Our lives are a constant series of endings and beginnings. Some of these endings come suddenly or unexpectedly. Others are planned and come more gradually. But each ending gives us the opportunity for a new beginning. 

St. Brigid of Kildare is experiencing a time of new beginnings as we welcome Fr. Black as the third pastor in the history of our parish. We have seen over 150 new families join our parish in the last year. We have added new staff, new programs, and new opportunities. The Tapestry Program has always represented a time of new beginnings. Parishioners have the opportunity to explore their relationship with St. Brigid of Kildare and decide how they are going to become a part of the parish community by donating their time, talent and treasure. There is truly a place for all here at our parish. Please look over the materials that you will receive in the mail the week of September 4^th. The mailing contains all the information you will need to get engaged at St. Brigid of Kildare.

Join Us for Welcome Weekend

Join us in Hendricks Hall on September 16th and 17^th, after all Masses for Welcome Weekend. This is a time when all parishioners can enjoy food and drinks while browsing the many opportunities and ministries that need your participation. Over 50 ministries and committees will be present for you to explore, and volunteers will be available to answer your questions. There will also be a new parishioner's welcome committee to register for our parish if you would like to join.

Fr. Black will be available to greet parishioners as he begins his ministry here at St. Brigid. We hope you will join us for refreshments and fellowship in Hendricks Hall after every Mass. 

Please consider how you can become part of our parish family and join us on the journey of faith.

Thank you to 55 + Club members Bob & Gina Fathman and Cathleen Wolf for compiling this text and photos of the St. Brigid of Kildare Church Tour. This is a beautifully crafted guide to the art and artifacts and history within our church building.

The slideshow can be viewed by clicking the link below (click the right arrow to advance slides, and view the images and text at your own pace).

If you have any campus facility needs during evening or weekend activities, meetings, or events, please call our new evening and weekend number:

(614) 980-8506

This will contact our campus supervisor to assist parishioners with any needs that may arise (e.g. restroom restocking, A/V needs, door entry, etc.). This is for all campus builings and activities, including the school, athletics, church, parish hall, and Brigid's Green.

Saint Brigid of Kildare School is seeking candidates to fill the following positions:



• Cafeteria: St. Brigid of Kildare School is looking for individuals to help in the school cafeteria from 8:30-1:30 either part time or full time. If interested, please contact Joyce Brown at mrs.brown@stbrigid-school.org.
• Latchkey: St. Brigid of Kildare School’s after school care program is looking for individuals to assist with after school programming (snack, activities, homework, etc.) from 2:00pm-6:00pm either part time or full time. If interested, please contact Karol Halm at mrs.halm@stbrigid-school.org.
• Classroom Aide/Paraprofessional: St. Brigid of Kildare School is looking for an individual to serve as a classroom aide to support the teacher and the students with instruction, clerical work, etc. Aides work from 8:00-3:00 M-F. Protecting God’s Children, fingerprinting, and an aide license are required. No experience with children is necessary but preferred. If interested, please contact Jill Carfagna at mrs.carfagna@stbrigid-school.org.

Eugene and Ruth Bulgozdy joined the parish in 1988. As founding members, they became engrained in the fabric of the new parish, actively participating as our parish grew over the last 35 years. They were members of various ministries, always volunteering where they were most needed. After Eugene passed away in 2011, Ruth became more involved with the bereavement lunches, bible studies, adult faith formation, and the 55 plus group, spending much of her time in Hendricks Hall. 

After losing their mother in June of 2022, it seemed the perfect tribute for her children to give a donation in memory of their parents to fund the renovation of Hendricks Hall. The center room in the hall that was previously referred to as Room B has been renamed the Bulgozdy Room and is dedicated in memory of Ruth and Eugene Bulgozdy. 

The Bulgozdy children attended a Mass and blessing of the new room on June 24, 2023. The Mass was celebrated by Msgr. Joseph Hendricks, assisted by Deacon Frank Iannarino and Deacon Steve Petrill. 

St. Brigid of Kildare’s Parish Center (Hendricks Hall) is the center of parish life, hosting hundreds of meetings and events throughout the year. Since its opening in 2007, thousands of people have enjoyed the hall and it has been a place of mourning, meeting, learning, and celebrating. With such constant use, it was time to update Hendricks Hall for the future needs of the parish. 

Hendricks Hall is being updated over the summer and this renovation will include a new floor, tables and chairs, fresh paint, a new AV system, and some additional decorative items.  

Pictured is the Bulgozdy Family in front of the newly dedicated Bulgozdy room in memory of their parents, founding members Eugene and Ruth Bulgozdy. Pictured L to R: Deacon Frank Iannarino Paul Melcher, Deacon Steve Petrill, Msgr. Joseph Hendricks,  Eugene Bulgozdy, Elaine (Bulgozdy) Coupe’ and John Bulgozdy. Cheryl (Bulgozdy) Martin (not pictured)

Mom to Mom is a vibrant, faith-sharing group focused on motherhood, spirituality, and Catholic parenting. Whether you’re a rookie or veteran, join us to support, share and gain wisdom from each other.

