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The Coming Month

July 28-31

Christ the King Parish, 5884 Crittenden Ave., Indianapolis. Encounter Summer Intensive: A Four-night Experience of the Encounter School of Ministry, 6-9 p.m. each evening, $35 for clergy, religious and seminarians, $40 for parish/ministry professionals and ages 18-35, $75 ages 36 and older; individual sessions $25. Information: 317-721-2145, indianapolis@encounterschool.org, tinyurl.com/encintensive25.

July 31-August 2

Holy Spirit Parish, 7243 E. 10th St., Indianapolis. Holy Spirit Festival, Thurs. 6-11 p.m., Fri. 6 p.m.-midnight, Sat. 1 p.m.-midnight, live music, midway rides, food, beer and wine, bingo, Monte Carlo, Texas Hold ‘Em, silent auction, $7,500 raffle (tickets $20), parking shuttle available at 7140 E. Washington St., free wrist bands provided to parishioners after Masses, non-parishioner admission $10 in festival tickets, children 12 and younger free, ages 17 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Information: holyspiritfestival.org, festival@holyspirit.cc, 317-353-9404.

August 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.

August 1-8

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Summer Used Book Sale, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., includes books, CDs, DVDs, freewill donation for items. Information: Events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

August 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, 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.

August 3

St. Boniface Parish, 11715 E. County Road 1550 N., Fulda. Annual Summer Picnic, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. CT., live music, dinners, food court, Fulda’s famous soup, family fun center, quilts, raffles, free admission. Information: 812-357-5533, info@myparishfamily.church.

August 5-September 9

Franciscan Hospice House, 8414 Franciscan Lane, Indianapolis. Men’s Bereavement Group, 10:30 a.m.-noon, six consecutive Tuesdays (Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26, Sept. 2, 9), free, registration required. Information, registration: 317-528-2636.

August 6

McGowan Hall, 1305 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis. Theology on Tap, 6-9:30 p.m., panel of young adults presenting, for ages 18-39, includes presentation, full bar, food trucks and socializing, free admission. Information: 317-592-4006, emastronicola@archindy.org.

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.

August 8-9

Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ Parish, 7225 Southeastern Ave., Indianapolis. Augustravaganza, 4 p.m.-midnight, raffle, festival food, children’s games, church tours, baby crawling race, bingo, beer tent, Monte Carlo, carnival rides, live music, catered dinners in air-conditioned gym, Silly Safari, free admission. Information: 317-357-1200, nativityindy.org/augustravaganza.

St. Susanna Parish, 1210 E. Main St., Plainfield. Backyard Bash, Fri. 5:30-11 p.m., Sat. 5-11 p.m., bounce houses, rock climbing wall, kids’ games, 50/50, pull tabs, bingo, games of chance, raffle, cornhole, putt-putt golf, dunk tank, dessert booth, vendor tables, live music 7:30-10:30 p.m.; dinners: Fri. 5:30-8 p.m. hamburger, fries and drink $10, Sat. 5-8 p.m. cod, fries, cole slaw and drink $12; kid’s activity wrist band $15; free parking available at Duke Energy lot, 316 N. Carr Road in Plainfield, Fri. 5-11:30 p.m. and Sat. 3-11:30 p.m.; free general admission. Information: 317-839-3333, info@saintsusanna.com, saintsusannachurch.com.

August 9-10

All Saints Parish, St. Paul campus, 9788 N. Dearborn Road, Guilford. Summer Picnic, Sat.: 5 p.m.-midnight, pork loin dinners, live music by Misty Creek. Sun.: 11 a.m.-7 p.m., chicken dinners available 11 a.m.-5 p.m. or sold out, food prices TBA. Both days: lunch stand food, beer garden, B&G ice cream, kiddie land, raffles, $10,000 Big Money Raffle, religious exhibit “Celebrating America,” free admission. Information: 812-576-4302, emilyalig.asp@gmail.com.

St. Mary Parish, 2500 St. Mary Dr., Lanesville. Parish Picnic, Sat. 6:30-10:30 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., chicken dinners, quilts, games of chance, free admission. Information: 812-952-2853.

August 10, 17, 24, 31

St. Joseph Parish, 125 E. Broadway, Shelbyville. “Know Your Fertility” Class in Spanish, 3-5 p.m., series of four sessions, $75. Information, registration: ccorona@archindy.org, 317-800-9306.

