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OKLAHOMA CITY – Construc- ago Atitlan, Guatemala. In 1981, tion crews lifted the 45,000-pound Father Rother was murdered in dome onto the Blessed Stanley his rectory during a violent civil Rother Shrine Aug. 12 in Okla- war. The perpetrators have nev- homa City. The dome marks one er been caught. In 2016, Pope of the largest construction mile- Francis declared him a martyr stones for the shrine, which is for the faith – the first recognized expected to be completed in late Catholic martyr from the United summer 2022. States. Blessed Stanley Rother “This was a momentous moment was beatified in 2017 in Okla- in construction of the shrine that homa City, making him the first will become a visible beacon of priest born in the United States to faith for thousands of people from be beatified. around the world. They will come “Now we’ve crowned this to visit our state and city, and church. In this church, we en- come to learn about our ordinary deavor to show Christ, to exalt priest from Okarche who lived an Christ, and to manifest Christ to extraordinary life,” Archbishop his people,” said Leif Arvidson, Coakley said. “I am grateful for executive director of the shrine. everyone who has played a part “Thank you to Archbishop Coak- in this project and look forward to ley and archdiocesan staff for the dedication next year.” bringing us to this milestone, and The shrine is named for Bless- to everyone from The Boldt Com- ed Stanley Rother, an Okarche pany, along with all of your farmer who became a priest and The dome was placed on the Bl. Stanley Rother Shrine on Aug. 12 in Oklahoma served as a missionary in Santi- continued on page 6 City. See more photos on Pages 10-11. Photo Steve Sisney/Sooner Catholic.

Archbishop Coakley dedicates new Catholic mausoleum

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Archbishop Coakley celebrated Mass and dedicated the new Our Lady of Sorrows Mausoleum on Aug. 17 at Resurrection Memorial Cemetery in Oklahoma City. To visit or learn more about the beautiful mausoleum and chapel, go to resurrectionmemorialcemetery.com. Photo Diane Clay/Sooner Catholic.

By Diane Clay Memorial Cemetery in Oklahoma faith in a very public way, dedi- The Sooner Catholic City. The 7,140-square-foot mau- cating this chapel to Our Lady of soleum will accommodate nearly Sorrows,” Archbishop Coakley said OKLAHOMA CITY – Archbishop 1,000 indoor and outdoor crypts. during his homily. Coakley on Aug. 17 dedicated the “This is indeed a significant “Those who gather here to honor new Our Lady of Sorrows Mauso- and important day for our global leum and chapel at Resurrection Church as we bear witness to our continued on page 12 2 August 29, 2021 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic August 29, 2021 3

Put Out Into the Deep Luke 5:4 Find more Archbishop says SNAP increase helps people news on the How do we make sense of it all? website meet “essential human needs”

By Sooner Catholic Staff WASHINGTON (CNS) – A U.S. Department of strengthening and improving SNAP so that The increase takes effect in October and will We live in a rapidly changing world. Every hour of and who has a plan for Agriculture’s recalculation of the Supplemental it provides an adequate level of support that be available to all 42 million SNAP beneficia- every day we are met by dramatic new developments our lives and our world. Additional coverage of Nutrition Assistance Program and a major in- doesn’t leave families hungry at the end of the ries. A 15 percent boost in SNAP benefits for affecting us personally, affecting us as a nation, as Though sin has en- crease in the benefit for those in need “will be a month,” Archbishop Coakley said. increased needs during the pandemic expires a Church and as a global community. News of these tered the world as a Church and archdiocesan news and events, only on meaningful improvement in the lives of millions His statement came in reaction to the USDA’s Sept. 30. events is delivered to us moment by moment through rejection of God’s loving of people who rely on SNAP for basic nutrition,” Aug. 16 release of a reevaluation of its Thrifty “Support for SNAP and other vital nutrition traditional forms of media as well as social media. plan for our happi- soonercatholic.org. Archbishop Paul S. Coakley of Oklahoma City Food Plan, used to calculate benefit amounts programs is one way we can collectively re- The images and narratives are powerful. They often ness, bringing death in said Aug. 21. provided to needy families through SNAP. The spond to the Lord’s command to feed the hun- are disturbing and sometimes misleading. its wake, God has not a To send photos, event Archbishop Paul S. Coakley He issued the statement as chairman of the report prompted the Biden administration to gry,” Archbishop Coakley said. “As a Church, As I write today, the world is still coming to grips abandoned us to death. information or story ideas, with news of the shocking collapse of Afghanistan, God has entered into e-mail [email protected]. U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee permanently raise this benefit by more than 25 we will continue to advocate for policies like the humanitarian crisis in Haiti and the global efforts our history, committing himself to us by covenant and on Domestic Justice and Human Development. percent, the largest single increase in the pro- SNAP that help people meet their essential hu- to stop the spread of COVID, which is morphing and ultimately sending his Son to redeem us. Jesus, the a For all those affected “The U.S. bishops have repeatedly called for gram’s history, according to news reports. man needs.” spreading and showing Incarnate Son of God, by the attacks on Sept. 11, few signs of relenting. became one of us to 2001, and for their families. We are struggling with share our weakness and May they find comfort and long-simmering ten- take on our burdens peace. We pray to the Lord. HOW TO HELP Catholic Charities assisting Afghan refugees in Virginia sions over race that in As Catholics and Christians, and the guilt of our Lord, hear our prayer. HAITI recent months have we have something to share sins. Though innocent demanded attention “ himself, he suffered and a The archdiocesan Office OKLAHOMA CITY – Catholic or religion. The and resolution. This that the world needs, especially died for us. He con- of Marriage and Family Life Catholic Relief Services Charities of the Archdiocese of people who are is the narrative of the in times such as these. quered sin and death presents “Be Light: A Mar- Oklahoma City, in partnership with suffering are never-ending news and rose victorious. riage Retreat for Couples” 9 n Donate online: crs.org/ the U.S. Conference of Catholic innocent women cycle that floods our Jesus Christ has re- a.m. – 3 p.m. Nov. 6 at St. supporthaiti Bishops and federal agencies, is and children,” consciousness. ” deemed human history. Monica Catholic Church, n Donate by phone: providing assistance to help Afghan said Maleeha This is just a very It has direction and a 2001 N. Western Ave. in Ed- (877) HELP‑CRS evacuees finish their processing in Siddique, a Cath- small sample of the purpose that will be mond. Cost $50 per couple. n Donate by mail: Haiti Fort Lee, Va., before they travel to olic Charities’ events affecting us all. These and other factors have fulfilled when Christ comes again in glory to set all Lunch included. Register at Response, Catholic Relief their final destination. As the Af- case manager coincided with a spike in mental health crises in our things right. As believers we are given the gift of the archokc.org/marriageretreat. Services, P.O. Box 17090, ghan situation continues to evolve, who came to the communities as we struggle to find ways to process Holy Spirit to see the world and history through the Contact Alex Schimpf at Baltimore, MD 21297‑0303 the mission is ever-changing. United States and cope with news and eyes of Christ and to (405) 709-2755, aschimpf@ Catholic Charities has been 20 years ago as tensions that can be- love the world and one archokc.org. involved with resettling refugees a refugee from come overwhelming. another with the heart U.S. Catholic Bishops in Oklahoma for nearly 50 years. Afghanistan. Fueled by faulty of Christ. We are his a The Monks’ Marketplace Disaster Fund More recently, they have worked Executive Di- ideological agendas, agents in the world to at St. Gregory’s Abbey in with the USCCB as a reception rector Patrick Ra- A U.S. Marine hands a girl bottled water during an evac- the narratives being manifest his justice Shawnee sells high-quality n Donate online: and placement agency in the metro glow said, “Due to uation at Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul, shaped to account for and his mercy. This is Mission Monks Beef by the archokc.org/special area. Traditionally, CCAOKC’s our long history Afghanistan. CNS photo/U.S. Marine Sgt. Samuel Ruiz, these events often fall our narrative. This is a cut. Store hours are Thurs- work begins when refugees arrive of successfully handout via Reuters. short. It’s not just about perspective on history day-Saturday 1:30 - 4 p.m. at Will Rogers World Airport after welcoming refu- politics or economics. that overcomes despair and Saturday 9 - 11:30 a.m. Catholic Charities USA being thoroughly vetted through gees into Okla- ties is ready and willing to assist, It’s not just about race and restores hope. and is located directly below U.S. government agencies and homa City, we were asked to assist Raglow added. or gender. It’s not just As Catholics and the clock tower north of the n Donate online: approved for resettlement in the the U.S. bishops and U.S. govern- “Throughout Scripture, we are about power. Ideological Christians, we have Abbey Church. catholiccharitiesusa.org Oklahoma City area. ment to process recent arrivals asked to serve the orphan, the im- n explanations fall short something to share Donate by phone: CCAOKC’s service to refugees from Afghanistan in Fort Lee.” migrant and the widow, and Catho- to the extent that they that the world needs, (800) 919-9338 includes connecting them to hous- Raglow said three Catholic Chari- lic Charities strives to do that,” Ra- especially in times reject the Christian view Donate by mail: 2050 ing, medical screening, registering ties’ employees have been approved glow said. “In this case, assisting of the human person such as these. We Ballenger Ave., Ste. 400, A young man looks on outside a damaged home in Les Cayes, children for school and employ- to assist with the efforts and one those who put their lives in peril and the Christian un- have been given the Alexandria, VA 22314 Haiti, following a magnitude 7.2 earthquake. CNS photo/Henry ment. In recent years, arrivals have already is in Fort Lee. Although protecting the lives of Americans derstanding of history gift of faith, hope and n Donate by e-mail: Romero, Reuters. been primarily from Burma and the U.S. government has not yet overseas is not only just, it literally and redemption, which, love. We have been en- donations@ Vietnam. indicated that any Afghan refugees is the least we can do and if we are for believers, is the pre- trusted with an under- CatholicCharitiesUSA.org “The people most suffering are will be relocated to Oklahoma, that called to assist, we are humbled cious lens through which we can find meaning and standing of God’s plan for the world that he created @archokc not the people involved in politics could change and Catholic Chari- and honored to serve.” hope in a world overshadowed by darkness, violence out of love and redeemed from sin and death that all and despair. might find happiness, justice and lasting peace be- Archdiocese of The world may be overshadowed by these, but it has yond the tragedies and suffering that drive the news Oklahoma City not been abandoned to them. We believe that we are cycle. It is the Church’s service to the world to share created in the image and likeness of God who loves us this good news, to be light for the world. 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God our Father, and less expensive.” Stanley by stating, “This was a Archbishop Coakley’s Calendar by the labor of humankind We have a dome! He then introduced Shrine momentous moment in con- you govern and guide to The following events are part of Archbishop Coakley’s official calendar. Executive Director, Leif Arvid- struction of the shrine that will perfection the work of At the dome placement event son, who offered a reflectionon become a visible beacon of faith creation. Hear the prayers of Aug. 12, it was wonderful to Sept. 2 – Senior Staff meeting, 10 a.m., Catholic Pastoral Center observe the excitement that Our Lady of Guadalupe’s words for thousands of people around – Mass, 11:30 a.m., St. Francis de Sales Chapel, CPC your people and give all Sept. 2 was taking place at the Blessed to Saint Juan Diego at Tepeyac the world. They will come to Sept. 2 – USCCB Pro-Life Committee virtual meeting, 1 p.m. persons work that Stanley Rother Shrine! Hill for which there is a replica visit our state and city and Sept. 7 – St. Ann Retirement Center Board meeting, 8 a.m., CPC enhances their human First, we heard from Tony at the shrine. He quoted Our come to learn about our ordi- Sept. 7 – Mass, 11:30 a.m., St. Francis de Sales Chapel, CPC dignity and draws them Yanda, senior director of con- Lady, “I want very much to nary priest from Okarche who Sept. 7 – Archdiocesan Review Board meeting, 3 p.m., CPC closer to each other in the struction operations at The have a sacred little house built lived an extraordinary life.” Sept. 7 – Jubilarian Dinner, 6 p.m., CPC service of their brothers and here for me, in which I will Sept. 8 – School Mass and classroom visits, 8:30 a.m., Holy Trinity, Okarche sisters. On Labor Day, let us Boldt Company, who said, “It’s They expressed their grat- an emotional moment to see show him, I will exalt him and itude to everyone involved in Sept. 8 – Napa Institute Communications Committee virtual meeting, 4 p.m. also remember people who Leif Arvidson Sept. 9 – Senior Staff meeting, 10 a.m., CPC are seeking work and people the dome put in place. The make him manifest.” this momentous project as they Sept. 9 – Mass, 11:30 a.m., St. Francis de Sales Chapel, CPC who are underemployed. innovative engineering and Archbishop Coakley conclud- look forward to the dedication Sept. 9 – Bl. Stanley Rother Shrine Board meeting, 3 p.m., CPC We ask this through planning to build the dome on ed the event contemplating of the Blessed Stanley Rother Sept. 10 – Spitzer Center Episcopal Advisors conference call, 11 a.m. Christ our Lord. the ground made it faster, safer on the magnitude of Blessed Shrine next year. Sept. 12 – Mass and celebration of Feast of Our Lady of LaVang, 11:45 a.m., The Cathedral of Our Lady of Amen. Perpetual Help, OKC 4 August 29, 2021 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic August 29, 2021 5

