Crucifixion Catholic Church
423 South Second Street
La Crescent, MN  55947
507-895-4720

"A welcoming community

of Spirit-filled disciples,

serving others

through God's love."

Crucifixion Church is an active parish in La Crescent, MN, with more than 700 families and a 130 student school.  Crucifixion Parish is a Catholic community that invites and encourages all to live a faith-filled journey with Jesus Christ. Join us at one of our weekend Masses or look to this website for areas of interest to you and your family. If you wish to register or update your family information the form can be found under the forms tab.

Crucifixion Parish has many opportunities for involvement.  The easiest way to become involved is to speak with someone who is already participating in an activity that interests you. They can point you in the right direction for training or participation in that activity. Use the Sign Up Genius to sign up as Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Altar Servers, Rosary Leaders and Gift Bearers.    

Purpose:  To serve a meal for the bereaved family and friends following a funeral Mass.  Volunteer needs include:  Team Co-leaders, helpers to set up, prepare food, serve, clean up, and provide donations of desserts and salads.  For more information and to volunteer, contact the Funeral Lunch Coordinators:  Linda Thesing, at 895-2146 or 608-792-9926, or lthesing07@gmail.com, or Jill Doll at 608-769-0896, or jilldoll@clasonbuickgmc.com.  

Our parish is a vibrant family! There is always something happening! Check out our upcoming events!

Thursday December 1:  Special Mass at 7:00 pm.  Bishop Robert Barron will rededicate our Church.  

Saturday 5:00 pm @ Crucifixion Church

Sunday 8:00 am @ St. Peter's, Hokah

Sunday 9:30 am @ Crucifixion Church

Saturday: 4:00-4:40 at Crucifixion

Tuesday: 5:00-5:20 pm at Crucifixion  

Sunday: 7:30-7:50 am at St.  Peter's, Hokah 

THE CHURCH IS OPEN for private prayer.  Please use the side doors by the sacristy and the children’s room.  The front doors will remain locked.   

Weekdays 7:40 am – 5:00 pm
Saturdays 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sundays 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

The ministries and outreach supported by the Catholic Ministries Appeal:
Vocations Discernment
Catholic Schools
Faith Formation & Youth Ministry Programs
Marriage and Family Life
Communications

2022 Parish Goal = $37,900.00

Amount received:  $27,005.00 and $1,550.00 in outstanding pledges.       75% of our goal!

Every gift makes a difference!
www.catholicfsmn.org

Diocese of Winona ‐ Child Sexual Abuse Policy Information

The Diocese of Winona will provide a prompt, appropriate and compassionate response to reporters of sexual abuse of a child by any diocesan agent (employees, volunteers, vendors, religious or clergy). Anyone wishing to make a report of an allegation of sexual abuse should call the Victim Assistance Coordinator at 507‐454‐2270, Extension 255. A caller will be asked to provide his or her name and telephone number. Individuals are also encouraged to take their reports directly to civil authorities. The Diocese of Winona is committed to protecting children, young people and other vulnerable people in our schools, parishes and ministries. The diocesan policy is available on the diocesan web site at www.dow.org under the Safe Environment Program. If you have any questions about the Diocese of Winona's implementation of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People, please contact Mary Hamann, at 507‐858‐1244, or mhamann@dow.org http://www.dow.org/Departments/Life/SafeEnvironmentProgram.aspx

Reverend John L. Evans, II
cruxpas@acegroup.cc

Bonnie Schmitz-Hrabak
cruxch@acegroup.cc 

Rebecca Schumacher
cruxffc@acegroup.cc

Rev. Mr. Gerald Trocinski

cruxtrocinski@acegroup.cc

Parish Trustees:
Dan Schmitz and Len Huegel
Finance Council:
Chairman - Dan Schmitz, Vice Chairman - Len Huegel, Secretary - Lois Hund  Members at large:   Sarah Danielson, Mike Trnka, and Tim Teske

Pastoral Council :
Chairperson:  Char Sperbeck,  Vice-Chairperson:  Wendy Fechner,  Secretary - John Radecki  Members at large:  Janine Ausdemore, Lisa Inglett, and Bob Pitel

Parish Nurses:
Ruth Berns and Jane Welch

School
Principal:
Doug Harpenau
dharpenau@crucifixionschool.org
Administrative Assistant:
Kristi Mormann
kmormann@crucifixionschool.org