Contact Us
Immediate pastoral response is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. After hours call 952/473-6601 and follow prompts. If you would like the name of a seriously ill or deceased family member to be read during the announcements and prayed for by Saint Bart's worshipping community during the Masses, call the Parish Office, 952/473-6601.
Parish Visitors, Eucharist to Hospitalized and Homebound
Trained volunteers provide companionship and support in times of transition and need. They offer support through listening, serving, praying and they may also bring Eucharist to those who are unable to attend Mass. The Simon Society is a phone tree of volunteers who provide meals or other items of necessity for persons who have an unusual hardship.
Pastoral Counseling and Spiritual Direction
Individual counseling and compassionate listening is available by appointment with the Deacon, the Director of Pastoral Ministry or Fr. Michael. The Pastoral staff can also make referrals to other helping professionals.
Prayer Network
Saint Bartholomew has a large network of volunteers who are devoted to the ministry of prayer. To request prayers call: Merle Wilts 952-417-9222 or the parish office: 952-473-6601.
Mass Intentions
Mass intentions are available throughout the year. Contact Katie Zazverskey, 952/473-6601, in the Parish Office to reserve a date.
Funeral Pre-Planning
Documenting the hymns and readings you want at your funeral liturgy is a tremendous gift to your loved ones. Include your wishes as a natural part of your estate planning. A booklet will soon be available from the Director of Pastoral Ministry to help guide you through this process.
Community Outreach
Saint Bartholomew provides pastoral care to residents in the wider community, we have a long history of providing Mass, Communion Services and Rosary prayers to area Nursing homes and Assisted Living Facilities. If you know of a resident in the community who would like a visit from one of the Parish Visitors call the parish office.
Transportation
For rides to Mass, call the parish office. Transportation to doctor’s appointments can be arranged by calling the driver coordinator at Interfaith Outreach and Community Partners, 952/473-2436.
Support Group Referrals:
Separated and Divorce Support
West Suburban Grief Coalition, 763/475-7124
Caregiver Support:
Job Loss and Transition
Domestic Abuse Services
Mental Illness (NAMI) Suicide Prevention (SAVE)
Annulment Support and guidance