March 5, 2021

Events Calendar

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The Coming Month - - - General - - - Retreats 

The Coming Month

March 11

The Third Option virtual marriage crisis/enrichment class, “Control Issues,” 7-8 p.m., series offered most Thursdays through May 20, viewing all sessions recommended but not required, no registration needed, free. Go to carmelthirdoption.org/web, click on link at top of page. Information: carmelthirdoption.org/web, or Keith Ingram, kingram@aicinvest.com or 317-324-8446.

March 11, 18, 25

The Eucharist, Source and Summit of Faith, through Old Testament and the Gospels, via Zoom, sponsored by St. Michael Parish, Greenfield, 1-2:30 p.m., three of six stand-alone sessions, led by graduates of Guadalupe Bible College, free. Information and registration: Darlene Davis, ljdarlene@gmail.com.

March 12

St. Jude School, 5353 McFarland Road, Indianapolis. St. Jude Fish Fry Drive-Thu, hosted by Boy Scout Troop 51, 4-7 p.m., menu includes fish filets, grilled cheese, coleslaw, macaroni and cheese, green beans with potatoes, soda or bottled water, free will donation. Information 317-753-0866 or haggnjos0123@gmail.com.

March 12, 19

St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 316 N. Sherwood Ave., Clarksville. Men’s Club Annual Fish Fry, 5-7:30 p.m., take out only, includes baked or fried fish, oysters and shrimp, two sides, adult dinners $7.50-$9.50, children’s dinners $3-$5. Information: parish.office@stanthony-clarksville.com or 812-282-2290.

March 12, 19, 26

Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 1530 Union Street, Indianapolis. Praying the Stations with St. John XXIII, 6:30 p.m., meditation, prayer, song. Information: 317-638-5551.

March 12, 19, 26, April 2

St. Thomas the Apostle Parish Knights of Columbus #15712, 523 S. Merrill St., Fortville. Friday Night Lenten Fish Fry, 5 p.m. until supplies last, includes fish sandwich, fries, coleslaw, dessert, $10. Information: kofc115712info@gmail.com or 317-485-5102.

March 17

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

March 18

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.

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

The Third Option virtual marriage crisis/enrichment class, “Listening Beyond the Words,” 7-8 p.m., series offered most Thursdays, viewing all sessions recommended but not required, no registration needed, free. Go to carmelthirdoption.org/web, click on link at top of page. Information: carmelthirdoption.org/web, or Keith Ingram, kingram@aicinvest.com or 317-324-8446.

March 25

The Third Option virtual marriage crisis/enrichment class, “Personality Difference,” 7-8 p.m., series offered most Thursdays through May 20, viewing all sessions recommended but not required, no registration needed, free. Go to carmelthirdoption.org/web, click on link at top of page. Information: carmelthirdoption.org/web, or Keith Ingram, kingram@aicinvest.com or 317-324-8446.

April 2

Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Way of the Cross, noon. Information: 317-784-4439 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.

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., exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, following Mass until 9 p.m., sacrament of reconciliation available. Information: 317-750-7309, msross1@hotmail.com.

April 3

St. John Paul II Parish, St. Paul Chapel, 216 Schellers Ave., Sellersburg. First Saturday Marian Devotion, 8 a.m. rosary, meditation, prayer; 8:30 a.m. Mass with confessions prior. Information: 812-246-3522.

St. Michael Church, 145 St. Michael Blvd., Brookville. First Saturday Marian Devotional Prayer Group, Mass, devotional prayers, rosary, 8 a.m. Information: 765-647-5462.

April 7

MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5 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 or 317-243-0777.

April 8

The Third Option virtual marriage crisis/enrichment class, “Childhood Issues and Emotional Baggage,” 7-8 p.m., series offered most Thursdays through May 20, viewing all sessions recommended but not required, no registration needed, free. Go to carmelthirdoption.org/web, click on link at top of page. Information: carmelthirdoption.org/web, or Keith Ingram, kingram@aicinvest.com or 317-324-8446.

April 14

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

April 15

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.

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

The Third Option virtual marriage crisis/enrichment class, “Handling Anger Constructively,” 7-8 p.m., series offered most Thursdays through May 20, viewing all sessions recommended but not required, no registration needed, free. Go to carmelthirdoption.org/web, click on link at top of page. Information: carmelthirdoption.org/web, or Keith Ingram, kingram@aicinvest.com or 317-324-8446.

