Author: Dawn Leach

Once again, WINGS (previously the Women’s Guild) will be making Easter Giving Baskets for local charities: Once again, WINGS (previously the Women’s Guild) will be making Easter Giving Baskets for local charities: Gift of Grace, Hope Atlanta, The Place, Nicholas House and Cheryl’s Lunches of Love. Father Roy Lee will distribute to the homeless. Last year we donated 728 baskets to these charities!  We would like to do the same this year! 

Support the cause by donating the following new items:

Easter buckets
Easter basket grass
Chocolate bunnies (preferably 3 ounce-5 ounce)
Small/medium stuffed animals
Religious books
Religious coloring/activity books
Crayons (preferably 16 or 24 count)
Bags of individually wrapped candy

Item reminder crosses and examples of the needed items are available in baskets on the table in the narthex (just outside the doors to the Parish Life Center). A donation bin will be placed next to it for collected items.

Please return all donations by Friday, March 20. Thank you for your generous support!

Saved to Serve: A Journey of Surrender and Hope

Maria Fundora, owner of Casa Nuova and founder of Purple Pansies, will share her powerful story of faith, suffering, surrender, and hope — and how God continues to work through her life in mission and love. As we journey through Lent, may her witness inspire us to trust more deeply, surrender more fully, and serve more generously.

Maria lives her life rooted in deep faith and trust in the Lord. After a near-death experience in 2019 that profoundly transformed her relationship with God, Maria now sees her work as a mission of service. Grateful for the gift of life, she strives each day to live her Catholic faith through generosity, compassion, and unwavering trust in God’s plan.

MONDAY | MARCH 2 | 7:00 PM
 

Join us every Monday during Lent for a Rosary Walk at 6:00 PM. Dates include February 23; March 2, 9, 16 (prior to the Penance Service), 23, and 30. Information about the starting location and route will be shared soon. This is a beautiful opportunity to grow in prayer and deepen our devotion to our Blessed Mother. For more information, please contact Katie Valenty in the Parish Faith Formation Office.
 

St. Benedict will be having a Lenten Penance Service on Monday, March 16 at 7:00 pm. We will have multiple priests available to hear confessions. This is a great opportunity to receive the sacrament and prepare your heart for Easter. All are welcome.

If you are unable to attend the service, there are other opportunities available at nearby parishes.

Support of Teen Missionaries: Box City Fundraiser

On the weekend of February 21st-22nd, our Teen Missionaries preparing for the July 2026 Mission to Guatemala will take part in a “Box City” homeless simulation to raise funds for Porch de Salomon. This incredible organization builds homes for families in need in Guatemala, and our teens are eager to support their mission. Your generosity will make a lasting impact  – help us bring hope and shelter to those in need!

Cash and check donations will be accepted at all Masses the weekend of February 21 & 22.

 

Stations of the Cross

LIVE AND IN PERSON
Stations of the Cross will take place inside the main church each Friday during Lent at 5:00 PM.
 

PRE-RECORDED VIDEO VERSION
Recorded at Saint Benedict, this is available for you during Lent. Watch and pray along from home on your own schedule.

PRE-RECORDED AUDIO VERSION
We have posted an audio only version of the Stations of the Cross for use either inside the church or at the outdoor stations, on your own schedule. Please be mindful of others by wearing ear buds to listen.

St. Benedict Knights of Columbus Fish Frys

Join us for our Lenten Fish Fry every Friday from 5:30 to 7:30 pm in the Parish Life Center (PLC), starting February 20 and concluding March 27, following Stations of the Cross. You can enjoy fried or baked fish, or a slice of cheese pizza, alongside options like French fries or homemade macaroni & cheese. Accompaniments include hush puppies, Italian green beans, coleslaw, or applesauce, with iced tea or lemonade, and cookies. Chowder and specialty desserts are also available for an additional purchase. Whether you dine in or take out, experience great ambiance with live music entertainment!

Tickets Sold at the Door
$12 Adults/$6 Children Under 10
$34 Maximum per Immediate Family

LIVE MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
February 20
The Jazz Standard Band (David Oshinski)

February 27
Cadillac Tattoo (Johnny Z)

March 6
Ken Leffingwell, John Farr and Band

March 13
John Petz

March 20
Full Circle (Rich Mistretta)

March 27
The Jordan B Band

 

Join us for an engaging and reflective exploration of Theology of the Body, a rich teaching of St. John Paul II that speaks powerfully to the deepest questions of the human heart. This evening invites adults to step back into the Garden of Eden, contemplating man in his original state—created in love, living in communion with God, and experiencing the freedom and innocence God intended from the beginning. Our presenter, Joey Martinek, is the Director of Respect Life Ministry of the Archdiocese of Atlanta.