Meetings: Wednesdays, Sept 20th - Nov 15th

Time: 9:45-11 am

Location: Church Basement

Child Care Sign up: Here

This fall Mom to Mom will watch and discuss videos from the Formed “Catholic Moms Summit.” The Catholic Mom’s Summit is a collection of talks in which women encourage and support one another in the vocation of Catholic Motherhood, see below for our September Schedule. Drop in any time, no need to prepare, come as you are! We hope you can make it! 

At Sandwich Saturday 1000 bologna sandwiches are made to support various food pantries in downtown Columbus. This is a great way to start off your weekend with an act of service and it only takes 30 minutes! It is perfect for all ages (including those in need of service hours) and no registration is needed.

The sandwich making starts promptly at 9:00am in the school cafeteria so come a little early to get settled. We also accept donations of individually packaged snacks. Sandwich Saturday is a project of the Social Action committee.

The Rescue Project

The most urgent task in the Church is the compelling proclamation of the gospel, one that offers people a way of seeing reality, and of making sense of the world, history, and life, that is vastly different from the story our modern culture tells.

Together we can discover the story!

We invite you to join us for the Rescue Project, Wednesdays, September 13 - November 16 from 7-8:30 PM in Hendricks Hall.

Registered teens will have their own small group table(s) at these gatherings.

Register here

Religious Education Family of Faith Volunteer

Grow in faith and leadership as you volunteer to lead Family of Faith gatherings (and earn up to 60 hours of service volunteering with Family of Faith this year)! 

There are options to lead weekly, monthly, or by event. Email Jennifer McManus at jmcmanus@stbrigidofkildare.org for more information or access the volunteer form to share how you can best support our community of faith as you earn service hours.

Volunteer Form 

Catholic Cafe

High school students gather for prayer in the chapel and fellowship in the church basement on select Wednesdays throughout the year. 

No sign up is required. Keep an eye on the bulletin and our instagram page for updates.

• Have you ever thought about becoming Catholic?
• Do you think you might like to look into the Catholic way of Life?
• Do you know someone interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith?

 You are invited to join us!

Our first meeting will be an orientation on October 17. All classes will be held on Tuesday evenings, from 7:00-8:30 pm in the Church basement. The calendar for this coming year is on our website at www.stbrigidofkildare.org/rcia. For more information contact Kim VanHuffel at kvanhuffel@stbrigidofkildare.org or complete the form on the website above.

We will be taking Mass intention requests electronically through forms on the website for Masses in January—June 2024. The Mass Intentions form will go live on Monday, August 21 at 10 a.m. on our website at www.stbrigidofkildare.org. We will only be taking requests for January—June 2024 at this time. 

In order to fairly accommodate all Mass Intentions requested, we ask that you request no more than two (2) Mass intentions per family and only one Mass intention per month.

*As Mass attendance increases, Mass times may change. You are only requesting a date for Mass intentions. There is no option to select a time for a Mass. If the date you request is not available, the Mass will be assigned on the closest available date. If you enter a day of the week, we will do our best to accommodate your request. 

September 13—November 15

The Rescue Project tells us that the most urgent task in the church is the compelling proclamation of the gospel, one that offers people a way of seeing reality, and of making sense of the world, history, and life, that is vastly different from the story our modern culture tells.

We invite you to join us for the Rescue Project! Together we can discover The Story.

There are four ways to participate this fall:

•  Sisters in Christ - Join a community of women in prayer and study. Wednesdays, 1:15-2:45 PM, Deacon’s Room
• Wednesday Evening Group - Join other parishioners in this study/small groups. Wednesdays, 7-8:30 PM, Berry Room
• Thursday Morning Group - Join other parishioners in this study/small groups. Thursdays, 10—11:30 AM, Berry Room
• Individual Small Groups - Create your own small group in your home and receive study materials free of charge from the parish!

To register, click the button below.

For more information, contact Kim VanHuffel at kvanhuffel@stbrigidofkildare.org. 

September 22 @ 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

The Naz Church (4770 Hoover Road, Grove City, OH 43123)

For tickets and more info click the button below!

The New Parishioner Welcome Committee would like to invite you to attend a new parishioner welcome luncheon following the 11:00 AM Mass on Sunday, August 27 in Hendricks Hall, directly across from the Church. We will serve a light lunch, introduce you to other parishioners and have volunteers available to answer any questions you have about parish life and how to get involved.

Please RSVP by August 18 to Sarah Moore in the parish office at 614-761-3734 or at smoore@stbrigiofkildare.org with a number so we know how many to expect for lunch. 

We hope you will join us on August 27!

