SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT
CHATAWA St. Mary of the Pines Retreat Center, Married Couple’s Retreat, Feb. 5-7. The theme is, “Finding God in All things – Encountering the Living God in Marriage.” Robin and Easton Hebert, spiritual directors and retreat leaders from Lafayette, La, will lead the retreat. Details: Sister Helen Roper, 601-341-9447 (cell),  hroper@ssndcp.org.
CLEVELAND Our Lady of Victories, small group meetings to discuss Pope Francis’ “Jubilee Year of Mercy,” beginning the week of Jan. 25, at  parishioners’ homes.
GREENVILLE St. Joseph Parish, seven-session, “Discovering Christ,” on Tuesdays until March 8, from 6 – 8 p.m. in the parish hall. Dinner, transportation and child care will be available.
GREENWOOD Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, presentation by Father Daniel Cambra, MIC, from the National Shrine of Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, Ma., Friday, March 4, at 6 p.m. followed by a blessing with a first class relic of St. Faustina.
JACKSON St. Peter Cathedral, Rosary  for Life, every third Saturday of the month at 9 am. in the Mary Garden of the Cathedral parking lot.
NATCHEZ St. Mary Basilica and Assumption parishes mission, “Call to spiritual renewal and encounter with God,” Jan. 25-28. A light dinner will be served from 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. at St. Mary, followed by the main presentation. The Wednesday evening program will include reconciliation with a number of visiting priests.
– Theology course, “Deepening of Faith Commitment,” begins on Thursday, Feb. 18-March 24, in the O’Connor Family Life Center beginning with a light supper at 6 p.m.
YAZOO CITY St. Mary Parish, eight-week “Church History Course,” beginning in March. Details: Diane Melton.

PARISH, SCHOOL & FAMILY EVENTS
CLEVELAND Our Lady of Victories Parish college students who would like information or to be notified by text about our the parish’s Bible groups and other activities, call or text your name and number to Natalie Hardesty, 228-861-7253.
CLINTON Holy Savior Parish mission, Feb. 16-19.
GLUCKSTADT St. Joseph Parish, bingo fund-raiser, Friday, Jan. 29, from 6 – 8 p.m. in the parish hall. All youth who plan to attend the summer trip need to participate.
GREENVILLE St. Joseph School’s annual fund-raiser, Spring Fling, “Irish Emerald Isle,” Saturday, Jan 30,  6 p.m. – midnight at the Washington County Convention Center. Tickets are $100 for two people, as well the opportunity to win up to $5,000. Details: 662-378-9711.
GRENADA St. Peter Parish, blood drive, Sunday, Jan. 31, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
HERNANDO Holy Spirit Parish Theatre Company meeting, Sunday, Jan. 25, after the 10:30 a.m. Mass.  Details: Ken Hoover, 662-420-0110. The group is planning a new production for May 7. The cast will include nine women and seven men, ranging in ages from teens to senior citizens.
JACKSON St. Dominic Hospital, free yoga classes on Thursdays at 3 p.m. in the Center Complex, Toulouse Building. Details: 601-200-6698.
JACKSON 30th annual Knights of Peter Claver-LA , Mardi Grass Ball, Saturday, Feb. 6, at the Regency Hotel (near the coliseum). Tickets are $30. Details: Christ the King Parish, Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary Court #199.
JACKSON St. Richard School, “Krewe de Cardinal” ball, Friday, Feb. 5. Tickets are $100 per couple. Details: 601-366-1157, www.strichardschool.org.
JACKSON St. Richard Parish, Boy Scout Troop 30 33rd. annual Super Bawl Sunday pulled pork dinner with trimmings, Sunday, Feb. 7, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in Foley Hall. Plates are $8 each.
MADISON St. Joseph School’s annual “Jeans, Jazz and Bruins Blues” Draw Down, Saturday, Jan. 30, from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. The Grand Prize is $10,000. Tickets are $130 and admits two. Details: Office of Advancement, 601-898-4800, badkins@stjoebruins.com.
MADISON Mississippi Talent Education presentation of “The celebration of light event,” Saturday, Feb. 13, at 7 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Family Life Center. Tickets are $12 each with eligibility for cash door prizes. Details: 601-832-6901, www.celebrationoflightevent.com.
MERIDIAN St. Patrick Parish, farewell reception for Father Francis Cosgrove, Sunday, Jan. 31, after the 11 a.m. Mass in the parish center. The meat and drinks will be provided, bring a side dish according to your last name: A-L, dessert; M-Z, side dish or salad.
NATCHEZ St. Mary Basilica, Young at Heart senior social, Saturday, Feb. 20, for parishioners and friends aged 65+. Volunteers and donations of door prizes and bingo prizes needed. Details: Call 601-898-4803 to purchase a ticket or be a sponsor.
TUPELO St. James Parish, Happy Hearts Mardi Gras party, Friday, Jan. 29, at 12 noon in Shelton Hall. All are invited. RSVP to the church so the proper amount of food can be prepared.

WORLD MARRIAGE DAY 2016
JACKSON – World Marriage Day 2016, Sunday, Feb. 7, at 3 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle. There will be a Mass followed by a reception. The Mass honors all married couples, but especially recognizes those celebrating their 25th, 50th or 60th anniversaries or any significant anniversary. Details: Jennifer Eidt, 601-960-8487, jennifer.eidt@jacksondiocese.org.

CATHOLIC DAY AT THE CAPITOL
JACKSON – Save the date for Catholic Charities’ Catholic Day at the Capitol set for Thursday, Feb. 11, in Jackson. Activities this year will include in-depth discussions on effective advocacy and how the state can better serve children, families and those with mental health issues. Look for a full preview on pages 7-10 of this issue of Mississippi Catholic.

SAVE THE DATE
JACKSON – The Office of Black Catholic Ministry announces a combined Martin Luther King Jr., and Black History Month celebration Saturday, Feb. 20, at 2 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle. Bishop Ferdinand Cheri, auxiliary bishop of New Orleans, dubbed the ‘dancing bishop’ for his joyful singing and dancing during his episcopal ordination in 2015, will be the guest speaker.
Bishop Cheri was raised in New Orleans. He taught at St. Augustine High School and served as assistant campus minister at Xavier University.

PEARL – St. Jude Parish hosted a Mass and brunch to raise money for the Catholic Extension Seminarian Education Endowment Saturday, Dec. 12.
The Knights of Columbus from Flowood St. Paul provided the food, serving a barbecue-and-biscuit-based ‘southern’ eggs benedict.
More than two dozen people attended. If the Office of Vocations can top out donations at $75,000 by the end of the year, Catholic Extension will add another $25,000 to the endowment.
Contact Father Matthew Simmons, Vocations Director at matthew.simmons@jacksondiocese.org or Aad DeLange, CFO for the diocese, to donate. Donations must be received by Dec. 31.

SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT
GREENVILLE St. Joseph Parish, seven-session, “Discovering Christ,” beginning Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2016, with dinner. Transportation and child care will be available.
HERNANDO Holy Spirit Parish, Father Bruce Neili talks on the topic of mercy, Jan. 10-12, 2016. Dinner and child care will be provided.
JACKSON St. Richard Parish, mission, Jan. 18-20, 2016. Led by Father Jack Conley from Chicago.
– Annual ladies’ retreat, Jan. 22-24, 2016, at St. Mary of the Pines in Chatawa. Led by Bishop Joseph Kopacz.
NATCHEZ St. Mary Basilica and Assumption Parish, parish mission, “Call to spiritual renewal and encounter with God,” Jan. 25-28, 2016.
– Theology course, “Deepening of Faith Commitment,” begins on Thursday, Feb. 18-March 24, 2016, in the O’Connor Family Life Center beginning with a light supper at 6 p.m.
GREENWOOD Locus Benedictus Retreat Center, presentation by Father Daniel Cambra, MIC, from the National Shrine of Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, Ma., Friday, March 4, 2016, at 6 p.m. followed by a blessing with a first class relic of St. Faustina.

PARISH, SCHOOL & FAMILY EVENTS
GRENADA St. Peter Parish, blood drive, Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
GREENVILLE St. Joseph Parish was added to the stops for the boat American Queen. Parishioners can serve as hostess/docent. Details: Mary Lynn Powers, 662-335-2747, mlpowers43@gmail.com.
JACKSON St. Richard School, “Krewe de Cardinal” ball, Friday, Feb. 5, 2016. Tickets are $80 per couple.
MADISON St. Joseph School, “Jeans, Jazz and Bruin Blues” Draw Down, Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016. Great food, fun, entertainment and the chance to win $10,000. Only 550 tickets are sold.
PEARL St. Jude Parish, New Year’s Eve party, Thursday, Dec. 31, from 8 p.m. – 1 p.m. Wear your tackiest New Year’s outfit. Bring your favorite finger food, appetizer or hors d’oeuvres.
SHAW St. Francis of Assisi Parish, feast of the Holy Family, blessing of families and renewal of marriage vows during the 9 a.m. Mass, Sunday, Dec. 27.

IN MEMORIAM
ALGIERS, La. – A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Thursday, Dec. 17, for Brother Anselm Hollingsworth, OSB. He died Dec. 11 at Our Lady of Wisdom Healthcare Center in Algiers.
He grew up in Jackson in a Baptist household, but as a youth he became an Episcopalian and was received into the full communion of the Roman Catholic Church at the age of 24.
His father, the late William R. Hollingsworth, Jr., was a noted painter, watercolorist and illustrator. Brother Anselm inherited his father’s talent as a cartoonist. His major talent was as a self-taught pianist with a gift for jazz improvisation. As a young man, he headed his own dance band.
He was well known to visitors during his many years as the Abbey’s principal porter.
Brother Anselm entered St. Joseph Abbey and made profession as a monk on Aug. 29, 1960. He served at the Abbey and Seminary College in St. Benedict, La. For almost 40 years he was the local climatological observer, regularly reporting to the National Weather Service as well as to local news outlets. He served as secretary to two abbots.

COURT INTERPRETER SEMINAR
JACKSON – The Mississippi Court Interpreter Credentialing Program will offer the Ethics and Skill Building Seminar on Jan. 20-21, 2016, for court interpreters in the first floor meeting room at the Mississippi Supreme Court (Carroll Gartin Justice Building), 450 High Street in Jackson.
Cost is $100 and includes lunch for both days. Registration deadline is Jan. 8, 2016. The registration form and seminar agenda is available on the Mississippi Supreme Court website on the AOC/Court Interpreters/Resources for Interpreters under the Training Information section located at https://courts.ms.gov/aoc/courtinterpreter/resources.html. Details: Ta’Shia S. Gordon, 601-576-4632.

MEDICAL INTERPRETERS TRAINING
JACKSON – The Office of Health Disparity Elimination (OHDE) will offer a Medical Interpreters Training (MIT) on Jan. 20-22 and Jan. 27-29. The registration is  open until Jan. 1, 2016. Details: Shirley Pandolfi, 601-206-1553.

WORLD MARRIAGE DAY 2016
JACKSON – World Marriage Day 2016, Sunday, Feb. 7, at 3 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle. There will be a Mass followed by a reception. The Mass honors all married couples, but especially recognizes those celebrating their 25th, 50th or 60th anniversaries or any significant anniversary. Submit your name, address and wedding date to your pastor or parish secretary by Dec. 30. Details: Jennifer Eidt, 601-960-8487, jennifer.eidt@jacksondiocese.org.

CATHOLIC DAY AT THE CAPITOL
JACKSON – Save the date for Catholic Charities’ Catholic Day at the Capitol, set for Thursday, Feb. 11, in Jackson. Activities this year will include in-depth discussions on effective advocacy and how the state can better serve children, families and those with mental health issues. Look for a full preview in the Jan. 8 issue of Mississippi Catholic.

DIOCESAN HISPANIC GATHERING
JACKSON – Diocesan Hispanic Gathering (Encuentro) “Called, healed, sent to live and proclaim a Year of Mercy,” Saturday, April 30, 2016, at the Convention Center in Greenwood.

SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT
HERNANDO Holy Spirit Parish, Father Bruce Neili talks on the topic of mercy, Jan. 10-12, 2016. Dinner and child care will be provided.
AMORY St. Helen Parish, book discussion group  meets Monday, Dec. 14, to discuss “Still Life” by Louise Penny.
– Faith sharing/Scripture study, Sundays at 10 a.m. lat the convent house. Led by Sister Mary Chris.
MERIDIAN St. Patrick Parish, Scripture-based Advent devotion, Wednesday, Dec. 16, from 6:15 – 7:30 p.m. in the parish center.
JACKSON St. Richard Parish, mission, Jan. 18-20, 2016. Led by Father Jack Conley from Chicago.
– Annual ladies’ retreat, Jan. 22-24, 2016, at St. Mary of the Pines in Chatawa. Led by Bishop Joseph Kopacz.

