Lent Activities
During the 40 days of Lent, our parish community joins together to prepare our hearts for Christ's Passion, Death, and Resurrection. We invite you to participate in these Lenten Activities offered at our parish.
During the 40 days of Lent, our parish community joins together to prepare our hearts for Christ's Passion, Death, and Resurrection. We invite you to participate in these Lenten Activities offered at our parish.
Ash Wednesday Mass and Soup Supper
Wednesday, March 5, Mass: 8:45 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. | Soup Supper: 5 - 8 p.m.
We begin the season of Lent by being reminded of our mortality as we receive ashes in the sign of a cross: “Repent, and believe in the Gospel.” Participating in Ash Wednesday Mass is a powerful way to start the 40 days of Lent. Get to know others beginning the Lenten journey with you over a simple meal of creamy wild rice soup, tomato soup, and mac and cheese. Free will offering.
Wednesday, March 5, Mass: 8:45 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. | Soup Supper: 5 - 8 p.m.
We begin the season of Lent by being reminded of our mortality as we receive ashes in the sign of a cross: “Repent, and believe in the Gospel.” Participating in Ash Wednesday Mass is a powerful way to start the 40 days of Lent. Get to know others beginning the Lenten journey with you over a simple meal of creamy wild rice soup, tomato soup, and mac and cheese. Free will offering.
33 Days to Eucharistic Glory - A Spiritual Pilgrimage
This extraordinary spiritual guide to Eucharistic Consecration will forever change the way you spend time with Jesus in the Eucharist. Life is a pilgrimage. It is a sacred journey toward our eternal home with God. Learn what it means to be a pilgrim in a world that is constantly trying to reduce you to a tourist and consumer. Visit our Parish Library on the church's second floor on the south side to find more resources to enrich your Lent.
Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving
During the 40 days of Lent, our parish community joins together in prayer, fasting, and almsgiving to prepare our hearts for Christ's Passion, Death, and Resurrection.
Stations of the Cross
Fridays March 7 – April 11, Following 8:45 a.m. Mass in the Church
The tradition of praying the Stations of the Cross is a devotion that walks through the story of Christ's Way of the Cross. From His anguished prayers in the Garden of Gethsemane to His burial in the tomb, praying through these 14 moments in Christ's final hours is a spiritual pilgrimage that opens our eyes to the depth of God's love in the face of unimaginable suffering. You can also pray this devotion at home! Stations of the Cross can be prayed on your own or together as a family. Here are some online options:
Lenten Evening Prayer
Wednesdays March 12 – April 9 at 6:30 p.m. in Ambrose Hall
During the season of Lent, we invite everyone to join our Faith Formation families as they journey to the cross through music, scripture, and storytelling in Ambrose Hall. This time of prayer, sacrament, and community will be followed by Faith Formation classes in the Activities Building ending at 7:45 p.m.
This extraordinary spiritual guide to Eucharistic Consecration will forever change the way you spend time with Jesus in the Eucharist. Life is a pilgrimage. It is a sacred journey toward our eternal home with God. Learn what it means to be a pilgrim in a world that is constantly trying to reduce you to a tourist and consumer. Visit our Parish Library on the church's second floor on the south side to find more resources to enrich your Lent.
Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving
During the 40 days of Lent, our parish community joins together in prayer, fasting, and almsgiving to prepare our hearts for Christ's Passion, Death, and Resurrection.
- Prayer Cards: Help us lift our twelve Order of Catholic Initiation for Adults and Youth (OCIA & OCIY) catechumens and candidates and ten Confirmation candidates from our community up in prayer as they prepare to receive sacraments this spring. Prayer cards for each group will be in the Gathering Space starting Ash Wednesday.
- Lenten Regulations for Fasting and Abstinence: “Fasting” refers to limiting the amount of food eaten. The purpose of fasting is to turn back to God; Lenten fasting helps to release us from our attachments to the things of this world. Catholics age 18 and older fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. “Abstinence” is when you give something up, like meat, for a set period. Catholics age 14 and older do not eat meat on Ash Wednesday and all Fridays during Lent, including Good Friday. Learn more from the Archdiocese of St. Paul & Minneapolis.
