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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Note: Priority is given to parish-based and parish-hosted ministries, groups, religious orders and organizations found in the Archdiocesan Directory. Also, due to space and other factors, we cannot guarantee placement or frequency in Around the Archdiocese but we will whenever possible do our best to get your event into the section.

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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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Jan. 15

Business Meeting, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Mary Queen (606 Cedarwood Dr., Friendswood). Bay Area Deanery Catholic Council of Women hosts a meeting with speaker John Hinojosa of Loving Choice Pregnancy Center, with light breakfast, baby shower drive and raffle. Baby items collected (diapers, wipes, toiletries and 6 to 9 or larger baby clothes) benefit Loving Choice and Deanery Gabriel Projects. 713-412-8559.

Jan. 16

Presentation, 6:30 to 8 p.m., St. Ignatius of Loyola (7810 Cypresswood Dr., Spring). Emerging Grace Ministries presentation explores ways of ending child sex trafficking. Free. life@silcc.org; 832-314-3503.

Jan. 17-19

Catholic Men’s Retreat, Friday 6 p.m. to Sunday 12:30 p.m., Holy Name Passionist Retreat Center (430 Bunker Hill Rd., Houston). Three-day retreat includes Mass, Reconciliation, conferences and prayer. Open to parish groups, father/sons (16+) and individuals. Cost: $265. registrar.holyname@passionist.org.

Jan. 18

Eucharistic conference, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Prince of Peace (19222 Tomball Pkwy., Houston). A bilingual conference focused on being sent for the Eucharistic Revival “Year of Mission.” Daniel Cardinal DiNardo will celebrate the Opening Mass. Keynotes by Bishop Brendan J. Cahill of Victoria and Father Victor Perez of Houston. Includes breakout sessions. Cost: $15-$20 includes breakfast and lunch. Early registration through Jan. 5. 832-808-7060; SENT@pophouston.org; pophouston.org/sent.

Jan. 24-26

Catholic Men’s Retreat, Friday 6 p.m. to Sunday 12:30 p.m., Holy Name Passionist Retreat Center (430 Bunker Hill Rd., Houston). Three-day retreat includes Mass, Reconciliation, conferences and time for prayer. Open to parish groups, father/sons (16+) and individuals. Cost: $265. registrar.holyname@passionist.org.

Jan. 28

Human Trafficking Night of Awareness, 6 p.m., Christ the Redeemer (11507 Huffmeister Rd., Houston). Faith-based national non-profit Street Grace will teach how to recognize warning signs of child sexual abuse and exploitation, report suspicious activity and get involved. Local law enforcement and House representative will update on progress being made at the Capitol. 281-469-5533; kerry.chu@ctrcc.com; ctrcc.com.

Jan. 29-Feb. 1

Garage Sale, Jan. 29 (4 to 7 p.m., $25 admission), and Jan. 30 to Feb. 1 (8 a.m. to 4 p.m., free admission). St. Ignatius of Loyola (7810 Cypresswood Dr., Spring). Sales of furniture, household items, clothing, jewelry, baby items, toys, books and other items benefit the St. Ignatius Outreach Ministry. Rain or shine. y. garagesale@silcc.org. Cost: $25 for the pre-sale Wednesday, Jan. 29; garagesale@silcc.org; silcc.org/yearly-projects.

Jan. 31

Bingo, 7 to 10 p.m., St. Francis of Assisi (5102 Dabney St., Houston). Tickets $20 presale; $25 at the door. stfrancisofhouston.org.

Jan. 31-Feb. 2

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

Feb. 1

Fundraiser, 6:30 p.m., St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Family Life Center (6646 Addicks Satsuma Rd., Houston). Knights of Columbus #8096 annual “Las Vegas Night” fundraiser includes games and food. Cost: $40 per person. tdescioli@aol.com.

Feb. 2

Spaghetti Dinner and Fundraiser, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Guardian Angel Parish Hall (5610 Demel St., Wallis). $12 spaghetti plates with homemade meat sauce, salad, green beans and garlic bread. Homemade desserts for donation. Raffle, cake live auction and silent auction. 281-224-0477.

Gospel musical, 3 to 5 p.m., Our Lady Star of the Sea (1401 Fidelity St., Houston). 75th Anniversary Black History Month Gospel musical features several choirs. 713-674-9206.

Feb. 5

Adoration hour, 7 to 8 p.m., Sacred Heart (507 S 4th St., Richmond). Adoration Hour on the first Wednesday of the month to pray for vocations. Confession and Anointing of the Sick available.

