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Dear Parishioners,

Before discussing upcoming St. Charles events, I want to inform you about changes that will be coming to the parish in March. Many of you are aware that I am not fond of goodbyes. But I have also come to realize that saying farewell is inevitable.

As of Monday, February 10, Mary Hengl has decided to resign from her role as office manager, with her final day being March 10, 2025. Throughout her time with St. Charles, she has been an integral part of our staff and has made an impact on the community. While we will miss her and the unique perspectives she brought to her work, we are also excited to see what lies ahead of her. Join me in wishing Mary all the best in her future endeavors and prayers for continued blessings in the journey ahead.

Sometimes, we need to wish staff members farewell so that they can follow their call from the Holy Spirit. This task is not easy, and I work very hard to handle the transition in an orderly way. I also realize that there are wonderful people who would not have come unless someone had left. We have had changes in parish staff that have resulted in wonderful replacements and new staff members contributing their gifts to the community.

Also, we have profited from new parishioners moving into our parish with some new ideas, new energy, new experiences, and a willingness to share with our community something of what the Lord has been doing in their lives up till now. What a wonderful grace to us all!

Finally, I realize that none of us has here on earth a lasting city. One day we shall all be moving on, and not just to a new community or a new house. We will all one day be moving on to the full realization of the Kingdom of God in heaven. Our moving about here on earth is but a sign of that ultimate move.

- Father Augustine Joseph

Parish Events

• Mardi Gras Party:

Mark your calendar for the Mardi Gras party on Friday, February 28 from 7:00-10:00 p.m. in the Hall. There is still time available to purchase your tickets. Our events team will be outside of Church on Saturday, February 15, and Sunday, February 16 after each Mass.

Tickets are $20.00 each and only 100 tickets will be sold! Don't worry if you are not able to purchase tickets this weekend, they are also available in the parish office.

This is a 21+ event for singles or married couples. There will be seating and tables set up for mingling, or to rest your feet after hitting the dance floor.

Contact Mary Hengl, office manager to purchase your ticket today!

• Lenten Mission:

On behalf of myself and Angela Schweig, it’s time to mark your calendars and save the dates for our Lenten Mission. We are honored to welcome renowned John Angotti's return to our parish for this year’s Lenten Mission! The same inspiring artist who led us in a powerful Christmas concert will guide us through three transformative evenings of faith, hope, and healing.

Through Scripture, songs, and stories, John will help us cleanse our spiritual path and prepare our hearts for Lent. Save the dates for March 6, 7, and 9 at 7:00 P.M. here in the Church.

To help make this mission possible, we invite those who are able to consider making a donation. Your support allows us to continue offering meaningful events like this for our parish community.

God Bless,

-- Father Augustine Joseph

Friday, February 14: Saint Valintine's Day
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream)
Saturday, February 15:
- Grief Support 10:00 a.m. (Ignatius)
- Reconciliation 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. (Church)
- Vigil Mass 5:00 p.m. (Church)
Sunday, February 16:
6th Sunday in Ordinary Time
- Mass 7:30 a.m. (Church)
- Mass with CLW at 9:30 a.m. (Church/Livestream)
- Pre-School/Tiny Treasures 9:30 a.m. (Dominic)
- Mass 11:30 a.m. (Church)
Monday, February 17: President's Day
Parish Office Closed
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Church/Livestream)
- Christian Meditation 5:30 p.m. (Ignatius)
Tuesday, February 18:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream)
- Pastoral Staff Meeting 10:30 a.m. (Pope)
- Prime Time Lunch Bunch Noon (Hall)
- SET Meeting 1:15 p.m. (Oscar)
- Faith Formation (1st-5th Grade) 6:15 p.m. (Hall)
Wednesday, February 19:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Church/Livestream)
- Faith Formation (Kindergarten 5th Grade) 4:00 p.m. (Hall)
- Men of Faith Core Team Meeting 6:00 p.m. (Ignatius)
- Adult Choir Rehearsal 6:30 p.m. (Church)
- RCIA 7:00 p.m. (Pope)
Thursday, February 20:
VBS 2025 Dine Out Fundraiser: Flaca's Salsa (Online/In-Store)
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream)
- WINGS 9:30 a.m. (Hall)
- Faith Formation (Kindergarten-5th Grade) 3:30 p.m. (Pope)
- A Family Rosary 7:00 p.m. (Chapel)
- Scout Troop Meeting 7:00 p.m. (Hall)