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
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:
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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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!

Pastoral Column
A Message From Father Alan
Dear Members of the Pelican Valley ACC,
On this Third Sunday of Easter we begin our ACC First Communions, this Sunday celebrating at Our Lady of Victory and in a couple weeks at St. Elizabeth. The risen Lord is with us in a very, very special way at every Eucharist, as He comes to feed us with His body and blood in the bread and wine of Holy Communion. We are nourished for a life of faith and love that will one day lead us into eternal life.
This week we continue to keep our Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV in our special prayers as he journeys to four countries in Africa, and as he speaks as a prophet of peace in our world. As the president of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (Paul Coakley) stated this past week, Pope Leo is the Vicar of Christ who speaks from the truth of the Gospel and for the care of souls. The pope is not a politician; he speaks on a much different plane, although he needs to address issues of social morality that intersect with the political world. From the very beginning of his pontificate, the first pope from the United States has advocated for peace, the human rights of those facing poverty and injustice, and all of our brothers and sisters on the planet. We pray that guided by the Spirit, Christ's vicar continues to lead us into Truth and Life.
In the Risen Christ, Fr. Alan
Estimados miembros del ACC de Pelican Valley:
En este Tercer Domingo de Pascua, damos inicio a nuestras Primeras Comuniones de la ACC; este domingo celebramos en Nuestra Señora de la Victoria y, dentro de un par de semanas, en Santa Isabel. El Señor Resucitado está con nosotros de una manera muy, muy especial en cada Eucaristía, al venir a alimentarnos con su Cuerpo y su Sangre en el pan y el vino de la Sagrada Comunión. Somos nutridos para una vida de fe y amor que, un día, nos conducirá a la vida eterna.
Esta semana, seguimos teniendo presente a nuestro Santo Padre, el Papa León XIV, en nuestras oraciones especiales, mientras realiza su viaje a cuatro países de África y alza su voz como profeta de paz en nuestro mundo. Tal como afirmó la semana pasada el presidente de la Conferencia de Obispos Católicos de los Estados Unidos (Paul Coakley), el Papa León es el Vicario de Cristo, quien habla desde la verdad del Evangelio y en aras del cuidado de las almas. El Papa no es un político; habla desde un plano muy distinto, si bien debe abordar cuestiones de moral social que confluyen con el ámbito político. Desde los albores mismos de su pontificado, el primer Papa proveniente de los Estados Unidos ha abogado por la paz, por los derechos humanos de quienes padecen pobreza e injusticia, y por todos nuestros hermanos y hermanas en el planeta. Oramos para que, guiado por el Espíritu, el Vicario de Cristo continúe conduciéndonos hacia la Verdad y la Vida.
En Cristo Resucitado, P. Alan
The Journey
Pelican Valley ACC Newsletter
April 2026 Edition
In this Easter issue, our Pelican Valley Catholic Community celebrates powerful moments of faith, renewal, and community life. You’ll meet this year’s inspiring group of catechumens and candidates entering the Church, and read Father Alan’s joyful reflection on the growing movement of hearts returning to God.
This edition also brings stories that stir the soul—from a moving witness of prayer outside the Moorhead abortion center to a behind‑the‑scenes look at the humble men who make our Lenten Fish Fries possible. You’ll find updates on baptisms and new ACC families, a thoughtful reflection on feeding the hungry, and a beautiful teaching piece on the sacred meaning behind the three steps leading to the sanctuary.
Plus, enjoy snapshots of parish life, upcoming events, and a look back at fascinating pieces of local Catholic history. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, connection, or simply a smile, this month’s newsletter offers something meaningful for every reader.
Edición de Abril de 2026
En esta edición de Pascua, nuestra Comunidad Católica del Valle Pelican celebra momentos profundos de fe, renovación y vida comunitaria. Conocerás al inspirador grupo de catecúmenos y candidatos que ingresan a la Iglesia este año, y podrás leer la alegre reflexión del Padre Alan sobre el creciente movimiento de corazones que regresan a Dios.
También encontrarás historias que tocan el alma: desde un conmovedor testimonio de oración frente al centro de abortos en Moorhead, hasta una mirada detrás de escena a los hombres que, con humildad, hacen posible nuestras cenas de pescado durante la Cuaresma. Incluimos además actualizaciones sobre bautismos y nuevos miembros del ACC, una reflexión sobre alimentar al hambriento, y una hermosa enseñanza sobre el significado sagrado de los tres escalones que conducen al santuario.
Disfrutarás también de momentos de vida parroquial, próximos eventos y un vistazo a fascinantes fragmentos de la historia católica local. Ya sea que busques inspiración, conexión o simplemente una sonrisa, este boletín ofrece algo significativo para cada lector.
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Upcoming Events
To discover more upcoming events, please check our bulletin.

