Around the Archdiocese

A calendar of events from parishes, ministries and organizations

The Around the Archdiocese is a brief calendar listing of events by the Archdiocese, parishes, ministries and other organizations throughout our ten-county region. Learn how to submit your own event to Around the Archdiocese here. The Herald is not able to acknowledge each submission.

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March 3
TALK BY SISTER HELEN PREJEAN, 6 p.m. at Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart Cathedral Centre Cameron Hall (1701 San Jacinto St., Houston). Nationally-recognized opponent of the death penalty and author of "Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty in the United States," Sister Helen Prejean will speak to the community. Free, open to the public. 713-000-0000; www.eventwebsite.com.

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September 10

Seminar, 7 p.m., Holy Rosary Catholic Church (3617 Milam St., Houston). University of Dallas campus minister Shelby Ponikiewski speaks about “Infertility: Childless Marriage is Still Good, Valid, and Holy.”

Introduction meeting, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Mother of Perpetual Help Retreat Center (3617 Milam St., Houston). Marian Servants of the Incarnate Wisdom host annual “Taste and See” event, which includes praise and worship, a group presentation and light refreshments. Register: marianservantshouston.org.

September 13

Super Bingo, 7 p.m., St. Francis of Assisi (5102 Dabney St., Houston). Ten games of Bingo. Cost: $20 pre-sale; $25 at the door. ewagnerw@gmail.com.

September 13-14

Seminar, Friday 6:30 to 9 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to noon, St. Laurence Ave Maria Center, Marian Hall (3103 Sweetwater Blvd., Sugar Land). St. Laurence in Sugar Land is sponsoring “The Call to Discipleship: A Live Seminar with Dr. Edward Sri,” popular author and speaker who will talk about embracing our call to be disciples of Jesus Christ. Cost is $40. stlaurence.org/drsri.

September 13-15

Women’s al-anon Gathering, Friday 6 p.m. to Sunday 12:30 p.m., Holy Name Passionist Retreat Center (430 Bunker Hill Rd., Houston). “Al-Anon” is a three-day 12-Step study weekend for women involved with others in 12-step programs, providing an opportunity to grow spiritually and participate with others. Cost: $265 and $250 for 65 and older. Info: registrar.holyname@passionist.org; holynameretreatcenter.com.

September 14

Spaghetti Dinner, 5 to 8 p.m., St. Theresa Church Community Center (705 St. Theresa Blvd., Sugar Land). Hosted by Sugar Land Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court St. Theresa of Lisieux #2211, plates include spaghetti with homemade meat sauce, salad, bread, dessert and drink. Dinner tickets available at door. Raffle. Adults: $12. Children under 10: $6.

September 15

Festival, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Our Lady of Sorrows (3006 Kashmere St., Houston). The festival begins with 10 a.m. Mass followed by Marian procession and festival at noon, with live music, food, games and a raffle. 713-673-5600; ourladyhouston.org.

Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., St. Cyril and Methodius (603 Parrott Ave., Damon). Music starts at 10 a.m. with the M&M Playboys. $15 barbecue beef and sausage plates with all the trimmings begins at 10:30 a.m. Auction begins at 1 p.m. under the pavilion. The event also includes games, face painting, Bingo, pastries, silent auction, homemaker’s market and more.

Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., St. Peter the Apostle (6220 La Salette Dr., Houston). Barbecue dinner, music, Bingo, prizes, games, raffle, kids’ games and more. 713-747-7800.

September 16-17

Bible Study, Monday, 6:30 to 8:15 p.m.; Tuesday, 10 a.m. to noon, St. Anthony of Padua Parish Life Building, Room 205 (7801 Bay Branch Dr., The Woodlands). The Cornerstone Catholic Scripture Study of the Gospel of Matthew. Cost: Free. the-cornerstone-staop@gaggle.email; thecornerstonescripturestudy.org.

September 17

Seminar, 7 p.m., Holy Rosary Catholic Church (3617 Milam St., Houston). Kelly Mantoan, founder of Accepting the Gift and author of “Better Than OK: Finding Joy as a Special Needs Parent” speaks about “Raising Children with Disabilities: Suffering and Joy.”

September 18-19

Retreat, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Cameron Retreat Center at St. Dominic (2403 Holcombe Blvd., Houston). Family Life Ministry hosts formation for Ministers of Consolation teaching how to accompany grieving people in the light of Christ’s love and receive tools and resources to start a parish comfort group. 281-741-8710; aaranda@archgh.org.

