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The Coming Month

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 spots available, $50, includes materials and a 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, $20 members, $25 non-members. Register by 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.

Concordia Lutheran Church, 305 Howard Road, Greenwood. Right to Life of Johnson and Morgan Counties 6th Annual Euchre Tournament, 9 a.m., benefits local crisis pregnancy centers, first place $150, runners up $50, coffee and donuts provided, bring package of diapers to enter. Information: 317-697-2441, ebrookehaskins@gmail.com.

February 22

Holy Rosary Church, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Mass for Double Choir by Frank Martin, 7:30 p.m., sung in the context of Mass in the extraordinary form by members of the IU Jacobs School of Music community, free. Information: 317-636-4478, Kkeat@Holyrosaryindy.org.

February 23

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Filipino Mass, 3 p.m. Divine Mercy, 3:10 p.m. rosary, 3:30 p.m. Mass with homily in English, every fourth Sunday. Information: mariasolito@yahoo.com

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.

March 1

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, confession 8-8:30 a.m. followed by 8:30 a.m. Mass. Information: 812-246-2512.

St. Matthew the Apostle Church, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Children’s Rosary, 9 a.m., children of all ages invited to pray rosary every first Saturday, donuts and fellowship to follow, free. Information: julie3reyes@gmail.com.

St. Ann Parish, 6350 S. Mooresville Road, Indianapolis. Mardi Gras Fundraiser, 5-10 p.m., includes dinner, beverages, reverse raffle, games, silent auction, dinner plus reverse raffle ticket $40, raffle chance ticket only (for those who will not attend the event) $20. Information, tickets: 317-821-2909, admin@stannindy.org.

March 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.

March 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 hope. 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.

March 8

St. Pius X Parish Hall, 7200 Sarto Dr., Indianapolis. SPREAD Dinner Dance, 6-8:30 p.m., optional Mass 5 p.m., hosted by archdiocesan Disabilities Ministry, RSVP by Feb. 3. Information, registration: archindy.org/specialneeds/events.html. Questions: Jenny Bryans, jbryans@archindy.org.

Sisters of Providence, 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, visit with elder sisters and help them with activities such as Bingo, exercise, baking and more. Information, registration: teenvolunteer.sistersofprovidence.org, jluna@spsmw.org, 361-500-9505.

March 9

McGowan Hall, 1305 Delaware St., Indianapolis. Mary Berry St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, 2-7 p.m., live entertainment: St. Patrick’s Day Rogues Pipes and Drums, Irish Dancers, The Irish Stew, Tullies at the Wakefield; full bar, corned beef and cabbage, soda bread, desserts, live auction and raffles; $10 admission, children 12 and younger free. Information: 317-695-5421, kilcar57@gmail.com.

March 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.

March 15

Geddes Hall Auditorium, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Ind. “The Changing Face of Life-Limiting Prenatal Diagnoses: Clinical, Pastoral, and Ethical Considerations,” 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., lunch included, $50 physicians, $30 nurses, midwives, and other health professionals, $10 for diocesan/parish staff, parents, students, and clergy, register by March 1. Information, registration:574-234-0687, leverett@diocesefwsb.org, diocesefwsb.org/pnd-conference.

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General Announcements 

Talk to help parents protect children from a hypersexualized culture will be on Feb. 26

A presentation entitled “Parenting Pioneers: Navigating the Hypersexualized Culture” will take place at St. Simon the Apostle Church, 8155 Oaklandon Road, Indianapolis, from 7-8:30 p.m. on Feb. 26.

Diocese of Lincoln priest and sexual addiction counselor Father Sean Kilcawley will present this talk for parents and any other adults who work with children. The presentation will cover how one can guide children around the pitfalls of a culture that seems regularly aimed at harming their innocence. Licensed in sacred theology by the John Paul II

Institute for Marriage and Family and in pastoral sexual addiction from the International Institute for Trauma and Addictions Professionals, Father Kilcawley has provided continuing education formation in over 40 dioceses around the United States.