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General Announcements 

St. Vincent de Paul conferences in central and southern Indiana in urgent need of furniture, funds

Due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, several St. Vincent de Paul conferences in central and southern Indiana are in urgent need of furniture and funds to help the many who are turning to them for assistance.

Bloomington St. Vincent de Paul Society has provided free furniture to Monroe County households for more than 20 years. In 2020, 5,147 furniture pieces, 336 major and minor appliances and more than 1,100 non-voucher items (sheets, blankets, silverware, etc.) were distributed to more than 700 unique households. The conference is now in desperate need of furniture and funds to keep the furniture operations going.

To schedule a furniture pickup in Monroe County or to make a financial contribution, call 812-961-1510 or go to www.svdpbloomington.org. Checks made out for St. Vincent de Paul may also be sent to St. Vincent de Paul, 1413 E. 17th St., Bloomington, IN 47408.

St. Vincent de Paul in Brown County continues to be the primary emergency food responder for Brown County. They have distributed more than 100 tons of food since the start of the pandemic. Now operating two 26-foot Freightliner trucks, their gravel parking lot no longer meets the challenge, especially when trying to move pallets of food on pallet jacks. The conference is seeking funds to cover the cost of surfacing the lot.

To contribute online, go to stagnescatholicnashville.org or stvincentdepaulbrowncounty.com. Donations may also be sent by mailing a check made out for St. Vincent de Paul directly to P.O. Box 577, Nashville, IN 47448.

In fiscal year 2019-2020, St. Vincent de Paul Indianapolis gave 1,584 dining sets, couches, dressers and chairs and 432 refrigerators, washers, dryers and stoves to those in need. The demand has only increased, making the organization in great need of furniture, particularly couches, living room chairs and recliners, kitchen tables and chairs, dressers, end tables and coffee tables, as well as appliances.

To schedule a pickup, call 317-687-1006. Donations may also be dropped off at the St. Vincent de Paul Distribution Center at 1201 E. Maryland St., in Indianapolis. For a complete wish list of items needed and a lit of items the organization does not accept, go to cutt.ly/SVDPIndyItems. †

 

All are invited to join Knights during Prayer Vigil for Life on night of March 19

As part of the 40 Days For Life spring campaign, the central Indiana Knights of Columbus will hold an all-night vigil for life in front of the Planned Parenthood abortion facility at 8590 Georgetown Road, in Indianapolis, from 7 p.m. on March 19 through 7 a.m. on March 20.

All are invited—including non-members—to pray for any amount of time during the 12-hour vigil.

The vigil will begin with the Stations of the Cross, led by Msgr. William F. Stumpf, archdiocesan vicar general. At 8 p.m., Father Christopher Shocklee, a priest of the Diocese of Lafayette who serves as the Indiana Knights’ associate state chaplain, will lead participants in prayer.

All attendees will receive a special St. Joseph prayer card to mark the saint’s March 19 feast day.

For more information, contact Indiana Knights of Columbus State Life Director Larry Kunkel at 317-223-4892 or life@indianakofc.org.

 

Virtual ‘Shelterbration’ on March 11 will raise funds for Becky’s Place in Bedford

A virtual “Shelterbration” event to raise funds for Becky’s Place shelter for homeless women and children in Bedford will take place at BeckysPlaceBedford.org at 7 p.m. on March 11.

The event includes an online silent auction of items beginning on March 4 at bidpal.net/beckysplace (PIN is 6480).

The virtual event on March 11 will include residents’ success stories, results of the silent auction and awards.

Each year, Becky’s Place provides services to more than 100 women and children to move them into more sustainable housing. Services include offering shelter, meals, case management, support services, counseling and more.

To become a “Shelterbration” event sponsor or to donate, go to cutt.ly/Shelterbration.

For more information, contact Cheri Bush at cbush@archindy.org or 317-236-1411.

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Retreats and Programs

March 4

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, Havlik Center at Providence Hall, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art and Soul Creation Guild, 6:30-8:30 p.m., annual membership $30 per person plus $5 for each additional monthly session. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

Scriptures of Lent/Spring virtual study via Zoom, third of six stand-alone sessions (March 11, 18 and 25), offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 6:15-7:45 p.m., $5/session, register by March 1. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

Lenten Letting Go Series, on Zoom, session three of six stand-alone sessions (March 11, 18, 25), sponsored by Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., Judy Ribar presenting, $20. Registration:

March 4-7

Retrouvaille Weekend via Zoom, sponsored by Retrouvaille Indy, for couples in struggling marriages. Registration: www.helpourmarriage.org or email retrouindy@gmail.com.

