John Rohlf

Several representatives from the Diocese of Evansville and Habitat for Humanity of Evansville officially break ground with a ceremonial dirt turning at the site of the Diocesan Jubilee build. Pictured are Diocesan Director of Worship

Jim Hicks and Liz Creech of St. Benedict Cathedral, 2025 inductees into the Bruté Society, served as gift bearers. The Message photo by Megan Erbacher

Bishop Joseph M. Siegel incenses the casket of Rev. William “Bill” Dietsch at the conclusion of the Mass of Christian Burial Nov. 18 and St. Wendel Parish in St. Wendel. The Message photo by Megan Erbacher

Diocese of Evansville Bishop Joseph M. Siegel, third from left, sprinkles holy water on Msgr. Kenneth R. Knapp’s casket before he celebrates a Mass of Christian Burial Dec. 12 at St. Benedict Cathedral in Evansville.

Becky Humm stands on the grounds of the Vatican this summer. Submitted photo

The Diocese of Evansville hosted another Professional Development Workshop as part of their series, which is designed to serve parish staff across the diocese. Father Andrew Thomas, pastor of St. James Parish and Sts. Peter and Paul Parish, both in Haubstadt, was the keynote speaker. Speakers for breakout sessions were Andrew Martin of Trinity Counseling, Daniela Vidal of Ivy Tech Community College and Jennifer Vaughn of Redstitch.

Faithful applaud Chase Riecker, left, and Nathan Folz after their Election. The Message photo by Megan Erbacher

One Diocese of Evansville educator was recently approved for a grant through the Lilly Endowment.

Homeowner Mi’Kyla, second from left, prepares to cut the ribbon as Bishop Joseph M. Siegel, far left, Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Beth Folz, second from right, and Diocesan Chancellor and COO Dean Happe hold the ribbon.

Two diocesan schools are set to welcome new principals for the upcoming school year.