Simon of Cyrene did not go looking for the cross; it was placed upon him By Bee Goodman It’s hard to be a bystander, just passing by. Most of us simply want to mind our own business and stay out of other people’s way—neither to be a bother nor be …
’25 Bishop’s Appeal sets record
Diocese parishioners again demonstrate generosity in supporting ministries By Bill Brewer The Diocese of Knoxville’s 2025 Bishop’s Appeal set a record for funds raised to support important Catholic ministries in East Tennessee, such as Catholic Charities of East Tennessee, the St. Mary’s Legacy Clinic, diocesan schools, seminarians, and programs for …
Holy Ghost renovating its original 1908 church building
A $3 million project will transform the older structure next door into a parish life center By Dan McWilliams One of the highlights of the 100th-anniversary celebration of Holy Ghost Church’s current building is the effort to renovate the North Knoxville Catholics’ original 1908 church into a parish life center. The …
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June: Month of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, month of God’s infinite love
By Father Arthur Torres Beloved readers and faithful Christians of the Diocese of Knoxville, Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, together with praying the holy rosary and devotion to Our Lady of Mount Carmel, is one of the deepest and most widespread devotions within the Catholic Christian tradition. This …
Cursillo is active across the diocese
‘Short course in Christianity’ is deepening participants’ faith lives By Jacqueline Cecalupo Cursillo is alive in the Knoxville Diocese! Although you may not have heard of it, Cursillo (pronounced kur-see-yo) means “short course in Christianity,” and it is a powerful Catholic movement designed to strengthen lay leadership. It is available …
The pope’s opinion on world affairs merits our ear
Holy Fathers from Benedict XV to Leo XIV have spoken out on war and called for peace By Deacon Bob Hunt The purpose of this month’s column isn’t to discuss who’s right and who’s wrong, Pope Leo XIV or President Trump, on the matter of the war with Iran. Part …
A saint with a devotion to the Eucharist
Francis of Assisi implored those in his order to ‘reverence, honor the most holy body and blood’ By Father Randy Stice This year is the Eighth Centenary of the happy passage of St. Francis of Assisi from earthly life to his heavenly homeland on Oct. 3, 1226. Pope Leo XIV …
Bishop: Holy Ghost parishioners still hear the Shepherd
The diocese’s leader celebrates Sunday Mass on the centennial weekend of the church By Dan McWilliams Bishop Mark Beckman capped the 100th-anniversary-weekend celebration of Holy Ghost Church’s current worship space by celebrating the 10 a.m. Mass on April 26, Good Shepherd Sunday. Pastor Father John Orr and associate pastor Father …
Knights Cup Lacrosse Tournament raises record of nearly $16,000
The eighth annual Knights Cup Lacrosse Tournament raised a record amount of almost $16,000 for Catholic Charities of East Tennessee’s Pregnancy Help Center and brought the all-time total in the event to more than $100,000. The tournament was held on April 18 at Knoxville Catholic High School’s Blaine Stadium and …
Chesterton Academy receives accreditation
Diocese of Knoxville’s newest school recognized by state, nationally By Bill Brewer Chesterton Academy of St. Margaret Clitherow has earned not one or two but five high marks in recent months that spell continued growth and success for the Diocese of Knoxville’s newest school. Zach Summers of Chesterton Academy outlined …
Peace, unity, and love
Women’s event at St. Mary Church in Athens showcases CCW growth in the Chattanooga Deanery By Emily Booker The Knoxville Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (KDCCW) held its spring event for women of the diocese, “Peace, Unity, and Love,” on April 18 at St. Mary Church in Athens, co-hosted by …
Century of ‘giants’: 100 years for Holy Ghost Church
North Knoxville parish celebrates a vast history on the centennial of its 1926 building By Dan McWilliams The “Cathedral of Happy Holler” experienced one of its happiest weekends ever on April 25-26 as Holy Ghost Church in North Knoxville celebrated the 100th anniversary of its 1926 building. The church of …