Tuesday, October 20 - Tuesday, October 27
TUESDAY | OCTOBER 20
Mass - Daily Mass at 8:30 AM.
Confessions - Hearing confessions in the confessional from 6:00 - 7:00 PM.
St. Scholastica Adoration Chapel - Hours: Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM Midnight, *Closed 8:00 - 9:00 AM for cleaning. Call Deacon Dick at (405) 742-7538 to sign up for adoration or visit the Adoration table in the Commons.
St. Dymphna Prayer Group - Started by the St. Dymphna Mental Health Ministry team, this prayer/support group is for those experiencing mental health challenges and addictions, including friends and family. We meet on Tuesdays from 9:00 - 10:00 AM in the Cry Room. All are welcome.
Chess Club - Meets Tuesdays in McGuire Hall North from 6:30 - 8:00 PM. All are welcome! Chess boards, pieces, and clocks are all provided. For more information, contact Terri Buynak at (918) 455-4451 ext. 221 or Katie Buynak at ext. 237.
Grief Support Group - Meeting from 6:30 - 7:30 PM in Room 106. Contact Angela Steidley at (918) 691-4225 for more information.
Youth: High School Dead Theologians Society - Meets weekly on Tuesdays from 7:00 - 9:00 PM in Room 202. Contact Vandy Domeier at (918) 231-8206 for more information.
Becoming Catholic - Join us for an Inquiry session from 7:00 - 9:00 PM in Room 101. Contact Viviana Suarez at (918) 455-4451 ext. 223 for more information.
WEDNESDAY | OCTOBER 21
Mass - Daily Mass at 8:30 AM.
Confessions - Hearing confessions in the confessional from 5:00 - 6:00 PM.
St. Scholastica Adoration Chapel - Hours: Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM Midnight, *Closed 8:00 - 9:00 AM for cleaning. Call Deacon Dick at (405) 742-7538 to sign up for adoration or visit the Adoration table in the Commons.
That Man Is You (TMIY) Apostles of the New Springtime - Meeting every Wednesday at 6:00 AM in Room 101 and 6:15 PM in Room 202. Are you looking to deepen your relationship with God? Be a better husband? Become a more loving father? Build friendships with other like-minded men? And seek to be the best man you can be? All men are welcome to join TMIY and experience the power of transformation! Register now! Contact Chad McAuliff at (918) 284-0685 for more information.
Women's Bible Study - Meeting from 9:00 - 11:00 AM in Room 101. Contact Viviana at (918) 455-4451 ext. 223 for more information.
Saturday Choir - Rehearsal from 6:30 - 8:00 PM in the Choir Room.
Youth: High School Free Time - Feeling a bit overscheduled this time of year? Meet in the youth room from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM for snacks and unstructured time with friends! Contact Deb Malcom at (918) 455-4451 ext. 230.
THURSDAY | OCTOBER 22
Mass - Daily Mass at 8:30 AM.
St. Scholastica Adoration Chapel - Hours: Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM Midnight, *Closed 8:00 - 9:00 AM for cleaning. Call Deacon Dick at (405) 742-7538 to sign up for adoration or visit the Adoration table in the Commons.
Legion of Mary - Meets on Thursdays from 9:30 - 10:30 AM in Room 102.
Sunday Choir - Rehearsal from 7:00 - 9:00 PM in the Choir Room.
FRIDAY | OCTOBER 23
Mass - Daily Mass at 6:30 AM and 8:30 AM.
St. Scholastica Adoration Chapel - Hours: Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM Midnight, *Closed 8:00 - 9:00 AM for cleaning. Call Deacon Dick at (405) 742-7538 to sign up for adoration or visit the Adoration table in the Commons.
Women's Friday Scripture Study - Meeting from 9:15 - 11:15 AM in Room 101.
Youth: Middle School Holy Fire Conference Check-in - Those in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades who are attending the Holy Fire youth conference in OKC will meet for a quick pizza dinner, then head to the conference. For more info, text Deb Malcom at (918) 408-1144.
