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FROM FATHER RASK
I am happy to announce that Father James Stiles will be the new parochial vicar at St. Odilia. He was ordained a priest at the Cathedral on Saturday, May 30 and will begin his duties here on June 19. His home parish is St. Mark's in St. Paul and he did his teaching parish at St. Charles Borromeo in St. Anthony. One Fr. James succeeds another Fr. James. And they even look alike! We will give him a warm St. Odilia welcome after all of the Masses with receptions on the weekend of June 20/21.
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Fr. James Stiles & Fr. James Peterson
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Fr. James will preach at all of the Masses on June 27/28. There will be cake and coffee receptions for him after all of the Masses on that weekend. Our best wishes and prayers go with him in his new assignment.
Our Faith Formation department has many excellent summer programs available for children age four through grade 12. Registration details follow.
It's not too early to begin thinking and planning for the Fall Festival on September 12 and 13. You can start collecting items for the Silent and Live auctions and sign up to volunteer for a variety of venues. They also have some leadership positions to fill as well.
Please mark your calendars for these and other important occasions in our parish and read on for more details.
You will be seeing some notices from the Archdiocese on bulletin boards, in the bulletin and on the parish website that pertain to the Chapter 11 Case. Every parish must post and distribute these notices informing people of the claim filing deadline on August 3, 2015. Click HERE for more information.
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SAVE THE DATE!
Farewell Receptions for Fr. James
After Masses June 27/28
Fr. James has accepted a new assignment in the Mission Parish in San Felix, Venezuela where he is needed to serve as the new Associate Pastor at the church of Jesucristo Resucitado. "Though I am looking forward to the adventures and ministry of the future my heart will always carry the happy moments and memories of my time here in Shoreview. In so many ways this is not 'Goodbye' but more like 'Hasta pronto' or in English 'We'll see you soon'." Fr. James will be preaching at all of the Mass during that weekend. All are invited!
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PLEASE WELCOME FR. JAMES STILES
Receptions after Masses on June 20/21
In a recent Catholic Spirit article he said, "I certainly think of celebrating Mass, the great joy that it will be to celebrate Mass," he said. "I'm very excited to hear confessions, to be able to absolve people of their sins and participate in that gift of mercy."
He also feels a strong call to evangelization, taking his cue from Pope Francis. "There's a great need in our time to spread the good news," he said. "I think it's hugely important that the priest be doing this. All that he says and does should be geared toward this mission of inviting people to Jesus Christ, [and] into the Church."
Click HERE to read more about Fr. Stiles in the May 22, 2015 Catholic Spirit.
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JUNE 7 EUCHARISTIC PROCESSION Kim Albrecht and Fr. James Peterson are shown on the right in the Eucharistic Procession during the 11:00am Mass on Sunday, June 7, 2015 for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi).
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CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations to all Grade School, High School and College Graduates. May God be with you on your next adventure!
St. Odilia recently hosted the following events for these 2015 graduates:
- St. Odilia 8th Grade Graduation Mass - May 26, 2015
- Totino-Grace Baccalaureate Mass - May 27, 2015
- Mounds View Baccalaureate - May 31, 2015
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ENDOWMENT FUND NEWS
Members of the Class of 2015 (shown above) represented their classmates from the St. Odilia 8th Grade Class of 2011 in honoring their former classmate, Connor Anderson (February 4, 1997 - August 14, 2004) at the Totino Grace Baccalaureate Mass. Class of 2015 graduates from Roseville High School , Mounds View High School, Cretin Derham-Hall High School and Totino Grace High School gathered together to provide a class gift to the St. Odilia Endowment Fund - Connor Anderson Scholarship sub-fund in Connor's memory. The Connor Anderson Scholarship Fund provides tuition aid for families seeking a Catholic education.
