On December 31, 2022, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI passed away. 1st Saturday Mass in the Extraordinary Form will be offered for him on January 7 at 9:00 AM at our St. Peter Campus. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.  May he rest in peace.  ...

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Mothers of Young Children... Do you want to better understand yourself, your husband and your children? Do you desire strong friendships with other moms just like you? Knowing your God-given temperament will help you become a better wife, mom and friend. Learning about your temperament an...

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Catholicism 201 | Wednesday, January 11  Come grow in your ability to love Jesus and Holy Mother Church.  Open to all confirmed Catholics. Presented by Fr. Kowalczyk. Childcare Available.  Wednesdays at 6:15 pm in Kolbe Cafe on our St. Joseph Campus. 4 weeks:  Ja...

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The Talk. It's one of the most daunting prospects parents face.  Communicating the richness of Catholic teaching on sexuality in a faithful and effective way can be an overwhelming responsibility. But does it have to be so?  Brought to you from the Cana Family Institute, Greg an...

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Sunday, January 22, 2023 Ride the Bus from our St. Peter Campus to the Capitol and join the the MCCL March for Life While the historic overturning of Roe v. Wade has allowed states to protect unborn children, and some states are doing so, here in Minnesota abortion-on-demand continues. In...

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The Parish Office will be closed Monday, December 26 - Monday, January 2  We will be back in the office on Tuesday, January 3 All Masses WILL still occur as scheduled that week.  Email and voicemail will be checked. If you have a pastoral emergency (i.e. someone needs last...

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The 2023 Church Calendars Have Arrived! Calendars will be in the adoration chapel beginning Thursday, December 22, in the main church Christmas weekend, and available from the church office. Here's to an amazing year!  

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Do you have a surplus of Christmas cookies?  Do you like to bake? After the Candlelight 9:00 pm Christmas Eve Mass, folks are invited to mingle and sing Happy Birthday to Jesus while enjoying a cookie and glass of wine. If you're attending Mass and would like to share cookies, you ...

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Often called the sacrament of mercy, Father Kowalczyk will be hearing confessions during Advent with expanded hours. The times remaining before Christmas: Saturday, Dec 17: 4:00 - 5:00 pm ~ main church Sunday, Dec 18:  9:30 - 9:50 am ~ main church Tuesday, Dec 20: 4:...

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The church on our St Peter campus can seat 400 people. If you'd like to guarantee a seat IN THE CHURCH for our 4:00 pm Christmas Eve Mass, scan the QR code below or click here. NO ASSIGNED SEATING...COME EARLY TO SIT WHERE YOU WANT; Sign Up just ensures this is room IN the church for you. ...

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In preparation for Christ's birth, we will be cleaning the adoration chapel and main church on Saturday, December 17, 9 am - noon. The adoration chapel will close at 9:00 am and reopen on Sunday at noon.  

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St. Max Kolbe Parish is Collecting Coats & Socks for the Homeless Beginning the weekend of November 26-27. Donate new or gently used winter coats and socks for the 7,000 homeless people in the metro area. Collection bins will be at the St Peter Campus Collecting the weekends of Novem...

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Collection envelopes will be available this weekend of December 10-11, 2022 for the Retirement Fund for Religious.    Donations to the fund help hundreds of US religious communities to provide for their aging members including providing medication, nursing care, and more. ...

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Any parents and children that have some time free Monday morning are welcome to come. Parents enjoy coffee, cake, and conversation. Children get to enjoy some time with other children. See you at Kolbe Cafe at 9am on 12/12 for a simple time together.

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Looking for a fun event this Christmas Break? Why not join other young catholic adults (18-39 years of age) for an evening of games (catan, carcosonne, ticket to ride, etc).   Join us at Martha Hall from 7-9pm on December 28th. Bring a game and a snack/drink to share. Sing up f...

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A great service project for individuals and families. WHEN: Thursday, December 29    2:00 - 3:45 pm WHERE: Feed My Starving Children ~ 18732 Lake Drive E., Chanhassen WHO: Adults & families w/ children 5 yrs or older. St. Max has 18 spots reserved.    Please regis...

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Join other families from the parish for an evening of various board games on Dec 28th. We will play in Martha Hall. Bring a game and a snack/drink to share. The fun happens from 5:30-7pm. Sign up HERE for space planning purposes.  

