From the Pastor's Desk:

My Dear Parishioners,

I take this opportunity to wish all men Happy Father’s Day. Today is the Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time. We learn that being faithful to God has both its benefits and its challenges. We hear about some of the challenges or uncomfortable repercussions.

Jeremiah senses the hostility of those who are plotting his death because he faithfully proclaims God's Word. Even those whom he once had counted as his friends have turned against him.

In the Gospel, Jesus reminds His disciples that they, too, will have some difficult times, but as long as they stay focused on their mission, they should not fear because God will be faithful to the divine promises made.

The message for us today is that being faithful to our Master Teacher may be challenging, but the benefits far outweigh the difficulties, just as grace far outweighs sin. This message should be reassuring for us who seek to be followers of the Lord Jesus. It is a very realistic message: we will encounter rough times and even be persecuted, yet the Lord Jesus will be used to strengthen us, cast out our fears, and give us the words to proclaim from the rooftops. The Good News we proclaim is that God's grace is much, much more powerful than evil, sin, persecution, or any other difficulties we may experience. God's love will see us through. Fear prevents us from seeing and experiencing the love of God. This type of love is falsehood- lies.

May you be strengthened to live out your call of being a disciple of the Lord Jesus, especially when facing trying times. Amen!

God Bless You,

Fr. George, MSFS

LITURGICAL SCHEDULE:

Sts. peter & paul Catholic Parish

AnnouncementS

Weekend Mass Schedule:

Saturday, June 20, 2026...

5:00 pm

Sunday, June 21, 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

The First American canonized as a Saint was Frances Xavier Cabrini. The first American born Saint was Elizabeth Ann Seton. The first Native American Saint was Kateri Tekakwitha. Our Lady of Champion in Champion, WI is the only Vatican approved North American Marian apparition and Mary appeared to Adele Brise.

Source: various AI and websites

Faith Enrichment Opportunities

Catholic Saints of America| Our Lady of Champion Shrine |championshrine.org/americansaints

Legacy of Love: Celebrating Decades of Married Life|7/19, 8/9| Eau Claire, La Crosse |Couples celebrating milestone decade Marriage Anniversaries |608.791.2680 or emailing her at lboden@diolc.org.

Religious Freedom Wk |6/22-29 www.usccb.org/committees/religious-liberty/religious-freedom-week

Mission Trip |7/10-18 | Valdosta, GA |H.S. students mstoeffler64@gmail.com

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

Diocesan Outreach

Discernment Events diolc.org/priesthood/events/

Courage Apostolate: Are you, or someone you know, experiencing same-sex attractions and looking for answers? diolc.org/catechesis/courageencourage/

Healing Ministry for those Who Have Lost a Baby: For a compassionate, confidential ear please reach out to Rachel Ministries at 608.860.6698 or Hope4U@diolc.org.

CCD/Confirmation:

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 June 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 May, 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 May 30th and May 31st Masses.