Upcoming Events
Tuesday Apr 03
Diocesan-Sponsored
Little Flower Holy Hour
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Wednesday Apr 04
Retreat / Pilgrimage
Day of Reflection
9:30am-2:30pm
Mishawaka
Cost: $
A day of reflection will be held at St. Francis Convent, 1515 W. Dragoon Tr., Wednesday, April 4, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The theme for the day is “God’s Holy Mountains.” Bring a Bible. The cost of the day is $20 and includes lunch. Register to 574-259-5427 by Friday, March 30.
Address
St. Francis Convent
1515 W. Dragoon
mishawaka Indiana, 46546
Friday Apr 06
Diocesan-Sponsored
Catholic Business Network First Friday Breakfast
7:00am-9:00am
Cost: FREE
Start off your morning and your month inspired by the April Catholic Business Network First Friday Breakfast. Join us on Friday, April 6, at the St. Mother Theodore Guerin Chapel (by the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception) for Mass at 7 a.m. This will be followed by networking, breakfast and the featured speaker at 8 a.m. in the Cathedral Center.This month’s featured speaker is Cory Heimann, who will be speaking on “How Beauty and Buy In Will Make or Break your Team.” Corey is Creative Director of Likeable Art, whose desire to stir up beauty drives his loves collaborating and creating. This month’s event is sponsored by Today’s Catholic.
Website: https://todayscatholic.org/cbn/
Address
St. Mother Theodore Guerin Chapel
1122 S. Clinton St.
Fort Wayne, Indiana, 46854
Address
St. Mother Theodore Guerin Chapel
1122 S. Clinton St.
Fort Wayne, Indiana, 46854
Fundraiser
Spring Rummage Sale
9:00am-5:00pm
Kendallville
The Immaculate Conception Rosary Sodality Spring Rummage Sale will be held in the church hall, Friday, April 6, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturday April 7, from 9-11:30 a.m. Furniture, clothing, jewelry, kitchen ware, decorative items, bedding, towels, books and more.
$2.50 a bag on Saturday.
Address
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
301 E. Diamond St.
Corner of E. Diamond and Oak Streets
Kendallville Indiana, 46755
Fundraiser
Rosary Sodality plans rummage sale
9:00am-5:00pm
Kendallville
12:00pm-1:00pm
Mishawaka
Following First Friday Mass on Friday, April 6, at Our Lady of Fatima Chapel in St. Joseph Hospital, 5215 Holy Cross Parkway, there will be adoration with special intention for vocations sponsored by the Serra Club of South Bend.
Address
Our Lady of Fatima Chapel St. Joseph Hospital
5215 Holy Cross Parkway
Mishawaka Indiana, 46545
Diocesan-Sponsored
Rosary to Our Lady for victims/survivors of abuse and the defense of the vulnerable
2:00pm-3:00pm
Fort Wayne
The staff of the USCCB will gather to pray a Rosary to Our Lady on Friday, April 6, at 2 p.m. ET, with special intentions for victims/survivors of abuse and the defense of the vulnerable. The rosary will be streamed live on the USCCB Facebook and Twitter pages to encourage public participation. You are encouraged to share these pages on social media platforms and pray a rosary in your own dioceses/eparchies.
https://www.facebook.com/usccb
https://twitter.com/usccb
Address
Participants are able to pray from anywhere.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46801
Saturday Apr 07
Mass / Liturgy
First Friday Mass and activity
9:00am-11:30am
Ft. Wayne
Cost: free
A First Friday Mass and activity will be held at Our Lady of Good Hope Church, 7215 St Joe Rd., Friday, April 6, at 9 a.m. with a free field trip afterwards to Summit Gymnastics,17505 Coverdale Rd.
All Ages (Little Ones must be accompanied by parent or adult) are invited. Contact: Janet Schipper at schipperdj@gmail.com or 260-627-2848 for information about Summit Gymnastics. For questions about the Mass please contact Jan Arbogast at 260-749-5646 or arbogast1@frontier.com.
Address
Our Lady of Good Hope
7215 St Joe Rd
Ft Wayne Indiana, 46835
Fundraiser
Taste of Life
6:00pm-9:00pm
Angola
Cost: $40
Women’s Care Center of Northeast Indiana will have a Taste of Life Saturday, April 7, from 6-9 p.m. at the Steuben County Event Center, 100 LN 101B Crooked Lake. Tasting the region’s finest wines and craft beers, enjoy a delicious dinner, hoping to win “A Few of My Favorite Things” from local celebrities and test your baby knowledge to collect a $500 grand prize.
Since opening in July of 2016, almost 600 women have walked through our doors looking for help and finding it—in ultrasounds, in caring, trained counselors, in parenting classes, in diapers, clothes, and formula, and in so much more. To purchase tickets, visit: wcc2018.eventbrite.com
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/taste-of-life-womens-care-center-tickets-42171711725
Address
Steuben County Event Center
100 LN 101B Crooked Lake
Angola Indiana, 46703
Address
Steuben County Event Center
100 LN 101B Crooked Lake
Angola Indiana, 46703
Sunday Apr 08
Diocesan-Sponsored
Mass Interpreted for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing (South Bend)
11:00am-12:00pm
South Bend
South Bend – A Mass Interpreted for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing will be held on Sunday, April 8, at 11:00am at the St. Matthew Cathedral. 1701 Miami St. South Bend, IN 46613. An interpreter from Community Services All Deaf (CSAD) will sign in American Sign Language. St. Matthew and the Secretariat for Evangelization offer this monthly Mass (Second Sunday at 11:00 am) and encourage people to invite family and friends who are deaf to attend. If you would like to assist the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Ministry in its efforts to connect with deaf members of the Catholic community in our diocese, please contact Allison Sturm in the Secretariat for Evangelization at asturm@diocesefwsb.org or (260) 399-1452. Download Flyer Here.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Deaf-and-Hard-of-Hearing-Ministry
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Diocesan-Sponsored
Mass Interpreted for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing (Fort Wayne)
11:30am-12:30pm
Fort Wayne
A Mass Interpreted for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing will be held on Sunday, April 8, 11:30am 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 Secretariat for Evangelization 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 and Hard of Hearing Ministry and assist its efforts to provide support for the deaf members of the Catholic community in our diocese, please contact Allison Sturm in the Secretariat for Evangelization at asturm@diocesefwsb.org or at (260) 399-1452. Download Flyer Here.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Deaf-and-Hard-of-Hearing-Ministry
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Parish / Community
Divine Mercy Holy Hour
2:00pm-3:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: FREE
Join Father Daniel Whelan on Sunday, April 8, at Our Lady of Good Hope Church, 7215 Saint Joe Rd., for a Divine Mercy Holy Hour, Confession, Chaplet of Divine Mercy, and Benediction. At 2 p.m. Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament will take place during which time confessions will be heard. At 3 p.m. Recitation of the Divine Mercy Chaplet will occur and at 3:30 p.m. Benediction will be followed by confessions if needed.
