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The Coming Month
February 5
MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5:30-8:30 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 5, 12, 19, 26
Christ United Methodist Church, 8540 U.S. 31 South, Indianapolis. Caterpillar Kids, 5-6:30 p.m., series of four sessions for children ages 6-12 experiencing grief or loss of a loved one, sponsored by Franciscan Hospice Care, registration required, free. Information, registration: 317-528-2636.
February 7
Virtual Prayer with the Sisters of Providence, 7-7:45 p.m., for single women ages 18-42, prayer and sharing on topic of fear. Information, registration: events.sistersofprovidence.org, 361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org.
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.
February 9
Marian University, Norman Center Room 222, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. People of Peace OFS Monthly Meeting, 12:30-3 p.m., explore Franciscan spirituality with lay Franciscans, free. Information: 317-432-0909, jodymdalton@aol.com.
February 11
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.
February 14-16
Louisville, Ky. Retrouvaille Retreat, for those in a struggling marriage, location disclosed upon registering. Information, registration: 502-479-3329, 3012@helpourmarriage.org, helpourmarriage.org.
February 14-17
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Used Book Sale, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., freewill donations. Information: 866-996-2947, events.sistersofprovidence.org, lindenleafgifts@spsmw.org.
February 16
Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 1530 Union St., Indianapolis. Indianapolis Symphony Sphinx Series Concert “Strings and Soul,” 2-4 p.m., featuring string quartet of Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra musicians, tour of Sacred Heart Church available after concert, free. Information: 317-902-3006, judithessex@icloud.com.
February 19
Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-784-4439, catholiccemeteries.cc.
February 20
Our Lady of Peace Cemetery and Mausoleum, 9001 Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-574-8898, catholiccemeteries.cc.
White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Virtual Sourdough Bread Baking Workshop, 6-9 p.m., limited online spots available, $50, includes materials and sourdough starter kit, register by Feb. 14. Information, registration: 812-535-2932, events.sistersofprovidence.org, wvc@spsmw.org.
February 21
Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, WTHR 13 meteorologist Chuck Lofton presenting “Finishing Strong,” 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 Feb. 18. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.
February 22
East Central H.S. Performing Arts Center, 1 Trojan Place, St. Leon. E6 Catholic Men’s Conference, 8 a.m.- 3:30 p.m., featuring keynote by author and speaker Chris Stefanick, other speakers: Jake Khym, Bobby Angel and Father Jonathan Meyer, includes Mass, confession, adoration, lunch, adults $48, group of 10 or more adults $43 per person, high school and college students $18, clergy and religious free. Information, registration: 812-576-4302, contact@e6catholicmensconference.com, e6catholicmensconference.com.
February 26
St. Simon the Apostle Church, 8155 Oaklandon Road, Indianapolis. Parenting Pioneers: Navigating the Hypersexualized Culture, 7-8:30 p.m., Diocese of Lincoln, Neb., priest and sexual addiction counselor Father Sean Kilcawley presenting, free. Information: 317-826-6000.
February 28
St. John the Evangelist Parish, Corpus Christi Hall, 126 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis. Pro-life Film: The 1916 Project, 6 p.m. doors open for pizza dinner, 6:30 p.m. film showing, panel discussion following, free-will offering for dinner. Information: 317-407-6881, smdye1@gmail.com. View trailer at the1916project.com.
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General Announcements
Conference on life-limiting prenatal diagnoses will take place at Notre Dame on March 15
A conference titled “The Changing Face of Life-Limiting Prenatal Diagnoses: Clinical, Pastoral, and Ethical Considerations” will take place in Geddes Hall Auditorium at the University of Notre Dame, in Notre Dame, Ind., near South Bend, from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on March 15. Geddes Hall is Building #1212, located behind the Hesburgh Library and across from Breen-Phillips Hall on St. Joseph Drive.
The conference, sponsored by the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend’s Marriage and Family Ministry, is open to anyone age 18 and older.
The conference will bring together five national experts to discuss new research concerning the diagnosis of Trisomy 13 and 18; concerns regarding the absence of accurate prognostic information available to parents when a prenatal diagnosis is provided; the impact of prenatal diagnosis on perinatal palliative care; and guidance regarding Catholic ethics. The program will also include a review of effective Trisomy 21 advocacy during the last
50 years, which has changed the medical landscape for those living with this syndrome, and best practices in trauma-informed care. The day will conclude with a question-and-answer session with the presenters. Lunch will be provided.
The cost is $50 for physicians, $30 for nurses, midwives, and other health professionals, and $10 for diocesan/parish staff, parents, students and clergy. Lunch is included.
Registration is required by March 1. To register, go to diocesefwsb.org/pnd-conference.
For more information, contact Lisa Everett at the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend at 574-234-0687 or leverett@diocesefwsb.org.
Vocations essay contest submissions sought from students in grades 7-12
The Serra Club of Indianapolis’ annual John D. Kelley Vocations Essay Contest is seeking submissions from Catholic students 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 the 2025 Jubilee Year theme, “Pilgrims of Hope.” Essay contest participants are asked to address: How a priest or consecrated person encouraged you to seek God? How does pursuing a vocation bring hope into your life? And how are you preparing to know where God is calling you to build up his kingdom with your God-given talents?
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 the Office of Vocations at vocations@archindy.org.
Submitted essays must be postmarked no later than March 7.
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Retreats and Programs
February 7
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.
February 8
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. The Power of the Jesus Touch: Healed, Transformed, Saved, 9:30-11:30 a.m., author Sandra Hartlieb presenting, $30. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
February 13
Virtual guided meditation series via Zoom, 7-7:45 p.m., second Thursday of the month through May, offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, free, registration required. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.
February 14-16
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Benedictine Wisdom for Married Life, Valentine’s Day retreat for married couples, Benedictine Father Simon Herrmann presenting, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. The Seraphic Doctor’s Guide to Holiness, 5 p.m. Fri.-10 a.m. Sun., Franciscans of the Immaculate Father John Lawrence facilitating, $241 for single, $302.90 double, $368 triple, $433.12 quadruple, includes four meals and room for two nights, commuters $50.70 includes lunch and dinner on Sat. Information, registration: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, motheroftheredeemer.com.
February 19
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $45, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $32, dinner additional $11. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
February 22
Mystics and Fellowship virtual program, 9-10:30 a.m., sponsored by Sisters of Providence, third of four independent sessions (March 29), register by Feb. 19, $25 per session. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Wisdom Knowing and Wisdom Jesus, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., doctor of nursing Kay Jackson presenting, $40. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
February 25-27
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. A Contemplative Approach to the Lord’s Prayer, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
February 28
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 5
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Ashes, Awe and the Cross, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, Jane Feliz Rush presenting, includes snacks for fast day, $75 . Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
March 13
Virtual guided meditation series via Zoom, 7-7:45 p.m., every second Thursday of the month through May, offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, free, registration required. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.
March 21-23
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Christian Contemplative Prayer: Being Centered on Christ, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
March 28
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $45, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $32, dinner additional $11. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
March 29
Mystics and Fellowship virtual program, 9-10:30 a.m., sponsored by Sisters of Providence, last of four independent sessions, register by March 26, $25 per session. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.
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