Bulletin Board For March 20
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General Interest
Diocesan Choir Rehearsal for Chrism Mass, March 22 and 29, 2-4 p.m., St. Benedict Cathedral School, Evansville; singers and instrumentalists of all ages and abilities from all parishes are invited; the Chrism Mass will be celebrated March 31, 5:30 p.m., St. Benedict Cathedral; for more information contact Jeremy Korba at 812-589-3886 or by e-mail at HYPERLINK mailto:jkorba@evansville-diocese.org jkorba@evdio.org
Legion of Mary Acies Ceremony, 2 p.m., March 22, Holy Redeemer, Evansville; Father Paul Ferguson will lead the services; reception in the cafeteria (handicap accessible) following the service; all Blessed Mother devotes are welcome to attend; active members will have a meeting at 1 p.m.
Healthy Indiana Plan 2.0 Application Assistance Appointments, 4-7 p.m., March 24, St. Mary’s Warrick Hospital, Boonville; plan available to low-income, non-disabled adults ages 19-64 with incomes of up to $16,297 annually or $33,307 for family of four; for appointment call 812-485-5864, walk-ins are welcome; rescheduled from Feb. 17.
German Choir to Perform in Ferdinand, 7:30 p.m., March 28, St. Ferdinand Church, performance of old German traditional songs; 1:30 p.m., March 29, Monastery Immaculate Conception performance of Joseph Haydn’s “Missa brevis Sancti Joannis de Deo in B”; concerts performed by the St. Gangolf Church Choir from Dudenhofen, Germany; free admission; public is invited.
Sisters of Providence Holy Week Schedule, 11 a.m., March 29, Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord Mass with blessing and distribution of palms, procession; 4:30 p.m. March 29, Vespers; 11:30 a.m. March 30-31, Holy Week daily Mass; 4-8 p.m., April 2, Thursday of the Lord’s Supper, Mass and washing of feet, procession; 3 p.m., April 3, Friday of the Passion of the Lord, reading of the Passion according to John, solemn prayer, Communion, adoration; 7 p.m., April 4, Easter Vigil Mass
Chrism Mass, 5:30 p.m., March 31, St. Benedict Cathedral, Evansville; solemn blessing by Bishop Charles C. Thompson of oils that are used in administering the Sacraments and public renewal of priestly promises to Christ and the Church by diocesan priests; diocesan celebration open to everyone.
Sisters of St. Benedict Holy Week Schedule, 7:30 p.m., April 2, Mass of the Lord’s Supper; 3 p.m., April 3. Good Friday services; 7:30 p.m., Easter Vigil Service of Readings, April 4; 5:45 a.m., April 5, blessing of the fire, Paschal candle and water followed by the celebration of the Mass of the Resurrection; Monastery Church, Monastery Immaculate Conception, Ferdinand.
Heaven’s Sake Gift Shop Hours, closed Holy Thursday, April 2 thorough Easter Sunday, April 5; 10 a.m., April 6, reopen; no guided tours at the monastery April 2-6, tours resume April 7.
Triduum Morning Prayer, 9 a.m., Good Friday and Easter Saturday, April 3 and 4, St. Benedict Cathedral, Evansville; Morning Prayer includes singing of psalms and canticles, reading of Scripture, homily, intercessions; questions or for more information contact Matt Miller at HYPERLINK "mailto:mmiller@evdio.or" mmiller@evdio.or or 800-637-1731.
Good Friday Way of the Cross, 3:15 p.m., April 3, Four Freedoms Monument, Evansville; process from monument to Holy Trinity, Evansville; reflecting on the path that Christ followed for our redemption; open to the public; sponsored by Communion and Liberation; questions or for more information contact Father Alex Zenthoefer at azenthoefer@evdio.org.
Favorite Recipes Needed, St. Rupert, Red Brush is compiling a cookbook of favorite recipes in celebration of its 150th anniversary the end of August; main dish entries are needed in addition to other favorites; email entry to HYPERLINK "mailto:StRupertPrays@aol.com" StRupertPrays@aol.com or mail to Anne Nord, 1033 Red Brush Rd., Newburgh, IN 47630; deadline for submission is April 6; no limit to number of recipes.
