News & Events
40 Days for Life Prayer Vigil
September. 24 - November. 2
You are invited to join us for 40 Days for Life – 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. Also, to stand and peacefully pray during a 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way outside Planned Parenthood, and help spread the word about this community outreach. More information – especially if you‟d like to volunteer to help, contact: Margaret Mulligan at 40daysforliferoch@gmail.com or www.40daysforlife.com/rochester.
40 Days for Life Pro-Life Speaker
September 25
40 Days for Life Pro-Life Speaker: Ramona Trevino, former Planned Parenthood manager, on Thurs. Sept. 25, 6 pm at St. Francis Church, 1114 3rd Street SE, Rochester. How Prayer and Fasting Changes Hearts and Minds, 6 pm with a Holy Half Hour at 7 pm, followed by Spanish presentation at 7:30 pm. Join us!
A Big Thank You!
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A Big Thank You! To the Holy Trinity Church CCW who helped with the Parish Picnic after the Vigil Mass of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and for the help at Genevieve Robbins’ funeral visitation and reception. Also, thanks to the Knights of Columbus, and all those who participated with prayers and food, and those who stayed after Mass to honor those parishioners aged 85+! It was a joyful celebration and a tasteful meal!
Adorers Needed
September
We are looking for people for Adoration times on Wednesdays at Holy Trinity. Two time slots are available. We could be flexible with the times as some of the other adorers could move to a different time. Adorers are also needed for Monday evenings from 7:15-8:15pm and occasionally from 5:00-6:00pm at St. Mary. Substitutes would be great also.
Please contact the office if interested.
Archdiocesan Passport Adventure: We are 175 years strong!
July - October
Catholics around the world are marking 2025 as a Year of Jubilee, while at the same time we as an Archdiocese celebrate 175 years since our founding on July 19, 1850.
Archbishop Hebda invites you to become an Archdiocesan Jubilee Pilgrim:
• Go to https://www.archspm.org/passport/ for more information and to download and print your passport.
• From now through Sunday, October 12, try to visit seven parishes other than your own, much as Saint Philip Neri led the faithful of his day to seven churchesin Rome. You could pray for one of the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit at each church.
• Among the seven churches, try to visit our two Jubilee co-cathedral churches: the Cathedral of Saint Paul and the Basilica of Saint Mary. Look for the Jubilee Cross in each of them.
• Perhaps visit our oldest Church of Saint Peter in Mendota and one of our newest churches. Saint Katherine Drexel in Ramsey is just about to be consecrated and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Hastings has just been renovated.
• Try to participate in a Mass that might expand your personal experience of liturgy—perhaps with our Maronite or Byzantine brothers and sisters, with one of our immigrant communities, with one of our Traditional Latin Mass communities, with the Catholic deaf community or with the University students at Saint
Lawrence in Dinkytown.
• Join us Sunday, October 12, for one of the morning Masses at the Cathedral and for an Ice Cream Social.
Catholic Daughters Rummage Sale
September 9-13
Catholic Daughters Rummage Sale at St. Paul, Zumbrota:
Dates & times to drop off donations
Tuesday, September 9: 9 am – 5 pm
Wednesday, September 10: 3 pm – 7 pm
Thursday, September 11: 9 am – 12 pm
Dates & times of Rummage Sale
Thursday, September 11: 1 pm – 6 pm
Friday, September 12: 9 am – 5 pm
Saturday, September 13: 9 am – 12 pm
A free will offering will be asked, unless otherwise marked. Clothing accepted if up to date, clean, and in good condition.
