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Tuesday, August 31, 2010

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Notice from St. Rose Regarding Father Thomas Euteneuer Event: Father Thomas Euteneuer will not be coming to St. Rose on September 8. He was called back to his diocese in a hurry by his bishop and will not be able to attend. People who bought tickets for this event can contact the St. Rose office for a full refund.

Catholic Charities needs volunteers. We are in need of individuals and families to adopt families who have been affected by the flood during the weekend of May 1 and 2. Even though months have passed, we still need people willing to lend a hand as people begin to rebuild their homes and their lives. The needs are varied from procuring needed household necessities and furniture to offering assistance filling out necessary documentation. If people would like to help, they can contact the Flood Hotline at (615)760-1027.

Catholic Charities of TN, Inc. requests your support by designating us on your United Way pledge card in the upcoming contribution campaigns. The designation numbers are # 572 for Catholic Charities and #7101 for Loaves and Fishes Community Meals for the Hungry. We depend heavily on United Way grants to reach out to the needy in our community. Please help us help others. Thank you for your generous support!

Catholic Charities has opened a Flood Relief Distribution Center at 7632 Highway 70 S., on the outer loop of the Bellevue Mall. The center is able to receive donations of furniture, household items (such as lamps, linens, and electronics), kitchen items (such as pots, dishes, and utensils), personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, and non-perishable food items. Hours of operation: 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Wednesday, Thursday, Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; 12-4 p.m. Sunday.

Fifty Forward Flood Recovery Assistance. Fifty Forward, a nonprofit Midstate agency that assists older adults, is offering flood recovery care management for those age 60 and older who were affected by the May flood. The agency, which has a center in Bellevue, will assist with FEMA and SBA applications, appeals, ongoing documentation, and other issues. Contact Stephany Gleadall, flood relief care manager, at sgleadall@fiftyforward.org or (615) 743-3483.

Cars For Help, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit charity, is working through Catholic Charities to help those in need with a program that allows for a tax deduction of at least $500 from the donation of a vehicle, in any condition, that you own. The program makes arrangements for towing and processing, and donors are free of cost and liability. To donate a vehicle, or for more information, call (630) 595-9272 or visit www.CarsForHelp.com.

For information on FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) assistance: www.DisasterAssistance.gov, www.fema.gov,or call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362).

2010 Flood Relief Tax Refund. New legislation passed by the General Assembly provides Tennessee sales tax relief for qualified individuals affected by the recent severe storms and flooding who must replace damaged or destroyed items. Eligible items include major appliances and residential furniture used in the individual’s primary residence with a purchase price of $3,200 or less per item and building supplies used for restoration of the individual’s primary residence with a purchase price of $500 or less per item. Individuals receiving disaster assistance from FEMA as a result of the severe storms and flooding that occurred in Tennessee between May 1-8, 2010 may request a refund of Tennessee sales tax paid on eligible items purchased between May 1 and September 30, 2010. Qualified individuals must submit their receipts of sales taxes paid on eligible items and may file only one claim for refund. The maximum amount of refund available to any one residence is $2,500. The last day to file a claim with the Department of Revenue is November 30, 2010. Items that are eligible for refund must be purchased directly by the individual receiving FEMA assistance. Items purchased by a contractor making repairs to the individual’s home are not eligible for refund. Individuals will be asked to provide documentation verifying the assistance they received from FEMA. For the Natural Disaster Claim for Refund form and detailed information visit: http://www.state.tn.us/revenue/misc/floodrelief.htm. Questions: (800) 342-1003 or (615) 253-0600 or e-mail TN.Revenue@tn.gov .

Volunteers needed: Hope Clinic for Women, with locations in downtown Nashville and Spring Hill, is seeking Spanish speaking volunteers who are able to translate and who could become a client mentor. If interested, please send an e-mail to Cheri at cseefeldt@hopeclinicforwomen.org.

Camp Marymount Needs Part-Time Team Building Instructors for the Sun Trail Program. The Sun Trail program is for youth and adults and includes a low ropes course, teambuilding initiatives, and outdoor education. Training is provided. If you like working with people and being outdoors and are looking for some extra income during the Fall and Spring, please contact Lindsey Davis (615) 799-0410 or e-mail lindsey@campmarymount.com.

