From the Pastor's Desk:

My Dear Parishioners,

This is the Fourth Sunday of Easter Today is Good Shepherd Sunday. We focus on the role of Jesus as the Good Shepherd and our response as faithful sheep of His flock. The Fourth Sunday of Easter also marks the 63rd Anniversary of the World day of prayer for vocations instituted by Pope Paul VI in 1964. Parishes are especially encouraged to include prayers for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life.

As we reflect on the role of the Good Shepherd and the response to that should come from the sheep under the care of the Good Shepherd, we should be humbled. Jesus is concerned for each of us in a very personal, intimate way. Jesus knows each of us. He is willing to do whatever is necessary so that not one of His flock is lost or hurt. We should not worry about anything if we truly know the voice of our Good Shepherd and respond to His call.

The response to the Good Shepherd and to those who have dutifully continued the shepherding in the name of the Good Shepherd is to echo the words of the people who listened to Peter on that first Pentecost Sunday: "What are we to do?" We need to be obedient to the call of the Good Shepherd. We need to dedicate our lives to following where He leads. If we are called to shepherd part of His flock, whether it be in our family, in our work, or in our faith community, we must be willing to do so with the same interest and loving concern as the Good Shepherd.

May you enjoy the comfort and peace that comes from knowing that Jesus, the Good Shepherd, is caring for you at all times. AMEN!

God Bless You,

Fr. George, MSFS

LITURGICAL SCHEDULE:

Sts. peter & paul Catholic Parish

AnnouncementS

Weekend Mass Schedule:

Saturday, April 25, 2026...

5:00 pm

Sunday, April 26, 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

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/

CCD/Confirmation:

One more class for CCD and Confirmation. Communicants will have their 1st Communion on Sunday May 3. Rehearsal on Saturday at 10:00 am.

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.