January 26-31, 2023

“On Easter morning, first the women and then the disciples had the grace of seeing the Lord. From that moment on, they knew that the first day of the week, Sunday, would be his day, the day of Christ the Lord. The day when creation began became the day when creation was renewed. Creation and redemption belong together. That is why Sunday is so important.”

Pope Benedict, Homily, World Youth Day 2005

Rediscovering Sunday Together

Tired? Want to take a break? Take a rest?

God knew this desire. He knew the temptation in us to run ourselves ragged. Ponder this message below.

Forming Disciples of Jesus Christ!

Lectio Divina has helped me to appreciate patterns in scripture. “Rejoice” and “joy” are words that jump off the page all throughout the scriptures.

If we are truly Christians, why are we so downcast and grumpy? What a turn off to those who we are called to serve and evangelize! In every situation, good and bad, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, we are to present our requests to God. He allows us to participate in His grace by asking and thanking. Guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. His is our rock to cling to when we feel that we are sinking to lift us up and protect us. Ponder what is good and true and beautiful and your life will be transformed.

My Prayer Response: Jesus, I want to be Your disciple. Help me, Holy Spirit to be Your servant to help others learn or receive from me because I have put my faith into practice. Then, I will receive Your peace, which transcends all (human) understanding, as you promised. Amen.

P.S. Join or start a new Lectio Divina group and you will be amazed at what God wants to teach you.

Share with us your favorite Bible verse! CLICK for online submission and previous Favorite Bible Sharing.

We're eager to hear from adults, youth, and kids!

Winterfest 2023

What is Winterfest?

It's our winter community gathering fundraiser!

Follow this quick link to the page on our parish website to learn more about what is happening on February 19, and how you can support it!

During Winterfest, the activity center includes fun with a focus on our children and families - games and an inflatable. Follow the link to learn more!

CLICK for quick link to SPX Winterfest web page

Donate an item listed on the Winterfest Bears in the Commons Area. They have tags of items needed for our Winterfest gathering.

Donate your favorite type of cake or pick up a cake mix and frosting and bake a cake for the Cake Walk.

Donate baked goods for the Sweet Tooth Booth.

Baked items for the Cake Walk and Sweet Tooth Booth may be dropped off on Friday (February 17) or Saturday (February 18).

Sign up to volunteer for a shift the day of the event, families with younger children are invited to volunteer for one of the Family Games. Children and teens who volunteer will each receive 5 free tickets to use for Family Games.

Helping our Youth to

Encounter Jesus Christ

We are thrilled to be going to Catholic Youth Summer Camp Northwoods for the 2^nd year. We currently have a limited number of spots available and they will be offered first come, first serve. There will be fundraising opportunities prior to camp to help offset cost. The full cost for the camp is $525 but scholarships are available.

Contact Brittany Halverson at bhalverson@churchofstpiusx.org or 651-429-5994 to reserve a spot for your youth.

Summer 2022 at CYC Camps was an amazing experience! As we recall the laughter, energy, and prayer from last summer, we share highlights in this video with you. Let's begin to pray now for the camp and the youth who will attend.