ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH - FLORIAN
26932 - 390TH ST. NW - STRANDQUIST, MN
56758
www.wiktel.net/assumption ph: (218) 478-3578
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 April, 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, April
19, 2026
“Did not our hearts burn within us while He
talked to us on the road, while He opened to us the scriptures?” Luke 24:32.
How often do you take the time to discern what Jesus is calling you to do with
your life? Are your prayers always petitions, asking Jesus to do things for
you? If so, that's a one-sided relationship. Living our faith means developing
a personal relationship with Jesus. Just like any friendship, there is give and
take, each side listening to each other and helping each other out. Take time,
in silence, to listen to what Jesus is asking of your today.
Sunday, April 19,
2026:@ 10:30 am Mass Third Sunday of Easter
Mass
Intention: For the Tri-Parish
Communities
Lector: Robert
Safranski Rosary: Ken & Mary Stusynski
Eucharistic Minister: Veronica Knoll & Donalda Kuznia Altar Servers: Afton, Cale
& Rhett Pearson
While they were talking and discussing,
Jesus himself came near and went with them, but their eyes were kept from
recognizing him. (Luke 24: 15-16)
Ponder: How
do I treat strangers?
Prayer:
Risen Lord, you walk with me as my friend and companion. Help me to recognize
your presence in all people.
Practice: Today I will trust the Spirit and have a conversation with
someone I do not know.
Thursday, April 23,
2026: @ 5:00 pm mass
Responsorial
Psalm: Let all the earth cry out to God with Joy.
Mass
Intention: For Conrad Pietruszewski by Conrad Kuznia
Jesus answered them, “It is written in the
prophets, ‘And they shall all be taught by God.’”
(John 6:45)
Ponder: What
has God taught me about myself?
Prayer:
Risen Lord, you have blessed me with the gift of life. Help me to use this
precious gift to share your hope, joy, compassion, and love in the world.
Practice:
Today I will spend five minutes alone with God as my teacher.
Sunday, April 26,
2026: @ 10:30 am Mass Fourth Sunday of Easter
Second Collection is for the Catholic Home
Missions Appeal
Mass Intention: For the Tri-Parish Communities
Lector: RE
Youth Rosary: RE Youth
Eucharistic Minister: Phil & Heather Rogus Altar
Servers: Taylin, Brayla
& Ryar Rogus
Assumption Florian parish would like to
offer our condolences to the family and friends of Barbara Banaszewski,
who passed away on April 9, 2026. May she rest in peace.
Collectors:
April – Jerome
Kujawa, Gayle Kuznia, James
V. Kuznia & Jonathan Pearson
May – Donovan
Pietruszewski, Jim Rogus,
Joe Rogus & Phil Rogus
PRAYER LIST
Prayers for
Healing: Vernon Stusynski
& Rudy Rogus
STEWARDSHIP
COLLECTION
2025/2026 Sunday offertory Budget:
$105,000.00 / 52 weeks - $2,019.23
April 12, 2026 - Adult: $1770.00; Youth:
$12.00; Plate: $47.00; Ash Wednesday: $25.00; Easter Flowers: $25.00; Good
Friday: $340.00; Easter Sunday: $1110.00; Rice Bowl: $100.00; Total: $3,429.00;
Online Giving: $85.00
Easter Flowers in Memory/Honor of Deceased
and living Borowicz and Kuznia
family by Arnold and Donalda Kuznia
**2026 Diocesan Annual Appeal **
2026 DIOCESAN ANNUAL APPEAL: IN CHRIST, WE ARE
ONE!
As of April 15, 2026 - DAA Goal: $10,762;
Received: $9,314.00; Percent of Goal: 86.55%; Under
goal: $1,448.00; Percent Participation: 31.87%
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 Renée Tate at rtate@crookston.org or call 218-281-4533, ext. 432.
RELIGIOUS FORMATION
Religion Classes for K-10 will be on April
22 @ 7 pm.
Thank you,
Sarah Youngstrand.-RE
Coordinator.
ASSUMPTION SNOW
REMOVAL
April 17-April 23 – Trent Youngstrand, Evan Grandstrand,
& John Grandstrand
April 24-May 1-Christopher Kuznia, Randal Kostrzewski &
Tom Kostrzewski
Reminder:
Please use what we have in the store room. Sidewalks need to be cleared for
Wednesday RE & prior to Mass.
Please remember to clean both sides of the
steps on the west side of the church. This is from the Diocese of Crookston
that it is a state requirement that emergency exits have to be free of
obstructions that would prevent its use, including the accumulation of snow and
ice. Thank you.
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.
