Robert “Bob” Marion Ernst passed away on Nov. 7 after courageously enduring a series of chronic illnesses. Born in New Orleans, Mr. Ernst lived there for much of his life before moving to Knoxville in 2001. He is survived by his devoted wife, Kathleen Jablonski Ernst; his children, Katie, Rob …
Popular piety is ‘a precious treasure’
Pilgrimages, Stations, and the rosary extend but do not replace the Church’s liturgical life By Father Randy Stice All of the Church’s activities are directed to our holiness and God’s glory, and this is most efficaciously achieved in the liturgy, “and especially from the Eucharist,” from which, as a font, …
God sends one to be the hope of another
In this Jubilee Year, perhaps we can be the answer someone has longed for but given up on By George Valadie A belated welcome to 2025! And welcome to this year of Jubilee; this year of hope and the grace that comes from spreading it! I know we’re just a …
A special disposition of grace
SEEK25 conference was inspirational regardless of the season of life you’re in By Claire Collins It had been five years since I last attended the Fellowship of Catholic University Students’ SEEK conference. After spending three years as a missionary with FOCUS, my husband and I went back to SEEK in …
Mary Mitter
Mary Madonna Mitter, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully passed away on Jan. 5 at the age of 87. Mrs. Mitter, who was born in Detroit on May 30, 1937, lived a life filled with love, dedication, and service. She resided in the warm community of …
Lawrence L. Dietz
Lawrence Lester Dietz, age 88, passed away peacefully on Dec. 19 in Knoxville. A proud graduate of St. Ignatius High School and John Carroll University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in 1958, Mr. Dietz exemplified dedication academically and personally. His commitment to serving his country was evident during his …
Dora Dugan
Dora J. Dugan, age 93, of Knoxville, passed away on Dec. 29. Mrs. Dugan was a longtime member of Holy Ghost Church in Knoxville and worked at Ladies of Charity as well as actively serving Second Harvest Food Bank. Mrs. Dugan retired as a registered nurse from St. Mary’s and …
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Anthony Papa
The family of Anthony Papa of Clinton is saddened to announce his passing on Dec. 8. Mr. Papa was born in Staten Island, N.Y., on Dec. 14, 1944. He served in the U.S. Navy as a boatswain’s mate, 3rd Class Petty Officer. Mr. Papa had an extensive career in law …
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Bishops issue statement on immigration
Province ordinaries express solidarity, support for immigrant sisters, brothers The East Tennessee Catholic and OSV News The Catholic bishops of Kentucky and Tennessee, together as the Metropolitan Province of Louisville, on Dec. 28 released a joint statement expressing solidarity with migrants and restating the Church’s longstanding call for comprehensive immigration …
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Medical Treatment and End of Life Decisions
The Diocese of Knoxville, along with Tennessee Right to Life, invite you to join us on Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Diocese of Knoxville Chancery for a two-part, 90-minute presentation by Paul Simoneau on the “Mystery of Human Suffering” and “Care for the Seriously Ill …
Capt. George Turley
Capt. George E. Turley, 58, of the Chattanooga Fire Department, died on Dec. 14 while on duty at Chattanooga Fire Station 16 on Lupton Drive. Capt. Turley was a 31-year veteran of the fire department. He was born in Manchester, Conn., and attended school in Brimfield, Ohio. Before moving to …
Mary Batts
Mary Batts, beloved mother of five children and Mémé to eight grandchildren, passed from this life on Dec. 18 at Concord Memory Care in Knoxville. She will be missed dearly by her family, friends, and anyone who had the pleasure of knowing her. Mrs. Batts was born on June 17, …