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Security & Emergency Response Training

Posted on April 26, 2023 in: General News

Security & Emergency Response Training

Security & Emergency Response Preparedness Training Event St. Stephen’s invites all Liturgical Ministers and parishioners to a special presentation hosted by Mike Christianson, Protective Security Advisor of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency on Thursday, May 4 from 6:...

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Mardi Gras 2023

Posted on February 20, 2023 in: General News

Mardi Gras 2023

Help us reach our Mardi Gras Goals! The 24th Annual Mardi Gras Gala might be over, but we still need your help with our fundraising goal! Thank you to our sponsors and to all who contributed their time, talent, treasure, and prayers! We are so grateful and appreciative of your support. F...

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2023 Lenten Opportunities

Posted on February 08, 2023 in: General News

2023 Lenten Opportunities

Come join us for Lent! Join St. Stephen's Catholic Community for all our 2023 Lenten Opportunities. Ash Wednesday Masses: 6:30 am; 8 am with music & school children present; 12:15 pm; 6 pm with music; 7:30 pm en Español con musica First Friday (of Lent) Fish Tacos: Friday...

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First Friday Lenten Fish Tacos

Posted on February 02, 2023 in: Faith for Life News

First Friday Lenten Fish Tacos

One Night Only! Join St. Stephen's Catholic Community for First Friday Lenten Fish Tacos on the first Friday of Lent! Come to the FCC on Friday, February 24 from 4:30 pm until 6:30 pm for fish tacos and conversation before Bilingual Stations of the Cross at 7 pm ...

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Parish Mission: A Walk with Lent

Posted on February 02, 2023 in: General News

Parish Mission: A Walk with Lent

Fr. Lachowitzer to Present Lenten Mission All community members are invited to St. Stephen's Catholic Church on Thursday, March 9 at 6:30 pm for our Lenten Mission; A Walk with Lent. Fr. Charlie Lachowitzer, Vicar General of the Archdiocese and Pastor at St. Gerard's will present this tho...

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Men's Chili Cook-off & Card Party

Posted on January 05, 2023 in: General News

Men's Chili Cook-off & Card Party

Calling all Men! St. Stephen’s Catholic Community invites all men to our Chili Cook-Off and Card Party on Saturday, January 21 at 6 pm in the Faith Community Center (FCC). Join us after 5 pm Mass for an evening of fun with the guys, including food, card playing, and chili judging. ...

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Thank God for Beer-Homebrew Contest

Posted on January 05, 2023 in: General News

Thank God for Beer-Homebrew Contest

Second Annual Thank God for Beer - Homebrew Contest and Community Event Join St. Stephen’s Catholic Community, beer leader Fr. James and fellow beer lovers for our second annual Thank God For Beer event. Mark your calendars for Friday, April 21 at 6:30 PM in the FCC. ...

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Used Book Sale

Posted on January 04, 2023 in: General News

Used Book Sale

St. Stephen's Annual Used Book Sale Set for Saturday, February 25 Calling all book lovers! It is time to clean out your bookshelves, make your list of favorite authors, and grab that piggy bank! St. Stephen's Catholic Community will host the Annual Used Book Sale on Saturday, Februar...

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We are hiring!

Posted on January 03, 2023 in: General News

We are hiring!

Join our team as Pastoral Care Director! St. Stephen's Catholic Community is seeking a Pastoral Care Director. Please see the following position summary, responsibilities, and qualifications. For interested candidates, please email a cover letter and resume to our Parish Administrator, L...

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Mardi Gras Gala 2023

Posted on December 15, 2022 in: General News

Mardi Gras Gala 2023

Let's CONNECT at the 24th Annual Mardi Gras Gala! Please mark your calendars for our 24th Annual Mardi Gras Gala happening on Saturday, February 18, 2023. A tradition of celebrating community, sharing exquisite cuisine, and contributing to our Parish just before...

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Christmas Mass Schedule

Posted on December 08, 2022 in: General News

Christmas Mass Schedule

Christmas Mass at St. Stephen's St. Stephen’s Catholic Community wishes you a very Merry Christmas! Come join us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus! You and your loved ones are personally invited to celebrate Christmas Mass with us and feel free to invite friends and neighbors. ...

