Around the Diocese

Dream Builder’s Breakfast — Thursday, April 28 from 7:45 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. at the Marriott Downtown, 75 S. West Temple, Salt Lake City. Catholic Community Services will host KUTV’s Cristina Flores and community advocate Pamela Atkinson. We invite you to join us for this free event to learn about our mission, the people we serve and how you can be part of the success of CCS. By providing help and creating hope you and CCS together can make dreams come true for those most in need. RSVP to Carrie Kresser at ckresser@ccsutah.org or contact Kathryn Brussard at 801-428-1230 or kbrussard@ccsutah.org.

Divine Mercy Sunday — May 1, 2:30 p.m., St. Jude Maronite Catholic Church , 4900 S. Wasatch St., Murray. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, rosary, silent reflection, 3 p.m. Chaplet of Mercy, Reflection from the Diary of St. Faustina; 3:30 p.m. Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament; veneration of the relic of St. Faustina. The relic of St. Faustina will be made available for individual veneration. Everyone is welcome.

Level I Training — Saturday, April 30, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Saint Mary Parish, 4050 South 3900 West, West Haven, for Extraordinary Ministers of Communion at Mass and for the sick will be given by Timothy Johnston, director of the Office of Liturgy. The workshop fee is $7, and registration is required by calling the Office of Liturgy, 801-328-8641 ext. 363, by Wednesday, April 27.

Mardi Gras — May 7 to benefit Saint John the Baptist Parish. Vegas-style games and cocktails at 7 p.m. in the Juan Diego Catholic High School gym, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. Call 801-984-7109, or visit www.sjb-parish.org for information.

Saint John the Baptist Parish 12th Annual Festival of Roses — May 13-15. Friday, May 13: Carnival rides and games from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. There will be a family dinner and a live band on the outdoor stage. Saturday, May 14: Open the day with the 5K Run at 8 a.m. The fun continues all day with carnival rides, games and activities. A Western BBQ dinner will be served from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Doors open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, May 15: Booths and carnival rides will open at 10 a.m. and run until 4 p.m. For more information call the parish, 801-984-7109, or visit www.sjb-parish.org.

Festival of Roses 5K Run/1 Mile Fun Walk — Saturday, May 14, at 8 a.m., in the circle of the Skaggs Catholic Center, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. Registration fees on race day are 5K Run: $18 adults, $12 children 12 and under; Fun Walk: $12. There will be prizes in each of the different categories of race participants, raffles, and refreshments. Race coordinator is Michelle Bullett, 801-870-3851. Visit www.sjb-parish.org for festival information and 5K registration form.

Mass of Thanksgiving — The Most Reverend John C. Wester, Bishop of Salt Lake City, cordially invites you to a Mass of Thanksgiving on Sunday, May 22, at 2 p.m., at Saint Ann Catholic Church, 450 East 2100 South, Salt Lake City, honoring the Reverend Monsignor J. Terrence Fitzgerald, PA, VG, as Monsignor retires from active ministry. A reception will follow in the parish center.

Saint Martin de Porres Parish Ladies luncheon and fashion show — Saturday, April 30, 4914 South 2200 West, Taylorsville. Social hour at 11 a.m. with lunch and fashion show at noon to support Catholic Community Services in Salt Lake City. Tickets are $15. For information, call Connie Cruger at 801-265-1028 or Betty Valdez at 801.262.7735.

Divine Mercy Sunday — Saint Martin de Porres Parish, May 1, "Hour Of Grace" at 3 p.m., 4914 South 2200 West, Taylorsville. For information, call 801-968-2369.

Enrollment — Saint Vincent de Paul Catholic School has a few openings in kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th and 7th grades for the 2011-2012 school year. For more information or a tour of our school, call Rosemary Bennett at 801-277-6702 ext. 0.

Dessert Pops — May 2-3 at 7 p.m. in the Juan Diego Catholic High School Little Theater, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. The cost is $8 for adults, $5 for seniors and children 16 and under, students and faculty, free. Tickets will be sold at the door.

‘Annie’— May 4-5 at 7 p.m. Saint John the Baptist Middle School musical to be held in the Juan Diego Catholic High School auditorium, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. This musical is free and open to the public.

High School Drama Showcase — May 10-11 at 7 p.m. in the Juan Diego High School auditorium, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. Free and open to the public.

All Campus Art Show — May 9, Booster BBQ at 5 p.m.; awards ceremony at 6:30 p.m. Display featuring student art from kindergarten through 12th grade. Display will be May 2-13, in the Juan Diego Catholic High School Great Hall, 300 East 11800 South, and is free and open to the public.

Madeleine Choir School’s 15th Annual Auction — "A Night With Shakespeare," Saturday, May 14, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Salt Palace Convention Center. For sponsorship or patron table information, call Joanna Wheelton 801-994-4662.

Happy 25th Birthday— Saturday, April 30, 5 p.m. to midnight. You’re invited to join the Blessed Sacrament community as we celebrate 25 years of excellence in academics at the Salt Lake City Marriott Center, 220 S. State St., Salt Lake City. This will be an evening of dinner, dancing, silent and live auctions. For more information, contact Sonia West at 801-495-1699 or swest@blessedsacschool.org.

Easter Choral Vespers at the Cathedral — Choral Vespers on Easter Day will be sung by The Choir of the Cathedral of the Madeleine on Sunday, April 24 at 5 p.m. Music of David Bevan, William Byrd, John Taverner and Gustav Holst will be performed. The choir will be under the direction of Gregory Glenn. All are invited to celebrate in this service.

J.E. Cosgriff Toddler Program Enrollment —Open enrollment is underway for the 2-year-old toddler classes offered Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday from 8:20-11 a.m., at 2335 Redondo Ave., Salt Lake City. The Toddler Program allows children to explore and discover developmentally appropriate concepts through guided instruction and play. For more information or to schedule a tour of the facility, call J.E. Cosgriff School at 801-486-3197, or visit www.cosgriff.org.

Saint John the Baptist Middle School — is enrolling for 2011-2012 school year for grades 6, 7, and 8. The school is located on the Skaggs Catholic Center, 300 East 11800 South, Draper, and offers extensive elective courses and sport activities. For more information and applications, visit www.sjb-middle.org. For a tour, contact Principal Jim Markosian at 801-984-7613 or Vice Principal Emmy Hartney at 801-984-7323.

Judge Memorial Catholic High School Admissions — Registration and enrollment for the 2011-2012 school year at Judge Memorial is underway. The school’s academic, activity, athletic programs, along with opportunities in campus ministry and Christian service, are designed to educate the whole person. Contact Matt Finnigan at 801-517-2129 for information on admissions, tours and shadow days or visit www.judgememorial.com/admissions.

Blessed Sacrament Catholic Elementary/Middle School — is enrolling for 3-year-old pre-school to 8th grade. The school, located at 1745 East 9800 South, Sandy, has a curriculum aligned to meet standards of full-day kindergarten, excellence in academics, a complete array of liberal arts courses, extra-curricular, and sports activities. Accredited by Western Catholic Education Association and a 2010 & 2011 Utah State School of Character. Applications are available at www.blessedsacschool.org. Call 801-572-5311 for enrollment appointment or tour.

Catholic veterans — The Catholic War Veterans of the USA must continue its work for God, country and home to face the challenges of this new century. Therefore the Archdiocese of the Military Services is looking for Catholic veterans to organize a post and become active with them to support our Church with Catholic Action Programs that emphasize patriotism for parishioners. More details are available at www.cwv.org.