ICC-Pulaski ...Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Pulaski,TN

ICC-Pulaski ...Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Pulaski,TN Immaculate Conception Parish is a small rural Catholic community in Giles County in the beautiful hills of Tennessee. For electronic donations.

Our members come from literally all over the world and come together as one family in Christ for worship and parish life.

05/31/2026

Hi,

Below is Father's homily for this coming Sunday - the Feast of the Holy Trinity.

Father will be at the priests' retreat next week, so there will be NO Mass on either Monday or Wednesday.

This Sunday is the voting for representatives for the Parish Council and also the Parish Council meeting after Mass. This will be the last one for the summer - to resume again in September.

Mike Rekasis is still at Vanderbilt, but is improving. He began his physical therapy today (or tomorrow) and they will be working him hard, so he can come home.

The Bishop's annual appeal is going on now and we have to meet a $16,000 amount, so ANY and all help to achieve this goal is appreciated.

Have a blessed day.

Peace, JoAnne

Holy Trinity, Cycle. A. 2026.

The Feast of the Most Holy Trinity invites us not into a puzzle to be solved, but into a mystery to be lived. The Readings today reveal a God who is relational, merciful and deeply involved in human life - a communion of love: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Today’s Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity celebrates that life of communal love. For God is one God, in three persons: Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit - whose relationship is one of complete self-gift and outpouring of love. In other words, God is not a being who loves, God is love itself.

The First Reading from the Book of Exodus speaks about Moses’ encounters with God on Mount Sinai, and what is revealed is striking, “The Lord, a merciful and gracious God, slow to anger and rich in Kindness and fidelity”. This is one of the most important self-revelations of God in the OT. God is not distant or harsh, but compassionate and faithful. Even after Israel’s sin with the golden calf, God renews the covenant. We often carry distorted images of God - as strict judge or distant ruler. But here, God defines Himself in terms of mercy and steadfast love. The Trinity begins with this truth: God's very nature is love that forgives, restores, and remains faithful even when fail.

Today's responsorial Psalm: Daniel 3: 52-56: “Glory and praise forever”. This hymn from the Book of Daniel is a cosmic prayer of praise. All creation is invited to bless the Lord. The Trinity is not only a doctrine but the source of all worship. When we praise God, we are drawn into the life of the Trinity itself - a communion of love overflowing into creation.

In the Second Reading: 2 Corinthians: 13: 11-13, “The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and the love God the Father and fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all”. This is one of the clearest formulas in Scripture and it closes with a blessing that names the distinct yet united action of Father, Son and Spirit. Notice the dynamic: Grace comes through Jesus Christ, Love originates in God the Father and Fellowship (communion) is created by the Holy Spirit. So the Trinity is not abstract - it is experienced. We live daily in grace, are sustained by love, and are united through the spirit.

Gospel: John” 3: 16-18: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son…” This passage from the Gospel of John is perhaps the most well-known summary of the Gospel. It reveals the heart of the Trinity: The Father loves, The Son is given and the Spirit brings new life and belief. The Trinity is revealed not through theory, but through action - God giving Himself for the salvation of the world. God does not condemn but saves. The mission of Jesus is the visible expression of the invisible love of the Father, carried into our hearts by the Spirit.

The Trinity teaches us that: God is relationship, not solitude but communion. Love is the deepest reality: self-giving, not self-seeking. We are made in God's image - called to live in unity, love and community. Every time we make the sign of the Cross, we proclaim this mystery: “In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit”. It's not a ritual - it's a way of life.

Coming to the practical life: Live like the Father - be compassionate and forgiving. Follow the Son - give yourself in love and service. Walk in the Spirit - build unity, peace and communion.

Let us pray: “Heavenly Father, You revealed Your Love through your Son and poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit. Draw us deeper into Your divine life. Teach us to live in love, unity and humility so that our lives may reflect the mystery we celebrate today”. Amen.

05/22/2026

Hi,

Below is Father's homily for this coming Sunday - Pentecost.

The bishop has posted the assignments for the diocese and we will be retaining Father George for at least another year.

Mike Rekasis still needs our prayers, as do those on the prayer list in the bulletin.

