Bible Study: Hebrews - The New & Eternal Covenant
2025-02-13 09:45 - 11:15 (America/New_York) | Our Lady of Angels – Randolph, 43 Hebard Hill Rd, Randolph, VT, United States
Do We Realize How Richly We’ve Been Blessed?
Embark on a guided tour of the “Holy of Holies” of biblical theology. The book of Hebrews is like a little Catechism. It is steeped in rich truths that are foundational to our Catholic Faith, but its highly refined theological concepts can be difficult for even the most seasoned Bible scholars to unpack.
Presented by Andrew Swafford and Jeff Cavins, Hebrews: The New and Eternal Covenant draws out the riches of this sublime book in a way that makes them easier to understand. It draws connections between the Old and New Testaments, the Liturgy, the Eucharist, the priesthood, and so much more. Most importantly, Hebrews will help Catholics appreciate the astounding generosity of God as they see the wonders he has given us in the Church
Classes will meet weekly for discussion and to review the videos provided by Ascension Press. Preregistration is required.

Winter Warmup Bible Study
2025-02-13 17:15 - 18:15 | Online Event
Come participate in our Winter Warmup Bible Study! On Thursdays from 1/16 to 2/6, Fr Tim Naples will lead Zoom sessions using the text, Bible Basics for Catholics by John Bergsma; contact him at tnaples@vermontcatholic.org to receive the Zoom link. Sessions will run from 5:15 to 6:15 PM and will also be recorded for later viewing. Focusing on Salvation History, this study will be perfect for those who are new to the scriptures as well as people who have been studying them for some time. Books will be $3 each and are now available in the St John Vianney office. For more details, go to stjohnvianneyvt.org/biblebasics.

Spanish Mass
2025-02-13 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Peter Church – Vergennes, 85 S Maple St, Vergennes, VT, United States
There will be a Spanish Mass at St. Peter’s in Vergennes on January 16th at 7:00 p.m. with homemade Mexican meal to follow. All are welcome! Bilingual Missalettes are available

Essex Community Dinner
2025-02-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Holy Family Parish Hall, 28 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT, United States
Essex Community Dinners are provided in order to grow and promote our community! They are also intended to feed the lonely and needy among us. These meals are free to all but donations are appreciated to cover parish expenses.
Take-out dinners are also available, starting at 6:00pm, for those who still need to avoid crowds.

Enrich Your Marriage
2025-02-14 18:00 - 20:00 | St. John the Baptist Church – Enosburg Falls, 222 Missisquoi St, Enosburg Falls, VT, United States
Join us for “The Joy of Marriage” series of date nights. These events are for married and engaged couples, featuring fellowship and presentations.
These events are coordinated by Deacon Armand Auclair, Marriage and Family Life Director for the Diocese of Burlington, and will be held on: February 14, March 14, April 11, May 9, June 13, and July 11 and will be 6 to 8 pm.
Register by emailing: aauclair@vermontcatholic.org

Men's Spiritual Development - Fatherhood in These Times
2025-02-15 08:00 - 10:30 | Immaculate Heart of Mary Church – Williston, 7417 Williston Rd, Williston, VT, United States
Knights of Columbus Holy Rosary Council is sponsoring a Spiritual Development Speaker on Saturday, February 15th, from 8:00 to 10:30 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church Hall in Williston.
Deacon Phil Lawson’s is presenting a talk “Fatherhood in These Times”.
All men are invited to share fellowship and encouragment that will make great use of your Saturday morning.

SoulCore - Waterbury
2025-02-15 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-02-22 09:00 - 10:00 | St. Leo’s Hall, 109 S Main St, Waterbury, VT, United States
New class session and location! SoulCore is a combination faith and fitness class based on the Most Holy Rosary. Class is about 1 hour. Everyone is welcome, bring your mat, water and participant form if you haven’t completed one yet. Suggested Donation of $10 supports this ministry and goes to charity.
Weekly classes start Saturday Feb 1 through Apr 12 (no class Mar 8) at 9:00 am at St. Andrews Church Parish Hall in Waterbury.
The participant form can be found here.

