Photographer(s) Needed!
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Did you ever wonder where all the great photos we send out come from? We have a parishioner who has helped us in the past. We are looking for a photographer (or two) to help us take pictures of major feasts, activities, retreats, etc. If we find two people, that would be great. They can share the responsibilities.
If you have a good eye and enjoy taking photos, please contact Cyndee at the parish office (580-536-6351) to let us know you're interested. If you know someone else who might be willing to help, please share this message with them.
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Reporting Abuse/Pastoral Abuse Hotline
Reporting Abuse/ Pastoral Abuse Hotline
The Archdiocese of Oklahoma City through its
programs, organizations and events, has numerous daily
contacts with many children and young people. It is,
therefore important that all Archdiocesan Personnel,
clergy, seminarians, religious, employees and
volunteers, protect the rights of children and be alert to
the possibility for child abuse.
Under Oklahoma State law, all individuals MUST
report an incident or suspicion of sexual abuse of a
minor (person under 18 years of age) to the civil
authorities. The Oklahoma Department of Human
Services has established a statewide abuse reporting
hotline for reporting: 1-800-522-3511. This
number is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If
you feel a child is in immediate danger of harm call
911.
For the safety of children and the healing of victims, the
Archdiocese of Oklahoma City provides an Abuse of
Minors Pastoral Response Hotline for reporting the
abuse of a minor (in the past or present) by a member of
the clergy or other church personnel:
1-405-720-9878. The Archdiocesan Victims
Assistance Coordinator, a licensed professional counselor,
will respond to calls to the Archdiocesan Pastoral Response
Hotline.
A report to the Archdiocese does not relieve the
individual of the duty to report child abuse to
civil authorities as required by Oklahoma State
Law. In Oklahoma, failure to report child abuse
is a misdemeanor punishable by law.
Holy Day August 15th - Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
August 15th is a Holy Day of Obligation - the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. We will have two Masses for the feast day:
- Wednesday, August 14th at 6:30pm, Vigil Mass (Bilingual) - Please note there is no noon Mass on August 14th.
- Thursday, August 15th at Noon
We will see you at Mass! Have a blessed day.
SCAM ALERT 8/9/2024
Scam Alert
BEWARE, parishioners in the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, scammers are stealing the identities of people you trust – including SROs (School Resource Officers), teachers, even clergy members – and asking for money over the phone. Never pay anyone soliciting money over the phone and report the correspondence to your parish and the authorities immediately.
Please share this message.
Thank you,
The Office of Communications
Archdiocese of Oklahoma City
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Join the Choir!
The new Choir Season begins in September. We rehearse on Thursdays from 6:30-8:00pm in the Church. The Choir sings at Noon Masses on Sundays and for all major feast days. High school students and adults are welcome! We need lots of volunteers! If you know someone who sings, invite them to consider it.
Please contact Cyndee at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you would like to learn more.
Divine Liturgy 8/11/24
Byzantine Catholics of Oklahoma City invite you to Divine Liturgy on Sunday, August 11th, at 5:30pm. Everyone is welcome!
Junior Catholic Daughters Ice Cream Social
All Catholic girls 11-18 years old are invited to an Ice Cream Social on 8/25/24 from 2:00-4:00 pm at Kirk Hall, Holy Family Catholic Church. We will eat ice cream and discuss the Junior Catholic Daughters of the Americas (JCDA). The JCDA offers Catholic girls the opportunity to grow spiritually, develop leadership skills, and provide service. Major benefits of being a Junior Catholic Daughter include forming strong friendships and the deepening of their
shared Catholic faith.
The JCDA motto is "Be Useful and love God, serve others, and live nobly.”
No Divine Liturgy July 14th
There will be no Divine Liturgy this Sunday, July 14th.
Totus Tuus (Totally Yours) Catholic Mission Summer Catechetical Program for Youth Grades 1-12
The Totus Tuus ("Totally Yours") Lawton-Fort Sill Catholic Mission Summer Catechetical Program for youth, grades 1-12, will be July 14-19 at Blessed Sacrament.
