Congratulations for Exceeding Our CDA Goal!
Congratulations to everyone for exceeding our CDA goal again this year. This week’s report for the Diocesan Charity and Development Appeal (CDA) shows that 170 families from our parish community have participated in the CDA with a total pledge of $89,512. This represents 105% of our total goal of $85,000. I thank those who have already participated and encourage those who have not yet done so to consider sending in their pledge or contribution .The CDA envelopes are available at the entrance to the SJB MPR. Please give us a call in the parish office at 480.961.1610 if you have any questions or if you need help setting up your online contributions.
Welcome to the Gala
I am so excited that we have finally arrived at our Gala weekend. I look forward to a joyous and successful celebration tomorrow. I thank the Gala Committee for working so tirelessly for the past several months planning all the details for the event. I thank all our sponsors and everyone who purchased tickets and/or sent donations. I look forward to seeing you at the Gala tomorrow, God willing.
Construction Update From the Building Committee
The weather continues to impact our outside work. Where is the sun and dry weather? This will allow the soil and the building block to dry out. The bell tower roof is being constructed on the south east side of our parking lot. When finished, it will then be lifted to the top of the bell tower. Our 10-foot Cross will be anchored to the center pole on the rooftop. Framing in the Nave, the transepts and the ceiling of the Narthex continues. The duct work is progressing.
The entire building has been addressed with new air-conditioning. When the weather permits, we will pour concrete at the main entrance and the northeast side of the building. When this is complete the framers can frame the roof the the east walkway.
This week's Photos
The bell tower roof is being assembled on the ground and will be lifted to the top of the tower. The center pipe in the photo will hold the ten (10) foot cross on top of the tower
The bell tower is scheduled to be the first area for stucco The weather has been an issue with getting it started.
Happy Feast of St. Patrick
Happy Feast of St. Patrick to everyone. I guess you are all aware by now that our Bishop, John Dolan, has granted a dispensation for Catholics to eat meat today. However, we will still have our Fish Dinner this evening after the Stations of the Cross.
Parish News
Coming Up
- Friday, March 17 - Stations of the Cross and Fish Dinner, 6 pm, SJB courtyard
- Saturday, March 18 - St. Benedict Gala, 6 pm at the Hilton Hotel in Chandler
- Tuesday, March 21 - "Dynamics of Prayer" session, 6:15 pm, SJB Science Room
- Friday, March 24 - Stations of the Cross and Fish Dinner, 6 pm, SJB courtyard
- Sunday, March 26 - Nello's Fundraiser, NW corner of Warner & 48th St., dine in or take out
This week on Friday, March 17, we celebrate St. Patrick's Day. FORMED has a wonderful resource to understand his life better, called "The Trials of Saint Patrick." It is an 8-part audio drama where the characters come alive through the talents of dozens of accomplished, award-winning actors, combined with cinematic sound and music. (Due to the intense nature of St. Patrick's story, parental guidance is suggested.) To listen now, click here.
Stations of the Cross and Fish Fry Fridays during Lent we will have Stations of the Cross at the St. John Bosco School courtyard at 6 pm, with a Fish Dinner afterwards.
The Fish Dinner includes fish, fries, coleslaw and water for $10 per person, sponsored by the St. Benedict Events committee.
The St. Benedict Chapter of St. Vincent de Paul will be leading the Stations today. We look forward to sharing this special time with you.
The Fish Dinner includes fish, fries, coleslaw and water for $10 per person, sponsored by the St. Benedict Events committee.
The St. Benedict Chapter of St. Vincent de Paul will be leading the Stations today. We look forward to sharing this special time with you.
"The Dynamics of Prayer"
During Lent, Fr. James is offering five weeklyLenten Prayer Sessions on Tuesdays from 6:15 pm to 7:15 pm in the SJB 8 grade Classroom.
The next session is Tuesday, March 21. Come and learn how to grow and nourish your personal prayer life.
1st Annual St. Benedict Gala This festive evening is scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, March 18, from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Hilton Hotel Grand Ballroom (2929 W. Frye Rd., Chandler, AZ 85224). Cocktails and a plated dinner will be served. Featuring keynote speaker Adria Renke, President of Brophy College Prep, raffles and live auction. All proceeds will benefit the St. Benedict Building Fund.
This event is being sponsored by Double AA Builders, Ltd.
Nello's Fundraiser
Come and enjoy a delicious meal from Nello's and help the parish Building Fund at the same time! Appetizers, pasta, salads, pizza, dessert and drinks are plentiful. Sunday, March 26 is the day...15% of sales mentioning St. Benedict will be donated to the parish. Nello's is located at 4710 E. Warner (NW corner of Warner and 48th St.).
Wishing you a Wonderful Weekend and God's Blessings.
Fr James Aboyi, VC
Pastor
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