Bulletin Board For July 8, 2016

General Interest

Sisters of Providence Used Book Sale, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., July 30-August 7, Linden Leaf Gifts, Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, St. Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind.; for information, call 812-535-2947.

An Evening of Reflection with ValLimar Jansen, 6:30 p.m., August 26, St. Benedict Cathedral, Evansville; evening filled with music, song and inspiring witness; free will offerings will benefit three local organizations that work with the poor; all are welcome.

6th Annual Catechist Formation Day, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., August 27, Catholic Center, Evansville; ValLimar Jansen will use her gifts of storytelling, song and witness to share the message of God’s mercy; for online registration/breakout session information visit http://goo.gl/yzs934.

Gather in Faith Women’s Conference, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., September 17, St. John the Baptist, Newburgh; all women are invited as authors Lisa M. Hendey and Kelly Craig Schaefer speak about their books; also included will be breakout sessions on forgiveness, marriage, prayer and parenting; $25 (prior to August 31) includes lunch, $30 after August 31; register online at sjbnewburgh.org, for information, contact Bethany Logan at bpmmjd@yahoo.com.

Respect Life Celebration, 5:30 p.m. Mass, October 20, Good Shepherd Parish, Evansville; Mass followed by catered dinner and keynote address by Dr. Carolyn Y. Woo, President and CEO, Catholic Relief Services; reservations required by October 9; $25/person, $15/full time high school or college student; for details and to register, visit www.charitiesevv.org/respect-life-celebration.html, or call 812-423-5456.

2016 Wisdom Days for Seniors, October 24, Huntingburg Event Center (Dubois County), October 31, Green Activities Center, Vincennes University (Vincennes), November 7, St. John the Evangelist Parish, Daylight (Evansville); includes lunch, speakers, attendance prizes, and a visit from Bishop Charles C. Thompson; free to attendees, however, free will offerings are appreciated; sponsored by Catholic Charities of Southwest Indiana; visit www.charitiesevv.org/family-life.html for more details; registration information will be provided closer to event dates.

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/Workshops

Medicare Seminar, 4 p.m., July 13, Senior Connection, 951 S. Hebron Ave, Evansville; informational program for individuals and their families to learn about various parts of Medicare and enrollment options; presented by Gina Downs, VP of Senior Connection; registration required by calling 812-473-7271.

Getting Ready for Baby Brother or Sister, 6-7 p.m., July 13, Memorial Hospital’s Mary Potter Meeting Room, Jasper; for children ages 4 and older (accompanied by their parents) includes nursery tour and ways to help parents with baby care; registration required by calling 812-996-0383 or visit mhhcc.org.

Well Balance Workshop, 6-7- p.m., July 13, Memorial Hospital Southside Office, Jasper; workshop will focus on activity tracking devices and the benefits of using them; $5/person; registration required by calling 812-996-2399 or visit mhhcc.org.

“Color Basics and Harmonies” and “Dyeing Animal and Protein Fibers”, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., and 1-5 p.m., respectively, July 16, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, St. Mary-of-the-Woods; Greene County fiber artist Robin Edmundson will facilitate both workshops; $75/person/class, or $125/person for both workshops; to register call 812-535-2932 or email rmorton@spsmw.org.  

Basic Medic First Aid with AED, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., July 22, Memorial Hospital Southside Office, Jasper; basic training course in emergency care designed for use in the business/industrial setting taught by nationally certified instructors; $65 fee; registration required by calling 812-996-2399 or visit mhhcc.org.

Marriage Help, Retrouvaille, August 5-7, Indianapolis; designed to help hurting marriages, this program can help couples at all stages of disillusionment or misery in their marriage; for complete details, call 317-489-6811 or visit www.HelpOurMarriage.com.

Dinner

Steak Night, 5 p.m.-12 a.m., July 9, St. John, Daylight; dinner served from 6-8 p.m. includes rib eye steak, baked potato, vegetable; adult beverages and soda available to purchase; music throughout the evening by Haywire; $18/advance tickets, $20/at the door, corporate sponsorships available; must be 21 to enter, ID required for all; for more information, call 812-867-3718.

Health

Prostate Cancer Screening, 6-8 a.m., July 14, Memorial Hospital Southside Office, Jasper; for men over the age of 50 or for those at high risk for prostate cancer; for complete details, call 812-996-2399.

Creighton Model Fertility Care, 2-4 p.m., July 17 and 6:30-8:30 p.m., August 17, “Gift” Conference Room, St. Mary’s Hospital for Women and Children, Evansville; free introductory sessions provide professional services in fertility awareness, cycle irregularities, determining the potential cause of infertility issues, breastfeeding, and menopause; sessions can also assist couples with information and education in achieving or avoiding a pregnancy through the use of this method; for information and to register for one of these sessions, call 812-421-2030.