Grieving with Great Hope
2025-02-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-02-22 10:00 - 12:00 | St. Catherine of Siena Parish Hall – Shelburne, 72 Church St, Shelburne, VT, United States
Grief Workshop at St. Catherine’s Parish:
We are blessed to be able to offer this workshop AGAIN at St. Catherine of Siena Parish (72 Church Street, Shelburne, VT), which will be facilitated by parishioner Tom Bonnette.
To Register: Call 802-985-2373 or email stcatherineofsiena@vermontcatholic.org (with your name/home parish) to reserve your spot.
This year, the Grief Workshop will begin with a KICK-OFF SOCIAL on Saturday, Jan. 25 at 5 PM in the parish hall right after the 4 PM Mass. It will give you a chance to get to know your peers before the workshop starts. Please bring a picture of your loved one(s) and their obituary to share if you are able.
Grieving With Great Hope is a bereavement program based on Catholic teachings, developed by Good Mourning Ministries (GMM) and presented on the FORMED website. It offers: Prayerful, Practical, and Personal Grief Support. It is appropriate whether you lost a loved one recently or long ago.
The program consists of five weekly sessions. Each session will include watching a video, time for personal reflection, and small group sharing. All conversations are confidential and no one may share in discussion outside of session. You will receive a participant workbook and a journal with great content to help guide you to healing.
Here are the session topics & dates: (meets 10 AM to Noon in the parish hall)
–Session One: (Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025)
Grieving with Great Hope-Stories of loss and HOPE
–Session Two: (Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025)
Entering the Valley-An introduction to grief, mourning, and theories
–Session Three: (Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025)
The Journey Through-Emotions, Forgiveness, and the Seven Intentions of Mourning
–Session Four: (Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025)
Choosing to Move Forward-Aspects of Grief, Year of Firsts, and Rituals
–Session Five: (Saturday, March 1, 2025)/reception will follow
Jesus Wept-Fr. John Riccardo, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Litany of the Saints

Worldwide Marriage Encounter Dinner Dance
2025-02-15 16:30 - 21:00 | St. Joseph Cathedral – Burlington, 29 Allen St, Burlington, VT, United States
Dinner and dancing to celebrate St. Valentine’s Day. $30.

STP Historic Preservation Committee BINGO
2025-02-15 17:00 - 20:00 | VT
Please join us for Bingo at St. Peter’s Parish Hall, 85 So Maple St, Vergennes. Doors open at 5pm and games start at 6pm. This is a family friendly event. All cash prizes, 50/50 raffle. Refreshments sold. This event is sponsored by the St. Peter’s Historic Preservation Committee to benefit the on-going efforts for the bell tower & the Church. Please join us!

St. Valentine’s Dinner
2025-02-15 17:30 - 20:30 | Our Lady of Angels – Randolph, 43 Hebard Hill Rd, Randolph, VT, United States
St. Valentine’s Dinner
Saturday, February 15th, 5:30 pm
Our Lady of the Angels, 43 Hebard Hill Road, Randolph
Tickets are$25 per person for a Prime Rib dinner with mashed potatoes, green beans & dessert.
Make plans to enjoy great food with the one you love! All are welcome but seating is limited 😊! Contact Bill Johnson at coachjohnson@outlook.com for tickets!

World Marriage Day Mass
2025-02-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Holy Cross Church – Colchester, 416 Church Rd, Bristol, VT, United States
Due to a change in the schedule, the Diocese of Burlington will now be celebrating World Marriage Day 2025 on Sunday, Feb. 16, at the 10 a.m. Mass at Holy Cross in Colchester. Main Celebrant will be Bishop McDermott.
In Vermont, those celebrating milestone anniversaries in 2025 (5, 10, 15, 20… 50, 51, or more) are invited to this special Mass with their families. A reception follows in the parish hall.
We rejoice that so many couples are living in fidelity to their marital commitment. We thank them for proclaiming in their daily lives the beauty, goodness, and truth of marriage. In countless ways — both ordinary and heroic — through good times and bad, they bear witness to the gift and blessing they have received from the hand of their creator (USCCB pastoral letter, “Love and Life in the Divine Plan”).
To register for the World Marriage Day Mass, please contact Nicole Hamilton at 802-658-6110, ext. 1131 or nhamilton@vermontcatholic.org. Include the couple’s names (as they want them to be written on the certificate), anniversary date (month, day, year), and current parish. The deadline to register is Friday, Jan. 24.

