News & Events

10 years of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at the Church of St Paul

Thank you to our Good Lord and to the Adorers for the 10 years of the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at the Church of St. Paul! So many answered prayers, blessings, and graces were received through approximately 4,100 hours of Adoration during these 10 years. We are looking for more Adorers! Please contact the parish office at 507-732-5324 or stpauls@hcinet.net if you are interested in signing up to spend one hour a week with Our Lord.

2024 Catholic Services Appeal

Christ waits for you to join Him in His desert trial this Lent. The adventure is hard, and worth it. You can help others find the joy of the Gospel this Lent through your support of the Catholic Services Appeal. This appeal supports many ministries whose outreach is beyond the boundaries of individual parishes, such as prison ministry, Catholic Schools, campus and young adult ministry, Venezuelan mission, hospital chaplains, Catholic Charities of St. Paul/ Minneapolis, deaf ministry, and more.
Giving is Faith in Action. Give to the Catholic Services Appeal
today. GIVE ON-LINE TODAY:
https://www.archspm.org/catholic-services-appeal

2024 Celebrate St. James

You're invited to our 2024 Celebrate St. James Event! Saturday, July 20 from 9am-1pm at St. James Coffee, Rochester Join us for a fun-filled morning as we celebrate the 12th anniversary of St. James Coffee. All ages and families are welcome. We hope to see you there!
• FREE DRIP COFFEE, ICED TEA and LEMONADE
• FREE DONUTS from Darlin' Bakery (while supplies last!)
• 50% off specialty drinks
• Outside activities for kids and teens

9 ways you can be guilty for the sins of others

“Sin is a personal act. Moreover, we have a responsibility for the sins committed by others when we cooperate in them...” (CCC 1868)
1. By counsel (to give advice, one's opinion or instructions.)
2. By command (to demand, to order, such as in the military.)
3. By consent (to give permission, to approve, to agree to.)
4. By provocation (to dare.)
5. By praise or flattery (to cheer, to applaud, to commend.)
6. By concealment (to hide the action, to cover-up.)
7. By partaking (to take part, to participate.)
8. By silence (by playing dumb, by remaining quiet.)
9. By defense of the ill done (to justify, to argue in favor.)
(Note: To participate in the sins of another person means that one is just as guilty of the sin as the one who committed the sin. For example, if you encourage someone to have an abortion, you are guilty of the sin of abortion.)

Activity packets for children at St. Paul

Dear Parents: There are activity packets and books for young children to use during Holy Mass in the Church entry. If helpful, you are welcome to use them.
Be sure to take the packet along home to display and enjoy!

Are you growing in our Catholic Faith?

You can learn about our Catholic Faith online at any time through FORMED! You will have access to thousands of enriching Catholic movies, programs, audio, & books instantly on FORMED when you sign up through our parishes. There is no cost you! Just follow these easy steps: 1. Visit: signup.formed.org 2. Enter your parish zip code or name (St. Michael 55963 or St. Paul 55992) 3. Grow in our Catholic Faith!

CCW Salad Luncheon

The Annual CCW Salad Luncheon will be on August 14, from 11:00am-1:00pm at Church of St. Paul, Zumbrota
Assorted Salads, Cheese Tray, Deviled Eggs, French Bread, Beverages, and Ice Cream Sundaes Take-outs available: Call 732-5347
Prices: Adults - $12.00, Children 6-12 -$4.00, Preschool FREE
Tickets at Church on day of Luncheon

CHURCH OF ST MICHAEL PRAYER CHAIN

Do you have a prayer intention? Please contact Fr. Kasel or the parish office at 356-4280 or email stmichaeloffice@bevcomm.net.

