Our New Parish Mass Schedule begins on the First Sunday of Advent, November 28 & 29:
Saturday Afternoon Mass (for Sunday) moves to 4 PM (no 5:30 PM Mass)
Sunday Masses: 7:15 AM (“quiet Mass”),* 8:45 AM, 10:45 AM, 5:30 PM
We are adding Sunday, 8 PM Mass (also a “quiet Mass”)*
*No hymns are sung and nothing chanted during "quiet" Masses.
Join us Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 26 at one of our regularly scheduled Masses (6:30 AM or 8 AM). Our Parish Office will be closed Nov. 26 & 27 that week. Also, there is no Adoration from Thursday, Nov. 26 through Saturday, Nov. 28.
Proud of our nation, they answered her call - defending the freedom and safety of all. On land or on sea, or in jets high above, they went out of duty and honor and love. But however they served, Lord, wherever they went, Please bless them and help them to know what it meant! And help us to thank them on Veterans Day - for we owe them far more than we ever could say.
St. Brendan Knights of Columbus Council 11208 invite parish men (age 18+) to become a Knight. Join us to help those in need, serve our parish, grow in faith, build community and more! Join online in just 5 minutes at www.kofc.org/joinus and your initial annual dues are waived when signing up online with Agent Referral Code: GANDERSON. Look for our KofC members after all Masses over by the Welcome Desk this weekend, Nov. 14/15, to answer any questions and help you to join, or email Membership Director, Dean Pfirrman at pfirrman56@gmail.com
Holy Land Carvings’ mission is to support the Christian families in Bethlehem by sharing their beautiful handcrafted olive wood religious articles with the world, enabling them to support their families and preserve their rich cultural heritage. Choose from beautiful carvings, such as Nativity Scenes, Crucifixes, Rosaries, Statues, Pictures of the Last Supper and many other religious items to purchase, November 14 & 15 after all Masses in the Davidson Rooms. Find more details at www.holylandcarvings.com (Note: There is no Coffee & Donuts this Sunday, Nov.15.)
Women are invited to a time of reflection on Thursday evenings in Davidson Room A, 7-8:30 PM on: November 19, December 3, 10 and 17. We will discuss the "Way of the Star" Advent journal and listen to music by the Vigil Project. Bring your Advent decorations to share with the group. Cost is $10. Register and pay HERE. Email Wendy at wferkany@stbrendans.net with questions.
Bring your Advent Wreaths, Candles & Nativity Scenes in a box or bag with your name clearly labeled and place them, before Mass begins, on the stairs in front of the Altar to be blessed during all Masses, Nov. 21/22.
Mothers with young children meet monthly in the Childcare Center for: Playgroup – 1st Tuesdays, 9:30 AM; The Upper Room – 3rd Tuesdays, 9:30 AM
Take our survey “Growing Together in Faith & Fellowship: We want to hear from you! ...whether new or have been involved with Elizabeth Ministry in the past. Take 3–5 minutes to fill out our survey to help shape our ministry's future HERE. Questions? Email Regina at thelonggrears@gmail.com
Please pray for our VINE highschoolers on November 13-15 as they participate in their Fall Retreat. (There is no VINE this Sunday evening due to the retreat.) Please mark your calendars for November 29 when the VINE will hold a pancake breakfast to raise funds for their annual mission trip to Cranks Creek in Harlan, KY in December. You can make a donation now HERE. Questions? Email Kara Shand at kshand@stbrendans.net. Find other important links for the VINE here: Food Donation Online Giving • Vine Fall Retreat Registration • Cranks Creek Mission Trip Registration • SEEK Conference Registration • Youtube Channel • Instagram @stbvine
Women’s Advent by Candlelight, Nov. 30
Our Pastor, Fr. Mike is the guest speaker this year! Sign up as a table hostess and provide linens, Advent decor and place settings for your table, or as a guest and be welcomed at one of the tables on Nov. 30. Doors open at 6 PM and the program begins at 6:30 PM. Cost is $30/person for a catered dinner served in the School Gym. Find details/register at HERE and for questions, email Sarah at slsbd04@gmail.com
Join Seven Sisters to Pray for Our Deacons
Seven Sisters Apostolate ensures that a Holy Hour is prayed daily, M-F, for the intention of a specific deacon, priest or bishop for his deeper conformity to Christ." We are looking for 21 women to pray for our parish deacons – ideally in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament in an Adoration Chapel or in front of a Tabernacle. Email Wendy at wferkany@stbrendans.net to join.
