This September marks the 25th anniversary of the attacks of September 11, 2001. For those of us who lived through that day, the memories remain vivid: the images of the planes, the towers, the Pentagon, the field in Pennsylvania, and the countless first responders rushing toward danger while...
Healthy living is healthy aging, from infancy to older adulthood.
Healthy aging starts long before older adulthood and relies on lifelong habits that build a strong foundation for physical and mental well-being.
Core Health Habits for Every Stage of Life
Move Regularly: Get at least 150...
Peter Quinn (son of Terry & Lisa Quinn from Lake Elmo) is currently in the Novitiate program with the Capuchin Franciscan Province of St. Joseph. Here he speaks about his life growing up, how he found the Capuchins, and what his life as a postulant has been like so far.
Guardian Angels is going to Extreme Faith Camp at Trinity Woods in Trego, Wisconsin, next summer! Students entering grades 6–8 can attend July 26–30, while students entering grades 9–12 can attend July 25–30. Experience an unforgettable week filled with high adventure...
In the readings this weekend, God’s message is difficult both for those who heard it when he spoke it to them, and for us today.
In the first reading, the prophet Jeremiah addresses God strongly. He complains that his calling as a preacher is too overwhelming and gets him into...
August is a month filled with reminders of the Blessed Virgin Mary. We began the month with the memory of St. Alphonsus Liguori, a great lover of Our Lady, and on August 15th we celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Just one week later, on August 22nd, the Church...
More than 100 parishioners attended our recent Parish Town Hall to discuss the proposed lease with Chesterton Academy. The evening provided an opportunity to share information about the proposal and, most importantly, to hear and respond to questions from parishioners.
There were many...
Fall Festival is NEXT MONTH!
Friday & Saturday | September 18 & 19
Time flies—before we know it, the leaves will be falling! Our Fall Festival is just around the corner, and there are so many ways to get involved. Whether you sell raffle tickets, donate gift cards, or volunteer...
Curious about the Faith?
Join us for OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults)! We will journey together using Symbolon: The Catholic Faith Explained - a beautifully produced, 16-part video series designed for seekers, those thinking about becoming Catholic, or Catholics who want to...
In the beginning of this weekend’s gospel, we see Jesus going up on a mountain by himself to pray.
Anyone who has attempted to follow Jesus’ example of spending quiet time alone in prayer has probably experienced the challenge of remaining focused and open to the Lord’s...