"The mystery of community is precisely that it embraces all people, whatever their individual differences may be, and allows them to live together as brothers and sisters of Christ and sons and daughters of his heavenly Father."

—Henri Nouwen

Donation Closet

April: Fishes and Loaves at Progressive Baptist

This month’s collection supports the Fishes and Loaves food shelf at Progressive Baptist Church. Each week over 120 households are served.

To learn more and to see a full list of items needed, visit the Social Justice and Caring Committee page. Thank you for your generosity.

All-You-Care-To-Eat Pancake Breakfast

Sunday, April 27 after both Masses

Pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, coffee and juice. New item: hashbrowns!

Adults: $14       Kids 5-11/Seniors: $8

Family Pack: $35

Cards accepted. Please support St. Pascal’s Cub Scout Pack 294.

Just the Right Thing!

Looking for a fabulous Mother's Day or Graduation gift?

The Women's Club Spring Jewelry Boutique has what you’re looking for! Stop by before or after all Masses on April 26-27. Beautiful necklaces, earrings and bracelets will be for sale at thrift store prices. All proceeds will support parish activities and needs. If you'd like to help set up the boutique or sell the treasures, call the parish office (651.774.1585).

Vacation Bible School

TRUE NORTH: Trusting Jesus in a Wild World

June 23-27, 2025 from 9:00 AM - 12 Noon

Plan to join us for an amazing Alaskan adventure where northern lights glow over majestic mountains, racing rivers, and glistening glaciers. Pointing them toward Jesus, True North VBS will show our young people that Jesus is a faithful friend we can always trust. He’s our True North!

For more information and registration forms visit the Faith Formation page.

Monthly Food Distribution

St. Pascal Baylon Church & Merrick Community Services

Monday, April 28 from 3:30-5:00 PM (or until gone).

Come to the Flandrau parking lot/Door 4. No parish membership or residency requirements!

Want to join the volunteer crew? Contact Kim Roering in the parish office.

Growing Through Loss

Begins Tuesday, April 22

Registration: 6:30-7:00 PM    Speaker: 7:00 PM

An opportunity for small group sharing follows the speaker until 8:45 PM

St. Pascal’s is hosting the first East Metro Grief Coalition, “Growing Through Loss” five-week series beginning Tuesday, April 22 through May 20. You may attend any or all the programs. All are welcome. The first week's speaker is Chaplain Grace Anderson, grief specialist, who will speak on the Journey of Grief. Brochures are available here and in the kiosk in the Gathering Space. For more information about the program, call Barb Uschold Anderson, 651.432.4959.  Please use the Flandrau Street entrance (Main Church Door #3).



Volunteers are the Heart of St. Pascal's

Parish Volunteer Appreciation Event—Friday, May 2 in Brioschi Hall

Social at 5:30 | Dinner at 6:00

ALL people who have volunteered in any way (with any parish organization, ministry, team or event) this past year are invited to attend this FREE event, which includes a catered turkey dinner, presentations and door prizes.

Enjoy a delicious dinner:

Roast turkey with mashed potatoes, vegetables, dinner rolls and salad.

Beer, wine and pop are included.

Dessert will be served, and door prizes awarded after the presentations.

Presentations include:

• Men’s Club fundraisers and Hall of Fame
• Women’s Club fundraisers and Legacy Award

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED to ensure enough food and space. Please sign up using the SignUp Genius link below or call the parish office (651.774.1585). The RSVP deadline is Wednesday, April 30. 

Spring Fiesta—Saturday, May 17 following the 4:30 PM Mass

$10 adults (12+), $5 kids (6-11)

5 and under FREE, $30 Family Deal

Spring Fiesta 2025 will be held on the Feast of St. Pascal Baylon this year. All ages welcome—come as an individual, couple, or adult!

The event will include games, a raffle to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at the August 31 Twins game vs. the San Diego Pardres ($5/chance), a few free raffles with prizes for kids and adults, a dessert auction, and more!

Registration for the event via Signup Genius will open the week of April 28 and reservations will be taken following Masses the first two weekends of May.  Contact Kim Roering in the parish office with questions.

Sponsored by the Parish Life and Activities Committee

DESSERT AUCTION: Guests at the dinner will have a chance to engage in a friendly competition for the highest bidder on a dessert—with the winner of the live auction for each dessert purchasing the right to satisfy their sweet tooth (and that of their friends). Please consider joining in the fun and entering a dessert into the auction. For those who don’t bake themselves, we encourage purchasing from a local bakery—all desserts are welcome!

Please contact Kim Roering at (651.432.4958) if you are interested in donating a dessert.

Fellowship Sunday

May 17 & 18

Be sure to join us in Brioschi Hall for Fellowship after all Masses!