Weekly Update 8- October 29, 2026
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| Fr. 10.30 | Archbishop Hebda visit starting with 8:00 AM K-8 School Mass with an All Saints Procession 1:45 PM Staff/Student Volleyball Game (gym) 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM The Eucharistic Miracles of the World (Doran Hall) |
| Sa. 10.31 | 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM The Eucharistic Miracles of the World (Doran Hall) |
| Su. 11.1 | Daylight Savings Time ends 10:00 AM All Saints Day Mass followed by All Saints Day Party (church & Doran Hall) |
| Mo. 11.2 | Wolf Ridge trip departs Out-of-Uniform passes may be used |
| We. 11.4 | 6:00 PM Ignite (6th-8th) and Spark (2nd-5th) Youth Groups (youth room) |
| Fr. 11.6 | NO BUS SERVICE 8:00 AM Opening of Eucharistic Days K-8 Mass (church) Wolf Ridge trip returns 6:30 - 8:00 PM Family Holy Hour for Eucharistic Days (church) |
| Sa. 11.7 | 6:00 PM Vatican Nights: social & speaker (Doran Hall) for ages 21+ |
| Su. 11.8 | Eucharistic Days Parish Celebration following 10:00 Mass |
Looking Ahead |
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| Fr. 11.13 | SCHOOL NOT IN SESSION: Staff Development Day 8:00-9:00 AM Explore & Kindergarten Event (school) |
| Mo. 11.23-Tu. 11.24 | NO BUS SERVICE |
| We. 11.25-Fr. 11.27 | No school: Thanksgiving Break |
Dear St. Charles Parents,
It’s an exciting week here in the bricks of St. Charles! I would like to share an event coming up on November 13th for potential Preschool and Kindergarten students next year! There is information below that you can share with your friends and family who would make great Charger families. Our mission is to make disciples of Jesus Christ who strive for excellence in faith, virtue, service, and academics. If you have any friends or family who would like their children to be formed as disciples of Jesus Christ and are looking for a school that will partner with them, I think we would be a great fit! If you think so too, please share. You can also look on your Facebook and Instagram to find postings that you can easily share with other parents.
Do I need to remind anyone that tomorrow is Friday, and it will be HUGE here at St. Charles? Mass with Archbishop Hebda, and our 1st grade saints leading the procession, begins at 8:00 AM sharp. The Vatican Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit will be in Doran Hall. The children will all have the chance to tour the exhibit on Friday. (You’ll have to wait until after school on Friday or 8:30-6:00 on Saturday.) The Archbishop will be touring the school after Mass, and the 1st graders will be blessing the school with their voices as they walk the grounds and sing the Litany of the Saints. At 1:45 PM, the St. Charles staff will take on the 8th grade girls’ volleyball team. After seeing how those girls serve, I’ll be wearing a helmet and a mouthguard. I always look forward to Friday, but this one is going to be epic!
Next week our 6th graders will travel to Wolf Ridge! Keep them in your prayers.
Next weekend is Eucharistic Days at our parish, and there are details about the celebration below and in this weekend’s parish bulletin!
God bless you,
Danny Kieffer
St. Charles School Principal
Explore Preschool & Kindergarten Event ~ Friday, November 13, from 8:00-9:00 AM ~ Spread the Word!
Come explore where learning begins with love! Families with children ages 3 to 5 are invited to enjoy muffins and juice with our Preschool and Kindergarten teachers, visit our classrooms, and complete a scavenger hunt together. You’ll also learn about enrollment, tuition, and tuition assistance for the 2027-28 school year. Registration is free; siblings are welcome.
Schulze Early Learning Scholarships for PreK
Schulze Early Learning Scholarships (SELS) for the 2027-2028 school year will open on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Only families with a child entering PreK next year are eligible. For more information, click HERE.
Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive ~ Starting November 2
The 3rd graders are hosting the 31st Annual St. Charles School Thanksgiving Food Drive that runs Monday, November 2 – Friday, November 20. The donations go to the Missionaries of Charity in Minneapolis and the Franciscan Brothers of Peace in St. Paul.
- The Brothers are in need of personal hygiene items and any non-perishable foods. They also requested traditional Thanksgiving dinner food items. Canned foods are of lesser need, but are still appreciated.
- The Sisters are requesting the following: boxed food, dried beans, white rice, maseca flour, cooking oil, cereal (any), spaghetti noodles & sauce, and any noodles (including ramen). Also appreciated are diapers in sizes 3, 4, and 5, paper products (toilet paper, paper towels, Kleenex), and personal hygiene products.
- Special note: Please do not donate anything in glass jars. Thank you!
God bless your generosity to our neighbors in need!
Borromeo Bash ~ Looking for Silent Auction Volunteers!
The Borromeo Bash committee has kicked off its meetings and is in need of volunteers to join the silent auction team!
Requirements
- Attend a monthly hour-long Bash meeting (7 total)
- Assist in outreach via email or phone to local businesses for auction items
- Help coordinate silent auction logistics
- You will be trained and have lots of fun doing it!