Volunteer Registration is Coming Soon!
About 100 St. Brendan women volunteers will be needed Feb. 20, 2027, as St. Brendan is again a host parish for the Columbus Catholic Women's Conference. Save the date! Training is Feb. 6, 2027. If you plan to volunteer, DO NOT sign up for the conference until the volunteer sign-up link is available (coming soon) so you can receive a discount!
VINE November News
Please see the attachment below for the VINE November Newsletter for highschoolers. Questions? Email Kara at kshand@stbrendans.net. Find important links for the VINE below:
Melchizedek Project Begins Sept. 28
The Melchizedek Project helps young men to discern priesthood. The first meeting at St. Brendan will be this Monday, September. 28, 6-7:30 PM in the School Library (dinner provided). Contact Fr. Severance at frseverance@stbrendans.net to let him know you plan to attend. Future meetings are: Oct. 19, Nov. 30, Jan. 25, Feb. 22, March 15, April 26
Join us for a four-part series exploring the medical, safety, emotional and community-resource aspects of Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Whether you're a caregiver, family, friend, or simply interested in learning more, all are welcome to this informative free series. Meet in the School Library at 5:30-7 PM on 3rd Thursdays monthly, August-November. Questions? Email Nell at doconnell@stbrendans.net and sign up HERE
Meet in the St. Brendan parking lot on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 5:30 AM for Fit Shepherds, a new men's ministry at our parish. "Fit Shepherds" are formed through demanding workouts, fraternity and discipleship. Our aim is to have every man in our parish be in the best physical and spiritual shape of their lives. Sign up or, for questions, email Nick Hasou at njhasou@gmail.com or call 713-829-5564.
Thank you to all who have already responded with generosity and faith to the 2026 Annual Appeal, Rooted in Christ, Growing in Mission! Through your gift, you are helping sustain the four pillars of our mission as a Diocesan family through faith: evangelization, vocations, education and faith formation, and social outreach. By God’s grace, our Diocese continues to grow and flourish—with increasing vocations, vibrant parishes, and strong Catholic schools across our 23-county area. Our parish goal is $$335,583 (established by the Diocese) which we have already met, and $185,000 to fund 80 more parking spots and lighting for our campus, for a total goal of $520,538. We need your support! Learn more about The Appeal through the insert in this weekend's bulletin.You may use the Appeal envelope you received in the mail or one available in the pews or, make a secure gift or pledge online HERE. Let us come together in support of Father Mike and the mission of our Diocese. Thank you for your prayerful consideration and generosity.
ESTO VIR (BE A MAN) EVENTS THIS FALL – No RSVP required for our men’s events or scripture studies. Questions? Email Grant Rice at ricekris8813@att.net
Tell your tales of triumph and acknowledge the achievements of your community! Introducing our new portal for collecting your stories for inclusion in our bulletin, newsletter, and social media: stbstories.net It’s never been easier to snap photos and share them with our media team — you can even do it during your event! Click HERE to upload your pictures, and hit submit. We look forward to celebrating the many things happening with our parish and school! We’d love to hear from our ministries, teachers, athletics, scouting organizations, service groups, and more. Bookmark the link and start telling your stories today.
Ministers are available to bring Holy Communion to those who are unable to attend Mass in person. If you or a loved one are homebound, even if it’s only for a short time due to an illness, and would like to receive the Eucharist at home, email Nell O'Connell at doconnell@stbrendans.net
Calling all those who mourn from a loss of a loved one by situation or death, to the grief/stress that accompanies situations such as a new job, a move or parenthood. Join us to lay down your burden and commune with those who have experienced grief this Sunday, Sept. 27 in Wellnitz, Room 1. This group now meets twice monthly on the 1st and 4th Sundays at 7 PM. Questions? Email Nell O'Connell at doconnell@stbrendans.net
Many Trunks are Still Needed!
