Upcoming Events
Sunday Aug 01
Mass / Liturgy
Children's Liturgy of the Word Videos
12:00am-12:00am
Cost: free
Please join us for a free, 30 minute Children’s Liturgy of the Word video for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time! (Our videos also air on The CatholicTV Network Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. EDT.) 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 freehand faith-based drawings or free weekly Kids’ Liturgy coloring page, please e-mail them to [email protected], 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. (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 above)
Indiana,
Diocesan-Sponsored
Retiro de Padre e Hijo en honor a San José
2:00pm-8:00pm
South Bend
Cost: $20 per family
Acompaña al Obispo Rhoades en un retiro de Padre/hijo para celebrar el ano de San José! El retiro está abierto a jóvenes en las edades de 13-17 años y su padre/acompañante y se llevara a cabo el domingo, 1ero de agosto, de 2:00 PM a 8:00 PM en el Parque del Condado San Patricio en South Bend, situado en el Rio de San José. El Obispo Rhoades estará hablando sobre la vida de San José como modelo para los hombres, el retiro también contará con una caminata, carpintería, observación de aves, conversaciones, oración, parrillada y juegos. El costo del retiro será $20 por familia e incluye la entrada al parque, botanas, comida y un crucifijo de recuerdo. Para registrarse, vayan a https://diocesefwsb.org/joseph-retreat.
Join Bishop Rhoades for a Latino father/son retreat to celebrate the Year of St. Joseph! The retreat is open to boys aged 13-17 and their father/male relative and will take place on Sunday, August 1st, from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at St. Patrick’s County Park in South Bend, situated on the St. Joseph River.
Bishop Rhoades will be speaking on the life of St. Joseph as a model for men, and the retreat also will feature hiking, woodworking, birdwatching, conversation, prayer, grilling and games. The cost of the retreat is $20 per family and includes the entry fee to the park, snacks, dinner and a keepsake crucifix. To register, please go to https://diocesefwsb.org/joseph-retreat.
Website: https://diocesefwsb.org/joseph-retreat
Address
St. Patrick's County Park
50651 Laurel Road
South Bend Indiana, 46637
Tuesday Aug 03
Mass / Liturgy
Sensory-Friendly Mass at St. Elizabeth
6:00pm-6:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: free
A Sensory-Friendly Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 3 at 6 p.m. (first Tuesday of each month) at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 10700 Aboite Center Road, FW 46804. 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/SEASFW/
Contact Allison at 260.399.1452 or [email protected] for questions.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/belonging
Address
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church
10700 Aboite Center Road
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46804
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap - Fort Wayne - Summer Series
6:30pm-8:30pm
Fort Wayne
Join us for a Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith!
Series Theme: Making All Things New
July 6 – Renewal in Relationship – Deacon Mel Tardy
July 13 – Renewal of Vision – Molly Roman
July 20 – Renewal in Rest – Michael Handlin & Sr. Ignatia, OSF
July 27 – Renewal of Heart – Fr. Tom Shoemaker
August 3 – Mass & Celebration
Generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
More Info: www.diocesefwsb.org/tot
Website: http://www.diocesfwsb.org/tot
Address
University of St. Francis
Cougar Den Student Center
2701 Spring Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46808
Bishop Rhoades
Theology on Tap - South Bend - Summer Series
6:30pm-8:30pm
South Bend
Join us for a Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith!
We will gather in-person and outdoors unless rain forces us into the gymnasium. The church grounds include a nice grassy area for spreading out. Each night will include musical entertainment by talented local young adults, a food truck with $1 tacos, and an engaging talk followed by discussion.