Calvary Cemetery is seeking a General Laborer on an “as needed” basis. Pay is $15/hr. For more details, go to www.dioceseofnashville.com and click on “Employment Opportunities.”

JPII High School Job Opportunity. Pope John Paul II High School in Hendersonville has an immediate opening for Director of Finance and Operations for the 2010-11 school year. For information: http://jp2hs.org/jobs.

The Hand in Hand Program at Pope John Paul II High School in Hendersonville is accepting applications for the 2010-2011 school year. The HIH Program serves high-school aged students with intellectual disabilities. The program includes individualized education plans, small group instruction, and enrollment in inclusion classes. Contact program coordinator Adrienne Parks (615) 822-2375 or atadrienne.parks@jp2hs.org.

St. Joseph School in Madison is accepting applications for the upcoming school year for grades PreK-8. St. Joseph School is SACS accredited and bus service is available in some areas. For information, call the school office at (615) 865-1491 or visit www.stjosephnashville.org.

Holy Rosary Admissions: Applications for the 2010-2011 school year for kindergarten are now being accepted. Applications are also being accepted for grade 1-8 with limited spaces available. Contact Rosemary Neely (615) 883-1108 or neelyr@holyrosary.edu for more information. Holy Rosary is also considering the possibility of a pre-K program for ages 4-5 in the near future. If you have an interest in such a program, please contact the school office at (615) 883-1108.

St. John Vianney Catholic School is now accepting applications for grades Pre-K3 through 8. We are a SACS accredited school in Gallatin, offering an excellent academic program with a 12:1 student to teacher ratio. Spaces are limited, please call for more information (615) 230-7048 or visit our website for an on-line application at www.sjvcs.net.

St. Philip Bookstore in downtown Franklin has a large selection of gifts and materials for various sacramental celebrations. Info: (615) 794-4236.

Loyola Institute for Ministry Graduate Program. New LIMEX classes are forming now with the possibility of both daytime and evening groups. Please contact Pam Oralando, LIMEX liaison, at (615) 673-0281 or pamo54@comcast.net.

Golden Rule CSA pickup at St. Edward Church, 188 Thompson Lane, Nashville (Thursdays, May 13 thru November). Mennonite Farmers from Southern Kentucky will deliver fresh, organic produce to St. Edward every Thursday, 4-6 p.m., now until November. Golden Rule CSA shares are $17 a week, preferably paid in full when you start, but payment plans are available. For more information, and to reserve your share, contact GoldenRuleCSA@gmail.com with St. Edward's in the subject line or call Liz Meeks at 828-335-3700.

Vatican Splendors: A Journey through Faith and Art (May 15-Sept. 12) at the Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, MO. Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tuesdays 10 a.m. -8 p.m. The exhibit features approximately 170 rare works of art and historically significant objects, many of which have never left the Vatican. Tickets: $19.50 adults, $17 seniors, and $13 children (age 6-12). A parish advantage discount of $2 off each ticket is available until June 30. Use discount code: Parish. Info/tickets: www.vaticansplendors.com, www.mohistory.org, the Missouri History Museum box office, 1-877-282-8422, or Ticketmaster. A group discount (15 or more) is available by calling 1-800-916-8212, 314-361-9017, or sending an email to reserv@mohistory.org.

Retrouvaille Weekend (Sept. 10-12) in the Nashville area. Struggling in your Marriage? We can offer you Hope! Retrouvaille (Retro-vi) is a Christian peer ministry for struggling marriages that helps couples put the pieces back together and rebuild loving relationships. Retrouvaille is for married, separated, or divorced couples who need an open, honest, and respectful level of communication. The program consists of a weekend experience + 6 additional sessions to continue the healing process. Ongoing support is offered to couples who choose to continue their Retrouvaille experience. Confidentiality is assured. Info/registration: (800) 470-2230 or (615) 523-0631 or go online at: www.HelpOurMarriage.com.

