News Archive
Stories and information from the Catholic Advance.
The Stations of the Cross have evolved over hundreds of years
Indulgence attached to the Stations A plenary indulgence is granted for those who piously exercise the Stations of the Cross, where they are legitimately erected and while mediating on the… Read More
SEK parishes attempting to found a regional Serra Club
Want to help the SEK Serra Club? Those interested in establishing the SEK Serra Club may email [email protected] or call Angela Vowell at 620-870-9580. When Mark Wiebe’s wife, Shirley, was… Read More
‘You will belong to Christ’ bishop says at Rite of Election
Bishop Carl A. Kemme told those taking part in the Rite of Election Sunday, Feb. 26, at St. James the Greater Church in Augusta, that when they receive their sacraments… Read More
Apostle Build ’23 hammers will swing June 7
Want to help build a house for your neighbor? Volunteer workdays for Apostle Build 2023 are Wednesday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Volunteers may sign-up for the dates… Read More
Annual Lenten CRS Rice Bowl accepts alms to feed the hungry
Want to help? 25% of your donation stays in the diocese Direct donations to CRS are accepted online, by phone, or by mail. • Online visit crsricebowl.org/give. • Call 877-435-7277… Read More
Cantors, musicians gather to hear about the diocesan long-term vision for sacred music
Five parishes are spearheading Bishop Carl A. Kemme’s long-term, diocesan-wide vision for sacred music in the liturgy of the Mass. Fr. Gabriel Greer said the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception,… Read More
CLAY retreat helps young teens focus on how God wants to mold their lives
Want to be molded at a CLAY retreat? High school freshmen and sophomores interested in attending the one-day retreat Saturday, March 18, at St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Garden… Read More
New church planned for Fort Scott
One hurdle in getting the parishioners of Mary Queen of Angels Parish in Fort Scott back into a church is now behind all the parties involved: the negotiations between the… Read More
Catholic School Office announces teacher awards
Several diocesan Catholic school teachers were honored with annual awards during Catholic Schools Week Jan. 29-Feb. 4. St. Kateri Tekakwitha Teacher Award Julie Stuckey, a resource teacher from St. Peter… Read More
Serrans to celebrate 75th anniversary on Thursday, March 9
By Fr. Ken Schuckman The Downtown Serra Club of Wichita will commemorate its 75th anniversary as a club of Serra International Thursday, March 9. In preparation for the event, Serrans… Read More
Embracing Apostolic Courage as We Plan for the Future
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, This is an exciting time in the Diocese of Wichita! Together, we are renewing our commitment to live boldly as missionary disciples. We are… Read More
Pro-life fervor continues among youth post-Roe
Roe v. Wade may be overturned but the pro-life work isn’t close to being done, says Bonnie Toombs. Over 580 pilgrims who traveled by bus to the March for Life… Read More