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Diocese of Wichita’s Second Annual Catholic Women’s Conference encounters Jesus at the well
Before dating apps, personal ads, or dances, there were wells, Sr. Mary Rachel Craig observed at the Diocese of Wichita’s Second Annual Catholic Women’s Conference, held March 6-7 at the… Read More
Wichita’s St. Margaret Mary Parish expanding
“When I first started the project, people thought I was a few beads short of a full rosary,” said Fr. Ned Blick, pastor of St. Margaret Mary Parish in Wichita.… Read More
Faith carries Le through war and POW camp to USA
Night was the worst, recounts St. Margaret Mary Parishioner Thanh Van Le. Unlike their Khmer Rouge counterparts in Cambodia – who acted in the open under broad daylight – Vietnamese… Read More
Seminars invite faithful to consider their plans with a Catholic view
For many, conversations about estate planning can easily be postponed. Few are eager to tackle a task often considered uncomfortable, intimidating, or perhaps meant for someone at a different stage… Read More
More than 600 people set to join the Church
More than 250 men and women took an important step in accepting the Father’s invitation to become his adopted sons and daughters and to strive to live the Catholic faith… Read More
McDonough, Stefanick to highlight Catholic Men’s Conference
The Catholic Diocese of Wichita 2026 Men’s Conference is not only about what happens at the altar and podium, reflects Anthony Keiser who – along with his leadership roles at… Read More
Eagle Scout project yields slingshot range at Camp Kapaun
Eucharistic adoration and Ninjas. It’s tough to narrow down the best experiences Bishop Carroll Catholic High School sophomore Holden Dible has enjoyed over the years at Camp Totus Tuus, but… Read More
Trio’s journey takes them to Mass at every parish in diocese
By Dick Pavelski, This is a story about companionship with God and friends. I am a parishioner at Wichita’s St. Francis of Assisi Parish and have known Marc Kessinger and… Read More
Eyeing the future, St. Rose of Lima, Mt. Vernon, breaks ground on discipleship center
By Michelle Ogden On Sunday, Feb. 15, many parishioners from St. Rose of Lima, Mt. Vernon, gathered with grateful hearts as Bishop Carl Kemme joined us to celebrate the groundbreaking… Read More
BCCHS taps Schuckman as next president
The Catholic Diocese of Wichita has appointed Alan Schuckman to succeed retiring Leticia C. Nielsen as Bishop Carroll Catholic High School president on July 1. Following a historic 40-year era… Read More
Not meant for me: A conversation with Sarah Kroger
Editor’s Note: Musician Sarah Kroger is scheduled to perform at the Catholic Diocese of Wichita’s Second Annual Women’s Conference, set for Friday and Saturday, March 6-7 at the Hyatt Regency… Read More
Bishop to preside over celebration of diocese’s senior adults
By Bonnie Toombs Our diocese is blessed by the wisdom, faith, and lifelong dedication of our senior adults, and we are delighted to honor them in a special way. Please… Read More