Blast with the Bishop: A Family Day of Fun & Faith - Brunswick

In his homily on June 1, Pope Leo XIV said “...families become privileged places in which to encounter 
Jesus, who loves us and desires our good, always.” 

Your family is that privileged place of encounter — encountering the Lord in shared play, work, & prayer.

The Office of Lifelong Faith Formation will be hosting a Diocesan Faith, Family & Fun day entitled "Blast with the Bishop" at St. Charles Borromeo Church in Brunswick on March 21st, 2026. 

The day will include an address by Bishop Ruggieri, guided adoration, breakout sessions by age group, family discussion time, and will conclude with Mass celebrated by Bishop Ruggieri. Join us to:

• Learn from Bishop & parents about what works to foster faith in our children and a vibrant Catholic family life in the home.
• Pray with other families.
• Engage in fun, family activities.

Schedule: 9:45 am-5:15 pm:

• 9:45am Registration
• 10:00am Guided Adoration
• 10:30am Snack break
• 10:45am Bishop Ruggieri - Message for Families
• 11:30am Break
• 11:45am Small groups sessions for kids and parents
• 12:15pm Lunch and more fun! Confession will be available
• 12:45pm Make Music, Pray Twice
• 1:15pm Stations of the Cross
• 2:00pm Family discussion and activity
• 3:00pm Parent Panel Discussion & Kids Activities
• 4:00pm Vigil Mass with Bishop Ruggieri