Join us for this Culture of Encounter talk by sacred artist and iconographer, Nicholas Markell. Markell created several pieces of the beautiful sacred art in our church. This talk will take place in the church between the Sunday morning Masses. Everyone is welcome!
Our second annual Lourdes Gala, an evening of fun and fellowship with Lourdes family and friends! This event supports the important work of The Matthew 25 Fund at Lourdes, the charitable outreach led by our Justice and Charity team. Here's more about information about these key ministries. Join us for great entertainment, a reception, dinner, and silent and live auction, all at another historic riverfront location, The Machine Shop!
In the wake of the clergy abuse scandal, Our Lady of Lourdes is one of three parishes in the Archdiocese which has been invited to participate in a pilot program on restorative justice and healing. Janine Geske is a former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice and Marquette Law School Professor who has led conversations on restorative at the Vatican and throughout the world. Janine will lead a discussion on restorative justice at St. Joseph the Worker from 1-3 pm and at Lourdes from 4-6 pm on Sunday, April 29th. All are welcome!
All volunteers working with children or vulnerable adults must complete the Essential Three. Go to www.virtusonline.com to register for the training. VIRTUS Training is offered throughout the year at parishes throughout the Archdiocese including Our Lady of Lourdes. This training session at Lourdes is scheduled for May 1 at 6:00 pm.
Our hundred year tradition continues! We will be making our famous tourtieres, French meat pies, on Saturday, May 5th. Dough preparation will take place the evening before on Friday, May 4th. The assembly line will start up around 8:00 am on Saturday and caramel rolls and lunch will be provided.
Join us in Hofstede Hall for this Faith in Action series talk by Attorney Matthew Forsgren. Coffee and refreshments will be available. Everyone is welcome.
Sharing and Caring Hands was established to be a bridge from the caring, concerned community to the people in need of their help. Lourdes volunteers are active in this important hunger ministry and we serve on the second Tuesday, every other month. Volunteers are asked to arrive at the location around 10:15 am. The address is 525 North 7th Street in Minneapolis. We wrap up at about 1 pm. Parking is available in the Sharing and Caring lot or nearby metered street parking. For more information contact Mark Ditter at mark.ditter@gmail.com or complete the volunteer signup form.
Our Spring Book Study is "Tattoos on the Heart" led by Prof. Susan Stabile. The discussion will be held on Tuesday, May 8th. This book has been described as, "Gorgeous and uplifting, Tattoos on the Heart amply demonstrates the impact unconditional love can have on a person's life."
A night of prayer and intellectual formation for young adults in the Twin Cities. Join us each 2nd Thursday of the month for chanted Evening Prayer, a lecture on seeking holiness in today's world, and genuine community with other young professionals. 7:30 pm - Chanted Evening Prayer in the main church, with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction 8:15 pm - Hors d'oeuvres 8:30 pm - Informative lecture 9 pm - Formal program ends - $5 suggested donation Business casual 21+
Join 1,000 supporters Mothers’ Day Weekend at Upper Landing Park in St. Paul for the biggest prolife family event of the Spring! The “Life is Wonderful” Family Fun Run/Walk and 5K race will be held on Saturday, May 12th, 2018.
Join us in the Small Hall for our monthly Children's Faith Formation class. For more information, contact Valerie Broughton at valerie@lourdesmpls.org.
Please join us as we gather in the courtyard with Father Griffith to rededicate the new Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto on Mother's Day, May 13th between the Masses. This event will be held between the Sunday morning Masses will also include our May intergenerational family event. There will be fun games and treats for kids, and flowers and special blessings for moms!
We will celebrate an outdoor Mass for the city of Minneapolis and the feast day of the city's patron, St. Anthony, on June 10th - near the site where Father Hennepin blessed the falls! Our 11 am Mass will be held at Father Hennepin Park on SE Main Street across from the Pillsbury A Mill. Fellowship to follow!
All volunteers working with children or vulnerable adults must complete the Essential Three. Go to www.virtusonline.com to register for the training. VIRTUS Training is offered throughout the year at parishes throughout the Archdiocese including Our Lady of Lourdes. This training session at Lourdes is scheduled for June 12 at 6:00 pm.
A night of prayer and intellectual formation for young adults in the Twin Cities. Join us each 2nd Thursday of the month for chanted Evening Prayer, a lecture on seeking holiness in today's world, and genuine community with other young professionals. 7:30 pm - Chanted Evening Prayer in the main church, with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction 8:15 pm - Hors d'oeuvres 8:30 pm - Informative lecture 9 pm - Formal program ends - $5 suggested donation Business casual 21+
The Stone Arch Bridge Festival returns Father’s Day weekend to the Minneapolis Riverfront for the 24th year. The festival kicks off with a free evening concert on Water Power Park on Friday, June 15. The festival is known for the unique artwork for sale from 200+ artists, live music on multiple stages, and family friendly activities including an extensive car show. It is the 3rd largest festival in Minneapolis drawing thousands of visitors to the beautiful scenery of the Mississippi River and Minneapolis skyline.
Sharing and Caring Hands was established to be a bridge from the caring, concerned community to the people in need of their help. Lourdes volunteers are active in this important hunger ministry and we serve on the second Tuesday, every other month. Volunteers are asked to arrive at the location around 10:15 am. The address is 525 North 7th Street in Minneapolis. We wrap up at about 1 pm. Parking is available in the Sharing and Caring lot or nearby metered street parking. For more information contact Mark Ditter at mark.ditter@gmail.com or complete the volunteer signup form.
A night of prayer and intellectual formation for young adults in the Twin Cities. Join us each 2nd Thursday of the month for chanted Evening Prayer, a lecture on seeking holiness in today's world, and genuine community with other young professionals. 7:30 pm - Chanted Evening Prayer in the main church, with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction 8:15 pm - Hors d'oeuvres 8:30 pm - Informative lecture 9 pm - Formal program ends - $5 suggested donation Business casual 21+
Food, Fun and Fireworks! Enjoy the Aquatennial Fireworks from the best spot on the riverfront! The festivities begin immediately after the 5:00 pm Mass. Live music and dancing along Lourdes Place. See you there!
National Night Out is a community-police awareness-raising event in the United States, held the first Tuesday of August. Our Lady of Lourdes is the sponsor for our neighborhood and the event enjoys great support from neighbors and area businesses. An evening of food, door prizes and entertainment!
A night of prayer and intellectual formation for young adults in the Twin Cities. Join us each 2nd Thursday of the month for chanted Evening Prayer, a lecture on seeking holiness in today's world, and genuine community with other young professionals. 7:30 pm - Chanted Evening Prayer in the main church, with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction 8:15 pm - Hors d'oeuvres 8:30 pm - Informative lecture 9 pm - Formal program ends - $5 suggested donation Business casual 21+