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AUGUST 15, 2021 AUGUST 15, 2021 AUGUST 15, 2021 AUGUST 15, 2021

ABOUT OUR PARISH 2

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For Your Information SACRAMENTS Detailed information about Sacramental preparation found under Sacraments on our website or call the office.

NURSERY Available for children 8 mos. to 4 years during 8:45am & 10:30am Sunday Masses in the PLC Nursery.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION September through May, Sundays | 10:15 - 11:45am 4K - 12th grades. Visit the parish website or call the office for more information.

YOUTH MINISTRY Calendar available online. Regular meeting times: EDGE (6th - 8th Grade) Sundays | 4:30pm-5:45pm LifeTeen (9th - 12th Grade) Sundays | 6:30pm-7:45pm [email protected]

BULLETIN New items are requested by noon on Tuesdays. Email new submissions to [email protected]

To place an ad, see the inside back cover of this bulletin.

Visit the MINISTRY FAIR in the PLC!

Mass Schedule WEEKDAY MASS Monday - Friday | 8:15am, 12:00pm WEEKEND MASS Saturday | 8:15am, Vigil 5:00pm Sunday | 7:15am, 8:45am, 10:30am, 12:15pm, 2:30pm (Spanish) CONFESSION Saturday | 3:30-4:30pm or by appt.

Contact Us 8151 Chimneyrock Blvd Cordova, TN 38016 (901) 756-1213 stfrancismemphis.org [email protected] OFFICE HOURS Monday-Friday | 9am - 5pm Closed 1:00-1:30pm for lunch Clergy PASTOR Rev. Carl Jude Hood ASSOCIATE PASTOR Rev. Carlos Donato Rev. Joseph Hastings DEACONS Norman Alexander, Bill Davis, Mick Hovanec & Tony Rudolph

Parish Staff Barbara King, Parish Administrator Laura Wolterding, Receptionist Tina Sosnowski, Business Manager Betty Siano, Director of Religious Ed. Maria Gonzalez, Religious Ed . Assist. Tracy McClure, Bulletin/Website Chelsea Negray, Music Ministry Julia & Phillip Norton Co-Directors of Youth Ministry Chris Bernardini, Facilities Mgr. Mark Morra, Maintenance

CHURCH SOCCER F I ELDS

Water sl i de & Bounce houseS !

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ABOUT OUR PARISH

If you are planning on having your child baptized at St. Francis, please

join us for our BAPTISM CLASS this Thursday, August 19th at 7pm

in Room 112 of the PLC. Both parents should attend, and godparents are always welcome! Guidelines for the Sacrament of

Baptism available at stfrancismemphis.org/baptism. Please register by Tues., Aug. 17

at (901)756-1213 or [email protected].

Stewardship Update

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OFFERTORY $25,318.14

A great way to get involved at St. Francis is to volunteer with our Parish Religious Education program on Sunday mornings!! We need YOU! Learn more on the next page!

SUNDAY, AUGUST 15 6:00pm • Rm 108 • Good Friends

MONDAY, AUGUST 16�

3:00pm • Gym • SFA Sports

6:00pm • Rm 113 • Saint Vincent de Paul

6:00pm • Church • La Llama de Amor Cenáculo

TUESDAY, AUGUST 17

3:00pm • Gym • SFA Sports

6:00pm • Church • Rosario en Español

7:00pm • Rm 112 • Evangelización

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18

12:00pm • Rm 111 • Good Friends

3:00pm • Gym • SFA Sports

6:00pm • Rm 113 • Hispanic Ministry Meeting

7:00pm • Rm 111 • Rosary Makers

7:00pm • Rm 112 • Evangelización

THURSDAY, AUGUST 19 10:00am • Rm 110 • TOPS

3:00pm • Gym • SFA Sports

6:00pm • Church • Flame of Love Cenacle

7:00pm • Rm 112 • Baptism Preparation Class

FRIDAY, AUGUST 20 3:00pm • Gym • SFA Sports

7:00pm • Rm 110 • Spanish Choir Practice

SATURDAY, AUGUST 21 7:00am • Rm 111 • St. Joseph Men’s Group

1:00pm • Sports Field • PARISH PICNIC!

