Upcoming Diocesan Events
Event Submission: If you wish to submit an event to the diocesan events calendar, please send a detailed email with your event information or flyer to events@dioceseofspokane.org. Monthly or weekly recurring events that are not officially in partnership with the diocese will not be posted. Requests to send event postings or flyers to all parishes will not be processed.
Dominican 3rd Order Information Night
Dominican 3rd Order Information Night
St. Michael the Archangel Lay Dominicans are holding an information night for fully-initiated, adult Catholics:
Date: Wednesday, May 7
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: St. Peter Catholic Church, 3520 E. 18th Ave, Spokane
This is an opportunity to learn about the Dominican 3rd Order – it is not the religious life of the priesthood or of the women religious; but it is uniquely a participation in the life of Christ.
Agenda for the Evening:
Welcome and Introduction
Brief Overview of 3rd Order
Personal Testimonies
Q&A Session
Fellowship and Refreshments
RSVP: Please confirm your attendance by Thursday, May 1 to Theresa Ferguson tferguson@bishopwhitesem.org.
Wholehearted Women’s Day of Prayer
A Wholehearted Women’s Day of Prayer “Refreshing the Oil in Our Lamps”
Sr. Mary Eucharista, SMMC and Alisa Kostecka May 10, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (8:30 am check-in) Please register in advance: (509) 448-1224 or visit www.ihrc.net $46 per person or ($56 with room). Lunch included.
We know what it feels like to be low on fuel in our emotional, psychological, spiritual, and physical lives. The smooth functioning of each of these dynamics is necessary for the balance to live a virtuous life. Come be refreshed with the “oil of gladness” (PS 45:7) on all of these levels in a day set aside just for women before Mother’s Day. Included will be Holy Mass, the Sacrament of Reconciliation, two conferences, lunch, the recitation of the Rosary and Adoration before the exposed Blessed Sacrament.
Alisa (Hinman) Kostecka, the Director of Wholehearted Women’s Conference, has worked as a secondary teacher, DRE, youth minister with catechetics, and Forming Intentional Disciples. She has led women’s Bible studies and retreats for over 20 years out of love for the Lord Jesus.
Sr. Mary Eucharista, SMMC, is the Spritual Life and Program Administrator at Immaculate Heart Retreat Center since 2008. She also gives spiritual direction, retreats, Eucharistic Congress keynotes, Missions, Days of Prayer and talks at the center and around the U.S. Sister has a BA in English/Literature and Education from Whitworth University, MA in Philosophy from Gonzaga University, and spiritual direction certification from St. Vincent’s Seminary College. She is vocations director and a consultor in the SMMC.
10th Annual Guatemala Mission Celebration
The Guatemala Commission will hold its Tenth Annual Guatemala Mission Celebration on Monday, May 19th, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Barrister Winery in Spokane. All are welcome and admission is free. The program will include guest speaker Julianne Connell Sachs, Director of Family to Family (FTF), who will share updated and vital information about FTF, a nonprofit economic development program through which U.S. sponsors support indigenous Mayan families in their efforts to sustainably shift out of poverty in Guatemala. FTF was created by a Spokane couple and is celebrating its fortieth year. The evening includes a mini silent and live auction, the sale of weavings, purses, etc. made by participants in the FTF program, and a drawing for a handmade quilt. Appetizers, coffee, and water will be available at no charge and wine will be available for purchase.
Weekend Recovery Retreat with Fr. Tom W, SJ
Weekend Recovery Retreat “A Weekend of Rest, Refreshment, and Community for People in 12 Step Recovery”
Fr. Tom W, SJ June 13, 6:00 pm – June 15, 1:00 pm Please register in advance: (509) 448-1224 or visit www.ihrc.net $240 per person or $395 per couple (includes lodging and up to 5 meals)
End of Life Workshop - Deer Park, WA
𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱?
Join us for this informative 𝗡𝗢 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗚𝗘 workshop at St. Mary Presentation Catholic Church, 602 E. 6th Street, Deer Park, WA 99006 on Saturday, June 14 and learn how to pre-plan for the end of life. Light refreshments provided. Workshop from 9am - 11:30 am with Mass offered at 8:30 (optional).
𝗖𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:
𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹
𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰𝘀 & 𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲
𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀
𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴
𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀
𝗦𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗼𝗱’𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗰𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵
Please 𝗥𝗦𝗩𝗣 to help plan for food and information package folders! Contact Sr. Bernadette Pederson at 𝘣𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘱@𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘺𝘤𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘴𝘰𝘧𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘬𝘢𝘯𝘦.𝘰𝘳𝘨 or (𝟱𝟬𝟵) 𝟰𝟲𝟳-𝟱𝟰𝟵𝟲
Quo Vadis Days 2025
Quo Vadis Days provides an opportunity for young men (incoming high school freshmen through seniors) to encounter the Lord, to grow as His disciples, and to listen to His voice so that they may be equipped to respond to the Lord’s call.