The talk will take place in the church sanctuary. There is no cost to attend. For more information contact Tim Seman, St. Simon director of evangelization and adult faith formation, at 317-826-6000, ext. 157 or email tseman@saintsimon.org.

Formation day for lay ecclesial ministers will be on Feb. 25 in Bloomington

A day of formation for lay ecclesial ministers focusing on missionary discipleship will be offered at St. Paul Catholic Center, 1413 E. 17th St., Bloomington, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Feb. 25.

Catholic lay evangelist and speaker Michael Gormley (layevangelist.com) will be the key presenter at the event, which will guide parish lay ministers in their role as missionary disciples. Lunch will be included.

There is no cost for an individual to attend. However, one’s parish is assessed $30 for each attendee. Registration is required. To register, go to tinyurl.com/DayofFormation25. For more information contact Keri Carroll in the archdiocesan office of Parish Leadership at 317-236-1550 or kcarroll@archindy.org.

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Retreats and Programs

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 1

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Road, Mt. St. Francis Remembering Ourselves: A Lenten Mini-Retreat to Reconnect, Reflect, and Renew, 9:30 a.m.-noon., teacher and artist Cory Lockhart presenting, includes retreat materials, $40. Information, registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/remembering-ourselves, 812-923-8817.

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, $75. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 8

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. ‘Tis a Gift to Be Simple - Finding Hope and Peace of Mind in A Complex Time, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Father Jeffrey Godecker and Mary Schaffner presenting, $45. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Road, Mt. St. Francis. Lenten Letting Go Retreat: Clearing the Path to God this Lenten Season, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., facilitated by Judy Ribar, includes lunch and retreat materials, $60. Information, registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/lenten-letting-go, 812-923-8817.

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 22

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Lent with Mary and the Saints, 9 a.m.-noon, day of reflection facilitated by Franciscans of the Immaculate Father Joseph Michael McShane, free. Information, registration: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, motheroftheredeemer.com.

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 28-30

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Being True to the Path, 6:30 p.m. Fri.-noon Sun., president of Red Bird Foundation Paula D’Arcy presenting, $275, includes single room, meals. 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.

April 1

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Lenten Evening of Reflection: It Was Not You Who Chose Me, But I Who Chose You—Coming home to God and realizing our life in God, 5-9 p.m., Father Joseph Moriarty presenting, $45, includes Mass, dinner and program. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

April 2

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Lenten Day of Reflection: It Was Not You Who Chose Me, But I Who Chose You...Coming home to God and realizing our life in God, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Father Joseph Moriarty presenting, $45, includes Mass lunch and program. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

April 4-6

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Living a More Deliberate and Conscious Christian Life: Lenten Weekend Retreat, 6 p.m. Fri.-noon Sun., Father Jim Farrell and Mary Schaffner presenting, $225, includes single room, meals. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

April 10

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.

April 11-13

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Passion(s) of the Christ, Benedictine Archabbot Kurt Stasiak presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 15, 16, 17

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Holy Week Days of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $45 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $32 per night, dinner additional $11 per meal. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

April 16-20

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Holy Week: A Time to Ponder and Rejoice, Benedictine Father Simon Herrmann presenting, $625 single, $1,000 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 25-27

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Worldwide Marriage Encounter, 8 p.m. Fri. -4 p.m. Sun., includes three meals Sat., two meals Sun., and Sunday Mass, $75 applications fee to reserve space plus free-will offering to cover cost of retreat. Information, registration: wwme.org/apply, 317-863-5680.

April 28-May2

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Priest Retreat: Faith Stories from the Gospel of John, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $625 single, $1,250 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

May 2-4

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. TOBIT Marriage Preparation Weekend, 7 p.m. Fri.-11:45 a.m. Sun., $330 per couple, separate rooms, includes meals and materials. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

May 8

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.

May 15

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.

May 16-18

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Rosary Zone, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

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