2020 Lenten Schedule

Ash Wednesday ~ February 26, 6:30am / 8:15am / 12:10pm / 6:00pm

Ash Wednesday comes from the ancient Jewish tradition of penance and fasting. The practice includes the wearing of ashes on the head. The ashes symbolize the dust from which God made us. As the priest applies the ashes to a person's forehead, he speaks the words: "Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return."

Holy Thursday ~ April 9, 7:00pm

This day we celebrate the Mass of the Lord’s Last Supper. We remember how the Eucharist began and recall Christ’s command of service through the washing of the feet.  Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament follows in the chapel until 11:00p.m.
 

Good Friday ~ April 10, Noon and 7:00pm

This day we remember the death of Christ and the power of the cross.  We hear the story of the Passion according to St. John, venerate the wood of the cross, and partake in Holy Communion.  Good Friday is a day of fast and abstinence.  Stations of the Cross will follow the noon liturgy.
 

The Great Vigil of Easter ~ April 11, 7:00pm

The Easter Vigil is the first Mass of Easter and the most glorious Mass of the church year. This is the night of great rejoicing as we light the new Easter candle and listen and respond to the great stories of our faith - the Scriptures; Our catechumens and candidates are welcomed into full communion with the Church; We renew our own baptismal vows, and come to the Eucharistic table, as renewed members of the Body of Christ.
 

Easter Sunday ~ April 12
7:30am / 9:00am / 11:00am / 1:00pm

Easter morning begins the 50-day period of celebrating Jesus’ resurrection, the hope of our resurrection, the Ascension of Jesus into heaven, and the joyful conclusion of the season of Easter on Pentecost.

Daily Mass—6:30am / 8:15am / Tuesdays, 6:30pm

(No daily Mass on Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday)
 

Stations of the Cross—Fridays of Lent, 5:30pm and Good Friday, 12:30pm

Follow in the footsteps of Christ as we pray this traditional devotion of Lent and Good Friday.
 

Fast and Abstinence

Lent is a season of prayer, fasting, and service in preparation for Easter.

Fast—All Catholics ages 18 through 59 are bound by the Law of Fasting on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday: one full meal with 2 smaller meals not to equal one full meal. 

Abstinence—All Catholics who are 14 years of age and older are bound by the Law of Abstinence: abstaining from meat on Ash Wednesday, all Fridays during Lent, and Good Friday. 
 

Mass and Lenten Series—Tuesdays of Lent, 6:30pm

The Curé Evangelization Team is sponsoring a Lenten Faith Series. We will begin with Mass at 6:30pm followed by a speaker in the church with social and discussion time after in the Fr. Burak Room.
· March 3: The Good News of Jesus Christ
· March 10: The Sacrament of Love: Jesus in the Eucharist
· March 17:  No presentation (Spring Break)
· March 24:  The Power of Christ’s Mercy
· March 31:  The Death and Resurrection of Christ
 

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Parish Penance Service—Sunday, March 29, 3:00pm

This is a great opportunity to make reconciliation a priority in your Lenten journey to Easter. Whether you haven’t received this sacrament in several weeks or 25 years, you will be welcomed with compassion as you receive the grace of forgiveness.

Weekly Confession Schedule
Saturdays, 2:30-3:30pm   (No confessions on Holy Saturday, April 11)
Sundays, 4:30-5:30pm   (No confessions on Easter Sunday)
Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00pm  (During Lent from March 4 to April 8)

Additional times in Johnson County (7:00pm, unless noted)
Monday, March 30  -  St. Michael, Holy Cross (bi-lingual), Holy Spirit
Tuesday, March 31 - St. Joseph, Good Shepherd, Prince of Peace
Thursday, April 2  -  Ascension, St. Pius X, Sacred Heart (Shawnee)
Sunday, April 5  -  St. Ann (3:00), Nativity

Other Lenten Opportunities

Fish Fry—Friday, February 28, March 6, March 13, March 20, and March 27 from 5:00-7:00pm
The Knights of Columbus will host four fish fries this Lent in the school cafeteria.  Suggested donation is $11 for adults, $6 for children 7-17 (children under 7 are free), or $30 for a family. Menu includes fried cod, baked tilapia, cheese pizza, sides, dessert and beverages. No reservations necessary and carry-out is available.


Lenten Shrimp Feast - Friday, April 3, 5:00pm - Cost is $15 for the best wild-caught Gulf shrimp, salad, potatoes, garlic toast, dessert and adult beverages. Advance ticket sales will be available soon.  No tickets will be sold at the door. This is an adults only event.


Anointing of the Sick—Saturday, March 21, 10:00am
The annual joint diocesan Mass for the Anointing of the Sick will be held at Curé of Ars. Archbishop Naumann and Archbishop Keleher along with several priests will join in a Mass to administer the Sacrament of the Sick. Those wishing to receive the sacrament are asked to pre-register by sending your name to maltakansascity@gmail.com or call 816-579-1370.

Something to Eat—Saturday, March 28, 10:00am-noon
Save the date! Something to Eat, Curé of Ars' Lenten food packing party, will return for another year on Saturday, March 28th, from 10 a.m. to Noon in the Curé gym. This fun-filled event provides an opportunity for our parish to work together to pack 25,000+ meals to help feed those in need! This is an all-ages event and an ideal way for families to volunteer together. To sign up online please visit: https://bit.ly/CureSTE or email stdomscure@gmail.com with questions! 
 

Operation Rice Bowl
Operation Rice Bowl is an opportunity for you to participate in the giving of alms during Lent.  This program benefits tens of thousands of lives around the world, aiding those in poverty and hunger through Catholic Relief Services.  “Bowls” are available in the vestibule of the church.
Collection times:
Palm Sunday — Parish collection of rice bowls at all Masses
Holy Thursday morning — School collection at morning prayer service


Seven Last Words of Christ—Tuesday, April 7, 7:00pm
This Curé of Ars tradition will be presented the Tuesday of Holy Week.  The evening is a powerful presentation of scripture, reflection and beautiful music that places you in the presence of Jesus on the cross.  This is a not-to-be-missed presentation for your family and friends.