“RETURN” MASS AND STATIONS OF THE CROSS
All are invited to a special Mass and Stations of the Cross to pray for the return of adult children and other loved ones to the faith at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 12, at Christ the King Parish, South Bend, celebrated by Fr. David Smith, C.S.C. Following Mass, at around 7:40 p.m., participants will pray the Stations of the Cross with reflections written for this intention. All are welcome to attend the Mass and/or Stations. Registration is appreciated but not required: ablazemission.org/return. The event is co-sponsored by Ablaze Mission and the diocesan Office of Life, Marriage & Family Formation.

LECTOR TRAININGS
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New and current lectors are invited to attend a free training offered by the diocesan Office of Worship. Sessions will be held at Our Lady of Good Hope Parish (7215 St. Joe Rd., Fort Wayne) on Saturday, February 21, from 9 a.m. to noon (register by February 18), and at Holy Cross Parish (1050 Wilber St., South Bend) on Saturday, March 7, from 9 a.m. to noon (note the change from the original February 28 date; register by March 4). Advanced registration is required. For details and to sign up, visit diocesefwsb.org/trainings.

ARE YOU SEARCHING FOR PEACE? THE LIGHT IS ON FOR YOU
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Are you searching for peace and forgiveness in your life? On Tuesday, March 10 from 6-8 p.m., parishes across the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend are offering the Sacrament of Reconciliation. If you have been reluctant to come to the sacrament, have been away for some time, or just find it difficult to get to an existing confession time, our doors will be open for you to return to the mercy and forgiveness of the Father. Learn more at diocesefwsb.org/light.

¿ESTÁS BUSCANDO PAZ? LA LUZ ESTÁ ENCENDIDA PARA TI
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¿Estás buscando paz y perdón en tu vida? El martes 10 de marzo de 6-8 p.m., las parroquias a lo largo y ancho de la Diócesis de Fort Wayne-South Bend estarán ofreciendo el Sacramento de la Reconciliación. Si has estado renuente a acercarte al Sacramento, has estado alejado por algún tiempo, o simplemente te es difícil llegar al horario de confesiones, nuestras puertas estarán abiertas y nuestra luz estará encendida para ti para que vuelvas a la misericordia y el perdón del Padre. Encuentra más información en diocesefwsb.org/luz.

AVA’S GRACE HEALING RETREAT 2026
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The Ava’s Grace Healing Retreat is a free, daylong retreat for those who have experienced the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. If you have lost a baby before or after birth, you are not alone. The retreat will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 28 at Saint Felix Catholic Center in Huntington. Participants will be invited into a prayerful day of healing that includes witness talks, couple conversation, small group discussion, Eucharistic Adoration, and a pilgrimage to the shrine of Our Lady on the retreat center grounds. Lunch will be provided. While the retreat is geared toward couples, individuals are welcome to attend. To register, visit diocesefwsb.org/avas-grace. For more information contact Lisa Everett at [email protected]

ENTERING CANAAN: A DAY OF PRAYER AND HEALING FOR WOMEN WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED ABORTION
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If you are a woman who has experienced abortion, whether recently or long ago, you are invited to attend a special day of prayer and healing on Saturday, March 7th (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.), at Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center in Plymouth, IN. The retreat will be led by Theresa Bonapartis, who experienced abortion herself and later co-founded the post-abortion healing ministry Entering Canaan with the Sisters of Life. The day includes personal testimony, Scripture meditations, Eucharistic Adoration, the opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and the celebration of Mass. Lunch will be provided. Registration is required. Participants may register at diocesefwsb.org/project-rachel.

YOUNG ADULT INFO SESSION FOR WORLD YOUTH DAY SEOUL 2027
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The Diocese of Fort Wayne–South Bend is heading to Seoul, South Korea for World Youth Day 2027, and young adults ages 18–35 are invited to be part of this pilgrimage. If you’re wondering whether this faith-filled, global experience might be for you, join the virtual Sneak Peek Info Session on Wednesday, March 12 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. You’ll get the inside scoop on the itinerary, meet the team, and learn what WYD is really like. Come learn and ask questions. Register for the Sneak Peak at diocesefwsb.org/wyd.

YOUNG ADULT INDOOR VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
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Looking for a fun way to stay active and meet other young adults? Join our spring indoor volleyball league in Fort Wayne! Open to ages 18–35 and all skill levels. Sign up solo or with a team. Wednesdays starting March 4 from 6-10 p.m. Cost: $35. Learn more and sign up at diocesefwsb.org/cyar.

WINTER THEOLOGY ON TAP – FORT WAYNE
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Young people in their 20s and 30s are invited to the Winter 2026 Theology on Tap Series titled Hope Does Not Disappoint. The weekly series runs every Tuesday through February 24th. Individuals of any faith are encouraged to attend. The event takes place at Classic Cafe. Doors, food, and bar service open at 6:30 p.m. Weekly talks begin at 7:00 p.m. Come for the food and drink, fellowship, explore your faith, and invite a friend. Learn more about the series at: diocesefwsb.org/tot-fw.

