August 25, 2023

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The Coming Month - - - General - - - Retreats 

The Coming Month

September 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.

September 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, confessions 8:10-8:30 a.m. followed by 8:30 a.m. Mass. Information: 812-246-2512.

September 3

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.

St. Catherine of Siena Parish, St. John the Evangelist campus, 9995 E. Base Rd., Greensburg. Church Picnic, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., food served noon-4 p.m., Fireside Inn fried chicken or roast beef dinners, mock turtle soup, pies, games, basket booth, raffles, country store, beer garden, free admission. Information: 812-212-8384, stcatherine47240@gmail.com.

September 4

St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 4773 Church Rd., Morris. Labor Day Picnic, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., live music, beer garden, kids’ games, grand raffle, fried chicken dinners $14, free admission. Information: 812-934-6218, communications@stanthonymorris.org.

St. Peter Parish, 1207 East Rd., Brookville. Labor Day Festival, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., fried chicken dinner, air-conditioned hall, children’s games, $30,000 raffle, quilt raffle, beer garden, free admission. Information: 765-647-5462, brookvilleparishes.com, brookvilleparishes@gmail.com.

September 5

Christ the King Parish, 5884 N. Crittenden Ave., Indianapolis. The Eucharist and Christian Unity, 7 p.m., theologian Dr. Brett Salkeld presenting, free. Information: 317-255-3666, qjeffries@ctk-indy.org.

September 6

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.

September 7

Monthly Prayer with Sisters of Providence: “Autumn,” 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.

September 8-9

Prince of Peace Schools, 201 W. State St., Madison. Shawe and Pope John Summer Festival, 5 p.m.-midnight, carnival rides, family games, concessions, live music, $5 admission. Information: 812-273-5835.

September 8-10

Dominican Sisters of Peace, 2645 Bardstown Rd., St. Catharine, Ky. Come and See Retreat, 5:30 p.m. Fri.-1 p.m. Sun., for women ages 18-45 exploring religious life, free. Registration, information: oppeace.org, 405-248-7027, Mai-Dung.Nguyen@oppeace.org.

September 9

St. Joan of Arc Parish, 4217 Central Ave., Indianapolis. French Market, noon-10 p.m., live music, 50 artisan booths, French food, bake sale, raffle, children’s games until 5 p.m., Mass 5:30 p.m., free admission. Information: 317-283-5508, sjoa.org/about-french-market.

September 10

St. Michael Parish, 145 St. Michael Blvd., Brookville. Chicken Dinner Festival, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., fried chicken dinner, raffles, drive-thru or carry-out, food item prices vary, free admission. Information: 765-647-5462, brookvilleparishes@gmail.com.

St. Pius V Parish, 330 Franklin St., Troy. Fall Festival, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., eat-in or carry-out dinners, concessions, soup by the gallon, cash raffle, quilt raffle, prizes, games, free admission. Information: 812-547-7994.

St. Mary Parish, 512 N. Perkins St., Rushville. Fall Celebration, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., chicken dinner served 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., grand raffle, children’s games, crafts, vendor booths, free admission. Information: 765-932-2588, dspaeth@stmaryrush.org.

September 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.

September 12-Oct. 24

St. Jude Parish, 5353 McFarland Rd., Indianapolis. Project Hope: Faith-based Mental Health Support Group, 6:30-8 p.m., six sessions (Sept. 19, 26, Oct. 3, 17, 24), limited to 8-10 participants, mental health professional present, free. Information, registration: lnkiy.in/archindymentalhope, bvarick@archindy.org, 317-236-1543.

September 15

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, presenter Jack Schmitz, CYO executive director, 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 Sept. 12. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

September 15-16

St. Bartholomew Parish, 1306 27th St., Columbus. Fall Festival, Fri. 6-10 p.m., Sat. 4-10 p.m., live music, food, games, free admission. Information: 812-379-9353, stbartholomewfestival@gmail.com.

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 7575 Holliday Dr. E., Indianapolis. Fall Fest, live music, beer garden, children’s game and activity area, free admission. Information: 317-259-4373, bkudla@stluke.org.

St. Thomas More Parish, 1200 N. Indiana St., Mooresville. Fall Festival, 5-10 p.m., live music, kids and teen games, raffles, bingo, beer and wine garden, food including hand-breaded tenderloins, hand-battered corn dogs, hot air balloon rides (depending on weather), free admission. Information: 317-831-4142, pweber@stm-church.org.

September 16

St. Mary Parish, 415 E. Eighth St., New Albany. Multicultural Festival, 5-11 p.m., Mass 4 p.m. followed by live entertainment, DJ, ethnic food, kids’ games, prize booth, free admission. Information; 812-944-0417, info@stmarysna.org.

