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University Ministry at the University of Mary is hosting a Lenten 40 Hours Devotion Feb. 24-26 in Our Lady of the Annunciation Chapel on campus. Monsignor James Mason will be giving three talks over the course of the weekend along with time for adoration, Mass, reconciliation, Liturgy of the Hours, rosaries and more. Father James Mason is a priest of the Diocese of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and was rector of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary in St. Louis. He will be speaking each evening (Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Feb. 24-26 at 7 p.m.) on the relevance of the Eucharist in our lives. He was named a national Eucharistic Preacher by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for the Eucharistic Revival. For more information, contact Anna Regnier at amregnier@umary.edu or 701-355-3704.

Corpus Christi fish fry season is back. Starting Feb. 24, come for a fantastic fish fry each Friday in Lent at the Church of Corpus Christi in Bismarck. The meal is served from 5 to 7 p.m. and features tasty baked and fried fish, French fries, fried shrimp, noodles, fried green beans, applesauce, coleslaw, coffee, tea, milk and homemade desserts. All proceeds from the fish fry supports youth participating in retreats and conferences. Prices are $12/adults, $8/children, $45/family (immediate members only). The church is located at 1919 N. 2nd Street. Contact Melanie with questions at 701-975-9809.

The Diocese of Bismarck has a new, full-time, job opening for the Associate Director of the Office of Mission Advancement. This individual will work in the Bismarck Office closely with the Director of the Office of Mission Advancement, local parishes, school administrators, and the Board of Directors of the Catholic Foundation of Western North Dakota. This person will assist with seeking out opportunities and developing/implementing initiatives to identify, cultivate and solicit prospects to ensure a strong base of ongoing financial support for the Diocese of Bismarck. For more information, click on the title above.

Bishop Kagan has been celebrating a holy hour in each of our five deaneries within the different regions of the diocese during the months of January and February in conjunction with the National Eucharistic Revival. Each holy hour includes a homily and time for silent prayer concluding with benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. There will be time for discussion after the holy hour. Here are the dates, times and locations remaining are Saturday, Feb. 18, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Bismarck and Saturday, Feb. 25, 12-2 p.m. at St. Joseph in Williston.

The Newman House (www.newmanhouse.org) on the University of North Dakota Campus in Grand Forks, ND is looking to hire a full-time Director for the 2023-2024 school year. Duties would include: serving a community of women by providing leadership and formation, overseeing maintenance and improvements to the facility, building and grounds, and complete all business and public relation needs to create a united and thriving culture to help serve the Newman Center and UND communities. For a more detailed job description go to https://www.undcatholic.org/newman-house-director. Apply immediately. Position starts in June of 2023. Please send cover letter, resume and two references to: chris.markman@undcatholic.org.

The Cathedral of the Holy Spirit is seeking a Sound Tech to improve the sound experience at Mass and other special events at the Cathedral. This person will monitor the sound during Masses/events in the church. This will be a paid, part-time position (minimal hours per week). If you are interested in the position, please contact Dianna Trnka at dtrnka@cathedralparish.com or 701-223-1033.

The Cathedral of the Holy Spirit is seeking a full-time team member for its Office of Evangelization. This individual will assist with evangelization efforts for our parish and community youth, collegians, and young adults. Prior experience in the area of evangelization is required. We offer a competitive salary and full benefits package. Please submit cover letter, resume, and three references to Dianna Trnka at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, 519 Raymond St., Bismarck, ND 58501 or call 701-223-1033.

Beginning Experience, a peer ministry, is starting a 10-week session on Sunday, Jan. 29 for those who have lost a love relationship by death, separation or divorce. Contact Elaine at 701-400-1941 for more information.

The third annual North Dakota March for Life is Friday, Jan. 20. New this year is a holy hour led by Bishop Kagan the evening prior on Thursday, Jan. 19 at 8 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit. Friday's activities begin with Mass with Bishop Kagan at 10:45 a.m. at the Cathedral. Following Mass, march (or drive) to the steps of the N.D. State Capitol building with the rally beginning at 12:30 p.m. For more information, go to bismarckdiocese.com/ndmfl or contact Amanda at ajensen@bismarckdiocese.com.

