Grow closer to Christ this Lenten Season! Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 18, and leads us to the Triduum of Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday, to culminate in our Easter celebration. During the 40-day preparation to celebrate the Lord’s Resurrection on Easter Sunday, April 5, let us seek the Lord in prayer by reading Sacred Scripture, serve by giving alms, and practice self-control through fasting for the eternal good God offers us. Join Assumption for prayer, fasting, and almsgiving this Lenten Season.
Ash Wednesday: February 18, 6:30AM, 8AM, 7PM Mass and 12:05PM service in the Church
Friday Evening Stations of the Cross: February 20-March 27 at 7PM in the Chapel (March 13 in the Church)
Also known as the Way of the Cross, commemorate Jesus' passion and death on the cross. There are 14 stations that each depict a moment on his journey to Calvary, usually through sacred art, prayers, and reflections.
Friday Fish Fry: February 20-April 3 from 5PM-7PM
The O’Fallon Knights of Columbus Council #2269, located across the street from Assumption School, will be cooking up some of the best cod and catfish around. Carryout or dine-in available! This year we have Fish Tacos (limited quantity.)
Symolon Lenten Video Series: Tuesday mornings, Feb. 24-March 23 from 9-10AM, and Thursday evenings, Feb. 26-March 26 from 6:30-7:30AM
Join us as we grow our knowledge and share our experiences during discussions about the Catholic Faith. If you can't make a session, access the videos on the Formed.org website by going under sign-in and clicking on "finding your parish subscription."
Tuesday Eucharistic Exposition: February 24-March 31 from 9AM-10PM in the Chapel
Pray in the Chapel during Eucharistic Exposition when the Blessed Sacrament is exposed in the monstrance that is placed upon the altar. Eucharistic Adoration is available 24/7 in the Chapel by using the Church code to open the door at the north transit entrance.
Tuesday Mother of Perpetual Help Devotions during Lent: February 24-March 31 at 5:15PM-6PM in the Chapel
Observe this perpetual novena on Tuesdays during Lent as we gather together in the Chapel to honor our Mother and our Perpetual Help. We recall how she helped others. Her whole life was a lesson in love.
Tuesday Evening Mass: February 24-March 31 at 6PM in the Chapel
Come pray with us every Tuesday during Lent in the Chapel.
Friday Afternoon Stations of the Cross: February 27, March 6, March 27 at 2:40PM in the Church, and April 2 at 11AM in the Chapel
Our youth guide the congregation through the 14 stations through the eyes of a different person each time.
Men’s Renewal Retreat Weekend (formerly CRHP): February 21-22 in the Parish Center
This two-day walk with Christ allows you and other fellow parishioners to energize your faith by strengthening your connection with Him. Renewal Weekend is a spiritual weekend (Saturday 8AM-Sunday 4PM) designed to help you grow in your personal relationship with Jesus Christ. During the break from your daily routine, you will likely hear Him speak to you.
Stations of Hope: Friday, March 13 at 7PM during Reconciliation in the Church
Enjoy an evening of prayer, music, and candlelight during this special Lenten Stations of the Cross adapted from the book, Choosing Heaven. It's a spiritual reflection on the sufferings endured by Jesus as they relate to current day sufferings we may face in the 21 century. May be more suitable for ages 16 and up.
Reconciliation Weekend:
Friday, March 13 from 6-9PM in the Church, and Saturday, March 14 from 9AM-3:30PM in the Chapel
Confessors available to celebrate the sacrament as we draw closer to the end of our Lenten journey.
Easter Egg Hunt: March 29, Palm Sunday
The Tenth Annual Assumption Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Men’s Group is back! The hunts are free and will start 30 minutes after the 8AM and 10AM Masses. Donations of small toys and Easter baskets are needed. Donation baskets are available in the Church Narthex.
Shadow Stations of the Cross: April 2, Holy Thursday, at 11AM in Chapel
Experience a special Shadow Stations of the Cross on Holy Thursday in the Chapel at 11AM. During this special time of prayer and reflection, a special shadow drama depicting the 14-step devotion that commemorates Jesus Christ's last day on Earth as a man.
Mass of the Lord’s Supper: April 2, Holy Thursday, at 7PM in Church
Come celebrate the institution of the Holy Eucharist and Christ’s example of humility and charity as we witness the washing of the feet. Eucharistic Adoration in our Chapel follows the service until midnight.
Life Teen Walk the Way Stations of the Cross: April 3, Good Friday, at 3PM in the Church
Experience the Stations of the Cross from the perspective of Jesus through this experiential prayer service put on by our Life Teen Ministry. Sit in the Church and observe or be blindfolded while going through the motions.
Good Friday Service: April 3 at 7PM in Church
Remember with us the sacrifice Jesus made as we have the reading of the Passion and the veneration of the cross at this Communion service.
Holy Saturday Easter Vigil: April 4 at 8PM in Church
This evening we renew our baptismal promises and celebrate the Sacraments of Initiation with those who have been preparing as we witness their Baptisms, entry into the Church, Confirmations, and their First Communions.
Sunday Easter Mass: April 5 at 8AM, 10AM, and 12PM in the Church, and 8:15AM and 10:15AM in the Chapel
The season of Easter is the most important of all liturgical times, when we celebrate as the Lord's resurrection from the dead, culminating in his Ascension to the Father and sending of the Holy Spirit upon the Church.