COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Sep 23

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Updated: 11 minutes ago

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NOTICES

YARD SIGNS AVAILABLE

Help your neighbors see that Idaho chooses life. Two simple signs are available:

Stop Prop 1

We have yard signs available across the state to help voters recognize how extreme Proposition 1 really is.

Email Info@StopProp1.org to find one locally.

Please consider making a donation of $4.50 per sign

Donate at StopProp1.org.

We Choose Life

Contact Idaho Chooses Life to request their “We Choose Life” sign.

Idaho law protects political yard signs on private property. An HOA may set reasonable rules about size, number, and placement — it cannot ban you from displaying a sign supporting or opposing a ballot measure. Don’t let fear of an HOA keep you from standing for the unborn.

Put a sign out. Start a conversation. Vote No on Prop 1.

Verbum Spei: the Brothers' apostolate work in the Treasure Valley has grown! They are in need of a small- to mid-sized, 4-door sedan. Gas economy is a factor. Call or text Father Johannes at (208) 809-6120.

Verbum Spei is looking for a few good hands!

The monastery cottages have some handyman needs, specifically bathtub recaulking and outside door weatherstripping replacement. Contact: Kit (530) 307-0575

OCTOBER 2026

Now – Nov. 1:

40 Days for Life

Sign up to spend an hour in prayer for the right to life of all Idaho’s pre-born babies and in support of mothers. Vigil location: public sidewalk in front of Planned Parenthood, 2112 E. Franklin Rd., Meridian. Vigil hours: Sept. 23 – Nov. 1, daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Local contacts: Jackie (208) 420-8823 or Karen (208) 869-6804 Sign up: 40daysforlife.com/meridian

St. Mark's Noel Boutique - Vendors Wanted, Boise

Vendors are wanted for St. Mark's Noel Boutique. If interested, please email brownrose73@yahoo.com.

The deadline for vendor registration is October 31.
Hours for the boutique are Saturday, Nov. 21 (8am to 5pm) and Sunday, Nov. 22 (9am to 1pm) at St. Mark's, 7960 W Northview St., Boise.

Oct. 10: Mass for the Sanctity of Life, Meridian

Fr. Benjamin Onyemachi will celebrate Mass for the Sanctity of Life at 10 a.m. near Meridian Planned Parenthood, 2112 E. Franklin Rd, Meridian, hosted by the Holy Apostles Knights of Columbus.

Gather in the vacant lot to the east of MPP
Rosary will begin at 9:30.
Bring your own chair.
Parking is limited to 140 spots.

Oct. 12: Virtual Missions Rosary

Please join the Diocese Pastoral Center Staff for a virtual missions rosary on Monday, Oct. 12 at 9:30a.m. https://app.zoom.us/wc

Zoom Meeting ID: 832 8827 2261 PW: 534343

Oct.12–16: Salt & Light Radio Fall Pledge Drive

Live the Peace of Christ! Salt & Light Radio celebrates the Jubilee Year of St. Francis with our Fall Pledge Drive, October 12–16. Tune in for five days of inspiring interviews with priests and Catholic leaders from across Idaho.

Pledge by October 9 for a chance to win a McCall cabin weekend and two Brundage day passes or to also enter the drawing for a seat on our 2027 France Pilgrimage. Pray, listen, and pledge. Learn more at saltandlightradio.com or call (208) 344-4774.

Oct. 16: Strengthening OCIA in Your Parish, St. Louis, MO & Online

Augustine Institute is hosting Ripe for the Harvest: Strengthening OCIA in Your Parish, a professional development day for pastoral leaders on Friday, Oct. 16 from 9a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Contact: admissions@augustine.edu or (314) 912-0530.

Oct. 16-18: A Weekend with Mary Fall Retreat, Coeur d'Alene

Campus Ministry Retreat for young adults hosted by Father Paul Kallal, OMV, at Camp Lutherhaven, 3258 W. Lutherhaven Rd., Coeur d’Alene.

$55 for U of I students
$175 for all other young adults
Registration deadline: Oct. 4 at 7 p.m.
Sign up at vandalcatholic.com/retreats

Oct. 17: Edward Fest at St. Edward the Confessor

Celebrate the harvest season at St. Edward’s, 212 7th Ave East, Twin Falls, with tours at 12:30 p.m., bingo and children’s games from 3:30 – 5 p.m., dinner from 5 – 8:30 p.m., and Mass at 5 p.m. (English) and 7 p.m. (Spanish). Dinner cost: $10 Per Adult, $6 12yrs and under, $30 Family of 4.

Oct. 17: True Colors: A Party with a Purpose, Boise

Respect Life, St. Mark’s, 7960 Northview, Boise, is hosting an art and wine festival on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

Oct. 24: Anchored in Hope Idaho Catholic Marriage Conference, Boise

The Diocese of Boise's Marriage and Family Life Office is pleased to offer our 2nd annual Idaho Catholic Marriage Conference at the Boise Centre to celebrate the Sacrament of Marriage.

Saturday, Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Boise Centre West, 850 W. Front St., Boise
Speakers: Michaelann & Curtis Martin

Beth & Dr. Edward Sri

Lorissa & Johnny Horn

Bishop Peter F. Christensen

Oct. 24: Naming and Taming Anxiety and Stress, Online

The Dioceses of Boise, Baker and Spokane will host a four-week virtual retreat with Catholic therapist Jim Otremba, focusing on anxiety and negative stress.

