June 2023 Serra Calendar (PDF)

**REVISED 2023 Special Collections Chart (PDF)

2024 Special Collections Chart (PDF)



Please feel free to put the Sunday TV Mass

in your parish bulletins at www.stcdio.org/tvmass.

June 1 ♦ Resourcing for Ministry Effectiveness: Supporting ACCs, Parishes and Schools – This event is open to pastors, business administrators and principals. Come for helpful discussions on best practices with other ACC and diocesan staff, receive helpful guidance and resources in areas of staffing and personnel management in a multi-parish situation, and hear from peers who have had successes and have learned from their own process of hiring staff for their ACC. Register at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ResourcingForMinistryEffectiveness

If you have any questions, please contact Bailey Ziegler at (320) 258-7655 or email [email protected].

June 10 ♦ Ordination – Daniel Ruprecht and Kevin Soenneker will be ordained to the transitional diaconate and Leo Wehseler will be ordained to the permanent diaconate at Cathedral of Saint Mary, St. Cloud, at 10:30 a.m.

June 22-29 ♦ Religious Freedom week – Religious freedom gives us the space to carry out the mission that Jesus has entrusted to the Church. Religious freedom means that Catholics, and all people of goodwill, are free to seek the truth and to live in accordance with that truth, and so to strengthen our common life as a nation. Beginning June 22, we will take time to pray, reflect and take action on religious liberty, both here in this country and abroad. Find resources from the USCCB at https://www.usccb.org/committees/religious-liberty/religious-freedom-week.



NATIONAL EUCHARISTIC REVIVAL

Eucharistic Revival Update

SAVE THE DATE! The Diocese of St. Cloud will host a Eucharistic Congress Sept. 7-9. The three-day event includes a day for clergy formation on Sept. 7, the Feast of St. Cloud, which will be held at Sacred Heart in Freeport. The second day is will be a diocesan-wide retreat day at Seven Dolors in Albany, and the third day is a family-friendly outdoor experience with speakers, activities, Mass, processions, adoration and music by the band SONAR at Lake George in St. Cloud. More information is forthcoming. Stay tuned!



David Fremo ♦ (320) 251-0111

Catholic Schools – Summer brings time for reflection and recharging for our Catholic school communities. We celebrate the joys and accomplishments of the year behind us and look forward to that next “first day” of school. For so many educators, the drive to keep moving and doing is insatiable. It’s important for us to remember that the space between one year and the next has great purpose and beauty in our work. Of course, we do slow down and breathe deeply and take in that precious time. Consider it holy time; as the Gospel of Matthew reminds us, Jesus calls us to rest in him with our burdens and worries (11:28-30). So let us take this time of rest!

I recently discovered this short poem, which was used at a preschool “graduation.” It seems appropriate for any age!

You’re a very special person,

And I wanted you to know,

How much I enjoyed being your teacher.

How fast the years did go!

Please come back to visit me

As through the grades you grow,

Try hard to learn all that you can

There is so much to know!

The one thing I tried to teach you

To last your whole life through,

Is to know that you are SPECIAL

There is no one else like you!

-Author unknown

June 25 – Emmaus Institute – Congratulations to those who have completed four years with Emmaus Institute from various ACCs across the diocese!

Centered on Christ

Chuya Silva Mendoza

Sandy Cruz García

Brenda Torres

Alma Coria Figueroa

Agustin Quetzecua Díaz

Ruben Uribe Mejia

Come to the Water

Tammy Huss

Jennifer Kaweesa

Disciples of the Mission

Rose Suchy

Five Star

Horacio Aguilar Cordoba

One in Christ

Danna Gasperlin

One in Faith 

Maria Barragan 

Amy Hoeschen

Chrystal Sand

Sherburne Area

Rocio Meza-Barajas

Rigoberta Priego Solis

Rogaciano Pacheco Roldan

Together as One

Maria Nuñez-Rothstein

Luz Madrid 

Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis

Norma Pérez Izquierdo

Yanet Gloria

They will be receiving a Certificate in Pastoral Ministry from the Diocese of St. Cloud at a Mass with Bishop Patrick Neary, C.S.C. on Sunday, June 25 at 1:00 p.m. in the Saint John’s Abbey Church. All are welcome to join in this celebration! Contact Kristi Bivens for more information at 320-258-7642 or [email protected]. For more information about Emmaus Institute, visit www.stcdio.org/Emmaus-Institute.  

