PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS
FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT – MARCH 22, 2026
1. TODAY, MARCH 22 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
• During 9:30 a.m. Mass - RCIA Elects will take part in THIRD SCRUTINY
• The Srutinies are powerful prayers over the elects meant to uncover, and then heal all that are weak, defective or sinful in their hearts and to bring out and strengthen all that is upright, strong and good.
• Following all morning Masses ladies from Catholic Women’s League are selling hand-made artificial palms and various Easter items.
2. NEXT WEEK WE CELEBRATE:
• Wednesday, March 25 – THE ANNUNCIATION OF THE LORD (Solemnity)
• Friday, March 27 – STATIONS OF THE CROSS at 6:30 p.m. (in Polish) & RCIA Presentation of the LORD’s PRAYER during the 7:00 pm Mass which, exceptionally, will be in English
• Sunday, March 29 – PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD & LENTEN LAMENTATIONS (Gorzkie Żale) at 5:15 p.m.
3. VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED
• We are anticipating the move back to Church before Holy Thursday; therefore men are needed on Saturday, March 28 at 10:00 a.m. and on Monday, March 30 also around 10:00 am.
• Everyone, men and women, are invited to help on Monday, March 30 and Tuesday, March 31 around 5:00 p.m. There is a sign-up sheet on the table by the entrance to the hall. If you want and can come to help, please write down your name and contact number/email.
• In addition, we are beginning painting of our Chaple; please note that starting on Monday, March 23 all morning and evening Masses will be in the parish hall.
4. GROUPS’ MEETINGS
• RCIA – Sunday, March 22 & 29 following the Mass at 9:30 a.m.
• BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP – Thursday, March 26 at 6:00 p.m.
• ST. CECILIA CHOIR – Friday, March 27 at 5:30 p.m.
• YOUTH (17-35 years of age) - Saturday, March 28 at 6:00 p.m.
5. CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE
• Is asking everyone to return all raffle books to our parish office or with Sunday’s donations;
• Due to the painting project, we will NOT have the Palm Sunday Tea this year. However, ladies will still have the Easter Bake & Perogies Sale on Sunday, March 29.
• In relation, they are in need home baking. Please bring it to parish hall either Saturday, March 28 in the morning or Sunday, March 29 before the Masses.
• The draw for the Spring Raffle will be after the 11:00 a.m. Mass, please stay behind if you want to witness it. The winners will be announced in the next bulletin.
6. 40 TINS FOR LENT
• Once again Knights of Columbus are collecting food for the poor.
• Baskets for non-perishable items are placed by the entrance to the parish hall.
7. FUNDRAISING DINNER TO SUPPORT MISSIONARIES
• Knights of Columbus are organizing a Fundraising Dinner to support the work of Missionaries.
• The dinner will take place in our Church Hall on Thursday, March 26.
• Tickets $50 each are available from Knights of Columbus following all Masses.
8. YEAR 2026 SUNDAY OFFERTORY ENVELOPES
• Are ready for pick from our parish office during week days or you can find them on Sundays on a table by the entrance to the hall.
9. PAINTING OF THE CHURCH
• To date we have collected $399,066.00.
• Thanks to your generosity we have started the painting project with hope to finish it before Easter of 2026.
• We continue to ask for your financial support to fully cover the total cost of the project. Donations may be made using the blue envelopes marked “Church Painting.” Once again, we sincerely thank all donors — God bless you!
10. MARRIAGE PREPARATION COURSE
• We are offering a Marriage Prep Course for all those who are planning to be married in the year 2026 (if you did not complete the online course) and 2027.
• It will be held on the weekend of April 10, 11 and 12 (Friday to Sunday).
• This course is mandatory as it is a prerequisite in our Archdiocese.
• For more information and to register please call our parish office.
11. 37TH ANNUAL PUBLIC WAY OF THE CROSS
• All are welcome to participate in the 37th Annual Public Way of the Cross, hosted at St. Edward the Confessor Church (836 Arlington street) on Good Friday, April 3 at 9:00 a.m.
12. REMEMBER YOUR PARISH IN YOUR WILL
• We ask that you please remember our Holy Ghost parish in your will allocation.
• Through your parish you receive the Sacraments, especially Eucharist and Reconciliation with the Lord. These sacraments are vessels leading to eternity. Through your act of kindness we, the Church of Holy Ghost will be able to provide the most important food for life and spread the love God gives us through Sacraments and the works of his Church.
• Also, remember your parish when commemorating your loved one through donations in lieu of flowers during the funeral preparation. This is one of the ways to support the church and to contribute to its growth. Thank you.
• Sincere thank you for any kind of help you provide!
