A Letter From Our Pastor: Gratefulness and Giving Go Hand-in-Hand

Dear Parishioners,

Aspecial "thank you" to all who turned in their commitment cards in October. It's not too late to get them into the parish office or online. Remember, stewardship is a way of life!

The month of November brings with it cooler weather, more football, Christmas on the horizon, and the continued ministry of our parish reaching out to the people of Payne County to help them fall in love with Jesus! The ministries featured in this month's newsletter help us with that outreach.

First, you'll read about the upcoming parish festival. This day of good food, games, and social activities will happen Saturday, Dec. 4. It comes on the heels of our Dec. 3 parish feast day where the Church around the world celebrates St. Francis Xavier, the great missionary to the people of India, Japan, and China. My thanks to all involved in this year's parish festival!

As we recover from the pandemic, parish receptions are going to play an even bigger role in the life of the parish. From Sunday post Mass hospitality to receptions after big celebrations, these parishioners work hard to make everyone feel welcome. Could this ministry be for you?

Finally, just a word of thanks. I am so grateful to Almighty God and Bishop Konderla for the opportunity to be your pastor. I'm grateful to work alongside Fr. Robert Duck, our deacons, parish staff, and so many wonderful and committed parishioners who are working towards living a stewardship way of life.

God has given us everything. For that, we spend our lives giving it back. See you at Sunday Mass!

In Christ,

Very Rev. Brian O’Brien,

Pastor, St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church

Very Rev. Brian O’Brien, Pastor