SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT
CAMDEN – Sacred Heart, Sister Thea Bowman, Servant of God – her legacy, speaker Karla Luke. Nov. 7, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost $10. Registration open through Oct. 23. Details: amelia.breton@jacksondiocese.org.
GREENWOOD – Locus Benedictus, Understanding St. Francis of Assisi, Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 6:30 p.m. Father Greg Plata, OFM will present the historical person of St. Francis, using stories about the saint which continue to speak to people of all faiths today. All are invited. No charge. Details: (662) 299-1232.
HERNANDO – Holy Spirit, Discovering Christ, Thursdays, Oct. 8 through Dec. 3 in the Family Life Center. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Come explore the meaning of life! Details: Call (662) 342-1073 or email nwms.evangelization@gmail.com.
MADISON – Millions of Monicas will be praying at St. Catherine’s Village chapel (200 Dominican Drive), the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. When you arrive at the gate, let the team know you are joining the Millions of Monicas ministry. Please, mark your calendars for the following meeting dates: Oct. 13, Nov. 10 and Dec. 8, 2026. Details: call (601) 613-8526.
OLIVE BRANCH – Queen of Peace, Millions of Monicas, Thursdays from 6:15-7:15 pm. Join with other mothers as we pray to grow in holiness and for our children’s faithful return to the Church. Details: church office (662) 895-5007.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Mother Teresa Institute and the Saint John Paul II National Shrine is honored to host a temporary exhibit, entitled “Works of Love Are Works of Peace,” on the life and mission of St. Teresa of Calcutta, featuring more than 80 photographs by Collopy. Exhibt open through Nov. 11. Details: https://www.jp2shrine.org/exhibits.

PARISH & YOUTH EVENTS
CLARKSDALE – St. Elizabeth, Trunk or Treat, Oct. 25. Details: church office (662) 624-4301.
GREENVILLE – St. Joseph, Lunch Fundraiser, Sunday, Sept. 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Menu: Sloppy joes, baked beans, chips and browine. Cost: $15/plate. Details: church office (662) 335-5251.
GREENWOOD – St. Francis of Assisi, 75th Anniversary Mass and Celebration, Sunday, Oct. 4. Details: church office (662) 453-0623.
HERNANDO – Holy Spirit, Fall Bazaar, Saturday, Oct. 3, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Details: Julie at (901) 371-6253 or julieastefanik@gmail.com.
Holy Spirit Men’s Association, Fish Fry by Holy Spirit Men’s Association, Friday, Oct. 16, from 4-7 p.m. Adults $13; Children $6. Eat in or take out. Plate includes Catfish, Hushpuppies, Fries, Slaw, Drink and Dessert. Details: call Jon (901) 481-0228 or Lee at (662) 233-4833.
JACKSON – St. Richard, Evening with Mary, Thursday Oct. 1 at 5:30-7:30 p.m. with Rhonda Bowden. RSVP and bring your Rosary. Details: church office (601) 366-2335.
JACKSON – St. Richard School, Cardinal Fest, Saturday, Oct. 24. Enjoy food, live performances, games, art, chili cookoff and more! Visit https://bit.ly/cardinalfest2026 for tickets, chili cookoff registration, sponsorship or more info. Details: school office (601) 366-1157.
MADISON – St. Francis, Blessing of the Pets, Saturday, Oct. 3 at 2 p.m. in the courtyard. Pets must be on leash. Details: church office (601) 856-5556.
Taste of St. Francis, Sunday, Oct. 4 in the Family Life Center, following 10:30 a.m. Mass.
MERIDIAN – St. Joseph, Octoberfest, Saturday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Theme – “Once Upon a Time.” Tickets on sale soon. Details: church office (601) 693-1321.
NATCHEZ – Cathedral School, Fall Festival, Oct. 10 and 11.
OLIVE BRANCH – Queen of Peace, Men’s Club Golf Tournament, Sunday, Sept. 27 at 1 p.m. at the Wedgewood Golf Club. Cost: $125/player – 4-person scramble. Details: Tim at (901) 515-8598.
SENATOBIA – St. Gregory, Six Parish Event, Sunday, Sept. 27 with Mass at 3 p.m. followed by music, games and dinner. All are welcome. Details: church office (662) 342-1073.
St. Gregory, Blessing of the Pets, Saturday, Oct. 3 at 10 a.m. Pets must be on leash.
SOUTHAVEN – Christ the King, Fall Fest, Saturday, Oct. 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Join us for a day of food, fun, games and fellowship. Details: church office (662) 342-1073.
Christ the King, Blood Drive, Sunday, Sept. 27 12-4 p.m. Details: church office (662) 342-1073.

DIOCESE EVENTS
ENGAGED ENCOUNTER 2026: Oct. 2-4 at Camp Garaywa in Clinton. Details: couples may register at https://jacksondiocese.flocknote.com/signup/230073 or email debbie.tubertini@jacksondiocese.org.
HOPE YOUTH FEST 2026 – Our Lady of Hope, Osyka (Chatawa) Oct. 10 for 9th and 12th graders. Registration is open. Contact your parish youth leader to sign up.
SEARCH RETREAT 2027 – Camp Wesley Pines, Gallman Jan. 15-17, for 10th and 12th graders. Registration opens Fall 2026. Contact your parish youth leader to sign up.