Updated on 5/1/2025


Message from Chorbishop sharbel Maroun

Chorbishop sharbel Maroun

Beloved Parishioners and Friends of St. Maron,


Grace and love to you in the Lord Jesus our Risen God and Savior.

I pray that this note will reach you and find you well with your family and loved ones. As Pilgrims of Hope walking this wonderful Season of Resurrection during this Jubilee Year, we are given hope that life with Christ will always triumph no matter how difficult the journey is and how heavy the cross. Our journey will end in the Resurrection and the crown that Jesus prepares for us. The Church has great hope and is called to be hope to others.

As we mourn the departure of our Holy Father Pope Francis, who has opened this Year of Hope, we ask our Loving God to grant him eternal rest and reward him for his great service to the Church. We pray that God the Holy Spirit will enlighten and guide our spiritual leaders on their Conclave to elect the 267th Fisherman who will lead the Church during this Year of Hope and beyond in wisdom and love after the heart of Jesus, who is the Head of his Mystical Body, the Church. As He guided and protected His Church for the last 2025 years, he will continue to guide it in this process and journey.

With God we have hope to overcome any difficulties and with Him we are able to raise high. Persecution against us should be a cause for us to hold on stronger to our faith and to stand firm with the Truth that God entrusts into our hands. The Church has existed the last 2 millenniums mainly because of people who were and always willing to sacrifice their life so that the Church may grow and flourish and be a guiding light to others. Jesus said that Heaven and earth will fade away, but his words will not fade away. The Church was yesterday and is today and will be forever because it is the Body of Christ and he promised that he will never leave us until the end of the world. Let us pray for all persecuted Christians and let us pray that we may understand the gift of our faith and the awesome call of serving God and His Altar.

I congratulate all the children who are receiving Jesus in the Holy Eucharist for the first time. I bless and thank all the mothers of our parish for their commitment to our community and as we remember our loved ones with memorial day we ask our merciful God to grant them rest in Heaven.

I assure you of my prayers and I beg you to pray for me.

Wishing you God’s choicest blessings, I remain,
Devotedly yours,
Abouna sharbel Maroun
Pastor
The gates of heaven are opened through prayer and fasting.

Abouna and Amira

2025 Jubilee Year of "Pilgrims of Hope"

The Jubilee Year is a time of grace, mercy, and renewal. It is a time to open wide the doors of our hearts to Christ, to draw closer to him in every way, and to let the Holy Spirit transform us into faithful disciples. 


Abouna and Amira

2025 Festival News

We are happy to announce that we will be holding our Annual Festival on the weekend of September 13-14, 2025

Please mark your calendar and if all possible do not make other plans for that weekend. We need everyone’s help to make this event a success.

We look forward to seeing everyone.  


Caritas Lebanon USA

Caritas Lebanon is vital for providing assistance to the needy and less fortunate in Lebanon. Please be generous in donating to this cause.

For more information on Caritas Lebanon, please contact the office or click here.


Our Clubs' Meeting Dates and News

For more info, please contact the office or various club organizers

Saint Ann with Virgin Mary

St. Anne’s Club News

We welcome ladies to join one of the oldest clubs in our church.  Have you considered sharing your time and talents with the community of St. Maron’s through membership in the St. Anne’s Club?

Our club has one key goal – to support the Church. 

Saint Rafka

St. Rafka Club News

All men and women are encouraged to join this worthy club that has created many activities in our parish.
We offer fellowship, worship, service opportunities and fun activities. 

Saint Ann with Virgin Mary

Maronite Young Adults (MYA)

Young adults listen up!

If you are between the ages of 18 and 35, there’s an exciting invitation waiting for you.

Fellowship, faith, and fun - that’s the heart of this group. Whether you are seeking spiritual depth, meaningful connections, or simply a good time, you’re welcome here.

Contact Anthony Nasser or any member of the group. 


Get Your Anniversary Papal Blessing

It has been a tradition in our parish to honor all active couples who are celebrating their 25th or 50th wedding anniversary. If you were married in another country or different church, we will not have record of your date. So, please let Abouna sharbel know at least 4 months to order the decree from Rome. May God bless all married couples.


Help the Needy - Talitha Cumi

God blesses those who come to the aid of the poor and rebukes those who turn away from them: "Give to him who begs from you, do not refuse him who would borrow from you"; "you received without pay, give without pay." It is by what they have done for the poor that Jesus Christ will recognize his chosen ones. When "the poor have the good news preached to them," it is the sign of Christ's presence.

Continue bringing food and items for FOOD SHELVES and gently-used clothing, household supplies (paper goods, cleaning items), new baby items (diapers, clothing, formula, food, blankets, etc.), and new school supplies. Let’s bring throughout winter. Jackets, mittens, scarves, socks, hats and boots also if you have them to share.

Whatever gets unused in your closets can be deeply appreciated and well-used by the needy. For any large items to donate, please contact Joannie Moses.

Thank you for your generosity!


Important Notice

Saint Maron’s church relies on proceeds from the weekly collection and other special events to support operating expenses and outreach in our community and across the world. Please consider making a donation online by clicking on this link (donate.stmaron.com). Your donation may be tax deductible and will be made securely and privately on Paypal. You don’t need to have a Paypal account. If you wish to donate for a particular purpose, you’ll be able to specify that in the comments area of your donation.

Thank you and may the Lord grant you faith and health.
~Chorbishop sharbel Maroun


Honorary Consulate of Lebanon in Minneapolis

The honorary consulate of Lebanon in Minneapolis is ready to assist Lebanese citizens, Americans of Lebanese origin and Palestinians holding Lebanese travel documents with various consular services.

Services are provided by appointment only.  Please send a text to the honorary consul Mr. Fouad Mehawej at 612-669-7435.  Alternatively, you may email Lebanon.Hon.Consulate.MN@gmail.com or visit LebanonHonConsulateMN.org



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