Around the Diocese

Friday, Oct. 13, 2023

Coats for Kids Fundraiser — Sunday, Oct. 15 after the 8:30 a.m. Mass at St. John the Baptist Parish, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. All proceeds from the pancake breakfast will go toward purchasing coats for kids in need.

Hesburgh Lecture — Monday, Oct. 16, 7 p.m. in the Juan Diego CHS auditorium, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. Richard Garnett, professor of law and political science and Notre Dame law school director on church, state and society, will discuss “Religious Freedom in America Today.” Free and open to the public.

Two Popes – Two Letters to the World — Tuesday, Oct. 17, 6:30 p.m. at The Madeleine Choir School, 205 East First Ave., SLC. An opportunity to discuss Caritas in Veritate and Fratelli Tutti, two recent encyclical letters that consider how the teachings of Jesus address challenges faced in our world. Also available by Zoom. RSVP to advancement@utmcs.org or call 801-323-9850 for information.

Msgr. Benvegnu Lecture — Thursday, Oct. 19, 7 p.m. in the St. Vincent de Paul Parish Benvegnu Center, 1375 E. Spring Lane, SLC. Fr. Samuel Dinsdale, pastor, will present “The Joy of the Gospel,” which will cover Pope Francis’ encyclical The Joy of the Gospel.

Utah Flame of Love — Friday, Oct. 20, 7 p.m. by Zoom. Register at https://flameoflove.us/cenacle-details/?pdb=393 to obtain Zoom access. 

Workshop for all Pastoral Musicians — That was scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 21, 9 a.m. to noon, at St. Ambrose Parish, 1975 South 2300 East, SLC, has been canceled.

Holiday Boutique — Saturday, Oct. 21, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Andrew Catholic School, 11835 South 3600 West, Riverton. Breakfast and lunch by the Knights of Columbus, more than 25 vendors, gift drawing.

Trip to Wendover — Saturday, Oct. 21, departing at 9 a.m. from St. Mary Catholic Church, 4050 South 3900 West, West Haven and 9:15 a.m. at Rancho Markets, 580 S. State St. in Clearfield. To reserve a seat, call 402-981-3655.

Two Popes – Two Letters to the World — Tuesday, Oct. 24, 6:30 p.m. at The Madeleine Choir School, 205 East First Ave., SLC. An opportunity to discuss Caritas in Veritate and Fratelli Tutti, two recent encyclical letters that consider how the teachings of Jesus address challenges faced in our world. Also available by Zoom. RSVP to advancement@utmcs.org or call 801-323-9850 for information.

Skaggs Science Symposium — Tuesday, Oct. 24, 7 p.m. in the Juan Diego CHS auditorium. Dr. Logan Mitchell, climate scientist and energy analyst, will continue the Fire & Water in the West series. Free and open to the public.

Rosary and Adoration — Thursday, Oct. 26, beginning at 6 p.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 4050 South 3900 West, West Haven. 

Fall Boutique — Saturday, Oct. 28 at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 1040 West 400 South, SLC. To reserve a space, call the parish office, 801-596-7233.

Red Cross Blood Drive — Saturday, Oct. 28, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at St. Olaf Parish’s McNamara Center, 276 East 1700 South, Bountiful. Register at RedCrossBlood.org. Contact Joe Bouley, balijo@aol.com, 801-309-9149, for information.

Trunk or Treat — and fundraising carnival, Saturday, Oct. 28, 3-6 p.m. at Kearns-St. Ann School, 430 East 2100 South, SLC. $5 entry includes all activities.

Utah Cursillo Ultreya — Saturday, Oct. 28, 11:45 a.m. at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, 7405 S. Redwood Road, West Jordan, to share faith and fellowship. Fr. Eleazar Silva will speak at the event. Light refreshments follow. For information, contact Rita Stelmach, 801-647-0143.

First Sunday Filipino Mass — Sunday, Nov. 5, 3:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 670 South 1100 East, SLC. Fr.  Rodelio Ignacio will preside; hosted by Misang Bayan Filipino Community.

CCS Dinner — The Catholic Community Services Humanitarian Awards Dinner will be Tuesday, Nov. 7 beginning with a social hour at 6 p.m. at Little America Hotel, 50 Main St., SLC. Tickets: $175; table sponsorships available. For tickets or information, visit https://ccsutah.org/news/humanitarian-dinner or contact Maresha Bosgieter, mbosgieter@ccsutah.org.

Eucharistic Parish Mission — Nov. 11-17, 7 p.m. each evening; bilingual English/Spanish with Fr. Benedict La Volpe, OFM Conv. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 4050 South 3900 West, West Haven. Free and open to the public.

Eccles Organ Festival — Nov. 12, 8 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Madeleine, 309 E. South Temple, SLC. Organist Aaron Tan, winner of the 2021 Canadian International Organ Competition, DMA candidate at the Eastman School of Music; music by Böhm, Germani, Vierne and Weir.

Bilingual Rosary for Life — the first Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Madeleine, 309 E. South Temple, SLC.

Bible Study — all are welcome to join in the Bible study at Blessed Sacrament Parish, Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to noon, in Room 1 of the parish center, 9800 South 1700 East, Sandy. For information, contact Margaret Mischel, 385-507-0048

Saint Ann’s Bell Choir — is looking for new members. Candidates need not be able to read music, although it is helpful. Choir members are trained to read the music and properly ring the bells.  They practice weekly and perform three to five times per year. If interested, contact Patti O’Connor, pattiocconor@hotmail.com or call or text 801-403-7968.

The Diocese of Salt Lake City’s Commission for People with Disabilities is seeking new members. For information, contact Dolores Lopez, dolores.lopez@dioslc.org or 801-328-8641.