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The Coming Month

September 24-October 31

23rd Annual Cardinal Classic VIRTUAL Golf Outing, choose day and golf course, $15, sponsorships start at $50, golfers eligible for prizes, registration and payment due by Oct. 30, benefits Seton Catholic Athletic Boosters, Richmond. Registration, information: setonschools.org/cardinal-classic-golf-outing. Questions: 765-965-6956, mleverton@setoncatholics.org.

September 25

Mount St. Francis, 101 Saint Anthony Blvd., Mt. St. Francis. Chik N’ Fish To-Go Dinners, fried chicken or fish, mashed potatoes, green beans, coleslaw, roll, homemade dessert, $13, order by 5 p.m. Thursday for Friday 4-6 p.m. pick-up. Order at mountsaintfrancis.org/dinners or 812-923-8817.

September 26

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Faithful Citizens Rosary Walk after 10 a.m. Mass, recitation of rosary and Divine Mercy chaplet through Fletcher Place neighborhood. Information: holyrosary.prolife@gmail.com.

Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence Way, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. “Racial Wealth and Income Gap Experience,” 9 a.m.-noon, Providence Sister Emily TeKolste facilitator, 10 in-person slots available or attend online, free-will donation. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

Plainfield Police Department 1075 W. Main St., Plainfield. Rosary for Peace and Police, noon. Information: Linda Kile, linda@goangels.org.

September 28

The Villages of Indiana online, Foster Parenting Virtual Information Night, 6-8 p.m., for those interested in becoming a foster parent, no fee. For more information or to register call The Villages at 800-874-6880 or visit www.villageskids.org.

September 30

Natural Disasters in a COVID World Webinar, 10-11 a.m., managing  disaster relief during COVID. Information: Theresa Chamblee, tchamblee@archindy.org or 317-236-1404.

October 1

“Renew the Family, Heal the World” virtual conference, sponsored by National Association of Catholic Family Life Ministers, 12:30 p.m.- 4 p.m., for parents, individuals, and parish leaders, $25. Registration and information: nacflm.org/nacflm-conference-2020.

October 2

Women’s Care Center, 4901 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. First Friday Mass, 5 p.m., 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: 317-750-7309, msross1@hotmail.com.

Mount St. Francis, 101 Saint Anthony Blvd., Mt. St. Francis. Chik N’ Fish To-Go Dinners, fried chicken or fish, mashed potatoes, green beans, coleslaw, roll, homemade dessert, $13, order by 5 p.m. Thursday for Friday 4-6 p.m. pick-up. Order at mountsaintfrancis.org/dinners or 812-923-8817.

October 2-3

St. Malachy School, 9833 E. County Road 750 N, Brownsburg. St. Malachy 8th Grade Garage Sale Fundraiser, early bird entry Fri. 8-10 p.m., $5, Sat. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., free, cash sales only, masks required. Information: 317-513-9691 or email kstug10@gmail.com. 

October 3

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

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.

October 4

Holy Family Parish, 3027 Pearl St., Oldenburg. Annual Holy Family Fall Festival, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., drive-thru chicken dinners, livers and gizzards, noodles, gravy, slaw, raffles, parish parking lot entry from Water St. Information: 812-934-3013.

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Respect Life Sunday Mass, 10:30 a.m., Archbishop Charles C. Thompson presiding. Also available online at www.ssppc.org/streaming.

October 5

Beyond Secular Politics Webinar, 12-1 p.m., sponsored by Indiana Catholic Conference (ICC), based on United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ “Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship,” presented by ICC executive director Angela Espada and associate director Alexander Mingus. Registration: indianacc.org/events/event-one-clyp2. Information: icc@archindy.org or 317 236-1455.

October 7

MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5 p.m., Catholic, educational, charitable and social singles—separated, widowed or divorced—age 50 and older, new members welcome, also call about regular Friday night dinner events. Information:  317-796-8605 or 317-243-0777.

Beyond Secular Politics Webinar, 5:30-6:30 p.m., sponsored by Indiana Catholic Conference (ICC), based on United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ “Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship,” presented by ICC executive director Angela Espada and associate director Alexander Mingus. Registration: indianacc.org/events/event-one-clyp2. Information: icc@archindy.org or 317 236-1455.

October 9

Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. “Passion and Prayer” Christ-centered marriage enrichment conference: “Created in God’s Image,” 7-9 p.m., Father Mike Keucher presenter, space limited to 20 couples, $20 per couple. Information: Tom and Marcy Renken, olgmarriageministry@gmail.com or 317-488-1557.

