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August:
Chicken Dinner and Bingo
St. Patrick’s Church
(Parish center)
1086 N 94th St, Kansas City, Kansas
Aug. 22 at 5:30 p.m.
Dinner is chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, salad and dessert. Adults cost $12, children $7, family $35. Bingo (10 games) costs $12. Bingo starts at 7 p.m.
iCare Ministries Mass
Queen of the Holy Rosary
7023 W 71 St., Overland Park
Aug. 22 at 6 p.m.
Join the iCare Mass with a social featuring our newest iCare film afterwards. If you have any questions, reach out to icare-ministries.org or (913)-228-2551 and leave a message.
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.
St. Columbkille Picnic
13311 Hwy. 16, Blaine
Aug. 22 after 4 p.m. Mass
St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Blaine will host its annual picnic. A fried chicken dinner will be served from 5 to 7 p.m., costing $13 for adults, $10 for children ages 3–12 and free for 3 and under. Entertainment includes cash bingo, silent auction, quilt raffle, cake walk and games. Grand prize drawing will be held at 8 p.m., and winners need not be present to win.
Cantor Workshop
Visitation Church
5141 Main St., Kansas City, Missouri
Aug. 22 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The Greater Kansas City Chapters of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians will sponsor a workshop for all cantors in the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas and the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph, Missouri. $25.00 per person; $20.00 for NPM members. For more information and to register go to www.npminkc.com.
Bereavement Meeting
Cure of Ars Church
(Father Burak room)
9405 Mission Rd., Leawood
Aug. 22 at 8:30 a.m.
The bereavement ministry at Cure of Ars will have a grief support meeting after the 8 a. m..Mass. The topic will be “ The Serenity Prayer.” For more information call (913) 649-2026.
Widow and Widowers Potluck
Most Pure Heart of Mary
(Culhane room)
3601 S.W. 17th St., Topeka
Aug. 27 from 5 to 7 p.m.
The Christian Widow and Widowers Potluck are hosting a potluck dinner with quarter bingo after dinner. Please bring a covered dish or dessert. For information, text Gen: (785) 230-2473.
Singles’ Mixer
Strang Hall
(Bar area)
7313 W. 80th St., Overland Park
Aug. 27 at 6:30 p.m.
Join a community of young adults singles looking to date for marriage. Come for food, drinks and to meet new people. Questions: katie@findingadamfindingeve.com. More info: https://findingadamfindingeve.com.
Taco Luncheon
Divine Mercy Church
555 W. Main St., Gardner
Aug. 30 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Join us for a Mexican taco fest, featuring street tacos with a choice of asada (beef), pastor (pork) and seasoned chicken. $10 a plate with 3 tacos, salad and a drink. Add a taco for $2. Join us for great food and fellowship sponsored by the Hispanic Ministry.
September:
Benedictine College Convocation
Benedictine College
(Ralph Nolan gymnasium)
1020 N. 2nd St., Atchison
Sept. 1 at 11 a.m.
Kelsey Reinhardt, President and CEO of CatholicVote and co-founder of Zeale, will give the keynote address during the 2026 academic convocation at Benedictine College in Atchison. Reinhardt is a Catholic media executive. Faculty, staff, students and the public are invited to attend.
Symposium on Transforming Culture
Benedictine College
1020 N. 2nd St., Atchison
Sept. 4–5
Catholic speakers, professors, field professionals, students and clergy will present on the theme “The Church in an Algorithmic Age.” This is a time of fellowship, reflection and dialogue concerning topics integral to the Catholic
Faith and its transformative role in society, culture and business. Registration for the symposium, along with additional information, is available at www.benedictine.edu/events/symposium.
Our Lady’s Montessori School Trivia
St. Terese Little Flower parish hall
5814 Euclid Ave., Kansas City, Missouri
Sept. 12 at 6:30 p.m.
Funds benefit Our Lady’s Montessori School, a K–8 school run by the SOLT Sisters. Doors open 5:30, questions start 6:30, done by 9. $160 for table of 8 or $20/person (8 rounds of trivia, 2 individual games and 8 mulligans). BYO food and drink. RSVP trivianight2000@gmail.com.
Catholic Cemeteries Memorial Masses
Various locations
Sept. 12 at 9 a.m.
There will be Masses remembering those buried or entombed at Catholic Cemeteries of Northeast Kansas in Kansas City, Kanssas, Lenexa and Topeka. For more information, call (913) 371-4040.
