Upcoming Events
Friday Nov 01
Fundraiser
Fall harvest and card party
1:00pm-5:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $10.00 per person at door
The annual 50+ harvest/card party will be Friday, Nov. 1, at 1 p.m. at the Queen of Angels Parish Msgr. Faber Activities Center. A relaxing afternoon of lunch, cards and socializing will include attendance prizes, door prizes and a quilt to be raffled at a cost of $1 per ticket or $5 for 6 tickets. The raffle will be drawn at the monthly meeting in December. Cost is $10 per person and is payable at the door. Contact either: Rosie at 260-471-4148 or Barb at 260-483-4353.
Website: https://queenofangelsfw.org
Address
Queen of Angels Monsignor Faber Activities Ctr
1500 W State Blvd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Address
Queen of Angels Monsignor Faber Activities Ctr
1500 W State Blvd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Saturday Nov 02
Fundraiser
St. Charles Borromeo craft fair
8:00am-3:00pm
Fort Wayne
Shop great hand crafted items Saturday, Nov. 2, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Food and drinks will be available. Proceeds benefit the St. Charles fine arts programs.
Address
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School
4910 Trier Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46815
Mass / Liturgy
All Souls Day At St. Stanislaus
8:15am-1:00pm
South Bend
St. Stanislaus Bishop and Martyr Parish will offer traditional ‘All Souls Day’ devotions for the Holy Souls on November 2.
Mass (in the Extraordinary Form) at 8:15 a.m., 9 a.m. and sung Mass at 10 a.m. at St Stanislaus in South Bend.
Special devotions followed by Mass at St. Joseph Cemetery Chapel (Grant Road, South Bend) beginning at 11:45 a.m.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/ststanparish/
Address
St. Stanislaus BM Catholic Church
415 North Brookfield St.
South Bend Indiana, 46628
Address
St. Stanislaus BM Catholic Church
415 North Brookfield St.
South Bend Indiana, 46628
8:30am-2:00pm
South Bend
Cost: Admission free
St. Anthony de Padua, 2310 E Jefferson Blvd., will host a craft bazaar Saturday, Nov. 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church. Crafts, baked goods, concessions and free parking available. Join us for a fun day.
Website: https://www.school.stasb.org/events/parish-craft-barzaar
Address
St. Anthony de Padua auditorium
2310 E Jefferson Blvd
South Bend Indiana, 46615
Address
St. Anthony de Padua auditorium
2310 E Jefferson Blvd
South Bend Indiana, 46615
Fundraiser
Craft show at Most Precious Blood
8:30am-3:00pm
Fort Wayne
Most Precious Blood will host a craft show Saturday, Nov. 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a craft show, bake sale, snack bar and more. Table rental is available. For table information please contact Christina Gilford, telephone 260-715-7498 or email gilfordkc@gmail.com.
Address
Most Precious Blood School gym
1529 Barthold St
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Fundraiser
Snowflake Bazaar
9:00am-3:00pm
Huntington
The Rosary Sodality Snowflake Bazaar at St. Mary’s Church in Huntington, will be Saturday, Nov. 2, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Sunday Nov. 3 after Masses. The Bazaar will be held in St. Mary’s gymnasium. There will be crafts, bake sale and lunch. (Lunch on Saturday only).
Sunday Nov 03
Youth / School
Fall brunch in Ohio
8:00am-11:00pm
Edgerton
St. Mary’s Catholic School in Edgerton, OH will be hosting a fall brunch on Sunday, Nov. 3, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the church basement. There will be a menu of sausage, ham, eggs, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, coffee cake, muffins, fruit cup, toast & beverages.
There will be a bake sale and a raffle for a chance to win numerous prizes. This is a freewill offering event. All proceeds will benefit St. Mary’s School operating fund.
The Mission of St. Mary School is to assist families in teaching and living the Catholic faith with a commitment to academic excellence.
All are welcome!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/2419170965069049/
Address
St. Mary's Church Basement
317 S Locust St.
Edgerton Ohio, 43517
Address
St. Mary's Church Basement
317 S Locust St.
Edgerton Ohio, 43517
Fundraiser
Queen of Peace paddle auction
12:30pm-3:00pm
Mishawaka
The Queen of Peace Jubilee Society will host a Quarter Paddle Auction Sunday, Nov. 3, in the gym, to raise funds for scholarships to be awarded to two deserving Queen of Peace 8th graders. The doors will open at 12:30 p.m. and the auction will start at 1:15 p.m.
If you are interested in being a vendor, making donations to the auction, or just want to find out more about the event, please contact Kim Ornat at 574-315-8987. Any donations of gift cards, new items, coupons for services at your business, and in-kind donations are always appreciated and will be used to help raise even more money for Marian and/or Saint Joseph High School scholarships.
Mass / Liturgy
Annual Rosary for the Poor Souls
2:00pm-3:00pm
Mishawaka
The annual rosary for the Poor Souls will be recited on Sunday, Nov. 3, at 2 p.m. in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Mishawaka.
The rosary will take place rain or shine.
The cemetery is located at the southeast corner of Jefferson Blvd. and Liberty Drive in Mishawaka.
All are welcome to attend.
Address
St. Joseph's Cemetery
Southeast corner of Jefferson Blvd. and Liberty Dr.
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Parish / Community
Speaker Vinny Flynn
5:30pm-7:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: FREE with Free Babysitting on a first come, first serve basis (children under 5)
Author Vinny Flynn will be coming to speak at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton on Sunday, Nov. 3 at 5:30 p.m. The topic theme is: Transforming Your Life: Divine Mercy, Mary, and the Father’s Incredible Plan for You! This is a free event. Free babysitting is also available on a first come, first serve basis for children under 5.
This presentation focuses on who God is and the plan He has for each one of us. Touching on Mary’s role as teacher, model, and “Woman of the Eucharist,” and the message of Divine Mercy, Vinny Flynn will show you how to receive life-transforming effects from each reception of Holy Communion and from the daily person-to-person encounter God wants to have with you.
Website: http://www.seasfw.org
Address
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church
10700 Aboite Center Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46804
Address
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church
10700 Aboite Center Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46804
Formation / Training
Catholic ER: Eucharist and Reconciliation parish mission
7:00pm-8:00pm
South Bend
Cost: $0
St. Jude will host a parish mission Nov. 3-5, from 7-8 p.m. Learn how Christ can heal you through the sacraments, The mission will be led by Father Neil Wack, CSC.
Sunday: The Mystery of Adoration (followed by food and fellowship)
Monday: The Joy of the Mass
Tuesday: Reconciliation Prayer Service
Rev. Neil Wack, CSC, serves as the Director of Vocations for the U.S. Province of the Congregation of Holy Cross. He earned a degree in computer science in 1993 at Purdue University and worked for four years in Indianapolis. He entered Moreau Seminary at the University of Notre Dame in 1997 and was ordained a priest at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart in 2004.