Father Mark Beckman Leading a Pilgrimage to Italy (Sept. 13-22), 10 Day Pilgrimage includes: roundtrip airfare from Nashville, 8 nights accommodations, continental breakfast, 1 lunch and 2 dinners, a special farewell dinner, luxury motor coach for airport transfers in Italy and for specified sightseeing, Catholic Italian tour escort while in Europe, sightseeing per your itinerary, English speaking local guides, ½ day in Assisi, ½ day in Siena , ½ day in Florence, ½ day in Orvieto, 2 days in Rome, specified entrance fees, daily Mass, and hotel taxes and porterage for 1 piece of luggage. Early booking: $3,099 per person; double occupancy; price reflects a $70 discount for payment by cash or check. Info: Tricia Sharp (615) 646-0378 ext. 314 or (615) 550-5110.

The Long At-Home Retreat, St. Henry Church, 6401 Harding Pike, Nashville. (The retreat begins on September 17, 2010 and concludes on Friday, May 20, 2011). There are two ways this retreat can be made: Completely privately, just between you and God, or by coming together on Fridays with Rev. Steve Wolf, Associate Pastor at St. Henry Church, to share the gifts of the week. The optional weekly retreat meetings begin with an orientation led by Fr. Steve on September 17 and are on Fridays from Noon - 1 p.m. in the Parish Center Meeting Room. The meetings continue through the fourth week of Easter (every other week during Why Catholic). Pick up the first set of retreat materials after Masses at St. Henry on September 11 and 12, at the optional orientation on September 17, or at St. Henry’s office beginning September 13. To reserve a place at the orientation meeting, please call (615) 352-2259. Retreatants make a commitment to pray privately each day for 20 minutes to an hour with specific passages of scripture (following the recommendations of St. Ignatius of Loyola) for seven weeks (the first phase; the full retreat is 34 weeks). There is no fee for the retreat, but retreatants will be encourged to consider a gift of gratitude to their own community of faith or to someone in Nashville working for God’s poor. Info: (615) 352-2259 or Fr. Steve at ext. 122 or steve@idjc.info.

Cursillo Weekends (Sept. 30 and Oct. 7). The Men’s Cursillo weekend begins Sept. 30 at 7 p.m. at Camp Marymount. The Women’s Cursillo weekend begins Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. at Camp Marymount. Cursillo is a movement of the Catholic Church and provides a method for those desiring to grow in their spiritual life and to learn how to live better Christian lives in their everyday environments. Info: Jay Hoover (615) 260-2605 or visit www.nashvillecursillo.org.

2010 Advent Retreat (Dec. 3-5), from 6 p.m. Friday to 11 a.m. Sunday, St. Mary’s Sewanee Retreat Center, Monteagle,TN. Father Dexter Brewer will be the presenter. The theme of the retreat is “Waiting for the Lord.” The retreat will explore six passages in Scripture in which people are waiting for the Lord to act. The goal is to discern what we are waiting for in our own lives and to recognize the signs of Christ’s presence in our midst. The fee for the retreat is $275 for those staying overnight and $175 for commuters. The deposit is $50. Registration: www.stmaryssewanee.org.

Visitation Clinic Needs Your Help for Earthquake Relief. Visitation Clinic anticipates treating patients from cities between Port-au-Prince and Petite Riviere de Nippes in southwest Haiti. We are gearing up to receive more patients, especially as the exodus from Port-au-Prince continues to occur. In addition, patients in neighboring cities have been injured and need our help. We are in need of more medications and supplies. While we sustained some damage to our buildings, we are operational and plan to continue to provide good medical care for those seeking our assistance. To find out how you can help, please go to: www.visitationhospital.org. For more information call: Fran Rajotte (615) 673-3501 or (615) 390-6104.

The Ladies of Charity Welfare Office is in desperate need of men’s and children’s clothing (jeans, khaki pants, tee shirts, and socks). Drop off any items you would like to donate at 2212 State Street, Nashville, Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-3 p.m., or call Angela Henrick at (615) 292-5418 for more details.

