From the Pastor's Desk:

My Dear Parishioners,

This is the Thirty Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. Being a believer is manifested in the way we care for other people and all of God's creation, for all, even our skills and talents, are gifts from the Lord.

The Book of Proverbs lists some of the qualities of a good wife. She cares for her husband and manages the house while the husband earns a living. The faithful wife knows she is responsible for the good order of the household and still cares for the needy outside her home. Her greatest quality, mentioned last in the passage, is not her beauty but her "fear of the Lord," that is, her awe-filled relationship with God.

In the Gospel, Jesus shares another parable which speaks of the need of His disciples to use the time they have before the Master's return. They are called to realize the gifts they have been given by God, not only for their own benefit but also for the purpose of giving back to God that with which they have been entrusted and give it back with interest.

Reflecting on the readings for today, we realize that as a disciple of Jesus, we can't just kick back and rest and presume that we will have time to take care of things before we meet the Lord Jesus at the end of our life or the end of time. Our life could end at any time, just as the Lord Jesus could return at any time. We must be prepared. We will be held accountable for how we have used the talents and abilities God has given. We will have to answer for how we loved our families, treated our friends, cared for the lowly, and took care of the environment. We will have to answer. It is not that our salvation is earned by our actions. It is that we show that we have accepted what God has given us and used it in a way that gives back to God what God has given us with greater interest. Hopefully, as we meet the Risen Lord at the end of our time, we hear the words spoken to the steward - servants by the Mater in today's Gospel: "Well done my good and faithful servant. Come share your Master's joy!" Amen!

God Bless You,

Fr. George, MSFS

LITURGICAL SCHEDULE:

Sts. peter & paul Catholic Parish

AnnouncementS

Weekend Mass Schedule:

Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026...

5:30 pm

Sunday, Nov. 15, 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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Children’s Gospel Needs

Looking for items for the Children’s Gospel area. If you have any spare, please consider donating them to the children’s area in the lower level. These will also be available for use during any occasion where children will be in attendance

Things looking for

Bookcase

Religious children’s books for any age

Bins for supply storage

small table/chairs

RELIGIOUS & ADULT EDUCATION

K-10: Classes on Nov. 4, next Family Retreat 11/18

Jr. Confirmation: Next Class 11/4

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

Tradition Corner

On November 21, we celebrate the Feast of the Presentation of Mary. This feast day began in 543 in Jerusalem. Tradition has her being presented at Temple at the age of 3, which began her consecration to God leading to being a living Temple of God.

Source: The Big Book of Catholic Customs and Traditions

Faith Enrichment Opportunities

PreMenopause Workshop |Nov 19 6-8pm | St Peter Parish| Rockland |$5

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

For more visit diolc.org/chancery/past-bulletins

Rel Formation News

K-10: Family Retreat 11/18, Starting with Potluck at 6pm; Nov 25 No Class; Classes Resume Dec 2

Bible Timeline Adult Study: Dec. 2

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

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.