Below is a lineup of scheduled broadcasts on “Make Straight the Way” Holy Spirit Catholic Church celebrates hosted by Deacon Larry Sousa dedication Mass • Sept. 7 & 8: Patrick Raglow Executive Director Catholic Charities, OKC By Eliana Tedrow in 2014. Under his • Sept. 14 & 15: Fr. Price Oswalt The Sooner Catholic leadership, plans Priest - Archdiocese of OKC developed for a space Most Reverend (part 1) that would house 700 Paul S. Coakley • Sept. 21 & 22: Fr. Price Oswalt USTANG – Parishioners, com- parishioners with the Archbishop of Oklahoma City Priest - Archdiocese of OKC munity members and builders option to expand in Publisher (part 2) gathered Aug. 21 to celebrate the future as Holy • Sept 28 & 29: Jamie Biller the long-awaited dedication Spirit continues to – Singer/Songwriter of the new church building of grow. Diane Clay Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Mustang. “I’m excited for the Editor M Archbishop Coakley celebrated Mass along people here who have “Make Straight the Way” with Archbishop Emeritus Eusebius Beltran; been here a long time Dana Attocknie broadcasts on Bishop Thomas Zinkula, of Davenport, Iowa; and worked on it a Managing Editor Oklahoma Catholic Radio Father William Novak, vicar general; Father Jo- long time,” Father Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m. and seph Jacobi, pastor of Holy Spirit; and Father Jacobi said. “That 7:30 p.m., and Wednesdays James Greiner, a retired former pastor of Holy has been a blessing Volume 43, Number 16 at 3:30 p.m. Spirit. They were joined by several other priests for me to see people and deacons, including deacons serving at come together on so Holy Spirit: Dcns. Paul Lewis, Bill Hough and many different levels, Sooner Catholic Newspaper George Leal. in so many different 7501 Northwest Expressway Deacon Lewis presented Archbishop Coakley ways, to work toward with the keys and plans of the church building. Oklahoma City, OK 73132 raising up this holy “For more than a year, we have anticipated place. For me, that Above: Archbishop Coakley (405) 721-1810 From the Archives … this day when we could fill this church and has been the greater blessed the new altar with Holy (405) 721-5210 Chrism. Fax: A photo series from George Rigazzi, archdiocesan archivist celebrate this dedication Mass. We are most blessing.” E-mail: [email protected] grateful for your kindness and pastoral concern Holy Spirit was Right: Fr. Jacobi delivered the Mailing Address: in allowing the delay in the Mass due to the gifted several pieces homily. onstructed in 1886, the first P.O. Box 32180 pandemic, and yet, in the meantime, allowing from various churches Catholic church in Purcell, a us to use this church building for the celebra- Oklahoma City, OK 73123 within the archdiocese. Below: Archbishop Coakley Ctown named for the vice pres- tion of the Eucharist,” he said. The Cathedral of Our with the Knights of Columbus. ident of the Sante Fe Railroad, was a “In many ways, the challenges of the past Lady of Perpetual Help Visit us online at small, wooden structure near the Ca- year have been a metaphor for the challenges donated the Altar of Photos Avery Holt/Sooner soonercatholic.org nadian River. It also served during the we have faced as a parish in the ultimate con- Sacrifice, Ambo, Altar Catholic. week as the school building. Father of Repose, Frank Rouqier was the first pastor, Visit the archdiocesan website and Pre- and built this edifice. He was, to say sider’s Chair. Immaculate Concep- at archokc.org the least, mysterious. tion Catholic Church donated the Early accounts say that he was from Tabernacle, Sanctuary Lamp and The Sooner Catholic Canada, perhaps Quebec given his Stations of the Cross. (USPS 066-910) is published French name. He soon disappeared “I’ve been waiting for this for a biweekly except for once in and surfaced again in the Quapaw long time, so it’s wonderful to final- Reservation in 1890. Father Roquier January and July by the ly see this taking place and be able vanished again, and no record of his Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. to be in the new church,” said Jane existence can be found anywhere in Mondt, one of the founding mem- growth of the parish and the struggles to get a North America. Regardless of his dubi- bers of the parish. new church built. The newspaper is not responsible ous past, he effectively brought three Mondt, who attended one of the Several parishioners helped with the project. for unsolicited material. Sisters of Saint Francis to Purcell Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, Purcell first masses held in the funeral Hermilo Franco used his background in con- Copyright © 2021 Sooner Catholic to start Saint Elizabeth School, and struction to benefit the design and con- ground was broken near the present struction process. site of the church. Subscription rate: $35 per year “the flower of the clergy, most beloved by priest “It is an achievement, a milestone for It was from Purcell that the Pre- sure, and a dream come true for many for all who are not members of the and people.” fect Apostolic of Indian Territory Ignatius Jean people,” he said. Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. delivered his famous sermon on the necessity of Saint Elizabeth Academy, the second oldest in the state, was erected with funds given by Saint “Father Jacobi is such a great leader. Periodical postage paid at honoring the rights of the American Indians, who struction of this church building.” Katherine Drexel whose primary mission was Being a member of different committees Oklahoma City, OK 73125. were already present, on the eve of the Land Run Parishioners started raising funds in American Indians. Eventually, all children were around the church, I have noticed how of 1889. the mid-1980s leading up to an initial invited to attend. After 60 years, Saint Elizabeth generous people in the church are and Purcell was the town where the newly appointed capital campaign in 2010, another in POSTMASTER: Send address can’t help but feel proud of being in this Vicar Apostolic Theophile Meerschaert set foot in closed its doors in 1948 citing financial woes. 2016, culminating with the “One Church, changes to the Sooner Catholic, The present church, the project of Father A.O. community.” the Territory for the first time on Sept. 18, 1891. Many Disciples” campaign in 2018, which Eliana Tedrow is a freelance writer for P.O. Box 32180, Oklahoma City, Murphy (another Canadian), was dedicated by Mass was celebrated the next day at the convent produced the funds needed to move for- the Sooner Catholic. OK 73123. chapel. Bishop McGuinness on Feb. 11, 1952. This beau- ward with the building project. Finally, on Father Vincent Joly, a Benedictine, became the tiful new building was in the Romanesque style May 20, 2018, members old and new wit- first resident pastor and in 1888 had the church and contained the old altar and reredos from The nessed the groundbreaking of the church. building moved to the newly acquired land where Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Okla- The first Mass in the new church build- the new school had been constructed. Seeing the homa City, which had recently installed a new ing was celebrated on the Vigil of Pente- need for a better space for worship, he built the baldichino and updated the sanctuary. Accounts cost in 2020. The completion of the new second church that was dedicated on March 21, of the day state that the windows also came from church building was fortuitous, providing 1892, under the patronage of Our Lady of Victory. the cathedral. ample space for parishioners to continue to parlor in July of 1983, also was The cost for the building was $2,000 and raising Just across the river, Saint John the Baptist physically distance themselves while continu- a member of the Master Planning the funds for that exorbitant amount seemed like Catholic Church was dedicated in 1889 in Lex- ing to worship in person during the pandemic. Committee. an insurmountable task. ington. They were only a few miles apart and were “My goal all along was not so much the build- “I’ve had so many comments from The zealous and talented Father Vin- closely united until it closed in 1999. ing, but the building up of the ‘living stones’ of people saying how beautiful this is. cent did indeed accomplish his goal. His Presently, Our Lady of Victory remains an im- the Church,” Father Jacobi said. It’s so heartwarming to get to this health began to fade, and he died trag- portant community and with an influx of Hispan- Father Jacobi said seeing the light and joy point finally.” ically young in 1894. At his Requiem ics is poised to continue its essential ministry to in people’s faces over a beautiful place they George Schwartz and his wife, The Sooner Catholic Mass, Bishop Meerschaert called him the people of south-central Oklahoma. helped build and a sense of accomplishment, Mary, helped secure land for the is supported through the with God’s help, has defined what this process parish to build the Family Life Annual Catholic Appeal and Sooner ARCHDIOCESE OF OKLAHOMA CITY ARCHIVES has meant to him. Center. A member for more than 35 Catholic Communications Appeal. Father Jacobi became pastor of Holy Spirit years, Schwartz has witnessed the 6 August 29, 2021 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic August 29, 2021 7 continued from page 1 Parishioner starts saint- Totus Tuus subcontractors, for your good work. Thank you to Franck & Lohsen, ADG, Cooper Project Advisors, building com- based coffee company mittee members and board members. otus Tuus was held Thank you to our priests and benefac- during the last week of tors. All of your prayers, support and July at St. Mary Catholic T hard work has brought us to this point.” during pandemic Church in Clinton. Totus Tuus The dome for the shrine was built on is a Catholic summer youth the ground using cold-formed metal steel program dedicated to sharing before being lifted onto the church. The the Gospel and promoting the By Jolene Schonchin dome weighs 45,000 pounds, is 34 feet Catholic faith through cat- The Sooner Catholic tall and has a circumference of about 40 echesis, evangelization, Chris- feet. Crews used a crane that towered tian witness and Eucharistic more than 200 feet into the air to lift it worship. Photos provided. DMOND – Caden Bennett, founder of Religious Roast Coffee and Fully into place. Alive Ministries, capitalized on the morning ritual of coffee and faith “It’s an emotional moment to see the dome put in place. The innovative engi- by combining the two. He said the idea for the bag designs of Religious neering and planning to build the dome Roast came from prayer and from the desire to become prayer. on the ground made it faster, safer and “I personally began doing a morning offering each morning to have less expensive. Boldt is proud to use theE first thing I do be prayer, and with that came a desire to share that joy with our skills to benefit the Blessed Stanley others,” Bennett said. Rother Shrine,” said Tony Yanda, senior “I was led to the idea of putting the saints on bags with a prayer since typically director of construction operations at The the first thing many people do in the morning before they can do anything produc- Boldt Company. tive is simply make a cup of coffee. With that in mind, there came the idea to com- The $40 million shrine is the signature bine the two: while the cup of coffee brews in the morning, we all can take a mo- element of the first-ever capital cam- paign for the Archdiocese of Oklahoma ment to say the prayer on each bag and become closer with that saint.” City, “One Church, Many Disciples.” The Religious Roast Coffee Company was started in June 2020. He decided to use the site will include the 2,000-seat church, time during the COVID pandemic shutdown to spend more time praying. From that a chapel where Blessed Stanley will be time, he was inspired with the idea of Religious Roast. Fully Alive Ministries began entombed, an education building, an shortly after in November. event space and several areas designated Bennett, a parishioner of St. John the Baptist Catholic for shrines and devotion. The site will be Church in Edmond, explained the idea of Fully Alive developed over time. Ministries first came to be during one of his class- Along with the Spanish colonial-style es when the discussion was on how a missionary church – which will be the largest Cath- olic Church in Oklahoma – an additional has to become one with who they evangelize. He element will be a museum and pilgrim said he saw a problem in the culture today where center, which will be an additional $5 mil- lion. The center will welcome thousands of visitors each year to an experience that it seems people have great Catholic speakers also are not limited in what we offer, in other you find time leads them through the life, witness and and video content, but without a relationship ministries you may find a model of only small for each mo- martyrdom of Blessed Stanley. with those hearing the message, there can be a groups, bible studies and so on. In our goal ment,” he said. The church will host many large dioc- disconnect, and most of the time there is little to create missionaries, we encourage them to “It is a gift to esan events and will help accommodate the growing Hispanic population whose growth from the seed that is planted. find a way to live out mission that is specific to serve and to see oth- We are thrilled to announce the 6th Annual CK Run (or walk!) will go on and parishes are significantly overcrowded. “While I was discussing with a friend how to them and their gifts, not the other way around. ers encounter God and grow in their love and in person this year! We are so excited to keep this annual tradition alive, and The design architect for the project is change culture. We decided to research to see On the topic of not being virtual, today too relationship with him.” can't wait to bring the Christ the King community together for a morning of Franck & Lohsen Architects in Wash- if anyone was solving this problem, and if not, many ministries are doing only virtual minis- Bennett shared his vision of where he sees fun, fitness and fellowship! ington D.C. They are supported by local perhaps we could do something to help. Fully try. While this has great potential both Fully Alive Ministries and architectural firm ADG. The general con- Register now and join us for our 6th annual 5K, 1 mile fun Alive really took off after an evening in a chap- for reaching others, what we all Religious Roast in five years, which tractor is The Boldt Company in Okla- el on the campus of Benedictine College. I sat really need is a human connec- includes his new project for the mis- run or walk and Toddler Dash homa City with Cooper Project Advisors there asking God if we should pursue this, and tion and we all can agree that any sionaries, and a place where people serving as the owner’s representative. continually I heard ‘yes,’ but I consistently kept communication we have online is can enjoy the flavors of Religious Learn more about Blessed Stanley Please note, prices increased as of August 28th and race t-shirts are not asking again and again if we should until, fi- never comparable to that of face- Roast Coffees. guaranteed for race week if registering on August 28th or later! Rother at stanleyrother.org or rother- shrine.org. nally, I was led to a verse in the Gospel of Mark to-face.” “Religious Roast is expanding with *Paper registration forms are available upon requests. Please email To sign up for updates on the shrine, that simply said, ‘do you still not understand.’ Being the founder of two min- the goal to open up an in-person [email protected] to request a paper registration form. view a video tour or to give a gift to the I chuckled to myself and casted out any fears istries does not come easy, and coffee shop with rooms available Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma’s or doubts and have not looked back.” Bennett expressed the biggest ob- for prayer, Bible studies and small Don't forget...the elementary and junior high home room class Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine Endow- Relying on the model Jesus created for mis- stacle in starting these two min- groups, plenty of Catholic books to with the most registrants wins a Chick-fil-A party! ment Fund, go online to archokc.org/ sionaries, Bennett explains the goal is help istries has been his age. He faced rent or buy, and loads of material to shrinesupport or call (405) 709-2745. everyone become a missionary and help them this challenge head-on, with his Caden Bennett pray with. The next few years are go- Watch a live webcam of shrine con- to realize that they are a missionary every day, Faith leading his way. ing to be great and we are excited for struction at archokc.org/shrinewebcam. whether they are at work, home or school. That The two ministries lean on each in a fun and all the people that will join us in the process is why their missionaries are prepared for par- unique way. Religious Roast Coffee and Fully and for all those we will encounter.” ish, young adult and youth ministry. They also Alive partner in a way that all profit for Reli- They have missionaries who are recent college are trained for mission trips, outreach events, gious is donated to Fully Alive to support the graduates and some in their mid40s, and all the liturgy and so much more. missionaries. Not only are customers able to ages in between, plenty of married missionar- “In other ministries, you may find a leader- enjoy a great cup of coffee and grow in prayer, ies and Fully Alive also has family missionaries ship seminar for how to lead a small group or but also, they are able to support missionaries where they send out entire families to encoun- & what five-step plan to follow to encounter those who are out there creating Saints. ter and change culture together. Find more saint around you. We understand that you cannot Bennett’s day is filled with overseeing both information at FullyAliveHub.org and Fully- scholars encounter on a five-step plan or a leadership ministries, but he stays organized and focused, AliveCatholic.org. Religious Roast Coffee can be seminar, but on relational ministry on a tailor- with help from above. ordered online at religiousroastcoffee.com. ing the Gospel message to whoever is in front “I found that when you start in prayer, every- Jolene Schonchin is a freelance writer for the of you and truly become one with them. We thing else seems to fit into place and God helps Sooner Catholic.