Catholic Services Appeal 2023

Christ waits for you to join Him in His desert trial this Lent. The adventure is hard, and worth it. You can help others find the joy of the Gospel this Lent through your support of the Catholic Services Appeal. This appeal supports many ministries whose outreach is beyond the boundaries of individual parishes, such as prison ministry, Catholic Schools, campus and young adult ministry, Venezuelan mission, hospital chaplains, Catholic
Charities of St. Paul/Minneapolis, deaf ministry, and more.
Giving is Faith in Action. Give to the Catholic Services Appeal today.
GIVE ON-LINE TODAY:
https://www.archspm.org/catholic-services-appeal
“I ask you to prayerfully consider making a gift to the Catholic Services Appeal and sharing your blessings with those around you. Just as Christ’s love for us is unwavering, your generosity will demonstrate that our Giving is Faith in Action.” – Archbishop Bernard Hebda

Catholic Vacation Bible School

Catholic Vacation Bible School 2024 MARVELOUS MYSTERY: The Holy Mass Comes Alive!
a Cat.Chat Catholic VBS Program
Come and experience the CVBS on August 26-30, 2024 from 8:30am -12:00noon at the Church of St. Michael this summer.
For children ages 4 years old through the completion of 6th grade.
Registration form is available at the entrance of the Church.
“Children will develop a new appreciation for the Catholic Holy Mass and will deepen their love for Jesus in the Eucharist.”
*Daily Mass is offered in Church each weekday at 8:30am*

Catholic Vacation Bible School 2024 MARVELOUS MYSTERY

The Holy Mass Comes Alive! a Cat.Chat Catholic VBS Program
Come and experience the CVBS on August 26-30, 2024 from 8:30am -12:00noon at the Church of St. Michael this summer.
For children ages 4 years old through the completion of 6th grade. “Children will develop a new appreciation for the Catholic Holy Mass and will deepen their love for Jesus in the Eucharist.” *Daily Mass is offered in Church each weekday at 8:30am*

Catholic Vacation Bible School Volunteers Needed!

We are in need of help in the following areas: teaching or assisting in teaching, art, games, snacks, and nursery for children of volunteers. In compliance with Archdiocesan safe environment policies, adult volunteers interacting with children need to complete safe environment requirements prior to volunteering. Teen volunteers under the age of 18 need two letters of recommendation. Forms will be provided. Please contact the parish office by July 29 if you are willing to volunteer. Safe environment requirements must be completed by August 2. Thank you!
In Christ through Mary,
Fr. Kasel

Chant Camp - for High-Schoolers

Learn and practice Chant at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, LaCrosse, WI, from August 12-16, 9:00 am to noon. Students (ages 14-17) have the opportunity to then sing for the 12:15 pm Mass each day. Registration is open! The cost is $50/student for all 5 days. Learn about the family rates and more at GuadalupeShrine.org/Sacred-Music.

Church of St. Paul Fellowship

Dear fellow Parishioners at the Church of St. Paul: Our Fellowship after Sunday Holy Mass has gone very well, both in terms of numbers and spirit. In order to build on it, some information is needed. One Sunday per month is taken by the Knights of Columbus; one Sunday we are asking the Women’s Circles to cover. The remainder could be taken by a family(ies), a few friends, a couple, etc.
Some Sundays, the food is very elaborate, sometime it is simply donuts and coffee & milk. It is entirely up to the volunteers. Generally, about 40 people come down. However, because there are people whose diets exclude sweets or gluten, some protein would be good, such as cheese & crackers, protein bars, meat sticks, hard boiled eggs, etc. Fruit s always welcome. Also, a parishioner has volunteered to always have a gluten-free item in the freezer and another to make sure the kitchen is adequately stocked. The sign-up sheet will be posted in the back of the Church. Let us try to continue this good action in our parish. It has been a blessing for so many of us. Thank you and Thanks be to God!
From: Fr. Kasel and a few volunteers for Sunday Hospitality

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Keaton & Heather Welch on the baptism of their son Dom Richard Welch on June 23, 2024.

