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"Always pray and never give up" - Luke 18:1
"Again, I say to you, if two of you agree on earth about anything for which they are to pray, it shall be granted to them by my heavenly Father." - Matthew 18: 19 -
Suffering from COVID-19
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Please remember these people in your prayers, who are suffering from COVID-19 and ensuing complications:
- Martha Foster has been diagnosed with COVID-19. So far her symptoms are under control. She has received the monoclonal antibodies treatment. Please pray for her recovery.
- Patricia Carney was diagnosed with COVID-19 on Sept. 4 and entered the ICU at Erlanger Sept. 13. Update 9/17/21: Patricia's doctor says she is in rapid decline with COVID-19, as she considers whether to accept a ventilator treatment to help her survive. Patricia and her daughter Mary Beth ask for our prayers. A nurse with many years of child care experience, Patricia has recently accepted the position as one of our new Nursery attendants.
Here are a few updates on folks who suffered COVID-19 recently:
- Marc Aramian has had COVID-19 with flu-like symptoms and is recovering well. Marc is the lead volunteer implementing our new Hearing Assistance system. Thanks to those who have delivered meals and prayed for him.
- Kim Murfin - Our hardworking Basilica sound technician is now recovering from COVID-19 at home. He was admitted to the ER on August 26, followed by out-patient rehab. He was released on September 14 to complete his therapy at home over the next few weeks. Kim is grateful to have received the Anointing of the Sick. Please pray that his wife Sheila, who has COPD and limited access to medical care, will not contract the disease. They both appreciate the love and prayers poured out on their behalf at this time.
- Frank and Jerry Villegas are now mostly through COVID-19. Frank still has some cough and congestion. They have not had to be hospitalized. Thank you for your prayers.
- Janice, Andy, and Catherine Lynch have recovered from COVID-19 and are grateful for all the prayers.
- Dan Pacitti, our RCIA Director, and his family have had some COVID cases at home, thankfully not severe. They have recovered and are thankful for the prayers of fellow parishioners.
- + Euwell Lee Jones Jr., age 84 (father of Jennifer Jones Black) - Lee's health had deteriorated following COVID, when he was living out of state. Jennifer & John brought him home to live with them in Chattanooga and he improved. Euwell Lee Jones passed away peacefully with his family on September 10. Please pray for his soul and for the family. Read his obituary here.
- Andrew and Carol Bird (parents of Nathan Bird) - They have been recovering from COVID-19, and Carol had to return to the hospital again but is now home. Thank you for your prayers.
- Matt Cox (nephew of Patty Carson) - He is suffering pneumonia, blood clots, on a ventilator, and is unable to work to support his family. Here is a GoFundMe with more information.
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Pray for the Sick and Suffering in our Parish
Angel Alicea,
Marc Aramian,
Marie Awad,
Aaron Berry,
Bieszad Family,
Mary Brewer,
Keely Briggs,
Patricia Carney,
Jim Chadwell,
Maureen Cliche,
Matt Cox,
Marion Davis,
Elaine Dotson,
Madeline Eve Doyal,
Jay and Omar Duggan,
Kent Dungan,
Ryan Elverd,
Richard Fleming,
Martha Foster,
Lori Fountain,
Fr. Bertin Glennon,
James Virgil & Johnnie Gomez,
Bernadette Gordier,
Ruby Hearon,
Betty Hogan,
Anita Holcomb,
Jacob Holub,
Ann Hunter,
Charles Johnson,
Felicia King,
Jackey King,
Sabrina Lochamy,
Blake Mondie,
Jeff Moore,
Simon Anthony Moss,
Kim Murfin,
Denise Nelligan,
Heidy Maily Perez Garcia & Family,
Charlene Reynolds,
Jan Rodriguez,
Phyllis Raymer,
Cardinal Rigali,
Marsha Salter,
Sebastian Serio,
Daniel Sharkey,
Joseph Shramko,
Jim Stewart,
John Anthony Street,
Sidney Tarver,
Jeff Terrell,
Lisa Tranum,
Lorelei Truett,
Marie Turner,
Frank Villegas,
Terri Ward,
Elizabeth Wilhoit,
James Waters,
Jim & Barbara WrightTo add a parishioner to the prayer list, contact the parish office. Help us keep this list up-to-date by contacting the parish office when the circumstances change.
To help with our ministry of sending cards to those on our prayer list, please contact the parish office.