After fourteen years of service, Chuck Pilon has resigned from his position working for the St. Odilia Endowment Fund to be effective June 30. Chuck began his work as a volunteer on the Endowment Committee in 2001 and assumed the position of part-time Development Representative in 2002. He has been a valuable member of our team representing the fund and the parish of St. Odilia professionally and with integrity. His contributions have been essential to our success. We are grateful to Chuck for his service and wish him all the best. Please join us in thanking him for his dedication and efforts over the years. If you have questions regarding the St. Odilia Endowment Fund we invite you to contact Ramona Michaels, St. Odilia Endowment Fund Contact Manager at: 651-415-3350 or endowmentfund@stodilia.org |
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2015-2016 MINISTRY AREA COUNCIL
MEMBER DISCERNMENT
The annual calling forth of new leaders to serve on the nine councils was May 19, 2015. Through the process of nomination, discernment, and information sessions, the following nominees are now new members of a St. Odilia Ministry Area Council:
Finance Council (Chad Smurawa), Social Justice Council (Mark and Sofia Fischer), Worship and Community Life Council (Patti and Tom Chervenak, Bonnie Elmers, Marlene Rink, Pat Whitmill), School Council (Andy Droel, Cori Duffy), Stewardship Council (Ramona Berger, Len Krenik, Vicki Simonsen), PLC At-Large (Russ Bertsch). Faith Formation Council and Pastoral Care Council new member information were unavailable at this time.
Trustees and Council Chairs (shown below left to right) receiving the Light of Christ at the MAC Evening of Discernment:
Trustees: Greg Gerlach, Katie Boyle
Council Chairs: Joanne Kost, Kevin Stoltman, Jerry Tiller, Rebecca Embacher, Sue Flesch, Fr. Jame Peterson (for Vanessa Amaya), Jeff Engel (for Sherry Meyer), Kristi Sheridan, Jim Hermes.
Not pictured: Deb Peters (PLC Chair).
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FAITH FORMATION
Registration for the 2015-16 School Year began May 1
Register NOW
- Sunday School (age 3-K)
- Family Faith Formation (K-grade 5)
- Junior High Faith Formation
- Confirmation
New This Year: Donate to help us give more scholarships.Our goal is never to turn away a family from faith formation.
Register and pay online this year! Click HERE
Paper registration forms also available, in the
parish office and the Faith Formation office.
Questions? Contact the Faith Formation office, 651-415-3329, or email
faithformation.registration@stodilia.org
NOW is the time to plan for SUMMER 2015 programs!
Vacation Bible School:
July 27-31, 2015, 9:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Put it on your calendar now to join the fun!
Click HERE to register and pay for VBS.
Contact Janet Etten with questions at etten@stodilia.org
or 651-415-3330.
CALLING ALL JUNIOR & SENIOR HIGH STUDENTS
Want to make the summer of 2015 a summer to remember? Come to Extreme Faith Camp!
Mark your calendars for June 28-July 2!
We will swim, kayak, canoe, boat, dance, sing, play sports, craft, explore, build friendships and best of all encounter Jesus!
Adult chaperones are needed!
Contact Logan Crotty for more information!
crotty@stodilia.org
(651)415-3343
Summer Stretch 2015!
A summer experience that combines prayer, service, lessons of faith and non-stop fun! Open to all youth participants entering grades 6-8 and
teen leaders entering grades 9-12!
Each Wednesday:*July 8*July 15*July 22*July 29*Aug 5*
From:7:25 AM-4:30 PM
REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE: Youth Participant Registration HERE
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FAITH: THE NEXT GENERATION
PASS IT ON!
Boldly go where many have gone before and help pass on the Good News of Jesus Christ and our Catholic faith! This summer, over 600 children and young people, preschool through grade 12, will register in St. Odilia's Faith Formation programs to learn more about Jesus and the Catholic faith. We need to be ready to welcome them this fall.
You can help by becoming a catechist for Faith Formation. As you nurture the faith of our young, you will learn and grow as well! As one long-time catechist put it, "I learn so much from my students!" We provide you with training, materials, and support. Classes begin in late September.
If interested or for more information, contact one of our Faith Formation Coordinators:
Preschool: Janet Etten etten@stodilia.org
Elementary: Brenda McLennan mclennan@stodilia.org
Middle School: Logan Crotty crotty@stodilia.org
Confirmation: Scott Kieffer kieffer@stodilia.org
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MOTHERS AND OTHERS GARAGE SALE! The St. Odilia Mothers and Others group will be hosting a Family Garage Sale!! Date: Saturday, June 27, 2015 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Location: St. Odilia School gymnasium and side parking lot Anyone can be involved in this great event! - Enjoy a day of shopping with some friends all in one great location.
- Or, set up a table ($5 entry fee for selling) to make some extra money, declutter your house and sell some of your treasures to a friend.
