News & Events

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

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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.

2022 Catholic Services Appeal

2022 Catholic Services Appeal

Together in Hope - we can make a difference. Your Gift Can Help. When you give to the Catholic Services Appeal Foundation (CSAF), you partner with fellow Catholics to share Christ’s love with neighbors in need and help provide a better future for all! From campus ministry to support for the disabled; deaf ministry to room and board for future priests, your gift makes a real difference across several different ministries! To learn more, go to www.csafspm.org.

Appalachian Mission Project

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Dear fellow parishioners, the time to demonstrate the generosity of our hearts through supporting the Appalachian Christmas Program has again arrived. Due to the flooding that impacted people across eastern Kentucky, the need is even greater! We will collect items from Sunday, September 25 to Sunday, October 30. Donations may be left in the baskets at the front of the Church or can also be taken to the parish office during open hours. A list of desired donations is posted above the baskets. Here is a list of suggested items for donation: diaper s & pins, blankets & bedding, sleepers, crib mobiles & other baby toys, powder & lotions, shirts, rattles, teethers, pull toys, soft toys, cars & trucks, blocks, balls, dolls, games marbles, jump ropes, coloring books & crayons, jacks, markers, socks & underwear, basic school supplies, cosmetics, sports equipment, batteries, music boxes, wallets, sweatshirts, fishing equipment, camouflage vests, hair barrettes, radios, watches, purses, belts, flashlights, toiletries, hunting clothes, typing paper, backpacks, books, powder/lotion, slippers, larger-size shirts, sweatsuits, purses, scarves, kitchen items, socks/knee highs, jewelry, nail clippers, towels, sheets (twin or regular size) coats and shoes (any size), craft kits, wrapping paper, ornaments, and dried fruits/nuts/hard candies. All candies/fruits/nuts should be boxed separately and sealed to keep moisture out. No canned goods. Lotions/ shampoo should be in a ziplocked bag. This year, we will be collecting bicycle, tricycle, & kiddie cars (in new condition). Checks should be made out to Queen of All Saints Chur ch, 90 Railroad St. P.O. Box 5643, Beattyville, KY 41311, St. Francis of Assisi Church, 147 Bryan St. Pikeville, KY 41501, Catholic Church of the Good Shepherd, Sr. Susan Marie Pleiss, OSF, P.O. Box 473, Campton, KY 41301, or Holy Family Catholic Church, Sr. Marge Eilerman, OSF 1439 KY-11S, Booneville, KY 41314. Please be generous to the Lord’s poorest of the poor. Remember, everything must be new. Thank you for your generosity. For questions, please contact Louise Gerken or Rick & Jan Ryan.

Are you growing in our Catholic Faith?

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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!

Baskets/Items for the Fall Festival Silent Auction

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Calling all parishioners! We are looking for silent auction baskets and items for our silent auction fundraiser. We are in need of baskets to be donated for the Silent Auction held during the Festival this Fall. Please make up any type of “basket” that you like or any individual items, including religious items, gift certificates, gift cards, homemade items or purchased items. Please drop off any items at the parish office. Thank you!

Catholic Daughters Meeting

September 26

The Catholic Daughters will meet on Monday, September 26, at 6:30pm at St. Mary's in Bellechester. If you have any questions about CDA or would like more information about joining our court, contact Linda Kazmierczak at 612-759-6399.

Catholic Daughters Rummage Sale

September 30-October 1

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Church of St. Michael Faith Formation

October 5

Faith Formation classes/sessions will start on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at the Church of St. Michael, Pine Island. Registration form was emailed to your family or you can pick up registration form at the entrance of the Church.
If you didn’t receive one and wish to register your children or have not previously attended our Faith Formation program but are interested in participating, please contact the Church office by calling 507-356-4280 or email stmichaeloffice@bevcomm.net.

Church of St. Michael Fall Festival!

September 30, October 1-2

Friday, September 30:
Our fabulous St. Michael Fish Fry at 4:00-7:30pm
Prices: Adults $ 11, Children 5-12 $ 5, Family Max $ 40
With Silent Auction, Country Store with Fall mums, Craft & Vendor, Raffle Tickets available

Saturday, October 1: (10:00am-3:00pm)
Classic Car Show, Country Store with Fall mums, Silent Auction, Bingo, Craft & Vendor, Raffle Tickets available, & Concession

Sunday, October 2: (10:00am-3:00pm)
Antique Tractor Show, Kids’ pedal tractor pull, Kids’ outdoor games, Country Store with Fall mums, Silent Auction Bingo, Craft & Vendor, Raffle, & Concession


Baskets/Items for the Fall Festival Silent Auction: Calling all parishioners! We are in need of items to be donated for the Silent Auction held during the Festival this Fall.

