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Pope Leo Village Kickoff

Wednesday, July 8, 2026
8:30 - 10:00 a.m.

The Heights
1400 N Winthrop St
St. Paul, MN 55119

 

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Movements That Inspire

Celebrate the launch of an inspirational new program: Pope Leo Village! Inspired by Pope Leo XIV’s commitment to social justice, compassion, and service, this national interfaith movement unites people of all backgrounds to build homes, community, and hope.

Locally, Pope Leo Village will help build five homes at The Heights on St. Paul’s Greater East Side. Volunteer opportunities extend to other build sites around the metro and our ReStore locations.

Join us as we kick off this interfaith movement with faith groups, community leaders, neighbors, and supporters. The event includes refreshments, speaking program featuring Archbishop Bernard Hebda, and a ceremonial wall-raising. We hope to see you there!

Please RSVP by Friday, July 3, 2026, with the form below.

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More About The Heights

The Heights is a transformational development taking shape on St. Paul’s Greater East Side that will prioritize community connectivity, affordable housing, and outdoor amenities to residents who live, work, and visit the area. Construction is currently underway!

Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity is building 147 mid-density affordable homes on 12 acres that was previously the Hillcrest Golf Course. The majority will be dual townhomes and row homes, with some single-family homes. The Heights is the largest project in Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s history.

Creating mixed-use affordable housing (rental and homeownership) will bring housing, employment opportunities, and public amenities to this richly diverse St. Paul community.

The Heights aerial photo

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Event address:
1400 N Winthrop St
St. Paul, MN 55119

Please park in the marked lot at The Heights, located at the intersection of N Winthrop St and Arlington Ave E. There is extra street parking on N Winthrop St.

After parking, please head to the check-in table where you’ll pick up a hard hat and safety vest.

Heights Parking Map

 

Where We'll Gather

The event will take place at a designated Pope Leo Village home at The Heights. After you check-in and pick up your safety equipment, Habitat staff and signage will direct you to the event gathering space within the development.

An accessible entrance will be available for this event. If you have an accessibility need, please email PLV@tchabitat.org and we'll be happy to work with you!

The kickoff program will feature a range of speakers that reflect the community we’re building. Hear from:

  • Archbishop Bernard Hebda
  • Dr. Marcheta P. Evans, President of St. Catherine University
  • Leslie Varela, Student, St. Catherine University
  • Samantha Schroeder, Student, St. Catherine University
  • Chris Coleman, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity President & CEO
  • Michelle, Twin Cities Habitat homeowner 

8:30 a.m. - Gather
9:00 a.m. - Program
9:30 a.m. - Wall raising*
10:00 a.m. - Closing

*Subject to change