Resources
General Documents
St. Cloud Diocese Guiding Change PDF
Introductory Guidebook for All Things New Pastoral Planning Process – English (PDF)
Guía de introducción para el proceso de Planificación Pastoral Todo lo Nuevo (PDF)
Transparency and Confidentiality (PDF)
All Things New Process Timeline (PDF)
All Things New Parish Mergers and Closures book (PDF)
Growing Through Change: Grief Resources (PDF)
Prayer card
All Things New prayer card PDF
All Things New prayer card – Spanish PDF
Suggested uses for the “All Things New” prayer:
- Religious congregations (OSBs, OSFs, Crosiers, Poor Clares, OPs)
- ACC Pastoral Councils
- Parish Finance Councils
- Stewardship committee
- Various meeting of parish volunteers
- Liturgy committee
- Staff meetings
- Adoration
- Other parish/ ACC groups, i.e., sewing/knitting, Knights of Columbus, Altar Society,
- Music rehearsals
- Bible study, Book clubs
- School faculty/staff meetings
- School board meetings
- All Things New: Advent is a time for ‘holy restlessness’ YouTube
- All Things New: Where does hospitality begin? YouTube
- Message from Bishop Neary YouTube
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- All Things New prayer – 1920 x 1080 Digital Slide
DECEMBER 2025
DECEMBER 6 & 7—2nd SUNDAY OF ADVENT
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Change
For the ongoing All Things New planning process, this month, we reflect upon change.
Change is an essential part of the Christian journey. Change is not merely an ending — it is the beginning of something greater. The faithful are invited to trust in God’s plan and welcome renewal with faith. We welcome the unfolding of God’s promises, trusting that we are being led toward a future full of grace.
As we enter the Second Week of Advent, we are invited to embrace the theme of change as part of our journey of faith. Like John the Baptist’s call to repentance, this season urges us to open our hearts to transformation and trust in God’s unfolding plan. Take time this week for prayer and reflection: Where is God calling you to grow, let go, or begin again? Let us prepare the way of the Lord—together—with faith, hope, and openness to renewal.
Join in by praying the All Things New prayer found at www.stcdio.org/planning or by scanning the QR code.
DECEMBER 13 & 14—3rd SUNDAY OF ADVENT
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Change
As our diocese continues the All Things New planning process, we invite you to reflect on how change shapes your faith journey. How do you respond to change? Where do you need patience or support? How can we walk together in trust and hope?
Change unfolds in God’s timing, inviting us into renewal and grace. Join us in prayer and conversation as we embrace this time of transformation in our parish and diocese.
DECEMBER 20 & 21—4TH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Change
As we journey through Advent, we reflect on Joseph’s courageous acceptance of God’s unexpected plan, reminding us that change leads to new life and hope. During this season, let us open our hearts to God’s grace and trust in his promises. Our diocese continues its All Things New planning process. All Area Catholic Communities are asked to submit their plans prior to the end of the calendar year.
As discernment continues, all are invited to prayer as we journey together toward new beginnings as a diocesan faith family.
DECEMBER 27 & 28—30TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Change
Change is never easy. In the second reading this week (Colossians 3:12–21), St. Paul reminds us we are called to clothe ourselves with compassion, humility, patience, and love.
As the All Things New planning process continues, let us reflect on how we treat one another in this time of transition. Rooted in Christ, may we build up our families, parishes, and communities with understanding and grace, trusting in God’s greater plan.
Visit www.stcdio.org and click on ‘All Things New’ for prayer and reflection resources to guide you on this journey.
NOVEMBER 2025
NOVEMBER 1 & 2 —All Souls
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Accompaniment
Accompaniment lies at the heart of the Church’s mission—walking with one another in love, patience, and understanding. As Christ journeyed with His disciples, we too are called to be present to others, offering hope and solidarity so that no one walks alone.
This weekend is All Souls Day. The readings remind us that God accompanies us even beyond death.
Reflect on Romans 5:8 — “Christ died for us while we were still sinners.” How does this profound act of love inspire you to accompany others with compassion and without judgment?
Also, let us continue to pray together for the planning process using the All Things New prayer found at www.stcdio.org/planning or by scanning the QR code.
NOVEMBER 8 & 9— Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Accompaniment
As we celebrate the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica this weekend, we are reminded that “you are the temple of God, and the Spirit of God dwells in you (1 Cor 3:16).”
Each person carries sacred worth, yet many struggle to see it.
As we continue through the diocesan-wide planning process, it is important to accompany one another.
Let’s be Christ’s presence for those who feel unseen or unworthy, affirming their dignity as temples of the Holy Spirit.
