St. Richard’s Catholic Church

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26 9:00 Mass (Msgr. Jeffrey Steenson) - Church 10:00 Seeker Session 11:00 Mass (Msgr. Jeffrey Steenson) - Church Month View August 26, 2018 Mass (Msgr. Jeffrey Steenson) - Church Sunday, August 26, 9:00 AM Seeker Session Sunday, August 26, 10:00 AM Is the whole “church thing” new to you, or were you born into a Christian family but no longer feel a connection to the Church? For those who have felt a curiosity, a tug, to learn more about the RCIA process, or to ask questions about faith in general, here is an open invitation to a casual conversation with Director of Faith Formation, Susie Osacho at 4:30pm on Saturday, August 25, or at 10:00am on Sunday, August 26, in the Community Room. No commitments will be asked of you at the Seeker Sessions. Ask your questions, get answers, explore what it might mean to walk your life journey as a Catholic, Christian disciple of Christ Jesus. Can't make it? Just contact Susie to schedule another time to meet, or complete the online Inquirers Form found on the parish RCIA webpage. Mass (Msgr. Jeffrey Steenson) - Church Sunday, August 26, 11:00 AM	27 8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion Month View August 27, 2018 Morning Prayer & Communion Monday, August 27, 8:00 AM Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays	28 8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion Month View August 28, 2018 Morning Prayer & Communion Tuesday, August 28, 8:00 AM Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays	29 11:00 Lectionary Scripture Study 12:15p Mass (Fr. Mark Pavlik) - Chapel Month View August 29, 2018 Lectionary Scripture Study Wednesday, August 29, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mass (Fr. Mark Pavlik) - Chapel Wednesday, August 29, 12:15 PM	30 8:00 Mass 9:15 Pastoral Care Commission Meeting 5:00p Social Hall Sneak Peak Happy Hour 5:00p BTCS Back-to-School Night 5:15p YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field 6:00p Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer Month View August 30, 2018 Mass Thursday, August 30, 8:00 AM In the chapel at 8:00am every Thursday & Friday (except holidays). Pastoral Care Commission Meeting Thursday, August 30, 9:15 AM - 11:00 AM Social Hall Sneak Peak Happy Hour Thursday, August 30, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Adults-only sneak peak happy hour. In addition to an early preview as we put the finishing touches on the space, tickets will include a wine and cheese social. Tickets available after weekend masses or online at www.strichard.com/capital-campaign. BTCS Back-to-School Night Thursday, August 30, 5:00 PM YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field Thursday, August 30, 5:15 PM Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer Thursday, August 30, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM All are welcome for weekly evening prayer with the Community of Sant'Egidio, a lay Catholic movement centered on prayer, friendship, and service	31 8:00 Mass 11:00 Helen Everett Mass of Christian Burial - Church Month View August 31, 2018 Mass Friday, August 31, 8:00 AM Every Thursday & Friday except holidays. Helen Everett Mass of Christian Burial - Church Friday, August 31, 11:00 AM	1 4:00p Reconciliation 5:00p Mass Month View September 1, 2018 Reconciliation Saturday, September 1, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM The sacrament is available individually in the Reconciliation Room (located inside of the chapel). Mass Saturday, September 1, 5:00 PM
2 9:00 Mass 11:00 Mass & Baptism Month View September 2, 2018 Mass Sunday, September 2, 9:00 AM Mass & Baptism Sunday, September 2, 11:00 AM	3 Closed for Labor Day Month View September 3, 2018 Closed for Labor Day Monday, September 3 Our building will be closed on Monday, September 3, in observance of Labor Day. There will be a Mass at 9:00am at St. Peter’s Catholic Church (6730 Nicollet Ave S, Richfield).	4 8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion 7:00p Choir Rehearsal - Church Month View September 4, 2018 Morning Prayer & Communion Tuesday, September 4, 8:00 AM Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays Choir Rehearsal - Church Tuesday, September 4, 7:00 PM Choir Season Starts Bring a friend! Bring a relative! Or just bring yourself...it will be wonderful to sing together. New members are welcome, not audition is necessary. Choir rehearsal begins at 7:00 pm in the church. If you have any questions or comments, call music director Betsy Sullivan at 612-869-2426 ext 114, or send her an email at bsullivan@strichards.com.	5 9:00 Lend a Hand Ministry - Tom's Office 11:00 Lectionary Scripture Study 12:15p Mass 1:00p Funeral Lunch Ministers' Meeting - Narthex Month View September 5, 2018 Lend a Hand Ministry - Tom's Office Wednesday, September 5, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM Inviting all women and men who want to help with fun, small maintenance projects at the church on Wednesday mornings. This September, Lend A Hand members will enjoy fun projects, longer breaks (with better cookies) and improved working conditions! You can drop in to join us just once when you have free time, or come each week. Lectionary Scripture Study Wednesday, September 5, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM After a summer hiatus, we are resuming our weekly group on to explore the lectionary readings on Wednesday, September 5, at 11:00am. Anyone interested in joining our group can call Cleo at 612-920-3711 or email Susie Osacho via sosacho@strichards.com. Our first meeting of the season will be held in the Community Room. Mass Wednesday, September 5, 12:15 PM 12:15pm every Wednesday except holidays. Funeral Lunch Ministers' Meeting - Narthex Wednesday, September 5, 1:00 PM	6 8:00 Mass 5:15p YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field 6:00p Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer 6:30p BTCS School Board Meeting - Community Room Month View September 6, 2018 Mass Thursday, September 6, 8:00 AM In the chapel at 8:00am every Thursday & Friday (except holidays). YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field Thursday, September 6, 5:15 PM Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer Thursday, September 6, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM All are welcome for weekly evening prayer with the Community of Sant'Egidio, a lay Catholic movement centered on prayer, friendship, and service BTCS School Board Meeting - Community Room Thursday, September 6, 6:30 PM	7 First Friday Day of Prayer 8:00 Mass 8:30 Eucharistic Adoration 12:00p Angelus 7:30p Ecumenical Taize Prayer Month View September 7, 2018 First Friday Day of Prayer Friday, September 7 8:00am Mass, followed by Eucharistic Adoration until 4:45pm Closing Prayer. 7:30pm Ecumenical Taizé closes the day. Mass Friday, September 7, 8:00 AM Every Thursday & Friday except holidays. Eucharistic Adoration Friday, September 7, 8:30 AM - 4:45 PM Come to the quiet and sit before our Lord. Let Him speak to your heart and you will be blessed. Prayer in the Presence of the Lord is open to all. Angelus Friday, September 7, 12:00 PM - 12:05 PM Every weekday, the Angelus bells are rung at noon and all are invited to prayer to commemorate the Incarnation of Christ, the witness of the first disciple, Mary, and to be reminded to live by the words of our patron saint, Richard. Ecumenical Taize Prayer Friday, September 7, 7:30 PM All are invited to experience this moving form of prayer centering around the psalms and periods of holy silence.	8 4:00p Reconciliation 5:00p Mass Month View September 8, 2018 Reconciliation Saturday, September 8, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM The sacrament is available individually in the Reconciliation Room (located inside of the chapel). Mass Saturday, September 8, 5:00 PM
