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February 22

White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Baking Sourdough Breads, presented by Candace Minster, 1-5 p.m., $45, register by Feb. 15. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

Concordia Lutheran Church, 305 Howard Road, Greenwood. Right to Life of Johnson and Morgan Counties Annual Euchre Tournament, 10 a.m., one package of diapers per person entry fee, $150 cash prize to winning pair. Information: 317-697-2441, ebrookehaskins@gmail.com.

February 23

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 7575 Holliday Dr. E., Indianapolis. 40 Days for Life Spring Campaign Kickoff, Little Sisters of the Poor Sister Cecelia speaking. Information: 317-372-0040, idipsumsapere@att.net.

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Rite of Election, 2 p.m. Information: Christina Tuley, ctuley@archindy.org, 317-236-1483.

February 24

St. Bartholomew Church, 1306 27th St., Columbus. “Christus Vivit”: Implications of Ministry Today and Beyond, Paul Jarzembowski, author and USCCB assistant director for laity, marriage, family life and youth presenting, co-sponsored by several archdiocesan offices, for youth ministers, directors of religious education and college campus ministers, $30 fee accessed through archdiocesan parish assessment, includes lunch. Registration: bit.ly/30L5vrj (case sensitive). Information: Emily Mastronicola, emastronicola@archindy.org , 317-592-4006.

February 27

Archbishop O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Caregiver Support Group, sponsored by Catholic Charities, 5: 30-7 p.m. Information: Monica Woodsworth, 317-261-3378, mwoodsworth@archindy.org .

February 28

St. Joan of Arc Church, 4217 Central Ave., Indianapolis. Lenten Devotions, adoration noon-6 p.m., rosary 6 p.m., Mass 6:30 p.m., Stations of the Cross with Benediction 7 p.m. Information: 317-283-5508, mrivelli@stjoa.org.

St. Matthew School Gymnasium, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Fish Fry, all-you-can-eat breaded fish dinners, $8 per person; breaded and grilled shrimp, cheese pizza, clam chowder, fettuccine alfredo, macaroni and cheese available à la carte, 5-7:30 p.m. Information: 317-257-4297, spines@saintmatt.org.

St. Rita Parish, 1733 Dr. Andrew J. Brown Ave., Indianapolis. Fish Fry, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., dinners $11.50-$14 includes two sides, dessert, soda; sandwiches or entrées $10-$12.25; à la carte items available for purchase, pre-order for pick-up 317-536-1047, 317-632-9349, ext. 111. Information: stritasecretary71@yahoo.com.

St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 316 N. Sherwood, Clarksville. Fish Fry, 5-7:30 p.m., baked fish, fried fish, oysters, shrimp, adults $9-11, children $3-$7. Information: 812-282-2290.

February 28-29

White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. The Weaver’s Helper: Rigid Heddle and Floor Loom Workshop, 6-8 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat., for those with weaving experience but will offer limited number of spots for beginners, $115 includes supplies and refreshments, bring your own lunch, register by Feb. 27. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

February 29

St. Mary-of-the-Knobs Church, 5719 Saint Marys Road, Floyds Knobs. Rite of Election, 10:30 a.m. Information: Christina Tuley, ctuley@archindy.org, 317-236-1483.

March 1

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Rite of Election, 2 p.m. Information: Christina Tuley, ctuley@archindy.org, 317-236-1483.

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Rite of Election, 6 p.m. Information: Christina Tuley, ctuley@archindy.org, 317-236-1483.

March 2

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Pottery Classes, every Mon. and Wed., Steven Cheek teaching, $30 per session plus $10 fee at first session for clay and tools, 6-9 p.m. Registration: 404-242-0839.

March 4

Archbishop 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.

March 5

The Atrium Banquet and Conference Center, 3143 Thompson Road, Indianapolis. Retirement Dinner in honor of outgoing Roncalli High School president Joseph Hollowell, doors open 6 p.m., dinner 6:30 p.m., business casual attire, all are welcome, $25 per person with a portion of each ticket sold benefiting a scholarship, cash bar available, reservations requested by Feb. 20. Reservations and information: www.roncalli.org, 317-787-8277, ext. 239, thayes@roncalli.org.