More information at spokanevocations.org/qvd/
Day of Work and Prayer
Day of Work and Prayer Fr. David Anderson, SJ Thursday,
June 26, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Please register in advance: (509) 448-1224 or visit www.ihrc.net A Volunteer Opportunity! Lunch included.
Beloved 2025
We are launching our inaugural summer vocations camp for high school girls! Beloved is open for young women currently in 8th grade (i.e., rising freshmen) through 12th grade.
Meet religious sisters, grow in friendship with faith-filled peers, and deepen your relationship the Heavenly Father who calls you His beloved daughter.
More information at spokanevocations.org/beloved/
8-Day Silent Retreat
8-Day Ignatian Silent Retreat:
Walking with Jesus to Know, Love and Serve Fr. Tom Lamanna, SJ July 26, 4:30 pm – August 3, 1:00 pm
Please register in advance: (509) 448-1224 or visit www.ihrc.net $952 per person (includes lodging and meals). Scholarship assistance, made possible In Memory of Fr. Armand Nigro, SJ.
Weekend Retreat on St. Elizabeth of the Trinty, with Dr. Anthony Lilles
Weekend Retreat “Called to Glory: Spiritual Insights from St. Elizabeth of the Trinity”
Dr. Anthony Lilles August 8, 6:00 pm – August 10, 1:00 pm Please register in advance: (509) 448-1224 or visit www.ihrc.net $240 per person or $395 per couple (includes lodging and up to 5 meals)
Middle School Camp 2025
Register Here (Opens 4/26 at 8 am)
Have your middle-school youth join us for a fun-filled week at the Shoshone Mountain Retreat and Ranch (Lutherhaven Ministries). Prepare for exciting activities, games, and bonding with fellow middle schoolers. This in-person event is perfect for making new friends, connecting with nature, and growing closer to Christ. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!
Jr. Counselor Applications open immediately (apps due by May 10th) form available at https://forms.office.com/r/b6293xW07Y
Sr. Counselor Inquiries complete the following form at https://forms.office.com/r/KwGbA0X7Nu
Men's Fellowship Motorcyle Ride
The annual Catholic Men’s Motorcycle Ride will take place August 17-22, 2025. This event is led by Rev. Matthew Nicks and provides an opportunity for men to come together to share our faith and interest in motorcycle touring. Each day begins with Mass, followed by adventure and comradery. This year, we will travel along the Oregon and northern California coast, through the California Trinity Alps, and across central Oregon.
For more information: Catholicmenmotorcycling@outlook.com
24-Hour Retreat on Catholic Parenting
24-Hour Retreat for Catholic Parents “Faithful Foundations: Empowering Catholic Parents”
Mary Ruth Hackett, PhD September 26, 4:30 pm – September 27, 4:30 pm Please register in advance: (509) 448-1224 or visit www.ihrc.net $135 per person or $225 per couple (includes lodging and up to 3 meals)
*Nursing babies are permitted at this retreat.
St. Peregrine Cancer Prayer Service
Evening of prayer for all who have been touched by cancer.
Mass for Holy Father Pope Francis
Daily Noon Mass at the Cathedral, offered for the intention of the repose of the soul of Pope Francis
Holy Week Communal Penance Service
Holy Week Communal Penance Service
St. Thomas More Church, Spokane
Tuesday, April 15, 7:00 pm
8 Priests will be available for individual confessions
All are welcome
Holy Week Retreats w/ Bishop Michael Warfel
Holy Week Retreats – Women’s & Men’s Silent Retreats “Participation in the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Christ”
Bishop Michael Warfel
Women: April 14-16
Men: April 17-19
Please register in advance: (509) 448-1224 or visit www.ihrc.net $267 per person (includes lodging and up to 6 meals)
Lenten Retreat for Healthcare Workers - Catholic Medical Association
The Catholic Medical Association's Spokane Guild of St. Raphael will be holding an annual
Lenten Retreat for Healthcare Workers
Saturday, 12 April 2025, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
with Lunch Service midday
and Vigil Mass at 4:00 p.m.
Directed by Fr. Kyle Ratuiste, Guild Chaplain
Location: Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, 6910 S. Ben Burr Rd., Spokane WA
$50.00 per person, $20.00 per student
Registration: (509) 842-8102, text or phone
St. Peregrine Spring Artisan Craft Fair
Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes
(auditorium lower level)
St Peregrine Spring Artisan Craft Fair
Beautiful hand crafted items - including personal, functional, household, garden, gifts, and religious items.
Silent auction, quilt raffle, devotionals etc.
This Fair will help benefit St Peregrine Ministry and Shrine.
