St. John XXIII

"The most welcoming church I have ever been."

"Catholic yes, but... All are truly welcome. Come if your even just curious, we never bite and NO snakes."

"This is probably one of the best Catholic centers in churches in the Knoxville Metro. It's a blessing that they have this Catholic center on the UT campus to accommodate the student population. I've attended while I was an undergrad and graduate student and since being in the working world. I'm surprised all the ratings aren't five. But what really surprises me is when you get a rating of one and there's two words describing that things are not welcoming. Obviously the lack of details on negative comments doesn't help improve possible shortcomings at this wonderful Catholic center. I can tell you that the homilies from the Paulists are much more meaningful and hold your attention then a diocesan priest. For that reason alone I would attend this center if I was Catholic. I also know there much more accepting of diversity and diverse groups at this center then in the diocesan Catholic churches. While the Catholic center may be packed on the UT campus and not have giant parking lots, the university's pretty accepting for parking on the Sunday services. I personally have known many students of diverse social identities and they have been well accepted by the pastors and staff at this Catholic center. That is so important for young people who struggle with who they are and who they want to be. Kudos to Father Don and the current staff for doing a great job.!"

"A great chapel for college students to congregate on campus! They also have a cheap community dinner which is delicious!"

"I have been going to that church since,early 80's, love the community raised my 2 kids there, still going"