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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 8-September 12

Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Divorce and Beyond, six-week session, Tuesdays 7-9 p.m., $30 includes book. Information: 317-236-1586, 800-382-9836 ext. 1586. dvanvelse@archindy.org, or register online at www.archindy.org/plfl/ministries-divorce.html.

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 and registration: 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.

August 16

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

August 17

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

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.

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 and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

August 18

Northside Knights of Columbus Hall, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett presenting, Mass, breakfast and program, 7-9 a.m., $15 members, $21 non-members, breakfast included. Reservations and information: www.catholicbusinessexchange.org.

August 18-19

Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ Parish, 7225 Southeastern Ave., Indianapolis. Augustravaganza, 4 p.m.-midnight, catered suppers (Fri. fried chicken, Sat., prime rib) and bingo in air conditioned hall, kids games, raffle, Monte Carlo, 5K or 1 mile walk/run Sat. morning, baby crawl, live music, beer garden, alumni booth. Pre-festival activities on Thurs. night, Cookies and Canvas for kids and beer tasting for adults 21 and older. Information: www.nativityindy.org/augustravaganza-1, 317-357-1200.

August 19

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.

Christ the King Parish, Touhy Hall, 5858 Crittenden Ave., Indianapolis. Indianapolis North Deanery Grade School Class of 1967 50th Reunion, 7-11 p.m., light hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine, soft drinks. Advance registration and $20 donation appreciated, but not required. Information: Rita Welch, 317-908-0659, miller2436@sbcglobal.net or Facebook group: Indy North Deanery Grade School 50th Reunion.

Our Lady of the Greenwood Chruch, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. Celebrate Marriage Conference, for couples of all ages, break-out sessions, $20 per couple includes materials, lunch and complimentary childcare (space may be limited). Register by Aug. 12: www.celebratemarriageministry.com. Questions: 317-489-1557, olgmarriageministry@gmail.com.

August 19-20

St. Mary-of-the-Knobs Parish, 5719 Saint Mary’s Road, Floyds Knobs. Knobfest, Sat. 6 p.m.-midnight, Sun. 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Sat. gambling and beer garden, “100% Poly” band 9 p.m.-midnight; Sun. home-cooked chicken dinners, booths, prizes, quilts, bingo, kids zone. Information: 812-923-3011.

August 20

St. Nicholas Parish, Ripley County, 6461 E. St. Nicholas Dr., Sunman. Church Picnic, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., buffet style fried chicken, roast beef dinners, mock turtle soup, games, raffles, beer garden. Information: 812-623-2964.

August 22

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

St. Christopher Parish, Damascus Room, 5301 W. 16 th St., Speedway. Fall Scripture Study: Where is God in Times of Crisis, Tuesdays through Nov. 14 (except Sept. 12, Oct. 17 and Oct. 31), 7-8:45 p.m., $75 ($100 includes spring semester, The Gospel of Mark), registration required by Aug. 21. Information and registration: Lois Jansen, 317-241-9169 or mlj986@gmail.com.

August 23

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

August 23

Ike and Jonesy’s, 17 W. Jackson Place, Indianapolis. Cursillo After Work Talk Series, (first of four, Aug. 30, Sept. 6 and Sept. 13), Deacon Brad Anderson presenting, 6 p.m., free will offering. Information: 317-222-9215, jerry@catholicalpha.com.

August 24

St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. Monthly Ecumenical Taizé Prayer Service, sung prayers, meditation and readings. 7-8 p.m. Information: 317-926-7359 or rectory@saintmichaelindy.org.

August 24-26

St. Ann Parish, 6350 S. Mooresville Road, Indianapolis. Parish Festival, celebrating 100 years, 5-11 p.m. each day, food, games, rides, silent auction, raffle $2 or 6 for $10, $2000 first prize, $500 second and third, casino, beer garden. Information: 317-821-2909.

August 25

St. Paul Hermitage, 501 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Ave Maria Guild Rummage Sale, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Information: 317-223-3687, vlgmimi@aol.com.

August 25-26

Father Michael Shawe Memorial Jr./Sr. High School, 201 W. State St., Madison. Shawe and Pope John XXIII Summertime Festival, 5 p.m.-midnight, food booths, live music, $16 carnival ride wrist bands, cash raffle, beer tent. Information: 812-265-4166.