This Sunday we will be acknowledging those in our parish who are willing to be active members of the Parish Council. We will vote on them on the following Sunday, May 31st.

Have a blessed Memorial Day.

Peace, JoAnne

Pentecost. Cycle. A. 2026

Pentecost is the moment when fear turns into courage.(Acts: 2 1-11) The disciples, once locked in uncertainty are suddenly filled with the Holy Spirit. The images are powerful: “Wind and Fire”- the signs of God's dynamic presence. The miracle is not just that they speak in different tongues, but that everyone understands. This is the healing of division that began at Babel. The Spirit creates unity without erasing diversity.

When do I experience fear or hesitation in witnessing to my faith? The same Spirit given at Pentecost is already within me, urging me to speak, act and live with boldness.

St. Paul reminds us in his letter to the Corinthians (Second Reading) that the Spirit distributes different gifts, but all for one purpose: “the common good”. No gift is superior, no role is insignificant. Like a body with many parts, the Church thrives only when each member contributes. Do I recognize my gifts as coming from the Spirit? Am I using them to serve others, or keeping them hidden? Pentecost invites us to move from self-focus to mission.

Psalm 104: “Lord, send your Spirit, and renews the face of the Earth”. This is not just a poetic language - it is a real transformation. The Spirit is the source of life, constantly renewing creation, healing what is broken, and restoring hope in life. Where in my life do I need renewal? Pentecost is the personal invitation to allow the Spirit to breathe new life into weary or wounded areas of the heart.

In the Gospel today (Jn: 20), Jesus appears to the disciples in their fear and says, “Peace be with you”. Then he breathes on them and gives the Spirit. Notice the connection- Peace comes first, then the Mission: “As the Father has sent me, so I send you”. The Spirit is not given for comfort alone, but for a mission, especially the “mission of forgiveness and reconciliation”.

Do I allow Christ’s peace to settle my anxieties, and am I willing to be sent - to forgive, to heal, to bring others back to God.

Pentecost is not just a past event - it is a present reality. The Spirit continues to guide the Church, strengthen believers and inspire holiness and courage. The question whether we are o open?

Let us pray: “Come Holy Spirit, fill our hearts with your fire, drive away our fears, renew our lives and make us instruments of your love and peace. Teach us to use our gifts for others and to proclaim Christ with courage,” Amen.

05/17/2026

Hi,

Below is Father's homily for tomorrow (Ascension).

There will be a HUGE celebration after Mass for Father's 75th birthday. No need to bring anything, it is all provided.

Father WILL have Mass on Monday and Wednesday of this week.

Have a blessed day.

Peace, JoAnne

The Ascension of the Lord, Cycle. A. 2026.

Today we celebrate the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord. What is the real significance of Ascension? It's a Feast of mission, promise and presence. Each week we proclaim in the Creed that Jesus ascended into heaven and is seated at the right of the Father. From this, we then make the most spectacular of assertions that, having ascended into glory, Jesus will, return to judge all humanity.

As Christians, we believe that the Ascension is more than just a tidy conclusion to Jesus’ earthly life and ministry. It is an event that has ramifications for all humanity - that Christ, having defeated death, will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and to establish his eternal kingdom of light.

The First Reading from the Acts (1.1-11), says, Jesus is taken up into Heaven before the eyes of His disciples. They stand there, looking upward, perhaps confused and even saddened. But the angels gently redirect them saying, “Why are standing there looking at the sky”? This moment teaches us something essential: faith is not about clinging to the past, but stepping forward into mission. Jesus entrusts His work to His disciples and to us. We are not called to remain passive spectators of Christ’s glory, but active witnesses.

In the Second Reading, St. Paul's letter to the Ephesians, he prays that the believers may receive a “Spirit of wisdom and revelation so that they understand the Hope of God's call, the riches of His inheritance and the greatness of His power”. This means, the Ascension reminds us that Christ is not absent. He is exalted, reigns in glory, yet remains intimately connected to His Church, which is His body.

The Gospel Passage is one of the most powerful sending moments in Scripture: “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations”. Jesus gives three profound assurances: (1) Authority- “All power in Heaven and on earth has been given to me” (2) Mission: “Go and make disciples’..(3) Presence: “I am with you always, until the end of the world”. Even as He ascends, He promises to remain. This is the paradox of the Ascension. Jesus leaves, yet He never abandons.

