Bulletin Announcements

Rother shrine groundbreaking set
The groundbreaking for the Bl. Stanley Rother Shrine will be 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3, at the site of the future shrine, S.E. 89 between Shields Boulevard and Interstate 35 in Oklahoma City. The groundbreaking is open to the public. Tickets are not required. RSVP helps with visitor count: rsvp@archokc.org. archokc.org/shrine.
 
Free Rother museum tour
The Heritage Gallery at the Catholic Pastoral Center, 7501 Northwest Expressway, presents “The Shepherd Cannot Run: A Retrospective on the Life of Bl. Stanley Rother.” The museum is open 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Special tours arranged by calling (405) 721-5651, Ext. 141.
 
Rother documentary, beatification available on DVD
The DVD set of the Beatification Mass of Bl. Stanley Rother and the official award-winning documentary, “An Ordinary Martyr,” are available online at blessedstanleyrother.org. Click on Store or call (405) 721-5651, Ext. 114.
 
Report abuse of minors, vulnerable adults
The Archdiocese of Oklahoma City through its programs, organizations and events, has numerous daily contacts with many minors and vulnerable adults. It is, therefore, important that all archdiocesan personnel, clergy, seminarians, religious, employees and volunteers, protect the rights of children and vulnerable adults and be alert to the possibility for child abuse and abuse of vulnerable adults. Under Oklahoma law, all individuals MUST report an incident or suspicion of sexual abuse of a minor (person under age 18) to the civil authorities immediately. The Oklahoma Department of Human Services has established a statewide abuse hotline for reporting: (800) 522-3511. This number is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  If you have reason to believe a child is in immediate danger call 9-1-1. For the safety of children and vulnerable adults and the healing of victims, the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City provides an Abuse of Minors and Vulnerable Adults Pastoral Response Hotline for reporting the abuse of minors and vulnerable adults (in the past or present) by a member of the clergy or other church personnel: (405) 720-9878. The archdiocesan victim assistance coordinator, a licensed professional counselor, will respond to calls to the Archdiocesan Pastoral Response Hotline. A report to the archdiocese does not relieve the individual of the duty to report child abuse to civil authorities as required by Oklahoma law. In Oklahoma, failure to report child abuse is a misdemeanor.
 
Want to learn about the future of the archdiocese?
Archbishop Coakley’s new 25-page pastoral letter, “Go Make Disciples! Building a Culture of Conversion and Discipleship for the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City,” lays out the vision for the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City through 2030. Read the letter or download a copy at www.archokc.org/2030. Print copies available at listening sessions and parishes.
 
Archbishop Coakley calls for St. Michael prayer
Archbishop Coakley has called for priests, deacons, seminarians and lay men and women to pray the prayer to St. Michael, and for parishes to include the prayer after every Mass.
 
El Arzobispo Coakley ha pedido a todas las parroquias que incluyan la oración de San Miguel al final de la Misa.
 
Bl. Stanley Rother Institute classes
THEO 2023: Theology of the Church with Fr. Phil Seeton will be Thursdays 6 p.m.- 9 p.m. Aug. 29-Dec. 12. THEO 3003: Christian Morality and Social Issues with Alexander Schimpf, Ph.D., will be Tuesdays 6 p.m.- 9 p.m. Aug. 27-Dec. 10. Both classes will be at the Catholic Pastoral Center, 7501 Northwest Expressway in Oklahoma City. Visit archokc.org/institute. To register, contact Cecilia Grimes at (405) 721-4208, cgrimes@archokc.org.
 
Shrines of Italy pilgrimage
St. Ann Retirement Center is sponsoring a trip to the shrines of Italy Oct. 28 – Nov. 7. There are a few spots open. Richard Amend and Fr. Boniface Copelin will be on the trip. Trip includes the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, San Giovanni Rotondo, tomb of Padre Pio, Abbey of Santissima Trinita, Madonna del Rosario sanctuary, Vatican City, papal audience, St. Peter’s Basilica, Christian Rome city tour, St. Paul Outside the Walls, St. Mary Major and St. John in Lateran. The trip is 11 days and includes 15 meals. Cost $3,749 pp. Call Richard Amend at (405) 721-0747.
 
