Enjoy a private tasting of bourbon and whiskey for eight people at the auction winner’s home or venue of choice. The tasting will be led by Mr. Bauer, a wine, beer, and spirits professional with over 10 years of experience in the alcohol industry and certifications in both Sommelier and Cicerone programs. His particular love is whiskey in all its forms! The winning bidder will keep the bottles after their tasting has concluded. A custom charcuterie spread provided by a local venue from the winner’s locale is also included. | Donors: Worldwide Beverage Group, Bates Bauer, Jeff & Meredith Sleichter
Eat the best beef money can buy! One lucky bidder will be going home this evening with their own supply of locally raised Wagyu beef to enjoy with family and friends. This package includes •2 (24oz) Ribeyes, 2 (14oz) KC strips, 4 (4-6oz) Fillet Mignons, and 1 (3lb.) Roast, 10 lbs. of Ground Beef. | Donors: Vince & Laurita Berland
Enjoy a day in Hays! Start off with a relaxing massage for two at Brickhouse Day Spa, followed by lunch at the Paisley Pear with our one and only Father Andy Hammeke! Stroll the beautiful bricks in downtown Hays and shop to your heart’s content. This Package includes $100 in Hays Chamber Bucks to be used at any Hays Chamber business. | Donated by Paisley Pear, Brickhouse Day Spa, Anthony & Kristin Hernandez
This popular evening is back! Enjoy dinner for six people at the St. Thomas More rectory in Manhattan, hosted by two of our beloved priests. On a mutually agreed-upon date, this dynamic duo will treat you to an amazing meal, cooked by our own Fr. Coady, and Fr. Kerry will keep you entertained for an unforgettable evening of fellowship. | Donated by Fr. Coady & Fr. Kerry
Let the professionals from Landscape Consultants create a one-of-a-kind Maytrx or Weston stone gas fire pit for your family to enjoy for years to come. The fire pit is approximately 52” square pit, 12-14” h., with a 28-30” cut out. It includes a tumbled lava rock medium, tempered glass windscreen, and a 16-piece ceramic weathered wood log set. Pestinger’s Heating and Air will install the gas line so all you have to figure out is what you’re going to have to drink. Must be used by July 30, 2023. | Donors: Landscape Consultants, Pestinger'sHeating & Air
Enjoy a brand new set of wheels from Don’s Tire! For Firestone or Bridgestone passengers with light truck, or SUV tires; the package includes mounting & balancing, and one free rotation. | Donated by Don's Tire & Supply
Don't miss out on this ultimate K-State football experience! Enjoy the September 3 K-State vs. South Dakota game from the comfort of a suite with some of KSU’s biggest supporters! Winners will enjoy 50-yard line seats on the Loge Level in the West Side Stadium Club. This package includes 4 game tickets, a parking pass, and access to the amazing Club Level food and beverage service. To top this all off, autographed footballs from Deuce, “The Deuce is Loose” Vaughn, and St. Isidore’s beloved Landry Weber, who will be entering the seminary after an outstanding college career with the Wildcats, are included for display in your memorabilia collection. | Donated by John Vanier, Dahx & Colleen Marrs, Pat & Rita Keating
Step back in time and experience this special evening in the beautiful administration building of the former Marymount College on Saturday, October 15, 2022. This special night will begin with Mass celebrated by Bishop Gerald Vincke in the charming chapel, followed by cocktails and a guided tour of the building. On the tour, you will see how the building has transformed from the past to the present Marymount Properties. After the tour, a gourmet, heavy hors d’oeuvres-themed meal will be served in the home of Donnie and Mona Marrs. To cap the evening off, we will move to the towers of the building to take in the evening views and enjoy dessert in the home of Dahx and Colleen Marrs. This event is limited, so bid fast to guarantee your place! | Donated by Dahx & Colleen Marrs, Donnie & Mona Marrs, Pat & Rita Keating, Steve & Cynthia Deters.