Catholic Young Adult and friends gathering
September 14
Catholic Young Adult and friends gathering, Sun., Sept. 14, 6:30-9:00 PM at HT to celebrate our new Saints: Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati. Both were young, strong Catholics who lived for God‟s glory and the salvation of souls. Social, Potluck Presentation and Rosary. RSVP to parish email with what food you can bring and how many friends. Blue jeans and brooms: Put on your blue jeans and grab your brooms! Join us to sweep away the cobwebs, put a new shine on the woodwork, and other needed cleaning. Cleaning will be September 14 immediately following Mass. We will have cookies and refreshments. Cleanliness is next to godliness so we pray you will help us get a little closer to God by cleaning His house. If not this time, or questions, call to set up an appointment with Ellen Huneke 651-764-0231. Sponsored by the St. Mary‟s CCW. (Please remember to fill out the Adult Volunteer Liability Waiver Form)
Celebrating our Archdiocese 175th Anniversary
2025
Celebrating our Archdiocese 175th Anniversary, we offer a commemorative historical picture book, In Everything, Give Thanks, after each Mass over the weekend of July 26/27 suggesting a “Free Will” offering of $40.00. It has pictures of all Catholic churches in our Archdiocese with a short commentary for each. It begins with an inspiring account of the establishment of the Diocese of St. Paul which encompassed all of Minnesota and the Dakotas at its inception July 19, 1850. It was named an Archdiocese in the year 1888.
+Please write checks out to Holy Trinity Parish, and in the memo, Special Projects Account.
Congratulations
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Congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2025:
Austin Arendt
Austin Bartholome
Nathan Beck
Ella Buxengard
Caleb Kurtti
Craig Kurtti
Briana Lodermeier
Kendyl Lodermeier
Jenna O’Reilly
Alexa Parra Murillo
Lily Peterson
Maya Poncelet
Jacob Ryan
Aurora Wiskow
Katie Huneke
―For I know well the plans that I have for you, says the Lord… Plans to give you a future full of hope.”
- -Jeremiah 29:11
Easter Missionary Disciples, 2025!
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Throughout the 185 parishes in our Archdiocese 1,122 adults entered into full communion with the Lord‟s Catholic Church this past Easter by way of adult Baptisms and adults receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation! Praise God for the Holy Spirit! Last year we had five adults enter into full communion, and one of them, Laural Seither, cantors and is our new custodian/maintenance personnel.
Eucharistic Revival
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“There is no better preparation for Holy Communion other
than offering it to the Immaculate...She will prepare our
heart in the best way possible, and we will be sure to give
Jesus the greatest of joys and to show him the greatest of
loves.” St. Maximilian Kolbe www.eucharisticrevival.org
GOOD NEWS!
Summer
The Archdiocese, Fr. McCabe and Trustees, in consultation with the Finance Council, Pastoral Council and Building Committee, have agreed to move forward with the St. Columbkill building project. Thanks to all those who helped in this process and especially those who generously pledged. A letter and envelope to make good on that pledge have been mailed out. We hope to begin construction in July. If you have not received the mailing, or you now want to pledge, call the parish office Mondays, 10:00-2:00 PM, or email anytime. God bless all those who love this historic church!
HT/SC Cemetery Board
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HT/SC Cemetery Board is seeking input from parishioners with ideas for projects to further enhance our cemetery. Do you have a particular area of interest (i.e. contemplation, beauty, accessibility, practicality, tranquility)? Contact a Cemetery Association Board member: Fr. McCabe, Brian Buck, Billy Gadient, Wayne Gadient, Maureen Lodermeier, Jerome McNamara or Marty O‟Connor
Heaven in Your Home Gatherings
September 13
Heaven in Your Home Gatherings aim to bring families together and bring a “taste of heaven” into their homes. The gatherings offer families formation, fellowship, and the tools needed to live out their faith and pass it on to their children. Five times during the year (every other month) a Heaven in Your Home Gathering will take place at Holy Trinity Church in Goodhue from 6:30-8:00 PM. The first gathering will take place on Saturday, September 13. Families of all ages are invited to attend. There will be supervision for the kids after dinner and even a teen room for the middle schoolers and up. Sign up is not necessary, but helpful. Email Regina Poncelet at rponcelet@sleepyeyetel.net. We hope you can join these gatherings that help families live out your faith in a joyful home!
Holy Family Catholic Adoption
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Holy Family Catholic Adoption is the only Catholic adoption agency in the Archdiocese and was created in 2001 to save babies from abortion through the loving offer of adoption. It is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and relies upon donations.
