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join us - all are welcome!
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Looking Forward!!!
St. Joseph Catholic Community
►"New" Organ Fundraiser - Now, click HERE to donate!
► Grades 1-12 Faith Formation 2021-2022 Registration!
► Synod 2022 Small Group Registration Open for Sessions!
► Full Mass Choir Assembles Return in Fall 2021!
Archdiocese Latest News and Events
From The Archdiocese of St. Paul and Mpls
Keep up-to-date on announcements, events, Synod updates, online retreat series and more from Archbishop Hebda and the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis. www.archspm.org.
Fireside Video Chats with Father Malek, LPCC
"Wellness Matters" and "Loss and Grief"
"Complicated Grief" and "Racial Justice and Mental Health"
Online: www.stjosephparish.com/fireside-chats
“COVID-19 has created an unprecedented upheaval in the American culture, with over 245,000 fatalities, skyrocketing unemployment, and countless changes to education, daily routines, and social interaction. As more data becomes available, the pandemic’s effects now reflect its enormous toll on loss and grief, mental health and an exploding demand for new treatment options."
We invite you to these online presentations by our favorite psychologist and visiting priest, Fr. Matthew Malek, LPCC as he discusses the issues in these current times.
The Year of Saint Joseph!
Join Our Flocknote Group / Visit Our Website
Online: Read or Listen
In commemorating the 150th anniversary of Saint Joseph, we invite you to experience "The Story of Saint Joseph" with St. Joseph Catholic Community throughout 2021! Declared by Pope Francis, the Year of Saint Joseph will be celebrated December 8, 2020 through December 8, 2021.
See our website for more information: www.stjosephparish.com/year-of-st-joseph.
Relevant Radio and Father Rocky are also offering free monthly editions about Saint Joseph, celebrating his life and the wondrous things he did. Join the "Year of St. Joseph" Flocknote group to receive a link to read or listen to and learn more about this great man each month on the 19!
St. Joe's Peace and Justice Commission
NEW St. Joe's Group! Open to New Members!
Sign up on Flocknote
The Peace and Justice Advocacy Commission was formed with a goal of providing opportunities for our parish to learn, discuss and engage in action on current issues that we face each day. Building equity through action, we seek to do this work through our Faith as Catholics, and with a prayerful focus on the principles of Catholic Social Teaching - a rich treasure of wisdom about building a just society and living lives of holiness amidst the changes of modern society.
If you would like to learn more, become aware and be invited to St. Joseph's Peace and Justice Commission opportunities, visit: https://www.stjosephparish.com/advocacy.
Local Farmer's Markets
Surrounding Areas
Enjoy freshly picked produce and handmade items at a local farmer's market!
Here's a list of the local markets!
Operation Gratitude Collections
Including Halloween Candy, Cards, Homemade Scarves, and Checks for Shipping Costs
Now through November 7
Operation Gratitude annually sends 200,000+ care packages filled with snacks, entertainment, hygiene and hand-made items, plus personal letters of appreciation, to New Recruits, Veterans, First Responders, Wounded Warriors, Care Givers and to individually named U.S. Service Members deployed overseas. Donations can be placed in Collection Center at the Parish Center; Checks can be made out to St. Joseph ("Operation Gratitude" in memo) and forwarded to the Parish Office.
Scarves for Operation Gratitude
In the cold winter months, Operation Gratitude includes a lovingly handmade scarf or hat in every care package. To make that happen, knitting and crocheting volunteer talents are needed. There is no specific pattern to follow; keep it simple. Scarves should be no larger than 4”-6” wide, 48” to 50” long. Any soft yarn is fine. Recommended colors – blues, browns, greens, grays, maroon and black. Stripes using these colors, multi-colored yarn and red, white and blue color combination is acceptable. For a complete list of guidelines, go to: www.operationgratitude.com/express-your-thanks/handmade-with-love/.
PRISM's Shop for Change Thrift Shop HELP!
Mondays through Saturdays
PRISM Golden Valley
Find your perfect items while supporting PRISM! PRISM provides social services and connections that empower people in our community to build healthy, stable lives. Your support makes it possible for PRISM to provide healthy food, proper clothing, and housing stability for 8,000 children, adults and seniors each year. Volunteers are also needed Monday through Saturdays to sort, price, help at the register and front desk . See www.prismmpls.org for hours of operaton and more information or Contact Nolan Isaacson to volunteer at nisaacson@prismmpls.org or at 763-432-4230.
St. Joseph's Children's Christmas Choir
Rehearsals Begin Sunday, November 7, 9:00a - 9:50a
Parish Center Chapel
Christmas is right around the corner and we look forward to the joy of children’s voices filling the sanctuary to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. All youth in grades 2-8 are welcome and encouraged to sing. Rehearsals will take place on Sunday mornings and will take place each week leading up to Christmas. There is no rehearsal the weekend after Thanksgiving. Each rehearsal will prepare for the culmination of the 3:30pm Christmas Eve Mass, at which the youth will sing. A detailed rehearsal and Mass schedule for the youth singers can be found in next week’s bulletin and online. For any questions, please contact Paula Lutz at paulajlutz@gmail.com or 763-732-2648. Thank you for sharing your children with the parish. We look forward to be beauty and joy of their voices on Christmas Eve!