First Holy Communion
april 19
at 10:30 am mass
Nineteen children will receive First Holy Communion at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church.
Due to limited seating, those who are not family or guests are asked to consider attending another Mass.
There will be no Children’s Liturgy of the Word this weekend. Please keep these children in your prayers.

REVIVE
Women's Night Out
april 23
6:00 pm-9:00 pm
With spring right around the corner, Revive is branching out to include a special event for socializing, joyful sharing, and Catholic Trivia.
Come celebrate our vibrant faith while learning something new about yourself and the others in the pews around you!
This is a unique opportunity for women to connect with others, reflect on their own faith journeys, and deepen their joy and love for Christ.
We welcome women of all walks of life and faith journeys! Register at the link below.
https://form.jotform.com/dianeaschnewitz/revive-2026-registrations

KC Pancake Breakfast
april 26
9:30 am-noon
Join us on Sunday, April 26, from 9:30 a.m. to Noon at OLV for a Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast.
A free-will offering will be accepted. All are invited!
Important News & Updates
Please feel free to reach out with any additional questions or concerns.
List of Services
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Parish Wide Baby Shower
Catholic Daughters will be sponsoring a parish wide baby shower for our local Health Resources Center. They are asking for new or handmade items only. Suggested items are clothes sizes newborn to 3T, diapers sizes 4-5-6, plush toys, rattles, teethers, etc. Items may be left in a designated area in the gathering area from April 10 to May 14th. Thank you.
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OLV K-6 Open House - April 23
OLV School & Learning Ladder Preschool invites current and prospective families to a K–6 Open House on Thursday, April 23 from 5:00–6:00 p.m. This is a wonderful opportunity to see why families are choosing OLV. Guests will be able to tour the school, meet teachers, visit classrooms, and ask questions about the program. The Open House is open to families with students in Kindergarten through 6th grade and will be held at 426 W. Cavour Ave. For more information, please call 218-736-6661 or visit www.ffolvschool.org.
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Mental Health Presentation - May 13
All are welcome to an informal presentation on mental health by OLV parishioner Dr. Dave Mach on Wednesday, May 13 at 7:00 PM. Dr. Mach is a psychiatrist with many years of professional experience, as well as a deep interest in spirituality fostered through participation in Ignatian retreats. The presentation will be held in the OLV Fellowship Hall.
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Mental Health Minute
What does the Bible say about Anxiety?
“Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life. What you will eat (or drink), or about your body, what you will wear. Is life not more than food and a body than clothing? Look at the birds in the sky; they do not sow or reap, they gather nothing into barns, yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not more important than they? Can any of you by worrying add one single moment to your life-span?” Matthew 6:26-27
If you feel you are alone in this, know that there are many support groups and professional help out there.
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Sign up for our email newsletter
Not receiving our weekly Pelican Valley ACC email? Please contact Emily Schmidt at 218-736-2429, or email her at emilys@ffolvchurch.org. Our weekly email newsletter contains information about upcoming church events and happenings, so you don’t want to miss it! In your email, just tell us to put you on our email list!
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Meals and Fellowship for Students
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.

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!




