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Events

March 25

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Leave the Light On, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., priests available for sacrament of reconciliation, no appointment needed. Information: 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

Marian University, Marian Hall Chapel, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. Tenebrae Service, 8-9 p.m., readings, prayers, choral pieces. Information: 317-955-6000, jgarcia@marian.edu.

March 28

St. Joan of Arc Parish, 4217 Central Ave., Indianapolis. Cor Jesu: Holy Thursday Altar of Repose, 7-8 p.m., night of communal prayer, adoration, Benediction and fellowship, free. Information: megt2014@gmail.com.

Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Simple Soup and Bread Luncheon, 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m., fundraiser for Catholic Charities Crisis Office, $10, online registration preferred by March 22, but walk-ins welcome. Information, registration: 317-236-1411, cbush@archindy.org, tinyurl.com/ccsoupbread24.

March 29

Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Way of the Cross, noon. Information: 317-784-4439, catholiccemeteries.cc.

Our Lady of Peace Cemetery and Mausoleum, 9001 Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. Way of the Cross, noon. Information: 317-574-8898, catholiccemeteries.cc.

Sisters of Providence, 1 Providence Pl., Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Way of Cross for Justice, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

American Legion Mall, 500-600 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. 86th Annual Indiana Knights of Columbus Way of the Cross, noon, led by Archbishop Charles C. Thompson, assemble on the mall on North Street between Meridian and Pennsylvania streets, free. Information: 317–258–7740, cic@indianakofcc.org.

March 31

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Pinoy Filipino Easter Salubong Celebration, 1 p.m. Mass in Tagalog, 2:30 p.m. reception in cathedral rectory, traditional Filipino food lunch $20. Information: tinyurl.com/pinoyinfo24, 317-201-0196, mariasolito@yahoo.com. Food preorder link: tinyurl.com/pinoyfoodorder24.

April 2-18

St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities Virtual Auction, items include bourbon basket, kids’ electronics basket, wine classes, tickets to experiences in Indiana and Kentucky and more, silent auction items available for general bidding from April 2-18, premium items from April 11-18. Auction site: bidpal.net/stegala2024.

April 5

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, 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 6 p.m. followed by adoration until 9 p.m., sacrament of reconciliation available. Information: 317-750-7309, msross1@hotmail.com.

St. John Paul II Church, 2253 St. Joe Road W., Sellersburg. First Friday Devotion, 11:40 a.m., litany, consecration to the Sacred Heart, Divine Mercy Chaplet followed by noon Mass. Information: 812-246-2512.

April 6

St. John Paul II Church, 2253 St. Joe Road W., Sellersburg. First Saturday Devotion, 8 a.m., rosary, litany, consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, confession 8-8:30 a.m. followed by 8:30 a.m. Mass. Information: 812-246-2512.

April 7

Monthly Prayer with Sisters of Providence: “Prayer on Spring,” for single Catholic women ages 18-42, via Zoom, 7-7:45 p.m., seventh day of each month. Information, registration: Events.SistersofProvidence.org, 361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org.

April 9

Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Taizé Prayer at the Woods, 7-8 p.m., silent and spoken prayers, simple music, silence, virtual option available. Information: Taize.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952.

April 17

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

April 18

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

The Galt House, 140 N. Fourth St., Louisville. St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities Giving Hope ~ Changing Lives Annual Gala, 5:30-9 p.m., doors open 5:30 p.m., dinner served 7 p.m., client testimonials, videos, live auction, free, register by April 3. Information, registration: 812-949-7305, CReid@steCharities.org.

April 19-21

Theater at the Fort, 8920 Otis Ave., Indianapolis. Alice in Wonderland, Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sat. 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m., performed by Agape Theater Company youth actors, tickets $5-$15. Information, tickets: 317-450-5171, info@agapetheatercompany.com, tinyurl.com/agape-alice24.

April 20

Sidewalk Advocates for Life training, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., location and other details given by phone, $10 for materials, trainees must be available to volunteer as sidewalk advocate or prayer partner at Planned Parenthood facility at 8590 Georgetown Road in Indianapolis during normal business hours Mon.-Fri., register by April 11. Information, registration: Sheryl Dye, smdye1@gmail.com, 317-407-6881.

Sisters of Providence White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Earth Day Festival, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., nature shows, kids’ activities, craft demonstrations, exhibits, tours of the organic gardens and horse barns, bake sale, free admission, donations accepted. Information: 812-535-2932, wvc@spsmw.org, WhiteViolet.org.

Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Youth Volunteer Day, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., ages 12-18, assist residents in attending Earth Day Festival at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Information, registration: teenvolunteer.sistersofprovidence.org, jluna@spsmw.org, 361-500-9505.

April 20-21

Project Joseph Healing Retreat, post-abortive healing retreat for men, Bloomington area (location given upon registering). Information, registration: dlbangs1@gmail.com, 765-860-6006, projectjosephmidwest.org.

April 21

Crane Bay Event Center, 551 Merrill St., Indianapolis. Light in the City Annual Dinner, benefitting Lumen Christi Catholic School, 4-9 p.m., 4 p.m. cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, silent auction viewing and bidding, 6 p.m. dinner, 6:45 p.m. program, 7:45 p.m. silent auction closes, 8:25 p.m. silent auction checkout, $125 per person, $1,000 table of eight, register by April 14. Information, registration: lumenchristi.home.qtego.us, 317-632-3174.

April 25

St. Joan of Arc Parish, 4217 Central Ave., Indianapolis. Cor Jesu, 7-8 p.m., night of communal prayer, adoration, Benediction and fellowship, free. Information: megt2014@gmail.com.