This week, reflect upon the following: how can I walk with someone who needs to be reminded of their divine worth?
NOVEMBER 15 & 16—33RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Accompaniment
As a Church, we are called to accompaniment — walking alongside one another with love, patience, and understanding.
This Sunday’s readings remind us that the Christian life is not lived alone: God journeys with us, and we, in turn, journey together.
When we gather in worship, we affirm that no one walks alone — we pray, sing, and share in the sacraments as one body.
When have you most deeply felt God’s presence in communal prayer or liturgy? How does that inspire you to accompany those in need?
NOVEMBER 22 & 23— THE SOLEMNITY OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Accompaniment
On this, Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, we hear the story of Good Thief in Luke’s Gospel. His act of faith was met with Christ’s promise of presence: “Today you will be with me in Paradise.” Like him, we are invited to reach out with courage, trust in love, and accompany one another with the gift of our presence so that no one in our community walks alone.
Ask God in prayer this week for the strength to be vulnerable when you need accompanying and to identify someone who may need accompaniment.
NOVEMBER 29 & 30— 1st SUNDAY OF ADVENT
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Accompaniment
As we begin Advent, we reflect upon accompaniment—the art of walking with others in love, patience, and understanding.
This week’s first reading, Isaiah 2:1–5, calls us to come together in truth, justice, and unity.
This season, consider: Are there divisions in your community, family, or heart that God is asking you to help heal? How can you journey with others in hope and solidarity this Advent?
Together, let us build a Church and world where no one walks alone.
OCTOBER 2025
October 4 & 5
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Hospitality
This month, as the diocesan-wide pastoral planning process, All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future continues, we focus on hospitality.
As members of the Body of Christ, we are called to reflect his welcome, creating spaces of belonging, warmth and mercy. Hospitality is expressed not only in greeting but in genuine encounter, where each person is seen, known and valued. Through inclusive practices, compassionate outreach and a spirit of invitation, it is our role to ensure that all who seek Christ find a spiritual home in our churches.
Contemplate: How do you contribute to creating an inclusive space with genuine encounter in your ACC?
Let us continue to pray together for the planning process.
Join in by praying the All Things New prayer found at www.stcdio.org/planning.
October 11 & 12
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Hospitality
The process of discernment continues within All Things New planning committees throughout the diocese.
Some ACCs have presented their recommended plans to the Committee for the Affirmation of Plans (CAP) and other ACCs continue to formulate these plans.
Let’s keep in mind the impact church closures will have on our diocesan community. Can you remember a time when you had to start fresh somewhere new?
All of us are called to create a faith community where the stranger becomes friend.
If you see someone new at Mass, how do you welcome them?
October 18 & 19
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Hospitality
Change can be challenging, but Christ calls us to create a Church where every person feels they belong.
Let’s greet each other warmly and be attentive to those who may feel lost or uncertain during this time of planning and transition.
October 25 & 26
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Hospitality
This is a time to expand our hearts. Hospitality means looking beyond parish boundaries and seeing the whole diocesan family as brothers and sisters in Christ.
As parishes come together and communities shift, we may see many new faces. Let’s embrace this as a gift and take the first step to provide hospitality. This can mean introducing yourself, making space in your pew, holding a door open or an invitation to coffee.
These simple gestures can build a stronger, more welcoming Church family.
SEPTEMBER 2025
September 6 & 7
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Exploring Grief & Loss
This month, as the diocesan-wide pastoral planning process, All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future continues, we focus the grief and sense of loss that can be experienced through change.
This week’s responsorial psalm states, “In every age, O Lord, you have been our refuge.”
Area Catholic Communities within our diocese will begin to submit plans for review to the Committee for the Affirmation of Plans this month. All presented plans will require transition and change.
Although we can always find refuge in God, as companions on this planning journey, we are called to recognize feelings of grief and loss that may percolate during transition.
Contemplate: How can you support someone experiencing these feelings? How can you ask for support when you are grieving?
Let us continue to pray together for the planning process.
Join in by praying the All Things New prayer found at www.stcdio.org/planning.
September 13 & 14
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Exploring Grief & Loss
After months of research and discernment, our ACC Planning Committee is working to develop a plan for submission to the diocesan committee.
In a specific way, we keep in mind how members of our ACC will be impacted through this transition. Many are or will experience real grief—grief over possible closures, changes in leadership, or the loss of spiritual homes. Grieving is a holy response to what we love.
We encourage all parishioners to take time to pray, talk openly, and bring their sorrows to Christ, who bore His Cross for us. We are not alone. We walk together, and God walks with us.
