Upcoming Events
Friday Feb 01
Fundraiser
Fish Fry
5:00pm-7:00pm
South Bend
The Knights of Columbus Council 5521 will have an “All You Care To Eat” fish fry at the South Bend Francis Club, 61533 Ironwood Rd., on Friday, Feb. 1, from 5-7 p.m. Shrimp and Chicken Strips are also available and pizza for $1.00/slice. Prices for all meals: Adults $9.50, children 5-12 $3.50, children under 5 free.
Saturday Feb 02
Formation / Training
Training for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
9:00am-11:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free (but pre-registration required)
The Office of Worship has organized diocesan liturgical trainings on upcoming Saturdays in early 2019 for lectors and extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion. There is no charge to attend a training, but advance registration is required by mail or email. More specific information, as well as the full registration form, can be found online at www.diocesefwsb.org/Trainings-And-Retreats
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Trainings-And-Retreats
Address
St. Charles Borromeo Church, Fort Wayne
4916 Trier Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46815
Address
St. Charles Borromeo Church, Fort Wayne
4916 Trier Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46815
5:00pm-10:00pm
South Bend
Cost: $40/person
It’s A Polish Wedding fundraiser benefiting Chiara Home will be Saturday, Feb. 2, from 5-10 p.m. at the Holy Family Parish Center, 56405 Mayflower Rd. Skip the nuptials and enjoy a wedding reception dinner complete with all you can eat Polish food (chicken and sausage, noodles, and mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, and cake), open bar, along with along with lots of dancing (including Polkas).
The evening will feature a surprise bride and groom chosen from the crowd, honeymoon cash, wedding gifts drawn from the “hopper,” music by the DJ Sound FX, and much, much more!
Only $40/person **(Must be 21 to attend)** RSVP by Jan. 25
Attend this unique fundraising event to support the mission of Chiara Home, Inc. and dance the night away. Chiara Home is a non-profit organization providing respite care services to families caring for loved ones with special needs.
Purchase your tickets online at https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E194466&id=3
Or by calling 574-287-5435 or email development@chiarahomerespite.org
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/342177753207327/
Address
Holy Family Parish
56405 S Mayflower Rd
South Bend Indiana, 46619
Address
Holy Family Parish
56405 S Mayflower Rd
South Bend Indiana, 46619
Sunday Feb 03
Bishop Rhoades
Bishop Rhoades to celebrate Mass at St. Aloysius Church
11:00am-12:00pm
Yoder
Monday Feb 04
Diocesan-Sponsored
Divorce Support Group future meetings
7:00pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $20
The Diocese offers a twelve-week support group for divorced men and women called “Surviving Divorce.” The current class is now closed but information on upcoming sessions, is available at
http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Divorce-Ministry
During each two-hour session, a DVD covering topics such as shock and grief, anger and forgiveness, money issues, helping children cope and annulment and remarriage is shown, followed by group discussion. Each participant is provided with a Personal Guide that corresponds with the DVDs from Ascension Press.
“Surviving Divorce” is offered various times during the year and generally held at the Archbishop Noll Center in Fort Wayne, the St. John Paul II Center in Mishawaka, or at a parish. It is based on the teachings of the Catholic Church and is open to anyone who needs comfort, counsel and clarity after divorce. The cost of the program is $20.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Divorce-Ministry
Address
Archbishop Noll Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Address
Archbishop Noll Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Tuesday Feb 05
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap - Winter Series date set
6:30pm-8:30pm
Mishawaka
Join us for a Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith.
The series is still in the planning stages, so please check back for updated information.
Website: https://www.diocesefwsb.org/tot-sb
Address
Mishawaka Columbus Club
114 W 1st Street
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Address
Mishawaka Columbus Club
114 W 1st Street
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Bishop Rhoades
Bishop Rhoades to speak at Theology on Tap in Mishawaka
6:30pm-8:30pm
Mishawaka
Bishop Rhoades
Theology on Tap - Sexual Abuse Crisis: What Can We Do?
6:30pm-8:30pm
Mishawaka
Join us for a Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith!
Series Theme: Confronting a Broken World
Feb 5 – Sexual Abuse Crisis: What Can We Do? – Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades
Feb 12 – How Can Beauty Save the World? – Band of Men (including live music)
Feb 19 – Why Does God Allow Suffering? – Fr. Raphael Mary OP
Feb 26 – Religious Freedom or Discrimination? – Phillip Muñoz
Mar 5 – Mardi Gras: Mass & Party! – at St. Joseph Church, Mishawaka
Generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
More Info: www.diocesefwsb.org/tot-sb
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/tot-sb
Address
Mishawaka Columbus Club
114 W 1st Street
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Address
Mishawaka Columbus Club
114 W 1st Street
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Please join us as Fr. Tom Shoemaker leads the faithful during our monthly holy hour for vocations to the priesthood and religious life.
Address
St. Mother Theodore Guerin Chapel
1122 South Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Wednesday Feb 06
Retreat / Pilgrimage
Day of Reflection
9:30am-2:30pm
Indiana
Cost: $20
A day of reflection will be held at St. Francis Convent Wednesday, Feb. 6, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The theme for the day is “God of Gathering.” Bring a Bible. The cost of the day is $20 and includes lunch. Register with Sister Barbara Anne Hallman at 574-259-5427 by Friday, February 1.
Address
St. Francis Convent
1515 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka, Indiana Indiana, 46546
Thursday Feb 07
Diocesan-Sponsored
Catholic Social Doctrine Series: Human Dignity, Liturgy and the Catholic Social Tradition
7:00pm-8:45pm
Notre Dame
Cost: no cost
On Thursday, Feb. 7, Jessica Keating, M.Div. of the Office for Human Dignity and Life Initiatives at the University of Notre Dame’s McGrath Institute for Church Life will speak on Human Dignity, Liturgy and the Catholic Social Tradition at 7 p.m. at Holy Cross College Driscoll Auditorium as part of the Diocesan Winter/Spring Catholic Social Doctrine Series.
