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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.

Throughout Lent, Knights of Columbus Council 610 will be collecting monetary donations as well as food for Chattanooga Community Kitchen. The Knights of Columbus will match $100 for every $500 Council 610 raises as part of our Food for Families program. Click for more information and to donate.

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.

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.

A traditional St. Joseph Table will be erected in the Basilica vestibule Friday, March 19, through Sunday, March 21. Please bring food and monetary donations for the poor, which the Knights of Columbus Council 610 are collecting this Lent for the Chattanooga Community Kitchen. Click for more information.