Lectio: Salvation with Dr. Michael Barber

So join us on Thursday from 7:00- 8:30PM in the Frassati Room!

At every Sunday Mass, Catholics confess that Jesus came down from heaven "for us men and for our salvation." But what does "salvation" mean? In this remarkable 10-part video series, Scripture scholar and theologian Michael Patrick Barber provides a thorough, deeply Catholic, and deeply biblical, answer.

Using the Lectio Divina approach of reading, reflecting, responding, and contemplating, the accompanying workbook presents classic artistry, penetrating questions, and personal reflection to take the teachings to a deeper level.

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Not Self Help

July 9th from 7- 8:30PM  

Not just fire insurance

July 16th from 7- 8:30PM  

Not without cost

July 23rd from 7- 8:30PM

Not just personal

July 30th 8th from 7- 8:30PM

Not just a legal transaction

August 6th from 7- 8:30PM

Not a spectator sport

August 13th from 7- 8:30PM  

Not simply a movement

August 20th from 7- 8:30PM  

Not inevitable

September 10th from 7- 8:30PM

Not just for other people

September 24th from 7- 8:30PM

Not only about the future

October 8th from 7- 8:30PM

Lectio: Salvation with Dr. Michael Barber

So join us on Thursday from 7:00- 8:30PM in the Frassati Room!

At every Sunday Mass, Catholics confess that Jesus came down from heaven "for us men and for our salvation." But what does "salvation" mean? In this remarkable 10-part video series, Scripture scholar and theologian Michael Patrick Barber provides a thorough, deeply Catholic, and deeply biblical, answer.

Using the Lectio Divina approach of reading, reflecting, responding, and contemplating, the accompanying workbook presents classic artistry, penetrating questions, and personal reflection to take the teachings to a deeper level.

Lectio_ Salvation with Dr. Michael Barber (1).jpg

Not Self Help

July 9th from 7- 8:30PM  

Not just fire insurance

July 16th from 7- 8:30PM  

Not without cost

July 23rd from 7- 8:30PM

Not just personal

July 30th 8th from 7- 8:30PM

Not just a legal transaction

August 6th from 7- 8:30PM

Not a spectator sport

August 13th from 7- 8:30PM  

Not simply a movement

August 20th from 7- 8:30PM  

Not inevitable

September 10th from 7- 8:30PM

Not just for other people

September 24th from 7- 8:30PM

Not only about the future

October 8th from 7- 8:30PM

Lectio: Salvation with Dr. Michael Barber

So join us on Thursday from 7:00- 8:30PM in the Frassati Room!

At every Sunday Mass, Catholics confess that Jesus came down from heaven "for us men and for our salvation." But what does "salvation" mean? In this remarkable 10-part video series, Scripture scholar and theologian Michael Patrick Barber provides a thorough, deeply Catholic, and deeply biblical, answer.

Using the Lectio Divina approach of reading, reflecting, responding, and contemplating, the accompanying workbook presents classic artistry, penetrating questions, and personal reflection to take the teachings to a deeper level.

Lectio_ Salvation with Dr. Michael Barber (1).jpg

Not Self Help

July 9th from 7- 8:30PM  

Not just fire insurance

July 16th from 7- 8:30PM  

Not without cost

July 23rd from 7- 8:30PM

Not just personal

July 30th 8th from 7- 8:30PM

Not just a legal transaction

August 6th from 7- 8:30PM

Not a spectator sport

August 13th from 7- 8:30PM  

Not simply a movement

August 20th from 7- 8:30PM  

Not inevitable

September 10th from 7- 8:30PM

Not just for other people

September 24th from 7- 8:30PM

Not only about the future

October 8th from 7- 8:30PM

Immigration Sunday Minnesota

Immigration Sunday Minnesota is now moving to September 27 to coincide with World Day of Migrants and Refugees. 

To begin considering how your parish can mark Immigration Sunday Minnesota we encourage you to view the following resources. We will also keep you updated with further information and resources in the coming weeks and months.

If you have any questions or would like to let us know how your parish will be marking Immigration Sunday Minnesota, please email Minnesota Catholic Conference communications manager, Katherine Cross at kcross@mncatholic.org.

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Election Resources

As Catholics, we have a long tradition of engagement in the political process as a means of putting our faith into action. Yet today, many shy away from such involvement because our national and local conversations are filled with vitriol and harsh language. As Catholics, we must model a better way. The USCCB invites you to join the Civilize It campaign by taking the pledge below as a way to promote civility, love our neighbors, and build community. Click here to take the Civilize It pledge as an individual, family, or community. 
 
Find further election year resources for your parish including Parish Guidelines for Political Activity, Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, prayers, election logistics, and more by visiting MNCatholic.org/election

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YP Retreat Planning survey for the 2020/2021 year.

As we plan our Young Professional retreat for the 2020/2021 year we need your help! Please fill out the following questions to help us plan the best retreat. 

Important note - any and all events that we create or host at OLG are subject to CDC and Archdiocesan guidelines on health and safety. Right now we believe a retreat would be possible under our current guidelines. If this changes our plans will as well.

Please take our survey HERE. YP Retreat Planning survey for the 2020/2021 year.

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MINISTERIAL STANDARDS AND SAFE ENVIRONMENT

Restorative Justice Groups

The following restorative justice support groups are currently meeting and open to all victim/survivors in the United States. More information and details for attending the virtual meetings are found in the section for Restorative Justice Groups on archspm.org/healing. If you have questions about these groups, please contact Paula Kaempffer, Outreach Coordinator for Restorative Justice and Abuse Prevention for the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, at 651-291-4429.
 
Victim/Survivor Support Group for those Sexually Assaulted by Clergy as Adults
Monday, August 3
6:30 – 8 p.m.
Online via Zoom
If you are interested in participating in this virtual/online session, please contact Paula Kaempffer (651-291-4429 or kaempfferp@archspm.org) to obtain the Zoom invitation. The group meets on the first Monday of each month.

Victim/Survivor Support Group
Monday, August 17
6:30 – 8 p.m.
Online via Zoom
If you are interested in participating in this virtual/online session, please contact Paula Kaempffer (651-291-4429 or kaempfferp@archspm.org) to obtain the Zoom invitation. The group meets on the third Monday of the month.

Survivor Peace Circle
Monday, August 19
6:30 – 8 p.m. Central
Online via Zoom
Find details here.
August theme: "Let me tell you something..."
This a volunteer-initiated and coordinated effort to connect survivors to one another, provide a safe and welcome space for discussion and sharing, and offer encouragement and support. You may also be receiving invitations to participate in other discussion groups. We welcome you, wherever you live and whatever your faith practice may be. Each meeting has a theme or reflection, meant to start and guide our time. Of course, you are welcome to share what is most important to you. This group is not affiliated with any particular diocese or church group. Questions? Contact Jim Richter at 773-412-0909 or jrichter316@gmail.com. The group meets on the third Wednesday of each month.

Support Group for Men who have been Sexually Abused by Clergy/Religious
Wednesday, August 26
6:30 – 8 p.m. Central
Online via Zoom
Find details here.
If you are interested in participating in this virtual/online session, or have questions, please contact Jim Richter at 773-412-0909 or jrichter316@gmail.com. This group will meet on the fourth Wednesday of each month.
 
The Support Group for Family Members of Victims/Survivors of Clergy Sexual Abuse (which typically meets on the second Tuesday of the month) does not have an upcoming meeting scheduled.