From the Pastor's Desk:

My Dear Parishioners,

This is the Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Today we hear about a banquet feast that surpasses all other celebrations. To the feast, people of all nations have been invited. The feast will be a time to celebrate the splendor of our God.

Although this is the image in the Isaiah reading and psalm, the Gospel informs us that some people who have been invited either refuse to come or do not come in the way in which they are expected to come.

As we reflect on the readings today, our minds turn to both thoughts of the expected heavenly banquet feast and also of the weekly feast that Christians celebrate together. The imagery of an unending feast with juicy, rich food and pure, choice wines is a powerful one. The eternal heavenly banquet will be that and much more.

Sharing a meal, especially with juicy, rich food and special drink, is a way of being united with others and celebrating our friendship. Each celebration should be just a small reminder of the great feast that awaits us in glory of the house of our God. Part of our feasting should be a time to be with fellow believers and together praise our God Who has sent the Son to save us. We should also take time away from our hectic schedules and re-create ourselves by coming to the table of the Lord. It will be a glorious and wonderful time when we sit down with so many others and enjoy the richness of the feast supplied by our God. It will be a time of glory and exaltation.

May your day be blessed, especially as you gather with fellow believers to praise the Lord Jesus and enjoy all that God has for you. Amen!

God Bless You,

Fr. George, MSFS

LITURGICAL SCHEDULE:

Sts. peter & paul Catholic Parish

AnnouncementS

Weekend Mass Schedule:

Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026...

5:30 pm

Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026...

SJA at 8:15 am

SSPP at 10:30 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

K-10: Classes on October 7, 14 & 28. No Class on October 21

Jr. Confirmation: Reminder, Class on Oct 7th; Interviews on Oct 11th; Retreat on Oct 18th; Rehearsal on Oct 21st

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

In Spain, Celebrations for St Teresa of Avila is celebrated throughout the month, especially in her home town of Avila. Her Feast day is October 15. This Doctor of the Church is celebrated by many things from processions to street food. One famous special treat is Yemas de Santa Teresa (egg yolks of St Teresa)

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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.