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The Call to DiscipleshipOur Vision:
The Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul will be a parish of actively engaged, invested, and committed followers of Christ living the fullness of the Catholic Faith. -
Help within Our Parish
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Parish Ministries
Update on Current Parish Ministries
Basilica Parish Ministries Report from November 2019
The Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul supports dozens of parish ministries for youth and adults - including liturgical, educational, social, and service groups. Explore our Ministries menus here on our website for current information about opportunities to serve and learn.
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Local Charitable Services
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- ABIDE - Respite care for people with dementia, to help their caregivers. Call 423-756-2021 x3108 to participate/volunteer.
- Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul (TN) - Buy Nothing Group on Facebook - Basilica parishioners are encouraged to join and post items or services that they are offering to give away or looking to receive for free. The hope is to provide a convenient channel for practicing charity and solidarity within the Basilica community.
- A Catholic Home Repair Apostolate has begun as part of our Basilica Outreach ministry, in honor of Fr. Patrick Ryan. Projects are evaluated based on need and ability to accomplish them with the charitable funds and volunteers we have. If you would like to add your time, labor, and skill to our team effort and serve needy parishioners with essential home repairs, contact Jim Gajewski at [email protected] or 423-708-5578. By joining the Fr. Patrick Ryan Catholic apostolate, you can help us help more neighbors.
- CHATT Foundation (formerly Chattanooga Community Kitchen) needs volunteers to serve meals daily. Sign up for breakfast (6:45-8am), lunch (11:15am-12:30pm), or dinner (3:30-4:30pm). They also need donations of money and supplies. Call 423-756-4222.
- Chattanooga Area Food Bank - Dial 211 to request a voucher for an emergency food box. To find a food pantry visit ChattFoodBank.org/hungry. For help buying groceries Call 706-330-4562 or [email protected]. Donate: $1 provides 3 meals. Volunteer: Sign-up for shifts at ChattFoodBank.org/involved.
- Chattanooga Workforce Development - Free employment, training, education, and social service assistance. We are equipped to serve virtually every community member and assist in overcoming any barriers to employment they may be facing. Visit wfdchatt.org and fill out and submit an Assistance Request and Information Form on the homepage. Or email Natalie Nichols at [email protected] or call or text 770-548-5997 with your request. View flyer.
- Counseling - Catholic Charities of East Tennessee is offering "Telehealth" online counseling for mental health needs - See list of counselors
- Christian counseling services online here: https://www.onlinetherapy.com/
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Courage International is a Catholic apostolate that helps men and women who experience same-sex attractions to strive for chastity. Encourage is the counterpart apostolate for family and friends of people who identify as LGBTQ, who are looking for help to keep the faith and keep their family bonds intact.
- End-of-Life Decisions - The National Catholic Bioethics Center offers several resources for end-of-life considerations, planning, and health care decisions. See our Last Rites, Funerals, & End-of-Life page for a listing of these resources.
- Ladies of Charity - Our Basilica parish supports the Ladies of Charity, who give direct financial assistance to the poor. Their needs include monetary donations, donations of gently used items, and volunteers to sort and tag their many donations, assist customers in the store, or cashier. Greater Goods Thrift Store Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-2pm. Please mail checks to: Ladies of Charity of Chattanooga, 2821 Rossville Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37407. Stop by or email us at [email protected], "like" us on Facebook and visit our website.
- Marriage and Family Therapy from a Catholic perspective, in English or Spanish - Alicia Bradshaw [email protected] 423-402-8256
- Meals on Wheels and MY Ride TN — Southeast TN Area Agency on Aging and Disability provides an array of services to help older adults (60 and older) and people with disabilities live with dignity and choices in their homes and communities.
- Home Delivered Meals needs volunteers Mon-Fri (especially Fridays), 9:15 am to 12 noon at the latest
- MY Ride Southeast TN needs licensed drivers ages 21+, flexible shifts/min. 3 hours per month. Contact 423-424-4201.
- To VOLUNTEER to deliver meals and/or give rides to seniors or disabled adults in need. Contact Janet Sullivan, 423-424-4286 or [email protected] for more information.
- Visit the website to apply to RECEIVE meals or essential rides (to the grocery store, pharmacy, bank and doctors’ appointments).