Please consider a donation to assist in this pro-life ministry. More information at www.holyfamilyadoption.org or holyfamilyadoption@
usfmily.net.
Holy Trinity Parish Annual Financial Report 2023-2024
2023-24
Thank you for your generous support! Copies of the annual report at church entrances this weekend. Summary: each church met their budgetary goal, although we are short a parish maintenance/custodial part time person, and have no money set aside for deferred maintenance. In August we replaced the main roof at St. Mary and tarred a small roof section at Holy Trinity, but these are not included in this report because the new financial year began in July. However, the $16,000.00 flat roof repair at St. Mary is included. St. Mary's financial outlook is good because the investment income from the Beulah Wahlin Estate offset this repair. This generous estate gift also paid for the $70,000.00 roof replacement at St. Mary, which will be on the next annual report. The interior repairs at St. Mary because of past water damage will cost approximately $38,000.00, but Catholic Mutual Group through the Archdiocese will pick up that bill, except for a $2,000.00 deductible. Please consider gifting Holy Trinity Parish in your estate planning. Thank you and God bless you!
Holy Trinity Parish Annual Financial Report 2023-2024
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Thank you for your generous support! Copies of the annual report at church entrances this weekend. Summary: each church met their budgetary goal, although we are short a parish maintenance/custodial part time person, and have no money set aside for deferred maintenance. In August we replaced the main roof at St. Mary and tarred a small roof section at Holy Trinity, but these are not included in this report because the new financial year began in July. However, the $16,000.00 flat roof repair at St. Mary is included. St. Mary's financial outlook is good because the investment income from the Beulah Wahlin Estate offset this repair. This generous estate gift also paid for the $70,000.00 roof replacement at St. Mary, which will be on the next annual report. The interior repairs at St. Mary because of past water damage will cost approximately $55,000.00, but Catholic Mutual Group through the Archdiocese will pick up that bill, except for a $2,000.00 deductible. Please consider gifting Holy Trinity Parish in your estate planning.
Looking for men for St. Michael's Lent
August 15 to September 29
We're looking for men to join us in practicing St. Michael's Lent. It is a 40-day period of prayer and penance, traditionally observed from August 15 to September 29 (the feast of St. Michael the Archangel). It is a time for Catholics to prepare for the feast of St. Michael by reflecting on themes of spiritual warfare, purification, and divine guidance. This period is inspired by St. Francis of Assisi's devotion to St. Michael... If interested contact Eric Ryan at 651-380-6111.
New Minnesota Child Tax Credit
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This new tax credit is available to Minnesotans who have children under 18. www.FamiliesFirst Project.com/CTC.
Office Housekeeping Note
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If the church is closed or there is no one in the office at Holy Trinity, please use the grey drop box to the left of the east door at Holy Trinity (the entrance with the outdoor steps) to leave items such as envelopes, forms, or donations. Please do not leave money on the desk in the office. Thank you for your consideration!
PT Faith Formation/Catholic Activities Assistant
Immediate
Those who are at least age 21, with a MN Driver’s License can apply. Must be a practicing Catholic since no employee of the Catholic Church can be a counter-witness to the Church. Average about 10 hours per week, $16-$22/hr. depending on skill set. This includes Vacation Bible Camp in Summer, and weekly help with the Sunday Bulletin. The Essential 3 Safe Environment protocol (background check, Code of Conduct and VIRTUS training) will need to be completed. Please contact Fr. McCabe at 651-923-4472 and have references.
Pacem in Terris Retreat
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Allow God’s love to heal, nourish and transform your. life. Find rest in body, mind and spirit in this hermitage sanctuary. No schedules or daily distractions. Pacem in Terris offers guests an environment of silence to pray and enter into an intimate union with God. Open year-round. Gift certificates available. www.paceminterris.org. 763-444-6408.
Please pray...
