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The Message is the official newspaper for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Evansville. The weekly publications covers southwestern Indiana. #catholicevv
Diocese of Evansville, Indiana
Joined March 2010
The theme for this year’s Catechist Formation Day was “Forming Families in Faith.”.
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Over 50 gathered at the Diocese of Evansville Catholic Center for Catechist Formation Day. The Message photo by John Rohlf By John Rohlf, The Message assistant editor Catechists from around the...
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Photo Gallery: Mater Dei outscored Evansville Central 28-7 in the second quarter of their 44-14 season opening win Friday night.
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Mater Dei earned a 44-14 win in their season opener Aug. 22 at the Reitz Bowl in Evansville. The Wildcats will play their first road game of the season Aug. 29 at Evansville North. The
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On Aug. 14, a Pastoral Priorities Lunch ‘n Learn session was held for Catholic Center and Catholic Charities staff at the Catholic Center in Evansville.
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On Aug. 14, a Pastoral Priorities Lunch ‘n Learn session was held for Catholic Center and Catholic Charities staff at the Catholic Center in Evansville. Bishop Joseph M. Siegel welcomed all to the...
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St. Meinrad alumnus Dan Conway of Louisville, Kentucky, was honored Aug. 5 with the Distinguished Alumnus Award at the annual St. Meinrad alumni reunion.
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Dan Conway, center, was honored Aug. 5 with the Distinguished Alumnus Award at the annual St. Meinrad Alumni Reunion. Submitted photo Special to The Message St. Meinrad alumnus Dan Conway of...
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We’re excited that the doors to schools across the Diocese of Evansville have opened and the 2025-2026 school year has begun," Diocese of Evansville Superintendent Michelle Priar said.
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By Michelle Priar, Superintendent of Schools, Diocese of Evansville Special to The Message We’re excited that the doors to schools across the Diocese of Evansville have opened and the 2025-2026...
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Leading up to the annual Right to Life of Southwest Indiana Banquet, Bishop Joseph M. Siegel celebrated a Vigil Mass for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
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Bishop Joseph M. Siegel blesses those in attendance at the conclusion of the Vigil Mass of the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Aug. 14 at St. Mary Church in Evansville. The
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Pro-life advocates and supporters gathered Aug. 14 at Old National Events Plaza in Evansville for the annual Right to Life of Southwest Indiana banquet.
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Brian and Sarah Bohrer were awarded $5,000 from the Right to Life of Southwest Indiana adopted fund during the Right to Life Banquet Aug. 14 at Old National Events Plaza in Evansville. The Message...
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Photo Gallery: Mass was celebrated Aug. 14 at St. Mary Church in Evansville for the Feast of the Assumption. Bishop Joseph M. Siegel celebrated the Vigil Mass.
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Bishop Joseph M. Siegel celebrated the Vigil Mass for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Aug. 14 at St. Mary Church in Evansville. The Message photos by John Rohlf
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Over the last month, I’ve experienced a sort of three-pronged geographical, cultural and ministerial whiplash settling into Air Force Chaplaincy at Aviano Air Base, Italy," Father Garrett Braun said in his monthly column.
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By Father Garrett Braun, From Fields Afar Over the last month, I’ve experienced a sort of three-pronged geographical, cultural and ministerial whiplash settling into Air Force Chaplaincy at Aviano...
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Students and staff at St. Philip School in Posey County participated in a Eucharistic Procession Aug. 13.
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Students and staff at St. Philip School in Posey County participated in a Eucharistic procession Aug. 13. Father Ryan Hilderbrand, pastor of St. Philip Parish in Posey County, led the Eucharistic...
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Dr. Hagan, who served as superintendent for 12 years before accepting a position at The Catholic University of America, was this year’s speaker for the Back to School event for educators.
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Dr. Daryl Hagan, former Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Evansville, serves as the guest speaker for diocesan educators Aug. 5 at Reitz Memorial High School. The Message photo by John...
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Bishop Joseph M. Siegel celebrated the annual Back to School Mass with diocesan educators Aug. 5.
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Bishop Siegel, right, accepts the gifts from St. John the Baptist Principal Katie Hubiak and Sts. Peter and Paul Principal Samantha Erny. Both are entering their first year as principals at their...
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Photos and Video: Diocesan educators gathered Aug. 5 for their annual Back to School Event. The day began with a presentation and concluded with the Back to School Mass and Celebration.
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Diocesan educators gathered Aug. 5 ahead of the first day of school for their annual Back to School Event. The day began with a presentation and concluded with the Back to School Mass and Celebration.
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Mater Dei High School announced the hire of Adam Wildeman as the head coach of the Mater Dei baseball team in an Aug. 12 press release.
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Mater Dei named Adam Wildeman head coach of the school's varsity baseball team. Submitted photo By John Rohlf, The Message assistant editor As a former Mater Dei High School baseball plater and...
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Among all corporations, the Diocese of Evansville schools placed 10th or better in four of the five categories in the grades 3-8 assessment.
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By John Rohlf, The Message assistant editor The Diocese of Evansville Catholic Schools achieved top-10 scores in four different metrics on the recently released 2025 ILEARN assessments. The Indiana...
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"I hope this new rectory will benefit the priests serving the people of Corpus Christi for many years to come," Father Luke Hassler said.
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Father Luke Hassler, pastor of Corpus Christi Parish in Evansville, left, and Father Bill Nicholas, former administrator of Corpus Christi Parish and current administrator of St. Mary Parish in...
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Now in its 11th year, this retreat has become a vibrant tradition, drawing students, volunteers and speakers together for a transformative experience rooted in Christ.
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Rock Your Faith was held July 6-9 om Jasper. The retreat was hosted by St. Joseph Parish in Joseph. Submitted photo Special to The Message St. Joseph Parish in Jasper once again hosted the annual
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The Master of Ceremonies Training Camp was launched in 2021 to assist pastors in having better liturgies in parishes across the diocese. There are now more than 100 alumni of the program.
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Seminarian Chase Riecker, second from left, instructs camp attendees during the Mater of Ceremonies camp at Sacred Heart Church. Submitted photo By John Rohlf, The Message assistant editor More than...
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“I am looking forward to becoming part of the St. Joe community and building strong relationships with the staff, students and families,” Zimmer said.
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VALERIE ZIMMER By John Rohlf, The Message assistant editor Father Gary Kaiser, pastor of St. Joseph Parish in Princeton, recently appointed Valerie Zimmer to serve as principal of St. Joseph School...
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