Participating in the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon on October 1st?
Come to Saint Olaf for Catholic Mass at 6:00am and get your running shows blessed

6:00am Mass Sunday, October 1, 2023
Saint Olaf Catholic Church
215 South 8th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402
www.SaintOlaf.org

Have you…
Never been Baptized? 
Not yet Confirmed? 
Never participated in First Communion?

Are you, or do you know anyone, who would like to become Roman Catholic? Are you already Roman Catholic but have not been Confirmed or never received First Communion? Join us in a journey that leads us into a deeper life with God.

We shall be starting the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.) in October. The first session will be Sunday October 1; then we will meet Thursdays starting on October 12. 6:30pm-7:45pm.

For more information, call Fr. Wehmann at 612-767-6203 or Michael Strande at 612-767-7630.

Are you in your 20s or 30s and looking to build community? Join us on Tuesdays for a weekly Bible Study and conversation. We meet from 5:45pm - 7pm (come when you can - we don't mind late comers) in the Fleming Foyer.

Given our parish theme this year to live as an intentional disciple, all women at Saint Olaf Parish are invited to join a Women's Bible Study!
We will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30pm - 7:30pm at the parish starting on Wednesday March 1st.  We will be studying the readings for the following Sunday.  
For more information, please contact Margaret Adams at: margaretadams703@gmail.com.  All women of any age are most welcome! 

Save the Date for Thursday, October 5, 2023

This year's entertainment will be hosted by song leaders and an accompanist from the Twin Cities Beer Choir whose mission is to bring people together in community-building sing-along events. Funds raised will support the Saint Olaf Reserve Fund and update technology and video equipment needs. More details will be provided in the weeks ahead, continue to check back!

OUTSIDE EVENT:
Friday, October 6, 7pm, Cathedral of Saint Paul, St. Paul
Join Catholics from around the Twin Cities for a rosary procession from the State Capitol to the Cathedral of Saint Paul. Line up begins at 6:30 p.m. This year, the procession will include relics of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux and her parents, Saints Zélie and Louis Martin. After the procession, come into the Cathedral for Cor Jesu, an evening of adoration, worship, music and confession.

For more information, follow the link here to the event description on the Archdiocese's website: https://www.archspm.org/candlelight-rosary-procession/

Rosary Processions are sponsored by:
The Office of Worship for the Archdiocese of St. Paul & Minneapolis in collaboration with the Family Rosary Processions Association.

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Calling all pets whether furry, feathered, or scaled: join us on a leash or in a carrier, as Saint Olaf celebrates Saint Francis with a Blessing of the Animals in Assisi Park on Saturday, October 7, 2023, 9:00am. Rain or Shine.

This is an open and ongoing group offering support to persons committed to Centering Prayer or some form of meditation. It provides introduction and continuing spiritual formation. Each gathering includes two 20-minute prayer periods, with a meditative walk between them. There is reflection on the experiences, difficulties, benefits of this prayer. During the second part of each gathering, there is instruction and discussion.

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Are you in your 20s or 30s and looking to build community? Join us on Tuesdays for a weekly Bible Study and conversation. We meet from 5:45pm - 7pm (come when you can - we don't mind late comers) in the Fleming Foyer.

Given our parish theme this year to live as an intentional disciple, all women at Saint Olaf Parish are invited to join a Women's Bible Study!
We will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30pm - 7:30pm at the parish starting on Wednesday March 1st.  We will be studying the readings for the following Sunday.  
For more information, please contact Margaret Adams at: margaretadams703@gmail.com.  All women of any age are most welcome! 

Have you…
Never been Baptized? 
Not yet Confirmed? 
Never participated in First Communion?

Are you, or do you know anyone, who would like to become Roman Catholic? Are you already Roman Catholic but have not been Confirmed or never received First Communion? Join us in a journey that leads us into a deeper life with God.

We shall be starting the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.) in October. The first session will be Sunday October 1; then we will meet Thursdays starting on October 12. 6:30pm-7:45pm.
For more information, call Fr. Wehmann at 612-767-6203 or Michael Strande at 612-767-7630.

Are you in your 20s or 30s and looking to build community? Join us on Tuesdays for a weekly Bible Study and conversation. We meet from 5:45pm - 7pm (come when you can - we don't mind late comers) in the Fleming Foyer.

On the third Wednesday of each month, at 12:30pm following the Noon Mass, short recitals of 35-45 minutes feature talented local organists and our infinitely expressive 67-rank Lively-Fulcher pipe organ (no recital in March 2024). Recitals are free of charge (donations welcome) and the public is most welcome. Some recitalists also offer brief spoken program notes to guide the listening experience. The organ is capable of a kaleidoscope of different sonorities. Come experience how it can move you!

