November 11, 2022

Events Calendar

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The Coming Month

November 14

St. Simon the Apostle Parish, 8155 Oaklandon Rd., Indianapolis. Nothing Can Separate Us from the Love of God, 7 p.m., Dominican Sister Mary Michael Fox presenting, free. Information: 317-826-6000, ext. 159, or brutski@saintsimon.org.

November 15

The Atrium, 3143 W. Thompson Rd., Indianapolis. Gabriel Project: First Post-Roe Fundraising Dinner, 6:30 p.m., national speaker Pam Stenzel presenting, free, register by Nov. 10. Information and registration: gpdinner2022@gmail.com or 317-213-4778.

November 16

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

November 17

Holy Cross Parish, 12239 State Road 62, St. Croix. Holy Cross Raffle, 9 a.m., 1st prize $2,500, 2nd-4th prizes $1,000, $20 per ticket, only 585 tickets available. Information: 812-843-5143.

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. Information: 317-244-9002.

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

Virtual Scriptural Rosary for Justice and Peace, 8 p.m. every third Thursday, sponsored by the archdiocesan Catholic Charities-Social Concerns Ministry, free. Information, registration: bit.ly/scripturalrosary.

November 18

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, O’Conner House executive director Michelle Corrao presenting, 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 Nov.15. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

St. Malachy Church, 9833 E. County Road 750 N., Brownsburg. Memorial Mass with Requiem by Maurice Duruflé, 7 p.m., music by archdiocese’s schola cantorum Vox Sacra and full orchestra, free. Information: voxsacra.com/requiem.

St. John the Evangelist Parish Hall, Pan Am Building, 126 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis. Pro-Life Film Series: One Child Nation, 6-9 p.m., film viewing followed by panel discussion, pizza, freewill offering. Information: 317-407-6881, smdye1@gmail.com.

November 19

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 retired Providence Sisters. Information, registration: TeenVolunteer.SistersofProvidence.org, jluna@spsmw.org or 361-500-9505.

Mussallem Union, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, 5500 Wabash Ave., Terre Haute. Cheers for Charity!, 7-10 p.m., wine and bourbon tasting event benefitting Catholic Charities, 21 and older, general ticket $46.80, VIP ticket $62.40. Information, registration: cutt.ly/Cheers4Charity22.

November 19-20

Ferdinand, Ind. (Evansville Diocese), multiple locations. Christkindlmarkt, Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. German heritage market, antiques, food, wine, live Glockenspiel, marionette theater, reindeer meet-and-greet, Santa Claus, free Evansville Philharmonic concert, free tours of Sisters of St. Benedict Monastery Immaculate Conception, shuttle service to all six Christkindlmarkt sites. Information: 800-968-4578 or ferdinandchristkindlmarkt.com.

November 20

St. Michael Parish, 107 S. 8th St., Cannelton. Turkey Bingo, noon-7 p.m., bingo, cash raffle, quilt raffle, refreshments, free admission. Information: 812-547-7994.

November 21

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 or 317-236-1474.

November 23

Group Lectio via Zoom, 7 p.m., second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, Benedictine Sister Jill Marie Reuber, facilitator, sponsored by Sisters of St. Benedict, Ferdinand, Ind. (Diocese of Evansville). Information: vocation@thedome.org

Gabbard Park, corner of 2nd St. and Judiciary St, Aurora. Pre-Turkey Day 5K Walk/Run, 5:30 p.m., benefiting local food pantries and St. Vincent de Paul, sponsored by All Saints Parish, $27.66 without T-shirt, $32.98 with T-shirt, early registration to receive T-shirts ends Nov. 4. Information, registration: cutt.ly/pre-tday5K22.

November 24

St. Joseph American Legion Post, 28866 Post 464 Rd., St. Leon. Gobble Wobble 5K, 9 a.m., pick up packets at event location Nov. 23 10 a.m.-5 p.m. or day-of event 7-9 a.m., benefiting local food pantries, up to age 5 free; ages 6-17 $20; adults $30. Information, registration: cutt.ly/gobwob5k22.

