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The Coming Month
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.
Violet Center for Eco-Justice, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Total Eclipse of the Herd: An Alpaca Encounter, 1-4 p.m., talk on how alpacas and chickens might react during the upcoming eclipse, $6. Information, registration: 812-535-2932, wvc@spsmw.org, tinyurl.com/svceclipse24, 812-535-2932.
April 8
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Free Solar Eclipse Event, 2-4 p.m., $5 donation for solar glasses, snacks and drinks provided. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.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 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.
April 27
Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Faithful Citizens Rosary Walk, 10:45-11:45 a.m., meet in front of church. Information: holyrosary.prolife@gmail.com.
White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St., Indianapolis. St. Vincent de Paul Love Your Neighbor 5K Run/Walk, prices for one-three participants: 5K ages 23 and older $34 through April 26, $39 on site; ages 22 and younger $25; $5 discount per person when registering four or more. One-mile Fun Run: one-three participants: $24.99 through April 26, $29.99 on site;
$5 discount per person when registering four or more. Walk-ups welcome. Information, registration: 317-924-5769, ext. 238, dsweeney@svdpindy.org, svdpindy.org/neighbor.
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General Announcements
‘Hats Off to Spring’ luncheon and style show benefiting St. Augustine Home is set for May 1; register by April 19
“Hats off to Spring,” a luncheon and style show benefiting the Little Sisters of the Poor’s St. Augustine Home for the Aged in Indianapolis, will be held at the Ritz Charles, 12156 N. Meridian St., in Carmel, Ind., from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on May 1.
The event, sponsored by the St. Augustine Home Guild, starts with a social hour with complimentary mimosas and shopping opportunities with local vendors who are donating 20% of their proceeds. There will also be a 50/50 raffle and a “Golden Ticket” raffle for a dinner for 10 with wine pairings, to be hosted at the Lucas Estate in Carmel.
Terri Stacy of WIBC radio will serve as emcee, and the fashion show will feature guild members wearing the latest styles from the Secret Ingredient of Indianapolis.
Hats Off to Spring is one of the primary fundraisers for the
St. Augustine Home, a charitable ministry of the Little Sisters of the Poor serving elderly people of limited means throughout the state. Continuing the work of their founder St. Jeanne Jugan, the Little Sisters’ mission is to offer the neediest elderly of every race and religion a home where they will be welcomed as Christ, cared for as family and accompanied with dignity until God calls them to himself.
The cost for the event, which typically draws more than 400 attendees, is $65, and registration is required by April 19.
For more information or to register, call 317-294-1955 or e-mail joannedyer@aol.com.
Project Joseph retreat for men grieving after abortion will be offered in Bloomington area on April 20-21
A Project Joseph post-abortion healing retreat for men will take place in the Bloomington area on April 20-21 from 9 a.m. on Saturday to 4 p.m. on Sunday. The location will be disclosed upon registration.
Designed specifically for men who struggle with the emotional and spiritual pain of abortion, this retreat is a unique and effective process designed specifically to help men experience the mercy and compassion of God.
One study cited by the
U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops on men and their experiences with abortion (cutt.ly/USCCBAbortion) notes that “men tend to exert greater control over the expression of painful emotions, intellectualize grief and cope alone; are inclined to identify their primary role as a supporter for their partner, even after an abortion, and even if they opposed the decision; were more likely to experience feelings of despair long after the abortion than women; and are more at risk for experiencing chronic grief.”
A second study quoted on the same site reports that 40% of the men surveyed “experienced chronic
post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms, occurring on average 15 years after the abortion.” The men also reported experiencing grief and sadness, guilt, anger, isolation, anxiety, sexual issues and helplessness.
Project Joseph offers a supportive, confidential and non-judgmental environment where men can reconcile past abortion pain and begin the process of healing. Each retreat includes a licensed therapist and a deacon familiar with post-abortion ministry. A priest offers Mass and the opportunity for confession. Many team members have also lived this experience, understand this pain and will be available to affirm and support attendees throughout the event.
For more information or to register for this retreat, contact David Bangs at dlbangs1@gmail.com or 765-860-6006. Inquiries, registration and participation are strictly confidential.
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Retreats and Programs
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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