August 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.

August 15

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Viewrail CEO and founder Len Morris presenting “When Life Gives You Lemons, Go Find an Orange Grove,” 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 Aug. 12. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

August 15-16

St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, 4625 N. Kenwood Ave., Indianapolis. SausageFest, 5:30 p.m.-midnight, Kincaid’s sausages, beer garden featuring Sun King beer, live music, kids’ games, teen zone with D.J., free admission. Information 317-253-1461, mlorch@staindy.org.

August 16

St. Barnabas Parish, 8300 Rahke Road, Indianapolis. Saints Anne and Joachim Grandparents Workshop, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Catholic speaker Ron Ward presenting “How to Share Your Catholic Faith,” includes lunch, $5 donation, parents/aunts/uncles and anyone seeking to find new ways to experience Jesus in their life are also welcome, register by Aug. 10. Information, registration: stbindy.org/grandparents, 317-407-9769, chrislang1@aol.com.

August 16-17

St. Mary of the Knobs Parish, 5719 St. Marys Road, Floyds Knobs. Knobfest, Sat. 5:30 p.m.-midnight, Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., dancing, gambling, games, fried chicken dinner, food trucks, cost TBD. Information: 812-923-3011, mhartlage@yoursmk.org.

St. Nicholas Parish, 6461 E. St. Nicholas Dr., Sunman. Music Festival and Chicken Dinner, Sat. 6-11 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., ribeye sandwiches, fried chicken, turtle soup, live music: CRB (Classic Rock Band), Mitch and Fitch Music, dinners $15, free admission. Information: 812-623-2964, cludwig@etczone.com.

August 20

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

McGowan Hall, 1305 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis. Theology on Tap, 6-9:30 p.m., Benedictine Father Simon Hermann presenting, for ages 18-39, includes presentation, full bar, food trucks and socializing, free admission. Information: 317-592-4006, emastronicola@archindy.org.

August 21

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

August 22-24

St. Joseph Parish, 1401 S. Mickley Ave., Indianapolis. Fall Festival, Fri. and Sat. 5-11 p.m., Sun. 1-7 p.m., rides, food festival featuring Vietnamese, Mexican, African, Italian and American food, Texas Hold’em tournament on Saturday, blackjack, bingo, pull tabs, silent auction, free admission. Information: 317-244-9002.

Omni Interlocken Resort, 500 Interlocken Blvd., Broomfield, Colo. Rejoicing in Hope: National Conference for Single Catholics, Fri. 4 p.m.-Sun. 1 p.m., includes Mass with Denver Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila, adoration, music, meals, talks on topics relevant for single Catholics, mixers, comedy show, a dance, cocktail receptions, $499 through Aug. 8, $549 after, use promo code NCSC2025 for discount when registering, hotel $189 per night (+$10 for triple/quad), virtual option available. Information, registration: 719-641-2281, admin@nationalcatholicsingles.com, nationalcatholicsingles.com.

August 23

Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. Celebrate Marriage: Beacon of Hope Conference, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (optional 7:30 a.m. Mass prior to conference), includes sessions, continental breakfast and lunch, $75 per couple, limited to 30 couples, registration required and preferred by Aug. 16. Information, registration: tinyurl.com/beaconofhope25, 317-489-1557, olgmarriageministry@gmail.com.

St. Monica Parish, 6131 Michigan Road, Indianapolis. International Festival, 5-11 p.m., international food and entertainment, beer garden, $3,000 raffle, kids’ games, free admission. Information: 317-253-2193, parishoffice@stmonicaindy.org.

St. Mary Parish, 311 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis. Mass and Plaque Blessing with Archbishop Thompson, 5-7 p.m., 5 p.m. Mass with Archbishop Charles C. Thompson then blessing of plaque honoring St. Mary’s German heritage with new building inscription, followed by wine and cheese reception in parish grotto with German music, free admission. Information: 317-637-3983, bookkeeper@sainmarysindy.org.

Primo Banquet Hall, 2615 National Ave., Indianapolis. Angels of Grace Awards Luncheon, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., honoring Project Play founder Angie Lacy, Tara Treatment Center administrator Jessica Daugherty and Village of Merici executive director Colleen Reni; $45 individual, $360 table of eight, sponsored by Sisters of St. Benedict in Beech Grove. Information, registration: tinyurl.com/AngelsOfGrace2025, 317-787-3287, ext. 3033.