Downtown Depot 1401 J St., Bedford. Becky’s Place Run for Hope 5K, 9 a.m., pick up registration packets Nov. 23 at Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce noon-6 p.m. or Downtown Depot on race day 8-8:45 a.m., $12 ages 18 and younger, $17 adult, $10 for one-mile fun walk, $12 for t-shirt, sponsorships available, prices increase after Oct. 31. Information, registration: cutt.ly/Race4Hope22.

November 27

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center O’Shaughnessy Dining Hall, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Sunday No More Turkey Please Brunch, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., $19.50 adults, $18.50 ages 62 and older, $9.50 ages 5-11, ages 4 and younger free. Information: Events.SistersofProvidence.org or 630-776-0811.

November 27-January 8

Virtual Recorded Daily Advent and Christmas Reflections, receive 1–2-minute video link via text or email daily, reflections led by Father Jonathan Meyer, text “Advent” to 84576, free. Information: 812-576-4302 or clairkeck.asp@gmail.com.

November 28

The Villages of Indiana online Foster Parenting Virtual Information Night, 6-8 p.m., for those interested in becoming a foster parent, free. Information, registration: 317-775-6500 or cutt.ly/villagesindyreg.

November 29

Indiana Landmarks Center, 1201 Central Ave., Indianapolis. The Forward-Thinking Legacy of St. Rita Catholic Church, 6-7 p.m., doors open 5:30 p.m., St. Rita parishioner and historian Caleb Legg speaking on parish’s cultural heritage and church’s historic architecture, $5. Information, registration: stritachurchtalk22.eventbrite.com, 317-639-4534.

December 2

Women’s Care Center, 4901 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. First Friday Mass, 5 p.m., Father Robert Hankee celebrant, 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.

December 3

Holy Name of Jesus Parish, gym, 89 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., craft items, holiday items, jewelry, homemade jellies and candies, vendors, raffle, breakfast available for purchase until gone, chili and hotdogs available for purchase noon-4 p.m., proceeds benefit parish and school. Information: 317-784-5454.

December 3-4

All Saints Parish, St. John the Baptist Campus, 25743 State Route 1, Guilford. Christmas in Indiana Craft Show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., free. Information: 812-576-4302 or emilyalig.asp@gmail.com.

Christ the King School Tuohy Hall, 5884 Crittenden Ave., Indianapolis. Jack Schockley Warriors for Peace Memorial Blood Drive, Sat. 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Sun. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., also accepting gently used books for Purpose 4 My Pain’s Seventh Annual Christmas with a Purpose. Information and time reservation: 317-257-9366 or cutt.ly/blooddonorindy22.

December 3-22

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Shop INN-Spired Christmas Sale, Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Dec. 3 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Dec. 10, 17 and 22 9 a.m.-noon; many items 25-75% off. Information: 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

December 6

The Ritz Charles, 12156 N. Meridian St., Carmel, Ind. Right to Life of Indiana Christmas Gala, 6:30-8:30 p.m., CEO and founder of Babylon Bee Seth Dillon presenting, $100 individual, $1,000 table of ten. Information, registration: 317-413-9123 or irtl.org/GALA.

December 7

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.

December 8-10

Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. 40 Hours Devotion, 8 p.m. Thurs. - 5:30 p.m. Sat., exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with talks by guest priests, free. Information: 317-888-2861.

December 10

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 retired Providence Sisters. Information, registration: TeenVolunteer.SistersofProvidence.org, jluna@spsmw.org or 361-500-9505.

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Christmas Fun at the Woods, 1:30-4:30 p.m., $7, ages 3 and younger free. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, cutt.ly/woodsfun22 or provctr@spsmw.org.

