December 15, 2023

Events Calendar

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The Coming Month

December 15-Jan. 6

St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Parish, 23345 Gavin Lane, Bright. Bright Lights Drive-thru Christmas Light Display, 6-10 p.m., free. Information: 812-512-1941, brightlightsdcc@gmail.com.

December 15-22

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Shop INN-Spired Christmas Sale, Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Dec. 16 and 23, 9 a.m.-noon; many items 25-75% off. Information: 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.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., West 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, free. To receive ornament with child’s name, fill out form by Dec. 20 at tinyurl.com/himass23 or call 859-801-1293.

2024

January 7

Monthly Prayer with Sisters of Providence: “Prayer on Martin Luther King Jr.,” 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.

January 13

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 retired Providence Sisters. Information, registration: TeenVolunteer.SistersofProvidence.org, jluna@spsmw.org or 361-500-9505.

January 18

St. Pius X Church, 7200 Sarto Dr., Indianapolis. Sensory-friendly Mass, 7 p.m., for those with sensitivities to light, sound and smell, picture Mass aids available, all are welcome. Information: 317-446-5507, shannyrae67@gmail.com.

February 7

Monthly Prayer with Sisters of Providence: “Prayer on St. Valentine’s Day,” 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.

February 17

St. Michael Parish, 11400 Farmers Lane NE, Greenville. The Eucharist and Your Marriage, 4-7 p.m., Catholic therapist and author Greg Schutte presenting, second of “Three Great Dates” events sponsored by Catalyst Catholic in New Albany Deanery (May 11, 2024: “Supporting Your Spouse’s Dreams” with Steve and Jenni Angrisano), $20 per person, includes dinner, childcare available, registration required by Feb. 11. Information, registration: catalystcatholic.org/3dates.

February 21

All Saints Parish, St. Joseph Campus, 7536 Church Lane, West Harrison. Double Feature with noted Theology of the Body speaker Jason Evert, 6-9:30 p.m., for adults and youth ages 13-17 accompanied by an adult, “Purified: A Life-changing Event for Families” 6-7 p.m., “Gender and the Theology of Your Body” 7-9 p.m. adoration and confession 9-9:30 a.m., $25, $10 discount for registered parishioners of All Saints in Dearborn County, St. Lawrence in Lawrenceburg, St. Mary in Greensburg and St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross in Bright by using code DCC at checkout. Information, registration: kimsprague@dccatholics.com, bit.ly/3PJ7RlD.

March 7

Monthly Prayer with Sisters of Providence: “Prayer on Women’s History Month,” 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.

March 9

The Schrott Center for the Arts, 610 W. 46th St., Indianapolis. The Passion of Joan of Arc Silent Film with Orchestra, 7:30 p.m., live performance of Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra and chorus, composition by Richard Einhorn, tickets $35-$45, students and children free. Information, tickets: 317-940-9607, info@icomusic.org, tinyurl.com/icojoan24.

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General Announcements 

Discount tickets for two Pacers games will benefit Covenant Resources Miscarriage Ministry

Covenant Resources Miscarriage Ministry is offering discount tickets for two Indiana Pacers games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., in Indianapolis as the Pacers host the Sacramento Kings on Feb. 2 and the New York Nets on March 16. For Feb. 2, tipoff is 7:30 p.m., and doors open at 6:30 p.m. March 16 tipoff is 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m.

Discount game ticket prices range from $30-58 and include a free Pacers branded hat; food voucher for a hot dog, chips and Pepsi product; and a chance to shoot a free throw on the court after the game.

A portion of each ticket purchased will go to Covenant Resources Miscarriage Ministry, founded and operated by Chris and Rebecca Harpring of St. Mary Parish in Greensburg. It offers support, resources and guidance to families who suffer a miscarriage.

It is recommended that tickets be purchased a month prior to a game.

For more information, contact Covenant Resources at 812-212-3463 or contactus@covenantresources.org.

Purchase tickets at tinyurl.com/crmmpacers24.

 

Oldenburg Sisters of St. Francis will offer Christmas open house on Dec. 27

All are invited to tour the Sisters of St. Francis Motherhouse, 22143 Main St., in Oldenburg, during a community open house from 6-7:30 p.m. on Dec. 27.

On display will be their many Christmas trees and decorations representing various cultures and themes.

The Sisters’ Chime Choir will perform in the motherhouse chapel, and refreshments will be provided in the dining room.

The event is free.

For additional information, contact the Sisters at 812-934-2475 or e-mail mirvin@oldenburgosf.com.

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Retreats and Programs

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.

March 6

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Created in the Image of God: A Woman’s Day of Reflection, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Dr. Kimberly Baker presenting, $55. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

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.

March 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.

March 8-10

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Unpacking the Vocation of Marriage through Scripture and Married Saints, Angie and Josh Greulich presenting, for married couples, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 15-17

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

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