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The Coming Month
July 31-August 7 
  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., Information: Events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952. 
  August 2
  
  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.
  August 3-5
  
  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, rummage sale, parking shuttle available at 7140 E. Washington St., free wrist bands provided to parishioners after Masses, non-parishioner admission $10 in festival tickets, children younger than 12 free, minors under 18 unaccompanied by an adult not admitted. Information: holyspiritfestival.org, festival@holyspirit.cc, 317-353-9404.
  
  August 4
  
  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 4-5
  
  St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, 523 S. Merrill St., Fortville. Summer Festival, Fri. 6-10 p.m.: Bingo Night, $35; Sat. 11 a.m.-8 p.m.: children’s games, food, raffle, silent auction, free admission. Information: 317-485-5102.
St. Susanna Parish, 1210 E. Main St., Plainfield. Backyard Bash, Fri. 6-10 p.m., Sat. 1-10 p.m., raffle, games, food, live music, bounce houses, free admission. Information: 317-839-3333, info@saintsusanna.com.
  August 5
  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, confessions 8:10-8:30 a.m. followed by 8:30 a.m. Mass. Information: 812-246-2512.
Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. Basic Evangelization Training, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., separate English and Spanish tracks, conducted by St. Paul Street Evangelization, sponsored by archdiocesan Office of Evangelization, lunch and materials included, $10 per person assessed to parish, register by Aug. 1. Information, registration; stpaulse.com/greenwood-bet, info@stpaulse.com, 657-777-2963.
St. Lawrence School cafeteria, 524 Walnut St., Lawrenceburg. Sidewalk Advocacy Training, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., doors open at 8:30 a.m., sponsored by Sidewalk Advocates for Life, workbook, snacks and lunch included, free, freewill donation accepted, register by Aug. 1. Information, registration: 812-290-3574, 859-801-1293, cutt.ly/DCSidewalk23.
  August 6
  
  Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, Pump House Studio, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Bluegrass Jam, 5:30 p.m., free. Information: franciscansusa.org/bluegrass-jam.
St. Boniface Parish, 11715 E. County Road 1550 N., Fulda. Annual Summer Picnic, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. CT., live music, indoor and outdoor dining, quilts, raffles, Fulda’s famous soup, food court, family fun center, free admission. Information: 812-357-5533, info@myparishfamily.church.
  August 8
  
  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 9
  
  McGowan Hall, 1305 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis. Theology on Tap, 6-9 p.m., summer speaker series for young adults ages 18-39, free admission. Information: emastronicola@archindy.org, 317-592-4006. 
  
  August 10
  
  SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Mental Health and Addiction Ministry Healing Mass, 6 p.m. confession, 6:30 p.m. Mass, Archbishop Charles C. Thompson celebrant, opportunities afterward for blessing from archbishop, prayer teams, refreshments and resources. Information: bvarick@archindy.org, 317-236-1543.
  
  August 11-12
  
  Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ Parish, 7225 Southeastern Ave., Indianapolis. Augustravaganza, 4 p.m.-midnight, rides, catered dinner, food tent, beer/wine tent, Monte Carlo, raffle, live entertainment, kids’ games, free admission. Information: 317-357-1200. 
  
  August 12
  
  Our Lady of the Greenwood, 335 South Meridian St., Greenwood. Finding Joy: Celebrate Marriage Conference, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Joyful Ever After founders Melanie and Damon Owens keynote speakers, includes light breakfast, lunch and materials, $75 per couple through July 16, $100 per couple after, childcare available for $5, registration deadline July 29. Information, registration: lnkiy.in/celebratemarriage23, 317-489-1557, info@CelebrateMarriageMinistry.com.
  
  August 12-13
  
  All Saints Parish, St. Paul Campus, 9788 N. Dearborn Rd., Guilford. Summer Picnic, Sat. 5-midnight, Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., pork-loin dinner and live music Sat., kiddie land, beer garden, ham stand, split-the-pot, raffles, gaming, quilts, $10,000 raffle, 14 Stations of the Eucharistic religious exhibit, chicken dinner served Sun. beginning at 11 a.m., free admission. Information: 812-576-4302, emilyalig.asp@gmail.com. 
  