9 9:00 Mass 9:30 Social Hall Grand Opening Breakfast 11:00 Mass & Children's Liturgy of the Word 1:00p Confirmation Information Session Month View September 9, 2018 Mass Sunday, September 9, 9:00 AM Social Hall Grand Opening Breakfast Sunday, September 9, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM To celebrate the remodeled Social Hall, all are invited to join us for a special egg breakfast (9:30am—12:30pm). You don’t need a ticket, but free will offerings will be gratefully accepted. We look forward to seeing you as we celebrate this milestone in Sharing Our Gifts—Building Our Future! Mass & Children's Liturgy of the Word Sunday, September 9, 11:00 AM Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLW) is an opportunity for children 4 to 10 years old to experience God’s Word in an age-appropriate way. There is no need to register—all children are invited to join when Fr. Mark calls them forward at 11:00am Mass. We return after the homily to celebrate the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Parents are welcome to come along! Confirmation Information Session Sunday, September 9, 1:00 PM Teens interested in the Sacrament of Confirmation are asked to join us with at least one parent. More details at www.strichards.com/confirmation.	10 8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion Month View September 10, 2018 Morning Prayer & Communion Monday, September 10, 8:00 AM Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays	11 8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion 10:00 Prayer Shawl Ministry Gathering - Cove 7:00p Choir Rehearsal - Church Month View September 11, 2018 Morning Prayer & Communion Tuesday, September 11, 8:00 AM Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays Prayer Shawl Ministry Gathering - Cove Tuesday, September 11, 10:00 AM Throughout the year, lay ministry volunteers knit or crochet shawls and prayer squares for people who are ill, hospitalized, recently widowed, grieving, and in need of comfort and healing. Volunteers do most of the work at home and meet regularly for fellowship and prayer. The knitters and crocheters say prayers over the items while creating them, then each is blessed before passing it on to the recipient. Newcomers are welcome! Learn more at www.strichards.com/pastoral-care. Choir Rehearsal - Church Tuesday, September 11, 7:00 PM	12 9:00 Lend A Hand Ministry 11:00 Lectionary Scripture Study 12:15p Mass with Blessed Trinity Students - Church Month View September 12, 2018 Lend A Hand Ministry Wednesday, September 12, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM Inviting all women and men who want to help with fun, small maintenance projects at the church on Wednesday mornings. This September, Lend A Hand members will enjoy fun projects, longer breaks (with better cookies) and improved working conditions! You can drop in to join us just once when you have free time, or come each week. Lectionary Scripture Study Wednesday, September 12, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mass with Blessed Trinity Students - Church Wednesday, September 12, 12:15 PM 12:15pm every Wednesday except holidays.	13 8:00 Mass 5:15p YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field 6:00p Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer for the Sick 6:00p BTCS Preschool - Third Grade Parent Info Night 6:30p Faith Formation Commission - Conference Room Month View September 13, 2018 Mass Thursday, September 13, 8:00 AM In the chapel at 8:00am every Thursday & Friday (except holidays). YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field Thursday, September 13, 5:15 PM Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer for the Sick Thursday, September 13, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM All are welcome for weekly evening prayer with the Community of Sant'Egidio, a lay Catholic movement centered on prayer, friendship, and service BTCS Preschool - Third Grade Parent Info Night Thursday, September 13, 6:00 PM Faith Formation Commission - Conference Room Thursday, September 13, 6:30 PM	14 8:00 Mass 10:00 BTCS Serv-a-Thon Kick-Off - Social Hall Month View September 14, 2018 Mass Friday, September 14, 8:00 AM Every Thursday & Friday except holidays. BTCS Serv-a-Thon Kick-Off - Social Hall Friday, September 14, 10:00 AM	15 9:00 Worship Commission Meeting - Conference Room 3:30p Book Club: "Galileo’s Daughter” by Dava Sobel 4:00p Reconciliation 5:00p Mass Month View September 15, 2018 Worship Commission Meeting - Conference Room Saturday, September 15, 9:00 AM Book Club: "Galileo’s Daughter” by Dava Sobel Saturday, September 15, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Reconciliation Saturday, September 15, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM The sacrament is available individually in the Reconciliation Room (located inside of the chapel). Mass Saturday, September 15, 5:00 PM
16 9:00 Mass 10:00 Learn to Make the Most of Your Giving - Social Hall 11:00 Mass & Children's Liturgy of the Word 12:00p New Member Gathering - Community Room Month View September 16, 2018 Mass Sunday, September 16, 9:00 AM Learn to Make the Most of Your Giving - Social Hall Sunday, September 16, 10:00 AM Parishioner and Certified Public Accountant Julie Kraus will give a presentation in the Social Hall between Masses. Julie will share information about IRAs, charitable giving and taxes advantages to make your giving dollars go further. Mass & Children's Liturgy of the Word Sunday, September 16, 11:00 AM Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLW) is an opportunity for children 4 to 10 years old to experience God’s Word in an age-appropriate way. There is no need to register—all children are invited to join when Fr. Mark calls them forward at 11:00am Mass. We return after the homily to celebrate the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Parents are welcome to come along! New Member Gathering - Community Room Sunday, September 16, 12:00 PM Everyone who has joined the parish in the past year is invited for continental breakfast and fellowship at 12:00noon in the Community Room. Members of our Parishioner Resources Commission and staff will be there to tell you about all of the opportunities to get more involved in our parish family! Please RSVP on Facebook or by calling the parish office at 612-869-2426.	