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The Coming Week
October 23
St. Therese of the Infant Jesus (Little Flower) Parish, 4720 E. 13th St., Indianapolis. Fall luncheon and card party, 11 a.m., $8 per person. Information: 317-356-0774.
October 23-25
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. St. Mother Theodore Guérin Fest, $25 per person or $100 per family. Information: 812-535-2925 or dboherty@spsmw.org.
Flaget Center, 1935 Lewiston, Louisville, Ky. “Kindle the Flame,” Catholic Charismatic Conference. Information: 502-435-6186 or www.ccrlouisville.org.
Oct. 23-Nov. 23
Clowes Memorial Hall, Butler University, Indianapolis. “Holy Lands–Journey of a Pilgrim Artist,” photographs and audio narrative of images from holy sites on four continents by Denis Ryan Kelly Jr., free exhibit, meet the photographer
Nov. 1, 12:30 p.m.; Nov. 8, 1:30 p.m.; Nov. 12, 6 p.m. Information: www.deniskelly.com.
October 24
Northside Knights of Columbus Hall, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. St. Pius X Parish and Knights of Columbus, co-sponsors, “Oktoberfest,” games, family activities, 5 p.m. Information: 317-244-4534.
East Central High School Performing Arts Center, St. Leon. One-day conference, “Healing of the Heart,” Father Gregory Bramlage and Deacon Ralph Poyo, presenters, 8 a.m. Late registrations $50 per person and do not include meal plan. Information: 812-623-8007 or log on to www.HealingThroughThePowerofJesusChrist.org.
October 25
MKVS, Divine Mercy and Glorious Cross Center, Rexville, located on 925 South, .8 mile east of 421 South and 12 miles south of Versailles. Mass, noon, on third Sunday holy hour and pitch-in, groups of 10 pray the new Marian Way, 1 p.m., Father Elmer Burwinkel, celebrant. Information: 812-689-3551.
October 28
Hyatt Regency, 1 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis. National Conference on Youth Violence and Technology: “Keeping Our Kids Safe in a Virtual World,” 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Information and registration: 317-916-3525 or 800-265-3220, or log on to www.clarian.org/communityplunge.
October 29
St. Francis Hospital Joint and Spine Center, 1600 Albany St., Beech Grove. “Hip and Knee Education Seminars,” 6 p.m. Information: 317-782-4422 or stfrancishospitals.org.
November 1
Northside Knights of Columbus Hall, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. The Tamarindo Foundation, “An Evening with John Guiliano,” dinner, entertainment, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Information: debbiesahm@gmail.com.
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish, 14598 Oak Ridge Road, Carmel, Ind. (Diocese of Lafayette). “Fighting Pornography,” The King’s Men founders Mark Houck and Damian Wargo, presenters, 12:30 p.m. Information: 317-514-6638 or vdestefa@gmail.com.
St. Paul Church, 814 Jefferson St., Tell City. 150th Anniversary Mass, Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein, celebrant, 10 a.m., lunch reception following Mass. Information: 812-547-9901.
November 2
Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Mausoleum Chapel, 9001 N. Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. All Souls Day Masses, noon and 6 p.m. Information: 317-574-8898 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.
Calvary Cemetery, Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. All Souls Day Mass, noon. Information: 317-784-4439.
Calvary Cemetery, 4227 Wabash Ave.,
Terre Haute. All Souls Day Mass, 11 a.m. Information:
812-232-8404.
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General Announcements
St. Martin de Porres Mass set for Nov. 3
The sixth annual Mass and Fiesta/Harambee in honor of the feast day of St. Martin de Porres will begin at 7 p.m. on Nov. 3 at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., in Indianapolis.
Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein is the main celebrant for the liturgy.
Sponsored by the archdiocesan Multicultural Ministry Commission, the Fiesta/Harambee draws Catholics from central and southern Indiana together to remember in worship and song the Peruvian saint who is considered to be the patron of interracial justice.
A reception at the Archbishop O’Meara Catholic Center will follow the Mass. Those planning to attend are invited to bring a favorite ethnic snack to the free Fiesta/Harambee event.
La cuarta Misa anual y Fiesta/Harambee, en honor del Día Festivo de San Martín de Porres se llevara a cabo el 3 de noviembre, 2009, a las 7:00 p.m., en la Catedral , ubicada en el 1347 North Meridian Street en Indianápolis. Esta Fiesta/Harambee es patrocinada por la Comisión del Ministerio Multicultural de la Arquidiócesis de Indianápolis y atrae a los católicos del centro y del sur de Indianápolis para reunirse y recordar en alabanza y canción un humilde santo Peruano quien se considera ser el patrón de la justicia inter-racial. El Padre Todd Goodson, párroco de parroquia Santa Mónica dará la homilía. Varios grupos de coro del área, junto con bailarines de África, participarán en estas festividades que continuarán después de la Misa en el Assembly Hall en el Centro Católico que está enfrente de la catedral. Se les invita a todos los que asistirán esta Misa y evento especial a que traigan su platillo favorito para compartir y para que otros conozcan otras comidas. La entrada a esta Fiesta/Harambee es gratis.
