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St. Bonaventure Annual Garage Sale — May 7-10: 5-7:30 p.m. May 7, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. May 8, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. May 9, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. May 10, at St. Bonaventure, 901 E. 90th St., Bloomington. Join us for our annual garage sale, where great deals meet community support! $2 admission Wednesday preview sale, half price day Friday, $5 bag day Saturday. https://www.saintbonaventure.org/garage-sale.html
Luxury Bingo Annual Fundraiser for Women’s Care Center — May 8: 6-8:30 p.m. at Rush Creek Golf Course, 7801 County Road 101, Maple Grove. Join us for this one-of-a-kind event featuring luxurious high-end prizes, fabulous food and drink and lots of fun with Women’s Care Center friends! All proceeds benefit life-saving services of WCC-Anoka, where we provide expectant mothers and babies wrap-around care from pregnancy to kindergarten.
Holy Childhood Rummage Sale — May 8-9: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at Holy Childhood, 1435 Midway Parkway, Saint Paul. Huge sale with many treasures: household, clothing, books, puzzles, small furniture, vintage. Bag day on Friday. Enter off of Pascal. https://www.holychildhoodparish.org/events/rummage-sale
Swing into Spring at St. Peter’s — May 10: 6:15-9:30 p.m. at St. Peter, 1405 Sibley Memorial Highway, Mendota Heights. Swing dance the night away, or just come to sit and listen to the sound of the North Star Big Band. $10 adults over 18, and $5 for ages 18 and under. Brat or hotdog meal with chips, coleslaw, and dessert for $7 ($5 for hot dog). http://www.stpetersmendota.org
48th Annual St. George Church Rummage Sale — May 14-15: St. George, 133 N. Brown Road, Long Lake. Hosted by the St. George Women’s Council. Better Goods room is back plus shop for unique finds; 50% off after 5 p.m. May 14 and May 15 is our bag sale. A sloppy joe lunch will be offered. http://stgeorgelonglake.org
Art-a-Whirl — May 16, 17, 18: 5-10 p.m. May 16, noon-8 p.m. May 17, noon-5 p.m. May 18 at St. Clement, 901 24th Ave. NE, Minneapolis. Art-A-Whirl is a free art studio tour throughout Northeast Minneapolis. St. Clement will host over a dozen artists showcasing painting, ceramics, woodworking, photography and more. Polish happy hour the evening of May 16th. http://www.ourholycross.org/artawhirl
Children’s Clothing and Toy Sale — May 17-18: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at St. Joseph the Worker, 7180 Hemlock Lane N., Maple Grove. Excellent items for children including: All-seasons clothing; newborn to 16. Outerwear, footwear, baby accessories & essentials, furniture, strollers, car seats, booster seats, books, games outdoor toys, bikes, children’s sporting goods & more! https://sjtw.net/childrens-sale-1
Rosary Society Spring Tea — May 17: 1-4 p.m. at St. Matthew, 510 Hall Ave., St. Paul. Enjoy tea, coffee and lemonade, plus assorted sweet and savory treats. Advanced tickets required, and can be purchased by calling the parish center at 651-224-9793. Cost: Adults: $15, ages 65-plus: $12, ages 10 and under: $7. Enter at Door #5. https://www.st-matts.org/blog/st-matthews-rosary-societys-spring-tea
SJV Spring Festival — May 18: 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at 840 19th Ave. N., South St. Paul. Craft boutique, games for kids and grownups, bake sale, bingo, raffles, flowers from Gertens, food and beverages, free face painting and goodie bags for kids. http://sjvssp.org
St. Alphonsus Garage Sale — May 23-25: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at St. Alphonsus, 7025 Halifax Ave. N., Brooklyn Center. St. Alphonsus Catholic Church is hosting an annual garage sale in the gym. There will be indoor & outdoor seasonal decorations, furniture, houseware and home goods, clothing items and jewelry. Prices are very reasonable. http://stalsmn.org
St. Bridget rummage sale — May 29-31: Thurs. 1-5 p.m., Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. 8-11 a.m., 11:30-12:30 p.m., at St. Bridget, 3820 Emerson Ave. N., Minneapolis. . http://stbridetnorthside.com
St. Rita’s Perennial Plant Sale — May 31: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at St. Rita, 8694 80th St. S., Cottage Grove. St. Rita’s Mission Outreach Commission will hold their yearly sale of perennial plants on Saturday, May 31, 2025 from 9 am to 12 noon. The sale includes a large variety of gardener-tested perennials including hostas, lilies, and many more. http://www.saintritas.org
St. Mary’s Church Rummage/Bake Sale — June 12-14:Thurs. 5-8 p.m., Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-noon, at 4690 Bald Eagle Ave., White Bear Lake. Selling household goods, clothing, books/CDs/DVDs, electronics, sporting equipment and bake sale. $5 bag day Saturday.
