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The Coming Week
October 1
Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Lumen Dei meeting, 6:30 a.m. Mass, breakfast and program in Priori Hall, Servants of the Gospel of Life Sister Diane Carollo, presenter, $15 members, $20 non-members. Information: 317-435-3447 or e-mail macmac961@comcast.net.
Firefighters Union Hall, 748 Massachusetts Ave., Indianapolis. St. Mary Parish “Fall AuctionFest,” 6-9:30 p.m., $8 adults, $5 children 16 and under, $20 per family. Information: 317-637-3983 or juliemarie.johnstone@gmail.com.
Roncalli High School, 3300 Prague Road, Indianapolis. Alumni Association, Homecoming pre-game tent party, “On the Circle for the Class of 1961,” game, 7 p.m., post-game gathering, McQ’s Pub and Eatery. Information: 317-787-8277, ext. 242.
West Chase Golf Club, 4 Holloway Blvd., Brownsburg. St. Christopher Parish, seventh annual “Golf Outing,” sign-in 10:30 a.m., shotgun start, noon, $80 per person. Information: 317-241-6314 or golfouting@saintchristopherparish.org.
October 1-2
St. Vincent de Paul Parish, 4218 E. Michigan Road, Shelbyville. St. Ann Altar Society, rummage and bake sale, homemade noodles, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Information: 765-525-6911 or ebeyer@simon.com.
October 2
Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, 1530 Union St., Indianapolis. “Fall Festival,” music, food, children’s games, 1-11 p.m. Information: 317-638-5551.
St. Joseph Parish, 1375 S. Mickley Ave., Indianapolis. Ladies Altar Society, fall craft sale, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Information: 317-244-9002.
St. Paul Parish, 9798 N. Dearborn Road, Guilford. Youth for Christ Conference, “Jesus Our Hope,” students grades 7-12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Mass, 4 p.m., $10 per teen. Information: 812-623-0121 or mschmidl@nalu.net.
St. Mary Parish, 415 E. 8th St., New Albany. “Fall Festival,” food, games, 11 a.m. Information: 812-944-0888 or 812-944-0417.
October 3
SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Respect Life Sunday, Mass, 1 p.m., Msgr. Joseph F. Schaedel, celebrant, Life Chain following Mass, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
St. Joan of Arc Parish, 4217 N. Central Ave., Indianapolis. Health Fair, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., no charge. Information: 317-283-5508.
Church of the Immaculate Conception, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. St. Theodora Guérin feast day Mass, 11 a.m. Information: 812-535-4531.
St. Lawrence Ladies Auxiliary #100 of the Knights of St. John, 312 S. Wilder St., Greensburg. “Fall Festival,” turkey and roast beef dinners, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. adults $8, children $4. Information: 812-663-7893 or bmhead@verizon.net.
Holy Family Parish, 3027 Pearl St., Oldenburg. “Fall Festival,” 9 a.m.-8 p.m., chicken and roast beef dinners, booths, games. Information: 812-934-3013.
Saint Meinrad Archabbey and School of Theology, 200 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. Monte Cassino pilgrimage, “Mary, Queen of Peace,” 2 p.m. Information: 812-357-6501.
Greenfield Central High School, gym, 810 N. Broadway, Greenfield. “Changing Hearts” 2010 Ministry, concert of prayer, 6 p.m. Information: 317-496-6045.
MKVS, Divine Mercy and Glorious Cross Center, Rexville, located on 925 South, .8 mile east of 421 South and 12 miles south of Versailles. Mass, noon, on third Sunday holy hour and pitch-in, groups of 10 pray the Marian Way, 1 p.m., Father Elmer Burwinkel, celebrant. Information: 812-689-3551.
October 5
Saint Meinrad Archabbey and School of Theology, gallery, 200 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. John S. and Virginia Marten Lecture in Homiletics, “Communicating in a World of Landlines and iPhones— Preaching Across the Generations,” Dominican Father Andrew Carl Wisdom, presenter, 7 p.m. Information: 800-682-0988 or saintmeinrad.edu.
October 6
St. Mary Parish, 317 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, Catholic, educational, charitable and social singles, 50 and over, single, separated, widowed or divorced, new members welcome, 6:30 p.m. Information: 317-370-1189.
October 7
Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 5333 E. Washington St., Indianapolis. “Living Rosary,” 2 p.m. Information: 317-356-7291.
October 8-9
St. Mary Parish, 415 E. 8th St., New Albany. Yard sale and bake sale, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Information: 812-944-0417 or info@stmarysna.org.
October 9
St. Andrew the Apostle Parish, 4052 E. 38th St., Indianapolis. Sixth annual “St. Andrew Fest,” homecoming, Mass, 4:30 p.m., fried chicken, entertainment, games, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Information: 317-546-1571.
St. Roch Parish, Family Life Center, 3603 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Single Seniors, meeting, 1 p.m., age 50 and over. Information: 317-784-4207.
October 10
St. Mary-of-the-Rock Parish, 17440 St. Mary’s Road, Batesville. Parish festival, turkey dinner, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: 812-934-4165.
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General Announcements
Father Rick Nagel to be interviewed on Catholic radio
An interview with Father Rick Nagel, director of the archdiocesan Young Adult and College Campus Ministry, will be broadcast on Catholic Radio Indy 89.1 FM’s “Faith in Action” show on Oct. 4-9.