Feb. 7-9

AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) Women’s Retreat, Friday 6 p.m. to Sunday 12:30 p.m., Holy Name Passionist Retreat Center (430 Bunker Hill Rd., Houston). Three-day 12-step study weekend for women working 12-step programs, providing an opportunity to grow spiritually and participate with others. Cost: $265, or $250 for 65 and older. registrar.holyname@passionist.org.

Feb. 8

Gala, 6 p.m., Cathedral High School (7726 Westview Dr., Houston). Catholic Literary Arts gala features Mark Brumbley of Ignatius Press and benefits Fearless Catholic Writing Camp scholarships. Ticket and table prices: catholicliteraryarts.org/the-dinner-party. 713-331-9342; cathla.org@gmail.com.

Women's Day of reflection, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., St. Laurence Ave Maria Parish Life Center (3103 Sweetwater Blvd., Sugar Land). Fort Bend Theresians host annual day of prayer and reflection for women with speaker Katie Hartfiel. Cost: $40 includes breakfast and lunch. Seating is limited. Register: theresians.org.

Feb. 14-16

Couples Retreat, Friday 6 p.m. to Sunday 12:30 p.m., Holy Name Passionist Retreat Center (430 Bunker Hill Rd., Houston). Married couples are welcome. $430 per couple, includes lodging, meals and materials. 713-464-0211 x 10. registrar.holyname@passionist.org.

Feb. 15

Vocation Dinner & Dance, 6:15 p.m., St. Anne Catholic School Gymnasium (1111 S Cherry St., Tomball). St. Anne Knights of Columbus Council 11472 hosts dinner, dancing and live and silent auctions to benefit vocations to the religious life. Cost: $50 per person; tickets to be purchased in advance. colstryker@att.net; 832-646-5542; kc11472.org.

Dance, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., St. Martin de Porres Church (12606 Crosby Lynchburg Rd., Crosby). Dance featuring Step Rideau & The Zydeco Outlaws celebrates Valentine’s Day and Mardi Gras. Attire: Mardi Gras colors (green, purple and gold) or Valentine’s red. Pre-sale tickets $25; at the door $30. 723-806-9793 or 832-889-6624.

Feb. 27

Gala Dinner, 6 to 10 p.m., Safari Ranch Texas (11627 FM 1464, Richmond). Benefiting Catholic Charities in Fort Bend County, “Mission of Love” will feature the work of Catholic Charities in Fort Bend County. RSVP: 281-202-6208; SBaker@CatholicCharities.org.

Feb. 28

Chocolate feast, 7 p.m., St. Rose of Lima (3600 Brinkman Houston). St. Rose of Lima’s Altar Guild hosts a “Chocoholic Feast” with light dinner, decadent dessert, games and silent auction. parishinfo@stroselima.org; stroselima.org.

March 7-9

Retreat, Friday 6 p.m. to Sunday 1 p.m., LTT Retreat Center (20303 Kermier Rd., Waller). Silent weekend retreat based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius, led by Father Jon Budke, LC, with Mass, Reconciliation, spiritual direction and personalized formation. Open to all men. Cost: $285-$300. 210-452-9161; escorcia@dfwetc.com.

March 15

Conference, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., St. Laurence (3100 Sweetwater Blvd., Sugar Land). Heart of Worship is an all-day spiritual event with talks, music, Mass, Eucharistic Adoration with Procession and dinner. This year’s speakers are Sonja Corbitt and Father Dat Hoang. $30 per person by Jan. 31. After that, it’s $50. www.stlaurence.org/how.

March 17

Golf tournament, 12 p.m., Wildcat Golf Course (12000 Almeda Rd., Houston). 21st annual Bishop Rizzotto Golf Classic benefits St. Dominic Village. Sponsorship opportunities and individual golfer option available. 713-741-8722; rlillie@stdominicvillage.org.

March 22

Gala, 6 p.m., Ashton Gardens West Houston (18002 Clay Rd., Houston). Epiphany of the Lord Catholic School hosts benefit gala with cocktail hour, dinner, wine pull, silent and live auctions, and dancing. Cost: $125 a ticket. epiphanycatholic.school/support/gala.

May 14

Evening with the bishops, 7 p.m., River Oaks Country Club (1600 River Oaks Blvd., Houston). 15th annual "Evening with the Bishops" benefits St. Dominic Village. Sponsorships and tickets available. 713-391-2685; sewrin-porter@stdominicvillage.org.