St. Bernard Pilgrimage to the Cathedral — June 14: 8:30-11:30 a.m. at. St. Bernard, 187 Geranium Ave. W., St. Paul. Join us for a walking pilgrimage from St. Bernard to the Cathedral! We will begin with mass at 8:30 a.m. at St. Bernard, and then process to the Cathedral with rosaries and hymns to receive the plenary indulgence for the jubilee year and ask a blessing of the Archbishop.
Godspell — June 19-20: 7-9:15 p.m. both nights at St. Joan of Arc, 4537 Third Ave. S., Minneapolis. Join the St. Joan of Arc community for Godspell—a joyful mix of music, laughter, and faith. Come support our talented cast & crew in this heartwarming celebration of community. Let’s fill the seats with joy and cheer! http://stjoan.com
40 Hours of Adoration — June 19-21: 8 p.m., June 19-5 p.m., June 21, at Ascension, 323 Reform St. N., Norwood Young America. The Church of the Ascension will be having a special 40 Hours of Adoration starting with a special mass and benediction on Thursday June 19 and ending with a Saturday evening Corpus Christi mass June 21. Sign up for a time via our website! http://www.ascensionstbernardparishes.org
Godspell — June 21-22: 2-4:15 p.m. both days at St. Joan of Arc, 4537 Third Ave. S., Minneapolis. Join the St. Joan of Arc community for Godspell—a joyful mix of music, laughter, and faith. Come support our talented cast & crew in this heartwarming celebration of community. Let’s fill the seats with joy and cheer! http://stjoan.com
St. Boniface Annual Rummage Sale — June 19-21: 7 a.m.-7 p.m. at St. Boniface, 8801 Wildwood Ave., St. Boniface. Join us for our annual St. Boniface Rummage Sale. Saturday is bag sale! You don’t want to miss this one! For more information email: office@saintboni.org. http://saintboni.org
Catholic Hope in Uncertain Times — June 25: 7-8:30 p.m. at St. Paul, 1740 Bunker Lake Blvd. NE, Ham Lake. Join Jason Adkins, Esq., Executive Director of the Minnesota Catholic Conference, and Dr. Tod Worner, Managing Editor of Evangelization & Culture, for an inspiring evening on living the Catholic faith with hope and courage. http://www.churchofsaintpaul.com/catholic-hope
Raise the Roof Fundraiser —July 10-13: 5 p.m. at The Stanchion Bar, 20037 County Highway 10, Corcoran. The concession fundraiser will be held outdoors at the during the Hamel Rodeo. All proceeds go to the St. Thomas Capital Campaign to support “Raising the Roof” on the new church. https://www.churchofstthomas.org/events-1/rtr25
Solanus Hike & Bike — July 26: 6:30 a.m. at St. Michael, 611 Third St. S., Stillwater. St. Michael and St. Mary have teamed up with the Franciscan Brothers of Peace to offer Solanus Hike & Bike: a multi-option pilgrimage ending at St. Michael’s for 4:30 p.m. mass and a pizza party! http://www.stmichaelandstmarystillwater.org/solanus-hike-bike
Basilica Golf Scramble — Aug. 18: 10 a.m. at The Town & Country Club, 300 N. Mississippi River Blvd., St. Paul. Join Fr. Daniel Griffith and Basilica parishioners and friends for an afternoon of golf to support the many ministries that are part of The Basilica’s active faith community! Limited to 30 groups of four. http://mary.org/golf
St. Peter Fall Festival — Sept. 20-21: at 2600 Margaret St. N., North St. Paul. Including bingo, live music Saturday and Sunday, pancake breakfast, an art and craft market, inflatables, games for all ages, cornhole tournament. http://www.churchofstpeternsp.org/festival
DINING OUT
WORSHIP+RETREATS
Women’s Weekend: Pilgrims of Hope — May 9-11: Christ the King Retreat Center, 621 First Ave. S., Buffalo. Experience beautiful surroundings, fellowship and spiritual renewal during this holy year of grace. Call 763-682-1394 for more info or register online. http://www.kingshouse.com
Women’s Mid-week Retreat – Finding God in Difficult Times — May 13-15: 7 p.m., May 13-12:30 p.m., May 15 at Franciscan Retreats and Spirituality Center, 16385 Saint Francis Lane, Prior Lake. Enter into prayer, reflection, and learning. Four Conference talks, guided prayer, spiritual direction, holy hour, ample free time for personal reflection, unhurried confession and rest. All meals are cooked on site. Gardens blooming. 952-447-2182, http://franciscanretreats.net