Safe Environment certified Volunteers from Holy Family are needed. Please use signup links found below:
Totus Tuus Support During Confession+Mass https://lawtoncatholic.flocknote.com/signup/171392
Totus Tuus Sign-in and Dismissal Support https://lawtoncatholic.flocknote.com/signup/171109
Totus Tuus Snack and Lunch Support https://lawtoncatholic.flocknote.com/signup/167330
July 4th - Reading of Declaration of Independence and Constitution
Join us for a reading of the Declaration of Independence and The Constitution of the United States on July 4th at Noon in Kirk Hall.
Parish Pilgrimage to the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine - July 26, 2024
Our Parish Pilgrimage to the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine will be on July 26, 2024. We will caravan by car leaving Holy Family at 8:30am and celebrate Mass at 12:15pm.
We will visit the Pilgrimage Center. Lunch will be on your own at a nearby restaurant. We will then return to the Shrine for a guided tour and a visit to Tepeyac Hill. There will also be time for private prayer at Blessed Stanley's Shrine. Please call the office at (580) 536-6351 to register for the pilgrimage.
Marriage Enrichment Evening - June 12, 2024
Happy Ordination Anniversary to Fr. Phil!
Saturday, June 1st, is Fr. Phil's anniversary of ordination. Please wish him a happy anniversary and remember him in your prayers this week!
Pilgrimage to the Holy Places in New Mexico
Most people believe that Christianity first came to what is now the United States with the Protestant “Pilgrims” on the Mayflower in 1620. In reality Christianity came to the area of the United States in 1520. The early Christians of this country were Hispanic Catholics who came from old Mexico to what is now New Mexico. The first non-native peoples settled near modern day Espanola, NM and later moved to what is now the city of Santa Fe, NM. This city was named La Villa Real de la Santa Fe de San Francisco de Asis (“The Royal Town of the Holy Faith of St. Francis of Assisi).
Fr. Phil Seeton and Fr. Ray Ackerman invite you to join us on pilgrimage to this city where Catholicism was first planted and grew in the United States. Visit the holy places in the beautiful state of New Mexico. There will be opportunities to pray in ancient churches, visit shrines, shop, learn about New Mexican culture, eat amazing food and do all of this with great people!
Daily prayer will be offered in each shrine or church. Includes round trip air conditioned motor coach from Lawton, hotel accommodations at Coyote South in Santa Fe, New Mexico, daily breakfast, and admission to scheduled activities. Meals are not included.
Double occupancy - $550.00 per person (two queen beds)
Single occupancy - $900.00 per person (King bed)
Deposit - A $250.00 deposit is required at time of reservation. ($100.00 is nonrefundable).
Space is limited and reservations are accepted on a “first come, first served” basis. Final payment is due Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024
Departure and Return - The motor coach departs Holy Family Catholic Church, Lawton on October 14th, 2024 at 7 a.m. and returns to Holy Family, Lawton on Friday, October 18th at approximately 7 p.m.
Destinations
Santa Fe
~ Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis, Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary, “La Conquestidora”
~Church of San Miguel, built in 1610, oldest church in the US In continuous use ~Loretto Chapel, legend says that the staircase was built by St. Joseph
~The Plaza, shopping, museums, cultural sites and restaurants
~Canyon Road, art galleries and shopping
Albuquerque
~ Old Town, Church of San Felipe Neri (1706), shopping, museums & restaurants
Chimayo
~ Sanctuario de Chimayo, built in 1816, site of cures and miracles
At each destination there will be prayer and a short presentation about the significance of the site and then everyone is free for the rest of the day to explore the sites. For more information or reservations call, text, or email Billy Gonsler at (810) 853-7103 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Divine Liturgy May 12, 2024
Byzantine Catholics of Oklahoma City invite you to Divine Worship this Sunday, May 12th at 5:30pm.