Daily Events
Synod 2022 Small Group Sessions Begin!!!
Now Through November 11 - Sign Up Any Time
Wednesdays 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Thursdays 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
All Adults Are Welcome to Attend These Sessions
Come learn and share your ideas on the future of the church, assisting Fr. Terry and the Archbishop Hebda determine a strategic plan for both St. Joseph Catholic Community and the Archdiocese. Participate in small groups of 8 or less, discussing the main topics derived from the 2019 archdiocesan survey, with a different topic each week. All active and inactive parishioners and those who have left the church are invited to share their ideas.
Main Topics Include:- Forming parishes that are in the service of evangelization.
- Forming missionary disciples who know Jesus’ love and respond to His call.
- Forming youth and young adults in and for a Church that is always young.
The Used Book sale is in full swing and will continue through the month of October, ending Sunday October 31. We have a great selection of reading material and invite you to stop in the Noah’s Ark Child Care Center at the Parish Center to check out our collection.
Choose the books you want to take home and leave payment in the wooden box.
This is a fundraiser for the middle school mission trip in June of 2022.
Please be generous and thanks for your support!
Weekday Masses at St. Joseph's
October 26 - 27 - 28 (See Times Below)
Parish Center
We invite you to join our weekday liturgies with Father Terry, or visiting priest. We ask all attendees to continue to be vigilant in healthly practices while at in-person gatherings at St. Joseph Catholic Community.
Tuesday - 5:30 PM Wednesday - 9:00 AM Thursday - 9:00 AM
Fare For All
Wednesday, October 27, 3:00p - 5:00p
St. Joseph Parish Center, Credit, Debit, Cash, EBT Only
Looking for a way to save on groceries? Fare for All is a cooperative purchasing program that sells packages of frozen meat and fresh produce for up to 40% off retail prices to everyone!. Open to all - no questions asked, no pre-ordering. Please wear a mask. The opportunity is provided by The Food Group, a St. Joseph community partner.
Options Include:
1) Frozen Mini-Meat Pack - $11
2) Frozen Mega-Meat Pack - $25
3) Produce Pack - $10
4) Combo Pack (Frozen Mini-Meat and Produce Packs) - $20.
5) Hot Buy Specials also Available!
All items have limited supplies for the day. To learn more, visit:
For more information, see https://fareforall.thefoodgroupmn.org
St. John's Theology Day
Saturday, October 30, 9:00a - 11:00a ONLINE
Registration Required (5 Days Prior to Event)
Theology Day is a chance for people in our communities who are seeking a deeper understanding of their faith and its place in their everyday lives to learn from and interact with the theologians of Saint John's School of Theology and Seminary. It offers a chance for these scholars to gain insights and grow in their faith, as well.
Topic: Theologies of Disability and Aging: Becoming a Vulnerable CommunionPresenter: Audrey Seah, Ph.D.
Registration: www.csbsju.edu/sot/sem/alumni-and-friends/attend-events/theology-day
People with disabilities are the world’s largest minority, yet they are consistently overlooked and excluded by church and society. This lecture provides an introduction to the growing field of disability theology which aims to right this wrong. Join us to see how God, church, and society can be reimagined when the experiences of people with disabilities become a locus for theological development. We will look especially at disabilities that often arise as one ages: changes in hearing abilities, cognative abilities, and mobility.
In-Person Mass
Saturday, October 30, 4:30p
Parish Center
We invite you to start your weekend off with the St. Joseph Catholic Community!
In-Person Mass at St. Joseph
Sunday, October 31, 8:00a and 9:30a
Historic Little Church, Plymouth
We are excited to invite you to in-person Sunday morning Masses at the Little Church in Plymouth!
See our website for more information on both in-person and online Mass schedules.
We invite you to pray and rejoice with us!
In-Person and Online Mass at St. Joseph!
Sunday, October 31, 10:00a
St. Joseph Parish Center, Sanctuary
We are excited to invite you to in-person and online Sunday Mass to pray and worship with us! See our website for more information on both in-person and online Mass schedules.
Rosary Group
Each Sunday, 9:30a Before 10:00a Mass
Parish Center, Chapel
All are invited to pray the rosary together, lifting our spirits and praying for those in need.
Chills and Trills
Sunday, October 31, 11:00a - 11:20a, Free
Parish Center (Will Not be Live Streamed)
We invite you to a short and spooky Halloween organ concert for the whole family to enjoy!
Organist and musical goblin Aaron VanDanton will thrill you with:- Tocatta and Fugue
- The Nightmare Before Christmas
- Haunted Organ in the Hall of the Mountain King
Please Join Us!