Retirees’ Gathering, 1-4 p.m., April 8, first Wednesday of each month, Resurrection School Cafeteria, Evansville; ladies and gentlemen are invited to play Clabber, Solo or bring a game of your choice; refreshments served; for more information contact Dorothy Morris at 812-963-3838.
Rogation Service, 6:30 p.m., April 15, Sacred Heart, Schnellville; open to all who eat and care for the earth; participants are encouraged to bring a sample of seed and soil to be blessed at the end of Mass.
Traditional Latin High Mass with Gregorian Chant, every Sunday, 2 p.m., Holy Trinity, Evansville; celebrant and homilist Father Donald Dilger; Latin-English missalettes provided.
Classes
Heartsaver CPR with AED, 5:30-9:30 p.m., March 31, Community Classroom Memorial South, Jasper; class teaches CPR, use of automated external defibrillator, relief of choking in adults, children and infants; $50/person; class size limited; to register call 812-996-2399 or 800-852-7279, ext. 2399.
Financial Preparedness Class for New and Expectant Parents, 6:30-8:30 p.m., April 1, St. Mary’s Gift Conference Room, Hospital for Women and Children, Evansville; topics include household financial planning, taxes and insurance, resources available for those needing assistance; no charge but registration required; call 812-485-6016 or go to stmarys.org and click on class or event tab to reserve a spot.
Basic Medic First Aid with AED, 8 a.m.-noon, April 1, Community Classroom Memorial Hospital Southside Offices, Jasper; basic training course in emergency care designed for use in the business/industrial setting; fee $65/person, limited class size; for more information call 812-996-2399 or HYPERLINK "tel:800-852-7279, ext. 2399" t "_blank" 800-852-7279, ext. 2399.
Breastfeeding: Getting Started, 6-8 p.m., April 1, Board Conference Room B/C Memorial Hospital, Jasper; focus on various aspects of breastfeeding; recommended that both mother and support person attend; free to those delivering at Memorial Hospital, otherwise $15; for more information or to register call 812-996-2399.
Diet-Free: Eight Habits That Will Change Your Life, noon-1 p.m., Thursdays, April 2-May 21, First Level Conference Room, Memorial Hospital, Jasper; video seminar program lead by a registered dietitian; for more information or to pre-register call 812-996-5729.
“Creating Hope” for Cancer Patients, 5:30-7:30 p.m., April 7 and 14, sessions first and second Tuesday of each month, Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center Conference Room, Jasper; sessions use art and creative expression as coping mechanisms for patients with cancer and are designed for cancer patients, their families and caregivers; art materials and instructional book are available at each session; sessions are free but pre-registration is required by calling 812-996-0626.
Next Rediscover Catholicism, 10:30 a.m.-noon, second Thursday of each month, Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center, Maple Mount, Ky.; next class is April 9; focus on Matthew Kelly’s book, “Rediscover Catholicism”; $10 fee per class includes lunch; to register contact Kathy McCarty at 270-229-0206 or by email at kathy.mccarty@maplemount.org.
CPR On-Line Training, visit HYPERLINK "http://www.onlineAHA.org" www.onlineAHA.org and select “Course Catalog” to find the appropriate course; complete the online portion, print certificate and call Memorial Hospital, Jasper at 812-996-2281 to schedule a skills evaluation and complete certification; cost for skills evaluation portion is $30 and will be located in the Health and Wellness Classroom at Memorial Southside Office; for more information call the number above or 800-852-7273, ext. 2281; offered in conjunction with the American Heart Association.
College Faith Life
Sunday Masses, UE Newman Center Sunday Mass at 1 p.m., Neu Chapel, University of Evansville (unless otherwise noted); March 22, Father Tony Ernst; March 29, Father Christopher Droste.
UE Newman Club’s Dinner and Discussion Program, 5:30-7 p.m., Newman Center, 1901 Lincoln Ave., Evansville; March 23, Father Tony Ernst presents “Four Marks of the Church”; March 30, Fr. Godfrey Mullen presents “The Holiest Week of the Year”; for more information contact Kristel Riffert at 812-477-6446.
Wednesday Night Faith Exploration, 4:30-6 p.m. study break at Jazzman’s, 6-7 p.m. dinner at Ridgway, 7-8:15 p.m. adoration and reflection at UE Newman Center, Evansville; March 25.
