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The Coming Month
December 4
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.
Marian University Marian Hall Theatre, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. Free Advent Concert, 6:30-8 p.m., featuring Catholic composer John Angotti, contemporary renditions of traditional Advent and Christmas carols, light refreshments to follow, penance service following from 8-9 p.m. Information: jgarcia@marian.edu.
December 6
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.
SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral Parish, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Young Adult Catholics First Friday Adoration, 7-7:15 p.m. social in rectory, 7:15-7:30 p.m. reflection in Blessed Sacrament Chapel, 7:30-8:30 p.m. eucharistic adoration and confession in chapel, 8:30-9 p.m. social in rectory, free. Information: 317-592-4006, emastronicola@archindy.org, indycatholic.org.
The Village Dove, 6935 Lake Plaza Dr., Indianapolis. Book Signing and Shopping Event, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Breaking the Bread: A Biblical Devotional for Catholics, co-author and executive director of the archdiocesan Secretariat for Evangelizing Catechesis Ken Ogorek signing, books available for purchase, free coffee and snacks, raffle to support Catholic Charities. Information: 317-845-5487.
December 7
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.
Virtual Prayer with the Sisters of Providence, 7-7:45 p.m., for single women ages 18-42, prayer and sharing on topic of anger. Information, registration: events.sistersofprovidence.org, 361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org.
St. Mark the Evangelist Parish, 535 E. Edgewood Ave., Indianapolis. SPREAD Advent Retreat, 1-5:30 p.m., for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, includes 4:30 p.m. Mass. Information: 317-236-1448, jbryans@archindy.org.
December 8
St. Monica Parish, 6131 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis. Retreat for Youths ages 12-25 / Retaite pour les Jeunes12-25 ans, 3-4:30 p.m., spiritual retreat in French and English for youths of the archdiocesan Francophone community, reconciliation available 4:30-5 p.m. followed by Mass in French, free. Information: 317-319-7027, rvermett@iu.edu.
St. Monica Parish, 6131 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis. Mass in French / Messe en français, 5 p.m. / 18h, coordinated by ACFADI (Apostolat des Catholiques Francophones de l’ Archidiocèse d’ Indianapolis), second Sunday of each month / le deuxième dimanche de chaque mois. Information: acfadi2014@gmail.com, rvermett@iu.edu.
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: 317-762-6259, popofsindy@gmail.com.
December 9
Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, Madonna Hall, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. Confraternity of Christian Mothers, 6 p.m. Mass followed by meeting, for all Catholic women, free. Information: 217-638-7433, paulabeechler@gmail.com.
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Leave the Light On, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., sacrament of reconciliation, no appointment needed. Information: 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
December 10
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.
December 15
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, lcoons@archindy.org.
December 15-23
SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Simbang Gabi Christmas Novena of Masses, 6 p.m., a Filipino tradition. Information: mariasolito@yahoo.com.
December 18
Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Christmas Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-784-4439, catholiccemeteries.cc.
Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence, Providence Hall Dining Room, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Memory Café, 2-3:30 p.m., third Wednesday of each month, for people with early-to-moderate memory loss and their caregivers, beverages and snacks provided, free. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2873, memorycafe@spsmw.org.
December 19
Our Lady of Peace Cemetery and Mausoleum, 9001 Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. Christmas Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-574-8898, catholiccemeteries.cc.
December 20
Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, chief operating officer and chancellor of Marian University Ken Britt presenting “Marian University 3.0: The Changing Landscape of Education and the Catholic University Response,” festive holiday apparel encouraged, 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. 17. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.
December 21
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House Chapel, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Service of the Longest Night, 6 p.m. CT, for those struggling with loss during the Christmas season, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke facilitating, light refreshments to follow, RSVP requested, free. Information, RSVPs: info@abbeycaskets.com, 800-987-7380.
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General Announcements
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Retreats and Programs
December 2
Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Road, Mt. St. Francis. Advent Reflections: An Evening in the Chapel, O Antiphons, and the Wisdom of Pope Francis, 6:30-8:30 p.m., facilitated by Judy Ribar, free. Information, RSVP: mountsaintfrancis.org/advent-evening-of-reflection, 812-923-8817.
December 4
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, 2-3:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
December 5
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Trust on the Road to Bethlehem—Evening of Reflection, 5-9 p.m., author Stephanie Engelman presenting, includes Mass, dinner and program, $45. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
December 6
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Trust on the Road to Bethlehem—Day of Reflection, 9a.m.-2 p.m., author Stephanie Engelman presenting, includes Mass, lunch and program, $45. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
December 7
Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Advent Day of Reflection: “The Word was made flesh and dwelt in Mary,” 9 a.m.-noon., Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate Father Matthias Sasko facilitating, free. Information, sack lunch purchase: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, motheroftheredeemer.com.
December 10, 11, 12
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent 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.
December 13-15
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Benedictine Spirituality as Lived in Marriage, for married couples, Deacon Rich and Cherie Zoldak presenting, $425 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
December 14
Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Advent Family Day: Preparing Your Heart and Home for Christmas, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Judy Ribar facilitating, includes lunch, retreat materials, arts and crafts materials, $75 per family. Information, registration: retreats@mountsaintfrancis.org, 812-923-8817, tinyurl.com/adventfamily24.
December 20
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 21
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Advent Mindfulness Retreat: Cultivating Peace Within, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, $30, $45 with CEUs. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
December 22
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talks—Divine Presence: Mary’s Journey, 10:45 a.m.-noon, Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, online option available, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
December 27-29
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Young Adult Retreat, 5 p.m. Fri. (vespers)-1 p.m. Sun. (lunch), for young adults ages 18-39, quiet day of reflection with spiritual direction available, includes overnight accommodations and meals, $50 single room. Registration: 812-357-6501, yae@saintmeinrad.edu.
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January 9
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.
January 10
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.
January 11
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Grieving into Love, 9:30-11:30 a.m., chaplain and counselor Richard Brendan presenting, $30. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
January 17-19
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.
Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220
W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Silence, Solitude and the Presence of God, 5 p.m. Fri.-10 a.m. Sun., Franciscan Friar of the Immaculate Gabriel M. Cortes 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.
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Making “Soma” from “Sarx:” The Transformative Power of the Gospel, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
January 25
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. St. Paul’s Conversion and Ours: An Experience of Metanoia, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, Jane Feliz Rush presenting, includes lunch, $75. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
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 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.
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.
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