Address
St. Jude Catholic Parish
19704 Johnson Road
South Bend Indiana, 46614
Monday Nov 04
Mass / Liturgy
St. Stanislaus BM November Devotions at St. Joseph Cemetery
4:45pm-5:45pm
South Bend
November Devotions for the Holy Souls:
St. Stanislaus BM Parish would like to invite you to November devotions at St. Joseph Cemetery Chapel every day from Nov. 2-8.
Nov. 2, 11:45 a.m. devotions and Mass (in the Extraordinary Form)
Nov. 3, 12:30 p.m. devotions only
Nov. 4-8, 4:45 p.m. devotions followed by Mass (in the Extraordinary Form)
Website: https://www.facebook.com/ststanparish/
Address
St. Joseph Cemetery Chapel
24980 State Road 2
Intersection of Grant Road and Pinewood Drive
South Bend Indiana, 46619
Address
St. Joseph Cemetery Chapel
24980 State Road 2
Intersection of Grant Road and Pinewood Drive
South Bend Indiana, 46619
Parish / Community
All Souls' Day Concert - Faure Requiem
7:00pm-12:00am
Elkhart
Cost: free - donations accepted
St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Elkhart presents a performance of the Requiem by French Romantic composer Gabriel Fauré. The 40-member community choir and orchestra are made up of talented musicians from Catholic parishes throughout Elkhart, Goshen, Mishawaka and South Bend, under the direction of Brad Todorovich. The evening will begin with Evening Prayer for the Dead, offered for the benefit of the poor souls in Purgatory. Admission is free, but there will be a freewill offering taken in support of future musical events. All are welcome to come hear a masterwork of church music and to have an extra opportunity to pray for your deceased loved ones this All Souls’ Day!
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
1108 S Main St
Elkhart Indiana, 46516
Tuesday Nov 05
Diocesan-Sponsored
Little Flower Holy Hour
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Join us on the First Tuesday of every month for the Little Flower Holy Hour to pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life. This month Bishop Rhoades will be the celebrant and will lead the Holy Hour.
Address
Mother Theodore Guerin Chapel
1122 South Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Wednesday Nov 06
Formation / Training
The 4th Cleveland Medicine, Bioethics and Spirituality Conference
12:00am-12:00am
N. Royalton
The 4th Cleveland Medicine, Bioethics and Spirituality Conference will be held on Nov. 6-7 at St. Albert the Great Church in North Royalton, Ohio. This conference is open to anyone interested in healthcare and the role of bioethical principles as well as spirituality that help bring forth definitive healing to the infirm and those suffering in any way. This conference will be of particular importance for healthcare professionals who may also obtain continuing medical education credits. Conference registration can be completed online at TheDivineMercy.org/cleveland or by calling 1-800-462-7426.
Retreat / Pilgrimage
Day of Reflection
9:30am-2:30pm
Mishawaka
Cost: $20.00, includes lunch
The theme for the day is “Surrender.” Please bring your bibles.
Address
St. Francis Convent
1515 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Mass / Liturgy
Commemoration of the faithful departed
6:30pm-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost: FREE
On Wednesday, November 6, a Mass for the Souls of All the Faithful Departed will be at 6:30 p.m. in the Church. A reception will follow in the gathering space. We extend a special invitation to all those who have lost a family member or loved one since last November.
Website: https://www.saintv.org/
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Church
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Church
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Friday Nov 08
Formation / Training
Encounter School of Healing
6:30pm-9:30pm
South Bend
Cost: $55 for a regular ticket or $35 for priests and religious
The Encounter School of Healing will take place from 6:30-9:30 p.m. on Nov. 8 and 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Nov. 9 at St. Therese, Little Flower Catholic Church in South Bend. Registration is required and the cost is $55. For more information and to register visit:
encounterministries.us/encounter-school-of-healing-south-bend-in/#register
Jesus promised, “These signs will accompany those who believe…they will lay hands on the sick and they will recover.” (Mk 16:17) Jesus has called us to do what he did, and that includes healing the sick. The Encounter School of Healing is a conference that teaches, imparts, and activates disciples to be more effective ministers of Jesus’ healing in the world! Jesus wants to use you as an instrument of His divine healing. Will you give Him the chance?
Website: https://encounterministries.us/encounter-school-of-healing-south-bend-in/#register
Saturday Nov 09
Diocesan-Sponsored
Violins of Hope Fort Wayne
12:00am-12:00pm
Fort Wayne
A stirring testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of music, Violins of Hope are a collection of instruments that tell remarkable stories of the defiance, resilience, and legacy of Jewish musicians during the Holocaust, and of the Israeli violinmaker dedicated to bringing these inspirational Strings of the Holocaust back to life.
Violins of Hope Fort Wayne — a stunning exhibit of the Strings of the Holocaust plus two weeks of moving events throughout Northeast Indiana (Nov. 9-23). A Jewish-Catholic Prayer Shrive will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at 7 p.m.
For information on the Prayer Service and other related events, visit https://violinsofhopefw.org/
Website: https://violinsofhopefw.org/
Parish / Community
Saint Thomas Holiday Gift and Craft Fair
9:00am-2:00pm
Elkhart
Cost: Shoppers free! Vendors $40 per 10X10 space.
The St. Thomas Holiday Gift and Craft Fair will be Saturday, Nov. 9, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in St. Thomas School on the corner of Main St and Bristol St. A wide selection of vendors will help complete your holiday shopping. Artists, crafts, handmade items and some direct sales items are available. Light refreshments and rest areas will be available as you shop. Come visit the school and shop in a friendly environment.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saintthomasholidaygiftandcraft/
Address
St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School
1331 North Main St
Elkhart Indiana, 46514
Address
St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School
1331 North Main St
Elkhart Indiana, 46514
Formation / Training
Life Defenders adult workshop
9:00am-12:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $5
Join us Saturday, Nov. 9, from 9 a.m. to noon at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church for a Pro-Life Apologetics Workshop, where you’ll be equipped by Mike Spencer of Life Training Institute to speak confidently and graciously to the most pressing moral injustice of our time: legalized abortion. In a culture that increasingly says not all humans are equal, its of extreme importance that we all know how to defend human value.
For over a decade, Allen County Right to Life (ACRL) has provided top notch pro-life training for high school and college students throughout the Midwest through our Life Defender’s Training. Now we’re providing this training for adults. The material presented is appropriate for attendees 7th grade and older. Please call us if you have questions about who would benefit from joining us for this workshop. If you came last year, please join us again! We all need a refresher course from time to time and Mike will be presenting some new material!
Please register at www.ichooselife.org or call 260.471.1849.
Cost: $5
Coffee and doughnuts provided.
