St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church

8151 CHIMNEYROCK BLVD.

CORDOVA, TN 38016

Parish Office (901)756-1213

Fax (901)755-2168

OFFICE HOURS: 9am-5pm, M-F

office@stfrancismemphis.org

www.stfrancismemphis.org

Rev. Carl Jude Hood, Pastor

Rev. Johnnie Smith, Senior Priest

Rev. Carl Gregorich, Assoc. Pastor

Deacons: Bill Davis, Mick Hovanec,

Chuck Lightcap, Tony Rudolph

MASS SCHEDULE:

Saturday ~ 5:00pm Vigil

Sunday ~ 7:15am, 8:45am, 10:30am, 12:15pm

and 2:30pm (in Spanish)

Holy Days ~ As Announced

Weekdays ~ Monday-Saturday 8:15am

Monday-Friday 12:00 noon

RECONCILIATION:

Saturdays ~ 4:00-4:45pm

or by appointment

Noteworthy…

Jeans Day Donation For our first donation jeans day, students at St. Francis School donated $1,864.60 to Catholic Charities. Thank you to everyone for their generous donations! Mrs. Brenda O’Looney from Catholic Charities accepted the check from our Student Council officers, Jacob Woods and Farrah Rector along with our Principal, Mrs. Alicia Brown.

Donuts with Dad

Our part-time program students invited their dads

and granddads to join them at school for donuts and

juice last week. Everyone had fun, and the boys and

girls were so excited to have their special guests on

campus for the morning!

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

Congratulations to the cast

and crew of Snow White and

the 7 Dwarfs! Over 60 stu-

dents in grades K - 8 partici-

pated in the Missoula Chil-

dren’s Theatre production last

weekend. In just five days, the

children auditioned, a cast was selected, rehearsals

were held, and musical numbers were learned. Two

performances took place at the SBA Theatre. Mis-

soula Children’s Theatre gives students chance to

explore theater in a fun, learning environment.

This Week at

Our Parish School

Come see what Catholic education is all about!

S T . FRANCIS OF ASS IS I CATHOLIC SCHOOL 2100 N. G ERMANTOWN P KWY C ORDOVA , TN 38016 (901) 388-7321 www.sfawolves.org

Full-time Grades 3K-8 Part-time Preschool, Ages 2-4

Fourth Quarter Ministry Schedules are on tables

in the narthex and under the “Communications” tab on our website, stfrancismemphis.org.

St. Francis’ Feast Day

Our annual blessing of the pets will be held the morning of Thursday, October 4th, immediately following

the 8:15am Mass. Please bring your pets to the parking lot between the church

and Chimneyrock Boulevard.

All Souls Day Envelopes

In keeping with ancient tradition of remembering those who have gone before us in death, on Wednesday,

November 2nd we will celebrate All Souls Day. If you would like to have your departed loved ones remembered on the altar throughout the month of No-

vember, All Souls Envelopes are available on tables in the narthex. Once you have inscribed the names on the enve-

lope, you may drop it in the regular collection basket or bring it to the parish office.

Schedule Change

Due to a retreat for our parish priests, our upcoming Mass schedule will be as follows:

Monday, Oct. 1 : 8:15AM Mass *No Noon Mass or Service*

Tuesday, Oct. 2 : 8:15AM Communion Service *No Noon Mass or Service*

Wednesday, Oct. 3: *No 8:15AM Mass or Service* 12:00PM Communion Service

Normal schedule will resume Thursday, October 4th.

First Friday Adoration

Eucharistic Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Friday, October 5, in the Chapel, following the 8:15am Mass

Benediction at 5:30pm

Upcoming Early Bulletin Deadline Bulletin Dated 10/14:

Bulletin Deadline—Friday, Oct. 5 at 12:00PM

This Week at St. Francis

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Betty Siano, Director of Religious Education Maria Gonzalez Religious Ed. Asst.

