BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sts. Anne & Joachim Catholic Church - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://stsaaj.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sts. Anne & Joachim Catholic Church REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T200000 DTSTAMP:20261002T141304Z CREATED:20260924T190212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T141304Z UID:10000433-1792861200-1792872000@stsaaj.org 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/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Fiesta-Night-Fundraiser-2026-Web-Event-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261018 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261020 DTSTAMP:20261015T222009Z CREATED:20260811T215212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T222009Z UID:10000355-1792281600-1792454399@stsaaj.org SUMMARY:Parish Mission - Jackie & Bobby Angel DESCRIPTION:THIS SUNDAY AND MONDAY! 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 HAVE A MESSAGE FOR YOU!\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/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Parish-Mission-2026-Web-Event-OFFICIAL-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T200000 DTSTAMP:20260901T203624Z CREATED:20260514T130744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T203624Z UID:10000269-1792089000-1792094400@stsaaj.org 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/ LOCATION:Sts. Anne & Joachim ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Catholic-Man-Night-Website-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261010 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012 DTSTAMP:20260826T132132Z CREATED:20260811T211050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T132132Z UID:10000353-1791590400-1791763199@stsaaj.org 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/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WWME-April-2026-Web-Event-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T070000 DTSTAMP:20260828T171714Z CREATED:20260821T182036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T171714Z UID:10000365-1791439200-1791442800@stsaaj.org 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/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/The-Crux-Web-Event-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T203000 DTSTAMP:20260924T145458Z CREATED:20260924T145458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T145458Z UID:10000431-1791401400-1791405000@stsaaj.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Ignite-the-Night-October-2026-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261005T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261005T190000 DTSTAMP:20260924T144737Z CREATED:20260924T144737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T144737Z UID:10000430-1791226800-1791226800@stsaaj.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Oct.-5-Duo-Vivi-Website-Block-Music-@-AJ-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005 DTSTAMP:20260924T170256Z CREATED:20260924T151028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T170256Z UID:10000432-1791072000-1791158399@stsaaj.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Blessing-of-Pets-Monitors-2026-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T070000 DTSTAMP:20260828T171714Z CREATED:20260821T182036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T171714Z UID:10000364-1790834400-1790838000@stsaaj.org 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/2026-10-01/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/The-Crux-Web-Event-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T200000 DTSTAMP:20260908T184758Z CREATED:20260807T154211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T184758Z UID:10000352-1790274600-1790280000@stsaaj.org SUMMARY:Women Adoring Jesus DESCRIPTION:Women Adoring Jesus is an evening of inspiration\, Eucharistic Adoration\, and community among women of our parish. \nAppetizers & Light Desserts available! \n*Open to all women of the parish. \nRSVP HERE! URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/women-adoring-jesus-3/ LOCATION:Sts. Anne and Joachim Main Church\, 5202 25th St S\, Fargo\, ND\, 58104\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Women-Adoring-Jesus-FB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T070000 DTSTAMP:20260828T171714Z CREATED:20260821T182036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T171714Z UID:10000363-1790229600-1790233200@stsaaj.org 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/2026-09-24/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/The-Crux-Web-Event-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T183000 DTSTAMP:20260918T203414Z CREATED:20260910T145403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T203414Z UID:10000425-1790184600-1790188200@stsaaj.org SUMMARY:Getting to Know Our Kitchen - Sts. A&J DESCRIPTION:Are you hesitating to volunteer in our kitchen for church events?  