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EASTER SUNDAY APRIL 5th, 2026

American Martyrs Catholic Church

St. Patrick Catholic Church

April 5th, 2026 Easter Sunday

 

 

Pope - His Holiness Pope Leo XIV

Archbishop – The Most Reverend Charles C. Thompson

Administrator – Rev. Brian Esarey

 

American Martyrs:

Office: 262 West Cherry St. Scottsburg, In 47170-2013

Phone:812-752-3693

 

St. Patrick:  

PO Box # 273 Salem IN  47167    Phone: 812-752-3693 or 812-883-3589

 

Office Hours:

Monday-Wednesday 8:00 am-4:00 pm & Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

 

Office ManagerTracy Winston

 

E-Mail:  amartyrs47170@gmail.com   Website:  www.amartyrs.org    

Phone: 812-752-3693

 

Mass Schedules for American Martyrs:

Thursday and Friday at 6:00 p.m.

Saturday at 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, at 8:30 a.m.

Any Sacramental needs or to speak with Father Brian,  please call the Parish Office.

 

Mass Schedules for St. Patrick: 

Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and Wednesday at 6:00 p.m.

 

Reconciliation times for American Martyrs:

Saturdays at 4:00 – 4:40 p.m. Thursdays & Fridays 5:00 – 5:40 p.m.

 

Reconciliation times for Saint Patrick:

Wednesdays at 5:00 – 5:40 p.m.

 

Adoration at American Martyrs:

The 1st Saturday of the Month at 4:00 p.m.

 

Adoration at Saint Patrick:

The First Wednesday of the Month at 5:00 p.m.

 

Rosary at Saint Patrick:

The 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. & all Sundays at 9:45 a.m.

 

Baptisms & Marriages & Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults:

Both Parishes Contact American Martyrs Parish Office

 

American Martyrs

Weekly Mass Schedule

Saturday, April 4th at 5:00 p.m. Mass Intention is for: Jim Barrett

 

Sunday, April 5that 8:30 a.m. Servers: Abrianney Guevara & Oliver Soto

Mass Intention is for: Bob & Alberta Wilson

 

April Greeters & Readers

Saturday Greeter – Mary Cannello

Saturday Reader – Susan Anderson

Sunday Greeter – Mary Cannello

Sunday Reader – Brinley Wilson

 

April Eucharist Ministers

Saturday – Patricia Brock & Ramona Barger

Sunday – Jose Guevara & Ed Escobales

 

April Counters

Susan Anderson & Teresa Cozart

 

Mass Intentions

Thursday, April 9th – Paul Wilson

 

Friday, April 10th – Bob & Alberta Wilson

 

Saturday, April 11th – Evelyn & Cecil Miller

 

Sunday, April 12th – Anita Rothring (John Rothring)

 

Thursday, April 16th – Ronald & Monica Burns (Kathy Karmire)

 

Friday, April 17th – Robert & Imogene Karmire

 

Saturday, April 18th – Jim Barrett (Ron Barrett)

 

Sunday, April 19th – Marty Wilson (Bob Wilson)

 

Thursday, April 23rd – Ruth Hayes

 

Friday, April 24th – Ruth Hayes (Lois Bridges & Helen Reynolds)

 

Saturday, April 25th – Anita Rothring (John Rothring)

 

Sunday, April 26th – Jim, Sylvia, & Beth Smith (Rich & Mary Smith)

 

Thursday, April 30th – Jim, Sylvia, & Beth Smith

 

Friday, May 1st – Charlene Hayes Olivastro (Lois Bridges & Helen Reynolds)

 

Saint Patrick

Weekly Mass Schedule

Sunday, April 5that 10:30 a.m. Mass Intention is for: Jeanette Sharp

 

Wednesday, April 8th. The Rosary at 5:30 pm.  Mass at 6:00 p.m.

