Mary Louise Johnson Hayden celebrated her 100th birthday on Oct. 13, 2024.
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Safety first: Catholic schools increase preparedness and prevention
Catholic Schools Office superintendent David Kessler’s philosophy when it comes to school security is that “I come to work here; I come to school here; I should feel safe when I’m here.”
With ‘deep appreciation,’ Bishop Medley completes seven-country pastoral visit project begun six years ago
For Bishop William F. Medley, a lasting aspect of his legacy as the shepherd of the Diocese of Owensboro will be his initiative to visit the seven countries from which have come the many international priests serving western Kentucky.
Honor Flight demonstrates gratitude for veterans’ service
On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, each year, the nation pauses to show its gratitude and appreciation for its military veterans.
St. Teresa Thrift Store and Ministries donates over $120,000 to local nonprofits in fight against food insecurity
On Oct. 16, St. Teresa Thrift Store and Ministries marked World Food Day with a special event, donating over $120,000 to local nonprofit organizations dedicated to combating food insecurity in Warren County.
Pilgrims encounter Christ, the Good Shepherd, during Ireland pilgrimage
Each of us are pilgrims on a journey to “discover the place of [our] resurrection,” as Monica Weis wrote in “Thomas Merton and the Celts: A New World Opening Up.” This pilgrimage is part of daily life as we die to this world to rise again in the love and graces of the Triune God, living our own Paschal Mystery, through our baptism.
Sorgho pastor holds ‘open caboose’ for parishioners
On Sept. 22, parishioners of St. Mary Magdalene Parish in Sorgho, Ky., enjoyed a beautiful day on the Dennis Family Farm in Caneyville, where their pastor, Fr. Jamie Dennis, grew up.
Seminarians stay active on the hill with annual 5K
On Sept. 21, Saint Meinrad Archabbey hosted its annual On the Hill 5K, which was open to all.
With ‘like-minded folks in the trenches of ministry,’ Thriveanooga provides space for youth ministers to remember the importance of their work
Youth ministry is a challenge. It can feel lonely, unsupported, exhausting, and shallow. It is also beautiful.
‘We’ll turn this into a beautiful home,’ vows Mayfield family as new house is dedicated post-tornado
Recovery continues in western Kentucky communities devastated by the Dec. 10, 2021 tornadoes, and Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Owensboro is there walking alongside survivors and witnessing new beginnings each day.