While we want to celebrate the full reopening of St. Ben’s, we also want to be mindful of the health and safety of all. The current surge of COVID cases in our area has caused us to cancel the Welcome Back parties we had planned for September 19. If COVID cases decline, we are hoping to reschedule the parties for later this year.
Once again, our brothers and sisters in Haiti have experienced a devastating earthquake. More than 2,000 people have been killed, another 7,000 injured and many are still missing. 84,000 homes are destroyed or damaged. Days after the earthquake tropical storms dumped heavy rain on the earthquake survivors, slowing relief efforts. Haitians were already experiencing increasing gang violence and political and economic instability in the wake of the July assassination of its president, and struggling with the ongoing COVID 19 pandemic. CRS, which has worked in Haiti since 1954, is on the ground in the places most heavily hit by the earthquake, responding on behalf of Catholics in the U.S. CRS teams are providing clean water, sanitation, shelter and emergency supplies. When the immediate emergency has passed, CRS will be on the front lines to help with rebuilding. There will be a parish collection to help meet these needs the weekend of August 28-29. Or, to contribute by credit card, go to www.crs.org. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3gdLLpe
Over the next few weeks, you will be hearing about the upcoming “Forward in Faith” Program at ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC CHURCH. This effort is very important as we move forward with the mission and vision of ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC CHURCH. We, as a parish family, have changed so many lives in our community! In order to continue our mission and ministries, we encourage all parishioners to spend time in prayer and discussion with your family reflecting on the work we do. Our special Commitment Weekend will be celebrated on September 25 & 26. If you have any questions regarding the “Forward in Faith” Program, please feel free to contact the parish office.
We are making plans to have altar servers minister again during mass. We will have a few training sessions to bring current servers up to speed on how things will work now and to get new servers trained. All who have received first communion are eligible to serve. All current servers will be contacted. For those who would like to start, please contact the parish office (812-232-8421) or Jeff Kinne (kinnejeff@gmail.com, 812-223-2059)
Eric Starrs is excited to join the Terre Haute Youth Ministry program as Co-Youth Ministry Coordinator. For the last two years Eric has served as Campus Ministry Intern for the Catholic Student Center at Washington University in St. Louis. He worked hard on coordinating different programs for students and working in Student Outreach. He enjoyed working and guiding students on their Faith journeys. He’s excited to bring his experience to the Terre Haute Youth Ministry to connect with students and their families. Eric graduated from DeSales University, a small Catholic university, where he majored in Communication with a focus on Creative Writing and minored in Theology. In his spare time Eric enjoys writing short stories, traveling, and binge watching Netflix. “I am from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and I cheer on all the Philadelphia sports teams. I can’t wait to meet you and journey with you on your Faith journey.”
Religious Education off to a great Start! – We had a great turnout for our first class! And, it’s not too late to register your child! You can register on site or register on the parish website https://stbenedictth.org/religious-education-registration. Our next class is Sunday, September 12 at 9:30a in the parish center. No class Labor Day weekend. Please contact Rita at rita@stbenedictth.org or call the parish office, 812.232.8421, ext. 112, for more information. Middle School Ministry – In response to parent requests, our middle school ministry will include a session each week that religious education meets. Middle schoolers who want to meet every Sunday, will meet on Sunday, September 12 at 9:30a in the parish center. Thanks to all our catechists who make our middle school ministry so full grace and so full of fun! Please contact Rita at rita@stbenedictth.org or call the parish office, 812.232.8421, ext. 112, for details on the schedule change.
RCIA is open year-round – God’s grace is at work 24/7/365. By that we mean that 24 hours a day/7 days a week/365 days a year God is calling people to faith and working in our lives! We don’t just start in September and end at Easter. The process of Christian initiation is open all-year-round; welcoming those who seek the living God. In addition, the process of initiation must be an individual process as the needs and desires of each seeker are unique. Yet, one thing that’s the same for each seeker is that the process of initiation is always within the context of our St. Ben’s community. The Christian community is key! If you are a seeker and looking for a Christian community or if God is calling you to accompany a seeker on the journey of faith, please contact Rita at rita@stbenedictth.org or call the parish office, 812.232.8421, ext. 112.
Join THYM for a coffee chat! It’s an opportunity to visit, get to know new members and just enjoy some coffee. We will meet on the 2nd Monday at Java Haute & the 2nd Wednesday of the month at Starbucks at 3rd & Margaret at 7:00 am. The coffee is on us. Hope to see you there! THYM PTHYM Kick off! Calling High School Students! Join us for Trivia Battle Royale. Terre Haute Youth Ministry will kick off Saturday September 11th at 6:30pm at St. Benedict’s Hellman Hall. We will be following CDC & VCSC guidelines regarding Covid-19. It’s our 20th THYM Golf Scramble and it will be held on Friday September 17th. Pick up a flyer at the back of church to reserve your 4 member team ($75 per person- includes lunch, green fees & team golf cart) and don’t miss your Golf hole sponsorship opportunity for businesses and parishioners ($115 per hole). Contact Veronica at vrogers@terrehauteym.org for additional
Please join us on Saturday, September 18 at 6:30 for an evening of delicious food, craft beer, good wine and a great speaker! We will host a conversation with award-winning author and frequent speaker on issues of liturgy and church renewal in the Roman Catholic tradition, Rita Ferrone. Her topic is What Did Vatican II really Want the Mass to Look like? And, what’s Pope Francis Saying now? Rita holds an MDiv from Yale Divinity School and currently, she is a contributing writer and columnist for Commonweal Magazine. Her many books include, Liturgy: Sacrosanctum Concilium. Keep an eye on this column for more details. And, email Rachel at Rachel@stbenediccth.org to get more information.