Address
Holy Cross College Driscoll Auditorium
54515 State Road 933 N.
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Friday Feb 08
Bishop Rhoades
Ignited Diocesan Youth Conference 2019
12:00am-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost: $70
2019 Diocesan Youth Conference will be a Stateside WYD Event. For details visit https://www.fwsbym.com.
Website: https://www.fwsbym.com
Address
Bishop Dwenger High School Fort Wayne
1300 E. Washington Center Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Address
Bishop Dwenger High School Fort Wayne
1300 E. Washington Center Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Saturday Feb 09
Formation / Training
Training for Lectors
9:00am-1:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free (but pre-registration required)
The Office of Worship has organized diocesan liturgical trainings on upcoming Saturdays in early 2019 for lectors and extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion. There is no charge to attend a training, but advance registration is required by mail or email. More specific information, as well as the full registration form, can be found online at www.diocesefwsb.org/Trainings-And-Retreats
(Registrations for this lector training are capped at 12)
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Trainings-And-Retreats
Address
St. Jude Church, Fort Wayne
2155 Randallia Drive
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46805
Address
St. Jude Church, Fort Wayne
2155 Randallia Drive
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46805
Formation / Training
Training for Lectors
9:00am-12:00pm
South Bend
Cost: Free (but pre-registration required)
The Office of Worship has organized diocesan liturgical trainings on upcoming Saturdays in early 2019 for lectors and extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion. There is no charge to attend a training, but advance registration is required by mail or email. More specific information, as well as the full registration form, can be found online at www.diocesefwsb.org/Trainings-And-Retreats
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Trainings-And-Retreats
Address
St. Jude Church, South Bend
19704 Johnson Road
South Bend Indiana, 46614
Address
St. Jude Church, South Bend
19704 Johnson Road
South Bend Indiana, 46614
Diocesan-Sponsored
Young Adult Retreat
9:00am-1:00pm
Plymouth
Cost: Flexible
Theme: You are enough.
A weekend of fellowship, healing, and spiritual growth for young adults will be Saturday, Feb. 9 at 9 a.m. to Sunday at 1 p.m. This year’s retreat is centered on the phrase “You are enough.” As young adults, we can often find ourselves distracted by our busy lives and feel the pressure of never-ending expectations that leave us wondering how we will ever measure up. Can you relate? Come step away from the craziness of life to rediscover the truth of who you are, that you have a God who loves you just as you are, and that He in all His glory is enough for you.
Enjoy relevant talks, active breakout sessions, inspiring music, Confession, Mass, Adoration, healing prayer, and time to relax and socialize. Includes snacks, lunch and dinner on Saturday, and breakfast and lunch on Sunday.
Cost: Flexible
More Info: www.diocesefwsb.org/retreats
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/retreats
Address
Lindenwood Retreat Center
9601 Union Road
Plymouth Indiana, 46513
Address
Lindenwood Retreat Center
9601 Union Road
Plymouth Indiana, 46513
Diocesan-Sponsored
Mission Possible: Healthy Marriages
3:00pm-7:00pm
South Bend
Cost: $20 per couple
Come celebrate National Marriage Week with a workshop for couples followed by a candlelight dinner! “Mission Possible: Healthy Marriages” will be held on Saturday, February 9th, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at St. Augustine parish in South Bend. The workshop will be presented by Terri and Andrew Lyke, authors of “Marriage on a Lampstand,” who have worked in marriage ministry for decades in the Chicago area. Married couples, dating couples and those who minister to them are welcome to attend this multicultural event. The cost is $20 per couple, and registration is required. To register, please email your names and contact information to Deacon Mel Tardy at mtardy@nd.edu by January 31.
Address
St. Augustine Parish, Community Hall
1501 W Washington St.
South Bend Indiana, 46619
Fundraiser
Trivia Night at St. John the Evangelist
6:00pm-9:30pm
Goshen
Cost: $80 per team of 8 or $10 per person
Trivia Night will be Saturday, Feb. 9, from 6-9:30 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist Parish school gym, 109 W. Monroe St.
Doors to the Deacon Art Bleau Parish Center will open at 6 p.m. for table gating — come at that time if you wish to decorate your table and/or share refreshments with your team.
Trivia will begin at 7 p.m. and we’ll play ten rounds.
There will be tables of eight players at $80 per team or $10 a person (so if you’re short a few people, don’t be deterred there’s always individuals that we place on teams).
Mulligans can be purchased for $1 plus we’ll play games of heads and tails and ultimate trivia challenge with winners getting portion of the cash collected. There will also be a silent auction at this event with a Partylite basket, Mary Kay basket, snack food baskets and more.
Proceeds from this event support the budget of the Welcoming Committee. The Welcoming Committee visits new parishioners with a goodie bag, sponsors food drives and collections for the homeless, coffee and donuts Sundays and other fellowship events and gifts throughout the year.
Registration in advance is helpful but not required. To register in advance or for more information call the parish office at 574-533-3385.
Address
Deacon Art Bleau Parish Center (school gym)
109 W. Monroe St.
Goshen Indiana, 46526
Fundraiser
St. Valentine's Day square dance
7:30pm-11:00pm
New Haven
Cost: $10/person
Grab your partner and promenade to the hall for the annual Valentine’s Day square dance at St. Louis Besancon, 15535 Lincoln Hwy E. Doors will open at 7:30 p.m. with dancing from 8-11 p.m. Tickets are $10/person and music will be provided by Bill Werling and Breakaway.
7:30pm-8:45pm
Fort Wayne
Sunday Feb 10
10:30am-11:30am
Fort Wayne
Fundraiser
Bingo at St. Joseph - Hessen Cassel
2:00pm-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost: $25
Bingo will be held at St. Joseph – Hessen Cassel on Sunday, Feb. 10. Doors open at 2 and games start at 2:30 p.m. Cost is $25/person and includes 10 games with payouts from $25 to $100. Must be 18 to play. Bring items for the food bank to receive extra door prize tickets.
