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Join us Oct. 30 at the Bismarck Event Center for THIRST 2021. This exciting and free event has something for all ages and backgrounds. Featured keynote speakers include Dr. Ray Guarendi, Matt Fradd and Dr. Ben Akers, Executive Director of FORMED at Augustine Institute. The Diocesan Youth Conference (for students in grades 6-12) will be held in conjunction with the conference again this year. New this year is Vacation Bible School for younger children. Watch for more details at bismarckdiocese.com/thirst. General questions can be directed to Amanda at ajensen@bismarckdiocese.com or 701-204-7205 or Chris at ckraft@bismarckdiocese.com or 701-204-7208.

In observance of All Saints' Day, the diocesan offices will be closed today.

The public is invited to attend the annual Mass for Deceased Bishops, Priests and Deacons celebrated by Bishop Kagan on Tuesday, Nov. 2 at 11 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Bismarck. This Mass honors members of the clergy who have passed away in the previous year. This year, we remember in our prayers: Msgr. Joseph Senger (11-9-20), Deacon Ralph von Ruden (12-24-20) and Fr. Denis Fournier, OSB (1-12-21).

University of Mary is hosting the fourth annual Gold Mass for scientists on Wednesday, Nov. 3, at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of the Annunciation Chapel on campus. Bishop Kagan will celebrate this special Mass honoring the partnership between religion and science. Everyone and especially area scientists are welcome to attend. There will be a reception for scientists following Mass.

The Marquette Model (MM) system of NFP brings 21st century technology to NFP by using the ClearBlue Easy Fertility Monitor in conjunction with other biological indicators of fertility to help couples understand and respect their fertility. Andrea Schanandore RN, BSN will be hosting an introductory session on Thursday, November 4th, 2021 from 7-9 PM, followed by two individual sessions dates TBD. Please contact her at taschandy@gmail.com or 701-866-8274 to register and for more information.

St. Mary’s Church in New England is hosting a bingo night on Saturday, Nov. 6 in the parish center cafeteria. The evening will begin with Mass at 5 p.m. and supper of turkey and all the trimmings. Supper will be served beginning at 5 p.m. and a free will donation accepted. There’s also a bake sale, raffle with cash prizes and silent auction. The silent auction can be viewed online at qtego.net/qlink/saintmarys.

Spinning off of the Hannah's Hope Mass first offered in 2017 by our own Bishop David Kagan, the Diocese of Bismarck is beginning a support group in mutual support while facing the struggles of infertility. We hope to grow the ministry in the future to include other endeavors. Meeting every second Thursday of the month starting on April 5 either on location in Bismarck or via GoToMeeting online video conferencing, 7:00-8:00 pm. It loosely follows a book study in the realm of faith and life and allows for time spent together with others who struggle with some of the same things as you. Go to bismarckdiocese.com/hope to register to join the group. Contact Christie Collins at ccollins@bismarckdiocese.com or 864-354-5046 with questions.

St. Mary’s Church in New England invites you to “Fun Pianos!” a traveling dueling pianos show on Saturday, Nov. 13 at the New England Memorial Hall on Main Street. Doors open at 7 p.m. with the show at 8 p.m. Come enjoy hors d’oeuvres, drinks and entertainment. The fundraiser is open to adults aged 21 and over. For tickets call 701-579-4312 or email at julienesm@ndsupernet.com. Cost is $50 for general admission or $60 for VIP seating.

Held at 9 a.m. at CHI St. Alexius in Mandan, taught by Jana (subject to change). To register, contact FertilityCare Center of Bismarck at 701-203-3511 or info@bismarckfertilitycare.com.

The Marquette Model (MM) system of NFP brings 21st century technology to NFP by using the ClearBlue Easy Fertility Monitor in conjunction with other biological indicators of fertility to help couples understand and respect their fertility. Priscilla Barr RN, BSN will be hosting an introductory session online via live webinar on Wednesday, November 17, from 7-9 PM, followed by two individual sessions dates TBD. Please contact her at psjones05@gmail.com or 480-363-8002 to register and for more information.

