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2nd Sunday of Lent - Gospel Reflection

Reflecting on the Transfiguration, we are reminded that all human labor can shine with God's glory when offered in love. This Lent, identify how your work uplifts the dignity of others and offer it to the Lord to share in His glory.

Parish Council Meetings

Attend the Parish Pastoral Council meetings on the 1st Wednesday of every month at 7:00pm. Contact Fr. Thomas for more information or to reach out to a Parish Pastoral Council Member.

Lenten Challenge: Water Conservation

This week's Lenten metanoia invitation focuses on water conservation. Reflect on the importance of water, a vital resource threatened by pollution. Start by conserving water in simple ways like harvesting and reusing for gardening.

March Birthdays Celebration

We will be celebrating birthdays for parishioners with March birthdays on Sunday, March 8. All are invited to receive a blessing at Mass and enjoy refreshments after Mass for continued celebration.

Lent Music | Música para Cuaresma

Praise & Worship AOH Music https://web.tabella.app/podcast/2780ea72-e59e-4eaf-9a47-a7e6a3371813 Música de Nico Cabrera y Vale Montes https://web.tabella.app/podcast/a2a183f2-4359-463a-89fd-98d080124d91

Prepárate para la Confesión 🕊️ Prepare for Confession

🇺🇸 Get ready for Confession with the Confession Kit https://web.tabella.app/podcast/2c2e6086-38b7-4875-b98a-c5778517e024 🇲🇽 Prepárate para la Confesión con el Kit para Confesarte https://web.tabella.app/podcast/b88168e7-4a57-40be-a167-76756d61ea9c

Parish Pastoral Council Meeting

The Parish Pastoral Council meeting will be held on the 1st Wednesday of the month at 7:00pm at St. Therese. Contact the council for more information or to address any parish emergencies after hours. Meeting minutes are available in both parish offices.

Upcoming Masses and Liturgical Readings

Join us for Mass on Sunday, February 22, observing the 1st Sunday of Lent with readings from Genesis, Psalms, Romans, and Matthew at various Mass times at St. Vincent Pallotti and St. Therese. Additionally, consider attending the weekday Masses as part of your Lenten spiritual journey.

Lenten Observances: Fast and Abstinence Guidelines

During Lent, Catholics are reminded to observe abstinence from meat on Ash Wednesday and Fridays, with fasting on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday for those over 18 till 59. Let us embrace these practices to deepen our spiritual reflections during this season of preparation.

Stations of the Cross ✝️ Vía Crucis

🇺🇸 Walk with Jesus this Lent 🙏 Discover the beauty of praying the Stations and meditate on His Passion here: https://web.tabella.app/podcast/d308d0a1-4d5b-4ff0-8fe9-020abdfaa3be 🇲🇽 Camina con Jesús en esta Cuaresma ✨ Descubre la riqueza del Vía Crucis y medita Su Pasión aquí: https://web.tabella.app/podcast/f7667582-056c-43cb-8069-7b8ab7047a36

A Season of Conversion ✨ Tiempo de conversión

🇺🇸 Today we begin our 40-day Lenten journey 🙏 “You are dust…” — let’s return to Him with all our hearts 🤎 🇲🇽 Hoy iniciamos los 40 días de Cuaresma ✨ “Polvo eres…” — volvamos a Él con todo el corazón 🤎

🇺🇸 Walk with Jesus this Lent and dive into reflections, prayers, and daily inspiration. Don’t forget to visit the Media section for more 🙏✨ 🇲🇽 Camina con Jesús en esta Cuaresma y descubre reflexiones, oraciones e inspiración diaria. No olvides visitar la sección de Media para más 🙏✨

Sunday Mass Schedule

Join us this Sunday at St. Therese Parish: 9:00 am | St. Vincent Pallotti: 10:30 am. Experience the joy of worshiping together.

Upcoming Event: Men of Christ Conference

Men of Christ Conference on March 14 at Milwaukee Theater. Strengthen your faith and connect with a community of brothers. Register at menofchrist.net.

Lenten Blessings

Ash Wednesday is on February 18. Pick up a Lenten reflection booklet and prepare your heart for this sacred season of Lent.

Youth Ministry and Formation Programs

Engage with our youth ministry, Bible study, and catechesis programs. Be part of nurturing future leaders of our faith community.

Volunteer Opportunities

Help serve those in need through our community projects. Volunteer at our upcoming sandwich-making outreach event on March 8.

5th Sunday in Ordinary Time liturgy reflection

In today's Gospel, we are reminded that as followers of Christ, we are the light of the world and called to stand out with humble confidence. Let us have the courage to boldly share our faith and good deeds so others may glorify God. - Father John Muir

Parish Pastoral Council Meeting

The Parish Pastoral Council meeting will be held on the 1st Wednesday of the month at 7:00pm. Parishioners are welcome to contact a council member for more information or to leave a message for them in the parish office.

Bible Study and Mass Schedule

Join us for Bible study on Tuesday and Thursday mornings and for Mass on weekdays and weekends. Check the schedule for specific times and locations for different activities throughout the week.

Ash Wednesday Mass Schedule

Ash Wednesday is on February 18th. Masses with distribution of ashes will be held at various times throughout the day at both St. Therese Parish and St. Vincent Pallotti Parish. All are welcome to attend these special Masses.

World Marriage Day Celebration

World Marriage Day is on February 15th. Join us as we honor the beauty of marriage and celebrate the faithfulness of husbands and wives. Special blessings will be offered to married couples during Masses on that day.

This Week at St. Therese & St. Vincent Pallotti

Sun, Jan 25: Readings Is 8:23-9:3/Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14/1 Cor 1:10-13, 17/Mt 4:12-23. SVPE Birthday/Library Weekend & SVdP Collection. Mon, Jan 26: Reconciliation at SVPE at 6:45am. 7:30am Mass at SVPE. 8:15am Fourth Sunday Formation at SVPE.

St. Blaise Blessing Weekend

Join us on Jan 31 & Feb 1 for the Blessing of the Throats in honor of St. Blaise. Pray for healing, line up after Mass for the blessing. All are welcome to participate.

Emmaus 90 Registration Open

Join the 90-day journey with daily prayer prompts, guidebook, livestream sessions, challenges, and community. Register by Dec 10 for guidebook by Jan 1 at emmaus90.com.

Men of Christ Conference

Men of Christ conference returns on March 14 at Milwaukee Theater downtown. Stand up, live your faith boldly. Register at menofchrist.net to make an impact.

Pius XII Emblem Retreat for Catholic Scouts

Earn your Pius XII Emblem at the retreat on March 13-15 at Christ Pond Retreat Center. RSVP by Feb 15. Contact Bill Korducki at (262) 210-6171 for more info.