Congratulations to the St. Benedict students being confirmed this weekend on Sunday, August 15th: Luna Rogers, Isabelle Miklozek, Lilly Jensen, Claire Jensen, William Kinne, Oliver Smith. Pray for them and for all young Catholics, that they may remain strong in their faith and take the message of the Gospel out into the world!
JPIC Justice, Peace, and Integrity of Creation This month the St. Benedict’s racial justice group (which is part of JPIC) will meet to discuss follow-up steps from the reading and studying done during Advent 2020 and Lent 2021. One of the topics we are considering is a study of Black Catholics who are on their way to being canonized saints! We’d love to hear what you have to say about ways we can promote racial justice, so please consider joining us! Other groups that are part of St. Benedict’s JPIC are the Creation Care Team, and the Immigrant, Refugee Focus Group. Please contact Rita at rita@stbenedictth.org or 812.232.8421, ext. 112, for more information on your possible involvement in these groups that are working for justice, peace and the integrity of creation.
The Wabash Valley Community Foundation has awarded St. Benedict Church a $10,000 challenge grant to assist in raising funds solely in support of recovering from the financial losses of the Soup Kitchen brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. As a condition of this grant, the Community Foundation will provide $1 for every $2 t that is raised until September 30, 2021, up to $10,000.00. This could result in a possible total fundraising effort of $30,000.00. You may donate using the regular soup kitchen envelopes or by making a check made payable to the St. Benedict Church with ‘Soup Kitchen’ in the memo line. Should you have any questions, please contact Terran in the parish office at 812-232-8421 ext.110 or terran@stbenedictth.org
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.
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:
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.
Eric Starrs is excited to join the Terre Haute Youth Ministry program as Co-Youth Ministry Coordinator. For the last two years Eric has served as Campus Ministry Intern for the Catholic Student Center at Washington University in St. Louis. He worked hard on coordinating different programs for students and working in Student Outreach. He enjoyed working and guiding students on their Faith journeys. He’s excited to bring his experience to the Terre Haute Youth Ministry to connect with students and their families. Eric graduated from DeSales University, a small Catholic university, where he majored in Communication with a focus on Creative Writing and minored in Theology. In his spare time Eric enjoys writing short stories, traveling, and binge watching Netflix. “I am from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and I cheer on all the Philadelphia sports teams. I can’t wait to meet you and journey with you on your Faith journey.”Read More
Religious Education off to a great Start! – We had a great turnout for our first class! And, it’s not too late to register your child! You can register on site or register on the parish website https://stbenedictth.org/religious-education-registration. Our next class is Sunday, September 12 at 9:30a in the parish center. No class Labor Day weekend. Please contact Rita at rita@stbenedictth.org or call the parish office, 812.232.8421, ext. 112, for more information. Middle School Ministry – In response to parent requests, our middle school ministry will include a session each week that religious education meets. Middle schoolers who want to meet every Sunday, will meet on Sunday, September 12 at 9:30a in the parish center. Thanks to all our catechists who make our middle school ministry so full grace and so full of fun! Please contact Rita at rita@stbenedictth.org or call the parish office, 812.232.8421, ext. 112, for details on the schedule change.Read More
RCIA is open year-round – God’s grace is at work 24/7/365. By that we mean that 24 hours a day/7 days a week/365 days a year God is calling people to faith and working in our lives! We don’t just start in September and end at Easter. The process of Christian initiation is open all-year-round; welcoming those who seek the living God. In addition, the process of initiation must be an individual process as the needs and desires of each seeker are unique. Yet, one thing that’s the same for each seeker is that the process of initiation is always within the context of our St. Ben’s community. The Christian community is key! If you are a seeker and looking for a Christian community or if God is calling you to accompany a seeker on the journey of faith, please contact Rita at rita@stbenedictth.org or call the parish office, 812.232.8421, ext. 112.Read More
Please join us on Saturday, September 18 at 6:30 for an evening of delicious food, craft beer, good wine and a great speaker! We will host a conversation with award-winning author and frequent speaker on issues of liturgy and church renewal in the Roman Catholic tradition, Rita Ferrone. Her topic is What Did Vatican II really Want the Mass to Look like? And, what’s Pope Francis Saying now? Rita holds an MDiv from Yale Divinity School and currently, she is a contributing writer and columnist for Commonweal Magazine. Her many books include, Liturgy: Sacrosanctum Concilium. Keep an eye on this column for more details. And, email Rachel at Rachel@stbenediccth.org to get more information.Read More
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:Read More
