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Natural Family Planning (NFP) classes beginning soon 

Classes teach couples the Church approved methods on how to achieve or postpone pregnancy while embracing the beauty of God’s gift of sexuality.  

The Billings Ovulation Method classes will be held on: 

Tuesday, October 6 at St. Michael, St. Michael, MN 

Call 320.248.5892 to register  

The Creighton Ovulation Method will be taught by the Twin Cities FertilityCare Center on: 

Wednesday, September 30, St. Michael, Stillwater 

Monday, October 14 at Our Lady of Grace, Edina 

Tuesday, October 15 at St. John the Baptist, New Brighton 

Monday, October 21 at Lake Life Chiropractic, Chaska 

Tuesday, October 22 at St. John the Baptist, New Brighton 

Register online at www.tcnfp.org 

The Marquette Model Ovulation-Sympto Hormonal Method classes will be held on: 

Tuesday, October 15 - Online 

Friday, October 25 - Online 

Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/109396756644 

The Sympto-Thermal Method will be taught by the Couple to Couple League on: 

Sunday, October 4, Live and Online 

Tuesday, October 6, Live and Online 

Wednesday, October 7, Live and Online 

Thursday, October 8, Live and Online 

Saturday, October 17, Live and Online 

Sunday, October 25, Live and Online 

Register at www.ccli.org 

Española Class 

Tuesday, October 20 at Risen Savior, Burnsville 

Register at santaangelica31@yahoo.com 

For a complete list of classes offered throughout the Archdiocese, visit www.archspm.org/family or call 651-291-4489.  

The Meaning of Trauma: Dissolving Distress and Evolving with Love 
Monday, September 28, 6:30-8 p.m. via Zoom 

Join Integrative Art Therapist Karen Gillespie for a presentation on the causes, effects and symptoms of trauma. The conversation will also include experiential methods to tend to the shock of trauma and offer friends and family insights to increase their understanding and support of trauma survivors. Registration is required. Please email Paula Kaempffer, Outreach Coordinator for Restorative Justice and Abuse Prevention, at kaempfferp@ archspm.org or call 651.291.4429 

SoulCollage Sunday Circles 

Sept. 27, Oct. 18, Nov. 8, and Dec. 13, 2020, 1:30-4 p.m., Online Event 

These four casual afternoons (via Zoom) give participants the time, space and silence they need to create, reflect on their lives, and explore their own inner wisdom. Sessions include spiritual reflection, collage making and creative exercises. No previous experience is necessary. Please register at http://www.benedictinecenter.org. Cost is $25 for an individual session or $80 for all four. 

Heart to Heart  - Exploring Women’s Vocations with Archbishop Hebda 

Virtual Event! – Registration required 

Tuesday, September 29, 6 p.m.    

Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda and Father David Blume, Director of Vocations, invite women, ages 16 – 35, who are discerning consecrated life to join “Heart to Heart!” via Zoom. Join us online for an evening of prayer and testimonies with consecrated women sharing their stories.  Registration is required before September 27 at 10000vocations.org. Heart to Heart is a virtual event that replaces the previously scheduled Miriam Dinner. Questions?  Email stpaulvocations@10000vocations.org or call the Office of Vocations at 651-962-6890. 

Attentive Companions: Spiritual Direction and the Journey with God 

Tuesday, September 29, 7-9 p.m., online 

Register for this informational session about spiritual direction by visiting http://www.benedictinecenter.org. Select this event under “Events & Registration.” The role of a spiritual director is to listen to your concerns, share insights and create a place where you feel safe talking about deep spiritual issues. A companion who listens and helps us listen to ourselves can deepen our ability to hear the voice of God. Geared to those new to spiritual direction and those more experienced who’d like to make the most of each session. Free will offering. 

October Rosary at the Cathedral  

Friday, October 2, 7 p.m., livestreamed from the Cathedral of Saint Paul’s Facebook page 

While the pandemic prevents us from gathering for the annual October Rosary Procession, it cannot keep us from bringing our prayers to our Blessed Mother. Join Archbishop Bernard Hebda and Bishop Andrew Cozzens virtually for Eucharistic Adoration, praying the Rosary, and Benediction. Our Lady, Un-doer of Knots, pray for us. https://www.facebook.com/cathedralsaintpaul/live_videos/ 

Drawn into Friendship: An Interactive Art Retreat 

Friday, October 2, at home retreat hosted by Saint Thomas More Catholic Community, Saint Paul 

Ignatian Spirituality encourages affective experiences in our prayer, and the arts provide a helpful way of moving from our heads to our hearts. We invite you to take part in this interactive art retreat based on the creation story in Genesis, designed to encourage our reflection on our common creation story as well as your own story. This at-home retreat includes 7 days of prayer material and a "creation sketchbook" with prompts for daily sketches. Find out more and sign up at: https://www.morecommunity.org/art-retreat 

Peter’s Pence Collection 

Weekend of October 3 & 4, 2020 

Your gift of support for Peter’s Pence, on the weekend of October 3 and 4, is a gesture of solidarity with Pope Francis and the universal Church. This fund enables the Holy Father to support efforts like humanitarian aid to those suffering from natural disasters and war, assistance to refugees and immigrants, requests for aid from poor dioceses, as well as specific needs of the Holy See. 

