Are You Ready for Him?
March 23, 2023
From the Desk
of Fr. Jim
Ideas for the Last of Lent
I am aware that sometimes we become so busy that we forget all about our Lenten projects and vows. I want to assure you that there is still time to have a holy and meaningful Lent. What follows are suggestions that I would offer you.
First, consider attending the few daily Masses before lent is over. Daily Mass is a much more quiet affair and many people report that they find it easier to pray during a daily Mass (more here).
First, consider attending the few daily Masses before lent is over. Daily Mass is a much more quiet affair and many people report that they find it easier to pray during a daily Mass (more here).
90 In 90
Thus far we’ve raised over $100,000 in new pledges in our 90 in 90 Drive. If you have yet to pledge, I would ask that you do so quickly. We will have pledge cards available in the narthex for you. Also, we will begin praying a special prayer for campaign at the end of all of our Masses. As I said recently, in comments during the 9:30 Mass, these are critical months for us in this campaign. I believe very strongly in this campaign, and I want to make sure that my parish believes as strongly in it as I do. I very much appreciate all of you who have given into this project and have pledged to this project. Thank you!!
Win a Front Row Pew for Easter Sunday Mass!
Been holding off on making your pledge?
Make or extend your pledge by April 6 and be entered to win a reserved front-row pew at 9:30 a.m. Easter Mass!
Questions? Contact St. Eugene Stewardship Coordinator, Colleen De Keratry, at stewardship@steugenes.org or call (405) 751-7115 ext. 137.
Check out our capital campaign video outlining our next steps for growing together.
Special thanks to Darrell Suto for donating his time and talents to produce this video.
How About Our New Signage?!
We recently installed a new sign on the north side of our church, and it looks great. Check it out!
Gala Sneak Peek
St. Eugene Gala
Saturday, March 25
Embassy Suites Hotel
3233 Northwest Expy.
Oklahoma City, 73112
We are so excited about the annual gala on March 25th and can’t wait to see you there! Because of generous parishioners and parents like you, we are able to continue this amazing tradition while raising much-needed funds to make our parish and school the best!
This year, we have some amazing auction items that you are going to want to bid early on and often! The gala will feature some exciting trips to Park City, Colorado and Branson!
Do you love Kenny Chesney? Bid on a suite to see him with 4 of your closest friends! Thunder tickets? We have those too! Love a murder mystery and a night out? Place your bid early for a fun date night!
We have amazing class baskets and artwork from each class, quilts, purses, golf outings, staycations in Oklahoma, jewelry, and so much more!
The star of our show is a 4-month-old female Goldendoodle! You are going to want to take this angel home with you that night as you won’t be able to resist her! She is up to date on all shots! Get ready to outbid your friends on her and so much more!
Instructions for registering for the silent auction will be sent out soon as well as the ability to preview our whole silent auction!
Lenten Opportunities This Weekend
6 p.m. English, 7 p.m. Spanish | Every Friday
In the Church
The Stations of the Cross, also known as the Way of the Cross or Via Crucis, commemorate Jesus's passion and death on the cross. There are 14 stations that each depict a moment on his journey to Calvary. The stations are commonly used as a mini pilgrimage, with the individual moving from station to station to pray and reflect on a specific event from Christ's last day. Prayers are recited, then the individual moves to the next station until all 14 are complete. Please join us every Friday of Lent for this special devotional service.
Join Us for Fish Fry Fridays
Weekly at 6:30 p.m. in Ross Hall
Hosted by Knights of Columbus, come enjoy fried fish with tartar sauce, hush puppies, coleslaw and French fries! Donations are encouraged, and proceeds will benefit St. Eugene youth and humanitarian causes. Dine-in and carry-out options are available. All are welcome.
We need more volunteers for Sunday breakfast! Please consider being a host, sticking around to clean up, or bringing food items.
Hosting is pretty simple, and we have an easy how-to guide to ensure your success. Dropping off food items before Mass is a HUGE help. They can be homemade, baked or store bought! Biscuits, fruit, quiches, casseroles, donuts, pastries or cookies — you name it! Please consider helping us continue this wonderful ministry by signing up below.