Monday Feb 11
Diocesan-Sponsored
Divorce Support Group future meetings
7:00pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $20
The Diocese offers a twelve-week support group for divorced men and women called “Surviving Divorce.” The current class is now closed but information on upcoming sessions, is available at
http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Divorce-Ministry
During each two-hour session, a DVD covering topics such as shock and grief, anger and forgiveness, money issues, helping children cope and annulment and remarriage is shown, followed by group discussion. Each participant is provided with a Personal Guide that corresponds with the DVDs from Ascension Press.
“Surviving Divorce” is offered various times during the year and generally held at the Archbishop Noll Center in Fort Wayne, the St. John Paul II Center in Mishawaka, or at a parish. It is based on the teachings of the Catholic Church and is open to anyone who needs comfort, counsel and clarity after divorce. The cost of the program is $20.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Divorce-Ministry
Address
Archbishop Noll Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Address
Archbishop Noll Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Tuesday Feb 12
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap - How Can Beauty Save the World?
6:30pm-8:30pm
Mishawaka
Join us for a Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith!
Series Theme: Confronting a Broken World
Feb 5 – Sexual Abuse Crisis: What Can We Do? – Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades
Feb 12 – How Can Beauty Save the World? – Band of Men (including live music)
Feb 19 – Why Does God Allow Suffering? – Fr. Raphael Mary OP
Feb 26 – Religious Freedom or Discrimination? – Phillip Muñoz
Mar 5 – Mardi Gras: Mass & Party! – at St. Joseph Church, Mishawaka
Generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
More Info: www.diocesefwsb.org/tot-sb
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/tot-sb
Address
Mishawaka Columbus Club
114 W 1st Street
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Address
Mishawaka Columbus Club
114 W 1st Street
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Saturday Feb 16
Parish / Community
Pro-Life Legislative Forum
9:00am-10:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free
Join us Saturday. Feb. 16, for the 17th Annual Pro-life Legislative Forum to be held at Magee-O’Connor Theater at Indiana Tech.
Doors open at 8:30 a.m., with the event running from 9-10 a.m.
Invited panelists include:
Senator Liz Brown, Senator Travis Holdman, Rep. Matt Lehman, Rep. Ben Smaltz, Rep. Christy Stutzman and Vice President for Public Affairs for Indiana Right to Life Sue Swayze Liebel.
What to expect at the Legislative Forum:
-Pro-Life Legislative Briefing
-Significant time for Questions and Answers
-Opportunity to speak informally with elected officials
Breakfast provided. This event is free, but registration is requested.
Visit ichooselife.org/pro-life-legislative-forum/
Website: https://ichooselife.org/pro-life-legislative-forum/
Address
Magee-O'Connor Theater at Indiana Tech
1600 E Washington Blvd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46803
Address
Magee-O'Connor Theater at Indiana Tech
1600 E Washington Blvd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46803
Bishop Rhoades
Bishop Rhoades to celebrate Mass for "Rekindle the Fire"
4:30pm-5:30pm
South Bend
Sunday Feb 17
Bishop Rhoades
Bishop Rhoades to celebrate Byzantine Mass at Malloy Chapel at the University of Notre Dame
10:00am-11:00am
Notre Dame
Parish / Community
"Faith, Reform, and Mission: When the Church Becomes an Obstacle" Alverno Lecture - Fr. Joseph Chinnici, OFM
3:00pm-5:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: free
“Faith, Reform, and Mission: When the Church Becomes an Obstacle” will be the topic of the Alverno Lecture by Father Joseph Chinnici, OFM on Sunday, Feb. 17, at 3 p.m. in the North Campus auditorium, 2702 Spring St.
For the last thirty years, three waves of public revelations about clergy sexual abuse and episcopal malpractice have shaped the Church’s social image and shaken the faith of many believers. In the midst of this challenge, Francis of Assisi’s unique understanding of the faith, the theology of Bonaventure, and the reforming inheritance of the Franciscan family have a significant contribution to make in discovering a path forward. Father Joseph P. Chinnici, OFM, Franciscan friar of the Saint Barbara province has engaged with the struggles of leadership in the midst of the sexual abuse revelations for the last thirty years. His 2010 book on this topic received national awards in pastoral theology. After ordination and the reception of his doctorate from the University of Oxford, Father Chinnici served as professor of Church History, Provincial Minister, and President of the Franciscan School of Theology, where he currently teaches as Professor of History.
Address
University of Saint Francis - North Campus
2702 Spring Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Monday Feb 18
Diocesan-Sponsored
Divorce Support Group future meetings
7:00pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $20
The Diocese offers a twelve-week support group for divorced men and women called “Surviving Divorce.” The current class is now closed but information on upcoming sessions, is available at
http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Divorce-Ministry
During each two-hour session, a DVD covering topics such as shock and grief, anger and forgiveness, money issues, helping children cope and annulment and remarriage is shown, followed by group discussion. Each participant is provided with a Personal Guide that corresponds with the DVDs from Ascension Press.
“Surviving Divorce” is offered various times during the year and generally held at the Archbishop Noll Center in Fort Wayne, the St. John Paul II Center in Mishawaka, or at a parish. It is based on the teachings of the Catholic Church and is open to anyone who needs comfort, counsel and clarity after divorce. The cost of the program is $20.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Divorce-Ministry
Address
Archbishop Noll Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Address
Archbishop Noll Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Parish / Community
Rosary for those lives lost by abortion
7:15pm-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Following devastating legislation in our country surrounding God’s greatest gift to us — the gift of life —St. Charles Borromeo Parish will offer a rosary dedicated to the innocent lives lost every day through legalized abortions on Monday, Feb. 18, at 7:15 p.m. following the 6:30 Mass at Church.
