Upcoming Events
Saturday Sep 02
Formation / Training
Saturdays with the Saints: The Child Saints of Fatima
10:30am-11:30am
Cost: Free and open to the Public
Sister Ann Astell, Professor of Theology at Notre Dame, will deliver a talk on "Sts. Francisco and Jacinta Marto: The Child Saints of Fatima on the Occasion of their Canonization" for the Saturdays with the Saints lecture series held prior to the Notre Dame-Temple football game. Sponsored by the McGrath Institute for Church Life.
Address
Univ. of Notre Dame, Geddes Hall, Lower Level
Indiana,
Contact
(574) 631-2242
Sunday Sep 03
Fundraiser
St. Paul's Chapel Annual Pork Rib BBQ
10:00am-12:00am
Clear Lake
Cost:
St. Paul's Chapel on Clear Lake will have their annual Pork Rib BBQ on Sunday, Sept. 3, from 10 a.m. until sold out. Carry out only.
Address
St. Paul Chapel
Clear Lake Indiana,
Contact
(260) 665-2259
Wednesday Sep 06
Retreat / Pilgrimage
Day of Reflection
9:30am-2:30pm
Mishawaka
Cost: $20.00 includes lunch
The topic of the day is "Awareness." Bring your bible. Please register by Friday, Sept. 1.
Address
St. Francis Convent
1515 W. Dragoon
Mishawaka Indiana, 46546
Contact
(574) 259-5427
Thursday Sep 07
Bishop Rhoades
Mass at Bishop Dwenger High School
10:30am-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost:
This event is part of the Catholic Schools Office Mission Day. Matthew Kelly will be the keynote speaker at 9 a.m.
Address
Bishop Dwenger High School
1300 E. Washington Ctr. Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Contact
Friday Sep 08
Bishop Rhoades
Mass at Saint Joseph High School
10:30am-12:00am
South Bend
Cost:
This event is part of the Catholic Schools Office Mission Day. Matthew Kelly will be the keynote speaker at 9 a.m.
Address
Saint Joseph High School
453 N. North Notre Dame Ave.
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Contact
Formation / Training
Father Solanus Casey Vocation Society to meet
11:30am-1:30pm
Ft. Wayne
Cost: no cost
The Father Solanus Casey Vocation Society meeting will start with Mass at 11:30 a.m. in the chapel at St. Joseph Hospital followed by lunch and then guest speaker, Father Andrew Budzinski, Director of Vocations for the diocese. He will share updates on vocational activities, on the seminarians, and how we can be of assistance to him and the seminarians. There are currently 35 men in the seminary with 10 new men beginning discernment.
Address
St. Joseph Hospital
700 Broadway Street
Ft. Wayne Indiana, 46802
Contact
Fundraiser
St. Adalbert Festival (Fiesta San Adalberto)
5:00pm-8:00pm
South Bend
Cost: $15 Adults and $10 Children. Beer available for purchase.
Help the children of St. Adalbert Catholic School raise funds to upgrade the school's technology. Mass at 5 p.m. with Father Joe Corpora, CSC, will be followed by music, dancing, a silent auction, school tours and delicious regional food. Beer will be available for purchase.
Address
St. Adalbert Catholic School and Church
519 S. Olive Street
South Bend Indiana, 46619
Contact
Saturday Sep 09
Bishop Rhoades
ZEAL with keynote speaker Matthew Kelly
8:00am-5:00pm
Warsaw
Cost:
Matthew Kelly will be keynote speaker at ZEAL on Saturday, Sept. 9 at Lakeview Middle School, Warsaw. ZEAL is for DREs, Youth Ministers, Parents, RCIA Teams, Religious Education Catechists, Catholic School Teachers, Working Professionals, Social Ministers, Priests, Religious, Young Adults, and anyone interested in learning and living their faith more fully. For information contact Janice Martin jmartin@diocesefwsb.org.
Address
Lakeview Middle School
848 E Smith St
Warsaw Indiana, 46580
Contact
(260) 399-1411
Parish / Community
Cars and cooks
9:00am-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $0
"Cars & Cooks" will be Saturday, Sept. 9, at Queen of Angels Parish, 1500 W. State Blvd. Car Show from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; revving contest at noon; kids wheels contest. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. A BBQ cook-off and bake-off will be from 5-8 p.m. Love to grill chicken, pork, ribs? Love to bake pies, cakes? Have a fabulous side dish? Join in the fun. NO Entry Fees and meat will be provided. All food entered in competition will be sold, so come out for a great dinner! Visit www.fwbbq.com for all details, registration forms and prize information or contact Denny Jamison at 260-418-1139.
Address
Queen of Angels
1500 W. State Blvd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Contact
(260) 482-9411
Formation / Training
Saturdays with the Saints: St. Philip Neri - God’s Humorist
10:30am-11:30am
Cost: Free and open to the Public
Dr. Leonard DeLorenzo, Director of Notre Dame Vision, will deliver a talk on "St. Philip Neri: God's Humorist" for the Saturdays with the Saints lecture series held prior to the Notre Dame-Georgia football game. Sponsored by the McGrath Institute for Church Life.
Address
Univ. of Notre Dame, Geddes Hall, Lower Level
Indiana,
Contact
(574) 631-2242
Fundraiser
St. Patrick summer festival
12:00pm-4:00pm
South Bend
Cost: $10 Meal, $5 Sample Plate, $4 Hot Dog, $1 Ice Cream
Family fun with kid's games, variety of ethnic food consisting of pulled pork, Polish, Vietnamese, Mexican, American hot dog, pizza, and ice cream. Featuring music, by the Mike Vaszari Combo Band and on display will be an old Fire Truck.
Address
St. Patrick Parish Hall
308 S Scott Street
South Bend Indiana, 46601
Contact
(574) 339-2375
Parish / Community
Matthew Kelley is coming
7:00pm-10:45pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $39.00
Matthew Kelly’s presentation, “Living Every Day with Passion and Purpose,” with special musical guest Eliot Morris, will be Saturday, Sept. 9, from 7-10:45 p.m. in the church, 1502 E. Wallen Rd. Tickets are $39 and include all retreat materials. Tickets may be purchased at the parish office, online at www.DynamicCatholic.com/Fort Wayne or by calling 859-980-7900.
Address
In the church
1502 E. Wallen Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Contact
Sunday Sep 10
Fundraiser
Ege Chicken Dinner
12:00pm-5:00pm
LaOtto
Cost:
Annual chicken and ham dinner with real mashed potatoes and homemade noodles, cole slaw, salads, and pie. Bingo and games for children and adults. Country store and more.