The Bismarck/Mandan Right to Life Chapter invites you for prayer and march on Sunday, Jan. 22 at 2 p.m. at the state capitol steps in Bismarck. This year marks the 50th anniversary of legalized abortion in America. A reception will follow at Zion Lutheran Church at 413 E. Ave. D. Use southeast door. For more information, call Virginia at 701-258-5379 or 701-471-0725.

The Cursillo of the Bismarck Diocese will be holding their 2023 Cursillo weekends at Trinity High School in Dickinson in March. Cursillo is a short course in Christianity for adults that takes place over a four-day weekend retreat. The men’s weekend will be March 2-5, with the women’s weekend following on March 16-19. For more information or to register, visit bismarckcursillo.com or call/text Jonathan Marohl at 701-445-3456 (for the men’s weekend) or Anita Elkin at 701-426-7384 (for the women’s weekend).

The public is invited to a diocesan mentored pilgrimage to Lourdes and Fatima June 24-30. Father Bruce Krebs, retired priest of the Bismarck Diocese, will be the chaplain on a pilgrimage. Cost is $3,799 per person/all inclusive (including airfare). To register or for more information, contact the Catholic tour company, Proximo Travel, at 855-842-8001 or 508-340-9370 or online at www.proximotravel.com.

The Benedictine Sisters of Annunciation Monastery in Bismarck are inviting young women, ages 18-24, to spend a weekend with them in prayer, work and play. If you have ever wondered what a day in the life of a Benedictine Sister looks like, you are invited to a "come and see" retreat starting at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 27 through 1 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 29 at the monastery. To register, contact Sr. Idelle by Jan. 20 at irbadt@umary.edu or 701-989-5195.

The Cathedral of the Holy Spirit is hosting a Men's Mini Retreat on Saturday, January 28, 8-11 a.m. All men from any parish are invited to the 8:00 AM Mass followed by coffee and donuts, fellowship, a talk by Justin Fatica, adoration, and confession. Founder of Hard as Nails Ministries, AAU basketball coach, husband, and father of five, Justin Fatica has a unique style that is dynamic and motivating. This Mini Retreat will compel men of all ages to be better sons, brothers, husbands, and fathers through the virtues of courage, authenticity, and obedience. This event emphasizes the need for encouragement, forgiveness, and thankfulness, leading attendees to be transformed by the truth and have a life of greatness and virtue. Register by January 25 at cathedralparish.com/men or by calling the Cathedral parish office at 223-1033. There is no registration fee. Free will offerings will be accepted.

The University of Mary, in partnership with United Tribes Technical College (UTTC), is inviting the public and media to the third annual Mid-winter Powwow on campus. The event brings cultures together and helps celebrate the life and dignity of the human person. The event Sunday, January 15, begins with a 10:30 a.m. Mass celebrated in honor of a holy man and “Servant of God,” Nicholas Black Elk — regarded as a historically notable and influential Native American leader who died in 1950. As a member of the Oglala Lakota peoples, Black Elk was a participant in the Battle of Little Bighorn as a boy, and present during the Wounded Knee Massacre. He later converted to Catholicism, and led a humble life as a catechist in service to spreading the Gospel. In 2016, the Diocese of Rapid City officially opened his cause for canonization as a saint. Following Mass, the celebration continues with an introduction to the Powwow — "Powwow 101" — in Lumen Vitae University Center’s (LVUC) Founders Hall at 11:30 a.m. The Mid-winter Powwow commences with a grand entrance at 1 p.m. in the McDowell Activity Center (MAC), with a second grand entrance at 7 p.m. Prizes for various categories of dance will be awarded. Attendees are invited to a traditional frybread and buffalo feed between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. in LVUC’s Crow’s Nest Restaurant. Entry fee for those five to 65 years of age is $5 per person, which includes the meal at the Crow’s Nest Restaurant. For more information about the Mid-winter Powwow, visit umary.edu/powwow.

We should never be afraid to seek counsel and to avail ourselves of the Church’s wisdom in these areas.

Overcome that fear and bring the children along to Mass, we want to see you!

2023 will be filled with abundant opportunities to grow and extend our faith for ourselves, our families and friends and for our Church.

Issues surrounding religious freedom, gender, parental choice in education and protecting the most vulnerable among us will likely be debated by state legislators.

Next month, the Dakota Catholic Action newspaper will come to you via a new format—a magazine.