Bulletin Announcements

The Diocese of Bismarck is seeking a full-time Director of Family Ministry. Responsibilities of this position include the support of marriage preparation and marriage and family ministry, administer diocesan social justice activities by fostering an awareness of and education for priests/parishes for referral within the diocese to social services or other agencies. Click on the title above for more information and a full job description.

The Church of Corpus Christi in Bismarck is seeking a full-time parish Pastoral Associate. Responsibilities for this position include coordinating the parish wedding ministry and baptism preparation programs. This position will also work closely with our pastoral ministry team to visit hospitalized parishioners, assist with outreach ministry, plan for liturgical seasons and celebrations including church decorating and assist with communal penance service coordination. The ideal candidate should be knowledgeable in Catholic doctrine and beliefs. They must have excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills. They must have a demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office and Parish Soft (or comparable administrative system software). This is a non-exempt position that reports to the parish manager. The selected applicant must successfully pass a criminal background check. Please mail or email your resume and three professional references to: Tracy Kraft, Church of Corpus Christi, 1919 N. 2nd St, Bismarck, ND 58501 or tracy.kraft@corpuschristibismarck.com.

Corpus Christi Church in Bismarck and the local Spanish community invite everyone to celebrate the Feast of our Lady of Guadalupe on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 5:30 p.m. at Corpus Christi Church. After Mass, authentic Mexican food will be served in the cafeteria. The menu includes: pozole, tamales, rice, beans, buñuelos and champurrado. There is no cost for the meal. Contact the parish office at 255-4600 to RSVP.

A Mass for God’s Children will be offered in several locations around the diocese this fall including: at 6:30 p.m. MT on Thursday, Nov. 21 at St. Wenceslaus in Dickinson and at 7 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 16 at St. Joseph in Williston. This Mass is for all the children that God has called to His arms directly from the womb or from the care of his or her parents before adulthood. All are welcome to attend. Register online at bismarckdiocese.com/godschildren or contact Tara at the diocesan Office of Family Ministry at 204-7209 or tbrooke@bismarckdiocese.com for more information.

The diocese has developed a program for struggling marriages called Corazon (Spanish for heart). Corazon is a weekend experience to be held Dec. 13-15 in which couples will be challenged to soften their hearts by considering what the sacrament of marriage is all about, look deeply into their own short-comings and failures and, finally, to offer different tools to help heal past hurts and move forward. No one will be turned away because of a lack of funds, however, non-refundable deposit of $100 to secure registration is requested. Register online at bismarckdiocese.com/corazon. Contact Tara at the diocesan Office of Family Ministry at 204-7209 for more information. The weekend location will be revealed to registrants only.

Ascension Church in Bismarck is hosting their annual Christmas Eve Dinner on Tuesday, Dec. 24 from 5:30-7 p.m. in their parish community room. The menu includes: roast turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, coleslaw, cranberries, relishes, rolls, and dessert. This is a FREE meal for individuals and families in need, alone, or simply want to celebrate Christ’s birth with others. Rides are available for those who need transportation. Call the parish office at 701-223-3606 to reserve a ride or if you have any questions.