Healing Mass — May 22: 7-9 p.m. at St. Michael, 11300 Frankfort Parkway, St. Michael. Healing Mass celebrated by Fr. Park. Following Mass, Fr. Park will individually pray over all of those who would like prayer. Prayer teams will also be available after Mass to pray for specific needs. http://stmcatholicchurch.org/church
Memory Care Mass — May 22: 1:30-3 p.m. at St. Odilia, 3495 Victoria St. N., Shoreview. All are welcome, especially anyone experiencing memory loss, their family members and their caregivers. Hospitality after Mass for socializing and community resource information will be available. For information, call 651-484-6681. http://www.stodilia.org
Divine Will Retreat — June 6-7: 6 p.m. at Mary, Mother of the Church, 3333 Cliff Road E., Burnsville. This retreat will feature Mother Gabrielle Marie Breaux, Mother Superior and Foundress of the Daughters of Divine Will. There is no fee to attend (Free-will donation appreciated). Register by May 1. https://divinewillmn.com/
June Women’s Mid-Week Retreat — June 10-12: Franciscan Retreats and Spirituality Center, 16385 Saint Francis Lane, Prior Lake. Enter into prayer, reflection and learning. Four conference talks; guided prayer; spiritual direction; Holy Hour; free time for personal reflection, confession and rest. All meals are cooked on site. http://franciscanretreats.net
June Silent Weekend Retreat — June 19-22: Franciscan Retreats and Spirituality Center, 16385 Saint Francis Lane, Prior Lake. Enter into silent prayer, reflection and learning. Four conference talks; guided prayer; spiritual direction; Holy Hour; free time for personal reflection, confession and rest. All meals are cooked on site. http://franciscanretreats.net
Memory Care Mass (formerly Dementia Friendly Mass) — June 26, Aug. 21, Oct. 23, Dec. 11: 1:30-2:30 p.m. at St. Mary of the Lake, 4741 Bald Eagle Ave., White Bear Lake. A special Mass for people living with dementia, family members, and their caregivers. The Mass is shorter in length and held in the chapel for a more comfortable environment. Hospitality and fellowship after Mass allows for important social time. http://stmarys-wbl.org
Ignatian Silent Retreat for Couples — July 11-13: 4 p.m., July 11-1 p.m. July 13 at Christ the King Retreat Center, 621 1st Ave. S., Buffalo. This weekend retreat offers couples the ability to explore together how God is inviting them to grow, individually and as a couple. Susan Stabile, a spiritual director trained in Ignatian Spirituality, will lead the retreat. https://ignatianspiritualitycenter.org/event/fall-in-love-stay-in-love-an-ignatian-weekend-retreat-for-couples-2025/
Silent Retreat for Men and Women: “Don’t Run from Problems, Run to Emmaus” — July 18-20: 8 p.m., July 18-1 p.m., July 20 at Christ the King Retreat Center, 621 First Ave. S., Buffalo. Whatever we fear in the future no longer will be an overwhelming fear but rather another opportunity to share hearts and grow again. Conferences, Mass, confession, rest; spiritual direction available. Presentation by Fr. Matt Linn, S.J. Private accommodations and meals included. http://www.kingshouse.com
Silent Retreat for Men and Women: “Being Disciples of Jesus in Charity, Justice and Prophecy: Why being Good Heart if not Enough” — Aug. 1-3: 8 p.m., Aug. 1-1 p.m., Aug. 3 at Christ the King Retreat Center, 621 First Ave. S., Buffalo. Church and civil communities have never been more divided about what constitutes charity, justice, and prophecy. What does scripture teach us on this? What is the church’s authentic tradition? A spirituality of charity, justice and prophecy. Presentation by Fr. Ron Rolheiser, O.M.I. Private accommodations and meals included. http://www.kingshouse.com
August Silent Retreat — Aug. 7-10: Franciscan Retreats and Spirituality Center, 16385 Saint Francis Lane, Prior Lake. Enter into prayer, reflection and learning. Four conference talks; guided prayer; spiritual direction; Holy Hour; free time for personal reflection, confession and rest. All meals are cooked on site. http://franciscanretreats.net