Series Theme: The Mystical Body & The Sacraments
July 20 – One Body, Many Parts: When God Wrecks Your Romance – Amanda Vernon & Fr. Matt Fase, CSC
July 27 – This Is My Body: The Real Presence & Eucharistic Miracles – Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades
August 3 – The Whole Christ: Sinners, Saints, & Sacraments – Fr. Kevin Grove, CSC
August 10 – In-Personness & The Sacraments – Timothy O’Malley
August 17 – Mass & Music Fest with Amanda Vernon
Generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
More Info: www.diocesefwsb.org/tot
Website: http://www.diocesfwsb.org/tot
Address
St. Therese Little Flower Church
54191 Ironwood Rd
South Bend Indiana, 46635
Friday Aug 06
Fundraiser
Immaculate Conception Rummage Sale
9:00am-5:00pm
Kendallville
The Rosary Sodality of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Kendallville have a rummage sale.
Address
Immaculate Conception Church Hall
301 E Diamond St.
Kendallville Indiana, 46755
Diocesan-Sponsored
Hispanic Andrew Dinner
6:00pm-8:00pm
Elkhart
The Vocation Office will host an Andrew Dinner specifically for Hispanic young men ages 16-30 to come and learn about seminary life and the call to the priesthood. This event will be bilingual and will be and informal evening with dinner and questions and answers.
Address
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
1108 S Main Street
Elkhart Indiana, 46516
Saturday Aug 07
Fundraiser
Immaculate Conception Rummage Sale
9:00am-11:30am
Kendallville
The Rosary Sodality of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Kendallville will be having a rummage sale. On Saturday the sale is $2.50 per grocery bag full.
Address
Immaculate Conception Church Hall
301 E Diamond St.
Kendallville Indiana, 46755
Sunday Aug 08
Mass / Liturgy
Mass interpreted for the Deaf (SB)
11:00am-12:00pm
South Bend
Cost: free
An interpreter for the deaf will be present Sunday, August 8 at the 11 a.m. Mass at St. Matthew Cathedral, 1701 Miami St., South Bend, IN 46613. An interpreter from Community Services All Deaf (CSAD) provides ASL (American Sign Language). St. Matthew Cathedral Parish and the Diocesan Deaf Ministry offer these monthly Masses (on the second and fourth Sundays) and encourage people to extend the invitation to family and friends who are deaf. If you would like to raise awareness for the Deaf Ministry and assist in its efforts to provide support for the deaf members of the Catholic community in our diocese, please contact Allison Sturm at [email protected] or at 260-399-1452
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/belonging
Address
St. Matthew Cathedral
1701 Miami Street
South Bend Indiana, 46613
Mass / Liturgy
Mass Interpreted for the Deaf (FW)
11:30am-12:00am
Fort Wayne
Cost: free
An interpreter for the deaf will be present Sunday, August 8 at the 11:30 a.m. Mass 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 offer this 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 [email protected] or at (260) 399-1452.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/belonging
Address
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
1122 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Tuesday Aug 10
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap - South Bend - Summer Series
6:30pm-8:30pm
South Bend
Join us for a Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith!
We will gather in-person and outdoors unless rain forces us into the gymnasium. The church grounds include a nice grassy area for spreading out. Each night will include musical entertainment by talented local young adults, a food truck with $1 tacos, and an engaging talk followed by discussion.
Series Theme: The Mystical Body & The Sacraments
July 20 – One Body, Many Parts: When God Wrecks Your Romance – Amanda Vernon & Fr. Matt Fase, CSC
July 27 – This Is My Body: The Real Presence & Eucharistic Miracles – Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades
August 3 – The Whole Christ: Sinners, Saints, & Sacraments – Fr. Kevin Grove, CSC
August 10 – In-Personness & The Sacraments – Timothy O’Malley
August 17 – Mass & Music Fest with Amanda Vernon
Generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
More Info: www.diocesefwsb.org/tot
Website: http://www.diocesfwsb.org/tot
Address
St. Therese Little Flower Church
54191 Ironwood Rd
South Bend Indiana, 46635
Friday Aug 13
Mass / Liturgy
Sensory-Friendly Mass at St. John, FW
5:45pm-6:15pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: free
A Sensory-Friendly Mass will be celebrated on Friday, August 13 at 5:45 p.m. (second Friday of each month) at St. John the Baptist Church, 4500 Fairfield Avenue, FW 46807. 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. John’s parish, who would benefit from a sensory-friendly environment.
