"Once I tried to read a cookbook put out in the 1920s by a parish in Shakopee. I was told it was simple and easy to understand, and I was excited to finally learn something about cooking. But as I studied it, my enthusiasm took on water like the Titanic..." Click the photo to read the full message from Father John this week, and read past weekly messages from him.

Because the sacrament of Healing of the Sick cannot be given in the church setting this year as we usually do in January, Father John will offer a special blessing for healing during Mass on January 16th and 17th.

Check out these virtual “events” provided to you by the archdiocese Synod committee in response to what was heard at the Prayer and Listening Events. Coming up next is "How to Pray" (online starting January 6) and "Faith and Culture Series" (online starting January 20.)

Do you have questions about the morality of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine once available? Click the title above for links to information from the USCCB and the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis pertaining to this issue.

Are you thinking about attending Mass for the first time since the pandemic started? Click the picture to the left to find out what you need to know.

Parishioners across the Archdiocese are invited to participate in a prayer ministry for those affected by COVID-19. Receive a text message each time an anointing corps priest is dispatched to give the Last Rites to a COVID-19 patient, or receive daily texts of those health care workers who have requested our prayers. Click here for more information.

A vigil candle signifies a prayer coming into the light of God. Even as we go about our daily lives, the candle remains lit and symbolizes our desire to remain present to the Lord in prayer. During this time that our church is not open, you may send us a request to light a votive candle on your behalf. Call the parish office at 507-744-2823 or send an email to mhtveseli@gmail.com. Offerings are $0.25 for a 24-hour candle, and $2 for a 7-day candle. You need not pay right away, we will keep track and send you a statement later.

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Mark your calendar for the Ho-Down on Sunday, Aug. 18! Parishioners, click here to see what is going on for the Ho-Down.

Support Joe Horejsi at a benefit on Saturday, Feb. 16 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Holy Cross School. Joe was diagnosed with Lyme disease in 2017. The financial burden is insurmountable due to his inability to work and many doctor visits. Come to the benefit and enjoy a hot dog, a silent auction and a visit with friends! If you cannot attend but would like to support, you may donate by clicking the link above or send a donation to the parish office and we will get to the family.

Please prayerfully consider a pledge to the Catholic Services Appeal. Donations can be made online at http://csafspm.org/. Thank you for responding to the Gospel call to serve the poor, support life, strengthen faith and transform lives by God’s grace!

Come on down the the church basement after 9 a.m. Mass on Sunday, Feb. 3 for coffee and donuts! Free-will offering

The Annual meeting of the Men’s Club will be in the church basement on Sunday, Jan. 27 at 7:30 p.m. Please come to help us plan our pancake breakfast, our big fundraiser for the church. Thank you!

Come play BINGO on Sunday, Feb. 10 at 1 p.m. in our church basement! Group 1 will entertain with Rick and Cathy Bartusek and Mike and Kayla Bartusek as co-chairs. $5/card for the afternoon; $0.25/tear sheet. There will be door prizes and a free lunch – bring the family for a fun and laid-back Sunday afternoon!

The Sacrament of the Sick will be offered during Masses on January 19/20 after the reading of the Gospel. All are invited to receive it and to share in its graces. This Sacrament should be understood as a prayer to the Holy Spirit for all conditions of suffering, as well as only physical illness.

The next meeting of the parish council will be at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 21. The agenda is posted in the church entrance.