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Bishop David Konderla to Again Celebrate Mass at Tulsa IrishFest on Sunday, March 15
This service is always open to the public and no ticket to the festival is required. Catholics and non-Catholics alike are invited to attend the Mass, but seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Unlike past years, this year's festival will take place at Cabin Boys Brewery, 1717 E. 7th St., in Tulsa. There is no guarantee of entry into the room once seating is full, so organizers urge Mass attendees to arrive early. Gates will open at 9:30 a.m.
Faith is an integral part of Irish culture and heritage beginning with the arrival of St. Patrick in the early 5th century, Bishop (at the time) Patrick brought Christianity to the Irish people and transformed their way of life. Through him, Ireland is the only land in religious history where Christianity was introduced without bloodshed!
Tulsa IrishFest began as the family-friendly way to celebrate Irish culture around St. Patrick’s Day with authentic music, culture, art, food and so much more. With overwhelming community support, organizers say they have committed to the aspirational goal of creating the best Irish festival in the world. This year's festival takes place March 13 -15.
Chris Stefanick Live at SPX Wednesday Night
TULSA — There's still time to purchase tickets for internationally known speaker and author Chris Stefanick appearing live at 7 p.m., March 11, at St Pius X Catholic Church, 1727 S. 75th E. Ave.
Stefanick helps audiences rediscover God, and the life they were made for. REBOOT! is a fun, inspiring and practical experience for all (ages 12 and up), of applying the beauty and genius of the Gospel to every aspect of your life, from prayer and spirituality, to work, dating, marriage, parenting, health and more!
Tickets are required for entry and space is limited. To register, click here.
Now Hiring: College-Aged Totus Tuus Missionaries to Serve This Summer
BROKEN ARROW — Know of a graduating high school senior (18 by May 1), college student or young adult looking for a summer internship or job on fire with the faith? Encourage them to apply to be a Totus Tuus Missionary in the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma this summer.
Totus Tuus is of the many ministries supported by the Faith & Works Annual Appeal. Each summer, college-age missionaries are trained and then sent in pairs to parishes across the Diocese to share the joy of the Catholic faith. Totus Tuus forms both the children who participate and the college students who serve as missionaries.
For further details, visit: https://www.dioceseoftulsa.org/totus-tuu
St. Philip Neri Moves Sunday Night Mass to Ascension St. John
TULSA — The University of Tulsa's St. Philip Neri Parish will begin holding its regular 8 p.m. Sunday night Mass at Ascension St. John's Main Chapel at 21st Street and Utica Avenue.
"We are grateful to Ascension St. John for now offering this Sunday evening Mass and helping provide another opportunity for the faithful of our diocese to gather for the Holy Eucharist," said pastor Father James Porter.
Parking is available at the Health Plaza lot with a short walk to the chapel.
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2nd Annual TU Catholic Golf Scramble Set for May 7 at LaFortune
TULSA — Tee up for a good cause on Thursday, May 7, by supporting the 2nd Annual TU Catholic Golf Scramble benefitting St. Philip Neri University Parish.
The fundraiser begins at 5 p.m. with dinner, drinks, cigars, and driving range. A round of golf on the LaFortune Park Par 3 Course gets underway with a shotgun start at 6 pm.
Father James Porter, pastor of St. Philip Neri Parish, names three ways to help:
- Pray for the success of the event and the ministries it supports.
- Became a hole sponsor, which starts at the Bronze level for $1,000.
- Put together a four-person team to play in the scramble. Cost is $600 per team.
St. Philip Neri University Parish is the spiritual hub and home away from home for Catholic students on the campus of the University of Tulsa. Its mission is for students to know Jesus personally, fully participating in His great commission by first living and then communicating the fullness of life within the family of God, the Church. Students come to the chapel and parish student center for Mass, confessions, Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA), bible studies, retreats, meals, service projects, social events, and more.
To register for the golf scramble or get more information, click here.
From the Editor...
Scanning our local online news media, I came across an interesting story last week from Ginnie Graham at the new Tulsa Flyer. In addition to profiling a century of Route 66, she also notes several other Tulsa landmarks that came about in 1926 — and many of them have Catholic connections. Among those Tulsa entities celebrating 100 years and mentioned in the article are Ascension St. John Hospital, Cascia Hall Preparatory School, St. Monica Catholic Church and Monte Casino School. To read the full story, click here.
Did you know that the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma has its own YouTube channel loaded with all kinds of videos including Bishop David Konderla's regular Tulsa Time podcast, event announcements, short promotional and informational videos, and more?
Interested in finding out more or discerning for the Permanent Diaconate? There's a series of videos about that here. Interested in more information about nationally known Catholic speaker Chris Stefanick's appearance at St. Pius X Catholic Church in Tulsa on Mar 11? Click here. Need more information about where your Faith & Works contribution goes? View the short film, Let His Mission Be Yours, by clicking here. Need information about enrolling your children at the new statewide Catholic virtual school, St. Carlo Acutis Academy, you'll find it here.
These and many more informational and inspirational videos are available at our diocesan YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@DioceseofTulsa.
Until next week, thanks for reading!
Chris Rush
Editor
"Finally, beloved, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is pleasing, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things" — Philippians 4:8
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