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Year of the Holy Spirit Events

Holy Spirt Bible Study

Diocese of Saginaw Event Listings 

Holy Spirit Caregiver Gathering

Are you caring for a loved one at home or in a facility? Are you or someone you know in need of support on the journey of caregiving? If so, you are not alone. We invite you to attend the Holy Spirit Caregiver Support Gathering. Fellow caregivers understand the unique complexities of your position like no one else. Connect with others for encouragement, prayer, and helpful resources in a relaxing and confidential environment. All caregivers, family members, and friends are welcome. There is no cost to attend.

Tuesday, Aug. 11 at 2:00 PM
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Tuesday, Aug. 11 at 3:30 PM
Holy Spirit Parish - Parish Center
Event Contact Name Lori Becker
Event Contact Email lori@saginawhsp.org
Event Contact Phone 989.781.2457

Safe Environment Facilitated Training

Safe Environment training is required for all diocesan, parish, and school employees and volunteers in contact with minors. All are welcome. Please arrive 10 minutes early to sign in to ensure the on-time beginning of the presentation.

 

Thursday, Aug. 13 at 6:00 PM
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Thursday, Aug. 13 at 8:00 PM
Our Lady of Hope Parish
Cost
$0
Event Contact Name Stephanie Bell
Event Contact Email parish@olhclare.org
Event Contact Phone (989) 386-9862
Registration Link https://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/reg_list2.cfm?theme=0

BBQ Chicken Dinner Annual Parish Festival

BBQ Chicken Festival Dinner with raffle, silent auction, kids games

BBQ Flyer 2026

 

Sunday, Aug. 16 at 12:00 PM
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Sunday, Aug. 16 at 5:00 PM
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, St. Roch Church Parish Center
Cost
$16
Event Contact Name GEORGE AMOS
Event Contact Email olph6.27@gmail.com
Event Contact Phone 9898564933

EVENSONG 2026 - The Gifts of the Holy Spirit

EVENSONG 2026 - THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Featuring the Bishop and the Priests of the Diocese of Saginaw

Evensong is not a concert, it is a prayer.
Come and join Bishop Gruss and the Priests of the Diocese of Saginaw as they sing to the Lord. The priests will be singing and playing instruments. This event combines Music with Scripture, Sacred Tradition and visuals. You are invited to pray and sing along with our priests. Bring your friends. Everyone is welcome, there is plenty of space in the church and even two parking lots.

Thursday, Aug. 20 at 7:00 PM
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Thursday, Aug. 20 at 8:30 PM
Holy Spirit Parish
Event Contact Name Fr. Jose Cabrera and Ms. Laura Bush
Event Contact Email laurambush1@gmail.com
Event Contact Phone 989.245.7181or 989.529.0760

Safe Environment Facilitated Training

Safe Environment training is required for all diocesan, parish and school employees and volunteers in contact with minors. All are welcome. Please arrive 10 minutes early to sign in to ensure the on-time beginning of the presentation.

 

Monday, Aug. 24 at 6:00 PM
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Monday, Aug. 24 at 8:00 PM
St. Brigid Catholic School
Cost
$0
Event Contact Name Angelina Mitus
Event Contact Email amitus@stbrigid-midland.org
Event Contact Phone (989) 835-9481
Registration Link https://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/reg_list2.cfm?theme=0

The Mystery of the Dead Sea Scrolls with Fr. Cabrera

Join Father Jose Cabrera for a fascinating journey of learning about the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls and their significance for Biblical scholarship. 

His Bible Museum displays several fragments, including his most recent acquisition of a complete copy of the Great Isaiah Scroll which is the most complete of all the scrolls discovered since 1946. The original scroll is 24 feet long and dates back to the first century before Christ.

Monday, Aug. 24 at 6:30 PM
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Monday, Aug. 24 at 8:30 PM
Center for Ministry
Cost
$10
Event Contact Name Dan Osborn
Event Contact Email dosborn@diosag.org
Event Contact Phone 989.797.6662
Registration Link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-mystery-of-the-dead-sea-scrolls-with-fr-jose-c…

Celebration of the Sacrament of Matrimony Mass & Reception

"...what God has joined together..." The Diocese of Saginaw celebrates the Sacrament of Matrimony. Couples celebrating milestone anniversaries anytime in 2026 (beginning with 5 years and in 5-year increments thereafter) are welcome to join along with their children and their families. Bishop Gruss will celebrate Mass at 2:00 p.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, 5376 State St, Saginaw, and a reception will follow at the Center for Ministry, 5802 Weiss St, Saginaw. Registration is requested using the link above or by calling Kelly Hadd at 989.797.6655.

Sunday, Aug. 30 at 2:00 PM
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Sunday, Aug. 30 at 5:00 PM
St. Thomas Aquinas Parish
Event Contact Name Kelly Hadd
Event Contact Email khadd@diosag.org
Event Contact Phone 989.797.6655
Registration Link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8-30-26

Catholic Rural Life Mass with Bishop Gruss

Bishop Gruss will celebrate the unique Catholic culture of rural life with Mass and a luncheon. All are welcome! The luncheon is supported through free will offerings. Registration is encouraged.

Saturday, Sep. 19 at 11:00 AM
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Saturday, Sep. 19 at 1:00 PM
White Barn Venue
Event Contact Name Kelly Hadd
Event Contact Email khadd@diosag.org
Event Contact Phone 989.797.6655
Registration Link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9-19-2026