Pray, Reflect, Fast, and Grow in Holiness with us this Lent!
In this Parish Mission, Fr. Praveen leads us into the heart of the Lenten season through the beauty and simplicity of the Franciscan tradition — a path of humility, repentance, joy, and deeper trust in God’s providence.
Rooted in the spirit of St. Francis, these reflections invite us to rediscover Christ in prayer, in sacrifice, and in the ordinary moments of daily life. Lent becomes not merely a season of giving things up, but a journey of drawing near to the Lord who lovingly calls us to conversion of heart.
Whether you attended the mission or are listening from home, may these recordings help you grow in peace, gratitude, and love for God and neighbor.
Parish Mission Day 1
Parish Mission Day 2
Parish Mission Day 3
Celebrate the Eucharist at these Special Liturgies and Liturgical Eventsthis Lent!
Ash Wednesday
Wednesday, February 18th, 9:30 am & 6 :30 pm, Ash Service at 3:30 pm
"Remember, Man is dust, and unto dust you shall return."
Ashes are a symbol of penance made sacramental by the blessing of the Church, and they help us develop a spirit of humility and sacrifice.
40 Hours Adoration and Parish Mission
Wednesday, February 18th - Friday, February 20th
Our parish will once again come together at the beginning of Lent for a Parish Lenten Mission, a sacred time of prayer, reflection, and renewal as we prepare our hearts for Easter and the promise of salvation.
This year, our mission will be led by Father Praveen Turaka and his brother friar of the Capuchin Franciscan Order. Rooted in the rich tradition of Franciscan spirituality, their reflections will focus on how humility, simplicity, repentance, and joyful trust in God help prepare us for Easter and deepen our hope in Christ.
Franciscan spirituality invites us to walk the Lenten journey with open hearts—embracing conversion, growing in love for the Eucharist, and renewing our commitment to follow Christ more faithfully. Through prayer and reflection, this mission will help us refocus our lives on what leads to true freedom and salvation.
- Ash Wednesday, February 18th, Mass at 9:30 am & 6:30 pm, Ash Service at 3:30 pm (Homily is the First Mission Talk)
- Thursday, February 19th, Mass at 9:30 am & Litany of the Sacred Eucharist & Penance Service at 6:30 pm (Reflection during this service is the Second Mission Talk)
- Friday, February 20th, Mass at 9:30 am & Vesper/ Benediction at 6:30 pm (Reflection during this Vespers is the Third Mission Talk)
All parishioners and visitors are warmly invited to attend. Whether you are beginning Lent anew or seeking a deeper spiritual renewal, this mission offers a prayerful way to enter the holy season together as a parish family.
Solemnity of St. Joseph
Thursday, March 19th at 9:30 am
St. Joseph placed himself at the service of God’s plan of salvation. He cared for the Holy Family that God had entrusted to him. He became an attentive servant from the moment of the Annunciation, a provident servant in caring for Mary and the Child she carried in her womb. He defended the Holy Family in the moments of great danger. These are just a few of Saint Joseph’s traits that explain why the People of God are especially devoted to him.
In 1480, Pope Sixtus IV decreed that the Solemnity of St. Joseph to be celebrated on March 19th. It became obligatory with Pope Gregory XV in 1621. In 1870, Pope Pius IX declared Saint Joseph the Patron of the Universal Church, and Pope Saint John XXIII inserted his name into the Roman Canon of Holy Mass in 1962.
Come and Dine with Us!
Lenten Dinners
Bring your family and join us each Friday of Lent for a simple meal and fellowship after the 6:00 PM Stations of the Cross (dinner begins approximately 6:30 PM and on March 37th it will start approximately 7:00 PM).
The meals are free. Donations are welcome and will support a different charity each week.
Schedule:
February 27 — Men’s Club, Pizza
March 6 — Hispanic Community
All donations support El Refugio, which assists families visiting loved ones at the Stewart Immigration Detention Center.