The disciples had to let go of seeing Jesus physically in order to discover Him spiritually present in: the Word, the Sacraments, the community of believers and in the mission entrusted to them. We too are often tempted to “stand looking at the sky”waiting for God to act - when God is calling us to act. The task is now entrusted to all of us. We are the people who have to continue His ministry. The Gospel cannot just be kept under lock and key. It has to be revealed and proclaimed through our lives.

Where am I being called to be a witness to Christ today?

Do I trust that Jesus is truly with me in my daily struggles?

Am I actively living out my mission or waiting passively?

What kind of civilization will prevail in the world’s future? It depends on us if it will be the civilization of love, or the “un-civilization of individualism.”

Let us pray, “Lord Jesus, you have ascended into glory, yet, You remain with us always: strengthen our faith when we feel alone, open our hearts to your mission, and send us forth with courage to be Your witnesses in the world”. Amen.



On April 26th, with great joy, Immaculate Conception welcomed Henry Pfeiffer into the family of God through the sacramen...
05/09/2026

On April 26th, with great joy, Immaculate Conception welcomed Henry Pfeiffer into the family of God through the sacrament of Holy Baptism.
Katherine Pfeiffer Kristen Keenan Pfeiffer

05/09/2026

HI,

Below is Father's homily for this coming Sunday.

Have a blessed day.

Peace, JoAnne

6th Sunday of Easter, Cycle. A. 2026

One of the most devastating misfortunes of the heart-wrenching images that appear after natural disasters, or in the aftermath of a war & conflict caused by political violence or religious persecution is – the number of children who are left orphans. They are victims of natural disasters, armed aggression, famine and human neglect: Sometimes we see pictures of these misfortunate ones - perhaps hugged by an army doctor or a Red Cross social worker or men of Catholic Charities. Their emptiness and sadness can only be filled with meaningful and lasting relationships. This is precisely what Jesus thought would happen to his faithful followers after his death. So he said: “I will not leave you orphans”. This means there are no orphans in the reign of God. This is a powerful promise of presence. Even though Jesus will depart physically, he remains spiritually present within us.

When Jesus shows this image in the Gospel, He consoles His disciples, assuring them that He will not abandon them in their fear and anxiety. He promises that He will remain among us in a new way to shape His mission by our lives. He offers us in other words a Gospel of life management which includes crisis management, too. This is what the Spirit invites us today to meditate on. As Good Shepherd He led a serviceable and sacrificial life for others’ liberation from crisis. During those hectic days of His public salvific ministry, like anyone of us, He underwent crises such as deprivation, rejection, separation and ultimately He was able to withstand all of them and reached His final destiny of resurrection.

Jesus speaks tenderly to His disciples: “If you love me, you will keep my commandments:” Love here is not abstract. It is lived in action. Jesus promises “another Advocate”, the Spirit of truth, who will remain with them forever. Love leads to obedience, obedience opens us to deeper communion and communion is sustained by the Holy Spirit. Love is not just emotion - it is faithfulness in action. We are never abandoned- Christ continues to live in us.

The disciples had something to hope for in their life. Their steady suffering was fueled by their hope, a hope that made others wonder at their suffering stamina. Explaining the sufferings early Christian underwent, the Apostles exhorted all disciples to bear them patiently like Jesus for the sake of getting crowned by Him for such patient endurance and ready to explain the reason for such for such hope. They knew that ultimately God will bless and protect them and in any human suffering cases, make it an occasion for proclaiming the Gospel. They were inspired by the Holy Spirit that this painful sense of loss was essential aspect of their mission. It was a sharing in the passion for Christ. The suffering became an expression of their love for God and radiated joy producing unsinkable hope in their mission.

Jesus expects from us today to buy from Him and the Apostles this “Survival Kit” free of charge: Jesus is to be the one to love, His love-command is something to do; and his promised land is something to hope for. We are called to be in the world but not of the world. We can neither withdraw in arrogant aloofness from the world nor fully victimized by the worldly pleasures and accomplishment. We have to be the light where there is darkness. This is the challenge for Jesus’ disciples. For which Jesus affirms that we are never alone or without resources for whatever we are called to be or to do. Always we must be mindful that Jesus is the reason for our joy, our love, our faith and hope. This is the secret of the “Survival Kit” offered by our Master for our successful life in this world.

