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Career Transition Group Welcomes
Author Larry Julian
Thursday, Nov. 15, 7:30 – 8:30 a.m.
Holy Name of Jesus, 155 County Road 24, Medina
 
Larry Julian is a successful consultant and speaker who specializes in Biblically-based leadership development and strategic planning. Larry's mission is to help people integrate their work and faith, transform their adversity into their destiny, and revolutionize their life into their legacy. He's the author of the nationally acclaimed and best-selling books: GOD IS MY SUCCESS: Transforming Adversity into Your Destiny helps people overcome the obstacles which keep them from being the success God intended, GOD IS MY CEO: Following God's Principles in a Bottom-Line World, and GOD IS MY COACH: A Business Leader's Guide to Finding Clarity in an Uncertain World. Larry is also a popular instructor at the University of St. Thomas Management Center. 
 
Please join us at the next HNOJ Career Transitions meeting on Nov. 15, 2018 at 7:30 a.m. in the Emmaus Room.  Larry will discuss the challenges & opportunities with career transition and share his career transition story of  "Why getting fired was the best thing ever to happen to me" which created a tremendous opportunity in his career path.
 
For more information on these meetings, or to offer your expertise as a guest speaker, see our website www.hnoj.org/career-transition-group or contact Deacon Dennis Hanson at 763-473-7901.

The School of Healing and Empowerment with Damian Stayne, November 16–18
The Catholic Charismatic Renewal Office and St. John Vianney Seminary are presenting The School of Healing and Empowerment with Damian Stayne, Nov 16–18, at O’Shaughnessy Education Center, University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN. Damian Stayne, founder of Cor et Lumen Christi, a Roman Catholic lay community in England, is helping Catholics around the world respond to the Church’s call for a new evangelization by awakening them to the power of the Holy Spirit and His gifts. The School offers sound teachings and practical workshops on Healing and Evangelization, how to minister in the power of the Holy Spirit, and more. Cost is $130 and includes meals and materials. Full-time college students and missionaries of NET and SPO can attend at a reduced rate of $25. There is also a reduced rate of $50 for the ordained and religious. We hope many will come. It is a life-changing event.

In addition to the conference, all are invited to attend the Miracle Healing Service with Damian Stayne, at St. John the Baptist Church, 835 2nd Avenue NW in New Brighton, MN, Saturday, Nov 17 from 7 – 10 pm. This event is FREE and open to people of all faiths. Those in particular need of healing are encouraged to come. (Over 1200 people came in 2014.) Visit www.ccro-msp.org for more information, or call 763-571-5314.


Spiritual Grandparenting Workshop – November 17
Join us Saturday, November 17, at the Church of St. Gerard for a Spiritual Grandparenting Workshop to learn ideas and inspiration for passing your spiritual legacy on to your grandchildren. The workshop is from 9am-12:30pm with lunch to follow. Guest speaker is Carolyn Kolovitz. Cost of the workshop is $20 (workshop only) or $25 (workshop and lunch). For registration and information, visit our website at www.st-gerard.org (NEWS & EVENTS) or call the parish office at 763-424-8770.

Matching Grant Turkey Bingo – Sunday, November 18
Ss. Peter & Paul Parish Center, 150 Railway St. E., Loretto, MN
Catholic United Financial and the Ss. Peter & Paul Social Civic Committee will be hosting a Turkey Bingo on November 18th at 1:00pm at Ss. Peter and Paul Parish Center in Loretto. For $8.00 you will receive a Bingo card to play 20 games of Bingo, a turkey luncheon, and a chance for door prizes. There will be a family cap of $35.00 for parents and their children. We will also be holding a bake sale and a raffle for various prizes.

Holy Hour for Vocations 
Tuesday, November 13, 7–8 p.m., Cathedral of Saint Paul, St. Paul.

All people of the Archdiocese are invited to participate in the Holy Hours for Vocations, a new program sponsored by the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. This year’s seminarian posters show the calendar of the Holy Hours for Vocations that will be taking place at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month. Each month, the Holy Hour for Vocations will take place at another parish in the Archdiocese. Come spend an hour with Jesus each month to pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood, consecrated life and diaconate. For more information, please contact the Office of Vocations at 651-962-6890 or visit www.10000vocations.org.

