Our Lady of Victory Parish
Welcome
We are delighted to welcome you to Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, a community dedicated to the loving care and guidance of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Mass Schedule
Whether you are a newcomer, visitor, or long-time parishioner, we warmly welcome you to join us for Mass. Feel free to attend any of our Masses and be sure to greet us when you do!
Mass Times
Our Lady of Victory
Tuesday - 12:05 PM
Wednesday - (see bulletin)
Thursday - 9:00 AM
Friday - 9:00 AM
Saturday - 4:30 PM
Sunday - 8:30 AM/10:30 AM
St. Leonard
Wednesday - 6:30 PM
Sunday - 10:30 AM/12 PM (Spanish)
St. Elizabeth
Sunday - 8:30 AM
Office Hours
Our Lady of Victory
Monday - Thursday:
8:00 AM - Noon; 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - Noon
St. Leonard
Wednesday:
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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The Journey
Pelican Valley Area Catholic Community Newsletter
July 2025 issue
Father Lucho reflects on the time spent in seminary studying under Pope Leo (previously known as Padre Roberto) in Trujillo, Peru. He notes that, despite being born in Chicago, Pope Leo had a very humble start to his ministry, serving the communities in Trujillo and later Chiclayo as bishop. He directly helped the needs of the people and grew very close to the community in Peru.
Pastoral Column
A Message From Father Alan
Hail Mary, Full of Grace!
We greet Mary on the Feast of her Assumption into Heaven with the Holy Day Masses on Thursday and Friday this week. What a wonderful time for Our Lady of Victory Parish to return to the church! We have experienced Mary's loving care for us in all the generosity, kindness and hard work of people who have helped us on this post fire journey. After the 5:30 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. Masses, we will have refreshments and fellowship in honor of Mary and in thanks for all who have been a part of this rebuilding process. There is more to come of course, with the offices, sacristy and Reconciliation room, and a few other details (such as the air conditioning) still being worked on. Through Mary's intercession we pray that all we continue to do will serve our community well and give God great glory. Let us all reflect on Mary's attentiveness to God's Word and her obedience to His will as we celebrate her feast and seek to imitate her faithfulness.
Our weekend celebration continues with the August 17 Pork Out at St. Elizabeth including the 10:00 outdoor Mass. (Remember there will be no 8:30 Mass at St. Elizabeth and no 10:30 Mass at OLV on August 17).
HAPPY FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION!
Father Alan
¡Dios te salve, María! Llena eres de gracia
Saludamos a María en la fiesta de su asunción al cielo con las misas del Día Santo los jueves y viernes de esta semana. ¡Qué momento tan maravilloso para la parroquia de Nuestra Señora de la Victoria regrese a la Iglesia! Hemos experimentado el amoroso cuidado de María por nosotros en toda la generosidad, amabilidad y trabajo duro de las personas que nos han ayudado en este viaje posterior al fuego. Después de las 5:30 p.m. y a las 9:00 a.m. las misas, tendremos refrescos y compañerismo en honor a María y en agradecimiento por todos los que han sido parte de este proceso de reconstrucción. Por supuesto, hay más por venir, con las oficinas, la Sala de sacristía y reconciliación y algunos otros detalles (como el aire acondicionado) todavía se está trabajando. A través de la intercesión de María, rezamos para que todo lo que continuamos haciendo sirva bien a nuestra comunidad y le dé a Dios una gran gloria. Reflexionemos a todos sobre la atención de María a la Palabra de Dios y su obediencia a su voluntad mientras celebramos su fiesta y buscamos imitar su fidelidad.
Nuestra celebración de fin de semana continúa con el Pork Out el 17 de agosto en Santa Isabel, incluida la misa al aire libre de las 10:00 (recuerde que no habrá misa de 8:30 en Santa Isabel y no 10:30 misa en OLV el 17 de agosto).
¡FELIZ FIESTA DE LA ASUNCIÓN!
Padre Alan
Important News & Updates
Please feel free to reach out with any additional questions or concerns.
List of Services
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First Mass back at OLV Church Aug. 14
OLV will be opening its doors for the first Celebration of Mass on Thursday, August 14 at 5:30 PM! The church needs your help doing many things, including:
▸Cleaning and dusting ALL surfaces in the Sanctuary, the Gathering Space, the halls and the St. Joseph Room.