17 8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion 6:00p Fall Festival Planning Meeting - Conference Room 6:30p Catechist Training Month View September 17, 2018 Morning Prayer & Communion Monday, September 17, 8:00 AM Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays Fall Festival Planning Meeting - Conference Room Monday, September 17, 6:00 PM Catechist Training Monday, September 17, 6:30 PM Contact Susie Osacho for details	18 8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion 6:00p Choir Pizza Party & Rehearsal - Community Room 6:00p Parish Pastoral Council Meeting Month View September 18, 2018 Morning Prayer & Communion Tuesday, September 18, 8:00 AM Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays Choir Pizza Party & Rehearsal - Community Room Tuesday, September 18, 6:00 PM Parish Pastoral Council Meeting Tuesday, September 18, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	19 11:00 Lectionary Scripture Study 12:15p Mass 1:00p Flu Vaccine Clinic 5:00p Loaves & Fishes - St. Stephen's Church, Minneapolis 7:00p Lego League Info Meeting - Community Room Month View September 19, 2018 Lectionary Scripture Study Wednesday, September 19, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Looking to better understand the Sunday readings? Join the Wednesday Morning Scripture group that meets in the Small Conference Room before 12:15pm Mass. Led by parishioner Cleo Markegard, the group uses award-winning biblical commentator Alice Camille’s God’s Word is Alive resource, a Lectionary workbook, and other reflection books to help you spiritually grow in understanding about our faith. Mass Wednesday, September 19, 12:15 PM 12:15pm every Wednesday except holidays. Flu Vaccine Clinic Wednesday, September 19, 1:00 PM - 2:30 AM On Wednesday, September 19, we will have our annual flu vaccination clinic from 1:00-2:30pm in the Community Room. This opportunity is open to the public and is free with Medicare, as well as most major insurance plans. If you do not have insurance coverage for vaccinations, please contact Jolaine in the parish office by September 11 to arrange for assistance through our Helping Hands program. You may register for your vaccination online via https://tinyurl.com/StRFluShot. If you do not have a computer, call Homeland Health Specialists at 877-746-8060 to request an appointment at St. Richard. The vaccine is free with Medicare and most major insurance plans. Loaves & Fishes - St. Stephen's Church, Minneapolis Wednesday, September 19, 5:00 PM Lego League Info Meeting - Community Room Wednesday, September 19, 7:00 PM All youth, ages 9-14, are invited to join us in the Community Room this Wednesday, September 19, at 7:00pm to learn about a new LEGO League opportunity. Bring your friends—they do not need to be parish members to participate! To join, please contact parishioner Riyan Mendonsa via riyanmendonsa@gmail.com or 716-485-3161.	20 8:00 Mass 5:15p YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field 6:00p Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer 6:30p Finance Council Meeting - Conference Room Month View September 20, 2018 Mass Thursday, September 20, 8:00 AM In the chapel at 8:00am every Thursday & Friday (except holidays). YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field Thursday, September 20, 5:15 PM Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer Thursday, September 20, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM All are welcome for weekly evening prayer with the Community of Sant'Egidio, a lay Catholic movement centered on prayer, friendship, and service Finance Council Meeting - Conference Room Thursday, September 20, 6:30 PM	21 8:00 Mass Month View September 21, 2018 Mass Friday, September 21, 8:00 AM Every Thursday & Friday except holidays.	22 10:00 Craft-Making Party for our St. Richard's Country Store Booth 11:00 BTCS Jr Cub Soccer - Rec Field 2:30p Wedding Rehearsal - Church 4:00p Reconciliation 5:00p Mass Month View September 22, 2018 Craft-Making Party for our St. Richard's Country Store Booth Saturday, September 22, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Can’t wait until November for the festival fun? We will gather from 10am-1pm for simple crafting, with all supplies provided. BTCS Jr Cub Soccer - Rec Field Saturday, September 22, 11:00 AM Wedding Rehearsal - Church Saturday, September 22, 2:30 PM Reconciliation Saturday, September 22, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM The sacrament is available individually in the Reconciliation Room (located inside of the chapel). Mass Saturday, September 22, 5:00 PM
23 9:00 Mass & Baptism 11:00 Mass & Children's Liturgy of the Word 12:00p Faith Formation Welcome Back Service & Celebration Month View September 23, 2018 Mass & Baptism Sunday, September 23, 9:00 AM Mass & Children's Liturgy of the Word Sunday, September 23, 11:00 AM Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLW) is an opportunity for children 4 to 10 years old to experience God’s Word in an age-appropriate way. There is no need to register—all children are invited to join when Fr. Mark calls them forward at 11:00am Mass. We return after the homily to celebrate the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Parents are welcome to come along! Faith Formation Welcome Back Service & Celebration Sunday, September 23, 12:00 PM All are invited to our celebration and service project! We will start with a potluck in the beautifully renovated Social Hall right after the 11:00am Mass. After our meal together, we will assemble sandwich lunches as our #MercyWorks service project. Please see the lists in the narthex for the food donations that we need.	24 8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion 6:00p Kitchen Meeting - Social Hall 6:00p Facilities Commission - Conference Room Month View September 24, 2018 Morning Prayer & Communion Monday, September 24, 8:00 AM Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays Kitchen Meeting - Social Hall Monday, September 24, 6:00 PM Facilities Commission - Conference Room Monday, September 24, 6:00 PM	25 8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion 7:00p Choir Rehearsal - Church Month View September 25, 2018 Morning Prayer & Communion Tuesday, September 25, 8:00 AM Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays Choir Rehearsal - Church Tuesday, September 25, 7:00 PM	26 9:00 Lend A Hand Ministry 11:00 Lectionary Scripture Study 12:15p Mass 1:00p End of Summer Blood Drive - Social Hall 6:00p Baptism Preparation Parent Session - Conference Room Month View September 26, 2018 Lend A Hand Ministry Wednesday, September 26, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM Inviting all women and men who want to help with fun, small maintenance projects at the church on Wednesday mornings. This