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March 25, 2023 – Constant Contact Update
GOOD SHEPHERD STUDENTS
WILL RECEIVE A PAIR OF EARPODS IF THEIR PARENT DONATES BLOOD AT OUR BLOOD DRIVE.
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The Diocesan Dashboard

Please find attached the Seventh edition of “The Diocesan Dashboard” (PDF Doc at bottom of email)
As you may recall, we’re providing this report each month highlighting 10-12 bullet points of key happenings and/or accomplishments in or involving the Diocesan Offices in the last month.
The attached represents the month of February, reported in March.

Diocesan Dashboard – February 2023

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March 14, 2023 – Constant Contact Update
Good Shepherd Catholic Church and School
2023 Master Plan
Please plan to attend upcoming
focus meetings that best pertains to you.
See attached survey to help discussion at meetings.
Wednesday, March 15
**5:45 PM, Cafeteria:
Finance Council, Parish Council, and Long Term Planning committees
**6:30 PM, Cafeteria
Bingo, Summer Social and Knights of Columbus members
Thursday, March 16
**8:45 AM, Cafeteria
Bereavement Team, Over 50’s Group
**10:00 AM @ Church
Parishioners
**10:45 AM @ Church
Parents
Saturday, March 18
**10:00 AM, Cafeteria
Parents
**11:00 AM, Cafeteria
Parishioners
Monday, March 20
**5:45 PM, Parish Hall
Shepherd’s Hook, Quilters
** 7:15 PM, Parish Hall
Parents
Wednesday, March 22
**6:45 PM, Church
Parishioners
Google survey document:
Please feel free to answer these questions on our Google Doc to give your input to the focus groups.
If you can’t open Google Docs, please read through the following questions.
Church Topics:
1. When you travel, what do you see and experience at other parishes that would make us stronger; what do you
miss from our church when you are away?
2. What is your favorite “thing” about the church building and facility? Give specific examples.
3. What can enhance our church building and facility?
4. What can we do to encourage attendance and continued growth at the church?
5. Regarding the church building, what do you feel needs to be added or changed over the next 20 years?
Prioritize your response.
School Topics:
6. Drop off and pick up – what’s working and what isn’t? Give specific examples.
7. What is your favorite “thing” about the school building and facility? Give specific examples.
8. What can we do to enhance our school building and facility; if you could add structures or change the physical
characteristics of the school, what would you do?
9. What can we do to get active families at the school to become active members of the church and retain those
families?
10. Regarding the school building, what do you feel needs to be added or changed over the next 20 years?
Prioritize your response.
General Topics:
11. What changes would you make to enhance worship, education, and community?
12. What changes need to be made to encourage people to become active members of the church rather than just
registered members?
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March 06, 2023 – Diocese of Evansville Office of Family & Life March eNews

 

DIOCESE OF EVANSVILLE

OFFICE OF FAMILY & LIFE eNEWS

March 2023  
NEXT UNVEILED MARRIAGE PREP. RETREAT IS MARCH 17-18.  THIS IS A FRIDAY EVENING AND SATURDAY RETREAT AT SARTO.  REGISTER SOON!

Note:  This retreat is for engaged couples who are getting married within the next year.  The couple is to complete a FOCCUS inventory with their pastor or his designee; attend an UNVEILED retreat OR a sponsor couple program at the parish AND attend a free NFP introductory class (these are included in the Unveiled retreats)
2023 UNVEILED RETREAT DATES:

  • MARCH 17-18, 2023 (Two Day) $225.00
  • MAY 12-13, 2023 (Two Day) $225.00
  • SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 (One Day) $170.00
Go Here to Register
TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES: 

Trainings available to priests, deacons, parish commissions, parish groups, in the following programs:

  • FOCCUS Pre-Marriage Inventory Facilitator
  • Joy Filled Marriage Sponsor Couples
  • For Better For Ever Sponsor Couples
  • Surviving Divorce Parish Leader
  • Grace Marriage Enrichment Parish Leader
  • and more.

Email Eric Girten at egirten@evdio.org

Calling all 55+ women and men who might be interested in being a part of the Planning Committee for the next Evansville Wisdom Day.  If you live in Warrick, Vanderburgh, Posey, Gibson counties and would like to be a part of a group who plans this day 1x per year, reach out to me at egirten@evdio.org.

