April 7, 2017

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The Coming Month

April 7

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral chapel, 1347 N. Meridian St. St., Indianapolis. Lumen Dei Catholic Business Group, 6:30 a.m. Mass, 7:15-8:30 a.m. breakfast at Lincoln Square Pancake House, 2330 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Information: 317-435-3447 or lumen.dei@comcast.net.

Most Holy Name of Jesus Church, 89 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. First Friday devotion, exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, 5:30 p.m.; reconciliation, 5:45-6:45 p.m.; Mass, 7 p.m.; Litany of the Sacred Heart and prayers for the Holy Father, 7:30 p.m. Information: 317-784-5454.

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 9:30 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. Mark the Evangelist Parish, 535 E. Edgewood Ave., Indianapolis. Lenten Fish Fry, fish, fries, slaw and drink, 5-7 p.m., adults $8, seniors $6, children $4 children. Desserts available for $1. Information: 317-771-5909, a.coltman@sbcglobal.net.

St. Rita Parish, 1733 Dr. Andrew J. Brown Ave., Indianapolis. Lenten Fish Fry, dinners, sandwiches and sides, dine-in, carry out or delivery, assorted prices, noon-6 p.m. Information: 317-536-1047 or stritasecretary71@yahoo.com.

April 9

St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. Mass in French, 1 p.m. Information:  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.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Stations of the Cross, 4-5:30 p.m. Information: 317-545-7681, ext. 107 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

Gabriel Project, 5455 W. 86th St., Ste. 121, Indianapolis. 40 Days for Life Closing Ceremony and Celebration, attendees are asked to bring a baby item, 6 p.m., free. Information: 317-407-6881 or sheryl@goangels.org.

Marian University, Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel, 3200 Cold Springs Road, Indianapolis. “In the Shadow of the Cross: A Tenebrae,” an evening of scripture and song led by the Marian University Sacred Choir, 8-9 p.m., free. Information: 317-655-6422 or llawson@marian.edu.

April 11

Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Monthly Taizé Prayer Service, theme “Praying for Peace in the World and in Our Hearts,” 7-8 p.m., silent and spoken prayers, simple music, silence. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

St. Paul Hermitage, 501 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Ave Maria Guild, National Volunteer Month Mass at 11 a.m. followed by lunch. Information: 317-223-3687, vlgmimi@aol.com.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, church basement library, 5692 Central Ave., Indianapolis. The Legislative Process, program and discussion on the Indiana state legislative process and agenda, Indiana Catholic Conference executive director Glenn Tebbe presenting, 7-8 p.m., free, sponsored by Immaculate Heart of Mary Outreach. Information: 317-997-1589 or lowe7530@outlook.com

April 12

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis.  The Light is on for You Again—Sacrament of Reconciliation, 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Information: 317-545-7681, ext. 107, or www.archindy.org/fatima.

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Tenebrae Service by Vox Sacra, archdiocesan schola cantorum, free, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Information: 317-634-4519 or amotyka@archindy.org

April 13

St. Luke the Evangelist Magnificat Chapel, 7575 Holliday Dr. E., Indianapolis. 100th Anniversary of Fatima, holy hour, benediction, rosary and devotions honoring the anniversary of Our Lady of the Rosary, following 7 p.m. Holy Thursday Mass. Information: 317-259-4373 or rmiller@stluke.org.

April 14

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

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

Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Way of the Cross for Justice, 10-11 a.m., free will offering. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

April 15

Helpers of God’s Precious Infants, Indianapolis. Mass and Divine Mercy Chaplet at 8:30 a.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., followed by prayer at a local abortion center, and continued prayer at the church for those who wish to remain.

Tow Yard Brewing, 501 Madison Ave., Indianapolis. Easter Egg 5K benefiting the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Indianapolis, 10 a.m., $30 plus $2.50 registration fee ($35 after March 15). Registration: goo.gl/4gkl2F. Volunteers needed, contact Darlene Sweeney, 317-924-5769, ext. 238 or darlene.sweeney@svdpindy.org. General race information: fun-races.com/easter/.

April 16

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the­ Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Easter Brunch, extended menu in the O’Shaughnessy Dining Room includes shrimp cocktail, carved prime rib, cranberry pork loin, desserts and beverages, 9:45 a.m.-2 p.m., adults $23, seniors (55 and older) and military $21, children 5-11 $11.50, age 4 and under free, advance tickets available at 812-535-4285. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

April 18

St. Simon the Apostle Parish Life Center, 8155 Oaklandon Road, Indianapolis. Seasons of Hope Bereavement Support Group, six consecutive Tuesdays, noon (or evening sessions begin on April 20 at 7 p.m.). Information, registration: Mona Lime, 317-371-8993 or monalime@comcast.net.

