Our August meeting will be Saturday August 1, 2026 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

We’ll start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass.

We will continue our discussion of Salvation - What Every Catholic Should Know

We will cover Chapter 2.

Thanks to Paul F for volunteering to facilitate our August meeting!

Thanks to Mike K for facilitating and David W for running our July meeting!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Our May meeting will be Saturday May 2, 2026 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

We’ll start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass.

The Doctors we will cover are St. Robert Bellarmine and St. Lawrence of Brindisi (Chapters 28 and 29 in Pope Benedict’s book).

You can find information about them in

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict

or

The 35 Doctors of the Church by Fr. Christopher Rengers and Dr. Matthew Bunson which is available at this link.

Thanks to Bill A for volunteering to facilitate our May meeting!

Thanks to Mike K for facilitating our April meeting!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Our April meeting will be Saturday April 11, 2026 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

We’ll start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass.

The Doctor we will cover is St. John of the Cross (Chap. 27 in Pope Benedict’s book), preceded by our Gospel reflection for Divine Mercy Sunday ( which is April 12 this year ).

You can find information about him in

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict

or

The 35 Doctors of the Church by Fr. Christopher Rengers and Dr. Matthew Bunson which is available at this link.

Thanks to Mike K for volunteering to facilitate our April meeting!

Thanks to David W for facilitating our March meeting!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Our March meeting will be Saturday March 14, 2026 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

We’ll start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass.

The Doctors we will cover are St. Catherine of Siena and St. Teresa of Avila, Chapters 24 and 25 in Pope Benedict’s Doctors of the Church.

You can find information about them in

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict

or

The 35 Doctors of the Church by Fr. Christopher Rengers and Dr. Matthew Bunson which is available at this link.

Thanks to David W for volunteering to facilitate our March meeting!

Thanks to Pat A for facilitating our February meeting!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Email from Mike:

Gents,

If you haven’t already signed up, please let me know (ckoz654@aol.com) by Wednesday afternoon if you plan to attend. I need to work with group reservations to secure tables for lunch at The Dubliner.

Here is the schedule. Please note that all activities are optional for the individual pilgrim ( except for our departure time):

6:20 a.m. Arrive at St. Bridget front parking lot for carpool

6:30 a.m. Prompt Departure

8:30 a.m. Coffee, etc. ( Shrine Cafeteria )

9:00 a.m. Guided Tour of the Shrine

10:00 a.m. Confessions available, private prayer, bookstore, gift shop

11:00 a.m. Private Mass celebrated by Father Patrick ( Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel on the Lower Level of the Shrine ) followed by praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet

11:45 a.m. Rosary prayed in the Crypt Church (Lower Level of the Shrine) before the regular Shrine Mass at 12:10 p.m. in the Crypt Church

1:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross in the Cyrpt Church ( immediately following Mass)

1:45 p.m. (approximately) Meet back in Cafeteria. Departure for lunch at The Dubliner. Traditionally, clergy and drivers have lunch covered by the rest of the group. Please bring cash to pay your pro-rata share to the person who puts the bill on his credit card. We are usually in the $30-$40 range per person (usually closer to $30 and usually my credit card )

We depart for return to St. Bridget immediately following lunch and are back by 5:30-6:00 p.m. depending on traffic. Express lanes are open southbound on Saturdays as I recall, so bring or borrow an EZ-Pass if you’re going to be a driver.

If you can drive if needed ( depending on attendance ) please let me know and also respond with your mobile number so we don’t lose you during the day😀. It is my understanding that our St. Edward’s brothers will be meeting us up at the Shrine. Phil, if that’s not right, please let me know.

Best wishes for a Blessed Lent!

Fraternally,

Mike K.

Our February meeting will be Saturday February 14, 2026 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

We’ll start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass.

We will cover St. Thomas Aquinas, Chapter 23 in Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict.

You can find information about him in

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict

or

The 35 Doctors of the Church” by Fr. Christopher Rengers and Dr. Matthew Bunson which is available at this link.

