May, the Month of Mary

May is the month of Mary. Wherever you travel in the diocese, you will find Mary leading you to her son, Jesus. Many parishes in the diocese honor Mary by placing a crown of flowers on her head symbolizing her place as Queen of Heaven and mother of the Church. (Photos provided by parishes)

5 OLPH — Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Rapid City

Ft. Pierre 3 — St. Joh the Evangelist, Ft. Pierre

icc4 — Immaculate Conception Chapel, Rapid City

belle fourche banner — St. Paul, Belle Fourche

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50 years of ministry

August 18, 2026

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Surgite Eamus Dinner Celebrates Vocations

August 15, 2026

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Catechetical Kick-Off: A desire to grow in faith

August 14, 2026

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Dedication and Blessing of St. Rose of Lima

August 12, 2026

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A chance to reconnect

August 11, 2026

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Sr. Lorane Coffin, OSB, celebrates 75 years

August 7, 2026

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Deacon Ben Black Bear celebrates 50 years

August 5, 2026

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Steubenville St. Paul 2026

August 4, 2026

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Monthly Reflection by the Office of Faith Formation: August 2026

August 3, 2026

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The Heart to Heart Weekend Retreat is designed to provide couples with an opportunity to deepen their relationship with one another and with God through a series of talks, activities,

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The Heart to Heart Weekend Retreat is designed to provide couples with an opportunity to deepen their relationship with one another and with God through a series of talks, activities, prayer experiences and quiet time for reflection.

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July 31, 2026 6:00 pm - August 2, 2026 1:30 pm

sat01aug5:30 pm8:30 pmSurgite Eamus Dinner with the Bishop

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Event Details Date: Saturday, August 2nd Location: St. Joseph Hall, Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 520 Cathedral Dr, Rapid City, SD 57701 Schedule: 5:30 PM – Mass with

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Date: Saturday, August 2nd
Location: St. Joseph Hall, Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 520 Cathedral Dr, Rapid City, SD 57701
Schedule:
5:30 PM – Mass with Bishop Scott Bullock
6:30 PM – Social & Dinner to Follow

RSVP by July 22

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August 1, 2026 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help520 Cathedral Drive

thu06aug6:30 pmCinema with the Shepherd: "La Strada"

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Join us for our second year of “Cinema with the Shepherd”: Bishop Bullock’s annual film festival!

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Join us for our second year of “Cinema with the Shepherd”: Bishop Bullock’s annual film festival! This year’s slate of films will feature films from the “Vatican 45 Notable Films.” The Pontifical Council for Social Communications released a list of 45 films in 1995 to mark the centennial of Auguste and Louis Lumière’s display of their films. The films were chosen by an expert group, and Pope St. John Paul II recommended that these films be watched.

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Time

August 6, 2026 6:30 pm

Location

Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help

520 Cathedral Drive

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Black Elk Retreat Center20100 Center Road Howes, SD 57748

wed12aug9:00 amBlack Elk Catholic Retreat Center 50th Anniversary

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(Formerly Sioux Spiritual Center)

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(Formerly Sioux Spiritual Center)

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August 12, 2026 9:00 am

Location

Black Elk Retreat Center

20100 Center Road Howes, SD 57748

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Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help520 Cathedral Drive

thu13aug7:00 pmSodalitas Dwell: Evening of Worship

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You’re invited to DWELL, an evening set aside to rest, pray, and dwell with the Lord. The night will include reverent worship music led by Maggie

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You’re invited to DWELL, an evening set aside to rest, pray, and dwell with the Lord. The night will include reverent worship music led by Maggie Kindsfater, Eucharistic Adoration, and optional, self-guided prayer opportunities. You’ll be invited to pick a priest’s name, offer your hour of prayer for him, and fill out a card letting him know he was prayed for. Lectio Divina reflection cards will also be available for meditative prayer.

This event is open to young adults ages 20-30. Couples are invited to bring their children; we just ask that they keep their voices low and refrain from making unnecessary noises (or, if needed, that you take your child out if they start crying) so we can maintain a reverent atmosphere.

Date: Thursday, August 13
Time: 7:00-8:00 PM
Location: Our Lady’s Chapel, Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help

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August 13, 2026 7:00 pm

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Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help

520 Cathedral Drive

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sat15aug5:00 pmMass and Motorcycle Blessing

Time

August 15, 2026 5:00 pm

Location

St. Martin Chapel, Sturgis

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Holy Rosary Church at Red Cloud Indian School100 Mission Dr. Pine Ridge, SD 57770

mon17aug10:30 amMass for Servant of God Nicholas Black Elkfor Nicholas Black Elk

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August 17, 2026 10:30 am

Location

Holy Rosary Church at Red Cloud Indian School

100 Mission Dr. Pine Ridge, SD 57770

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Terra Sancta Retreat Center2101 City Springs Rd, Rapid City , SD 57702

fri21aug5:00 pm9:00 pmNew Catechist Orientation

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Orientation for new (and new-ish) catechists will provide some basic information and best practices in the ministry of catechesis. How does a catechist effectively communicate the faith? What are some helpful pedagogical practices in the classroom? How do catechists grow in their own faith? How do catechists consistently improve their methods? All this and more at our new catechist orientation! All new (and new-ish) catechists are encouraged to attend.

Terra Sancta Retreat Center
5pm-9pm | $15

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