St. John the Apostle Parish

💜 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

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

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 🙏✨

Mass Intentions & Readings of the Week

Sunday, February 15... 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time with Mass intentions and readings. Followed by reflections on righteousness and love.

Upcoming Confession Schedule

Confession times: Wednesdays 4-5 PM. Make time for reconciliation and reflection in preparation for the Lenten season.

Ash Wednesday Schedule

Wednesday, February 18: Prepare for Lent with Ash Wednesday Masses at multiple times throughout the day for English and Spanish speakers.

Gala Event on February 27

Join us for the annual Gala honoring St. George Catholic School. Enjoy an evening of dinner, dancing, and auctions at Alexis Event Venue.

Marriage on Tap

Marriage on Tap is scheduled for February 21 at 6:30 PM in the PCC Auditorium. Couples are invited to step away from the busyness of life for an evening of appetizers, drinks, fellowship, and conversation about building intimacy and trust in marriage. A great chance to deepen your marital unity and trust in God.

Girl's Retreat

A High School Girls Retreat will be held on February 28 at 10:00 AM in the PCC Building. All girls from 8th grade through high school are invited to a day focused on discovering who they are in Christ. The retreat includes inspiring talks, small groups, activities, testimonies, and time for prayer and worship.

St. Andrew Breakfast

The next St. Andrew Breakfast for young men in high school and college will take place on February 21 at 8:00 AM at St. Patrick Cathedral. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the priesthood, ask questions, and deepen your understanding of God's call in a welcoming setting.

Mass Intentions & Readings of the Week

Sunday, February 8: 9:30 AM Andrea Perez, 11:30 AM Parishioners, 1:30 PM Private Intention. Reflection on being a good steward of gifts from Is 58:7 10 / 1 Cor 2:1 5 / Mt 5:13 16 emphasizing the positive effects of generosity.

Stewardship Reflection on Monday, February 9

Acknowledgment of being good stewards through recognizing God's gifts and sharing them as mentioned in 1 Kgs 8:1 7 / Mk 6:53 56.

Meditation on Stewardship on Tuesday, February 10

Reflecting on being a light for others according to Is 58:7-10 and Mk 7:1-13, highlighting the impact of good works on encouraging more good deeds.

Thursday, February 12 Schedule

5:30 PM Memorial for Isabel Lara, reflecting on the importance of recognizing God's work through us and the humility needed in stewardship from 1 Kgs 11:4 13 / Mk 7:24 30.

This Week at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

Mon: Monday Scripture Study at 6 PM in PCC Cafe. Tues: Holy Fire Prayer Group at 10 AM in PCC 114. Wed: Griefshare at 6.30 PM in PCC 118. Thurs: SEAS Vocations Ministry Meeting at 7 PM in PCC 114. Fri: Friday Morning Scripture Study at 10.30 AM in PCC Cafe.

Upcoming Events

Feb 8: Knitting for Charity at 10 AM in Parish Hall. Feb 10: Seton Moms meeting at 9.30 AM in PCC Cafe. Feb 11: Wednesday Morning Faith Study at 10.30 AM in PCC Cafe. Feb 13: Pray & Life Workshops at 7 PM in PCC 114. Feb 14: ARC - All Women Rooted in Christ meeting at 6 AM in Church & Parish Hall.

Missions & Community Support

Consider donating to SEAS Outreach Ministry and Baby Closet. Needed items include shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, diapers, and winter clothing. Drop off items in the Narthex during office hours to support families in need.

Marriage on Tap Event

Attend the Marriage on Tap event on Feb 21 at 6.30 PM in PCC Auditorium. Join in for a night of appetizers, drinks, fellowship, and learn practical habits for building intimacy in marriage. Register now to grow closer with your spouse.

Lenten Fish Frys

Join us for Lenten Fish Frys every Friday during Lent, starting February 28th from 5 PM in the PAC Gym. Enjoy a delicious meal, fellowship, and a simple way to prepare our hearts for Easter. All are welcome!

Chili Cook Off: Dessert Donations Needed!

Help sweeten Fr. Flynn's Chili Cook-Off on February 14 by donating a dessert. Please drop off desserts between 3:30-5 PM at the PAC Gym. Your contributions are greatly appreciated!

Marriage On Tap

Join Marriage On Tap on February 14 at 5:30 PM in the PAC Gym for appetizers, drinks, and fellowship. This month's theme, 'Breaking the Rules,' invites couples into honest, grace-filled conversations to deepen marital intimacy.