January 13, 2023

Events Calendar

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The Coming Month

January 16

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.

January 18, Feb. 15

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

January 19, Feb. 16

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

January 20

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Scott Williams, co-founder of Sock Religious presenting “Building a Catholic Business in a Secular World,” 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 Jan. 17. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

January 21-22

St. Jude Church, 5353 McFarland Rd., Indianapolis. Bruté Weekend, Sat. 4 p.m., Sun. 7:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. Masses celebrated by Father Daniel Bedel, Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary spiritual director, talks on how the seminary forms future priests. Information: Ellen Sanders, 317-236-1501 or esanders@archindy.org.

January 24

World Gospel Church, 900 Gardendale Rd., Terre Haute. Wabash Valley Right to Life Benefit Dinner, 6:30 p.m., David Williams speaking, free but donations requested made payable to WVRTL Education Fund and mailed to PO Box 3261, Terre Haute, IN 47803. Information: wvrtl.com or wabashvalleyrtl@gmail.com.

January 26

Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, Benedictine Room, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigrant Services Volunteer Information Session, 10-11 a.m., refreshments provided. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CCRIS or Laura Sheehan, lsheehan@archindy.org.

January 27-28

St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish, 1870 W. Oak St., Zionsville (Lafayette Diocese). Rummage Sale, Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-noon, free admission. Information: zionsvillecatholic.com/events/rummage-sale or 317-873-2885, ext. 301.

January 29

St. Matthew School, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Open House, 2-4 p.m., for prospective families, free. Information: 317-251-3997 or dsmock@saintmatt.org.

January 30, 31

St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish, 1870 W. Oak St., Zionsville, Ind. (Lafayette Diocese). Parish Mission, 6:30 p.m., Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers presenting, free, limited childcare for ages 1-5 for $2 per child. Information: zionsvillecatholic.com/mission or 317-873-2885, ext. 301.

February 1

MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5:30 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.

February 3

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.

St. John Paul II Church, 2253 St. Joe Rd. W., Sellersburg. First Friday Devotion, 11:45 a.m., litany, consecration to the Sacred Heart, Divine Mercy Chaplet followed by noon Mass. Information: 812-246-2512.

February 4

St. John Paul II Church, 2253 St. Joe Rd. W., Sellersburg. First Saturday Devotion, 8 a.m., rosary, litany, consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, confessions 8:10-8:30 a.m. followed by 8:30 a.m. Mass. Information: 812-246-2512.

February 4-5

St. Mary Church, 1331 E. Hunter Robbins Way, Greensburg. Bruté Weekend, Sat. 4:30 p.m., Sun. 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Masses celebrated by Father Joseph Moriarty, Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary rector, talks on how the seminary forms future priests. Information: Ellen Sanders, 317-236-1501 or esanders@archindy.org.

February 11

Sidewalk Advocates for Life training, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., location and other details given by phone, $10 for materials, register by Feb. 6. Information, registration: Sheryl Dye, smdye1@gmail.com or 317-407-6881.

February 11-12

St. Luke the Evangelist Church, 7575 Holliday Dr. E., Indianapolis. Bruté Weekend, Sat. 8: 15 a.m. and 5 p.m., Sun. 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Masses celebrated by Father Daniel Bedel, Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary spiritual director, talks on how the seminary forms future priests. Information: Ellen Sanders, 317-236-1501 or esanders@archindy.org.

February 18

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, assist with retired Providence Sisters. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, jluna@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.

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General Announcements 

Vocations essay contest submissions sought from students in grades 7-12

The Serra Club of Indianapolis’ annual John D. Kelley Vocations Essay Contest is under way. It is open to any Catholic student in grades 7-12 in parochial, public or home school systems in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis.

The theme for this year’s contest focuses on saints and their devotion to the Eucharist. In one way or another, all the saints had a great devotion to the Eucharist. Moreover, only with the help of the Eucharist did any saint fulfill his or her vocation.

Participants are asked to pick a particular saint and describe that saint’s relationship with the Eucharist—how did their devotion to the Eucharist enable them to fulfill their vocation? How does this saint’s love of the Eucharist inspire you?

For more details and an essay submission form, contact your school religion teacher, religious education program instructor or parish catechist/youth minister. Information is also available from Serra Club member Dick Cannon at dickc610@gmail.com.

Submitted essays must be postmarked no later than March 17.

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Retreats and Programs

January 23, 30, February 6, 13

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. “Who Wrote the Bible?” Bible Study, 10 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. each Monday through Feb. 13, Franciscan Father Ken Bartsch presenting, free. Information: cutt.ly/SFCWinterBblstudy23 or 812-23-8817.

