On Mar. 18, 2021, Fr. Carter interviewed Corinne Henderson, Basilica parishioner and board member of La Paz Chattanooga, a social service organization with faith-based roots that serves and strengthens our Latino community via corporal works of mercy. Click to watch the video and read the interview, which is featured in Fr. Carter's pastor's notes for April 18 & April 25, 2021.
Patricia Pinson Woods, who was a lifetime member of Sts. Peter and Paul, died on January 5, 2021. A funeral Mass will be held for Patricia on May 6, at 11:00 am at St. Jude Catholic Church. Interment will follow. May her soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Click for Patricia's obituary.
Joseph Shramko, a 16-year old in our parish, suffered a serious fall on April 8, and he is in critical condition. He is unconscious and experiencing severe swelling of the brain. The Shramkos are praying for miraculous intervention for Joseph and they are asking for our prayers. They have set up a Caring Bridge site to share updates. We encourage you to use the Caring Bridge site to share your prayers and encouragement with them during this critical time. Fr. Carter, Dcn. Gaspar, and the family are asking that we invoke the intercession of Servant of God, Patrick Ryan, for Joseph's healing. You can access Joseph's Caring Bridge site here (follow the prompts to sign in or create an account as needed): https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/josephshramko
Christopher Nelligan, 19, passed away at home in his sleep on Thursday, March 11, 2021. Christopher was born on January 15, 2002, to James and Denise Nelligan. A funeral Mass will be held at the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul on Saturday, March 27, at 10:00 am.
On March 17, 2021, Fr. Carter interviewed Nathan Bird, a Basilica parishioner who is engaged in understanding local politics, and the founder of the Chattanooga Civics website and podcast. Watch or read the interview here (as well as in the pastor's notes for March 28 and April 4). Note that Chattanooga has a run-off election for mayor and several city council seats on April 13, with early voting from March 24 to April 8.
Do you love classical education? Do you desire to homeschool within a supportive, faithfully Catholic community? Regina Caeli Academy, a university-style hybrid education program for preschool through 12th grade, has been invited to consider starting up a school in Chattanooga this fall. They are hosting an information session on Sunday, April 18 at 4pm at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 313 Sylvan St. Click here to find out more about Regina Caeli Academy, and contact Shannon Hinson at 423-991-8352 to sign up for the information session.
The USCCB, Bishop Stika, and Fr. Carter have recently spoken about the morality of the COVID-19 vaccines, with special considerations about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. See Bishop Stika's statement and the Chattanooga News Channel 9 interview here.
Samuel Aníbal Ramírez Aguilar was born on October 29, 1991, and passed away on February 22, 2021, at the age of 29, in a car accident. Samuel’s funeral Mass in Spanish is being held on March 6 at 1:00 pm at the Basilica. Visitation will be held on March 7 from 2:00pm-4:00pm at Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services – Franklin-Strickland Chapel. Click for more information.
CATHOLIC MEN: The Tennessee Knights of Columbus welcome you to join the largest Catholic fraternal benefits organization in the world for free through June 30, 2021. We are Catholic men building a bridge back to faith, dedicated to lives of charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism. Practicing Catholic gentleman, age 18 or older, join today using the discount code MCGIVNEY2020 at www.kofc.org/join!
After years of faithful leadership, Rachel Wesson has graciously passed the reins of the Catholic Motherhood Ministry to Diane Tobin. To stay informed, mothers of all ages are invited to join the brand new email group from the Catholic Motherhood page of our website. Many thanks to several mothers who continue to lead various aspects of this thriving ministry that nurtures our parish.
Los Caballeros de Colon de Tennessee te invitan a unirte a la fraternidad Católica de beneficios más grande en el mundo Gratuitamente hasta Junio 30, 2021, usando el código de descuento MCGIVNEY2020 en www.kofc.org/join. Si tú eres un bautizado, practicante hombre Católico, de 18 años o mayor, por favor únete hoy!
On Feb. 5, 2021, Fr. Carter interviewed Sandy Pricer, Basilica parishioner and President/Co-founder of the RISE UP Cooperative, a social service initiative to help at-risk teens and young adults gain life skills. The interview is presented in Fr. Carter's pastor's notes for Feb. 14 and Feb. 21, 2021, and the full transcript and video are included below.
DYM, the Basilica of Sts. Peter & Paul's Downtown Youth Ministry, will be offering Wednesday in-person meetings 6-8pm and Sunday virtual meetings 6:30-8pm beginning in Lent! All 6th to 12th grade students are welcome! Click for schedule details.
