September 5, 2025

Events Calendar

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The Coming Month - - - General - - - Retreats 

The Coming Month

September 9

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.

September 12

Victory Field, 501 W. Maryland St., Indianapolis. Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs, fundraiser for Covenant Resources Miscarriage Ministry, 7:05 p.m., gates open 6 p.m., post-game fireworks, tickets $16. Information: 812-212-3463, contactus@covenantresources.org. Tickets: gofevo.com/event/Covenantresources22.

September 12-13

St. Thomas More Parish, 1200 N. Indiana St., Mooresville. September-fest, 5-10 p.m., live music, balloon rides, beer and wine garden, kids’ games, food, free admission. Information: 317-831-4142, pweber@stm-church.org.

September 13

St. Bartholomew Church, 1306 27th St., Columbus. National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children Prayer Service, 11 a.m., rosary, Divine Mercy chaplet and other prayers. Information: Kelley Snoddy, 812-350-2731.

St. Michael the Archangel Parish parking lot, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. St. Vincent de Paul Stuff-A-Truck, 9-11 a.m., accepting clothing, household goods and linens (all in closed bags), furniture, bicycles, bicycle helmets and locks, backpacks. Information: bsisk@svdpindy.org.

Touch of the Earth Natural Area (on Country Club Road 1/2 mile south of State Road 46), Columbus. Pilgrimage of Hope for Creation, 10-11:30 a.m., trail hike stopping at five stations reflecting on creation, free, limited parking so carpooling recommended, hosted by St. Bartholomew Parish Care for Our Common Home Ministry, registration required by Sept. 10. Information, registration: 812-379-9353, stbcareforourcommonhome@gmail.com.

SS. Francis and Clare of Assisi Parish, 5901 Olive Branch Road, Greenwood. Celebrating 800 Years of St. Francis’ “Canticle of the Creature,” 10 a.m.-4 p.m., retreat reflecting on St. Francis’ poem, speakers include former Laudato Si’ Platform director John Mundell and Deacon James Kitchens, lunch provided, free, register by Sept. 10. Information, registration: 317-658-2516, helenburke316@gmail.com.

September 13-14

Prince of Peace Schools, 305 W. State St., Madison. Summer Festival, 5p.m.-midnight, carnival rides, kids’ games, food, live music, free admission, $5 parking. Information: 812-599-0291.

September 15

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. St. Thomas More Society Red Mass and Dinner, 5:30 p.m. Mass for Catholic legal professionals followed by dinner at Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., former U.S. senator and ambassador to the Holy See Joseph Donnelly speaking, Woman for All Seasons honoree Indianapolis Bar Association and Foundation executive director Julie Armstrong, $50 individual, $90 couple. Information, registration: 317-236-1482, sorrell@archindy.org, tinyurl.com/redmass25.

September 17

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

September 18

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

September 19

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Indiana State Rep. Bob Morris presenting “Respect for Life: A Catholic Response to Capital Punishment in Indiana,” rosary 6:35 a.m., Mass 7 a.m., buffet breakfast and program following, $20 members, $25 non-members. Register by 4 p.m. on Sept. 16. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

September 19-20

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 7575 Holliday Dr. E., Indianapolis. Fall Fest Weekend, Fri.: 6-11 p.m., Adults’ Night Out, bingo tickets $50, live music, beer garden. Sat.: 3-11 p.m. Family Fun Day, children’s game and activity area, free admission. Information: 317-259-4373, thartley@stluke.org. †y Rd. 750 N., Brownsburg. Country Fair and Hog Roast, Fri. 4-11 p.m., Sat. 3-11 p.m., midway, live entertainment, food, games, beer tent, sensory-friendly area available, free admission. Information: 317-852-3195, info@stmalachy.org.

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish, 502 E. Stevens St., Indianapolis. Circle City Irish Festival, Fri. 4-10 p.m., Sat. noon-10 p.m., Irish music, food trucks, Irish market, Wee Folk area, Kerry cows, Irish wolfhounds, $15, ages 12 and younger free. Information: 317-627-0561, katemiller71@gmail.com.