Feast of All Saints Mass - Holy Day of Obligation
Monday, November 1, 7:00p
Parish Center and Online
The word "Saint" literally means holy, and in the New Testament "Saint" refers to all who believed in Jesus Christ and followed his teachings. The meaning of the word evolved to included all Christians who lived lives of heroic virtue. They are models of holiness and Christian living. Some are canonized (officially recognized by the Church) and some are people who have lived exemplary lives, but may never be canonized. The communion of Saints means that the saints in heaven are connected with the faithful on earth.
Feast of All Souls Mass
Tuesday, November 2, 5:30p
Parish Center and Online
Join us for a day of remembrance for friends and loved ones who have passed away. The Feast day is rooted in the 2nd century, but the day was not added to the Liturgical calendar until the 13th century. The Feast of All Souls reminds us of our mortality. We are loved by God, who has endowed us an immortal soul. Our ultimate destiny lies in God’s hands.
St. Joseph's Centering Prayer Group
Tuesdays, November 3, 7:00a - 7:30a
Online via Zoom
This spiritual prayer group meets every Tuesday morning online for a prayerful and calm way to begin the day. To participate, contact John Brynes to receive the Zoom link: johnbyrnesmn@gmail.com
PRISM Holiday Toy Shoppe
Collections and Shopping!
Donations: St. Joseph \ Shoppe: PRISM, Golden Valley
We are collecting holiday toys for boys and girls at St. Joseph's Parish Center. A list of suggested toys and gifts will be provided, as well as on-line shopping registry at LINKTR.EE/PRISMMPLS.
Let the PRISM Holiday Toy Shoppe brighten your holidays! Choose gifts for your kids at no cost. Registration for qualified participants opens Oct. 25. Visit PRISMmpls.com for more information and hours of operation.
Cuppa Joe!
First Tuesday of each Month, November 2, 4:00p
Virtual at an Archdiocese Saint Joseph Pilgrimage Location
10 talks by 10 theologians on the 10 wonders of Saint Joseph, filmed at 10 Local Pilgrimages in our archdiocese entrusted to the patronage of our spiritual father. These talks will premiere the first Tuesday of the month – just in time for your afternoon coffee!
Viewable on: Facebook, YouTube and Instagram – and on the Year of Saint Joseph page
Today's Talk: “Patron of a Happy Death” presented by Deacon Dan Gannon in St. Paul
St. Joseph's Young Adult Event - Game Night!Wednesday, November 3, 8:00p, Cossette's Home
See Website for More Info and Flocknote for Location
Join our young adults program! The group meets each month for community and faith building. See monthly events and activities posted on the website - stop in for some fun and meet new people!
St. Joseph Spiritual Book Club is Back!
Thursday, November 4, 1:00p - 2:30p
Parish Center, John Paul Room
We meet on Thursdays. The initial meeting will be a social and conversation about books to read in the future. Come with ideas. All welcome. Questions: Contact Pat Goetz 763.544.3352
Vespers Service of Remembrance
Tuesday, November 4, 7:00p - 8:00p
Parish Center
All family members and friends of deceased loved ones are welcome to attend and join the community for this time of prayer and remembrance. Even if you are unable to attend, please consider submitting a prayer intention to remember a loved one.
Pictures of those remembered will be shown. The church has pictures if the funeral was at St. Joseph. For those whose life was celebrated at a different church or in years past, please send a .jpeg photo to lkotecki@stjosephparish.com or bring a picture to the Parish Office by November 2.
Happy Halloween & Daylight Savings Time!
November 5, 2:00a, Evening
Set Your Clocks BACK One Hour
Daylight Savings Time Ends next today. Don’t forget to set your clocks BACK one hour before you go to bed tonight! Enjoy your extra hour of sleep!
St. John's Theology Day
Friday, November 5, 9:00a - 12:00p ONLINE
Registration Required (5 Business Days Prior to Event)
Registration Link: https://www.csbsju.edu/sot/sem/alumni-and-friends/attend-events/theology-day
Theology Day is a chance for people in our communities who are seeking a deeper understanding of their faith and its place in their everyday lives to learn from and interact with the theologians of Saint John's School of Theology and Seminary. It offers a chance for these scholars to gain insights and grow in their faith, as well.
Topic: Truth-telling, Testimony, and Prophecy: Hearing and Bearing Witness to God's active Presence in Our Lives in a Secular Age
Presenter: Fr. Dale Launderville, OSBThe psalms of thanksgiving tell us that when God intervenes in our lives we are obliged to proclaim this energizing event to the believing community (Pss 22:23-32; 40:2-11). Our experience of God’s presence is to encourage others to trust more deeply in God’s care for all of us. Genuine encounters with God have an impact on us that overflows to those around us. St. Isaac of Nineveh, a Syrian monk of the seventh century, instructs us on how to discipline our physical senses and strengthen our spiritual senses. If I have been healed and believe it is due to God’s active intervention in my ife, how do I testify to this divine action in the face of an unbelieving audience? What is the difference between “fibbing” and testifying about God “as a serious player in our lives? In our time in America, it has become all too common for individuals to make claims without any facts to back them up. What are the realities or facts that we can bring forward to support our faith claims?
