Diocesan Events or Items of Interest

139TH ANNUAL ST. ANN NOVENA,
JULY 18-26, 2026 AT ST. ANN, COVINGTON
Prayer begins at 7:00 p.m. and Mass will follow. Priests and Deacons of our Diocese will be preaching on The Major Marian Apparitions in the World. Contact Christine Wheatley at stjohn.stann.bulletin@gmail.com or 513-365-1314.

2026 MORNINGS OF REFLECTION
The Mornings of Reflection will have a new schedule this year. Instead of once a month, they will be held on three successive Saturdays twice during the summer break.ALL Mornings of Reflection will continue to be at Sts. Boniface and James Parish (304 Oak Street, Ludlow, KY, 41016) beginning at 9:00 a.m. The dates and topics of the two sessions are below:
 Please note: May / June dates have been cancelled


Examen / Lectio Divina Saturday, July 18
Discernment / 7 Things Saturday, July 25
7 More Things / Call to Holiness Saturday, August 1

EUCHARISTIC MINISTER VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Eucharistic Ministers are needed, especially on Sundays, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. If you are a Eucharistic minister, or are interested in becoming one, please contact the Pastoral Care Office or the Volunteer Office at St. Elizabeth for more information at 859-301-2000.

CASSBA 2026 CASSBA is coming! Join us for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating America at 250 and Catholic Charities at 95 years of Love and Action on Sunday, August 23, 2026, 3:00-7:00 p.m. at The Drees Pavilion, Covington, KY! Tickets and raffles are available now at www.cassba.com. Thank you!

FREE MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID CERTIFICATION CLASS

Through Mental Health First Aid @mentalhealthfirstaidusa, more than 4.5 million people in the U.S. have been trained to identify, understand, and respond to signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges. Join the movement and become a Mental Health First Aider at our Catholic Charities training on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Diocese of Covington Curia (1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, KY). Register by emailing Autumn Ruehl at aruehl@covingtoncharities.org or by signing up using the registration link: https://form.jotform.com/MHFACollaborative/catholic-charities-mhfa-8252026.

EMPOWERING GOD’S CHILDREN
5TH ANNUAL FACILITATORS’ TRAINING
 SEPTEMBER 15, 2026

This Training is REQUIRED for at least one facilitator at each school or parish PSR program. All facilitators, priests, principals, DREs and CREs are welcome to attend, as well as anyone interested in learning more about the program. Dinner and networking will begin at 3:00 p.m.and the training will end at 5:30 p.m. The training will take place at the Curia (1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, KY 41011). Additional parking is available at the Cathedral. Registration requested at the following link: https://forms.gle/LmtrSBxFjDmh64L1A.

HOLY CROSS DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL — NOW ACCEPTING OPEN ENROLLMENT
• Trade Programs for hands-on career pathways.

• Academic Enhancement for students who benefit from additional support

• AP and DualCredit Courses for advanced academic growth.

• A Wide Variety of Sports, Clubs, and Activities to help every student find their place.

Tuition assistance and scholarships are available for qualifying families. Schedule a student shadow day to experience our welcoming community and see what Holy Cross has to offer.

For questions or to schedule a shadow day, contact us at 859-431-1335 or atwww.hchscov.com.

JOIN THE LEGION OF MARY
Experience a deeper connection to Christ through the guidance of His Mother. The Legion of Mary is a global lay Catholic association that combines weekly prayer and fellowship with active service. Members participate in vital spiritual works, such as visiting the sick, supporting families, and sharing the Gospel. Whether you are looking to grow in personal holiness or serve those in need, we invite you to be a guest at our next meeting. Contact: Deanna Singer 859-803-3588

THE MUSTARD SEED CATHOLIC CHARISMATIC COMMUNITY OF NKY sponsors a monthly Third Tuesday prayer gathering, “Spirit & Grace,” 7:00-8:45 p.m. at Blessed Sacrament’s Parish Center, 2407 Dixie Highway, Ft. Mitchell, KY. Join us for praise & worship music, teaching, witnesses, and healing prayers. All are invited! For more information, call Carol at 859-341-5932.