Let prayer be the foundation of all we do to defend the indefensible lives at stake. “To pray the Rosary is to hand over our burdens to the merciful hearts of Christ and His mother.” – St. John Paul II
(email marieroe416@gmail.com with questions.)
Address
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church
4916 Trier Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46815
Tuesday Feb 19
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap - Why Does God Allow Suffering?
6:30pm-8:30pm
Mishawaka
Join us for a Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith!
Series Theme: Confronting a Broken World
Feb 5 – Sexual Abuse Crisis: What Can We Do? – Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades
Feb 12 – How Can Beauty Save the World? – Band of Men (including live music)
Feb 19 – Why Does God Allow Suffering? – Fr. Raphael Mary OP
Feb 26 – Religious Freedom or Discrimination? – Phillip Muñoz
Mar 5 – Mardi Gras: Mass & Party! – at St. Joseph Church, Mishawaka
Generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
More Info: www.diocesefwsb.org/tot-sb
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/tot-sb
Address
Mishawaka Columbus Club
114 W 1st Street
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Address
Mishawaka Columbus Club
114 W 1st Street
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Diocesan-Sponsored
Catholic Relief Services speaker on rebuilding refugees' lives in Sri Lanka
7:00pm-8:30pm
Notre Dame
Cost: free
Catholic Relief Services will offer a speaker on rebuilding refugees’ lives in Sri Lanka Tuesday, Feb. 19, from 7-8:30 p.m. at Holy Cross College Driscoll Auditorium, 54515 SR 933 N.
Decades of civil war forced many to flee Sri Lanka. When the war ended in 2009, people returned to their villages and cities, unsure of what they would find.
Sajith Silva, Catholic Relief Services program coordinator for Sri Lanka, will talk about the vulnerable people displaced by war and how Catholic Relief Services provides hope and support in their efforts to return to their native country and rebuild their lives.
Address
Holy Cross College Driscoll Auditorium
54515 State Road 933 N.
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Wednesday Feb 20
No events today.
Friday Feb 22
Bishop Rhoades
Bishop Rhoades to celebrate Mass and blessing of new gymnasium at Saint Mary of the Assumption Church in Avilla
8:15am-9:15am
Avilla
Saturday Feb 23
Formation / Training
French dinner and ancestry lesson planned
5:30pm-9:30pm
Chicago
Cost: $25
St. Louis Besancon Historical Society will have a French dinner and ancestry lesson Saturday, Feb. 23, in Besancon Hall. Tickets are $25 per person and reserations are needed by calling Julie Nolan at 260-460-0324
Address
St. Louis Besancon
15535 Lincoln Hwy. E.
New Haven, IN 46774
Parish / Community
Not Your Grandma's Family Planning
6:00pm-8:00pm
Huntington
Cost: $0
A fun and engaging comparison of today’s most popular methods of natural and artificial family planning will be Saturday, Feb. 23 at Ss. Peter and Paul Parish from 6-8 p.m. Food and childcare are provided at this free event. RSVP by texting or calling 260-610-3777 to Stephanie Hamilton CrMS.
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/not-your-grandmas-family-planning-tickets-53115738604?aff=efbeventtix&fbclid=IwAR09Cgp9jQOl8xvIyc9Alu2dRrbrrsrmZ4Qsnl9tZHHUr6PvJQwpPjBaJd4
Address
Ss. Peter and Paul's
860 Cherry St.
Huntington Indiana, 46750
Address
Ss. Peter and Paul's
860 Cherry St.
Huntington Indiana, 46750
Sunday Feb 24
Fundraiser
Knights host breakfast at Queen of Angels
9:00am-12:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $8 for adults, $4 for children 6-12, and $20 per family
Saint Gaspar del Bufalo Council #11043 will be serving breakfast on Sunday, Feb. 24, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Msgr. Faber Activities Center at Queen of Angels, 1500 West State Blvd. Cost is $8 for adults, $4 for children 6-12, and $20 per family.
$5 carryout packs will be available.
Proceeds will help support diocesan and Franciscan seminarians.
Website: http://www.kofc11043.org
Address
Queen of Angels
1500 West State Blvd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Address
Queen of Angels
1500 West State Blvd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Bishop Rhoades
Bishop Rhoades to celebrate Rite of Election at Basilica of the Sacred Heart at University of Notre Dame
10:00am-11:00am
Notre Dame
Fundraiser
St. Joseph - Hessen Cassel Notre Dame Smoker
12:30pm-5:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $20/$25 door
A Notre Dame Smoker will be Sunday, Feb. 24, from 12:30-5:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Hessen Cassel. Stag only event cost of $20 pre-sale or $25 at door includes food and drinks. Notre Dame players will be at the event along with other fun activities to participate in.
Pick up presale tickets at Nine Mile Restaurant or call any of the following:
Jay – 260-445-6054
Ed – 260-602-9552
Chuck – 260-450-4016
Bishop Rhoades
Bishop Rhoades to celebrate Mass at Saint Mary's College
7:00pm-8:00pm
Notre Dame
Monday Feb 25
Mass / Liturgy
Lenten communal Penance service
6:00pm-12:00am
Kendallville
A communal Penance service with four priests available to hear confessions will be Monday, Feb. 25, at 6 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Parish in Kendallville. There will be readings, music and time for reflection. This is a great opportunity to reflect on the gift Our Lord has given us to begin a Lenten journey with a clean heart.
Address
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
301 E. Diamond St
Kendallville Indiana, 46755
Diocesan-Sponsored
Divorce Support Group future meetings
7:00pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $20
The Diocese offers a twelve-week support group for divorced men and women called “Surviving Divorce.” The current class is now closed but information on upcoming sessions, is available at
http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Divorce-Ministry
During each two-hour session, a DVD covering topics such as shock and grief, anger and forgiveness, money issues, helping children cope and annulment and remarriage is shown, followed by group discussion. Each participant is provided with a Personal Guide that corresponds with the DVDs from Ascension Press.
