“What does it take to save a life?” Join us for dinner and a speaker on Thursday, November 7 at 6:00 PM in Kohler Hall. Dinner is complimentary but there will be an opportunity to make a financial gift to support the Center. RSVP before November 1 to Lisa McLaughlin at 612-314-9388 or lmclaughlin@womenslifecarecenter.org.
Small Groups Connect with friends; grow in faith. Gather in a group of your making (or we can help you make a group) and talk about what it means to be a young Christian in the world today. Parents (and youth) are invited to learn more on Wednesday, November 6, 6:45 PM at the Parish Life Center. We will answer questions like—How do I invite people to my group? Who will lead discussions? Where and when will we meet? Come and hear more.
Mission Trip: Catholic Workcamp Come fly away to Woonsocket, Rhode Island, July 19-25, 2020 to serve those in need, to grow in faith with fellow Catholics and connect with friends and other youth from St. Mary’s. Mission Trip Information Meeting, Monday, October 28, 6:30 PM at the Parish Life Center. Parents and youth should attend to learn more details and to answer questions you have.
AYD19 at St. Thomas Academy – Saturday, November 16, 12:30-9:30 PM. FREE Event!
Get Connected to High School Ministry – Email fusedhsm@stmarys-wbl.org or text @fusedhsm to 81010 to connect to Fused High School Ministry at St. Mary of the Lake.
The annual collection of Christmas gifts for the two mission churches in Beattyville and Pikeville, KY will begin soon. We collect new unwrapped gifts for men, women and children of every age and size. Coats, blankets and items for older children are especially needed. Please visit the display in the Gathering Space for information and suggestions or call Connie, 651-429-9402.
Youth going into fourth grade and older are invited to serve the parish as altar servers. We will have a training session Wednesday, August 14 at 12:30 pm. Call the parish office to sign up or email mbjambor@stmarys-wbl.org.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We are looking for adult and youth volunteers to be part of our trained staff.
Please email Lizbeth, our coordinator at lcastro-torres@stmarys-wbl.org for information on volunteering, or call the Faith Formation office at 651-429-7771.
All youth 9th grade and older and adult chaperones are welcome to be a part of the High School Mission Trip, a life-changing faith and service experience. Applications, calendars and FAQs are on the Workcamp page.
Registration is a;ways open! We get to know each other over the year and create lasting bonds on the Mission Trip. Not sure if the Mission Trip is for you? Want to know all the details? Contact Justin Kelly to learn more about the Mission Trip. Don’t forget friends are welcome to join us! jkelly@stmarys-wbl.org or 651-429-7771
The Choir returns after its summer hiatus! Weekly Thursday night practices begin in September. The Choir sings at the 9:00 AM Mass most Sundays, through May.
If you are interested in singing with the Choir, please contact Liz Racine.
Complete a registration card, letting us know your preferences for meeting time and type of group that interests you. Some examples of groups forming are: Mens, Womens, Couples, Couples with young adults, and groups are forming by geographical location too! If you do not have a preference, we will match you to a group.
Once groups are formed, you will hear from the team and group leader about your meeting date, location and time. Materials will be given out at the first small group gathering. There is no cost.
The Youth Group is for High Schoolers. It focuses on discussing the things youth want to talk about. Youth Group usually meets in the Youth Room at the Parish Life Center. The next gathering is Sunday, January 13, 6:00-7:30 PM. We will meet to talk, play some games and enjoy a snack. No registration required! Show up when you can and bring a friend!