(formation & education)

2 Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend, February 2-4, Mankato, MN. Registration couple: Brad and Bobbi Nawrocki, (507) 388-8014.

3 World Day for the Consecrated Life, February 3-4.

Sew What? Weaving a Tapestry of Grace, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at the Center for Spiritual Development, Bird Island. Find God in the everyday weavings of our lives. Bring unfinished piece of embroidery, knitting, etc.. Reflect on the handiwork of your life while spending time working on the piece. Suggested offering: $25 (includes lunch). Call: (320) 365-3644; e-mail: centerbi@willmar.com.

4 New Ulm Diocesan Family Retreat, "Journey in Faith Together" with presenter, Mary Lee Becker, will be held from 1:00-5:00 p.m. at the Renville Community Center, Renville, MN. This retreat is for parents and 6-12th grade youth. For further information, contact your parish.

5 Diocesan Pastoral Leader Days, February 5-7, Holiday Inn, Willmar.

10 Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Board Meeting, St Bonifice, Stewart, 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

14 Valentine’s Day

16 "Eucharist: A Way of Life...A Retreat for Men will be held 7 p.m. Friday - 4 p.m. Saturday (Feb. 16-17), McCabe Renewal Center, Duluth, MN. Facilitator: Father Mark Dean, OMI. Cost: Overnight $85; Commuter: $65. Call (218) 724-5266.

17 Riverbend A-TEC Retreat, February 17-19 at Holy Trinity, Winsted. To register contact Father Dennis Labat, 1400 6th St N, New Ulm, MN 56073; (507) 359-2966; website: riverbendatec.org.

18 Bishop Raymond A. Lucker’s retirement and twenty-five years of leadership celebration; Mass at 3:00 p.m. at St. Mary’s, Bird Island. All invited to Mass but seating is limited. Dinner and testimonial (by invitation only) to follow at the Island Ballroom, Bird Island. For more information contact Mark Kemmeter, Catholic Pastoral Center, (507) 359-2966.

19 President’s Day

24 Beside Myself, 10:a.m.-2:00 p.m., Center for Spiritual Development, Bird Island. With time for prayer, conversation and input, participants will have time to be with God. Suggested offering: $25 (includes lunch). Call: (320) 365-3644; e-mail: centerbi@willmar.com.

25 RENEW Season 4 begins: Reconciliation

"Mardi Gras for Guatemala" banquet. Social time at 6 :30 p.m.; 7:00 p.m. catered dinner. Guest speaker, Bishop Raymond A. Lucker. Contact Clare Larsen, PO Box 345, Morgan, MN 56266; (507) 249-3482.

28 Ash Wednesday