PARISH STAFF: Barbara King, Office Manager Barb Cobb, Bookkeeper/Admin. Asst. Tracy McClure, Bulletin Editor/Admin. Asst. Chris Bernardini, Facilities Manager Mark Morra, Maintenance

LITURGY: Chelsea Negray, Director of Traditional Choir and Handbell Choir Judy Brewer, Organist Tim Vaziri, Youth Ministry Music

YOUTH: Julia & Phillip Norton, Co-Directors of Youth Ministry

FIRST COMMUNION, FIRST RECONCILIATION & CONFIRMATION: Prepara-tion for sacraments is a two-year process. Call Parish Office for information.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES: September —May; Four year old—High School, 10:15am-11:45am Sunday at St. Francis of Assisi School. Call Parish Office for information.

YOUTH MINISTRY: High School (9th-12th Grade) - 6:00PM-8:00PM on Sundays Middle School (7th-8th Grade) - 4:30pm-6:30pm on Sundays Shared dinner time from 6:00PM-6:30PM

NURSERY: Located in Parish Life Center Ages 8 months thru 3 years Saturday, 5:00PM, Sunday 8:45AM and 10:30AM

BULLETIN DEADLINE: 4:45PM on Tuesdays. Please submit in writing via mail or to bulletin@stfrancismemphis.org.

BAPTISMS, ANOINTING OF THE SICK AND MATRIMONY: For more infor-mation and requirements, please visit the parish website, www.stfrancismemphis.org, and click on the Sacraments tab.

PARISH OFFICE EMAIL: office@stfrancismemphis.org

Mass Intentions for the Week

Please pray for the repose of the souls of

William A. Smith,

father of Peggy Bryant,

and

Carole Coolican,

wife of Michael Coolican

SATURDAY, September 29th 8:15AM INT/TOM VIOTTI 5:00PM INT/BOB ROUNSEFELL (85TH BIRTHDAY) by Joe & Rosemarie Micheletti

SUNDAY, September 30th 7:15AM PARISH 8:45AM KAY MURPHY by JoAnne Scott 10:30AM MARY & WALTER KOCH by Ann Huffman 12:15 PM GERI CUOGHI by Dick & Mary Jane Davis 2:30 PM PARROQUIA

MONDAY, October 1st 8:15AM INT/ELIZABETH FIREHAMMER by Alex Firehammer 12:00PM NO MASS

TUESDAY, October 2nd 8:15AM Communion Service 12:00PM NO MASS

WEDNESDAY, October 3rd 8:15AM NO MASS 12:00PM Communion Service

THURSDAY, October 4th 8:15AM PARISH 12:00PM INT/SAJINI MARY THOMAS & ROBIN O’HARA by selves

FRIDAY, October 5th 8:15AM LENNY PETITTE by Ray Malone 12:00PM MARIANNA JURASZEK by Iwona Kessung

SATURDAY, October 6th 8:15AM INT/JEANIE VELARDE by John & Barbara King 5:00PM HARRY & MARY STEVENS by Bob & Katherine Musolf

SUNDAY, October 7th 7:15AM CHARLIE GORHAM by Palmer Family 8:45AM SILVANA LASER by Family 10:30AM ALL DECEASED FAMILY MEMBERS By Deacon Jim & Sally Piatchek 12:15PM PARISH 2:30PM ROBERT HERNANDEZ by Michael Hernandez

SUNDAY, September 30th 12:00PM Adult Bible Study—Crowder Rm. 111 1:30PM SFA Sports PLC Gym 4:30PM EDGE Rms. 105-7 6:00PM Good Friends Rm. 108 6:00PM Youth Group Rms. 105-7

MONDAY, October 1st Priests on Retreat through Wednesday 3:00PM SFA Sports PLC Gym 7:00PM Berry Hill HOA—Greason Rm. 111 7:00PM Kitchen K of C Monthly Mtg. Rm. 108 Ladies Bible Study—Barrow Rm. 112

TUESDAY, October 2nd 3:00PM SFA Sports PLC Gym 6:00 PM Rosario en Español Chapel 7:00PM Rosary Makers Rm. 111 Evangelizacion Rm. 112

