Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time
November 8, 2026
Weekly Bulletin
Weekend Masses
Readings "Year A"
Wisdom 6:12-16 • Psalm 63 • 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 • Matthew 25:1-13
Welcome Bishop Paul Duggimpudi
The Community of St. Francis of Assisi feels blessed to welcome Bishop Paul this weekend.
Bishop Paul was born on January 8, 1965. He was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Warangal on April 2, 1992. Throughout his priestly ministry, he served in various pastoral, educational, social-service, and administrative positions.
On May 9, 2026, Pope Leo XIV appointed him the fourth Bishop of the Diocese of Warangal. He received his episcopal ordination and was solemnly installed as Bishop on July 3, 2026. He is a baby Bishop of five months! As bishop, he leads the spiritual and pastoral mission of the diocese, including its evangelization, educational, social-service, and medical ministries.
Come and listen as Bishop Paul shares his missionary work in promoting health care through medical mission. Your prayers and generosity make a big difference in the lives of many people. A second collection will be taken for the medical mission of Warangal Diocese on the weekend of November 21 & 22. Your prayers and generosity make a big difference in the lives of many people.
Bishop Paul was born on January 8, 1965. He was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Warangal on April 2, 1992. Throughout his priestly ministry, he served in various pastoral, educational, social-service, and administrative positions.
On May 9, 2026, Pope Leo XIV appointed him the fourth Bishop of the Diocese of Warangal. He received his episcopal ordination and was solemnly installed as Bishop on July 3, 2026. He is a baby Bishop of five months! As bishop, he leads the spiritual and pastoral mission of the diocese, including its evangelization, educational, social-service, and medical ministries.
Come and listen as Bishop Paul shares his missionary work in promoting health care through medical mission. Your prayers and generosity make a big difference in the lives of many people. A second collection will be taken for the medical mission of Warangal Diocese on the weekend of November 21 & 22. Your prayers and generosity make a big difference in the lives of many people.
Christ in Christmas
St. Francis has adopted families from MadCAAP
to help make their Christmas truly blessed! Please stop by the gathering area during the weekend of November 13-14 to select a family to support.
Join us for our Parish Mission featuring Fr. Leo Patalinghug from Plating Grace, November 14 – 16, 2026
In honor of the special Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi, Plating Grace host
Fr. Leo Patalinghug will lead our parish mission on November 14 – 16, 2026. Fr. Leo will celebrate all weekend masses inspiring us with three days of interactive, spirited presentations to help us savor our faith and nourish our souls.
In honor of the special Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi, Plating Grace host
Fr. Leo Patalinghug will lead our parish mission on November 14 – 16, 2026. Fr. Leo will celebrate all weekend masses inspiring us with three days of interactive, spirited presentations to help us savor our faith and nourish our souls.
Register for the free Parish Mission and buy tickets for the Feed My Faith cooking event through the St. Francis website.
UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. FRANCIS
Sunday, November 8
9:00 am PreK-4-6th grade Sunday School classes.
9:00 am Bible Buddies in the FLC lounge.
9:00 am Coffee & Creed in St. Clare Hall.
6:00 pm 7th-12th graders Life Teen meet in the FLC.
Wednesday, November 11
10:00 am M&M Faith Session in St. Clare Hall.
6:00 pm WOW! Begins this week at 5:45 pm at Natchez Trace Cemetery.
6:30 pm OCIA session in St. Clare Hall.
Friday, November 13
6:30 am TMIY
The Millions of Monicas prayer group will meet Tuesday, November 10, at 6:00 pm in the St. Catherine's Village Chapel.
“How Did You Spend the Holidays Last Year?
“….Getting Through The Holidays When You have Lost a Loved One”
St. Richard BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP MEETS
Thursday, November 12, at 6:00 p.m. – St. Richard Mercy Room
If you know someone who is bereaved, please invite and bring them. It is open to all. If you have questions or just need to talk to someone, call Suzie Cranston 601-573-3347 or Nancy McGhee 601-942-2078 or ncmcghee@bellsouth.net.
Holiday Spiral Sliced Hams and Turkeys
Holiday time is fast approaching! Let the KC'S make it easier for you. This year we have our Smithfield Hams at $45 ea and Cajun Smoked Turkey Breast at $40 ea. Ready to heat & eat. These make great gifts for family, friends, colleagues & customers. Hams average 7-10 lbs and turkey breast 3-5 lbs. Orders taken through Tuesday, November 17 and can be pick up November 20 & 21st. To order fill out a form and mail to church attn: KC'S or email or text Tunney Vandevender at tunneyv1@icloud.com or 601-622-4145.
November 1 Offertory
Collection Basket: $29,787.50
Children's Offering $ 40.00
ParishSOFT app (online): $ 7,867.51
Total: $37,695.01
Remember our Church when you are away. Sign up for a monthly bank draft by calling Sallie Ann at the Parish office at 601-856-5556. Your contributions may also be mailed to the parish office, or you can give online on the St. Francis website GIVE.
Collection Date: All Month of November, Capital Campaign.
November 14 & 15: St. Anthony Tuition Assistance.
November 21 & 22: Diocese of Warangal India.
Please make checks payable to St. Francis of Assisi.
We appreciate all donations you give to support the various ministries we have at
St. Francis and the Diocese of Jackson. If you have questions about making a donation, please call us at 601-856-5556.
St. Francis and the Diocese of Jackson. If you have questions about making a donation, please call us at 601-856-5556.
We make these sacrifices because of the One who made the ultimate and most perfect sacrifice for us. All praise and glory be to the Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Theology on Tap is back for Fall 2026!
Join us on Tuesday, December 1 for trivia on tap. Bring your questions and enjoy an open, honest, and engaging conversation. Whether you're curious about faith, the Church, or life in general, this is your chance to ask what you've always wanted to know. Come connect with other young adults ages 21-35 for a night of great conversation, fellowship, and adult beverages.
When: December 1
Time: 7:00-8:30 PM
Where: Blaylock Photography
117 N. Wheatley St., Ridgeland, MS
We look forward to seeing you there!
Peace,
Amelia Rizor
Diocesan Coordinator Young Adult Ministry
Mass Schedule:
Saturday: 5 PM
Sunday: 8 AM, 10:30 AM, 5 PM (Youth Mass)
Monday - Friday: 7 AM
RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION) - Saturday: 4 PM or upon request.
Live Stream Masses:
10:30 AM - Sunday
7:00 AM Monday - Friday