Mount St. Francis, 101 Saint Anthony Blvd., Mt. St. Francis. Chik N’ Fish To-Go Dinners, fried chicken or fish, mashed potatoes, green beans, coleslaw, roll, homemade dessert, $13, order by 5 p.m. Thursday for Friday 4-6 p.m. pick-up. Order at mountsaintfrancis.org/dinners or 812-923-8817.

October 9-10

Planned Parenthood, 8590 Georgetown Road, Indianapolis. Knights of Columbus Rosary Vigil for Life, Fri. 7 p.m.-Sat. 7 a.m. Information: Larry Kunkel at life@indianakofc.org.

October 10

Beyond Secular Politics Webinar, 10-11 a.m., sponsored by Indiana Catholic Conference (ICC), based on United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ “Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship,” presented by ICC executive director Angela Espada and associate director Alexander Mingus. Registration: indianacc.org/events/event-one-clyp2. Information: icc@archindy.org or 317 236-1455.

St. Thomas More Parish, 1200 N. Indiana St., Mooresville. Drive-Thru Applefest, noon-7 p.m., pulled pork dinner with apple pie slice $10, kids hot dog meal $5, car wash $7, 50/50 raffle tickets $20 for $500-$2,500 prize, advanced ticket purchase encouraged for dinners and 50/50, covid measures followed, visitors must stay in vehicle. Information: 317-831-4142 or info@stm-church.org.

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 5333 E. Washington Street, Indianapolis. Fall Festival, 6-9 p.m., raffle, silent auction, shot clinic, live music by Off the Hook, food, drinks. Information: ollindy.org/festival, 317-356-7291 or jfleak@ollindy.org.

October 11

St. Nicholas Parish, 6461 E. St. Nicholas Drive, Sunman. Drive-Thru Chicken Dinner/Turtle Soup, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., chicken dinner $10, turtle soup $5/quart, $20/gallon, whole and half chickens available, outside shaded dinner seating on campus. Information: 812-623-2964 or communications@stnicholas-sunman.org.

October 13

Sisters of Providence virtual “Act justly, Love tenderly, Walk humbly” Monthly Taizé Prayer Service, 7-8 p.m., silent and spoken prayers, simple music, silence. Link: cutt.ly/Taize. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

October 15

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.

October 16

Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. “Passion and Prayer” Christ-centered marriage enrichment conference: “Sacramental Marriage,” 7-9 p.m., Msgr. Mark Svarczkopf presenter, space limited to 20 couples, $20 per couple. Information: Tom and Marcy Renken, olgmarriageministry@gmail.com or 317-489-1557.

Mount St. Francis, 101 Saint Anthony Blvd., Mt. St. Francis. Chik N’ Fish To-Go Dinners, fried chicken or fish, mashed potatoes, green beans, coleslaw, roll, homemade dessert, $13, order by 5 p.m. Thursday for Friday 4-6 p.m. pick-up. Order at mountsaintfrancis.org/dinners or 812-923-8817.

October 21

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

October 23

Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. “Passion and Prayer” Christ-centered marriage enrichment conference: “Spirituality in Marriage,” 7-9 p.m., Father Todd Goodson presenter, space limited to 20 couples, $20 per couple. Information: Tom and Marcy Renken, olgmarriageministry@gmail.com or 317-489-1557.

October 24

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Faithful Citizens Rosary Walk after 10 a.m. Mass, recitation of rosary and Divine Mercy chaplet through Fletcher Place neighborhood. Information: holyrosary.prolife@gmail.com.

Mount St. Francis, 101 Saint Anthony Blvd., Mt. St. Francis. Chik N’ Fish To-Go Dinners, fried chicken or fish, mashed potatoes, green beans, coleslaw, roll, homemade dessert, $13, order by 5 p.m. Thursday for Friday 4-6 p.m. pick-up. Order at mountsaintfrancis.org/dinners or 812-923-8817.

October 30

Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. “Passion and Prayer” Christ-centered marriage enrichment conference: “Covenant,” 7-9 p.m., Fletcher and Olivia Kitchell presenters, space limited to 20 couples, $20 per couple. Information: Tom and Marcy Renken, olgmarriageministry@gmail.com or 317-489-1557.

Mount St. Francis, 101 Saint Anthony Blvd., Mt. St. Francis. Chik N’ Fish To-Go Dinners, fried chicken or fish, mashed potatoes, green beans, coleslaw, roll, homemade dessert, $13, order by 5 p.m. Thursday for Friday 4-6 p.m. pick-up. Order at mountsaintfrancis.org/dinners or 812-923-8817.

October 31

St. Bartholomew Parish, 1306 27th St., Columbus. Polidor 5K Run/Walk, 8:30-10:30 a.m., supporting adult literacy in Haiti, $25, walk-ups welcome. Information: 812-378-0697 or saleeb9287@att.net. Register: cutt.ly/Polidor5K.

