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See our Mass & Prayer Schedule/Resources page for more information including a video Introduction to the Extraordinary Form by Fr. Carter.
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Many of the beautiful liturgical expressions that we enjoy at the Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul are discussed on our Joy of Tradition Catechesis page, a catechetical library of articles and videos. Fr. Carter's introductory homily on the theme of Joy of Tradition can be heard on this page as well.
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Recent and past Homilies are available for your edification. Fr. Carter's Pastor's Notes to the parish are catalogued also
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- Adults and families who are exploring conversion to Catholicism are invited to attend our RCIA program for Becoming Catholic.
- Our Religious Education program is open to all school-aged children and youth, and is required for preparation to receive the Sacraments of First Penance, First Holy Communion, and Confirmation. Online registration is available on this page.
- Our St. Ambrose Catholic Homeschool Co-op and Jubilate Deo Youth Schola offer additional classes for youth.
- Catholics seeking Baptism for their children, Last Rites & Funerals for their loved ones, and Marriage/Weddings, can find more information on those pages.
- The Deacon's Table, led by Dcn. Tom McConnell, offers an opportunity for Adult Faith Formation
- Please make use of our parish FORMED.org subscription to access a multitude of sound Catholic media programs for learning and entertainment for adults and children.
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Our parish ministries include educational, liturgical, social & service and charitable opportunities for you to give and receive. See the Ways to Give & Receive Help page to access a listing of our established groups and current needs. Also explore the Ministries menu on our website to find current opportunities for ministry and service.
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More Memories
- Photos and news story from last public Mass during coronavirus outbreak 3/19/20 - Chattanooga Times-Free Press, by Robin Rudd
- Photos from 11/2/19 All Souls Day - Spanish Mass, Low Mass, and Mount Olivet Cemetery
- Photos from 9/15/19 Sister Imelda's 25th Anniversary of Vows
- Photo/Times-Free Press story from the 7/19/19 presentation of African American Catholic Spirituality and Chattanooga's St. Francis Church
- Photos from the 6/29/19 Confirmation Mass with Bishop Stika and nearly 50 Confirmandi, taken by Stephen Golder
- Photos from the 6/27 to 6/29/19 Forty Hours Devotion
- Photos from the 6/23/19 Corpus Christi procession and Spanish First Communion Mass (30 First Communicants), taken by Robin Rudd
- Photos from the 6/23/19 11:30 First Communion Mass and Corpus Christi procession (17 First Communicants), taken by Robin Rudd
- Photos of Fr. Carter's 6/12/19 Visit to the Capitol in Washington, D. C. to Open the House of Representatives in Prayer
- Photos from the May Crowning 2019, by Robin Rudd
- Photos from our Easter Vigil Mass 2019, by Robin Rudd We had 58 people receiving sacraments of initiation!
- Photos from Holy Thursday and Good Friday 2019, by Christina Bankson
- Photos of our Altar Dedication Mass on December 23, 2018 (thanks to parishioner Christina Bankson)
- Photos of Renovations through the Generations at Sts. Peter and Paul
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Stay Informed
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Registration for Religious Education, Youth Group, and Jubilate Deo Youth Schola is now open on our website, and there will be a combination of in-person and virtual options starting in September.Read More
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Bishop Stika has announced priest reassignments for three priests that will affect the Basilica, effective September 9. Click for details.Read More
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Parents and other adults who serve in ministries that involve youth are now required to be certified under the “Safe Haven” program, which is replacing the previous VIRTUS Safe Environment program for the Diocese of Knoxville. All adult volunteers who are in contact with youth, including those who have already been VIRTUS-certified, must complete this new program by August 31. The registration and training is available to everyone online at your convenience (allow 2.5 hours).Read More
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In this video, Fr. David Carter, Pastor and Rector of the Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul, introduces the more ancient form of the Roman rite, known as the Extraordinary Form or the Traditional Latin Mass, which is now being offered at the Basilica every Sunday at 11:30 am. Watch here.Read More
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Call to service from Fr. Carter: We are still looking for more technical volunteers to operate the live-stream, as well as ushers and cleaning volunteers for each weekend Mass. We have a particular need for people to commit to the 11:30 Extraordinary Form Mass.Read More
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Events
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June 22 - August 28At Home VBS 2020 At Home Vacation Bible School in the comfort and safety of your living room or maybe in the backyard with a few friends! Available from June 22 - August 28, 2020. Click for details and signup....Read More
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Saturday, August 15, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMThe Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is next Saturday, August 15. It is not a holy day of obligation this year. We will have a Spanish Mass at 10:30 am on Aug. 15 to celebrate the solemnity.Read More
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Sunday, August 16, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMThe Deacon’s Table is now having a virtual meeting every Sunday at 5pm. If you are not already signed up with Dcn. Tom, please contact him to receive the notifications.Read More
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Sunday, August 16, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMThe next Motherhood group meeting will be at 6pm this Sunday, August 16th, at Rembrandt's Cafe, outside on the patio. We will discuss future meetings and pray together. All mothers are welcome!Read More
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Sunday, August 23, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMThe Deacon’s Table is now having a virtual meeting every Sunday at 5pm. If you are not already signed up with Dcn. Tom, please contact him to receive the notifications.Read More
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Monday, August 24, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMAmerican Heritage Girls of Chattanooga TN0629 is having a drive thru/drop in open house on Aug. 24th at the Basilica from 6 to 7pm. We will also have a virtual open house via Zoom on Aug 24th at 8 pm. To receive an invitation to the virtual meeting, please email ahgchattanooga@gmail.com or call (423)987-2842 and leave a message. Hope to see you on the 24th.Read More
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