Catechetical Institute: School of Discipleship Tuesdays, Feb. 11-Mar. 18, St. Mary, Stillwater Two thousand years ago, Jesus gave us a new normal — to follow Him. Today, you can know Him intimately and enter His mission like never before! In this 7-week course taught by Jeff Cavins, participants experience what it means to follow the Lord. It includes a 40-day Discipleship Challenge that will take place during Lent and a follow-up Activated Disciple Seminar with Dr. Mary Healy on May 17. Find more information and registration at cistudent.com/the-experience. School of Charism Discovery Tuesdays, Feb. 11-Apr. 1, 7-9 p.m., Our Lady of Grace, Edina Father Michael Becker, vicar of charisms, is hosting the School of Charism Discovery, a 10-week course which includes lectures and practicum. The goal is to learn about the Holy Spirit’s charisms gifted to the Body of Christ and for participants to discover which charism(s) God is gifting to them. Find more information and registration at archspm.org/school-of-charism-discovery. Vianney Visit – flyer Thursday, Feb. 13-Saturday, Feb. 15, Saint John Vianney College Seminary, St. Paul The Vianney Visit is for Catholic men, high school sophomores through college-aged men who have not completed undergraduate studies (up to age 24). This event provides a closer look at college seminary life. You will hear testimonies from current seminarians, attend spiritual conferences with SJV priests, pray with the community, and tour the University of St. Thomas. You may also have the option to meet individually with priests on staff or the rector. Find more information and registration at sjvseminary.org/visit-the-seminary. The Psychology of Grooming: Part III: Offender Typologies Monday, Feb. 24, 6:30-8 p.m., virtual In this third and final presentation in the series on grooming we will finally look at what grooming is. We will look at the stages of the grooming process, and the mindset of offenders as they engage in grooming behaviors, and the thoughts and emotions that their victims often feel along the way. This will lead to a discussion of victim blaming where we will consider some of the most common biological and evolutionary factors which bias and predispose families and other social institutions towards the heinous and perverse act of placing blame and suspicion on victims rather than on perpetrators where it properly belongs. Find more information and registration at archspm.org/the-psychology-of-grooming-part-iii-offender-typologies. Andrew Dinner – flyer Tuesday, Feb. 25, 6-8 p.m., Archdiocesan Catholic Center, St. Paul The Andrew Dinner is an opportunity for men, ages 16 - 50, who are interested in learning more about the priesthood. The dinner is hosted by Archbishop Bernard Hebda and Father Mark Pavlak, vocation director. The evening includes prayer, dinner and conversation with vocations testimonies on priesthood and religious life. It is typical for a pastor, deacon, religious or youth minister to accompany each discerning guest. Registration deadline is Friday, January 21. Find more information and registration at 10000vocations.org. Day on the Hill Thursday, Feb. 27, 8:30 a.m., Central Presbyterian Church to State Capitol, St. Paul Interested in joining people from faith communities around the state to share their values with our elected officials? Join the Joint Religious Legislative Coalition (JRLC) Day on the Hill! The day will begin at Central Presbyterian Church with fellowship, speakers, learning about JRLC’s policy priorities and advocacy tips before heading up the hill to the Capitol for more programming in the Rotunda and visits with your lawmakers. Don’t miss this incredible day of interfaith advocacy for social justice! Find more information and registration at https://www.jrlc.org/day_on_the_hill_2025. Primer Congreso de Mujeres Católicas Latinas – Ve la invitación aquí Mujeres de Esperanza: Sembrando fe y transformando vidas Sábado 1 de Marzo, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., St. Olaf, Minneapolis Celebremos juntas 11 años de recorder el Día Internacional de la Mujer. Conferencista Principal: Kathia Arango, directora del Ministerio Hispano de la Arquidiócesis de Filadelfia y coordinadora del Consejo Latinoamericano de la Renovación Carismática Católica. Costo: $30. Regístrate aquí: archspm.org/mujeres-catolicas-latinas Double Feature with Jason Evert – flyer Sunday, Mar. 9, 2-6 p.m., St. Michael, Farmington Let's come together to discover the beauty of God's plan for human love. A life-changing event for teens & adults (ages13+) with Eucharistic adoration, reconciliation and free resources. Find more information and registration at chastity.com/purified. St. Patrick’s Day Mass Monday, Mar. 17, 9:30 a.m., Cathedral of Saint Paul, St. Paul The Ancient Order of Hibernians invites everyone to celebrate a Mass in honor of St. Patrick. Leaders in the local Irish community will vest and process, and priests who wish to concelebrate should be in the sacristy by 9 a.m. Refreshments will follow Mass in the Cathedral basement, and of course the St. Patricks’ Day parade begins at noon in downtown St. Paul. Sláinte!
