Holy Rosary Catholic Church

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

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First Time Mass F.A.Q.

1. How long is Mass?

The celebration of Mass usually lasts from 55 to 75 minutes. You are encouraged to stay until the priest and other ministers process out of church.

2. How do I know what is going on?

If you would like to read along with the prayers or Bible readings at Mass, books in the pews (called “missals”) contain almost all of the texts. These books can be a bit confusing at times, so don’t be afraid to ask someone nearby for help finding the right page. However, one doesn’t need to follow along – if you’re comfortable, just listen and pray along in your own words.

3. Do I need to give to the collection?

Collection baskets are passed person-to-person down each pew. The collection is used to support the various ministries of the church, including charitable outreach. Occasionally, a second collection will be taken for a diocesan program or some other need. Neither visitors nor registered members are required to give.

4. Do I have to shake hands with people?

After praying the Lord’s Prayer — the Our Father — we exchange a sign of peace. This is usually a handshake or, between couples and families, a kiss or hug. If you are not comfortable with this gesture, you are not obligated to participate, a smile is fine.

5. Can I receive communion?

To read the guidelines for the reception of Holy Communion please click here.

6. How should I dress?

As a visitor, you are our honored guest — please dress as you are comfortable. We encourage respectful dress for Mass that helps us embody the idea that Mass is the high-point of our week. Some parishioners wear suits and business attire to Sunday worship, and others dress more casually.

7. Do I have to identify myself as a visitor?

No. Our parish will not ask you to raise your hand  or be identified in any way. However, if you would like to talk to someone when you attend  Mass, please feel free to speak with Fr. Patrick Gallagher or one of the greeters welcoming you to worship.

8. Do I need to bring anything?

Bring a heart open to hearing the Word of God! Readings from Scripture and hymnals are located in the pew.

Church News

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  • Seminarian Dinner
  • Diocesan Strategic Planning
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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

June 2023

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

    Facility Name: 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)

    Facility Name: 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)

    Facility Name: 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)

    Facility Name: 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)

    Facility Name: 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)

    Facility Name: 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)

    Facility Name: 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)

    Facility Name: 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)

    Facility Name: 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)

    Facility Name: 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)

    Facility Name: 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)

    Facility Name: 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)

    Facility Name: 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)

    Facility Name: 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)

    Facility Name: 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)

    Facility Name: 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)

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

    Facility Name: 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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