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11/04/2017 End Human Trafficking at the Super Bowl - How?
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Learn MorePope Francis Calls Human Trafficking a Crime. How Can We Help?
Pope Francis has called human trafficking a ‘crime against humanity.’ Faith communities can be a fundamental source of stability for trafficked persons by providing acceptance and a non-judgmental atmosphere. As Catholics, we are called to shine a light on this heinous abuse that disrespects the lives and dignity of our brothers and sisters around the world.
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10/23/2017 Know Someone Who Wants to Check Out the Catholic Church?
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Learn MoreFor someone who is not Catholic but may be interested, now is a great time to begin to investigate. In the Catholic Church we really enjoy having the opportunity to welcome people who want to look into what being Catholic might mean in their lives. In fact, you may know someone who’s simply waiting for you to suggest this possibility. We have a process called The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults/RCIA that is designed to welcome those who wish to learn more about the Catholic Faith and to support them as they discern if God may be calling them to Catholicism. RCIA is designed for:
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10/07/2017 A Prayer for Our Country
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Learn MoreWe know, Lord, that you yourself were a migrant.
You experienced the trials of the refugee, having
fled as a child with your parents, Joseph and Mary,
to Egypt.
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10/07/2017 Welcoming the Refugee and Migrant: What Our Church Teaches
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Learn MoreIn our times it is good to turn to the teachings of our Catholic Faith as we consider the plight of the many immigrants and refugees, exacerbated by wars, violence, and natural disasters throughout our world. How are we to respond? What is our Gospel calling? In order to help us appreciate what our Catholic Church has to say about those forced by desperate circumstances to leave their homelands, the USCCB/United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has recently published a pamphlet entitled Welcoming the Refugee and Migrant. Copies are available in the church narthex (54th street entrance) as well as the south foyer (parking lot entrance). Please take one!
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10/05/2017 Children’s Liturgy of the Word
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Learn MoreWhat is Children’s Liturgy of the Word? Where do the children go and what do they do?
The Church recognizes that when children of a certain age are at Mass during the Liturgy of the Word, the Scripture Readings and Gospel, as we hear them proclaimed as adults, may be above and beyond their comprehension. Thus the Church allows for the children to assemble in a nearby room where they will experience the Liturgy of the Word in a manner closer to their understanding. Thus they gather in another room where two Faith Leaders proclaim the Scriptures for that particular Sunday from a simpler, Church approved translation. Just as we who are gathered in the main body of the Church listen to a homily that helps us take the Scriptures, particularly the Gospel, into our hearts to transform our lives, these two Faith Leaders help our children take in God’s Word in a way that can transform their young lives through the power of the presence of Jesus.
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10/05/2017 Early Catholic Family Life
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Early Catholic Family Life Begins October 15th!
We are happy to offer this family fun/family faith opportunity for our families who have children between the ages of zero and five years of age. 2017-18 is Annunciation’s 3rd season of offering ECFL/Early Catholic Family Life and we’ve made some changes that we hope families with young children will appreciate. Here’s what’s new:
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09/28/2017 Annunciation Church Youth Choir
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Learn MoreThe Annunciation Church Youth Choir is off to a great start!
We're only two rehearsals in, and the group is already learning a lot of new music. It's been a lot of fun. While the group is already good-sized, we are always looking for more members, and at this point in particular we are looking for some additional middle schoolers to join. There is a strong contingent of 8th graders, but we could use more 5-7th graders who love to sing. With an increase of older singers, the choir will be able to dig into more advanced repertoire, and the older students themselves will be able to accelerate and really challenge themselves. The more the merrier!
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09/27/2017 We’re Hiring: Instructional Assistant
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Annunciation Catholic School is seeking a caring, passionate, hard-working person to join our team as Instructional Assistant in the elementary classrooms. The Instructional Assistants provide additional learning support for students and help create a faith-filled, positive environment for learning. In addition, the position helps supervise lunchroom and recess for students.
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09/20/2017 Youth Choir
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Hello Annunciation families-
My name is Nick Chalmers and I am the new Director of Music at Annunciation Church. I am writing to announce the beginning of the church's Youth Choir season this week.
The mission of the Annunciation Youth Choir is to provide parish youth an opportunity to experience the joy of music, learn to become leaders in worship, and inspire the assembly to worship God by sincerity, simplicity, and the beauty of the music they offer. Youth are given the opportunity to learn and perform songs in various styles and languages, and also learn some of the fundamentals of liturgy and music with an emphasis on part singing, reading music notation, and healthy vocal production.
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09/19/2017 Welcome to Nick Chalmers, Director of Music & Liturgy
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Learn MoreFrom Fr. Park's reflection in the bulletin (9/24)
I am happy to announce that we have hired a new Director of Music and Liturgy for Annunciation—Nick Chalmers. Please welcome Nick to the Annunciation community! Here is a short bio that Nick wrote to introduce himself to the parish:
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09/15/2017 SeptemberFest Starts Today!
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Friday, September 15Father Park is once again challenging the Annunciation community to a Home Run Derby!
7:00 PM Kids’ Derby: Friendly competition between the top 10 qualifiers from the kids’ preliminary derby! Participation fee: $20
(Preliminary Derby Sat, September 9th 7:00pm)
8:00 PM Adult Derby: Two minutes to hit as many home runs as you can. Batter chooses pitcher. Participation fee: $250.
Taqueria Victor Hugo Mexican Food Truck
5:30-8:30 PM
Enjoy an authentic Mexican dinner from a favorite neighborhood food truck! Choose a burrito or two tacos (meat & vegetarian choices) with a Jarritos soda, chips & salsa, & cookie.
TICKETS REQUIRED: $15 Burrito/$10 Taco Dinner.
Buy online, between Sunday Masses, or weekdays at the church business office.
