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+ Lorelei Truett passed away Dec. 2, 2021
Basilica parishioner, Lorelei Truett, daughter of Lance and Ashley Truett, passed away on Dec. 2, 2021, at the age of 14, after a seven-month battle with leukemia that was diagnosed on April 27, 2021. Let us surround her family with our prayers. May Lorelei rest in peace. May her soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Funeral arrangements will be made known at a later time. (Click to read more about Lorelei's story.)
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Our NURSERY will be open December 5!
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2021 State of the Parish Address: Evangelization Is Invitation
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A Year of St. Joseph
NOVEMBER – Joseph, Patron of Dying and Solace of the Afflicted
St. Joseph prayers and devotions
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Pro-Life Ministry
Help keep Chattanooga pro-life!- PRAY for the cause of life.
- SIGN the petition to stop Planned Parenthood from expanding to Chattanooga, and help us collect signatures.
- Sign the Petition to the Hamilton County School Board
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Under One Roof Case Statement
Thanks to all who have already begun making your donations to the Under One Roof campaign! We are relying on your donations to pay for the roof work that will be starting soon. We invite you to set up regular payments through our Online Giving.
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Annual Stewardship Appeal
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Introducing Dcn. Joe & Sherry Hartz
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All Saints Day
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2021 All Souls Day Mass at Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery
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All Souls Blessing of Luminaries
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Pray for +Dcn. Tom McConnell, who died in his sleep
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Dcn. Tom McConnell. He died at home peacefully in his sleep the morning of Sept. 28 at the age of 75. Please pray for the repose of his soul, especially the Divine Mercy Chaplet. Please remember Dcn. Tom’s wife Brenda and his family in your prayers.
OBITUARY of Dcn. Tom McConnell (3/14/1946 - 9/28/2021)
HOMILY at Dcn. Tom McConnell's Funeral - by Fr. David Carter (READ)
VIDEO of Dcn. Tom McConnell's Funeral
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- Adults and families who are exploring conversion to Catholicism are invited to attend our RCIA program for Becoming Catholic. Classes meet Sundays 10:150am-11:15am on the kitchen side of Varallo Parish Hall
- 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 (2nd grade), and Confirmation (6th grade). Online registration is available on that page. Classes meet 10:15am to 11:15am in the RE Building. Parents must drop off their children. All grades are encouraged to attend. Particularly, if you have a child who is of age to receive the Sacraments, please sign your child up for our RE program to prepare. Our Youth Group is a complement to our RE classes, for those in grades 6-12.
- The Deacon's Table, led by Dcn. Tom McConnell, offers an opportunity for Adult Faith Formation. Classes meet Sundays 10:15am-11:15am on the far-end partition of Varallo Parish Hall.
- The Nursery will be open (provided staff are available) during these 10:15am-11:15am classes, to care for your pre-school-aged children! (Of course, ages 3 and up are also welcome to join our RE program!)
- 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.
- 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 havea 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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During this time of much social division, our parish has compiled resources on Catholic Social Teaching to help Catholics to faithfully and prayerfully respond. A recent 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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See our Mass & Prayer Schedule/Resources page for more information including a video Introduction to the Extraordinary Form by Fr. Carter.
Motu proprio "Traditionis custodes" and the Latin Mass
Pope Francis's motu proprio, Traditionis custodes, issued July 16, 2021, places limitations on the celebration of the Traditional Latin Mass. At this time, The Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul will continue to offer the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite at 11:30am on Sundays, under the following condition noted by Bishop Stika:
"With the express provision that those attached to this more ancient form re-affirm their submission to the Roman Pontiff, the full teachings of the Second Vatican Council and the validity and liceity of the post-conciliar reforms of the liturgy, I wish to offer the opportunity for this liturgy to continue in the Diocese of Knoxville."
- Most. Rev. Richard F. Stika, Bishop of Knoxville (July 21, 2021)
Read Bishop Stika's letter, Pope Francis' documents, and Fr. Carter's July 18 homily here.
