Upcoming Events
Saturday Dec 01
Fundraiser
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Christmas craft fair
9:00am-3:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: FREE Admission
The 3rd annual SEAS Christmas Craft Fair will showcase 52 talented vendors who will have handcrafted merchandise available for sale. The craft fair is the main fundraiser for the MOMs Group at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton where the group sponsors a number of wonderful family events for the community.
Address
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church
10700 Aboite Center Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46804
Parish / Community
Saint Nick Six
9:30am-12:00pm
South Bend
The 10th annual Saint Nick Six 6K/3K race takes place Saturday, Dec. 1, at St. Joseph Parish in South Bend. Proceeds from the race benefit St. Joseph Grade School. This year’s event includes a 3K Walk, the popular “Run, Run, Rudolph .06K” for little reindeer in 1st grade and younger, as well as a pancake breakfast. More details and online registration at www.stjoeparish.com. Those that register by November 15 will receive a race shirt.
Website: http://www.stjoeparish.com/SaintNickSix
Address
Saint Joseph Grade School, South Bend
216 N. Hill St.
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Address
Saint Joseph Grade School, South Bend
216 N. Hill St.
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Parish / Community
Concert in preparation for Advent and the coming of our Savior
6:30pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free to all
St. Patrick’s Catholic Church of Arcola will present a concert on the first weekend of Advent performed by Mary Hilger on Sunday, Dec. 1 from 6:30-8 p.m. at the church.
Prepare for the Season of Advent and participate with your family and friends for a time of song, prayer and reflection.
Address
St. Patrick Church of Arcola
12305 Arcola Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46818
Sunday Dec 02
Retreat / Pilgrimage
5th Annual Crèche Pilgrimage
2:00pm-3:30pm
Notre Dame
Cost: Free
Join the Notre Dame community for a pilgrimage through campus to view nativity sets from throughout Eastern Europe. Begins at Eck Visitors Center and travels to Morris Inn, Coleman-Morse Center, and ends with a blessing and reception at Main Building.
Website: https://mcgrath.nd.edu/events/creche-exhibit/
Address
Eck Visitors Center
100 Eck Center
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Address
Eck Visitors Center
100 Eck Center
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Parish / Community
Bach Collegium Messiah Sing-Along
2:00pm-4:15pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $5.00
The audience is the choir as we sing Handel’s great masterpiece, “Messiah.” This is a great opportunity to experience this music from the standpoint of a performer. Musical scores are provided if needed. Cookies and coffee are served at intermission.
Website: http://www.bachcollegium.org
Address
Queen of Angels Catholic Church
1500 W State Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Address
Queen of Angels Catholic Church
1500 W State Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Parish / Community
Notre Dame Advent Lessons and Carols
7:15pm-8:30pm
Notre Dame
Cost: Free
The annual Advent Lessons and Carols service will feature all of the Notre Dame Basilica choirs, including the Notre Dame Liturgical Choir, Women’s Liturgical Choir, Folk Choir, Handbell Choir, and Basilica Schola. All are welcome to attend.
Website: https://campusministry.nd.edu/
Address
Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Notre Dame
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Address
Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Notre Dame
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Monday Dec 03
Mass / Liturgy
Festival of Lessons and Carols
7:00pm-8:00pm
Elkhart
Cost: free
Three choirs from St. Vincent Church and two from St. Vincent School will present outstanding choral music of the season accompanied by Scripture readings, pastoral reflections, and congregational hymns. A light reception will follow in Vincent Hall. This event is free and open to all. We hope that you will join us for beautiful music, powerful prayer, and fellowship!
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
1108 S Main St
Elkhart Indiana, 46516
Tuesday Dec 04
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Please join us as Fr. Zak Barry 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
Mass / Liturgy
Advent Lessons and Carols
7:00pm-12:00am
Granger
Cost: None
An Advent Lessons and Carols service will be held Tuesday, Dec. 1, at 7 p.m. in the church, 52553 Fir Rd. This service will include Advent readings, Advent carols , and choral pieces by the Sunday Morning and Evening Choirs, Adult Handbell Choir, and instruments.
Address
St. Pius X Catholic Church
52553 Fir Road
Granger Indiana, 46530
Formation / Training
Father Jacques Philippe Talk: "The Gospel of the Beatitudes: A Light for Married Couples and Family Life"
7:00pm-9:00pm
South Bend
Cost: Free
Internationally renowned spiritual author, Father Jacques Philippe, will speak about “The Gospel of the Beatitudes: A Light for Married Couple and Family Life” at the Windmoor Study Center, 1121 North Notre Dame Ave. This talk is free and open to the public. It is sponsored by the Windmoor Study Center. Please RSVP to clubdenali@gmail.com.
