Reverend Joseph E. Kurtz, D.D. Bishop | Archdiocese of Louisville

The Marian Committee is set to conduct a First Saturday Devotion on May 3 at St. Ignatius Martyr Church, beginning with a Mass at 9 a.m., and followed by a devotion and reconciliation at 9:30 a.m. This devotion will feature the adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, a Gospel reading, a homily, and sacred music.

Catholic Cemeteries has scheduled an infant prayer service on April 30 for families who have lost a child. The service will take place in the Holy Innocents Section of Calvary Cemetery, and occurs on the last Wednesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. Additions to the prayer list can be made by calling 451-7710.

A Maranatha Retreat tailored for individuals with chronic illness and their caregivers is set for May 10 at the Flaget Center from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The retreat is free of charge and participants must register beforehand by contacting Denise Bouchard at 636-0296 or at dbouchard@archlou.org.

The “Dead Theologians Society,” a young adult prayer group, meets on the first Wednesday of every month at St. John Paul II Church. Sessions begin at 7 p.m. in the school cafeteria, providing prayer, food, and social opportunities. Interested individuals may contact Curt Meyers to register at cmeyers@stjpiiparish.com.

The Lay Missionaries of Charity invite participation at St. Aloysius Church in Shepherdsville, KY, for Mass, adoration, and spiritual direction on May 11 at 11 a.m. Email Martha Green at lmcarchlou@gmail.com for additional details.

The St. Serra Club of Louisville has announced its luncheon meeting on May 5 at 11:30 a.m. at Golden Corral, featuring Dr. DeKarlos Blackmon as the guest speaker. The cost is $12 for members and $15 for others. Contact Chuck Lynch at 442-9302 for more details.

Ups & Downs, a support group hosted by St. Michael Church, meets monthly at Forest Hills Commons Assisted Living Facility. The next meeting will be on the first Friday of May from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. To learn more, contact Ann C. Holloway at ach.29@hotmail.com.

Holy Name Church will offer parking services during Derby Week as a fundraiser. Parking costs are $20 for Thurby, $40 for Oaks, and $50 for Derby. Reservations can be made by contacting the parish office at admin@holynamelouisville.org.

Catholic Singles of Louisville will gather on the first Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Interested parties can reach Mike Miller at 472-5240 or mike25k@aol.com for more information.

The Catholic Charities of Louisville is accepting applications for its Youth Board for the 2025-26 school year until May 9. Applications and further information can be obtained by emailing dbelt@archlou.org.

An all-class reunion for the old Holy Rosary Academy is scheduled for May 10 at the Americana Community Center. For more information, reach out to Carolyn Dawson at 654-8254.

The St. Meinrad Archabbey Library Gallery will showcase "My Black and Whites" by Mary Ann Michna through May 30. Call 800-987-7311 for library hours.

Father Joe Rankin will lead Bible study sessions at St. Rita Church, beginning at 6:30 p.m. on select dates.

The Notre Dame Club of Greater Louisville presents a lecture on "Peaceful Resolution of International Disputes" by Emilia Justyna Powell on May 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the Trinity High School welcome center. RSVP by emailing louisville.president@alumni.nd.edu.

St. Bernadette Church's Adult Christian Enrichment Program will offer assorted programs led by Deacon Pat Harris on Thursdays and Fridays.