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Email calendar submission to: olivia.martin@theleaven.org.
July:
Bunk Bed Building Day
reStart
3517 Main St., Kansas City, Missouri
July 18 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
We are looking for approximately 40 volunteers to help build 20 bunk beds that will provide a safe and comfortable place for 40 children staying at the Family Lodge. If you know of individuals or groups who may enjoy serving in this hands-on project, we would be grateful if you shared this opportunity with them. Volunteers can sign up online.
Divorce Support Group
Holy Spirit Church
11300 103rd St., Overland Park
July 18 at 6 p.m.
From ‘Called To Love Again’: Divorce isn’t the end of your story. Join us for formation and community to prepare you for what is next. Make new friends and get tips for healing and hope. Questions to: katie@thecall2love.com.
Parish Picnic
St. Augustine, Fidelity, Catholic Church
1948 Acorn Rd., Sabetha
July 19 at 4:30 p.m.
Buffet-style smoked chicken with all sides including homemade coleslaw and dessert served in air-conditioned hall with to-go meals available. Adults $15; children 4 to 10 $6; children 3 and under free. Games for the whole family. Live music by Hutfles Family Band of Wetmore starting at 7:30. More info on Facebook: @staugustinefidelity.
Rosary Rally
Oratory of Old St. Patrick
806 Cherry St., Kansas City, Missouri
July 19 from 3 to 4:15 p.m.
Please join us to honor our Blessed Mother and our Lady of Fatima. We will pray the Joyful, Sorrowful and Glorious mysteries followed by benediction and the opportunity to enroll in the Brown Scapular. More info: rosaryrallieskc.org.
Youth Ministry Rummage Sale
Holy Trinity Church
13615 W. 92nd St., Lenexa
July 23: Early bird $20 entry fee from 5-7 pm; $10 from 7-9 pm
July 24: No Entrance fee: 8 am to 7 pm
July 25: Half off day, no entrance fee: 8 am to 12 pm.
Save the date and your treasures! We will start collecting items on July 14 to 17 and July 20 to 21 from 1-7 p.m. Large item pick up day is scheduled for July 18 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Questions? Contact Joann Weger at rummage@htlenexa.org or (913) 980-4988.
August:
Sips for Scholarships Fundraiser
Boulevard Brewing Co.
2501 Southwest Blvd., Kansas City, Missouri
Aug. 1 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Join us at Boulevard Brewing Co. for an evening of delicious food, unlimited wine and beer and great company to help raise need-based scholarship funds for students at Resurrection Catholic School. Learn more at: rcskck.org/sips-for-scholarships.
Roast Beef Dinner
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
(parish hall)
1405 2nd Ave., Leavenworth
Aug. 2 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Join Sacred Heart-St. Casimir’s annual roast beef dinner. Adults $14.00; children (12 and under) $6.00. Carry-out available.
St. Stanislaus Parish Picnic
St. Stanislaus Church
701 S Main St., Rossville, KS 66533
Aug. 8 from 3 to 7 p.m.
Happening in conjunction with Rossville’s Tall Corn Festival, join for bingo, a fried chicken dinner ($12 per place) and Mass at 7 p.m.
Breakfast with the Knights
Divine Mercy Catholic Church
555 W. Main St., Gardner
Aug. 9 from 8:30 to 10 a.m.
The breakfast will include 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 scholarships and charitable works throughout the year.
Marian Consecration Retreat
Christ’s Peace House of Prayer
22131 Meagher Rd., Easton
August 14 to 16
Guided by Dr. Scott Hahn’s Hail, Holy Queen, this retreat offers Marian conferences, Eucharistic Adoration, Mass, Confession and quiet time for prayer, reflection and walking in the beauty of God’s creation. Begin your 33-day preparation on July 13. Cabins/courtyard rooms: $180; single/$270; couple or single guest rooms: $110 (meals Included). Fill out the individual retreat form at ChristsPeace.com or call (913) 773-8255.
