Feed My Starving Children - Mobile Pack Event

January 18 - 25 (Various Shifts Available)

Calvary Lutheran Church, 7502 Golden Valley Rd
 

Join the hundreds of volunteers who come together to pack nutritious meals for children worldwide.  To register visit calvary.org/serving-opportunities/feed-my-starving-children/ or email Dawn Dresser at: ddresser@calvary.org.

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9 Days for Life (Repect Life Event)

January 21 through January 29

Sign Up Today to Receive Electronic Messaging!

 

9 Days for Life is a multi-faceted novena for the respect and protection of human life. Each day, a different intention is accompanied by a short reflection, suggested actions, and     related information. Sign up to receive the novena by email, text message, or an app at www.9daysforlife.com.

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Maple Grove Mayhem - Youth Lock-in

Friday/Saturday, January 24/25, Overnight Event
Maple Grove Community Center

Early Bird Discount Thru Jan 15!  Registration Information
 

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Funeral Pre-Planning Information Session

Saturday, January 25, Parish Center, 9:30a - 11:30a

REGISTER:  763-544-3352  FREE/No Obligation
 

Taking care of funeral service details in advance before the time of need arises is a gift to your family.  Establishing details such as to the type of funeral service (music, flowers, venue, guest list, etc.), cemetery options, and parish liturgy planning are all decisions that can be made now and presented to those who will need to manage the details at a later time.  Sponsored by St. Joseph Catholic Community.  Presented by Catholic Cemeteries, come learn about the process and ask questions.

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Empty Bowls Events

January 25 through February 20

Various Locations


Support PRISM and local food shelves who serve families who live in our community.  Click the picture to find out more and how to get involved including a FREE Community Bowl Making/Glazing event, Pottery classes, and Wine Tasting and Dinner at Nonna Rosa's.

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New and Prospective Member Brunch

Sunday, January 26
Parish Center, St. Francis Fireside Lounge 11:00a - 12:00p
Child Care Provided:  9:45a - 12:30p

We invite all members who have registered with St. Joseph in the last 6 months, as well as those who may be interested in becoming a St. Joseph parishioner, to a light brunch and social.  Our Parish Pastoral Council will welcome you to our community and there will be opportunities to meet new people, learn about St. Joseph activities and groups, and how to stay connected.  Please join us!  RSVP via the "New Member Brunch RSVP" located on the I AM NEW tile on www.stjosephparish.com..

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50's+ Singles Monthly Dinner & Event

Sunday, January 26, 5:00p - 8:00p

Parish Center, $10


Mr. Church is the story of a unique friendship that develops when a little girl and dying mother retain the services of a talented cook, Henry Joseph Church (Eddie Murphy). What begins as a six month arrangement instead spans 15 years and creates a family bond that lasts forever. This is a movie based on a true friendship. Movie starts at 6:00p;

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CPR Training - SAVE A LIFE!

Wednesday and Saturdays, January 26 through March 16
(One Hour Sessions Available)

Plymouth; One-Hour; Registration Required - FREE

Adopt a life-saving New Year’s resolution – take a free one-hour CPR training course through Heart Safe Plymouth. Open to teenagers and adults who are interested in learning to help save lives. Learn hands-only CPR – chest compressions without mouth-to-mouth breaths – and how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Clic Pic to register.

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Grief Support Group

Mondays, January 27 through Easter

Parish Center, Rm 2, 7:00p - 8:30p, Come Any Time


This group is facilitated by Pat Goetz, for adults who have experienced the loss of loved ones. We learn information about the grieving process, share memories and feelings in a confidential setting, and receive care and support from others who are grieving.  For more information, contact Pat at 763-544-3352.

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Centering Prayer

Tuesdays, January 28 through May, 2020

7:00a - 7:30a, Historic Little Church


Begin your day listening to scripture and pausing with reflection.  All are welcome to join us on Tuesdays.

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Eucharistic Adoration

Tuesday, January 28, 8:30a - 5:30p

Parish Center Chapel


All are invited to come when you can and pray before the Blessed Sacrament to adore the One present to us in the Eucharist.  The graces dispensed by God help us grow in holiness by our presence during the time of adoration. 

