Thursdays, 6:30-7:45pm Session 3 this week, March 11 At the parish center & on Zoom* Even if you missed the first two sessions or don’t have time to read, please join our discussion of Racial Justice and the Catholic Church, by Fr. Bryan Massingale. Our discussion is led by Nicole Krasean, one of our Global Solidarity Ambassadors and WTWO morning anchor. You can purchase the book from your favorite bookseller. For more information or to order a book: Contact Rita at rita@stbenedictth.org or 812.232.8421, ext. 112.

In addition to Saturdays at 4:00 pm, the sacrament of Reconciliation will be available on Wednesday evenings during Lent from 7:00-8:00 pm in the Pieta Chapel. Please enter the church through the south handicapped door. The one exception to this schedule is March 24th, when a communal penance service will be held at St. Joseph’s.

On Tuesday, March 9, at a special 5:30p Mass, our parish community will formally present the Nicene Creed to our elect – Christopher Jaeger and Helio Kuok. This important ritual is one of the final steps of enlightenment before our elect are baptized this Easter. We, the Catholic Christian Community, pass on to the elect the summary of our most fundamental beliefs as contained in the Creed. Passing on the Creed to the elect is a solemn responsibility for any parish community.  Please, join us for this celebration and you will also hear an illuminating homily from Fr. Martin about the value and meaning of this ancient prayer and its connection to Baptism.

Stations of the Cross will be offered on Fridays during Lent after the 12:05 pm Mass. To keep with social distancing, people will stay in their pews rather than walking the stations. The leader will do the walking.

March 5, 2021—Carry Out only Sacred Heart of Jesus, TH (K of C) 5-7 pm March 12, 2021—Drive Thru only St. Patrick (K of C) 5-7 pm Sacred Heart, Clinton—Jonah Fish Fry 4-7pm (Drive Thru/Carry out)

JOURNEY TO EL SALVADOR El Salvador has lost 75% of its rich land because of the large number of trees that have been cut down and harmful agricultural practices like extensive use of fertilizers, making it one of the most food-insecure countries in the hemisphere. Through a CRS school program, young people learn how to use resources to provide nutrients to the soil to produce more and healthier crops…and grow vegetables at home, very important knowledge during the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch the Story of Hope: Week 3 video and view other ways to pray, fast and give alms to respond to Jesus’ call to help those in need in El Salvador.

1/15/2021-Calrence Brink #757 1/22/2021-Bob Kramer #005 1/29/2021-Natalie Shanks #220 2/5/2021-Geri March #041 2/12/2021-Terran Williams #330 2/19/2021-Tucker Dinkel #080 Michael Ciolli #083 2/26/2021 - 3/5/2021 Dean Dawson #014

Second Graders and the Good Shepherd – Our second grade students and their families heard the proclamation of the Good Shepherd finding the lost sheep as they celebrated God’s love in the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation. Now, our second graders begin their preparation for First Communion. Please, continue to keep them in your prayers. Jacob Burbrink Sofia Montanez Noah Williams In-Person Class has Returned! – Students in grades K-8 are now meeting in person each week in the parish center, 9:00-9:50a. Safety protocols are in place. However, a virtual option is still available. Please, contact Rita for a Zoom link or for more information, rita@stbenedictth.org and 812.232.8421, ext. 112.

Jesus offers us living water – This Sunday, the Second Sunday of Lent March 7, our elect – Christopher Jaeger and Helio Kuok - celebrated the first scrutiny. A scrutiny is a penitential ritual that helps the elect complete their conversion in their preparation for Baptism. The Church says that lectionary readings from A Cycle are to be used for the scrutinies; because the A Cycle readings are the most baptismal. So, for the 10:00 Mass, we’ll use the A Cycle readings for the 3rd, 4th and 5th Sundays of Lent. These Gospel stories are the Samaritan woman at the well, the man born blind and the raising of Lazarus. Next Sunday, March 14, in the second scrutiny we’ll all be asked to examine the ways we are blinded by sin and how we need God’s grace to truly see. Also, this Tuesday, March 9 at a special 5:30p Mass our parish community will formally present the Nicene Creed to our elect. This important ritual is one of the final steps of enlightenment before the elect are baptized at the Easter Vigil. We, the Catholic Christian community, hand on to the elect the summary of our most fundamental beliefs as contained in the Creed. Passing on the Creed to the elect is a solemn responsibility for any parish community and we hope you to see you there! If you or someone you know is interested in Baptism, please contact Rita at rita@stbenedictth.or or 812.232.8421, ext. 112.

