St. William's Catholic Church

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.

Celebrate a safe and joyful Trunk or Treat event on October 30 at Sacred Heart Church in Staples and October 31 at St. Ann Church in Wadena. Host a trunk with a fall theme and bring candy to share. All are welcome to enjoy the festivities!

Families are invited to the All Hallow's Eve Dance on October 30 at Sacred Heart Area School. Dress as your favorite saint and enjoy costume contests, prizes, and concessions. Join in celebrating the true meaning of Halloween.

Don't miss the Harvest Festival at St. Hubert Faith Formation Building in Bluegrass on October 24 from 9 AM to noon. Enjoy a Silent Auction, Country Store, lunch, crafts, and more. Support the parish and have a fun-filled day!

Mark your calendars for the Family Faith Formation Night on October 21. There will be various options for both children and adults, including crafts, talks, and bingo. Choose an activity that suits your family and deepen your faith together.

The second weekend of October is proclaimed as Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Sunday. Join in celebrating the vital mission of the DCCW and honor the women who serve as leaders, companions, and disciples in the church.

Celebrate World Mission Sunday with us on October 18th, honoring our call as missionary disciples. Join us in unity and love through prayer and financial giving for those in need globally. Your donations support dioceses worldwide in various essential needs.

Join us for Mass at different churches in our community: Church of St. Ann, St. Edward, St. William, Our Lady of the Lake, Our Lady of Seven Dolors, Sacred Heart, and St. James. Refer to the bulletin for specific Mass times at each location.

There will be a second collection next Sunday to support World Mission Sunday. Your contributions go towards vital programs and support in 180 countries worldwide. Let's come together to make a difference!

October is the time to finalize your Box of Joy shopping. Choose an age and gender to shop for, follow the gift ideas list, assemble the Box of Joy, and drop it off in the designated area of your church. Your donation helps make someone's Christmas brighter.

Calling all women 19+ to join us for a discussion on sharing and growing your Catholic faith. Share your needs, suggestions, and interests in today's world. This gathering will take place on October 11 from 2-3 pm at Sacred Heart Hall in Urbank.

Confession times are as follows: Wed 7:45am at St. Donatus, Thurs 4:30pm at St. Paul’s, Fri 6:45am at St. Francis de Sales, Sat 3:00pm at St. Paul’s and 3:30pm at Sts. Peter & Paul, Sun 7:45am at St. Alexius. Perpetual adoration is available at St. Faustina Chapel of Divine Mercy.

Important notices: Mass at Sts. Peter & Paul in Elrosa on Oct 10th is moved to 4pm with confession starting at 3:30pm. CURA Nursing Home Mass scheduled for Oct 8th switched to Oct 9th at 10:15am. Mass at St. Paul’s on Oct 15th at 8:15am is canceled. Memorial Mass at St. Paul’s on Oct 31st for all those who passed away this year.

Sat, Oct 10th: Serve at Evening For Life event from 4:30-8:30pm. Sun, Oct 11th: Rosary at the St. Alexius Rosary Garden at 7pm. Bible Study session 2 on Oct 8th at the parish center.

Rise Youth Group activity for Grades 6-12 on Oct 4th. Mission Trip to San Lucas, Guatemala from Feb 11-18, 2027. Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Guadalupe shrine on Jan 18-22, 2027. Faith In Action event for 6th-8th graders on Oct 24th. Grief support group on Tuesdays at Centre for Christ.

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