Catholic school reopening plan prioritizes the health of the body and spirit
byWhen the 2020-2021 school year begins on or around Aug. 12, the typical back-to-school welcome events, such as school Masses, community-building and teacher retreats…
Archdiocesan News
After delay, parishes receive new Catholics
byWhen public celebrations of the Easter Vigil were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic in April, hundreds of people expecting to receive the sacraments…
After 40+ years, eight educators retire
byThe Archdiocese of Louisville Office of Catholic Schools has announced the retirement of 44 educators. Among those retiring at the close of the 2019-2020…
Archbishop prays for justice, peace, healing
byDuring a Mass to celebrate the solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus on Juneteenth, Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz prayed for justice, peace and…
Pastoral musicians convention goes virtual
byThe 2020 National Pastoral Musicians Convention, scheduled to be held in Louisville July 7 to 10, has moved from an in-person conference to a…
St. Thomas Seminary recalled after 50 years
byThe end of May marked 50 years since St. Thomas Seminary in Louisville closed. The minor seminary, which included a high school and junior…
Archbishop appoints two pastors
byArchbishop Joseph E. Kurtz has made the following appointments: Reverend Benni Pengiparambil, C.M.I. has been appointed pastor of St. Teresa of Calcutta Church in…
To meet tuition needs, CEF aims for $250,000 by June 30
byThe Catholic Education Foundation is on a race to meet its fundraising goals by the end of its fiscal year, June 30. The CEF’s…
Corpus Christi Mass highlights dignity
byThose listening to the live-stream liturgy June 14 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church heard Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz denounce the “ugly sin of…
World Refugee Day celebration taking place online
byDue to the global COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing restrictions, Catholic Charities of Louisville will be hosting its annual World Refugee Day celebration virtually…