Vacation Bible School is happening this summer at St Benedict Parish. Your children will joyfully learn about God’s love for them through fun songs, bible stories and activities. “Treasured” will be a five day affirmation of the truth, We Are Priceless to God. Find out more…
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Tuesday, May 25th from 4:30 to 6:00pm
Join us for an ecumenical prayer service on the anniversary of the death of George Floyd. The service will take place on the front steps of St. Benedict Church…
Read MoreTuesday, May 25th from 4pm to 6:30pm
Join us for an ecumenical prayer service on the anniversary of the death of George Floyd. The service will take place on the front steps of St. Benedict Church…
Read MoreTuesday, May 25th from 4pm to 6:30pm
Join us for an ecumenical prayer service on the anniversary of the death of George Floyd. The service will take place on the front steps of St. Benedict Church…
Read MoreBeing exposed to and reading stories about other people's lives can impact our own life by helping us better understand our world. Books can help us know people who are different than us.
Kids also need to see people who look like them and who face challenges, overcome obstacles and make a difference in the world. It's validating for kids to meet a character in a story who has hair that resembles theirs or wears glasses just like they do.
For these reasons and others, Parents for Diversity and Inclusivity: United for Change are hosting the,
“Diversity is Inspiring” Book Drive. read more…
Read MoreTuesday, May 25th from 4pm to 6:30pm
Join us for an ecumenical prayer service on the anniversary of the death of George Floyd. The service will take place on the front steps of St. Benedict Church…
Read MoreSunday, March 28th at 4:00 p.m.
Building a Beloved Community at Home is hosting a ZOOM event for families. This event will promote conversation about the importance of diversity and equality.Our Mystery Reader will lead us in reading a book and we'll enjoy a short video celebrating the beauty of our diversity…
Read MoreSunday, March 28th at 4:00 p.m.
Building a Beloved Community at Home is hosting a ZOOM event for families. This event will promote conversation about the importance of diversity and equality.Our Mystery Reader will lead us in reading a book and we'll enjoy a short video celebrating the beauty of our diversity…
Read MoreJoin all throughout the Archdiocese as we intentionally pray for the canonization of Blessed Augustus Tolton.
Read MoreSt Benedict Parish Ministry; Families Talk about Racism, is hosting this virtual event. All are invited.
Read MoreJoin the conversation that hopes to answer this question: “How can we better equip our children to work toward equality and justice for all?” read more
Read MoreBring your chair and a mask and visit with friends. Everyone must sign up to attend.
Read MoreHave you or someone in your family been wondering how we can safely serve others during the pandemic when social interaction is limited? It takes a little creative thinking but there are definitely people who need help during these times that we can serve. Keep reading for suggestions.
“For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”~ Mark 10:45
Read MoreThis event hopes to support parents and families as our community and city works to change the systems that add to inequality and systemic racism. We hope, through the rally, to share a simple message of experience, strength, and hope for families and especially, children of color. The Black Lives Matter: A Family Rally for Racial Justice would like to quiet the fear that children and families may be feeling in light of the protests in our city.
Read More"Please join us for our third meeting as we talk about what actionable steps we are taking as a group to make St. Bens a more inclusive place"
Read MoreMay 13, 2020
Dear Friends in Christ, These fifty days of Easter, leading to Pentecost, are marked by unprecedented suffering, as humanity has fallen victim to a perilous contagion. In addition to the threats to our physical wellbeing, we are suffering spiritually as the Covid-19 pandemic has required restrictions of our worship and active participation in the sacramental life of the Church. Surely, there have been moments in history when governments and rulers have persecuted Christians and banned their public worship. This is not one of them. Rather, the present restrictions come in response to an extreme medical emergency as local, state and federal authorities – specifically public health officials – legitimately fulfil their responsibilities to safeguard human life and the common good…
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