Gulf Pine Catholic

2 Gulf Pine Catholic • August 16, 2024 DIOCESAN EVENT ► Nativity B.V.M. Cathedral, Biloxi, Sept. 15, Annual Wedding Anniversary Mass ~ The Wedding Anniversary Mass will be celebrated Sun., Sept. 15, at 2 p.m. at Nativity B.V.M. Cathedral in Biloxi. For cou- ples celebrating 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 60, & over 60. The registration forms may be mailed to: Deacon Karl Koberger, Diocese of Biloxi, 1790 Popps Ferry Rd., Biloxi, MS 39532; emailed to: kkoberger@biloxidiocese.org ; or you can register at www.biloxidiocese.org . Deadline for registration is Aug. 29. For more info, contact Deacon Karl Koberger at (228) 702-2136. ► de lEpee Deaf Center, Gulfport, Aug. 23, Stations of the Cross, Lunch & Chat ~ Pray the Way of the Cross in sign and voice outdoors at de l’Epee Deaf Center, Aug. 23, 12-1 p.m. The stations are positioned around an 1/8th mile walking track. In the case of inclement weather, the event will be moved inside Coleman Hall. Lunch available after. Please RSVP to assure enough food is pre- pared to deafcenter1450@gmail.com. ► Catholic Charities of So. MS, Gulfport, Sept. 11-Nov. 20, “Surviving Divorce” Support Group ~ Catholic Charities of South MS will offer an eleven-week Surviving Divorce program beginning Wed., Sept. 11, 6 p.m., at our office located at 1450 North Street in Gulfport, MS. This ministry will bring hope and healing to those who have experienced the pain & loneliness of a broken mar- riage. Facilitated by Catholic Charities of South Mississippi therapist Brooke Peleaz, NCSC, P-LPC, “Surviving Divorce” features twelve video pre- sentations that cover topics such as shock & grief, anger & forgiveness, money issues, dealing with children & a former spouse, & annulment & remarriage. This program is for the newly separated, divorced, & those still struggling with issues many years later. There is a suggested donation of $25 to cover the cost of materials &participant handbook. The series will conclude on Wed., Nov. 20. Please register by Sept. 1. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS PARISH EVENTS ► The Lady of the Gulf Parish, Bay St. Louis, Aug. 25, Mother-Daughter Tea ~ Graceful Cycles: A Mother- Daughter Tea on Aug. 25, 3 p.m., Our Lady of the Gulf Christian Life Center: The tea is an empowering & enriching afternoon designed to foster deep con- nections & provide valuable insights for both mothers & daughters. Register now, space is limited at www.trinity- wellnessfoundation.com or contact Cecilia Escobedo (302) 367-5273 / mariacecilia@trinitywellnessfounda- tion.com . ► Holy Family Parish, Pass Christian, Aug. 28, The Healing Face of Jesus ~ A night of Healing with Adoration, Prayers of Deliverance, Sacrament of Recon- ciliation, Anointing of the Sick & one- on-one pastoral vounseling will be held Wed., Aug. 28, 6:30 p.m., at Holy Family Parish, 22342 Evangeline Road. This event is sponsored by the Healing Ministry of the Catholic Diocese of Biloxi. ► Our Mother of Sorrows Parish, Biloxi, Aug. 30, Dedication of Memorial Plaque Honoring Bishop Howze ~ Bishop Louis F. Kihneman III will dedi- cate a memori- al plaque in honor of Bishop Joseph Lawson Howze, first bishop of Biloxi, on Fri., Aug. 30, beginning with 9 a.m. Mass at Our Mother of Sorrows Church, 803 Division Street. A reception will follow in the Parish Hall. The plaque is funded by Oran Caravan #67 Order of Alhambra. ► Most Holy Trinity Parish, Pass Christian, Sept. 20-22, Rummage Sale ~ The Knights of Columbus Council 11995 & Ladies’ Auxiliary will host a rummage sale Fri., Sat., & Sun., Sept. 20-22, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 9062 Kiln-Delisle Road. ► St. Ann Parish, Lizana, Knights of Columbus Council #9958, Dec. 21, 50/50 Raffle ~ The St. Ann’s Knights of Columbus #9958 are sell- ing tickets for their 50/50 raffle after every Sat. & Sun.’s Masses each weekend & they will continue selling them until Dec. 21. The drawing will be held on Dec. 21. Tickets are $1 each or 6/$5. Need not be present to win. For tickets or more info, contact any KC member or contact Anthony Moran, (228) 669-2224. ► W.J. Kelly Retreat Center, Bay St. Louis, August 23-25, Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat ~ The next Rachel’s RETREATS ► Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church, Bay St. Louis, Laudate Lions Runners ~ Laudate Lions Runners, a new Catholic running club, is thrilled to announce its launch. This unique club combines faith, empower- ment, & athleticism, offering children an opportunity to grow spiritually & physically in a supportive & encourag- ing environment. This club will have options for Catholic homeschooling families to complete in homeschool cross country & track meets. Laudate Lions is designed for all Catholic families who value the inte- gration of faith & physical fitness. The club will meet most Fri. at 3:30 p.m. in the parking lot of Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church. Each practice session begins with a 10-minute silent adoration in the chap- el, fostering a deeper connection with God before the physical activities commence. For more info find us at mercyrun- sonlove.com or contact Coach Cecilia at (302) 367-5273 or laudatelions@ gmail.com . ► Sacred Heart Parish, D’Iberville, Nov. 16 & 17, Pickleball Tournament ~ Save the date November 16 & 17. D’Iberville Sacred Heart Parish Inaugural Pickleball Tournament at Popps Ferry. We are swinging for the stars!! Benefitting our SHCE school! More details to follow related to regis- tration. SPORTS FUNDRAISER ► Pro-Life MS Gulf Coast District - Walk for Life Sept. 28, Point Cadet Plaza, 121 Cadet Street, Biloxi ~ On Sat., Sept. 28, Pro-Life MS Gulf Coast District will host The Walk for Life . It is an annual fundraiser to support our outreach & benevolence ministries, across the scenic Biloxi/Ocean Springs Bridge. There will be food, music, family fun, playground & splash pad next to the pavilion. For pre-registra- tion & more info, www.prolifems.org. On-site registration begins at 8 a.m. For more details, contact Debbie Moran at (228) 861-4474. EMPLOYMENT ► KOPC Workforce Development, Sept. 9, Workforce Training ~ KOPC Workforce Development provides workforce training at no cost, with resume writing & financial literacy training. Enroll today as classes begin Sept. 9, 9 a.m.. For more info, Angela Griffin, (228) 465-2327, cell (228) 861-6087, kopc025@gmail.com. Vineyard Retreat weekend for the Diocese of Biloxi will be held Aug. 23-25. Rachel’s Vineyard is an inter- national retreat that provides an oppor- tunity for women & men to find for- giveness & healing from abortion. The retreat begins on Fri. evening & ends on Sun. afternoon, held at the William J. Kelly Retreat Center in Bay St. Louis. If you or someone you know would like to attend, please contact Deacon Johnny Williams at (228) 702- 2169, email rachelsvineyard@biloxid- iocese.org. You may also go to the Diocese of Biloxi’s website: Rachel’s Vineyard | Catholic Diocese of Biloxi | Biloxi, Mississippi (biloxidiocese.org. 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