Beyond the Yellow Ribbon:
Supporting Our Military & Their Families
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"As a Naval Officer and pilot during the Vietnam era, I have had the very great pleasure of watching the growth of a ministry at our church that has exceeded all my original prayers and expectations." -Deacon Dick Roy
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By Denise Kadrlik, Parishioner
When asked to write an article talking about the history of the military ministry here at St. Michael, it was rather easy to talk about John and Mary Hamre and the group that got us all started.But to describe the passion and willingness to serve whatever may need to be done is another story.
We are close to 70 members strong and are working on our 501C3 (nonprofit) status as well as formal recognition from our governor as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon organization which requires completion of an extensive action item list. We have members from many religions and numerous different businesses have stepped up to support us.
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Door-to-Door Evangelization
in Prior Lake: One Family's Experience
By Val Zweber, Parishioner
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"At the end of our route I think we all learned something as a family. Do not be afraid to live out your faith."
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When I heard that our Church was going to be organizing an evangelization effort, my first thought was probably like most of you. I envisioned those churches that have sent members to my door in the past. I know how I reacted. Catholics don't actually do this, do we? Then Mike Laughery, my friend and neighbor, asked me to be part of this effort and I said to myself, "ARE YOU NUTS!" I tend to be very private and conservative, so this was way out of my comfort zone. After a few more requests from Mike, I finally gave in. He's very persistent. Little did I know that my two high school aged daughters had also signed up to participate.
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Upcoming Calendar 
Depression Support Speaker - June 2 A presentation entitled "Pathways to Resilience" by psychologist Susan Bourgerie will be held on Thursday, June 2, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in Archangels Hall. Everyone is welcome! SpringFest - June 3-5 Join us for our annual parish festival! Food, live music, games, inflatables, bake sale, bingo, dancing, dunk tank...fun for everyone! Check out the daily schedule of events. Vacation Bible School - Register by June 8 Program runs the week of August 1-5 from 9:30 a.m.-12 noon for 4 year olds--current 4th graders. Youth in 5th grade and up can volunteer. Make sure to sign up by June 8! Marriage Day Celebration - June 11 All couples celebrating silver and golden anniversaries in the 2011 calendar year are invited to join Archbishop Nienstedt at the Cathedral of St. Paul on Saturday, June 11, at for the 10 a.m. Mass, renewal of vows, and a short reception. Couples married over 50 years will also be honored. Pastoral Care Ministry Brunch - June 25 Anyone who has been involved with a Pastoral Care ministry is invited to attend a special morning retreat from 9 a.m.-12 noon on Saturday, June 25. Please RSVP to Kathy Poepping, Pastoral Minister.
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