4:00pm • Rm 108 • MINISTRY FAIR!

4:25pm • Church • Rosary

This Week at St. Francis

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OUR PARISH SCHOOL

ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC SCHOOL

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serves students 2-years-old through 8th grade.

For more information or

to schedule a tour, please contact Susan Fetz

at (901) 381-2548.

Para español con Maria Gonzalez (901)435-3616

[email protected]

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BACK TO SCHOOL! - Before the students returned to the classroom, Catholic school teachers and administrators celebrated the Diocesan Opening of School Mass and Awards Day at Incarnation Church in Collierville, TN. Representatives from each of our Diocesan Schools were in attendance and awards

were presented for special achievements. We are very proud of our teachers and staff here at SFA, and extend heartfelt congratulations to the following amazing all-stars who received honors this year from St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School: �

�� 30 Years of Service - Mrs. Diana Kozlowski

�� Immaculate Heart of Mary Award - Karen Peel

�� The Good Samaritan Award - Deann Hartwein

�� St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Award - Marilyn Carter

�� Sister Ruth Ann Smith Award - Elizabeth Lyles

�� St. John Bosque Award - Paula Beussink

�� St. John Newman Award - Mrs. Cynthia Lopez (not pictured)

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RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS

Are you or someone you know interested in learning about or joining the Catholic Faith? Are you already Catholic but want to deepen your knowledge of the Faith? Were you baptized Catholic but, for whatever reason, did not receive all the Sacraments of Initiation? Join us Wednesdays at 7pm beginning Sept. 8 in Room 108 of the PLC! Kindly complete an Inquiry Form found at stfrancismemphis.org. Select Faith Formation, then find the form at the bottom of the Becoming Catholic page.

Our PRE Program needs YOU!! �� You can be a lead teacher, or you may choose to share

the responsibility with another teacher. We will provide all the materials you need!

�� Parents - you can teach or assist in your child’s classroom! If your children are in PRE, you have to be here anyway, so why not volunteer? (Registration fees are waived for our volunteers!)

�� Teens- assist in a classroom, grades 4K - 4th grade. �� We have non-teaching roles for office helpers and

traffic and safety assistance. �� Adult assistants needed at every level!

PRE Classes meet Sundays, 10:15am-11:45am, September 12th thorough April 24th. If you feel called to share our Catholic faith with the children of our parish, sign up! Visit stfrancismemphis.org, select Faith Formation, then Religious Education for Children. Look for Teacher/Assistant/Helper Sign Up tab! Or email: [email protected], [email protected]. Thank you!

Nuestro programa de CATECISMO te necesita!! Maneras de ayudar: �� Podrías ser un maestro(a) de catecismo, o estar con

otro voluntario – compartiendo responsabilidad. �� ¡Papas o Mamas – tu podrías ayudar o ayudar en el salón

de clases de tu hijo(a)! ¡¡Si tienes hijos en el catecismo, podrías quedarte y ayudar! (voluntarios no pagan)

�� Catequistas para 4K, Kindergarten, 4o grado, dos de confirmación “High School”

�� Adolescentes-se necesitan para 4K – 4o grado. �� ¡Asistentes de catequistas adultos para cada grado! �� También pueden asistir en la oficina y ayudar con la

seguridad y tráfico. Clases Domingos en la mañana de 10:15am – 11:45am, desde Sept 12 – Abril 24. Ir a stfrancismemphis.org y registrate en “Faith Formation” y "Religious Education." Mas info. con: [email protected].

KICK OFF MEETING: KICK OFF MEETING: KICK OFF MEETING: KICK OFF MEETING: September 12 - Dinner provided!

Looking ahead:

�September 19 - Meeting w/snacks �September 25 - Saturday Service at the Mid-South Food Bank! Meet there, 8:45 to 11:45a. Parents are welcome to stay! �September 26 - Meeting w/snacks

Meeting times: � EDGE (Middle School) 4:30 - 5:45pm ��� ��� Lifeteen (High School) 6:30 - 7:45pm

For more information about Youth Groups contact Julia or Phillip Norton at (901)435-3614 or

[email protected].

