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… that 75 years ago, on January 3, 1946, then Father Raymond Rutkowski was given the task of forming a new parish in the northeastarea of Saint Paul? That church would become The Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Presentation of Mary).
Did you know that the first Mass at the newly formed parish of Presentation of Mary was celebrated on January 27, 1946 in the basement of the old Gladstone School at Frost Ave and Birmingham Street?
Did you know that there are still families here today who had helped found the parish at its very beginning?
If you don’t know where this is going, and you missed my recent announcements, this year of 2021, in this very month of January, WE celebrate 75 years of existence as a parish community! What great longevity and history we have inherited and are now a part of!
As this is something WE should all take great pride and joy in, the parish leadership is planning activities and events to take place each month this year, so that we can fully celebrate this Diamond Anniversary!
To kick things off, our annual school fundraiser, the Panther Pride Auction, will be held on Saturday, February 6th at 7:00pm online through a livestream. I believe that it is very appropriate that the school launch the first of the activities this year, because as history shows, the “church-school” was the first building constructed to house our community for worship and scholarly formation. So our school will be the first venue to bring us together in celebration of our Diamond Anniversary.
Please stay tuned for the next bulletin and newsletter which will have more details and a link for the Virtual Panther Pride Auction: A Diamond Anniversary. Please also share this date and this event with other parishioners, alumni, and friends of our parish. I am very excited for all of the things to come this year, and I hope you are too!
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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Get your home blessed for the New Year!
Father Peter would be happy to come bless your home for as a good start to the new year. If you would like to set up a time, please contact the parish at 651-777-8116 or mail@presentationofmary.org to set up a time.
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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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Out of Uniform Shirts and Auction Shirts are available to order for children and adults. Any adult wearing one on camera during the auction gets entered. Click on the image above to order yours today! |
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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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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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Mother Teresa Sewing Group
In 2020 the Mother Teresa Sewing Group donated over 466 items including:
113 blankets, 188 hats, 23 mittens, 31 scarves, 18 sweaters, 18 pillow cases, 2 pair of booties, and 73 “other” items like pajamas, baby sacks, and nursing covers. The donations went to Options for Women-East, Catholic Charities Family Shelter, Ramsey County Care Center, Marian Center, Second Stork, and Catholic Charities Distribution Center. Would you like to get involved? We meet once a month to collect materials at the parish center then work on projects in our homes. For more information please contact Irene O’Ryan at 651-776-8049.
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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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Catholic Services Appeal
The Catholic Services Appeal is still in need of your support to serve those many ministries that not one community can do on it's own, all the more during this pandemic.
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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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