NEWS & EVENTS

• Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God ~ Dec 31 & Jan 1 ~ This is a Holy Day of Obligation – Mass Schedule: HERE
• No 12 Hours of Confession ~ There will be no First Friday Confessions on Jan 3rd.
• Daily Masses Adjustments ~ From Jan 2nd to 10th there is only ONE daily Mass in the county instead of two. Here are the times and locations:
Thur. Jan 2- ASP- St. Paul Campus- 7:30am | Fri. Jan 3- St. Lawrence- 8:45am | Mon Jan 6- NO MASS | Tue, Jan 7- ASP- St. John Campus- 7:30am | Wed. Jan 8- St. Teresa- 8:45am | Thur. Jan 9- St. Mary’s- 8:45am | Fri Jan 10- St. Lawrence- 8:45am
• Fish Fry Planning Meeting ~ Wed, Jan 16 at 6:30pm ~ Please join us at St Martin’s hall to plan this year’s Lenten fish fries.

PICKLEBALL

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the St. Paul Campus
We have pickleball three times per week: Monday and Wednesday at 5:30pm and Friday at 10:00am.
All are welcome and you do not need to RSVP. A suggested donation of $2/day is appreciated.
Please contact Dave Kuhn with questions at (513) 673-4298.

BRIGHT LIGHTS

Weekends Until Jan. 5th at St. Teresa’s ~ Bright, IN
Bright Lights is a huge Christmas display that will take place every Friday to Sunday evening from 6 to 10pm (Closes 9pm Sundays).
Come experience joy, hope and the message of Christmas!
New Year’s Hours: We’re also open New Year’s Eve from 6 to 10 and New Year’s Day from 6 to 9.
Cost: Free of Charge for everyone.
Location: 23345 Gavin Lane, Bright, IN 47025

UNBORN CHILD BLESSING

Dec 31 & Jan 1 at All Weekend Masses
The “Rite for the Blessing of a Child in the Womb” will be offered during all weekend Masses, to encourage parish prayers for, and recognition of, the precious gift of the child in the womb.
The mother and unborn child may receive this blessing multiple times. You do not have to be Catholic to receive this blessing. Please contact the office and let us know what Mass you will be attending. 812-576-4302

FAMILY GAME NIGHT

Saturday, Jan. 4, 6:00pm at St. Joseph PLC
Help Emily Stenger raise funds for her Girl Scout Gold Award
Join us for a fun game night – Everyone is welcome!
Activities include: Card & Board Games, Bingo, Bunco, Euchre, Puzzles, Coloring, Cornhole and More!
Free Will Offering will be accepted. Thank you.

PAX CHRISTI RETREAT

Sunday, Jan. 12, 12:15pm at Good Shepherd Ctr (St. Joe’s)
All current Pax Christi ministers and anyone interested in joining are invited to attend. Our Pax Christi ministry brings Holy Communion to sick and shut-in parishioners. The retreat begins at 12:15 pm with a light lunch/snacks and runs from 12:30 – 2:00. Additional training for new ministers will follow from 2:00 – 2:30. In the event of inclement weather, the snow make-up date will be Sun, Jan 19th.
Please contact Deacon Bob, (812) 212-3971 or Kathy Kluesener, (513) 288-4395 with questions.

FINANCIAL WELLNESS - REVEALED

Beginning Jan. 22, Nine Classes at Good Shepherd Ctr (St. Joe’s)
Did you know managing your money well can help give you the tools to be a better follower of Christ?
Some topics to be covered: Creating a budget; Building an emergency fund; Reducing or eliminating debt; Saving and investing; Planning for long term goals; Protecting your assets.
Sign Up/Questions: Email revealed@share.dnrmiller.com
More Details: HERE

ROOTED IN TRUTH

Saturday, Jan. 25, 9:00am to 3:00pm at St. Teresa Life Center
Women: Come and learn more about the life of Mary and be inspired to become the woman God is calling you to be!
• Engaging Presentations
• Eucharistic Adoration
• Contemplation of the Joyful Mysteries
• Time for Personal Reflection
Cost: $30 – Includes t-shirt, book, breakfast, lunch, snacks
RSVP by Jan. 11: HERE

MARRIED COUPLES EVENT

Saturday, February 1, 6:00 to 9:00pm at St. John Campus Hall
Forgiveness, Communication and Communion
Guest Speakers: Dr. Daniel & Bethany Meola
Cost: FREE ~ Dinner is included!
RSVP and More Information: HERE

E6 CATHOLIC MEN'S CONFERENCE

Saturday, February 22, 2025, 8:00am to 3:30pm, at East Central High School
Men! Rediscover Your Vocation ~ Put on the Armor of God
This Year’s Speakers:
• Chris Stefanick – Keynote Speaker
• Bobby Angel
• Craig Pohl
• Jake Khym
• Fr. Jonathan Meyer
Includes:
Mass | Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament | Confession
Lunch, Coffee & Refreshments
Free Parking and Comfortable Seating
More Info and Registration at the OFFICIAL SITE
Use Promo Code Christmas to save $10 until 12/31!

EUCHARISTIC REVIVAL NEWS

We are in the midst of a 3-year National Eucharistic Revival and one of our pastors, Father Jonathan Meyer, has been selected as a National Eucharistic Preacher. These are exciting times! Below please find resources and updates to stay informed with everything that is happening. To learn more about the Revival, a good starting point might be the OFFICIAL WEBSITE.