August 26

White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art Designs in Nuno Felting, nuno felt while incorporating floral designs into fabric, no previous felting experience needed, Debby Green presenting, 1-5 p.m., $100. Registration deadline August 18. Information: 812-535-2931, wvc@spsmw.org, or www.spsmw.org/providence-center/events/.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 5692 Central Ave., Indianapolis. Eighth Annual IHM Neighborhood 5K Run/Walk, 9 a.m., $15, ages 6 and younger free. Ninth Annual IHM Neighborhood Fall Kickoff Fest, 4-11 p.m., $1 per person, music, food, beverages, games. Information: 317-257-2266.

Knights of Columbus Mater Dei Council 437, McGowan Hall, 1305 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis. Cantor Workshop, for all active Indianapolis-area cantors, with support of the archdiocesan Office of Worship and sponsored in part by the Voice Clinic of Indiana, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., $40 per person or $200 per parish plus $10 per person, includes lunch. Registration and payment due by Aug. 21. Information: adorationfriend@gmail.com or 919-412-6764.

August 26-27

St. Mary Parish, 1331 E. Hunter Robbins Way, Greensburg. Festival, Sat. 5-11 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., fried chicken dinners, live music, raffles, games, silent auction, bingo. Information: 812-663-8427.

August 29

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

August 30

Ike and Jonesy’s, 17 W. Jackson Place, Indianapolis. Cursillo After Work Talk Series, (second of four, Sept. 6 and Sept. 13), Fathr C. Ryan McCarthy presenting, 6 p.m., free will offering. Information: 317-222-9215, jerry@catholicalpha.com.

September 1

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

September 1-3

CYO Camp Rancho Framasa, 2230 Clay Lick Road, Nashville. CYO Camp Rancho Framasa Fall Family Camp, Fri. 7 p.m.-Sun. 2 p.m., climbing, canoeing, crafts, archery, evening activities, games, prayer, Mass, campfires, corral horse rides, and more, $50 per child (under 18), $75 per adult; Saturday only option, check in 8-9 a.m., check out after campfire, $30 per child (under 18), $55 per adult. Information and registration: http://www.campranchoframasa.org/family-camps , 888-988-2839 x122.

St. Joseph Parish, 1401 S. Mickley Ave., Indianapolis. Fall Festival, Fri. and Sat. 5-11 p.m., Sun. 3-11 p.m., food, rides, games. Information: 317-244-9002.

September 1-4

Sacred Heart Parish, gymnasium, 558 Nebeker St., Clinton. Spaghetti Fest, Fri. 4-9 p.m., Sat. and Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Mon. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., sauce prepared by Knights of Columbus #9441, air conditioned dining, handicapped accessible, adults $8, children 12 and under $5, silent auction, craft booths, free parking. Information: 765-832-8468.

September 2

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.

September 3

St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Decatur County, St. John the Evangelist Campus, 9995 E. Base Road, Greensburg. Enochsburg Church Picnic, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Fireside Inn fried chicken, roast beef dinners, carryout available, mock turtle soup, games and booths. Information: 812-934-2880.

September 4

St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 4773 E. Morris Church St., Morris. 100th Labor Day Festival and Chicken Dinner, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., chicken and roast beef dinners in air conditioned hall 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m., reservations available for handicapped, grand raffle for $10,000 or ATV, $100 awarded every 30 minutes from 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m., early bird drawing of $100 on Aug. 20, lunch stand opens at 11 a.m., crafts, basket booth, games, produce booth, music, beer and wine. Information: 812-934-6218.

St. Peter Parish, Franklin County, 1207 East Road, Brookville. 97th Annual Labor Day Festival, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., family style chicken dinner, turtle soup, quilt raffle. Information: 765-647-5462.

September 5

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 seven of eight, 7-8:30 p.m. Information: 317-546-7328, mkeyes@indy.rr.com.

September 6

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.

Ike and Jonesy’s, 17 W. Jackson Place, Indianapolis. Cursillo After Work Talk Series, (third of four, Sept. 13), Father Paul Landwerlen presenting, 6 p.m., free will offering. Information: 317-222-9215, jerry@catholicalpha.com.

