Upcoming Events
Friday Jan 01
Mass / Liturgy
Solemnity of Mary Mass interpreted for the Deaf
10:00am-11:00am
South Bend
Cost: free
An interpreter for the deaf will be present at the 10am Mass celebrating the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God 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 partner to offer interpreters at special Masses in addition to the regularly scheduled monthly Masses on the 2nd and 4th Sundays at 11am. If you would like to raise awareness for the Deaf Ministry and assist in 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 260-399-1452.
Address
St. Matthew Cathedral
1701 Miami Street
South Bend Indiana, 46613
Mass / Liturgy
Solemnity of Mary Mass interpreted for the Deaf
10:00am-11:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost: free
An interpreter for the deaf will be present at the 11:30am Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Mass on January 1st at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception 1122 S. Clinton Fort Wayne, IN 46802. An interpreter from Deaflink, a service of The League for the Blind & Disabled Inc. provides ASL (American Sign Language). The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Parish and the Diocesan Deaf Ministry partner to offer interpreters at special Masses in addition to the monthly Mass on the Second Sunday at 11:30 am. If you would like to raise awareness for the Deaf Ministry and assist in 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.
Address
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
1122 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Saturday Jan 02
Parish / Community
Opportunities to Stand for Life this January
12:00am-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free of charge
January 22, 2021 marks the 48th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the tragic Supreme Court decision which legalized abortion on demand in our nation. There are many opportunities in our diocese to witness to life this January and to pray for an end to abortion: prayer gatherings, a peaceful protest, a downtown march and even a drive-in rally!
Please visit https://diocesefwsb.org/local-marches for a listing of all of the local pro-life events this month, as well as how to sign up for the national 9 Days for Life novena.
Website: https://diocesefwsb.org/local-marches
Address
Throughout the diocese
Archbishop Noll Catholic Center
915 S Clinton St.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Address
Throughout the diocese
Archbishop Noll Catholic Center
915 S Clinton St.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Sunday Jan 03
Youth / School
Children's Liturgy of the Word Videos
12:00am-12:00am
n/a
Cost: free
Happy New Year! Please join us for free, online Children’s Liturgy of the Word for the Epiphany of the Lord! (Our Children’s Liturgy videos also air on the CatholicTV channel Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. EST.) A link to a free, printable coloring page can be found at https://linktr.ee/kidsliturgy or in the YouTube video description. Please feel free to share our program with others!
If you would like to share your child’s faith-based drawings or weekly coloring pages, please e-mail them to kidsliturgy2020@gmail.com, and we will try to feature them in next week’s video.
We will continue producing these videos while Children’s Liturgy services across the globe are affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Stay safe and well, and may God bless you with good health and the peace of Christ in this New Year! (Heidi and Mark Witte, co-producers of Children’s Liturgy of the Word, are parishioners at Christ The King Catholic Church in South Bend.)
Website: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfg9euOFfmsu-xX7S2tCcNA?view_as=subscriber
Address
CatholicTV or YouTube (see link below)
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n/a
n/a Indiana, n/a
Address
CatholicTV or YouTube (see link below)
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n/a Indiana, n/a
Tuesday Jan 05
Diocesan-Sponsored
Little Flower Holy Hour
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Little Flower Holy Hour for Vocations is sponsored by the Vocations Office. This monthly event is held from 7 – 8 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the St. Mother Theodore Guerin Chapel next to the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Fort Wayne. Each month is led by a different diocesan priest or deacon, with the January Holy Hour being led by Fr. Tom Shoemaker. Please join us in praying for vocations!
Address
St. Mother Theodore Guerin Chapel
1102 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Wednesday Jan 06
Mass / Liturgy
Sensory-Friendly Mass at St. Elizabeth
6:00pm-6:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: free
The sensory-friendly Mass at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 10700 Aboite Center Road has been temporarily moved from the first Sunday to the first Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. until further notice.
A sensory-friendly Mass provides a safe and comfortable setting for children and adults with sensory challenges, mental illness or any kind of disability to feel engaged and experience Mass in a meaningful way with family members and caregivers. It is open to others outside of St. Elizabeth parish who would benefit from a sensory-friendly environment. Livestream: www.facebook.com/belongingFWSB. Contact Allison at 260.399.1452 or asturm@diocesefwsb.org for questions.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/belonging
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
Parish / Community
Epiphany concert at St. Vincent de Paul
7:00pm-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost: FREE
An Epiphany Concert at St. Vincent de Paul Church, 1502 E Wallen Rd., will be Wednesday, Jan. 6, at 7 p.m. Members of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic will help us celebrate the Christmas season with beautiful music. No charge. This performance will also be streamed at saintv.org, YouTube and Facebook.
