Southern Nebraska Register

Bishop James Conley will celebrate an outdoor vigil Mass for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Thursday, Aug. 14 at 7 p.m. at the belltower on the grounds of the Waverly Catholic Center.

The outdoor Mass, sponsored by Our Lady of Good Counsel Retreat House, invites the faithful to come together in reverence, prayer, and community to honor Mary’s Assumption into Heaven.

The grounds include Marycrest, the motherhouse of the Marian Sisters of the Diocese of Lincoln, and Villa Marie Home and School for Exceptional Children.

In case of inclement weather, updates will be posted at www.goodcounselretreat.org or on social media pages. For more information, call 402-786-2705 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..