PARISH, SCHOOLS & FAMILY EVENTS
AMORY St. Helen Parish, Mission Mississippi meeting, Saturday, Dec. 19, at 8 a.m. for a pancake breakfast and wrapping of Christmas gifts for two families. Parishioners are invited.
BOONEVILLE St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Posadas and the Christmas Story, Saturday, Dec. 19, at 6 p.m. in the parish hall.
BROOKHAVEN St. Francis of Assisi Parish, faith formation Christmas party Wednesday, Dec. 16, at 5:30 p.m.
CLEVELAND Our Lady of Victories Parish, Knights of Columbus Christmas party, Wednesday, Dec. 16, at 6:30 p.m. at the Pate’s House, 563 Hillcrest Circle. Bring new children’s pajamas for the pajama drive. Parishioners can leave them at the church if they would like to participate.
– Volunteers needed for an English as a Second Language (ESL) program to teach English to parishioners.
GREENVILLE Sacred Heart Parish Christmas potluck party, Sunday, Dec. 20, at 1 p.m. Participants will play Dirty Santa. Bring a $5 – $10 gift and a gift for the children’s table.
GRENADA St. Peter Parish youth are invited to go Christmas caroling Monday, Dec. 21. Meet at the Family Life Center at 5 p.m.
JACKSON St. Therese Parish, bilingual Mass, installation of Msgr. Elvin Sunds as pastor by Bishop Joseph Kopacz, Sunday, Dec. 20, at 10:30 a.m. A reception will follow in the parish hall.
– Representation of las Posadas during the bilingual Christmas Eve Mass, Dec. 24, at 4 p.m.
JACKSON St. Richard Parish, Angel Tree Christmas party, Sunday, Dec. 20, from 2 – 3 p.m.
– New Year’s Eve party, Thursday, Dec. 31, after the 6 p.m. Mass in Foley Hall. Bring hors d’oeuvres.
MADISON St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Christmas pageant, Sunday, Dec. 20, at 6 p.m. The congregation will process around the courtyard and in front of the chapel to Northeast Christian Church singing carols around their live manger scene. Refreshments will follow in the Northeast Christian Church fellowship hall.
MADISON St. Joseph School, “Jeans, Jazz and Bruin Blues Draw Down,” Jan. 30, 2016. Food, fun, entertainment and the chance to win $10,000. Only 550 tickets are sold. Tickets are on sale now.
SOUTHAVEN Christ the King Parish, las posadas, Tuesday, Dec. 22, at 6 p.m. followed by hot chocolate and sweet bread.
TUPELO St. James Parish, Happy Hearts Christmas celebration Friday, Dec 18, in Shelton Hall after the 12:10 p.m. anointing Mass. Lunch will be served. All seniors are invited to attend.
– Monthly anniversary Mass, Wednesday, Dec 16, at the 6 p.m.

ADVENT PENANCE SERVICES
Canton Sacred Heart, Thursday, Dec. 17, at 6 p.m.
Cleveland Our Lady of Victories, Dec. 15, at 5 p.m.
Gluckstadt St. Joseph, Wednesday, Dec. 16, 5 – 8 p.m.
Greenville Sacred Heart, Tuesday, Dec. 15, at 6:30 p.m.
Hernando Holy Spirit, Monday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m.
Holly Springs St. Joseph, Tuesday, Dec. 15, at 7 p.m.
Meridian St. Patrick, Monday, Dec. 14, at 6 p.m.
Olive Branch Queen of Peace, Dec. 16, at 7 p.m.
Southaven Christ the King, Saturday, Dec. 19, at 9 a.m. followed by a breakfast in the social hall.
Shaw St. Francis, Wednesday, Dec. 16, at 6:30 p.m.
Yazoo City St. Mary, Monday, Dec. 14, at 6 p.m.

COURT INTERPRETER SEMINAR
JACKSON – The Mississippi Court Interpreter Credentialing Program will offer the Ethics and Skill Building Seminar on Jan. 20-21, 2016, for court interpreters in the first floor meeting room at the Mississippi Supreme Court (Carroll Gartin Justice Building), 450 High Street in Jackson
Cost is $100 and includes lunch for both days. Registration deadline is Jan. 8, 2016. The registration form and seminar agenda is available on the Mississippi Supreme Court website on the AOC/Court Interpreters/Resources for Interpreters under the Training Information section located at https://courts.ms.gov/aoc/courtinterpreter/resources.html. Details: Ta’Shia S. Gordon, 601-576-4632.

MEDICAL INTERPRETERS TRAINING
JACKSON – The Office of Health Disparity Elimination (OHDE) will offer a Medical Interpreters Training (MIT) on Jan. 20-22 and Jan. 27-29. The registration is  open until Jan. 1, 2016. Details: Shirley Pandolfi, 601-206-1553,

WORLD MARRIAGE DAY 2016
JACKSON – World Marriage Day 2016, Sunday, Feb. 7, at 3 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle. There will be a Mass followed by a reception. The Mass honors all married couples, but invites those celebrating their 25th, 50th or 60th anniversaries or any significant anniversary. Submit your name, address and wedding date to your pastor or parish secretary by Dec. 30. Details: Jennifer Eidt, 601-960-8487, jennifer.eidt@jacksondiocese.org.

WOMEN AND SPIRIT
“Women and Spirit” will air on Mississippi Public Broadcasting (MPB) on Monday, Dec. 21, at 8 p.m.
“A Mission of Healing and Hope” will air on MPB  on Friday, Dec. 18, at 9:30 p.m.

SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT
BAY ST. LOUIS “The Cor Seminar: God, Sex and the Meaning of Life,” Saturday, Dec. 5, from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. at Our Lady of the Gulf Church. Led by Christopher West and musicians Mike Mangione and Jason Clark. Tickets are $35. Reserve at www.olgchurch.net/west. Details: 228.467.6509, west@olgchurch.net.
JACKSON St. Peter the Apostle, Advent retreat and anointing, Saturday, Dec. 5, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Mass and lunch to follow.
JACKSON St. Richard Parish, Lectio during Advent, a way to pray scripture, Tuesdays Dec. 1, 8 and 15, from 10 – 11:30 a.m. in the Mercy Room. Mary Louise Jones and Claudia Addison will facilitate. Details: Claudia Addison, 601-594-3937, claudiaaddison@mac.com.

