“I am the Lord your God ... You shall not have other gods beside me.” Exodus 20:2-3
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One of the greatest golfers of all time — if not the greatest — was Jack Nicklaus. Which is why it is baffling that at the beginning of each season he would return to his childhood coach and re-learn how to grip the golf club. It’s like Shakespeare re-learning the alphabet and grammar. Why would he do that? Because Jack knew that the fundamentals are always relevant. Perfecting and obsessing over his grip allowed him to do everything else in the game well. In sports and life, the best ones love the basics.
Similarly, as we begin Lent, we re-learn the spiritual basics in the Ten Commandments. Consider the first, to “have no other gods besides me.” This is our “grip.” Is our connection to God one of absolute fidelity and exclusive worship? Am I willing to let go of my precious idols, the things I cling to instead of God? Once we say “yes” to this fundamental question of our spiritual “grip,” then we are ready to properly engage with everything else in life. Watch how beautifully the game of life unfolds in the next nine commandments (numbered in parentheses): how we speak to God and others (2 and 8), how we organize our week (3), how we relate to our family (4) and the wider community (5 and 7), how we live our sexuality (6), and how we order all the other desires of the human heart (9 and 10). But don’t rush to these later Commandments too soon! Everything in life is built on the first Commandment. The more we focus on worshiping God alone, the better we navigate the complexity of life with panache, effectiveness, and love.
Lenten challenge: This week, identify what you can do to better worship God alone. If you’re not sure, scan the last nine commandments to identify what you are most likely to worship instead of God. Power, pleasure, control of your time, possessions, family, health, reputation, money? Commit to concrete action to help you let go of this “idol” to better hold on to God alone in faithful worship. Remember: the best love the basics.
— Father John Muir
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Grow Your Faith and Get Involved! |
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Spend Time with Jesus
in Adoration
It is there in His Eucharist that He says to me: “I thirst, thirst for your love, your sacrifices, your sufferings. I thirst for your happiness, for it was to save you that I came into the world, that I suffered and died on the Cross, and in order to console and strengthen you I left you the Eucharist. So, you have there all My life, all My tenderness”
-Mother Mary of Jesus, foundress of the Sisters of Marie Reparatrice
There is an open adoration hour for Thursdays 5:00 p.m. as well as open adoration hours with other adorers. Contact Barb Kleiter at 651-774-1172 for more information or log on to https://presentation.weadorehim.com.
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Small Groups - Join Today!
Have you been looking for an opportunity to grow in your relationship with Jesus and your neighbors? Our small groups are being carefully crafted to do just that, & we would love for you to join us. Simply click below to see the opportunities that the Lord is opening up to you!
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Fish Fry & Soup Suppers!
You are invited to our Fish Fry & Soup Supper Fridays! Soup Suppers will be March 1 & 15 in Kenney Hall from 5-7pm, freewill offering, and include a soup, a dinner roll, and a drink. The Fish Fry will take place March 8 & 22 in the School Gym from 4-7pm. Fish meal includes: fried fish, baked potato, coleslaw, dinner roll, tartar sauce, butter, lemon, and a drink. A large fish meal will cost $17, and a small fish meal will cost $14. We will also offer a soup meal on these nights, which will cost $8, and will include a soup, dinner roll, and a drink.
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Fish Fry Volunteers
Volunteers are needed to help at Fish Fry Dinners! Spend some time on a Friday evening during Lent helping out at a Fish Fry dinner. There are multiple opportunities for you to get involved, and have fun while helping! Visit the SignUp Genius below to pick a day & time to help! This is a great opportunity to get involved with the whole family!
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Day of Mercy
Mark your calendars for our Lenten Day of Mercy, which will take place on Thursday, March 14, from 2-7pm in the Church. There will be multiple confessors available for Reconciliation, as well as Adoration and reflection in a peaceful setting. If you can’t make our Day of Mercy, please note that St. Jerome will be offering their Reconciliation service on Tuesday, March 12, from 4-7pm. Please remember also that we offer regular Reconciliation times at 5pm on Tuesdays & Thursdays, at 4pm on Saturdays, and at other times by appointment.
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Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross will be offered every Friday during Lent at 6:00pm in the Main Sanctuary. Living Stations will be presented by our students on March 21 at 7:00pm and on March 22 at 2:00pm, and will be presented by Servants of the Cross on Good Friday at 12:00pm. There will not be traditional Stations on Good Friday at 6:00pm.
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25th Annual Living Stations of the Cross
The Servants of the Cross group will re-enact the Passion of Jesus Christ at three locations on Good Friday, March 29th: at noon here at Presentation Mary (1725 Kennard St.), 3:00pm at St. Jude of the Lake-Mahtomedi (700 Mahtomedi Ave.), and 7:00pm at Church of St. Peter-North St. Paul (2600 N. Margaret St.). Free-will offering welcomed. For more info or to view our YouTube presentation for those homebound or unable to attend, go to www.servantsofthecrossmn.com.
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Pro-Life Across America Culture of Life Banquet
The Banquet will take place Thursday April 18, 2024 at Banquets of MN (6310 Hwy 65 Fridley, MN). A social will begin at 5:45, with dinner served at 6:30 pm. The featured speaker for the evening is Scott Klusendorf. Tickets are $75. Please reserve your ticket by April 10. For more information and to make a reservation, visit: prolifeacrossamerica.org/love/.
