May 2, 2025
In this issue:
- We've partnered with a company to provide you with free services regarding your legacy planning. More information in this issue!
- A gentle reminder: We still need your help with our new system. 😬
- Totus Tuus Registration OPEN--Grades 7-12 added! ☀️
- A Special Thank-you From Room in the Inn
Congratulations to our young parishioners who received their First Holy Communion last week!
Introducing MyCatholicWill:
A New Gift for Our St. Edward Community
We are excited to share an important new resource with you! St. Edward Church and School has partnered with MyCatholicWill to offer every parishioner and school family a free online will-writing tool designed specifically for Catholics!
Why is this important?
Planning ahead is an act of love. A will ensures that you can provide for your loved ones, safeguard the values you hold dear, and leave a legacy rooted in your Catholic faith.
Yet studies show that more than half of American adults do not have a will. We want to help change that for our community — at no cost to you.
What makes MyCatholicWill special?
- It is built by Catholics, for Catholics.
- It includes the ability to leave gifts to Catholic charities and to express your final wishes in a way that honors your faith.
- It takes about 20 minutes to complete and results in a legally valid will.
- Best of all, it is completely free as a gift to the St. Edward family.
Whether you are creating your first will or updating an old one, this is a simple, faithful way to care for your family and the mission of the Church.
Get started today! Visit: stedward.org/MyCatholicWill
If you have any questions, please contact the parish office at (615) 833-5520 or email support@stedward.org.
As you have heard in recent months, there is an internal update across the diocese—our accounting software is getting upgraded. This is great news for all Catholics in our diocese.
With any transition, there’s some housekeeping to take care of to complete this process. 📋✔️
We are nearly at the finish line; however, we still need all parishioners who would like to continue their regular and automatic tithing to begin to use the new system by establishing their account, setting their gift amount, and deactivating their old account in the former system as soon as possible at this point.
Go online to link.stedward.org/giving and just follow the steps to set yourself up. 😎 Then, you can go to link.stedward.org/old to cancel your old account. If this sounds way too complicated 😵, we are here for you and have staff available to walk you through it and even complete some steps for you. But we can’t take any action UNLESS WE HEAR FROM YOU FIRST.
Please set a reminder to contact Kyle Lewis at support@stedward.org as soon as you have a convenient opportunity. He will walk you through the steps. (He’s very friendly and he doesn’t bite.)
This takes an ENORMOUS BURDEN off St. Edward when you take the time to update your account and makes this transition as smooth as possible so we can continue to serve you with our parish resources.
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Fr. Bulso's 🔟th Anniversary Celebration!
Join us in celebrating a decade of faithful service! 🥳
St. Edward Church invites you to Fr. Bulso's 10th ordination anniversary celebration on Saturday, June 14.
The evening will begin with Mass at 5:00 PM, followed by a special parish celebration under the pavilion.
The evening will begin with Mass at 5:00 PM, followed by a special parish celebration under the pavilion.
We are looking to mark this special occasion with a parish celebration, and we're looking for your help to make it truly special!
Consider sharing your time and talents by joining one of our celebration teams:
- Decorating Team: Help transform our space before the event
- Coordinating Team: Assist with various tasks during the celebration
- Clean Up Team: Lend a hand with post-event cleanup
- Bring Your Yard Games: Share your cornhole sets and other outdoor games for everyone to enjoy!
We're looking forward to this wonderful opportunity to come together as a parish and express our gratitude for Fr. Bulso's dedication to St. Edward.
Your participation and your presence would make this celebration even more meaningful!
Fr. Bulso's 10th Anniversary Party
Decorating Team- Help Decorate Before the Event
Coordinating Team- Help out During the Event
Clean Up Team- Help out Cleaning up After the Event
Bring your Yard Games- Cornhole, etc.
THANK YOU
I am so proud of my St. Edward family! For years they have risen to the occasion of helping the Room In The Inn Winter Shelter Program and the 2024/25 season was no exception.
I hesitate to name the volunteers only because I know there are some I will miss. Many came with those who signed up for dinners, parents came with children who signed up, children came with parents who signed up and I just make mistakes. So I apologize in advance for any omissions or misspelling.
