NoS FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions):

Q: How can I be ready to bid?

If you purchased a ticket to attend the auction, you are already set to bid. If not, register or purchase your bidder number here. 

​Q. When & how will I receive my bidder link to bid?

  • Bidding Links will be texted to the mobile phone number(s) and the email address that were provided in your purchased registration to the auctions.  
  • If you have already registered before the online auction begins, you will receive a bidding link before the online auction begins. 
  • If you are purchasing a bidder registration on or after the online auction begins, you will receive the bidding link within 24 hours of your purchase. 
  • If you still need to register to get an online bidding number and get your personal link to the auctions, you can  register and purchase your bidder number here.

Q. What is the Early Auction?

  • To kick off festivities and get everyone excited for Night of Spirit  Auction, the Early Auction offers a select number of items such as gift cards/certificates, and a number of other great items.
  • Bidding for these items begins approximately one week prior to the live event.

Q. What is a Live Stream Auction?

  • The 2022 Night of Spirit is the main event in-person on Saturday, April 30th!  If required, a live stream event will take the place of the in person event.​

Q. What is a MAX BID and how can I set one?

  • MAX BID allows you to choose the maximum amount of money you are willing to bid on an item without constantly updating your bid as other bidders bid against you. Your bid will automatically increase each time someone bids against you until others stop bidding against you or until you reach the amount you chose as your maximum amount. 
  • Follow the directions and illustrations below, or watch this video on How to Set a Max Bid.Video [https://www.facebook.com/210404409014244/videos/2487282944644860/] for instructions.​
1) Select
​+ Bid More
2) Scroll Select
​"Max" Bid Amount

3) Select the Red
SET MAX BID button
4) OK/Approve
​Max Bid Amount
Q. What items are included in this year’s auction?

Check back here to peruse the Auction Catalog

Q. When are auction items open for bidding?

  • Some items are available for Early Auction bidding on Monday, April 12th through April 24th.
  • Our special and remaining auction items will be available for bidding, at the Auction on Saturday, April 30th.

Bidding will resume & open at 3 pm, April 30th 2022.  


Q. Where and when can I get up my items?
  • All physical items won at the auction MUST be picked up at Holy Spirit (515 Albert Street South, Saint Paul, MN 55116).
  • Item pick up will occur sometime after May 7, 2022 depending on the current public health situation with COVID-19. Item pick-up will be coordinated to ensure everyone's safety by limiting the number of times a person enters the building and the number of people in the building at one time.
  • You will be contacted through the email you provided with instructions for pick up if you win physical items at the auction.


How to find your bidder number for reference
Select
"Menu" (hamburger icon).
Find Bidder Number
Bottom left on the menu screen.