September 20-22

Men’s AA Gathering, Friday 6 p.m. to Sunday 12:30 p.m., Holy Name Passionist Retreat Center (430 Bunker Hill Rd., Houston). Alcoholics Anonymous men’s retreat is a three-day 12-Step study weekend for men working 12-step programs, providing an opportunity to grow spiritually and participate with others. Cost: $265; $250 for 65 and older. Info: registrar.holyname@passionist.org; holynameretreatcenter.com.

September 21

Dance, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., St. Martin de Porres (12606 Crosby Lynchburg Rd., Barrett). Birthday/Anniversary Dance - honorees may reserve tables for eight for $120 each. Cost is $15 pre sale/$20 door. stmartinbarrett.org.

September 22

Bazaar, 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., St. Gregory the Great (10500 Nold Dr., Houston). Event includes raffles, food, drinks, music/bands, games, rides and more.

September 24

Seminar, 7 p.m., Holy Rosary Catholic Church (3617 Milam St., Houston). Dr. Jessie DiCarlo, a physician who specializes in adult and child psychiatry, speaks about “Women’s Mental Health: Before, During and Post-Partum.”

September 25

St. John Paul II relic veneration, 2 to 8 p.m., St. John Vianney (625 Nottingham Oaks Trail, Houston). Venerate Relic of the Blood of St. John Paul II. SCNH.Vocations@gmail.com; SerraClub.ClubExpress.com/NHoustonJP2Relic.

September 26

St. John Paul II relic veneration, 2 to 8 p.m., Ascension Chinese Mission (4605 Jetty Ln., Houston). Venerate Relic of the Blood of St. John Paul II. SCNH.Vocations@gmail.com; SerraClub.ClubExpress.com/NHoustonJP2Relic.

September 27

St. John Paul II relic veneration, 2 to 8 p.m., Christ the Good Shepherd (18511 Klein Church Rd., Spring). Venerate Relic of the Blood of St. John Paul II. SCNH.Vocations@gmail.com; SerraClub.ClubExpress.com/NHoustonJP2Relic.

September 28

Festival, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., St. Jerome (8825 Kempwood Dr., Houston). Event includes live music with “Grupo Zenzio,” food, petting zoo, Astros Championship baseball trophies on display and cheerleaders will be available for picture opportunities. Free entry. stjeromehou.org.

St. John Paul II relic veneration, 8 a.m. to noon, St. Matthias the Apostle (302 S. Magnolia Blvd., Magnolia). Venerate Relic of the Blood of St. John Paul II. SCNH.Vocations@gmail.com; SerraClub.ClubExpress.com/NHoustonJP2Relic.

St. John Paul II relic veneration, Saturday 4 to 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 to 9 p.m., Holy Family (1510 5th St., Missouri City). Venerate Relic of the Blood of St. John Paul II. SCNH.Vocations@gmail.com; SerraClub.ClubExpress.com/NHoustonJP2Relic.

September 28-29

Bazaar, Saturday noon to 10 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., St. Christopher (8150 Park Place Blvd., Houston). 100th Annual Bazaar includes games, music, food, drinks, family fun and a raffle. Free entry. 713-645-6614; dtorres@stchristopherhouston.org.

September 29

Bazaar, 10:30 a.m., Sealy Columbus Club Hall (1310 US Hwy 90 West, Sealy). Immaculate Conception in Sealy hosts a bazaar with $15 barbecue plates for dine-in, to-go and drive-thru. Live auction at 1 p.m.

Barbecue, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., St. Phillip Neri (10960 Martin Luther King Blvd., Houston). Event features $15 chicken and sausage barbecue and $20 brisket plates with music and Bingo. 713-734-0320.

September 30

Faithful Citizenship Presentation, 6 p.m., Christ the Redeemer (11507 Huffmeister Rd. Houston). “Called to Faithful Citizenship” features speaker Rhonda Sepulveda from Catholic Charities talking about forming consciences; teaching those entrusted to care; contributing to civil and respectful public dialogue; and shaping political choices in the coming election in light of Catholic teaching. ctrcc.com.

Movie Screening, 6 p.m., University of Houston Student Center Theater (4455 University Dr. #103/203, Houston). The University of Houston Catholic Newman Center hosts a free screening of “Love God’s Will,” a film about Father Ryan Staiwaisz. Dinner served at 6 p.m., with movie at 7 p.m. followed by a panel discussion. uhcatholic.org.

Golf Tournament, 9 a.m., South Shore Harbour Country Club (4300 South Shore Blvd, League City). Charity golf tournament benefiting St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church. $125 per golfer, breakfast, lunch and prizes included. 832-428-0163; stpaulcatholic.org.

