https://stfxb.org RSS feeds for Church of St. Francis Xavier 60 https://stfxb.org/Resources/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/1921/Free-Catholic-Content-on-FORMED#Comments 0 https://stfxb.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=652&ArticleID=1921 https://stfxb.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=1921&PortalID=3&TabID=115 https://stfxb.org/Resources/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/1921/Free-Catholic-Content-on-FORMED St. Francis Xavier offers FORMED to our entire parish for free. With award-winning studies and parish programs, inspiring audio content, movies, e-books, and family-friendly kids’ programming, there is something for everyone on FORMED. To register for your free account and claim our gift to you: 1. Go to: formed.org/signup. 2. Enter Buffalo Zip Code (55313) or our unique Parish Code (07d3b3). 3. Enter your name and email. We pray that this gift will bless you! Travis Nelson Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:52:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:1921 https://stfxb.org/Resources/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2230/USA-250th-Birthday-Celebration--Independence-Day#Comments 0 https://stfxb.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=652&ArticleID=2230 https://stfxb.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2230&PortalID=3&TabID=115 https://stfxb.org/Resources/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2230/USA-250th-Birthday-Celebration--Independence-Day   Travis Nelson Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:49:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2230 https://stfxb.org/Resources/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/374/Order-Your-Peaches-Peach-Wine#Comments 0 https://stfxb.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=652&ArticleID=374 https://stfxb.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=374&PortalID=3&TabID=115 https://stfxb.org/Resources/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/374/Order-Your-Peaches-Peach-Wine 9th Annual Peach Sale & 6th Annual Peach Wine Sale The CCW and Knights of Columbus #6608 are partnering again for this peach of a fundraiser.  We are ready to take your order for delicious Washington Peaches and Peach Wine. The peaches and peach wine must be pre-ordered and paid for at the time of the order.  Orders will be taken after upcoming weekend Masses -- June 27/28, July 11/12 and July 18/19.   Peach Order Information: The tree ripened peaches are grown by Colorful Sunburst Fruit in Washington, and are sold by the 22# case ($47.00 per case) which is approximately 32 to 44 peaches.  They will be arriving in early August, based on their growing season.  If ordering ONLY peaches (NO online wine sales), you may also place your order on online.   Online Peach Order Form Peach/Peach Wine Paper Order Form   Wine Order Information: We will once again be selling delicious wine made by Buffalo Rock Winery with our peaches from last year’s sale.  Each 750 ml bottle will be sold for $20.00 and we know you will love it as much as we do.  We have a limited supply available, so they will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.  Again - wine is not available for purchase online.   Order Pick-Up Information: Peach shipment will arrive in early August. Peach and wine orders must be picked up on one of the two designated pickup dates at the St. Francis Xavier Church parking lot at 300 1st Ave NW, Buffalo, MN 55313.  We will contact you when we know the week of the shipment and when our pickup dates & times will be.  We are not able to store orders beyond our pickup dates.   If you have any questions please call Pat Braun at 763-331-1489 or Lois Pahl at 612-532-8516. Travis Nelson Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:15:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:374 https://stfxb.org/Resources/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2184/Middle-School-High-School-Summer-Youth-Programs#Comments 0 https://stfxb.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=652&ArticleID=2184 https://stfxb.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2184&PortalID=3&TabID=115 https://stfxb.org/Resources/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2184/Middle-School-High-School-Summer-Youth-Programs Daybreak Fridays | 9:30-11:00am | June 19th-August 21st All youth entering grades 8 & 9 in the fall (Current 7 & 8 graders) are invited to join us for breakfast and a faith study on Fridays during the summer.  Daybreak will take place at the home of Debbie Gladitsch (1014 Canterbury Ave NE, Buffalo) The cost to participate is free!   Breakfast plans: TBD (Most likely have a sign-up to help supply part of the food)   Registration is not required, but by signing up it will help with food amounts and in communications (for example: changes in schedule). Register by scanning the QR code or by going to: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C48A9AE2AAB9-63872842-bible   __________________________________________________________________________ High School Hangouts Sundays | 6:00-8:00pm | STFX School Dates: June 28th, July 26th & August 23rd   For youth entering grades 9-12 in the fall 2026. Current 8-11 graders are invited to join us to hang out together. We will be doing different things, movie night, bonfire, night games and more! The cost is Free! Registration is not required, but by signing up it will help with communications (for example: changes in schedule). Register by scanning the QR code or by going to: https://stfrancisxavierbuffalo.wufoo.com/forms/q10o8g1t0wswu8j/   Travis Nelson Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:06:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2184 https://stfxb.org/Resources/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/995/Upcoming-Daily-Mass-Changes#Comments 0 https://stfxb.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=652&ArticleID=995 https://stfxb.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=995&PortalID=3&TabID=115 https://stfxb.org/Resources/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/995/Upcoming-Daily-Mass-Changes Dear Parish Family,   We are blessed as a parish to have the opportunity to celebrate daily Mass throughout the year. This is something not every parish is able to offer consistently, and it is a gift we do not take for granted.   That said, we have prayerfully considered two important updates regarding our weekday Mass schedule. On occasion, there may be days when I am not able to celebrate Mass. This typically happens when I am away due to commitments such as funerals, diocesan responsibilities, offsite parishioner and youth events, or time off for rest and renewal.   