Around the Diocese

Ukrainian Catholics of the Eastern Rite (aka Ukrainian Greek-Catholics) Easter Divine Liturgy — April 24, at 12:30 p.m. at Saint Jude Maronite Catholic Church, 4893 S. Wasatch St., Murray. We will gather following the Divine Liturgy for the blessing of Easter baskets and meeting in the Church Hall. Anyone interested in this event is welcome. For more information, contact Oleh Kernytskyy at 801-918-0271.

Lenten Supper and presentation — Monday, April 18, at 6 p.m. in the Juan Diego Catholic High School Commons, 300 East 11800 South, Draper, a Lenten soup, salad, and bread dinner, followed by a presentation about homeless youth in Salt Lake County. The Home and School Association of Juan Diego Catholic High School is holding a Lenten Outreach project to benefit homeless youth served through Volunteers of America. The public is invited to hear a panel discussion with Volunteers of America representatives, Juan Diego parent volunteers, and Juan Diego students who have supported this mission. Visit www.jdchs.org for information.

Spring Basketball Clinics — April 18-20 at J.E. Cosgriff Catholic School, 2335 Redondo Ave., Salt Lake City. Former University of Utah basketball players Josh Grant and Jimmy Soto, also a Judge Memorial graduate, will hold two sessions each evening. The clinics are open to boys and girls in grades 2nd through 8th grade. The cost is $75 per individual. Direct any questions to oneononebball@gmail.com or 801-971-4102.

St. Jude Holy Week Schedule — St Jude Maronite Catholic Church, 4900 S. Wasatch St., Murray. Come to our Holy Week Devotions at 6:30 p.m. each day, April 18-24. Monday: Eastern Devotion of the "Coming to the Harbor," followed by Fr. Pat Peyton’s movie "That I May See," the story of the man born blind. Tuesday: "Coming to the Harbor" devotion. Wednesday: healing, Rite of the Lamp. Holy Thursday: Divine Liturgy with the Washing of the Feet and procession. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will be from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Great Friday: Mass of the Pre-Sanctified at 8 a.m.; confessions from noon until 3 p.m. Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3 p.m., with the beginning of the nine-day novena. The Burial of Our Lord begins at 6:30 p.m. Great Saturday of the Light: confessions, noon until 3 p.m., Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3 p.m., Easter Vigil begins at 9 p.m. Easter Sunday, Divine Liturgies will be at 8 a.m., and 10:30 a.m. All are welcome. For more information, call 801-268-2820.

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 at (801) 328-8641 ext. 363, by Wednesday, April 27.

Our Lady of Lourdes, Magna, Golf Tournament — Saturday, June 25, shotgun start at 7 a.m. Join us for an 18-hole, 4-person scramble at West Ridge Golf Course, 5055 S. Westridge Blvd. (5955 West), West Valley City. The cost is $75, which includes a cart, lunch and drinks. Fees must be paid by May 15. The cost is $85 at the door. Sponsor a hole for a minimum of $150. Send your check payable to: Our Lady of Lourdes CCW L.L.C., c/o Victor Marquez, 6276 S. Mount Logan Way, West Jordan, UT 84084.

Youth Ministry — Sunday, May 1, at 5 p.m. the Office of Youth Ministry and the Office of Hispanic Ministries will host a Mass for the youth of the diocese at Saint Ann Parish, 450 East 2100 South, Salt Lake City. The Most Rev. John C. Wester will be the celebrant. All are invited, but minors must be accompanied by a responsible chaperone or parent. Light refreshments will be served afterwards.

J.E. Cosgriff Toddler Program Enrollment — open enrollment for the 2-year-old toddler classes are 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 our 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. Our 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 www.judgememorial.com/admissions.

Blessed Sacrament Catholic Elementary/Middle School is now enrolling for 2011-2012 — 1745 East 9800 South, Sandy, for 3 year old pre-school to 8th grade. Curriculum aligned to meet standards of full-day kindergarten, excellence in academics along with a complete array of liberal arts courses, extra-curricular, and sports activities. Accredited by Western Catholic Education Association and 2010 & 2011 Utah State School of Character. Applications are available at www.blessedsacschool.org. Call 801-572-5311 for enrollment appointment or tour.

Girls on the Run Program — April 21, 28 and May 5, 12, in the Saint Vincent de Paul Catholic school gym or lower field, 1385 E. Spring Lane in Salt Lake City. The Girls on the Run Program is a national positive youth development program that inspires 3rd through 8th grade girls to stay true to themselves by developing health and fitness goals through a 10-week curriculum.

Pilgrimage to Sicily and Italy — Oct. 17-28, there are still spaces available on the pilgrimage to Sicily and Italy with Msgr. Robert Servatius, pastor of Blessed Sacrament Parish, Sandy. The pilgrimage will visit historical sites and prominent landmarks. There will be an audience with the pope in Rome and tours of St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican museums, the Sistine Chapel and major basilicas. For more information call 801-576-1644.

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 Service is looking for Catholic veterans to organize a post and become active to support our Church with Catholic Action Programs that emphasize patriotism for parishioners. More details are available at www.cwv.org.

Judge Memorial Catholic High School Cheer Skills Clinic and Tryouts — Clinic April 19; tryouts April 26-28 to be held in the Judge dance studio. Open to rising freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors. For more details, including times, visit our website at www.judgememorial.com.

Happy 25th Birthday— Saturday, April 30 at 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.

40 Days for Life Wrap-Up Social and Rally — Saturday, April 16 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Saint Jude Maronite Church, 4900 Wasatch St. Murray.

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.

Saint John the Baptist parish 12th Annual Festival of Roses — May 13, 14 & 15. Friday, May 13: Carnival Rides and Games will be open at 6 p.m. until 10 pm. 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 and games. A Western BBQ dinner will be served from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Hours are 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 801-984-7109.