The parish community of St. Lawrence and St. William in the Knottsville area was saddened by a tragic shooting that took place on St. Lawrence’s church property just after midnight on March 7, 2026. The shooting resulted in the death of a young person and injuries to another.
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Ursuline Sisters elect new Leadership Council
The Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph have elected their Leadership Council that will serve from 2026-2030.
‘It’s a family’: Owensboro Catholic School system celebrates 75 years of the high school
2026 marks the milestone of 75 years for Owensboro Catholic High School.
‘GEMMA’ program to support Catholic women in menopausal stages of life
After seeing numerous women – and couples – in her years as a therapist, Dr. Jill Duba Sauerheber recognizes a need for greater spiritual support for those experiencing the journey of menopause.
Eagle Scout refurbishes memorial at St. Mary High School
Cooper Richison, son of AJ and Miranda Richison, celebrated earning his Eagle Rank through Scouting America with a Court of Honor at St. Thomas More Parish in Paducah on March 8.
Ursuline Sisters observe Catholic Sisters Week by giving blankets to those in need
Ursuline Sisters Elaine Burke and Margaret Ann Aull delivered 11 blankets to St. Benedict’s Women and Family Services in Owensboro on March 9.
A call to journey with Christ beyond the Lenten season
Lent is ending and we will soon be celebrating Easter. It is a perfect time to continue your Lenten journey with Jesus Christ.
Interfaith leaders share about virtue of fasting during Faith Fest celebration
In the afternoon of Feb. 27, an interfaith gathering was held at the Islamic Center of Owensboro as part of Owensboro’s springtime Faith Fest celebration.
Youth 2000 celebrates 29 years of encountering Christ in the Eucharist
From March 13-15, 2026, young people gathered from all over the Diocese of Owensboro to attend a beloved annual youth retreat that has been offered for 29 years.
Serving up kindness
What do you do when a beloved tradition at your parish – namely, the Lenten fish fry – cannot be attended by the beloved older members of your community who are homebound?