Our Basilica parish community mourns the loss of 13-year old Frieyda Yojana Tomas Morales, who died suddently on Monday of a diabetic coma. Her funeral Mass will be celebrated at the Basilica this Saturday, February 13, at 11:00 am. Friends have organized this fundraiser to help pay for the costs of the funeral home that they were unprepared for. Thank you for your prayers and generosity. Click for the link to donate.
The Bishop’s Appeal 2021 begins with a mailing that many of our parishioners have received from Bishop Stika asking for a generous commitment to this year’s Appeal. Your gift not only funds many of the operations of the Diocese of Knoxville, but also services that are of great help to our local parish community. For example, funds support our Religious Education programs, Campus Ministry, Youth Ministry, Hispanic Ministry, Tribunal, and Catholic Charities. Please answer Bishop Stika’s request and make a commitment to the annual appeal. In-pew pledge commitment will be Feb. 6-7. Click here for more info and to make your pledge online at any time.
Pope Francis has called for a Year of St. Joseph beginning Dec. 8, 2020, “in which all faithful, after his example, may daily reinforce their own life of faith in complete fulfillment of God’s will.” Through the Apostolic Penitentiary the Holy Father has extended a series of plenary indulgences centered around devotion to St. Joseph. Click for more information and practical ways to celebrate the Year of St. Joseph, including the Seven Sundays Devotion. And stay tuned for updates during the year.
Come hear the beautiful sounds of Chopin, Beethoven, and more played by our own priest on a grand piano, in the beautiful Basilica! Donations to support the piano rental will be welcomed. Click for more information and to hear Fr. Valentin's 2020 piano recitals.
The 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.
The Catholic Motherhood group is now meeting on the third Sunday of the month from 6-8pm, at The Spice & Tea Exchange (2115 Gunbarrel Rd), owned by Diane Tobin, our Catholic Motherhood Coordinator. All mothers are welcome! Please bring a lite snack & folding chair if you can.
BOYS’ HIKE Sunday, April 25 at 3:30pm at Guild Hardy Trailhead, sponsored by our Basilica Trail Life USA troop. Trail Life USA is a Christian outdoor adventure program working to strengthen boys ages 5-18 in Wisdom, Heritage, Teamwork, Leadership, Character, and Faith. This hike is open to all boys, and we hope many will want to join Trail Life afterwards! Click for more information...
The 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.
Diocese of Knoxville Office of Youth Ministry is hosting a GUYS retreat April 30 7pm to May 2 11:30am at St. Mary's in Oak Ridge. “Be on your guard, stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong.” 1 Corinthians 16:13. Click for details and registration.
The 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.
Wednesday, May 5th: Cinco de Mayo at Father Patrick J. Ryan Hall from 5PM-10PM $25 per person. Includes meal and two beers. Meal is choice of three tacos from the taco bar with pollo, ground beef, chorizo, and carne asada. Children’s plates are $7.50 and include two tacos with Spanish rice and refried beans. $65 meal limit for families not including additional beers and tacos. $3 beers sold at bar. $3 tacos available for pick up. Tickets sold online ahead of time through Venmo at knightsofcolumbus-610 with the note "Cinco de Mayo". Also accepting cash or check at the door, but paying ahead of time is preferred.
We will have Adoration with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament on First Friday following the 12pm Mass until 5:30pm, and through the night from 9pm to 7am, hosted by our Hispanic community.
The 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.
The St. Ambrose Catholic Homeschool Co-op is hosting an informal get-together at Riverview Park in Chattanooga on Friday, May 14th at 11:00 am. Bring your own snacks, bring a friend or two, and enjoy the company of fellow Catholic families. All ages are welcome, and membership in the co-op is not required.
The 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.
The Catholic Motherhood group is now meeting on the third Sunday of the month from 6-8pm, at The Spice & Tea Exchange (2115 Gunbarrel Rd), owned by Diane Tobin, our Catholic Motherhood Coordinator. All mothers are welcome! Please bring a lite snack & folding chair if you can.
The St. Ambrose Catholic Homeschool Co-op will host a virtual information session on Thursday evening, May 20th, at 7:00pm. All who are interested in learning more about the co-op are invited to attend. The Zoom link can be found on the St. Ambrose Catholic Homeschool Facebook page (and will be added here as well).
The 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.
The 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.