Catholic Surge, Dept Split, Vineyard Pact

Across New Mexico, Catholic Church membership is surging nationwide—with one prayer app reporting a 38% jump in adult conversions—as people seek deeper meaning amid recent uncertainties. Meanwhile, the state’s Children, Youth and Families Department faces calls to split into two agencies due to its overwhelming scope, which experts say strains leadership and expertise. The department remains open to structural changes that could improve youth rehabilitation while maintaining accountability. In a separate development, the Pueblo of Santa Ana has inked a five-year deal with Lescombes Family Vineyards to supply grapes for premium wines, creating a win-win: Lescombes gains access to climate-sensitive varietals, and the pueblo secures a reliable market for its high-quality fruit. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/67db9a10ec0a8851