Fun For All
Carnival Rides 6:00-9:00 PM
Bingo 6:30-8:30 PM
Live Music from Peal 7:00-8:30 PM
Pie Shop 6:00-9:00 PMFarmers Market
6:00-9:00 PM
Eclectic vintage furnishings; decorations for home & garden; handmade items such as aprons, pillows, hand embroidered dish towels; vintage linens; home canned goods; home baked goods; house plants; cookbooks; children’s furniture; toys & more. Fresh, locally grown produce available on Saturday and Sunday. Credit cards accepted.
Saturday, September 16
Fun For All
Carnival Rides 12N-9:00 PM
Games for the Kids 12N-7:00 PM
Silent Auction 12N-7:00 PM
Farmers Market 12N-9:00 PM
Pie Shop 12N-9:00 PM
Fro Yo Soul Frozen Yogurt Truck 12N-6:00 PMLive Music
12N-2:00 PM Jim Pellinger
2:30-4:00 PM The Lids
4:30-6:00 PM Tom, Dick, & Harry
6:30-8:00 PM Brad McLemoreDolce Vita Dinner
6:00-8:00PM
New this year! Enjoy the “sweet life” with a delicious dinner by Fat Lorenzo’s. Garlic chicken alfredo & baked rigatoni with meatballs or vegetarian spinach manicotti, salad, focaccia, & cookies (compliments of Diane Healy & Sweet).
TICKETS REQUIRED $15 Adults/$10 Kids.
Buy online, between Sunday Masses, or weekdays at the church business office.
Magic Show with Matt Dunn
9:00 PM
Matt Dunn has dazzled the Minnesota Twins & captivated audiences at the Governor’s Mansion & Sever’s Corn Maze! You won’t want to miss this amazing performance in the Music Tent!
Sunday, September 17
Outdoor Mass
We are excited to announce that Bishop Cozzens will preside at the 10:30 AM Mass on the West Lawn.
Breakfast Special
After 10:30 Mass, enjoy a special breakfast & coffee in honor of our special guest!
Live Music
12N-2:00 PM The Capri Big Band
Fun For All
Bingo 12N-2:00 PM
Carnival Rides 11:30 AM-3:30 PM
Games for the Kids 11:30 AM-2:30 PM
Silent Auction 11:30 AM-2:00 PM
Farmers Market 11:30 AM-3:30 PM
Pie Shop 11:30 AM-3:30 PMGreat Food all Weekend
Pie and Ice Cream Shop – church basement
Food Booth – including vegetarian options, by the church
Wine Booth & Beer Garden - near the Food Booth by the church
Plus Candyland, mini-donuts, cheese curds
Games on Friday, Saturday & Sunday - East lawn of the church
Volunteer!
We are using the web site We Join In to coordinate volunteers. Please sign up online!
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09/13/2017 Sunday Mass Times
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Learn MoreAfter a lot of prayer, reading your feedback, and consulting with groups of parishioners and our parish staff I have decided to make our “summer” Mass Schedule our new permanent Mass Schedule.
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09/13/2017 Bible Study at Annunciation Beginning Soon
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Learn MoreWednesday morning Bible Study has been going on at Annunciation for 20 plus years and we look forward to the beginning of a new season of Bible Study, Wednesday, September 27th, from 9:15 to 10:30am, in the Visitation Room.
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09/07/2017 A Time Just for Moms
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Learn MoreMoms Group at Annunciation
The tradition continues and Moms of all ages are welcome!
Yes, on Tuesday morning, September 19th, we will gather from 9:30 to 11:00am in the Visitation room, lower level of the church.
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08/16/2017 Mass Schedule Change
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Learn MoreEXTENDING TIME PERIOD FOR THE 9:30 AM SUNDAY MASS:
I have decided to continue the one Sunday Morning Mass at 9:30 am until at least September 10th. (For SeptemberFest weekend, on the 16th & 17th, we will have a special Mass schedule.) The reason for this extension is to take these next few weeks to engage you, our parishioners, and see if it is best for our community to permanently keep the one Sunday morning Mass at 9:30 am instead of going back to two Sunday morning Masses.
Please note, there will be no changes to the weekly Saturday evening Mass at 5:00 pm and the weekly Sunday evening Mass at 5:30 pm.
I will speak more about this at weekend Masses in the coming weeks and talk about how I hope to engage the parish to get your feedback.
Thank you for your continued support of this amazing community we have here at Annunciation!
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08/14/2017 Outdoor Mass at SeptemberFest
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We are excited to announce that Bishop Cozzens will preside at the 10:30 AM Mass on the West Lawn during SeptemberFest weekend. Please join us for one of the best mass experiences of the year!
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08/03/2017 Eli Pollock’s Goodbye Party
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Learn MorePlease join us on Sunday, August 20 at the 9:30am Mass as we honor Eli’s nine years of service at Annunciation as our Director of Music and Liturgy.
Eli will sing at this Mass, and after Mass there will be coffee and donuts and a chance for people to thank Eli for all his hard work for our parish. We will miss you Eli! God bless you as you begin your work as the Music Teacher at St. Thomas More Catholic School in St. Paul!
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08/02/2017 Women’s Bible Study: Opening Your Heart
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This fall we will be kicking off a Women’s Bible Study from Walking with Purpose called Opening Your Heart.Beginning Tuesday, September 26th we will meeting on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm in the Annunciation Church Community Room.
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07/27/2017 Pilgrimage to See St. Padre Pio Relics
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September 20, 2017You are invited! Come with Father Brian Park to Lacrosse, Wisconsin, enjoy a day filled with blessings!
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07/14/2017 “Let God Set Free”: We’re So Grateful for Your Support!
