Wednesday, February 26 to Sunday, April 5. Join the campaign by praying in front of Planned Parenthood, Kalamazoo anytime from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. You can register as part of your local church community or individually. Find more information and sign up for vigil hours here.
Lenten Events
Penance Services
St. John Boscho Parish, Mattawan - Sunday, March 1 at 4 p.m.
St. John Parish, Albion - Sunday, March 22 at 3 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. with Adoration
St. Mary Parish, Niles - Tuesday, March 31 at 6 p.m.
Fish Fry Fridays and other Meatless Meals
The Knights of Columbus of St. Mary Parish, Niles is hosting a fish fry of Friday, February 28 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. in St. Mary school gym. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children 6-12, and free for children 5 and under. Carry out is available for $9. Menu includes: AYCE fish, scalloped potatoes, coleslaw, applesauce, rolls, dessert and beverages.
The Knights of Columbus are hosting spaghetti suppers at St. John Bosco Parish, Mattawan on Fridays, February 28, March 13 and March 27 from 5 to 7 p.m. The dinners will include a choice of pasta with alfredo or marinara sauce, garlic bread, salad, beverage, and dessert. Free will offering appreciated.
SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish, Wayland, is hosting All You Can Eat Fish Buffet, February 28, March 6, 13, 20, 27 and April 3. Dine-in dinner begins at 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Take-Out opens at 4:30 p.m. Cost is $11 for adults, $6 for children 6-11, free for children 5 and under, or $30 per family (2 adults and kids).
Knights of Columbus Fish Fry at St. Bernard Parish Center, Benton Harbor on Fridays, February 28, March 27, April 3 and 10 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Cost is $10 per adult and $5 for children under 12.
The St. Mary Knights of Columbus Council 9962, is hosting two Pasta-Pasta Dinners during Lent.The dinners will be held in Fr. Bart Hall (939 Charlotte Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49048) on Fridays, March 6 and March 27. Dinner will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. The menu includes all you can eat pastas, two sauces (marinara and clam), meatless lasagna, salad, garlic bread, dessert, and more. The cost is $8 per person, $6.50 for seniors and children under twelve, and a maximum of $40 per family.
The Knights of Columbus are hosting soup and bread supers at St. John Bosco Parish, Mattawan on Fridays, March 6, and March 20 and April 3 from 5 to 7 p.m. The dinners will include a variety of soups and bread. Free will offering appreciated. If you are able to donate a pot of your favorite meatless soup or fabulous loaf of bread please contact Linda Toso at ltoso2015@outlook.com
St. Stanislaus Parish, Dorr is hosting their annual Sweetheart Soup Dinner on Sunday, February 16. Delicious soup, a fresh salad bar and homemade desserts will be available for dine in or take out from 11:30 a.m - 2:30 p.m. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children 7 -13 years and 6 years and under are free.
Alternatives of Battle Creek is offering a free showing of Unplanned on Wednesday, February 19 at 6 p.m. in the St. Philip Parish Center, Battle Creek. Free childcare is available; please contact Cathy Hirzel at chirzel@aol.com or (269)968-4639 to reserve childcare. High school students are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.
St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Portage is hosting a Bible study on the Gospel of Matthew. The study well be held on Wednesdays, 10 – 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 – 8 p.m., beginning February 5 through April 8. Please RSVP to Jay Landry by Monday, February 3 at jlandry@stcatherinesiena.org or 269-978-2331. Child care is available for the morning session. Find a detailed flyer here.
Catholic Schoolhouse is a classically based homeschool program for nursery through high school. The school house meets once a week for art, science, Socratic discussion/history survey, nursery care, field trips, public speaking, virtue formation, and fellowship. It's designed to work with any curriculum. Catholic School house will be hosting two open houses on Thursday, February 20 and Thursday, March 19. Email stjosephmi@catholicschoolhouse.com or call (269)588-2549 for details or go to catholicschoolhouse.com to learn more.
St. John Bosco Parish, Mattawan will have Stations of the Cross at 7 p.m. every Friday during Lent.
St. Mary Parish, Marshall will have Stations of the Cross at 7 p.m. every Friday during Lent.
