by Tom Halden, Archdiocesan Director of Communications
The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis has reached an agreement with abuse survivors, all parishes and related Catholic entities that will resolve the bankruptcy. Archbishop Bernard Hebda and Tom Abood, chair of the Archdiocesan Finance Council, addressed the media during a news conference at 2 p.m. on May 31, 2018.
We are making that video and letter from the Archbishop available here on our website, along with information about how the settlement impacts our parish.
It is in darkness and silence that abuse occurs and all too often it is only later that we realize that there were symptoms. Lay ministry volunteers, parents and catechists are in a special position to recognize signs of potential abuse suffered by children, the elderly or vulnerable adults, and bring it into the light. Won’t you join us in proactively protecting our most vulnerable community members? On Saturday, February 25, we will host safe environment training here at the church. All are welcome! Please pre-register online.
Registration for Faith Formation and Sacramental Preparation classes (First Reconciliation/First Eucharist and Confirmation) for children between the ages of 4 years through high school has been extended until Friday, September 23.
On Wednesday, September 28, our parish school, Blessed Trinity, is holding a 6:00 - 9:00pm live training session at the BTCS Nicollet Campus (St. Peter's Church). All parents, as well as other adults who are interested in supporting the youth of our parish, are encouraged to attend. Please pre-register online.