Holy Rosary Catholic Church

Proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ to East Memphis since 1954.

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Baptism

Parents wishing to have a child (6 years old and under) baptized are required to attend a Baptism Preparation Class prior to setting a date. Please call the Church Office at (901) 767-6949 with any questions or to schedule a child’s baptism.

The role of a godparent is significant aspect of the sacrament.  Godparents should be chosen carefully for their visible witness to the Catholic faith and the example they will provide to the person being baptized.  To qualify as either a godparent or a confirmation sponsor, a person must be a practicing Catholic who is at least 16 years of age.  He or she must have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist.  The person must be living a life in harmony with the faith.  If the person is married, their marriage must be valid according to the norms of the Church.  If the person is single, they should be practicing chastity.  For godparents/sponsors who are members of a parish other than Holy Rosary , a letter from their pastor confirming their eligibility to be a godparent/sponsor must be presented.

Due to the changes that would be required during the Mass, our Mass times, and since the Order of Baptism itself states, Baptisms “should not be done too often” during Mass, infant baptisms at Holy Rosary customarily take place outside of Mass. (Order of Baptism of Children: Introduction ¶9)

If you are a member of Holy Rosary and are seeking to be a Godparent at another parish please read our page on Requesting a Letter of Good Standing.

Theology of the Sacrament of Baptism

In his dialogue with Nicodemus, Jesus taught that Baptism was necessary for salvation. “No one can enter the kingdom of God without being born of water and Spirit” (Jn 3:5). After his Resurrection, Jesus met with the eleven Apostles and gave them the commission to preach the Gospel and baptize, telling them, “Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved” (Mk 16:16).

The word baptism in its origins is Greek and means “immersion” and “bath.” Immersion in water is a sign of death and emersion out of the water means new life. To bathe in water is also to undergo cleansing. Saint Paul sums up this truth when he says, “You were buried with him in baptism, in which you were also raised with him through faith in the power of God, who raised him from the dead” (Col 2:12).

The origin and foundation of Christian Baptism is Jesus. Before starting his public ministry, Jesus submitted himself to the baptism given by John the Baptist. The waters did not purify him; he cleansed the waters. “He comes to sanctify the Jordan for our sake . . . to begin a new creation through the Spirit and water” (St. Gregory Nazianzen, Liturgy of the Hours, I, 634).

Jesus’ immersion in the water is a sign for all human beings of the need to die to themselves to do God’s will. Jesus did not need to be baptized because he was totally faithful to the will of his Father and free from sin. However, he wanted to show his solidarity with human beings in order to reconcile them to the Father.

By commanding his disciples to baptize all nations, he established the means by which people would die to sin—Original and actual—and begin to live a new life with God.

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Welcome to Holy Rosary

Glory to Jesus Christ!

It is with great pleasure that I say, “Welcome to Holy Rosary!” I hope you will find our parish a “home” for you to grow spiritually and to experience the Lord in and through this community of faith. Whether you’re just visiting us for a brief time, looking for a new parish home, are returning to the practice of your Catholic faith or are interested in finding out more about the Catholic Church, we’re happy to have you here.

A parish is a community of believers and a spiritual family  that is supportive and loving. It can be a place to grow spiritually, to put your faith in action, and to use our gifts of time and talent as disciples of Christ.

We look forward to answering any questions you may have.  Please know that you can connect with us on Facebook or contact us by phone or email.  You are always welcome to join us for Mass or for many of the events in our calendar.  We look forward to connecting with you here and hopefully seeing you in the life of the parish and school.

In Christ,
Fr. Patrick Gallagher

Church Calendar

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  • Adoration
    Adoration June 4, 2023  1:30 pm - 5:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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  • Legion of Mary
    Legion of Mary June 4, 2023  2:00 pm - 3:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Family Room)

    Facility Name: Family Room

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  • St. John Vianney Cenacle of Prayers for Priests
    St. John Vianney Cenacle of Prayers for Priests June 4, 2023  4:00 pm - 5:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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  • Boy Scout Meeting
    Boy Scout Meeting June 5, 2023  7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Boy Scout Room)

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  • Youth Schola Cantorum
    Youth Schola Cantorum June 6, 2023  5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 4851 Park Ave, Memphis, TN 38117-5600 (Youth Group Room)

    Facility Name: Youth Group Room

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  • Womens Guild
    Womens Guild June 6, 2023  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Family Room)

