Bulletin Board For Sept. 30, 2016

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General Interest

Celebrate Creation and Creatures, 5 p.m., Oct. 1, National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, Belleville, Ill.; bring your beloved animals to the Shrine for a special blessing in honor of St. Francis of Assisi; outdoor Mass begins at 5 p.m., blessing of the animals at 6 p.m.; well-behaved animals are welcome to attend the outdoor mass; owners are responsible for picking up after their animals; for more information, call 618-394-6276 or email hmiller@snows.org.

Evansville Life Chain, 1:30 p.m., Oct. 2, Brinker’s Jewelry Store on Green River Road, Evansville; “A Cry from the Womb” sponsored by Southwest Indiana Right to Life; prayerful and peaceful hour for participants to stand for those that cannot defend themselves; families welcome.

Red Mass, 12 p.m., Oct. 3, Sts. Mary and John Parish, Evansville; Bishop Charles C. Thompson presiding; Mass offered for judges, attorneys, other legal professionals and government officials; all are welcome and encouraged to attend.

33 Day Consecration to Jesus through Mary, Closing, 5:30 p.m., Adoration, 6:30 p.m., Mass, Oct. 6, St. Mary, Evansville; Father Gordon Mann will host the closing; for information, call Ruth Lutz 812-457-7798.

Women of the Church National Conference, Oct. 7-9, Monastery Immaculate Conception, Ferdinand; conference will recognize and support how women participate in the church; nationally-known speakers and breakout sessions; co-hosted by the Sisters of St. Benedict of Ferdinand and by St. Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology; cost $190; visit www.womenofthechurch.org for schedule or to register.

John Michael Talbot in Concert, 2-3:30 p.m., Oct. 9, St. Benedict Cathedral, Evansville; one special afternoon of healing and hope through spoken word and sacred song; no tickets required, a free-will offering will be taken.

The Art and Science of Autism Spectrum Conference, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Oct. 14, Manor Auditorium, St. Mary’s Medical Center, Evansville; parents, caregivers and professionals are encouraged to attend; continental breakfast and lunch is provided; registration required by Oct. 1; registration information is available at www.stmarys.org/ASDConference2016; please contact Kelly Shaw at kell.shaw@stmarys.org or 812-485-4419 for scholarship information.

Forgiving What You Cannot Forget, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Oct. 19, St. Benedict Cathedral, Woodward Hospitality Center, Evansville; discover the value of forgiveness, what it is and what it is not, the steps in the process, and our dependence on God’s help in forgiving; cost $30; registration due Oct 17; for more information or to register, call 800-880-2777 or 812-367-1411 ext. 2915, or visit www.thedome.org/programs.

Respect Life Celebration, 5:30 p.m. Mass, Oct. 20, Good Shepherd, Evansville; Mass followed by catered dinner and keynote address by Dr. Carolyn Y. Woo, President and CEO, Catholic Relief Services; reservations required by Oct. 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.

Workshop for the Latino Community: Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, 3-5 p.m., Oct. 22, Kundek Hall, St. Joseph Parish Center, Jasper; Pedro Méndez, coordinator of Hispanic Ministry for the Diocese of Evansville, will facilitate the workshop and explore the U.S. bishops’ reflection on the political responsibility of Catholics; workshop will be in Spanish; for more information and to register, call Pedro Méndez at 812-683-5212.

Taller de Formación para la Comunidad Latina: Formando la Conciencia para ser Ciudadanos Fieles; La Oficina diocesana del Ministerio Hispano presentará un taller para la comunidad Latina: “Formando la Conciencia para ser Ciudadanos Fieles” el 22 de Oct. de 2016 en Kundek Hall en el Centro Parroquial de la Parroquia St. Joseph en Jasper (1029 Kundek St., Jasper, Ind.) de 3 p.m. a 5 p.m. EDT (2-4 p.m. CDT); Pedro Méndez, coordinador del Ministerio Hispano, facilitará el taller y explorará la reflexión de los obispos de EEUU sobre la responsabilidad política de los Católicos; el taller será en Español; pdara mayor información y para registrarse, por favor llame a Pedro Méndez al número de teléfono 812-683-5212.

