Fr. Carter serving in an official role for La. diocese By Joseph Pronechen National Catholic Register The bishops of the United States have affirmed the advancement of the cause of beatification and canonization on the diocesan level of five French-born priests known as the “Shreveport Martyrs.” The affirmative vote to …
Columnist George Valadie pens book on perspectives
By Bill Brewer George Valadie has been writing columns for 25 years. And during that time an idea has been germinating that is just now flowering. The columnist has authored his first book, which is a compilation of his work writing for publications in the Diocese of Jackson, Miss., the …
Widows and widowers ministry starts at Our Lady of Fatima
A new ministry for widows and widowers has emerged at Our Lady of Fatima Parish in Alcoa. In recent months, the ministry has grown from a handful of members to 22 and has a diverse group of men and women that provides a wealth of experience. The initial meeting was …
Notre Dame volleyball captures district, region titles
The Notre Dame High School volleyball team finished the 2023 season with a 32-7 record, capturing both the district and region tournament crowns before falling in the sectional round, just one step short of the state tournament. In the Division II, District 2-A Tournament finals held Oct. 2 in the …
Kenneth J. Aken
Kenneth Joseph Aken, born June 13, 1938, died peacefully at home in Knoxville on Sept. 24 surrounded by family. Mr. Aken is preceded in death by his mother, Anastasia; father, Kenneth Frederick; sister, Debbie Eggleston; brother-in-law, Daniel Eggleston; sister, Mary Leatha Aken; brother-in-law, Stien Ohrtrom; and daughter, Ellen Marie Aken. …
God is like Google Maps, only better
Both use different voices to convey helpful suggestions, such as ‘make a U-turn right now’ By George Valadie It’s been a crazy few weeks on the road to be sure. After months of anticipation, our oldest daughter and I got to travel to and through southwest Ireland and along its …
Sacred Heart gym, athletic field have new look
A new floor and scoreboard highlight the gym improvements, and Coulter Field has a new turf surface By Dan McWilliams Sacred Heart Cathedral School students are enjoying the benefits of a newly refurbished gymnasium/performing-arts center and a new turf surface on its athletic field behind the school. The replacement of …
June Rose Ulewicz
June Rose Ulewicz, age 78, passed away Sept. 24 at her home after a long struggle with ALS. Mrs. Ulewicz passed peacefully with her son, Jonathan, her caregivers, and her dog, Remy, by her side. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Lenoir City. Mrs. Ulewicz …
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Regarding the Synod, remember this
Progressives and conservatives should keep in mind Jesus’ promise to be with His Church until the end By Deacon Bob Hunt I am writing this in the middle of October, so by the time you read this mid-November, the Synod on Synodality taking place in Rome this month of October …
Fr. Ryan sainthood documents go to Vatican officials
Fr. Carter, Deacon DeGaetano deliver vital information to Holy See By John Burger, Aleteia Another case of a possible saint from the United State is now in the hands of the Vatican. Representatives from the Diocese of Knoxville have delivered to the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints all the …
Dave A. Shivinsky
Dave A. Shivinsky, age 75, of Powell, passed away on Oct. 9. Mr. Shivinsky, formerly of Cleveland, Ohio, was the beloved husband of Mary Lou (Green) Shivinsky; dear father of David Shivinsky (Tara) of Knoxville; dearest grandfather of Elise and Cecilia Shivinsky; beloved son of the late Anne and Dominic …
The ‘today’ of Christ’s saving work
The Holy Spirit makes the special graces of each mystery of our salvation present By Father Randy Stice On Dec. 3, the first Sunday of Advent, we begin a new liturgical year in which the Church “unfolds the whole mystery of Christ, from the incarnation and birth until the Ascension, …
