Dcn. Joe Hartz was assigned as deacon of the Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul beginning October 22, 2021. Since then, Dcn. Joe has been involved in many ministries here at the parish. In 2023, he reached the venerable age of 75, at which the Church requires of all of her ministers to submit letters of retirement. Having requested retirement with faculties, Bishop Stika was happy to allow him to continue service at our parish on an as-needed basis. We congratulate Dcn. Joe on his retirement, thanking him for his continued service to our parish, even if he may be concentrating on fewer areas of service.
We are Joe and Sherry Hartz of Hixson, TN, having relocated here from St. Louis, MO. It is our desire to meet you, to develop friendships with you, to learn your stories and to share ours, and to serve.