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  • Adoration
    Adoration June 7, 2023  1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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  • Bible Study
    Bible Study June 7, 2023  7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Parish Office)

    Facility Name: Parish Office

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  • Holy Rosary Mens Study Group
    Holy Rosary Mens Study Group June 7, 2023  7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Family Room)

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  • Adoration
    Adoration June 9, 2023  1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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  • Girl Scouts troop 13039
    Girl Scouts troop 13039 June 9, 2023  4:00 pm - 5:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Girl Scout Room)

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  • Respect Life Committee Meeting
    Respect Life Committee Meeting June 10, 2023  11:00 am - 12:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Family Room)

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  • Adoration
    Adoration June 11, 2023  1:30 pm - 5:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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  • Legion of Mary
    Legion of Mary June 11, 2023  2:00 pm - 3:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Family Room)

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  • Rosary Makers Meeting
    Rosary Makers Meeting June 12, 2023  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Teachers Lounge)

    Facility Name: Teacher's Lounge

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  • Boy Scout Meeting
    Boy Scout Meeting June 12, 2023  7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Boy Scout Room)

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  • Knights of Columbus Meeting
    Knights of Columbus Meeting June 12, 2023  7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Family Room)

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  • Holy Hour
    Holy Hour June 13, 2023  7:00 am - 8:00 am 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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  • Youth Schola Cantorum
    Youth Schola Cantorum June 13, 2023  5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 4851 Park Ave, Memphis, TN 38117-5600 (Youth Group Room)

    Facility Name: Youth Group Room

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  • Healing Holy Hour
    Healing Holy Hour June 13, 2023  7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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  • Adoration
    Adoration June 14, 2023  1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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  • Bible Study
    Bible Study June 14, 2023  7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Parish Office)

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  • Mens Study Group
    Mens Study Group June 14, 2023  7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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  • Mens Club Meeting
    Mens Club Meeting June 15, 2023  6:30 pm - 9:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Cafeteria)

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  • Adoration
    Adoration June 16, 2023  1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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  • Adoration
    Adoration June 18, 2023  1:30 pm - 5:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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  • Legion of Mary
    Legion of Mary June 18, 2023  2:00 pm - 3:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Family Room)

    Facility Name: Family Room

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  • Boy Scout Meeting
    Boy Scout Meeting June 19, 2023  7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Boy Scout Room)

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  • Youth Schola Cantorum
    Youth Schola Cantorum June 20, 2023  5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 4851 Park Ave, Memphis, TN 38117-5600 (Youth Group Room)

    Facility Name: Youth Group Room

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  • Womens Guild
    Womens Guild June 20, 2023  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Family Room)

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  • Adoration
    Adoration June 21, 2023  1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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  • Bible Study
    Bible Study June 21, 2023  7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Parish Office)

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  • Adoration
    Adoration June 23, 2023  1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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  • Girl Scouts troop 13039
    Girl Scouts troop 13039 June 23, 2023  4:00 pm - 5:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Girl Scout Room)

    Facility Name: Girl Scout Room

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  • Respect Life - Church
    Respect Life - Church June 24, 2023  1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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  • Adoration
    Adoration June 25, 2023  1:30 pm - 5:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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  • Legion of Mary
    Legion of Mary June 25, 2023  2:00 pm - 3:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Family Room)

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  • SVDP Meeting
    SVDP Meeting June 26, 2023  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 4851 Park Ave, Memphis, TN 38117-5600 (Parish Office Glass Conference)

    Facility Name: Parish Office Glass Conference

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  • Boy Scout Meeting
    Boy Scout Meeting June 26, 2023  7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Boy Scout Room)

    Facility Name: Boy Scout Room

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  • Youth Schola Cantorum
    Youth Schola Cantorum June 27, 2023  5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 4851 Park Ave, Memphis, TN 38117-5600 (Youth Group Room)

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  • Adoration
    Adoration June 28, 2023  1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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    Bible Study June 28, 2023  7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Parish Office)

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  • Adoration
    Adoration June 30, 2023  1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Church)

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Holy Rosary Catholic Church

4851 Park Avenue
Memphis, Tennessee 38117 
Phone: 901.767.6949 
Fax: 901.767.8504

Mass Times

Saturday Vigil: 4:30PM

Sunday: 7:30AM, 9:00AM, 10:30AM (Incense), and 12:15PM

Monday-Saturday: 6:15AM and 8:15AM

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