WEDNESDAY, October 3rd 1:00PM Bible Study—LeBlanc Rm. 113 3:00PM SFA Sports PLC Gym 7:00PM RCIA Rm. 108 Traditional Choir Rm. 109 Evangelizacion Rm. 112 Confirmation Overview Church 7:30PM Hispanic Choir Practice Rm. 110 Cursillo—Rosenfield Library

THURSDAY, October 4th St. Francis’ Feast Day 9:00AM Pet Blessing Pkg Lot 10:00AM TOPS Rm. 110 3:00PM SFA Sports PLC Gym 6:30PM Rosary Chapel FRIDAY, October 5th First Friday Adoration 3:00PM SFA Sports PLC Gym 5:30PM Benediction Chapel SATURDAY, October 6th 7:00AM St. Joseph Men’s Club Rm. 111 8:45AM Cursillo—Stevens Rm. 112 9:00AM SFA Sports PLC Gym

Flowers on the altar are in loving memory of Mary Lois Massa

by family

STEWARDSHIP

“For where your treasure is, there also will your heart be.” —Matthew 6:21

September 23, 2018

Offertory $23,002.00 Enriching Our Future $1,967.00 Youth 20.00

September 30— All students in grades 7 through 12 are invited to join us!

The 7th & 8th grade EDGE program meets at 4:30, with dinner at 6:00pm.

The 9th-12th grade Life Teen program meets for dinner at 6:00, with meeting from 6:30-8:00pm.

St. Francis of Assisi Youth Groups

UPCOMING EVENTS

Monday, Oct 1, 7PM—Monthly Business Mtg, Rm 108

Sunday, Oct 14—Coffee & Donuts - 7:15& 8:45 Masses

Sunday, Oct 28, 8:45AM—Corporate Communion Mass

If you would like to learn more about the Knights or would like to be part of our organization, please contact

Michael Wells at michael@loftonwells.com.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

Check us out on: facebook.com/sfayouth twitter@sfayouth, Instagram: SFA Youth

Urgent Need For Ministers of Hospitality (Ushers)

Ushers serve a vital role at each Mass by greeting pa-rishioners and guests, offering assistance with seating, providing directions, distributing offertory baskets, ti-dying up after Mass, etc. Won’t you consider ushering

at the Mass you attend, even once a month? Training is “on the job.”

If you are interested or have questions, please contact the church office at office@stfrancismemphis.org

or call: 901-756-1213.

For more information, contact Julia or Phillip Norton (901) 756-1213 ext. 124 or youth@stfrancismemphis.org.

Take advantage of FORMED

Visit FORMED.org, use code BCMZQ4

Conferencia Mariana en Español - 6 de octubre

Parroquia San Miguel (3863 Summer)

La Llama de Amor del Immaculado Corazón de María.

Ven e iniciemos juntos con la Santa Misa 8:15am.

Santo Rosario. Conferencia 10am—12:30pm

Invitada especial Patti Schwartz, Coordinadora de La Llama de Amor de New York

All are invited to St. Francis’ Mass of Healing

October 13 at 5:00pm

Anointing of the Sick will be available immediately after Mass

for those who are in need.

Anota en tu Calendario! La Parroquia de San Francisco los invita a la Misa para bendecir a los Enfermos.

El 13 de Octubre a las 5:00 PM. Unción de los Enfermos se hará inmediatamente terminando la misa para los

que quieran recibir este Sacramento.

Celebración para la Virgen de Guadalupe

Los invitamos! San Francisco de Asís tendrá un a Celebración para la Virgen de

Guadalupe el Sábado 8 de Diciembre.

La Diócesis Celebrará a la Virgen el Miércoles 12 de Diciembre, daremos

mas detalles sobre está celebración!

Join us for Best Bites! October 20, 7 - 10pm

Adults only SBA Dining Hall

~Grand Prize Raffle of $5,000! (Need not be present to win)

Raffle tickets: 1 for $20 or 5 for $90

~Dozens of Silent Auction items!

Event Tickets and Raffle Tickets will be available in the narthex after Masses the weekends of

October 6th and 13th - cash, check, or credit card.