Diocesan Youth Council – The Diocesan Youth Council (DYC) is made up of youth in grades 9-12 from a variety of parishes from across the diocese. These youth meet 5-6 times annually. The DYC helps plan and assist in the implementation of diocesan-sponsored youth ministry events. These events are primarily, but not exclusive to, the Diocesan SH Youth Rally, the Middle School Youth Rally/Lock-in and Castaway. Please visit: https://stcdio.org/cem/faith-formation/leadershiptraining/ to download an application. Applications are due to Catholic Education Ministries by June 30. Feel free to contact Kent Schmitz with any questions at: 320-251-0111 x4 or [email protected]. 

June 22 & 29, July 13 & 20 – Denise Utter Book Study – Author and ministry coach Denise Utter will join us via Zoom for a four-session book study on her book, Engage Every Family: A Parish Guide to Integrated Faith Formation. We will meet with Denise from 10:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m. and she will discuss integrating family formation into parish life. Using a creative approach with large and small group discussions, Denise will cover guiding essentials, what’s already working and where to start. There will be an additional 30 min. at the end of each session for Q & A, design ideas and more. Please register using this link https://stcdio.org/event/engaging-uplifting-and-flexible-approach-to-family-faith-formation/2023-06-22/. Books are available for $5 in the registration if you don’t already have a copy. Thank you to the Bridge Builders for a Thriving Mission Initiative for funding this project. 



Joe Towalski ♦ (320) 529-4607

Priest assignment changes, effective at the end of June, were announced in affected parishes and ACCs on the weekend of May 27-28. The official announcement of the changes was posted online May 28 and can be viewed at https://thecentralminnesotacatholic.org/new-priest-assignments-announced. The assignments will also be listed in the July print edition of The Central Minnesota Catholic magazine.

Deacon Richard Scheierl ♦ (320) 203-0554

June 10 – Ordination – Leo Wehseler will be ordained to the Permanent Diaconate at Cathedral of Saint Mary, St. Cloud, at 10:30 a.m. Leo and wife Maggie live in Pierz and have five children (three girls and two boys). 

God Bless you on Your Birthday

• June 3 – Deacon Carlos Silva Pesqueda   
• June 15 – Deacon James Trout    

June is the month for ordination for most of our deacons. 

Congratulations to the following deacons celebrating anniversaries:

• Deacon John Salchert – 45 years
• Deacon Fred St. Jean – 40 years
• Deacon Bruce Geyer – 35 years
• Deacon Jeff Fromm – 35 years  
• Deacon Joseph Hilber – 30 years
• Deacon Carl Nord – 25 years         

Congratulations to all deacons on your anniversary day. May God continue to bless you and your ministry.                

2023 Diaconate Events:

• June 10 – Permanent Diaconate Ordination at St. Mary’s Cathedral.
• June 23-25 – Summer Men’s Retreat at the Abbey of the Hills.



Bethany Tollefsen ♦ (320) 251-2700 Ext. 51637

June 2 – Mental Health First Aid for Faith Communities Virtual Class

8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

LEARN HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND NEIGHBORS…

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults.  You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.

This education offering has been designed to meet the Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education requirements for contact hours. It is the personal responsibility of each participant to determine whether this activity meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education by the licensing organization.

Contact: [email protected] to register.

June 14 – Central Minnesota Faith Community Leader Symposium

Thriving Health Ministry

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

CentraCare Plaza - Windfeldt Room

Lunch will be provided.

