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SUMMARY:Blessing of Pets
DESCRIPTION:Bring your pet to the statue of Sts. Anne & Joachim (Main Doors of the Church) on the Memorial of St. Francis of Assisi! \nPet Blessing Times: 12:15pm & 6:15pm.
URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/blessing-of-pets-3/
LOCATION:Sts. Anne & Joachim
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261005T190000
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SUMMARY:Duo Vivo -  Music at A&J Performing Arts Series
DESCRIPTION:Duo Vivo – Music at A&J Performing Arts Series \nPianist Jay Hershberger & Cellist Gregory Hamilton bring a dazzling program of beautiful music\, including selections by Mendelssohn\, CPE Bach\, Gounod\, Franck\, & Brahms. \n*Concert is FREE and open to the public! \nLocation: Main Church at Sts. Anne & Joachim
URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/duo-vivo-music-at-aj-performing-arts-series/
LOCATION:Sts. Anne & Joachim
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T193000
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SUMMARY:Ignite the Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of Adoration\, Confession and Praise & Worship Music.\nMusic Link: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0gM2t7rys8oIfBVxb48Z6d
URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/ignite-the-night-27/
LOCATION:Sts. Anne & Joachim
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T070000
DTSTAMP:20260828T171714Z
CREATED:20260821T182036Z
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SUMMARY:The Crux Men's Bible Study
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are new to Scripture or an expert\, this study is for all men desiring to encounter the living Jesus Christ and His Gospel while cultivating authentic fellowship with other men striving for virtue. \nThis group will meet for 6 weeks on Thursday mornings from 6:00-7:00am beginning on September 3rd in the Ave Maria Room (subject to change rooms if group is too big). \nJust show up or email thomas.imholte@focus.org if you have any questions! \nWhy should Catholics study the Bible? Take a look at this blog which breaks it down!
URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/the-crux-mens-bible-study/2026-10-08/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTSTAMP:20260826T132132Z
CREATED:20260811T211050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T132132Z
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SUMMARY:Worldwide Marriage Encounter
DESCRIPTION:Please consider attending the Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend in Alexandria\, MN. \nLearn More: https://wwme.org \nRegister: https://northmnwwme.org/applyWeekend.php \n*Next Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend is Nov. 6-8th in Medora\, ND – https://stsaaj.org/nkkz
URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/worldwide-marriage-encounter-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T203624Z
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SUMMARY:Catholic Man Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for inspiration\, BBQ\, and community! \nSchedule\n6:30 pm – Adoration and Talk \n(confessions available) \n7:15 pm – BBQ and Fellowship in the Social Hall \n8:00 pm – Raffle and Wrap Up \nCatholic Man Night is a large event open to all men of the parish.  No RSVP is needed\, just come and join us Thursday night in the Church and social hall for inspiration\, prayer and community. \nCatholic Man Nights happens 3-4 times a year\, and are not connected to any club or organization\, just a parish wide event for men to gather\, prayer\, and grow in faith and fraternity. \nVideo Invite \n  \nEssential Elements of Catholic Man Night\nFocus on Jesus Christ \n\nJesus Christ is the “source and the summit of our faith.”\nOne core reason men are casual in their faith is that they don’t know Jesus.\nEach CatholicManNight is focused on helping men encounter one specific aspect of Jesus Christ (e.g. Divine King\, The Poverty of Jesus Christ\, The Physical Nature of Jesus Christ\, etc.).\n\nThe Primacy of Adoration and Reconciliation \n\nEach CatholicManNight starts with an hour of Adoration.\nDuring Adoration\, men have the opportunity for Reconciliation.\n\nEngaging Hearts and Minds \n\nThe heart (soul) is engaged in faith\, particularly during Adoration.\nThe mind (intellect) is engaged in the reflections given by priests/deacons during Adoration and in the discussion about the evening’s topic after dinner.\n\nLed by Priests and Deacons and supported by Laity \n\nSpecial grace is given to those men called by Jesus Christ in the Sacrament of Holy Orders.\nDuring Adoration\, men are addressed by a priest/deacon on the Jesus Christ topic of the evening.\nLaity leads the organization\, outreach and hospitality for the evening; the Knights of Columbus often lead.  A Layman with appropriate training can lead the discussion portion of the evening.\n\nFellowship in sharing a meal \n\nTable fellowship was a core part of Jesus’ own ministry.\nEach CatholicManNight includes a “feast” with plenty of manly food and the opportunity for discussion.\n\nThe Raffle of Bibles\, Catechisms and other books \n\nAt each CatholicManNight\, men are encouraged to meet and know Jesus through Scripture and to grow in their Catholic faith by reading and understanding the Catechism of the Catholic Church.\nOther books that draw men to Jesus Christ\, Scripture and the faith are also raffled.\n\nDiscussion \n\nFollowing the raffle\, the Discussion Leader does a 10-15 minute presentation of the evening’s topic following the CatholicManNight 2-page topic summary closely.\nThe floor is then open for discussion; open discussion is critical for well-catechized men add to the discussion and men are given the opportunity to see witness/evangelization in action.\nWhen the discussion strays (e.g. politics\, personal agendas)\, the Discussion Leader returns the focus to Jesus Christ.\n\nCatholicManNight events are self-funding \n\nCatholicManNights are designed to be self-funding.  A free will offering is collected that off-sets the cost of food\, refreshments and raffle books.
URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/catholic-man-night-6/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261020
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SUMMARY:Parish Mission - Jackie & Bobby Angel
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for Jackie & Bobby Angel joining us at Sts. Anne & Joachim for our parish mission! \nSchedule: \n\nSunday Oct. 18th – Parish Mission\n\nTopic: “Marriage and Dating” – Love\, Purpose\, and God’s Perfect Plan\nTime: 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM\nWhere: Main church\n\n\n\n\nMonday Oct 19th – Parish Mission\n\nTopic:  “Addressing your Wounds” – Healing the Heart: Letting Jesus Restore Your Identity in Him\nTime: 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM\nWhere: Main church\n\n\n\nJackie and Bobby Angel are speakers\, authors\, and homeschooling parents. Together\, they have written Pray\, Decide\, and Don’t Worry: 5 Steps to Discerning God’s Will (Ascension) and Forever: A Catholic Devotional For Your Marriage (Pauline Books & Media)\, and are regular presenters on the Ascension Presents YouTube channel. \nJackie is also a singer-songwriter and has led worship around the world. She authored Memorize Scripture (Ave Maria Press) and hosts the Memorize Scripture podcast. Bobby worked as a teacher and campus minister for almost ten years\, and is a mentor trained by the CatholicPsych Institute. He has written The Postmodern Predicament (Sophia Institute)\, Gaming & The Heroic Life and The Frassati Field Guide (Ave Maria Press). \nJackie and Bobby have five children and reside in Texas.
URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/parish-mission-jackie-bobby-angel/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T170000
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SUMMARY:Fiesta Night Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a full enchilada meal and help send our Sts. Anne & Joachim team on a mission to Chimbote\, Peru in 2027! \nMenu Includes: \n\nChicken enchiladas\nSpanish rice\nBeans\nChips\, salsa\, & guacamole\nDessert\n\nLocation: Sts. Anne & Joachim Social Hall \n*Tickets Available at the door! \n\nAdults: $15\nChildren (age 5-12): $7\nAge 4 and under: FREE\n\n  \nInterested in volunteering? \nSign Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4BA8A829A4F4C70-66084173-friends#/
URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/fiesta-night-fundraiser/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTSTAMP:20260826T132103Z
CREATED:20260811T212122Z
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SUMMARY:Worldwide Marriage Encounter
DESCRIPTION:Please consider attending the Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend in Medora\, ND. \nLearn More: https://wwme.org \nRegister: https://northmnwwme.org/applyWeekend.php
URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/worldwide-marriage-encounter-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T190000
DTSTAMP:20261002T155451Z
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SUMMARY:Sts. Anne and Joachim Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy the annual Sts. Anne & Joachim Fall Festival! \n\nPork Roast Dinner – Roast pork\, mashed potatoes and gravy\, stuffing\, glazed carrots\, broccoli salad\, bun and carrot cake\nRaffle to Win up to $7\,000\nFarmer’s Market\nChildren’s Games\n50/50 Raffle\nCake Walk\nApple Cider & Cookies\n\nSorry\, no silent auction this year. \nVolunteer Opportunities: Coming Soon! \nPurchase raffle tickets after November 7 & 8 or in the parish office! \n \nQuestions? Contact the parish office at 701-235-5757
URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/sts-anne-and-joachim-fall-festival-2/
LOCATION:Sts. Anne & Joachim
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261123
DTSTAMP:20260924T145904Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating US
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Navigating US\, a fun and highly interactive relationship program designed to help couples build deeper connection\, stronger communication\, and practical skills that last a lifetime. Whether your marriage is thriving or you simply feel stuck in old patterns\, Navigating US gives you tools you can use immediately to create a happier\, healthier relationship. \nCost per couple is $75. \nRSVP: https://stsaaj.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/132/responses/new \n*If you attended “Adventures In Marriage” last year\, this retreat is the same content rebranded. \nGuest Speakers: Mark and Melissa Perez \n \nMelissa and Mark will focus on categories of healthy communication tools and skills in marriage.  They will examine skills of active listening\, speaking heart to heart\, and daily communication tools.  Melissa and Mark will teach\, then model\, and give couples time with each other to practice a number of these tools and skills that foster deeper connection\, understanding\, and help make any marriage flourish. \nSchedule: \nFriday November 20: 7:00pm-9:00pm \nSaturday November 21: 8:30am-12:30pm \nSunday November 22: 8:30am-10:30am \nSpeaker Bio: \nMark and Melissa Perez were once High School sweethearts who rekindled their love for one another at their 10-year High School reunion. Quickly realizing the need for healthy communication within their marriage\, Mark and Melissa sought the help of Live the Life\, a non-profit that teaches healthy conflict resolution skills. They have shared their gained knowledge as mentor coaches for engaged and married couples using this amazing curriculum for the past 20 years. Mark has had an exemplary career in law enforcement for 30 years\, while Melissa is currently an event coordinator and speaker for the John Paul II Healing Center. They have been married for 24 years and live in Tallahassee\, Florida along with their two young adult children.
URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/navigating-us/
LOCATION:Sts. Anne & Joachim
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270106
DTSTAMP:20260828T174848Z
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SUMMARY:SEEK 2027
DESCRIPTION:SEEK is a five-day experience where thousands of Catholics come together to encounter Christ through prayer\, Adoration\, the sacraments\, and inspiring speakers. It’s a chance to focus on what matters most\, grow in authentic community\, and be transformed in your faith. \nIt will be in San Antonio\, TX Jan. 1st-Jan 5th. \nCurious about the details? Check out the website by clicking here! \nFor any general questions or help getting registered\, email thomas.imholte@focus.org \n 
URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/seek-2027/
LOCATION:Henry B. González Convention Center\, 900 E Market St\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78205
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270208
DTSTAMP:20260911T134303Z
CREATED:20260911T042740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T134303Z
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SUMMARY:Father's House Parish Retreat 2027
DESCRIPTION:Join us for The Father’s House Parish Retreat 2027! \nLearn More: https://stsaaj.org/the-fathers-house-parish-retreat-2027/
URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/fathers-house-parish-retreat-2027/
LOCATION:Sts. Anne & Joachim
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