If you are\, then this is perfect for you. \nConnie Savageau\, Event Coordinator\, will guide you through where to find items\, how things work\, and even what to do if you want to volunteer to serve at our Sunday Coffee & Donuts! \nQuestions? Email Connie at csavageau@stsaaj.org. \nSign up for a time slot here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4BA8A829A4F4C70-65570149-getting#/ URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/getting-to-know-our-kitchen-sts-aj-4/ LOCATION:Social Hall\, Sts. Anne and Joachim Catholic Church\, 5202 25th St S\, Fargo\, ND\, 50104\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Get-to-Know-Our-Kitchen-Web-Event-Graphic-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T200000 DTSTAMP:20260915T163450Z CREATED:20260501T165115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T163450Z UID:10000265-1790100000-1790107200@stsaaj.org SUMMARY:Wine & The Word DESCRIPTION:Married\, Engaged\, and Dating Couples\, join us for a wine tasting event at Bear Creek Winery! Expect an evening of tasting local wine\, fellowship\, and a short discussion relation to marriage/relationships. Cheers to growing together! \n*$75 per couple \nWhat’s Included: \n\nA fun and engaging activity relating to marriage\nWine/drink tickets\nGourmet charcuterie\nGolf chip shot challenge to win a prize! (Included but optional)\n\nRight-handed golf clubs provided!\n\n\n\n*Limit is 125 people \nRegister here: https://stsaaj.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/126/responses/new\n  \nBear Creek Winery:\n8800 25th St S \nFargo\, ND 58104 URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/wine-the-word/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Wine-Tasting-Event-Web-Event-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T190000 DTSTAMP:20260917T134634Z CREATED:20260910T145331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T134634Z UID:10000424-1789668000-1789671600@stsaaj.org SUMMARY:Getting to Know Our Kitchen - Sts. A&J DESCRIPTION:Are you hesitating to volunteer in our kitchen for church events?  If you are\, then this is perfect for you. \nConnie Savageau\, Event Coordinator\, will guide you through where to find items\, how things work\, and even what to do if you want to volunteer to serve at our Sunday Coffee & Donuts! \nQuestions? Email Connie at csavageau@stsaaj.org. \nSign up for a time slot here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4BA8A829A4F4C70-65570149-getting#/ URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/getting-to-know-our-kitchen-sts-aj-3/ LOCATION:Social Hall\, Sts. Anne and Joachim Catholic Church\, 5202 25th St S\, Fargo\, ND\, 50104\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Get-to-Know-Our-Kitchen-Web-Event-Graphic-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T070000 DTSTAMP:20260828T171714Z CREATED:20260821T182036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T171714Z UID:10000362-1789624800-1789628400@stsaaj.org 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/2026-09-17/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/The-Crux-Web-Event-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T200000 DTSTAMP:20260806T032956Z CREATED:20260806T032956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T032956Z UID:10000351-1789583400-1789588800@stsaaj.org SUMMARY:The Gospel of Mark - Bible Study with Fr. Keller DESCRIPTION:Join Father Keller for a Bible study on the Gospel of Mark Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8pm in the social hall! The group will read through the Gospel of Mark and dive deeper one chapter at a time. *Starts September 16th – Fall schedule will be provided. \nYou can find the volume used in this link to purchase now or wait to do a group order: https://www.catholiccommentaryonsacredscripture.com/ntvolumes/the-gospel-of-mark/ \n  URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/the-gospel-of-mark-bible-study-with-fr-keller/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Gospel-of-Mark-Bible-Study-Web-Event-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T113000 DTSTAMP:20260910T145254Z CREATED:20260910T145254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T145254Z UID:10000423-1789554600-1789558200@stsaaj.org SUMMARY:Getting to Know Our Kitchen - Sts. A&J DESCRIPTION:Are you hesitating to volunteer in our kitchen for church events?  