Website: https://www.saintv.org/
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
1502 E Wallen Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
1502 E Wallen Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Saturday Jan 09
Diocesan-Sponsored
Discípulos en Misión/ Disciples on a Mission
9:00am-12:00pm
Mishawaka
Join us for this monthly program of evangelization and faith formation through Facebook Live @ministeriohispanofwsb or in person by pre-registration. Every session will include topics, personal reflection and group dialogue. Topics: Who is Jesus? What is discipleship? How do I discern my gift and talents? Prayer, spiritual healing, new life in Christ, biblical foundations, pastoral leadership and more! Sessions are in Spanish and completely free beginning January 9th, 2021 and continuing every second Saturday of the month throughout the year. For more information visit: diocesefwsb.org/discipulos-en-mision.
Acompáñanos en este programa mensual de evangelización y formación en la fe por Facebook Live @minsteriohispanofwsb o en persona con preinscripción. Cada sesión incluirá oración, dinámicas, temas, reflexión personal y diálogo en grupos. Temas: ¿Quién es Jesús? ¿Qué es el Discipulado? ¿Cómo discernir mis dones y talentos? Oración, sanación espiritual, nueva vida en Cristo, fundamentos bíblicos, liderazgo pastoral ¡y más! Completamente gratis y en español, este programa comienza el 9 de enero y se llevará a cabo el segundo sábado de cada mes durante el año. Para más información visita: diocesefwsb.org/discipulos-en-mision.
Website: https://diocesefwsb.org/discipulos-en-mision/
Sunday Jan 10
Youth / School
Children's Liturgy of the Word Videos
12:00am-12:00am
n/a
Cost: free
Please join us for a free Children’s Liturgy of the Word video for the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord! (Our Children’s Liturgy videos also air on the CatholicTV channel Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. EST.) A link to a free, printable coloring page can be found at https://linktr.ee/kidsliturgy or in the YouTube video description. Please feel free to share our program with others!
If you would like to share your child’s faith-based drawings or weekly coloring pages, please e-mail them to kidsliturgy2020@gmail.com, and we will try to feature them in next week’s video.
We will continue producing these videos while Children’s Liturgy services across the globe are affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Stay safe and well, and may God bless you with good health and the peace of Christ in this New Year! (Heidi and Mark Witte, co-producers of Children’s Liturgy of the Word, are parishioners at Christ The King Catholic Church in South Bend.)
Website: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfg9euOFfmsu-xX7S2tCcNA?view_as=subscriber
Address
CatholicTV or YouTube (see link below)
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n/a Indiana, n/a
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CatholicTV or YouTube (see link below)
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n/a Indiana, n/a
Friday Jan 15
No events today.
Saturday Jan 16
Parish / Community
ProLife Drive-In Rally, "Moving the Movement" Midwest Tour
4:00pm-6:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: free of charge, but please a donation of diapers
Can’t take a bus to the Chicago or National March for Life this year? On Saturday, January 16th, the “Moving the Movement” Midwest tour is bringing the pro-life momentum to Fort Wayne with a drive-in rally, inspiring speakers, and diaper drive! Sponsored by the March for Life Chicago, and co-hosted by the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Right to Life of Northeast Indiana, this is a unique opportunity to support the culture of life right in our community! The rally will begin at 4 PM at Concordia Theological Seminary, 6600 N Clinton Street, at the parking lot near the soccer fields. Parking opens 1 hour prior to the rally. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the rally start to ensure all are parked. Ushers will greet your car, take any diaper donations, and direct you to a parking spot. For more information and to register, please see https://marchforlifechicago.org/tour.
Website: https://marchforlifechicago.org/tour
Address
Concordia Lutheran Seminary
6600 N. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Address
Concordia Lutheran Seminary
6600 N. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Sunday Jan 17
Youth / School
Children's Liturgy of the Word Video
12:00am-12:00am
n/a
Cost: free
Please join us for a free Children’s Liturgy of the Word video for the 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. (Our Children’s Liturgy videos also air on the CatholicTV channel Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. EST.) A link to a free, printable coloring page can be found at https://linktr.ee/kidsliturgy or in the YouTube video description. Please feel free to share our program with others!
If you would like to share your child’s faith-based drawings or weekly coloring pages, please e-mail them to kidsliturgy2020@gmail.com, and we will try to feature them in next week’s video.
We will continue producing these videos while Children’s Liturgy services across the globe are affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Stay safe and well, and may God bless you with good health and the peace of Christ in this New Year! (Heidi and Mark Witte, co-producers of Children’s Liturgy of the Word, are parishioners at Christ The King Catholic Church in South Bend.)
Website: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfg9euOFfmsu-xX7S2tCcNA?view_as=subscriber
Address
CatholicTV or YouTube (see link below)
n/a
n/a
n/a Indiana, n/a
Address
CatholicTV or YouTube (see link below)
n/a
n/a
n/a Indiana, n/a
Monday Jan 18
Diocesan-Sponsored
Disciple
7:30pm-9:00pm
Mishawaka
DISCIPLE is a 10 session course over Zoom to help committed Christians in putting Jesus more at the center of their lives and daily decisions. Each session will look at a different aspect of discipleship as well as practical guidance in building up a life of prayer. Daily homework assignments of 15 minutes will make use of selected scripture readings and time for personal prayer.
