October 4, 2024

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The Coming Month

October 8

St. Mary Parish, 212 Washington St., North Vernon. Jesus and the End Times Video Series Week 3: “The Final Tribulation, the ‘Rapture’ and the Second Coming of Christ,” 6:30-8 p.m., week three of four-week video Bible study by theologian Dr. Brant Pitre, attend any or all sessions, free. Information: 812-346-3604, parish@stmarysnv.com.

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.

October 10-13

Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor at Camden Yards, 10 S. Eutaw St., Baltimore, Md. Fr. Chester P. Smith National Black Catholic Men’s Conference, registration fee includes T-shirt, luncheon banquet, souvenir booklet and registration packet, $175 adult, $100 ages 10-17, hotel parking $25 per day. Hotel booking: 410-962-0202 or 800-228-9290. Conference information, registration: bowmanfrancis.org.

October 12

St. Monica Parish, St. Augustine Hall, 6131 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis. “A Final Journey” Seminar, 9 a.m.-noon, presentation by a palliative care doctor, an attorney, a funeral home director and a Catholic Cemeteries representative on end-of-life medical, legal and funeral planning questions, refreshments provided, all invited, free. Information: cmeer1@comcast.net.

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, teens volunteer to help health care residents. Information, registration: 361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org, TeenVolunteer.SistersofProvidence.org.

October 13

St. Monica Parish, 6131 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis. Mass in French / Messe en français, 5 p.m. / 18h, coordinated by ACFADI (Apostolat des Catholiques Francophones de l’ Archidiocèse d’ Indianapolis), second Sunday of each month /le deuxième dimanche de chaque mois. Information: acfadi2014@gmail.com, rvermett@iu.edu.

Monte Cassino Shrine, 13312 Monte Cassino Shrine Road (off S.R. 62), St. Meinrad. Rosary Procession Pilgrimage, 2 p.m. CT, Benedictine Father Joseph Cox presenting “The Blessed Virgin Mary, Our Queen,” includes sermon, rosary procession, Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary, free. Advance information: 812-357-6501, khall@saintmeinrad.edu. Day-of information: 812-357-6611.

Marian University, Norman Center Room 222, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. People of Peace OFS Monthly Meeting, 12:30-3 p.m., explore Franciscan spirituality with lay Franciscans, free. Information: 317-762-6259, popofsindy@gmail.com.

October 13 or 15

St. Mary Parish, 212 Washington St., North Vernon. Jesus and the End Times Video Series Week 4: “ ‘The Life of the World to Come’: The Last Judgement and the New Creation,” week four of four-week video Bible study by theologian Dr. Brant Pitre, Oct. 13 4-5:30 p.m. or Oct. 15 6:30-8 p.m., all invited, free. Information: 812-346-3604, parish@stmarysnv.com.

October 14

Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, Madonna Hall, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. Confraternity of Christian Mothers, 6 p.m. Mass followed by meeting, all Catholic women welcome, free. Information: 217-638-7433, paulabeechler@gmail.com.

October 16

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

Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence, Providence Hall Dining Room, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Memory Café, 2-3:30 p.m., third Wednesday of each month, for people with early-to-moderate memory loss and their caregivers, beverages and snacks provided, free. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2873, memorycafe@spsmw.org.

October 17

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

St. Ambrose Parish, 325 S. Chestnut St., Seymour. Seymour Deanery Evangelization Gathering, 7-8:30 p.m., hosted by the archdiocesan Office of Evangelization, all are welcome, free. Information: 317-236-1466, abardo@archindy.org.

October 18

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, author and former Indiana Secretary of State Ed Simcox presenting “He Leadeth Me,” 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 Oct. 15. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

October 19

St. Joseph Parish, 1125 E. Broadway, Shelbyville. Oktoberfest, 5-9:30 p.m., beer, brats, music, eat-in or drive-through, food prices TBA, free admission. Information: 317-398-8227.