A Diocesan Youth Choir is being formed with a start date of late summer / early fall 2026. The vision is of a prestigious youth choir that represents all the parishes of the Diocese and provides sacred music for select liturgies in the Diocese of Covington “for the glory of God and the sanctification of the faithful.” We are collecting information to finalize the rehearsal details and would appreciate your input! Thank you!

WORLD YOUTH DAY 2027
The 17th International World Youth Day (WYD) will be held in August 2027 in Seoul, South Korea. The Diocese of Covington has experts committed to helping you from registration through experiencing WYD alongside millions of Catholics to a follow-up gathering upon your return home. To register, go to https://forms.gle/9JW61qveAUGbdWxy6. For costs, payment schedule, and other questions, go to https://www.covdio.org/register/ or contact Isaak A. Isaak at 859-392-1529 or iisaak@covdio.org.

GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS
We’re here to help you find a faith community as you head into what’s next after high school. Newman Connection / Faith Forward – https://signupnc.newmanministry.com/.

THE SPIRITUAL MOTHERHOOD OF PRIESTS PROGRAM
The Spiritual Motherhood of Priests Program (SMOP) is very simple. No meetings – no cost. Just Adopt a priest and pray for him. Three short prayers each day, and one hour of Eucharistic Adoration once a week at any parish, at your convenience. Wouldn’t you just love to have a priest as your son? You can pick your own priest-son or leave it up to the Holy Spirit to choose him for you. Remember, no meetings and no cost! Call one of the ladies listed below to ask questions, hear these wonderful stories of the adoptions, and get the details of how you can adopt a Priest as your son.

  • Teresa Mancyk 859-802-9209
  • Mary Anne Gronotte 859-468-4732
  • Julie Enzweiler 859-409-2644
  • Carole Zerhusen 859-341-1458
  • Mary Anne Walcutt 859-426-0239 (p.m. only)

WALKING WITH PURPOSE
You are invited to learn more about the Walking with Purpose parish program experience and how it is enabling women to know Christ through Scripture and the teachings of the Catholic Church. Hear from parish volunteer leaders at St. Barbara in Erlanger about how WWP is transforming hearts and bringing women closer to Christ! This is a complimentary, 30-minute virtual event. Information and registration can be found at https://walkingwithpurpose.com/event/discover-themore-learn-about-walking-with-purpose/.

Discover how WWP helps women learn how to read Scripture and apply it to day-to-day life, invest in the hearts of other women and create community in the parish, and go deeper into our Catholic faith, connecting Sunday Mass to the rest of the week. 
Parishes currently offering WWP programs
:St. Barbara

St. Thomas

St. Pius X

St. Joseph, Crescent Springs

St. Paul

St. Agnes

Divine Mercy/St. Bernard

Blessed Sacrament

St. Joseph, Cold Spring

Immaculate Heart of Mary

FREE SUPPORT GROUP PARENTS OF ADDICTED LOVED ONES, (PAL)
PAL meets 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at Catholic Charities. It provides continuing education and support, at no charge, for parents with a son, daughter or spouse suffering from addiction to alcohol or drugs. No cost. Just come. Catholic Charities, 3629 Church Street, Latonia, KY 41015 For more information, contact Client Care at 859-581-8974.

Pregnant? Need Help? You are Not Alone. You deserve to have all the support you need during this important time. We care and will walk with you. You are not alone. We can help. Click here for more information.

The Roman Catholic Bishops of Kentucky have issued the following statement in response to the rejection of Amendment 2 by Kentucky voters - click here

LIFE’S 5th QUARTER 
 The fifth Saturday Masses and Prayer Vigils for Lif are sponsored by LIFE’S 5TH QUARTER. The goal is to tap into the enthusiasm that our youth demonstrate each January at the March for Life in Washington, D.C. ,and to teach our youth the power of the best spiritual weapon available to us, outside the Eucharist, – THE ROSARY.
LIFE’S 5TH QUARTER is challenging our YOUTH to take ownership of these 5th Saturdays along with adult support to give JUST TWO HOURS once each Quarter of the year to pray for the end to abortion and to return our nation to a Culture of Life!
Jesus Christ tells us to take up our cross and follow Him. It only requires JUST TWO HOURS of your time. Please join us and bring friends and family. Visit www.facebook.com/lifes5thquarter for information or write Lifes5thquarter@mail.com.