Note: This event is for adults. Content is for ages 18+

Saturday | March 7
7:00 PM
Parish Life Center

Space is limited, please RSVP for this FREE event. Refreshments will be provided.

Serving more than one million Catholics, the mission of the Archdiocese of Atlanta is to proclaim the Gospel of the Lord and grow all of north and central Georgia in faith, hope, love, and service to others. Our theme for the appeal this year is “We are One Body in Christ-Called to Serve.” Your gift and participation in the 2026 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal helps make it possible by supporting the ministerial, outreach, education, formation, and discipleship work of the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Please give prayerful consideration to your level of support to help fund the essential ministries and services supported by the Appeal. The weekend of February 7-8, everyone who has not yet made a gift to the appeal will have the opportunity during our in-pew process.

St. Benedict Catholic Church will soon be participating in our 28th Atlanta Habitat for Humanity build!  Signup is ready online for the February dates that we are guaranteed to have 8 spots for the first 3 dates.   Jasmine and her daughters Zion(6yrs) and Zylo(1yr) are excited to become homeowners.   When we partner with Atlanta Habitat, we join them as a catalyst for neighborhood revitalization by building quality, affordable homes. We are creating opportunities for working homebuyer families to thrive and to achieve many other dreams. Please considering joining us by volunteering on one of our Lenten build days below.  We will have wooden studs in the Narthex again this year for you to offer blessings and well wishes to Jasmin, Zion and Zylo.

Register here: https://vhub.at/stbenedict

There are other ways you can help as well:

• We are responsible for providing lunch for 40+ volunteers one Saturday work date. If anyone is interested in making/donating a breakfast snack, Muffins, Doughnuts, hand helds, fruit, etc. please contact Glen LaFlamme. to coordinate and discuss in detail.
• Finally, check out the bulletin and announcements for other Parish opportunities still being worked out!

Build Dates and Times
Build Day 1: Saturday, February 7 (conducted in the Habitat warehouse and on site)
Build Day 2: Saturday, February 21
Build Day 3: Saturday, February 28
Build Day 4: Saturday, March 7
Build Day 5: Saturday, March 14
Build Day 6: Saturday, March 21
Build Day 7: Saturday, March 28 (Build and Dedication 7:30am to 12:00pm)
 
*Build days are from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Please commit to helping for the full build day. It’s important to arrive on time.
 
Build Location
All Day 1 volunteers meet at the Atlanta Habitat warehouse, located at 824 Memorial Drive SE, Atlanta, GA 30316.  We will be building walls then moving to the site to build the deck and raise the walls.
 
All other build days begin at the construction site, located at 415 New Jersey Ave NW, Atlanta GA 30314

Register for the Build
You must register for the build through Atlanta Habitat’s site below in order to participate. You must register at least one week in advance to be assigned for the following build date.  We have limited spots for volunteering this year as we are sharing this Lenten build with more of the religious community than in past years, due to scheduling for the National Cater Project being constructed here in Atlanta starting in April.  More will be placed on the waitlist so be sure to sign up as St Benedict is often called on to fill spots.
 
Register here:  https://vhub.at/stbenedict
 
Would you like to bring guests? Feel free to invite family and friends to participate on the build as well! Each person must register online individually. The minimum volunteer age is 16-years-old.
 
Other Information About the Build

• Water, snacks, and lunch will be provided, as well as all necessary tools and supplies. If you’d like to bring your own tools, feel free to do so. If you have your own gloves that fit and work well we suggest you bring them. No personal power tools will be allowed.
• Volunteers of all skill levels and experience are encouraged to attend! Atlanta Habitat has highly trained leaders on site to help teach you the skills you need.  I will be one of your Skilled Supervisors every build day
• Atlanta Habitat builds rain, snow or shine!  Please make sure to dress accordingly for the build day.  Wear comfortable clothing in layers, that you don’t mind getting dirty. Please remember to hydrate well several days before the build.
• Do you have more questions? See the attached Volunteer Info Packet, which includes helpful information for how to prepare for the build day, as well as a breakdown of the build tasks you can expect on each date.  There are only 7.