Bulletin Board For March 21

General Interest

Cellist and Pianist Give Free Program, 3-4 p.m., March 23, Gallery of St. Gregory Hall, St. Meinrad Archabbey; John Wininger and Diane Rivera to perform; free and open to the public; for more information contact Mary Jeanne Schumacher at 812-357-6611.

Free Movie at Ferdinand Monastery, 1:30 p.m., March 28, St. Gertrude Hall, Monastery Immaculate Conception, Ferdinand; movie The Butler traces the dramatic changes that swept American society over three decades; popcorn and lemonade provided; discussion session following movie; for more information call 812-367-1411, ext. 2915.

Chrism Mass, 5:30 p.m., April 15, St. Benedict Cathedral, Evansville; solemn blessing by Bishop Charles C. Thompson of oils that are used in administering the Sacraments; diocesan celebration open to everyone.

Traditional Latin High Mass with Gregorian Chant, 2 p.m., every Sunday, Holy Trinity, Evansville; celebrant and homilist Father Donald Dilger; Latin-English missalettes provided.

Adoration and Prayer for Vocations, 5 p.m., first Friday of every month, Holy Rosary, Evansville; procession of Blessed Sacrament into church at 5:15 p.m. with prayers offered specifically for vocations; silent adoration and prayer time following with Benediction at 5:45 p.m.,

Anointing of the Sick, first weekend of month during Masses, Saturday, 4:30 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m. and noon (Spanish); every Wednesday and Friday, 8 a.m.; by appointment; Nativity, Evansville.

Fertility Care Program, 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; instructors are Sharon Wagner and Yvonne Lueken; fee $25/couple for introductory session, follow-up sessions $25, $20 for materials; for more information or to schedule an appointment call 812-996-2399 or 800-852-7279, ext. 2399.

Classes/Workshops

“Creating Hope” for Cancer Patients, 5:30-7:30 p.m., April 1 and 8, 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.

Breastfeeding: Getting Started, 6-8 p.m., April 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.

Monastic Lectio Divina, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., April 5, Kordes Center, Ferdinand; workshop will provide a deeper understanding of Lectio Divina as a way of praying the scriptures; some understanding of Lectio Divina as a way of praying is a prerequisite; $65 includes program and lunch; registration due April 2; for more information or to register call 800-880-2777 or visit www.thedome.org/programs.

Diabetes Classes at Memorial Hospital, Jasper, Outsmarting Diabetes, four-hour class, Fridays, 8 a.m.-noon or two, two-hour classes, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m., program teaches participants how to control diabetes, physician’s referral required; Outsmarting Pre-Diabetes, second Wednesday of each month from 5:30-7 p.m. or first Thursday of each month from 11:30-1 p.m., focuses on diabetes prevention plan; for more information or to pre-register call 812-996-0521.

Absolute Abs, 12:10-12:30 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, Wellness Center, Memorial Hospital Southside Office, Jasper; build core strength using mat, exercise ball, weights; $3/class; for more information call 812-996-2399.

Dinners

Sts. Peter and Paul, Haubstadt, Die Kirche Auktion Die Fest Kick Off Dinner, 5-7:30 p.m., April 5, old gym, Gibson and West St, Haubstadt; serving country sausage, navy beans, sauerkraut, mashed potatoes and gravy, applesauce, cornbread, drink; hot dogs and chips available for kids; dine in, carry out and drive through available.

Holy Cross Family Style All You Can Eat Chicken Dinner, 10:45 a.m.-1 p.m., April 6, Holy Cross School cafeteria, Fort Branch; $9/adults, $4.50/children; carry out available.

Dinner Dance

St. Patrick’s Day Dinner and Dance, dinner 6-7:30 p.m., dance 8 p.m.-midnight, March 22, Knights of St. John Home, St. Wendel; pork chop dinner; music by Kraftworks Band; $15/person for dinner and dance, $10/person dance only; contact Jim or Elise Koester at 812-985-2689 for more information or reservations; must be 21 to attend; sponsored by St. Wendel Knights of St. John

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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 Cindy Shoulders at the parish office at 812-490-1000.

