August 12, 2022

Events Calendar

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The Coming Month

August 15

Sr. Thea Bowman Black Catholic Women Monthly Prayer Gathering, via Zoom, third Monday of each month, sponsored by archdiocesan Black Catholic Ministry, 7 p.m. Join meeting: cutt.ly/SrTheaPrayer, meeting ID: 810 3567 0684 or dial-in at 301-715-8592. Information: Pearlette Springer, pspringer@archindy.org or 317-236-1474

August 17

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

August 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. Information: 317-244-9002.

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

August 19

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Archbishop Charles C. Thompson presenting, 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.16. Information and registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

August 19-20

St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, 4625 N. Kenwood Ave., Indianapolis. SausageFest, 5:30 p.m.-midnight, Kincaid’s sausages, Sun King beer, sides from Illinois Street Food Emporium, Byrne’s pizza, live music, wine, snack shack goodies, kids’ zone, teen zone with DJ, free admission. Information 317-253-1461.

August 20

St. Pius X Parish, 7200 Sarto Dr., Indianapolis. Feast Day Celebration, 6-10 p.m., food trucks, bar, music, kids’ games, free admission. Information: 317-255-4534.

August 22

St. Simon the Apostle Parish, St. Benedict Room, 8155 Oaklandon Rd., Indianapolis. SHIP (Singles Hoping for Involved Partnership), 6:30 p.m. (Mass 6 p.m.), fellowship ministry for singles ages 45-65, summer food pitch-in and Euchre, free. Information: martinlow8@cs.com or 317-826-6000.

August 24

Group Lectio via Zoom, 7 p.m., second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, Benedictine Sister Jill Marie Reuber, facilitator, sponsored by Sisters of St. Benedict, Ferdinand, Ind. (Diocese of Evansville). Information: vocation@thedome.org.

August 25-27

St. Ann Parish, 6350 S. Mooresville Rd., Indianapolis. Summer Festival, Thur. 5-11 p.m., Fri. and Sat. 5 p.m.-midnight, food, midway rides and games, silent auction, homemade sweets, gambling, beer garden, free admission. Information: 317-821-2909.

August 27

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Faithful Citizens Rosary Walk, 10:45-11:45 a.m., meet in front of church. Information: faithful.citizens2016@gmail.com.

St. Mary Parish, 1331 E. Hunter Robbins Way, Greensburg. On Eagles Wings 5K Run/Walk, 8 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. race, $25 adults, $20 children. Information and registration: 812-663-8427 or oneagleswings5k.com.

Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. Celebrate Marriage Annual Conference, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., featured speaker Catholic radio and TV host Dr. Ray Guarendi, live music by St. Jam Band, breakout sessions, lunch included, $75 per couple, register by Aug. 21. Information and registration: 317-489-1557 or celebratemarriageministry.com.

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Love Your Neighbor Gala, 5:30-9 p.m., fundraiser benefiting Indianapolis St. Vincent de Paul Society, cocktails, dinner, silent and live auction, $100, registration available through day of event. Information and registration: 317-921-1405 or events@svdpindy.org.

August 27-28

St. Mary Parish, 1331 E. Hunter Robbins Way, Greensburg. Parish Festival, Sat. 5:30-11 p.m. adult night, games, beer garden, live music by Nuttin’ Fancy, pork burger, pork chop or pulled pork dinners, basket silent auction, concessions; Sun. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Family Day, kids’ games, live music by Keith Swinney Band, fried chicken and pulled pork dinners, free admission both days. Information: 812-663-8427.

August 28

St. Patrick Parish, 950 Prospect St., Indianapolis. Festival ’22, 10:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m., food, games, music, St. Patrick King and Queen contest, dance, free admission. Information: 317-631-5824 or office@stpatrickindy.com.

August 29

Holy Spirit Parish, 7243 E. 10th St., Indianapolis. Encountering God in the Eucharist, talk in Spanish by Dr. Marlon De La Torre, light refreshments, freewill offering. Information: Saul Llacsa, 317-236-1443, sllacsa@archindy.org.

The Villages of Indiana online Foster Parenting Virtual Information Night, 6-8 p.m., for those interested in becoming a foster parent, free. Information and registration: 317-775-6500 or cutt.ly/villagesindyreg.

September 1

Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 5333 E. Washington St., Indianapolis. World Day of Prayer for Creation, 7 p.m., prayer service in English and Spanish, also available by livestream, free. Information: 317-956-6453.

September 2

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, www.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 5:45 p.m. followed by adoration until 9 p.m., sacrament of reconciliation available. Information: 317-750-7309, msross1@hotmail.com.

September 2-4

St. Joseph Parish, 1401 S. Mickley Ave., Indianapolis. Fall Festival, Fri. and Sat. 5-11 p.m., Sun. 3-11 p.m., rides, food, blackjack, free admission. Information: 317-244-9002.

St. Catherine of Siena Parish, 9995 E. Base Rd., Greensburg. Parish Picnic, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., dine-in Fireside Inn fried chicken dinners and roast beef dinners 11 a.m.-4 p.m. or carryout 11 a.m.-5 p.m., $15 ages 12 and older, $7 ages 11 and younger; beer garden noon-5 p.m., games, basket booth, country store, raffles, mock turtle soup, pies. Information: 812-934-2880, stcatherine47240@gmail.com.

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General Announcements 

Cyclists, people praying, donors needed for Biking for Babies event on Sept. 9-11

The Indiana portion of the annual Biking for Babies national event will take place on Sept. 9-11. The effort raises awareness and funds for pregnancy resource centers to assist women and families experiencing crisis pregnancies.

Participants are needed to bike for long or short distances; to pray for the bikers and the effort; and to sponsor local riders through donations.