Wonders in Wood Show and Sale, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 22-23, National Guard Armory, Evansville; Tri-State Woodcarvers Club; carving contest; woodcarvings, tools, books and wood available for purchase; $3 admission (children 12 and under are free) includes chance to win hourly door prize drawing of a Christmas ornament carved by club members; concessions provided; for more information, contact Sheri Meier at 812- 760-9956 or Jeff Hancock at 812-858-6174.

MEO 2017 Tri-State IDOL Auditions, open until Oct. 31; soloists or groups should make a 1-5 minute performance video and upload it to YouTube, then visit www.meoidol.com and complete online video submission form; must be able to perform in person at the MEO Gala on March 4, 2017; open to high school and college students and adults; for more information, please call MEO office at 812-402-6700 ext. 2.

2016 Wisdom Days for Seniors, Oct. 24, Huntingburg Event Center (Dubois County), Oct. 31, Green Activities Center, Vincennes University (Vincennes), Nov. 7, St. John the Evangelist Parish, Daylight (Evansville — session is full); 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; Dubois County registration instructions are posted in parish bulletins; to register for Vincennes event, call 812-882-6891, 812-882-1219 or 812-254-6716; registration required for all event days.

Sisters of Providence “2016-2017 Retreats, Programs and Events” Booklet; available at St. Mary-of-the-Woods, can also be mailed; for information, call the Providence Center at 812-535-2952 or email jfrost@spsmw.org.

Then and Now Exhibit, during library hours through Dec. 31, St. Meinrad Library Gallery, St. Meinrad; free and open to the public, exhibit includes maps, pictures, chalices and replicas; for library hours, call 812-357-6401 or visit saintmeinrad.edu/library/hours/.

Classes/Workshops

“The Nature of Loss and Grief,” 6:30-8:30 p.m., Oct. 4, St. Benedict Cathedral, Woodward Hospitality Center, Evansville; presented by Benedictine Sister Kathryn Huber; discuss ways to care for yourself so your healing becomes healing and growth; cost $30; registration required by Sept. 30; for more information or to register, call 800-880-2777, 812-367-1411 ext. 2915, or visit www.thedome.org/programs.

Power of a Pleasing Personality, 5-6:30 p.m., Oct. 4, Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center, Maple Mount, Ky.; dinner and presentation; cost is $20, preregistration is required by contacting Kathy McCarty at 270-229-0206 or kathy.mccarty@maplemount.org.

Annulment in the Catholic Church: Dispel the Myths, Journey toward Healing, 7-9 p.m., Oct 5, Monastery Immaculate Conception, Kordes Hall, Benedictine Hospitality Center, Ferdinand; program is free, but a freewill offering will be appreciated; registration due Oct. 3; for more information or to register, call 800-880-2777 or 812-367-1411 ext. 2915, or visit www.thedome.org/programs.

Breastfeeding — Getting Started, 6-8 p.m., Oct. 5, Memorial Hospital, Board Conference Room B/C, Jasper; class is free for those delivering at Memorial Hospital, otherwise cost is $15; pre-registration is required; to enroll, visit www.mhhcc.org and click on “Classes & Events.”

Check-In Time, 5-6 p.m., Oct. 5, Memorial Hospital, Board Conference Room A, Jasper; certified lactation consultants will be available for new moms to have open discussion and ask questions; no pre-registration is required; for more information, visit www.mhhcc.org.

Capturing the Heart of Faith in our Christian Creeds, 10 a.m.-noon, Oct. 8 and Oct. 22, The National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, Belleville, Ill.; three-week session; cost $30 for the series or $10 per session; pre-registration is required; for more information or to register visit www.snows.org/scripture or contact the Shrine at 618-397-6700.

Catholic’s Divorce Survival Guide, 6-8 p.m., Mondays through Oct. 24, Annunciation Parish, Parish Center at Christ the King Campus, Evansville; DVD series, facilitated discussion and group discussion time with a priest; open to all whether divorced recently or years ago; no fee to attend; registration required by Sept. 12 by calling 812-476-3061.

Catholic’s Divorce Survival Guide, 6:30-8 p.m., Tuesdays through Dec. 6, St. Joseph Ministry House, St. Joseph Parish, Jasper; 12-week program brings hope and healing to divorced and separated Catholics; no fee to attend; babysitting available and must be arranged when registering; for information and to register, call 812-482-1805.