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Please join our parish staff in praying for an outpouring of graces on all those who will be attending Christmas Masses at our parish this year. We will begin praying the Novena to St. Andrew on November 30th (the feast of St. Andrew) and conclude it on Christmas Eve.  It is piously bel...

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Begin the day giving thanks to God! Thursday, November 24th Mass at 9:30 AM in the Adoration Chapel St. Joseph Campus Give thanks to the Lord in all things!

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2022 SYNOD - WHAT'S NEXT! After three years of listening, preparation and engagement with laity, consecrated women and men, and clergy across the archdiocese, Archbishop Hebda will release his pastoral letter this weekend of the Feast of Christ the King, November 19-20. This pastoral letter w...

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Coming Saturday, December 10 in Crystal, MN The 1st 20 registrants from our parish can go for free if they use code SAINTMAX when they register. 

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It's a non-school day at St Max Kolbe -- come join us for Pray & Play.    

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Friendly Reminder to 'fall back' 1 hour this Sunday      

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The Mass of Christian Burial for Ann Lundsten will be held on Wednesday, November 9th, at 11 am at our St. Peter campus. Fr. Kowalczyk will officiate. Public visitation from 10-11 am in St. Martha Hall on November 9th.  Eternal rest grant to her O Lord, and let perpetual light shine ...

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Wednesday November 16....and other dates. Join us on a Wednesday night for learning more how to live the faith in the home.  See flyer below and register on our website:     Be sure to go to https://stmaxkolbechurch.org/Journey-Home/Journey-Home-Registration&nb...

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Archbishop Hebda and Bishop Williams have joined the Catholic Bishops of Minnesota to encourage all Catholics to vote in the mid-term elections on Tuesday, November 8. You may read their statement and find resources to help inform your vote – and share with others – at https://www.mncath...

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Looking for some light entertainment?  Consider attending one of the performances of Sense and Sensibility produced by Fr. Kowalczyk and Missed the Boat Theatre.   Tickets on sale now!   Order Tickets Online   

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Sign Up Required! Thursday, November 17:  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Come and experience an enjoyable evening of inspiration over a variety of wine and light appetizers and delectable desserts from Nothing Bundt Cakes.   The theme of the evening is CHRIST: A dwelling place of friendsh...

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Our parish offices will be closed for MEA weekend Thursday, October 20 and Friday, October 21 and there will be no daily Mass or confessions on those dates. Have a safe and refreshing MEA weekend.  

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FIRST WEEK IN NOVEMBER Tuesday, November 1: All Saints Day is a holy day of obligation; 3 Masses at our St. Peter Campus 8:30 am, 5:30 pm, 7:00 pm Wednesday, November 2: All Souls' Day is a day of remembrance for the faithful departed; 2 Masses at our St. Joseph Campus. ...

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Please join the 2022 Public Square Rosary Crusade at 12:00 on October 15th Our nation is in great need of public prayer, repentance and transformation. We ask God to save America through the Rosary of His Most Holy Mother. The Respect Life group invites you to join us in praying for...

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Saturday, October 8 10 am - noon For those of you who appreciate clean-looking roadsides and want to help keep them that way, please join other St Max parishioners help pick up trash along CR 14 next Saturday, October 8th 10 am – noon.   Pizza lunch will be provided afterward ...

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October is Respect for Life Month Join us this weekend as we begin a 9 Days for Life novena A hand out will be available at all Masses and a PDF of the hand out can be found here.   Give us love for all people, especially the most vulnerable, and help us bear witness ...

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For kids 6 - 12 years of age. Beginning the weekend of October 1-2, 2022, the MagnifKid! booklets will be available at the church entrances for our younger parishioners! Every week, MagnifiKid offers: All the readings and the prayers of the Sunday Mass with explanations of the ...

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Sunday, October 16:  5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Join us for a fun evening of dancing and fellowship! Sign up for food planning purposes here.

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St. Max Fall Clean Up Day   We would like to invite all of our St. Max parishioners to our St. Max Fall Clean Up Day on October 15th from 9-12pm. It's that time of the year when we need to close down the gardens on both of our beautiful campuses.  All work will ...

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Our parish family extends it condolences to our parishioners on the recent passing of their loved ones, funeral Mass or service unknown at this time: Victor Stang Harry Poliwoda May God bring them swiftly to His loving embrace in Heaven and comfort those who remain with us on earth...