Address
Windmoor Study Center
1121 North Notre Dame Ave.
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Wednesday Dec 05
Fundraiser
Saints Alive! Holiday Tables
11:30am-1:00pm
Fort Wayne
The annual Saints Alive! Holiday Tables Luncheon is Wednesday, Dec. 5, at 11:30 a.m. at Patsy Dumas’ home,
10109 Silver Lake Court. Enjoy a delicious lunch surrounded by Patsy Dumas’ extensive collection of Christmas China. Every table has a different setting of seasonal china and decorations.A good will donation is collected during the event; all to help to support Bishop Dwenger High School.
Please RSVP to Patsy Dumas at 260-413-2067, patsydumas@aol.com or Linda Dumas at 260-433-3637, ldumas@bojrabkaufman.com.
Address
Mrs. Patsy Dumas' Home
10109 Silver Lake Court
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Fundraiser
Christmas bazaar
1:00pm-4:00pm
Notre Dame
A Christmas Bazaar sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Cross will be Wednesday, Dec. 5, from 1-7 p.m. and Dec. 6, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Lillie O’Grady Center. The proceeds benefit the Sisters of the Holy Cross Ministry, With the Poor Fund and the Sisters Retirement Fund. Handmade crafts, plants, household and miscellaneous items, sweets, Christmas decorations and much, much more. All are welcome.
Address
O'Grady Center of the Sisters of the Holy Cross
Sisters of the Holy Cross
O'Grady Center
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Formation / Training
Father Jacques Philippe Talk: "Interior Freedom"
6:30pm-9:00pm
Notre Dame
Cost: Free
Internationally renowned spiritual author, Father Jacques Philippe will speak about “Interior Freedom” in the Andrews Auditorium in Geddes Hall on the campus of the University of Notre Dame at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 5. This talk is free and open to the public. It is sponsored by the Center for Ethics and Culture and co-sponsored by the McGrath Institute for Church Life.
Parish / Community
Coming to Christmas at Mary's House
6:30pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: FREE
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL presents: COMING TO CHRISTMAS AT MARY’S HOUSE
DECEMBER 5, 6 & 7 | 6:30 PM IN THE CHURCH
A special Advent presentation will be on Wednesday, Dec. 5, and Thursday, Dec. 6, at 6:30 p.m. in the Church. Then, celebrate the Vigil Mass of The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary at 4 and 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 7.
Wednesday, December 5 | 6:30 pm | THE INCARNATION integrating scripture & music with John Angotti
Thursday, December 6 | 6:30 pm | THE STORY OF BROKEN MARY witness on healing with Kevin Matthews & John Angotti
Friday, December 7 | 4:00 pm & 6:30 pm | VIGIL MASSES – The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary with liturgical music by John Angotti
Please join us as we discover the gift of God’s only Son, Jesus, through the Blessed Virgin Mary!
Website: https://www.saintv.org/
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Thursday Dec 06
Retreat / Pilgrimage
Advent parish mission with John Angotti and Kevin Matthews
6:30pm-8:00pm
Cost: free
St. Vincent de Paul will have a Parish Mission on Wednesday, Dec. 5, and Thursday, Dec. 6, at 6:30 p.m. in the Church. Then, celebrate the Vigil Mass of The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary at 4 and 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 7.
THE INCARNATION — Integrating scripture and music with John Angotti will be on Wednesday, Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m.
THE STORY OF BROKEN MARY — A witness on healing with Kevin Matthews and John Angotti will be Thursday, Dec. 6, at 6:30 p.m.
VIGIL MASSES — The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary with liturgical music by John Angotti will be Friday, Dec. 7 at 4 and 6:30 p.m.
Website: https://www.saintv.org/
Address
St. Vincent de Paul
1502 E. Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne, Indiana 46825
Address
St. Vincent de Paul
1502 E. Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne, Indiana 46825
Formation / Training
Fr. Jacques Philippe Talk: "How to Grow through the Trials and Suffering of Life"
7:00pm-9:00pm
Granger
Cost: Free
Saint Pius X Catholic Church is set to welcome internationally renowned spiritual author, Fr. Jacques Philippe. He will be speaking on the topic, “How to Grow through the Trials and Suffering of Life,” on Dec. 6, 7-9 p.m. in the church.
Join Fr. Philippe as he shares practical yet profound spiritual reflections about discerning God’s will in real life situations of growth, difficulty, and pain. This complimentary event will be followed by light refreshments with books available for purchase in the Parish Life Center.
