Home Free Women's Shelter
May Collection: “Spring Cleaning!”
Disinfecting wipes, Clorox bleach, toilet bowl cleaner, sponges, liquid laundry detergent, glass cleaner, etc.
Men's Nursing Home
Disposable items are needed year round to support all ages.
Benilde-St. Margaret's Summer Camps
June and July (Sign Up Now!)
Benilde-St. Margaret's School, St. Louis Park
Benilde-St. Margaret’s School has a great variety of day camp opportunities available for young people entering grades 3-12. Choose from four categories of programs:
From drama to designing video games, and from sailing to hockey, Summer Camp at Benilde-St. Margaret’s has something for everyone! See the complete list of BSM Summer Camp opportunities and register here:
https://www.bsmschool.org/summercamp
Applications Due August 1, 2023
The Saint Paul Seminary's Catechetical Institute 2-year Pillars Program brings students through the Catechism of the Catholic Church as a story from blessing to blessing. Students participate in 4 modules that focus on the Creed, sacraments, moral life, & prayer. In-person class at St. Patrick's, Edina, and live-streamed to six satellite locations on Monday evenings, 7pm - 9pm with two formative sessions per module. After completing all 4 modules, students receive a certificate of completion. www.saintpaulseminary.org/ci
Archdiocesan Seminarians completing Theology IV will be ordained to the Sacred Order of Priesthood! All are welcome to this joyous occasion!
With praise and thanksgiving to Almighty God, the Archdiocese of Saint Paul & Minneapolis
joyfully announces and invites you to the Ordination of:
Kyle James Etzel, Ryan Jerome Glaser, William Francis Kratt and John Michael Rumpza
to the Sacred Order of the Priesthood through the imposition of hands and the invocation of the Holy Spirit by His Excellency The Most Reverend Bernard A. Hebda, Archbishop of Saint Paul & Minneapolis.
Pentecost Sunday Masses
Saturday, May 27, 4:30pm, Parish Center
Sunday, May 28, 8am, Historic Little Church
Sunday, May 28, 10am, Parish Center (Also Online)
Event: Come enjoy a night out of fun and fellowship!
Join our young adults program! The group meets each month for community and faith building. See monthly events and activities posted on www.stjosephparish.com/young-adults. Stop in for some fun and meet new people!
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is waiving vehicle permit fees at all 75 state parks and recreation areas. With the support of the state legislature, the DNR offers these Free Park Days to encourage Minnesotans to get outdoors and enjoy the health and wellness benefits of spending time in nature.
Archdiocesan Marriage Day
Saturday, June 10, 10:00a
Cathedral of Saint Paul, St. Paul
Celebrate the beautiful mystery of the mutual self-gift between a man and a woman in the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony. This celebration is open to all and includes Mass, renewal of vows, and a short reception..Couples celebrating their 25th silver, 50th gold and 70th platinum anniversaries will be honored in a special way. Couples married one year or more may request a commemorative certificate signed by Archbishop Hebda. To request a certificate, please contact the Office of Marriage, Family and Life by June 5 at mfl@archspm.org or 651-291-4488.
Independence Day
Tuesday, July 4
Celebrate Our Freedom!
Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the Declaration of Independence of the United States, on July 4, 1776. We thank all who made this day possible for the people of American. God bless the USA!
Thursday - Sunday, July 13 - 16
Demontreville Jesuit Retreat House, Lake Elmo
Come to a place where you can hear the voice of the Lord in the quiet and peaceful setting of Lake DeMontreville. For more information, please contact 651-777-1311. Retreat website: www.demontrevilleretreat.com.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is waiving vehicle permit fees at all 75 state parks and recreation areas. With the support of the state legislature, the DNR offers these Free Park Days to encourage Minnesotans to get outdoors and enjoy the health and wellness benefits of spending time in nature.
Ever aware of past and ongoing violations of dignity and relationships, “Journeying Toward Restoration” signifies renewed promise for restorative justice as an instrument for human flourishing both within and beyond the institutional Church.
Join us to build relationships, knowledge, and skills for engaging restorative justice practices in light of Catholic tradition and experience.
For more information, visit: https://catholicsmobilizing.org/rj-conference-2023
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
October 6 - 8
Christ the King’s Retreat Center, Buffalo
Bring back the honeymoon in your marriage with this weekend retreat. One husband said,
"It felt like a honeymoon. I couldn't wait to get home and see her at the end of the day." Early registration is highly recommended. Visit twincitieswwme.org for more information or contact Brent and Tracy at applications@twincitieswwme.org or 612.234.7440.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is waiving vehicle permit fees at all 75 state parks and recreation areas. With the support of the state legislature, the DNR offers these Free Park Days to encourage Minnesotans to get outdoors and enjoy the health and wellness benefits of spending time in nature.