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The Coming Month
October 26
St. Rita Parish, Fr. Bernard Strange Spiritual Life Center, 1733 Dr. Andrew J. Brown Ave., Indianapolis. Day of Reflection, hosted by the archdiocesan Black Catholic Ministry, Auxiliary Bishop Joseph N. Perry Bishop of Archdiocese of Chicago presenting on six African Americans on the path to sainthood, 9:30 a.m., concludes after 4:30 p.m. Mass, lunch included, free will offerings accepted, register by Oct. 18. Information and registration: Pearlette Springer, pspringer@archindy.org , 317-236-1474.
October 27
Monte Cassino Shrine, 13312 Monte Cassino Shrine Road, St Meinrad (one mile east of Saint Meinrad Archabbey). Pilgrimage honoring the Blessed Mother, Archabbot Kurt Stasiak presenting “Mary: One Who Trusted in the Lord,” hymns, rosary procession, Litany of the Blessed Virgin, 2-3 p.m. CT. Information: Mary Jeanne Schumacher, mschumacher@saintmeinrad.edu, 812- 357-6501 during business hours, 812- 357-6611 day of event.
St. Louis School, 17 E. St. Louis Pl., Batesville. Super Sunday Bingo, doors open 11 a.m., early bird games 1 p.m., main games 3:30 p.m., ends 6:30 p.m., $45 per person for play-all-day ticket, cash raffle, door prizes, pull tabs, $15,000 total payout. Tickets and information: www.stlbingo.org, 812-932-4646, stlouisbingo@gmail.com.
October 28
One-day only showing of documentary Faustina: Love and Mercy, tracing the origins of the Divine Mercy image and the spreading of the Divine Mercy devotion. Theatre locations and times: www.fathomevents.com/events/faustina-love-and-mercy/theaters. Information: www.fathomevents.com/events/faustina-love-and-mercy.
November 1
Women’s Care Center, 4901 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. First Friday Mass, 5 p.m., Father David Lawler 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 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: 317-888-2861 or info@olgreenwood.org.
St. Lawrence Church, 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. First Friday Charismatic Renewal Praise and Mass, praise and worship 7 p.m., Mass 7:30 p.m. Information: 317-546-7328, mkeyes@indy.rr.com.
St. Agnes Parish, 1008 McLary Road, Nashville. Christmas Festival and Bazaar, Christmas décor, crafts, books, collectibles, baked goods, boutique jewelry and clothing, vendors, wood crafts, furniture, quilt raffle, silent auction of baskets and tabletop trees, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., free admission and parking. Information: 812-988-2778, st.agnesnashville@gmail.com.
November 1-2
St. Augustine Home, 2345 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. St. Augustine Guild Christmas Bazaar, benefiting Little Sisters of the Poor and St. Augustine Home residents, ceramics, baked goods, garden and nature center, children’s items, Thanksgiving and Christmas décor, hostess and holiday gifts, Fri., 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sat., 9 a.m.-3 p.m., free admission. Information: Pat Kirlin, patkirlin-spag@outlook.com.
November 2
St. Martin of Tours Parish, 1720 E. Harrison St., Martinsville. Christmas Holiday Bazaar, vendors, St. Martin’s Attic and Crafts, Christmas cookies by the pound, bake shop, cash and quilt raffle, door prizes, food and drink available for purchase, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., free. Information: 765-342-6379.
St. Matthew Church, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. All Souls Day Memorial Mass, 10 a.m. Information: 317-257-4297, bulletin@saintmatt.org.
November 2
St. Elizabeth Coleman Pregnancy and Adoption Services, 2500 Churchman Ave., Indianapolis. Fall Festival Celebrating Adoption Awareness, free, family-friendly activities, silent auction, music, food and drinks available for purchase, 3-6 p.m. Information: Nadja Radtke, nradtke@secindy.org, 317-787-3412.
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Teen Volunteer Opportunity, ages 12-18, sharing time and talent with retired Providence sisters, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (first of several teen volunteer opportunities through April 2020). Registration and parent/guardian waver: www.spsmw.org/event/teen-volunteer-opportunity/all Information: Providence Sister Joni Luna, 361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org.