Bereavement Ministry
2025-02-16 13:00 - 14:00 | VT
An opportunity to pray and share with others who have lost a loved one, in comfortable setting.
We meet on the third Sunday of every month for about an hour.
We meet at 1:00 p.m.
Rectory of Corpus Christi Parish
49 Winter St.
St. Johnsbury, VT 05819
Adjacent to St. John’s Church

Eileen George Prayer Group
2025-02-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Most Holy Name of Jesus – Morrisville, 301 Brooklyn St, Morrisville, VT, United States
Fr. Lance Harlow will be continuing Eileen George’s first book,”Beacon of God’s Love”, chapter 13: Korea Revisited. All are welcome.

Bible Study: Hebrews - The New & Eternal Covenant
2025-02-18 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-02-25 15:00 - 16:30 | St. Anthony Church – Bethel, 237 Church St, Bethel, VT, United States

Discussion on the Papal Encyclical, Dilexit Nos (He Loved Us)
2025-02-18 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Pius X – Essex, 20 Jericho Rd, Essex Junction, VT, United States
In his fourth encyclical, Dilexit Nos (He loved us), Pope Francis invites us to reflect on aspects of the Lord’s love that resonate meaningfully with “a world that seems to have lost its heart.” The Holy Father calls for a change of perspective, urging humanity to rediscover what is most essential: the heart.
Louise Boisvert will lead a discussion of this encyclical, which includes reflections from Sacred Scripture and previous magisterial teachings, reintroduces the Church to the spiritually profound devotion to the Sacred Heart.
“What characterizes our group,” Louise says, “is the simplicity and depth of our exchanges, combined with fraternal life and a good cup of coffee! A warm welcome to all!”

Discussion on the Papal Encyclical, Dilexit Nos (He Loved Us)
2025-02-19 09:00 - 22:30 | Holy Family Parish Hall, 28 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT, United States

Bible Study
2025-02-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-02-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Holy Cross Church – Colchester, 416 Church Rd, Bristol, VT, United States
Interested in joining an informal bible study group? Our bible study meets at Holy Cross every Wednesday from noon to 1:00pm to discuss and discern how to put God’s Word into practice in our lives. If you have questions, please call the parish office at 802-863-3002. All are welcome to join.

Bible Study: Hebrews - The New & Eternal Covenant
2025-02-19 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-02-26 18:00 - 19:30 | St. John the Evangelist – Northfield, 193 Vine St, Northfield, VT, United States

Bible Study: Hebrews - The New & Eternal Covenant
2025-02-21 09:45 - 11:15 | Our Lady of Angels – Randolph, 43 Hebard Hill Rd, Randolph, VT, United States
Do We Realize How Richly We’ve Been Blessed?
Embark on a guided tour of the “Holy of Holies” of biblical theology. The book of Hebrews is like a little Catechism. It is steeped in rich truths that are foundational to our Catholic Faith, but its highly refined theological concepts can be difficult for even the most seasoned Bible scholars to unpack.
Presented by Andrew Swafford and Jeff Cavins, Hebrews: The New and Eternal Covenant draws out the riches of this sublime book in a way that makes them easier to understand. It draws connections between the Old and New Testaments, the Liturgy, the Eucharist, the priesthood, and so much more. Most importantly, Hebrews will help Catholics appreciate the astounding generosity of God as they see the wonders he has given us in the Church
Classes will meet weekly for discussion and to review the videos provided by Ascension Press. Preregistration is required.
St. Anthony, Bethel: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm on Tuesdays, February 18 to April 8
St. John the Evangelist, Northfield: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm on Wednesdays, February 19 to April 9
Our Lady of the Angels, Randolph, 9:45 am – 11:15 am on Fridays, February 21 – April 11

Light of Hope: Diocesan Youth Day Retreat - St. Johnsbury
2025-02-22 09:30 - 15:30 | Fr. Joseph Lively Parish Center, 506 Summer St, Saint Johnsbury, VT, United States
Calling all 7th-12th graders! Join us on Saturday, February 22 from 9:30 AM-3:30 PM at the Father Lively Center in St. Johnsbury for a free Diocesan Day Retreat. Come together with other local youth and enjoy a day of prayer, reflection, fun, and hope!
We will be exploring the theme, “Light of Hope,” in parallel with the Year of Jubilee, “Pilgrims of Hope,” celebration around the world. Throughout the day, we will partake in fun activities, talks, small group time, Adoration, and Mass. Bring your friends and get to know other Catholics from around the state!
The retreat is free of charge, but we are asking participants to bring a bagged lunch and snacks with them.
The official end of the retreat is at 3:30 PM at which time parents or guardians are welcome to pick up participants or stay to attend the 4:00 PM Mass at St. John the Evangelist Church with the group.
To register for the retreat, please fill out the form available here: https://bit.ly/day-retreat-registration.
You can send any questions about the retreat to Isaac Desranleau, the Diocesan Youth and Young Adult Minister, via his email at idesranleau@vermontcatholic.org.