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General Announcements

Celebrate Marriage Conference set for Aug. 19 at Greenwood parish

A Celebrate Marriage Conference will be held at Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, 335 S. Meridian St., in Greenwood, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Aug. 19.

Married couples of all ages are invited to join in this Christ-centered marriage event.

The conference will include four presentations:

Michael and Mary Kalscheur, a financial planner and a home-schooling mom, respectively, will speak on “Let’s Talk About Money.”
Rick and Andrea Rader, facilitators, will present on “Making a Good Marriage Better.”
Tom and Marcy Renken, conference coordinators and founders of the Celebrate Marriage ministry, will speak on “Your Marriage as a Witness.”
John Shaughnessy, writer and assistant editor for The Criterion as well as an author, will present on “A Catholic Guy’s Game Plan for Lasting Love with Your Wife.”

The cost is $20 per couple and includes lunch. Free childcare is also available, although space might be limited.

Registration is required by Aug. 12. To register, go to www.CelebrateMarriageMinistry.com. More information is available there, as well as via e-mail at olgmarriageministry@gmail.com, or by calling 317-489-1557.

50-year reunion of Indianapolis North Deanery grade schools set for Aug. 19

A 50-year reunion for graduates of Indianapolis North Deanery grade schools will be held at Touhy Hall at Christ the King Parish, 5858 Crittenden Ave., in Indianapolis, from 7-11 p.m., on Aug. 19.

An RSVP and a $20 donation are requested in advance. Checks can be made payable to Deborah Mitchell – 50 Year Reunion, and mailed to her at 445 S. Valley Lane, Greenwood, IN 46142.

For more information, contact Rita Welch at 317-909-0659, or

join the Facebook Group page “Indy North Deanery Grade School 50th Reunion.”

Folk art exhibit is now on display at Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library Gallery

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library Gallery, 200 Hill Drive, in St. Meinrad, is hosting an exhibit by Posey County folk artist Tom Wintczak through Aug. 31.

The “Value in Folk Art” exhibit includes ceramics in the style of early American settlers and Fraktur painting that was used to embellish documents of various kinds. Wintczak draws inspiration from early American potters (1750-1850) and Southern folk art potters of the mid- to late-19th century.

Wintczak was named one of America’s best traditional artisans in 2008-17 by a jury of curators from such prestigious institutions as the Museums of Colonial Williamsburg, American Folk Art Museum, Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts, Mount Vernon and Winterthur. He also has been honored with Indiana Artisan status.

The exhibit is free and open to the public. Those wishing to view the exhibit may want to arrive at least 30 minutes before closing time.

For library hours, call 812-357-6401 or 800-987-7311, or visit the Archabbey Library’s website at www.saintmeinrad.edu/library/hours.

Marian images to be displayed at St. Paul campus of All Saints Parish on Aug. 12-13

All Saints Parish’s St. Paul Church, 9798 N. Dearborn Road, in Guilford, is hosting a display incorporating images of the Blessed Virgin Mary during its festival on Aug. 12-13.

Several of the images are on loan from Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology and the University of Dayton.

The exhibit will be open from 5-9 p.m. on Aug. 12, and from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. on Aug 13. Entrance to the exhibit is free.

Please note that the exhibit is not handicap accessible.

To learn more, call 812-576-4302.

Six Divorce and Beyond sessions to be offered in Indianapolis on Aug. 8-Sept. 12

Divorce and Beyond, a program made available through the archdiocesan Office of Pro-Life and Family Life, will be offered at the Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., in Indianapolis, from 7-9 p.m. on six consecutive Tuesdays from Aug. 8 through Sept. 12.

Each meeting builds on the prior week’s session. The topics for discussion are the process of divorce, self-image, stress, anger, blame, guilt, loneliness and forgiveness.

The cost of the six-week session is $30, which includes a book.

For more information or to register, contact the Office of Pro-Life and Family Life Office at 317-236-1586, or e-mail dvanvelse@archindy.org.

Registration forms may be obtained online www.archindy.org/plfl/ministries-divorce.html.