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Families sought for Sharing & Caring Hands ministry. Sharing & Caring Hands is located in Minneapolis and provides those in need with hot meals, clothing, showers, food, shelter, transportation, school expenses, rent and many other things. These items are provided with dignity, ...

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The funeral service for Jennifer Bogenrief will be held on Saturday, September 3 at 12:00 pm on our St. Peter campus.  Deacon Joe Kittok will officiate. Visitation at 11 am in St. Martha Hall.  Eternal rest grant to her O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her.    ...

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Thank you to everyone who helped us surpass our budgeted goal of $28,000.   We raised $29,915!          

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Our 2nd annual parish picnic in celebration of our patron, St. Maximilian Kolbe, is NEXT Sunday, August 14! Free Will Offering for the amazing deluxe BBQ dinner (burgers, brats, hotdogs) prepared by Chefs Jerry & Jack Vlaminck! Lupine Beer available for $5 Live music Kid's f...

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Come on out and watch the games! The scheduled games below will be played on the field along River Street, just north of the parish offices on our St. Joseph Campus.  Bring a chair or blanket. 'Open games' -- no set schedule, just anyone wishing to play wiffle -- will be played on...

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Monday, August 15 at 7:00 pm The Assumption is not a holy day of obligation this year as it falls on a Monday. However, Father Kowalczyk will offer Mass for this solemnity on Monday, August 15 at 7:00 pm at our Adoration Chapel on the St. Jospeh campus.  Please join us for Mass and lin...

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Cross Catholic Outreach Priest Rev. Bernard Olszewski, JCD Father Bernard Olszewski will be visiting our parish this weekend to speak at all the Masses on behalf of Cross Catholic Outreach which was founded to create a meaningful link between parishes in America and the priests and nuns work...

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Our young adult group, Militia Immaculatae, invites everyone to  Praise and Worship Night Tuesday, August 9th   Join us for Mass at 5:30 pm at our Joseph campus.  Following Mass, head over to our St. Peter campus where there will be praise and worship with a new song le...

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Hello St Max Parishioners! Our Feast Day Picnic / festival celebration is next Sunday, August 14th from 11 am - 2 pm.  (Dinner will be served 11 am - 1 pm.) We need a few servants to help with the food preparation, setting out food, serving food, and indoor clean up. Please check out t...

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Below are the financials for the month ending April 2022.    If you have any questions on the parish's finances, please contact our parish administrator, Sara Triplett, at administrator@stmaxkolbechurch.org. Thank you for your offering and continued generosity! ...

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Gentlemen, Our parish and school are in need of your great handyman skills but this is more than just fixing this and fixing that. This is about fellowship and using your unique talents in service to Christ and His Church. This Church was built by its parishioners and we as parishioners...

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Come join us Tuesday night, July 26, at Lupine Brewery at 7:00 pm. Father Kowalczyk's talks are always interesting and enlightening!  And even better with a cold beer, if you like beer. Space is limited so please register here,  

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This weekend we welcome Fr. Alan Abalon from the Diocese of Catarman in the Philippines to our parish. A collection will be taken after communion to help support our brothers and sisters in the villages of the Catarman diocese; your generosity is greatly appreciated.   The Diocese of...

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Catholic Order of Foresters' Minnesota Agency is excited to present His Name is Michael, an original musical by Jeromy Darling! Loosely based on the exploits of the larger-than-life Catholic priest Father Patrick Manogue, His Name is Michael explores the intersection of th...

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Join us for Mass on Monday, July 4th as we pray for our country and all our loved ones, living and deceased. Mass at 8:00 AM at our St. Peter Campus.  

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Due to the 4th of July festivities, adoration will close at 7:40 AM on Monday, July 4th and reopen on TUESDAY, July 5th at 8:00 AM. Come, let us worship the Lord, for he is our God.     

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“WHOSOEVER DIES IN THIS GARMENT SHALL NOT SUFFER ETERNAL FIRE.” - promise of Our Lady to St. Simon Stock on July 16, 1251 In the year 1251, in the town of Aylesford in England, Our Lady appeared to St. Simon Stock, a Carmelite. She handed him a brown woolen scapular and said, “...

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Newly-ordained Fr Dale Mallory will celebrate Mass with Fr Kowalczyk at our St Joseph Campus Thursday, June 23 at 6:30 pm Reception to follow in Handzel Hall. See the bulletin for more information and photos of Fr Dale from his ordination on June 4th.  