Address
Virtual-Zoom
1328 W Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Young Adult
Alpha Online - Young Adult Series
7:30pm-9:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: Free
Register for Alpha Online FWSB – Young Adult Series – a 10-week small group discussion series featuring the highly-acclaimed Alpha film series which explores the Christian faith with inspiring stories and engaging interviews from around the world. Ask questions about life, grow in fellowship, and form lasting friendships from the comfort of your own home. Whether you want to deepen your own relationship with Jesus or show someone else what life in Christ looks like, register for this free series for young adults in their 20s and 30s and invite a friend. It will take place over Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:30 to 9 p.m. from January 18 through March 22. For more information and to register, visit: diocesefwsb.org/alpha
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/alpha
Address
Online (Zoom meeting)
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Address
Online (Zoom meeting)
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Tuesday Jan 19
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap – Winter Series
6:30pm-8:30pm
Granger
Join us for this Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith! This event is generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
Series Theme: Who Is My Neighbor?
January 19 – Economic Solidarity – Margie Pfeil
January 26 – Religious Solidarity – John Pinter
February 2 – Earth Our Common Home – Shawn Storer
February 9 – Racial Solidarity – Eric Styles
February 16 – Mardi Gras! (6:00pm at St. Pius X, Granger)
Learn More: diocesefwsb.org/tot
Website: http://www.diocesfwsb.org/tot
Formation / Training
Belonging: Zoom workshop
7:00pm-7:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: free
Belonging: Ministry with Persons with Disabilities is offering a ZOOM Workshop on the Sensory-Friendly Mass on Tuesday, Jan. 19 from 7-7:30 p.m.
A sensory-friendly Mass provides a safe, welcoming, stigma-free environment that helps children and adults with sensory challenges, mental illness, or any kind of disability to feel engaged and experience Mass in a meaningful way with family and caregivers.
Pastor at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Father Dave Voors, along with parishioners, catechists and parents will explain this Mass in greater detail and answer questions. There is no cost but you must contact Allison Sturm at asturm@diocesefwsb.org to get the ZOOM link to participate.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/belonging
Address
Virtual
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Address
Virtual
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap – Winter Series
7:15pm-8:15pm
Fort Wayne
Join us for this Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith! This event is generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
Series Theme: Fraternity & Social Friendship
January 19:
Whole Human Family / Common Good
Mary Glowaski
January 26:
What it Means to Be a Neighbor
Shawn Storer
February 2:
The Limitations of Digital Connection / Networking vs. Fraternity
Josh Noem
February 9:
Dialogue vs. Monologue: Is Your Participation Only Self-Serving?
Lewis Pearson
February 16 – Mardi Gras!
Closing Mass at 6:30pm
Learn More: diocesefwsb.org/tot
Website: http://www.diocesfwsb.org/tot
Friday Jan 22
Mass / Liturgy
Day of Prayer and Fasting for the Protection of the Unborn
9:00am-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
January 22 will mark the 48 anniversary of the infamous decision of Roe v. Wade, which legalized abortion in the United States. All are invited and encouraged to make this day one of prayer and fasting for the legal protection of the unborn. At Our Lady of Good Hope the following will take place:
9 a.m.: Mass with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament to follow
3 p.m.: Divine Mercy Chaplet
6 p.m.: All the Mysteries of the Holy Rosary will be prayed
6:45 p.m.: Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament
7 p.m.: Mass for the Legal Protection of the Unborn
Address
Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church
7215 Saint Joe Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46835
Saturday Jan 23
Parish / Community
Fort Wayne Rally and March for Life
12:00pm-2:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free of charge
Join Bishop Rhoades at the Rally and March for Life 2021 sponsored by Right to Life of Northeast Indiana on Saturday, Jan. 23. The Rally will begin at 12 PM at the University of St. Francis Performing Arts Center, 431 W Berry St, with a keynote by Mark Vandersteeg, the brother-in-law of Dr. Ulrich Klopfer, followed by the march at 1 PM. Doors open at 11:30 AM with informational tables in the lobby. Participants will follow COVID-19 guidelines as recommended at the time of the event. Visit www.ichooselife.org/marchnortheastin for the most up-to-date information.
Website: https://www.ichooselife.org/marchnortheastin
Address
University of St. Francis Performing Arts Center
431 W. Berry Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Address
University of St. Francis Performing Arts Center
431 W. Berry Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Monday Jan 25
Diocesan-Sponsored
DISCIPLE
7:30pm-9:00pm
Mishawaka
DISCIPLE is a 10 session course over Zoom to help committed Christians in putting Jesus more at the center of their lives and daily decisions. Each session will look at a different aspect of discipleship as well as practical guidance in building up a life of prayer. Daily homework assignments of 15 minutes will make use of selected scripture readings and time for personal prayer.