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The Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma Poker Run for The Center of Family Love held the annual Archbishop’s Dinner for Seminarian Education Aug. 10 at the Omni Hotel in Oklahoma City. The din- By Charles Albert start with free biscuits, gravy and state. We are hoping to greatly in- the first to help CFL with consis- ner supports the St. John Vianney Fund The Sooner Catholic coffee at The Center of Family crease attendance this year.” tent giving while also receiving for seminarian education. Visit cfook.org Love. The poker run concludes at Nellie Sanders, vice president of some great perks like an exclusive or cfook.org/dinner. Photos Chris Porter. The 2nd annual Poker Run spon- Copper Cove Marina at Foss Lake. philanthropy at the center, said, 1981 Crew hat as well as a 10 per- sored by the Knights of Columbus A typical poker run has five stops “The 1981 Crew is an exclusive cent discount to CFL’s Kristy Lyn’s with each person drawing a poker monthly giving program estab- Knights on Bikes will be at 9 a.m. Flowers and Gifts and Filters for Sept. 18 to benefit The Center of card at each stop. The person with lished to celebrate The Center of Life. For just $19.81 a month, you Family Love in Okarche. the best hand at the end wins. Family Love’s 40 years in service can help ensure a lasting legacy The mission of The Center of There also are prizes for people to those who live with physical and Family Love is to provide quality with the worst poker hands! It’s a intellectual disabilities. It is named for CFL residents.” lifetime care to adults with physi- great time for a good cause.” after the year, 1981, that CFL was To sign up, visit cal and intellectual disabilities. Burns added, “In 2020, despite founded by the Knights of Colum- centeroffamilylove.org/1981crew. Tim Burns, president of Knights issues with COVID, nearly 50 bus.” Charles Albert is a freelance writ- on Bikes, said “The program will people took part from all over the “We invite everyone to be among er for the Sooner Catholic.

Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma awards 2021 college scholarships

More than 100 people gathered at the Cath- students who received the scholarship and are The application period for 2022 scholarships olic Pastoral Center on June 11 to celebrate attending college. opens Sept. 7 and closes Oct. 31. Visit cfook. the Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma’s 2021 Archbishop Coakley celebrated Mass with the org/scholarship. The 2021 CFO college schol- scholarship recipients. They were joined by attendees and a luncheon followed. arship recipients are:

Catherine Cunningham St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, Enid Major: general health Benedictine College Scholarship: Evelyn and Kathryn Hau

Catherine Cunningham and CFO board members

Thomas Hoang St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Edmond Major: music University of Oklahoma Scholarship: Bobby Dean Little Trust Ryan Petka St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, Enid Major: mechanical engineering Tom and Margie Avant and Thomas Hoan Benedictine College Scholarship: Amelia P. Davis and Elizabeth J. Davis Lawrence John Kilhoffer St. Matthew Catholic Church, Elk City Major: political science The Catholic University of America Scholarship: C.W. Aneshansley and Frances Aneshansley

John Kilhoffer and CFO board members

Paula Le The Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, OKC Major: pre-medicine University of Oklahoma Scholarship: J.E. Greenan

Paula Le and CFO board members Erik Winkeljohn St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Enid Valerie Volpe Major: engineering St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church, Harrah University of Oklahoma Major: theatre and art Leave a Legacy, Support the Church. Scholarship: Amelia P. Davis and Benedictine College Elizabeth J. Davis Lawrence Scholarship: St. Teresa of Avila Gabe Volpe The Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma is here to help. St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church, Harrah Contact us (405)721-4115 or [email protected]. Major: computer science University of Dallas Visit our website for more information cfook.org Scholarship: St. Teresa of Avila

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Bl. Stanley Rother Shrine

onstruction crews lifted the 45,000-pound dome onto the Bl. Stanley Rother Shrine on CAug. 12 in Oklahoma City. The dome marks one of the largest construction milestones for the shrine, which is expected to be completed in late summer 2022. Learn more at rothershrine.org. Photos Steve Sisney, Chris Porter, Diane Clay and Avery Holt/Sooner Catholic. 12 August 29, 2021 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic August 29, 2021 13 Making Sense of Bioethics Real Life Disciples Remember who you are The moral analysis of boxing