St. Michael Church, 145 St. Michael Blvd., Brookville. First Saturday Marian Devotional Prayer Group, Mass, devotional prayers, rosary, 8 a.m. Information: 765-647-5462.
St. Malachy School Gymnasium, 7410 N. County Road 1000 E., Brownsburg. Altar Society Christmas Bazaar, 50 vendors, jewelry, candles, soaps, decorations, crafts, chicken salad sandwiches, homemade chicken noodle dinners, desserts, free admission, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Information: 317-852-3195, altarsociety@stmalachy.org.
November 2-3
All Saints Parish, St. John the Baptist Campus, 25743 State Route 1, Guilford. Craft Show and Chicken Dinner, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. craft show, wood and fabric crafts, jewelry, candles, home baked goods, mega split-the-pot; Sat.10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. sandwich and soup lunch; Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. chicken dinners, $12 adults, $6 children, free admission and parking. Information: 812-576-4302, emilyalig.asp@gmail.com.
November 3
Holy Cross and St. Joseph cemeteries, 2446 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Indulgence Walk, prayerful tour of historic cemeteries, presented by Knights of Columbus Santo Rosario Council 14449 and the Catholic Cemeteries Association, 1:30-2:30 p.m., meet at Pleasant Run Parkway cemetery gate, plenary indulgence for poor souls possible with completion of other conditions. Information: 317-636-4478.
St. Monica Church, 6131 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis. St. Martin de Porres Bi-Lingual Mass, sponsored by the archdiocesan Black and Hispanic Catholic ministries, Archbishop Charles C. Thompson presiding, 6 p.m. with fiesta to follow, bring dish to share. Information: Pearlette Springer, pspringer@archindy.org, 317-236-1474.
St. Isidore the Farmer Parish, St. Martin of Tours Campus, 27246 Perry St., Siberia. Shooting Match/Festival, 10:30 a.m. CT, food, raffle, bingo, children’s games. Information: 812-843-5713.
St. Joan of Arc Catholic School, 500 E. 42nd St., Indianapolis. Open house, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., serves pre-K-8th grades, Lighthouse accredited. Information: 317-283-1518.
White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Sundays at the Woods: Eating for a Better Climate, 1:30-3:30 p.m., free will offering, register by Oct. 25. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
November 5
Mission 27 Resale, 132 Leota St., Indianapolis. Senior Discount Day, every Tuesday, 30 percent off clothing, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., ministry supports Indianapolis St. Vincent de Paul Society Food Pantry and Changing Lives Forever program. Information: 317-687-8260.
Marian University, Dining Commons Bldg., 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. Vocations Awareness Day, sponsored by Marian University and Sisters of the third Order of St. Francis in Oldenburg, for those discerning religious life, 4-8 p.m. Information: 812-933-6417, kbranham@oldenburgosf.com.
November 6
Archbishop O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, Catholic, educational, charitable and social singles, 50 and over, single, separated, widowed or divorced. New members welcome. 6 p.m. Information: 317-243-0777.
November 7
St. Matthew the Apostle School, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Fall Open House, for prospective families, 6-8 p.m. Information: 317-251-3997, rsobolewski@saintmatt.org.
Lumen Christi Catholic School, 580 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Open House, for perspective students and their parents, preschool-12th grade, noon-2 p.m. Information: 317-632-3174, erosko@lumenchristischool.org.
November 9
Mary, Queen of Peace Parish, 1005 W. Main St., Danville. Women’s Club Christmas Bazaar, gifts, baskets, fall and Christmas décor, baked and canned goods, candy, wood items, wreaths, cards, country cupboard, lunch available, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., free admission. Information: 913-832-8470.
Huber’s Orchard and Winery, Plantation Hall, 19815 Huber Road, Borden. St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities Reverse Raffle, doors open 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m. dinner, 7 p.m. reverse raffle, $25 per person. Information, event and raffle tickets: www.stecharities.org/reverse-raffle, 812-949-7305, info@stecharities.org.