March 4-25

Lenten IAM Series: I AM the Bread of Life, on Zoom, session one of four stand-alone sessions (March 11, 18, 25), sponsored by Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Barbara Leonard, Theologian, presenting, $15 per session, $55 for all sessions. Information and registration: center@oldenburgosf.com or oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/programs.html.

March 6

Contemplative Prayer, on Zoom, Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind, presiding, 3-4:30 p.m., freewill donation. Information and registration: center@oldenburgosf.com.

March 8

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $35, includes room to use for the day, continental breakfast, lunch and use of the common areas and grounds. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 9

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., includes private room for the day and lunch, $40, spiritual direction for additional $30 (must be scheduled in advance). Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Combating Racism: A Spiritual Journey, third of six stand-alone sessions (March 16, 23 and 30), 7-8:30 p.m., Dr. Mary Beth Riner presenting, $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

March 11

Scriptures of Lent/Spring virtual study via Zoom, fourth of six stand-alone sessions (March 18 and 25), offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 6:15-7:45 p.m., $5/session, $25 for all six, register by March 8. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

Lenten Letting Go Series, on Zoom, session four of six stand-alone sessions (March 18, 25), sponsored by Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., Judy Ribar presenting, $20. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

Lenten IAM Series: I AM the Light of the World, on Zoom, session two of four stand-alone sessions (March 18, 25), sponsored by Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Jan Erlanbaugh Gaddis, Parish Nurse, presenting, $15 per session. Information and registration: center@oldenburgosf.com or oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/programs.html.

March 13

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Lessons Learned through Loss and Lament, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, Judy Ribar and Tina Ridge presenting, $50 includes lunch. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Divine Wine & Art with Heart, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Hayley Mosson presenting, $45, includes program, wine, snacks and all painting supplies. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 16

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Combating Racism: A Spiritual Journey, fourth of six stand-alone sessions (March 23 and 30), 7-8:30 p.m., Mary Beth Riner presenting, $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

March 18

Scriptures of Lent/Spring virtual study via Zoom, fifth of six stand-alone sessions (March 25), offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 6:15-7:45 p.m., $5/session, register by March 15. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

Lenten Letting Go Series, on Zoom, session five of six stand-alone sessions (March 25), sponsored by Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., Judy Ribar presenting, $20. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

Lenten IAM Series: I AM the Good Shepherd, on Zoom, session three of four stand-alone sessions (March 25), sponsored by Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Delouise Menges, Teacher & Pastoral Minister, presenting, $15 per session. Information and registration: center@oldenburgosf.com or oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/programs.html.

March 19-21

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Sacred Rhythms of Prayer, 9 a.m. Fri. - 1 p.m. Sun., Benedictine Sister Carol Falkner and Patty Moor facilitating, $250 includes room and meals. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. On the Way to the Tomb, 7 p.m. Fri.-1 p.m. Sun., Father Jim Farrell presenting, $200 per person, $400 per married couple, includes program, five meals, snacks, two overnight stays in private guestroom with private bathroom. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 23

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Combating Racism: A Spiritual Journey, fifth of six stand-alone sessions (March 30), 7-8:30 p.m., Mary Beth Riner presenting, $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

March 24

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Introduction to Spiritual Direction, 5-9 p.m., free, includes program and light supper. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 25

Scriptures of Lent/Spring virtual study via Zoom, sixth of six stand-alone sessions, offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 6:15-7:45 p.m., $5/session, register by March 22. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

Lenten Letting Go Series, on Zoom, last of six stand-alone sessions, sponsored by Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., Judy Ribar presenting, $20. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

Lenten IAM Series: I AM the Resurrection and the Life, on Zoom, session four of four stand-alone sessions, sponsored by Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Dr. Jennifer Profitt, presenting, $15 per session. Information and registration: center@oldenburgosf.com or oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/programs.html.