September 20

St. Augustine Parish, 315 E. Chestnut St., Jeffersonville. Octoberfest, 4-10 p.m., music, authentic German food and drink, free admission. Information: 812-282-2677, communications@jeffersonvillecatholic.org.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 Saint Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. MountFest: Art, Music and Food Festival, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., 65 local artisan booths, live music, food trucks, regional wine and beer, free admission, $5 suggested parking per vehicle. Information: 812-923-8817.

Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ Parish, 7225 Southeastern Ave., Indianapolis. Catholic Social Teaching Workshop, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., archdiocesan director of Catholic Charities-Social Concerns Theresa Chamblee presenting, lunch included, online registration with credit card $17.85, or $15 cash or check by contacting Laura Sheehan at lsheehan@archindy.org, register by Sept. 18. Information, registration: tinyurl.com/socialteaching25, 317-542-2492, lsheehan@archindy.org.

St. Bridget of Ireland Parish, 404 E. Vine St., Liberty. Oktoberfest, 4-10 p.m., German food, beer/wine garden, basket raffle, queen of hearts, gaming, cash raffles, country store, religious items booth, snack shack, children’s play area, German band, free admission. Information: 765-825-8578, secretary@stgabrielconnersville.org.

September 20-21

Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Pre-Cana Marriage Preparation Retreat, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. both days, includes light breakfast, box lunch, snacks, all books, materials, Mass, opportunity for confession, $200. Information, registration: 317-236-7310, marriageandfamily.archindy.org/pre-cana-retreat.

St. Louis Parish, 13 E. St. Louis Pl., Batesville. Parish Festival, Sat.: 5-11 p.m., live music, pulled pork, pull tabs, cash raffle. Sun.: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., chicken and roast beef dinners, country store, basket booth, plant stand, Eureka band, free admission. Information: 812-934-3204, mwachsmann@st.louisschool.org.

Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish 150th Jubilee Celebration. Sat.: 4 p.m. Mass, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 1530 Union St., Indianapolis, Archbishop Charles C. Thompson celebrant; 6 p.m. dinner at Primo Event Center, 2615 National Ave., Indianapolis, doors open 5:30 p.m., $50 adult, $100 couple, sponsorships available, order tickets at sacredheartindy.com or email springman0823@hotmail.com. Sun.: 9 a.m. Mass at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Franciscan Provincial Councilor Father Sam Nasada celebrant; 10:30 a.m. free luncheon in Sacred Heart Hall, 1125 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis, no RSVP required.

September 21

St. Meinrad Parish, 19570 N. 4th St., St. Meinrad. Annual Fall Picnic, 9:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. CT, fried chicken dinners, live entertainment, family fun, St. Meinrad’s famous soup, German tenderloins, raffles, church tours, country store, free admission. Information: 812-357-5533, smcatholic.church/fall-picnic, info@myparishfamily.church,

St. Michael Parish, 101 St. Michaels Dr., Charlestown. Septemberfest, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., chicken dinner, authentic Mexican food, cash and quilt raffles, silent auction, games of chance, free admission. Information: 812-256-3200, stmichaelsecretary@northclarkcountycatholic.org.

September 25

Indianapolis Marriott Downtown Ballroom, 350 W. Maryland St., Indianapolis. Right to Life of Indianapolis: Celebrate Life Dinner, 6 p.m., Catholic speaker Dr. Ray Guarendi presenting, $125, register by Sept. 15. Information, registration: tinyurl.com/celebratelifeindy25, 317-582-1526, life@rtlindy.org.

September 26-27

Holy Name of Jesus Parish, 89 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Oktoberfest, 5 p.m.-midnight, live music, beer and wine, food and drink, Kids Zone, trivia contest, big ticket raffle, pull tabs, 50/50, health fair, bingo, Monte Carlo, free admission. Information: 317-784-5454, parishadmin@holyname.cc.

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 5333 Washington St., Indianapolis. Fall Festival, Fri. 5 p.m.-midnight, Sat. 2 p.m.-midnight, kids’ games, live music, Silly Safari, foods, desserts, raffle, Monte Carlo tent, free admission. Information: 317-356-7291, ollfallfest@gmail.com.