This event is designed as a networking and educational opportunity specifically for clergy, faith community leaders, faith community nurses, and those involved in health ministries in Central MN. This event is sponsored by CentraCare Spiritual Care and the Faith Community Nurse Partnership of Central MN. Please register: https://forms.gle/F2ZWc5Y7dkqrEzPa6 or contact Barbi at 320-251-2700 EXT 54621.

August 11-12 – Celebrate MN – A community-wide effort to connect, serve and impact the lives of the people in our community for the glory of God.  

Contact Bethany ([email protected]) to see how your church can become a partner - or sign-up on the website at https://celebratemn.org/.



Patrick Flynn ♦ (320) 251-4721

June & July 2023 – Natural Family Planning Instruction

A first instruction in the Billings Ovulation Method will be offered in:

• Alexandria: Monday, June 19 & July 17 at 6:30 p.m.

• Little Falls: Tuesday, June 6 & July 11 at 7:30 p.m.

• Long Prairie: Monday, June 26 & July 24 at 7:00 p.m.

• Rice: Monday, June 5 & July 3 at 6:30 p.m.

• Sauk Centre: Thursday, June 15 & July 20 at 6:30 p.m.

• St. Cloud:  Thursday, June 22 & Monday, July 24 at 6:30 p.m.

• St. Michael: Tuesday, June 6 & July 11 at 6:00 p.m.

• Wadena: Friday, June 23 & July 28 at 5:30 p.m.

For additional sites, information or to register, visit www.stcdio.org/omf/nfp or contact Sheila Reineke [email protected] at (320) 252-4721 ext. 308.

June 2-4 – Retrouvaille weekend – This event will be held at the Best Western Hotel, Eagan, MN. Thinking about separation or divorce? Hurting? Angry? Feel helpless? Retrouvaille is a lifeline for troubled marriages. Couples learn the tools to rediscover each other and heal their marriage. 100% confidential. Contact [email protected] with questions. Find out more information and register at http://www.helpourmarriage.org.

July 27 – Humanae Vitae Mass & Award Reception – This event will be held at Saint Mary's Cathedral, St. Cloud. We will celebrate the 55th Anniversary of Humanae Vitae with Mass at 7:00 p.m. with Bishop Patrick Neary presiding. A reception will follow with the presentation of the 2023 Humanae Vitae Award. All are welcome.

Videos discussing the risks of hormonal contraception – The St. Augustine Foundation has produced a series of 10 videos discussing the risks of hormonal contraception. Bill Williams, MD., expertly explains the harm of these contraceptives for women. Most videos are 3-5 minutes in length. Links to the videos can be found on our website. Visit https://stcdio.org/natural-family-planning/ and scroll down to the green video button to see the complete list. 

July 23-29 ♦ Celebrate Natural Family Planning (NFP) Awareness Week – Plan now to celebrate NFP Week. This year’s theme from the USCCB is, “Marriage: One Flesh, Given and Received”. Resources can be found at usccb.org/topics/natural-family-planning/national-nfp-awareness-week. Parishes can find specific resources by clicking these links:

• NFP Week Posters https://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/marriage-and-family/natural-family-planning/awareness-week/posters
• Liturgy & Prayers https://www.usccb.org/topics/natural-family-planning/prayer-and-liturgy
• Articles https://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/marriage-and-family/natural-family-planning/awareness-week/articles
• Church Teachings https://www.usccb.org/topics/natural-family-planning/church-teaching
• Media Kit (social media graphics and web banners) https://www.usccb.org/topics/natural-family-planning/media-kit

Please provide your parishioners this opportunity to learn about NFP and God's plan for married love. If you would like an NFP Week display table, an NFP witness couple, or need additional information, contact Sheila Reineke at (320) 258-7609 or [email protected].

August 4-6 – Retrouvaille weekend – This event will be held at the Best Western Hotel, Eagan, MN. Thinking about separation or divorce? Hurting? Angry? Feel helpless? Retrouvaille is a lifeline for troubled marriages. Couples learn the tools to rediscover each other and heal their marriage. 100% confidential. Contact [email protected] with questions. Find out more information and register at http://www.helpourmarriage.org.