Chicken & Biscuits Dinner
2025-02-22 16:30 - 18:30 | Nativity of the BVM Church – Swanton, 65 Canada St, Swanton, VT, United States
Serving Chicken & Biscuits, Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce, Coleslaw & Dessert. Take-Outs Available. 802-363-1452

Catechism in a Year(ish)
2025-02-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Our Lady of Angels – Randolph, 43 Hebard Hill Rd, Randolph, VT, United States
Using the podcasts from Fr. Mike Schmitz, we will (slowly) read through the Catechism of the Catholic Church. For those who would prefer to move at a slower pace and discuss the material in a small group, we will review two (or so) episodes together each week.
The Catechism of the Catholic Church details the doctrine, dogma, and the basic tenets of the Church. Using the tradition of explaining what the Church believes, what she celebrates, what she lives and what she prays, the Catechism of the Catholic Church offers challenges for believers and answers for all those interested in learning about the mystery of the Catholic faith.
In reading the Catechism of the Catholic Church we can perceive the wonderful unity of the mystery of God… — Pope St. John Paul I
Beginning the week of September 10th, come to the “Year(ish)” discussion group, where we will listen together to one or two of the Catechism in A Year podcast, and then take time to discuss the material together! Our goal is to understand and love more deeply the Church, and the founder of our Church, Jesus!
Our Lady of the Angels: Mondays 6:00 -7:00 pm
St. John the Evangelist: Thursdays 9:45 – 10:45 am
There is no cost for this discussion group, but it is recommended that you acquire a copy of the Catechism of the Catholic Church for your own use.

Diocesan Lay Formation Information Webinar
2025-02-24 19:00 - 20:00 | VT
Diocesan Lay Formation Leadership Program: This program seeks to form laity to assist in leadership roles in their parishes. For example: in serving as RCIA leaders, Catechists, Pre-Cana, leading evangelization efforts, facilitating adult formation, and helping build vibrant parishes, etc. Key to this formation is inspiring and equipping the laity to serve and evangelize their parishes and communities as missionary disciples. This is a 2-year program that meets one Saturday a month in person, with additional formation taking place via online courses. Contact: Dcn. Phil Lawson plawson@vermontcatholic.org
Monday, February 24th, 2025 7PM
Registration Link: http://tiny.cc/2hv5001
Wednesday February 26th, 2025 7PM
Registration Link: http://tiny.cc/6hv5001

St. John Henry Newman Series of Sermon Seminars
2025-02-25 18:00 - 19:00 | VT
The seminars on the sermons of John Henry Newman will take place on Zoom at the indicated times and dates. The sermon will be read at the meeting; no need to prepare beforehand. Depending on the moderator, the sermon will be either interspersed with comments or read straight through with discussion to follow. The sessions will be between an hour and a half to two hours. Hope to see you there!
Dr. Mark Clark
Parochial and Plain Sermons, Volume IV, Sermon 15
“Moral Effects of Communion with God”
Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00 am
Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/94528155091https://tinyurl.com/NewmanSermonSeries
Fr. Kevin Chalifoux
Parochial and Plain Sermons, Volume I, Sermon 22
“Witnesses of the Resurrection”
Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 6:00 pm
Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/94528155091https://tinyurl.com/NewmanSermonSeries
Fr. Henry Furman
Parochial and Plain Sermons, Volume V, Sermon 8
“The State of Innocence”
Sunday May 4, 2025 (Third Sunday of Easter) at 7:00 pm
Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/NewmanSermonSeriesFurman
Fr. Matthew Rensch
Parochial and Plain Sermons, Volume III, Sermon 13
“Submission to Church Authority”
Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 6:30 pm
Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/94528155091https://tinyurl.com/NewmanSermonSeries
To access the written sermons, please see: https://newmanreader.org/works/index.html
(Scroll down a bit and you’ll find Parochial and Plain Sermons, and then the volume numbers 1 – 8)
