Bishop Siegel addresses 175 at East Deanery's 24th Wisdom Day

Bishop Joseph M. Siegel spoke to approximately 175 people during the 24th annual Wisdom Day held on Sept. 21 in Jasper. The event, hosted by the East Deanery, gathered adults aged 55 and older from the Diocese of Evansville for prayer, fellowship, and enrichment.

The day began with Mass at St. Joseph Church, followed by breakfast at the St. Joseph Parish Center gymnasium. General Chairperson Clara Fromme welcomed the attendees and introduced Pat Koch, the mistress of ceremonies. Bishop Siegel, one of several presenters, told the group that they represent a living library of wisdom and resilience through their decades of faith, prayer, and life experience.

The theme for the gathering was taken from Jeremiah 29:11. The Diocese of Evansville Office of Marriage, Family and Life assists in coordinating the annual event to recognize the gifts of the senior community.