Couple to Couple League

Couple to Couple League is dedicated to promote and teach fertility awareness (natural family planning) to married and engaged couples for over 50 years. Fertility Science Institute is a method-neutral outreach, going beyond Catholic couples and teaches fertility awareness to all faiths, single women, and even offers programs for families. They offer the following: Natural family Planning, Sympto-Thermal Method, Taught by couples to couples, Live On-line or Onside or Self Paced. For more info, visit: www.CCLI.org

Fiat Ministries Discernment Retreat

Dunrovin Retreat Center, Marine on Lake St. Croix Single women aged 18-30 who are seeking to do God's will are invited to attend the retreat. Consecrated sisters from various religious communities help lead the retreat by giving talks, leading small groups, giving their testimonies, and providing a joyful witness of what it means to be a consecrated religious sister. Learn more and register at fiatministries.org/retreatminneapolis.

Find Divine Favor in Repentance

Take care that you do not underrate the efficacy of repentance. Would you know the power of repentance? Would you understand this strong weapon of salvation and the might of confession? By confession Hezekiah routed a hundred and eighty-five thousand of the enemy (2 Kgs 19). That was important, but it was little compared to what shall be told. The same king’s repentance won the repeal of the sentence God had passed on him… Now if even Hezekiah could revoke God’s decree, shall not Jesus grant the remission of sins? Turn and lament, shut your door, and beg for pardon, that God may remove from you the scorching flames. For confession has the power to quench even fire; it can tame even lions…
I shall go to a different example of repentance. What think you of Nebuchadnezzar? Have you not heard from Scripture that he was bloodthirsty, fierce, with the disposition of a lion?... What punishment did he not deserve for slaying kings, for burning holy objects, for reducing people to captivity, for putting sacred vessels in the temples of idols? Did he not deserve ten thousand deaths? You have seen the enormity of his crimes… When therefore he acknowledged the Most High, and uttered words of thanksgiving to God, and repented of his past wickedness, and recognized his own weakness, in that hour God restored to him his royal dignity (cf. Dn 4). If God granted pardon and a kingdom to Nebuchadnezzar after such terrible crimes, when he had made confession, will He not grant you the remission of your sins if you repent, and the Kingdom of Heaven if you live worthily? God is merciful and quick to forgiveness, but slow to vengeance. Therefore, let no man despair of salvation. Peter, the chief and foremost of the Apostles, denied the Lord; but, moved to repentance, he wept bitterly. His weeping reveled his heartfelt repentance, and for that reason not only did he receive pardon for his denial, but retained his apostolic prerogative.
Therefore, brethren, having before you many examples of sinners who repented and were saved, be you also earnest in confessing to the Lord, that you may receive pardon for past sins, be made worthy of the Heavenly Gift, and inherit the Kingdom of Heaven with all the Saints. St. Cyril of Jerusalem (St. Cyril [+ 386], Bishop of Jerusalem, was best known for his unfailing orthodoxy in teaching the Catholic Faith.)

GET MORE INVOLVED: God Has Big Plans That Involve You!

Be a Prayer Partner: This movement is backed by the fervent intercession of thousands of Catholics across the country. When you become a Prayer Partner, you commit to spiritually supporting this movement in a variety of ways—both individual and corporate. Together, we continually call on heaven to send an even greater outpouring of grace upon our Church and open our hearts to what God is about to do. To learn more, visit
https://www.eucharisticrevival.org/prayer-partners.

Have you invited someone to become Catholic
recently?

If you know someone who would like to become Catholic, please contact Father Kasel at Church of St Michael 507-356-4280 or Church of St Paul 507-732-5324. Let us pray for those souls God is calling to join us in our Catholic Church!

Holy Hour for Men

The next Holy Hour for Men will be held Sunday, July 14, at 6:30pm at the Church of St. Michael, Pine Island. All men are invited!

