Let’s go to Bat for Kids!

Join Catholic Charities West Michigan for the 23rd annual Let's Go to Bat for Kids! June 24 at Fifth Third Ballpark. Watch local media personalities and clergy from the diocese take the field in a light-hearted softball game to benefit a serious cause: CCWM's child abuse prevention services and family preservation programs. Free children's games and activities will be available on the concourse during the game. Tickets: $5 for age 13 and up; children 12 and under admitted free. Gates open at 5:45 p.m.; opening ceremonies at 6:30 p.m. Call 616.551.5667 for more information. For event updates and ticket purchase information, visit ccwestmi.org.

Shine on faith

St. Patrick Church in Grand Haven will host its annual Shine Youth Conference July 9-11 for high-school-age teenagers seeking to celebrate and deepen their faith. The cost for the conference is $50, which includes meals and lodging To register or for additional information, e-mail Chris Kreslins at ckreslins@shineyouthconference.com or go to shineyouthconference.com.