The Challenge youth group at St. Mary Parish in Oak Ridge left St. Mary School’s Spanish teacher “in awe” after the group raised nearly $2,800 to help her with medical bills as she battles cancer. Darlene Adams was diagnosed with stage 3C ovarian cancer two years ago. The Challenge girls …
Catholic schools exhibit a flair for education
Catholic Schools Week in the Diocese of Knoxville showcased the talents of students, faculty and parents who exhibited flairs in a variety of areas—from singing, dancing and playing instruments, to fashion design, cooking and even stand-up comedy. And there were volleyball, basketball and dodge ball feats thrown in for good …
Schools off to good start; Aug. 24-25 second collections for tuition assistance programs
The Diocese of Knoxville’s 10 schools are off to a successful start as the 2013-14 school year begins, and school leaders are hoping for a successful response to the church’s second collection for tuition support during Masses Aug. 24-25. Bishop Richard F. Stika celebrated the opening Mass on Thursday at …