From the Pastor's Desk:

My Dear Parishioners,

Today is the Second Sunday of Easter - Divine Mercy Sunday. Faith is a theme that runs through our readings today. In our First Reading we hear what were the results of the faith of the first Christians (those who came to believe in Jesus immediately following the coming of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost).

In today's Gospel, the Risen Lord Jesus appears to the apostles to strengthen their faith in being with them. He also shares with them a gift of faith - the Holy Spirit, the Spirit of peace and reconciliation.

Today speaks about faith. Faith is a relationship that begins with God desiring us to know God more intimately. God gifts us with this faith relationship, in and through Jesus. This faith relationship, although divine in origin, has been handed down to us by those who have gone before us in faith. We are part of the faith tradition. As we explore and deepen our relationship with God, We need to realize that we are called not only to be one with Jesus and His Father; we are also to be one with all who call upon God as their Father, all of those who have gone before us in faith. We are called to deepen our relationship with faith in God. We must be willing to share all that we have received from God with our fellow believers. We need to come together in a faith community and give thanks to God by breaking the bread and being in communion with the Body of Christ , both in a sacramental way and in a spiritual way. We need to be a people of prayer, who is aware of our relationship with God and all it entails: Praise and acknowledgment of God for who God is: admission of our own weaknesses and sins: Thanks for all God has done, especially in and through Jesus: and unity with others, especially through our prayers with and for them.

May you continue to grow in the faith that God has given you by means of those who have shared their faith with you. Amen!

God Bless You,

Fr. George, MSFS

LITURGICAL SCHEDULE:

Sts. peter & paul Catholic Parish

AnnouncementS

Weekend Mass Schedule:

Saturday, April 11, 2026...

5:00 pm

Sunday, April 12, 2026...

SJA at 8:15 am

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

Traditions Corner

St Faustina had three missions: 1) remind the world about the merciful love of God, 2) Asking for God’s mercy for the world with the veneration of the image 3) start an apostolic movement of Divine Mercy. And it all started in Poland, with a Polish sister and then a Polish Pope.

Source: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/message/stfaustina/mission

Faith Enrichment Opportunities

Madre Peregrina Veneration |Apr 7-1 4| Madison

For more information www.guadalupewi.org

50 Apparitions of Mary SSPP Family Retreat

Apr 19, 2026 | All invited | After 10:15 Mass

WI March for Life | Sat, 4/25 2-4pm| Madison

For more information, marchforlifewisconsin.org

Domestic Church Evangelization Retreat | La Crosse

|4/25 https://domesticchurchfamilies.com/event/evangelization-retreat-lacrosse-wi/

Golf Outing & Dinner |6/15 | Fox Hollow Golf Course

diolc.org/priesthood/golf-outing/

Are you being called? Looking for those willing to leaf Bible Studies for Adults & Kids. Please reach out by phone / text 715-530-3225 or email to ssppcre@gmail.com.

CCD/Confirmation:

CCD News- Next Family retreat will be April 19th. Potluck after the 10:15 Mass. Setup/drop-off of Marian Displays will start Friday night.

Are you being called?: Looking for leaders 715 530-3225 or email to ssppcre@gmail.com.

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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 April 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 April, 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 March 28st and March 29nd Masses.