Archdiocesan news briefs
Pro-life Mass and Rosary
The monthly Pro-life Mass and Rosary hosted by the archdiocesan Respect Life Apostolate (formerly the Helpers of God’s Precious Infants Mass and Rosary) will be celebrated at 7:45 a.m. Saturday, June 21, at St. Wenceslaus Church, 3014 Oregon Ave. in St. Louis. The Rosary will be prayed after Mass. Prayers will be offered on behalf of women and men facing unplanned pregnancies and for a greater respect for all human life, especially the unborn child. The monthly Mass is celebrated at different churches around the archdiocese.
Jubilee of the Eucharist
All are invited to a Jubilee of the Eucharist event from 9:15 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, June 21, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 8 W. Highway D in New Melle. Father Dan Shaughnessy, pastor of St. Patrick Parish in Wentzville; Father Timothy Elliot, pastor of St. Gianna Parish in Wentzville; and Father David Skillman, pastor of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, will each give a talk on the Eucharist. There will also be a eucharistic miracles exhibit, time for private prayer and confession, and the day will conclude with a Holy Hour and 33 Days to Eucharistic Glory Consecration. Cost is $10, which includes lunch. To RSVP, call or (636) 398-5270 or visit bit.ly/3FN6LTo.
Live on Purpose
Young adults are invited to Live on Purpose, a day of prayer, reflection and action rooted in the Eucharist and inspired by the examples of St. Martin de Porres and Blessed Carlo Acutis. Be empowered to bring Christ’s love into the world through compassionate service and authentic faith. The event will be held from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, June 28, at the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury. To register, visit tinyurl.com/23ae7htu.
Shroud conference in St. Louis
The Shroud of Turin 2025 International Conference &Symposium will take place July 31-Aug. 3 at the Augustine Institute in St. Louis. The international conference explores the mystery and science of the Shroud of Turin, featuring researchers, theologians, historians, scientists and others. Tickets for select sessions are available and may be purchased at Shroud2025Conference.com. Sessions include keynote addresses, panel discussions and multimedia presentations open to anyone interested in the intersection of faith, science and history.