April 18-May 23

Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Divorce and Beyond, peer-ministry support group to help guide adults through process of divorce, six consecutive Tuesdays, $30 includes book. Register at www.archindy.org/plfl/ministries-divorce.html. Information: 317-236-1586 or dvanvelse@archindy.org.

April 19

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

Landmark Glendale 12 Theatre, 6102 N. Rural, Indianapolis. The Original Image of Divine Mercy, A Documentary, presented by Tekton Ministries, 7 p.m., $10 admission. Information and tickets: www.tektonministries.org or 317-574-4191.

April 20

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.

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

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Community Labyrinth/Peace and Nature Garden Walk, third Thursdays through June, Benedictine Sisters Cathy Ann Lepore and Angela Jarboe, facilitators, 7-8:30 p.m., free will donation. Information: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

St. Simon the Apostle Parish Life Center, 8155 Oaklandon Road, Indianapolis. Seasons of Hope Bereavement Support Group, six consecutive Thursdays, 7 p.m. (or afternoon sessions begin on April 18 at noon). Information, registration: Mona Lime, 317-371-8993 or monalime@comcast.net.

April 20-22

St. Joseph Church, 312 E. High St., Corydon. Parish Mission: Healing the Father/Mother Wound, Father Philip Scott presenting, 7 p.m. each evening. Information: 812-596-1413 or parish.office@catholic-community.org.

April 21

Northside Knights of Columbus Hall, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Indianapolis Indians President Randy Lewandowski, presenting, Mass, breakfast and program, 7-9 a.m., $15 members, $21 non-members, breakfast included. Reservations and information: www.catholicbusinessexchange.org.

April 22

Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. St. Bartholomew Catholic School “No Tie Affair: Peace, Love and Happy Kids” Fundraiser, 6:30-10:30 p.m., local cuisine, themed baskets, live and silent auction, raffles and music, advance tickets starting at $50. Information and tickets: stbirish.maestroweb.com.

White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. 19th Annual Earth Day Celebration, mini-workshops, music, food, crafts and homemade goods, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., freewill offering. Information: 812-535-2931, wvc@spsmw.org, or www.spsmw.org/providence-center/events/.

St. Joseph Church, 125 E. Broadway St., Shelbyville. Tony Melendez Concert, 5 p.m. Mass, 6-7:00 p.m. food, 7-10 p.m. bi-lingual concert and opportunity for confession, $15 in advance for ages 12 and older, $20 at the door. Information: 317-398-8227.

St. Nicholas Parish, 6401 E. St. Nicholas Dr., Sunman. Turtle Soup Supper, turtle soup, chicken noodle soup, fish and pulled pork sandwiches, homemade desserts, family games, prices vary, carry out available, 4-8 p.m. Information: 812-623-2964.    

Riviera Club, 5640 N. Illinois St., Indianapolis. St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry Spring Boutique, 30 artisans and vendors, cash bar, bring non-perishable food and hygiene products, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Information: Paula Light , 317-403-1385, paula.light@att.net.

Ivy Tech Building, 50 Walnut St., Lawrenceburg. “Life Worth Defending” Life Walk 2017, benefiting Pregnancy Care Center of South East Indiana through walker sponsorship, all ages, 8:30 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. start. Register: www.helpimpregnant.org. Information: 812-537-4357 or kpotts@pccseindiana.com.

April 23

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Archdiocesan Disability Awareness Mass, 10:30 a.m., celebrating Divine Mercy Sunday and the gift and dignity of each person, reception following in Assembly Hall of the Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St. Information: ejeffries@archindy.org or 317-236-1448.

St. Malachy Parish, 7410 N. County Road 1000 E., Brownsburg. Altar Society Spring Bingo Fundraiser, 2-4 p.m., doors open at 1:15p.m., $10 bingo only, $20 bundle packs, snacks and drinks available for purchase. Information: 317-809-4069 or altarsociety@stmalachy.org.

April 27

St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. Monthly Ecumenical Taizé Prayer Service, sung prayers, meditation and readings. 7-8 p.m. Information: 317-926-7359 or rectory@saintmichaelindy.org.

White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. International Salad Bowl, learn to make salads from various countries, Ann Testa presenting, 5:30-8:30 p.m., $35. Registration deadline Apr. 20. Information: 812-535-2931, wvc@spsmw.org, or www.spsmw.org/providence-center/events.

