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The Coming Month

October 18-31

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

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 presenting, space limited to 20 couples, $20 per couple option for online participation with donation at facebook.com/OurLadyGreenwood, registration required either way. Registration, information: Tom and Marcy Renken, olgmarriageministry@gmail.com or 317-489-1557.

Mount St. Francis, 101 St. 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.

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 East 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange “Being raised Catholic: Persevering through COVID and Crisis,” 7 a.m., Denney Sponsel, CEO and owner of RJE Business Interiors presenting, Mass, buffet breakfast and program., $15 members/$21 non-members. Information and registration: catholicbusinessexchange.org.

October 16-23

St. Vincent de Paul Society of Indianapolis “Struttin’ Our Stuff” virtual silent auction, more than 150 items. Registration, information and option to donate available starting Oct. 10 at www.svdpindy.org/fashion. Questions: Jenny Matthews, 317-289-3324 or jmattbogey@gmail.com; Mary Ann Klein, 317-796-6325 or Klein.jm@yahoo.com.

October 20

Immigration Virtual Roundtable series: “Unaccompanied Minors,” third of four stand-alone sessions (Oct. 27), sponsored by archdiocese’s Catholic Charities-Social Concerns, 7-8 p.m., understanding their journey, information on resource reunifying families; free, registration required. Registration, information: immigration.eventbrite.com, sreising@archindy.org or 317-236-2457.

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 presenting, space limited to 20 couples, $20 per couple option for online participation with donation at facebook.com/OurLadyGreenwood, registration required either way. Registration, 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 St. 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 27

Immigration Virtual Roundtable series: “Immigrant Resources” (offered in English and Spanish) fourth of four stand-alone sessions, sponsored by archdiocese’s Catholic Charities-Social Concerns, 7-8 p.m., resources available in Indianapolis, ways to volunteer; free, registration required. Registration, information: immigration.eventbrite.com, sreising@archindy.org or 317-236-2457.

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 St. 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.

Knights of Columbus-Our Lady of Fatima Council, 1040 N. Post Road, Indianapolis, and Knights of Columbus-St. Pius Council, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Beatification of Knights of Columbus founder Father Michael McGivney Livestream Event, 11 a.m., all invited, mask required, social distancing observed, free. Information: Christopher Love, chris.love3228@gmail.com for Post Road location, or Eric Smith, smithed16@earthlink.net for 71st St. location.

November 1-3

Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ Church, 7335 Southeastern Ave., Indianapolis. Forty Hours Devotion, Sun. noon-10 p.m., Mon. 6 a.m.-10 p.m., Tues. 6 a.m.-8 p.m., eucharistic adoration for feasts of All Saints and All Souls and on election day. Information: nativityindy.org/adoration, 317-357-1200.

November 1

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 7575 Holliday Drive E., Indianapolis. Soldiers for Peace Rosary Walk, after 11:30 a.m. Mass, mask required. Information: Mary Ann Evans, soldiersforpeacerosary@gmail.com or 317-985-1950.

November 2

Our Lady of Peace Cemetery and Mausoleum, 9001 Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. All Souls Day Mass, noon. Information: 317-574-8898 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.

Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. All Souls Day Mass, noon. Information: 317-784-4439 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.

November 4

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.

November 6

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

November 7

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.

November 10

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.

November 18

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

November 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.

November 21

Annual Corrections Ministry Virtual Conference, “Forgiving with Grace,” sponsored by archdiocesan Corrections Ministry, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Jeanne Bishop, author of Grace from the Rubble and Change of Heart, speaker, time for questions, pre-recorded panel discussion of incarcerated offenders, free, registration required. Registration and information: archindy.org/corrections.

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General Announcements 

St. Vincent de Paul ‘Struttin’ Our Stuff’ virtual auction begins Oct. 16

The Indianapolis St. Vincent de Paul Society’s “Struttin’ Our Stuff” virtual auction will take place online beginning at 8 a.m. on Oct. 16 and ending at 10 p.m. on Oct. 23.

The event offers 150 unique items to bid on, as well as an option to make a donation.

All proceeds from the auction will be used to support Indianapolis St. Vincent de Paul Society’s programs, including its food pantry, distribution center and Changing Lives Forever program. The organization serves those in need regardless of religious affiliations, race or national origin.

The Society’s need for support has increased due to an upsurge in demand for its services from individuals and families caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

To learn more about the event or to register to bid, go to svdpindy.org/fashion, contact Jenny Matthews at 317-289-3324 or jmattboegy@gmail.com, or Mary Ann Klein at 317-796-6325 or klein.jm@yahoo.com.

For more information about the Indianapolis St. Vincent de Paul Society, its programs, volunteer and material needs or how to receive help, go to www.svdpindy.org.

 

New See Life 2020 film launches online

See Life 2020, a new, free online film, has been produced and released for viewing on YouTube and other sites by Focus on the Family, a Christian ministry dedicated to helping families thrive.

The film exposes the lies and pain of abortion and celebrates the miraculous wonder of life. It includes powerful pro-life stories of hope, compelling Christian commentary, music and a 4D ultrasound of a baby, offering a window into the reality of life in the womb.

The free film can be seen at focusonthefamily.com/see-life or on YouTube at cutt.ly/seelife.

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Retreats and Programs

October 16-17

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St Anthony Dr., 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 Dr., 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 22

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Divine Wine and Art with Heart, 5-9 p.m., guided painting with prayer program, limit of 20 participants, $45 per person, includes wine, snacks and all painting supplies.  Registration cutt.ly/wineart or call: 317-545-7681.

October 23-25

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St Anthony Dr., 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 30

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Outdoor concert with The Hussey Brothers: The Dad Life Tour, dinner served 6-7 p.m., show starts 7 p.m., family friendly Halloween costumes welcome, tickets include grab and go picnic style dinner and concert, adults $15, children ages 3-11 $5, tickets for children ages 0-2 not required. Tickets: cutt.ly/hus-child-ticket (child) or cutt.ly/hus-adult-ticket (adult). Information: 317-545-7681.

October 31

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St Anthony Dr., 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 Dr., 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. 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, overnight stay (depending on availability) 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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