The St. Mathias annual Deer Hunter Mass will take place on Saturday, November 9th at 8:00pm. All are welcome! St. Hubert, pray for us.

Save the date for the highly anticipated 4th annual Artisan Fair at All Saints! Whether you are a talented and crafty Artisan showcasing your creations or someone who is simply looking to shop early for delightful Christmas gifts, this is an event you definitely won’t want to miss out on! Join us for a day filled with unique handmade goods and community spirit.

November 9th at All Saints Catholic Church 9:00am-3:00pm.
16898 Carlson Lake Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401

Artisans please contact Sue at 651-336-9242
Volunteers needed to help set up please contact Bonnie Staples at 218-892-0308

Join us for an evening of Praise & Worship Music at St. Francis beginning at 7:00pm. Bring your family and friends for a night filled with uplifting melodies and heartfelt lyrics that celebrate faith and community. Our talented musicians and vocalists will guide us through an inspiring musical journey, creating an atmosphere of joy and reverence. All are welcome to this special event. Come and share in the spirit of unity and praise!

The Mass of Remembrance for St. Francis & All Saints will be held at the 5:00pm. Mass on November 2, 2024 at St. Francis Church in Brainerd, MN (9th and Juniper).

The candle lighting ceremony begins at 4:55pm. There will be a designated space to place a a picture of your loved one or a small bouquet of flowers. Please RSVP below if you plan to attend. For those who cannot attend, we will be live-streaming on our homepage.

For St. Andrew’s & St. Mathias Mass of Remembrance on November 3, 2024 during the 10:30AM mass. Please RSVP with the St. Andrew’s Parish Office at 218-454-1625.

Join the Knights of Columbus for a French toast and sausage breakfast on Sunday, October 20th after the 8:00am Mass at St. Mathias! Proceeds from the event will support the St. Francis of the Lakes Catholic School 8th grade trip to Washington D.C. All are welcome!

Meet our speakers!

Connie Bruesch I am a wife, mother, and grandmother. I love God the Father, Jesus the Son, and the Holy Spirit. My ministry experience includes Director of High School Youth Ministry, Director of Middle School Faith Formation, Director of Ministry at Pacem in Terris Retreat Center, Founder and Executive Director of Transformed by Love Ministries, Chaplain at St. Joseph’s Hospital, and Chaplain for Pohl’s Pediatric Hospice.

Fr. Scott Padrnos
Fr. Scott grew up on the edge of Brainerd and Nisswa. His parents, Dan and Sue, owned and operated a small resort on Gull Lake, where Fr. Scott and his four siblings grew up working. After graduating from Brainerd High School in 2008, he went to St. John’s University in Collegeville for his undergraduate studies. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and returned to the resort in 2012. After a brief stint at Aerotech as a recruiter for businesses in the St. Cloud area, Fr. Scott returned home with plans to remain at the resort. However, the Lord had other plans. After an encounter with the living God, the desire to become a priest continued to grow. A few months later, he started the application process for seminary. He was ordained June 24, 2022, at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary in Duluth. In Fr. Scott's words, “I have fallen in love with Jesus Christ and desire to spread that fire of His love to everyone I encounter!”

Join us for an evening of Praise & Worship Music at St. Francis beginning at 7:00pm. Bring your family and friends for a night filled with uplifting melodies and heartfelt lyrics that celebrate faith and community. Our talented musicians and vocalists will guide us through an inspiring musical journey, creating an atmosphere of joy and reverence. All are welcome to this special event. Come and share in the spirit of unity and praise!

Presented by Patrice Critchley-Menor, Director of Social Apostolate for the Diocese of Duluth. Please join clergy and fellow parishioners to learn about our call to participate in public life! The presentation will be offered at Holy Family in Duluth on Oct. 3 at 7 pm, St. Francis in Brainerd on Oct. 8 at 7 pm, and St. Joseph in Chisholm on Oct. 15 at 7 pm.

