15th Annual Diocesan Catechism Bee
The 15th Annual Diocesan Catechism Bee which took place on May 7, 2026, is now behind us and what a wonderful event it was!
We went 28 rounds before determining this year’s winners as follows:
- Champion – Lizzie Zayaz
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Middle School, Traverse City, MI
$1,000.00 Tuition Credit Scholarship
- 2nd Place – Matilda Schwerdt
St. Ann Catholic School, Cadillac, MI
$500.00 Tuition Credit Scholarship
- 3rd Place – Colum Gerdes
St. Mary Cathedral School, Gaylord, MI
$250.00 Tuition Credit Scholarship
Thanks to all those who were able to come and for supporting this effort at each of your individual schools!
Special thanks to Bishop Jeffrey J. Walsh for presiding at Mass, as well as participating in the Diocesan Catechism Bee! We very much appreciate his support and participation in this






