PARA ESPAÑOL, VEASE ABAJO
FROM THE DESK OF FR. JOSEPH CALLAHAN
October 11, 2026
Dear parishioners and friends,
In 2000, the United States Bishop’s conference published a document entitled “Welcoming the Stranger Among Us; Unity in Diversity.” It addresses the church’s approach to refugees and immigrants. Key themes include Communion and Diversity: church communion (unity) does not imply erasing cultural differences but rather bring together a diverse family in one faith. Call to Welcome: inviting Catholics to overcome fear, ignorance, and competition and welcome new people to our parishes, schools, etc. Advocacy and Rights: the bishops advocate humane immigration reform, family unity, and access to basic human needs for all immigrants.
We are blessed to belong to a parish that experiences the richness of diversity and our communion in one faith. All of this is the background for our 18th annual International Food and Culture Festival. I hope that you can come and enjoy the selection of food from the different countries, as well as the folkloric presentations, many with the participation of children, youth, and adults from our parish.
In Christ, Father Joseph H. Callahan.
ONLINE GIVING / CONTRIBUYA EN LINEA
DONATIONS TO OUR PARISH CAN BE MADE directly by clicking the online link .
DONACIONES A NUESTRA PARROQUIA PUEDEN HACERSE directamente haciendo click AQUI: online link .
SACRED PLACES GRANT
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish has been awarded a $175,000 grant from the National Fund for Historic Places. It is a matching grant. This means we have the challenge of raising $175,000 for this urgent project that will fund masonry repair and restoration of the church building. Consider donating to help with this important project!!
WE ARE CLOSE TO OUR GOAL!
Thanks to your contributions the parish has collected more than $169,000.00 for our Sacred Places Match! Let’s get to the Goal to start restoration very soon!
YOU ARE INVITED TO WATCH THIS BRIEF VIDEO ABOUT THIS EXCITING PROJECT!
THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH /
ESTA SEMANA EN NUESTRA PARROQUIA
SAT. 10 OCT:
10:00AM PSR Classes/Clases de Catecismo
5:00 PM Clean/Limpieza Gym
SUN. 11 OCT
11:00AM Plática Pre-Bautismal
2:00PM Confirmation Class
2:00PM Comité de Actividades
WED. 14 OCT:
3 – 4:30PM Food Pantry
7:00PM Juan XXIII
THUR. 15 OCT:
7:00PM Choir
SAT. 17 OCT:
5:30PM International Festival/Festival Internacional
SUN. 18 OCT:
World Mission Sunday/Domingo de Misiones
NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
OLOL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL: October 17, 5:30PM at OLOL School Gym • Join us for an evening of fun and good food from different countries! Food tickets and Raffle tickets will be sold onsite. CASH ONLY! Everyone Welcome!
PASTRIES AND BAKED GOODS FOR BAKERY STAND: Please bring your delicious donations to the school gym Saturday 17th between 10AM and 3PM. THANK YOU!
NEXT WEEK WORLD MISSION SUNDAY: Our Catholic church dedicates this day to prayer, solidarity, and financial support for the Church’s global missionary work. Only one collection for this beautiful cause!
ALTAR AND ROSARY MEETING: Rosary will be said EVERY SUNDAY in the month of October at 9:30 AM before 10:00AM Mass. Please Join Us! EVERYONE WELCOME!
INSCRIPTION FOR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Children, youth and adults: See Sr. Charlotte after Mass for more information.
FOOD PANTRY: Every Wednesday 3-4:30PM. We are in need of canned fruit, beef stew, Ramen, jello, hot chocolate packets, Mac and cheese, sardines. Thanks so much for your donations and generosity.
HOT MEAL PROGRAM EVERY THURSDAY 4-5:30PM: Located at Holy Name Church (8328 Broadway Av.) sponsored by the St. John Paul II Ozanam Center.
SHARE YOUR FAITH! Invite your family members or friends who were not able to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, First Communion, and/or Confirmation to register for the OCIA or Adult Sacramental Preparation. Classes will be held on Sundays beginning in October. Stop by the table by the St. Procop statue to complete a registration form after the Sunday Masses or in the parish office.
JOIN OUR MAILING AND EMAIL LIST: To receive updates on parish events, digital bulletin and future alumni events please send a message to:our parish email: olol@ourladyoflourdes-cle.com. Please Include your full name, mailing address, phone number and email.
MINISTERIO HISPANO
11 de octubre del 2026
Queridos feligreses y amigos,
En el año 2000, los obispos de los EE.UU. publicaron el documento “Acogiendo el Forastero entre Nosotros: Unidad en Diversidad.” El documento presenta las enseñanzas de los obispos en cuanto a los refugiados e inmigrantes. Los temas principales: Comunión y Diversidad: comunión en la iglesia no implica borrar diferencias entre las culturas sino unir la familia de fe en una sola familia. Dar la Bienvenida: una invitación a superar el miedo, la ignorancia, y competencia, para poder acoger a nuevas personas en nuestras parroquias y escuelas. Defensa y Derechos: promover una reforma migratoria humana, la unidad de la familia, y el acceso a los servicios básicos en la comunidad.
Lo mencionado anteriormente es el contexto para el 18vo Festival Internacional de Comida y Cultura que se llevará a cabo el próximo sábado. Somos bendecidos de pertenecer a una parroquia que tiene una diversidad muy rica. Espero que todos puedan venir y disfrutar de la variedad de comida y también de las presentaciones folklóricas que involucrarán niños, jóvenes, y adultos de nuestra parroquia, nuestra gran “familia de fe”.
Atentamente en Cristo, Pbro. Joseph H. Callahan
PROXIMOS EVENTOS Y NOTICIAS
OLOL FESTIVAL INTERNACIONAL: Sábado, 17 de octubre a las 5:30PM en el gimnasio de la escuela. Ven a disfrutar de una tarde de diversión y buena comida de diferentes países. Tickets para la comida y la rifa estarán disponibles. SÓLO DINERO EN EFECTIVO.¡Todos están bienvenidos!
DULCES Y PASTELES PARA EL PUESTO DE POSTRES: Por favor traiga sus deliciosas donaciones al gimnasio el sábado 17, entre 10AM y 3PM. ¡Gracias!
DOMINGO DE MISIONES PROXIMA SEMANA: Nuestra iglesia Católica dedica este día a oración, solidaridad y apoyo financiero para las misiones del mundo. Habrá sólo una colecta para esta hermosa causa.
REZO DEL ROSARIO CADA DOMINGO: Cada domingo a las 11:30AM se reza el Santo Rosario antes de la misa en Español. ¡TODOS BIENVENIDOS!
INSCRIPCION PARA EDUCACION RELIGIOSA: Niños, jóvenes y adultos. Vea a la Hermana Charlotte después de la Misa.
DESPENSA DE ALIMENTOS: Cada Miércoles de 3 a 4:30PM. Necesitamos enlatados.
COMIDAS CALIENTES CADA JUEVES 4-5:30PM: en la iglesia Holy Name (8328 Broadway Av.) patrocinado por St. John Paul II Ozanam Center.
UNETE A LA LISTA DE CORREO: Para recibir eventos parroquiales, el boletin semanal digital y futuros eventos de antiguos alumnos de la escuela envia un mensaje de email a: olol@ourladyoflourdes-cle.com. Incluya su nombre completo, dirección y correo electrónico.