Childcare available with advanced registration. Complete the form at https://www.stpius.net/frjacquesphilippe to register no later than Tuesday, Dec. 4.
Website: https://www.stpius.net/frjacquesphilippe
Address
St. Pius X Catholic Church
52553 Fir Road
Granger Indiana, 46530
Address
St. Pius X Catholic Church
52553 Fir Road
Granger Indiana, 46530
Friday Dec 07
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, December 7th, 2018 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.
Parish / Community
Fort Wayne City of Churches tour
6:00pm-10:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free
Referred to often as a “city of churches,” Fort Wayne boasts some amazing examples of religious architecture. Some of our best and brightest local architects designed houses of worship all across the city and they deserve our notice. Like many other historic buildings in Fort Wayne or other communities, historic churches face their own unique set of challenges. They are often large buildings that require a lot of maintenance and aging or shrinking congregations find it difficult to keep up with the building’s demands. The City of Churches Tour aims to showcase the great number and variety of churches by allowing visitors to experience these building’s unique beauty. By making people aware of theses buildings, there is hope that there will be a desire to preserve them for future generations.
December 7, from 6-10 p.m.
Participating Churches
Emmanuel Lutheran Church – Building Faith in the City
St. John Lutheran Church (ELCA) Fort Wayne, Indiana
Trinity Episcopal Church Fort Wayne
Plymouth Congregational Church of Fort Wayne
First Presbyterian Church of Fort Wayne
Trinity English Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Fort Wayne, Indiana) *
St Paul’s EV Lutheran Church LCMS
First Wayne Street United Methodist Church
Turner Chapel A M E Church
Shepherd of the City Lutheran Church
Pilgrim Baptist Church of Fort Wayne
Bethlehem Lutheran Church
Zion Lutheran Church-Mo Synod
Saint Peter’s Catholic Church*
Faith United Methodist
Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church Fort Wayne Indiana *
Redeemer Lutheran Church-Fort Wayne
First Missionary Church of Fort Wayne
The Karpeles Manuscript Library Museums (Church of Christ Scientist)
*Doors open at 7 p.m.
For more information contact Cornelia Schulz
klaus_schulz@comcast.net
For more information on the tour:
www.facebook.com/citychurches
www.instagram.com/fwchurches
Address
Downtown Fort Wayne
518 E Dewald St.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46803
Saturday Dec 08
8:00am-12:00pm
Plymouth
Cost: $4 lb
Celebrate Christmas and support St. Michael’s Altar Rosary with a purchase from a variety of Homemade cookies for sale at $4 per pound. Containers available or bring your own.
Address
St. Michael’s School Cafeteria
612 N Center St
Plymouth Indiana, 46563
5:00pm-7:00pm
South Bend
Cost: $10 each presale, $12.50 each after Dec. 2
Celebrate the Immaculate Conception and Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Saturday, Dec. 8, from 5-7 p.m. with a Mexican carryout dinner at St. Anthony de Padua gym, 2310 E Jefferson Blvd.
Choose from chicken or carnitas or tamales and mole (pronounced mol-ay.) Included is rice, beans, nopal salad, tortillas and dessert. Pre-sale price is $10 per dinner, after Dec. 2nd, price is $12.50 per dinner.
Website: https://stasb.org/
Address
St. Anthony de Padua Gym
2310 E Jefferson Boulevard
South Bend Indiana, 46615
Address
St. Anthony de Padua Gym
2310 E Jefferson Boulevard
South Bend Indiana, 46615
Sunday Dec 09
Fundraiser
St. Charles pancake breakfast with Santa
8:00am-12:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $5
The St. Charles Athletic Assn. will be serving pancakes and sausage — all you can eat — and a chance to sit on Santa’s lap. The cost is $5 per adult, $3 per child (grade school age,) and free for preschool and younger, or $30 for the entire family. All proceeds benefit the St. Charles Athletic Association.
Parish / Community
St. Vincent Knights of Columbus breakfast
8:00am-11:00am
Fort Waynr
Cost: Free will offering
St. Vincent Knights of Columbus Council 11353 will sponsor a full service breakfast buffet Sunday, Dec. 9, from 8-11 a.m., with free-will offerings accepted. Proceeds will benefit “A Woman’s Care Center” and “A Mother’s Hope.” Come out and enjoy a delicious breakfast and support two great causes that benefit life.