These are the people who make RITI happen at St. Edward: Andy Dunn, John Brunner, Bob Warden, Jay DeGraaw, Kevin Warner, Robert Carroll, Michael Hmura, Ben Oryl, John and Val Stockdale, Jesse Skinner, Nicolas Sipe, Thang Khai, the Ladies Auxiliary, James Metz, Diane Pezo, Ida and Troy Abangan, James and Teresa Creecy, Jane Molteni, Modupe Bamgbose, Jennie Guinn, Joe and Catherine Kutso, Christine Amberg, Pat Valentine and her Godchild Terri and many family members including many beautiful children, Helen Akin, Jennifer and Steve Whalen, Joan Hamrick, Gann and Ross Fur, Lisa Parker her husband and daughter, Mulvale Teklemariam and Aaron, Isabell Lugo and Gloria, Brian Hanranhan, Ida Oudomsouk, Elizabeth Webb and her friend, Teri Horsley and Sam and his friend, Marshall Baney, Rebecca Mims, Francesco Reeves, Lorelee Pearl, Michael Jaskowski, Chris and Susan Blankenship their son and his friend, Tim Jaskowski, Jon Charles and Jennifer Hoschet, Danene Miller, Boy Scout Troop 210, Farwell Hardman, Loke Williams, Kobeay Swafford, Victoria Vung and three family members, Veronica Clare Lian, Anthony and Langston Brown, Ken Spisak, David Williams, Jamie Ferris, Ben Naeger, Larry Harris, Jan Claiborne, Shari Thorne, Cynthia and Ralph Williams.
This list should also include all parishioners who supported our program financially some who are on this list of volunteers and others who were unable to volunteer but participated as they could. Some of these volunteers helped once or twice, some helped every single night!
They all followed our Lord's words; "And the King will answer them, 'Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brethren, you did it to me.'" Matthew 25:40
Our Room In The Inn program helps dozens of homeless men every year and some of them expressed gratitude every night they got to spend in our care off the streets.
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Thanks, Greg
Do you feel pulled to serve
those in need among us?
St. Edward’s St. Vincent de Paul Society is waiting for you to join us in our mission of serving our neighbors.
We meet the first Sunday of every month in the Scout Room, so grab a donut on your way and follow your heart.
The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.
Call or email Rick Prickett at (615) 283-0374 or stvhelp@outlook.com
Today is First Friday Adoration
May First Friday Adoration
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Thank you for your faithful generosity
to our parish family!
Your Steady Generosity Builds Our Future
at St. Edward 💚
Did you know setting up recurring online giving takes just minutes but makes a lasting impact on our parish?
Your consistent support helps St. Edward Church ministries plan more effectively while simplifying your commitment to stewardship.
Visit link.stedward.org/giving today to set up your recurring gifts and experience the peace of mind that comes with knowing your support continues automatically.
For all Men of St. Edward Church
St. Edward Church is excited to offer a new opportunity for the men of our parish: Cor Nights.
"Cor" is the Latin word for heart. These monthly gatherings will center on faith, formation, and fraternity. Our NEXT night will be held on MAY 29 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Religious Education Room.
The night will include prayer, food, and a reflection.
Consume my heart with that burning fire with which Your Heart is ever inflamed.
St. Edward Church Moms Group
A monthly gathering to pray and fellowship together.
Open to Moms to all ages--kids welcome too!
St. Edward Church Moms Group
St. Edward Church Mom's Group
Moms Group Spring Calendar
May 10: Rosary Walk at 10 AM
May 31: Feast of the Visitation: 8 AM Mass & Brunch to follow
Supporting Growing St. Edward Families:
Share a Meal with Families Welcoming a New Child!
Volunteer to drop off a meal to families with a new baby, adopted a child, or welcomed a child in foster care.
This is a very flexible commitment and would involve participating 1-3 times a year.
Email elizabethlansden@gmail.com if you would like to be added to the email list and be notified when a meal sign up is available.
Reach out to the same email if YOUR family is growing soon and would like to receive these meals or if you are aware of any soon-to-be-growing families in the parish.
Fidelis: Come Join our Sisterhood!
Girls ages 10-18, join our Wednesday sisterhood from 6-8 PM to grow in virtue and faith. Email fidelishnashville@gmail.com with questions.
Visit stedward.org/fidelis for more info.
Fraternus: Building Brotherhood & Virtue
Boys grades 6-12: Join us Wednesdays, 6-8 PM for mentorship, brotherhood, and growth in virtue.
Learn more at: stedward.org/fraternus.
Bible, Bunco, & Blessings
Meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM in the school cafeteria.
All women are invited to attend!
Coffee & Donuts
There will not be coffee and donuts this week.
The Knights of Columbus Council 9586 is seeking good men to help serve St. Edward. To make a difference in our parish community through charity, unity, and fraternity.
Contact, Dante Zubel, dantez.bass@yahoo.com or join online at KofC.org/JoinUs
St. Edward Ladies Auxiliary
Meetings for 2025 will be on the first Tuesday of every month.
Upcoming meetings:
May 6 & June 3
New members are always welcome!
For more information, please feel free to reach out to the church office.
Opportunities in Scouting!
