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join us - all are welcome!
HELLO,
ALL FUTURE IN-PERSON GROUP EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES AT ST. JOSEPH ARE SUSPENDED PENDING FURTHER COMMUNICATIONS REGARDING THE SAFETY OF OUR CATHOLIC COMMUNITY AND WILL BE UPDATED AT THAT TIME.
PLEASE SEE ONLINE ALTERNATIVES BELOW.
St. Joseph Book and Card Clubs!
See Bulletin or Website for Days and Times
Fun for All! Keep your mind and body active by dropping in for a card game of 500 or bridge, or to read a spiritural or social-based book! These four groups meet weekly on different days and times.
Card Clubs: - CANCELLED
500: Last Monday of the Month, Parish Center, 1:00p - 2:30p
Bridge: Last Saturday of the Month, Historic Little Church, 7:00p - 8:30p
General Book Club: - AT HOME
Monday, April 20, Parish Center, 1:30p - 3:00p
Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver
Spiritual Book Club: - AT HOME
Thursday, April 16, Parish Center 1:00p - 2:30p
Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger (obtain your own book)
Stations of the Cross - ONLINE
Fridays, March 27 through April 10
Online via Busted Halo or With Bishop Hebda
We invite you to walk and re-live Jesus's path to the cross every Friday during Lent - ONLINE.
2020 Archdiocesan Men's Conference
Saturday, March 28, 9:00a - 3:00p - CANCELLED
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.
Centering Prayer - CANCELLED
Tuesdays, March 31 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.
St. John's University Theology DayAngels and Demons: What do Scripture and Tradition Say About Them? - CANCELLED
Thursday, April 2, 6:00p - 9:00p
Saint Frances Cabrini Church, MinneapolisAll 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.
St. Joseph Communal Penance Service
Thursday, April 2, 7:00p - 8:00p - CANCELLED
Parish Center
We invite you to attend the Communal Penance Service to cleanse your soul and lift your spirits! ALL are Welcome!
Parent's Night Out - CANCELLED
Saturday, April 4, 5:30p - 10:00p
Parish Center
Once a month, St. Joseph's provides parents an opportunity to enjoy a Saturday evening out while knowing their child(ren) are being watched in a safe and caring environment from 5:30p - 10:00p. Parents play while children to do with games, snacks, story time, movies and have a lot of fun in both 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!
HELLO,
ALL FUTURE IN-PERSON GROUP EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES AT ST. JOSEPH ARE SUSPENDED PENDING FURTHER COMMUNICATIONS REGARDING THE SAFETY OF OUR CATHOLIC COMMUNITY AND WILL BE UPDATED AT THAT TIME.
PLEASE SEE ONLINE ALTERNATIVES BELOW.
Archdiocese Virtual Holy Week Retreat - ONLINE
April 5 through April 11
This week-long virtual retreat begins Palm Sunday with Mass from the Saint Paul Seminary
and culminates with the Easter Vigil Mass from the Cathedral of Saint Paul. Each day has
two parts:- Mass or prayer at 9 a.m. followed by directed Lectio Divina.
- Evening session at 7 p.m, consisting of conferences from Archbishop Bernard Hebda, Bishop, Andrew Cozzens, Father Charles Lachowitzer and Father John Ubel.
All of the events will be live streamed or recorded and available for all who would like to participate: https://www.archspm.org/holyweek
Cenacle of Prayer for Priests - AT HOME
April 5 and Every First Sunday of Each Month
Pray together to build a spiritual reservoir of grace for priests and seminarians and their challenges and needs.
St. Joseph Palm Sunday Mass - ONLINE
Saturday / Sunday, April 4 - 5 PALM DISTRIBUTION
LINK: Coming Soon
Join us to commemorate the entrance of Jesus into Jerusalem (Matthew 21:1–9), when palm branches were placed in his path, before his arrest on Holy Thursday and his crucifixion on Good Friday.
Distribution of the blessed palms and Sunday collection will take place at the Parish Center - Outside:
Saturday, April 4 from 3:00p to 6:00p
Sunday, April 5 from 9:00a to 12:00p
Grief Support Group - CANCELLED
Mondays, April 6 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.
Centering Prayer - CANCELLED
Tuesdays, April 7 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.
First Friday - Liturgy & Luncheon - CANCELLED
Friday, April 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!
St. Joseph - Holy Thursday Mass - ONLINE
Thursday, April 9
LINK: Coming Soon
Join us on Holy or Maundy Thursday to commemorate the Washing of the Feet and Last Supper of Jesus Christ with the Apostles. Liturgy will be followed by Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in the Parish Center Chapel until 10:30pm (Note: Adoration will not be at the Little Church)
St. Joseph - Good Friday Service - ONLINE
Friday, April 10, 7:00p
LINK: Coming Soon
Join us on Good Friday to recall the crucifixion of Jesus and his death at Calvary.
St. Joseph - Holy Saturday Mass - CANCELLED
(Easter Sunday Mass Will Fulfill This Mass This Year)
LINK: Coming Soon
Join us on Holy Saturday to commemorate the day that Jesus Christ lay in the tomb after his death,
St. Joseph - Easter Masses - ONLINE
Saturday / Sunday, April 11 - 12
LINK: Coming Soon
Join us to celebrate our Risen Lord!