- Paid Job Training for People 55+ who are unemployed and really need to work. Train at home options available. Call 423-629-2501 x3130. Offered by Goodwill Industries of the Greater Chattanooga Area
- Parish Professionals Directory - Listing of Chattanooga area Catholic business and service offerings in our community
- Pregnancy Help Center - You can make a difference in the life of a mother and child without leaving the comfort of your own home. Catholic Charities of East Tennessee’s five Pregnancy Help Centers are now providing online pregnancy, parenting and life-skills classes. Volunteers follow up weekly with clients via phone to review the material - it’s that easy and convenient! Training is provided, so if you have a couple of hours a week to help a mother in need, call 423-826-0673 to volunteer to help with mentoring, teaching, office work, or our baby store.
Post-Abortion Healing - Monthly Spirit and Life group is now meeting in Chattanooga - Contact Sandi Davidson at 865-776-4510 or [email protected]. Also visit the Project Rachel webpage for retreat opportunities.
Pregnancy Help Center and Erlanger Partnership - HELP FAMILIES WITH INTENSIVE CARE BABIESSometimes God calls us to use our hardships as a blessing for others. If you or anyone you know has had experience with a baby who was born with needs for intensive care, please consider being a mentor at the Pregnancy Help Center. We need men, women and bilingual volunteers with this background. It would take 1.5- 3 hours of your time weekly and can be done at home. Mentoring training will be provided. Contact Sheri at 423-826-0673 for more information.
CCETN Pregnancy Help Center of Chattanooga is in need of bilingual mentor volunteers who can assist from home for about an hour weekly for each client they are willing to take on, or hold a weekly or every other week face-to-face group that would help 4-5 clients at one time. Please contact program leader, Sheri Fava at 423-826-0637.- Rise UP Cooperative - RiseUP Cooperative works to engage and equip teens and young adults, all over the Chattanooga area, by providing life and leadership workshops. There are many ways to support RiseUP and the youth they serve - check out their website for details www.riseupcooperative.org
Rise UP Cooperative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit working to equip and engage teens and young adults to help them become Responsible, Empowered, and Productive: Free hybrid classes are offered on the 2nd Tuesday of every month. Visit riseupcooperative.org or the RISE UP Facebook page. Contact Sandy Pricer [email protected] 423-708-5447 to take part in classes or to volunteer. Needs are:- Individuals with fundraising experience or interest- Volunteers to lead workshops at our various partner sites
- Those who enjoy writing and would like to write for our blog
- Individuals who like to entertain and would be interested in hosting Friend-raising events- St. Alexius Outreach Ministries, Inc. is the newest ministry of the Alexian Brothers serving vulnerable older adults experiencing isolation and loneliness. Volunteer opportunities include providing reassurance phone calls, delivery of emergency food boxes, packing of household goods, personal care products, and assisting in holiday celebrations. For further information and to serve alongside us, call 423-755-3446 or visit stalexiusoutreach.org
- St. Vincent de Paul Society - Our Basilica parish partners with the St. Vincent de Paul Society based at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. To assist with their work in supporting and visiting the poor, call 423-999-6332.
- Volunteers in Medicine - a primary care clinic providing services for Hamilton County residents (at least 90 days), age 19-64, who are uninsured and not covered other programs, and earn less than 200% of the poverty level. Visit clinic at 5705 Marlin Rd. (next to the Eastgate Library) and make an appointment for a screening, or apply online here.
