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The Coming Week

February 12

St. Roch Parish, Family Life Center, 3603 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Single Seniors, meeting, 1 p.m., age 50 and over. Information: 317-784-4207.

Hillview Country Club, 1800 E. King St., Franklin. St. Rose of Lima Parish, annual dinner and social, 6 p.m., $40 per person. Information: 317-738-3451 or community@stroselions.net.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, 1752 Scheller Lane, New Albany. Dinner and social, 6:30 p.m., $60 per person. Information: 812-944-1184 or lslusser@olphna.org.

St. Joseph Parish, 319 E. South St., Lebanon, Ind. (Diocese of Lafayette). “Citywide Ultreya,” Cursillo program, Mass, 5:30 p.m., pitch-in dinner following Mass, program, 7:30 p.m. Information: 317-733-4184.

February 13

St. Nicholas Parish, 6461 E. St. Nicholas Drive, Sunman. Ladies Sodality, “Valentine Breakfast,” 7:30 a.m.-noon, free-will offering. Information: 812-623-2964.

Queen and Divine Mercy Center, Rexville, located on 925 South, .8 mile east of 421 South and 12 miles south of Versailles. Mass, 9:30 a.m., on third Sunday holy hour and pitch-in, Father Elmer Burwinkel, celebrant, daily Mass, 9 a.m. Information: 812-689-3551.

February 14

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Drive, Mount St. Francis. “Mondays at the Mount,” Scripture study, session two, “Themes of II Corinthians,” 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., Conventual Franciscan Brother Bob Baxter, presenter. Information: 812-923-8817.

February 15

Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Mausoleum Chapel, 9001 N. Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. Valentine Mass, 6 p.m. Information: 317-574-8898 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.

St. Monica Parish Center, 6131 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis. “Divorce and Beyond” program for separated and divorced Catholics, six-week session, $25 per person, 7-9 p.m., registration limited. Information: 317-253-2193, ext. 2, or mhess@archindy.org.

February 16

Calvary Cemetery, Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-784-4439.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 5692 N. Central Ave., Indianapolis. “Young adult Catholics–Claiming the Church’s Hidden Treasure,” Joan Weber, presenter, 7 p.m., no charge. Information: 317-257-2266.

February 17

St. Lawrence School, 6950 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. Open house, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Information: 317-543-4923.

Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Mausoleum Chapel, 9001 N. Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-574-8898 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Seminary and School of Theology, gallery, 200 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “Black History Lecture,” Divine Word Father Bernard Kwame Assenyoh, presenter, 7 p.m. Information: 800-682-0988 or www.saintmeinrad.edu.

February 18

Northside Knights of Columbus Hall, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Mass, breakfast and program, “Bioethics–What Makes It Catholic?” Bishop Timothy Doherty of the Lafayette Diocese, presenter, 6:30-8:30 a.m., online reservations only. Reservations and information: www.catholicbusinessexchange.org.

February 19

St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. Helpers of God’s Precious Infants, pro-life Mass, Father Glenn O’Connor, celebrant, 8:30 a.m., followed by rosary outside abortion clinic and Benediction at church. Information: Archdiocesan Office for Pro-Life Ministry, 317-236-1569 or 800-382-9836, ext. 1569.

February 20

Holy Trinity Parish, 902 N. Holmes Ave., Indianapolis. Euchre party, 1:30 p.m., $4 per person.

Richmond Catholic Community, 701 N. “A” St., Richmond. Charismatic prayer group, 7 p.m. Information: dicksoncorp@parallax.ws.

February 23

St. Monica Church, 6131 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis. Charismatic Mass, song and praise, 7 p.m., bilingual Mass, 7:30 p.m., Father Todd Goodson, presider. Information: 317-846-0705.

February 24

Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Catholics United for the Faith, Abba, Father Chapter, meeting, 6:30-8 p.m. Information: 317-236-1569, 800-382-9836, ext. 1569, or parthur@archindy.org.

February 25

Immaculate Heart of Mary School, 317 E. 57th St., Indianapolis. Late Nite Catechism, play, 8 p.m., $25 per person. Information: 317-319-3717 or 317-257-2266.

February 26

Holy Family Parish, 815 W. Main St., Richmond. “Chocolate Fest,” 6-9 p.m., $10 advance sale, $12 at door, $5 children ages 6-12, no charge for children ages 5 and under. Information: 765-935-2552 or ptloghome@gmail.com.

March 1

Marian University, Hackelmeier Memorial Library, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. Sen. Richard G. Lugar Franciscan Center for Global Studies, speaker series, “Interrogation in the Era of Non-Traditional Combatants,” Greg Hartley, presenter, 7 p.m., free admission. Registration required. Reservations: http://www.marian.edu/LFCGS/Pages/SpeakerSeriesRegistration.aspx.

March 2

Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, staff lounge, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, Catholic, educational, charitable and social singles, 50 and over, single, separated, widowed or divorced, new members welcome, 6:30 p.m. Information: 317-370-1189.

March 3

Riverwalk Banquet Center, 6729 Westfield Blvd., Indianapolis. Office for Pro-Life Ministry, “Sanctity of Life” dinner, $45 adults, $30 students, $400 table of 10, reservations due Feb. 22. Information: 317-236-1569 or 800-382-9836, ext. 1569.

March 6

St. Louis Parish, parish office, second floor, 13 St. Louis Place, Batesville. Natural Family Planning (NFP) class, 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m., $30 fee includes books and materials. Reservations: 812-934-3338 or 812-934-4054.