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General Announcements 

Retreat centers in archdiocese offering special events related to April 8 total eclipse

Two retreat centers in the archdiocese will offer special events related to the April 8 solar eclipse in Indiana.

A presentation titled “Total Eclipse of the Herd: An Alpaca Encounter” will take place in the alpaca barn at the Sisters of Providence White Violet Center for Eco-Justice at 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, in St. Mary-of-the-Woods, from 1-4 p.m. on April 7. Ministry outreach and animal care manager Tara Elmore, along with other White Violet Center staff, will explain how alpacas and chickens might react the next day during the eclipse. Participants will have an opportunity to get up close to the animals.

The event is $6. To register, go to tinyurl.com/svceclipse24 or contact the White Violet Center for more information at 812-535-2932 or by e-mail at wvc@spsmw.org.

On April 8, a free solar eclipse event will be held at the Oldenburg Franciscan Center at 22143 Main St. in Oldenburg from 2-4 p.m. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Oldenburg is in the line of totality for the celestial event. The eclipse will begin at

1:51 p.m. in Oldenburg, with totality occurring from 3:07-3:10 p.m.

A $5 freewill donation is requested for solar glasses. Pay cash at the event or pay in advance via PayPal at tinyurl.com/OFCeclipse24.

For more information, contact Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind at 812-933-6437.

 

Day of reflection for people challenged with ‘letting go’ set for April 15 in Indianapolis

A day of reflection called “Flourishing in Seasons of Surrender” will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., in Indianapolis, from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. on April 15.

Life is full of seasons of surrender—times of transition, moving away from something familiar and comfortable into a space of unfamiliarity and discomfort. These times of “letting go” can sometimes be intentional, but often uncontrolled circumstances impose this space of surrender upon us, and we must yield to what is happening around us, to us and within us.

Teresa Venatta, an experienced spiritual director, will guide participants through this day as they explore how these seasons can be times of discovery—of themselves, others and God—that lead them to real growth and intimacy with God. Venatta also serves as archdiocesan discernment companion, connecting seekers with spiritual directors and coordinating the archdiocese’s registry of spiritual directors in providing both community and continuing formation.

The cost for the day of reflection is $45, which includes Mass and lunch.

For more information or to register, go to ftm.retreatportal.com/events, call 317-545-7681 or e-mail lcoons@archindy.org.

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Retreats and Programs

March 22-24

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Ponder and Proclaim! A Lenten Weekend Retreat, 6 p.m. Fri.-noon Sun., Father Jim Farrell and Deacon Richard Wagner presenting, $220, includes accommodations, program materials, breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday. Registration: archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

March 26, 27, 28

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Holy Week Days of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $45 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $32 per night, dinner additional $11 per meal. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

March 27-31

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Living the Liturgy of the Triduum, Benedictine Father Jeremy King presenting, $465 single, $735 double, commuter $200. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 28-31

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Triduum Retreat, 4:30 p.m. Thur.-1 p.m. Sun., $375, includes meals and accommodations. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Easter Triduum Retreat, 6 p.m. Thurs.-8 a.m. Sun., Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate facilitating, $50.70 per adult, children free, includes lunch and dinner on Sat., overnight accommodations additional cost, call for details. Information, registration: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, motheroftheredeemer.com.

March 29

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grov. Good Friday Day of Silence, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes private room for the day and lunch. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

April 3

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, in person or via Zoom, 2-3 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

April 5

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. A Day of Quiet Renewal, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $20, $80 with spiritual direction. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

April 6

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Holy Boldness: Women Who Have Encountered Jesus, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Catholic author and storyteller Sandra Hartlieb presenting, $75, includes lunch. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Creativity is a Form of Prayer: Cardmaking, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Kathleen Branham presenting, $50 materials and lunch included. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

April 10

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 available for additional $30, must be scheduled in advance. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

April 12-14

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Forgiving as We Have Been Forgiven, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 16

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Flourishing in Seasons of Surrender: Day of Reflection, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Teresa Venatta presenting, $45, includes Mass and lunch. Registration: archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

April 22-26

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Priests Retreat: The Gospel of Mark—Lessons in Rejection, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $465 single, $200 commuter. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 23

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $45, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $32, dinner additional $11. Registration: archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

April 26-28

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Tobit Marriage Preparation Weekend, 7 p.m. Fri.-11:45 a.m. Sun., $298 per couple, includes separate rooms, meals and materials. Information, registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

April 27

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. E.A.R.T.H. (Energy Awareness for Rual Towns and Homes), 9:30-11:30 a.m. p.m., Franciscan Sister Claire Whalen, Peter Schubert and Kathryn Lisinicchia presenting, $30. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

May 1

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, in person or via Zoom, 2-3 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

May 3

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. A Day of Quiet Renewal, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $20, $80 with spiritual direction. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

May 3-5

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Young Adult Retreat, 5 p.m. Fri. (vespers)-1 p.m. Sun. (lunch), for young adults ages 18-39, quiet day of reflection with spiritual direction available, includes overnight accommodations and meals, $50 single room. Registration: 812-357-6501, yae@saintmeinrad.edu.

May 4

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Keep Your Lamps Trimmed & Burning, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, Jane Feliz Rush presenting, $55 single, $110 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

May 14

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 available for additional $30, must be scheduled in advance. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

May 17-19

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Benedictine Spirituality 101, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

May 21

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $45, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $32, dinner additional $11. Registration: archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

May 31-June 2

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Celebrate Marriage Getaway Weekend, 6 p.m. Fri.-noon Sun., for married couples, Celebrate Marriage founders Tom and Marcy Renken facilitators, includes meals, overnight accommodations, refreshments and snacks, $450 until May 17, $500 after May 17. Information, registration: archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

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