Memory Care Mass (formerly Dementia Friendly Mass) — June 26, Aug. 21, Oct. 23, Dec. 11: 1:30-2:30 p.m. at St. Mary of the Lake, 4741 Bald Eagle Ave., White Bear Lake. A special Mass for people living with dementia, family members, and their caregivers. The Mass is shorter in length and held in the chapel for a more comfortable environment. Hospitality and fellowship after Mass allows for important social time. http://stmarys-wbl.org
September Women’s Mid-Week Retreat — Sept. 9-11: Franciscan Retreats and Spirituality Center, 16385 Saint Francis Lane, Prior Lake. Enter into prayer, reflection and learning. Four conference talks; guided prayer; spiritual direction; Holy Hour; free time for personal reflection, confession and rest. All meals are cooked on site. http://franciscanretreats.net
September Silent Weekend Retreat — Sept. 25-28: Franciscan Retreats and Spirituality Center, 16385 Saint Francis Lane, Prior Lake. Three nights. Enter into silent prayer, reflection and learning. Four conference talks; guided prayer; spiritual direction; Holy Hour; free time for personal reflection, confession and rest. All meals are cooked on site. http://franciscanretreats.net
Memory Care Mass (formerly Dementia Friendly Mass) — June 26, Aug. 21, Oct. 23, Dec. 11: 1:30-2:30 p.m. at St. Mary of the Lake, 4741 Bald Eagle Ave., White Bear Lake. A special Mass for people living with dementia, family members, and their caregivers. The Mass is shorter in length and held in the chapel for a more comfortable environment. Hospitality and fellowship after Mass allows for important social time. http://stmarys-wbl.org
Ignatian Men’s Silent Retreat — Thursday-Sunday most weeks at Demontreville Jesuit Retreat House, 8243 Demontreville Trl. N., Lake Elmo. Let God meet you at a beautiful retreat location in Lake Elmo, MN. The cost is a freewill donation. www.demontrevilleretreat.com
CONFERENCES+WORKSHOPS
Next Chapter Retirement Information Session — May 7: 7-8 p.m. at University of St. Thomas, 2115 Summit Ave., St. Paul. Are you retiring in the near future? What is God calling you to do in this new phase of life? Come to a “Next Chapter Program” Info Session on campus to learn more. Sponsored by the University of St Thomas. Register on website. https://www.stthomas.edu/mission/office/next-chapter/index.html#next-chapter
Minnesota Catholic Home Education Conference & Curriculum Fair — May 30-31: 4-8:30 p.m. May 30, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. May 31, at St. Paul College, 235 Marshall Ave., St. Paul. Featuring Ken and Kerri Davison of Holy Heroes as keynote speakers, this event empowers parents as the primary educators of their children. Don’t miss the inspiring workshops, outstanding vendors, and community support! http://www.mnconference.org
“Newman’s Priestly Ministry”: 2025 St. John Henry Newman Annual Conference — July 24-26: 2 p.m. July 24-1 p.m. July 26, at Christ the King Retreat Center, 621 First Ave. S., Buffalo. Spend 48 hours in a beautiful retreat setting growing in our faith and understanding of St. John Henry Newman. Includes academic and devotional papers, worship and social time, lodging and meals. Commuter (no lodging) rates available. http://stjhnaa.org
ARISE! Musical-in-a-week summer camp — July 14-20: 9 a.m., July 14-5:30 a.m., July 20 at Maternity of Mary 1414 Dale St. N., Saint Paul. Join ARISE! Maternity of Mary’s Youth Choir and Musical Theater Summer Camp. Children (age 7-18) will prepare and perform Emmaus the Musical, discovering and developing their God-given talents, culminating in a performance at the week! maternityofmarychurch.org/arise
MUSIC
SCHOOLS
Preschool and Kindergarten Superhero Family Blast — May 18: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Nativity of Mary School, 9901 E. Bloomington Freeway, Bloomington. Join us for a fun-filled event featuring superhero-themed activities, snacks, a photo booth, and more. Come meet our amazing teachers and explore what makes Nativity a super place to learn and grow! To RSVP and learn more details, go to our website. http://school.nativitybloomington.org
Benilde-St. Margaret’s Class of 2025 Commencement — May 30: 7-9 p.m. at Benilde-St. Margaret’s, 2501 Highway 100, St. Louis Park. https://www.bsmschool.org