PRAY AND SUPPORT VOCATIONS
Our Diocesan Serra Club invites all who are interested in praying for and affirming our priests, seminarians and women religious to join us for prayer, fellowship and planning meetings on the first Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. and the third Thursday at 11:45 a.m. for monthly meetings. Contact Nick Winnike at nwinnike@gmail.com for locations.

CATHOLIC NEWMAN CENTER
All college-aged students In school or the work force are invited to join The Catholic Newman Center at NKU for virtual Bible Study, Tuesdays, at 7:00 p.m.; Book Study at 8:00 p.m.; and in-person Mass, Thursdays, at 7:00 p.m. at St Joseph Church, Cold Spring. Email Campus Minister, Donna Heim heimd2@nku.edu) to receive weekly Newman events Info.

YOUNG ADULTS
Are you a young adult (18 to 39) discerning a vocation to marriage, religious life, or the priesthood? We’re launching a new monthly young adult group for people like you. Meet others discerning, build community, and get the support you need to answer God’s call. For more info, contact Brad Torline, btorline@covdio.org.

NOTRE DAME URBAN EDUCATION CENTER – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The Notre Dame Urban Education Center, Covington, needs volunteer tutors for its Education Center’s Homework Plus Program (Grades K-8). Volunteers work alongside students to complete homework, build academic skills and create a lifelong passion for learning. Contact Brandi at 859-630-9475 orblenihan@nduec.org for more information.

FRANCISCAN SISTERS
Single Catholic Women 20-35: Franciscan Sisters invite you to in-person and online Discernment Events designed for you. Discover your calling and purpose. Visithttps://fscc-calledtobe.org or contact Sr. Julie Ann at 920-323-9632. The world needs you. God calls you. We invite you… with other Catholic Young Women to our Vocation Discernment Retreats or invite us to meet you where you are.
El mundo te necesita. Dios te llama. Te invitamos… conotras mujeres católicas a nuestros Retiros de Discernimiento Vocacional o invita nos a encontrar contigo donde estés

PROJECT RACHEL
Come back to God, who is LOVE and MERCY Life is a gift from God, and so is His mercy. Tens of millions of Americans have been directly touched by abortion and have feelings of regret, guilt and grief. God’s healing love and mercy are always possible. Many Catholics want to help women and men who have experienced abortion, but some don’t know how to begin. The Diocese of Covington, in accordance with the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, offer the Project Rachel Ministry, a confidential, compassionate journey to healing. Project Rachel help line (859) 392-1547 orprojectrachel@covdio.org.

SAFE ENVIRONMENT
Look for “Play Like a Champion” Coach, Parent and Athlete Notes onwww.covdio.org website under Safe Environment; then “Play Like a Champion.” A newsletter and videos provide encouragement and reinforcement of the “Play Like a Champion” message.  Click here.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR LIFE NEEDS YOU
A girl facing a difficult decision regarding the life of her unborn baby needs YOU. A baby whose mom is thinking about abortion needs YOU. You can help her and her baby. Opportunities for Life is a ministry of the Kentucky Catholic Bishops serving abortion vulnerable women and men. Volunteers offer hope, compassion, options counseling and resources to callers who find the courage to seek help. Volunteers are needed to staff the 24-hour helpline from their homes. If you have a heart for life affirming ministry, please call (888)496-3638 to learn more about this ministry and a training workshop in your diocese.

JULIE LEARNING CENTER ENROLLMENT
Julie Learning Center in Park Hills, a preschool ministry of the Sisters of Notre Dame, is now enrolling four- and five-year-olds for the 2019-2020 school year. We offer full and half-day programs and provide a discount for teachers in the Diocese of Covington. For information about the center, visit our website atwww.julielearningcenter.com or call the director at 859-392-8231 to schedule a tour.