March 6

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 5692 Central Ave., Indianapolis. Men’s Club Fish Fry and Pizza Dinner, benefiting St. Anthony School, door prizes, 5:30-8 p.m., $8 per person suggested donation, $30 per family, beer and wine available for purchase. Information: 317-257-2266.

St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 316 N. Sherwood, Clarksville. Fish Fry, 5-7:30 p.m., baked fish, fried fish, oysters, shrimp, adults $9-11, children $3-$7. Information: 812-282-2290.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. First Friday Devotion to the Sacred Heart, following 11:45 a.m. Mass, prayer, reflection and lunch, registration not required, free will offering. Information: www.mountsaintfrancis.org, 812-923-8817.

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

Our Lady of the Greenwood Church, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. First Friday bilingual 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: 317-759-7309, msross1@hotmail.com.

March 7

St. Monica Parish, Emmaus Center, 6131 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis. Black Catholic Couples Retreat and Gathering: “We Promise: Sacramental Marriage in Service to the Village,” sponsored by archdiocesan Black Catholic Ministry, Arusi Network Inc. founders Andrew and Terry Lyke facilitating, 9 a.m. morning prayer, concludes after 5 p.m. Mass and renewal of marriage commitment, $25 per couple suggested, freewill offering accepted. Registration required by March 5: bit.ly/2tKGArm (case sensitive). For more information or to reserve childcare, contact Pearlette Springer, pspringer@archindy.org, 317-236-1474.

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Teen Volunteer Opportunity, ages 12-18, sharing time and talent with retired Providence sisters, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Registration and parent/guardian waver: www.spsmw.org/event/teen-volunteer-opportunity/all Information: Providence Sister Joni Luna, 361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org.

John Paul II Parish, St. Paul Chapel, 216 Schellers Ave., Sellersburg. First Saturday Marian Devotion, 8 a.m. rosary, meditation, prayer; 8:30 a.m. Mass with confessions prior. Information: 812-246-3522.

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

St. Joan of Arc Parish, 4217 N. Central Ave., Indianapolis. Men’s Club Lenten Prayer Breakfast, 8 a.m. Mass in chapel followed by breakfast and talk by St. Joan of Arc pastor Father Guy Roberts, 10 a.m. conclusion, all faith traditions welcome, free, reservations preferred. Information and reservations: 317-442-5542, pachciarz@sbcglobal.net.

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Tropical Tribute, benefiting the Joe and Barb Krier foundation that awards a $2,000 scholarship per year for four years to an incoming Bishop Chatard High School freshman from an Indianapolis North Deanery parish, 7:30-11:30 p.m., live music by “The Boogie Knights” 9 p.m., $35 per person includes beer, wine, appetizers. Tickets available at the door. Information: 317-872-5088, sherymp@comcast.net. Online donations accepted at bit.ly/39uOdlE (case sensitive).

March 8

St. Louis School, 13 E. St. Louis Place, Batesville. Super Sunday Bingo, $50 per person includes game cards, raffle tickets, door prizes, fried chicken or pulled pork dinner. Pre-sale tickets: www.stlbingo.org. Information: 812-932-4646, stlouisbingo@gmail.com.

March 8-10

St. Rita Church, 1733 Dr. Andrew J. Brown Ave., Indianapolis. Lenten Revival: Draw Me Close to You, Dominican Father Paul Whittington presenting, 7 p.m. each evening. Information: 317-632-9349, stritasecretary71@yahoo.com.

March 10

Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. “Act justly, Love tenderly, Walk humbly” Monthly Taizé Prayer Service, 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, 11 a.m. Memorial Mass for deceased guild members, 12:30 p.m. meeting. Information: 317-787-3863, jak1948@sbcglobal.net.

March 13

St. Matthew School Gymnasium, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Fish Fry, all-you-can-eat breaded fish dinners, $8 per person, breaded and grilled shrimp, cheese pizza, clam chowder, fettuccine alfredo, macaroni and cheese available à la carte, 5-7:30 p.m. Information: 317-257-4297, spines@saintmatt.org.

St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 316 N. Sherwood, Clarksville. Fish Fry, 5-7:30 p.m., baked fish, fried fish, oysters, shrimp, adults $9-11, children $3-$7. Information: 812-282-2290.

