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The Coming Month

December 22-Jan. 6

St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Parish, 23345 Gavin Lane, Bright. Bright Lights Drive-thru Christmas Light Display, 6-10 p.m., free. Information: 812-512-1941, brightlightsdcc@gmail.com.

December 27

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Sisters of St. Francis Christmas Tours, 6-7:30 p.m., cultural and themed Christmas trees and decorations, chime choir, refreshments, free. Information: 812-934-2475.

December 28

All Saints Parish, St. Joseph Campus, 7536 Church Lane, West Harrison. Feast of the Holy Innocents Mass of Healing, 6:30 p.m., for parents and families who have lost infants or children to miscarriage, stillbirth or other loss, free. To receive ornament with child’s name, fill out form by Dec. 20 at tinyurl.com/himass23 or call 859-801-1293.

January 5, February 2

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.

January 6, February 3

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.

January 7

Monthly Prayer with Sisters of Providence: “Prayer on Martin Luther King Jr.,” 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.

January 9, Feb. 13

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.

January 13

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Teen Volunteering Opportunity, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., ages 12-18, assist retired Providence Sisters. Information, registration: TeenVolunteer.SistersofProvidence.org, jluna@spsmw.org or 361-500-9505.

January 17, Feb. 21

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

January 18, Feb. 15

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

January 19

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Indiana State Treasurer Daniel Elliott presenting “How Faith Drives Us,” 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 Jan. 16. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

February 2

Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 South Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis. Covenant Resources Miscarriage Ministry Night with the Indiana Pacers, 7 p.m., Pacers vs. Kings, discounted prices range from $30-$58, includes free Pacers branded hat; food voucher for a hot dog, chips, and Pepsi product; chance to shoot a free throw on the court after the game, a portion of each ticket purchased will go back to the Covenant Resources Miscarriage Ministry, recommended to purchase tickets a month prior to the game. Information, tickets: 812-212-3463, contactus@covenantresources.org, tinyurl.com/crmmpacers24.

February 7

Monthly Prayer with Sisters of Providence: “Prayer on St. Valentine’s Day,” 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.

February 17

St. Michael Parish, 11400 Farmers Lane N.E., Greenville. The Eucharist and Your Marriage, 4-7 p.m., Catholic therapist and author Greg Schutte presenting, second of “Three Great Dates” events sponsored by Catalyst Catholic in New Albany Deanery (May 11, 2024: “Supporting Your Spouse’s Dreams” with Steve and Jenni Angrisano), $20 per person, includes dinner, childcare available, registration required by Feb. 11. Information, registration: catalystcatholic.org/3dates.

February 21

All Saints Parish, St. Joseph Campus, 7536 Church Lane, West Harrison. Double Feature with noted Theology of the Body speaker Jason Evert, 6-9:30 p.m., for adults and youth ages 13-17 accompanied by an adult, “Purified: A Life-changing Event for Families” 6-7 p.m., “Gender and the Theology of Your Body” 7-9 p.m. adoration and confession 9-9:30 a.m., $25, $10 discount for registered parishioners of All Saints in Dearborn County, St. Lawrence in Lawrenceburg, St. Mary in Greensburg and St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross in Bright by using code DCC at checkout. Information, registration: kimsprague@dccatholics.com, lnkiy.in/EvertDoubleFeature.

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General Announcements 

Mount St. Francis will offer program on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., on Jan. 15

An evening retreat titled “In the Name of Love: The Life and Legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.” will take place at Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., in Mt. St. Francis, from 7-8:30 p.m. on Jan. 15.

This event, led by Conventual Franciscan Father Vince Petersen, will include presentations, interactive discussions and informative video sessions on the life and work of the renowned civil rights leader. Refreshments will be provided.

The event is free, but donations will be accepted. Pre-registration is required.

For more information or to register, go to mountsaintfrancis.org and select “Events” or call 812-923-8817.

Sensory-friendly Mass set for Jan. 18 at St. Pius X Church in Indianapolis

A special Mass for anyone with sensory sensitivities will take place at St. Pius X Church, 7200 Sarto Dr., in Indianapolis, at 7 p.m. on Jan. 18.

The Mass will include sensory accommodations including, but not limited to, people with autism, developmental disabilities and the elderly. The liturgy will also include lower lights, a shorter, more literal homily, with picture Mass aids and children’s lectionaries available.

For more information, contact Shannon Farrell at 317-446-5507.

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Retreats and Programs

December 24-26

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Christmas Celebration at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, opportunity to join monastic community in their Christmas Eve and Christmas Day prayer and liturgies in the archabbey church, fellowship and socials with monks and other guests, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

December 29-31

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Greccio 800, Fri. 4 p.m.-Sun. 1 p.m., retreat celebrating 800 years of the nativity scene St. Francis shared with the people of Greccio, Italy, Franciscan Father Jack Clark Robinson and Third Order Franciscan Dennis Feece presenting, $150 commuters, $250 includes two nights’ accommodations and four meals. Information, registration: 812-923-8817, tinyurl.com/msfgreccio800.

2024

January 4

Creative Ways to Encounter the Divine (virtual via Zoom): “Hearing God’s Voice in Poetry,” offered by Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, first of four stand-alone sessions (Jan. 11, 18, 25), Benedictine Sister Antoinette Purcel presenting, $75 for four sessions or $25 per session. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs , 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org .

January 9

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.

January 11

Creative Ways to Encounter the Divine (via Zoom): “Hearing God’s Voice in Nature,” offered by Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, second of four stand-alone sessions (Jan. 18, 25), Benedictine Sister Antoinette Purcel presenting, $25. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

January 12-14

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, separate rooms, includes meals and materials. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

January 18

Creative Ways to Encounter the Divine (via Zoom): “Hearing God’s voice in Art,” offered by Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, third of four stand-alone sessions (Jan. 25), Benedictine Sister Antoinette Purcel presenting, $25. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

January 22-26

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Winter Chant Workshop, Benedictine Brother John Glasenapp presenting, for directors of liturgical music and singers in parish liturgies, $750 single, $835 double, $200 commuter. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

January 25

Creative Ways to Encounter the Divine (via Zoom): “Hearing God’s Voice in People, Events and Dreams,” offered by Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 7-8:30 p.m. fourth of four stand-alone sessions, Benedictine Sister Antoinette Purcel presenting, $25.. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

February 3

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Embracing the Lenten Journey: From Ashes to Resurrection Joy, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Benedictine Sister Susan Marie Lindstrom presenting, $75, includes lunch. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

February 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.

February 27-29

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Women of the World, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, bring Bible, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 6

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Created in the Image of God: A Woman’s Day of Reflection, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Dr. Kimberly Baker presenting, $55. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

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.

March 8

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.

March 8-10

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Unpacking the Vocation of Marriage through Scripture and Married Saints, Angie and Josh Greulich presenting, for married couples, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 15-17

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Sleeper Awake!, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

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