Address
St. Vincent Parish Hall,
1502 E. Wallen Rd.
Fort Waynr Indiana, 46825
Youth / School
Bishop Luers High School Christmas Concert
2:00pm-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Bishop Luers High School Performing Arts Department will present a Christmas concert on Sunday, Dec. 9, at 3 p.m. in the school gymnasium. The Bishop Luers concert band, jazz ensemble, choirs and show choir will perform. The Luers Senior Art Show will be on exhibit from 2-3 p.m. prior to the concert.
Website: https://www.bishopluers.org/
Address
Bishop Luers High School gymnasium
333 E. Paulding Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46816
Address
Bishop Luers High School gymnasium
333 E. Paulding Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46816
Tuesday Dec 11
Mass / Liturgy
Advent Taize Prayer
7:00pm-12:00am
Granger
Taize Prayer is composed of songs that originated in the tiny French Village of Taize. These songs, known throughout the world, have led Christians of all languages to a pathway of prayer. The repetition of the text and music takes us to the heart of the mystery of prayer, for prayer is not something that can be explained — it arises when individuals open themselves to God’s love together, in an atmosphere of simple trust.
Address
St. Pius X Catholic Church
52553 Fir Road
Granger Indiana, 46530
Wednesday Dec 12
Mass / Liturgy
Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass and dinner
7:00pm-9:30pm
South Bend
A Mass in Spanish and dinner to celebrate Our Lady of Guadalupe will be Wednesday, Dec. 12, from 7-9:30 p.m. at St. Adalbert Parish. Dinner to follow in parish hall.
Address
St. Adalbert Parish
2505 W. Grace St.
South Bend Indiana, 46619
Mass / Liturgy
Advent Lessons and Carols
7:00pm-8:00pm
South Bend
Thursday Dec 13
Youth / School
Christmas Around the World
5:30pm-7:00pm
South Bend
Cost: Free
Holy family students proudly present Christmas Around the World Thursday, Dec. 13, from 5:30-7 p.m. at Holy Family School. Join us for facts, snacks and crafts as our students take you on a joy filled journey around the globe. Come and share the traditions and celebrations of our most beautiful feast of Christmas!
Address
Holy Family School
56407 Mayflower Rd
South Bend Indiana, 46619
Friday Dec 14
Mass / Liturgy
Solemn Advent Vespers
5:30pm-6:30pm
South Bend
Our Lady of Hungary Parish will host a service of Solemn Vespers on Friday Dec. 14, with music, readings, preaching and prayer beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the main church, 829 West Calvert Street, South Bend. All are invited! If you have any questions or would like to be apart of the choir please contact the OLH parish office at 574-287-1700.
Address
Our Lady of Hungary Parish
829 West Calvert Street
South Bend Indiana, 46613
Parish / Community
Alumni appreciation night
7:30pm-9:30pm
Fort Wayne
Bishop Dwenger and Central Catholic alumni may join fellow alumni and friends to support the Saints’ varsity basketball team on Friday, Dec. 14, 2018. The Saints will take on the Concordia Cadets at 7:30 p.m. in the BDHS main gym. Please visit bishopdwenger.com for more information.
Address
Bishop Dwenger High School - Main Gym
1300 E. Washington Center Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Saturday Dec 15
Parish / Community
St. Thomas the Apostle School announces live Nativity
6:30pm-9:00pm
Elkhart
Cost: Free
St. Thomas the Apostle Church and School will host a live Nativity on Saturday, Dec. 15, from 6:30-9 p.m. Students and live animals will bring the nativity scene to life, while the crowd reflects on scripture and enjoys live music, hot chocolate and more.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/183565175857626/
Address
St. Thomas the Apostle School
1331 North Main Street
Elkhart Indiana, 46514
Address
St. Thomas the Apostle School
1331 North Main Street
Elkhart Indiana, 46514
Sunday Dec 16
9:00am-12:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $8/adults, $4/children (ages 6-12), and $20/family. $5 carryout packs will be available.
Saint Gaspar del Bufalo Council #11043 will be serving breakfast on Sunday, Dec. 16, from 9 a.m. to noon in the gymnasium at Most Precious Blood, 1515 Barthold St. Cost is $8 for adults, $4 for children 6-12, and $20 per family.
$5 carryout packs will be available.
Proceeds will benefit the needs of the parish.
Website: http://www.kofc11043.org
Address
Most Precious Blood
1515 Barthold St.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Address
Most Precious Blood
1515 Barthold St.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Youth / School
Bishop Luers to present middle school art fair
3:00pm-4:00pm
Fort Wayne
Bishop Luers High School will offer a middle school art fair on Sunday, Dec. 16, from 3-4 p.m. in the front lobby of the school. Each feeder school is invited to send up to 12 pieces of artwork from students in grades 5-8 that will be displayed in the art show. Ribbons will be presented to top pieces. Families and friends are invited to the art fair and are welcome to stay for the Lessons and Carols prayer service at 4 p.m. in the school’s Chapel of Saint Francis of Assisi and the lighting of Bishop Luers Nativity.