I have a confession to make. I think I’m a prayer time, and suddenly was convicted. For not even hypocrite. No seriously, I really think I am. The several months, as work and life have been tragedy or In 1996, when Muhammad Ali lit the Olym- thinking, painful vision, harmful reactions to One el- other night I had a great talk with my young- very busy and stressful, I have been more of sickness, Jim Beckman pic flame on international television, the issue light, difficulties with memory and learning, ement of est son who is just entering the world of high a thermometer than a thermostat. When you not even Executive Director of sports-induced brain damage was raised to and loss of the ability to focus. Sometimes respon- Father Tad school. It’s a conversation that has been re- look at my day-to-day life and interactions, I death (See of the Secretariat for new prominence. One of the greatest boxers repetitive brain trauma can result in progres- sible Pacholczyk peated in our home numerous times over the think most people would observe, “Wow, Jim Romans Evangelization and in history, his evident frailty and overt Parkin- sive neurodegenerative disease with significant games- National Catholic years as each child hit this significant mile- seems really busy. He’s got a lot going on.” I’ve 8:39- Catechesis son’s tremors led many to question the sport symptoms arising years later, including de- man- Bioethics Center mentia. stone. been stressed, irritable, anxious – especially at 8-39). I of boxing and its future. Since then, countless ship in other athletes, not only from the world of box- Our ability to recognize and understand The topic stems back to something my dad home with my family. It led to a second, and don’t live today’s ing, but from football, hockey, mixed martial traumatic brain injury is continuing to improve said to me years ago when I was at a simi- even better conversation with my son. One that under my sporting lar juncture in life. He used different words. started with me acknowledging how poorly I circumstances, rather the power of God has the arts, soccer and beyond, have shared tragic with time. Several proteins, released by nerve stories of debilitating sports-related concus- cells when they are damaged following a con- events involves the development and use of ap- “Be a thermostat Jimmy! We don’t need any had been doing “setting” the temperature in my unique capacity to help me rise above them! propriate gear to protect athletes from acciden- more thermometers.” My dad was a man of own little world. sions. cussion, often can be detected as “fluid bio- I am meant to live my life in the right direc- tal harm. Another involves the establishment few words, so that’s about all I got. My brother The rest of this article is more for my own tion, which is outward facing, toward others, Although many sports involve the risk of un- markers” either in the blood or in the cerebro- of rigorous penalties for players and teams that and I were often left trying to figure out what sake, but I hope the process is beneficial for aware of others’ needs more than my own, and intentional injuries, boxing for many raises the spinal fluid. Testing for the presence of these intentionally seek to cause harm to their oppo- he meant from his cryptic conversations with you as well. I think all of us at times stray from constantly looking for ways that I can help, issue to an entirely different level. Indeed, it is proteins can aid in identifying and confirming us. We were farm boys, so we had many ear- who we are and get overly burdened with life’s serve, love and be a source of hope and sup- important for us to inquire about the intended even mild traumatic brain injuries that may nents during competitions and tournaments. ly mornings doing chores together where we circumstances. It’s good for us to take time pe- port. When I live like that, it’s not just me who purpose or goal of boxing. not be obvious on first assessment. For the sport of boxing, however, such mea- would laugh and imitate his strange advice to riodically to check the temperature. You don’t people encounter, it’s Jesus within me who Literature describing the ancient practice of Neurologists, of course, are among the first sures reveal a contradiction. If one were to us. I remember those days with a great fond- stay a thermostat without intentional effort. they meet! the sport of boxing makes it clear that Greek to emphasize that a concussion represents a completely protect a boxer, for example, with serious medical condition. Treatment options ness. It’s interesting, though, how much his It’s something you need to return to frequently, Do you feel the temperature changing? It’s athletes sometimes suffered permanent inju- appropriate body padding to avoid injury, generally remain limited, and tend to include words stuck with me. sometimes every day, just to remind yourself feeling a whole lot better in here. On the drive ries or even died during tournaments. During the sport would lose much of its energy and Roman gladiatorial boxing events, they basi- the need for extended time to allow the neuro- A thermostat sets the temperature, while a what the real aim is. I need a reset – I need to to school this morning with my son we talked appeal, since causing injury is central to the cally fought to the death. Any sporting activity logical impairment to heal. thermometer registers and changes with it. remember who “I” am! And, I need to set the about all this again. He commented that he can process of engagement. If one were to be penal- where the declared goal would be to kill one’s Young athletes can be so desperate to com- My dad’s point was simple – remember who thermostat according to that reality. see a change in me. Maybe I’m not a hypo- ized for intentionally seeking to harm the other opponent would, of course, automatically raise pete, nevertheless, that they will say they are you are, and don’t let the world of high school Here’s my new setting: crite after all – phew! Or better yet, I found the serious moral objections. fine after suffering an injury even when they boxer, as may be done for other sports like change you. That was the talk I was trying to I’m a son of God, and I have the very life of remedy for my hypocrisy: awareness, humility Modern boxing has no such goal, though are not, and seek to return to the competitive hockey, again, boxing would become eviscerat- have with my son the other night. As he was God in me. Everywhere I go, I carry that signifi- in the face of it, quick repentance and willing certain elements of bodily harm and violence event. A second insult to the brain, without ed of much of its core. getting ready to enter that world, I wanted to cant life force. And, that life is one that is filled embrace of new behavior, all fueled by grace continue to characterize the sport, with an av- allowing for full healing of the first, can signifi- There are obvious meritorious considerations encourage him to be a leader, not a follower; to with joy, hope, purpose and meaning! Even the and the Holy Spirit. erage of 10 boxing deaths occurring each year cantly increase the risk for prolonged symp- to boxing, like the intense training, personal be someone who changes the world around him mundane aspects of my life, including at times Praise God for the active life of discipleship! since 1900. Among the more serious forms of toms. discipline, and resilience involved, all of which rather the world around him changing him. I overwhelming burdens, take on a whole new I’m pretty sure this is what it’s all about. As harm that can occur from competitive boxing Considering the intensity of competitive are clearly valid on their own terms. Saint Paul kept repeating those words to him, “Remember meaning. I drove away from dropping off Brian, I could is physical damage to the brain. From January pressure, particularly among young people who you are!” Nothing can separate me from that love and still hear my dad’s voice ringing in my mind, even uses the analogy of boxing to describe the 1960 to August 2011, for example, 488 box- who may have a limited ability to consider the I woke up the next day for my early morning that life of God. Not burdens, not busyness, “Be a thermostat Jimmy!” way we should exercise heroic discipline in the ing-related deaths were reported, with approx- consequences of their actions and the potential Christian life (1 Cor 9:25-27). imately 65 percent of those deaths involving future effects of injuries, the question arises But, while there are various elements that grave neurological damage. whether there isn’t a broader moral obligation can attract us to the sport, the violent goal of If the goal of a professional boxing match is in the community to “save players from them- the engagement remains gravely problematic continued from page 1 mausoleum with Holy Chrism Branden Seid, executive di- “just” to knock out the opponent to gain vic- selves” and for those around them to refrain at a moral level. The sport of boxing not only and blessed the outer walls of rector of the cemetery, said tory, the purpose of the competition itself still from applying undue pressure to perform on the building with holy water. A the sculpture was created by raises moral concerns, because participants young athletes. risks serious impairment and even death, but their loved ones … will be re- first-class relic of martyr Bless- Pedrini Sculpture and Archi- are striving to inflict potentially serious harm Regrettably, undue pressure to participate poses many uncomfortable questions for us minded of the reason that we ed Stanley Rother was placed tecture in Carrera, Italy. Sur- to their opponent’s brain by causing a concus- sometimes arises from parents and coaches, regarding our own appetites as spectators, and gather to honor the dead, to under the altar. rounding the Pieta are three sion, a type of traumatic brain injury. and outside mediators are sometimes needed our willingness to allow for certain elements of honor our faith in the Res- “Just in the days of old when mosaics. The largest mosaic Suffering a concussion can result in a pano- to assure that young people’s best interests are brutality and even barbarism in the practice of urrection, to encourage one the early Christians gathered on the back wall depicts the ply of symptoms and problems, including fuzzy protected. sporting events. another with that faith. Death to celebrate the Eucharist, Resurrection of Jesus. On the does not have the last word. from this day forward they will side walls of the chapel are Life is victorious; Christ is vic- be close to the witness and two smaller mosaics depicting torious. That is what our faith reminded of the witness of the the raising of Lazarus and the proclaims.” martyrs.” raising of the son of the widow As part of the dedication, The centerpiece of the mau- of Nain. Back to School Archbishop Coakley blessed soleum is an exact replica of Diane Clay is editor of the the altar and the walls of the Michelangelo’s Pieta in Rome. Sooner Catholic. Students who attend Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City returned to the classroom Aug. 11. Photos provided.

