For the next year, the Catholic Church is recognizing those who lead lives as men and women religious Pope Francis proclaimed 2015 as the Year of Consecrated Life, and the Diocese of Knoxville’s newest delegate for consecrated life said the special designation is key for the diocese’s men and women …
He dwells among us: The journey to Bethlehem
‘The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light,’ and St. Joseph is our sure guide With the beginning of Advent, the Church marks the start of a new liturgical year, a full month before we celebrate the beginning of a new calendar year. And this seems fitting …
Tennesseans vote yes on 1 as constitutional amendment passes
East Tennessee Catholic faithful instrumental in passage of pro-life measure as state’s churches get out the vote In a constitutional battle watched closely by pro-life and pro-abortion groups around the country, Tennessee voters approved Amendment 1 on Election Day, Nov. 4, giving state legislators the ability to better regulate facilities …
Chattanoogans for Life inspired by Chet McDoniel’s personal story
Renowned speaker is joined by dad for program to celebrate the pro-life mission, shows attendees he remains unbroken By Paul Schulz On Jan. 5, 1980, Chet McDoniel emerged from his mother Judy’s womb breech, with shortened legs and no arms. “My parents tell me that immediately after my birth I …
Outdoor Mass marks end of growing season for migrants
More than 250 contract workers, their families and friends gather for liturgical celebration Tomato crates were stacked for walls and the floor was concrete, but brilliant sunshine and a warm autumn breeze filled a makeshift outdoor chapel at Scott Farms in Unicoi on Oct. 26 as more than 250 agricultural …
Ministries Day brings leaders from across diocese together
More than 200 people take part in daylong conference that provides information for parish programs More than 200 parishioners from around the Diocese of Knoxville took part Oct. 18 in Ministries Day, a daylong event where diocesan ministry leaders gather with fellow Catholics from the various churches to share ideas …
Bishop Stika celebrates the saints with students at St. Joseph School
Bishop Richard F. Stika took the opportunity to discuss one of his favorite subjects — saints — with a school full of eager students during a visit to St. Joseph School on Nov. 3. Bishop Stika celebrated Mass at the North Knoxville school on the first school day after All …
Pope Francis to visit Philadelphia for World Meeting of Families
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis said he would attend the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia in September, making it the first confirmed stop on what is expected to be a more extensive papal visit to North America. The pope made the announcement Nov. 17 in a speech opening an …
St. Mary’s Legacy Clinic moves into permanent facility
Mobile medical vehicle will be stored, maintained at storage site on campus of Church of Divine Mercy The St. Mary’s Legacy Clinic now has a permanent residence – a 40-by-60-foot warehouse that can house the mobile clinic when it isn’t on the road delivering free medical care to those in …
St. John XXIII parish to hold Christmas Mass for those grieving
A special Christmas Mass for those who are alone, sad, or grieving will again be said on Dec. 24 at St. John XXIII Parish and University Center on the University of Tennessee campus. The 8 p.m. Blue Christmas Mass will be a liturgy of hope for those experiencing pain and …
Funeral Mass held for Father Dorn
Mass of Christian Burial for Father Jerry Dorn, GHM, was celebrated Nov. 14 at St. Matthias Church in Cincinnati. Father Dorn, a Glenmary Home Missioner, died at his home in Kingsport. He was 70. During his long career in ministry, he served in a wide range of roles — from …
Diocesan calendar
Cardinal Justin Rigali will lead the annual Rosary for Life at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, in front of the Planned Parenthood Clinic located at 710 N. Cherry St. in Knoxville. For more information, call Paul Simoneau at 865-584-3307. Chattanoogans for Life and the diocesan Youth and Young Adult Ministry …