▸Vacuuming all of the new carpeting in the Sanctuary, the Gathering Space, the halls, the Fellowship Hall, and the St. Joseph Room.
▸Straightening out the Coat Room.
▸Organizing and putting away all of the boxed items in the St. Joseph Room.
▸Setting up the tables and chairs in the St. Joseph Room.
▸Cleaning the restrooms.
Picking up all the boxes, breaking them down and putting in recycling.
The church needs your help to accomplish ALL these tasks, ask a friend to join you and come to the church to help out! Bob Budke will be available to help direct, organize and support you in the completion of these tasks, Mon-Fri, 7-10 AM or call him at 218-731-2325 to get more information.
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Thanks to all who attended the All Things New meetings
Thank you to all of the parishioners who shared their free time during the All Things New informational meetings! From donuts at OLV, dinner at St. Elizabeth, and tamales at St. Leonard. Breaking bread and sharing ideas was the agenda and it was incredible! Thank you so much for your input. You can still complete a survey and share your ideas! There are several places that you can give survey input. If you haven't had a change already, please click here to fill out the survey.
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Chops, Hops, and Bingo! - Aug. 12
Come one and all to PioneerCare's Chops, Hops, and Bingo event on August 12, 5:00 PM at Spies Riverfront Park Pavilion!
There are Pork Chops from the Underwood Lions and sides, craft beer from Outstate Brewing, Bingo for a change to win cash prizes. Leighon Media will be broadcasting on site, doing multiple giveaways, including Twins tickets! Click here for more info.
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OLV looking for generator buyer
Our Lady of Victory Church is removing its generator, and is looking for a buyer!
The 100 kilowatt Generac generator, built in 1995, is in working condition. The buyer must have access to a trailer that can handle 3,000 pounds.
Make us an offer! If interested, call Jeff Jennen as soon as possible at 218-770-4345 or email him at jeffonthelake18@gmail.com.
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Have you lost a spouse?
Beginning Experience (BE) is a Non-Profit Christian Support Group for anyone who has lost a partner/spouse due to being divorced, widowed, or separated. A 10-week session "Coping with Life Alone" begins September 8, 2025 in Fergus Falls. To sign up and for more info, please coll 218-560-1686 or click here.
Highlight
Andrew Jennen, Alli Neuleib, and Deb Forstner from the Faith Formation staff thank all the wonderful volunteers that helped run the ACC Vacation Bible School this past week at Brenny Hall. We hope all the kids left with the clear message that they can trust Jesus in this wild world!
Upcoming Events
To discover more upcoming events, please check our bulletin.
Pork Out
Aug. 17
11:00 - 3:00 PM
Join us at St. Elizabeth for the annual Pork Out Festival. We will serve pork with all the trimmings. There's fun for the WHOLE FAMILY!
ACC Mass & Dinner
Aug. 27
6:00 PM
The Pelican Valley ACC is hosting a special Mass for the further unification of our 3 parishes at Our Lady of Victory Church. Mass will be held at 6:00 PM, followed by fellowship and dinner. All are invited!
Fall Festival
Sept. 21
11:00 - 2:00 pm
The OLV Fall Festival is an exciting place to take your family for great food, a cake walk, bingo, and fun children's games. There will also be a raffle drawing at the end with plenty of prizes, so be sure to get your tickets early by contacting the school.
The Pelican Valley Area Catholic Community
reaches out and is comprised of an ethnically diverse population, young and old, rich and poor…celebrating Eucharist, praying, witnessing, educating, and sharing our Catholic traditions and love for Jesus.
Register with our Parish
New to the area or just visiting?
We would be thrilled to welcome you to our church community! Join us for a Mass to experience the warmth of our congregation and learn about our parish and activities. If interested, you can easily register through the link below. We look forward to getting to know you!
Are you interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith?
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is the process by which unbaptized and baptized adults of other faiths are fully initiated into the Catholic Church.
Contact Fr. Alan for more information at:
or 218-736-2429 ext. 12
Inspired by Mary,
Nourished by Word and Sacrament,
Rejoicing in the Lord, and
Ignited by the Spirit
We are sent to love and serve, as we journey toward the Kingdom!