St. Michael Catholic Church

St. Michael Catholic Church · 11300 Frankfort Pkwy · St. Michael, Minnesota 55376 · Phone: 763-497-2745 Fax: 763-497-5273

Announcements

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2008 Fall Festival Information
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2008 Server Retreat - Twins Game Photos!
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2008 Golf Tournament Photos!
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Footsteps of Saint Paul with Jeff Cavins!
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2008-09 LIFT Registration Form
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Feast of the Archangels Conference 2008
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Pastoral Care

All Christians are called to participate in Our Lord Jesus Christ’s roles of King, Teacher and Shepherd (Pastor). As Shepherd, Jesus lovingly cares for his people. St. Michael offers many opportunities for people to share in this care with the love God has poured into our hearts by the Holy Spirit.

THE PRIESTS
Fr. Michael Becker, the pastor, and Fr. Michael Rudolph, the associate pastor, are ordained to serve all of God’s people in any way they can. Please feel free to call on them for a listening ear, prayer, counsel, the sacrament of confession and other spiritual help or with any questions. They can also point you to others who may be able to assist you. To reach them please call the parish office at 763-497-2745.

BeFRIENDER MINISTRY
We all go through tough times in this life. It may be grief at the death of a loved one, separation or divorce, loneliness, serious illness, hospitalization, being homebound, marriage difficulties, addictions, depression or financial problems. BeFrienders are dedicated lay people in the parish who care and are trained to listen and accompany people in the hard times. They can help bring peace into painful situations and refer to professional help when needed. If you would like a confidential visit from a BeFriender, or would like to volunteer, please call Fr. Rudolph at 763-497-2745.

SHARING AND CARING HANDS
Parishioners serve meals to the poor in Minneapolis.

THANKSGIVING AND CHRISTMAS BASKETS AND GIFTS
Parishioners, including schoolchildren, provide gifts to needy individuals, in part by way of Catholic Charities and Hanover Food Shelf. If you would like to help, or need help, call Deacon Don Becker at 763-428-2386.

A COMMUNITY CARING FOR LIFE
Parishioners support expectant mothers and their children by collecting items for them and supporting Total Life Care Centers.

PRAYER CHAIN
A network of parishioners prays for requests. The first person on the chain is Rose Becker. Her number is 763-428-2386.

SACRAMENTAL MINISTRY TO THE HOMEBOUND
The priests, deacons and extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion visit parishioners and others in nursing homes, hospitals and in their homes with the Sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and Anointing.

MARRIAGE PREPARATION
The priests meet with couples who are preparing for marriage to help them understand the meaning of sacramental marriage in God’s plan and the beautiful teachings of the Catholic Church about marriage and family life. The couple also fills out a FOCCUS inventory, which they go over with a married couple and one of the priests to learn more about the strengths and weaknesses in their relationship. Practical details of the wedding are also discussed. The goal of all the preparation is to help the couple to have a happy and successful marriage as God wishes it to be.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Several groups meet in the parish. Members accompany each other as they face issues related to Alcoholism.

HOUSE BLESSINGS
The priests are happy to come bless your home with the prayers of the Church and holy water.