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Candlemas /The Presentation of the LordPhotos from Feb. 2, 2021
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A Year of St. Joseph
FEBRUARY – Joseph Most ChasteClick to read Fr. Carter's invitation to devotion to St. Joseph, Pope Francis' decree "With a Father's Heart", the graces and indulgences offered during this year, and many resources for devotion to St. Joseph.
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Under One Roof Campaign
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Lent, Holy Week, and Easter 2021
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Rules for Fasting and Abstinence during Lent (USCCB)
Stations of the Cross
Fridays at 5:30pm during Lent
Video of our Stations of the Cross coming soon...
Because of coronavirus, we are not able to re-use printed programs each week. We are providing this booklet online and in print. If you would like to use a printed booklet provided at the entrance, we encourage you to take it home and bring it back next time.
Sister Anna Marie McGuan, RSM, offers guidance for your Lenten preparation
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During this time of much social division, our parish has compiled resources on Catholic Social Teaching to help Catholics to faithfully and prayerfully respond. Our latest addition to this page includes this enlightening interview about Helping the Poor in Our Community, with Dr. Jimmy Turner of Chattanooga Community Kitchen:
Catholic Social Teaching
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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.
Fr. Carter's 2020 State of the Parish Address was live-streamed on Nov. 4, 2020:
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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, DYM Youth Group, Jubilate Deo Youth Schola, and American Heritage Girls offer additional classes and enrichment 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.
- We have added a Catholic Social Teaching resource page with opportunities for you to get involved in faithful study and prayerful action on the many important social issues of our day.
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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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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, including Parish Ministry Updates. Also explore the Ministries menu on our website to find current opportunities for ministry and service.
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Tuesday, December 8
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.Read More -
February 21 - February 28
An opportunity for almsgiving during Lent, to benefit women in our community who need prenatal and parenting support. Pick up an empty baby bottle at the Basilica the weekend of Feb. 20-21. Return the baby bottle to the vestibule the weekend of Feb. 27-28, filled with your cash or check donation. Click for more information and volunteer opportunities.Read More -
February 26 - February 28
Does your marriage give glory to God? Learn how to let your Sacrament shine on an upcoming virtual Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend on Feb 26-28 or Apr 23-25.Read More -
February 26, 7:00 PM - February 28, 12:00 PM
Diocese of Knoxville Office of Youth Ministry is hosting a GIRLS retreat on Feb. 26-28 at the Christ Prince of Peace Center in Benton. Mark your calendars and register now, as space is limited!Read More -
March 1 - March 2
Our Lenten Journey from Passion to Resurrection: The Life and Ministry of Jesus in Mark’s Gospel - This Lenten Parish Mission, led by Fr. Felix Just, SJ, PhD, is being offered as a virtual retreat, in partnership with OLPH. It will be held over two evenings, Monday and Tuesday, March 1 and 2, from 7pm-9pm. There is no charge to participate, and you are welcome to invite friends and family. Click for more information and link to join the Zoom meeting.Read More -
Monday, March 1, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
LaPaz y HomeSource presentan un programa de finanzas: Capacidad Financiera: ESTABLECE TUS METAS FINANCIERAS Y CREA TU PLAN DE ACCIÓN! Clases en Zoom 4 semanas de lunes 1 de marzo 6pm-7:30pm $35Read More -
Thursday, March 4, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
LaPaz presenta Cuando me miro, ¿a quién veo? TALLER VIVENCIAL DE MUJERES El papel de la mujer a lo largo de la historia ha ido cambiado y evolucionando, en nuestra sociedad actual la mujer ejerce muchos roles: Es madre. Esposa, ama de casa de casa, profesionista, emprendedora, hija, amiga, pero en ocasiones se olvida de lo más importante: Su SER MUJER y todo lo que ellos implica. Costo del taller: $30 / 4 Semanas: Jueves 4, 11, 18, y 25 de marzo de 5-8 pm. Inscripciones hasta el 25 de febreroRead More -
Friday, March 5, 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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.Read More
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SPEAK FOR LIFE! The Greater Chattanooga Right to Life 2021 Oratory Contest for high school students will be held March 27. This event involves researching, writing, and presenting a short speech. Entries must be received by March 23rd. The competition offers cash prizes and a chance to compete at the state and national level. Click for details.Read More -
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.Read More -
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.Read More
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During Lent, we will offer Friday Adoration and Stations of the Cross, a virtual Lenten Parish Mission March 1 & 2, a penance service on March 15, and a food drive/collection in conjunction with the Solemnity of St. Joseph. The CSO will be offering concerts Palm Sunday weekend. We have made special accommodations to support the need for social distancing during Holy Week, and we plan to live-stream all the Holy Week liturgies. Click to see the calendar for details.Read More -
The traditional Ember Days of fasting for Lent 2021 are Wed., Fri., and Sat., Feb. 24, 26, and 27. While a fast is not obligatory on these days, it can be a worthy and traditional spiritual practice to fast or abstain in some way on these days. See https://www.fisheaters.com/emberdays.htmlRead More -
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.Read More -
Looking for a Catholic homeschool experience with like-minded families? St. Ambrose Catholic Homeschool Co-op, meeting in person on Fridays from 8:30 to 11:45 a.m. at the Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul in downtown Chattanooga, will take registrations March 1 through June 15 for the 2021-22 school year. Classes begin August 20 for nursery-aged children through high schoolers. Classes offered include Latin, Spanish, Theology, History, Geography, and Science. Details and registration forms are posted on the Homeschool Co-Op page of the Basilica website (Click here.)Read More -
On Jan. 12, 2021, Fr. Carter interviewed Dr. Jimmy Turner, Basilica parishioner and Chief Operations Officer of Chattanooga Community Kitchen. Dr. Turner talks about the causes of homelessness, ways you can best help the poor, the Chattanooga Community Kitchen, other agencies that provide a support network, and even answers the question about how to answer honestly when you are asked for cash. The full transcript of the interview can be found on the Basilica’s website along with Fr. Carter’s Pastor’s Notes for Jan. 24, Jan. 31, and Feb. 6, 2021, accessible at stspeterandpaulbasilica.com/pastors-notesRead More -
We have developed a Frequently Asked Questions document to adress questions that have come up about the Under One Roof Campaign. We urge you to review this FAQ document carefully. It is our goal to make sure that everyone is well informed about the projects we are undertaking and how important they are to the future of the Basilica.Read More
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Gift Book about Prayer from the Basilica
We have a special gift for you: a new book about prayer by Dynamic Catholic. It is a short but powerful read that can help you jump start your prayer life. Thanks to the generous donations of a few of our parishioners, we are able to give a copy of this book to each household. Please pick up a copy for yourself, and take a couple of extras to share with friends.
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Photos and Memories
Photos on our Flickr site Photos on our website
More Memories (scroll):- News story/video 2/17/21: Ash Wednesday during a pandemic: Catholic priests to avoid direct contact this year | WTVC (newschannel9.com)
- Photos from 2/2/21 Candlemas/Presentation of the Lord Mass
- Christmas Masses carries on during a pandemic - WDEF Channel 12 story at the Basilica, by Danielle Moss
- Photos from Our Lady of Guadalupe Spanish Confirmation Mass 12/12/20
- Photos from All Souls Day Mass at Mount Olivet 11/2/20
- 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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