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“Let the children come to me…” Matthew 19.14
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Did you know, January 31st kicks off Catholic Schools Week?
We're going to start this by kicking it off with He who brings us together in the first place, Jesus! The Holy Mass where he makes himself truly present to us in the Eucharist. What a gift that is and that’s how each week should start for all of us. Come, Lord Jesus, come!
Throughout the rest of the week, our students in the school will have the opportunity to continue celebrating with different activities! One of which includes my getting to share with them my vocation story. Lucky! :)
Did you know, also on January 31st, our silent auction items go live and bidding for them can begin? You better believe it! Here's the link to the Auction site: click it, register, bookmark the page, share it, and check back often!
Did you know, to close off the celebration of Catholic Schools Week, on Saturday, February 6th will be our Virtual Panther Pride Auction at 7:00pm?
That’s right! It wasn’t a mistake that this date was chosen this year for our annual Panther Pride Auction, nor was it a mistake that it is also the first event we’re using to kickoff our 75th Diamond Anniversary as a parish community.
So, where one celebration ends, another one begins! By golly, that’s one of the many things I love about our Catholic faith. When we celebrate, we know how to celebrate, and we keep on celebrating!
These celebrations aren’t meant just for you and me though. The reason why we celebrate Catholic Schools Week and our 75th Diamond Anniversary is to remember to give thanks to God for all the blessings that we’ve received in our life, and to make sure we pass it on!
If you know your history, an education wasn’t always available to just the average person, but was reserved for the wealthy who could afford to pay for a teacher or private tutor. It was our faith that gave courage to our champions, those who fought and sacrificed to build our Catholic school institutions that allowed schools to become accessible to the general public. A gift we in turn have inherited here at Presentation.
There’s so much to be grateful for, and the most appropriate way to show gratitude is to give thanks to God by celebrating what we have received and by passing it on to the next generation!
As our silent auction goes live this weekend and into the Auction night, please take part in this celebration and make sure we pass this gift on! Say a prayer also for its success, for our families and our staff!
Come, Lord Jesus, come!
Mary, Mother of the Church, pray for us!
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Eucharistic Adoration
Monday-Friday: 2pm-12am
With so much still going on in our country and the world, how important it is for us to remember to retreat to our Lord for rest and strength, and lift up your prayers to Him. Come spend some time with our Lord, truly present in the Eucharist. Click here for our adoration protocols.
Limited to 4 adorers at one time.
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On December 8, the Archdiocese began a Year of Saint Joseph, beginning with Archdiocesan Consecration to Saint Joseph, who is the patron of the second year of the Archdiocesan Synod.
See this video playlist for Archbishop's homily, reading of the consecration prayer, and details from the decree regarding partial indulgences during this Year of Saint Joseph. The Archdiocesan Synod Prayer to Saint Joseph and prayer cards can be found in several languages here.
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Institution to Acolyte
Many of you may have seen this young couple around the parish, either in the gardens or in the sanctuary helping at Mass. But did you know that they've been in the Diaconate Program for the last number of years?
Mike Braun has been discerning God's call for him to be a permanent deacon; to serve Christ's Church as a servant of the Word and at His Altar/Table. To prepare him for that involves learning what it means to proclaim the Word of God by lectoring/reading the Scripture readings at Mass and soon, to serve at the Altar.
Sunday, February 7th, Mike will be installed as an Acolyte, a formal "Server" at the Altar, to do what we've seen our Altar Servers do in the past, but now also allowed to help the priest and deacon purify the sacred vessels that are used at Mass.
Debbie Braun has been a part of this program and discernment process as well, as they are of one-flesh through the Sacrament of Matrimony, she too needs to be a part of the discernment with her husband.
God-willing, Mike will be ordained to the Diaconate next December. Please hold Mike and Debbie up in prayer as they continue this journey.
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Faith and Culture Series
Four sessions, January 21 – February 9, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Inspired by the thousands of participants at the Prayer and Listening Events, this series connects their stories to the story of the Church. Each virtual event includes a talk, testimonials, and a live panel discussion.
Dates and topics are listed below; all events begin at 7 p.m.
- Thursday, January 21: Sources of Catholic teaching (Scripture, tradition and magisterium)
- Thursday, January 28: The Church’s teaching on sexual morality and the family
- Thursday, February 4: The Church’s understanding on the dignity of women
- Tuesday, February 9: The priesthood (both baptized and ordained)
Register online to participate and submit your questions! Zoom links will be sent to registrants prior to each event.
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Do you know any young women interested in taking an intentional season to discern religious life?
Bethany House is a women’s discernment house for single Catholic women open to a call to consecrated life. This program is located in NE Minneapolis on Holy Cross Parish campus. While this program is put on by the Archdiocese of St Paul and Minneapolis, it is open to women from all dioceses. Applications are open now, and up to 9 women will be accepted to the program.
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It's never too late to learn more about your rich Catholic faith, and share it with another. Join us on Tuesday evenings.
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Faith Formation
All in-person Faith Formation classes will resume this Sunday, January 24.
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Reconciliation Hours
Reconciliation/Prayer/Conversation hours will be on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:00-5:45pm, and on Saturdays from 4:00- 4:45pm.
Available also by appointment.
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2021-2022 Enrollment now open!!
Presentation School is now open for 2021-2022 enrollment and financial aid applications. The deadline for financial aid applications is March 19, 2021. In addition, if you get your enrollment completed by March 19, your registration fees will be waived! Visit mytads.com to complete your enrollment and financial aid application today!
Do you know a family looking for a great school? Tell them to check out Presentation! If you refer a family and they enroll you can earn $250 off of your tuition!
Kindergarten enrollment incentive!
Any student that enrolls for kindergarten for the 2021-2022 school year by January 31 is eligible for a $250 scholarship from the Catholic School Center of Excellence (CSCOE)!
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Auction tickets are here! You can purchase them in the parish or school office, or Presentation students. Contact a school family you know directly or look for students selling them at the church entrances before and after Masses. Tickets are $10 each and get you a chance to win one of these three prizes! Good luck!
Thank you so much for your continued support.
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Click the image to see the latest pics and posts on the school Facebook page. |
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Click the image to read the latest
Panther Post.
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Check out the lovely article in the current Catholic Spirit about the incredible donation our school received recently! Click here to read it.
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Drive-Thru is now Drive-In.
Park your car, come in the church and head to the Reconciliation Room with the lit candle.
Disinfectant wipes will be available.
Tues & Thurs: 5:00-5:45pm
Sat: 4:00-4:45pm
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Pastoral Care
Presentation of Mary is here for you!
Conversation, prayer requests, resources...? Please ask.
All information will remain confidential.
Contact the Parish Office at
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Prayer, Participation, and Generosity |
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Stewardship
Amidst this pandemic, I have been very edified by the generous outpouring of love and support from our community. Thank you!
If you would like to switch over to e-giving, click on the image to sign up.
Questions? Please contact the parish:
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Loaves & Fishes
Serving meals to those who have none is still an essential ministry during this pandemic.
Please prayerfully consider giving to this ministry. Donations can be placed in an envelope with Loaves & Fishes written on it, and dropped in the basket at church or in the secured mailbox at the Parish Center.
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2021 Catholic Services Appeal
The 2021 Catholic Services Appeal is getting ready to roll out for this year. Stay tuned for more information in the coming weeks.
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Website: Check Mass times, read latest news, sign up for online giving, etc. |
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Bulletin: Read the latest issue and subscribe to the online version. |
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Facebook: Watch livestream Mass & see what our community is up to. |
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Presentation of Mary Church | Website
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