St. Paul Hermitage, 501 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Ave Maria Guild Card Party, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Information: 317-223-3687, vlgmimi@aol.com.

April 28

The Willows, 6729 Westfield Blvd., Indianapolis. Lumen Christi Catholic School “Light in the City” Annual Dinner and Fundraiser, featuring national radio and television host Dr. Ray Guarendi speaking on “Laughter: The Sanity of Family”, 6 p.m. cocktail reception and silent auction, 7 p.m. dinner and music, $75 per person, sponsorships available. Registration, information: 317-632-3174 or www.lumenchristischool.org.

April 29

The Willows, 6729 Westfield Blvd., Indianapolis.  St. Luke the Evangelist Church Marriage on Tap sponsored Euchre Tournament, round robin format, food, cash bar, 7-9:30 p.m., $20 per person or $40 couple, must be 21 or over. Register: www.stluke.org/marriage-on-tap by April 23. Information: 317-259-4373.     

May 2

Mission 27 Resale, 132 Leota St., Indianapolis. Senior Discount Day, every Tuesday, seniors get 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.

The Galt House Hotel, 140 N. 4th St., Louisville, Ky. St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities “Giving Hope, Changing Lives” Gala, silent and live auctions, dinner, testimonials, social hour begins at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. followed by program, free but donations requested. Reservations by April 20 at info@stecharities.org. Information: 812-949-7305.

Archbishop Edward T. 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.

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. “Calling Youth to Mission: Equipping Young Disciples” Workshop, presented by The Center for Ministry Development and New Albany Catholic Youth Ministries, for all parish leaders ministering to adolescents, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., $54 includes lunch and handouts. Register: goo.gl/jhHvG6.  Information: Nancy Flint, 253-853-5422 or nancy@cmdnet.org.

May 3

Ritz Charles, 12156 N. Meridian, Carmel. St. Augustine Guild 50th Anniversary Luncheon and Style Show, “Hats Off to Spring,” proceeds benefit St. Augustine Home for the Aged and the Little Sisters of the Poor, 10:30 a.m. silent auction, 12 p.m. lunch and style show by Siro’s Chic Boutique, $50 per person. Information and reservations: Joanne Dyer, 317-294-1955 or joannedyer@aol.com.

May 4

White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Get Saucy: Making Delicious Sauces at Home, five basic sauces and how to vary them to suit the occasion, Robyn Morton presenting, 5:30-8:30 p.m., $35. Registration deadline April 27. Information: 812-535-2931, wvc@spsmw.org, or www.spsmw.org/providence-center/events.

May 5

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral chapel, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Lumen Dei Catholic Business Group, 6:30 a.m. Mass, 7:15-8:30 a.m. breakfast at Lincoln Square Pancake House, 2330 N. Meridian, Indianapolis. Information: 317-435-3447 or lumen.dei@comcast.net.

Most Holy Name of Jesus  Church, 89 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. First Friday devotion, exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, 5:30 p.m.; reconciliation, 5:45-6:45 p.m.; Mass, 7 p.m.; Litany of the Sacred Heart and prayers for the Holy Father, 7:30 p.m. Information: 317-784-5454.

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 9:30 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.

May 6

St. Michael Church, 145 St. Michael Blvd., Brookville. First Saturday Marian Devotional Prayer Group, Mass, prayers, rosary, confession, meditation, 8 a.m. Information: 765-647-5462.

Terre Haute Helpers of God’s Precious Infants, 7:30 a.m. Mass at the Carmelite Monastery, 59 Allendale, Terre Haute; 8:45 a.m. car pool from St. Patrick Parish, 1807 Poplar St., Terre Haute, to Bloomington Planned Parenthood, 421 S. College Ave., arriving 10:15 a.m.; return to St. Patrick Parish around noon. Information: Tom McBroom, 812-841-0060, mcbroom.tom@gmail.com.

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Shop Inn-spired, gift shop sale, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Information: 317-788-7581.

Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ Parish, 7225 Southeastern Ave., Indianapolis. The Mystery of Marriage, enrichment day for married and engaged couples sponsored by Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ and St. Jude, Indianapolis, Dr. Tim O’Mally presenting, 12-5 p.m., $40 per couple, includes lunch. Information: 317-357-1200 or mross@nativity.org. Registration: www.nativityindy.org/mysteryofmarriage.

May 7  

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 14596 Oak Ridge Road, Carmel. Stephen Ministry Introductory Workshop, for pastors, church staff, lay leaders and caregivers, 2-6 p.m., $15 per person or $50 for a group of four or more from same congregation. Information and registration: 314-428-2600 or www.stephenministry.org/workshop.

