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 Solemnity of Mary, The Holy Mother of God
Holy Day of Obligation — January 1st
Begin 2026 in the strongest and most grace-filled way by consecrating the new year to Jesus through Mary. On
this Holy Day of Obligation, the Church invites us to place
our lives, our families, and our hopes under the maternal care
of the Blessed Virgin Mary, who always leads us to Jesus,
the One who is Lord, Savior, and source of all blessing.
Entrusting the year to Jesus through Mary opens our hearts to
deeper peace, protection, and spiritual renewal. There is no
more powerful way to start the year.
Holy Day Mass Schedule:
- Vigil Mass: Wednesday, December 31st — 4:00pm at Lourdes
- Holy Day Mass: Thursday, January 1st — 10:30am at Lourdes
Come begin the year with grace consecrate 2026 to Jesus through Mary.
Parish Office Holiday Hours
Please note that the parish office will have limited
hours during the Christmas and New Year holiday period.
Holiday Hours (Dec. 29th – Jan. 2nd):
- Office Open: 9:00am – 12:00pm (Noon)
- Office Closed: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, 2nd Day of Christmas and New Year’s Day
Regular office hours will resume the week of
January 5th.
Thank you for your understanding as this
adjusted schedule allows our dedicated parish team to enjoy
some much-needed rest and renewal after a very busy
and grace-filled holy season.
Christmas Offertory
Help Others Encounter Jesus
Your Christmas gift strengthens our parish’s mission of
evangelization helping people of every age experience the
love of Jesus in meaningful and life-changing ways.
Your generosity supports:
- Beautiful, reverent liturgies that draw hearts back to God
- Sacramental preparation for families, new Catholics, and returning Catholics
- Ongoing adult faith formation and opportunities for spiritual growth
- Pastoral care for the sick, homebound, grieving, and those in crisis
- Community outreach and service, bringing Christ’s mercy to those in need
- Programs that welcome newcomers and invite them into deeper relationship with Christ
Please consider a special Christmas offering to sustain this
vital work. Thank you for helping our parish share the light
of Christ.
Men in Black Basketball Game
Monday, December 29th at 5:30pm
(Bishop Ludden–Grimes Jr./Sr. High School)
Get ready for one of the most exciting vocation events of the
year! All are invited to join us for the annual “Men in
Black” Basketball Game, where our Diocesan priests and
seminarians will take on students from Bishop Ludden Grimes Junior/Senior High School in a fun, family-friendly evening of sportsmanship, joy, and witness.
This beloved event gives our young people the chance to meet
priests and seminarians in a relaxed, energetic setting and to
see firsthand the joy and humanity of those who serve the
Church in priestly ministry.
Bring your families, youth groups, and school communities
for an evening of fellowship, encouragement, giveaways, and
great basketball. Concessions will be available, so come
hungry and come ready to cheer!
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Events and Devotions
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Sanctuary Memorials
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Support The 2025 Hope Appeal
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Spiritual Gifts
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Spiritual Gifts Seminar
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Pastoral Visits & House Blessings
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Family Catechesis Newsletter
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World Marriage Day
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Register as a Parishioner
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