News & Events

10 years of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at the Church of St Paul

Thank you to our Good Lord and to the Adorers for the 10 years of the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at the Church of St. Paul! So many answered prayers, blessings, and graces were received through approximately 4,100 hours of Adoration during these 10 years. We are looking for more Adorers! Please contact the parish office at 507-732-5324 or stpauls@hcinet.net if you are interested in signing up to spend one hour a week with Our Lord.

Activity packets for children at St. Paul

Dear Parents: There are activity packets and books for young children to use during Holy Mass in the Church entry. If helpful, you are welcome to use them.
Be sure to take the packet along home to display and enjoy!

Archdiocesan Marriage Day Celebration

Archdiocesan Marriage Day Celebration: Saturday, June 10,2023 - 10am Holy Mass, Cathedral of Saint Paul: Celebrate the beautiful mystery of the mutual self-gift between a man and woman in the Sacrament of Matrimony! This celebration includes Holy Mass, renewal of vows, and a short reception. Couples celebrating their silver, golden and platinum anniversaries will be honored in a special way. Families and friends of all couples are welcome! Registration is encouraged by contacting 651-291-4488. Couples married one year or more may request a commemorative certificate signed by Archbishop Hebda. To request a certificate, please contact the Office of Marriage, Family & Life by June 5 at 651-291-4488 or mfl@archspm.org.

Are you growing in our Catholic Faith?

You can learn about our Catholic Faith online at any time through FORMED! You will have access to thousands of enriching Catholic movies, programs, audio, & books instantly on FORMED when you sign up through our parishes. There is no cost you! Just follow these easy steps: 1. Visit: signup.formed.org 2. Enter your parish zip code or name (St. Michael 55963 or St. Paul 55992) 3. Grow in our Catholic Faith!

Are you growing in our Catholic Faith?

You can learn about our Catholic Faith online at any time through FORMED! You will have access to thousands of enriching Catholic movies, programs, audio, & books instantly on FORMED when you sign up through our parishes. There is no cost you! Just follow these easy steps: 1. Visit: signup.formed.org 2. Enter your parish zip code or name (St. Michael 55963 or St. Paul 55992) 3. Grow in our Catholic Faith!

CATHOLIC VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

8:30am-12:00noon at the Church of St. Michael, Pine Island

Card Playing for Seniors In Zumbrota

All seniors, family, and friends are invited to play 500 or Euchre (lessons provided as needed) on Thursdays, 1-3pm, at Zumbrota City Hall, 175 West Ave. Bring your own beverages. $2 donation/week, to cover cost of supplies.
RSVP to 507-732-5686 if possible.

Catholic Services Appeal 2023

For the Love of Christ Impels Us...to Believe in the Power of Giving
Your gift to the Catholic Services Appeal supports an array of ministries that include pro-life, seminarian support, Catholic education, services to those most in need and Synod evangelistic priorities in the building up of our local church. Please prayerfully consider making a gift that will impact the lives of so many people throughout the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis through your abundant generosity. To learn more about the Catholic Services Appeal please visit the CSAF website: csafspm.org.

Church of St. Paul Fellowship

Dear fellow Parishioners at the Church of St. Paul: Our Fellowship after Sunday Holy Mass has gone very well, both in terms of numbers and spirit. In order to build on it, some information is needed. One Sunday per month is taken by the Knights of Columbus; one Sunday we are asking the Women’s Circles to cover. The remainder could be taken by a family(ies), a few friends, a couple, etc.
Some Sundays, the food is very elaborate, sometime it is simply donuts and coffee & milk. It is entirely up to the volunteers. Generally, about 40 people come down. However, because there are people whose diets exclude sweets or gluten, some protein would be good, such as cheese & crackers, protein bars, meat sticks, hard boiled eggs, etc. Fruit s always welcome. Also, a parishioner has volunteered to always have a gluten-free item in the freezer and another to make sure the kitchen is adequately stocked. The sign-up sheet will be posted in the back of the Church. Let us try to continue this good action in our parish. It has been a blessing for so many of us. Thank you and Thanks be to God!
From: Fr. Kasel and a few volunteers for Sunday Hospitality

Classes for Faith Formation have ended for the year

Thank You to our wonderful teachers: Ally & Andy Drees, Maggie Eggerichs, Julie Hoerle, Sara McNama-ra, Josefina Meyer, Laurie Schultz, & Jennifer Thorn-wall, substitute teachers: Pat McCutcheon, Mary Kingsbury, teacher assistant: JoAnn Stanton, and hall monitor: Patrick Smith. Special Thanks to Carol Berns and all those who helped prepare the meals! God bless you for your sacrifices this past year! In Christ through Mary, Fr. Kasel

Congratulations

Congratulations to Dennis and Betty Stromback on their 50th Anniversary on May 5!