During the interview, Father Nagel talks to co-hosts Jim Ganley and Sean Gallagher about how young adult and college campus ministry is a high priority in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, and the blessings he has received in the ministry.
He also offers suggestions to listeners regarding how they can help strengthen the faith of young adult Catholics.
“Faith in Action” is broadcast at 10 a.m. on Mondays and Fridays, 4 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 9 a.m. on Saturdays.
Catholic Radio Indy can be heard throughout the archdiocese by logging on to www.catholicradioindy.org and clicking on the “listen now” button. Podcasts of previous shows are also available on the website.
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Retreats and Programs
October 4
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Seeking Hope, Seeking Employment–A Day for the Unemployed,” John Vice and John Post, presenters, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., no charge, light breakfast and lunch provided. Information: 317-545-7681, ext. 15, or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.
October 5
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Morning for Moms,” Benedictine Sister Kathleen Yeadon and Rev. Callie Smith, presenters, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., $30 per person includes breakfast and lunch, babysitting provided. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.
October 7
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “Hours of Grace,” retreat day, experience Benedictine spirituality, young adults ages 18-35, 10:45 a.m.-5 p.m., no charge. Information: 317-788-7581 or bendictinn@benedictinn.org.
October 8-10
Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “St. Benedict’s Way,” Benedictine Brother Maurus Zoeller, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
October 9
St. Joseph Parish, 312 E. High St., Corydon. “Divine Mercy Cenacle–Mercy Retreat,” 7:30 a.m-5 p.m., no reservations required. Information: 812-738-2742.
Kordes Retreat Center, 802 E. 10th St., Ferdinand, Ind. (Diocese of Evansville). “Mom and Dad’s Family Spirituality,” Benedictine Sister Barbara Lynn Schmitz, presenter, 9:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m., $45 per person. Information: 812-367-1411 or www.thedome.org.
October 10
Our Lady of Grace Monastery, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “Benedictine Spirituality,” retreat day, young adults ages 18-35, 10:45 a.m.-5 p.m., no charge. Information: 317-787-3287, ext. 3032, or jennifermechtild@benedictine.com.
October 11
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Recycling God’s Word,” day of reflection, Father Clem Davis, presenter, $35 per person includes breakfast and lunch. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.
October 11-15
Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “Preaching John,” priests’ retreat, Benedictine Father Brendan Moss, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
October 15-16
St. Joseph Parish, 312 E. High St., Corydon. “Living in the Present Moment,” women’s retreat, Benedictine Sister Anita Louise Lowe, presenter, $20 per person includes meals. Information: 812-738-2759.
Our Lady of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington.
“St. Teresa of Avila,” retreat, Franciscan of the Immaculate Father Elias Mary Mills, presenter. Information: 765-755-3329 or marie2002@juno.com.
October 15-17
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Being and Belonging–Retreat for Separated and Divorced Catholics,” $150 per person. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.
Saint-Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Sisters of Providence, discernment weekend, “How Do I Know What God Wants Me to Do?” Information: 800-860-1840, ext. 2897.
Flaget Retreat Center, 1935 Lewiston Drive, Louisville, Ky. (Diocese of Louisville). Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. Information: 502-895-8997 or kgott@insightbb.com.
October 16
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove.
“Spa Day,” 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $100 per person, register by Oct. 1 for special fee of $80. Information: 317-788-7581 or bendictinn@benedictinn.org.
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “Autumn Meditations of God’s Creation–The Splendor of God is Alive Today!” Franciscan Sister Marya Grathwohl, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., $45 per person includes lunch. Information: 812-933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Kordes Retreat Center, 802 E. 10th St., Ferdinand, Ind. (Diocese of Evansville). “Saturday Morning at the Dome–Inner Peace: Staying Sane Amidst Turmoil,” 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Information: 812-367-1411 or www.thedome.org.
October 18
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Come Away and Rest Awhile–Silent Reflection Day,” 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $25 per person includes breakfast and lunch. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.
October 19
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “Catholic Identity and Doctrine–Navigating the Potholes: Living a Moral Life,” Session 3 of four programs, Benedictine Sister Susan Marie Lindstrom, presenter, 6:30-9 p.m., $25 per person includes dinner and presentation. Information: 317-788-7581 or bendictinn@benedictinn.org.
October 19-21
Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “Tools of the Trade from the Holy Rule of St. Benedict,” midweek retreat, Benedictine Father Columba Kelly, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
October 22-24
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “Beauty, Wonder and Belonging,” Father Jim Conlon and Franciscan Sisters Marya Grathwohl and Claire Whalen, presenters, $150 per person includes materials, book and meals. Information: 812-933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “Workshop for Building or Renovating Your Church,” Benedictine Brother Martin Erspamer, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Drive, Mount St. Francis. Men’s Retreat, Franciscan Friar Bob Baxter, presenter. Information: 812-923-8817.
October 25
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Friends of Fatima Monthly Mass and Social,” 9 a.m., breakfast following Mass. Information: 317-545-7681 or spasotti@archindy.org.
October 25-29
Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. “Reflections on John’s ‘The Maverick’ Gospel,” priests’ retreat, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell, presenter. Information: 800-581-6905 or MZoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
October 29
Our Lady of Grace Monastery, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “Come and See Weekend,” vocation retreat. Information: 317-787-3287, ext. 3032, or vocations@benedictine.com.
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