August 5 – Virtual Fully Engaged Sponsor Couple Training in English – This event will be held via Zoom from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Register at least 10 days prior to the class. The cost of the webinar is $25.00 per couple. You will also need a Pre-Marital Preview Package which is $45 plus shipping and handling. Register at https://getfullyengaged.com/new-mentor-training/ or contact Jill Svihel at [email protected] or 320-258-7611.

August 23 – Respect Life Luncheon – This event will be held at the Pastoral Center, St. Cloud. Respect Life grants are distributed once a year to crisis pregnancy centers and entities that uphold the dignity of life. By invitation, members from those entities attend a luncheon so they can be honored and supported for the work they do.  

September 10 – World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly – The the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops approved the transfer of the celebration of World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly in the U.S. from the fourth Sunday in July, to the first weekend after Labor Day in September to coincide with National Grandparents (and the Elderly) Day in the United States as many local communities, schools and parishes have been accustomed to celebrating for some time. 

September 16 – Virtual Fully Engaged Sponsor Couple Training in Spanish – This event will be held via Zoom from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Register at least 10 days prior to the class. The cost of the webinar is $25.00 per couple. You will also need a Pre-Marital Preview Package which is $45 plus shipping and handling. Register at https://getfullyengaged.com/new-mentor-training/ or contact Jill Svihel at [email protected] or 320-258-7611.

September 23 – Engaged Couples Retreat – This event will be held at Sacred Heart in Sauk Rapids from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Doors will open at 8:30 a.m. Visit https://stcdio.org/engaged-couple-marriage-preparation/ for more details or call the office with questions at (320) 258-7615. 

September 30 – Sponsor Couple Training – This event will be held at the Pastoral Center in St. Cloud from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Register couples at this link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SCTraining2023, contact Jan Zylla at [email protected] or (320) 258-7615 with couple’s names, address, phone numbers, email addresses and parish. Please register couples at least two weeks before the training session. The parish will be billed $125 per couple for the cost of training and all supplies.

October 5 & 12 – Virtual Fully Engaged Sponsor Couple Training in English – This event will be held via Zoom from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Register at least 10 days prior to the class. The cost of the webinar is $25.00 per couple. You will also need a Pre-Marital Preview Package which is $45 plus shipping and handling. Register at https://getfullyengaged.com/new-mentor-training/ or contact Jill Svihel at [email protected] or 320-258-7611.

October 6-8 – Beginning Experience of Central MN (B.E.) – This event will be held at Luther Crest Bible Camp, Alexandria. A weekend program for separated, divorced, or widowed adults designed to facilitate the grief resolution process and thereby freeing people to live and love themselves, others and God. Individuals attending the weekend should be beyond the initial feelings of anger and despair. For further information or to receive an application, please call (320) 319-8863. Visit http://www.beginningexperiencemn.com.

October 6-8 – Retrouvaille weekend – This event will be held at the Best Western Hotel, Eagan, MN. Thinking about separation or divorce? Hurting? Angry? Feel helpless? Retrouvaille is a lifeline for troubled marriages. Couples learn the tools to rediscover each other and heal their marriage. 100% confidential. Contact [email protected] with questions. Find out more information and register at http://www.helpourmarriage.org.

October 7 – 2nd Marriage Course – This event will be held in St. Cloud at the Pastoral Center from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Second Marriage Preparation Course is for couples preparing to marry after the death of a spouse or an annulment. Marriage preparation must be completed at least three months before the date of the wedding celebration. It is recommended you complete the course well in advance (six months or more). Many couples take the course one year before their wedding. For more information, visit https://stcdio.org/engaged-couple-marriage-preparation/.

October 13-14 – Messy Family Project – This event will be held at the Church of St. Mary, Alexandria. Empowering moms and dads to embrace their calling. More info to come. Visit the parish's website for future postings at https://www.stmaryalexandria.org/event/messy-family-retreat-weekend-save-the-date/.

