Fall 2026 Gregorian Schola Concert Series
Experience the beauty of sacred music this fall!
Attend a Gregorian Chant and Sacred choral music concert to celebrate the Jubilee Year of St. Francis, the Feast of All Saints and the 50th anniversary of our diocesan cathedral.
Concert Dates & Locations:
Oct. 28 – St. Mary of the Assumption, Charlevoix
Oct. 29 – Divine Mercy, Manistee
Oct. 30 – St. Joseph, Traverse City
All concerts begin at 6:30 pm
Free admission!
Let the timeless sounds of Gregorian chant uplift your spirit.
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Bethany Brunch with the Nashville Dominican Sisters
Date: Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
Time: 9 am - Noon
Where: Christ the King Catholic Church
(3801 Shore Rd, Williamsburg, MI 49690
All single women ages 16 – 30 are invited to a Bethany Brunch with the Nashville Dominican Sisters. The morning will begin with 9 am Mass, followed by Adoration, breakfast and fellowship and a talk from the sisters on friendship with the saints.
There is no cost to attend, but donations appreciated. Please register by Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026: https://gaylordvocations.org/upcoming-events/bethany-brunch/
Questions? Email Lilly Bobrowski at lbobrowski@dioceseofgaylord.org
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God Bless America Mass | Wednesday, Nov. 4
Come celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary and its consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus with Bishop Walsh at a special Mass.
Where: St. Ann, Cadillac
Time: 5:30 pm
Visit https://dioceseofgaylord.org/america250 for more details.
Attend the final God Bless America Mass:
Traverse City, Immaculate Conception – Dec. 9, 5:30 PM
Young adults (ages 21-39) are invited to attend “Brews with the Bishop” following Mass at a local restaurant. Learn more: https://dioceseofgaylord.org/brews
Brews with the Bishop | Wednesday, Nov. 4
Young adults (ages 21-39) looking for community and conversation are invited to join Bishop Walsh for “Brews with the Bishop,” a welcoming space to talk about faith and how it connects to our everyday life.
Where: Raven Social, Cadillac
Time: 7 pm
Free to attend. Thanks to a generous donor, a light meal and soft drinks will be provided. Alcoholic beverages & additional food items available for individual purchase. Learn more and register: https://dioceseofgaylord.org/brews
Can’t make it this time? Check out another date:
Traverse City: Right Brain Brewery – Dec. 9
All are invited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation at a God Bless America Mass prior to the event. Visit https://dioceseofgaylord.org/america250 for more details.
Sacred Heart Seminary Visit | November 10-12, 2026
High schoolers ages 16+ through sophomores in college are invited to attend the upcoming Sacred Heart Seminary Visit! This is a great opportunity to take a concrete step in discernment.
During this trip, you will be able to:
-Hear testimonies from current seminarians
-Attend seminary classes
-Tour the seminary
-Pray with the community
-Grow in your relationship with Christ and open your heart more fully to God’s call
Please RSVP by October 30, 2026. Learn more and RSVP here: https://gaylordvocations.org/upcoming-events/shs-visit26/
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Bishop Walsh Creates St. Joseph Measure and Devotional Prayer
While on spiritual retreat at the St. Joseph Chapel in McBain, Mich., a St. Joseph Measure devotion was put on Bishop Walsh’s heart. Thanks to the Holy Spirit, Bishop Walsh wrote a special devotional prayer to Saint Joseph, and designed a St. Joseph Measure to help people say the prayer. “I was praying for a variety of things in the chapel and relying on St. Joseph’s intercession at the time,” explains Bishop Walsh. “St. Joseph came to my rescue. I felt comforted and strengthened by his presence.”
The St. Joseph Measure has a cross with fleurs-de-lis and lilies— both symbols of St. Joseph. The measure includes a series of brown beads and medallions to remind us of each aspect of St. Joseph’s discipleship, allowing us the opportunity to reflect on how we should be living out our discipleship. The final prayer, on the carpenter’s square, or the measure, reminds us of St. Joseph’s virtuous life that was holy, hidden and humble as well as sacred scripture.
If you are interested in purchasing the St. Joseph Measure, prayer card and pouch, visit dioceseofgaylord.org/stjosephmeasure
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.