Disco Dance
Camelot Dance Studio
6635 W. 151st St., Overland Park
Sept. 12 from 7 to 11 p.m.
Come dressed “disco style” and join the fun. There will be a John Travolta look-alike contest and great music. Tickets are $15 and snacks will be provided. All adults welcome. Sponsored by Camelot Dance Studio and Nativity Church Singles group.
Rosary Rally
St. Mary-St. Anthony Church
615 N. 7th St,. Kansas City, Kansas
Sept. 13 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.
Sisters, Servants of Mary Pilgrimage
Cathedral of St. Peter
416 N. 14th St., Kansas City, Kansas
Sept. 13 at 10 a.m.
Join the Sisters, Servants of Mary at Sunday Mass and a walking pilgrimage to their convent after. This is an opportunity to obtain plenary indulgence. For more information, call (913) 371-3423.
Corpus Christi Mooney Creek Church Picnic
18760 Rogers Rd., Atchison
Sept. 13 after 10 a.m. Mass
Menu includes pulled pork, hot dogs, baked beans, chips, assorted salads, dessert and drinks. Suggested donation $15 adults, $10 children 6–12, kids 5 and under eat free. Bingo, kids games, silent auction, pie auction, country store and raffle tickets for a chance to win $1,000 cash (need not be present to win).
Knights Golf Tournament
Prairie Highlands Golf Course
14085 W Inverness St., Olathe
Sept. 14 at 9 a.m.
Registration begins 9 a.m., play at 10 a.m. 4 player scramble costs $125 per player/$500 team. Includes 18 holes of golf with cart, lunch and refreshments on the course. Prizes will be awarded. Enjoy a day of golf, games, raffles, food, fellowship, fun while supporting local charities, scholarships, our parish and community programs. Sponsored by the Gardner Divine Mercy Parish Knights of Columbus.
St. John Henry Newman Retreat
Christ’s Peace House of Prayer
22131 Meagher Rd., Easton
Sept. 18 to 20
Join us for a reflective retreat celebrating the life, wisdom and holiness of St. John Henry Newman, recently declared a Doctor of the Church. This retreat invites participants to journey toward God by exploring Newman’s writings, spiritual insights and contributions to the life of the Church. 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.
Divorce Support Group
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
11300 103rd St., Overland Park
Sept. 19 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. We’ll meet in the room off the gathering space. Questions to: katie@thecall2love.com. More info on website.
Breakfast with the Knights
Divine Mercy Church
555 W. Main St., Gardner
Sept. 20 from 8:30 to 10 a.m.
The breakfast will include eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, pancakes, waffles and drinks. Join us for great fellowship. The cost is $7 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.
Fall Bazaar
St. John Church
(Parish hall)
429 S. Prairie St., Greeley
Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Enjoy a traditional turkey and ham dinner, served with many sides and apple pie. Adults and takeout: $17. Kids: $6. There will be crafts and a raffle, too. Parish hall is handicap accessible.
Slovenefest
Holy Family Church
Msgr. Mejak hall
513 Ohio Ave., Kansas City, Kansas
Sept. 26 at 5 p.m.
The event begins with 4 p.m. Mass at Holy Family Church: 274 Orchard St., Kansas City, Kansas. Festivities afterwards held at Msgr. Mejak Hall, gym and school grounds. Traditional Slovenian dinner, mini silent auction, raffle, games, cultural booth and Souvenirs. Music and dancing featuring: Hrvatski Obicaj and The Brian McCarty Band. For more information, visit our website at www.holyfamilychurchkck.org, find us on Facebook or contact the church office at (913) 413-0022. All proceeds to benefit Holy Family Church.
October:
Catholic Community Health Fall Ball
Fiorella’s Event Center
9000 W. 137th St., Overland Park
Oct. 3 at 5:15p.m.
Join Catholic Community Health for its 4th Annual Fall Ball, a benefit dinner supporting Catholic Community Health and Villa St. Francis. This year’s St. Francis Service Medal will be presented to Archbishop Emeritus Joseph F. Naumann and Msgr. Stuart Swetland. The evening begins with a social hour at 5:15 p.m., followed by dinner and the program at 6:30 p.m. For questions, email mnolan@catholiccommunityhealth.org, or register online at CatholicCommunityHealth.org/fallball.
Fall Festival
Divine Mercy Church
555 W Main St., Gardner
Oct. 4 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Come and enjoy a fried chicken dinner, brats, hot dogs — bierocks and tamales to go. There is entertainment for young and old alike. Join the fun and fellowship. Tickets at divinemercyks.org.
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.
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.