The people of upper East Tennessee near the North Carolina border are working to piece their lives back together amid the devastation wrought by Hurricane Helene. And the Catholic parishes of this region have joined together in leading disaster-relief efforts as communities suddenly found themselves without water, communications, basic necessities, and even roads to access critical assistance.
The Young Adult Ministry Office is inviting you to participate in a Marian consecration, 33 days of prayer and preparation followed by placing trust in the guidance, protection, and intersession of Mary.
A special collection to support diaconate formation will take place Oct. 12-13. Gifts made will assist with the cost of formation for men preparing for ordination to the permanent diaconate.
There will be a second collection at all Masses this weekend, Oct. 5-6, to go toward providing relief to those in need in the diocese who have been impacted by Hurricane Helene.