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PRAYER & WORSHIP

Dennis Alcover Audrey Allen Jane Archer Deborah Barksdale Joe Barrow Ryan Barrow John Blount Alex Bouchard Glenna Bradshaw Olga Calvert Angela Capocaccia Parker Card Jessa Carter Pat Carter Cecilia Chiodo Lisa Chism Mary Claeys Joan Couture Rita Cremerius Bobby Crowe, Jr. Rita Dattilo Holly Dunehew Pam East Lou Ellmo Nora Fernandez Eliza Foley Debbie C. Ford Gary Ford Nicole Gagliano Jim Gaither Earl Gillespie Greg Gillen Barbara Glidewell Diana Goodrum Barbara Graves Patsy Griffin Chris Hall Jim Hall Pat Hoppe Danny Huddleston Martha Jackson Della Buckley Kent John King John Kirkland Kathy Kolby Claire Krebaum

Jo Anne LeBlanc Celeste Lepp Jose Lopez Lyn Lightcap Catherine Lowie Josiah McCarty Elijah McCarty Jeff McCulley John McLoskey Anne McWaters Robert Martin Matthew Mitchell Larry Mix Patrick O'Roark Martha Patterson Mila Padua Andy Piatchek Charles Puyrus Sherry Reber Nathan Reinoeh Jose Alberto Reyes Denise Rivers Oscar Rivera Donald Rodgers Anita Rounsefell Karen Ruffin Joe Sandlin Jean Schober Gail Simmons Gerald Smith Julie Stackpole Donna Stokes Nancy Thielemier John Trouy Jordan Vandewinckel Virginia Vierkandt Camille Warlick Sandra Warlick John Warner Helen Webb Matt Wielgosz Reed Williams Marc Wilson Mark Wright George Yohanek

SATURDAY, AUGUST 14 5:00PM † PAUL & ROSE CAROSENA by the Musolf family SUNDAY, AUGUST 15 7:15AM † JULIE PETSINGER by Jill Cord 8:45AM † DICK DAVIS by Jeannie Presley 10:30AM PARISH 12:15PM † MARGARET KARNES by Maureen Pratt 2:30PM † MIGUEL PEREZ by family MONDAY, AUGUST 16 8:15AM † GARLAND & MARY JANE BEST by Joan Best 12:00PM † MACARIO IBARRETA by Maria Paz Paig TUESDAY, AUGUST 17 8:15AM INT/MILA PADUA by Mike & Denise Yatsula 12:00PM INT/MIKE SMITH by the Swearingen family WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18 8:15AM † WARREN PETER by Marlene & Betty Ann 12:00PM † DONALD GARVEY by Linda Garvey Meisler THURSDAY, AUGUST 19 8:15AM † DICK DAVIS by Nick & Patsy Mayer 12:00PM † LARRY CATON by Mary Paz Paig FRIDAY, AUGUST 20 8:15AM INT/JOAN COUTURE by Mike & Denise Yatsula 12:00PM † JOHN SWEARINGEN by the Swearingen family SATURDAY, AUGUST 21 8:15AM † CHARLES GEIGER & MARY HARGRAVE by Joan Best 5:00PM † STAN MIEKICKI by Emelia Miekicki SUNDAY, AUGUST 22 7:15AM † WARREN PETER by Marlene & Betty Ann 8:45AM † MACARIO IBARRETA by Maria Paz Paig 10:30AM † LARRY DEMCHUCK by Marlene Demchuk 12:15PM † PARISH 2:30PM † CHARLIE GORHAM (Anniv.) by family

MASS INTENTIONS

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RETIRO MATRIMONIAL DE RESTAURACION Y SANACION Sabado, 4 de septiembre, 9AM a 9PM. 3570 Davieshire Dr, Bartlett, TN 38133. Rev. Jose Guadalupe Tapia, Rev. Robert Favazza, Fausto Reyes, Abraham Velasco. Para inscripciones o preguntas por favor de llamar a (901)628-5156, (901)596-3753. Costo $100/pareja. Tambien puede llenar la aplicacion en persona en 6850 Stage Rd, Bartlett, TN.