October 20

Monte Cassino Shrine, 13312 Monte Cassino Shrine Road (off S.R. 62), St. Meinrad. Rosary Procession Pilgrimage, 2 p.m. CT, Benedictine Archabbot Kurt Stasiak presenting “Mary the Teacher: Lessons from a Mother,” includes sermon, rosary procession, Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary, free. Advance information: 812-357-6501, khall@saintmeinrad.edu. Day-of information: 812-357-6611.

October 20-Nov. 10

St. Joseph Parish, 1875 South CR 700 West, North Vernon. Healing the Whole Person Retreat, 3-6 p.m., four sessions (Oct. 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10), Father Jerry Byrd presenting, free admission, hardcover workbook $25 or digital download $16, register by Oct. 10. Information, registration: 812-346-3604, parish@stmarysnv.com, tinyurl.com/healingSJNV24.

October 22

Immaculate Conception Church, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Foundation Day Mass, 11 a.m., Mass honoring Sisters of Providence founders, all are invited, free. Information: events.sistersofprovidence.org, 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

St. Mary Church, 1331 E. Hunter Robbins Way, Greensburg. Memorial Mass for Miscarried Babies, 5:30 p.m., submit baby’s name by Oct. 13 to be read at Mass, free, sponsored by Covenant Resources Miscarriage Ministry. Information, name submissions: 812-212-3463, contactus@covenantresources.org.

October 24

Vigo County History Center, 929 Wabash Ave., Terre Haute. 4th Annual Cheers for Charity! 6-8:30 p.m., benefitting Terre Haute Catholic Charities, four-course dinner by Edibles Catering & Foods to Go, silent auction, live music, cash bar, $130. Information, tickets: tinyurl.com/cheerstix24, 812-232-1447, option 3.

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish, Priori Hall, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Defenders of Life: A Pro-Life Apologetics Workshop for Teens, 6:30-8:30 p.m., regional coordinator for Students for Life of America Benjamin Ice presenting, snacks and drinks, activities for younger siblings and parents, RSVP requested, free. Information, RSVP: homeschoolers4life.indy@gmail.com.

October 25-27

Daughters of Charity, 9400 New Harmony Road, Evansville, Ind. (Diocese of Evansville). Come and See Vocation Discernment Retreat, Fri. 5 p.m.-Sun. noon CT, for single Catholic women ages 18-35, register by Oct. 18. Information, registration: 812-963-7563, sisterliz@doc.org.

October 26

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.

St. Bartholomew Parish, 1306 27th St., Columbus. Polidor 5K Run/Walk, 8:30-10 a.m., benefitting ALFA literacy program in Northern Haiti, $20. Registration, information: 812-350-5250, saleeb9287@att.net, tinyurl.com/polidor24.

October 27

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Filipino Mass, 2-3 p.m., every fourth Sunday of the month, free. Information: mariasolito@gmail.com.

Monte Cassino Shrine, 13312 Monte Cassino Shrine Road (off S.R. 62), St. Meinrad. Rosary Procession Pilgrimage, 2 p.m. CT, Benedictine Brother Jean Fish presenting “Mary the comforter: In Anticipation of All Souls Day,” includes sermon, rosary procession, Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary, free. Advance information: 812-357-6501, khall@saintmeinrad.edu. Day-of information: 812-357-6611.

November 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.

November 1-2

St. Agnes Parish, 1008 McLary Road, Nashville. Christmas and Craft Bazaar, Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., crafts, Christmas décor and gifts, silent auction of gift baskets and trees, home-baked goods, youth group boutique, quilt raffle, free admission. Information: 812-988-2778, StAgnesNashville@gmail.com, StAgnesCatholicNashville.org.

November 2

SS. Francis and Clare of Assisi Parish, 5901 Olive Branch Road, Greenwood. Parish Evangelization Enrichment Day (for parishes with an evangelization team), 9 a.m.-3 p.m., hosted by the archdiocesan Office of Evangelization, Dominican Father Ben Keller presenting, includes apostolic resource fair, $25 (self-pay or contact your parish to see if they will assume the cost). Information, registration: tinyurl.com/NovEvangEnrichment24, 317-236-1466, abardo@archindy.org.

