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Bishop Stika's August Prayer Intentions
"In the name of our Blessed Mother, who was received body and soul into heaven through her Assumption, which we celebrate this month, we pray for Catholic students everywhere, that the Holy Spirit fill them with the desire to study and learn so that they become faithful leaders and good examples of our Catholic faith in the future. Let us also pray for our teachers, professors, coaches, and administrators, that they recognize the great gift and responsibility that they have in educating and shaping the minds of our young students."
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Polish Mass to be celebrated Sunday
Father Marcin Gladysz will celebrate Mass in Polish at the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus on Sunday, Aug. 4, at 3 p.m. Father Marcin came to the Diocese of Knoxville from the Archdiocese of Chicago where he served as an associate pastor. He is a native of Krakow, Poland, and also previously served as a priest and pastor, and worked for Catholic schools in Papua, New Guinea. He is currently serving at the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. Assisting Father Marcin will be Diocese of Knoxville seminarian Wojtek Sobczuk, also a native of Poland, who will return to seminary to continue his studies later this month.
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St. Henry celebrates 55th anniversary
Bishop Richard F. Stika joined Father Bart Okere, pastor of St. Henry Parish in Rogersville, on Sunday, July, 28, to celebrate a Mass marking the 55th anniversary of the church building there. Following the Mass, Bishop Stika joined Father Okere, Deacon Don Griffith, members of the Knights of Columbus, and parishioners for the burning of the church mortgage which was made possible thanks to a recent gift from an anonymous donor.
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Elizabeth "Tutter" McCabe, 95, charter member of Sacred Heart Parish, passes away
Elizabeth Nickerson “Tutter” McCabe, a charter member of the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus when it was established as Sacred Heart Parish in 1956, passed away July 30 with her family by her side. She was 95. Ms. McCabe's funeral Mass was Friday morning, Aug. 2, with Father David A. Boettner, rector of the cathedral, leading the celebration. Bishop Richard F. Stika, Cardinal Justin Rigali, and monsignors and priests from around the Diocese of Knoxville attended or participated in the Mass. Click here to read more about Ms. McCabe's inspirational life dedicated to her faith and family.
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Podcast shares stories from Inside the Diocese of Knoxville
The Office of Communications is excited to announce the new podcast Inside the Diocese of Knoxville. Hosts Jim Wogan and Emily Booker share stories from people and parishes across East Tennessee. Subscribe for easy updates and listen for free!
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Catholic Charities luncheon to feature Phillip Fulmer
The annual 365 Days of Hope Luncheon is a special event every autumn that offers networking opportunities to business leaders in the Knoxville area. This year’s luncheon will feature special guest speaker Phillip Fulmer, director of athletics at the University of Tennessee. The 365 Days of Hope Luncheon will be held Thursday, Oct. 24, at 11:30 a.m. at The Press Room, 730 N. Broadway, Knoxville, TN, 37917. Visit www.ccetn.org/lunch to purchase tickets today!
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Hombres de Valor retreat
for boys rescheduled
Pastoral Juvenil’s Hombres de Valor Retreat for high school boys has been rescheduled for Sept. 6-8. There is still time to register.
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Diocesan Youth Celebration Aug. 17
The Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry invites all middle and high schoolers to a youth celebration at St. Mary School in Oak Ridge on Saturday, Aug. 17. The day of fun will include food, games, an outdoor Mass, discussion, and water activities. Please click on the image for more information.
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Picture of Love for engaged couples moves forward
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Christ Prince of Peace Retreat Center open
Located on more than 50 beautiful acres of wooded property with majestic mountain and river views, the Christ Prince of Peace Retreat Center is owned by the Diocese of Knoxville and available for diocesan and other Catholic retreats. The retreat center can accommodate small and large groups for day and overnight events. The center is located in Benton, Tenn., just a short drive north of Chattanooga and south of Knoxville on Highway 411. Contact Stephen Hamby to schedule your event at the Christ Prince of Peace Retreat Center.
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Catholic burial on sacred cathedral grounds
Bishop Richard F. Stika invites you to consider the beautiful and sacred space for Catholic interment at the columbarium of the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. The columbarium is situated behind the south transept of the cathedral and is a return to the tradition of final rest on sacred church property to be near family and the Catholic faith community. To learn more about purchasing a niche at the columbarium please email Cathedral Campus Coordinator Scott Barron.
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