Holy Hour of Thanksgiving for Bishop Williams

Location: Cathedral of St. Paul, St. Paul
All the faithful are invited for a holy hour and celebration of Bishop Joseph Williams and his ministry in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis as he prepares for his new role as coadjutor bishop of Camden, New Jersey. Following Holy Hour, all are invited to a tented reception on the Cathedral lawn for cupcakes, gourmet coffee, and blessings from Bishop Williams.

Institute of Catholic Culture Lecture Series

Man is the rational animal—our defining activity is reasoning. But how much attention do we pay to our ability to reason and to come to knowledge? This course aims to deepen our understanding of our capacity to reason and to sharpen it by examining in detail some key problems in our time. Students will discover how logic can help us solve them and see the truth that lies beyond. Last day to apply is Tuesday, April 9. An orientation session will be held on April 16, and classes will begin on April 23. Note: If you are unable to attend the live classes you can still register. Lecture recordings will be available following each class. Details: Tuesdays, April 23 - September 10, 2024 Pre-Class Discussion: 7:30 PM ET, Lecture: 8:00 PM ET Instructor. Timothy Kearns, Ph.D. Registration is required. Visit: Traditional Logic: A Practicum in Classical Reasoning (instituteofcatholicculture.org)

Institute of Catholic Culture Lecture Series:

GERMAN IDEALISM: And the Breakdown of Modern Biblical Scholarship
Modern biblical scholarship claims impartiality in establishing the historical record of the ancient world. Its approach, however, flows from modern philosophical presuppositions that view faith as solely interior and divorced from the reality of history. The historical grounding of the Bible, therefore, has been dismissed outright regardless of evidence to the contrary, leading many people to view faith as subjective and individual. This talk will look at the devastating consequences of the legacy of modern philosophical positions in biblical scholarship and how this has affected Catholic theology and belief.
Details: Wednesday, July 24
Pre-Class Discussion: 7:30 PM ET, Lecture: 8:00 PM ET
Instructor: Jared Staudt, Ph.D. Registration is required.
Visit: https://instituteofcatholicculture.org/events/german-idealism/

Invitation to the join the Knights of Columbus

The Knights of Columbus offers a free online membership providing Information, Fellowship and Parish Service Opportunities. For online information: https://www.kofc.org/secure/en/join/jointhe- knights.html or see local parish Knights of Columbus members for specific information. Your talents are appreciated and needed!

KC Membership Meeting

The next St. Pio Knights of Columbus Council membership meeting will be on July 17, at 7pm, at the Church of St. Paul, ZM.

Little Flowers Girls Club!

Mothers and Daughters are invited to join the Little Flowers Girls Club! Little Flowers is a national Catholic girls organization where girls ages 5-13 are taught how to live virtuous lives by emulating the lives of saints. We meet monthly on the second Thursday of the month at the Church of St. Michael in Pine Island. Girls have lessons, do crafts or learn hospitality skills, and have social time. If you think Little Flowers might be a fit for your daughter or for more information, please email authenticcatholicgirls@gmail.com
Little Flowers Girls Club - Growing Holier One Virtue at a Time!

National Eucharistic Pilgrimage

Jesus is on the Move! Blazing a Trail: The Body of Christ
Please continue to pray for the Church—the Body of Christ—and the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage as Our Lord journeys to give the gift of himself in his Most Holy Body and Blood. Check back at https:// www.eucharisticpilgrimage.org/post/blazing-a-trail-thebody- of-christ weekly to see where Jesus is going next on the longest Eucharistic procession in U.S. history!

National Eucharistic Pilgrimage: Jesus is on the Move!

The Fire Is Spreading! A Historic Journey:
Throughout the National Eucharistic Revival, local communities have been gathering tinder in response to God’s invitation for renewal, calling on the Holy Spirit to bring the flame.
In keeping with this vision, the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage is accompanying Jesus from city to city, lighting hearts on fire along the way. Soon, all these flames will blaze together at the National Eucharistic Congress this coming July 17-21, 2024 at Indianapolis, Indiana. To see the event schedule visit: https://www. eucharisticcongress.org/schedule.
Please continue to pray for the Church—the Body of Christ—and the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage as Our Lord journeys to give the gift of Himself in His Most Holy Body and Blood. Include in your prayers the success of the National Eucharistic Congress.

