Upcoming Events

Knights of Columbus Council Meeting

In service to One, In service to all. The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization.

Membership is open to all active Catholic men of the parish. Join us in room B-4 at the school from 6:30-8:00pm For more information, contact Grand Knight Gary Carver at 814-838-8133.

Stations of the Cross

The Lord invites you to walk with Him this Lent. Confession will be available from 6pm until the start of stations.

"Salvation comes through a cross a a crucified Christ."-Andrew Murray

Palm Sunday

On Palm Sunday we will enter into Jerusalem with Jesus, and the Church will enter into Holy Week.

“Why did you suffer for me, dear Jesus? For love! The nails…the crown…the cross…all for the love of me!” –St. Gemma Galgani

Chrism Mass

At the Chrism Mass, Bishop Persico blesses the three oils — the oil of catechumens (oleum catechumenorum or oleum sanctorum), the oil of the infirm (oleum infirmorum) and holy chrism (sacrum chrisma); which will be used in the administration of the sacraments in churches throughout the diocese for the year.

24 Hours of Adoration for the Lord

Adoration begins at Noon on March 26th and continues through Noon on March 27th. Come and spend time with the Lord in preparation for the Triduum.

Holy Thursday

The Mass of the Lord's Supper will take place at 7:00pm. Adoration will follow at the Altar of Repose in the school cafeteria until Night Prayer at 11:00pm

The washing of the feet and the sacrament of the Eucharist: two expressions of one and the same mystery of love entrusted to the disciples, so that, Jesus says, “as I have done… so also must you do” (Jn 13:15). – St.John Paul II

Good Friday

Today we commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ with services at 1:30pm.

“True reverence for the Lord’s passion means fixing the eyes of our heart on Jesus crucified and recognizing in him our own humanity.” — Pope St. Leo the Great

Holy Saturday

Join us for Morning Prayer at 8am. The blessing of Easter foods (baskets) will take place at Noon.

“The death of the Lord our God should not be a cause of shame for us; rather, it should be our greatest hope, our greatest glory. In taking upon himself the death that he found in us, he has most faithfully promised to give us life in him, such as we cannot have of ourselves.” — St. Augustine

Easter Vigil Services

Celebrate the Resurrection of the Lord and join us as we welcome our newest members, our RCIA candidates and catechumen who enter the church today.

We give glory to You, Lord, who raised up Your cross to span the jaws of death like a bridge by which souls might pass from the region of the dead to the land of the living. We give glory to You who put on the body of a single mortal man and made it the source of life for every other mortal man. – St. Ephrem of Edessa

Easter Sunday

He is Risen . . . He is Risen indeed! Masses will be celebrated at 7:30am, 9am and 11am.

“Do not abandon yourselves to despair. We are the Easter people and hallelujah is our song.”-Pope Saint John Paul II

First Friday Adoration

All are invited to spend time in Adoration immediately following the 7am daily Mass until Benediction at 7pm.

"And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age." -Matthew 28:20

Divine Mercy Sunday

Join us at 3:00pm as we celebrate the mercy of our God. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available from 2:00pm until the start of the service.

The Annunciation of the Lord

The Solemnity of the Annunciation celebrates the coming of the Angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary to announce to her the special mission God had chosen for her in being the mother of His only son. Join us for Mass at 7am or 12:10pm

Women of Faith

Join us for an opportunity to encourage and journey with other women in the walk with Christ. All are welcome to join us from 6:30-8:00pm in room B-4 in the school.

Altar Rosary Society Meeting

Through shared spirituality and friendship, the Our Lady of Peace Altar Rosary Society expresses continuing devotion to Mary, Our Blessed Mother. All are welcome. Questions, call Marilyn at 814-833-4683 or Pat at 814-838-7145.

Erie City Mission - Community Outreach

Volunteer opportunity open to all parishioners age 15 and older. Prepare and serve the lunch meal to our brothers and sisters in need from 9am - 1pm at the Erie City Mission, 11th & French Streets. Contact Scott Barnes at 814-881-8889 to volunteer.

1:38 Women's Conference

At St. Jude Parish from 8:30am - Noon.

Casserole Club - Community Outreach

Casseroles in support of Maria House Project can be dropped off in the social room from 3:30-4:30pm. Casseroles should be pre-cooked and frozen with re-heating instructions. In you need your casserole picked up or have questions, contact Skip or Dottie Glover at 814-440-3496.

Holy Hour for Vocations

Join us in a special Holy Hour on Good Shephard Sunday.

Lord, Grant us the grace to know the path You have planned for us in this life and to respond with a generous “Yes.” Make our archdiocese, parishes, homes and hearts fruitful ground for Your gift of vocations.

Pastoral Council Meeting

Please pray for the leadership of our parish in a special way today.

Knights of Columbus Council Meeting

In service to One, In service to all. The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization.

Membership is open to all active Catholic men of the parish. Join us in room B-4 at the school from 6:30-8:00pm For more information, contact Grand Knight Gary Carver at 814-838-8133.

First Holy Communion

Today we pray for the children coming forward to receive Holy Communion for the first time. May today be the first day of a life-long love of the Eucharist.

Men's Faith Sharing Group

Join the men of the parish in the school cafeteria for fellowship and faith sharing from 6:30-8:00pm.

First Friday Adoration

Our Lord invites you to come and rest in Him. Eucharistic Adoration in the church immediately following the 7AM Mass until Benediction at 7PM.

"Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament has His hands full of graces, and He is ready to bestow them on anyone who asks for them."-Peter of Alcantara

Holy Hour of Adoration

Join us for a special Holy Hour for social communications.

Pope John Paul II reminds us that Jesus waits for us in this sacrament of love.

Women of Faith

Join us for an opportunity to encourage and journey with other women in the walk with Christ. All are welcome to join us from 6:30-8:00pm in room B-4 in the school.

Holy Day of Obligation - The Ascension

A vigil Mass will take place at 5:30pm on May 8th. Masses for the Holy Day will take place at 7:00am, 12:10pm, and 1:30pm (school) on May 9th.

Faithful to the Finish 5k

Plan to join us for this fun, family friendly walk/run on May 13th. The race takes place at Presque Isle Beach 1 at 8:00am with an out and back course along the beach road. All proceeds benefit the Parish Endowment, investing in the next generation of faith.

Mother's Day

There is no better honor for our Mothers and the Mother figures in our lives than to offer Mass for them. Join us for Mass Saturday at 5:00pm, Sunday at 7:30am, 9am, 11am or 4:30pm.

Knights of Columbus Mother's Day Pancake Breakfast

Support the good work of the OLP Knights at the Pancake Breakfast in the school cafeteria from 8-11am. Pancakes, scrambled eggs, hash browns, sausage, juice and coffee.

Altar Rosary Society Meeting

Through shared spirituality and friendship, the Our Lady of Peace Altar Rosary Society expresses continuing devotion to Mary, Our Blessed Mother. All are welcome. Questions, call Marilyn at 814-833-4683 or Pat at 814-838-7145.

Casserole Club - Community Outreach

Casseroles in support of Maria House Project can be dropped off in the social room from 3:30-4:30pm. Casseroles should be pre-cooked and frozen with re-heating instructions. In you need your casserole picked up or have questions, contact Skip or Dottie Glover at 814-440-3496.

Erie City Mission - Community Outreach

Volunteer opportunity open to all parishioners age 15 and older. Prepare and serve the lunch meal to our brothers and sisters in need from 9am - 1pm at the Erie City Mission, 11th & French Streets. Contact Scott Barnes at 814-881-8889 to volunteer.

Pentecost

When the Holy Spirit came to the Upper Room where the disciples and the Blessed Mother were praying on Pentecost, ten days after our Lord’s Ascension into Heaven, it was with great power, in the form of a driving wind and "tongues as of fire" (Acts 2:3) descending on each of them. Come Holy Spirit fill us with courage to witness our faith with boldness!

Join us for Adoration immediately following the 4:30pm Mass until Benediction and Solemn Evening Prayer at 6pm.

Pastoral Council Meeting

Please remember Pastoral Council in your prayers as they work to create a vision and mission for our parish.

Knights of Columbus Council Meeting

In service to One, In service to all. The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization.

Membership is open to all active Catholic men of the parish. Join us in room B-4 at the school from 6:30-8:00pm For more information, contact Grand Knight Gary Carver at 814-838-8133.

Most Holy Trinity

The Trinity is one of the most fundamental beliefs of the Catholic Church. Why is Holy Trinity Sunday after Pentecost? If we desire to understand the Trinity, we need to have the gift of the Holy Spirit; we can never fully understand who God is on our own and desperately need his guidance and inspiration.

Feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, historically known by its Latin name, Corpus Christi, celebrates the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist—Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity.

Join us for a Holy Hour at 6:30pm

Men's Faith Sharing Group

Join the men of the parish in the school cafeteria room for fellowship and faith sharing.

OLP Boy Scout Troop 59 Annual Garage Sale

Saturday, June 15, 2024

8:00am to 1:00pm

Drop off donations at the School Cafeteria on Thursday and Friday, June 13th & 14th from 6:00 to 8:00pm

Absolutely NO Electronics

Casserole Club - Community Outreach

Casseroles in support of Maria House Project can be dropped off in the social room from 3:30-4:30pm. Casseroles should be pre-cooked and frozen with re-heating instructions. In you need your casserole picked up or have questions, contact Skip or Dottie Glover at 814-440-3496.

Erie City Mission - Community Outreach

Volunteer opportunity open to all parishioners age 15 and older. Prepare and serve the lunch meal to our brothers and sisters in need from 9am - 1pm at the Erie City Mission, 11th & French Streets. Contact Scott Barnes at 814-881-8889 to volunteer.

Father's Day

Today we pray for those who are fathers or father figures, we ask for their wisdom and humility in the face of the task of parenting. Join us in prayer at Mass, Saturday at 5pm or Sunday at 7:30am, 9am, 11am or 4:30pm.

Annual Emmaus Convocation

Communion Services will be offered (June 18-20) while the priests are at their annual Emmaus Convocation, a time of relaxation, education and spiritual growth for the priests and deacons of the Diocese of Erie.

The church is asked to keep our priests and deacons especially in prayer on these Emmaus days.

Pastoral Council Meeting

Please remember Pastoral Council in your prayers as they work to create a vision and mission for our parish.

Knights of Columbus Council Meeting

In service to One, In service to all. The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization.

Membership is open to all active Catholic men of the parish. Join us in room B-4 at the school from 6:30-8:00pm For more information, contact Grand Knight Gary Carver at 814-838-8133.