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2022 Advent Opportunities

Posted on November 28, 2022 in: General News

2022 Advent Opportunities

Advent Opportunities at St. Stephen's May this Advent be a time of spiritual awakening and renewal for you as we prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Join your St. Stephen’s Catholic Community in all the Advent opportunities we have planned. Mark your ...

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St. Stephen's Ministry Fair

Posted on November 01, 2022 in: General News

St. Stephen's Ministry Fair

St. Stephen's Ministry Fair Come connect with the St. Stephen’s Catholic Community and your faith family after all the Masses in FCC on November 12 and 13 for hospitality and our Ministry Fair. Learn about ministry opportunities and how to get involved! Participating in our parish&rs...

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Catholic Perspective: Death & Dying with Dignity

Posted on October 27, 2022 in: General News

End of Life Seminar Join Fr. Tim Tran and the St. Stephen's Staff on Saturday, November 12 from 8:30 am until 12 pm in the Faith Community Center (FCC) for an End of Life seminar. Invite your family and friends to attend this insightful, informational, and valuable event! Call the Parish Office at 763-421-2471 to RSVP; appreciated but not required. Light refreshments will be provided....

The Eucharistic Revival Has Begun

Posted on October 27, 2022 in: General News

The Eucharistic Revival Has Begun

Come Join the Revival! Have You Heard? We are in the midst of a National Eucharistic Revival! Jesus desires to heal, renew, and unify the Church and the world. How will he do it? By uniting us once again around the source and summit of our faith—the Holy Eucharist. St. Stephen...

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St. Stephen's Craft Boutique

Posted on October 13, 2022 in: General News

St. Stephen's Craft Boutique

Save the date for St. Stephen's Craft Boutique! Join us on Saturday, November 19 from 9 am until 4 pm at St. Stephen's Catholic School (506 Jackson St. Anoka, MN 55303) for the St. Stephen's Craft Boutique! 75+ local vendors and an all-day cafe! Homemade baked goods and more...

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Join our team!

Posted on September 28, 2022 in: General News

Join our team!

Seeking Bilingual Administrative Assistant & Coordinator for Liturgy & Formation St. Stephen's Catholic Community is seeking a part-time Bilingual Administrative Assistant and Coordinator for Liturgy and Formation. Please see the following position summary, responsibi...

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Pizza with Fr. Tim

Posted on September 28, 2022 in: General News

Pizza with Fr. Tim

St. Stephen's Young Adults, Join Us! Young Adults (18+) of St. Stephen's are invited to an evening of food, faith, and fellowship with Associate Pastor, Fr. Tim! Join us on Friday, October 7 for pizza and fellowship in The Refuge at St. Stephen's Catholic Church hosted by Fr. ...

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Hiring Now!

Posted on August 10, 2022 in: General News

Hiring Now!

Seeking Latino Ministry Music Coordinator St. Stephen's Catholic Community is seeking a part-time Latino Ministry Music Coordinator. Please see the following position summary, responsibilities, and qualifications. For interested candidates, please email a cover letter and resume to our P...

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Behold, I Make All Things NEW

Posted on August 02, 2022 in: Faith for Life News

Behold, I Make All Things NEW

Come see how your spiritual life can be enriched! Two inspirational hours, one unified message. Behold, I make all things NEW. Parishioners, family, and friends! All are invited to listen to Fr. Tim Tran and Seminarian Randy Skeate speak about the Eucharist, the Source and Summit of our ...

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What is OCIA?

Posted on June 22, 2022 in: General News

What is OCIA?

WHAT IS OCIA? The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA), formerly known as RCIA, is the process through which people become full members of the Roman Catholic Church or complete their Catholic initiation. It is an opportunity to join others in deepening one’s relationship with Jesu...

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SPRING CLEAN-UP AT CALVARY CEMETERY

Posted on April 18, 2022 in: General News

SPRING CLEAN-UP AT CALVARY CEMETERY

SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT SPRING CLEAN-UP AT CALVARY CEMETERY Join us on Saturday, April 30 for Spring Cleaning at Calvary Cemetery. All are welcome; adults, youth, and Parish groups. Friends or families are welcome to work together or meet and join with new friends. Students in need of service hours...