FEBRUARY 2026 SYNOD PRAYER INTENTION
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Bishop Rhoades invites you to join him in intercessory prayer supporting our journey toward Synod 2026. This February, we pray especially for those participating in special consultations for our Synod—particularly college students locally and from our diocese who are studying elsewhere—that they may reflect thoughtfully on their experience of our local Church and make their voices heard. To join the Synod 2026 Intercessory Prayer Team and receive prayer intentions via email, visit diocesefwsb.org/synod.

COLLEGE STUDENTS: PARTICIPATE IN THE DIOCESAN SYNOD
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College students are invited to prayerfully participate in preparations for the diocesan synod through prayer, reflection and sharing their perspective on faith and life on campus. Participants are asked to watch a short video message from Bishop Rhoades, pray and reflect on five themes—Evangelization, Catechesis, Spiritual and Liturgical Life, Vocations, and Outreach—and submit their reflections online by Feb. 28, 2026. To learn more and participate, visit diocesefwsb.org/college-synod.

THE DIOCESE IS HIRING
The diocese is currently seeking applicants for several positions. Information can be found at diocesefwsb.org/careers. 

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FIAT MINISTRIES DISCERNMENT RETREAT
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Single women ages 18-30 who are seeking to discern God’s will are invited to attend a Fiat Ministries Discernment Retreat, March 6–8, at St. Felix Catholic Center in Huntington. This retreat offers an opportunity to pray, reflect, and learn more about religious life in a supportive setting, with consecrated sisters from various communities sharing their stories, leading small groups, and offering joyful witness. The cost to attend is $175. Learn more and register: fiatministries.org/retreats

ST. FELIX MASS FOR THE SICK AND TROUBLED
A Mass for the Sick and Troubled is held the third Saturday of each month at St. Felix Catholic Center, 1280 Hitzfield St., Huntington. On Feb. 21, soup will be served before the Rosary at 12:30 p.m., followed by Mass at 1 p.m. Blessed Father Solanus Casey holds special significance for the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend because of his time living at the St. Felix Friary. All are welcome!

JOIN ST. ANTHONY, SOUTH BEND FOR A WEEKEND WOMEN’S RETREAT
St. Anthony Be the Light women’s group invites women to its 2026 Spring Retreat, March 6–8, at Camp Geneva Retreat Center in Holland, Michigan. The retreat will include time for prayer and adoration, fellowship, worship, meals, and talks centered on the theme “Rooted in Faith: Women Who Paved the Way.” For more information and to register, visit stasb.org. Questions may be directed to [email protected]. The registration deadline is Feb. 21, 2026.

MASSES INTERPRETED FOR THE DEAF: SOUTH BEND 
St. Matthew Cathedral Parish and the Diocesan Deaf Ministry partner to offer Masses interpreted for the Deaf at these times: the first Sunday of the month at 4 p.m. Saturday evening; the second, third, and fourth Sundays of the month at 11 a.m. Sunday morning. (There is no ASL interpreter available for the fifth Sunday of the month at this time.) For more information regarding having interpreters at Mass, or to raise awareness for the Deaf Ministry or assist in its efforts to support the deaf members of the Catholic community in our diocese, please contact Allison Sturm at [email protected] or at 260-399-1452. For more information, visit diocesefwsb.org/deaf-ministry.

ST. AUGUSTINE MEN’S GROUP
If you struggle with addiction to pornography or sexual struggles, you are invited to be made new. With groups meeting in Fort Wayne and South Bend, the lives of men have been transformed because of their willingness to change, to be honest, and to seek connection not only with God but with their fellow brothers through the Saint Augustine Men’s Group. Meetings focus on the positive and what we can do to overcome our daily struggles. Discover a path to true freedom by visiting diocesefwsb.org/augustine or e-mailing [email protected].

ONLINE MONTHLY AVA’S GRACE SUPPORT GROUP
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If you have suffered the loss of a baby before or after birth and would like to listen to, learn from, and pray with others who know this deep suffering, consider attending the ava’s grace monthly online support group, offering spiritual, emotional and practical support. The support group meets on the third Wednesday evening of the month from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Please email Lisa Everett at [email protected] for the Zoom meeting link and password. For more information about ava’s grace, visit diocesefwsb.org/avas-grace.

WEEKLY SENSORY-FRIENDLY MASS AT ST. VINCENT DE PAUL, FORT WAYNE
Sensory-friendly Masses are offered weekly at St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Fort Wayne, on Sundays at 1:30 p.m. A sensory-friendly Mass provides a safe and comfortable setting for children and adults with sensory challenges, mental illness, or any kind of disability. Questions? Visit diocesefwsb.org/belonging.

