PILGRIMAGE TO LISBON FOR WORLD YOUTH DAY
Father Ángel García of Holy Cross Parish in Orlando, stands before the Basilica of the Holy Trinity in Fatima on their first stop to World Youth Day in Lisbon, Portugal. COURTESY DIOCESAN EVENTS

• First Friday Divine Mercy Chaplet: Aug. 4, 7 p.m. Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe, 8300 Vineland Ave., Orlando. Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet with Eucharistic Exposition every first Friday.

• First Saturday with the Blessed Mother Virgin Mary Series: Aug. 5, presentation at 9 a.m., confession at 10:30 a.m., daily Mass at noon. Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe, 8300 Vineland Ave., Orlando. Join us in honoring our Blessed Mother by listening to a presentation by Father Anthony Aarons.

• Mission container loading: Saturday, Aug. 19, 7:30-8:30 a.m. Public Storage, 8226 S. U.S. Highway 17/92, Fern Park. Volunteers needed to load donations to the Mission Office into a container bound for the Dominican Republic. R.S.V.P. to Zwamy Parra, [email protected]

• Eucharistic Cenacle: In the Fire of the Pierced Hearts: Friday, Aug. 25, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe. 8300 Vineland Ave., Orlando. Join the Servants of the Pierced Heart of Jesus and Mary for Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, praise and worship, and prayer.

• Avoiding Human Trafficking Training: Saturday, Aug. 26, 10 a.m.-noon, Catholic Charities of Central Florida, 1819 N. Semoran Blvd., Orlando. Learn about human trafficking in central Florida and how to prevent labor and sex trafficking in our communities. Must be 14 years and older; parent consent for those under 17 years old. https://bit.ly/3s0rYlM

• Soup Bowl Supper: Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, 6-9 p.m., St. Mary Magdalen Parish Life Center, 861 Maitland Ave., Altamonte Springs. Enjoy soups prepared by area chefs, silent and live auctions, entertainment and a variety of desserts. Cocktail reception with wine included. Proceeds benefit Catholic Charities of Central Florida’s Pathways to Care, an organization providing a safe place for veterans and homeless men and women recovering from serious illness and injury. Tickets: $100. Visit https://bit.ly/soupbowlsupper2023.

• Florida Culture of Life Conference: Friday, Oct. 13-14, 2023, St. Sylvester Parish, 6464 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze. The annual Florida Culture of Life Conference, formerly known as the State Respect Life Conference, reflects the Church’s teaching that all human life has dignity and is to be protected. The conference will cover the Church’s response to societal injustices such as the death penalty, abortion, human trafficking, and Mental Health. Learn more: https://ptdiocese.org/culture-of-life-conference

• Project Rachel Helpline/Retreats: If you or someone you know has been impacted by an abortion, confidential, non-judgmental help is available through the Diocese of Orlando’s Project Rachel helpline. Call or text 407-222-8584 or email [email protected]. Visit cflcc.org/culture-of-life.

• Polk County Mental Health Services: Catholic Charities of Central Florida Behavioral Health Services is offering mental health counseling services and psychiatric evaluations to people who reside in Polk County for those who might not seek mental health treatment due to cost or other financial restrictions, including those who are without health insurance or are underinsured. Contact Catholic Charities Behavioral Health Services at 407-658-1818, ext. 1069.

• Youth and Adult Mental Health First Aid Courses: Various dates. Learn how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you skills to provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis. Each course has two parts. Some single-day dates available. For information and to register, contact Kyle Osborn at [email protected]

PARISH EVENTS

• An Evening with Jesus: Sunday, Aug. 6, 7 p.m., Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe, 8300 Vineland Ave., Orlando. Join Catholic musician Sarah Hart, a Grammy-nominated and Mark Award winning songwriter. Her songs have been recorded by numerous recording artists, and have appeared in television, film and commercials. $35.

• Makers’ Market: Friday, Sept. 8, 4-9 p.m., Blessed Sacrament Parish, 720 12th Street, Clermont. Handmade crafts, gifts, home and holiday decor, food court, live entertainment, kids activities, free parking and admission.

• Catholics in Recovery: Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m., Zoom/In-person and Fridays, 8 p.m., 12-step Book Study-Imitation of Christ, Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Daytona Beach. For those seeking freedom from addictions and compulsions. Contact [email protected]

• Parents of Addicted Loved Ones (PAL): Mondays, 5:30-7 p.m., St. James Cathedral, 215 N. Orange Ave., Orlando; Thursdays, 6-7:30 p.m. PAL is a support group of parents helping parents. Weekly meetings offer education and support, at no cost, for parents who are dealing with a child battling substance abuse or addiction. PAL is helpful for parents, spouses, and other sober family members (18 years or older). Julia Hayden, [email protected], 518-951-9610.

• Divine Will Prayer Group: First Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m., Corpus Christi Chapel, 1050 Celebration Ave., Celebration. Join others in anticipating the fulfillment of the Lord’s prayer: “Thy Will be done on Earth as it is in Heaven” through study and practice of living in the divine will. David Russell, 865-622-0189. Visit https://adobe.ly/3yt0TJ3

SAN PEDRO EVENTS

• Eucharistic Cenacle: In the Fire of the Pierced Hearts: Friday, Sept. 1, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Join the Servants of the Pierced Heart of Jesus and Mary for Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, praise and worship, and prayer.

• Vivet-Youth and Young Adult Adoration: Wednesday, Aug. 16 (third Wednesdays), 7-8:30 p.m. All youth and young adults are invited to join the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary for Eucharistic Adoration