Address
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church (Ege)
7046 E. 400 S.
LaOtto Indiana, 46763
Contact
(260) 693-9578
Monday Sep 11
Parish / Community
Pilgrim Statue of the Immaculate Heart of Our Lady of Fatima visit
9:00am-12:00am
Ft. Wayne
Cost:
The pilgrim statue of the Immaculate Heart of Our Lady of Fatima, blessed by Pope Francis, will be at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, on Monday, Sept. 11, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The day will begin with a 9 a.m. Mass, followed by Eucharistic Adoration. The rosary will be prayed hourly, with the Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3 p.m. The day will conclude with Mass at 6:30 p.m. Join the day of prayer for world peace and to commemorate the anniversary of 9/11.
Address
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church
10700 Aboite Center Rd
Ft Wayne Indiana, 46814
Contact
(260) 432-0268
Formation / Training
Support program for separated/divorced Catholics
7:00pm-9:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: $20
The diocese is hosting a twelve-week Surviving Divorce program at the St. John Paul II Center in Mishawaka on Monday evenings from 7-9 p.m. beginning Sept. 11 and continuing through November. Surviving Divorce features twelve video presentations that cover topics such as shock and grief, anger and forgiveness, money issues, dealing with children and a former spouse, and annulment and remarriage. This program is for the newly separated and divorced and for those still struggling with issues many years later. 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. To register, contact the diocesan Office of Family Life at haustgen@diocesefwsb.org or by calling 574-234-0687.
Address
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Contact
(574) 234-0687
Tuesday Sep 12
Youth / School
Fraternus — brotherhood of boys and mentors to meet
6:30pm-8:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: None
Fraternus is a brotherhood of Catholic boys and male mentors seeking to grow in faith and virtue. A chapter of this national Catholic group is forming at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish. Weekly meetings begin Tuesday Sept. 12, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Meetings include food, competitive games and a personal challenge to pray and apply virtue in your life during the coming week. Non-parishioners are welcome.
Address
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School
10700 Aboite Center Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46804
Contact
(260) 672-0018
Wednesday Sep 13
Parish / Community
Mass for Our Lady of Fatima and slide show
6:30pm-8:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost:
A celebration of the Centennial of Our Lady of Fatima will continue with Rosary at 6:40 p.m., Mass at 7 p.m. followed by a short video about Fatima and a slide show of Father John Eze's trip to Fatima.
Address
Queen of Peace Parish
4508 Vistula Road
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Contact
(574) 255-9674
Formation / Training
Catholic divorced/separated support group to meet
7:00pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost:
FORT WAYNE — St. Charles Borromeo announces the return of the DVD series to men and women who have suffered from divorce, “The Catholic’s Divorce Survival Guide.” The first session will be Wednesday, Sept. 13, in the community room from 7-9 p.m. for the topic “Getting Your Bearings.” Call the parish office for information at 260-482-2186.
Address
Contact
Parish office
260-482-2186
Friday Sep 15
Diocesan-Sponsored
Relic of St. John Paul II visits diocese
1:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost:
The pilgrim relic of the blood of St. John Paul II will be available for veneration throughout the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. This pilgrim relic has been entrusted to Mother Adela Galindo, foundress of the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary to bring on pilgrimage to the American continent. This blood was drawn during St. John Paul II's hospitalization shortly before his death. It is encased in a unique reliquary shaped like the book of the Gospel with its pages open. All are welcome to make this pilgrimage. These sites are being hosted through the Office of Hispanic Ministry in the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
Address
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
1122 S. Clinton St
Fort Wayne Indiana, 48654
Contact
(574) 315-2787
Parish / Community
CCHS Class of 1967 plans 50th Reunion
7:00pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $50.00
The Central Catholic High School class of 1967 will have a pre-reunion gathering Sept. 15, at the Harrison from 7-9 p.m. The reunion will be Sept. 16, at the Grand Wayne Center at 6 p.m. Cost is $50. For information contact Carol (Davenport) Lepper 260-639-6236; Kathy (Murphy) Brockway 260-489-8486; or Nancy (Romary) Dunfee 260-627-0288.
Address
The Harrison
Fort Wayne Indiana,
Contact
Saturday Sep 16
Diocesan-Sponsored
Relic of St. John Paul II visits diocese
9:30am-1:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost:
The pilgrim relic of the blood of St. John Paul II will be available for veneration throughout the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. This pilgrim relic has been entrusted to Mother Adela Galindo, foundress of the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary to bring on pilgrimage to the American continent. This blood was drawn during St. John Paul II's hospitalization shortly before his death. It is encased in a unique reliquary shaped like the book of the Gospel with its pages open. All are welcome to make this pilgrimage. These sites are being hosted through the Office of Hispanic Ministry in the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
Address
St. Joseph
2213 Brooklyn Ave
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Contact
(574) 315-2787
Sunday Sep 17
Diocesan-Sponsored
Relic of St. John Paul II visits diocese
11:00am-1:30pm
South Bend
Cost:
The pilgrim relic of the blood of St. John Paul II will be available for veneration throughout the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. This pilgrim relic has been entrusted to Mother Adela Galindo, foundress of the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary to bring on pilgrimage to the American continent. This blood was drawn during St. John Paul II's hospitalization shortly before his death. It is encased in a unique reliquary shaped like the book of the Gospel with its pages open. All are welcome to make this pilgrimage. These sites are being hosted through the Office of Hispanic Ministry in the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
Address
St. Matthew Cathedral
1701 Miami St
South Bend Indiana, 46613
Contact
(574) 315-2787
Diocesan-Sponsored
Relic of St. John Paul II visits diocese
3:00pm-6:00pm
Elkhart
Cost:
The pilgrim relic of the blood of St. John Paul II will be available for veneration throughout the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. This pilgrim relic has been entrusted to Mother Adela Galindo, foundress of the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary to bring on pilgrimage to the American continent. This blood was drawn during St. John Paul II's hospitalization shortly before his death. It is encased in a unique reliquary shaped like the book of the Gospel with its pages open. All are welcome to make this pilgrimage. These sites are being hosted through the Office of Hispanic Ministry in the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
Address
St. Thomas the Apostle
1405 N Main St
Elkhart Indiana, 46514
Contact
(574) 315-2787
Monday Sep 18
Diocesan-Sponsored
Relic of St. John Paul II visits diocese
10:30am-1:30pm
Mishawaka
Cost:
The pilgrim relic of the blood of St. John Paul II will be available for veneration throughout the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. This pilgrim relic has been entrusted to Mother Adela Galindo, foundress of the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary to bring on pilgrimage to the American continent. This blood was drawn during St. John Paul II's hospitalization shortly before his death. It is encased in a unique reliquary shaped like the book of the Gospel with its pages open. All are welcome to make this pilgrimage. These sites are being hosted through the Office of Hispanic Ministry in the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
Address
St. John Paul II Center
1328 W Dragoon Trl
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Contact
(574) 315-2787
Fundraiser
Links Fore Life
11:00am-7:00pm
Cost: $200
Register for the 6th Annual Links Fore Life Golf Outing on Monday, Sept. 18, at Autumn Ridge Golf Course. This Florida scramble starts with registration at 11 a.m., a shotgun start at noon, and dinner at 6 p.m.. Individual registration is $200 and teams are $800. Registration includes 18 holes of golf, golf car, 19th hole sponsored by Chops Steak and Seafood, beer cart, goodie bag, dinner and prizes. Various sponsorship opportunities are also available. Registration and more information can be found at www.ichooselife.org.
