I commend the courage Gov. Stitt has shown to grant clemency in the case involving Tremane Wood. The governor’s commitment to balancing justice with mercy and maintaining an opportunity for redemption is laudable.

Administrator, Reverend Deva Undralla; Hospital Chaplain, Reverend Antony Kuriakose

As we look toward Thanksgiving and Christmas, I realize 2025 is quickly coming to an end, and so is the Jubilee Year of Hope. What will be our take-aways from this special time of grace?

St. Eugene Catholic Church is seeking a full-time director of liturgy who is a skilled organist, pianist and choral director. Will provide well-prepared liturgies with an emphasis on developing a welcoming, participatory and blended worship environment which reflects and embraces the diversity of St. Eugene parishioners. Must be well-versed and fluent in leading a wide range of traditional and contemporary worship styles, including Gregorian chant, classical choral repertoire, Gospel / African American Spirituals, and current praise and worship music. Practicing Catholic in good standing with a strong understanding of Catholic liturgy. Proficiency in both organ and piano required. Bachelor's degree in music, liturgy or related field preferred. Strong organizational, communication and leadership skills. Experience choral directing, in a parish liturgy or music ministry context, is highly preferred. Able to pass a background check and abide by archdiocesan Safe Environment requirements when working with children. Must be available to work weekends, evenings and holidays throughout the year, especially Christmas Eve/Day, New Year's Eve/Day, and Easter/Holy Week. Send cover letter and résumé to manager@steugenes.org.

As Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Church’s 50th anniversary year approaches in 2026, the parish is looking for Epiphany “Legacy Members,” any person who attended Epiphany when the church was located at the Catholic Pastoral Center. Those dates are June 17, 1976 until the first Mass in Bryce Hall on June 21, 1980. Anyone who was an adult, teenager or child that attended during that time can e-mail epiphany50@epiphanyokc.org.

Our seminarians are away from home for months at a time during their formation. While at seminary, they would like to hear from people back home in Oklahoma. To become a Seminarian Pen Pal, go online to archokc.org/penpal to find their addresses and write a note.

Effective Date: Nov. 1