Address
Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church
7215 Saint Joe Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46835
Parish / Community
Film Screening: "The Nuns, The Priests, and The Bombs"
3:00pm-5:30pm
Notre Dame
Cost: Free
A free screening of the documentary film, “The Nuns, The Priests, and The Bombs.” will be Sunday, April 4, at 3 p.m. The film follows two federal criminal cases against peace activists who trespassed onto nuclear weapons facilities. The activists are driven by their deep conviction that nuclear weapons are immoral and violate international law.
Website: http://dpactickets.nd.edu/single/PSDetail.aspx?psn=10631
Address
University of Notre Dame
DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
100 Performing Arts Center
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Address
University of Notre Dame
DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
100 Performing Arts Center
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Mass / Liturgy
Divine Mercy Novena closing Mass
3:00pm-4:30pm
South Bend
Cost: FREE
Mass will be celebrated at 3 p.m. with celebrant Father Robert Garrow, preceded by Adoration from 1-2:50 p.m. The Divine Mercy Chaplet will be recited at 2:30 p.m. Confessions will be heard from 1-3 p.m. Relics of St. Faustina and a relic of the True Cross will be available for veneration immediately following Mass.
Address
St. Anthony de Padua Catholic Church
2114 E. Jefferson Blvd.
52055 Cloverleaf Drive East
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Monday Apr 09
Parish / Community
Red Cross plans blood drive
12:00pm-6:00pm
Angola
Cost: No cost
St. Anthony Church will host a Red Cross blood drive scheduled on a bi-monthly basis. Plan to donate Monday, April 9, from noon to 6 p.m. at the church, 700 W. Maumee St.
Website: http://www.stanthonyangola.com
Address
St. Anthony Church
700 West Maumee St.
Angola Indiana, 46703
Address
St. Anthony Church
700 West Maumee St.
Angola Indiana, 46703
Wednesday Apr 11
Diocesan-Sponsored
Teacher Recruitment Fair, South Bend
5:00pm-8:00pm
South Bend
The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend has 39 elementary schools and 4 high schools. The schools are looking for qualified, licensed teachers to teach in the schools and licensed administrators to lead. The diocese will be holding two fairs on each end of the diocese. The South Bend fair will be held on April 11 from 5-8 p.m. at Saint Joseph High School and on April 17 from 5-8 p.m. at the Archbishop Noll Catholic Center in Fort Wayne. Please sign-up for a 20 minute time slot with the school or schools you would like to interview with and bring a resume with you on that evening. Walk-ins will be limited, so it is wise to sign-up in advance.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Teacher-Recruitment-Fairs
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
Thursday Apr 12
Parish / Community
“Tea Time Out” for homeschoolers
9:00am-11:00am
Fort Wayne
A “Tea Time Out” for parent-teachers and their children will be on Thursday, April 12, from 9-11 a.m. in the St. Vincent de Paul Life Center, 1502 E Wallen Rd. Hostesses will provide a variation of teas, paper products and some games to play. Bring some kind of tea and a treat or snack to share. Feel free to bring your favorite games too. Contact Lisa at 260-637-1285 or lcwinde@frontier.com with any questions.
Website: https://www.saintv.org/
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Life Center
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Life Center
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Diocesan-Sponsored
Youth Ministry: Disciples' Night of Formation
6:00pm-8:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free
A Youth Ministry Night of Formation will include guest speaker Cathie Cicchiello. Mass at 6 p.m. will be followed by dinner and a presentation. Adoration and night prayer will conclude the evening at 8 p.m.
Website: https://www.fwsbym.com
Address
St. Jude Church
2130 Pemberton Drive
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46805
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St. Jude Church
2130 Pemberton Drive
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46805
Friday Apr 13
Diocesan-Sponsored
Call to Prayer (Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month)
12:00am-12:00am
Fort Wayne
On Friday, April 13, the USCCB will promote a Call to Prayer with the intention: “We pray that God may grant those affected by abuse in any way the courage to tell their story and seek healing.”
For more about the Call to Prayer visit www.usccb.org/pray
Address
Wherever you are ...
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46801
4:30pm-7:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: Adults: $8, Children 5-12, $5 and under 5 free
The fifth annual spaghetti supper will be Friday, Feb. 9 from 5-7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Clubhouse, 114 W. First St., sponsored by Council 1878. Tickets are adults $8, children 5-12, $5 and under 5 free. All proceeds go to Hannah’s House / Bridge of Hope for care of pregnant moms and their babies. Tickets already purchased will be honored.
Address
Knights of Columbus Clubhouse
114 W. First St.
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Young Adult
Zenith Awakening
5:30pm-3:45pm
South Bend
Cost: $25
A retreat hosted by college-age young adults for college-age young adults, Awakening is a wonderful, Holy Spirit filled weekend to connect to new friendships in the area and grow closer to God wherever you are in your life. The retreat consists of talks, laughter, small groups, discussions, an opportunity to have an encounter with Christ through prayer, fellowship, and fun!
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/zenith-awakening-participant-application-tickets-40173949364?aff=es2
Address
St. Therese, Little Flower Church
54191 N. Ironwood Rd.
South Bend Indiana, 46635
Address
St. Therese, Little Flower Church
54191 N. Ironwood Rd.
South Bend Indiana, 46635
Formation / Training
Medcon 2018
6:00pm-4:30pm
Indianapolis
Cost: $0, $40, $60
MedCon 2018 will be Friday through Saturday, April 13-14 at the Marian College of Osteopathic Medicine in Indiapolis. It will offer engaging presentations and provide networking opportunities for professionals and students in the medical field. Admission varies from $20-$60. Visit www.medcon.splashthat.com for information.
