Saturday, May 4 Mass Will

Not Occur, So Our Parish

Can Attend BEHOLD KC

Please remember that our May 4th, 4 pm in-person and live-stream Mass will not occur, so parishioners can attend the BEHOLD KC Eucharistic Celebration event on the North Lawn of the National World War 1 Memorial in Kansas City, MO. This is in accordance with Bishop Johnston’s recent decree that all parishes (in Jackson, Clay, and Platte counties) cancel their Saturday evening Mass to allow the faithful to attend this historic Celebration. View the event website.

The Saint Charles May 5 Sunday will occur at the regular times (8:30 and 11 a.m.). This week’s live stream will also be available on Sunday at 11 a.m. on our Facebook page and YouTube channel.

BEHOLD KC is the largest Eucharistic Celebration in Kansas City in over 80 years. The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph and the Archdiocese of Kansas City are co-hosting BEHOLD. View the event flyer and schedule.

This free event will be held on the North Lawn (facing Union Station) of the National World War I Memorial (2 Memorial Dr, Kansas City, MO 64108) from 4 to 9:30 p.m. BEHOLD will feature praise and worship, nationally recognized live musical talent, local musicians, speakers, Reconciliation, The Rosary, Mass, and Eucharistic Adoration. Advanced registration is strongly recommended to receive event updates and special announcements. View the website to learn more.

Food trucks will be onsite for your convenience. Attendees may also bring their own food, water, or other non-alcoholic beverages. Coolers, picnic baskets, and tote bags are allowed. Tents, tables, grills, and alcohol are not allowed. Accessible seating will be limited, so please feel free to bring your camp chairs, blankets, and other portable outdoor seats. Pets are not allowed. All bags and persons may be subject to a security screening. #beholdkc  

Questions? Contact the Parish Office at (816) 436-0880 or Lane Lucas at llucas@stcharleskc.com.

Congratulations To Our

First Communion Candidates!

Saint Charles extends heartfelt congratulations to all April 28 First Holy Communion candidates! May you always know the peace of Jesus, the light of his love, and the joy of his life within you. The first Communion Mass will occur this Sunday (April 28) at 2 p.m. at Saint Charles. This Mass will also be live-streamed on the parish’s Facebook page and YouTube channel. This year, we have candidates from Borromeo Academy and the Saint Charles Public School of Religion.

The Borromeo participants (all 2nd Grade – pictured above) are Gio Velez, Thomas Nguyen, Jimmy Doctor, Sophia Vu, Lucy Alleven, Katelyn Sentman, Angelo Flores-Nigro, Jennifer Cao, Miasantina Cox, Arabelle Krohn, Milo Martinez, Alicia Tindall, Sofia Meza, Austin Campbell, Isaias Chavez, Wilson Vu, and Koi Walker. The Public School participants (not pictured) are Annabella McCullough, Sofia Gonzalez, Eli Nurrenbern, Emmalyn Sayles (2nd Grade), and Celine Olivera (4th Grade).

Spanish Rosary - May 1

Beginning May 1 (from 6-6:30 pm), the Saint Charles Hispanic Ministry will gather in church to pray the Spanish Rosary. This event will continue every other Wednesday of each month. Questions? Please contact the Parish Office at (816) 436-0880.

Join The Friendly Club

A Perkins On May 6

Join the Saint Charles Friendly Club for lunch and fellowship at the Gladstone Perkins (6292 N Oak Trafficway) on May 6 at 11:30 AM. It's FREE Pie Day! Please RSVP to Larry Grutt at larry.grutt@gmail.com.

Deacon Ordination - May 18

All are invited to Mr. Ethan Osborn's ordination to the transitional deaconate on May 18 at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception (416 W 12th St, Kansas City, MO.). Please read more about Ethan in the current issue of Catholic Key Magazine.

Priest Ordination - May 25

The ordination to the priesthood of Deacon Samuel Horan will occur on May 25 at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception (416 W 12th St, Kansas City, MO.). All are invited to attend. Please read more about Deacon Horan in the current issue of Catholic Key Magazine.

SCB Mental Wellness Update

Did you know?

Saint Charles Borromeo has been developing a Mental Health Ministry for the past year and a half.

Your ministry team provides education sessions quarterly.

We will soon be offering a small group meeting monthly for those wanting spiritual support for their mental health illness. “This is not group therapy but a ministry in which members support others during their time of need and grow spiritually in their relationship with God. One does not need to be Catholic to participate, but Catholic prayers and devotions will be used.”

988 is a three-digit number that offers 24/7 and statewide access to crisis services via call, text, or chat. Trained crisis specialists are available and can help individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts, substance use, mental health crises, or any other kind of emotional distress.

The Catholic Charities Mental Health Ministry website is an excellent resource with much information about our ministry.

For more information, to offer suggestions, or if you need help resolving a crisis, please contact the Saint Charles Mental Health Ministry at CMHM@stcharleskc.com.

Join Us At Our April 28th Mass

"The 5th Sunday of Easter"

We welcome all to join us at our April 28 Mass, celebrating "The 5th Sunday of Easter." This Mass will be offered on Saturday, April 27 (4 p.m.) and Sunday, April 28 (8:30 & 11 a.m.).

The Saturday 4 p.m. Mass will also be live-streamed on our YouTube channel

and Facebook page. You can view this Mass all weekend.

Respect Life Updates

Our mission to respect life is to recognize every human person as a special creation of God, made in His image, and to value human life from the moment of conception to natural death.

The Saint Charles Respect Life Ministry meets on the 2nd Monday of each month from 6-8 pm in the Gathering Space. For more information, please contact Karen Schmidt at (816) 308-2343 or kk5780@swbell.net.

Stay Informed. Read These Important Updates

View the latest Missouri Right to Life Newsletter

View the latest National Right to Life News

View the latest Missouri Catholic Conference Newsletter

Weekly Prayer Chain

Please keep parishioner George Hagen in your prayers.

Please keep parishioner Jerry Williams in your prayers.

Thank you for your support! Your prayers are vital to our continued efforts to seek God's help and guidance for those in need. Please send your prayer requests and questions to prayers@stcharleskc.com.

On This Day...

1865:

Twelve days after assassinating U.S. President Abraham Lincoln, John Wilkes Booth was killed at a Virginia farm either by a Federal soldier or by his hand.

1933:

Hermann Göring formed the Gestapo, the political police of Nazi Germany that ruthlessly eliminated opposition and was involved in the roundup of Jews throughout Europe for deportation to extermination camps.

1954:

Kurosawa Akira's Seven Samurai, a cinematic masterpiece, was released in Japan in 1954. Its profound cultural impact and influence on the film industry make it a significant part of our global heritage.

1986:

A devastating environmental catastrophe occurred when an explosion and fire at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine released large amounts of radioactive material into the atmosphere.

Did You Know...

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Random Thoughts...

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