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July 15

Helpers of God’s Precious Infants, Indianapolis. Mass and Divine Mercy Chaplet at 8:30 a.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., followed by prayer at a local abortion center, and continued prayer at the church for those who wish to remain.

Roncalli High School, 3300 Prague Rd., Indianapolis. Chartrand High School Class of 1967 50th Reunion, 4:30 p.m., $30 per person. Information: Pam Smith, 317-979-9781 or 196750threunion@gmail.com.

July 15-16

All Saints Parish, Dearborn County, St. John the Baptist Campus, 25743 State Rte. 1, Guilford. Summer Festival, Sat. 5-9 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., chicken dinner, lunch stand, music, kiddie land, big money and grand raffles, country store, beer gardens. Information: 812-576-4302.

July 18-21

Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center, 1551 Thoreau Dr. N., Schaumburg, Illinois. Catholic Writer’s Conference: The Catholic Imagination, workshops, presentations, trade show, adults $75, students $45. Registration and information: 317-755-2693, www.catholicwritersguild.org.

July 19

Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Monthly Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-784-4439 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.

July 20

St. Joseph Church, 1401 S. Mickley Ave., Indianapolis. Third Thursday Adoration, interceding for women experiencing crisis pregnancy, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., with Mass at 5:45 p.m.

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

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Community Labyrinth/Peace and Nature Garden Walk, third Thursdays through September, Benedictine Sister Cathy Ann Lepore facilitating, 7-8:30 p.m., free will donation. Information: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

July 21

Northside Knights of Columbus Hall, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. CYO executive director Bruce Scifres presenting, Mass, breakfast and program, 7-9 a.m., $15 members, $21 non-members, breakfast included. Reservations and information: www.catholicbusinessexchange.org.

July 21-23

Holy Family Parish, 3027 Pearl St., Oldenburg. 30th Annual Rummage Sale, Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Sun. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. half off clothing and miscellaneous items Sat., $2 for all that fits in a grocery bag Sun. Information: 812-934-5764, epaulvillager@yahoo.com.

July 22

St. Thomas More Parish, 1200 N. Indiana St., Mooresville. Golden Jubilee Mass and Dinner, 5 p.m. Mass followed by dinner in the gymnasium. Information: 317-697-4914, gweber1946@gmail.com.

July 23-29

St. Ambrose Parish, food booth at Jackson County Fair on S.R. 250, Brownstown, 2-10 p.m. Information: 812-522-5304.

July 24

Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Serra Club Dinner Meeting, followed by reflection by Father Joe Moriarty, 6 p.m., $15. Information: 317-748-1478 or smclaughlin@holyspirit.cc.

July 24-28

St. Lawrence Parish, 4650 N. Shadeland Ave., Indianapolis. Earthkeepers Vacation Bible School, ages 4-10, songs, games, snacks, crafts, Bible stores, $10 per child. Register by July 19, 317-546-4065 or vickiadang@yahoo.com.

July 25

St. Lawrence Parish, 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. Catholic Charismatic Renewal of Indianapolis, Life in the Spirit Seminar, session one of eight, 7-8:30 p.m. Information: 317-546-7328, mkeyes@indy.rr.com.

July 26

Bent Rail Brewery, 5301 Winthrop Ave., Indianapolis. Theology on Tap Catholic Speaker Series: “Life and Faith,” Joe Reitz presenting, 7 p.m., free admission, food and drink available for purchase, registration not required. Information: www.indycatholic.org/indytot/ or mkinast@archindy.org.

July 26

St. Alphonsus Liguori Church, 1870 W Oak St, Zionsville. Natural Family Planning Awareness Week Mass and Reception, 6 p.m. Mass followed by reception and light dinner with presentation on “Family and Theology of the Body.” Information: 317-492-9527, julieandmatt@nfpindy.org.

July 29

St. Mary Parish, 777 S. 11th St., Mitchell. Hog Roast and Indoor Yard Sale, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., pulled pork dinners with sides $6.50, raffle, door prizes, silent auction, cake walk. Information: 812-849-3570.

July 29-30

All Saints Parish, Dearborn County, St. Martin Campus, 8044 Yorkridge Road, Guilford. Festival, Sat. 5-9 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., chicken dinner, lunch stand, music, kiddie land, big money and grand raffles, county store, beer gardens. Information: 812-576-4302.

July 29-August 7

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Used Book Sale sponsored by Linden Leaf Gifts, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., books not pre-priced but donations accepted. Information: 812-535-2932 or lindenleafgifts@spsmw.org.