January 26

From Cave to the Mountaintop Part II: Benedict’s Vision for a Spiritual Life—“Building the Kingdom of God” (via Zoom), 7-8:30 p.m., Benedictine Sister Antoinette Purcell presenting, fourth of four independent sessions, $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

February 5

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. The Letter: Movie and Discussion. 2-4 p.m., film on Laudato Si’, discussion led by Benedictine Sister Sheila Marie Fitzpatrick, $5, proceeds benefit Our Lady of Grace’s Laudato Si’ Action Plan. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

February 7

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

February 10-12

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Welcoming In-laws, Valentine retreat for married couples, Benedictine Father Nöel Mueller presenting, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

February 15

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Prayers of Jesus: Lessons in Empowering Our Prayers, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Father Stephen Schaftlein presenting, $35. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org. †

February 15

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 common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

February 22

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. From Ashes to Resurrection Joy: An Ash Wednesday Day of Reflection, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Benedictine Sister Heather Jean Foltz facilitating, $75 includes lunch. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

February 28-March 2

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

March 3-5

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Life Along the Road—Reflections and Meditations on Our Life Journey Toward God: a Lenten Weekend Retreat, 6 p.m. Fri.-noon Sun., Father Jeffrey Godecker facilitating, $200 includes private accommodations, meals, snacks and program material, register by March 2. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

March 4

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Grieving Our Losses, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind and clinical psychologist Claire Sherman facilitating, $30, $45 with CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

March 7

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Coffee and Conversation: Living Cruciform, 10-11:30 a.m.,   Patty Moore facilitating, series based on book The Broken Way, second of six independent sessions (March 14, 21, 28, April 4), $25 per session, journals provided. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

March 8

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

March 9

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 common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

March 10-12

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. No Greater Love—A Pilgrimage from the Garden to the Resurrection, 9 a.m. Fri.-1 p.m. Sun., Benedictine Sister Carol Falkner and   Patty Moore facilitating, $275 before March 1, $300 after March 1, includes meals and accommodations. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

March 13

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Living the Stations of the Cross—14 Timeless Treasures and One Mighty Resurrection: Evening of Reflection, 7-9 p.m., author Beth Leonard presenting, $25, register by March 12. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

March 14

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Coffee and Conversation: Learning to Receive, 10-11:30 a.m.,   Patty Moore facilitating, series based on book The Broken Way, third of six independent sessions (March 21, 28, April 4), $25 per session, journals provided. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

March 16

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 common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

March 17-19

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Christian Hospitality: Welcoming One Another As Christ, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 18

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Lenten Day of Reflection, 10:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Deacon Ed Walker (Diocese of Evansville) facilitating, $25 includes lunch. Information, registration: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, or motheroftheredeemer.com.

March 18-19

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Encountering the Women in the Bible—a Lenten Weekend Retreat with Father Jim Farrell, 8:30 a.m. Sat.-3:30 p.m. Sun., Father Jim Farrell facilitating, $160 includes Sat. breakfast, lunch and dinner, Sun. breakfast and lunch, overnight accommodations, register by March 17. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

March 19

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Mystics—A Journey of Discovery: St. Bridget of Sweden, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Providence Sister Paula Damiano presenting, $25 includes materials and refreshments provided. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.

March 20

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Living the Stations of the Cross—14 Timeless Treasures and One Mighty Resurrection: Morning of Reflection, 9-11 a.m., Beth Leonard presenting, $25, register by March 19 Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

March 21

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Coffee and Conversation: Real Koinonia, 10-11:30 a.m.,   Patty Moore facilitating, series based on book The Broken Way, fourth of six independent sessions (March 28, April 4), $25 per session, journals provided. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

March 24-26

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Welcoming In-laws, second Valentine Retreat for married couples, Benedictine Father Nöel Mueller presenting, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 28

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Coffee and Conversation: Embracing Inconvenience, 10-11:30 a.m.,   Patty Moore facilitating, series based on book The Broken Way, fifth of six independent sessions (April 4), $25 per session, journals provided. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

March 24-26

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Living Within a Mystery: a Paula D'Arcy Weekend Retreat, 6:30 p.m. Fri.-noon Sun., Paula D’Arcy facilitating, $250 includes Sat. breakfast, lunch and dinner, Sun. breakfast, snacks, overnight accommodations, register by March 23. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

April 1

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Faith and the Arts, 9 a.m.-noon, Indiana State University Professor Emeritus Dr. Arthur Feinsod presenting, $25 includes materials and refreshments provided, register by Mar. 29. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, jfrost@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Priest, Prophet and King—Day of Reflection, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Deacon Robert Beyke facilitating, $45 includes lunch, program and Mass, register by March 31. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

April 4

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Coffee and Conversation: Who We Serve, 10-11:30 a.m.,   Patty Moore facilitating, series based on book The Broken Way, sixth of six independent sessions, $25, journals provided. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

April 4, 5, 6

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

April 5-9

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Celebrating the Paschal Mystery, Benedictine Father Nöel Mueller presenting, Holy Week retreat, $465 single, $735 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 6-9

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Triduum Retreat, 4:30 p.m. Thur.-1 p.m. Sun., $375, includes meals and accommodations. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Easter Triduum Retreat, 6 p.m. Thurs.-8 a.m. Sun., Franciscans of the Immaculate Fathers Terrance Chartier and Matthias Sasko facilitating, $50.70 per adult, children free, includes lunch and dinner on Sat., overnight accommodations additional cost, call for details. Information, registration: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, or motheroftheredeemer.com.

April 7

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Good Friday Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes private room for the day and lunch; spiritual direction not available for Good Friday. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

April 17-21

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Sermon on the Mount: Matthew’s Handbook for Living in the Kingdom of Heaven, priests retreat, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $465 single. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 22

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Values in Caring for Our Creation, 9 a.m.-noon, Benedictine Sister Sheila Marie Fitzpatrick presenting, $35. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

April 29

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Blessed Mother’s Beads, 9 a.m.-noon, Benedictine Sister Nicolette Etienne and Kathy Willis presenting, $60, includes materials, class limited to 25. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

April 28-30

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 E. 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/TOBITIndy-042823or 317-545-7681. Information on program: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 x. 106 or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.

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