Small Group for Husbands and Fathers

Do you ever wonder if you have what it takes to lead in your family? We are looking for men who are hungry to learn more about their faith and how to pass that onto their children.

The most important factor in a child’s faith decisions is the faith of their parents! Becoming Provider is more than putting food on the table!

This Small Group will meet for eight on Tuesday evenings at 7:30-9:00 PM, February 11 thruough May 13.

Cost is $85. Register at Cana Family Institute or email Kory LaCroix for more information.

Lunch and Learn: Catholic Cemeteries Green Burial

Thursday, February 6, 2025
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM, Dining Room

Are you curious about the option of a Catholic ‘Green Burial’, an organic return to the earth at the end of life?  When the body of Jesus was removed from the cross, it was washed, wrapped in a cloth shroud, and placed in a tomb.  When a loved one dies, we commit the body to the earth, “For we are dust and to dust we shall return.”  People are taking this belief to heart with a desire to return to a more natural, less industrial approach to death and burial, while maintaining reverence for the deceased.  Come hear from the Executive Director of The Catholic Cemeteries discuss Catholic ‘Green Burial’; ask questions, and take away information for others in your family who want to learn more about this environmentally friendly option.

Registration is not required, but highly admired. Simply contact the Parish Secretary at parishsecretary@olgparish.org or 952-929-3317.

Into the Depths Speaker Series with Dr. William Stevenson

Date: Tuesday, February 4, 6:30 - 8:00 PM, Dining Room
Speaker: Dr. William Stevenson
Title:  Jesus’s Atoning Death and the Meaning of the Mass

What does Jesus actually accomplish on the Cross?  How does His death have the power to save me from my sins?  We will address these and other questions, as well as show how a deeper understanding of the Atonement can transform our understanding of the Mass and better dispose us to receive the graces that Jesus offers us there.

Dr. William Stevenson is the Associate Academic Dean and Associate Professor of Dogmatic Theology at the Saint Paul Seminary.  He has also taught courses in the Department of Catholic Studies and is a frequent lecturer for the Catechetical Institute.  In addition, he is a member of the USCCB’s National Evangelical-Catholic Ecumenical Dialogue.

If you have questions, contact Jessica Balzarini.

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

Monday, February 3, 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. Childcare is available.

Join a Small Group

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, contact Jessica or Tyler for more information.

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.  

Men at Mass / First Friday Devotions

Men at Mass / First Friday Devotion

The Men Club assembles on the first Friday of each month at the 6:15 AM Mass and stays for coffee and pastries after. Join us in Our Lady of Grace’s Adoration Chapel for this First Friday Devotion to celebrate the Eucharist and honor the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

When: 6:15 AM Mass on the first Friday of each month
Where: Our Lady of Grace Church
Resources: to learn more about this devotion, check out the Sacred Heart Institute’s website HERE.all.