On this weekend, please be as generous as you are able through your parish. Or go to www.centerformission.org/contribute/ to contribute online. Thank you. 

The Apparitions of Our Lady: Their Meaning for Us 

Saturday, October 3, 2020, 3:30 p.m., at Our Lady of Peace, 5426 12th Ave. S., Minneapolis 

Anne Marie Strabala, Director of Faith Formation, will present a closer look at some of the Apparitions of Mary, from her first appearance in 40 A.D. to her most recently approved apparition in Rwanda in 1981. Explore the richness of Mary’s influence on the faithful and learn more about her central role in the history of the Catholic Church.  

For those attending in person, masks are required and social distancing procedures will be enforced. Registration is not required. For those who prefer to attend virtually and for those who feel ill or may have been exposed to COVID-19, please contact Anne Marie Strabala (amstrabala@olpmn.org or 612.223.8108) for details on how to join.  More information: http://bit.ly/olpmary. 

Rosary Coast to Coast 2020 

Sunday, October 11, 3-4 p.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 2739 Stinson Blvd. NE, St. Anthony 

All are invited to gather in front of the church and invite friends and family from around the Archdiocese. We will pray the rosary and adore Jesus in the Eucharist at exactly the same time as other participants across the nation. After the rosary, we will process into the church for Benediction and final blessing. Rosary Coast to Coast is inspired by the Rosary on the Border in Poland and the Rosary on the Coast in both Ireland and the UK. Catholics across the country are invited to pray together to call upon God through the powerful intercession of Our Lady of the Rosary to heal our country and return it to holiness. For more information, contact St. Charles at 612-787-1180. www.stchb.org 

Archbishop Flynn Catechetical Institute: School of Discipleship    
Offered in Two Great Ways this Fall—in Person or Online!  
Join over 1,000 students who are now “activated disciples!”  

The experience begins October 13, at the Church of St. Paul in Ham Lake, and participants have the option to join in person, or via Livestream!  

Taught by Jeff Cavins, this course is open to all adults and teaches the basics of discipleship, how to share your faith with confidence, and how to cultivate a deeper life of prayer. In this 7-week course, students become “activated disciples” and embark on a guided 40-day discipleship challenge to help put what they learn into practice. The course culminates on January 16, 2021 with an interactive seminar featuring Jeff Cavins and Dr. Mary Healy, followed by a social gathering, where students share stories of their experience living as activated disciples. The cost for the course, materials, and seminar is $125. For more information visits semssp/ci. 

Sidewalk Counseling Training Seminar 

October 15, 2020, 7-9 p.m. at Church of St. Bonaventure, Bloomington 

Learn how to save babies by peacefully reaching out with love and offering brochures to those entering local abortion facilities. Prayer supporters are also welcome. No charge. Presented by Pro-Life Action Ministries. For more information or to register, contact debra.braun@plam.org or (651) 797-6364. https://plam.org/events/ 

Walking with Moms in Need 

Thursday, October 15 from 10:30 a.m.-2 pm at Guardian Angels, Oakdale 

Walking with Moms in Need, a USCCB initiative, aims to establish parish support networks for pregnant and parenting young moms. Join the Northeast and St. Paul Deaneries Council of Catholic Women in a safe, physically-distanced environment for Prayer, Confessions, Mass and a “Lunch and Learn” panel discussion, also offered virtually. The event is free. Pre-registration is required for both in-person and virtual participation: https://wwminmn.eventbrite.com. 

Our Lady of Peace Pumpkin Patch 

October 17 – 30, noon-7 p.m. Daily at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 5426 12th Ave. S., Minneapolis 

Come buy your pumpkins for this autumn from our selection of over 1500 pumpkins and enjoy warm cider, lawn games, crafts, and more with your neighbors and the surrounding community. We will have events for all ages from infants to adults so bring your friends, family, neighbors, co-workers, and that person you bumped into at the grocery store last week! Visit olpmn.org/pumpkinpatch for more information about the Pumpkin Patch including a Schedule of Special Events! 

Praying with the Psalms 

October 20, 2020, 7-9 p.m. on Zoom, hosted by the Benedictine Center 

Participants will learn to pray the psalms in a new way, which can give them insights into God and themselves; and can deepen their relationship with the Divine. The evening includes a teaching, praying techniques and time for reflection, silence and sharing. Cost: $25. http://www.benedictinecenter.org 

At-Home Ignatian Retreat for Women 

Beginning October 22, 2020, online, hosted by Saint Thomas More Catholic Community 

Have you ever been curious about Ignatian prayer? This virtual retreat for women will include 4 video lessons—1 for each week of the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. Participants may move through the “weeks” at their own pace and will have the opportunity to take part in a virtual gathering afterward to share experiences, ask questions, and make comments. This format will be equally beneficial to those who are new to Ignatian retreats and to those who have made retreats annually for years! All women are welcome! Visit: https://www.morecommunity.org/womens-retreat 

