April 3, 2026
Greetings in Christ,
Today, we celebrate Good Friday, the solemn, sacred day commemorating the crucifixion, suffering, and death of Jesus Christ. On this day, the Church asks us to reflect deeply on the infinite love of Christ. On this day, we are asked to fast and abstain from meat, as well as take extra time in prayer.
Greetings in Christ,
Today, we celebrate Good Friday, the solemn, sacred day commemorating the crucifixion, suffering, and death of Jesus Christ. On this day, the Church asks us to reflect deeply on the infinite love of Christ. On this day, we are asked to fast and abstain from meat, as well as take extra time in prayer.
Holy Triduum: Below is the schedule for the remaining liturgies celebrating the three holiest days of the year in our liturgical calendar. As far as possible, please participate in these most sacred celebrations.
Death of Each Apostle: I recently came across this fascinating video that describes how each of our Lord's twelve apostles' lives ended. All twelve apostles, except John, were martyred. They were willing to "shed their blood" for Christ, bearing wtiness that Jesus is Risen from the dead. The apostles are great role models and intercessors for us! May we be willing to lay down our lives for Christ just as so many beautiful men and women have done over the centuries.
Liturgy of the Hours: We will have the Liturgy of the Hours, Office of Readings, and Morning Prayer tomorrow at 8:00 am for Holy Saturday. Please note that sacraments such as bringing Holy Communion to the sick can only be brought to the dying on Holy Saturday!
Adoration Hours Easter Week:
Divine Mercy Novena Starts Today: The Divine Mercy Novena starts on Good Friday, April 3, and ends on the Saturday before Divine Mercy Sunday. Divine Mercy Sunday is on April 12. There are some pamphlets regarding the Novena in the gathering space. Please stop by, pick one up, and say the Novena during the prescribed days.
A reminder that a plenary indulgence (removal of all temporal consequences of sin) is offered for those who go to confession on Divine Mercy Sunday, receive Holy Communion, pray for the intentions of the Holy Father, are completely detached from all sin (even venial), take part in the devotions held in honor of Divine Mercy, and recite the Our Father and the Creed. According to the Holy See’s Apostolic Penitentiary, sacramental confession can be received within twenty days either before or after Divine Mercy Sunday.
Divine Mercy Sunday, April 12: Trust in Jesus so that we may have hope in the Father’s Mercy. We will celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday at St. Therese on Sunday, April 12. Fr. Van Sloun, Fr. Abraham, Fr. Maloney, and I will offer to hear confessions from 2:30 pm – 3:45 pm. Additionally, you can participate in Eucharistic Adoration beginning at 2:15 pm, and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy will be sung at 3:00 pm. It will be beautiful!
Adoration Hours Easter Week:
- Holy Saturday, April 4 – No Adoration
Divine Mercy Novena Starts Today: The Divine Mercy Novena starts on Good Friday, April 3, and ends on the Saturday before Divine Mercy Sunday. Divine Mercy Sunday is on April 12. There are some pamphlets regarding the Novena in the gathering space. Please stop by, pick one up, and say the Novena during the prescribed days.
A reminder that a plenary indulgence (removal of all temporal consequences of sin) is offered for those who go to confession on Divine Mercy Sunday, receive Holy Communion, pray for the intentions of the Holy Father, are completely detached from all sin (even venial), take part in the devotions held in honor of Divine Mercy, and recite the Our Father and the Creed. According to the Holy See’s Apostolic Penitentiary, sacramental confession can be received within twenty days either before or after Divine Mercy Sunday.
Divine Mercy Sunday, April 12: Trust in Jesus so that we may have hope in the Father’s Mercy. We will celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday at St. Therese on Sunday, April 12. Fr. Van Sloun, Fr. Abraham, Fr. Maloney, and I will offer to hear confessions from 2:30 pm – 3:45 pm. Additionally, you can participate in Eucharistic Adoration beginning at 2:15 pm, and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy will be sung at 3:00 pm. It will be beautiful!
