May peace fill every human heart and spread to all parts of the world By Bishop Mark Beckman One of the great joys of springtime for a bishop is the opportunity to journey about the diocese and celebrate the sacrament of confirmation for our young people. Here in East Tennessee …
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John Saucier
John R. Saucier was promoted to heaven on May 10. Mr. Saucier was born to George A. and Carmen (Tardif) Saucier in Lewiston, Maine, on Aug. 23, 1950. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Elaine (Bussiere); his sister, Jane Saucier; children, James Saucier (wife Kathy) of Lewiston, …
An open letter to the Church’s newest members
Welcome! You are wanted, needed, and a gift to God and all who worship Him By Claire Collins I want to address my brothers and sisters in Christ who just came into full communion with the Catholic Church this past Easter or who are preparing to very soon. I want …
Catholic Dads nonprofit establishes scholarship for high-school students
Catholic Dads recently launched its School Support Grant program and now announces the establishment of its new Catholic Dads Scholarship. This one-time scholarship is intended to support outstanding Catholic students for whom the cost of Catholic high school presents a meaningful financial barrier. For the 2026 program, Catholic Dads will …
St. Francis parishes in Fairfield Glade, Townsend named pilgrimage sites for Franciscan Jubilee
St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Fairfield Glade and St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Townsend have been designated as official pilgrimage sites for the Franciscan Jubilee, commemorating the 800th anniversary of the Transitus, the passing into eternal life of St. Francis of Assisi in 1226. St. Francis of Assisi …
Bishop Beckman confirms 21 at Notre Dame Church in Greeneville
Bishop Mark Beckman confirmed 21 youth, while six received their first Holy Communion, on March 21 at Notre Dame Church in Greeneville. The confirmation Mass was concelebrated by Notre Dame pastor Father Joseph Kuzhupil, MSFS, assisted by the parish’s Deacon Wil Johnson. Altar servers were Mike Munson, Connor Hartley, and …
St. Dominic School hosts breakfast for Kingsport Chamber of Commerce
St. Dominic School in Kingsport on the morning of April 10 welcomed members of the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce for a breakfast that offered a glimpse into the daily life and mission of the school. Guests were greeted by Kings-port mayor Paul Montgomery, and St. Dominic pastor Father Michael Cummins …
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The would-be case of Valadie vs. social media
It’s a sure-fire loser, but self-image and self-perception aren’t the same for all ages By George Valadie They’ve got me. I have to admit it, I’m addicted. It’s not tobacco, and it’s not alcohol. It’s not drugs or gambling or shopping at Amazon. But in this one area, I’m hooked, …
Bishop announces Chancery appointments
The East Tennessee Catholic Bishop Mark Beckman has announced appointments for key positions within the Chancery to serve the Diocese of Knoxville. Christine Lucheon has been named diocesan financial officer, effective March 16. Mrs. Lucheon’s appointment is for a five-year term. Mrs. Lucheon has nearly 28 years of experience in …
50 and still going strong
Tennessee Right to Life celebrates five decades as fight to protect the unborn continues The East Tennessee Catholic Tennessee Right to Life is marking a major milestone this year as the pro-life organization that began in 1976 when a small group of women sat at a kitchen table and decided …
Jeffrey MacDonald
Jeffrey Allen MacDonald, 71, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully on March 12. He was the father of three, grandfather to 10, Uncle Jeffy to many nieces and nephews, and father figure to countless others. Mr. MacDonald attended St. Mary School, and then was a graduate of Knoxville Catholic High School, …
Who we are will reflect the choices we’ve made
Many forces oppose the Church, but it is up to the individual believer to live out the faith By Deacon Bob Hunt I have been reading about what journalists and sociologists are calling a “surge” in newfound faith among young people around the world. We are experiencing that at Holy …