SATURDAY | OCTOBER 24
Mass - Vigil Mass at 5:00 PM.
Confessions - Hearing confessions in the confessional from 3:00 - 4:45 PM.
St. Scholastica Adoration Chapel - Hours: Saturday from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Noon. Call Deacon Dick at (405) 742-7538 to sign up for adoration or visit the Adoration table in the Commons.
MOCtoberfest - Saturday, October 24 from 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM at St. Anne Catholic Church. Come enjoy a full day of family fun, authentic food, live music, games, and community celebration, all in support of the Ministry of Compassion (MOC), St. Anne’s local Catholic Charities outreach center serving those most in need right here in Broken Arrow. Sponsored by the Church of Saint Benedict. You won’t want to miss this joyful event filled with generosity, laughter, and fellowship for the whole community! Visit www.moctoberfest.com for more information.
Young Adult: “Remnant” Bible Study - Meets on Saturday nights at 7:00 PM at Luke and Grace Tramel’s apartment. Currently this young adult group (ages 18-35) is studying St. Paul’s letter to the Romans. To receive the address to the Tramel home, and to receive an invite to the young adult GroupMe, text Deb Malcom at (918) 408-1144.
SUNDAY | OCTOBER 25
Mass - Sunday Mass at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 5:00 PM.
Confessions - Hearing confessions in the confessional prior to each Mass, from 8:15 - 8:45 AM, 11:15 - 11:45 AM, and 4:15 - 4:45 PM.
Sunday Scripture Study - Meeting from 10:30 - 11:45 AM in Room 101. Contact Viviana at (918) 455-4451 ext. 223 for more information.
Youth: Choir - For those in 3rd through 12th grades. Rehearsal in the Choir Room at 3:30 PM. For more information contact Deb Malcom at (918) 455-4451 ext. 230.
MONDAY | OCTOBER 26
St. Scholastica Adoration Chapel - Hours: Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM Midnight, *Closed 8:00 - 9:00 AM for cleaning. Call Deacon Dick at (405) 742-7538 to sign up for adoration or visit the Adoration table in the Commons.
She Shall Be Called Woman (SHE) Masterpiece of Creation - This is a parish-based women’s program that fosters a supportive environment for spiritual growth. Each content year of SHE consists of two 9-week seasons - one in the fall and one in the spring. Each meeting consists of 3 essential elements: fellowship with refreshments, video presentation, and discussion within small groups. Each season features speakers from diverse stages of life. These inspiring women offer participants deeper insight into Scriptural teachings, theological truths, and practical wisdom. She Shall Be Called Woman meets on Mondays from 9:00 - 10:30 AM in Room 101. Sign up here.
Young (and Fun) at Heart - Meeting from 1:00 - 3:00 PM in Room 101. Contact Joanne Powell at (918) 210-6518 for more information.
Training for Altar Servers – October 26 at 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM. Would you like to be more involved in the life of the parish? Volunteer to serve! This is an excellent way to live out your commitment to stewardship of time and talent. Altar Servers assist the priest at Mass on Sunday, Holy Days, weddings and funerals. Altar Servers must be at least in 4th grade and must have received their First Communion. Training will include use of incense during Mass. Contact Viviana at (918) 455-4451 ext. 223 for more information.
TUESDAY | OCTOBER 27
Mass - Daily Mass at 8:30 AM.
Confessions - Hearing confessions in the confessional from 6:00 - 7:00 PM.
St. Scholastica Adoration Chapel - Hours: Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM Midnight, *Closed 8:00 - 9:00 AM for cleaning. Call Deacon Dick at (405) 742-7538 to sign up for adoration or visit the Adoration table in the Commons.