Spirit’s Cup Golf Tournament — June 27: 11 a.m. at Daytona Golf Club, 14730 Lawndale Lane N., Dayton. Join Holy Spirit Academy for our first ever Golf Tournament! The game play will be a four-person scramble, so gather your team and head to the course! https://holyspiritacademy.org/spirits-cup/
SPEAKERS+SEMINARS
Study group on the Catechism of the Catholic Church with Douglas Bushman, S.T.L. — Jan. 10-May 30 – all Fridays except Good Friday: 7:30-9 p.m. at 3204 East 43rd St., Minneapolis. Free-will offering. Participants may come to any or all of the sessions (each evening will be able to stand on its own). http://sainthelenampls.org sondag@sainthelenampls.org
Praying and Living the Mass after Vatican II — May 15: 6:30 p.m. at Mary, Mother of the Church, 3333 Cliff Road E., Burnsville. Father Jan Michael Joncas, the presenter, is a retired priest of the archdiocese and professor emeritus of the University of St. Thomas. https://www.mmotc.org/
Life is Good Speaker Series — May 20-21: 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at St. John the Baptist, 680 Mill St., Excelsior. Come and listen to Laura Elm, who formerly worked for an IVF company. After learning the hard truths about IVF, Elm was inspired to extend mercy and compassion to families and their very young ones. Elm founded Sacred Heart Guardians. https://stjohns-excelsior.org/
Unchaste Celibacy Part III: A Webinar for Survivors and Those Who Care for Them — May 26: 6:30-8 p.m. Virtual webinar on the topic of hierarchical responses to clergy sexual misconduct and abuse of adults. Dr. Stephen de Weger, presenter, is an academic from Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane, Australia. He completed his master’s degree and Ph.D. on victim/survivor experiences of both clergy sexual misconduct against adults in the Roman Catholic Church, and the reporting thereof. For more information, contact Paula Kaempffer at kaempfferp@archspm.org. Register at https://tinyurl.com/yrc9bzn4. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to join the meeting.
Damascus Partnership: Archbishop Nassar — June 26: 5:30-7:30 p.m. at The Basilica of St. Mary, 1600 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis. Archbishop Samir Nassar, the Maronite Archbishop of Damascus, will share about the current situation in Syria and ways he finds hope in this Jubilee year. Join us for this powerful event and learn more about the Archdiocesan Partnership with the Maronite Archeparch of Damascus, Syria. Register at tinyurl.com/zzp9ysjt.
OTHER EVENTS
Advocacy Day and Rally for Nonpublic School Students — May 7: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., rally at 1:30 p.m., at the State Capitol Rotunda, 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., St. Paul. Proposed cuts to nonpublic pupil aid are moving forward in the legislative process. Show up at the Capitol, rally with others and connect with your legislators to ensure these harmful cuts are removed from budget talks and that these important aids are preserved for future students. Registration and more information at https://www.mncatholic.org/rally25?utm_campaign=25_0417_can_newsletter_2&utm_medium=email&utm_source=mncatholic
“Go Down Moses”: The Story of Harriet Tubman — May 8: 6 p.m. at Maplewood Library, 3025 Southlawn Drive, Maplewood. Come see this musical movie on the heroic story of Harriet Tubman, African American liberator and woman of God.
Franciscan International Award Dinner — May 8: 6-9 p.m. at Wilds Golf Club, 3151 Wilds Ridge Court, Prior Lake. For 65 years, this event has been an opportunity for retreatants and friends of Franciscan Retreats and Spirituality Center to gather together and support the ministry of the retreat house. Call the Franciscan Retreat Center at 952-447-2182. https://franciscanretreats.net/franciscan-international-award
Taizé — May 9: 7 p.m.-8 p.m. at St. Mary of the Lake, 4741 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake. All are welcome to this evening prayer which consists of music, scripture, and silence. Taizé will be held in the Notre Dame Chapel at St. Mary of the Lake Church.