First Friday - Liturgy
Friday, November 5, 11:00a Mass
Parish Center
All are welcome to gather for daily Mass!
Rachel's Vineyard Twin Cities Retreat
Friday, Nov 5 through Sunday, Nov 7
Buffalo, MN $180 per Person
This retreat is open to anyone who has been impacted by an abortion including women, men, siblings, grandparents, and healthcare workers. A Rachel’s Vineyard retreat is a weekend opportunity for women and men to resolve issues of guilt, shame, pain, grief, and anxiety after an abortion. The retreat provides a safe and sacred place for you to open up to our Lord and unburden yourself without fear. You will be able to grieve, work on any anger, forgive yourself, reconcile with God, and reconcile with your children.
For more information, contact Nancy at rachels@vineyardmn.org or call 763-250-9313. visit: https://www.rvineyardmn.org/about-the-retreat
Pilgrimage with Saint Martin de Porres
Patron Saint of Racial Reconciliation
Saturday, November 6, 9:30a - 1:30p
Ascension Catholic Church , Minneapolis
Seek God’s healing for yourself and for our community through this pilgrimage honoring this great saint and call upon his intercession days after his feast (November 3). Pilgrims will walk to the former site of Saint Martin de Porres Catholic Church on the Northside for reflection and conclude the pilgrimage in prayer at the Basilica of Saint Mary. A bus will shuttle pilgrims back to Ascension.
Please pre-register to attend and for optional meals at the beginning and end of the pilgrimage at mary.org/deporrespilgrimage. There is no cost to attend. Contact Janice at 612.317.3508 or jgrove@mary.org with any questions.
Cenacle of Prayer for Priests - AT HOME
November 7 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.
Say this prayer today: https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/prayers-and-devotions/prayers/prayer-for-priests
St. Joseph's Youth Mass Series
Sundays (Monthly) - November 7, 6:00p - 7:30p
Parish Center, Masked are Required
St. Joseph's Middle and High School Faith Formation programming this year will have a wonderful addition as we re-introduce the Sunday 6:00p Youth Mass. This Mass is part of the youth's curriculum where they will learn the meaning, structure and participation of the Mass. Families and all parishioners are welcome to attend and are sure to learn a good deal from Father Terry.
St. Joseph General Book is Back!
Monday, November 8, 1:30p - 3:00p
Parish Center, John Paul Room
We meet on Mondays. Our first selection is The Twelve Tribes of Hattie by Ayana Mathis. Members will be contacted when the book kit comes in from Hennepin County. All welcome. Questions: Contact Pat Goetz 763.544.3352.
St. John's Theology Day
Thursday, November 11, 6:30p - 9:00p
St. Joseph the Worker, Maple Grove
Registration Required (5 Business Days Prior to Event)
Registration Link: https://www.csbsju.edu/sot/sem/alumni-and-friends/attend-events/theology-day
Theology Day is a chance for people in our communities who are seeking a deeper understanding of their faith and its place in their everyday lives to learn from and interact with the theologians of Saint John's School of Theology and Seminary. It offers a chance for these scholars to gain insights and grow in their faith, as well.
Topic: Panentheism: A Way of Seeing God's Presence in the World
Presenter: Noreen Herzfeld, Ph.D.
Colossians 3:11 tells us "There is only Christ. He is everything and he is in everything." Panentheism views God as present in the universe yet more than the universe. It underlies Fr. Richard Rohr’s “Universal Christ.” It is also found in the writings of Muslim Sufi mystics, Celtic spirituality, and has recently found favor with many in the science and religion dialogue. What would a panentheistic God imply for our salvation, creation, and God’s agency in the world?
Archbishop Flynn Catechetical Institute - School of Discipleship
Nov 9 through Dec 21, 7:00p - 8:30p
Mother of the Church, Burnsville
Concludes with a Seminar, Feb 5
Be prepared for the best New Year’s resolution ever! Join over 3,000 students who are now “activated disciples!” This experience takes you through Advent, culminates at Christmas, and concludes with a 40-day discipleship challenge in the New Year to put what you learn into practice!
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. The course finishes with an interactive seminar with Dr. Mary Healy.
The cost for the course, materials, and seminar is $125. Sign up with a friend and get a discount! Pricing differs for those taking the course via live stream. For more information visit semssp/ci.
Embrace: 2021 Summit for Catholic Moms
November 12-14, Online
View All Presentations for Free!
Featuring 32 amazing women speaking directly and honestly about the core issues that moms of all ages and stages of life encounter.
For new moms, grandmothers, and all moms in-between, discover...- How to bring lasting peace and joy into your home.
- Tips on making your prayer life a wellspring of joy.
- Easy and practical ways to make Advent and Christmas beautiful and unforgettable.
- They whys and hows of building deep friendships with other moms.
- How to avoid overwhelm and recharge for you and your family!