October 28 – Engaged Couples Retreat – This event will be held at Sacred Heart in Sauk Rapids from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Doors will open at 8:30 a.m. Visit https://stcdio.org/engaged-couple-marriage-preparation/ for more details or call the office with questions at (320) 258-7615. 

October 28-29 – Worldwide Marriage Encounter – This event will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Alexandria. The Marriage Encounter experience helps you listen, share, and connect more deeply. There’s no group discussion. It’s just about the two of you learning to be the best, most loving and thriving couple you can be. Apply at https://wwme.org/.



Bailey Ziegler ♦ (320) 258-7655

June 1 – Resourcing for Ministry Effectiveness: Supporting ACCs, Parishes and Schools – This event is open to pastors, business administrators and principals. Come for helpful discussions on best practices with other ACC and diocesan staff, receive helpful guidance and resources in areas of staffing and personnel management in a multi-parish situation, and hear from peers who have had successes and have learned from their own process of hiring staff for their ACC. Register at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ResourcingForMinistryEffectiveness

If you have any questions, please contact Bailey Ziegler at (320) 258-7655 or email [email protected].

Elizabeth Neville Brown ♦ (320) 251-1100

Thank you to all who have welcomed and will be welcoming your Missionary Appeals for 2023! We appreciate your hospitality, generosity and support!

Please be sure to send in your funds from the Rice Bowl and CRS Lenten collections before the end of June. Local Rice Bowl grants are being distributed and reporting to the national office is underway.  



Brenda Kresky ♦ (320) 251-2340

Mass Counts – We will again be asking each parish to keep track of Mass attendance during the month of July. Please take time to plan to make this happen. If you need a sheet with the weekend dates, contact the Planning Office and we will send you one. We will again use an online format to submit the Mass count numbers in August. More information will be coming in the next months. We depend on these numbers for planning purposes and parish profiles. They help give a snapshot of what is happening in the parish.

Kateri Mancini ♦ (320) 229-6020

Rural Life Celebration UPDATE – A slight correction from what we shared last month on the Rural Life Celebration; this year’s event will take place on Sunday, August 20, beginning with an outdoor Mass starting at 10:30 a.m. (not 10:00 as we indicated last month). It will be held on the beautiful grounds of St. Nicholas Parish in Belle River. Mark your calendars! Mass will include a collection for the Rural Life Fund, as well as honoring the Catholic Century Farm Award and Rural Business Award recipients. Meal and family-friendly activities to follow Mass. The event is free.  

Catholic Century Farm Awards – If you or a Catholic family you know has been farming the same land for 100 years or more, they may qualify for the Catholic Century Farm Awards. Criteria and the application form are available online at: https://www.ccstcloud.org/services/social-concerns or reach out to [email protected] with questions or for an application. Application deadline is July 1.   

A reminder that the Rural Business Award nominations are/were due on June 1. If you still have a Catholic business owner in your rural community who you would like to nominate, do so as soon as possible online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ruralbusinessnomination or email [email protected].

Mental Health Ministry Website – We are excited to let you know that our diocese’s Mental Health Ministry webpage is now live! It launched on May 15, just in time for Mental Health Awareness month and in celebration of the feast day of St. Dymphna, patron saint for mental illness. We invite you to check it out, and let us know what additional information you are looking for or have to share, as we continue to update the webpage with information to match the needs of our diocesan community. Visit the page here: https://stcdio.org/mental-health-ministry/.  



Linda Kaiser ♦ (320) 251-2340

June is the end of the audit year for safe environment. Please check to make sure all the staff and volunteers of your school or parish have training and background checks that are up to date. I will be archiving any expired accounts on June 30. This means that no one can volunteer or work with children or youth until they complete the training and a background check.  I may be reaching out to some parishes and schools to make sure the children and youth training was completed.  I appreciate all the quick responses I received from parishes and schools with trying to get their sites up to date. Any questions feel free to call or email [email protected] or 320-251-2340.

