For couples planning their weddings, wanting a natural way to plan their families, or having difficulty conceiving, please visit: http://stlouisnfp.org or to schedule an appointment: http://bit.ly/NFPintro . Introductory classes are held weekly on line and at a variety of locations throughout the Archdiocese.

This week’s special collection supports the Catholic Communication Campaign. Half the funds raised in our Archdiocese stays here to support local Catholic communications efforts. The other half supports national and global efforts. Your support helps the Archdiocese Communications Office and other Catholic communications providers continue to adapt to the ever-changing landscape of communications and tell the stories of our vibrant faith. This helps form current Catholics and bring others to Christ. Learn more at www.usccb.org/ccc.

Auditions for the Fr. Scheid Players’ Production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid Come be a part of the long tradition of the Fr. Scheid Players putting on family-friendly productions! Auditions are open to all. We have room for everyone from 5 to 105! Three audition times: Tuesday, May 31, 6:00 at the Rigali Center in the Fleur de Lis room Thursday, June 2, 6:30 at St Margaret Mary Alacoque School in the Music room Sunday, June 5, 1:00 at the Rigali Center in the Fleur de Lis room. For auditions, you will have to sing a few bars and learn a few dance steps. If you want to audition for a part, you will have to read from the script. Productions dates are July 22-24 at Nerinx Hall, the Heagney Theatre in Webster Groves.

One Classroom is an organization supported by the ACA that helps children with disabilities attend archdiocesan K-8 schools. We are looking for paraprofessionals to work one on one with a student at several schools in the St. Louis area as well as learning consultants with special education training. These jobs are highly rewarding. Please contact Colleen Mooney, Director of Programming, if you are interested.

Next week’s special collection supports the Catholic Communication Campaign. Half the funds raised in our Archdiocese stay here to support local Catholic communications efforts. The other half supports national and global efforts. Your support helps the Archdiocese Communications Office and other Catholic communications providers continue to adapt to the ever-changing landscape of communications and tell the stories of our vibrant faith. This helps form current Catholics and bring others to Christ. Learn more at www.usccb.org/ccc.

Are you curious about religious life or how to discern God's will for your life? Single women ages 18-45 are invited to a casual, online “Joyful and Alive Conversation” Tuesday, June 7 at 7 p.m. with School Sisters of Notre Dame. Experience God’s blessings of being “joyful and alive!” Register by June 6 at ssnd.org/events/6-7-22.

The St. Paul, Respect Life Rummage Sale is being R-E-S-U-R-R-E-C-T-E-D after 2 long years! 100% of proceeds go to various Pro-Life organizations. The sale is one day only this year: Saturday, June 11,2022 from 7:00 AM - 2:00PM. St. Paul's Catholic Church in Fenton

Saint Louis Counseling is now hiring full-time and part-time Clinical Therapists and Client Intake Specialists! Learn how you can be part of the Saint Louis Counseling team https://saintlouiscounseling.org/employment-hr/ APPLY TODAY!

U.S. Military Veterans Spiritual Retreat at White House Retreat (7400 Christopher Drive, St. Louis, MO 63129) - June 30 to July 3 This retreat features a series of talks focusing on issues pertaining to Veterans. Each talk will be followed by small group breakout sessions for attendees to share their own experiences related to the topics presented. The retreat will help veterans focus on their military experience and how God was with them and continues to be with them. It digs in to trauma created by PTSD and guilt and shame that can accompany military experience. We will also have worship services and quiet time for personal prayer and reflection. Attendees will each receive private accommodations and all meals. $30 deposit to register. Check in is from 4:30 PM to 6 PM on June 30th with dinner to follow and the retreat will conclude on July 3rd after lunch. Open to men and women of any denomination who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

Executive Speaker Series Mary Elizabeth Grimes, President, Marian Middle School 4130 Wyoming St, St. Louis, MO 63116 Wednesday, May 18 - 6:30-8:00 pm 6:30 Networking 7:00 Speaker & Q&A 7:30 Continue Networking Register here: https://www.ycpstlouis.org/events/executive-speaker-series-with-mary-elizabeth-grimes The YCP St. Louis chapter is excited to present Mary Elizabeth Grimes who will speak to her journey of Educating Girls for Life! Mary Elizabeth serves young girls and families at Marian Middle School to break the cycle of poverty, supports students from middle school through starting careers, and prepares tomorrow’s female leaders. Learn more at https://marianmiddleschool.org/school-staff/mary-elizabeth-grimes/

All faith formation leaders and catechists are invited to attend this Archdiocesan Catechetical Conference that will focus on ways to accompany parents in their young children’s faith formation. Catechetical Certification Credit will be available. Contact Sr. Maureen Martin at FAITH Alive in the Home with any questions (314-792-7612).

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is holding open interviews May 16-20. Positions are available throughout the archdiocese for elementary and secondary teachers, teacher aides, and school administrators. Upload your resume and sign up for an in-person or virtual interview: bit.ly/HigherCalling2022. View open positions and/or apply online: bit.ly/ArchSchoolJobs. We can't wait to meet YOU!

