Five new members of the Church were confirmed at this year’s Easter Vigil, 4 candidates and 1 catechumen. José Martinez was St. Mary’s catechumen, meaning he was both baptized and confirmed. The other four candidates also received the Sacrament of Confirmation and included Fred Montkahaus, Jannetty Rodriquez, Oscar Martinez and Karina Rodriquez. The following slideshow contains photos from the Vigil:

Please join me in welcoming and congratulating the newest members of our community!

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Marriage Celebration 2013

by Scott on February 16, 2013

8478086728_ed975eaf6a_bBishop Stika celebrated a Mass for married couples of the Chattanooga Deanery on Saturday, February 9 at St. Mary’s. The Mass was followed by a reception where couples had their photo taken with the Bishop.

You’ll find the story at the East Tennessee Catholic.

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Lent

Lenten Guidelines and Resources

February 8, 2013

The season of Lent is upon us! Take a few minutes to watch this informative video from BustedHalo.com to learn more about Ash Wednesday and the practices of Catholics during Lent. The following Lenten observance information is taken from the USCCB website: Our observance of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, which falls on February 13 [...]

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Adult Education

Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University to Begin Next Week

February 5, 2013

This life-changing class taught by Dave Ramsey and the FPU teaching team on video and coordinated by Beth Pysell at Saint Mary Catholic Church in Athens, TN will help you achieve your financial goals by showing you how to eliminate debt, save for the future, and give like never before. You will be challenged and [...]

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Social

Super Bowl Party at Family Life Center

January 27, 2013

The Knights of Columbus are sponsoring our first annual Super Bowl party on Sunday, February 3rd. Join us at the Parish Family Life Center any time after 5:30 p.m. to watch the Baltimore Ravens and the San Francisco 49ers battle for the national championship in Super Bowl XLVII. For just $10 you’ll enjoy your fill [...]

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Funeral Mass

Leo Meyer Funeral Mass – Tuesday at 1:00 p.m.

January 27, 2013

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Leo Meyer on Tuesday, January 29th, at 1:00 p.m. There is a graveside service at the cemetary following the Mass, after which there will be a reception at the Parish Family Life Center. The following message is from Leo’s daughter, Karel Lea Biggs: This is Karel [...]

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Youth & Young Adult

St. Mary Youth Valentine Fundraiser

January 24, 2013

St. Mary Youth will be making homemade Valentines as a service project and fundraiser. We are making cards for all those in need of prayers on St. Mary prayer list and for all seniors receiving meals on wheels. We’re taking orders for those who would like a card sent to a loved one or friend [...]

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Funeral Mass

Funeral Mass Tomorrow for John Daly

January 24, 2013

A funeral Mass for St. Mary parishioner John Daly will be held Friday, January 25th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary. John passed away Monday after a long illness with cancer. Visitation is at 10am. The mass will be followed by a reception in the social hall.

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Special Masses

Mass to be Celebrated Twice Monthly at CPOP Retreat Center

January 14, 2013

Beginning January 22nd, Fr. Tom Moser, Associate Pastor of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, will celebrate Mass on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday monthly at 5:30 p.m. at the Christ Prince of Peace Retreat Center in Benton, TN. Mass will be held in the chapel housing 150+ first degree relics of Saints and surrounded by beautiful religious [...]

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Community

St. Mary Education Scholarship Program

December 30, 2012

Mission St. Mary Catholic Church,  Athens, Tennessee believes a successful college or technical education can lead to better employment prospects and can be life-changing in scope. The St. Mary Catholic Church Education Scholarship Program provides funding to qualified individuals for secondary education to achieve these life benefits.  The students and families who will benefit from [...]

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