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Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebration
Queen of the Holy Rosary Church
7023 W. 71st St., Overland Park
Dec. 12 at 6 p.m.
Father Bill Bruning will celebrate Mass with music by Mariachi Fuego. A reception after Mass in the parish hall features Mexican pastries and hot chocolate.
Padre Pio Prayer Hour
Queen of the Holy Rosary Church
7023 W. 71st St., Overland Park
Dec. 13 at 9 a.m.
Do you have a special devotion to Padre Pio? Join us in prayer! Next month we will meet at Prince of Peace Church in Olathe.
Bereavement Meeting
Cure of Ars Church
9405 Mission Rd., Leawood
Dec. 13 at 8:30 a.m.
The bereavement ministry will have a grief support meeting in the Father Burak room after the 8:00 morning Mass. The topic will be, “Spirituality during Grief” For more information call (913) 649-2026.
Bingo Night
Sacred Heart Church
2646 S. 34th St., Kansas City
Dec. 13 at 7 p.m.
The Knights of Columbus will be hosting bingo for cash prizes. Refreshment will be sold. Drawings to win four hams. For more info, call Kevin: (913) 207-0900.
Living Nativity
Community Indoor Area
Douglas County Fairgrounds
1930 Harper St., Lawrence
Dec. 14 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Franciscan Servants of the Holy Family are hosting a living nativity. Live animals, music and more. Free event, donations accepted.
Breakfast with the Knights
Divine Mercy Church
555 W. Main St., Gardner
Dec. 14 from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m.
Includes eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, pancakes, waffles and drinks. $6 for those over the age of 13; free for ages 12 and under. Proceeds are used for charitable works, such as scholarships and other giving throughout the year.
iCare Ministries Living Nativity Mass
Queen of the Holy Rosary
7023 W. 71st Street, Overland Park
Dec. 20 at 6 p.m.
The iCare Ministries Living Nativity Mass includes an adapted liturgy for those with special needs and their families. A family social will follow Mass. Contact icarenek@gmail.com with questions. Visit icare-ministries.org for more information about this and other activities.
Breakfast with Santa
St. Patrick Church
1357 N.E. 42nd Terrace, Kansas City, Kansas
Dec. 21 from 8 to 11 a.m.
It’s just a few days until Christmas — bring the kids to see Santa! Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs and biscuits and gravy. Freewill offering.
Book discussion
Online (Zoom)
Jan. 6 at 7 p.m.
Join our book discussion of “Francis of Assisi, Universal Saint” with author Linda Lysakowski. After Jan. 6 we will have ten online Zoom meetings every first and third Tuesday at 7 p.m. Each meeting will focus on one book chapter with plenty of time for discussion. For more information and to register, email lysakobook@gmail.com. Sponsored by the Kansas Franciscan Justice Circle.
New Year Retreat
Christ’s Peace House of Prayer
22131 Meagher Rd., Easton
Jan. 9 to Jan. 11
Step back from the busyness of life, reflect on what truly matters and prioritize your most important goals for the year ahead. The retreat includes spiritual talks, Eucharistic Adoration, Mass, confession, opportunities for spiritual direction, reflection and nature walks. To attend, fill out the individual retreat form at ChristsPeace.com or call (913) 773-8255.
Breakfast with the Knights
Divine Mercy Church
555 W. Main St., Gardner
Jan. 11 from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Breakfast will include eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, pancakes, waffles and drinks. $6 for those over the age of 13; free for 12 and under. Proceeds are used for charitable works, such as scholarships and other giving throughout the year.
Retrouvaille of Kansas City
Savior Pastoral Center
12601 Parallel Pkwy., Kansas City, Kansas
Jan. 23 to 25
Is your marriage struggling or do you know a marriage that is struggling? Retrouvaille is a program that helps couples restore their marriage and rebuild a loving relationship. This is a practical program to improve communication and help couples connect. Life is too short to not live in joy. Register up online at: www.helpourmarriage.org or call 1 (800) 470-2230.
IGNITE for Life Rally
Kansas State Capitol
SW Van Buren St, Topeka
Jan. 28
Join the Bishops of Kansas and Catholics from across the state on for IGNITE for Life and the 2026 Kansas March for Life! IGNITE for Life is a Catholic, pro-love rally for the protection of unborn children and women facing challenging pregnancies. The event includes live music, inspiring speakers, the celebration of the Mass with the Kansas Bishops, and a fun ministry fair. Following IGNITE, all are invited to join in the March for Life to the Capitol for the Kansans for Life Rally. Adoration is offered from 1-3pm at Mater Dei Assumption Church across from the capitol. Visit archkck.org/ignite for details and to register. Registration is free; space is limited.
Divine Mercy Holy Hour
Queen of the Holy Rosary Church
7023 W. 71st St., Overland Park
Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
Join for adoration and benediction. Please use the S.W. doors of the church. Call Judy at (913) 963-3191 for information.
Seasons of Hope
Sts. Peter and Paul Parish
411 Pioneer, Seneca
Sundays at 5 p.m.
Seasons of Hope is a Christ-centered support group that is a nurturing link to the church, the almighty and anyone of faith who are mourning. Anyone mourning a lost ins invited to come and bring a guest. For more information, call or text: Julie Strathman, (785) 294-8360, Roger Becker, (785) 364-6393 or Janet Hermesch, (785) 294-0779.
Divorce Support Group ‘Healing the Divorced Heart’
St. Michael the Archangel (Gabriel Room)
14251 Nall Ave., Leawood
1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.
Those who have experienced a divorce understand as perhaps few others can. We were sad, lonely, scared and angry, but we have found that with God, time and the support of others, healing is possible. For more information, visit the website at: www.stmichaelcp.org/divorce-support.
Experience a Community With Heart
Santa Marta Retirement Community
13800 W. 117th St., Olathe
Wednesdays from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Join us and enjoy a small sample of what life is like at our community. On Walk-in Wednesdays, learn about the Santa Marta community. To RSVP or find a complete list of our upcoming events, call (913) 489-2683; visit the website at: SantaMartaRetirement.com/Events; or call (913) 489-2683 for more information.