March 14

Right-of-way outside Planned Parenthood abortion center, 8590 Georgetown Road, Indianapolis. 40 Days for Life Mid-point Rally, noon-1 p.m. Information: 317-372-0040, idipsumsapere@att.net.

March 16

St. Mark Parish Cenacle House, 6118 Smock St., Indianapolis. Caregiver Support Group, sponsored by Catholic Charities, 5: 30-7 p.m. Information: Monica Woodsworth, 317-261-3378, mwoodsworth@archindy.org .

March 19

St. Joseph Parish, 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. Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-574-8898 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.

March 20

St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 316 N. Sherwood, Clarksville. Fish Fry, 5-7:30 p.m., baked fish, fried fish, oysters, shrimp, adults $9-11, children $3-$7. Information: 812-282-2290.

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

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

March 21

Indiana Convention Center, Sagamore Ballroom, 100 S. Capital Ave., Indianapolis. Indiana Catholic Women’s Conference, sponsored by Marian Center of Indianapolis, Franciscan Father Pio Francesco Mandato, Gina Bauer, Annie Karto and Msgr. Joseph Schaedel speaking, 8 a.m. registration, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. conference, includes lunch, vendors, opportunity for Mass, reconciliation, adoration, Benediction, $50 per person or $45 per person for groups of 10 or more through March 9, $5 per person increase after March 10; students $25 and religious $15 regardless of registration date. For more information, to register online or to print a downloadable registration form, go to bit.ly/ICWC2020 (case sensitive).

March 22

Monastery Immaculate Conception, 802 E. 19th St., Ferdinand (Evansville Diocese), Sundaes with the Sisters. sponsored by the Sisters of St. Benedict, receive input on discernment, visit and meet with the sisters, 1-3 p.m. Information: vocations@thedome.org, 812-367-1411.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Leave the Light On, reconciliation available 9 a.m.-7 p.m., no appointment necessary. Information: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

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General Announcements

Catholic Sisters Week is March 8-14

Fifty-two weeks a year, women religious stand with the poor and immigrants, teach children, fight injustice, care for the sick, share spirituality, empower the weak, encourage care for creation, promote peace, foster community and offer hope.

Catholic Sisters Week, coordinated by Communicators for Women Religious, was established as part of Women’s History Month—celebrated in March since 2015—to acknowledge the contributions of women religious. This year the dates are March 8-14.

Some ideas of ways to honor a religious sister during this week include: sending a thank you card or letter; inviting a religious sister to lunch; visit a retired sister; send a donation to a religious congregation; volunteer time in honor of a religious sister.

More ideas, a toolkit and resources can be found at catholicsistersweek.org.

Women religious orders with a convent or monastery in the archdiocese include:

The Congregation of the Sisters of the Third Order of St. Francis in Oldenburg.
The Discalced Carmelite Nuns in Oldenburg.
The Discalced Carmelite Nuns of St. Joseph Monastery in Terre Haute.
The Sisters of St. Benedict of Our Lady of Grace Monastery in Beech Grove.
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods in St. Mary-of-the-Woods.

For a complete list and contact information of women religious orders and sisters serving or living in the archdiocese, go to bit.ly/WomenReligious.

Retrouvaille weekend for marriages in crisis is set for March 13-15

A Retrouvaille weekend for those whose marriage is in crisis is set for March 13-15 in Tipton, Ind. (Lafayette Diocese), with follow-up sessions in Indianapolis.

Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi with a long i) means “rediscovery.” A Retrouvaille weekend is not a spiritual retreat, sensitivity group, seminar or social gathering. Rather, it is a chance to rediscover yourself, your spouse and a loving relationship in your marriage. Tens of thousands of couples headed for divorce have successfully saved their marriages by attending the weekend and follow-up sessions.

To learn more about the program or to register, go to www.retrouvaille.org or www.HelpOurMarriage.com, email RetrouIndy@gmail.com or call 317-489-6811 for confidential registration information.

Fish fry and pizza dinner on March 6 will benefit Indianapolis inner-city youths

The Men’s Group of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Indianapolis will host a fish fry/pizza dinner in the school gym, 317 E. 57th St., in Indianapolis, from 5:30-8 p.m. on March 6 to benefit the students of

St. Anthony School, a Notre Dame ACE Academy for Indianapolis inner-city youths whose families face financial difficulties.