Procedimiento para Reportar Abuso Sexual

Cualquiera que tenga conocimiento o motivo para sospechar de algún incidente de abuso sexual debe reportar esta información, primeramente, a las autoridades civiles apropiadas al (877)237-0004, y luego al Director Diocesano para la Protección de los Niños y Jóvenes al (901)359-2027, o al Coordinador Diocesano de Asistencia a las Victimas al (901)652-4066.

FESTIVAL MULTICULTURAL DIOCESANO El Festival Multicultural Diocesano para mostrar y celebrar las diversas tradiciones, herencias y legados que contribuyen a conformar el mosaico cultural de nuestra diócesis. Estamos invitando a todos los que quieran compartir su legado cultural a través de la cocina, la música, la danza, actu-aciones y presentaciones, y artesanías locales o globales.

Sábado 28 de Agosto, 11AM- 7PM - Iglesia de San Luis (St. Louis Catholic Church), 203 S. White Station, 38117

Para mayor información y para participar, favor de contactar a: Sharon Kowalke en la Oficina de Pastoral: 901-373-1234 o al correo electrónico [email protected].

Sábado, 21 de Agosto de 1pm to 5pm

El e l campo de d eportes de la i gles ia

Trae tus sillas, cobijas y/o casas de campana

Habrá Hot dogs, Hamburguesas, Papas fritas, Sandía, y bebidas para todos.

PATROC INADO POR LOS CABALLEROS DE COLÓN

Visite nuestra feria de ministerios en el edificio parroquial!

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READ & REFLECT

They are courageous, wise women who ground us, focus us, and inspire us. They are the good mothers who walk with us and light our way. They teach us life lessons and help us heal and navigate through challenges and difficulties. We need people to point the way. Sometimes, these wise ladies are not our biological mothers but women in our lives who, through their strong, nurturing, and faithful presence, anchor us and remind us that we are loved. We need these women. Human beings flourish best when they have cheerleaders in their corner. They remind us that even when facing despair there is always a brighter tomorrow.

Jesus needed his mother. She had to be that faithful anchor, that guiding presence, in his life. Jesus needed to be affirmed and encouraged just like any other human being and Mary was there, right by his side, doing precisely that. Even when her heart was pierced as he was nailed to a tree,

she did not give up hope. She continued to wait, watch, hope, and

love until he took his final breath.

That’s what mothers do.

Even when their hearts break, they persevere.

Today, we are privileged to have the

Blessed Mother as own our cheerleader in our corner. Taken up to heaven, body and soul, she points

us to her Son and directs us toward our

final destiny.

Life eternal waits!

Any disappointment, fear, or anxiety can be

set aside as she gently reassures us

of God’s love and promise. Always a mother filled with

grace and hope, she calls us to reaffirm our faith in God and in the

gifts we have each been given. We can persevere and keep doing what we

need to do. We can live life well with faith, hope, and love as our touchstones.

Knowing who we are and who we will one day become helps us to better chart the course and direction of our earthly lives.

As we look to the example of our Blessed Mother, we receive all the assurance we need.

©LPi

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Procedure for Reporting Sexual Abuse

Anyone who has knowledge of or who has cause to suspect an incident of sexual abuse should report the information to the appropriate civil authorities first at (877)237-0004, then to Diocesan Child &

Youth Protection at (901)359-2027or Diocesan Victim Assistance at (901)652-4066.

PARISH MINISTRY FAIR - WE NEED YOU!!! - Saturday, August 21, 4-6PM and Sunday, August 22, 8AM - 2PM. On the same weekend that we gather for our Parish Picnic, St. Francis will host a Ministry Fair in the Parish Life Center showcasing the wonderful ways YOU can get involved at YOUR parish! Be sure to stop by the fair, either during the picnic, or Sunday after Mass. Your participation is vital in making ours a vibrant community!