St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Portage is hosting a Lenten retreat on Saturday, February 29, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. The retreat, Encounter Jesus in John’s Gospel, will include three talks, quiet time, and prayer. A $5 donation is suggested to help cover lunch costs. Child care is available. Please RSVP to Jay Landry by Thursday, February 27 at jlandry@stcatherinesiena.org or 269-978-2331. Find a detailed flyer here.
1st Saturday Public Rosary on March 7 at 11:30 a.m. at Lawton Dream Park under the large pavilion.
The Kalamazoo Diocesan Council of Catholic Women will be holding a Lenten Day of Spiritual Renewal focusing on the theme of “The Real Presence” on Wednesday, March 11 at St. Catherine of Siena Parish. The day will begin with check-in and confessions at 8 a.m., Rosary at 8:40 and Mass at 9 a.m. followed by a series of speakers, lunch and fellowship. Register by March 8 to Carolyn Morrison at carolynmorrison@hotmail.com or (517)617-5682. Cost is $20.
Is there something you have always wanted to know about the Mass? On Wednesday, March 11, at St. John Bosco Parish, Mattawan, Fr. Jorgensen will give a presentation about the Mass and try to answer as many questions as possible. A light supper will be served at 6 p.m. and the presentation will begin at 6:20 p.m.
Save the date for Cursillo Ultreyas: March 12-15 (Men's weekend in English). Read this article from Southwest Michigan Catholic to learn more about Cursillo. Contact Jeff Chancey at lakestate1985@gmail.com, 269-921-2867 or Carlos Alfaro at carlosalfaro0953@gmail.com, 269-615-1315 for more information.
SS. John and Bernard Parish, Benton Harbor along with St. Francis de Sales Parish, Holland will present "John" a retreat from Saint Andrew School of Evangelization, March 13-15. Register online or contact SS. John and Bernard Parish Office at (269)925-2425.
St. Augustine Cathedral School, Kalamazoo is hosting Once in a Blue Moon Garage Sale in the Crowley Center on Friday, March 13, 4 - 8 p.m. and Saturday, March 14, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Donations will be accepted March 9 -12. Find a detailed flyer here.
A talk on the Eucharistic Miracle of Lanciano will be presented by Amos Miller on Wednesday, March 25 at St. John Bosco Parish, Mattawan. A light supper will be served at 6 p.m. and the presentation will begin at 6:20 p.m.
1st Saturday Public Rosary on April 4 at 11:30 a.m. at the Knights of Columbus, Paw Paw.
1st Saturday Public Rosary on May 2 at 11:30 a.m. at Mattawan Park.
JustFaith., a 24 week program that challenges participants to live out the gospel call to care for the poor and marginalized among us. St. Catherine of Siena, Portage will be hosting this program every Thursday evening beginning September 26 through May 21.
1st Saturday Public Rosary on June 6 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Mary Parish, Paw Paw.
1st Saturday Public Rosary on July 4 at 11:30 a.m. at the Knights of Columbus, Paw Paw.
1st Saturday Public Rosary on August 1 at 11:30 a.m. Mattawan Park.
1st Saturday Public Rosary on September 5 at 11:30 a.m. at Mattawan Park.
1st Saturday Public Rosary on October 3 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Mary Parish, Paw Paw.
1st Saturday Public Rosary on November 7 at 11:30 a.m. at the Knights of Columbus, Paw Paw.
Fr. Mathias, pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish, Three Rivers will be leading a 10 Day Holy Land Pilgrimage, November 9-19, 2020. The trip will include visits to the Sea of Galilee, Mount of Olives, Old City of Jerusalem, Tabgha, Mount of Beatitudes, Via Dolorosa, Garden of Gethsemane and Bethlehem. If interested please contact the office at Immaculate Conception, Parish of Three Rivers at (269)-273-8953.
1st Saturday Public Rosary on December 5 at 11:30 a.m. at Mattawan Park.
Events Outside the Diocese
The Basilica of St. Adalbert, Grand Rapids is hosting Cor Jesu, "Heart of Jesus", the first Friday of every month in honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Each evening includes Eucharistic Adoration, praise and worship, intercessory prayer teams, confession, and community. The evening of prayer is built for young adults but open to all. All are welcome to come and go throughout the two hours, staying as long or as short as they like. The coming dates include February 7, March 6, April 3 and May 1.
Submit Your Event
Events can be submitted by completing the form above or by emailing them to Juliann Pardon.