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Retreats and Programs

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 15

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. An Evening with Mary, the Mother of God, celebrating the Feast of the Assumption, 5:15 p.m. Mass followed by dinner and 7 p.m. program and Marian prayer service, Benedictine Sister Carol Falkner and Patty Moore presenting, 5-9 p.m., $35 includes dinner. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org

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 19

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Meditation Sampler: A Morning of Prayer, Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind and Dr. Claire Sherman presenting, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $35. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www. www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/.

August 21

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Prayer: “Our Lady of Fatima 100th Anniversary of an Invitation to 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

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Evening of Prayer: “Our Lady of Fatima 100th Anniversary of an Invitation to Prayer,” Father Jim Farrell presenting, 5:30-9 p.m., $35 includes buffet dinner. 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

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.

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.

August 26

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Returned Missionaries Retreat, for lay ministers interested in reflecting on their mission experience, Franciscan Sister Ann Vonder Meulen presenting, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., no charge, lunch and dinner provided. Email center@oldenburgosf.com or call 812-933-6437 for registration information.

September 7

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. The Bible and Ecology Workshop, Carol Johnson presenting, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 includes lunch and a room for the day, spiritual direction available for $30. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

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 9

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. The Gospel of John, Providence Sister Cathy Campbell presenting, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., $45 includes lunch. Registration deadline Sept. 4. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/providence-center/events/.

September 13

September 15-17

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.

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 23

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. The Name of God is Love and Mercy, Providence Sister Mary Montgomery presenting, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., $45 includes lunch. Registration deadline Sept. 18. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/providence-center/events/.

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 3

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Ten Commandments for the 21st Century, week one of four (Oct. 10, 17 and 24), Benedictine Father Matthias Neuman presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session or $90 for all four. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

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 10

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Ten Commandments for the 21st Century, week two of four (Oct. 17 and 24), Benedictine Father Matthias Neuman presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

October 11

October 12

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Visual Journey to Saint Mother Theodore’s Hometown and French Roots, Providence Sisters Denise Wilkerson and Jan Craven presenting, 9-11 a.m. or 6:30-8:30 p.m., $25. Registration deadline Oct. 6. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/providence-center/events/.

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 17

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Ten Commandments for the 21st Century, week three of four (Oct. 17 and 24), Benedictine Father Matthias Neuman presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

October 20-22

October 20

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Pray, Play and Ponder, week one of two (Oct. 27), Benedictine Sister Juliann Babcock presenting, 10-11:30 a.m., $25 per session includes art supplies. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

October 24

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Ten Commandments for the 21st Century, week four, Benedictine Father Matthias Neuman presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

October 27

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Pray, Play and Ponder, Benedictine Sister Juliann Babcock presenting, 10-11:30 a.m., $25 includes art supplies. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

October 28

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Song of My Heart, Providence Sister Mary Montgomery presenting, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., $45 includes lunch. Registration deadline Oct. 23. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/providence-center/events/.

November 2

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Biblical Scenes: The Artwork of Sieger Koder, week one of three (Nov. 16 and 30), Benedictine Sister Angela Jarboe and Patty Moore presenting, 7-9 p.m., $25 per session or $65 for all three. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

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 4

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Grieving Gracefully … Into a Future Full of Hope, Providence Sister Connie Kramer presenting, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., $45 includes lunch. Registration deadline Oct. 30. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/providence-center/events.

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.

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Fall Come and See Weekend, single women ages 18-42 invited to learn more about the community and becoming a Sister of Providence. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or

www.spsmw.org/event/come-and-see-weekend/

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Opening to the Light, Paula D’Arcy presenting, Fri. 7 p.m.-Sun., 1 p.m., $255 per person, $390 married couple, includes accommodations, meals and materials. Registration is required: 317-545-7681, ext. 107 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

November 14

November 16

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Biblical Scenes: The Artwork of Sieger Koder, week two of three (Nov. 30), Benedictine Sister Angela Jarboe and Patty Moore presenting, 7-9 p.m., $25 per session. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

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.

November 30

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Biblical Scenes: The Artwork of Sieger Koder, week three, Benedictine Sister Angela Jarboe and Patty Moore presenting, 7-9 p.m., $25. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

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