- MinisTREE: MinisTREE is an excellent opportunity to come together and help out with needed tasks and funding items outside of our regular budget. Find MinisTREE cards with requests from our ministries on the grids in our Gathering Space starting Ash Wednesday.
- MinisTREE is made possible by the Saints Ann & Wendelinus Catholic United Financial Council #46. Council #46 will donate $5 per completed MinisTREE card up to $500 to Saint Bonaventure. Their chapter representative is Bill McMullen, [email protected].
Stations of the Cross
Fridays March 7 – April 11, Following 8:45 a.m. Mass in the Church
The tradition of praying the Stations of the Cross is a devotion that walks through the story of Christ's Way of the Cross. From His anguished prayers in the Garden of Gethsemane to His burial in the tomb, praying through these 14 moments in Christ's final hours is a spiritual pilgrimage that opens our eyes to the depth of God's love in the face of unimaginable suffering. You can also pray this devotion at home! Stations of the Cross can be prayed on your own or together as a family. Here are some online options:
- The Stations of the Cross |Bishop Barron
- Stations of the Cross - For Kids | Catholic Kids Media
Lenten Evening Prayer
Wednesdays March 12 – April 9 at 6:30 p.m. in Ambrose Hall
During the season of Lent, we invite everyone to join our Faith Formation families as they journey to the cross through music, scripture, and storytelling in Ambrose Hall. This time of prayer, sacrament, and community will be followed by Faith Formation classes in the Activities Building ending at 7:45 p.m.
- The Last Supper – A message from Jesus: Wednesday, March 12 at 6:30 pm.
- Is it I, Lord? – An interview with Saint Peter: Wednesday, March 19 at 6:30 p.m.
- The Crown of Thorns – An interview with the Mother of Jesus: Wednesday, March 26 at 6:30 p.m.
- Jesus, Remember Me – A Faith Formation Lenten Program: Wednesday, April 9 at 6:30 p.m. in the church
Fish Dinners
Friday, March 14 and Friday, April 11, from 4:30 - 7 p.m. in Ambrose Hall
Enjoy ocean perch hot out of the cookers, our freshly baked hot rolls, and the fixins for a great fish dinner! We love how this Catholic tradition brings our community together for great food and fellowship! Adults $16; ages 6-12 $7; ages 5 and under FREE; Takeout $15.
Friday, March 14 and Friday, April 11, from 4:30 - 7 p.m. in Ambrose Hall
Enjoy ocean perch hot out of the cookers, our freshly baked hot rolls, and the fixins for a great fish dinner! We love how this Catholic tradition brings our community together for great food and fellowship! Adults $16; ages 6-12 $7; ages 5 and under FREE; Takeout $15.
Lenten Mission: The Sacrament of Holy Eucharist
March 24 - 26 at 6:30 p.m. in the Church
Join us in the church for three evenings focused on the sacrament of the Holy Eucharist with Fr. Michael Van Sloun. The Eucharist has a transformative effect. If we truly desire, the Eucharist has the power to change us, not in a small way, but in a major way, to re-create us into a new and better person. A rich source of grace throughout life, the Eucharist is spiritual sustenance for our pilgrimage on earth, and at the time of death, the Eucharist is received as bread for the journey.
March 24 - 26 at 6:30 p.m. in the Church
Join us in the church for three evenings focused on the sacrament of the Holy Eucharist with Fr. Michael Van Sloun. The Eucharist has a transformative effect. If we truly desire, the Eucharist has the power to change us, not in a small way, but in a major way, to re-create us into a new and better person. A rich source of grace throughout life, the Eucharist is spiritual sustenance for our pilgrimage on earth, and at the time of death, the Eucharist is received as bread for the journey.
- Fr. Michael Van Sloun will celebrate Mass: Saturday, March 22 at 4:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 23 at 8 & 10 a.m.
- The Eucharist, The Sacrament: Monday, March 24 at 6:30 p.m.
- "My flesh is true food, and my blood is true drink." Jn 6:55: Tuesday, March 25 at 6:30 p.m.
- Living the Eucharist: Wednesday, March 26 at 6:30 p.m.
Jesus, Remember Me - A Faith Formation Lenten Program
Wednesday, April 9 at 6:30 p.m. in the Church
Join us in the church for a special time of prayer and worship as our Faith Formation families re-tell the crucifixion story through readings and sacred symbols.
