World Youth Day 2027: August 1 - 9, 2027
World Youth Day is a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience Mass with Pope Leo, worship, inspiring talks, and Adoration while surrounded by over a million young Catholics. This pilgrimage is for young adults, parish leaders, and 16+ high school juniors and seniors with a parent or guardian. The cost includes airfare, 4-star lodging, transportation, daily breakfast, WYD meals, and registration fee (up to $250). A $500 deposit is due at time of registration.
The deadline to register is February 15, 2026.
Sunday, Feb. 15 at 5:00 PM
Sarah Hart Performs at Assumption Parish - Midland
Come join Grammy-nominated and BMI-winning contemporary Christian music artist Sarah Hart for two inspiring evenings of story and song.
In this community event, Sarah will weave together heartfelt music and personal message with the theme "Fruit of the Spirit: Planted, Thriving, Yielding."
All are invited! No ticket required.
Dates: Sunday & Monday, February 15-16 Time: 6:30-8:00 pm
Location: Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish - Midland, MI
Monday, Feb. 16 at 8:00 PM
Black History Mass/ Luncheon
Come celebrate Black History Community Mass with guest Father Anthony Bozeman and Anthony Kote-Witah, OFM, Cap

Sunday, Feb. 22 at 1:00 PM
Safe Environment Facilitated Training
Safe Environment training is required for all diocesan, parish, and school employees and volunteers in contact with minors. All are welcome. Please arrive 10 minutes early to sign in to ensure the on-time beginning of the presentation.
Monday, Feb. 23 at 8:00 PM
Safe Environment Training
Safe Environment training is required for all diocesan, parish, and school employees and volunteers in contact with minors. All are welcome. Please arrive 10 minutes early to sign in to ensure the on-time beginning of the presentation.
Wednesday, Mar. 4 at 8:00 PM
Safe Environment Facilitated Training
Safe Environment training is required for all diocesan, parish, and school employees and volunteers in contact with minors. All are welcome.
Please arrive 10 minutes early to sign in to assure the on-time beginning of the presentation.
Wednesday, Mar. 11 at 3:00 PM
Saginaw Catholic Men's Conference
Join us for an inspiring conference at St Stan's Catholic Church in Bay City. Get ready to connect with fellow Catholic men and dive deep into faith & fellowship. This conference is designed to inspire and strengthen your spiritual journey. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to grow in your faith and build lifelong friendships. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable experience!
Speakers: Bishop Gruss, Dr David Anders (EWTN), & Dr Dan Schneider (Franciscan Univ)
$30 Discount price thru EventBrite ends on March 3, 2026
Saturday, Mar. 14 at 3:00 PM
Women's Lenten Silent Retreat: In the Footsteps of Mary and the 3 Teresas
All women in the Diocese are invited to join LeAnne and Dr. Dan Osborn for a Saturday, March 14 Women's Lenten Silent Retreat: "In the Footsteps of Mary and the 3 Teresas."
This daylong retreat at the Center for Ministry, sponsored by the Saginaw Diocesan Council of Catholic Women, will explore how the spirituality of the Blessed Virgin Mother Mary, St. Teresa of Avila, St. Therese of Lisieux and St. Mother Teresa can enrich our Lenten journeys -- and our lives as beloved disciples of Jesus.
Mass and Confessions are included.
Saturday, Mar. 14 at 4:00 PM
Emmaus Retreat for Grieving Parents
Are you a parent who has lost a child and would appreciate support? Whether it happens through miscarriage, stillbirth, or later in life, the death of a child is a deep and tragic loss for parents – and for their hopes and dreams for the future. No matter what the age, cause of death, or how much time has passed, the grief over the loss of a child weighs heavily on the hearts of parents. On Saturday, March 14, 2026, a one-day Emmaus Retreat for Grieving Parents will be offered at St Catherine of Sienna Parish in Bay City.
Saturday, Mar. 14 at 7:00 PM