October 2

Holy Hour, 7 to 8 p.m., Sacred Heart (507 S 4th St., Richmond). Vocation Adoration Hour on the first Wednesday of the month to pray for vocations with Sacraments of Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick. 281-342-3609; sacredhrt.com.

October 4-6

Women’s Retreat, Friday 6 p.m. to Sunday 12:30 p.m., Holy Name Passionist Retreat Center (430 Bunker Hill Rd., Houston). “Jubilant Pilgrims: Prepare, Pray, Profess, Praise” is a three-day day women’s retreat with Mass, Reconciliation, conferences and prayer. Parish groups, mother/daughters (16+) and individuals welcome. $265. registrar.holyname@passionist.org.

October 5-6

Festival, Saturday noon to 9 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., St. Ignatius of Loyola (7810 Cypresswood Dr., Spring). Event includes food, games, Bingo, shopping, live and silent auctions, raffle tickets and more. www.silcc.org/fall-festival.

Festival, Saturday noon to 10 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., St. Edith Stein (3311 N. Fry Rd., Katy). Founder’s Day Festival celebrates 25 years includes live music, international food, drinks, silent auction, raffle, country store, inflatables and more. stedithstein.org.

October 6

Czech Festival, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Crosby Fairgrounds (14900 FM 2100, Crosby). Sponsored by Sacred Heart in Crosby, the event includes barbecue dinner, games, snacks, caricatures and a live auction. shcrosby.org/czech-fest-news.

Festival, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Queen of Peace (1224 Cedar Dr., La Marque). Event includes games, food, a live auction, silent auction, a raffle, music and folklore dancers. Free admission. queenofpeacelamarque.org.

Workshop, 1 to 3:30 p.m., Emmaus Spirituality Center (12211 Memorial Dr., Houston). Maureen Bacchi presents “Culture’s Challenging Voice Hidden in Faith,” which explores culture’s impact on questions of life and death. Cost: $30. emmausspiritualitycenter.com.

October 11-13

Men’s Retreat, Friday 6 p.m. to Sunday 12:30 p.m., Holy Name Passionist Retreat Center (430 Bunker Hill Rd., Houston). “Jubilant Pilgrims: Prepare, Pray, Profess, Praise” is a three-day day retreat that includes the celebration of the Eucharist, Reconciliation, conferences, and time for private prayer. Parish groups, father/sons (16+) and individuals are welcomed. $265. registrar.holyname@passionist.org.

October 12-13

Bazaar, Friday 6 p.m. to Sunday 12:30 p.m., St. Martin de Porres (12606 Crosby Lynchburg Rd. Barrett). Event includes Keyun & Zydeco Masters and Step Rideau & Zydeco Outlaws on Sunday. $5 gate fee. $20 kids’ games fee. Food and drinks for sale. stmartinbarrett.org.

Bazaar, Saturday 5 to 10 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., St. Laurence (3100 Sweetwater Blvd., Sugar Land). Event includes a corn maze, half court hoops, nine-hole mini golf, carnival games, giant games, Bingo, cake walk, kids’ games and more. stlaurence.org/parish-bazaar.

Festival, Saturday 3 to 8 p.m. and Sunday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Christ the King (4419 N Main St., Houston). Event includes food booths, kids’ games, raffle and live entertainment featuring Abraham Salas on Sunday from 4 to 6 p.m. Food and drink tickets are $1. 713-869-1449; ctkcc.org.

October 13

Bazaar, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., St. Stanislaus Kostka (1511 Hwy. 90 South, Anderson). The 70th annual homecoming and bazaar includes a barbecue dinner at 11 a.m., games, booths, kids’ games, homemade items in country store, live auction, free 150-year history books, 1917 church open for viewing, live Polish music and dancing with Brian Marshall and the Texas Paradise Band. 936-873-2291; www.saintstans.org.

Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., St. Augustine (5560 Laurel Creek Way, Houston). Event includes Mexican and Asian food as well as barbecue, Bingo, cake walk, Bingo and kids’ games. staugustinecc.org.

Festival, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Holy Family (1510 Fifth St, Missouri City). Bingo, raffle, train and bouncy house, arts and crafts market, games, music, barbecue, Filipino, Indian and Nigerian cuisine, gorditas, street tacos, desserts and drinks. Free admission. 281-499-9688; information@holyfamilychurch.us; holyfamilychurch.us.

October 14

Workshop, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Emmaus Spirituality Center (12211 Memorial Dr., Houston). “Women in Training” features a morning of prayer and sharing around selected topics for those women in the age cohort of 65+ years. No charge but registration is required. emmausspiritualitycenter.com.