Website: https://www.bishopluers.org/
Address
Bishop Luers High School lobby
333 E. Paulding Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46816
Address
Bishop Luers High School lobby
333 E. Paulding Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46816
Parish / Community
Festival of Lessons and Carols
4:00pm-5:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: Admission is Free
The Festival of Lessons and Carols will be Sunday, Dec. 16, from 4-5 p.m. and will feature the St. Bavo and Marian High School Liturgical Choirs and the Antioch Youth Group.
This service celebrating the birth of Jesus, features nine Lessons, or Scripture readings, and will present a brief journey through salvation history. The Lessons are interspersed with the singing of Christmas carols by the congregation, beautiful solos and inspiring choral music.
The public is invited and admission is free. Come enter into the joy of this holy season.
Website: http://www.stbavochurch.com
Address
St. Bavo Church
511 W. 7th St.
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Address
St. Bavo Church
511 W. 7th St.
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Youth / School
Bishop Luers to present Lessons and Carols
4:00pm-5:00pm
Fort Wayne
Bishop Luers High School will host a Festival of Lessons and Carols on Sunday, Dec. 16, at 4 p.m. in the Chapel of Saint Francis of Assisi.
The Festival of Lessons and Carols is a service of Scripture and song that dates to the late 19th century. In this service, the faithful listen to nine Scripture lessons, which recount the Fall, the promise of a Messiah, the Incarnation, and the Great Commission to preach the Good News. Each lesson is followed by a carol or other song that reflects on the lesson’s message and a brief prayer.
The Bishop Luers chamber ensemble, directed by Kristopher Andorfer, leads the music.
Lessons and Carols follows the Bishop Luers Middle School Art Fair from 3-4 p.m. Artwork of fifith-, sixth-, seventh- and eighth-grade feeder school students will be displayed throughout the front lobby of the school. All are invited.
Website: https://www.bishopluers.org/
Address
Bishop Luers Chapel of Saint Francis of Assisi
333 E. Paulding Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46816
Address
Bishop Luers Chapel of Saint Francis of Assisi
333 E. Paulding Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46816
Parish / Community
Las Posadas
6:00pm-8:00pm
South Bend
Cost: free
St. Adalbert and St. Casimir Parishes celebrate las Posadas to prepare us to celebrate the Mystery of the Incarnation at Christmas. Each day includes the posada, a rosary and then a social. The schedule is as follows:
Sun, Dec. 16: 10:30 a.m. 12 p.m.: St. Adalbert School
Mon, Dec. 17: 6-8 p.m.: St. Adalbert Rectory
Tues, Dec. 18: 6-8 p.m., St. Casimir School Building
Wed, Dec. 19: 6-8 p.m.: St. Casimir School Building
Thurs, Dec. 20: 6-8 p.m.: St. Adalbert School
Fri, Dec. 21: 7-9p; St. Casimir School Building
Sat, Dec. 22: 6-8 p.m.: St. Adalbert School
Sun, Dec. 23: 6-8 p.m.: St. Adalbert School
Address
St. Adalbert Parish and St. Casimir Parishes
St. Adalbert: 2505 W. Grace St.
St. Casimir: 1308 W. Dunham St.
South Bend Indiana, 46619
Monday Dec 17
Formation / Training
Benedictine Oblate chapter meeting
7:00pm-8:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: No Cost
A Chapter of Benedictine Oblates of Saint Mienrad Archabbey are Christians united by the Holy Rule of Saint Benedict.
Chapters come together to support one another and strengthen spiritual life through prayer, liturgical celebration, instruction and fellowship in Christ, so “that in all things God may be glorified” (RB 57:9)
Meetings are held on the third Monday of each month.
Address
St. Monica School library
223 West Grove Street
Mishawaka Indiana, 46545
Parish / Community
Advent lessons and carols
7:00pm-8:30pm
Fort Wayne
St. Therese Catholic Church, 2304 Lower Huntington Rd., will host a Festival of Lessons and Carols on Monday, Dec. 17, at 7 p.m. There is no charge, but a free will offering will be taken up to benefit the St. Vincent de Paul Society of the parish. All are welcome.
