Announcements

Appointments – June 16, 2022

Statement of USCCB President on Twenty Years Since Passage of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People

This June marks twenty years since the Catholic bishops of the United States gathered in Dallas, Texas to draft and pass the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People in their commitment to address the issue of clergy sexual abuse. Marking this moment, Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) issued the following statement.

Statement Regarding Appointment of Bishop Robert Barron to Diocese of Winona-Rochester

From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: It is with deep joy, and gratitude to Pope Francis, that I welcome the news of the appointment of Bishop Robert Barron as the next bishop of the Diocese of Winona-Rochester.

Statement Regarding Texas School Murders and Safe Schools Legislation

From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: In the aftermath of Tuesday's horrific shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, the Catholic bishops of Minnesota have asked Governor Walz and legislative leaders from both parties to call for a special session to pass Safe Schools legislation that stalled during the recently-ended 2022 Session.

Archdiocese Launches Vatican Synod Survey

MCC Action Alert: Ask Legislators to Keep Nonpublic School Students in Mind

Legislative leaders and Gov. Walz have reached a budget and tax agreement about how to spend the state surplus, which includes one billion dollars in new education funding. It is urgent that you contact your legislators to ensure that the funding proposals below for nonpublic school students get included in the final legislation!

Statement Regarding Indian Boarding School Report

From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: As a bishop in Minnesota, I read with sadness the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative report released today by the U.S. Department of the Interior. It is an important first step in what I anticipate will be a painful but necessary journey for our country and for our Church. While the report deserves a closer review in conjunction with other leaders in our state, please allow me to make a few preliminary comments, including information about the relationship building and records-review efforts already underway in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.

Faithful Invited to Fast and Pray the Rosary on Friday in Midst of Tensions Over Leaked Draft Supreme Court Opinion

Statement Regarding Deacon Martin Jaques

The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis has opened an investigation after receiving an allegation that Deacon Martin Jaques, a retired deacon of the Archdiocese, engaged in offensive conduct with a minor in the early 2000s. The Archdiocese notified law enforcement, which declined to further investigate the case.

GRATITUDE Campaign Supports Byrne Residence for Retired Priests

Statement Regarding Leaked Draft in Dobbs Case

From the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis: Archbishop Hebda will comment when the Supreme Court releases its official ruling

Divine Mercy Celebrations 2022

Looking for local Divine Mercy celebrations? See a line-up by location at TheCatholicSpirit.com.

Appointments – March 24, 2022

Archbishop Bernard Hebda has announced the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.

COVID-19 Restrictions to be Lifted April 1

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), tracking COVID pandemic trends, now classify the Twin Cities area with a Community Level Risk of “Low.” It is still important be fully vaccinated, practice good hygiene, keep indoor spaces well ventilated, and (when showing symptoms) isolate and get tested. However, urging all to wear masks, keep social distance, and avoid large gatherings is no longer required. Consequently, as of Friday, April 1, 2022, the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis is rescinding all pandemic restrictions for liturgical celebrations.  

Watch Livestream of Pope Francis’ Consecration of Ukraine and Russia to the Immaculate Heart of Mary

On Friday, March 25, Pope Francis will preside at the Celebration of Penance in Saint Peter's Basilica in which he will consecrate Ukraine and Russia to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. EWTN will broadcast this event live at 11 a.m. Central. Watch the livestream in English and Spanish.

Local Holy Hour and Consecration of Ukraine and Russia  

Archbishop Bernard Hebda invites the faithful of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, priests, deacons, consecrated women and men and all people of good will to join him and Bishop Joseph Williams at 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 25 at the Cathedral of Saint Paul for a special Holy Hour and Consecration.

Solemnity of the Annunciation

Friday, March 25 is the solemnity of the Annunciation — an important feast day — so there is no obligation to abstain from meat that day. Find out more about this solemnity.

Appointments – March 10, 2022

Archbishop Bernard Hebda has announced the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.

Archbishop Grants Dispensation Under Certain Conditions for Evening Prior to Solemnity of Saint Joseph

Archbishop Hebda has granted a dispensation from the obligation of abstinence of meat the evening of  Friday, March 18, for those who begin their celebration of the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Husband of Mary (March 19) that evening under the following conditions.

Bishop Chairmen Commend Life-Affirming Provisions in Budget Agreement

“We applaud Congress for including provisions in the omnibus appropriations package that uphold the sacred dignity of human life and will support and assist many vulnerable people here and abroad."

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