Youth Needs at Refugee Services: We are seeking donations (during the months of July and Aug.) of these items for our school age youth: backpacks (new or gently used), ink pens (blue, black), ruled writing paper, three ring punched (school type), paper folders that hold standard, ruled, three hole punched writing paper. These items are needed for the upcoming school year. Info/location: Marcheta Claus, Catholic Charities Refugee Services, 10 S. 6th St., Nashville, (615) 760-2790.

Catholic Charities Refugee Services 2010-11 Winter Coat Drive (The drive starts Aug. 30 and will run until Jan. 31, 2011). Coats can be dropped off at 10 S. 6th Street, Nashville. If a Nashville area donor can gather 50 or more coats, we will schedule a pickup. Parishes can establish a coat area within their building and coordinate to arrange pickups as needed.

This drive will support newly arriving refugee clients with warm winter coats. The coats can be any size, style, color, or for any gender or age. We request that all coats be clean, all buttons be present, and that all zippers are in good working order. Please place coats in sturdy plastic trash bags. Gloves, mittens, hats, and scarves are needed as well. This year we anticipate needing 1,000 - 1,200 winter coats. Info: Marcheta Claus (615) 760-2790.

Refugee Resettlement Needs: We are running very low or are out of: sofas, kitchen table/chairs, coffee tables, beds, sheet sets for twin beds, pillows, twin/full/queen blankets or bedspreads, towel sets, silverware, pots & pans, mixing bowls shaving cream/razors, toothpaste, deodorant for women, soap, kitchen & bathroom cleaner, laundry detergent. Contact: Marcheta Claus, 10 S. 6th St., 615-760-2790.

Catholic Charities’ Caring Choices Program offers free pregnancy counseling to anyone experiencing a crisis or unplanned pregnancy. It also offers domestic and international adoption services. Info: (615) 352-3087 or www.cctenn.org.

Alive Grief Support Services, the bereavement support program of Alive Hospice, offers individual bereavement counseling and grief support groups for adults and children throughout the year. Anyone can take advantage of these services, regardless of whether a loved one was served by Alive Hospice. For more information about Alive Grief Support Services, call (615) 963-4732 or visit www.alivehospice.org.

Calvary Cemetery, owned and operated by the Catholic Diocese of Nashville, is the only Catholic Cemetery in Nashville. By choosing Calvary, you and your loved ones will be laid to rest in consecrated ground. For information on burial options, contact: Joe Wall (615) 256-4590 or joe.wall@calvarycemeterynashville.com.

Daily Events Calendar

SEPTEMBER

2 Thursday

Serra Club of Williamson County Monthly Meeting, 6 p.m., St. Philip Church, 113 Second Ave. S., Franklin. A potluck dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. and Fr. Ed Steiner, Pastor of the Cathedral, will be guest speaker. Guests are welcome!

2 Thursday

Serra Club of Williamson County Potluck Dinner w/Speaker, 6 p.m., St. Philip Church, 113 Second Ave, S., Franklin. 

5 Sunday

Organ Recital, 3:30 p.m., Cathedral, 2015 West End Ave., Nashville. Wm. Glenn Osborne will present an eclectic recital of shorter works for organ. A native of Nashville, Mr. Osborne holds degrees from Westminster Choir College and the University of Notre Dame. He is the Director of Liturgical Music for the Catholic Diocese of Orlando and was previously Director of Music and Organist at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany, NY. The recital is free and all are welcome.

7 Tuesday

Natural Family Planning (NFP) Class Series 5, 7-9:30 p.m., Christ the King Church, 3001 Belmont Blvd., Nashville. The fee is $75 per couple for the series of three sessions. Info: Lori Pezzi (615) 445-2160.

8 Wednesday

10 Friday

Retrouvaille Weekend, Sept. 10-12, Nashville area. Struggling in your Marriage? We can offer you Hope! Retrouvaille (Retro-vi) is a Christian peer ministry for struggling marriages that helps couples put the pieces back together and rebuild loving relationships. Retrouvaille is for married, separated, or divorced couples who need an open, honest, and respectful level of communication. The program consists of a weekend experience + 6 additional sessions to continue the healing process. Ongoing support is offered to couples who choose to continue their Retrouvaille experience. Confidentiality is assured. Info/registration: (800) 470-2230 or (615) 523-0631 or go online at: www.HelpOurMarriage.com.