Website: http://www.MEDCON2018.SPLASHTHAT.COM
Fundraiser
Higher Plain to Educate Haiti event
6:30pm-8:30pm
Angola
Cost: No cost
The trio guitar and singing group “Higher Plain” will entertain attendees Friday, April 13, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at St. Anthony Parish, 700 W. Maumee St., as they share their recent experience as missionaries in Haiti. Refreshments in the gathering space will follow. There is no cost for this event.
Website: http://www.stanthonyangola.com
Address
St. Anthony Church
700 West Maumee Street
Angola Indiana, 46703
Address
St. Anthony Church
700 West Maumee Street
Angola Indiana, 46703
Saturday Apr 14
Mass / Liturgy
St. Vincent de Paul, Safe Harbor Widow's Retreat
9:00am-11:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free will donation accepted
St. Vincent de Paul Parish widow’s grief support group, Safe Harbor, will host a widow’s retreat Saturday, April 14, from 9-11 a.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Parish. Kay Cozad, certified grief educator, will present “The Pilgrimage of Grief.” Optional Mass at 8 a.m. at St. Vincent Church. Retreat begins at 9 a.m. with continental breakfast in the Msgr. Kuzmich Center. Reservations required by contacting Judy at 260-489-4875 or judymockenhaupt@hotmail.com. Free will donations accepted.
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Parish
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Formation / Training
Competency to See, Courage to Act conference
9:00am-2:00pm
Notre Dame
Cost: free
A conference in discipleship for our times will be held Saturday, April 14, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Holy Cross College Auditorium. Keynote speaker is Bishop William Wack, CSC, originally from Christ the King parish. Bishop Wack will speak at 1 p.m. about Today’s Roll for Lay Women and Men. Also speaking at 10:40 a.m. will be Rev. Kevin Grove, CSC, talking about St. Brother Andrea and “Letting God’s Grace Work Through You”. Sister Brenda Cousins, CSC, at 9:15 a.m. will speak on “Discipleship: Bringing Light to a Dark World”. All three speakers have strong connections to the South Bend/Notre Dame/ Saint Mary’s area and are all members of the Holy Cross order. The event is free and open to the public. The optional lunch is $15 and is sponsored by the Holy Cross Lay Associates. Registration and details are online at http://holycrossassociates.org/.
Website: http://holycrossassociates.org
Address
Holy Cross College Auditorium
54515 State Rd, 933 North
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Address
Holy Cross College Auditorium
54515 State Rd, 933 North
Notre Dame Indiana, 46556
Sunday Apr 15
Bishop Rhoades
Early registration deadline! Diocesan Heritage Pilgrimage with Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades
7:00am-10:00pm
Cost: Varied
Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades invites all Catholics within the diocese to join him Friday, July 20, through Sunday, July 22, on a bus trip to explore the roots of this diocese in the region. Register by April 15 to save $25! The route of the Diocesan Heritage Pilgrimage will help travelers consider and come to understand the beginnings of the Catholic Church in the entire Midwest.
Destinations include the Basilica of St. Joseph Proto-Cathedral in Bardstown, Kentucky; the Cathedral of the Assumption in Louisville, Kentucky; Saint Meinrad Archabbey in Saint Meinrad, Indiana; Basilica of St. Francis Xavier in Vincennes, Indiana; and Saint Mary-of-the-Woods in Terre Haute, Indiana. For more information and to register, visit www.diocesefwsb.org/heritagepilgrimage.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/heritagepilgrimage
Address
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Parish / Community
K of C sponsors Red Cross blood drive
8:00am-12:30pm
Fort Wayne
Monday Apr 16
Formation / Training
Cemetery clean up
8:00am-7:00pm
South Bend
The Sacred Heart Cemetery (corner of Western Ave. and Pine Rd.) will conduct Spring Cleanup from Monday, April 16, through Saturday, April 21. Please have all fall and Christmas decorations removed from the graves by this time.
Address
Sacred Heart Cemetery
Corner of Western and Pine
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Formation / Training
The Career Ministry
6:15pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: FREE
The St. Vincent de Paul Parish Career Ministry will meet Monday, April 16, at St. Vincent’s Spiritual Center – Rooms A&B at 6:15 p.m. for 1-on-1 coaching, 7 p.m. fort a presentation by Cynthia Lambeth, HR Manager, and Erin Warzala, former University Career Counselor, who will share interview best practices. Interviewing can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Cynthia and Erin will talk about the do’s and don’ts of the interview process. This will be a relaxed discussion, so feel free to bring any questions you may have about interviewing. Dress is casual; anyone is welcome. Please bring a copy of your resume.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1112182658825921/
Address
Spiritual Center of St. Vincent de Paul
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
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Spiritual Center of St. Vincent de Paul
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Tuesday Apr 17
Diocesan-Sponsored
Teacher Recruitment Fair, Fort Wayne
5:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend has 39 elementary schools and 4 high schools. The schools are looking for qualified, licensed teachers to teach in the schools and licensed administrators to lead. The diocese will be holding two fairs on each end of the diocese. The South Bend fair will be held on April 11 from 5-8 p.m. at Saint Joseph High School and on April 17 from 5-8 p.m. at the Archbishop Noll Catholic Center in Fort Wayne. Please sign-up for a 20 minute time slot with the school or schools you would like to interview with and bring a resume with you on that evening. Walk-ins will be limited, so it is wise to sign-up in advance.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Teacher-Recruitment-Fairs
Address
Archbishop Noll Catholic Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
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Archbishop Noll Catholic Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Diocesan-Sponsored
Youth Ministry: Disciples' Night of Formation
6:00pm-8:30pm
Granger
Cost: Free
Youth Ministry Night of Formation will include guest speaker Dr. Lenny DeLorenzo who will speak about ministering to youth in the transition from high school to college. Mass at 6 p.m. will be followed by dinner, presentation and night prayer at 8 p.m.
Website: https://www.fwsbym.com
Address
St. Pius X Church
52553 Fir Road
Granger Indiana, 46530
Address
St. Pius X Church
52553 Fir Road
Granger Indiana, 46530
Formation / Training
Oratory contest right to life
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free
Allen County Right to Life is holding an Oratory Contest on Tuesday, April 17, at 7 p.m. at the ACRL Office, 2126 Inwood Dr. All high school students are eligible to participate.
