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A special giving opportunity for all Catholics in North Dakota called #GiveNDCatholic.

Come in prayer to heal our nation. A patriotic rosary dedicates one Hail Mary in a traditional Catholic rosary to each state of the United States and asks God’s protection and guidance of our nation. This will be said the 3rd Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. starting Nov. 19 at Spirit of Life in Mandan. Please join as we come together and unite to strengthen our nation.

The last SEARCH reCONNECT of 2020 is scheduled for Saturday, December 5th in Dickinson. The day will include good food, inspirational talks, the celebration of Reconciliation and Holy Mass, and the opportunity for young people aged 15+ to encounter Jesus. The cost is $25 for youth/young adults to attend and the registration deadline is Friday, November 27th. For more information and to register please visit the bismarckdiocese.com/search1. Contact Chris at (701) 204-7208 or ckraft@bismarckdiocese.com or Dean at (701) 471-3403 or dean.johs@msd1.org with any questions.

Men and women across the Diocese are preparing to begin the process of consecration to Saint Joseph by way of Father Donald Calloway’s recently-released book. The 33-day preparation can be done in a group or alone and makes for a great way to grow closer to Christ by better living the virtues of Saint Joseph, especially during this time marked by COVID-19. Although the consecration process can be started at any time, the start date chosen for beginning the Diocesan-wide devotion is Wednesday, November 25th so as to make the Act of Consecration on the Feast of the Holy Family, Sunday, December 27th. For more information on how to get started feel free to visit consecrationtostjoseph.org or contact Chris at ckraft@bismarckdiocese.com or (701) 204-7208.

The Diocese of Bismarck has an opening for a part-time cook to work one weekday (8-10 hrs.) per week at the Emmaus Place, a priest retirement facility in Bismarck. Job duties include preparing and serving of meals for the residents and clean-up. Must possess a valid driver’s license and have the ability to lift and carry 20 pounds. Prior cooking knowledge and experience is desirable. Please submit a cover letter, resume, three references and an application for employment, to Denise Jordan at djordan@bismarckdiocese.com or PO Box 1575, Bismarck, ND 58502.

As part of the celebration of the its 75th anniversary, the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit will have a 40 Hours Devotion on November 20, 21, and 22, a special 40-hour period of continuous prayer made before the Blessed Sacrament in solemn exposition. Of course, the focus of this devotion is on the Holy Eucharist. It gives us time to deepen our appreciation of the importance of the mystery of the Eucharist in our lives. The event includes Eucharistic Adoration in the main church, Masses, confessions, and Fr. Brian Gross will lead a parish mission with a series of homilies on the Eucharist. All are welcome to attend as much of the 40 Hours as their schedule permits. Adoration during this event is open to everyone in the Diocese of Bismarck. At least two adorers are needed for each hour during the three-day period. Go to cathedralparish.com for a full schedule and to sign up for adoration or call the parish office at 223-1033. This is a great time to give thanks for all of our blessings and to prepare our hearts for Advent.

Monsignor Schumacher brings the sacraments to the sick and dying.

First-ever religious community focused on Montessori education

Eucharistic procession in Minot sends out message of prayer and peace.

Pope Francis calls for a politics of love; we are living in, and have even become accustomed to, a politics of hostility.

State-sponsored or legislative coercion through a universal vaccine mandate raises ethical concerns, especially when appropriate exemptions are unavailable.

Reminds us of the great inheritance we have received but also remind us that we must not squander this inheritance.

The answer to this question is actually quite simple: because Jesus said so.

The USCCB has designated Nov. 1-7 as National Vocation Awareness Week. In your prayers this week, please ask Our Lord for an increase in priests, deacons and consecrated men and women to respond to the call to religious life. May they be inspired by Jesus Christ, supported by their families and faith community, and respond generously to God’s gift of a vocation. To learn more about joining a group dedicated to praying for an increase in religious vocations, please visit bismanserra.com for additional information.

Dakota Hope Clinic in Minot is hosting their annual Festival of Trees Nov. 20-21 at the ND State Fair Event Center. The festival opens at noon on Nov. 20 with the Dakota Holiday Market and Sweet Shoppe where Pride of Dakota and other vendors will showcase their products. Across the hall, enjoy a "Concert in the Trees," featuring local music talent among the decorated Christmas trees. Saturday, Nov. 21, the Dakota Holiday Market and Sweet Shoppe is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Across the hall, concessions will be available and "Follow the Star" Family Treasure Hunt and Open House will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A free photo booth will give families a chance to get a photo. At 11 a.m., individuals and families who have pre-registered and paid their registration fee, will be "Dashing Through the Snow" in a 5K run and family fun run. Donations will be accepted, but not required for admission to daytime events. Doors open for the Festival of Trees Dinner and Auction at 5 p.m. on Saturday with holiday music and food, viewing of trees, raffle ticket sales and bidding on silent auction items. This is a ticketed event with tickets selling for $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Nativity sets, centerpieces, wreaths, and many other items will be available for bids. The live auction of decorated Christmas trees begins at 6:30 p.m. Next-day delivery and set-up of trees is available within a 10-mile radius of Minot. Information and registration for "Dashing Through the Snow" and tickets for the Festival of Trees Dinner and Auction are available online at www.festoftrees.org or www.dakotahope.org/events. Tickets are also available at Caribbean Color, Dakota Hope Clinic, Thrivent Financial, and Scheels All Sports.

I ask you, please, vote as a Catholic citizen with your conscience informed by the Church’s clear teaching.

Please join us in your parish or online at: www.CatholicCharitiesND.org to celebrate Catholic Charities Sunday on Oct. 24-25. This year there has been an increased need for charity care and other services, and so they especially need your support. Watch the video to learn how Catholic Charities North Dakota is adapting to reach those in need during the pandemic and increasing outreach by adding a new guardianship program for the elderly and mental health issues, starting telehealth for their counseling services, and expanding the AASK program and adding ND Post-Adopt services. Learn more, watch the new video and give securely online at www.CatholicCharitiesND.org or Facebook. Together, let’s celebrate “US” – united and strong! Click on the title above to view/download the PDFs for the flyer and ad.

Spirit of Life is seeking a full-time maintenance worker. Position is responsible for applying basic fixes to equipment and building systems and ensuring facilities are tidy and functional. Being reliable with a keen eye for detail is essential. Duties would include cleaning building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them, clean and supply restrooms, remove waste and empty trash, organize janitorial storage areas, applying basic fixes to equipment and building systems, basic upkeep of church grounds including mowing lawn and removing snow from sidewalks. The ideal candidate will have experience and solid technical knowledge. This position offers benefits, health, dental, vision and 401k. Salary will be based off of prior experience. If you are interested, please send a resume to 801 1st St. SE, Mandan, ND 58554 or email to stacey@myspiritoflife.com.

Spirit of Life Parish in Mandan is inviting everyone to come in prayer to heal our nation. A Patriotic Rosary dedicates one Hail Mary in a traditional Catholic Rosary to each state of the United States and asks God’s protection and guidance of our nation. It will be said on Thursdays Oct. 15, 22 and 29 at 7 p.m. at Spirit of Life. Please join as we come together to strengthen our nation.

The Church of St. Ann in Hebron is hosting a three-night parish mission titled “Faith and Darkness" on Sunday through Tuesday, Oct 18-20. Each evening presentation by Msgr. James Shea begins at 7 p.m. (central time) All are welcome to attend.