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Learn MoreI would like to express thanks to you for all the support notes and prayer that our participants experienced from you, our Annunciation parishioners, during the June 2-3 retreat for the 11 staff members of Breaking Free (St. Paul) and Terebinth Refuge (St. Cloud). Both of these organizations are dedicated to assisting women in rebuilding lives after escaping sex trafficking. These women’s hearts were deeply touched by all your prayer for them and the letters of support they received from many of you. One of the retreatants has all her notes posted in her office space so that she can constantly be reminded of your support. Terry Forliti, Executive Director of Breaking Free, in her amazement for your thoughtfulness said, “We don’t get thank-yous for what we do – ever!”
This retreat was made possible through some very generous donations from the Minnesota Vikings, Mary’s Pence and other anonymous donors. Please check out the article about this retreat in the July 14th edition of the Catholic Spirit: http://thecatholicspirit.com/news/local-news/religious-sisters-host-retreat-women-working-trafficking-victims/.
Sr. Sue
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06/14/2017 Summer Mass Schedule
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Learn MoreNO 5:30PM MASS ON TUESDAY, JUNE 20 & NO 8:15AM MASS ON THURSDAY, JUNE 22—A WORD & COMMUNION SERVICE WILL BE CELEBRATED ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21 AT 8:15AM: This week, from Monday afternoon, June 19 through Thursday afternoon, June 22, all the priests of the Archdiocese will be going to Rochester, MN for our biannual Presbyterial Assembly. Deacon Sean will lead a Word and Communion service on Wednesday, June 21 at 8:15am. Please keep all the priests in our Archdiocese in your prayers as we gather to pray and meet this week.
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05/31/2017 SeptemberFest T-Shirts!
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Place your order by June 16th & pick up at Back-to-School Night!Youth and adult sizes available in five colors. Each shirt is $16.95. Order by June 16th.
To view t-shirts, size charts, and place your order visit: https://www.customink.com/g/cad0-00b1-dbdr
Pick up your t-shirt order at the SeptemberFest table at Back-to-School Night (August 23rd)!
Proceeds benefit Annunciation Parish.
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05/25/2017 Mass Schedule News
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Learn MoreEIGHTH GRADE GRADUATION MASS will be Tuesday morning, May 30 at 9:30am. Congratulations to all of our eighth grade students and may God’s blessings be upon you as you head off to high school! We look forward to seeing you all as active members of our Senior High AYM!
Sunday, June 4 at the 10:30am Mass—Volunteers of the Year and Volunteer Appreciation luncheon.
TUESDAY EVENING MASS will be moving from 6:00pm to 5:30pm starting Tuesday, June 6. Confessions will be available each week before the 5:30pm Mass from 4:45pm to 5:15pm.
SUMMER WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE begins on the weekend of June 10 & 11. Our summer weekend Mass schedule will be Saturday at 5:00pm, and Sunday at 9:30am & 5:30pm. This schedule will last through the weekend of August 19 & 20.
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05/24/2017 “Let God Set Free”: A Retreat for Breaking Free
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Learn MoreOver the past few years Annunciation has been offering various kinds of support to the organization called Breaking Free in their efforts to serve the needs of women who have managed to escape the scourge of sex trafficking.
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05/24/2017 Study Buddies Needed at CommonBond Housing
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Learn MoreDo you have room in your schedule—and in your heart—for a child who needs weekly one-on-one tutoring (September – May for 90 minutes) through the STUDY BUDDY program at CommonBond Affordable Housing Communities?
“CommonBond provides on-site services that truly meet residents where they live, including youth. The goal is to engage kids in quality, consistent, and intentional programs by partnering with parents, schools, community resources, and, perhaps most importantly, volunteers. The Study Buddies program, which engages volunteers with youth as homework mentors, has had measurable impact and success year after year. Youth in the program benefit from weekly one-to-one tutoring while forming friendships with other “buddies” in the program. It is a life-changing experience for the kids and the volunteers. Study Buddies are needed in Minneapolis and St. Paul. To learn more or to volunteer please contact Arbor at 651.290.6226 or arbor.otalora-fadner@commonbond.org.”
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04/28/2017 Discover the Way Retreat for 5th Graders
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On Thursday, April 27th of this week, our 5th graders participated in their Discover the Way Vocation Retreat. They spent the whole school day with a team of people representing the vocations of priesthood, religious life, married life, single life and the diaconate.The team also included 8 De LaSalle high school team members, some of whom are Annunciation School graduates.
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04/27/2017 Father Park Live
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Learn MoreAre you looking for a way to grow in your faith? Do you have questions about God, Jesus Christ, heaven, hell, purgatory, the Bible, morality, the sacraments, etc. that you have always wanted to ask or discuss? Are you looking for a place where there is open and honest conversation about the more “controversial” teachings of the Catholic Church? Do you want to know how to better explain and defend the Catholic faith?
FATHER PARK LIVE is back this Tuesday, May 2 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm in the Community Room downstairs in the Church. This month our topic will be “Christian Anthropology—what does it mean to be a human person?” Come and learn more about who God has created us to be! Bring your questions!
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04/26/2017 Earth Day 2017
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Caring for God’s Creation & the Poor: “Global warming continues, due in part to human activity…This is leading to ever more severe droughts, floods, fires and extreme weather events. The world’s poor, though least responsible for climate change, are most vulnerable and already suffering its impact. For human beings to contaminate the earth’s waters, its land, its air, and its life — these are sins.” ~Pope Francis -
04/25/2017 Counseling Program at Catholic Charities
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Learn MoreEaster and Spring remind us that we are people of new life and new growth, even after very difficult days. The Counseling Program at Catholic Charities has openings ready in St. Paul, Blaine or Burnsville for anyone who is interested in working on some areas that need renewal, whether individually, or as a couple or family. We also have Men’s Therapy Groups. We will work with whatever financial situation you have, through insurance or sliding fee. Call 651 647-3186.
