Thank you to those who attended the Fall Fest Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, September 30. Special thanks to the Knights of Columbus for sharing their expertise.

Thank you to those who attended the Fall Fest for Education on October 6. It was
a bit chilly, but the décor, food and company were wonderful! Big thanks to Chairpersons Kelly Blair and Kristina Wilberg, Christina Johnson for coordinating the childcare carnival, Cheryl Knapek for coordinating dinner, and Laura Hudson
for coordinating the bar. Thank you to all of the volunteers for sharing your time and talents!

Thank you to all who donated to Fall Fest. $14,655 was raised, and from this amount, $10,603 was donated for the school bathrooms remodeling project.

Our life's journey is directed and guided by our faith. Even though we are all striving for the same destination, to be with Jesus in heaven, our paths can be very different. Whatever our path, God calls us to live with a generous heart. 

Each fall we ask you to prayerfully consider what financial gifts you will be able to share in the coming year. Not only do your contributions honor God, they also do much to build the Kingdom on earth. What you share is used to fund worship and sacraments, education and formation, pastoral care and community outreach, and every other aspect of our parish mission to Seek, Love, and Serve Jesus Christ. 

Thank you for prayerfully considering your financial gifts and returning your intention card this weekend.

Join us Thursday, October 25, 6:30-9:00 p.m. in the Archbishop Romero Room! Women of Wonder will be working on making items for "For Kids Only". "For Kids Only" is a time when children can pick out a gift for their family members for a small fee and have it wrapped at the same time. We need many helpers to make this event feasible. Fun and easy craft items have been chosen and prepackaged to make our crafting time successful. Please come and bring your friends for a fun night. All supplies will be provided. You do not need to be a member of Women of Wonder to help with this activity. Beverages and snacks will be provided.

 
We are also asking for new or slightly used knickknacks, wrapping paper, Christmas bags, and ribbon for this event. Please drop off donations at the parish office during business hours before November 20.

Teens in grades 8-12 are invited to participate in the Teen Music Ensemble. Singers and instrumentalists are needed for this ministry. Rehearsals are occasional Wednesdays in the St. Cecilia Room from 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Young singers and musicians in grades 2-7 are invited to join the parish Youth Choir. Rehearsals will begin Saturday, October 20 in the St. Cecilia Room and will usually be from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Please arrive ten minutes early to your first rehearsal to register.

New members are welcome to join the Adult Choir, which rehearses on most Wednesday evenings from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. in the Church music area.

The Handbell Choir is also recruiting new members. Previous experience is not necessary, but music reading skills are helpful.

For more information, contact Terri Renner at the parish office at 763-421-2471, or at trenner@ststephenchurch.org.

On Wednesday, October 10, fourth through eighth grade students and teachers attended the Mass of the Holy Spirit with 12,000 other Catholic school students.  This event was held at U.S. Bank Stadium.  Mass was celebrated by Archbishop Hebda.  Many priests helped out as well. Father Jack Long and Father Matthew Quail were in attendance.  The school communities really enjoyed this time of worship together.  Thank you to Catholic Schools Center of Excellence for sponsoring this beautiful Mass.

From pre-school through eighth grade, our school offers a quality faith-based Catholic Education.  Come join our family of believers.  All are welcome! To enroll, please call the school office at 763-421-3236.    Learn more.

Consider committing to an hour in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament.  It will become a cherished, peaceful hour in your busy schedule.  Consider sharing an hour with a friend or family member; this allows for flexibility on the rare occasion that you may be unable to be present for your hour.  

We have a need for adorers for the following days/hours:  Mondays at 2:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m., Wednesdays at 1:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m., and 11:00 a.m., Thursdays at 10:00 p.m., and Saturdays at 3:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.  If you are interested in committing to one of these hours, please call the parish office at 763-421-2471 to leave your name and number for our Adoration Coordinator, Joyce.  Thank you!

Sunday:  8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Monday and Thursday:  8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday and Wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. when Faith for Life is in session; otherwise closing at 5:00 p.m.
Friday:  8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Saturday:  12:00 to 5:00 p.m.