April Adoration & Benediction (Moved from April 2)
2026-04-09 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Precious Blood Church
*Due to the first Thursday falling on Holy Thursday, Adoration & Benediction at Precious Blood will be moved to Thursday, April 9th.
Eucharistic Adoration and Benediction is held on the first Thursday of the month at the Northwest Dayton parishes from 6:00 – 7:30 pm Please come to Adore Our Lord. The Adoration location rotates with the Saturday Masses.

Friday Hour
2026-04-10 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-04-17 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-04-24 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Precious Blood Church with Map, 4961 Salem Avenue, Dayton, OH, United States

First Friday Mass for Healing and Annointing
2026-04-10 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Emmanuel, 149 franklin st., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Mass for Healing with Anointing, on the first Friday of every month at Emmanuel, 149 Franklin St, Dayton, OH 45402, (937) 228-2013
CELEBRANT & HOST: Fr. Vincent Chembakassery
If you are sick, or have been exposed to the Flu, corona virus, etc., please be sure to bring & wear a mask.

Easter Egg Hunt at Emmanuel
2026-04-11 11:00 (America/New_York)
Contact Tanya Lee at the parish office with questions.

Marriage Date Night-- Square Dance!
2026-04-11 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York)

Children's Faith Formation
2026-04-12 09:00 - 22:30, 2026-04-19 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
2026-04-12 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-04-19 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.

Coffee and Donuts at St. Paul
2026-04-12 11:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | St. Paul Church with Map, 1000 W. Wenger Road, Dayton, OH, 45322, United States
Join St. Paul after 10:30 am Mass for Coffee and Donuts on the second Sunday of each month.

OCIA-The Path to the Eucharist
2026-04-12 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-19 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

Come Brunch with Us!
2026-04-12 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | St. Joseph Dayton, 400 E. Second Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us after the 10:30 am Mass for Brunch with Us on Sunday! This is a monthly tradition at St. Joseph that takes place on the second Sunday of the month, after the 10:30 am Mass at St. Joseph Parish Center. This is much more than coffee and donuts! Enjoy an array of homemade breakfast casseroles, rolls, muffins, and other treats.
Please consider bringing a dish to share. Items can be dropped off before Mass, starting at 10:00 am. All are welcome!

Precious Blood Companions
2026-04-12 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Precious Blood Church with Map, 4961 Salem Avenue, Dayton, OH, United States

High School Youth Group at St. Paul
2026-04-12 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-04-19 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
2026-04-13 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-04-20 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.

Miraculous Medal Novena
2026-04-14 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-21 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
2026-04-15 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-04-22 11:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York)

OCIA-The Path to the Eucharist
2026-04-15 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-04-22 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

Monthly Trivia Night
2026-04-18 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.

Donut Sunday at Emmanuel
2026-04-19 11:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Emmanuel Church, 149 franklin st., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us for fellowship and donuts! Donut Sunday is a great time to meet and fellowship with the people at your parish after Sunday Mass. All are welcome to this informal gathering that takes place after 10:30 am Sunday Mass at the school.

Stephen Ministry Meeting
2026-04-20 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | St. Paul Church with Map, 1000 W. Wenger Road, Dayton, OH, 45322, United States
Stephen Ministry is a program that trains laypeople to provide one-on-one care to people in their congregations and communities who are experiencing life difficulties. The program is based on the idea that people should love one another as Christ loves them, as stated in John 13:34.
Ministers meet on the third Wednesday of the month at St. Paul in Englewood.

Final Class - Children's Faith Formation
2026-04-26 09:00 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | St. Paul Church with Map, 1000 W. Wenger Road, Dayton, OH, 45322, United States
