From the Pastor's Desk:

My Dear Parishioners,

Today 30th Sunday in ordinary time, in the first reading of today, through Moses, God warns us: “You must not oppress the stranger or molest him…not be harsh with the widow or with orphans.” Of course, God reminds us that such acts would attract his wrath upon the oppressor. Therefore, the lesson here is that we must treat others justly and with love. God hates oppression and injustice, especially against the weak, the poor, and the defenseless.

In the second reading, Paul reminds the Thessalonians community of their former status as pagans and how they were liberated through the power of the good news. Their liberation was a sign of God’s love for them. Their acceptance of the good news was equally a sign of their love for God. Thus, Paul praised their effort and encouraged them to endure in love until the coming of the Lord.

In today’s gospel, the Pharisees posed Christ another “difficult” question: “Master, which is the greatest commandment of the Law?” As usual, this was in order to test him. A close look at Jesus’ response today reveals that Jesus presents us with the vertical dimension of love: “You shall love the Lord your God with all your soul….” It is important to note that to love God with one’s body and soul requires a lot of sacrifice and humility. To love God is an essential prerequisite for being like him.

The second dimension of love is horizontal: “You must love your neighbor as yourself?” This is more difficult than the first. This is because we neglect and take it for granted. This is by thinking that we can love God alone without loving our neighbors.

God Bless You,

Fr. George, MSFS

LITURGICAL SCHEDULE:

Sts. peter & paul Catholic Parish

AnnouncementS

Weekend Mass Schedule:

Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026...

5:30 pm

Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026...

SJA at 8:15 am

SSPP at 10:30 am

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Confessions:

SSPP Saturdays - TBA

SJA —Sundays - TBA

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

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RELIGIOUS & ADULT EDUCATION

K-10: Classes on October 28, next Family Retreat 11/18

Confirmation: Next Class 10/28

Wine & Dine with the Word: November 12 @ 6pm

A Pint & A Word: Looking for someone to lead this group. If feeling called, please contact 715 530-3225 or ssppcre@gmail.com

Confirmation Mass in at 3pm on 10/25

Wine & “Dine” with the Word: begins this month, please join us on the 2nd Thursdays (Oct 8)

A Pint & A Word: Looking for someone to lead this group. If feeling called, please contact 715 530-3225 or ssppcre@gmail.com

Tradition Corner

Faith Formation News

Faith Enrichment Opportunities

2026 Legacy Guild Benefit Dinner| Holy Cross Diocesan Center | 11/ 6|www.frjoseguild.org

Shelter Volunteers Needed |Opening 11/1 | La Crosse & Wausau| cclse.org/volunteer-opportunities/

GRACE Program |Support women & children with household, hygiene, & Baby essentials | La Crosse & Chippewa Valley areas| cclse.org/grace/

Pregnancy & Adoption Support | Catholic Charities | 24 hr help | 884.644.7223

World Youth Day |8/3-8,2027 | Seoul, South Korea | worldyouthday.com

Napal Relief| Donations needed for those impacted by devasting flooding |Contact Catholic Relief Services 888.212.4357

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 Nov. 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 28th and November 29th Masses.