September 20 & 21
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Exploring Grief & Loss
As the All Things New process continues across our diocese, many of us are experiencing emotional and spiritual strain. Let us not walk alone. Reach out to one another. Listen with compassion. Pray for one another. Consider forming or joining a small prayer group, especially in this time of transition.
September 27 & 28
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Exploring Grief & Loss
This Sunday’s Gospel reminds us that saying “yes” to God means more than words—it means obedience, even when it’s difficult. As the All Things New planning process continues, many are being asked to accept changes they never imagined.
If you’re struggling, you’re not alone. We are invited to walk this road together, trusting that God sees beyond our immediate pain.
This week, pray for those who experience pain and struggle that we cannot see or cannot understand.
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Prudent Stewardship
In this week’s Gospel, we are called to examine the importance of our possessions.Jesus challenges us all by saying, “Thus it will be for all who store up treasure for themselves but are not rich in what matters to God.”This month, as the diocesan-wide pastoral planning process, All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future, continues we focus on prudent stewardship. Not only are we called to reflect on the gifts God has provided us — both in possessions and in abilities, but we are called to reflect on how our ACC is utilizing all the resources it’s been gifted.
As we move forward in the planning process, let’s contemplate how we can honor the gifts that have been generously given and those yet to be given.
Let us continue to pray for the planning process. Join us by praying the All Things New prayer found at www.stcdio.org/planning or by scanning the QR code.
August 9 & 10
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Prudent Stewardship
Our ACC Planning Committee continues their focus on prayer and gathering information about the parishes in our ACC to help us discern the future vision for our faith communities.
In a specific way, we keep the guiding principle of prudent stewardship top of mind. It is the goal of the committee to use the human, structural and financial resources of our ACC to achieve our shared mission in a healthy and responsible way.
As we continue our work of discernment, we ask all members of our ACC to reflect on what it means to be prudent stewards.
August 16 & 17
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Prudent Stewardship
In today’s Gospel, Jesus said, “I have come to set the earth of fire, and how I wish it were already blazing!”
Jesus recognizes the challenge he gives his disciples with this message and recognizes there will be division.
Today, we are given the challenge of revisioning how our ACC’s look to make them vibrant communities set on fire to share Jesus’ love with others.
What is one way you can continue Christ’s ministry this week by giving someone the gift of your time?
August 23 & 24
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Prudent Stewardship
Jesus calls us to strive to enter through the narrow door. Therefore, our acts of discipleship require commitment to both the familiar and the new.
How, through our All Things New planning process can we acknowledge the familiar history of our ACC’s and through our daily choices, humility and service, create communities that will thrive for years to come?
August 30 & 31
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Prudent Stewardship
In today’s Gospel, Christ calls us to humility and generosity, to seek service over status.
How can you contribute generously to our ACC community? Does this include a gift of your time? Your skills? Your financial resources?
Each person’s gifts are required for all to come together in revisioning our ACC and build up God’s kingdom through our discipleship.
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Supporting our priests.
This month, as the diocesan-wide pastoral planning process, All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future, continues we focus on ways we can support our diocesan clergy.
As we move forward in the planning process, let’s contemplate how can we honor their commitment of service to our diocese and support their work in our ACC.
We also continue to pray for the planning process. Join us by praying the All Things New prayer found at www.stcdio.org/planning or by scanning the QR code.
June 12 & 13
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Supporting our priests.
Our ACC Planning Committee continues their focus on prayer and gathering information about the parishes in our ACC to help us discern the future vision for our faith communities.
In a specific way, we are exploring the work of our pastor (priests). It is the goal of the committee to steer our pastor’s work toward the spiritual needs of our parishes and delegate the administrative needs.
As we continue our work of discernment, we ask all members of our ACC to also discern ways we can support the work of our pastor (priests). What gifts do you have that can support our pastor (priests) or the needs of our ACC?
June 19 & 20
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Supporting our priests.
Our priests need more than our gratitude—they need our support. Whether through volunteering, offering encouragement, or participating in parish initiatives, each of us has a role in sustaining their ministry. Rooted in apostolic tradition and called to serve the church with humility, fidelity and sacrificial devotion, our priests bring Christ to us. Let us, in turn, bring Christ to them through our commitment and care.
What is one way you can be Christ to the priest(s) of your ACC this week?
June 26 & 27
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Supporting our priests.
The priesthood is a sacred gift rooted in Christ’s own mission. Our priests lead, serve, and sacrifice daily to bring us the grace of the sacraments and the guidance of Christ.
This week, be encouraged to respond to their work with your own faithful prayer—ask the Lord to strengthen their hearts, sustain their vocations, and bless them abundantly.
