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The Coming Month

December 5

Ritz Charles, 12156 N. Meridian St., Carmel, Ind. Right to Life Indiana Christmas Gala,

5:30 p.m. VIP sponsor reception, 6:30-9 p.m. dinner and program, Super Bowl champion and author of The New Fight for Life Benjamin Watson keynote speaker, Christian musician Ordan St. Cyr, $100, table of 10 $1,000. Information, reservations: irtl.org/gala, mwilliams@irtl.org, 317-413-9123.

December 6

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.

Marian University Hall Theater, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. Advent Concert, 6:30 p.m., Catholic composer John Angotti with Marian University Sacred Choir, followed by penance service during holy hour with praise and worship music in Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel, free. Information: 317-955-6000, jgarcia@marian.edu.

December 7

Monthly Prayer with Sisters of Providence: “Prayer on Christmas,” for single Catholic women ages 18-42, via Zoom, 7-7:45 p.m., seventh day of each month. Information, registration: Events.SistersofProvidence.org, 361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org.

December 9

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Christmas Fun at the Woods and Providence Community Bake Sale, bake sale 12:30-4:30 p.m., Christmas Fun 1:30-4:30 p.m., event includes Santa Claus and North Pole Zone with alpacas. Information: 812-535-2812, spsmw.org/events, amiranda@spmsw.org.

Holy Trinity Parish, 100 Keely St., Edinburgh. Spanish Women’s Conference (in Spanish only), 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., en espanol, speakers include Marian University in Indianapolis director for the Initiative for Parish Renewal (Renovación) Oscar Castellanos and Holy Spirit Parish in Indianapolis associate pastor Marianhill Father José Ferney Aragón Briñez, includes Mass, adoration, confession, lunch, $30. Information, registration: 317-261-3381, chernandez@archindy.org.

December 9-10

Christ the King School, Tuohy Hall, 5884 Crittenden Ave., Indianapolis. 4th Annual Jack Shockley Memorial Blood Drive, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., also accepting gently used hats, gloves and new socks for Mother Theodore Catholic Academy grade schools. Information, registration: tinyurl.com/warrior4peace23, 317-207-0291, contact@warriors4peace.org.

December 10

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. Mary Parish, 1331 E. Hunter Robbins Way, Greensburg. Come Home for Christmas: Christmas Cantata, 5 p.m., Christmas story shared through song, freewill donations accepted. Information: 812-663-8427, parishoffice@stmarysgreensburg.com.

Holy Name of Jesus Church, 89 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. 59th Annual Christmas Concert, 5 p.m., adult and children’s choirs perform traditional and sacred Christmas music with orchestra, tickets $5. Information, tickets: 317-784-5454, parishadmin@holyname.cc.

December 11

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Leave the Light On, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., priests available for sacrament of reconciliation, no appointment needed. Information: 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

December 12

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, 812-535-2952.

St. Malachy Church, 9833 E. County Road 750 N., Brownsburg. A Most Wonderful Christmas, 7 p.m., Indianapolis Symphonic Band and St. Malachy choir Christmas concert, featuring St. Malachy organist Hector Sacedo, free. Information: 317-852-3195.

December 14

Southport Presbyterian Church, 7525 McFarland Road, Indianapolis. Christmas Remembrance, 7-8:15 p.m., sponsored by Franciscan Health and Franciscan Hospice Bereavement, open to those who’ve lost a loved one, includes music, grief support time, singing of traditional Christmas carols, candle-lighting ceremony, fellowship and refreshments, attendees may bring photos of their loved ones for display at the front of the sanctuary, free. Information, registration: 317-528-2636.

December 15

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Indiana Supreme Court Justice Hon. Derek R. Molter presenting “Faith in Government,” 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 Dec. 12. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

December 16

St. John the Evangelist Church, 126 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis. Sacred Music Festival and Caroling, 6 p.m., three parish choirs perform sacred music of Palestrina, Bainton, Duruflé, Lauridsen and more, followed by caroling through the streets of Indianapolis, hot drinks and light refreshments provided, free. Information: 317-635-2021, office@stjohnsindy.org.

St. Luke the Evangelist Church, 7575 Holliday Dr., E., Indianapolis. Concert by Vox Sacra: “How Far is it to Bethlehem?,” 7 p.m., concert featuring archdiocesan schola Vox Sacra, includes works of Anton Bruckner, Domenico Bartolucci, Gerald Near, 4 Motets pour le temps de Noël (4 Motets of Christmas) by Francis Poulenc and more, free. Information: amotyka@archindy.org.

St. Bartholomew Parish, Parish Hall, 1306 27th St., Columbus. Jazz for the Season, 6 p.m. Italian meal, concert 7:30 p.m., freewill donations for music ministry and adult literacy program accepted. Information: 812-379-9353, ext. 1237, bminute@stbparish.net.

December 17

St. Mark the Evangelist Parish, 535 E. Edgewood Ave., Indianapolis. Holy Season Concert, 7 p.m., Advent and Christmas concert featuring more than 80 singers and musicians including adult, children, bell, ensemble and brass choirs, free. Information: 317-787-8246, aeagan@stmarkindy.org.

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, O’Shaughnessy Dining Hall, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Sunday Brunch with Santa, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., $33 adults, $25 children ages 6-12, $20 children ages 3-5, children ages two and younger free.  Information: 812-535-2952, Events.SistersofProvidence.org, provctr@spmsw.org.

December 20

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

December 21

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

December 28

All Saints Parish, St. Joseph Campus, 7536 Church Ln., W. Harrison. Feast of the Holy Innocents Mass of Healing, 6:30 p.m., for parents and families who have lost infants or children to miscarriage, stillbirth, or other loss, sign up by Dec. 20 with children’s names for gift ornament. Information, signup: tinyurl.com/himass23, 859-801-1293.

