REGISTRATION  If you have not yet registered for Faith Formation classes (Sunday School, Elementary Religious Ed., Junior High, or the Sacraments), please do so immediately!!! Registration forms are available at the Welcome Desk in St. Paul Plaza or by calling Faith Formation at 651-633-1540. Classes will begin September 24 for Elementary Ed. and Junior High.  Sunday School starts on Sunday, September 28.  Registered families should  receive a letter and calendar  this week.   

ATTENTION 2ND GRADE PARENTS:  Parent meetings for the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be held on     Tuesday and Wednesday, September 9 and 10, at 6:30 p.m. in Room 206 (St. Katherine Drexel), second floor of the Pastoral Center.  Please choose to attend on the night that is most convenient for you.  The same material will be covered at both meetings.  We will cover the history of the sacrament, and parents will receive all the information, including books, they need to teach the sacrament. Questions?  Call Teresa Neuman at 651-633-1540, ext. 1234.

CONFIRMATION CANDIDATES & FAMILIES!
There is a welcome and orientation meeting on Sunday,   September 14, in the Church following the 6:15 p.m. Mass. All candidates and parents must attend because we will be going over important details for the year. If you have not sent in your registration yet, please hurry! Call Brad & Libby Dupont if you have any questions, 651-633-8333, ext. 1218.

SHARE YOUR FAITH   Each of us is called to live out our Baptismal Call to share our faith in our daily life. One of the ways we can do this is by being a sponsor for an RCIA candidate which is a very rewarding experience. You can walk this faith journey with someone by calling Sister Clarinda at the Faith Formation Office, 651-633-1540.

THEOLOGY ON TAP FOR YOUNG ADULTS   If you are between 21 to 39, single or married, then consider joining other young adults to discuss topics relevant to your life from a Catholic perspective. Meet at Chang O'Hara's in St. Paul at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesdays through September 24. Call Father Williams for information, 651-228-1766.   

YMCS (Young Married Couples Society)  is a group of young married couples who engage in service, spirituality, stewardship, and social activities. We met the third Monday of each month at St. John's. We are always looking for new members. Please contact Jacquie at 651-481- 1384, or send an e-mail to j.cavanagh@att.net  for information and a schedule.

Upcoming events:

• Monday, September 15, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., in Room 211 (Bl. Kateri) for prayer and discussion of Introduction to the Devout Life by St. Francis de Sales, including time to catch up with one another.
  

• Saturday, November 8, Marriage Retreat:  Look for more details in future bulletins.
  

a social group for divorced, widowed, and single men and women -- meets the second Tuesday of each month from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. in the St. Vincent De Paul Room for socializing and snacks.  Come to the meetings or just the events.  The door is open -- you're always welcome!!   For additional information, call Anne Marie at 651-633-8333, ext. 1237. 

Upcoming events:
Every Wednesday - Walking and Jogging Groups meet from 6:00-7:00 PM (weather permitting) at boat launch area at Long Lake Regional Park.  Call MaryKay at 612-782-3872 with questions.
Sept. 9 - Monthly Planning Meeting   7:30-9:00 PM in the St. Vincent DePaul Room. Bring suggestions for future events.  Meeting will focus on Fallfest. Bring an item to donate to the Open Doors "singles basket" for the silent auction.
Sept. 13 - Mini-Golf - (Note: new date) Meet at 7:00 PM at Spring Lake Amusement Park, 1066 NE Hwy 10, Spring Lake Park. Look for "Open Doors" sign. Cost is $5.00. We'll go to Biff's for food and drinks after golf.  RSVP to Mary Kay at 612-782-3872 by September 10.
Sept. 19 - St. John's Gala Dinner - Timeless Hollywood dinner, casino, music, silent auction & fun!  Open Doors will have a table.  Cost is $80/person, $65/seniors 65+.  RSVP & money to Jan at 651-780-2142 by September 8.
Sept. 22 - Swing Dance foundation building (progressive) classes Monday nights (6 weeks) in Roseville ($39). To register, call Roseville Comm. Ed. at 651-604-3770. Or, try the basic Swing and Lindy Hop lessons at 6:30 PM every 1st Tuesday at Heart Alive in Brooklyn Center and first Thursday at Tapestry in Mpls. See www.tcswing.com or call Jan at 651-780-2142. 
Caribbean Cruise -- Interested in an Open Doors Caribbean Cruise in March 2004? If so, contact Mary Kay at 612-782-3872 or e-mail at mkv.hilsgen@juno.com by October 15.

If you, or someone you know, would like to be added to our mailing list, or if you would like to receive an invitation to visit our new web site, please call Jan at 651-780-2142.