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Synod Listening Session with Archbishop Hebda

Tuesday, January 28, 6:00p - 9:00p

Pax Christi Catholic Community, Eden Prairie


Come share your ideas on what is working in the church and what is not.  Help Archbishop Hebda develop a strategic plan to improve the operations of the Catholic Church. See https://www.stjosephparish.com/synod-2021 for additional information and listening sessions.

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Stephen Ministry Training

Saturday, January 30,  7:00p, Parish Center





Stephen Ministry is a lay care giving ministry that supplements pastoral care.  The program teaches lay persons to provide one on one listening and presence for individuals who request support. The confidential care giver and care receiver relationship usually conducted by weekly visits may continue as long as needed.  he purpose is always care and compassion for people for people managing the struggles of life. Trainees gather from our parish and St. Joseph the Worker to learn and pray together.  If you feel God is calling you in this direction, contact Pat Goetz at 763-535-2625 or pgoetz@stjosephparish.com.  

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Cana Parish and School Seminar

Thursday, January 30, 1:00p - 2:30p OR 7:00p - 8:30p

Cana Family Institute, 7301 Bass Lake Rd, Crystal

The Cana Experience gives parents the opportunity to grow closer to God, their spouse and their children while meeting with other parents who want the same things as them - to raise great kids and have a strong and fulfilling arriage,  canafamilyinstitute.com/events  
RSVP:  Cathy at 763-391-0205 or cathy@canafamilyinstitute.com. 

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Spanish Bible Study & Prayer Group

Thursday, January 30, 6:30p - 7:30p, Parish Center




Come pray and study the Bible in Spanish with United in Christ!  The group will meet twice a month at St. Joseph's.  This is a free study and prayer group for the whole family.  Come when you can, no registration necessary.

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Newly Married Retreat - Living in Love

Saturday, February 1, 9a - 3:30p

St. Peter's Church, Mendota


A day for all couples married 0-7 years. Join us for lively presentations with practical, relevant, and inspirational examples from the creators, Brad and Libby, that will open up conversations for you and your spouse. Living in Love provides an extraordinary opportunity for married couples to reconnect with their own love history through private couple time, brief communal prayers, and a renewal of vows. There is no large group discussion or open sharing. Cost is $40 per couple and includes a course book, light breakfast and a catered lunch. Register by January 28 at www.archspm.org/nmr or call 651-291-4488. 

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St. Joseph Cana Dinner Celebration
Saturday, February 1, 5:30p - 9:30p, Parish Center
Child Care Provided:  4:15p - 9:30p
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$50 Couple / $25 Individual (through January 16)
$60 Couple / $30 Individual (January 17 on)

We invite you to St. Joseph's Annual Cana Dinner to celebrate and reflect on married life, renew vows, and enjoy an evening of appetizers, dinner and entertainment with others. Just as Christ was a guest at Cana, we are all guests at the banquet table. The program will be led by Father Terry Rassmussen. Gluten Free and Vegetarian Dinners are offered and event is open to all – married couples, engaged, single, widowed, parishioner and non-parishioner.

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Cenacle of Prayer for Priests

February 2 and Every First Sunday of Each Month
8:30a - 9:45p, Parish Center Eucharistic Chapel


Come together before the 10:00 am mass to pray with us to build a spiritual reservoir of grace for priests and seminarians and their challenges and needs.

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First Friday - Liturgy & Luncheon

Friday, February 7, 11:00a Mass

Luncheon Following, Parish Center


Retired seniors gather for daily mass, followed by a fellowship luncheon.  Bring a dessert or something to share as you are able.  All are welcome!

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Young Adult Winter Ski Weekend

February 7 - 9

Cascade Resort and Lutsen Mountain Ski Resort


In the spirit of St. John Paul II, Into the Deep invites you to join Fr. Aric Aamodt and Jen Messing for a 3-day winter getaway. This event will bring together young adults from around the Twin Cities area and beyond to share common interests, good conversation, and time away from electronics. Casual talks about our Catholic faith and the Theology of the Body, as well as daily Mass and Eucharistic Adoration, will be included in our time together. Participants may choose from an "a la carte" menu of activities on Saturday & Sunday: downhill skiing (free instruction will be available), snowboarding, XC skiing, snowshoeing, or lounging. Contact Jen at info@idretreats.org or 612-226-5637. Visit idretreats.org.