PARISH, SCHOOLS & FAMILY EVENTS
BATESVILLE Visit of the Mexican Consulate to St. Mary Parish, Dec. 5-6, to issue ID cards, passports, and other services.
– Youth performance of a short play for their Christmas program, Sunday, Dec. 13, during the 10:30 a.m. Mass. Next practice on Thursday, Dec. 3, at 6 p.m.
BROOKHAVEN St. Francis of Assisi Parish, women’s Christmas party, Sunday, Dec.13, at 2 p.m. in the parish center. Bring an ornament to swap and an appetizer to share.
– Wednesday, Dec. 9, meal, faith formation class and Reconciliation, beginning at 5:30 p.m,
– Wednesday, Dec. 16, Faith Formation Christmas party at 5:30 p.m.
CLARKSDALE St. Elizabeth Parish, KC’s auction of items from the KC Hall on Saturday, Dec. 5.
CLEVELAND Our Lady of Victories Parish, Christmas Program,  Sunday Dec. 6, at 5 p.m. followed by the Christmas potluck dinner.
GREENVILLE St. Joseph Parish, Healing Mass, Thursday, Dec. 10, at 11:30 a.m.
GRENADA St. Peter Parish Christmas party, Sunday, Dec. 6, at 5 p.m. in the Family Life Center. Las Posadas will be part of the celebration. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. followed by Christmas songs and a visit from Santa. The Knights of Columbus will provide turkey, dressing and gravy. Please bring a dish to share.
HERNANDO Holy Spirit Parish, daily Mass during Advent, Monday through Friday at 8 a.m.
– The religious goods store is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Saturday evenings before Mass and on Sunday mornings after Mass.
– Performers are needed for the young people’s Christmas Program, on Sunday, Dec. 13, at 6 p.m. Rehearsals will be on Sunday, Dec. 6, from 11.45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and on Saturday (dress rehearsal), Dec. 12, from 9 – 11 a.m. Details: Barbara Smith, 901-413-8102.
JACKSON St. Richard Parish, candle-light remembrance celebration, “An opportunity to gather, remember, celebrate and honor our loved ones,” Thursday, Dec. 10, at 6:30 p.m. in Foley Hall, followed by a social.  Details: RSVP immediately to Linda Lalor, 601-853-8840, or email ncmcghee@bellsouth.net.
MERIDIAN – St. Patrick Parish and Philadelphia Holy Cross Parish, basketball and dodgeball competition, Sunday, Dec. 6, at 3 p.m. Youth in fifth-12th grade from both parishes are invited to participate. Details: Father José de Jesús Sánchez, 601-693-1321.
NATCHEZ St. Mary Basilica, Advent wreath workshop, Wednesday, Dec. 2, at 6:15 p.m. in the O’Connor Family Life Center. Cost of materials is $12.
– Alcorn State University Christmas concert, Sunday, Dec. 6, at 7 p.m. Free and open to the public.
– Lessons & Carols Christmas Program, Sunday, Dec. 13, at 3 p.m.
OLIVE BRANCH Queen of Peace Parish, daily Mass during Advent, Monday through Friday at 9 a.m.
SHAW St. Francis of Assisi Parish Christmas dinner, Sunday, Dec. 6, at 6 p.m. Bring a $5-10 gift to play “Dirty Santa.” RSVP.
SOUTHAVEN Christ the King Parish, daily Mass during Advent, Monday through Friday at 9 a.m.
– Advent/Christmas concert, Sunday, Dec. 6, at 4 p.m. followed by a spaghetti dinner.
TUPELO St. James Parish, catechist Christmas party, Sunday Dec. 13, at 2:30 p.m. in Shelton Hall. Teachers, assistant teachers and their families are invited.

RECONCILIATION DATES
Batesville St. Mary, Tuesday, Dec. 1, at 6 p.m.
Brookhaven St. Francis, Wednesday, Dec. 9, at 6 p.m.
Canton Sacred Heart, Thursday, Dec. 17, at 6 p.m.
Crystal Springs, St. John, Saturday, Dec. 12, 11 a.m.
Gluckstadt St. Joseph, Wednesday, Dec. 16, 5 – 8 p.m.
Grenada St. Peter parishioners are invited to attend Batesville St. Mary service on Tuesday. Dec. 1 at 6 p.m.
Greenville Sacred Heart, Tuesday, Dec. 15, at 6:30 p.m.
Greenville St. Joseph, Monday, Dec 7, at 7 p.m.
Hazlehurst St. Martin, Saturday, Dec. 5, 11 a.m.s
McComb, St. Alphonsus, Wednesday, Dec. 2, 6 p.m.
Natchez St. Mary, Wednesday, Dec. 9, at 6:15 p.m.
Cathedral School, Dec. 10, beginning at 9:25 a.m.

STARRY NIGHT GALA
MADISON St. Anthony School’s 2015 Starry Night Gala, “Embrace the Moment,” Saturday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. on the school’s campus, 1585 Old Mannsdale Road. Guests will enjoy music and dancing with “D-Play Band,” live and silent auctions, food from the Knights of Columbus and area restaurants, and the $5,000 drawdown. Tickets are $150 per couple. Details: Theresa McMullin, 601-607-7054, www.stanthonyeagles.org.

WOMEN AND SPIRIT
“Women and Spirit” will air on Mississippi Public Broadcasting (MPB) on Sunday, Dec. 13, at 3 p.m. and on Monday, Dec. 21, at 8 p.m.
“A Mission of Healing and Hope” will air on MPB on Sunday, Dec. 13, at 4 p.m.  and on  Friday, Dec. 18, at 9:30 p.m.

WORLD MARRIAGE DAY 2016
JACKSON – World Marriage Day 2016, Sunday, Feb. 7, at 3 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle. There will be a Mass followed by a reception. The Mass honors all married couples, but invites those celebrating their 25th, 50th or 60th anniversaries or any significant anniversary.
Submit your name, address and wedding date to your pastor or parish secretary by Dec. 30. Details: Jennifer Eidt, 601-960-8487, jennifer.eidt@jacksondiocese.org.

SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT
BAY ST. LOUIS “The Cor Seminar: God, Sex and the Meaning of Life,” Saturday, Dec. 5, from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. at Our Lady of the Gulf Church. Led by Christopher West, and musicians Mike Mangione and Jason Clark. Tickets are $35 (which includes lunch). Can be reserved at www.olgchurch.net/west. Details: 228.467.6509, west@olgchurch.net.
BROOKHAVEN St. Francis Parish, Chaplet of Divine Mercy, Tuesdays at 5:10 p.m. followed by Mass.
JACKSON St. Richard Parish, Advent Lectio Divina, Tuesday, Nov. 24, from 10 – 11:30 a.m. in Mercy Room.
JACKSON St. Peter the Apostle, Advent retreat and anointing, Saturday, Dec. 5, beginning at 9:30 a.m. with registration. Mass and lunch to follow.
– Rosary for life, Saturday, Nov. 21, at 9 a.m.
PEARL St. Jude Parish, Illuminated Advent rosary, Sunday, Nov. 29, at 6 p.m. in the Rosary Garden. Parishioners of all ages are invited. Cookies and hot cocoa will be served afterwards in the Parish Hall.