PROJECT RACHEL: HEALING AFTER ABORTION 
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If you are hurting after an abortion, you are not alone. It’s normal to grieve a pregnancy loss, including loss through an abortion. It can form a hole in one’s heart, a hole so deep that sometimes it seems nothing can fill the emptiness. There is healing through God who is Love and Mercy. Project Rachel is a post-abortion reconciliation program offered by the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. Project Rachel ministers and counsels individuals regardless of religious affiliation. For more information, please visit diocesefwsb.org/project-rachel.

JOIN THE INTERCESSORY PRAYER TEAM FOR THE SYNOD 2026
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Prayer is essential to the Synodal process! Bishop Rhoades invites all parishioners to join the Intercessory Prayer Team supporting our journey toward Synod 2026. Members will receive a monthly prayer intention from the Bishop and regular updates to pray for parishes as they begin their consultations. Sign up today at diocesefwsb.org/synod!

INVEST IN CATHOLIC EDUCATION THROUGH THE SGONEI
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You are invited to prayerfully consider supporting the Scholarship Granting Organization of Northeast Indiana (SGONEI), which helps ensure every child has access to a Catholic education. Many families still face tuition gaps, even with the Choice Scholarship, and SGO funds make a vital difference. Donors receive a 50% Indiana state tax credit on their gift, with many donations also qualifying for a federal deduction. Learn more, use the SGO Calculator, or make a gift at sgonei.org. Questions? Contact Julie Bills at [email protected] or 260-369-1944.

INVIERTE EN LA EDUCACIÓN CATÓLICA A TRAVÉS DE LA “SGONEI”
Les invitamos a considerar, en oración, apoyar a la Organización que otorga becas en el noreste de Indiana (SGONEI por sus siglas en inglés), la cual ayuda a asegurar que todo niño tenga acceso a una educación católica. Incluso con la beca Choice, muchas familias aún enfrentan dificultades para cubrir el costo de la colegiatura, y los fondos SGO marcan una gran diferencia. Los donantes reciben un crédito fiscal del 50% del estado de Indiana por su donación, y muchas donaciones también califican para una deducción federal. Conozcan más, usen la calculadora SGO, o hagan una donación en sgonei.org. Para preguntas, favor de contactar a Julie Bills en [email protected], o 260-369-1944.  

THE MARRIAGE COURSE ONLINE
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What if setting intentional time aside one evening each week could transform your marriage? The Marriage Course is a self-paced weekly series based on a film series featuring “regular” couples and relationship experts from around the world. There is time built right into each session for you and your spouse to discuss each week’s topic in the comfort and privacy of your own home using prompts. Start any time. To learn more, visit diocesefwsb.org/marriage-course

AFFORDING A CATHOLIC EDUCATION
Affording a Catholic education may be easier than you think. Through Indiana Choice legislation, qualifying students in grades K–12 can receive up to 90% of the local per-student state funding toward tuition at any diocesan Catholic school, an amount that nearly covers tuition at many K–8 schools. Additional support is available through the Scholarship Granting Organization of Northeast Indiana (SGONEI), which also supports pre-K students. Learn more and find a school at diocesefwsb.org/schools.

WALKING WITH MOMS IN NEED:
Would you know where to refer a pregnant or parenting mom in need in your community? We have a new diocesan website which is designed to help you do just that: walkingwithmomsfwsb.com. This website is part of our Walking with Moms in Need campaign, which is an initiative of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops to equip parishes to better support and accompany moms who may be struggling in our communities. Pope Francis reminds us that our parishes are called to be “islands of mercy in the midst of a sea of indifference.” If you are interested in getting involved with the Walking with Moms in Need campaign at your parish, please let your pastor know.

CAMINA CON MADRES NECESITADAS
¿Sabría dónde deferir a una madre embarazada o madre necesitada en su comunidad? Tenemos un nuevo sitio web diocesano que está diseñado para ayudarlo a hacer precisamente eso: caminaconmadresfwsb.com. Este sitio web es parte de nuestra campaña Camina con Madres Necesitadas, que es una iniciativa de la Conferencia de Obispos Católicosde los Estados Unidos para equipar a las parroquias para que apoyen y acompañen mejor a las mamás que pueden estar luchando en nuestras comunidades. El Papa Francisco nos recuerda que nuestras parroquias están llamadas a ser “islas de misericordia en medio de un mar de indiferencia.” Si está interesado en participar en la campaña Camina con Madres Necesitadas en su parroquia, infórmeselo a su párroco.

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MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES THROUGH CATHOLIC CHARITIES
If you have been considering professional services for your mental health, there are local resources available to help you. Catholic Charities of Fort Wayne-South Bend offers in-house counseling and connects individuals and families with counseling services throughout the diocese through the Clinical Liaison program. A referral can be made through your pastor or through the diocesan Marriage and Family Ministry office. Email Caty Burke at [email protected] or Lisa Everett at [email protected] for a confidential referral.

BECOME A LOCAL CATHOLIC REPORTER
Today’s Catholic is seeking freelance journalists and photographers to contribute to the weekly diocesan newspaper. Tell us about your experience in journalism, writing or photography. Learn more at todayscatholic.org/freelance