International Buy a Priest a Beer Day is Almost Here

September 18, 2020
St. Hopswald of Aleyard, the first man
to take his priest out for a beer.

Did you know that this Sunday, September 20, is International Buy a Priest a Beer Day? We are now in our 7th year of this glorious festal day. On this auspicious occaision, faithful Catholics all over the world take their priests out for a beer and get to know them better. It’s a beautiful Catholic tradition that goes back to the time of St. Hopswald of Aleyard, the first man to take his priest out for a beer. So break out the kegs and let the good times roll.

Seriously, though, priests are real people, and they enjoy socializing over good food and drink as much as anyone. They also have a thankless and difficult job, a job that we couldn’t get to heaven without. Priests are the lifeblood of the Church, and they deserve some appreciation.

So with that in mind, I would challenge you to do something concrete to show appreciation to your priest this Sunday (if it’s not precisely on this day, don’t worry, you can still participate). Yes, it could be taking him out for a beer, or it could be inviting him over to share dinner with your family. Be creative if you want, but give back to your priest somehow, and let him know that his ministry is making a difference.

Of course, your priest may be insanely busy and unable to schedule a time for a lengthier visit. That’s okay. You could offer a rosary or a holy hour for him and his intentions (or better yet, more than one), and let him know that you are regularly praying for him. At the very least, express to him your gratitude, in person or via a note, for his faithful ministry and his answering God’s call to the priesthood.

I fully expect there to be a lot of happy, encouraged priests by the end of the month. Ready, set, go.

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  1. Hania says

    Wasn’t that on 9th of September? I mean, every occasion to grab a beer with a priest is great, but…special feast twice a month? 😀

  2. Irene Deem says

    Hi you guys,

    Just want to tell you thank you for a great idea. I am the area coordinator for EWTN Media Missionaries Diocese of Santa Rosa and delivered some beers to the chancery Thursday in advance of BAPAB day. Here is the response from Bishop Vasa via the Youth and Young Adult Ministry Director, Stephen Morris.

    Bishop’s reaction when he saw the treasure trove, ” WOW! What a great selection! I have a whole new found fondness for EWTN”

    So much fun! Thanks again.

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