A prayer rally to support the cause will take place at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 5333 E. Washington St., in Indianapolis, at 1:30 p.m. on Sept. 10. Speakers during the rally include Biking for Babies riders; Jenny Hubbard, director of the Women’s Care Center in Indianapolis; and Mary Carmen Zakrajsek, Indiana regional coordinator of Students for Life.

A free dinner will follow at approximately 7 p.m. at Hoosier Youth Challenge Academy, 10892 N. State Road 140, in Knightstown. It will include a talk by Right to Life Indianapolis executive director Marc Tuttle.

The Indiana portion of the national event is sponsored by the Indiana Knights of Columbus. Donations raised by local participants will go toward the Indiana Knights’ Ultrasound fund, with a goal of $17,500. That amount will be matched to purchase a $35,000 ultrasound machine for an Indiana pregnancy resource center. For more information, to donate or to register to ride, go to cutt.ly/bike4babies.

 

Hunger Bust Fun Run/Walk on Sept. 10 will benefit Providence Food Pantry in West Terre Haute

A Hunger Bust Fun Run/Walk will take place on the grounds of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, 1 Providence Way, in St. Mary-of-the-Woods on the morning of Sept. 10.

The 2-mile path is accessible for wheelchairs and strollers. All proceeds will benefit the Providence Food Pantry in West Terre Haute.

The event will take place rain or shine. Registration/check-in is from 9-9:45 a.m., and the run/walk will begin at 10 a.m.

The cost is $15. Register by Aug. 18 to receive a free T-shirt. Walk-ups are also welcome.

For more information or advance registration, email jrichey75@gmail.com or call or text 812-208-6157.

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Retreats and Programs

August 12

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. A Day of Quiet Renewal, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $20, $70 with spiritual direction. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

August 12-14

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Retrouvaille Weekend Fri. 7:30 p.m.-Sun. 5 p.m., $150 per couple, register by Aug. 8. Registration: cutt.ly/retroindy0822, 317-489- 6811 or register@retroindy.com.

August 14

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talks: “Our Spiritual Journeys through the Eyes of The Chosen,” 10:45 a.m.-noon, Fatima Retreat House co-director Cheryl McSweeney presenting, online option available, freewill donation. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

August 16

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

August 16-18

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Praise and Worship in the Fine Arts, Benedictine Brother Michael Reyes, presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

August 28

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 donations accepted, registration required. Information and registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

August 29

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

September 2-4

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Power of Intercession, Benedictine Brother Nöel Mueller, presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

September 7-12

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Healing from Sexual Abuse—A Retreat for Women Religious, Wed. 3 p.m.- Mon. 10 a.m., Dr. Rachel Waltz presenting, limited to 15 participants, $525 before July 31, $550 after, includes lodging and meals. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

September 9-11

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Being & Belonging—A Weekend Retreat for Separated and Divorced Catholics, Father Jim Farrell facilitating, $190 includes private room, all meals, program and materials, Mass on Sunday. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

September 11

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

September 12

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Praying Your Child through Anything—Evening of Reflection, 5:30-9 p.m., author Beth Leonard presenting, $45 includes dinner and program. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

September 14

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

September 16-18

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Being Humble, Being Holy, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

September 12

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Praying Your Child through Anything—Day of Reflection, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., author Beth Leonard presenting, $45 includes breakfast, lunch and program. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

September 23-25

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Listening to the Great Stories of Luke’s Gospel Again for the First Time, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

September 30-Oct 2

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Beauty as a Pathway to God: Religious Art and Symbol in the Spiritual Life, Benedictine Brother Martin Erspamer 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.-1 p.m. Sun., Christine Turo-Shields certified therapist, Father Jim Farrell, Providence Sister Connie Kramer and survivors Judy Proctor and Lisa Thibault presenting, commuter rate $35 per person includes meals, private guest room to use during day sessions, Mass, program materials; overnight accommodations available for $30 per night. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

October 5

Virtual Addressing Racism Series, 7-8:30 p.m., sponsored by Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center in Beech Grove, first of six stand-alone Zoom sessions (Oct. 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9), led by Presbyterian Elder Dr. Mary Beth Riner, $25 per session or $125 for six sessions, registration required. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org

Oct 7-9

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Growing in the Love of Christ, Benedictine Father Coleman Grabert presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

October 10

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

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 a private room for the day and lunch; spiritual direction is available for an additional $30, must be scheduled in advance. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs , 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org .

October 12

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Praying All Ways: Exploring Prayer through the Multiple Intelligences, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, Agnes Kovacs presenting, $55 includes talk and lunch. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Virtual Addressing Racism Series, 7-8:30 p.m., sponsored by Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center in Beech Grove, second of six stand-alone Zoom sessions (Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9), led by Presbyterian Elder Dr. Mary Beth Riner, $25, registration required. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

October 19

Virtual Addressing Racism Series, 7-8:30 p.m., sponsored by Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center in Beech Grove, third of six stand-alone Zoom sessions (Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 9), led by Presbyterian Elder Dr. Mary Beth Riner, $25, registration required. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

October 21-23

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

October 22

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Transitions—A SoulCollage Journey of Change, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Benedict Inn marketing director Kathy Perron presenting, $80 includes lunch and supplies, register before Oct. 1 for $10 discount. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

October 24-28

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Great Stories from the Gospel of Luke: Challenges for Preaching and Spiritual Growth, retreat for priests, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $465 single. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

October 26

Virtual Addressing Racism Series, 7-8:30 p.m., sponsored by Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center in Beech Grove, fourth of six stand-alone Zoom sessions (Nov. 2, 9), led by Presbyterian Elder Dr. Mary Beth Riner, $25, registration required. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

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