Domestic Church Evangelization Retreat
A retreat for sacramentally married couples to begin, or deepen, spiritual lives together will be Aug. 30-Sept. 2 at the Catholic Pastoral Center. Register at archokc.weshareonline.org/ws/opportunities. Contact Alex Schimpf at (405) 709-2755, aschimpf@archokc.org.
 
Life in the Spirit
The Holy Spirit can transform people and their ministry! This two-day event will help people grow in their understanding of the gifts and power of the Holy Spirit for their everyday life and ministry. The event is Sept. 6-7 at the Catholic Pastoral Center, 7501 Northwest Expressway. Special guests include Sr. Lucy of the Disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ, Fr. Joseph Arledge and Tori Harris of Arise Worship Ministry. Cost is $40 pp or $80 per couple. After Aug. 15, $50 pp or $90 per couple. Visit archokc.org/spirit.
 
Mass of Remembrance
The 2019 Mass of Remembrance will be 7 p.m. Sept. 13 at St. Francis of Assisi, 1901 N.W. 18 in OKC. The Mass is in memory of people lost to suicide. Everyone welcome. People who have experienced the loss of someone to suicide are invited to attend and celebrate their loved one’s life. A reception will follow in the parish hall.
 
National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children
Archbishop Coakley will celebrate Mass at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14, at St. Gregory’s Abbey for the 7 ^th annual day of remembrance. A rosary will be prayed after Mass. Light refreshments provided. abortionmemorials.com
 
BMCHS class reunion
Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School Class of 1969 is looking for classmates for a 50 ^th reunion Sept. 19-22. Contact Rich Tuohy at Rftuohy@aol.com, (405) 820-1812.
 
Catechetical Congress
Save the Date: The 2019 Catechetical Congress is 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Sept. 21 at the Catholic Pastoral Center, 7501 Northwest Expressway in Oklahoma City. This event is for all catechetical leaders, youth ministers, directors of religious education, catechists and parents.   
 
40 Days for Life kick-off rally
The Norman chapter of 40 Days for Life will have a kick-off rally at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 22 at All Saints Catholic School gymnasium, 4001 36 Ave. N.W., Norman. Contact Connie Lang at (405) 249-1041, jlang9@cox.net.
 
Padre Pio relics
Several relics of St. Pio of Pietrelcina will be available for veneration 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sept. 27 at Christ the King in Oklahoma City.
 
Blue Mass for first responders
A Mass for police, fire, EMS, and other first responders will be at 5 p.m. Sept. 29 at St. Eugene, 2400 W. Hefner Rd. in Oklahoma City.
 
White Mass for medical professionals
A Mass for doctors, nurses, allied health, and other medical professionals will be at 6 p.m. Oct. 1 at Christ the King, 8005 Dorset Dr. in Oklahoma City.
 
Anniversary Mass
Archbishop Coakley invites married couples who are celebrating their special anniversary (25, 40, 50+) in 2019 to participate in the Anniversary Mass at 3 p.m. Oct. 20 at Christ the King, 8005 Dorset Dr. in Oklahoma City. A reception will follow Mass. Everyone attending must contact the Office of Marriage and Family Life  at (405) 721-5651, Ext. 109, or (405) 721-8944.
 
Misa de Aniversario
El Arzobispo Pablo Coakley invita a las parejas casadas que estén celebrando su aniversario especial de (25, 40, 50+) del presente año 2019 para que participen en la Misa Especial de Aniversario el domingo 20 de Octubre de 2019, iniciando a las 3 p.m. en la parroquia de Cristo Rey (Christ the King), 8005 Dorset Dr. en Oklahoma City.  Después de la Misa habrá una recepción.  Es muy importante que si usted desea asistir por favor contacte a la Oficina de Ministerio Matrimonial y Vida Familiar al (405) 721-5651, Ext. 109, (405) 721-8944. El Arzobispo le impartirá su bendición y la comunidad local se alegra en su ejemplo y compromiso al Sacramento de Matrimonio.
 