Contestants are to research, write and present an original pro-life speech on abortion, infanticide, stem cell research, or euthanasia. The speech is to be 5–7 minutes in length. Dramatic presentations are not acceptable. Contestants may use notes although memorization is encouraged. Judging will be based on: introduction, content, presentation, and conclusion. The Allen County Contest will follow the rules of the Indiana Right to Life Contest.
Prizes: 1st place – $1000 cash; 2nd place – $50 cash
Applicants should submit an application by April 10, and send a copy of the student’s speech no later than April 16 to abigail@ichooselife.org
While students in all high school grades are eligible to participate in the ACRL Oratory Contest, only the junior or senior with the highest score will be will be eligible to advance to the Indiana Right to Life Oratory Contest on May 12 in Indianapolis. ACRL will provide reimbursement for travel expenses for the state oratory contest. The 1st place orator at the state contest will represent Indiana at the National Oratory Contest.
If you are interested in competing but your schedule will not allow you to join us on the 17th, please contact abigail@ichooselife.org
Website: http://www.ichooselife.org/evnt/oratorycontest/
Address
Allen County Right to Life Office
2126 Inwood Dr.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46815
Address
Allen County Right to Life Office
2126 Inwood Dr.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46815
Friday Apr 20
Formation / Training
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend in Auburn
12:00am-12:00am
Auburn
Cost: $75 Application Fee, Food & Rooms are provided, Goodwill donation requested
The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend is in Auburn at the Baymont Inn, April 20-22. Maybe you’ve done a weekend in the past. You know what it did for you then. Make it all happen again. Rooms are going fast, 13 couples have signed up so far. Go to wwme-ni.org to apply or go to wwme.org to learn more about our weekends. Contact Greg & Jen if you have any questions or to apply by phone at 260-422-0803.
Website: https://wwme-ni.org/
Address
Baymont Inn & Suites
306 Touring Drive
Auburn Indiana, 46706
Address
Baymont Inn & Suites
306 Touring Drive
Auburn Indiana, 46706
Parish / Community
Parish Rummage Sale
9:00am-5:00pm
Auburn
Immaculate Conception Parish, 500 East Seventh Street will have a rummage sale Friday, April 20, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, April 21, from 9 a.m. to noon.
Bag day Saturday.
Website: http://www.iccauburn.com
Address
Immaculate Conception Church
500 East Seventh Street
204 North McClellan Street
Auburn Indiana, 46706
Address
Immaculate Conception Church
500 East Seventh Street
204 North McClellan Street
Auburn Indiana, 46706
Fundraiser
Tenderloin and fish fry
4:30pm-7:30pm
Huntington
Cost: Adults $10.00 and Children 6-12 $5.00
St. Mary’s Rosary Sodality will have a tenderloin and fish fry By Dan’s on Friday, April 20, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 903 N. Jefferson St. Carryout available, homemade desserts, bake sale and 50/50 raffle featured.
Fundraiser
Spaghetti dinner
5:00pm-7:00pm
South Bend
Cost: $9
The Knights of Columbus Council 5521 will have a spaghetti dinner at the South Bend Francis Club, 61533 Ironwood Rd., on Friday, April 20, from 5-7 p.m.
Adults $9, children 5-12 $4 and children under 5 free. Dinner includes “All you care to eat” spaghetti with homemade sauce, lettuce salad, garlic bread and ice cream for dessert.
6:00pm-11:00pm
South Bend
The Saint Joseph community will offer a spring fling financial aid fundraiser and auction Friday, April 20, from 6-11 p.m. in the gym.
The menu will include Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Broasted Chicken, Rice & Beans, Country Style Corn, Broccoli Bacon Salad, and Corn Bread Muffins & Honey Butter.
Interested in donating your time, goods or in sponsorship opportunities? See information below or contact Sue Hammes, chief advancement officer, at shammes@saintjoehigh.com.
Website: http://www.saintjoehigh.com/springfling
Address
Saint Joseph High School Alumni Gymnasium
453 N. Notre Dame Avenue
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Address
Saint Joseph High School Alumni Gymnasium
453 N. Notre Dame Avenue
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Saturday Apr 21
Retreat / Pilgrimage
“The Lord’s Call” - A retreat for persons with disabilities and their caregivers
9:00am-2:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: FREE
“The Lord’s Call ” — A retreat for persons with disabilities and their caregivers will be Saturday, April 21, at Spiritual Center of St. Vincent de Paul Church, 1502 E Wallen Rd. Any adult with physical, mental or emotional challenges is encouraged to attend a special retreat with guest speaker Jeannie Ewing presenting on “Following the Lord’s Call.” Jeannie has participated in several national Catholic radio shows, including Kresta and Catholic Connection with Teresa Tomeo and is a published author. Doors open at 9 a.m. and runs until 2 p.m. and lunch will be served. For more information, or to register, contact the church office at 489-3537 ext. 207 or email dschuerman@saintv.org. Registration forms may also be picked up in the gathering space of the church.
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
Parish / Community
Queen of Angels Class of 1971 Reunion
6:00pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Queen of Angels class of 1971 is having a class reunion Saturday, April 21, at Coyote Creek Golf Club (formerly elks country club). For more information call or text Greg Lawrence at 260-241-8566 or Joe Houser 260-433-5884. You can also join the Facebook page “Queen of Angels class of 1971”.
Address
Coyote Creek Golf Club
4935 Hillegas Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46818
Fundraiser
Trivia night planned
6:00pm-9:30pm
Goshen
St. John the Evangelist Church, 109 W. Monroe St., will have a trivia night fundraiser on Saturday, April 21 from 6-9:30 p.m. in the Deacon Art Bleau Parish Center. Trivia will start promptly at 7 p.m. and ten rounds will be played.
There will be tables of eight players at a cost of $80 a table or $10 a person. Proceeds from this event support the St. John’s Welcoming Committee.
Registration in advance is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. To register in advance or for more information call the St. John’s Parish office at (574) 533-3385.