Website: https://diocesefwsb.org/disciple/
Address
Virtual-Zoom
1328 W Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Address
Virtual-Zoom
1328 W Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Diocesan-Sponsored
Alpha Online - Young Adult Series
7:30pm-9:00pm
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Cost: Free
Register for Alpha Online FWSB – Young Adult Series – a 10-week small group discussion series featuring the highly-acclaimed Alpha film series which explores the Christian faith with inspiring stories and engaging interviews from around the world. Ask questions about life, grow in fellowship, and form lasting friendships from the comfort of your own home. Whether you want to deepen your own relationship with Jesus or show someone else what life in Christ looks like, register for this free series for young adults in their 20s and 30s and invite a friend. It will take place over Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:30 to 9 p.m. from January 18 through March 22. For more information and to register, visit: diocesefwsb.org/alpha
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/alpha
Address
Online (Zoom meeting)
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Address
Online (Zoom meeting)
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Tuesday Jan 26
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap – Winter Series
6:30pm-8:30pm
Granger
Join us for this Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith! This event is generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
Series Theme: Who Is My Neighbor?
January 19 – Economic Solidarity – Margie Pfeil
January 26 – Religious Solidarity – John Pinter
February 2 – Earth Our Common Home – Shawn Storer
February 9 – Racial Solidarity – Eric Styles
February 16 – Mardi Gras! (6:00pm at St. Pius X, Granger)
Learn More: diocesefwsb.org/tot
Website: http://www.diocesfwsb.org/tot
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap – Winter Series
7:15pm-8:15pm
Fort Wayne
Join us for this Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith! This event is generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
Series Theme: Fraternity & Social Friendship
January 19:
Whole Human Family / Common Good
Mary Glowaski
January 26:
What it Means to Be a Neighbor
Shawn Storer
February 2:
The Limitations of Digital Connection / Networking vs. Fraternity
Josh Noem
February 9:
Dialogue vs. Monologue: Is Your Participation Only Self-Serving?
Lewis Pearson
February 16 – Mardi Gras!
Closing Mass at 6:30pm
Learn More: diocesefwsb.org/tot
Website: http://www.diocesfwsb.org/tot
Friday Jan 29
Parish / Community
Peaceful ProLife Protest
12:00pm-1:00pm
South Bend
Cost: Free of charge
Join Bishop Rhoades for a peaceful protest in front of the Federal Courthouse in downtown South Bend on Friday, January 29th from noon to 1:00 PM, sponsored by Right to Life Michiana. The Federal Courthouse is located at 204 South Main Street, and free two-hour parking is available on most downtown streets. Please wear a mask and maintain social distance during this event. For more information, please go to https://www.prolifemichiana.org/march.
Website: https://www.prolifemichiana.org/march
Address
In front of the Federal Courthouse in South Bend
204 South Main Street
South Bend Indiana, 46601
Address
In front of the Federal Courthouse in South Bend
204 South Main Street
South Bend Indiana, 46601
Parish / Community
South Bend March for Life
12:00pm-1:00pm
South Bend
Each January, pro-life witnesses throughout the country come together to take a stand for life on the solemn anniversary of Roe v. Wade. While hundreds of thousands march for life on our nation’s capital, hundreds likewise protest in solidarity in our local community. Across the nation, the message is clear: abortion takes human lives and cannot be tolerated.
Website: https://www.prolifemichiana.org/march
Address
South Bend Federal Courthouse
204 S. Main St.
Suite 130
South Bend Indiana, 46601
Address
South Bend Federal Courthouse
204 S. Main St.
Suite 130
South Bend Indiana, 46601
Saturday Jan 30
Parish / Community
ProLife prayer gathering
12:00pm-1:00pm
Elkhart
Cost: Free of charge
Join Bishop Rhoades for an outdoor prayer gathering in Elkhart on Saturday, Jan. 30, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM, sponsored by Right to Life Michiana. The socially distanced gathering will take place in front of St. Thomas Church, located at 1331 N. Main St. in Elkhart. Parking is available in the church and school parking lots. Please wear a mask and maintain social distance during this event. For more information, please go to https://www.prolifemichiana.org/march.
Website: https://www.prolifemichiana.org/march
Address
Along Bristol St. near St. Thomas Church
1331 N. Main Street
Elkhart Indiana, 46514
Address
Along Bristol St. near St. Thomas Church
1331 N. Main Street
Elkhart Indiana, 46514
Parish / Community
ProLife prayer gathering
12:00pm-1:00pm
Goshen
Cost: free of charge
Right to Life Michiana is sponsoring an outdoor prayer gathering in Goshen on Saturday, Jan. 30 from 12:00 to 1:00 PM. The socially distanced gathering will take place in front of the Elkhart County Courthouse, located at 101 N. Main Street in Goshen. Parking is available on W. Clinton Street, W. Lincoln Avenue and N. Main Street. Please wear a mask and maintain social distance during this event. For more information, please go to https://www.prolifemichiana.org/march.
