Message from our Pastor
Pastor’s Message – Church of Saint Benedict
November 15, 2024
Memorial of St. Albert the Great, Doctor of the Church
Grant us, we pray, O Lord our God, the constant gladness of being devoted to you, for it is full and lasting happiness to serve with constancy the author of all that is good. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, forever and ever. Amen.
Collect for the Mass on the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Memorial of St. Albert the Great, Doctor of the Church
Grant us, we pray, O Lord our God, the constant gladness of being devoted to you, for it is full and lasting happiness to serve with constancy the author of all that is good. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, forever and ever. Amen.
Collect for the Mass on the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Brothers and Sisters,
The First Sunday of Advent, December 1, marks the start of a new liturgical year. As this year ends, our worship refocuses on core truths of faith.
This Sunday’s Gospel (Mark 13:24-32) recounts Jesus foretelling upheaval: the sun and moon darkened, stars falling, and heavenly powers shaken. However, this tribulation symbolizes the fall of earthly powers, including the Roman Empire and Satan’s reign. Their control has crumbled, replaced by the eternal Kingdom of God.
This Kingdom, born of Jesus’ Cross and Resurrection, transcends borders. It lives within each disciple, manifested not in symbols of power but in acts of faith, hope, and love inspired by Divine Mercy. Jesus, the Morning Star, guides His Church, ensuring victory over sin and eternal death.
The First Sunday of Advent, December 1, marks the start of a new liturgical year. As this year ends, our worship refocuses on core truths of faith.
This Sunday’s Gospel (Mark 13:24-32) recounts Jesus foretelling upheaval: the sun and moon darkened, stars falling, and heavenly powers shaken. However, this tribulation symbolizes the fall of earthly powers, including the Roman Empire and Satan’s reign. Their control has crumbled, replaced by the eternal Kingdom of God.
This Kingdom, born of Jesus’ Cross and Resurrection, transcends borders. It lives within each disciple, manifested not in symbols of power but in acts of faith, hope, and love inspired by Divine Mercy. Jesus, the Morning Star, guides His Church, ensuring victory over sin and eternal death.
Our Parish
Saturday, November 16: Parishioner Dan Mullowney’s funeral Mass is at 10:00 AM. Please pray for his wife Marie, their family, and friends.
Sunday, November 17: The Rite of Acceptance will be celebrated at the Noon Mass for those preparing to join the Catholic Church.
November 19: Parish office closed for staff retreat. Reopens Wednesday.
Through November 21: Preschool Silent Auction continues. Items are displayed in the church commons.
November 23: Return donations for the Thanksgiving Food Drive to the church commons. Proceeds benefit Broken Arrow Neighbors, supported by the Peace, Justice, and Charity Committee.
November 23: Thanksgiving Dinner for parishioners aged 60+ after the Vigil Mass in McGuire Hall. Sponsored by the parish youth. Sign up in the church commons.
Parish Council Elections
Vote for Parish Council members after all Masses this weekend. Biographies and photos are available in the church commons.
God bless and keep you safe,
Fr. Bryan
Fr. Bryan