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With praise and thanksgiving to Almighty God, the Diocese of Knoxville announces the Ordination of Mr. Nicholas Edward Hickman to the Transitional Diaconate by Bishop Mark Beckman at The Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul, Nicholas' home parish, on Sat., Oct. 24, 2026 at 10am. Reception to follow in Varallo Parish Hall.

Following the passing of Dcn. Tom, Brenda McConnell has resumed the Deacon's Table, meeting on Sundays from 10:15-11:15am, now meeting in the new Dcn. Tom McConnell Room (formerly the dungeon). Please join us!

Join families from all Chattanooga area parishes - and our priests - at a family-centered fall festival complete with activities for kids, a handmade goods market, and a chili cook off. Kids are welcome to dress as their favorite saint or Bible character and collect "sweets for saints". Free admission. Click for details!

Following the passing of Dcn. Tom, Brenda McConnell has resumed the Deacon's Table, meeting on Sundays from 10:15-11:15am, now meeting in the new Dcn. Tom McConnell Room (formerly the dungeon). Please join us!

We will have Adoration with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament on First Friday following the 12pm Mass until 5:30pm, and through the night from 9pm to 7am, hosted by our Hispanic community. (Special invitation for CHILDREN to come, 4-4:30pm.)

The Basilica is hosting the Lorelei Truett Memorial Blood Drive at the Basilica on Sat. Nov. 7, in loving memory of our parishioner Lorelei who passed away of leukemia at the age of 14. The blood drive is by appointment between 12:30 and 4:30 on Nov. 7. Click here for the sign-up or use the QR code on the flyers in the vestibule. Donors must be age 16+, in good health, and at least 110 lbs. Please check with Blood Assurance for eligibility requirements.

Join us for a coffee bar on the rectory lawn between the 9:00 and 11:30am Masses! Come out for fellowship and great drinks. You pick the price. Donations go to fund the next coffee event.

Following the passing of Dcn. Tom, Brenda McConnell has resumed the Deacon's Table, meeting on Sundays from 10:15-11:15am, now meeting in the new Dcn. Tom McConnell Room (formerly the dungeon). Please join us!

Following the passing of Dcn. Tom, Brenda McConnell has resumed the Deacon's Table, meeting on Sundays from 10:15-11:15am, now meeting in the new Dcn. Tom McConnell Room (formerly the dungeon). Please join us!

Following the passing of Dcn. Tom, Brenda McConnell has resumed the Deacon's Table, meeting on Sundays from 10:15-11:15am, now meeting in the new Dcn. Tom McConnell Room (formerly the dungeon). Please join us!

Following the passing of Dcn. Tom, Brenda McConnell has resumed the Deacon's Table, meeting on Sundays from 10:15-11:15am, now meeting in the new Dcn. Tom McConnell Room (formerly the dungeon). Please join us!

We will have Adoration with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament on First Friday following the 12pm Mass until 5:30pm, and through the night from 9pm to 7am, hosted by our Hispanic community. (Special invitation for CHILDREN to come, 4-4:30pm.)

Join us for a coffee bar on the rectory lawn between the 9:00 and 11:30am Masses! Come out for fellowship and great drinks. You pick the price. Donations go to fund the next coffee event.

Following the passing of Dcn. Tom, Brenda McConnell has resumed the Deacon's Table, meeting on Sundays from 10:15-11:15am, now meeting in the new Dcn. Tom McConnell Room (formerly the dungeon). Please join us!

Our Basilica St. Nicholas Dinner on Sunday, December 6, at 5pm, is an opportunity for parishioners of all ages to enjoy a catered dinner in Varallo Parish Hall. There will be games and crafts for the kids. SIGNUP is in the vestibule while space allows. Click for more info...

Dcn. Bob Hunt will offer an Advent Day Retreat at the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul Saturday, December 12 from 1-5pm in Varallo Parish Hall, with confessions and 5:30 Mass to follow. There is no cost. Refreshments will be provided.

Following the passing of Dcn. Tom, Brenda McConnell has resumed the Deacon's Table, meeting on Sundays from 10:15-11:15am, now meeting in the new Dcn. Tom McConnell Room (formerly the dungeon). Please join us!

Following the passing of Dcn. Tom, Brenda McConnell has resumed the Deacon's Table, meeting on Sundays from 10:15-11:15am, now meeting in the new Dcn. Tom McConnell Room (formerly the dungeon). Please join us!

Following the passing of Dcn. Tom, Brenda McConnell has resumed the Deacon's Table, meeting on Sundays from 10:15-11:15am, now meeting in the new Dcn. Tom McConnell Room (formerly the dungeon). Please join us!