St. Nicholas School in Sunman to host alumni fundraising dinner on Nov. 7
St. Nicholas School, 6461 E. St. Nicholas Drive, in Sunman will host a fundraising dinner for alumni on Nov. 7 to celebrate the school’s 150th anniversary.
The events begin with Mass at St. Nicholas Church at 4 p.m. followed by a free dinner provided by the parish men’s and ladies’ sodalities at 5:30 p.m. at the school. A presentation about the school and its needs will begin at 7 p.m.
A cemetery service to honor the deceased alumni of the school will begin at 1 p.m. on Nov. 8 at the parish cemetery.
For more information or to register for the dinner, call the parish at 812-623-2964.
Benedict Inn to host conference
sponsored by Catholic Charities USA
Catholic Charities USA will host a leadership training conference for Catholics to serve those in need in their parish neighborhoods through social ministry on Nov. 6-7 at the Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., in Beech Grove.
Speakers include Bill Purcell of the Center for Social Concerns at the University of Notre Dame in northern Indiana; Rich Fowler of the Diocese of Stockton, Calif.; and Rachel Lustig of Catholic Charities USA.
The conference registration fee is $90. Scholarships are available.
For more information or to register for the conference, call Stefanie Anderson at 317-236-1536 or 800-382-9836, ext. 1536.
More information on the conference is posted online, and can be accessed at www.SpreadingHopeEverywhere.com.
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Retreats and Programs
October 24
East Central Performing Arts Center, St. Leon. One-day conference, “Healing of the Heart,” Deacon Ralph Poyo and Father Gregory Bramlage, presenters, 8 a.m-8 p.m., $40 plus $15 meal plan, registration due Oct. 14, walk-in fee $50 with no meal plan available. Information: 812-623-8007 or www.HealingThroughThePowerofJesusChrist.org.
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “Spa Day,” 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $100 per person. Information: 317-788-7581 or benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
October 26-30
Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. Retreat for priests, “Preaching Luke,” Benedictine Father Brendan Moss, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
November 2-6
Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. Retreat for priests, “Reflections on the Gospel of Luke and Contemporary Ministry,” Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
November 6-7
St. Monica Parish, 6131 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis. Retreat, “Letting Mary Guide Your Family toward Peacefulness,” Benedictine Sister Paula Hagen, presenter,
Fri. 6-9 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., $12 per person or $20 per couple, child care available. Information: 317-328-1253 or kvangheem@msn.com.
November 6-8
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend.” Information: 317-888-1892 or jbradleylevine@msn.com.
Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “Saving Word, Saving Signs,” Benedictine Father Vincent Tobin, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
November 7
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “Refresh Your Spirits with a Day of Prayer and Gratitude,” Franciscan Sisters Kathleen Mulso and Alaoque Burger, presenters, 9-11:30 a.m., $15 per person. Information: 812-933-6436 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “Family Christmas–Making Nature Ornaments,” Franciscan Sister Cleopha Werner, instructor, $15 per person includes materials, 2-5 p.m. Information: 812-933-6436 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
November 8
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “Coffee Talk–The Spiritual Wisdom of St. Teresa of Avila for Daily Living,” Franciscan Sister Jean Alice McGoff, presenter, 10:45 a.m.-noon. Information: 812-933-6436 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
November 9
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “Men’s Night at the ’Burg,” Franciscan Father Carl Hawver, presenter. Information: 812-933-6436 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
November 10
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “Food and Faith Series–Cookies and Crèches,” Franciscan Sister Miriam Kaeser, presenter, 7-8:30 p.m. Information: 812-933-6436 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
November 16
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Day of Reflection on the Psalms,” Father William Munshower, presenter, 8:30 a.m-2:30 p.m., $35 per person includes breakfast and lunch. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.
November 17
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “Catholic Identity and Doctrine 2009–Exploring the Covenant in Scripture,” Benedictine Sister Susan Marie Lindstrom, presenter, 6:30-9 p.m., $25 includes dinner. Information: 317-788-7581 or benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
November 20-22
Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. Retreat for priests, “O Antiphon Retreat,” Benedictine Father Columba Kelly, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
November 21
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “Surrounding Your Day with Prayer,” Franciscan Father Bill Farris, presenter, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Mass, 11:15 a.m.,
$35 per person includes lunch. Information: 812-933-6436 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
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