Adult Formation Programs
The Church requires all parents to be registered in the parish and to attend a baptism class. The baptism class is held at Saint Patrick’s.
You do not have to wait until your child is born, we encourage you to attend this class as early in your pregnancy as possible. Please call the parish office at 763.753.2011 for more information or for registrations in a baptism class.
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Baptism Class Saturdays at 10:00 AM |
Sacrament of Baptism Saturdays at 10:00 AM |
Sacrament of Baptism Sundays at 12:30 PM |
| March 3, 2012 | March 10, 2012 | March 25, 2012 |
| No April Class | April 14, 2012 | April 22, 2012 |
| May 5, 2012 | May 12, 2012 | May 27, 2012 |
| June 2, 2012 | June 9, 2012 | June 24, 2012 |
| July 7, 2012 | July 14, 2012 | July 22, 2012 |
| August 4, 2012 | August 11, 2012 | August 26, 2012 |
| August 25, 2012 | September 15, 2012 | September 23, 2012 |
| October 6, 2012 | October 13, 2012 | October 28, 2012 |
| November 3, 2012 | November 10, 2012 | November 25, 2012 |
| December 1, 2012 | December 8, 2012 | December 23, 2012 |
SOLID GROUNDS BIBLE STUDY
THURSDAY MORNINGS
In 2001, a small group of parishioners here at the Church of St. Patrick gathered to share their common interest in learning more about sacred scripture. A few of those charter members, as well as several others who have joined us over the years, continue to meet in what is now known as the Solid Grounds Bible Study—aptly named for the freshly brewed coffee that is provided at every meeting.
Our morning Bible study group kicks off in September and runs until May. We meet approximately every other Thursday morning right here at the Church of St. Patrick from 9-11AM. Every year we focus on one book of the Bible. During our 2011-2012 season, we will be studying St. Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians. There is no fee for the class, but each participant is responsible for the cost of the books used in our study. Our meetings are guided discussions and all members are encouraged to participate by preparing through personal home study and contributing in our group discussion.
In addition to our scripture study, last year we elected to reserve the last portion of our meeting to begin a study of the United States Catholic Catechism for Adults. It was a hit, so we plan to continue that effort again this year.
While our objective is to learn more about scripture by studying it in its historical and cultural context, our ultimate objective is to strengthen our spiritual character and grow in the light of God’s loving message of Salvation.
The Book of James
This will be a 10 week study, beginning on Thursday, January 26, and going through March 29. Location will be in Kennedy Hall. Scheduled time for each session is 6:30-8:30 pm.
Larry Von Mosch will be leading the study. If you would be willing to facilitate a small discussion group, please contact Larry at 612.636.0522.
A Quick Journey Through the Bible
This will be a 8 week study, beginning on Thursday, January 26 and going 
through March 15. Location will be in Kennedy Hall. Scheduled time for each session is 6:30 - 8:30 pm.
For more information please contact Larry Von Mosch at 612.636.0522.
STOP WORRYING ABOUT MONEY,
AND START YOUR JOURNEY TO FINANCIAL PEACE TODAY!
Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University is a 13 week class designed to show you how to dump your debt and begin building wealth. The class includes information about savings, debt, insurance, planning for retirement, and much more. Over one million families have attended Financial Peace University. On average, these families paid off $5,300 in debt and saved $2,700 in just the first 90 days!
The Church of St. Patrick hosts two sessions of Financial Peace University—one in January and the second in September. Classes meet one night each week from 6:30-8:30 PM. Visit the FPU website at: http://www.daveramsey.com/fpu/home/, but save money by ordering your materials through our parish.
The cost is $100/family which includes all required class materials and a lifetime membership that allows you to take the class again—anywhere and as many times as you like!
For more information email Sara at sara@sauer-cpa.com or call 763.413.3390
The Light Weigh is a 12-week Bible Study and video series designed for groups, where you and other members learn to eat the food you enjoy in moderations.
Free Orientation Session - January 7, 2012 at 9:30 am at St Patrick's
Classes starting January 14, 2012 at St Patrick's from 9:30 - 11:00 am.
Welcome!
St. Patrick’s Catholic Church is happy to assist you as you prepare to celebrate the Sacrament of Matrimony. The Sacrament of Matrimony is for a lifetime. The wedding is only for a day. That is why I put great emphasis on providing the best marriage preparations possible through personal meetings, classes and faith formation opportunities. I want you to be as spiritually prepared as you can be before receiving this sacrament.
For many details of the wedding we provide a booklet at our first meeting that you can go through at your leisure. I hope this will be of assistance to you and answer the questions you have. If there are further questions, please feel free to contact me.
May God bless you in this journey!
Fr. David Blume, Pastor, St. Patrick’s
763.753.2011
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, or RCIA is the process through which men and women who have an interest in the Roman Catholic faith may explore the possibility of becoming Catholic. Through a series of rites conducted in the context of learning about the faith and spiritual formation, participants journey through to full initiation into the Roman Catholic Church.
Who may participate in the RCIA?
- Those who have never been baptized.
- Those who have been baptized in another Christian denomination but would like to join the Roman Catholic Church.
- Those who were baptized Catholic but have received little or no instruction and now wish to prepare for Eucharist and/or Confirmation.
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is a communal process, and so we invite all to pray for those among us who are discerning entrance into the faith.
Lord, we pray for all those who journey to you.
Strengthen their faith.
Open their hearts to the fullness of your love.
Deepen their understanding.
Set their hearts afire for the kingdom.
We ask this through Jesus, who is the Way, the Truth,
and the Life for all. Amen.
RCIA meets weekly on Tuesdays, September through Easter. Classes are held at Saint Patrick's from 7:00 – 8:30 PM. There is no cost to participate, but participation requires the following:
- Attendance at weekly gatherings
- Attendance at Sunday Mass
- Participation in the rituals/events that mark key points during the RCIA process
It is the role of the RCIA team and the entire parish to give opportunities for prayer, witness, spiritual formation and service to shape the journey of those who are seeking to become fully incorporated into the Body of Christ, the Church. To restore the spirit of early Christianity, the RCIA process emphasizes conversion as a participation in the passion, death, and resurrection of Christ.
For more information or to register in the RCIA program at Saint Patrick’s, please call Mike Franchino at 763.434.4754 or the parish office at 763.753.2011. You may also fill out the contact form
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VIRTUS training is an awareness session which better equips adults to protect children and vulnerable adults in the world around them. Safe environment training has been given to over 100,000 children, parents, employees, teachers, volunteers and clergy. Virtus training is required for all parish volunteers who are in regular or unsupervised contact with children under the age of 18.
Note: All catechists or volunteers (18 years and older) working with children under the age of 18 must attend a VIRTUS session, complete a background check, and sign a code of conduct.
Periodic sessions are held at St. Patrick’s. Sessions are announced in the bulletin so please watch for these announcements. There are many sessions scheduled at other area churches if the dates here at St. Patrick’s do not fit into your schedule. Each session lasts approximately 3 hours.
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