Stenciling Repair to Start after Easter: As you may recall, our stenciling in the Sanctuary was damaged shortly after Christmas Day. We worked with our insurance company and submitted a claim. Our insurance representatives reviewed the damage, and our claim has been accepted. Conrad Schmitt will begin work to repair the damage right after Easter. We will need to put scaffolding up again for one month, which is the time they estimate to fix the damage. If you would be so kind, please pray for this important repair work!
Christ the King Silent Retreat: Fr. Zachary Ochsenbaur and I will be leading a special retreat at Christ the King Retreat House from June 5th through the 7th. This retreat will be with parishioners at All Saints in Lakeville. The guided silent retreat will include inspiring talks, daily Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, communal and personal prayer, spiritual direction, and time for quiet reflection. If you have never taken a retreat before, this will be an ideal way to take one! The cost will be $385 per person. Please check out the links below to register on our website for more details.
The 2026 Gerten’s Spring Plant Sale: Sponsored by St. Martha’s Circle!
Order your plants through us and help support St. Therese & our community.
Orders can be placed NOW (through April 6) at www.gertensfundraising.com.
Be sure to enter the St. Martha’s Circle Store ID: 146.
Questions? Please contact Barb Chacko (612-483-2482) or Ellie Kuhns (612-385-1580).
Order your plants through us and help support St. Therese & our community.
Orders can be placed NOW (through April 6) at www.gertensfundraising.com.
Be sure to enter the St. Martha’s Circle Store ID: 146.
Questions? Please contact Barb Chacko (612-483-2482) or Ellie Kuhns (612-385-1580).
Gala: Friday, May 1:
Adoration at the Capitol: The Minnesota Catholic Conference invites you to join them on Friday, April 10, anytime between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. for Eucharistic Adoration at the Capitol. Bishop Daniel Felton from the Diocese of Duluth will be present from 12:00-1:00 p.m. to lead us in prayer for our elected leaders and our state. Last month, well over 200 Catholics gathered to pray throughout the day, and we hope to see another great turnout in April. Your attendance is a testament to the profound belief that Christ’s Real Presence can transform hearts and minds. We believe these prayers make a tangible difference in both the lives of our leaders and the direction of our state. Gather your friends, family, and parish community. Let's pack the Capitol with adorers! Please RSVP below to receive a complimentary parking pass and arrival instructions.
Join Us in Praying the Rosary: You are invited to gather with us on Thursdays at 10 am by the fireplace to pray the Rosary together. It’s a peaceful way to pause, reflect, and lift our intentions as a community.
As a reminder, we also offer the Rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet every Thursday at 3 pm in the Chapel for those who think this time works better.
Discerning Vocation Invite Tue., April 14: Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda, Bishop Michael J. Izen, Bishop Kevin T. Kenney, and Fr. Mark Pavlak, Vocation Director, invite men, 16 and older, who are discerning their vocation, to join them for dinner and conversation about priesthood and religious life.
See flyer for more details.
As a reminder, we also offer the Rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet every Thursday at 3 pm in the Chapel for those who think this time works better.
Discerning Vocation Invite Tue., April 14: Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda, Bishop Michael J. Izen, Bishop Kevin T. Kenney, and Fr. Mark Pavlak, Vocation Director, invite men, 16 and older, who are discerning their vocation, to join them for dinner and conversation about priesthood and religious life.
See flyer for more details.
Adoration Hours Easter week:
Tuesday, 3–4 pm
Wednesday, 12–1 pm
Please join us as we recite the Rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy every Thursday at 3 pm in the Chapel.
For more information, call Geri at 952-473-4422 or Marilyn Olson at 952-474-4344.
- Holy Saturday, April 4 – No Adoration
Tuesday, 3–4 pm
Wednesday, 12–1 pm
Please join us as we recite the Rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy every Thursday at 3 pm in the Chapel.
For more information, call Geri at 952-473-4422 or Marilyn Olson at 952-474-4344.
Steubenville Youth Conference – Registrations OPEN!
Give your teen the chance to encounter Christ in a life-changing way this summer! Steubenville Youth Conferences bring together thousands of high school students from across the country for a weekend packed with inspiring speakers, uplifting music, Eucharistic Adoration, Confession, and joyful community.
