Community Events
White House Retreat
Do you find it difficult to find time to truly relax, quiet your mind and talk to God? A retreat at White House is the perfect opportunity to the find peace, quiet and inspiration your soul is looking for. It’s like a 3-day vacation with God! Join the women of our parish on our annual retreat from March 16 to March 19, 2026. Retreats at White House are silent, guided retreats based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. All of your meals are provided and everyone receives their own private accommodations. There is no set fee to attend; White House operates on a free-will offering basis. To register call Vicki Thurmond at the parish office or email to register. We have a limited number of spots available so please don’t wait to call.
Lenten Bible Study
We will be offering a study this Lent at St. Joachim for those interested. We will be studying Scripture and Apologetics . This study will help you understand and defend our Catholic faith with our Non Catholic brothers and sisters. We will cover some of the major points of division surrounding our Catholic beliefs and help you explain and back that up with scripture.
There is a study guide. The cost is $5 to offset the cost of paper & ink. You will need to provide your own binder or folder. This is not a video based study so be prepared for homework and reading.
Recommended Books for supplementary reading are:
>Catholic & Christian by Alan Schreck.
>Reasons to Believe by Scott Hahn
>Made for More by Curtis Martin
>The Well Versed Catholic booklets by Ascension Press
Sessions should last about an hour. We will have two classes again this time, Monday evening at 6pm in the Incarnate Word Center and Wednesday morning after the 8:15am Mass in the Incarnate Word Center.
The Monday class will begin on February 9. The Wednesday class will begin on February 11. There will be 6 sessions but because of the Rural Clinic schedule and my annual White House Retreat, our schedule will not be weekly. We will have a few times where we get a week or two between classes. I apologize for that but it’s simply unavoidable.
If you would like to join us, please let Vicki know by text (573-854-1257) or email ( vickithurmond@gmail.com ) or in person.
Catholic Women for Christ is back for 2026!
Join us on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Si Commons at St. Louis University High School with ladies from around the Archdiocese of St. Louis for a day of spiritual talks, prayer, and community. We will explore the theme "Light of Life" and discuss how we see the Light, walk in the Light, and become the Light.
To register and for more information, visit www.catholicwomenforchrist.org
Catholic Men for Christ 2026
is fast approaching! Join us on Saturday, February 7th 2026 at Si Commons at St. Louis University High School with men from around the Archdiocese of St. Louis as we explore the theme: "Light of Light": See the Light; Walk in the Light; Be the Light. The conference will be an opportunity for spiritual talks, prayer, the sacraments, and community.
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Ben Akers
Dr. Ben Akers is a highly sought after international Catholic speaker in discipleship, spirituality, and Scripture. He is an Associate Professor of Theology at the Augustine Institute and the Chief Mission Officer of the FORMED.org platform, which is a streaming platform providing trustworthy and inspiring Catholic video, audio, and eBook content from more than 60 other partners. Previously, Dr. Akers served as the director of the Denver Catholic Biblical and Catechetical Schools and was an adjunct for the St. John Vianney Theological Seminary. He studied theology in the heart of the Catholic Church in Rome, Italy. He and his wife are blessed with three daughters and two sons and reside in St. Louis.
Keynote Speaker: Paul George
Paul has the past 30 years serving in various capacities, including president of a non profit, speaker, mentor, consultant, and author. He has spoked over 2 million people worldwide, helping people know, understand, and live in the true and authentic freedom they were created to live in. He is the author of Rethink Happiness and his most recent best selling book for men, Holy Grit , was released in 2023. Paul has written two devotionals for men as well. Paul holds a master’s degree in Theological Studies from the University of Dallas. It’s his role as a husband and father that he cherishes the most. Paul and his wife Gretchen have been married for twenty eight years; they are the proud parents of five Marie (and her husband Matt, grandson Jude), Jacob, Sarah, Clare, and Addie. He is a former college athlete and an avid lover of the outdoors.
**Contact Eric Aubuchon or the parish office if you are interested in attending this life changing conference as soon as possible.
