November 12, 2026
Prayer & Worship
Funeral Notice
Joan CookSt. Hubert will celebrate a Funeral Mass for Joan Cook on Saturday, November 14 at 12 PM with visitation at 10:30 AM.
Joan Cook Obituary
Grace Hazzard
St. Hubert will celebrate a Funeral Mass for Grace Hazzard on Thursday, November 19 at 11:00 AM with visitation at 10:00 AM.
Grace Hazzard Obituary
Rita Smithson
St. Hubert will celebrate a Funeral Mass for Rita Smithson on Tuesday, November 24 at 11:00 AM with visitation at 10:00 AM.
Rita Smithson Obituary
Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
New Sunday Morning Confession Time
Good People of Saint Hubert,Beginning Sunday, November 29, the First Sunday of Advent, Sunday morning confessions will be from 7:30-8:15 AM. Our current time is 8:00-8:30 AM.
Why we are making this change
- More time for mercy. The new time slot gives us 50% more time to celebrate God’s mercy.
- One priest serves the whole morning. When one of our priests is away, the other hears confessions and celebrates Mass. The new schedule makes this workable for one priest.
- Mass begins on time. Confession ends at 8:15 AM so the priest has time to vest and prepare to celebrate the 8:30 AM Mass.
- Room for families. Parents bring children to confession and still arrive at Mass and the Liturgy of the Word for Children without rushing.
Advent prepares us for the coming of Christ. John the Baptist called the people of Israel to “prepare the way of the Lord” (Isaiah 40:3; Luke 3:4), and crowds came to the Jordan to confess their sins. We answer his call the same way. The Catechism calls conversion “an uninterrupted task for the whole Church” (CCC 1428). Confession is where we begin again.
Confession times starting November 29
- Sunday: 7:30-8:15 AM (new time)
- Thursday: 6:30-7:00 PM (no change)
- Saturday: 4:00-5:00 PM (no change)
- By appointment: no change
Peace,
Fr. Bennet Tran
Pastor
News & Events
Historic Church Update
Dear Good People of St. Hubert,Below is an update from Jeff Burzinski, chair of the Save Old St. Hubert Committee, a group of parishioners and community members studying whether the old church on West 78th Street might be restored.
In early 2026, after extensive consultation with parishioners and the wider community, Fr. Ralph Talbot, with the support of Archbishop Bernard Hebda, made the decision to remove the old church. The removal process is on hold while the committee completes its study. The committee is paying all of the study’s costs.
I am grateful to the committee members for the time and care they have given to this work. When their final report arrives, we will share the results with you.
Peace,
Fr. Bennet Tran
Pastor
A little over a year ago, our parish and the wider community were surveyed about the future of our beloved Old St. Hubert Church, which has stood for 139 years. Before that survey, Father Talbot, our pastor at the time, encouraged all of us to pray for discernment about the path forward for the old church.
I began by forming a committee of people I respected and had worked with, both within our parish and on other community projects.
Our goal was simple: to have more extensive community wide conversations about the history of the old church and its place as the last remaining historic site in Chanhassen. At the end of that process, we would either affirm the parish’s original decision or offer a way for the community to take responsibility for the building. That meant widening the conversation to include a vision for an ecumenical use of the space that would serve the whole Christian community, much like what we did with Love INC some 20 years ago.
In May, we met with community leaders to gather their feedback. In June, we hosted a second gathering with more than 100 community members to hear their input. In September, we finalized a Letter of Understanding detailing responsibility for the parish and our committee. We immediately retained Fox Advancement, a professional consulting firm, to conduct a feasibility study through one-on-one interviews. These interviews were designed to gather candid feedback and gauge interest in supporting the restoration, if it proves viable.
Fox Advancement’s final report will include a recommendation on whether to move forward with a $2.5 million capital campaign. That goal includes $1.5 million to restore the church’s exterior and interior, and $1 million for an endowment to cover the building’s ongoing operating expenses.
Interest in the study has been significant, more than we could accommodate through one-on-one interviews. To honor that interest, Fox Advancement created a short online survey so anyone in the area can weigh in. You can find it on our Facebook page, SOS Save Old St Hubert Church.
We are now in the final stages of the study and expect to complete it no later than Wednesday, November 25. Once we receive Fox Advancement’s report, we will share the outcome with the community.
This process has been more demanding than any of us imagined. Even so, we are confident it will have been a thorough one, honoring both the legacy of the old church and the place it holds on West 78th Street, and more importantly, in all of our hearts.
Jeff Burzinski
Chair, Save Old St. Hubert Committee
Bach-and-Forth
Christopher Kachian, guitar, and David Jenkins, organ, present a concert of chamber and keyboard music by the father-and-sons team of Johann Sebastian, Carl Philip Emmanuel, and Wilhelm Friedemann Bach on Saturday, November 14 at 7:00 PM in the church. This event is free to attend.Christopher Kachian is guitar professor for the Department of Music, Film, and Creative Enterprise at the University of St. Thomas. Organist David Jenkins served for 35 years as music director of The Saint Paul Seminary and as adjunct instructor in music for the University of St. Thomas. The duo specializes in fresh, stylish arrangements of classics from Bach and beyond, performing under the name, The Society for the Doctrinal Affectation of Baroque Music.
