Catholic Motherhood
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About Us
PurposeThe purpose of the Catholic Motherhood Ministry is to encourage mothers of all ages in our vocation of Motherhood while strengthening our knowledge and love of our Catholic faith. We welcome all mothers to our group, regardless of age or number of children.
Under normal circumstances, we meet at the church to discuss various Catholic topics (Saints, prayers, devotions, etc.) while our children are cared for in the nursery, located next to the church.News
- After years of faithful leadership, Rachel Wesson has graciously passed the reins of the Catholic Motherhood group to Diane Tobin (momcathbasilica@gmail.com).
- At this time of coronavirus restrictions, we are not meeting at our regular times on the church campus, but we continue to connect and support each other virtually, with prayer, meal trains, and online opportunities. We also have meetings off-site and outdoors.
- Pray for +Abigail Tobin (Diane Tobin's daughter), who passed away June 28, 2021. Funeral Mass July 4 at 5pm.
Usual ActivitiesFellowship - Currently, the Catholic Motherhood ministry meets on the third Sunday of the month from 6-8pm for fellowship at a restaurant.
Prayer Chain - We share prayer requests for each other and our family and friends via our email group.
Meal Train - We support mothers after childbirth by announcing the birth to the members and offering a meal sign-up.
Donations - We are always looking for ways to share the blessings we have received by passing on household items to others in our community who need them. At times we organize a donation table at the church for drop-off/pick-up.All mothers who are parishioners, visitors, and friends are welcome to join the Catholic Motherhood Ministry.
Join the Catholic Motherhood Email List
Contact Us
Diane Tobin, Catholic Motherhood Ministry Coordinator
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Meal & Prayer Requests!Pray for +Abigail Tobin (Diane Tobin's daughter), who passed away June 28. Funeral Mass July 4 at 5pm.
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Caelan Shurina gave birth the first week of May to her second baby.
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Teresa Shramko's son Joseph needs urgent prayer. Joseph, who attends the Basilica and Notre Dame High School, suffered a serious fall on April 8 and is recovering from brain damage. To share prayers and encouragement, they have set up a Caring Bridge Site for Joseph Shramko
Thank You All for taking precious moments to keep our Community Alive with your Hands and Hearts.
Blessings,
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Events
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Sunday, July 25
Pope Francis has set aside the fourth Sunday of July to honor Grandparents and Elders, near the liturgical memorial of Saints Joachim and Anne, the grandparents of Jesus. On July 24-25, grandparents and elders in attendance will receive a blessing at Mass.Read More -
July 30 - August 1
Let Jesus feed your marriage! Deepen your communication, strengthen your relationship, rekindle your romance and renew your sacrament by attending the Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience on Jul 30-Aug 1 or Sept 24-26. These will be an in-person experience, and spots are limited! Click for more info.Read More -
July 31 - August 1
St. Vincent de Paul Society is a lay Catholic ministry that promotes the spiritual growth of its members through service to the poor. Their food pantry at OLPH is in need of: spaghetti sauce, pastas, jelly, canned cut tomatoes, corn, peas, carrots, green beans, and other canned beans, dried beans, rice, soup, canned fruit and fruit cups, canned chicken and tuna, pancake mix, and syrup. Also, small individually wrapped snack items such as: peanut butter crackers, chips, and breakfast bars. Place food items in the basket in the Basilica vestibule for our next food drive on July 31 - August 1. Click for more information.Read More -
Friday, August 6, 12:00 PM
You are Invited to a Baby Shower at Ladies of Charity, 2821 Rossville Blvd to benefit the Ladies of Charity Layette Program on Fri., Aug. 6 at 12 noon to celebrate the many babies and mothers who will receive baby essentials. Requested Gifts: onesies & pajamas (newborn to 9 months); diapers (newborn & size 1); bottles; and wipes. Monetary donations are also welcome! If you cannot attend but would like to help, please drop off your gifts at the store anytime.Read More -
Saturday, August 14, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
14-year-old Lorelei Truett was diagnosed with leukemia on April 27, 2021. She needs regular blood transfusions during her leukemia treatment and relies on donations from the community. Lorelei invites you to consider supporting her and others by giving your blood to sustain the many members of our community who need it to stay alive. Read more about Lorelei Truett on the “Pray for Us” page of Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul website. The Basilica is hosting a blood drive event to include a breakfast fundraiser and an early morning workout. Click for more information about Lorelei, the event details, and to sign up at bloodassurance.org/LoreleiRead More -
Sunday, August 15, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Catholic Motherhood group is now meeting on the third Sunday of the month from 6-8pm, at Rembrandt's Coffee House. All mothers are welcome!Read More
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Recommended for Mothers
Healing Retreat
Here is an online retreat, put on by the "pray more novenas" group, for any who may be interested. It is called the "Healing Retreat" You can listen to various speakers on your own time, at your own pace.