Anna Kampa ♦ (320) 258-7654



Stewardship – The diocesan Stewardship Advisory Council exists to provide a foundation for developing stewardship as a living expression of Christian discipleship within our diocese, our Area Catholic Communities, and our parishes. 

The resource page is located at: https://stcdio.org/stewardship/.

If you have any questions or have suggestions about how the council can support your parish/ACC stewardship efforts, please contact Anna Kampa at [email protected] or 320-258-7654.

Bishop’s Annual Appeal – As of May 23, the Bishop’s Annual Appeal for 2023 has raised total cash and pledges of $1,006,642 toward our goal of $1,400,000 (71.9%). This was made possible through the generous donations of 5,444 people throughout the 16 counties of our diocese.

Parish/School Distributions – The Office of Stewardship and Development is currently in the process of collecting Catholic school enrollment surveys and will distribute funds in June to parishes and the two high schools in the diocese.  We ask that pastors keep an eye out for the arrival of these checks. An email will be sent to alert you when they are mailed.



Fr. Doug Liebsch ♦ (320) 251-5001

Thank You to all who participated in the Good Shepherd Event on April 30. It was very life-giving for me. A real grace awareness of the people of God being gathered.

July 26 – The Vocations Office is launching something new this summer! We are inviting parents of priests and religious men and women to gather for Mass with Bishop Neary. More information to come.  Please send the priest parents’ names and any consecrated men and women parents’ names and email addresses that you know to Julie Jacobs at [email protected] at your earliest convenience. Thank you!

2023 Vocation Events:

• June 20–22 – Camp – in Avon for young men in grades 7th – 12th. Register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2023VocationCamp.
• June 27 – 29 – Nun Run for young women (rising juniors to mid-20s) who are interested in religious life. Register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2023NunRun.  
• August 19 – Paschal Challenge: Held in Sauk Centre for young men in grades 9th – 12th. Register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2023PaschalChallenge.

Prayer Request – Please pray for priests and parishes during this transitional time for them as new assignments are made.

2023 Totus Tuus Schedule – Totus Tuus schedule for this summer can be found at  

https://stcdio.org/vocations/totus-tuus/parish/.

Sr. Jeanne Wiest, O.P. ♦ (320) 255-9068

June 11 – The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ.

An updated resource for The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. The FDLC has provided an updated version of the thirty-six-page booklet which was prepared last year. This edition contains: 

• A revised Introduction 
• Mass Preparations for the Solemnity -- Year A 
• Music Suggestions for Mass 
• Music Suggestions for a Period of Exposition 
• Vocabulary list 
• Guideline of how to do a Eucharistic Procession 
• Answers to Frequently-Asked Questions 
• and more! 

 It is available as a free download at www.fdlc.org/BodyAndBlood2023. 

June 19, 21 & 23 – Online Formation: The History of the Mass – The FDLC is offering three, free webinars on the history of the Mass featuring Rev. Gil Ostdiek, OFM, professor emeritus of Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. They will occur over one week (Monday, June 19, Wednesday, June 21, and Friday, June 23).  

Like all their webinars, all those registered will receive a link within one hour after the live session which will enable them to see the recording at a convenient time.  

Please join us as we take a two-thousand-year overview of the development of the Mass with special emphasis on the liturgical movement of the 19-20th century, the scholarship that inspired it, and the popes and theologians who led it.  

More information and registration may be found at https://fdlc.org/2023/05/liturgical-reform-of-the-mass-through-the-ages/ 

October 22 – Mass for Healthcare Professionals – This event will be held at Saint Mary's Cathedral, Saint Cloud. We will celebrate during the 9:30 a.m. Mass at which Bishop Patrick Neary will preside.



