Bulletin Board For Nov. 20

General Interest

Sounds of the Season, 7 p.m., Nov. 21, Holy Family, Jasper; concert by 98-member chorus will perform seasonal and traditional Christmas carols; everyone welcome.

A Monastic St. Benedict Concert, 3 p.m., Nov. 22, Monastery Immaculate Conception chapel, Ferdinand; free tours of Monastery Immaculate Conception, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Nov. 21 and noon-2 p.m., Nov. 22; everyone welcome.

Benedictine Sister Mary Victor Kercher Anniversary Celebration, 1-4 p.m., Nov. 27, Event Hall, Monastery Immaculate Conception, Ferdinand; please join her family in celebration of her 70 years of mission and ministry; light refreshments served.

Evening of Adoration for Deacon Ordination, 6 p.m., Dec. 4, Annunciation of the Lord, Evansville (Holy Spirit Church); celebration of the ordination to the Diaconate of Ambrose Wanyonyi includes prayer and worship before the Blessed Sacrament; for more information contact Matt Miller at 812-424-5536 or email mmiller@evdio.org.

Revelations of Divine Love: Praying with Julian of Norwich, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 5, St. Gertrude Hall, Monastery Immaculate Conception, Ferdinand; attendees will consider the writings of Julian of Norwich and reflect on how God’s love continues to work today; $75 includes lunch; registration deadline is Dec. 2; for more information or to register call 812-367-1411, ext. 2915.

Auditions for Annual MEO Tri-State IDOL Competition, first-round competition online via YouTube; soloists or groups make a 1-5 minute performance video and upload to YouTube, visit www.meoidol.com and complete online video submission form; entry deadline is Dec. 20; in person semifinals Jan. 16, 2016, 2 p.m.; in person finals at Tri-State Idol Gala April 22, 2016; open to high school and college students and adults; assistance for those without video equipment or Internet access by calling 812-402-6700, ext. 2.

Second Annual Rice and Beans Dinner and Sharing, after 4:30 p.m. Mass, Jan. 9, Good Shepherd, Evansville; evening will educate all interested and provide a venue for support and sharing for parishes that have Haiti or other third world projects; keynote by Maryknoll Sister Janet Miller, discussion of current parish projects by all attending, presentation by Ann Ennis of the Maryknoll Group regarding travel funding; for more information contact Mary Beth Davis at 812-589-1824 or by email at meridavys@gmail.com.

2016 Engaged Encounter Weekends, Feb. 13-14, April 9-10, Sept. 17-18, Sarto Retreat Center, Evansville; retreats begin 7:15 a.m. Sat. and end 3 p.m. Sun.; weekend retreat with other engaged couples that affords time alone together to plan for sacramental marriage; trained facilitators lead the program; for more information or to register visit www.charitiesevv.org/engaged-encouinter.html or call Catholic Charities at 812-423-5456.

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.

Advent

St. Mary-of-the-Woods Advent Calendar, 11 a.m., Sundays, Nov. 29-Dec. 20, Mass, Church of the Immaculate Conception, St. Mary-of-the-Woods; 11 a.m., Nov. 29, Blessing of Advent Wreath; 4:30 p.m., Sundays, Nov. 29-Dec. 20, Vespers; 11 a.m., Dec. 8, Mass for the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary; 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sundays of Advent, Linden Leaf Gifts located in Providence Spirituality and Conference open.

Classes/Workshops

BLS for Health Care Provider, 8 a.m.-noon, Dec. 1, Health and Wellness Classroom, Memorial Southside Office, Jasper; American Heart Association course covers CPR for all ages, two-man CPR, bag-valve mask ventilation, choking, use of AED; $65 fee; for more information or to register call 812-852-7279, ext. 2399.

Breastfeeding: Getting Started, 6-8 p.m., Dec. 2, 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.

ATV Safety Educational Training, Dec. 2 and 3, Posey County 4_h Fairgrounds, New Harmony; training is free and open to up to 16 adult participants on a first come-first serve basis; for more information or to register contact Cheven May at maycm@purdue.edu or 812-838-1331; registration deadline is Nov. 13.

