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The Season of Lent A sacred journey

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Mass Schedule

Saturday | 5:00pm

Sunday | 7:30am, 9:30am, Noon & 5:30pm

Weekdays | 7:00am & Noon | Saint Joseph Chapel

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Faith Formation
Nurturing our Catholic faith
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Forming faith and nurturing spiritual growth

We offer a dynamic selection of programs for children, youth and adults, encouraging our parishioners and friends to continually develop, nurture, and live out our faith.

  • Children’s and Youth Ministry

  • Young Family Ministry and Whole Family Catechesis

  • Basilica Young Adults

  • Adult Speaker Series and Programs

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Volunteer Ministries
Serving One Another
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Learn about our Volunteer Ministries

Volunteers empower and invigorate every Basilica ministry at all levels. 

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Greatest Need Opportunities

We have a variety of current volunteer needs including:

  • Immigrant Support Ministry
  • Liturgical Ministry
  • Mentoring - Hennepin Connections, Prisoners or Patients 
  • OCIA sponsors -walk with an adult who is inquiring about becoming Catholic
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Upcoming Events

Mar
5

Basilica Book Club

Join us on the first Thursday of each month in person on The Basilica campus for thoughtful…

Mar
5

BYA Weekly Vespers & Bible Study

Join us for our weekly Vespers & Bible Study.  We always look at the upcoming Mass readings; it’s…

Mar
6

First Fridays Devotion & Eucharistic Adoration

First Friday devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, followed by an hour of Eucharistic adoration. Following…

Mar
6

Stations of the Cross

Stations of the Cross: This ancient custom allows participants to walk in the footsteps of Jesus as…

News & Reflections

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Liturgical Environment Volunteer Opportunities

Feb 28, 2026

Saturdays during Lent11:00am-1:00pmAssist with various altar guild tasks in preparing for the Eastertide.No sign-up. Join us as your availability allows….

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Parish Council Nominations 2026

Feb 28, 2026

Nominations open March 8 – 30, 2026 Parishioners are invited to nominate excellent candidates who are registered parish members to…

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From Johan

Encountering Christ in the Transfiguration

Feb 27, 2026

On this Second Sunday of Lent, we listen to the Gospel of the Transfiguration which recounts the moment when Jesus…

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From Johan

The Second Week of Lent: The Christian Virtues of Harmony and Unity

Feb 26, 2026

During this Season of Lent, we are taking a triple approach to our Lenten Journey. First, we invite everyone to…

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Lenten Coin Banks

Feb 25, 2026

St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) Coin Banks are available in the church starting Ash Wednesday. Fill your coin bank throughout…

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Lenten Justice

Faithful Witness: Imago Dei-Dignity, Solidarity, Belonging

Feb 25, 2026

Week Two of Lent: Carrying the Light Down the Mountain This Second Sunday of Lent brings us up the mountain…

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The Basilica of Saint Mary is a community rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Be part of a vibrant community that celebrates faith, proclaims, serves, heals, learns, reflects, shelters, and aids. Join our parish today!

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Mass Recordings

Liturgy Recordings

2nd Sunday of Lent

Mar 1, 2026

Please find the leaflet:  https://bit.ly/BSM03012026

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Liturgy Recordings

1st Sunday of Lent

Feb 22, 2026

Please find the leaflet:  https://bit.ly/BSM02222026

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Liturgy Recordings

6th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Feb 15, 2026

Please find the leaflet:  https://bit.ly/BSM02152026

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Liturgy Recordings

5th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Feb 8, 2026

Please find the leaflet:  https://bit.ly/BSM02082026

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Liturgy Recordings

Centennial Basilica Mass

Feb 1, 2026

Celebrating 100 Years as America’s First Basilica 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time | Sunday, February 1, 2026Please find the leaflet: …

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Liturgy Recordings

3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Jan 25, 2026

Please find the leaflet:  https://bit.ly/BSM01252026

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