Thanks to Pat A for volunteering to facilitate our February meeting!

Thanks to Mike K for facilitating our January meeting!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Our February meeting will be Saturday February 7, 2026 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

We’ll start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass.

We will cover St. Thomas Aquinas, Chapter 23 in Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict.

You can find information about him in

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict

or

The 35 Doctors of the Church” by Fr. Christopher Rengers and Dr. Matthew Bunson which is available at this link.

Thanks to Pat A for volunteering to facilitate our February meeting!

Thanks to Mike K for facilitating our January meeting!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Our January meeting will be Saturday January 3, 2026 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

We’ll start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass.

We will cover St. Albert the Great and St. Peter Canisius, Chapters 21 and 26 in Pope Benedict’s Doctors of the Church.

You can find information about them in

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict

or

The 35 Doctors of the Church” by Fr. Christopher Rengers and Dr. Matthew Bunson which is available at this link.

Thanks to Mike K for volunteering to facilitate our January meeting!

Thanks to Steve S for facilitating our December meeting!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

27th (!) Annual SBMMFF Christmas Party - Sunday, December 14

WHO:                       SBMMFF participants and spouses/significant others
WHAT:                      27th (!) Annual Pot-luck Christmas Party
WHERE:                   Special thanks to David and Janice W for hosting the dinner this year at their home, 4305 Cary Street Road, Richmond, VA 23221
WHEN:                     Sunday, 12/14 5:30 - 8:00 pm
WHY:                        Back by popular demand!!
WHAT YOU MUST DO:   Email lshadowen@aol.com if you are coming and what dish you will bring (main dish, side dish or dessert).  Remember we're a hungry crowd!!  Please try to bring dishes that do not need to be heated.  Thanks!

Remember, please try to bring "hungry-man" portions!!

SEE YA THERE!!!!

December Meeting - Saturday December 6, 2025

Our December meeting will be Saturday December 6, 2025 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

We’ll start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass.

We will cover St. Anslem, St. Bernard, and St. Anthony of Padua (Chpts. 18, 19 and 20 of the Pope Benedict Doctors of the Church book)

You can find information about them in

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict

or

The 35 Doctors of the Church” by Fr. Christopher Rengers and Dr. Matthew Bunson which is available at this link.

Thanks to Steve S for volunteering to facilitate our December meeting!

Thanks to David W for facilitating our November meeting!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Email from John M:

Hello Men of the Parish, Brothers, and Friends,

Oktoberfest is coming!  When?  Sunday, November 9th at 2:00 pm. 

Please plan to attend and to have a wonderful time with other men of the parish, a great meal, and tasty beverages!

Information is located in the attached notice.  Doug and Shellie L are kindly hosting us again! 

Please pass this on to your parish groups, teams, and other men in the parish!   

This year we request that everyone register in advance.  The QR code in the flyer will lead you the “purchase” page to register and pay, or use this link:

Register for Oktoberfest!

Let us know if you have questions.  Put this on your calendar! 

See you there!    Mmmmm . . .  are those brats I smell cooking? 

Our November meeting will be Saturday November 1, 2025 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

We’ll start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass.

We will cover St. Bede, the Venerable, St. John Damascene, and St. Peter Damian (Chaps. 15, 16 and 17) of the Pope Benedict Doctors of the Church book)

You can find information about them in

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict

or

The 35 Doctors of the Church” by Fr. Christopher Rengers and Dr. Matthew Bunson which is available at this link.

Thanks to David W for volunteering to facilitate our November meeting!

Thanks to Pat A for facilitating our October meeting!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Our October meeting will be Saturday October 4, 2025 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

We’ll start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass.

We will cover St. Gregory the Great and St. Isadore of Seville (Chaps. 13 and 14 of the Pope Benedict Doctors of the Church book)

You can find information about them in

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict

or

The 35 Doctors of the Church” by Fr. Christopher Rengers and Dr. Matthew Bunson which is available at this link.

Thanks to Pat A for volunteering to facilitate our October meeting!

