By Bill Brewer Peace. Father Jacques Philippe, an internationally renowned author and speaker who will lead a spiritual retreat and conferences for the Diocese of Knoxville Feb. 28-March 4 at All Saints Church and the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, sees that simple yet complex word as …
The Legacy of St. Mary’s
Mobile clinic has ‘arrived’ as it marks fifth anniversary delivering free medical care in East Tennessee Story by Bill Brewer Photography by Stephanie Richer The Diocese of Knoxville ended 2018 mourning the loss of East Tennessee’s first Catholic hospital, the former St. Mary’s, that closed Dec. 28. But the healing …
Indie couple gets ‘Gosnell’ movie made against all odds
Hollywood balks at getting behind pro-life project, producer tells Tennessee Right to Life supporters By Bill Brewer Hollywood is always quick to embrace a true-life drama rich in pathos, conflict, interesting characters, and suspense … or so it would seem. But when Irish journalists/producers Ann McElhinney and Phelim McAleer were …
Youth Mass participants bring ‘vibrancy and energy’
Awards are presented, and the new Diocesan Youth Ministry Advisory Council members are commissioned By Bill Brewer “Do not be afraid” is the message Diocese of Knoxville teen leaders received Oct. 28 when they gathered at St. Albert the Great Church for the annual diocesan Youth Mass. However, Mass celebrant …
Witness to sainthood
Pope Paul VI is the second papal saint Cardinal Justin Rigali has served By Bill Brewer Cardinal Justin Rigali had yet another front seat to history on Oct. 14 when Pope Francis canonized St. Paul VI and five others who led exemplary lives in serving the Catholic Church. For Cardinal …
Bishop Stika presides as 51 couples renew their wedding vows
Husbands, wives share colorful stories at Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Mass By Bill Brewer David and Martha Yoro can stand out in a crowd. At least they did on Oct. 13 when they renewed their wedding vows during the Diocese of Knoxville’s annual marriage Mass celebrated …
Finding light in the darkness
St. Anne teacher and mother is on a mission to preserve Levi’s legacy as family grieves son’s death Story by Bill Brewer Photography by Kadee Fillers It has taken for Nicole Hughes to get settled back into her routine at St. Anne Catholic School in Bristol. Pardon her if she …
50th parish established in Diocese of Knoxville
St. Michael the Archangel elevated from Catholic mission status; Bishop Stika blesses new building By Bill Brewer Bishop Richard F. Stika created the Diocese of Knoxville’s 50th parish on Sept. 29 as St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Mission in Erwin became a canonically established church. The feast of St. Michael …
Ladies of Charity outreach now involves education
Volunteers teaching English as a second language; response to classes has been strong By Bill Brewer The more you know, the more you need to know. So it stands to reason that the more you learn, the more you need to learn. Nowhere is that more apt than at the …
Bishop blesses new addition at St. Joseph School
By Bill Brewer St. Joseph School is marking its continued growth with the opening of a new wing that will serve middle-school students. Bishop Richard F. Stika celebrated Mass at the North Knoxville school Sept. 21 and blessed the addition that opened in August with the new school year. Joining …
Supreme Court upholds pro-life Amendment 1
U.S. high court refuses to hear pro-abortion challenge of 2014 vote to amend state Constitution By Bill Brewer The United States Supreme Court has refused to hear a legal challenge to Tennessee’s constitutional amendment eliminating the right to an abortion. Pro-life supporters across the state cheered the Oct. 1 decision, …
Uncovering hidden gems
Renovation of Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul yields unexpected (and valuable) links to the past By Bill Brewer When you renovate something that is 125 years old, you’re bound to have a few surprises. Restoration work inside the Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul has revealed details of original …