From the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, white smoke rose against the Roman sky, and bells rang out. The conclave has spoken. Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected the 268th pope of the Holy Roman Church. He has taken the name Leo XIV. A man of quiet resolve and pastoral heart, Leo XIV steps forward in the footsteps of giants and saints. Born in Chicago, missionary in Peru, shepherd of souls—now successor of Peter. The world watches. The Church prays. A new chapter begins. Viva il Papa.

This summer on August 11-15 our parish family gathered the children and young people for several unforgettable days of faith, friendship, and discovery. The catechetical camp became a true celebration of God’s love, where prayer and learning were combined with play and laughter. Every day began with the Divine Liturgy and common prayer. Through engaging lessons and creative activities, the participants learned more about the Sacraments of the Church  and how God’s grace is present in their daily lives. But the camp was not only about study. The young people enjoyed sports, music, dances, team games, and outdoor adventures that filled their hearts with joy. One of the favorite moments was a group trip into nature, where they could marvel at the beauty of creation and spend time together as friends. The entire parish shared in the spirit of the camp through the generous help of volunteers, parents, and parishioners. This experience reminded us all that growing in faith can be both inspiring and joyful. May these young hearts carry the light of Christ into their homes, schools, and communities!

Please donate a silent auction item for the Fall Pyrohy Supper. If you’re interested in donating for the silent auction, please call Colleen at 701-590-9311 by September 21.  On Tuesday, Sept 9 at 1:00 pm we will be making sauerkraut pyrohy. We made some last week but feel we will need more. For those who can help for few hours it will be greatly appreciated. Thank you! We will make Pyrohy for Fall Pyrohy Supper at St. Demetrius on Saturday, September 13, 9:00 a.m. Today, September 7, following the 10 o’clock Sunday Liturgy, there will be a Baptism of the child of Ben and Anya Bohn at St. Demetrius Church. Catechism Class will start Sunday, September 14, after Liturgy at St. John’s. Catechism Class Lunch Sign-Up! A sign-up sheet is available in the entryway for providing lunches during Catechism classes. Our goal is to have three volunteers for each lunch. Printed copies of the Catechism class schedule are also available on the table in the entryway for families to take home.

August 24th is Ukraine’s Independence Day. In recognition of this, the Governor of North Dakota, Kelly Armstrong, has issued a Proclamation declaring this day as Ukraine’s Independence Day in the State of North Dakota. On this occasion, we invite everyone to join in prayer for Ukraine as it continues to defend its independence and democracy. Notice: Fr. Stepan will be away from August 25 through September 5. On Sunday, September 7, following the 10 o’clock Sunday Liturgy, there will be a Baptism of the child of Ben and Anya Bohn at St. Demetrius Church. We will make Pyrohy for Fall Pyrohy Supper at St. John's on Saturday, August 30, 9:00 a.m.; at St. Demetrius on Saturday, September 13, 9:00 a.m.  Catechism Class will start Sunday, September 14, after Liturgy at St. John’s. We are looking for instructors. Please prayerfully consider serving our parish and children, as well as the future of our church. If you want to take a class or split duties with someone, don't hesitate to contact Fr. Stepan or Emily. Catechism Class Lunch Sign-Up! A sign-up sheet is available in the entryway for providing lunches during Catechism classes. Our goal is to have three volunteers for each lunch. Printed copies of the Catechism class schedule are also available on the table in the entryway for families to take home.

We are pleased to announce the successful completion of our Catechism camp on the theme of the seven sacraments. We would like to extend a special thank you to those whose hard work went unnoticed by the cameras—those who took care of our meals and ensured our comfort at St. Demetrius Church. A heartfelt thank you to Stephanie Klym, Sharon Romanyshyn, Carol Basaraba, and Lily Jessop for their wonderful care of the children. We will make Pyrohy for Fall Pyrohy Supper at St. John's on Saturday, August 30, after the 8:00 a.m. Liturgy; at St. Demetrius on Saturday September 13 9:00 a.m. Your presence will be appreciated. Catechism Class will start Sunday, September 14, after Liturgy at St. John’s. We are looking for instructors. Please prayerfully consider serving our parish and children, as well as the future of our church. If you want to take a class or split duties with someone, don't hesitate to contact Fr. Stepan or Emily. Catechism Class Lunch Sign-Up! A sign-up sheet is available in the entryway for providing lunches during Catechism classes. Our goal is to have three volunteers for each lunch. Printed copies of the Catechism class schedule are also available on the table in the entryway for families to take home. Notice: Fr. Stepan will be away from August 25 through September 5.

