Get Involved at Our Lady of Grace!
Our hope is that here you will find a community where you are able to use your gifts and talents for the glory of God. Below is a list of some of the many ways to get involved at OLG; click on the links below for further information!
Please see below for additional opportunities to get involved at OLG. If you have any questions or would like to get involved, please contact the Parish Office at 952-929-3317.
First Saturday Fellowship
Join us after the 8:30 AM Mass on the First Saturdays, September through May, and afterwards in the Dining Room for refreshments and fellowship.
Widows of Grace Fellowship
Join us for the 9:00 AM Mass on the second Fridays of the month and afterwards in the Dining Room for refreshments and fellowship. Contact Cheryl Broich at 952-201-8315.
Prayer Groups
There are prayer groups that meet in the Church and/or Chapel throughout the week. Click here for more details.
Living Rosary Prayer Network
Are you or someone you know in need of prayer? Volunteers for the Living Rosary Network pray one decade of the Rosary each day for prayer intentions. If you would like us to pray for you or a loved one, contact Sue Anderson at bssgox@aol.com or call 952-925-9290. We welcome new volunteers interested in this important spiritual support. Your only commitment is to pray!
Donut Sundays
Donut Sundays are back following the 9:30 AM Mass, and we need your help making them a success! No experience necessary. Volunteer shifts include setting up beverages and serving space, assisting with serving and hospitality, and light clean up. We need at least six adults per Mass. Children may assist with parents. Contact Claire Wallin with any questions at 320-224-5554. Sign up here!
Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministry equips lay people to provide confidential, one-to-one Christian care and support to individuals who are experiencing difficulties in their lives. If you could benefit from the care of a Stephen Minister, or if you are interested in becoming a Stephen Minister, contact one of our Stephen Ministry Leaders. Brochures are available in the kiosk in the Commons.
Extraordinary Ministers to the Homebound
Extraordinary Ministers to the Homebound visit parishioners in their homes and share the Eucharist with them. Ministers visit four to five homebound per month. Training is provided. If you are interested in becoming a Extraordinary Minister to the Homebound, or if you or someone you know is homebound and would like to receive Communion, contact Beryl Schewe at 952-929-3317 or berylschewe@olgparish.org.
Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus is the largest Catholic service organization in the world. Men at OLG Parish are members of the Marian Council (No. 3827) of the Knights of Columbus. The Marian Council is the largest and most active council in Minnesota, with over 1100 members. The brother knights at OLG are a Catholic fraternal organization of the parish identified as the "Knights of Columbus Roundtable," to provide support and service to our pastor and Church. Men of OLG are welcomed and encouraged to be part of the Knights of Columbus' many Christian activities and services. Contact the Parish Office for more information.
Prayer Shawl Knitters
Knit or crochet simple prayer shawls in the comfort of your own home. While knitting, pray for the health and healing of the person who will receive the prayer shawl and pray for God's love for oneself, the receiver's family, friends, and care team. Knitting instructions are here—but feel free to be creative and design your own shawl. Completed shawls can be dropped off in the Parish Office to be blessed before they are delivered to our sick and homebound. Instructions are also available at the front desk of the Parish Office. If you know someone who is homebound or ill and would like a prayer shawl, you may pick one up in the Parish Office.
Prison Ministry
Birthday cards are an attainable way for parishioners interested in meaningfully ministering to the imprisoned and forgotten. In 2024, the Birthday Card Ministry will take place July 19, August 16, September 20, October 18, November 15 and December 20 at 9:30 AM in the Dining Room after Mass. RSVPs appreciated but not required at 952-929-3317. OLG's partners with Twin Cities Prison Ministry, the coordinating body for prison ministry for the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis. Please contact Jeff Skinner at tcpm.jeff@gmail or 917-207-3877 for more information and additional way to support the Prison Ministry at OLG.