Don’t miss this opportunity to see the Kansas City Chiefs in action! This package includes four great seats on the 35-yard line for the November 13 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Arrowhead Stadium parking pass. Two rooms at the Raphael on the Country Club Plaza for Saturday night are also included. To top this all off, a helmet signed by “Honey Badger” Tyrann Mathieu is included. | Donated by Blue Beacon, Inc., Pat & Rita Keating, Jon McGraw
Holy Guacamole! Here is your opportunity to enjoy an authentic Mexican fiesta for eight people, prepared by Catholic Charities’ own Berta Jacquez. Mary and Jeff Thompson will host in their home, or if you are local, the meal can be delivered to your own Salina home if you prefer. Padre Kevin Weber will be the special guest either way. No fiesta would be complete without margaritas and Dos Equis, and the Thompsons will provide them, whether in their home or yours. | Donated by Berta Jaquez, Mary & Jeff Thompson, Father Kevin Weber
Father and child or you and a friend, here’s your chance to get out and spend some quality time together, away from the everyday rat race. You will enjoy a guided Pheasant hunt in Cloud County. A dog is provided or feel free to bring your own! Four bird limit per person. Dates are available between December 15, 2022, and January 31, 2023. | Donated by Sunflower Outfitters
Grab your clubs and hit the links! Golf three of Kansas’ premier courses with three of your friends: Colbert Hills in Manhattan, Salina Country Club, and Smoky Hill Country Club in Hays. Enjoy a round of golf for four at each of these three courses. To help make sure your golf game is at its best, we have included a case of Pro V1 golf balls, donated by Techniqol Consulting, and four custom embroidered Catholic Charities golf towels.
| Donated by Colbert Hills County Club, Salina County Club, Smoky Hills County Club, Techniqol Consulting, Katie Platten
A one-of-a-kind wine collection! These 12 hard-to-find bottles have been sourced from high-end wine collectors in the area and most of the vintages are not available through retail outlets. All bottles have been properly stored in private wine cellars for years and are just waiting for the right connoisseur to be the winning bidder and take them home.. | Donated by Mark Ritter, Dan Richards, and Pat Keating
Here is your excuse to explore the diocese and visit local breweries in corners of Kansas you’ve never experienced! This adventure for four will include 12 different destinations. At each visit will be unique. At some, you will enjoy a round of beers; others will include dinner, and a few will treat you to a private tour of their brewery! Winners also take home a sampling of beers, as well as this case of microbrews from Germany to enjoy until you can get on your tour. That's not all! You will also receive a 40-gallon Kona Brewing Company cooler filled with various craft beers, courtesy of Brook’s Liquor. | Donated by Blue Skye Brewery & Eats, Manhattan Brewing Co., Labco. Market & Restaurant, Fly Boy Brewery & Eats, Center Pivot Restaurant & Brewery, 15-24 Brew House, Plum Creek Restaurant, Irrigation Ales & Adri’s Family Restaurant, Gella’s Diner & Lb. Brewing Co., The Farm & The Odd Fellows, Adoratio Foundation, Anthony & Kristin Hernandez, Tiffany Gillespie, Bates Bauer, Jeff & Meredith Sleichter, and Brooks Liquor.
In conjunction with the Eucharistic Revival, which is currently underway in the United States Catholic Church, our own Father Ryan McCandless has created this one-of-a-kind art piece, entitled “Light from Light.” This 18 x 24 colored-pencil-onpaper drawing depicts Christ’s presence in the Eucharist in the monstrance held by His priest. Christ, the light of the world, gave His life for the world. | Donated by Fr. Ryan McCandless
Five lucky couples will spend an evening with Father G. learning all about his native homeland of India. Father will share about his family, home life, and home country of India. You will also enjoy a native Indian meal, offering you a glimpse of this beautiful culture. On a mutually agreed-upon date, the winning bidders will be hosted by one of Father’s local parish couples in Junction City. | Donated by Fr. Gnanesekar Kulandai, Tom & Cathi Hollis