St. Alphonsus

Lenten CRS Rice Bowl Program

Participate in the CRS Rice Bowl Lenten program to reflect on living out the Gospel call by supporting those in need globally and locally through donations. Collections will be held on Palm Sunday weekend.

Eucharistic Adoration & Stations of the Cross Schedule

Join us for Eucharistic Adoration and Stations of the Cross on Tuesdays at Holy Cross - Bristol, Wednesdays at St. Alphonsus, Thursdays at St. Alphonsus, and Fridays at Holy Cross - Wilmot.

Tri-Parish Faith Formation Program

The Tri-Parish Faith Formation Program meets at St. Alphonsus, New Munster. Upcoming dates: Mar 1 & 8 (with Stations of the Cross), Mar 15 - Family Event #2 at St. John's, Mar 22 & 29 - No Class due to Holy Week.

Building and Maintenance Fund Collection

This weekend, a second collection will be taken for the Building and Maintenance Funds at all Parishes. Your contributions through the gold or Fix It envelopes are greatly appreciated to support our parish community. Thank you for your generosity!

💜 LENT 101 — The Essential Guide, Rooted in Faith

Listen to Lent 101, the perfect guide for this sacred season and one of the most significant times in the Catholic Church. Discover the essentials of reflection, sacrifice, and spiritual renewal as we prepare for Easter. Whether you’re listening on the go or during a quiet moment of prayer, this series helps you dive into the heart of the season and center your soul on what truly matters: https://web.tabella.app/podcast/6e3bb6e7-39c6-4073-8aa2-8fe7884a55fd

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

Fr. Dennis' Message

Dear Parishioners, the Lenten season is an opportunity for personal and communal growth as disciples of Jesus. Embrace traditional Lenten practices of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving...

Upcoming Events This Week

1. Feb 28: Men of Prayer Day Retreat at St. Benedict's Abbey. 2. Feb 25: Blood Drive at St. John the Evangelist Parish in Twin Lakes. Please consider donating to save lives.

Save the Date

Mar 1: Hospitality Sunday after Mass. Join us for fellowship and refreshments at St. Alphonsus, Holy Cross, and St. John the Evangelist. See you there!

Schedules Reminder

Confession: Wed 6–7pm; Sat 3–4pm. Adoration: Thu 9am–7pm. Parish Office Hours: Mon–Thu 9am–3pm. Stay connected with your faith community.

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 🙏✨

Lenten Opportunities Flyer Available

Check out the Lenten opportunities flyer in today's bulletin for various opportunities in our Tri-Parish Catholic Community. Save it for future reference to make the most of this Lenten season of growth and renewal.

Upcoming Events at St. Alphonsus, Holy Cross, & St. John

This week, join us for Eucharistic Adoration on Feb 15 at 9:45 am. On Feb 19th and 26th, there will be a special Lenten Spirituality day retreat focusing on prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Also, don't miss the Gospel Meditation event on Feb 24 from 9 am to 4 pm.

Ash Wednesday Services - Feb 18th

Join us for Ash Wednesday services on Feb 18th at Holy Cross Bristol at 8:30 am and at St. John the Evangelist at 6:30 pm. Let's begin the Lenten season together in prayer and reflection.

Change in Office Hours at St. John

Starting Feb 16, the St. John Parish Office will be closed on Mondays. You can now visit the office on Wednesdays from 10 am to Noon. For in-person assistance on other days, St. Alphonsus office is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 am to 4 pm.

Eucharistic Adoration and Prayer Schedule

Join us for Silent Adoration and Rosary this week on Tuesdays at Holy Cross Bristol from 10-11 am, Wednesdays at St. Alphonsus from 10-11 am, and Fridays at Holy Cross Wilmot from 3-4 pm. Let us come together in prayer and reflection.

Mass Schedule Update

Please note the updated Mass schedule: St. Alphonsus - Saturday at 5:00 p.m. and Sunday at 8:30 a.m. Holy Cross - Wilmot has Mass on Saturday at 4:30 p.m. and Sunday at 8:30 a.m. St. John the Evangelist in Twin Lakes hosts Mass on Sunday at 10:30 a.m.

Eucharistic Adoration & Prayer Schedule

Join us for Eucharistic Adoration and prayer sessions at different locations and times: Tuesdays at Holy Cross - Bristol, Wednesdays at St. Alphonsus, and Fridays at Holy Cross - Wilmot. Spend a special hour with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.

Upcoming Faith Formation Events

The Tri-Parish Faith Formation Program at St. Alphonsus, New Munster, is hosting a series of evening sessions focusing on Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving for Lenten reflection. Check the website for dates and details.

2026 Catholic Stewardship Appeal

Support the Catholic Stewardship Appeal to fund areas like forming priests, strengthening ministries, serving those in need, and supporting Catholic schools. Set goals for each parish include St. Alphonsus: $15,300, Holy Cross: $19,700, St. John the Evangelist: $16,600.

Join the Blood Drive at St. John The Evangelist

Participate in the blood drive on February 25th from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at St. John The Evangelist Parish in Twin Lakes. All attempting donors receive a free Admirals ticket. Appointments preferred, walk-ins welcome. Contact us to schedule your appointment.

This Week at St. Alphonsus, Holy Cross, and St. John the Evangelist

Mass Schedule: St. Alphonsus - Saturday 5:00 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m.; St. John the Evangelist - Sunday 10:30 a.m.; Holy Cross - Wilmot, Sunday 8:30 a.m. Eucharistic Adoration: Tuesdays at Holy Cross - Bristol, Wednesdays at St. Alphonsus. Tri-Parish Building and Maintenance Fund collection: Please support our fund this weekend. Faith Formation Evening Series at Benedict Abbey Retreat Center on Feb 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th. Next Sunday observance: 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time; World Marriage Day.

Lenten Spirituality Evening Series at Benedict Abbey Retreat Center

Join us for a retreat focusing on Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving on Thursday evenings throughout February from 7pm - 8pm. No fee. Overnight Silent Retreat led by Fr. Daniel from Feb 9th to Feb 11th. $140 fee per person, registration deadline is Jan 30th. Day Retreat on Lenten Spirituality with Br. Matthew on Feb 24th, 9am – 4pm. Fee $10 per person, lunch included, registration deadline is Feb 18th.

Tri-Parish Men's Day Retreat at St. Benedict's Abbey

Men's Day of Prayer and Discernment of Prayer for Lent at St. Benedict's Abbey on Feb 28th from 9am to 3pm. Cost $42, includes lunch. Registration required - seats limited to 50. Contact Dcn. Greg Webster at [email protected] for more information.

Upcoming Blood Drive at St. John the Evangelist Parish

Blood Drive on February 25th from 3pm to 7pm at 701 N Lake Avenue, Twin Lakes. Make an appointment by scanning the QR code or calling 877-232-4376. All attempting donors receive a free Admirals ticket.