Address
Autumn Ridge golf course
Indiana,
Contact
(560) 471-1849
Diocesan-Sponsored
Relic of St. John Paul II visits diocese
2:00pm-7:00pm
South Bend
Cost:
The pilgrim relic of the blood of St. John Paul II will be available for veneration throughout the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. This pilgrim relic has been entrusted to Mother Adela Galindo, foundress of the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary to bring on pilgrimage to the American continent. This blood was drawn during St. John Paul II's hospitalization shortly before his death. It is encased in a unique reliquary shaped like the book of the Gospel with its pages open. All are welcome to make this pilgrimage. These sites are being hosted through the Office of Hispanic Ministry in the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
Address
Holy Family
56405 Mayflower Rd
South Bend Indiana, 46619
Contact
Tuesday Sep 19
Diocesan-Sponsored
Relic of St. John Paul II Visits Diocese
9:30am-12:30pm
Mishawaka
Cost:
The pilgrim relic of the blood of St. John Paul II will be available for veneration throughout the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. This pilgrim relic has been entrusted to Mother Adela Galindo, foundress of the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary to bring on pilgrimage to the American continent. This blood was drawn during St. John Paul II's hospitalization shortly before his death. It is encased in a unique reliquary shaped like the book of the Gospel with its pages open. All are welcome to make this pilgrimage. These sites are being hosted through the Office of Hispanic Ministry in the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
Address
Marian High School
1311 S Logan St
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Contact
(574) 315-2787
Diocesan-Sponsored
Relic of St. John Paul II Visits Diocese
12:00pm-8:00pm
South Bend
Cost:
The pilgrim relic of the blood of St. John Paul II will be available for veneration throughout the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. This pilgrim relic has been entrusted to Mother Adela Galindo, foundress of the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary to bring on pilgrimage to the American continent. This blood was drawn during St. John Paul II's hospitalization shortly before his death. It is encased in a unique reliquary shaped like the book of the Gospel with its pages open. All are welcome to make this pilgrimage. These sites are being hosted through the Office of Hispanic Ministry in the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. The first stop of the first class Relic of St John Paul II will be at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Fort Wayne. The Sisters of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary will be present with the relic at the noon Mass at the chapel and after the Mass will walk with the relic to the main Cathedral Church for veneration until 8 p.m.
Address
St. Adalbert
2505 W Grace St
South Bend Indiana, 46619
Contact
(574) 315-2787
Youth / School
Chiara Club after school group to meet
3:30pm-4:45pm
Mishawaka
Cost: free
Chiara Club is an after school activity open to girls in grades 5-8. Meetings are held every other Tuesday to discover saints, cultivate virtue and have fun being girls. The patron saints of the club, St. Clare, St. Teresa of Calcutta, and Bl. Chiara Badano are all beautiful witnesses of allowing the light of Christ to shine through them. For more information email chiaraclubmishawaka@gmail.com
Address
St. Francis Convent Auditorium
1515 W Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46546
Contact
Wednesday Sep 20
Formation / Training
"What is Sacred Music?"
6:00pm-7:00pm
Elkhart
Cost: free
Following the 5:30 p.m. Mass in English, parish organist Brad Todorovich will speak about the Catholic Church's objective criteria that makes music appropriate for the liturgy. This educational event is part of St. Vincent's new "Sacred Music Series."
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, Elkhart
1108 S Main St
Elkhart Indiana, 46516
Contact
(574) 293-8231
Thursday Sep 21
Parish / Community
International Day of Peace gathering
12:15pm-12:45pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: 0
The International Day of Peace offers an invitation to stand together for nonpolitical support of peace in our hearts, our homes, our community, nation and the world Thursday, Sept. 21, from 12:15-12:45 p.m. on the Allen County Courthouse Green. At 12:15 p.m. Mayor Henry will read a proclamation, Jim Didier will lead singing, "Peace Before Us" for opening and "Peace is Flowing Like a River" at closing. Four speakers will offer a non political message of peace. At 12:45 p.m. church bells throughout the city will ring. In 1981, the United Nations General Assembly unanimously adopted a resolution declaring September 21st of each year as International Day of Peace with the intention of having the entire world observe it.
Address
Allen County Courthouse Green
S. Clinton St
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Contact
(260) 436-2079
Retreat / Pilgrimage
Men's Cursillo #90
7:00pm-3:30pm
Huntington
Cost: $25.00 Application Fee $100.00 Day of Event
Cursillo is a three day weekend provides tools to help put Jesus Christ first. Cursillo offers companionship with brothers and sisters on the journey.
Address
St. Felix Catholic Center, Huntington , IN
1280 Hitzfield Street
Huntington Indiana, 46750
Contact
(317) 753-6097
Friday Sep 22
Fundraiser
Boy Scouts offer Haunted Castle/Black Forest
12:00am-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost: 7-16
The Haunted Castle and Black Forest opens weekends starting Sept. 22 to Oct. 31. Check HauntedCastle.com for days and times. Special group and family rate forms available on the website. Bring a canned good for $1 off regular price of admission. Sponsored by the St. Vincent Boy Scouts at 8965 Auburn Rd. in Fort Wayne.
Address
8965 Auburn Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46825
8965 Auburn Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Contact
(260) 489-1763
Saturday Sep 23
Parish / Community
St. Joseph Hessen Cassel fall festival
12:00am-12:00am
Ft. Wayne
Cost:
St. Joseph Parish will have a fall festival Saturday, Sept. 23, featuring a mush ball tournament, 5K run/walk, volleyball tournament, kids carnival, silent/live auction, chicken and pork chop dinner are $8 from 4-7 p.m. by High's Rotary Grill and live music by Good Night Gracie. For information call Andy Litchfield at 260-450-6730.
