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Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic men’s organization. Our guiding principles are charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism. Our motto is “In Service to Others”. We provide support and volunteer services to the Catholic Church, our Parish, and the community. Our outreach includes:
- Pancake breakfasts to support special parish and community needs
- HNOJ’s Fall Festival volunteer and booth operations
- Pro-Life activities
- Rosaries for youth and OCIA candidates
- Lectures on Catholic topics
- And more …
For more information click here for the HNOJ Knights of Columbus website.
Contact: Dave Stumpf
Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary
The KC Auxiliary works in conjunction with the Knights of Columbus to contribute to the needs of the parish and community. Our membership is open to all Catholic ladies of the parish. We hold our own social events and service projects, including:
- Bake sales in November and February to fund our charitable giving
- HNOJ’s Fall Festival’s Country Market
- Serving Sunday Hospitality
- Fellowship with other women of the parish
- Annual church tours
- And more ….
Contact: Karen Karn
Northwest Hennepin Serra Club
Members of Serra are lay Catholic men and women of all ages and backgrounds who ensure the future of our Church by creating a “culture of vocations.”
The Serra Club of Northwest Hennepin was chartered on May 15, 1991. The Club is a member of SERRAUSA and associated with SERRA INTERNATIONAL. Since Serra International’s founding in 1935 in Seattle, over 500 Serra clubs have been chartered in 30 countries around the world. Today, Serra’s global lay vocations apostolate is made strong by over 12,000 members.
The club meets at St. Bart’s Catholic Church in Wayzata on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. These meetings present continuing education on Catholic theology, thought-provoking programs, and provide time for activity planning.
The Northwest Hennepin club fulfills its mission by coordinating invitation, affirmation, and prayer for priests, deacons, religious, seminarians, and novices in its parishes and area. Through educational programs for its members and raising vocational awareness in families, schools, and parishes, as well as developing a greater understanding of our faith, we strive to fulfill our mission to be the “lay arm of vocations” for the Church.
Come join us and become part of Christ’s mission as we foster, promote, and affirm vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and religious life. Enjoy personal spiritual growth, prayer, and programs that bring joy and lift the spirits of all who participate.
Please contact the parish office to learn more.
Support and Healing
In a community of faith, though you may suffer from loss, pain, or other sufferings, you do not need to suffer alone. Holy Name of Jesus offers many ministries and resources that can help you through your troubles.
In need of prayer? You are never alone. Contact our Holy Name of Jesus Prayer Line now and put the power of prayer to work for you. Email our prayer line. Another option is to join the Facebook group “HNOJ Prayer Circle“. Also, clicking the “prayer” button on the MyParish App allows you to submit a prayer request. MyParish App is available in the App Store and Google play.
- If you are a mother of a preschooler who would like the support of other moms, learn about our MomCo group.
- If you are looking for support in finding a job, learn about our Career Transition Group.
- If you are grieving, come to the West Suburban Grief Coalition.
Sick and Homebound
The Eucharist is the Church’s greatest treasure and the source and summit of our life as Catholic Christians. The Communion Outreach ministers serve as a vital bridge between Christ in the Eucharist and our brothers and sisters who are not able to be present with us physically at Mass.
For many years, under the direction and guidance of various staff and volunteers, Holy Name of Jesus has sustained a robust support network known as the BeFriender Ministry or Bread of Life Apostolate. Under its new name, Communion Outreach, this reinvigorated ministry builds upon that sturdy foundation of offering listening, presence, and compassion.
To refer to it as an apostolate rather than simply a ministry emphasizes that those who make visits on behalf of the parish serve as co-workers with the clergy, commissioned with a special task of bringing Holy Communion from Mass to those who hunger for the Lord’s sustenance. Beyond long-term immobility or sickness, other needs that would find support through this outreach include acute illness and recovery from surgery. Our committed volunteers participate in ongoing prayer and formation opportunities, Safe Environment training, and are commissioned as Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion.
If you are interested in learning how you can help, or if you or someone you know would like a home visit from a priest or minister to the homebound, please call the parish office at 763-745-3491.
Funeral Food Ministry
Be the hands of Christ by providing a meal to bereaved families following a funeral service. Assist with set-up, serving, and clean-up of the catered funeral meal.
This is an on-call ministry. People involved serve on an as-needed basis. Are you interested in serving in this ministry? If so, email Mary Lou Monighan.
