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The Coming Week

March 4-5

St. Augustine Home for the Aged, 2345 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. Rummage sale, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: 317-872-6420.

March 5

St. Vincent Joshua Max Simon Primary Care Center, 8414 Naab Road, Suite 120, Indianapolis. Health fair, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., no charge. Information: 317-583-4031.

St. Thomas More Parish, 1200 N. Indiana St., Mooresville. Respect Life Committee, “Mardi Gras Celebration,” 6-10 p.m., $10 per person includes dinner, adults only. Information: 317-831-4142 or mshea@stm-church.org.

St. Mary Parish, 415 E. Eighth St., New Albany. “Mardi Gras Gala,” 6:30 p.m.-midnight, $50 per person includes dinner and dancing. Information: 812-944-0417 or ruthsmc@sbcglobal.net.

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.

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.

March 7

St. Mark the Evangelist Parish, 535 E. Edgewood Ave., Indianapolis. “Early Church History,” Franciscan Father William Burton, presenter, 7-8:30 p.m. Information: 317-787-8246 or 317-859-7590.

March 8

St. Paul Hermitage, 501 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Ave Maria Guild, Mass for deceased members, 11 a.m., meeting following Mass. Information: 317-885-5098.

March 10

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, 14598 Oak Ridge Road, Carmel, Ind. (Diocese of Lafayette). Catholic Professional Breakfast Club, Mass, 6:30 a.m., program, “Everything I Learned about Leadership I Learned from St. Benedict,” Benedictine Father Denis Robinson, presenter, $15 member, $25 non-members, includes breakfast. Information: 317-590-0634.

March 11

St. Mark the Evangelist Parish, 535 E. Edgewood Ave., Indianapolis. Men’s Club fish fry, 5-7:30 p.m., adults $7, seniors and children $4, drive-through available. Information: 317-787-8246.

Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. “Prayer Alone is Heaven’s Key,” Lenten presentation, Benedictine Archabbot Lambert Reilly, presenter, 7 p.m. Information: 317-888-2861 or jerrykaren1@juno.com.

St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Parish, 211 Fourth St., Aurora. Lenten fish fry, 4-8 p.m. $10 adults, children 6-10 $5, children 5 and under no charge, carry-out available. Information: 812-926-1558.

St. Ann Parish, 1440 Locust St., Terre Haute. Lenten fish fry, 4-7:30 p.m. Information: 812-232-6832.

March 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.

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 7575 Holliday Drive E., Indianapolis. Archdiocesan Office of Worship, “Revised Roman Missal” workshop for parish liturgical leaders and pastoral musicians, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., no charge for workshop, optional lunch $10 per person. Information: 317-236-1483 or ctuley@archindy.org.

Primo Banquet and Conference Center, 2353 E. Perry Road, Plainfield. 19th annual “St. Susanna Social,” 5-10 p.m., $65 per person includes dinner. Information: 317-203-5363.

March 13

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.

Holy Cross Parish, Kelley Gymnasium, 125 N. Oriental St., Indianapolis. St. Patrick’s Day party, adults only, 4-7 p.m., $5 per person. Information: 317-637-2620 or 317-833-9684.

Most Holy Name of Jesus Parish, 89 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Men’s Club, “Father and Son Breakfast,” Josh Bleill, speaker, 10 a.m., $10 per person. Information: 317-783-7053 or mike.lamping@marshelectronics.com.

Indiana Roof Ballroom, 140 W. Washington St., Indianapolis. Ancient Order of Hibernians, Kevin Barry Division #3, 141st St. Patrick’s Day celebration, banquet and awards ceremony, 12:30 p.m., $35 adults, $16 children 12 and under. Information: 317-359-7147 or aohindy@gmail.com.

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General Announcements

Holy Name Parish in Beech Grove to host seminar on moral and scientific issues about stem cells

“The Stem Cell Revolution—The Science and Morality of Stem Cell Research and Therapy” is the title of a 7 p.m. seminar on March 20 at Holy Name of Jesus Parish, 89 N. 17th Ave., in Beech Grove.