Join the Knights of Columbus after the 7:30 am and 9:00 am Mass at St. Francis on the following dates: October 6th, December 15th, January 26th, and February 2nd for a delicious pancake breakfast! Enjoy a variety of breakfast essentials, including french toast, pancakes, sausage, and eggs. All proceeds from the event will support various ministries and groups at St. Francis & All Saints. We look forward to seeing you there!

St. Francis Oktoberfest will be happening on Saturday, October 5th, beginning at 4:30 PM and continuing until 6:30 PM at the St. Francis of the Lakes School yard. Attendees can look forward to delicious Bratwurst, lively music performed by Bruce Archer, a selection of beer, and exciting games! We truly hope you've been practicing your Hammerschlagen technique in preparation for the festivities. Please make sure to bring the whole family along to this enjoyable community event filled with fun and good cheer!

The Passing of St. Francis of Assisi. Please join the Spiritus Sanctus Secular Franciscan Fraternity in remembering the Passing of St. Francis on Thursday, October 3rd at St. Francis Church, Brainerd, following the 5:30 evening Mass.  Franciscan  Friars,  Consecrated  Religious  and  Secular Franciscans  throughout  the  world  participate  in  noting  St.Francis’ death in evening prayer on the anniversary of his death. The fraternity is hosting a reception in the Social Hall following the remembrance.

Join the Knights of Columbus for a French toast and sausage breakfast on Sunday, September 29th after the 10:00am Mass at St. Andrew’s! Proceeds from the event will support Coats for Kids. The Knights will be distributing 96 brand-new coats in Brainerd this year. Since 2009, the Knights of Columbus as a whole have distributed over 1 million new coats! All are welcome!

We are activating the Bishop Baraga Vocations Apostolate after a 5 year break due to COVID. We are inviting all of you to join us for an evening to jump start this very beneficial and important apostolate. This apostolate, although intended for our clergy, religious, and seminarians, also, benefits us the parishioners who count on, receive the sacraments, enjoy, and are fed by them. In order for us to benefit from our clergy and religious, and continue to support our seminarians discerning to call to the priesthood, we must first support them. Let us gather to support our priests, deacons, religious, and seminarians and to give thanks to God for all He has provided for us.

Kids who play piano or organ are welcome to come up to the loft on Sept 15 after the 9:00am Mass & play one of your favorite pieces or simply come up and check out the organ with Kathy B!

Attention Vintage and Classic Car Owners!

Join us on Sunday, September 15th at the 8:00am Mass at St. Mathias!
Father Gabriel will be blessing all of the cars afterward.

Need to reserve a parking spot for your timeless beauty?
Please contact Mary Sather at 218-828-1989.

Come Join Us! St. Vincent de Paul's, 3rd annual Friends of the Poor Walk on Saturday, September 14th, 2024 at 9:00 AM. Registration starts at 8:30 AM at St. Francis School parking lot. People and pets welcome. Donate to win prizes. Any size donation is appreciated. If you cannot join us, please send donations to: St. Vincent de Paul, PO Box 394, Merrifield, MN 56465. St. Vincent de Paul is 100% community funded. Together let's help those in need.

Monsignor Buh Men and Boys Walking Pilgrimage

On September 14, the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Men and Boys from across the diocese will “Carry the Cross” following the missionary path of Monsignor Buh from the chapel at Crow Wing State Park and concluding at Saint Andrew’s church with a 4:30 Mass.

We will depart from St. Andrew’s church by bus at 9:00am.

For more information, contact Deacon Dan O’Reilly at 218-831-3197 or dcn.dan.oreilly@duluthcatholic.org

Join us for an evening of Praise & Worship Music at St. Francis beginning at 7:00pm. Bring your family and friends for a night filled with uplifting melodies and heartfelt lyrics that celebrate faith and community. Our talented musicians and vocalists will guide us through an inspiring musical journey, creating an atmosphere of joy and reverence. All are welcome to this special event. Come and share in the spirit of unity and praise!

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

 We are happy and excited to announce that the Brainerd Catholic Churches will begin Catechesis of the Good Shepherd at St Andrew and St Francis for children age 3 & 4 from all of our parishes.