Abria’s Life is Wonderful Fun Run — May 10: 9 a.m.-12: p.m. at Lake Harriet Bandshell Park, 4135 W. Lake Harriet Parkway, Minneapolis. Join the celebration of motherhood at Abria’s Life is Wonderful Fun Run on Mother’s Day weekend by participating in the 10/5K walk or run! Abria Pregnancy Resources is a non-profit dedicated to supporting women who face unexpected pregnancies. http://raceroster.com/events/2025/103411/life-is-wonderful-5k10k-walk-and-fun-run
St. Vincent de Paul Holy Family Bingo — May 10: 1-3 p.m. at Holy Family Academy, 5925 West Lake St., Saint Louis Park. Join us for bingo, popcorn, and fellowship! Proceeds support Society of St. Vincent de Paul to help our Neighbors In Need. Go to the back side of the school (parking lot side), street parking also available. $18 cash only at door; must be ages 18 or older to play. http://www.svdphf.org
A Celebration of St. Philip Neri — May 28: 4-9 p.m. at St. Mary in Lowertown, 267 Eighth St. E., St. Paul. The aspiring Lowertown Oratory invites you to an evening of prayer, reflection and a catered dinner to celebrate St. Philip Neri and the work of the Oratory. https://donorbox.org/events/754920/steps/choose_tickets
Immersion Trip to Chimbote, Peru — Aug. 12-20 (Register by May 15): Join the Center for Mission August 12-20 as we journey to Chimbote, Peru. Learn more about our universal faith, be inspired by the people you serve and serve with. Transform your understanding of what it means to be the “body of Christ,” and encounter Christ in those you serve. Visit our website for more information at https://centerformission.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Center-for-Mission-2025-Mission-Flyer-FINAL.pdf or contact Janine Ricker at 651-291-4504. Deadline to sign up is May 15, trip open to anyone over age 21. We look forward to sharing the mission experience with you.
Missionary Sisters Annual Plant Sale — May 17: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Missionary Sisters of St. Peter, 265 Century Ave. S., Woodbury. A wide variety of perennials, come support the Missionary Sisters. https://www.clavermissionarysisters.org/
Local Author Book Signing — May 17: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at St. Patrick’s Guild, 1554 Randolph Ave., St. Paul. A family day awaits at St. Patrick’s Guild on May 17 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. to celebrate the release of “Dragon Slayers: The Essential Training Guide for Young Dragon Fighters.”
First Annual Being Prolife in Minnesota Today Fundraiser — May 19: 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Guardian Angels, 8260 N. 4th St., Oakdale. Come support Options for Women East! RSVP to Terry Quinn at tquinn@guardian-angels.org. Free will offering.
Calvary Cemetery Memorial Day Mass — May 26: 10 a.m. at Calvary Cemetery, 753 Front Ave., St. Paul. Calvary Cemetery’s Annual Memorial Day will be held on Monday, May 26 at 10:00am rain or shine under the tent. https://catholic-cemeteries.org/memorial-day/
Gethsemane Cemetery Memorial Day Mass — May 26: 10 a.m. at Gethsemane Cemetery, 8151 42nd Ave. N., New Hope. Gethsemane Cemetery’s Annual Memorial Day will be held on Monday, May 26 at 10:00am rain or shine under the tent. https://catholic-cemeteries.org/memorial-day/
Resurrection Cemetery Memorial Day Mass — May 26: 10 a.m. at Resurrection Cemetery, 2101 Lexington Ave. S., Mendota Heights. Resurrection Cemetery’s Annual Memorial Day will be held on Monday, May 26 at 10:00am rain or shine under the tent. https://catholic-cemeteries.org/memorial-day/
St. Mary’s Cemetery Bilingual Memorial Day Mass — May 26: 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Cemetery, 4403 Chicago Ave., Minneapolis. St. Mary’s Cemetery Annual Memorial Day will be held on Monday, May 26 at 10:00am rain or shine under the tent. This Mass will be bilingual (Spanish & English). https://catholic-cemeteries.org/memorial-day/
20th Annual Northeast Eucharistic Procession — June 8: 1:30 p.m. at Holy Cross, 1621 University Ave., Minneapolis. Procession begins at Holy Cross Church and continues to All Saints by way of several other Northeast churches! A shuttle will run between All Saints & Holy Cross both before and after. http://ourholycross.org
Prenatal Partners for Life 18th annual benefit dinner — June 12: 5 p.m. at Leopold’s Mississippi Gardens, 9500 W. River Rd., Minneapolis. Join us for an inspirational evening featuring keynote speaker Katie Buck and Master of Ceremonies Matt Birk. Hear Katie’s talk about Deceptive Betrayal. PPFL offers hope and support for families facing an adverse diagnosis of their child. https://prenatalpartnersforlife.org/
Pilgrim Longing Encounter (an Eden Invitation event) — June 14: 4-9 p.m. at St. Peter, 1405 Sibley Memorial Highway, Mendota. Eden Invitation is a ministry headquartered in the archdiocese that strives to accompany individuals who might identify as LGBTQ+ and who desire to live in fidelity to the Church’s teaching on sexuality and the human person. An evening of talks and prayer includes a catered dinner, Mass at 5 p.m. $30 per person; registration closes June 4. Minors must be at least 16 and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. For questions, email contact@edeninvitation.com. More information and registration at tinyurl.com/mp2fmsm5.
