Funeral Usher

“Assist grieving families during funerals by helping with seating and other needs. Funerals occur Monday-Saturday at 10:30 or 11:00 am.

Time commitment: 45 minutes before and about 75 minutes during the funeral.”

Elizabeth Hoffmann

Office Coordinator & Director of Music

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Marriage Mentor Couple

Work with an engaged couple during their marriage preparation process to provide prayerful support and tailored guidance based on the Premarital Assessment Inventory (FOCCUS). Meet with the engaged couple at least three times for 1-2 hours and prepare with inventory materials beforehand.

Marriage mentoring offers engaged couples the opportunity to navigate the blessings and challenges of marriage. This program encourages open conversations about the experiences and issues that married couples face, allowing engaged couples to gain insight and guidance. Both married and engaged couples share their faith and life experiences, highlighting the blessings and struggles of life and emphasizing the presence of God in all aspects.

Mentors are equipped with the necessary tools to provide guidance.  The engaged couple will use a premarital inventory called FOCCUS. The mentor couple meets with the engaged couple 3-4 times, for about an hour each session, to discuss the inventory and reinforce their strengths while teaching communication skills essential for a lasting and fulfilling relationship.

Middle School: EDGE (Grades 6-8)

EDGE provides middle school students with engaging education through service experiences, praise, worship, and interactive activities. Students gather for group activities and break into smaller grade-specific groups. Each session includes prayer, scripture reading, discussion, and closing prayers.

Welcome Retreat

FREE RETREAT WEEKEND for Adults ages 18+

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Prayerfully consider attending a retreat weekend

  • Men’s Retreat Weekend: February 27-28
    • Men’s Retreat is hosted at St. Joseph in Waconia.
  • Women’s Retreat Weekend: March 6 – 7
    • Women’s Retreat is hosted at Our Lady of the Lake in Mound.

Welcome is an overnight retreat with witness talks from fellow Catholics who have previously attended the retreat. Sunday Mass will be part of the weekend, and plenty of food will be provided throughout the weekend.

Interested or Have Questions?
Please Contact: Kirstin Bularzik
kbularzik@stjosephwaconia.org | 952-442-3705