Fr DeFourLong-time members of the “Latin Mass Group” fondly remember Father Reginald DeFour CSSp, one of the eight priests who offered Mass for us at St. Agnes Church in Oakland.
Father DeFour died in San Diego, California on Monday, Nov. 15, 2021 at age 87.

The Schola Gregoriana of the Saint Gregory Institute of Sacred Music, along with the MPBOJ Schola Cantorum, will offer a special liturgical presentation of Gabriel Fauré’s setting of the Requiem Mass on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at 2:00 p.m.

MsgrLamondeMonsignor Joseph Lamonde died on Thursday, November 18, 2021 at age 73. Monsignor Lamonde, who retired from the United States Marine Corps after 30 years of service, became a great friend of Most Precious Blood of Jesus Parish. 
His funeral Mass will be offered on Monday, November 22 at 10:00 a.m. at Most Precious Blood of Jesus Parish by Bishop William Waltersheid.
Visitation is on Sunday, November 21, from 2 – 8 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE (412-563-2800) 1650 Greentree Road, Scott Township.

Requiem aeternam dona ei Domine, et lux perpetua luceat ei.
Requiescat in pace. Amen.

Parish Mission – Sunday Oct. 31 to Tuesday Nov. 2, given by Fr. Joseph Tuscan, O.F.M. Cap.
Fr. Joseph Tuscan
  • Sunday Oct. 31st at 6 p.m. – Conference, "The Greatest Threat to Holiness Today". Followed by Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament
  • Monday, Nov. 1st at 6 p.m. – Conference, "Forgiveness, Mercy, and Justice". Followed by Solemn Mass at 7 p.m. (All Saints Day; Holy Day of Obligation)
  • Tuesday, Nov. 2nd at 6 p.m. – Rosary and Conference, "St. Joseph, Model of Holiness". Apostolic Blessing (Plenary Indulgence), Solemn Requiem Mass at 7 p.m. (All Souls Day)

Tom Smith delivers the PIZZAS1At 6 p.m. on Saturday, October 30, the parish will host a Men's Night in the parish school building. All male parishioners age 21+ are invited.

Expect lively conversation, a brief address by one of the Canons, and to get to know other men from the parish. Pizza and beverages will be provided, but attendees are encouraged to bring snack food, drinks, and a few dollars to defray expenses. The basketball court, bowling alley, and pool table will be available.

You can RSVP to Tom Smith via e-mail at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or by calling him at (412) 606-9866.