Events and Programs

EXODUS: A Journey to God
Following noon Mass on: Wednesday, March 3, 10, 24

Exodus is a going forth. The biblical book of Exodus tells the story of the going forth of the Israelites from the land of Egypt into freedom slavery to Pharaoh. It tells the going forth from a life of slavery to a life of freedom as God’s people. But moving ahead is not always easy. The journey sometimes lacks comforts of the former life and requires sacrifice and a greater trust and reliance on God. Each of us is also on a journey as disciples of Jesus Christ, and the reliance on God is equally important for us. During Lent, Fr. Mark Pavlik will present reflections on Wednesdays, following the noon Mass in the church on March 3, March 10, and March 24. The reflections will focus on the Exodus story and what we, as followers of Christ, can learn about our own journey and be strengthened as we go forth to live the Gospel in our daily lives. It would be helpful for you to read the corresponding scripture passages prior to the reflection:
March 3 – Journeying Toward Freedom – Challenges on the Way (Exodus 13:17 – 14:15)
March 10 – Achieving the Freedom for which We Were Created (Exodus 14:16-31)
March 24 – The Sabbath – Freedom to Serve God (Exodus 32: 1-9; 31: 21-24)

Listen to the February 24 reflections by clicking here: 

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Listen to the March 3 reflections by clicking here: 

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Prayer Shawl Group

Come and join our Prayer Shawl Group during this Lenten season. We will meet every Wednesday through March 24, from 6:00-7:00 pm in the Gathering Room. Your care and love of knitting will be combined into a prayerful ministry that reaches out to our Pastoral Care residents throughout the city in need of comfort. Many blessings of prayer are knitted into every shawl. You may also knit at home between gatherings or if you are unable to join the group gathering. Call Mary Brady at 612-332-7471 ext. 254. Mark your calendars now! Please join us!

Holy Land Pilgrimage to Israel ~ June 13-23, 2010

Join Fr. Mark Pavlik along with Jeff & Emily Cavins and walk where Jesus walked! This ten-day pilgrimage to the Holy Land is great for families with travel age children, for singles and married couples. The Bible will come alive for you & your family like never before while you walk in the footsteps of Jesus, the Blessed Virgin Mary and St. Peter. Hosts Jeff & Emily Cavins will accompany Fr. Mark to help you experience the land of the Bible. Hear on-site teachings from Jeff, experience daily Mass, visit holy sites as well as enjoy a float in the Dead Sea, swim at the Sea of Galilee, even experience digging at an archaeological site! For more information, CLICK HERE. Brochures are also available at the parish. If you are interested in joining the pilgrimage, download a REGISTRATION FORM.

Pilgrimage to France ~ September 27 to October 4, 2010

Join a Pilgrimage group to France with the Pilgrimage Choir of the Archdiocese of St. Paul & Minneapolis. Singers, non-singers, all travelers welcome. Masses at Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris; Cathedral of Chartres, Mont-St. Michel, Lisieux, Lourdes; Visit Normandy, Versailles. See complete itinerary and information at the blogspot: http://pilgrimagechoir.blogspot.com. Since 1999 the Pilgrimage Choir has traveled abroad. Come with us once again!

You are invited to the TUESDAY CLUB at the League of Catholic Women

Each second and fourth Tuesday of the month, the League of Catholic Women invite seniors living in and near downtown Minneapolis to social, bingo and lunch at 207 South 9th Street, one block from St. Olaf Church. Since 1974 the League members have offered this outreach and hospitality for seniors. The program includes 10:00 social; 10:30 – 11:30 bingo; 11:30 – 12:30 lunch – and it is free of charge. The League also reimburses Metro Mobility Ride expenses! If you live near downtown and would enjoy a place to meet others and have a home-cooked meal, come to the Tuesday Club. For more information contact Mary Murray at 952-920-3028.

CLICK HERE for a calendar of upcoming St. Olaf events and programs.