09/06/2026
✨ Welcome to Sunday Worship at St. Benedict!
Welcome to our online sanctuary! We are so glad you are joining the Saint Benedict Catholic Church parish family from Oakland, CA, for today's live stream Mass.
We celebrate the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time on this Labor Day weekend. As Jesus reminds us in today's Gospel: "For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them." (Matthew 18:20). Whether you are a longtime parishioner or streaming with us for the first time, we invite you to pray, sing, and open your heart to the Word of God with us.
🕒 Service Details:
Mass: 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Date: Sunday, September 6, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM
Celebrant: Fr. Jayson Landeza
Lector: J. Grant
📖 Today's Readings (via USCCB):
First Reading: Ezekiel 33:7-9 (If you warn the wicked, you have saved yourself)
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 95:1-2, 6-7, 8-9 (Response: "If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts.")
Second Reading: Romans 13:8-10 (Love is the fulfillment of the law)
Alleluia: 2 Corinthians 5:19 (Verse: "God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation.")
Gospel: Matthew 18:15-20 (Reconciliation within the community and gathering in Christ's name)
🎶 Featured Worship Music & Reflections:
Opening Song: "Hush! Somebody's Callin' My Name"
Preparation of Gifts: "I Love You Lord, Today" / "My Soul Loves Jesus"
Communion Meditation: "Deep Down in My Heart" / "I Belong to You"
Reflection: Mr. Leonard Pete — "Speak Lord; Lead me to Reconciliation" (Song: "Speak to My Heart" / "Oh Come to the Altar")
Closing Song: "I'm So Glad Jesus Lifted Me"
📅 Parish Announcements & Upcoming Events:
Parish Office Holiday Closure: The parish office is closed on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day.
St. Peter Claver Day Celebration: Join KPC & KPCLA Council and Court 336 next Sunday, September 13th after the 10:00 AM Mass for coffee, donuts, juice, voter registration info, and a back-to-school supplies giveaway!
KPCLA Spaghetti Dinner Sale: Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 27th after the 10:00 AM Mass ($20 per dinner). RSVP today!
KPC Casino Bus Trip to Hard Rock: Saturday, October 10th ($60 per person). Reserve your seat with Council 336!
Homecoming Month Coming in October: "The Ultimate RSVP: Invited by Grace, Transformed by Love." Start inviting friends, family, and former parishioners to come home to St. Benedict!
Second Collection Today: 100 Club (Next Sunday: Diocesan Priest Retirement).
🕊️ Support Our Ministry & Stay Connected:
How to Give: Your generosity supports our parish ministries and community outreach in East Oakland.
Online: Visit www.saintbenedictoakland.com/online-giving
Mail: Send envelopes to the Parish Office at 2245 - 82nd Ave, Oakland, CA 94605
In Person: Drop your offering into the collection baskets during the Offertory.
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