Wisdom Day is a day per year that involves speakers, lunch, and entertainment for our over 55 Catholics.  This event draws between 200-300 from around the region.  This is a free event to attendees.  Excess donations are donated to a worthy, local cause.  No experience needed!
2023 Natural Family Planning Classes
NFP is a natural alternative to harsh pharmacological contraceptives and is accepted by the Catholic faith as a natural family planning tool.  Classes range from introductory to in-depth.
Go Here to Register
Peace in the Mourning Widow retreat day on March 25 IS FULL.  Click this link to get info for the next retreat day.  https://www.evdio.org/family-life.html
Peace in the Mourning (PIM) is a Christ-focused healing day for widows of all ages (no matter how long ago their loss).  Through personal sharing, education and the Sacraments, retreat-goers are able to continue, or begin, their journey of healing after the loss of their spouse.  This retreat day is at the Catholic Center in Evansville.  Cost is $75.00 (Scholarship Assistance Available if needed)
2023 POST ABORTION HEALING
Project Rachel is a CONFIDENTIAL program for those who have had abortions or whose lives have been impacted in some way by abortions.  We provide the opportunity to speak with someone about YOUR story.  We can offer help if you need to speak with a counselor or pastor.  If you are carrying this burden, maybe it is time to ask for help.
Catholic Marriage Initiatives Fund awards Diocese of Evansville with $50,000 matching grant for PROJECT CANA (Catholic Accompaniment through Nurturing and Action)
The CMI grant is a three year matching grant that will focus on the following areas and programs:

Preparing Children and Youth for Marriage:  Remote Marriage Preparation

  • Real Essentials

Preparing Engaged Couples for Marriage: Immediate Marriage preparation (Spanish)

  • Joy-filled Marriage and Adventures in Marriage

Ongoing Marriage Enrichment

  • Grace Marriage
  • Marriage Enrichment Retreat (In Spanish) Using JFM and AIM
  • Adventures in Marriage

Accompanying Married Couples in Crisis

  • Building a Eucharistic Marriage

Accompanying Couples Who Are Separated or Divorced 

  • Life Giving Wounds
  • Surviving Divorce

Accompanying Couples toward Marriage in the Church: Convalidation (Spanish)

  • Using a combination of Joy-filled Marriage and Adventures in Marriage

Accompanying Couples Who Have Lost a Family Member, Especially a Child

  • Redbird Ministries
2023 DIVORCE SUPPORT
INTERESTED IN STARTING A SURVIVING DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP IN YOUR PARISH OR AREA OF THE DIOCESE?  CONTACT ERIC GIRTEN AT EGIRTEN@EVDIO.ORG.  PROJECT CANA eligible
FOSTER CARE SURVEY
Parishes in our Diocese are working to create Take this quick survey about foster care (and adoption) needs in the diocese and help us create stronger care communities
Diocese of Evansville Foster Care Survey

1. Parish name: ________________________________ City/Town: ______________________________
2. Are you a current or past foster parent? (Circle one)     Yes     No
3. Would you like more information about parish assistance programs? (Circle one)     Yes     No
4. Would you like information on how to become a foster parent? (Circle one)     Yes     No
5. Are you interested in fostering a child? (Circle one)     Yes     No
6. Are you interested in providing tutoring for children in foster care? (Circle one)     Yes     No
7. Are you interested in preparing meals for foster care families? (Circle one)     Yes     No
8. Are you interested in babysitting for children in foster care? (Circle one)     Yes     No
9. Are you interested in assisting with transportation for foster care families (driving family members to appointments and other commitments)? (Circle one)     Yes     No
10. Are you interested in participating on a parish or diocesan team to increase awareness and support for foster/adoptive families?     Yes     No
11. Are you interested in serving on a parish prayer team for foster care families? (Circle one)     Yes     No
12. Do you know someone in your parish who is a current or past adoptive parent, foster parent, or CASA volunteer? (Circle one) If you answered yes to this question, please encourage them to complete this survey.     Yes     No
Please include your first and last name. __________________________________________________
Please include your email address.______________________________________________________

 
Grace Marriage is a quarterly Marriage ENRICHMENT program for couples who are already married in your parish.  Couples meet quarterly for a few hours to discuss topics common to many if not all relationships.  Give your marriage a little extra time and see where it takes you.  Your parish can join other parishes that have already started this program!  PROJECT CANA eligible