Website: https://www.ichooselife.org/resources/events/upcoming-events/40-days-for-life
Address
Most Precious Blood Catholic Church
1515 Barthold St.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Address
Most Precious Blood Catholic Church
1515 Barthold St.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Parish / Community
Life Defenders Apologetics Workshop
9:00am-12:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $5
For over a decade, Allen County Right to Life (ACRL) has provided top notch pro-life training for high school and college students throughout the Midwest through our Life Defender’s Training. Now we’re providing this training for adults. The material presented is appropriate for attendees 7th grade and older. Please call us if you have questions about who would benefit from joining us for this workshop. If you came last year, please join us again! We all need a refresher course from time to time and Mike will be presenting some new material!
Website: https://www.ichooselife.org/resources/events/upcoming-events/ldaw
Address
Most Precious Blood Parish, Mohr Hall
1515 Barthold St.
FORT WAYNE Indiana, 46808-2733
Address
Most Precious Blood Parish, Mohr Hall
1515 Barthold St.
FORT WAYNE Indiana, 46808-2733
Parish / Community
Annual Steak Dinner and Basket Auction
5:00pm-8:00pm
Albion
Cost: Adult dinner tickets-$10, Children 5-10 yrs-$5
Baked Steak Dinner includes: Baked Steak, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Green Beans, Salad, Desert, and Drink. Adult tickets $10. Children ages 5-10yrs $5.
After dinner join in the fun as creative baskets are auctioned.
All proceeds benefit the high school group of the parish.
Fundraiser
Spaghetti dinner supports medical mission
5:30pm-7:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: A donation will be graciously accepted
The Knights of Columbus are sponsoring a Spaghetti Dinner to support the Divine Healer Medical Mission April 2020 Mission Trip Saturday, Nov. 9, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School, 10650 Aboite Center Rd.
Website: https://divinehealer.org
Address
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School Cafeteria
10650 Aboite Center Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46804
Address
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School Cafeteria
10650 Aboite Center Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46804
Fundraiser
Queen of Angels Fall Gala
7:00pm-10:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free
Queen of Angels Fall Gala will be held Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, from 7-10 p.m. in the Monsignor Faber Activities Center, 1600 W. State Blvd. Enjoy an evening of games, auction items, live music, appetizers and featuring “We Are Called To Be Saints” classroom projects. Only 21 and over, free admission, cash bar, gift card tree raffle and much more.
Fundraiser
Turkey Bingo
7:00pm-10:00pm
Garrett
Cost: 3 cards for $10 Additional cards available.
Knights of Columbus #1790 annual Turkey Bingo will be Saturday, Nov. 9, from 7-10 p.m. at. St. Joseph School. Prizes are turkeys and chickens. A 50/50 Raffle, Tip Board, Lucky 7’s and usual games. Concessions available. Doors open at 6 p.m.
Address
St. Joseph Catholic School Gym
300 W Houston St
Garrett, Indiana Indiana, 46738
Retreat / Pilgrimage
Encounter healing service
7:30pm-11:00pm
South Bend
A healing service — free and open to the public — will be held on Saturday, Nov. 9, at 7:30 p.m. at St. Therese, Little Flower Catholic Church in South Bend.
We believe that not only does Jesus still heal today, but that healing i one of the most powerful ministries of evangelization. Jesus never preached the Gospel of the kingdom of God without demonstrating the kingdom through signs, wonders, and miracles, with healing as the most frequent demonstration of God’s love. Come and Experience God’s supernatural love!
Sunday Nov 10
Fundraiser
Christmas Bazaar at St. Mary, Avilla
9:00am-3:00pm
Avilla
Cost: FREE
St. Mary Parish will have a Christmas bazaar Sunday, Nov. 10, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the church, 232, N. Main St. Many craft tables and food available. Cookie decorating for the children and door prizes. The youth of the parish will serve breakfast and lunch.
Mass / Liturgy
Masses Interpreted for the Deaf
11:00am-12:00am
South Bend
Cost: free
Masses Interpreted for the deaf are held on the second and fourth Sundays of the month at 11 a.m. at St. Matthew Cathedral, 1701 Miami St. An interpreter from Community Services All Deaf (CSAD) provides ASL (American Sign Language). St. Matthew Cathedral Parish and the Diocesan Deaf Ministry offer these monthly Masses and encourage people to extend the invitation to family and friends who are deaf. If you would like to raise awareness for the Deaf Ministry and assist its efforts to provide support for the deaf members of the Catholic community in our diocese contact Allison Sturm at asturm@diocesefwsb.org or at 260-299-1452.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Deaf-Ministry
Address
St. Matthew Cathedral
1701 Miami St.
South Bend Indiana, 46613
Address
St. Matthew Cathedral
1701 Miami St.
South Bend Indiana, 46613
Mass / Liturgy
Mass Interpreted for the Deaf
11:30am-12:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: free
A Mass interpreted for the deaf will be held on the second Sunday of each month at the 11:30 a.m. Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in downtown, Fort Wayne. An interpreter from Deaflink, a service of The League for the Blind & Disabled Inc., will provide ASL (American Sign Language). The Cathedral Parish and the Diocesan Deaf Ministry offer this monthly Mass (Second Sunday at 11:30 am) and encourage people to extend the invitation to family and friends who are deaf to attend Mass.
If you would like to raise awareness for the Deaf Ministry and assist its efforts to provide support for the deaf members of the Catholic community in our diocese, please contact Allison Sturm at asturm@diocesefwsb.org or at (260) 399-1452.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Deaf-Ministry
Address
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
1122 S. Clinton
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Address
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
1122 S. Clinton
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Youth / School
Saint Joseph High School open house
1:00pm-3:00pm
South Bend
Since 1953 Saint Joseph High School has been building faith, character, and excellence. Families with children of all ages are welcome to join us on Sunday, Nov 10, for an Open House from 1-3 p.m. Experience student-led tours, enjoy an ice cream social, and learn what makes Saint Joseph High School such a special place.
Website: http://www.saintjoehigh.com
Address
Saint Joseph High School
453 N. Notre Dame Ave.
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Address
Saint Joseph High School
453 N. Notre Dame Ave.
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Diocesan-Sponsored
Holy Hour of Praise and Prayer Ministry for Teens and Young Adults
5:00pm-6:00pm
South Bend
Cost: free
A Holy Hour of Praise and Prayer Ministry for Teens and Young Adults will be Sunday, Nov. 10, from 5-6 p.m. at St. Matthew Cathedral, 1701 Miami St. Come and worship Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament with joyful songs of praise and encounter the joy and encouragement of the Holy Spirit.
Address
St. Matthew Cathedral
1701 Miami Street
South Bend Indiana, 46613
Tuesday Nov 12
Parish / Community
St. Vincent de Paul Bereavement Support Group
6:30pm-8:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: FREE
The St. Vincent Bereavement Support Group will meet for six weeks in the Fall, starting Tuesday, Nov. 12, through Dec. 17. All meetings will be held from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Parish Library in the Gathering Space of the church, 1502 E Wallen Rd. It is our hope to provide a comforting atmosphere in which to offer emotional support. Your loss need not be recent for the sessions to be helpful. Space is limited, so register in advance. Contact Claire Martin at (810) 569-4935 or rmcm0813@gmail.com.