Presented by the St. Therese music ministry, the Festival of Lessons and Carols is a service of scripture and song dating back to the late 1800s, and continued to this day. It began on Christmas Eve, 1878, with the choir of Truro Cathedral in Cornwall, England, singing in a temporary wooden structure while a new cathedral was being built. More than 400 people reportedly were in attendance.
“We have adapted this Festival of Lessons and Carols to reflect the season of Advent that moves into the celebration of Christmas,” said Beverly Rieger, St. Therese music director.
“The beautiful, candle-lit service is not precisely a Christmas concert,” she continued, “although attendees will experience beautiful Advent/Christmas music. The audience is invited to sing throughout, but it is not a Christmas Carol sing-a-long either,” said Ms. Rieger.
Actually, the service begins at 6:45 p.m. with prelude music featuring guests David Ling on violin and Daniel Quinn on classical guitar, she added. It will be followed by a procession and an opening prayer led by Father Lawrence Teteh, C.S.Sp, pastor of St. Therese Church.
The lessons are six readings from the Old Testament and the New Testament, concluding with the reading of Joseph taking Mary into his home (Mt 1,18-24). After each lesson, there is music, including solos and Advent/Christmas hymns for the audience to sing with the choirs.
In addition to the St. Therese Choir, participants include Guest Organist Allen Goebbert; the One Voice St. Therese Children’s Choir; an ensemble group of guitar and vocalists; The Chimes Group; soloists from the Cantor Ministry; instrumentalists and additional vocalists.
After the service and closing remarks by the pastor, all are invited to a free reception in the nearby Parish Hall.
Tuesday Dec 18
Mass / Liturgy
Advent Penance service
7:00pm-12:00am
Granger
We gather together as a parish community to hear God’s saving word and to celebrate the sacrament of God’s forgiveness and love at St. Pius X Parish on Tuesday, Dec. 18 from 7 to ?.
Address
St. Pius X Catholic Church
52553 Fir Road
Granger Indiana, 46530
Friday Dec 21
Fundraiser
Knights plan spaghetti dinner
5:00pm-7:00pm
South Bend
The Knights of Columbus Council 5521 will have a spaghetti dinner at the South Bend Francis Club, 61533 Ironwood Rd., on Friday, Dec. 21st, from 5-7 p.m.
Adults $9.50, children 5-12 $3.50, children under 5 free. Dinner includes “All you care to eat” spaghetti with homemade sauce, lettuce salad, garlic bread, coffee and ice cream for dessert.
Monday Dec 24
Mass / Liturgy
Christmas Lessons and Carols
3:30pm-12:00am
Granger
Cost: None
Christmas Eve Lessons and Carols
Granger — Lessons and
Carols with the choirs of St. Pius X
will take place before each Christmas Eve
Mass (4pm, 6:30pm, Midnight).
The Children’s Choir and Adult Ensemble
will sing at 3:30pm. The Sunday
Evening Choir will sing at 6:00pm.
The Sunday Morning Choir will sing at 11:15pm.
Instrumentalists will join all choirs.
The Parish Adult and Youth Handbell choirs
will play prelude music 15 minutes before Mass
on Christmas Day at 9am & 11am.
Address
St. Pius X Catholic Church
52553 Fir Road
Granger Indiana, 46530
Bishop Rhoades
Bishop Rhoades to celebrate Christmas Eve Mass at Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
10:30pm-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Tuesday Dec 25
12:00am-12:00am
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December 25 is Christmas, a holy day of obligation for Catholics. On Sundays and other holy days of obligation, the faithful are to refrain from engaging in work or activities that hinder the worship owed to God, the joy proper to the Lord’s Day, the performance of the works of mercy, and the appropriate relaxation of mind and body. You can find Mass times near you at www.diocesefwsb.org/Find-a-Parish
Thursday Dec 27
Diocesan-Sponsored
Cupertino Classic
6:30pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free!
The annual basketball game featuring priests and seminarians is coming back to Fort Wayne on Thursday, Dec. 27, at 6:30 p.m. at Bishop Dwenger High School gym. The seminarians look to defend their win in 2017 while the priests are seeking revenge. Join this night of fraternity and community and support the vocations of the diocese.
Address
Bishop Dwenger High School
1300 E Washington Center Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Sunday Dec 30
Mass / Liturgy
Prayer service closing the 150th anniversary year of Poor Handmaid presence in America
2:00pm-4:00pm
Plymouth
Cost: free
To close out the 150th anniversary year of Poor Handmaid presence in America, a prayer service will be held on Sunday, Dec. 30, at 2 p.m. EST in the Ancilla Domini Chapel at The Center at Donaldson. All are invited. A reception will be held following the service.
