Youth Newz&

Odyssey, junior high faith formation, will meet April 17th in the youth room.

The last Odyssey session will be held April 24^th . At that time all students are expected  to be prepared to present their "Leader for a Day" assignments. Students, you are to imagine that you are the leader of the world for a day. You have the power to make any change that you want. What would you do and how would you do it? You must be  specific. Your plan/idea must reflect your Christian  morality and must be an attempt to make a positive impact on humanity.  You may choose any manner to present your idea (i.e. wring a paper, creating a display, making a video, writing a song). If you have questions, call Sara (763-754-7666) or ask your Odyssey group leader. 

JHL will meet on April 17 from 7:30-9:00 in the youth room. All 7^th and 8^th graders are invited. Bring a friend!

Service Club will meet on Wednesday, April 17 from 6:00-9:00pm. Call Sara Riehle if you have any questions. 763-754-7666.

All current 6-8th graders: Check out the April issue of the Newzpaper   for details about camp  TNT, an "explosive" summer camp experience. TNT campers meet on Thursdays, June 13-August 1, from 9:00am-5:pm.  Participants meet in the morning for a spiritual reflection and then travel with an adult to one of a variety of service sites. Participants enjoy a fun activity, such as a visit to Camp Snoopy, a water park or a Go-Kart amusement park, in the afternoon. A registration brochure is included in the  Newzpaper.  Deadline to register is May 8^th. Call Mark Klein  763-754-7666 if you have any questions.

Confirmation candidates will participate in the Rite of Sending  Sunday, April 21, after the 6:15pm mass. Please remember the Confirmation candidates in your prayers as they prepare to be confirmed Tuesday, April 23.

All 7^th and 8^th graders are invited to attend the Spring Dance at St. John's, on Wednesday, May 1, from 6:30-9:00pm. Guests will be entertained by a DJ and sound and light show. Snacks and pop will be available for sale.  This is the last dance of the year! There is no charge for this event and all are welcome to invite their 7^th and 8^th grade friends! Call Mark Klein 763-754-7666, if you have any questions.

Browsing the "web"? Be sure to check out www.theyouthroom.com for photos of youth activities,  news of upcoming events,  permission slips and more!

OPEN DOORS (divorced/widowed/singles group) meet the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Pastoral Center for socializing and snacks. 

UPCOMING EVENTS:
April 24--Cheryl Karpin will speak for all Pastoral    Ministry areas.  A light supper will be served.  Meet new people involved in St. John's in other ways.

For more information about Open Doors please call Anne Marie Bartlett at 651-633-8333 ext. 1237.

Seniors&
CASINO TRIP-- LAST CALL!  LOTS OF ROOM!
Join us on Thursday, April 18, 2002 on a trip to Grand Casino, Hinckley!  We depart at 9:00 a.m. and return at 5:00 p.m.  Registration forms are in the "Seniors" racks in the back of church or at the parish office.  Register by April 16.  Call Ginny Petro at 763-784-5254.

SILVERTONES MEETING
The April Silvertones meeting for all seniors will be held Wednesday, April 17.  The meeting begins at 10:30 a.m.  Lunch is at 11:30 a.m.  The program following lunch will be a presentation on PLANNING YOUR FUNERAL .  This is an opportunity to hear from an expert and ask your questions with no sales people present.  The presentation is informational only.  Reservations for lunch are required.  Call Kitty Collins, 651-639-1091 to make a reservation.

LET DEACONS HELP WITH YOUR SPRING HOUSECLEANING!!
On Saturday, May 4^th the deacons will be coordinating drives to collect clothing, furniture, and books.  Deacon Rod Palmer will work with the St.     Vincent DePaul Society to collect clean usable clothing.  Deacon Tom Quayle will coordinate the annual Deacons Furniture Drive for Catholic Charities.  Deacon Joe Kenney will coordinate our annual Book Drive to benefit the Sisters of St. Joseph's community outreach ministries.  Items can be dropped off at the church from 9:00 to Noon.  If you have questions or need help with pick up (particularly for furniture) call the parish office, 651-633-8333.