Upcoming Events Descriptions

This page lists upcoming events, classes, workshops, and socials that are open to the parish at large. Many of these events may be listed elsewhere on this website. This page is designed to be a comprehensive, one stop look at upcoming events. The column to the right of each listing signifies whether one of our volunteer WebReporters will cover the event. If the event is being covered, a story will appear in the Events in Review section of our website within 72 hours of the event. If you would be interested in being added to our pool of web reporters, read more details.

How We See Our Faith: Emerging Paradigms: This 4 part workshop, led by Tom Smith-Myott, SJA Adult Formation Director, will be a stimulating discussion of how the new cosmology is changing the paradigm or lens through which we view our faith and spirituality and its implications for our theology of faith, God, Jesus and the bible. Tuesdays, May 13, 20, 27 & June 3, 7—8:30 pm in the Parish Center Upper Room. All are welcome.

“At the Death House Door”: SJA is partnering with MN Advocates for Human Rights and the Innocence Project for a screening of a new independent film on Wednesday, May 14 at 7 pm in the Church. This film looks at the death penalty through the eyes of a prison chaplain in Texas. The evening will include info on ways you can advocate for criminal justice reform and end capital punishment.

Spiritual Resources at the Benedictine Center: “Retreat for Those in Transition” led by spiritual director Steve Arnold will be held Friday, May 16, 7 pm—Saturday, May 17, 1 pm. “Is There Such a Thing as a Spirituality of Work” led by pastoral theologian Bernard Evans will be held Wednesday, May 21, 7—9 pm. FFI call 651.777.8181 or go to www.stpaulsmonastery.org.

The Annual Parish Picnic will be held on Sunday, May 18 from 4 to 8 pm in the gym. Join us for carnival games, face painting, a clown and entertainment. Bring yourself, your family and a salad or dessert to share. Burgers, brats and beverages will be provided. FFI or to volunteer please call Steve Friedrichs at the Parish Center.

Alliance of the Streets Annual Italian Dinner: Alliance of the Streets, a program of St. Stephen’s Human Services, invites you to Plymouth Congregational Church on Tuesday, May 20 between 5 and 7pm for great food and no speeches! This evening will help fund programs including connection to voicemail boxes for job and housing searches; annual holiday drop-in centers and publication of the Handbook of the Streets, an invaluable resource for those who are homeless. Tickets: $20 RSVP: Mike: 612.870.2283 or mmenner@ststephensmpls.org.

Creating a Compassionate Democracy: Wisdom Ways Center for Spirituality, a ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, invites you to attend our 13th annual summer spirituality institute, June 27—28. Learn how to engage in deep dialogue with presenter Ashok Gangadean, Ph.D., co-convener of the World Commission on Global Consciousness and Spirituality and founder-director of the Global Dialogue Institute. FFI call 651.696.2788 or go to www.wisdomwayscenter.org.

How We See Our Faith: Emerging Paradigms: This 4 part workshop, led by Tom Smith-Myott, SJA Adult Formation Director, will be a stimulating discussion of how the new cosmology is changing the paradigm or lens through which we view our faith and spirituality and its implications for our theology of faith, God, Jesus and the bible. Tuesdays, May 13, 20, 27 & June 3, 7—8:30 pm in the Parish Center Upper Room. All are welcome.
“At the Death House Door”: SJA is partnering with MN Advocates for Human Rights and the Innocence Project for a screening of a new independent film on Wednesday, May 14 at 7 pm in the Church. This film looks at the death penalty through the eyes of a prison chaplain in Texas. The evening will include info on ways you can advocate for criminal justice reform and end capital punishment.
Spiritual Resources at the Benedictine Center: “Retreat for Those in Transition” led by spiritual director Steve Arnold will be held Friday, May 16, 7 pm—Saturday, May 17, 1 pm. “Is There Such a Thing as a Spirituality of Work” led by pastoral theologian Bernard Evans will be held Wednesday, May 21, 7—9 pm. FFI call 651.777.8181 or go to www.stpaulsmonastery.org.
The Annual Parish Picnic will be held on Sunday, May 18 from 4 to 8 pm in the gym. Join us for carnival games, face painting, a clown and entertainment. Bring yourself, your family and a salad or dessert to share. Burgers, brats and beverages will be provided. FFI or to volunteer please call Steve Friedrichs at the Parish Center.
Alliance of the Streets Annual Italian Dinner: Alliance of the Streets, a program of St. Stephen’s Human Services, invites you to Plymouth Congregational Church on Tuesday, May 20 between 5 and 7pm for great food and no speeches! This evening will help fund programs including connection to voicemail boxes for job and housing searches; annual holiday drop-in centers and publication of the Handbook of the Streets, an invaluable resource for those who are homeless. Tickets: $20 RSVP: Mike: 612.870.2283 or mmenner@ststephensmpls.org.