Seven from Knoxville Catholic High School commit to their futures while three from NDHS do By Dan McWilliams Knoxville Catholic High School and Notre Dame High School in Chattanooga each held a National Signing Day Ceremony on Nov. 8. Seven athletes signed with colleges at KCHS, and three from NDHS …
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New grandbaby is off to a pretty good start
She hasn’t been born yet but already has family love, saintly love, and God’s love By George Valadie Like many young marrieds in this country, our youngest, Sarah, and her husband, Keith, were living in an apartment but longing for a house. I don’t think I’m revealing any deep financial …
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Nadhim Putrous Mishu
Nadhim Putrous Mishu, 93, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully with family members by his side on Oct. 3 after a long illness. Mr. Mishu was born on March 19, 1930, in Baghdad, Iraq. He graduated from college as an electrical engineer and eventually established a successful lighting manufacturing business. In …
KCHS cross country and golf teams reach state level
Knoxville Catholic High School cross country runners and golfers competed at the state level this fall. Junior Keegan Smith finished third in the Division II, Class AA boys 5K run in the state meet Nov. 2-3 at Sanders Ferry Park in Hendersonville. Keegan’s time was 15 minutes, 2.24 seconds. KCHS …
Our Lady of Perpetual Help soccer team repeats as conference champs
The middle school soccer team at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School in Chattanooga recently won the Independent Schools Conference championship for the second year in a row. The Rams, a co-ed team coached by John Deprima, finished the season with an 8-2 record. OLPH defeated Berean Academy of Hixson …
We should both worship Jesus and serve Him
Christians should not treat Him as two different people, one human and one divine By Deacon Bob Hunt There are two great temptations that face Christians that I would like to speak to. The first, and it is almost an expectation of the culture, is to relegate one’s faith to …
Shreveport Martyrs’ cause moves ahead
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 …
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 …
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 …