Donations Needed for Palomar
Special Lenten Series Led by Fr. Jim
Following 9:30 a.m. Mass | Every Sunday
It's not too late to join Fr. Jim for his Lenten series on the Seven Deadly Sins! This week we'll be tackling Greed by learning ways to grow with Charity. Please stop by! And as Fr. Jim always says, bring your Bible!
WHEN: Six Sundays of Lent, now - April 2
WHERE: Meeting Rooms after 9:30 a.m. Mass
WHAT: Study, Discussion & Refreshments
Join Us for a Parish Mission Presented by
Fr. Tom Boyer
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings
7 p.m. | March 27-29
In the Church
Upcoming Parish Events
Embraces Continues Friday, April 14
Special Date Due to Easter
(originally scheduled April 8)
Embraces Marriage Enrichment is a great way to connect with your spouse. The program takes place once a month after the 5:00 p.m. Saturday Mass (with the exception of April 14), beginning with a family-style gathering and dinner. Short formation and conversation follows, including age-appropriate activities for the kids until 10:00 p.m. - so head out on that much-needed date night. Reserve your spot below, and be sure to let us know the number and ages of children who will be our guests for the evening. We also need volunteers to help provide childcare! Please reach out to Deacon Terry or Susan Givens if you can help or with any questions (embraces@steugenes.org).
Egg Hunt Volunteers Needed
Easter Sunday after 9:30 a.m. Mass
The St. Eugene Easter Egg Hunt is on! After the 9:30am Mass on April 9, kids up to age 12 are invited to line up at the soccer fields behind the church. Be sure to bring Easter baskets and cameras – the Easter Bunny is hoping to join us!
To make this happen, we need Easter goodies! Please bring stuffed plastic eggs to the parish or school office by Monday, April 3. And we still need volunteers to help man the egg hunt on Easter Sunday. If you can help, please contact Colleen de Keratry at stewardship@steugenes.org.
To make this happen, we need Easter goodies! Please bring stuffed plastic eggs to the parish or school office by Monday, April 3. And we still need volunteers to help man the egg hunt on Easter Sunday. If you can help, please contact Colleen de Keratry at stewardship@steugenes.org.
Ladies Bible Study
Thursdays, April 13 - May 18
Ladies, you are invited to a new six-week bible study on Reclaiming Friendship starting on April 13th with Walking With Purpose! We need relationships, especially friendships, to live thriving, joy-filled lives. Let God reshape how you see and experience intentional relationships, and become a woman who is capable of the lifelong bond of true friendship. Thursday morning session starting soon. If interested in leading an evening session, please contact us.
Find out more and register at www.steugenes.org/biblestudy
Find out more and register at www.steugenes.org/biblestudy
New Parishioner Welcome Reception
If you’ve joined our parish since September, (or were unable to join us in the fall) make plans to stop by the rectory at 6 p.m., Wednesday, April 19 for a welcome reception in your honor.
First Penance & First Holy Communion
Parent Meeting
Parents, save the date for the Parent Meeting First Penance & First Holy Communion Preparation for Grades 3-12 on April 30! Information will be mailed prior to the meeting to all families who have indicated an interest in this preparation.
Classes will be Saturdays in June, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. All four classes are mandatory. First Holy Communion will be at a regularly scheduled parish Mass on the weekend of June 24-25, 2023. For more information please email Judi Wilkinson at jwilkinson@steugenes.org.
Altar Society Spring Fling Is April 30
Around the Archdiocese
Wonderfully Made Conference
Conferencia Maravillosamente Hecha
This is a Mother/Daughter Conference featuring talks on Theology of the Body, nutrition, and Natural Family Planning.
Wonderfully Made will be at the Catholic Pastoral Center, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, April 1.
Space is limited, so register today! The event is bilingual.
Wonderfully Made will be at the Catholic Pastoral Center, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, April 1.
Space is limited, so register today! The event is bilingual.
Spiritual Retreat for Grieving Parents
Also Taking Place April 1
For more information contact Dr. Alexander Schimpf, Archdiocesan Director of Marriage and Family Life at 405-709-2755 or aschimpfarchokc.org.
Register for the Upcoming Father/Son Retreat
The annual Father/Son Retreat will be held May 4-6 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Camp. Ages 10 through 21, $35 per person. For questions, contact Deacon Joe Vandervort at jvandervort@archokc.org or 405-709-2714
Registration for this retreat is now open!
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