Panhandle Padres

The Padres get deep into Christian Unity this week along with discussions on Exodus 90 and how that's going as well as mentioning Fiat90, which is the women's version of Exodus90. Glad you're with us!

This week the Padres give a little recap of this past weekend and then dive into a discussion on the Epiphanies, God is Beauty as well as some reminders of upcoming events.

The Padres discuss how amazing the week of Christmas through the Epiphany were and then discuss Spring Events which start this Friday with Fish Fry Friday

Fr Michael discusses our Mass schedules for the next two weeks. It can get confusing so we threw up some visuals too!

With Fr Luke out, Fr Michael talks a little about Advent and things you could be doing to keep God in it! Evangelization is becoming more of a hot topic at St Rita so if you enjoy talking out God and your faith as a Catholic, keep an eye out for our St Paul group! Also, lots of updates on recent and upcoming events! Get your Calendars ready!

With Advent comes the new liturgical year that we celebrate! Fr Michael and Fr Luke discuss Advent, Saint Nicolas and upcoming events at St Rita!

The Padres discuss retreats, conferences, Sacraments, education, Parish events, Music Series, etc. Lots going on so please check it out!

So many events going on right now with so many opportunities for you to encounter Christ along 30A! The Padres discuss Knights of Columbus events, Evangelization events, Mass schedules for All Saints and All Souls day and our Trunk or Treat on Friday!!!

With Fr Luke out for the day, Fr Michael focuses on all the events going on at St Rita then a musical explosion of awesomeness! Fr Michael sings two of his self written songs for you to enjoy and discusses a little back story for each. It's hard not to just sit back and listen as he pours his heart out into his music. There is a little lesson in his song for each of us too, you just have to listen and open your heart. Links: Trunk or Treat: https://saintritaparish.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1030332

The Padres speak a little on Sunday Experience and how it benefits the priests to have that confidence to focus solely on the parishioners instead of the operations of Sunday Morning. Then, Fr Michael and Fr Luke dive into Discernment, events at St Rita and the possibility of a school, which is going through an assessment period to determine viability and need.

Fr Michael discusses the new Sunday Experience at St Rita, our monthly BBQ and upcoming events Fr Luke mentions our recent concert with Sarah Hart, his trip to Kansas and dives into the Parish book study on Mondays in October.

Fr Michael brings Zach Landress, our St Rita Music Director, in for a second visit in a multipart series to discuss music and its importance in the Catholic Church...and life.

The Padres discuss Sarah Kroger was phenomenal and you really need to get to St Rita for our Fall Music Series. Sarah Hart is next on October 1st! Fr Kapaun is being buried in Kansas. Desert Day, Feast Days and so much more! Sarah Hart video: https://youtu.be/LchcrEJ7v9s Fr Emil Kapaun video: https://youtu.be/JxopaDbjGEQ

The Padres discuss upcoming events including the first of the St Rita Fall Music Series, monthly Pancake Breakfast benefiting local charities and the St Rita Youth and Trivia night Fr Michael also does a little show and tell of the Vocation Chalice and Fr Luke discusses the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross

The Padres recap Labor day weekend, discuss the upcoming Book Study of From Christendom to Apostolic Mission hosted by Fr Luke and Fr Michael as well as Trivia Night that starts soon! Fr Michael announces big news about a Vocation Chalice

The Padres dive into our Catholic perspectives in our lives every day. Is your faith exciting and fulfilling? Don't forget and share with your friends that Sarah Kroger will be here Friday September 17th for a night of Praise and Worship. Announcements of Faith Formation registration, Bible Studies, Monday Night Book Studies, Women's Retreat......lots going on or coming up! St Paul Evangelization Institute: https://streetevangelization.com/ Audio Project: https://primematters.com/foundations/christian-mythic-narrative-deep-history-world/part-1-creation

The Padres recap Ephesians 5, discuss faith formation, evangelization, connectivity at our parish and announce some amazing upcoming events this Fall at St Rita! If you are interested in Faith Formation (volunteering or attending), please reach out to Jenna, jenna@saintritaparish.org. If you are interested in evangelization at St Rita, please reach out to us at evangelization@saintritaparish.org

This week, we talk about challenges presented to you in your life and how you can lean on Mary to help you through those times. Your faith formation and some of the things we offer, as well as some great evangelization opportunities. And, Fr Luke also dives into the upcoming Gospel and what it means in our lives, especially in marriage. If you are interested in Faith Formation (volunteering or attending), please reach out to Jenna, jenna@saintritaparish.org. If you are interested in evangelization at St Rita, please reach out to us at evangelization@saintritaparish.org

Fr Michael and Fr Luke recap anointing of the sick then deep dive into Exorcism. What the Devil is trying to do when he's trying to separate us from Jesus and how we can overcome that, starting with prayer and confession. Fr Michael explains how Community Life affected him and the importance of that in further developing our faith and our relationships with others and God. How living this way helps our church and our fellow parishioners.

What's a Markan Sandwich? To find out, join us for our 5th Episode of Panhandle Padres with Fr Michael and Fr Luke! We'll also be talking about some upcoming visits this Summer from a handful of local ministries around South Walton and some Youth events happenings at St Rita. Our podcast is all about South Walton County, including Freeport! Sure, St Rita and Christ the King events will be announced, some Saints will be discussed, and Liturgical celebrations will be promoted. But we plan to also discuss the happenings around South Walton, from 30A events to Freeport celebrations!

Today we'll be announcing our podcast name along with discussing small things and why you should come to Mass. Our podcast is all about South Walton County, including Freeport! Sure, St Rita and Christ the King events will be announced, some Saints will be discussed, and Liturgical celebrations will be promoted. But we plan to also discuss the happenings around South Walton, from 30A events to Freeport celebrations!