The University of Mary and its Saint John Paul II Center for University Ministry is honored to welcome Kathryn Jean Lopez to Bismarck and Mandan for the 44th annual Prayer Day event Wednesday, Nov. 17, 10 a.m., in Founders Hall of the Lumen Vitae University Center (LVUC). Her keynote, which is free and open to the public, will be followed by a Mass at 11:30 a.m. in Our Lady of the Annunciation Chapel. The day concludes at 12:30 p.m., when attendees can enjoy lunch and fellowship for $5 in the newly expanded Crow’s Nest restaurant of the LVUC. Online (RSVP) registration is strongly recommended at www.umary.edu/prayerday, but lunch tickets will also be available for purchase at the event with registration opening at 9:30 a.m. To learn more, contact Marianne Hofer at umin@umary.edu or (701) 355-3704.

As part of the celebration of its 75th anniversary, the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Bismarck will host a 40 Hours Devotion on Nov. 19, 20 and 21. The 40 Hours Devotion is a special 40-hour period of continuous prayer made before the Blessed Sacrament in solemn exposition. The event includes Eucharistic Adoration in the main body of the church, Masses, confessions, and Fr. Russ Kovash will lead a parish mission with a series of homilies. All are welcome to attend as much of the 40 hours as their schedule permits. Adoration during this event is open to everyone in the diocese. At least two adorers are needed for each hour during the three-day period. Go to cathedralparish.com for a full schedule and to sign up for adoration or you may call the parish office at 223-1033.

Search for Christian Maturity is a weekend retreat experience sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Bismarck. The weekends are for anyone of high school or college age (at least 15 years old). Search weekends are held at the Badlands Ministries Camp just south of Medora. Upcoming weekends for 2020-21 are: Nov. 19-21; Jan. 14-16; Feb. 25-27; and April 8-10. More information can be found at www.bismarckdiocese.com/search1.

As part of the celebration of its 75th anniversary, the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Bismarck will host a 40 Hours Devotion on Nov. 19, 20 and 21. The 40 Hours Devotion is a special 40-hour period of continuous prayer made before the Blessed Sacrament in solemn exposition. The event includes Eucharistic Adoration in the main body of the church, Masses, confessions, and Fr. Russ Kovash will lead a parish mission with a series of homilies. All are welcome to attend as much of the 40 hours as their schedule permits. Adoration during this event is open to everyone in the diocese. At least two adorers are needed for each hour during the three-day period. Go to cathedralparish.com for a full schedule and to sign up for adoration or you may call the parish office at 223-1033.

Search for Christian Maturity is a weekend retreat experience sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Bismarck. The weekends are for anyone of high school or college age (at least 15 years old). Search weekends are held at the Badlands Ministries Camp just south of Medora. Upcoming weekends for 2020-21 are: Nov. 19-21; Jan. 14-16; Feb. 25-27; and April 8-10. More information can be found at www.bismarckdiocese.com/search1.

As part of the celebration of its 75th anniversary, the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Bismarck will host a 40 Hours Devotion on Nov. 19, 20 and 21. The 40 Hours Devotion is a special 40-hour period of continuous prayer made before the Blessed Sacrament in solemn exposition. The event includes Eucharistic Adoration in the main body of the church, Masses, confessions, and Fr. Russ Kovash will lead a parish mission with a series of homilies. All are welcome to attend as much of the 40 hours as their schedule permits. Adoration during this event is open to everyone in the diocese. At least two adorers are needed for each hour during the three-day period. Go to cathedralparish.com for a full schedule and to sign up for adoration or you may call the parish office at 223-1033.

Search for Christian Maturity is a weekend retreat experience sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Bismarck. The weekends are for anyone of high school or college age (at least 15 years old). Search weekends are held at the Badlands Ministries Camp just south of Medora. Upcoming weekends for 2020-21 are: Nov. 19-21; Jan. 14-16; Feb. 25-27; and April 8-10. More information can be found at www.bismarckdiocese.com/search1.

In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, the diocesan offices are closed today.

In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, the diocesan offices are closed today.

Dr. Christina Kostelecky will be hosting an introductory session November 29, beginning at 6:30 p.m. MT, followed by two individual sessions with dates TBD. Please contact her at marquettenfp@ndsupernet.com to register and for more information. Classes are currently being held online via webinar due to COVID-19, however will resume face to face in Richardton once it is safe to do so. Class sizes are limited and can fill up quickly, so please plan ahead. Thank you!