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Procession on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi    On Sunday, June 19, following the 10:00 AM Mass, all are welcome to process through downtown Delano as the Most Blessed Sacrament is transferred to our St Joseph Campus. Meet outside near the front steps of the church on our...

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If you are graduating from high school this year, you are invited to Mass with a special blessing for you followed by a mini celebration afterward. Tuesday, June 7 at 5:30 pm St. Joseph Campus Save the Date RSVP on our Home Page or call the church office with questions:...

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Dear Families, Area Catholic parishes and schools have been invited to participate in a brief online survey to gauge the interest in a regional Catholic high school in the northwest region of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis (Wright County area). This survey is exploratory at this po...

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St. Max Beautify Day   We would like to invite all of our St. Max parishioners to our St. Max clean up day on May 21st from 8-11 am. It's that time of the year when we need to spruce up both of our beautiful campuses.  All work will be outside getting the grounds loo...

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A blessing for all mothers: Loving God, as a mother gives life and nourishment to her children, so you watch over your Church. Bless all mothers, that they may be strengthened with Christ's love and guidance. Let the example of their faith and love shine forth. Grant that their sons...

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"Militia Immaculta" Group   A St Max Kolbe parish group for all those confirmed through college age, and those seeking Confirmation.   Join us TUESDAY, MAY 10   5:30 Mass at our St Joseph Campus 6:00 pm  Social and talk with Fr Kowalczyk following ...

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Golf Scramble ~ Friday, May 20 at Pioneer Creek Golf Course Proceeds benefit the St Max Kolbe Catholic School See image flyer for details..cost, time, location. Register here!  

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A Montessori-style Catholic faith-based learning for young children will be offered later this year at our parish — it’s called Catechesis of the Good Shepherd.  Youngsters participate in hands-on activities to learn our beautiful Catholic faith in a space called an ‘atrium&rs...

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Calvary (St. Peter) & St. Joseph Cemeteries Needs Your Help   Please come with your rakes and other yard tools to keep our cemeteries beautiful for our parish and the community. Meet on Saturday April 24  9:00 a.m. at Calvary Cemetery (located on County Road 17, just south o...

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Calling all 4th - 8th graders!    Sunday, 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the St JOSEPH Campus in Handzel Hall....games, dinner, teaching, and prayer!! Bring a friend! Questions?  Contact Andrew Zeisel at andrew@stmaxkolbechurch.org or 1-847-454-4109.    

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All are welcome to join us in the church on our St. Peter campus as we pray together for our parish. Sunday, May 1 11:30 am following Sunday Mass All are then welcome to stay for a Potluck Lunch beginning at 12:00 pm in St. Martha Hall -- please bring an item to share. If you hav...

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Thursday, May 5   5:30 - 7:00 PM Come see the work of the St. Max school students in the Academic & Art Fair on May 5th from 5:30 - 7:00 PM in the St. Max school cafeteria and gym!

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Support our St. Max Kolbe School and enjoy a breakfast cooked for you! Tickets available: At the door on the day of the event At the St Max Kolbe School office At the St Maxk Kolbe Church office

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Join us following the 10 am Mass on Sunday, May 15 Please join us for any or all of these events on Sunday, May 15! Marian Procession  May Crowning Donuts, Coffee, Fellowship Rosary Making See bulletin, poster boards, and our online calendar for more information. Mary, Qu...

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Calling all 1st - 3rd Graders!   Saturday, May 14 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM St. Peter Campus

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All are welcome to join in prayer and watch as our St. Max Kolbe School Students perform the Living Stations of the Cross. Holy Thursday 1:00 pm St. Max Kolbe School Gymnasium

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Final Hours for Confession Before Lent Friday, April 8 at 7:00 pm - St. Peter Campus Saturday, April 9 at 3:30 pm - St Peter Campus Tuesday, April 12 at 4:30 pm - St Joseph Campus   and again at 6:00 pm on Tuesday after Mass Wednesday, April 13 at 8:00 am - St. Joseph Campus &...

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Come join us tonight at our St Peter campus, April 8 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross with Confessions available during that time.  

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Please join us on Holy Thursday for a prayerful, beautiful evening after Mass. Register at this link so we have a head count for the bus.  A suggested donation of $10 per person to help cover the cost of the bus will be appreciated.

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Your extra help in covering these utility expenses would be appreciated! To make a one-time donation online, click here. To mail in a donation, please send to Church of St Max Kolbe, PO Box 470, Delano, MN 55328.

