Announcements

Nationwide Invitation to Prayer for the End of Abortion and for the Protection of Women and Pre-Born Children

Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, and president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), and Bishop Michael F. Burbidge of Arlington, chairman of the USCCB’s Committee on Pro-Life Activities have announced a nationwide invitation to prayer beginning on March 25 (the eve of the oral arguments), through June 2024, when the court’s decision is expected. Continue reading

Appointments – March 7, 2024

Archbishop Bernard Hebda has announced the following appointment in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis: Effective February 20, 2024 Deacon Del Wilkinson, granted the status of a retired deacon. Deacon Wilkinson has been serving the Archdiocese as a deacon since … Continue reading

Catholic Sisters Week 2024

For Catholic Sisters Week 2024, we will be celebrating our religious sisters with a seven-part series of short videos: Everything You Wanted to Know About Catholic Sisters – But Were Afraid, or Didn’t Know Who, to Ask! We invite you to watch for these videos to be posted March 8-14. Continue reading

Companions of Christ Heading North

Archbishop Bernard Hebda has agreed to loan three members of the Companions of Christ to the Diocese of Crookston for a limited period. Please see his letter shared below with his brother priests for further details about who is heading north, their important mission, and how long the men will be assisting. Continue reading

Appointments – January 11, 2024

ARCHBISHOP BERNARD HEBDA HAS ANNOUNCED THE FOLLOWING APPOINTMENT IN THE ARCHDIOCESE OF SAINT PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS.
EFFECTIVE FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Deacon Russ Shupe, granted status of a retired deacon. Deacon Shupe has been serving as a deacon in the Archdiocese since his ordination in 1991, most recently at the Church of Saint Michael in Farmington. Continue reading

9 Days for Life novena

9 Days for Life is the U.S. Catholic bishops’ annual novena surrounding the Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children. Each day’s intention is accompanied by a short reflection and suggested actions to help build a culture of life. Click here to sign up and see the full novena at respectlife.org.  Continue reading

Statement Regarding the Status of Archbishop John Nienstedt

January 5, 2024 – From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: Since I arrived in this Archdiocese in 2015, I have often been asked for clarification on the status of my predecessor, Archbishop John Nienstedt, who had been under investigation for certain decisions made during his tenure as Archbishop and also regarding allegations of inappropriate conduct with both minors and adults. Continue reading

Statement Regarding Pastoral Blessings

From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: In these last days of Advent, we are reminded of the amazing love that prompted God the Son to take on human flesh. While the Child Jesus found exceptional welcome, love and support from Mary and Joseph, we cannot deny that he was born at a time and place that epitomized the very messiness of human life. Continue reading

Appointments – November 8, 2023

Archbishop Bernard Hebda has announced the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. Effective September 28, 2023 Reverend Francisco Pérez Colunga, C.Ss.R., assigned as missionary in residence at the Church of Saint Alphonsus in Brooklyn Center. Father Perez … Continue reading

Immersion Trip to Diocese of Mandeville, Jamaica

This trip is a unique opportunity to travel to the mountains of Jamaica to encounter the people of the Diocese of Mandeville. We will immerse ourselves in the culture and activities of the diocese. Continue reading