Archbishop Coakley celebrated Mass and dedicated the new Our Lady of Sorrows Mausoleum on Aug. 17 at Resurrection Memorial Cemetery in Oklaho- ma City. Photos Diane Clay/Sooner Catholic. 14 August 29, 2021 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic August 29, 2021 15 Jobs Box The Juan Diego “syndrome” Executive director - OKC Refugee job developer - OKC lization and catechetical leader- combination of education and rel- Immediate opening for an execu- Catholic Charities of the Archdi- ship preferred. Send resume to Fr. evant experience considered. Send On Dec. 9, 1531, Our Lady of for which I exceedingly beg, Lady Juan Diego, that of not believing tive director at St. Ann Retirement ocese of Oklahoma City is seeking John Paul Lewis at frjohnpaul@ cover letter and resume to Dave Guadalupe appeared for the first and my child, that you entrust the in himself and what he could do; Luis Soto Center to be responsible for provid- a refugee job developer to develop lawtoncatholic.com. Ashton at [email protected]. time to the Indian Saint Juan delivery of your message to some- that of thinking less than others; Assistant Executive ing comprehensive leadership for a and maintain partnerships with Diego. According to the accounts one of importance, well known, that of believing oneself not worthy Director of the senior living community in oper- employers to identify employment Van driver - OKC Organist/music director - Enid of the apparitions, Our Lady asked respected and esteemed, so that of this or that; that of believing the Secretariat for ational management, goal setting opportunities; provide clients with Cristo Rey OKC Catholic High St. Francis Xavier Catholic Juan Diego to go and see the Arch- they may believe in him; because famous “you can’t,” is what I call Evangelization and and long-term growth. Accountable job readiness training; assist cli- School is seeking a part-time van Church in Enid is seeking a full- bishop of Mexico and tell him that I am a nobody, I am a small rope, the “syndrome” of Juan Diego. Catechesis for staff management, development ents with completing applications, driver to transport students to and time organist and director of mu- it was the will of the Mother of God a tiny ladder, the tail end, a leaf, And, I think it is, unfortunately, and engagement, resident and interviews and placement activities; from work on assigned routes daily. sic. In working with the pastor and that a temple be built on the hill of and you, my child, the least of my very common among us Catholics, family satisfaction, resident occu- conduct follow-up actions for reten- Drivers also can drive for special his associates, the music director Tepeyac. children, my Lady, you send me particularly Hispanic Catholics. believe it; it is time to put it into pancy levels, regulatory and budget tion purposes. High school diploma school functions as requested. should be familiar with liturgical Juan Diego did so, but without to a place where I never visit nor How many young people drop out practice; it is time to show it. If repose. Please excuse the great of school because they lack a little compliance, and sales and market- and at least two years of experience Some qualifications include val- settings and seasons, and compli- any luck. He was not listened to you believe you don’t have the and returned to the hill to tell the unpleasantness and let not fretful- faith in themselves and what they ing activities. Actively promotes the directly related to the responsibili- id driver’s license; ability to pass ant within the ritual of the Roman needed formation, please remem- Catholic Church. Duties include “the Lady of Heaven” what had ness befall, my Lady and my all.” can achieve? How many times do mission, philosophies and values in ties specified; bachelor’s degree in background check and a clean ber God does not necessarily only daily interactions with employees, business or marketing with expe- DMV record (five years); bilingual directing choirs, recruiting and happened. According to the “Nican Our Lady listened attentively, we think that in the Church we call the formed, but forms the ones residents and families. Send re- rience in job development or em- (English/Spanish) speaking a plus; training cantors and other musi- Mopohoa” original account of the with love I would say, the words of cannot be part of the great events called. sume and cover letter to nlargent@ ployment services preferred; ability ability and willingness to work cians, and engaging the faithful apparitions, Juan Diego told the Juan Diego, and with patience and and decisions? How many times do Approach your parish priest and archokc.org. to drive and possess a valid Okla- a split-shift; experience and/or into full and active participation Virgin what happened with the also firmness she replied: “Hark, we stop participating in the parish tell him that you want to partici- homa driver’s license and clean willingness to work with youth ages in worship. E-mail resume to Fr. following words: my son the least, you must under- council, the finance council and pate, that you want to contribute, Archdiocesan Catholic school driving record; fluency in written 14-18. Send resume and a brief Mark Mason at Mark.Mason@ “Seeing her, prostrated before stand that I have many servants other important groups because that you want to be an ambassa- coordinators - OKC and spoken English; fluency in statement of interest to Ashton. archokc.org. her, he said: ‘Lady, the least of my and messengers to whom I must we think that “we don’t visit those dor, that you want to be a bridge The Archdiocese of Oklahoma Spanish, Burmese, Swahili or other [email protected]. daughters, my child, I went where entrust the delivery of my message places?” How many times do we that serves as a sign of unity and City has two education coordina- language that is representative Maintenance worker - OKC you sent me to comply with your and carry my wish, but it is of pre- stop trusting ourselves and the integration for the Church, that tor openings. The coordinator for of a refugee population currently PreK-3 aide - OKC St. Joseph Old Cathedral is command. With difficulty I entered cise detail that you yourself solicit potential we have, what we have formation and academic renew- being served preferred. Send cover Bishop John Carroll Catholic seeking a skilled maintenance the prelate’s study. I saw him and and assist and that through your to offer to our society and to our you want to be a messenger of al serves to advance the mission letter with resume to Mark Chan at School in Oklahoma City seeks a worker to perform upkeep task exposed your message, just as you mediation my wish be complied. Church? Good News. of the archdiocese and Catholic [email protected]. full-time pre-school aide. Catho- such as repairs and cleaning. instructed me. He received me be- I earnestly implore, my son the Thank God there is a “vaccine” Take the risk, learn English, schools by developing, executing lic preferred, but a dedication to Responsible for applying basic nevolently and listened attentively, least, and with sternness I com- against this “syndrome,” and Juan study, learn your faith, live your and supervising a plan for the Emergency assistance - living a Christian lifestyle a must. fixes to equipment and building but when he replied, it appeared mand that you again go tomorrow Diego received it and knew how to faith, share your faith, bear wit- continuous renewal of the intel- Woodward Must be a problem solver, forward systems. Must have the ability to that he did not believe me. and see the bishop. You go in my use it. The “vaccine” is given to us ness to Christ at every moment. lectual formation of teachers and Catholic Charities of the Archdi- thinker, be able to take direction install, troubleshoot, repair and He said: ‘You will return; I will name and make known my wish in by Our Lady of Guadalupe. With We have a big mission in front of students. The coordinator for ocese of Oklahoma City is seeking and fulfill duties. Aide also must maintain church facilities. Contact hear you at my pleasure. I will its entirety that he has to start the her words, with her insistence, us. Many say that it is the His- operations provides staff support to a part-time emergency assistance be able to build rapport with staff the parish office or send resume to review from the beginning the wish erection of a temple that I ask of with her order to become “ambas- panic moment in society. Without the director of Catholic education employee for those in need. Pri- and families. Send a resume and [email protected]. and desire that you have brought.’ him. And again, tell him that I, in sadors, most worthy of all confi- a doubt it is, but it also is in the and in particular support to prin- marily focused on rent and utility brief statement expressing inter- I perfectly understood by the man- person, the ever-virgin Holy Mary, dence.” Church. Today, in addition to firm- cipals for the operational tasks of assistance but may be used for est to Principal Tim McFadden at Director of evangelization and ner he replied that he believes it to Mother of God, sent you. … You My invitation is to “raise your ly believing in God, it is time for us 19 Catholic schools. Catholics in other types of emergencies. Strong [email protected]. Christian formation - OKC be an invention of mine that you are my ambassador, most worthy heads” (cf. Lc 21,28). We Hispanics Catholics to know that God firmly good standing, with a strong desire verbal and written communication St. Joseph Old Cathedral is seek- wish that a temple be built here to of all confidence.” can be a blessing for the Church believes in us, his “ambassadors, to assist the Church in faithfully and listening; proficiency in Micro- Teacher – El Reno ing a full-time director of evangeli- you, and that it is not your order; To the initial attitude of San in the United States. It is time to most worthy of all confidence.” and responsibly communicating soft Office applications; ability to Sacred Heart Catholic School in zation and Christian formation to the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the gather data, compile information El Reno is accepting applications lead and organize efforts in evange- mission, ministry and needs of the and prepare reports. Send cov- for full-time 6th grade teaching lization, especially among families, Catholic Church a must. Three to er letter with resume to Theresa position for the 2021-2022 school youth and young adults. Deep com- Book Review: The life and cause of Catholic Ireland five years’ experience in teaching a Flannery at [email protected]. year. Oklahoma state certification mitment to the life of a missionary pilgrimage must. Catholic school administra- required. Call Shannon Statton at disciple and a joyful willingness to Join Fr. James Go- tive experience preferred at build- Maintenance worker - Mustang (405) 262-2284 or send resume to take an active part in parish life a Bl. Charles of Austria ins on a pilgrimage ing level and/or central office. Send Holy Spirit Catholic Church in [email protected]. must. Experience in evangelization to Ireland Oct 4-14. Cost: $4,099 from resume to [email protected]. Mustang is seeking a part-time and catechetical leadership pre- By Br. Benet Exton, O.S.B. would not agree. Charles feared that ified on Oct. 3, 2000, by Saint John Oklahoma City. Visit skilled maintenance worker to Immigration attorney - OKC ferred. Contact Fr. Brian Buettner The Sooner Catholic the empire would be split into various Paul II. unitours.com/ Production assistant - OKC perform upkeep tasks such as Catholic Charities of the Archdi- at [email protected]. countries, which is what happened. This book was written with the help questions. Contact The Office of Communications repairs, by applying basic fixes to ocese of Oklahoma City is seeking Christina Young, AA The war ended in 1918. of Archduke Karl Habsburg, Arch- for the Archdiocese of Oklahoma equipment and building systems. a temporary immigration attorney Substitute teachers - Edmond Travel, (405) 919- Who is Blessed Charles of Austria? Charles and his duke Otto’s successor and City is seeking a production assis- Responsible for various other to provide legal services to low-in- St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic 0785, christina@ He was the last emperor of the Aus- family were forced into oldest son. One of the purpos- tant to work with the Coordinator duties, including some mowing of come individuals and is primarily School in Edmond is seeking sub- aa-travel.fun. tro-Hungarian Empire that was de- exile in Switzerland es of this book is to promote of Digital Evangelization in pro- the parish grounds, setting up for responsible for assessing individ- stitute teachers. Safe and Sacred feated with Germany in World War I duction of videos, live-streaming, parish events, preventative main- uals’ eligibility for immigration training is required with a back- and was told he could the cause for Pilgrimage to Holy (1914-1918). Charles or Karl Habsburg not come back to canonization of Land graphics, social media and coor- tenance tasks and other duties as relief and representing individuals ground check. E-mail Laura Cain, did not expect to become emperor or Join Fr. Daniel dination of the website. Experi- needed. Must have proven experi- before USCIS and immigration principal, at [email protected]. Austria. There was an Blessed Charles king. There were a few others who attempt to restore him and in some Grover and Fr. Carl ence/training required. Practicing ence in troubleshooting, repairing court. Must be a member in good Janocha on a pil- were more likely to do that, but assas- as king of Hungary, but this failed. way his wife Catholic and bilingual preferred. and maintaining facilities. Contact standing of the bar of any state; Custodian - Edmond sination and natural death brought grimage to the Holy Submit resume to mmills@ the parish office at (405) 376- fluent in the reading, writing and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic So, he and the family were exiled to Empress Zita, Land Nov. 3-12. Cost about him coming to be Emperor archokc.org. 9435; [email protected]. speaking of Spanish; one to two School in Edmond is looking for Madeira, an island that belongs to who lived a long from OKC $4,249. Franz Joseph’s successor in 1916. years of immigration law experi- a full-time school custodian. The Portugal. Charles and his family did life after his Contact Fr. Carl Charles Coulombe, author of “Blessed Summer camp coordinator - Teachers - OKC ence preferred, but willing to train. hours are 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Contact not have enough money to take care death. Janocha, (405) 527- Charles of Austria: a holy emperor and 5255, frcarlj@gmail. OKC St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Send cover letter with resume to Laura Cain, principal, at lcain@ of their needs for food, clothing and There are sev- his legacy,” in the first part or “book” com. The Archdiocese of Oklahoma School in Oklahoma City is seek- Kenia Castillo kcastillo@ccaokc. seasok.org or (405) 348-5364. housing. The situation was so bad eral black and presents the history of the Habsburg City is seeking a coordinator of ing a certified 4th grade teacher org. Charles got sick and died on April 1, white photos and dynasty and the Holy Roman Empire. Pilgrimage to youth evangelization and summer and certified middle school teach- Preschool assistant teachers - 1921. He was buried in Madeira be- color illustra- Poland, Vienna, In the second part or “book” he pres- camp. The coordinator is respon- ers for the 2021-2022 school year Case manager assistant II - OKC Norman cause his body was not allowed by the tions. There are Germany sible for all logistics, staffing and in the areas of math, science and Catholic Charities of the Arch- St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic ents the life of Blessed Charles. Austrian government to be buried in bibliographical references and some in- Join Fr. Rick programing at Our Lady of Guada- possibly theology. E-mail cover let- diocese of Oklahoma City is seek- Church is hiring for the Mother’s Ch. 5 and Ch. 6 is a presentation of Austria. ternet information on Blessed Charles. Stansberry on lupe Catholic Youth Camp, de- ter and resume to Principal Todd ing a case manager assistant II to Day Out program. Must be avail- Charles’ birth, education and training In Ch. 14 of book two, Coulombe A map or two would have been good a pilgrimage to signing strategic activities for the Gungoll at [email protected]. provide administrative and clerical able 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Monday as a soldier. Ch. 7 is about him meet- presents what happened to the rest of to figure out what places the author Poland, Vienna initial evangelization and ongoing support for case management and - Thursday. Experience preferred ing his wife Princess Zita of Bour- Charles’ family. They stayed in various was talking about. This book is highly and Germany Aug. discipleship of young people, and Director of evangelization and agency services; and coordinate the but not required. Applicants must bon-Parma, whose cause for canon- places. Archduke Otto, Charles’ oldest recommended to those interested in 1-11, 2022. Con- assist in the mentoring of parish Christian formation - Lawton handling of incoming phone calls, be able to pass a required back- ization is underway too. Chs. 8-10 are son and heir worked toward regain- Blessed Charles’ life and the last days tact Select Inter- leaders. Catholic in good standing, Blessed Sacrament Catholic greet clients and guests, provide ground check. School begins Sept. about Austria’s involvement in World ing the throne, but was prevented by of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. There national Tours at understanding of evangelization Church in Lawton is seeking a community resource information 13. E-mail Gini Vorwald at War I, which Charles did not believe World War II. The Habsburgs worked is one problem with the book; there are (800) 842-4842, and discipleship, experience lead- full-time director of evangelization or referrals, and complete agen- [email protected]. Austria should have gotten involved with the Allies to defeat Hitler’s Ger- words missing or typos, other than that jane@select-intl. ing youth programing and bach- and Christian formation to lead cy-oriented tasks as assigned. High with. many as much as they could. In the the book is an interesting read. com. elor’s degree a must. Bilingual in and organize efforts in evangeli- school graduation or G.E.D.; asso- Once he was emperor, he tried differ- third part or “book” is the story of Brother Benet Exton, O.S.B., St. Greg- To see more job openings, go on- ent ways to get Austria out of the war, archokc.org/ Spanish preferred. Submit resume zation, especially among children ciate’s degree preferred. Fluency in Archduke Otto and the canonization ory’s Abbey, Shawnee, is a freelance pilgrimages to [email protected]. and youth. Experience in evange- Spanish and English required; a line to archokc.org/jobs-box. but Germany and some Allied leaders cause for Charles. Charles was beat- writer for the Sooner Catholic. 16 August 29, 2021 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic August 29, 2021 17

