Christopher Gourdine, LTC, US Air Force - Retired
Coisetta Wright, LTC, US Army - Retired
Carol Wallace, SGT, US Army
Korky Buhr, SPEC 5, US Army
Beverly Versey, SSG, US Army - Retired
Valerie Howard, A1C, US Air Force
Roderick Moore, PO2, US Navy Seabees
Andrew Thompson, SPEC 4, US Army
Dominic Garland, SPEC 4, US Army
Lee Lotts, US Army
Marshall Brown, PVT, USMC
Chris Engelhardt, SSG, US Army
Michael Delcon, SGT, US Army (Also served in the US Navy and US Coast Guard)
Come, Lord Jesus: The Three Comings of Christ
Please Join us on Saturday, December 7, 2024, for an Advent Morning of Reflection Hosted by St. Josephine Bakhita Parish and held at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 3519 North 14th Street, St. Louis, MO 63107.
We will begin with Mass at 9:00 AM, followed by a short break for refreshments. We will then present three sessions on Christ's comings: History - Incarnation, Mystery - How he is present in our daily lives and Majesty – His triumphant return. We will end with lunch.
Amid the busyness of Advent, set aside a morning to calm your spirit, strengthen your faith, and join others in fellowship as we receive spiritual gifts and blessings in anticipation of Jesus' birth. Everyone is welcome!
This event is free however, for planning purposes, please register if you plan to attend. Please call the parish office. 314-371-1190
St. Josephine Bakhita Parish Welcomes Community to Special Mass Celebration Featuring Homilist Fr. Urey Mark and Spelman Glee Club & Bowman Scholars
St. Louis, MO – November 4, 2024 – St. Josephine Bakhita Parish is delighted to invite the entire St. Louis community to a soulful Mass celebration on Sunday, November 10, at 9 AM, in honor of National Black Catholic Month. This special Mass, held at 2431 N Grand Blvd, will feature guest preacher Fr. Mark from Atlanta and the acclaimed Spelman Glee Club and Bowman Scholars as the guest choir, bringing 45 young voices to enrich the liturgy with powerful and uplifting music. Fr. Urey Patrick Mark serves as the Chaplain and Director of the Lyke House Catholic Newman Center in Atlanta, where he leads Catholic campus ministry for Clark Atlanta University, Spelman College, Morehouse College, and Georgia State University, the largest university in Georgia.
This event reflects St. Josephine Bakhita Parish’s commitment to celebrating Black Catholic heritage and cultivating a spirit of worship, evangelization, and service within the community. All are warmly welcome to join this joyful celebration and experience the spirit and unity of the St. Josephine Bakhita community.
For media inquiries, please contact Dr. Alice Prince at [email protected]. Additional information is available at https://stbakhitastl.org.
Fr. Mitch is asking the community to communicate with our City Housing, Urban Development, and Zoning Committee, pledging your support for Board Bill 114. You do not have to live in the city to express your support. This bill will go a long way toward stabilizing our neighborhoods by removing the ban on many forms of transitional housing while still welcoming community engagement in the discernment of each proposed development. Fr. Mitch plans to attend the public hearing on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at 6:00 pm in Room 208 of City Hall. The link below contains pertinent information that may be of interest to you. Fr. Mitch would like to thank everyone for their consideration.
We are excited to honor and celebrate National Black Catholic Month! Explore resources from the National Black Catholic Congress and follow us on social media for educational content, insightful information, and inspiring stories curated by our team.
https://nbccongress.org/
St. Josephine Bakhita Parish Stands with Breast Cancer Warriors! ️
This month, we are dedicating our prayers to:
Women currently fighting breast cancer
Women who have overcome breast cancer
️ Women who have lost their lives to this battle
Let’s come together in solidarity, faith, and hope. We invite you to join us in prayer for healing, strength, and remembrance throughout this Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Click the Picture to watch the full clip on CNN for more insights and updates. Together, let’s help stop breast cancer.
Join us at Faith in Action, an event focused on prayer, reflection, and discovering ways to serve our community. With two session options—November 4 at 6:30 PM or November 18 at 10:00 AM at St. Roch Church—this event includes a Ministry Fair featuring representatives from Catholic Charities and various local organizations. All are welcome as we explore opportunities for mercy-driven service. RSVP is appreciated but not required.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Virginia Cavitte, a longtime member of St. Nicholas Parish, who passed away on October 10, 2024, in Jefferson City at the age of 94. Virginia was known for her love of God's creation, especially through her care for plants, which she nurtured with her incredible green thumb.
She leaves behind her cherished son, Homer, his wife Donna, and her beloved grandson, whom she affectionately called "Gramps." Virginia’s love for family and her dedication to her faith will be remembered by all who knew her.