Scouting is an opportunity to learn new skills and enjoy an active lifestyle. Activities include hiking, camping, leadership, and more. Camping equipment is provided!
Contact Danene Miller at danenekay@gmail.com for more information.
Boy Scouts Troop 210 for boys in grades 6-12
Cub Scouts Pack 210 for boys and girls grades 1-5.
Join us in the Scouting tradition that has served St. Edward Church and School since 1954!
Find us on Facebook:
St. Edward Scout Troop 210
St. Edward Scout Troop 210
Learn more here: https://ses.stedward.org/prek
DID YOU KNOW?
St. Edward School is More Affordable Than Ever!
Thanks to Tennessee’s new financial aid programs, many families can now send their children to St. Edward School—often at little to no cost!
There is no commitment to apply and nothing to lose—just options to explore!
Bishop Spalding will celebrate a Blue Mass for first responders, including police, firefighters, paramedics, and military personnel on Friday, May 30th at 12:10 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Incarnation as part of the Jubilee Year of Hope. All are invited to attend this traditional Mass celebrated on the feast of St. Joan of Arc, patroness of soldiers. Please visit nashvillefaithformation.com for more information.
Jubilee Journey of Hope
All women are invited for an evening of prayer and painting as we gather at St Ann's Catholic Church in Nashville in Breen Hall on Friday, May 2, 2025 from 6:30-8:30 pm. We will have light fare and beverages and hear a witness talk from Katherine Ehrhardt about seeing God's hand despite dark circumstances. We will use short, simple tutorials to try our hand at watercolor painting and leave with a prayerful moment of reflection. Please go to rcnashvilletn.org or check out regnum_christi_nashville on instagram to scan the registration code.
All women are invited for an evening of prayer and painting as we gather at St Ann's Catholic Church in Nashville in Breen Hall on Friday, May 2, 2025 from 6:30-8:30 pm. We will have light fare and beverages and hear a witness talk from Katherine Ehrhardt about seeing God's hand despite dark circumstances. We will use short, simple tutorials to try our hand at watercolor painting and leave with a prayerful moment of reflection. Please go to rcnashvilletn.org or check out regnum_christi_nashville on instagram to scan the registration code.
Come join us for a weekend of emotional healing and spiritual renewal. Rachel’s Vineyard offers post-abortion healing retreats for women & men who are suffering from the lingering effects of abortion.
Next retreat is May 16-18, 2025
From Father Ryan High School
Act now - Summer Camp Registration is Open at Father Ryan! Registration for Father Ryan's array of outstanding 2025 Summer Camps is open and camps are quickly filling up. From academic, art, science and tech to sports, there are camps for all interests, abilities, and age levels with seven different sessions running from May 27 through July 25. Registration is simple. For more information including registration, go to https://www.fatherryan.org/camps
Father Ryan Reunions Weekend, Friday, May 30- Sunday, June 1, 2025 - Reconnect with fellow Father Ryan alumni during the action-packed weekend which includes the Lou Graham '56 Alumni Golf Tournament, All-Alumni Reception on campus, Class Reunion Parties, and the Golden Grad, Mass, Induction Ceremony, and Brunch. More information at fatherryan.org/reunion
Father Ryan All-Alumni Reception, Friday, May 30, 2025 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm - Join your fellow alumni from all classes for a free, 21+ only, reception in the Father Ryan Courtyard outside of the Dining Hall. Reconnect with old friends and enjoy complimentary food, drinks, and live music. Campus tours will be available for all guests. Registration is now open at fatheryan.org/reunion.
Father Ryan Elliston Place Luncheon, Saturday, May 31, 2025 - As we continue to celebrate 100 Years of Father Ryan, all alumni who attended Father Ryan on the Elliston Place campus are invited to a special luncheon! From 11:00am-1:00pm, enjoy lunch from Rotiers, campus tours, Elliston Place tributes, and reminiscing on our incredible history on our current campus. Cost: $10 per person. Register at fatherryan.org/reunion by May 28th.
Father Ryan Golden Grad Mass and Brunch, Sunday, June 1, 2025, 10:00am - All Golden Grads and their guests are invited to the Golden Grad Mass and Induction of the Class of 1975 in the Father Ryan Center for the Arts. Following the Mass, there is a reception for all Golden Grads in the Father Ryan Dining Hall. Brunch is $25 per person, and the members of the Class of 1975 are free. Register at fatherryan.org/reunion.
St. Cecilia Academy Connect
Join us for lunch and hear from our principal, Sister Anna Laura, our admissions team, and students about their SCA experience. There are several dates to choose from to work with your schedule. It is the perfect time to ask questions, tour the school, and learn more about the St. Cecilia Academy community. Registration/select your date: stcecilia.edu/experience.