Saturday, June 11, 2022, 9:30 a.m., St. Mary Magdalen – Brentwood A special Mass will be celebrated to honor and extend healing to all who have been affected by breast cancer. Survivors and patients as well as family members and friends are welcome. The Mass will offer those in attendance the opportunity to join their sufferings with Christ as we pray for the peace and healing of all. Fr. Timothy Cronin, pastor of St. Mary Magdalen, will be the celebrant and a reception will be held immediately following Mass. For more information: - call the parish at 314-961-8400, - email [email protected], - or visit our social media event page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1815064545361235/

Join us for a Centennial Concert marking our 100 years as Mary Queen of Peace parish! The Centennial Concert will begin at 2 pm on May 22 in the church with a reception to follow. The concert will feature Joy Boland, soprano, Mary Pentecost, pianist, Matt Pentecost, baritone, Kurt Silver, trombonist, Robert Souza, trumpeter, Tony Stanley, euphonium, Julie Tabash-Kelsheimer, soprano, Sarah Wilkinson, alto, The Mary Queen of Peace Choir and Handbells, and other special guests! Deadline to register is Monday, May 16. the concert and reception are free but we are encouraging registration. For tickets, go to https://mqpwg.weshareonline.org/centennialconcert

Register at https://faithscience.org/beautifulmindandsoul/​ for a webinar presented by the Institute for Theological Encounter with Science and Technology (ITEST). Center for the Study of The Great Ideas “Philosophy is Everybody’s Business” Presenter: Elaine Weismann ​ Join us Saturday, May 28, 2022, from 9:00 to 11:00 am central. The webinar fee is $10​ There is no charge for ITEST members, clergy, seminarians, consecrated religious, and members of the Center for the Study of The Great Ideas, but donations are appreciated. ​ Register at https://faithscience.org/thegreatideas/​ ​ Questions? Contact Sheila Roth​​ at [email protected]​

Register at https://faithscience.org/beautifulmindandsoul/​ for a webinar presented by the Institute for Theological Encounter with Science and Technology (ITEST). A Beautiful Mind and Soul Presenters: Dr. Gerard Verschuuren ​Dr. Stephen Barr ​ Join us Saturday, May 14, 2022, from 9:00 to 10:00 am central. Prior to the April 23rd webinar, order the book, A Beautiful Mind and Soul by Gerard Verschuuren at https://enroutebooksandmedia.com/beautifulmindandsoul/ The webinar fee is $10​ There is no charge for ITEST members, clergy, seminarians, consecrated religious, and members of the Society of Catholic Scientists, but donations are appreciated. ​ Register at https://faithscience.org/beautifulmindandsoul/ ​ Questions? Contact Sheila Roth​​ at [email protected]​

Please join us Sunday, May 15 at 2:30 PM at Assumption Parish - Mattese (4725 Mattis Rd 63128) to pray a 78th Living Rosary for Life! We will honor Our Lady of Fatima, incorporating the beautiful tradition followed by pilgrims at the shrine in Fatima. Using lovely white hankies, we will wave our hankies in the air at the end of each decade, honoring Our Lady and receiving her special blessings and graces! Questions? Contact Anna Maria Usselmann, 314.487.2066, or Tim Hessel, 314.845.6879. (Our Lady of Guadalupe for Life, PO Box 22024, St. Louis, MO 63126-0024. A non-profit group currently providing eight Pro-Life billboards on St. Louis area highways.)

Join us at Creve Coeur Lake on June 4 for a chip-timed 6K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Fun Walk/Run, and ¼ Mile Kids Run with FREDBIRD. Register or donate at runsignup.com/run4lifeandlearning. Contact us at [email protected] for sponsorship opportunities. Proceeds enable women who are financially stressed by an unplanned pregnancy to continue their education and secure better lives for themselves and their families.

The School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND) invite women ages 18-45 to an online presentation Tuesday, May 3 at 7 p.m. CT to learn about the SSND educational vision as it relates to ministries around the globe. Hear from sisters native to Canada, Hungary, Mexico, Micronesia, Nigeria and the U.S. who minister in Italy, Guam, Kenya, Peru and at the United Nations. Bring your questions about our international congregation! For more information and registration, visit ssnd.org/events/5-3-22.

Interested in social justice activities in our area? Scan the QR Code or visit www.seedsofjusticenetwork.org to sign up for the Seeds of Justice Network newsletter! The weekly email features a justice-focused article of the week, a listing of local events and a few national events and trainings, all rooted in Catholic teaching.

SATURDAY, MAY 14, 2022 Doors open at 6:00pm bingo Begins at 7:00pm $25 in advance - $30 at the door Soda & Water will be available for purchase. Bring your own food and adult beverages. $1,200 in cash prizes. 50/50 Raffle. call 314-698-9241 or [email protected] for more information See attachment for more information

Easter is much more than a single day in the calendar year. Rejoicing in Christ’s Resurrection is the focus of the Easter season in the Church and the highlight of each Sunday Liturgy. As we remember and celebrate Christ’s triumph, tune into Covenant Network Catholic radio for information and inspiration throughout this holy season. Many ways to listen: on the radio 1460 AM; on the Covenant Network mobile app or at OurCatholicRadio.org.

