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From Hosanna to the Cross
03-29-2026 | Fr. Emmanuel Ogla, VCDear Friends in Christ,
Palm Sunday begins with a beautiful celebration of the crowds waving palms, voices raising in joy, chanting “Hosanna!” and Jesus being welcomed like a king. But suddenly, the same voices fade gradually as we begin the Passion narrative. These voices begin to chant “crucify him.” Such a sad betrayal that led Jesus to His suffering and death on the cross. This is not accidental. The Church wants us to face a hard truth: the distance between “Hosanna” and “Crucify Him” is not as far as we think. I would like us to meditate on five major points and listen to the words of the saints on the Passion of our Lord.
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Divine Mercy Sunday
The Sunday after Easter is Divine Mercy Sunday. Jesus told St. Faustina that this feast of mercy would be a very special day when “all the divine floodgates through which graces flow are opened” (Diary 699).
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End of Year Tax Statements
The parish is so grateful for your contributions. During the last week of January, we will be sending out the End-of-Year Contribution Statements for any one-time gift received over $250.
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We need your help!
Thank you so much for your generosity to the SVdP onsite pantry. This week we are in need of a few items to help restock the shelves:
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Holy Week & Easter Schedule
Palm Sunday, Mar 29 - Easter Sunday, Apr 5
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Blessing of the Easter Foods
On Sat, Apr 4 at 12:00pm St. Benedict families will bring a collection of special foods that their family and friends will feast on Easter Sunday, lovingly assembled in a large wicker basket, brought to the church for the traditional Blessing of the Easter Foods.
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Choir News
The Teen and Young Adult Choir now has a new rehearsal time. Rehearsals are held on Sundays at 3:00pm in the Choir Loft. New members are always welcome—sign up today and bring a friend!
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Easter Egg “Shopping” Event – Free Family Fun!
Join us on Easter Sunday after the 9:00am Mass in the SJB MPR for a fun Easter Egg “Shopping” event—no RSVP required!
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Life Teen Youth Ministry – New Schedule
Life Teen at Saint Benedict’s is switching things up! Youth Ministry will now meet on Sundays from 6:00–8:00pm.
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Worldwide Marriage Encounter – Tucson
Strengthen your marriage by learning to truly listen to your spouse at the upcoming Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience, the weekend of May 30/31 in Tucson.
St. Benedict, Where All are Welcome
St. Benedict Catholic Church is a welcoming and vibrant family of believers located in the Phoenix community of Ahwatukee in Arizona. We are a Catholic faith community that recognizes the face of Christ in all and we respond with our lives. Our growing community is made up of members from all walks of life and we value our diversity. Our motto, “Where All Are Welcome,” stems from the belief that every person is a treasured child of God. Whether you’re new to the neighborhood or searching for a new place of worship, we hope you’ll find a home in St. Benedict Catholic Church.