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General Announcements 

Archbishop to celebrate Red Mass for legal professionals on Oct. 6

Archbishop Charles C. Thompson will celebrate the annual Red Mass for all who work in the legal profession at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., in Indianapolis, at 5:30 p.m. on Oct. 6.

The Red Mass is open to the public, and lawyers, judges and law students are particularly invited. It is hosted by the Saint Thomas More Society Central Indiana, an organization of Catholic lawyers, judges and law students.

The Red Mass is an ancient tradition, named for the red vestments of the celebrants as they invoke the Holy Spirit’s guidance to lawyers and judges. In the United States, it is celebrated to mark the opening of the Supreme Court’s annual term.

At the end of the Mass, Archbishop Thompson will present the Person for All Seasons Award to James Lauck, a partner at Kroger, Gardis and Regas. The award is given in honor of

St. Thomas More, the patron saint of lawyers, and recognizes leaders in the legal community for their outstanding example of service and ethical conduct.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there will be no dinner or reception after Mass. Social distancing and face masks will be required during the liturgy.

For more information, contact David Certo, president of the Saint Thomas More Society Central Indiana, at stthomasmoreindy@gmail.com.

 

Sisters of Providence to host virtual Come and See retreat on Oct. 23-24

A virtual “Come and See” retreat will be offered by the Sisters of Providence from 7 p.m. on Oct. 23 through 2 p.m. on Oct. 24.

Facilitated by Sisters of Providence vocations director Sister Joni Luna, the retreat is open to single, Catholic women ages 18-42. It will offer retreatants a chance to learn more about the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods and foundress St. Mother Theodore Guérin. They will meet sisters and hear how the congregation lives out love, mercy and justice.

For more information or to sign up, go to ComeandSee.SistersofProvidence.org, call Sister Joni at 361-500-9505 or e-mail jluna@spsmw.org.

 

Our Lady of the Greenwood to offer marriage enrichment conference on Fridays in October

“Passion and Prayer,” a series of Christ-centered marriage enrichment conferences, will be offered both at Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, 335 S. Meridian St., in Greenwood, and also online at facebook.com/OurLadyGreenwood from 7-9 p.m. on Oct. 9, 16, 23 and 30.

Sponsored by Our Lady of the Greenwood’s Celebrate Marriage Ministry, each night of the conference will feature a topic on marriage along with group discussion.

The topics and speakers are as follows:

• Oct. 9, Father Mike Keucher, “Created in God’s Image.”
• Oct. 16, Msgr. Mark Svarczkopf, “Sacramental Marriage.”
• Oct. 23, Father Todd Goodson, “Spirituality in Marriage.”
• Oct. 30, Fletcher and Olivia Kitchell. “Covenant.”

For those attending in person, the cost for all four nights is $20 per couple, and in-person attendance is limited to 20 couples. Those participating virtually are asked to make a donation. Whether attending in person or online, registration is required at celebratemarriageministry.com.

For more information, contact Tom and Marcy Renken at 317-489-1557 or e-mail olgmarriageministry@gmail.com.

 

National Association of Catholic Family Life Ministers to host online conference on Oct. 1

The National Association of Catholic Family Life Ministers (NACFLM) is sponsoring a virtual conference titled “Renew the Family, Heal the World” from 12:30-4 p.m. on Oct. 1.

NACFLM is an organization of diocesan and parish family life ministers, allied organizations, families and individuals that aims to be a prophetic voice for families in the Church and in society, foster professional development, and provide mutual support for those who minister with families.

Keynote speakers for the conference include Dr. Mary Healy, professor of Scripture at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit; Los Angeles Archbishop José H. Gomez; and EWTN radio’s “Morning Glory” host Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers.

The conference will include apostolate roundtables, a virtual exhibit hall, section breakouts and professional networking.

Registration is $25. For more information or to register, go to nacflm.org/nacflm-conference-2020 or call 937-431-5443.

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Retreats and Programs

September 25-27

Worldwide Marriage Encounter virtual retreat, $75 application fee ($19 until Sept. 29 with coupon code COVID19). Information and registration: wwme.org/Online-Marriage-Enrichments or 937-886-5196.

September 26-27

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. You Are Not Alone Retreat: A Weekend of Hope and Healing for survivors of suicide loss, led by Christine Turo-Shields LCSW, Father Jim Farrell, Providence Sister Connie Kramer and loss survivors Lisa Thibault and Judy Proctor, Sat. 1-8 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., includes program, meals, snacks, guest room to use during the program, $25 individuals, $50 married couples, optional overnight accommodations for additional fee. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

October 1, 8, 15, 22

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Me Too: From Shame to Survivor, 7-9 p.m., Rachel Waltz presenting, $60. Due to the sensitivity of this topic, participants are asked to commit to all four sessions. Registration:  www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs.  Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org,  317-788-7581.

