Through Christ's presence in the Eucharist, we are connected in solidarity with our brothers and sisters around the world. During this season of Lent our parish will explore this connection through our participation in Catholic Relief Services' Operation Rice Bowl.
Operation Rice Bowl invites us to: PRAY together. FAST in solidarity with those who are hungry. LEARN about the joys and challenges in the lives of our brothers and sisters around the world. GIVE sacrificial contributions to support those in need.

You Are Invited to a New Parishioner Evening on Sunday, March 21 following the 6:00 p.m. mass (7:15). Gather with others who are new to the parish to learn about parish history, ministry, liturgy, parish life and Holy Spirit Catholic School. There is time for questions and a tour of the facility. The evening ends with prayer, refreshments and socializing. RSVP to the church office.

Pancake Breakfast after Masses on March 21 is sponsored by the Holy Spirit Knights of Columbus The proceeds will benefit the joint Holy Spirit/Resurrection Youth Mission trip planned for this summer. Enjoy all you can eat pancakes, eggs, sausage, ham, muffins, coffee juice and milk, for just $3.50 for kids and $4.50 for adults. Breakfast is offered after the 8:15 am and 10:00 am Masses.

Soup & Stations: A Lenten Tradition begins Friday, February 19 and continues every Friday during Lent. Simple meatless meal at 5:30 pm followed by Stations of the Cross at 6:30 pm. All ages are welcome.

Annual Easter Plant sale sponsored by the Green Team is taking place after masses on March 6/7 and March 13/14 in the church narthex. Plant orders will be taken for personal and church use. Proceeds are used to restore and maintain the grounds at Holy Spirit.

Seder Meal offered for Senior Ambassadors on Wednesday, March 31, at 6:00 p.m. A Seder meal and prayer evening in the Emmaus Room at Holy Spirit. In anticipation of the Easter Triduum we will have the opportunity to pray the ancient prayers, listen to and tell the old stories, and help provide and partake of the Seder meal. Click here to learn more about this ritual. Seating is available for 30 Senior Ambassadors. Approx. cost is $15 per person. RSVP to George Fitterer at 271-2173 or 367-4955 by March 26.

JRLC Day on the Hill, Thursday, March 25: The Holy Spirit Social Justice Commission is organizing a car-pool to the Minnesota Capital to participate in the 2010 Day on the Hill sponsored by the Joint Religious Legislative Coalition (JRLC). The theme of the 2010 Day on the Hill is Justice We Pursue! (Deut. 16:18-20). Details here.

Save the Date for a "High Seas Expedition": Vacation Bible School will be June 21-25. Registration opens April 11.

TEC (Together Encounter Christ) offered March 27-29: A three day retreat for young people and adults ages 16 and up. Music, discussion, prayer, Scripture and more...details here.

Knights of Columbus Informational Open House featuring a free pizza and pop buffet will be held on March 18 at Valentino's pizza. All are welcome, attending does not imply any obligation to join. No RSVP necessary. Details here.

The Annual Diocesan Appeal: Rejoice in Hope was launched February 14. This appeal provides about one-third of the funds necessary to operate the diocese; supporting programs such as faith formation of seminarians, deacons and lay ministers; youth and family life programs; televised mass and the diocesan newspaper; and professional training for school leadership. Our parish goal in this year's appeal is $54,630. Please consider a gift that will help our parish and the diocese reach the goal which allows us to, together, build the Kingdom of God in our parishes and communities. Appeal envelopes are available in the church Narthex.

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