Saint Cloud Mission Office

What a beautiful opportunity I had to meet with some of our Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers friends last week, learning from you and growing with you as we walk together in faith. Thank You all for your welcoming kindness, your thoughtful guidance and the amazing energy.

Today is the 24th anniversary of the murder of one of our beloved missioners, Fr. John Kaiser MHM. Fr. John gave his life fighting for justice, peace and equality for the people he served and ministered to in Kenya Africa. May we find our voice and have the courage to stand up against injustice as Fr. John did.

Thank you so much to Fr. John Paul Knopik and the Ladies of the Sewing Circle at St. Mary's Church in Chokio, MN for such a warm and wonderful welcome Mass & Meal. We love any opportunity to share all that we help to do here at the St. Cloud Mission Office cant wait to see you all again soon.

Celebrate the strength & courage of people who have been forced to flee their home country to escape from conflict or persecution.

We can only build the future by standing together, including everyone - Pope Francis

If you look really close.....everyday, you see life, you see Gods work ...you see little messages from him saying " hello, I love you"

Look to this day:
For it is life, the very life of life.
In its brief course
Lie all the verities and realities of your existence.
The bliss of growth,
The glory of action,
The splendour of achievement
Are but experiences of time.

For yesterday is but a dream
And tomorrow is only a vision;
And today well-lived, makes
Yesterday a dream of happiness
And every tomorrow a vision of hope.
Look well therefore to this day;
Such is the salutation to the ever-new dawn!

Come celebrate World Fair Trade Day with us and find something special for Mom - Stop by the Park Event Center and visit our table and help support - St. Cloud Mission Office is proud to be able to support our global brothers & sisters through selling their goods at a just wage and fair prices, as well as to be able to sell beautiful local crafts to support the work of mission.

A Prayer for Peace & Calm May today there be peace within. May you trust your highest power that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith. May you use those gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content knowing you are a child of God. Let this presence settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance. It is there for each and every one of you. Amen.
SAINT TERESA OF ÁVILA

Happy Tuesday - We wanted to share a few images from all around the world that we have gathered this week. People, working together, loving as Jesus loves, learning and living in union with each other - Just to brighten your day !
God Bless

What a Blessing today was... Thank you all so much for the connection, the worship, the celebration and joy that truly defines what "Mission" is... we all shared together today and loved as Jesus loves. A Special Thank You to Bishop Patrick Neary for your beautiful and spirited Liturgy, to Fr. Rodrigo for your heartfelt presentation on your call to vocation and to Cheryl Weichmann and your entire team..... you are all truly gifted and created such a welcoming space for us all....Thank you for sharing your home parish and helping to fill not only our hearts... the menu was amazing.

Here are a few pictures from today's 2024 Mission Rally, we hope to see you all in 2025

The Saint Cloud Mission Office is buzzing - Getting ready for the 2024 Spring Rally- We look forward to seeing you all soon !

The last couple of weeks we have come to the office to find this-
Not sure what issue you have with us but please stop destroying our property.

Hello from all of us here at the St. Cloud Mission Office- Spring Rally Update #2 -
Registrations are really starting to come in great, so we have decided to extend the opportunity until Next Thursday - April 18th....the more the merrier ! Check out our website or call in to register today !

Thursday, April 25th , 2024
8am- 1pm
St. Rosa, MN
(parking for those needing assistance is on the South Side of the Church)
28905 County Road 17 , Freeport MN 56331
Cost is $10.00 per person
Please make reservation & payment by April 18th
Gathering & Refreshments 8am
Mass w/ Bishop Patrick Neary C.S.C at 830
Come meet Fr. Rodrigo from Maryknoll
Meal & Fellowship times, Fair Trade Sales
Updates, Stories & Announcements from the Mission Office
Mission Group Displays & Samples
Dont Miss It !
For more information or to Register, Contact the Mission Office -320-251-1100

Spring Mission Rally UPDATE-
It has just come to our attention that there was a glitch with our website on-line registration but good news....it's back up and running great, so we can continue to take registrations again ! We look forward to seeing everyone soon

Thursday, April 25th, 2024
8:00am-1:00pm
St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church—St. Rosa, MN
(parking for those needing assistance is on South side of the church)
28905 County Road 17
Freeport, MN. 56331
Cost is $10.00 per person
Please make reservation and payment
by Thursday, April 11th
Gathering, refreshments & registration 8:00-8:30am
Mass with Bishop Patrick Neary C.S.C at 8:30am
Come meet Fr. Rodrigo from Maryknoll
Meal & Fellowship times, Fair Trade sales
Updates, stories, and announcements from the Mission Office
Mission Group displays and samples
Don’t Miss it!
CONTACT THE MISSION OFFICE FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER
(320) 251-1100

Just putting out a reminder that registration and payments for the 2024 Mission Rally are due next week Thursday, April 11th! Please reach out if you have any questions.

He is risen!! Alleluia!! Happy Easter everyone!!

Are you attending an Easter Vigil this year?

Wishing you a solemn Good Friday.

Its Holy Thursday! Welcome to the first day of the Triduum. *Note the office will be closed until next Tuesday.

Check out another story of hope from Uganda in honor of Rice Bowl!

Ugandan Farmers Fight Hunger | CRS Rice Bowl 2024 In Akwangagwel, Uganda, farmers depend heavily on the rainy season for a successful harvest. But lately—due to the changing climate—the rain has been coming ...

Not only is today Palm Sunday, but it is also the Anniversary of the death of St. Oscar Romero. Please join us in celebrating and remembering both.

Today is World Water Day. This year World Water day has the theme ‘Water for Peace’, with the intention of focusing on the critical role water plays in the prosperity and stability of the world.

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination!

Check out one of CRS' stories of hope in honor of CRS Rice Bowl!

Raising Chickens in El Salvador as a New Livelihood | CRS Rice Bowl 2024 In Morazán, El Salvador, it is difficult to know when the rainy or dry seasons will be. The unpredictable weather put the livelihood of Sandra's family in je...

Just a reminder that registration is open for our Spring 2024 Mission Rally! Sign up on our website home page here: www.stcloudmissionoffice.com, by phone, or using one of the registration forms sent out!

Have you contributed to your rice bowl this lent? It is never too late to start! If you are looking for any good resources check out their page here: www.crsricebowl.org/families