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The Coming Month
February 24-May 28
RISE UP! Daily Lent and Easter Reflections, one- to two-minute video reflections led by Father Jonathan Meyer, pastor of All Saints Parish in Dearborn County, receive link via text or email, text “Riseup” to 84576, free. Information: 812-576-4302, clairkeck.asp@gmail.com.
February 26, 27
St. Simon the Apostle Parish, 8155 Oaklandon Rd., Indianapolis. Evenings of Reflection with Beth Leonard, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Catholic author and speaker Beth Leonard presents “Praying Your Child through Anything,” Leonard’s book available from St. Simon Parish Office for $12 in advance, includes refreshments, free. Information: 317-826-6000, brutski@saintsimon.org.
February 26-28
St. Matthew the Apostle Church, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Parish Mission, 7 p.m. each night, Father James Farrell presenting “Do this in Memory of Me,” reception afterward, free. Information: 317-257-4297, bulletin@saintmatt.org.
March 1
MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5:30 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.
March 2
White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Baking Sourdough Bread workshop, 6-8p.m., in-person or on Zoom, Candace Minster facilitator, $45 includes instruction materials and starter, register by Feb. 27. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, wvc@spsmw.org, spsmw.org/events.
March 3
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, www.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 5:45 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 Rd. W., Sellersburg. First Friday Devotion, 11:45 a.m., litany, consecration to the Sacred Heart, Divine Mercy Chaplet followed by noon Mass. Information: 812-246-2512.
Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigrant Services, 8228 Madison Ave., Indianapolis. Stations of the Cross for Refugees, 6:30-8 p.m., free. Information: 317-236-1531, lsheehan@archindy.org.
March 4
St. John Paul II Church, 2253 St. Joe Rd. W., Sellersburg. First Saturday Devotion, 8 a.m., rosary, litany, consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, confessions 8:10-8:30 a.m. followed by 8:30 a.m. Mass. Information: 812-246-2512.
St. Joan of Arc Parish, 4217 Central Ave., Indianapolis. Men’s Prayer Breakfast, 8 a.m. Mass, 8:30 a.m. breakfast in school gym with Father Joseph Moriarty, Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary rector, presenting “St. Joseph, A Model of Virtue,” 10 a.m. reconciliation, freewill donation. Information, RSVP: pachciarz@sbcglobal.net, 317-442-5542.
Greenwood Public Library, 310 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Pro-life Movie Night: Lifemark, 2-4:30 p.m., includes refreshments and activities for small children, film is PG-13, freewill donation. Information: 317-946-3813, homeschoolers4life.indy@gmail.com.
March 5
Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, Pump House Studio, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Bluegrass Jam, 5:30 p.m., free. Information: franciscansusa.org/bluegrass-jam.
March 6-8
St. Joseph University Parish, 113 St. 5th St., Terre Haute. Parish Mission: Walking Humbly with Our God, 6-7:30 p.m. each night, Conventual Franciscan Father Richard Kaley presenting, free. Information: 812-232-7011, parishoffice@stjoeup.org.
March 12
Ancient Order of Hibernians St. Patrick’s Day Events. St. John the Evangelist Church, 126 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis: Celtic Cross Blessing, Mass, Parade: 10 a.m. Celtic Cross Blessing in church courtyard followed by Mass and parade to Indiana Roof Ballroom, 140
W. Washington St., Indianapolis, for Ancient Order of Hibernians St. Patrick’s Celebration, 11:40 a.m., plated luncheon and music from Ireland, honor ceremony, $40 adults, $16 ages 12 and younger, register by March 5. Information, registration: aohindy.com/spc, 317-258-5159, hegartynixon@gmail.com.
Holy Cross Gym, 125 Oriental Ave. Indianapolis.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration: Last One at Holy Cross, 3-7:30 p.m., live music by Irish Stew 4-7:30 p.m., Indianapolis Rogue Pipes and Drums 5 p.m., corned beef and cabbage, raffles, pull tabs, tip boards, bakery items available for purchase, $5 admission. Information: 317-695-5421 or 317-631-8746.
March 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.
March 15
Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-784-4439, www.catholiccemeteries.cc.
March 16
Our Lady of Peace Cemetery and Mausoleum, 9001 Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-574-8898 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.
March 17
Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Indiana Mills and Manufacturing vice president of global human resources Jon Trice presenting “IMMI: A Dynamic, Growing Business with a Christian Impact,” 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 March 14. Information, registration:
cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.
March 18
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 with retired Providence Sisters. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, jluna@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.
March 19
Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, Pump House Studio, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Bluegrass Jam, 5:30 p.m., free. Information: franciscansusa.org/bluegrass-jam.