Website: https://www.prolifemichiana.org/march
Address
In front of the Elkhart County Courthouse
101 N. Main Street
Goshen Indiana, 46526
Address
In front of the Elkhart County Courthouse
101 N. Main Street
Goshen Indiana, 46526
Parish / Community
Elkhart March for Life
12:00pm-1:00pm
Elkhart
Each January, pro-life witnesses throughout the country come together to take a stand for life on the solemn anniversary of Roe v. Wade. While hundreds of thousands march for life on our nation’s capital, hundreds likewise protest in solidarity in our local community. Across the nation, the message is clear: abortion takes human lives and cannot be tolerated.
Website: https://www.prolifemichiana.org/march
Address
St. Thomas Church
1331 N. Main St.
Suite 130
Elkhart Indiana, 46514
Address
St. Thomas Church
1331 N. Main St.
Suite 130
Elkhart Indiana, 46514
Parish / Community
Elkhart Pray for Life
12:00pm-1:00pm
Goshen
Each January, pro-life witnesses throughout the country come together to take a stand for life on the solemn anniversary of Roe v. Wade. While hundreds of thousands march for life on our nation’s capital, hundreds likewise protest in solidarity in our local community. Across the nation, the message is clear: abortion takes human lives and cannot be tolerated.
Website: https://www.prolifemichiana.org/march
Address
Elkhart County Courthouse
101 N. Main St.
Suite 130
Goshen Indiana, 46526
Address
Elkhart County Courthouse
101 N. Main St.
Suite 130
Goshen Indiana, 46526
Sunday Jan 31
Fundraiser
Pancake and sausage breakfast
7:00am-1:00pm
Decatur
Cost: $6
A pancake and sausage breakfast Sunday, Jan. 31, is sponsored by the Knights of Columbus in Decatur and will be a drive-thru event this year. Tickets $6. See an eighth-grade student for tickets.
Address
Knights of Columbus
1703 High Street
Decatur Indiana, 46733
Monday Feb 01
Diocesan-Sponsored
Alpha Online - Young Adult Series
7:30pm-9:00pm
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Cost: Free
Register for Alpha Online FWSB – Young Adult Series – a 10-week small group discussion series featuring the highly-acclaimed Alpha film series which explores the Christian faith with inspiring stories and engaging interviews from around the world. Ask questions about life, grow in fellowship, and form lasting friendships from the comfort of your own home. Whether you want to deepen your own relationship with Jesus or show someone else what life in Christ looks like, register for this free series for young adults in their 20s and 30s and invite a friend. It will take place over Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:30 to 9 p.m. from January 18 through March 22. For more information and to register, visit: diocesefwsb.org/alpha
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/alpha
Address
Online (Zoom meeting)
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Address
Online (Zoom meeting)
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Diocesan-Sponsored
DISCIPLE
7:30pm-9:00pm
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
DISCIPLE is a 10 session course over Zoom to help committed Christians in putting Jesus more at the center of their lives and daily decisions. Each session will look at a different aspect of discipleship as well as practical guidance in building up a life of prayer. Daily homework assignments of 15 minutes will make use of selected scripture readings and time for personal prayer.
Website: https://diocesefwsb.org/disciple/
Address
Virtual-Zoom
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Address
Virtual-Zoom
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Tuesday Feb 02
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap – Winter Series
6:30pm-8:30pm
Granger
Join us for this Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith! This event is generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
Series Theme: Who Is My Neighbor?
January 19 – Economic Solidarity – Margie Pfeil
January 26 – Religious Solidarity – John Pinter
February 2 – Earth Our Common Home – Shawn Storer
February 9 – Racial Solidarity – Eric Styles
February 16 – Mardi Gras! (6:00pm at St. Pius X, Granger)
Learn More: diocesefwsb.org/tot
Website: http://www.diocesfwsb.org/tot
Diocesan-Sponsored
Little Flower Holy Hour
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Little Flower Holy Hour for Vocations is sponsored by the Vocations Office, this monthly event is held from 7 – 8 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the St. Mother Theodore Guerin Chapel next to the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Fort Wayne. Each month is led by a different diocesan priest or deacon, with the February Holy Hour being led by Bishop Kevin Rhoades. Please join us in praying for vocations!
Address
St. Mother Theodore Guerin Chapel
1102 S. Clinton St.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap – Winter Series
7:15pm-8:15pm
Fort Wayne
Join us for this Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith! This event is generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
Series Theme: Fraternity & Social Friendship
January 19:
Whole Human Family / Common Good
Mary Glowaski
January 26:
What it Means to Be a Neighbor
Shawn Storer
February 2:
The Limitations of Digital Connection / Networking vs. Fraternity
Josh Noem
February 9:
Dialogue vs. Monologue: Is Your Participation Only Self-Serving?
Lewis Pearson
February 16 – Mardi Gras!
