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where all are welcome Parish of St. Benedict www.stbenedict.org 16223 S 48th St. Phoenix, AZ 85048 480.961.1610 St. John Bosco Catholic School www.sjbosco.org 16035 S 48th St. Phoenix, AZ 85048 480.219.

1 where all are welcome Parish of St. Benedict S 48th St. Phoenix, AZ St. John Bosco Catholic School S 48th St. Phoenix, AZ November 5, 2017 Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time The greatest among you must be your servant. ~ Ma hew 23:11 Parish Mission Statement We are a vibrant and welcoming Catholic faith community that recognizes God s presence in all through our love and service. Parish Vision Statement Build the Kingdom of God, individually and communally, by fostering discipleship and thanksgiving through: the celebra on of Eucharist and other sacraments, prayer and lifelong Catholic forma on, service with and for one another and the greater community. Upcoming Events For a complete calendar of events, please visit stbenedict.org/calendar Monday, 11/6 6 pm Adult Conf. Prep 7 pm Bible Study Thursday, 11/9 6:30 pm Choir Prac ce 7 pm Knights of Columbus Tuesday, 11/7 9 am Bible Timeline 1 pm Crochet Outreach Friday, 11/10 No Events Scheduled Wednesday, 11/8 6:30 pm Pastoral Council Saturday, 11/11 9 am Women s Spirituality 3:30 pm Reconcilia on Office Hours Monday - Thursday 9 am - 5 pm Friday 9 am - 3 pm Closed Daily 12 pm - 1 pm Mass Schedule Weekends: Saturday 5 pm Sunday: 9 am, 11 am, 5 pm Weekdays: M - F 8:15 am Reconcilia on Saturday 3:30 pm or by appointment Mass Inten ons Sunday, 11/5/ am Margret Mastergeorge 11 am James Healy 5 pm Timmy Gil M 11/6 John Armbruster T 11/7 Francis Xavier Manzano W 11/8 Barbra O Donnell Th 11/9 Melissa Baumgartner (living) F 11/10 Roger John Bresnahan Sa 11/11 Michael Stravers

2 Page 2 stbenedict.org Liturgy & Administra on Scripture Readings For This Week Monday: Rom 11:29-36; Ps 69:30-31, 11/ , 36; Lk 14:12-14 Tuesday: Rom 12:5-16b; Ps 131:1bcde-3; 11/7 Lk 14:15-24 Wednesday: Rom 13:8-10; Ps 112:1b-2, 11/8 4-5, 9; Lk 14:25-33 Thursday: Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12; Ps 46:2-3, 11/9 5-6, 8-9; 1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17; Jn 2:13-22 (The Dedica on of the Lateran Basilica) Friday: Sir 39:6-10; Ps 37:3-6, 30-31; 11/10 Mt 16:13-19 (St. Leo the Great) Saturday: Is 61:1-3abcd; Ps 89:2-5, 21-22, 11/11 25, 27; Mt 25:31-40 (St. Mar n of Tours) Sunday: Wis 6:12-16; Ps 63:2-8; 11/12 1 Thes 4:13-18 [13-14]; Mt 25:1-13 Contribu ons for the Weekend of October 28/29 Regular Contribu ons: Current Week: $8,567 Total for the Month: $95,465 (Faith Direct Online Giving is reported once a month.) From Deacon Ed s Homily Prayer is not a spare wheel that you pull out when in trouble; it is a steering wheel that directs us in the right path. 2. Do you know why a car s windshield is so large and the rearview mirror is so small? Because our past is not as important as our future, so look ahead and move on. 3. Friendship is like a book. It takes a few seconds to burn but it takes years to write. 4. Old friends are like gold. New friends are diamonds. If you get a diamond don t forget the gold because to hold a diamond you always need a base of gold. 5. O en when we lose hope and think this is the end, God smiles from above and says, relax. It s just a bend, not the end. 6. When God solves your problems you have faith in his abili es. When God doesn t solve your problems he has faith in your abili es. (Con nued on page 7) Presider Schedule* for the Weekend of November 11/12 Saturday 5 pm: Fr. Bob Binta Sunday 9 am: Fr. Bob Binta 11 am: Fr. Raymond Ritari 5 pm: Fr. Raymond Ritari *Please note: this schedule is subject to change without no ce.

Page 3 Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time - November 5, 2017 A Message from Fr. Bob Dear Parishioners and Friends, The month of November is always dedicated to remembering and praying for the dead.