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Join us for Spring Fest!

Posted on April 14, 2022 in: General News

Join us for Spring Fest!

Spring Fest Raffle and Community Celebration, May 21 Come join your faith family for our Annual Spring Fest Raffle and Community Celebration. Unite with St. Stephen's Catholic Community for food, fun, and fundraising on May 21! Available in the Gathering Space from now until the event is y...

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2022 Holy Week and Easter Schedule

Posted on April 04, 2022 in: General News

2022 Holy Week and Easter Schedule

Come witness the event that changed everything! Please join St. Stephen's Catholic Community for the following events during Holy Week and on Easter Sunday. 2022 Holy Week Holy Thursday 8 am Morning Prayer in the Chapel 1 pm Stations of the Cross led by St. Step...

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Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Posted on March 30, 2022 in: General News

Annual Easter Egg Hunt

St. Stephen’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Saturday, April 16 Our Annual Easter Egg Hunt is Saturday, April 16 starting at 9 am. Parents, please arrive by 8:45 am so you know where your child will hunt for eggs. Eggs will be hidden around the school playground and parking lots; inside FCC weathe...

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The Truth About Assisted Suicide

Posted on March 03, 2022 in: General News

The Truth About Assisted Suicide

Assisted Suicide: It's Not What it Seems St. Stephen's Catholic Community, in partnership with Life Matters Ministry, is hosting Lynn Varco from Minnesota Catholic Conference. All are welcome to come and attend this presentation on Tuesday, March 29 at 6:30 pm in the Faith Community ...

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Lenten Mission: The Sign of the Cross

Posted on March 01, 2022 in: General News

Lenten Mission: The Sign of the Cross

Fr. Lachowitzer Presents Lenten Mission All community members are invited to St. Stephen's Catholic Church on March 20th, 21st, 22nd, and 23rd at 7 pm for our Lenten Mission; The Sign of the Cross. Fr. Charlie Lachowitzer, Vicar General of the Archdiocese and Pastor at St. Gerard's presen...

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Soup and Stations: Lent 2022

Posted on February 15, 2022 in: General News

Soup and Stations: Lent 2022

Soup and Bilingual Stations of the Cross St. Stephen's Catholic Community invites all parishioners, family, and friends to our Soup and Stations events Friday evenings during Lent. Join us for soup, bread, dessert, and beverages in FCC before bilingual Stations of the Cro...

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Best of Live Auction is Back!

Posted on February 08, 2022 in: General News

Best of Live Auction is Back!

Best of Live Auction Raffle Tickets Now On Sale! Best of Live (BOL) is back at Mardi Gras again this year! Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 26 for our in-person, 23rd Annual Mardi Gras Gala. Purchase your BOL raffle tickets now for a chance to win some fabulous prizes! We ...

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Formed: The Catholic Faith, On Demand

Posted on January 12, 2022 in: General News

Formed: The Catholic Faith, On Demand

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Family-Friendly Evening of Fun!

Posted on October 05, 2021 in: General News

Family-Friendly Evening of Fun!

Join St. Stephen's Catholic Community for a Halloween evening of family-friendly fun! All are invited to participate in St. Stephen's Halloween Party and Trunk-or-Treating event scheduled for Saturday, October 30! From 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm all are welcome to our family-friendly Hallow...

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Jon Leonetti is Coming to St. Stephen's!

Posted on September 22, 2021 in: Faith for Life News

Jon Leonetti is Coming to St. Stephen's!

Jon Leonetti Scheduled to Speak at St. Stephen's October 13 Family, friends, parishioners, and neighbors of St. Stephen's are invited to an evening of meaning, purpose, and passion! Wednesday, October 13 from 6:30 pm until 8:00 pm nationally known Catholic speaker, best-selling author, an...

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St. Stephen's Blessing of the Animals Date Set

Posted on September 08, 2021 in: General News

St. Stephen's Blessing of the Animals Date Set

Join us for our Blessing of the Animals Saturday, October 2 St. Stephen's Catholic Community annual Blessing of the Animals is scheduled for Saturday, October 2 at 10:00 am. All pets are invited, big or small, living in water or on land, to receive a blessing in honor and remembrance of Saint...