Could you offer a rosary, holy hour or other prayer for the intention of priest you know?
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
The diocesan-wide pastoral planning process, All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future, continues.
This month, we focus on the role our ancestors played to pave the way for our faith communities. As we move forward in the planning process, how can we honor their commitment and make our own commitment for the future of the Church.
Pray for the planning process this month by using the All Things New prayer found at www.stcdio.org/planning or by scanning the QR code.
June 6 & 7
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Our ACC planning committee wants to engage our parish communities to learn stories of our past and hear the hopes you have to create vibrant communities of faith for the future.
The members of our ACC Planning Committee include: (List Names of Members Here)
This week, take time to reflect upon the positive ways your faith has grown through past opportunities in our parishes. How can these opportunities be recreated or built upon in the future?
June 13 & 14
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
This week, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Holy Trinity. The Father, Son and Holy Spirit, a perfect model of communion, highlights the importance of unity through the challenges the planning process brings.
We all have important information to share and a shared responsibility.
This week, each time you say the sign of the cross, be reminded of the Holy Trinity and determine where you can promote reconciliation and understanding where there may be division or apathy.
June 20 & 21
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ reminds us that by receiving Christ in the Eucharist, we are called to become Christ for others.
All Things New asks each of us to examine how we can build a more participatory and welcoming faith community.
We all share in the responsibility for what our faith community becomes through the planning process—clergy, staff, lay leaders and parishioners.
This week, make a commitment to pray for our planning committee and to keep an attitude of hope throughout the process.
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
At Pentecost, the Apostles were fearfully hiding in the upper room. Then, the Holy Spirit empowered a group of ordinary people, like you and me, and they began proclaiming the gospel.
The All Things New planning process can feel overwhelming and leave us fearfully hiding from the challenges our parishes face. As the process continues, we are not expected to have all the answers, we just need a willingness to say ‘yes’ to God’s plans for us.
What are the things you are feeling fearful about as you learn more about the planning process? Pray this week to ask God how you are being called to help and for the courage to say ‘yes.’
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
The diocesan-wide pastoral planning process, All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future, continues.
This month, we focus on the role of the laity in the Church and how we are all called to engagement.
Pray for the planning process this month by using the All Things New prayer found at www.stcdio.org/planning or by scanning the QR code.
Engaging the Laity
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
God has given each person a unique set of gifts and charisms to live out their individual vocation. Through revitalized prayer and formation opportunities, encounters with family, friends, co-workers and neighbors, we can welcome new faces into the fold. We are guided by our strengths to stimulate renewal in the Church.
This week, take time to reflect upon the strengths God has given you. How can you share these in your parish community?
May 17 & 18
Engaging the Laity
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Our ACC planning committee has met with diocesan facilitators to learn more about the guiding the principles and design parameters for the diocesan planning process.
As a committee, we continue to engage in conversation and begin to discern where the Holy Spirit is calling us. We encourage all members of our ACC to pray for the guidance of the Holy Spirit through this process.
This week, while praying, ask the Holy Spirit to guide the diocesan planning process.
May 24 & 25
Engaging the Laity
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Through our baptism, we are called to serve the Church. This service is a sacrificial gift that creates life and vibrancy in faith communities. It can be difficult to step forward in service without invitation.
This week, be bold! Inquire with the parish office — ask “how can I help make our ACC more vibrant?”
April 5 & 6
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
The diocesan-wide pastoral planning process, All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future, continues.
This month, we focus on listening as a way of being Church. Pray for the planning process this month by praying the All Things New prayer found at www.stcdio.org/planning or by scanning the QR code.
April 12 & 13 – Palm Sunday
Listening as a Way of Being Church
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
On Palm Sunday, Jesus entered Jerusalem knowing his passion was upon him. Help us, inspired by his selfless love and humility, to listen to those around us.
Listening as a way of being church allows us to build stronger, more compassionate relationships.
This week, take the opportunity to listen to a fellow parishioner.
April 20 & 21—Easter Sunday
Listening as a Way of Being Church
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Through the passion and resurrection, we are shown God’s infinite love for us.
Listening as a way of church is a way to reflect God’s love.
This week, take time to practice the art of listening – to God and to one another.
Listening as a Way of Being Church
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Through the passion and resurrection, we are shown God’s infinite love for us.
Listening as a way of church is a way to reflect God’s love.
This week, take time to practice the art of listening – to God and to one another.
Mar. 1/2
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Work continues for the diocesan-wide pastoral planning process: All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.In March, we focus on Sacramental Life. Please continue to pray the All Things New prayer, found at www.stcdio.org/planning or by scanning the QR code.