July 30

St. Augustine Parish, 18020 Lafayette St., Leopold. Parish Picnic, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. CT, fried chicken dinner, big raffle, handmade quilts, silent auction, baked goods and crafts, bingo, cake wheel, children’s rides and games. Information: 812-843-5143.

August 1

Mission 27 Resale, 132 Leota St., Indianapolis. Senior Discount Day, every Tuesday, seniors get 30 percent off clothing, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., ministry supports Indianapolis St. Vincent de Paul Society Food Pantry and Changing Lives Forever program. Information: 317-687-8260.

St. Lawrence Parish, 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. Catholic Charismatic Renewal of Indianapolis, Life in the Spirit Seminar, session two of eight, 7-8:30 p.m. Information: 317-546-7328, mkeyes@indy.rr.com.

August 2

Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 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 p.m. Information: 317-243-0777.

August 4

Women’s Care Center, 4901 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. First Friday Mass, 5 p.m., Msgr. Joseph Schaedel presiding, optional tour of center to follow. Information: 317-829-6800, www.womenscarecenter.org.

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral chapel, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Lumen Dei Catholic Business Group, 6:30 a.m. Mass, 7:15-8:30 a.m. breakfast at Lincoln Square Pancake House, 2330 N. Meridian, Indianapolis. Information: 317-435-3447 or lumen.dei@comcast.net.

Most Holy Name of Jesus Church, 89 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. First Friday devotion, exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, 5:30 p.m.; reconciliation, 5:45-6:45 p.m.; Mass, 7 p.m.; Litany of the Sacred Heart and prayers for the Holy Father, 7:30 p.m. Information: 317-784-5454.

Our Lady of the Greenwood Church, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. First Friday celebration of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Mass, 5:45 p.m., exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, following Mass until 9 p.m., sacrament of Reconciliation available. Information: 317-888-2861 or info@olgreenwood.org.

St. Lawrence Church, 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. First Friday Charismatic Renewal Praise and Mass, praise and worship 7 p.m., Mass 7:30 p.m. Information: 317-546-7328, mkeyes@indy.rr.com.

August 4-5

St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, 523 S. Merrill St., Fortville. Summer Festival, Fri. 7-11 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., home-cooked meals, raffle, games, bingo, Monte Carl on Fri. ($20 per person). Information: 317-485-5102.

August 5

Primo Banquet and Conference Center, 2615 National Ave., Indianapolis. Hearts and Hands of Indiana House to Homes Dinner and Fundraiser, benefiting housing rehabilitation efforts near St. Anthony Parish, 6-10 p.m., door prizes, silent auction, audience games, $100 ticket allows two people entrance, dinner and drinks. For information and tickets contact Amanda Langferman, 317-353-3769, alangferman@heartsandhandsindy.org or www.heartsandhandsindy.org/houses-to-homes.

St. Michael Church, 145 St. Michael Blvd., Brookville. First Saturday Marian Devotional Prayer Group, Mass, prayers, rosary, confession, meditation, 8 a.m. Information: 765-647-5462.

Terre Haute Helpers of God’s Precious Infants, 7:30 a.m. Mass at the Carmelite Monastery, 59 Allendale, Terre Haute; 8:45 a.m. car pool from St. Patrick Parish, 1807 Poplar St., Terre Haute, to Bloomington Planned Parenthood, 421 S. College Ave., arriving 10:15 a.m.; return to St. Patrick Parish around noon. Information: Tom McBroom, 812-841-0060, mcbroom.tom@gmail.com.

August 6

St. Bernard Parish, 7600 Hwy. 337 N.W., Depauw. Picnic and Raffle, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., country fried chicken and ham dinners, homemade noodles and pies served in an air conditioned dining room until 2 p.m., carry out available, drawing for $10,000 with only 300 $100 tickets, silent auction, games for kids and adults, 50/50 raffle, gun raffle, handmade quilts, games of chance, live music 11 a.m.-1 p.m.. Information or ticket purchase: 812-347-2326 or SaintBernardCatholicChurch@gmail.com.

St. Boniface Parish, 15519 N. State Road 545, Fulda. Parish Picnic, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. CT, soup, food, quilts, music, games. Information: 812-357-5533.

August 8

St. Lawrence Parish, 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. Catholic Charismatic Renewal of Indianapolis, Life in the Spirit Seminar, session three of eight, 7-8:30 p.m. Information: 317-546-7328, mkeyes@indy.rr.com.

Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Monthly Taizé Prayer Service, theme “Praying for Peace in the World and in Our Hearts,” 7-8 p.m., silent and spoken prayers, simple music, silence. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

St. Paul Hermitage, 501 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Ave Maria Guild, 12:30 p.m. Information: 317-223-3687, vlgmimi@aol.com.

August 9

Bent Rail Brewery, 5301 Winthrop Ave., Indianapolis. Theology on Tap Catholic Speaker Series: “Service to Others, Serving Those in Need,” Heidi Smith and Andrew Costello presenting, 7 p.m., free admission, food and drink available for purchase, registration not required. Information: www.indycatholic.org/indytot/, mkinast@archindy.org.

August 10

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Peace and Nature Garden Walk, Benedictine Sister Angela Jarboe facilitating, 7-8:30 p.m., free will donation. Information: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

August 12

Immaculate Conception Parish, 2081 E. Cty. Road 820 S., Greensburg. Community Consignment Auction, begins at 9:30 a.m. and will last 5-6 hours (items accepted Aug. 11 from 7 a.m.-8 p.m.), pulled pork sandwiches available at lunch, raffles. Information: 812-591-2362.

August 12-13

All Saints Parish, Dearborn County, St. Paul Campus, 9798 N. Dearborn Road, Guilford. Parish Festival, Sat. 5-9 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., chicken dinner, turtle soup, lunch stand, music, kiddie land, big money and grand raffle, country store and beer garden. Information: 812-576-4302.

August 13

St. Luke the Evangelist Church, 7575 Holliday Dr., E., Indianapolis. 100th Anniversary Fatima Holy Hour, after 11:30 a.m. Mass, prayer and rosary. Information: 317-259-4373.

St. Mary Parish, 2500 St. Mary’s Dr. NE., Lanesville. Annual Picnic, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., chicken and ham dinner served country style in air conditioned dining room, $6,000 in cash prizes, quilt raffle, linen/craft booths, Granny’s Attic, games, silent auction. Mass schedule: 8 and 10:30 a.m. Information: 812-952-2853.

St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 4625 N. Kenwood Ave., Indianapolis. Mass in French, 12:30 p.m. Information: 317-627-7729 or acfadi2014@gmail.com.

St. Therese of the Infant Jesus (Little Flower) Church, 4720 E. 13th St., Indianapolis. Class of ’63 monthly gathering, 6 p.m. Mass, optional dinner afterward. Information: 317-408-6396.

St. John Paul II Parish, St. Joseph Chapel, 2605 St. Joe Rd. W., Sellersburg. 100th Anniversary of Fatima, commemoration events vary per month, 6 p.m. Information: Phyllis Burkholder, 812-246-2252.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 5692 Central Ave., Indianapolis. Recitation of the Rosary (outdoor Fatima shrine, corner of E. 57th St. and Washington Blvd.), in celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Fatima Apparitions, 6 p.m.; recurring each 13th of the month through October. Information: mbdoughert@aol.com.

August 14

St. Luke the Evangelist, 7575 Holliday Dr., Indianapolis. Catholic Radio Indy Mass and Lunch, celebrating the feast day of St. Maximillian Kolbe, 11:30 a.m. Reservations: 317-870-8400 or jim@catholicradioindy.org.

August 15

St. Lawrence Parish, 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. Catholic Charismatic Renewal of Indianapolis, Life in the Spirit Seminar, session four of eight, 7-8:30 p.m. Information: 317-546-7328, mkeyes@indy.rr.com.

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General Announcements

Office of Pro-Life and Family Life seeks nominations for Respect Life awards

Each year, the Office of Pro-Life and Family Life honors an adult or married couple and a high school student at the annual Respect Life Sunday Mass, which is held the first Sunday in October. The Mass will be celebrated on Oct. 1 this year.

Please consider nominating an adult or married couple whom you believe should be recognized for their leadership in promoting the dignity and sanctity of human life in the parish community and the archdiocese for the Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Respect Life Award.

Please also consider nominating a high school student whom you believe demonstrates leadership in promoting the dignity and sanctity of human life in the parish, community, school community and in the archdiocese for the Our Lady of Guadalupe Pro-Life Youth Award.

A downloadable nomination form is available by logging on to www.archindy.org/rls. Completed nomination forms can be returned to The Office of Pro-Life and Family Life, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46202, or e-mailed to sseibert@archindy.org by Aug. 31.