Spanish Bible Study & Prayer Group
- CANCELLED
Wednesday, April 15, 6:30p - 7:30p, Parish Center
NEW! No Registration, Come When You Can
Come pray and study the Bible in Spanish with United in Christ! Spanish speakers will be meeting twice a month at St. Joseph's. This is a free study and prayer group for the whole family. Future dates: Wednesdays April 29 and May 13 & 27.
Come when you can, no registration necessary.
Prayer Shawl Ministry - CANCELLED
Wednesday, April 15, 7:00p - 8:30p (3rd Wed of Month)
Parish Center
Prayer Shawl members of all ages knit and crochet in a group as well as in their homes, praying over the shawls as they create them. The shawls are then blessed at church. Shawls are giving to those individuals experiencing challenges in their lives, like chronic illness, surgery, death of a loved one, cancer treatments etc. Shawls also can be offered in joyful times, like the birth of a baby or for the union of a marriage. The individual(s) are wrapped in the comfort and warmth of the prayer filled shawl as they face their challenges and/or joys. All are welcome!
MN Twins Game With Father Terry! - CANCELLEDSunday, April 19, 1:10p Game Start
$40 (Bus With St. Joes); $30 (Meet Us at the Game!)
Join Father Terry and enjoy a fun afternoon with your St. Joseph's family and friends cheering on the MN Twins as they take on the Detroit Tigers. For more information and to register, see the MN Twins webpage.
Victim / Survivor Support Group - CANCELLED
Monday, April 20 at 6:30p - 8:30p
(3rd Monday of Each 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.
The Compassionate Friends - Grief Support for Families
Monday, April 20 at 7:00p - 8:30p - CANCELLED
(3rd Monday of Each Month)
Parish Center
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope and support to a family experiencing the death of a son or daughter, brother or sister or a grandchild and helps others better assist the grieving family. When a child dies, at any age, the family suffers intense pain and may feel hopeless and isolated. Contact 612-444-1301 or visit TCF’s chapter website at www.compassionatefriends.org for more information.
Spanish Bible Study & Prayer Group - CANCELLED
Wednesday, April 29, 6:30p - 7:30p, Parish Center
NEW! No Registration, Come When You Can
Come pray and study the Bible in Spanish with United in Christ! Spanish speakers will be meeting twice a month at St. Joseph's. This is a free study and prayer group for the whole family. Future dates: Wednesdays May 13 & 27.
Come when you can, no registration necessary.
Archdiocesan Young Adult Day! - CANCELLEDSaturday, May 2, 2:00p - 10:30p, $15 - $20
St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Edina
Live Abundantly is an invitation to encounter Jesus by diving deeper into what it means to "live abundantly!" Hear keynotes by Emily Wilson and Joel Stepanek, and enjoy a catered Chipotle dinner with your friends. End the day with adoration and praise & worship with In the Name Worship, and a social hour with cash bar! Mass, opportunities for confession, and adoration will also be available. For more info and registration: https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=zyVGRK
Confirmation of St. Joseph's Young People!Sunday, May 3, 1:30p
Basilica of St. Mary, Minneapolis
Celebrate our upcoming and dedicated youth who have completed 2 years of course work and will be freely choosing Catholicism as their guiding light. We are so proud of each of these young people!
Rosary Group
Sundays, May 10, 9:30a (2nd Sunday of Each Month)
Parish Center, Chapel
All are invited to pray the rosary together, lifting our spirits and praying for those in need.
Spanish Bible Study & Prayer Group
Wednesday, May 13, 6:30p - 7:30p, Parish Center
NEW! No Registration, Come When You Can
Come pray and study the Bible in Spanish with United in Christ! Spanish speakers will be meeting twice a month at St. Joseph's. This is a free study and prayer group for the whole family. Future dates: Wednesday May 27. Come when you can, no registration necessary.
St. Joseph's Young Adults Event - BBQ Bonfire!Thursday, May 14, 6:30p
See Website for Location and Information
Join our young adults program for singles and married couples! The group meets monthly the 4th Tuesday of the Month, 7:00p at the Parish Center for community and faith building. Monthly events and activities are also posted on the website - stop in for some fun and meet new people!
PRISM's Taste of the Burbs!
Thursday, May 14, 6:30p - 9:00p
International Market Square, 275 Market Street, Mpls
$90/Person or $900/Table of 10
Delight in tasting samples from several local restaurant partners and enjoy an exciting live auction, raffles, a heart-warming program, and some inspiring performances.
PRISM celebrates 50 years of providing healthy food, stable housing and clothing resources to our community. Early bird tickets on sale March 15 - see website to donate or purchase tickets: https://www.prismmpls.org/tob2020
High School Graduation MassSunday, May 17, 6:00p
Parish Center
We invite you to celebrate our high school seniors as they commence on a new journey of life! St. Joseph is so proud of each and everyone of you!
Spanish Bible Study & Prayer Group
Wednesday, May 27, 6:30p - 7:30p, Parish Center
NEW! No Registration, Come When You Can
Come pray and study the Bible in Spanish with United in Christ! Spanish speakers will be meeting 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.
Catholic Young Adults - The MusicalJuly 25 - August 8 (Times to be Announced)
Providence Academy, Plymouth
At Catholic Beer Night, the CYAs hear a rumor that St. Stephen’s is closing! Can they rally together to find a way amidst the chaos of their own dating novenas, come-and-sees, and lust for Latin to beat the odds and do what no one ever expected a band of millennials to do… save the parish? Fr. Kyle Kowalczyk’s new musical distills the essence of Catholic Young Adult subculture in an uncomfortably accurate, unexpectedly poignant, and reverently hilarious brew.