March 2026

5 issues

29March 2026

Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord

  1. Liturgical Calendar

    • Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday and leads us through the final days of Jesus’ earthly life to the joy of Easter Sunday. It is a time of deep prayer, reflection, and participation in the central mysteries of our faith.
    • 🌿 Palm Sunday — Commemorates Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. Palms (or willows) are blessed, and we listen to the Passion Gospel, reminding us that the One welcomed as King will soon be crucified.
    • 🍞 Holy Thursday (Maundy Thursday) — Celebrates: The Institution of the Holy Eucharist; The Institution of the Priesthood; Jesus washing the disciples’ feet as a sign of humble service. The evening Mass recalls the Last Supper, and many churches continue with Adoration.
    • ✝ Good Friday — A solemn day remembering the Passion and Death of Jesus. Reading of the Passion; Veneration of the Cross; Holy Communion (no Mass is celebrated on this day). It is a day of fasting, silence, and deep gratitude.
    • 🔥 Holy Saturday — A day of silence and waiting at the tomb. In the evening, the Easter Vigil is celebrated: Blessing of the Fire; Lighting of the Paschal Candle; Proclamation of salvation history; Renewal of Baptismal promises.
    • 🌅 Easter Sunday — The joyful celebration of Christ’s Resurrection — victory over sin and death. It is the foundation of our Christian faith.
    • 🌿 Why Holy Week Matters — Holy Week invites us: To walk with Christ in His suffering; To reflect on His sacrifice; To renew our faith and hope; To prepare our hearts for the joy of Easter. It is not only a remembrance of past events, but a living participation in the mystery of salvation.

    Services during the Holy Week:
    ✨ The Chrism Mass (Blessing of Oils) — Holy Mass on 30.03.2026 at 19:00 in Russian.
    🍞 Holy Thursday (Maundy Thursday) — Combined Service on 02.04.2026 in 3 languages at 19:00.
    ✝ Good Friday — Combined Service on 03.04.2026 in 3 languages at 19:00.
    🔥 Holy Saturday — Easter Vigil Mass on 04.04.2026 in 3 languages at 20:00. Blessing of Water (carry an empty bottle to take Holy Water), Blessing of Fire (carry a candle), Renewal of Baptismal Vows, etc.
    🌅 Easter Sunday — Mass in English at 10:00 AM.

    • Our parish invites you to support those in need through two practical methods this Lent. You may make a financial contribution using the envelopes provided at the church entrance, or donate non-perishable food items in the collection box near the altar. Our religious sisters will distribute all contributions to the poor and needy.
    • Don’t miss our Easter service on Sunday, April 5! In addition to our Resurrection celebration, we will offer a Special Blessing for all parishioners with April Birthdays and Anniversaries. Come celebrate your special milestone on the most joyful day of the year!
    • There will be no Catechism classes on 5th April 2026 (Easter Sunday) and 12th April 2026 (Divine Mercy Sunday). However, all children are kindly requested to attend Adoration on 12th April from 9:20 AM to 9:50 AM in the Main Church.
    • Sacrament of Reconciliation Schedule: The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) is available at the following times:

    Regular Schedule:

    • Sundays: 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
    • First Fridays: 17:00 (during Eucharistic Adoration)
    • Saturdays: 16:30 during Eucharistic Adoration (upon request)
    • Confessions are also available by appointment at any time. Please contact the priest to schedule a time.

    Special Times:

    • March 30, 2026: 18:00–19:00 and from 20:00 (as long as penitents are waiting)

    For Lenten confessions, please speak with the priest before or after Mass. 2. Parish Reminders

    • Mass Intentions: Mass intention envelopes are available at the entrances of the chapel and church. Please complete all required details with your love offerings ($10 per intention), seal the envelope, and return it to Fr. Michal or the Sacristy.
    • Volunteers for Readings: If you are interested in proclaiming the readings on Sundays, please contact Rashmi D’Souza at rashmi.dsouza2007@gmail.com. Readings for upcoming Sundays are assigned in advance to registered members.
    • Bible Reading Guide: You can access daily readings on the USCCB website: https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading
    • Stay Updated: To receive the latest schedules and announcements, join our Telegram group by contacting Preeti Lewis (Telegram: @LPreeti).

The Lord be with you!

22March 2026

Fifth Sunday of Lent

  1. Liturgical Calendar

    • Wednesday, March 25 — Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord. Holy Masses will be celebrated at 12:00 PM in Russian and at 7:00 PM in Russian and English.
    • Sunday, March 29 — Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord. The Church begins Holy Week with the commemoration of the Lord's entrance into Jerusalem. On this day, we will gather in front of the church for the solemn procession in memory of these events.

