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Glorify God, not things of this earth, Bishop Kemme says
Many glorify themselves, their pleasures, their importance, and power, they glorify the creature rather than the creator Bishop Carl A. Kemme said in his Christmas Eve homily at the Cathedral… Read More
St. Patrick in Galena ‘opens’ an early Christmas gift
The faithful of St. Patrick Parish in Galena gave themselves an early Christmas gift that they unwrapped at a Mass on Saturday, Dec. 9. Bishop Carl A. Kemme blessed a… Read More
Bishop shares his blessings at Galena blessing
Bishop Carl A. Kemme’s homily at an altar dedication on Saturday, Dec. 9, in the newly renovated St. Patrick Church in Galena was one of thanksgiving. He shared how blessed… Read More
Trinity breaks ground for new gymnasium
One of the first wants Dan Dester heard when he started as principal of Trinity Catholic Junior/Senior High School was a second gymnasium. Four years later, he is getting ready… Read More
Statement on Fiducia Supplicans for the Diocese of Wichita
Dear People of God in the Diocese of Wichita, In light of the recent Declaration Fiducia Supplicans, issued on December 18, 2023, and signed by Pope Francis, I join my… Read More
Appeal helps seminarians focus on their formation and studies, not finances
Want to help seminarians and retired priests?The annual Christmas Call to Sharing appeal helps educate priests-to-be and priests who have generously served the Diocese of Wichita. The appeal is made… Read More
Family missionary trip to Mexico planned
Want to be a missionary to Mexico? The Office of Marriage and Family Life is inviting the faithful to take part in a week-long mission trip April 27-May 4 to… Read More
Volunteers urgently needed by The Lord’s Diner as it transitions to full dining service
Want to volunteer to feed ‘Jesus’? The Lord’s Diner will be transitioning from a hybrid model now in use to using real dishes on Jan. 15. The Diner needs additional… Read More
WSU students evangelizing about marriage
John Bergman, a student at Wichita State University, is moving forward with one of the diocesan Pastoral Plan’s Mission: To go forth faithfully to preach the Gospel to all God’s… Read More
Priests Retirement Center getting needed upgrades
Want to help the retired priests of the diocese? Please consider a gift this year to the Christmas Call to Sharing Campaign. It helps support the 43 seminarians and the… Read More
Dr. Ray dispenses advice and laughs
By Christopher M. RiggsCatholic clinical psychologist, radio host, and EWTN television host Dr. Ray Guarendi was in Wichita a couple of weeks ago to tape four of his television shows.… Read More
Fr. Haake new SLC retreat master
Fr. Thomas Haake has some consoling words for those considering an Ignatian retreat at the Spiritual Life Center: “It won’t hurt you. And so far everyone who has done a… Read More