Website: https://www.saintv.org/
Address
St. Vincent de Paul - Parish Library
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Address
St. Vincent de Paul - Parish Library
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Formation / Training
The 2019 McMahon Aquinas Lecture
7:00pm-9:00pm
Notre Dame
Cost: Free and open to the public
John O’Callaghan, PhD, of the University of Notre Dame will deliver his lecture titled “How Christianity Made Mercy Compassionate,” on Tuesday, Nov.12. The lecture will be housed in Rice Commons, located in the Student Center of Saint Mary’s College and start promptly at 7 p.m. Reception to follow.
Website: https://www.saintmarys.edu/aquinas
Address
Student Center, Rice Commons
140 Student Center
Saint Mary's College
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Address
Student Center, Rice Commons
140 Student Center
Saint Mary's College
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Friday Nov 15
No events today.
Saturday Nov 16
Fundraiser
Corpus Christi Holiday Bazaar
9:00am-3:00pm
South Bend
Cost: Admission is free
The 39th annual holiday bazaar will be held Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Over 50 quality handcraft vendors will be selling their items. The Altar and Rosary Society will be holding a basket raffle. Lunch be will available.
Address
Corpus Christi School
2822 Corpus Christi Drive
South Bend Indiana, 46628
Parish / Community
St. Matthew Holiday Craft Bazaar
9:00am-3:00pm
South Bend
Cost: Free
St. Matthew Cathedral Parish will have a holiday craft bazaar Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the school gymnasium, 1015 E. Dayton St. Over 70 talented vendors and lunch served by the student council.
Address
St. Matthew Cathedral School Gymnasium
1015 E. Dayton Street
South Bend Indiana, 46613
Sunday Nov 17
Fundraiser
Turkey Bingo at St. Joseph Hessen Cassel
2:00pm-4:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $25
Turkey Bingo at St. Joseph – Hessen Cassel will be Sunday, Nov. 17. Doors open at 2 p.m. and games start at 2:30 p.m. This is an especially fun Bingo event with prizes that include Turkey’s and cash from $25-$100. Bring an item for the food bank and you will receive extra door prize tickets. Cost is $25/person which includes 10 bingo rounds. You must be 18 to play.
Wednesday Nov 20
Mass / Liturgy
Mass of Remembrance for those who have experienced the death of a child through miscarriage or stillbirth
6:30pm-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Those attending will have the opportunity to:
1. Light a candle(s) for their children, acknowledging that the life of their child(ren) continues, and they are in the hands of God
2. Present remembrance cards with the parents’ name and the name(s) of their child(ren) who died to the foot of the Altar. All are welcome to bring homemade cards or use one of the blank cards which will be provided at the Mass. After Mass, the basket of cards will be delivered to the Poor Clare Nuns at St. Andrew, who will remember the children and their families in prayer.
Address
Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church
7215 St. Joe Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46835
Diocesan-Sponsored
ava's grace support group
7:00pm-8:30pm
Mishawaka
Cost: free of charge
If you have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss and would like to listen to and pray with others who know this deep suffering, please consider attending our new monthly support group sponsored by ava’s grace, the diocesan ministry dedicated to offering spiritual, emotional and practical support to families who have lost a baby before or after birth. The group meets on the third Wednesday evening of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Saint John Paul II Center, located at 1328 W. Dragoon Trail, Mishawaka, IN 46544. For more information about ava’s grace, please contact Lisa Everett at leverett@diocesefwsb.org, or visit our website at www.diocesefwsb.org/avasgrace.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/avasgrace
Address
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Address
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Bishop Rhoades
Jewish-Catholic Prayer Service
7:00pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: FREE
Rabbi Paula Jayne Winnig from Congregation Achduth Vesholom joins Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades, Bishop of Fort Wayne-South Bend, in a prayer service Wednesday, Nov. 20, that focuses on the beauty of the Psalms, and the religious connections shared and revered by the Jewish people and Catholics. Music will be performed on the Violins of Hope, with selections from both Jewish and Catholic faith traditions.
Learn more about Violins of Hope at https://violinsofhopefw.org
Website: https://violinsofhopefw.org/events
Parish / Community
USF Philosophy/Theology Lecture
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free
Drawing on his new book, University of Saint Francis Associate Professor Dr. Adam DeVille will speak on “Concrete Reforms to Rid the Church of Abuses of Sex and Power” in an upcoming lecture.
DeVille, who wrote the book “Everything Hidden Shall Be Revealed: Ridding the Church of Abuses of Sex and Power,” will speak at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 20 in the Parkview Physicians Group Auditorium of Achatz Hall of Science and John and Toni Murray Research Center, 2701 Spring St. The free lecture is presented by the USF Department of Philosophy and Theology and the USF School of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
An associate professor of theology at USF, DeVille will focus on the recovery of such deeply traditional institutions as real parish councils with voice and vote, diocesan synods with voice and vote determining budgets and election, and accountability of priests and bishops. Other factors, including the psychological, will also be discussed.
Address
University of Saint Francis
2701 Spring St.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Thursday Nov 21
Diocesan-Sponsored
National Catholic Youth Conference
12:00am-12:00am
Indianapolis
Cost: $250-$550
NCYC is a conference for High School youth from across the United States. Event draws 20,000+ and is packed with powerful prayer experiences, talks from national speakers, and liturgies with thousands of Catholics from all 50 states. Bishop Rhoades will join youth from Fort Wayne-South Bend delegation to Indianapolis.
Website: http://www.fwsbym.com
Address
Lucas Oil Stadium / Indiana Convention Center
100 S. Capitol Ave.
Indianapolis Indiana, 46225
Address
Lucas Oil Stadium / Indiana Convention Center
100 S. Capitol Ave.
Indianapolis Indiana, 46225
Bishop Rhoades
Theology on Tap with Bishop Rhoades
9:00pm-10:00pm
South Ben
Friday Nov 22
Fundraiser
Not Your Grandma's Craft Bazaar
9:00am-5:00pm
Churubusco
“Not Your Grandma’s Craft Bazaar” will be hosted by the Rosary Society of St. John Bosco Parish, 216 N. Main St., Churubusco on Friday, Nov. 22, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 23, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Enjoy freshly baked cinnamon rolls & a cup of coffee in the morning. Stay for a lunch of soup, sandwich and dessert, prepared by some of the best cooks in N. E. Indiana, which will be served all afternoon. Our famous hand rolled noodles, homemade baked goods and crafts created by our very talented parishioners will be for sale. There is also a raffle with a chance to win one of several fine prizes.
Sunday Nov 24
9:00am-12:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for children 6-12, and $25 per family. $5 carryout packs will be available.
