Bulletin Board For June 26, 2017

General Interest

Art Exhibit by Laura Foster Nicholson, though July 14, Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library Gallery, St. Meinrad; exhibit of tapestries, watercolors and digital prints; free and open to the public; for library hours call 812-357-6401 or 800-987-7311 or visit www.sainmeinrad.edu/library/hours/.

2017 Tour de Fleur Garden Walk, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., June 24,  Vanderburgh and Warrick Counties; admission tickets $15 in advance, $20 day of walk; for more information including location and ticket sales locations please call Karen Flittner at 812-853-0251 or kflitt@aol.com, or Sandy Mehling at 812-853-6672 or slmehling@wowway.com.

St. Vincent dePaul Quarterly Breakfast, 8 a.m., June 25, Resurrection Catholic Church, Evansville; Bishop Charles C. Thompson and Father Kreilein will celebrate Mass at 8 a.m. and breakfast will follow in the cafeteria; Bishop Thompson will be the guest speaker and will speak on “Pope Francis’ Call for Outreach and the Place of St. Vincent dePaul in that Call;” all are welcome; please call in reservations to 812-423-7842 by June 19.

Rejoice - A Catholic Community Celebration, doors open at noon, Sep 17, 12:30-1:30 p.m. personal reconciliation, 1:15-1:50 musical prelude, 2 p.m. Mass concelebrated by Bishop Thompson and priests of the Diocese of Evansville.

Classes/Workshops

Fear- Just a feeling but often a problem, 9-11:30 a.m., June 24, National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, Edwin J. Guild Center, Belleville, Ill.; presentation on how to best move through fears to the fullness of life; cost $20, pre-registration required; information and registration at snows.org/programs or contact the Shrine at 618-397-6700 ext. 6270.

Nuno Felted Scarves Workshop, 1-5 p.m., June 24, White Violet Center, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods; no felting experience necessary; cost $100, which includes all materials; registration deadline June 17; register online at Events.WhiteViolet.org or by calling 812-535-2930 or emailing lheber@spsmw.org.

Monasticism in the 21st Century - A view from the trenches, 7-9 p.m., July 2, Monastery Immaculate Conception, Ferdinand; presented by Father Michael Casey; $175 includes program, overnight lodging at Kordes Hall, two meals; commuter cost $125; registration due June 29; for more information or to register, call 800-880-2777 or visit www.thedome.org/events.

Concerts

Free Patriotic Concerts, 7 p.m., Sundays in June, Evansville Central High School auditorium; Evansville Symphonic Band will present free concerts each week featuring local solo artists; for more information visit EvansvilleSymphonicBand.org.

Conferences

Gather in Faith Women’s Conference, 8 a.m. -3:30 p.m., Sept. 16, St. John the Baptist Parish, Newburgh; Conference theme is “With Great Love;” keynote speaker Hallie Lord, author and radio host; breakout sessions; cost $25 includes lunch, childcare available $5 per child, $15 family max; register online at www.sjbnewburgh.org or contact Bethany Logan at bpmmjd@yahoo.com.

Catholic Charities Wisdom Days, Dubois County (Huntingburg Event Center, Sept 18), Vincennes (Green Activities Center, Vincennes University, Sept 25) and Evansville (St. Vincent Evansville/St. Mary’s Manor Auditorium, Oct 2); free and includes lunch, speakers, attendance prices and a visit from Bishop Charles Thompson; free-will offerings are appreciated; registration opens 8 a.m. July 26 at 8 a.m. at  www.ccevansville.org/wisdom-days.html or by calling 812-423-5456; registration required and deadline is two weeks prior to event.

Dinners

Steak Night, 5 p.m.-midnight, July 8, St. John the Evangelist Parish, Daylight; dinner served 6-8 p.m., includes ribeye steak, baked potato, vegetable, adult beverages and sodas available to purchase; music throughout the evening by Haywire; advance ticket $18, at the door $20; must be 21 to enter, photo ID required; $5,000 in raffle prizes to be given away; corporate sponsorships available; call 812-867-3718 for information.

50

Over 50 Catholic Singles Club, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., first Thursday of each month, Holy Family Room in St. Benedict Hall, St. Benedict Cathedral; all are welcome to join!

Fundraisers

Rummage Sale, 7 a.m.-2 p.m., June 23, 7 a.m.-noon, June 24, St. Clement Catholic Church, Boonville; $5 bag sale each day, larger items will be priced; for more information call 812-897-4653.

St. Philip Men’s Club Summerfest, 5-11 p.m., June 23, St. Philip Parish, Posey Co.; admission $10 with a meal, $5 admission only; bratwurst, pig knuckles or fried chicken plates served; beer sold separately; must be 21 to enter, live entertainment provided; for more information call 812-985-2275 or 812-305-4339.

On the Hill 5K, 8:30 a.m., Sept 16, Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad; registration open at 8 a.m.; $20 per person before Sept 1, $25 after, $10 for ages 15 and under; registration includes a t-shirt; register at www.saintmeinrad.org/on-the-hill-5K/.

Health

Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center Fitness Classes, Jasper, for more information or to register for the classes, visit Memorial Hospital’s website at www.mhhcc.org and click on “Classes and Events,” or call the Health and Wellness staff at 812-996-2399.