Address
St. Joseph Hessen Cassel Parish
11337 US 27 S
Ft. Wayne Indiana, 46816
Contact
(260) 450-6730
Fundraiser
Bernie Westhues Memorial Golf Outing
7:30am-3:00pm
North Liberty
Cost:
This golf outing supports the Knights of Columbus 5709 Bernard Westhues Endowment Fund which aids qualified students of St. Patrick Parish, Walkerton. Reserve a spot by Sept. 10 by contacting Tom Walter at debbieandtom73@gmail.com. Golf outing takes place on Saturday, Sept 23, at Whispering Pines Golf Course, North Liberty. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m., shot gun start at 8:30 a.m. Continental breakfast and lunch provided along with prizes and 50/50 raffle. Hole sponsorships are also available.
Address
Whispering Pines Golf Course
North Liberty Indiana,
Contact
(574) 339-1131
Parish / Community
St. Joseph Fall Festival
8:00am-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost:
Softball tournament, 5K run/walk, volleyball tournament, kids carnival, silent/live auction, chicken/pork chop dinner, live music by Good Night Gracie, food and beer tent. Full day of activities. Any questions concerning activities or registration, call Andy Litchfield at 260-450-6730.
Address
St. Joseph Hessen Cassel Church
11337 US Hwy 27 South
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46816
Contact
(260) 450-6730
Fundraiser
St. Vincent de Paul 5K run/walk for Haiti
9:00am-12:00am
Elkhart
Cost: $25
St. Vincent de Paul Parish will host a 5K run/walk for Haiti. Entry fee of $25 includes race shirt while supplies last, music, food and beverages post race. Chip timing provided by T&H Timing. Register at https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/Elkhart/StVincent5KRunWalkforHaiti. All proceeds go directly to help our sister parish of St. Peter in Bainet, Haiti.
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Church, Elkhart IN
1108 S Main St.
Elkhart Indiana, 46516
Contact
(574) 293-8231
Formation / Training
Beatification of Father Stanley Rother
10:00am-2:00pm
Notre Dame
Cost: Free and open to the public
Rev. Robert Pelton, CSC, will give a presentation on Father Stanley Rother followed by a live streaming of the Beatification Mass for Venerable Servant of God Stanley Francis Rother at 11 a.m. (EST). Father Stanley Rother, an Oklahoma-born martyr who served as a priest in Guatemala for thirteen years, will be beatified in Oklahoma City on Sept. 23. He will become the first recognized martyr to have been born in the United States. Sponsored by Latin American North American Church Concerns and the McGrath Institute for Church Life.
Address
University of Notre Dame
Andrews Auditorium
342 Geddes Hall
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Contact
Mass / Liturgy
Streaming of the Beatification of Father Stanley Rother
10:00am-12:00am
Notre Dame
Cost: Free and open to the Public
NOTRE DAME — The Beatification of Father Stanley Rother, the first martyr born in the United States, will air live in the Andrews Auditorium on the lower level of Geddes Hall on Saturday, Sept. 23 at 10 a.m. Father Bob Pelton, CSC, will deliver opening remarks to introduce the beatification and Father Stanley's cause.
Address
Univ. of Notre Dame, Geddes Hall, Lower Level
Geddes Hall
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Contact
Parish / Community
St. John the Baptist plans parish festival
11:00am-11:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost:
All are welcome to the St. John the Baptist Parish Festival. Family time is from 11a.m. to 4 p.m. and includes large inflatables, games for children, a silent auction, raffle and a talent show. The picnic is from 4:30-6:30 p.m. and features Shigs In Pit BBQ catering. Live music featuring local band, Soul 35, performs from 8-11 p.m. Food and beer tents also available. If interested in performing in the talent show contact Anne Therese Stephens at atsihm@yahoo.com to register.
Address
St. John the Baptist Church
4500 Fairfield Ave
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46807
Contact
Parish / Community
Chicken Dinner
4:00pm-7:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $8.00 per Dinner
St. Joseph Hessen Cassel Parish will have a chicken or pork chop dinner for $8 per dinner. Carry-out available.
Address
St. Joseph Hessen Cassel Church
11337 US Hwy 27 South
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46816
Contact
(260) 639-3352
5:00pm-8:00pm
Huntington
Cost: Price is $8 for adults, $5 for children 10 and under, 2 and under are free.
Catholics in Action will have a chili dinner and auction open to the public for the combined Huntington County Youth Groups future retreats, faith-based resources, and costs. Live auction will be at 7 p.m. Items to be auctioned can be viewed at nessbros.com. Chili with toppings along with hot dogs, peanut butter sandwiches and homemade cinnamon rolls will be offered. The K of C Bar will also be open for purchase. Musical Guest will be Hannah Schaefer, a friend of the youth group and Inspirational pop singer/songwriter from Columbia City.
Address
Knights of Columbus - Council 1014
2817 Theater Avenue
Huntington Indiana, 46750
Contact
Parish / Community
CCHS Class of '72 reunion
6:00pm-11:59pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $30.00
The Central Catholic High School class of ‘72 will have a reunion Saturday, Sept. 23, from 6 p.m. to midnight at Deer Park Irish Pub, 1530 Leesburg Rd. Live Music by Bobby Swag Band. Tickets are $20 and include meal and drinks. Mass at 5 p.m. celebrated at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Chapel. Sunday brunch at 10 a.m. for $10 at the door at the Venice, 2242 Goshen Rd. RSVP by Aug. 3 to Maryanne Horn at mhorn@seascsfw.org.
Address
Deer Park Irish Pub
1530 Leesburg Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Contact
Maryanne Horn
Sunday Sep 24
Fundraiser
Knights Hold Sunday Breakfast
9:00am-12:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost:
St. Gaspar del Bufalo Council No. 11043 will be serving breakfast on Sunday, Sept. 24, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Most Precious Blood gymnasium, 1515 Barthold St. Cost is $8 for adults, $4 for children 6-12, and $20 per family. Proceeds will benefit Most Precious Blood and Queen of Angels schools. For information, visit www.kofc11043.org.
Address
Most Precious Blood Gymnasium
1515 Barthold Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Contact
Bishop Rhoades
Mass
11:00am-12:00am
Huntington
Cost:
Mass to be held at St. Felix Catholic Center.