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04/13/2017 Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?
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WHAT: Parishioners gather to share a meal and good company.
WHEN: Third Thursday of each month at 6:30pm, with November and June off. You can participate when you’re able. After you register, we’ll set your date(s) with you. We’ll contact you again two weeks before a scheduled dinner to confirm your attendance.
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04/12/2017 Calling all Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC)
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Learn MoreAre you currently bringing Holy Communion to the homebound?
We are trying to assess the current pastoral care being provided to our community in order to ensure all our homebound parishioners are having their needs meet. If you are currently bringing Holy Communion to the homebound, will you please contact Ashleigh Varley at 612.824.9993 ext. 256, or email: avarley@annunciationmsp.org.
Are you being called to serve as an EMHC? Do you have the desire to assist in the distribution of Holy Communion at Mass or to bring Holy Communion to the homebound?
If so, EMHCs must be trained and commissioned every three years. If you need to renew your training or if you desire to be trained for the first time, you are invited to attend one of two spring trainings in the Community Room of the church:
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03/22/2017 Feast of the Annunciation
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Come Celebrate the Feast of the Annunciation at Annunciation Catholic Church! 9 am Mass on Saturday, March 25th. Then join us for an egg-bake brunch following Mass, in the Community Room.
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03/08/2017 Welcome our New Alumni/Development Coordinator
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Learn MoreIt is with great pleasure that I announce we have a new Alumni/Development Coordinator! Jessica Knutson will begin working with us on March 13th. You can read her introduction below. Please join me in welcoming her!
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03/08/2017 Share Your Light – Join Us at Loaves and Fishes!
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On the first Monday of each month, Amy & Jedd Hanson serve dinner to 150-250 people at St. Stephen's school (2123 Clinton Ave). They would love for you to join the ministry in any big or small way!
There are many different ways and times to help out, so we're coordinating our efforts through VolunteerSpot - just follow these 3 easy steps:
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02/22/2017 Exultate and Annunciation Church present, A Benefit Concert for Mission Haiti Inc.
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Learn MoreBrahms Requiem
Saturday, March 11, 2017 at 7:30 p.m.
plus Haiti Arts & Crafts Sale before and after the performance!
From Sorrow to Comfort – Johannes Brahms – Requiem
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02/14/2017 Saturday Adoration with The Missionaries of Charity Sisters
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01/14/2017 Peace and Justice Issues for the Month of January
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Learn MoreThere are two major Peace and Justice Issues that are brought to our attention during the month of January.
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12/16/2016 Promotion of Peace
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Learn MoreCaring for God’s Creation & the Poor: “Peacemaking calls for courage, much more so than warfare. It calls for the courage to say yes to encounter and no to conflict: yes to dialogue and no to violence; yes to negotiations and no to hostilities; yes to respect for agreements and no to acts of provocation; yes to sincerity and no to duplicity. All of this takes courage, it takes strength and tenacity.” ~Pope Francis -
12/16/2016 Pathways to Prayer
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Learn MoreStart the New Year on the right path - Pathways to Prayer
January Women’s Mid-Week Retreat, January 17-19, 2017, Franciscan Retreats and Spirituality Center, Prior Lake, MN.
What better place to begin a new year than on a retreat? Set the tone for the year ahead while reflecting on the year past in a space designed precisely for prayer, contemplation, reflection and growth of faith.
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12/09/2016 Role of Government
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Learn MoreCaring for God’s Creation & the Poor: “Politics, though often denigrated, remains a lofty vocation and one of the highest forms of charity, inasmuch as it seeks the common good. We need to be convinced that charity “is the principle not only of micro-relationships (with friends, with family members or within small groups) but also of macro-relationships (social, economic and political ones)”. I beg the Lord to grant us more politicians who are genuinely disturbed by the state of society, the people, the lives of the poor! It is vital that government leaders and financial leaders take heed and broaden their horizons, working to ensure that all citizens have dignified work, education and healthcare.” ~Pope Francis -
12/06/2016 Holiday Masses
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Learn MoreImmaculate Conception
Thursday December 8, 8:15am and 6pm
Vigil Mass, Wednesday, December 7 at 6:00pmParish Penance Service & First Reconciliation
Saturday, December 10, 10:00am
Several priests will be available to hear confessions.Individual Confession:
Tuesdays 5:00pm; Fridays 8:45am & Saturdays 3:30pm
Additional Confession Times:
Thursday, December 22 from 10:00am to 11:00am & 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Friday, December 23 from 10:00am to 11:00am & 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Saturday, December 24 from 10:00am to 11:00am.Christmas Masses (Carols prior to each Mass)
Saturday, December 24, 4:00pm & 10:00pm
Sunday, December 25, 10:00amSolemnity of Mary Mother of God
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12/02/2016 Solidarity
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Learn MoreCaring for God’s Creation & the Poor: “We must recover the whole sense of gift, of gratuitousness, of solidarity. Rampant capitalism has taught the logic of profit at all costs, of giving to get, of exploitation without looking at the person… and we see the results in the crisis we are experiencing! This Home is a place that teaches charity, a ‘school’ of charity, which instructs me to go encounter every person, not for profit, but for love.” ~Pope Francis -
11/30/2016 Prayer Help For Advent
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Learn MoreThis year we are trying a new Advent Reflection Book called Theotokos, which is Greek for Mother of God. If you participated in Oremus last Lent, you may remember Fr. Mark Toups from the video reflections. He is the composer of booklet of daily Advent prayer reflections with journal questions for your prayer. We hope this resource will help you on your Advent journey.
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11/30/2016 Advent Craft Making!
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Sunday, December 4th, 2016, 10:15am - 12:15pmCome Join Us for a Morning of Holiday Fun!
On Sunday, December 4th, after all masses from 10:15am - 12:15pm there will be a Children’s Advent Craft Making in the preschool classrooms.