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We continue to pray for peace and healing in the world; here is one beautiful prayer you may like to recite. O Blessed Mother, heart of love, heart of mercy, ever listening, caring, consoling, hear our prayer. As your children, we implore your intercession with Jesus your Son. Receive with unders...

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Come support the school and eat some incredible-tasting food!  Friday, March 18th at our St Peter Campus:  4:30 pm - 7:00 pm. IF YOU WANT CURBSIDE PICKUP, YOU MUST PRE-ORDER by March 17 TO RESERVE YOUR PLATE!  Order Here If you are eating indoors, you do not need to pre...

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Did you know that careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) are growing more than twice as fast as the rest of the job market? You already know how valuable STEM is to our children's future success . . . but do you know how much fun it can be?  Come watch the St....

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Sponsored in part by our Delano Knights of Columbus and benefiting local seminarians.

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Join fellow teens and youth interested in confirmation, or just growing in their faith on March 19th from 11-5pm.   Retreat will feature - times for prayer, reflection, and small group discussion - 4 dynamic presentations (Temperaments, Spiritual Life, Joy of Christian Lifestyle, Vo...

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Fr. Kowalczyk will be on a retreat the week of March 7th so there will be no daily Mass or confession here that week. Fr. Kowalczyk will be back on March 12 to celebrate weekend Masses with us and hear confessions that weekend. Our Adoration Chapel will remain open for prayer, Sunday noon thro...

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Registration open! Friday, February 25 will be our annual themed bingo with pulled pork dinner, wine, Lupine beer & seltzer, and prizes!   Be sure to register for this fun event as tables will fill up! Register HERE!  

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Come join in the activites at our parish this Sunday, January 30th!   Mass 8:00 am 10:00 am Waffle Breakfast 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Free will offering Proceeds benefit St Max Kolbe School School Open ...

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We are pleased to welcome Archbishop Hebda to celebrate Mass with our school students on Friday, February 25 at 8:30 am in the church on our St. Peter campus.  All are welcome to attend.    

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Bring a candle if you would like it blessed. February 2nd is the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, and for years this date has also been celebrated with a blessing of candles.   We will have Mass at 8:30 AM on Wednesday February 2nd in the Adoration Chapel on our St Joseph Campu...

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The church office is hiring a part-time administrative assistant to work 12-20 hours per week, Tuesday through Friday, to support our current staff.    If interested, please submit your resume and cover letter to the church office by February 4th; in person, by mail, or via email at&nbs...

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Sunday January 30: 9 am - 12:00 pm Come build-a-waffle, visit with fellow parishioners, and tour the school! Waffle & Sausage Breakfast with proceeds benefiting our St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic School. At our St. Peter Campus ~ in the school cafeteria Free Will Offering &n...

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Sunday, January 30 ~ 9:00 am - Noon Come check out our Catholic school!

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The Church of St. Maximilian Kolbe is following the guidelines of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis with respect to COVID safety; at present, face coverings and social distancing are not required in churches.   Hand sanitizer and wipes are provided at church entrances. Each pe...

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The Church of St. Maximilian Kolbe will host a blood drive for the American Red Cross on Thursday, February 3rd: 12 - 6 pm. Canteen Volunteers Needed for 2 hour shifts - please contact Andrew@stmaxkolbechurch.org. Blood Donors also needed!  Sign up at 1-800-RED CROSS  

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For All Married Couples An evening to celebrate sacramental marriages with a wooded walk, fires, warm beverages and warm food. For more information or to have questions answered, please contact either Sara Triplett 612.201.7356 or Jeff Reither 763.645.4324.

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Fr. Kowalczyk & Jeromy Darling on "Ever Ancient, Ever New" Podcast If you haven't checked out the "Ever Ancient Ever New" podcasts in a while, there are a few more episodes! Check back often on our website as recordings are happening frequently on different top...

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The Church of St. Maximilian Kolbe invites all men to participate in Exodus 90 which will kick off on Saturday, January 15th!   Come to the breakfast in St. Martha Hall to learn more and see if you'd like to participate. Exodus 90 is a 90-day spiritual exercise that gives Catho...

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Gift yourself 1 hour with Jesus. Eucharistic Adoration is open 12:00 pm Sunday though 4:00 pm Saturday every week. Please prayerfully consider taking one hour with Jesus.  There are many hours to choose from.  Please contact Barb Janas at 763-972-6843. Thank you! Come, let...

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