Livestream: www.facebook.com/SaintJohnFortWayne
Contact Allison at 260.399.1452 or [email protected] for questions.
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/belonging
Address
St. John the Baptist, FW
4500 Fairfield Avenue
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46807
Saturday Aug 14
Fundraiser
Festival of Our Lady of Guadalupe
11:00am-8:30pm
Warsaw
Cost: No entry fee
The annual Festival of Our Lady of Guadalupe will be Saturday, Aug. 14, from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. with the local diocese joining in the festivities. Authentic Mexican food will be available for purchase, live entertainment, and live music through out the day. Door prizes, raffles and much more. Proceeds will benefit building a rectory on the property.
Address
Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish
225 Gilliam Drive
Warsaw Indiana, 46580
5:00pm-6:00pm
Mishawaka
Cost: Free
Mass will be held at the Queen of Peace Grotto for the Vigil of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Please bring your own chair/blanket (some folding chairs will be available).
Address
Queen of Peace Grotto
4508 VISTULA RD
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Sunday Aug 15
Mass / Liturgy
Children's Liturgy of the Word Videos
12:00am-12:00am
Cost: free
Please join us for a free, 30 minute Children’s Liturgy of the Word video for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary! (Our videos also air on The CatholicTV Network Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. EDT.) 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 freehand faith-based drawings or free weekly Kids’ Liturgy coloring page, please e-mail them to [email protected], 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. (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 above)
,
Tuesday Aug 17
Diocesan-Sponsored
Theology on Tap - South Bend - Summer Series
6:30pm-8:30pm
South Bend
Join us for a Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith!
We will gather in-person and outdoors unless rain forces us into the gymnasium. The church grounds include a nice grassy area for spreading out. Each night will include musical entertainment by talented local young adults, a food truck with $1 tacos, and an engaging talk followed by discussion.
Series Theme: The Mystical Body & The Sacraments
July 20 – One Body, Many Parts: When God Wrecks Your Romance – Amanda Vernon & Fr. Matt Fase, CSC
July 27 – This Is My Body: The Real Presence & Eucharistic Miracles – Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades
August 3 – The Whole Christ: Sinners, Saints, & Sacraments – Fr. Kevin Grove, CSC
August 10 – In-Personness & The Sacraments – Timothy O’Malley
August 17 – Mass & Music Fest with Amanda Vernon
Generously sponsored by Knights of Columbus Insurance.
More Info: www.diocesefwsb.org/tot
Website: http://www.diocesfwsb.org/tot
Address
St. Therese Little Flower Church
54191 Ironwood Rd
South Bend Indiana, 46635
Youth / School
Pro-life apologetics info night
7:00pm-12:00am
An info night about a new, virtual, homeschool course for high school students that focuses on pro-life values will be Tuesday, Aug. 17 at 7 p.m.
Email [email protected] to receive the zoom link.
Website: https://pro-life-apologetics.com
Address
Zoom
N/A
Indiana,
Wednesday Aug 18
Diocesan-Sponsored
ava's grace online support group meeting
8:00pm-9:30pm
Mishawaka
Cost: free of charge
If you have suffered miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss and would like to gather online with others who know this deep grief, we invite you to attend our monthly ava’s grace support group meeting whenever you’d like. The support group meets over Zoom on the third Wednesday evening of the month from 8 to 9:30 PM. The August meeting will take place on Wednesday evening, August 18. Please email Lisa Everett at [email protected] for the Zoom meeting link and passcode. For more information about ava’s grace, the diocesan ministry which offers spiritual, emotional and practical support to those grieving the loss of a baby before or after birth, please visit diocesefwsb.org/avasgrace.
Website: https://www.diocesefwsb.org/avas-grace
Address
Online over Zoom
Saint John Paul II Center
1328 W. Dragoon Trail
Mishawaka Indiana, 46544
Thursday Aug 19
Mass / Liturgy
World Apostolate of Fatima Quarterly Mass and Fellowship
5:30pm-12:00am
Warsaw
Join the World Apostolate of Fatima for the second to last quarterly Mass and fellowship of the year!
