Staying Connected
In response to COVID-19, also known as Coronavirus, we are implementing measures to reduce possible exposure and transmission. Thank you for your cooperation and for your supportive spirit in these uncertain times. Here are a few ways we can remain spiritually connected.
Mass at Saint Bonaventure - Pentecost - May 31, 2020
Mass will be posted here each week. Find previous weeks on our Saint Bonaventure YouTube channel.
Mass will be posted here each week. Find previous weeks on our Saint Bonaventure YouTube channel.
Notes from Our Friar
Find video reflections, weekly scripture notes and more on our blog page, Notes from Our Friar.
Find video reflections, weekly scripture notes and more on our blog page, Notes from Our Friar.
Email Updates
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Parish Update on 4-28-20
Our world has changed, but our mission remains the same, to Love God—Love Others—Make Disciples. We wanted to reach out and share what we have going on in our church community from parish communications to parish operations to Sacraments during this time.
Our world has changed, but our mission remains the same, to Love God—Love Others—Make Disciples. We wanted to reach out and share what we have going on in our church community from parish communications to parish operations to Sacraments during this time.
My house is a house of prayer for all people. - Isaiah 56:7
The church (Door 5) is open Sunday - Friday between 7:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. and Saturday from 7:30 - 11 a.m. and 3 - 6:30 p.m. for anyone to come forth to pray. We are touched that many come to pray in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament within the tabernacle. Please respect social distancing.
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Friar Bryan welcomes parishioners to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Please call 952-297-8415 or email him to schedule an appointment.
Together: Family Day Retreat
Come together as a family to grow in your faith and your relationships with one another – plus have some fun! This is a simple retreat for families to be done at home, with activity choices to cater to older or younger children. The suggested date was Saturday, May 9, but feel free to schedule your family retreat on a day that works for you! See details in the Retreat Guide.
Cherub Memorial Garden - Respect Life
Parishioners who have lost a child in early pregnancy, stillbirth, newborn death or SIDS, are invited to register for a spot to put a single stem solar light and plant a surrounding 12-15” ring of ANNUAL flowers, in remembrance of their beloved infant in our Cherub Memorial Garden.
Adopt a Felon - Respect Life Ministry
The Respect Life Ministry is inviting you to join them and adopt a felon and to pray for them until Pentecost. Cards with names of felons are on the shelf next to the statue of the Holy Family near Door 5. If you come to visit our Lord in the church, please feel free to take 2 or 3 cards home with you and pray for these people, keeping in mind that our Lord died for love of them too. Remember that our Lord's greatest loss is the loss of a soul, and His mercy extends to all. Thank you!
Stewardship at Saint Bonaventure
Thank you to all those who continue to send in your regular church offering or give online. Your support is greatly appreciated!
Diaper Drive - Respect Life Ministry
Normally every year the Respect Life Ministry conducts a diaper drive for St Vincent de Paul food shelf recipients. This year is in no way normal! But the need remains the same.
Gowns for Caregivers
A local nursing home is in dire need of gowns. If you would like to help or have questions, please contact us and we will connect you to Shirley.
Saint Vincent de Paul Food Shelf
The Saint Bonaventure chapter of the Saint Vincent de Paul Society is operating a Drive - Thru Food Shelf in the South parking lot.
MinisTREE
Thank you for your generosity! If you still have MinisTREE cards to return, there is no rush or deadline we will take them at any time! You can mail them or drop them off in the entryway of the Parish Office.
Check Out the Bulletin
We continue to offer our weekly bulletin on our News page and place a limited amount of printed copies in the church. Feel free to sign up through LPi to receive our bulletin and newsletter online here.
Spread the Spirit
Help spread the spirit of our community by calling fellow parishioners who may not receive these emails or may feel isolated.
The church (Door 5) is open Sunday - Friday between 7:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. and Saturday from 7:30 - 11 a.m. and 3 - 6:30 p.m. for anyone to come forth to pray. We are touched that many come to pray in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament within the tabernacle. Please respect social distancing.
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Friar Bryan welcomes parishioners to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Please call 952-297-8415 or email him to schedule an appointment.
- During this time of the pandemic, the Church certainly welcomes the following: In lieu of celebrating the Sacrament of Reconciliation, the faithful are encouraged to make a regular examination of conscience — even daily — and to pray for forgiveness whenever aware of personal sin, particularly an Act of Contrition.
Together: Family Day Retreat
Come together as a family to grow in your faith and your relationships with one another – plus have some fun! This is a simple retreat for families to be done at home, with activity choices to cater to older or younger children. The suggested date was Saturday, May 9, but feel free to schedule your family retreat on a day that works for you! See details in the Retreat Guide.
Cherub Memorial Garden - Respect Life
Parishioners who have lost a child in early pregnancy, stillbirth, newborn death or SIDS, are invited to register for a spot to put a single stem solar light and plant a surrounding 12-15” ring of ANNUAL flowers, in remembrance of their beloved infant in our Cherub Memorial Garden.
- Friar Bryan will bless the Cherub Memorial Garden at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, May 24.
Adopt a Felon - Respect Life Ministry
The Respect Life Ministry is inviting you to join them and adopt a felon and to pray for them until Pentecost. Cards with names of felons are on the shelf next to the statue of the Holy Family near Door 5. If you come to visit our Lord in the church, please feel free to take 2 or 3 cards home with you and pray for these people, keeping in mind that our Lord died for love of them too. Remember that our Lord's greatest loss is the loss of a soul, and His mercy extends to all. Thank you!
Stewardship at Saint Bonaventure
Thank you to all those who continue to send in your regular church offering or give online. Your support is greatly appreciated!
- If you would like to give online, click here.
- You can mail in your regular church offering.
- If you would like to give over the phone, call Jodi Ketter, 952-297-8417.
Diaper Drive - Respect Life Ministry
Normally every year the Respect Life Ministry conducts a diaper drive for St Vincent de Paul food shelf recipients. This year is in no way normal! But the need remains the same.
- Donate anytime between Mother’s Day and Father’s Day - by dropping a package of diapers in the SVdP box outside the chapel area.
- We need larger sizes only: 4, 5, & 6. Diaper wipes are needed as well.
Gowns for Caregivers
A local nursing home is in dire need of gowns. If you would like to help or have questions, please contact us and we will connect you to Shirley.
- If you would like to sew gowns, Shirley has a pattern and will supply you with all the materials necessary to make the gowns: pieces cut and ready to sew, elastic, and bias tape.
- If you would like to donate sheets (the polyester/cotton blend is perfect for making gowns), you can drop them off in the entryway near door 5.
Saint Vincent de Paul Food Shelf
The Saint Bonaventure chapter of the Saint Vincent de Paul Society is operating a Drive - Thru Food Shelf in the South parking lot.
- Drive -Thru Food Shelf: Tuesdays, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. and Fridays, 2 - 4 p.m.
- How can you help:
- If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us and we will connect you to Ray.
- If you would like to donate: drop off items in the SVdP bin, located by Door 5 in the North entrance of the church.
- Recommended Items: apple sauce, canned vegetables, canned fruit, creamy peanut butter, pasta, pasta sauce, and tuna.
MinisTREE
Thank you for your generosity! If you still have MinisTREE cards to return, there is no rush or deadline we will take them at any time! You can mail them or drop them off in the entryway of the Parish Office.
Check Out the Bulletin
We continue to offer our weekly bulletin on our News page and place a limited amount of printed copies in the church. Feel free to sign up through LPi to receive our bulletin and newsletter online here.
Spread the Spirit
Help spread the spirit of our community by calling fellow parishioners who may not receive these emails or may feel isolated.