Current Announcements
Go to the Diocese of Memphis website for information on Week of Prayer for Christian Unity January 18-25 and Women’s Morning of Spirituality: Saturday, February 4, 2023
We ask that you keep Father Francis in your prayers as he journeys to the Motherland for the funeral of his sister. In his absence, Father Paschal Onunwa will be at our parish throughout the month of January. Let's welcome him.
We ask that you keep Father Francis in your prayers as he journeys to the Motherland for the funeral of his sister. In his absence, Father Paschal Onunwa will be at our parish throughout the month of January. Let's welcome him.
Virtus training (Protecting God's Children) will be held on February 25th in Mizicko Hall from 10am to 2pm. Class is approximately 4 hrs. It is a requirement for all who interact in any way with children or youth at St. Augustine. For more information and to register, contact the church office 901-774-2297 or Pat Perry 901-789-1397 or Helen Oliver 901-216-6427.
Attn: All St. Augustine organizations. Beginning Monday, November 28. we are asking members of the organizations to take advantage of this time to clean out their individual storage spaces. We currently have a dumpster on the property that may be used to discard your unwanted items. Please plan on cleaning out your areas as soon as possible while we still have the dumpster on the property. The office is open from 9am to 3pm.
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In person Bible study continues each Friday except First Friday at 11:00am - 12 noon in Mizicko Hall. Come and join us. On First Friday each month, Bible Study is held on Thursday. |
The Saint Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary is leading the Rosary at 10:30am before the 11am Mass starting on September 11. The Ladies Auxiliary invites the St. Augustine family to join them for these powerful and inspirational prayers.
Missing In Action?
Have you noticed that a church member has not attended church in a while? If so, kindly call or if ok with them, offer to visit or invite them to worship, for we are one body.
Hebrews 10:25
English Standard Version
25 not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near
Evangelization Committee
Please keep our sick and shut-in parishioners and their families (listed in the weekly bulletin) in your prayers.
Welcome our new catechumens and candidates who begin their journey for membership in our church. L - R Charmaine Claxton, Jalisha Toy and Zikeya Rawlings.
Click on the image above for an important message from our parishioner, Verna Green.
Congratulations to our church member and Parish Council Member – Nykesha Cole – recently appointed Shelby County New Arts and Culture Liaison!!
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Click here for information about the following Youth Retreat sponsored by our diocese.
PILGRIMAGE TO FATIMA, LOURDES AND SPAIN
May I invite you to join me on a walk with the saints March 20-29, 2023. The pilgrimage company handling this is 206 Tours. Their number is 800-206-TOUR (8687), fax Fax: 631-361-3682.
Their postal address is:
206 Tours Inc.
1000 Health Park Dr.
Suite 430
Brentwood, TN 37027
sales@206tours.com
May I invite you to join me on a walk with the saints March 20-29, 2023. The pilgrimage company handling this is 206 Tours. Their number is 800-206-TOUR (8687), fax Fax: 631-361-3682.
Their postal address is:
206 Tours Inc.
1000 Health Park Dr.
Suite 430
Brentwood, TN 37027
sales@206tours.com
The Catholic Diocese of Memphis announced that Kadesha Gordon is now the new Principal of our Immaculate Conception Cathedral School. She is also a member of St. Augustine and the daughter of George and Wanda Gordon of the parish. A lifelong Catholic, Ms. Gordon is a 2003 graduate of Watkins Overton High School and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from Stillman College, a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in Tuscaloosa, Alabama; and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Union University in Jackson, Tennessee. She is also currently pursuing a Master of Social Work from Union. She is a dedicated mother to two boys, Colin and Cooper, who attend Holy Rosary Catholic School.
Ms Gordon recently quoted. "My commitment to children has been curated by my faith, education, motherhood, and 13 years of practical experience, and it includes three tenets: I support the whole child, mind, body, and spirit; I respect and believe in the power of classroom teachers and support staff; and I build the community village to meet the needs of all children. I bring these tenets with me as I humbly assume leadership of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral School."
All of St. Augustine Parish wish Ms Gordon well.
Ms Gordon recently quoted. "My commitment to children has been curated by my faith, education, motherhood, and 13 years of practical experience, and it includes three tenets: I support the whole child, mind, body, and spirit; I respect and believe in the power of classroom teachers and support staff; and I build the community village to meet the needs of all children. I bring these tenets with me as I humbly assume leadership of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral School."
All of St. Augustine Parish wish Ms Gordon well.
The Friends of St. Francis recognized the following parishioners recently.
Loletha Norman (left) who completed all the requirements for an Associates Degree in General Education from LeMoyne-Owen College were the recipients. Denise Collins Thomas (right) received a Doctor of Business Administration Degree with a concentration in Healthcare Administration from Northcentral University. Pat Perry (center) made the acknowledgements. |
Henry Snowden (one of our candidates for the diaconate) pictured here with his wife Dr. Ruby Snowden (front/left) was recognized by the Friends of St. Francis. Presentation was made by members Yvonne Davis (back/left) and Pat Perry (back/right).
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The Committee on School Facility Usage has been established to make recommendations on what will be the best use of our school. The committee will convene to discuss all ideas and submit the top three proposals to the parish council for review and make a final recommendation to Father Francis for a decision. Please know several groups and organizations have reached-out to use our school facility. To make this process transparent, and to ensure we have the input from the entire parish, a suggestion box will be placed in the narthex for anyone to put ideas and suggestions so the committee can discuss them. If you prefer, you can also speak to anyone on the committee, including Mr. Jesse Johnson, Ms. Audrey Conley, Ms. Nykesha Cole, Mr. Reginald Peyton, or Mr. Monte Flowers. Thank you for your suggestions and input to make the best use of our school building.