5:30 PM – Holy Mass with Fr. Jonathon Norton
— Following Mass: Adoration w/ Rosary
— Following Benediction: Fellowship in the Parish Hall
All are welcome to attend!
Website: https://fatimafwsb.org
Address
Sacred Heart Parish
135 North Harrison St.
Warsaw Indiana, 46580
Saturday Aug 21
8:00am-1:00pm
Granger
St. Pius X Catholic Church fifth annual Flyin’ Lion 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk will be Saturday, August 21. The 5K race starts at 8 a.m. and the 1 mile Fun Run/Walk begins immediately following the start of the 5K. Featuring a chip-timed race and a post-race celebration, this community event kicks off a day of “welcome back” festivities for the parish. Proceeds from the annual Flyin’ Lion event will benefit the youth and young adult pilgrims planning to travel to Panama to participate in World Youth Day 2023 and those participating in the Youth Ministry’s annual Mission Trip.
Those interested in learning more about the Flyin’ Lion 5K may contact Megan Sorg, St. Pius X Assistant Director of Stewardship and Engagement and Race Director, at [email protected] or by contacting the Parish Office at 574-272-8462.
Address
St. Pius X Parish
52553 Fir Road
Granger Indiana, 46530
Parish / Community
St. Vincent de Paul Parish Festival in Elkhart
10:00am-4:00pm
Elkhart
St. Vincent de Paul Parish Festival will include music, games and Angelo and Hispanic food. Bring your family out for some fun, games, food and enjoy the day in fellowship with family and friends.
Address
St. Vincent Church Parking Lot
1108 South Main Street
Elkhart Indiana, 46516
Sunday Aug 22
Mass / Liturgy
Eucharistic Miracle exhibit
12:00am-12:00am
Albion
Blessed Sacrament Church in Albion will host a Eucharistic Miracles exhibit by Blessed Carlo Acutis on several dates in August and September. The exhibit will include a history of eucharistic adoration, the feast of Corpus Christi and eucharistic processions.
An open house for the exhibit is scheduled from 2-6 p.m. Aug. 22 and Sept. 19, the opening and closing dates of the exhibit. The exhibit will also be open from 9-10 a.m. Aug. 29, Sept. 5, Sept. 12 and Sept. 19, following the 8 a.m. parish Mass.
For more information, contact the parish at 260-636-2072.
Mass / Liturgy
Children's Liturgy of the Word Videos
12:00am-12:00am
Cost: free
Please join us for a free, 30 minute Children’s Liturgy of the Word video for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time! (Our videos also air on The CatholicTV Network Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. EDT.) 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 freehand faith-based drawings or free weekly Kids’ Liturgy coloring page, please e-mail them to [email protected], 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. (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 above)
Indiana,
Mass / Liturgy
Mass interpreted for the Deaf (SB)
11:00am-12:00pm
South Bend
Cost: free
An interpreter for the deaf will be present Sunday, August 22 at the 11 a.m. Mass at St. Matthew Cathedral, 1701 Miami St., South Bend, IN 46613. An interpreter from Community Services All Deaf (CSAD) provides ASL (American Sign Language). St. Matthew Cathedral Parish and the Diocesan Deaf Ministry offer these monthly Masses (on the second and fourth Sundays) and encourage people to extend the invitation to family and friends who are deaf. If you would like to raise awareness for the Deaf Ministry and assist in its efforts to provide support for the deaf members of the Catholic community in our diocese, please contact Allison Sturm at [email protected] or at 260-399-1452
Website: http://www.diocesefwsb.org/belonging
Address
St. Matthew Cathedral
1701 Miami Street
South Bend Indiana, 46613
Wednesday Aug 25
Diocesan-Sponsored
Online NFP support group
8:00pm-9:30pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: free of charge
Are you looking for some support and fellowship in using natural family planning? Join our monthly online support group for NFP users in the diocese! We meet over Zoom on the 4th Wednesday evening of the month from 8:00 to 9:30 PM Eastern Time. Our next gathering will take place on Wednesday, August 25th. Email Caty at [email protected] for the Zoom meeting link and passcode. Sponsored by Marriage & Family Ministry, Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
Address
Online over Zoom
Archbishop Noll Catholic Center
915 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Friday Aug 27
9:00am-4:00pm
Fort Wayne
St. Charles Borromeo Knights of Columbus will host a “Big Boys Tools and Toys” garage sale Friday, August 27 and Saturday, Aug. 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sunday, Aug. 29 from noon to 3 p.m. at the parish office garage,
