2023 Lenten Schedule

Ash Wednesday, February 22 -  6:30am / 8:15am / 12:10pm / 6:00pm
 
Daily Mass—6:30am / 8:15am  / Tuesdays, 6:30pm 

(No daily Mass on Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday; no Tuesday evening Mass on April 4)

Stations of the Cross—Fridays of Lent, 5:30pm, Good Friday, following the 12:10 pm veneration
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.

Seven Last Words of Christ—Tuesday, April 4, 7:00 pm  
This Curé of Ars tradition will be presented on 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. 

Archbishop Joseph Naumann's Lenten Series
Journey with Archbishop Naumann through the Gospel of John with weekly reflections for personal and/or group study –
Sacrament of Reconciliation 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.
The Knights of Columbus will be offering Dine-In Fish Dinner in the Curé of Ars School Cafeteria during Lent. Carry-Out orders will be available on the website: https://fish.kofccureofars.org.

Holy Week Schedule


Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion ~ April 2
Regular weekend Mass schedule
Holy week begins as we commemorate Jesus’ triumphant entrance into Jerusalem followed by his Passion on the Cross.

Seven Last Words of Christ—Tuesday, April 4, 7:00 pm
This Curé of Ars tradition will be presented on 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.
 
Holy Thursday ~ April 6, 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 church until 11:00pm.
 
Good Friday ~ April 7, 12:10 pm 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 8, 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 9
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.