A Word from the Pastor

November 1, 2024

The practice of praying for the dead during November is deeply rooted in Catholic tradition, particularly highlighted by the observance of All Souls' Day on November 2. This day is dedicated to the commemoration of all the faithful departed, where the Church emphasizes the importance of interceding for those who have died but may still be undergoing purification in purgatory.

The Catholic Church teaches that the souls of the departed who are not yet fully cleansed from their sins can benefit from the prayers and sacrifices of the faithful on earth. This is particularly evident in the celebration of Masses for the dead, which are encouraged not only on All Souls' Day but throughout the month. The Church believes that these acts of remembrance and supplication can help the souls attain the Beatific Vision more swiftly.

Pope Benedict XVI noted that the month of November, beginning with the Solemnity of All Saints and followed by All Souls' Day, invites the faithful to reflect on the mystery of the communion of saints, which connects the living and the dead in a shared journey towards eternal life. This month serves as a poignant reminder of the hope that the faithful have in Christ's promise of resurrection and eternal life.

Additionally, the Directory on Popular Piety and the Liturgy outlines various forms of popular devotions to the dead, including novenas and visits to cemeteries, which can be observed in a communal manner by families or groups. An example of this is the altars for Dias de Los Muertos. These practices are not seen as obligations but rather as expressions of love and remembrance, reinforcing the bonds between the living and the deceased.

Since November is a significant month for Catholics to engage in prayer for the dead, particularly through the celebration of Mass and other devotional practices, our parish places the names of the faithful departed on the altar for the entire month. There are envelopes in your packet for this purpose, or simply write the names of your beloved dead on a plain white envelope. Drop it in any collection. We are also strengthened by the Church's belief in the efficacy of these prayers for the souls in purgatory and the hope of their eventual union with God.

Also, please join us for our annual Mass for all those who died during the last year. It will be Monday, November 4 at 7:00 pm.

In one Heart,



Fr. Ron 

 rmbagley@yahoo.com

All Saints Day

The Solemnity of All Saints is one of the holy days of obligation in the Catholic Church. Our final English Mass on Friday November 1, will be at 5:30pm. A Spanish Mass will be at 7:00 pm.

All Souls Remembrance



Our annual Mass for those who have died during the past year will be on Monday, November 4 at 7:00 pm. Letters have been sent out to the families of those who had their funeral at St. Patrick Church. If you did not receive that letter, call the parish office. Everyone is welcome to join in the Mass on November 4.

Veterans Day - November 11

St. Patrick Catholic School has a long tradition of honoring our veterans and active-duty military.

On November 11, Veterans Day, all veterans and active-duty members are invited to wear their uniform and join us at the 9:00am Mass, where they will be recognized and honored for their service. This is a beautiful opportunity to pay tribute and say thank you to those who have given

so much and asked for so little. May God continue to bless America! We look forward to seeing you at Mass.

Special Thanks

Thanks to the hard workers who prepared the delicious food for dinner after the recent Mass in honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus on October 21. It commemorated the establishment of that feast by St. John Eudes in 1672.

Movie Viewing on Creation Care

All parishioners are invited to attend a showing of the movie “The Letter,” in our church on Monday, November 11 at 6:30 pm. The movie was produced by the Vatican Dicastery for Integral Human Development. It is a documentary that tells the story of the encyclical Laudato si, which was written by Pope Francis in which he outlined Catholic teaching as it relates to care for the Earth, “our common home.”

Representatives from the diocesan office for Creation Care will be present to lead discussion. This evening is a springboard for future planning on how St. Patrick Parish may implement the encyclical and develop a plan for the care of creation on a local and personal level.

Pedal Exercitium

This unique piece uses only the pedals until the very end. It is attributed to Johann Sebastian BACH, but some musicologists think it was written by his son. Its title, Pedal Exercitium, BWV 598, describes what it is: an exercise in using the pedals of the pipe organ. This performance was made by Anne-Isabelle de Parcevaux, recorded during the rehearsal of a concert on April 28, 2024 at Saint Martin Church, Dudelange (Luxembourg).

Annual Catholic Appeal (ACA)



As we approach the end of the year, it’s time to look at our parish progress toward our goal for ACA. We had a challenging goal this year of $101,250. Thanks to the generosity of many parishioners, we have achieved 92% of that goal. As of October 24, we only need $8,353.62 to reach our goal.

If you have not made your donation to ACA this year, or if you would like to increase your donation, you can go online at https://sdcatholic.org/annual-catholic-appeal/ or just call our parish office and we can help you.



Thank you for your generosity.

Parish Ministry Fair

On Sunday, November 17, we will offer a parish ministry fair in the parking lot adjacent to the church. Representatives from various parish organizations and ministries will be on hand to share a bit about what they do and how you might become involved. More information to follow.

Friday "Coffee with St. John Eudes" 

The next Coffee with St. John Eudes will be held at St. Patrick Parish on Friday, November 8 at 9:00 am in the library next to the parish office. Fr. Ron Bagley, CJM will share about “The Big Eudist Family.” He will talk about those who make up this worldwide family with an emphasis on how laypeople are invited to share in the mission and life of the Eudist Fathers.

If you’re interested in joining "Coffee with St. John Eudes" or questions, email Fr. Azam Mansha, CJM

azamvianney@eudistsusa.org

Helping La Posada



The Knights of Columbus are holding a clothing drive for La Posada which begins on Saturday, November 3. There are containers out on the patio for the collection of items for La Posada men's shelter.  The items most needed are underwear, deodorant, and body wash.  All items are welcome.  

Online Giving Reminder

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Catholic Trivia

"Catholic Trivia”... not because they are trivial but because these might be things that not everyone knows. Test your knowledge by reading the five questions, remember your answers (or jot them down), then click the link below to find the answers.

1. What is the book that summarizes all the basic teachings of Catholicism and serves as the basis for writing textbooks for religion class?
2. What is the book that contains the readings from the Bible that are assigned for every Mass
3. What is the name of the book that the priest uses at the altar for all the prayers he leads during the Mass?
4. How many approved Eucharistic Prayers are there (that the priest can pray at Mass)?
5. How many books are there in a Catholic edition of the Bible?

Feel free to email Fr. Ron with ideas for future Catholic Trivia questions rmbagley@yahoo.com

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