Around the Diocese

Holiday Blessings Boutique — Saturday, Nov. 23 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 9757 South 1700 East, Sandy. The annual Council of Catholic Women’s Holiday Blessings Boutique and Craft Fair features over 50 crafters, food, music, raffles, prizes and unique gifts.

St. Martin de Porres Holiday Boutique — Saturday, Nov. 16, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 17, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church, 2200 West 4914 South, Taylorsville. Beautiful handmade and one-of-a-kind gifts, food and prizes. For information contact Angie Garcia at 801-455-2234.

Saint Mary’s Holiday Boutique — Saturday, Nov. 23, 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 24, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, Rte. 224, Park City. Cost is $1 donation to the food bank. Unique handmade and one-of-a-kind items. For information contact Nancy Michalko, 435-940-1723.

Saint Francis Xavier’s Christmas Boutique — Sunday, Nov. 24, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 4501 West 5215 South, Kearns. If you are interested in being a vendor, tables will be $25; contact Machelle at 801-232-6322 (in English) or Paula at 801-637-6769 (in Spanish), for registration forms and information.

Saint Ambrose Christmas Boutique — Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Saint Ambrose Catholic Church, 1900 South 2300 East, SLC. Over 40 vendors with unique hand-crafted items, lunch and visits from St. Nicholas.

Madeleine Choir School Drop-In Tours — Tuesday, Nov. 19, 1-3 p.m. at The Madeleine Choir School, 201 First Ave., SLC. Visit the campus and learn more about the Choir School’s distinctive environment and rich curriculum. For information, contact Jennifer Payne at admissions@utmcs.org or call 801-323-9850 x103.

TAIZE Prayer — Tuesday, Nov. 19, 6:30 p.m. at Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. All ages are welcome and invited to sing along.

Commemorating John F. Kennedy — Thursday, Nov. 21, 7-10 p.m. at Hinckley Institute of Politics, 255 Orson Spencer Hall, University of Utah, SLC. Speakers include Dr. Tim Chambless, Dr. Ron Coleman and Dr. Kathryn Mackay. Admission is free.

Turkey Bingo fundraiser — Friday, Nov. 22, 6 p.m., at the Saint Patrick Parish social hall, 1058 West 400 South, SLC. Cards cost $4 each and good for all 16 games. Hosted by the Saint Patrick Parish Youth Group. Each game is a chance to win a turkey.

Rite of Candidacy — Saturday, Nov. 23, 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Madeleine, 301 E. South Temple, SLC. The Rite of Candidacy for the 19 men in the permanent diaconate class. The Mass and the Rite of Candidacy will be celebrated by Bishop John C. Wester.

Turkey Bingo — Saturday, Nov. 23, 6:30 in the Saint Ambrose Catholic Church social hall, 1975 South 2300 East. Hosted by the BSA Troop 202 for their annual Turkey Bingo fundraiser. Ten chances to win; food available for purchase. Net proceeds from the event go to the parish Boy Scout program.

OLOL Catholic School Round Up Auction — Saturday, Nov. 23, 6:30 p.m. at the IJ & Jeanne Wagner Jewish Community Center, 2 N. Medical Dr., SLC. Margaritas, cold beer, delicious food, good conversations, and silent and live auctions. Tickets are $40 per person. For tickets and information, visit www.lourdesschool.org/roundup.

Vocation Awareness Weekend — Monday, Nov. 25, 7-8:30 p.m. at Saint Mary Catholic Church, 4050 South 3900 West, West Haven. Guests will include members of the Order of Preachers (Dominicans), Daughters of Charity, Sisters of the Holy Cross, and the Carmelite nuns. All are welcome. For information, call Donna, 801-898-3821.

Advent Day of Prayer and Reflection — Saturday, Dec. 7, 9 a.m. – noon at Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. Hosted by the Diocese of Salt Lake City Offices of Liturgy and Hispanic Ministry. The retreat offers sessions for both the English and Spanish-speaking communities. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Registration fee is $5 by Dec. 2 or $8 at the door. To register, contact the Office of Liturgy at 801-328-8641, ext. 322.

Catholic Home Schooling Group — Open to families throughout the Salt Lake diocese. The group meets the first Friday of every month for Mass and an activity. Call for details or to join the group. Anna Burrus 435-640-3591 or Deirdre Teodosio 435-729-0369.

Need Sheet Music — All parishes or especially any missions throughout Utah. Is anyone in need of some organ sheet music for their liturgies? Several binders of organ music with both hymns and liturgical music were saved from being discarded a few years ago. If you have a need for this music, please send email to torio824@yahoo.com. I will be happy to deliver and/or ship this music to you at no cost.

Bingo — Every Friday night doors open at 5:45 p.m. for dinner; bingo starts at 6:45 p.m. at Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 4501 West 5215 South, Kearns. Cost is $15 includes dinner with 18 games of bingo.