For more information and to register: https://www.cardinalstudios.org/embrace-catholic-moms-summit-2021-home
Compassionate Friends Grief Group
Third Monday, November 15, 7:00p - 8:30p
Parish Center
All Are Welcome
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.
https://www.stjosephparish.com/compassionate-friends
St. Joe's Prayer Shawl Group
Third Wednesday, November 17, 7:00p
Parish Center, Room 2
Calling all knitters and crocheters! Bring your needles and yarn to the Prayer Shawl Group Fall Start-Up meeting. Gather to share, learn and create items for events and those experiencing loss, grief and joy!
St. Joe's Spanish Bible Study & Prayer Group
Wednesdays, November 17, 700p - 7:45p
Semi-Monthly, Zoom, No Cost
The group meets twice monthly and there is no cost. Individuals and families with children of all ages are welcome. Come when you can. No registration necessary. Join the St. Joseph - Spanish Bible Study Flocknote group to receive invitations and reminders!
Please call Natalie Johnsen with questions at 763-923-3053
Website: www.stjosephparish.com/spanishstudies
Give to the MAX
Thursday, November 18
Online
Yes! St. Joseph has their own Give to the Max site, so please consider searching for St. Joseph Catholic Community and donating to our church! Funds raised will continue to support our children and adult ministry programs.
GiveMN Link: https://www.givemn.org/organization/Church-Of-St-Joseph-4
Give via St. Joseph's Website: www.stjosephparish.com/give
St. Joe's REPS Meeting
Thursday, November 18, 9:30a
Parish Center
Join a community of caring women who come together for service projects for the parish and serve the meals for funerals and special events. They also hold other fundraisers for parish groups and local organizations, conduct special collections for local non-profits, run the Christmas Sharing tree and much more.
The Mission of the St. Joseph's Reps is to provide social outreach to others in their time of grief or need. We build community within our parish and support projects designed to aid in our outreach. We strive to love our neighbor as God loves us and live our faith while serving others. We invite you to attend!
Solemnity of Christ the King Weekend Masses
November 20 - 21
Parish Center and Historic Little Church
Fare For All
Wednesday, November 24, 3:00p - 5:00p
St. Joseph Parish Center, Credit, Debit, Cash, EBT Only
Looking for a way to save on groceries? Fare for All is a cooperative purchasing program that sells packages of frozen meat and fresh produce for up to 40% off retail prices to everyone!. Open to all - no questions asked, no pre-ordering. Please wear a mask. The opportunity is provided by The Food Group, a St. Joseph community partner.
Options Include:
1) Frozen Mini-Meat Pack - $11
2) Frozen Mega-Meat Pack - $25
3) Produce Pack - $10
4) Combo Pack (Frozen Mini-Meat and Produce Packs) - $20.
5) Hot Buy Specials also Available!
All items have limited supplies for the day. To learn more, visit:
For more information, see https://fareforall.thefoodgroupmn.org
1st Sunday of Advent Masses
November 27 - 28
Parish Center and Historic Little Church
Saints Peter & Paul Christkindlmarkt
Saturday, November 27, Noon to 8:00p
Saints Peter and Paul Parish Center, Loretto
Take a trip back to the Old World by experiencing the sights, smells, tastes and sounds of a typical German/Central European Christmas fair. Enjoy traditional German food and drink, Viennese coffee house, free kids' games, live entertainment, local artisans, craft workshops, and a visit from St. Nicholas! Visit saintsppta.org for more details.
The Texts and Music of Advent
Wednesday, December 1, 6:30p - 8:00p
Parish Center With Father Michael Joncas, Free
We invite you to a wonderful and inspirational presentation by Father Michael Joncas. He will present on the texts and music of Advent Year C as we prepare for Advent. All are invited to this informative and lovely event of reflection, context and prayer. Fr. Michael is an acclaimed author, theologian, composer and priest.
This event will also be live-streamed, see the home page for the link!
St. Joseph's Young Adult Event - Game Night!Wednesday, December 2, 8:00p, Cossette's Home
See Website for More Info and Flocknote for Location
Join our young adults program! The group meets each month for community and faith building. See monthly events and activities posted on the website - stop in for some fun and meet new people!
Lessons and Carols of Joseph
Saturday, December 4, 6:00p
Parish Center - Free to All
Based on the tradition of Lessons and Carols, we present "JOSEPH," an original Advent production written by our parishioner JB Eckert to celebrate an end to the Year of St. Joseph. This presentation explores the man who served as a father to Jesus on earth and a model guardian and provider. Joseph will feature our wonderful "Living Word" lectors and St. Joseph's music ministry program.
Cuppa Joe!
First Tuesday of each Month, December 7, 4:00p
Virtual at an Archdiocese Saint Joseph Pilgrimage Location
10 talks by 10 theologians on the 10 wonders of Saint Joseph, filmed at 10 Local Pilgrimages in our archdiocese entrusted to the patronage of our spiritual father. These talks will premiere the first Tuesday of the month – just in time for your afternoon coffee!