More information about the awards and a list of past recipients is also available at www.archindy.org/rls.

NFP Awareness Week honored by Mass and reception on July 26

In honor of National Family Planning week, the Couple to Couple League of Indianapolis will sponsor a Mass and reception at St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish, 1870 W. Oak St., in Zionsville, Ind., in the Lafayette Diocese, at 6 p.m. on July 26.

During the dinner, a transitional deacon will speak on “Family and Theology of the Body.”

RSVP by calling 317-492-9527 or e-mailing julieandmatt@nfpindy.org.

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Retreats and Programs

July 14-16

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. A Weekend with Mary, Our Blessed Mother, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

July 14-21

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Silent Directed Retreats, choose from a 3- to 8-day retreat, registration fee varies and includes accommodations, all meals, use of common areas and Mass, and daily meeting with a spiritual director. Information and registration: 317-545-7681, ext. 107 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

July 17-21

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Bringing to Life the Word of God in Song, Benedictine Father Columba Kelly presenting, $465 single, $735 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

July 21-23

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Tobit Marriage Preparation Weekend, $298 includes separate room accommodations for couple, meals, snacks and materials. Information, registration: www.archindy.org/fatima/calendar/tobit.html, Marcia.johnson@archindy.org or 317-545-7681, ext. 107.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. A Step 11 Retreat for Recovering Alcoholics and Alanons, Dave Maloney presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

July 24

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Silent Self-Guided Day of Reflection, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $32 includes room for the day, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas, additional $37 extends stay to include the night before or night after day of silence and includes light dinner. Information and registration: 317-545-7681, ext. 107 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

July 24-28

July 25-27

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Forgiven and Forgiving, Benedictine Father Zachary Wilberding presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

August 8

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Spend a Day with God: Personal Retreat Day, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 includes room and lunch; spiritual direction $30 (optional). Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

August 11-13

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Retrouvaille Weekend, $150. Information and registration: 317-489-6811or www.retroindy.com.

August 18-20

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Benedictine Spirituality, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., New Albany. Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend, Fri., 7 p.m.-Sun., 4 p.m., $75 application fee. Apply online www.wwme.org. Information: 317-435-5986, jbradleylevine@msn.com.

August 21

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Prayer, Father Jim Farrell presenting, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., $42 includes continental breakfast and lunch. Information and registration: 317-545-7681, ext. 107 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

August 22-24

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Pray Your Way to Happiness, Benedictine Father Maurus Zoeller presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

August 23

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Parenting: A Little Encouragement Along the Way, Father Jeff Godecker and Mary Schaffner presenting, 9 a.m.-noon session, $42 includes continental breakfast and lunch, 6-9 p.m. evening session, $35 includes continental breakfast and lunch. Add an afternoon of silence from 1-5 p.m. to either session at no charge. Information and registration: 317-545-7681, ext. 107 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

August 24

August 25-27

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Beauty as a Pathway to God: Religious Art and Symbol in the Spiritual Life, Part I, Benedictine Father Martin Erspamer presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

September 8-10

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Twelve Step Weekend Retreat for Men. Information and registration: 317-439-9835 or allenjhammer@yahoo.com.

September 13

September 15-17

Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Praying with the Gospel of Luke, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

September 22-23

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Pre-Cana Preparation Conference, $255 with overnight accommodations (two rooms), $185 for commuters, includes meals, snacks and materials. Information, registration: www.archindy.org/plfl/marriage-precana.html.

Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Contemplative Living, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

September 25

September 29-October 1

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Bellinis: Artists of the Renaissance in Venice, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

October 4

October 3-5

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Hail Mary Full of Grace: Pray with Mary, Benedictine Father Luke Waugh presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

October 11

October 13-14

October 13-15

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Reading the Scriptures, Benedictine Father Harry Hagan presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

October 20-22

November 3-5

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Gratitude, Benedictine Father Zachary Wilberding presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

November 7-9

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. On Becoming the Publican in the Temple: St. Benedict’s Degrees of Humility, Benedictine Father Colman Grabert presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

November 10-12

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Church in the Modern World, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

November 14

November 17-19

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Praying with the Gospel of John, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

November 21

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Silent Self-Guided Day of Reflection, $32 includes room for the day, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas, additional $37 extends stay to include the night before or night after day of silence and includes light dinner. Information and registration: 317-545-7681, ext. 107 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

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