WHAT'S NEW
SUNDAY OBLIGATION RETURNING JULY 3/4
Please read this letter from Fr. Froehle:
Please read this letter from Archbishop Hebda:
Please see important information in this statement from the Minnesota Catholic Conference:
CENTERED IN THE EUCHARIST
“For where two or more are gathered...”
Jesus tells us, “there am I in the midst of them.” (Matthew 18:20) Certainly, we can pray anywhere; the Lord invites us to relationship with Him. As such we can hear his voice and speak to him anywhere. There is something extra special about coming together in worship on the sabbath in the sanctuary. St. John Chrysostom said, “You cannot pray at home as at church, where there is a great multitude, where exclamations are cried out to God as from one great heart, and where there is something more: the union of minds, the accord of souls, the bond of charity, the prayers of the priests.” (CCC 2179)
With the COVID-19 pandemic subsiding, it is time to gather again to pray, and lift our hearts in praise to God. We joyfully await the reunion of our parish family at Mass.
THE OFFICE IS OPEN!
We have opened the office from 8:00am-12noon. Please stop at the table outside the office, complete the checklist on the easel, take a face mask if you need one and use hand sanitizer before entering. Welcome back!
MASS VIA YOUTUBE!
If you aren't ready to join us in person, join us via YouTube. Access our YouTube channel with the link to the left.
Access the worship aids for Mass to the left.
FIRST FRIDAY 9-2-9 ADORATION
Friday, July 2, 2021
9:00AM-9:00PM
First Friday Adoration is moving back to the CHAPEL.
There are several afternoon slots available. Please call Connie Fifarek at 612-269-5901 if you are able to help.
FRIDAY HOLY HOUR
Friday Holy Hour 9:00AM - 10:00AM every week after Mass in the sanctuary.
Rosary begins at 8:05am & Mass begins at 8:30am.
GROWING IN FAITH
FAMILY CARNIVAL
Faith Formation invites you to a “Family Carnival” on Sunday, August 22nd after 10:30 AM Mass. Everyone is invited to join us for fun, food, games, and fellowship! We need a few people to help with the planning of this event. If you are interested, we are having a planning meeting next Thursday, June 24th from 6-7 PM. Please email Laura or Sydney if you would like to help in this way. More information about the carnival and volunteer opportunities will be coming soon. We hope you and your family can join us at the carnival!
FAITH FORMATION
Early Bird tuition fee ends on June 30! You can register online or use a form available in the Gathering Space. We are excited to begin on October 3rd (for Sunday sessions) and October 6 for our Wednesday sessions.
SUMMER YOUTH GROUP
All Middle School and High School Youth are invited to join us at Summer Youth Group on Wednesday, June 23 at 6:00PM. Hope to see you there!
MAKING DISCIPLES
LOVE ONE ANOTHER
In November 2018, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops approved a new pastoral letter against racism, Open Wide Our Hearts: The Enduring Call to Love. In the Letter, the bishops invite all people of faith to conversion. We are called to open our minds and hearts to Christ's love for all people and to the experience of those who have been harmed by the evil of racism.
WALK HUMBLY WITH GOD
The bishops exhort all Catholics to cooperate with God's grace to take direct and deliberate steps to help end racism. They urge all Catholics to examine their hearts and repent of any sinfulness. They acknowledge the Church's complicity in evil of racism and ask forgiveness from all who have been harmed by these sins.
The bishops urge all to continually encounter others from different backgrounds. We are encouraged to build relationships and talk with those with whom we may not ordinarily engage. Out of those relationships we must resolve to work for justice inter-personally and beyond. The bishops list numerous ways that dioceses, seminaries, parishes, educational institutions, organizations, families, and individuals can educate themselves, work institutionally, and change unjust structures. Finally, they reflect on racism as a life issue and pray for the intercession of Mary for the grace to overcome the evil of racism and build a just society.
REFLECT
How is fighting racism part of missionary discipleship? How will an encounter with Christ help individuals combat racism?
Why is racism a life issue?
In your community, how can you help welcome, encounter, protect, and help newcomers from cultural groups different than your own?
(taken from Open Wide Our Hearts a Study Guide)
MATH TEACHER POSITION
Our neighbors at St. Joseph School in Rosemount are seeking a Middle School Math/6th Grade Homeroom Teacher. Please share the job listing with anyone that may be interested: https://careers.archspm.org/jobs/middle-school-math-teacher-15/
Current Guidelines at Church of St. Michael
Returning to Mass
- Hand sanitizer is available and use is encouraged
- The bulletin and collection basket are available on the table in the gathering space
- The two far sections of pews are set aside for those who wish to maintain social distance. If you sit in these two sections, please sit every other pew and maintain six feet of distance from other households.
Parish Office is Open
- The parish office is open from 8:00am – 4:00pm M - F
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to 84576 to stay connected
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If you are looking for some wonderful resources such as: Daily Readings, Magnificat, The Word Among Us...they are all available on our COVID-19 website page.
Follow the link: COVID-19 Resources
There are also wonderful resources available from the Archdiocese of St. Paul & Minneapolis.
Follow the link: Archdiocese Resources
Follow the link: COVID-19 Resources
There are also wonderful resources available from the Archdiocese of St. Paul & Minneapolis.
Follow the link: Archdiocese Resources