The Men’s Group has worked closely with the school for almost 20 years. This year’s event will offer drawings for prizes donated by local organizations and parishioners.

The suggested donation for the event is $8 per person or $30 per family. Beer and wine will also available. For more information, contact Matt Javit at mattjavit@gmail.com.

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Retreats and Programs

February 24

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, Cupertino Room, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Mondays at the Mount Scripture Study, 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., registration not required, free will offering. Information: www.mountsaintfrancis.org, 812-923-8817.

February 25

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Divine Wine and Art with Heart, presented by Hayley Mosson, 5:30 p.m. check-in, 6-9 p.m. program, $45 includes snacks, wine and painting supplies, limited to 20 attendees. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

February 26

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. From the Desert to the Garden: Keeping Watch with Jesus, Benedictine Sister Susan Marie Lindstrom presenting, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., $50 includes lunch. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

February 27

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Springtime Scripture, Thursdays through April 2, 6-7:30 p.m., Providence Sister Jan Craven and team presenting, freewill offering. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Lenten Series: Holy Women Visionaries for Today: Dorothy Day, presented by Anne Buening, first of four (March 5, 12, 19), 6:30-8 p.m., $15 per session, $55 for four. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

February 28-29

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Women’s Retreat: Siblings in Scripture and in Our Own Families, Judy Ribar presenting, 6:30 p.m. check-in Friday through conclusion of 5 p.m. Mass Saturday, $100 includes accommodations and two meals, registration required by Feb. 21. Information and registration: www.mountsaintfrancis.org/event-tickets, 812-923-8817.

February 28-March 1

Sisters of St. Benedict, 802 E. 10th St., Ferdinand. Come and See: Discover the Treasure, for high school girls, Fri. 7 p.m. through Sun. 7 p.m. Registration and information, www.thedome.org/events, vocation@thedome.org.

March 1

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Sundays at the Woods: Feasting on Forgiveness, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Providence Sister Connie Kramer presenting, freewill offering. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

March 1

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Lenten Movie Nights: The Two Popes, first of three (March 8 and 15), 5-5:30 p.m., light supper, 6-8:30 p.m. movie and discussion led by Father Jeffrey Godecker, $25 per movie or $65 for three nights. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

March 2

March 2-6

Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Proclaim the Word, Benedictine Father Vincent Tobin presenting, $465 single, $735 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

March 3

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality Series: Moderation, presented by Benedictine Sister Susan Nicole, first of four (March 10, 17, 31), 7-8:30 p.m., $90 for series, $25 per session. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

March 5

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Lenten Series: Holy Women Visionaries for Today: Catherine de Houck Doherty, presented by Christy Wesselman, second of four (March 12, 19), 6:30-8 p.m., $15 per session. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

March 5, March 6

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art to Lift your Spirit!, choose between 9:30 a.m. first Wednesday of the month or 6:30 p.m. first Thursday of the month, Providence Sister Rosemary Schmalz presenting, $30 membership fee to join group, $5 per session after. Contact Jeanne Frost, 812-535-2952 to request a brochure. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

March 6-8

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Community Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Healing from Sexual Abuse: A Retreat for Women Religious, Rachel Waltz and Providence Sisters Jan Craven, Paula Damiano and Marie McCarthy facilitating, Fri. 1 p.m.-Sun. 2 p.m., $250 per person includes meals and lodging, register by Feb. 20. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, jfrost@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. The Mystery of the Cross Lenten Retreat, facilitated by Benedictine Sister Carol Falkner and Patty Moore, prayer, silence, video presentations, discussion, 6:30 p.m. check-in Friday through 1 p.m. Sunday, $250 per person includes lodging and meals. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Silent Preached Lenten Weekend Retreat, led by Father Jeffrey Godecker, 7 p.m. Friday through conclusion of lunch Sunday, Mass available Saturday and Sunday, $200 per person (private room, shared bathroom), $400 per married couple (private room and bathroom), includes five meals and snacks. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

March 7

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Celebrating Our Struggles Writing Workshop, writing facilitator for Women Writing for (a) Change Kelly Richey presenting, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $45 includes lunch. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

March 7-8

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Soul Journey, art therapist Joan Zehnder presenting, 9 a.m. Saturday through 3 p.m. Sunday, $150 includes private room, three meals and materials, registration required by Feb. 28. Information and registration: www.mountsaintfrancis.org/event-tickets , 812-923-8817.