Saint Gaspar del Bufalo Council No. 11043 will be serving breakfast on Sunday, Nov. 24, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Activities Center at Queen of Angels, 1500 W. State Blvd. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children 6-12, and $25 per family.
$5 carryout packs will be available.
Proceeds this month will help support our parish schools.
Website: http://www.kofc11043.org
Address
Queen of Angels
1500 W State Blvd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Address
Queen of Angels
1500 W State Blvd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Mass / Liturgy
Masses Interpreted for the Deaf
11:00am-12:00am
South Bend
Cost: free
Masses Interpreted for the deaf are held on the second and fourth Sundays of the month at 11 a.m. at St. Matthew Cathedral, 1701 Miami St. An interpreter from Community Services All Deaf (CSAD) provides ASL (American Sign Language). St. Matthew Cathedral Parish and the Diocesan Deaf Ministry offer these monthly Masses and encourage people to extend the invitation to family and friends who are deaf. If you would like to raise awareness for the Deaf Ministry and assist its efforts to provide support for the deaf members of the Catholic community in our diocese contact Allison Sturm at asturm@diocesefwsb.org or at 260-299-1452.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Deaf-Ministry
Address
St. Matthew Cathedral
1701 Miami St.
South Bend Indiana, 46613
Address
St. Matthew Cathedral
1701 Miami St.
South Bend Indiana, 46613
Fundraiser
St. Louis Besancon ham and turkey dinner
11:00am-4:00pm
New Haven
Cost: tickets: $10/adults, $5/kids 5-12, and under 4 years old free
The St. Louis Besancon community will host a delicious meal of ham and turkey, mashed potatoes, and all the fixings on Sunday, Nov. 24, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Also taking place will be a live auction at 1:30 by Mike Roy in addition to the fabulous silent auction and turkey, quilt, 50/50 raffles and the Country Craft Store for holiday shopping needs.
Dinner prices are $10/adults, $5/children 5-12, and 4 and under are free.
We will again be offering a drive through option from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
11:00am-4:00pm
New Haven
Cost: $10/adults, $5/kids ages 5-12, FREE for kids under 4
The St. Louis community will host a dinner in the Besancon Hall. Dinner will include Ham & Turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, cranberry salad, slaw, a HOMEMADE DESSERT and drink. Cost is $10/adults, $5/kids ages 5-12, kids under 4 eat for FREE.
Carry Out will be available from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
In addition to a fabulous meal, there will be a Silent Auction with 70+ items beginning at 11 am with bidding closing at 3:30 pm, a Country Store with a wide variety of gift items, and the 50/50, Turkey, and Quilt Raffles happening throughout the day.
NEW THIS YEAR, a Live Auction called by Mike Roy will take place in the cafeteria at 1:30 pm. The 6 items up for bid are:
-1 week stay in a 2BR Condo in Englewood, FL.
-ECHO outdoor package: including a chainsaw, leaf blower, and weed eater
-Traeger grill with wood pellets
-47″ resin St. Michael Statue
-locally raised whole hog plus $200 New Haven Custom Meats gift card towards processing
-Mexican dinner for 8 with Fr. Ben & his famous Holy Guacamole
See you on the 24th!!
Retreat / Pilgrimage
A presentation of "Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Mary"
6:30pm-8:00pm
Garrett
Cost: Free. Snacks will be available. You may wish to bring a beverage for yourself.
Join us as we examine what Scripture, the life of Christ, and the early Church fathers reveal about Mary, as Dr. Brant Pitre examines the connections between the Old and New Testaments. We will also tell you of an opportunity to walk with Mary in a Bible study “Lectio Mary”.
Address
St. Joseph's, Bennett Hall
Ijams Street
Garrett Indiana, 46738
Parish / Community
Choral Vespers for Christ the King
7:00pm-8:00pm
South Bend
Cost: Free
Please come and pray at this Liturgy of the Hours Vespers Service led by professional singers in the community.
Website: https://christthekingonline.com/
Address
Christ the King Catholic Church
52473 SR 933
South Bend Indiana, 46637
Address
Christ the King Catholic Church
52473 SR 933
South Bend Indiana, 46637
Wednesday Nov 27
Diocesan-Sponsored
Night of Lights
5:00pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Celebrate the Night of Lights Wednesday, Nov. 27, from 5-9 p.m. Enjoy the lighting of all the Christmas displays. Good Shepherd Books & Gifts will be offering 20% off your entire purchase that evening from 5-9 p.m.
Free Hot Wassail & Cookies!
Free Parking in our garage until 9 p.m.
260-399-1442
Website: http://www.goodshepherdbookstore.org
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
Saturday Nov 30
Diocesan-Sponsored
Holly Trolley shopping at Good Shepherd Bookstore
10:00am-4:00pm
Fort Wayne
Holly Trolley Shopping!
On Saturday, Nov. 30, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Good Shepherd Books & Gifts will be offering a 20% discount on your entire purchase that day!
Free Hot Wassail & Cookies!
Free trolley rides around downtown and park free in our garage until 4 p.m.
Website: http://www.goodshepherdbookstore.org
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
Fundraiser
Allen County Right to Life fundraiser
4:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Allen County Right to Life will benefit from a fundraiser Saturday, Nov. 30, from 4-8 p.m., while you dine at Panera on 526 E. Coliseum Blvd.
Support Allen County Right to Life as Panera will be donating 20%.
Online orders may also participate for extra convenience. Just enter the promo code “PRFUND” to have a portion of your proceeds donated.
For information visit www.ichooselife.org/panera
Website: https://www.ichooselife.org
Address
Panera Bread
526 E Coliseum Blvd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46805
Address
Panera Bread
526 E Coliseum Blvd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46805
4:30pm-5:30pm
South Bend
Tuesday Dec 03
Parish / Community
Our Lady of Guadalupe Novena
6:00pm-7:00pm
Kendallville
Diocesan-Sponsored
Evening of Hope and Healing for those struggling with infertility and secondary infertility
7:00pm-9:00pm
South Bend
Cost: free of charge
An Evening of Hope and Healing will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. at St. Therese, Little Flower Church in South Bend. This special gathering will focus on the Advent spirit of waiting with hope, and will feature a witness talk by Notre Dame theology professor Timothy O’Mally and his wife, Kara. The evening will also include inspiring music, Eucharistic Adoration, and an opportunity to receive healing prayer as individuals or as couples offered by Father Drew Curry, Father Terry Coonan, Deacon Fred Everett and members of the prayer ministry team at Little Flower. Sponsored by Marriage and Family Ministry, Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/MarriageandFamily
Address
St. Thérese, Little Flower parish
54191 N Ironwood Rd.
South Bend Indiana, 46635
Address
St. Thérese, Little Flower parish
54191 N Ironwood Rd.
South Bend Indiana, 46635
Diocesan-Sponsored
Little Flower Holy Hour
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Join us on the First Tuesday of every month for the Little Flower Holy Hour to pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life. This month Father David Voors, pastor of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton will be the celebrant and lead the Holy Hour.
