Around the Diocese

Divine Mercy Sunday is April 7 this year. Several parishes are hosting celebrations. They are: Saint Mary Parish — from 3 to 4 p.m., followed by potluck dinner at 4050 South 3900 West, West Haven. For information or to sign up, call 801-898-382; Saint Thomas More Parish — at 3 p.m. at 3015 E. Creek Road, Sandy. The Divine Mercy Chaplet will be sung; a prayerful welcome to Pope Francis and dinner to follow. For information visit divinemercy@stmutah.org or call 801-898-199; Saint Martin de Porres Parish — at 3 p.m. at 4914 South 2200 West, Taylorsville. Saint Faustina’s diary will be read. Everyone is welcome.

Christian Documentary to Air — Saturday, March 30 at 9 p.m. and Tuesday, April 2 at 3 a.m. on KUEN-9 public television. "The Other Holy Land," a documentary that explores historical Christian sites in what is now Turkey and the role the region played in the development of Christianity. Carrier information by county is available at www.uen.org/tv/translators. For information, visit www.frankfrostproductions.com.

Nocturnal Adoration for Vocations — Friday, April 5 from 9 p.m. to 8 a.m. with men at every hour at Saint Mary Catholic Church, 4050 South 3900 West, West Haven.

Judge Memorial Boys Basketball Camp — April 8-11, and April 13 at Judge Memorial CHS, 650 South 1100 East, SLC. For current 5th-8th graders. It will be conducted by the Judge coaching staff along with several of the players from this season’s team. Fee is $50. Participants will receive a Judge basketball practice shirt and have the opportunity to compete in basketball contests. For information or for registration form visit www.judgememorial.com/athletics.

An Old Fashioned Melodrama — Friday, April 12 at 7 p.m. at Kuzy Hall at the St. George Parish, 259 West 200 North, St. George. "Dangerous Waters aka Lovely Inn Danger, A Melodrama," by D. Chapelle. Tickets are adults: $8, students: $3 and children under 10: $2. Tickets available at the church office or at the door. Sponsored by the Cursillo members of St. George Parish.

St. Helen’s Catfish Dinner — Saturday, April 13, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Saint Helen Catholic Church, 433 East 200 North, Roosevelt. Cost is $12 for adults and take out, $6 for children under 10. For tickets and information, contact Janet Alberts 724-0809 or Judy Guinn 722-8324 or 724-0878.

Judge Memorial CHS International Benefit Banquet — Saturday, April 13 at St. Vincent’s Holy Family Hall, 1375 E. Spring Lane, SLC. This year, in partnership with the Judge Memorial Africa Outreach Club, the clubs will raise money for the Salt Lake-based organization, Africa Heartwood Project. Banquet tickets are $25. For tickets or to donate, contact Victoria Cabal at 801-517-2133 or vcabal@judgememorial.com.

Juan Diego CHS ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ — April 18-20 at 7 p.m. in the Juan Diego CHS auditorium, 11800 South 300 East, Draper. Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for children and seniors; they may be purchased in advance at the high school or at the door the night of performances. For information call 801-984-7650 or visit jdchs.org.

Bishop’s Dinner for Scouters and Clergy — Sunday, April 21, at 4:30 p.m., at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 9800 South 1700 East, Sandy. All adults who play a role in scouting for Catholic boys and girls are invited to attend. Gather at 4:30 p.m. for appetizers; dinner at 5:15 p.m., with entertainment to follow. RSVP by April 15 to Samantha Almanza, 801-328-8641 ext 313 or samantha.almanza@dioslc.org.

Dine-to-Donate — Tuesday, April 23 from 5-9 p.m. at Maurilio’s Restaurant, 3078 West 7800 South, West Jordan. The Saint Joseph the Worker Council of the Knights of Columbus is holding a Dine-to-Donate dinner to raise funds for Special Olympics; 20 percent of your food purchase will be donated to Special Olympics of Utah.

Northern Deanery Women’s Retreat — Saturday, June 1, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 1100 East 5550 South, Ogden. A day filled with speakers, reflection and music. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided. Bishop John C. Wester will begin the morning with prayer. Limited seating available; pre-register to ensure a seat: $10. For information or to register call or text Maria Lobato at 801-989-2257 or email joyfulevent@yahoo.com.

Overeaters Anonymous Newcomers Meetings — Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Saint Olaf Parish rectory basement, 276 East 1700 South, Bountiful. For information, call 801-298-1502.

National Catholic Youth Choir — June 17 - July 2, is seeking Catholic high school students entering grades 10, 11, and 12 in fall of 2013 to audition for the 2013 camp and multi-state concert tour. Camp is at Saint John’s Abbey and University, Collegeville, Minn. The cost is $900 (scholarships available, includes meals, lodging and tour expenses). Apply online at www.CatholicYouthChoir.org or visit the website for information, purchase CD’s or view a video of the 2012 choir, camp and tour.