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You are warmly invited to join us in observing Holy Week, the most sacred time in the Church’s calendar. Together, we will walk through the final days of Jesus Christ’s earthly life—His suffering, death, and glorious resurrection. We begin on Palm Sunday, commemorating His triumphant entry into Jerusalem. On Holy Thursday, we recall the Last Supper and the gift of the Eucharist. Good Friday invites us into solemn reflection on Christ’s crucifixion. Holy Saturday leads us in prayerful anticipation, culminating in the Easter Vigil and the joy of Easter Sunday—a powerful celebration of Christ’s resurrection, bringing hope and new life to all.

Join us for Our Next Treasure Luncheon, featuring our special guest speaker. Convivium Owner Leslie Shalabi will be our presenter. This informative presentation is free, and you can sign up at the Registration Table at the back of the church or by calling the Parish Office.

Lenten Buffets are a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow parishioners while supporting Dubuque area charities! Enjoy a delicious menu featuring breaded & baked fish, cheese pizza, lasagna, salads, cheesy potatoes, desserts, and beverages. All proceeds go toward benefiting local charities, making every bite meaningful. Suggested offering: $14 for adults, $7 for children ages 6-12, and free for kids 5 and under. Join us in fellowship, giving back, and sharing a meal for a great cause!

Join us for our annual Lenten Parish Mission. This year, Fr. Dellaert will present a message on our Jubilee year, Pilgrims of Hope. We will begin at 7 PM every night in the church.

Join us for Our Next Treasure Luncheon with our special guest speaker, REV. MARTIN OBENG. You can sign up at the Registration Table at the back of the church or by calling the Parish Office. This is a free event.

LENTEN PROGRAM FOR WOMEN | SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 2025 PRESENTED BY: FR. DAVE SCHATZ, | PRESENTATION HALL ST COLUMBKILLE CHURCH LUNCH PROVIDED | TO RSVP CONTACT: 563.513.8418 or [email protected] Theresians is an International organization of "Women in Support of Women - Reaching out with Gospel Values." Named after St. Therese of Lisieux, Theresians support each other in prayer, affirmation, and empowerment to become the women God intends them to be. There are two Theresian communities in Dubuque. One, Evening Embers, has several SJTW parishioners in the community: Cheryl Billmyer, Dawn Brosius, Suellen Flynn, Tracy Hogan, Nancy Kringle, Corinne McCullough, Joyce Scherner, and Charlotte Uhlik. Please contact any of us with questions.

Mr. Jerry Ihm and Linda Frommelt will be offering two showings of the video documentary “Nine Days that Changed the World”. This video  is a 2010 documentary film produced by  Newt Gingrich and his wife Callista that centers on the role played by Pope John Paul II in the fall of Communism in Europe and the rise of labor union Solidarity. First showing will be at 1 PM and second showing will be at 6 PM in Martin Hall. The video is an hour and a half long. Please join us if you can!

Join us for an inspiring day at Craft The Day Away 2025! This Saturday, we’ll be featuring a fun craft project, with all supplies provided for a small fee, or feel free to bring your own project. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just starting, it's a wonderful opportunity to learn, share, and create new things. We’ll begin with a prayer and spend the day crafting, connecting, and enjoying each other’s company. Stay for the whole day or drop in for part of it. Bring your lunch and beverage. Please call Donna at the parish office (588-1433) to RSVP or ask questions.

Our next St. Pat’s meal is Wednesday, March 19th. Call Sharon at 563-451-3375 to donate food or money or to volunteer. Due to USDA regulations, we cannot accept “homemade” items. If you donate money to purchase food, we will do the shopping. Let Sharon know what you would like to donate.

Beginning on January 9th, participants of Follow Me will meet every Thursday for 8 weeks in Martin Hall from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM to view an engaging video presentation followed by a time of lively group discussion and fellowship. The eight 30-minute videos, presented by Dr. Edward Sri, will guide you through the Gospel of John. Dr. Sri will explain how Christ’s encounters with his disciples, the Samaritan woman, the man born blind, and others, are examples of how he lovingly and persistently calls each of us to a more intimate and life-changing relationship with him. Your hosts are Dawn and Dan Brosus. The cost is $10 per person. You can Register & make the payment by clicking the Title above. You can also drop payments off at the parish office, or bring it to the first session. For more information, contact Linda Frommelt at 563-588-1433, [email protected].

Join us for our next Women's Scripture Study on the Gospel of Luke. Beginning January 8th, we will meet in the Youth Room from 12:45 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. to open up and study the Word of God. This will be an eight-part weekly series, but you are welcome to join when you can.

This year, St. Joseph The Worker will host the conference remotely! Please join us on October 21st, 11 AM, in Martin Hall to begin planning this event.

Join us every 2nd Sunday of the month for Coffee and Donuts in Martin Hall after the 8:30 AM & 11:00 Am Sunday Masses. This is a great time to catch up with old friends and meet some new ones!

The 40 Hours Devotion recalls the time between the crucifixion of Jesus on Good Friday and His resurrection from the dead on Easter Sunday. The Eucharist is exposed in a monstrance for prayer and adoration over the course of three days. Each day will begin with Mass, and continue with adoration throughout the day, and conclude with presentations each evening by Keith Nester and benediction at 7:00 PM

Join us every Friday during Lent to pray the Stations of The Cross in the church. We have two opportunities, 12:30 PM and 7:00 PM!

The Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, is a liturgical celebration observed on January 1. The use of the word “solemnity” here is not a statement about Mary’s personality. It is a designation used for certain days within the liturgical (church-based) calendar of the Church. Solemnities are the highest rank of liturgical celebration, higher than feast days or memorials. By celebrating a solemnity dedicated to Mary’s motherhood, the Church highlights the significance of her role in the life of Christ. Though New Year’s Day may seem more like a day for football and hangovers than for Mary, there’s a beautiful spiritual significance in celebrating her during the heart of the Christmas season. Pope Paul VI, in his apostolic exhortation Marialis Cultus (1974), called the Solemnity of Mary “a fitting occasion for renewing adoration of the newborn Prince of Peace, for listening once more to the glad tidings of the angels (Luke 2:14), and for imploring from God, through the Queen of Peace, the supreme gift of peace.”