Mar. 8/9
A Call to the Sacramental Life
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
The sacraments are outward signs of grace that God gives to people to help them live a life close to Jesus.
Beginning this month, ACC’s will meet with diocesan planning committees to begin, guided by an invitation to encourage full, conscious and active participation of the faithful in sacramental life of the church, to reflect on the future for our communities.
How can your participation in the sacraments this week be nurturing for you and those you encounter?
Mar. 15/16
A Call to the Sacramental Life
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
One of the guiding principles of the diocesan planning process is sacramental life. We move forward as pilgrims of hope to create vibrant communities where all feel compelled to fully participate, consciously and actively, in the sacramental life of the Church.
One of these sacraments, the sacrament of penance, allows us to experience the gift of God’s mercy.
Mar. 22/23
A Call to the Sacramental Life
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During the season of Lent, Catholics are called to a deeper sacramental life through prayer, fasting and almsgiving.
Catholics are asked to abstain from all food and drink, except for medicine and water, at least one hour before Holy Communion (Code of Canon Law 919).
This week, how can you utilize this period of abstinence to deepen your connection to Jesus through the Sacrament of the Eucharist?
Mar. 29/30
A Call to the Sacramental Life
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The Lenten season calls all Catholics to renew the commitments made through the Sacrament of Baptism, while other members of our parish community prepare for their baptism on Holy Saturday.
This week, reflect upon the commitment made at the time of your baptism and the profession of faith you make each week at Mass.
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
Work continues for the diocesan-wide pastoral planning process: All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
This month, we focus on Missionary Discipleship. To focus our work this month, we invite you to pray the All Things New prayer, which can be found at www.stcdio.org/planning or by scanning the QR code.
A Call to Missionary Discipleship
All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future.
In ‘The Joy of the Gospel’ Pope Francis reminds us:
“In virtue of their baptism, all members of the People of God have become missionary disciples.”
The All Things New diocesan planning process challenges us to reflect upon ways we embody our role as disciples (someone who follows Jesus) and as missionaries (someone who shares Jesus with others).
How can you share Jesus with others this week?
Feb. 15/16
A Call to Missionary Discipleship
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To move in the world as missionary disciples, we must first build our relationship with God. Participation in the sacraments and regular prayer habits help build us up spiritually and intellectually. What are some ways you can enhance your prayer life? Is there an ACC program to assist with regular prayer?
Feb. 22/23
A Call to Missionary Discipleship
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Have you ever thought about the impact of intercessory prayer? Intercessory prayer is the act of praying to God for others. When you ask someone how you can pray for them, it provides a way to show your love for them and for God and creates an opportunity for you to carry someone with you in prayer.
Will you accept the challenge of asking someone how you can pray for them this week?
DECEMBER 2025
DECEMBER 6 & 7—2nd SUNDAY OF ADVENT
For our diocesan family, as we journey through the All Things New planning process: that the Holy Spirit may guide us in trust, courage, and unity, leading us to renewal rooted in faith, hope, and love.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
DECEMBER 13 & 14—3rd SUNDAY OF ADVENT
For our ACC during the diocesan-wide planning process, that we may embrace the changes before us with faith, courage, and hope, trusting that God is making all things new.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
DECEMBER 20 & 21—4TH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
For the Church, that like Joseph, we may embrace God’s call with faith and courage, trusting in the unfolding of His plan for renewal and grace.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
DECEMBER 27 & 28—30TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
For our Church, especially in this time of diocesan transition through the All Things New planning process: that we may clothe ourselves with compassion, patience, and love, supporting one another with faith and unity as we embrace God’s call to renewal.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
NOVEMBER 2025
NOVEMBER 1 & 2 —All Souls
For our ACC as we continue through our All Things New pastoral planning process, that we may grow in the spirit of accompaniment—walking with one another in times of joy and hardship, offering understanding and support so that no one in our midst walks alone.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
NOVEMBER 8 & 9— FEAST OF THE DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA
For our diocesan family in this time of renewal: That the All Things New process may strengthen our unity and help us see the divine presence in one another.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
NOVEMBER 15 & 16—33RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
For our parish community — that our worship together may deepen our bonds and inspire us to carry one another’s joys and burdens as we work together to make All Things New.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
NOVEMBER 22 & 23— THE SOLEMNITY OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE
For each of us, that we will heed the call to accompany those who feel vulnerable, lonely, or in need of help and provide Christ’s presence through our care.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
NOVEMBER 29 & 30— 1st SUNDAY OF ADVENT
For each of us, that during Advent we may recognize the divisions in our hearts and take steps to journey with others in love and understanding.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
OCTOBER 2025
OCTOBER 4/5 —27th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
