ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH - FLORIAN

26932 - 390TH ST. NW - STRANDQUIST, MN 56758

www.wiktel.net/assumption ph: (218) 478-3578

assumptionchurch@wiktel.com

Facebook Page: Assumption Church Florian

Fr. Luis Buitron, Pastor: (218) 242-5689 lbuitron@wiktel.com

Parish Secretary: Kelly Nordine assumptionchurch@wiktel.com

Religious Education Coordinator: Sarah Youngstrand assumptionflorianre@gmail.com

If you or someone you know has been the victim of sexual misconduct on the part of a priest, deacon, or individual representing the Diocese of Crookston, its parishes, or its schools, your first call should be to law enforcement. In addition, the diocesan, Victim Assistance Coordinator is available at 218-281-7895 (24-hour confidential number).

Mission Statement of Assumption Church – Florian

As disciples of the teachings of Jesus Christ we, as a Christian Community, focus our time, talent, and treasure on sharing the Gospel of our Lord in Word and Deed.

The Sacramental Life

Infant Baptism: Catechetical Class is required; please contact Fr. Luis early during pregnancy or adoption.

Anointing of the Sick: Please call the Parish Office during serious illness or before surgery.

Shut-Ins: If you know anyone who cannot come to Church, please let the office know, so they can be put on a visiting schedule by a Eucharistic Minister. 

Marriage: All Catholics who have decided to enter marriage must see a priest six months prior to the desired date of marriage. If a Catholic is contemplating marriage to a non-Catholic, the Catholic must still contact a priest to fulfill the requirements of the Catholic Church for the marriage to be validly recognized by the Church. Please contact Father Luis before booking the date with the secretary.

New Parishioner (s) If you are interested or know someone who is, in becoming a registered parishioner of Assumption please call the parish office or visit with Father Luis

*Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is the means by which individuals interested in becoming Roman Catholic may do so. The process will begin with a simple informational meeting with Fr. Luis. If interested, please call Fr. Luis at 218-242-5689.

Fr. Luis Office Hours: St. Rose: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12:00 pm; St. Stephen: Wednesdays 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Assumption-Florian: Thursdays 9:30 am to 12:00 pm. Please call Fr. Luis to set up an appointment.

Tri-Parish Weekend Mass Time May & June

Assumption: Sunday @ 10:30 am; St. Stephen's: Saturday @ 5:00 pm; St. Rose: Sunday @ 8:30 am

TRI-PARISH WEEKDAY MASS TIMES

St. Rose: Tuesdays: Adoration 4:00 pm & Mass @ 5:00 pm & Friday at 5:00 pm; St. Stephens: Wednesday's @ 8:30 am

Assumption: Thursdays @ 5:00 pm

 Reconciliation: before Saturday 5:00 pm Mass: 4:30-5:00 pm.; before Sunday 8:30 am Mass: 8:00-8:30 am; no Reconciliation before 10:30 am Mass, or by Appointment (call Fr. Luis).

The Prayer Request Book is on a table in the back of the church by the Holy Water.

Assumption-Florian Parish Bulletin, May 10, 2026

“For it is better to suffer for doing good, if that be God's will, than for doing evil.” 1 Peter 3:17. The old line says “If you want to make go laugh, tell him your plans.” Many of us are diligent in our planning and making sure things are progressing smoothly. Then disaster strikes, we don't get the result we anticipated or an unforeseen problem arises. Many times we may respond negatively and ask, “Why me? I did everything right!” Here's the thing-adversity humbles us and reminds us of our dependence on God and not on our own self-reliance. Rest assured, God has a better plan in store for you.

 

Sunday, May 10, 2026: @ 10:30 am Mass Sixth Sunday of Easter

Happy Mother's Day to all our mothers!

