"Still the Answer" Eucharistic Rally 2025

You are invited to join faithful from across the diocese on Sat, Aug 9 at the Pablo Center in Eau Claire for a new opportunity to pause, reflect and renew our love of the gift of the Eucharist, as Jesus continues to give us His body and blood, strengthening us through life’s joy, sorrows and challenges.

The day’s events will include a river walk procession, Mass, engaging speakers, live music and Eucharistic adoration. Take this time to remember how much you need Jesus - and that He is Still the Answer for you, for your family, for your parish and for the world.

To learn more about the event and to register, visit diolc.org/still-the-answer.

Annual Diocese Appeal

Do you want free money for your church?

Any monies that go over our yearly goal will come directly back to the church as a rebate and will not be counted as income for next year’s quota.

The due date is Mon, Jun 30.

Please consider giving.

There are sheets in the back of the church if you would like to do automatic payments each month. That way, it doesn’t seem like such a big hit to the checkbook all at once.

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Calling all couples who are celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary in 2025 or 2026

Every year we are honored to do something special for couples who are celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Each couple receives a packet and certificate, as well as an invitation to attend one of three celebrations that include Mass with the Bishop followed by a dinner. We use the information provided by your parish’s records to know where to send the packets and invitations.

We are preparing for the anniversaries happening in 2025 and would like to get a head start on the 2026 anniversaries as well.

Please contact your parish office to ensure your wedding date is listed in the parish’s records.

Catch the Fire of the Spirit, Grow in Your Faith—join Lay Formation!

Registration is now open for the next two-year Lay Formation Institute cycle that begins in the fall of 2025. Deepen your knowledge of the Faith in a community of learners, catch the fire of the Holy Spirit, and let Him make you a contagious witness to Christ!

See the complete information and application form at diolc.org/lay-formation.

Discuss with your pastor and contact the Office for Ministries and Social Concerns at ministries@diolc.org or call 608-791-0161.

Eucharistic Adoration

Every week all three parishes will have Eucharistic Adoration.

St. Boniface—Tue, 4:30-5:30pm, St. Lawrence—Thu, 7:00-8:00am, Immaculate Conception—Fri, 7:00-8:00am.

Help Needed Liturgical Ministries

All three parishes are in need of the faithful who are willing to share their time and talent as Readers, Servers, Ushers, or Eucharistic Ministers.

There will be training or a refresher class available. Please contact Connie in the office.

Marriage Preparation Program

If you are planning on getting married in 2026 or 2027, you will need to attend a marriage preparation program. We only offer one class a year in the Arcadia Deanery. If you are interested in attending, there are pamphlets on the bulletin board in back of church.

Pope Leo XlV Resources

The Vatican and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) have begun releasing materials about our new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, including official statements, photographs, and video content.

The faithful can visit diolc.org/pope-leo to access a central collection of these materials.

The Rosary in a Year Podcast: Renew Your Prayer

You are most welcome to join for FREE as an opportunity to deepen your relationship with Christ and the Blessed Virgin as you understand the beauty and significance of the rosary.

This will be a 10-minute daily podcast to hear about the basics, what it means to have a relationship with Jesus and Mary, the meaning of the prayers, understand better the different mysteries and how to meditate on the life of Christ to encounter Him.

Download the prayer plan at AscensionPress.com/RosaryinaYear.

House Cleaner Wanted

We are looking for someone to clean the rectory once a week for the months of June & July. Rita Greshik has been doing it but will be gone most of the summer helping with grandbabies. If interested or have questions please let Connie know in the office.