Natural Family Planning (NFP) Classes

Natural Family Planning (NFP) Classes teach couples the Church approved methods on how to achieve or postpone pregnancy while remaining in God’s Will for the gift of sexuality. For a complete list of classes offered throughout the Archdiocese, vis-it https://www. archspm.org/marriage/natural-family-planning-nfp/ or call 651-291-4489

Parents, are you ready for Tax Day?

The Minnesota Catholic Conference is excited to remind you about the New Minnesota Child Tax Credit. Getting money back to our Minnesota families through this tax credit was an integral goal achieved by the Catholic Conference’s Families First Project last year. The credit encourages and supports strong families by providing a tax break to eligible families.
It’s as simple as filing a tax return, claiming the tax credit benefits, and receiving cash back.
To ensure you don’t miss out, visit www.FamiliesFirstProject.com/CTC where you can learn more about the child tax credit and access additional resources. Tell every parent you know to file their taxes to receive this credit. Together we will support and strengthen the families in our community.

Parish Safety

Dear Parishioners: I am in the early stages of developing a parish committee dedicated to forming a Parish Emergency Action Response Plan for Inclement Weather (Tornadoes, Storms) , Emergencies (parishioner injury or health crisis, parking lot accidents), and Security Threats (demonstrations, protests, etc). I hope to identify parishioners for input and volunteers - especially those with First Responder/Emergency, Medical, and Security training/skills.
Until a final action plan is completed and made known to you, the immediate response in case of an Emergency Event would be as follows:
Do Not Panic - Remain Calm. Listen to instructions from Father, Ushers, and/or Designated Personnel to Shelter In Place - ”Duck and Cover” under pews protecting the vulnerable as best as possible allowing Visual and Mobile Access to Designated Personnel to Assess and Mitigate any sort of Emergency Event. Assist families and parishioners around you, if possible. Evacuation instructions would also be issued by responsible Personnel according to the circumstances of the Event. Thank you for your attention to this important topic and your assistance. To provide your input and/or volunteer status, contact or email Fr. Kasel or Pat Smith at ltpsmith@gmail.com -- A proactive parish is a safer parish!

Pine Island Food Shelf

items requested for July: Drinks of all kinds during this hot season for our elders and children.

Prayer Intentions to the Holy Lan

Amy and Pat Smith are blessed to be able to go on Pilgrimage to Jerusalem and to the Holy Land and would like to bring St. Michael’s Parishioner’s prayer intentions with them. They leave next Wednesday May 31 and will visit spiritual sites including Bethlehem, Nazareth, the River Jordan, Capernaum, the Garden of Gethsemane, and the Holy Sepulchre. They would like to bring any special family intentions and St. Michael’s Parish intentions with them on pilgrimage. Simply email and let them know who or what you want them to pray for: Ltpsmith@gmail.com or you can send your prayer request using this form: https://instituteofcatholicculture.
net/form/2023-holy-land-pilgrimage-prayer-intentions/

Rachel’s Vineyard

If you or someone you love is grieving the loss of a child to abortion, come and experience the healing mercy of Jesus Christ on our confidential weekend retreat. For more information, contact us at rachels@rvineyardmn.org, call or text 763.250.9313, or see rvineyardmn.org for the schedule of upcoming retreats.

Seminary Information Night

Thursday, August 15, 5-8 p.m., St. John Vianney College Seminary, St. Paul Catholic junior and senior high school men and their parents are invited to learn more about St. John Vianney College Seminary. The event, sponsored by the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis Office of Vocations, held on the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, will begin with 5 p.m. Mass, followed by dinner, an informational program and a seminary tour. RSVP is required at 10000vocations.org/assumption.

