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OCIA-The Path to the Eucharist
2026-02-11 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-02-18 11:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
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

St. Vincent De Paul NW Dayton Monthly Meeting
2026-02-11 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | St. Paul Church with Map, 1000 W. Wenger Road, Dayton, OH, 45322, United States
Our St. Vincent DePaul group meets on the second Wednesday of every Month, with the exception of July, which is our annual social. We meet at St. Paul’s Church in Rosary Hall at 6:30 pm We welcome new members or just those interested in learning more about our ministry. I would be the contact person, Bonnie Vitangeli, at 937-219-0271 or bvitangeli@att.net

OCIA-The Path to the Eucharist
2026-02-11 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-02-18 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

Knights of Columbus
2026-02-11 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | St. Paul Church with Map, 1000 W. Wenger Road, Dayton, OH, 45322, United States
For more information on the Knights of Columbus, contact Mike Nieport: 937-305-6886.

Friday Hour
2026-02-13 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-02-20 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Precious Blood Church with Map, 4961 Salem Avenue, Dayton, OH, United States

Community Fish Fry at St. Paul
2026-02-13 18:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | St. Paul Church with Map, 1000 W. Wenger Road, Dayton, OH, 45322, United States
Got cagin fever? Join us for St. Paul’s Community Fish Fry in Pilliod Hall.
St. Paul’s annual fish fry will begin at 6:00 pm with carry-outs starting at 5:30 pm. The evening includes all-you-can-eat hand-dipped cod made to order by the Knights of Columbus Marian Council. This event is a long-standing crowd favorite, featuring games of chance, raffles, and a silent auction. You must be 21 and over to attend.
Learn more about St. Paul Parish in Englewood.
The symbolism behind Fish Fry Fridays.

First Friday Mass for Healing and Annointing
2026-02-13 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Emmanuel, 149 franklin st., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
NOTE: The February Mass for Healing has been moved later by one week to accommodate Fr. Vincent’s schedule.
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.

Sweetheart Dinner Dance
2026-02-14 18:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Curran Place, 1700 St. Patterson Blvd, Dayton, OH, 45469, United States
Marriage Uncorked invites you and your spouse or fiancé to our annual Sweetheart Dinner Dance on Saturday, February 14th from 6-10pm! This event will be held at the Curran Place, 1700 S. Patterson Blvd. in Dayton. There will be dinner, dancing, a cash bar and prizes.
Tickets for the event are $50 and can be purchased by contacting Rachel Bond at marriageuncorked@gmail.com. Please also include your tablemate requests in the email! The deadline to purchase tickets is 1/31. New this year, if you would like to sponsor your priest as a dinner guest, please let us know when you RSVP. Please see the flyer for more details on the event. We hope you can join us! Save the date for our next event on March 14th.

No Children's Faith Formation-President's Day Weekend
2026-02-15 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 Emmanuel
2026-02-15 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.

OCIA-The Path to the Eucharist
2026-02-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Holy Trinity Campus, 272 Bainbridge Street, Dayton, ohio, 45402, United States

Miraculous Medal Novena
2026-02-16 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-02-23 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.

Stephen Ministry Meeting
2026-02-16 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.

Miraculous Medal Novena
2026-02-17 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.

Weekly Fish Fry Carryout at St. Paul
2026-02-20 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).

Fish Fry at Holy Trinity
2026-02-20 16:30 - 23:00 (America/New_York)
Join us at Holy Trinity for a Fish Fry dinner the first Friday of Lent!
Carryout dinners from 4:30 to 5:30 pm. Doors open at 6:00 pm, dinner served until 8:30 pm. Games and fellowship from 7:00 to 11:00 pm.

Vespers at Emmanuel
2026-02-20 18:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Join Us in Praying the Liturgy of the Hours
Hear the echo of the chime. Watch the flicker of the candle. Smell the
incense as it rises. Begin your Lent with a beautiful tradition that is both
ancient and perpetually new. Anyone who can hum can chant. Take a few
minutes out of the hectic pace of life to experience the authenticity and
holiness of praying Vespers.
What is Vespers?
Vespers, or Evening Prayer, is part of the centuries-old tradition of the
Liturgy of the Hours, which is the daily prayer of the Church. It uses the
Psalms and other biblical texts. Morning Prayer (Lauds) and Evening Prayer
(Vespers) are the two most important hours. The Liturgy of the Hours is a
way to mark the time, to sanctify it, and to pray without ceasing.
The Liturgy of the Hours consists mostly of praying the Psalms. Jesus and
the Apostles prayed the psalms, at home, in the synagogue, and in the
Temple, especially in community, and at regular times in the morning,
afternoon, and evening. The Psalter was Jesus’ prayer book. Early Christians
understood that the Psalms referred to Jesus and the Holy Spirit, and they
wanted to maintain the tradition of praying together as a means for
sanctifying the day. Christians have been praying the Hours for over 2000
years.

Stations of the Cross at Emmanuel
2026-02-20 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.

PraiseFest: Adoration for Teens
2026-02-20 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | St. Joseph Catholic Church, 411 East Second Street, Dayton
An Evening of Prayer
and Adoration for Teens
@St. Joseph Church on the third Friday of every month, from 7:00-10:00 pm
Praisefest is an evening of adoration, prayer, confession, and fellowship for teens ages 13 through high school seniors. This month’s Praisefest is Friday, January 17th, from 7-10pm at
St Joseph Catholic Church. Please contact Nicole Bartz with any questions at 937-956-8999.

Soup & Salvation
2026-02-21 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Join us on Friday, February 27 and Friday, March 27 at Emmanuel for a light dinner and fellowship before Stations of the Cross. Supper begins at 5:30 pm. Please bring a meatless soup to share. Bread and drinks are provided.

Spirit Day for Confirmation Candidates
2026-02-21 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Emmanuel, 149 franklin st., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Spirit Day with sponsors for Confirmation.

Adoration & Benediction at St. Joseph
2026-02-21 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
2026-02-21 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 - No class for 7 & 8 grade
2026-02-22 09:00 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | St. Paul Church with Map, 1000 W. Wenger Road, Dayton, OH, 45322, United States

High School Youth Group at St. Paul
2026-02-22 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!
January 18 – Catholics and the Bible
January 25 – Divine Revelation
February 1 – Origins of the Bible & Psalms
February 22 – The Pentateuch
March 1 – New Testament & Epistles