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Join a SYNOD Small Group at St. Stephen's!

Posted on September 01, 2021 in: Faith for Life News

Join a SYNOD Small Group at St. Stephen's!

If you do something this fall, join a SYNOD small group discussion at St. Stephen's! Starting Tuesday, September 21 at 6:00 pm in FCC, St. Stephen's will host weekly SYNOD small group discussions until Tuesday, October 26. Be part of this historic moment now, and the future of our lo...

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Interested in Becoming Catholic?

Posted on August 31, 2021 in: Faith for Life News

Interested in Becoming Catholic?

All those interested in becoming Catholic are invited to our first RCIA class on Wednesday, September 22. Please join St. Stephen's for a Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) information session on September 22 from 6:30 pm until 8:00 pm in FCC 10. If you are interested in...

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Welcome Back Children's Fair

Posted on August 12, 2021 in: General News

Welcome Back Children's Fair

Welcome Back Children's Fair September 12 St. Stephen's Catholic Community enthusiastically welcomes families to fully celebrate with us! The presence of children is a gift to our Church. Like all of us, they are members of the Body of Christ and a reminder of the growth and future of our...

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Family Movie Night July 28

Posted on July 13, 2021 in: Faith for Life News

Family Movie Night July 28

Family Movie Night at St. Stephen's Come join St. Stephen's Catholic Community for a family movie night on Wednesday, July 28 from 6:30 pm until 8:30 pm. We will be showing the movie LUCA in the St. Stephen's Catholic Church Faith Community Center (FCC) number 10. P...

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Volunteers Needed for RCIA

Posted on July 08, 2021 in: General News

Volunteers Needed for RCIA

Will you help others seeking to be initiated into the Catholic Church? The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is not so much a program as a process. Through the RCIA, men and women discern God's call to enter the Catholic Church and are helped along in this process by many Catholic...

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Community Picnic with Fr. Bennet

Posted on June 10, 2021 in: General News

Community Picnic with Fr. Bennet

Community Picnic with Fr. Bennet Set for Saturday, July 3 Come join Fr. Bennet and other members of our St. Stephen's Catholic Community for a picnic after 5 pm Mass on Saturday, July 3. The event will take place in FCC. The Parish will provide hamburgers and brats, plus water and le...

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Archbishop Announces Return of Sunday Obligation

Posted on June 08, 2021 in: General News

Archbishop Announces Return of Sunday Obligation

Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda Announces July 1 Return of Sunday Obligation In a letter dated June 3, 2021 sent by Archbishop Hebda thanking the faithful and all parish and school staff for their sacrifices during the pandemic, he announced that the dispensation of the Sunday obligation will be li...

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Social Distancing Updates at St. Stephen's

Posted on May 25, 2021 in: General News

Social Distancing Updates at St. Stephen's

Social Distancing Updates at St. Stephen's The following changes will begin the weekend of May 29 and 30. Social distancing requirements for Church are ending. Community members can sit wherever they would like. For those who wish to social distance, we will continue social dist...

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Help Build the New St. Stephen's School Playground

Posted on May 17, 2021 in: General News

Help Build the New St. Stephen's School Playground

COME HELP BUILD THE NEW PLAYGROUND AT ST. STEPHEN’S SCHOOL On June 12th from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, volunteers are needed to help with our Community Build of the new playground. Volunteers are required to be 18+ years old, or ages 16-18 with a parent. We need at least 35 volunteers for the ful...

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Bilingual Faith Formation Assistant

Posted on May 06, 2021 in: Faith for Life News

Bilingual Faith Formation Assistant

Seeking Bilingual Assistant to the Faith for Life Staff St. Stephen’s Catholic Community is hiring an additional person to join our faith formation staff, otherwise known as Faith for Life, as Assistant to Faith for Life in English and Spanish. This individual is responsible for assist...