**Mercy Hour: Throughout the
year, Bishop Andrew Cozzens will lead monthly Mercy Hour services across the
Diocese of Crookston. Mercy Hours are services of Eucharistic healing for
individuals, couples and families. Join Bishop Cozzens for this hour of
adoration and prayer, culminating in an intimate moment of Eucharistic
encounter. All Are Welcome. Mercy Hour is Sunday April 19, 2026, at 3 pm at St.
St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Badger, MN.
**Mercy Hour for Middle School &
High School Youth: Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 7 pm at St. Bernard’s
Catholic Church, Thief River Falls, MN
**Parish Council - Parish
Council meeting on Thursday, April 23 at 6 pm at the Assumption Church dining
hall.
**Parish Council
Members – You are invited to
the Leadership Formation for Prayer and Discernment meeting taking place from 9
am – 2:30 pm on Saturday April 25, 2026 at Assumption Church of Florian. A
light breakfast and lunch will be provided. Please contact Kelly at the parish
office at 218-478-3578 or by cell phone at 218-242-0187 by Wednesday April 15
to RSVP. Thank you.
**Real Presence radio - brings
Christ into homes, cars, and workplaces across our region. Tune in on 92.5
FM/ 1370 AM in Grand Forks or listen online at RealPresenceRadio.com.
Be a part of the mission, and join us May 5-7 for our spring live drive!
**Anointing Mass
An Anointing Mass will be held at St. Stephen’s on Thursday, April 23, at
11:00 a.m. A meal and games will follow the Mass. Please RSVP for
meal to Marilyn Kuznia at 218-478-4273 on or
before April 19.
** The Knights of Columbus will
be having their Annual Tootsie Roll Fundraiser after masses on April 18 and
19. Local proceeds benefit the Marshall County Group Homes in
Argyle. Please help us support this organization.
**The Catholic Daughters -
will host their annual Salad Bar Luncheon at St. Rose on Saturday, May 2.
This year's theme is "God Bless America," and Michaela Sustad will share her inspirational story. There will be an
assortment of salads and several raffle items. Please dress in red,
white, and blue. Doors open at 11 o'clock and the luncheon starts at 11:30.
**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
April 17 – Try not to judge people. If you judge others, then you are
not loving them. You cannot judge and love at the same time. Instead, try to
help them by seeing their needs and acting to meet them. It isn’t what anyone
may or may not have done, but what you have done that matters in God’s eyes.
April 18 – The poor give us much more than we
give them. They’re such strong people, living day to day with no food. We don’t
have to give them pity or sympathy. We have so much to learn from them.
April 19 – My secret is very simple: I pray. Through prayer I become one
in love with Christ. I realize that praying to Him is loving him.
April 20 – Poverty doesn’t only consist of being hungry for bread, but
rather it is a tremendous hunger for human dignity. We need to love and to be
somebody for somebody else. This is where we make our mistakes and shove people
aside. Not only have we denied the poor a piece of bread, but by thinking that
they have no worth and leaving them abandoned in the streets, we have denied
them the human dignity that is rightfully theirs as children of God.
April 21 – I cannot forget my mother. She was usually very busy all day
long. But when sunset drew near, it was her custom to hurry with her tasks in
order to be ready to receive my father. At the time we did not understand, and
we would smile and even joke a little about it. Today I cannot help but call to
mind the great delicacy of love that she had for him. No matter what happened,
she was always prepared, with a smile on her lips, to welcome him.
April 22 – When I was crossing into Gaza, I was asked at the checkpoint
whether I was carrying any weapons. I replied: Oh yes, my prayer book.
April 23 – I take the Lord at His word. Faith is a gift from God.
Without it there would be no life. And our work, to be fruitful and beautiful,
has to be built on faith. Love and faith go together. They complete each other.
Mass Schedule and
events
April, 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
April 18-19 – Knights of Columbus Annual
Tootsie Roll Fundraiser after mass. Proceeds benefit the Marshall
County Group Homes in Argyle.
April 23 – Anointing Mass at St. Stephen's
at 11:00 am. Meal and games to follow the mass. Please RSVP for
meal to Marilyn Kuznia at 218-478-4273
on or before April 19.
April 23 – Parish Council Meeting at 6 pm
at Assumption dining hall.
April 25 – Tri-Parish Council Leadership
Formation for Prayer and Discernment meeting at Assumption-Florian
from 9 am – 2:30 pm.
April 26 – Children's mass at 10:30 am at
Assumption Florian
April 29 – RE Pizza Party
May 3 – First Communion at
Assumption-Florian
May 5– Assumption Ladies meeting at 6:30 pm
at the Assumption Church dining hall.
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