A Biblical Walk Through the Mass with Dr. Edward Sri – flyer Friday, Mar. 21, 6-8 p.m., Station 10 Pub House, St. Paul Young adults are invited to this social, cocktail hour and presentation with Dr. Edward Sri. 2025 Men’s Conference: Men of Christ – Strengthened by His Real Presence – flyer Saturday, Mar. 22, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Epiphany, Coon Rapids This year’s Catholic Watchmen Conference will begin with Mass with Archbishop Hebda and Bishop Kenney at 8 a.m. Dr. Edward Sri will be the keynote speaker. Find more information and registration at archspm.org/2025-mens-conference-men-of-christ-strengthened-by-his-real-presence. Deacon Discernment Day Saturday, Apr. 26, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., The Saint Paul Seminary, St. Paul If you are considering a vocation as a permanent deacon, your first step is to attend a Deacon Discernment Day. Discerners and their wives (if applicable) will learn about the vocation of the permanent deacon and The Saint Paul Seminary Institute for Diaconate Formation. Find more information and registration at saintpaulseminary.org/event/deacon-discernment-day-spring-2025. ARCHDIOCESAN ANNOUNCEMENTS Stop Discrimination Against Nonpublic School Students The governor’s proposed budget defunds essential services to non-public schools, such as busing, textbooks, nursing, and counseling that support students regardless of their school choice. Take action by telling your state legislators to protect student's rights: mncatholic.org/action_23393
Archdiocesan Catholic High School Guide The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis is pleased to release a new resource for families seeking an excellent secondary education for their children: the Catholic High School Guide. Whether you’re new to Catholic education or already have children in a Catholic school, in the guide you’ll find profiles of the Archdiocese’s 16 Catholic high schools, a list of schools by city, a helpful research checklist and more. To access the Catholic High School Guide, visit spmcatholicschools.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Catholic-High-School-Guide.web_.pdf#view=TwoPage. National Eucharistic Revival: Stay connected with the movement! For beautiful reflections and resources on the Eucharist, as well as updates on the Revival, subscribe to receive the “Heart of the Revival” weekly newsletter at eucharisticrevival.org. Pope’s monthly prayer intention – For vocations to the priesthood and religious life Month of February Let us pray that the ecclesial community might welcome the desires and doubts of those young people who feel a call to serve Christ's mission in the priesthood and religious life.
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LOCAL EVENTS TeenFEMM Course Thursday, Feb. 6, 13 and 27, 6-8 p.m., Elevate Life, Bloomington, $20/mom and daughter pair Elevate Life is offering a 3 part teenFEMM course for 8th grade girls and their moms/guardians. During these three sessions participants will learn the connection between hormones and health, how to track their cycles, positive lifestyle decisions, and much more! Email nurse@elevatelifeusa.org with any questions. First Friday Adoration at the Capitol – flyer,social media image First Fridays, Feb.-May, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Minnesota State Capitol, St. Paul Join in Eucharistic Adoration for any amount of time from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. in the Governor’s Dining Room located on the lower level of the Minnesota State Capitol (B420). RSVP or drop-in! Find registration, parking information and further details at mncatholic.org/events.