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General Announcements 

Archbishop Thompson to celebrate special Mass for St. Juan Diego feast day on Dec. 9

A bilingual Mass marking the feast of St. Juan Diego will be celebrated by Archbishop Charles C. Thompson and concelebrated by Father Jose Neri at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., in Indianapolis, at 3 p.m. on Dec. 9. A reception will follow across the street at the Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center.

Attendees are welcome to wear traditional Mexican attire to the Mass and reception, which are sponsored by the archdiocesan Intercultural Ministry Office. Music at the reception will be provided by the music ministry “Nelly y Carolos,” natives of Puerto Rico. Youths from Central Catholic School in Indianapolis will perform a traditional Aztec dance in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

The event is free. For additional information, contact Felix Navarrete, archdiocesan Hispanic Ministry coordinator, at 317-597-3751 or fnavarrete@archindy.org.

 

College students sought to teach Totus Tuus summer youth program

Totus Tuus is seeking college students to teach its 2024 summer program for youths in first through 12th grade at six archdiocesan parishes from May 29-Aug. 2, with a break from June 29-July 5. The deadline to apply is April 30.

Totus Tuus is a summer Catholic youth program dedicated to sharing the Gospel and promoting the Catholic faith through evangelization, catechesis, Christian witness and eucharistic worship. Its weeklong Parish Summer Catechetical Program assists parents and parishes in evangelizing and catechizing their youths by supplementing the work they are currently doing.

The methodology, structure and content of Totus Tuus are concerned not only with teaching the faith but also with igniting the hearts of the team members and the young people they encounter. The result has been the formation of young adults who continue to dedicate themselves to the Church’s mission of evangelization along with many vocations to the priesthood and religious life.

Applicants for this paid position must be a high school graduate, a practicing Catholic, have received the sacrament of confirmation, have a working knowledge of the Catholic faith and have a desire to work with youths.

They must be willing to learn and experience the faith, work with a team, respect team dynamics, strive for a stronger prayer life, teach children and travel.

Missionaries are chosen based upon their desire to teach the faith, love of children, energy, enthusiasm and for their individual leadership skills. To run a week of the Totus Tuus Summer Program smoothly, missionaries adhere to a well-defined schedule rooted in a structured prayer life.

Training is included, and a short break will take place in early July. Missionaries will also have the opportunity to attend the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis on July 17-21, 2024, with meals and lodging included.

For more information or to apply, go to www.archindy.org/totustuus or contact Anita Bardo, archdiocesan Evangelization coordinator, at 317-236-1466.

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Retreats and Programs

December 2

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Rd. 48, Bloomington. Advent Day of Reflection, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Dominican Father Reginald Wolford presenting “The Hope of the Advent Wreath for the Order of Preachers,” freewill offerings accepted, no registration required. Information: 812-825-4642, ext. 1.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Stations of the Nativity, 2-3 p.m., Father Keith Hosey leads outdoor stations from Annunciation through Flight into Egypt, will move to chapel for inclement weather, free. Information: 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

December 4

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Advent Mysteries—An Evening of Reflection, 6-9 p.m., Father James Farrell presenting, includes dinner, $45 credit card, $40 cash or check. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

December 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.

December 8

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.

December 11

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Movie Night at Fatima: The Nativity Story, 5-9 p.m., includes dinner, popcorn, refreshments, $16. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

December 12, 13, 14

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent Days of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40 per day, includes room, 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.

December 13

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.

December 16

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Organ Workshop and Concert, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, recital at 3 p.m., Nolan Snyder presenting, $55. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

December 24-26

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Christmas Celebration at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, opportunity to join monastic community in their Christmas Eve and Christmas Day prayer and liturgies in the archabbey church, fellowship and socials with monks and other guests, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

December 29-31

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Greccio 800, Fri. 4 p.m.-Sun. 1 p.m., retreat celebrating 800 years of the nativity scene St. Francis shared with the people of Greccio, Italy, Franciscan Father Jack Clark Robinson and Third Order Franciscan Dennis Feece presenting, $150 commuters, $250 includes two nights’ accommodations and four meals. Information, registration: 812-923-8817, tinyurl.com/msfgreccio800.

 

2024

January 4

Creative Ways to Encounter the Divine (virtual via Zoom): “Hearing God’s Voice in Poetry,” offered by Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, first of four stand-alone sessions (Jan. 11, 18, 25), Benedictine Sister Antoinette Purcel presenting, $75 for four sessions or $25 per session. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs , 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org .

January 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.

January 11

Creative Ways to Encounter the Divine (via Zoom): “Hearing God’s Voice in Nature,” offered by Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, second of four stand-alone sessions (Jan. 18, 25), Benedictine Sister Antoinette Purcel presenting, $25. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

January 12-14

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. TOBIT Marriage Preparation Weekend, 7 p.m. Fri.-11:45 a.m. Sun., $298 per couple, separate rooms, includes meals and materials. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

January 18

Creative Ways to Encounter the Divine (via Zoom): “Hearing God’s voice in Art,” offered by Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, third of four stand-alone sessions (Jan. 25), Benedictine Sister Antoinette Purcel presenting, $25. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

January 22-26

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Winter Chant Workshop, 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.

January 25

Creative Ways to Encounter the Divine (via Zoom): “Hearing God’s Voice in People, Events and Dreams,” offered by Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 7-8:30 p.m. fourth of four stand-alone sessions, Benedictine Sister Antoinette Purcel presenting, $25.. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

February 3

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Embracing the Lenten Journey: From Ashes to Resurrection Joy, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Benedictine Sister Susan Marie Lindstrom presenting, $75, includes lunch. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

February 14

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 27-29

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Women of the World, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, bring Bible, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

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