2025 Lenten Schedule

Holy Week Schedule

All listed times will be in person in the church. Times followed by "Livestream" will be available in person and online at www.youtube.com/c/cureofars.

Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion ~ April 13, Regular weekend Mass schedule
Holy week begins as we commemorate Jesus’ triumphant entrance into Jerusalem followed by his Passion on the Cross.
 
Seven Last Words of Christ—Tuesday, April 15, 7:00 pm (In person and Livestream) 
This Curé of Ars tradition will be presented on the Tuesday of Holy Week. The evening is a powerful presentation of scripture, reflection, and beautiful music that places you in the presence of Jesus on the cross. This is a not-to-be-missed presentation for your family and friends.

Sacrament of Reconciliation ~ April 16, 6:00 pm
The Sacrament of Reconciliation brings about a change of heart through God's mercy and forgiveness. Reconciliation (also known as Confession or Penance) is a sacrament instituted by Jesus Christ in His love and mercy to offer sinners forgiveness for offenses committed against God.

Holy Thursday ~ April 17, 7:00 pm (In person and Livestream)
On this day we celebrate the Mass of the Lord’s Last Supper. We remember how the Eucharist began and recall Christ’s command of service through the washing of the feet. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament follows in the church until 11:00 pm.

Good Friday ~ April 18, 12:10 pm (In person and Livestream) and 7:00 pm
On this day we remember the death of Christ and the power of the cross. We hear the story of the Passion according to St. John, venerate the wood of the cross, and partake in Holy Communion. Good Friday is a day of fast and abstinence. Stations of the Cross will follow the 12:10 pm liturgy.

Stations of the Cross—Good Friday, following the 12:10 pm veneration

The Great Vigil of Easter ~ April 19, 7:00 pm (In person and Livestream)
The Easter Vigil is the first Mass of Easter and the most glorious Mass of the church year. This is the night of great rejoicing as we light the new Easter candle and listen and respond to the great stories of our faith - the Scriptures; Our catechumens and candidates are welcomed into full communion with the Church; We renew our own baptismal vows, and come to the Eucharistic table, as renewed members of the Body of Christ.

Easter Vigil Reception - Saturday, April 19 following Easter Vigil
The reception will be held in the Fr. Burak Room immediately following the Easter Vigil. It is a wonderful time to welcome our newest members of the church and celebrate the resurrection of our Savior. All are welcome!

Easter Sunday ~ April 20
7:00 am / 9:00 am(In person and Livestream) / 11:00 am / 1:00 pm
Easter morning begins the 50 days of celebrating Jesus’ resurrection, the hope of our resurrection, the Ascension of Jesus into heaven, and the joyful conclusion of the season of Easter on Pentecost.

Daily Mass—6:30am / 8:15am / Tuesdays, 6:30pm
(No daily Mass on Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday; no Tuesday evening Mass on April 15)

Fast and Abstinence
Lent is a season of prayer, fasting, and service in preparation for Easter.
 
Stations of the Cross ~ Fridays of Lent, 5:30pm; Good Friday, following the noon veneration only
Follow in the footsteps of Christ in this traditional devotion.

Curé Lenten Series: Jubilee Year of Hope ~ Rosary: 5:30 pm, Novena: 6:00 pm, Holy Mass: 6:30 pm, Testimony: 7:00 pm

• March 11: Naama Courtemanche—Convert from cultural Judaism from Israel who became interested in  the Catholic faith and community through the witness of young  Curé of Ars families
• March 18: No testimony during Spring Break
• March 25: Currie Myers—Former Baptist, Methodist, and later Agnostic who became a convert to the Catholic faith through a priest’s hospitality and prayers of the Impossible Saint
• April 1: Marc & Shannon Cardaronella—Baptized Catholics who became involved in the New Age movement and later returned to the Church where they found meaning and purpose
• April 8: Bob & Mary Ann Gardner—Their son left the Catholic faith in his early 20's and later returned. They now have a global ministry called Marian Mantle to walk with others.

The Lord has Done Great Things for Us - Praying with the Psalms ~ Sunday, March 9 from 3:00 - 4:30pm in the Fr. Burak Room 
Begin your Lent with Sister Susan Barber, OSB and explore how the Psalms for the Sundays during Lent 2025 can enrich your prayer life and relationship with God. Light refreshments provided.

Lenten Confession Schedule
Parish Penance Service ~ Sunday, April 6, 3:00pm at Curé
This is a great opportunity to make reconciliation a priority in your Lenten journey to Easter. You will be welcomed with compassion as you receive the grace of forgiveness whether it has been several weeks or 25 years.  
   Additional times in Johnson County (7:00pm, unless noted)
Holy Hour ~ Saturday, March 1 and April 5
Novenas ~ Tuesdays, March  11, 18, and 2, April 1 and 8
Fish Fry ~ Friday, March 7, 14, 21, and 28 and April 4 and 11 from 5:00-7:00pm
Relax With God ~ Wednesday, March 12, 11:00am
Come join other parishioners 50+ years young for a presentation by Dan Spencer with Legacy of Faith and lunch in the Fr. Burak Room. Cost is $5 at the door.  Register by March 10 by calling the office at 913.649.1337.
 
Malta Mass for the Sick ~ Saturday, March 22, 10:00am
The annual joint diocesan Mass for the Anointing of the Sick will be held at Curé of Ars. Archbishop Naumann and Bishop Johnston will join in a Mass to administer the Sacrament of the Sick. Those wishing to receive the sacrament are asked to pre-register to [email protected] or call 913.620.1759.

Operation Rice Bowl
Operation Rice Bowl is an opportunity for you to participate in the giving of alms during Lent. This program benefits tens of thousands of lives around the world, aiding those in poverty and hunger through Catholic Relief Services.  “Bowls” are available in the vestibule of the church.