Preparing Our Hearts for Ash Wednesday

From the Pastor’s Desk

Fr. Skip reflects on the Beatitudes as Christ’s blueprint for authentic joy and servant-discipleship. In a culture focused on achievement and accumulation, Jesus calls us instead to humility, mercy, justice, and shared responsibility within the Body of Christ. The Beatitudes are not distant ideals but a present invitation for Blessed Trinity to live compassionately, serve generously, and witness courageously as we prepare our hearts for the Lenten season.

Prepare for Lent

As we approach the holy season of Lent, parishioners are encouraged to begin preparing spiritually through prayer, reflection, and renewed commitment to discipleship.

• Ash Wednesday – February 18, 2026
Mass times and distribution of ashes – Please see bulletin for event details, date and time.

Lenten Soup and Sides

The parish will once again gather for Lenten Soup and Sides during the Lenten season following Ash Wednesday.

• Lenten Soup and Sides gatherings – Please see bulletin for event details, date and time.

These evenings provide simple fellowship, prayer, and communal reflection as we journey toward Easter.

Young Adults

Young Adults are invited to upcoming gatherings focused on faith formation, fellowship, and community building.

• Young Adults gathering – Please see bulletin for event details, date and time.

Joyful Again

The Joyful Again ministry continues to offer hope and healing for those who are widowed.

• Joyful Again program – Please see bulletin for event details, date and time.

Feast of the Presentation of the Lord (Candlemas)

The parish celebrated the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord on:

• Monday, February 2, 2026 – 8:30 a.m. Mass
Blessing of candles in honor of Christ as the Light of the World.

Parish Events & Community Life

• Ash Wednesday – February 18, 2026
• Lenten Soup and Sides gatherings (beginning after Ash Wednesday) – Please see bulletin for event details, date and time.
• Young Adults gathering – Please see bulletin for event details, date and time.
• Joyful Again ministry – Please see bulletin for event details, date and time.
• Ongoing faith formation and sacramental preparation programs

Parishioners are encouraged to remain actively engaged as we transition into the Lenten season.

Dedicated Sacrificial Giving Summary

Weekend of February 8, 2026
• Church Offertory: $13,781.00
• Online Collection: $6,109.42
• Mail Log: $2,675.00
• Total Regular Giving: $22,565.42

The Master’s Plan
• In-Pew: $325.00
• Online: $410.25
• Total: $735.25

Your continued generosity sustains parish worship, ministries, facilities, and outreach efforts. We are deeply grateful for every sacrificial gift offered in faith and gratitude.