For our ACC as we continue the All Things New planning process, that the Holy Spirit will guide the committee through discernment and give each of us the grace to reflect Jesus as we work together.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
OCTOBER 11/12—28th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
That our ACC will be an example of radical hospitality as we journey through transitions brought on by the All Things New planning process.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
OCTOBER 18/19—29TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
For our diocese, that as we continue our journey together in the All Things New planning process, we will be guided by the Holy Spirit to remain open to new ways to spread the Gospel.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
OCTOBER 25/26—30TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
For our diocesan family during the All Things New planning process, that we may be open to renewal, courageous in faith, and united in love as we discern the future of our parishes and ministries.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
SEPTEMBER 2025
September 6 & 7—23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
For our ACC as we continue the All Things New planning process, may we be guided by the Holy Spirit through discernment and rely upon God during times of transition.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
September 13 & 14 —Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
For a spirit of unity within our ACC and all ACC’s in the Diocese of Saint Cloud; That even in our differences and disappointments, we remain one in faith, hope and love trusting that God is making all things new.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
September 20 & 21—25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
For pastors, lay leaders and all in our diocese who carry the weight of leadership during the All Things New planning process, that they may be strengthened with courage, gentleness and a deep trust in God’s providence.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
September 27 & 28—26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
For those who are struggling to accept change or feel distant from the Church in this time, that their questions and emotions may be received with compassion, and that they may experience the mercy and welcome of Christ.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
AUGUST 2025
August 2 & 3—18thSunday in Ordinary Time
For our ACC as we continue to walk through the All Things New planning process, may we be guided by the Holy Spirit to use our gifts in service to others and to build up the Body of Christ.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
August 9 & 10—19thSunday in Ordinary Time
As the All Things New planning committee continues their work, that they will be guided by the Holy Spirit to help our community grow in vibrancy.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
August 16 & 17—20thSunday in Ordinary Time
For our ACC and our diocese, that all may joyfully respond to God’s love by embracing their call to serve generously in our community.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
August 23 & 24—21stSunday in Ordinary Time
That we may come together as a community, offering our time and talents to strengthen our ministries and outreach efforts in hopes of making All Things New.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
August 30 & 31—22ndSunday in Ordinary Time
That our planning efforts will include respectful dialogue, shared responsibility and a spirit of stewardship rooted in faith.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
JULY 2025
July 5 & 6—14thSunday in Ordinary Time
As we are reminded in today’s gospel that “the harvest is plenty, but the laborers are few,” let us pray for all considering a vocation of ministry, including all discerning the priesthood, diaconate or religious life, may they respond generously to God’s call to serve the Church.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
July 12 & 13—15thSunday in Ordinary Time
For all the priests who are weary, isolated or discouraged that they may be renewed in spirit and consoled by the love of Christ, and that we, the people of God, may find ways to provide encouragement and support.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
July 19 & 20—16thSunday in Ordinary Time
For our ACC and our diocese, that we may joyfully embrace our role in the life of the Church by encouraging and supporting our priests through prayer, active involvement, and generous hearts, helping them to remain strong in their sacred mission.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
July 26 & 27 – 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time
As we continue the All Things New diocesan-wide planning process, we pray for priests, that they may remain faithful to their apostolic mission, living as true instruments of Christ’s love and serve the church with humility, fidelity and sacrificial devotion.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
INTERCESSION FOR ANY DAY OF THE WEEK:
For our ACC committee engaged in the diocesan-wide pastoral planning process, All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future, that they may listen to the Holy Spirit’s guidance and the needs of the faithful and will lead us all in a direction that honors God’s will.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
JUNE 2025
May 31 & June 1—7thSunday of Easter/Ascension
For our ACC committee engaged in the diocesan-wide pastoral planning process, All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future, that they may listen to the Holy Spirit’s guidance and the needs of the faithful and will lead us all in a direction that honors God’s will.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
June 6 & 7—Pentecost Sunday
For our ACC, may we call upon the Holy Spirit to guide our discernment as we honor the history of our parishes and use our gifts to create the future.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
June 13 & 14—The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
For our ACC and our diocese, that as we discern our path forward in this time of planning and renewal, we may be open to the Spirit’s guidance and united in vision and purpose.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
June 20 & 21—Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood Of Christ