What if Adam and Eve hadn't eaten the forbidden fruit? In their Lenten Bible Study of Salvation History, FOCUS's Curtis Martin and Edward Sri offer insight into questions just like this. Interested in joining the conversation? Join St. Benedict's Young Adults on Zoom every Wednesday at 7pm. This Wednesday, March 10 we will be continuing our FOCUS bible study and discussing the lives of Adam and Eve after their fall from grace. We hope you can join us! Please, text Jason for the Zoom link, 812.244.3510.

The Altar Society . . . would like to thank those who sponsored Tabernacle and Sanctuary Candles for 2020. We are beginning to take sponsorships for the 2021 year. One candle is $12.00 and burns for 2 weeks. The names of those purchasing the candles will be listed in the bulletin as well as the intention. Please call Pat Boatman at 765-832-9115 or 812-236-6508, if you wish to have a burning memory of a loved one, to honor a special occasion, or a special intention.

Life Teen We will be returning to the youth space for in-person youth ministry events on Sunday nights beginning this weekend. Please join us at the parish campus of St. Margaret Mary on March 6th from 5:00-6:30 p.m. as we begin a new Life Teen series! A review of safety protocols and policies can be found in the most recent THYM weekly e-mail message. Confirmation The next meeting of the high school confirmation prep class is March 10th, from 7:30-8:45 p.m. Confirmation classes will continue to meet virtually until further notice.

A bequest is a special way to express gratitude to God for a lifetime of blessings!  The ability to make gifts is a good reason to have a will because it allows your legacy to live on and reflect your personal values. Your bequest to the parish is not assessed and 100% will be received by the parish.  In addition, your gift reduces assets and may save your loved ones tax expense.  Actual wording in your will should be determined by you and your attorney, so contact a qualified estate planning attorney to help you ensure that your loved ones are cared for and your bequests are honored.

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We are motivated by the Gospel of Jesus Christ to cherish, preserve and uphold the sacredness and dignity of all human life, foster charity and justice, and embody Catholic social and moral teaching as we act to:        

CRS Rice Bowl Collection – Thank you for sending in your Rice Bowl! Please, send your Rice Bowl offerings in one of these ways: 

St. Benedict Festival Entry CAPITAL PRIZE RAFFLE-July 10-11, 2020 - Tickets $50 each – 18 Winners Grand prizes $10,000 $2,500 $1,500 PLUS 1-$1,000 and 1-$500 Winner on Friday night, July 10, 2020. All early winning tickets will be eligible for the Grand Prize on Saturday, July 11 at the Festival . Click below to print your entry form!

Please note the due date for weekend bulletins. Submissions must be emailed to dee@stbenedictth.org April 5 (Palm Sunday) due Noon March 27 April 12 (Easter) due Noon April 3 April 19 due Noon April 10

You Voted, here are the winners! On behalf of St Ben’s Middle School Group, we thank you and are grateful for your prayers and support. Go to Facebook to see the other winning photos!

HOSPITALIZED? If you or someone in your family is hospitalized, please contact the parish office directly at St. Benedict Church to let us know you are there (812-232-8421) You should contact the hospital’s Chaplain’s Office to receive communion during your stay, however, please do not rely on the Chaplain’s office to let the parish know you are admitted.

​​​​​​​Contact Rita to find out how you can get involved. Contact Rita, rita@stbenedictth.org or call the parish office, 812.232.8421, ext. 112.