Address
St. Mother Theodore Guerin Chapel
1122 South Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Mass / Liturgy
Advent Lessons and Carols
7:00pm-8:30pm
Granger
Cost: None
An Advent Lessons and Carols service will be held Tuesday, Dec. 3, 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
Wednesday Dec 04
Fundraiser
Holiday Tables luncheon for Saints Alive!
11:30am-1:30pm
Fort Wayne
The annual Saints Alive! Holiday Tables Luncheon is the perfect way to ring in the holiday season by enjoying a delicious lunch surrounded by Mrs. Patsy Dumas’ extensive collection of Christmas China! Every table has a different setting of seasonal china and decorations.
This festive event is Wednesday, December 4, at 11:30 a.m. A good will donation is collected during the event; all to help to support Bishop Dwenger.
Address
Home of Patsy Dumas
10109 Silver Lake Court
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
6:30pm-7:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free
Begin the Advent season with John Angotti as he leads us in “Advent Lessons and Carols: A Journey to Christmas via Music and Scripture” on Wednesday, Dec. 4, at 6:30 p.m. in St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 1502 E Wallen Rd. Grady Gambrell, JT Brown, Dion Clay and St. Vincent Musicians will join John in this musical reflection.
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 05
Mass / Liturgy
Advent Rosary and Reconcilation
12:00am-12:00am
South Bend
Advent Rosary
Take some time out of the hectic season of Christmas preparations by focusing on the spirit of Advent and preparing for the celebration of Christmas by participating in the Advent Rosary, which will be prayed the Thursdays of Advent (December 5, 12 and 19) at 7:00 p.m. in the parish center Mary Chapel, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council 553, to which Holy Cross Parish belongs.
Advent Confessions
The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available on Wednesday, December 11 & 18, during the weekly Holy Hour at 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the church. You are welcome to come just for individual confession (enter through the church side door nearest the parking lot), or to participate in part or all of the Holy Hour of adoration and benediction. We will not have the Holy Hour on December 4th due to the Advent Reconciliation Service at St. Joseph Parish.
Website: http://www.hcpsb.org
Address
Holy Cross Parish
920 Wilber St.
South Bend Indiana, 46628
Address
Holy Cross Parish
920 Wilber St.
South Bend Indiana, 46628
Parish / Community
Our Lady of Guadalupe Novena
6:00pm-7:00pm
Kendallville
Friday Dec 06
Retreat / Pilgrimage
Rejoice! Women's Retreat
6:00pm-12:00pm
Plymouth
Cost: Retreat Registration: $130 College Women: $95 Lodging separate cost
Join us for the 2019 Rejoice! Women’s Retreat, titled Mary, the Paradise of God, and Temple of Holiness and Love to be held Dec. 6-8 at the Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center. The retreat director is Father Kevin Joyce, and is a priest and parish pastor in the Archdiocese of Omaha. He is the founder of His Global Love, an apostolate of contemplative, communal intercessory prayer, approved by the USCCB. Registration will open Thursday, Sept. 12. Registration deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 13. Space is limited to 135 participants. Register online at www.diocesefwsb.org/rejoice If you need assistance with online registration, contact Melissa Belleville at 260-399-1447.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/rejoice
Address
Lindenwood Retreat & Conference Center
9601 Union Road
Plymouth Indiana, 46513
Address
Lindenwood Retreat & Conference Center
9601 Union Road
Plymouth Indiana, 46513
Parish / Community
Our Lady of Guadalupe Novena
6:00pm-7:00pm
Kendallville
Saturday Dec 07
Fundraiser
St. Michael's cookie walk and craft sale
8:00am-12:00pm
Plymouth
Cost: $4/lb
St. Michael’s Altar Rosary Society is sponsoring a cookie walk and craft sale Saturday, Dec. 7, from 8 a.m. to noon in the school cafeteria, across Center Street from the church. Cookies are $4/lb. Donated crafts are priced as marked. Thank you in advance for supporting the parish.
Address
St. Michael's School Cafeteria
612 N Center Street
Plymouth Indiana, 46563
Diocesan-Sponsored
St. Nicholas sale at Good Shepherd Bookstore
9:00am-5:00pm
Fort Wayne
Good Shepherd Bookstore will have a St. Nicholas Sale
December 7-14. The sale includes 20% off your entire purchase, free hot wassail and cookies and free parking in the garage.
Website: http://www.goodshepherdbookstore.org
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
Fundraiser
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Christmas craft fair
9:00am-3:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free
Shop local on Saturday, Dec. 7 at the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Christmas craft fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Find unique, handmade items perfect for gift-giving or for treating yourself. The fair will be featuring handmade home decor, rosaries, wreaths, paper art, hand sewn items, jewelry, pottery, prints, repurposed furniture, stocking stuffers and more. Chili, pizza and snacks will be available for purchase. Contact seaschristmascraftfair@gmail.com for questions or find us on Facebook: facebook.com/seaschristmascraftfair.
Address
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church
10700 Aboite Center Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46804
Parish / Community
Winter Wonderland craft bazaar and bake sale
9:00am-2:00pm
Bristol
Cost: Free
St. Mary’s annual Winter Wonderland Craft Bazaar and Bake Sale will be Saturday, Dec. 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Annunciation Hall. Crafts, handmade items, baked goods and a few direct sales items will be available. Love and Blessings Catholic Books and Gift Store will also be open. This is a great opportunity to start (or finish) your Christmas Shopping. Concessions will be available as you shop.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/691687727591496/
Address
St. Mary of the Annunciation
411 W. Vistula Street
Bristol Indiana, 46507
Address
St. Mary of the Annunciation
411 W. Vistula Street
Bristol Indiana, 46507
Parish / Community
Saint Nick Six
9:30am-12:00pm
South Bend
Cost: Varies
The 11th annual Saint Nick Six 6K/3K race takes place Saturday, Dec. 7, at St. Joseph Parish in South Bend. Proceeds from the race benefit St. Joseph Grade School. The 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 22 will receive a long sleeve race shirt.
Website: http://www.stjoeparish.com/SaintNickSix
Address
St. Joseph Grade School, South Bend
216 N. Hill St.
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Address
St. Joseph Grade School, South Bend
216 N. Hill St.
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Diocesan-Sponsored
Meet St. Nicholas at Good Shepherd Bookstore
10:00am-4:00pm
Fort Wayne
Meet St. Nicholas Saturday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Come meet and talk with St. Nicholas.
Free gift for the children. Free hot wassail and cookies and 20% off your entire purchase.
