Dominican Sister of Peace Joann Mascari, OP (89), a native of Memphis, Tennessee, died on October 2, 2019, at Sansbury Care Center, St. Catharine, Kentucky. Sr. Joann is survived by several nieces and nephews. A Dominican for 69 years, Sr. Joann earned a Bachelor of Arts in History/Education from Siena College (Memphis, TN) and a …
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Cordova, Tennessee – October 8, 2019 –Each year on October 4th, St. Francis of Assisi School celebrates the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals. In remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures, Reverend Carl Hood administered a “Blessing of the Animals” following an all-school Mass. Members of the community …
What purpose does education seek to fulfill? And are the schools across our cities and nation achieving that purpose? A consistent theme that runs throughout the last century when defining the purpose of education has been to help people reach their full potential in their individual lives and as members of society. The reality is …
The Missoula Children’s Theatre Comes to St. Francis of Assisi School Cordova, Tennessee – September 30, 2019 – Last week the Missoula Children’s Theatre came to SFA. On Monday, auditions were held. Sixty-three students in grades Kindergarten through 8 were selected to perform in “The Emperor’s New Clothes”. They rehearsed the show during the week …
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Immaculate Conception Cathedral School’s Upper School students held their annual retreat at Christian Brothers University on Thursday, Sept. 26. In keeping with the retreat theme, “Prayer: A relationship,” they prayed, celebrated Mass, created a big Rosary, played, meditated, discussed, sang hymns, made crafts, and enjoyed each other’s fellowship. Theology teacher Samia Khouzam said the event …
St. Francis of Assisi School Presents Bibles to 4th Grade Students Cordova, Tennessee – September 26, 2019 – The 4th grade students were presented with their very own Bible at Mass last week. Fr. Hood blessed the Bibles and then challenged the students to live out the Bible in their daily lives. The Bible presentation …
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St. Francis Of Assisi’s Early Childhood Center Hosts Donuts with Dad Cordova, Tennessee – September 25, 2019 – Donuts with Dad was a wonderfully sweet way for the boys and girls in the ECC to begin their day. The boys and girls brought their daddies, grand daddies and special friends to school with them, enjoyed …
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New USCCB Site Addressing Abuse Launched The USCCB has launched a new website highlighting the importance of prevention, protection and accountability in response to the ongoing effort to eradicate clergy sexual abuse. This site serves as a resource detailing the steps the American bishops are taking to confront this crisis. On the site, readers can …
Bishop Talley Receives $2,800 Knights of Columbus for Seminarian Education Through the generosity of the Knights of Columbus of the State of TN, a check for $2,800 was presented to Bishop David Talley to be used for Seminarian Education. Michael McCusker presented the check this morning at the chancery showing again that the Knights of …
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St Ann Students Qualify for Duke TIP Programs Congratulations to St. Ann Catholic School in Bartlett 7th and 8th grade students that qualified for the Duke TIP programs. The Duke University Talent Identification Program (Duke TIP) is a nonprofit organization that serves academically talented students in grades 4–12. Collaborating with educators and parents, TIP helps …
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