CRS Rice Bowl Collection | Mar. 5 – Apr. 17
CRS Rice Bowl is celebrating 50 years of helping Catholic faith communities bring Lent to life and encounter God through our global family. During the 40 days of Lent, let us journey together through CRS Rice Bowl to meet people in Nigeria, Guatemala and Bangladesh who are rising above the challenges of hunger and malnutrition.
Pick up your rice bowl from [LOCATION] on [DATE].
Visit crsricebowl.org/join to share your Lenten prayer intentions
St. Andrew's Luncheon | April 15, 2025
When: after the 11 am Chrism Mass in Gaylord
There is no cost for this event, but please RSVP: dioceseofgaylord.org/standrewluncheon
Questions? Email vocations@dioceseofgaylord.org or call (231) 262-2792.
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Quo Vadis | Where are you going?
Young Men's Summer Camp
July 31-Aug. 2, Higgins Lake
Quo Vadis camp is an opportunity to experience fraternity with other young men who desire to live a life of deep meaning. Spend three days up north at Higgins Lake with relaxation and prayer, while learning more about God’s desires for your life.
Register and find out more at: dioceseofgaylord.org/quovadis2025, or by emailing vocations@dioceseofgaylord.org, or calling (231) 262-2792.
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Forms: Parent Permission Form, Medical Treatment Form
Jubilee 2025 Events
May 2-4, Our Lady of Champion, WI
“Walk to Mary” pilgrimage to only approved Marian apparition site in the U.S.
June 13 at 11 am, Sacred Heart Oscoda
Votive Mass of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
July 28 at 9 am, St. Augustine, Hillman
Mass focused on Blessed Solanus Casey.
Aug. 15 at 11 am, St. Mary Shrine Mio
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary outdoor Mass
Sept. 14 at 10:30 am, Cross in the Woods, Indian River
Feast of the Exultation of the Holy Cross Outdoor Mass
Oct. 11 at 5 pm, Holy Cross, Cross Village
Mass focused on Bishop Baraga’s legacy in the Diocese of Gaylord
Nov. 4-13, Rome, Italy
Pilgrimage to Italy
Jan. 3, 2026, St. Mary
Closing Mass for the Jubilee Year
Go to Bat for Vocations | May 4
You are invited to a community and fundraising event benefitting the Office of Vocations!
Come and watch our diocesan Clergy & Religious take on students from high schools throughout the Diocese in a friendly game of softball at Turtle Creek Stadium in Traverse City.
Date: Sunday, May 4, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM
Where: Turtle Creek Stadium (333 Stadium Drive, Traverse City, MI 49685)
Cost: Free (Cash and Check donations are accepted)
RSVP not required, but preferred: dioceseofgaylord.org/gotobat
Pilgrimage to Italy | November 2025
Join Fr. Matthew Wigton on a Jubilee pilgrimage to Italy!
When: Nov. 4-13, 2025
During this eight-day trip, pilgrims will visit Assisi, Rome and other beautiful religious and holy miracle sites.
With 14 years of experience living in Rome, Fr. Matthew has a deep knowledge of the area and its historical Catholic sites.
www.dioceseofgaylord.org/news/jubilee-2025
Attention High School Youth!
NCYC (National Catholic Youth Conference) is a powerfully unique three-day experience of prayer, community, evangelization, catechesis, service and empowerment for Catholic teenagers (of high school age) and their adult chaperones.
Where: Indianapolis, Indiana
When: November 20-22, 2025
Learn more and register at NCYC.US
Free Large Print Bibles & Missalettes
Since 1900, Xavier Society for the Blind has been providing free braille, audio, and large print materials to Catholics who are blind/visually impaired. Learn more at xaviersocietyfortheblind.org.
If you or anyone you know is interested:
Call 800-637-9193 or 212-473-7800
Email: info@xaviersociety for the blind
Pray Daily with Bishop Walsh
Begin your day in prayer with Bishop Walsh. Each day, the bishop will share a daily prayer and petition, providing an opportunity to reflect before starting your daily routine.
Taken directly from the Liturgy of Hours, the morning prayer intercessions help us in sanctifying the day with prayer, ultimately bringing us closer to God and closer to the universal Church.
Visit our Facebook page facebook.com/diocesegaylord or our YouTube channel youtube.com/@DioceseofGaylordMI to join in the daily Prayers & Intentions.
Up North Catholic E-Newsletter
The Diocese of Gaylord has recently launched a weekly e-newsletter that will help deepen your understanding and relationship with God. Subscribe now and receive a variety of faith-based content including Bishop Walsh's "Checking In" video via email every Wednesday afternoon. Sign up today: dioceseofgaylord.org/subscribe.