    Please note the schedule changes for Holy Week:

    1. Monday of Holy Week, March 30 — Chrism Mass (blessing of the Sacred Chrism and the Holy Oils) at 7:00 PM. Confessions in English and Russian: 6:00 PM until Mass, and after Mass.
    2. Holy Thursday, April 2 — Mass of the Lord's Supper at 7:00 PM.
    3. Good Friday, April 3 — Celebration of the Lord's Passion at 7:00 PM.
    4. Holy Saturday, April 4 — Easter Vigil at 8:00 PM. Please bring candles.
    5. Easter Sunday, April 5 — Solemnity of the Resurrection of the Lord — Masses according to the regular Sunday schedule.

    Catechesis in all groups will continue as usual, except for Easter Sunday, April 5, and Divine Mercy Sunday, April 12. However, all children are kindly requested to attend Adoration on April 12 from 9:20 AM to 9:50 AM in the main church.

    • We continue to pray for the catechumens who will receive the Sacrament of Baptism at the Easter Vigil, and for those who will be received into full communion with the Catholic Church on Palm Sunday.
    • You are invited to the last Stations of the Cross this Friday after the 7:00 PM Mass.
    • We invite everyone to participate in our Lenten charitable initiatives.

  2. Preparing the Church for Easter

    On Saturday, March 28, at 10:00 AM, all are invited to join the parish clean-up day in preparation for the Easter celebrations. A shared meal will follow in the Parish Hall.

  3. Sacrament of Reconciliation

    The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) is available at the following times:
    Regular Schedule:

    • Sundays: 9:30–10:00 AM
    • First Fridays: 5:00 PM (during Eucharistic Adoration)
    • Saturdays: 4:30 PM during Eucharistic Adoration (upon request)

    Confessions are also available by appointment at any time. Please contact the priest to schedule.

  4. Parish Reminders

    • Mass Intentions: Mass intention envelopes are available at the entrances of the chapel and church. Please complete all required details with your offering ($10 per intention), seal the envelope, and return it to Fr. Michał or the sacristy.
    • Volunteers for Readings: If you are interested in proclaiming the readings on Sundays, please contact Rashmi D'Souza at rashmi.dsouza2007@gmail.com. Readings for upcoming Sundays are assigned in advance to registered members.
    • Bible Reading Guide: You can access daily readings on the USCCB website: https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading
    • Stay Updated: To receive the latest schedules and announcements, join our Telegram group by contacting Preeti Lewis (Telegram: @LPreeti).

The Lord be with you!

15March 2026

Fourth Sunday of Lent

  1. Liturgical Calendar

    • March 19, Thursday — Solemnity of St. Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary – Mass in Russian at 18:00.
    • According to the precepts of the Church, every Catholic is obliged at least once a year, during the Easter season (that is, during Lent and Easter Time) to receive the Sacraments of Penance and the Eucharist.
    • We ask for your prayers for our catechumens as they prepare to receive the Sacraments of Initiation, and for all those journeying toward full communion with the Catholic Church.
    • Fridays of Lent: Join us every Friday during Lent for Holy Mass in English at 19:00 in the Friary chapel, followed immediately by the Stations of the Cross in the church.
    • Our parish invites you to support those in need through two practical methods this Lent. You may make a financial contribution using the envelopes provided at the church entrance, or donate non-perishable food items in the collection box near the altar. Our religious sisters will distribute all contributions to the poor and needy.
    • Please help us clean the church and grounds on Saturday, March 28, starting at 10:00 AM. A community meal will follow as a thank-you to all who participate.
    • Palm Sunday: We hope to have palm or willow branches available for purchase on the church grounds!!!
    • Sacrament of Reconciliation Schedule: The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) is available at the following times:

    Regular Schedule:
    ● Sundays: 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
    ● First Fridays: 17:00 (during Eucharistic Adoration)
    ● Saturdays: 16:30 during Eucharistic Adoration (upon request)
    ● Confessions are also available by appointment at any time. Please contact the priest to schedule a time.
    Special Times:
    ● March 30, 2025: 18:00–19:00 and from 20:00 (as long as penitents are waiting)
    Lenten Schedule:
    ● For Lenten confessions, please speak with the priest before or after Mass.
    ● On Fridays: 18:30 (upon request) OR After Stations of the Cross (upon request)

  2. Parish Reminders

    • Mass Intentions: Mass intention envelopes are available at the entrances of the chapel and church. Please complete all required details with your love offerings ($10 per intention), seal the envelope, and return it to Fr. Michal or the Sacristy.
    • Volunteers for Readings: Help us bring the Scriptures to life! We invite members to join our team of Sunday readers. To be added to the advance schedule, please email Rashmi D'Souza at rashmi.dsouza2007@gmail.com.
    • Bible Reading Guide: You can access daily readings on the USCCB website: https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading
    • Stay Updated: Stay connected with our parish family! To receive the latest schedules and announcements directly to your phone, please contact Preeti Lewis (Telegram: @LPreeti) to join our Telegram group.