September
Please pray for: Bob Eppen, Margaret Wagner, Ann Merry, Ed Heppelmann, Ray Poncelet, Dave Buck, Scott Cyert, Jerry Joe Majerus, Louise Heppelmann, Brent Hokanson, Anne Skalicky, Neil Stehr, Jen Berg, Marge Majerus, Shawn Frederixon, Gabe Ryan, Ryan Zorn, Beth Carlson, Chuck Havrilla, Randy Nardinger, Amy Feely, Alan Gadient, Roy Goranson, Susan Brown, Jocelyn O’Reilly, Marci Dillworth, Bjorn Otterness
Praise God!
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Our parishioners know to fast one hour before receiving Jesus Christ sacramentally in Holy Communion, except for water/medicine. This so called “Eucharistic fast” includes abstaining from gum, juice and coffee, so we might prepare more intentionally and be hungry for the Lord. The homebound/nursing home parishioners and those who assist should fast at least 15 minutes, unless emergency.
Protecting Children and Vulnerable Adults
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Holy Trinity is dedicated to protecting children and vulnerable adults. Volunteers serving with minors and vulnerable adults must complete requirements before engaging in ministry. Contact - Maria Schultz, Safe Environment Coordinator at: holytrinitygoodhue@gmail.com.
Recover Sunday as a Day for the Lord and Family
Summer- Fall
The 12 themes of how to reclaim Sundays
To kick off Synod Year III—Parents as Primary Educators of Their Children in the Ways of the Faith—the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis is pleased to publish 'Reclaiming Sundays: Recover Sunday as a Day for the Lord and Family.' The guide lays out monthly themes and practical suggestions for families to build lasting habits and anchor their week in a joyful, prayerful and restful observance of Sunday, and helps inform and inspire parents to understand and fulfill their responsibility as the first teachers of their children in the ways of faith. Find the monthly guide at: https://missionsupport.archspm.org/resources/reclaiming-sundaysmonthly-guide-pdf/
Reclaiming Sundays: Sunday is a day which is at the very heart of the Christian life. Let us open our time to Christ, that He may cast light upon it and give it direction. He is the One who knows the secret of time and the secret of eternity, and He gives us “His day” as an ever-new gift of His love. The rediscovery of this day is a grace which we must implore, not only so that we may live the demands of faith to the full, but also so that we may respond concretely to the deepest human yearnings. Time given to Christ is never time lost, but is rather time gained, so that our relationships and indeed our whole life may become more profoundly human. (Pope St. John Paul II, Dies Domini, 7)
Remember in Prayer
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Pray for the repose of the soul of Genevieve Robbins who died on Monday, July 28. Visitation at Holy Trinity, Friday, August 15, 4-7 PM. Mass of Christian Burial, Saturday, August 16, 11:00 a.m., with visitation one hour prior. A light lunch to follow immediately after Mass at Holy Trinity.
Small Groups
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We are happy to communicate that we have seven (7) Parish Evangelization Cell Small Groups meeting weekly beginning around Lent of which you can sign up to grow as a “missionary disciple” of Jesus Christ and his Church.
Your participation in these groups will keep our parish and families Christ centered. This initiative by Archbishop Hebda is helping us reach out to those who want to share this Christian journey of divine faith, hope and love with us!
Please go online to review and sign up with a small group @https://archspm.groupvitals.com/groupFinder or go to holytrinitygoodhue.org under Ministries: Small Groups for more information.
St. Paul Seminary Catechetical Institute is coming to Red Wing!
Fall 2025
The Church of St. Joseph in Red Wing will be a virtual host site for the Catechetical Institute Pillars Program, starting in Fall 2025. All adults are encouraged to participate. This is a great opportunity for adult faith formation! See posted flyers for details.
What is FORMED?
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Our parish has a subscription to FORMED!
Which means ANYONE can access it for free! What is it?:
FORMED is an online platform filled with over 4,000 Catholic studies, movies, audio dramas, talks, e-books, and even cartoons for our children.
How do I use it?:
You can enjoy FORMED on your computer, phone or on your television with an inexpensive Roku device or Apple TV. You can even listen on your phone as you commute or do chores.
How do I create an account? To create an account (again, for free), go to https://formed.org/signup and type in "55027". Click on Holy Trinity Parish, enter your name and email. That's it!
Our hope and prayer is that the content on FORMED will enrich, deepen, and inspire your faith.