Website: http://www.poorhandmaids.org
Address
The Center at Donaldson
9601 Union Road
Plymouth Indiana, 46563
Address
The Center at Donaldson
9601 Union Road
Plymouth Indiana, 46563
Parish / Community
Christmas concert
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: FREE
Most Precious Blood Church, 1515 Barthold St., will have a Christmas concert Sunday, Dec. 30, at 7 p.m. in the church. Music presented by Jim Didier, (Choir Director) and Kathy Schall (Bell Choir Director).
Admission is free.
Address
Most Precious Blood Church
1515 Barthold St
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Monday Dec 31
9:00pm-11:59pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $10/person
A New Year’s Eve trivia night will be Monday, Dec. 31, from 9 p.m. to midnight at the Life Center. Doors open at 8 p.m. Sign up online at saintv.org or call 260-489-3537 ext. 3. Tickets are $10 per person with 10 people per table. Bring your own food and drinks. Prize for best costumes.
All proceeds benefit the seminarians. Call 260-489-3537 ext. 3 for more information.
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
Tuesday Jan 01
12:00am-12:00am
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January 1 is the solemnity of Mary, Mother of God and is a holy day of obligation for Catholics. In addition to the obligation to attend Mass, on Sundays and other holy days of obligation the faithful are to refrain from engaging in work or activities that hinder the worship owed to God, the joy proper to the Lord’s Day, the performance of the works of mercy, and the appropriate relaxation of mind and body. You can find Mass times near you at
http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Find-a-Parish
Thursday Jan 03
Parish / Community
St. Vincent de Paul Christmas concert
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: FREE
St. Vincent de Paul will present a Christmas concert followed by a reception on Thursday, Jan. 3 at 7 p.m. at the church. The concert will feature musicians of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic who will be performing music by Mannheim Steamroller. Please join us for this musical celebration of the Christmas Season!
Website: https://www.saintv.org/
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Saturday Jan 05
Diocesan-Sponsored
Pre-Departure Meeting March For Life
6:00pm-8:30pm
Granger
Cost: Free
Mandatory Pre-departure Meetings for MFL participants.
6:00pm Chaperone Meeting
7:30pm Student/Parent Meeting
Website: https://www.fwsbym.com
Address
St. Pius X Catholic Church, Granger
52553 Fir Road
Granger Indiana, 46530
Address
St. Pius X Catholic Church, Granger
52553 Fir Road
Granger Indiana, 46530
Diocesan-Sponsored
Pre-Departure Meeting March For Life
6:00pm-8:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free
Mandatory Pre-departure Meetings for MFL participants.
6:00pm Chaperone Meeting
7:30pm Student/Parent Meeting
Website: https://www.fwsbym.com
Address
Bishop Luers HS
333 E Paulding Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46816
Address
Bishop Luers HS
333 E Paulding Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46816
Sunday Jan 06
Mass / Liturgy
Christmas concert at St. Pius X, Granger
2:30pm-12:00am
Granger
Cost: None
St. Pius X Music Ministry, under the direction of Jeremy Hoy, Beth Habas, Sherrie Hoy, and Samantha Kneibel will celebrate the Solemnity of the Epiphany with a concert on Sunday, Jan. 6, at 2:30 p.m. in the church, 52553 Fir Rd. Featured choirs include: Children’s Choir, Middle School Choir, Sunday Morning and Evening Adult Choirs, Adult and Youth Handbell Choirs and Instrumentalists. The concert is free.
Address
St. Pius X Catholic Church
52553 Fir Road
Granger Indiana, 46530
Diocesan-Sponsored
Pre-Departure Meeting March For Life
5:30pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free
Mandatory Pre-departure Meetings for MFL participants.
5:30pm Chaperone Meeting
7:00pm Student/Parent Meeting
Website: https://www.fwsbym.com
Address
Bishop Dwenger HS
1300 E. Washington Center Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Address
Bishop Dwenger HS
1300 E. Washington Center Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Monday Jan 07
Diocesan-Sponsored
Support group for divorced Catholics
7:00pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $20
The Diocese is hosting a twelve-week support group for divorced men and women at the Archbishop Noll Center. This group will meet on Monday evenings from 7-9 p.m. beginning January 7 and continues through March 25. The support group will feature Ascension Press’ “Surviving Divorce” DVD series which covers topics such as shock and grief, anger and forgiveness, money issues, helping children cope and annulment and remarriage. 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 and includes a Personal Guide for each participant. The Archbishop Noll Center is located at 915 S. Clinton Street, Fort Wayne 46802 (corner of Washington & Clinton.) Free parking is available in the garage and can be accessed off both streets. To register, contact Allison Sturm at asturm@diocesefwsb.org or 260.399.1452. Pre-registration is preferred but walk-ins are welcomed in the first two weeks.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Divorce-Ministry
Address
Archbishop Noll Catholic Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Address
Archbishop Noll Catholic Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Tuesday Jan 08
Diocesan-Sponsored
Pre-Departure Meeting March For Life
6:00pm-8:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free
Mandatory Pre-departure Meetings for MFL participants.
