Welcome to St. Francis Xavier
Catholic Community
MASS TIMES
Monday-Thursday 8:00 am
Friday 8:00 am (Summer Time)
Saturday 4:00 pm
Sunday 10:30 am
Come, Celebrate with Us!
St. Francis Xavier parish is a growing community of disciples of Jesus Christ committed to loving God, loving others and making disciples. We seek to honor our faith tradition by authentically and creatively presenting it in our community especially to Catholics who have become disconnected to the Church.
An authentically Catholic parish community, a warm and open environment where you and your family will feel welcomed and at home. You’ll experience community and a relevant message that isn’t about rules but about you and God.
Fr. Patrick Hoeft
Pastor
Fr. Tom Knoblach
ACC Priest
Summer Hours (until August 28)
The office will close at 12:00pm on Fridays.
The new Mass schedule
Saturday
4:00 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier (confessions at 3:00 p.m.)
5:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart (confessions at 3:30 p.m.)
Sunday
8:00 a.m. at Annunciation (with confessions at 7:30 a.m.)
8:30 a.m. at St. Stephen (confessions at 8:00 a.m.)
10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart
10:30 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier
Weekday
Mass schedules are still in development but will likely remain the same as currently.
July 28, 4-7 pm.
Meet the ACC Staff!
David Walker
Melissa Fox
Hello. My name is David Walker. I’m the custodian for Sacred Heart Parish. I’ve been an active member all of my life but it really started back in 1997. I’m the oldest of 4 children. I have 2 sisters and a brother. Fraternal twins run in my family; my brother and sister, aunt and uncle and mother. I’m excited the diocese hired me. I could help out at the school I once attended and be more actively involved in the church and now the ACC community. I like being connected with others just as my father and great grandfather did while serving as the cemetery groundskeeper. One of my favorite bible verse is from Colossians 3:1-2.....It’s about setting your mind on things above and not on earthly things. As I close, I would like to say that it’s been a privilege working with you and I would like to meet you at our ACC Community Gatherings. Peace, David
My name is Melissa Fox and I am the Director of Faith Formation, First Sacraments, and Children's Liturgy of the word at St. Francis Xavier. I also direct Vacation Bible School for the ACC. My husband Mike and I have been married for almost 25 years and have 3 daughters, ages 23, 18, 15 and a son age 11. They keep us very busy! In my spare time, I love to play card games with my family, I also love to scrapbook, read and take pictures. My favorite scripture passage is: John 3:16, "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." This passage holds a very special place in my heart, as my first son was still born at 3:16am. Those numbers have reminded me of God's incredible promise, reminding me that death is not the end and that God's love is greater than my deepest sorrow. It gives me peace in knowing that because of Jesus, we have the promise of eternal life. I find walking with young people on their journey of faith, discovering it, asking questions, building a relationship with Jesus and being excited about their faith to be the most meaningful part about my job.
Prayer of Simplicity
Dear God, In my desire for You, take away anything that keeps me from knowing You, myself, or my mission here on earth. Help me to remember what is truly important, and to seek.
Ministry Perspectives – Reflections from our Pastoral Team
The One In Christ ACC Planning Council is looking for more parish members to become involved in the work of the Stewardship, Evangelization and Young Adult engagement committees of our ACC to share their creative ideas and to foster communication with parishioners. This is an opportunity to participate more deeply in your faith and help drive the direction of our Catholic community.
Contact any one of your parish representatives or your parish office
if you are interested or want to learn more.
Fr. Ron Weyrens
Evangelization Committee - One in Christ, is asking for your prayers. Pray that the Holy Spirit guides us as we go forward in discipleship planning. Thank you!
ELECTRONIC GIVING
A great way to make your contributions to St. Francis Xavier Parish is through electronic giving. Most people set up once a month contributions, but you can set up weekly, semi-monthly or even quarterly donations if you wish to do so. Donations can be made by automatic bank debits or by credit card. Authorization forms are available in the entrances to the gathering place or at the parish office. If you have any questions, please contact Tom Offerdahl in the parish office – 320-252-1363, Ext. 405 or by email at tofferdahl@stfrancissartell.org .
We are a Welcoming Catholic Community called by God to follow Jesus Christ.
Our faith leads us on a path of hope as we worship together support each other, and promote life-long education.
We join together in loving and sensitive outreach to all people.
OUR MISSION