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Pope Francis's motu proprio, Traditionis custodes, issued July 16, 2021, places limitations on the celebration of the Traditional Latin Mass. At this time, with the permission of Bishop Stika, The Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul will continue to offer the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite at 11:30am on Sundays, provided that those who attend it re-affirm the authority of the Roman Pontiff and the teachings and liturgical reforms of Vatican II. Read Bishop Stika's letter and Pope Francis' documents here.Read More -
Do you enjoy hearing and singing the traditional sacred music of the Mass? If you can sight read your voice part, sing on pitch, and join our Thursday 6:30pm rehearsals, please consider joining us. Click to find out more.Read More -
Bishop Richard F. Stika has issued a pastoral letter on sin and the worthy reception of the Holy Eucharist. You can read the document here: http://dioknox.org/news/pastoral-letter-holy-eucharistRead More -
As a necessary step in the Cause for Sainthood for Father Patrick Ryan, the remains of Father Ryan will be exhumed beginning July 19 and moved to a new tomb at the basilica on July 31. The exhumation is a necessarily private event. However, all are invited to the July 31 events, including the procession from Mount Olivet to the Basilica, Memorial Mass, blessing of his new tomb, and reception. Click to view the invitation and listen to Jim Wogan's podcast interview with Fr. Carter and Dcn. Gaspar about this process.Read More
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Tuesday, December 8
Pope Francis has called for a Year of St. Joseph beginning Dec. 8, 2020, “in which all faithful, after his example, may daily reinforce their own life of faith in complete fulfillment of God’s will.” Through the Apostolic Penitentiary the Holy Father has extended a series of plenary indulgences centered around devotion to St. Joseph. Click for more information and practical ways to celebrate the Year of St. Joseph.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
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