11 Saturday

Diocesan Engaged Couples’ Retreat, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Scarritt-Bennett Center, Laskey Hall, 1008 19th Ave. S., Nashville. The fee is $150 per couple. Info: Barbara Schubert (615) 383-6393.

Nashville Catholic Business Women's League Fall Fashion Show, Luncheon, and Silent Auction, with fashions presented by the French Shoppe, 10:30 a.m., Hillwood Country Club, Nashville. Tickets: $40 per person, benefiting scholarships at St. Cecilia Academy, Father Ryan HS, and Pope John Paul II HS. Info: Lynn Chaffin (615) 383-1243 or lynn_chaffin@yahoo.com.

St. Pius X Century Club Gala, 2800 Tucker Rd., Nashville. The schedule is: Mass at 4:30 p.m. con-celebrated by Bishop Choby, horse' devours 5:30–7 p.m., dinner 7-8:30 p.m., and entertainment 8:30–10 p.m. Enjoy a fun evening with dinner, drinks, and music. Take a chance to win the grand prize, a partial scholarship to any Catholic School in the Nashville Diocese or a cash option. St. Pius X Church uses proceeds from this event to help St. Pius X Academy with tuition assistance. Info: beth.wilkerson@dioceseofnashville.com or Theresa Calvo at calvo-n-cat@comcast.net.

16 Thursday 

Serra Club of Williamson County Mass, Program, and Coffee, 9 a.m., St. Philip Church, 113 Second Ave., S., Franklin.

17 Friday

Living In Love: A Couples Retreat. Retreat Sept. 17-19 at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 200 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad, Indiana. Come and celebrate your spousal love together by exploring ways to deepen that lifelong love on a special weekend retreat. Fr. Noël Mueller, OSB, will use conferences and video presentations to encourage you to explore the beauties of your commitment. A special banquet will allow you to celebrate your committed love. Fee: $375 per couple. Reservations: (800) 581-6905.

18 Saturday

Ann & Monroe Carell Conference, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., Holy Family Church, 9100 Crockett Rd., Brentwood. This year’s program features two keynote speakers, Ralph Martin and Fr. Lou Molinelli, with breakout sessions in the afternoon on a variety of topics. Info/registration: www.dioceseofnashville.com or Sheri Isham, catechetical coordinator, (615) 783-0757.

21 Tuesday

Natural Family Planning (NFP) Class Series 5, 7-9:30 p.m., Christ the King Church, 3001 Belmont Blvd., Nashville. The fee is $75 per couple for the series of three sessions. Info: Lori Pezzi (615) 445-2160.

24 Friday

Service: The Primary Response to the Real Presence in the Eucharist. Retreat Sept. 24-26 at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 200 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad, Indiana. This retreat will explore the passages of the Hebrew Scriptures and the Gospels that speak of the presence of God in word and sacrament. Mary is a prime model for what Jesus demands of those who receive him into their bodies at communion. How can we do any less than she? Fr. Jeremy King, OSB, will lead the retreat. Fee: $225 single, $375 double. Reservations: (800) 581-6905.

Camp Marymount Catholic Camp will host the Marymount Open Scholarship Scramble (MOSS, registration 7:30 a.m., shotgun start at 8 a.m., Harpeth Hills golf course. The tournament will be a four person team scramble format. There will also be prizes for closest to pin and longest drive. The only way some families can afford to send children to camp is with scholarship funds raised through the MOSS tournament. Camp Marymount is a home away from home each summer for more than 600 campers who want to experience summer camp in the Catholic tradition. The registration fee of $100 per person includes greens fee and carts, a goody bag, breakfast, and lunch. For information about Camp Marymount, sponsorship opportunities, or to register to play visit www.campmarymount.com, or call (615) 799-0410.

