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Chrism Mass: ‘What a wonderful night this is’
Monday, April 30th, 2012 Every seat was filled in Sacred Heart Cathedral on April 3 as Bishop Richard F. Stika celebrated his fourth chrism Mass as the Diocese of Knoxville’s shepherd.... more
He dwells among us: ‘Come to my house and stay’ by Bishop Richard F. Stika
Monday, April 30th, 2012 The mystery of woman and motherhood is intimately connected with the mystery of the Church One of the many things I love about the Easter Season are the daily Mass readings that take us through one of my favorite books of the Bible—the Acts of the Apostles. During these 50 days between Easter and Pentecost [...]... more
Paraclete now part of Diocese of Knoxville
Monday, April 30th, 2012 The Paraclete, a staple for Catholics across the diocese for books and gifts, is now part of the Diocese of Knoxville.... more
Support the Annual Bishop’s Appeal
Monday, April 30th, 2012 The growth of our Church depends on you. When you support the Annual Bishop’s Appeal, 100 percent of your gift provides for essential ministries throughout East Tennessee. The appeal yearly provides: education for children in Catholic schools and faith formation for those in religious-education programs; shelter for more than 300 homeless people; meals for almost [...]... more
St. Thérèse of Lisieux Parish turns 50 — and is growing
Monday, April 30th, 2012 Calling it “a great joy to be here today as we celebrate 50 years of this house of God,” Bishop Richard F. Stika presided at the golden anniversary Mass on March 25 for St. Thérèse of Lisieux Parish in Cleveland.... more
Immaculate Conception parishioners deliver aid in Haiti
Monday, April 30th, 2012 Group, including medical team, visits sister parish St. Francis Xavier in Fond des Blancs By Kevin Hosey A group of parishioners from Immaculate Conception Parish in Knoxville recently returned from Haiti in its first trip there since the devastating earthquake that rocked Port-au-Prince. The group, which included a medical team, visited IC’s sister parish, St. [...]... more
Passion of Christ reenacted during Holy Week observances
Monday, April 30th, 2012 Members of Holy Ghost, Sacred Heart, All Saints recreate Jesus’ last days leading to crucifixion By Bill Brewer Hollywood deemed it “The Greatest Story Ever Told.” Happy Hollow deemed it worthy of replay in a live production—as did Cedar Bluff. And so members of Holy Ghost, Sacred Heart and All Saints churches performed the Passion [...]... more
Scouts across the diocese recognized for achievements
Monday, April 30th, 2012 Volunteer service at the heart of activities by Boy and Girl Scouts, American Heritage troops By Bill Brewer The 13th annual Bishop’s Gathering and Adult Recognition ceremony for Boy and Girl Scouts was the most successful fundraiser to date, according to organizer Giannine Morris, who said more than $775 was raised and more than 90 [...]... more
Diocesan calendar
Monday, April 30th, 2012 by Margaret Hunt The Ladies of Charity of Knoxville will hold a golf tournament Friday, May 4, at Knoxville Municipal Golf Course. The event has a morning start and includes door prizes, breakfast, beverages, pizza, closest-to-the-pin prizes, player gifts, and team prizes. Four hole-in-one prizes include a trip to Pebble Beach. The tourney format is [...]... more
Parish notes: Chattanooga Deanery
Monday, April 30th, 2012 St. Augustine, Signal Mountain “Adventures on Promise Island” will be the theme of the St. Augustine vacation Bible school scheduled for May 29-June 1. For details, contact Karlin Baker at karlinbaker@yahoo.com or Heather Wilson at bhwilsonfamily@gmail.com. St. Jude, Chattanooga The St. Jude Haiti Ministry collected school supplies, diapers, and first-aid items in preparation for its [...]... more
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The Roman Catholic Diocese of Knoxville, formed in 1988: 60,000 East Tennessee Catholics in 47 parishes and 36 counties.