Evening Mass, every Wednesday, Neu Chapel, University of Evansville; 9 p.m. opportunity for reconciliation and rosary before 9:30 p.m. Mass; March 25, Fr. Mullen; call/text 812-760-8610 or email Kristel at HYPERLINK "mailto:kr53@evansville.edu" kr53@evansville.edu for more information.
Dinners
Haubstadt Knights of St. John Chicken Dinner, 10:30 a.m., March 22, Knights of St. John Hall, Haubstadt; serving fried chicken, dressing, dumplings, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn, Cole slaw, dessert; dine in or carry out; $9.50/adults, $5/child 10 and under.
St. Henry B-B-Q Dinner, 11 a.m., March 29, St. Henry C.K. of A. Hall; dinners include chicken, potato salad or chips, slaw, baked beans, bread; $9/adult (1/2 chicken), $6/child (1/4 chicken); coffee, soft drinks, pies, desserts also available; half pot, Chinese auction, kids games, raffle; proceeds to benefit St. Henry Church.
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Fit Over Fifty, 7 p.m., Mondays, 10 a.m., Tuesdays, 8 a.m. Fridays during the school year, St. John the Baptist School Arena, Newburgh; fitness program designed for people 50 and over includes aerobics, strength, flexibility, balance exercises, go at your own pace; no cost, donations accepted; for information call the parish office at 812-490-1000.
Fundraisers
Bowling “Fun”draiser for World Down Syndrome Day Celebration, noon-2 p.m. or 2-4 p.m., March 21, Franklin Lanes, Evansville; $20/person includes 3 games, shoe rental, two slices of pizza and soft drink; registration requested by phone at 812-985-7519 or email at nina@smileondownsyndrome.org.
St. Boniface, Evansville Bingo, held in school gym, 2031 W. Michigan; every Friday night, doors open 5:30 p.m., early bird starts 6:30 p.m.
Health
Bariatric Public Forum, 9-10 a.m., March 28, Memorial Hospital Medical Arts Building Conference Center, Jasper; learn more about bariatric weight loss surgery now being offered at Memorial Hospital; for more information call 812-996-0185.
Lifeline Screening Event, March 30, St. Clement, Boonville; various screening packages available; receive $10 off package plus $10 will be donated to St. Clement; must pre-register through Helping Hands by calling 1-800-324-9458 or online at HYPERLINK "http://www.helpinghandsforhealth.com" www.helpinghandsforhealth.com.
Made to Crave, 6-7 p.m., Mondays, March 30-June 22, Memorial Southside Office, Jasper; 12-week, video-based Bible study and nutrition program for women that will help you find the “want to” in making healthy lifestyle choices; $99 fee; pre-registration required by calling 812-996-2399 or going to HYPERLINK "http://www.mhcc.org" www.mhcc.org and clicking on classes and events.
Check-In Time Breastfeeding Mothers Support Group, 5-6 p.m., April 1, Board Conference Room B/C in the Lower Level of Memorial Hospital, Jasper; weight checks for babies, mom-to-mom support; no registration required, Moms encouraged to come anytime throughout the hour; for more information, call 812-996-0383, or visit mhhcc.org.
Men with Cancer Discussion Group, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., April 6, Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center Conference Room, Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center’s Dorbett Street entrance, Jasper; opportunity to talk with others in an open forum about cancer-related experiences; information call 812-996-0626.
Free Balance Screenings, 1-4 p.m., April 7, Washington Square Mall, rear St. Mary’s entrance, Evansville; no charge, appointments are encouraged by calling 812-485-6910 by March 31; information on balance and other health topics will be available.
Lenten Programs/Activities
Sisters of Providence Lenten Weekend Retreat, March 27-29, St. Mary-of-the-Woods; retreat of quiet reflection, sharing of faith and study titled, “People of the Empty Tomb: Preparing for Holy Week; $90/commuters, $140/double room, $170/private room, includes all meals; deadline to register is March 20 by calling 812-535-2952 or by email at provctr@spsmw.org
Way of the Cross, 6:30 p.m., Mondays in Lent, followed by speaker, St. Boniface Parish, Sacred Heart Church, Evansville
Way of the Cross, 12:10 p.m., Fridays in Lent, St. Boniface Church, Evansville.
Stations of the Cross, 5:30 p.m., Fridays in Lent, St. Benedict Cathedral, Evansville.