March 26

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Painting with Padre, last Friday monthly through May, doors open 5:30 p.m., painting instruction from Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen 6-9 p.m., subject matter changes monthly, cheese and light snacks, bring your own beverage, $40 per session. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

March 26-28

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Walking with Christ, 7 p.m. Fri.-1 p.m. Sun., Father Steve Banet presenting, $200 per person, $400 per married couple, includes program, five meals, snacks and two overnight stays in private guestroom with private bathroom. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 27

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. “One, the Cross that We Share:” Preparing for Holy Week, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen presenter, $50 includes lunch. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

March 28

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Labyrinth Walking: An Ancient Tool for a New Time, 1:30-3:30 p.m., $10, register by March 25, limited spaces available. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event

March 30-April 1

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Holy Week Days of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of the common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $28 per person, dinner additional $9. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 30

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Combating Racism: A Spiritual Journey, sixth of six stand-alone sessions, 7-8:30 p.m., Mary Beth Riner presenting, $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

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Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Triduum Retreat, 4:30 p.m. Thurs. - 1 p.m. Sun., includes room and meals, $350. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 2

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Good Friday Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., includes private room for the day and lunch, $40. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 6

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., first of four stand-alone sessions (April 13, 20 and 27), Benedictine Sister Kathleen Yeadon presenting, $90 for series, $25 per session. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 7-June 2

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Plein Air Classes: Painting the Springtim Landscape, Wednesdays 9:30-1:30 a.m. or 5-7 p.m., 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, $25 per session. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 10

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. A Day (or Weekend) of Peace, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Judy Ribar facilitator, $50 includes lunch, $75 additional for overnight and one meal. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 13

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., second of four stand-alone sessions (April 13, 20 and 27), Benedictine Sister Julie Sewell presenting, $25 per session. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 16-18

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Being at Home as a Young Adult in the Church, retreat for young adults, Benedictine Brother Simon Herrmann presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 17

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Pilgrimage at the Mount, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, presenter, $50 includes lunch. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 20

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., third of four stand-alone sessions (April 13, 20 and 27), Benedictine Sister Carol Falkner presenting, $25 per session. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 23-25

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Lectio Divina: Praying with the Bible, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 24

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Wisdom of the Second Half of Life, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Judy Ribar presenter, $50, $75 additional for overnight and one meal. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 26-30

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. A Conversation with St. Paul Regarding the Trials of Pastoral Ministry, retreat for priests, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $465 single. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 27

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., third of four stand-alone sessions (April 13, 20 and 27), Benedictine Sister Antoinette Purcell presenting, $25 per session. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 30

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Painting with Padre, last Friday monthly through May, doors open 5:30 p.m., painting instruction from Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen 6-9 p.m., subject matter changes monthly, cheese and light snacks, bring your own beverage, $40 per session. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 30-May 2

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Beauty as a Pathway to God: Religious Art and Symbol in the Spiritual Life, Benedictine Brother Martin Erspamer presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 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, must also complete “Tobit Required Info Sheet” at cutt.ly/TOBITForm and email to jburger@archindy.org. Information on program: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 x. 106 or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.

May 8

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. A Day with Mary, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Judy Ribar presenter, $50 includes box lunch. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

May 11

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., includes private room for the day and lunch, $40, spiritual direction for additional fee of $30 (must be scheduled in advance). Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

May 13

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Peace and Nature Garden Walk, 7-8:30 p.m., Benedictine Sister Angela Jarboe presenting, free will contribution. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

May 14-16

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Delightful Duccio: An Artist Retreat, part of a series of artist retreats (Michelangelo, Raphael, Fra. Angelico, Van Gogh), Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

May 15

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Blessed Mother’s Beads, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., history of the rosary, rosary creation, Benedictine Sister Nicolette Etienne and Kathy Willis facilitating, includes supplies and lunch, $60, limit 20 participants, early registration recommended. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

May 17

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of the common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $28 per person, dinner additional $9. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

May 18-20

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Peace, the Benedictine Way, retreat on rule of St. Benedict in everyday life, Benedictine Brother Maurus Zoeller presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

May 21-23

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Music for the End of Time, includes live and recorded concerts, Benedictine Father Jeremy King facilitating, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. The Way, 7 p.m. Fri.-1 p.m. Sun., healing retreat for male survivors of abuse, Carla Hill, archdiocesan victims assistance coordinator, and Sue Stubbs, Director Victim Assistance Program for the Archdiocese of Atlanta, presenting, max of 15 people, $200 per person, includes program, five meals, snacks, two overnight stays in private guestroom with private bathroom. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

May 28

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Painting with Padre, last Friday monthly through May, doors open 5:30 p.m., painting instruction from Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen 6-9 p.m., subject matter changes monthly, cheese and light snacks, bring your own beverage, $40 per session. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

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