Dinner, Raffles, Casino Games, and Live Entertainment. This is a 21 and over event.

WHO: St. Francis Xavier Catholic Parish WHAT: Bicentennial Year Opening Ceremonies WHEN: Sunday, January 20, 2019 o 1:00 p.m. Church officials and local dignitaries mark the occasion with historical displays in Parish Center galleries, with chamber music, historic videos, and tours of the National Historic Register church building. Refreshments served. o 2:00 p.m. First in a series of speakers—Xavier University historian Fr. Thomas Kennealy, SJ will present an informative talk on the history of St. Francis Xavier Parish. o Following…

XLT (Exalt!) is an evening of Eucharistic Adoration, prayer, song, and praise. Hosted by the St. Francis of Assisi Senior High Youth Ministry and eaturing the SHYM Praise & Worship team, the evening will include praise and worship music, Scripture, a reflection, Eucharistic Adoration, and Benediction.

You're invited to attend a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend, where married couples can get away from jobs, kids, chores and phones: and focus on each other. To register contact Andy and Jeanne Folfas at (937) 866-5196 or 1-800-343-5621 or [email protected] or www.esharing.org

Prayer to ask the help of Saint Dymphna, the patron saint of those suffering from neurological and mental health conditions, will take place on Sunday, January 27, in the Adoration Chapel at Maria Stein. The service begins at 2:00 p.m. It is open to the public, especially those who personally suffer from, are concerned about, and give care to those suffering from these conditions. The service will include a prayer, song, testimonials and veneration of the relic of Saint Dymphna.…

The relic of the uncorrupted heart of St. John Vianney will be visiting Old St. Mary's on January 29 from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. The Sacrament of Penance will be offered throughout the visit. There will be a brief service to welcome the relic once it arrives. At 4:30 p.m. there will be a sermon on St. John Vianney, followed by devotions, and a procession with the relic. Join us for this important visit and pray for priests! 1:00…

For High School Students who have taken Theology of the Body. Kenosis is the Greek word for “self-emptying,” which John Paul II relates to “self-gift.” Since we cannot give what we do not have, “kenosis” reminds us that we must receive everything from God if we are to give a fruitful gift of self. Kenosis forms and educates young Catholic leaders into missionary disciples through the transforming power of Jesus Christ in the Holy Spirit. This is the heart of…

Mount Saint Mary's Seminary of the West is hosting a Vocation Night on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 for single men who want to learn more about the seminary, discernment, and the priesthood. Registration starts at 4:30 p.m. with Mass at 5:15 p.m., dinner at 6:00 p.m. and talks and a tour after. To register, call Fr. Dan Schmitmeyer at (513) 421-3131 ext. 2890 or email him at [email protected]