College Life

Eucharistic Adoration, 8-9:30 p.m., Oct. 5, Rice Library, Room 0018, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville; for more information, contact choehn@evdio.org.

Newman Catholic Community Mass, 4 p.m., Sundays, Liberal Arts Building, Room 101, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville; for more information, contact choehn@evdio.org.

Small Group Faith Sharing, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville; email choehn@evdio.org for more information or to join a group.

Newman Catholic Community Student Meetings, 6:30 p.m., Wednesdays, Rice Library, Room 0018, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville; for more information, contact choehn@evdio.org.

Dinners

Chicken Dinner, 10:45 a.m.-1 p.m., Oct. 2, Holy Cross School cafeteria, Fort Branch; family style “all you can eat” dinner; $9.50/adults, $4.50/children, carry outs available.

Fall Jonah Fish Fry, 4:40-7:30 p.m., Oct. 14, St. Philip Neri, Bicknell; Jonah fish, baked beans, slaw, potato salad, applesauce, dessert and drink; tickets are $9/adults, $4/children; for more information, contact the church office at 812-735-4069.

Fundraisers

Quilt of the Month Club, sign up by Oct. 6, Mount Saint Joseph, Maple Mount, Ky.; drawings take place on the first Friday of each month, and the first drawing of the year will be Oct. 7; proceeds support the retired Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph; to order contact Kris Mango at 270-229-2009 or kris.mango@maplemount.org.

Health

Living with COPD, 6:30-8 p.m., Oct. 4, Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center, Health Ministry Conference Room, Jasper; educational meeting for those who care for someone with COPD; pre-registration is not necessary, no cost; for more information, visit www.mhhcc.org.

Tai Chi for Arthritis Classes, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Mondays through Oct. 31, Thursdays through Nov. 3, St. Mary’s Wellness Center at Epworth Crossing, Newburgh; classes taught by local certified instructors Mike Goebel and Susan Reid, designed for all ages, physical conditions and experience levels; registration required by calling 812-485-5725.

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60 Clabber Group, 1-4 p.m., every Tuesday and Thursday, Nativity cafeteria, Evansville; everyone is welcome.

Retreat

The Mercy of God: A gift received, a gift offered, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Oct. 22, Holy Family, Jasper; presented by Father Bob Ray; $20 registration fee, $30 for couples and families; simple lunch provided; call 812-639-7055 for more information.

Song of my Heart Retreat, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Oct. 22, Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, St. Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind.; renew your relationship with the “One Love” through music, scripture, poetry, mediation, sharing and walking the land where St. Mother Theodore walked; cost $45, lunch included; registration required by Oct 17; register online at Events.SistersofProvidence.org, or by calling 812-535-2952.

  Spiritual Growth

 Tour the Grotto, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Sundays, St. Boniface, Evansville; tours of the beautiful Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto; all are welcome; free and open to the public.

Support Groups

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Oct. 19, Memorial Hospital, Medical Arts Building Conference Center, Jasper; patients and families welcome; no cost, pre-registration is not necessary; for more information, visit www.mhhcc.org.

“Creating Hope,” 5:30-7:30 p.m., first and second Tuesday of each month, Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center Conference Room located at the Dorbett Street entrance of Memorial Hospital, Jasper; designed for cancer patients, their families and caregivers, “Creating Hope” uses creative expression as a coping mechanism for patients with cancer; art materials and instructional book are available at each session; for more information, visit www.mhhcc.org and click on “Classes & Events,” or call 812-996-7488.

Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Caregiver Support Group, first Wednesday of each month, 6:30-8 p.m., Memorial Hospital, Board Conference Room A, Jasper; for more information, visit www.mhhcc.org.

Women’s Cancer Support Group, 6:30-8 p.m., third Tuesday each month, Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center, Memorial Hospital Dorbett Street entrance, Jasper; for women who have had cancer of any type or who are currently undergoing cancer treatment; no cost, pre-registration is not necessary; for more information, visit www.mhhcc.org.

Alcoholics Anonymous, Evansville area schedule and meeting locations, call 812-434-4952 or visit