Tickets: $35 in advance, $40 at the door

Visit BestBitesMemphis.com to volunteer, donate an auction item, buy tickets, or find out more!

Parish Religious Education News

Do you like to cook? Visit with people? Play games? Serve meals? Transport passengers? Donate supplies?

There is a job for you... As a parish we can transform the Ozanam Center (1306 Monroe) into a secure shel-ter for 15 people experiencing homelessness by simply opening our doors and our hearts.

Join us—be part of the “Inn” crowd!

Please visit our Sign Up Genius, either at the site listed be-low, or by clicking on our link at stfrancismemphis.org .

www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0e44a8ac28aaf94-stfrancis

Wednesday, October 3rd ~ 7:00PM, St. Francis Church Confirmation Program Overview Required for all Confirmandi and Parents

The date of this meeting has been changed to October 3rd – please mark your calendars!! (Changed 9/11/2018)

Martes, Octubre 3 ~ 7:00PM, Iglesia de San Francisco Información General de la Confirmación Requerido para todos los confirmantes y padres

La fecha de esta reunión ha sido cambiada al 3 de octubre. ¡Por favor, marquen sus calendarios! (Cambió 9/11/2018)

~ SFA School’s Annual Fundraiser ~ A night of fun, prizes, cocktails, and FOOD!

Enjoy appetizers, entrees, and desserts from :

-Strano by Chef Josh

-East Coast Wings + Grill

-One & Only BBQ

-Soulfish Cafe

-Rock ‘N’ Roll Sushi

-Lenny's Grill & Subs

-The Dapper Doughnut

-Abbay's

-Pearl’s Oyster House

-Lucchesi's

-SFA Cafe

The 1st Annual St. Francis Prayer Walk will be held on Sunday, Oct. 14 at 4:00pm. Beginning at the school’s

front doors, we will walk around the campus, periodical-ly pausing to say a prayer for God's protection of our

school and school year. The walk will last approximately 40 minutes. All St. Francis families, teachers, staff, and

parishioners are encouraged to join us!

Please pray for the sick and for those who are serving in the military.

SUPPORT OUR TROOPS IN PRAYER

Our sons, daughters and family members are halfway around the world serving our country. Help support our troops in prayer, especially those known personal-ly to our parish:

Christopher Anderson, Jeffrey Anderson, Gareth Bowen, Christopher Rusty Bownds, Airman 1st Class Zach Buzzard, Lt. Col. Chad Carroll, Sgt. Steven Carter, 2Lt. Trevor Cooke, Annie Cynkar, Airman Colby Findley, Capt. Dennis Fitzgerald, Sgt. Adam Gallick, Aaron Galvez, Cpl. Christopher J. Henderson, Sgt. Israel Hernandez, Staff Sgt. Matthew David Huddleston, Staff Sgt. Richard Hulshof, Sgt. Jonathan Koskey, Lt. Col. Terry Lakin, Sgt. Sean Lamb, 1Lt Angela Lewis, Spc. Kyler Lunman, William Marshall, Cpl. Michael McCaffrey, USMC, Captain Chris McCarver, Sgt. PFC Dale Eric Moore, Sgt. Justin Murrell, James Edward Owens, III, Capt. Tom Petrilak, Daniel Presley, Jo-seph Presley, Dennis Proctor, Sgt. Ricky Rendon, Pvt. Jacob Roeder, Spc. Joey Scott, Sr., Sgt. Cody Sedlacek, Capt. An-drew Magpuri Shaffer, Airman Angela Thomas, Anthony Thompson, 1st Lt. Allison Todd, 1LT Kyle Treece, Dominique Willis.

