November 6, 2026
Greetings in Christ,
This weekend we will hear about the ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Five were wise by bringing extra oil, while five were foolish in that they were unprepared. Naturally, the wise virgins trimmed their lamps and were able to enter the wedding feast. Unfortunately, the foolish missed their opportunity and missed the banquet. Every day, we ask Jesus, our Bridegroom, for a new outpouring of the Holy Spirit to keep our hearts aflame with our love for Christ.
Capital Campaign Update:Our Growth in Christ Capital Campaign total surpassed $17.4 million! We are so grateful for the generous donors who have already contributed, but we have more to accomplish. Our next goal will provide funding for the Martin Family Center, a new rectory for our priests, and a cross for our steeple.
Attached is a list of families listed in alphabetical order who have made pledges to the campaign. Thank you to our families who have pledged to help build and strengthen our beloved St. Therese community! If you have not already returned your pledge card, please do so. You can also complete your pledge online at st-therese.org! We will publish an updated list with additional names in December.
Attached is a list of families listed in alphabetical order who have made pledges to the campaign. Thank you to our families who have pledged to help build and strengthen our beloved St. Therese community! If you have not already returned your pledge card, please do so. You can also complete your pledge online at st-therese.org! We will publish an updated list with additional names in December.
Donation Inquiry: We recently received donations through LPL Financial in September and would like to properly acknowledge the donors and ensure the gifts are directed according to their wishes. If you made one of these donations or have information that may help us identify the donors, please contact Sharon in the Accounting Office. Thank you for your assistance and generosity.
St. Therese Talent Show: Our parish talent show is tomorrow, Saturday, November 7, after the 5:00 pm Mass. Please join us for a great meal and to cheer on your fellow parishioners at our talent show.
St. Therese Talent Show: Our parish talent show is tomorrow, Saturday, November 7, after the 5:00 pm Mass. Please join us for a great meal and to cheer on your fellow parishioners at our talent show.
Joan Slattery: One of our beloved longtime parishioners, Joan Slattery, recently passed away from an unexpected health complication. Throughout her life, Joan embraced our beautiful Catholic faith with extraordinary grace. In addition to deeply investing in her family, Joan was a passionate champion and supporter of Catholic education. Joan and her husband, Bill, through their generosity, helped build and strengthen many Catholic schools in our local church that will bless students for generations to come. Joan’s funeral will be on Tuesday, November 10 at 11:00 am at St. Therese, with a visitation one hour before.
The Slattery Family has left an indelible mark on Catholic education through their generosity and faithfulness.
Not to be missed REBOOT A Life‑Changing Event: Join us this Tue., Nov. 10. An 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.
The Slattery Family has left an indelible mark on Catholic education through their generosity and faithfulness.
Not to be missed REBOOT A Life‑Changing Event: Join us this Tue., Nov. 10. An 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.
Pope Leo XIV: Our Holy Father will be making his first pilgrimage to Latin America on November 6 – 17. He will be visiting the countries of Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru. If you would, please keep our Holy Father in your prayers, especially as he is still recovering from his lung surgery.
Young Adult Fellowship begins next Monday, November 9 at 5:30 pm!
Are you a young adult post-college looking to grow in your faith and meet other young Catholics? Join us beginning Monday, November 9, at 5:30 pm for a relaxed evening of faith and friendship. We'll gather by the fireplace in the Gathering Space to pray the Rosary, reflect on the Gospel, and enjoy fellowship together. Whether you're new to the parish or have been here for years, we'd love to meet you! Call or email Andrew at 781-539-2155 or aqlinden@icloud.com for more details.
Are you a young adult post-college looking to grow in your faith and meet other young Catholics? Join us beginning Monday, November 9, at 5:30 pm for a relaxed evening of faith and friendship. We'll gather by the fireplace in the Gathering Space to pray the Rosary, reflect on the Gospel, and enjoy fellowship together. Whether you're new to the parish or have been here for years, we'd love to meet you! Call or email Andrew at 781-539-2155 or aqlinden@icloud.com for more details.
St. Martha’s Circle Fall Market, November 14 & 15: One of the beautiful purposes of St. Martha’s Circle is to support both our parish and the wider community—and the Fall Market plays a key role in that mission.
We’d be so grateful for your support—whether by contributing items or volunteering your time. Every bit helps us make a meaningful impact! For questions or to volunteer, call Terri Bowman at 612-961-7394 OR Carroll Jesberg at 612-452-1256.
We’d be so grateful for your support—whether by contributing items or volunteering your time. Every bit helps us make a meaningful impact! For questions or to volunteer, call Terri Bowman at 612-961-7394 OR Carroll Jesberg at 612-452-1256.
Chapel Update: Our Stations of the Cross have been installed, and the beams in the chapel have been re-stained. The company that fixed our stained-glass windows began reinstalling our windows yesterday. They are expected to finish installing our windows by the end of today. Our hope is that we can move back into our chapel sometime next week.
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.
Adoration: Please consider committing to one of our needed time slots:
Most needed times:
952-474-4344.
Most needed times:
- Wednesday, 11-12noon
- Wednesday, 4-5 pm
- Friday, 10-11 am
- Friday, 12 noon-1 pm
952-474-4344.
Chris Stefanick will be at St. Therese on Tuesday, November 10, for REBOOT! As Chris reminds us, "The origin of Eucharistic adoration is love." Join us for an engaging evening that will inspire you to deepen your relationship with Christ and strengthen your faith in everyday life.
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.
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.
Resident House Mother/Care Coordinator Needed:
Enkrateia House of Hope is seeking a compassionate and caring person with Christian values to be their House mother/care coordinator. This is a paid position, Monday - Friday, 4 hours a day. Compensation is negotiable. Training will be provided for qualified candidates. For more information, please contact Dorothy at 612-508-0217 or email enkrateiahouseofhope@gmail.com.
Support a New Catholic Musical!
Local playwright, composer, and lyricist Charlie LaBerge is launching a fundraiser for Father Brown: The Musical, an original mystery inspired by the beloved stories of G.K. Chesterton. Blending faith, humor, and drama, the musical shares Catholic values through an engaging and thought-provoking story. Funds raised will support a workshop production that will help bring the show to local stages. Contact Charlie at labergecharlie@gmail.com to support this project.
Enkrateia House of Hope is seeking a compassionate and caring person with Christian values to be their House mother/care coordinator. This is a paid position, Monday - Friday, 4 hours a day. Compensation is negotiable. Training will be provided for qualified candidates. For more information, please contact Dorothy at 612-508-0217 or email enkrateiahouseofhope@gmail.com.
Support a New Catholic Musical!
Local playwright, composer, and lyricist Charlie LaBerge is launching a fundraiser for Father Brown: The Musical, an original mystery inspired by the beloved stories of G.K. Chesterton. Blending faith, humor, and drama, the musical shares Catholic values through an engaging and thought-provoking story. Funds raised will support a workshop production that will help bring the show to local stages. Contact Charlie at labergecharlie@gmail.com to support this project.
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 stmaryshealthclinics.org or call Karla at 651-287-7745.
Mass of Remembrance for Families of Child Loss tomorrow, Nov. 7: Saturday, Nov. 7, 10:00 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
Annual Gold Mass for Scientists and Engineers: On Saturday, November 14, at 8:30 a.m. in the Chapel of St. Thomas Aquinas at the University of St. Thomas (2115 Summit Ave., St. Paul), Catholic scientists, engineers, educators, and students are invited to attend the annual Gold Mass. A brunch reception will follow. For more information, call (651) 962-5000
St. Joseph Business Guild Dinner on November 19
Join fellow Catholic professionals for networking, prayer, dinner, and a presentation on media and culture as part of the America at 250 series.
Holy Family Catholic Church | 5:00 p.m.
$17.76 (free for clergy, students, and unemployed)
RSVP: sjbusinessguild.org
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 stmaryshealthclinics.org or call Karla at 651-287-7745.
Mass of Remembrance for Families of Child Loss tomorrow, Nov. 7: Saturday, Nov. 7, 10:00 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
Annual Gold Mass for Scientists and Engineers: On Saturday, November 14, at 8:30 a.m. in the Chapel of St. Thomas Aquinas at the University of St. Thomas (2115 Summit Ave., St. Paul), Catholic scientists, engineers, educators, and students are invited to attend the annual Gold Mass. A brunch reception will follow. For more information, call (651) 962-5000
St. Joseph Business Guild Dinner on November 19
Join fellow Catholic professionals for networking, prayer, dinner, and a presentation on media and culture as part of the America at 250 series.
Holy Family Catholic Church | 5:00 p.m.
$17.76 (free for clergy, students, and unemployed)
RSVP: sjbusinessguild.org
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
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
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 and friends arriving early for Chris Stefanick talk on November 10th.