November is Black Catholic History Month. The tradition began in 1990 when, inspired by the Feast of St. Martin de Porres (this Monday, Nov. 3) and the birthday of St. Augustine, the U.S. National Black Clergy Caucus designated November for the celebration of the history and heritage of Black Catholics.While the two Saints previously mentioned …
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NOV 25 Birth and Anniv
Tennessee Bishops’ Statement on Protecting SNAP Benefits in Tennessee
Two Seminarians Installed into the Ministry of Acolyte at Notre Dame Seminary
Congratulations and many prayers during our Diocesan Vocations Awareness Week to two wonderful Seminarians Andrew Elkins and Vinicius Botelho de Oliveira, from our Diocese, who were recently installed into the Ministry of Acolyte at Notre Dame Seminary, New Orleans. The Ministry of Acolyte is the final Ministry before Seminarians are ordained to the Diaconate. In …
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Marriage Retreat at Catholic Church of the Resurrection
All couples across our Diocese are invited to an amazing Couples Retreat! Ministerio Valentino will have its first Marriage Retreat in English on Saturday, November 15, from 8:00am-5:00pm, at our beautiful Catholic Church of the Resurrection, 5474 Newberry Avenue, Memphis. Father Robbie Favazza, Pastor, will direct the Retreat.Please see the informative flyer below for many …
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Diocesan Vocations Week
Our Diocesan Vocations Awareness Week begins today, Sunday, October 26, through next Saturday, November 1, on All Saints Day. Let’s take a moment to hear from Bishop David P. Talley in the following video link about the importance of the Week: https://vimeo.com/1129939953. Let us always pray for our Priests, Deacons, Seminarians, Religious Brothers & Sisters, …
All Souls Mass at Historic Calvary Catholic Cemetery
All are invited with family members, friends, and many more! On Sunday, November 2, the Catholic Church will celebrate All Souls Day, also known as the Commemoration of the Faithful Departed. On this day, the faithful gather to pray for the deceased, most especially those Souls in purgatory who are being prepared for eternal life …
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Walk in the Footsteps of St. Paul with Bishop Talley & Monsignor Marvin Borger
All are invited so sign-up today! Join Bishop David P. Talley and Monsignor Marvin Borger for an amazing Pilgrimage to Turkey and Greece, September 5-19, 2026. Walk in the steps of Saint Paul and discover the Seven Churches of the Book of Revelation. Please click on the following links to learn much more about the …
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Walk in the Footsteps of Pope St. John Paul II with John Edwards and Fr. Kacper Wojcieszko
All are invited! Join John Edwards and Father Kacper Wojcieszko as they “Walk in the Footsteps of Pope St. John Paul II” through Poland, June 16-25, 2026. As many know, Father Kacper is originally from Poland, which makes this a wonderful opportunity to visit the area with someone who has a great love and knowledge …
Bishop Talley Video on The Red Mass, Saturday, Oct. 25
All are invited with family, friends, and many more to The Red Mass tomorrow evening, Saturday, October 25, 5:00pm, at our magnificent and historic Mother Church, The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 1695 Central Ave., Memphis. Bishop David P. Talley will be the Celebrant for The Red Mass. Let’s take a moment to hear from …
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