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The Coming Month

October 28

St. Joan of Arc Parish, 4217 Central Ave., Indianapolis. Understanding and Responding to Abortion Tourism in Post-Roe America, 7 p.m., organized by St. Joan of Arc Respect Life, president of Illinois Right-to-Life MaryKate Zander presenting, free. Information: 317-797-1098.

October 29

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Auditions for Oremus Youth Schola, 6-8 p.m., archdiocesan youth choir for 9th-12th grade singers eager to learn advance repertoire to sing for four liturgies and concerts at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, $50 participation fee. Information, sign-ups: tinyurl.com/oremus24, oremuschoir@gmail.com.

November 1

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.

November 1-2

St. Agnes Parish, 1008 McLary Road, Nashville. Christmas and Craft Bazaar, Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., crafts, Christmas décor and gifts, silent auction of gift baskets and trees, home-baked goods, youth group boutique, quilt raffle, free admission. Information: 812-988-2778, StAgnesNashville@gmail.com, StAgnesCatholicNashville.org.

November 2

SS. Francis and Clare of Assisi Parish, 5901 Olive Branch Road, Greenwood. Parish Evangelization Enrichment Day 9 a.m.-3 p.m., for parishes with an evangelization team, hosted by the archdiocesan Office of Evangelization, includes resource fair, $25 (self-pay or contact your parish about assuming cost). Information, registration: tinyurl.com/NovEvangEnrichment24, 317-236-1466, abardo@archindy.org.

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., Mass 8:30 a.m. Information: 812-246-2512.

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

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

St. John the Apostle Parish, 4607 W. State Road 46, Bloomington. Holiday Craft Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., lunch starts 11 a.m., 35 craft vendors, bake sale, door prizes, free admission. Information: 812-876-1974, nothingfancyceramics@gmail.com.

St. Martin of Tours Parish, 1720 E. Harrison St., Martinsville. Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., crafts, Christmas cookies and caramels by the pound, raffles, door prizes, food and drinks, carry-out available, free admission. Information: 765-342-6379, parishoffice@stmtours.org.

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Fauré Requiem Mass, 1 p.m., Gabriel Fauré’s “Requiem” performed during traditional Latin Mass, free. Information: 317-636-4478, info@holyrosaryindy.org.

St. Malachy School, 7410 N. County Road 1000 E., Brownsburg. Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 50 vendors, gift baskets, homemade soup, chicken salad sandwiches, hotdogs, baked treats, free admission. Information: 317-852-3195.

November 3

Holy Cross and St. Joseph Cemetery, 2446 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Indulgence Walk, 1 p.m., prayerful 1-mile walk, historical information, plenary indulgence with completion of other conditions. Meet at Pleasant Run Pkwy. Gate, free. Information: 317-636-4478, info@holyrosaryindy.org.

November 6

MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5:30-8:30 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.

Lumen Christi School, 580 Stevens St., Indianapolis. School Open Houses, elementary school 12:30-2:30 p.m., high school 6-7 p.m. Information: 317-632-3174, erosko@lumenchristischool.org.

November 7

Marian University, 3200 Cold Spring Rd. Indianapolis, Gold Mass Event for Scientists, 4 p.m. reception in Evans Center Atrium, 4:30 p.m. presentation by Dr. Fernanda Psihas, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) research associate, in Evans Center Room 152, 5:30 p.m. Mass at St. Joseph Chapel, free admission, campus parking passes provided with reservation, RSVP requested by Nov. 5, sponsored by Society of Catholic Scientists. Information, registration: cnicholson@marian.edu, tinyurl.com/mariangoldmass24.

Virtual Prayer with the Sisters of Providence, 7-7:45 p.m., for single women ages 18-42, prayer and sharing on topic of trust. Information, registration: events.sistersofprovidence.org, 361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org.

November 10

St. Monica Parish, 6131 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis. Mass in French / Messe en français, 5 p.m. / 18h, coordinated by ACFADI (Apostolat des Catholiques Francophones de l’ Archidiocèse d’ Indianapolis), second Sunday of each month / le deuxième dimanche de chaque mois. Information: acfadi2014@gmail.com, rvermett@iu.edu.

Marian University, Norman Center Room 222, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. People of Peace OFS Monthly Meeting, 12:30-3 p.m., explore Franciscan spirituality with lay Franciscans, free. Information: 317-762-6259, popofsindy@gmail.com.

