Thank you to everyone who has signed up to volunteer for the upcoming Fish Fries. If you haven’t already please do! CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP.

We will be hosting an Open House from 4:30-6:30 pm at the Friday, February 27 Fish Fry allowing tours through the new spaces following the renovations after the January 2025 fire. We appreciate all who are willing to help!

Please contact chairperson Mike Jones at (907) 799-6923 for more information.

Stations of the Cross will be held on the following Fridays at OLV: February 27, March 13, and March 20 at 1:30 p.m. These prayer services will be led by our students, offering a meaningful opportunity to reflect together during the Lenten season. Parish Stations of the Cross will also be prayed on Mondays at 7 p.m. and Fridays at 7 p.m. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Please join us at OLV Church for the World Day of Prayer on Friday, March 6, 2026. There will be Adoration following the 9 a.m. Mass until 5 p.m., with Rosaries for Peace said every hour.

There is a sign-up sheet in the gathering area if you would like to sign up for a certain time during the day.

If you are unable to attend, please join us from the comfort of your home. We will be saying the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Most Holy Rosary, and we will start each one with a prayer.

As a parish we continue to pray for the following OCIA catechumen and candidates as they prepare to receive the sacraments of initiation at the Easter Vigil Mass on Saturday, April 4: Michelle Fyhrie (Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation) Nicole Johnson, Cooper Ernst, Eden Johnson, Debra Jacobs-Byer (Eucharist, Confirmation), Abel Vazquez (Confirmation).

The social concerns committee has been asked by the Salvation Army to collect brand new coats for giving to the needy in the Fall. Knowing new coats are expensive, for those who like shopping for deals please keep your eyes open this time of year for clearance and reduced priced jackets and coats, mittens, hats, boots, and snow pants for children and adults of all sizes. If you don’t have space for storing them until Fall please contact Mary Widiger at 218-770-2435.

Several people in Lent choose to fast or cut back on Social Media. ͏The Mental Health Awareness Team encourages parishioners to watch the documentary called “Like” which is provided at no charge through the end of this month (2/28), by clicking the link below.

Click here to watch LIKE

Mental health is indicated by how well you function at school, at home, at work, and socially. Good mental health is characterized by learning and using coping skills, expressing and regulating emotions, seeking support, and engaging in healthy activities.

The Peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.  - Philippians 4:7

The Middle and High School Faith Formation team will be offering meals and fellowship for students prior to class on Wednesday evenings. However, we need your help! We would love to have our parish community help and sign up to provide meals for our middle and high school youth. We are still looking for volunteers to lead small group discussions, teach, lead rosary, help in the kitchen, and more! Please contact Emily Stawarski at 320-292-7939.

Want to make a difference in the lives of local students? Help an OLV class start the year strong with a $200 sponsorship! Your generous donation comes with special perks and a meaningful opportunity to connect with the amazing students of Our Lady of Victory (OLV).

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Please contact Home and School President DJ Robbins at 812-525-5463 for more details.

Together, let’s make this school year unforgettable!

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