The Sisters of Notre Dame’s SHINE: Women’s Summit 2022 aims to support, honor, inspire, nurture, and empower women on Thursday.
Former news anchor Chrys Peterson and author Mona Hanna-Attisha will offer a keynote conversation. A panel discussion will include Toledo Fire chief Allison Armstrong, Sister Suzette Fisher, Connecting Kids to Meals president Wendi Huntley, and cancer survivor Amy Remer.
A cocktail reception and book signing will follow. Women of any faith background are welcome.
Proceeds will benefit the creation of a coalition between the Sisters of Notre Dame and other local organizations that empower women.
The summit starts at 1 p.m. at the Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St., Toledo. Tickets, $60, are available at valentinetheatre.com/events.
Visit sndusa.org/shine for more details.
Father Bacik continues lecture series
The Rev. James Bacik presents his first lecture of the academic year on Thursday. His topic is “Examining a Conspiracy Theory: Why So Many Americans Believe Trump’s Big Lie and What Can Be Done About it.”
The lecture begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Franciscan Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. Tickets are $10, cash or check at the door; religious and those with financial need are admitted free.
Father Jim Bacik is a widely regarded theologian, writer, lecturer, and retired diocesan pastor. He has lectured frequently at Lourdes University.
His next lecture, “Why So Many Americans are Reluctant to Vote and How We Can Increase Voter Participation,” is scheduled for Nov. 3.
Unspoken concert to benefit cancer research
The Christian band Unspoken performs at CedarCreek Church in Perrysburg on Oct. 3 for Catching Up With Jack, a sixth annual fund-raiser for pediatric cancer research and resources for local families.
The event is held in memory of Jack Fineske, who lost his battle to brain cancer at age 11 in October, 2015, while keeping his trust in Jesus throughout his illness.
The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. at CedarCreek, 29129 Lime City Rd., Perrysburg.
For tickets, starting at $38, and more information, go to catchingupwithjack.com.
Team Recovery founder shares ‘God’s Plan’
Toledoan Matt Bell shares his uplifting story of recovery from addiction in his presentation “God’s Plan” on Oct. 6.
Bell, who studied at St. Francis de Sales High School and the University of Toledo, was addicted to heroin for nine years. In 2015, he founded the local Team Recovery, a behavioral health company that offers various addiction treatment services.
The event is free and is hosted by the Catholic Business Network. It runs over breakfast between 7 and 9 a.m. at The Pinnacle, 1772 Indian Wood Cir., Maumee. Visit eventbrite.com to register.
Red Mass to recognize local legal community
The Diocese of Toledo celebrates its 16th annual Red Mass at Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral on Oct. 8.
The Red Mass, a tradition that originated in the 13th century, is offered for judges, lawyers, law students, and government officials.
Bishop Robert Deeley, of Portland, Maine, will be the celebrant and homilist. Toledo's Bishop Daniel Thomas will concelebrate.
Mass is at 5 p.m. at Rosary Cathedral, 2535 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo.
Catholic Charities launches ‘Faith Alive’
Rodney Schuster, executive director of Catholic Charities Diocese of Toledo, hosts the “Faith Alive” radio program on Annunciation Radio, WNOC-FM 89.7. The program kicked off earlier this month.
The hour-long show airs Tuesdays at 4 p.m. and Saturdays at 3 p.m., and highlights four Catholic Charities ministries each week. One segment shares a "Story of Hope" testimonial from either volunteers who serve or those who have been served through the ministry.
First Published September 24, 2022, 6:30 p.m.
