Young Adult Evening Prayer - School Sisters of Notre Dame
2026-01-27 20:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Online Event
Young adults ages 18-45 are invited to pray online together with members of the North American Vocation Team, other sisters and young adults from across the U.S. and Canada, on Tuesday, January 27 from 8-9 p.m. Eastern Time via Zoom.
Experience evening prayer in the gentle rhythm of the Liturgy of the Hours (psalms, scripture and intercessions), with time for faith sharing in breakout groups.
Please register in advance for the Zoom link here. For questions, please contact sisters@ssnd.org.

Falling in Love with Creation - Day Retreat
2026-01-30 09:30 - 16:00 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
Responding to the Wonders and Cries of Mother Earth
Come explore all the wonders freely offered to nourish our minds, bodies, and spirits…and return home with several concrete steps we can take to live in good relationship with our Mother Earth — giving and taking. As author Robin W Kimmerer says: “All flourishing is mutual.” The day will include time for presentation, small group sharing, journaling, and walking in the beauty of Bon Secours. Lunch is included. Guided by Annie Hisle.

Wine Tasting
2026-02-01 15:00 - 18:00 | Our Lady of Grace, 18310 Middletown Road, Parkton, MD, 21120, United States
Join us for our annual Wine Tasting event sponsored by Cranbrook Liquors and hosted by Our Lady of Grace. Sunday, February 1st from 3-6pm. Wine, craft spirits, champagne, and delicious hors d’oeuvres. All proceeds benefit OLG.

Think, Thank, Pray, and Love - Day Retreat
2026-02-04 09:30 - 15:00 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
Friends Day of Prayer
Spirituality is our way of living in relationship with God. We recognize our spirituality from the outside in. Spirituality on the outside refers to practices where we reach out to God and God can reach us. When we turn to spiritual practices, we are opening ourselves to whatever influence these practices have on our relationship with God, and in turn, on how we live the rest of our lives. This Friends Day of Prayer will examine four practices — think, thank, pray, and love — that can enable us to sustain an intimacy with God through our own suffering and through our role of caring for those who are suffering.
All are welcome to attend the Friends Day of Prayer retreats, held monthly on the first Wednesday of the month. It is not required to attend every month, so register for one or more sessions as your schedule allows. While the presenters and topics vary, each Friends Day of Prayer typically includes pastries and informal conversation at 9:30am, a morning presentation at 10am, an optional Mass, a delicious lunch, short periods of free time to enjoy the grounds or shop in the bookstore, and an afternoon presentation. Guided by Rev. Rich Gula, P.S.S.

Mass for Solidarity with the Bishops and Faithful of Africa
2026-02-04 16:00 | Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, 400 Michigan Avenue, Northeast, Washington, D.C. , 20017, United States
Mass for Solidarity with the Bishops and Faithful of Africa
February 4, 2026
4 p.m.
The Mass will be celebrated on February 4, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. The Main Celebrant will be Bishop David J. Malloy of Rockford, Illinois, and a Member of the USCCB’s Committee on International Justice and Peace, with Bishop Stephen Dami Mamza of Yola, Nigeria, and 1st Vice President of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM), serving as homilist.

Lower School Open House at SJS-Fullerton
2026-02-05 16:30 - 18:30 | St. Joseph Fullerton, 8420 Belair Rd, Baltimore, MD 21236, Baltimore, Maryland, 21236, United States
Welcoming prospective families for Pre-K4 through 5th grades for the 2026-2027 school year!
We invite you to visit our beautiful campus, step into our classrooms, and speak with our teachers, faculty & parents. Learn about student life, including athletics, clubs and activities while touring our school.
Advance registration is appreciated: https://bit.ly/VisitSJSFeb5th.
We can’t wait to meet you!

VIRTUAL Continuing Education for Spiritual Directors
2026-02-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom (Online)
God’s Recreation of the New Day: Morning Retreat on Zoom for Spiritual Directors
The essence of God is love. We invite all spiritual directors to a morning of recreation and renewal. Through communal and personal prayer, we will create space and time to let God surround us with love. As part of the day, participants will be given the option to join in small groups to share how God lives and moves in our work and in our personal lives. The morning will include a guided meditation, centering prayer, and an opportunity for questions and discussion. Facilitated by Donna Bilek.
This is a virtual program, open to all spiritual directors. When registering for this virtual program, please provide the email address to which we should send the Zoom Meeting link. If you don’t receive the Zoom Meeting information by the day before the session, please contact the Welcome Center at 410-442-3120.