Sessions are Oct. 24 and 31, and Nov. 7 and 14, from 1-2 p.m. Mountain Time via Zoom.
Cost is $97
Registration closes Oct. 17.
Register online at jimotremba@gmail.com.

Oct. 28: France Pilgrimage Informational Meeting, Boise and Online

Journey to Southern France! Join Salt & Light Radio and Spiritual Director Father Johannes Kamphuis for a pilgrimage to Southern France, April 19–27, 2027. An early booking discount is available through October 20, 2026. An informational meeting will be held Wednesday, October 28, at Our Lady of Ephesus in Boise and via Zoom. Learn more at saltandlightradio.com/pilgrimage.

Oct. 31: Prayer Vigil with Verbum Spei, Boise

The brothers would like to warmly invite Idaho Catholics to join us for a prayer vigil on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Ephesus, Boise. Begin by singing the Divine Office of Vigils, followed by a time of Eucharistic Adoration. Our primary intentions for this vigil are to celebrate the Solemnity of All Saints with the local community and to pray for the upcoming elections on November 3rd.

NOVEMBER 2026

Nov 1: Parish Dinner, Ferdinand

Assumption Parish, 406 Maple St, Ferdinand, is hosting their annual dinner on Sunday, Nov. 1 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The menu includes roast beef, ham, mashed potatoes, green beans, coleslaw, roll and dessert. The price for the meal is $15 for adults, $7 for children K – 6^th grade and free for younger children. Bingo will be played all day and the raffle drawing will begin at 4 p.m. with more than 20 chances to win.

Nov. 1: Men's Conference Registration Opens, Boise

Calling all men, registration opens November 1 for the 2027 Idaho Catholic Men’s Conference themed, "All In". Join us on Saturday, January 30, 2027, at Holy Apostles in Meridian or participate online. Experience a powerful day featuring Mass with Bishop Peter, talks by Fr. Mark Goring, Joe Heschmeyer, and Dr. John Bishop, and an opportunity to strengthen your faith with hundreds of other Catholic men. Register today at IdahoCatholicMen.org or call 208-344-4774 for more information.

Nov. 2: All Souls Day Candlelight Vespers and Mass, Boise

Candlelight Celebration of Vespers at 6 p.m. and Mass at 7 p.m. in remembrance of all the faithful departed at St. John’s Cathedral, 707 N 8th Street, Boise.

In preparation, votive candles will be available at the parish office for writing the names of your loved ones beginning Oct. 11.
Questions? Contact MJ Price: (208) 342-3511.

Nov. 6: Church Builders Living Water Fundraiser, Boise

Join us in person to support the Church Builders Living Water Fundraiser and help bring clean water to those in need and listen to speaker Lorissa Horn on Friday,

Nov. 6, 2026 at 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Pioneer Room, 6^th floor of Jack’s Urban Meeting Place (JUMP), 1000 W. Myrtle St., Boise.
Register at www.EventBrite.com or www.ChurchBuilders.us.
Discount pricing for table of eight or early ticket purchase before Oct. 1.

Nov. 8: Harvest Festival, Lewiston

All Saints Catholic Church, 3330 14^th St., Lewiston, is hosting a Harvest Festival on Sunday, Nov. 8 from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be kids games and a country store with beef pit BBQ, potatoes, coleslaw, rolls, green beans and chocolate cake. Entrance fees are $20 for ages 11 and up and $7 for ages 4-10. Kids aged 3 and under are free.

Nov. 13 & 14: St. Jerome’s Craft Bazaar, Jerome

St. Jerome’s is hosting a craft bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 13, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch will be for sale from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 216 2^nd Ave. East, Jerome. No entry fee.

Nov. 19 - 30: Light the World Giving Machine, Boise

Support Catholic Charities of Idaho and other non-profits with the Giving Machine kiosk at the Boise Towne Square Mall. Public Launch Event: Nov. 19 at noon. For more information go to: https://www.justserve.org/GivingMachineIdaho

Nov. 21: A Sacrament for True Sanctity, Boise

A half-day couples retreat will take place at the Monastery of Our Lady of Ephesus, 4450 N. Five Mile Rd., Boise, on Saturday, Nov. 21 at 9 a.m. and will end with noon Mass and lunch. Childcare is provided.

Register: Google Form
Questions: registrar@vsboise.org

Nov. 21 – 22: St. Mark's Noel Boutique, Boise

St. Mark's Parish in Boise, 7960 W. Northview St., Boise, to host their Noel Boutique on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday, Nov. 22, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

DECEMBER 2026

Dec 1 - 14: Light the World Giving Machine, Caldwell

Support Catholic Charities of Idaho and other non-profits with the Giving Machine kiosk at Indian Creek Plaza. Public Launch Event: Dec. 1 at noon. For more information go to: https://www.justserve.org/GivingMachineIdaho

Dec. 5: Floriani Free Music Workshop, Boise

Free music workshop for all music directors, choir members and interested musicians. Saturday, Dec. 5 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the St. John’s Riffle Center, 775 N. 8^th St., Boise. Register at boisemorris@gmail.com. Click here to view the workshop flyer.

Dec. 5: Floriani Advent Concert, Boise

Saturday, Dec, 5 at 7 p.m. at St. John’s Cathedral. No tickets needed but a free will offering will be taken. Reception will follow in the parish hall to meet the singers. Click here to view the event flyer.

Dec 15 - 31: Light the World Giving Machine, Meridian

Support Catholic Charities of Idaho and other non-profits with the Giving Machine kiosk at The Village. Public Launch Event: Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. For more information go to: https://www.justserve.org/GivingMachineIdaho