The Roman Catholic Diocese of Knoxville, located in Knoxville, TN, is a vibrant and diverse community of Catholics living and worshiping in East Tennessee. With 51 parish and mission churches spread across 36 counties, the diocese serves both rural areas and larger cities such as Knoxville, Chattanooga, Crossville, Kingsport, and Johnson City. Since its establishment in 1988 by St. John Paul II, the diocese has nearly doubled in size and now has approximately 70,000 registered Catholics. Led by Archbishop Shelton Fabre as the Apostolic Administrator, the diocese is committed to living and sharing the Roman Catholic faith through various ministries, including Christian formation, Hispanic ministry, justice and peace, marriage preparation, vocations, and more.
The Diocese of Knoxville is dedicated to fostering a synodal church, where the faithful are actively engaged in the life and mission of the Church. They are currently in the response phase of the Synod 2023, seeking input from parishioners through a series of meetings to discuss the topics outlined in the October 2023 Synthesis Report. The diocese also places a strong emphasis on Eucharistic Revival, recognizing the central importance of the Eucharist in the life of the Church. With a commitment to safe environments and the well-being of its members, the diocese provides safe environment training and has policies in place to ensure the protection of all individuals. Through its various ministries and initiatives, the Diocese of Knoxville strives to live out its mission of spreading the Roman Catholic faith and serving the needs of the community.
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