Diocese of Knoxville is home to diverse groups of faithful who share and demonstrate a love for Christ Story by Dan McWilliams Photos by Dan McWilliams, Bill Brewer, and Stephanie Richer The Diocese of Knoxville is made up of many different Mass communities, more than just the English/Roman rite that …
In Mass en masse
Parishioners turn out in strong numbers to begin Lent If Ash Wednesday is any indication, parishioners in the Diocese of Knoxville are welcoming the Lenten season and their walk of faith to Easter. Parishes around the diocese reported strong, if not high, attendance at Masses on Feb. 17, the first …
A heartfelt thank you
Letters to parents are the write idea when it comes to a Catholic education By George Valadie Dear Mom and Dad, How have y’all been lately? It’s been a while since we’ve gotten to talk — too long really. I just wanted to write this short note to thank you …
Liturgy of the heart
The Mass is the source for living the liturgy as the saints we are all called to be By Bishop Richard F. Stika I urge you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God, your spiritual worship. –Romans …