Mass Moments (Part 1 – Sept-Nov 2024)
This fall, Fr. Eilen will be presenting teaching about the Mass and Eucharist during his homilies focusing on the Introductory Rites and the Liturgy of the Word (followed by an accompanying handout). The ritual words, signs, and actions of the Mass lead us into an encounter with Jesus Christ. What happened at the Last Supper is present and happening at each and every Mass!
View the handout corresponding with Father’s homily below:
September 15 Handout
For Further Reading
- What Happens at Mass – Introduction & Chapter 1
- Much of the content for this fall will be taken from a book called What Happens at Mass by Jeremy Driscoll. This book reflects deeply on each section of the Mass, so if you are interested in purchasing the book yourself for further analysis you can at, St. Patrick’s Guild, or on LTP. This book is $15; it can also be purchased on Amazon Prime. We will be simplifying and summarizing the key elements of the Mass from this book in the homily series and corresponding handouts this fall.
- Book For Children: The Sacred that Surrounds Us – $17 on Amazon Prime.
Video Resource List
- Talk by Fr. Mike Schmitz at the Eucharistic Congress – July 2024 – View
Overview of Synod Implementation
Year 1 (July 2023-June2024) focused on small groups. We will continue focusing on small group ministry throughout each year. Year 2 – this year (July 2024-June 2025) will focus on the Mass. Year 3 (July 2025-June 2026) will focus on Parents as Primary Educators.
Schedule for the Year (July 2024-June 2025)
Advent 2024 & Lent 2025
Later this year during Advent 2024, we will study and reflect on 33 Days to Eucharistic Glory by Matthew Kelly. This 33 Days to Eucharistic Glory book will be provided to parishioners. During Lent 2025, we will study and reflect on 7 Secrets of the Eucharist by Vinny Flynn.
Easter 2025
We will then have another series of homilies (and corresponding handouts) on the Mass during Easter 2025 leading up to Pentecost that will focus on the Liturgy of the Eucharist and the Concluding Rites within the Mass.
Other Opportunities to Enrich our Prayer & Understanding of the Eucharist
- Eucharistic Adoration at St. Mary’s – Wednesdays from 8:30 AM – 8 PM in the Notre Dame chapel. You can sign up for a weekly Holy Hour here and contact Ali Chalupski for more information: [email protected].
- Praise & Worship Concert at St. Mary’s – Friday, October 25 from 7-9 PM in the church. View
- Parish Lenten Mission at St. Mary’s – March 26-27 (in the evenings) – led by Susan Windley-Daoust – including talks, adoration, praise & worship music, and Mass.
Around the Archdiocese
Jesus’ Pilgrimage to Us: Holy Hours Around the Archdiocese
Every month, the faithful are invited to join in these holy hours at different locations throughout the Archdiocese. This time of communal prayer is to build unity in our local church and that more may come to know and love our Lord in the Eucharist. Find the schedule here
Seven Times a Day I Praise You
This lecture series is an excellent opportunity for you to experience the beauty of the “official” prayer of the Church and discover why this prayer has held such a profoundly important role in the lives of Catholics throughout history. This two-evening series will explain how to pray Liturgy of the Hours and teach you how to incorporate it into your daily life.
Cathedral of Saint Paul (7-9 PM)
Dates: Thursdays, Sept. 19 & Oct. 3
Online Registration – $50
St. John Neumann, Eagan (7-9 PM)
Dates: Thursdays, Nov. 7 & Nov. 21
Online Registration – $50
Fire on the Hill
On the third Saturday of each month, the 5:15 p.m. Saturday evening Mass at the Cathedral of St. Paul will be followed by a time of praise and worship. Prayer ministry will also be included for healing and prophetic encouragement. https://www.archspm.org/fire-on-the-hill/
Annual Candlelight Rosary Procession
As a public witness to our Catholic faith on Friday, October 4, come with family and friends to the annual Archdiocesan Candlelight Rosary Procession. Line up begins at 6:30 p.m. on the State Capitol grounds and the procession, will begin at 7 p.m. The event concludes at the Cathedral with Marian prayers, Eucharistic Adoration, and Benediction with Archbishop Hebda presiding. For more information visit
Tour of Orthodox Churches & Discussion on Byzantine Iconography
The art found in the architecture of many churches in our archdiocese is particularly beautiful and meaningful to the liturgy. Starting at the Basilica of St. Mary on Saturday, Nov 9, a guide will be giving tours of the basilica and other churches. https://www.archspm.org/tours-of-orthodox-churches-year-2-the-mass/
On Nov 17, Iconography Nick Markell will present on and lead a discussion about Byzantine Iconography. https://www.archspm.org/iconography-101-year-2-the-mass/
Masses around the Archdiocese
World Day of Migrants and Refugees, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, at the Basilica of St. Mary
Anniversary of the Dedication of the Cathedral of St. Paul, Monday, Oct. 14, 2024