PARISH, SCHOOLS & FAMILY EVENTS
BATESVILLE St. Mary parishioners are invited to participate in the  Christmas Parade this year on Dec. 8. Floats are to be in line by 6 p.m.
BOONEVILLE Community Thanksgiving Service, Sunday, Nov. 22, at 6 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church. St. Francis parishioners are invited to bring finger foods or sweets and join after the service for a potluck and fellowship.
COLUMBUS Annunciation parishioners are invited to the “Thanksgiving Praise & Prayer,” Thursday, Nov. 19, at noon, at YMCA downtown. Sponsored by The Christian Community in Prayer.
COLUMBUS Annunciation high school senior, Patti Johnson, is displaying her artwork in the Eugenia Summer Gallery of the Mississippi University for Women until Dec. 11.
GREENVILLE Sacred Heart Parish, health fair, Sunday, Nov. 22, from 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Screenings include blood sugar, blood pressure, weight and body mass.
GREENVILLE St. Joseph School’s second annual “Celebrity chef cook-off,” Sunday, Nov. 29, beginning at 5 p.m. at the gym. Frank Signa, St. Joseph 2007 graduate and owner of Signa’s Grill in Ridgeland, vs mystery chefs. Tickets are $40 each. Proceeds benefit the Capital Campaign.
– St. Monica’s prison ministry is collecting the following items for its Christmas visit to the Washington County Correctional Facility: gallon ziplock bags, clear deodorant, bars of soap, toothpaste, toothbrush, floss, Christian books, Christmas cards, art supples, etc. Drop off donations in the church office by Tuesday, Dec. 1.
– Healing Mass, Thursday, Dec. 10, at 11:30 a.m.
GRENADA St. Peter Parish, altar guild selling raffle tickets for a Fontanini Nativity (valued at more than $300). Tickets are $1 each or 12 for $10. Proceeds will be used to repair the altar and purchase linens. Details: Irene Stark, 662-417-0968, Krystal Hogan 251-362-1091.
HERNANDO Holy Spirit Parish, annual frozen casserole and baked goods sale, Saturday, Nov. 21, at 9 a.m. Details: Cil Johnson, 662-420-9875.
JACKSON Christ the King Parish feast day will be observed on Sunday, Nov. 22, at the 9 a.m. Mass followed by a potluck reception.
– Photo and video disks of the 70th anniversary celebration are available for purchase. The photo disks are $7 and the video disks are $20. Call the parish office to order, 601-948-8867.
JACKSON St. Richard Parish, bereavement support group, “Getting through the holidays when you have lost a loved one,” Thursday, Nov. 19, at 6:30 p.m. Linda Lalor, will facilitate. Details: Suzie Cranston 601-982-5464, or email ncmcghee@bellsouth.net.
– Casserole sale to benefit ALIVE after all Masses Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 21-22.
JACKSON St. Therese Parish, farewell reception for Father Jeremy Tobin, associate pastor, after all Masses Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 28-29, in the parish hall.
MADISON St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Advent Fair, Sunday, Nov. 22, from 11:30 a.m. 1 p.m. Volunteers needed. Details: Mary Catherine George, 601-856-5556, mc.george@stfrancismadison.org.
NATCHEZ St. Mary Basilica, blood drive, Tuesday, Nov. 17, from noon to 5:45 p.m. Online sign-up at www.bloodhero.com.
– Healing Hands is collecting baby blankets for distribution in a hospital in Haiti run by Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady. Place donations in the box in the O’Connor Family Life Center by Dec. 1.
YAZOO CITY St. Mary Parish Prayer Shawl Ministry will make scarves for the homeless in Yazoo City for Christmas. Parishioners can participate by donating scarves or giving money for supplies. Scarves are due by Dec. 3. Details: parish office, 662-746-1680.

SQUAT & GOBBLE
JACKSON Catholic Charities annual Squat & Gobble, Thursday, Nov. 19, at Old Capitol Inn (new location). Benefits Catholic Charities Domestic Violence Office. Details: Tommy, 601-955-1677.

STARRY NIGHT GALA
MADISON St. Anthony School’s 2015 Starry Night Gala, “Embrace the Moment,” Saturday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. on the school’s campus, 1585 Old Mannsdale Road. Guests will enjoy music and dancing with “D-Play Band,” live and silent auctions, food from the Knights of Columbus and area restaurants, and the $5,000 drawdown. Tickets are $150 per couple. Details: Theresa McMullin, 601-607-7054, www.stanthonyeagles.org.

RECONCILIATION DATES – DEANERY 2
McComb, St. Alphonsus, Wednesday, Dec. 2, 6 p.m.
Hazlehurst, St. Martin, Saturday, Dec. 5, 11 a.m.
Brookhaven St. Francis, Wednesday, Dec. 9, 6 p.m.
Natchez St. Mary, Wednesday, Dec. 9, 6:15 p.m.
Crystal Springs, St. John, Saturday, Dec. 12, 11 a.m.

SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT
GREENWOOD – Diocese of Jackson Black Catholic Day of Reflection, Nov. 6-7, at St. Francis of Assisi Parish. Sessions with Dr. Timone Davis, retreat minister, youth sessions, prayer, Liturgy, vendors. Cost is $15 for pre-registration and $20 at the door.
NATCHEZ St. Mary Basilica, eight-week study of church Creed, Thursdays from 6:30 – 7:45 p.m. Babysitting is available. A light supper will be served at 6 p.m. at the O’Connor Family Life Center.
YAZOO CITY St. Mary Parish, eight-week course on “The Creed,” Tuesdays, from 2 – 4 p.m. in the parish office. Cost is $20 plus a book fee. Led by Sister  Michele Doyle.