Closing Mass at 6:30pm
Learn More: diocesefwsb.org/tot
Website: http://www.diocesfwsb.org/tot
Wednesday Feb 03
Mass / Liturgy
Sensory-Friendly Mass at St. Elizabeth
6:00pm-6:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: free
The sensory-friendly Mass at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 10700 Aboite Center Road has been temporarily moved from the first Sunday to the first Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. until further notice.
A sensory-friendly Mass provides a safe and comfortable setting for children and adults with sensory challenges, mental illness or any kind of disability to feel engaged and experience Mass in a meaningful way with family members and caregivers. It is open to others outside of St. Elizabeth parish who would benefit from a sensory-friendly environment. Livestream: www.facebook.com/belongingFWSB. Contact Allison at 260.399.1452 or asturm@diocesefwsb.org for questions.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/belonging
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
Thursday Feb 04
Diocesan-Sponsored
The Marriage Course Online
8:00pm-10:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: free of charge, but each couple purchases two course journals on their ownases
Strengthen your marriage from the comfort of your own home with The Marriage Course Online! Based on a beautiful, brand-new film series featuring “regular” couples and relationship experts from around the world, this free 8-week program will take place online over Zoom on Thursday evenings from 8:00 to 10:00 PM from Feb. 4th through March 25th. There is no group discussion, but rather, time built right into each session for you and your spouse to discuss the topic in the privacy of your own home using prompts from The Marriage Course journal. Here are the topics covered: Strengthening Connection, The Art of Communication, Resolving Conflict, The Power of Forgiveness, The Impact of Family, Good Sex, and Love in Action. The program is hosted by Deacon Fred and Lisa Everett and will conclude with a Q & A panel discussion with other Catholic couples.
For more information or to register, please go to www.diocesefwsb.org/marriage-course.
Website: https://diocesefwsb.org/the-marriage-course
Address
Online over Zoom
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Address
Online over Zoom
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Monday Feb 08
Diocesan-Sponsored
Alpha Online - Young Adult Series
7:30pm-9:00pm
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Cost: Free
Register for Alpha Online FWSB – Young Adult Series – a 10-week small group discussion series featuring the highly-acclaimed Alpha film series which explores the Christian faith with inspiring stories and engaging interviews from around the world. Ask questions about life, grow in fellowship, and form lasting friendships from the comfort of your own home. Whether you want to deepen your own relationship with Jesus or show someone else what life in Christ looks like, register for this free series for young adults in their 20s and 30s and invite a friend. It will take place over Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:30 to 9 p.m. from January 18 through March 22. For more information and to register, visit: diocesefwsb.org/alpha
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/alpha
Address
Online (Zoom meeting)
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Address
Online (Zoom meeting)
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Diocesan-Sponsored
DISCIPLE
7:30pm-9:00pm
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
DISCIPLE is a 10 session course over Zoom to help committed Christians in putting Jesus more at the center of their lives and daily decisions. Each session will look at a different aspect of discipleship as well as practical guidance in building up a life of prayer. Daily homework assignments of 15 minutes will make use of selected scripture readings and time for personal prayer.
Website: https://diocesefwsb.org/disciple/
Address
Virtual-Zoom
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Address
Virtual-Zoom
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Tuesday Feb 09
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap – Winter Series
6:30pm-8:30pm
Granger
Join us for this Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith! This event is generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
Series Theme: Who Is My Neighbor?
January 19 – Economic Solidarity – Margie Pfeil
January 26 – Religious Solidarity – John Pinter
February 2 – Earth Our Common Home – Shawn Storer
February 9 – Racial Solidarity – Eric Styles
February 16 – Mardi Gras! (6:00pm at St. Pius X, Granger)
Learn More: diocesefwsb.org/tot
Website: http://www.diocesfwsb.org/tot
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap – Winter Series
7:15pm-8:15pm
Fort Wayne
Join us for this Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith! This event is generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
Series Theme: Fraternity & Social Friendship
January 19:
Whole Human Family / Common Good
Mary Glowaski
January 26:
What it Means to Be a Neighbor
Shawn Storer
February 2:
The Limitations of Digital Connection / Networking vs. Fraternity
Josh Noem
February 9:
Dialogue vs. Monologue: Is Your Participation Only Self-Serving?
Lewis Pearson
February 16 – Mardi Gras!
Closing Mass at 6:30pm
Learn More: diocesefwsb.org/tot
Website: http://www.diocesfwsb.org/tot
Wednesday Feb 10
Diocesan-Sponsored
Registration deadline for Called and Gifted virtual series
12:00am-12:00am
Mishawaka
Cost: $20 per person
Please register for the Called and Gifted Discernment Process by Wednesday, February 10, 2021 to allow time to receive your materials in the mail before the start of the series.
Address
Virtual-Zoom
1328 W Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Thursday Feb 11
Diocesan-Sponsored
The Marriage Course Online
8:00pm-10:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: free of charge, but each couple purchases two course journals on their own
Strengthen your marriage from the comfort of your own home with The Marriage Course Online!