St. Dymphna Prayer Group - Started by the St. Dymphna Mental Health Ministry team, this prayer/support group is for those experiencing mental health challenges and addictions, including friends and family. We meet on Tuesdays from 9:00 - 10:00 AM in the Cry Room. All are welcome.
Youth: St. Nicholas Club - Those in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades will meet from 4:30 - 6:00 PM in the youth room to learn about Holy Days of Obligation and the Precepts of the Church. For more info, contact Deb Malcom at (918) 455-4451 ext. 230.
Chess Club - Meets Tuesdays in McGuire Hall North from 6:30 - 8:00 PM. All are welcome! Chess boards, pieces, and clocks are all provided. For more information, contact Terri Buynak at (918) 455-4451 ext. 221 or Katie Buynak at ext. 237.
Youth: High School Dead Theologians Society - Meets weekly on Tuesdays from 7:00 - 9:00 PM. This week they are meeting offsite. Contact Vandy Domeier at (918) 231-8206 for more information.
Training for Liturgical Ministers
Would you like to be more involved in the life of the parish? Volunteer to serve! This is an excellent way to live out your commitment to stewardship of time and talent. Just attend one or more of the Ministry Trainings listed below for NEW ministers and those current ministers who would like a refresher.
Training will be offered at 7:00 PM (except Altar Servers).
Altar Servers – October 26 at 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM
Altar Servers assist the priest at Mass on Sunday, Holy Days, weddings and funerals. Altar Servers must be at least in 4yh grade and must have received their First Communion. Training will include use of incense during Mass.
Sacristans – November 2 at 7:00 PM
Sacristans are responsible for setting up all vessels and linens on the Credence Table before Mass. Sacristans clean and store all vessels and linens after Mass.
Nursing Home & Homebound Visitation – November 16 at 7:00 PM
Pastoral ministers to the sick serve in the ministry of care to those who are ill or homebound. Extraordinary ministers of the Eucharist reach out with Christ-like concern, to bring the Eucharist to others in time of need. Ministers are assigned to visit nursing homes and/or the homebound on a monthly basis. Training equips volunteers with the skills needed to carry out this ministry.
Ushers - November 30 at 7:00 PM
Ushers greet and welcome incoming parishioners at Sunday Masses, seat incoming people, locate substitute ministers, take up collections during the preparation of the altar, maintain flow of traffic during Holy Communion, distribute bulletins at the end of Mass, and clean Church after Mass. In addition, Ushers are responsible for the medical, safety, and security needs before, during, and after Mass. Ministers must be 7th grade and up.
Lectors - December 7 at 7:00 PM
Lectors proclaim the Scriptures at Mass on Sundays and Holy Days. Lectors must have received the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Sign up in the commons or contact Viviana at (918) 455-4451 ext. 223.
Training will be offered at 7:00 PM (except Altar Servers).
Altar Servers – October 26 at 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM
Altar Servers assist the priest at Mass on Sunday, Holy Days, weddings and funerals. Altar Servers must be at least in 4yh grade and must have received their First Communion. Training will include use of incense during Mass.
Sacristans – November 2 at 7:00 PM
Sacristans are responsible for setting up all vessels and linens on the Credence Table before Mass. Sacristans clean and store all vessels and linens after Mass.
Nursing Home & Homebound Visitation – November 16 at 7:00 PM
Pastoral ministers to the sick serve in the ministry of care to those who are ill or homebound. Extraordinary ministers of the Eucharist reach out with Christ-like concern, to bring the Eucharist to others in time of need. Ministers are assigned to visit nursing homes and/or the homebound on a monthly basis. Training equips volunteers with the skills needed to carry out this ministry.
Ushers - November 30 at 7:00 PM
Ushers greet and welcome incoming parishioners at Sunday Masses, seat incoming people, locate substitute ministers, take up collections during the preparation of the altar, maintain flow of traffic during Holy Communion, distribute bulletins at the end of Mass, and clean Church after Mass. In addition, Ushers are responsible for the medical, safety, and security needs before, during, and after Mass. Ministers must be 7th grade and up.