PARISH, SCHOOLS & FAMILY EVENTS
BATESVILLE St. Mary Parish, Friday, family movie night, Oct. 23, at 6 p.m.
BROOKHAVEN St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Trunk or Treat, chili, hayrides, Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 5:45 p.m. Decorate your trunk, bring candy and treats to pass out to the children.
CLEVELAND Halloween carnival, Sunday, Oct. 25, at 6 p.m. in the parish center. The CYO is asking parishioners to donate one bag of candy for this year’s Trunk or Treat, during the carnival. Drop donations at the church office before Oct. 23.
COLUMBUS Annunciation Parish and other downtown churches are participating in the Fall Festival trunk or treat, Sunday, Oct. 25, from 4 – 6:30 p.m. For admission bring dog/cat food, flea shampoo or bath towels. For trunk or treat details: Gina Phillips, 662-328-2927, ext. 12.
– Annunciation Parish picnic, Sunday, Nov. 1, after the 10:30 a.m. Mass (only one Mass this day) in the school gym. Bring a side dish.
– Annunciation School art auction, Friday, Oct. 30, at 7 p.m. at the Trotter Convention Center. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door.
FLOWOOD St. Paul Early Learning Center was voted Best Day Care in the state of Mississippi. The center received thousands of votes in a ballot included in the  Clarion Ledger and online.
GREENWOOD Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, CYO spaghetti supper and carnival, Monday, Oct. 26th, from 5 – 8 p.m. in the parish center and on the greens by the church. The spaghetti supper will be from 5 – 7 p.m., tickets are $10, and the carnival for the kids from 6 – 8 p.m.
GRENADA St. Peter Parish, fund-raiser festival for the youth, “Peter’s Pumpkin Party,” Thursday, Oct. 29, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Family Life Center with a chili cook-off. Families are asked to donate a bag of candy.
JACKSON St. Richard Parish, annual Monsignor Glynn brunch, Sunday, Nov. 1, after the 10:30 a.m. Mass.
JACKSON St. Richard School, Cardinal Fest, carnival-style games and chili cook-off, Sunday, Oct. 25, at 11 a.m. on the football field. Entry fee is $75 per team for cookoff. Details: Susan Steckler, 601-942-2764, smsteckler@gmail.com.
JACKSON St. Therese Parish, All Saints party for children’s religious education class, Sunday, Nov. 1, during the 10:30 a.m. Mass. Children are asked to dress as a saint, angel or blessed. Details: Betsy Carraway, 601-278-2252, bestsycarraway@att.net.
JACKSON Sister Thea Bowman tuition assistance banquet, “An evening with James Meredith,” Friday, Nov. 13, at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $100 each.
JACKSON Christ the King Parish, anointing of the sick, Sunday, Oct. 25, at the end of the 9 a.m. Mass.
MADISON St. Francis of Assisi Parish, “Trunk for Treat,” Saturday, Oct. 24, after the 5:30 p.m. Mass. Costume contest, pet costume contest, pumpkin carving contest, decorate cars for trick or treating and a Halloween movie. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.
MADISON St. Anthony School open house, (preK-4 – sixth grade) Sunday, Oct. 18, from 2 – 4 p.m. Details: 601-607-7054, www.stanthonyeagles.org.
MADISON St. Joseph School open house, Sunday, Nov. 1, at 2 p.m. beginning with a program in the Fine Arts Auditorium.
MOUND BAYOU – St. Gabriel Mercy Center, Harvest Festival, Saturday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Raffle tickets are on sale now, $1 each or $10 per book.
NATCHEZ St. Mary Basilica Healing Hands is collecting baby blankets for distribution in a hospital in Haiti run by Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady. Place donations in the box in the O’Connor Family Life Center by Dec. 1.
– St. Mary Basilica was the recipient of The Natchez Democrat 2015 Reader’s Choice Award – Best Place of Worship. Readers of the Mississippi-Lousiana area voted in a survey for their favorite places of worship in a number of categories.
PEARL St. Jude Parish, Young Apostles “Trunk or Treat,” Saturday, Oct. 24, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Volunteers needed to decorate their trunk or tailgates and provide them as stopping points for candy distribution. Council 8038 of the Knights of Columbus will provide a trophy for “Best Decorated” Trunk. Details: Mara, 601-421-3849, or Betsy, 601-214-7378.
SHAW St. Francis of Assisi Parish annual spaghetti supper, Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 4:30 – 7 p.m. Dine-in or take out is available. Plates are $10.
TUPELO St. James Parish, “Christian persecutions,” Sunday, Oct. 25, from 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Dr. Salwa Gendi will share her personal story and the plight of Christians in Egypt and Syria, including her family and friends. Afterwards, the Guadalupan dancers will lead participants to the grotto to pray the rosary.
– St. James Parish, Festival of Saints, Sunday, Nov. 1, from 5 – 8 p.m. Trunk or Treat for the children at 5 p.m. The festival will also include Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), a Mexican celebration.
VICKSBURG “Spooky Sprint,” a 5K run/walk and 1 mile fun run with a Halloween carnival, Saturday, Oct. 31, beginning at 8 a.m. to benefit Vicksburg Catholic School. Organizers are also selling raffle tickets to give away a 2015 Jeep Wrangler Sport the day of the event. Details: visit https://spookysprint5k.webconnex.com/registration
YAZOO CITY St. Mary Parish, along with other area churches, will participate in the “Antique Days in Yazoo City” celebration on Saturday, Oct. 24, on Main Street.
– The living rosary, potluck lunch, Sunday, Oct. 25,  after the 10:30 Mass in the parish hall, followed by the recitation of the rosary.
– Fall crafts/flea market/garage sale, Saturday, Oct. 31, from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. 10’ x 10’ spaces under the gym on Monroe Street are still available for anyone who wants to sell. A small donation is requested. Hamburger plates will be available for $5. Details: Diane Melton, 662-746-1680.

‘PURPLE DRESS RUN’
JACKSON – Catholic Charities “Purple Dress Run,” 5K Run Walk, Thursday, Oct. 22, beginning and ending at The Iron Horse Grill. Benefits Domestic Violence Services Center. Details: Michael Thomas, 601-326-3714.

FALL GALA
JACKSON – The Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle, Fall Gala, Saturday, Nov. 7, at 6:30 p.m. at the Old Capitol Inn. Tickets are $60 per person and $100 per couple and includes food, cocktails, 50/50 split pot raflle, silent auction and live entertainment. Proceeds benefit the renovation of the cathedral. Details: 601-969-3125.

SQUAT & GOBBLE
JACKSON Catholic Charities annual Squat & Gobble, Thursday, Nov. 13, at Old Capitol Inn (new location). Benefits Catholic Charities Domestic Violence Office. Details: Tommy, 601-955-1677.

SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT
JACKSON St. Richard Parish, Fatima rosary, in celebration of the 98th anniversary of the Miracle of the Sun at Fatima, Saturday, Oct. 10, at noon. The special intention for this year’s prayer will be for the healing and conversion of America. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets! Details: John Dorsa, 601-790-2600 or 601-790-9425.
JACKSON St. Peter Parish, men’s retreat, “Gifted and called: To be agents for the Kingdom here & now,” Saturday, Oct. 17, from 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Cathedral Center. Details: Charlie Sims, 601-624-9966.
MADISON St. Francis of Assisi Parish, two spirituality trainings, “Rights and obligations of permanent deacons,” Tuesday, Oct. 13 and Thursday, Oct. 22.
“The Francis miracle,” Thursday, Oct. 15, and Tuesday, Oct. 20. Both presentations are at 6:30 p.m. in St. Clare Hall.
NATCHEZ St. Mary Basilica, eight-week study of church Creed, Thursdays from 6:30 – 7:45 p.m. Babysitting is available. A light supper will be served at 6 p.m. at the O’Connor Family Life Center.
TUPELO St. James Parish book club, meets the second Wednesday of each month (Oct. 14), at noon in the library. The selection for this month is “Dear and Glorious Physician” by Taylor Caldwell.