Congratulations!

Congratulations to these children who received their First Holy Communion on May 13, 2023:
Dominic Bauer, Lydia Brown, Barclay Eirikson,
Vivien Elizondo, Thomas Jarrett, Jerome Jay,
Samantha Lee, Maximilian Lorentz, Philip
Marks, Leo Maxon, Ivan Ocariz, Elijah Ring,
Gianna Williams, Therese Wyant
Please keep our children in your prayers!

GRADUATION HOLY MASS & RECEPTION

Sunday, June 4, 2023, after the 10:30am Holy Mass at the
Church of St. Michael, Pine Island
All are invited!
Please keep our graduating seniors in your prayers.

Have you invited someone to become Catholic
recently?

If you know someone who would like to become Catholic, please contact Father Kasel at Church of St Michael 507-356-4280 or Church of St Paul 507-732-5324. Let us pray for those souls God is calling to join us in our Catholic Church!

Homeschool Co-op for Spring

The Church of St. Michael is offering an opportunity for children ages 3-14 to participate in a Homeschool Co-op on five (5) Fridays beginning April 21. Registration forms are available in the church entry, contact the Office at 507-356-4280 or stmichaeloffice@bevcomm.net. Fill out the registration form and give it to Fr. Kasel or turn it in to the church office.

Institute of Catholic Culture Lecture:
Missionaries & Martyrs

The Story of Evangelization in China Since the first Catholic church was erected in China in 1299, the Church there has passed through eras of both success and struggle.
In this lecture, Professor Anthony Clark shall explore how China's missionaries and martyrs planted seeds of faith that continue to grow, even amidst current challenges.
Event details: Monday, June 19
Pre-Class Discussion: 7:30 PM EST Lecture: 8:00 PM EST
Instructor: Anthony Clark, Ph.D. Registration required at: https://
instituteofcatholicculture.org/events/missionaries-martyrs

Invitation to the join the Knights of Columbus

The Knights of Columbus offers a free online membership providing Information, Fellowship and Parish Service Opportunities. For online information: https://www.kofc.org/secure/en/join/jointhe- knights.html or see local parish Knights of Columbus members for specific information. Your talents are appreciated and needed!

Journey through the Catechism as a Story from Blessing to Blessing

Applications are now being accepted for the class of St. Therese Lisieux in the Catechetical Institute’s popular two-year Pillars Program beginning this fall!
*Monday Evenings 7-9pm
*Four 11-week modules following the 4 pillars
*Live streamed at the Church of St. Michael, Pine Island
Join over 3,000 graduates!
For more info: SAINTPAULSEMINARY.ORG/CI

Little Flowers Girls Club!

Mothers and Daughters are invited to join the Little Flowers Girls Club! Little Flowers is a national Catholic girls organization where girls ages 5-13 are taught how to live virtuous lives by emulating the lives of saints. We meet monthly on the 2nd Thursday of the month at the Church of St. Michael in Pine Island. Girls have lessons, do crafts or learn hospitality skills, and have social time. If you think Little Flowers might be a fit for your daughter or for more information, please email authenticcatholicgirls@gmail.com or contact Ally Drees. Little Flowers Girls Club - Growing Holier One Virtue at a Time!

Natural Family Planning (NFP) Classes

Natural Family Planning (NFP) Classes teach couples the Church approved methods on how to achieve or postpone pregnancy while remaining in God’s Will for the gift of sexuality. For a complete list of classes offered throughout the Archdiocese, vis-it https://www. archspm.org/marriage/natural-family-planning-nfp/ or call 651-291-4489