September, Lend A Hand members will enjoy fun projects, longer breaks (with better cookies) and improved working conditions! You can drop in to join us just once when you have free time, or come each week. Lectionary Scripture Study Wednesday, September 26, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mass Wednesday, September 26, 12:15 PM 12:15pm every Wednesday except holidays. End of Summer Blood Drive - Social Hall Wednesday, September 26, 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM After taking off the summer for Social Hall renovation, we will be hosting our next bi-monthly blood drive on Wednesday, September 26, from 1:00—7:00pm. You can pre-register at www.redcrossblood.org using sponsor code StRich or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. Baptism Preparation Parent Session - Conference Room Wednesday, September 26, 6:00 PM	27 8:00 Mass 4:30p Bloomington-Richfield Grief Coalition – Community Room 5:15p YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field 6:00p Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer Month View September 27, 2018 Mass Thursday, September 27, 8:00 AM In the chapel at 8:00am every Thursday & Friday (except holidays). Bloomington-Richfield Grief Coalition – Community Room Thursday, September 27, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM Is it Grief, or Something More? by Mary Harlow 4:30-5:00pm Speaker 5:00-6:00pm Support Groups Churches in the Bloomington-Richfield area are working together to provide free support and education for adults who are grieving the death of a loved one. YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field Thursday, September 27, 5:15 PM Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer Thursday, September 27, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM All are welcome for weekly evening prayer with the Community of Sant'Egidio, a lay Catholic movement centered on prayer, friendship, and service	28 8:00 Mass Month View September 28, 2018 Mass Friday, September 28, 8:00 AM Every Thursday & Friday except holidays.	29 4:00p Reconciliation 5:00p Mass Month View September 29, 2018 Reconciliation Saturday, September 29, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM The sacrament is available individually in the Reconciliation Room (located inside of the chapel). Mass Saturday, September 29, 5:00 PM
30 9:00 Mass 9:30 Faith Formation Grades 1-8 9:30 Faith Formation Sessions 10:00 Coffee Shop - Social Hall 11:00 Mass & Children's Liturgy of the Word 12:00p Faith Formation - Confirmation Year 1 Month View September 30, 2018 Mass Sunday, September 30, 9:00 AM Faith Formation Grades 1-8 Sunday, September 30, 9:30 AM Families meet in Community Room each week, then break out into grade groups. Faith Formation Sessions Sunday, September 30, 9:30 AM Families meet in the Community Room at 9:30am, then students go to their grade-level class groups and the parent session continues in the Community Room. Coffee Shop - Social Hall Sunday, September 30, 10:00 AM After a long, dry summer due to the renovation of the Social Hall, Coffee Shop will resume in the Social Hall. Join us for donuts, coffee, and fellowship with both long-time and new friends. Mass & Children's Liturgy of the Word Sunday, September 30, 11:00 AM Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLW) is an opportunity for children 4 to 10 years old to experience God’s Word in an age-appropriate way. There is no need to register—all children are invited to join when Fr. Mark calls them forward at 11:00am Mass. We return after the homily to celebrate the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Parents are welcome to come along! Faith Formation - Confirmation Year 1 Sunday, September 30, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Get to Know – Session #1	1 8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion Month View October 1, 2018 Morning Prayer & Communion Monday, October 1, 8:00 AM Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays	2 8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion Month View October 2, 2018 Morning Prayer & Communion Tuesday, October 2, 8:00 AM Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays	3 11:00 Lectionary Scripture Study 12:15p Mass Month View October 3, 2018 Lectionary Scripture Study Wednesday, October 3, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mass Wednesday, October 3, 12:15 PM 12:15pm every Wednesday except holidays.	4 8:00 Mass 4:30p Bloomington-Richfield Grief Coalition – Community Room 6:00p Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer Month View October 4, 2018 Mass Thursday, October 4, 8:00 AM In the chapel at 8:00am every Thursday & Friday (except holidays). Bloomington-Richfield Grief Coalition – Community Room Thursday, October 4, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM The Mind-Body Connection by Lorry Lundborg 4:30-5:00pm Speaker 5:00-6:00pm Support Groups Churches in the Bloomington-Richfield area are working together to provide free support and education for adults who are grieving the death of a loved one. Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer Thursday, October 4, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM All are welcome for weekly evening prayer with the Community of Sant'Egidio, a lay Catholic movement centered on prayer, friendship, and service	5 First Friday Day of Prayer 8:00 Mass 8:30 Eucharistic Adoration 12:00p Angelus 7:30p Ecumenical Taize Prayer Month View October 5, 2018 First Friday Day of Prayer Friday, October 5 8:00am Mass, followed by Eucharistic Adoration until 4:45pm Closing Prayer. 7:30pm Ecumenical Taizé closes the day. Mass Friday, October 5, 8:00 AM Every Thursday & Friday except holidays. Eucharistic Adoration Friday, October 5, 8:30 AM - 4:45 PM Come to the quiet and sit before our Lord. Let Him speak to your heart and you will be blessed. Prayer in the Presence of the Lord is open to all. Angelus Friday, October 5, 12:00 PM - 12:05 PM Every weekday, the Angelus bells are rung at noon and all are invited to prayer to commemorate the Incarnation of Christ, the witness of the first disciple, Mary, and to be reminded to live by the words of our patron saint, Richard. Ecumenical Taize Prayer Friday, October 5, 7:30 PM All are invited to experience this moving form of prayer centering around the psalms and periods of holy silence.	6 4:00p Reconciliation 5:00p Polka Mass & Celebration Month View October 6, 2018 Reconciliation Saturday, October 6, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM The sacrament is available individually in the Reconciliation Room (located inside of the chapel). Polka Mass & Celebration Saturday, October 6, 5:00 PM We will celebrate the 5:00pm Mass Polka-style! Our own Susie Osacho and her sister, Donna, have developed an arrangement that follows the Revised Roman Missal, for a sacred and liturgically-correct way to honor a unique heritage. Plan to stay after Mass to enjoy food for purchase and dancing in the Social Hall.

