When I came to the Diocese of Owensboro 13 years ago, I believe there were six priests serving our diocese who were not born in the United States.
Editorials and Columns
God’s Acre: One of our most holy places
The archives gets a lot of questions about cemeteries. Most of the questions are for genealogical purposes. However, cemeteries have much more to tell us than just who is buried there.
Thanksgiving and the Eucharist
The holiday of Thanksgiving holds a special place in the hearts of many Americans. It is a time when families and friends gather together to express gratitude for the blessings they have received throughout the year.
Honoring Our Lady of Kibeho during Black Catholic History Month
November is Black Catholic History Month, which was designated to celebrate the long history and proud heritage of Black Catholics by the National Black Clergy Caucus on July 24, 1990.
As we experience the next step of the synod, ‘be not afraid’
We have been discussing the plans and process for the Synod on Synodality for so long that some might assume it has come and gone. In fact, though, a new phase of the synod is continuing this month.
A new road for camp
For years now, one of the only complaints we receive from camp families and retreat guests is about the road into and out of Gasper River Catholic Youth Camp and Retreat Center.
A Halloween tale from the Mount Saint Joseph Archives
It’s October and you know what that means; this month we celebrate a holiday that many proudly claim as their favorite.
The label that matters
During a beautiful summer weekend in August 2023, 25 young people and leaders from around the diocese and episcopal region gathered at Gasper River Catholic Youth Camp and Retreat Center to retreat from the world and spend time reflecting on labels.
The Eucharist: God’s daily provision
In the words of St. John Vianney, “What does Jesus do in the Eucharist? If you are in difficulties and sorrows, he will comfort you and relieve you…”
Free resources to be provided to individuals and families on Safe Haven Sunday
Pornography is not a topic most adults are comfortable speaking about. This is especially the case when it comes to parents addressing it with their children. Unfortunately, it’s the topic that’s becoming more and more necessary to address in our digital age.