Viewable on: Facebook, YouTube and Instagram – and on the Year of Saint Joseph page
Today's Talk: “Terror of Demons” presented by Fr. Jon Vander Ploeg in Taylors Falls
St. John's Theology Day
Friday, December 10, 9:00a - 12:00p ONLINE
Registration Required (5 Business Days Prior to Event)
Registration Link: https://www.csbsju.edu/sot/sem/alumni-and-friends/attend-events/theology-day
Theology Day is a chance for people in our communities who are seeking a deeper understanding of their faith and its place in their everyday lives to learn from and interact with the theologians of Saint John's School of Theology and Seminary. It offers a chance for these scholars to gain insights and grow in their faith, as well.
Topic: Truth-telling, Testimony, and Prophecy: Hearing and Bearing Witness to God's active Presence in Our Lives in a Secular Age
Presenter: Fr. Dale Launderville, OSBThe psalms of thanksgiving tell us that when God intervenes in our lives we are obliged to proclaim this energizing event to the believing community (Pss 22:23-32; 40:2-11). Our experience of God’s presence is to encourage others to trust more deeply in God’s care for all of us. Genuine encounters with God have an impact on us that overflows to those around us. St. Isaac of Nineveh, a Syrian monk of the seventh century, instructs us on how to discipline our physical senses and strengthen our spiritual senses. If I have been healed and believe it is due to God’s active intervention in my ife, how do I testify to this divine action in the face of an unbelieving audience? What is the difference between “fibbing” and testifying about God “as a serious player in our lives? In our time in America, it has become all too common for individuals to make claims without any facts to back them up. What are the realities or facts that we can bring forward to support our faith claims?
St. Joseph's Youth Mass Series
Sundays (Monthly) - December 12, 6:00p - 7:30p
Parish Center, Masked are Required
St. Joseph's Middle and High School Faith Formation programming this year will have a wonderful addition as we re-introduce the Sunday 6:00p Youth Mass. This Mass is part of the youth's curriculum where they will learn the meaning, structure and participation of the Mass. Families and all parishioners are welcome to attend and are sure to learn a good deal from Father Terry.
St. Joe's REPS Meeting
Thursday, December 16, 9:30a
Parish Center
Join a community of caring women who come together for service projects for the parish and serve the meals for funerals and special events. They also hold other fundraisers for parish groups and local organizations, conduct special collections for local non-profits, run the Christmas Sharing tree and much more.
The Mission of the St. Joseph's Reps is to provide social outreach to others in their time of grief or need. We build community within our parish and support projects designed to aid in our outreach. We strive to love our neighbor as God loves us and live our faith while serving others. We invite you to attend!
Compassionate Friends - Candle Light Ceremony
Third Monday, December 20, 7:00p - 8:30p
Parish Center
All Are Welcome
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.
https://www.stjosephparish.com/compassionate-friends
Fare For All
Wednesday, December 22, 3:00p - 5:00p
St. Joseph Parish Center, Credit, Debit, Cash, EBT Only
Looking for a way to save on groceries? Fare for All is a cooperative purchasing program that sells packages of frozen meat and fresh produce for up to 40% off retail prices to everyone!. Open to all - no questions asked, no pre-ordering. Please wear a mask. The opportunity is provided by The Food Group, a St. Joseph community partner.
Options Include:
1) Frozen Mini-Meat Pack - $11
2) Frozen Mega-Meat Pack - $25
3) Produce Pack - $10
4) Combo Pack (Frozen Mini-Meat and Produce Packs) - $20.
5) Hot Buy Specials also Available!
All items have limited supplies for the day. To learn more, visit:
For more information, see https://fareforall.thefoodgroupmn.org
Red Cross Blood Drive - Save a Life!
Wednesday, January 5
Parish Center, 12:00p - 6:00p
Give blood. Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood.
Appointments or Info: Call 1-800-RED CROSS (733-2767), visit RedCrossBlood.org (enter Sponsor Code: ST JOE NEW HOPE), contact Blake at 763-544-3070, or sign-up after Mass.
St. Joseph's Young Adult Event - Game Night!Wednesday, January 5, 8:00p, Cossette's Home
See Website for More Info and Flocknote for Location
Join our young adults program! The group meets each month for community and faith building. See monthly events and activities posted on the website - stop in for some fun and meet new people!
St. Joseph's Youth Mass Series
Sundays (Monthly) - January 9, 6:00p - 7:30p
Parish Center, Masked are Required
St. Joseph's Middle and High School Faith Formation programming this year will have a wonderful addition as we re-introduce the Sunday 6:00p Youth Mass. This Mass is part of the youth's curriculum where they will learn the meaning, structure and participation of the Mass. Families and all parishioners are welcome to attend and are sure to learn a good deal from Father Terry..
St. John's Theology Day
Friday, January 14, 9:00a - 12:00p ONLINE
Registration Required (5 Business Days Prior to Event)
Registration Link: https://www.csbsju.edu/sot/sem/alumni-and-friends/attend-events/theology-day
Theology Day is a chance for people in our communities who are seeking a deeper understanding of their faith and its place in their everyday lives to learn from and interact with the theologians of Saint John's School of Theology and Seminary. It offers a chance for these scholars to gain insights and grow in their faith, as well.