First Friday Mass (with Catholic Charismatic Community)
Please join us at Our Lady of Fatima (3327 S Perry St, Spokane)
Praise & Worship at 7:00 p.m.
Holy Mass at 7:30 p.m.
Fellowship to follow.
You are welcome to bring a snack to share.
For more information call or text Arlette at 509-979-2255
Concert: Celebrating 25 Years of the St. Augustine Pipe Organ “Bach-athon 2025”
Sunday, March 30, 2025, 2:30 p.m.
“Bachathon 2025”
A Concert of Organ Music by Johann Sebastian Bach
Presented by Members of the Spokane Chapter of the American Guild of Organists
"The Greatest Adventure" with Guest Speaker Billy Molls
Auction and Benefit Dinner for Immaculate Heart Retreat Center with Guest Speaker Billy Molls, Modern Day Mountain Man
March 27, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Please register in advance: (509) 448-1224 or visit www.ihrc.net
Seating is limited.
Tickets: $50 per person
Fulton Sheen Lenten Retreat with Dr. Peter Howard
Weekend Lenten Retreat “The Reconquest Has Begun: A Fulton Sheen Lenten Retreat”
Dr. Peter Howard March 21, 6:00 pm – March 23, 1:00 pm Please register in advance: (509) 448-1224 or visit www.ihrc.net $240 per person or $395 per couple (includes lodging and up to 5 meals)
End of Life Workshop
𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱?
Join us for this informative 𝗡𝗢 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗚𝗘 workshop at St. Charles Parish, 4515 N. Alberta St., Spokane on Saturday, March 15 and learn how to preplan for the end of life. Light refreshments provided. Workshop from 9am - 11am with Mass offered at 8:30 (optional).
𝗖𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:
𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹
𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰𝘀 & 𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲
𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀
𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴
𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀
𝗦𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗼𝗱’𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗰𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵
Please 𝗥𝗦𝗩𝗣 to help plan for food and information package folders! Contact Sr. Bernadette Pederson at 𝘣𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘱@𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘺𝘤𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘴𝘰𝘧𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘬𝘢𝘯𝘦.𝘰𝘳𝘨 or (𝟱𝟬𝟵) 𝟰𝟲𝟳-𝟱𝟰𝟵𝟲
Hearts on Fire Men's Conference 2025
Join men from around the Spokane Diocese and the Inland Northwest for a day of inspiration, faith, fellowship, and fun.
The doors at St. Thomas More, Spokane will open at 7:15 am for Mass at 7:30 am. Check-in, visiting friends, and a light brunch will follow Mass and the conference will begin promptly at 8:30 am. Keynote speaker Curtis Martin, founder of FOCUS, will lead us in reflection and call us to a life of prayer and discipleship. The day will be filled with inspirational talks, personal time to pray, worship, confession, adoration, laughter, tacos and a beer! We will conclude at 4:00 pm. Continental breakfast, hot lunch, and all conference activities are included in the ticket price. Vendors will be available.
This event is recommended for those 18 years and older. By attending this event, you consent to any photographs or video footage that may be taken for promotional purposes.
* Sponsors are needed (please contact Brian at bdkraut@dioceseofspokane.org or 509-358-7314)
First Friday Mass (with Catholic Charismatic Community)
Please join us at Our Lady of Fatima (3327 S Perry St, Spokane)
Praise & Worship at 7:00 p.m.
Holy Mass at 7:30 p.m.
Fellowship to follow.
You are welcome to bring a snack to share.
For more information call or text Arlette at 509-979-2255
Treasures of the Faith - Clarkston
Join the Catholic and Dominican Friars for Eucharistic Revival, Treasures of the Faith at Holy Family Catholic Church in Clarkston for those in the southeastern region of the diocese.
Evening begins at 5:30 pm with Stations of the Cross, with a Soup Supper to follow. Then at 7:00 pm the Dominican Friars will give a presentation on the Eucharist, expose the Blessed Sacrament for Adoration, offer confessions and display the Bl. Carlo Acutis relic.
Friday March 7, 2025 at 5:30 pm
Holy Family Catholic Church
1109 Chestnut St. Clarkston, WA 99403
98th Annual Novena of Grace
The 98th Annual Novena of Grace is a 9-day Lenten preached retreat held at St. Al's Parish in honor of the great Jesuit missionary St. Francis Xavier. It's free of charge and open to anybody, including families, and will be livestreamed. Our presenters for this year's novena are Dr. Annmarie Caño and Fr. Gilbert Sunghera, SJ presenting on the theme "The Call to Relationship". For more information visit stalschurch.org/novena-of-grace or contact the Parish Office at 509-313-5896.
