“The Advocate, the Holy Spirit
whom the Father will send in my name,
will teach you everything
and remind you of all that I told you.”
                                                            (John 14:26)

Adult Education & Formation at All Saints

Our Next Date Night at All Saints will be Friday, May 18, 6:30-8:30 PM in the Dining Room. Come join us for a FUN night of inspiration, fellowship, and lots of laughs with ...Appetizers, Dessert, & Beverages (wine, pop...), and more video clips (different from last time) of a Christian comedian on the theme of “Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage”. Free-Will Offering. Childcare available (recommended $3 per child, $7 family max). To come, please RSVP by May 15 to Nicole at napattee@aol.com or 952-997-2560. For childcare, please contact Barb by May 15 at 952-431-2996. 

Summer Book Study Come join our study of a wonderful book written by James Martin, SJ called The Jesuit Guide to Almost Everything. We will meet for discussions on three Tuesday mornings (June 19, June 26, and July 10), 9:30-11:30 AM in the library (across hall from the parish offices). The cost, which includes the book, is $15. Childcare is available ($3/child/session with $7 max). To register, please contact Mike V. at mjvees@charter.net or 952-469-6480. Please register by June 8. Books need to be picked up ahead of time to prepare.

Tour the Holy Land Join our Associate Pastor, Fr. Jonathan Kelly on a Catholic Pilgrimage to the Holy Land October 16 -27, 2012. Contact Twin Cities Pilgrims at msppilgrims@charter.net or call (952) 356-9455 for a brochure or additional information. Registration deadline is Friday, July 6, 2012.

JustFAITH is a program of adult formation that addresses our tradition of biblical social justice, Catholic Social Teaching and the Church’s social mission in the world. The next JustFaith session will begin in the Fall of 2012. Click here for more details and who to contact. 

Adult Advisory - The purpose of this Advisory is to recognize that the spiritual journey is a life-long process. We aim to help provide a broad range of programs to serve the varying faith needs of our adult parishioners. In harmony with our Catholic faith, we seek to wisely use our available resources to offer effective adult programs in the areas of prayer, faith formation, Christian living, community life, and social justice.  

 

  • Adult Education Series - Usually two or three series on a variety of faith topics are offered during the school year, typically on Monday evenings. Various one-session events are also offered throughout the year.
    Bible Study – Through the school year the parish offers various Bible Study series that meet on Tuesday mornings and also on Thursday evenings. Sessions typically include a large group introduction, small group discussion, and a closing presentation. 
  • Book Clubs – Join other parishioners in enjoying a variety of good reading including novels, biographies, contemporary non-fiction and spiritual classics. The discussion groups are informal and enjoyable, and meet about once a month (choice of mornings or evenings).  
  • Emmaus Ministry – Emmaus is a parish-based ministry program begun in 1978 by Myrna Gallagher from the Archdiocese of Miami. The purpose of Emmaus is to build parish community by initially offering an Emmaus Experience - A Retreat for Women. It is an experience where women gather to be ministered to by other women.  
  • Graced and Gifted – A day set apart especially for women to be encouraged…informed…affirmed and refreshed. An all day session consisting of a keynote speaker and breakout sessions.  
  • Marriage Enrichment - Annually in February we host a Cana Dinner at a local venue off-site. This enjoyable evening includes: social time, meal, guest speaker, prayer, and dessert. Occasional other Date Night or marriage enrichment events are offered.  
  • Men’s Study Group – Meeting on the 1st and 3rd Sunday evenings of each month this program is open to men of all ages, married or single. It is a great opportunity to reflect on Scripture and the catechism as well as how to apply the Catholic faith to daily life.  
  • Ministry of Mothers Sharing - This outreach ministry of the Sisters of St. Benedict of St. Paul's Monastery gathers women for spiritual support. All women are welcome to this 8-week small group series that is offered here at All Saints various times during the year, usually in fall and winter. Through a process of personal and spiritual growth, women clarify their values, claim their own giftedness, and bring new strength to their family relationships and Christian community.  
  • RCIA - The RCIA process prepares adults for initiation sacraments, which are typically celebrated at the Easter Vigil Mass in the spring. Candidates and their sponsors meet together on many Tuesday evenings beginning in September and continuing to Easter.  
  • Retreats – Annually we have an Advent Retreat on a weekday evening that begins with a Mass, then continues with a talk and a prayer service followed by refreshments. Occasionally we have a Lenten or other retreat as well.