Croatian Festival
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
708 N. 4th Street, Kansas City, Kansas
Aug. 15 after 4 p.m. Mass
Join us for tradition Croatian food, beverages and music. Sarma dinners are available for pre-order at StJohntheBaptistCatholicChurch.com or on festival night. Cash is preferred. There will be booths for povitica (nut bread), apple strudel and salamis. Kids’ game are 50 cents per play. The Strawberry Boutique will be open for festival T-shirts, the 125th Anniversary Books and all things strawberry, Croatian and St. John’s. Parking is available on the side streets and at the KU campus at 4th Street and Armstrong. Information: kckcroatianfestival@gmail.com or (913) 371-0627.
Sisters, Servants of Mary Jubillee Celebration
Cathedral of St. Peter
416 N. 14th St., Kansas City, Kansas
Aug. 15 at 9 a.m.
All are welcome to join the sisters at Mass in celebration of the 175th anniversary of the foundation of the congregation. Reception following in parish center.
Unity Fest
Our Lady of Unity Church
2646 S. 34th St., Kansas City, Kansas
Aug. 22 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Join a joyful celebration of faith, culture and friendship. There will be live music and dance groups as well as carnival games and a soccer tournament (9 a.m. to noon) for all ages. Delicious Hispanic and American food! For more info, contact Lupita at (913) 963-04734 or Sherry (913) 207-0900.
September:
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October:
Preached Retreat on St. John’s Gospel
Marillac Retreat and Spirituality Center
4200 S. 4th St., Leavenworth
October 12 to 18
“The Beloved Discipleship,” presented by S. Mary McGlone, CSL, will examine the Gospel of John as the way of entering to the call we have to become the beloved disciples of Jesus in today’s world. The rhythm of prayer will include times for silence, personal prayer and individual accompaniment, if requested. Please visit MarillacCenter.org for more information and to register.
Silent Retreat
Marillac Retreat and Spirituality Center
4200 S. 4th St., Leavenworth
October 26 to 31
Marillac Retreat and Spirituality Center will be a quiet, peace-filled space, open to receive those looking for prayer, rest and renewal. All are welcome to come and make silent personal or directed retreats. Please visit MarillacCenter.org for more information and to register.
Recurring Events:
Family Lodge Volunteer Days
reStart
3517 Main St., Kansas City, Missouri
Ongoing
We are welcoming individuals and groups to help clean, paint, organize and prepare rooms before families move in to the Family Lodge. Volunteers can serve for as little as an hour or stay for several hours, depending on their availability. Interested individuals or groups can sign up here.
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.
Widowed Women of FaiTh Lunch
Perkins Restaurant
(back room)
1720 S.W. Wanamaker Rd., Topeka
3rd Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Join us for lunch and companionship. No RSVP needed, just come. Invite others. Questions? Email: Widowed WomenofFaith@gmail.com or call Julie at (913) 558-0191.
Theology of Dating Event
St. Pius X Church
5500 Woodson Rd., Mission
First Wednesday of the month
From 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Join us for a potluck meal followed by a presentation on how to navigate dating struggles. Come meet new people, socialize and get practical dating tips from a Catholic perspective. Questions: katie@findingadamfindingeve.com. More info: https://findingadamfindingeve.com.
Santa Marta Tour
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.
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.
Divorce Support Group ‘Healing the Divorced Heart’
St. Michael the Archangel Church
(Gabriel room)
14251 Nall Ave., Leawood
1st & 3rd Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
Holy Face League
Holy Spirit Church
11300 103rd St., Overland Park
2nd Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Regional monthly meeting to pray, learn, share and together offer reverence to God through his Holy Face. Send questions to: David at holyfaceop@gmail.com.
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 www.stmichaelcp.org/divorce-support.
Millions of Monicas Prayer Group
Church of the Ascension
9510 W. 127th St., Overland Park
2nd Saturdays from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. (starting July 11)
Join with other mothers as we pray to grow in holiness and humility and for our children’s return to the Catholic Church. For more information contact Veronica at (913) 481-8113 or visit www.millionsofmonicas.com.
Divorce Support Group
Location: TBA
Date: TBA
From ‘Called To Love Again’: Divorce isn’t the end of your story. Join us for formation and community to prepare you for what is next. Make new friends and get tips for healing and hope. Questions to: katie@thecall2love.com. More info on website.