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Parent's Night Out

Saturday, Feburary 8,  5:30p - 10:00p, Parish Center




Once a month, a chance for parents to have a Saturday evening out while knowing their child(ren) are being watched in a safe and caring environment from 5:30-10 pm. We play games, have a small snack, story time and have a lot of fun in the church's child care center and Youth Lounge. Contributions to Parent's Night Out help support our High School Youth Mission trips.  See website for other Parent's Night Out dates through May 2020!

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NCYC Stockholders Appreciation Breakfast

Saturday, February 8

Parish Center, By Invite Only


NCYC Stockholders who contributed $50 or more to send our youth to the 2019 National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) in Indianapolis, are invited to an appreciation breakfast and will hear the life changing experiences from the attendees.

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Synod Listening Session with Archbishop Hebda

Tuesday, February 11, 6:00p - 9:00p

Providence Academy, Plymouth


Come share your ideas on what is working in the church and what is not.  Help Archbishop Hebda develop a strategic plan to improve the operations of the Catholic Church. See  https://www.stjosephparish.com/synod-2021 for additional information and listening sessions.

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St. Joseph Parish Directory Photo Session

Wednesday, February 12

Registration:  tinyurl.com/sjccdirectory


All registered Parishioners are encouraged to have their picture taken!  Those who attend will receive a FREE photo session, FREE 8x10 photo, and a FREE printed Parish Directory (no purchase necessary!).  Pictures will be taken by Lifetouch photography and members can purchase additional prints and packages if desired.  See the website for additional information.  

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St. John's University Theology Day

The Journey of Loss and Grief

Thursday, February 13, 6:00p - 9:00p
St. Joseph the Worker, Maple Grove

All are invited to attend an evening with Kathleen A. Cahalan, Ph.D.  When Jesus’ friend Lazarus dies, the Gospel of John tells us that “Jesus wept” (John 11:35). We experience many losses in our lives and the death of someone we love is just one of them. We also lose relationships, roles, bodily functions, and communities. Grief is a normal response to loss, yet grief is chaotic and hard, so much so that we want to avoid it. But grief is the only way through loss. How can we better understand the journey of grief and how to take it in a faithful way? How does God call us to grieve and, finally, from our grief? There is no cost; refreshments are provided, free-will offering appreciated. 
Registration Required:  www.collegevilleMN.com/theologyday or 320-363-3560

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Women's Day of Reflection

Saturday, February 15, 8:00a, $15

St. Alphonsus Church, Brooklyn Center

The St. Alphonsus CCW is hosting a women's day of spiritual growth and reflection. Well-known and award-winning author Liz Kelly will be the day's speaker. The title of her talk is "He Knows You By Heart." The day begins with Mass at 8 a.m., followed by a light breakfast, Liz's talk, rosary and benediction and lunch. Confession and adoration will also be available. Tickets are only $15 and includes breakfast and lunch. For more information, contact Jean Stalberger at 763-424-8774 or jstalberger720@yahoo.com

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Victim / Survivor Support Group

Monday, February 17 at 6:30p - 8:30p
(3rd Mondays of the Month)

Maple Grove Public Library, Room 105

Join with other victims/survivors of sexual abuse who share a similar experience and who want to provide each other with support, affirmation, hope, and empowerment. This group is about providing a safe, confidential environment for those who want to heal from the trauma of sexual abuse. We never heal in isolation from one another. We can help in our own healing and benefit from the experience of others in accomplishing this. Contact Paula Kaempffer, Outreach Coordinator for Restorative Justice and Abuse Prevention, 651-291-4429.

