St. Francis of Assisi

In moments of deep trial, when human remedies seem to fail, the light of divine hope shines brightest through the patronage of the faithful Apostle of impossible causes. Known for his powerful intercession and steady guidance, he stands as a compassionate companion for every soul facing overwhelming challenges, reminding us that no burden is too heavy when placed in the hands of God. May his enduring legacy inspire us to trust unwaveringly in the Lord’s providence, finding in every trial a renewed promise of grace, healing, and victory.

Recorrer el mundo llevando el mensaje de Cristo no fue para San Juan Pablo II solo una misión, sino un testimonio vivo de que la fe puede transformar el corazón de la humanidad. Su vida entera, marcada por el perdón, la defensa de la dignidad humana y un abandono filial a la Santísima Virgen, nos recuerda que el amor de Dios es una fuente inagotable de fortaleza capaz de renovar cualquier historia. Al meditar en los días de esta novena en su honor, entregamos nuestras batallas, familias e intenciones a su amorosa intercesión. Pedimos que su legado nos guíe para construir puentes de paz, abrazar el Evangelio con ardor y caminar cada día con la certeza de que nunca estamos solos.

In October, as we dedicate this month to the Holy Rosary, every prayer becomes a gentle invitation to pause, breathe, and rest our souls in the presence of God. Walking hand in hand with our Blessed Mother, we place our days and worries into her care, discovering in this simple devotion a quiet sanctuary from the noise of the world. As we pray this Rosary, we entrust our deepest joys, trials, and silent intentions into the Immaculate Heart of Mary. We ask her motherly intercession to draw us ever closer to Jesus, granting us the grace to live each day with steady faith, humility, and inner peace.

La vida de Carlo Acutis es un faro de luz que nos recuerda que la santidad es posible hoy, en medio de la juventud, la tecnología y la cotidianidad de nuestro tiempo. Con su fe sencilla y su amor apasionado por la Eucaristía —a la que llamaba su autopista al cielo—, Carlo nos enseña a no ser fotocopias de las modas del mundo, sino versiones originales del amor de Dios, usando cada talento para iluminar a los demás. Pedimos que su ejemplo nos inspire a poner a Jesús en el centro de nuestras vidas y a caminar hacia la eternidad con un corazón alegre, auténtico y lleno de esperanza.

English Masses: Monday & Wednesday at 6 pm, Tuesday to Friday at 8 am. Spanish Masses: Monday to Friday at 12 pm, Thursday at 6 pm.

English Masses: Saturday at 5 pm, Sunday at 8:30 am, 10 am, 5 pm. Spanish Masses: Saturday at 7 pm, Sunday at 7 am, 12 pm, 7 pm.

A warm welcome to all new parishioners and visitors. Register online at the parish website or stop by the office.

Confessions available on Thursday 5-6 pm, Friday 1-3 pm, Saturday 4-5 pm & 6-7 pm, Sunday 6-7 pm.

For Anointing of the Sick or receiving Communion at home, call the parish office.

Join us for Mass at Prince of Peace Catholic Church this weekend: Saturday at 9:00 am and 4:00 pm, Sunday at 7:30 am, 9:00 am, and 11:00 am.

Weekday Masses are held Monday to Thursday at 9:00 am and 12:10 pm, Friday at 9:00 am and 5:30 pm. Reconciliation is available Friday from 4:30-5:30 pm and Saturday from 9:30-10:30 am in the Chapel.

Vietnamese Masses are on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month at 5:00 pm. Anointing of the Sick is available by appointment. Contact the office for more information.

The Parish Office is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. Social Services are available Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.

Consider joining the Women’s Catholic Bible Study on Wednesdays. Also, check out the upcoming events such as the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults meetings through November 17th.

Join us for the Respect Life Month "October Baby" Dinner event on Sunday, October 11 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Social Hall. The Culture of Life Ministry invites you to an evening celebrating the gift of human life. Tickets are $10 each or $25 per family. Purchase tickets in the Social Hall after Mass.

Celebrate Our Lady of Peñafrancia with Holy Mass on Sunday, October 18th at 12:00 p.m., followed by a procession and fiesta in the Social Hall. Join us for a day of honoring and celebrating Our Lady.

Check out the Mass schedule and intentions for the upcoming week. Remember in prayer those listed for intentions during the different Mass times.

Stay engaged this week with various activities at Our Lady of the Lakes including SVdP Food Pantry, Mass, Prayer and Life Workshops, Line Dancing Class, Choir Rehearsal, Faith Formation, and more.

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Join us for the Parish Festival on Saturday, October 31 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Parish Center. There will be DJ, dancing, games, a 50/50 raffle, plants, garden treasures, bingo, popcorn, snow cones, costume parade at 7:30 p.m., and more. Food trucks will be there with delicious favorites. Don't miss out on the fun!