 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd has been in existence for 40 years in the USA and even longer in Italy where it originated. It is a beautiful way of catechizing that builds on the bond which already exists between God and the child.

 The catechist’s role is to prepare the environment (known as an atrium), and to offer selected presentations from scripture and liturgy. He or she listens with the child and together they ask, “God, who are you? How do you love us?”

 The specially prepared atrium along with the catechist serving as guide rather than teacher, helps the relationship between God and the child to flourish.

 This will be the only program for 3 & 4 year old children in our parishes (apart from St Mathias).

Parents of this age children are invited to attend an information session at either:

St Andrew, Wednesday, September 4, 6:30 in classroom 7
or
St Francis, Thursday, September 5, 6:30 in the social hall

 We hope you can come to one of the above information sessions to find out more about Catechesis of the Good Shepherd and meet the catechists!

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

 We are happy and excited to announce that the Brainerd Catholic Churches will begin Catechesis of the Good Shepherd at St Andrew and St Francis for children age 3 & 4 from all of our parishes.

 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd has been in existence for 40 years in the USA and even longer in Italy where it originated. It is a beautiful way of catechizing that builds on the bond which already exists between God and the child.

 The catechist’s role is to prepare the environment (known as an atrium), and to offer selected presentations from scripture and liturgy. He or she listens with the child and together they ask, “God, who are you? How do you love us?”

 The specially prepared atrium along with the catechist serving as guide rather than teacher, helps the relationship between God and the child to flourish.

 This will be the only program for 3 & 4 year old children in our parishes (apart from St Mathias).

Parents of this age children are invited to attend an information session at either:

St Andrew, Wednesday, September 4, 6:30 in classroom 7
or
St Francis, Thursday, September 5, 6:30 in the social hall

 We hope you can come to one of the above information sessions to find out more about Catechesis of the Good Shepherd and meet the catechists!

Its time again for Gospel Around the Grill! Join us at All Saints every Wednesday in August. Each week will feature a new speaker and different topic. Food will be ready to eat by 5:30pm, talk will begin at 6:00pm. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share! We look forward to seeing you there!

Week 4 August 28th - Fr. Gabriel, Why St. Monica?

Join the Knights of Columbus for a Brat Cookout after Mass on August 25th at All Saints! They will have brats, sides and beverages to enjoy. Cost is a freewill offering, proceeds go toward the Cambodia mission. Don’t miss out on this chance to connect with fellow parishioners and savor some delicious food. We look forward to seeing you there and sharing in this wonderful event!

Its time again for Gospel Around the Grill! Join us at All Saints every Wednesday in August. Each week will feature a new speaker and different topic. Food will be ready to eat by 5:30pm, talk will begin at 6:00pm. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share! We look forward to seeing you there!

Week 3 August 21st - Fr. Michael Garry, Eucharistic Congress Experience

All women are invited to join the Sisters in Christ Rosary Walk & Coffee Talk! We will meet in Gregory Park by the Gazebo at 8:15am.

8:20am- Rosary Walk
9:00am- Coffee Talk

Saturday’s May 25th, June 15th, July 20th, August 17th

Bring a lawn chair and coffee. Each month will feature a different topic presented by one of our priests.

* In case of inclement weather, we will meet in the St. Francis Church Social Hall.

For more information please call Connie Bruesch at 218-454-4568 or connie@transformedbyloveministries.com

Join us for the Feast of The Assumption, a Holy Day of Obligation.

This significant feast day recalls the spiritual and physical departure of the mother of Jesus Christ from the earth, when both her soul and her body were taken into the presence of God.

Its time again for Gospel Around the Grill! Join us at All Saints every Wednesday in August. Each week will feature a new speaker and different topic. Food will be ready to eat by 5:30pm, talk will begin at 6:00pm. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share! We look forward to seeing you there!

Week 2 August 14th - Seminarian, Jacob Tschida John’s Story, Bring your bible!