Therese Mardini, “Teta,” 91, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully with family members by her side on Jan. 15. Mrs. Mardini was born on Jan. 1, 1933, in Beirut, Lebanon, to a devout Maronite Catholic family. She practiced her Catholic faith daily and was always a positive influence on those around …
Donation lets cathedral complete organ install
Alan and Sally Sefton’s gift allows the instrument to ‘produce the entire canon of organ repertoire’ By Dan McWilliams The end of his violin lessons as a youth did not stop Alan Sefton’s love of music, and the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus community is glad of …
John Stephan MacDonald
John Stephan MacDonald, adoring husband of Maggie (the feeling was mutual), father of six children, with five grandchildren, and beloved member of the Knoxville community, entered eternal life on Jan. 6 following a year-long battle with cancer. His faith and family were his heart and soul. Born as the fourth …
The Eucharistic Prayers for Reconciliation
The two reconciliation prayers lead us more deeply into the work of the Trinity By Father Randy Stice In 1975, the Church celebrated a Holy Year with two main themes: renewal and reconciliation. Pope St. Paul VI wanted these two themes to “resound repeatedly in liturgical celebrations, especially in the …
Wayne Albert Groppe
Wayne Albert Groppe, age 92, passed away on Dec. 8 in his home from complications of heart failure and multiple strokes. His daughter, Jeanne Groppe Chamberlin, was at his side. Mr. Groppe was born on Nov. 19, 1931, in Dubuque, Iowa, to Clara Loretta Koester Groppe and Albert August Groppe. …
Retirement in the Valadie household
Quibbles about ballgames and TV shows aside, there is thankfulness for good health By George Valadie Hey, will you turn the game up?” “2 o’clock, I think.” “What?” “2 p.m. Can’t you hear?” “What?” “What?” “What are you talking about?” “Katy said his game is at 2. Isn’t that what …
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 …
Supporting the Catholic Foundation of East Tennessee
Archbishop Shelton J. Fabre presented Ruth Coughlin and Deacon David Lucheon with the St. Peter Award at the Catholic Foundation of East Tennessee dinner in Knoxville on Dec. 5. Deacon Hicks Armor, director of stewardship and strategic planning for the diocese, also took part in the presentations. Mrs. Coughlin, Deacon …
Generosity pours forth on Giving Tuesday
St. Albert the Great Parish, St. Joseph School in U.S. Top 100 for funds raised By Emily Booker Diocese of Knoxville parishioners began the season of giving in a robust way. #iGiveCatholic is an online giving initiative held in dioceses across the United States on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving every …