English as a New Language Classes, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9-11:15 a.m. and 12:15-2:30 p.m., Nativity, Evansville, for more information call 812-476-7704; Tuesdays, 5:30-8:30 p.m., St. Joseph, Dale, for more information call 812-937-2200; Mondays and Thursdays, 9 a.m.-noon, 12:30-3:30 p.m., 6-8:30 p.m., Guadalupe Center, Huntingburg; for more information call 812-683-5212.

College Faith Life

UE Newman Center Sunday Mass, 1 p.m., Neu Chapel, University of Evansville; Nov. 22, Benedictine Christsian Raab; Dec. 6, Father Tony Ernst; Dec. 13, Father Christopher Droste; for more information contact Kristel Riffert at 812-760-8610 or by email at kriffert@evdio.org.

USI Newman Center Sunday Mass, 4 p.m., Liberal Arts Building, Room 0101, USI campus; for more information contact Joe Paul Hayden at jphayden1@eagles.usi.edu.

UE Newman Club’s Dinner and Discussion Program, 5:30-7 p.m., Mondays, Newman Center, 1901 Lincoln Ave., Evansville; free dinner, fun, fellowship; for more information contact Kristal at kr53@evansville.edu or call/text 812-760-8610.

Wednesday Night Chat, Dinner, Discussion, St. Meinrad seminarians chat with students at Jazzman’s campus coffee shop followed by dinner on campus; discussion follows at Newman Center; contact Kristal Riffert at kriffert@evdio.org or by phone or text at 812-760-8610 for more information. 

Evening Mass, every Wednesday, Neu Chapel, University of Evansville; 9 p.m. opportunity for reconciliation and rosary before 9:30 p.m. Mass; Dec. 2, Father Christopher Droste; call/text 812-760-8610 or email Kristel at kr53@evansville.edu for more information.

Wednesday USI Newman Events, 4:30-6:30 p.m., every Wednesday, students chat with St. Meinrad seminarians at Starbucks; 6:30 p.m., dinner and discussion in Rice Library 0018; 8-10 p.m. adoration; for more information contact Joe Paul Hayden at jphayden1@eagles.usi.edu.

Dinner

Right to Life Soup Supper, 4-6:30 p.m., Nov. 3, Sts. Peter and Paul cafeteria, Haubstadt; serving homemade chicken noodle and chili soups, desserts, drinks; eat in or bring containers for carry out; proceeds to benefit Right to Life of Gibson County; for more information contact Mary Hirsch at 812-768-6406.

Dressing Sale

St. Theresa Ready to Bake “Raw” Dressing, Dumplings and Cranberry Relish Sales, 7:30-9:30 a.m., Nov. 21, St. Theresa cafeteria, Evansville; dressing, $4/qt., $7.50/half gallon, $14.50/gallon; dumplings, $5/pound bag; cranberry relish, $5.25/pint; no pre-sales, first come first served; proceeds to benefit St. Theresa Parish.

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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

Turkey Bingo, doors open 5:30 p.m., bingo starts 6 p.m., Nov. 22, St. Wendel Knights of St. John Home; hamburgers, snacks, drinks available; for more information contact Jerry Knapp at 812-963-6159; hosted by St. Wendel Knights of St. John.

Sixty-first Annual Christmas Tree and Wreath Sale, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Mon. through Fri. beginning Nov. 27, 8 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat. and Sun., Sacred Heart Church, Evansville; over 1,000 Balsam and Frazier Fir trees, fresh wreaths; sponsored by Sacred Heart Boy Scout Troop 399.

St. Nick Bazaar, 8 a.m-5:30 p.m., Dec. 5 and 8 a.m.-noon, Dec. 6, Precious Blood school, Jasper; cookie walk where homemade cookies can be purchased by the pound; also homemade breads, pies, dumplings, noodles, cakes, jellies, party mix, craft items, toys, books, Christmas wreaths, decorations, more; silent auction features Christmas dinnerware, nativity set, quilt, baskets of assorted items, more.