LET US PRAY FOR THE SICK IN OUR COMMUNITY—Please remember the following in your pray-ers: Jefferson Arthur, Charlie Bargiachi, Ricky Barreto, Ryan Barrow, Mary Lou Berner, John Blount, Alex Bouchard, Glenna Bradshaw, Edna Broussard, Margaret Burch, Tomas Candelaria, Parker Card, Jessa Carter, Pat Carter, Ryan Chambers, Cecelia Chiodo, Dorothy Ciarloni, Leon-ard Ciarloni, William & Margie Ciarloni, Carol Collins-Carriveau, Tina Cook, Jan Cordray, Bob Crowe, Jr., David Cupp, Laverne Daley, Dick Davis, Charo De La Pena, Russell P. DeLassus, Car-olyn Denegri, John Dolan, Aine Donaghy, Stephen Dufrechou, Pam East, Lou Ellmo, Daniel Ev-ans, Marlene Evans, Penny Facaelli, Bill Fitzhenry, Paula Gaither, Mike Gallagher, Angel Gass, Mark Giannini, Earl Gillespie, Mickey Glidewell, Tom Griffin, Jo Griffith, Juan Diego Guadalupe, Fred Geiger, Amelio Guasco, Heida Guzman, Mike Harty, Sr., Bob Hayes, Thomas Hernon, Becky Heslep, Pam Hipp, Loree Horton, Terry & Cathy Hollahan, Richard Howell, Michael Hovanec, Sr., Holly Hudson, Martha Jackson, Bill Johnson, Joseph Johnson, Bobbie & James Johnston, Jr., Janet & John Paul Jones, Benjamin Kennedy, Patrick Kirwan, Garrett Knight, Maury Knowlton, Ruth Kimble, Max Kolar, George Kuehl, Ed Land, Don Lear, Christina LeBlanc, Barbara Lee, Annie Lewis, Charles Lightcap, III, George Linder, Sam Lobianco, Tracy Lovelace, Shirley Lurry, Debra Lutz, Dana Lynch, Kathy Lyons, Richard E. Majkrzak, Jane Markham, Mar-garet Marshall, Carmen Martinez, Megan Mastrobattista, Dylan McCarty, Carol McCusker, Andy McDermott, Fred & Patricia Macbrohn, Jim Mensching, Sandy Milton, Larry Mix, Larry Montgomery, Mitch Morgan, Sr., Sam Mulliken, Tony Neri, Lan Thi Nguyen, Mark Noelker, Maria Ocasio, Norma Oates, Jean Marie O’Neill, Viviane Parham, Sarah Parr, James Patterson, Connie Pirani, Annie Plumley, Jeanie Pogue, Edna Poletti, Lee Powell, Maureen Pratt, Charles Puyrus, Paula Raulston, Diana Reyes, Martha Rivera-Reyes, Carol Rimmer, Frank Rivera, Mar-tha Rivera, Nancy Rivera, Denise Rivers, Kenny Roach, Bobbi Rodgers, Don Rodgers, Emily Grace Rodgers, Michael Rodgers, Wray Rodgers, Bill Rose, Evan Ross, Bob Rounsefell, Jane Sacharczyk, Bernie Schingle, Jason Scott, Betty Seago, Rose Silvestri, Landon Slawsom, Mike Smith, Ronnie Smith, Justin St. John, Janet Stains, Barbara Starr, Michael Stone, Bob & Beverly Stroughton, Debbie Sullivan, Susan Sutton, Abi Swain, Sally Tanner, William Tate, Fay Mary Taylor, Bernice Thielemier, Jaison Thomas, Sajiri Thomas, Clare Thorpe, Gary Tomlinson, Bob Treece, Jeanie Velarde, Ralph Veth, Clara Villalba, Tom Viotti, Richard Waldon, Lou Washburn, Patrick Westfield, Peggy White, Breccan Wilson, William Wilson, George & Jo Yohanek, Celina Ydrovo, Katie Zazzara, and Paul Zoccola, Sr.

Recently Added: Sandra Warlick

Names will run for one month. Please call the church office at 756-1213 to extend.

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SBA – Grounded in Faith • Elevated by Excellence!

sbaeagles.org/admissions or 260-2840

Shadow Days for 8th Graders:

Oct. 12-Half-Day Shadow

Oct. 26-"Be an Eagle" 8th grade Shadow Day

Nov. 6-Half-Day Shadow

An authentic Catholic education - an answer to your prayers for your teen!

Register at sbaeagles.org/visitsba

Calling all Little Eagles Come join “The Nest” in fun activities!