3 Page 3 Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time - November 5, 2017 A Message from Fr. Bob Dear Parishioners and Friends, The month of November is always dedicated to remembering and praying for the dead. During Mass we recite in the Creed, I believe in the resurrec on of the dead and the life of the world to come. As Catholic Chris ans, we believe that death is not the end of everything, but rather a beginning of a new life, eternal life. Back home, in Uganda, we firmly believe that the dead are part of the living. We have a custom, or tradi on, of burying the dead in our yards or compounds, rather than in a cemetery. Here at St. Benedict, we remember and honor our beloved dead throughout the month of November. The Memorial Table in the back of the church displays precious photos of our loved ones as a visible reminder to always pray for them. I encourage you to keep all our beloved dead in your prayers. Eternal rest, grant them O Lord, and let your perpetual light shine on them. Last Sunday a er the 5pm Mass, we hosted our first-ever Trunk-or-Treat event. I must say that I was deeply impressed and touched by the hundreds of people of all ages that turned up! It was a tremendous success! Even though I was feeling very red, I could not resist visi ng each decorated vehicle. All the people that I met and interacted with were very happy and excited. I even heard people already talking about bigger plans for their cars next year! I would like to give special thanks to Heather Mooney and Richard Guerra, as well as the en re Parish Staff, for taking on the task of coordina ng Trunk-or-Treat and following it through to the end. Both Heather and Richard assured me that many parishioners and friends would par cipate and they kept the excitement level brewing around the Parish Office! I would also like to personally thank Jay Iole and the Knights of Columbus for their assistance with parking during Trunk-or-Treat. All of you are greatly appreciated. I look forward to seeing you again next week as we gather to share in the Eucharist once again. I pray that you enjoy a blessed and frui ul week. Fr. Bob

event. We hope to see YOU again next year!

4 Page 4 stbenedict.org Faith Forma on & More TRUNK-or-TREAT RECAP! Trunk-or-Treat was a fantastic success last Sunday night! How exciting to see so many from our parish family enjoying the evening together. The thought, creativity and time that went into the decorations greatly surpassed our expectations, and seeing all ages in costumes made the event extra festive. The attendance exceeded 800 and we had 56 decorated cars Wow! What incredible numbers for a first-time event. We hope to see YOU again next year! As with all events, a huge thank you to the volunteers who pitched-in to help with set-up and event details including Debbie Chavez, Lily Galvan, Eleonora Pollio, Patrick, Lauren and Tim Mooney, and Ryan Holzwarth. Special thanks to Jay Iole, Paul Spatz and all of the Knights of Columbus who coordinated parking, and to Carol Engel and Linda Schifano who documented the evening as our official photographers. None of it would have been possible without each of you! CONGRATULATIONS to the 2017 Trunk-or-Treat Winners: Best Use of Materials Starbucks Lani Gore, Emily & Greg Boland Best Overall Theme - Finding Dory Tiffany Simpson-Vassall & Family People s Choice - Snow White & the 7 Dwarfs Peter & Christina Grossgold & Family

5 Page 5 Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time - November 5, 2017 Faith Forma on www This Week in Children and Youth Faith Forma on November 5 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Liturgy of the Word With Children Youth Ministry Sacramental Prep No EPIC November 6 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd November 7 JAM Journey of Faith November 12 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Liturgy of the Word With Children No EPIC In you, Lord, I have found my peace. EPIC Break EPIC will not be mee ng November 5 and November 12. Our high school youth ministry sessions will resume Sunday, November 19. Enjoy your break! Pray for EPIC Teens on Retreat A en on all St. Benedict parishioners! Many of our EPIC teens and leaders will be a ending our fall retreat, Heart of God, this weekend (Nov. 3-5). Please pray for their safe travels and for them to experience the love of our Heavenly Father. Thank you for your prayers and support! JAM this Week JAM will be mee ng this Tuesday, November 7 from 6 to 7:15pm at St. John Bosco. All middle school students are encouraged to join us as we discuss The 10 Commandments and learn about them in a whole new way. Hope to see you there! ~ Psalm 131 Lector Workbooks Ready A en on Lectors! We are coming to the end of our liturgical year with the Feast of Christ the King on Sunday, November 26. On the First Sunday of Advent we will begin with Cycle B readings at Mass. Please pick up your Cycle B 2018 Workbook for Lectors and Proclaimers of the Word in the Sacristy between now and November 26. We will have a check-off sheet for you to acknowledge that you have received your copy. One per family, please. Winter = Busy With the busy mes of Thanksgiving and the Season of Advent right around the corner, enrolling in Faith Direct today is a great way to ensure that your gi s of treasure to St. Benedict are received even if you may be out of town. Please pick up an enrollment form from the parish lobby today or enroll online at Our Church Code is AZ582. Already using Faith Direct? Remember to indicate your Christmas and/or your End-of-Year contribu ons on your account.

Page 6 stbenedict.org Organiza ons & Ministries SJB Open House Remember to come to the St. John Bosco Open House for Kindergarten and Preschool on Friday, November 10 from 8:30am to 11am.

Vincent de Paul Thank you, as always, for your support. Please remember to check the expira on dates on the foods you donate since we cannot use expired food.

Benedict Council will be holding a membership drive invi ng all prac cing Catholic men to consider becoming a Knight.