Grief Retreat
2026-02-07 09:30 - 16:00 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
The Revolution of Openness: Experiencing Grief and Loss in a New Era
The concept of grieving the loss of loved ones as a journey allows human beings to understand the healing process in stages, with accompanying tasks, and with needs that are both universal and unique. Yet there are many faces to grief and many ways of expressing it. Living in a post pandemic world, grieving as we know it has changed in innumerable ways. As we continue to emerge and move into this new era of living, our experiences of loss, change, and transitions — both as individuals and in communities — have been incredibly impacted. This compels us to intentionally recognize our emotions and reflect upon our experiences to heal and move forward in empowered ways. And, in solidarity with each other, we can bravely make steps toward openness to the powerful transformation these losses and our grief work can lead us to.
Join us for this one-day retreat as we gather together for deep listening, meaningful dialogue, and other contemplative exercises as a means of expressing our grief. Various resources will be offered to uplift participants on their journey as they consider their respective stories. Additionally, opportunities for considering some of the sacred tasks inherent to grieving the loss of loved ones and other significant transitions will be included. Please bring along a journal for use during the retreat. Lunch is included. Guided by Gordon Creamer.

Jazz Cabaret
2026-02-07 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Louis, 12500 Clarksville Pike, Clarksville, Maryland, 21029
Our popular Jazz Cabaret Series takes on a fresh twist by blending the program’s traditional vocal performances with the thrilling return of last season’s dueling keyboardists. Prepare to be mesmerized as the fingers of Asriel Davis and Isaiah Shim fly over the keys, showcasing exceptional technique and improvisational flair. Fan favorites Erin Wegner Brooks and Montel Butler, alongside Grammy-winning Tynan Davis, join them on stage in a dazzling program that mixes prepared repertoire, on-the-spot improvisation, and even audience requests.
Visit https://www.stlconcertseries.org/jazz for tickets and full program details.
Location: St. Louis Church Social Hall (12500 Clarksville Pike, Clarksville, MD 21029)
Admission: $30 in advanced, $35 at the door
Beer and wine will be available for purchase.

Lumen Ecclesiae
2026-02-07 19:00 - 21:30 | Ss. Philip and James Catholic Church, 2801 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD, 21218, United States
Lumen Ecclesiae
Holy Hour led by Dominican Friars
7:00PM
Candlelit Adoration accompanied by praise & worship music, confessions.
Social & Discussion
Following the Holy Hour, a brief social for young adults, ages 21-35, begins in the parish hall. Then, a lively discussion on different theological topics is moderated by Fr. Maximilian.
SS. PHILIP & JAMES CHURCH
2801 North Charles St.
Baltimore, MD 21218

Celebrate Black History Month
2026-02-08 15:00 - 16:30 | St. Katharine Drexel, 8428 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD, 21702, United States
Celebrate Black History Month
Sunday, February 8, 3:00-4:30
Saint Katharine Drexel Catholic Church
8428 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD
Fr. Anthony Bozeman, SSJ and the Washington Women’s Chorale will lead us in an afternoon of music and inspiration as we celebrate Black History Month.
We hope you will join us for this free event!

Misión Pre-Cuaresmal de Renovación
2026-02-09 - 2026-02-10 | St. John the Evangelist (Frederick), 112 E. Second St., Frederick, MD
Misión Pre-Cuaresmal de Renovación Católica del Pastoral
Con el Exponente Nacional Nick De La Torre

Presidente de Awaken Catholic
Autor de The Eucharist: The Ultimate Love Story Unveiled
Conductor de “ The Awaken Catholic Show,” y “Morning Joy”

Febrero 9-10
7:00pm- 9:00pm
Presentación en Español
Campus de San Juan
(En la Ilgesia)
No se requiere registro.

Blessed Assurance: This is Our Story
2026-02-09 18:00 - 21:00 | The Saint John Paul II National Shrine, 3900 Harewood Road NE, Washington, DC, 20017, United States
Blessed Assurance: This is Our Story
Saint John Paul II National Shrine, Washington, DC
Monday, Feb 9 from 6 pm to 9 pm EST
Black History Month celebration with the screening a documentary on the six Black Catholics on the path to Sainthood.

Come celebrate Black History Month as we discuss the importance of telling the empowering story of Black Catholics and how their presence in the Church has impacted the Catholic faith and beyond. There will be a special screening of the new Black Catholic documentary, Trailblazers of Faith: The Legacy of African American Catholics. We will also discuss the upcoming documentary series, and premier the trailer for, Black Catholics: Footsteps to Sainthood, which will air on Catholic TV in spring 2026.
Learn more and register here!

Lenten Revival
2026-02-11 - 2026-02-12 | St. John the Evangelist (Frederick), 112 E. Second St., Frederick, MD
PASTORATE PRE- LENTEN MISSION OF CATHOLIC REVIVAL
National Speaker Nick De La Torre

President of Awaken Catholic
Author of The Eucharist: The Ultimate Love Story Unveiled
Host of “ The Awaken Catholic Show,” and “Morning Joy”

February 11-12
7:00pm- 9:00pm
Presentation in English
St. John’s Campus
(In the Church)
No registration required

Virtual Catholic Advocacy Day
2026-02-11 | MD
Virtual Catholic Advocacy Day
Everyone is invited to participate and it’s easy! It takes just 3 minutes to put your faith into action on Advocacy Day – February 11, 2026. Visit: Action Center – Maryland Catholic Conference to begin outreach to your state lawmakers. Outreach will include proposed legislation on life, education, and social and economic justice topics. Parishioners just sign and send messages to their legislators on the issues they choose. We do all the heavy work! Put your faith into action.
Bulletin and social media resources: Catholic Advocacy Day – Maryland Catholic Conference

Black History Month Schools Mass
2026-02-11 09:00 | St. Matthew, 5401 Loch Raven Blvd, Baltimore, 21239-2902, United States
Black History Month Schools Mass
February 11, 2026
9 am
St. Matthew Catholic Church
5401 Loch Raven Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21239
Schools should bring canned goods for the Franciscan Center.
The Franciscan Center will have a half-hour program in the hall for the school children.

A History of the Augustinian Order Webinar Series
2026-02-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Event
Please join the Lay Augustinians on Wednesday, February 11 at 7:00 PM for the first part of a four-part series about the history of the Order of St. Augustine and the development of Augustinianism from the death of St. Augustine in the fifth century to approximately the close of the fifteenth century, when the Order reached the height of its theological, intellectual, and cultural influence. Rather than treating the Order as a static institution, the series emphasizes a continuous historical narrative, tracing how Augustinian ideals were received, adapted, and institutionalized across changing social, political, and ecclesial contexts. Particular attention will be given to the antecedents inherited from late antiquity, the gradual formation of Augustinian life as a mendicant order, the conditions that allowed Augustinianism to flourish, and a series of sentinel events and foundational documents that have come to serve as touchstones for the Order’s identity.
The material is divided into four primary sections, each corresponding to a distinct phase in the historical development of the Western Church and its evolving reception of Augustinian thought. Taken together, these sections aim to demonstrate both continuity and transformation within the Augustinian tradition across a millennium of Christian history.
Register here!

IHM Concert Series: The U.S. Naval Academy Band Brass Quintet
2026-02-15 16:00 | Immaculate Heart of Mary, 8501 Loch Raven Boulevard, Towson, 21286, United States
IHM Concert Series: The U.S. Naval Academy Band Brass Quintet
“The Navy’s Oldest and Finest” has been providing music for the Brigade of Midshipmen and the local community since 1852. Join us as the brass quintet presents an exciting concert of works from the 18th century to the modern day.

Cabaret-Style Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday Fellowship Feast
2026-02-17 18:30 | St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 1501 E. Oliver Street, Baltimore, 21213, United States
Join us for a Cabaret-Style Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday Fellowship Feast on Tuesday, February 17, immediately following the 5:30 p.m. Mass.
Come enjoy Hot Flapjacks and all the Fixins—on us! Bring your family, bring a friend, and let’s celebrate in fellowship before we begin our Lenten journey.

40 Days For Life Annapolis - Spring Campaign
2026-02-18 - 2026-03-29 | 929 West Street Annapolis, 929 West Street, Annapolis, MD, United States
Be a voice for vulnerable pre-born babies and their mothers by praying and fasting to end abortion! Stand vigil with us outside Planned Parenthood of Annapolis for just one hour during our spring campaign.
Be a sign of help, hope, and life to a mother who thinks she has no other options. Former abortion workers report that up to 75% of abortion appointments are “no shows” when people are praying outside an abortion clinic.

Ash Wednesday Day of Prayer
2026-02-18 09:30 - 16:00 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
Rend your heart not your garments, and return to the Lord, your God.” (Joel 2:13)
These words from the prophet Joel invite us to take an inward journey during the 40 days of Lent to search our hearts as to where we stand with God and our neighbor and to enter more deeply into the Mystery of God’s love.
Join us for a quiet day of prayer as we begin the sacred Lenten season. The atmosphere for the day will be reverent silence, which allows us to more deeply encounter God and be attuned to God’s promptings. It will begin with reflective input by Sr. Bernie, followed by time for private prayer and reflection, lunch in silence, the option of walking the labyrinth or beautiful grounds, journaling, or just relaxing with God. There will be an opportunity to attend Ash Wednesday liturgy with distribution of ashes, if you wish. The day will conclude with participants coming together to name the blessings of the day and to join in a closing prayer. This is a day of silence. Lunch is included. Guided by Sr. Bernadette Claps, CBS.

Lenten Friday Fish Frys
2026-02-20 16:00 - 19:00 | St. Jane Frances (Parish Hall), 8513 St. Jane Drive, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Join Knights of Columbus Council 10966 Fridays throughout Lent for our famous Lenten Fish Frys! Fish Frys will be held on Fridays February 20 & 27 and March 6, 20 & 27 from 4 pm to 7 pm in the St. Jane Frances Parish Hall in Riviera Beach, MD. Each dinner purchased includes your choice of delicious, fried seafood, 2 sides, roll, and coffee or iced tea. Dinners may be purchased for dine in or carry out. Proceeds fund the Council’s activities that benefit the Church and community. *No Fish Fry on March 13 (St. Patrick’s Day Bazaar) or April 3 (Good Friday). See website for details.

Black History Month Retreat Day
2026-02-21 09:30 - 16:00 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
Sacred Worth: Embracing Our Intuition, Releasing Our Gifts
We are thrilled to welcome back the amazing Renee Harrison for another engaging day as we explore the past to see how enslaved people, guided by their intuition, harnessed their power and shared their gifts to create change in American history during the 17th–19th centuries. How did they persevere during uncertain times? How did they navigate through chaos and trauma, using their talents to inspire themselves and others? What lessons can we learn from their ingenuity, and how does exploring this creativity motivate us to use our own gifts today? This workshop will include storytelling, self-discovery activities, group affirmation, and connecting our talents to what we will define together as the greater good. We end the day with an indoor “treasure hunt” and an imaginative gift-giving ritual. Don’t miss one of our most popular retreats of the year! Guided by Dr. Renee K. Harrison.
Please wear warm, comfortable clothes. There will be minimal indoor walking and no outdoor activities. Also, please bring a small item from your home that reminds you of your gifts, dreams, or talents.

MSJ Bull and Oyster Roast
2026-02-21 17:00 - 22:00 | Mount St. Joseph High School, 4403 Frederick Ave., Baltimore, MD, 21229, United States
Mt. St. Joseph Alumni Association’s annual event to be held Feb 21, 5-10 pm, in the Memorial Gym. Tickets: $80/person or $700/table of 10. Contact tmorano@msjnet.edu.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Centennial Gala
2026-02-21 18:00 - 22:00 | Vignon Manor Farm, 425 Darlington Road, Havre De Grace, MD, 21078, United States
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Centennial Gala
You are invited to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel’s Centennial celebration. This gala is a signature celebration honoring 100 years of faith, academic excellence, and community at Our Lady of Mount Carmel School. This special evening brings together alumni, parents, parishioners, and friends to reflect on the school’s rich history while investing in the future of Catholic education in Essex. Proceeds from the gala directly support tuition assistance, academic programs, and campus initiatives that ensure our students continue to thrive for generations to come. Through fellowship, gratitude, and generosity, the Centennial Eve Gala marks both a milestone and a renewed commitment to our mission. Please see the flyer for more information and register here.

Virtual Lenten Journey Mini-Retreat
2026-02-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Zoom (Online)
As Lent begins its perennial unfolding this February, you are invited to gather virtually to mark this sacred period of deepening faith, wrestling questions, and responding to the Holy One’s call within our lives. In community, we will engage in contemplative practices with Sacred Scripture, such as lectio divina (with some contemporary nuances), while also personally reflecting upon what our respective intentions for this annual journey might behold. Dedicated time for creatively expressing these intentions will take shape through writing prompts, group discussion, and moments of prayer. We will also consider ancient and non-traditional Lenten practices that might enhance our journey this year. Music will also be included in celebration of this time together.
However you observe this transformative season, we hope you will join us and participate in this online program. Wherever you find yourself as Lent commences, this opportunity for beginning anew — together in solidarity and deep presence — awaits you.
This is a virtual program. When registering for this virtual program, please provide the email address to which we should send the Zoom Meeting link. If you don’t receive the Zoom Meeting information by the day before the session, please contact the Welcome Center at 410-442-3120. Guided by Gordon Creamer.

St. Francis Xavier Revival
2026-02-24 - 2026-02-26 | St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 1501 E. Oliver Street, Baltimore, 21213, United States
Save the date!
St. Francis Xavier Revival 2026
February 24–26, 2026
Historic Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church
1501 E. Oliver Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21213
More details coming soon!

Young Adult Evening Prayer - School Sisters of Notre Dame
2026-02-24 20:00 - 21:00 | Online Event
Young adults ages 18-45 are invited to pray online together with members of the North American Vocation Team, other sisters and young adults from across the U.S. and Canada, on Tuesday, February 24 from 8-9 p.m. via Zoom.
Experience evening prayer in the gentle rhythm of the Liturgy of the Hours (psalms, scripture and intercessions), with time for faith sharing in breakout groups.
Please register in advance for the Zoom link here. For questions, please contact sisters@ssnd.org.

Fish Fry
2026-02-27 15:00 - 19:00 | St. Mary of the Assumption (Pylesville), 1021 St. Mary's Road, Pylesville, MD, 21132, United States
St. Mary of the Assumption
1021 St Marys Road, Pylesville, MD 21132
February 27, 3-7 p.m.
March 20, 3-7 p.m.
Battered fish/breaded butterfly shrimp platter $17, Breaded butterfly shrimp platter $13, Battered fish platter $13 (all platters come with fries, cole slaw, applesauce, roll, and drink), Battered fish sandwich only $10, Kids Meal (Macaroni and cheese with fries) $5, Desserts available for purchase from Belles of St. Mary’s
Contact: 443-617-2803
Carry-out available

Entering the House of Love - Lenten Weekend Retreat
2026-02-27 16:00 - 2026-03-01 13:00 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
The Lenten journey is a rich invitation to listen more deeply to God’s call within and to respond more fully and freely with all of our being. The spiritual writer Henri Nouwen describes the spiritual life as being a movement out of the “house of fear into the house of love.” In this early-Lenten retreat, we will explore the healing transformation that Jesus opens up for us, bringing us back to an awareness of who and whose we are in God’s loving heart, out of places of fear, shame and brokenness. Through prayer, shared silence, and group reflection on Scripture and Nouwen’s wisdom — and nurturing, safe space to be ourselves — we will seek together, in the words of the Sisters of Bon Secours, the “warm human features of Christ” who beckons us on our Lenten journey to follow Him and be healed. This will be a modified silent retreat, with some periods of silence and other portions inviting sharing among participants. Guided by Amy Sorensen Kulesa.
Check-in begins at 4pm. There will be a brief welcome session at 5:30pm, followed by dinner at 6pm. The retreat begins after dinner at 7pm on Friday and concludes after lunch on Sunday. Mass will be available Sunday morning for those who wish to attend.