Red Mass for legal professionals
A Mass for legal professionals will be at 6 p.m. Oct. 24 at St. Francis of Assisi, 1901 N.W. 18 in Oklahoma City. All are welcome.
 
CPC daily Mass
Daily Mass is held weekdays at 11:30 a.m. in the St. Francis de Sales Chapel at the Catholic Pastoral Center, 7501 Northwest Expressway. No Mass on days CPC is closed. 
 
Catholic Charities weekly Mass 
Catholic Charities at 1232 N. Classen Blvd., OKC, will celebrate Mass at 11 a.m. every Friday in their chapel. Mass is open to the public. Check holiday schedule. 
 
Charismatic Catholic prayer meetings 
Charismatic Catholic prayer meetings are held at 7 p.m. every Thursday at the Catholic Pastoral Center. Bring your Bible. Contact Elaine Naugle at (405) 358-3610, elaine.211223@gmail.com, or go online to www.spiritOKC.org.
 
Rosary for Life - OKC 
Sr. Maria, parishioners at St. James and community members gather every morning at 11:30 a.m. to peacefully pray the Rosary at 1240 S.W. 44 at the corner of S.W. 44 and Blackwelder Avenue near the abortion center. Anyone can participate. 
 
Rosary for Life - Norman 
Pray the Rosary for Life at 6:30 p.m. every Sunday at 2453 Wilcox Dr., Norman. Contact Connie Lang at (405) 249-1041, potato.lang@gmail.com. 
 
Suicide prevention training
Did you know you can help save a life? Catholic Charities encourages parishioners to participate in mental health awareness training. QPR is a free one-hour suicide prevention training that provides three simple steps to reach someone who may be feeling hopeless. Professional counseling also available. Contact St. Joseph Counseling Center at (405) 524-0969.
 
Pilgrimage to EWTN Studios
Join Dcn. Larry Sousa and Fr. Christopher Brashears on a pilgrimage to EWTN Studios Sept. 23-28. Includes Subiaco, Little Rock, Memphis, Mississippi River Dinner Cruise, Ave Maria Grotto, Shrine of the Blessed Sacrament, EWTN studios and a live taping of EWTN Live! Daily Mass, five breakfasts, four lunches and five dinners, lodging, luxury motorcoach and all admissions. $200 deposit. Call (405) 293-2003 or visit www.travelovertures.com.
 
“Faith, Food and Fast Cars” pilgrimage
Abbot Lawrence Stasyszen, O.S.B., presents “Faith, Food and Fast Cars in the Heart of Italy.” During the 12 days, Sept. 21-Oct. 2, the group will tour the Lamborghini Museum in Bologna, take a cooking class, tour various wine vineyards, agri-food parks and cheese factories, tour the Ferrari Museum in Modena as well as touring locations throughout Italy. E-mail Abbot Lawrence at abbot@monksok.org.
 
Pilgrimage to England, Scotland
Fr. Carl Janocha and Fr. Danny Grover will lead a pilgrimage to highlights of England and Scotland, Nov. 5-15. The trip is $3,549 pp, including airfare from OKC, four-star hotels, most meals and more. Sites include Stonehenge, Salisbury, Bristol, Bath, Stratford, Lake District, Edinburgh, York, Oxford and London. A $400 deposit is required. Contact Fr. Janocha at (580) 395-2148, cwjanocha@kanokla.net.
 
Holy Land pilgrimage
Join Fr. Jim Goins and Fr. Zachary Boazman on a Holy Land pilgrimage to Israel and Jordan Jan. 13-25, 2020. Includes roundtrip air from OKC, daily Mass, all breakfasts and dinners, and two lunches; four-star lodging, and all admissions. Includes Petra, Jerash, Amman, Dead Sea, Mt. Nebo, Capernaum, Bethlehem, Nazareth, Cana, Jerusalem, Jericho, Mt. of Temptation, Qumran, Tiberias, Magdala, Sea of Galilee, and much more. $500 deposit. This trip is halfway filled. Call (405) 293-2003 or visit www.travelovertures.com. 
 