St. Luke Fall International Festival, 6 p.m., St. Luke Catholic Church 10682 Old Nashville Highway, Smyrna. The festival raises money for capital improvements and building additions to the church and is open to the entire community. Friday evening enjoy a Filipino meal and karaoke. For more information call Bill or Susan Elliott (615) 459-5432.

25 Saturday  

St. Luke Fall International Festival & Yard Sale, 7 a.m.- 5 p.m., St. Luke Catholic Church, 10682 Old Nashville Hwy, Smyrna. The annual community wide fall festival fundraiser starts at 7 a.m. with a yard and craft sale and a Knights of Columbus country breakfast. International and American foods are available from 11 a.m. -1 p.m. and throughout the day there will be a silent auction, games for all ages, live music, and much more. The festival raises money for capital improvements and building additions to the church. All are invited, admission is free. To reserve vendor space, call Kathy Nichols (615) 459-9672 or email Kath.stluke123@comcast.net. For more information call Bill or Susan Elliott at (615) 459-5432.

OCTOBER

1 Friday

Belmont Community Fine Art Show and Sale, October 1-3, Christ the King School, 3105 Belmont Blvd., Nashville. The schedule is: Friday, Oct. 1 Preview Party from 6-9 p.m. - $10 admission. Saturday, Oct. 2 from 11 a.m. -7 p.m. (no admission). Sunday, Oct. 3 from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. (no admission). Over 50 local artisans will show and sell their fabulous work, benefiting Christ the King School. This year’s show brings over 40 artists to the Christ the King campus. Oils, watercolors, sculptors, stone masons, and jewelers will all be on hand to sell their works. The featured artist is Shannon Haas. Info: www.ctkart.com.

Living the Rule of St. Benedict. Retreat Oct. 1-3 at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 200 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad, Indiana. This retreat will focus on the text of the holy Rule of St. Benedict. Much of its wisdom applies to the lives of busy Christians. Fr. Harry Hagan, OSB, will lead this retreat on finding a balance in living, praying the Scriptures (especially the psalms), and making love concrete and practical—both the love of God and the love of our neighbor. Fee: $225 single, $375 double. Reservations: (800) 581-6905. 

3 Sunday

Tridentine Liturgy, 12:30 p.m., Assumption Church, 1227 Seventh Ave. N., Nashville. This Mass in normally celebrated on the third Sunday of each month, but is rescheduled (only this one time) in October to the first Sunday of the month. Also, Fr. Fred Schmit, SDS, is no longer available to say the Mass. The priest that is taking over is Fr. Clare Hendricks, a retired naval chaplain residing in Columbia, TN. Info: parish office (615) 256-2729 or Ann Kanengieter (615) 783-0256.

Annual Living Rosary, 3 p.m., Cathedral, 2015 West End Ave., Nashville. Info: Tommie Kain (615) 269-4796.

5 Tuesday

1st Annual Congregation Inclusion Conference, 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m., Holiday Inn Express, 920 Broadway, Nashville. Religious leaders and educators, individuals with disabilities and their families, and disability service providers are invited to participate in this inaugural event designed to accelerate congregational accessibility so that people with disabilities and their families can have deeper access into the community life of congregations throughout Tennessee. Fee: $49 before Sept. 24 and $59 after Sept. 24 (fee covers meals, snacks, and a CD of resources). A limited number of scholarships are available. To request a scholarship: (615) 322-5658 or toll-free (866) 936-8852. For discounted room reservations: (615) 244-0150 or toll-free (888) 443-7829. Info/registration: http://kc.vanderbilt.edu/congregationinclusion/. Sponsored by Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities and Faith for ALL . 

Natural Family Planning (NFP) Class Series 5, 7-9:30 p.m., Christ the King Church, 3001 Belmont Blvd., Nashville. The fee is $75 per couple for the series of three sessions. Info: Lori Pezzi (615) 445-2160.

16 Saturday

Diocesan Engaged Couples’ Retreat, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Scarritt-Bennett Center, Laskey Hall, 1008 19th Ave. S., Nashville. The fee is $150 per couple. Info: Barbara Schubert (615) 383-6393.