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General Announcements 

National Association of Lay Ministry to be held in Indianapolis on June 1-3

 

Disabilities Awareness Mass set for April 23 at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral

The archdiocesan Office of Catechesis is offering a special Archdiocesan Disabilities Awareness Mass at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., in Indianapolis, at 10:30 a.m. on April 23.

The Mass, which is on Divine Mercy Sunday, celebrates the gift and dignity of each person.

A reception will follow in the Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center Assembly Hall, 1400 N. Meridian St., across from the cathedral.

For more information, call 317-236-1448 or e-mail ejeffries@archindy.org.

 

Six-week bereavement support group in Indianapolis starts April 18 and 20

Seasons of Hope, a bereavement support group program, will be offered in the Parish Life Center at St. Simon the Apostle Parish, 8155 Oaklandon Road, in Indianapolis once a week for six weeks with both a day and evening session available.

Day sessions will begin on April 18 at noon.

Evening sessions will begin on April 20 at 7 p.m.

For more information or to register, contact Mona Lime at 317-371-8993 or monalime@comcast.net.

 

St. Joseph Parish in Shelbyville to host Tony Melendez in concert on April 22

Tony Melendez will perform a bi-lingual concert at St. Joseph Church, 125 E. Broadway St., in Shelbyville, from 7-10 p.m. on April 22.

Melendez, who was born without arms, is a contemporary Catholic musician who plays guitar with his toes. He has played for St. John Paul II, on shows such as The Today Show and Good Morning America, and performed concerts in more than 40 countries.

The event follows the 5 p.m. Vigil Mass. Food will be available for purchase from 5:45-7 p.m. in the church cafeteria. Confession will be available during the concert.

Tickets are $15 in advance for ages 12 and older. Tickets at the door are $20. Only 500 tickets will be sold.

For more information or to order tickets, call 317-398-8227.

Spring Boutique on April 22 to benefit St. Vincent de Paul food pantry

The Indianapolis Society of St. Vincent de Paul will host a Spring Boutique at the Riviera Club, 5640 N. Illinois St., in Indianapolis, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on April 22.

The event will benefit the society’s food pantry, and includes more than 30 artisans/vendors and a cash bar.

Admission is free, but participants are asked to bring non-perishable food items or personal hygiene products for entrance.

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Retreats and Programs

April 7-9

Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad, “Celebrating the Paschal Mystery,” Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Tobit Marriage Preparation Weekend, $298 includes separate room accommodations for couple, meals, snacks and materials. Information, registration: www.archindy.org/fatima/calendar/tobit.html, Marcia.johnson@archindy.org or 317-545-7681, ext. 107.

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Sacred Rhythms of Prayer, Benedictine Sister Carol Falkner and Patty Moore presenting, 7 p.m. Sat. through 10:30 a.m. Sun., $200 per person; bring a friend - $175 per person. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. The Wisdom of the Second Half of Life women’s retreat, Judy Ribar presenting, 7 p.m. Fri.-2 pm. Sun., $150 includes lunch and dinner on Sat. and lunch on Sun. Information and registration: 812-923-8817, retreats@mountsaintfrancis.org or www.mountsaintfrancis.org.

April 9-13

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Holy Week of Silent Days and Nights, 4:30 p.m. Sun. through 4 p.m. Thurs., $32 includes room for the day, continental breakfast, lunch and use of commons area, additional $37 includes overnight stay and light dinner. Information and registration: 317-545-7681, ext. 107 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

April 11

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Humor as a Christian Value: The Relationship of Religion and Humor, week two of four (April 18 and 25), Benedictine Father Matthias Neuman presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 12-16

Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad, Holy Week Retreat, Benedictine Father Colman Grabert presenting, $465 single, $735 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

April 13-16

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Triduum Retreat, 4:30 p.m. Thurs.-1 p.m. Sun., $325 includes room and meal. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 14

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Spend a Day with God: Personal Retreat Day, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 includes room and lunch. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 18

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Humor as a Christian Value: Humor as a Religious Tool, week three of four (April 25), Benedictine Father Matthias Neuman presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 18-20

Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad, “How long, O Lord?” Benedictine Father Zachary Wilberding presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

April 25

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Humor as a Christian Value: Humor as a Gift of the Holy Spirit, Benedictine Father Matthias presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 26

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Healing and Art, Ann Wathen presenting, 1:30-3:30 p.m., $25. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 29

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. A Retreat Day with the St. John’s Bible Illumination and Creative Prayer, Benedictine Sisters Angela Jarboe and Juliann Babcock presenting, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., $55 includes lunch. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 28-30

Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad, “Praying with the Gospel of Luke,” Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell 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 Weekend. 7 p.m. Fri.-4 p.m. Sun., $75 application fee. Information and registration: Mark and Jill Levine at 317-888-1892 or www.wwme.org.