Breakfast with Santa, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Dec. 6, St. Joseph school cafeteria, Vanderburgh County; event includes breakfast, visit with Santa, Chinese auction, book fair; everyone welcome; sponsored by the St. Joseph School Eighth Grade Class.

Health

Creating Hope for Cancer Patients, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Dec. 1 and 8, Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center Conference Room, Dorbett Street entrance of Memorial Hospital, Jasper; using creative expression as a coping mechanism for patients with cancer, program includes art materials and instructional book; sessions are free, group size is limited; call to register, 812-996-0626, or visit www.mhhcc.org.

Friday Community Health Screening, 7-9 a.m., Dec. 4, Memorial Hospital Helath and Wellness Classrooom Southside Office, Jasper; cholesterol and blood glucose checked via finger stick; 12-hour fast required, must be 18 or older; $25/person paid at screening; pre-registration required by calling 812-996-2399 or 800-852-7279, ext. 2399 or visit www.mhhcc.org and click on health screenings.

Men with Cancer Discussion Group, 6:30-8 p.m., Dec. 7, 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.

Spiritual Growth

Healing Mass, 3:30 p.m. worship, 4 p.m. Mass, Nov. 29, Holy Family, Jasper; Fr. Noel Mueller is celebrant, Father Paul Ferguson will concelebrate; 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 http://www.psci.net/blitzen/ or www.evansvillecharismaticrenewal.org/. 

A Weekend of Healing and Hope, 4-9 p.m., Dec. 11, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Dec. 12, St. John, Daylight; retreat presented by Immaculée Ilibagiza includes witness of the power of prayer, miracles of the Rosary, and inspirational music; for more information or to register visit http://www.immaculee.com/events/appearances.php or call 812-867-3718.

Support Groups

Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Caregiver Support Group, 6:30-8 p.m., Dec. 2, 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; for more information contact Mike Obrien at 812-996-6008 or email mobrien@mhhcc.org; pre-registration is not required.

Check-In Time, 5-6 p.m., Dec. 2, Board Conference Room A, Memorial Hospital, Jasper; support group for breastfeeding mothers includes weight checks for baby, mom-to-mom support, mom and baby transitions at home; no pre-registration required; for more information visit www.mhhcc.org and click on “Classes and Events or call 812-996-0383.

Mending Hearts Pregnancy Loss Support Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m., first Tuesday of each month, “Gift” Conference Room, St. Mary’s Hospital for Women and Children, Evansville; meetings facilitated by professionals in bereavement support; share thoughts and feelings with others in an atmosphere of acceptance and understanding; bring a friend or relative; grandparents welcome; no pre-registration required; for more information call 812-485-4204; resource material on perinatal bereavement available.

Pulmonary Rehab Support Group, noon-1 p.m., first Wednesday of every month quarterly in March, June, Sept. and Dec., Cardiac Conference room, St. Mary’s Center for Advanced Medicine, Evansville; educational and social opportunities; 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.

Cardiac Support Group, noon-1 p.m., second Wednesday of the month quarterly in March, June, Sept. Dec., Cardiac Conference Room, St. Mary’s Center for Advanced Medicine, Evansville; provides educational and emotional support to those diagnosed with heart disease and their families; activities include social gatherings, guest speakers and presentations; for more information call 812-485-5230.

Trip

Badgett Playhouse and Patti’s Restaurant Trip, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Dec. 7, depart from St. Mary, Evansville; lunch at Patti’s followed by production of Christmas Spectacular Variety at Badgett Playhouse; $70/person includes transportation (coach is wheelchair accessible), lunch and show; for more information or reservation contact Deacon Dennis at 812-425-1577 or drussell@evdio.org or Lee Griggs at 812-425-1577 or lgriggs@evdio.org; everyone welcome, limited to 46 reservations; sponsored by Sts. Mary and John Parish, Evansville.