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Lent 2024

February 14 - March 28, 2024

Lent is a period of preparation to celebrate the Lord's Resurrection at Easter. We prepare by seeking the Lord in prayer, fasting, and almsgiving.

Lord,
I know how much you love me.
It’s hard for me to feel it sometimes, but I know your love is always with me. Help me to use your love as a way to persevere in my Lenten intentions. I am weak, but I know with your help, I can use these small sacrifices in my life to draw closer to you.

2024 Lent Resources

 

Diocesan Website Survey

Help us enhance your online experience by letting us know how well our Diocesan website caters to your needs. Your feedback is confidential, and the survey will only take a few minutes. Thank you for being a part of our improvement journey!

View our Website: https://fwdioc.org

Survey Link

Vocations

ordination

Transitional Diaconate Ordination

Transitional Diaconate Ordination Save the Date for March 19, 2024

With praise and thanksgiving to Almighty God, the Diocese of Fort Worth joyfully announces and cordially invites you to the Transitional Diaconate Ordination of Isaac McCracken through the imposition of hands and the invocation of the Holy Spirit by His Excellency, Bishop Michael Olson at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at St. Maria Goretti Parish in Arlington.

Save the Date!

Vocations Lenten Weekly Meditations

Resources for Parishes Now Available

Below are Vocations Meditations for each week of Lent. Please use this as a bulletin insert at the beginning of Lent, or use the individual weekly meditations in your bulletin or social media. These English and Spanish vocations resources are provided by the three Serra Clubs of the Diocese of Fort Worth. Serrans support parishes and Catholic schools with resources to promote vocations throughout the year. Visit resources for vocations or contact , VP Vocations, Fort Worth Serra Club for more information.

Lenten Devotions
Devociones de Cuaresma

Seminarian Daily Prayer List

We invite everyone to pray for our seminarians this year. Attached please find the 2023-2024 Seminarian Daily Prayer List. For any additional information please contact the .

Seminarian daily prayer list
Lista diaria de oración de seminarista
Danh sách cầu nguyện hàng ngày

Deaf Ministry

Deaf Ministry

Lent Workshop, February 24, 2024 at St. Maria Goretti in Arlington

Join us for a transformative workshop during LENT 2024 on navigating the temptations in our world today and finding the guidance to overcome them! Led by Fr. Paul Zirimenya, this workshop will take place on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at 9:30 am at St. Maria Goretti Parish in Arlington. Lunch is included, so please reserve your place by contacting or calling 817-591-0186.

Additionally, come together for a special Mass on Sunday, February 25th, at 11:00 am, celebrated with the parishioners of St. Maria Goretti.

Don't miss this opportunity for spiritual growth and community connection during the Lenten season!

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Young Adult

Young Adult Lenten Retreat

February 24, 2024 held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Denton

Young Adult Catholics in the Diocese of Fort Worth are invited to attend a one-day Lenten Retreat led by the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary. The retreat, which is specially designed for those aged 18-35, will feature reflection on the Lenten homilies of St. Francis de Sales. The event will be held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Denton, Texas on Saturday, February 24, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with other young adult Catholics and deepen your spiritual practice. RSVP by February 21 at the link provided.

RSVP here!
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Retiro de Cuaresma para Jóvenes Adultos

Los jóvenes adultos católicos de la Diócesis de Fort Worth están invitados a asistir a un retiro de Cuaresma de un día dirigido por las Siervas de los Corazones Traspasados de Jesús y María. El retiro, que está especialmente diseñado para personas de entre 18 y 35 años, incluirá una reflexión sobre las homilías de Cuaresma de San Francisco de Sales. El evento se llevará a cabo en la Iglesia Católica de la Inmaculada Concepción en Denton, Texas, el sábado 24 de febrero de 9:00 a. m. a 3:00 p. m. No pierdas esta oportunidad de conectarte con otros jóvenes adultos católicos y profundizar tu práctica espiritual. Confirme su asistencia antes del 21 de febrero en el enlace proporcionado.

¡Confirme su asistencia aquí!
Volante

Young Adult Mass

Save the Date, March 2, 2024

All young adults, ages 18-35, of the Diocese of Fort Worth are invited to a special bilingual (Spanish & English) Mass celebrated by Very Rev. Jonathan C. Wallis on Saturday, March 2nd at 6:00 PM. This Mass will take place at St. Patrick Cathedral in Fort Worth. Dinner will be offered in the St Patrick Pastoral Center, but an RSVP is required before February 28, 2024.

Save the date!

 

Misa de Jóvenes Adultos

Todos los jóvenes adultos, de 18 a 35 años, de la Diócesis de Fort Worth están invitados a una Misa especial celebrada por el Muy Reverendo Jonathan C. Wallis el sábado 2 de marzo a las 6:00 p.m. Esta Misa será en la Catedral de San Patricio en Fort Worth. Se ofrecerá cena después de la Misa en el Centro Pastoral St Patrick, pero se requiere confirmar su asistencia antes del 28 de febrero de 2024.

Aparta la fecha!

Advancement Foundation

Aging with Grace

A Catholic workshop for empty nesters, retirees, caregivers and their loved ones

As we age or care for aging parents, we often wonder what the Church teaches about ethical medical decisions, the sanctity of life and preparing documents, such as advance directives or a will. This event, sponsored by the Advancement Foundation, St. Thomas More Society and the Respect Life Office, will help answer those questions and provide guidance. Retirees, caregivers, and other loved ones are welcome to join us on Wednesday, March 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Catherine of Siena, 1705 E Peters Colony Rd. Carrollton, TX 75007. Advance registration is required and limited to 50 participants.

