Dear Brethren,
It is with mixed emotions that we bid farewell to the graduating Class of 2026 of St John Bosco Catholic School. While we are grateful to God for the time, life and faith they have so generously shared with us as a parish community, we are sure we will miss them a lot. This set of graduating students has excelled in faith activities, including but not limited to altar serving, lectoring and active participation at liturgical functions. We encourage them to keep on nourishing their relationship with Jesus as His faithful witnesses. On behalf of all of us at St Benedict, may I remind you that St Benedict will always be your parish and home, and we would be honored to serve God with you every time you come back here.
Congratulations and may you soar higher in all your future endeavors.
Happy Mothers’ Day!
This weekend is dedicated to the celebration of probably the most important people in our lives. It is practically impossible to adequately express how grateful we are for the blessing of motherhood. To most of us, our mothers are the first face of God’s mercy that we see. Mothers are often the first to introduce God to their beloved children. A mother’s life changes forever as soon as she has her first child. Our mothers continue to make selfless sacrifices for their children as they grow and live more comfortable lives. As we celebrate this Mother’s Day, let us remember to pray for mothers who have passed. May God reward them with eternal life - all mothers who have left this world. May He bless them with virtuous kindness all mothers and help us all to be grateful for their love and sacrifice. Happy Mother’s Day!
The Ascension of the Lord
Thursday this week would be forty days after Easter which, in many Dioceses, is celebrated as the Feast of the Ascension of the Lord. In the Diocese of Phoenix this feast is moved to the Sunday following Ascension Thursday to lend the feast the solemnity that Sunday holds. We shall therefore celebrate the Feast of the Ascension of the Lord on Sunday, May 17, 2026. We invite you to join us at any of our weekend Masses.
Please be kind and may God bless you.
Rev. Manasseh Iorchir, VC
Es con sentimientos encontrados que nos despedimos de la promoción de 2026 de la Escuela Católica San Juan Bosco. Aunque damos gracias a Dios por el tiempo, la vida y la fe que tan generosamente han compartido con nosotros como comunidad parroquial, estamos seguros de que los echaremos mucho de menos. Esta promoción de alumnos se ha destacado en las actividades de fe, entre las que se incluyen, entre otras, el servicio en el altar, la lectura de la Palabra y la participación activa en las celebraciones litúrgicas. Les animamos a que sigan alimentando su relación con Jesús como fieles testigos suyos. En nombre de todos nosotros en San Benito, permítanme recordarles que San Benito siempre será su parroquia y su hogar, y que será un honor para nosotros servir a Dios con ustedes cada vez que regresen aquí.
Enhorabuena y que alcancen grandes alturas en todos sus proyectos futuros.
¡Feliz Día de la Madre!
Este fin de semana está dedicado a celebrar a las personas que probablemente sean las más importantes de nuestras vidas. Es prácticamente imposible expresar adecuadamente lo agradecidos que estamos por la bendición de la maternidad. Para la mayoría de nosotros, nuestras madres son el primer rostro de la misericordia de Dios que vemos. Las madres suelen ser las primeras en presentar a Dios a sus queridos hijos. La vida de una madre cambia para siempre en cuanto tiene a su primer hijo. Nuestras madres siguen haciendo sacrificios desinteresados por sus hijos a medida que estos crecen y llevan una vida más cómoda. Al celebrar este Día de la Madre, recordemos rezar por las madres que ya no están. Que Dios las recompense con la vida eterna: a todas las madres que han dejado este mundo. Que Él las bendiga con bondad virtuosa a todas las madres y nos ayude a todos a estar agradecidos por su amor y sacrificio. ¡Feliz Día de la Madre!
La Ascensión del Señor
Este jueves se cumplen cuarenta días desde Pascua, fecha que, en muchas diócesis, se celebra como la fiesta de la Ascensión del Señor. En la Diócesis de Phoenix, esta fiesta se traslada al domingo siguiente al jueves de la Ascensión para conferirle la solemnidad propia de ese día. Por lo tanto, celebraremos la fiesta de la Ascensión del Señor el domingo 17 de mayo de 2026. Les invitamos a unirse a nosotros en cualquiera de nuestras misas del fin de semana.
Por favor, tened amabilidad y que Dios os bendiga.
Reverendo Manasseh Iorchir, VC
It is with mixed emotions that we bid farewell to the graduating Class of 2026 of St John Bosco Catholic School. While we are grateful to God for the time, life and faith they have so generously shared with us as a parish community, we are sure we will miss them a lot. This set of graduating students has excelled in faith activities, including but not limited to altar serving, lectoring and active participation at liturgical functions. We encourage them to keep on nourishing their relationship with Jesus as His faithful witnesses. On behalf of all of us at St Benedict, may I remind you that St Benedict will always be your parish and home, and we would be honored to serve God with you every time you come back here.
Congratulations and may you soar higher in all your future endeavors.
Happy Mothers’ Day!
This weekend is dedicated to the celebration of probably the most important people in our lives. It is practically impossible to adequately express how grateful we are for the blessing of motherhood. To most of us, our mothers are the first face of God’s mercy that we see. Mothers are often the first to introduce God to their beloved children. A mother’s life changes forever as soon as she has her first child. Our mothers continue to make selfless sacrifices for their children as they grow and live more comfortable lives. As we celebrate this Mother’s Day, let us remember to pray for mothers who have passed. May God reward them with eternal life - all mothers who have left this world. May He bless them with virtuous kindness all mothers and help us all to be grateful for their love and sacrifice. Happy Mother’s Day!
