Ps 95:1-2, 6-7, 7-9

If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts.

Come, let us sing joyfully to the LORD;
let us acclaim the rock of our salvation.
Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving;
let us joyfully sing psalms to him.
If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts.

Come, let us bow down in worship;
let us kneel before the LORD who made us.
For he is our God,
and we are the people he shepherds, the flock he guides.
If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts.

Oh, that today you would hear his voice:
"Harden not your hearts as at Meribah,
as in the day of Massah in the desert,
Where your fathers tempted me;
they tested me though they had seen my works."
If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts.

This Sunday's Readings

Women's CEW - February 10-12

Do you feel a need to recharge your faith and take a break from your everyday routine? We could all use a little boost during our cold Iowa winter, and a CEW weekend is a perfect way to recharge your spiritual life just in time for Lent. It's hard to describe this unique Catholic experience, but anyone who feels the desire to grow in their faith and personal relationship with God will very likely come away from this weekend with a new sense of spiritual purpose and energy. The cost is $35, and did I mention the food is amazing? Registrations are in the gathering space on the bulletin board. Call or email with questions: Natalie Klostermann; 319-551-7650 or natalieck@iowatelecom.net.

A Journey Into Lent for Teens with John Angotti

The Cedar Rapids Area Youth Ministers are hosting an event with John Angotti tailored specifically to high school youth in preparation for the holy season of Lent. All high school youth from the area are invited to attend this day of music and reflection with nationally known Catholic artist John Angotti on Saturday February 18th beginning at 1pm and concluding with 5pm Mass at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish in Hiawatha. Registration forms are available; please contact Sarah Casey for more information.

Communications Survey

Archbishop Jerome Hanus, OSB has designated a Task Force to study and recommend an Archdiocesan Communications plan. The Task Force has created a short 6 minute survey in which parishioners select their communication preferences and technology access. Please share this survey link with family members age 13 and older. If you would like a paper copy to complete, call the Pastoral Center at 563-556-2580. Your input is very important. Please go to the following link: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/CommParishioner

Catholic Charities

As Catholics, we are called to love and provide help for our brothers and sisters in need. Catholic Charities’ continued success is dependent on the volunteerism, financial support and prayers of each of us.

Once a year, Catholic Charities requests your financial assistance through their annual appeal weekend, this year held February 11-12. A letter will be mailed to the home of all parishioners who have made a donation to Catholic Charities in the past, requesting your support for this worthy cause. Your contributions can be mailed to Catholic Charities in the envelope provided with the appeal letter. Please be as generous as you can. If you do not receive a letter in the mail but would like to make a tax-deductible gift, please visit the website  www.charitiesdbq.com to make your secure online donation.