Thanks to Mike K for facilitating our Septembert meeting!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Our May meeting will be Saturday May 3, 2025 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

Our meeting will start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass

We will begin our discussion of

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict XVI Chapter 10 - St. Augustine

We will also discuss what resource we should use for our future meetings after Doctors of the Church

Thanks David W for volunteering to facilitate our May meeting!

Thanks Mike K for facilitating our April meeting!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Our April meeting will be Saturday April 5, 2025 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

Our meeting will start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass

We will complete our discussion of

Men of the Word - The Good News - A Bible Study for Men Chapter 12

The Monsignor Francis Byrne Council 5476 at St Bridget has graciously provided the books! Thanks Doug and Mike!

Remember to bring your Bible!

We will also discuss what resource we should use for our future meetings after Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict XVI.

Thanks Mike K for volunteering to facilitate our April meeting!

After we finish Men of the Word, we will discuss

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict XVI

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

 March 8th Shrine Pilgrimage Schedule ( all items optional, except 6:30 a.m. departure😃)  Please note the USCCB has designated the Shrine as a national pilgrimage site for the 2025 Jubilee Year.  If you haven’t already, please email Mike at ckoz654@aol.com with your mobile phone number to sign-up.

6:30 a.m.  Carpool Departure ( front parking lot St. Bridget)

8:30 a.m.  Breakfast in Shrine cafeteria

9:00 a.m.  Guided Tour

10:00 a.m. Confessions available, private prayer, gift shop, bookstore

11:00 a.m.  Private Mass w/ Fr. Tochi presiding ( may have concelebrant from St. Edward’s group)

11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.  More free time, see above for options.  I think the Rosary is said in the Crypt Church ( on the lower level of the Shrine) before the 12:10 Mass

Immediately following the Crypt Church Mass, the Stations of the Cross are prayed in the Crypt Church ( approximately 12:50 p.m.)

1:30 p.m. ( approximately) Depart Shrine for Luncheon

2:00-3:00 p.m. Lunch at Dubliner ( clergy and drivers free lunch, please bring cash to reimburse per capita share of total meal and beverages, which is paid with one credit card because separate checks not allowed for a group our size; $30-40 depending on number of comped meals and Guinness)

3:00 p.m. or earlier  Depart for St. Bridget. We try to arrive back by 5:30 Mass, but no guarantees, depends on traffic.

National Shrine designated as Jubilee 2025 pilgrimage site

https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/261131/us-bishops-designate-national-shrine-as-jubilee-2025-pilgrimage-site

Our March meeting will be Saturday March 1, 2025 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

Our meeting will start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass

We will continue our discussion of

Men of the Word - The Good News - A Bible Study for Men Chapter 11

Books are available at the meeting.

The Monsignor Francis Byrne Council 5476 at St Bridget has graciously provided the books! Thanks Doug and Mike!

Remember to bring your Bible!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate our March meeting!

Thanks to Mike K for facilitating our January r meeting!

After we finish Men of the Word, we will discuss

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict XVI

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Our February meeting will be Saturday February 1, 2025 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

Our meeting will start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass

We will continue our discussion of

Men of the Word - The Good News - A Bible Study for Men Chapter 10

Books are available at the meeting.

The Monsignor Francis Byrne Council 5476 at St Bridget has graciously provided the books! Thanks Doug and Mike!

Remember to bring your Bible!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate our February meeting!

Thanks to Mike K for facilitating our January r meeting!

After we finish Men of the Word, we will discuss

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict XVI

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Emails from Mike K:

Gents,

We are a go for the Respect Life Holy Hour on January 21 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at St. Bridget. This will take place at our usual Tuesday Adoration and Benediction time, with some added prayers, etc., and  Confessions will remain available.

I encourage all and their families to attend. I also encourage all and their families to take advantage of our Knights of Columbus bus transportation to the Mall in DC for the National March for Life on January 24.  Again, if you haven’t already, please email me (ckoz654@aol.com) and Darius (djyazdgerdi@gmail.com) with the number of seats you need reserved n the bus as soon as you can.