“Surviving Divorce” is offered various times during the year and generally held at the Archbishop Noll Center in Fort Wayne, the St. John Paul II Center in Mishawaka, or at a parish. It is based on the teachings of the Catholic Church and is open to anyone who needs comfort, counsel and clarity after divorce. The cost of the program is $20.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Divorce-Ministry
Address
Archbishop Noll Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Address
Archbishop Noll Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Formation / Training
Who is St. Paul and What did he Write?
7:00pm-8:00pm
South Bend
Cost: free
Many people who read St. Paul do not like what they read. They find that Paul contradicts himself. He appears to be against women and rather rigid. The reason for all this is that the New Testament presents three different version of Paul.
Join St. Jude Parish Feb. 25-27 from 7-8 p.m. for three evenings of presentations by Father Eugene Hensell, OSB, from St. Meinrad as he uncovers the three different versions of St. Paul and helps one to discover who is the real St. Paul.
Father Eugene Hensell, OSB is a monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, has a doctorate in Scripture and is an associate professor of Scripture in the Seminary and School of Theology. Currently , he is in much demand giving biblical retreats to laity, religious groups, and clergy throughout the country.
Address
St. Jude Catholic Church
19704 Johnson Road
South Bend Indiana, 46614
Tuesday Feb 26
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap - Religious Freedom or Discrimination?
6:30pm-8:30pm
Mishawaka
Join us for a Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith!
Series Theme: Confronting a Broken World
Feb 5 – Sexual Abuse Crisis: What Can We Do? – Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades
Feb 12 – How Can Beauty Save the World? – Band of Men (including live music)
Feb 19 – Why Does God Allow Suffering? – Fr. Raphael Mary OP
Feb 26 – Religious Freedom or Discrimination? – Phillip Muñoz
Mar 5 – Mardi Gras: Mass & Party! – at St. Joseph Church, Mishawaka
Generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
More Info: www.diocesefwsb.org/tot-sb
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/tot-sb
Address
Mishawaka Columbus Club
114 W 1st Street
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Address
Mishawaka Columbus Club
114 W 1st Street
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Thursday Feb 28
Fundraiser
Saints Alive! preview night
7:00pm-12:00am
Fort Wayne
The Saints Alive! preview night will be Thursday, Feb. 28, at 7 p.m. in the Bishop Dwenger main gym. Tickets are $15 per person or 2 for $25 with appetizers and drinks. You won’t believe you are actually in the gym — you’ve got to see it to believe it! There will be a silent auction booth, chances to win the prizes in the treasure chest and a great evening with friends. Must be 21 years or older to attend.
Address
Bishop Dwenger High School - Main Gym
1300 E. Washington Center Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Diocesan-Sponsored
Catholic Social Doctrine Series: Cultivating a Culture of Care for Life in a Violent World
7:00pm-8:45pm
Notre Dame
Cost: no cost
On Thursday, Feb. 28, Richard P. Becker, R.N., M.S., M.A. Catholic Writer and Professor at Bethel College School of Nursing will speak on Cultivating a Culture of Care for Life in a Violent World at 7 p.m. at Holy Cross College Driscoll Auditorium as part of the Winter/Spring Catholic Social Doctrine Series.
Address
Holy Cross College Driscoll Auditorium
54515 State Road 933 N.
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Parish / Community
Bridges of Hope: a panel discussion about mental health and how our faith plays an important role
7:00pm-8:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: FREE
St. Vincent’s Respect Life Committee will offer a panel discussion on Thursday, February 28, from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Msgr. John Kuzmich Life Center, 1502 E Wallen Rd. Members of National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) FaithNet for “Bridges of Hope” will consider mental health, mental health conditions and how our faith plays an important role. How do we recognize when mental health problems are occurring? When do we need to seek help? How do we restore wholeness through community? Can we help family members and others restore mental health? Bring your questions to this important discussion about making Mental Health personal.
Website: https://www.saintv.org/
Address
St. Vincent de Paul - Kuzmich Life Center
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Address
St. Vincent de Paul - Kuzmich Life Center
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Saturday Mar 02
Young Adult
Assisi young adult conference
12:00am-12:00am
Fort Wayne
A young adult conference will be March 2, 2019 at the University of Saint Francis. The mission of the Assisi Conference is to encourage young adults to dive deeply into the mystery of the Incarnation, which is at the heart of Franciscan spirituality. The participants of this conference will have the opportunity for confession, Mass with Bishop Rhoades, Eucharistic Adoration, small group discussion, and excellent keynote and break-out session speakers. This conference will reinvigorate young adult Catholic community down to the local and parish level.
Address
University of Saint Francis
2701 Spring Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Fundraiser
Saints Alive! dinner and auction
6:30pm-12:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $350 per couple
The Saints Alive! dinner and auction will be Saturday, March 2, at 6:30 p.m. in the Bishop Dwenger main gym. Tickets are $350 per couple. A live auction, four interactive silent auction booths and the Tuition Assistance Challenge will be offered while enjoying a cocktail reception, elegant dinner, delicious dessert and a late night snack. Please consider being a part of this amazing event in support of the school. Must be 21 years or older to attend.
Address
Bishop Dwenger High School - Main Gym
1300 E. Washington Center Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Monday Mar 04
Parish / Community
Lunch 'N Learn — Stretching in Place
11:30am-1:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: free
Lunch ‘N Learn at St. Vincent de Paul Parish will host Melinda Richey who will discuss “Stretching in Place”: Tips and suggestions on how to stay flexible, how to stretch safely and stretches and exercises for standing and sitting on Monday, March 4, at 11:30 a.m. in Spiritual Center Room A, 1502 E Wallen Rd. Potluck lunch (please bring a dish to share). Open to anyone age 55 and over.