Please make up any type of “basket” that you like or any individual items, including religious items, gift certificates, gift cards, homemade items or purchased items. Please drop off any items at the parish office. Thank you!

Arts and Crafts vendors on Friday evening through Sunday (If you are interested in a site for crafts you make, it is only $25 for the weekend—contact the parish office at stmichaeloffice@ bevcomm.net .)

Classic Car Show will be on Saturday from 10am-3pm. No charge to attend-just come and enjoy! Bring your lawn chair. Antique Tractor Show will start on Sunday at 10am. Check out the display of local antique tractors.

The Kiddie Pedal Tractor Pull will be on Sunday approximately 1pm and Kids Game will begin at 11:45am!

Church of St. Paul Faith Formation

October 5

Faith Formation sessions will start on Wednesday, October 5, at the Church of St. Michael. You can pick up a registration form at the entrance of the Church or contact the Parish office. Please return the registration form to the Parish office by mail, email, or you may drop it in the collection plate. Topic for October: The Virtue of Patience
Below is the schedule:
6:00-6:30pm - Meal
6:35-7:25pm - Children Class/Parent & Adult Session
7:30-7:45pm - Church for Adoration
At 7:30pm all students, parents and teachers gather in the Church
for Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction.

Church of St. Paul Fellowship

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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

Classic Car Show

October 1

Classic Car Show on Saturday, October 1, 10:00am-3:00pm during the St. Michael Fall Festival!

Clothing Day at Carmelite Monastery

September 29

Please pray for Sister Erica Carlson, as her Clothing Day in the Carmelite Monastery will be this coming Thursday, September 29, the Feast of the Archangels Michael, Gabriel and Raphael. This is a day of blessing and Grace for Sister Erica – let us give thanks to God for His blessings to her! Sister Erica was a parishioner at St. Michael before entering the Carmelite Monastery September 29, 2021.

Dear fellow Parishioners at the Church of St. Paul

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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 Sun-day 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 do-nuts 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.
Also, we are looking at ways to reduce expenses for those who volunteer. Solutions include providing a budget through the parish and making putting out a free-will offering basket to help defray costs. Thank you and Thanks be to God!
From: Fr. Kasel and a few volunteers for Sunday Hospitality

Fall Mums for Sale

September 25

Fall Mums will be available for sale before the festival, . Prices: $20 for a solid color and $25 for a tri-color mum.

First Choice Clinic Fall Banquet

October 13

Registration is open now through Oct. 3 for the Fall Fundraising Banquet on Thursday, October 13, at 12:00 pm or 6:30 pm at Cornerstone Church, 420 W. Third St., Red Wing. Come, see and hear of God's faithfulness to and through His people in our ministry over the past year. Also hear exciting news about our vision to reach more abortion-minded women with the message of LIFE in this post Roe v. Wade world, with your help. Liberty's Restaurant will be catering lunch and sup-per and will be serving: roast beef, baked potato with sour cream or gravy, mixed vegetables, salad, rolls, and gluten-free dessert. Register at: https://firstchoiceclinic.org/events/

HOMEschool Co-op-Fall 2022

September 9

The Church of St. Michael is offering an opportunity for children ages 3-14 to participate in a Homeschool Co-op for eight (8) Wednesdays beginning September 9. Registration forms are available in the church entry, contact the Office at 507-356-4280 or stmichae-loffice@bevcomm.net. Fill out the registration form and give it to Fr. Kasel or turn it in to the church office.

Have you invited someone to become Catholic
recently?

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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!

Heart of St. Joseph Secular Discalced Carmelite Group in Discernment

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Dear Parishioners,
Some happy news from the Heart of St. Joseph Secular Discalced Carmelite Group in Discernment that meets at our parish! Eleven members received the Brown Scapular of the Discalced Order of Carmel on Friday, May 6, 2022. After a year of preparation, they are now members of the Order of Carmel. They plan to continue in the formation in prayer and knowledge of the Order. After more formation, they will be able to seek to profess vows or promises in the Secular branch of the Discalced Order of Carmel. Many of those who received the Brown Scapular of the Order are parishioners at St. Michael in Pine Island. Congratulations to all who have taken this step! May God bless you!
In Christ through Mary,
Fr. Kasel

Holy Hour for Women

September 25

The next Holy Hour for Women will be on Sunday,September 25, at 6:00pm at Church of St. Michael, PI. All women are invited!