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9:00 Mass (Msgr. Jeffrey Steenson) - Church

10:00 Seeker Session

11:00 Mass (Msgr. Jeffrey Steenson) - Church

Month View August 26, 2018

Mass (Msgr. Jeffrey Steenson) - Church

Sunday, August 26, 9:00 AM
Seeker Session

Sunday, August 26, 10:00 AM

Is the whole “church thing” new to you, or were you born into a Christian family but no longer feel a connection to the Church? For those who have felt a curiosity, a tug, to learn more about the RCIA process, or to ask questions about faith in general, here is an open invitation to a casual conversation with Director of Faith Formation, Susie Osacho at 4:30pm on Saturday, August 25, or at 10:00am on Sunday, August 26, in the Community Room. No commitments will be asked of you at the Seeker Sessions. Ask your questions, get answers, explore what it might mean to walk your life journey as a Catholic, Christian disciple of Christ Jesus. Can't make it? Just contact Susie to schedule another time to meet, or complete the online Inquirers Form found on the parish RCIA webpage.
Mass (Msgr. Jeffrey Steenson) - Church

Sunday, August 26, 11:00 AM

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8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion

Month View August 27, 2018

Morning Prayer & Communion

Monday, August 27, 8:00 AM

Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays

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8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion

Month View August 28, 2018

Morning Prayer & Communion

Tuesday, August 28, 8:00 AM

Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays

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11:00 Lectionary Scripture Study

12:15p Mass (Fr. Mark Pavlik) - Chapel

Month View August 29, 2018

Lectionary Scripture Study

Wednesday, August 29, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mass (Fr. Mark Pavlik) - Chapel

Wednesday, August 29, 12:15 PM

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8:00 Mass

9:15 Pastoral Care Commission Meeting

5:00p Social Hall Sneak Peak Happy Hour

5:00p BTCS Back-to-School Night

5:15p YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field

6:00p Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer

Month View August 30, 2018

Mass

Thursday, August 30, 8:00 AM

In the chapel at 8:00am every Thursday & Friday (except holidays).
Pastoral Care Commission Meeting

Thursday, August 30, 9:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Social Hall Sneak Peak Happy Hour

Thursday, August 30, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Adults-only sneak peak happy hour. In addition to an early preview as we put the finishing touches on the space, tickets will include a wine and cheese social. Tickets available after weekend masses or online at www.strichard.com/capital-campaign.
BTCS Back-to-School Night

Thursday, August 30, 5:00 PM
YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field

Thursday, August 30, 5:15 PM
Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer

Thursday, August 30, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

All are welcome for weekly evening prayer with the Community of Sant'Egidio, a lay Catholic movement centered on prayer, friendship, and service

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8:00 Mass

11:00 Helen Everett Mass of Christian Burial - Church

Month View August 31, 2018

Mass

Friday, August 31, 8:00 AM

Every Thursday & Friday except holidays.
Helen Everett Mass of Christian Burial - Church

Friday, August 31, 11:00 AM

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4:00p Reconciliation

5:00p Mass

Month View September 1, 2018

Reconciliation

Saturday, September 1, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

The sacrament is available individually in the Reconciliation Room (located inside of the chapel).
Mass

Saturday, September 1, 5:00 PM

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9:00 Mass

11:00 Mass & Baptism

Month View September 2, 2018

Mass

Sunday, September 2, 9:00 AM
Mass & Baptism

Sunday, September 2, 11:00 AM

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Closed for Labor Day

Month View September 3, 2018

Closed for Labor Day

Monday, September 3

Our building will be closed on Monday, September 3, in observance of Labor Day. There will be a Mass at 9:00am at St. Peter’s Catholic Church (6730 Nicollet Ave S, Richfield).

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8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion

7:00p Choir Rehearsal - Church

Month View September 4, 2018

Morning Prayer & Communion

Tuesday, September 4, 8:00 AM

Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays
Choir Rehearsal - Church

Tuesday, September 4, 7:00 PM

Choir Season Starts
Bring a friend! Bring a relative! Or just bring yourself...it will be wonderful to sing together. New members are welcome, not audition is necessary. Choir rehearsal begins at 7:00 pm in the church. If you have any questions or comments, call music director Betsy Sullivan at 612-869-2426 ext 114, or send her an email at bsullivan@strichards.com.

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9:00 Lend a Hand Ministry - Tom's Office

11:00 Lectionary Scripture Study

12:15p Mass

1:00p Funeral Lunch Ministers' Meeting - Narthex

Month View September 5, 2018

Lend a Hand Ministry - Tom's Office

Wednesday, September 5, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Inviting all women and men who want to help with fun, small maintenance projects at the church on Wednesday mornings. This September, Lend A Hand members will enjoy fun projects, longer breaks (with better cookies) and improved working conditions! You can drop in to join us just once when you have free time, or come each week.
Lectionary Scripture Study

Wednesday, September 5, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

After a summer hiatus, we are resuming our weekly group on to explore the lectionary readings on Wednesday, September 5, at 11:00am. Anyone interested in joining our group can call Cleo at 612-920-3711 or email Susie Osacho via sosacho@strichards.com. Our first meeting of the season will be held in the Community Room.
Mass

Wednesday, September 5, 12:15 PM

12:15pm every Wednesday except holidays.
Funeral Lunch Ministers' Meeting - Narthex

Wednesday, September 5, 1:00 PM

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8:00 Mass

5:15p YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field

6:00p Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer

6:30p BTCS School Board Meeting - Community Room

Month View September 6, 2018

Mass

Thursday, September 6, 8:00 AM

In the chapel at 8:00am every Thursday & Friday (except holidays).
YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field

Thursday, September 6, 5:15 PM
Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer

Thursday, September 6, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

All are welcome for weekly evening prayer with the Community of Sant'Egidio, a lay Catholic movement centered on prayer, friendship, and service
BTCS School Board Meeting - Community Room

Thursday, September 6, 6:30 PM

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First Friday Day of Prayer

8:00 Mass

8:30 Eucharistic Adoration

12:00p Angelus

7:30p Ecumenical Taize Prayer

Month View September 7, 2018

First Friday Day of Prayer

Friday, September 7

8:00am Mass, followed by Eucharistic Adoration until 4:45pm Closing Prayer. 7:30pm Ecumenical Taizé closes the day.
Mass

Friday, September 7, 8:00 AM

Every Thursday & Friday except holidays.
Eucharistic Adoration

Friday, September 7, 8:30 AM - 4:45 PM

Come to the quiet and sit before our Lord. Let Him speak to your heart and you will be blessed. Prayer in the Presence of the Lord is open to all.
Angelus

Friday, September 7, 12:00 PM - 12:05 PM

Every weekday, the Angelus bells are rung at noon and all are invited to prayer to commemorate the Incarnation of Christ, the witness of the first disciple, Mary, and to be reminded to live by the words of our patron saint, Richard.
Ecumenical Taize Prayer

Friday, September 7, 7:30 PM

All are invited to experience this moving form of prayer centering around the psalms and periods of holy silence.