The Ascension of the Lord
Thursday this week would be forty days after Easter which, in many Dioceses, is celebrated as the Feast of the Ascension of the Lord. In the Diocese of Phoenix this feast is moved to the Sunday following Ascension Thursday to lend the feast the solemnity that Sunday holds. We shall therefore celebrate the Feast of the Ascension of the Lord on Sunday, May 17, 2026. We invite you to join us at any of our weekend Masses.
Please be kind and may God bless you.
Rev. Manasseh Iorchir, VC
Queridos hermanos,
Enhorabuena y que alcancen grandes alturas en todos sus proyectos futuros.
¡Feliz Día de la Madre!
Este fin de semana está dedicado a celebrar a las personas que probablemente sean las más importantes de nuestras vidas. Es prácticamente imposible expresar adecuadamente lo agradecidos que estamos por la bendición de la maternidad. Para la mayoría de nosotros, nuestras madres son el primer rostro de la misericordia de Dios que vemos. Las madres suelen ser las primeras en presentar a Dios a sus queridos hijos. La vida de una madre cambia para siempre en cuanto tiene a su primer hijo. Nuestras madres siguen haciendo sacrificios desinteresados por sus hijos a medida que estos crecen y llevan una vida más cómoda. Al celebrar este Día de la Madre, recordemos rezar por las madres que ya no están. Que Dios las recompense con la vida eterna: a todas las madres que han dejado este mundo. Que Él las bendiga con bondad virtuosa a todas las madres y nos ayude a todos a estar agradecidos por su amor y sacrificio. ¡Feliz Día de la Madre!
La Ascensión del Señor
Este jueves se cumplen cuarenta días desde Pascua, fecha que, en muchas diócesis, se celebra como la fiesta de la Ascensión del Señor. En la Diócesis de Phoenix, esta fiesta se traslada al domingo siguiente al jueves de la Ascensión para conferirle la solemnidad propia de ese día. Por lo tanto, celebraremos la fiesta de la Ascensión del Señor el domingo 17 de mayo de 2026. Les invitamos a unirse a nosotros en cualquiera de nuestras misas del fin de semana.
Por favor, tened amabilidad y que Dios os bendiga.
Reverendo Manasseh Iorchir, VC
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- Say A Rosary
- Employment Opportunities at St. Benedict
- Catechists Wanted
- Altar Server Training
- CPR/AED Training
- Employment Opportunities at the School
- Vacation Bible School 2026
- Steubenville West Conference 2026
Say A Rosary
The month of May is for Mary. What better way to honor her than to make a special effort to say Rosaries during the month of May. One way to do this is that you can join us Monday through Thursday mornings at 7:45 am in the parish Chapel before morning Mass when we say a Rosary. In addition, on the last Wednesday of each month, the Knights of Columbus host a Rosary in the parish Chapel. This month we invite all to gather on Wed, May 27, at 7:00 pm.
Come and pray with us!
The month of May is for Mary. What better way to honor her than to make a special effort to say Rosaries during the month of May. One way to do this is that you can join us Monday through Thursday mornings at 7:45 am in the parish Chapel before morning Mass when we say a Rosary. In addition, on the last Wednesday of each month, the Knights of Columbus host a Rosary in the parish Chapel. This month we invite all to gather on Wed, May 27, at 7:00 pm.
Come and pray with us!
Catechists Wanted
Whether you have just a few minutes each week or more time to offer, there is a place for you in the St. Benedict Faith Formation Ministries. This includes the Sunday Children’s Liturgy of the Word, Journey of Faith and Teen Sacrament Prep on Tuesdays, and/or the Life Teen program on Sundays.
For Children’s Liturgy of the Word and Journey of Faith, please email Sr. Novie in the parish office (480.961.1610 ext. 307). For the Teen Sacrament Prep and the Life Teen program, please email Erin Fish (480.961.1610 ext. 303).
Whether you have just a few minutes each week or more time to offer, there is a place for you in the St. Benedict Faith Formation Ministries. This includes the Sunday Children’s Liturgy of the Word, Journey of Faith and Teen Sacrament Prep on Tuesdays, and/or the Life Teen program on Sundays.
For Children’s Liturgy of the Word and Journey of Faith, please email Sr. Novie in the parish office (480.961.1610 ext. 307). For the Teen Sacrament Prep and the Life Teen program, please email Erin Fish (480.961.1610 ext. 303).
Altar Server Training
An Altar Server training session is being offered on Saturday, May 16 at 10 am in the church. If you have ever had a desire to altar serve at Mass, here is your opportunity. All Altar Servers must have already received their First Holy Communion. Share your gift and join this ministry by contacting Ken Garcia.
An Altar Server training session is being offered on Saturday, May 16 at 10 am in the church. If you have ever had a desire to altar serve at Mass, here is your opportunity. All Altar Servers must have already received their First Holy Communion. Share your gift and join this ministry by contacting Ken Garcia.
Please feel free to send me a message if you have any questions or comments about this weekend memo.
Wishing you a Wonderful Weekend and God's Blessings
Rev. Manasseh Iorchir, VC
Pastor
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