Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish

Preparing for the Feast of Saint Joseph | Preparándonos para la Fiesta de San José

🇺🇸 As we prepare for his feast, Saint Joseph reminds us that holiness often grows in silence, trust, and daily faithfulness. 🇲🇽 Mientas nos preparamos para su fiesta, San José nos recuerda que la santidad a menudo crece en el silencio, la confianza y la fidelidad diaria.

Mass Schedule for the Week

Weekday Masses: Mon 6pm GOH, Tue 9am OLV, Wed 9am GOH, Fri Noon OLV. Confessions: Saturdays from Noon—1pm. Odd Months at GOH, Even Months at OLV. Join us for worship at various times throughout the weekend at both Our Lady of Victory and Gate of Heaven.

Lenten Activities and Reflections

As we are in the season of Lent, join us for special activities such as Stations of the Cross on MAR 13 at 12:30pm @OLV and a Poor Man’s Supper at 5pm @ GOH, followed by Stations of the Cross at 6:30pm. Remember 'The Light is On for You' on MAR 16 at 5pm at GOH, and take advantage of opportunities for Confession on Monday evenings during Lent from 5-6pm @ GOH (Not on 3/9).

Upcoming Second Collections

Don't forget to support various causes with our upcoming Second Collections. This Sunday, we will have a collection for Easter Flowers. Stay tuned for Diocesan Assessments on 3/15, Snow Removal on 3/22, Easter Octave on 3/29, and Care & Education of Priests on 4/5.

Parish Registration and Involvement

New parishioners are always welcome to join our community at Gate of Heaven or Our Lady of Victory. Contact the respective parish office to register and get involved. Be sure to visit our website or follow us on Facebook for the latest updates and events.

Chaplet of St. Joseph | Coronilla de San José

🇺🇸 Chaplet of St. Joseph: web.tabella.app/podcast/ec16ad25-a9dc-4c81-925c-307d10d6df1e 🇲🇽 Coronilla a San José: web.tabella.app/podcast/2129cbef-73a7-4435-a330-ed418313c76e

Confession Schedule

Confessions are available on Saturdays from Noon—1pm. Odd months at Gate of Heaven and even months at Our Lady of Victory. Additionally, Monday evenings during Lent from 5-6 pm at Gate of Heaven.

Stations of the Cross and Poor Man’s Supper

Join us for Stations of the Cross on various dates at different times and Poor Man’s Supper events at Gate of Heaven Parish, followed by Stations of the Cross during Lent. The next Poor Man's Supper is on March 6 at 5pm at GOH.

Catechism Class Schedule

Regular CCD classes are scheduled for different Sundays in March at both parishes. Check the specific dates for regular CCD classes.

75th Anniversary Celebrations

Mark your calendars for the Gate of Heaven 75th Anniversary on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at 5:30pm. There will be a special Mass followed by a reception. Stay tuned for more details!

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

Mass Schedule for February 22-28, 2026

Join us for Mass at different times throughout the week at Our Lady of Victory and Gate of Heaven. Confessions also available on Saturdays.

Lenten Activities and Services

Participate in various Lenten activities such as Stations of the Cross, World Day of Prayer Service, and Poor Man’s Supper in the upcoming weeks.

Gate of Heaven 75th Anniversary Trivia

Test your knowledge with weekly trivia questions related to the history of Gate of Heaven Parish. Stay tuned for more questions!

Opportunities for Confession

Take the opportunity for confession during Lent with special services like 'The Light is On for You' on Monday evenings at Gate of Heaven.

Vocation Ministry and World Day of Prayer Service

Explore your calling to priesthood, consecrated life, or holy matrimony. Contact the Vocation Director or join the World Day of Prayer Service on March 6.

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 🙏✨

This Week's Mass Schedule

Saturday: 4pm at Our Lady of Victory, 5:30pm at Gate of Heaven. Sunday: 7:30am at Our Lady of Victory, 9:00am at Gate of Heaven, 10:30am at Our Lady of Victory.

Upcoming Events

Feb 18: Ash Wednesday Masses at 9am at GOH & 7pm at OLV. Feb 20: Stations of the Cross at 12:30pm at OLV and Poor Man’s Supper at 5pm at GOH followed by Stations of the Cross at 6:30pm.

Blood Drive

There will be a Blood Drive at GOH Parish Center on Feb 21. Your donation can save lives. Contact the parish office for more information.

Religious Education

Feb 15: No Classes for President’s Weekend. Feb 22, March 1, 8: Regular Class Schedule.

75th Anniversary Celebration

The 75th Anniversary of Gate of Heaven Parish will be celebrated on Nov 21, 2026, at 5:30pm. Bishop Joseph C. Bambera will preside over a special Mass followed by a celebratory event.

This Week's Mass Schedule

Saturday: 4pm at Our Lady of Victory, 5:30pm at Gate of Heaven. Sunday: 7:30am at Our Lady of Victory, 9:00am at Gate of Heaven, 10:30am at Our Lady of Victory. Weekday Masses: Monday 6pm at GOH, Tuesday 9am at OLV, Wednesday 9am at GOH, Friday Noon at OLV.

Opportunities for Confession

Saturdays from Noon–1pm. Odd Months at GOH, Even Months at OLV. Reconciliation Services with Distribution of Ashes on February 20th at 9am at GOH and Fridays after Noon Mass at OLV, and 7pm at OLV.

Lenten Preparation: Penance Services

Prepare for Lent with Reconciliation services. Stations of the Cross starting February 18th at 6:30pm at Gate of Heaven. Reconciliation opportunities: Mondays during Lent from 5-6pm at GOH. The Light is On for You!