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Married and Engaged Ministry
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If you are married or engaged, this ministry is for you, and there are a number of ways you can participate.
- Join the "Basilica Married and Engaged Ministry" group on Facebook to keep up with current events.
- We are planning in-person social gatherings this summer instead of our weekly Zoom meetings.
- We are taking a break from our weekly Tuesday Zoom meetings, but here is the link for future reference:
- Ladies-Mondays 8pm
- Men-Tuesdays 8pm
- Same Zoom link for all meetings.
- Participate in stimulating discussions on parenting, Catholic life, and life in general.
- Share in discussing thought-provoking Podcasts and other useful resources for couples that we share via our Facebook group. (Find samples on this page.)
- Date nights, potlucks & other social events, forming profound friendships that will last a lifetime.
There is no age limit to join. All engaged and married couples are welcome. We look forward to seeing you!
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Above are just a few samplings of what our ministry has to offer.
For more information, contact:
Katie & Nathan Bird at birdkatiec@gmail.com
Amelia & Doug Weissman at amelia.smith4815@gmail.com
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Events
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Saturday, October 23, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Catholic Chatt Young Adults will be having a Trivia Night on Saturday, October 23, from 7-9pm at the Knights of Columbus Hall (313 Sylvan St.). Think you have what it takes to win Catholic Trivia with a twist? Join us IN PERSON for a night of fun. A prize will be awarded to the winning team! Salsa & chips provided. BYOB. Invite ALL your friends and hope to see you soon!Read More -
November 5 - November 7
“Blessed are those who hear the word of God and observe it.” Find out how to live your Sacrament to the fullest on the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience on Nov 5-7. This will be an in-person experience, and spots are limited! Click for more info.Read More -
Saturday, November 6, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
You are invited to the 10th Annual Sacred Heart Congress on November 6, 2021, from 9am to 12pm. The event is being held in St Paul, Westerville Ohio, but a livestream option is also available. Register at WelcomeHisHeart.com. You can also order a Sacred Heart Enthronement kit for you to enthrone Jesus’ heart in your home. Click for more information.Read More -
Saturday, November 20, 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Ready Your Home, Ready Your Heart on Nov. 20 , 9:30 am -3 pm Explore how we can best live out the upcoming liturgical season of waiting, both spiritually and at home. Meeting in the Msgr. Mankel Room in the Diocese of Knoxville Chancery at 805 S. Northshore Drive, Knoxville, TN 37919. $10 donation (includes lunch) will be collected at the door. Click to register at: advent2021.eventbrite.com by Nov. 18. Contact Paola Wolaver: pwolaver@dioknox.org for more infoRead More
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News
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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 -
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 -
Our Downtown Youth Ministry for 6th-12th graders is transitioning to new leadership. Kalista Bartee, who is expecting her fifth child, is passing the torch to Jenny Haug. The Youth Group continues to meet Wednesdays from 6-8pm in Varallo Parish Hall. Click here to find out more.Read More -
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 -
In the spirit of the Visitation, would you consider bringing the joy of the Real Presence of Jesus to the homebound or hospital-bound? Training will be provided for current Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and those who are not yet enlisted as Extraordinary Ministers. Contact Dcn. Gaspar DeGaetano to join the Blessed Virgin Mary Visitation Guild in this mission of mercy. Click for details.Read More
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