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Pilgrims from Lyons walk 75 miles to honor God, Fr. Kapaun, Fr. Padilla
By Tom EngellandThe idea was inspired by seminarian Deacon Nicholas Samsel, who spent his summer as a deacon in Rice County. He thought a pilgrimage for the men and young… Read More
Bishop issues call to spiritual arms
Editor’s Note: Bishop Carl A. Kemme issued the following message on Monday, March 17. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, It is with deep sorrow and concern that we learned… Read More
St. Patrick Parish unbowed by vandalism
en español Extensive vandalism to the sanctuary did not prevent St. Patrick Parish from celebrating its scheduled Saturday evening and Sunday morning masses. Moreover, says St. Patrick Pastor Fr. Jorge… Read More
Popular Piety expresses a thirst for God.
en español By Sister Gloria Salazar, Missionary Catechist of the Poor. People have found a simple way to manifest their trust and devotion in the search for an encounter with… Read More
Fr. Jason Borkenhagen earns his doctorate in sacred theology
It is not uncommon for academic writers to say they are sick to death of a subject by the time they finish a book-length project about it. After years of… Read More
March’s Safe Haven Sunday emphasizes authentic love instead of porn’s illusions
By Jake Samour We are all created with a deep desire for authentic love and to receive selfless love from others. While only God fully satisfies this longing in the… Read More
Diocese’s superintendent extends invitation to parents and teachers
By Janet Eaton As a farm girl, my mother was a teacher and my father a farmer. I grew up between a town to the west with a Catholic school… Read More
Diocese of Wichita and schools: Closed January 10, 2025
Due to ongoing snow and severe weather conditions, the Curia office will be closed on January 10, 2025. Catholic Metro Schools are also canceled.
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
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
High school chaplains are spiritual fathers to hundreds
The chaplains at the four Catholic high schools in the Diocese of Wichita play a special role for the students and the staff. They are spiritual fathers to the students,… Read More
Bishop dedicates new St. John Church in Clonmel
Bishop Carl A. Kemme anoints the altar at St. John the Evangelist Church in Clonmel with Holy Chrism. The four corners of the church were then anointed. More photos on… Read More