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The Coming Month

December 9

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.

December 13

Ars Café at St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Parish, 23345 Gavin Lane, Bright. Feast of St. Lucy, 6-8 p.m., hot chocolate and cookies available, freewill donations accepted. Information: brightlightsindiana.com, 812-537-3992.

Sisters of Providence, 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., crafts, alpaca visits, wagon rides, storytelling, face painting, a bake sale, cake walk, free, suggested donation of $5 per vehicle. Information: spsmw.org/event, 812-535-2946, lrobinette@spsmw.org.

December 14

Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ Church, 7225 Southeastern Ave., Indianapolis. Carols and Classics with the Vickery Family, 4 p.m., Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra violinist Peter Vickery, his wife pianist Joyce Vickery and their family present classic and original carols for the Christmas season, freewill offerings accepted. Information: 317-357-1200, tmarlin@nativityindy.org.

Holy Name of Jesus Church, 89 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Annual Christmas Concert, 5 p.m., donations accepted. Information: 317-784-5454, sr.sheila@holyname.cc.

December 15

Virtual Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Women’s Prayer Group, 7 p.m., meets online every third Monday of the month, free. Information, registration: 317-261-3381,tinyurl.com/SrTheaBowmanGroup, blackcatholicministry@archindy.org.

December 17

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 1752 Scheller Lane, New Albany. Mass of the Longest Night, 7 p.m., for those experiencing grief and loss in the holiday season, free. Information: 812-945-1647, jfey@olphna.org.

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

December 18

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

December 19

St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Church, 23345 Gavin Lane, Bright. Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra concert, 6:30 p.m., freewill donations accepted. Information: brightlightsindiana.com, 812-537-3992.

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Carmel Civility Foundation, Inc. founder, president and CEO Jeff Worrell presenting “Project Civility: Making the World a Better Place-One Community at a Time,” rosary 6:35 a.m., Mass 7 a.m., buffet breakfast and program following, $20 members, $25 non-members. Register by 4 p.m. on Dec. 16. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

December 27

All Saints Parish, St. Martin Campus, 8044 Yorkridge Road, Guilford. Holy Innocents Mass, 4 p.m., healing Mass for families or individuals who have lost a young child due to miscarriage, stillbirth, illness or any type of loss, RSVP online by Dec. 19. Information, rsvp: tinyurl.com/holyinnocents2025, 812-576-4302.

December 28

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.
 

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January 7-April 22

St. Jude Parish, Guerin Room, 5353 McFarland Road, Indianapolis. Surviving Divorce Program, 6:30-9 p.m., three Wednesdays a month for a total of 12 sessions (Jan. 7, 14, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25, March 4, 11, 25, April 8, 15, 22), $30, scholarships available. Registration, information: tinyurl.com/survivingdivorce2026, 317-786-4371, pcollins@stjudeindy.org.

January 9-11

Beavercreek, Ohio. Retrouvaille Retreat, for those in a struggling marriage, location disclosed upon registering, $400 per couple, register by Jan. 2. Information, registration: 513-486-6222, 3030r@helpourmarriage.org, helpourmarriage.org.

January 22

Indiana Convention Center, Sagamore Ballroom, 100 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis. Indiana Youth Rally for Life, 9-11 a.m., for youths in grades eight-12, Daughters of Mary of Nazareth founder Mother Olga of the Sacred Heart, music by Nico Cabrera, confession available, free, youth group leaders must register by Jan. 15 at archindyym.com/youth-rally-for-life, sponsored by archdiocesan Office of Youth Ministry. Information: 317-456-7076, rgilman@archindy.org.

Indiana Convention Center, Hall J, 100 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis. Mass for Life with Indiana bishops, 11:30 a.m., all welcome, sponsored by archdiocesan Office of Human Life and Dignity. Information: 317-236-1543, bvarick@archindy.org.

Indiana March for Life, Indianapolis: 1 p.m. pre-rally, Georgia and Capitol streets, Indianapolis; 1:45-2:30 p.m. march from Georgia and Illinois streets to Indiana Statehouse, 200 W. Washington St.; post-rally at south Statehouse steps, 2:30-3 p.m.; all welcome, sponsored by Right to Life of Indianapolis. Information: 317-582-1526, info@rtli.org.

January 24, Feb. 7

Sisters of Providence, 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, visit with elder sisters and help them with activities such as Bingo, exercise, baking and more. Information, registration: teenvolunteer.sistersofprovidence.org, jluna@spsmw.org, 361-500-9505.