Please feel free to let me know if you have any questions. Thanks for your prayerful consideration.

Brothers,

As you may have seen n the Bulletin, this year’s National March for Life is scheduled for January 24th in Washington, DC.  Our witness is more important than ever in the post-Dobbs era! 

Please email me (ckoz654@aol.com) and Darius (djyazdgerdi@gmail.com) with how many seats you need reserved, and also please include your mobile phone contact info. and where you plan to board the bus.

The pick-up points are as follows:

7:30 a.m.  St. Edward’s

8:00 a.m.  St. Bridget ( Middle School Access Road parking lot)

8:30 a.m.  Columbian Center on Pump Rd.

We are usually back in Richmond around 6:00 p.m. ( depending on traffic).  Plan to bring your own food and drink and please check the weather forecast and dress appropriately.

Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks for your consideration and Happy New Year,

Mike K

Emails from Mike K:

Gents,

We are a go for the Respect Life Holy Hour on January 21 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at St. Bridget. This will take place at our usual Tuesday Adoration and Benediction time, with some added prayers, etc., and  Confessions will remain available.

I encourage all and their families to attend. I also encourage all and their families to take advantage of our Knights of Columbus bus transportation to the Mall in DC for the National March for Life on January 24.  Again, if you haven’t already, please email me (ckoz654@aol.com) and Darius (djyazdgerdi@gmail.com) with the number of seats you need reserved n the bus as soon as you can.

Please feel free to let me know if you have any questions. Thanks for your prayerful consideration.

Brothers,

As you may have seen n the Bulletin, this year’s National March for Life is scheduled for January 24th in Washington, DC.  Our witness is more important than ever in the post-Dobbs era! 

Please email me (ckoz654@aol.com) and Darius (djyazdgerdi@gmail.com) with how many seats you need reserved, and also please include your mobile phone contact info. and where you plan to board the bus.

The pick-up points are as follows:

7:30 a.m.  St. Edward’s

8:00 a.m.  St. Bridget ( Middle School Access Road parking lot)

8:30 a.m.  Columbian Center on Pump Rd.

We are usually back in Richmond around 6:00 p.m. ( depending on traffic).  Plan to bring your own food and drink and please check the weather forecast and dress appropriately.

Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks for your consideration and Happy New Year,

Mike K

January Meeting - Saturday January 4, 2025

Start the New Year off right!

Join our first meeting of the year, Saturday January 4, 2025 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

Our meeting will start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass

We will continue our discussion of

Men of the Word - The Good News - A Bible Study for Men Chapter 9

Books are available at the meeting.

The Monsignor Francis Byrne Council 5476 at St Bridget has graciously provided the books! Thanks Doug and Mike!

Remember to bring your Bible!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate our January meeting!

Thanks to Mike K for hosting and facilitating our December meeting!

After we finish Men of the Word, we will discuss

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict XVI

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

26th (!) Annual SBMMFF/KOC Christmas Party - Saturday, December 14

WHO:                       SBMMFF/KOC participants and spouses/significant others
WHAT:                      26th (!) Annual Pot-luck Christmas Party
WHERE:                   Special thanks to Leon and Laurie for hosting the dinner this year at their home, 13 Willway Ave, Richmond, VA 23226
WHEN:                     Saturday, 12/14 6:30 - 9:00 pm
WHY:                        Back by popular demand!!
WHAT YOU MUST DO:   Email lshadowen@aol.com if you are coming and what dish you will bring (main dish, side dish or dessert).  Remember we're a hungry crowd!!  Please try to bring dishes that do not need to be heated.  Thanks!

Remember, please try to bring "hungry-man" portions!!

SEE YA THERE!!!!

December Meeting - Saturday December 7, 2024

Our December meeting will be Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

Our meeting will start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass

We will continue our discussion of

Men of the Word - The Good News - A Bible Study for Men Chapter 8

Books are available at the meeting.

The Monsignor Francis Byrne Council 5476 at St Bridget has graciously provided the books! Thanks Doug and Mike!