If you are\, then this is perfect for you. \nConnie Savageau\, Event Coordinator\, will guide you through where to find items\, how things work\, and even what to do if you want to volunteer to serve at our Sunday Coffee & Donuts! \nQuestions? Email Connie at csavageau@stsaaj.org. \nSign up for a time slot here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4BA8A829A4F4C70-65570149-getting#/ URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/getting-to-know-our-kitchen-sts-aj-2/ LOCATION:Social Hall\, Sts. Anne and Joachim Catholic Church\, 5202 25th St S\, Fargo\, ND\, 50104\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Get-to-Know-Our-Kitchen-Web-Event-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260913 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914 DTSTAMP:20260828T175700Z CREATED:20260828T175700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T175700Z UID:10000421-1789257600-1789343999@stsaaj.org SUMMARY:Coffee and Donuts DESCRIPTION:Join us for coffee and donuts after Mass starting September 13th! \n*Gluten Free options available. \nSign Up to Volunteer Here: https://app.unison.io/schedules/1BCWDEtfaGURrjZwGrek5V \nContact Connie with questions – csavageau@stsaaj.org \n  \n  URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/coffee-and-donuts-2/ LOCATION:Social Hall\, Sts. Anne and Joachim Catholic Church\, 5202 25th St S\, Fargo\, ND\, 50104\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Coffee-Donuts-Web-Event-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T160000 DTSTAMP:20260910T145206Z CREATED:20260910T145206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T145206Z UID:10000422-1789052400-1789056000@stsaaj.org SUMMARY:Getting to Know Our Kitchen - Sts. A&J DESCRIPTION:Are you hesitating to volunteer in our kitchen for church events?  If you are\, then this is perfect for you. \nConnie Savageau\, Event Coordinator\, will guide you through where to find items\, how things work\, and even what to do if you want to volunteer to serve at our Sunday Coffee & Donuts! \nQuestions? Email Connie at csavageau@stsaaj.org. \nSign up for a time slot here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4BA8A829A4F4C70-65570149-getting#/ URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/getting-to-know-our-kitchen-sts-aj/ LOCATION:Social Hall\, Sts. Anne and Joachim Catholic Church\, 5202 25th St S\, Fargo\, ND\, 50104\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Get-to-Know-Our-Kitchen-Web-Event-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T070000 DTSTAMP:20260828T171714Z CREATED:20260821T182036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T171714Z UID:10000361-1789020000-1789023600@stsaaj.org 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/2026-09-10/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/The-Crux-Web-Event-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T200000 DTSTAMP:20260814T203017Z CREATED:20260814T203017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T203017Z UID:10000358-1788978600-1788984000@stsaaj.org SUMMARY:Religious Education Opening Mass DESCRIPTION:Join us for Mass at 6:30pm on September 9th to kick off the Religious Education year! There will be a social following Mass to meet the teachers and pick up books and materials. \nPlease register for Religious Education and Youth Discipleship groups here: https://stsaaj.org/truth/religious-education/parish-religious-education/ \n  URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/religious-education-opening-mass-2/ LOCATION:Main Church\, Sts. Anne and Joachim Catholic Church\, 5202 25th St S\, Fargo\, ND\, 58104\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Opening-Mass-Graphic-2-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T203000 DTSTAMP:20260818T152941Z CREATED:20260817T120213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T152941Z UID:10000359-1788894000-1788899400@stsaaj.org SUMMARY:God and Man in America at 250 Years: Reclaiming Our Humanity — from Genesis to the Declaration DESCRIPTION:Ryan T. Anderson\, Ph.D.\nFree and open to the public\, followed by Q & A. \nTuesday September 8th at 7:00 pm \nAs our nation marks 250 years since its founding\, what does it mean to be created — and to be free? Ryan T. Anderson\, president of the Ethics and Public Policy Center\, invites us to read the Declaration of Independence alongside the opening chapters of Genesis and to consider the vision of the human person the two hold in common. \nReflecting on creation\, the natural law\, and the “Nature and Nature’s God” the founders invoked\, Dr. Anderson will explore what it means that each of us is made in the image and likeness of God — and how that truth undergirds our endowment with life\, liberty\, and the pursuit of happiness. He will consider why we are created male and female\, and why we are made not for isolation but for friendship and communion\, with one another and with God\, and the significance of the family as the foundation of society. \nCome for an evening of substance and hope\, with time for questions and conversation to follow. \nHear Ryan speak about “Faith in a Fractured Culture” at this panel discussion on April 6\, 2026. \n \n  \nAbout the Speaker: Ryan T. Anderson\, Ph.D.