Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
Darkness dispelled by the Son, Bishop says
Editor’s note: Diocese of Wichita Bishop Carl A. Kemme delivered the following homily during the Christmas Eve Vigil Mass that was held at Wichita’s Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on… Read More
Fr. Patrick Malone laid to rest
Fr. H. Patrick Malone was no shrinking violet, Bishop Carl Kemme recalled during his homily at the Mass of Christian Burial for the priest who had served the Catholic Diocese… Read More
Pope’s messenger spends weekend in Wichita
The readings for Sunday, Nov. 16 began with the Prophet Malachi warning, “Lo, the day is coming, blazing like an oven, when all the proud and evildoers will be stubble,… Read More
After 50 years at cathedral organ, Pracht plays on
It’s true, Carole Pracht was not playing the organ on the morning of Sunday, June 22, 1980. Had a doctor’s note been necessary, she presumably could have brought the birth… Read More
Bishop reports campaign exceeds all expectations
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, With great joy and a heart full of gratitude, I am pleased to share that the One Family, Fully Alive in Christ! Campaign has… Read More
Diocese’s capital campaign raises $60.1 million
The Catholic Diocese of Wichita is celebrating a momentous achievement – one that has stirred hearts, united communities, and affirmed the strength of our shared faith across south-central and southeast… Read More
What does a vicar general do? A Q&A with Fr. John Jirak
Editor’s Note: This spring, when Bishop Carl A. Kemme announced 2025 priest assignments for the Catholic Diocese of Wichita, Fr. John Jirak was appointed vicar general and moderator of the… Read More
Monicans intertwine faith, friendship, and service
An account written in 2024 by Monican Circle historian Beth Vin Zant describes the earliest days: Meetings were usually held in the afternoons every other week at 1 p.m. Sometimes… Read More
Bishop urges new priests to embrace humility
Even amid a soggy Memorial Day weekend characterized by repeated – and sometimes vigorous – rainfall, sunshine won out late on the morning of Saturday, May 24 at Wichita’s Cathedral… Read More
Eucharistic pilgrimage progresses through diocese
Although they believe the Lord’s Eucharistic presence can be found at any tabernacle, adoration chapel, or Mass in their hometown – as well as all over the globe – Robert… Read More
Bishop to ordain three to priesthood on May 24
In a couple of weeks, three young men are scheduled to join the ranks of priests in the Diocese of Wichita. Bishop Carl A. Kemme will ordain as priests Deacon… Read More
Bishop Kemme: Pope to be remembered for way in which he loved Christ in others
Editor’s Note: Bishop Carl A Kemme delivered the following homily at the Mass for the late Pope Francis that he offered at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Saturday,… Read More