January 12, 2024

Events Calendar

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The Coming Month

January 17

St. Joan of Arc Church, 4217 Central Ave., Indianapolis. “True Presence” presentation, 7 p.m., led by National Eucharistic Revival preacher Dominican Father Patrick Hyde. Information: 317-283-5508.

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 18

St. Pius X Church, 7200 Sarto Dr., Indianapolis. Sensory-friendly Mass, 7 p.m., for those with sensitivities to light, sound and smell, picture Mass aids available, all are welcome. Information: 317-446-5507, shannyrae67@gmail.com.

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 after the game, a portion of each ticket purchased will go to Covenant Resources Miscarriage Ministry, e. Information, tickets: 812-212-3463, contactus@covenantresources.org, tinyurl.com/crmmpacers24.

February 2, March 1

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.

February 3, March 2

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.

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 13, March 12

Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Taizé Prayer at the Woods, 7-8 p.m., silent and spoken prayers, simple music, silence, virtual option available. Information: Taize.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952.

February 17

St. Michael Parish, 11400 Farmers Lane NE, 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: “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 youths 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 p.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, bit.ly/3PJ7RlD.

March 7

Monthly Prayer with Sisters of Providence: “Prayer on Women’s History Month,” 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.

March 9

The Schrott Center for the Arts, 610 W. 46th St., Indianapolis. The Passion of Joan of Arc silent film with orchestra, 7:30 p.m., live performance of Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra and chorus, composition by Richard Einhorn, tickets $35-$45, students and children free. Information, tickets: 317-940-9607, info@icomusic.org, tinyurl.com/icojoan24.

March 16

Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 South Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis. Covenant Resources Miscarriage Ministry Night with the Indiana Pacers, 7 p.m., Pacers vs. Nets, 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 to 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.

March 25

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Leave the Light On, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., priests available for sacrament of reconciliation, no appointment needed. Information: 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

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General Announcements 

‘Understanding the Mass’ presentation will take place at Good Shepherd Parish on Jan. 21

A presentation called “Understanding the Mass” will take place at Good Shepherd Parish, 2905 Carson Ave., in Indianapolis, from 3-5 p.m. on Jan. 21.

The talk, sponsored by the Good Shepherd Parish Eucharistic Revival Committee, will be given by Father Robert Robeson, pastor of Good Shepherd Parish and Holy Name of Jesus Parish in Beech Grove.

The event is free and will include refreshments after the presentation.

For more information, contact Good Shepherd Parish at 317-783-3158 or goodshepherdcc@sbcglobal.org.

 

Feb. 3 soup bowl fundraiser for Catholic Charities Terre Haute features works of local artists and chefs

The 14th Annual Soup Bowl Benefit to support Catholic Charities Terre Haute will take place at Maryland Community Church, 4700 State Road 46, in Terre Haute, from 3-5 p.m. on Feb. 3.

At the benefit, guests will select their own hand-crafted bowl created by local artists and sample soups from local restaurants and chefs.

The event is limited to 300 attendees, and each seat costs $30.

For more information or to purchase tickets, go to tinysurl.com/THSB24 or contact Jessica Murphy at 812-232-1447, option 3, or jmurphy@ccthin.org.

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Retreats and Programs

January 13

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Awakened Grief: Finding the Way Back to Joy, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Life Coach Richard Brendan presenting, $30, $45 with CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

January 14

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talks: Spirituality in the Face of Adversity, 10:45 a.m.-noon, Oldenburg Franciscan Center spiritual director Mary Waskewich presenting on Holocaust survivor Simon Wiesenthal, free will donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

January 15

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality 101 St. Anthony Drive, Mount Saint Francis. In the Name of Love: The Life and Legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., 7-8:30 p.m., Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen presenting, freewill offering accepted, registration required. Information, registration: tinyurl.com/msfnameoflove24, 812-923-8817.

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 19-21

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Rd. 48, Bloomington. Our Lady of Loreto and Her Litany, 5 p.m. Fri.-11 a.m. Sun., Franciscans of the Immaculate Father Elias Mary presenting, $50.70 commuter, $241 single room, $302.90 double, $369.08 triple, $433.12 quadruple, cost includes housing, three meals Sat. and one meal Sun. Information: 812-825-4642 ext. 1, MotheroftheRedeemer.com.

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: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

January 23

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $45, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $32, dinner additional $11. Registration: archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

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.

January 27

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Holocaust Speaker: Son of a Survivor, 9:30-11:30 a.m., son of Holocaust survivor Steve Coppel presenting, $30. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

February 1

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Divine Wine and Art with Heart, 5-9 p.m., artist Mandi Voegele presenting, $45, includes all art supplies, snacks and beverage. Registration: archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.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 7

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.

February 9

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.

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 15

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $45, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $32, dinner additional $11. Registration: archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

February 24

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Embracing our Threefold Call to Holiness as Priest, Prophet and King, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Deacon Robert Beyke presenting, $45, includes Mass and lunch Registration: archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.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: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 1-3

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Finding Peace in the Chaos of Life—a Silent Guided Retreat, 6 p.m. Fri.-noon Sun., Father Jeff Godecker and spiritual director Mary Shaffner presenting, $220, includes accommodations, program materials, breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday. Registration: archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

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: 812-357-6611, 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: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 11

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Come to the Cross: Evening of Reflection, 5-9 p.m., Father Keith Hosey amd program manager Jennifer Burger presenting, $45, includes light supper and Mass. Registration: archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

March 15-17

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Sleeper Awake!, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 19

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Come to the Cross: Day of Reflection, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Father Keith Hosey with program manager Jennifer Burger presenting, $45, includes Mass and lunch Registration: archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

March 22-24

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Ponder and Proclaim! A Lenten Weekend Retreat, 6 p.m. Fri.-noon Sun., Father Jim Farrell and Deacon Rick Wagner presenting, $220, includes accommodations, program materials, breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday. Registration: archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

March 26, 27, 28

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Holy Week Days of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $45 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $32 per night, dinner additional $11 per meal. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

March 27-31

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Living the Liturgy of the Triduum, Benedictine Father Jeremy King presenting, $465 single, $735 double, commuter $200. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 29

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grov. Good Friday Day of Silence, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes private room for the day and lunch; must be scheduled in advance. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

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