Website: https://www.saintv.org/
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Spiritual Center
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Spiritual Center
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Diocesan-Sponsored
Divorce Support Group future meetings
7:00pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $20
The Diocese offers a twelve-week support group for divorced men and women called “Surviving Divorce.” The current class is now closed but information on upcoming sessions, is available at
http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Divorce-Ministry
During each two-hour session, a DVD covering topics such as shock and grief, anger and forgiveness, money issues, helping children cope and annulment and remarriage is shown, followed by group discussion. Each participant is provided with a Personal Guide that corresponds with the DVDs from Ascension Press.
“Surviving Divorce” is offered various times during the year and generally held at the Archbishop Noll Center in Fort Wayne, the St. John Paul II Center in Mishawaka, or at a parish. It is based on the teachings of the Catholic Church and is open to anyone who needs comfort, counsel and clarity after divorce. The cost of the program is $20.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Divorce-Ministry
Address
Archbishop Noll Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Address
Archbishop Noll Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Tuesday Mar 05
Parish / Community
St. Vincent de Paul Parish to host Mardi Gras gathering
5:30pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
St. Vincent de Paul Parish will celebrate Mardi Gras on Tuesday, March 5, with a New Orleans style dinner and activities for children from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall. The “cookoff challenge” between Father Andrew Budzinski and Father Jay Horning will be a 6 p.m., bonfire and prayer service with music by Choristers Choir will be at 7:30 p.m. — school door #9.
Menu includes: Gumbolaya Soup: $3 (w/andouille, mussels, shrimp and chicken); Muffuletta: $3.50 (layered w/cheeses, meats and olives – it’s an antipasto platter stuffed into a sandwich); ¼ pounder hot dog: $2; artesian hamburger: $5 (naturally Raised Premium Angus beef from Greeley, CO; hormone-free and source-verified the best beef we can get ); assorted chips: 50¢; king cake: $1 (rich brioche cinnamon roll topped with colorful sugar -watch out for the hidden baby Jesus); world’s greatest chocolate cake: $3 (drizzled chocolate icing cascaded over four indulgent layers of moist cake and fudgy frosting and accented with flaky dark chocolate shavings for the ultimate chocolate experience); Bananas Foster: $3 (dessert made from bananas and vanilla ice cream with a sauce made from butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, dark rum, and banana liqueur); bottled water / coke / diet coke / sprite: $1
Website: https://www.saintv.org/
Address
St. Vincent de Paul - Parish Hall & School
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Address
St. Vincent de Paul - Parish Hall & School
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap - Mardi Gras
6:30pm-8:30pm
Mishawaka
Join us for a Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith!
Series Theme: Confronting a Broken World
Feb 5 – Sexual Abuse Crisis: What Can We Do? – Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades
Feb 12 – How Can Beauty Save the World? – Band of Men (including live music)
Feb 19 – Why Does God Allow Suffering? – Fr. Raphael Mary OP
Feb 26 – Religious Freedom or Discrimination? – Phillip Muñoz
Mar 5 – Mardi Gras: Mass & Party! – at St. Joseph Church, Mishawaka
Generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
More Info: www.diocesefwsb.org/tot-sb
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/tot-sb
Address
St. Joseph Catholic Church
225 S Mill St
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Address
St. Joseph Catholic Church
225 S Mill St
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Parish / Community
Bereavement support group
6:30pm-8:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: FREE
The St. Vincent de Paul Bereavement Support Group will meet on Tuesday evenings for seven weeks in the spring:
March 5 – April 23, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Parish Library (in the Gathering Space of the church – 1502 E Wallen Rd.) The group hopes to provide a comforting atmosphere in which to offer emotional support. Your loss need not be recent for the sessions to be helpful. Space is limited, so register in advance. Contact Claire Martin at 810-569-4935 or rmcm0813@gmail.com.
Website: https://www.saintv.org/
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Parish
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Parish
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Please join us as Fr. Ben Muhlenkamp leads the faithful during our monthly holy hour for vocations to the priesthood and religious life.
Address
St. Mother Theodore Guerin Chapel
1122 South Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Thursday Mar 07
Diocesan-Sponsored
Catholic Social Doctrine Series: The Politics of Penance: Proposing an Ethic for Social Repair
7:00pm-8:45pm
Notre Dame
Cost: no cost
On Thursday, March 7, Michael P. Griffin, Ph.D. Senior Vice-President of Holy Cross College will speak on the Politics of Penance: Proposing an Ethic for Social Repair at 7 p.m. at Holy Cross College Driscoll Auditorium as part of the Diocesan Winter/Spring Catholic Social Doctrine Series.
Address
Holy Cross College Driscoll Auditorium
54515 State Road 933 N.
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Friday Mar 08
Parish / Community
Homeschool tea party
10:00am-12:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: free
Homeschool parent-teachers and their children may attend a Tea Time Out, Friday, March 8, from 10 a.m. to noon in the Msgr. John Kuzmich Life Center, 1502 E Wallen Rd. Hostess will provide a variety of tea bag selections, paper products and some games to play. If you are able to attend, please bring some kind of tea and a treat or snack to share. Feel free to bring your favorite games too. Call Lisa with any questions. *Note on parking: Please park in the church lot and walk over to the Life Center. Join us RSVP to Lisa at: 637-1285, 206-2054 (cell/text) lcwinde@frontier.com.
Website: https://www.saintv.org/
Address
St. Vincent de Paul - Life Center
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Address
St. Vincent de Paul - Life Center
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Parish / Community
St. Patrick Parish plans fish fry
4:00pm-7:00pm
Fort Wayne
St. Patrick Parish will have an all-you-can-eat fish fry on Friday, March 8, from 4-7 p.m. Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches available for children. Tickets are adults $10, seniors 60 plus $9, children 5-10 $5 those 4 and under free. Drive thru and carry-outs available.
Address
St. Patrick Church, Arcola, Parish Hall
12305 Arcola Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46818
Fundraiser
Drive-Through fish fry
4:30pm-7:00pm
Ft. Wayne
Cost: $9
Knights of Columbus Council 12379 will host a drive-Through only fish fry on Friday, March 8, from 4:30-7 p.m. A $9 carry-out dinner includes: fish, breaded potato wedges, coleslaw, applesauce, and dinner roll.