September 26-28

SS. Francis and Clare of Assisi Parish, 5901 Olive Branch Road, Greenwood. Fall Festival, Fri.: 4-5 p.m. rides only, 5-10 p.m. full festival. Sat.: noon-10 p.m. full festival, rides, food, games, live entertainment. Sun.: noon-5 p.m. rides only, free admission, ride ticket prices TBA. Information: 317-859-4673, festival@ss-fc.org.

September 27

St. Matthew the Apostle Parish, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Oktoberfest, 5-10 p.m., live band, kids’ entertainment and activities, beer garden, stein holding competition, food trucks, free admission. Information: 317-257-4297, bulletin@saintmatt.org.

Immaculate Conception Parish, 2081 E. County Road 820 S., Millhousen. Parish Festival, 3-11 p.m., Stones fried chicken, mock turtle soup, Tree City Brew beer, Ertel’s wine, Hillbilly Corner ice cream, live music, 50/50 raffle, pull tabs, kids’ games. Information: 812-591-2362, kenny@millhousen.church.

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Faithful Citizens Rosary Walk, 10:45-11:45 a.m., meet in front of church. Information: holyrosary.prolife@gmail.com.

Knights of Columbus Council #3228 Fatima Event Center, 1040 Post Road, Indianapolis. God’s Embrace Coffee Yard Sale Fundraiser, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., yard sale benefitting God’s Embrace Coffee, which offers employment opportunities for those with special needs, sale accepts all items except mattresses and box springs, drop off all items by Sept. 26 between the hours of 7 a.m.-2 p.m. or call or email to arrange drop off, free. Information: 317-402-1930, c-simon@att.net.

September 27-28

St. Gabriel Parish, 232 W. 9th St., Connersville. Fall Festival, Sat. 3-11 p.m., Sun. 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., both days: casino games, beer garden, concessions, basket and cash raffles, axe throwing, live music; Sat: blessing of the beer, German food, wine bingo; Sun. chicken dinner, kids’ games, horse rides, bakery, free admission. Information: 765-825-8578, secretary@stgabrielconnersville.org.

September 28

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Filipino Mass, Divine Mercy 3 p.m., rosary 3:10 p.m., Mass 3:30 p.m. with homily in English, every fourth Sunday. Information: mariasolito@yahoo.com.

St. Mark Parish, 5377 Acorn Road, Tell City. Shooting Match and Festival, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., shooting match, raffles, handmade quilts, homemade pies, chili served by the bowl or gallon, hamburgers, hotdogs, brats and chicken sandwiches, bingo, games, free admission. Information: 812-836-2481, stmark@psci.net.

St. Michael Parish, 11400 Farmer’s Lane NE, Greenville. Parish Picnic, noon-4 p.m., indoor/outdoor seating, takeout available, beer and wine garden, raffles, silent auction, kid’s zone with pedal tractor pull, $15 boxed fried chicken dinner includes homemade dumplings, green beans, slaw and dessert, free admission. Information: 812-364-6646, st.michaelbradford@gmail.com.

October 1-8

National Shrine of the Little Flower Basilica, 2100 W. 12 Mile Road, Royal Oak, Mich. The Relics of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, several opportunities throughout the week for Mass and veneration of relics, free. Information: stthereseusa2025.com, StThereseUSA2025@gmail.com.

October 1

MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5:30-8:30 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.

October 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, 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.

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. IndyCatholic Young Adults First Friday Adoration, 7-7:15 p.m. and 8:30-9 p.m. fellowship in rectory, 7:15-7:30 p.m. reflection in chapel, 7:30-8:30 p.m. adoration and confession in chapel, free. Information: indycatholic.org, emastronicola@archindy.org.

October 3-4

St. Bartholomew Parish, 1306 27th St., Columbus. St. B Fest, Fri. 6-11 p.m., Sat. 4-10 p.m., live music, multicultural food, drinks, kids’ carnival, free admission. Information: 812-379-9353, stbfest@stbparish.net.

October 4

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.

St. Matthew the Apostle Church, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Children’s Rosary, 9 a.m., children of all ages invited to pray rosary every first Saturday, donuts and fellowship to follow, free. Information: julie3reyes@gmail.com.

October 5

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Respect Life Mass, 10 a.m., archdiocesan pro-life awards presented at end of Mass. Information: bvarick@archindy.org, 317-236-1521.