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News and Updates
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The Basilica parish family asks your prayers for 14-year-old Lorelei Truett, daughter of Lance and Ashley Truett. Lorelei was diagnosed with leukemia on April 27, 2021. After receiving the sacramental Anointing of the Sick, she began chemotherapy treatment on April 28 at T. C. Thompson Children’s Hospital at Erlanger. After three month-long difficult treatments, she will have a biopsy on September 22 to see if she is in remission and can proceed to have a bone marrow transplant. We are posting updates and needs here. (Click to read more.)Read More -
Patricia Carney was diagnosed with COVID-19 on Sept. 4 and entered the ICU at Erlanger East on Sept. 13. She was moved to the main Erlanger hospital. [Update 9/17/21: Patricia's doctor says she is in rapid decline, as she considers whether to accept a ventilator treatment to help her survive.] Patricia and her daughter Mary Beth have asked for our prayers. A nurse with many years of child care experience, Patricia has recently accepted the position as one of our new Nursery attendants but has not had a chance to begin serving.Read More -
Daniel Sharkey is a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 610 and has voluntered 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 -
Christopher Nelligan, 19, passed away at home in his sleep on Thursday, March 11, 2021. Christopher was born on January 15, 2002, to James and Denise Nelligan. Please pray for the repose of Christopher's soul. UPDATED 9/16/21: ALSO PLEASE PRAY FOR DENISE, as she is struggling with another personal situation.Read More -
Our hardworking Basilica sound technician, Mr. Kim Murfin, became extremely sick with COVID-19 and was admitted to the ER on August 26. After being on oxygen for several days, he was moved to Encompass Rehab Center, and on September 14 he was sent home to complete his therapy. He is grateful to have received the Anointing of the Sick and all the prayers. Please also pray that his wife Sheila, who has COPD, will not contract the disease.Read More -
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Doris June "Peggy" Ramseur, long-time member of Sts. Peter and Paul and the former St. Francis parish of Chattanooga, who died on Sept. 1 at the age of 88 following a battle with COVID-19 and other medical problems. Her funeral Mass will be at the Basilica on Monday, Sept. 13, at 2pm. Click to read her obituary.Read More -
22-year-old Humberto Diaz Perez, Basilica parishioner and graduate of Howard High School, passed away on September 6. His family has been active at the Basilica for years. Humberto's funeral Mass will be at the Basilica in Spanish on Saturday, September 11, at 1pm. May his soul rest in peace.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 in February and is working with a specialist. He prays for relief, in the hope to return to ministry at the Basilica. *** Also, Frank Villegas and his wife Jerry are both suffering from COVID-19. They have not had to be hospitalized. Please pray that their symptoms will remain under control as the virus runs its course. Click for updates and suggested prayers for Frank.Read More -
Young Keely Jochym Briggs, daughter of Bill Jochym and mother of two-year-old Jack, is currently hospitalized in Atlanta with a severely painful bout of ulcerative colitis and a C-diff infection. (Updated 9/8: Keely is home from the hospital and with her family!) Please pray for relief and healing for Keely and that she can remain with her son. Click to learn more about the trials Keely has suffered over the past year.Read More -
David Lawrence Rack, a long-time Basilica parishioner who had moved to Alexian Village, died on August 13. David served in the U. S. Air Force during the Vietnam war, then as an FBI agent, and an investigator at Unum. David also sang in the Choo Choo Chorus. The family is having a private funeral and burial, due to COVID-19. Please pray for the repose of David's soul. Click to read David's full obituary and watch a tribute video.Read More -
The Bieszad family of eight has been in a crisis situation, the children having been removed from their home due to repairs and improvements needed in their home. As of August 12, the children were allowed to return home! They are in a 90-day probationary period that will end in mid-November. They appreciate all the prayers, donations, labor, and community support, which have allowed them to be reunited more quickly. Click to learn more about their story.Read More -
Joseph Shramko, a teen in our parish and an NDHS student, suffered a serious fall on April 8. He has begun a lengthy healing process from several brain injuries and now undergoing intense rehabilitation at Shepherd Center in Atlanta. The Shramkos are praying for Joseph's full functional recovery, and they are asking for our prayers especially through the intercession of Fr. Patrick Ryan. They have set up a Caring Bridge site to share updates and needs. Click for updates, ways to help, and to access Joseph's Caring Bridge site.Read More -
Parishioner Jim Stewart suffered a serious bike accident before Easter that resulted in a head injury and required a hip replacement. He has completed his rehab in Atlanta and is finally back in Chattanooga! His family has set up a Caring Bridge site to assist us in following his recovery and communicating support and encouragement to him. Please pray for Jim Stewart. Click for more info and to access the Caring Bridge site.Read More
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Jesus, I trust in You.
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The Answer to Prayers
“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks, receives; and the one who seeks, finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened. Which one of you would hand his son a stone when he asks for a loaf of bread, or a snake when he asks for a fish? If you then, who are wicked, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give good things to those who ask him."
- Matthew 7: 7-11
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