Eaglettes Dance Team for middle schoolers upcoming classes and tryouts Oct 4, contact

Zoe Woods, woodsz@yahoo.com.

Eagles Youth Wrestling Parents’ Meeting, Oct. 1, 6pm contact Noah Kurtz, kurtznoah97@yahoo.com.

Join the SBA Pep Band at 8th grade Band Night, Oct. 12, 3:30-9:30pm.

Register sbaeagleband@gmail.com

To report abuse in Tennessee: If you suspect a child is in im-

minent danger from abuse, call 911 immediately.

To report known or suspected child abuse, contact: Tennessee Department of Child Protection

(877)-237-0004

For more information contact: Director of Child Protection (901) 359-2027

Diocesan Victim Assistant Coordinator (901) 652-4066

Sunday Bible Study resumes this Sunday September 30th,

12:00 –1:30PM, PLC room 111. We will begin with a 10-week study of

the book of Daniel by Paul V. Niskanen, PH.D., associ-ate professor of Theology at the University of St.

Thomas in Minnesota. Books for the course are $18. For more information, contact

David Crowder (901)619-5880 or (901)382-8611

Please keep in mind the following regarding scheduling Baptisms at St. Francis:

-Small Group Baptisms in English will occur on the Third Saturday of the month at 9:00AM.

-Small Group Baptisms in Spanish will occur on the first Sunday of the month at 3:30PM

*Holy Days and holidays may alter this schedule

Around the Diocese

St. Faustina Feast Day Mass

Saturday October 6, 2018 St. Ann Bartlett, 6529 Stage Rd

10:15AM - Chaplet of the Divine Mercy 10:30AM - Mass

Confessions and a blessing with a First Class relic of St. Faustina

Visit the Newly Renovated St. Faustina Shrine

Free Luncheon Reception following in Trinity Hall

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Saturday: October 6, 2018 Volunteers will assist in transitioning our Clothing Closet for fall/winter. Catholic Charities, 1325 Jefferson Ave.

Volunteer Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018 Organize gifts for needy families in the Gifts for God’s Children program. Location: TBD.

Liturgical Ministry Classes

The Catholic Diocese of Memphis will offer classes for those wishing to participate as Liturgical Ministers.

Classes are from 6:30pm-8pm

LECTOR: Mondays October 1 & 8, Incarnation Church

EXTRAORDINARY MINISTER OF HOLY COMMUNION: Mondays, October 15 & 22, Incarnation Church

Sunday, October 21, 6-8 PM St. Brigid Church

Sunday, November 4, 5-7 PM Holy Rosary Church

For more information, contact Pam Ray at 901-373-1237.

Sunday Socials for Adults with Special Needs

St. Therese Feast Day Celebration Sunday, October 7, 2018

All friends of St. Therese the Little Flower Parish are invited to join in the Feast of St. Therese of Lisieux and a celebration of our 88 years of ministry and service to the Lord. Mass will be at 10:30am on October 7th (1644 Jackson Ave) with a Ravioli/Spaghetti Dinner following

in Leppert Hall.

Spaghetti plate $8.00, ravioli plate $10.00, combination $10.00; plates include one drink ticket. Children under 5 , free spa-ghetti. Frozen ravioli will be available for

purchase as well - $4/dozen, gravy $3/pint.

INCARNATION YOUNG ADULTS invites young adults across the diocese to worship at the 10:30AM Mass at Incarnation Church (360 Bray Station Rd, Collierville) on Sunday, October 7. After Mass, we will meet for brunch at Highlander Scottish Pub (78 N Main St, Collierville). Email 20S30S@incarnationcollierville.org to be added to the GroupMe.

ATTENTION CATHOLIC NURSES—Tuesday, October 2 - Mid-South Area Association of Catholic Nurses presents: Advocating and lobbying: How Catholic Nurses Can Influence the Law-Making Process. Speaker: Jennifer Hitt, PhD, RN, CNE, CBU Nursing Pro-gram Director. 6-8pm Bishop’s Conference Room, Catholic Center.