All proceeds of this entry fee will go towards St. Odilia School and also to support our group. More info: sarahnorem@gmail.com or 612-219-4195 Links: Guidelines for Reserving a Table Reservation Form |
ST. ODILIA CHARITABLE OUTREACH
"There is much that we can do to benefit the poor, the needy and those who suffer, and to favor justice, promote reconciliation and build peace." (Pope Francis)
May Green Envelopes:
During the month of May, we were asked to support "St. Odilia Outreach-Hunger". In addition to our dedicated support to the Sharing Korner Food Shelf, this offering supports our charities and includes those looking for assistance with basic needs such as food (e.g., Dorothy Day, Sharing and Caring Hands, Ralph Reeder Food Shelf, etc.). There are always needs in these community outreach organizations and the people of St. Odilia are always there for one another. Through your generosity, the Catholic Community of St. Odilia contributed a total of $2,255 to St. Odilia Outreach Hunger.
Second Collection in May:
Thank you for your generous support of the Nepal Earthquake Relief from the Center for Mission. The Catholic Community of St. Odilia contributed a total of $9,263.11. The Center for Mission promotes and coordinates the global mission outreach of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis.
June Green Envelopes:
In June, the green envelope is for Peter's Pence. The Peter's Pence collection unites us in solidarity with the Holy Father and his works of charity to those in need. The quote (above) from Pope Francis addresses our responsibility before the world. The collection to the Peter's Pence allows the Holy Father to support victims of war, natural disasters and others in need of assistance. Join Pope Francis and be a witness of charity in the world. Be generous as the Lord is generous to us. Thank you.
Did you misplace your green envelope?
You can still contribute to Peter's Pence. Just make the check out to St. Odilia with "Peter's Pence" in the memo line.
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 CATHOLIC SERVICES APPEAL FOUNDATION UPDATE
Thank you to the 469 parishioners who have contributed $122,944 to reach our goal of $109,599! Now that we have reached our goal, 25% of all funds received from our parish will be returned for use to support our own ministries of worship, education and outreach. Contributions to the CSAF continue to be important to help us meet our 2014 giving level of $154,672.
One of the organizations funded by Catholic Services Appeal is the Venezuelan Mission where Fr. James will be serving. In 1970, the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis began a mission in the Diocese of Ciudad Guayana, Venezuela. Over the past four decades, many priests from the archdiocese have served in various parishes and capacities in the Venezuela Church. Since 1983, priests from St. Paul have been pastoring the parish of Jesucristo Recusitado (JCR) in San Felix.
Starting in early June, the CSAF is making phone inquiries to those who donated last year but not yet this year.
See the kiosk at the church entry for envelopes or to donate online through the CSAF website click HERE.
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FALL FESTIVAL 2015 IS SEPTEMBER 12 & 13 Please join us for great food, excellent live entertainment, games, and fellowship all weekend long. Be part of the fun by volunteering during the weekend or joining the leadership team. Leaders are needed in the following areas: - Silent Auction: Monitor the bid sheets throughout the weekend. Organize pick up of auction items for winners Sunday afternoon with a team that call the winning bid.
- Help us make connections with local businesses. Solicit items for the silent auction.
- Co-chair the festival: Help guide the process and work on the behind the scene efforts leading up to festival weekend.
Begin sourcing and saving your donations: - Books, puzzles, games and CD's for the Book Nook. Can be dropped off on the Courtyard shelves in July.
- Please return baskets for Silent Auction items in July.
- As you vacation this summer please think about collecting items to donate for a Silent Auction basket. The Silent Auction team will create the basket if you want.
- Live Auction items will also be needed. Trailers will not arrive until mid-summer for storage on site. Please see the article in this Connection for more info.
- Ministry groups, St. Odilia organizations, and MAC groups: Please create a theme related basket for the Silent Auction.
- Cake Walk, Farmers market, Cherry Tree prizes and the scouts games will all need donated prizes as well.
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FALL FESTIVAL 2015
September 12 & 13
Fall Jam 2015:
The Voice of St. Odilia!
Calling all musicians and singers!
Come and perform at Fall Jam, Sept 12 and 13!
Acts of all ages, performing music from all genres, will be included!
Our venues have room for solos and groups.
- If you have performed on our stages before, please do come back again this year!
- If you are a new performer, WELCOME!!! We LOVE meeting new people!