Lánzate a lo más Profundo El “Síndrome” de Juan Diego Luke 5:4

El 9 de diciembre de 1531, ecidamente, Señora y Niña mía, A la actitud inicial de San Juan Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe se que a alguno de los principales, Diego, esa de no creer en sí mismo Luis Soto apareció por primera vez al indio conocido, respetado y estimado le y lo que podía hacer; esa de pen- ¿Cómo darle sentido al mundo que nos rodea? Subdirector San Juan Diego. De acuerdo a los encargues que lleve tu mensaje sarse menos que los demás; esa Ejecutivo del relatos de las apariciones, nuestra para que le crean porque yo soy de creerse no digno de tal o cual Secretariado de Vivimos en un mundo cambiante. Cada hora a través del cual damos sentido y esperanza a de los ojos de Señora le pidió a Juan Diego que un hombrecillo, soy un cordel, cosa; esa de creer el famoso “no Evangelización y de cada día nos enfrentamos a dramáticos un mundo azorado por la oscuridad, la violen- Cristo, y para fuese a casa del Arzobispo de Méx- soy una escalerilla de tablas, soy se puede”, es a la que yo llamo el Catequesis cambios que nos afectan personalmente, que cia y la desesperación. amar al mundo ico y le dijera que era voluntad de cola, soy hoja, soy gente menuda, “Síndrome” de Juan Diego. Y creo nos afectan como nación, como Iglesia y como El mundo puede ser ensombrecido por estas y a los demás la Madre de Dios que un templo se y Tú, Niña mía, la más pequeña de que desafortunadamente es muy comuni- malas noticias, pero con el corazón construyera en el cerro del Tepey- mis hijas, Señora, me envías a un común entre nosotros los católi- ac. Juan Diego así lo hizo, pero sin lugar por donde no ando y donde cos, particularmente los católicos Mi invitación es a que “levan- dad global. no ha sido abando- de Cristo. Somos suerte. No fue escuchado y regresó no paro. Perdóname que te cause hispanos. Cuántos jóvenes nos se temos nuestra cabeza” (Cfr. Lc Las noticas nado a ellas. Cree- agentes suyos en Arzobispo Pablo S. Coakley al cerro para contarle a “la Señora gran pesadumbre y caiga en tu quedan a mitad del camino en su 21,28). Los hispanos podemos sobre estos mos que hemos sido el mundo para del Cielo” lo que le había pasado. enojo, Señora y Dueña mía”. educación por faltar un poco de ser una bendición para la Iglesia eventos nos Como católicos y cristianos, creados a la imagen y manifestar su De acuerdo al “Nican Mopohoa”, La Virgen escuchó atentamente, fe en sí mismos y lo que pueden en los Estados Unidos, es hora llegan cada tenemos algo que compartirle semejanza de un Dios justicia y su misericordia. Esa es nuestra nar- “ relato original de las apariciones, con amor diría yo, las palabras lograr. Cuántas veces no pensa- de creerlo, es hora de ponerlo en momento que nos ama y que rativa. Esa es la perspectiva de la historia que por medio al mundo, especialmente en tiene un plan para Juan Diego refirió a la Virgen su re- de Juan Diego, y con paciencia mos que en la Iglesia no podemos práctica, es hora de demostrarlo. derrota la desesperación y restaura la esperan- sultado con las siguientes palabras: y también firmeza le respondió: ser parte de los grandes aconte- Acércate a tu párroco y dile que de métodos estos tiempos. nuestras vidas y para za. tradicio- el mundo. “Señora, la más pequeña de “Oye, hijo mío el más pequeño, ten cimientos y decisiones. Cuántas quieres participar, que quieres Como católicos y cristianos, tenemos algo mis hijas, Niña mía, fui a donde entendido que son muchos mis veces dejamos de participar en el contribuirle, que quieres ser emba- nales de Aun cuando el que compartirle al mundo, especialmente en comuni- ” pecado ha entrado al me enviaste a cumplir tu manda- servidores y mensajeros, a quienes Consejo Parroquial, el de finanzas jador, que quieres ser puente que estos tiempos. Se nos ha dado el don de la fe, cación, así mundo como rechazo to; aunque con dificultad entré a puedo encargar que lleven mi y otros importantes grupos, por sirva de unión para la Iglesia, que la esperanza y la caridad. Se nos ha confiado como también a través de las redes sociales. del plan amoroso de Dios para nuestra felici- donde es el asiento del prelado; le mensaje y hagan mi voluntad; pero pensar que “no andamos en esos quieres ser mensajero de buenas el entender el plan der Dios para el mundo que Las imágenes y narrativas son poderosas. dad, dejando consigo muerte a su paso, Dios vi y expuse tu mensaje, así como es de todo punto preciso que tú lugares”. Cuántas veces dejamos noticias. Toma el riesgo, aprende Él mismo creó por amor y redimió del pecado Algunas veces son perturbadoras y otras veces no nos ha abandonado a la muerte. Dios ha me advertiste; me recibió benigna- mismo solicites y ayudes y que con de confiar en nosotros mismos y inglés, estudia, prepárate mejor y la muerte para que todos tengamos felicidad, son engañosas. entrado en nuestra historia, comprometién- mente y me oyó con atención; tu mediación se cumpla mi volun- el potencial que tenemos, lo que en tu fe, defiende tu fe en la vida justicia y paz duradera, más allá de las trage- Al momento de escribir esta columna, el dose con nosotros por medio de una alianza y pero en cuanto me respondió, tad. Mucho te ruego, hijo mío el tenemos que ofrecer a nuestra pública, da testimonio de Cristo mundo se entera del impresionante colapso de finalmente enviando a su Hijo para redimirnos. dias y sufrimientos que llenan los diarios. Es pareció que no la tuvo por cierto, más pequeño, y con rigor te man- sociedad y a nuestra Iglesia. a cada momento. Tenemos una Afganistán, la crisis humanitaria en Haití y los Jesús, el Hijo Encarnado de Dios, se hizo uno un servicio de la Iglesia al mundo el compartir me dijo: “Otra vez vendrás; te oiré do, que otra vez vayas mañana Gracias a Dios existe una “vacu- misión grande frente a nosotros. esfuerzos globales para detener los contagios de nosotros para compartir nuestra debilidad, esta Buena Noticia, y ser la luz del mundo. más despacio: veré muy desde a ver al obispo. Dale parte en mi na” contra ese “síndrome”, y Juan Muchos dicen que es el momento de COVID, ahora transformado y esparcién- para llevar nuestras el principio el deseo y voluntad nombre y hazle saber por entero Diego la recibió y la supo utilizar. hispano en la sociedad, sin duda dose con pocos signos de querer irse. Seguim- cargas y la culpa de con que has venido...” Comprendí mi voluntad, que tiene que poner La “vacuna” nos la da Nuestra que lo es, pero también lo es en os luchando con viejas y dolorosas tensiones nuestros pecados. perfectamente en la manera que por obra el templo que le pido. Y Señora de Guadalupe. Con sus pa- la Iglesia. Hoy en día, además de raciales que desde hace unos meses exigen Aun siendo inocen- me respondió, que piensa que otra vez dile que yo en persona, labras, con su insistencia, con su creer firmemente en Dios, es hora solución y atención. Esta es la narrativa del te, sufrió y murió es quizás invención mía que Tú la siempre Virgen Santa María, orden de convertirnos en “emba- que nosotros los católicos sepa- ciclo sin fin de noticias que inunda nuestras por nosotros. Con- quieres que aquí te hagan un Madre de Dios, te envía… Tú eres jadores dignos de toda confianza”. mos que Dios cree firmemente en conciencias. quistó el pecado y templo y que acaso no es de orden mi embajador, muy digno de toda Con su confianza plena en no- nosotros, sus “embajadores dignos Esto es solo un pequeño ejemplo de los la muerte y resucitó tuya; por lo cual, te ruego encar- confianza.” sotros y lo que podemos hacer. de toda confianza.” eventos que nos afectan a todos. Estos y otros victorioso. factores coinciden con el incremento en crisis Jesucristo ha de salud mentales en nuestras comunidades, redimido la histo- al tiempo que intentamos encontrar maneras ria humana. Tiene de procesar y asimilar las noticias y tensiones una dirección y un que nos abruman. propósito que será Alimentadas por agendas ideológicas er- cumplido cuando róneas, las narraciones que nos cuentan de Cristo venga de estos eventos muchas veces nos quedan a nuevo en gloria y deber. No se trata solo de política y economía. ponga todas las No se trata solo de raza y género. No se trata cosas en su lugar. solo de poder. Las explicaciones ideológicas Como creyentes, nos quedan a deber porque rechazan la visión recibimos el don cristiana de la persona humana y el enten- del Espíritu Santo dimiento cristiano de la historia y la redención, para ver el mundo y Un joven mira una casa dañada por el sismo de 7.2 grados de magnitud, en Les el cual, para los creyentes, es el lente precioso la historia a través Cayes, Haiti. CNS foto/Henry Romero, Reuters.

