October 23, 2026
Greetings in Christ,
This weekend, our Lord gives us the twofold commandment – Loving God as your first and deepest love and loving your neighbor as yourself. The twofold commandment summarizes the entire moral and religious law found in the Old Testament (Deut. 6:5 and Lev. 19:18). Our Lord reminds us that these two commandments cannot be separated. In short, you can measure one’s love for God by how well he or she loves his or her neighbor.
Capital Campaign Update:We are excited to share that we are $1 million away from our $6.5 million Celebration Goal! Reaching this milestone means that we have received pledges to fund the $2.5 million school expansion and renovation, increase our Maintenance Fund by $1.5 million, and add $2.5 million to our School Endowment Fund. In addition, once we have raised $6.5 million, we will receive a $10 million gift to help us accomplish our next goals. If you have not yet returned your pledge card, please join your fellow church and school families to help us reach our Celebration Goal!
Giving Opportunity for Rosaries: We are seeking a few generous donors who feel called to help provide rosaries for all of the children in our St. Therese School classrooms. These rosaries will support our students as they grow in their love for prayer and devotion to Our Blessed Mother. We hope to purchase approximately 300 rosaries and would be grateful to any donors willing to assist with this meaningful gift for our children.
For more information or to help with this project, please contact Geri in the parish office.
For more information or to help with this project, please contact Geri in the parish office.
Psalms Course: We will resume our course on the Psalms on Tuesday, October 27. We will look at Book II (Psalms 42 – 72) of the Psalms. This set of psalms highlights the rise of the Davidic kingdom.
REBOOT A Life‑Changing Event Nov. 10: REBOOT, a powerful evening of renewal with internationally acclaimed Catholic speaker Chris Stefanick, is coming right here to St. Therese. This dynamic experience is designed to help you rediscover and deepen your faith in a fresh, practical, and inspiring way.
Please see the information below for details on how to participate. We hope you’ll join us for this exceptional opportunity.
Please see the information below for details on how to participate. We hope you’ll join us for this exceptional opportunity.
St. John Paul II Champions for Life: A hearty congratulations to our parishioners, Ralph and Theresa Douglass, for being awarded the St. John Paul II Champions for Life award. The award honors faithful Catholics who have made significant contributions to the pro-life movement and the Church. Congratulations, Ralph and Therese!
Marian Grotto: A parishioner snapped a beautiful photo this morning. Thank you, Lord, for your wonders in Creation!
Chapel Update: Painting progressed this week in our chapel. We are still awaiting the completion of our stained-glass windows. The frames for our Stations of the Cross are in the process of being stained. Our hope is that we can move back into the chapel in early November.
Outside Sanctuary Wall: Work began on the outside wall of our sanctuary this week. Workers will be adding insulation in that wall, as no insulation was originally put in that wall when the church was built. Additionally, a high-grade metal that looks like wood will replace the wood that has been vulnerable to woodpeckers.
Outside Sanctuary Wall: Work began on the outside wall of our sanctuary this week. Workers will be adding insulation in that wall, as no insulation was originally put in that wall when the church was built. Additionally, a high-grade metal that looks like wood will replace the wood that has been vulnerable to woodpeckers.
St. Therese Talent Show: Do you sing, dance, act, do magic, juggle cats, play an instrument, or have a hidden talent you’ve been waiting to share? If so, join us for Talent Show Tryouts and show off your gifts. All ages and acts are welcome!
Tryout times are:
- Tuesday, October 27 from 2:30 to 5:00pm
- Wednesday, October 28 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
- Sunday, November 1 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
If you can't make one of the tryout times, you may create a video of your talent and email it to talentshow@st-therese.org.
Also, if you've performed in either of our two previous talent shows and want to perform again, email a detailed description of what you're planning to do to talentshow@st-therese.org.
Our Sisters' Invitation to you on Sunday, Nov. 8: In celebration of National Vocation Awareness Week, the Franciscan Clarist Congregation warmly invites you, your family, and friends to an Open House at St. John Convent in Vermillion. Enjoy a time of prayer, Eucharistic Adoration, fellowship, and conversation with the Sisters as they share their charism, mission, and way of life. All are welcome to stop by, meet the Sisters, tour the convent, and learn more about the beauty of religious life.
Also, if you've performed in either of our two previous talent shows and want to perform again, email a detailed description of what you're planning to do to talentshow@st-therese.org.
Our Sisters' Invitation to you on Sunday, Nov. 8: In celebration of National Vocation Awareness Week, the Franciscan Clarist Congregation warmly invites you, your family, and friends to an Open House at St. John Convent in Vermillion. Enjoy a time of prayer, Eucharistic Adoration, fellowship, and conversation with the Sisters as they share their charism, mission, and way of life. All are welcome to stop by, meet the Sisters, tour the convent, and learn more about the beauty of religious life.
Men's Group Meeting on November 10—as we look forward to gathering in fellowship and strengthening our walk with Christ. November will feature a ticketed event as our parish hosts the REBOOT experience with Chris Stefanick. We warmly encourage all men of the parish to mark their calendars and join us for these meaningful opportunities to grow in faith together.
Join Us in Praying the Rosary: You are invited to gather with us on Wednesdays at 9:15 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 prefer that time.
Recurring Giving: You are welcome to set up recurring giving and let your stewardship be a continued expression of faith, even while you’re away. Your generosity helps sustain our ministries, strengthen our parish family, and share God’s love throughout the year. If you are currently enrolled in online giving, please prayerfully consider increasing your donation amount to help support our parish and its mission. Thank you for your faithful commitment.
As a reminder, we also offer the Rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet every Thursday at 3 pm in the Chapel for those who prefer that time.
Recurring Giving: You are welcome to set up recurring giving and let your stewardship be a continued expression of faith, even while you’re away. Your generosity helps sustain our ministries, strengthen our parish family, and share God’s love throughout the year. If you are currently enrolled in online giving, please prayerfully consider increasing your donation amount to help support our parish and its mission. Thank you for your faithful commitment.
Adoration: Keep in mind that you can always share an hour with someone, and you rotate with another person each week. Any amount of time you spend with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament is the best time you will spend on earth.
Most needed times:
For more information, call Geri at 952-473-4422 or Marilyn Olson at 952-474-4344.
Most needed times:
- Wednesday, 11-12noon
- Wednesday, 4-5 pm
- Friday, 10-11 am
- Friday, 12 noon-1 pm
For more information, call Geri at 952-473-4422 or Marilyn Olson at 952-474-4344.
October and November Happenings from the Archdiocese:
Vocations: Discerning vocations to the priesthood, consecrated life, and permanent diaconate; visit and learn information here on the Vocations page
Volunteer Opportunity at St. Mary’s Health Clinics, the health-care ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, has a long track record of helping people when they need it most. Our responsiveness and value as a community resource are well-known in the Twin Cities area.
Our mission depends on hundreds of volunteer professionals generously donating thousands of hours of service and on area partners who endorse our services. Last year, our volunteers contributed more than 6,500 hours — and that wasn’t enough.
We rely on volunteer doctors, nurses, interpreters, and admission staff to provide necessary and accessible health services to low-income people facing barriers to basic health care. All roles are essential in providing quality healthcare in our community and keeping our clinics accessible. For additional information and to apply, visit www.stmaryshealthclinics.org or call Karla at 651-287-7745.
Andrew Dinner: On Tue., November 3, at 6 pm, men 16 and older are invited to join Archbishop Bernard Hebda & Vocations Director, Fr. Mark Pavlak, for dinner and a discussion about discerning the priesthood and religious life. (flyer here)
Mass of Remembrance for Families of Child Loss: Saturday, Nov 7, 10 am Cathedral of St. Paul. All families who have lost a child (from pregnancy through adulthood) are invited to honor and remember their beloved children at this Mass celebrated by Bishop Michael Izen event page
Catholic Cemeteries End of Life Workshop at St. John the Baptist in New Brighton on Nov. 7:
End-of-Life Workshop: Planning with your Next of Kin (NOK) - The Catholic Cemeteries
Join the Catholic Advocacy Network Nov. 21-22:
The Catholic Advocacy Network makes it easy for Catholics to participate in the political process. It keeps the faithful informed on key bills, helps them get to know legislators, and encourages action during crucial decision-making moments. Plus, three Minnesota parishes with the most Catholic Advocacy Network sign-ups in November will win $2,000. See more on the MCC website.
On the weekend of November 19-21 - Vianney Visit
Vocations: Discerning vocations to the priesthood, consecrated life, and permanent diaconate; visit and learn information here on the Vocations page
Volunteer Opportunity at St. Mary’s Health Clinics, the health-care ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, has a long track record of helping people when they need it most. Our responsiveness and value as a community resource are well-known in the Twin Cities area.
Our mission depends on hundreds of volunteer professionals generously donating thousands of hours of service and on area partners who endorse our services. Last year, our volunteers contributed more than 6,500 hours — and that wasn’t enough.
We rely on volunteer doctors, nurses, interpreters, and admission staff to provide necessary and accessible health services to low-income people facing barriers to basic health care. All roles are essential in providing quality healthcare in our community and keeping our clinics accessible. For additional information and to apply, visit www.stmaryshealthclinics.org or call Karla at 651-287-7745.
Andrew Dinner: On Tue., November 3, at 6 pm, men 16 and older are invited to join Archbishop Bernard Hebda & Vocations Director, Fr. Mark Pavlak, for dinner and a discussion about discerning the priesthood and religious life. (flyer here)
Mass of Remembrance for Families of Child Loss: Saturday, Nov 7, 10 am Cathedral of St. Paul. All families who have lost a child (from pregnancy through adulthood) are invited to honor and remember their beloved children at this Mass celebrated by Bishop Michael Izen event page
Catholic Cemeteries End of Life Workshop at St. John the Baptist in New Brighton on Nov. 7:
End-of-Life Workshop: Planning with your Next of Kin (NOK) - The Catholic Cemeteries
Join the Catholic Advocacy Network Nov. 21-22:
The Catholic Advocacy Network makes it easy for Catholics to participate in the political process. It keeps the faithful informed on key bills, helps them get to know legislators, and encourages action during crucial decision-making moments. Plus, three Minnesota parishes with the most Catholic Advocacy Network sign-ups in November will win $2,000. See more on the MCC website.
On the weekend of November 19-21 - Vianney Visit
Catholic Parents Online Tomorrow: Join Catholic Parents Online on October 24, 2026, for Courageous Parents: Protecting Children in Mind, Body & Soul, featuring Fr. Robert Altier and Dr. Michelle Cretella. Through inspiring talks, discussion, and fellowship, this special brunch event will equip parents and grandparents to confidently raise children in the Catholic faith amid today's cultural challenges. Held at Southview Country Club in West St. Paul, the event also offers a livestream option. See the flyer for registration information or visit www.catholicparents.org/events
Speaker event at St. Hubert's:
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: “Jesus, I love you but loving your neighbor…I am not sure I can do that.”