We will make Pyrohy for Fall Pyrohy Supper at St. John's on Saturday, August 30, after the 8:00 a.m. Liturgy; 9:00 a.m. at St. Demetrius on Saturday September 13. Your presence will be appreciated. Catechism Class will start Sunday, September 14, after Liturgy at St. John’s. We are looking for instructors. Please prayerfully consider serving our parish and children, as well as the future of our church. If you want to take a class or split duties with someone, don't hesitate to contact Fr. Stepan or Emily. Catechism Class Lunch Sign-Up! A sign-up sheet is available in the entryway for providing lunches during Catechism classes. Our goal is to have three volunteers for each lunch. Printed copies of the Catechism class schedule are also available on the table in the entryway for families to take home. MARRIAGE BANNS: As required by §784 CCEO,  §105 of the Particular Law of UCC, and the norms of the Church, we hereby publish the marriage banns of the following couple: Mr. Lane Chruszch wishes to contract Holy Matrimony with Ms. Carly Diede. The date of Marriage is August 23, 2025. Anyone who knows of any canonical impediment to the proposed marriage of the couple listed above is requested to inform the parish office as soon as possible.

Last Sunday, following the storm, a large tree limb fell on the right side of the church. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Christian Rodakowski , who promptly and generously took care of it that same evening. This is not the first time Christian has stepped up to help our parish recover after storm damage, and we are truly grateful for his dedication and care. May God bless him abundantly for his continued kindness and service to our church community!

Last Sunday, June 27, was a truly grace-filled day for our parish community at St. John’s Ukrainian Catholic Church. We were overjoyed to welcome many guests who joined us for the Divine Liturgy, including visitors from Oregon, South Dakota, and New York . Among our special guests were Father Richard Janowicz , pastor of the Nativity of the Mother of God Parish in Springfield, Oregon, and Deacon Eugene Logusch  from the Ascension of the Mother of God Parish in St. Louis, Missouri. Their prayerful presence and participation in our liturgical celebration brought deep spiritual encouragement and joy to all who were in attendance. It is always a blessing to witness the unity of our wider Ukrainian Catholic Church through shared worship and fellowship. We are especially grateful to those who traveled long distances to pray with us and to strengthen the bonds of faith that unite us across cities and states. We thank all who joined us in worship, and we pray that God may richly bless each of you for your unwavering faith, your joyful witness, and your love for our Church. Многая літа!

The Fall Pyrohy Supper will be held Sunday September 28 at St. Bernard’s Parish Center. We will be making Pyrohy at St. John's on Saturday, August 30 after 8:00 am Liturgy. Another day will be scheduled at St. Demetrius. Your presence will be appreciated. Catechism Class will be starting Sunday, September 14 after Liturgy at St. John’s. We are looking for instructors - please prayerfully consider serving our parish and children, the future of our church. If you are interested in taking a class or splitting duties with someone, please reach out to Fr. Stepan or Emily. If you know of families who would like to join the classes, please also share with us as well! We are excited to announce that volunteers from Chicago and Minneapolis will be joining us at the Camp to help with the organization! MARRIAGE BANNS: As required by §784 CCEO,  §105 of the Particular Law of UCC and the norms of the Church, we hereby publish the marriage banns of the following couple: Mr. Lane Chruszch wishes to contract Holy Matrimony with Ms. Carly Diede. The date of Marriage is August 23, 2025. Anyone who knows of any canonical impediment to the proposed marriage of the couple listed above is requested to inform the parish office as soon as possible.

With hearts full of joy, we announce and celebrate the Holy Mystery of Matrimony of Alex Piasta and Hannah Nameniuk , who were united in Christ on Saturday, July 26, 2025 , at St. John’s Ukrainian Catholic Church . Surrounded by family, friends, and our parish community, Alex and Hannah exchanged vows, solemnizing their union before God. The sacrament was made all the more special by the presence of Father Richard Yanowicz , who traveled from Oregon  to officiate and bless the marriage. We are deeply grateful for his pastoral care and warmly welcomed his visit to North Dakota. As a parish family, we share in the joy of this sacred moment and pray that the Lord will richly bless Alex and Hannah’s life together. May their marriage be filled with faith, love, grace , and countless blessings for many joyful years to come. May their home be a place of peace, prayer , and shared happiness, always reflecting Christ’s love for His Church. Let us continue to keep this newly united couple in our prayers as they begin this beautiful new chapter of their journey together. Mnohaya Lita! Многая літа!

The parish community warmly welcomes all visitors who joined us for the Divine Liturgy this Sunday. We are excited to announce that volunteers from Chicago and Minneapolis will be joining us at the Camp to help with the organization! With joy and gratitude to God, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Alex and Hannah, who entered the Holy Mystery of Matrimony on July 26, 2025. May the Lord bless your union and fill your life with love, faith, and grace. May your marriage always reflect Christ’s love for His Church, and may your home be a place of peace, prayer, and shared joy. Your parish family rejoices with you on this sacred day and prays that your journey together will be richly blessed for many years. Dear parishioners, we kindly ask for your prayers for Father Taras Miles. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers during this time. Thank you. MARRIAGE BANNS: As required by §784 CCEO and §105 of the Particular Law of UCC and the norms of the Church, we hereby publish the marriage banns of the following couple: Mr. Lane Chruszch wishes to contract Holy Matrimony with Ms. Carly Diede. The date of Marriage is August 23, 2025. Anyone who knows of any canonical impediment to the proposed marriage of the couple listed above is requested to inform the parish office as soon as possible.