Grief
Holy Name of Jesus is here to support you in your time of need. If you need help processing the death of your loved one, here are some options we offer:
- If you need spiritual guidance to help process the death of a loved one, contact Fr. Wratkowski 763-473-7901.
- If you are feeling desperate or seriously depressed, unable to function or carry on with life, contact your doctor, who may help with medication and recommend a psychologist.
- Common reactions to death include shock, sadness, disbelief, and denial. The important thing, say experts, is understanding grief and sharing the pain with others to heal both the body and spirit. You may contact the health care facility or doctor for hospital-sponsored grief counseling, the hospice coordinator, or a community church that offers grief-sharing programs. Holy Name of Jesus Parish is part of the 13 churches that make up the West Suburban Grief Coalition. Initial contact should be made through Harley Feldman at 612-840-1774. You may also go to the internet to find a group closer to where you live.
- Call or email the prayer line and ask for others to pray for you.
- If you need funeral planning, please call the parish office.
Contact Dennis Hanson for information about the Grief Committee.
Career Transition Group
Most of us have been unemployed, in between jobs or interested in career development opportunities at some point in our lives. The Holy Name of Jesus Career Transition Group meets people where they are at. We provide a variety of tools, resources and support to help people navigate through whatever stage they’re currently in.
Upcoming Meetings
When: Every third Thursday of the month
Topic: Open Forum/Panel
Time: 7:30 – 8:30 am (networking after meeting)
Location: Emmaus A
Come share your ideas and give input for future topics. Share what has worked well for you in job transition. Optionally, stay after the meeting to network with others.
Consider Helping
Share your experience and knowledge, we are looking for people to speak and offer advice at future meetings.
You could be our next speaker! Contact Mike Bangasser
Additionally, if:
- You are an employed person who is willing to offer your contacts and support at a meeting.
- You wish to add your name to the email database to review resumes and pass them along.
- You are an employer who is willing to email in your job openings to Holy Name of Jesus for review by job seekers.
Let us know by emailing Bill Corrigan.
Job Networking Resources
Our approach is to widen the networking circle for the job seekers by networking via email.
We have an ever-growing (over 600 people!) email database of people willing to help you broaden your network. Email Bill Corrigan and ask to be added to the distribution list. You will receive job postings from employers, information about other job groups and job search tips. Members of the e-mail database are encouraged to connect job seekers with leads and advice that may help their search. Employers can send their job postings to this same email list. Ask for contact names of your target companies, have your resume reviewed, and ask for leads.
Resume Review – Free & Confidential
We have a specialist who has offered to review resumes and provide feedback. Contact Deacon Dennis at 763-233-0242 for more information.
Cursillo
An Encounter with Christ
The Cursillo Movement helps people grow closer to Jesus Christ by living a balanced Christian life of piety, spiritual study, and action.
The Cursillo method enables participants to:
- Expand their prayer life
- Grow spiritually through ongoing formation in Scripture and Catholic teaching
- Share God’s Word naturally in the environments where they live and work
The Cursillo Weekend
Cursillo begins with a three-day retreat (Thursday evening through Sunday evening). Clergy and lay leaders present talks and guide small-group discussions on topics such as:
- The lay person’s role within the Church
- Grace and the Sacraments
- Prayer and study of God
- Christian leadership and living faith in community
- Bringing Christ to others in daily life
- Supporting one another in living the Christian life
Participants also pray together, attend daily Mass, and receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation. By the end of the weekend, many leave with a renewed relationship with Christ and a clear call to live as disciples in their families, workplaces, and communities.
Learn More
For more details, visit the Twin Cities Cursillo website.
Questions? Contact Tim Weldon or Sheryl Tufo.
First Friday Rosary
Please join us in praying the Rosary each First Friday of the month at 7:30 am in the church. Our prayers are dedicated in memory of those we loved. Everyone is welcome.
You are welcome to stay for Mass at 8 am with a breakfast social to follow.
If you aren’t familiar with how to pray the Rosary we have volunteers willing to help walk you through the process of praying the Rosary.
2026:
Jan. 2
Feb. 6
March 6
April 3 (This is Good Friday, so there will be no breakfast social following Mass)
May 1
June 5
July 3
Aug. 7
Sept. 4
Oct. 2
Nov. 6
Dec. 4