Source and Summit
March 17, 18, 19, 2023
Reitz Memorial High School
“THROUGH HIM AND WITH HIM AND IN HIM”
See what’s new and who’s coming…
SOURCE + SUMMIT Website – IT’S NEW!
What can happen at Source + Summit….
Jacob’s story…learn more
Soul of Christ, sanctify me. Body of Christ, save me.
Blood of Christ, inebriate me. Water from the side of Christ, wash me.
Passion of Christ, strengthen me. O Good Jesus, hear me.
Within your Wounds hide me. Permit me not to be separated from you.
From the wicked foe, defend me. At the hour of my death, call me and bid me come to you.
That with your saints I may praise you. For ever and ever. Amen.
ERIC GIRTEN, LSW MPS
DIRECTOR, OFFICE OF FAMILY & LIFE
812-424-5536 | egirten@evdio.org
Diocese of Evansville
4200 N. Kentucky Ave. | Evansville, IN 47711-2799
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February 23, 2023 – Vocation opportunities from the Sisters of Providence

Greetings from the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. We have several opportunities coming up that we would like to share with you.

Come and See weekend retreat

Our spring Come and See weekend retreat is April 14-16. This retreat is free and is open to single, Catholic women ages 18-42. It takes place in-person at beautiful Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, near Terre Haute, Indiana. Can you please share about this vocation exploration retreat opportunity on your social media accounts, e-newsletters or any other methods of sharing information you may have? Please share the link ComeandSee.SistersofProvidence.org  There those interested will be able to learn more and sign up.

And nothing beats a personal invite! So please consider personally inviting anyone you might know who might benefit from the retreat. We also invite you to download and print 8.5×11 flyer here and post it in a place where women who might be interested will see it.

Virtual mini-retreat: a day in the life of a young Sister of Providence

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods a bit too far to travel? Not to worry. We also have a virtual mini-retreat approaching. One of our younger Sisters of Providence, Sister Tracey Horan, SP, will share what a day in her life as like as Sister of Providence ministering with immigrants at the US/Mexico border. The mini-retreat will take place March 21 starting at 7:30 p.m. Eastern time. Please share this link: https://spsmw.org/event/hail-mary-full-of-grace-meet-a-sister-face-to-face-sister-tracey-horan/ where any interested single women ages 18-42 can learn more or register.  You will also find a digital brochure here: https://www.dropbox.com/s/xvxwfo6k2sndlwb/S%20Tracey%20mini-retreat-1.jpg?dl=0 that you can share.

 

Ecological Justice farm internships

I would like to share one more opportunity from the Sisters of Providence, available to people of any age or gender. We offer hands-on farm internships or long-term volunteer opportunities on our working organic farm. Interns care for animals, learn natural growing methods, work in fiber arts and more all while being immersed in the Sisters of Providence grounds and many educational opportunities surrounding sustainability and environmental justice. Interns will learn what it takes for care for Earth by actually doing it.

If you have any students who you think might be interested, please share this link with them: https://spsmw.org/get-involved/internships/

—

Amy Miranda
Publications/Marketing Manager
Advancement Services
Sisters of Providence
of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
812-535-2812
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February 16, 2023 – Senior care resources for Indiana

Many aging adults and their families are unaware of the different care options and programs available to them. One that is growing in popularity with families is assisted living, which is designed to maximize independence and quality of life. So we created a free resource that provides comprehensive information on topics like financial support and assisted living options that are available in their area. You can read more about our work here:
Sincerely,

Helen Williams –helen@caring.com

Community Outreach and Senior Advocate
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February 16, 2023 – Constant Contact Update
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Ash Wednesday Mass Times
February 22, 7:40 AM & 5:30 PM
Stations of the Cross:
Wednesdays at 5:30 PM
March 1,8,15,22,29
Good Friday, April 7 at 1:30 PM
St. Vincent dePaul Food Drive
Month of February
Help Us to Help Others
Please consider helping those in need by donating to our Parish Food Drive for the month of February.
Particular items in need are:
peanut butter,
cereal,
macaroni and cheese,
and cleaning supplies.
Let’s fill the boxes in the Narthex of Church! If you wish to make a monetary donation, please put in separate envelope marked “Food Pantry” and place in Sunday collection basket.
Thank you for your generosity!
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February 08, 2023 – Constant Contact Update
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St. Vincent dePaul Food Drive
Month of February
Help Us to Help Others
Please consider helping those in need by donating to our Parish Food Drive for the month of February.
Particular items in need are:
peanut butter,
cereal,
macaroni and cheese,
and cleaning supplies.
Let’s fill the boxes in the Narthex of Church! If you wish to make a monetary donation, please put in separate envelope marked “Food Pantry” and place in Sunday collection basket.
Thank you for your generosity!
Please check our website daily for updates.
To sign up for online giving please visit our website…..
Thank you in advance for your donations.
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