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11/29/2016 Wish List for Haiti
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Learn MoreYour donations would be gratefully received by the Sisters of the Companion of Jesus and ladies at the Village of Jesus in Leogane, Haiti.
There is a permanent drop-off box in the church business office (lower level of Church) for your convenience. We will take these meds with us on every trip.
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11/25/2016 Stewardship of Creation
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Caring for God’s Creation & the Poor: “Please, I would like to ask all those who have positions of responsibility in economic, political and social life, and all men and women of goodwill: let us be ‘protector’ of creation, protectors of God’s plan inscribed in nature, protectors of one another and of the environment.” ~Pope Francis -
11/18/2016 Dignity of Work and Rights of Workers
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Learn MoreCaring for God’s Creation & the Poor: “In this Jubilee Year, I would also appeal to national leaders for concrete gestures in favor of our brothers and sisters who suffer from the lack of labor, land and lodging. I am thinking of the creation of dignified jobs to combat the social plague of unemployment, which affects many families and young people, with grave effects for society as a whole. Unemployment takes a heavy toll on people’s sense of dignity and hope, and can only be partially compensated for by welfare benefits, however necessary these may be, provided to the unemployed and their families.” ~Pope Francis -
11/15/2016 A Simple Prayer
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Jesus said, “Let the children come to me, and do not prevent them; for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
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11/07/2016 Sr. High AYM Happy Mondays: Chipolte
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Monthly prayer dinner & fellowshipWhen: 3rd Monday of the month, October ‘16 - April ‘17, 7:00pm-8:30pm
Who: Senior High Youth (Grades 9-12)
Where: Local Restaurants at 76th & Lyndale
Bring: Money to purchase dinner*Free t-shirt for attending 3 Happy Mondays Senior
11/21 Chipolte
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11/06/2016 40 days for Life
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Learn MoreToday is the last day for 40 days for Life at Planned Parenthood in St. Paul. There will be a closing prayer service today, Nov. 6th, at 3:00pm at Planned Parenthood. As of Monday, October 24th, 410 babies have been saved from abortion since 40 Days for Life started in September.
The Respect Life Ministry will continue to have their prayer vigil at the Planned Parenthood clinic in Richfield every Wednesday at 1:00pm at 66th Street just east of Lyndale.
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10/30/2016 Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship (USCCB)
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10/19/2016 Tuition Assistance Grant from the Catholic Community Foundation
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Annunciation Catholic School is happy to be a recent recipient of a Tuition Assistance Grant from the Catholic Community Foundation (CCF). This grant was made possible by many donors – past and present – whose belief in the power of endowment has allowed CCF to steward and grow endowment funds. These funds provide annual grants to our Catholic schools in order to make Catholic education accessible to more and more students.The Catholic Community Foundation, located in St. Paul, is the largest Catholic community foundation in the nation and is committed to supporting the spiritual, educational and social needs of our community.
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10/14/2016 A Holy Hour for Haiti:
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Learn MoreA Gathering of Prayer in Solidarity for Our Brothers and Sisters in Haiti
When: Thursday, October 20th, from 6:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Annunciation Church
In our tradition at Annunciation we designate Thursdays for Adoration before the Blessed Sacrament from 9:00am to 7:00pm. We invite everyone who carries a heartfelt love for the people of Haiti and concern for their welfare in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew to join us for this special time of prayer. We pray in thanksgiving that those whom we serve through Mission Haiti Inc. are all safe at this time. We pray too that people will be generous in their response to the needs of the Haitian people in the days, weeks and months ahead. Online donations can be made at Mission Haiti Inc.
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10/08/2016 What ARE Our Catholic Social Teachings?
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Learn MoreCaring for God’s Creation & the Poor: “Far too many Catholics are not familiar with the basic content of Catholic social teaching. More fundamentally, many Catholics do not adequately understand that the social teaching of the Church is an essential part of Catholic faith. This poses a serious challenge for all Catholics, since it weakens our capacity to be a Church that is true to the demands of the Gospel. We need to do more to share the social mission and message of our Church.”
~ Sharing Catholic Social Teaching: Challenges and Directions, U.S. Catholic Bishops
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10/07/2016 Washburn High School’s Fall Musical
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10/01/2016 Church Teaching on Racism
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Learn More“Racism is a serious moral evil. It is a sin. This has been the clear message from the moral teaching of the Church. Both the Scriptures and contemporary Church teaching help us to understand why racism is such a serious violation of God’s will.
In our national pastoral letter on racism we bishops noted how racism is a rejection of the most basic values of the Scriptures:
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09/29/2016 Vatican International Exhibition: Eucharistic Miracles of the World
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Learn MoreSt. Vincent de Paul, 9100 93rd Av N, Brooklyn Park, will be hosting the Vatican International Exhibit of the Eucharist Miracles of the World. This photographic exhibit includes 126 historically documented Eucharistic miracles that have occurred in various countries since the Last Supper. They are visible proof of Jesus Christ’s Real Presence in the Holy Eucharist. All are welcome to experience this rare opportunity!
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09/24/2016 Despite Progress, Racism Persists
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Learn More“During the past 40 years our nation has made significant progress in the struggle for racial justice. There is a greater appreciation for the value of racial and ethnic diversity and a greater willingness to condemn blatant and overt forms of racist behavior. Important legislation has been passed that officially protects civil rights and promotes greater racial equality. For many people of color this has meant an opportunity to make important advances in terms of economic and social wellbeing.
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09/23/2016 What is “A Day in ‘The Life’”?
