The Prayer After Communion offers a rich theology on the Eucharist’s transforming power By Father Randy Stice This column is the last of a three-part series on the three proper prayers of the Mass. In previous columns, I have discussed the Collect and the Prayer Over the Offerings, so in …
David Sapp
On a hot July afternoon in Coffeyville, Kan., you would see David Sapp pedaling his bike down the streets, delivering the Coffeyville newspaper to the city’s many residents. This was only the beginning of many jobs for Mr. Sapp involving a lot of hard work (as well as blood, sweat, …
James Bowers Jr.
James “Jim” Allen Bowers Jr., age 94, went to join the Lord on April 6 after having lived a full and wonderful life. Mr. Bowers was born in Birmingham, Ala. After graduation from the University of Alabama, he entered the U.S. Air Force as a second lieutenant and served for …
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‘I just hate it when He talks like that’
A columnist hopes Christ’s words leave open room for a comeback when he makes mistakes By George Valadie A confession: the homily wasn’t speaking to me. So, I found myself leafing through the parish bulletin from this church we were visiting before also thumbing through their missalette, looking ahead to …
Men’s Welcome Retreat at St. Stephen draws 31 for weekend of talks, more
By Brendan Jennings Thirty-one Christian men got together for a Men’s Welcome Retreat on the St. Stephen Parish campus in Chattanooga on the weekend of May 4-5 to talk about how to build closer relationships with God, their families, and other men in their community. Nine presenters each gave their …
Barbara Voight
Barbara “Granny” Jean Voight, a longtime resident of Seymour, passed into the arms of God on March 23. She was 81. Mrs. Voight was born in Knoxville on June 11, 1942, to James and Ruth Fields as the second of eight children. She graduated in 1960 from Young High School …
In the images of God
By Bill Brewer Thanks to an effective fundraising campaign by Knights of Columbus Council 3175 at St. Mary Parish in Oak Ridge, Choices Resource Center is now counseling expectant mothers with the aid of new ultrasound technology. Choices Resource Center provides free pregnancy-related counseling services to women and couples, …
Bridge Ministry partners with Catholic Charities
The effort to feed the homeless, founded by Deacon Scott and Christine Maentz, will continue By Gabrielle Nolan After nearly nine years of ministry of feeding Knoxville’s homeless, Deacon Scott and Christine Maentz have handed over the reins of their local ministry. Bridge Ministry serves food on the fourth Sunday …
Edward M. Albert
Edward M. Albert, age 84, died March 15 at University of Tennessee Medical Center. Mr. Albert was born in Springfield, Ill., on July 13, 1939. He was preceded in death by parents Michael and Lillian (Lewis) Albert and his wife of 58 years, Judith (Loman) Albert. He is survived by …
Completing the journey to confirmation
37 adults receive the sacrament during special Mass at Sacred Heart Cathedral By Gabrielle Nolan Every year, the Diocese of Knoxville holds a special Mass of confirmation for those adult Catholics who have been baptized and received their first Holy Communion but have not been confirmed. There are a variety …
They’re now Fighting Irish alumni
Seniors overcome all kinds of elements to receive their high school diplomas By Bill Brewer The 2023-24 school year is now in the history books, and more than 240 graduating seniors at the Diocese of Knoxville’s two high schools are transitioning to the next phases of their lives. While most …
Joseph R. Reiser
Joseph Raymond Reiser passed away on March 3 in Knoxville. He was 46. Mr. Reiser was born on Aug. 28, 1977, in Chicago and resided in Illinois until age 13. Mr. Reiser’s family moved to Tennessee in 1990. He attended Science Hill High School in Johnson City and attended two …