Men's Retreat 2026
St. Hubert’s Men’s Ministry Advent Retreat:“Seeing through the Eyes of St. Joseph”
December 4–6 (arrive Friday by 11 AM - depart Sunday at Noon)
Trinity Woods Catholic Retreat Center
N10884 Hoinville Road, Trego, WI 54888
Join the men of St. Hubert for a powerful Advent retreat centered on the theme “Trusting God Through the Eyes of St. Joseph.” As we prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ, this retreat offers a unique opportunity for spiritual growth, renewal, and deeper fraternity by reflecting on the life and virtues of St. Joseph: his faith, humility, courage, obedience, and unwavering trust in God.
Set amid the beauty and tranquility of northern Wisconsin, this retreat is designed to help men step away from the noise of daily life and encounter the Lord more deeply. Through the example of St. Joseph, participants will be invited to grow as disciples, husbands, fathers, leaders, and brothers in Christ.
The retreat experience will flow from a series of short conferences, personal testimonies, small group discussions, daily Mass, liturgical and contemplative prayer, fraternity, and outdoor experiences, including opportunities for hiking and a campfire gathering. Whether you are seeking spiritual renewal, stronger Catholic friendships, or a fresh perspective for Advent, this retreat provides the space and support to deepen your relationship with Christ.
Men will also have the opportunity for individual spiritual counsel with Deacon Greg Schultz and Deacon Martin Meyer, as well as the Sacrament of Reconciliation with Fr. Derek Gilde.
Want more time to pray? Come early Thursday evening December 3 for quiet pre-retreat reflection on your own. Quiet hours, the chapel, and independent reflection material will be made available to help you decompress so you can be more receptive to the spirit as you enter retreat mode. Please note that meals during the evening of December 3rd and breakfast the morning of December 4 would be on your own.
Come away this Advent to see the world through the eyes of St. Joseph and return home strengthened in faith, renewed in spirit, and united in Christian fraternity.
*Contact Deacon Greg Schultz to inquire about available scholarship funds. All inquiries will be kept confidential.
greg.schultz@sthubert.org
Keep Christ in Christmas Poster Contest
The Knights of Columbus Council 10031 St. Huberts would like to invite all children to take part in the Knights of Columbus “Keep Christ in Christmas” poster contest for all boys and girls from ages 5 through 14.By engaging the talents of our young people, we hope they will come to a deeper
understanding of the true meaning of Christmas, and that their artwork will bring others to remember Christ in Christmas.
The contest will be conducted locally with winning entries announced on 12/5/2026 (at the St. Nichols Party) and advancing through district/regional and state competitions to the international level. The winning entries will serve as the basis for a series of international “Keep Christ in Christmas” posters, with creative credit going to the artists.
Prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place in each age group, locally and at the other stages.
Please fill out the attached entry form and turn in your poster by November 20 at 4:00 PM to the parish office or if you attend St. Hubert Catholic School to Guy Olson earlier in the day.
Poster should be approximately 11x17 inches and include your name, age, grade, and parents phone number on the back. If pastels, chalk, or charcoal are used, the poster must be laminated or covered with clear plastic. All entries become property of the Knights of Columbus Supreme Council office. Posters cannot be returned in most cases.
Faith Formation
School
Giving
Feed My Starving Children
Full Tables. Full Hearts
As planning begins to gather with family and friends at the Thanksgiving table, don’t forget the packing tables at Feed My Starving Children. Come pack with family, friends, businesses, neighbors, etc. at FMSC in Chanhassen. Fill a table with packers and your heart will fill with joy knowing children around the world will be fed. Full tables, full hearts.Holiday Pack and Pledge shifts combine meal packing with a pledge to fund the meals your group packs. Your donation pays for the ingredients, ensuring every meal is fully funded and ready to ship. By giving and packing, individuals and groups multiply their impact, helping FMSC provide more meals and its food partners feed more children. Join us on Thanksgiving, select Sundays in December or Christmas Eve to start a new family tradition.
St. Hubert’s members have reserved spots in the 12:00–1:45 PM packing session on the third Wednesday of every month. You can sign up here for Wednesday, November 18. Reserve your spot for December 16 too!
Need a Different Time?
There are many ways to get involved beyond the reserved daytime sessions. With 29 packing sessions offered Monday through Saturday, you can choose a time that works best for your schedule.
To find another day and time that fits, visit the site calendar. If you have questions, please contact Patty Shields, parishioner and FMSC staff member, at 763-746-
2950 or pshields@fmsc.org.
Community
De Colores from Western Ultreya
Please join us on Saturday, November 14 for Western Ultreya at Guardian Angels in Chaska.
You are welcome to join the Guardian Angels community for Mass at 4:30 PM, followed by a potluck with Ultreya starting at around 6:30 PM.
We meet in St.Francis Hall and you can enter from the sidewalk in front of the church. Remember to bring your song books!
Please join us in welcoming this month's speakers, Julie Such and Mike Klett as they share their witness from the Region VI Encounter that was held in Bloomington, MN back in September.