Sacred Heart

In moments of deep trial, when human remedies seem to fail, the light of divine hope shines brightest through the patronage of the faithful Apostle of impossible causes. Known for his powerful intercession and steady guidance, he stands as a compassionate companion for every soul facing overwhelming challenges, reminding us that no burden is too heavy when placed in the hands of God. May his enduring legacy inspire us to trust unwaveringly in the Lord’s providence, finding in every trial a renewed promise of grace, healing, and victory.

Recorrer el mundo llevando el mensaje de Cristo no fue para San Juan Pablo II solo una misión, sino un testimonio vivo de que la fe puede transformar el corazón de la humanidad. Su vida entera, marcada por el perdón, la defensa de la dignidad humana y un abandono filial a la Santísima Virgen, nos recuerda que el amor de Dios es una fuente inagotable de fortaleza capaz de renovar cualquier historia. Al meditar en los días de esta novena en su honor, entregamos nuestras batallas, familias e intenciones a su amorosa intercesión. Pedimos que su legado nos guíe para construir puentes de paz, abrazar el Evangelio con ardor y caminar cada día con la certeza de que nunca estamos solos.

In October, as we dedicate this month to the Holy Rosary, every prayer becomes a gentle invitation to pause, breathe, and rest our souls in the presence of God. Walking hand in hand with our Blessed Mother, we place our days and worries into her care, discovering in this simple devotion a quiet sanctuary from the noise of the world. As we pray this Rosary, we entrust our deepest joys, trials, and silent intentions into the Immaculate Heart of Mary. We ask her motherly intercession to draw us ever closer to Jesus, granting us the grace to live each day with steady faith, humility, and inner peace.

La vida de Carlo Acutis es un faro de luz que nos recuerda que la santidad es posible hoy, en medio de la juventud, la tecnología y la cotidianidad de nuestro tiempo. Con su fe sencilla y su amor apasionado por la Eucaristía —a la que llamaba su autopista al cielo—, Carlo nos enseña a no ser fotocopias de las modas del mundo, sino versiones originales del amor de Dios, usando cada talento para iluminar a los demás. Pedimos que su ejemplo nos inspire a poner a Jesús en el centro de nuestras vidas y a caminar hacia la eternidad con un corazón alegre, auténtico y lleno de esperanza.

Sun 8am: Mass | Mon 8am: Mass | Tue 6pm: Youth Group Meeting | Thu 7pm: Choir Practice | Fri 5pm: Adoration

Oct 31: All Saints Day Mass at 5pm | Nov 2: All Souls Day Memorial Mass at 6:30pm

Join the St. Rose of Lima Rosary Group on Thursday, October 15th from 9-11am in Xavier Hall to make rosaries.

On November 1, during the 8:30am Mass, we will remember those who have passed away in the past year. Please contact the parish office by October 26 to include a loved one's name.

Please pray for the intentions of Alicia, Meghan, Michael, Allen, Paul, Mary, Joe, and others. Contact the parish office for more prayer requests.

Confession times this week: Wed 7:45am at St. Donatus, Thu 4:30pm at St. Paul’s, Fri 6:45am at St. Francis de Sales, Sat 3:00pm at St. Paul’s, Sat 5:30pm at Sts. Peter & Paul, Sun 7:45am at St. Alexius, Sun 9:30am at St. Francis de Sales. Make time for reconciliation.

Join us on Tue, Oct 13th at 5:30pm at St. Paul’s for a Memorial Mass in remembrance of Infants Gone Too Soon. A meal will follow the service. Let us pray for these little ones and their families.

Need prayers? Contact the St. Alexius Prayer Chain at 320-815-6199. Our parish is here to support you through the power of prayer.

Experience perpetual adoration at St. Faustina Chapel of Divine Mercy located in the lower level of St. Paul’s Church. Visit

for the adoration schedule.

Mass cancellations: Wed, Oct 14th at St. Donatus, Thurs, Oct 15th at St. Paul’s, Fri, Oct 16th at Our Lady of the Angels. Please make note of the changes in the Mass schedule.

Mon 8am - Mass (Gordy & Lillian Engels ++), Adoration at 8:30am. Life is a Gift Prayer Group at 6pm. Tue Seeds of Hope Grief Support Group at 10am, Stephen's Readers Book Club at 1pm, Altar Servers Training at 6pm, Men’s Group at 6:30pm.

OCIA Director meeting at 6:30pm, Baptism Prep meeting at 6:30pm. Adoration at 12am. Children’s Choir Rehearsal at 5:30pm, Adult Choir Rehearsal at 6pm. Youth Ministry meeting at 6pm, Individual Reconciliation at 7pm.

Expectant parents are invited for a special blessing after all Masses next weekend. Join us for a prayerful moment for you, your baby, and your growing family.

Share your faith story with: Michael Abbott, Katy James, Maryellen Ancheta, Steve Jankowski, Patsy Ashley, and Teresa Jankowski. Reflect on where you've seen God at work.

In Matthew 22:1-14, reflect on weaving faith into your everyday life. Allow every task to be an opportunity to experience God and practice His teachings with love.

In today’s Gospel, Jesus tells us the parable of a landowner who planted a vineyard and entrusted it to tenants. Their responsibility was to care for it and produce good fruit. Reflect on what God has entrusted to you and how you can bear good fruit for Him and others.