Bishop Robert Barron's: The Sacraments
Givers of Spiritual Life
The sacraments confer grace, which said another way, is that they give divine life.
A priest, bishop, or deacon is a “life giver” because he is a man of the sacraments, serving his people, the Church.
And the seventh sacrament, Holy Orders, empowers him to handle and administer the other sacraments.
Watch this video to see what happens after ordination:
Fr. Godfrey's Homily
OT 28A 2020
St. Benedict Cathedral
St. Benedict Cathedral
Tonight, for the first time in 82 days, my younger brother John will sleep in his own bed at home. His recovery from Covid-19 is a story punctuated with miracles. A few weeks ago when I visited him, he said, “Mimi [our sister] keeps saying that my recovery is amazing. I don’t see why it’s amazing.” I responded, “Because you didn’t see you lying in that hospital bed!” He’s just taken one day at a time. But we’re gradually recounting the miracles for him!
The Lord of heaven and earth has prepared a banquet and we, his servants, each one different from the other, have gathered. Miracles! Do we understand our task of drawing others to the celebration? Surely, we can share the miracles of Christ with others!
But we’re also called to clothe others with the garment of salvation. Like the white First Holy Communion dress or the wedding dress or the white garment under my vestments or the pall that covers a coffin, we are called to cover our brothers and sisters, naked in sin, with the light of Christ Himself. Are we spreading the miracles? That, indeed, is our vocation, our call, our work along with clothing the world in the grace of Christ’s presence. Let’s go!
Coming Up:
Temporary Schedule for Masses
Masses will be phased in over time. For now, we will have the 9AM weekday Mass only--EXCEPT ON MONDAYS. The weekend Masses will be at 4:30PM Saturday, 8:00AM, 10:30AM on Sunday.
New Confession Schedule
Tuesday through Friday, 8:40-8:55AM in the front vestibule of church
Saturday 9:30-10:00AM in the front vestibule of church
No confessions on Wednesday evenings
Stewardship Commitment Card - Electronic
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RCIA - Do you know someone who has shown interest in becoming Catholic? If so, have them call the parish office at (812) 425-3369 or email Fr. Godfrey at gmullen@evdio.org. The fall RCIA classes will be held virtually beginning in September. Anyone that is interested in learning more about the faith is welcomed to begin RCIA. Even if someone is not 100% sure that they want to join the Church, this a great way to learn more about the Catholic faith.
Grounded in Hope Bible Study - Starting in September...The Grounded in Hope Women's Bible Study will begin in September on Wednesday nights at 7 PM. The book is available for purchase at www.walkingwithpurpose.com. For more information, please contact Kimberly Early at Kimberlydawnearly@gmail.comor Audra Douglas at Audra.Douglas@yahoo.com.
Confirmation The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated on Saturday, November 7, 2020 at the 4:30PM Mass. An email was sent to identified parents. Anyone sophomore in high school or older who has not yet been confirmed is eligible to receive the sacrament. If you have a daughter or son who would like to receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit, even if you didn't receive the email, click here.
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