Drive-Thru confessions at St. Ann in Bartlett on Eve of Divine Mercy Sunday

Drive-Thru confessions at St. Ann in Bartlett on Eve of Divine Mercy Sunday Father Ernie DeBlasio must confess, he can’t wait until this COVID 19 pandemic passes and he can be face-to-face with his flock once again. And he means face-to- face with no mask and not only from a “socially safe” distance. Little things …

St. Benedict at Auburndale high school seniors have drive-thru pick up for caps and gowns

St. Benedict at Auburndale high school seniors have drive-thru pick up for caps and gowns With schools closed and graduation ceremonies on hold due to COVID-19, some high school seniors feel like they’re missing out on a milestone year. COVID-19 has cancelled many events with huge gatherings.   “The Spring semester did not end like …

Catholic Charities Receives Pete & Sam’s Spaghetti Meals for Families in Need

Pete & Sam’s Delivers Spaghetti Meals for Families in Need By Erinn Figg, Published: April 16, 2020 4:00 AM CT Catholic Charities of West Tennessee Executive Director Kelley Henderson (middle) helps case manager Shannon Privett (left) load a car with spaghetti dinners donated from Pete and Sam’s restaurant on Wednesday, April 15, 2020. Pete and Sam’s …

One Memphis Priest is Cooking up Food for the Body and the Soul on a Cooking Show

One Memphis priest is cooking up food for the body and the soul on a cooking show, by Jennifer Chandler, Memphis Commercial Appeal   Father Ben Bradshaw loves to cook. His homilies often include stories of his past life as a chef, as well as his love for Nutella. His kitchen analogies help his congregants …

CDOM Schools Extend Distance Learning Curriculum Until Further Notice

April 6, 2020 Dear Parents, Due to the continued concerns about the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the extension of “Shelter in place” to help prevent the spread of the virus, we will continue our distance learning curriculum until further notice. Our dedicated Administrators, Teachers, and Staff are committed to continue maximizing the spiritual, …

Bishop Talley Shares Letter and Decree to Cancel Public Masses

Bishop Talley Shares Letter and Decree to Cancel Public Masses To read the Official Letter, CLICK HERE To read the Official Letter in Spanish, CLICK HERE To read the official Decree, CLICK HERE To read the official Decree, in Spanish, CLICK HERE   LETTER Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, With compassionate regard for the …

Special Indulgences Granted by The Holy See

Special Indulgences Granted by The Holy Seeby Father James Clark, J.C.L. The Apostolic Penitentiary, which is the office of the Holy See entrusted with granting indulgences, issued a decree on March 19, 2020. The decree grants special indulgences for the faithful during the current COVID-19 epidemic. Indulgence for the SickA plenary indulgence is granted to …

MAGNIFICAT Offers Free Downloads of Religious Instruction for Children and Gives Free Access to Apps, iOS and Android

Magnificat Offers Free Downloads of Religious Instruction for Children and Gives Complimentary Access to Apps, iOS and Android MAGNIFICAT is now offering complimentary access to its iOS and Android Apps throughout May. To register for free access in English, visit www.magnificat.com/free. For free access in Spanish, visit and register at www.magnificat.com/gratis. They have also made available …

Virus forces Catholic Cemeteries of Memphis to Implement Restrictions

Virus forces Catholic Cemeteries of Memphis to Implement Restrictions, by Amy Hall MEM, TN – Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of  Memphis announced they have changed their operations due to COVID-19, including suspending vigils, funeral masses and weekly masses. On any given day, families can be seen paying their respects to loved ones at the Catholic …

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