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Pope Francis often implores us to work to eradicate all forms of human trafficking, including sex trafficking. “How I wish that all of us would hear God’s cry: “Where is your brother?” (Gen 4:9). Where is your brother or sister who is enslaved?” (Pope Francis, 11/24/13, no. 211)Come join us on Saturday afternoon, October 15th, from 2:30 to 4:45, in the Annunciation Community Room where you will have the opportunity to learn about sex trafficking here in the Twin Cities Metro, pray in solidarity with those working to bring this form of enslavement to an end, and do something to help.
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09/23/2016 Virtus; The Enhanced Essential 3
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Learn MoreWe believe that our responsibility to create and maintain safe environment is not a one-time obligation; it is an ongoing commitment that must evolve to meet national best practices for ensuring the safety of children, youth and vulnerable adults. To that end, beginning in 2016-2017 school year, these Essential 3 requirements must be renewed every three years by all clergy, chancery staff, parish and Catholic school employees, and volunteers who have either regular or unsupervised interaction with minors or vulnerable adults.
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09/22/2016 Prayer Before An Election
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Learn MoreLord God, as the election approaches,
we seek to better understand the issues and concerns that confront our city/state/country,
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09/18/2016 Virtus Training Schedule
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Learn MoreIn an effort to make Virtus Training the most convenient to all our volunteers, who have not attended, we have scheduled a training session in the Annunciation Church Community Room.
VIRTUS TRAINING 2016-17
ANNUNCIATION CHURCH - COMMUNITY ROOM
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09/16/2016 New Instructional Positions Open
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Learn MoreInstructional Assistant Positions – Annunciation Catholic School:
Annunciation Catholic School is seeking caring, passionate, hard-working people to join our team as Instructional Assistants in the elementary classrooms. The Instructional Assistants provide additional learning support for students and help create a faith-filled, positive environment for learning.
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09/14/2016 Photo Bombed by TC Bear
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This is your little one's chance to meet TC Bear and a few of his baseball friends. Join us on the field next to the church during the kids homerun derby, 7-8pm. -
09/10/2016 Septemberfest trash and YOU
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Learn More“The earth, our home, is beginning to look more and more like an immense pile of filth.”
~Pope FrancisSeptemberfest is a great time to build community, fun and friendships—unfortunately, it also is a time to build up a huge pile of filth. We are proud to be a part of a community that works very hard towards making Septemberfest a Zero Waste Event--meaning that most of our trash can be composted or recycled, resulting in very little actual trash. This is approximately the 10th year of working towards a Zero Waste Septemberfest, thanks to the leadership of the Green Team, namely Jimmy Dunn, Michael Reed, Wynne Yelland, and to the many “Garbage Gurus” who volunteer during the festival weekend to help separate trash from treasure. But it really relies on YOU, paying attention to what is compostable and recyclable. This year we have requested fewer “pods” of compost/recycle/trash bins to help all of us do a better job. (Hint: All the beverage cups and dinner ware are compostable.)
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09/06/2016 Come Tour Breaking Free
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Learn MoreBreaking Free serves the needs of those who have either escaped or are attempting to escape the bondage of sex trafficking. Located in St. Paul, Breaking Free serves the needs of nearly 500 trafficked persons each year. In order to come to a deeper understanding of both the needs of victim/survivors and the services offered at Breaking Free we have arranged a tour. We will meet members of Breaking Free staff and see first-hand some of the many ways they reach out to, care for, and support those who come to them.
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09/03/2016 Brothers & Sisters to Us
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Learn More“Brothers and Sisters in Christ, More than 20 years ago the Catholic bishops of the United States issued a major pastoral letter on racism, ‘Brothers and Sisters to Us.’ In that letter we declared that Racism is a sin: a sin that divides the human family, blots out the image of God among specific members of that family and violates the fundamental human dignity of those called to be children of the same Father.
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09/02/2016 SeptemberFest: Pie Shop
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Friday, September 16: 6-9pm
Saturday, September 17: Noon-9pm
Sunday, September 18: 11:30am-3:30pmEnjoy a delicious slice of pie with a scoop of ice cream - in the comfort of air conditioning! Join us in the Church basement for this SeptemberFest favorite.
Donations:
Pie donations can be dropped off in the Church basement on Friday, Saturday or Sunday of SeptemberFest weekend. All items must be store bought.Questions: Contact Peg Tuttle at Pegtuttle@msn.com or 612-242-0821.
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09/02/2016 SeptemberFest Farmers Market
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Friday, September 16: 6-9pm
Saturday, September 17: Noon-9pm
Sunday, September 18: 11:30am-3:30pmEclectic vintage furnishings, decorations for your home and garden, handmade items such as aprons, pillows, hand embroidered dish towels, vintage linens, home canned goods, home baked goods, house plants, cookbooks, children’s furniture, pet toys and more!
Fresh, locally grown produce available on Saturday and Sunday.
Will accept credit cards.
Questions: Contact Laura Pigozzi 612-825-7860 or pigoz002@umn.edu
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09/02/2016 Saturday Night Surf or Turf!
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Saturday, September 17, 6:00-8:00PM Steak or salmon, grilled vegetables, garlic mashed potatoes, Caesar salad, cookie. TICKETS REQUIRED $25/ticket. Tickets will be sold between Sunday masses and weekdays at the church and school offices. Buy Tickets Online.
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09/02/2016 SeptemberFest: Zero K
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September 16, 2016 from 6:00-8:00 PMHave you ever wanted to run a marathon, only 26.2 miles shorter? Then this event is for you. Come join Jimmy Dunn and walk across the finish line to the couch. You’ll win a medal, a meal from “Gastrotruck” food truck, and a drink coupon. Track suits strongly encouraged!
$25/ticket on Friday night.
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09/01/2016 Pre-Sale Carnival Ride Tickets
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We will have Carnival Rides again this year at SeptemberFest!Friday 6-9pm
Saturday 12-9pm
Sunday 11:30am-3:30pmJ and K will sell ride tickets during SeptemberFest for $3 per ride/ ticket. BUT, Annunciation was able to purchase a limited number of discounted tickets for $2 per ride/ ticket. This allows Annunciation families to save some money!