Our Lady of the Presentation PAC center. (Presentation Art Center) Please join us for a night of Music and Art Saturday, April 30, 2022...Doors open at 6 Catered Buffet Dinner at 6:30 (reservations required) Free Concert featuring PAC music students & teachers Art and Quilt Exhibits throughout the evening Silent Auction benefitting PAC For dinner reservations, please complete the form below and return with your check/cash to OLP, c/o Arts in Bloom, 8860 Tudor Ave., Overland, MO 63114. Online-https://manage.weshareonline.org/ Click on Arts in Bloom. Or place reservation form with check/cash in envelope in collection basket Checks must be received no later than 4/22/22. YOUR DINNER TICKETS WILL BE HELD AT THE DOOR

Floriani is coming to St. Louis to perform a series of sacred music concerts at four different churches from Apr 28th to May 1st! All are invited to attend and admission is free. Floriani is a men’s choral ensemble and non-profit whose mission is to revitalize sacred music in America. Their unique sound is a beautiful way to experience Easter joy. Thurs Apr 28, 7pm - Oratory of SS. Gregory & Augustine; Fri Apr 29, 7pm - Epiphany of Our Lord Church; Sat Apr 30, 7pm - Basilica of St. Louis, King of France (old cathedral); Sun May 1, 2pm - St. Francis de Sales Oratory

Weekend Silent Ignatian Retreat for Women: October 28-30, 2022: preached by the Priests of Miles Christi according the methods of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. It will be held at the La Salle Retreat Center in Wildwood, MO on Hwy 109. For more information, you can contact Retreat Coordinator: Peggy Stewart at 314-570-4421 via telephone call or text messaging, or send an email to [email protected] Or to register online: https://www.mileschristi.org/event/glencoe-mo-1/

Saint Louis Counseling’s Day of Giving: May 3-4, 2022 Youth mental health is in crisis. “Our obligation to act is not just medical – it’s moral.” –U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory, Protecting Youth Mental Health Help kids and teens thrive by partnering with Saint Louis Counseling on our Day of Giving, starting at 2 p.m. on May 3 and ending at 2 p.m. on May 4, 2022. Saint Louis Counseling provides mental-, emotional-, and behavioral-health services, as well as prevention services, to more than 4,300 children and teens at its seven offices and in 130 schools each year. For more information, visit Charidy.com/STLCounseling. Saint Louis Counseling, formerly known as Catholic Family Services, is a federated agency of Catholic Charities of St. Louis.

Join YCP St. Louis on April 13 at 6:30 pm to hear from Jerry Carlson, Retired Managing Partner of KPMG in our Executive Speaker Series. Network with fellow professionals as you learn from Jerry's faith and career journey. Register here: https://www.ycpstlouis.org/events/executive-speaker-series-with-jerry-carlson

Don’t miss what many call...“The Best Sports Trivia Night in St. Louis!” Friday, April 22 at Mary Queen of Peace Parish in Webster Groves Doors Open at 6 pm First Round Begins at 7 pm SHARP! RESERVE YOUR TABLE NOW!!! 6 PLAYERS PER TABLE...$50 PER PLAYER Individuals are welcomed as well!! Come meet some great guys!! Tickets available at https://mqpwg.weshareonline.org/ws/opportunities/SportsTriviaNight2022

Register at https://faithscience.org/faith-facebook/ for a webinar presented by the Institute for Theological Encounter with Science and Technology (ITEST). Faith and Facebook: Social Media and the New Evangelization ​Presenters: Fr. Dominic Ibok, D.Min. ​ and Dr. Sebastian Mahfood, OP ​ Join us Saturday, April 23, 2022, from 9:00 to 11:00 am central. Prior to the April 23rd webinar, order the book, Faith and Facebook: Evangelizing a Rural Parish Community in Southeast Missouri through Social Media by Fr. Dominic Ibok, D.Min. at https://enroutebooksandmedia.com/faithandfacebook/. The webinar fee is $10 There is no charge for ITEST members, clergy, seminarians, and consecrated religious, but donations are appreciated. ​ Register for the webinar at https://faithscience.org/faith-facebook/ ​ Questions? Contact Sheila Roth​​ at [email protected]​

On April 21 from 7-9 p.m. we will present an overview of the criminal justice system and our speakers will share compelling stories of hope and love as well as opportunities to volunteer and serve. Our panel includes members from the Criminal Justice Ministry and Kairos Prison Ministry. •The Criminal Justice Ministry serves people impacted by the criminal justice system. •Kairos Prison Ministry is a faith-based ministry which addresses the spiritual needs of incarcerated individuals. Tom Casey- Executive Director of CJM. Toni Jordan – Women’s Support Coordinator CJM. Guy Sextro – Kairos Prison Ministry. Tom Cummins- Volunteer Chaplain Potosi Correctional Center. This event is free. Donations for presenting organizations will be accepted. We will collect the following toiletries for both men and women: soap, deodorant, lotion, shampoo/conditioner, toothpaste, razors/shaving cream as well as cleaning supplies & toilet paper.