For all here, unified in the Body and Blood of Christ, that we will recognize our role in the life and future of the Church and respond with willing hands.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer
June 27 & 28—Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, Apostles
For all here, that we may follow the example of Saints Peter and Paul and all the apostles. Just as they were called out of their ordinary roles into extraordinary, may we be called and empowered, to create extraordinary Area Catholic Communities.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer
For our ACC committee engaged in the diocesan-wide pastoral planning process, All Things New: Honoring the past, inspiring the future, that they may listen to the Holy Spirit’s guidance and the needs of the faithful and will lead us all in a direction that honors God’s will.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
For the lay faithful, that the Easter promise of new life may inspire them to utilize their God-given gifts to strengthen and renew the Church.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
For all in our Area Catholic Community, as we continue in the All Things New diocesan planning process, that the Easter season may give us strength to overcome struggles and the courage to create the community God calls us to be.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
May 24 & 25 — Sixth Sunday of Easter
For all here, that we will renew our commitment to our baptismal call by sharing our time and increasing our participation in our Area Catholic Communities.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer
April 5 & 6 – Fifth Sunday of Lent
For all who participate in the diocesan-wide pastoral planning process, All things new: Honoring the past, inspiring the future, that they may listen to the Holy Spirit’s guidance, the needs of the faithful and will lead all in a way that honors God’s will.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
April 12 & 13 – Palm Sunday
For our diocesan community, that we may listen to the voice of Christ and the needs of one another as we journey through Holy Week.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
April 20 & 21—Easter Sunday
For all in our Area Catholic Community, that Easter joy may deepen our faith and make us more committed to listening as a way of being Church to one another.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
For our Area Catholic Community this Divine Mercy Sunday, that we may be a listening presence and a reflection of God’s mercy.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer
MARCH 2025
Mar. 1/2—EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Lord, it is good to give thanks to you. In gratefulness for our Area Catholic Community, we ask for fortitude as we work together to create a vibrant sacramental life for all members of our community.
We pray to the Lord
Mar. 8/9—FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
Lord, when we face challenging times or are feeling defeated, help us to close our eyes and our ears to temptation for an easier way and the courage to turn to you through the sacraments.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
Mar. 15/16—SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
Knowing you are our light and salvation, helps us to find new ways to immerse ourselves in the sacramental life of the church this week.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
Mar. 22/23 —THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
Lord, help us to recognize your presence in the sacrament of the Eucharist and in one another. Help us to have open hearts and to share your kindness and mercy with others.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
Mar. 29/30 — FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
Just as the Prodigal Son felt a yearning to be with his father, help us to feel a deeper desire to be near you through a relationship with your son and through participation in the sacraments.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
FEBRUARY 2025
Feb. 1/2
Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
Just as Simeon was attuned to the presence of the Lord, help us to engage in active listening to allow those we encounter to know the presence of the Lord through our presence.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
Feb. 8/9
Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
We ask God to help us embody the role of missionary disciples this week. Allow us to shine your light and share with others the joy we experience as your beloved.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
Feb. 15/16
Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
We pray for the courage to answer the call to carry Jesus into the world to nourish those around us, just as we are nourished by your word and the eucharist at this Mass.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
Feb. 22/23
Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
We are built for relationships and connection, Lord. Help us to move outside our communication comfort zone—particularly social media and electronic communication—and call us to connect with our friends and loved ones in a new way this week.
We pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear our prayer.
All Things New: Hospitality within our parishes
Benedictine sister Nina Lasceski returns to share thoughts the Benedictine value of hospitality. Reflection includes ways Area Catholic Communities can be especially hospitable when welcoming visitors and new members during the diocesan planning process — All Things New (Minnesota Catholic podcasts).
All Things New: Grief turned to advocacy
Tami and Randy Kruzel’s daughter BriAnna died unexpectedly by unknown causes in 2013 and Scott and Reyne Roeder’s son Jackson died by suicide in 2018.
Tami Kruzel and Scott Roeder took their grief and turned it into advocacy when they began Bri’s Lodge and the Jackson Roeder Legacy fund, respectively. Each bereaved parent shares their grief journey and their hopes to help others with their work. (Minnesota Catholic podcasts)
All Things New: How we experience grief
Mary Jo Legare-Hoffmann, faith community nurse at St. Augustine’s church in St. Cloud, and Bethany Tollefson, parish health ministries coordinator and a nurse in behavioral health discuss how grief looks and feels different for everyone and provide resources for those needing mental health support.