Join us for the first meeting of the new year on Sunday, August 22nd at 6pm in Room 108 of the Parish Life Center. Our special guest speaker will be Fr. Joseph Hastings! Dinner is $15 and our menu will be spaghetti, ravioli, garden salad, and garlic bread. There will be no annual dues collected at this time. Be sure to call Ben Meisler (901)489-2433 to make your dinner reservation or to learn more about Good Friends!

DIOCESAN MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL - Saturday, August 28, 11AM- 7PM. St. Louis Catholic Church, 203 S. White Station, Memphis, TN 38117. As part of the Diocesan 50th Anniversary, join us as we showcase and celebrate different heritage traditions that contribute to our cultural tapestry. Taste global foods, enjoy a variety of music, performances and crafts. Free admission. Food tickets will be available for purchase. Two more Festivals will occur on September 11: at St. Mary’s, Jackson, 11a - 7p, and Union City, 6 to 9pm.

COUNTRYWOOD GARAGE SALE - September 17 & 18

Looking to clean out the attic, garage or just make some cash? The Knights of Columbus are accepting applications for spaces in

the St. Francis parking lot during the Countrywood Sale! Registration forms and rules are on tables in the narthex and in the church office. Don’t miss out on this popular event! For info., contact Tim Woodard, (478)832-2558.

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For more information about joining the Knights of Columbus, please contact Joe Pede at (901) 833-2975 or Greg Vandeven at (901) 486-2655.

SUFFERING AFTER ABORTION? Experience the healing love of Jesus at the Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat, Sept. 24-26. Talks by others who have had abortions and understand your suffering. Spiritual exercises for your healing journey. Strictly confidential. Experience God’s love, compassion and forgiveness! Contact Cathy: (901)463-3595, [email protected]. (877)HOPE4ME, rachelsvineyard.org.

HELP YOUR MARRIAGE - 25% of couples say they are ‘happily married.’ For everyone else, there is Retrouvaille. Those in frustrated, angry, or silent relationships can take advantage of Retrouvaille to help rebuild marriages. For confidential information or to register for the program beginning Sept. 3-5, call (800)470-2230, (615)523-0631, email: [email protected], or visit HelpOurMarriage.com. �

WINGS OF AVE MARIA "MEMPHIS ROCKS FALL" FASHION SHOW - Sunday, September 12, 2:00– 4:00pm, The University Club of Memphis, 1346 Central Avenue. Featuring 10 local boutiques, refreshments, and many door prizes! Tickets are $100/person for front row tickets or $50/person for general seating. Contact Mary Brown at (901)652-3115, or visit avemariahome.org. Proceeds benefit Ave Maria Home and St. Clare Health & Rehab residents.�

The Knights of Columbus invite all parishioners to our end-of-the-summer picnic on Saturday, August 21st! Bring the family and join us for an afternoon of fun and fellowship! See page 2 of this bulletin for all the details, and we'll see YOU there!

FRIENDS OF THE POOR WALK/RUN Please join us and walk or run the track at CBHS on Saturday, Sept. 25 at 9am to benefit the St. Vincent de Paul Food Mission! Participate as a Virtual Walker if you prefer. Registration is now open: Visit: svdpmemphis.org/friends21. There will be live music, food and t-shirt with registration, $25 min. donation per walker. Donate anytime at svdpmemphis.org/donate!�

"Taste & See" what Madonna Circle friends & fellowship are all about! Please RSVP to Amy:

SPECIAL ATHLESTS FUN DAY! - Saturday, September 18, beginning at 8AM. CBHS Stadium, 5900 Walnut Grove Rd. Games modeled after the Special Olympics for ages 6 through adult! Find out more or register an athlete at stannbartlett.org/special-athletes-fun-day.html. To register to volunteer, please call Nancy Gronostaj at (901) 388-8623, or Amy Burgess at (901) 832-8900.

ENGAGED/MARRIAGE PREP- Three to Get Married. OLQP Retreat Ctr. Aug. 28, 9a-5p. $125/couple (incl. lunch/materials). Covers communication, finances, NFP with the Lord at the center of it all. Register by email - [email protected].