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.


Meet Our Priests

Father Alan Wielinski

Pastor

218-731-2429, ext. 12
218-770-3349

fatheralan@ffolvchurch.org

Father Lucho Palomino

Parochial Vicar

218-731-2939
fatherlucho@ffolvchurch.org

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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Join Our Community

We look forward to seeing you at the banquet of the Lord.


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.

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Pastoral Column

A Message From Father Alan
Dear Members of the Pelican Valley ACC,

Alleluia! We continue to celebrate Christ's Easter resurrection, punctuated this Sunday by Divine Mercy! Think of the mercy Jesus showed to his apostles who betrayed him. The Divine Mercy celebration originated with private revelations given to a Polish nun, Sister Faustina. The Polish pontiff, John Paul II began Divine Mercy Sunday and the theology and spirituality of MERCY has been emphasized and developed further with each successive pope: Pope Francis said succinctly "The name of God is Mercy"! Don't we all need to continue to grow in our own attitude of compassion and mercy for one another; that alone can decrease all the hatred, the grudges, the spirit of revenge and retribution, unforgiveness that seems to permeate, almost saturate our world today. Pope Leo's update/mercy contribution is his invitation to a prayer vigil for peace this Saturday. May we be united in prayers for mercy and peace. 


I am also thankful for God's mercy personally as I begin about six weeks of radiation treatments for some microscopic cancer that my doctor detected some time ago, (post-prostatectomy). Thankfully we have an excellent cancer treatment center right here in Fergus Falls! And great doctors (including two from our parish!) and medical staff. The treatments will be five days a week amounting to about a twenty minute daily interruption...and hopefully nothing else!! It is expected to eliminate the cancer completely.  Prayers for all people undergoing cancer treatment and in thanksgiving for the wonderful medical care available to us, alleluia!


Easter blessings, Father Alan

Estimados miembros del ACC de Pelican Valley:

¡Aleluya! Seguimos celebrando la resurrección pascual de Cristo, marcada este domingo por la Divina Misericordia. Pensemos en la misericordia que Jesús mostró a sus apóstoles, quienes lo traicionaron. La celebración de la Divina Misericordia tuvo su origen en revelaciones privadas concedidas a una monja polaca, la hermana Faustina. El pontífice polaco, Juan Pablo II, instituyó el Domingo de la Divina Misericordia, y la teología y espiritualidad de la MISERICORDIA han sido enfatizadas y desarrolladas aún más por cada papa sucesivo; el papa Francisco afirmó sucintamente: «¡El nombre de Dios es Misericordia!». ¿Acaso no necesitamos todos seguir creciendo en nuestra propia actitud de compasión y misericordia los unos con los otros? Solo esto puede disminuir todo el odio, los rencores, el espíritu de venganza y retribución, y la falta de perdón que parecen impregnar —casi saturar— nuestro mundo actual. La contribución de actualización y misericordia del padre Leo es su invitación a una vigilia de oración por la paz este sábado. Que permanezcamos unidos en oración por la misericordia y la paz.


Personalmente, también estoy agradecido por la misericordia de Dios al comenzar unas seis semanas de tratamientos de radiación para tratar un cáncer microscópico que mi médico detectó hace algún tiempo (tras una prostatectomía). ¡Afortunadamente, contamos con un excelente centro de tratamiento oncológico justo aquí en Fergus Falls! Y con grandes médicos (¡incluyendo a dos de nuestra parroquia!) y personal sanitario. Los tratamientos serán cinco días a la semana, lo que supondrá una interrupción diaria de unos veinte minutos... ¡y, con suerte, nada más! Se espera que eliminen el cáncer por completo. Oraciones por todas las personas que se encuentran bajo tratamiento oncológico y en acción de gracias por la maravillosa atención médica que tenemos a nuestro alcance.


¡Aleluya! Bendiciones pascuales, Padre 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.

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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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Highlight

Upcoming Events

To discover more upcoming events, please check our bulletin.

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!

Pork Out 2026

August 23
after mass

Join us August 23, 2026, at St. Elizabeth for our annual Pork Out! Enjoy pork, bingo, and a raffle drawing. All are welcome. A sign-up sheet for raffle ticket prizes is available in the church entrance.

Important News & Updates

Please feel free to reach out with any additional questions or concerns.

List of Services

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

Diane Aschnewitz, Chair

Rhonda Antrim-Petersen, Trustee

John Schmidt, Trustee

Dcn. Dean Pawlowski

Andrew Heinrich

Abram Silbernagel

Judy Zenner

ACC Council members

Dcn. Mario Mancilla

Dcn. Joe Hilber

Phil Stotesbury, Trustee

Maria Stokka, Trustee

Rosaneli Barrogan

Jose Escobar

Steve Maresh

ACC Council members

Wanda Zimmerman, Secretary

Mike Rengel

Bill Riestenberg, Trustee 

Catherine Wilde, Trustee

Walter Paler

Diane (Dini) Schauff