OLG Men's Club

Thanksgiving Food Drive

Our Lady of Grace is partnering with St. Louis Park Emergency Program (STEP) to provide Thanksgiving food items to local community members in need.

Please pick up a paper grocery bag from the Commons or Cassidy hall. The list of needed items is attached to the bag or click here to make a monetary contribution to STEP. Please return filled grocery bags near the donation bins outside Cassidy Hall.

Deadline for food collection is Sunday, November 17.
May God bless you for your continued generosity!

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Join a Small Group

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There are many different topics covered, and groups for all stages of life. If you're interested in joining a group, click here to find a group that works for you!

Are you called to start a small group? Maybe there's not a small group happening when it's convenient for you, or perhaps you feel called to help others (yourself included) get to know and love Jesus better in a small group setting. If so, the next New Leader Training will be this winter. Contact Jessica or Tyler for more information.

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Taking the Teaching Mass Into the Depths

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Starting Tuesday, November 12, 6:30 - 8:00 PM | Dining Room, Church and Commons

Session 1 | O Sacred Banquet: Eucharistic Theology in Four Parts

6:30 PM Talk by Father Nick Vance
7:15 PM Small Group
7:30 PM Holy Half Hour

Join Us for the Kickoff of the Into the Depths Speaker Series! Fr. Nick Vance will dive deep into the profound mystery of the Eucharist with a captivating presentation inspired by the liturgy for Corpus Christ written by St. Thomas Aquinas. This one verse from the Alleluia will be the foundation of the 4-part talk:

“O sacred banquet! in which Christ is received, the memory of his Passion is renewed, the mind is filled with grace, and a pledge of future glory to us is given.”

In this session, we will explore the theological richness of the Eucharist in four parts:

  • Christ is Truly Received: Uncover the doctrine of transubstantiation and what it means for us.

  • Memorial of Christ’s Passion: Experience how this sacred meal brings Christ’s sacrifice into the present moment.

  • Filled with Grace: Discover the transformative power of the Eucharist in our lives.

  • Anticipation of Future Glory: Reflect on our hope for complete union with God in Heaven.

Each segment will be a thoughtful 10-minute exploration, complete with a handout outlining major points and key quotations to enhance your understanding. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your faith and knowledge: reserve your spot today! We can’t wait to see you there! If you have questions, please contact Jessica.

 
 
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Teaching Mass: Walk through the Mass Step-By-Step with Father Kevin

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Tuesday, October 1, 6:15 - 7:45 PM in the Church and Commons

The Walk through the Mass Step-By-Step with Fr. Kevin and Fr. Nick is a great place to learn more about the why behind what we do!

Come and discover the deeper meaning of the items we use and the gestures we do! 

Have you ever wondered why we cross our forehead, lips, and chest at the Gospel?  Have you ever wondered what Father says to himself sometimes during the Mass?   Have you ever wondered when exactly does Jesus become present on the altar?

Join us for A Walk through the Mass Step-by-Step with Father Kevin and Father Nick. You’ll receive a worship aide with additional fun facts, scripture references, and deeper insights into the prayers. The Teaching Mass will be a great way to kick off this year’s theme, Remain in Me and Bear Much Fruit. By learning about what we do at Mass and why we do it, we will come to a greater understanding of this great prayer the Lord has given us. What we come to know, we are more likely to love, and what we love, we desire to share.

If you have questions, please contact Jessica.

 
 

Faith Fun Fest

Thursday, August 15
5:30 PM Mass in Church
6:30 PM Festivities in Gym

The entire community is invited for an evening of faith and fun at OLG. Celebrate the Feast of the Assumption of Mary at 5:30 PM, and then enjoy a festival immediately following Mass. The event will feature inflatables in the gym. Hotdogs, chips and soft drinks will be served with ice cream trucks to provide dessert.

Men's Club Summer Social

Thursday, July 25, 5:30 - 10:00 PM

Men of OLG come to the OLG Athletic Field for a summer Pig Roast, fellowship, and a preview of what the upcoming year will offer.

The event includes a complete meal, beverages, and your Men’s Club annual dues payment ($40) for the current (2025) fiscal year. Your annual dues payment allows us to continue planning a variety of free events for our community including Faith Fun Fest, Fall Kickoff and New Dad's Night.

We are grateful to our many members and volunteers for their continued support, and we look forward to another great OLGMC year!

*Please note we will be hosting the BBQ competition at the Fall Kickoff on September 29 to take advantage of a weekend event. 

Leadership Lessons with Kevin O'Connell

Sunday, May 19, 6:00 - 9:00 PM

Have you ever wondered what it is like to lead a NFL team? Come meet and hear from Head Vikings Coach and OLG parishioner Kevin O'Connell. Learn about Kevin’s leadership principles to build high performing teams that can deal with adversity. The discussion will include examples from Kevin’s NFL experiences with tie-ins to how these can translate into the business world.

This evening event on Sunday, May 19, 2024 will be in the Parish Activity Center and will include catered food and beverages by the OLG Men's Club. Ben Leber will moderate the event.

Middle School aged kids and up are invited to attend with their accompanying adult. Tickets are $50 each (kids and adults) and the proceeds go to support OLG MC partners outside of OLG (ex: Ghana, JPII, PES Sisters, etc).

Questions? Contact Joe Daniski

Men's Club Golf Tournament

Friday, May 10, 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Breamar Golf Course

Please join us for our annual golf tournament! This co-ed event is a great way to bring in the spring season and try your best to keep the ball on the short grass. Please see the instructions below on how to register using the registration button below.

The cost of the event includes your greens fees, carts, and a hot dog and chips.
Please arrive no later than Noon to locate your cart and practice if needed!

Registration Due Wednesday, May 1: Please sign up as a foursome. If you are the group leader, please include your name, phone number, and email address (list the other players in the comment section). Payment must be made when you sign up. Group leaders will pay the full amount ($650) and collect from others in group.

Interested in being a golf tournament sponsor? Contact Brian Sefton
General tournament questions? Contact Teddy Hobbins

Join a Small Group

OLG Small Groups Living Faith and Life Together

Small Groups draw adults into transformative friendship with Jesus and with one another.

A small group consists of 6-12 people gathered around the Word of God for friendship, spiritual growth, and prayer.

There are a variety of groups meeting different days and time.  Find one that works for you!

If you don’t find one that fits please contact Jessica Balzarini or click here for details on Small Groups at OLG.

During the Lenten season we had over 250 parishioners and friends are participate in the small groups. Our Parish offers a heartfelt thank you to the small group leaders.  These dedicated leaders have been committed to our Archdiocesan movement of evangelization this Lent. Our hope is that this is the first spark at OLG that desires to build a culture of small groups growing in faith together.