Walking with Christ Through Holy Week

As we enter Palm Sunday and begin the most sacred time of the Church year, our parish is invited into a profound journey with Christ—from His triumphant entry into Jerusalem to His Passion, death, and glorious Resurrection. This week calls us to move beyond remembrance and into personal participation, allowing Christ to transform our hearts through sacrifice, prayer, and renewed faith. The Cross stands at the center of this journey, revealing not defeat but the promise of redemption and new life. As a parish community, we prepare to welcome many visitors, deepen our reverence, and walk together toward the light of Easter with steadfast hope.

Pastor’s Message Highlights

• Holy Week is a sacred invitation to walk closely with Jesus through His Passion, death, and Resurrection
• The Cross is presented as the true hope of the world—revealing love through sacrifice
• A contrast between joy (Palm Sunday) and suffering (the Passion) reflects the depth of Christ’s love
• The journey leads from darkness to the radiant hope of the Resurrection
• A call to live with expectant faith, trusting God even in difficult moments

Major Announcements & Milestones

• Holy Week liturgies begin with Palm Sunday and culminate in Easter Sunday celebrations
• Extended Adoration will take place following Holy Thursday Mass
• Parish office will close at noon on Good Friday and reopen after Easter Monday
• No confessions will be held from Holy Thursday through Easter Sunday
• No 5:00 p.m. Mass on Easter Sunday

Stewardship & Financial Update

Weekend of March 22, 2026:

• Church Offertory: $13,593.00
• Online Collection: $5,272.60
• Mail Contributions: $5,543.00
• Total: $24,408.60

The Master’s Plan:

• In-Pew: $1,405.00
• Online: $230.75
• Total: $1,635.75

OCA 2026 Progress:

• Goal: $214,947
• Pledged: $127,368
• Collected: $74,031
• Remaining Balance: $87,579
• Participation: 198 households (9.7%)

Ministry & Community Highlights

• Knights of Columbus raised $1,290 supporting children with special needs
• Volunteers needed to decorate the church for Easter (April 4)
• Ongoing need for volunteers to care for Easter flowers
• Active ministries include prayer groups, rosary, adoration, and men’s formation programs
• Faith Formation and youth programs continue with upcoming sacramental milestones

Upcoming Major Events

• Holy Thursday Mass & Adoration
• Good Friday Retreat and Living Stations of the Cross
• Easter Vigil Mass
• Easter Sunday Mass celebrations

Parish Events (Chronological)

• Music Ministry Rehearsals – March 29 – Various times – Choir preparation
• Divine Mercy Chaplet (Spanish) – March 29, 1:00 p.m. – Prayer devotion
• Youth Stations Rehearsal – March 29, 6:00 p.m. – Holy Week preparation
• Paz y Gozo Leadership Meeting – March 30, 6:45 p.m. – Ministry leadership
• “This Man Is You” Session – March 31, 7:00 p.m. – Men’s formation
• Holy Thursday Mass – April 2, 7:00 p.m. – Last Supper celebration
• Adoration (until midnight) – April 2 – Extended Eucharistic adoration
• Good Friday Retreat (Spanish) – April 3, 8:00 a.m. – Reflection and prayer
• Passion of the Lord Services – April 3, 12:00 p.m. & 3:00 p.m. – Liturgical services
• Living Stations of the Cross – April 3, 7:00 p.m. – Youth-led devotion
• Easter Egg Hunt – April 4, 8:00 a.m. – Family event
• Church Decoration Volunteers – April 4, 9:30 a.m. – Easter preparation
• Easter Vigil Mass – April 4, 8:00 p.m. – Resurrection celebration
• Easter Sunday Masses – April 5 – Morning & noon services