6:00pm Chaperone Meeting
7:30pm Student/Parent Meeting
Website: https://www.fwsbym.com
Address
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church
4916 Trier Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46815
Address
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church
4916 Trier Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46815
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Please join us as Fr. David Huneck 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
Saturday Jan 12
Diocesan-Sponsored
Pre-Departure Meeting March For Life
6:00pm-8:30pm
South Bend
Cost: Free
Mandatory Pre-departure Meetings for MFL participants.
6:00pm Chaperone Meeting
7:30pm Student/Parent Meeting
Website: http://www.fwsbym.com
Address
St. Joseph HS
453 N. Notre Dame Ave.
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Address
St. Joseph HS
453 N. Notre Dame Ave.
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Sunday Jan 13
Fundraiser
Bingo at St. Joseph - Hessen Cassel
2:00pm-4:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $25
Bingo will be held at the St. Joseph – Hessen Cassel Hall on Sunday, Jan. 13. Doors open at 2 p.m. and games start at 2:30 p.m. Cost is $25 per player and includes 10 bingo games. Payouts between $25-$100. Must be 18 to play. Extra door prize tickets will be given for canned food donations brought for the food bank.
Diocesan-Sponsored
Pre-Departure Meeting March For Life
5:30pm-8:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: Free
Mandatory Pre-departure Meetings for MFL participants.
5:30pm Chaperone Meeting
7:00pm Student/Parent Meeting
Website: https://www.fwsbym.com
Address
Marian HS
1311 S. Logan Street
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Address
Marian HS
1311 S. Logan Street
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Monday Jan 14
Diocesan-Sponsored
Support group for divorced Catholics
7:00pm-9:00pm
Cost: 20
The Diocese is hosting a twelve-week support group for divorced men and women at the Archbishop Noll Center. This group will meet on Monday evenings from 7-9 p.m. beginning January 7 and continue through March 25. The support group will feature Ascension Press’ “Surviving Divorce” DVD series which covers topics such as shock and grief, anger and forgiveness, money issues, helping children cope and annulment and remarriage. 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 and includes a Personal Guide for each participant. The Archbishop Noll Center is located at 915 S. Clinton Street, Fort Wayne 46802 (corner of Washington & Clinton.) Free parking is available in the garage and can be accessed off both streets. To register, contact Allison Sturm at asturm@diocesefwsb.org or 260.399.1452. Pre-registration is preferred but walk-ins are welcomed in the first two weeks.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Divorce-Ministry
Address
Fort Wayne
Address
Fort Wayne
Wednesday Jan 16
Bishop Rhoades
Bishop Rhoades to bless and dedicate new addition of Achatz Hall of Science at the University of Saint Francis
9:30am-10:30am
Fort Wayne
Monday Jan 21
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
Friday Jan 25
Formation / Training
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend in January
7:00pm-12:00am
Auburn
Cost: $75.00
Can’t figure out what to give your spouse this Christmas? Give the gift of love this holiday season. Give the gift of a Weekend. Take your marriage to the next level. Our next Weekend is scheduled for January 25-27, 2019, in Auburn, IN. To see more information about Weekends, go to wwme.org. To apply, go to wwme-ni.org, or call 260-422-0803. Jen & Greg would be happy to answer any questions. Don’t worry, there’s no football that weekend.
Website: http://www.wwme-ni.org
Address
Auburn, IN
306 Touring Drive
Auburn Indiana, 46706
Address
Auburn, IN
306 Touring Drive
Auburn Indiana, 46706
Saturday Jan 26
Parish / Community
Allen County March for Life
11:30am-2:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free
Join thousands of pro-life advocates from Allen Co. for a march through downtown Fort Wayne to show support for life from conception to natural death on Saturday, Jan. 26, at the University of St Francis Performing Arts Center,
431 W Berry St.
Rally with keynote David Bereit, founder of 40 Days for Life, will be a noon, doors open 11:30 a.m. March to the Federal Building at 1p.m.
For more information visit: www.ichooselife.org/march/