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We devote special prayer and adoration to the Blessed Sacrament this month, as we continue the Easter season. We may pray before the Blessed Sacrament exposed in a monstrance in Eucharistic Adoration or before a tabernacle when our church is open for private prayer, services, and devotions. The Eucharist is the source and summit of our Catholic faith. To be admitted to the Supper of the Lord we repent, confess our sins and receive absolution, amend our lives, and present ourselves for Holy Communion in a state of grace. Our Lord Jesus Christ commanded us to eat His Body and drink His Blood, to come closer to Him and to be saved, joining Him someday in Heaven for all eternity.

Friday following the 12:05 Mass there will be a Holy Hour with confessions. Please join us.

Join the “Act of Consecration of Russia and Ukraine to Our Lady” with Bishop Christopher Coyne in communion with Pope Francis and bishops from around the world tomorrow, Friday, March 25, 2022, at noon on the Diocesan Facebook page: facebook.com/DioBurlington. It can also be viewed by clicking here.

St. John Vianney Parish in South Burlington will host an important informational session on April 2nd at 9:30AM, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. Learn about the so-called “Reproductive Liberty Amendment”, Article 22, which will enshrine abortion on demand as a so-called right to “an individual’s reproductive autonomy” into Vermont’s constitution. It is crucial for all Vermonters to find out how this change will affect families, parents, and conscience rights in our state if voted-in in November. Hear from our knowledgeable panel:  Sharon Toborg, Policy analyst -Vermont-Right-to-Life  Deacon Peter Gummere, Bioethicist-Diocese of Burlington  Annisa Lamberton, Spokesperson for Vermonters for Good Government  Carol Kauffman, Member of Vermont Family Alliance. Please invite friends and family. If you have questions or would like more information, contact Valerie Parzyck a

Saint Joseph Cathedral will host a Deanery-wide Penance Service with individual confessions on Sunday, April 3rd at 3:00 PM in the Chapel. There will be multiple priests available to hear individual confessions.

The following is a list of Guidelines to help Catholics observe this special season of prayer, penance and works of charity. Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, in particular, are the most important penitential days of the liturgical year. They are days of both fast and abstinence. All Fridays in Lent are days of abstinence. The rule of fasting states that only one full meal a day can be taken. Two small meals, “sufficient to maintain strength”, are allowed, but together should not equal another full meal. Eating between meals breaks the fast, but drinking liquids does not. The rule of fasting obliges all Catholics from 18 to 59.·Abstinence refer s to the eating of meat. The common estimation of the community is used to determine what falls under the category of meat. The rule of abstinence binds all Catholics 14 years or older. The substantial observance of the laws of fast and abstinence is a serious obligation. Self-imposed fasting on the other weekdays of Lent is recommended. Abstinence on all Fridays of the year is also highly recommended

Join us in praying a Novena for World Peace at www.facebook. com/DioBurlington. PRAYER INTENTIONS Day 1 — Monday, March 14 Today we pray for an end to the violence perpetrated by harsh words, deadly weapons, or cold indifference. Day 2 — Tuesday, March 15 Today we pray our homes, our nation, and countries around the world become havens of peace. Day 3 — Wednesday, March 16 Today we pray for healing and justice for all those who have experienced violence and racism. Day 4 — Thursday, March 17 Today we pray for the grace to see every human being as a child of God, regardless of race, language or culture. Day 5 — Friday, March 18 Today we pray for our faith community, that we may respond boldly to the Holy Spirit’s call to act together to end violence and racism. Day 6 — Saturday, March 19 Today we pray for the protection of all first responders and members of the military who risk their lives daily to ensure our safety. Day 7 — Sunday, March 20 Today we pray for leaders around world, that they might find ways to bring an end to war and violence, and promote peace and development for all nations. Day 8 — Monday, March 21 Today we pray for solidarity in our global human family, that we may work together to protect those who are most vulnerable and most in need. Day 9 — Tuesday, March 22 Today we pray that the Lord grants us peace, teaches us peace; and guides our steps in the way of peace.

Mass that morning will be at 10:00 AM instead of at the usual 8:00 AM, with a breakfast reception following. Sign-up sheets are in the church.