The program is free and open to the public.

Father Ryan McCarthy, the pastor of St. Michael Parish in Brookville and Holy Guardian Angels Parish in Cedar Grove, and Dr. Keith March, a professor of medicine, physiology and biomedical engineering at the Indiana University School of Medicine and Krannert Institute of Cardiology, both in Indianapolis, will discuss the science and morality of stem cell research.

Father McCarthy is working toward a doctorate in sacred theology with a focus on moral solutions concerning embryonic ethics.

March is a board member and the chief medical adviser to Cell Therapy Foundation, which seeks to improve public health through the support of effective adult stem cell research and education.

Among the topics to be covered in the seminar are the nature and kinds of stem cells, the promises they hold for medical cures, the superiority of adult stem cells for research and treatment, the moral dangers of using embryonic stem cells, and popular myths regarding embryonic stem cells.

For more information on the seminar, contact Jonathan Chamblee at 317-784-5454, ext. 4, or send an e-mail to jchamblee@holyname.cc.

Catholic business group to sponsor conference

“Inspirational Insights” is the title of a March 18 conference sponsored by the Southside Catholic Business Professionals in Indianapolis.

The conference will take place at the Indianapolis Colts Complex, 7001 W. 56th St., in Indianapolis.

Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard will speak at the conference. Other speakers include James Gibbons, the president and CEO of Goodwill Industries; Chris Polian, the vice president and general manager of the Colts; Benedictine Father Denis Robinson, the president and rector of Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology in St. Meinrad; and Anne Ryder, an inspirational speaker and Catholic journalist in Indianapolis.

The conference speakers will discuss important moments in their lives that led to personal fulfillment. They also will share insights into leadership and ways to overcome challenges in life.

For more information on the conference, call 317-418-8655, 317-709-5006 or 317-250-7129 or send an e-mail to Info@IndySCBP.com.

Day of reflection on vocations is March 12 in Indianapolis

“Discerning God’s Voice—How Is God Calling Me Today?” is a day of prayer and reflection on priestly and religious vocations on March 12 at the St. Augustine Home for the Aged, 2345 W. 86th St., in Indianapolis.

Father Philip Haslinger, a retired priest of the Lafayette Diocese, will help lead the vocations day of reflection sponsored by the Little Sisters of the Poor.

The retreat day starts at 9 a.m., and includes Mass, confession, eucharistic adoration, spiritual conferences and lunch.

The event is free and open to young adults ages 18 to 38. It will conclude at 3:45 p.m.

For more information about the day of reflection, call Sister Marie Cecilia Fausto at 317-872-6420 or send an e-mail to vocindianapolis@littlesistersofthepoor.org.

St. Agnes Parish in Nashville to sponsor parish mission

Paulist Father Bruce Nieli will present a parish mission on March 6-7 at St. Agnes Parish, 1008 McLary Road, in Nashville.

“Christian Prayer—Praying to the Three Persons of the Blessed Trinity” is the theme. The mission is open to the public.

Father Nieli will speak at 7 p.m. on March 6 about “Praying to the Father—The God Outside.”

At 8 a.m. on March 7, he will celebrate Mass and speak on the topic “Praying to Jesus the Son—The God Alongside.”

On March 7 at 7 p.m., he will conclude the mission by speaking on “Praying to the Holy Spirit—The God Inside.”

Father Nieli is the former director of evangelization for the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.

For more information on the mission, call Carol Nathan at 317-695-4850 or send her an e-mail at cnathan@iupui.edu.

40 Days for Life prayer campaigns begin on March 9 in two cities

Two Lenten 40 Days for Life prayer campaigns begin on Ash Wednesday, March 9, and continue through Palm Sunday, April 17, in Indianapolis and Bloomington.

The international pro-life campaign focuses on 40 days of prayer and fasting, peaceful vigils and community outreach in 307 cities in 50 states as well as at cities in Canada, Australia, Northern Ireland and Denmark.