Parish / Community
University of Notre Dame Handbell Choir 30th Anniversary Reunion Concert
8:00pm-9:00pm
Notre Dame
Cost: Free
University of Notre Dame Handbell Choir 30th Anniversary Reunion concert will be Saturday, April 21, at 8 p.m. in the Basilica of the Sacred Heart. The Notre Dame Handbell Choir celebrates 30 years of music at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart. Participants will include members of the Coppers and Bronze handbell ensembles, as well as alumni and guest instrumentalists. This concert also celebrates the 20th anniversary of Director Karen Schneider Kirner. This concert is free and open to the public.
Website: https://campusministry.nd.edu/
Sunday Apr 22
Fundraiser
Card party and deluxe salad bar
11:30am-2:00pm
New Carlisle
Cost: $5
The St. Stanislaus Kosta Parish Altar and Rosary Sodality will have a card party and deluxe salad bar on Sunday, April 22, at 11:30 a.m. Raffle prizes and circus theme. Tickets are $5 and must be purchased in advance by calling Nancy at 574-289-2986. All proceeds benefit the needed items of the church.
Tuesday Apr 24
Diocesan-Sponsored
Tolton: From Slave to Priest
7:00am-8:30am
South Bend
Cost: 5
Tolton: From Slave to Priest, the powerful live production performed by actor Jim Coleman and directed by Leonardo Defilippis of Saint Luke Productions, will be presented at (Saint Joseph High School on Tuesday, April 24 at 7:00pm) or (Bishop Luers High School on Thursday, April 26 at 7:00pm).
Meet Fr. Augustus Tolton, the first African American priest, in this one-man multimedia performance. From his dramatic escape from slavery to his courageous struggle in the face of prejudice, Fr. Tolton’s inspiring life centers around his message reconciliation and hope. This riveting drama is filled with all the elements of professional theater, runs 75 minutes, and is suitable for ages 10 and up.
Admission will be $5 for individuals and $20 for families of four or more. For additional information, call (260) 399-1448 or email info@diocesefwsb.org.
Learn more at www.diocesefwsb.org/tolton.
Website: www.diocesefwsb.org/Tolton
Address
Saint Joseph High School
453 N. Notre Dame Avenue
South Bend, IN 46617
Address
Saint Joseph High School
453 N. Notre Dame Avenue
South Bend, IN 46617
Thursday Apr 26
Fundraiser
Spring Rummage Sale
12:00am-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Diocesan-Sponsored
Tolton: From Slave to Priest
7:00am-8:30am
Fort Wayne
Cost: 5
Tolton: From Slave to Priest, the powerful live production performed by actor Jim Coleman and directed by Leonardo Defilippis of Saint Luke Productions, will be presented at (Saint Joseph High School on Tuesday, April 24 at 7:00pm) or (Bishop Luers High School on Thursday, April 26 at 7:00pm).
Meet Fr. Augustus Tolton, the first African American priest, in this one-man multimedia performance. From his dramatic escape from slavery to his courageous struggle in the face of prejudice, Fr. Tolton’s inspiring life centers around his message reconciliation and hope. This riveting drama is filled with all the elements of professional theater, runs 75 minutes, and is suitable for ages 10 and up.
Admission will be $5 for individuals and $20 for families of four or more. For additional information, call (260) 399-1448 or email info@diocesefwsb.org.
Learn more at www.diocesefwsb.org/tolton.
Website: www.diocesefwsb.org/Tolton
Address
Bishop Luers High School
333 E. Paulding Road
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
Address
Bishop Luers High School
333 E. Paulding Road
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
Friday Apr 27
Youth / School
James and the Giant Peach - Spring Musical
7:00pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Bishop Dwenger High School presents “James and the Giant Peach – The Musical” on the Bishop Dwenger Stage April 27, 28 and 29. Performances will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings and 2 p.m. Sunday. Reserved Tickets are $10 each and available for purchase by contacting Lynette Bakle at lbakle@bishopdwenger.com. General admission and student tickets are available for purchase 30 minutes before each performance at the Bishop Dwenger Ticket Box Office for $8 and $6 respectively. Groups of 10 or more may purchase general admission tickets for $5 each.
“James and the Giant Peach – The Musical” is the exciting new musical version of the children’s book by Roald Dahl about an orphaned boy, his two cruel aunts, a crew of friendly insects, a bit of magic and an enormous enchanted peach. In this unique, fantasy adventure, we learn about the importance of friendships with those that look different than us and the true meaning of “family.”
Visit our Bishop Dwenger Music and Drama Facebook Page for special ticket offers, performance theme nights and “behind the scenes” fun. Attend “Family Night Friday’s” show and kids under twelve years old may enter to win a PIZZA and POOL PARTY for 10 at the Fort Wayne Holiday Inn! (Courtesy of New Haven Pizza Hut and the Fort Wayne Holiday Inn at the Coliseum and IPFW.)
https://www.facebook.com/bishopdwengerchoiranddrama
If you would like more information contact Lynette Bakle at 260-496-4705.
Address
Bishop Dwenger High School
1300 E. Washington Center Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Saturday Apr 28
Diocesan-Sponsored
'An Encounter with the Beloved:' A diocesan retreat for married couples
9:00am-3:00pm
Plymouth
Cost: $195 per couple, which includes overnight accommodations and all meals.
A diocesan retreat for married couples, “An Encounter with the Beloved,” will be offered April 28-29, at Lindenwood Retreat Center, 9601 Union Rd. Deepen your relationship with each other and with Christ during a diocesan retreat for married couples given by Fred and Lisa Everett. Amid the many demands of family life, work and community, Christian couples need to retreat from the busyness of daily life from time to time in order to refocus on their primary relationships with their spouse and with the Lord. “An Encounter with the Beloved” will help us to look at where we have been, where we are now and where the Lord is leading us to go. It will be a time to delight in our beloveds, to heal from past disappointments and to be refreshed to continue anew in following the Lord’s call.
Website: http://www.lindenwood.org/index.php/programs-retreats/attend-a-retreat/An-Encounter-with-the-Beloved-p91761026
Address
Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center
9601 Union Road
Plymouth Indiana, 46513
Address
Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center
9601 Union Road
Plymouth Indiana, 46513
Parish / Community
National Day of Prayer and Protest of Planned Parenthood
9:00am-11:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost: Free
The third annual National Day of Prayer and Protest Against Planned Parenthood will be Saturday, April 28. Stand up in Fort Wayne from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at 3914 W. Jefferson Blvd. (in the Parkwest Shopping Center) Park in vacant lot next to Burlington. Contact Allen County Right to Life at 260-471-1849 or acrl@ichooselife.org for information.
