Ethics of AI and Its Role in Evangelization
February 21, 2026
8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Pastoral Center, 9292 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410
Mental Health Basics for Ministry
February 24, 2026
6-8 p.m.
Pastoral Center, 9292 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410
Catechism Series on Prayer
February 25- March 25, 2026
6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Pastoral Center, Merrillville, IN, 46410
The Prayer series, presented by Sean Martin, will cover six topics: Praying with Scripture (March 4), Praying with Mary (March 11), The Our Father (March 18) and Praying with the Saints (March 25). Please bring your Catechism of the Catholic Church and materials to take notes. Cost $25 for the series.
Renewing the Heart of the Servant
March 15, 2026
4-7 p.m.
Pastoral Center, Merrillville, IN, 46410
A spiritual retreat to uplift, rejuvenate, and empower a leader's heart and soul. The retreat will be in English and Spanish. Attendees are encouraged to bring a dish to share. The retreat leader will be Fr. Cesar Arras, Director of Marriage and Family Ministry of the Diocese of Grand Rapids.
Un encuentro espiritual para elevar, renovar y fortalecer el corazón y el alma de un líder. El retiro será bilingüe: en inglés y en español. Se anima traer un platillo para compartir. El orador invitado: el Padre Cesar Arras, director del Ministerio de Matrimonio y Familia de la Diócesis de Grand Rapids.
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Faith and Politics
March 21, 2026
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Pastoral Center, Merrillville, IN 46410
Join us for Formation Saturdays—they are dynamic mornings of practical leadership training, spiritual enrichment, and meaningful connection for priests, deacons, parish leaders, and volunteers throughout the Diocese of Gary. This formation will be offered both in English (St. Teresa of Avila Student Center, Valparaiso, IN) and Spanish (St. Paul in Valparaiso, IN). Light Breakfast will be offered.
Únanse a nosotros para los Sábados de Formación—son mañanas dinámicas de capacitación práctica en liderazgo, fe y conexión para todos los sacerdotes, diáconos, líderes parroquiales y voluntarios de toda la Diócesis de Gary. Esta formación se ofrecerá tanto en inglés (Centro Estudiantil Santa Teresa de Ávila, Valparaíso, IN) como en español (San Pablo en Valparaíso, IN). Se ofrecerá un desayuno ligero.
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Accompaniment 101 (Listen, Teach, Send)
March 24, 2026
6-8 p.m.
Pastoral Center, Merrillville, IN 46410
"Walking With Young People Like Jesus Did"
What does authentic accomplishment look like in ministry today? Rooted in the model of Listen, Teach, Send, this session explores how to walk with young people intentionally: building trust, speaking truth with love and helping them discern their next steps. Learn how Jesus' approach to relationships can shape our ministry today. Featuring special guest Fr. Nate Edquist, Vocations Director for the Diocese of Gary, who will share insights from his work accompanying young people in discernment.
La enseñanza y predicación de nuestra fe
March 28, 2026
7 p.m.
Formación para quienes enseñan, comparten o predican la fe en cualquier nivel. Revisaremos principios bíblicos, pedagógicos y pastorales para comunicar el Evangelio con profundidad, sencillez y autenticidad. Incluye herramientas para preparar charlas, acompañar grupos y anunciar la fe con mayor impacto.
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Understanding Gen Z & Gen Alpha: Who Are We Ministering To? A Deep Dive Into Today’s Young Church
Explore the real motivations, challenges, and spiritual longings of the generations we serve. Cut through stereotypes and learn what research tells us about teens and emerging adults today. Open to anyone who walks with young people: youth ministers, young adult ministry leaders, pastors, deacons, parish staff, teachers, hospitality ministers, parishioners, employers, and more. Light refreshments will be served. No payment.
Participants Will Learn:
- What Gen Z and Gen Alpha value
- How they communicate and connect spiritually
- Why belonging matters more than programs
Roundtable on Hospitality During Lent
February 6, 2026
12:30 p.m. Live Online Webinar. Register Here.
Webinar recording will be available after the event.