In the past, we were often able to arrange for visiting or retired priests to assist with coverage. However, this continues to become more challenging with less retired priests available and with the closing of the King’s House.   We will still be offering daily Mass the majority of the time - well over 250 days annually. For those days where Mass cannot be offered at our parish, we encourage those wishing to attend to join one of the many parishes surrounding us.    Our weekend Mass schedule will remain unchanged and we will always ensure that there is a priest covering those Masses and weekend confessions in my absence.   While this will be an adjustment, we recognize that Daily Mass is a beautiful privilege, not an obligation, and we remain deeply thankful for the many opportunities we have to gather together in prayer and Eucharist.   The second update is regarding the celebration of Holy Mass on Thursdays.  Beginning in July we will be making a shift of Mass to 9:30am.  This time change is to allow Mass to be celebrated with our parishioners who are residents at Health Care Facilities here in Buffalo.  This 9:30am Mass will rotate locations throughout the month among the various facilities and the church (Lake Ridge, Havenwood, Park View & Park Terrace).   One of the Corporal Works of Mercy is to visit the sick and the homebound.  I encourage parishioners who are able to attend Mass at this different time to join us in prayer with these often-forgotten parishioners.  It is always a joy to brighten another’s day with the gift of presence.   Thank you for your understanding, your flexibility, and your continued support of our parish community.   Sincerely, Father Barnes   ---- Previous Communication About Changes ---- Starting July 2026 -- Thursday Daily Mass at 9:30am (Various Locations) Beginning in July, we will be making a shift of Thursday morning Mass to 9:30am.  This time change is to allow Mass to be celebrated with our parishioners who are residents at Health Care Facilities here in Buffalo.  This 9:30am Mass will rotate locations throughout the month among the various facilities and the church (Lake Ridge, Havenwood, Park View & Park Terrace).   One of the Corporal Works of Mercy is to visit the sick and the homebound.  I encourage parishioners who are able to attend Mass at this different time to join us in prayer with these often-forgotten parishioners.  It is always a joy to brighten another’s day with the gift of presence.   Please see future bulletins for the location schedule.   A Brief Note about Weekly Daily Mass: We are grateful to be able to offer daily Mass throughout most of the year. However, there are occasional weekdays when daily Mass is not available due to Father’s other commitments, such as funerals, diocesan responsibilities, youth events, or time away for rest and renewal.    In the past, visiting or retired priests were sometimes available to help provide coverage, but that support has become more limited.   Please know that daily Mass will still be offered the vast majority of the year, and our weekend Mass schedule remains unchanged. Thank you for your understanding and continued support of our parish. Travis Nelson Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:31:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:995 https://stfxb.org/Resources/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/361/Volunteers-Needed-for-July-2026-Delivery#Comments 0 https://stfxb.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=652&ArticleID=361 https://stfxb.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=361&PortalID=3&TabID=115 https://stfxb.org/Resources/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/361/Volunteers-Needed-for-July-2026-Delivery STFX Church is responsible for delivering meals in July! Saint Francis Xavier Church is responsible for delivering meals in July 2026. We’d love to have your help to deliver meals to those in need.    Sign up Instructions: 1. Click here! 2. When on the Catholic Charities calendar page, scroll down to the month of July 2026 to find the day that works best for you. 3. Please make sure you are signing up for the Buffalo MOW location (not Delano).    Please note:  Every volunteer must fill out a background check and Hold Harmless Agreement, if you haven’t done so.   MOW Volunteer Hold Harmless Agreement MOW Volunteer Background Consent Form   Forms are also available at the parish office.   For questions or to sign up via phone, please call Char Lindquist at 612-805-8520. Travis Nelson Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:02:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:361 https://stfxb.org/Resources/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2010/Register-Now-for-the-Catechetical-Institute-Pillars-Program#Comments 0 https://stfxb.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=652&ArticleID=2010 https://stfxb.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2010&PortalID=3&TabID=115 https://stfxb.org/Resources/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2010/Register-Now-for-the-Catechetical-Institute-Pillars-Program September 14th, 2026 - May 3rd, 2027 St. Francis Xavier Church Chosen As A Satellite Site   We are excited to announce that St. Francis Xavier will be a satellite site for The Saint Paul Seminary Catechetical Institute’s two-year Pillars Program that walks you through the Catechism of the Catholic Church as a story from blessing to blessing! Beginning in September 2026, students will meet on Monday evenings from 7:00-9:00pm at the parish, participate in the small group dynamic, and gather to watch the lectures via live stream.   Taught by the best instructors in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, such as Jeff Cavins, Deacon Joe Michalak, Fr. John Klockeman, Dr. Pam Patnode, Dr. Bill Stevenson, Deacon Dan Gannon, Dr. Todd Flanders, Christina Smith, Alyssa Bormes, and more, the program will make sense of all things Catholic, deepen your faith, and lay out the roadmap to heaven.   The classes are divided into four eleven-week modules with two in-person Saturday morning formative sessions per module. Applications for the “soon-to-be” blessed, Archbishop Fulton Sheen, are being accepted through August 15, 2026.   Register today and join over 3,300 graduates of the Catechetical Institute!   For more information and an application for the Class of Archbishop Fulton Sheen visit, https://saintpaulseminary.org/ci or call (651) 962-5072.     Travis Nelson Thu, 28 May 2026 05:01:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2010