Mass Intention: For the Tri-Parish Communities

Lector: Catherine Budziszewski Rosary: Larry & Ann Dziengel

Eucharistic Minister: Catherine Budziszewski  & Veronica Knoll Altar Servers: Afton, Cale & Rhett Pearson

Jesus said, “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.” (John 14:15)

Ponder: What prevents me from listening to God and keeping his commandments?

Prayer: Risen Lord, you remain with us and command us to love one another. Help me to show your love to all people.

Practice: Today I will be a living example of peace, love, compassion, and forgiveness.

 

Thursday, May 14, 2026: @ 5:00 pm mass

Responsorial Psalm: God mounts his throne to shouts of joy; a blare of trumpets for the Lord.

Mass Intention: For Edmund Borowicz by his family

Lector: Volunteer

After this Paul left Athens and went to Corinth. There he found a Jew named Aquila, a native of Pontus, who had recently come from Italy with his wife Priscilla, because Claudius had ordered all Jews to leave Rome. (Acts 18:1-2)

Ponder: When has suffering deepened my relationship with Jesus.

Prayer: Risen Lord, you walk with me every step of my day. Help me to see you in all of my sisters and brothers and to pledge my energy to the work of healing, peace, and reconciliation.

Practice: Today I will support an organization that finds homes for displaced persons and refugees.

 

Sunday, May 17, 2026: @ 10:30 am Mass Seventh Sunday of Easter (The Ascension of the Lord)

2026 Graduates – Hunter Kazmierczak, Annika Nygaard, Caden Pagnac, Garrett Rominski & Grant Rominski

Potluck Lunch to honor the Graduates and First Communion Students after mass. All are welcome!

Mass Intention: For the Tri-Parish Communities

Second collection is for Catholic Communications Catholic University

Lector: Larry Dziengel Rosary: James V. Kuznia

Eucharistic Minister: Larry & Ann Dziengel Altar Servers: Taylin, Brayla & Ryar Rogus

 

Collectors:

May – Donovan Pietruszewski, Hayden Rogus, Joe Rogus & Phil Rogus

June – Jason Rominski, Robert Safranski, David Stusynski, & Mark Szklarski

PRAYER LIST

Prayers for Healing: Vernon Stusynski & Rudy Rogus

STEWARDSHIP COLLECTION

2025/2026 Sunday offertory Budget: $105,000.00 / 52 weeks - $2,019.23

 

**2026 Diocesan Annual Appeal **

2026 DIOCESAN ANNUAL APPEAL: IN CHRIST, WE ARE ONE!

As of April 22, 2026 - DAA Goal: $10,762; Received: $9,514.00; Percent of Goal: 88.40%; Under goal: $1,248.00; Percent Participation: 32.97%

Thank you for your support of the Diocesan Annual Appeal! Your generous gift, joined with others, gives encouragement, strength, and purpose to our family of faith. If you have not had the opportunity to make your commitment, please make your pledge or gift this weekend. You can donate online at www.crookston.org/DAA.

For questions about automatic sustained giving, contact Renιe Tate at rtate@crookston.org or call 218-281-4533, ext. 432.

Faith Formation

Totus Tuus: July 26-31, 2026. St. Rose of Lima will be hosting for the tri -parish and Warren. For grades 1-12. Registration will be opening very soon. We would like to see more of our students from Assumption attend as well as possible volunteers/donations.

OTHER ITEMS & UPCOMING EVENTS

**First aid kit is located on the counter in the Sacristy. White icing is included in the kit for diabetic reactions.

**The Knights of Columbus – Knights of Columbus members: "If you have insurance questions, please contact Aaron Kaiser at 218-280-4707 or email at Aaron.kaiser@kofc.org"

**Online giving program – Our online offertory giving program is set up. We will be doing the Sunday collections and any of the special collections that stay here in our parish. For the first few months. For the donation that go to the Diocese, please use your envelopes Thank you. We will still have the offertory envelopes. Here is the link www.osvhub.com/assumptionchurchflorian/giving/funds. In the link above, the building/repair fund and cemetery fund have been added. Thank you to all who have donated through our online giving program. It is greatly appreciated, God Bless.