January 28

St. Nicholas School, 6459 E. St. Nicholas Dr., Sunman. Open House, 5:30-7 p.m., free. Information: 812-623-2348, schooloffice@stnicholas-sunman.org.

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General Announcements 

Filipino Simbang Gabi Mass novena to take place in two churches on Dec. 15-23

Two archdiocesan churches, SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral in Indianapolis and St. Margaret Mary in Terre Haute, will host a series of nine Masses leading up to Christmas as part of Simbang Gabi, a traditional Filipino Advent devotion, from Dec. 15-23.

“Simbang Gabi” is Filipino for “night Mass.” Traditionally, the Masses take place in the nine evenings prior to Christmas, although early morning Masses are acceptable before the sun rises.

The Filipino Eucharistic Family of SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral will host its Simbang Gabi celebrations at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis according to the following schedule:

• Dec. 15: 6:30 p.m., Blessed Sacrament Chapel
• Dec. 16-20: 6:30 p.m. cathedral
• Dec. 21: 6:30 p.m., cathedral followed by dinner reception at the Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis.
• Dec. 22: 6 p.m., Blessed Sacrament Chapel
• Dec. 23: 6:30 p.m., cathedral, followed by dinner in rectory.

For more information e-mail Sherry Legaspi at sherrylegaspi@gmail.com or 317-332-9564.

On the same dates, the Simbang Gabi Mass novena will be celebrated at St. Margaret Mary Church, 2405 S. Seventh St. in Terre Haute, starting at 6 p.m. Masses will be in English with elements of Tagalog, including songs. A collection of food items for St. Patrick’s Soup Kitchen will be collected at each Mass. Contact the parish office for the list of food to bring for specific days.

For more information, contact the parish at 812-232-8518.

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Retreats and Programs

December 6

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Jesse Tree Advent Day of Reflection, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., led by Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House staff, $40 includes lunch, register by 9 a.m. Dec. 5. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

December 10

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

December 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.

December 12-14

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Being A Eucharistic People: The Embodied Presence of Christ, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

December 13

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 Saint Anthony Dr., Mount St. Francis. Advent Retreat: A Journey of Hope, Peace, Joy and Love, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Mount Saint Francis associate director Regina Proctor presenting, includes coffee, pastries and lunch, $60. Information, registration: 812-923-8817, mountsaintfrancis.org/advent-retreat.

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January 9

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.

January 9-11

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Young Adult Retreat, for ages 18-35, Benedictine Father Simon Herrmann presenting, $50 single, $100 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

January 10

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Mend Your Heart with Gratitude, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Jesuit Father Ed Kinerk presenting, $30. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

January 15

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $55, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $42, dinner additional $14.40. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

January 16-18

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Biblical Mercy: Matthew’s Gospel as an Encounter with Jesus’ Love, Father Zachary Samples, Diocese of Springfield, Ill., presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. The Beauty of the Sacraments Retreat, 6 p.m. Fri.-10 a.m. Sun., Catholic Answers apologist Karlo Broussard presenting, $290 for single, $480 double, $670 triple, $860 quadruple, commuter $90, 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.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. TOBIT Marriage Preparation Weekend, 7 p.m. Fri.-11:45 a.m. Sun., $400 per couple, separate rooms, includes meals and materials. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

February 13-15

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Seasons of Us: Renewing Marriage Through Every

Stage of Life, married couples retreat, Josh and Angie Greulich presenting, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

February 18

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Ash Wednesday and The Contemplative Life, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, Jane Feliz Rush presenting, includes lunch, $75. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

February 19

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $55, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $42, dinner additional $14.40. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

February 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.

February 20-22

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Strong Marriage, Strong Parenting, 6 p.m. Fri.-10 a.m. Sun., EWTN personality and clinical psychologist Dr. Ray Guarendi presenting, $290 for single, $480 double, $670 triple, $860 quadruple, commuter $90, 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.

February 21

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Modern Day Saints, 9:30-11:30 a.m., artist Gracie Morbitzer presenting, $30. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

February 24-26

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Women of the Bible, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

February 24, March 3, 10, 17

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Blessed Are You, 10 a.m.-11 a.m. CT, four-week workshop, Benedictine Father Kolbe Wolniakowski presenting, includes all four sessions, $75. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

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