From the Pastor's Desk:

Dear Parishioners,

Today is the Solemnity of Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. The readings focus on the concept of kingship, particularly the Kingship of Jesus Christ.

The First Reading declares the joy of the Israelites as they come to David, and they crown and anoint him their king.

The Gospel informs us that Jesus is crucified because He claims that He is the King. Although most people ridicule His kingship, Jesus promises a place in His heavenly reign to the repentant criminal who is crucified with Him.

As we end this liturgical year, we are reminded that the fullness of the Reign of God is not here on earth. We must begin to live as members of that Reign right now. We must work for the spread of the Reign of God and live our lives as a witness to what is yet to be when God recreates the new heavens and the new earth and Jesus reigns supreme with His Father for ever and ever. We can do that by living a life that is marked by peace, joy, and a sense of eternal light that will mark the heavenly Rein. People should be able to experience a small taste of what lies ahead by the way we treat them. We must be as joyful as the pilgrims who enthusiastically headed to the city of the King. We must be even more joy filled as we journey toward the eternal Reign of our Lord Jesus and His Father, in union with the Holy Spirit.

When Jesus was born and lived here on earth, He presented a model of being a King. He came to serve and not be served, and to give His life so that we might live. It is because of His loving service, His sacrificial giving of Himself, that we can enter into His Reign and share in its glory, not as insignificant subjects, but as heirs in the Reign of God. Let us continue to give thanks to Jesus, our King!

May you look forward to living, and live now, as an heir in the eternal Reign of Christ our King, and may that drive you to serve others as Jesus did. Amen!

God Bless,

Father George MSFS

LITURGICAL SCHEDULE:

Sts. peter & paul Catholic Parish

AnnouncementS

Weekend Mass Schedule:

Saturday, November 22, 2025...

SSPP at 4:00 pm

Sunday, November 23, 2025...

SJA at 8:15 am

Sunday, November 23, 2025...

SSPP at 10:15 am

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Confessions:

SSPP Saturdays - 3:00 pm

SJA —Sundays - 7:45 am to 8:15 am

For Any Other Time Needed: Please Call the Office for an Appointment at 715-985-2227.

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RELIGIOUS & ADULT EDUCATION

Religious & Adult Education

Weekly proclamation based on hope for the Jubilee Year of Hope

Jubilee Year of Hope 2025

Jesus is Our Hope (1 Timothy 1:1)

Hope is not simply optimism or wishful thinking. It is a supernatural gift given by God that enables us to trust in His promises, even when all could seem lost. The catechism teaches that “hope is the theological virtue by which we desire the kingdom of heaven and eternal life, placing our trust in Christ’s promises and relying not on our own strength, but on the help of the Holy Spirit.” (CCC 1817). Hope, then, lifts our hearts beyond fear, failure or weakness. It tells us that the story of our lives, and of history itself, is held in the unbreakable bond with our loving God. As Pope Benedict XVI wrote, “Even when there seems to be nothing left to hope for, only the certitude of God’s love gives the courage to act and to persevere.” During this Jubilee Year of Hope, ask the Lord to increase the hope that is in you.

ST. FAUSTINA STUDY GROUP: the next study group session will be held on Monday, December 1st starting at 4:00 p.m. in the School. We will not meet this coming week due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.

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CCD & Confirmation:

Attention: Confirmation & CCD (No Classes Nov. 26th). Classes resume on Dec. 3rd.

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Please Donate to Jamaica Relief in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa

The full extent of Hurricane Melissa’s destruction is becoming clear after the powerful storm swept across Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba. Your generosity is needed to support relief efforts. You can donate by phone: 1.877.HELP.CRS or donate by check: Catholic Relief Services, Hurricane Melissa P.O. Box 5278, Tipton, IA 52772 0517. Catholic Relief Services is a reputable Catholic organization dedicated to help people affected by disasters. There is no reason to worry about being “scammed” if you make a donation.

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Mystic St. Gertrude was told by Jesus if she devotedly said the following prayer, a great multitude of souls in Purgatory would be released into Heaven:

Eternal Father, I offer You the most Precious Blood of Your Divine Son, Jesus, in union with the Masses said throughout the world today, for all the Holy Souls in Purgatory, for sinners everywhere, for sinners in the Universal Church, those in my own home, and within my family. Amen.

If you have any memories or traditions you would like to see, please send them to ssppcre@gmail.com

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St. FAUSTINA ADULT STUDY GROUP

A study group highlighting the life and diary of St. Faustina, including Divine Mercy, will start in September, dates to be determined if we have enough interest. This study is most appropriate for interested adults now that we have a first class relic of her.

Contact Marge if you are interested in attending: mbaecker@ssppwi.org or call or text 715-538-3638.

DIOCESE OF LA CROSSE GUIDELINES FOR REPORTING INSTANCES OF CHILD ABUSE:

The Diocese of La Crosse, through its policies and procedures, seeks to provide a prompt, appropriate and compassionate response to reporters of sexual abuse of a child by any diocesan agent (bishop, priest, deacon, employee, religious, vendor or volunteer). Anyone wishing to make a report of an allegation of sexual abuse should send that report to Mrs. Teresa Brown, Complaint Intake Agent, at the Diocese of
La Crosse, P.O. Box 4004, La Crosse, WI 54602-4004. Alternatively, you can contact Mrs. Brown at 608.791.0179 or intakeagent@diolc.org.
The reporting form is available through the Diocese of La Crosse Office of Safe Environment or on the diocesan website at: diolc.org/safe-environment/reporting. Individuals are also encouraged to take their reports directly to civil authorities. Copies of the diocesan policy are available through your local Parish and on the diocesan website.
If you have any questions about the Diocese of La Crosse and the implementation of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People, please contact Teresa Brown, Diocese of La Crosse, at 608.791.2679 or tbrown@diolc.org .

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If you have a birthday during the month of November come to Mass the first weekend to SS Peter & Paul Church. Father
will invite all children to come forward to receive a birthday blessing.

Adults can stand or come forward and also receive this special blessing. The parish will then sing Happy Birthday. Let us all celebrate Life and your Birthday’s.

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WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES —

If you were married in the month of November, please call Julie at the Rectory (715-985-2227) and let her know the number of years you have been married. Blessings will be given on November 29th and November 30th Masses.

Jubilee Year

Making a Pilgrimage

There is a long tradition of making pilgrimages in the Catholic Church. This practice has been encouraged by Pope Francis during the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope. The Pope explains that a pilgrimage is a "fundamental element of every jubilee year." He also granted an indulgence to the faithful who complete pilgrimages in this
Holy Year.

Diocesan Churches that have been designated by Bishop Battersby as places of pilgrimages for the 2025 Jubilee Year:

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