Lenten Opportunities

Stations
Reflections
Confession
Beatitude Boxes/Bags
Parish Mission
Fish Fry

Stations of the Cross

The Stations of the Cross are images of stories about the passion and death of Jesus Christ. Most of the stories which make up the Stations were drawn from Scripture, and others, such as Saint Veronica wiping the face of Jesus, were taken from tradition. The route traditionally held to have been taken by Jesus to his death at Calvary (Golgotha) in Jerusalem is called the Via Dolorosa or the Sorrowful Way. The Stations were erected in local churches as a way of bringing this prayerful experience to those who could not travel to Jerusalem. 

 

The staions are prayed in the church every Friday during Lent.  

5:00 in Spanish & 6:15 in English

Confessions During Lent

“Turn away from sin and be faithful to the Gospel!” These are the words you hear on Ash Wednesday when the holy ashes are marked on your forehead. This ancient practice of acknowledging sin is also a great opportunity … God’s unconditional forgiveness! During these days leading up to Easter, the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be offered at various times. Take advantage of these blessed encounters with the forgiving Father!

 

Weekly opportunities for Confession durign Lent:

Friday 12:00 - 12:30 p.m. & 7:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
or by appointment - Call Parish Office at 573-335-7667.

Lenten Parish Mission

“The Holy eucharist: shadows and fulfillment”

Monday March 11 – Thursday March 14

6:30 - 8:00 pm

St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church

Preached by Fr. Ben Cameron, C.P.M. of the Fathers of Mercy

 

During the mission, the people of the parish will gather each evening

for a series of presentations on the Most Holy Eucharist:

 

Monday - The Passover Sacrifice: The Holy Eucharist as Sacrifice
Tuesday - The Manna: The Holy Eucharist as Communion with God
Wednesday - The Bread of the Presence: The Holy Eucharist as Real Presence
Thursday - The Eucharistic Sacrifice: Renewal of the Covenant & Foretaste of Heaven

Lenten Reflections

Walking the Journey Together

Daily Lenten Reflections written by St. Vincent Parishioners.  These books can be found in the gathering space and by the enterances to Church.  

33 Days to Eucharistic Glory

Beatitude Boxes & Bags

Blessed are they who hunger and thirst

for righteousness, for they will be satisfied.

MATTHEW 5:6

During the season of Lent, the Service Committee invites the parishioners of St. Vincent to collect food and paper items for distribution to the needy. Beatitude Boxes will be filled with specific food items and Beatitude Bags will be filled with specific paper products.


Tags are posted on the bulletin board in the gathering area. Some tags will list all items in the box (approximate cost $30-$35) and all items in the bag (approximate cost $12-$15). Other tags list some of the items in the box or bag. You are invited to take one or more tags and purchase the requested items.

 

Return the items to the Gathering Area.  Please return the items any day of hte week to the bins in the gathering space.  All items need to be returned no later than March 29.  Boxes and bags will then be filled and given to the needy in the local community. Thank you for your generosity!

Lenten Fish Fry

Sponsored by the St. Vincent de Paul Men’s Association

Join us for a Catfish Dinner each Friday during Lent from 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Center.  

 

The family friendly meal includes fresh American pond raised catfish, “Todt secret recipe cole slaw,” “Koehler famous hush puppies,” side dishes, dessert and drink.

 

Tickets are $13 for adults, $7 for students. Carryouts are available.