Fertility Care Program, Memorial Foundation and Health Ministry Office, Jasper; private introductory and follow-up sessions that provide couples with details of Natural Family Planning using the Creighton Model that follows the moral teachings of the Catholic Church; for complete details, call 812-996-5232.

Zumba Class, 6-7 p.m., every Tuesday and Thursday, Christ the King gym, Evansville; all are welcome, $3 per class.

Personal Wellness Coaching, Memorial Hospital, Jasper; confidential 6- or 12-week program for those who are ready to make a positive change and improve overall health; for complete details, call Health and Wellness Department, 812-996-2399.

Change the Life You Live: Diabetes, Memorial Hospital Medical Arts Building, Jasper; classes offered on a continual basis focusing on medications, self-monitoring, nutrition and physical activity; registration required by calling 812-996-0521.

Retreat

Breathe the Woods and Nourish Your Roots Yoga Retreat, 6 p.m. July 22 - 11 a.m. July 24, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, St. Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind.; $150/person plus $60 housing fee; register by July 8 by calling 812-535-2932 or email rmorton@spsmw.org.

Private, Personal Retreat, 7:30 p.m., July 24 - 10 a.m., July 31, Benedictine Hospitality Center, Kordes Hall, Monastery Immaculate Conception, Ferdinand; Sister of St. Benedict invite all for a peaceful, relaxing and spiritual experience; $575 includes meals and a private room; call 812-367-1411 to register, or visit thedome.org/programs; register by July 20.

Engaged Encounter, September 17-18, Sarto Retreat Center, Evansville; in-depth and personal marriage preparation retreat, led by trained facilitators, allowing engaged couples to focus on the sacrament of Marriage; for information and to register, visit www.charitiesevv.org/engaged-encounter.html or call Catholic Charities at 812-423-5456.

Spiritual Growth

Taize Prayer Gathering, 7-8 p.m., July 12, Church of the Immaculate Conception, St. Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind; focus on sleep and rest through music, time for silence, spoken and silent prayers; no cost to attend; for information, call 812-535-2810 or visit Taize.ProvCenter.org.

Support Groups

Memory Café, 2-3:30 p.m., July 13, Alzheimer’s Association, 701 N. Weinbach Ave., Suite 510, Evansville; monthly social group provides a safe, comfortable environment where people with memory loss and their care partners can enjoy time together while encouraging friendship and acceptance; donations welcome; registration required by calling 812-475-1012.

Celebrate Today Cancer Program, 6-8 p.m., July 25, KlubHaus 61, 2031 Newton St., Jasper; for those whose lives have been touched by cancer to enjoy healing support and spiritual inspiration; includes an evening meal followed by fun and fellowship; no cost to attend; register by July 18 by calling 812-996-7488; sponsored by the Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center and Memorial Hospital Foundation.

Bariatric Support Group, 5:30 p.m., second Monday of each month, Medical Arts Conference Center, 721 W. 13th St., Jasper; for individuals who have had or who are considering weight loss surgery, the group provides support, information sharing and education; free and registration not required; for information, call 812-996-0185 or visit mhhcc.org.

Mending Hearts Pregnancy Loss Support Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m., first Tuesday of each month, St. Mary’s Hospital for Women and Children, 3700 Washington Ave., Evansville; no registration required; for information, call 812-485-4204.

Bipolar Support Group, 7-8:30 p.m., first and third Wednesdays of the month, Kempf Bipolar Wellness Center (third floor of St. Mary’s Rehabilitation Institute), 3700 Washington Ave., Evansville; no registration required; for more information, call 812-485-4934.

Women’s Cancer Support Group, 5:30 p.m., second and fourth Mondays of the month, St. Mary’s Epworth Crossing Community Conference Room, 100 St. Mary’s Epworth Crossing, Newburgh; please call 812-485-5725 before your first visit.

Women’s Support Group, 6:30-8:00 p.m., third Tuesday of each month, Memorial Hospital’s Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center Conference Room, Jasper; for women who have had any type of cancer or undergoing any cancer treatment; for information, call 812-996-7488 or visit mhhcc.org.

Breastfeeding Support Group, 1 p.m. Thursdays, “Gift” Conference Room, St. Mary’s Hospital for Women and Children, 3700 Washington Ave., Evansville; no registration required.

Youth/Young Adult

SPARK (Serving, Praying and Reaching Kids), 9 a.m.-4 p.m., July 11-15, Sts. Mary and John Parish, Evansville; students entering grades 1-6 in the Evansville Catholic Diocese South Deanery are invited for a summer fun, religious education program taught by licensed teachers; snacks and drinks supplied daily; $50 per child/$150 per family (3 or more), scholarships available; for information or to register, call Deacon Ed Wilkerson at 812-425-1577.

TEC (Teens Encounter Christ) #95, July 23-25, St. Mary, Ireland; a three-day experience for young people who are searching for goals, acceptance, meaning and for community; adults are welcome and encouraged to attend; full details and application can be found at www.switec.org; future retreat dates are November 12-14, 2016, and February 18-20, 2017.