March 19-20
St. Roch Church, 3600 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis. Bruté Weekend, Sat. 5 p.m., Sun. 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Masses celebrated by Father Joseph Moriarty, Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary rector, talks on how the seminary forms future priests. Information: Ellen Sanders, 317-236-1501, esanders@archindy.org.
March 20
Sr. Thea Bowman Black Catholic Women Monthly Prayer Gathering, via Zoom, third Monday of each month, sponsored by archdiocesan Black Catholic Ministry, 7 p.m. Join meeting: cutt.ly/SrTheaPrayer, meeting ID: 810 3567 0684 or dial-in at 301-715-8592. Information: Pearlette Springer, pspringer@archindy.org, 317-236-1474.
March 24-25
Planned Parenthood, 8590 Georgetown Rd., Indianapolis. 40 Days for Life Knights of Columbus Vigil, Fri. 7 p.m.- Sat. 7 a.m., free. Information: 317-372-0040, idipsumsapere@att.net.
March 25-26
Our Lady of the Greenwood Church, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. Bruté Weekend, Sat. 5:30 p.m., Sun. 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 5 p.m. Masses celebrated by Father Andrew Syberg, Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary vice rector, talks on how the seminary forms future priests. Information: Ellen Sanders, 317-236-1501, esanders@archindy.org.
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General Announcements
Parishes in central and southern Indiana offer Fish Fry Fridays during Lent
With Fridays being specific days of abstinence from meat during Lent, many parishes in central and southern Indiana will hold a fish fry on one or more Fridays during the Lenten season.
The following Lenten fish fry events were reported to The Criterion:
• St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 316 N. Sherwood Ave., Clarksville. Feb. 24, March 3, 10, 17 and 24 from 5-7:30 p.m. Baked or fried fish, oysters or shrimp with two sides, dine in, carry out, adults $11-$12, children $3-$7, sponsored by Men’s Club. Information: 812-282-2290, communications@stanthony-clarksville.com.
• St. Francis Xavier Parish, 101 N. Ferguson St., Henryville. Feb. 24,
March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 from 5-7 p.m. Fried fish, shrimp, fries, coleslaw, dessert table, dine in, carry out, dinner $10, fish sandwich $8, 8-piece shrimp order $8. Information: 812-294-4682, stfrancissecretary@northclarkcountycatholic.org.
• St. John Paul II Parish, St. Joe Hill campus, 2605 St. Joe Road W., Sellersburg. Feb. 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 from 5-7 p.m. Fried fish, shrimp or baked fish, fries, baked potato, baked beans, coleslaw, mac and cheese, cheese pizza, dessert table, dine in, carry out, drive through, dinner $14, sandwich and side $10, sandwich $8. Information: 812-246-2512.
• St. Jude School cafeteria, 5353 McFarland Rd., Indianapolis. Feb. 24 and March 10 from 4-7 p.m., dinners include fish filets, grilled cheese, French fries, macaroni and cheese, green beans, potatoes, water, lemonade or tea, freewill donation, Boy Scout Troop 51 fundraiser. Information: 317-752-2829.
• St. Matthew the Apostle Parish Gym, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Feb. 24, March 10 and 17 from 5-7:30 p.m. Dinner prices $10. Information: 317-257-4297, bulletin@saintmatt.org.
• St. Rita Parish, 1733 Dr. Andrew J. Brown Ave., Indianapolis. Feb. 24, March 3, 10, 17 and 24 from 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Dinners ($11.50-$16) include choice from seven entrées, two sides, soda, bread and dessert; entrée only $11.50-$13.75; side orders á la carte $1-$4; delivery available for six orders or more. Information: 317-632-9349, stritacatholicindpls@gmail.com.
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Retreats and Programs
February 28-March 2
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Freedom Through Forgiveness, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
March 3-5
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Life Along the Road—Reflections and Meditations on Our Life Journey Toward God: a Lenten Weekend Retreat, 6 p.m. Fri.-noon Sun., Father Jeffrey Godecker facilitating, $200 includes private accommodations, meals, snacks and program material, register by March 2. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.
March 4
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Grieving Our Losses, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind and clinical psychologist Claire Sherman facilitating, $30, $45 with CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
March 7
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Coffee and Conversation: Living Cruciform, 10-11:30 a.m., Patty Moore facilitating, series based on book The Broken Way, second of six independent sessions (March 14, 21, 28, April 4), $25 per session, journals provided. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
March 8
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.
March 9
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.
