Saturday, April 25, 2026, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Annual Craft Stash Bash

Our Lady of Peace Parish, 90 Seventh St., Turners Falls, invites all crafters and vendors to their annual Stash Bash on Saturday, April 25 from 9am - 1pm. Quilters, Knitters and Crafters - clean our your new, used, and vintage stash, or add to it! Some items one may find for sale are fabric, yarn, beads, notions, thread, buttons, paper, needlepoint kits, rubber stamps, craft supplies and tools, cake decorating, and woodworking (no finished crafts).  Lunch will be served from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. For more information about donating, call Robin at 413.362.0701. For information on renting table space, call Liz at 413.221.2670

Sunday, April 26, 2026, 3:00 PM

Singing Priests Concert, Springfield

Join the Singing Priests on Sunday, April 26 @ 3:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Parish, 221 Plumtree Rd, Springfield, for their next concert. All our Welcome

Tuesday, April 28, through June 2, 2026, 5:00 PM

Treasuring the Eucharistic Heart” Learning Series, Easthampton

In preparation for the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage, Our Lady of the Valley Parish in Easthampton will join the annual diocesan Eucharistic Rosary procession at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish in Northampton and will offer a special learning series for adults on how to grow in friendship with Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. Six in-person sessions will be offered over 33 days, on Tuesdays at 5:00 p.m., in the OLV parish hall (lower level of the church), from April 28 to June 2. Our sessions will be recorded to allow for remote or hybrid participation, and will include presentations that tell the stories of saints who devoted themselves to Our Lady, the Mother of the Most Holy Eucharist, in order to dedicate themselves to our Eucharistic Lord.

Thursday, April 30, 2026, 6:30 PM

Women of Grace Foundational Study

FULL OF GRACE: WOMEN AND THE ABUNDANT LIFE Are you looking for a group study that would help to affirm your dignity and vocation as a daughter of God? The Women of Grace Foundational Study was developed by Johnnette Benkovic Williams, who has an EWTN program of the same name. Join us for a non-committal information session to learn more about this 9-week study that will be held at St. John the Evangelist Church (2x per month, May through September). Info Session: Thursday, April 30, 6:30 pm | Contact the St. John's Parish Office to RSVP 413-786-8105 | sje.parishsecretary@gmail.com

May 1, 2026 - May 3, 2026

Retrouvaille - Marriage Help Weekend

If your marriage has become distant, troubled, stressed, unloving, or uncaring, even if you are divorced or separated but want to try again, the Retrouvaille program can help.  Retrouvaille provides tools to communicate better, resolve conflicts fairly, and rediscover why you fell in love. We hold 3 weekends per year, and the next Retrouvaille weekend is May 1 - May 3, 2026, in Windsor, CT.  For information, call confidentially at 860-837-0447, email Connecticut-WMass@retrouvaille.org, or visit our website at www.helpourmarriage.com for information and registration. Please feel free to contact us should you need any additional information.

Saturday, May 2, 2026, 9:30 AM

Fishing Derby Fundraiser

The Jericho House invites families to its 1st Annual Fishing Derby on Saturday, May 2, at The Pond at Jericho, 537 Northampton Street in Holyoke.  Open to children ages 16 and younger, the event begins with registration at 9:30 a.m., followed by the first cast at 10:30 a.m.  Participants of all experience levels are welcome to enjoy a fun-filled morning of fishing, with prizes awarded for first fish, biggest fish, most fish caught, and tagged fish. A raffle will also be held.  The cost is $10 per participant.  Register online using this QR code and pay at the event.  This event will be held rain or shine, so come prepared and ready for a great day outdoors supporting Jericho’s mission.

Sunday, May 3, 2026

Pilgrimage to Ireland

From the majestic Rock of Cashel and Blarney Castle to the serene Cliffs of Moher and the venerable Kylemore Abbey, each day offers opportunities for reflection, prayer, and community.  We will celebrate Mass in historic churches, visit iconic landmarks, and immerse ourselves in the rich heritage of this beautiful place - Ireland.

Monday, May 4, 2026, 12:45 PM

May Catholic Woman's Club Meeting

The Catholic Woman's Club of Springfield invites everyone to join us on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 12:45 p.m., at the Bishop Marshall Center, Elliot Street, Springfield, MA.  The topic will be “The History of Quabbin.” J.R. Greene will present a slide show about the largest inland body of water in Massachusetts.  R.S.V.P. by April 24, 2026, or to join the club, please call Rachel Burkott, 413-737-6963, or Kathryn Seward, 413-312-- 8583.  Hope you can join us!

Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Mary and the Writings of St. Francis

Pope Leo XIV has proclaimed 2026 as a Year in the Footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi.  Join us for a Senior Retreat Day of Reflection on Mary and the writings of St. Francis, led by Fr. Brad Milunski, Pastor of the Basilica of St. Stanislaus B.M.  It will be a day of learning, prayer, and spiritual enrichment.  Registration and refreshments begin at 8:00 am, followed by Fr Brad's program.  There will also be confessions, Adoration, and Mass at 3:00 pm.  Cost is $25, which includes lunch at Hamel's. For further information call 413-452-0511 or email: disciplesofmary@diospringfield.org

Thursday, May 7, 2026, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Together in Healing: A Support Group for Those Grieving a Loved One

Grieving the loss of someone you love is one of life's most difficult challenges, but you don't have to face it alone. Our Lady of Grace Church invites you to join our Grief Support Group, where you can find understanding, share your grief, and connect with others walking a similar path.  Whether your loss is recent or occurred years ago, this group offers a safe and compassionate space to support you in your healing journey.  Meetings will be held on Thursday, May 7, and Thursday, June 4, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Meeting Hall at Our Lady of Grace Church, 11 School Street, Hatfield, MA.  Please email Louisafinn4@gmail.com or contact the Church Office at (413) 247-9079.

Friday, May 15, 2026

St. Thomas the Apostle School Golf Fundraiser

Saint Thomas Apostle School invites alumni, parishioners, and friends to participate in our annual Golf Tournament on Friday, May 15, at Crestview Country Club (281 Shoemaker Lane, Agawam, MA 01001).  Registration begins at 11:30 am, with a shotgun start at 12:30 pm.  There will be raffles, a silent auction, and golfers in three divisions will be awarded prizes.  Lunch and dinner will be served, so join us on the course or for a meal!  For registration or sponsorship information, call the school at 413.739.4131.

Saturday, May 16, 2026, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Messages to Medjugorje

On Saturday, May 16, 2026, The Apostolate of the Suffering at Mary Farm on Route 32 in Palmer, is sponsoring a program on the MESSAGES OF MEDJUGORJE from 9:00 - 12 Noon. The program includes videos, witness testimonies from pilgrims, and an opportunity for questions. Registration is free if received by May 10. After that date or at the door it is $10/person. For more information or to register, contact Mary Farm at 413-283-4529 or email: maryfarm@comcast.net.

Saturday, May 30, 2026, 3:45 PM

Rededication of the Shrine of St. Philomena ​

Join us on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at 3:45 p.m. for the rededication of the outdoor Shrine to St. Philomena at the National Shrine of the Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, MA. ​​The event will include the installation of a second-class relic for veneration, along with prayers and blessings for her intercession. ​All are welcome! ​For directions, visit ShrineofDivineMercy.org or call (413) 298-3931. ​ GPS: 11 Pine Street, Stockbridge, MA 01262 (then continue up Pine Street to the driveway). ​

June 1, 2026 - June 10, 2026

Pilgrimage to Medjugorje

Pilgrimage to Medjugorje, June 1 to June 10, 2026. $2999 per person out of Boston.  Please join our Spiritual Director, Fr. Paul Norman & Group Leader, Deacon Bruce Ziter, on this spiritual journey.  The trip includes round-trip airfare, first-class hotel accommodations, breakfast and dinner, daily mass & spiritual activities, assistance of a local guide & a visit to the Community Cenacolo. Climb Cross Mountain & Apparition Hill. 2006 Tours is our tour group. To book your trip, visit: www.206tours.com/jpotvin.  Booking code: jp060126

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Women's Club Bus Trip to Newport

The St. Cecilia Catholic Women's Club is sponsoring a bus trip to Newport, Rhode Island, on June 2, 2026.  All women are invited. The cost is $125 and includes the bus, driver's gratuity, a Mimosa Cruise on the Coastal Queen, entry fee to the Marble House mansion, and bus snacks.  You will have time to browse the Bowen's Wharf area and have lunch on your own.  Bus boarding is at 7:45 AM from the church parking lot (42 Main St., Wilbraham), and the bus returns to St. Cecilia about 8:00 PM.  Registration forms are available on the table in the Rotunda or by contacting Denise Fiedler (426-7095).  Checks should be made out to St. Cecilia Women's Club and can be dropped off at the Parish Office or placed in the basket at Mass with name, address & phone number in an envelope labeled Newport Bus Trip.  Payment is required in full by May 1.