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Featured Opportunities in our Parish
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News
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All women are invited to a retreat hosted by the Dominican Sisters at the Bethany House in Dickson, TN, Jan. 31 - Feb. 2, 2025. Gather with other women in this beautiful setting for a weekend of prayer, community, and silence to deepen your relationship with and encounter Our Lord. Click for registration details.Read More -
The CHATT Foundation, which supports the homeless in Chattanooga, is sponsoring their Grateful Gobbler Walk fundraiser on Thanksgiving Day. 100% of the proceeds support the Maclellan Shelter for Families. Click here for details on the race and how you can help. *** JOIN THE TEAM for the Basilica of Sts. Peter of Paul when registering at gratefulgobblerwalk.org ($15-$35). On race day, the Basilica team will gather near the starting point with a Basilica sign. *** Consider making a donation to support the shelter even if you can't make the walk.Read More -
The Tennessee Baptist Children’s Homes (TBCH) provides safe, loving homes and support for children in need across Tennessee, helping them thrive in a nurturing, Christ-centered environment. Adopt a child at TBCH through Dec. 12 by making a $100 or greater gift to provide them with 5-10 of their Christmas list wish items. Email: [email protected]. Visit riseupcooperative.org for more info.Read More -
One of our Basilica young mothers, Lauren Serio, has begun treatment for cancer. They discovered a mass on her brain, and also on her lungs and her spine. Lauren asks for prayer from the parish. She believes in the power of prayer and asks that all pray for God's will to be done. Click here for updates.Read More -
Our 2024-25 Annual Stewardship Appeal is to support the regular operation of our parish through Offertory giving. We are aiming for 100% participation in our Offertory by all parishioners. The pledge was conducted during Mass on October 26 & 27. (Click to view and submit the pledge on our Stewardship page at any time.) Thank you for your generous support for our parish.Read More -
Our Downtown Youth Ministry for 6th through 12th grade will kick off the year with a night at Coolidge Park on Wednesday, September 18 from 6-8pm! We will also meet Oct. 16, Nov. 13, and Dec. 11. In addition, the St. Jude Youth Group that we partner with is meeting Sundays from 6:30-8pm, and all 8th-12th graders are invited. Click to see the Youth Group page for details about our eventsRead More -
The Men's Discernment Group is for men who are interested in discerning if God is calling them to the priesthood. Hosted by Father Mark Schuster every fourth Saturday of the month at 9am in JPII conference room at the Chancery, starting Sept. 28, 2024. If you are interested, fill out the form (click here) or email [email protected]. There will be a Zoom option for those not in the Knoxville area. If you know someone who might have a calling, please invite them to this opportunity to discern God's call. Interest form: https://forms.office.com/r/CmSwudiVnfRead More -
We are seeking volunteers to join our multi-faceted Usher/Greeter ministry and our Sacristan ministry to prepare for Mass. Both ministries are vital to our parish and the celebration of the Mass. Click for details.Read More -
We are offering a Theology of the Body Read Along Class this school year for adults, led by Barb Kaine, based on Pope John Paul II's book, Man and Woman He Created Them. The Basilica will host classes Wed. mornings from 9am to 11am in Varallo Parish Hall. Our Lady of Perpetual Help parish will host Tues. evening classes from 6pm to 8pm. Classes begin September 17th & 18th, 2024. RSVP to [email protected].Read More -
Registration is now open for our RCIA & Mystagogia programs for Becoming Catholic, as well as Religious Education for preK through 12th grade; Youth Group for 6th through 12th grade; and Youth Schola for 2nd grade and up. *** PreK is full. *** VOLUNTEERS are needed in these programs in various roles. Click for more info.Read More -
We need to raise $500k this summer for an HVAC system and electrical updates to support our religious education programs. We will conduct a pledge drive at Mass on June 8 & 9. Donate through our Online Giving under the St. Dominic option, or by check or cash with the note “St. Dominic”. The first $100k donated will be matched by a generous Basilica family! Click for more informationRead More
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Events
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Saturday, December 7, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
The Knights of Columbus Council 610 invites all men to a day retreat Sat., December 7, from 8:30am-4:30pm at Our Lady of the Mount in Lookout Mountain, GA. Registration is $15, including breakfast and lunch. Register at KofC610.org/retreat or by emailing [email protected].Read More -
February 21 - February 23
SEARCH provides an opportunity to think, talk, question, and wonder about life and faith in an accepting and challenging environment. It is an opportunity to experience God and God’s family in a personal and real way. Click for details and registration.Read More
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Missions to Support
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The Little Sisters of Saint Francis Mother Kevin Foundation Inc.About the mission and how you can help
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VideoOur goal is to provide prayer and financial aid to the Little Sisters of Saint Francis. The Little Sisters mission is to reach out with compassion to the marginalized in the spirit of Saint Francis and Mother Kevin. In 1903 , six sisters arrived in Uganda, Africa to start their missionary work. Among them was Sister Mary Kevin who eventually rose to the position of Mother General. Mother Kevin founded the Religious Institute of the Little Sisters of Saint Francis. The Foundation has partnered with the Little Sisters of Saint Francis with the goal of helping them provide aid to the children of Africa. Jesus said, “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”
Contact Marvin and Lilian Scott, Basilica parishioners, for more information. -
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