June 19, 2008

Birthright of Memphis to Host Open House in June

Birthright of Memphis, Inc. has served the Memphis community for 36 years. Thousands of babies have been saved from the fate of abortion. Birthright has always shown concern and love for the pregnant woman and her unborn child.

• Did you know that Birthright is an international organization and was started in Toronto, Canada?

• Did you know that Msgr. Paul Clunan, Msgr. John Batson, and Sr. Cecilia Biven brought Birthright to Memphis?

• Did you know that Birthright serves between 3,000-4,000 women every year?

• Did you know that Birthright survives on a limited budget every year?

• Did you know that Birthright has recently doubled its office space on Alexander Street?

• Did you know that Birthright is having an Open House?

All are invited to attend the Open House on Tuesday, June 24 from 5-7 p.m. Birthright of Memphis is located at 115 Alexander Street. There will be plenty of food and door prizes. Come see our new offices and meet the staff and other supporters. Please RSVP at 901-327-8109.

Catholic Charismatic Conference Planned

The Catholic Charismatic Renewal of the Diocese of Nashville, TN, has announced the 25th anniversary of the Mid-South Regional Catholic Charismatic Conference. The conference is planned for July 11-12 at St. Ignatius of Antioch Catholic Church, located at 601 Bell Rd. in Antioch, TN.

The theme for the conference is Hidden Treasures … Wealth Untold. Father Mitch Pacwa, S. J. will be this year's speaker. Father Pacwa returns to the conference after speaking at the first Conference, twenty-five years ago.

"We are very excited to have Father Pacwa return to speak at this year's conference," said Teresa Seibert, Conference Chairperson. Father Pacwa is a world renowned Lecturer and has traveled extensively leading over fifty pilgrimages to the Middle East, Europe and the Holy Land. He is president and founder of Ignatius Productions as well as hosting shows on EWTN Television and Radio.

This year's theme reflects the hidden treasures of the Catholic Faith, the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist. "These very Sacraments that we often take for granted are given to us freely by the power of the Holy Spirit. They are truly the great treasures of our faith. Through them we draw closer to God the Father through His Son, Jesus. Father Pacwa will explore these treasures with us and provide us with the wealth that they hold," added Seibert.

Included in the conference is a Teen Track. This will be open to participants between the ages of 13 and 20. The Youth Ministry of the Alleluia Community will be leading the young people in discovering the joy and excitement in a dynamic relationship with Jesus Christ in the power of the Holy Spirit.

"We are really excited to once again sponsor this annually conference. When we first started we never anticipated that this would become an annual event," Seibert said. "Through the years we have formed some really close friendships with the Conference participants and look forward to spending time with them. One of the great blessings of this conference is the music. Again this year, music will be provided by the Music Ministry of the Alleluia Covenant Community from Augusta, GA. They have been part of this conference for more than twenty years and I cannot imagine having a conference without the special blessing of their music."

Attendance for the 2008 Mid-South Regional Catholic Charismatic Conference will be limited to the first 750 people.

Advance registration is requested. To request a brochure, or for more information, contact Teresa Seibert at 615-430-9343 or by e-mail at tseibert@bellsouth.net.

Celebration Planned for 40th Anniversary of Humanae vitae

The Diocese of Memphis NFP Center is planning a family celebration on Friday, July 25, with a special Mass at 6 p.m. followed by a pot luck dinner for the 40th anniversary of Pope Paul VIs encyclical, Humanae vitae.

The celebration will be at St. Paul Church, located at 1425 E. Shelby Dr.

Father Ben Bradshaw will be the celebrant for Mass and give the homily with special teaching about the encyclical.

This celebration is for everyone, Catholics, non-Catholics, married couples, singles, and especially families with children. This is a time to celebrate Gods plan for marriage and His gift of children.

Humanae vitae reiterated the Church's teaching that every life is sacred and that children are the supreme gift of marriage.

Plan to join the fun and family camaraderie with other families who appreciate the truth and freedom that was taught in Humanae vitae in 1968.

Participants are asked to bring a dish to share at the pot luck dinner. Call the NFP Center at 901-373-1285 or send an email to marypat.vanepps@cc.cdom.org to to reserve a spot or for more information.