CMA WHITE COAT MASS—Thursday, October 18—In honor of St. Luke’s Feast Day, celebrated by Most Rev. Martin Holley at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 1695 Central Ave at 7pm. Please RSVP to CMAmemphis@gmail.com or text 901.609-4262.

FATHER/SON PROGRAM—Sunday, October 21—Father/Son Program (12-15 year old boys). Learning together about God’s plan for growing up and becoming men of integrity. $25 per family, $30 after Oct. 17th. Register online at cdom.org. Call (901)373-1222 for more information. Holy Rosary Church 2-5PM.

SEXUAL REVOLUTION—Tuesday, October 23—Sexual Revolution: 50 Years Since Humanae Vitae—The new documentary on the outcome of the free-love experiment of the last century set against the backdrop of Paul VI’s groundbreaking encyclical about love, sex, and marriage. 6:30pm, St. Benedict at Auburndale HS, 8250 Varnavas Drive, Cordova.

WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER—Don’t take a vacation from your marriage! Come learn a technique of loving commu-nication that you can use for the rest of your lives. It is a chance to look deeply into your relationship with each other and with God. Fill your marriage with joy! The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend is October 26-28, at Our Lady Queen of Peace Retreat Center in Stanton, TN. For more information or to apply, visit our website at http://www.memphiswwme.org or contact us at 901-409-4570.

AFTER DIVORCE: A Day of Hope & Healing—A day retreat for the separated and divorced with Catholic author Rose Sweet. October 27, 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. St. Louis Catholic Church in the Clunan Center, 203 S. White Station, Memphis, TN 38117. $20.00 per person. Lunch Included. To register: Call Alma Abuelouf (901)373-1224.

FORTNITE DETOX—Dr. Leonard Sax, internationally known physician, psychologist, and New York Times bestselling author of Why Gender Matters, Boys Adrift, and Girls on the Edge will provide practical strategies to help our boys navigate an increasingly digital world and what it means to be a scholar and gentleman of today. THURSDAY, October 4, 7pm, Siena Hall at St. Agnes Academy -St. Dominic School. For more information and to register visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dr-leonard-sax-speaking-engagement-fortnite-detox-tickets-49364509577.

SPECIAL ATHLETES FUN DAY—St. Ann Church–Bartlett will host a Special Athletes Fun Day on the football field at Christian Brothers High School, 5900 Walnut Grove Rd., on Saturday, October 6, 9am-1:30pm. Pre-register online at www.stannbartlett.org or onsite the morning of the event beginning at 8:00am. An adult (parent or guardian) must accompa-ny each athlete all day. Contact Nancy Gronostaj 901-388-8623 with questions.

A KNIGHT WITH ELVIS— October 20 at 7pm Knights of Columbus hosting dinner, dancing, live auction, wine pull, and Elvis impersonator Brian Lee Howell. Our Lady of Perpetual Help (8151 Poplar Ave), St. Therese Hall. Tickets are $35 and can be pur-chased at kofc7449.org.

BIRTHRIGHT OF MEMPHIS FALL FAMILY LUNCHEON & AUCTION on Saturday, October 20 at the Batson Center at Church of the Holy Spirit Catholic Church from 11:00 – 2:00. Children & the young at heart may dress up as their favorite superheroes or wear costumes of their choice. For more information, call Patricia at (901) 327-8109.

MARIAN MOVEMENT OF PRIESTS Cenacle with Mass—October 24, 6:30, St. Michael Church (3863 Summer). For more infor-mation, contact Fr. Richard Cortese (731) 616-8098.

CATHOLIC CRUISES & TOURS PRESENTS SHRINES OF NORTHERN ITALY & ROME—September 19-27, 2019. Destinations in-clude Milan, Turin, Pavia, Sirmione, Padua, Pomposa, Ravenna, and Rome. Mass and Rosary offered throughout the journey. Land prices begin at $1589, double occupancy. Space is very limited. For further information or to register, contact Doug or Eileen at (860) 339-1785 or Eileen@CatholicCruisesAndTours.com.

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