We will be selling the discounted ride tickets in the Church Business office from 8am-4pm while supplies last.
Questions: Contact Jimmy Dunn 612-824-9993 ext 243.
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08/31/2016 SH Kick Off Night
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When: 6:00pm-10:00pm, Sunday, September 25th, 2016
Where: Brunswick Zone XL - Lakeville (Meet at the Youth Room)
Cost: $30 will cover the cost of admission, snack, 2 games of laser tag, 1 hour of bowling, door prizes and transportation. -
08/31/2016 Sign-up for The Weekender
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We are trying some new ways to enable good communication between school and families. Please take minute to sign up for the weekly school newsletter, The Weekender. By asking parents to sign up for the list we hope to improve the rate of successful transmission of each email. Thank you for your cooperation! -
08/18/2016 SeptemberFest Raffle Tickets
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Your Annunciation Raffle Tickets are available for pick up in the church south Foyer. The Grand Prize is $3,000.00 again this year, but the drawingwill take place Saturday, September 17th at 9:00pm just after the Homerun Derby!If each family sells or purchase $50 of tickets the Septemberfest raffle would raise over $50,000 for Annunciation so let the selling begin!
If you need more tickets you can get more through the Business Office by talking to Mary Grace.
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08/15/2016 NEW at SeptemberFest 2016! The Mediocritones
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After the Zero K, stick around and listen (dance?!) to the Twin Cities best average band, The Mediocritones, a unique cover & tribute band. -
08/06/2016 Gift of Being Grand: A Catholic Grand-parenting Conference
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Learn MoreSaturday, August 27, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Mary Mother of the Church, Burnsville
Learn about God's plan for grandparents about how to pass on a Heritage of Faith. Presenters include Archbishop Andrew Cozzens, Jeff Cavins, Judy Cozzens, Katherine Kersten and topics include: The Importance of Intergenerational Faith in Our Culture Today, God's Message for Grandparents, Pope Francis and the Role for Grandparents in the Family and Parish, How to Strengthen Faith with Adult Children and Grandchildren. Breakout sessions will address: Resources for Prayer and Passing on the Faith, Grand-parenting Through Difficulties, How to be a Grandparent When You Are Miles Away, Unleashing the Healing Power of Prayer, Discipling Grandchildren: Putting Faith into Practice.
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08/06/2016 God in All Things – Discernment. Attention. Ignatian
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Learn MoreWhen I made my retreat this past June, my spiritual director pointed me in the direction of a wonderful website that is becoming for me a rich resource for prayer. I would like to share some of its treasures with you.
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07/22/2016 Green Your Camping Trip
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Learn MoreCaring for God’s Creation & the Poor: “May the relationship between man and nature not be driven by greed, to manipulate and exploit, but may the divine harmony between beings and creation be conserved in the logic of respect and care” ~Pope Francis
If you’re planning a camping trip for the warm weather months, we’ve got you covered. Here are our green tips for making the most of your outdoor experience, while taking care to leave a healthy environment when you pack up and head home.
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07/15/2016 Golf and the Environment
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Learn MoreCaring for God’s Creation & the Poor: “As stewards of God’s creation, we are called to make the earth a beautiful garden for the human family.” ~Pope Francis
Next time you are out on the greens, think about whether your own actions are "green." Here are some easy suggestions on what you can do to help the environment:
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07/08/2016 Top Ten Summer Travel Tips
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Learn More“A Christian who doesn’t safeguard creation, who doesn’t make it flourish, is a Christian who isn’t concerned with God’s work, that work born of God’s love for us.” ~Pope Francis
Whether you’re heading to the beach, the woods or a hotel this summer, keep these summer travel tips in mind to lessen your impact on the environment.
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07/02/2016 Green Picnic Guide
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Learn MoreCaring for God’s Creation & the Poor: “God always forgives, we men forgive sometimes, but nature never forgives.” ~Pope Francis
Gearing up for a summer picnic? Here are some earth-friendly ideas to help you keep your outdoor gatherings fun, simple and green.
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06/25/2016 Bring Your Own Bag and Help Hunger
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Learn MoreCaring for God’s Creation & the Poor: “You pray for the hungry, then you feed them. This is how prayer works.” ~Pope Francis
Our local grocery stores have shown a real commitment to helping fight local hunger. One chain automatically donates 5 cents to Second Harvest for every reusable bag you bring. (Adding up to 1,080,000 meals donated so far!) Another gives you a 5 cent credit for each bag, and donates to the charity of your choice based on receipts. Almost all of them partner with local food shelves, donating expired unsold food that is safe for consumption.
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06/23/2016 Gift from the Relevant Radio Banquet
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Learn MoreOur school received a check for $2,569 as a gift from a local anonymous donor, who matched contributions to Relevant Radio for participating Catholic Schools at their annual benefit banquet held in April.
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06/23/2016 Confirmation Registration (9th & 10th graders)
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Learn MoreDear 8th Grade Parents,
With 8th grade graduation this past month, I want to congratulate you for the accomplishment that your son/daughter’s graduation from Annunciation means for all of you as a family.
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06/20/2016 VBS 2017 Director Search
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Learn MoreVBS Director Needed for Summer 2017!
Each year over 100 Annunciation kids participate, either as campers or volunteers, in Annunciation’s Vacation Bible School (VBS). It is a ton of fun and the kids have a blast!
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06/20/2016 Spring Clean Up Thank You
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THANK YOU . . . To everyone who was able to help in Annunciation’s Spring Cleanup Days this past Wednesday and Saturday. Many hands make light work and it was a lot of work that we did. Thanks for giving of your time and energy to help keep our community’s green space looking beautiful!If you’d like to adopt a section of the Annunciation grounds for you and your family and friends to take care of for a year or two, please contact Eli Pollock.