Address
St. Felix Catholic Center
1280 Hitzfield St.
Huntington Indiana, 46750
Contact
Parish / Community
VincentFest
12:00pm-4:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost:
VincentFest 2017, will offer great food, fellowship, games, music and more at St. Vincent de Paul Church, 1502 E Wallen Rd., on Sunday, Sept. 24, from noon to 4 p.m. Activities and games for young and ...not-so-young. A roasted pig dinner (from local farmers) by Andy Dailey is $10 per person, kids 8 and under eat free, Bier Garten (Beer Garden—wine and beer—cash sale only) for adults, and other festival food favorites will be offered. The Purduettes perform at 2 p.m. and BINGO, corn hole tourney, carnival games, book swap and car cruise-in are also featured. Call 260-489-3537 ext. 3 for questions.
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Church
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Contact
(260) 489-3537
Formation / Training
St. John's Bible Concert
2:00pm-3:30pm
Cost: 4.50
This multi-disciplinary performance will provide audiences with a sustained meditation on the Incarnation of the Word of God through a combination of live music, dance, Scripture, and the illuminations of The St. John’s Bible. Sponsored by the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame. Tickets available through the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center.
Address
Univ. of Notre Dame, DeBartolo Performing Arts Ctr
Indiana,
Contact
Parish / Community
The Purduettes to perform at Vincent Fest
2:00pm-3:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $0
The Purduettes, Purdue University’s renowned female vocal ensemble, will perform at VincentFest Sunday, September 24 at 2 p.m. in the St. Vincent School gym at 1502 E. Wallen Rd. Known for their precise professional look and style, the Purduettes bring a broad repertoire of music ranging from religious, pop, classical and contemporary to swing, patriotic, gospel, jazz and Broadway. The 60-member organization will perform in full ensemble, small specialty groups and solo presentations. There is no admission fee.
Address
St. Vincent School gym
1502 E. Wallen Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Contact
(260) 493-3318
7:00pm-8:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $10/person (all ages welcome)
Daniel Oberreuter, lead singer of the Catholic rock band The Thirsting, will offer a parish mission concert at St. Patrick Church on Sunday, Sept. 24, at 7 p.m. Daniel will share his personal testimony and a powerful message of the rosary, the eucharist and the Catholic church through his music. Visit his website www.comeholdmyson.com. Tickets are being sold to all parishes. Tickets are $10 per person. Contact Kam Schaefer at 260-625-3930 or Nancy Beyhan at 260-625-5199 for tickets or more information.
Address
St. Patrick Catholic Church of Arcola
12305 Arcola Rd.
fort wayne Indiana, 46818
Contact
(260) 625-5199
Wednesday Sep 27
Parish / Community
40 Days for Life
8:00am-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free
From Sept. 27 to Nov. 5, from 8 a.m to 8 p.m. daily, the community will take part in 40 Days for Life — a groundbreaking, coordinated, international vigil. Register as an individual or have your church sponsor a day to pray at www.ichooselife.org.
Address
Public right-of-way outside Planned Parenthood
3914 West Jefferson Boulevard
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46804
Contact
(260) 471-1849
Friday Sep 29
Retreat / Pilgrimage
Pilgrimage announced
12:00am-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost:
FORT WAYNE — The ABBA House will have a pilgrimage to the Cathedral of Mary of the Assumption in Saginaw, Mich. on Friday, Sept. 29, to view the relics of St. Pio that will be touring in the United States with the Padre Pio Foundation. Mass, viewing of the relics and a self-guided tour of the Cathedral is included. The cost is $85 per person and includes transportation by charter bus and one meal. Reservation deadline of Aug. 26. Visit www.abbahut.com or call 260-482-8299 for information.
Address
Contact
Dennis Hutchings
260-482-8299
Youth / School
Marian High School alumni tailgate/homecoming
5:30pm-7:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: $5.00 for adults and teens, children in 8th grade and under are free
Join other alumni on Friday, Sept. 29, for an evening of fun, food, football and fellowship. Festivities kick off at 5:30 p.m. on the patio inside the stadium gates. Admission to the game through the north ticket booth is also required. The cost is $5 for adults and teens; children in eighth grade and under are free. All ICCL sport teams from our feeder schools are welcome. Come cheer the Knights to victory as they take on the New Prairie Cougars at 7 p.m. RSVP by Sept. 27 to rsvp@marianhs.org or call the development office at 574-258-7676.
Address
Marian High School Cafeteria
1311 South Logan St
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Contact
(574) 258-7676
Saturday Sep 30
Formation / Training
Saturdays with the Saints: St. Rose of Lima - Mother of the Poor
10:30am-11:30am
Cost: Free and open to the Public
Jessica Keating, Director of Human Dignity and Life Initiatives in the McGrath Institute for Church Life, will deliver a talk on "St. Rose of Lima: Mother of the Poor" for the Saturdays with the Saints lecture series held prior to the Notre Dame-Miami (OH) football game. Sponsored by the McGrath Institute for Church Life.
Address
Univ. of Notre Dame, Geddes Hall, Lower Level
Indiana,
Contact
(574) 631-2242
Youth / School
Bishop Luers Class of 1967 50th reunion
5:00pm-11:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $50.00 per person
Bishop Luers High School will offer a class of 1967 reunion Saturday, Sept. 30, with Mass at 5 p.m. in the new chapel, 6 p.m. tour of the school, social hour and heavy hors d'oeuvres that also includes wine, beer and a cash bar in the new media center. Tickets are $50 per person. For additional information please contact Ann Heiny at 260-341-7719. If interested in golfing on Saturday at Coyote Creek, email geraldhoff@hotmail.com
Address
Bishop Luers High School
333 E. Paulding Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46816
Contact
Ann Heiny
(260) 341-7719
Fundraiser
St. Louis Besancon plans fall fest
7:00pm-11:00pm
Monroeville
Cost: $30/ticket; $55 per couple
Live entertainment by Hubie Ashcraft Band; beer and Margarita sales; Mexican Fare.
Address
St. Louis Besancon Hall
15535 East Lincoln Hwy
Monroeville Indiana, 46773
Contact
260-749-5815
Sunday Oct 01
Mass / Liturgy
Rosary for Life
1:15pm-1:45pm
Cost:
Join the McGrath Institute for Church Life on Respect Life Sunday for a communal moment of prayer. This Rosary will be offered for the intention that all people may encounter the vulnerable in their midst with greater respect and love.