\nEducation\n\n Princeton University — B.A. in Music\, 2004 (magna cum laude; Phi Beta Kappa).\n University of Notre Dame — Ph.D. in Philosophy\, 2014. Dissertation: Neither Liberal Nor Libertarian: A Natural Law Approach to Social Justice and Economic Rights.\n\nPublications\nBooks\nAuthor \n\n Truth Overruled: The Future of Marriage and Religious Freedom (2015).\n When Harry Became Sally: Responding to the Transgender Moment (2019).\n\nCo-author \n\n What Is Marriage? Man and Woman: A Defense (2012)\, with Robert P. George and Sherif Girgis.\n Debating Religious Liberty and Discrimination (2017)\, with Sherif Girgis and John Corvino.\n Tearing Us Apart: Why Abortion Harms Everything and Solves Nothing (2022)\, with Alexandra DeSanctis.\n\nCo-editor \n\n A Liberalism Safe for Catholicism? Perspectives from the Review of Politics (2017)\, with Daniel Philpott.\n Natural Law: Five Views (2025)\, with Andrew T. Walker.\n\nBook chapter \n\n “Religious Exemptions\,” with Sherif Girgis\, in Ethics\, Left and Right: The Moral Issues That Divide Us (2020).\n\nRecent Articles (selected\, past two years)\n\n “The March for Life Is Needed ‘to Rejuvenate the Pro-Life Grassroots’” (interview)\, National Catholic Register\, January 22\, 2026.\n “In Colorado ‘Conversion Therapy’ Case\, Children’s Health Is at Stake\,” Washington Examiner\, October 6\, 2025.\n “Victims of the Revolution\,” Public Discourse\, June 18\, 2025.\n“Dignity\, Discrimination\, and Gender Identity\,” Texas Review of Law & Politics\, December 16\, 2024.\n“The Way Forward After Dobbs\,” First Things\, October 2024.\n“A ‘You Are Here’ Moment for the Pro-Life Movement\,” Breakpoint\, July 11\, 2024.\n\nFor his complete and current list of writing\, see eppc.org/author/ryan_anderson. \nVideo & Media Appearances (selected\, past two years)\n\n“Putting Ethics Back in Public Policy” — Donors Trust\, June 23\, 2026.\n“Faith in a Fractured Culture” — The Napa Institute\, April 6\, 2026.\n“Leo XIII’s Blueprint for the Future Church” — The Napa Institute\, March 11\, 2026.\n“In the Library with Albert Mohler” (interview)\, September 24\, 2025.\n\nFor the full video archive\, see eppc.org/author/ryan_anderson (Appearances). \nCareer\nCurrent \n\n President\, Ethics and Public Policy Center (since 2021).\n John Paul II Teaching Fellow in Social Thought\, University of Dallas.\n\nPreviously \n\n Senior Research Fellow\, The Heritage Foundation (until 2021).\n Founder and Editor-in-Chief\, Public Discourse\, the online journal of the Witherspoon Institute (founded 2008).\n Adjunct Professor of Philosophy and Political Science\, Christendom College.\n Research Fellow\, Veritas Center for Ethics in Public Life\, Franciscan University of Steubenville.\n Assistant Editor\, First Things.\n Executive Director\, the Witherspoon Institute.\n Ministry Coordinator (part-time)\, the Aquinas Institute — Princeton’s Catholic campus ministry. URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/god-and-man-in-america-at-250-years-reclaiming-our-humanity-from-genesis-to-the-declaration/ LOCATION:Social Hall\, Sts. Anne and Joachim Catholic Church\, 5202 25th St S\, Fargo\, ND\, 50104\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/God-and-Man-in-America-with-Ryan-T-Anderson-website-slider-1920x1080-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T070000 DTSTAMP:20260828T171714Z CREATED:20260821T182036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T171714Z UID:10000360-1788415200-1788418800@stsaaj.org 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/2026-09-03/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/The-Crux-Web-Event-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T203000 DTSTAMP:20260821T185149Z CREATED:20260821T185010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T185149Z UID:10000419-1788377400-1788381000@stsaaj.org 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-26/ LOCATION:Sts. Anne & Joachim ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Ignite-the-Night-June-2026-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T193000 DTSTAMP:20260825T211613Z CREATED:20260812T192617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T211613Z UID:10000356-1788372000-1788377400@stsaaj.org SUMMARY:New Parishioner Open House DESCRIPTION:Are you a new parishioner? \nJoin us for the New Parishioner Open House event at the rectory! There will be hors d’oeuvres and refreshments\, and a chance to meet other new parishioners. \nRSVP by Monday\, August 31: Click here to