Fundraisers

Smoked Premium Baby Back Ribs, pick up 10 a.m.-noon, March 22, corner of Green River Rd. and Washington Ave., Evansville; $20 slab; pre-order by email at wevrard69@wowway.com or by phone through parish office at 812-477-8923.

St. Philip Benefit Auction, 5:30 p.m. doors open, 5:30-7 p.m. silent auction, 7:15 p.m. dinner, 8 p.m. live auction, March 29, St. Philip parish center, Posey County; $30/person in advance only; proceeds to benefit restoration of the church bells and new parish and school phone system; for more information or reservations call parish office 812-985-2275 or after 5 p.m. Rusty and Jeanie Wildeman at 812-483-3295.

Spring Rummage Sale, 7 a.m.-1 p.m., April 5, St. Theresa gym, Evansville; noon $2 bag sale; clothing, household items, toys, books, movies, furniture, baby items; proceeds to benefit St. Theresa Parish.

Sts. Peter and Paul Parish Die Kirche Auktion Fest, silent auction 8 a.m.-noon, kid’s games 10 a.m.-3 p.m., live auction begins 1 p.m., April 6, Old Gym, Haubstadt; Chinese auction, Treasure Chest raffle, quilt raffle, half-pot, Road to Riches Raffle, Heads R’ Tail Raffle; for information call 812-768-6457

St. Benedict Cathedral, Evansville, Bingo, doors open 5:30 p.m., early bird starts 6:30 p.m., regular bingo starts 7 p.m.; every Monday night.

Health

First Friday Health Screening, 7-9 a.m., April 4, Memorial Hospital Community Relations Classroom 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.

Lenten Programs/Activities

“Catholicism” Lenten Program, following 6:30 p.m. Mass each Wednesday in Lent, through April 2, St. Clement, Boonville; hour-long program using “Catholicism” DVD series on the teachings of the Catholic Church followed by question and answer session; childcare provided; call 812-897-4653 if child care is needed or for more information.

Seven Last Words of Christ Retreat, April 11-13, Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, St. Mary-of-the-Woods; quiet, meditative retreat that uses music and modern art to explore the content of Jesus’ last hours before Crucifixion; $85/commuter, $120/resident double room, $150/resident private room; to register or for more information call 812-535-2952 or email provctr@spsmw.org.

Retreat

Welcome Immersion Retreat, 7 p.m., April 26-1 p.m. April 30, Kordes Center, Ferdinand; introduction, review, immersion into the welcoming Prayer; $450/person includes meals, private room, workshop; for more information or to register call 800-880-2777 or 812-367-1411, ext. 2915 or visit www.thedome.org/programs; registration deadline is March 26.

Support Groups

Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Caregiver Support Group, 6:30-8 p.m., April 2, Board Conference Room A, Memorial Hospital, Jasper; group will allow caregivers to share knowledge and experiences in caring for loved ones affected by these illnesses; information and resources will be available; 812-996-6008; sponsored by Caring Hands Senior Services.

S.P.I.R.I.T. Parenting Group, 6:30-8 p.m., meets first Wednesday each month, 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), 6:45-8:30 p.m., second and fourth Tuesdays, Southwestern Indiana Mental Health Center, Fourth and Mulberry Sts., Evansville; Evansville on-going support meetings; Diane Arneson 812-423-4333.

Lung Disease Support Group, 1-2 p.m., meets first Wednesday of every month, 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, 1-2 p.m., meets the first Thursday of the month, 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.

Trip

I’m Singin’ in the Rain, 8:15 a.m.-4:45 p.m., April 17, St. Mary parking lot, Evansville; bus trip to Derby Dinner Playhouse; $52/person; contact Deacon Joe Stofleth at 812-425-1577 or by email at jstofleth@evdio.org. for more information or reservations.

Vocation Exploration

Come and See Weekend, April 11-13, 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 “Living on the Margins: A Call to religious Life”; for more information contact Providence Sister Editha at 812-535-2895 or by email at eben@spsmw.org.