The Lord be with you!

8March 2026

Third Sunday of Lent

  1. Liturgical Calendar

    • According to the precepts of the Church, every Catholic is obliged at least once a year, during the Easter season (that is, during Lent and Easter Time) to receive the Sacraments of Penance and the Eucharist. Please remember in your prayers the catechumens preparing for the Sacraments of Christian Initiation and those preparing to be received into full communion with the Catholic Church.
    • Fridays of Lent: Join us every Friday during Lent for Holy Mass in English at 19:00 in the Friary chapel, followed immediately by the Stations of the Cross in the church.
    • Our parish invites you to support those in need through two practical methods this Lent. You may make a financial contribution using the envelopes provided at the church entrance, or donate non-perishable food items in the collection box near the altar. Our religious sisters will distribute all contributions to the poor and needy.
    • Sacrament of Reconciliation Schedule: The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) is available at the following times:

    Regular Schedule:
    ● Sundays: 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
    ● First Fridays: 17:00 (during Eucharistic Adoration)
    ● Saturdays: 16:30 during Eucharistic Adoration (upon request)
    ● Confessions are also available by appointment at any time. Please contact the priest to schedule a time.
    Special Times:
    ● March 30, 2025: 18:00–19:00 and from 20:00 (as long as penitents are waiting)
    Lenten Fridays:
    ● 18:30 (upon request)
    ● After Stations of the Cross (upon request)
    For Lenten confessions, please speak with the priest before or after Mass. 2. Parish Reminders

    • Mass Intentions: Mass intention envelopes are available at the entrances of the chapel and church. Please complete all required details with your love offerings ($10 per intention), seal the envelope, and return it to Fr. Michal or the Sacristy.
    • Volunteers for Readings: If you are interested in proclaiming the readings on Sundays, please contact Rashmi D'Souza at rashmi.dsouza2007@gmail.com. Readings for upcoming Sundays are assigned in advance to registered members.
    • Bible Reading Guide: You can access daily readings on the USCCB website: https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading
    • Stay Updated: To receive the latest schedules and announcements, join our Telegram group by contacting Preeti Lewis (Telegram: @LPreeti).

The Lord be with you!

1March 2026

Second Sunday of Lent

  1. Liturgical Calendar

    • Lent has begun — is a forty-day preparation for celebrating the Paschal Mystery of the Death and Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. According to the precepts of the Church, every Catholic is obliged at least once a year, during the Easter season (that is, during Lent and Easter Time) to receive the Sacraments of Penance and the Eucharist. Please remember in your prayers the catechumens preparing for the Sacraments of Christian Initiation and those preparing to be received into full communion with the Catholic Church.
    • Every Friday of Lent: Join us every Friday during Lent for Holy Mass in English at 19:00 in the Friary chapel, followed immediately by the Stations of the Cross in the church.

    Friday – 6th March 2026 is also the First Friday of the month, a day of special devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. We invite you to a time of spiritual devotion beginning with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament at 17:00, during which confessions will be available.

    • Our parish invites you to support those in need through two practical methods this Lent. You may make a financial contribution using the envelopes provided at the church entrance, or donate non-perishable food items in the collection box near the altar. Our religious sisters will distribute all contributions to the poor and needy.
    • Sacrament of Reconciliation Schedule: The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) is available at the following times:

    Regular Schedule:
    ● Sundays: 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
    ● First Fridays: 17:00 (during Eucharistic Adoration)
    ● Saturdays: 16:30 during Eucharistic Adoration (upon request)
    ● Confessions are also available by appointment at any time. Please contact the priest to schedule a time.
    Special Times:
    ● March 30, 2025: 18:00–19:00 and from 20:00 (as long as penitents are waiting)
    Lenten Fridays:
    ● 18:30 (upon request)
    ● After Stations of the Cross (upon request)
    For Lenten confessions, please speak with the priest before or after Mass. 2. Parish Reminders

    • Mass Intentions: Mass intention envelopes are available at the entrances of the chapel and church. Please complete all required details with your love offerings ($10 per intention), seal the envelope, and return it to Fr. Michal or the Sacristy.
    • Volunteers for Readings: If you are interested in proclaiming the readings on Sundays, please contact Rashmi D'Souza at rashmi.dsouza2007@gmail.com. Readings for upcoming Sundays are assigned in advance to registered members.
    • Bible Reading Guide: You can access daily readings on the USCCB website: https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading
    • Stay Updated: To receive the latest schedules and announcements, join our Telegram group by contacting Preeti Lewis (Telegram: @LPreeti).

The Lord be with you!