Fish-only meals are also available.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/359532871564661/
Address
St. Joseph Hessen Cassel School
11521 Old Decatur Road
Ft. Wayne Indiana, 46816
Address
St. Joseph Hessen Cassel School
11521 Old Decatur Road
Ft. Wayne Indiana, 46816
Fundraiser
Queen of Angels Lenten fish fry
4:30pm-7:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Adults $10; Children 6-10 $5; Children 5 and under Free
Queen of Angels Church will have a Lenten “all-you-can-eat” Fish Fry on Friday, March 8 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at 1500 W State Blvd. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children 6-10, and 5 and under are free. Carry-out is also available.
Website: https://www.queenofangelsfw.org/
Address
Queen of Angels Catholic Church
Monsignor Faber Activities Center
1500 W State Blvd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Address
Queen of Angels Catholic Church
Monsignor Faber Activities Center
1500 W State Blvd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Retreat / Pilgrimage
Mary and Mercy: A retreat with Father Michael Gaitley
7:15pm-4:30pm
Granger
Cost: $49.95
St. Pius X Catholic Church, 52553 Fir Rd., will host the “Time of Mercy” with Father Michael Gaitley, Friday, March 8 at 7:15 p.m.
Join the Marian Missionaries of Divine Mercy, Redeemer Radio, and the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend for an inspiring Mercy and Mary Retreat, featuring bestselling author of “33 Days to Morning Glory” and acclaimed speaker Father Michael Gaitley, MIC.
Take time to recharge and refocus as you learn the secrets of this “Time of Mercy.”
Participants will receive a full immersion experience into Divine Mercy and Mary. Enjoy talks by Father Gaitley, Mass, Adoration, testimonies with the Marian Missionaries and more.
Website: https://events.marianmissionaries.org/events/mercy-mary-retreat-south-bend-in/?source=marian1004button
Address
St. Pius X Catholic Church
52553 Fir Road
Granger Indiana, 46530
Address
St. Pius X Catholic Church
52553 Fir Road
Granger Indiana, 46530
Saturday Mar 09
Retreat / Pilgrimage
Indiana Holy Family Catholic Conference
8:30am-6:00pm
Kokomo
Cost: by 2/18 - family $60, couple $40, single $20 after 2/18 - family $75, couple $50, single $25
The Indiana Holy Family Catholic Conference is Saturday, March 9 in Kokomo, Indiana. This 13th annual event will once again offer activities and programs for adults, students and children, as well as babysitting for children up to two years old. The day includes awesome speakers (Teresa Tomeo, Deacon Dominick Pastore, Chris Bray, religious Sisters from St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration, Dominican Sisters of St. Cecelia), gym time with bounce houses, Adoration time for each classroom with instruction from one of our sisters, a hot catered meal (included in cost) and family fun time after lunch, an indoor Eucharistic procession, Adoration Chapel, confession, and will conclude with Mass with Bishop Timothy Doherty as the celebrant. What a great opportunity for you and your family to grow in your faith this Lent.
One of many testimonials “What do I like most? I love the whole package! My family has attended this conference the past 5 years — it was advertised at our parish and our priest encouraged his parishioners to attend — and we did. We recommend this conference to our friends and family every year!” www.holyfamilyconference.org
Website: http://www.holyfamilyconference.org/
Address
Kokomo High School
2501 S Berkley Road
Kokomo Indiana, 46902
Address
Kokomo High School
2501 S Berkley Road
Kokomo Indiana, 46902
Sunday Mar 10
Fundraiser
Bingo at St. Joseph - Hessen Cassel
2:00pm-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Bingo will be held at St. Joseph – Hessen Cassel on Sunday, March 10. Doors open at 2 and games start at 2:30 p.m. Cost is $25/person and includes 10 games with payouts from $25 to $100. Must be 18 to play. Bring items for the food bank to receive extra door prize tickets.
Monday Mar 11
Diocesan-Sponsored
Divorce Support Group future meetings
7:00pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $20
The Diocese offers a twelve-week support group for divorced men and women called “Surviving Divorce.” The current class is now closed but information on upcoming sessions, is available at
http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Divorce-Ministry
During each two-hour session, a DVD covering topics such as shock and grief, anger and forgiveness, money issues, helping children cope and annulment and remarriage is shown, followed by group discussion. Each participant is provided with a Personal Guide that corresponds with the DVDs from Ascension Press.
“Surviving Divorce” is offered various times during the year and generally held at the Archbishop Noll Center in Fort Wayne, the St. John Paul II Center in Mishawaka, or at a parish. It is based on the teachings of the Catholic Church and is open to anyone who needs comfort, counsel and clarity after divorce. The cost of the program is $20.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Divorce-Ministry
Address
Archbishop Noll Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Address
Archbishop Noll Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Sunday Mar 17
Parish / Community
The CCHS Alumni Association
1:00pm-3:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free
The CCHS Alumni Association will have an Open House March 17, from 1-3 p.m. at the East State Professional Park, 4618 E. State Blvd Ste. 100 (South end of the building from Redeemer Radio at State and Reed). For information call Leanne 260-493-0290 or Sylvia at 260-493-7479.
Parish / Community
Parish Lenten retreat
7:00pm-8:00pm
South Bend
Cost: no cost
Christ the King Parish will offer a Lenten retreat, “Our Family in Faith at Prayer” Sunday, March 17 through Tuesday, March 19 at 7 p.m. in the church.
Retreat Leaders are Most Rev. William Wack, CSC and Rev. Neil Wack, CSC.
With the Holy Family as the guide, come to the parish retreat and grow as a family at prayer. Bishop Bill Wack and Father Neil Wack grew up at Christ the King Parish and graduated from the grade school. Come and enjoy their reflections on life in prayer as a family at faith.
