Around the Diocese

Friday, Jul. 01, 2011

Lagoon Day — Sunday, July 10 is All State Catholic Day at Lagoon, 375 Lagoon Drive, Farmington. The brochure will be valid for up to eight free Entrance Passports or $14.95 discounts on up to eight Regular Ride Passports. Gates open at 11 a.m., Mass will begin at noon and activities will follow such as: games, bingo and a grand prize drawings.

BBQ Sunday — July 3 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., the Ladies of Charity of Saint Olaf are hosting their annual July 4th BBQ Sunday, on the grounds at St. Olaf Church, 1800 S. Orchard Drive, Bountiful. Tickets are $5 per person or $20 per family. There will be door prizes, drawings and basket raffles. All are welcome. This is a fund raiser for those in need.

Scout Family Campout — Saturday, July 9 at the campground near Lagoon. Both Boy and Girl Scouts and their families are invited to the annual Scout Family Campout. Scouts will earn badges and emblems, as well as enjoy a bonfire, skits, and entertainment. Then, stay for Catholic Day at Lagoon on Sunday. For information and to register contact Nancy Reading at nlr@xmission.com or 801-414-6968.

49er Club Picnic — Saturday, July 9 the 49er Club will host a catered picnic at Sugarhouse Park, 1602 East 2100 South. For reservations call Dottie 801-467-6016.

Classical 89’s Organ Fest IV — Friday, Aug. 12 at 8 p.m. Classical 89 will present "Organ Fest IV" at the Cathedral of the Madeleine, 309 E. South Temple, Salt Lake City. The concert will feature Douglas O’Neill, Cathedral of the Madeleine organist, and organists from the Salt Lake Tabernacle – Richard Elliott, Clay Christiansen, Andrew Unsworth, Bonnie Goodliffe and Linda Margetts. The concert is free. For information contact Christine Nokleby at 801-422-8490 or christine.nokleby@byu.edu.

2011 Membership Directory — Catholic Business Network’s 2011 Membership Directory is now available. The updated directory lists Catholic business owners and professionals in Utah who offer goods and services to the community. If the directory is not available at your church, visit the CBN’s website, www.thecatholicbusinessnetwork.org.

49er Club Breakfast — Sunday, Aug. 14, 9:30 a.m. there will be a catered breakfast at Sugarhouse Park, 1602 East 2100 South. For reservations call Beverly 801-259-4569.

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament — Thursdays 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 2864 South 9000 West, Magna. Join us to pray the holy rosary, Chaplet of Divine Mercy and eucharistic benediction, pray for your family, friends and those who have no one to pray for them. For information call Deacon Billy Martin 801-631-4232.

Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend — Sept. 23-25 and Nov. 4-6, will be the worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend in Salt Lake City. For general information and how to register contact Jim and Cathy Nielsen at 801-479-3197 or www.utah-wwme.org.

Do you have a disability? — The Diocesan Commission for People with Disabilities is looking for new members. The commission works with the diocese and parishes to improve access to liturgy and education for Catholics with Disabilities. For information call Dolores Lopez at 801-328-8641 ext. 333 or Carol Ruddell at 801-440-8729.

Catholic veterans — Catholic War Veterans of the USA must continue its work for God, country and home to face the challenges of this new century. The Archdiocese of the Military Services is looking for Catholic veterans to organize a post and become active to support our Church with Catholic Action Programs that emphasize patriotism for parishioners. Details at www.cwv.org.

Children can volunteer — The Joyce Hansen Hall Food Bank in Ogden now has opportunities for families to introduce their children to volunteering. Families with younger children, 5 to 12 years old, can volunteer during family sessions on Thursday afternoons from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and one Saturday a month from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. To reserve a spot, contact Cindy at 801-394-5944, ext. 1050 or volunteerccsnu@ccsutah.org.

Emerald Ireland Tour — Sept. 12 - 22, Msgr. Terry Moore will lead an 11-day tour to Ireland. Brochures are available in the parish office of Saint John the Baptist Parish, 11800 South 300 East, or for information call Msgr. Moore, 801-984-7103 or Lisa Smith, 801-984-7110.

Holy Land Trip — Nov. 6 - 16, St. Rose of Lima Parish in Layton is planning a trip to the Holy Land. 10-day trip costing $3,395 for round-trip airline tickets on Delta and most meals. Seating is still available. Call Lyn Tuttle at 801-544-0092 if interested.

J.E. Cosgriff Toddler Program Enrollment — J.E. Cosgriff Memorial School has open enrollment for the 2-year-old Toddler Program. Classes are offered Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday from 8:20-11 a.m. The Toddler Program allows children to explore and discover developmentally appropriate concepts through guided instruction and play. For information visit www.cosgriff.org or call 801-486-3197 to set up a tour of our facility.

Youth Ministry — The Office of Youth Ministry will host three summer camps, "Saints and Super-heroes." The Family Camp is July 29-31 at $35 per person. Junior High Camp for students going into grades 7-9 is July 31-Aug. 5; cost is $255. Elementary Camp for students going into grades 4-6 is Aug. 7-10; cost is $195. Along with our usual hikes, crafts and otherwise great Catholic programming, this year youth campers can challenge themselves on the ropes courses at Camp Tuttle. Elementary campers will do the low ropes course while junior high campers can put their teamwork, communication, and courage to the test on the high ropes course. For information or to register, go to www.dioslc.org/ministries/youth, e-mail Matthew.Boerke@dioslc.org or call Matt Boerke at 801-328-8641 ext. 313.

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