Holy Family Parish, 3027 Pearl St., Oldenburg. Parish Festival, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., fried chicken and roast beef dinners, turtle soup, money raffle, quilt raffle, basket raffle, silent auction, craft booths, free admission. Information: 812-934-3013, holyfamilycheryl@gmail.com.

St. John Paul II Parish, 2253 St. Joe Road West, Sellersburg. Chicken Dinner and Fall Festival, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., chicken dinner with homemade dumplings, raffles, booths and country store, free admission. Information: 812-246-2512, bsmith@stjohnpaulparish.org.

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish Holy Family Campus, 815 West Main St., Richmond. Fall Festival, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., fried chicken dinner, silent auction, gaming, craft tent, kids’ games, music, beer tent, free admission. Information: 765-962-3902, lmiller@setoncatholics.org.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 5692 Central Ave., Indianapolis. Oktoberfest, 4-11 p.m., food, drinks, kids’ games, cake walk live music, beer from Sun King, food provided by Sahm's Hospitality Group featuring sausages made by Old Major Market, Kinder Karneval, pumpkin decorating, face painting, pretzel necklaces, bounce houses, free admission., Fun Run (5K or 1 mile), 9 a.m., $10 per child, $20 per adult, $50 three or more, register by Sept. 30 for t-shirt. Information, 5K registration: 317-257-2266, tinyurl.com/IHMOktoberfest25, DrewHuntDC@gmail.com.

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General Announcements 

Workshop on Catholic social teaching will be offered on Sept. 20 in Indianapolis

A workshop on Catholic social teaching will be offered at Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ Parish, 7225 Southeastern Ave., in Indianapolis, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Sept. 20.

Theresa Chamblee, archdiocesan director of Catholic Charities-Social Concerns, will provide an overview of Catholic social teaching, including its history, principles and themes; the theology of charity; and tools and resources to help live and evangelize Catholic social teaching concepts.

The cost is $15, which includes lunch.

To register online via credit card, go to tinyurl.com/socialteaching25 ($2.85 service fee added). To pay by cash or check the day of the workshop, contact Laura Sheehan at 317-542-2492 or lsheehan@archindy.org.

While registration by Sept. 18 is preferred for planning purposes, walk-ins are also welcome (pay by cash or check at the door; credit cards not accepted).

For more information, contact Laura Sheehan as noted above.

 

St. Rita Parish will host a free health clinic on Sept. 19-20

A free health clinic will be held at St. Rita Parish, 1733 Dr. Andrew J. Brown Ave., in Indianapolis, on Sept. 19-20.

Lung cancer screenings will be available from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sept. 19.

Flu, COVID and pneumonia shots, a Red Cross blood drive and vendors will be available from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Sept. 20.

The event is sponsored by Franciscan Health and the Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary, Council and Court #97.

Walk-ins are welcome on both days, although advance registration is available.

To register for shots, go to bit.ly/FluShotClinic25. To register for the blood drive or for more information about the health fair, call 317-332-1020 or e-mail boradeelight@gmail.com.

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Retreats and Programs

September 10

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Bible Bootcamp: The Old Testament, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $75. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Dementia Education Series: A Positive Approach to Care, 1-3 p.m., first of six stand-alone sessions (Sept. 25, Oct. 8 and 22, Nov. 5 and 19), respite care available for five families, limited space, registration encouraged, online option available. Information, registration: 812-238-1561, Events.SistersofProvidence.org, ecollins@spsmw.org.

September 12

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.

September 12-14

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Unpacking the Vocation of Marriage through Scripture and Married Saints, married couples retreat, Josh and Angie Gruelich presenting, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

September 17

Jubilee Year of Hope Webinar Series, “Pope Francis’ Call to Hope,” noon-1 p.m., sponsored by Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, associate retreat director Judy Ribar presenting, $25, register by Sept. 10. Information, registration: 812-923-8817, tinyurl.com/YearofHopeSeries.