NOVEMBER

2 Tuesday

Natural Family Planning (NFP) Class Series 6, 7-9:30 p.m., Christ the King Church, 3001 Belmont Blvd., Nashville. The fee is $75 per couple for the series of three sessions. Info: Lori Pezzi (615) 445-2160.

13 Saturday

Diocesan Engaged Couples’ Retreat, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Scarritt-Bennett Center, Laskey Hall, 1008 19th Ave. S., Nashville. The fee is $150 per couple. Info: Barbara Schubert (615) 383-6393.

16 Tuesday

People of Faith Against the Death Penalty’s National Conference, Nov. 16 and 17. This interfaith conference on religious action on the death penalty will be held at Emory University in Atlanta, GA. Sister Helen Prejean is serving as the Honorary Chair. This conference is part of a new effort to help the movement to repeal the death penalty and build new levels of support among religious communities nationwide. Info: www.tcask.org.

Natural Family Planning (NFP) Class Series 6, 7-9:30 p.m., Christ the King Church, 3001 Belmont Blvd., Nashville. The fee is $75 per couple for the series of three sessions. Info: Lori Pezzi (615) 445-2160.

30 Tuesday

Natural Family Planning (NFP) Class Series 6, 7-9:30 p.m., Christ the King Church, 3001 Belmont Blvd., Nashville. The fee is $75 per couple for the series of three sessions. Info: Lori Pezzi (615) 445-2160.

DECEMBER

3 Friday

2010 Advent Retreat, Dec. 3-5, from 6 p.m. Friday to 11 a.m. Sunday, St. Mary’s Sewanee Retreat Center, Monteagle,TN. Father Dexter Brewer will be the presenter. The theme of the retreat is “Waiting for the Lord.” The retreat will explore six passages in Scripture in which people are waiting for the Lord to act. The goal is to discern what we are waiting for in our own lives and to recognize the signs of Christ’s presence in our midst. The fee for the retreat is $275 for those staying overnight and $175 for commuters. The deposit is $50. Registration: www.stmaryssewanee.org.

Weekly/Monthly Events

Tridentine Liturgy, 12:30 p.m., third Sunday of each month, Assumption Church, 1227 Seventh Ave. North, Nashville. Father Fred Schmit, SDS, Fr. Clare Hendricks will be the celebrant. Info: parish office (615) 256-2729 or Ann Kanengieter (615) 783-0256. Please Note: In October the Mass will be celebrated on October 3 at 12:30 p.m. This Mass in normally celebrated on the third Sunday of each month, but is rescheduled (only this one time) in October to the first Sunday of the month. Also, Fr. Fred Schmit, SDS, is no longer available to say the Mass. The priest that is taking over is Fr. Clare Hendricks, a retired naval chaplain residing in Columbia, TN.

Tridentine Liturgy, 6 a.m., second Sunday of every month, St. Catherine Church, 3019 Cayce Lane, Columbia.

Tridentine Liturgy, 4 p.m., fourth Sunday of every month, St. Catherine Church, 3019 Cayce Lane, Columbia.

Mass for Vocations, 7:15 a.m., second Tuesday of every month, Father Ryan High School, 700 Norwood Dr., Nashville. Sponsored by Serra Club of Nashville.

Eucharistic Adoration and Benediction, For vocations to the priesthood and religious life, 5-6 p.m., every Tuesday, Christ the King Church, 3001 Belmont Blvd., Nashville. Sponsored and supported by the Serra Club of Nashville and the Diocesan Vocation Office.

Please note a new day, time, and location for the Evening of Discernment (Beginning Wednesday, September 22 the Evening of Discernment will be held on the fourth Wednesday of every month):

Evening of Discernment. Men 18 and over considering a call to ordained priesthood are invited to an Evening of Discernment on the fourth Wednesday of every month at the Cathedral, 2015 West End Ave., Nashville. The evening will begin with Mass at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner and discussion. For more information contact Tom Samoray (615) 783-0754 or tom.samoray@dioceseofnashville.com.

