Our Lady of the Lake is a Catholic parish in the Diocese of Spokane, Washington. Our purpose is to celebrate our common faith in Jesus Christ, to stirve for unity, to seek reconciliation and to serve our fellow men and women. As full and active members of the Body of Christ, we live our lives in the freedom of the Gospel under the sign of the Cross, bearing witness in the wider world and within our own families. We draw nourishment from the sacramental life of the Church, especially through the weekly celebration of the Eucharist. With the grace of God we pray to discern the voice of the Spirit and acknowledge the face of Christ in all we meet.

Our church is located in a beautiful country setting approximately 20 miles northwest of the city of Spokane. Mass is held in Tum Tum from Sepember to June, and in Suncrest for the summer. Directions to both are on the contact page.

For more information email us at information@olotl.org

On January 19, 2012 His Holiness Benedict XVI addressed the Bishops of the United States of America.
The complete text of his speech is available at the The Vatican Website

The month of May is dedicated to The Blessed Virgin Mary

The month of May is dedicated to The Blessed Virgin Mary. All but the last 4 days of the month fall within the liturgical season of Easter, which is represented by the liturgical color white — the color of light, a symbol of joy, purity and innocence (absolute or restored). The last four days of the month (beginning the Monday after Pentecost) are in Ordinary Time which is represented by the liturgical color green. This symbol of hope is the color of the sprouting seed and arouses in the faithful the hope of reaping the eternal harvest of heaven, especially the hope of a glorious resurrection.  Read more at Catholic Culture

The Holy Father's Intentions for the Month of May 2012

General: That initiatives which defend and uphold the role of the family may be promoted within society.

Missionary: That Mary, Queen of the World and Star of Evangelization, may accompany all missionaries in proclaiming her Son Jesus. (See also www.apostleshipofprayer.net)

The Gospel readings for all the Sundays in May are taken from St. John and St. Mark.

All are from Year B, Cycle 2

May 6th - 5th Sunday of Easter
In today's Gospel Jesus says He is the vine and we are the branches.

May 13th - 6th Sunday of Easter
Christ gives the commandment to love as He loves.

May 20th - Ascension (7th Sunday of Easter)
Jesus tells the apostles to "Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit."

May 27th - Pentecost Sunday
This Gospel tells of Jesus appearance to the Apostles after the Resurrection.

The Liturgical Year

2012 Liturgical Calendar churchyear.net
Table of Movable Catholic Seasons & Holidays churchyear.net

The Liturgical Year Explained, thanks to Catholic News Agency Videos