St. Vincent Outdoor Behavioral Health Fair, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., June 17, St. Vincent Evansville, Front Parking Lot off Washington Ave., free and open to the public; come and enjoy healthy snacks and learn more about behavioral health.

Understanding PAD: Peripheral Artery Disease, 6-7:30 p.m., June 22, Medical Arts Conference Center, Medical Arts Building; Jasper; join Dr. Joshua Leonard to discuss symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention; dinner is included and pre-registration is required by June 15; to register call 812-996-2352 or go online to www.mhhcc.org and click on “Classes and Events.”

Marriage

Marriage Help - Retrouvaille, program begins Aug 18-20, Diocese of Owensboro; Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi) has helped thousands of couples who are disillusioned or experiencing misery in their marriage; for information or to register call the Diocese of Owensboro Family Life office at 270-852-8346 or visit www.retrouvaille.org.

Trips / Retreats

July Summer Retreat for Women Religious, July 16-21; Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center, Maple Mount, Ky.; “Mysticism of Desire: The Way of Spiritual Intimacy;” led by Missionary Oblate Father Daniel Renaud; retreat fee is $450 which includes accommodations, meals and program materials; commuters can attend for $275; for more information, contact Kathy McCarty at 270-229-0206 or email kathy.mccarty@maplemount.org.

Trip to Poland/Eastern Europe, Sept 25-Oct 6, join Father Ray Brenner to visit John Paul II’s birthplace, Shrine of Divine Mercy, the second Black Madonna, Auschwitz Concentration Camp and beautiful Cathedrals; for more information contact Fr. Brenner at 812-482-1805 or email rbrenner@evdio.org or Carol McGarth at 800-221-4984 or carol@nawas.com.

Ireland Pilgrimage, Oct. 23 – Nov. 3, World Church Program, Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad; Sr. Jeana Visel, OSB is inviting laity, religious, permanent deacons and priests to join her on a journey to learn more about the global Church; reservations are needed by June 1; for more information and pricing contact Sr. Jeana at jvisel@saintmeinrad.edu.

Italy Pilgrimage, Oct. 23 - Nov. 3, Co-hosted by Bishop Charles C. Thompson and Father Joseph Ziliak, Diocese of Evansville; visit Rome, Orvieto, Florence, Assisi, Sorrento, Pompeii and Monte Cassino; all are welcome; for more information and pricing  please contact Renee Werner at 812-424-5536 or jrwerner@evdio.org,  or Fr. Joseph Zilliak at 812-455-1119 or ziliakjoseph@gmail.com.

Spiritual Growth

Corpus Christi Procession and Vespers, 2 p.m., June 18, from Annunciation Parish, Christ the King Church to St. Benedict Cathedral, Evansville; Adoration begins at noon; stops provided for prayer and water; opportunities for private confession and Eucharistic adoration through 3:45 p.m.; Solemn Vespers and Benediction with Bishop Thompson begins at 4 p.m. at the Cathedral; busses available to return to Christ the King Church; contact Jeremy Korba at 812-589-3886 with questions.

Looking at the Gospels of Thomas, Mary Magdalene and Judas, 10 a.m.-noon, June 17 and July 8, National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, Edwin J. Guild Center, Belleville, Ill.; Bible study led by Mark Etling, Ph.D.; $10 per session; pre-registration is required; for more information or to register, visit www.snows.org/programs or contact the Shrine at 618-397-6700 ext. 6270 or 314-241-3400 ext. 6270.

Eucharistic Adoration, 4-5 p.m., second Sunday of each month, Motherhouse Chapel, Mount Saint Joseph, Maple Mount, Ky.; adoration concludes with evening prayer; for more information contact kathy.mccarty@maplemount.org.

Evening with an Ursuline “Centering Prayer,” 5-6:30 p.m., July 11, Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center, Maple Mount, Ky.; dinner and presentation; preregistration is required by contacting Kathy McCarty at 270-229-0206 or kathy.mccarty@maplemount.org.

“The Joy of Love” Book Study, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Aug. 10, Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Dec. 14; Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center, Maple Mount, Ky.; $20 fee per class includes lunch; to register contact Kathy McCarty at 270-229-0206 or kathy.mccarty@maplemount.org.

Support Groups

Good Shepherd Social Support Group, noon, third Sunday of each month, Good Shepherd, Evansville; group for divorced or widowed; for information call 812-867-5790.

“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; Creating Hope uses creative expression as a coping mechanism for patients with cancer; sessions designed for cancer patients, their families and caregivers; art materials and instructional book are available at each session; for more information please visit www.mhhcc.org and click on “Classes & Events,” or call 812-996-7488

Vocations

Spiritual Direction Training Program, begins Oct. 16, Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center, Maple Mount, Ky.; applications now being accepted for two-year program of four weekly training sessions each year to prepare participants for ministry of spiritual direction in the spirit of the Ursuline founder, St. Angela Merici; registration deadline is Aug. 31; scholarships available; for more information, contact Sister Mary Matthias Ward at 270-229-0200 or mary.ward@maplemount.org.

Youth and Young Adults

TEC 98 (Teens Encounter Christ), July 21-24, St. Mary Parish, Ireland; future retreat weekends Nov 11-13, 2017 and Feb 17-19, 2018; TEC is a three-day experience for young people searching for goals, acceptance, meaning and community; you can find an application and more information at http://www.switec.org.