Ash Wednesday Day of Prayer
Day of Prayer “Ash Wednesday: Return to Jesus”
Fr. David Anderson, SJ
March 5, 2025, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Please register in advance: (509) 448-1224 or visit www.ihrc.net
$46 per person or ($56 with room). Lunch included.
Evening Cooking Class
Evening Cooking Class
“Chef Matt’s Heavenly Kitchen: Simple Recipes, Big Flavors”
IHRC Chef Matt McDaniels
February 21, 2025, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Please register in advance: (509) 448-1224 or visit www.ihrc.net
Individuals: $46, Couples: $90
Wholehearted25 Women's Conference: Oil for Our Lamps
WHOLEHEARTED25 Oil for our Lamps
Saturday, February 8, 2025 8-4:30
New this year are more options to experience the warmth of being in the presence of Jesus and the fine women of the diocese.
Wholehearted Spokane--The original event at St. Joseph's in Otis Orchards. 300 tickets go on sale January 1, 2025 at 1 pm in the afternoon.
Wholehearted Connect: Chewelah--A hybrid gathering hosted by local parishes with sacraments, sisterhood, warm food, and livestream talks. 100 tickets go on sale December 13, 2024.
Find out how to share the love by hosting Wholehearted Connect at your parish on our website.
First Friday Mass (with Catholic Charismatic Community)
Please join us at Our Lady of Fatima (3327 S Perry St, Spokane)
Praise & Worship at 7:00 p.m.
Holy Mass at 7:30 p.m.
Fellowship to follow.
You are welcome to bring a snack to share.
For more information call or text Arlette at 509-979-2255
Faith & Reason Institute Presents: Rev. Robert Spitzer, SJ - Night II
How Contemporary Science and History Shed Light on the Ministry, Passion, & Resurrection of Jesus Christ
Fr Robert J. Spitzer, S.J.
Thursday, Feb 6, 7:00-8:30 pm
Barbieri Courtroom, Gonzaga Law School 127, Gonzaga University campus
Rev. Robert J. Spitzer, S.J. Ph.D., is a Jesuit priest, teacher, author, and lecturer on topics ranging from ethics, philosophy, and the relationship between modern physics and Christian faith. Fr. Spitzer has academic degrees from the Gregorian University and the Weston School (Cambridge), and a Ph.D. in Philosophy from the Catholic University of America and has taught philosophy and business ethics at Georgetown University and Seattle University.
Fr Spitzer led Gonzaga University as President from 1998 to 2009, at which time he significantly increased programs and curricula in faith, ethics, service, and leadership, guided efforts to build 20 new facilities, increased the student population by 75%, raised more than $200 million for scholarships and capital projects, and founded the Gonzaga Faith & Reason Institute.
Fr Spitzer has made many television appearances and currently appears weekly on EWTN in “Father Spitzer’s Universe.” Among Fr. Spitzer’s many works are the books The Soul’s Upward Yearning: Clues to Our Transcendent Nature from Experience and Reason; The Light Shines on in The Darkness: Transforming Suffering through Faith; New Proofs for the Existence of God: Contributions to Late Twentieth Century Physics and Philosophy; Evidence for God from Contemporary Science and Philosophy, and the recently released Science at the Doorstep to God: Science and Reason in Support of God, the Soul, and Life after Death (Ignatius 2023).
Fr Spitzer currently directs the Magis Center on Science, Reason, and Faith, which offers Fr. Spitzer’s unique take on the complementarity of faith & reason as found in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition and in dialogue with contemporary philosophy and natural science.
Faith & Reason Institute Presents: Rev. Robert Spitzer, SJ - Night I
Making Sense of the Old Testament in Light of Contemporary Science & the Moral Teaching of Jesus
Fr Robert J. Spitzer, S.J.
Wednesday, Feb 5, 7:00-8:30 pm
Globe Room, Cataldo, Gonzaga University campus
Former Gonzaga President and well-known Catholic author and speaker Fr Robert J. Spitzer, S.J. returns to Gonzaga University for a series on Faith, Science, and the Bible. Fr Spitzer's recent book Science, Reason, and Faith: Discovering the Bible (Our Sunday Visitor, 2023) addresses issues often cited as evidence for purported conflicts between science and the Bible: the historicity of biblical events, creation, evolution, miracles, the resurrection of Jesus. The purpose of the Faith, Science, and the Bible series is to engage Bible-science issues and explore reasons for trusting the truth and authority of the scriptures. Fr Spitzer and other guest speakers will offer talks addressing key dimensions of the Bible-science relationship.
Annual Lourdes Novena for Healing
Monday, February 3rd, 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 4th, 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 5th, 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, February 6th, 5:30 p.m.
Friday, February 7th, 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 8th, 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, February 9th, 4:00 p.m.
Monday, February 10th, 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 11th, 5:30 p.m.
