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