Corpus Christi celebrated with eucharistic procession through downtown Knoxville By Bill Brewer The questions and comments were many, and they were spoken by people from all walks of life. “What is that?” “Who is this?” “What are they doing?” “Why are they doing this?” “Look Mommy, it’s a parade!” “What’s …
Fr. Dustin Collins installed as pastor of St. Mary-Johnson City
Bishop Stika presides as diocesan priest becomes 24th pastor to lead Tri-Cities parish and school By Bill Brewer St. Mary Parish in Johnson City has a new pastor. And it’s the same priest who has been leading the parish since July 1, 2019. Bishop Richard F. Stika installed Father Dustin …
Scouting committee holds 17th annual Bishop’s Gathering
By Dan McWilliams The Knoxville Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting held its 17th annual Bishop’s Gathering and Adult Recognition on April 8 at Sacred Heart Cathedral. The day began with morning Mass, followed by a breakfast in the school cafeteria. Bishop Richard F. Stika presided at Mass, which was concelebrated …
Fr. Collins succeeds Dcn. Preske as Scouts chaplain
Father Dustin Collins, associate pastor of St. Mary Parish in Oak Ridge, has been named chaplain for Scouting for the Diocese of Knoxville. He succeeds Deacon Otto Preske, who is retiring as chaplain but continues serving as deacon at Good Shepherd Church in Newport. “We couldn’t have found a better …