THAT MAN IS YOU! is an interactive men’s program combining the best research from science with the teachings of the Catholic faith and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of man fully alive. By honestly addressing the pressures and temptations that men face in our modern culture, That Man is You! Seeks to form men who will be capable of transforming homes and society. At St. Brigid of Kildare, we are currently in year 5 of this program (for the 2023-24 year).

Join us for food, fellowship and faith, starting Saturday, September 9, 2023 in Hendricks Hall. Doors Open at 6:30 AM for light breakfast and fellowship. Program starts promptly at 7:00 AM. All men are welcome.

Children's Liturgy of the Word takes place during the 9 am Mass. Children (non-communed children, preschool through grade 2), may join us in the Church basement to hear the Children's Liturgy of the Word from the Children's Lectionary as well as learn about the readings of the day. Children will be dismissed prior to the First Reading and return after the Homily, during the Presentation of the Gifts. 

We require two Shepherds and two volunteers to provide this opportunity for our families. The First Shepherd is the leader of the readings and lesson for the day and the Second Shepherd assists the First. Volunteers help the Shepherds with miscellaneous tasks, but do not teach the lessons. All volunteers (Shepherds and general volunteers) are required to be compliant volunteers in accordance of Safe Environment Policies. Those who sign up will have follow-up communications with the Safe Environment Coordinator as well as the Director of Religious Education.

If you have questions regarding this ministry, please contact the Religious Education Office at 614-761-1176.

If you are 18 years or older and interested in volunteering with youth activities at SBK, attending PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN is required before you can volunteer. Register under the Diocese of Columbus at 

www.virtus.org

The Diocesan Safe Environment Department will be offering Virtus Protecting God's Children (PGC) sessions: 

• 8/21/2023 St Joan of Arc (Powell) 6:00pm
• 8/28/2023 St Joan of Arc (Powell) 6:00pm
• 8/29/2023 St Joan of Arc (Powell) 7:00pm

All volunteers with our children and youth must complete PGC, a St. Brigid volunteer application, submit the signed code of conduct, copy of photo ID, and complete a criminal background check prior to volunteering.

Full details and forms can be found at https://stbrigidofkildare.org/safe-environment/ 

Aug 26, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

St. Paul the Apostle Parish

313 N State St, Westerville, OH 43082, USA

Join men from across the Diocese at this half-day event meant to help men Continue the Conversation about virtuously living as husbands, fathers, and brothers in Christ.

Click the link below to learn more or register.

Sunday, September 17, 2023

Join the Dublin Food Pantry for an evening of celebration, connection, and impact at this inaugural event, Bounty at Bridge Park. All dollars raised will support the Dublin Food Pantry’s operations to feed our neighbors in need. Bounty at Bridge Park will include a cocktail hour with appetizers, dinner from Dublin’s North Market Bridge Park vendors, dynamic and heart-felt speakers, and a coffee and dessert reception, all while investing in the needs of our community. It is an evening you won’t want to miss! 

Food + Education = HOPE : It has been said that one person can make a difference, and we all know that to be true. But, our church is universal, think of what we can accomplish together! As fellow Catholics, we are called. Called to serve one another. Called to help form one another. Called to both local and global opportunities. On September 28th join together with those you know to purchase a table or tickets to an event called: An Evening With.  This year the key-note speaker is the founder and CEO of Mary's Meals, Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow. Mary's Meals is a global hunger organization that provides meals in the classroom leading to a bridge out of poverty. This inspirational evening supports two educational opportunities, locally and worldwide, through Mary's Meals. Proceeds support both Mary’s Meals and tuition assistance. Contact Julie at jnaporano@scprep.org

2023 Jubilee of Anniversaries

Couples celebrating their 25th, 30th, 35th, 40th, 45th, 50th, 55th, 60th (and every year thereafter) anniversaries in 2023 are invited to the annual Jubilee of Anniversaries in honor of their marriages. Bishop Fernandes will celebrate Mass at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 10th, at St. John Neumann Church in Sunbury. Registration is now open at https://columbuscatholic.org/marriage-family/marriage/jubilee.

National Eucharistic Congress

As we transition to the Parish Year of Eucharistic Revival, there are opportunities for Mass and Eucharistic Processions leading up to the feast of Corpus Christi with Bishop Fernandes. For more information about the Eucharistic processions, parish point persons, and travel to the National Eucharistic Congress visit https://columbuscatholic.org/evangelization/national-eucharistic-revival

Catechetical Institute

The Franciscan Catechetical Institute is available to everyone in the Diocese of Columbus. The available workshops are wonderful resources for individual use, catechist training, and small group Evangelization and Catechesis. All parishes and schools within the Diocese have accounts. Please share this with staff and parishioners. To sign up go to https://franciscanathome.com/diocese-columbus and select your parish or school from the list. Email Liz Christy echristy@columbuscatholic.org for questions.