  August 13
  
  St. Mary Parish, 2500 St. Mary Dr., Lanesville. Parish Picnic, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., chicken or ham dinner, dine-in or carry-out, instant bingo, prize raffles, handmade quilt raffles, linens, crafts, online auction, free admission. Information: 812-952-2853, communications@catholic-community.org.
August 16
Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy  Ave., Indianapolis. Mass, 2 p.m.  Information: 317-784-4439, catholiccemeteries.cc. 
The Biltwell Event Center, 950 S. White  River Parkway Dr. West, Indianapolis. Catholic Radio Indy “Real Presence”  Dinner, cocktail hour 6 p.m., dinner 7 p.m., auction, presentations, $125  single, $250 couple, $1,000 table for eight, register by Aug. 2. Information,  registration: 317-870-8400, catholicradioindy.org. 
August 17
  Our Lady of Peace Cemetery and Mausoleum, 9001 Haverstick Road,  Indianapolis. Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-574-8898, catholiccemeteries.cc. 
August 18
  Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic  Business Exchange, Lafayette, Ind., Bishop Timothy L. Doherty presenting “Catholic  Business People: Being True Leaders in a Rapidly Changing 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 Aug 15. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg. 
August  18-19 
  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, kids’ zone, teen zone with DJ, free  admission. Information: 317-253-1461.
August 19
  Holy Angels Parish, 2822 Dr. Martin  Luther King, Jr. St., Indianapolis. “Do This in Remembrance of Me”:  Reflections on the Eucharist, 10-11 a.m., Father James Farrell presenting,  free. Information: 317-926-3324, holyangelsbulletin1@hotmail.com.
August 19-20
  St.  Mary of the Knobs Parish, 5719 St. Marys Rd., Floyds Knobs. Knobfest,  Sat.: 5:30 p.m.-midnight, music, beer garden, food trucks, dance 9 p.m. featuring  Juice Box Heroes; Sun.: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., games of chance and skill, fried  chicken dinner with all the fixings, family fun zone, free admission.  Information: 812-923-2492, mhartlage@yoursmk.org.
August 20
  Mount Saint Francis Center for  Spirituality, Pump House Studio, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Bluegrass  Jam, 5:30 p.m., free. Information: franciscansusa.org/bluegrass-jam.
August 23
  McGowan Hall, 1305 N. Delaware St.,  Indianapolis. Theology on Tap, 6-9 p.m., summer speaker series for young  adults ages 18-39, free admission. Information: emastronicola@archindy.org,  317-592-4006.  
August  24-26
  St. Ann Parish, 6350 S. Mooresville  Rd., Indianapolis. Summer Festival, Thur. 5-10 p.m., Fri. 5-11 p.m., Sat.  5-11:30 p.m., Amish sweet corn, casino, midway rides, games, silent auction,  homemade sweets, beer garden, food booths, bake sale, beer tent, entertainment,  free admission, Thurs. ride wristband price TBA.  Information: 317-821-2909.
August 26
  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.
St.  Monica Parish, 6131 N. Michigan Rd., 
  Indianapolis. International Festival, 5-11 p.m., foods from around the world, live  music, children’s bounce houses, raffle, free admission. Information: 317-253-2193, parishoffice@stmonicaindy.org. 
August  27 
  
  St.  Patrick Parish, 950 Prospect St., Indianapolis. Festival ’23, 9 a.m.-9  p.m., raffle, music, food, St. Patrick Queen & King, games. Information: 317-631-5824, office@stpatrickindy.com. 
August  25-27
  St. Joseph Parish, 1401 S. Mickley  Ave., Indianapolis. Fall Festival, Fri. and Sat. 5-11 p.m., Sun.  12:30-7:30 p.m., rides, food, bingo, gaming, silent action, beer garden, Texas  Hold’em contest Sun., free admission. Information: 317-244-9002. 
August  26-27
  St. Mary Parish, 1331 E. Hunter Robbins  Way, Greensburg. Parish Festival, Sat. 5:30-11 p.m.: adult night, games,  beer garden, live music, pork burger, pork chop or pulled pork dinners, basket  silent auction, concessions; Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.: Family Day, kids’ games, live  music, fried chicken and pulled pork dinners; free admission. On Eagles Wings 5K Run/Walk, Sat. 8 a.m.  registration, 9 a.m. race, $20 adults, $15 children ($25/$20 after Aug. 8), optional  kids’ Fun Run obstacle course at 10 a.m. for $15. Information, registration:  812-663-8427, oneagleswings5k.com.
August 27
  SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Wedding  Anniversary Mass and reception, 2 p.m. Mass, 3-5 p.m. reception at  Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., preference  given to couples celebrating 25 or more years of marriage, registration  required, free. Information, registration: lnkiy.in/WeddingAnniversaryMass23, ccorona@archindy.org, 317-236-7310.
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Retreats and Programs
July 30
  Virtual  You Are Not Alone Session: The  Healing Journey Forward with Suicide Loss, 4-6 p.m., second of  three stand-alone Zoom sessions, Sister of Providence Connie Kramer and Lisa  Thibault presenting, 4-6 p.m., session two of three stand-alone sessions,  Sister of Providence  Connie Kramer and therapist Lisa Thibault presenters, free will offering,  registration required. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events,  317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
July 31
  Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House,  5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “The Chosen” Season 3: Discussion and Dinner  Series, 5:30-8:30 p.m., seventh of eight Monday sessions (Aug. 7), episode  viewing and discussion, $16 per session, includes dinner, popcorn and  refreshments. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
July 31-September 25
  Mount  Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Eight-Week Pottery Session, 7-9 p.m., eight Mondays (July 31, Aug. 7, 14,  21, 28, Sept. 11, 18, 25), artist Martin Edlin facilitator, includes beginner  clay materials, 24-hour pottery studio access, scheduled kiln firing and tools,  $250, limited to 10 participants. Information, registration: lnkiy.in/7-31-pottery, retreatcommunications@mountsaintfrancis.org or  812-923-8817.
August 2
  Oldenburg  Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, in person or via Zoom, 2-3 p.m., Franciscan  Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration:  812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
August 4
  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, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
August 5
  Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Skills to Manage an Overactive Mind, 9:30-11:30  a.m., $30, $45 with CEU.  Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
  August 7
  
  Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House,  5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “The Chosen” Season 3: Discussion and Dinner  Series, 5:30-8:30 p.m., eighth of eight Monday sessions, episode viewing  and discussion, $16, includes dinner, popcorn and refreshments. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events,  317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
August  7-11
  Saint  Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Summer Chant  Workshop: Praying with Chant, Benedictine Brother John Glasenapp  presenting, for directors of liturgical music and singers in parish liturgies, $750  single, $835 double, $200 commuter. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
August 8
  Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St.,  Indianapolis. Day of Reflection, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Father Jim Farrell  presenting, $45 includes lunch and program. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events,  317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
August 9
  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.
August 10
  Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St.,  Indianapolis. Evening of Reflection 5-9 p.m., Father Jim Farrell  presenting, $45 includes meal and program. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events,  317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
August 12 
  Saint  Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Contributing to a  Depolarized World: A Benedictine Project, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, Benedictine  Brother John Mark Falkenhain presenting, $55. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
August  18-20
  Saint  Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Bible Bootcamp,  Benedctine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $300 single, $425 double.  Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
August 24
  Benedict  Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Peace  and Nature Garden Walk, 7-8:30 p.m., Benedictine Sister Angela Jarboe  presenting, freewill contribution. Registration: benedictinn.org/programs.  Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org,  317-788-7581.
August  25-27
  Saint  Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Experience of  Prayer in the Bible, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $300  single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
August 26
  Benedict  Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Dare to  Dream: Nourishing Your Soul with Spiritual Tools and Practices, 9  a.m.-noon, Catholic spiritual director Julie Gahimer presenting, $45 credit  card, $40 cash or check. Registration: benedictinn.org/programs.  Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org,  317-788-7581.
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. A Spiritual Model for Diversity, Equity and  Inclusiveness, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $30, $45 with CEU.  Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
August 27
  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 offering, registration required.  Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
August 30
  Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St.,  Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes room, lunch,  Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for  additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events,  317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
September 1
  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  1-3
  Saint  Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Contemplative  Christianity: God’s Call to Holiness, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke  presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
September 2
  Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Wisdom Knowing and Wisdom Jesus,  9:30-11:30 a.m., registered nurse Kay Jackson presenting, $30, $45 with CEU.  Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
September  6
  Oldenburg  Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, in person or via Zoom, 2-3 p.m., Franciscan  Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration:  812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
September  8-10
  Saint  Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Benedictine  Spirituality as Lived in Marriage, Deacon Rich and Cherie Zoldak  presenting, married couples only, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
September 11
  Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St.,  Indianapolis. Divine Wine and Art, 5-9 p.m. artist Hayley Oliverio, $45  includes snacks, wine and program. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events,  317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
September  12
  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.
September 13
  Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St.,  Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes room, lunch,  Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for  additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events,  317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
September  15-17
  Saint  Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Miracle of  Chartres, Benedictine Father Noel Mueller presenting, $300 single, $425  double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
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-091523 or 317-545-7681. Information on program: archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 x. 106 or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.
September  16
  Benedict  Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Mary,  Martha and a Spirituality for Women, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Catholic spiritual  director and award-winning author Susan Yanos presenting, includes lunch, $85  credit card, $80 cash or check. Registration: benedictinn.org/programs.  Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org,  317-788-7581.
September  29-October 1
  Saint  Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Eucharist: What  Did Jesus Have in Mind? Benedictine Father Jeremy King 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.-12:30 p.m. Sun., Christine  Turo-Shields certified therapist, Father Jim Farrell, Providence Sister Connie  Kramer and loss survivors Judy Proctor and Lisa Thibault presenting, commuter  rate $35, includes meals, private guest room to use during day, Mass, program  materials; overnight accommodations available for $30. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events,  317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.
September 30
  Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Spiritual Living: A Way of Life,  9:30-11:30 a.m., social worker Rick Wright presenting, $30, $45 with CEU.  Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
October 4
Oldenburg  Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, in person or via Zoom, 2-3 p.m., Franciscan  Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration:  812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
Mount Saint Francis Center for  Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Plein Air Classes:  Painting the Autumn Landscape, 9:30-11:30  a.m., third of five stand-alone sessions (Oct. 11, 18), 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, $30 per session. Registration: lnkiy.in/10-4-plein-air or  812-923-8817.
October 5
  Mount Saint Francis Center for  Spirituality, Pump House Studio, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Intertwined:  New Works by Karen Boone, Artist Talk, 6 p.m., “Making Healthy Choices When  Creating Art” by sculptor Karen Boone, free. Information: franciscansusa.org/event/intertwined.
October 6
  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.
October  6-7
  Benedict  Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Encountering  Jesus Through Prayer—A Pathway to Inner Peace, 6:30 p.m. Fri.-4 p.m. Sat.,  retired Father Steve Schaftlein presenting, includes room and meals, $175  credit card, $170 cash or check. Registration: benedictinn.org/programs.  Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org,  317-788-7581.
October  6-8
  Saint  Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Revisiting the  Rosary, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $300 single,  $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
  
  Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St.,  Indianapolis. Being and Belonging Weekend Retreat, 6 p.m. Fri.-1:30 p.m.  Sun., for individuals experiencing divorce, Father Jim Farrell facilitating,  $190, includes room with shared bathroom, meals and program. Information, registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
October 7
  Oldenburg  Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Ecology Program, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Ambassador of Pope Francis  for Laudato Si’ John Mundell, presenting, $30, $45 with CEU.  Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
October 8 
  Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talk: St. Hildegard of Bingen, 9:30-11:30  a.m., $30, $45 with CEU.  Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
October  9-13
  St.  Francis Retreat Center, 703 E. Main St., Dewitt, Mich. (Lansing Diocese). Catholic Writers Retreat, 3 p.m. Mon.-3 p.m. Fri., sponsored by Catholic  Writers Guild, daily reflections led by author, speaker and journalist Deacon  Greg Kendra, $875 includes single room, snacks and meals, register by Oct. 1.  Information, registration: catholicwritersguild.org/writers-retreat,  317-460-9313, retreat@catholicwritersguild.com. 
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 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.
Mount Saint Francis Center for  Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Plein Air Classes:  Painting the Autumn Landscape, 9:30-11:30  a.m., fourth of five stand-alone sessions (Oct. 18), 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, $30 per session. Registration: lnkiy.in/10-11-plein-air or  812-923-8817.
October 18
  
  Saint  Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Leadership for  Catholic Laity, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding  presenting $55. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
Mount Saint Francis Center for  Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Plein Air Classes:  Painting the Autumn Landscape, 9:30-11:30  a.m., fifth of five stand-alone sessions, 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, $30  per session. Registration: lnkiy.in/10-18-plein-air or 812-923-8817.
October  20-22
  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.
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St.,  Indianapolis. Peace in the Mourning Grief Retreat, 6 p.m. Fri.-1 p.m.  Sun., for widows, Father Jim Farrell, Sister of Providence Connie Kramer and Nancy  Pinard presenting, $200, includes room with shared bathroom, meals and program.  Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
October 21
  Benedict  Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. My Beautiful, Broken Self—A SoulCollage Journey of Healing,  9 a.m.-3 p.m., Benedict Inn marketing director Kathy Perron presenting,  includes lunch and supplies, $80 credit card, $75 cash or check. Information,  registration: benedictinn.org/programs,  317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
October  23-27
  Saint  Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Sermon on the  Mount: Matthew’s Handbook for Living in the Kingdom of Heaven, priest  retreat, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $465 single.  Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
October 24
  Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St.,  Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes room, lunch,  Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for  additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events,  317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
October 28
  Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. The Body, Mind and Spirit: Wholeness and  Holiness, 9:30-11:30 a.m., 
doctor of nursing practice and professor of faith  community nursing for Marian University Lorie Hacker presenting, $30, $45 with  CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
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