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Catholic Men’s Conference seeks to build on past success
As he considers some of his favorite experiences at the Catholic Men’s Conference, Anthony Keiser recalls an encounter with one particular attendee a couple of years ago. “He was a… Read More
More than 60 attend Quo Vadis
Not every man who pursues studies in the seminary is called to the ordained priesthood. Similarly, not every man who attends a Quo Vadis vocational discernment retreat will end up… Read More
Work in Rome expands Fr. Reilley’s perspective
Fr. Patrick Reilley waited at a Roman bus stop, praying silently while also considering how to say he was leaving the Roman Curia after barely getting started. “I was telling… Read More
Catholic Advance editor retires after 36 years
By Christopher M. Riggs Several of my keyboards have been sent to the recycling bin during the 36 years I have had the honor of being editor of the Catholic… Read More
Martins near finish line as CEE presenting couple
It’s not as if the first nine years of marriage were unhappy, said Dave and Antonia Martin. Clashes were rare and without rancor; husband and wife continued to enjoy each… Read More
Bishop Kemme Opens Jubilee Year
Along with his fellow bishops in diocesan cathedrals across the globe, Bishop Carl A. Kemme opened the universal church’s jubilee year on Sunday, Dec. 29, at Wichita’s Cathedral of the… Read More
Fr. Schemm laid to rest
As Bishop Carl A. Kemme prepared to offer his final commendation and farewell to Fr. Michael J. Schemm at his funeral Mass, the bishop reflected on the physical proximity the… Read More
Fully Alive! campaign hits major milestone
As we enter a new year, we find ourselves reflecting on the incredible generosity and faith of our entire diocesan community. With gratitude to God and all those who have… Read More
Fr. Michael Schemm Dies Dec. 14
Fr. Michael J. Schemm, a priest of the Diocese of Wichita for 31 years, died Saturday, Dec. 14. He was 59. A Vigil is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Sunday,… Read More
Priests run life’s marathons in two respects
There are the acts of self-discipline that irritate at first, but then become habits, and maybe later, labors of love. Sometimes the weather is dismal, the muscles ache and the… Read More
Lord’s Diner coordinates with city, other groups to boost their effectiveness
Individual members of an orchestra must hit the correct notes at the right times, tempos, tones and tenors to play beautiful music. Similarly, when it comes to assisting people who… Read More
Cathedral windows traveling for refurbishment
The timing was an unfortunate coincidence, said Hoefer’s Custom Stained Glass president and owner Scott Hoefer, whose South Hutchinson company is tasked with restoring the stained glass windows at Wichita’s… Read More