Join us for our upcoming special events!
Updated 2-13-2026
Young Adult Mardi Gras
The Commission for Young Adults would like to invite all the Young Adults in the Diocese of Allentown to the 2nd annual Mardi Gras event. Enjoy an evening of conversation, community, and indulging in some delicious foods and drinks we might give up during the 40 days of Lent. Event is Tuesday, February 17, 7pm-9pm at Holy Family Parish Center, 508 W. Center St., Nazareth, PA 181064. Contact Zelenda Hodgskin with questions at [email protected].
"The Hail Mary" Movie Premiere
“The Hail Mary” is a heartwarming and funny movie about a religious sister who convinces a handyman in need of redemption to coach her hapless football team at a fictional all-boys Catholic school. The movie is written and directed by Daniel Roebuck, a Bethlehem Catholic High School graduate and Hollywood film and TV actor.
On Feb. 21, the public can see the movie for the first time and meet Roebuck and other cast members at 11 a.m. at the Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas at ArtsQuest in Bethlehem; at Bethlehem Catholic at 3 p.m.; and at the historic Roxy Theatre in Northampton at 7 p.m. View the trailer and purchase tickets for the premieres at https://www.ticketsignup.io/thehailmarypremiere.
Shaping Saints: Family Event
Join us on February 28 1:30pm-5:30pm at Bethlehem Catholic High School for Shaping Saints, a diocesan family event designed to help parents and children discover and nurture the God-given gifts within them. Enjoy live music from prominent musicians, The Scally Brothers and Marie Miller, a meaningful talk for parents and children (grades 5 and up), and conclude the afternoon with a Vigil Mass celebrated by Bishop Alfred Schlert. Gather with families from across the diocese for an afternoon of faith, music, and inspiration. Activities will be provided for children below 5th grade, so bring the whole family! Registration is FREE but required by February 20. Register at https://allentowndiocese.flocknote.com/signup/242335. View the flyer here.
Married Couples Catholic Date Night
Married couples are invited to an evening of connection, conversation, and faith at the Catholic Couples Date Night, hosted by the Office of Marriage & Family Life of the Diocese of Allentown. The evening will take place on Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 6:00–8:00 PM at Clover Hill Winery, 9850 Newtown Road, Breinigsville, PA 18031. Couples will enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, wine from a pre-selected menu, and a souvenir bottle in a relaxed winery setting, along with an engaging presentation by Dr. Ray Guarendi, Catholic psychologist, bestselling author, and nationally known speaker on marriage and family life. Advance registration is required. Register at www.allentowndiocese.org/date-night. See flyer here.
Young Adult Holy Hour on First Fridays
Young adults of the Diocese of Allentown are invited to a holy hour at the Cathedral of St. Catharine of Siena, Allentown on the first Friday of every month. Adoration is 7:30pm-8:30pm with Confessions available, followed by a social from 8:30pm-9:30pm. The next one will be Friday, March 6.
Women's Lenten Conference
In a world of division and strained relationships, the Women's Lenten Conference offers hope and practical tools for unity. Join the Bishop's Commission for Women on Saturday, March 7 from 8am to 3pm for Mass with Bishop Schlert, lunch, Confessions, Adoration, and keynote talks. Hear from Noelle Mering, an author and cultural commentator known for Awake, Not Woke and her writing on faith, culture, and public life, as well as Dr. Ray Guarendi, a Catholic clinical psychologist, author, and national radio and television host known for practical, faith-based advice on parenting, family life, and relationships. Register at https://www.allentowndiocese.org/catholic-life/resources-women/love-hope-holiness-womens-lenten-conference-2026. View the flyer here.
Screwtape Letters Live Performance
The Most Reverend Alfred A. Schlert, Bishop of the Diocese of Allentown, in conjunction with St. Clare of Assisi Parish, Holy Cross Parish, and the Diocesan Office of Evangelization & Formation invite you to attend a special production of The Screwtape Letters. Adapted from the acclaimed novel by C.S. Lewis and performed by celebrated actor, Anthony Lawton, this rollicking production turns the revered classic into a sumptuous multimedia event with music, dance, and infernal unpredictability. Register for free at www.allentowndiocese.org/screwtape. Details: Sunday, March 8 at 4:00 PM at D.H.H. Lengel Middle School,1541 Laurel Blvd., Pottsville, PA. View the flyer here.
Pueri Cantores Student Choral Festival
Pueri Cantores, the national student choral organization of the Catholic Church, invites all parish and school treble choirs (grades 4-12) in the region to participate in a Choral Festival & Mass. Singers will unite with hundreds of their peers as one combined choir to sing beautiful music from the Church's rich historical repertoire.