Our Lady of the Greenwood, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. Celebrate Fun “Game Day,” sponsored by the Celebrate Marriage Ministry, 6:30-9 p.m., sports-themed attire suggested. Reservations through Nov. 3: $20 per couple includes dinner, beer and wine available for purchase. Tickets and information: bit.ly/2mZdAZK (case sensitive), 317-489-1557, olgmarriage@gmail.com.
November 10
St. Susanna Parish, 1210 E. Main St., Plainfield. Women’s Club Christmas Auction, items for Christmas decorating, preparation and gifting, complimentary refreshments, 1 p.m., free admission. Information: jarnette@saintsusanna.com, 317-836-3333.
St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 4625 N. Kenwood Ave., Indianapolis. Mass in French, 12:30 p.m. Information: 317-627-7729 or acfadi2014@gmail.com.
St. Therese of the Infant Jesus (Little Flower) Church, 4720 E. 13th St., Indianapolis. Class of ’63 monthly gathering, 6 p.m. Mass, optional dinner afterward. Information: 317-408-6396.
November 11-December 16
Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Divorce and Beyond Support Group, sponsored by the archdiocesan Office of Marriage and Family Life, six consecutive Mondays, for men and women who are separated or going through divorce, all faiths welcome, 7-9 p.m., $30 includes materials. Registration: www.archindy.org/marriageandfamily, click on Divorce Ministry. Information: Gabriela Ross, 317-592-4007, gross@archindy.org.
November 12
St. Paul Hermitage, 501 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Ave Maria Guild, 12:30 p.m. Information: 317-223-3687, vlgmimi@aol.com.
Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. “Be Light” Monthly Taizé Prayer Service, 7-8 p.m., silent and spoken prayers, simple music, silence. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.
November 13
St. Paul Catholic Center, 1413 E. 17th St., Bloomington. Reboot!, founder and president of Real Life Catholic Chris Stefanick presenting, suitable for ages 12 and older, 7-9:30 p.m. Tickets at St. Paul Catholic Center or online: bit.ly/2kTpvYh. Information: Bridget McIntyre, 812-339-5561, bmcintyre@hoosiercatholic.org.
St. Thomas Church, 4625 Kenwood Ave., Indianapolis. University of Notre Dame Hesburgh Lecture: “What Race is and What it is Not,” University of Notre Dame anthropology professor and author Dr. Agustin Fuentes presenting, 7 p.m., reception to follow in the Bethany Room, reservations not required, freewill offerings accepted, child care available. Information: www.staindy.org (under News and Events), 317-253-1461, ctaylor@stainyd.org.
November 14
Mt. Gilead Church, 6019 E. SR 144, Mooresville. Right to Life of Johnson and Morgan Counties Annual Banquet, nationally syndicated editorial cartoonist and pro-life advocate Gary Varvel speaking, catered by Malone’s Catering, 6:30 p.m., $25 per person. Reservations requested by Nov. 7. Information and reservations: ebrookehaskins@gmail.com. 317-697-2441. Payments accepted at the door.
November 15
Chapel of SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. First Annual Gold Mass for Society of Catholic Scientists, all Catholic scientists and students welcome, includes special blessing for Catholic scientists, 5:15 p.m., fellowship to follow. RSVP requested for planning purposes: www.facebook.com/events/549067002569868. Information: Paul Giesting, giesting@alumni.nd.edu, 574-386-1482.
November 16
St. Rita Parish, Father Bernard Strange Spiritual Life Center, 1733 Dr. Andrew J. Brown Ave., Indianapolis. Jazz Brunch, in honor of St. Rita Parish 100th Anniversary Celebration and Veterans Day, sponsored by the St. Rita and St. Bridget Alumni Association, music by Rodney Strepp and Co., 11 a.m.-4 p.m., $20 per person. Reservations preferred; walk-ins welcome. Reservations and information, 317-297-0644.
Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Feast of Our Lady of Providence Mass, 11 a.m. Information: 812-535-2931, wvc@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/events.
