Women religious representing the many communities who serve in the Diocese of Owensboro gathered on Nov. 9, 2024, at St. Mary Magdalene Church in Owensboro to honor their sisters who are celebrating jubilees of religious profession this year.
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St. Mary of the Woods and Trinity High School break ground on new school campus
WHITESVILLE, KY – St. Mary of the Woods Parish has officially begun construction on a new, state-of-the-art campus to house both St. Mary of the Woods Grade School and Trinity High School.
Saint-O-Lantern Contest: A colorful celebration of faith
The Fall Festival at Mary Carrico Catholic School in Knottsville, Ky., is an annual event to gather the community for food, fellowship, and fun while raising money for the school’s PTO. An addition to the Fall Festival this year was the Saint-O-Lantern Contest which combined creativity, community spirit, and faith.
Ministering to faith-filled young women, Fidelis presents a new way to form their own small community at OCHS
Two Owensboro Catholic High School teachers bring the “Fidelis” program to their female students this school year as they strive for a stronger sense of community and love among all the young girls attending their school.
‘Once you met him, he was praying for you’ – Remembering ‘spiritual giant’ Msgr. Bernard Powers
One of Margaret Powers O’Bryan’s favorite memories of her uncle, Msgr. Bernard Powers, was during his residence at St. Elizabeth Parish in Curdsville, when she would stop by the rectory on her way to or from work.
Blessed Mother parishioner celebrates 100 years young
Mary Louise Johnson Hayden celebrated her 100th birthday on Oct. 13, 2024.
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.