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06/20/2016 Eucharistic Adoration
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Learn MoreA QUIET HOUR WITH JESUS
Each Thursday after Mass, our parish offers Eucharistic Adoration. Adoration begins with the 9:00am to 10:00am time-slot, and concludes with the 6:00pm to 7:00pm spot. Each hour should have at least two Adorers. Would you like to join us?
The Divine Mercy Chaplet is offered at 3:00pm each Thursday during Adoration in the Church. Call Therese Moriarty at 612.545.8881 for further information, or just drop by for an hour. (Enter through the south door by the parking lot).
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06/20/2016 Support Sr. Sue!: Riding for Habit in Haiti
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Learn MoreThis summer, July 14-16, I plan to do the three-day version of the seven-day Habitat 500 Bike Ride which will take place in northeast Minnesota, and I’d love to have you join me for the ride!
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06/18/2016 Stand for Energy Equity
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Learn MoreCaring for God’s Creation & the Poor: “Urgent need to develop policies so that, in the next few years, the emission of carbon dioxide and other highly polluting gases can be drastically reduced, for example, substituting for fossil fuels and developing sources of renewable energy." ~Pope Francis
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06/11/2016 Yard Care Tips to Protect Water
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Learn MoreCaring for God’s Creation & the Poor: “There is a nobility in the duty to care for creation through little daily actions.” ~Pope Francis
“The actions we take at home can impact nearby lakes, rivers and wetlands, and we can all take steps with our yard care to prevent pollution and protect water quality. Follow these four simple steps to protect water this summer:
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06/11/2016 6th Annual Widow’s Day of Reflection: “Never Alone”
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Learn MoreThis event will consist of 2 presentations by Fr. Richard Simon, Pastor of St. lambert parish, Skokie IL. Fr. Simon hosts “Fr. Simon Says”, heard daily on Relevant Radio. Fr. Simon is known for both his humor and thoughtful reflections on the beauty and truth of our Catholic Faith. Participants will also hear Michele Denise Michaels, a singer and speaker who shares about the gift of her blindness and the love of God.
-Saturday, June 25th, 8:30am to 12:15pm, including lunch
-Our Lady of Grace, Edina
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06/11/2016 Help Yourself to a Special Book for Father’s Day!
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Learn MoreIn his book Every Man’s Journey Jim Campbell offers 30 Gospel based meditations designed to help men explore what it means to become the men God intends them to be. The Apostle Peter serves as guide for this journey. Just as Jesus called Peter from his daily work to refocus him for God and others, God is calling men today, in the midst of their labors, to discover how they can become more than they ever imagined. Please take a copy and enjoy it!
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06/09/2016 Field Day Fun
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The rain stopped the sun was shinning and fun was had by all on Field Day 2016. Perhaps, Fr. Park most of all?
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06/09/2016 Annunciation Rummage Sale History
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Learn MoreThe Annunciation Rummage Sale is not any old rummage sale. Like many parts of Annunciation Church and School, it is part of tradition. The Founders: “I can remember mother sitting at the checkout table,” recalls Leslie Smith, Annunciation 5th Grade Teacher for many years. Mrs. Smith’s mother, Margaret Kennedy, and two of her friends, Lou Peterson and Nora DeGonda, spearheaded the school rummage sales, with Peterson and DeGonda being two of the sale founders.
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06/09/2016 Annunciation Spring Clean Up Days!
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Come and help keep Annunciation beautiful! Join us on one of two days to help maintain Annunciation’s beautiful gardens and green space. Help by pulling weeds, picking up trash, mulching, painting, and planting around the church and school. We welcome all families with all ages to come and participate. Come when you can for as long as you can on Wednesday evening or Saturday morning Bring garden gloves, small tools, sunscreen, and a hat.Wednesday, June 15, 2016 6-8p
Saturday, June 18, 2016 8a-12p
Questions: Contact Eli Pollock at epollock@annunciationmsp.org or 612.824.0787 ext. 261
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06/04/2016 Apps to Help Prevent & Fight Human Trafficking
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Learn MoreCaring for God’s Creation & the Poor:
“Every human being, man, woman, boy and girl, is made in God’s image. God is the love and freedom that is given in interpersonal relationships, and every human being is a free person destined to live for the good of others in equality and fraternity.” ~Pope Francis
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06/01/2016 Teaching Position Open
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Learn MoreMiddle School Spanish Teacher Position
We are seeking a qualified, passionate Spanish teacher for elementary and middle school. The Spanish teacher works with the classroom teachers and staff to provide strong academic and educational experience to our students. As an International Baccalaureate candidate school, Annunciation’s Spanish program is in integral part of the school. The opportunity to integrate the Spanish language into the school’s curriculum and throughout the school is a priority. Collaboration with core teachers and specialists is critical to our success.
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05/28/2016 Postcards (or Email) to Fight Modern Slavery
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Learn MoreCaring for God’s Creation & the Poor:
“Every person, and all people, are equal and must be accorded the same freedom and the same dignity. Any discriminatory relationship that does not respect the fundamental conviction that others are equal is a crime, and frequently an aberrant crime.” ~Pope Francis
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05/25/2016 Annunciation Ladies Lawn Party
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Sunday, June 12, 4-8 pm | Rain or Shine!Join us for an evening of lawn games, while socializing with fellow Annunciation moms! BYOB and we’ll provide the burgers and other snacks.
Who: Annunciation Moms*
Where: Annunciation Wiffle Ball field
(or Church basement if it’s raining)
Cost: $20 suggested donation to Annunciation
RSVP: Not required, but to help us plan, contact tracymoosbrugger@gmail.com*No spouses, significant others or kiddos as this one is just for the ladies!
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