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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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The Basilica is seeking adults aged 18 and up with experience caring for pre-school-aged children to attend the nursery on Sundays from 8:45am to 1:00pm, for $45/Sunday. Reliable attendance is expected on a rotation to include most Sundays and occasional special events. Practicing Catholics preferred. Safe Environment training and background check required. Interested candidates should email admin@stspeterandpaulbasilica.com. *** We are also looking for a safe small crib and a swing in good condition for our nursery. Donations appreciated! ***Read More -
The Chattanooga Area Food Bank needs help! Please bring food donations to the Basilica vestibule. Right now, the most needed food items are proteins, rice, beans, stuffing, soups, and anything easy to open and microwavable. They also need cash gifts. The same dollar this year buys 25% less food than last year. They also need volunteers to sort and pack food. Click here for more information, or call the Chattanooga area Food Bank at 423-622-1800.Read More -
Having trouble hearing the homily? We now have hearing assistance available through listening devices or through your smartphone, with the “Listen Everywhere” app. Look for the “Assisted Hearing” display in the vestibule. We are looking for volunteers to help us get these devices and the app to people at Mass. Click for details.Read More -
14-year-old Basilica parishioner, Lorelei Truett, daughter of Lance and Ashley Truett, passed away on Dec. 2, 2021, after a seven-month battle with leukemia that was diagnosed on April 27, 2021. Let us surround her family with our prayers. May Lorelei rest in peace. May her soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Funeral arrangements will be made known at a later time. (Click to read more about Lorelei's story.)Read More -
Please pray for the repose of the soul of +Marie Josephine Awad, 95, of Chattanooga, TN, who passed on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021. Marie had a passion for the arts and travel and worked in advertising and retail sales with Miller Brothers, Proffitt's, Loveman's and Belk. She was a member of The Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul and secretary of the Latin Club and English Club as part of the NDHS Class of 1944. Family will receive friends on Friday, Nov. 12 from 1-2pm at The Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul. A Rosary will be prayed for Marie at 1:30pm. Funeral Mass will follow at 2pm.Read More -
Daniel Sharkey is a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 610 and has volunteered as an Usher/Greeter for many years. Daniel suffers from diabetes and related complications, as well as ministrokes, that have limited his activities and mobility. Daniel would appreciate prayers, calls, and visits. Click to read more.Read More -
Memorial Mass 7am Nov. 11 at the Basilica for +Therese Catherine Giles Paullus, who died Sept. 6, 2021 at the age of 93. Therese had attended Sts. Peter and Paul her whole life until moving to CA more than 20 years ago. She was a former student of the "Old Notre Dame" school. Her grandparents lived in their house at the corner of Houston and 8th, and her great-grandfather was a brick mason who helped to build Sts. Peter and Paul. All are welcome to attend the Mass and pray for Therese's soul. Click to read her obituary.Read More -
Travel to the Holy Land, Greece and Turkey with Deacon Gaspar De Gaetano from April 25-May 10, 2022. Click for tour information and reservations.Read More -
Our 2021-22 Annual Stewardship Appeal is beginning. This appeal is to support the regular operation of our parish through Offertory giving. It is separate from the Under One Roof campaign to replace our aging roof and heating & air conditioner systems. We are aiming for 100% participation in our Offertory by all parishioners.The pledge will be conducted during Mass on October 23 & 24 (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 -
+ Gustavo Espino Serano murió 16 de octubre 2021 de complicaciones de la diabtes, a la edad de 52 años. Participó en la Basílica, así como St. Stephen y OLPH. *** +Gustavo Espino Serano died Oct. 16, 2021, of complications from diabetes, at the age of 52. He participated at the Basilica, St. Stephen, and OLPH. Visitation Friday, Oct. 22 from 4-8pm/Vigil Service at 7:15pm. Lane Funeral Home, 601 Ashland Terrace, Chattanooga, TN 37415. May he rest in peace. Descanse en paz.Read More -
Support the school of your choice and the regional Catholic Schools Tuition Assistance Funds to help qualifying families! The Basilica partners with Notre Dame High School. Click here to buy tickets for the NDHS raffle: https://www.myndhs.com/support/raffle, or go to any Dio Knox Catholic school’s website to buy tickets online. $10 each to win 1 of 16 prizes, with a $5,000 cash prize! Ticket sales up to Dec. 28. Drawing will be held on Jan. 11, 2022.Read More -