The New Jersey Festival will take place on March 7, 2026 at 91 Maple Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960. Time is 10:30am-6:45pm. Learn more and register at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-new-jersey-youth-choral-festival-and-mass.
The Mid Atlantic Festival will take place on March 7, 2026 at 400 Michigan Ave NE
Washington, DC 20017. Time is 10:30am-5:45pm. Learn more and register at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-mid-atlantic-youth-choral-festival-and-mass.
Berks and Lehigh County Chapter of "Joseph's People" For Employment Help
If you are underemployed or unemployed or know someone who is, let Joseph's People help! Join us on Zoom on Tuesday, March 10th at 6 pm. Our topic will be "Maximizing LinkedIn." We have helped thousands of people over the years and there is never a fee for our services. Email Paul Licata for more info at [email protected]. Learn more about the organization at www.josephspeople.org.
Men's Morning of Reflection: Authentic Masculinity
Men of the Diocese of Allentown are invited to a Men’s Morning of Reflection on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Marian Catholic High School, Tamaqua. Centered on Theology of the Body, this free event will explore authentic masculinity through the teachings of St. John Paul II. The morning includes Mass, coffee, and donuts, along with presentations by Hannah Shafer, Assistant Director of Programs at the Theology of the Body Institute, and Fr. Nikolai Brelinsky, Parochial Vicar at St. Joseph the Worker Parish, Orefield. All men are encouraged to attend for a morning of prayer, fellowship, and reflection. Registration is free and required. Register athttps://allentowndiocese.flocknote.com/signup/241012. Please see flyer here.
Enroll Names of the Departed for We Are Remembered Mass
The 35th Annual Easter Mass sponsored by the Diocesan “We Are Remembered” Ministry will be celebrated by Reverend Joseph Kweder with homilist, Reverend John Gibbons on Wednesday, April 8 at 7 p.m. at Saint Elizabeth of Hungary Church in Whitehall. Enroll the names of your loved ones by Monday, March 30, 2026 to ensure their inclusion in the Book of the Remembered and the enrollment list that will be printed afterward in the AD Times newspaper. A $5 donation is requested for each name enrolled to cover expenses, but every name submitted will be enrolled regardless of donation. To register, send the following information and checks to We Are Remembered Ministry, St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, 618 Fullerton Avenue, Whitehall, PA 18052: Sponsor(s) name, Donation amount, Address, Phone number, Email, and Name(s) of the deceased. Use the enrollment form here.
Disability Ministry Training Days
All persons—of any age and with any disability—have a home in the Church. The Diocese of Allentown will be hosting the National Catholic Partnership on Disability (NCPD) to provide a free two-day disability ministry training on April 21 and April 22, 2026 at St. Joseph the Worker, 1879 Applewood Dr, Orefield, PA 18069. Clergy, parish employees, diocesan staff, volunteers from any ministry, and the families of persons with disabilities are all welcomed and encouraged to register.
Day 1: Tuesday, April 21: Mental Health. Topics will include accompaniment, stigma, trauma-informed care, and suicide.
Day 2: Wednesday, April 22: Disability Ministry and Universal Design. Learn how removing barriers—including non-physical barriers—opens the doors of the Church to all. Topics will include parish assessment tools, adaptive catechesis, guidance around language, and other resources.
Both days begin with Mass at 8:30am and conclude by 5pm. Lunch will be provided. Register no later than April 17 for one or both days using the following form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQXFqXa4Sl1h0Qp_4lg_IR5lAEGFPGewhgyvpcfKGwThdGGQ/viewform.
Rachel's Vineyard Retreat
Join us for an intimate spiritual journey for anyone seeking healing after abortion. In a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment, you can focus on this painful time in your life and enter into the process of healing. Through scripture readings, guided meditations and activities flowing from the meditations, you can experience God's compassion and forgiveness. For registration information contact: Carol Swavely, MA, OSF at 1-866-3RACHEL (Toll free) or 610-435-1541ext 5341. You may also email Carol at [email protected]. The retreat will be held April 24-26, 2026. Deadline for registration is April 17, 2026.
Retreat to Fatima and Lourdes with Fr. John Frink
Take a pilgrimage to Fatima and Lourdes from June 7-16, 2026 under the spiritual direction of Fr. John Frink. Click this link: https://www.206tours.com/cms/frfrink/ to view detailed itinerary, pricing information, and to book.
