On Tuesday, September 28, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in Archangels Hall, all parishioners are invited to a potluck supper in anticipation of our patron saint’s feast day. Beverages will be provided and there will be crafts and games. This event is co-sponsored by the Adult FF Committee and Families in Action. For more information, please contact Laura Shupe at 952-447-2491, ext. 104, or lshupe@stmichael-pl.org.
Nationally renowned Catholic speaker Leisa Anslinger will address the members of the parish on the subject of “Stewardship as a Way of Life.” At the invitation of Fr. Sieg, she will be speaking at all weekend Masses on September 11 and 12. She will also host an afternoon conversation with parishioners on Sunday, September 12, at 2:00 p.m. in Archangels Hall on “Changing our lives by embracing stewardship.” All are invited and encouraged to attend. See more details on the flyer.
Did you know that the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis is engaged in a strategic planning process? This process will result in mergers and other structural changes in a significant number of parishes as well as a comprehensive set of strategic initiatives affecting all parishes and schools. The strategic planning process was launched in February 2009. Decisions regarding changes in parishes will be announced at Masses throughout the Archdiocese on the weekend of October 16/17.
Currently, there are 217 parishes within the Archdiocese, ten less than a decade ago. There are 98 schools within the Archdiocese, three less than a decade ago. Clustered parishes are also not a new concept. Right now, 25% of parishes within the Archdiocese are in a cluster relationship with one pastor serving two or more parishes. Nationally, the percentage of clustered parishes is higher. You can find out more about the archdiocesan planning process by visiting http://planning.archspm.org/
A FREE 2010 Parish Pictorial Directory is now available for all those who participated. They may be picked up at the Parish Office during normal office hours. We have a limited supply of extra directories available for purchase; cost is $15/directory.
Get involved with the St. Michael Music Ministry by joining the Adult Choir, Joyful Light Children’s Choir, Radiant Light Youth Choir or Teen Choir. Or if you play an instrument, share your gifts by playing at Mass! For more information, take a look at the Fall 2010 Music Ministry Flyer and visit the Music Ministry page.
Beginning August 15, a new Parish Office event scheduling & calendaring policy will take effect. To schedule an event or meeting in any rooms in the Church or Parish Office, or to make sure that an off-campus event gets put on the parish calendar, you must fill out a “Request to Schedule Form” that will be available at the Parish Office or online. Visit the Calendar & Facility Scheduling page for more information.
How did the Church develop? Why do today’s Catholics worship the way they do? Explore these and other questions in a new study on Friday mornings beginning September 10. Visit our Bible Study page for more information.
Director of High School Faith Formation/Youth Ministry
St. Michael would like to announce the opening of the Director of High School Faith Formation/Youth Minister position. Please read the job description and job qualifications. To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume to Mike Laughery, Business Administrator, at mlaughery@stmichael-pl.org or mail it to the Parish Office. Position open until filled.