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4:00p Reconciliation

5:00p Mass

Month View September 8, 2018

Reconciliation

Saturday, September 8, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

The sacrament is available individually in the Reconciliation Room (located inside of the chapel).
Mass

Saturday, September 8, 5:00 PM

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9:00 Mass

9:30 Social Hall Grand Opening Breakfast

11:00 Mass & Children's Liturgy of the Word

1:00p Confirmation Information Session

Month View September 9, 2018

Mass

Sunday, September 9, 9:00 AM
Social Hall Grand Opening Breakfast

Sunday, September 9, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

To celebrate the remodeled Social Hall, all are invited to join us for a special egg breakfast (9:30am—12:30pm). You don’t need a ticket, but free will offerings will be gratefully accepted. We look forward to seeing you as we celebrate this milestone in Sharing Our Gifts—Building Our Future!
Mass & Children's Liturgy of the Word

Sunday, September 9, 11:00 AM

Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLW) is an opportunity for children 4 to 10 years old to experience God’s Word in an age-appropriate way. There is no need to register—all children are invited to join when Fr. Mark calls them forward at 11:00am Mass. We return after the homily to celebrate the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Parents are welcome to come along!
Confirmation Information Session

Sunday, September 9, 1:00 PM

Teens interested in the Sacrament of Confirmation are asked to join us with at least one parent. More details at www.strichards.com/confirmation.

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8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion

Month View September 10, 2018

Morning Prayer & Communion

Monday, September 10, 8:00 AM

Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays

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8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion

10:00 Prayer Shawl Ministry Gathering - Cove

7:00p Choir Rehearsal - Church

Month View September 11, 2018

Morning Prayer & Communion

Tuesday, September 11, 8:00 AM

Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays
Prayer Shawl Ministry Gathering - Cove

Tuesday, September 11, 10:00 AM

Throughout the year, lay ministry volunteers knit or crochet shawls and prayer squares for people who are ill, hospitalized, recently widowed, grieving, and in need of comfort and healing. Volunteers do most of the work at home and meet regularly for fellowship and prayer. The knitters and crocheters say prayers over the items while creating them, then each is blessed before passing it on to the recipient. Newcomers are welcome! Learn more at www.strichards.com/pastoral-care.
Choir Rehearsal - Church

Tuesday, September 11, 7:00 PM

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9:00 Lend A Hand Ministry

11:00 Lectionary Scripture Study

12:15p Mass with Blessed Trinity Students - Church

Month View September 12, 2018

Lend A Hand Ministry

Wednesday, September 12, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Inviting all women and men who want to help with fun, small maintenance projects at the church on Wednesday mornings. This September, Lend A Hand members will enjoy fun projects, longer breaks (with better cookies) and improved working conditions! You can drop in to join us just once when you have free time, or come each week.
Lectionary Scripture Study

Wednesday, September 12, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mass with Blessed Trinity Students - Church

Wednesday, September 12, 12:15 PM

12:15pm every Wednesday except holidays.

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8:00 Mass

5:15p YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field

6:00p Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer for the Sick

6:00p BTCS Preschool - Third Grade Parent Info Night

6:30p Faith Formation Commission - Conference Room

Month View September 13, 2018

Mass

Thursday, September 13, 8:00 AM

In the chapel at 8:00am every Thursday & Friday (except holidays).
YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field

Thursday, September 13, 5:15 PM
Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer for the Sick

Thursday, September 13, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

All are welcome for weekly evening prayer with the Community of Sant'Egidio, a lay Catholic movement centered on prayer, friendship, and service
BTCS Preschool - Third Grade Parent Info Night

Thursday, September 13, 6:00 PM
Faith Formation Commission - Conference Room

Thursday, September 13, 6:30 PM

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8:00 Mass

10:00 BTCS Serv-a-Thon Kick-Off - Social Hall

Month View September 14, 2018

Mass

Friday, September 14, 8:00 AM

Every Thursday & Friday except holidays.
BTCS Serv-a-Thon Kick-Off - Social Hall

Friday, September 14, 10:00 AM

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9:00 Worship Commission Meeting - Conference Room

3:30p Book Club: "Galileo’s Daughter” by Dava Sobel

4:00p Reconciliation

5:00p Mass

Month View September 15, 2018

Worship Commission Meeting - Conference Room

Saturday, September 15, 9:00 AM
Book Club: "Galileo’s Daughter” by Dava Sobel

Saturday, September 15, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Reconciliation

Saturday, September 15, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

The sacrament is available individually in the Reconciliation Room (located inside of the chapel).
Mass

Saturday, September 15, 5:00 PM

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9:00 Mass

10:00 Learn to Make the Most of Your Giving - Social Hall

11:00 Mass & Children's Liturgy of the Word

12:00p New Member Gathering - Community Room

Month View September 16, 2018

Mass

Sunday, September 16, 9:00 AM
Learn to Make the Most of Your Giving - Social Hall

Sunday, September 16, 10:00 AM

Parishioner and Certified Public Accountant Julie Kraus will give a presentation in the Social Hall between Masses. Julie will share information about IRAs, charitable giving and taxes advantages to make your giving dollars go further.
Mass & Children's Liturgy of the Word

Sunday, September 16, 11:00 AM

Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLW) is an opportunity for children 4 to 10 years old to experience God’s Word in an age-appropriate way. There is no need to register—all children are invited to join when Fr. Mark calls them forward at 11:00am Mass. We return after the homily to celebrate the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Parents are welcome to come along!
New Member Gathering - Community Room

Sunday, September 16, 12:00 PM

Everyone who has joined the parish in the past year is invited for continental breakfast and fellowship at 12:00noon in the Community Room. Members of our Parishioner Resources Commission and staff will be there to tell you about all of the opportunities to get more involved in our parish family! Please RSVP on Facebook or by calling the parish office at 612-869-2426.