April 29

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Teaching Your Child/Grandchild to Pray, Franciscan Sister Patricia Zureick , presenting, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $45 includes lunch. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com.

May 4

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the­ Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Women of So Many Names: Mary, Our Lady of Providence, Queen of the Home, Providence Sister Jan Craven presenting, 9:30-11 a.m. or 6:30-8 p.m., $10. Registration deadline May 1. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/providence-center/events.

May 5-6

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Pre-Cana Preparation Conference, $255 with overnight accommodations (two rooms), $185 for commuters, includes meals, snacks and materials. Information, registration: www.archindy.org/plfl/marriage-precana.html.

May 5-7

Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad, The Church in the Modern World, Benedictine Father Adriane Burke, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

May 9

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Spend a Day with God: Personal Retreat Day, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 includes room and lunch; spiritual direction $30 (optional). Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

May 9-11

Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad, St. Gregory the Great and Monastic Wisdom, Benedictine Father Luke Waugh, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

May 19-21

Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad, Fruits of the Catholic Faith, Benedictine Novice Timothy Herrmann, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Tobit Marriage Preparation Weekend, $298 includes separate room accommodations for couple, meals, snacks and materials. Information, registration: www.archindy.org/fatima/calendar/tobit.html, Marcia.johnson@archindy.org or 317-545-7681, ext. 107.

May 22

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis.  Silent Self-Guided Day of Reflection, $32 includes room for the day, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas, additional $37 extends stay to include the night before or night after day of silence and includes light dinner.  Information and registration: 317-545-7681, ext. 107 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

June 2-3

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Pre-Cana Preparation Conference, $255 with overnight accommodations (two rooms), $185 for commuters, includes meals, snacks and materials. Information, registration: www.archindy.org/plfl/marriage-precana.html.

June 8

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Garden Retreat, Benedictine Sister Cathy Anne Lepore presenting, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $55 includes lunch. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

June 13

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Spend a Day with God: Personal Retreat Day, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 includes room and lunch; spiritual direction $30 (optional). Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

June 16-22

Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad, The Image as a Window to the Spiritual: An Artist’s Six-Day Hands-on Workshop and Retreat, Benedictine Father Martin Erspamer and Passionist Brother Michael Moran, presenters, $650 single, $950 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

July 14-16

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. A Weekend with Mary, Our Blessed Mother, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

June 18-24

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Setting Out on the Way with the Gospel as Our Guide, Benedictine Father Meinrad Miller presenting, $500. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

June 23-25

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Tobit Marriage Preparation Weekend, $298 includes separate room accommodations for couple, meals, snacks and materials. Information, registration: www.archindy.org/fatima/calendar/tobit.html, Marcia.johnson@archindy.org or 317-545-7681, ext. 107.

June 26

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis.  Silent Self-Guided Day of Reflection, $32 includes room for the day, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas, additional $37 extends stay to include the night before or night after day of silence and includes light dinner.  Information and registration: 317-545-7681, ext. 107 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

June 30-July 1

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Monasticism in the Twenty-First Century: A View from the Trenches, Cistercian monk Father Michael Casey presenting, 7-9 p.m., Friday, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat., $195 residential, $145 commuter. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

July 7-9

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis.  Twelve Step Weekend Retreat for Women. Information and registration: 317-753-8527.

July 7

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis.  Silent Self-Guided Day of Reflection, $32 includes room for the day, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas, additional $37 extends stay to include the night before or night after day of silence and includes light dinner.  Information and registration: 317-545-7681, ext. 107 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

July 17-21

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “Bringing to Life the Word of God in Song” Benedictine Father Columba Kelly, presenter, $465 single, $735 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

July 21-23

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Tobit Marriage Preparation Weekend, $298 includes separate room accommodations for couple, meals, snacks and materials. Information, registration: www.archindy.org/fatima/calendar/tobit.html, Marcia.johnson@archindy.org or 317-545-7681, ext. 107.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “A Step 11 Retreat for Recovering Alcoholics and Alanons” Dave Maloney, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

July 24-28

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “Bringing to Life the Word of God in Song” Benedictine Father Columba Kelly, presenter, $465 single, $735 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

July 25-27

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “Forgiven and Forgiving” Benedictine Father Zachary Wilberding, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

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