March 13 — Women of the Vine, Vegetarian Mesquite Chili
Donations benefit OLM’s St. Vincent de Paul Society.
March 20 & March 27 — Knights of Columbus, Fish Dinner
Donations support the Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Conyers, GA.
Come share a meal, grow in fellowship, and walk the Lenten journey together.
Grow in Faith and Improve your Relationship to Jesus!
Crux with Fr. Columba Jordan
The Return of Lenten Small Groups
“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” — 2 Corinthians 12:9
This Lent, you are invited to journey more deeply with Christ through our Lenten Small Groups. Together, we will reflect on what it means to surrender our lives to God in faith, letting go of self-reliance and opening our hearts to the transforming power of His grace. When we acknowledge our weakness, we create space for God to work within us.
Our parish will be praying with Crux, Ascension’s Lenten program led by Fr. Columba Jordan. This Lenten journey includes:
- A daily devotional with Scripture-based reflections and simple spiritual and physical disciplines
- Weekly video reflections with Fr. Columba to guide prayer and discussion
- A family component to help households remain centered on the loving sacrifice of Jesus throughout the season
In addition, weekly small group gatherings will be offered throughout the week. Each meeting will include prayer, meaningful discussion, and time to reflect together on the week’s themes.
To sign up to participate or to lead a small group, contact Michael Gagnon.
Pray with Us this Lent!
Stations of the Cross
Fridays at 6pm, February 27th-March 27th
“We adore You, O Christ, and we bless You, because by Your holy Cross You have redeemed the world.”-Galatians 6:14
Each Friday of Lent at 6:00 PM (February 27 – March 20), we gather as a parish family to walk prayerfully with Christ on the road to Calvary. In this devotion we remember His sacrifice, place our burdens before Him, and learn again the depth of His love for us.
After the Stations, all are invited to remain for our Lenten Friday dinners and fellowship.
Language Schedule
- February 27 — English
- March 6 — Bilingual
- March 13 — English
- March 20 — Bilingual
On March 27 at 6:00 PM, the Stations will be replaced by a special meditation on The Seven Last Words of Jesus, inviting us to enter more deeply into the heart of the Passion as Holy Week approaches.
Come pray, reflect, and journey together toward the joy of Easter.
Living Stations of the Cross
Good Friday April , at 3 pm
The OLM Youth will present the Living Stations of the Cross on Good Friday at 3PM in the Sanctuary. Please come and pray with us as we reflect upon the salvation won for us through Christ, our Lord, in his Passion and Death.
Consider these Service Oppornities this Lent!
Works of Service
Faith in Action this Lent
Lent calls us not only to prayer and fasting, but also to acts of love and service. Our faith comes alive when it is expressed through concrete works of mercy toward our brothers and sisters in need.
“What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can that faith save him?”
— James 2:14
As you journey through Lent, we invite you to prayerfully consider how you can put your faith into action. Below are several opportunities to participate in both the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy during this holy season:
Opportunities for Service
Visit the Sick and the Elderly. Teens will visit Jasper Point Assisted Living on Saturday, April 4, to play Bingo and spend time with residents.
Care for the Poor and Needy. Contribute toiletries and essential hygiene items for Mary’s Helping Hands, supporting those experiencing hardship in our community.
Serve in the Liturgy. Consider assisting in a liturgical ministry before, during, or after Mass as a way of serving Christ and His Church.
Support Parish Fellowship. Lend a helping hand at one of our Friday Lenten Dinners, helping create a welcoming space for parishioners and guests.
Pray for the Dead. Visit a cemetery during Lent and offer prayers for the faithful departed—an important Spiritual Work of Mercy.
Defend and Support Life. Donate diapers and baby supplies to the local Pro-Life Pregnancy Aid Clinic. Phone: 404-763-4357
Each act of service—whether large or small—draws us closer to Christ and helps us live Lent with sincerity, generosity, and love.
