Around the Diocese

Friday, Nov. 19, 2021

St. Cecilia’s Day Concert — by The Madeleine Choir School. Sunday, Nov. 21, 8 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Madeline, 309 E. South Temple, SLC. Gabriel Faure’s “Requiem in D minor” and Anton Bruckner’s “Te Deum.”

Vocations Awareness Night — Monday, Nov. 22, 7-8:30 p.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 4050 South 3900 West, West Haven. A panel of priests, consecrated religious and those in formation will give testimonies and be available to answer questions. All are welcome.

Pastoral Center Closed — The Diocese of Salt Lake City Pastoral Center will close Wednesday, Nov. 24, at 11 a.m. for the Thanksgiving holiday. It will reopen on Monday, Nov. 29, at 8:30 a.m.

50th Anniversary — of the St. Joseph High School Boosters. Saturday, Nov. 27 at the Timbermine Restaurant, 1701 Park Blvd., Ogden. Social hour 6 p.m.; dinner 7 p.m. They will recognize the late Fr. Neale Herrlich, the other founders, and past and present presidents. For information, contact Bill Burbridge, 801-391-2972, or Cindy White, cwhite@stjosephutah.com.

Diocesan Advent Retreat — Saturday, Dec. 4, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. In-person and livestreamed. The theme is “Saint Joseph and Advent.” English session with Fr. Stephen Tilley, 9-11 a.m.; Spanish session with Fr. Jorge Roldan, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Free. Advance registration requested. Call the Office of Worship, 801-328-8641 ext 357 to register for seating or to receive the livestream link.

Coats for Kids Distribution — The Knights of Columbus will distribute coats to children in need on Saturday, Dec. 4, 4-5:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Madeleine, 309 E. South Temple, SLC.

Coats for Kids Distribution — Sunday, Dec. 5, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Cathedral of the Madeleine, 309 E. South Temple, SLC. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.

Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary — Wednesday, Dec. 8 is a holy day of obligation. Check your parish for Mass times.

Coats for Kids Distribution — Saturday, Dec. 11, 9-11 a.m. at the Spanish Fork Walmart, 1206 N. Canyon Creek Pkwy., Spanish Fork. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus in cooperation with Shop with a Cop.

Coats for Kids Distribution – Saturday, Dec. 11,Time TBA at San Felipe Catholic Church, 606 Aria Blvd., Wendover. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.

The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe — this year falls on Dec. 12, the Third Sunday of Advent. Our Lady of Guadalupe may be appropriately honored during the homily, universal prayer and hymns during the Sunday liturgy.

Brass and Organ Christmas Concert — Sunday, Dec. 12, 8 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Madeleine, 309 E. South Temple, SLC. Featuring the brass section of the Utah Symphony. Live in-person audience (until cathedral capacity is reached) and livestreamed on the Eccles Organ Festival’s YouTube channel.

Christmas Carol Service — by The Madeleine Choir School. Thursday, Dec. 16, 7:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Madeline, 309 E. South Temple, SLC. Featuring the music of Robert Parsons, Russell Woollen and Francis Grier.

Christmas Carol Service — by The Madeleine Choir School. Friday, Dec. 17, 7:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Madeline, 309 E. South Temple, SLC. Featuring the music of Robert Parsons, Russell Woollen and Francis Grier.

Vaccine event request form — The Utah Department of Health is offering mobile vaccine clinics anywhere in the state.  If you are interested in bringing a mobile vaccine event to your parish or school, visit https://tinyurl.com/5edatecx to get on the schedule.

Volunteers Needed — The St. Vincent Homeless Center in Salt Lake City is in need of volunteers for multiple shifts. All safety protocols have been put into place. For information, visit https://ccsutah.volunteerhub.com/  or contact Monica Rich mrich@ccsutah.org to schedule a volunteer opportunity at the Weigand Day Center or St. Vincent Dining Hall.

Volunteers Needed — Those wishing to volunteer with Catholic Community Services in the Ogden area may assist in the warehouse, sorting donated food items, tracking inventory, and assembling boxes and bags of food for clients. For information or to sign up, visit www.ccsutah.org/volunteer or contact Rachel Martin at rmartin@ccsutah.org.

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