December 10-22

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Shop INN-Spired Christmas Sale, Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Dec. 10, 17 and 22 9 a.m.-noon; many items 25-75% off. Information: 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

December 12

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

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General Announcements 

St. Rita Parish and historic church will be topic of Indiana Landmarks talk on Nov. 29

A presentation called “The Forward-Thinking Legacy of St. Rita Catholic Church” will be offered at Indiana Landmarks Center, 1201 Central Ave., in Indianapolis, from 6-7 p.m. on Nov. 29. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Caleb Legg, member and historian of St. Rita Parish in Indianapolis, will discuss the parish’s Black cultural heritage and the church’s Mid-Century Modern architecture. The parish was established in 1919 as the first parish in Indianapolis to minister primarily to Black Catholics.

Tickets are $5, or free for Indiana Landmarks members.

For more information or to register, go to stritachurchtalk22.eventbrite.com or call 317-639-4534.

 

St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Parish in Bright will offer drive-through Christmas Light display

“Bright Lights: Drive-Thru Christmas Light Display” will be offered at St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Parish, 23455 Gaven Lane, in Bright, on Friday, Saturday and Sundays between 6-10 p.m. from Nov. 25-Jan. 6.

The display will focus on the joy, hope and message of Christ’s birth. There is no charge for the experience.

For more information, call 812-512-1941 or send an e-mail to bright-lightsdcc@gmail.com.

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Retreats and Programs

November 11

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Owl Prowl and Migratory Bird Day, 6-10 p.m. $30 includes dinner, owl presentation by representative from Dwight Chamberlain Raptor Center, owl hike. Information, registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/owl-prowl or 812-923-8817. Sat. 8-11 a.m., $30 includes breakfast and two bird walks.

November 11-13

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Holy Matrimony and the Family, 5 p.m. Fri.- 11 a.m. Sun., Father Doug Marcotte presenting, $101.40 commuter per family includes lunch and dinner on Sat., $302.40 per family includes two nights’ accommodations and all meals, children welcome to attend. Information, registration: 812-825-4642 or motheroftheredeemer.com.

November 12

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. A Woman’s Work is Never Done, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., author and spiritual director Susan Yanos presenting, $70 includes lunch. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Owl Prowl and Migratory Bird Day, 8-11 a.m. $30 includes early and late morning hikes and breakfast. Information, registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/owl-prowl or 812-923-8817.

November 18-20

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Lectio Divina: Praying with the Bible, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke, presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

November 19

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. With Grateful Hearts: A Retreat on Gratitude, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $50 includes lunch and materials, $75 overnight option with lodging and light breakfast, register by Nov. 7. Information, registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/grateful-heart-retreat or 812-923-8817.

November 21

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.

December 3

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. O Come Let Us Adore Him: Advent Dinner and Concert, 6-8:30 p.m., dinner, performance by Francesca LaRosa, prayer, adoration, $50. Information, registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Advent Day of Reflection: “Bethlehem: House of Bread,” 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate Gabriel Cortes presenting, includes Mass, confessions available, adoration, free will offering. Information, registration: 812-825-4642 ext. 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 Nov. 29. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, jfrost@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.

December 5

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Emmanuel—God is With Us Advent Evening of Reflection, 6-9 p.m., Benedict Inn Spiritual Direction Internship director Bev Hansberry presenting, $45 includes dinner. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

December 6

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.

December 7

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Soul Collage: Imagining Our Inner life, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, Benedictine Sister Jeana Visel presenting, $55 includes talk and lunch. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, in person or via Zoom, 2-3:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

December 9

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. A Day of Quiet Renewal, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $20, $70 with spiritual direction. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

December 13, 14, 15, 16

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent 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.

December 16-18

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Benedictine Spirituality as Lived in Marriage, for married couples, Deacon Rich and Cherie Zoldak presenting, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

January 9-13

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Winter Chant Workshop: Singing and Conducting Chant, Benedictine Brother John Glasenapp presenting, $750 single, $835 double, commuter $200. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

January 11

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.

January 13-15

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/TOBITRetreat or 317-545-7681. Information on program: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 x. 106 or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.

January 14

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. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, jfrost@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.

February 10-12

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Welcoming In-laws, Valentine retreat for married couples, Benedictine Father Nöel Mueller presenting, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

February 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.

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.

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