During the Lenten time all of us should remember personal prayers, to read and reflect on Holy Scripture, and to attend the liturgy of Sunday Mass. Fasting – we are called to abstain from meat on Wednesdays and Fridays for those who are 14 years old and above and are otherwise physically able. During Holy Week we abstain from meat from Wednesday through Saturday in preparation for the Lord’s resurrection and in recognition of all He did for us.
You are invited to attend Lenten Devotions to reflect on the redemptive sufferings and death of our Lord on Wednesdays at 7:15 P.M.
Ash Wednesday – The Beginning Of Lent
On Wednesday, March 9, 2011 the Church begins the season of Lent. On that day two Masses will be celebrated: at 12:00 P.M. with the Blessing and distribution of Ashes and at 7:15 p.m. with the Blessing and distribution of Ashes. Beginning on Ash Wednesday we are called to repent, to change our minds about the way we live our lives in the sight of God.
Wednesday Lenten Devotions
- March 16, 2011 @ 7:15 PM — Bitter lamentations #1
- March 23, 2011 @ 7:15 PM — Stations of the Cross (Youth Group members and 1st Holy Communion Students)
- March 30, 2011 @ 7:15 PM — Bitter Lamentations #2
- April 6, 2011 @ 7:15 PM — Stations of the Cross (Youth Group members and 1st Holy Communion Students)
- April 13, 2011 – @ 7:15 PM — Bitter Lamentations #3
- April 22, 2011 – Good Friday @ 3 PM — Stations of the Cross with youth and children participation
Alms Box
Our parish traditionally uses the Alms Box in the vestibule of the church for the benefit of the poor. Please continue to support this great cause to help the less fortunate of our society particularly as a sacrifice during Lent. “When you give alms, your left hand must not know what your right is doing – your almsgiving must be secret, and your father who sees all that is done in secret will reward you.” — Matthew 6:3-4.