Small Groups are now meeting in our Parishes

Encounter Jesus anew. Expand our parish community, and meet new people through small groups! Check out options online and sign up at: https://archspm.groupvitals.com/groupFinder

Songs of Hope: Free concert

The free concert is on July 18, at 7pm, at the United Redeemer Lutheran Church, Zumbrota, MN. Songs of Hope offers participants a unique opportunity to live in community with kids from other countries and cultures while learning and performing music from many countries.
Each summer, a select group of around 60 children and young adults venture to Minnesota from Europe, Asia, Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and the U.S. They arrive as strangers but soon find themselves embraced in a closely-knit, supportive community as they learn popular songs and dances from each other’s cultures. Then, they take these songs of peace, love, and respect into neighboring communities in a joyous celebration of the different cultures in the human family. For more info, visit: https://www.soundsofhope. org/

Southeast Deanery CCW Request

The Southeast Deanery serving the Council of Catholic Women (CCW) in each parish is hoping to revitalize the organization with your help. The Deanery needs each parish CCW or parish women’s groups to get involved. With your help, the Deanery will continue its mission to provide assistance to further the goals of each CCW with leadership, training, speakers, and more. We encourage all of you to think and pray about being part of the Deanery. If you are interested or have questions, please contact Pat Reinardy, (507)-263-3295 or Laurie Otte at (507)-663-0512.

St. Paul CCW

We are looking for volunteers to sign up for the monthly altar flowers. We are suggesting that two families or households sign up to be responsible for one month. If you are interested in donating money as a memorial to family members please contact or give donations at the parish office.

St. Paul CCW Ladies

Pull out your favorite recipes and plan to supply a salad on August 14 for the Annual CCW Salad Luncheon. Your salad should serve 20. There is a sign-up sheet at the back of church for you to indicate what you wish to bring and when you wish to work. It takes a number of us to make this a success, so please take the time to sign up. Thank you for your participation.

THE PRECIOUS BLOOD OF JESUS

Almighty and Eternal God, Thou hast appointed Thine only-begotten Son the Redeemer of the world and willed to be appeased by His Blood. Grant, we beg of Thee, that we may worthily adore this price of our salvation and through its power be safeguarded from the evils of the present life so that we may rejoice in its fruits forever in Heaven. Through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.
PRAYER TO THE ETERNAL FATHER
Eternal Father, I offer Thee the Most Precious Blood of Jesus Christ in atonement for my sins, and in supplication for the holy souls in purgatory and for the needs of the Holy Catholic church.
PRAYER TO JESUS
We pray dear Jesus, help Thy servants, whom Thou hast redeemed with Thy Precious Blood. (from www.catholic.org)

Volunteer at Zumbrota Food Shelf

VOLUNTEERS WANTED: Do you have a few spare hours each month to lend a hand at the Zumbrota Food Shelf? You could either stock shelves or serve clients. Multiple times and days are available. Your help in feeding the hungry would be greatly appreciated. Contact Jan Horsman: 507-732-7527

Volunteers Needed for Adoration – St. Paul

Can you spend an hour with Jesus? Adoration is held at St. Paul, Zumbrota on Tuesdays from 9am-5pm. We are looking for more adorers! Please contact the parish office at 507-732-5324 or stpauls@hcinet.net if you are interested in signing up to spend one hour a week with Our Lord.

Want to grow in our Catholic Faith?

You can learn about our Catholic Faith online at any time through FORMED! You will have access to thousands of enriching Catholic movies, programs, audio, & books instantly on FORMED when you sign up through our parishes. There is no cost for you! Just follow these easy steps:
1.Visit: signup.formed.org 2. Enter your parish zip code or name (St. Michael 55963 or St. Paul 55992) 3. Grow in our Catholic Faith!

Weekly Rosary

You are invited to join in praying the weekly Rosary with Zumbrota Care Center residents on Mondays at 1:30 pm. We meet in the South Day Room. If you have questions, call Barb Boraas at 507-732-5877.