Remember to bring your Bible!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate our December meeting!

Thanks to Steve G for facilitating our November meeting!

After we finish Men of the Word, we will discuss

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict XVI

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Our November meeting will be Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

Our meeting will start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass

We will continue our discussion of

Men of the Word - The Good News - A Bible Study for Men Chapter 7

Books are available at the meeting.

The Monsignor Francis Byrne Council 5476 at St Bridget has graciously provided the books! Thanks Doug and Mike!

Remember to bring your Bible!

Thanks to Steve G for volunteering to facilitate our November meeting!

Thanks to Wayne for facilitating our October meeting!

After we finish Men of the Word, we will discuss

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict XVI

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Men,

Father Seth will be leading us this Saturday from 8am-1030am at Saint Bridget for a Men's Catholic Conference.

Please join us for Mass and the Rosary at 8am.  Rosary will be led by Bob R.

This will be followed by a presentation and discussion on Evangelization led by Father Seth from 9am-1030am.

Coffee and bagels will be provided!

Please spread the word!  Evangelize!!

Please rsvp to Frank at fxdevenoge@gmail.com - mobile - 8048145607

Peace,

Frank

Our October meeting will be Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

Our meeting will start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass

We will continue our discussion of

Men of the Word - The Good News - A Bible Study for Men Chapter 6

Note that Chapter 6 utilizes Lectio Divina - for mor info on Lectio Devina go to:

https://www.simplycatholic.com/lectio-divina-reading-scripture/

The books will be available at the meeting,

or email lshadowen@aol.com

and we’ll figure out a way to get a book to you before the meeting.

The Monsignor Francis Byrne Council 5476 at St Bridget has graciously agreed to provide the books! Thanks Doug and Mike!

Remember to bring your Bible!

Thanks to Wayne for volunteering to facilitate our October meeting!

After we finish Men of the Word, we will discuss

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict XVI

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Our September meeting will be Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

Our meeting will start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass

We will continue our discussion of

Men of the Word - The Good News - A Bible Study for Men Chapter 5

The books will be available at the meeting,

or email lshadowen@aol.com

and we’ll figure out a way to get a book to you before the meeting.

The Monsignor Francis Byrne Council 5476 at St Bridget has graciously agreed to provide the books! Thanks Doug and Mike!

Remember to bring your Bible!

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate our September meeting!

Thanks to Wayne for facilitating our August meeting!

After we finish Men of the Word, we will discuss

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict XVI

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Our August meeting will be Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

Our meeting will start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass

We will continue our discussion of

Men of the Word - The Good News - A Bible Study for Men Chapter 4

The books will be available at the meeting,

or email lshadowen@aol.com

and we’ll figure out a way to get a book to you before the meeting.

The Monsignor Francis Byrne Council 5476 at St Bridget has graciously agreed to provide the books! Thanks Doug and Mike!

Remember to bring your Bible!

Thanks to Wayne for volunteering to facilitate our August meeting!

Thanks to Mike for facilitating our July meeting!

After we finish Men of the Word, we will discuss

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict XVI

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!

Our July meeting will be July 13, 2024 at 6:45 am, in the meeting room off the commons.

Our meeting will start at 6:45 AM and finish by 7:55 AM so guys can attend 8:00 am Mass

Our meeting will continue to serve as the COR program for the Knights of Columbus. We look forward to knights joining us!

We will continue our our discussion of

Men of the Word - The Good News - A Bible Study for Men Chapter 2

The books will be available at the meeting,

or email lshadowen@aol.com

and we’ll figure out a way to get a book to you before the meeting.

The Monsignor Francis Byrne Council 5476 at St Bridget has graciously agreed to provide the books! Thanks Doug and Mike!

Remember to bring your Bible!

Thanks to Frank for agreeing to facilitate our July meeting!

Thanks to Martin for facilitating our June meeting!

After we finish Men of the Word, we will discuss

Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict XVI

Email lshadowen@aol.com to volunteer to facilitate a meeting!