ASH WEDNESDAY MASSES - March 6 - 9:00 AM & 6:00 PM Liturgy Schedule for the 6:00 PM Mass Lector: Ed Bauman E.M.: Steve Stolz & Becca Weist Gift Bearers: Faith Formation Students Servers: Noah Wallerich, Logan Norlund Ushers: Ken & Barb Kobs, Roger Reckmann, Robbie Benedict
STATIONS OF THE CROSS WITH EXPOSITION AND BENEDICTION…...FRIDAY’S at St. Mary’s & St. Patrick’s - 6:30 PM (Led by either Father Wilmot or Deacon Dose, (alternating parishes).
MASS AT ST. PATRICK’S - every Wednesday during Lent at 5:00 PM
MASS AT ST. MARY’S - Monday through Friday at 9AM
LENTEN SOUP SUPPERS at St. Mary’s - Wednesdays - 5:30 6:30 PM
LENTEN PENANCE SERVICE AT ST. MARY’S - Sunday, April 7, at 3:30 PM.
LENTEN MEDITATION - “Little Black books for Adults” and “Little Purple Books for Children” are available at both parishes. There will be extra opportunities for confession for everybody during Lent and Holy Week. Times and days yet to be published. Father will be hearing children’s confession during classes in both parishes on specified dates. Check with your Religious Ed. Director for dates and times.
RULES FOR FASTING AND ABSTINENCE From the USCCB……...Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are obligatory days of fasting and abstinence for Catholics. In addition, Fridays during Lent are obligatory days of abstinence. For members of the Latin Catholic Church, the norms on fasting are obligatory from age 18 until age 59. When fasting, a person is permitted to eat one full meal, as well as two smaller meals that together are not equal to a full meal. The norms concerning abstinence from meat are binding upon members of the Latin Catholic Church from age 14 onwards.
ST. JOSEPH’S TABLE /FOOD SHELF/ MARCH FOOD SHARE PROJECT…. As part of your Lenten practices of fasting, prayer, and almsgiving, kindly consider bringing nonperishable food items during March for the St. Joseph’s Table, which is near the parking entrance. Your generosity will benefit the Lake City Food Shelf during the major impact time of “Food Share Challenge” Month, maximizing the Food Shelf’s ability to assist local families. If we all do a little, our parish can help a lot! Thank you for sharing with our brothers & sisters in urgent need. The background on the St. Joseph’s Table dates back many centuries to a time of great famine in Sicily. An explanatory note is on the table for those interested in learning about this tradition.
CARE PACKAGE MINISTRY…. is one way that we reach out to the young adults of our parish family members who are away at college, in the military or living away from home. To make this successful we need a few things: 1) Contact information for the young adults (forms available at Church entrances); 2) volunteers to help with the care packages; 3) Prayer partners; and 4) financial contributions (2nd collection will be scheduled soon). Interested volunteers are invited to attend a short meeting on Wednesday, February 6 at 4:30 PM in the Fireside Room. Care packages will be sent between Feb. 15-March 15. Thank you for your help!
UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF MINNESOTA IN RE DIOCESE OF WINONAROCHESTER, CASE NO. 18-33707……… If you were sexually abused by a person connected with the Diocese, a school in the Diocese, or have any claim against the Diocese, you must file a claim by April 8, 2019. For more information, visit www.dowr.org For U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the district of Minnesota information, visit mnb.uscourts.gov. For advice about your rights, contact an attorney.
“Calling all singers, or warblers, or Yodelers”...anyone with a voice to praise! Choir has begun and people can still join choir practice on Thursdays at 7:00 PM. We have a great group that loves new members….yes, we sing, but have also created a strong support group. You do not have to commit to every week or every Sunday….we’ll take you whenever we can. Make Thursday night YOUR night & join our family! Call or text Lisa with any questions, 651-448-0015.
First Friday Communion Visits by Father Wilmot - If you would like a Communion visit from Father Wilmot or if your would like to be added to Father's First Friday Communion List, call the office at 651-345-4134.
Homebound Ministry: There are several parishioners of St. Mary’s who are in the Care Center, the Bluffs and homebound who would be happy to receive visitors. As part of the Body of Christ, we are called to be Christ to one another. There is a need to invigorate the Homebound Ministry so that these special friends and family members know that they are remembered and loved. Please consider being a part of this important ministry by volunteering a few hours each month or by becoming a prayer partner. For more information regarding this rewarding opportunity, please contact Barb Kobs or Maria Schultz at 651-345-4134.
FREE EXERCISE FOR SENIORS….. Fit & Strong! Is an evidence - based exercise and health behavior change program for older adults, especially those with osteoarthritis. Classes consist of stretching, low-impact aerobics, strength training exercise and group discussion on health related topics. All materials needed for the classes are provided free of charge through sponsorship by Catholic Charities. Join us for this 12 week session beginning Tuesday, January 31st. Classes will be held on Tuesday and Thursdays from 10:30 - noon at St. Mary’s Church. For more information or to register call Patty at 651-380-8752 or online at www.ccwinona.org. Class size is limited.
Prayer Groups/Bible Studies/Book Studies
Prayer and Adoration - Mondays 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. St. Mary's
Rosary - Prayed 20 minutes before all Masses.