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The Saint
Paul/East Metro area is known for the strength, vitality
and diversity of its neighborhoods. From the
long-established neighborhoods of Saint Paul to the Twin
Cities’ fastest growing suburbs, to the ethnic diversity
along University Avenue and a revitalized residential
downtown, the Saint Paul/East Metro area offers
comfortable living to suit any lifestyle.
The Saint
Paul/East Metro area is rich in history, natural beauty
and charm. The area contains many of the state's historic
sites, the state's capitol and the Minnesota History
Center. It is an area that has preserved distinctive
architecture, cherished nature's beauty and offers a wide
range of shopping and dining experiences. For visitors and
residents, there's always more to do or see.
The area's cost of living
in near the national average with costs for housing and
food that are below national average. With housing and
food accounting for approximately 40 percent of family
expenses, the area is affordable and a bargain given its
amenities. Unemployment remains low, below the national
average, despite the recession of late 2001. Prospects for
job growth remain positive given the diversified economy.
Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis
The
diocese was established by the Vatican in 1850 (originally
Minnesota and the Dakotas), and elevated to archdiocese 38
years later. Now comprising a 12 county area, the
Archdiocese has 222 parishes and is home to over 750,000
Catholics (roughly 25% of the population). During the past
ten years, 100,000 new members have joined the
Archdiocesan Catholic family. Approximately 12,000 infants
and 300 adults are baptized annually in Archdiocesan
parishes
Mass is celebrated in eight different languages each
Sunday within Archdiocesan parishes. Within the area are
six Catholic nursing homes, four Catholic hospitals, ten
retreat centers, and six monastic communities. Currently,
495 priests, 1,400 religious sisters, brothers, deacons,
and thousands of lay personnel and volunteers serve in the
parishes and in many other ministries. |
