ART OF CREATING COMMUNITY: Tues, May 25; 8 p.m. Learn from ministry volunteers at St. Matthew Church in Winder and Walking With Purpose staff about a fast-growing Catholic women's Bible study that is offered at hundreds of parishes throughout the U.S. If you have a heart for other women and a desire to draw them closer to Christ, this Zoom event is for you. Learn how Walking with Purpose is so effectively bringing women closer to the love of Christ and to their parish communities. Contact: register for The Art of Creating Community at walkingwithpurpose.com/tacc-registration. Posted: April 29th, 2021

COURAGE AND ENCOURAGE: Courage is a spiritual fellowship group for men and women who experience same-sex attraction. Through discussion, prayer and chaste friendship, Courage members strengthen each other to live out the teachings of the Catholic Church. EnCourage provides support for families and friends of people with same-sex attraction and/or gender dysphoria. In many cases, their loved ones identify as LGBT and no longer practice the faith. Meetings occur monthly in Atlanta. Interested in joining us? Email courageatlanta@gmail.com or call 803-686-3211. Posted: February 18th, 2021

FORTUNATE AND FAITHFUL FAMILIES: This ministry for families with LGBT members provides programs and support during this time of pandemic. Its message focuses on love and acceptance of all persons. During this time of heightened stress and insecurity, the group offers virtual events, Zoom sharing meetings and personal support by phone or email. Contact: visit fortunatefaithfulfamilies.org, email fortunatefaithfulfamilies@gmail.com or call 770-564-0532. Posted: February 4th, 2021

STEPHEN MINISTRY: Cathedral of Christ the King, 2699 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta. While Lent and Easter are a time for renewal, pain, struggles and problems can get in the way of joy. If you are experiencing a difficult time—emotionally, spiritually or relationally—do not suffer alone. Stephen Ministry provides one-to-one Christian care to help. It is free and confidential. Male and female ministers are ready to listen, care, encourage and pray with and for you. Pastoral help or professional referrals are available if needed. Care is free and confidential. Contact: Linda Dyson at 678-235-0505 or ldyson@ctking.com or Kathy Alfonzo at kralfonzo@bellsouth.net. Posted: March 4th, 2021

CODEPENDENCY: Sat, May 22; two online sessions, 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; sponsored by Trappist Monastery of the Holy Spirit. Learn about denial, low self-esteem, compliance, control and avoidance patterns that affect healthy relationships. Healthy ways to deal with these patterns will be discussed to achieve interdependent relationships with family, relatives, friends, coworkers and God. Contact: retreat house at 770-760-0959 or visit trappist.net to register. Posted: April 15th, 2021

FINDING SAFE HARBOR: Sun, May 23; 11:15 a.m.- 3 p.m.; virtual retreat sponsored by Fortunate and Faithful Families, a ministry for families with LGBT members. Speakers include Father James Martin, SJ, and Father Dennis Dorner, associate pastor of the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Atlanta. Expand your vision and open your heart. Contact: register by May 16 online at http://bit.ly/FFFMay2021. Posted: April 29th, 2021

MARRIAGE RETREAT WEEKEND: Virtual retreats sponsored by Worldwide Marriage Encounter. Learn the tools needed to keep marriage strong during the coronavirus pandemic. Early registration is encouraged. Contact: visit wwme.org or call 678-242-9963. Posted: April 29th, 2021

POWER OF PRAYER: Sat, May 8; two online sessions, 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; sponsored by Trappist Monastery of the Holy Spirit. The power of prayer is its ability to make all aware of a child-like dependence on God’s freely given grace. It is all about the heart. Contact: retreat house at 770-760-0959 or visit trappist.net to register. Posted: April 1st, 2021

GOLF TOURNAMENT: Mon, May 10; 8:30 a.m.; Brookfield Country Club, 100 Willow Run Road, Roswell. Sponsored by the Pregnancy Aid Clinic. Help provide services, counsel, education and hope to women and families navigating their way from pregnancy to parenthood and beyond. Check in is at 8:30 a.m. The shotgun start will be at 10 a.m. A 19th hole reception will be at 3 p.m. Contact: for more information and to register, visit https://bit.ly/3uDvLBx. Posted: April 15th, 2021

GUIDED PRAYER: For those sheltered at home, online guided prayers are provided by Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center. Choose a prayer experience with a retreat director and watch online at your pace or schedule. Each offering includes three, 30 minute video reflections, prayer exercises and/or music for meditation. Discounted selections are available. Contact: visit enrichment.ignatiushouse.org for more information. Posted: March 4th, 2021