First Communion, Sunday, June 14 at 3:00p –We rejoice that our second grade first communion candidates will celebrate First Communion at a special Mass on Sunday, June 14 at 3:00p. This Mass is being specially schedule just for the First Communicants and their families and catechists.

Learn more about the importance of the 2020 Census and how to participate by going to  https://2020census.gov.    If you have not yet done so, please respond online (https://2020census.gov) or by mail

I’ve been told that the Chinese character for crisis is a combination of the characters danger and opportunity.  It’s the latter of these two that has been the motivator for moving forward with our plan to refinish the church’s tabernacle. 

Gift of the Holy Spirit – After ascending into heaven Jesus gives the gift of the Holy Spirit to his disciples and sends them forth in mission. This week folks involved in the process of initiation will talk about Pentecost and the gift of the Holy Spirit. We’ll consider the ways in which the Spirit is present in our lives. For now, we are meeting on Tuesday evenings via ZOOM. Everyone is welcome to join us! You can join online or you can call in on your telephone. Contact Rita and she’ll give you all the information you need to connect with us on Zoom. You can reach Rita atrita@stbenedictth.org and at 812.230.3459.

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

By unanimous agreement it was determined that the St. Benedict Community Festival should be moved to the weekend of August 28 and 29. The Capital Prize Raffle drawing will also be moved to that weekend. Please reach out to Brian Kiefer at 812-243-1494 or Dan Weber at 812-249-9403 with any questions or if you would like to volunteer to plan or work at the festival. We will continue to update the parish family as more information becomes available. Please check the bulletin and our festival Facebook page www.facebook.com/stbenedictcommunityfestival.

The Book of Daniel - Bible Study on Wednesday Night – A bunch of us decided it’d be interesting to study the Book of Daniel. We’d love for you to join our discussion! We meet on Wednesday evenings for faith, friendship and fun via Zoom! Contact Jason Allen and he’ll send you the link! Text him at 812.244.3510.

In keeping with the instructions of Archbishop Thompson, many previously scheduled THYM events have been postponed. Check your emails to learn about ways that our Youth Ministry community will be engaging remotely over the next few weeks!

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

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.

Have you downloaded the St Benedict Parish App yet? Lent, Easter & so many other awesome features are brought to Your device! Fr. Martin’s weekend Homilies are available on the App, titled ‘Homilies’.

St Benedict and our Creation Care Team is part of the Catholic Climate Covenant!  If you would like to join and start receiving information through Email, visit info@catholicsandclimatechange.org and sign up to become a member or simply google "Catholic Climate Covenant" and start reading!