**Natural Family Planning Introductory Session the Crookston Diocese welcomes all couples to a free Natural Family Planning Introductory Session presented by Laura Golden, FCP and Sarah McKeown, CFCP. Please see the poster in the back of the church on the bulletin board for dates and times.

**Planning for Mission: Prayer, Discernment, and Feedback Session -Our parish is entering an important season of prayer and discernment as part of the New Life Planning for Mission process within the Diocese of Crookston. You are invited to take part in a Planning for Mission – Prayer, Discernment, and Feedback Session — a 3-hour gathering where we will seek the Lord’s guidance for the future of our parish and provide input to Bishop Cozzens and the Diocesan Planning Commission. 

Date: Sunday, May 17th, 2026. Time: approximately 1:00 after our potluck (lasting around 3 hours)Location: Assumption Parish in Florian This is not simply a planning meeting; it is first and foremost a spiritual encounter — a time to meet Christ in prayer and listen for the voice of the Holy Spirit. Through prayer, reflection, and discussion, we will consider how God is calling us to be renewed to become a true center of mission in our community. Meeting Goals:
• Provide space for every parishioner to encounter the Lord in prayer
• Learn how to listen together to the Holy Spirit in discernment
• Ensure every parishioner feels heard
• Offer feedback on next steps for mission to the Diocesan Planning Commission

Your input matters. Parish leaders will gather and share feedback from this time of prayer and discernment with the Diocesan Planning Commission. This input will help shape recommendations to Bishop Cozzens on how parishes and clusters might collaborate or make structural changes to more fully live our shared mission. Come, pray, and help shape the future of our parish together!

 

Do Something Beautiful for God – The Essential Teachings of Mother Teresa

May 8 – Loving trust is only the fruit of total surrender. You cannot have trust unless you are one with the person. Total surrender and loving trust are twins.

May 9 – My Jesus, do with me as you wish, as long as you wish.

May 10 – See the humility of God. He made Himself the hungry one to satisfy our hunger...See the unity between prayer and wholehearted free service. We meet Jesus in the Bread of Life in the Eucharist and the Humanity of Christ in the distressing disguise of the poor. We are called to unite both...Prayer by itself-No! Work by itself-No! These two belong together.

May 11 – I remember when I was leaving home fifty years ago-my mother was dead set against me leaving home and becoming a sister. In the end when she realized that this was what God wanted from me, she said something very strange: “Put your hand in His hand and walk all alone with Him.” I didn't understand it at the time, but this is life. We may be surrounded by many people, yet our vocation is really lived out alone with Jesus.

May 12 – For twenty years, I was at work in education at St. Mary's High School. I love teaching, and in Loreto I was the happiest nun in the world.

May 13 – Twenty years after I came to India, I decided upon this close contact with the poor. I felt that God wanted from me something more.

May 14 – Don't allow anything to interfere with your love for Jesus. You belong to Him. Nothing can separate you from Him. That one sentence is important to remember. He will be your joy, your strength. If you hold onto that sentence, temptations and difficulties will come, but nothing will break you. Remember, you have been created for great things.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mass Schedule and events

 

May & June

Assumption Mass is on Sunday @ 10:30 am

St. Stephen mass is on Saturday @ 5 pm

St. Rose of Lime mass is on Sunday @ 8:30 am

 

May 17 – Honor our Graduates Mass at Assumption Florian. Potluck to follow to celebrate the Graduates and First communion students. Group 3 will serve.

May 17 – Parish Community planning for Mission meeting starting at 1 pm at Assumption-Florian. All are Welcome to attend.

June 14 – Eucharistic Adoration at Assumption Florian 12pm-4pm

June 28 – Polish Day at Assumption-Florian

September 13 – Eucharistic Adoration at Assumption Florian 12pm-4pm

December 13 – Eucharistic Adoration at Assumption Florian 12pm-4pm