St. John the Evangelist Watchmen Hog Roast — June 17: 6-8:30 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist, 2621 McMenemy St., Little Canada. All men are invited to join us for our annual Hog Roast Watchmen meeting on Tuesday June 17. The meeting format will be a 6 p.m. walking rosary, 6:30 p.m. hog roast food service, featuring guest Watchmen speakers and concluding with the Divine Mercy Chaplet. https://sjolc.org/watchmen
The Matchmaker — June 19, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28: 7 p.m. at St. Agnes, 530 Lafond Ave., St. Paul. Catholic community theater Missed the Boat Theatre presents The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder. Enjoy this lighthearted, family-friendly farce about finding love, adventure, and community in 1880s New York! http://missedtheboattheatre.com/matchmaker
Archdiocesan Marriage Day Celebration — June 21: 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of St. Paul, 239 Selby Ave., St. Paul. Celebrating the beautiful mystery of the mutual self-gift between a man and woman in the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony. Those celebrating their silver and golden anniversaries in the 2025 calendar year will be honored in a special way. For more information, contact Sonya Flomo at flomos@archspm.org, 651-291-4488
“Putt” Life into Reach — June 23: 2 p.m. at Crystal Lake Golf Course, 16725 Innsbrook Drive, Lakeville. 18-hole round of golf, dinner, and auction to support the mission of Elevate Life to ensure our 47 members’ pregnancy resource centers and clinics thrive and provide the best care for women facing unplanned or difficult pregnancies. http://www.elevatelifeusa.org/golf
His Name Hallowed concert — July 10: at Holy Family Catholic Stadium. Featuring Seph Schleuter and Aly Aleigha. Adults: $25, ages 8-17: $15, under 8: free. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/his-name-hallowed-tickets-1271267548459
Confirmation Classes for Persons with Disabilities — Aug. 2, 16: 9:30-11:30 a.m. at St. Richard, 7540 Penn Ave. S., Richfield. Both classes are mandatory for guardians and candidates. Registration forms will be available at 8:30 a.m. prior to the first class on August 2nd. For those who complete the classes, the Sacrament of Confirmation will be available at the Mass for Persons with Disabilities in September.
ONGOING GROUPS
Torchlight Readers: Book Study with Lay Dominicans — Every other Thursday starting July 17: 7:30 p.m.-midnight. Virtual meeting. Explore the Christian life through the charism of St. Dominic through a book study. Our first book will be St. Dominic’s Way of Life: A Path to Knowing and Loving God. For questions and to get the Google Meet link, contact jordanhazel3@gmail.com.
Catholic in Recovery — Every Sunday starting April 20: 7-8 p.m. at St. Mark, 2001 Dayton Ave., St. Paul. Catholic sacramental recovery and fellowship for those seeking freedom from addictions, compulsions, and unhealthy attachments. We overlap scripture reading, liturgical themes, and 12 step recovery topics. Questions? Call Eileen M. at 612-483-2973. http://catholicinrecovery.com
Bridge Club — Last Saturdays: 7–8:30 p.m. year-round at St. Joseph, 13015 Rockford Rd., Plymouth. ALL levels of players, from veteran to new, are warmly welcomed. Interested individuals can simply show up. Tables, treats and tallies are provided. For additional information, please contact Mike or Janet Malinowski 952-525-8708. stjosephparish.com/book-and-card-clubs
Calix Society — First and third Sundays: 9–10:30 a.m. First and third Sunday hosted by Cathedral of St. Paul, 239 Selby Ave., St. Paul. In Assembly Hall, Lower Level. It also is a potluck breakfast. Calix is a group of men, women, family or friends supporting the spiritual needs of recovering Catholics with alcohol or other addictions. Daily meetings available at www.calixsociety.org For more information call Jim at 612-383-8232 or Steve at 612-327-4370.
