VOL Parish Weekly Bulletin February 21, 2016 | Page 2

February 21, 2016

Second Sunday of Lent

Views From The Pews
Beverly asked, “How do we spend our
money?”
“I invited Beverly to my office
and gave her a brief overview of how
we spend your money. Then, I gave
her a copy of our budget. Remember, the money is
yours. You have a right to know how it is spent.”
Tony asks, “What did you say about the crucifix at your
earlier Mass on Sunday? I went to the seven o’clock
Mass Sunday evening and you said nothing about the
crucifix. A friend who went to the earlier Mass said that
what you said about the crucifix was important to him.”
“Sorry, I overlooked the crucifix in my later
homily. It’s one of the risks of giving a homily without
notes.
My homily centered on the reality that we serve
Satan every time we yield to a temptation. I suggested
we keep a small crucifix in our pocket or purse; and
every time we face a temptation, pull out the crucifix.
Look at it. Then, ask ourselves, whom shall I serve;
Jesus Christ or Satan?”
Father Mike

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Did You Know?

In a recent national poll, American Catholics were
asked whether they believe a person should have the right
to end his or her life if she or he is in great pain and near
death. Eighty-four percent said no; the other 16% said
yes.
Father Mike

Laws of Lenten Fast and Abstinence
Ash Wednesday, Good Friday, and the Fridays during
Lent are days of abstinence from meat for all Catholics 14
years of age and older. In addition to abstinence, fasting is to
be observed by all Catholics between the ages of 18-59 years
on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. On days of fasting,
one full meal is allowed. Two smaller meals, sufficient to
maintain strength, may be taken according to one’s needs,
but together they should not equal another full meal.

Lenten Seafood Supper
The Men’s Club is sponsoring its Annual Lenten
Seafood Supper each Friday during Lent. Dine-In or
Take-Out from 5-8 p.m. in the VOL cafeteria. Drinks &
Desserts also available for purchase. Menus can be
found in the literature rack of church.

Way of the Cross

Days of Mercy Every Wednesday
at Visitation of Our Lady Church

5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Confessions & Divine Mercy Chaplet
6:30 pm
Evening Prayer or Mass*
7:15 pm
Adult Faith Formation
*Mass will be celebrated on the following evenings:
June 29, September 14, November 2 & November 16

The Way of the Cross will be celebrated every Friday
evening during Lent immediately following the 6 p.m. Mass.
This traditional journey to Calvary, using the texts from
Holy Scripture, has been a consolation and source of faith
and grace to many. The Church grants to those who
participate in the Way of the Cross a plenary indulgence.

Eucharistic Adoration
Christ suffer ed and died for Y OU. His love for
you is unfathomable.
It’s time to take time for Him. Visit him during
Eucharistic Adoration on Thursday, February 25th in
the Day Chapel.
Call the Pastoral Center at 347-2203 to be placed on
the Adoration schedule.
Drop ins are ALWAYS welcome!!

Members of the Altar Society are seeking your help cleaning palms and sprucing
up the Church immediately following the 8:30 a.m. Mass on Saturday, March 19th in
preparation for Easter. Any and all help is greatly appreciated!
Service Hours Available.