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Annual Spring Fundraiser

Posted on May 04, 2021 in: General News

Annual Spring Fundraiser

St. Stephen's Releases Annual Spring Fundraiser Details Dear Community Members, Each spring we raise money to support our mission to seek, love, & serve Jesus Christ. This includes our ministries; Faith for Life, adult formation, worship, pastoral care, Spanish formation, and catholic ...

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Campus and Cemetery Clean Up April 17

Posted on April 05, 2021 in: General News

Campus and Cemetery Clean Up April 17

VOLUNTEER OR HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT OUR SPRING CLEAN-UP Come join us on Saturday, April 17 (rain date April 24) for Spring Cleaning at Calvary Cemetery and St. Stephen’s campus. All are welcome! Bring your family and friends; adults, youth, and Parish groups. What time? We will st...

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St. Stephen's Announces Holy Week Schedule

Posted on March 10, 2021 in: General News

St. Stephen's Announces Holy Week Schedule

Come join us at the Church this Lenten season to witness the immense blessing that comes from the most painful of suffering that is Jesus’s sacrifice on the cross. Whether you have been away for a while or you are frequently at Mass, we welcome you with open arms to join us for Holy Week. Unit...

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Introducing Lenten Hope

Posted on February 17, 2021 in: General News

Introducing Lenten Hope

Introducing St. Stephen's Lenten Hope St. Stephen’s Catholic Community is introducing a new opportunity for parishioners to lend a hand to fellow parishioners in these unprecedented times of need. The project, Lenten Hope, invites parishioners to nominate those facing hardship...

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2021 Mardi Gras Gala Results

Posted on February 15, 2021 in: General News

2021 Mardi Gras Gala Results

THANK YOU! We did it! Thank you to all who helped make our 22nd Annual Mardi Gras Gala such a successful event! The full fundraising details will be shared soon. We did achieve (and exceed!) our $75,000 goal to construct a new elementary playground at St. Stephen's Catholic Scho...

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Reopening for Small, In-Person Gatherings

Posted on February 10, 2021 in: General News

Reopening for Small, In-Person Gatherings

St. Stephen's Catholic Community Reopens for Small, In-Person Gatherings We joyously announce the Church will reopen for small, in-person gatherings. Please review the following information and let us know if you have any questions. When will this change take effect? Beginning after Ash...

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Mardi Gras Gala: What You Need To Know

Posted on January 19, 2021 in: General News

Mardi Gras Gala: What You Need To Know

MARDI GRAS GALA—SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2021 We are excited to share additional details of our 22nd Annual Mardi Gras Gala! A tradition of celebrating community, sharing exquisite cuisine, and contributing to our Parish just before Lent. Please visit our online fundraising site, BidPal, to v...

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Auction Items for Mardi Gras

Posted on January 12, 2021 in: General News

Auction Items for Mardi Gras

Our faithful Mardi Gras Gala planning committee is busy creating a never before, virtual experience you don't want to miss! Please mark your calendars for Saturday, February 13, 2021. HOW YOU CAN HELP: We are currently seeking new auction donation items and bottles of wine valued at $15 ...

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Adoration On Wednesdays Inside the Church

Posted on January 12, 2021 in: General News

Adoration On Wednesdays Inside the Church

We are excited to announce that Adoration in the Church begins again on January 13, 2021. All are welcome each Wednesday from 10 am until 8 pm. Please continue pandemic precautions. We ask that each person wears a mask indoors, follows social distancing requirements, and sanitizes their hands oft...

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Mark Your Calendars for Mardi Gras Gala!

Posted on December 09, 2020 in: General News

Mark Your Calendars for Mardi Gras Gala!

Mark Your Calendars for Our 22nd Annual Mardi Gras Gala! We are excited to share additional details of our 22nd Annual Mardi Gras Gala! A tradition of celebrating community, sharing exquisite cuisine, and contributing to our Parish just before Lent. Please make your calendars...

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Community Update Related to Covid-19

Posted on November 12, 2020 in: General News

Community Update Related to Covid-19

Dear St. Stephen’s Catholic Community, We thank you all for your kind thoughts, prayers, and well wishes. We too are thinking of our community, and ask for continued prayers and patience. In the spirit of proactive communication, we need to inform you the parish office will be tempo...

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