2021 Lenten Schedule

All listed times will be in person in the church. Times followed by "Livestream" will be available in person or online at www.cureofars.com/watch-mass. 

Ash Wednesday—February 17  
                6:30am / 8:15am / 12:10pm / 6:00pm

Daily Mass—6:30am / 8:15am (Livestream) / Tuesdays, 6:30pm (Livestream)
(No daily Mass on Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday; no Tuesday evening Mass on March 30)

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.

Mass and Lenten Series — Tuesdays of Lent, 6:30pm
This is an opportunity to grow closer to Jesus through the example of the Saints.  Presentations will begin after the 6:30 pm Mass.  Participate in-person or watch livestream from home on the parish website or Facebook page.

• March 2:  St. John Paul II, presented by Sandra Scheuler
• March 9:  St. Joseph, presented by Sr. Rosie Kolich, SCL
• March 16:  Blessed Carlo Acutis, presented by Maureen McGrath
• March 23:  Mary, Queen of All Saints, presented by Fr. Storey

Archbishop Joseph Naumann's Lenten Series
A series of Lenten Study reflections from Archbishop Naumann on the Gospel readings for Ash Wednesday and the Sundays of Lent will be available.  Each reflection also includes a short personal witness of faith from a layperson in the Archdiocese.  We’ve also created pdf guides for reflection/discussion based on his sharing. 
Each Monday, the upcoming Sunday reflection/guide will be posted on the Enflame website at:  http://archkcks.org/
 
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.

Seven Last Words of Christ—Tuesday, March 30, 7:00 pm (Livestream)
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. 

Fish Fry—Friday, February 19 and 26, March 5, 12, and 19 from 5:00-7:00 pm
The Knights will be offering a Drive-Thru Fish Dinner on the first 5 Fridays in Lent. We will be offering 3 dinner options and a non-fish child's meal. Fish meals are $11, the child’s option is free, and a family plan is available for $30.  To place your order and pay electronically, go to https://fish.kofccureofars.org/. Walk in carry out orders are also available.  Meals will be handed out in the parking lot behind the school.
 

 

Holy Week Schedule

All listed times will be in person in the church. Times followed by "Livestream" will be available in person or online at www.cureofars.com/watch-mass. 

Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion ~ March 28
Regular weekend Mass schedule
Holy week begins as we commemorate Jesus’ triumphant entrance into Jerusalem followed by his Passion on the Cross.
 
Holy Thursday ~ April 1, 7:00pm (Livestream)
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 2, Noon and 7:00pm (Livestream)
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 3, 7:00pm (Livestream)
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 4
7:30am / 9:00am(Livestream) / 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.