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8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion

6:00p Fall Festival Planning Meeting - Conference Room

6:30p Catechist Training

Month View September 17, 2018

Morning Prayer & Communion

Monday, September 17, 8:00 AM

Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays
Fall Festival Planning Meeting - Conference Room

Monday, September 17, 6:00 PM
Catechist Training

Monday, September 17, 6:30 PM

Contact Susie Osacho for details

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8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion

6:00p Choir Pizza Party & Rehearsal - Community Room

6:00p Parish Pastoral Council Meeting

Month View September 18, 2018

Morning Prayer & Communion

Tuesday, September 18, 8:00 AM

Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays
Choir Pizza Party & Rehearsal - Community Room

Tuesday, September 18, 6:00 PM
Parish Pastoral Council Meeting

Tuesday, September 18, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

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11:00 Lectionary Scripture Study

12:15p Mass

1:00p Flu Vaccine Clinic

5:00p Loaves & Fishes - St. Stephen's Church, Minneapolis

7:00p Lego League Info Meeting - Community Room

Month View September 19, 2018

Lectionary Scripture Study

Wednesday, September 19, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Looking to better understand the Sunday readings? Join the Wednesday Morning Scripture group that meets in the Small Conference Room before 12:15pm Mass. Led by parishioner Cleo Markegard, the group uses award-winning biblical commentator Alice Camille’s God’s Word is Alive resource, a Lectionary workbook, and other reflection books to help you spiritually grow in understanding about our faith.
Mass

Wednesday, September 19, 12:15 PM

12:15pm every Wednesday except holidays.
Flu Vaccine Clinic

Wednesday, September 19, 1:00 PM - 2:30 AM

On Wednesday, September 19, we will have our annual flu vaccination clinic from 1:00-2:30pm in the Community Room. This opportunity is open to the public and is free with Medicare, as well as most major insurance plans. If you do not have insurance coverage for vaccinations, please contact Jolaine in the parish office by September 11 to arrange for assistance through our Helping Hands program. You may register for your vaccination online via https://tinyurl.com/StRFluShot. If you do not have a computer, call Homeland Health Specialists at 877-746-8060 to request an appointment at St. Richard. The vaccine is free with Medicare and most major insurance plans.
Loaves & Fishes - St. Stephen's Church, Minneapolis

Wednesday, September 19, 5:00 PM
Lego League Info Meeting - Community Room

Wednesday, September 19, 7:00 PM

All youth, ages 9-14, are invited to join us in the Community Room this Wednesday, September 19, at 7:00pm to learn about a new LEGO League opportunity. Bring your friends—they do not need to be parish members to participate! To join, please contact parishioner Riyan Mendonsa via riyanmendonsa@gmail.com or 716-485-3161.

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8:00 Mass

5:15p YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field

6:00p Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer

6:30p Finance Council Meeting - Conference Room

Month View September 20, 2018

Mass

Thursday, September 20, 8:00 AM

In the chapel at 8:00am every Thursday & Friday (except holidays).
YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field

Thursday, September 20, 5:15 PM
Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer

Thursday, September 20, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

All are welcome for weekly evening prayer with the Community of Sant'Egidio, a lay Catholic movement centered on prayer, friendship, and service
Finance Council Meeting - Conference Room

Thursday, September 20, 6:30 PM

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8:00 Mass

Month View September 21, 2018

Mass

Friday, September 21, 8:00 AM

Every Thursday & Friday except holidays.

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10:00 Craft-Making Party for our St. Richard's Country Store Booth

11:00 BTCS Jr Cub Soccer - Rec Field

2:30p Wedding Rehearsal - Church

4:00p Reconciliation

5:00p Mass

Month View September 22, 2018

Craft-Making Party for our St. Richard's Country Store Booth

Saturday, September 22, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Can’t wait until November for the festival fun? We will gather from 10am-1pm for simple crafting, with all supplies provided.
BTCS Jr Cub Soccer - Rec Field

Saturday, September 22, 11:00 AM
Wedding Rehearsal - Church

Saturday, September 22, 2:30 PM
Reconciliation

Saturday, September 22, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

The sacrament is available individually in the Reconciliation Room (located inside of the chapel).
Mass

Saturday, September 22, 5:00 PM

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9:00 Mass & Baptism

11:00 Mass & Children's Liturgy of the Word

12:00p Faith Formation Welcome Back Service & Celebration

Month View September 23, 2018

Mass & Baptism

Sunday, September 23, 9:00 AM
Mass & Children's Liturgy of the Word

Sunday, September 23, 11:00 AM

Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLW) is an opportunity for children 4 to 10 years old to experience God’s Word in an age-appropriate way. There is no need to register—all children are invited to join when Fr. Mark calls them forward at 11:00am Mass. We return after the homily to celebrate the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Parents are welcome to come along!
Faith Formation Welcome Back Service & Celebration

Sunday, September 23, 12:00 PM

All are invited to our celebration and service project! We will start with a potluck in the beautifully renovated Social Hall right after the 11:00am Mass.

After our meal together, we will assemble sandwich lunches as our #MercyWorks service project. Please see the lists in the narthex for the food donations that we need.

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8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion

6:00p Kitchen Meeting - Social Hall

6:00p Facilities Commission - Conference Room

Month View September 24, 2018

Morning Prayer & Communion

Monday, September 24, 8:00 AM

Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays
Kitchen Meeting - Social Hall

Monday, September 24, 6:00 PM
Facilities Commission - Conference Room

Monday, September 24, 6:00 PM

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8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion

7:00p Choir Rehearsal - Church

Month View September 25, 2018

Morning Prayer & Communion

Tuesday, September 25, 8:00 AM

Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays
Choir Rehearsal - Church

Tuesday, September 25, 7:00 PM

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9:00 Lend A Hand Ministry

11:00 Lectionary Scripture Study

12:15p Mass

1:00p End of Summer Blood Drive - Social Hall

6:00p Baptism Preparation Parent Session - Conference Room

Month View September 26, 2018

Lend A Hand Ministry

Wednesday, September 26, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Inviting all women and men who want to help with fun, small maintenance projects at the church on Wednesday mornings. This September, Lend A Hand members will enjoy fun projects, longer breaks (with better cookies) and improved working conditions! You can drop in to join us just once when you have free time, or come each week.
Lectionary Scripture Study

