Episcopal Ordination of The Most Reverend Michael John Izen

Date(s): Tuesday, April 11
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Cathedral of Saint Paul, Saint Paul
More Information: Learn more about Bishop-elect Izen
Livestream: Watch on the Cathedral’s Facebook page

On Thursday, January 5, 2023, Pope Francis named Father Michael Izen, a priest of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, as Titular Bishop of Newport and Auxiliary Bishop of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.

Join in the ordination of Bishop-elect Izen Tuesday, April 11, 1 p.m. at the Cathedral of Saint Paul, or watch via livestream on the Cathedral of Saint Paul’s Facebook page. The ordination also will be carried live on Metro Cable Channel 6 (on cable and online) and broadcast live on Relevant Radio 1330AM. A reception will follow.

A DVD of the ordination may be purchased from TownSquare TV by calling 651-352-6100. Cost is $22.40. To order online: https://townsquare.tv/order-shows

Find details on the ordination and related events below. Please join in praying for our new auxiliary bishop!

Learn more about Bishop-elect Izen.

Livestream Ordination Event

Cannot attend in person? Join us online:

The ordination will be livestreamed Tuesday, April 11, 1 p.m. on the Cathedral of Saint Paul’s Facebook page. It will also be carried live on Metro Cable Channel 6 (on cable and online), and broadcast live on Relevant Radio 1330AM.

Ordination Details and Events

Click each event below to view details.

Pre-Vespers Dinner - Monday, April 10 (Invite Only)

Invitees received an invitation with RSVP link an details via email. 

Vespers - Monday, April 10 (Open to the Public)

Monday, April 10, 2023
Church of St. Michael, Stillwater

Vespers will begin at 7 p.m. and will include the Profession of Faith, Oath of Fidelity, and Blessing of Pontifical Insignia.

Invitees may join Bishop-elect Izen for a reception immediately following Vespers.

Brunch - Tuesday, April 11 (Invite Only)

Invitees received an invitation with RSVP link an details via email. 

Episcopal Ordination - Tuesday, April 11 (Open to the Public)

Tuesday, April 11, 2023
1 p.m.
Cathedral of Saint Paul, Saint Paul

All are invited to the Episcopal Ordination of the Most Reverend Michael John Izen
as Titular Bishop of Newport
and Auxiliary Bishop of Saint Paul and Minneapolis

Schedule and Details:
Rosary at 11:50 a.m.
Prelude at 12:30 p.m.
Procession Begins at 12:45 p.m.
Mass Begins at 1 p.m.

All clergy are urged to arrive before 12:30 p.m. and go directly to their vesting areas. Signs and ushers can help with directions.

  • Bishops will vest in the Cathedral Rectory and are asked to bring an alb and white miter; a chasuble and stole will be provided.
  • Priests will vest in Hayden Hall in the undercroft of the Cathedral and are asked to bring an alb and white stole.
  • Deacons will vest in the Ryan Room and are asked to bring an alb and white stole.

All other guests are kindly asked to be seated by 12:45 p.m., at which time the liturgical procession will begin.

A public reception will follow. No RSVP is required for the general public.

Parking

Parking in the main Cathedral lot is limited. Guests are free to park on neighborhood streets. Please follow all posted parking regulations. Neither the Cathedral nor the Archdiocese is responsible for any consequences of not following parking regulations.

Paid parking is available at the Minnesota History Center and at Saint Paul College.

Minnesota History Center
345 W. Kellogg Blvd.
St. Paul, MN 55102

Saint Paul College
235 Marshall Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55102

Post-Ordination Dinner - Tuesday, April 11 (Invite Only)

Invitees received an invitation with RSVP link via email. Watch for details to come.

Masses of Thanksgiving (Open to the Public)

Sunday, April 16, 2023
Church of St. Mary, Stillwater

Mass will take place at 8 a.m., followed by a public reception in the Upper Hall after Mass.

Sunday, April 16, 2023
Church of St. Michael, Stillwater

Mass will take place at 11 a.m., followed by a public reception in Rose Hall after Mass.

Saturday, April 29
Church of Saint Raphael, Crystal

Mass will take place at 5:30 p.m.

Ticketed Saint Raphael Catholic School Gala follows Mass.

Sunday, April 30
Church of Saint Timothy, Maple Lake

Mass will take place at 10 a.m., followed by a public reception and celebration following Mass. No RSVP required.

Sunday, August 27
Church of Saint John Vianney, Fairmont

Mass at 11:00 AM

Public reception and celebration following Mass. No RSVP required.

Book Your Stay

Out of town guests attending the ordination are invited to stay at the Saint Paul Hotel using a special block rate. Follow the steps under “Booking Details” below to book your stay.

Booking Details

For reservations at the Saint Paul Hotel:

  1. Call the hotel directly at 651.292.9292 and reference the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.
  2. Email reservations@saintpaulhotel.com with dates of stay and reference the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.
  3. Book online at www.saintpaulhotel.com using group code 41023ARCH.
    1. Visit the website.
    2. Select dates of stay.
    3. Under “RATE TYPE” select “I have a code,” and then “Group/Block.”