Thursday, June 4, 2026, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Together in Healing: A Support Group for Those Grieving a Loved One

Grieving the loss of someone you love is one of life's most difficult challenges, but you don't have to face it alone.  Our Lady of Grace Church invites you to join our Grief Support Group, where you can find understanding, share your grief, and connect with others walking a similar path.  Whether your loss is recent or occurred years ago, this group offers a safe and compassionate space to support you in your healing journey.  Meetings will be held on Thursday, June 4, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the Meeting Hall at Our Lady of Grace Church, 11 School Street, Hatfield, MA.  Please email Louisafinn4@gmail.com or contact the Church Office at (413) 247-9079.

Saturday, June 4, to Sunday, June 7, 2026

International Exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles and Relics

St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Chicopee invites you to an International Exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles and Relics as part of their 100th Anniversary Celebration.  The exhibit will be displayed at St. Anthony's Parish Center (entrance by Celestine Street, Ground level) from Thursday, June 4 to June 6, 3:00-7:30 pm and on Sunday, June 7, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm.  On Sunday, June 7, there will be talks (English, Español, Polski) on St. Carlo Acutis, the 1st Millennial Saint, and his work cataloging Eucharistic Miracles, and on St. Manuel Gonzalez Garcia, Bishop of the Abandoned Tabernacle, and how a profound encounter shaped his ministry.  First-class relics will be available for veneration, including those of St. Carlo Acutis, St. Manuel Gonzalez Garcia, St. John Bosco, St. Jose Sanchez del Rio, St. Maria Goretti, St. Dominic Savio, and many more. For more information, please contact Gricelle Cruz at 413-273-8301, anniversary@stanthonyma.org.

Saturday, June 13, 2026

International Exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles and Relics

St. Patrick's Parish in South Hadley invites you to an International Exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles and Relics.  The exhibit will be displayed at the parish (30 Main St., South Hadley) on Saturday, June 13, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm & 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, and on Sunday, June 14, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.  On June 14 at 1:00 pm, there will be a talk on St. Carlo Acutis, the 1st Millennial Saint, and his work cataloging Eucharistic Miracles.  Later at 3 pm, learn about St. Manuel Gonzalez Garcia, Bishop of the Abandoned Tabernacle, and how a profound encounter shaped his ministry.  Six first-class relics will be available for veneration, including those of St. Carlo Acutis, St. Manuel Gonzalez Garcia, St. John Bosco, St. Jose Sanchez del Rio, St. Maria Goretti, and St. Dominic Savio. For more information, please contact Secretary Gwen Blanchard at 413.532.2850.

Monday, June 22, 2026

Pilgrimage to Poland

In 2026, St. Stanislaus Parish in Chicopee will celebrate its 135th anniversary.  To commemorate this special milestone, a Pilgrimage to Poland led by Fr. Brad Milunski is being organized for June 22–30.  The pilgrimage will include visits to sacred and historic sites, opportunities to explore the rich heritage of Poland's beautiful regions, and participation in Holy Mass in historic churches.  For more information, please contact the Parish Office at (413) 594-6669.

Monday, September 14, 2026

Pilgrimage to Eucharistic Miracles

Welcome to our pilgrimage to Eucharistic Miracles. Embark on a deeply spiritual journey through Poland and Italy, following the footsteps of the greatest saints and witnessing the sacred sites of Eucharistic Miracles.  From the Divine Mercy Sanctuary in Kraków and the Jasna Góra Monastery in Częstochowa to Assisi, Padua, and the heart of the Vatican — experience moments of prayer, reflection, and awe.  We will visit the tombs of Sister Faustina Kowalska, Saint Anthony of Padua, Saint Francis of Assisi, Saint Carlo Acutis, Padre Pio, Saint John Paul II, and Pope Francis.

December 9, 2026 - December 15, 2026

Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Guadalupe & Mexico City with Father David Darcy

December 9–15, 2026 Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Guadalupe & Mexico City with Father David Darcy 7-Day All-Inclusive Pilgrimage.  Experience the Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe in person: a once-in-a-lifetime spiritual encounter and a profound opportunity to deepen your faith during one of the Church's most sacred celebrations.  Local Pilgrims Departure Airport: Bradley International Airport.  Includes: round-trip airfare; 6-night stay at a 5-star hotel; daily breakfast and dinner (wine and mineral water included); daily lunch, except on arrival and departure days; daily Mass and spiritual activities; professional local tour guide; air-conditioned motor coach transportation; whisper headsets when needed; free Wi-Fi and more.  Unhurried Pace: intentionally designed to allow time for prayer, reflection, and meaningful moments at each holy site, carefully arranged by the leaders in Catholic travel, 206 Tours.  Cost: $3,614 per person, based on double-occupancy.  Single room available for an additional charge.  Book Online: https://www.206tours.com/cms/frdarcy/mexico/ For questions, details, or assistance, please contact: Teresa Benoit, Group Leader, Call: (917) 604-1155 or Email: ContactTeresaBenoit@gmail.com