#ProtestPP
Website: http://www.ichooselife.org/evnt/protest-planned-parenthood/
Address
Public right-of-way at Planned Parenthood
3914 West Jefferson Blvd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46804
Address
Public right-of-way at Planned Parenthood
3914 West Jefferson Blvd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46804
5:00pm-6:00pm
Notre Dame
Youth / School
James and the Giant Peach - Spring Musical
7:00pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Bishop Dwenger High School presents “James and the Giant Peach – The Musical” on the Bishop Dwenger Stage April 27, 28 and 29. Performances will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings and 2 p.m. Sunday. Reserved Tickets are $10 each and available for purchase by contacting Lynette Bakle at lbakle@bishopdwenger.com. General admission and student tickets are available for purchase 30 minutes before each performance at the Bishop Dwenger Ticket Box Office for $8 and $6 respectively. Groups of 10 or more may purchase general admission tickets for $5 each.
“James and the Giant Peach – The Musical” is the exciting new musical version of the children’s book by Roald Dahl about an orphaned boy, his two cruel aunts, a crew of friendly insects, a bit of magic and an enormous enchanted peach. In this unique, fantasy adventure, we learn about the importance of friendships with those that look different than us and the true meaning of “family.”
Visit our Bishop Dwenger Music and Drama Facebook Page for special ticket offers, performance theme nights and “behind the scenes” fun. Attend “Family Night Friday’s” show and kids under twelve years old may enter to win a PIZZA and POOL PARTY for 10 at the Fort Wayne Holiday Inn! (Courtesy of New Haven Pizza Hut and the Fort Wayne Holiday Inn at the Coliseum and IPFW.)
https://www.facebook.com/bishopdwengerchoiranddrama
If you would like more information contact Lynette Bakle at 260-496-4705.
Address
Bishop Dwenger High School
1300 E. Washington Center Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Youth / School
Bishop Luers to present ‘The Sound of Music’
7:30pm-9:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: 10
The Bishop Luers High School Drama Department will present “The Sound of Music” on April 27-28 at 7:30 p.m. and April 29 at 2 p.m. in the school gymnasium. Tickets are $10 per person. For tickets, contact Cindy Griffith at cgriffith@bishopluers.org or call 260-456-1261, Ext. 3133.
Address
Bishop Luers High School
333 E. Paulding Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46816
Sunday Apr 29
Fundraiser
Pork chop buffet
12:00pm-2:00pm
South Bend
Cost: $13.00
St. Hedwig Parish, 331 South Scott St., will have a pork chop buffet which includes kluski noodles, sweet and sour cabbage, mashed potatoes, green beans, rolls and cash bar on Sunday, April 29, from noon to 2 p.m. Carryout available. Tickets are $13 per person, 10 and under free, sold in advance only by April 23.
FOR TICKETS: RECTORY 574-287-8932, Janice 574-315-2339, Roberta 574-387-9347, Joan 574-243-7413, Patty 574-273-9028.
Address
Hedwig Memorial Center
331 South Scott Street
South Bend Indiana, 46601
Youth / School
James and the Giant Peach — spring musical
2:00pm-4:00pm
Fort Wayne
Bishop Dwenger High School presents “James and the Giant Peach – The Musical” on the Bishop Dwenger Stage April 27, 28 and 29. Performances will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings and 2 p.m. Sunday. Reserved Tickets are $10 each and available for purchase by contacting Lynette Bakle at lbakle@bishopdwenger.com. General admission and student tickets are available for purchase 30 minutes before each performance at the Bishop Dwenger Ticket Box Office for $8 and $6 respectively. Groups of 10 or more may purchase general admission tickets for $5 each.
“James and the Giant Peach – The Musical” is the exciting new musical version of the children’s book by Roald Dahl about an orphaned boy, his two cruel aunts, a crew of friendly insects, a bit of magic and an enormous enchanted peach. In this unique, fantasy adventure, we learn about the importance of friendships with those that look different than us and the true meaning of “family.”
Visit our Bishop Dwenger Music and Drama Facebook Page for special ticket offers, performance theme nights and “behind the scenes” fun. Attend “Family Night Friday’s” show and kids under twelve years old may enter to win a PIZZA and POOL PARTY for 10 at the Fort Wayne Holiday Inn! (Courtesy of New Haven Pizza Hut and the Fort Wayne Holiday Inn at the Coliseum and IPFW.)
https://www.facebook.com/bishopdwengerchoiranddrama
If you would like more information contact Lynette Bakle at 260-496-4705.
Address
Bishop Dwenger High School
1300 E. Washington Center Rd.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Youth / School
Mishawaka Catholic Preschool and Kindergarten Open House
3:00pm-4:30pm
Mishawaka
Cost: Free
The St. Bavo Campus, 524 W. 8th St., of Mishawaka Catholic School will have an open house Sunday, April 29, from 3-4:30 p.m. Learn about the preschool program for ages 3/4 and 4/5 as well as Kindergarten. Tour the school, meet the teachers and learn how your child can become a saint for the 2018-19 school year.
Website: http://www.mcmish.org
Address
St. Bavo Campus
524 W. 8th St.
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Address
St. Bavo Campus
524 W. 8th St.
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Parish / Community
Rediscovering Lost Music of the Church: Basilica Schola vespers concert
8:00pm-9:00pm
Notre Dame
Cost: Free
The Notre Dame Basilica Schola, assisted by the Basilica’s Gregorian Chant Schola, will present a concert of sacred music immediately following Sunday Vespers. The performance will feature the North American premiere of two recently rediscovered works. The first is a choral Mass setting by the renowned French organist and composer Jean Titelouze (1563-1633). The second is a set of ancient medieval chants (12th and 14th centuries) for the sick and dying which have been recently uncovered by visiting scholar to Notre Dame, Dr. Elaine Stratton-Hild. Directed by Dr. Jonathan Hehn, this concert is free and open to the public.
Website: https://campusministry.nd.edu/
Tuesday May 01
Mass / Liturgy
Mass for those affected by cancer
6:30pm-7:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: FREE
A special Mass for those affected by cancer (those in remission, those currently in treatment, those who have passed away as well as family members of anyone affected by cancer) will be celebrated on Tuesday, May 1, at 6:30 p.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church.