Website: http://www.goodshepherdbookstore.org
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
Parish / Community
Our Lady of Guadalupe Novena
7:00pm-8:00pm
Kendallville
Sunday Dec 08
Parish / Community
St. Nicholas Breakfast
9:00am-12:00am
South Bend
Cost: Free will donation
A special pancake breakfast to celebrate the Feast of Saint Nicholas, Bishop of Myra will be Sunday, Dec. 8, from 9 a.m. to noon. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus (Santa Maria Council 553). Guests will enjoy breakfast, a photo opportunity with the Bishop of Myra, crafts, a cookie sale and hot chocolate. Donations are collected to benefit the Diocesan Seminarian Support Fund.
Website: https://www.stasb.org/fellowship
Address
St. Anthony de Padua
2320 E. Jefferson Blvd
South Bend Indiana, 46615
Address
St. Anthony de Padua
2320 E. Jefferson Blvd
South Bend Indiana, 46615
11:00am-12:00pm
South Bend
Cost: free
Masses Interpreted for the deaf are held on the second and fourth Sundays of the month at 11 a.m. at St. Matthew Cathedral, 1701 Miami St. An interpreter from Community Services All Deaf (CSAD) provides ASL (American Sign Language). St. Matthew Cathedral Parish and the Diocesan Deaf Ministry offer these monthly Masses and encourage people to extend the invitation to family and friends who are deaf. If you would like to raise awareness for the Deaf Ministry and assist its efforts to provide support for the deaf members of the Catholic community in our diocese contact Allison Sturm at asturm@diocesefwsb.org or at 260-299-1452.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Deaf-Ministry
Address
St. Matthew Cathedral
1701 Miami St.
South Bend Indiana, 46613
Address
St. Matthew Cathedral
1701 Miami St.
South Bend Indiana, 46613
11:00am-1:00pm
Kendallville
Immaculate Conception Church in Kendallville will celebrate their patronal feast day on Sunday, Dec. 8. The celebration will begin with a bilingual celebration of the Holy Mass, followed by a spaghetti dinner.
Mass / Liturgy
Mass Interpreted for the Deaf
11:30am-12:30am
Fort Wayne
Cost: free
A Mass interpreted for the deaf will be held on the second Sunday of each month at the 11:30 a.m. Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in downtown, Fort Wayne. An interpreter from Deaflink, a service of The League for the Blind & Disabled Inc., will provide ASL (American Sign Language). The Cathedral Parish and the Diocesan Deaf Ministry offer this monthly Mass (Second Sunday at 11:30 am) and encourage people to extend the invitation to family and friends who are deaf to attend Mass.
If you would like to raise awareness for the Deaf Ministry and assist its efforts to provide support for the deaf members of the Catholic community in our diocese, please contact Allison Sturm at asturm@diocesefwsb.org or at (260) 399-1452.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Deaf-Ministry
Address
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
1122 S. Clinton
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Address
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
1122 S. Clinton
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Parish / Community
Parish Penance Service
3:00pm-12:00am
Garrett
Cost: Free
Their will be multiple priests available to hear confessions. They will stay until all confessions are heard.
Address
St. Joseph Catholic Church
Ijams Street
Garrett Indiana, 46738
Parish / Community
Our Lady of Guadalupe Novena
6:00pm-7:00pm
Kendallville
Parish / Community
Taize - A Candlelight Service of Prayer, Song and Contemplation
7:00pm-8:00pm
South Bend
Cost: Free
Please join us for a candlelight service of prayer, song and contemplation celebrating Advent.
Website: https://christthekingonline.com/
Address
Christ the King Catholic Church
52473 SR 933
South Bend Indiana, 46637
Address
Christ the King Catholic Church
52473 SR 933
South Bend Indiana, 46637
Monday Dec 09
Mass / Liturgy
Advent Lessons and Carols
6:00pm-12:00am
South Bend
Cost: Free
This Advent service alternates lessons (Scripture readings or reflections) and carols to point us toward the Incarnation. Celebrating this year on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, we walk with Mary as a model for welcoming Christ into our hearts and lives.
Website: http://www.stjoeparish.com
Address
St. Joseph Church
211 N. Hill St.
711 E Colfax Ave
South Bend Indiana, 46617-2882
Address
St. Joseph Church
211 N. Hill St.
711 E Colfax Ave
South Bend Indiana, 46617-2882
Parish / Community
Our Lady of Guadalupe Novena
6:00pm-7:00pm
Kendallville
Tuesday Dec 10
Parish / Community
Our Lady of Guadalupe Novena
6:00pm-7:00pm
Kendallville
Mass / Liturgy
Advent Taize Prayer
7:00pm-8:00pm
Granger
St. Pius X Catholic Church, 52553 Fir Rd. will offer Taize prayer, Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m. in the church. 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 11
Fundraiser
Christmas Around the World
5:30pm-7:00am
South Bend
Cost: Free
Holy Family students proudly present Christmas Around the World Wednesday, Dec. 11, at the school. Facts, snacks and crafts will take you on a joy filled journey around the globe. Come and share the traditions and celebrations of our most beautiful feast of Christmas!
The Junior High students have been hard at work handcrafting items that will be offered for sale at this event. All proceeds will help fund education scholarships for Father Joe’s students at Bethany Miracle Village in Uganda, East Africa. For more information, please visit bethanymiraclevillage.org or call the school office.
Address
Holy Family School
56407 Mayflower Road
South Bend Indiana, 46619
Parish / Community
Our Lady of Guadalupe Novena
6:00pm-7:00pm
Kendallville
Thursday Dec 12
Mass / Liturgy
Misa Guadalupe
5:00pm-6:00pm
Kendallville
Saturday Dec 14
Retreat / Pilgrimage
Blessed is She advent gathering
12:00pm-3:00pm
South Bend
Cost: None
An advent gathering of all women – daughters and sisters, moms and grandmas, single or married – will be Saturday, Dec. 14, at noon, with a social, then a talk broadcast (via Blessed is She) from Michelle Benzinger. Bring a dish to share. Infants-in-arms welcome.
Address
St. Thérèse Little Flower Catholic Church
54191 Ironwood Road
South Bend Indiana, 46635
Parish / Community
St. Thomas the Apostle School live Nativity
5:30pm-8:30pm
Elkhart
Cost: Free
St. Thomas the Apostle Church and School will have a Live Nativity on Saturday, Dec. 14, at 5:30 p.m., following the 4:30 p.m. Vigil Mass. Join us in the church for the Live Nativity and Live Music. Live animals will be outside and afterwards we will offer refreshments in the school. Everyone is welcome to enjoy this FREE, family, fun event. #STSLiveNativity
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1598827576908501/
Address
St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church
1405 N Main St.
Elkhart Indiana, 46514
Address
St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church
1405 N Main St.
Elkhart Indiana, 46514
Sunday Dec 15
Mass / Liturgy
Advent reconciliation service in Auburn
3:00pm-4:00pm
Auburn
5 Priests will be available to hear confessions.
Website: http://www.iccauburn.com
Parish / Community
Advent Lessons and Carols
4:00pm-5:00pm
South Bend
Cost: Free
Christ the King Parish and School present Advent Lessons and Carols.