Pilgrimage to Eastern Europe
Rt. Rev. Lawrence Stasyszen, O.S.B., K.C.H.S., will host the Splendors of Eastern Europe pilgrimage, featuring the Passion Play of Oberammergau May 13-24, 2020. Visit Prague, Budapest, Vienna, Salzburg, Oberammergau and Munich. Cost: $4,329 pp from OKC, includes round-trip airfare, first class/select hotels, hotels/guesthouses in Oberammergau, first class admissions tickets for the Passion Play, most meals and comprehensive sightseeing with an English-speaking guide. Contact Abbott Lawrence or Theresa Bragg, (405) 878-5490, abbot@monksok.org, tabragg@monksok.org.
 
Passion Play trip to Oberammergau
Join Fr. Ray Ackerman, St. John in Edmond, on an 11-day classical Austria and Germany trip May 19, 2020, including first-class admission to the Passion Play of Oberammergau in the Bavarian Alps for the 387 ^th performance. Call (405) 340-0691, Ext. 109. Tour arrangements by Nawas International Travel. Roundtrip airfare from OKC to Frankfurt.
 
Oberammergau pilgrimage
Join Fr. Scott Boeckman on a pilgrimage May 23-31, 2020, to experience the dramatic and inspiring Passion Play in Oberammergau, Germany. It has been presented every 10 years since the mid-1660s in thanksgiving for being spared the ravishes of the plague. The pilgrimage includes visits to Lucerne and Engelberg, Switzerland; the fairy tale Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria, Germany; Salzburg, Austria and Munich, Germany. Visit www.travelillume.com/trc/ttv. Contact Judi Wilkinson at (405) 751-7115, Ext 115, jwilkinson@steugenes.org.
 
Pilgrimage to Berlin, Prague, Austria
Fr. Carl Janocha and Fr. Danny Grover will lead a pilgrimage to Berlin, Prague and Austria; also featuring the Passion Play of Oberammergau, Sept. 21-Oct. 2, 2020. The trip is $4,599 pp, including airfare from OKC, four-star hotels, most meals and more. Sites include Berlin, Dresden, Prague, Cesky Krumlov, Salzburg, Munich, Oberammergau featuring the Passion Play produced every 10 years, and Frankfurt. The people of Oberammergau have put on the Passion Play since the time of the plague when it passed over their valley and they have been giving thanks to God. Join us for this truly beautiful, historic, faith-filled journey to the areas of the Bavarian countryside of Europe. We will have opportunities to visit the Berlin cathedral, the remains of the Berlin Wall, old town Prague, the birth place of Mozart, and the fairy tale Neuschwanstein Castle. Contact Fr. Janocha at (580) 395-2148, cwjanocha@kanokla.net.
 
Pilgrimage to Portugal, Spain, France
Join Fr. Aaron Foshee on a pilgrimage to Portugal, Spain and France, featuring Santiago de Compostela, Sept. 25-Oct. 6, 2020. Visit the shrines of Our Lady and the saints in these vibrant countries. There is a special travel presentation at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 10 at St. Joseph, 1300 E. Beverly St., in Ada. RSVP at (580) 332-4811.
 
Best shrines of France pilgrimage
Join Fr. Carson Krittenbrink on an all-inclusive pilgrimage Oct. 5-16, 2020. Explore France's beautiful Catholic shrines. From small villages in southern France to Paris. See magnificent shrines and churches and learn of the lives of St. Bernadette, St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Veronica and Zaccheus, St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, St. Therese of Lisieux and St. Catherine Labourne. Cost $5,024 pp from OKC. The pre-tour to Lisbon and Fatima is Oct. 2 6, 2020. For more information or to register, visit www.pilgrimages.com/frkrittenbrink, call 206 Tours at (800) 206-TOUR (8687), or e-mail katherine@206tours.com, danielle@206tours.com or alexandra@206tours.com.