Address
Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, Campus of Notre Dame
Indiana,
Contact
(574) 631-2242
Parish / Community
National Life Chain
2:00pm-3:30pm
Decatur
Cost: $0.00
Life Chain is a peaceful, prayerful public witness of pro-life Americans standing in honor of 58 million lives lost to abortion, praying for our nation, for people in crisis situations and for an end to abortion. It is a visual statement of solidarity by the Christian community that abortion kills children and that the Church supports the sanctity of each human life from the moment of conception to natural death. Stand with thousands of faithful throughout the USA! Signs will be provided for you to hold. Be a light in a darkened world as you help show that our community stands for LIFE! Bring your whole family! Organize a group from your church! Invite your friends and neighbors! Life Chain goes on, rain or shine. Water, lawn chairs, umbrellas and strollers are welcome. Refreshments provided following the Life Chain event in the St. Mary's Parish Hall on 5th Street.
Address
St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church
5th and Monroe Street
Decatur Indiana, 46733
Contact
(260) 223-2128
Parish / Community
Memorial for the Unborn
2:00pm-4:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free
A Memorial for the Unborn will be at Catholic Cemetery, 3500 Lake Ave., from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 1, to remember the 289 babies in Allen County that were the victims of abortion in 2016. This is the only funeral these babies will have.
Address
Catholic Cemetery
3500 Lake Ave
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46805
Contact
260-471-1849
Monday Oct 02
Mass / Liturgy
Red Mass (South Bend)
5:15pm-12:00am
Notre Dame
Cost:
Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades will celebrate the diocese’s annual Red Masses at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart at 5:15 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 2; and at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Fort Wayne, at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 3. The tradition of the Red Mass dates back hundreds of years, to Europe, and is a way to offer prayers for those working in legal professions, in particular for God to grant them the grace to serve society with integrity. All are welcome!
Address
Basilica of the Sacred Heart
1 Holy Cross Drive
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Contact
Tuesday Oct 03
Mass / Liturgy
Red Mass (Fort Wayne)
5:30am-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost:
Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades will celebrate the diocese’s annual Red Masses at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart at 5:15 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 2; and at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Fort Wayne, at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 3. The tradition of the Red Mass dates back hundreds of years, to Europe, and is a way to offer prayers for those working in legal professions, in particular for God to grant them the grace to serve society with integrity. All are welcome!
Address
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
1122 S Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Contact
Diocesan-Sponsored
Little Flower Holy Hour
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost:
The Little Flower Holy Hour is held on the first Tuesday of every month from September through June. A Different priest or deacon will offer a homily on the gift of the priesthood. Father Jake Runyon will offer the Holy Hour on Oct. 3.
Address
Mother Theodore Guerin Chapel
1122 S. Clinton St
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Contact
(260) 422-4611
Thursday Oct 05
Retreat / Pilgrimage
Why Our Blessed Mother Retreat
5:00pm-7:00am
Huntington
Cost: $195 overnight; $60 commuters plus $15 worth of food, paper goods or $15 cash for same
This retreat on the Blessed Mother, sponsored by the Confraternity of Penitents, includes daily Mass, conferences, six hour hermitage experience and also the World Apostolate of Fatima breakfast and conference on Saturday, Oct. 7. Retreat Master Father Augustine Mugarura, pastoral associate at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Fort Wayne. Overnight and commuter options. Visit https://www.franciscanthirdorderpenitents.com/retreats or call 260-739-6882 for details.
Address
St. Felix Catholic Retreat Center
1280 Hitzfield Street
Huntington Indiana, 46750
Contact
(260) 739-6882
Diocesan-Sponsored
Education for Ministry: Prayer
6:00pm-8:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost:
This prayer of the Education for Ministry Basic Certification Program will introduce the Church's teaching on prayer and provide tools for growth in personal prayer. The nature of prayers as spiritual work that opens the mind and heart to faith will be addressed along with different forms of prayer used by the Church. A portion of this course will be spent on the depths of the Lord's Prayer. Class will be held on Thursday evenings October 5, 12, 19, and 26 from 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. In the Fort Wayne area the Archbishop Noll Catholic Center will host the class. In the South Bend area the St. John Paul II Center, Mishawaka will host the class. To register please visit www.diocesefwsb.org/Education-for-Ministry-Program by Thursday, September 28 or when the first 40 participants have registered. For more information, contact Janice Martin: jmartin@diocesefwsb.org | 260-399-1411
Address
Contact
Janice Martin
260-399-1411
Friday Oct 06
Fundraiser
Knights of Columbus Fish Fry
5:00pm-7:00pm
South Bend
Cost: See description
The Knights of Columbus Council 5521 will have a fish fry at the South Bend Francis Club, 61533 Ironwood Rd., on Friday, Oct. 6, from 5-7 p.m. Adults $9, children 5-12 $4 and children under 5 free. Shrimp is available for $9.50, chicken strips for $9.50 and cheese pizza for $1 per slice.
Address
South Bend Francis Club
61533 S. Ironwood Rd
South Bend Indiana, 46614
Contact
574-291-2740
Parish / Community
Central Catholic High School reunion
6:00pm-11:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost: $10
Central Catholic High School will have a class of 1957 reunion Friday, Oct. 6, at 6 p.m. at Coyote Creek, 4935 Hilligas Rd. Tickets are $10 at the door and include appetizers. Most Precious Blood class of 1953 will meet in the gathering space at 5:30 p.m.
Address
Coyote Creek
4935 Hilligas Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Contact
(260) 672-2095
Saturday Oct 07
7:30am-12:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Adults $15; Children ages 5-12 $5; under 5 free
World Apostolate of Fatima first Saturday Mass and breakfast celebration will be Saturday, Oct. 7, at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Confessions begin at 7:30 a.m., followed by a rosary, First Saturday Meditations and Mass at 9 a.m. Mass Celebrant is Father Glenn Kohrman, Pastor at Holy Family and St. John the Baptist, South Bend. Guest speaker is Father Dan Scheidt, Pastor at St. Vincent de Paul, Fort Wayne. After Mass a Marian procession to breakfast at the Grand Wayne Center with guest speaker Father Dan Scheidt. Breakfast Reservations are adults $15, children $5 and children under 5 free. For information visit www.FatimaFWSB.org or call 260-437-1202.
Address
Cathedral of the Immacualte Conception/Grand Wayne
1122 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46854
Contact
260-437-1202
Mass / Liturgy
Rosary Rally
2:00pm-3:30pm
South Bend
Cost:
A Rosary Rally to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fatima will be on the Feast of the Holy Rosary Saturday, Oct. 7, from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Saint Joseph's High School Football Stadium, 453 S Notre Dame Ave. Join the joyous celebration to honor Our Lady. For more information call Queen of Peace Ministries at 574-288-8777.