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Given our parish theme this year to live as an intentional disciple, all women at Saint Olaf Parish are invited to join a Women's Bible Study!
We will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30pm - 7:30pm at the parish starting on Wednesday March 1st.  We will be studying the readings for the following Sunday.  
For more information, please contact Margaret Adams at: margaretadams703@gmail.com.  All women of any age are most welcome! 

Have you…
Never been Baptized? 
Not yet Confirmed? 
Never participated in First Communion?

Are you, or do you know anyone, who would like to become Roman Catholic? Are you already Roman Catholic but have not been Confirmed or never received First Communion? Join us in a journey that leads us into a deeper life with God.

We shall be starting the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.) in October. The first session will be Sunday October 1; then we will meet Thursdays starting on October 12. 6:30pm-7:45pm.
For more information, call Fr. Wehmann at 612-767-6203 or Michael Strande at 612-767-7630.

Preparing for Heaven is an overview workshop provided by Catholic Community Foundation, and with other experts, covering pertinent topics of funeral planning, funeral homes, medical directives,
hospice, end of life, cemeteries, wills, estate planning, and more. Think of this as an opportunity to get your questions answered, procure information, and an opportunity to assist you in pulling together a plan for “someday.”

Set your calendar for Saturday, October 21, 9:00am – 11:45am. All are welcome to attend. 

Click HERE for the news announcement and to register for this free event! Registration closes October 17th.

Join the Saint Olaf Bookclub,

Sunday, October 22, 2023, from 2:30pm - 3:30pm in the Forliti Gathering Room.

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Are you in your 20s or 30s and looking to build community? Join us on Tuesdays for a weekly Bible Study and conversation. We meet from 5:45pm - 7pm (come when you can - we don't mind late comers) in the Fleming Foyer.

Given our parish theme this year to live as an intentional disciple, all women at Saint Olaf Parish are invited to join a Women's Bible Study!
We will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30pm - 7:30pm at the parish starting on Wednesday March 1st.  We will be studying the readings for the following Sunday.  
For more information, please contact Margaret Adams at: margaretadams703@gmail.com.  All women of any age are most welcome! 

Have you…
Never been Baptized? 
Not yet Confirmed? 
Never participated in First Communion?

Are you, or do you know anyone, who would like to become Roman Catholic? Are you already Roman Catholic but have not been Confirmed or never received First Communion? Join us in a journey that leads us into a deeper life with God.

We shall be starting the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.) in October. The first session will be Sunday October 1; then we will meet Thursdays starting on October 12. 6:30pm-7:45pm.
For more information, call Fr. Wehmann at 612-767-6203 or Michael Strande at 612-767-7630.

Pray with us on All Saint's Day!

Tuesday, October 31, 2023: Vigil Mass 5:15pm

Wednesday, November 1, 2023: 
  7:00am Mass
12:00Noon Mass + Livestream
 5:15pm Mass

Are you in your 20s or 30s and looking to build community? Join us on Tuesdays for a weekly Bible Study and conversation. We meet from 5:45pm - 7pm (come when you can - we don't mind late comers) in the Fleming Foyer.

Given our parish theme this year to live as an intentional disciple, all women at Saint Olaf Parish are invited to join a Women's Bible Study!
We will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30pm - 7:30pm at the parish starting on Wednesday March 1st.  We will be studying the readings for the following Sunday.  
For more information, please contact Margaret Adams at: margaretadams703@gmail.com.  All women of any age are most welcome! 

Join us for a Mass of Remembrance at 12:00Noon, Thursday November 2, 2023. 

At this liturgy, we remember in a special way our loved ones who have died in the past year, especially those whose funerals we celebrated at Saint Olaf.

Luncheon to follow afterwards upstairs in our Fleming Hall.

Have you…
Never been Baptized? 
Not yet Confirmed? 
Never participated in First Communion?

Are you, or do you know anyone, who would like to become Roman Catholic? Are you already Roman Catholic but have not been Confirmed or never received First Communion? Join us in a journey that leads us into a deeper life with God.

We shall be starting the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.) in October. The first session will be Sunday October 1; then we will meet Thursdays starting on October 12. 6:30pm-7:45pm.
For more information, call Fr. Wehmann at 612-767-6203 or Michael Strande at 612-767-7630.