Cursillo Men's Weekend 391 Thursday, Feb. 13-Sunday, Feb. 17, Sts. Peter and Paul, Loretto The Cursillo way and its method are endorsed and encouraged by the Catholic Church. A Cursillo weekend is an opportunity to step away from the daily grind and set aside time to nourish your spirit. This encounter with Christ offers an opportunity to expand your prayer life, grow in your faith, and learn about a method to keep your faith journey vibrant within a supportive Christian community. Find more information and registration at tc-cursillo.org/Weekend-General-Info. Teaching Mass Retreat Saturday, Feb. 15, 10 a.m., St. Bridget, Minneapolis Do you want to know and understand and experience the Mass? Father Michael Joncas, one of our beloved priests in the archdiocese, will be the facilitator. Investment Conference Catholic Community Foundation Wednesday, Feb. 19, 7:15-10:30 a.m., The Club at Golden Valley, Golden Valley This event is for people who want to better understand the world of Catholic investing and philanthropy. You’ll gain perspective on the 2025 economic outlook. And you’ll learn how CCF stewards nearly $667 million of charitable assets on behalf of its many donors to meet the needs of our local community. Find more information and registration at ccf-mn.org/event/2025-investment-conference. Cursillo Women's Weekend 392 Thursday, Feb. 20-Sunday, Feb. 23, Sts. Peter and Paul, Loretto The Cursillo way and its method are endorsed and encouraged by the Catholic Church. A Cursillo weekend is an opportunity to step away from the daily grind and set aside time to nourish your spirit. This encounter with Christ offers an opportunity to expand your prayer life, grow in your faith, and learn about a method to keep your faith journey vibrant within a supportive Christian community. Find more information and registration at tc-cursillo.org/Weekend-General-Info. Saint Joseph Business Guild: On Localism – flyer Thursday, Feb. 20, 5-8:45 p.m., Holy Family, St. Louis Park Join members and visitors to the Saint Joseph Business Guild for dinner, prayer, networking, and a stirring presentation from local Chesterton luminary, Dale Ahlquist, on the topic of localism. Find more information and registration at sjbusinessguild.com/events/quarterly-dinner-meeting-on-localism-w-dale-ahlquist. Center for Catholic Social Thought Spring 2025 Speaker Series – flyer Thursdays, Feb. 20-Mar. 13, 6:30 p.m., Assumption, St. Paul Land and Labor, City and Homestead: Working Towards a Local Economy How can small farms, urban homesteads, crafts, gardens, chickens, good work, and local economies help us build stronger communities and be better Christians? Find the full list of topics and speakers at catholicsocialthought.org/spring-2025-speaker-series. Chapter Two Marriage Prep Retreat – flyer Saturday, Feb. 22, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., St. Paul, Ham Lake The Chapter Two Retreat, serving the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis and surrounding dioceses, is for couples where one or both are entering into a second marriage due to the death of a spouse or divorce (where an annulment has been granted). This retreat has been designed and is led by couples in a second marriage who are able to share and talk to many unique challenges and opportunities, allowing you to be more prepared to enter the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony. Find more information and registration at churchofsaintpaul.com/chapter-2-marriage-retreat. Guiding Star Wakota Grow with Us Gala – flyer Saturday, Feb. 22, 5:30 p.m., Inwood Oaks, Oakdale Celebrate with emcee Matt Birk, inspiring stories, auctions, and honorees Dr. Tim & Midge Hernandez. Cocktail hour at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. Come strengthen families and protect life. More at guidingstarwakota.org/gala. Connect with a Cause: Saint Paul's Outreach Tuesday, Feb. 25, Noon-12:30 p.m., Virtual Connect with a Cause is an educational webinar format spotlighting organizations working in one of CCF’s three mission areas: spiritual, educational, and social. These events elevate pressing needs in our community and connect attendees to organizations working to address those needs. In this webinar, learn about Saint Paul's Outreach's (SPO) mission and ministry and how you can support its work. Find more information and registration at ccf-mn.org/events/connect. WINE: Catholic Women’s Conference Saturday, Mar. 1, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., St. Bartholomew, Wayzata The 10th annual WINE: Women's Conference, "Laboring Joyfully: A Decade in the Vineyard," begins at 8 a.m. with Mass and includes inspirational talks, faith-filled entertainment, opportunities for confession, adoration, shopping, and prayer with a prayer team, along with tons of laughter, a fabulous lunch, more shopping, CHOCOLATE, and a fun raffle. An optional "Gathering in the Vineyard," Friday, Feb. 28, will unite women passionate about living out the New Evangelization. (Space is limited) Find more information and registration at catholicvineyard.com/index.php/event/mar-1-2025-wine-conference-wayzata-mn. Purified and Gender & the Theology of Your Body with Jason Evert Sunday, Mar. 2, 6-9:15 p.m., St. Vincent de Paul, Brooklyn Park Get answers to life’s tough questions about love, dating, and relationships. This double feature event includes Purified and Gender and the Theology of Your Body, Eucharistic Adoration and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The combination transforms a couple of talks into a retreat for the family, allowing them to encounter the source of purity, healing, and renewal, Jesus Christ. The evening also includes free resources for attendees! Find more information and buy tickets here.