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
Diocesan-Sponsored
Little Flower Holy Hour
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Wednesday May 02
Retreat / Pilgrimage
Day of Reflection
9:30am-2:30pm
Indiana
Cost: $20
A day of reflection will be held at St. Francis Convent Wednesday, May 2 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The theme for the day is “Pentecost.” Bring a Bible. The cost of the day is $20 and includes lunch. Register by Friday, April 27, with Sister Barbara Anne Hallman at 574-259-5427.
Address
St. Francis Convent
1515 W. Dragoon
Mishawaka, Indiana Indiana, 46546
Thursday May 03
Fundraiser
Rummage sale
9:00am-5:00pm
Fort Wayne
A rummage sale will be held at Most Precious Blood Church, 1505 Barthold St. in Mohr Hall in the School basement.
Times are: Thursday and Friday, May 3 and 4, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, May 5, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., bag day.
Address
Most Precious Blood Church
1505 Barthold St.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Friday May 04
Fundraiser
Fish dinner
5:00pm-7:00pm
South Bend
The Knights of Columbus Council 5521 will have a fish fry at the South Bend Francis Club, 61533 Ironwood Rd., on Friday, May 4, from 5-7 p.m. Adults $9, children 5-12 $4 and children under 5 free. Shrimp and chicken strips are also available. Tickets are adult $9.50; children $4.50.
Saturday May 05
Fundraiser
Lourdes Ball Dinner Dance
5:00pm-11:00pm
South Bend
Cost: 50 per person
The Knights of Columbus Council 553 will have the annual Lourdes Ball Dinner Dance Saturday, May 5, from 5-11 p.m. at the hall, 553 E. Washington St. Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church will be followed by speaker, Father Jacob Meyer, silent auction, steak dinner and dancing to DJ Sound FX. This event is a fundraiser to send a worthy pilgrim to Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine in France.
Address
Knights of Columbus 553
553 E. Washington Street
South Bend Indiana, 46617
Sunday May 06
Mass / Liturgy
May crowning procession
1:00pm-3:00pm
Notre Dame
Cost: Free and open to the public
Join others on Sunday, May 6, at 1 p.m. at the Grotto at Notre Dame for a Marian procession through campus and a May Crowning at Geddes Hall. Families are welcome. Reception to follow.
Website: http://maycrowning.nd.edu
Tuesday May 08
Youth / School
Kindergarten orientation
6:00pm-8:00pm
Garrett
St. Joseph Catholic School in Garrett will hold an orientation meeting on Tues, May 8, at 6 p.m. for parents. Brief presentations will be made regarding the school handbook and expectations, as well as the school’s hot lunch program and immunization requirements. During the orientation, parents will have the opportunity to schedule a time for their child’s kindergarten screening, which will be held Friday, May 18. Parents of students not currently enrolled in St. Joseph’s preschool program will need to bring their child’s birth and baptism certificates (if applicable). Copies will be made and returned the same evening. Parents wishing to register for school this fall and have not yet done so are asked to phone the school at 260-357-5137 ext. 23 or email hamblin@stjosephgarrett.org.
Website: http://www.stjosephgarrett.org
Address
St. Joseph Catholic School
301 West Houston Street
Garrett Indiana, 46738
Address
St. Joseph Catholic School
301 West Houston Street
Garrett Indiana, 46738
Wednesday May 09
Parish / Community
Christ Child Society of South Bend information coffee
9:30am-12:00pm
South Bend
Cost: no charge
An information coffee and tour of the Christ Child clothing center will be Wednesday, May 9, at 9:30 a.m. at the Christ Child Center, 308 S. Scott St. (the former St. Patrick’s School in South Bend). Volunteers give three hours a week on Wednesday mornings from August to December providing new clothing to children in South Bend.
Last fall nearly 4,000 local children were clothed with new shoes, boots, pants, shirts, uniforms, coats, hats and gloves…and every child went home with a book.
Layettes are provided to infants born in local hospitals to moms meeting income guidelines. If a child dies at birth, an infant burial layette is provided.
Christ Child volunteers also provide tutoring and mentoring to students at St. Adalbert’s School.
For questions or more information call Kristy Botich, 574-291-7523.
Address
Christ Child Center (former St. Patrick's School)
308 S. Scott Street
South Bend Indiana, 46601
Thursday May 10
Parish / Community
“Tea Time Out” for homeschoolers
9:00am-11:00am
Fort Wayne
A “Tea Time Out” for parent-teachers and their children will be on Thursday, May 10, from 9-11 a.m. in theSt. Vincent de Paul Life Center, 1502 E Wallen Rd. Hostesses will provide a variation of teas, paper products and some games to play. Bring some kind of tea and a treat or snack to share. Feel free to bring your favorite games too. Contact Lisa at 260-637-1285 or lcwinde@frontier.com with any questions.
Website: https://www.saintv.org/
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Life Center
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Life Center
1502 E Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46825
Saturday May 12
Fundraiser
Join 'Team Catholic' in Bike 101 Lakes
9:00am-5:00pm
Angola
Cost: Adults $35, students $10. This includes a T-Shirt Family rates available.
The Arts and Humanities Fund of the Steuben County Foundation is organizing the 9th annual Pro Fed BIKE LAKES event on Saturday, May 12. Adults $35, students $10. This includes a T-Shirt. Family rates available.
Website: http://www.bike101lakes.com
Address
Coldwell Banker Roth Wehrly Graber Realtors
2525 N 200 W
Angola Indiana, 46703
Address
Coldwell Banker Roth Wehrly Graber Realtors
2525 N 200 W
Angola Indiana, 46703
Diocesan-Sponsored
Disabilities Expo held at Fort Wayne Coliseum
10:00am-3:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: Cost of event is free but parking is $5
The Ministry for Persons with Disabilities will be participating for the first time in Fort Wayne’s 9th annual Disabilities Expo at the Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, May 12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Diocesan staff and members of the grassroots ministry “Building Inclusive Parishes” (BIP) will be on hand to discuss initiatives in parishes and across our diocese. For questions please contact Mary Glowaski at 260-399-1458 or mglowaski@diocsefwsb.org