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School Staffing Update
An announcement regarding a school staffing update was sent out last weekend, and it has been brought to our attention that the format of that announcement was not compatible with some devices. The applicable letters are linked below for anyone that would like to read them.
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February 500 Club Winners
1st Place: Joe Wisniewski/Carl Madsen - 3100
2nd Place: Dick and Jodi France - 2920
3rd Place: Rosemary McDonough/Kathy Mosner - 2640
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CCW Blessing Bags - Seeking Donations!
The CCW will be assembling Blessing Bags to be distributed locally to people in need, and will be collecting donations. Specifically, they are looking for new unworn adult socks and travel size hygiene products (toothpaste, shampoo, soap, lotion). Collection bins are in the back of church, and the bags will be assembled on Mar 7.
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Mass Intentions
If you are interested in scheduling a Mass intention, please contact the parish office at 651-777-8116, email mail@presentationofmary.org, or stop by the parish office. A $10 donation is encouraged for each Mass intention, and a particular person may have up to 6 Masses said for them throughout the year (one may fall on a Sunday Mass). Mass intentions may be said for those still living or for the deceased, for an organization, a particular group of people, end of violence/peace in the world, etc.
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Liturgical Ministers Needed!
We are currently in need of additional Altar Servers, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Lectors, Sacristans, and Livestream helpers for our weekend Masses. Training is provided. To learn more about these ministries, and to let us know you’re interested, head over to presentationofmary.org/liturgy-prayer/liturgical-ministries/, follow the QR code, or contact Kay Mottaz at 651-842-6022 or by email at kmottaz@presentationofmary.org.
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State of the School Report
Click below to see the 2023-24 State of the School Report for our favorite school!
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Thank you!
We're so excited to share with you that our Give Back Night earned $1,091.80 for our school!! Thank you to all those that came out for dinner. We know the wait was a bit long, but that just attests to how many of you were kind enough to come show your support. The management told us that was the largest amount they'd seen earned in quite a while! Thank you!!!
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Now hiring for the following positions:
Summer Care Teachers/Assistants: morning or afternoon shift available
Middle School Math, Science, and STEM Teacher positions: full or part-time available. Contact Sue Lovegreen at slovegreen@presentationofmary.org or 651-842-6032 for more information.
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Middle School Living Stations
This beautiful tradition is returning again! Middle school students have been working hard to make this performance one to remember. We hope you all can come, it is an incredibly moving and impressive reenactment. Performances will be Thursday, March 21st at 7pm and Friday, March 22nd at 1:15pm.
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Gala Update
We are looking for families to donate wine or gift cards to be used in various ways at the Gala (as additions to auction items, as part of a prize for a game, etc.). Please consider purchasing a bottle or two of your favorite wine or grabbing a gift card to your favorite store or restaurant and donating it to the cause. All items can be brought to the school office.
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Panther Pride Gala Raffle Tickets!
Beginning the weekend of February 3-4 you can find students selling tickets at church entrances before or after most masses. They will also be selling them at our Soup Supper and Fish Fry nights during Lent in Kenney Hall. Tickets are $10 each and can win you one of three prizes: 1st Place: $1,500 cash (donated by the DuFresne family) 2nd Place: 1/4 Cow (donated by Sandberg Cattle Company) 3rd Place: $500 cash (Donated by the Auction Committee).
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The Panther Pride Gala
Great Scott! The 2024 Presentation of Mary Catholic School Gala is coming back to Presentation on Saturday, April 13, 2024! We need you to take action now, so you don’t get left behind!
April may feel a long way off, but the planning and preparations for our Panther Pride Gala are well underway already! Please make sure you've read all of the information on the Gala web page to understand all the ways you can Raise Your Hand to ensure the success of our biggest fundraiser! Donate a theme basket, wine, beer, or spirits, become a sponsor, get a Gala t-shirt, or even join the planning committee! If you have any questions, contact the school office at 651-777-5877.
Donate Items to the Panther Pride Gala! We are collecting items for our silent and live auctions. Put together a fun theme basket or donate tickets to a fun event. Do you have a special skill such as cooking or woodworking? Donate a cooking lesson or a few hours of carpentry assistance! Get together with some friends and donate a hosted dinner party! The options are limited only to your imagination! Questions? Contact Gala Chair, Linda Charnowski, at lprazak@presentationofmary.org.
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Summer Care Registration
The Summer Care Program at Presentation of Mary School is designed to meet the summer childcare needs of parents, parishioners, and the children in our community. Our program will be a safe, fun, and affordable option for summer care. It is for children that will be in Kindergarten and older for the 2024-2025 school year. Registrations due by Friday, April 5th.
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Come to the Drive-In!
Park your car, come in the church and head to the Reconciliation Room with the lit candle.
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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Prayer Line Requests
Do you know someone in need of prayers? Contact Kay at the Parish Office at 651-842-6022 so they can be added to our Prayer Line.
You can also contact her if you are interested in joining the Prayer Line!
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Online Giving
If you would like to switch over to e-giving vs. using weekly envelopes, click on the image at right to sign up.
Questions? Please contact the parish:
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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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Protection of Youth: All employees, and volunteers who interact with minors, are required to complete and maintain safe environment credentials (E3) through the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. To ensure successful completion of these requirements or if you have any questions regarding our safe environment practices or would like more information on what is needed to volunteer, please contact our Safe Environment Coordinator: Kay Mottaz @ 651-842-6022 or email kmottaz@presentationofmary.org.
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