March 10-12
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. No Greater Love—A Pilgrimage from the Garden to the Resurrection, 9 a.m. Fri.-1 p.m. Sun., Benedictine Sister Carol Falkner and Patty Moore facilitating, $275 before March 1, $300 after March 1, includes meals and accommodations. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
March 13
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Living the Stations of the Cross—14 Timeless Treasures and One Mighty Resurrection: Evening of Reflection, 7-9 p.m., author Beth Leonard presenting, $25, register by March 12. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.
March 14
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Coffee and Conversation: Learning to Receive, 10-11:30 a.m., Patty Moore facilitating, series based on book The Broken Way, third of six independent sessions (March 21, 28, April 4), $25 per session, journals provided. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
March 16
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.
March 17-19
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Christian Hospitality: Welcoming One Another As Christ, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
March 18
Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Lenten Day of Reflection, 10:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Deacon Ed Walker (Diocese of Evansville) facilitating, $25 includes lunch. Information, registration: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, or motheroftheredeemer.com.
March 18-19
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Encountering the Women in the Bible—a Lenten Weekend Retreat with Father Jim Farrell, 8:30 a.m. Sat.-3:30 p.m. Sun., Father Jim Farrell facilitating, $160 includes Sat. breakfast, lunch and dinner, Sun. breakfast and lunch, overnight accommodations, register by March 17. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.
March 19
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Mystics—A Journey of Discovery: St. Bridget of Sweden, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Providence Sister Paula Damiano presenting, $25 includes materials and refreshments provided. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.
March 20
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Living the Stations of the Cross—14 Timeless Treasures and One Mighty Resurrection: Morning of Reflection, 9-11 a.m., Beth Leonard presenting, $25, register by March 19 Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.
March 21
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Coffee and Conversation: Real Koinonia, 10-11:30 a.m., Patty Moore facilitating, series based on book The Broken Way, fourth of six independent sessions (March 28, April 4), $25 per session, journals provided. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
March 24-26
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Welcoming In-laws, second Valentine Retreat for married couples, Benedictine Father Nöel Mueller presenting, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
March 28
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Coffee and Conversation: Embracing Inconvenience, 10-11:30 a.m., Patty Moore facilitating, series based on book The Broken Way, fifth of six independent sessions (April 4), $25 per session, journals provided. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
March 24-26
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Living Within a Mystery: a Paula D'Arcy Weekend Retreat, 6:30 p.m. Fri.-noon Sun., Paula D’Arcy facilitating, $250 includes Sat. breakfast, lunch and dinner, Sun. breakfast, snacks, overnight accommodations, register by March 23. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.
April 1
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Faith and the Arts, 9 a.m.-noon, Indiana State University Professor Emeritus Dr. Arthur Feinsod presenting, $25 includes materials and refreshments provided, register by Mar. 29. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, jfrost@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Priest, Prophet and King—Day of Reflection, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Deacon Robert Beyke facilitating, $45 includes lunch, program and Mass, register by March 31. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.
April 4
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Coffee and Conversation: Who We Serve, 10-11:30 a.m., Patty Moore facilitating, series based on book The Broken Way, sixth of six independent sessions, $25, journals provided. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
April 4, 5, 6
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Holy Week Days of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $30 per night, dinner additional $10 per meal. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.
April 5-9
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Celebrating the Paschal Mystery, Benedictine Father Nöel Mueller presenting, Holy Week retreat, $465 single, $735 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
April 6-9
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Triduum Retreat, 4:30 p.m. Thur.-1 p.m. Sun., $375, includes meals and accommodations. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Easter Triduum Retreat, 6 p.m. Thurs.-8 a.m. Sun., Franciscans of the Immaculate Fathers Terrance Chartier and Matthias Sasko facilitating, $50.70 per adult, children free, includes lunch and dinner on Sat., overnight accommodations additional cost, call for details. Information, registration: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, or motheroftheredeemer.com.
April 7
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Good Friday Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes private room for the day and lunch; spiritual direction not available for Good Friday. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
April 17-21
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Sermon on the Mount: Matthew’s Handbook for Living in the Kingdom of Heaven, priests retreat, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $465 single. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
April 22
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Values in Caring for Our Creation, 9 a.m.-noon, Benedictine Sister Sheila Marie Fitzpatrick presenting, $35. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
April 29
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Blessed Mother’s Beads, 9 a.m.-noon, Benedictine Sister Nicolette Etienne and Kathy Willis presenting, $60, includes materials, class limited to 25. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
April 28-30
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Tobit Marriage Preparation Weekend, 7 p.m. Fri.-11:45 a.m. Sun., for engaged couples only, includes materials, meals, snacks, presentations and separate overnight accommodations, $298 per couple. Registration: cutt.ly/TOBITIndy-042823or 317-545-7681. Information on program: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 x. 106 or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.
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