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¡Tenemos una cúpula! más seguro y menos costoso “. er afirmando que “este fue un Luego presentó al Director momento trascendental en la En el evento de colocación de Ejecutivo del Santuario, Leif Ar- construcción del santuario que la cúpula el pasado jueves 21 de vidson, quien ofreció una reflex- se convertirá en un faro visible agosto de 2021, fue maravilloso ión sobre las palabras de Nues- de fe para miles de personas en observar la emoción que estaba tra Señora de Guadalupe a San todo el mundo. Vendrán a visitar teniendo lugar en el Santuario Juan Diego en el Cerro Tepeyac, nuestro estado y nuestra ciudad del Beato Stanley Rother. de la cual hay una réplica aquí y aprenderán sobre nuestro sac- Primero, escuchamos al Di- en el santuario. Él citó a Nues- erdote ordinario de Okarche que rector Principal de The Boldt tra Señora: “Quiero mucho que vivió una vida extraordinaria “. Company, Tony Yanda, quien me construyan aquí una casita Expresaron su gratitud a dijo: “Es un momento emotivo sagrada, en la que lo mostraré, todos los involucrados en este Leif Arvidson ver la cúpula instalada. La inge- lo exaltaré y lo manifestaré”. proyecto trascendental y espe- niería y la planificación innova- El arzobispo Paul S. Coakley ran la dedicación del Santuario dora para construir el domo en concluyó el evento contemplan- del Beato Stanley Rother el el suelo lo hicieron más rápido, do la magnitud del Beato Roth- próximo año. 18 August 29, 2021 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic August 29, 2021 19 Calendar Briefs This calendar only covers the two weeks between issue dates and may not reflect all of the calendar items. To see a full calendar, go to soonercatholic.org. Please contact organizers before Mass of Remembrance 9:30 p.m. every Tuesday. Register attending. Find more briefs at The 2021 Mass of Remembrance until Sept. 28 at https://bit.ly/ August 3 Domestic Church Evangeli- Call John or Mary McClernon, 9 Luncheons 4 Life, 11:30 a.m., archokc.org/briefs. will be 6 p.m. Sept. 15 at The BSR-HCI-Registration. Tuition $35 zation Retreat, Sept. 3-6, (405) 313-6611, (405) 414- Will Rogers Theater, 4322 N. Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual per semester. Bring check payable 29 Twenty-Second Sunday in Catholic Pastoral Center, 9407. Western Ave., OKC. RSVP Help, 3214 N. Lake Ave. in Okla- to St. Joseph Catholic Church on Ordinary Time. 7501 Northwest Expressway, at luncheons4life.com/ homa City. The Mass is in memory opening night. Donations to the In- OKC. Register at archokc. 5 Pray the Rosary for Life, 6:30 oklahoma-city. Retreat in Daily Life of people lost to suicide. Everyone stitute are accepted. Contact (405) 29 Pray the Rosary for Life, 6:30 org/dc. p.m., 2453 Wilcox Dr., Register soon! St. Ignatius of welcome. People who have expe- 321-8080; rotherhispanicinstitute@ p.m., 2453 Wilcox Dr., Norman. Contact Connie 9 Charismatic Catholic prayer Loyola’s Retreat in Daily Life is rienced the loss of someone to gmail.com. Norman. Contact Connie 4 A 50th anniversary celebra- Lang, (405) 249-1041, potato. meeting, 7 p.m., Catholic offered throughout the Archdio- suicide are invited to attend and Lang, (405) 249-1041, potato. tion Sept. 4-5 at St. Gregory [email protected]. Pastoral Center. Contact cese of Oklahoma City from Oc- celebrate their loved one’s life. 40 Days for Life [email protected]. the Great Catholic Church, Elaine at (405) 314-5345, tober to May. This weekly guided The 40 Days for Life Fall cam- 1924 W. Willow Rd., Enid. 6 Labor Day – CPC closed. [email protected]. journey is rooted in Scripture and Saints & Scholars paign is Sept. 22 – Oct. 31. Visit September prayer. Contact Nancy Vargas at The Saints & Scholars Dinner for 40daysforlife.com to sign up to 4 Lay Missionaries of Charity, 8 The Nativity of the Blessed 10 Benedictine Oblates meeting, [email protected] or Sherry Catholic education (previously the pray in Oklahoma City, Edmond or 2 Charismatic Catholic prayer the lay order of the Mission- Virgin Mary. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. via Zoom. Alexander at (405) 315-7559. Visit “Celebrating Catholic Education Norman. meeting, 7 p.m., Catholic aries of Charity of St. Teresa For people who seek to live archokc.org/spirituallife. Breakfast”) is 6:30 p.m. Sept. 16 at Pastoral Center. Contact of Calcutta, meeting at 10 8 Catholic War Veterans USA more completely; what it Embassy Suites by Hilton North- Oktoberfest Elaine at (405) 314-5345, a.m. at Holy Innocents’ conf- the Oklahoma Memorial Post means to be a Christian. The Ladder of Ascent west, 3233 Northwest Expressway Holy Spirit Catholic Church will [email protected]. erence room. Any lay person No. 168 will meet at 7 p.m., Contact Judith Martin, (405) The Bl. Stanley Rother Institute in Oklahoma City. Register at host their seventh annual Okto- interested in living a conse- Sunnylane Family Reception 635-5665, jmmartinosb@ crated life is welcome to Center, 3900 S.E. 29, Del yahoo.com. is enrolling for The Ladder of As- cfook.org/saintsandscholars. berfest and auction at 6 p.m. Sept. 3 Feast of St. Gregory the “come and see.” Contact Toni City. Contact (405) 760-3886, cent, a journey through the Cate- 25 at 1100 N. Sara Rd. in Mus- Great. chism of the Catholic Church. The Catechetical Conference tang. This is an event for age 21 Harrelson at (405) 694-1292, [email protected]. 11 Bingo, 6:30 p.m., St. Paul the (405) 341-2199 or tonimah@ Apostle Catholic Church, two-year, four semester course The Catechetical Conference and older. Register at (405) 376- 3 Pray the Rosary for Life, 9 sbcglobal.net. 9 Feast of St. Peter Claver. 3901 S. Sunnylane Rd., Del meets weekly Sept. - May. Contact is 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sept. 18 at 9435, holyspiritmustang.org. a.m. every Friday, 2453 City. [email protected] or Bishop McGuinness Catholic High Wilcox Dr., Norman. Contact 5 Twenty-Third Sunday in (405) 721-4208. School in Oklahoma City. It is for Day of Reflection Connie Lang, (405) 249-1041, Ordinary Time. all leaders and volunteers who Day of Reflection, “I Shall Re- [email protected]. Domestic Church Evangelization serve in ministries for children, turn to My Father: How to Make Retreat youth, young adults, disciple- a Good Confession” presented 5 St. Francis of Assisi Secular 3 First Friday Adoration, Noon Franciscan Fraternity of A Domestic Church Evange- ship groups, RCIA and sacra- by Fr. Boniface Copelin, O.S.B., - 3 p.m., Catholic Pastoral lization Retreat is Sept. 3-6 at ment preparation. This free event is 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sept. 25 Greater OKC meeting, 2 p.m. Center, 7501 Northwest - 4 p.m. via Zoom. Contact the Catholic Pastoral Center in includes Mass with Archbishop at St. Gregory’s Abbey, 1900 W. Expressway, OKC. Oklahoma City. Cost is $350, Coakley, keynote speakers and MacArthur St., Shawnee. Limited (316) 558-0422, billfull@cox. which includes lodging and meals. workshops. Learn more and regis- seating. Masks are recommended, net. 3 First Friday Sacred Heart Scholarships available. Contact ter at archokc.org/catcon2021. but not required. Attendees must Mass at St. James the Great- Alex Schimpf, (405) 709-2755; pre-register by e-mailing retreats@ 5 Meeting of the Third Order er, OKC. Exposition of the [email protected]. Register at Love Run monksok.org or call (405) 878- (Lay) Dominicans, 3 p.m. - 5 Blessed Sacrament 5:30 archokc.org/dc. The Knights on Bikes second 5656. Cost $30 pre-paid or $35 at p.m., St. Monica, Edmond p.m.; reconciliation prior to 7 annual poker run called the “Love the door. Lunch included. (St. Ambrose Building) in Rm. p.m. Mass. Call (405) 721- Anniversary celebration Run” to raise money for The Cen- 105, for any Catholic layper- 8944, (405) 528-6252. Everyone is invited to the 50th ter of Family Love starts at 9 a.m. School run son drawn to religious life. anniversary celebration at St. Sept. 18 at the center in Okarche. Christ the King Catholic School Pierce Ad_12x8_4-21.qxp_Pierce Ad 12x8 4/9/21 12:59 PM Page 1 Gregory the Great Catholic Church It is open to both motorcycles and in Oklahoma City is hosting their in Enid Sept. 4-5. cars. Cost is $20 for the first hand 6th annual school run Sept. 25. and $10 for each additional hand. There will be a 5K, 1 mile fun run Ranked the #1 Luncheons for Life The cash prizes are $200 for the or walk and toddler dash. E-mail The next Luncheons 4 Life is high hand, and $50 for the low [email protected]. Knights of Columbus 11:30 a.m. Sept. 9 at Will Rogers hand. The last stop is at Copper Agency in the Order in Theater, 4322 N. Western Ave. in Cove Marina, Foss State Park, Mass, cookout Oklahoma City. The guest speaker with raffle prizes, and the winners Catholic Young Adults will have 2015, 2017, 2018, is Steve Karlen, 40 Days for Life. for the high hand and low hand a Mass and cookout with Arch- 2019 and 2020. RSVP at luncheons4life.com/ will be announced at 2 p.m. bishop Coakley at 3 p.m. Sept. 26 oklahoma-city. at the Catholic Pastoral Center, Trey Welker Chad McAuliff Bobby Stevens Troy Snow Devon Soukup Assistant General Agent MDRT, SKC MDRT MDRT MDRT, SKC Memorial Mass 7501 Northwest Expressway in MDRT, SKC 918-284-0685 405-534-0397 918-798-0012 405-505-6030 40 Days for Life rally A Memorial Mass to honor the Oklahoma City. RSVP at archokc. 405-850-4092 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Steve Karlen, director of 40 Days memory of more than 60 million org/cyaevents. [email protected] Councils: 1104, 4721, 6606, Councils: 1018, 3556, 4598, Councils: 775, 1677, Councils: 767, 3101, 5440, for Life campaigns in North Amer- unborn children who have been Councils: 3220, 10822, 12669 9668, 9737, 13828, 17383 5160, 5354, 9901, 12108, 7392, 10388, 11194, 11633, 5759, 6478, 8633, 14744 ica will be visiting Sept. 10 at the the victims of abortion is at 9 a.m. Granny’s Attic Rummage Sale 16048, 16214 11959, 13313, 15834 Oklahoma City vigil location, 1240 Sept. 18 at St. Gregory’s Abbey, St. Benedict Catholic Church S.W. 44, and possibly the Norman 1900 W. MacArthur St., Shawnee. in Shawnee will be holding their and Edmond vigil locations. Bishop David Konderla will be the annual Granny’s Attic Rummage celebrant at the Mass. The Mass Sale, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Oct. 1, and Bingo is a part of the National Day of Re- 8 a.m. – Noon Oct. 2. Furniture, Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 11 at St. membrance for Aborted Children. glassware, home decor, house- Kevin Pierce Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, wares, books, sewing materials, Regional Agency Executive Consultant 3901 S. Sunnylane Rd. in Del City. Life of the Party Gala holiday decorations and more. General Agent The Social Activities Group spon- The Willow Pregnancy Support SKC Lance Dufour Michael Dalby Mike Maggio Max Yardley This could be you! sors a bingo night on the second Life of the Party Gala is 6 p.m. Fall festival Office: 877-707-0752 MDRT MDRT MDRT MDRT Career opportunities Saturday of each month (except Sept. 18 at the Omni Hotel, 100 St. James the Greater Catholic Cell: 405-514-7660 918-550-0886 405-638-1274 405-697-8820 405-570-2179 available. W. Oklahoma City Blvd. in Okla- [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Easter season). Game packs $10, Church, 4201 S McKinley Ave, Councils: 962, 1302, 3167, Councils: 965, 1287, 2604, Councils: 916, 949, 1053, Councils: 4601, 6477, mini games $2. Dinner and con- homa City. willowpregnancy.org. in Oklahoma City will have a fall Councils: 1038, 1044, 1533, 1537, 4519, 4804, 7395, 8433, 4889, 5168, 8523, 9900, 1903, 3336, 4026, 4042, 8204, 12518, 12605 cessions are available; door prizes festival 5 p.m. – 9.p.m. Oct. 2 2974, 3113, 3309, 9334, 13366 11734, 14220, 14248, 11648, 11909, 12819, 5266, 5396, 9333, 9583, given. Doors open at 6 p.m. for Opening night and 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Oct. 3. There 14448, 15785, 17559 12382, 16367 11135, 11237, 14106 dinner, mini games at 6:30 p.m., The Bl. Stanley Rother Hispan- will be a variety of food booths, session games at 7 p.m. Contact ic Cultural Institute of St. Joseph game booths, a cake walk, music, LIFE INSURANCE • DISABILITY INCOME INSURANCE • LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE • RETIREMENT ANNUITIES Kirsten Stalford at (405) 802-5747. Catholic Church will have an open- entertainment, raffle tickets, and ing night for the Fall semester at 7 volleyball tournament. Silver Tea p.m. Sept. 21 in the Metter Room St. Benedict Catholic Church of the Parish Center, 421 E. Acres For over 138 years, our insurance program has helped Guild Silver Tea is 12:30 p.m. St. in Norman. Everyone is invited. generations of Catholic families find stability and security. Sept. 14 in the Benedict Center, Spanish Language and Cultural To send event information, e-mail Pierce Agency Shawnee. Studies classes will be 7 p.m. – [email protected]. 20 August 29, 2021 Sooner Catholic

