Lent & Easter Services & Activities
Lent Devotional Book
Each year, we create a Lent devotional book comprised of submissions from our parishioners and community…one devotion each day that speaks to the reading of the day. Download our 2024 book, “A Change of Heart”
Ash Wednesday
Wednesday, February 14 • Main Church
9:00 am (School Mass) ✟ 6:30 pm
Mass and distribution of ashes.
Lenten Small Faith Groups
6-week Lenten study of the Sunday readings and parish Lenten reflection book during this penitential season.
Stations of the Cross
Fridays, Feb. 16, 23, March 1, 8, 15, 22 ✟ 11:30 am • Main Church
Adoration
Tuesdays, Feb. 20, 27, March 5, 12, 19, 26, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Gospel Vespers
Sunday, February 25 ✟ 6:30 pm • The Old Madeleine Church
The Madeleine Parish Choir & St. Andrew’s Gospel Choir; traditional Catholic Evening Prayer with Gospel music.
Communal Penance Service
Thursday, February 29 ✟ 6:30 pm • Main Church
In preparation for Lent and Easter. Several priests will be on hand to hear your confession.
Horticulturist Annalise Michaelson
Thursday, March 7 ✟ 6:30 pm • The Old Madeleine Church
“Consider the Lilies: Native Plants for Wildlife and Devotion.” Annalise will introduce the best low-maintenance native plants for Portland gardeners, explain their connections to local wildlife and indigenous peoples, and share some thoughts on their spiritual significance for contemplation during Lent.
St. Patrick’s Day Dinner
Saturday, March 9 ✟ 6:00 pm • Parish Hall
Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus; an annual favorite with great food and an evening of authentic Irish dance.
An Evening of Celtic Song and Prayer
Thursday, March 14 ✟ 6:30 pm • The Old Madeleine Church
Join The Madeleine Parish Choir in an evening of beautiful prayer, story, and song in the Celtic tradition.
Passion (Palm) Sunday
Sat., March 23 ✟ 5:00 pm • Sunday, March 24 ✟ 8:00 am & 10:00 am
Please gather 15 minutes prior to start time in the Parish Hall and join the procession into the church.
Chrism Mass
Monday, March 25 ✟ 6:30 pm • St. Mary’s Cathedral
Tenebrae
Friday, March 29 ✟ Noon • The Old Madeleine Church
A beautiful liturgy that meditates on Christ’s suffering