October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12

Life-Giving Wounds online retreat, 8-9:30 p.m., young adult children of divorced or separated parents ages 18 and older, $75 early bird price; $100 (after Sept. 20); college students $50, includes retreat guide and journal (shipping fee added at checkout). Registration: lifegivingwounds.org/onlineretreat.

October 2-4

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St Anthony Drive, Mt. St. Francis. Celebrating St. Francis, Fri. 7 p.m.-Sun. 11 a.m., for any adult interested in developing a deeper understanding of Franciscan Spirituality, includes presentations, discussions, prayer, daily Mass, opportunities for confession, private room for two nights with four meals  $215, commuters with four meals $125, online through Zoom $75. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org or call 812-923-8817.

October 6

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., includes private room for the day and lunch, $40, 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.

October 6-8

Worldwide Marriage Encounter virtual retreat, hours TBA, $75 application fee ($19 until Sept. 29 with coupon code COVID19). Information and registration: wwme.org/Online-Marriage-Enrichments or 937-886-5196.

October 10, 11, 17

Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. One in Christ marriage preparation program, Oct. 10 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Oct. 11 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Oct. 17 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., all sessions required, $220. Registration and information: oicindy.com.

October 16-17

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St Anthony Drive, Mt. St. Francis. A Weekend of Peace, Fri. 7 p.m.-Sat. 5:30 p.m., facilitated by associate director Judy Ribar, private room for one night, two meals, all materials, $125. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org, 812-923-8817.

October 20-22

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St Anthony Drive, Mt. St. Francis. The Voice of God in Creation, Tue. 7 p.m.-Thur. 7 p.m., Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen facilitating, includes liturgies, group sessions, individual direction, quiet prayer, private room for two nights, six meals and all materials, $235. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org, 812-923-8817.

October 23-25

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St Anthony Drive, Mt. St. Francis. Faith in Times of Uncertainty, Men’s Retreat Fri. 7 p.m.-Sun. 11:30 a.m., Conventual Father Vincent Petersen facilitatingr, private room for two nights, four meals, $215; commuters with four meals, $125; online through Zoom, $75. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org, 812-923-8817.

October 24

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. SoulCollage®, 7-9 p.m., presented by Lisa Heckaman and Lisa Hess, includes lunch and materials, $110. Registration:  www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs.  Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org,  317-788-7581.

October 29

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.–4 p.m., self-directed retreat, includes a room to use for the day, continental breakfast, Mass, lunch and the use of the common areas and grounds, $35. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

October 31

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St Anthony Drive, Mt. St. Francis. The Wisdom of the Second Half of Life, 8:30 a.m.-noon, associate director Judy Ribar facilitating, ages 50 and older, presentations, $30, donation requested for online participants. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org, 812-923-8817.

November 4

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., includes private room for the day and lunch, $40, 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

November 7

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove, Breaking Free: Coping with Anxiety, 9 a.m.-noon, presented by Rachel Waltz, $40. Registration:  www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs.  Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org,  317-788-7581.

November 8

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St Anthony Drive, Mt. St. Francis. Woman to Woman Recovery Retreat for women in AA or Al-Anon. Will include speakers, meetings, panels, yoga, drumming. Information: 812-923-8817.

November 13-15

Worldwide Marriage Encounter virtual retreat, hours TBA, $75 application fee ($19 until Sept. 29 with coupon code COVID19). Information and registration: wwme.org/Online-Marriage-Enrichments or 937-886-5196.

November 21

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 West State Road 48, Bloomington. Pre-Cana Marriage Preparation Retreat, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., social distanced, masks required, includes materials, morning coffee and a boxed lunch, $135 per couple plus $7 online processing fee. Registration and information: archindy.org/precana, alasher@archindy.org or 317-592-4007

November 23

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.–4 p.m., self-directed retreat, includes a room to use for the day, continental breakfast, Mass, lunch and the use of the common areas and grounds, $35. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

December 1

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Waiting in Joyful Hope, 6-8:30 p.m., presented by Benedictine Sister Jennifer Mechtild Horner, includes dinner, $45. Registration:  www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs.  Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

December 5

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Shop Inn-spired Annual Christmas Sale and Open House, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

December 8

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., includes private room for the day and lunch, $40, 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.

December 12

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Sunday Advent Scripture Readings: How They speak to Us, 9-11:30 a.m., presented by Father Jeff Godecker, $35. Registration:  www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs.  Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org,  317-788-7581.

December 15-18

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent Days of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., includes breakfast and lunch, room to use throughout the day, access to common areas and grounds, $35 per day, 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.

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