Lectors - December 7 at 7:00 PM
Lectors proclaim the Scriptures at Mass on Sundays and Holy Days. Lectors must have received the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Sign up in the commons or contact Viviana at (918) 455-4451 ext. 223.
Saint Benedict Online Giving
Need a convenient way to give?? Text SAINTBENBA to 77977, or click the button below to donate to the Church of Saint Benedict. Through our online giving partner, Pushpay, we now accept donations by card, ACH, and Google Pay!
Take Your Faith Further
Jesus is waiting for you in Adoration
We need additional adorers every week!!
We welcome all parishioners to join us in adoring our Eucharistic Lord. Visit the adoration table in the commons or call Deacon Dick at (405) 742-7538 to sign up for weekly adoration.
St. Scholastica Adoration Chapel Hours:
Mon.-Fri. 6:00 AM-12:00 AM*
Sat. 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
*Closed 8:00-9:00 AM for cleaning Mon.-Fri.
*Closed 8:00-9:00 AM for cleaning Mon.-Fri.
October Extended Adoration
November Extended Adoration
Saturday, November 7 from Midnight - 8:00 AMSpend an hour with our Eucharistic Lord during our extended adoration event! Sign up here.
Support Our Community
Faith & Works 2026
Let His Mission Be Yours
This weekend, the Annual Faith & Works Appeal continues in our Diocese. It takes place at Masses in all parishes in eastern Oklahoma. The Appeal supports essential diocesan ministries that no single parish can do on its own.
This includes seminarian and deacon candidate formation, marriage and family life, evangelization, children and youth protection, and ministries of mercy.
Where does the money go? Throughout 78 parishes and 2 missions in Eastern Oklahoma. The various categories of ministries and percentage of support of the Appeal are:
18.88% | Parish Support Team and Family & Youth Faith Formation
13.45% | Marriage and Life Ministries
9.47% | Adult Faith Formation and Parish Support
19.11% | Clergy and Vocation Support
39.09% | Community and Safety
13.45% | Marriage and Life Ministries
9.47% | Adult Faith Formation and Parish Support
19.11% | Clergy and Vocation Support
39.09% | Community and Safety
Church of Saint Benedict is currently at ($166,013) 99.41% of our parish goal of $167,000. The overall goal of the Faith & Works Appeal throughout the entire Diocese for this year is $2.5 million.
If you have already received in the mail a letter and have made or renewed a commitment, thank you and God bless your generosity. If you have not yet done so, you will have the opportunity to donate at Mass this weekend. I ask you to prayerfully consider donating this year. Pledges can also be made online here.
Homeless Street Mission
Thank you, Saint Benedict ACTS Women, for your generous donations to the Homeless Street Mission. With the change in weather, we are needing donations of blankets, hoodies, and warm socks. We are always in need of the following items: disposable razors, toothbrushes, toothpaste, travel size bottles of shampoo, conditioner, lotion ,and individually wrapped snacks. Thank you for your continued support of our Mission.
Parish Council Nominations
If you have someone you would like to nominate for the Parish Council, please place their name in the box in the church commons.
Upcoming Events
Parish Fall Carnival
Friday, November 6 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Mark your calendars to attend the Women’s Club Fall Carnival! There is no cost to attend. Pizza or hotdog, chips and slushy for $2.00. Pop for $1.00. Come and enjoy games with prizes, cookie decorating, face painting, tattoos, sand art, balloons, and bracelet making. Bring your family and join the fun!
Contact: Karen (918) 381-6165 or Klarice (580) 467-0880.
Friday, November 6 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Mark your calendars to attend the Women’s Club Fall Carnival! There is no cost to attend. Pizza or hotdog, chips and slushy for $2.00. Pop for $1.00. Come and enjoy games with prizes, cookie decorating, face painting, tattoos, sand art, balloons, and bracelet making. Bring your family and join the fun!