Website: https://christthekingonline.com/
Address
Christ the King Catholic Church
52473 SR 933
South Bend Indiana, 46637
Address
Christ the King Catholic Church
52473 SR 933
South Bend Indiana, 46637
Mass / Liturgy
Festival of Lessons and Carols
4:00pm-5:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: Free
St. Bavo Church, 511 W. 7th St. in Mishawaka, will host its 15th annual “Festival of Lessons and Carols,” on Sunday, December 15 at 4:00 P.M. The program will feature the St. Bavo Parish Choir and the Schola from St. Joseph Parish, Mishawaka. Father Pete Pacini, Pastor of St. Bavo will preside.
The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols is a service celebrating the birth of Jesus. It is a brief journey through salvation history. The readings begin with the story of the fall of humanity, followed by the promise of the Messiah, and then the birth of Jesus. All told in nine short Bible readings from Genesis, the prophetic books and the Gospels, 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 and 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
Parish / Community
Novena de Navidad
6:00pm-12:00am
Kendallville
Monday Dec 16
Parish / Community
Quiet evening of prayer
5:00pm-9:00pm
South Bend
In the busyness of the holiday season, it may be hard to remember to slow down and focus on what and who this time is all about. St. Joseph Church will be open from 5-9 p.m. for all to spend a little quiet time with Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. Come for five minutes or come for an hour; all are welcome. (The Knights of Columbus will be leading a rosary beginning at 7:30 p.m.)
Address
St. Joseph Catholic Church
226 N Hill Street
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Parish / Community
Novena de Navidad
6:00pm-12:00am
Kendallville
Mass / Liturgy
Advent reconciliation service
6:30pm-8:30pm
Fort Wayne
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish will have an Advent reconciliation service Monday, Dec. 16. We will start promptly at 6:30 p.m. and continue until all are finished, typically until 8-8:30 p.m. All are welcome.
Website: http://www.seasfw.org
Address
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church
10700 Aboite Center Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46804
Address
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church
10700 Aboite Center Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46804
Parish / Community
Festival of lessons and carols
7:00pm-12:00am
Fort Wayne
St. Therese Church will host a festival of lessons and carols Monday, Dec. 16, at 7 p.m. at St. Therese Church, 2304 Lower Huntington Rd. 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 Music Ministry of St. Therese under the direction of Beverly Rieger, the Festival of Lessons and Carols is a candle-lit service of carols and scripture presented around the time of Christmas. It has a long history, beginning in England in the early 1800s, and continued to this day.
Actually, the service begins at 6:45 p.m. with prelude music featuring Guest David Ling on violin, Guest Classical Flautist, Tamara Searer-Jenkins, and Guest Organist Allen Goebbert, Ms. Rieger 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.
In addition to the St. Therese Choir, participants include 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 17
Parish / Community
Novena de Navidad
6:00pm-12:00am
Kendallville
Mass / Liturgy
Advent Penance service
7:00pm-8:30pm
Granger
Cost: None
St. Pius X Parish, 52553 Fir Rd. will gather together as a parish community for an Advent penance service on Tuesday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m., to hear God’s saving word and to celebrate the sacrament of God’s forgiveness and love.
Address
St. Pius X Catholic Church
52553 Fir Road
Granger Indiana, 46530
Wednesday Dec 18
Parish / Community
Novena de Navidad
6:00pm-12:00am
Kendallville
Diocesan-Sponsored
ava's grace support group
7:00pm-8:30pm
Mishawaka
Cost: free of charge
If you have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss and would like to listen to and pray with others who know this deep suffering, please consider attending our new monthly support group sponsored by ava’s grace, the diocesan ministry dedicated to offering spiritual, emotional and practical support to families who have lost a baby before or after birth. The group meets on the third Wednesday evening of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Saint John Paul II Center, located at 1328 W. Dragoon Trail, Mishawaka, IN 46544. For more information about ava’s grace, please contact Lisa Everett at leverett@diocesefwsb.org, or visit our website at www.diocesefwsb.org/avasgrace.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/avasgrace
Address
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Address
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Thursday Dec 19
Parish / Community
Novena de Navidad
6:00pm-12:00am
Kendallville
Friday Dec 20
Parish / Community
Novena de Navidad
6:00pm-12:00am
Kendallville
Saturday Dec 21
Parish / Community
Novena de Navidad
7:00pm-12:00am
Kendallville
Sunday Dec 22
11:00am-12:00pm
South Bend
Cost: free
Masses Interpreted for the deaf are held on the second and fourth Sundays of the month at 11 a.m. at St. Matthew Cathedral, 1701 Miami St. An interpreter from Community Services All Deaf (CSAD) provides ASL (American Sign Language). St. Matthew Cathedral Parish and the Diocesan Deaf Ministry offer these monthly Masses and encourage people to extend the invitation to family and friends who are deaf. If you would like to raise awareness for the Deaf Ministry and assist its efforts to provide support for the deaf members of the Catholic community in our diocese contact Allison Sturm at asturm@diocesefwsb.org or at 260-299-1452.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Deaf-Ministry
Address
St. Matthew Cathedral
1701 Miami St.
South Bend Indiana, 46613
Address
St. Matthew Cathedral
1701 Miami St.
South Bend Indiana, 46613
Parish / Community
Novena de Navidad
6:00pm-12:00am
Kendallville
Monday Dec 23
Mass / Liturgy
Posada at Immaculate Conception Parish
6:00pm-7:00pm
Kendallville
Tuesday Dec 24
Mass / Liturgy
Christmas Lessons and Carols at St. Pius X
3:30pm-12:00am
Granger
Christmas Eve Lessons and Carols will be Tuesday, Dec. 24, with the choirs of St. Pius X before each Christmas Eve Mass (4 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and Midnight). The Children’s Choir and Adult Ensemble will sing at 3:30 p.m. The Sunday Evening Choir will sing at 6 p.m. The Sunday Morning Choir will sing at 11:15 p.m. Instrumentalists will join all choirs. The parish Adult and Youth Handbell choirs will play prelude music 15 minutes before Mass on Christmas Day at 9 and 11 a.m.
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
Friday Dec 27
Diocesan-Sponsored
The 6th annual Cupertino Classic
6:30pm-9:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: Free
The Cupertino Classic will be Friday, Dec. 27, at Marian High School, 1311 S. Logan St., from 6:30-9 p.m. It is the annual Priest vs. seminarian basketball game. This year, the event will be at Marian High School in Mishawaka for the first time. The seminarians look to continue building on their two-year win streak, while the priests have been reloading their roster via ordination. Who will capture this year’s Cupertino Classic? Come out and support our priests and seminarians.