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.

Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. All Souls Day Mass, noon. Information: 317-784-4439, catholiccemeteries.cc.

Our Lady of Peace Cemetery and Mausoleum, 9001 Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. All Souls Day Mass, noon.  Information: 317-574-8898, catholiccemeteries.cc.

St. John the Apostle Parish, 4607 W. State Road 46, Bloomington. Holiday Craft Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., lunch served starting 11 a.m., 35 craft vendors, bake sale, door prizes, free admission. Information: 812-876-1974, nothingfancyceramics@gmail.com.

St. Martin of Tours Parish, 1720 E. Harrison St., Martinsville. Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., variety of items for sale, crafts, Christmas cookies and caramels by the pound, homemade baked goods, cash raffle, handmade quilt wall hanging door prize, hourly door prizes, food and drinks, carry-out available, free admission. Information: 765-342-6379, parishoffice@stmtours.org.

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Fauré Requiem Mass, 1 p.m., choral and orchestral presentation of composer Gabriel Fauré's “Requiem” performed during extraordinary form liturgy, free. Information: 317-636-4478, info@holyrosaryindy.org.

November 3

Holy Cross and St. Joseph Cemetery, 2446 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Indulgence Walk, 1 p.m., prayerful 1-mile walk, historical information, earn plenary indulgence for poor souls (with completion of other conditions), sponsored by Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish in Indianapolis. Meet at Pleasant Run Pkwy. Gate, free. Information: 317-636-4478, info@holyrosaryindy.org.

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General Announcements 

Gabriel Project will celebrate 25 years of ministry at Nov. 7 dinner in Indianapolis

Gabriel Project will celebrate 25 years of ministry at its annual fundraising dinner at the Knights of Columbus McGowan Hall, 1305 N. Delaware St., in Indianapolis, from 6-9 p.m. on Nov. 7.

Gabriel Project serves any pregnant woman in crisis, helping them find the material, emotional and spiritual help they need and saving the lives of their unborn babies.

David Bereit, co-founder of 40 Days for Life, will deliver a keynote address, sharing his thoughts on the impact Gabriel Project and its volunteers and supporters have had during the last 25 years of aiding women and families. In addition, the Gabriel Project’s first-ever impact report will be shared, looking at such 25-year statistics as how many moms have been helped, how many diapers have been given away, how many women have received help with rent, and more.

There is no cost to attend the dinner, however attendees are asked to RSVP via e-mail at gpdinner2024@gmail.com by Oct. 17. Include the name, address, phone number and e-mail address of each attendee.

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Retreats and Programs

October 4

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 5

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Francis, Clare & Bonaventure: Repairing Person & Planet, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., theologian Bruce Epperly presenting, $50, $65 with CEUs, includes lunch. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Marian Day of Prayer, 9:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Dominican Father Simon Felix Michalski facilitating, free, bring lunch or sack lunch available for $5. Information, sack lunch purchase: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, motheroftheredeemer.com.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Creating Conversations that Connect, 10 a.m.-noon, Hart Communication founder Cory Lockhart presenting, $40. Information, registration: retreats@mountsaintfrancis.org, 812-923-8817, tinyurl.com/msfconvconnect24.

October 6

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talks— The Power of Slowing, 10:45 a.m.-noon, spiritual director Mary Waskewich presenting, online option available, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

October 11-13

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. A Rosary Retreat, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

October 14-18

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Priests Retreat: The Gospel of Mark: Lessons in Rejection, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $465 single, $200 commuter. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

October 18-20

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Young Adult Retreat, 5 p.m. Fri. (vespers)-1 p.m. Sun. (lunch), ages 18-39, quiet day of reflection with spiritual direction available, includes overnight accommodations and meals, $50 single room. Registration: 812-357-6501, yae@saintmeinrad.edu.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Women’s Weekend of Peace, Fri. 7 p.m.-Sun. noon, $250, includes accommodations, meals and materials, limited to six participants. Information, registration: retreats@mountsaintfrancis.org, 812-923-8817, tinyurl.com/msfwomenwknd24.

Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Cultivating Hope, Fri. 6 p.m.-Sun. 10 a.m., Providence Sister Corbin Hannah presenting, $300 includes lodging and five meals, $180 commuter includes five meals, $150 Sat. only (9 a.m.-8 p.m.) includes two meals, register by Oct. 1. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola, 5 p.m. Fri.-10 a.m. Sun., Friars of the Immaculate Father Ignatius Manfredonia facilitating, $241 for single, $302.90 double, $369.08 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.

October 22

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-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

October 25-27

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., Nancy Pinard presenting with Father James Farrell, Debbie Ahaus, Lisa Eagleson-Roever and Janet Harris, $220 includes program, meals, snacks, two overnight stays in private room with shared bathroom, Mass on Sunday. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. The Quest for Holiness: Men’s Fall Retreat, Fri. 6 p.m.-Sun. noon, Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen presenting, $250 with overnight accommodations, $125 commuter; includes private room, four meals, presentations, Mass, prayer. Information, registration: retreats@mountsaintfrancis.org, 812-923-8817, tinyurl.com/msfmens24.

October 26

Mystics and Fellowship virtual program, 9-10:30 a.m., sponsored by Sisters of Providence, first of four independent sessions, register by Oct. 23, $25 per session. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

November 1-3

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Integrating Catholic Faith and Patient Care in Today’s World, Benedictine Father Simon Herrmann and pediatric oncology Dr. David Freyer presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

November 2

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Photography Basics: Camera Composition and Technique, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, professional photographer Krista Hall presenting, $55. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

November 6

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

November 8-10

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Spiritual Poverty and the “Magisterium of Frailty,” Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

November 15

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.

November 15-17

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Passion Narrative of Mark’s Gospel, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Christ Centered Counsel for Everyday Difficulties, 5 p.m. Fri.-10 a.m. Sun., Friars of the Immaculate Father Terrance M. Chartier facilitating, $241 for single, $302.90 double, $369.08 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.

November 16

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Stories from the Rez, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Franciscan Sisters Marya Grathwohl and Mary Ann Stoffregen presenting $30, $45 with CEUs. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

November 17

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talks— Franciscan Spirituality: Alive Today, 10:45 a.m.-noon, Franciscan Father Frank Jasper presenting, online option available, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

November 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: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

November 22-24

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Being & Belonging” Retreat for Separated and Divorced Catholics, 6 p.m. Fri.-1:30 p.m. Sun., Father James Farrell with team, $210 includes program, meals, snacks, two overnight stays in private room with shared bathroom, Mass on Sunday. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

November 23

Mystics and Fellowship virtual program, 9-10:30 a.m., sponsored by Sisters of Providence, first of four independent sessions, register by Nov. 20, $25 per session. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

November 29-December 1

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Young Adult Retreat, 5 p.m. Fri. (vespers)-1 p.m. Sun. (lunch), for young adults ages 18-39, quiet day of reflection with spiritual direction available, includes overnight accommodations and meals, $50 single room. Registration: 812-357-6501, yae@saintmeinrad.edu.

December 4

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

December 7

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. “The Word was made flesh and dwelt in Mary,” 9 a.m.-noon., Franciscan Friar Matthias Sasko facilitating, free, bring lunch or sack lunch available for $5. Information, sack lunch purchase: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, motheroftheredeemer.com.

December 13-15

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

December 17, 18, 19

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent 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: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

December 20

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.

December 21

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Advent Mindfulness Retreat: Cultivating Peace Within, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, $30, $45 with CEUs. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

December 22

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talks— Divine Presence: Mary's Journey, 10:45 a.m.-noon, Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, online option available, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

December 27-29

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Young Adult Retreat, 5 p.m. Fri. (vespers)-1 p.m. Sun. (lunch), for young adults ages 18-39, quiet day of reflection with spiritual direction available, includes overnight accommodations and meals, $50 single room. Registration: 812-357-6501, yae@saintmeinrad.edu.

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