Thank You to everyone who has made a gift to the 2021 Annual Catholic Appeal! Parish or Mission Goal Raised # of Donors Parish or Mission Goal Raised # of Donors Assumption of the BVM, Duncan $37,000 $29,110 29 St. Francis of Assisi, Newkirk $7,000 $6,002 24 Blessed Sacrament, Thomas $2,000 $5,583 7 St. Francis of Assisi, OKC $143,000 $116,057 246 Blessed Sacrament, Lawton $64,000 $62,566 150 St. Francis Xavier, Enid $63,000 $34,208 106 Christ the King, OKC $468,000 $458,070 458 St. Francis Xavier, Sulphur $13,000 $8,998 31 Corpus Christi, OKC $35,000 $16,033 47 St. Gregory the Great, Enid $34,000 $20,058 57 Epiphany of the Lord, OKC $168,000 $143,812 361 St. Helen, Frederick $7,000 $4,042 18 Good Shepherd, Boise City $2,000 $2,225 9 St. James the Greater, OKC $119,000 $60,173 222 Good Shepherd, Marietta $3,000 $70 2 St. John Nepomuk, Yukon $128,000 $116,709 250 Holy Angels, OKC $31,000 $21,155 60 St. John the Baptist, Edmond $529,000 $469,773 642 Holy Cross, Madill $15,000 $5,618 32 St. Joseph, Wewoka $3,000 25 1 Holy Family, Lawton $60,000 $44,434 149 St. Joseph, Bison $11,000 $6,655 19 Holy Name, Shattuck $5,000 $4,050 9 St. Joseph, Buffalo $2,000 $970 6 Holy Name of Jesus, Chickasha $30,000 $16,661 33 St. Joseph, Pond Creek $2,000 $1,4000 5 Holy Spirit, Mustang $68,000 $56,221 132 St. Joseph, OKC $61,000 $36,317 74 Holy Trinity, Okarche $66,000 $32,319 60 St. Joseph, Ada $24,000 $14,015 52 Immaculate Conception, Marlow $6,000 $2,440 12 St. Joseph, Blackwell $7,000 $2,538 21 Immaculate Conception, Seminole $9,000 $1,576 7 St. Joseph, Hennessey $18,000 $10,012 31 Immaculate Heart of Mary, Calumet $8,000 $5,850 9 St. Joseph, Norman $74,000 $38,236 133 Korean Martyrs, OKC $6,000 $1,386 6 St. Joseph, Tonkawa $7,000 $7,870 15 Little Flower, OKC $58,000 $31,620 139 St. Joseph, Union City $38,000 $27,609 27 Mother of Sorrows, Apache $3,000 $1,735 10 St. Louis, Stroud $3,000 $3,525 11 O.L.O.G., Hollis $3,000 $4,635 13 St. Margaret Mary, Crescent $6,000 $6,120 7 O.L.O.P.H. Cathedral, OKC $111,000 $87,235 173 St. Mark, Norman $161,000 $102,469 228 O.L.O.P.H., Sterling $7,000 $7,580 25 St. Mary, Wakita $3,000 $2,600 4 Our Lady of Sorrows, Chandler $12,000 $10,160 30 St. Mary, Wanette $1,000 $650 2 Our Lady of the Rosary, Binger $1,000 $230 2 St. Mary, Ardmore $42,000 $29,373 80 Our Lady of Victory, Purcell $21,000 $9,743 29 St. Mary, Clinton $20,000 $7,460 34 Our Mother of Mercy, Waynoka $1,000 $225 3 St. Mary, Guthrie $51,000 $20,700 59 Prince of Peace, Altus $29,000 $14,223 49 St. Mary, Medford $8,000 $9,688 17 Queen of All Saints, Sayre $7,000 $1,648 8 St. Mary, Ponca City $111,000 $95,892 149 Sacred Heart, Billings $1,000 $1,820 3 St. Matthew, Elk City $47,000 $22,236 71 Sacred Heart, Hinton $3,000 $1,795 7 St. Michael, Goltry $1,000 $1,365 6 Sacred Heart, Hooker $2,000 $2,547 17 St. Michael, Meeker $2,000 $590 5 Sacred Heart, Mooreland $4,000 $3,185 12 St. Monica, Edmond $120,000 $72,169 162 Sacred Heart, Alva $13,000 $2,910 17 St. Patrick, Anadarko $10,000 $3,219 13 Sacred Heart, El Reno $40,000 $20,224 45 St. Patrick, OKC $34,000 $7,214 39 Sacred Heart, Konawa $4,000 $2,660 5 St. Patrick, Walters $4,000 $1,325 4 Sacred Heart, Mangum $5,000 $3,905 10 St. Paul the Apostle, Del City $28,000 $22,705 73 Sacred Heart, OKC $69,000 $14,010 85 St. Peter, Lindsay $7,000 $6,599 5 St. Andrew Dung-Lac, OKC $56,000 $50,765 178 St. Peter, Woodward $40,000 $23,077 65 St. Andrew, Moore $75,000 $58,610 158 St. Peter the Apostle, Guymon $34,000 $17,129 84 St. Ann, Cordell $4,000 $1,025 4 St. Philip Neri, Midwest City $127,000 $78,454 199 St. Ann, Fairview $6,000 $7,114 9 St. Richard, Carnegie $2,000 $365 4 St. Ann, Elgin $10,000 $5,550 20 St. Robert Bellarmine, Jones $23,000 $27,048 26 St. Anthony of Padua, Okeene $20,000 $23,465 20 St. Rose of Lima, Watonga $4,000 $1,460 6 St. Benedict, Shawnee $55,000 $32,586 75 St. Rose of Lima,Perry $14,000 $5,785 23 St. Catherine of Siena, Pauls Valley $9,000 $1,115 8 St. Teresa of Avila, Harrah $31,000 $28,628 72 St. Charles Borromeo, OKC $127,000 $109,895 231 St. Thomas the Apostle, Seiling $3,000 $1,900 5 St. Cornelius, Cherokee $3,000 $180 3 St. Thomas More, Norman $99,000 $84,687 225 St. Damien, Edmond $14,000 $5,106 13 St. Vincent de Paul, McLoud $11,000 $7,822 22 St. Eugene, OKC $132,000 $121,797 197 St. Wenceslaus, Prague $8,000 $4,685 13 St. Eugene, Weatherford $25,000 $12,622 34 Sts. Peter and Paul, Hobart $7,000 $4,435 20 St. Frances of Cabrini, Beaver $2,000 $625 6 Sts. Peter and Paul, Kingfisher $42,000 $14,830 42 Make a gift to the Annual Catholic Appeal online at archokc.org/appeal.