Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)
OCIA is an initiation process for:
- Adults who have never been baptized
- Adults who have been baptized but have not completed initiation sacraments of Eucharist and/or Confirmation
- Children over the age of 7 (or the age of reason) who have not been baptized
- Adults and children who have been baptized in another tradition and wish to become Roman Catholic
The process begins with the inquiry period of learning more, before deciding to complete the Sacraments of Initiation. Begin anytime!
Call Fr. Dan Ruprecht at (320) 460-5332 or Tammy Huss at (320) 460-5324 for more information.
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Morning Men’s Bible Study Group
This group meets Thursday mornings at 6:30 AM in the Great Hall. Come any time!
The upcoming Sunday readings are discussed, as well as conversation and prayer.
Common Grounds Men’s Study Group
This group meets Wednesday mornings 6:00 - 7:00 AM at Common Grounds Coffee (516 Hawthorne St.- Alexandria). Come any time!
For any man, single or married, young or old, looking for fraternity and discussion over a cup of coffee. Contact Michael at michaelghuss@gmail.com for details.
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Michael Huss
Zoom Bible Study Group
All are welcome to join the Tuesday evening Bible study, 6:30 - 7:30 PM. The upcoming Sunday readings are studied.
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Afternoon Men's Bible Study Group
Wednesdays at 2:30 pm in the St. Mary’s Commons Area. Join our discussions on the upcoming weekend Mass readings! For more information, contact Marty Strong
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Women’s Bible Study Group
Wednesday Mornings
9:15 - 11:00 AM
Saturday Mornings
8:00 - 10:00 AM
St. Mary’s Lighthouse
(building in north parking lot)
To enroll or for more information on our next study, contact:
Lori
catholicwomenstudy@gmail.com
Join this inspiring community of women for conversation and fellowship as we explore our faith together.
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WINE Bunch
WINE - Women in the New Evangelization
Meet the 4th Monday of the month
@6:15 pm following the 5:30pm Mass
in the Great Hall at The Church of St. Mary.
Gather to discuss our faith, socialize, and have conversations with other Catholic Christian women.
Feel free to bring a snack or bottle of wine to share.
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St. Gianna’s Apostolate
A monthly event for Mothers
Maximize motherhood! Journey with other moms as you cultivate your spiritual life to bring Christ’s peace into your home.
We will meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month, after Mass, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm in the Great Hall. Open to women with children ages 0-18 years old. The evening will consist of formation and fellowship, followed by an opportunity for adoration and reconciliation.
Look for monthly event postings with information on how to register for each month's event. Light snacks provided.
*This is an evening for moms to attend without their children so they can be spiritually renewed; however, it is understandable that nursing infants may need to attend.
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Heidi Hawkins
Healing Ministry Team
Come and experience the healing power of
Jesus through the power of the Holy Spirit and
prayer.
Those in need of physical, spiritual, or
emotional healing are invited to meet in the
Adoration Chapel at St. Mary’s Thursdays after 5:30pm Mass and Saturdays after 5:00pm Mass, and the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month at 4 pm.
We are also offering a retreat in December.