An Evening for Justice, Healing and Peace
Wednesday November 14 at Our Lady of Lourdes, Minneapolis 

We will offer our highest prayer for people who have been harmed. A Mass for Justice, Healing and Peace, will begin at 6 p.m. and will include a testimonial from a victim-survivor of clergy abuse. A program on Restorative Justice and an introduction to Healing Circles, will follow in Hofstede Hall. The evening will conclude at 9 p.m. Parking vouchers will be available for the nearby Riverplace Parking Ramp on Second Street. 

Join us for a Gold Mass – 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 15
Location: St. Stephen Church, 525 Jackson St., Anoka.

For Catholics and their families who are or have been involved in the field of science to celebrate together on the feast day of St. Albert the Great, patron saint of natural scientists.  Father Matt Shireman (Parochial Vicar of St. Stephen’s Church) will be the celebrant. Refreshments will be served following Mass. http://ststephenchurch.org/parish-event/gold-mass-for-scientists.

Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend - November 16-18,
Location: Franciscan Retreat Center, Prior Lake.

It has been said that the greatest gift you can give your children is two parents very much in love, with each other.  Polish up this gift and put a bow on it at a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend.  You deserve the best and your children need to see you reaching for it. To sign up visit: twincitieswwme.org or 612-978-3635.

Vianney Visit
Begins with Registration Thursday, Nov. 15, 4–6 p.m. Ends Saturday, Nov. 17, 11 a.m.

Vianney Visit provides high school sophomores through college age men (ages 16-24) the opportunity to take a closer look and experience college seminary. Attend Mass, prayer, and spiritual conferences with SJV priests and hear testimonies from SJV seminarians. There is no charge for the event. All meals are provided. Register to attend: stthomas.edu/vianney/events or call 651-962-6825. Please contact Director of Vocations Father David Blume to let him know of your interest in the Vianney Visit. Father Blume can be reached at 651-962-6890 or by emailing stpaulpriest@10000vocations.org.

Operation Andrew Dinner 
Tuesday, November 20, 6–8 p.m.,
Archdiocesan Catholic Center 777 Forest St., St. Paul.

Archbishop Bernard Hebda and Father David Blume, Director of Vocations, invite men discerning the priesthood, ages 16–50, to dinner and conversation with vocations testimonials on priesthood and religious life. It is typical for a pastor, religious or youth minister to accompany each discerning guest. Register online at www.10000vocations.org before November 16. Questions?  Email stpaulvocations@10000vocations.org or call the Office of Vocations at 651-962-6890.

Encounter Christ in the Mass-A Bible Study with Father John Echert
Wednesdays, Nov. 28 – Dec. 19, 7–8:30 p.m., Holy Trinity, South St. Paul.

In this four-week series, Father John Echert will draw upon biblical texts, historical background and ecclesiastical texts to provide insight and a deeper understanding into the Sacred Liturgy of the Mass. Participants can expect that this study will enhance their knowledge of and appreciation for the greatest reality on earth. To register, click EVENTS at Rediscover-faith.org. Cost: $20. Includes lecture, materials, large group Q&A and snack. Questions? Contact Susanna Parent at parents@archspm.org or 651-291-4411.

Tidings of Comfort & Joy: Advent Day of Reflection
Saturday, December 1, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
St. Clement Campus of Holy Cross, Minneapolis.

Begin your Advent season with a day of prayer and reflection on the meaning and importance of the Incarnation, Jesus Christ as Infant King. Hear from Father Byron Hagan and Elizabeth Kelly. The day includes a Mass, Confession, Eucharistic Adoration, a light breakfast and lunch. All are welcome! To register, click EVENTS at Rediscover-faith.org. Cost: $40. Space is limited, so please register early. Questions? Contact Susanna Parent at parents@archspm.org or 651-291-4411.

Archbishop’s Discernment Retreat 
Begins Friday, Dec. 28, 6:30 p.m.; Concludes Sunday, Dec. 30, 1 p.m.
Christ the King Retreat Center, Buffalo.

The Director of Vocations offers this annual retreat with talks by Archbishop Bernard Hebda. In addition to the talks given by the Archbishop, there will be times of prayer, an opportunity for the Rite of Reconciliation, times of recreation, and plenty of great food. The Archbishop’s Discernment Retreat is for men who are seniors in high school to age 50 and are discerning priesthood. This retreat is a wonderful opportunity to gain clarity in your discernment process and to meet other men who desire to follow Christ and to know his will for their lives. Register online by Dec. 14 at www.10000vocations.org.