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.

August 23-24

St. Mary Parish, 1331 E. Hunter Robbins Way, Greensburg. Parish Festival, Sat.: 5:30-11 p.m., Adult Night, games, beer garden, pie auction, 7 p.m. live music by Nuttin’ Fancy, pork burger or pulled pork dinners, concessions. Sun.: 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Family Day, kids’ games, live entertainment, silent auction, 50/50 raffle, fried chicken and pulled pork dinners; free admission. On Eagles Wings 5K Run/Walk, Sat. 8 a.m. registration, 8:30 a.m. kids’ games open, 9 a.m. race, 10 a.m. Kids Fun Run, 10:15 a.m. awards, $20 for all participants until Aug. 13, $25 after Aug. 13, register by Aug. 13 for t-shirt, $8 to have shirt shipped, additional fees applied for online registrations. Information, registration: 812-663-8427, oneagleswings5k.com.

August 24

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.

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Wedding Anniversary Mass and reception, 2 p.m. bilingual Mass with Archbishop Charles C. Thompson, 3-5 p.m. reception at Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., for couples celebrating anniversary ending in 0 or 5, couples who register receive a certificate, registration required by Aug. 2, free. Information, registration: tinyurl.com/anniversaryMass25, ccorona@archindy.org, 317-236-9306.

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General Announcements 

All are invited to Mental Health and Addiction Ministry Mass with Archbishop Thompson on Aug. 13

A Mental Health and Addiction Ministry Mass will take place at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., in Indianapolis, at 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 13.

Archbishop Charles C. Thompson will celebrate the Mass, which is sponsored by the archdiocesan Office of Human Life and Dignity.

Options to receive a blessing from the archbishop and/or to pray with a prayer team will be offered immediately after the Mass.

All are invited to worship at the liturgy, including those suffering with—or those who know someone suffering with—mental health issues or addiction, their family and friends, those who work in the mental health and addiction recovery field, and all who want to pray for their Christian brothers and sisters enduring these crosses.

For more information, contact Brie Anne Varick at 317-236-1543 or bvarick@archindy.org.

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Retreats and Programs

August 8

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.

August 9

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Osteopathy as an Expression of Franciscan Values in Body, Mind and Spirit, 9:30-11:30 a.m., osteopathic physician Dr. David C. Eland presenting, $30, $45 with CEUs. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

August 15

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 Saint Anthony Dr., Mount St. Francis. A Day with Mary, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., facilitated by associate retreat director Judy Ribar, includes walking the Seven Joys of Mary, praying the Stations of the Cross, guided reflections, quiet prayer time, Mass at 11:30 a.m., and lunch, $60, register by Aug 12. Information, registration: 812-923-8817, mountsaintfrancis.org/a-day-with-mary.

August 15-17

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Psychological, Emotional and Spiritual Healing, 5 p.m. Fri.-10 a.m. Sun., Catholic therapist Dr. Peter Malonski 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.

August 18

Via Zoom. You Are Not Alone: The Spiritual Journey After Suicide Loss, 6:30-8 p.m., sponsored by Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, for adults, teens ages 15-19 may attend with parent or guardian, Father Jim Farell presenting, free, registration required. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

August 19

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.

August 20

Jubilee Year of Hope Webinar Series “Mary as a Witness to Hope,” noon-1 p.m., sponsored by Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, fourth of five standalone sessions (Sept. 17), presented by Conventual Franciscan Father Mario Serrano, vocation director for the Conventual Franciscan Friars’ Province of Our Lady of Consolation, $25, register by Aug. 13. Information, registration: 812-923-8817, tinyurl.com/YearofHopeSeries.

August 22-24

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Signs of the Time, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

August 22-25

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 Saint Anthony Dr., Mount St. Francis. Women’s Weekend of Peace, 7 p.m. Fri.-noon Sun., associate retreat director Judy Ribar facilitating, $250 includes materials, meals and private room. Information, registration: 812-923-8817, mountsaintfrancis.org/womens-weekend-of-peace.

August 23

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. The Care of the Terminally Ill: Work Without Hope? 9:30-11:30 a.m., Dr. Richard Gunderman presenting, $30, $45 with CEUs. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

August 29-31

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.

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.

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: archindy.org/fatima-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: archindy.org/fatima-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 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.

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