4916 Trier Rd.
Bishop Rhoades
¡Viva! Your Encounter with Jesus - Night of Worship and Healing - ¡Viva! Tu Encuentro con Jesus - Noche de Alabanza y Sanación
6:00pm-9:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $10 for ages 15+, children free.
¡Viva!
Your Encounter with Jesus – Night of Worship and Healing will be Friday, Aug. 27, at Headwaters Park in Fort Wayne.
Join others for worship, testimonies, adoration and confession from 6-9 p.m. with Father Agustino Torres, CFR, Kairy Marquez and Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades.
$10 entrance fee for ages 15+, children are free.
Food Trucks will be on-site from 5-8 p.m.
Covid-19 protocols will be enforced.
¡Viva!
Tu Encuentro con Jesus- Noche de Alabanza y Sanación
27 de agosto 2021 en el Parque Headwaters en Fort Wayne, Indiana
Acompáñanos en Alabanzas, Testimonios, Adoración al Santísimo y Confesiones de 6-9pm. Padre Agustino Torres, CFR, Kairy Marquez y Obispo Kevin C. Rhoades.
Costo de entrada son $10 para mayores de 15 años, niños gratis.
Habrán Food Trucks disponibles de 5- 8pm.
Se seguirán los protocolos para la prevención del Covid-19.
Saturday Aug 28
Bishop Rhoades
Diocesan World Youth Day
12:00pm-10:00pm
Fort Wayne
Cost: $60
High school youth are invited to join Bishop Rhoades and nationally acclaimed speaker Father Agustino Torres, CFR, at Headwaters Park in Fort Wayne on Saturday, Aug. 28, for Diocesan World Youth Day. This annual celebration in downtown Fort Wayne offers young people a dynamic celebration of our faith with speakers, food trucks, music, activities and Mass and Adoration with Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades. Learn more and register at diocesefwsb.org/youth-conference.
Website: https://diocesefwsb.org/youth-conference/
Address
Headwaters Park, Fort Wayne
333 S. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne Indiana, 46802
Sunday Aug 29
Fundraiser
St. Patrick summer festival
12:00am-4:00pm
South Bend
Cost: $13
Food, live music, beer garden for the outdoor festivities.
Main meals include chicken, pulled pork and Vietnamese with corn on the cobb, baked beans, coleslaw, mac and cheese. Tickets $13.
Address
St. Patrick Church grounds
308 S. Scott Street
South Bend Indiana, 46601
Mass / Liturgy
Children's Liturgy of the Word Videos
12:00am-12:00am
Cost: free
Please join us for a free, 30 minute Children’s Liturgy of the Word video for the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time! (Our videos also air on The CatholicTV Network Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. EDT.) 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 freehand faith-based drawings or free weekly Kids’ Liturgy coloring page, please e-mail them to [email protected], 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. (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 above)
Indiana,
Mass / Liturgy
Marriage blessing
2:00pm-6:00pm
New Haven
Cost: Free
Marriage Blessing
For all married couples and their families
On the Feast of the Beheading of St. John the Baptist
Sunday, August 29th, 2021
St. Louis Besancon Catholic Church
15535 Lincoln Highway E, New Haven, IN 46774
2 p.m. Holy Mass with Marriage Blessing
3 p.m. Games/activities for all
4 p.m. Dinner in Church Hall
RSVP if you’re planning to eat with us to
Jenny Babbitt at 260-443-5266 by Mon, August 23.
Please bring lawn chairs/blankets for additional outdoor seating