St. Bridget of Ireland Parish, 404 E. Vine St., Liberty. Oktoberfest, 4-11 p.m., Mass at 4 p.m., German meal for $15 served 4-7 p.m., adult and children’s games begin 5 p.m., handmade crafts, beer/wine garden, cash raffle, poker, games of chance, free admission. Information: 765-825-8578, secretary@stgabrielconnersville.org.

Most Sacred Heart of Jesus School parking lot, 1840 E. Eighth St., Jeffersonville. Street Dance, 7-11 p.m., school fundraiser, live music, food trucks, kids’ area, $10 admission. Information: 812-283-3123, info@sacredheartschool.us.

September 17

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.

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

St. Meinrad Parish, 19570 N. 4th St., St. Meinrad. Annual Fall Picnic, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. CT, outdoor dining pavilion, food court, famous soup, German tenderloins, fried chicken dinners, live music, raffles, free admission. Information: 812-357-5533, info@myparishfamily.church,

September 20

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

St. John the Evangelist Parish, 10701 Olcott Ave, St. John, Ind. (Gary Diocese). DiscipleShift Conference for Parish Leaders, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. CT, registration opens 8 a.m. CT, speakers include co-founder of Divine Renovation Ron Huntley, National Director of Alpha USA in the Catholic Context Josh Danis and Father Sammie Maletta, lunch included, $75, diocesan discounts available. Information, registration: discipleshiftconference.com, hr@stjohnparish.org, 219-365-5678, ext. 269.

Ivy Tech Community College, Shreve Hall, 200 Daniels Way, Bloomington. Catholic Charities Bloomington 40th Anniversary Mental Health Luncheon, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., lunch, door prizes, client speaker, free, donations encouraged, register by Sept. 7. Information, registration: 812-332-1262, info@ccbin.org.

Indianapolis Marriott Downtown, 350 W. Maryland St., Indianapolis. Celebrate Life Dinner, 6 p.m. registration, 6:45 p.m. dinner and awards, 8 p.m. film maker, author and actor Alex Kendrick presenting, benefitting Right to Life of Indianapolis, $75 individual, $750 table of ten, $525 student table, sponsorships available. Information, registration: rtlindy.org/annual-right-to-life-dinner, 317-582-1526.

September 21

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

Mt. Gilad Church, 6019 E. State Road 144, Mooresville. Right to Life Johnson and Morgan Counties Banquet, 6:30 p.m., keynote by Greg Mayo—local author of Almost Daddy, with legislative update by Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita, $35 per person, register by Sept. 14. Information, registration: 317-560-0678, RightToLifeJMC@gmail.com.

September 21-23

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 5333 E. Washington St., Indianapolis. Fall Festival, Thurs. 5-10 p.m., Fri. 5-10 p.m. with concert 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Sat. 2 p.m.-midnight, $5,000 raffle grand prize, pull tabs, Texas Hold’em, poker, carnival rides, kids’ games, silent auction, live bands, food, three parking lots: Lot 1 at Our Lady of Lourdes, 5333 E. Washington St.; Lot 2 at Oakley Hammond Funeral Home, 5342 E. Washington St.; Lot 3 at Mundell and Associates, 110 S. Downey Ave. Information: 317-356-7291, ollfallfest.org, ollfallfest@gmail.com.

September 22

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. JoJo’s Jumpstart Foundation Birthday Bash, 7-11 p.m., scholarship fundraiser, live and silent auctions, heavy hors d’oeuvres, open bar, live music by Six Figures, casual attire, $75, register by Sept. 21. Information, registration: jojosjumpstart.org/donate, 317-260-8015, jojosjumpstart@gmail.com.

September 22-23

St. Malachy Parish, 9833 E. County Rd. 750 N., Brownsburg. Country Fair and Hog Roast, Fri. 4-11 p.m., Sat. 3-11 p.m., food, drinks, midway, beer tent, silent auction, kids’ games, live music: Fri. My Yellow Rickshaw, Sat. Trace Thompson, Another Round and 45 RPM, free admission. Information: 317-852-3195.

September 23

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.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, Pump House Studio, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Monarch Festival, noon-8 p.m., regional arts festival, live entertainment, food trucks, local beer and wine, kids’ zone, butterfly experience, free admission. Information/artist registration: monarchmountfest.com/artist-registration.

September 23-24

Project Joseph Retreat for Men Suffering from Abortion, central Indiana location will be given upon registration. Information, registration: David, 765-860-6006, dlbangs1@gmail.com, Facebook “Project Joseph Indiana.”