Contact: Karen (918) 381-6165 or Klarice (580) 467-0880.
Fall Parish Planting Day
Saturday, November 7 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Please come join the fun of planting bulbs, flowers, and cleaning our garden beds. Contact Dixie Highberger at (918) 812-0754 for more information.
Thank you to our wonderful volunteers that helped clean our beds last Saturday!
Saturday, November 7 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Please come join the fun of planting bulbs, flowers, and cleaning our garden beds. Contact Dixie Highberger at (918) 812-0754 for more information.
Thank you to our wonderful volunteers that helped clean our beds last Saturday!
Youth: VO-cation Bible School!
Saturday, November 7 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
One day of VBS-like activities to explore vocations!
When: Saturday, November 7
Where: Church of Saint Benedict
For Who: PreK-4th Graders
Time: 9:00 AM-Noon
Cost: $0
Registration forms can be found on the Wall of Info near the main doors of the church. Or contact Lisa Remmert at (918) 455-4451 ext. 226. Sign-Up earlier and receive a free hoodie!
Saturday, November 7 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
One day of VBS-like activities to explore vocations!
When: Saturday, November 7
Where: Church of Saint Benedict
For Who: PreK-4th Graders
Time: 9:00 AM-Noon
Cost: $0
Registration forms can be found on the Wall of Info near the main doors of the church. Or contact Lisa Remmert at (918) 455-4451 ext. 226. Sign-Up earlier and receive a free hoodie!
OBI Blood Drive
Monday, November 9 from 3:00 - 6:45 PM
Join us for our bi-monthly blood drive with Our Blood Institute. Click here to schedule your appointment! Walk ins are welcome too!
OBI is the exclusive blood provider servicing 95% of hospitals and medical facilities in Oklahoma - including 19 in the Tulsa area!
Monday, November 9 from 3:00 - 6:45 PM
Join us for our bi-monthly blood drive with Our Blood Institute. Click here to schedule your appointment! Walk ins are welcome too!
OBI is the exclusive blood provider servicing 95% of hospitals and medical facilities in Oklahoma - including 19 in the Tulsa area!
Youth: October Contests
Class Candy Collection Contest
We are collecting bags of individually wrapped candy to support our Parish Carnival next month! Each classroom has a box to fill! The class that brings the most candy wins a popcorn party! (Packs of small candies like M&M’s, Smarties, etc. count as one individually wrapped candy, not each piece). Contest ends at noon on November 1st!
Contact Lisa Remmert at (918) 455-4451 ext. 226 for more info.
We are collecting bags of individually wrapped candy to support our Parish Carnival next month! Each classroom has a box to fill! The class that brings the most candy wins a popcorn party! (Packs of small candies like M&M’s, Smarties, etc. count as one individually wrapped candy, not each piece). Contest ends at noon on November 1st!
Contact Lisa Remmert at (918) 455-4451 ext. 226 for more info.
Saint Poster Contest
Submit a unique work of Art about your favorite Saint! Turn in your original creation as a poster (sizes 8.5” x 11” to 22” x 28”) that includes a quote or Bible verse connected to your Saint. Entries are due by October 28th. No late entries will be accepted. Winners will be announced on All Saints Day! Pick up a form on the “Raising Saints” children’s table in the Commons to turn in with your submission. For students 18 and younger.
Contact Lisa Remmert at (918) 455-4451 ext. 226 for more info.
Submit a unique work of Art about your favorite Saint! Turn in your original creation as a poster (sizes 8.5” x 11” to 22” x 28”) that includes a quote or Bible verse connected to your Saint. Entries are due by October 28th. No late entries will be accepted. Winners will be announced on All Saints Day! Pick up a form on the “Raising Saints” children’s table in the Commons to turn in with your submission. For students 18 and younger.
Contact Lisa Remmert at (918) 455-4451 ext. 226 for more info.
Have a blessed week!