For the Diocesan Mental Health Committee website click the link: https://stcdio.org/mental-health-ministry/ (Minnesota Catholic podcasts)
All Things New: Benedict never uses the word ‘Stewardship’
Benedictine Sister, Nina Lasceski, reflects upon how St. Benedict encourages Christian stewardship through his Rule without using the word stewardship in the document. Discussion also includes stewardship in the context of the All Things New diocesan planning process. (Minnesota Catholic podcasts)
All Things New: Jessica Goebel and Adam Saltmarsh on Human Stewardship
All Things New Planning Series: In this episode, Jessica Goebel, human resources coordinator at the Diocese of St. Cloud, and Adam Saltmarsh, director of operations for the Parishes on the Prairie ACC, explore human stewardship. The conversation delves into approaching leadership with humility, nurturing God-given potential and seeing teammates through God’s eyes. (Minnesota Catholic podcasts)
Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future: A conversation with P.J. and Wyatt Connors
Throughout his life, PJ Connors has shared his faith and served in ministry in various roles, but his role as Confirmation Sponsor and grandfather to Wyatt Connors is especially special to him. PJ and Wyatt share how their faith journeys have inspired one another. (Minnesota Catholic podcasts)
All Things New: Emmaus Institute provides a foundation for lay leaders
In this episode, part of our ongoing series focusing on the pastoral planning initiative ‘All Things New,’ we hear a conversation between Amy Hoeschen, administrator for the One in Faith ACC and Jessica Goebel, human resources coordinator for the diocese of Saint Cloud. They share about their experience as lay faithful in the Church and how their choice to enroll in the Emmaus Institute program not only helped them grow in knowledge of Church history and teaching, but provided the foundation for their lives as lay leaders. (Minnesota Catholic podcasts)
All Things New: Listening for discernment with Linda George
Linda George, parishioner at St. Boniface in Cold Spring, shares how listening plays a role in discernment process – listening to others, to research, to the Holy Spirit. She provides examples of discernment from her life, methods she finds useful and even a nugget of wisdom her daily devotional brought forward on the Solemnity of Saint Joseph. (Minnesota Catholic podcasts)
All Things New: Listening in the Benedictine tradition
Benedictine monk, David Paul Lange and Benedictine sister, Nina Lasceski provide insight on listening through a Benedictine lens. They explore listening as a a whole-body experience and share ideas on how we better listen to God, to oneself and to others. The practice of Lectio Divina is also discussed. (Minnesota Catholic podcasts)
All Things New: A Visit with the Shefvelands
Philip and Hannah Shefveland speak about their experience supporting individuals through sacrament preparation and how their involvement in young adult groups helps nourish their sacramental life. Hannah teaches second grade at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School in St. Cloud and Philip is the director of discipleship and evangelization for the All Called to Christ Area Catholic Community and campus minister at Christ Church Newman Center. Hannah also serves as first sacraments coordinator for their ACC. (Minnesota Catholic podcasts)
Father Matthew Crane, the vicar of canonical affairs for the Diocese of St. Cloud and Father Erik Lundgren, parochial administrator of the Church of Saint Wendelin, Luxemburg, the Church of the Holy Cross, Pearl Lake, and the Church of Saint Mary Help of Christians in St. Augusta, join us for a lively dicussion about sacramental life focusing on the question, what is the purpose of liturgy? (Minnesota Catholic podcasts)
Dianne Towalski, digital media manager for the Diocese of St. Cloud talks with Deacon Joe Kresky and Karen Handeland from Sacred Heart Parish in Sauk Rapids about their passion for mission and trips they have been on, including their most recent trip to remote villages in Alaska. (Minnesota Catholic podcasts)
All Things New: Jon Ruis on being agents of change
John Ruis, owner and principal of Ruis Consulting Group, talks with Joe Towalski, chancellor of
the Diocese of St. Cloud. (Minnesota Catholic podcasts)
Daniella Zsupan-Jerome, assistant professor of pastoral theology at Saint John’s School of Theology and Seminary and director of the Sustained Encuentro grant, discusses her new book, Speak Lord Your Servant is Listening: Reflections on Faithful Communication in the Digital Age, with host Amber Walling. Zsupan-Jerome provides insight on the format of her book and how its devotional format is accessible for all adult readers. The themes of scripture, prayer, communication and digital media are discussed as well as ways being a faithful communicator can assist in missionary discipleship. (Minnesota Catholic podcasts)
All Things New: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future
Brenda Kresky, director of planning for the Diocese of St. Cloud and Mike Laughery from Emmaus Partners about the history behind the planning process and some of the challenges facing the diocese now and in the future. (Minnesota Catholic podcasts)
All Things New – Current realities to consider in the planning process
Brenda Kresky, director of planning for the Diocese of St. Cloud and Mike Laughery from Emmaus Partners about some of the current realities the diocese is dealing with. (Minnesota Catholic podcasts)
All Things New: Diocesan Planning Council
Brenda Kresky, director of planning for the Diocese of St. Cloud and members of the Diocesan Planning Council, Karen Pundsack and Andy Klinnert. (Minnesota Catholic podcasts)
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