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OCIA-The Path to the Eucharist
2026-03-18 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-03-25 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-04-01 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | St. Paul Church with Map, 1000 W. Wenger Road, Dayton, OH, 45322, United States
OCIA: Each group will be using the “Foundations of Faith: A Journey through the Catechism of the Catholic Church” series from Ascension. Cost for the workbook and internet access to the videos is $40. Scholarships will be offered on an as-needed basis.
Join the Journey, Become a Sponsor
Persons from the parish are encouraged to become part of the lives of our initiates by becoming involved in OCIA. Why be a sponsor? Christ calls us to “go and make disciples of all nation.” Being an OCIA sponsor for someone on their journey to be fully initiated into the Church is a wonderful opportunity to answer Christ’s call. Additionally, walking with someone learning about the Catholic faith is a great way to grow in your own faith. Expectations of a Sponsor

Praying for you candidate on a regular basis
Attending mass weekly
Attending a sponsor training session (Time: TBD)
Attending a majority of weekly OCIA meetings
(Classes run September – May)
Meeting regularly with your candidate to encourage, accompany and invite to parish happenings
Contact: Lynda Middleton – 937-228-1223, via email : lyndamiddleton9@gmail.com

Download the Syllabus

Weekly Fish Fry Carryout at St. Paul
2026-03-20 05:30 - 19:00, 2026-03-27 05:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Join the Knights of Columbus #3754 for carryout Lenten fish fry dinners! $15 per meal, which includes fries and coleslaw (extra $2 per piece of fish).

Friday Hour
2026-03-20 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-27 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Precious Blood Church with Map, 4961 Salem Avenue, Dayton, OH, United States

Stations of the Cross at Emmanuel
2026-03-20 19:00, 2026-03-27 19:00 (America/New_York)
Join us at Emmanuel for Stations of the Cross at 7:00 pm on Fridays during Lent.
On February 27 and March 27, Emmanuel will host a Soup Supper from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.
On March 13, Emmanuel will present Living Stations, a prayerful, dramatic reenactment of Our Lord’s passion performed by the children of Emmanuel and St. Gaspar.
Everyone is invited to these evenings of prayer, fellowship, and reflection during Lent.

Adoration & Benediction at St. Joseph
2026-03-21 12:30 - 16:00, 2026-03-28 12:30 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Lenten Adoration
Saturdays during Lent, after Noon Mass, at St. Joseph Church
Spend some time with our Lord this Lent. There will be Adoration and
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament on Saturdays during Lent at
St. Joseph Church following the Noon Mass until 4:00 pm. There will
be private meditation as well as occasional group prayer as follows:
12:30 Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, followed by the Rosary
2:00 Seven Offerings of the Most Precious Blood
3:00 Divine Mercy Chaplet and Prayer to the Divine Mercy
3:30 Rosary – Sorrowful Mysteries
3:50 Benediction followed by opportunity for Confession
Come for an hour, or just drop in for a few minutes whenever you can
for personal prayer before our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. He’ll be
waiting for you!

Monthly Trivia Night
2026-03-21 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Precious Blood Church with Map, 4961 Salem Avenue, Dayton, OH, United States
Come on by, even if you haven’t joined us yet. We continue to have a great time each month–so come join us as a team, a couple, or an individual. Whether you know a lot of trivia or not, everyone will be able to contribute as Dean Roll, the Trivia Shark, will present a wide range of general trivia questions. Everyone from the St. Gasper community is invited! Donation is $5.00 per person—used to help provide prizes after each trivia round and for the overall winning team. You are welcome to bring snacks and drinks if you desire, and we’ll provide some too.

Children's Faith Formation
2026-03-22 09:00 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | St. Paul Church with Map, 1000 W. Wenger Road, Dayton, OH, 45322, United States
Children’s Faith Formation classes at our St. Paul Campus begins September 21st. Classes are for grades Pre-K- 8th grade, and are designed for children attending public school. Classes are Sunday morning 9:00-10:15 and are held at St. Paul. Classes include 1st Reconciliation and 1st Communion prep for 2nd grade and Confirmation prep for 7th & 8th grade.

Class fees are $85 per child before Sept 21st and $95 after Sept 21st.
There is a max fee of $300 per family.
There is an additional $40 fee for those in Sacramental prep.

Follow this link to register online, or scan the QR code on the left:
https://www.wesharegiving.org/App/Form/1c5b9d00-658f-487a-9ce5-980f2e20ee4b

Donut Sunday at St. Rita
2026-03-22 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-03-29 09:30 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | St. Rita Church, 5401 N Main Street, Dayton, Ohio, 45416, United States
Join us for coffee and donuts at St. Rita, every Sunday, after the 8:30 am Mass.

OCIA-The Path to the Eucharist
2026-03-22 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-29 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Holy Trinity Campus, 272 Bainbridge Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
OCIA stands for Order of Christian Initiation of Adults. It is the process by which baptized Christians and unbaptized persons can learn more and join the Catholic Church. Three opportunities for OCIA will be available this year in the St. Gaspar family of parishes starting in September:

Holy Trinity: Wednesdays at 11:45 am, starting September 3
St. Paul: Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm, starting September 3
Holy Trinity: Sundays at 12:00 noon, starting September 7

Each group will be using the “Foundations of Faith: A Journey through the Catechism of the Catholic Church” series from Ascension. Cost for the workbook and internet access to the videos is $40. Scholarships will be offered on an as-needed basis.
Join the Journey, Become a Sponsor
Persons from the parish are encouraged to become part of the lives of our initiates by becoming involved in OCIA. Why be a sponsor? Christ calls us to “go and make disciples of all nation.” Being an OCIA sponsor for someone on their journey to be fully initiated into the Church is a wonderful opportunity to answer Christ’s call. Additionally, walking with someone learning about the Catholic faith is a great way to grow in your own faith. Expectations of a Sponsor

Praying for you candidate on a regular basis
Attending mass weekly
Attending a sponsor training session (Time: TBD)
Attending a majority of weekly OCIA meetings
(Classes run September – May)
Meeting regularly with your candidate to encourage, accompany and invite to parish happenings
Contact: Lynda Middleton – 937-228-1223, via email : lyndamiddleton9@gmail.com

Download the Syllabus

High School Youth Group at St. Paul
2026-03-22 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Join us as we discover Scripture!
Our high school youth group is a welcoming community where teens can grow in faith, friendship, and service. Each week, we gather to explore the teachings of the Church, strengthen our relationship with Christ, and share in fellowship with one another. All high school students are invited to join—come as you are and be part of something meaningful!
March 1- Pentateuch
March 8- New Testament and Epistles

Miraculous Medal Novena
2026-03-23 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-03-30 11:30 - 12:30 UTC | St. Rita Church
Join St. Gaspar Family of Parishes at St. Rita Church for the Miraculous Medal Novena every Monday, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. The Novena will not be held on any Monday that falls on a civic holiday.

Stations of the Cross & Soup Supper at Precious Blood
2026-03-24 18:30 (America/New_York)
Join us at Precious Blood for Stations of the Cross at 6:30 pm, followed by a Soup Supper. Everyone is invited to this Lenten evening of prayer and fellowship with the St. Gaspar Family of Parishes.

Miraculous Medal Novena
2026-03-24 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-31 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Emmanuel, 149 franklin st., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us every Tuesday from 7:00–8:00 PM for Adoration and Benediction, a cherished tradition celebrated at Emmanuel for nearly 60 years.

OCIA-The Path to the Eucharist
2026-03-25 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-04-01 11:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York)

Stations of the Cross at St. Joseph Church
2026-03-25 12:30, 2026-04-01 12:30 (America/New_York)
Join us at St. Joseph for Stations of the Cross following noon Mass, Wednesdays during Lent, starting February 25th.

St. Gaspar Parish Mission: Beloved Disciples & Everyday Evangelists
2026-03-25 18:45 - 21:00, 2026-03-26 18:45 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | St. Joseph Catholic Church, 411 East Second Street, Dayton
“As the Father loves me, so I also love you.” – Jesus (Jn 15:9)
In the love of Jesus Christ we know our true identity: precious and beloved by the Most Blessed Trinity and valued at the price of the Blood of Jesus! This two-night parish mission led by Fr. Patrick Gonyeau will focus on living in our identity in Christ and, through the power of the Holy Spirit, living as everyday evangelists who light up the world with the love of Jesus Christ.

Wednesday, March 25th

• 6:45pm: Holy Rosary
• 7:15pm: “I Knew You”
• 8:00 pm: Eucharistic Holy Hour with guided meditations

Thursday, March 26th

• 6:45pm: Holy Rosary
• 7:15pm: “Four Tips for Everyday Evangelists”
• 8:00 pm: Eucharistic Holy Hour with guided meditations

No Children's Faith Formation-Spring Break
2026-03-29 09:00 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | St. Paul Church with Map, 1000 W. Wenger Road, Dayton, OH, 45322, United States