Topic: The Garden of Eden and the Human Condition: Nostalgia or Anticipation? Presenter: Fr. Michael Patella, OSB
The story of Adam and Eve, originating over two-and-a-half millennia ago, arose at a time when the anthropological worldview was vastly different from our own. While we now stand under the light of the Big Bang Theory and evolutionary biology, this Genesis account of the human condition is still the basis for Christian salvation history. Prompted by the results of scientific discovery, Fr Michael Patella will explore the questions science raises for our concept of sin as well as pose an alternative framework for twenty-first century Christians to employ in their thinking about redemption.
St. Joseph's Young Adult Event - Game Night!Wednesday, February 2, 8:00p, Cossette's Home
See Website for More Info and Flocknote for Location
Join our young adults program! The group meets each month for community and faith building. See monthly events and activities posted on the website - stop in for some fun and meet new people!
St. Joseph's Youth Mass Series
Sundays (Monthly) - February 6, 6:00p - 7:30p
Parish Center, Masked are Required
St. Joseph's Middle and High School Faith Formation programming this year will have a wonderful addition as we re-introduce the Sunday 6:00p Youth Mass. This Mass is part of the youth's curriculum where they will learn the meaning, structure and participation of the Mass. Families and all parishioners are welcome to attend and are sure to learn a good deal from Father Terry.
St. John's Theology Day
Thursday, Febuary 10, 6:30p - 8:30p ONLINE
Registration Required (5 Business Days Prior to Event)
Registration Link: https://www.csbsju.edu/sot/sem/alumni-and-friends/attend-events/theology-day
Theology Day is a chance for people in our communities who are seeking a deeper understanding of their faith and its place in their everyday lives to learn from and interact with the theologians of Saint John's School of Theology and Seminary. It offers a chance for these scholars to gain insights and grow in their faith, as well.
Topic: Exploring the Journey of Becoming: A Look at the Relationship of Faith and Imagination
Presenter: Larry Fraher, Ph. D.
Often relegated to the realm of childhood and fantasy, the imagination gets a bad rap. The last thought most may consider is the impact of the imagination upon the experience of faith. But there are great connections to be discovered. This Theology Day will examine these connections and explore thought about the imagination and its role in the human experience of faith, the relationship of Christ to each of us and to all of us, and how, by employing the imagination, we engage the journey of becoming.
St. John's Theology Day
Thursday, Febuary 18, 9:00a - 1:00p ONLINE
Registration Required (5 Business Days Prior to Event)
Registration Link: https://www.csbsju.edu/sot/sem/alumni-and-friends/attend-events/theology-day
Theology Day is a chance for people in our communities who are seeking a deeper understanding of their faith and its place in their everyday lives to learn from and interact with the theologians of Saint John's School of Theology and Seminary. It offers a chance for these scholars to gain insights and grow in their faith, as well.
Topic: Apples and Oranges? An Interreligious Approach to Loving God and Neighbor
Presenter: Chris Conway, Ph.D.The reality of religious pluralism—that there are many religions, that many good and sincere people practice these many religions, and that these many religions will remain many—invites us to grow in our love for God and neighbor by encountering what is true, good, and holy in these traditions. But where and how do we begin this interreligious learning? With examples from Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism, we will explore the possibilities religious pluralism and comparative theology provide.
St. Joseph's Young Adult Event - Game Night!Wednesday, March 2, 8:00p, Cossette's Home
See Website for More Info and Flocknote for Location
Join our young adults program! The group meets each month for community and faith building. See monthly events and activities posted on the website - stop in for some fun and meet new people!
St. John's Theology Day
Friday, March 4, 9:00a - 12:00p ONLINE
Registration Required (5 Business Days Prior to Event)
Registration Link: https://www.csbsju.edu/sot/sem/alumni-and-friends/attend-events/theology-day
Theology Day is a chance for people in our communities who are seeking a deeper understanding of their faith and its place in their everyday lives to learn from and interact with the theologians of Saint John's School of Theology and Seminary. It offers a chance for these scholars to gain insights and grow in their faith, as well.
Topic: The Garden of Eden and the Human Condition: Nostalgia or Anticipation? Presenter: Fr. Michael Patella, OSB
The story of Adam and Eve, originating over two-and-a-half millennia ago, arose at a time when the anthropological worldview was vastly different from our own. While we now stand under the light of the Big Bang Theory and evolutionary biology, this Genesis account of the human condition is still the basis for Christian salvation history. Prompted by the results of scientific discovery, Fr Michael Patella will explore the questions science raises for our concept of sin as well as pose an alternative framework for twenty-first century Christians to employ in their thinking about redemption.
St. Joseph's Youth Mass Series
Sundays (Monthly) - March 6, 6:00p - 7:30p
Parish Center, Masked are Required
St. Joseph's Middle and High School Faith Formation programming this year will have a wonderful addition as we re-introduce the Sunday 6:00p Youth Mass. This Mass is part of the youth's curriculum where they will learn the meaning, structure and participation of the Mass. Families and all parishioners are welcome to attend and are sure to learn a good deal from Father Terry.