March 8

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Lenten Movie Nights: A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, second of three (March 15), 5-5:30 p.m., light supper, 6-8:30 p.m. movie and discussion led by Cheryl McSweeney and Hayley Mosson, $25 per movie. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org , www.archindy.org/fatima .

March 9

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 per day, includes breakfast and lunch, room to use throughout the day, access to common areas and grounds. Depending on availability, overnight stay costs additional $28, $9 cold plate dinner when available. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

March 10

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality Series: Conversion of Heart, presented by Benedictine Sister Cathy Anne Lepore, second of four (March 17, 31), 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes private room for the day and lunch, spiritual direction for additional fee of $30 (must be scheduled in advance). Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

March 12

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Lenten Series: Holy Women Visionaries for Today: Holy Cross Sister Madeleva Wolff, presented by Anne Buening, third of four (March 19), 6:30-8 p.m., $15 per session. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

March 13

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Painting with the Padre, paint with Franciscan Father Vince Peterson, doors open 6 p.m., 6:30-9 p.m., $40 includes all painting supplies and snacks, bring your own beverage. Information and registration: www.mountsaintfrancis.org/event-tickets, 812-923-8817.

March 13-15

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. A Weekend Retreat for Women, Judy Ribar presenting, 7 p.m. check-in Friday through noon Sunday, $175 includes private room, two meals and materials, limited to six attendees, registration required by March 6. Information and registration: www.mountsaintfrancis.org/event-tickets, 812-923-8817.

Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Together in Christ, for married couples, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

St. Joseph Retreat and Conference Center, 1440 W. Division Road, Tipton (Lafayette Diocese). Retrouvaille Weekend, for marriages in crisis, with six follow-up sessions at Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House in Indianapolis. Information and registration: www.retrouvaille.org, RetrouIndy@gmail.com, 317-489-6811.

Rachel’s Vineyard Healing Retreat, greater Bloomington area (exact location given upon registration), for women and men who have known regret, sorrow, guilt or shame after abortion, $175, scholarships available. Registration and information: www.archindy.org/humanlifeanddignity/past-abortion. For confidential help after an abortion, call 317-452-0054 or email projectrachel@archindy.org.

March 15

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Lenten Movie Night: Mary Magdalene, 5-5:30 p.m., light supper, 6-8:30 p.m. movie and discussion led by Father Keith Hosey, $25. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality Chapel, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Sabbath Rest at the Mount: Rediscovering Renewal and Delight in Our Lives, Prayer: Turning of the Heart, prayer, music, adoration, reflection and journaling, led by Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Peterson and Judy Ribar, noon-3 p.m., free will offering, no meals provided. Information: www.mountsaintfrancis.org , 812-923-8817.

March 16

March 17

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality Series: Obedience, presented by Benedictine Sister Kathleen Yeadon, third of four (March 31), 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

March 17-19

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

March 19

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Lenten Series: Holy Women Visionaries for Today: Mirabai Starr, presented by Christy Wesselman, 6:30-8 p.m., $15. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Memory Café, 2-4 p.m., third Thursday of the month, for those living with moderate dementia, caregivers and friends, Katie Harish presenting, freewill offering. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

March 20-22

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Lenten Weekend Retreat: “On the Way to the Tomb”, facilitated by Father James Farrell, 7 p.m. Friday through conclusion of lunch on Sunday, Saturday is a day of silence from rising until 6 p.m. dinner, Mass available each day, $200 per person (private room, shared bathroom), $400 per married couple (private room and bathroom), includes five meals and snacks. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

March 21

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Coffee with the Mystics, Providence Sister Jan Craven presenting, 10 a.m.-noon, $10, register by March 18. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

March 23

March 25

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Miracle of Healing: The Power of the Sacraments, led by Father Keith Hosey, 5:30-9 p.m., $40 includes light supper. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

March 24

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Coffee with the Mystics, Providence Sister Jan Craven presenting, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $10, register by March 21. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

