Potluck and kick off night for the next parish wide scripture study, Lectio: Eucharist. Join us as acclaimed author and teacher Dr. Brant Pitre rigorously digs down to the biblical roots of the Eucharist, through its foreshadowing in the miraculous events of the Old Testament, the Gospels, and Apostolic teaching. We'll discover firsthand how Christ's Body and Blood are an integral and wondrous part of God's plan for our salvation. Tuesday, March 27th 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Corpus Christi Center dining room. 6:30-7:00 p.m. potluck 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. presentation Childcare will be available with an RSVP by end of business on Monday, March 26th. To RSVP please call 955-6077 and ask for Hiedi. *this session will be large group with discussion of small group opportunities

Once again, Gregorian chant is in the midst of a revival of sorts, with renewed interest, especially among younger Catholics, seminarians, priests and church music directors, said Timothy S. McDonnell, director of the Institute of Sacred Music at The Catholic University of America in Washington

Article from The Globe (Diocesan newspaper) about the Sacred Music Workshop that was held at Holy Trinity and in Sioux City!

New dates for Altar Server training: Sacred Heart – Tuesday, March 13th, 7-8:30 p.m. Corpus Christi – Monday, March 12th, 6-7:30 p.m. (those not gone on Spring break) Corpus Christi - Thursday, March 22nd, 7-8:30 p.m. (those away on Spring break) Questions please call or e-mail Hiedi Touney at 515-955-6077 or hiedit@fdcatholic.com

Many people believe that the Second Vatican Council called for ending the Church’s use of the Latin language in the celebration of the Sacred Liturgy. However, nothing could be further from the truth!

Follow this link and you will find the US Conference of Catholic Bishops Lent page that reviews this information.

Parish musicians, cantors or choir members you are invited to attend one of the Sacred Music Workshops that are being offered February 23rd and 24th. Dr. Mark Lawlor, a professor of Sacred Music at St. John Vianney Theological Seminary will be presenting.

Why did we change? Read on!

FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT At least one guardian is needed for the following hours Friday Afternoon- 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM (needed the most) Friday night- 5:00PM to 6:00PM Saturday Morning- 6:00AM to 7:00AM If you could commit to one of these hours every month, or for more information please call- Jan Yocum at 955-8688