My Dear Parishioners,

On this Twenty Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, the readings remind us that our relationship with God is actually to be on the side of community responsibility and community guilt and group consciousness of God's presence. At other times we feel the stress of individual accountability and personal relationship with God.

The readings today remind us that our relationship with God is a combination of both. The prophet Ezekiel knows that he, as an individual, must do all he can to bring the wayward individual back to God. 

In the Gospel, Jesus speaks to His disciples on the need to be in harmony with their fellow believers and to honestly, lovingly, and affirmatively encourage those who are out of sync with the Gospel command of love and challenge them to get back inline. The purpose should always be to help the one who is erring to come back to the full union with the body of believers. Jesus ends this passage with a request that the whole activity be done in prayer and recognition of His presence with the community of believers.

As we reflect on the readings we need to realize the need for us to be in touch with the Lord in our own life. It is when we are aware of our own sinfulness and shortcomings that we can be more attentive to God. We have to take responsibility for our failures. As we are progressing along the road to the Lord, then we must reach out to those who have also taken some wrong paths along the journey. We must treat them with the same compassion and mercy that we have experienced from God.

May you continue to follow the lead of the Teacher and imitate His loving concern for all. Amen!

God Bless You,

Fr. George, MSFS

    Weekend Mass Schedule:

Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026...

                                  5:00 pm

Sunday, Sept. 6, 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  

Religious Ed. News

Please pray and see if you are being called to be a catechist.  The Religious Ed Program is looking for at least 2 teachers and multiple sub teachers. Please contact the office at ssppcre@gmail.com or 715 530-3225.

Tradition Corner

Even though there is no record of Our Lady’s birthday, the church chose to celebrates Mary’s birth on September 8.

Source: The Big Book of Catholic Customs and Traditions; Branigan McNamara, Robinson, & Neuberger

 Faith Formation News

Looking for adult volunteers and subs for musicians, leaders, organizers, and helpers for multiple new ministries. Please contact ssppcre@gmail.com or 715 530-3225.

CCD/Confirmation: 

Religious Ed. News

Please pray and see if you are being called to be a catechist.  The Religious Ed Program is looking for a 7th grade and multiple sub teachers. Please contact the office at ssppcre@gmail.com or 715 530-3225.

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 September 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 September, 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 September 26th and September 27th Masses.