From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: Our most vulnerable sisters and brothers need our help RIGHT NOW. The Minnesota Senate is expected to vote as soon as this week on what’s called the “PRO Act.” Essentially, it’s a bill that works to enshrine into law an abortion regime that disregards prenatal life. Continue reading
Announcements
TAKE ACTION NOW: Urge MN Senate to vote NO on abortion bill
Minnesota Catholic Conference: Time is running out! Encourage your Senator to vote NO on the PRO Act Continue reading
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). Continue reading
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. Continue reading
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. Continue reading
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. Continue reading
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. Continue reading
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. Continue reading
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. Continue reading
Bishop Chairman Addresses Senate Vote on the Respect for Marriage Act
Source: United States Conference of Catholic Bishops On Tuesday, the U.S. Senate passed the Respect for Marriage Act (H.R. 8404). The bill, which first passed the U.S. House of Representatives in July, will codify the nationwide redefinition of marriage to include … Continue reading
Appointments – November 24, 2022
Archbishop Bernard Hebda has announced the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. View past appointments, by issue date, in The Catholic Spirit. Effective November 11, 2022 Reverend Weldit Tesfazgi Abay, in residence at the Queen of Peace … Continue reading
Seeking Totus Tuus Missionaries for Summer 2023
The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis is in need of college-age men and women with missionary hearts who are committed to their Catholic faith and feel called to share it with the youth (K-12) around the Archdiocese. Continue reading
Archbishop Hebda and Bishop Williams Invite All the Faithful to Read the Pastoral Letter, You Will Be My Witnesses
After three years of prayer and listening events with thousands of participants, small group meetings, video series, and a Synod Assembly with nearly 500 voting delegates, Archbishop Bernard Hebda released this “Christ the King” weekend his first pastoral letter. Entitled, You … Continue reading
Archbishop Hebda Releases Video Encouraging the Faithful to Vote November 8
Today, Archbishop Hebda released a video encouraging the Catholic faithful to vote in the upcoming election on or before Tuesday, November 8. Catholics can also inform their vote, hear interviews with candidates and find other resources on the Minnesota Catholic … Continue reading
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. Continue reading
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. Continue reading
Appointments – October 13, 2022
Archbishop Bernard Hebda has announced the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. View past appointments, by issue date, in The Catholic Spirit. Effective October 1, 2022 Deacon Eric Gunderson, assigned as permanent deacon of the Church of … Continue reading
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. Continue reading
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. Continue reading
Appointments – September 29, 2022
Archbishop Bernard Hebda has announced the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. View past appointments, by issue date, in The Catholic Spirit. Effective September 15, 2022 Reverend Michael Krenik, assigned as pastor of the Churches of Saint Frances … Continue reading