We have several different seasonal activities that are fun, faith-building activities for all children. Click on an activity listed below for more information, 

• Shamrock Fun
• Vacation Bible School (VBS)
• A Nutcracker Adventure
• Children's Christmas Program
• Photo albums of past events

Shamrock Fun

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Shamrock Fun is an opportunity for our children to learn about St. Patrick and the importance of the shamrock. It is offered each year on a Saturday afternoon in March, for children in preschool through 5th grade. The children learn about St. Patrick and how he used the shamrock to teach the people of Ireland about the Trinity. They spend the afternoon making numerous crafts (all with shamrocks) and play shamrock and potato games. Children must be pre-registered. This program also offers wonderful volunteers opportunities for teens (grades 6-12) and adults. Please call the parish office in February to register your child or to be a volunteer, 763.784.1329. 

Vacation Bible School

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Vacation Bible School is held the beginning of August each year. This is open to children preschool (age 4) through 6th grade (as of September 1 of that year.)

VBS is a five day program that runs from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The children begin in the church with music time, and then each day they rotate to different sites that focus on a Bible story. The days are filled with a Bible stories, Bible application activities, Bible verse of the day, crafts, games, and snacks. The last day of VBS also begins in the church, but the day has a completely different structure. There may be a performer or Olympic Games. There is always a group game to test their knowledge from the week, followed by a light lunch, and ending with a music program and slide show for the parents.

Each year there is a theme that is carried throughout the week. Many years there are additional themes intertwined into the curriculum, such as Catholic social teachings, saints from our country, the environment, etc.

Vacation Bible School also offers a wonderful opportunity for volunteering. Teens in grades 7 through12, as well as adult volunteers, play an important part in our week. The volunteers have opportunities to work in the sites, be group leaders, help with the snacks, lead the music section, or entertain the little ones in the nursery. VBS is a week enjoyed by all who attend!

 

A Nutcracker Adventure

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Children age 3 to grade 5 are invited to a day of adventure and fun in the land of The Nutcracker! This activity takes place Saturday, December 14, from 9 a.m. to noon. To register, or volunteer, contact the parish office (763.784.1329) or register online by clicking here. Register by Wednesday, December 4.

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Children's Christmas Program

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Each Christmas Eve the children of the parish put on a heart-warming Christmas program that leads up to our Christmas Eve Mass. Children of all ages take part - some singing in the choir, some with speaking parts, other are part of the dramatic production. Click here for information on this year's program, and to sign up to take part. Registration forms are due by November 24. Rehearsals start December 8.