This experience helps teens grow in faith, confidence, purpose, and a strong Catholic identity—all in a safe and transformative environment that parents rave about.
Open to students currently in 8th–12th grades.
Reserve your spot now with just a $50 deposit! Thanks to our parish’s generosity, the rest of the conference cost is fully covered.
Space is extremely limited, and spots are filling fast! Don’t wait—secure your teens spot today.
Registration deadline: April 15 – once we reach capacity, we cannot guarantee a spot!
Here is the link:
Give your teen the chance to encounter Christ in a life-changing way this summer! Steubenville Youth Conferences bring together thousands of high school students from across the country for a weekend packed with inspiring speakers, uplifting music, Eucharistic Adoration, Confession, and joyful community.
This experience helps teens grow in faith, confidence, purpose, and a strong Catholic identity—all in a safe and transformative environment that parents rave about.
Open to students currently in 8th–12th grades.
Reserve your spot now with just a $50 deposit! Thanks to our parish’s generosity, the rest of the conference cost is fully covered.
Space is extremely limited, and spots are filling fast! Don’t wait—secure your teens spot today.
Registration deadline: April 15 – once we reach capacity, we cannot guarantee a spot!
Here is the link:
Greece Pilgrimage: Registration is open for the Greece Pilgrimage in 2026! We will be taking a pilgrimage in the footsteps of St. Paul on a 9-night Cruise plus 4 nights in Athens. The pilgrimage that will take place from September 14 to 28, 2026, is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!
We will follow in the footsteps of Saint Paul through Athens, Corinth, Ephesus, Thessaloniki, and Philippi! The 9-night cruise will sail through the breathtaking Greek Isles, giving you the opportunity to visit ancient temples and idyllic seaside villages in six ports of call: Rhodes, Ephesus, Santorini, Mykonos, Philippi, and Thessaloniki. Check out this updated link:
We will follow in the footsteps of Saint Paul through Athens, Corinth, Ephesus, Thessaloniki, and Philippi! The 9-night cruise will sail through the breathtaking Greek Isles, giving you the opportunity to visit ancient temples and idyllic seaside villages in six ports of call: Rhodes, Ephesus, Santorini, Mykonos, Philippi, and Thessaloniki. Check out this updated link:
Job Openings at St. Therese School:
Estate Planning: A reminder that we have a Little Flower Legacy Society at St. Therese to encourage planned and estate gifts to our parish, our school, or one of our endowment funds. Please include St. Therese as a beneficiary in your estate planning! It is an opportunity to give back to our beloved parish and ensure that our parish remains financially viable for generations to come!
- Toddler Teacher, full-time
- Pre-School After-School/Evening Aides (10-15 hrs./wk.)
Estate Planning: A reminder that we have a Little Flower Legacy Society at St. Therese to encourage planned and estate gifts to our parish, our school, or one of our endowment funds. Please include St. Therese as a beneficiary in your estate planning! It is an opportunity to give back to our beloved parish and ensure that our parish remains financially viable for generations to come!
Flocknote:You can receive my daily Mass reflections sent right to your
phone! To sign up, just text the word “ANDRIE” to 84-576 to follow the link.
Stewardship:Thank you to everyone who continues to support St. Therese! I invite you to continue supporting our beloved parish as it helps us to serve you and remain connected with you! This can be done in the following ways:
Blessings,
Fr. Andrie
phone! To sign up, just text the word “ANDRIE” to 84-576 to follow the link.
Stewardship:Thank you to everyone who continues to support St. Therese! I invite you to continue supporting our beloved parish as it helps us to serve you and remain connected with you! This can be done in the following ways:
- Click the donation button on our main parish website. You can contribute as a guest or log in if you have previously created a profile. You can choose the frequency of your gift (one-time, weekly, biweekly, monthly, quarterly, or annually).
- Bring or mail your stewardship envelope to our parish office.
- Consider transferring a stock “gift” to St. Therese. It’s a tax-free donation.
Blessings,
Fr. Andrie
Goldy reflecting on Christ’s infinite love for everyone