Archbishop Coakley stood before another packed room at the Petroleum Club, this time filling the role of speaker for the final Assembly of Catholic Professionals lunch of 2024.
All Saints Catholic School is seeking a third-grade teacher. Download the teacher application packet at archokc.org/careers. Submit cover letter and resume to Principal Lou Ann Wood at [email protected].
Mientras se acerca el Día de Acción de Gracias, muchos de nosotros recordamos la historia del primer Día de Acción de Gracias en América, cuando los peregrinos y la tribu Wampanoag se sentaron para celebrar un banquete, donde dieron gracias por todo lo que se les había dado y por lo que habían superado el año anterior.
Like so many elements of Catholic life in America, the subject of nuns and sisters in holy orders are often misunderstood by those both inside and outside the faith.
On Nov. 3, many families across Oklahoma including, our students, woke up to the blaring cries of sirens and the intruding ding of pop-up notifications on their phones telling them to seek shelter immediately.
As the school approaches Thanksgiving Break, the Irish community continues to shine, advancing in athletics, arts and academics. From musical achievement to state triumph, students are leaving their mark both in and out of the classroom.
by Owen Canfield, director of the Catholic Schools Opportunity Fund
Earlier this year, the Catholic Schools Opportunity Fund received a generous two-year pledge from an Oklahoma City business owned by a husband and wife. I had visited briefly with the couple to explain the program’s tremendous tax benefits. They consulted with their CPA and agreed it was the perfect giving tool.
In the annals of historical boorishness, it would be hard to find something more egregious than the Holy See’s timing as it renewed its 2018 agreement with the People’s Republic of China, which allows the Chinese Communist Party a significant role in the appointment of Catholic bishops.
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City is seeking a temporary disaster case manager who under general supervision, counsels and aids disaster survivors, individuals and/or families requiring one or more forms of services to aid in disaster recovery; interviews clients experiencing disaster impact to finances, employment, food, housing, physical and mental impairments, and/or similar areas; secures and evaluates applicable related information; vets and refers clients to community resources and other organizations as appropriate outside of disaster recovery needs. Send cover letter and resume to Brian Smith at [email protected].
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City is seeking a temporary disaster case management supervisor to be responsible for the achievement of recovery case management goals, provide overall case management direction, and oversight of and support to case management activities, and integration with other staff in the program. Will be responsible for necessary reporting, compliance, monitoring and evaluation of activities under direct control for state contract. This temporary grant funded position is expected to end on or before February 2026. Send cover letter and resume to Brian Smith at [email protected].
St. Monica Catholic Church in Edmond is offering a full-time position for the director of facilities. Candidates must be fully practicing Catholics in good standing and passionate about Jesus and the Catholic faith. High school diploma or GED. At least five years of relevant building maintenance experience required. Strong skills in communication, initiative and problem solving required. Experience in construction, electrical, plumbing is preferred. Previous parish-based work experience preferred. Must undergo safe environment background check. Submit resumes to Fr. Hamilton at [email protected]. For more information call (405) 359-2700.
A Men’s Evening of Recollection offered by the Prelature of Opus Dei is at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 5 in the Meerschaert House of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 1901 N.W. 18 St. in Oklahoma City. Confession is at 6:30 p.m.; meditation led by a priest at 7 p.m.; Examination of conscience at 7:50 p.m.; Talk given by a layman at 8 p.m.; benediction at 8:30 p.m.; and fellowship at 9 p.m.
A young adult winter retreat is Dec. 6-8 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Camp, 890488 S. 3290 Rd. in Wellston. Special guest is Servants of Christ Jesus. Register at archokc.org/cya-retreat.
Archbishop Coakley cordially invites everyone to Advent Lessons and Carols at 5 p.m. Dec. 8 at The Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 3214 N Lake Ave. in Oklahoma City. A reception will follow in the Connor Center. RSVP by Nov. 30 at archokc.org/lessons.