In Indianapolis, a March 6 prayer rally begins with Mass at noon at the St. Augustine Home for the Aged Chapel at 2345 W. 86th St.

After the Mass, pro-life supporters will participate in an hour of adoration in the chapel at 1 p.m. followed by a pro-life program at 2 p.m. and rosary procession at 3 p.m. along West 86th Street to the Planned Parenthood abortion facility at 8590 N. Georgetown Road.

The Lenten prayer vigil in front of the abortion center in Indianapolis continues on Mondays through Saturdays from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. and on Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

In Bloomington, pro-life supporters will maintain a peaceful prayer vigil in front of the Planned Parenthood abortion center at 421 S. College Ave. for 40 days.

(For more information about the Indianapolis campaign, contact Timothy O’Donnell at 317-372-0040 or timothy.odonnell@40days-indy.org. For more information about the Bloomington campaign, contact Monica Siefker at 812-330-1535 or monica.siefker@sbcglobal.net.)

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Retreats and Programs

March 4-6

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Retrouvaille Weekend: A Lifeline for Marriages.” Information: 317-489-6811 or http://www.retroindy.com.

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 8

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “Woman Talk–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 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 include dinner. Information: 317-788-7581 or benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

March 10-31

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “The Invitation to Our Call to Discipleship,” Lenten series, four Thursdays, Franciscan Sister Barbara Leonhard, presenter, 7-8:30 p.m., $15 per session, bring a friend, two for $25. Information: 812-933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

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 13

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “Come and Walk with Saints,” Franciscan Sister Kathleen Mulson, presenter, following 9:30 a.m. liturgy, free-will offering. Information: 812-933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

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.

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

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.

March 15-20

Barn Abbey, 810 North St., New Harmony, Ind. (Evansville Diocese). “Interfaith Dialogue Retreat,” Sisters of St. Benedict in Ferdinand, six-day retreat co-sponsored with Robert Lee Blaffer Foundation. Information: 812-464-1989 or 800-467-8000.

March 18-20

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Simplify–A Weekend Lenten Retreat,” Franciscan Father Ted Haag, presenter. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “Monastic Practices–Drawing Everyday Wisdom from the Monastic Life,” Benedictine Brother Mark Falkenhain, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

March 19

Sisters of St. Benedict, Monastery Immaculate Conception, 802 E. 10th St., Ferdinand, Ind. (Evansville Diocese). “Saturday Morning at the Dome–Holy? Me? Nourishing Our Relationship with God Through Prayer,” Benedictine Sister Kathryn Huber, presenter, 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m., light lunch, $45 per person. Information: 812-367-1411.

March 20

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Pre-Cana Conference, marriage preparation program, 2-6 p.m. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “Youth Night at the ‘Burg,” high school age and older, food, talk and prayer, 6:30-8 p.m., free-will offering, Information: 812-933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

March 23

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Fan into Flame– Evangelized by the New Evangelization,” Father Christopher Weldon, presenter, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $35 per person includes continental breakfast and lunch. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.

March 24

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Encountering Surprising Images During Our Lenten Journey,” FBI (Fatima/Benedict Inn) evening of reflection, Benedictine Sister Angela Jarboe, presenter, Mass, 5 p.m., buffet dinner and program, $30 per person. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.

March 25-27

“Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat,” confidential abortion reconciliation weekend retreat for women and men. Information: 317-236-1521 or 800-382-9836, ext. 1521, or 317-831-2892.

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “Come and See Weekend,” single Catholic women ages 18-44, no charge. Information: 317-787-3287, ext. 3032, or www.benedictine.com.

March 26

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “Journaling–A Way to Pray,” Franciscan Sister Diane Jamison, presenter, 9-11:30 a.m., $25 per person. Information: 812-933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

March 28

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

April 1-3

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Praying with the Saints–A Weekend Lenten Retreat,” Father James Farrell, presenter. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.

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