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St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Edmond has an opening for a full-time administrative assistant/receptionist (Monday - Friday 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.). This position is responsible for answering/screening all incoming calls, greeting visitors, recording sacraments, developing ministry schedules, updating parishioner database and other office support functions. The ideal candidate will have prior parish office experience and be knowledgeable of Parish Data System (PDS) software, Microsoft products (especially Access and Excel) and be organized, efficient, flexible and friendly. Interested candidates should submit their resume to Amy Dennis at adennis@stjohn-catholic.org.

Hace poco más de 20 años, mientras era párroco en Wichita, una pareja vino a mí porque su matrimonio se estaba desmoronando.

A little more than 20 years ago, while I was a pastor in Wichita, a couple came to me because their marriage was falling apart.

El estudio de la Biblia es un camino seguro hacia el discipulado dedicado y la santidad. El amor por la Palabra de Dios es un amor y el hambre intensa colocada en nuestros corazones por Dios. El secreto de este camino seguro es nunca separar la Palabra de Dios de la Iglesia a la que ha sido confiada y de la Liturgia donde se celebra y proclama.

Catholic schools have been making a difference in the lives of families in Oklahoma for more than 100 years. Nineteen elementary schools and three high schools form a system of 22 communities of Catholic learning, educating 5,000 students a year.

With a powerhouse lineup of dynamic speakers, the 23rd Oklahoma Catholic men’s conference, "In The Father's Footsteps," challenged attendees to deepen their faith.

Each year, the Catholic men's conference provides an opportunity to hear from dynamic Catholic speakers who urge men to become more faithful and loving with their Catholicism as well as with their family. It also is a chance for men to enjoy the fellowship with like-minded Catholics.

LAWTON – Out of 24 middle school teams, Team Dragon Warriors from Saint Mary Catholic School and Team Rangers from Roland Public Schools were named 2018-2019 tournament champions at the Oklahoma State Robotics Championship Tournament held at Northeastern State University in Tahlequah. The win secured the team a spot at the 2019 VEX Robotics World Championships in Louisville.

Every summer since 2000, students from the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City have gathered at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Youth Camp for a week of camaraderie, fellowship and prayer. Nestled among the trees in an idyllic setting, the camp is located between Luther and Wellston, about 45 minutes from Oklahoma City.

William King knew he wanted to be a priest since he was 4 years old.

One of the realities I witness in mission dioceses is an agility in responding to the needs of communities as they develop and change.

Bible study is a sure path toward discipleship and holiness. Love for the Word of God is a love, and intense hunger placed in our hearts by God. The secret to this sure path is to never separate the word from the Church to which it has been entrusted and from the liturgy where it is celebrated and proclaimed.

St. James, OKC, will have bingo on March 28. $10 all games. Entry for 50” TV to be given away in October. Food at 5:45 p.m. Bingo 6:30 p.m. Proceeds for charitable services.

Enjoy family, food and fun 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. April 6 at the Gospel of Life Disciples, St. John Paul II Dwelling, 4113 S. Eastern Avenue, Moore, OK 73160. All ages welcome. Experience the Joy of Lenten Conversion and the joy of the Gospel. Contact Sr. Maria of the Trinity, (405) 778-1107, srmaria@gospeloflifedisciples.org, gospeloflifedisciples.org.

From 6:30 p.m. April 12 to Noon April 14 experience Benedictine life at St. Joseph Monastery. For single Catholic women ages 18-35 who are open to God’s call to religious life. Spend time in prayer, reflection and conversation with the sisters and listen to God’s Word through Lectio Divina and liturgy. No cost. Register at stjomonastery@gmail.com or call Sr. Marie Therese at (918) 289-9251.

St. John Nepomuk presents “The Catholic Truth” about angels, demons, ghosts, exorcisms and hauntings with Dave VanVickle, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. April 14. VanVickle has spent years assisting priests with their ministries of exorcism and deliverance. He provides a well-balanced and highly engaging presentation for Catholics and non-Catholics.

Save the Date: The Abbot’s Table will be on May 17. A limited number of tickets will go on sale soon.

The Oklahoma Knights of Columbus state golf tournament is May 18 at Sapulpa Municipal Golf Course, U.S. Hwy 66 W. Shotgun start 8 a.m.; four-person scramble format; silent auction; door prices. Open to all golfers. $75 pp. Make checks payable to Sacred Heart KOC Council #9333 and mail entries to Dennis Cavenah, 9106 Eisenhower St., Sapulpa 74066; cavenah@gmail.com. Contact Dennis Cavenah at (918) 906-1710.

St. Mary Catholic School in Guthrie is accepting applications for teachers for the 2019-2020 school year. Bachelor’s degree in education with state teaching certification in the desired teaching area a must. Send resume, cover letter and copy of teaching certificate to Jacque Cook, principal, at principal@stmarysguthrie.com. Download teacher application packet at archokc.org/careers. No phone calls please.

WASHINGTON (CNS) -- Four Catholic Relief Service staff members on their way to a training session in Nairobi, Kenya, were among the passengers aboard an Ethiopian Airlines flight that crashed moments after takeoff in the east African nation.