Liturgical leadership conference is fulfilling a need for this world By Maggie Parsons More than 275 participants were excited and eager to return to the annual One Bread One Cup summer liturgical leadership conference at St. Meinrad Archabbey in St. Meinrad, Ind., calling all youth and adults from around the …
Joan Lee Gorski
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Joan Lee Gorski (Schelly), who passed away on June 3 at the age of 79. Mrs. Gorski was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She lived a life full of grace, strength, and compassion. …
Dorothy Berry
Dorothy Elizabeth Byrd Berry, known to many as Dottie or “Dot Dot,” passed away on July 10 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Mrs. Berry was preceded in death by her husband of over 60 years, Kenneth L. Berry, parents Bill and LaVada Byrd, brother Bobby Byrd, in-laws C.K. and …
Dr. Dana R. Martin
Dana Ray Martin, DMD, MS, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully on the morning of July 17 at the age of 73. Born on April 5, 1952, in Fort Knox, Ky., Dr. Martin lived a life defined by devotion—to his faith, family, community, and patients. Dr. Martin, who was a lifelong …
Back-to-school time for family routines
Lunches, homework, and uniforms have evolved but still need a schedule By George Valadie Praying for Perspective—the back-to-school edition. Because can there be a family experience where we need it more? In our diocese, as I write on this Sunday morning, teachers have been working a week already, and all …
Father Joseph Mary Hammond, CHS, dies at 79
Father Joseph Mary Hammond, CHS, a native of Ghana who had served in Hispanic ministry in the Diocese of Knoxville since 1998, died Saturday evening, Aug. 9. Father Hammond, who was 79, had been in residence at St. John Neumann Church in Farragut. He was a priest of the Crusaders …
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Catholic Media Association recognizes the Diocese of Knoxville
The East Tennessee Catholic, Office of Communications receive awards for coverage The East Tennessee Catholic The Diocese of Knoxville Office of Communications and The East Tennessee Catholic diocesan newspaper have been recognized by the Catholic Media Association, winning several Catholic Media Awards, which recognize and celebrate excellence in Catholic journalism …
KCHS names new wrestling coach
Stephen Jackson was named the new head coach for the boys and girls wrestling programs at Knoxville Catholic High School, it was announced May 6. Mr. Jackson, who succeeds Jason Hughes in the role, has been a member of the Tennessee wrestling community since 2008. An alumnus of Gibbs High …
Youth find their ‘true north’ in vacation Bible school at Notre Dame Church
Each year a new theme comes alive at Notre Dame Church in Greeneville for the annual vacation Bible school. This year the theme was “True North—Trusting Jesus in a Wild World.” Participants gathered each Wednesday evening in June to attend Mass, share a simple meal of Tundra Treats, and participate …
Joyce Fazio
Joyce Marietta (Ferry) Fazio, age 87, passed away peacefully on May 6. She was born and raised in Staten Island, N.Y., where she lived until moving to Howell Township, N.J., in 1969 with her husband and three children. She enjoyed a full life in Howell Township raising Samoyed show dogs, …
Mary Alice Lynn
Mary Alice Farmer Lynn was born in Chattanooga to Jeanne Phifer Farmer and Joseph Patrick Farmer on June 22, 1948. She passed away on June 18. Mrs. Lynn graduated from Notre Dame High School in 1966. She was a very talented classical pianist after having had instruction for 10 years. …
Glenmary missionary reflects on five-decade vocation
Kathy O’Brien retires but is still active By Omar Cabrera Glenmary Home Missioners Kathy O’Brien is wrapping up a 50-year career as a member of the Glenmary Lay Missionaries. More than half a century ago, Ms. O’Brien had her first contact with the institute through a vocation brochure that was …