Bridge-Builders for a Thriving Mission

We are the Ones: Transformation for a Thriving Ministry—A Retreat for Lay Ecclesial Ministers – Despite the strain of the coronavirus pandemic, the opportunity to change meaningfully is all around us. This phrase “We are the Ones We Have Been Waiting For” holds a spirit and timeliness for the ministerial work of lay ecclesial ministers. It was first introduced by Jamaican American activist, teacher and poet June Jordan in her poem for Women in South Africa (1978) and then again in a letter the Elders of the HOPI Nation of Oraibi, Arizona (2000). Based on Jordan’s earlier work, her poem inspires hope and long vision.

In this second annual retreat for lay ecclesial ministers, we will explore these meaningful questions:

• Why does learning to work across differences sustain a healthy ministerial workplace?
• How does the practice of contemplation transform one’s spiritual life and ministry?
• In what ways can a covenant-based ministry put soul into leadership and workplace culture?
• Who will we become as we renew our vocation to ministry?

Schedule: More details will be sent as we get closer, but the retreat will begin at 9:30 am on Tuesday, July 25 and conclude with lunch on Friday, July 28. Retreat will be held at Saint John's University

Cost: This retreat is significantly underwritten by the Klimoski Endowment at Saint John’s School of Theology and Seminary established to advance lay ecclesial ministry. Each retreatant is asked to contribute $50 for the retreat. The remaining cost of $350 per person for housing, food, and other related costs is covered by the endowment. Scholarships are available if necessary.

Registration: Register online today using this link, https://www.csbsju.edu/forms/26I2DPZ7WL

Questions? Contact Barbara Sutton today at [email protected].

Catholic Charities ♦ (320) 650-1641

Catholic Charities is hiring! Working at Catholic Charities is a unique experience, combining knowledge, hands, and heart. Every employee, whether in direct or supportive service, is working to make a different tomorrow for our central Minnesota neighbors. 

We welcome you to apply for one of our current open positions: 

• Licensed Therapist (Telehealth) 
• Clinical Trainees 
• Mental Health Practitioners 
• Maintenance Technicians 
• Receptionist/Admin Asst 
• Intake/Payment Coordinator 
• Caretakers 
• Youth Mentors 
• Refugee Community Organizer 
• Food Rescue Delivery Driver 
• Direct Support Professionals 
• Food Transporters 
• Senior Dining Coordinators 
• Assistant Food Coordinators 

Apply at ccstcloud.org/careers. 

Catholic Charities Emergency Services is looking for volunteers this summer to help with stocking shelves, sorting clothes and more! Our greatest needs for volunteers are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons and evenings. Volunteers are at the heart of changing lives and making the world a better place. Whether you have only hours to spare or can commit to volunteer once a week, Catholic Charities has volunteer opportunities to help you give back to your community. To learn about volunteering at Catholic Charities and how you can positively impact the lives of people in Central Minnesota, go to ccstcloud.org/volunteer.

Reverend Gregory Lieser will celebrate his 86th birthday on June 1.

308 Third Street S, Apt. 103

Sauk Rapids, MN 56379

Telephone: (320) 654-8846

Email: [email protected]

Reverend Steven Binsfeld will celebrate his 72nd birthday on June 5.

308 Third Street S, Apt. 107

Sauk Rapids, MN 56379

Telephone: (320) 217-2368

Email: [email protected]

Reverend Anthony Kroll will celebrate his 89th birthday on June 17.

308 Third Street S, Apt. 203

Sauk Rapids, MN 56379

Telephone: (320) 493-7873

Email: [email protected]

Reverend Robert Kieffer will celebrate his 80th birthday on June 23.

509 12th Avenue East, P.O. Box 11

Alexandria, MN 56308

Telephone: (320) 241-1589

Email: [email protected]

Reverend Stanley Wieser will celebrate his 81st birthday on June 25.

909 1st Avenue South

Wheaton, MN 56296

Telephone: (320) 815-9696

Email: [email protected]

Reverend Thomas Becker will celebrate his 72nd birthday on June 29.

800 Main Street N

P.O. Box 169

Browerville, MN 56296

Email: [email protected]



Diocese of Saint Cloud Chancery and Pastoral Center

(320) 251-2340 • (320) 258-7600

www.stcdio.org

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