Our Mission
To honor Jesus Christ by bringing the presence of His Mother Mary into our communities through dignified public processions, fostering moments of sacred encounter, and sharing God's love through the gift of roses to mothers. We serve as a bridge between Heaven and Earth, guiding our communities toward Christ through Mary's gentle presence.
Core Purpose
We exist to create opportunities for divine encounters in public spaces, allowing Mary to guide hearts toward her Son Jesus Christ. Through our presence in community celebrations, we aim to spark moments of grace that strengthen faith, family, and community bonds.
Strategic Impact
Honor mothers by connecting them spiritually with Mary, the Mother of God
Create sacred moments of encounter in public spaces
Strengthen family bonds through shared spiritual experiences
Rekindle faith in those who have grown distant from God
Stand as a visible sign of hope against darkness in our state
Collaboration between parishes, Knights of Columbus councils, and Catholic organizations
Vision for Growth
Organizational Development
Expand our board of directors
Achieve non-profit status to enhance our operational capabilities
Strengthen partnerships with local parishes and Knights of Columbus councils
Develop sustainable funding through community support
Establish formal recognition programs for key collaborators
Operational Goals
Participate in ten community parades by 2025
Distribute thousands of roses to mothers
Maintain the dignified presence of Fourth Degree Knights
Increase collaboration with local parishes
Build a network of dedicated volunteers and supporters
Values
Dignity in public witness
Reverence for sacred traditions
Unity in faith and purpose
Service to community
Respect for all people
Dedication to family
We pray that:
Elderly individuals will feel a sense of comfort and peace.
The sick and suffering will find solace and hope.
Sinners will be moved to repentance and seek forgiveness.
The faithful will be reminded of God's love.
Join Barb Ernster and Justin Stroh as they explore the "March with Mary" initiative. Discover insights into Our Lady as the true symbol of freedom, contrasting with the Statue of Liberty:
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Joyful Faribault Heritage Days Parade Defies Rain Thanks to Blessing of the Holy Mother!
Despite torrential rains, the Faribault Heritage Days Parade went on thanks to a miraculous blessing from the Blessed Virgin Mary herself. Read about the "March With Mary" float that radiated her light as the skies parted just before the parade started. Get details on the upcoming Dan Patch Days Parade where the Holy Mother will again spread her glory.
A Blessed Day at the Dan Patch Days Parade: Our Lady of Fatima Graces Savage, MN
On June 22, 2024, the charming town of Savage, Minnesota, was blessed with a special presence during its annual Dan Patch Days Parade. Our group of devoted followers of Our Lady of Fatima joined the festivities, bringing with us not just our faith but also a spirit of community and sharing.
The day began with a touch of uncertainty. Read More
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HEIMATFEST PARADE
Jordon, MN on September 7
Our Line up # will be announced to us the night before the parade.
Be sure to sign up for the newsletter as we will email everyone as soon as we have that information.
Please arrive in Jordon at 10AM and head to the parade line up
at the Fire Station:
501 N Varner St, Jordan, MN 55352
They will direct you to the line up and parking.
- We always need more men to carry the image of Our Lady!
Please spread the Word!
What to Bring? -Sun Screen / Hat - Water Bottle - A prayerful spirit! - Courage!
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PAN O PROG GRAND PARADE
Lakeville, MN on July 13
Our Line up # is 72.
Line up begins at 3:30PM - streets Shut down at 5:00PM - Parade Starts at 5:30PM
Enter the lineup from Hamburg and 210th
Parking at the end of the parade is available to allow for an easy post-parade exit. Please consider dropping your cars in advance of the parade and catching our shuttle bus back to staging. The shuttle starts at 3:30 and makes continuous loops between McGuire Middle School (start) and Heritage and Idealic Ave (by O’Reilly’s) at the end of the parade. Shuttles will run after the parade until 8:30. Please allow time for travel.
- We always need more men to carry the image of Our Lady!
Please spread the Word!
What to Bring? -Sun Screen / Hat - Water Bottle - A prayerful spirit! - Courage!
NEXT Parade: Montgomery, July 28, 11AM - Kolache Days (Join us for this one too!)
Parade Map - Includes shuttle info:
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DAN PATCH DAYS PARADE:
Savage, MN on June 22
Our Line up # is 10.
Line up begins at 10:00AM
Line up on Quentin Ave
Proceed to the line up.
The parade will start at exactly 11:00AM
Please note that we're planning to make a final decision call at the last second, so stay tuned. Remember, this is for Our Lady! Many of us are traveling from a distance to march with Our Lady, showing our dedication.
Important: The Parade Organizers may delay the parade by one hour, so please watch your emails in the morning for any updates!
Let's draw inspiration from last week's Faribault Heritage Days Parade, where Our Lady blessed us with a miraculous break in the rain just before the parade began. The event was a joyous success, with the sun shining down on all of us!
We'll show up for Our Lady and let her handle the weather. If rain does cancel the parade, we'll offer it as penance. Let's come together with faith and enthusiasm to honor Our Lady in this wonderful community event.
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