Based on a beautiful, brand-new film series featuring “regular” couples and relationship experts from around the world, this free 8-week program will take place online over Zoom on Thursday evenings from 8:00 to 10:00 PM from Feb.4th through March 25th. There is no group discussion, but rather, time built right into each session for you and your spouse to discuss the topic in the privacy of your own home using prompts from The Marriage Course journal. Here are the topics covered: Strengthening Connection, The Art of Communication, Resolving Conflict, The Power of Forgiveness, The Impact of Family, Good Sex, and Love in Action. The program is hosted by Deacon Fred and Lisa Everett and will conclude with a Q & A panel discussion session with other Catholic couples. For more information and to register, please go to www.diocesefwsb.org/marriage-course.
Website: https://diocesefwsb.org/marriage-course
Address
Online over Zoom
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Address
Online over Zoom
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Monday Feb 15
Diocesan-Sponsored
Alpha Online - Young Adult Series
7:30pm-9:00pm
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Cost: Free
Register for Alpha Online FWSB – Young Adult Series – a 10-week small group discussion series featuring the highly-acclaimed Alpha film series which explores the Christian faith with inspiring stories and engaging interviews from around the world. Ask questions about life, grow in fellowship, and form lasting friendships from the comfort of your own home. Whether you want to deepen your own relationship with Jesus or show someone else what life in Christ looks like, register for this free series for young adults in their 20s and 30s and invite a friend. It will take place over Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:30 to 9 p.m. from January 18 through March 22. For more information and to register, visit: diocesefwsb.org/alpha
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/alpha
Address
Online (Zoom meeting)
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Address
Online (Zoom meeting)
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Diocesan-Sponsored
DISCIPLE
7:30pm-9:00pm
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
DISCIPLE is a 10 session course over Zoom to help committed Christians in putting Jesus more at the center of their lives and daily decisions. Each session will look at a different aspect of discipleship as well as practical guidance in building up a life of prayer. Daily homework assignments of 15 minutes will make use of selected scripture readings and time for personal prayer.
Website: https://diocesefwsb.org/disciple/
Address
Virtual-Zoom
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Address
Virtual-Zoom
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Tuesday Feb 16
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap – Winter Series
6:00pm-8:00pm
Granger
Join us for this Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith! This event is generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
Series Theme: Who Is My Neighbor?
January 19 – Economic Solidarity – Margie Pfeil
January 26 – Religious Solidarity – John Pinter
February 2 – Earth Our Common Home – Shawn Storer
February 9 – Racial Solidarity – Eric Styles
February 16 – Mardi Gras! (6 p.m. at St. Pius X, Granger)
Learn More: diocesefwsb.org/tot
Website: http://www.diocesfwsb.org/tot
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap – Winter Series
6:30pm-7:30pm
Fort Wayne
Join us for this Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith! This event is generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
Series Theme: Fraternity & Social Friendship
January 19:
Whole Human Family / Common Good
Mary Glowaski
January 26:
What it Means to Be a Neighbor
Shawn Storer
February 2:
The Limitations of Digital Connection / Networking vs. Fraternity
Josh Noem
February 9:
Dialogue vs. Monologue: Is Your Participation Only Self-Serving?
Lewis Pearson
February 16 – Mardi Gras!
Closing Mass at 6:30pm
Learn More: diocesefwsb.org/tot
Website: http://www.diocesfwsb.org/tot
Thursday Feb 18
Diocesan-Sponsored
The Marriage Course Online
8:00pm-10:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: free of charge, but each couple purchases two course journals on their own
Strengthen your marriage from the comfort of your own home with The Marriage Course Online!
Based on a beautiful, brand-new film series featuring “regular” couples and relationship experts from around the world, this free 8-week program will take place online over Zoom on Thursday evenings from 8:00 to 10:00 PM from Feb.4th through March 25th. There is no group discussion, but rather, time built right into each session for you and your spouse to discuss the topic in the privacy of your own home using prompts from The Marriage Course journal. Here are the topics covered: Strengthening Connection, The Art of Communication, Resolving Conflict, The Power of Forgiveness, The Impact of Family, Good Sex, and Love in Action. The program is hosted by Deacon Fred and Lisa Everett and will conclude with a Q & A panel discussion session with other Catholic couples. For more information and to register, please go to www.diocesefwsb.org/marriage-course.
Website: https://diocesefwsb.org/marriage-course
Address
Online over Zoom
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Address
Online over Zoom
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Friday Feb 19
Retreat / Pilgrimage
Armor of God Retreat
12:00am-12:00am
Huntington
Cost: $150
Armor of God retreats are designed to allow men time to get away from their normal stressors and distractions and to get into the silence and spend time in God’s word, listening to God’s plan for them and being fed spiritually with tools, practices and topics designed to arm them to be the spiritual leaders that they are designed to be. We have been blessed with the use of St. Felix Catholic Center in Huntington, IN, a beautiful facility including multiple chapels, a dining hall, praise and worship room, and plenty of space for quiet prayer, presentations, fellowship and discernment of God’s plan for us.