This is an open and ongoing group offering support to persons committed to Centering Prayer or some form of meditation. It provides introduction and continuing spiritual formation. Each gathering includes two 20-minute prayer periods, with a meditative walk between them. There is reflection on the experiences, difficulties, benefits of this prayer. During the second part of each gathering, there is instruction and discussion.

Read More

Given our parish theme this year to live as an intentional disciple, all women at Saint Olaf Parish are invited to join a Women's Bible Study!
We will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30pm - 7:30pm at the parish starting on Wednesday March 1st.  We will be studying the readings for the following Sunday.  
For more information, please contact Margaret Adams at: margaretadams703@gmail.com.  All women of any age are most welcome! 

Have you…
Never been Baptized? 
Not yet Confirmed? 
Never participated in First Communion?

Are you, or do you know anyone, who would like to become Roman Catholic? Are you already Roman Catholic but have not been Confirmed or never received First Communion? Join us in a journey that leads us into a deeper life with God.

We shall be starting the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.) in October. The first session will be Sunday October 1; then we will meet Thursdays starting on October 12. 6:30pm-7:45pm.
For more information, call Fr. Wehmann at 612-767-6203 or Michael Strande at 612-767-7630.

On the third Wednesday of each month, at 12:30pm following the Noon Mass, short recitals of 35-45 minutes feature talented local organists and our infinitely expressive 67-rank Lively-Fulcher pipe organ (no recital in March 2024). Recitals are free of charge (donations welcome) and the public is most welcome. Some recitalists also offer brief spoken program notes to guide the listening experience. The organ is capable of a kaleidoscope of different sonorities. Come experience how it can move you!

Read More

Given our parish theme this year to live as an intentional disciple, all women at Saint Olaf Parish are invited to join a Women's Bible Study!
We will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30pm - 7:30pm at the parish starting on Wednesday March 1st.  We will be studying the readings for the following Sunday.  
For more information, please contact Margaret Adams at: margaretadams703@gmail.com.  All women of any age are most welcome! 

Have you…
Never been Baptized? 
Not yet Confirmed? 
Never participated in First Communion?

Are you, or do you know anyone, who would like to become Roman Catholic? Are you already Roman Catholic but have not been Confirmed or never received First Communion? Join us in a journey that leads us into a deeper life with God.

We shall be starting the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.) in October. The first session will be Sunday October 1; then we will meet Thursdays starting on October 12. 6:30pm-7:45pm.
For more information, call Fr. Wehmann at 612-767-6203 or Michael Strande at 612-767-7630.

The Sacrament of Anointing is meant for those dealing with the effects of aging or illness in body, mind, or spirit. It is especially recommended before surgery or if one’s condition has worsened since last being anointed. The next Mass with Anointing is currently scheduled for Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 12:00Noon. A light luncheon will follow.

Sunday, November 19, at 2:00pm

From Age to Age, our choir-in-residence, in collaboration with the Two Rivers Chorale, will present a program of music for choir and organ, including the highly acclaimed Duruflé Requiem. This lush setting blends perfectly with accompaniment from our wonderful Lively-Fulcher pipe organ which so fittingly expresses these timbres and tonalities. 

Program details to come. Reception to follow.

Given our parish theme this year to live as an intentional disciple, all women at Saint Olaf Parish are invited to join a Women's Bible Study!
We will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30pm - 7:30pm at the parish starting on Wednesday March 1st.  We will be studying the readings for the following Sunday.  
For more information, please contact Margaret Adams at: margaretadams703@gmail.com.  All women of any age are most welcome! 

Happy Thanksgiving! Mass will be offered at 9:00am today.

There will be no 7:00am or 12:00Noon Masses today, nor will there be confessions. The building will close after the 9:00am Mass.

In light of the holiday, the Parish Office will be closed all day today, as well as all day tomorrow (Friday, November 24).

Given our parish theme this year to live as an intentional disciple, all women at Saint Olaf Parish are invited to join a Women's Bible Study!
We will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30pm - 7:30pm at the parish starting on Wednesday March 1st.  We will be studying the readings for the following Sunday.  
For more information, please contact Margaret Adams at: margaretadams703@gmail.com.  All women of any age are most welcome! 

Have you…
Never been Baptized? 
Not yet Confirmed? 
Never participated in First Communion?

Are you, or do you know anyone, who would like to become Roman Catholic? Are you already Roman Catholic but have not been Confirmed or never received First Communion? Join us in a journey that leads us into a deeper life with God.

We shall be starting the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.) in October. The first session will be Sunday October 1; then we will meet Thursdays starting on October 12. 6:30pm-7:45pm.
For more information, call Fr. Wehmann at 612-767-6203 or Michael Strande at 612-767-7630.