St. Gabriel Parish, 232 W. 9th St., Connersville. Fall Festival, Sat. 3-11 p.m. (Mass 4 p.m.), Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (Mass 10:30 a.m.), cash raffle, wine bingo, axe throwing, casino games, kids’ games, horse rides, bakery, corn hole tournament, live music, Sat. German food, Sun. chicken dinner, free admission. Information. 765-825-8578, secretary@stgabrielconnersville.org.

September 24

St. Mark Parish, 5377 Acorn Rd., Tell City. Shooting Match and Festival, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., ham and beef shoot, raffle, handmade quilts, country story with produce, chili, homemade pies, hamburger, chicken sandwiches, brats, food prices vary, free admission. Information: 812-836-2481, stmark@psci.net.

St. Michael Parish, 11400 Farmer’s Lane NE, Greenville. Annual Chicken and Homemade Dumpling Dinner, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Mass at 11 a.m., meal service ends at 2:30 p.m., dine-in or carry-out, fried chicken with homemade dumplings, slaw, choice of pie, meal price TBD, raffles, handmade quilts, cake booth, children's corner, silent auction, Nanna’s Attic, free admission. Information: 812-364-6646, katieelderst.michaels@gmail.com.

September 26

St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, 4625 N. Kenwood Ave., Indianapolis. Mass for the Season of Creation, 6 p.m., Archbishop Charles C. Thomas celebrant, sponsored by ArchIndy Creation Care Ministry, refreshments and fellowship following, free. Information: ourcommonhome.org/soc, 317-253-1461.

September 27

St. Mary Parish Food Tent at Persimmon Festival in Mitchell, 4:30-7 p.m., corner of 7th and Main St., Italian dinner, cost TBD. Information: 812-849-3570, stmarysmitchell294@gmail.com.

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General Announcements 

Right to Life of Johnson and Morgan Counties to host benefit dinner on Sept. 21 in Mooresville

Right to Life of Johnson and Morgan Counties will hold a benefit dinner at Mt. Gilead Church, 6019 E. State Road 144, in Mooresville, at 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 21.

Attorney General Todd Rokita will offer remarks at the event, and Greg Mayo, local author of the book Almost Daddy: The Forgotten Story, will serve as keynote speaker. Mayo has spent decades talking to groups about abortion, recovery and authentic masculinity. He speaks nationwide about the pain and struggle men experience after an abortion.

The cost is $35, with the meal catered by The House of Mooresville. Registration must be received by Sept. 14.

For more information or to register, call 317-560-0678 or email RightToLifeJMC@gmail.com.

 

Catholic Charities Bloomington to host Mental Health Wellness Luncheon on Sept. 20

Catholic Charities Bloomington will hold a Mental Health Wellness Luncheon at Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington’s Shreve Hall, 200 Daniels Way, in Bloomington, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on Sept. 20. From the west parking lot, enter at door #3.

At the luncheon, which celebrates the program’s 40th anniversary, one of the agency’s clients will share her story. The event also includes learning techniques for lowering stress, door prizes and more.

The event is free, but donations are requested. Checks can be made payable to Catholic Charities Bloomington. Those who wish to cover the cost of their lunch can add $10 to their donation.

Registration is required by Sept. 7.

For more information or to register, go to ccbin.org/events, call 812-332-1262 or e-mail info@ccbin.org.

Those who cannot attend the luncheon but wish to donate to Catholic Charities Bloomington can do so at ccbin.org.

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Retreats and Programs

August 25-27

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Experience of Prayer in the Bible, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

August 26

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Dare to Dream: Nourishing Your Soul with Spiritual Tools and Practices, 9 a.m.-noon, Catholic spiritual director Julie Gahimer presenting, $45 credit card, $40 cash or check. Registration: benedictinn.org/programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. A Spiritual Model for Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $30, $45 with CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

August 27

Virtual You Are Not Alone Session: The Spiritual Journey After Suicide Loss, 4-6 p.m., third of three stand-alone Zoom sessions, Father Jim Farrell presenting, free will offering, registration required. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

August 30

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

September 1

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 1-3

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Contemplative Christianity: God’s Call to Holiness, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

September 2

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Wisdom Knowing and Wisdom Jesus, 9:30-11:30 a.m., registered nurse Kay Jackson presenting, $30, $45 with CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

September 6

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.

September 8-10

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

September 11

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Divine Wine and Art, 5-9 p.m. artist Hayley Oliverio, $45 includes snacks, wine and program. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

September 12

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.