October 18-19

Garage Sale, Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to noon, St. Francis de Sales (8200 Roos Rd., Houston). Hosted by the Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court #2647, the event will be held in the Family Life Center. 832-360-7137.

October 19

Festival, noon to 5 p.m., Epiphany of the Lord School (20910 Highland Knolls Dr., Katy). Inflatables, petting zoo, face painting, pumpkin patch, beer garden, chili cook-off and more. epiphanycatholic.school.

Men’s Workshop, 9 a.m. to noon, Emmaus Spirituality Center (12211 Memorial Dr., Houston). “Men’s Spiritual Journey: Obstacles and Truths Hidden in Plain Sight” focuses on obstacles to wholeness that are hard to recognize. Cost: $30. emmausspiritualitycenter.com.

October 20

Bazaar, noon to 8 p.m., St. Monica (8421 West Montgomery Rd., Houston). Foods and sweets, DJ music, games and raffle. Vendor booths available. Free admission and parking. 713-419-7239 or 281-447-5837; stmonicahouston.com.

Festival, 10:30 a.m., Guardian Angel (5610 Demel St., Wallis). Event includes barbecue with homemade dressing and all the trimmings. Serving begins at 10:30 a.m. Grand auction begins at 1 p.m. under the pavilion. Other events includes kids’ games, music, dancing, booths, drawing. 979/478-6532; guardianangelwallis.org.

October 24

Gala, 6 to 9 p.m., Chateau Crystale (2517 South Gessner Rd., Houston). Emmaus Spirituality Center hosts “Journey With Emmaus” gala with keynote speaker Sister Maureen O’Connell. Cost: $150. emmausspiritualitycenter.com.

October 25-27

Women’s Retreat, Friday 6 p.m. to Sunday 12:30 p.m., Holy Name Passionist Retreat Center (430 Bunker Hill Rd., Houston). “Jubilant Pilgrims: Prepare, Pray, Profess, Praise” is a three-day day retreat that includes the celebration of the Eucharist, Reconciliation, conferences, and time for private prayer. Parish groups, mother/daughters (16+), and individuals are welcomed. $265. registrar.holyname@passionist.org.

November 1-3

Marriage Retreat, Friday 7 p.m. to Sunday 12 p.m., Christian Renewal Center (1515 Hughes Rd., Dickinson). At this weekend retreat, couples discover how God’s gift of the Ten Commandments not only applies to their individual lives but to their marriage as well. The retreat is designed to open hearts and minds regarding their approach to their marital union. Commuter price is $379 per couple, and Overnight price is $529 per couple. retreatcentercrc.org/marriage.

November 4

Golf Tournament, 9:30 a.m., South Shore Harbour Country Club (4300 South Shore Blvd., League City). Charity golf tournament benefiting the Christian Renewal Center. Check in is at 8 a.m. with breakfast, putting green and driving range. Regular registration: $150 per golfer or $500 per team. After Oct. 5, registration is $175 or $600 per team. retreatcentercrc.org/golf-3.

November 7-8

Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., St. Michael (100 Oak Dr. South, Lake Jackson). 42nd annual craft market with 50 vendors selling jewelry, clothing, leather accessories, famous cheese soup, chicken salad croissants and desserts. Free to the public. wosmlj@yahoo.com.

November 9

Chili Cook-off, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sts. Simon & Jude (26777 Glen Loch Dr., Spring). Event includes DJ music, games, drinks, homemade desserts, hamburgers, hot dogs and day-long raffles of products, services, silent auction and 50/50 raffle. A 5-sample pack/1 drink admission is only $5, which also includes you in day long door prize of about $10 to $15. All proceeds go toward purchasing wheelchairs for people in need through The American Wheelchair Mission. If interested in entering a cooking team in the competition contact John Edwards at 832-871-6625 or johnedwards7662@sbcglobal.net. Cost: $150, deadline for entry is Oct. 31.

November 16

Fashion show, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Golfcrest Country Club (2509 Country Club Dr., Pearland). Sponsored by St. Helen Catholic Daughters of the Americas, the “Pumpkin Spice Soiree Fashion Show Fundraiser” includes a fashion show with lunch, drinks and dessert, silent auction and raffle items.

Benefit Dinner, 6 p.m., The Revaire (7122 Old Katy Rd., Houston). Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston hosts “Wine & Dine Dinner,” a gourmet meal with international wines specially selected for each course, honoring Penny and Paul Layne. Cost: Tables-$5,000, Individual-$500. NRivera@CatholicCharities.org; 713-874-6629; CatholicCharities.org/WineAndDine.