Announcements

Urge Your Legislators to Vote No on the PRO Act (H.F. 1 / S.F. 1)

The Minnesota State House and Senate are fast-tracking a bill that would further enshrine abortion into our state law and disregard the dignity of human life. Urge your legislators to vote no on the PRO Act (H.F. 1 / S.F. 1).

Statement Regarding Martin Jaques

From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: Martin Jaques was ordained a permanent deacon of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis in 2000. In May 2022, he was temporarily removed from ministry due to an allegation of offensive conduct with a minor in the early 2000s.

Pope Francis Names Rev. Michael John Izen Next Auxiliary Bishop of Saint Paul and Minneapolis

Pope Francis this morning named Father Michael John Izen, a priest of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, as an auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, assigning him the titular see of Newport.  

Memorial Mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda invites the faithful of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis and all people of good will to join him for a special Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.

Statements Regarding the Death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

From Archbishop Hebda: United in prayer with Pope Francis and the shepherds and faithful of the Universal Church, the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis mourns the passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, a faithful servant of Christ and his Church.

Statement Regarding Bishop-elect Patrick Neary, CSC

From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: It is with Advent joy and gratitude to Pope Francis that I congratulate Bishop-elect Patrick Neary, C.S.C., on his appointment as the next bishop of the Diocese of Saint Cloud.

Archbishop Hebda Invites All to Participate in Giving Tree

On the 30th anniversary of the Giving Tree by Catholic Charities, Archbishop Hebda extended a video invitation for all to join in supporting our neighbors in need at the Giving Tree at the Mall of America, December 17 & 18.

Statement of U.S. Bishops’ Pro Life Chairman on Church’s Teaching in Light of President’s Commitment to Codify a National Right to Abortion

Last week, President Biden stated that his top legislative priority after the midterm elections will be codifying a national right to abortion. Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life Activities, issued the following response emphasizing the teaching of the Catholic Church on upholding the dignity of human life.

Catholic Campaign for Human Development Taking Place November 19-20

On the weekend of November 19-20, parishes will be taking a collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD). Founded in 1970 by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, CCHD aids domestic anti-poverty organizations that support community and economic development programs nationally and locally.

Archdiocese to take up collection for hurricane relief

The Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis is joining a nationwide effort by U.S. bishops to provide relief to those suffering from the effects of Hurricane Ian and Hurricane Fiona. Archbishop Bernard Hebda is asking all parishes in the archdiocese to take up an emergency collection on or near the weekend of Oct. 8 and 9.

Election Statement from the Catholic Bishops of Minnesota

Catholics are called to be faithful citizens and to infuse public life with the values necessary to protect human dignity, combat injustice, and promote the common good.

Archdiocese Launches New Concierge Service for Clergy, Parish and School Staff

The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis today launched a new concierge service to more effectively and efficiently assist and support clergy, parish and school staff and those working at Catholic entities in the Archdiocese.

Statement Regarding Reverend Michael Ince

From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis has received an allegation that the Rev. Michael Ince abused a minor in the 1980s.

U.S. Bishops Release National Synthesis Outlining Common Themes Raised in Synod Listening Sessions

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has issued the National Synthesis of the People of God in the United States of America. The synthesis marks the completion of the Diocesan Phase of the 2021-2023 Synod: For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation, and Mission.

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