Wednesday, September 26, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mass

Wednesday, September 26, 12:15 PM

12:15pm every Wednesday except holidays.
End of Summer Blood Drive - Social Hall

Wednesday, September 26, 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM

After taking off the summer for Social Hall renovation, we will be hosting our next bi-monthly blood drive on Wednesday, September 26, from 1:00—7:00pm. You can pre-register at www.redcrossblood.org using sponsor code StRich or call 1-800-RED-CROSS.
Baptism Preparation Parent Session - Conference Room

Wednesday, September 26, 6:00 PM

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8:00 Mass

4:30p Bloomington-Richfield Grief Coalition – Community Room

5:15p YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field

6:00p Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer

Month View September 27, 2018

Mass

Thursday, September 27, 8:00 AM

In the chapel at 8:00am every Thursday & Friday (except holidays).
Bloomington-Richfield Grief Coalition – Community Room

Thursday, September 27, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Is it Grief, or Something More? by Mary Harlow
4:30-5:00pm Speaker
5:00-6:00pm Support Groups

Churches in the Bloomington-Richfield area are working together to provide free support and education for adults who are grieving the death of a loved one.
YMCA Summer Sports - Rec Field

Thursday, September 27, 5:15 PM
Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer

Thursday, September 27, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

All are welcome for weekly evening prayer with the Community of Sant'Egidio, a lay Catholic movement centered on prayer, friendship, and service

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8:00 Mass

Month View September 28, 2018

Mass

Friday, September 28, 8:00 AM

Every Thursday & Friday except holidays.

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4:00p Reconciliation

5:00p Mass

Month View September 29, 2018

Reconciliation

Saturday, September 29, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

The sacrament is available individually in the Reconciliation Room (located inside of the chapel).
Mass

Saturday, September 29, 5:00 PM

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9:00 Mass

9:30 Faith Formation Grades 1-8

9:30 Faith Formation Sessions

10:00 Coffee Shop - Social Hall

11:00 Mass & Children's Liturgy of the Word

12:00p Faith Formation - Confirmation Year 1

Month View September 30, 2018

Mass

Sunday, September 30, 9:00 AM
Faith Formation Grades 1-8

Sunday, September 30, 9:30 AM

Families meet in Community Room each week, then break out into grade groups.
Faith Formation Sessions

Sunday, September 30, 9:30 AM

Families meet in the Community Room at 9:30am, then students go to their grade-level class groups and the parent session continues in the Community Room.
Coffee Shop - Social Hall

Sunday, September 30, 10:00 AM

After a long, dry summer due to the renovation of the Social Hall, Coffee Shop will resume in the Social Hall. Join us for donuts, coffee, and fellowship with both long-time and new friends.
Mass & Children's Liturgy of the Word

Sunday, September 30, 11:00 AM

Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLW) is an opportunity for children 4 to 10 years old to experience God’s Word in an age-appropriate way. There is no need to register—all children are invited to join when Fr. Mark calls them forward at 11:00am Mass. We return after the homily to celebrate the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Parents are welcome to come along!
Faith Formation - Confirmation Year 1

Sunday, September 30, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Get to Know – Session #1

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8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion

Month View October 1, 2018

Morning Prayer & Communion

Monday, October 1, 8:00 AM

Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays

2

8:00 Morning Prayer & Communion

Month View October 2, 2018

Morning Prayer & Communion

Tuesday, October 2, 8:00 AM

Every Monday & Tuesday except holidays

3

11:00 Lectionary Scripture Study

12:15p Mass

Month View October 3, 2018

Lectionary Scripture Study

Wednesday, October 3, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mass

Wednesday, October 3, 12:15 PM

12:15pm every Wednesday except holidays.

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8:00 Mass

4:30p Bloomington-Richfield Grief Coalition – Community Room

6:00p Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer

Month View October 4, 2018

Mass

Thursday, October 4, 8:00 AM

In the chapel at 8:00am every Thursday & Friday (except holidays).
Bloomington-Richfield Grief Coalition – Community Room

Thursday, October 4, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

The Mind-Body Connection by Lorry Lundborg
4:30-5:00pm Speaker
5:00-6:00pm Support Groups

Churches in the Bloomington-Richfield area are working together to provide free support and education for adults who are grieving the death of a loved one.
Community of Sant'Egidio Evening Prayer

Thursday, October 4, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

All are welcome for weekly evening prayer with the Community of Sant'Egidio, a lay Catholic movement centered on prayer, friendship, and service

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First Friday Day of Prayer

8:00 Mass

8:30 Eucharistic Adoration

12:00p Angelus

7:30p Ecumenical Taize Prayer

Month View October 5, 2018

First Friday Day of Prayer

Friday, October 5

8:00am Mass, followed by Eucharistic Adoration until 4:45pm Closing Prayer. 7:30pm Ecumenical Taizé closes the day.
Mass

Friday, October 5, 8:00 AM

Every Thursday & Friday except holidays.
Eucharistic Adoration

Friday, October 5, 8:30 AM - 4:45 PM

Come to the quiet and sit before our Lord. Let Him speak to your heart and you will be blessed. Prayer in the Presence of the Lord is open to all.
Angelus

Friday, October 5, 12:00 PM - 12:05 PM

Every weekday, the Angelus bells are rung at noon and all are invited to prayer to commemorate the Incarnation of Christ, the witness of the first disciple, Mary, and to be reminded to live by the words of our patron saint, Richard.
Ecumenical Taize Prayer

Friday, October 5, 7:30 PM

All are invited to experience this moving form of prayer centering around the psalms and periods of holy silence.

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4:00p Reconciliation

5:00p Polka Mass & Celebration

Month View October 6, 2018

Reconciliation

Saturday, October 6, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

The sacrament is available individually in the Reconciliation Room (located inside of the chapel).
Polka Mass & Celebration

Saturday, October 6, 5:00 PM

We will celebrate the 5:00pm Mass Polka-style! Our own Susie Osacho and her sister, Donna, have developed an arrangement that follows the Revised Roman Missal, for a sacred and liturgically-correct way to honor a unique heritage. Plan to stay after Mass to enjoy food for purchase and dancing in the Social Hall.

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