More information or to register!
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Social media insert

The Archdiocese of Kumasi

Special Collection Envelope

On November 23-24, 2024 the Diocese of Fort Worth will hold a special collection for the Archdiocese of Kumasi. If possible, please send your envelope providers the image below for the special collection envelope. If your envelope provider requires an image disclosure agreement please email , CFRE.

Archdiocese of Kumasi image

Advancing the Mission

January/February 2024

Not sure how to talk to your parishioners about planned gifts, writing a will or stewardship? This month’s Advancing the Mission newsletter is a great start! Topics include:

  • Charitable Gift Annuities: Highest Rates in 16 years
  • Giving Generously to Your Parish
  • And much more!

This and past issues can be found online at www.advancementfoundation.org/news-you-can-use

For your Bulletin: News you can use QR code

Crossroads Newsletter

January – February – March Edition Now Available

The latest issue of the quarterly Crossroads newsletter for pastors, parish and school business managers and finance council members is now available: Crossroads newsletter. Please don’t miss this important issue with information such as March 2 Diocesan Day of Stewardship with Bishop Olson, 2023 tax statements, proper receipting, and upcoming deadlines such as Light of Christ nominations and parish grant application deadlines.

Refer back to this issue throughout the quarter for information or visit: www.advancementfoundation.org/parish-school-resources.

Stewardship

Msgr. McGread Stewardship Conference

February 28-29, 2024 at the Diocese of Wichita’s Spiritual Life Center, Wichita, Kansas

This conference is for clergy and lay leaders and will provide a setting to better understand and implement stewardship as a way of life in your parish. Limited scholarships for conference fees for first time attendees are available by contacting , Director of Stewardship and Parish Relations at the Advancement Foundation or call 817-533-3178.

Diocesan Day of Stewardship

Filled with His Grace… Stewardship as a way of life, March 2, 2024

Join us for a special Lenten opportunity to hear from vibrant and dynamic speakers who will set the groundwork for you to deepen your relationship with Christ throughout your Lenten journey during this half day retreat.

Opportunities for reflection and sharing with other participants will be included. All priests, deacons, ministry leaders, parish and school staff, leadership committees and councils, and all members of the laity are invited to attend. Event will be held at Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 2100 N. Davis Drive, Arlington, TX 76012 from 8:30am to noon. Cost per person: $10, Breakfast and materials included.

Register today!
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Event flyer

Parish Stewardship Reflections

January – March 2024

Below please find General Intercessions and Bulletin/Website Announcements tied to the weekly readings in both English and Spanish. For additional Stewardship Resources for Parishes (including resources for prior quarters), please visit: fwdioc.app.box.com or contact at the Advancement Foundation or call 817-533-3178.

Stewardship bulletin reflections
Prayer of the faithful

Reflexiones de corresponsabilidad
Oraciones de los fieles

Retreats

"What is Cursillo?"

Are you looking for a deeper meaning in your spiritual journey? Then join us in a short course in Christianity hosted by the Fort Worth Diocese English Cursillo. Spend 3 days developing a deeper understanding of what it means to be fully Catholic by being fully Christian. The Women's Weekend is April 4-7, 2024. The Men's Weekend is April 25-28, 2024. The weekends will be held at the Formation Center located at 2517 Hanna Avenue, Fort Worth, TX. The cost is $150.00. Please contact , Pre-Cursillo Coordinator for more information or to register.

Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House

"Behold, I make all things new." (Rev. 21:5).  Come on retreat to grow in relationship with God, the source of the renewed peace and joy we all desire. Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House, on the shores of Lewisville Lake, in Lake Dallas, Texas wants to help you find the peace that surpasses understanding. Reserve a spot for one of our upcoming retreats today at www.montserratretreat.org! Spaces are limited due to COVID and are going fast!

Date Retreat
Feb. 16-18, 2024 Young Adults Retreat
Feb. 22-25, 2024 Women's Retreat
March 1-3, 2024 Open Retreat
March 2, 2024 Saturday of Reflection
March 7-10, 2024 Men's Retreat
March 14-17, 2024 Women's Retreat

 

Worldwide Marriage Encounter

Uncover the secrets to a lasting, supportive, transformational marriage!

For more than 50 years, Worldwide Marriage Encounter has helped over 3.5 million couples in almost 100 countries unlock the power of their relationships with new ways to do the “I do.” The Marriage Encounter experience helps you listen, share, and connect more deeply. There’s no group discussion. It’s just about the two of you learning to be the best, most loving and thriving couple you can be.

Information from Worldwide Marriage Encounter coordinators is available for parishes to inform couples of upcoming Encounter events. Feel free to include this valuable information in your bulletins.

February bulletin announcement
February bulletin flyers
WWME Logo

Special Collection Calendar

2024 Special Collection Calendar

2024 Revised September 13, 2023

Throughout the year, parishes in the Diocese of Fort Worth take up special collections to support the work of Christ in our Diocese, in the United States and throughout the world. If you have any questions about special collections, please contact , CFRE, Director of Annual Giving and Grants of the Advancement Foundation at 817-382-4939, or visit fwdioc.org/special-collections.

Special collections calendar (2024)

Colectas especiales (2024)

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