September 18

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: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

September 19-21

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Young Adult Retreat, unstructured, directed by Benedictine Father Simon Herrmann, $50 single, $100 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. You Are Not Alone Retreat for Suicide Loss Survivors, Fri. 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m., Sat. 8:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m., Sun. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., licensed therapist Christine Turo-Shields, Father James Farrell and loss survivors Lisa Thibault and Shelly and Shea Wynn presenting, $40, includes program, meals, snacks, private guest room to use during the days of program, overnight stay available for additional $35. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. The Wisdom and Beauty of Vatican II, 5 p.m. Fri.-10 a.m. Sun., Deacon Edward Walker (Diocese of Evansville, Ind.) presenting, $241 for single, $302.90 double, $368 triple, $433.12 quadruple, includes four meals and room for two nights, commuters $50.70 includes lunch and dinner on Sat. Information, registration: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, motheroftheredeemer.com.

September 24-25

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 Saint Anthony Dr., Mount St. Francis. Indiana Pilgrimage, 9 a.m. Wed.-evening Thurs., for Jubilee of Hope, Conventual Franciscan Father Wayne Hellman, pilgrimage leader, destinations include: Monastery of Immaculate Conception, Ferdinand; Monte Casina Shrine and Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad; St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, Vincennes; St. Mary-of-the-Woods, Terre Haute; SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, Indianapolis; Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg, St. Mary-of-the-Knobs Church, St.-Mary-of-the-Knobs; $50 includes lunch and gas for drivers, $100 additional for overnight hotel stay (link provided after registration). Information, registration: 812-923-8817, mountsaintfrancis.org/indiana-pilgrimage.

September 25

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Dementia Education Series: A Positive Approach to Care, 1-3 p.m., second of six stand-alone sessions (Oct. 8 and 22, Nov. 5 and 19), respite care available for five families, limited space, registration encouraged, online option available. Information, registration: 812-238-1561, Events.SistersofProvidence.org, ecollins@spsmw.org.

September 26-28

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. TOBIT Marriage Preparation Weekend, 7 p.m. Fri.-11:45 a.m. Sun., $330 per couple, separate rooms, includes meals and materials. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

September 30

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Fatima on the Road” Bus Trip: Jubilee Year 2025 Pilgrimage to Maria Stein Shrine of the Holy Relics, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., motorcoach trip to Maria Stein, Ohio, to the Maria Stein Shrine of the Holy Relics to see more than 1,200 relics, Mass with Father James Farrell, $100, lunch and on-board snacks provided. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

October 4

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Marian Day of Prayer, 9:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Father Isaac Siefker facilitating, procession, prayer and talks, free, sack lunch $5 or bring lunch. Information, sack lunch purchase: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, motheroftheredeemer.com.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 Saint Anthony Dr., Mount St. Francis. Pilgrimage of Hope: Walking Pilgrimage, 10 a.m., Conventual Franciscan Father Vince Petersen presenting, $25 includes lunch, register by Sept. 27. Information, registration: 812-923-8817, tinyurl.com/YearofHopeSeries.

October 8

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Dementia Education Series: A Positive Approach to Care, 1-3 p.m., third of six stand-alone sessions (Oct. 22, Nov. 5 and 19), respite care available for five families, limited space, registration encouraged, online option available. Information, registration: 812-238-1561, Events.SistersofProvidence.org, ecollins@spsmw.org.

October 10

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.

October 10-12

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Benedictine Spirituality as Lived in Marriage, married couples retreat, Archdiocese of Louisville Deacon Richard Zoldak and wife Cherie presenting, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

October 11

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. The Jewishness of Jesus, 9:30-11:30 a.m., George Kelley presenting, $30, $45 with CEUs. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

October 13-17

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Faith Stories from the Gospel of John retreat for priests, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $625 single, $1,250 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

October 22

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Dementia Education Series: A Positive Approach to Care, 1-3 p.m., fourth of six stand-alone sessions (Nov. 5 and 19), respite care available for five families, limited space, registration encouraged, online option available. Information, registration: 812-238-1561, Events.SistersofProvidence.org, ecollins@spsmw.org.

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: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

October 24-26

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Peace in the Mourning Grief Retreat for Widows, 6 p.m. Fri.-noon Sun., $255 includes meals and private room with shared bath. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

November 1

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Creativity is a Form of Prayer: Cardmaking, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Franciscan Sister Kathleen Branham presenting, $50 includes lunch. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

November 3

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Divine Wine and Art with Heart, 5-9 p.m., includes wine, beverages, snacks and all painting materials. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

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