St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. Helpers of God’s Precious Infants, Indianapolis. Third Saturday of the month, Mass at 8:30 a.m. followed by Divine Mercy Chaplet and rosary at a local abortion center, concluding between 10:30-10:45 a.m., with continued prayer at the church for those who wish to remain. Information: peggygeis@att.net.
St. Paul Catholic Center, 1413 E. 17th St., Bloomington. Annual Archdiocesan Corrections Ministry Conference: The Face of Corrections Ministry, author and advocate for the abolition of the death penalty St. Joseph Sister Helen Prejean presenting, for clergy, parish teams, lay volunteers and those in correction professions, 8 a.m. registration, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. program, lunch provided, freewill offering accepted. Register by Nov. 11: www.archindy.org/corrections. Information: Keri Carroll, 317-236-1521, kcarroll@archindy.org.
November 18
St. Mark Parish Cenacle House, 6118 Smock St., Indianapolis. Caregiver Support Group, sponsored by Catholic Charities, 5: 30-7 p.m. Information: Monica Woodsworth, 317-261-3378, mwoodsworth@archindy.org.
November 19
Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. “Abide” Adoration Service, sponsored by Catalyst Catholic, 7-8 p.m., every third Tues. of the month, featuring guest speaker, praise band, silence and confessions, child care available. Information and child care reservations: Chris Rogers, chris@nadyouth.org, 812-923-8355.
November 20
SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Catholic Charities 100th Anniversary Celebration, 5:30 p.m. Mass, Archbishop Charles C. Thompson presiding, reception and dinner after at Archbishop O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Catholic Charities USA president and CEO Dominican Sister Donna Markham speaking, $100 per person. Tickets available through Nov. 4 at www.archindy.org/cc, sponsorship opportunities available. Information: Cheri Bush, cbush@archindy.org, 317-236-1411.
November 21
Archbishop O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Caregiver Support Group, sponsored by Catholic Charities, 5:30-7 p.m. Information: Monica Woodsworth, 317-261-3378, mwoodsworth@archindy.org.
St. Joseph Church, 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.
November 23
St. Lawrence Parish, Fr. Conen Hall (basement of gymnasium), 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. Overview of the Gospel of Matthew, Sandra Hartlieb presenting, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., $10 per person or $15 each for two who register together, lunch included. Registration preferred by Nov. 18, walk-ins welcome. Mail check made out to St. Lawrence Parish to address listed above. Information: 317-327-5925, shartlieb@saintlawrence.net.
November 25
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Serra Club Dinner Meeting, rosary 5:40 p.m., dinner 6 p.m., presentation on parish vocation ministry by Serra USA Council VP of Vocations Ann Roat, $15. Information: 317-748-1478, smclaughlin@holyspirit.cc.
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General Announcements
Indulgence walk planned at historic Indianapolis Catholic cemetery on Nov. 3
Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish Knights of Columbus Santo Rosario Council #14449 and the Catholic Cemeteries Association will host an indulgence walk in Holy Cross and St. Joseph Cemetery, 2446 S. Meridian St., in Indianapolis, starting at the Pleasant Run Parkway gate from 1:30-2:30 p.m. on Nov. 3.
This prayerful tour of the historic cemetery will include life stories of several people who are buried there.
A plenary indulgence for souls in purgatory is possible with completion of other conditions.
Registration is not required.
For more information, call 317-636-4478 or e-mail info@holyrosaryindy.org.
Divorce and Beyond offered on Mondays from Nov. 11-Dec. 16 in Indianapolis
Divorce and Beyond, a peer-ministry support group of the archdiocesan Office of Marriage and Family Life, will be offered at the Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., in Indianapolis, from 7-9 p.m. on six consecutive Mondays (including Thanksgiving week) from Nov. 11-Dec. 16.
The group is designed to help guide men and women through the process of divorce. It explores stress, anger, blame, guilt and loneliness, with the goal of leading participants toward ultimate forgiveness, happiness and growth.
The support group is for Catholics who are separated or going through a divorce; however, people of all faiths may benefit from participating and are welcome to attend.
The cost of the six-week session is $30, which includes materials. Scholarships are available.
Registration is requested online at www.archindy.org/marriageandfamily, click on Divorce Ministry.
