Catholic historian resolves to answer… Why the Jews?

By Bill Brewer Why the Jews? It’s a question that has been asked for thousands of years and one that took on renewed significance Oct. 7 when Hamas attacked Israel, provoking Mideast fighting that continues and threatens to spread. And it’s a question that Catholic educator Brendan Murphy has resolved …

Mary Ellen DeAngelo

Mary Ellen DeAngelo, affectionately known as “Marty,” passed away on Jan. 17 at the age of 87. Originally from Savannah, Okla., Mrs. DeAngelo had called Knoxville home for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents, William “Buster” and Pauline Weathers, and her sister, Venus Griffith. Mrs. DeAngelo …

St. Michael the Archangel hosts Eucharistic Revival

USCCB official Yohan Garcia is featured speaker during December retreat By Casey Keeley The Glenmary Home Missioners are a religious Catholic community of priests and brothers who establish Catholic mission parishes across Appalachia and the rural South. St. Michael the Archangel Parish in Erwin hosted the missioners during its annual …

Announcing the Gospel

MAG Sisters celebrate 75 years with a Mass, opening of Holy Door By Emily Booker I trust in your mercy. Grant my heart joy in your salvation.  — Psalm 13:6 It was a day of both mercy and joy on Dec. 15 when Las Misioneras del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus …