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November 30/December 1
1. Our parish is offering a book to each household during this season of Advent. As you prepare for Christmas, we hope you will find some quiet time to read, reflect, and pray. Please choose one copy of either 33 Days to Eucharistic Glory or The Three Ordinary Voices of God, both written by Matthew Kelly. Please pick up a Saint Andrew bookmark in the Gathering Space as well.
2. Our parish is celebrating the Feast of Saint Andrew with a meal following 5:00 Mass today (Saturday, November 30). All are invited to a delicious Birria de Res Mexican dinner consisting of beef, beans, and rice. We hope to see you there!
3. Saint Andrew gourmet coffee is available in the Gathering Area after the 8:30 and 10:30 Masses Sunday, December 1. It comes in several types of roasts in one-pound bags. Purchasing the coffee will benefit the farmers and their families in Guatemala as well as students at Saint Andrew Catholic School.
November 23/24
1. Pat Glidden recently passed away. Her funeral will be this coming Tuesday at 12:30 PM, with visitation one hour prior to the funeral. Please keep Pat and her family in your prayers.
2. The Mass on Thanksgiving Day will be celebrated at 9:00 AM. The parish office will be closed Thursday and Friday. We wish everyone a blessed Thanksgiving!
3. Our parish will be celebrating the Feast of Saint Andrew next Saturday, November 30th with a Mexican Birria de Res meal following the 5:00 PM Mass. All are invited to join fellow parishioners for a delicious dinner. We hope to see you there!
4. Our Angel Trees are in the Gathering Area for the next few weeks. Please consider taking a blue or pink ornament and providing an unwrapped gift for a boy or girl in need in our community this Christmas. Thank you for your generosity.
5. It’s time for the annual Knights of Columbus “Keep Christ in Christmas” Poster Contest for students in Kindergarten through eighth grade. Cash prizes will be awarded to the winners. Bob Hurd from the Knights of Columbus will be in Gathering Space to answer questions and hand out contest forms.
November 16/17
1. Judy Thompson and Joanne Ripley recently passed away. Please remember Judy, Joanne and their family in your prayers.
2. This weekend our one-pound bags of gourmet coffee from Guatemala will be available for purchase in the Gathering Space after Mass. There are a variety of roasts available. Cash or checks will be accepted. Coffee makes a great host or hostess gift for the upcoming holiday season.
3. The Knights of Columbus are hosting a fraternal benefits night this Monday, November 18 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Rooms 1 & 2. If any men are interested in joining the Knights, this is a great opportunity to see the benefits that are available to Knights and their families. Spouses are welcome as well.
November 9/10
1. Joan Ryan passed away this week. The funeral will be Friday, November 15 at 10:30 AM, with visitation at the church one hour prior to the funeral. Visitation will also be held at Dare’s Funeral Home November 14 from 5:00-8:00 PM. Please remember Joan and her family in your prayers.
2. This weekend, members of the CCW are accepting grocery donations for our fall food drive for CAER. Monetary donations are also welcomed. Thank you for your generosity!
3. The Respect Life Committee invites you to their fundraising event at Pizza Ranch this Monday, November 11 from 4:00-8:00 PM. If you come in for dinner, order delivery or carry-out, our Respect Life Committee will earn 10% of all sales plus all additional donations (tips).
November 2/3
1. Lee Dziuk and Dennis Ebert recently passed away.
Lee's funeral is Tuesday, November 12 at 12:30 PM with visitation one hour prior to the funeral. Visitation will also be held at Dare's Funeral Home November 11 from 5:00-7:00 PM.
Dennis' funeral is Wednesday, November 13 at 12:30 PM with visitation one hour prior to the funeral.
Please keep Lee, Dennis, and their families in your prayers.
2. The Knights of Columbus are hosting breakfast November 3 with proceeds benefitting missions. Enjoy a great breakfast and conversations with fellow parishioners.
3. The Saint Andrew Quilters and Crafters invite you to their fall Craft Sale after Mass today. Stop by Meeting Room 3 to see all their handiwork on display and shop for gifts for the upcoming holiday season.
4. Members of the CCW are handing out grocery bags and lists of needed items for our fall food drive for CAER. Please return the filled bags next weekend. Monetary donations are also welcomed. Thank you for your generosity!
October 26/27
1. Ronald Cardinal, Eugene Utecht, and John Che recently passed away. Please keep Ron, Gene, John, and their families in your prayers.
2. This weekend our one-pound bags of gourmet coffee from Guatemala are available for purchase in the Gathering Space after Mass. There are a variety of roasts available. Cash or checks will be accepted. Thank you for supporting the Saint Andrew Coffee Project.
3. We are nearing the finish line for collecting donations for the school marathon. If you would still like to participate, you will find decorated envelopes at the ends of the pews. The envelopes can be placed in the offertory basket or dropped off at the parish office by November 1st. The school has a goal of raising $35,000. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.
4. The Saint Andrew Respect Life Committee is selling pro-life themed items in the Gathering Space after Mass today. Thank you for supporting pro-life efforts!
5. This coming Friday, November 1st, is All Saints Day. Masses for this Holy Day of Obligation will be celebrated at 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
October 19/20
1. Joan Bykowski passed away this week. Joan’s funeral will be November 8 at 12:30 PM, with visitation one hour prior to the funeral. Please remember Joan and her family in your prayers.
2. Next weekend our one pound bags of gourmet coffee from Guatemala will be available for purchase in the Gathering Space after Mass. Cash or checks will be accepted. Please see the bulletin for more details.
3. At the ends of the pews, you will find brightly decorated envelopes. Saint Andrew Catholic School is collecting donations for the annual Marathon for Nonpublic Education. This coming Friday, October 25, the students will be walking or jogging a half mile loop for one hour, completing as many laps as they can. The school has a goal of raising $35,000. The students, staff, and teachers greatly appreciate your generosity.
October 12/13
1. Barbara Bourque, Donna Utecht, and Karen Walz passed away this week. Please remember Barbara, Donna, Karen, and their families in your prayers.
2. Just a reminder that there will be a Communion Service Tuesday, October 15 at 6:00 PM rather than Mass. Please also note that the school Mass will be at 12:45 PM this Wednesday.
3. The Knights of Columbus are selling pumpkins in the church parking lot after Mass today. Stop by to pick one up for your fall décor.
4. This weekend we have a special collection to assist in Hurricane Helene relief efforts. Envelopes are available at the ends of the pews. Checks should be made payable to Saint Andrew Catholic Church with “Hurricane Relief” in the memo. Please return the envelopes no later than next weekend so that we can forward the funds in a timely manner. Thank you for your generosity.
5. The Saint Andrew Quilters and Crafters are having a craft sale in Meeting Room 3 after Mass today. You are invited to stop by to peruse all the handcrafted items made by our parishioners.
6. The Knights of Columbus are hosting breakfast October 13 from 8:00 AM to noon with proceeds benefitting pro-life causes. Enjoy a great breakfast and conversation with fellow parish members.
October 5/6
1. Carol Van Tassel’s funeral will be Friday, October 11 at 12:30 PM, with visitation at 11:30 AM. Please keep Carol and her family in your prayers.
2. Just a reminder that we will not have Masses this coming Tuesday through Thursday. There will be Communion Services Tuesday evening and Thursday morning. Our Saint Andrew School students will lead us in praying the rosary Wednesday morning.
Also please note there will be no Confessions Tuesday evening.
3. At the ends of the pews, you will find brightly decorated envelopes. Saint Andrew Catholic School is collecting donations for the annual Marathon for Nonpublic Education. On October 25th the students will be walking or jogging a half mile loop for one hour, completing as many laps as they can. The school has a goal of raising $35,000. The students, staff, and teachers greatly appreciate your generosity.
4. Faith Formation families – make sure to check out the bulletin or weekly Sunday email for ministry service opportunities for the month of October. These include helping to set up and take down the cross display for Respect Life Month and the Rake the Town event. Please reach out to Kent Yoder with questions or additional details.
5. The Knights of Columbus are selling pumpkins in the church parking lot after Masses today. Stop by to pick one up for your fall décor.
6. The Respect Life Committee is hosting hospitality and selling pro-life themed items in honor of Respect Life Month. Please stop by the Gathering Space to enjoy a treat, support pro-life efforts, and visit with fellow parishioners.
7. Next weekend, October 12 & 13, we will have a special collection to assist in Hurricane Helene relief efforts. Envelopes will be available at the ends of the pews. Checks should be made payable to Saint Andrew Catholic Church with “Hurricane Relief” in the memo. Thank you for your generosity.
September 28/29
1. Michael Calavicci passed away this week. A service will be held October 12 at 2:00 PM at the Peterson Funeral Chapel in St. Michael, with visitation one hour prior.
Carol Van Tassel passed away September 25. The funeral arrangements are pending.
Please keep Michael, Carol, and their families in your prayers.
2. We would be happy to welcome additional volunteers for the Faith Formation program. Please prayerfully consider if you would be willing to offer your time as a substitute Catechist, classroom helper or as a prayer warrior for our program. Contact the parish office to speak with a member of the Faith Formation team.
3. There will be some changes to our typical weekday liturgy schedule in October. Please see the bulletin or website for more information.
September 21/22
1. Norman Zimmer passed away September 17. Norman’s funeral will be Saturday, September 28 at 10:30 AM with visitation one hour prior to the funeral. Please remember Norman and his family in your prayers.
2. We are still in need of volunteers for the Faith Formation program. In particular, we need a Co-Catechist or Classroom Helper for Grade 1. Multiple spots are also open for substitutes and classroom helpers. Please prayerfully consider volunteering for one of these roles and helping to share your faith with our children.
3. We have openings for new altar servers! Training will begin in October. Please see the bulletin for details. We look forward to having more parish youth participate in this important ministry.
4. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, St. Andrew Elk River Conference, is sponsoring a “Box City” event September 28. Please stop by the table in the Gathering Space to learn more. Details are also included in the bulletin.
September 14/15
1. George Jedlicka and Duane Lien passed away this week.
George’s funeral will be Wednesday, September 18 at 12:30 PM with visitation at 11:30 AM.
Duane’s funeral will be Saturday, September 21 at 11:00 AM with visitation at 10:00 AM.
Please remember George, Duane, and their families in your prayers.
2. The parish festival is this weekend! Please note that credit & debit cards will not be accepted at the ticket booths at the festival due to processing limitations; only cash or checks will be accepted. Tickets will be used for food, beverages, and games. We hope you’ll join in on the fun and festivities of our annual festival. You are invited to stop by the table in the Gathering Space to buy food, game, & beverage tickets after 5:00 PM Mass Saturday and after 8:30 AM Mass Sunday.
3. Next Saturday, September 21, Bishop Patrick Neary will be here to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation at our 5:00 PM Mass. Please remember our Confirmation candidates in your prayers.
September 7/8
1. The parish festival is next Sunday! We need many volunteers to help with various tasks and jobs for the parish festival weekend, September 14th/15th. There are sign-up sheets on the tables in the Gathering Space. You may also sign up online.
Please note that credit & debit cards will not be accepted at the ticket booths at the festival due to processing limitations; only cash or checks will be accepted. Tickets will be used for food, beverages, and games.
Calling all vegetable gardeners, bakers, and canners! The festival Farmers Market is in need of your homegrown produce, home-canned goods, and home-baked treats. Please see the bulletin ad that lists the items we hope to have available for our festival attendees to purchase and enjoy.
2. There is still time to register for Faith Formation. Registration forms are available on tables in the Gathering Space and near Door C. You may also register and pay fees online through our parish website. We are still in need of volunteer catechists, classroom helpers, and prayer partners. Our new year begins this Wednesday, September 11th, with Mass at 6:30 PM. We are looking forward to a fun, inspiring year of growing in faith!
August 31/September 1
1. Steve Bakos passed away August 25. Visitation will be at Dare’s Funeral home on Tuesday, September 10 from 5:00-8:00 PM, with parish prayers at 7:30 PM. The funeral will be Wednesday, September 11 at 12:30 PM with visitation one hour prior. Please remember Steve and his family in your prayers.
2. We need many volunteers to help with various tasks and jobs on Saturday, September 14 for parish festival set-up as well as the festival itself on September 15. There are sign up sheets on the tables in the Gathering Space. You may also sign up online. Thank you for participating! Please note that credit card transactions will not be available at the festival due to processing limitations; only cash or checks will be accepted.
3. There is still time to register for Faith Formation. Our new year begins with Mass September 11 at 6:30 PM. Forms are available on tables in the Gathering Space and near Door C. You may also register and pay fees online through our parish website. We are in need of volunteer catechists, classroom helpers, and prayer partners. We are looking forward to a great year of growing in faith!
August 24/25
1. Saint Andrew Gourmet Coffee is available for purchase in the Gathering Space after Mass today. We have a variety of roasts available, either ground or whole beans, in one pound bags. Cash and checks will be accepted for this weekend’s sales. Proceeds benefit our Catholic school.
2. This is the final weekend that the raffle ticket packets will be available in the Gathering Space. If you haven’t already done so, please pick up your packet. Raffle proceeds are a key component of the parish budget. Thank you for selling or purchasing the raffle tickets.
3. We have an immediate need for part-time childcare workers for our school’s Tackle Box program. Please see the bulletin or website for details.
4. We need many volunteers to help with various tasks and jobs at the parish festival September 15. There are sign up sheets on the tables in the Gathering Space or you may also sign up online. Thank you for participating!
August 17/18
1. Kathleen Jarmoluk passed away August 11. The funeral will be Saturday, September 7 at 12:30 PM, with visitation beginning at 11:30 AM. Please remember Kay and her family in your prayers.
2. Each parish household has a packet of raffle tickets for the fall festival. Please stop by the table in the Gathering Space to pick them up. Raffle proceeds are an important source of revenue for the parish. Thank you for your participation.
3. This coming Tuesday, August 20, there will be a Communion Service at 6:00 PM rather than Mass. Please also note there will be no Confessions Tuesday evening.
August 10/11
1. Al Goblirsch passed away August 8. His funeral will be Friday, August 16 at 11:30 AM, with visitation beginning at 10:30 AM. Please keep Al and his family in your prayers.
2. Quilt raffle tickets are now available for $5 per ticket. Stop by the table in the Gathering Space to take a look at the quilt, search for a couple of hidden images, and purchase a ticket from the Saint Andrew Quilters and Crafters.
3. Each parish household has a packet of raffle tickets for the fall festival. Please stop by the table in the Gathering Space to pick them up. Raffle proceeds are an important source of revenue for the parish. Thank you for your participation.
4. An informational meeting about the diaconate will take place this Wednesday, August 14 at Christ Our Light Catholic Church in Princeton. Please see the bulletin for details.
5. The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a holy day of obligation, is August 15. Masses will be held at 6:00 PM Wednesday, August 14, and 8:00 AM Thursday, August 15. Please note there is no 8:00 AM Mass on Wednesday.
August 3/4
1. Patti Swanson passed away July 31. Her funeral will be Tuesday, August 6 at 10:30 AM, with visitation starting at 8:30 AM. Please keep Patti and her family in your prayers.
2. Formation sessions for the OCIA, Order of Christian Initiation of Adults, begin this Monday, August 5. These sessions are designed for those who wish to become Catholic or those who wish to complete their Sacraments of Initiation. Please contact Tim Boesch if you are interested: timb@saint-andrew.net
3. Catholic United Financial is hosting a free workshop this Tuesday, August 6, following the 6:00 PM Mass. The workshop is entitled “Keys to Financial Well-Being for Your Aging Parents”. Please see the website for more information.
4. The Golden Heirs are gathering this Wednesday, August 7, at 1:30 PM. All those 55+ are invited to join fellow parishioners for prayer, hospitality, and conversation.
5. Quilt raffle tickets are now available for $5 per ticket. This year’s quilt is called “Winged Glory”. Stop by the table in the Gathering Space to take look at the quilt, search for some hidden images, and purchase a ticket from the Saint Andrew Quilters and Crafters.
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