St. Therese Novena
Here is a novena to St. Therese that begins Sept. 22 but can be prayed anytime.
St. Joseph Novena
Here is a novena to St. Joseph that begins March 10 but can be prayed anytime.
Sacred Heart Novena
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July Newsletter
July 2021
Hello Mothers!
July is a wonderful month to reach out in faith to friends, family & neighbors. Many neighborhoods hold fireworks displays and, for some of our more sensitive little ones that can be a bit scary. Maybe this year, you could invest in a set of kids' ear protection headphones? I noticed a pair for around $20-30 on Amazon.
New Mama's Circle Forming!
Are you expecting your very first little one? Or, are you the mama of a little one under 16months?
We have a special place just for you!
Come and join us for a New Mama's Circle event on Wed. July 21st at 10am exclusively for new Mamas looking to build community and get connected to the Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Motherhood group.
Please contact:
Allison Luze at 615-571-1017 for address and details
Sunday, July 18th 6:00pm- will be our next Motherhood Meeting - ***now relocated to Emily Dobb's house*** - for all Mothers who would like a refreshing moment to be in fellowship. This is a casual get together but we always welcome anyone who would like to give a small talk on a subject of personal interest. This next meeting, Tacy Beck would like to give a talk on Spiritual Maturity that I'm sure you will all find thought provoking.
Invite a new Mom today! Let's keep our community going.
Blessing To All,
Diane Tobin
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Parish News
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In-person VBS for preK through 6th graders will be held August 2, 3, and 4 from 8:45 to 11:45am. Registration is due to Florence Porter by July 25. Register online (click for registration form) or fill out the printed form in the vestibule. Both adult and teen volunteers are needed. Please contact Florence Porter at dre@stspeterandpaulbasilica.com to sign up to volunteer. All volunteers 18 and up must be certified with Safe Haven.Read More -
25-year old Abigail Rose Tobin, daughter of Diane & Michael Tobin, passed away Monday, June 28. Please pray especially the Divine Mercy Chaplet for Abigail, her two children, and family. The funeral will be Sunday, July 4 at 5pm at the Basilica. Click to read her obituary, watch a tribute video, and for an opportunity to help with the sudden and costs they were not prepared for. May Abigail Rose Tobin, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.Read More -
Religious Education classes for all grades will resume Sundays from 10:15-11:15am beginning September 12. We need a lead teacher and an assistant for each classroom. A great way to learn about our faith is to teach it! You just need a deep desire to share the Catholic Faith, and we will support you with the tools to share it. For more information, contact Florence Porter at dre@stspeterandpaulbasilica.comRead More -
We would like to be able to re-open the Ombrellino Gift Shop, but we need a volunteer parishioner with retail experience to manage it and several to keep it open on the weekend. Until we re-open, items can be purchased by contacting the parish office 9am-4pm Monday through Friday. For more info, contact Marina Delaney in the parish office at business@stspeterandpaulbasilica.comRead More -
After the past year with no receptions, we are preparing to resume our Reception Ministry gradually as the safety provisions allow. We need your help! The Reception ministry is an ideal opportunity for new and long-time parishioners to exercise hospitality, share your talents, get involved in our activities, and connect with fellow parishioners. Click to find out more...Read More -
The Bieszad family of eight is in a crisis situation, the children having been removed from their home due to repairs and improvements needed in their home. They are in need of urgent prayer and help in the form of labor, material, and financial support in order to reunite their family. Click to learn more about their situation and the specific help they need. (List of needs last updated 6/10/21.)Read More -
We have started a free Parish Professionals Directory listing for Catholic professionals and service providers in Chattanooga. Please support our fellow Catholic professionals by utilizing this directory. If you own a business or provide a service that parishioners could utilize, please let us know in the parish office. Click for more info and to view the Parish Professionals Directory.Read More -
On April 24, 2021, Fr. Carter interviewed Sandy Pricer, Basilica parishioner, and the Founder and Co-Director of the St. Ambrose Catholic Homeschool Co-op. Click to read or watch the interview and for links to more information about our homeschool co-op.Read More -
Select the title to view a list of our regular scheduled ministry activities, and then click the name of the particular ministry for more information. Please note that parish activities on campus are limited during the coronavirus outbreak. However, many of our groups have resumed on-campus and others are continuing to meet virtually, outdoors, off-campus, etc.Read More -
Parishioner Katie Bird has organized a new Facebook group called "Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul (TN) - Buy Nothing Group." Basilica parishioners are encouraged to join and post items or services that they are offering to give away or looking to receive for free. The hope is to provide a convenient channel for practicing charity and solidarity within the Basilica community. Click for a link to the group.Read More
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