St. Augustine

Upcoming Events at Our Lady of Good Hope

Sun: 11am Mass followed by Parish Picnic in the courtyard. Tue: 7pm Bible Study in the Parish Hall. Fri: 6pm Reconciliation Service in the church.

Calling All Volunteers

Our ministry is in need of volunteers for upcoming events. If you are interested in serving the community, please contact the parish office.

Reminder: Sacrament Preparation

Parents of candidates preparing for sacraments, please note the upcoming preparation sessions on Saturdays. Your attendance is vital.

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 🙏✨

Upcoming Events at St. John Paul II Parish

This Week at St. John Paul II: - Mon: Prayer Group Meeting at 6 pm - Tue: Bible Study at 7 pm - Fri: Adoration and Confessions from 5 pm to 7 pm

Ministries & Formation

Interested in volunteering? Reach out to our St. Vincent de Paul Conference to provide help for those in need in our community. Contact info available on our website.

Special Collection Reminder

Remember to support our upcoming collection for the Retirement Fund for Religious on March 13. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

Weekly Schedule

Confession: Wed 5.30 pm - 6.45 pm, Sat 2.45 pm - 3.45 pm | Adoration: Mon 5.30 pm - 6.30 pm, Thu 8.45 am | Office: Mon-Fri 9.00 am - 4.00 pm

Ash Wednesday Services

Ash Wednesday services will be held on February 18, 2026, at multiple locations, including Our Lady of Mercy at 8:30 am, St. Benedict at 6:30 pm, and more. Start Lent with prayer and reflection.

Events This Week

Participate in the liturgical ministries at various Masses this week. Remember, it's a special time to foster discipleship by making the Eucharist the center of our lives.

Family Unity Discernment Day

Join us on February 21, 2026, at St. Benedict the Moor for Unity Discernment Day. Be part of shaping the community's future by discerning together as a parish family.

Sensory Friendly Mass on March 22

Join us for a Sensory-Friendly Mass on Sunday, March 22 at 8am at St. Henry. This Mass offers accommodations for individuals with sensory processing issues, allowing them to participate fully in the liturgy and embrace the mission of the Church. Contact Jennifer Zwiers or Steve Bermick for more information.

Fr. Anaclet Visiting SJPII

Fr. Anaclet, the pastor of St. Jude in Haiti, will be visiting our parish from February 20-25. Learn about the life-saving work at St. Jude clinic in Port-au-Prince and how we can support this mission. Attend Masses on Feb 21-22 to hear Fr. Anaclet or join the Haiti Information Night on Feb 23 at SH BLS Cafeteria.

Special Mass with Archbishop Casey & Fr. Kyle Schnipple

Archbishop Casey and Fr. Kyle Schnipple will celebrate a special Mass with friends who live with disabilities on Saturday, March 7 at 4pm at St. John the Baptist. All are welcome to attend and join the reception afterward. For participation details, contact Lisa Averion.

This Week at St. John Paul II

Sun: Mass at 8am, 9am, 10am; Confessions at 11am. Please join us in prayer and worship this Sunday.

Save the Date

February 28th: Junior High Retreat from 1pm to 9pm at St. Mary of the Assumption. For grades 7-8. Registration fee $10.

Become a Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul

Do you feel called to serve others in need? Join the St. Vincent de Paul team and help make a difference. Contact Deacon Terry Martin for more information.

Catholic Days for Life Campaign

February 18th to March 29th: Join us in a prayer campaign to support the sanctity of life. Let us pray and work together to protect the unborn. Enroll now to be a part of this important cause.

Welcoming Fr. Anaclet to SJPII

Exciting opportunity to learn about the St. Jude clinic in Haiti. Guest speaker Fr. Anaclet to share about the life-saving work. Attend the Haiti Information Night on February 23rd at 6pm in the SJPII BLS Cafeteria.

Mass Schedule & Intentions

5th Sunday in Ordinary Time on February 8, 2026. Multiple Mass timings at St. Augustine, St. Benedict the Moor, Queen of Martyrs, and Our Lady of Grace with specific presiders and liturgical ministers listed.

Liturgy of the Hours & Movie Night

Monday, February 9, 2026: Liturgy of the Hours-Morning Prayer at Queen of Martyrs 10:00 am. Movie Night showing 'The Chosen' at McAuley Hall, Queen of Martyrs, 6:30 pm.

Prayer Groups & Bible Studies

Charismatic Prayer Group at Corpus Christi on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 9:30 am. Bible Study at Queen of Martyrs on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 9:30 am. Additional bible studies at St. Benedict the Moor and Our Lady of Grace.

Rosary & Fish Fry Volunteer Call

Regular Rosary sessions held at St. Benedict the Moor, Queen of Martyrs, and St. Augustine on specified days and times. 2026 Lenten Fish Fry at St. Benedict the Moor starting on February 20 - volunteers needed for various tasks.

Upcoming Event: Super Bowl Party

Queen of Martyrs Men's Club hosting 4th Annual Super Bowl Party on February 8, 2026, at McAuley Hall. Buffet featuring chili dogs, sloppy joes, with fun activities and support for St. Vincent de Paul.

This Week's Events

Sun 8AM Mass - For the soul of Rev. Rob Jack Sun 9AM Mass - For the Sheldrick Family Sun 6PM Mass - For the soul of Robert Perchak Mon 8AM Mass - For the soul of Dick Wheeler Tue 7AM Mass - For the soul of Pamela Friehofer Wed 9AM Mass - For the soul of Rose Marie Lazarde Thu 8AM Mass - For Joseph C Bauer Fri 8AM Mass - For the soul of Mary DeLuca Sat 4PM Mass - For the soul of Parker