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Inspirational Resources for Faith Formation in May
Discover all the best Catholic content in one place. Entertaining movies, enlightening programs, inspiring. See more...
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Tuesdays, August 27 - October 22, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Dining Room
Did you know that 89% of the people in a typical American parish don’t have a financial safety net?
Shocked? We were too. But there’s hope! And that hope is Financial Peace University. Financial Peace University is a nine-lesson course taught by Dave Ramsey and his team of financial experts. With Financial Peace University, our members will learn step-by-step how to handle money using biblical wisdom and common sense. See more...
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Blood Drive!
Tuesday, July 31, 2:00 - 7:00 PM, Cassidy Hall
Our Lady of Grace is hosting another Red Cross Blood Drive. There is an urgent need for blood, and you can sign up online by going to www.redcrossblood.org and entering OURLADYOFGRACE (one word) or contact Melissa Miller to schedule your appointment. Each pint of blood can save up to three lives and donating takes under an hour. This might be the most generous thing you do all year.
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Join us Monday nights at 7PM!
Who better to look to for guidance on evangelization than the Apostles and disciples of the early Church? And what better place to read their stories than in the firsthand account of the Acts of the Apostles? In the ten-part series Evangelization and the Acts of the Apostles, Dr. Mary Healy combines insightful biblical study with Church teaching and practical advice to show how modern Catholics can effectively impact their world for Jesus Christ. See more!
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Join us for our annual summer social event! All men of the parish community are invited. We will set up a tent on the Athletic Fields and, for the first time in our history, put on a pig roast. To that we'll add coleslaw, potato salad, corn, greens and a plethora of beverages. We will use this event to celebrate our extremely successful past year and welcome new parish members to the Men's Club. See more...
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Join us for the weekly West Metro Young Adults Sports Night. These events are Friday nights at one of three locations: St. John's in Hopkins, St Joseph's in Hopkins, or Our Lady of Grace in Edina. The St. John's location is used for indoor sports nights and the St. Joseph's and Our Lady of Grace locations are used for outdoor sports nights. Please pay specific attention to the location for each particular sports night event.
All young adults ages 18-39 are invited to join us regardless of your faith background.
If inside, we play volleyball and basketball on a consistent basis and occasionally dodge ball. If outside, we play ultimate frisbee and soccer on a consistent basis and occasionally kickball. All are great fun - come out and play!
*Side note: Whenever there is inclement weather, check the Facebook event page for any changes to the schedule and location.
For more information check out this LINK to get to WMYA Facebook page
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We are looking for volunteers to help with the Baptism ministry. This is a delightful way to meet the newest members of our congregation! Duties would include helping at the Baptism liturgy. One hour per month is all we ask.
Contact Shelly Aebi at shellyaebi@olgparish.org or in the Parish Office (x9041) if you would like to register or ask questions.
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Celebrating 70 Years of Grace!
Saturday, September 21
Events and highlights will include: morning 5K event and OLG School Marathon Celebration activities; carnival and midway activities; 5:00 PM Mass; group gatherings by decades; school tours; outdoor Rock The Fields evening event; indoor wine and appetizers evening event. Visit www.olgschool.net/alumni for more information, to update your contact information and join our OLG Alumni facebook event.
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FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE
Archdiocesan Synod: New Web Page, Prayer and Listening Events
At Pentecost, the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis began a Synod process. Learn more about the Synod and see a listing of Prayer and Listening events scheduled for fall 2019 – winter 2020 at archspm.org/synod.
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MARRIAGE, FAMILY AND LIFE
St. John Paul II Champions for Life Awards – Nominations Now Open
Do you know of someone who devotes his or her time helping the poor, elderly, disabled, pregnant, or is committed to praying for Respect Life issues? He or she may be our next Champion for Life! The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis is looking to honor those who respect life at our annual St. John Paul II Champions for Life Awards.
Find more information online, including online and print nomination forms, as well as a flyer. Nomination deadline is August 1, 2019. The awards luncheon will be Thursday, October 31 at St. Peter, Mendota. Questions? Please contact Nancy Schulte Palacheck at 651-291-4489 or schulten@archspm.org.
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EVANGELIZATION
Grandparents Apostolate Celebrates the Feast of Saints Joachim and Anne
Friday, July 26
8:45 a.m. (Optional: Mass at 8:15 a.m.)
Nativity of Our Lord, St. Paul
All grandparents are invited to an event of celebration with prayer, enrichment, encouragement and fellowship highlighted by a presentation by Father Nick Hagen, who will present on “Listening to the Holy Spirit with Saints Joachim and Anne.” Steiner Hall is wheel chair accessible and refreshments will be served. No registration is required. For more information contact Lilee at lilee_perera@hotmail.com or 651-414-9367.
Ad Limina Pilgrimage to Rome – Young Adults Invited to Apply
Application deadline is August 15. Pilgrimage dates: January 9-18, 2020
Young adults ages 21-35 are invited to apply to join Archbishop Hebda, Bishop Cozzens and world renowned art historian Elizabeth Lev on a pilgrimage to Rome to deliver the report on the state of the Archdiocese to the Holy Father. For application instructions, costs, flyer, and details visit archspm.org/ad-limina. Questions and applications should be directed to Enzo Randazzo, randazzov@archspm.org, or 651-291-4483.
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MINISTERIO LATINO
Completamente Comprometidos (Fully Engaged)
20 de julio de 2019
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Centro Católico Arquidiocesano, 777 Forest Street, St. Paul
Formación gratuita en español para parejas asesoras que prepararan a las parejas en su camino al matrimonio.
Contacto: Verónica Arias, Tel: 651-251-7773
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ARCHBISHOP FLYNN CATECHETICAL INSTITUTE
Application Deadline Extended to July 31
This fall, the Archbishop Flynn Catechetical Institute will offer the two-year foundational course “Pillars: A Journey through the Catechism” at Mary, Mother of the Church in Burnsville.
Applications are now being accepted through July 31, 2019, for the class beginning in September. For more information and an application to become part of the Class of St. Catherine of Siena call 651-962-5072 or visit semssp.org/ci.
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MINISTERIAL STANDARDS AND SAFE ENVIRONMENT
Twin Cities Survivors Peace Circle
The Twin Cities Survivors Peace Circle is open to all who have experienced the trauma of clergy sexual abuse. The purpose of this group is to gather victims/survivors/thrivers in a safe, supportive environment to share their experiences, listen to others, and explore healing. All are welcome and privacy is respected. Contact Jim with questions, concerns or comments: 773-412-0909.
Saturday, May 11 (NOTE! Previously scheduled for May 18), 12-1:45 p.m. Theme: “Tending Gardens: Looking around and ahead”
Hennepin County Library: Webber Park Branch (Webber Room), 4440 Humboldt Ave. N., Minneapolis
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