Mind, Body and Spirit Series: Healthcare from a Catholic Perspective Women Walking on the Journey Together Tuesday, Mar. 4, 7-8:30 p.m., St. John Neumann, Eagan Presenters Clare Joyce, BSN, RN; Hallie Rogers, PCD (DONA), CLC, CLEC; and Alice Schwantes, FCP will walk with women through healthy ovulation (bringing healthy mind and body), pre-pregnancy, pregnancy and postpartum. Hormone coaching, what to expect emotionally and physically during the sacred time of pregnancy, birthing classes, the role of a doula, and lactation consulting will be among the topics discussed. Guiding Star Wakota will also have an information table onsite. Find more information at sjn.org/pastoral-care.
Ham It Up Bingo Friday, Mar. 28, 6-9 p.m., St. Odilia, Shoreview Come and share a good time with your family and friends at the annual St. Odilia “Ham It Up” Bingo! Play to win a ham, cash, and other prizes. Concessions and game sheet sales begin at 6 p.m., popcorn, nachos, Culver’s custard, drinks etc. available. The first game will begin at 6:30 p.m. A fun night for the entire family! Visit stodilia.org for more information. Catholic Charismatic Renewal Office Spring Conference: "... in the Upper Room” – flyer Saturday, Mar. 29, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Mary, Mother of the Church, Burnsville Come and reflect on the Upper Room. The Upper Room - a place of prayer and miracles, a gathering place where Jesus instituted and gave us the Eucharist. It is here that Jesus invites Thomas to touch his wounds and believe, It is the gathering place of the Disciples as they wondered what was next and awaited the Holy Spirit. And it is from this place they were sent forth emboldened to proclaim the Good News. Presenters for the day are Father Michael Becker and Father Tom Margevicius. Find more information and registration at universe.com/events/-in-the-upper-room-tickets-WSJ0N2. Mind, Body and Spirit Series: Healthcare from a Catholic Perspective Women Walking on the Journey Together Tuesday, Apr. 1, 7-8:30 p.m., St. John Neumann, Eagan Connecting with God, in whose image all are made, helps women recognize the beauty and sacredness of their own bodies. Unhealthy and damaging cultural lies will be addressed as we focus on loving ourselves unconditionally just as we are called to love others. Presenters Melissa Johnson, LMFT and Ashley Sandholm, MS, RDN will also explore the world of eating disorders: What are they? How can you recognize them? And how to move forward. Find more information at sjn.org/pastoral-care.
ONGOING ARCHDIOCESAN PROGRAMMING
Survivor Support Groups The following support groups for victim/survivors are currently meeting and open to all victim/survivors in the United States. Learn more at archspm.org/healing or contact Paula Kaempffer, coordinator of restorative practices and survivor support for the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, at 651-291-4429.
Victim/Survivor Support Group for Those Who Were Adults When They Were Sexually Harmed by Clergy — First Mondays
Men’s Healing/Discussion Circle — First Mondays
Support Group for Family, Relatives or Friends of Victims of Clergy Sexual Abuse — Second Mondays
SNAP Support Groups (Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests) — Second Saturdays
Victim/Survivor Support Group for Anyone Who Has Experienced Sexual Abuse by Clergy or Others in Their Lives — Third Mondays
Peace Circle — Third Tuesdays
Communion Ministry for Victim/Survivors If you are a victim/survivor who would like to receive Communion but cannot come to church, the Eucharist can be brought directly to you, by a victim/survivor. Find out more: safe-environment.archspm.org/communion-ministry/
Natural Family Planning (NFP) Classes teach couples the Church-approved methods on how to achieve or postpone pregnancy while embracing the beauty of God’s gift of sexuality. For a complete list of classes offered throughout the Archdiocese, visit archspm.org/family or call 651-291-4489.