For more information, contact Gabriela Ross in the Office of Marriage and Family Life at 317-592-4007 or e-mail gross@archindy.org.
Married couples invited to celebrate fun at sports-themed night in Greenwood on Nov. 9
Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish’s Celebrate Marriage Ministry will host a sports-themed evening of fun for married couples in the parish’s Madonna Hall, 335 S. Meridian St., in Greenwood, from 6:30-9 p.m. on Nov. 9.
The evening will include dinner, friendly competitions and prizes. Since the event is sports-themed, couples are invited (but not required) to dress as a team.
The cost is $20. Registration is required by Nov. 3.
To register or for more information, contact Marcie and Tom Renken at 317-489-1557 or olgmarriageministry@gmail.com.
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Retreats and Programs
October 25-27
Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. “We Walk the Faith: From where we come—To where we go” Men’s Retreat, Conventual Franciscan Father Vince Peterson facilitating, Fri. 6 p.m. through Sun. 10 a.m. Mass, $215 includes four meals and single room for two nights. Information or to register: www.mountsaintfrancis.org/retreat-offerings, 812-923-8817.
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. 3rd Annual “Peace in the Mourning” Grief Retreat, planned by widows who want others to experience the peace they found in previous retreats, Providence Sister Connie Kramer, Father James Farrell and Marilyn Hess presenting, Fri. 6:30 p.m.-Sun. 1 p.m., $200 includes overnight accommodations and meals. Scholarships available, contact Cheryl McSweeney, 317-545-7681, ext. 106. Information and registration: Khristine Meyer, 317-545-7681, kmeyer@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.
October 28
Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, Retreat Center kitchen, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Cooking with Chef Brandon, 6-9 p.m., $75, register by Oct. 21. Registration: www.mountsaintfrancis.org/registration. Information: 812-923-8817.
November 1-3
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. A Weekend-long Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting in Five Sessions, Benedictine Father Colman Grabert presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Worldwide Marriage Encounter, $75 non-refundable fee. Registration: www.wwme.org. Information: Mark and Jill Levine, 317-888-1892, jbradleylevine@msn.com.
Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Woman to Woman Recovery Retreat, support and spiritual growth for women in recovery and those women who support others in their recovery, Fri. 6 p.m. through noon Sun., $215 includes four meals and private room. Information or to register: www.mountsaintfrancis.org/retreat-offerings, 812-923-8817.
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Come and See Weekend, for single women ages 18-45 discerning religious life, Fri. 6 p.m.-Sun. 1 p.m. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
November 4
Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, Mary Anderson Center for the Arts, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Mondays at the Mount, (Nov. 11, 18, 25), 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., learn about Scripture, saints and liturgical seasons. Information: www.mountsaintfrancis.org/registration, 812-923-8817.
November 6, November 7
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art to Lift your Spirit!, choose between 9:30 a.m. first Wed. of the month or 6:30 p.m. first Thurs. of the month (Jan. sessions will take place second Wed. and Thurs.), Providence Sister Rosemay Schmalz presenting, $30 membership fee to join group, $5 per session after. Contact Jeanne Frost, 812-535-2952 to request a brochure. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
November 8-10
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Leaven of Christ: That in All Things God May be Glorified, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
November 9
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Awakening the Sage Within, developing a positive, intentional and spiritual approach to aging, for ages 45 and older or for those who live/work with aging adults, Alan Rider and Paul Severance presenting, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $80, limited to 30 participants. Information and registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
November 15-17
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Biblical Wisdom: What is it? Where can it be found?, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Mary Magdalene as the Model of Easter Faith: What Happened in the Garden in the Gospel of John, Chapter 20, Conventual Franciscan Father Steven McMichael presenting, Fri. 6 p.m. through end of 10 a.m. Mass Sun., $215 includes four meals and private room. Information or to register: www.mountsaintfrancis.org/retreat-offerings, 812-923-8817.
