Pelican Valley ACC
All are Welcome
Welcome
In 2019, the Diocese of St. Cloud combined the three parishes of Church of Our Lady of Victory, St. Leonard Parish and St. Elizabeth’s Parish into an Area Catholic Community. As the Body of Christ, we come together and are known as the “Pelican Valley Area Catholic Community”
YOU are invited – All are Welcome!! Pelican Valley Area Catholic Community’s faith family looks forward to dining regularly with you at the Lord’s table. The Venerable Fulton Sheen shares his wisdom: ‘He seeks us before we dream of seeking him; he knocks before we invite him in; he loves us before we respond.’
Our Pastor, Father Alan Wielinski, recognizes each of our parishes has its own identity; however, together we work for the common good of our ACC through our mission:
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.
We look forward to seeing you at the banquet of the Lord.
Blessings and Joy!
Father Alan Wielinski
Pastor
Father Lucho Palomino
Parochial Vicar
218-731-2939
fatherlucho@ffolvchurch.org
Annual events
Fish Fries – February and March, Our Lady of Victory
Ash Wednesday Soup Supper – February 18, Our Lady of Victory
Christian Men's Club Breakfast – April, St. Elizabeth
Spring Gala – May, Our Lady of Victory
Pork in the Park – June, St. Leonard
Pork Out - August 17, St. Elizabeth
Fall Festival – September 21, Our Lady of Victory
Roast Beef Dinner – October, St. Leonard
Marathon for Catholic Schools – October, Our Lady of Victory
Turkey Bingo - November 8, St. Elizabeth
Holiday Expo - November 22, St. Elizabeth
Feast of Guadalupe - December 12, St. Leonard
Faith Formation Bake Sale – December, Our Lady of Victory
Important News & Updates
Please feel free to reach out with any additional questions or concerns.
List of Services
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Volunteers needed for VBS decoration Aug. 3
Everyone in our ACC is welcome to help DECORATE Brenny Hall for Vacation Bible School, starting at noon on August 3. Subway lunch boxes will be provided for helpers. We will also need help taking down decorations when program over Thursday August 7 starting at 8:30 PM.
Contact Deb Forstner at deb@ffolvchurch.org with any questions.
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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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Family Fun Pilgrimage
Join us on August 23 for a joyful day of faith, fun, and fellowship as we embark on a family pilgrimage to Inspiration Point Camp!
There are activities for all ages, including swimming, water slides, gym & game room, sand volleyball, kayaking, and more!
A buffet lunch is included with unlimited coffee, tea, cocoa & cider all day. We will end our day celebrating Mass in the Worship Center. A bus will depart from the OLV parking lot at 8 a.m. and return by 5:30 p.m. Register by August 5 by clicking here.
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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.
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 Lucho
Dear Members of the Pelican Valley ACC,
Last Sunday, July 27, the first round of Pelican Valley "All Things New" Town Hall meetings concluded at St. Leonard Parish. It was a wonderful experience where attendees from all three parishes were able to learn more about the Diocese of St. Cloud's pastoral plan and share their opinions. With great hope for the future and considering the challenges ahead, the "All Things New" Committee team will meet with the Diocesan team to share the work accomplished so far on August 3 at St. Leonard.
On Saturday, July 26, St. Leonard Parish held its annual Pork in the Park. Despite the many challenges, they achieved a good turnout thanks to the collaboration of the faithful. We joyfully await the reopening of Our Lady of Victory Church this August 14-15 for the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. We are grateful for the work and sacrifice of the Reconstruction Committee, volunteers, and all who helped with this project after the fire. We are preparing for the Porkout on August 17 with an outdoor Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Parish. Everyone is invited.
Brothers and sisters, let us continue building the kingdom of God in our Pelican Valley.
Father Lucho
Estimados miembros de ACC de Pelican Valley:
El pasado domingo 27 de julio, concluyó la primera ronda de reuniones del Consejo Consultivo "Todas las Cosas Nuevas" de Pelican Valley en la Parroquia de San Leonardo. Fue una experiencia maravillosa donde los asistentes de las tres parroquias pudieron conocer mejor el plan pastoral de la Diócesis de St. Cloud y compartir sus opiniones. Con gran esperanza en el futuro y considerando los desafíos que se avecinan, el equipo del Comité "Todas las Cosas Nuevas" se reunirá con el equipo diocesano el 3 de agosto en San Leonardo para compartir el trabajo realizado hasta la fecha.
El sábado 26 de julio, la Parroquia de San Leonardo celebró su Cerdo en el Parque anual. A pesar de las muchas dificultades, se logró una buena participación gracias a la colaboración de los fieles. Esperamos con alegría la reapertura de la Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Victoria este 14-15 de agosto para la festividad de la Asunción de la Santísima Virgen María. Agradecemos el trabajo y el sacrificio del Comité de Reconstrucción, los voluntarios y todos los que ayudaron con este proyecto después del incendio. Nos preparamos para el Porkout el 17 de agosto con una misa al aire libre a las 10:00 a. m. en la parroquia de Santa Isabel. Todos están invitados.
Hermanos y hermanas, sigamos construyendo el reino de Dios en nuestro Valle Pelícano.
Padre Lucho
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.
Fergus Falls, MN
207 N. Vine St.,
Fergus Falls, MN, 56537
218-736-2429
contact@ffolvchurch.org
Weekend Masses:
Saturday 4:30 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Weekday Masses:
Tuesday 12:05 p.m.
Thursday 9 a.m.
Friday 9 a.m.
Reconciliation:
Saturday 3:30 p.m.
Pelican Rapids, MN
36 1st Ave NE,
Pelican Rapids, MN, 56572
218-863-5161
stleonard@loretel.net
Weekend Masses:
Sunday 10:30 a.m.
Sunday 12 p.m. (Español)
Weekday Masses:
Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.
Reconciliation:
By request
Elizabeth MN
706 W. Pleasant Ave.
Elizabeth, MN 56533
218-736-5230
carriewedll@yahoo.com
Weekend Masses:
Sunday 8:30 a.m.
Reconciliation:
By request
ACC Council members
Rhonda Peterson
John Schmidt
Dec. Dean Pawlowski
Andrew Heinrich
Judy Zenner
Diane Aschnewitz
ACC Council members
Rosaneli Barrogan
Alejandra Mancilla
Deacon Mario Mancilla
Jose Escobar
ACC Council members
Bill Riestenberg
Catherine Wilde
Mike Rengel
Walter Paler
Carla Shermerhorn