Retreat
Triduum Retreat, 3 p.m. April 2-Easter Sunday morning, Kordes Center, Ferdinand; silent retreat includes a conference a day and participation in the sisters’ liturgical celebrations; $250/person includes meals and private room; registration due March 30; for more information or to register call 800-880-2777 or 812-367-1411, ext. 2915 or visit www.thedome.org/programs.
Spiritual Growth
Spanish Program Offered at Monastery Immaculate Conception, 2-6 p.m., March 28, Monastery Event Hall, Ferdinand; theme is “From Ashes to Fire: Lent – A Journey of Love, Pardon, Reconciliation”; presentations and activities for all age groups; donation of $10 per family includes 5 p.m. shared meal, drinks and desserts provided by the sisters; call 812-639-1711 by March 23 to register; bring food to share with others and Bible.
Healing Mass, 4:30 p.m. worship, 5 p.m. Mass, April 19, St. John, Daylight; Father John Judie is celebrant; for information call John Bennett at 812-544-2239, Charles Mendel at 812-482-7502, Kim Kendall at 812-630-8933; for more information visit HYPERLINK "http://www.psci.net/blitzen/" http://www.psci.net/blitzen/ or HYPERLINK "http://www.evansvillecharismaticrenewal.org/" www.evansvillecharismaticrenewal.org/.
Providence Associate Application Process Begins, applications are being accepted by the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods for associates through June 30; open to women and men of faith ages 18 ears or older who would like to walk with the Sisters of Providence haring in their mission of love, mercy and justice; orientation at Saint Mary-of-the-woods required; not cost; for more information call Debbie Dillow at 317-994-6821 or email ddillow@spsmw.org.
Spanish Emmaus Group, 6:30 p.m., Wednesdays, Nativity, Evansville; approx. 30 people meet for dinner and a formation topic; call parish office at 812-476-7186 for more information.
Support Groups
Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Caregiver Support Group, meets 6:30-8 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month, next meeting is April 1, Board Conference Room A, Memorial Hospital, Jasper; group allows caregivers to share knowledge and experiences in caring for loved ones affected by these illnesses; information and resources will be available; 812-996-5780.
S.P.I.R.I.T. Parenting Group, meets first Wednesday each month, 6:30-8 p.m., Central United Methodist Church, Evansville; for families with children who have behavioral, emotional, mental disorders; free supervised childcare; 812-426-2640; sponsored by Mental Health America.
Al Anon Family Groups, fellowship of people whose lives and families have been affected by alcoholism; daily meetings; for meeting times and locations call 812-421-2800.
National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI), Evansville on-going support meetings, second and fourth Tuesdays, 6:45-8:30 p.m., Southwestern Indiana Mental Health Center, Fourth and Mulberry Sts., Evansville; Diane Arneson 812-423-4333.
Lung Disease Support Group, meets first Wednesday of every month, 1-2 p.m., Cardiac Conference room, St. Mary’s Medical Center, Evansville; activities include social gatherings, harmonica playing, guest speakers, presentations, refreshments; meetings are free and open to the public; for more information call 812-485-5230.
Heart Failure Support Group, meets the first Thursday of the month, 1-2 p.m., Cardiac Conference Room, St. Mary’s Medical Center, Evansville; provides educational and emotional support to those diagnosed with heart failure and their families; for more information call 812-485-5230.
Vocation Exploration
Come and See Weekend, April 10-12, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind.; the Sisters of Providence invite Catholic women ages 18-42 to discover what life would be like as a Sister of Providence; weekend theme is “Rooted in Charism of Providence”; for more information contact Providence Sister Editha Ben at 812-535-2895 or by email at HYPERLINK "mailto:eben@spsmw.org" eben@spsmw.org.
Youth/Young Adult
Source and Summit 2015 Youth Retreat, April 10-12, Mater Dei High School gym, Evansville; Mass, confession, adoration, rosary, praise, Scripture, small group workshops, fun, friends, food; open to ages 13-24; for more information or to register e-mail www.sourcesummitevansville.org.
Source and Summit 2015 Parent Retreat, 7:30 a.m. registration, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. retreat, April 11, Resurrection, Evansville; $20/person includes light lunch; child care available, RSVP in advance to HYPERLINK "mailto:amdlash566@aol.com" amdlash566@aol.com; for more information or to register visit HYPERLINK "http://www.sourcesummitevansville.org" www.sourcesummitevansville.org.