Next meeting is Tuesday, November 10th, at 7:30 PM. Please reach out to Borromeo Bash if interested!
Fall Sports Wrap Up
Congratulations to all our soccer and volleyball players for a wonderful fall season! We saw so much growth, not only in skill development but also in cooperation and teamwork. We are proud of the sportsmanship and character you showed throughout the season. A special thank you to Mr. Hartnett and Mrs. Seashore for leading our soccer and volleyball programs, and to all of our coaches who spend so much time and energy helping develop our young student-athletes. Way to go, Chargers! We are so proud of you!
Prayer Partners Still Needed
Calling all prayer warriors! Parishioners and staff have an opportunity to pray for one of our students by name from October to April as our second and eighth graders prepare to receive important sacraments this year. A “prayer partner” prays daily for a specific student and writes a short monthly note of faithful encouragement to that special person. If you are interested in volunteering, you can email Linda. After signing up, you will receive more details along with the name of your student.
St. Charles Playgroup
The St. Charles Playgroup meets in the youth room November through April. Come enjoy coffee and fellowship. Please follow the link below to sign up on Flocknotes to get updates.
Mark Your Calendars! St. Nick’s Winter Carnival ~ December 6
Join us for St. Nick’s Winter Carnival on Sunday, December 6, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at St. Charles School: a free afternoon of games, food, crafts, a student talent show, and photos with St. Nicholas for current, former, and prospective families. Please register here so we can plan for everyone, and if you can lend a hand, sign up here for a volunteer slot.
Parish Updates and Events
All Saints Party ~ Sunday, November 1 ~ November Formation
Celebrate All Saints Day Mass at 10:00 AM – come dressed as your favorite saint, and you will be entered into a raffle! Following Mass, there will be lunch provided, a chance to meet all the saints, and games/activities with prizes. For all the details, check out this flyer. The celebration will conclude with praying the Litany of the Saints. To RSVP, click HERE!
Eucharistic Miracles ~ Vatican International Exhibit ~ This Weekend!
Experience an amazing exhibition conceived and designed by St. Carlo Acutis, who, during his short life, was able to help bring others closer to Jesus through awareness of the mystery of the Eucharist. This exhibit will be on display this Friday (after daily Mass & 3-7 PM), Saturday (after daily Mass – 7PM), and Sunday (7:30 AM – 12:30 PM) in Doran Hall. A relic of St. Carlo Acutis will also be present to venerate. “Jesus is my great friend, and the Eucharist is my highway to Heaven.” – St. Carlo Acutis. (St. Carlo Acutis died in 2006 at the age of 15, and was canonized on September 7, 2025.)
Mark Your Calendar: Eucharistic Days ~ November 6 – 8
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- Friday, November 6:
- 8:00 AM Kickoff Mass
- 6:00 PM Formation Night Adoration for All
- Saturday, November 7:
- 2:00 PM Holy Hour for Vocations
- 6:00 PM Vatican Nights with Fr. Ubel – includes dinner
- Sunday, November 8
- 10:00 AM Mass & Eucharistic Procession followed by Parish Social with buffet lunch
- All the details here: St. Charles website
- Friday, November 6:
Religious Communities Open House Sunday ~ November 8
Twelve local religious communities will be having open houses on Sunday, November 8. All, except the Missionaries of Charity, will be open from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (the Missionaries of Charity are only available from 3:00 – 4:00). Check out this link for addresses and more details. This is a great opportunity for families to see what religious life looks like!
Join a Parish Small Group!
Please consider joining a small group here at St. Charles. The focus this year will be on the Family. These small groups are fellowship groups, prayer groups, study groups, and a place where you can grow in discipleship together. If you are interested in joining a small group, please click HERE or call the parish office at 612-781-6529
The Meal Train Ministry
Would you like to help provide meals for a person or family in their time of need? OR do you or someone you know have a short-term need (due to a birth, surgery, illness, etc.) for meals to be delivered to your home? Contact Megan if you are interested in this ministry.
Prayer Corner
If you would like to add someone to our prayer corner, please email the information to Danny Kieffer.
- For a special intention for a speedy recovery for a St. Charles student’s mother.
- For a full recovery from surgery and from complications for Katy, grandmother of students Caroline and Eliza.
- For the repose of the soul of Eddie S., grandfather of teacher Señora Johnson, and comfort for his family.
- For Mary E., our library assistant & preschool substitute teacher, for healing and speedy recovery following surgery.
- For full recovery for Jerry, brother of staff member Glenn.
- For the peace of Christ to reign in our hearts, our homes, our community, our world.
Helpful Links for Parents for School, Parish, & Community:
- St. Charles School Calendar
- St. Charles School Lunch Menus
- St. Charles Athletic Calendar
- St Charles School Volunteers
- Spirit Wear orders
- St. Charles Borromeo Parish
- Columbia Heights Parks & Recreation Brochure
- T-G Open House Oct. 29
- TG Free Youth Wrestling Clinic Oct.26 & Nov 2
- TG Youth Wrestling Club 2026
Weekly Update article deadline: Wednesday, 9:00 AM – Send submissions to mwappes@stchbs.org
