St. Maximilian Kolbe

Lenten Fish Fry Fridays

Join us for Lenten Fish Fry Fridays on February 27, and March 6, 13, 20, 27 from 4:30 to 7:30 pm in the Parish Activities Center (PAC). All-you-can-eat fried fish and sides available at $14 for adults, $12 for seniors, $6 for kids (4-12), and free for children under 3. Pizza option at $2. Prices include meal, lemonade, coffee, and water.

Stations of the Cross

Stations of the Cross will be held every Friday during Lent, starting February 20th at 7:30 pm. Join us in praying the Stations of the Cross as we reflect on the passion and sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

Last Chance: Clothing Collection

This is the last weekend to donate new adult underwear and socks for the Middletown Interfaith Clothes Closet this month. Please drop off your donations in the labeled bin located in the back of the church by February 28th.

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 Events at Our Lady of Peace

Monday: 9:00 AM Mass Tuesday: 12:10 PM Mass Wednesday: 12:10 PM Mass, 8:00 AM Mass Thursday: 12:10 PM Mass Friday: 8:00 AM Mass Saturday: 4:30 PM Mass Sunday: 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM Masses

Volunteers Needed for Lenten Fish Fry

Help out at the Lenten Fish Fry on Fridays of Lent, starting February 20. Volunteer in the kitchen, serving, washing trays, bussing tables, and more. Contact Connie Hagedorn to get involved.

Registration Open at St. John XXIII Catholic School

Limited openings available in Preschool, Prekindergarten, Kindergarten, and 4th-7th grades. Schedule a tour or submit an application online. Join our faith-filled Catholic education community.

Save the Date: Trivia Night at Holy Trinity Church

Don't miss Trivia Night on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and trivia starts at 7:30 PM. Cash prizes, silent auction, raffle baskets, and more. Bring your team and test your knowledge!

First Reconciliation for Grade 2 Students

Scheduled for Thursday, February 13. Parents are encouraged to attend this important sacrament preparation.

Next Sunday's Preparation

Youth events and Bible study groups resume next Sunday. Stay tuned for more details!

Church Ministry Updates

Bible Study on Revelation: The Kingdom Yet to Come on Thursday at 7:00 pm. Don't miss this opportunity for spiritual growth.

This Week's Events

Sun 9:00 am - Sunday Mass at Holy Trinity Church. Sat 4:30 pm & Sun 10:30 am - Mass at St. John Church. Tue 6:30 pm - OCIA in church basement. Wed 6:00 pm - Women’s Welcome Group Potluck dinner at Holy Name Parish Hall. Wed 6:30 pm - Exposition & Adoration. Thu 6:00 pm - Weekly Bible Study: The Kingdom Yet to Come.

Upcoming Events

Jan 27 - Women's Welcome Weekend Dinner at Holy Name. Jan 25-31 - Annual Catholic Schools Week. Feb 8 - Pray-N-Play event at OLOS. Feb 12 - First Reconciliation at Holy Family. Feb 18 - Ash Wednesday.

Mass Schedule

Sun 8:30 am Mass at Holy Name of Jesus. Sun 10:30 am Mass at St. John XXIII. Confessions on 2nd & 4th Wednesdays and Sundays at Holy Name of Jesus. Saturday 4:00 pm & Sunday 10:30 am Mass at Our Lady of Sorrows.

Adoration and Prayer

Join for Adoration every Thursday from 9 am to 7 pm at Holy Name of Jesus. Pray the Rosary on Tuesday at 6:30 pm in the Daily Mass Chapel.

Special Announcements

Parent blessing ceremony during the 10:30 AM Mass on Jan 11th at Holy Family. Special Clothing Collection in February for Middletown Interfaith Clothes Closet. Celebrate Boy Scout Sunday on Feb 8th at Holy Family Parish.

Weekend Mass Schedule

Saturday 4:30 pm & Sunday 10:30 am at St. John Church. Reconciliation offered on Saturdays at 3:30 pm.

Upcoming Events

VBS Planning Meeting at Holy Trinity Church Basement on Jan 18. Leisure Group Gathering at OLOS on Jan 21.

Annual Catholic Schools Week

Celebrated from Jan 25 to Jan 31. Highlighting the value of Catholic education.

Pray-N-Play Event

Scheduled on Feb 8 at Our Lady of Sorrows. Join for a session of prayer and play.

Reconciliation and Confessions

Held on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays from 6:30-7:00 pm. Additional schedule on Sundays from 7:30-8:00 am.

This Week at Our Lady of Peace

Sun: 9:00 am - Parish School of Religion Grades K-8; 10:30 am - Mass. Mon: 8:30 am Mass. Wed: 8:30 am Mass; 6:00 pm Bible Study. Thu: 8:30 am Mass; 9:00 am to Noon - Exposition & Adoration. Fri: 8:30 am Morning Prayer; 9:00 am Mass. Sat: 3:00-3:30 pm Confessions; 4:00 pm Mass.

Save the Date - Our Lady of Peace

First Reconciliation for 2nd Graders on Jan 17; Women's Weekend Retreat on Jan 25-26; Welcome Men's Retreat on Feb 21; Confirmation Retreat on Feb 25; First Fruits Living retreat on Mar 15.

Giving & Special Collections - Our Lady of Peace

Ongoing: Donations for Middletown Pregnancy Center - toddler clothing needed. Upcoming Collection: Mission Appeal in support of Latin America missionary sisters on Sunday.

Schedules - Our Lady of Peace

Confessions: Wed & Sat; Exposition: Thu; Office Hours: Mon-Thu 9-3. Indoor Rosary on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm in the Daily Mass Chapel.