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General Announcements

Youth art contest focuses on St. Theodora Guérin

Young artists from the Wabash Valley in west-central Indiana are invited to demonstrate their artistic talent in the fifth annual Sisters of Providence Youth Art Contest.

The theme of this year’s contest is “The Legacy of St. Mother Theodore Guérin.”

The contest is open to students aged 5 to 18 who reside in Vigo, Parke, Vermillion, Clay or Sullivan counties in Indiana.

Three winning entries in each of four age categories will earn cash prizes and certificates.

Student artists may use any artistic medium except photography and/or digital media. Projects may be no larger than 11 inches by 17 inches. Only one entry per artist will be accepted.

Contest submissions must be “flat work” created in 2011 and registered for the contest using the official entry form available at www.SistersofProvidence.org.

Entry requirements are listed on the website. Creative ideas may address St. Theodora’s devotion to prayer, her educational ministry and other topics related to her life.

The deadline for entries is 3 p.m. on Feb. 25. For more information, log on to the website listed above.

Cathedral Grade School alumni are planning Class of 1954 reunion

Members of the Cathedral Grade School Class of 1954 are looking for classmates to schedule a reunion in September.

For more information about the class reunion, contact Trudy Clouser-McMasters at 317-683-3814 or dtmac7@yahoo.com.

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Retreats and Programs

February 11-13

Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “A Love Triangle That Works–A Valentine Retreat for Married Couples,” Benedictine Father Jeremy King, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

February 12

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “You Are My Valentine,” couples retreat, Suzanne and Phil McHugh, presenters, 4-8 p.m., $50 per couple includes dinner. Information: 812-933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

February 13

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “Who Is God and Who Am I That You Should Love Me So Much?” Franciscan Sister Patty Campbell, presenter, following 9:30 a.m. liturgy, free-will offering. Information: 812-933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

February 14

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “Men’s Night at the ‘Burg,” Father Carl Hawver, presenter, 7-8:30 p.m., free-will offering. Information: 812-933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

February 16

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “Seeing Scripture in a New Light–Parable for Couples,” Father James Farrell, presenter, 7-8:30 p.m., $15 each or $25 per couple. Information: 812-933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

February 18-20

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Tobit Weekend,” marriage preparation retreat. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “Praying the Bible,” Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

February 19

Sisters of St. Benedict, Monastery Immaculate Conception, 802 E. 10th St., Ferdinand, Ind. (Evansville Diocese). “Saturday Morning at the Dome–Marriage as a Process,” Barbara McDonald, presenter, 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m., light lunch, $45 per person. Information: 812-367-1411.

February 21

Sisters of St. Benedict, Monastery Immaculate Conception, 802 E. 10th St., Ferdinand, Ind. (Evansville Diocese). “Compassionate Healing,” Benedictine Sister Anita Louise Lowe, presenter, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., $65 per person. Information: 812-367-1411.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “Youth Night at the ‘Burg,” 6:30-8 p.m. Information: 812-933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

February 22-24

Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “A Personal Preparation for the Paschal Mystery,” midweek retreat, Benedictine Father Jeremy King, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

February 25-26

St. Monica Church, 6131 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis. “Couples Retreat,” Benedictine Sister Paula Hagen, presenter, Fri. 6-9:30 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-noon, child care provided, $25 per person, $35 per couple. Information: 317-501-2878 or lorimwilbur@yahoo.com.

February 25-27

Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “Reflections on the Suffering Servant Songs of Isaiah 4-55,” Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

February 26

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “The Sacrament of Marriage, a Priest’s Perspective–Date Night for Engaged and Married Couples,” Father Todd Goodson, presenter, 6-9 p.m., $50 per couple includes dinner. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.

Sisters of St. Benedict, Monastery Immaculate Conception, 802 E. 10th St., Ferdinand, Ind. (Evansville Diocese). “Sunday Eucharist–Why We Do What We Do,” Benedictine Sister Anita Ann Lowe, presenter, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., $65 per person. Information: 812-367-1411.

February 27

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Pre Cana Conference,” marriage preparation program, 1:30-6 p.m. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.

February 28

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Friends of Fatima” monthly Mass and social, Mass, 9 a.m., goodwill offerings accepted. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.

March 8

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “Sharing Strategies for Self-Care,” session two, Toni Peabody, presenter, 6:30-9 p.m., $25 per person includes dinner. Information: 317-788-7581 or benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

March 4-6

Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “Carnival Capers–Preparing for Lent,” Benedictine Father Noël Mueller, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

March 9-30

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “Bridges to Contemplative Living,” Thomas Merton seminar, four Wednesdays, Benedictine Sister Julie Sewell, presenter, 6-9 p.m., $85.95, four sessions includes dinner. Information: 317-788-7581 or benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

March 11-13

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Weekend Lenten retreat, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke, presenter. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “The Sundays of Lent: Cycle A,” Benedictine Father Jeremy King, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

March 14

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Come Away and Rest Awhile,” silent reflection day, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $25 per person includes continental breakfast and lunch. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.

March 14-April 4

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “Companions in Christ–The Way of Forgiveness,” four Mondays, Benedictine Sister Angela Jarboe, presenter, 7-9 p.m., $60 plus $12 for book. Information: 317-788-7581 or benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

March 15-17

Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “The Return to God in the Rule of St. Benedict,” midweek retreat, Benedictine Father Vincent Tobin, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

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