November 11

Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, McGivney Hall, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. Confraternity of Christian Mothers, 6 p.m. Mass followed by meeting, for all Catholic women, free. Information: 217-638-7433, paulabeechler@gmail.com.

November 12

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.

November 14

Willow Lake Event Center, 2130 W. County Road 200 N., North Vernon. Missy’s Hope Banquet, 6:30 p.m. social gathering, 7:15 p.m. dinner, 8 p.m. witness talks followed by keynote speaker pro-life activist Eric Slaughter, 9 p.m. live auction, proceeds benefit Missy’s Hope Maternity Home, $40, RSVP by Oct. 31. Information: supportmissyshope.org, 812-767-2897, missyshope4u@gmail.com. Tickets: tinyurl.com/missyshope3, select “banquet” from dropdown.

November 15

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Notre Dame Federal Credit Union chief partnership officer Robert Kloska presenting “Faith Through the Fight: My Journey with Cancer,” rosary 6:35 a.m., Mass 7 a.m., buffet breakfast and program following, $18 members, $24 non-members. Register by 4 p.m. on Nov. 12. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish, Priori Hall, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. “Babies Survive Abortions” Lecture, 6 p.m. doors open, 6:30 p.m. lecture, CEO and founder of Abortion Survivors Network Melissa Ohden presenting, pizza and salad provided, freewill donations accepted. Information: pro-life@holyrosaryindy.org, holyrosaryindy.org/pro-life-ministry.

November 16

St. Agnes Parish, 1008 McLary Road, Nashville. Brotherhood in Christ: Building a Community of Disciples, 8 a.m. doors open, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., men’s ministry workshop sponsored by the archdiocesan Department of Pastoral Ministries, keynote speaker Benedictine Father Denis Robinson, president-rector of St. Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, Mass with Archbishop Charles C. Thompson, lunch included, $12, scholarships available. Information registration: tinyurl.com/brotherhoodindy24, 317-235-5804, thosty@archindy.org.

November 17

Our Lady of Grace Monastery, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Celebration of Light, 7-8 p.m., prayer service in honor of deceased sisters, family members and friends, $25 requested donation for luminaries (or up to $100 for 10 people), luminaries must be ordered by Nov. 1. Information, luminary donations: 317-787-3287, olgmdevelopment@benedictine.com, tinyurl.com/olgraceluminaries24.

November 19

St. Joan of Arc Parish, 4217 Central Ave., Indianapolis. Remembrance Mass in Memory of All Children Lost Too Soon, 5:30 p.m., organized by St. Joan of Arc Respect life. Information: emfrey96@gmail.com, 317-283-5508.

November 20

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

Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence, Providence Hall Dining Room, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Memory Café, 2-3:30 p.m., third Wednesday of each month, for people with early-to-moderate memory loss and their caregivers, beverages and snacks provided, free. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2873, memorycafe@spsmw.org.

November 21

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

November 23

Knights of Columbus Fatima Council, 1040 N. Post Road, Indianapolis. Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., benefitting God’s Embrace Coffee Shop which employs people with disabilities, local craft vendors, visit from Santa and the elves, kids' Christmas craft station, bring an unwrapped toy for Toys4Tots and receive a free hot chocolate or apple cider, raffle tickets $1 or six for $5, free admission. Information: 317-402-1930.

November 24

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Filipino Mass, 2-3 p.m., every fourth Sunday of the month, free. Information: mariasolito@gmail.com.

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General Announcements 

Bloomington retreat center will offer retreat for facing everyday challenges on Nov. 15-17

A retreat titled “Christ-Centered Counsel for Everyday Difficulties” will be held at the Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, in Bloomington, from 5 p.m. on Nov. 15 through 11 a.m. on Nov. 17.

During this retreat, Franciscan Friar of the Immaculate Terrance Chartier will explore the common struggles many people face in their lives, including unforgiveness, anger, perfectionism and coming from dysfunctional families. He will look at the dynamics of each of these situations spiritually, emotionally and psychologically and offer ways to find healing through the grace and power of Jesus Christ.

The cost for the retreat is $50.70 for commuters, which includes lunch and dinner on Saturday. Overnight accommodations cost $241 for a single room, $302.90 for double room, $369.08 for a triple room and $433.12 for a quadruple room. All overnight stays include two nights’ lodging, three meals on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday.