Wednesday, April 9 at 6:30 p.m. in the Church
Join us in the church for a special time of prayer and worship as our Faith Formation families re-tell the crucifixion story through readings and sacred symbols.
Lent and Easter Liturgy Schedule
“Even now, says the Lord, return to me with your whole heart.” We welcome you and your family to join us for the season of Lent, a time when individually and as a community, we draw our hearts back to Christ in preparation for his Passion, Death, and Resurrection.
“Even now, says the Lord, return to me with your whole heart.” We welcome you and your family to join us for the season of Lent, a time when individually and as a community, we draw our hearts back to Christ in preparation for his Passion, Death, and Resurrection.
Ash Wednesday: March 5
Mass: 8:45 a.m. | 6:30 p.m. (livestream)
We begin the season of Lent by being reminded of our mortality as we receive ashes in the sign of a cross: “Repent, and believe in Gospel.” Participating in Ash Wednesday Mass is a powerful way to start the 40 days of Lent.
Lenten Reconciliation: Sunday, April 6, 4 p.m.
Following the service, priests will be available to hear individual confessions.
Are you struggling with regret or shame over past mistakes or feeling like something is holding you back from peace and joy? God is awaiting you with open arms. This is an opportunity to join our sisters and brothers in asking for forgiveness and healing during this important time of the year. Reconciliation is also regularly available Wednesday and Friday: 8 - 8:20 a.m. and Saturday: 3:15 - 4 p.m.
Palm Sunday: April 13
Mass: Saturday 4:30 p.m. (livestream) | Sunday 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.
Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday and offers some of the most unique liturgies of our church year filled with many opportunities to dive deep into prayer and prepare your heart for Easter. During Palm Sunday Mass, talented members of our community will proclaim the Passion.
Holy Week Schedule:
Divine Mercy Service: Sunday, April 27, 2:30 p.m.
"O Lord, Our God, We place our trust in You, because you are mercy itself." Please join us to pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, have Veneration of the Divine Mercy Image, reflect on Saint Faustina's writings, and conclude with Exposition and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.
Livestream
We hope to see you in person as we worship and receive the Eucharist together. The Eucharist is Jesus’ great gift to us and the fulfillment of His promise to be with us always until the end of time. If you are not able to join us in person, please join us via our livestream or our YouTube channel.
Mass: 8:45 a.m. | 6:30 p.m. (livestream)
We begin the season of Lent by being reminded of our mortality as we receive ashes in the sign of a cross: “Repent, and believe in Gospel.” Participating in Ash Wednesday Mass is a powerful way to start the 40 days of Lent.
Lenten Reconciliation: Sunday, April 6, 4 p.m.
Following the service, priests will be available to hear individual confessions.
Are you struggling with regret or shame over past mistakes or feeling like something is holding you back from peace and joy? God is awaiting you with open arms. This is an opportunity to join our sisters and brothers in asking for forgiveness and healing during this important time of the year. Reconciliation is also regularly available Wednesday and Friday: 8 - 8:20 a.m. and Saturday: 3:15 - 4 p.m.
Palm Sunday: April 13
Mass: Saturday 4:30 p.m. (livestream) | Sunday 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.
Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday and offers some of the most unique liturgies of our church year filled with many opportunities to dive deep into prayer and prepare your heart for Easter. During Palm Sunday Mass, talented members of our community will proclaim the Passion.
Holy Week Schedule:
- Holy Thursday Mass: April 17, 7 p.m. with Adoration until 12 a.m. (livestream)
- Good Friday Service: April 18, 3 p.m. (livestream)
- Easter Vigil Mass: April 19, 8 p.m.
- Easter Sunday Mass: April 20, 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. (livestream)
Divine Mercy Service: Sunday, April 27, 2:30 p.m.
"O Lord, Our God, We place our trust in You, because you are mercy itself." Please join us to pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, have Veneration of the Divine Mercy Image, reflect on Saint Faustina's writings, and conclude with Exposition and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.
Livestream
We hope to see you in person as we worship and receive the Eucharist together. The Eucharist is Jesus’ great gift to us and the fulfillment of His promise to be with us always until the end of time. If you are not able to join us in person, please join us via our livestream or our YouTube channel.