Evening of Prayer, 6 p.m., Assumption Church, 1227 Seventh Ave. N., Nashville. In honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Assumption Church is hosting an evening of prayer in reparation for the sins of abortion and other blasphemies sweeping our land. Schedule: 6-7 p.m. Confessions, 6:15 p.m. Rosary and Prayers of Reparation, 7 p.m. Holy Mass with Consecration of families to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This evening of prayer will take place every third Thursday of the month. Info: Marilyn Cox (615) 851-8263 or stdominic@bellsouth.net.

Adoration – St. Joseph Church, after 8 a.m. Mass on Fridays until just before 8 a.m. Mass on Saturday, St. Joseph Church, 1225 Gallatin Road S., Madison.

Adoration Sundays for Vocations, 4-4:45 p.m., Sundays, St. Joseph Church, 1225 Gallatin Road S., Madison.

Hour of Adoration with concluding prayers for Priests and Religious and for Vocations to the Priesthood and Religious Life, 5 p.m., first Thursday of every month, St. Andrew Church, 829 Valley View Drive, Sparta. Info: Church office (931) 738-2140 or www.standrewwsparta.com.

Adoration for Vocations to the Priesthood and Religious Life, 7 p.m., first Thursday of every month, St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 421 N. Washington Ave., Cookeville. Info: Church office (931) 526-2575.

Continuous Vigil with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, first Friday of every month , 8 a.m. Friday until 8 a.m. Saturday, St. Matthew Church, 535 Sneed Road W., Franklin. All are welcome. Info: (615) 646-0378. 

First Friday Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction, 7-8 p.m., first Friday of every month, Holy Name Church, 521 Woodland Street, Nashville. Info: (615) 254-8847.

Adoration – Cathedral, 12:30-5:30 p.m., last Sunday of every month, 2015 West End Ave., Nashville. Info: (615) 327-2330.

Divorced, Separated or Widowed Support Group, 7 p.m., every Wednesday, St. Stephen Catholic Community, 14544 Lebanon Road, Old Hickory. For more information, contact Lucretia Baxa (615) 883-5351.

Natural Family Planning Class, 2-4 p.m., every third Sunday of the month, Our Lady of the Lake Parish, 1729 Stop 30 Rd., Hendersonville. Registration/info: Tim and Mary Beth Callahan nfpnashville@bellsouth.net or (615) 483-7676.

Engaged Couples’ Retreat, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m., Scarritt-Bennett Center, 1016 18^th Avenue S., Nashville. The 2010 retreat dates are: July 17, August 14, September 11, October 16, and November 13. Info: Barbara Schubert (615) 383-6393.

The Catholic Business League Monthly Breakfast, 7 a.m., second Thursday of each month at the Martin Center in Brentwood.

Free Support Services for Cancer Patients, Survivors, and Families from St. Thomas, Baptist, and Middle Tennessee Medical Center:

“Pre-Op Education Class” for recently diagnosed breast cancer patients:

1-2 p.m., every Wednesday at St. Thomas Breast Center

1-2 p.m., every Thursday at Middle Tennessee Medical Center Cancer Center

9:30-10:30 a.m., every Friday at Baptist Breast Center. Info: (615) 284-LADY.

Licensed Clinical Counselor, Pat Hutchinson. 4 free sessions for cancer patients and family members. Services available at Baptist, Saint Thomas and MTMC.

To RSVP for all free classes and groups or for more information on any programs: (615) 222-3234.

Fee for: Massage Therapy, Facials/Spa Treatments, and Acupuncture. Please call to reserve your spot in all activities! Patient and employee discounts.

Therapeutic Massage appointments available Monday-Saturday at St. Thomas and Baptist with:

Angela Lane, LMT (615) 521-5937

Randy Pendergrass, LMT (615) 496-3973

Licensed Aesthetician providing facials and skin care treatments. Appointments available Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at Baptist and St. Thomas. Meghan Donbeck (615) 974-0615.

RN and Board Certified Acupuncturist, by appointment, at St. Thomas and Baptist. Omar Jutte (615) 438-8234.

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