July 28, 2023

Events Calendar

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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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