Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance
about what we do not see. 
 - Hebrews 11:1

                Seek, Love, and Serve Jesus Christ
Mass with Archbishop Hebda

This past Saturday, June 16, Archbishop Hebda was the celebrant for the 5:00 p.m. Mass. The liturgy was an inspiring celebration! It was also an opportunity for the Archbishop and the parish to express gratitude for Fr. Jack Long's forty years of ministry as a priest and congratulate him on his upcoming retirement.  Enjoy the  photo album from Saturday's liturgy.
St. Aloysius Gonzaga

Today, June 21, is the feast day of St. Aloysius Gonzaga.  

He is the patron saint of Catholic youth.  

St. Aloysius Gonzaga, pray for us! 

St. Stephen's Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Serve Catholic Population in Anoka and Surrounding Area

If you were out of town last weekend, you may have missed the bulletin article about the extensive outreach that our Extraordinary Ministers of Communion extend to Catholics in the surrounding area who are not able to go to Mass.  Learn more.
Is the Lord Calling You to Spend an Hour in the Eucharistic Adoration Chapel?

We are in need of additional adorers in the Adoration Chapel for several of the overnight hours. Hours that need adorers include  2:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m. Mondays and 1:00 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays.  For those who prefer evening hours, we need adorers at 9:00 p.m. Thursdays and  6:00 p.m. Fridays.

If you are interested in any of these hours, please call Joyce at 612-860-3830.
St. Stephen School Graduate Scholarship Applications

Applications are now being accepted for the St. Stephen School Graduate Scholarship program. The deadline for returning applications is August 1, 2018.  Learn more.
Interested in Catholicism?

Do you know anyone...
--who would like to explore the Catholic Faith?
--who is a baptized Catholic and has never completed the Sacraments of Initiation?
--who is baptized in another Faith and would like to explore becoming Catholic?

Come explore the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) at an Inquiry session June 25 at 6:30 p.m. in The Refuge.

Questions? Email  Emilie Bauer or call her at 763-712-7430. We look forward to meeting you!
Pastoral Care Volunteers Feed Others on Behalf of St. Stephen's Church

St. Stephen's parishioners feed those in need through many ministries.   Learn more about the various ways in which the parish carries out the Corporal Work of Mercy to feed the hungry.
Minnesota Twins Family Night at Target Field

The Anoka Knights of Columbus and St. Stephen's Church are hosting the annual Family Night at Target Field for a parish wide event.

You are invited to join our parish priests Tuesday, July 31 to cheer on the Minnesota Twins as they battle the Cleveland Indians.  Learn more.
Vacation Bible School Wish List

We need your help to make our Vacation Bible School a success! Please pick up a slip of paper from the display in the Gathering Space.  On the slips you will find wish list items needed for VBS. If you wish to donate any of these items, please do so before July 10.  Any and all donations are appreciated and can be dropped off at the parish office.  Thank you!
Enroll with Confidence
at St. Stephen's School

From pre-school through eighth grade, St. Stephen's 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.
Remember to Register for Faith Formation

St. Stephen's Church offers quality programs for helping children and teens grow as disciples of Jesus in the Catholic faith.  Preparations are underway this summer for making 2018-19 a great year!  You may register for Faith Formation online or use the paper forms located around the building.
Archdiocesan Bankruptcy Settlement

Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda announced May 31 that the Archdiocese had reached an agreement with survivors of sexual abuse to resolve the bankruptcy that had been filed in January of 2015.   Learn more .
Summer Parish Office Hours

Sunday:  8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Monday through Thursday:  8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday:  8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Saturday:  12:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Calendar of Events

Click here to see the full Calendar of Events!
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