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Gerald "Jerry" Flieschacker passed away on Sept 15, 2020 due to heart failure ...

From Fr. Griffith: After consultation with parish leadership, myself and The Comprehensive Assignment Board, Archbishop Hebda has assigned Deacon Ripperton Riordan to our parish. He will be joining us September 1st ... 

From Fr. Griffith: I hope this midpoint of summer finds you well as we continue to navigate in unchartered waters. My heart and prayers continue to go out to all those affected by COVID-19 – those who have died, those who suffered ill health, those who have lost loved ones, those who have lost jobs or are struggling with financial hardship, those who suffer injustice of any kind and those who are struggling with anxiety, fear or loneliness. It is critical that Catholics walk in solidarity with all of our brothers and sisters who are hurting at this time.

In his homily last Sunday, Father Griffith referenced an article and a video for further reflection on the topic of justice. They can be found here ...

Funeral arrangements for our friend Tom Johnson have been set for Saturday, June 13 at 10:00 am with Archbishop Hebda presiding and Father Griffith preaching. Due to pandemic restrictions, the service will be attended by family and close friends and live streamed at https://lourdesmpls.org/Lourdes-live.

Funeral arrangements for our friend Tim Neeb have been set for Friday, June 12 at 10:00 am. Due to pandemic restrictions, the service will be attended by family and live streamed at https://lourdesmpls.org/Lourdes-live.

In this letter to the parish, Father Daniel Griffith shares several updates: the passing of Timothy Neeb, the celebration of life for Barbara Bye, upcoming memorial services for George Floyd, and how restorative practices offer a path to healing during this time of heavy sadness and helplessness.

A private funeral for longtime Lourdes parishioner Barbara Bye will be held at Lourdes on Thursday, June 4, 2020. Eternal rest grant onto her, O Lord, and may the perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, Rest in Peace.

From Fr. Griffith: I write to you today with sadness in my heart at the senseless killing of George Floyd and the tumultuous response that has resulted over the last couple of days in Minneapolis and neighboring St. Paul. These are challenging days for our community. Yesterday, I released a statement on these events, wherein I called on our civic community to address the persistent and systematic patterns of racial injustice that have afflicted Minneapolis and indeed the state of Minnesota for decades.

I am deeply saddened by the senseless killing of George Floyd and the tumult that has resulted in Minneapolis. My prayers and thoughts and those of the Catholic Community of Our Lady of Lourdes go out to the family and friends of Mr. Floyd as well as the African American community and citizens of Minneapolis ...

From Fr. Griffith: I write to you on the Feast of the Ascension of our Lord which communicates to all Christians the promise of the Holy Spirit and our life’s goal – to be raised with Christ for all eternity. I write to you on Sunday, the Lord’s Day, which is central to our life of faith and a sublime setting for the celebration of the Eucharist, which remains the source and summit of our Catholic faith ...

From AB Hebda: "I wish to let you know of an important breakthrough in our state that will allow for greater worship opportunities for all Minnesotans as we together address the Covid-19 pandemic. On Tuesday, Governor Walz will issue a new executive order that allows faith communities to open ...

From Fr. Griffth: First and foremost to our life of worship, given Governor Walz’ recent order the plan to reopen public Masses in the archdiocese have shifted. Please see the video message from Archbishop Hebda that was released yesterday. I share Archbishop’s disappointment and I am similarly puzzled as to the allowance to open up retail stores and not churches, particularly when the latter enjoys first amendment protection. I am hopeful that the ongoing dialogue of the Minnesota bishops and Governor Walz’ office will produce an agreement that better balances public safety with the values and first principles of our nation. Thus, for now, plans to resume public Masses at Our Lady of Lourdes are on hold ...

As we continue our collective journey, as Catholics through the Easter season, aided by the light of the risen Christ, and as Americans amidst the challenges of the pandemic, I assure you of my continued prayers and support. The God of Jesus Christ continues to accompany us during this time. Like you, I continue to be inspired by the stories of sacrifice and valor by our fellow Americans who are on the front line providing health care and essential services ...

From Fr. Griffith: These days of crisis and challenge present a new invitation to receive the love of God and to say yes to God’s invitation to experience a life-giving relationship with him ...

From Fr. Griffith: I hope this letter finds you well as Christians journey through the Easter season together and as all continue to be challenged by the global pandemic. On one hand - I continue to be saddened by how many are suffering at this time from lack of health, loss of employment, anxiety and in many other ways – on the other hand I continue to be inspired by the acts of solidarity, love and sacrifice of so many Americans who are serving those in need ...

Rest In Peace. Two, long-time Lourdes parishioners passed away peacefully - Bill Lawson on April 19th, and Joseph Wethington, on April 20th. Please keep these two fine men in your prayers and their families, who grieve their loss. May the angels lead them to paradise.

The essentials - a presider, a bride, a groom, and the Holy Spirit! A beautiful wedding at Lourdes, congratulations Liz and Tristan! Thanks to our Director of Marriage Ministry, Christine Griffith, for helping our couples prepare for marriage and plan their weddings during this unpredictable time.