For more info, and to register, please visit:
https://sites.google.com/site/falljamodilia/
or contact Lynda Savard at tomnlynda@gmail.com
Thank you!!!
Please note that the registration deadline is JUNE 30.
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FALL FESTIVAL 2015
The Fall Festival quilt this year will entirely black and white. It is called "Jewels of My Garden." The pattern is by Amanda Murphy (amandamurphydesign.com). Our first ticket sales will be at the Ice Cream Social in July. Again this year the tickets will be $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00.
Calling All Quilters or Would Be Quilters!
We invite you to join us on any or all of the following times to help sew the Fall Festival Quilt. You may come at any time and leave when you wish. We will meet in the Courtyard.
- Fri., June 12, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Bring a dish to share for lunch. Again from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Sat., June 13, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
- Fri., June 19, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Sat., June 20, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
Please bring your sewing machine, scissors and grey thread.
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FALL FESTIVAL 2015
Start Setting Aside Your LIVE Auction Items!!!
Fall Festival LIVE Auction: Sat., Sept.12, 6:30pm
 What kind of items you ask? - Cars
- Boats
- Artwork
- Furniture
- DVD players
- Newer flat TVs
- Snowmobiles
- Electronic games
- Collectibles
- Sports equipment
- Patio furniture
- Lawn equipment
- Bicycles
- Grills
- Tools
- Snow blowers
- Small electronics
- Lighting
All items listed above must be in good working condition. Start setting your donations aside now!!!! Please understand we cannot accept: computers, monitors, printers, pianos, organs, large office desks, large sofas,mattresses, Older tube type TVs. These items rarely sell and cost $$$$ to dispose of. Item drop-off and pickup begins in AUGUST: - Auction container located in the west parking lot open Saturday & Sunday 9-12 starting Saturday, August 15.
- During the week you can get a key from the parish office 8:00-4:00 Mon.- Fri.
- Limited pickups are available on Wednesday evenings, beginning August 19. To schedule a pick-up please call: Jerry Ruhland 763-785-2694.
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FALL FESTIVAL 2015
Volunteer Today!
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BE A PART OF THE ST. ODILIA NIGHT CLUB! The Night Club, a musical variety show featuring St. Odilia parishioners, is one of our musical highlights each year. The Night Club takes place in November and delivers a wide variety of music including rock, swing, country, blues, folk and more. You can learn more about The Night Club and see past performances at www.thenightclub.org In addition to the repeat performers, Night Club audiences always enjoy new faces. So if you belong to a musical group or have a special talent (singing, instrumental, choreography, staging, decorating, etc.) please consider auditioning for this year's Night Club.
The only requirements are that at least one of the performers in a group belong to St. Odilia's and that all performers are over the age of 18. (Sorry, Fr. Peterson, it looks like you're not old enough to perform in The Night Club.) Please contact The Night Club committee at:
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MASS TIMES July 3 & 4
Please make a note of the following dates and Mass times for the holiday weekend.
Friday, July 3:
Mass is celebrated at 7:30 a.m. and the building will close following Mass. All administrative offices will be closed that day.
Saturday, July 4:
Mass is celebrated at 5:00 p.m. only (no 9:00 a.m. Mass) and the building will close after Mass.
In case of emergency, call the main parish number at 651-484-6681 and the answering service will contact the parish staff member on call.
We wish you a safe and happy holiday weekend!
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BLOOD DRIVE Blood Donors are Needed! Thurs. June 11, 1:30-6:30 p.m. in the Courtyard Enter through door #2 school entrance
The St. Odilia Knights of Columbus is sponsoring a blood drive and blood donors are needed! Please contact Bill Thelen at 651-470-8254 to register, or visit the parish office. |
FROM SISTER CAROL ANN GOSSE I am recuperating from back surgery and would appreciate your continuing prayers. My address during this time of healing is: School Sisters of Notre Dame, Sr. Carol Ann Gosse. 170 Good Council Drive, Mankato, MN 56001. |
CELEBRATE ST. ODILIA!
Sunday, July 19, 2015
Come enjoy the 8th Annual Ice Cream Social!
New this year- we will have a dance!
Cool off with some delicious ice cream from Cold Stone Creamery beginning at 3:30pm, then stay for the dance featuring the music of Dan Perry and the Backyard Band at 4:00pm.
The celebration will be in the gym with plenty of seating. Guaranteed fun for all ages!
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