St. John's Theology Day
Thursday, March 10, 6:30p - 9:00p
St. Joseph The Worker, Maple Grove
Registration Required (5 Business Days Prior to Event)
Registration Link: https://www.csbsju.edu/sot/sem/alumni-and-friends/attend-events/theology-day
Theology Day is a chance for people in our communities who are seeking a deeper understanding of their faith and its place in their everyday lives to learn from and interact with the theologians of Saint John's School of Theology and Seminary. It offers a chance for these scholars to gain insights and grow in their faith, as well.
Topic: Apples and Oranges? An Interreligious Approach to Loving God and Neighbor
Presenter: Chris Conway, Ph.D.The reality of religious pluralism—that there are many religions, that many good and sincere people practice these many religions, and that these many religions will remain many—invites us to grow in our love for God and neighbor by encountering what is true, good, and holy in these traditions. But where and how do we begin this interreligious learning? With examples from Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism, we will explore the possibilities religious pluralism and comparative theology provide.
St. Joseph's Youth Mass Series
Sundays (Monthly) - April 3, 6:00p - 7:30p
Parish Center, Masked are Required
St. Joseph's Middle and High School Faith Formation programming this year will have a wonderful addition as we re-introduce the Sunday 6:00p Youth Mass. This Mass is part of the youth's curriculum where they will learn the meaning, structure and participation of the Mass. Families and all parishioners are welcome to attend and are sure to learn a good deal from Father Terry.
St. Joseph's Young Adult Event - Game Night!Wednesday, April 6, 8:00p, Cossette's Home
See Website for More Info and Flocknote for Location
Join our young adults program! The group meets each month for community and faith building. See monthly events and activities posted on the website - stop in for some fun and meet new people!
St. John's Theology Day
Thursday, April 22, 9:00a - 1:00p ONLINE
Registration Required (5 Business Days Prior to Event)
Registration Link: https://www.csbsju.edu/sot/sem/alumni-and-friends/attend-events/theology-day
Theology Day is a chance for people in our communities who are seeking a deeper understanding of their faith and its place in their everyday lives to learn from and interact with the theologians of Saint John's School of Theology and Seminary. It offers a chance for these scholars to gain insights and grow in their faith, as well.
Topic: Apples and Oranges? An Interreligious Approach to Loving God and Neighbor
Presenter: Chris Conway, Ph.D.The reality of religious pluralism—that there are many religions, that many good and sincere people practice these many religions, and that these many religions will remain many—invites us to grow in our love for God and neighbor by encountering what is true, good, and holy in these traditions. But where and how do we begin this interreligious learning? With examples from Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism, we will explore the possibilities religious pluralism and comparative theology provide.
St. John's Theology Day
Saturday, April 30, 9:00a - 11:00a ONLINE
Registration Required (5 Business Days Prior to Event)
Registration Link: https://www.csbsju.edu/sot/sem/alumni-and-friends/attend-events/theology-day
Theology Day is a chance for people in our communities who are seeking a deeper understanding of their faith and its place in their everyday lives to learn from and interact with the theologians of Saint John's School of Theology and Seminary. It offers a chance for these scholars to gain insights and grow in their faith, as well.
Topic: Theologies of Disability and Aging: Becoming a Vulnerable Communion
Presenter: Audrey Seah, Ph.D.
People with disabilities are the world’s largest minority, yet they are consistently overlooked and excluded by church and society. This lecture provides an introduction to the growing field of disability theology which aims to right this wrong. Join us to see how God, church, and society can be reimagined when the experiences of people with disabilities become a locus for theological development. We will look especially at disabilities that often arise as one ages: changes in hearing abilities, cognative abilities, and mobility.
St. Joseph's Youth Mass Series
Sundays (Monthly) - May 1, 6:00p - 7:30p
Parish Center, Masked are Required
St. Joseph's Middle and High School Faith Formation programming this year will have a wonderful addition as we re-introduce the Sunday 6:00p Youth Mass. This Mass is part of the youth's curriculum where they will learn the meaning, structure and participation of the Mass. Families and all parishioners are welcome to attend and are sure to learn a good deal from Father Terry.
St. Joseph's Young Adult Event - Game Night!Wednesday, May 4, 8:00p, Cossette's Home
See Website for More Info and Flocknote for Location
Join our young adults program! The group meets each month for community and faith building. See monthly events and activities posted on the website - stop in for some fun and meet new people!
St. Joseph's Young Adult Event - Game Night!Wednesday, June 1, 8:00p, Cossette's Home
See Website for More Info and Flocknote for Location
Join our young adults program! The group meets each month for community and faith building. See monthly events and activities posted on the website - stop in for some fun and meet new people!
Red Cross Blood Drive - Save a Life!
Thursday, July 7
Parish Center, 12:00p - 6:00p
Give blood. Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood.
Appointments or Info: Call 1-800-RED CROSS (733-2767), visit RedCrossBlood.org (enter Sponsor Code: ST JOE NEW HOPE), contact Blake at 763-544-3070, or sign-up after Mass.