St Anthony Catholic Church

04/13/2026

Rest In Peace – Most Reverend William E. Franklin

Most Reverend William E. Franklin The Most Reverend William E. Franklin, D.D., Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Davenport, died Friday, April 10, 2026, at the Kahl Home, Davenport; having devoted his life to faithful service to the Catholic Church. Funeral services and Mass of Christian Burial for His Excellency will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Friday, April 17, 2026, at Sacred Heart Cathedral, Davenport....

Most Reverend William E. Franklin The Most Reverend William E. Franklin, D.D., Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Davenport, died Friday, April 10, 2026, at the Kahl Home, Davenport; having devoted …

04/12/2026

April 12th – Divine Mercy Sunday

“Jesus, I trust in You.” April 12th the Church celebrates Divine Mercy Sunday, a day when we remember the boundless love poured out from the Heart of Christ. His mercy is not abstract or distant — it is personal, healing, and offered freely to each of us. 🕊️ The Message Given to St. Faustina This feast comes to us through…...

“Jesus, I trust in You.” April 12th the Church celebrates Divine Mercy Sunday, a day when we remember the boundless love poured out from the Heart of Christ. His mercy is not abstract or distant — …

04/05/2026

Sunday April 5th – Easter Sunday

✨ Easter Sunday – He Is Risen! Alleluia! ✨ Today we rejoice in the heart of our faith: Jesus Christ has risen from the dead. The empty tomb is not just a moment in history—it is the victory that changes everything. Death has been conquered. Hope is restored. Love has the final word. In the light of the Resurrection, we are invited to become people of joy, mercy, and renewed faith....

✨ Easter Sunday – He Is Risen! Alleluia! ✨ Today we rejoice in the heart of our faith: Jesus Christ has risen from the dead. The empty tomb is not just a moment in history—it is the victory that ch…

04/04/2026

Join Us April 4th at 8:30 PM – Easter Vigil

🕯️ Tonight at 8:30 PM, we gather at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church for the Easter Vigil—the most beautiful and hope‑filled liturgy of the year. We begin in quiet darkness, waiting together for the light of Christ to break through. As the new fire is blessed and the Easter candle is carried into the church, we’ll watch the whole space come alive with the glow of faith and promise. Come celebrate the victory of light over darkness and life over death with your parish family. Alleluia!

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04/03/2026

April 3rd – Good Friday

“Behold the wood of the Cross, on which hung the salvation of the world.” Today we enter the solemn mystery of Good Friday — the day Christ freely embraced the Cross out of love for us. We pause, we kneel, we adore. In His suffering, we see the depth of God’s mercy; in His silence, the strength of His obedience; in His death, the promise of our redemption....

“Behold the wood of the Cross, on which hung the salvation of the world.” Today we enter the solemn mystery of Good Friday — the day Christ freely embraced the Cross out of love for us. We pause, w…

04/02/2026

Mass Times – Holy Week

🌿 Journey With Us Through Holy WeekAs we enter the most sacred days of the year, we gather to walk with Christ from the Upper Room to the empty tomb. All are welcome to join us in prayer and worship. 📅 Holy Week Mass & Service Times Holy Thursday – April 2🕕 Mass of the Lord’s Supper – 6:00 PM…...

🌿 Journey With Us Through Holy WeekAs we enter the most sacred days of the year, we gather to walk with Christ from the Upper Room to the empty tomb. All are welcome to join us in prayer and worshi…

04/02/2026

April 2nd – Holy Thursday

Holy Thursday – The Night of Love and Service Tonight we remember the moment Jesus gave us the Eucharist, the priesthood, and the command that defines every Christian life: “As I have done for you, you should also do.” On this sacred night, Christ kneels to wash feet, showing that true greatness is found in humble service. He breaks the Bread of Life, giving us His very self....

03/31/2026

Rest in Peace, Mary Judith Wadle

Mass of Christian Burial for Mary Judith Wadle, 92, of Knoxville, will be held Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Anthony Catholic Church in Knoxville. Interment will be at the St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery. A Rosary will be held on Tuesday, March 31st at 4:00 p.m. at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Knoxville followed by visitation from 4:30 until 6:30 p.m., a Vigil Service will begin at 6:30 p.m., all at the funeral home....

Mass of Christian Burial for Mary Judith Wadle, 92, of Knoxville, will be held Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Anthony Catholic Church in Knoxville. Interment will be at the St. …

03/29/2026

March 29th – Palm Sunday

🌿 Palm Sunday – Hosanna in the Highest!Today we enter Holy Week, the most sacred days of our year, as we remember Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. The crowds welcomed Him with palms and shouts of “Hosanna!”—yet we know the path ahead leads to the Cross and, ultimately, to the glory of the Resurrection. As we hold our palms today, may they be a sign of our desire to follow Christ with renewed faith, deeper humility, and open hearts....

🌿 Palm Sunday – Hosanna in the Highest!Today we enter Holy Week, the most sacred days of our year, as we remember Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. The crowds welcomed Him with palms and shou…

03/19/2026

Rest In Peace, Robert “Bob” Taft

Robert “Bob” Allen Taft, age 65, of Knoxville, Iowa, formerly of Albia, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. Bob was born on September 21, 1960, at Monroe County Hospital to Geraldine Hopkins and was raised by his grandparents, Orvel and Lelah Taft. He grew up attending school in Albia, graduating with the Class of 1980....

Remembering Robert 'Bob' Taft: a dedicated family man, Army veteran, and community servant from Knoxville, Iowa. Learn more about his life.

03/17/2026

Today is St. Patrick’s Day

Feast Day: March 17 Feast Day Shared By: Saint John Sarcander Patron Saint of: Ireland, Engineers, and Against Snakes and Sins Symbols: Shamrock A.D. 387–461 Everything significant in life requires courage. Whether it is playing football, or coaching football; crossing the room to ask someone out on a date, or rekindling a love that has grown cold; whether it's your first day at college, or your first day back at college after twenty years; starting a new business, battling a potentially fatal disease, getting married, struggling to overcome an addiction, or coming humbly before your God in prayer: life takes courage....

Feast Day: March 17 Feast Day Shared By: Saint John Sarcander Patron Saint of: Ireland, Engineers, and Against Snakes and Sins Symbols: Shamrock A.D. 387–461 Everything signifi…