Congratulations to Bishop-Elect Joseph Williams, longtime friend of Lourdes, on his appointment as auxiliary bishop of St. Paul and Minneapolis! Fr. Griffith, a close friend since seminary said: “I am so happy for Bishop-elect Williams and the people of this Archdiocese. I have admired for years his combination of faith and reason, courage and prudence, and strong leadership skills coupled with a collaborative and inclusive spirit. Praise God for his appointment!”

A heartfelt merci to the Wethington family! This beautiful instrument will bring much glory to God and joy to his people. The legacy of a remarkable woman and beloved parishioner will live on. About E. Wethington https://m.startribune.com/obituaries/detail/0000404973/?fullname=ellen-rosemarie-(schaub)-wethington

From Fr. Griffith: "As Nancy and Mike prepare to return to Arizona and closer proximity to their family, words truly cannot express how grateful I am to Nancy and Mike for being such a source and light to our community. They will always be close to our hearts at Lourdes and they are always welcome to visit their friends at the little French church. That they have made such good friends here and have made such an impact in a short time is a testament to both Nancy and Mike. Blessings and Ad Multos Annos to Nancy and Mike!"

From Fr. Griffith: 'The call to faith and generosity are always in season for Christians who follow Jesus' model of humble service. The path of generosity and love is the way forward to a healthy future as a parish and the way forward to a more just and peaceful world."

"I write to you on this day that commemorates the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on our country. This is a sobering time for our nation as we recall the horrific violence that changed the world. In the midst of this commemoration, we are also witnessing suffering on a grand scale throughout the world – in Afghanistan, as a result of many natural disasters, from the continued effects of a global pandemic, and the suffering that so many experience as a result of injustice and a lack of basic material goods. We believe in a God who has entered into our world in Christ Jesus and continues to extend his outstretched hand of grace. Having been lifted by Christ, we are called to extend our hands to our brothers and sisters in need ..."

"I write to you today in the midst of the continued increase of the Delta Variant in our community and throughout the nation. This has resulted in increased infections among children and vulnerable populations, increased stress among healthcare workers and first responders, and a significant decrease of available ICU beds in our community. This concerning reality requires increased vigilance on the part of all Catholics, consistent with our commitment to social solidarity and the common good ..."

"First, after consultation with parish leadership, including parish trustees, staff, and our parish council, I have decided that now is the appropriate time for a more permanent Mass schedule. Effective Saturday, September 11, the new weekend Mass schedule at Our Lady of Lourdes will be: Saturday, 4:30 p.m. (Confessions from 3:45-4:15 or by appointment); Sunday, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The 10:30 a.m. Mass will continue to be livestreamed ..."

"In light of the spike in COVID infections in our community and throughout the country brought on by the Delta Variant, I met with parish leaders this past week to discuss how we might respond at Lourdes. As you might imagine, a variety of perspectives, concerns, and counsel were expressed to me. Of concern to a number of parish leaders is the potential effect of the variant on children, the elderly, and those with underlying health conditions ..."

"As we closed our fiscal year June 30 and have arrived at the mid-point of the calendar year, I wanted to update you on a number of developments important to our collective life at Our Lady of Lourdes. Some of the items below touch on the practical and administrative side of the parish, while others pertain to our spiritual life and the Catholic faith we share ..."

Please note, July 5th through July 9th, there will be no weekday 12:05 pm Mass and the parish office will be closed. Have a terrific Fourth of July!

The schedule for the Lourdes Healing Tent has changed to June 13 through June 18. Thanks for your participation and watch for information about a healing tent event that will be planned for the summer of 2022.

Dear Friends in Christ, I hope this letter finds you well as we conclude the Easter season and prepare to celebrate the great Feast of Pentecost – the gift of God’s Spirit to the Church. This year our celebration takes place with hope and gratitude as we begin to see daylight at the end of the long tunnel of this global pandemic ...

Your compassion and gentleness towards the poor should also extend to yourself.

Mass of Christian Burial for Jim Dabe is set for Saturday, May 1st at Our Lady of Lourdes. Registration is available for the funeral Mass on the parish website. Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord and may perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Obituary: James Dabe (click above to read more)    

"As a community, we must confront this disturbing reality – we must be willing to name the harm and to resolutely work for greater justice and healing. In my homily yesterday, I said that we are at a Kairos moment – a decisive opportunity for change in our lives, in our community and in our Church. Aided by the light of the risen Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit, Christians must lead as we seek to build a more just and peaceful community... "

Mass of Christian Burial for Mary Schullo is set for April 23rd at Our Lady of Lourdes. Registration is available for the funeral Mass on the parish website. Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord and may perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul, and the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Be willing to stay with, and accompany our suffering brothers and sisters.