Website: http://www.christthekingonline.com
Address
Christ the King Catholic Church
52473 SR 933
South Bend Indiana, 46637
Address
Christ the King Catholic Church
52473 SR 933
South Bend Indiana, 46637
Monday Mar 18
Parish / Community
A Haven for Healing
6:30pm-8:30pm
South Bend
Cost: free
A Haven for Healing offers spiritual renewal for those who have experienced the loss of a child from abortion. Do you suffer from carrying a secret that makes you feel isolated? Have you received the Sacrament of Reconciliation and yet cannot forgive yourself? Are you tired of carrying the burden of guilt and shame?
A Haven for Healing can help. We use a Bible study and discussion to address many issues that arise after an abortion. Group or individual sessions are offered. The group sessions begin Monday, March 18, at 6:30 p.m. Call the confidential phone line 574-514-7471 or email ahavenforhealing@gmail.com for more information.
Website: https://www.ahavenforhealing.com/
Address
Confidential location
South Bend Indiana, 46635
Address
Confidential location
South Bend Indiana, 46635
Diocesan-Sponsored
Divorce Support Group future meetings
7:00pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $20
The Diocese offers a twelve-week support group for divorced men and women called “Surviving Divorce.” The current class is now closed but information on upcoming sessions, is available at
http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Divorce-Ministry
During each two-hour session, a DVD covering topics such as shock and grief, anger and forgiveness, money issues, helping children cope and annulment and remarriage is shown, followed by group discussion. Each participant is provided with a Personal Guide that corresponds with the DVDs from Ascension Press.
“Surviving Divorce” is offered various times during the year and generally held at the Archbishop Noll Center in Fort Wayne, the St. John Paul II Center in Mishawaka, or at a parish. It is based on the teachings of the Catholic Church and is open to anyone who needs comfort, counsel and clarity after divorce. The cost of the program is $20.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Divorce-Ministry
Address
Archbishop Noll Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Address
Archbishop Noll Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Tuesday Mar 19
5:30pm-8:00pm
Ft. Wayne
Cost: Free
The Knights of Columbus will assist in the celebration for the Feast of St. Joseph beginning with Mass Tuesday, March 19, at 5:30 p.m. The Knights of Columbus will be sponsoring a spaghetti dinner immediately following Mass.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/390870021478248/?active_tab=about
Address
St. Joseph Hessen Cassel Church
11337 US-27 South
Ft. Wayne Indiana, 46816
Address
St. Joseph Hessen Cassel Church
11337 US-27 South
Ft. Wayne Indiana, 46816
Retreat / Pilgrimage
Parish Mission at St. Mary of the Assumption, Decatur
7:00pm-8:30pm
Decatur
Cost: Free
St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 414 Madison St., will have a Parish Mission March 19-21 from 7-8:30 p.m. in the church. Susan Tassone, award winning author and regular guest on EWTN, will speak Tuesday and Wednesday evenings and be available for book signing afterward. Her talks are titled “A Guide to Saving Grace: Purgatory, Adoration and Divine Mercy” based on her book “Day by Day with the Holy Souls in Purgatory” and her newest release “St. Faustina Prayer Book for Adoration.” The Sacrament of Confession will be celebrated Thursday at a Lenten Penance Service with many priest confessors available. All are welcome.
Website: http://www.stmarysdecatur.org
Address
St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church
414 Madison Street
Decatur Indiana, 46733
Address
St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church
414 Madison Street
Decatur Indiana, 46733
Thursday Mar 21
Parish / Community
Understanding grief and loss speaker series to begin
7:00pm-8:30pm
Granger
Cost: Free
St. Pius X Catholic Church is hosting a “Grieving with Hope” speaker series Thursday, March 21, from 7-8:30 p.m. in the church, 52553 Fir Rd.
At the first event, Holly Farmer from the Center for Hospice Care will present on “Understanding Grief and Loss.” Drawing on her extensive experience as a bereavement counselor, Holly will define grief and mourning for youth and adults, describe the mourning process and grief reactions, discuss coping and self-care, and explain ways to support grieving individuals. Her presentation will be followed by time for questions. Light refreshments will be served afterwards.
If you are grieving or supporting someone who is grieving, we invite you to come.
Address
St. Pius X Catholic Church
52553 Fir Road
Granger Indiana, 46530
Saturday Mar 23
Diocesan-Sponsored
Retreat for those who have suffered miscarriage, stillbirth and infant loss
10:00am-4:00pm
Notre Dame
Cost: free of charge
If you have lost a baby, you are not alone. Come join other couples who have suffered miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss for a daylong retreat, free of charge, to help face your grief in the context of fellowship and faith.
The retreat will be held on Saturday, March 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Parish Center on the outskirts of Notre Dame’s campus. Lunch will be provided. While this retreat is geared for couples, individuals are welcome as well. Sponsored by “ava’s grace,” a new diocesan ministry to support families grieving the loss of a baby before or after birth. To register, contact Lisa Everett at leverett@diocesefwsb.org or by calling 574-234-0687.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/avasgrace
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/avasgrace
Address
Sacred Heart Parish Center
104 Sacred Heart Parish Center
Moreau Drive (old Douglas Rd)
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Address
Sacred Heart Parish Center
104 Sacred Heart Parish Center
Moreau Drive (old Douglas Rd)
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Thursday Mar 28
Diocesan-Sponsored
Catholic Social Doctrine Series: What is Happening to Our Common Home: Laudato Si', Climate Change and Creation Care
7:00pm-8:45pm
Notre Dame
Cost: no cost
On Thursday, March 28, Philip J. Sakimoto, Ph.D., University of Notre Dame Minor in Sustainability/First-Year of Studies Program and NASA will speak on What is Happening to Our Common Home: Laudato Si’, Climate Change and Creation Care at 7 p.m. at Holy Cross College Driscoll Auditorium as part of the Diocesan Winter/Spring Catholic Social Doctrine Series.