Funeral arrangements will be shared as soon as they become available. Please keep her family in your prayers during this time. May her soul rest in eternal peace
There will be no 9:00 Mass tomorrow at Most Holy Trinity. Instead, we will gather to celebrate the Funeral Mass of Rick Molkenburg and his husband, Roy. Rick is the brother of parishioner Nicky Hoxworth. Rick and Roy both died within months of each other, in California. The Funeral Mass begins at 10:30 tomorrow morning, in Most Holy Trinity Church. Please pray for Nicky and all the family and friends of Rick and Roy who mourn their passing. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Join us for A Night Under the Stars and Around a Bonfire at the Most Holy Trinity Rectory Garden after the 6:00 PM All Saints Day Mass. Gather with friends and family for a cozy evening featuring a hot dog roast and s'mores. This is a perfect opportunity to enjoy fellowship under the night sky, filled with fun and conversation. We look forward to seeing you there!
Join us for our annual Church Halloween Trunk or Treat at the Sts. Teresa and Bridget Campus. The event is on October 26, 2024, from 1:30 - 5:00 PM. Call the parish office at 314-371-1190 or contact Mary Alexander at 314-629-1535 to reserve a trunk space.
The Archdiocesan Graced to be Grand Conference will explore the critical role played by grandparents and other significant elders in forming resilient, loving, faith-filled youth. Learn from experienced teachers, pastors, parents and grandparents how to meet the child in age-appropriate ways for fostering personal relationships with Jesus, while opening to God’s on-going call to your own heart.
Registration: $20 donation per person, paid at the door. Scholarships are available. Online registration is requested for lunch orders – please register here.
Mark your calendars for an enlightening event on November 19 at 6:30 PM at St. Louis Catholic Academy. This program, "Seeking Truth & Reconciliation in Communion with the Ancestors," serves as a follow-up to the Forgive Us Our Trespasses (FUOT) Maafa Prayer Service. It aims to deepen our understanding of the report Slavery in the Historic Archdiocese of St. Louis, which reveals what is currently known about people historically enslaved within the Archdiocese. Join us for a space dedicated to contemplation, discussion, and connection. For more details and to read the report, visit the QR code link on the event flyer.
Location: St. Louis Catholic Academy, 1106 N Jefferson, St. Louis, MO 63106.
The Zechariah Men's Prayer Breakfast, hosted by the Catholic Renewal Center, offers a morning of fellowship, spiritual enrichment, and inspiring talks. Join us for a delicious breakfast, prayer, and an opportunity to hear powerful testimonies of encountering Christ. The event is held at the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, and live streaming options are available. All men are welcome, and cost should not be a barrier. Reservations are required. For more information and to RSVP, visit STLRENEWAL.ORG/ZPB.
As part of the National Eucharistic Revival, we are entering the next phase of the "Year of Mission" with two key initiatives: "Invite One Back" and "Walk with One."
The "Walk with One" initiative focuses on missionary discipleship, encouraging us to deepen our own relationship with Christ before leading others to him. Through prayer, adoration, and the sacraments, we strengthen our connection to Jesus in the Eucharist.
To support your prayer journey, the Archdiocese is offering a special promotion: a one-year subscription to the "Hallow" app for just $1 (normally $64). Starting Monday, October 7, you can log onto Archstl.org to take advantage of this offer, available for three weeks.
If you experience any issues during the subscription process, please reach out to one of the following contacts for assistance:
Darlene Elston: 314-691-2571
Madonna Buhr: 314-406-4440
Pat Thurman: 314-974-6058
Dee White: 314-374-7135
Pam White: 314-496-5120
This is a great opportunity to enrich your spiritual life—don't miss out!
The October Skate Schedule is here! Get your roll on at St. Nick's Skate Rink with fun events all month long. Whether it's Family Funday, Throwback Thursday, or Mystical Monday, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out—mark your calendars and join us for great music, skating, fun, and food!
Join us for a Night of Jazz and Soul at the St. Nicholas Campus on November 9th, from 6 PM to 10 PM! Enjoy free food while it lasts, local vendors, attendance prizes, and exciting raffles. Tickets are $30, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Pink Ribbon Good, a breast cancer organization supporting our community. Tickets are on sale now through November 1st. For tickets, please see Val Gill.
[email protected]
Saint Martha’s is committed to providing a safe haven for women and children escaping domestic violence. With confidential shelters and comprehensive support services, Saint Martha’s empowers survivors to rebuild their lives. Through counseling, legal assistance, and recovery programs, survivors find the tools they need to heal and regain control. Domestic violence is an ongoing crisis, affecting 1 in 4 women in the U.S. Saint Martha’s stands as a beacon of hope for those seeking safety and a fresh start.
Learn more at Saint Martha's
St. Louis, MO – St. Josephine Bakhita Parish is thrilled to announce the launch of Bakhita's Blessings Podcast, a weekly podcast designed to inspire, inform, and strengthen the faith of listeners in a joyful and engaging way. The highly anticipated first episode will premiere on Monday, September 30, 2024, at 6 AM CST on all major podcast platforms. A video version of the podcast will also be available on YouTube, airing on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
"The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?" — Psalm 27:1
We will gather to honor Deacon Peterson at his wake on October 7, 2024, at 9:00 AM, followed by his Funeral Mass at 10:00 AM at St. Nicholas Catholic Church.
Burial will take place at Jefferson Barracks, and a repast will follow at St. Nicholas.