Address
Saint Joseph's High School Football Stadium
453 S Notre Dame Ave.
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Contact
(574) 288-8777
Sunday Oct 08
1:00pm-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost: NONE - Please make a donation and get sponsors for your participation
The Friends of the Poor Walk is a national special event to raise awareness and funds for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Join the walk on Oct. 8, at Parkview Field with registration at 1 p.m. and the walk starting at 2 p.m. Members of the 22 Parish Conferences of the Fort Wayne Society of St. Vincent de Paul are helping individuals and families to provide emergency food, help with utilities and avoid eviction. Volunteers continuously work to provide individuals and families with assistance regardless of religion, race, or national origin. Sign up at www.fopwalk.org/event/1831
Address
Parkview Field
1301 Ewing Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Contact
(260) 456-3561
Bishop Rhoades
Afternoon of Remembrance
1:00pm-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost:
On Sunday, Oct. 8, the University of Saint Francis Campus Ministry and Project Rachel Post-Abortion Ministry will host the prayer service "An Afternoon of Prayerful Remembrance and Intercession," which acknowledges abortion's universal impact on parents, grandparents, siblings, family members, friends, medical personnel, clergy, and others. Prayers will be offered for all wounded by an abortion decision and consider how to spread God's message of love and mercy. The event begins at noon with testimonies and intercessory prayer followed by Eucharistic Adoration at 1 p.m. The sacrament of Reconciliation and pastoral support will also be available during this second hour. Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades will celebrate Mass at 2 p.m., and the event will conclude with a light reception. All are welcome to attend any part of the event. For more information contact Father David Meinzen, Chaplain, at 260-399-7700 ext. 6701 or dmeinzen@sf.edu or Allison Sturm, Project Rachel Coordinator at 260-399-1452 or asturm@diocesefwsb.org.
Address
Trinity Hall on University of St. Francis
Spring Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Contact
Allison Sturm
(260) 399-1452
Monday Oct 09
Fundraiser
Uniting Our City for Life Banquet
6:30pm-8:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $30/person, $300/table of ten
Join Master of Ceremonies Pat Miller and honorary host Dr. Christopher Stroud on Monday, Oct. 9, at Ceruti's Banquet and Event Center, 6325 Illinois Rd., for the Uniting Our City for Life Banquet to benefit Allen County Right to Life and Three Rivers Educational Trust Fund. Doors will open at 5 p.m. for a reception followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. featuring nationally known abortion survivor Melissa Ohden as the keynote speaker. Tickets are $30/person and $300 for a table of ten. For registration, sponsorship levels, and program ads please visit www.ichooselife.org or call 260-471-1849.
Address
Ceruti’s Banquet and Event Center
6325 Illinois Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46804
Contact
260-471-1849
Parish / Community
Prayer gathering at St. Jude Parish
7:00pm-8:30pm
South Bend
Cost:
A prayer gathering at St. Jude Parish, 19704 Johnson Rd., fosters the culture of Pentecost and the New Evangelization. The prayer gathering takes place in the sanctuary from 7-8:30 p.m. on the 2nd Monday of each month. This is a time to gather together and to pray in the power of the Holy Spirit. There is no pre-requisite. Father Andrew Curry, pastor of St. Bellarmine Parish in North Manchester, will attend on October 9, and will speak on the topic, Fatima Continues… Begin the evening of prayer with a 5:30 p.m. Mass followed by light refreshments in the Narthex. Contact Dave and Jan Torma at 574-291-3381 or call Patrick and Carol Miller at 273-4429.
Address
St. Jude Parish, South Bend
19704 Johnson Rd.
South Bend Indiana, 46614
Contact
(574) 291-3381
Thursday Oct 12
Mass / Liturgy
Celebrating the Centennial of Fatima at Queen of Peace
9:00am-9:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: None
Queen of Peace Parish will offer all day adoration. Sign up online at www.queenofpeace.cc, click the Signup Genius box on the right. Confessions will be heard beginning at 5 p.m. Adoration will conclude with an hour of Praise and Worship at 6 p.m. in the Church. Mass at 7 p.m. will be followed by a candlelight Rosary Procession and Benediction.
Address
Queen of Peace Parish
4508 Vistula Road
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Contact
(574) 255-9674
6:30pm-9:00pm
South Bend
Cost: $50.00 per ticket
St. Joseph County Right to life will have a benefit dinner Thursday, Oct. 12 at the Century Center. Social hour begins at 5 p.m., 6:30 p.m. dinner and program with keynote speaker, Bobby Schindler, Jr., brother of Terri Schiavo and president of the Life and Hope Network. Reservations must be received by Monday, Oct. 2.
Address
Century Center
120 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
South Bend Indiana, 46601
Contact
St. Joseph County Right to Life
(574) 232-5433
Friday Oct 13
Mass / Liturgy
Fatima Prayer Service
11:30am-12:30am
Fort Wayne
Cost: none
A prayer service, rosary, Fatima songs, Marian hymns and a reading of the Oct. 13, 1917 apparition of Our Lady of Fatima will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady to the children of Fatima.
Address
Mary's Glen
2514 Reynolds Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46803
Contact
(260) 637-3696
Saturday Oct 14
Bishop Rhoades
MEDCON 2017: Catholic Medical Conference and White Mass
8:00am-6:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $40 ($20 for students, clergy and religious are free)
This conference will be at the Parkview Mirro Center for Research and Innovation, next to Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. St. Joseph Hospital, a member of the Lutheran Health Network, is the sponsor this year. Registration begins at 8 a.m. The first talk starts promptly at 9 a.m. Lunch is included. The day will end with a White Mass with Bishop Rhoades at 5 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Visit www.fortwayne.cathmed.org for slides, pictures and video from the 2016 event last fall.
Address
Parkview Mirro Center
10622 Parkview Plaza Dr
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46845
Contact
8:00am-6:00pm
South Bend
Cost:
St. John the Baptist Altar and Rosary Society will have a bake and rummage sale Saturday, Oct. 14, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 15, from 6 a.m. to noon. Sunday will include a $1 per bag sale.
Address
St. John the Baptist
3526 St. Johns Way
South Bend Indiana, 46628
Contact
Maxine Martinez
(574) 233-1237
6:00pm-12:00am
Angola
Cost: $50 per pesron
The annual reverse raffle, silent auction, games and dinner to help support local organizations in need will be held Oct. 14, at 6 p.m. Tickets are on sale for $50 per person and include drinks and extensive buffet with an entrée of prime rib and brisket of beef.
Address
St. Anthony's Catholic Church - Angola
700 W. Maumee Street
Angola Indiana, 46703
Contact
(260) 665-2259
Fundraiser
St. Bernard School's Ball and Auction
6:00pm-11:30pm
Wabash
Cost: $40 per person
The Ball and Auction is an annual event that raises funds for St. Bernard School. This year the theme is a Masquerade Ball from the Roaring Twenties. Join others for a fun evening with dinner, dancing, live and silent auctions and a cash raffle. Contact the school to purchase raffle tickets: $20 each or 6 for $100.