6 Page 6 stbenedict.org Organiza ons & Ministries SJB Open House Remember to come to the St. John Bosco Open House for Kindergarten and Preschool on Friday, November 10 from 8:30am to 11am. Meet the teachers, administrators and other parents, plus experience what SJB has to offer! Space is limited so reserve your spot today at or call St. Vincent de Paul Thank you, as always, for your support. Please remember to check the expira on dates on the foods you donate since we cannot use expired food. Here are a few items in need: Canned Fruit Laundry Soap Green Beans Dish Soap Jars of Pasta Sauce Spaghe Knights of Columbus This weekend, November 4/5, the St. Benedict Council will be holding a membership drive invi ng all prac cing Catholic men to consider becoming a Knight. If you wish to grow your faith, help others in need, and be ac ve in a worthwhile organiza on with a bunch of great guys, please stop by our table a er Mass, pick up a brochure, and see what we are all about. A big thank you to the Knights that helped out with events this past weekend. Some helped with the parking for the parish Trunk-or-Treat event, and others bartended at the St. John Bosco Fall Fes val. Great job! Vivat Jesus! Hal Dodson Grand Knight #12246 cincihalibut4@yahoo.com A St. Vincent de Paul Thank You Thank you for your generous dona ons last weekend during our 5th Sunday Collec on and for your Faith Direct contribu ons. The needy in our parish boundaries are grateful for your support. Sacristans Wanted Our parish is in need of Sacristans for our Sunday Masses. A Sacristan prepares the vessels, hosts and wine for the Sunday Masses and assists the Deacon and Priest in opening and closing the church. If you are an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, we ask that you prayerfully consider volunteering to become a Sacristan. We will give you individual training and walk with you through your first mes serving. For more informa on, please contact Be e Laatsch at or Carol Lawless in the parish office at

Page 7 Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time - November 5, 2017 More From Deacon Ed s Homily (cont.) 7. A blind person asked St. Anthony, Can there be anything worse than losing eyesight?

7 Page 7 Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time - November 5, 2017 More From Deacon Ed s Homily (cont.) 7. A blind person asked St. Anthony, Can there be anything worse than losing eyesight? He replied, Yes. Losing your vision. 8. When you pray for others God listens to you and blesses them, and some mes when you are safe and happy remember that someone has prayed for you. 9. Worrying does not take away tomorrow s troubles. It takes away today s peace. The Blue Mass Give thanks for our Law Enforcement, Fire Fighters and Emergency Medical Crews at this years Blue Mass on Thursday, November 9, 10am, at Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral (6351 N. 27th Ave., Phoenix). For more informa on, contact Bernade e Lujan Lopez at or blopez@diocesephoenix.org Fry s Rewards and AmazonSmile Did you know you can support St. Benedict simply by shopping? Here are two ways that do not cost you anything but greatly benefit our parish! You may already be an Amazon.com customer. If so, consider linking your account to our AmazonSmile profile. When you shop in this way, Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to the parish. It does not cost you anything extra and it is incredibly easy. You can also use your Fry s VIP card to support St. Benedict. The key to this program is making sure to re-register annually on their website. For more informa on on both of these programs, please visit stbenedict.org/shop-to-support/ Thank you for taking these steps to help financially support St. Benedict Parish with your everyday shopping. All Saints Day with Fr. Raymond Ritari and St. John Bosco Catholic School First Grade Classes of Mrs. Jena Gump and Mrs. Kari Czersnicki

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10 Page 8 stbenedict.org Meet Our Staff Fr. Bob Binta Pastor frbinta@stbenedict.org Ext. 305 Fr. Raymond Ritari Parochial Vicar frritari@stbenedict.org Ext. 312 Ed Winkelbauer Deacon dcned@stbenedict.org Ext. 300 Mary Jane Livens Business Manager mlivens@stbenedict.org Ext. 304 Sr. Colleen Braun Dir. of Faith Forma on srcolleen@stbenedict.org Ext. 302 Amy Fletcher Administra ve Assistant afletcher@stbenedict.org Ext. 300 Richard Guerra Director of Music rguerra@stbenedict.org Ext. 308 Carol Lawless Liturgy Coordinator clawless@stbenedict.org Ext. 311 Heather Mooney Coord. of Children s Faith Forma on hmooney@stbenedict.org Ext. 303 David Rees Coord. of Youth Ministry drees@stbenedict.org Ext. 307 Mary Ziebell Forma on Assistant/ Coord. Safe Environment mziebell@stbenedict.org Ext. 309 Visit Us Online! For the most current, up-to-date informa on, visit our homepage, facebook.com/parishofstbenedictinaz

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where all are welcome Parish of St. Benedict www.stbenedict.org 16223 S 48th St. Phoenix, AZ 85048 480.961.1610 St. John Bosco Catholic School www.sjbosco.org 16035 S 48th St. Phoenix, AZ 85048 480.219.4848