For more information or to register, call 812-825-4642, ext. 1.

 

Retreat for separated and divorced Catholics will be held on Nov. 22-24

A “Being and Belonging” weekend retreat for separated and divorced Catholics will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis, from 6 p.m. on Nov. 22 through 1:30 p.m. on Nov. 24.

Father James Farrell, along with a team of divorced people, will facilitate the retreat. It will offer participants a safe place to wrestle with their feelings about their separation or divorce and help them find ways to heal and grow. Discover anew that God is with you in your struggles and in your hope.

The cost is $210, which includes meals and a room with a shared bathroom.

For more information or to register, go to tinyurl.com/beingbelonging24, call 317-545-7681 or e-mail lcoons@archindy.org.

If finances are an issue, contact Lisa Coons at lcoons@archindy.org or 317-545-7681, ext. 101, about possible scholarships.

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Retreats and Programs

October 25-27

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Peace in the Mourning” Grief Retreat for Widows, 6 p.m. Fri.-noon. Sun., Nancy Pinard presenting with Father James Farrell, Debbie Ahaus, Lisa Eagleson-Roever and Janet Harris, $220 includes program, meals, snacks, two overnight stays in private room with shared bathroom, Mass on Sunday. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. The Quest for Holiness: Men’s Fall Retreat, Fri. 6 p.m.-Sun. noon, Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen presenting, $250 with overnight accommodations, $125 commuter; includes private room, four meals, presentations, Mass, prayer. Information, registration: retreats@mountsaintfrancis.org, 812-923-8817, tinyurl.com/msfmens24.

October 26

Mystics and Fellowship virtual program, 9-10:30 a.m., sponsored by Sisters of Providence, first of four independent sessions, register by Oct. 23, $25 per session. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

November 1-3

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Integrating Catholic Faith and Patient Care in Today’s World, Benedictine Father Simon Herrmann and pediatric oncology Dr. David Freyer presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

November 2

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Photography Basics: Camera Composition and Technique, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, professional photographer Krista Hall presenting, $55. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

November 6

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, 2-3:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

November 8-10

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Spiritual Poverty and the “Magisterium of Frailty,” Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

November 15

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.

November 15-17

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Passion Narrative of Mark’s Gospel, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Christ Centered Counsel for Everyday Difficulties, 5 p.m. Fri.-10 a.m. Sun., Friars of the Immaculate Father Terrance M. Chartier facilitating, $241 for single, $302.90 double, $369.08 triple, $433.12 quadruple, includes four meals and room for two nights, commuters $50.70 includes lunch and dinner on Sat. Information, registration: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, motheroftheredeemer.com.

November 16

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Stories from the Rez, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Franciscan Sisters Marya Grathwohl and Mary Ann Stoffregen presenting $30, $45 with CEUs. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

November 17

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talks— Franciscan Spirituality: Alive Today, 10:45 a.m.-noon, Franciscan Father Frank Jasper presenting, online option available, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

November 18

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-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

November 22-24

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Being & Belonging” Retreat for Separated and Divorced Catholics, 6 p.m. Fri.-1:30 p.m. Sun., Father James Farrell with team, $210 includes program, meals, snacks, two overnight stays in private room with shared bathroom, Mass on Sunday. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

November 23

Mystics and Fellowship virtual program, 9-10:30 a.m., sponsored by Sisters of Providence, first of four independent sessions, register by Nov. 20, $25 per session. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

November 29-December 1

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.

December 4

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, 2-3:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

December 7

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. “The Word was made flesh and dwelt in Mary,” 9 a.m.-noon., Franciscan Friar Matthias Sasko facilitating, free, bring lunch or sack lunch available for $5. Information, sack lunch purchase: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, motheroftheredeemer.com.

December 13-15

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Benedictine Spirituality as Lived in Marriage, for married couples, Deacon Rich and Cherie Zoldak presenting, $425 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

December 17, 18, 19

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent 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: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

December 20

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.

December 21

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Advent Mindfulness Retreat: Cultivating Peace Within, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, $30, $45 with CEUs. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

December 22

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talks— Divine Presence: Mary's Journey, 10:45 a.m.-noon, Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, online option available, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

December 27-29

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.

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