Join Bishop Medley for a Mass for Life on Wednesday, January 22nd at 12:05pm at St. Stephen Cathedral. Let us pray for an end to abortion and for all life, from conception to natural death, to be protected and respected.
OWENSBORO AREA YOUNG ADULT VOLLEYBALL
We had such a huge success with our young adult pick-up Softball League that we decided to give it a try with Volleyball this Winter/Spring.
This event will be Jan 23rd, 30th, Feb 13th, 20th, 27th, Mar 12th, 19th and 26th from 7:30pm - 9:30pm at Immaculate Parish Gym (2540 Christie Place)
All you will need to bring is clothes you don't mind getting sweaty in.
MARCH FOR LIFE TRIP
The Diocese of Owensboro is in the planning stages of offering an adult and family oriented trip to the 47th annual March for Life in Washington DC on January 24, 2020 to be the voices for the voiceless unborn and advocate for the sanctity of human life. You are invited to be part of this trip. We depart from Owensboro on January 22, 2020 at 8:00pm, spend two days in Washington DC at the Hotel where the convention is to be held. While there we plan to go to the vigil Mass for Life at the National Basilica the night before the March, attend the March on January 24, 2020 and depart for home on January 25, 2020. The estimate for the price per person is $325.
A $50 deposit to register is required for the trip on or before October 25, 2019. For more information, please contact Deacon Richard Murphy at (270) 683-1545
MARRIAGE HELP
Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi) has helped thousands of couples who are disillusioned or even experiencing misery in their marriage. This program can help you too. For confidential information about or to register for the January program beginning with a weekend on January 31, 2020. Please call the Family Life office at (270) 683-1545 or visit www.retrouvaille.org
MARRIED COUPLES RETREAT
"Growing in Love with One Another; Growing in Love with God" is a retreat for married couples that will take place from January 31st - February 2nd 2020. Long-time marriage educators Bridget Brennan and Jerry Shen will bring their gifts in teaching everyday practical skills to equip couples to grow in love and joy with each other and God.
Registration for 2020-2021 for 3,4 and 5 year old children begins February 3rd, 2020 for current Cathedral Preschool families and St. Stephen Cathedral members. Registration open to the public February 10th, 2020. Also offering After-School Care for enrolled students! For class choices and prices check the website at www.cathedralpreschool.com or call (270) 926-1652
LAZARUS RETREAT AT GASPER RIVER
February 14-16, 2020
As we journey through the story of the raising of Lazarus, we truly see what it means to be dead in this world and called to life in Jesus. This retreat is an intentional invitation to life in Christ. For High School Youth (9th - 12th grades) throughout the diocese. There is room for 25 girls and 25 boys on the retreat. Parishes are limited to sending 5 youth. The retreat will cost $50 per person, which is due at the time of registration (covers the cost of food and lodging for the retreat).
Sign ups will begin after NCYC and will be on a first come, first serve basis. Deadline 1/27/20
CATHOLIC MEN'S CONFERENCE OF WESTERN KY
The Catholic Men's Conference of Western Kentucky is hosting their 9th annual conference on Saturday, February 15th, 2020 at the RiverPark Center. Men from all around the diocese are encouraged to attend. Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for students. Guest speakers this year are Patrick Madrid, Bruce Sullivan and Brian Greenfield. Mass with Bishop Medley will follow the conference at St. Stephen Cathedral at 5:00pm.
Read the speakers' biographies, find more information and purchase online tickets by visiting kycatholic.com
10TH EPISCOPAL ORDINATION ANNIVERSARY
Monday, February 17th at 6:00pm at St. Stephen Cathedral. Come celebrate Bishop Medley's 10th Anniversary!
MARDI GRAS PARTY
Monday, February 24th at 6:00pm in the Parish Hall
YOUTH 2000
Attention all young people ages 13-30! You are invited to a YOUTH 2000 Retreat on March 6th-8th at Brescia University. You will have the opportunity to gather with other young people your age for prayer, Adoration, singing and learning about our Catholic faith. This retreat is being sponsored by the Diocesan Marian Shrine Committee and the Diocesan Offices of Youth and Young Adult Ministry. Youth should register through a Parish, School or other Group. For more information and registration forms, go to https://owensborodiocese.org/youth-2000/
The deadline for registration is February 21st. Space permitting, registrations will be accepted at the door. Contact Robin Tomes at robin.tomes@pastoral.org with any questions.
7th ANNUAL STEAK DINNER/ JOHN DEERE GATOR REVERSE RAFFLE
Saturday, March 7th. at Sts. Joseph & Paul Parish Hall, 609 East 4th St.
Doors open at 6:00pm Dinner at 6:30pm Raffle at 7:00pm
$70 Ticket price includes: Steak dinner, beverages and chance to win $5000 or John Deere Gator and several other fantastic prized.
** Only 250 tickets will be sold
** Must be 18 years of age to attend
** Attendance not required to win
For tickets, please contact Danny Triplett (270) 993-2866, Jeanette Ebelhar (270) 684-0932, Rita Jacobs (270) 302-2142, Bruce Tucker (270) 929-5071, Stefanie Oller (270) 302-4926, Denise Pace (270) 316-8941 or stop by the Parish Office (8:00am - 2:00pm)