November 16
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Coffee with the Mystics, Providence Sister Jan Craven presenting, 10 a.m.-noon, $10, register by Nov. 13. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
November 18-21
Sisters of St. Benedict, Monastery Immaculate Conception, Hospitality Center, 802 E. 10th St., Ferdinand (Evansville Diocese). Directed Retreat for Oblates and Others, Mon. 7 p.m.- Thurs. 10 a.m., $325 includes meals, private room and spiritual direction sessions. Registration: www.thedome.org/events. Information: Dawn Schnell, 812-367-1411, ext. 7345, dschnell@thedome.org.
November 19
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 per day, includes breakfast and lunch, room to use throughout the day, access to common areas and grounds. Depending on availability, overnight stay costs additional $28, $9 cold plate dinner when available. Information and registration: Khristine Meyer, 317-545-7681, kmeyer@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Coffee with the Mystics, Providence Sister Jan Craven presenting, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $10, register by Nov. 16. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
November 20
Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Sunday at the Woods: Dementia Basics and Helpful Tips, Katie Harish presenting, 1:30-3:30 p.m., freewill offering. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Dementia: Approach is Everything, Elizabeth Collins presenting, 6-8 p.m., $15, register by Nov. 18. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes a private room for the day and lunch; spiritual direction is available for an additional $30, must be scheduled in advance. Information and registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
November 21
Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Memory Café, 2-4 p.m., third Thursday of the month, for those living with moderate dementia, caregivers and friends, Katie Harish presenting, freewill offering. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
November 23
Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Advent Gathering of Light and Hope, for individuals and families, prayer, activities and Mass, Conventual Franciscan Father Vince Peterson and Judy Ribar presenting, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., $25 per person, $50 for couples and families with children, includes lunch. Information: 812-923-8817.
November 29-December 1
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Preparing the Way: An Advent Retreat, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
December 2
Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, Mary Anderson Center for the Arts, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Mondays at the Mount, (Dec. 9 and 16), 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., learn about Scripture, saints and liturgical seasons. Information: www.mountsaintfrancis.org/registration, 812-923-8817.
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Make Ready the Way Advent Program, Benedictine Sister Cathy Anne Lepore presenting, 6-8:45 p.m., $45 includes dinner. Information and registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
December 4, December 5
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art to Lift your Spirit!, choose between 9:30 a.m. first Wed. of the month or 6:30 p.m. first Thurs. of the month, Providence Sister Rosemay Schmalz presenting, $30 membership fee to join group, $5 per session after. Contact Jeanne Frost, 812-535-2952 to request a brochure. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
December 10
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. What Would Merton Say?, Vanessa Hurst presenting, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., $70. Information and registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes a private room for the day and lunch; spiritual direction is available for an additional $30, must be scheduled in advance. Information and registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
December 17-20
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent Days of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 per day, includes breakfast and lunch, room to use throughout the day, access to common areas and grounds. Depending on availability, overnight stay costs additional $28, $9 cold plate dinner when available. Information and registration: Khristine Meyer, 317-545-7681, kmeyer@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.
December 19
Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Memory Café, 2-4 p.m., third Thursday of the month, for those living with moderate dementia, caregivers and friends, Katie Harish presenting, freewill offering. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
January 8
Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Sunday at the Woods: Dementia Basics and Helpful Tips, Katie Harish presenting, 1:30-3:30 p.m., freewill offering. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Dementia: Approach is Everything, Katie Harish presenting, 6-8 p.m., $15, register by Jan. 6. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
January 8, January 9
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art to Lift your Spirit!, Wed., 9:30 a.m. or Thurs., 6:30 p.m., Providence Sister Rosemay Schmalz presenting, $30 membership fee to join group, $5 per session after. Contact Jeanne Frost, 812-535-2952 to request a brochure. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
January 11
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Coffee with the Mystics, Providence Sister Jan Craven presenting, 10 a.m.-noon, $10, register by Nov. 13. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
January 14
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Coffee with the Mystics, Providence Sister Jan Craven presenting, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $10, register by Nov. 16. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
January 16
Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Memory Café, 2-4 p.m., third Thursday of the month, for those living with moderate dementia, caregivers and friends, Katie Harish presenting, freewill offering. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
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