PARISH, SCHOOLS & FAMILY EVENTS
BATESVILLE St. Mary Parish, blessing of pets, Saturday, Oct. 10, at 10 a.m.
– Friday, Oct. 9, noon Mass and the Stations of the Cross with lunch and talk with Sister Marta Gladys.
BOONEVILLE St. Francis of Assisi Parish, beginning Sunday, Oct. 4, Mass will be celebrated at 8:30 a.m. and on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. Sunday school will begin at 9:45 a.m.
CLEVELAND Our Lady of Victories, annual Parish feast day celebration, Wednesday, Oct. 7. Praying of the rosary and a meal at 6 p.m.
– Visit and Mass in Spanish with Bishop John Manz from the Archdiocese of Chicago, Thursday, Oct. 15, at 6 p.m. Potluck reception immediately following in the parish center.
COLUMBUS Annunciation School, art auction, Friday, Oct. 30, at 7 p.m. in the Trotter Convention Center. Advance tickets are $25, at the door, $30.
GRENADA St. Peter Parish, fund-raiser festival for the youth, “Peter’s Pumpkin Party,” Thursday, Oct. 29, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Family Life Center with a chili cook-off. Families are asked to donate a bag of candy.
GREENVILLE St. Vincent de Paul open house, Sunday, Oct. 11, at 2 p.m.
INDIANOLA Immaculate Conception Parish, annual spaghetti dinner, Monday, Oct. 12, from 5 – 7 p.m. Dinners are $10 each, eat-in or take-out.
JACKSON Christ the King Parish, 70th anniversary prayer service, (Liturgy of the Hours) Friday, Oct. 16, at 6 p.m. followed by the rosary.
– 70th anniversary Mass, Sunday, Oct. 18, at 3 p.m. followed by a reception.
JACKSON St. Richard Parish, bereavement support group meeting, Thursday, Oct. 15, at 6:30 p.m. “No One Understands What I Am Going Through” led by parishioner, Dot-T Dehmer. Details: Suzie Cranston 601-982-5464, ncmcghee@bellsouth.net.
JACKSON St. Peter Parish, jambalaya dinner, Saturday, Oct. 10, after the 5:15 p.m. Mass. Free. Donations will be accepted for Council 848 of the Knights of Columbus, sponsor of the event.
– Baptismal preparation class, Oct. 13, at 6 p.m.
MADISON St. Anthony School’s Starry Night Gala, “Embrace the Moment,” Saturday, Dec. 5.
MADISON St. Francis of Assisi Parish mission, “Joy of the Gospels,” Oct. 3-7. Presented by Fathers Patrick Keyes and Mike McAndrew after the morning Masses and at 6 p.m. during the evening service.
MERIDIAN St. Patrick Parish, Hispanic community’s rummage sale, Saturday, Oct. 10, from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Tables are available for $10 to sell goods. Donations are welcome (no clothes). Bring them to Kehrer Hall Friday, Oct. 9, at 5 p.m.
MOUND BAYOU – St. Gabriel Mercy Center, Harvest Festival, Saturday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Raffle tickets are on sale now, $1 each or $10 per book.
NATCHEZ St. Mary Basilica Healing Hands is collecting baby blankets for distribution in a hospital in Haiti run by Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady. Place donations in the box in the O’Connor Family Life Center by Dec. 1.
PEARL St. Jude Parish, Young Apostles “Trunk or Treat,” Saturday, Oct. 24, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Volunteers needed to decorate their trunk or tailgates and provide them as stopping points for candy distribution. Council 8038 of the Knights of Columbus will provide a trophy for “Best Decorated” Trunk. Details: Mara, 601-421-3849, or Betsy, 601-214-7378.
ROSEDALE Sacred Heart Parish, chili supper,  Thursday, Oct. 8, from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Plates are $8. Details: Jim Tomek, 662-846-7136, tomekj@bellsouth.net.
SALTILLO St. Thomas Chapel, Mass and blessing of the graves during the Month of Remembrance on Sunday, Nov. 8, at 5 p.m.
TUPELO St. James Parish, “Christian persecutions,” Sunday, Oct. 25, from 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Dr. Salwa Gendi will share her personal story and the plight of Christians in Egypt and Syria, including her family and friends. The Guadalupan dancers will lead participants to the grotto to pray the rosary.
– Festival of Saints, Sunday, Nov. 1, from 5 – 8 p.m. Trunk or treat for the children at 5 p.m.
YAZOO CITY St. Mary Parish, anointing of the sick,   Thursday, Oct. 15, during the noon Mass in the parish hall followed by a potluck lunch. Sign up sheets are in the back of the church.

UPCOMING CURSILLOS
The men’s Cursillo weekend is set for Oct. 8-11, at the Duncan Gray Campground in Canton. Cost is $200. The ladies’ weekend is Oct. 15-18 at the Duncan Gray Conference Center. Cost is $300. Details: Sue Anne Booth, 601-960-8474, sueanne.booth@jacksondiocese.org.

SQUAT & GOBBLE
JACKSON Catholic Charities annual Squat & Gobble, Thursday, Nov. 13, at Old Capitol Inn (new location). Benefits Catholic Charities Domestic Violence Office. Details: Tommy, 601-955-1677.

‘MANY SAINTS, ONE CHURCH’
GREENWOOD – Diocese of Jackson Black Catholic Day of Reflection, Nov. 6-7, at St. Francis of Assisi Parish. Sessions with Dr. Timone Davis, retreat minister, youth sessions, prayer, Liturgy, vendors. Cost is $15 for pre-registration and $20 at the door.

‘PURPLE DRESS RUN’
JACKSON – Catholic Charities “Purple Dress Run,” 5K Run Walk, Thursday, Oct. 22, beginning and ending at The Iron Horse Grill. Benefits Domestic Violence Services Center. Details: Michael Thomas, 601-326-3714.

FALL GALA
JACKSON – The Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle, Fall Gala, Saturday, Nov. 7, at 6:30 p.m. at the Old Capitol Inn. Tickets are $60 per person and $100 per couple and includes food, cocktails, 50/50 split pot raflle, silent auction and live entertainment. Proceeds benefit the renovation of the cathedral. Details: 601-969-3125.

SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT

• BOONEVILLE St. Francis Parish, Father Robert Baron’s six-part series, “The Mystery of God: Who God Is and Why He Matters,” Fridays at 3 p.m. in the parish hall.
• BROOKHAVEN Young Adult Group, study on  “Amazed and afraid,” followed by supper and fellowship, Sunday, Sept. 27, at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Kathy and Bill Phillips, 726 Zetus Rd.
• CLEVELAND Our Lady of Victories Parish, ladies Bible study, “At prayer with Mary, Tuesdays at 6 p.m. in the parish center. Details: Jamey Gainspoletti, 662-719-6802 or Cathy Shivers, 588-0216.
• CORINTH – Group reading guide, “On Care for Our Common Home: ‘Laudato Si’” by Pope Francis. Led by Bill Huebsch on Sundays from 10:45 – noon and  Wednedays at 2:30 p.m.
• JACKSON St. Richard Parish, Scripture study for parents with young children, Sundays from 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. and Wednesdays from 6 – 6:45 p.m. in Chatham Room.
• MADISON St. Francis of Assisi Parish, presentation on St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body, Saturday, Sept. 26, at 9 a.m. Led by Father Ben Bradshaw.
  – Parish mission, Oct. 3-7. “The Joy of the Gospel,” presented by Father Patrick Keys.
  – “Rights and obligations of permanent deacons,” Tuesday, Oct. 13, and Thursday, Oct. 22.
  – Spirituality training, “The Francis Miracle,” Thursday, Oct. 15, and Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 6:30 p.m. in St. Clare Hall. Both of these trainings are for all eucharistic ministers, lectors and ministers.
• TUPELO St. James Parish, Catholic Book Club,  review of “Dear and Glorious Physician” by Taylor Caldwell, Wednesday, Oct. 14, at noon in the library. All are welcome.

PARISH, SCHOOLS & FAMILY EVENTS

• BOONEVILLE St. Francis Parish, yard sale, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 2-3.
• GREENWOOD St. Francis School Fall Festival, Saturday, Oct. 3, from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Activities and food for the kids and adults.
  – School, draw down, Saturday, Oct. 3, from noon – 3 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person. Grand prize is $6,500. Four $75 and two $100 prizes will also be awarded. Details: www. sfgw.org.
• JACKSON St. Richard Parish, Blue Mass, Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 8:15 a.m. Policemen, fire and EMS officers and staff in the Jackson Metro area are invited. “Blue Mass” celebrated to ask God’s protection upon all  public servants who work so hard to protect and serve our community.
• LELAND St. James Parish, annual fall bazaar, Tuesday, Sept. 29, beginning at 5:30 p.m. with a spaghetti supper in the parish hall. Cost is $10 per plate. Booth will open at 6 p.m.
• MADISON St. Francis of Assisi Parish, “Taste of St. Francis,” Sunday, Oct. 4, after the 10:30 a.m. Mass.
• MERIDIAN St. Joseph Parish annual October Festival, Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Donations are accepted for the white elephant store. Details: Rhonda Carr, 601-227-1199.
• NATCHEZ St. Mary Basilica, dedication of 22 plaques which trace the history of Catholicism in the Natchez area, Sunday, Oct. 4, at 3 p.m. the O’Connor Family Life Center. Bishop Joseph Kopacz will preside at the ceremony.
• NATCHEZ Assumption Parish Altar Society, annual fund-raiser casserole sale: broccoli/rice/cheese, chicken tetrazzini and sweet potato. Details: 601-442-7250.
• PEARL St. Jude Parish, “Date Night” hosted by the Knights of Columbus, Saturday, Sept. 26, following the 5:30 p.m. Mass. Tickets are $35 per couple. Live music, open bar, and a catered dinner. Details: Danny Nelson, 601-549-6783.
  – Women of Faith’s crocheting group meeting Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 7 p.m. in the parish hall. Whether a veteran or a newbie to the art of yarn, we would love to have you join us. Details: Jennifer Diez, 601-750-9943, jennydiez79@gmail.com.
• SHAW St. Francis of Assisi Parish day celebration, Saturday, Oct. 3, at 10 a.m. at Grady Simpson’s home.
• SOUTHAVEN Christ the King Parish, catechist kick-off day, Saturday, Sept. 26, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Sister Corlita Bonnarens’s presentation on “Mercy on our common home,” culled from Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si. Lunch will be provided as well as child care.
  – Life Chain, a prayer for an end to abortion, Sunday, Oct. 4, from 2 – 3 p.m. Details: Barbara Dean, 662-429-7481.
• TUPELO The Mississippi Administrative Office of Courts, seminar to introduce bilingual speakers to the requirements for court interpreting, Oct. 7-8, from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the Lee County Justice Center’s Community Development Foundation Renasant Center for Ideas Training Room. Details: Ta’Shia Gordon, 601-576-4632.
• VICKSBURG “Spooky Sprint,” a 5K run/walk and 1 mile fun run with a Halloween carnival, Saturday, Oct. 31, beginning at 8 a.m. to benefit Vicksburg Catholic School. Organizers are also selling raffle tickets to give away a 2015 Jeep Wrangler Sport the day of the event. Details: visit https://spookysprint5k.webconnex.com/registration
• YAZOO CITY St. Mary Parish, mandatory meeting for all parents whose child will be celebrating First reconciliation and First Eucharist,  Sunday, Sept. 27, at 9:30 a.m. in the parish hall.
  – Fall crafts, flea market and garage sale fund-raiser for the religious education program, Saturday, Oct. 31. Vendors to reserve spaces, 10 x 10, under the gym to sell their crafts. Details: Diane Melton 662-746-1680.

UPCOMING CURSILLOS
The men’s Cursillo weekend is set for Oct. 8-11, at the Duncan Gray Campground in Canton. Cost is $200. The ladies’ weekend is Oct. 15-18 at the Duncan Gray Conference Center. Cost is $300. The fee for the ladies’ Cursillo is $100 more than the Men’s because it’s being held at the conference center instead.
Details: Sue Anne Booth, 601-960-8474, sueanne.booth@jacksondiocese.org. Applications can be found: www.jacksondiocese.org. Click on Evangelization (In Action), scroll down to “Other Opportunities – Cursillo Movement” and select men’s or ladies’ applications.

INTERNET SAFETY WORKSHOP
MADISON “Catholic Citizenship in the Digital Age” Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at St. Joseph School. For pastors, DRE/CREs, youth ministers, teachers, principals, lay ecclsial ministers, parents and catechists. Keynote speaker is Paul Sanfrancesco of Philadelphia, Pa. RSVP to Annette Stevenson, 601-960-8740, Annette.stevenson@jacksondiocese.org.

CANTON FLEA MARKET
CANTON Sacred Heart Parish, Flea Market, Thursday, Oct. 8. Shop with the 100 exhibitors at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Peace Street across from City Hall. Antiques and collectibles will be inside the parish center with free admission.