Just before National Catholic Schools Week 2025 came to a close this past weekend, Dr. Chris Fay, President, Catholic Schools of Memphis, spoke with Ditch and Tim Van Horn on Memphis Morning News 98.9, Friday, January 31, about school choice and other school topics. Please take a few minutes to listen to the informative interview …
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The Tennessee Catholic Conference celebrates the passage of the Education Freedom Act of 2025 as a significant step forward in advancing educational opportunities for all students across our state. This landmark legislation reflects our shared commitment to ensuring families that every child, regardless of background, has access to an education that nurtures their potential and …
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February is Black History Month. An ongoing engagement with history is vital to help give context to the present. Black History Month was created in February 1926 by Carter G. Woodson, known as the Father of Black History. February was chosen by Woodson for the week-long observance—as it coincides with the birthdates of President Abraham …
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As we begin this New Year, I invite you to reflect on the profound mission entrusted to us as followers of Christ. The words of Jesus to Peter, “Do you love me? Feed my sheep” ~ John 21:17, resonate deeply, reminding us of our call to live out our faith through love, care, and compassion. …
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All are invited, and please bring your family, friends, and many more! It’s less than a week away from an always joyful Women’s Morning of Spirituality 2025 (WMOS 2024) Saturday, March 1. This Catholic, faith-filled WMOS 2025 event will once again take place at our beautiful Catholic Church of the Incarnation, 360 Bray Station Road, …
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Join Catholics from across our Diocese for a special Catholic Night at the Grizzlies game as they take on the San Antonio Spurs, Monday, February 3. The Women’s Choir from our St. Benedict at Auburndale Catholic High School will be performing as part of the pregame program at 6:15, and many students from our Catholic …
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This year, National Catholic Schools Week is Sunday, January 26, through Saturday, February 1, with the theme: United in Faith and Community. Stay tuned for many exciting, educational, and religious activities throughout the week at the 13 exceptional Diocesan, Parochial, and Private Catholic Schools across our Diocese, including several School Masses with Bishop David P. …
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As communicated last month, our Diocese is sharing VIRTUS articles through our Communications avenues at the beginning of each month. VIRTUS Training VIRTUS, led by The National Catholic Risk Retention Group, Inc., aims to eliminate abuse of children in our Catholic communities by providing training on the warning signs and proper procedures when faced with …
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Join our amazing Catholic Charities of West Tennessee on Saturday, January 25, at our beautiful St. Martin de Porres National Shrine in Memphis for an inspiring talk on how serving others can enhance your spiritual journey. The event will begin with fellowship at 9:00am, followed by the talk at 10:00am. The location is 190 Adams …
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It is with great sadness that Bishop David P. Talley and our Diocese share the passing of Deacon Morgan Edwin (Eddie) Ramsey, Sr. Deacon Eddie entered eternal life Tuesday, January 14. He was ordained on March 4, 2000. Deacon Eddie was an integral part of our St. Peter Catholic Church. Please pray for the repose …
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