Address
Honeywell Center
275 W Market Street
Wabash Indiana, 46992
Contact
(260) 563-5746
Sunday Oct 15
11:30am-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost:
Bishop Kevin Rhoades to celebrate Mass for married couples celebrating their 25th, 50th or 60th wedding jubilees. The Fort Wayne Mass will be celebrated at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Oct.15, at 11:30 AM. A ticketed reception will follow Mass at St. Mary’s Parish — only a couple of blocks from the Cathedral. Anniversary couples will receive two free tickets to the reception. Additional tickets for family members may be purchased before the registration deadline of Oct. 6 for $10 each. Please register by calling Helen at 574 234-0687 or by emailing haustgen@diocesefwsb.org. For those requesting extra tickets for the reception, send your check by mail to Anniversary Masses, 1328 W. Dragoon Trail, Mishawaka, IN 46544. When you register, please include both of your names, your home address, phone number, your wedding date and the Mass you plan to attend — Fort Wayne or South Bend. Registrations must be made by Friday, Oct. 6.
Address
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
1122 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46854
Contact
574-234-0687
Friday Oct 20
Parish / Community
Worldwide Marriage Encounter parish-based weekend Oct. 20-22
12:00am-12:00am
Bluffton
Cost: $60.00
Have you been wanting to attend a Marriage Encounter weekend, but did not want to stay in a hotel overnight? Do you have pets or other duties that require you to be home at night? Here's your opportunity! Worldwide Marriage Encounter of Northern Indiana will be hosting a "Parish-Based" weekend at St. Joseph Parish in Bluffton. Lunches and dinner are provided. After the events are over for the day, you return to your home to sleep in your own bed. Visit wwme-ni.org or wwme.org to apply or learn more. Contact Greg & Jen Richard 260-422-0803 to apply or ask questions.
Address
St. Joseph Catholic Church
1300 N Main Street
Bluffton Indiana, 46714
Contact
(260) 422-0803
Parish / Community
Fall harvest luncheon and card party
12:00pm-4:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $8.00
Queen of Angels will have a fall harvest luncheon and card party Friday, Oct. 20, from noon to 4 p.m. Join our 50+ Group in the Monsignor Faber Activities Center to play cards or just come to socialize, enjoy good food and have a fun afternoon. Doors open at 11 a.m. Cost is $8 per person. Attendance and table prizes. Call Barb at 260-483-4353 for information.
Address
Queen of Angels Monsignor Faber Activities Center
1600 West State Blvd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Contact
(260) 483-4353
Saturday Oct 21
Formation / Training
Saturdays with the Saints: Ven. Solanus Casey & St. Andre Bessette - Doorkeepers for God
10:30am-11:30am
Cost: Free and open to the Public
Father Kevin Grove, CSC, Assistant Professor of Theology at Notre Dame, will deliver a talk on "Ven. Solanus Casey and St. Andre Bessette: Doorkeepers for God on the Occasion of the Beatification of Ven. Solanus Casey" for the Saturdays with the Saints lecture series held prior to the Notre Dame-USC football game. Sponsored by the McGrath Institute for Church Life.
Address
Univ. of Notre Dame, Geddes Hall, Lower Level
Indiana,
Contact
(574) 261-2242
Mass / Liturgy
Father Solanus Mass for the sick
12:30pm-2:00pm
Huntington
Cost: 0
Every third Saturday of the month, there is a Mass for the sick at 1 p.m. at St. Felix Friary. At 12:30 p.m. a rosary will be offered. During the Mass a blessing is offered from the priest. Refreshments will follow in the library. Whether you are ill, someone you know is ill or you are just in need of prayer, join us for this Mass for the sick.
Address
St Felix Catholic Center
1280 Hitzfield St
Huntington Indiana, 46750
Contact
(260) 246-1117
Sunday Oct 22
Bishop Rhoades
Anniversary Mass (South Bend)
11:00am-12:00am
South Bend
Cost:
Bishop Kevin Rhoades will celebrate a Mass for married couples celebrating their 25th, 50th or 60th Wedding Jubilees. The South Bend Mass will be held at the Cathedral of St. Matthew in South Bend on Oct. 22, at 11 a.m. A ticketed reception will follow at the St. Matthew School Gym. Anniversary couples will receive two free tickets to the reception. Additional tickets for family members may be purchased before the registration deadline of Oct. 13 for $10 each. Register by calling Helen at 574-234-0687 or by emailing haustgen@diocesefwsb.org. For those requesting extra tickets for the reception, send your check by mail to Anniversary Masses, 1328 W. Dragoon Trail, Mishawaka, IN 46544. When you register, please include both of your names, your home address, phone number, your wedding date and the Mass you plan to attend — Fort Wayne or South Bend. Registrations must be made by Friday, Oct. 13.
Address
St. Matthew Cathedral
1701 Miami Street
South Bend Indiana, 46613
Contact
574-234-0687
Friday Oct 27
Youth / School
Saint Joseph High School 8th Grade Visit Day
8:00am-12:00am
South Bend
Cost:
Eighth-graders are invited to experience a high school day. Guests will follow a typical freshman schedule.
Address
Saint Joseph High School
453 N. Notre Dame Ave.
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Contact
Sue Ushela
(574) 233-6137
Saturday Oct 28
Formation / Training
Saturdays with the Saints: Blessed Miguel Pro - The Folly of Martyrdom
10:30am-11:30am
Cost: Free and open to the Public
Dr. Timothy Matovina, Professor of Theology at Notre Dame, will deliver a talk on "Blessed Miguel Pro: The 'Folly' of Martyrdom" for the Saturdays with the Saints lecture series held prior to the Notre Dame-NC State football game. Sponsored by the McGrath Institute for Church Life.
Address
Univ. of Notre Dame, Geddes Hall, Lower Level
Indiana,
Contact
(574) 631-2242
Fundraiser
Knights of Columbus #11276 Euchre Tournament
6:00pm-10:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: 20.00
The Knights of Columbus Council No. 11276 will be having a Euchre Tournament on Oct. 28, from 6-10:30 p.m. in the school cafeteria. You must be 21 to attend as there will be beer and wine as well as food sold. Volunteers are still needed to help with food service, set up and cashiers. Cost is $20 per person, and you will need a partner. If you cannot attend, please consider sending a donation, as this will be a fundraising event for the Knights. For questions contact Michael Shane at 260-444-4301.