María Juan Tomas-Manuel, de 76 años, de East Ridge, Tennessee, falleció el miércoles 13 de octubre de 2021 después de luchar contra el cáncer. D. E. P. Haga clic para ver los arreglos funerarios. ****** Maria Juan Tomas-Manuel, age 76, passed away on Wednesday, October 13, 2021, after a short battle with liver cancer. May she rest in peace. Click for funeral arrangements.Read More -
Please pray for 7-year-old Hannah Stradley, the youngest child of Michael and Danielle Stradley (formerly our parish DRE's). It looks as if she has developed Type 1 diabetes. She is responding well to treatment and is now home. It seems it was caught soon enough and she’s not having any of the more concerning problems. Please pray for her and her family as they navigate the steps ahead with diabetes.Read More -
Frank Villegas recently returned to the Catholic Church, along with his wife Jerry, a new convert, and he immediately became active in our parish, especially as an altar server. Frank began suffering from debilitating headaches, tinnitus, and memory difficulties in February and is working with a specialist here and awaiting consultation with a doctor in Florida or in Switzerland. Both doctors are backed up because of the pandemic. Please pray for grace and strength to withstand the suffering and the difficult wait for help, in the hope of returning to ministry at the Basilica. Frank would appreciate some direct contact from fellow parishioners as he is really struggling. Please contact him (click for more info) if you would like to offer some spiritual support.Read More -
We are happy to announce that The Deacon’s Table, which was founded by Dcn. Tom McConnell and his wife Brenda, will start back Sunday, October 24th. Brenda McConnell will be leading the group, and she is looking forward to continuing this ministry that they started together. Classes will meet Sundays at 10:15am in Varallo Parish Hall, as they did before.Read More
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Updates
Safe Environment Update (9/21/21)
Accompanying Our Children While on Campus
Children must be accompanied by a PARENT or ADULT guardian at all times while on the Basilica campus. This includes every visit to the restroom, the nursery, the parking lot, the sidewalk, and even walking to class and leaving class.
Read the full notice hereCOVID-19 Update
With the current rise in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations affecting all ages and even within our parish family, we want to remind you to stay home if you are not feeling well. There are currently no mandates in effect for Mass, but everyone is encouraged to show respect to one another and discern the safety precautions best for your situation – such as social distancing, wearing masks, and/or taking the vaccine. Fr. Carter has written a Pastor’s Notes on August 22, 2021, explaining that the choice to take the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine is morally sound and should be voluntary. The clergy will also resume wearing a mask at Communion time.
Bishop Stika Restored the Mass Obligation May 22, 2021
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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.Read More -
November 1 - December 31
Each year, the Chattanooga Community Kitchen asks our community to support the Kitchen's activities by fasting for a meal, a day or a week between September and December and donating the cost to the Community Kitchen. Click to learn more.Read More -
November 28, 9:00 AM - December 5, 12:30 PM
Our NURSERY will be open the next two Sundays (Nov. 28 & Dec. 5) during the 9:00 and 11:30 Masses! You are invited to bring your small children to the nursery during Mass or between the Masses if this would be helpful to you. The nursery is located at the end of the hall, near the elevator. We are still looking for regular nursery staff (a paid position) following Dec. 5. If you know someone who can help, please have them contact our parish office!Read More -
December 3 - December 5
SEARCH helps Catholic high school juniors and seniors take a fresh look at their own faith journey, reflecting on their place within their families, schools, parishes and community as a disciple of Christ. The main focus of the retreat is three fold: Motivating the youth to seek a personal relationship with Christ. Getting young people involved with their respective parishes. Promoting leadership. Cost: $85 REGISTER BY MONDAY, NOV. 15. - however, we understand they may accept late registrations! Click for details.Read More -
Friday, December 3, 12:30 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 -
December 4 - December 5
Our American Heritage Girls troop will be selling handmade Christmas cards. You can order from an AHG member after Mass on Nov. 20 & 21, or after that time, while supplies last. Contact ahgchattanooga@gmail.com for more information.Read More -
Saturday, December 4, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