Website: http://www.buildinginclusiveparishes.com
Address
Fort Wayne Memorial Coliseum
4000 Parnell Ave.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46805
Address
Fort Wayne Memorial Coliseum
4000 Parnell Ave.
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46805
Sunday May 13
Diocesan-Sponsored
Mass Interpreted for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing (South Bend)
11:00am-12:00pm
South Bend
South Bend – A Mass Interpreted for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing will be held on Sunday, May 13, at 11:00am at the St. Matthew Cathedral. 1701 Miami St. South Bend, IN 46613. An interpreter from Community Services All Deaf (CSAD) will sign in American Sign Language. St. Matthew and the Secretariat for Evangelization offer this monthly Mass (Second Sunday at 11:00 am) and encourage people to invite family and friends who are deaf to attend. If you would like to assist the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Ministry in its efforts to connect with deaf members of the Catholic community in our diocese, please contact Allison Sturm in the Secretariat for Evangelization at asturm@diocesefwsb.org or (260) 399-1452. Download Flyer Here.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Deaf-and-Hard-of-Hearing-Ministry
Address
Address
Diocesan-Sponsored
Mass Interpreted for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing (Fort Wayne)
11:30am-12:30pm
Fort Wayne
A Mass Interpreted for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing will be held on Sunday, May 13, 11:30am 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 Secretariat for Evangelization 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 and Hard of Hearing Ministry and assist its efforts to provide support for the deaf members of the Catholic community in our diocese, please contact Allison Sturm in the Secretariat for Evangelization at asturm@diocesefwsb.org or at (260) 399-1452. Download Flyer Here.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Deaf-and-Hard-of-Hearing-Ministry
Address
Address
Monday May 14
Diocesan-Sponsored
"Creating a Sense of Belonging" — Building Inclusive Parishes
7:00pm-8:15pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: free
Join Father Dave Voors, Pastor of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, and core members of Building Inclusive Parishes (a grassroots ministry dedicated to providing prayer, support, advocacy and catechesis to all individuals with special needs and their families) to discuss ways in which pastors, parish staffs and parishioners can form welcoming and inclusive parishes for all. This meeting is open to everyone. Building Inclusive Parishes (BIP) continues to grow and welcomes anyone who wishes to be part of its efforts. Find out more by visiting www.buildinginclusiveparishes.com or by contacting Mary Glowaski at 260-399-1458 or mglowaski@diocesefwsb.org.
Website: https://buildinginclusiveparishes.weebly.com
Address
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish hall
10700 Aboite Center Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46804
Address
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish hall
10700 Aboite Center Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46804
Saturday May 19
Diocesan-Sponsored
Pentecost Collection for the education of seminarians
12:00am-12:00am
Fort Wayne
The weekend of May 19 and 20 is the Pentecost Collection for the Education of Seminarians. This collection helps to support the education of our seminarians. Please continue to pray for our seminarians and support the funding of their education through this important collection. Please use your Pentecost Collection envelope, or feel free to donate online at the diocesan website, www.diocesefwsb.org/diocesan-donations
Thank you for your generous response!
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/Diocesan-Donations
7:30am-12:00pm
Avilla
Cost: $15 for participants 10 years and older
St. Mary of the Assumption HASA will have a 5K Color Run/Walk Saturday, May, 19, beginning at 7:30 a.m. with check-in and 8 a.m. start time.
Included in Registration: T-shirt, headband, and temporary color. Sign up by May 4 at https://stmaryhasa.redpodium.com/1st-annual-st-mary-hasa-fun-run.
Website: https://stmaryhasa.redpodium.com/1st-annual-st-mary-hasa-fun-run
Fundraiser
St. Mary Parish Color Fun Run/Walk
8:00am-12:00pm
Avilla
Cost: $15 age 10 and above, $5 age 5-9
The first annual 5K Color Fun Run/Walk will be held Saturday, May 19, at 8 a.m. in downtown Avilla. Deadline is May 4 for registering to receive a T-shirt, temporary tattoos and color for the run. Registration fees are $15 for those age 10 and above, $5 for children ages 5-9. All proceeds will benefit the St. Mary School library. Visit https://stmaryhasa.redpodium.com/1st-annual-st-mary-hasa-fun-run.
Website: https://stmaryhasa.redpodium.com/1st-annual-st-mary-hasa-fun-run
Address
St. Mary School Parking Lot
232 N Main Street
Avilla Indiana, 46710
Address
St. Mary School Parking Lot
232 N Main Street
Avilla Indiana, 46710
Bishop Rhoades
Bishop Rhoades celebrates Mass for Diaconate Ordination at Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
11:00am-12:00pm
Fort Wayne
Sunday May 20
Youth / School
Preschool open house
11:30am-12:30pm
Garrett
St. Joseph’s Preschool, 301 W. Houston St., will have an open house Sunday, May 20, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
St. Joseph Preschool serves children ages 3 and up. Classes take place on Mondays, Wednesdays and
Fridays from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The preschool offers a family-friendly environment, hands-on choice learning, and spiritual guidance. Children will experience the joy of learning, God’s love, and friendship.
For additional tours call the school at 260-357-5137 ext. 23. For further information, visit our school’s website at www.stjosephgarrett.org or follow on FaceBook.
The first day of Preschool will be Wednesday, Sept 5, 2018.
Website: http://www.stjosephgarrett.org
Address
St. Joseph Catholic School
301 W. Houston St.
Garrett Indiana, 46738
Address
St. Joseph Catholic School
301 W. Houston St.
Garrett Indiana, 46738
Youth / School
Mother Daughter Tea
2:00pm-4:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: free
Mothers and daughters are invited to an afternoon tea Sunday, May 20, from 2-4 p.m. in honor of our Blessed Mother and one another. Enjoy tea, refreshments and fellowship at an event designed for girls in upper elementary/middle school grades and their moms at the St. Francis Convent Auditorium, 1515 W. Dragoon Trail. The afternoon will conclude with a Marian Procession. Please RSVP by May 14. Sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration.
Website: http://www.tinyurl.com/teaattheconvent
Address
St. Francis Convent Auditorium
1515 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46546
Address
St. Francis Convent Auditorium
1515 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46546
Friday May 25
Youth / School
Bishop Dwenger Graduation
6:00pm-8:00pm
Fort Wayne
Bishop Dwenger High School will celebrate graduation Friday, May 25, at 6:30 p.m. at the Embassy Theater, 125 W. Jefferson Blvd.