March 26

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Miracle of Healing: The Power of the Sacraments, led by Father Keith Hosey, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., $45 includes continental breakfast, lunch and Mass. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

March 27-29

Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. “Living Monastic Values in Everyday Life,” Benedictine Brother Martin Erspamer presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

Providence Hall Community Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Retreat for Busy Moms, Providence Sisters Jan Craven and Paula Damiano presenting, 6:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday brunch at O’Shaughnessy Hall, $230 includes lodging and meals, $140 without lodging, register by March 12 with lodging, March 20 without. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

March 28

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Women’s Day: Women of Wisdom, Providence Sister Olga Wittekind keynote, Chris Bruns and Providence Sister Ann Vonder Meulen presenting, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., $50, 2 for $90, includes lunch. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

March 30

March 31

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality: Good Zeal, presented by Benedictine Sister Julie Sewell, 7-8:30 p.m., $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 2

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint

Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Springtime Scripture, 6-7:30 p.m., Providence Sister Jan Craven and team presenting, freewill offering. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

April 3-5

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

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Walking with Christ: Journeying through Holy Week as a Fragile Disciple, facilitated by Father Stephen Banet, presentations, reconciliation, adoration, Mass and Seder Meal, Friday 7 p.m. through Sunday lunch, day of silence Saturday, $200 per person (private room, shared bathroom), $400 per married couple (private room and bathroom), includes five meals and snacks. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Come and See Weekend, for women ages 18-42, Fri. 7 p.m.-Sun. 2 p.m. Register by March 31. Registration: www.comeandsee.sistersofprovidence.org. Information: Providence Sister Edith Ben, 812-230-4771, eben@spsmw.org.

April 6

Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Memory Café, third Thursday of the month, for those living with moderate dementia, caregivers and friends, 2-4 p.m., Katie Harish presenting, freewill offering. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

April 6-9

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Holy Week Days of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 per day, includes breakfast and lunch, room to use throughout the day, access to common areas and grounds. Depending on availability, overnight stay costs additional $28, $9 dinner when available. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima. Spiritual direction available for additional suggested donation, contact Georgene Beiriger, gbeiriger@archindy.org, 317-545-7681, ext. 105.

April 8-12

Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Easter Triduum: Three Days, One Easter, Benedictine Father Jeremy King presenting, $465 single, $735 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

April 9-12

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Triduum Retreat 2020, 4:30 p.m. check-in Thursday through 1 p.m. Sunday, $335 per person includes lodging and meals. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Holy Week Retreat, facilitated by Providence Sister Olga Wittekind, $350 includes accommodations, meals and spiritual direction. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

April 10

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Good Friday Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $40 include private room and lunch (spiritual direction not available).

Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 13

April 16

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Interfaith Pilgrimage, tour Hindu Temple of Central Indiana and Islamic Center of Indianapolis, 8 a.m-5:30 p.m., $70 includes lunch and transportation. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

April 17-19

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. The Wisdom of the Second Half of Life, for women over the age of 50, Judy Ribar presenting, 7 p.m. check-in Friday through noon Sunday, $175 includes private room, two meals and materials, limited to six attendees, registration required by April 10. Information and registration: www.mountsaintfrancis.org/event-tickets, 812-923-8817.

April 18

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Climate Change, Immigrants and Refugees: Realities, Connections, Possibilities, Charity Sister Caroljean Willie presenting, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $45 includes lunch. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

April 19

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality Chapel, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Sabbath Rest at the Mount: Rediscovering Renewal and Delight in Our Lives: Praying in Nature, prayer, music, adoration, reflection and journaling, led by Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Peterson and Judy Ribar, noon-3 p.m., free will offering, no meals provided. Information: www.mountsaintfrancis.org, 812-923-8817.

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Sundays at the Woods: Art in the Woods, view artwork by sisters and other artists, free will offering. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event .

April 20

April 24-26

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Choosing a Loving Relationship with God, Observations with C.S. Lewis, presented by Franciscan Brother Nick Wolfa, 6 p.m. check-in Friday through conclusion of 10 a.m. Mass Sunday, $225 includes copy of The Great Divorce: A Bible Study on the C.S. Lewis Book the Great Divorce, single room, four meals, registration required by April 10. Information and registration: www.mountsaintfrancis.org/event-tickets, 812-923-8817.

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