September 13

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

September 15-17

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Miracle of Chartres, Benedictine Father Noel Mueller presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

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-091523 or 317-545-7681. Information on program: archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 x. 106 or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.

September 16

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Mary, Martha and a Spirituality for Women, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Catholic spiritual director and award-winning author Susan Yanos presenting, includes lunch, $85 credit card, $80 cash or check. Registration: benedictinn.org/programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

September 29-October 1

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Eucharist: What Did Jesus Have in Mind? Benedictine Father Jeremy King presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. You Are Not Alone—A Weekend Retreat of Hope and Healing for Survivors of Suicide Loss, 6:30 p.m. Fri.-12:30 p.m. Sun., Christine Turo-Shields certified therapist, Father Jim Farrell, Providence Sister Connie Kramer and loss survivors Judy Proctor and Lisa Thibault presenting, commuter rate $35, includes meals, private guest room to use during day, Mass, program materials; overnight accommodations available for $30. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

September 30

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Spiritual Living: A Way of Life, 9:30-11:30 a.m., social worker Rick Wright presenting, $30, $45 with CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

October 4

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.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Plein Air Classes: Painting the Autumn Landscape, 9:30-11:30 a.m., third of five stand-alone sessions (Oct. 11, 18), learn outdoor painting techniques from Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, open to all levels, bring paints, canvases and brushes; chairs, easels and drawing tables provided, $30 per session. Registration: lnkiy.in/10-4-plein-air or 812-923-8817.

October 5

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, Pump House Studio, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Intertwined: New Works by Karen Boone, Artist Talk, 6 p.m., “Making Healthy Choices When Creating Art” by sculptor Karen Boone, free. Information: franciscansusa.org/event/intertwined.

October 6

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 6-7

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Encountering Jesus Through Prayer—A Pathway to Inner Peace, 6:30 p.m. Fri.-4 p.m. Sat., retired Father Steve Schaftlein presenting, includes room and meals, $175 credit card, $170 cash or check. Registration: benedictinn.org/programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

October 6-8

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Revisiting the Rosary, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Being and Belonging Weekend Retreat, 6 p.m. Fri.-1:30 p.m. Sun., for individuals experiencing divorce, Father Jim Farrell facilitating, $190, includes room with shared bathroom, meals and program. Information, registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

October 7

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Ecology Program, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Ambassador of Pope Francis for Laudato Si’ John Mundell, presenting, $30, $45 with CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

October 8

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talk: St. Hildegard of Bingen, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $30, $45 with CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

October 9-13

St. Francis Retreat Center, 703 E. Main St., Dewitt, Mich. (Lansing Diocese). Catholic Writers Retreat, 3 p.m. Mon.-3 p.m. Fri., sponsored by Catholic Writers Guild, daily reflections led by author, speaker and journalist Deacon Greg Kendra, $875 includes single room, snacks and meals, register by Oct. 1. Information, registration: catholicwritersguild.org/writers-retreat, 317-460-9313, retreat@catholicwritersguild.com.

October 11

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.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Plein Air Classes: Painting the Autumn Landscape, 9:30-11:30 a.m., fourth of five stand-alone sessions (Oct. 18), learn outdoor painting techniques from Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, open to all levels, bring paints, canvases and brushes; chairs, easels and drawing tables provided, $30 per session. Registration: lnkiy.in/10-11-plein-air or 812-923-8817.

October 18

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Leadership for Catholic Laity, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting $55. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Plein Air Classes: Painting the Autumn Landscape, 9:30-11:30 a.m., fifth of five stand-alone sessions, learn outdoor painting techniques from Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, open to all levels, bring paints, canvases and brushes; chairs, easels and drawing tables provided, $30 per session. Registration: lnkiy.in/10-18-plein-air or 812-923-8817.

October 20-22

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.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Peace in the Mourning Grief Retreat, 6 p.m. Fri.-1 p.m. Sun., for widows, Father Jim Farrell, Sister of Providence Connie Kramer and Nancy Pinard presenting, $200, includes room with shared bathroom, meals and program. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

October 21

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. My Beautiful, Broken Self—A SoulCollage Journey of Healing, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Benedict Inn marketing director Kathy Perron presenting, includes lunch and supplies, $80 credit card, $75 cash or check. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

October 23-27

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Sermon on the Mount: Matthew’s Handbook for Living in the Kingdom of Heaven, priest retreat, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $465 single. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

October 24

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

October 28

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. The Body, Mind and Spirit: Wholeness and Holiness, 9:30-11:30 a.m., doctor of nursing practice and professor of faith community nursing for Marian University Lorie Hacker presenting, $30, $45 with CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

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