RSVP! URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/new-parishioner-open-house-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/New-Parishioner-Open-House-Web-Event-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T110000 DTSTAMP:20260821T184757Z CREATED:20260806T014200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T184757Z UID:10000349-1788001200-1788001200@stsaaj.org SUMMARY:Mass for God's Children DESCRIPTION:The Mass for God’s Children memorializes children who died before baptism and offers families a way to remember and celebrate their lives\, including those lost to miscarriage\, stillbirth\, infant death\, or the death of a young child. A memorial rose and naming card will be provided for families who have lost a child. \nPlease fill out the registration form HERE if you wish to attend and/or to have a beloved child memorialized. \nMore info: https://fargodiocese.net/rose-mass URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/mass-for-gods-children/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Mass-for-Gods-Children-Web-Event-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T150000 DTSTAMP:20260806T024226Z CREATED:20260806T024226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T024226Z UID:10000350-1787490000-1787497200@stsaaj.org SUMMARY:St. John Vianney Priest Residence Open House DESCRIPTION:Join Bishop Folda for an open house at the new St. John Vianney Priest Residence! The open house will include a chance to welcome Fr. James Ermer and Fr. Donald Leiphon to the neighborhood\, see the new priests’ residence\, and enjoy light refreshments. \nAddress: 5475 Bishops Blvd S.\, Fargo\, ND 58104 URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/st-john-vianney-priest-residence-open-house/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Priest-Residence-Open-House-Web-Event-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T183000 DTSTAMP:20260710T205011Z CREATED:20260710T150402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T205011Z UID:10000342-1786555800-1786559400@stsaaj.org SUMMARY:New Altar Server Training DESCRIPTION:Has your son or daughter asked about the kids assisting at the altar during Mass? Would you like to see your child serving? \nFr. Littlefield and Deacon Paul Zach are offering altar server training sessions for children who have received their first Eucharist. Take a look at the dates below and RSVP through the form. Questions? Email Fr. Joseph Litttlefield at jlittlefield@stsaaj.org \nTraining Sessions:\nSaturday\, July 11th at 10:00am\nSaturday\, July 25th at 10:00am\nThursday\, August 6th at 5:30pm\nWednesday\, August 12th at 5:30pm \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Child Name *Name of Parents * \n of Server &\n \n \n Phone Number *Select Server Training Date & Time Saturday\, July 25 at 10amThursday\, August 6 at 5:30pmWednesday\, August 12 at 5:30pmSubmit URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/new-altar-server-training/2026-08-12/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/cover-New-Altar-Server-Training-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T183000 DTSTAMP:20260710T205011Z CREATED:20260710T150402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T205011Z UID:10000341-1786037400-1786041000@stsaaj.org SUMMARY:New Altar Server Training DESCRIPTION:Has your son or daughter asked about the kids assisting at the altar during Mass? Would you like to see your child serving? \nFr. Littlefield and Deacon Paul Zach are offering altar server training sessions for children who have received their first Eucharist. Take a look at the dates below and RSVP through the form. Questions? Email Fr. Joseph Litttlefield at jlittlefield@stsaaj.org \nTraining Sessions:\nSaturday\, July 11th at 10:00am\nSaturday\, July 25th at 10:00am\nThursday\, August 6th at 5:30pm\nWednesday\, August 12th at 5:30pm \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Child Name *Name of Parents * \n Time Select Parents\n \n \n Phone Number *Select Server Training Date & Time Saturday\, July 25 at 10amThursday\, August 6 at 5:30pmWednesday\, August 12 at 5:30pmSubmit URL:https://stsaaj.org/event-calendar/new-altar-server-training/2026-08-06/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/cover-New-Altar-Server-Training-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T203000 DTSTAMP:20260731T222217Z CREATED:20260731T214201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T222217Z UID:10000348-1785958200-1785961800@stsaaj.org 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-25/ LOCATION:Sts. Anne & Joachim ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stsaaj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Ignite-the-Night-Aug-2026-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR