2008 Florida Respect Life Conference. Oct. 10-11. Location: Tallahassee, Ramada Conference Center. Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Humanae Vitae, Pope Paul VI’s Encyclical on the Sanctity of Life. If you would like to sponsor a $40 scholarship for college students to attend, contact Deacon Tim Warner at 850-596-2974. For more information: http://www.flacathconf.org/RL%20Event%20Brochure.pdf

Serra International regional fall meeting. Location: Ocean Springs, MS, St. Alphonsus Church. Oct. 11. Archbishop Thomas J. Rodi of Mobile will celebrate noon Mass. 228-875-5233.

4th Annual Fall Craft Fair: Crafters, Artists and Vendors needed! Fair is Oct. 18, 7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Christ Our Redeemer Catholic Church, Niceville. All proceeds benefit Knights of Columbus Christ Our Redeemer Council #13527 charities. Contact Vince Warsheski, 850-897-2117 or e-mail skiboom@cox.net or larryfalk1@yahoo.com for information or application. Fair includes pancake breakfast, bake sale, Christmas card sale, and more.

Considering a Certificate or Masters in Religious Education or Pastoral Studies? The Loyola Institute for Ministry, in cooperation with The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee, brings their LIMEX educational programs to sites in our diocese. Please prayerfully discern joining the LIMEX learning groups to begin January 2009! Contact the Office of Christian Formation, 436-6455 with questions. Check www.lim.loyno.edu.

Diocesan Abuse Prevention and Safe Environment Workshop- Panama City: St. Dominic, Oct. 7, 7 p.m. Diocesan Abuse Prevention Workshop will begin at start time. Safe Environment Workshop will start approximately one hour and 15 minutes later. For additional information, please contact Christian Formation at 850-436-6455 or email christianformation@ptdiocese.org.

Engaged Encounter Weekend - An international program of the Catholic Church dedicated to preparing couples for the sacrament of marriage. Locations: Tallahassee (Nov. 14-16); Pensacola (Oct. 17-19). This weekend experience offers couples a unique opportunity to discover a deeper appreciation of their relationship and God's call to unite them in a permanent union. Additionally, it satisfies the obligation for pre-marital training as specified by the Church and the State of Florida. Pre-registration required. Jose and Lydia Velez, joselydia@comcast.net, 234-0447, 819-3091. Please note that this is a weekend experience so a little travel is comfortably absorbed getting to and returning from the site.

Conjugal Renewal Workshop for Latino couples, Tallahassee, Oct. 18-19. Cost: $140 includes lodging, meals and materials. Workshop to be conducted in Spanish. For more information, contact: Alehandro or Rosario Araiza at 760-449-2184, Antonio or Margarita Barrara at 850-879-1877 or Juan Carlos or Silvia Degadillo at 850-685-6402.

"The Invisible Chapel," a film depicting immigration from the viewpoint of respecting all people. Sponsored by Pax Christi, Tallahassee and the Big Bend Farmworkers Alliance. Oct. 23, 11:30 a.m. at John Paul II Catholic High School and at 7:30 p.m. at Good Shepherd Church. Janet Kurisko, kuriskohome@yahoo.com.

Pre Cana Workshop in Spanish. St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, Quincy, Oct. 25, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Registration deadline is Oct. 19. Cost, $20 per couple. Father Juan Pedro Hernandez, 850-627-2350.

Catholic Charities’ Gala Festiva Italiana! Location: Pensacola, St Anne Bellview Family Center. Oct. 11, 6-9 p.m. Reverse raffle prize of $10,000. Live and silent auctions; heavy hor d’oeuvres and cocktails. Proceeds to benefit Catholic Charities of Northwest Florida. 435-3516.

"A Spirituality for the Common Folk" Blessed Trinity Shrine Retreat, Ft. Mitchell, Ala. Oct. 24-26. For registration information call 334-855-4474.

Teaching the Values, Mother and Daughter Talk. Oct. 26, Dudley Greenhut Auditorium, Sacred Heart Hospital. Cost: $10 per family. Presented by Sacred Heart Women's Hospital and the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee. To register: 850-416-1600.

Calling All Saints. Location: Fort Walton Beach, St. Mary Parish. Nov. 1. Middle and high school youth and parents. Special track on social networking sites such as MySpace. Register by Oct. 13 and pay only $20.

Catholic Charities Gala at Sandestin, Nov. 1, Sandestin Hilton, begins at 6:30 p.m. Includes dinner and music featuring Jones & Company. For tickets, e-mail ketchelc@cc.ptdiocese.org or call 850-244-2825.

Diocesan Celebration of African-American Catholic History Month. Location: Tallahassee, St. Eugene Chapel. Nov. 8-9. African-American Catholic Commission music workshop Nov. 8, 9:45 a.m.-4 p.m.; Nov. 9, 9:30-10:15 a.m. $10. Workshop instructor: Kenneth Louis. Mass on Nov. 9, 11 a.m. with guest celebrant Father Ilesanmi Osasona, MSP. Praise and worship for youth, 10:30 a.m. 222-6482.

High school artists invited to design Christmas art for Florida Catholic: Deadline for submissions: Nov. 10. In preparation for our Christmas edition, the Florida Catholic seeks high school artists to design artwork for the Christmas print issue of the Florida Catholic. This year, the Florida Catholic is asking artists to base their artwork on the Bible quote Luke 2:10-19. Designs should be original, in a medium of the artist’s choice and drawn on an 8.5” X 11” (or larger) piece of sturdy-white paper. Mount artwork on art board with no frame. Protective paper covering is suggested. Please note — PhotoShop enhancements of famous artist’s work will not be accepted. All art must be an original drawing by the high-school student. The Florida Catholic is a faith-based newspaper, so artists are asked to stay within appropriate themes. Winning artists will receive a $50 gift credit card. Selected artwork will be displayed online at www.thefloridacatholic.org for public viewing the first week in December. Winning entries will be featured inside the print edition of the newspaper, Dec. 19. Submissions should be labeled with artists’ name, address, e-mail address, phone number, school and parish and mailed or delivered to: Florida Catholic, Attn: Mary St. Pierre, 50 E. Robinson St., Suite G, Orlando, FL 32801 by Nov. 10. All submissions become the property of the Florida Catholic and may be used in the newspaper, on the Web site and for reproduction of print materials. For more information, e-mail Mary St. Pierre at mstpierre@thefloridacatholic.org.

Catholic Charities Fall Gala, Nov. 14, 6: 30 p.m. - until. Location: Marina Civic Center, Panama City. Tickets: $35/person. Prizes include new Nissan Rouge. Call 763-0475 for tickets and information.

Young Adult Conference: God in HD. Location: Gulf Breeze, St. Sylvester Parish. Nov. 15, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. $25. To register, e-mail johnstonm@ptdiocese.org or call 435-3522.

Mind, Body & Spirit Employee Health Fair: All Pensacola area employees of the Catholic Church are invited to participate on Friday, October 10 at Sacred Heart School. Vendors, speakers and activities are available from 8:30 am until 1:00 pm. Health Risk Assessments including blood glucose screenings, blood pressure and cholestrol screenings are free for all employees but registration is necessary. Everyone who participates in the screenings will be eligible for door prize drawings. Prizes include a Mountain Bike, $50 gift cards from Running Wild and Citgo gas, $20 gift cards from Rave movie theaters and $25 gift card from Everman's. Please contact Dawn Gagnon (435-3506 or gagnond@ptdiocese.org) to reserve a time for screening.

The Women's Study Group of St. Ann Parish, Gulf Breeze is now exploring "What Paul Meant" by Gary Willis. Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. in the Family Life Center, Room 7. This study began on Oct 2, but it's not to late to join in! Please call Susan at 850-916-1950 for more information about the study. Need childcare in order to attend this series? If so, please just call Teresa at 850-932-2964 in advance to arrange for childcare.

"Letters from Prison" Come learn about "St. Paul's Captivity Letters" at St. John the Evangelist, 303 South Navy Blvd., Warrington. Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Meeting House. This series began on Oct 2, but newcomers are still welcome to join in. For more information contact Margaret Bruce at 850-455-0356.

Dishes! The Society of St. Vincent de Paul has over 400 cases of all types of dishes and glassware that came from a restaurant supply house that is no longer in business. They are for sale for $.50 per item or less. The sale is by the case only. Each case contains between 24-36 items. The brands are mostly Libbey and Syracuse. Currently stored in an air-conditioned storage unit. Please contact Pat Burns at 255-9651 or Mary Anne Beovich at 438-6575 to view the merchandise. All proceeds go to the society's charitable work.

Pauline Potlucks: Bring your favorite dish on select Monday nights beginning Oct. 6 to enjoy community and learn about the communities to which St. Paul wrote his letters. Presentations by Deacon Al Genna and Katinka Ritz. St. Mary, 401 Van Pelt Lane, Pensacola. Call 850-478-2797 for more information.

October, the month of the rosary: Come pray the rosary each Monday at noon near the Pieta at the entrance to Holy Cross Cemetery, 1300 Hayes Street, Pensacola. 432-0878.

Pensacola Catholic High School Visitation Days for current 8th grade students interested in attending CHS for the 2009-2010 academic year. Visiting 8th graders will be given the opportunity to tour Catholic High, visit classes, meet teachers and students, and receive information about CHS at a program presented by CHS students, faculty, and administration. Parents should contact the School Office at (850) 436-6400 x 3, to register for an 8th Grade Visitation Day at CHS. All Visitation Days begin at 8:00 a.m. and end at 12:00 noon and are scheduled for Tuesday, October 7; Tuesday, October 14; and Tuesday, October 28.

Dedication of Knights of Columbus Abortion Memorial, Oct. 7, 5:30 p.m., Holy Cross Cemetery, 1300 Hayes Street, Pensacola. Next to the Pieta near the entrance. 432-0878.

Ecumenical Prayer Service for National Day of Prayer, dedicated to those with mental illness and their families and friends. Oct. 7, 6 p.m., Lakeview Center Chapel, Hernandez Street (acros from buiding E). Call Pastor Dan Hammel, 850-469-7635.

Fall Rummage Sale. Location: Niceville, Holy Name of Jesus Church. Oct. 10 (indoors only) and Oct. 11, 7 a.m.-1 p.m. This sale is the most profitable fund-raising venture for the Family of God Life Center, and everyone's support is needed. If you have items at home that are no longer used or wanted, please bring them for the rummage sale. Donations are accepted in the RE Building Oct. 6-9, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Public Square Rosary Crusade. Oct. 11, noon. Outside Little Flower Catholic Church, Lillian Hwy at 65th St., Pensacola. For more information, call Mary C. Fitzpatrick, 850-457-1572.

Open House for Middle School Parents, Pensacola Catholic High School, Oct. 12, beginning at 1:30 p.m. in the gym. Parents of current middle school students are encouraged to attend. This is a great opportunity to learn more about Catholic High School, meet faculty members and students, tour the campus and learn about the admissions testing process. For more information, please call 436-6400, ext. 103.

Novena to St. Jude begins Friday, Oct. 17, and continues through Sunday, Oct. 25. St. Jude Thaddesu Parish, Cantonment. All are invited to come join in worship. For more information, contact the parish office, 850-968-6189, Jerry Burroughs at 850-477-2930 or Karen Sobiecki at 850-968-1992.

2nd Annual Health Fair, Oct. 18, 9 a.m. - noon, St. Ann Parish, Nickelson Hall, 100 Daniel Drive, Gulf Breeze. Open to all.

High School Bumpkin Bash. Location: Adventures Unlimited. Oct. 18, 6-9 p.m., $15 (Alliance Sponsored). Come enjoy a hay ride, bon fire with hotdogs and s’mores, praise and worship music and more! A great night for teens to gather with new friends! Crystal Martinez, 623-3600.

Fall Craft Fair, Fourth Annual Pancake Breakfast, Bake Sale and Christmas Card Sale. Location: Niceville, Christ Our Redeemer Parish. Oct 18, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Chris Our Redeemer Council #13527. All proceeds go to Knights of Columbus charities. Crafters, artists, and vendors needed. To advertise call Adam Dietrich, 897-3795; Larry Falk, 513-260-0360 (cell) or larryfalk1@yahoo.com.

Caregiving - Cradle of God's Grace (How to truly honor your loved one without losing yourself in the process.) Location: Gulf Breeze, St. Ann Parish Hall. Oct. 19, noon-4:30 p.m. Presents 10 fundamental principles of caregiving. Who takes care of the care giver? We invite you to a workshop presented by Richard Johnson, Ph.D. To register contact Marriage and Family Life, 11 North "B" Street, Pensacola, FL 32502; michieb@ptdiocese.org; or 435-3532. If you know someone who might benefit from this, please pass on this information. You might consider offering them respite by taking care of their loved one so they can get away.

Open House- St. John the Evangelist School in Pensacola, for those interested in VPK - 8th grade Catholic education. Oct. 19, 1 - 3 p.m. Tour the campus, meet students and teachers. For more information, contact the school office, 850-456-5218.

Seeking donations: St. Ann Parish in Gulf Breeze is again preparing for a mission trip to Chimbote, Peru. They are seeking donations of over-the-counter children's remedies, such as those for fever, cough and colds. Sewing supplies, such as fabric and yarn, are also needed. Please bring donations to the parish by Oct. 29. For more information, contact Hector Bosse' at 850-607-9115.

Middle School Dance and Haunted House. Oct. 24, 7-10 p.m., Dance, snacks and a trip through the "spooktacular" haunted house. $8 - dance and haunted house, $5 - dance only. Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Pensacola. Nick and Leslie Perez , 438-3131 ex 16.

Learn more about the Writings of St. Paul and St. John. Course on Paul offered at Seascape in Destin, 9 a.m.-noon; 1-3 on: Oct. 25, Nov. 15. Course on John will be same time and place on: Dec. 6, Jan. 10, Feb. 7, March 1. $20/course; $35 for both. Jane Brim, 436-6454 or imf@ptdiocese.org

Pre Cana Day. Pensacola, Oct. 25; Location: Fort Walton Beach, Nov. 16. A “Marriage Preparation Program” for engaged couples when neither partner has been previously married; addressing issues for a life-long marriage. Topics include healthy communication, family of origin, financial decisions, sexuality/intimacy/children and marriage as a sacrament. Limited space. Registration required a minimum of two weeks prior. Family Life office: michieb@ptdiocese.org; 435-3532.

Old Roots and New Beginnings: St. John the Evangelist School in Pensacola invites all alumni to a special Alumni Social on Saturday, Nov. 1, beginning with 4 p.m. Mass. Please RSVP by Oct. 24 to Jeanne Blake, schpr@sjsw.ptdiocese.org or call 850-456-5218.

Couples Communication Workshop. Locations: Gulf Breeze, St. Ann Church, Nov. 1 and Nov. 22, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Jane Witzman; Fort Walton Beach, St. Mary Parish Center, Oct. 1 (Wed. 6:30-9 p.m.) and Nov 8 (Sat. 9:30 a.m.-noon) Pat Treadway. Pensacola host: Louise Ritz, director of the office of Family Life. Host for Gulf Breeze: Jane Witzman. This workshop is designed as pre-marriage training to help couples improve their skills in communicating. Couples are equipped to recognize danger signs, communicate safely and effectively, protect fun, friendship, sexuality and sensuality as well as harness the power of commitment. Free. Check in at 9:15 a.m. Marriage and Family Life office, 435-3532; pnsfamlife@ptdiocese.org.

"St. Paul the Missonary of the World" is the topic of Msgr. Reed's presentation slated for Thurs, Oct 16, 7 p.m, at the Sacred Heart Cathedral in Pensacola. This class will be the latest installment of the Cathedral's ongoing series about St. Paul's life and works, which will continue third Thursdays monthly, with a few exceptions. Cookies and beverages are served after each class. Call for 438-3131 for more information about this series.

The Third Option. Location: Pensacola, St. Joseph Church, Walker Room. Thursday evenings. Began Sept. 4 and continues through Dec. 11. This is an ongoing program that meets one evening/week for 14 weeks. It is designed for couples who have reason to tune up their relationship. Couples may attend together or either may attend alone. Join any time. Free. Marriage and Family Life, 435-3532 or michieb@ptdiocese.org. For detailed questions, Ron or Mary Beth Johnson, 477-0238; Tom or Theresa Pileggi, 476-4152; Dan Berube, 458-7727.

To Trust Again. Pensacola, Nov. 8; Fort Walton Beach, Nov. 1. This is a one-day marriage preparation program with presentations geared to the special circumstances and issues for re-marrying couples, including widows and widowers. A variety of topics will be discussed, including former in-laws, grandparents, stepparents, as well as commitment, addressing issues from past relationships, deepening of mutual understanding and learning to trust again. Programs fill quickly. Pre-registration required. michieb@ptdiocese.org; 435-3532.

All Souls Day prayer service, Nov 2, 2 p.m., Holy Cross Cemetery, 1300 Hayes Street, Pensacola. "Soul cakes" and punch served after prayer service. 432-0878.

Used Book Sale- On a Grand Scale! Location: Gulf Breeze, St. Sylvester Parish. Nov. 8. Please donate books at the parish center for this huge event. Earnings will benefit St. Sylvester. Volunteers needed. Pat Biggs 382-3561.

Volunteers needed! St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church is looking for volunteers to work with adults learning English as a Second Language (ESL), as well as those willing to provide childcare for parents taking ESL classes. Never taught an ESL class before? Don't worry; training will be provided. ESL classes are given weekly, Mondays and Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., St. John’s School Cafeteria. Holiday schedule follows parish school schedule. Margaret, 435-0356.

The 50th Anniversary of John the Evangelist School in Panama City is coming up! Former students, families and teachers are needed to help the school celebrate this big event. To be put on the mailing list please call the parish office or log on to www.stjohncatholicschool.com – click on Alumni in the left menu.

10 Great Dates! This is a ten session marriage enrichment experience that unabashedly admits to being fun as well. These events will be limited to the first 25 couples who register. Forrest and August Yanke will facilitate the start of each event.
• Started Thursday, Sept. 11, 6-8 p.m. and continues on the second Thursday of each month for a total of 10 sessions. The final session is on June 11.
• Meet in the Media Center of St. John Parish School, Panama City with like minded couples for a facilitated group marriage fitness session before setting out on your date.
• 10 Great Dates is open to members of St. John’s and all other parishes - first come – first served basis. Great for newlyweds, empty nesters and especially parents!
• Contact the Marriage and Family Life Department, 435-3532 or pnsfamlife@ptdiocese.org to register. The fee is a one time cost for the book ($15).
• Limited openings for childcare (4 years and up) will be available by pre-registration. The cost will be $10 per child for each event payable at time of service. This also covers the cost of feeding the children. Child care is provided by the youth of St. John’s Parish. To ensure childcare, call Joan, 763-1821.

To Trust Again. Location: Tallahassee, Nov 15; Panama City, Oct. 18. One day marriage preparation program with presentations geared to the special circumstances and issues that re-marrying couples, including widows and widowers, might face. Discussion: former in-laws, grandparents, stepparents, commitment, addressing issues from past relationships, deepening of mutual understanding and learning to trust again. Programs fill up quickly. Pre-registration required. michieb@ptdiocese.org; 435-3532.

Co-Parenting 101 in a Christ-Like Manner. Location: Tallahassee, Co-Cathedral. Oct. 25. Mary Ballard, MSW, and Karen Cone, mediator, offer suggestions for raising children in normal and extenuating circumstances. 8:45 a.m.-noon. A $10 donation is requested. Marriage and Family Life office, 435-3532 or michieb@ptdiocese.org.

Catholic Charities of Northwest Florida - Tallahassee Regional Office Golf Tournament: Monday, Nov. 25, 10 a.m., Golden Eagle Country Club. Corporate sponsors: $500, Individual: $150, Senior: $100, Hole sponsor: $100. Contact Tamara Bertrand 850-322-9531.

Pensacola area

Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration, St. Mary Church, Brent. "Jesus is looking for you to spend time with him in the Most Blessed Sacrament." Call Ruby Schuetz, 850-478-7051 or visit the chapel and sign up: 401 Van Pelt Lane, Pensacola.

"Explaining the Faith" for adult faith formation, St. Mary, 401 Van Pelt, Pensacola. Examine key Catholic beliefs that are often misunderstood. Parish Hall, select Sunday mornings, 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. Call 850-478-2797 for more information.

St. Sylvester Parish Great Adventure Bible Study. Location: Gulf Breeze, St. Sylvester Parish. Sundays, 12:30-2 p.m., Sept. 21- Nov. 9; and Wednesdays, 5:45-7:15 p.m., Sept. 24-Nov. 12. Parish, 939-3020.

Tuesday Morning Bible Study. Location: Miramar Beach, Resurrection Parish Hall. Using the Little Rock Scripture Study and are studying the Letters to the Corinthians. Tuesdays, 9-10:30 a.m. Barbara Rezmer, 654-1046.

Cursillo Ultreya, fourth Sundays 1-3 p.m., St. Mary Parish, parish hall. Tom Pileggi: 450-9695. Last Thursday, 7-8:30 p.m., Holy Name of Jesus, Niceville. Irma Temples, 678-9113; second Thursday, St Mary Parish FWB, 7 p.m. Mike Symons, 862-0658; last Sunday, Neumann Center, Tallahassee, 5 p.m. Laura Bentley, 545-7953.

Catholics United for the Faith. Location: Pensacola, Little Flower family life center. First Thursdays, 7 p.m. Dr. Charles Bercier, 455-5858.

Young Adult Faith Sharing. Location: Valparaiso/Niceville. Every other Tuesday, 7 p.m., Sarah and Jimmy’s house. Sarah and Jimmy, 420-5198 or 420-5401 or jimmyandsarahleahy@gmail.com. Newcomers welcome!

Young adult Bible study. Location: Fort Walton Beach, St. Mary Parish. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Parish office, 243-3742.

Theology on Tap. Location: Pensacola, et Café, 12th Ave, next to Ozone Pizza. 7 p.m. All welcome: Catholics, non-Catholics, non-Christians. Oct. 8, 22. E-mail sixpenz@gmail.com or johnstonm@ptdiocese.org.

Bereavement Support Group. Location: Pensacola, St. Mary Parish Hall. Third Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. Toli Barraca, 477-3096 or the office, 478-2797.

Catholic Campus Ministries. Location: Pensacola, Nativity of Our Lord. UWF and PJC students welcome. Father John, 477-3221.

Military Support Group. Location: Gulf Breeze, St. Sylvester Parish. First and third Tuesdays of every month at 6:30 p.m. in the Activities Center. Please come and meet other military families from our parish. Childcare is available. Lee Fieldson, 324-5993.

First Love. Location: Forth Walton Beach, St. Mary Parish. Adoration accompanied by praise and worship, prayer and readings. First Fridays of every month, 8-9:30 p.m. in the Chapel. All welcome. 435-3523.

St. Paul Parish Morning Women’s Study Group. Pensacola, St. Paul Parish. Join the group at 9:30 a.m. in the Giri Room. Refreshments and childcare provided. Nan, 434-3570.

St. Ann Gulf Breeze Women’s Group. Location: Gulf Breeze, St. Ann. First and third Thursdays of every month, 9:15 a.m. in the Family Life Center, Rm. 7. Childcare is provided. Cecilia Hines, 934-6758.

Little Flower Gulf Coast Pro-Life Committee meetings. Location: Pensacola, Little Flower Catholic School, 8th grade classroom. Every second Friday, 6:30 p.m. James and Ingrid Kane, 455-8942.

Maliit na bulaklak Filipino prayer group of Little Flower Catholic Church meets every Friday at 5:30 p.m. in the church. 455-5641.

St. Ann Community of Praise, Mondays, 7 p.m., Chapel, Gulf Breeze. Deborah Cross, 934-3011.

The Fun Bunch for senior citizens, third Mondays, 11:30 a.m., St. Ann Parish Hall, Gulf Breeze. Enjoy food, fellowship and bingo. RSVP requested. Emily Olsen, 932-4574.

Centering Prayer Group, Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., Resurrection Parish, Miramar Beach. Barbara Rezmer, 654-1046.

Bereavement Support Group, Resurrection Parish, Miramar Beach. Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Chris Mongogna, 420-2554.

Third Orders. Location: Milton, St. Rose of Lima Parish hall. St. Anthony of Padua Fraternity of Pensacola/Milton Secular Franciscan Order, third Saturdays, noon. JoAnn Maples, SFO, 455-0554.

Intercessors of the Lamb prayer group, Christ Our Redeemer Parish, Niceville. The group is under the authority of the Intercessors of the Lamb based in Omaha, NE. It involves both contemplative and charismatic prayer, with the umbrella of Mary, Our Lady, as our role model for intercession. The formation takes two to three years to really begin the prayers of intercession in the format and discipline of life they teach. Mary Schwartz, 729-2194; Pearlriver@valp.net.

Tridentine Mass, Sundays, 10:30 a.m. with rosary beginning at 10 a.m.; St. Stephen Church, Pensacola. 850-432-9362.

Theology classes, Pensacola, St. Stephen Parish hall, Tuesday evenings, 7 p.m. with Father Héctor R.G. Pérez. Listen to famous Catholic speakers and discuss as well as watch classical and new Catholic films. Also, the role and importance of St. Paul. 432-9362; e-mail FHRGP3@cox.net.

Monday night Bible class Mondays, 7 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church parish hall, every week. Father Patrick Foley will teach on the Letters of St. Paul. Bring your bible. 436-6461, ext. 17.

Catholic Young Adults of Bay County. For information on activities, e-mail Jason Neumann, neumaja@gmail.com.

Catholic Young Professionals (22-35). Catholic and Christian group for 22-35 year old young adults, single or married, that gets together for friendship and fellowship. Planning meeting is the first Thursday of the month, 6 p.m., Good Shepherd in the Parish Center (room 201) preceding dinner out. Kelli Mercer, kellimercer@gmail.com.

Centering Prayer Groups. Location: St Rita, Santa Rosa Beach. Saturdays, 9 a.m. 267-2558.

Good Shepherd Life Night. Location: Tallahassee, Good Shepherd Church, following 6 p.m. Life Teen Mass. Fellowship, faith, fun and food for high school youths. 893-1837.

Neumann Center Book Club. Location: Tallahassee, Good Shepherd Church. Meets second and fourth Mondays of the month, 7:30 p.m. New and occasional readers welcome. Jackie Hallifax, 878-5826 or Sister Christine, 224-2971.

EDGE. Location: Tallahassee, Good Shepherd, parish center. First and third Tuesdays, 7-8 p.m. Games, fun, faith and food for middle school youths. 893-1837.

Pax Christi. Location: Tallahassee, Co-Cathedral of St. Thomas More, student center. Meets Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Janet Kurisko, 893-0923, in case of cancellation.

Pax Christi and the Outreach Committee of St. Thomas More Co-Cathedral Monthly Peace Liturgy. Location: Tallahassee, St. Thomas More Co-Cathedral, second Thursday of each month, 5:15 p.m. Parish, 222-9630.