Today we also celebrate Mothers’ day. It is an opportunity to salute our mothers on this day for their tenacious love and sacrifice for their family. Motherhood is a marvelous gift of God to humanity. Hence, let us gracefully thank our mothers, and show them our appreciation and love and pray for them during this celebration. Happy Mothers’ day to all of you.

04/26/2026

Hi,

Below is the homily from Father George for this coming Sunday.

Please note that there will be NO Bible study this Sunday, as originally planned. Conrad and Katherine Pfeiffer will be having their newest little boy, Henry, baptized during Mass and having a full meal reception to follow in the hall. All are welcome to come celebrate with them.

We WILL have Bible study next Sunday, May 3.

The final plans for Reggie's visitation and funeral are as follows: Visitation Sunday 1-4 PM, funeral Mass on Monday 12:30. Rosary for Reggie back at the funeral home at 2 PM, before his cremation.

Have a blessed day.

Peace, JoAnne

4th Sunday of Easter (Good Shepherd Sunday), Cycle. A. 2026.

The Good Shepherd calls His sheep, and they respond. Conversion begins when we allow ourselves to be touched interiorly. Like the crowd, we are invited to turn away from sin and step into a new life in Christ.

Today's Responsorial Psalm 23: “The Lord is my Shepherd and there is nothing I shall want." This beloved Psalm paints God as a caring Shepherd who provides, protects, and restores. Even in “dark valleys”, there is no fear because God walks with His people. This Psalm prepares our hearts to understand Jesus as the Good Shepherd. Our security is not in circumstances but in His presence. Trust grows when we remember that God never abandons His flock.

Today's Second Reading is 1 Peter: Jesus is described as the Shepherd and guardian of our souls- the one who brings back when we go astray. Following the Good Shepherd means walking in His path, even when it involves suffering. Christian life is not just about comfort but about faithful endurance, trusting that God is guiding us towards healing and redemption.

Coming to the Gospel today, Jesus Christ reveals Himself as both the gate and the shepherd of the Sheep.

The Sheep recognizes His vice

He calls them by name

He leads them to safety and life.

Jesus contrasts Himself with the thieves and robbers, those who misled and harm, His mission is clear: “I came so that they might have life and have it more abundantly”.

The image of the Good Shepherd is deeply personal. Jesus knows each of us by name and invites us into a relationship of trust. The key question is- “Do we recognize His voice?" In a world full of competing voices—fear, doubt and distraction-the Good Shepherd's voice is one of love, truth and life.

Good Shepherd Sunday invites us to reflect on three essential movements of faith:

• Hearing- Being attentive to God's voice in Scripture, prayer and life

• Following: trusting His guidance even when the path is unclear.

• Belonging- living as part of His flock, united in love and care

-Spend time in silence to recognize God’s voice.

-Reflect on areas where you may be following other voices

-Renew your commitment to Christ through prayer and action

-Show care for others, reflecting the Shepherd's love.

04/23/2026

The funeral for Reggie Picard has been changed from Friday at 11 to Monday at 12:30 at Immaculate Conception Church. Father is NOT having the 9 AM Mass, but instead will have the funeral Mass. Visitation will be on Sunday from 2-5 at Bennett-May-Pierce Funeral Home (just off the Hwy. 64 bypass). We plan on a Rosary around 4:30 at the funeral home.

These are the latest changes.

Have a blessed day.

Peace, JoAnne

04/22/2026

Hi,

This morning one of our long-time parishioners died: Reggie Picard. The funeral will be this Friday at 11. Please keep his soul in your prayers, along with his widow, Ruth Picard. THANKS!!

Peace, JoAnne

Welcome to our New Members:Diana Parra, Julie Forest, Evelyn Lucas & Cadagon Lucas!!
04/19/2026

Welcome to our New Members:
Diana Parra, Julie Forest, Evelyn Lucas & Cadagon Lucas!!

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