Events and Activities

Are you interested in learning more about the Catholic faith? OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults)sessions are open to:● Those interested in receiving the Sacraments of Baptism, First Communion, or Confirmation● Those who would like to learn more about the Catholic faith● Anyone who has questions about Catholic beliefs, teachings, or the life of the ChurchAll are welcome! Come and explore the Catholic faith in a welcoming and supportive environment.Please contact Joanne Kelly at jkelly@stdamienparish.com or 609-399-0648 X0100

The Legion of Mary is the largest apostolic organization of lay people in the Catholic Church with well over 3 million members in almost every country of the world. We meet every Tuesday at 9:15 AM in Culliney Hall. All are welcome to stop by! To learn more, contact Mary Louise Bowdler at (609) 442-4091

Come join us for Spanish lessons for English learners at the St. Damien Parish Center, beginning September 15. Classes will be held on Tuesdays from 2:00–3:30 PM. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn a new language, meet others, and strengthen the bonds of our parish community. All are welcome! For more information or to express your interest, please contact Joanne Kelly at 609-399-0648 or jkelly@stdamienparish.com.

Put your thinking caps on, come alone or put a team together and join us! 50/50 and Basket Raffle, Dessert, Coffee, Tea, Soda or BYOB. Admission is $5.00 at door. Reservations are requested, contact Mary Ann McIntyre at 267-226-4833.

The Grief Support Group offers a spiritually focused journey from grief to healing for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one. This program is a nine (9) week series (September 23 – November 18), and participants are expected to attend all sessions to receive the full benefit of the program. All materials are provided free of charge. Enrollment is limited to 10 participants. Time: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM Registration is required. The registration deadline is September…

Dr. Marisa Guerin, a retired consultant and facilitator with expertise in organizational behavior andleadership, will be presenting and engaging in discussion on this topic via Zoom. Like us, Sr. Therese encountered difficult and damaged people who aroused feelings of resentment, anger, and indignation. Sr. Therese gradually came to see others with the compassionate eyes of Jesus. She also learned how to avoid violence to herself, others, and life itself, trusting God who never abandons our suffering world. Facilitated by Sr.…

The Leisure Club meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month. Contact Bea Pinkerton for information at (570) 507-1670.

We will be preparing peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for the guests of the Atlantic City Rescue Mission. Donations of creamy peanut butter and grape jam are especially needed this month. All are welcome! For more information, please contact Joanne Kelly at 609-399-0648 or jkelly@stdamienparish.com.