On Sat., Dec. 4, one of our altar servers and Newman Center students, Jimmie Callebs, is getting married to Sara Grossheim. They are inviting all parishioners to attend their solemn high wedding Mass at 2 pm here at the Basilica.Read More -
Wednesday, December 8
Wednesday, December 8th, is the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception and is a Holy Day of Obligation. We will have a spoken English Mass at 7am, a sung English Mass at 12pm, and a multilingual Mass at 6:30pm on Wednesday.Read More -
December 9 - December 10
The Roueche Chorale's presentation of the Candlelight Service of Lessons & Carols 2021 at Christ United Methodist Church, 8645 E. Brainerd Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421 on Thurs., Dec. 9 and Fri., Dec. 10 at 7pm. (Prelude begins at 6:40pm both days.) To be assured of getting good seating, it's politely recommended to arrive 30-45 min in advance!Read More -
Saturday, December 11, 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM
Come hear the beautiful sounds of Rachmaninoff, Tchaikovsky, Chopin, 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 some of Fr. Valentin's past piano recitals.Read More -
Saturday, December 18, 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM
UNDERGROUND CHRISTMAS at St Jude Church on Sat., Dec 18 from 6:30 – 11pm. All youth grades 5-8 are invited to this popular, fun-filled, night that fosters a greater compassion for disciples of Jesus facing persecution and appreciation for the freedom to worship. Cost is $25. Registration closes Dec. 5. Click for details and registration.Read More -
Sunday, December 19, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Catholic Motherhood group is now meeting on the third Sunday of the month from 6-8pm. All mothers are welcome! Our social is currently planned for Las Margaritas Mexican Restaurant, 1101 Hixson Pike, Chattanooga, TN 37405 Please share the word via a call or text if you know someone is planning on attending.Read More
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Fr. Patrick Ryan Transposition & Re-entombment July 31
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Photos, Stories, and Memories
Photos on our Flickr site Photos on our website
Photos from Holy Week 2021
More Memories (scroll):
- Photos from 11/2/21 All Souls Blessing of Luminaries
- Photos from 11/2/21 All Souls Day Mass at Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery
- Photos from 11/1/21 All Saints Day Mass
- Photos from Aug 2021 Vacation Bible School: Go to Joseph!
- Photos from July 2021 Fr. Patrick Ryan Exhumation and Transfer to the Basilica
- Photos from 6/6/21 Corpus Christi Procession by Robin Rudd
- Photos from 6/6/21 First Holy Communion on Corpus Christi by Robin Rudd
- More photos from 6/6/21 Corpus Christi Procession by Hispanic Community
- Photos from 5/9/21 May Crowning by Robin Rudd
- Photos from Holy Week 2021 by Robin Rudd and others
- Photos from 4/17/21 Piano Recital by Fr. Valentin Iurochkin, by Joshua Wilty
- News story/video 3/24/21: Pro-Life supporters gather after concerns over Planned Parenthood - WDEF Channel 12
- Photos from 3/19/21 Blessing of St. Joseph Table
- Photos from 3/5/21 Stations of the Cross
- New story/video 3/3/21: Diocese of Knoxville advises against Johnson & Johnson vaccine due to fetal stem cell | WTVC (newschannel9.com)
- 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
- News story 4/8/21: Catholic priest blesses, encourages Chattanooga's faithful at their homes during coronavirus pandemic - Chattanooga Times-Free Press, by Wyatt Massey - VIEW PHOTOS
- 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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Fr. David Carter 16th Anniversary of Priesthood on July 1, 2021
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Congratulations to Fr. David Carter on July 1 on the 16th Anniversary of his Ordination to the Holy Priesthood in 2005. In thanksgiving, above is a video highlighting the fruitfulness of Fr. Carter's 16th year as a priest, a challenging yet abundant year of his ministry at the Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul while starting the new Tribunal for the Diocese, as we returned to public Masses during the coronavirus pandemic but were not yet able to gather for regular social events.
Father in heaven, we are grateful for the many blessings of this good man who brings us Your holy sacraments of salvation. Bless and multiply Fr. Carter's ministry so that Your Church will multiply for Your glory and for our salvation. We praise you and thank you for the gift of Fr. Carter and for his 16 years of service, and we ask You to bless us with many more years with our beloved priest.
Ad multos annos!
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Corpus Christi and First Holy Communion June 6, 2021
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Photos by Robin Rudd
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May Crowning - May 9, 2021
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Piano Recital by Fr. Valentin 4/17/21
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