Career Transition Group — Third Thursdays: 7:30–8:30 a.m. at Holy Name of Jesus, 155 County Road 24, Wayzata. The Career Transition Group hosts speakers on various topics geared towards helping people who are looking for a job, change in career or to enhance job skills. The meetings also allow time for networking with others and opportunities for resume review. www.hnoj.org/career-transition-group
Fire on the Hill — Third Saturdays: 5:15 p.m. Mass followed by Praise and Worship at the Cathedral of St. Paul, starting Sept. 21 2024, until May 17, 2025.
Secular Franciscan Meeting of St. Leonard of Port Maurice Fraternity — Third Sundays: 2:15-3:45 p.m. at St. Olaf, 215 S 8th St. Minneapolis. General Membership Meeting of Secular Franciscans who belong to the Fraternity of St. Leonard of Port Maurice. We welcome any who are interested in living the Gospel Life in the manner of St. Francis and St. Clare to Come and see!
Secular Franciscan Order: St. Alphonsa Fraternity — June 29, July 27, Aug. 24, Sept. 28, Oct. 26, Nov. 23, Dec. 14: Church of the Epiphany, 1900 111th Ave. NW, Coon Rapids. Membership meeting of Secular Franciscans. We welcome all who are interested in living the Gospel Life to Come and See how we follow in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi and St. Clare. Meeting is held in the Hearth Room. Contact Jean at 763-496-9369. https://queenofpeaceregion.org/coon-rapids-st-alphonsa
Gifted and Belonging — Second Fridays: June 13, July 11 and August 8: 6:30-8 p.m., at Harmon Park, 230 Bernard St., West St. Paul. Meet at the corner of Bidwell and Bernard. GAB in the park! Gather on the second Friday of each month this summer for Catholic fellowship with young adults with disabilities seen and unseen. giftedandbelonging@gmail.com
Job Transitions and Networking Group — Tuesdays: 7–8:30 a.m. at St. Joseph the Worker, 7180 Hemlock Lane, Maple Grove. Are you unemployed, underemployed, looking to make a job change? Then join us to network, share ideas and learn about the job search process. This faith based meeting will take place every Tuesday. For questions email Bob at bob.sjtw@gmail.com. www.sjtw.net/job-transition-networking-group
Natural Family Planning (NFP) — Classes teach couples the Church approved methods on how to achieve or postpone pregnancy while embracing the beauty of God’s gift of sexuality. For a complete list of classes offered throughout the Archdiocese, visit www.archspm.org/family or call 651-291-4489.
Quilters for a Cause — First Fridays: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at St. Jerome, 380 East Roselawn, Maplewood. Make quilts to be donated to local charities. Quilting experience not necessary but basic machine skills are helpful. 651-771-1209 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087945155707
Restorative Support for Victims-Survivors — Monthly: 6:30-8 p.m. via Zoom. These groups are open to all victims-survivors.
- Victim-survivor support group for those abused by Clergy as adults — First Mondays
- Support group for relatives or friends of victims of Clergy sexual abuse — Second Mondays
- Victim-survivor support group —Third Mondays
- Survivor Peace Circle — Third Tuesdays
- Support group for men who have been sexually abused by clergy/religious — Fourth Wednesdays
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, kaempfferp@archspm.org or 651-291-4429.
SINGLES
Singles Group — ongoing second Saturday each month: 6:15 p.m. at St. Vincent de Paul, 9100 93rd Ave. N., Brooklyn Park. Gather for a potluck supper, conversation and games. 763-425-0412
YOUNG ADULTS
Young adults Catholic Young Professionals: Happy Hour + Bingo — June 5: 7 p.m. at 225 7th St. W., St. Paul (Patrick McGovern’s Pub). Catholic young professionals gather together for a night of happy hour and bingo. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/catholic-young-professionals-happy-hour-bingo-tickets-1374591934479?aff=oddtdtcreator
Online Evening Prayer with Young Adults — June 24: 7-8 p.m. on Zoom. Young adults ages 18+ are invited to pray online together with the School Sisters of Notre Dame and other young adults from across the U.S. and Canada on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Learn more and register for the Zoom link at ssnd.org/events.
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