Holy Rosary Catholic Church

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

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Guidelines for the Reception of Holy Communion

On November 14, 1996, the National Conference of Catholic Bishops approved the following guidelines on the reception of Communion. These guidelines replace the guidelines approved by the Administrative Committee of the NCCB in November 1986. The guidelines, which are to be included in missalettes and other participation aids published in the United States, seek to remind all those who may attend Catholic liturgies of the present discipline of the Church with regard to the sharing of Eucharistic Communion.

For Catholics

As Catholics, we fully participate in the celebration of the Eucharist when we receive Holy Communion. We are encouraged to receive Communion devoutly and frequently. In order to be properly disposed to receive Communion, participants should not be conscious of grave sin and normally should have fasted for one hour. A person who is conscious of grave sin is not to receive the Body and Blood of the Lord without prior sacramental confession except for a grave reason where there is no opportunity for confession. In this case, the person is to be mindful of the obligation to make an act of perfect contrition, including the intention of confessing as soon as possible (canon 916). A frequent reception of the Sacrament of Penance is encouraged for all.

For our fellow Christians

We welcome our fellow Christians to this celebration of the Eucharist as our brothers and sisters. We pray that our common baptism and the action of the Holy Spirit in this Eucharist will draw us closer to one another and begin to dispel the sad divisions which separate us. We pray that these will lessen and finally disappear, in keeping with Christ’s prayer for us “that they may all be one” (Jn 17:21).

Because Catholics believe that the celebration of the Eucharist is a sign of the reality of the oneness of faith, life, and worship, members of those churches with whom we are not yet fully united are ordinarily not admitted to Holy Communion. Eucharistic sharing in exceptional circumstances by other Christians requires permission according to the directives of the diocesan bishop and the provisions of canon law (canon 844 §4). Members of the Orthodox Churches, the Assyrian Church of the East, and the Polish National Catholic Church are urged to respect the discipline of their own Churches. According to Roman Catholic discipline, the Code of Canon Law does not object to the reception of Communion by Christians of these Churches (canon 844 §3).

For those not receiving Holy Communion

All who are not receiving Holy Communion are encouraged to express in their hearts a prayerful desire for unity with the Lord Jesus and with one another.

For non-Christians

We also welcome to this celebration those who do not share our faith in Jesus Christ. While we cannot admit them to Holy Communion, we ask them to offer their prayers for the peace and the unity of the human family.

 

© 1996, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

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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

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    Womens Guild January 19, 2021  6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Cafeteria)

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    Mens Club Meeting January 21, 2021  6:30 pm - 9:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Cafeteria)

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    Knights of Columbus Breakfast January 24, 2021  7:00 am - 2:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Cafeteria)

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    Womens Study Group January 24, 2021  4:45 pm - 6:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Cafeteria)

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    Cub Pack Meeting January 25, 2021  6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 4851 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (Cafeteria)

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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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