What Crisis Teaches: A Benedictine Perspective 

October 22, 2020, 9-11 a.m. on Zoom, hosted by St. Paul’s Monastery 

Based on the belief that conversation has the power to inspire and transform, participants will explore what they are learning from the COVID-19 pandemic through the prism of St. Benedict’s call to attentiveness, listening and conversion of life. They may not find answers but may tap into the power of values that keep them centered. Free event. http://www.benedictinecenter.org 

CCRO 2020 Fall Conference 

October 24, 2020, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. at All Saints Catholic Church in Lakeville 

The Catholic Charismatic Renewal Office is presenting a Fall Conference, New Growth in the Holy Spirit, Saturday all day and a 7 pm evening healing service open to all. Fr. Mathias Thelen will be leading the conference. He is the president of Encounter Ministries that has been instrumental in leading people from all over on a deep encounter with Jesus through the power of the Holy Spirit. Fr. Brian Gross from the Diocese of Bismarck, ND, will also be speaking. Recording artist and All Saints very-own Teresa Peterson will be leading music. If you wish to join us on site, seating is limited. Call 763-571-5314 or visit ccro-msp.org for more details on how to register. 

Created to Believe: Called to Motherhood  

Join a group Fall 2020 

Being a mom is hard and knowing you're not alone on the journey makes a huge difference! Do you sometimes wonder about who you are as a woman, wife, and mother? Do you desire strong friendships with other moms just like you? When you enter into "Created to Believe: Called to Motherhood" as part of The Cana Experience, you will more deeply know who you are in the light of your Catholic faith and be equipped with practical tools that can be applied right away in your marriage and with your children. To find a group near you and learn more about joining The Cana Experience with other mothers of young children this Fall 2020, visit canafamilyinstitute.com or contact Cathy at cathy@canafamilyinstitute.com.   

Restorative Justice Groups 

These groups are open to all victim/survivors. For more information and details for attending the virtual meetings, visit www.archspm.org/healing. Questions? Contact Paula Kaempffer, Outreach Coordinator for Restorative Justice and Abuse Prevention, 651-291-4429. 

Victim/Survivor Support Group for those Abused by Clergy as Adults 

First Monday of each month, 6:30-8 p.m. online via ZOOM. 

Support Group for Relatives or Friends of Victims of Clergy Sexual Abuse 

Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30-8 p.m. online via ZOOM. 

Victim/Survivor Support Group 

Third Monday of each month, 6:30-8 p.m. online via ZOOM. 

Survivor Peace Circle 

Third Wednesday of each month, 6:30 – 8 p.m. online via Zoom. 

Support Group for Men who have been Sexually Abused by Clergy/Religious 

Fourth Wednesday of each month, 6:30-8 p.m. online via ZOOM.  

Ways to Watch/Listen to Mass  
Although Mass is no longer suspended, many of the faithful way wish to continue to tune into Mass remotely. In fact, at high risk or over 65 are encouraged to remain home. For ways to watch or listen to Mass, visit archspm.org/live. Use this prayer to make a Spiritual Communion. Where that is not an option, it would be appropriate to pray the Liturgy of the Hours or the Rosary. 

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For the latest on Church news and the Catholic take on news around the world, subscribe to The Catholic Spirit or give a subscription as a gift. You can receive The Catholic Spirit, the official newspaper of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis for free by contacting your parish office! Questions or story ideas? Contact us at CatholicSpirit@archspm.org. 

Pray for COVID-19 Anointing Corps, Patients, Families and Medical Support Teams 

Parishioners across the Archdiocese are invited to prayerfully support those who are suffering most intensely, usually in sterile isolation, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Text archspm-anointing to 55321 or visit eva.us/archspm-anointing to receive a text each time a COVID-19 Anointing Corps Priest is dispatched to give the Last Rites. Upon receipt of the text, those in this ministry commit to take a moment to pray: 

·         One Our Father for the patient who is in danger of death, as they prepare to meet our Heavenly Father face-to-face; 

·         One Hail Mary for the patient’s family and friends, asking the Blessed Mother, Our Lady of Sorrows, to intercede to comfort them; and 

·         One Glory Be in thanksgiving for the priest and for his protection, as well as the medical team attending to the patient. 

For more ways to pray for those affected by COVID-19, visit archspm.org/covid19prayers. 

Prayers and Support for Health Care Workers  
Health care workers: Catholic faithful throughout the archdiocese are dedicated to praying for you! Visit archspm.org/covid19prayers to submit a prayer request. On this page, you may also sign up for a weekly email, watch encouraging videos, and find resources for support.  
    
Want to join in praying for health care workers? Commit to daily prayer for health care workers by texting archspm-healthcare to 55321 or signing up at eva.us/archspm-healthcare. You will receive a weekly message with a link to names of health care workers to keep in your prayers. 

Women Entering Religious Life 

We would like to understand how many women in the Archdiocese are entering  (or have entered) a religious order in the year 2020.  If you are aware of a woman from a parish in the Archdiocese entering Religious Life during the year 2020 please let us know!  Also please forward our contact information to them and ask them to contact us.   We will include them on our website and ask people to support them in prayer.