Mass Intention is for: Chris Ernst

 

Lector Schedule

April 12th – Ryker Wilson

April 19th - Peg Boulet

April 26th – Leon Chastain

 

Eucharist Minister Schedule

April 12th – Terri Thixton, Judy Saunders, & Sarah Baiocchi

 

April 19th – Diana Dick, Gordan Emily, & Terry Sowder

 

April 26th – Carolyn Saltsgaver, Peg Boulet, & Jane Zatonsky

 

April Counters

Chuck Cullins & David Lechlitner

 

Mass Intentions

Sunday, April 12th – The Pierce Family (Anna Rupert)

 

Wednesday, April 15th – George Bowers

 

Sunday, April 19th – Janice & Melanie Clouser (Terry Thixton)

 

Wednesday, April 21st – Janice & Melanie Clouser

 

Sunday, April 26th – Reta & Dewitt Friend (Terry Thixton)

 

Wednesday, April 29th – Reta & Dewitt Friend (Terry Thixton)

 

Sunday, May 3rd – Runy & Brenda Slone (Anna Rupert)

 

Easter Sunday

LITURGY OF THE WORD

1st READING Acts 10:34a, 37-43

(Salvation in Christ)

In his sermon, peter sums up the good news, the Gospel. Salvation comes through Christ, the beloved Son of the Father, the anointed of the Holy Spirit.

 

RESPONSORIAL PSALM 118

(The Day of the Lord)

This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad.

 

2nd READING COLOSSIANS 3:1-4

(Seek Heavenly Things)

Look to the glory of Christ in which we share because our lives are hidden in him (through Baptism) and we are destined to share in the glory.

 

THE GOSPEL OF JOHN 20:1-9

(Renewed Faith)

Let us discover the empty tomb and ponder this mystery, and like Christ’s first followers be strengthened in our faith.

 

NEWS, INFO, & EVENTS

SCRIP

SCRIP orders are due on the first weekend of every month. Order forms are located at the entrances.

 

PRAYER REQUESTS

Please email any prayer requests to Kathy Karmire. (karmire54@gmail.com)

 

Communion Needs at American Martyrs

Please call Ramona Barger at 812-525-2043 or Susan Anderson at 812-595-2139

 

Saint Patrick Mass Intentions

There are all Sundays & Wednesdays available for Mass Intentions from

May 10th onward for 2026.

 

American Martyrs Donation Boxes

There are boxes in church at the back & parking lot doors to gather donations for the clearinghouse. You may put donations there any time.

 

Saint Patrick Quilt Raffle/Fish Fry

St. Patrick church thanks and appreciates everyone who supported and worked our Lenten fish fries, raffle and silent auction.  The winner of the quilt was Denise Sowder.

 

American Martyrs

Thank you to everyone who supported and volunteered at our Lenten Fish Fry the past month and a half. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year and we couldn't do it without your support.

 

Trails of Faith Hike at Father Steve's!

Father Steve welcomes us again on April 12th at 1:00 p.m. 5058 E Nicholson Hollow Road, in Salem. We will have approximately 2 miles of hiking, a fire to gather around and for roasting hot dogs. This invitation includes American Martyrs as well. Hotdogs, buns Ketchup, Mustard and water will be provided. Dress for the weather. Bring chairs. RSVP by text or phone or Facebook would be appreciated. Pitch in if you like, but not necessary. Call or text David Lecklitner 812 569 1764

 

American Martyrs Parishioners
For the purpose of the safety of everyone, the southwest and south doors will be locked once Mass begins. The parking lot doors will remain open.

 

APRIL BIRTHDAYS

04/01 TERRY THIXTON

04/04 MARY SMITH

04/12 CINDY LIGHT

04/12 BRANDY FRAZIER

04/15 WILLIAM PAYNTER

04/20 JASON OBERGFELL

04/29 LORRAINE GABLE

 

APRIL ANNIVERSARIES

04/15 TERRY & CINDY LIGHT

04/23 ADAM & MARIA CONKLIN