Website: https://armingmen.com/
Address
St. Felix Catholic Center - Huntington, Indiana
1280 Hitzfield St
Huntington Indiana, 46750
Address
St. Felix Catholic Center - Huntington, Indiana
1280 Hitzfield St
Huntington Indiana, 46750
Saturday Feb 20
Fundraiser
Forever Learning Institute Trivia Night
7:00pm-8:30pm
South Bend
Cost: $25
Creating connections through learning is what Forever Learning Institute is all about and this year’s trivia challenge will do just that. Forever Learning is going virtual for their annual Trivia Night Fundraiser. Contestants will log on and face off on Saturday, Feb. 20 at 7 p.m.
Sponsored by 1st Source Bank and Gurley-Leep Automotive, the general knowledge trivia event will support FLI’s mission to improve the quality and dignity of senior adult life through continuing intellectual challenge, spiritual reflection, and social interaction. Prior to the pandemic, Forever Learning hosted over 100 courses each semester attended by close to 1,000 adult learners.
Interested trivia buffs can test their knowledge by registering online at ForeverLearningInstitute.org. Individuals may register on their own – without a predetermined team – and join the fun. The event will be hosted by TriviaHub via Zoom. Contact Eve Finnessy, Executive Director, at 574-282-1901 for more information.
Website: https://foreverlearninginstitute.org/trivia-night-2021
Address
Virtual - Forever Learning Institute
54191 Ironwood Road
South Bend Indiana, 46635
Address
Virtual - Forever Learning Institute
54191 Ironwood Road
South Bend Indiana, 46635
Monday Feb 22
Diocesan-Sponsored
Alpha Online - Young Adult Series
7:30pm-9:00pm
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Cost: Free
Register for Alpha Online FWSB – Young Adult Series – a 10-week small group discussion series featuring the highly-acclaimed Alpha film series which explores the Christian faith with inspiring stories and engaging interviews from around the world. Ask questions about life, grow in fellowship, and form lasting friendships from the comfort of your own home. Whether you want to deepen your own relationship with Jesus or show someone else what life in Christ looks like, register for this free series for young adults in their 20s and 30s and invite a friend. It will take place over Zoom on Monday evenings from 7:30 to 9 p.m. from January 18 through March 22. For more information and to register, visit: diocesefwsb.org/alpha
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/alpha
Address
Online (Zoom meeting)
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Address
Online (Zoom meeting)
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Diocesan-Sponsored
DISCIPLE
7:30pm-9:00pm
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
DISCIPLE is a 10 session course over Zoom to help committed Christians in putting Jesus more at the center of their lives and daily decisions. Each session will look at a different aspect of discipleship as well as practical guidance in building up a life of prayer. Daily homework assignments of 15 minutes will make use of selected scripture readings and time for personal prayer.
Website: https://diocesefwsb.org/disciple/
Address
Virtual-Zoom
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Address
Virtual-Zoom
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
1328 W. Dragoon Trail Indiana, 46544
Tuesday Feb 23
Diocesan-Sponsored
Called and Gifted Discernment Process
7:00pm-9:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: $20 per person: includes a printed copy of the participant guide, the Spiritual Gifts Online Inventory, and 6 month access to the videos.
When you were baptized, you were given gifts of the Holy Spirit (charisms) that enable you to be a channel of God’s love, truth, beauty, and mercy for others. Discovering your charisms is key to living out your God-given mission and vocation. The Called & Gifted Discernment Process is designed to help you learn about charisms and lead you through the process of discovering your own. The first part of the charism discernment process is a 5-week video series with small group breakout discussions. (Additional steps are available to those who wish to continue discerning). Devote this lent to discovering how you have been personally called and gifted for mission!
Address
Virtual-Zoom
1328 W Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Thursday Feb 25
Diocesan-Sponsored
The Marriage Course Online
8:00pm-10:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: free of charge, but each couple purchases two course journals on their own
Strengthen your marriage from the comfort of your own home with The Marriage Course Online!
Based on a beautiful, brand-new film series featuring “regular” couples and relationship experts from around the world, this free 8-week program will take place online over Zoom on Thursday evenings from 8:00 to 10:00 PM from Feb.4th through March 25th. There is no group discussion, but rather, time built right into each session for you and your spouse to discuss the topic in the privacy of your own home using prompts from The Marriage Course journal. Here are the topics covered: Strengthening Connection, The Art of Communication, Resolving Conflict, The Power of Forgiveness, The Impact of Family, Good Sex, and Love in Action. The program is hosted by Deacon Fred and Lisa Everett and will conclude with a Q & A panel discussion session with other Catholic couples. For more information and to register, please go to www.diocesefwsb.org/marriage-course.