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St. Joseph Lenten Renew Kick Off Dinner

Wednesday, February 19, 5:30p - 7:30p

For Lenten Renew Registered Members


Lenten Renew is an opportunity to reflect on weekly scripture readings in a small group setting. This year we will focus on Matthew, who will show us that Jesus is the True Master who affirms the values of the Old Testament. Last year, over 200 participants engaged in this traditional St. Joseph program!  All interested participants are asked to register online or via hard copy by February 2.  See www.stjosephparish.com/lenten-renewal for registration information. Kickoff dinner for all registered Lenten Renew participants will be Wednesday, February 19 at 5:30p at the Parish Center. This is a great opportunity to meet with your group, enjoy a hot meal and pick up your Lenten Renewal materials.

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Feed My Starving Children - Mobile Pack Event

February 19 - 23

Egan Company, Champlin
 

Join the hundreds of volunteers who come together to pack nutritious meals for children worldwide.  Click the Mobile Pack picture or here to signup or contact Jason at 763-544-3352, x118 or jwittak@stjosephparish.com.

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2020 WINE:  Catholic Women's Conference

Friday, February 21, 6:30p - 9:30p
Saturday, February 22, 8:30a - 3:30p

Our Lady of Grace, Edina

Space for 200 women is available for a Gathering in the Vineyard on Friday, February 21. This extension of the conference, will bring together women passionate about living out the New Evangelization. Includes dinner, praise and worship, networking, entertainment, the music of His Own, and a few surprises. $100 for Friday Social Gathering & Saturday conference before Feb. 1, $150 after. For more information and to register, visit WINEconference.org.

Please join us for this year’s conference Saturday, February 22 with opening Mass celebrated by Archbishop Bernard Hebda, inspiring talks by Dr. Mary Healy and Dr. Carol Razza, and the music of His Own. There will be opportunities for Confession, adoration, shopping, and to pray with prayer teams, along with a lot of laughter, a fabulous lunch, chocolate, and door prizes. $55 before Feb. 1, $70 after.

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Ash Wednesday Masses

Wednesday, February 26, Parish Center

8:30a and 7:00p Masses; 12:00p Ashes Service
 

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St. John's University Theology Day

Spiritual Direction: The Bible and the Modern World

Thursday, March 5, 6:00p - 9:00p
Pax Christi Church, Eden Prairie

All are invited to attend an evening with Vincent Smiles, Ph.D., Professor of Theology in the Department of Theology of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University.  There is no cost; refreshments are provided, free-will offering appreciated.
Registration Required:  www.collegevilleMN.com/theologyday or 320-363-3560.  

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St. John's University Theology Day

Angels and Demons:   What do Scripture and Tradition Say About Them?

Thursday, March 5, 6:00p - 9:00p
Saint Frances Cabrini Church, Minneapolis

All are invited to attend an evening with Fr. Michael Patella, OSB, Professor of New Testament at Saint John's University and its School of Theology and Seminary in Collegeville.  There is no cost; refreshments are provided, free-will offering appreciated.
Registration Required:  www.collegevilleMN.com/theologyday or 320-363-3560.  

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Synod Listening Session with Archbishop Hebda

Tuesday, March 14, 9:00s - 12:00p (Spanish/English)

St. Alphonsus Church, Brooklyn Center


Come share your ideas on what is working in the church and what is not.  Help Archbishop Hebda develop a strategic plan to improve the operations of the Catholic Church. See https://www.stjosephparish.com/synod-2021 for additional information and listening sessions.

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An Evening With Father Bill

Wednesday, March 18 at 7:00p - 8:30p

Parish Center, Room 3

All are Welcome - Drop in!


There is interest and need for Pope Francis to call for a 3rd Vatican Council to deal with the unfinished business of Vatican 2 - namely birth control, married clergy and women's role in the church. Are these issues that will bring healing and more life in our church?

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2020 Archdiocesan Men's Conference

Saturday, March 28, 9:00a - 3:00p - SAVE THE DATE!

St. Thomas Academy, Mendota Heights

Men are invited to save the date for the annual Archdiocesan Men’s Conference at St. Thomas Academy, "Embrace the Challenge." The day is a great opportunity for men of Faith to come together for good fraternity, good food, and to grow in faith! This year’s keynote speaker is priest, scholar, author, and son of the late Justice Antonin Scalia, Fr. Paul Scalia. We can expect an awesome and encouraging talk on manhood in light of our Christian faith.