February 8, 2019

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The Coming Month

February 8

St. John the Evangelist Parish (Pam Am Plaza Building parish hall), 126 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis.

Pro-Life Film Series, viewing of the documentary #Big Fertility, followed by panel discussion, sponsored by St. John the Evangelist and Most Holy Rosary parishes in Indianapolis, light supper served, free will offering. Information: Sheryl Dye, smdye1@gmail.com, 317-407-6881.

St. Michael Parish, 11400 Farmers Ln., Greenville. WinterBash Prime Rib Dinner and Dance, 5:30-11 p.m., $25 advance sale tickets only, must be 21 to attend. Tickets: Pattie, 812-734-5590; Nadine, 812-472-3931. Information: 812-734-5590, st.michaels@mw.twcbc.com.

February 9

Our Lady of the Greenwood, 335 S. Merdian St., Greenwood. Dinner and Dance for Married Couples, dinner, dancing, door prizes, doors open 6:30 p.m., 7 p.m. dinner, $50 per couple. Reservations: 317-489-1557, olgmarriageministry@gmail.com.

February 10

St. Thomas Aquinas, 4625 N. Kenwood Ave., Indianapolis. Mass in French, 12:30 p.m. Information: 317-627-7729 or acfadi2014@gmail.com.

St. Therese of the Infant Jesus (Little Flower) Church, 4720 E. 13th St., Indianapolis. Class of ’63 monthly gathering, 6 p.m. Mass, optional dinner afterward. Information: 317-408-6396.

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Mass and Reception for Married Couples, sponsored by the archdiocesan Office of Marriage and Family Life, Archbishop Charles C. Thompson celebrating, 2 p.m., followed by reception in Assembly Hall of the Archbishop Edward T. O'Meara Catholic Center with special recognition for couples married 60 years and longer, free. Registration required by Feb. 5: www.archindy.org/weddingcelebrations. Information: Keri Carroll, 317-236-1521, kcarroll@archindy.org.

February 10-17

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 5333 E. Washington St. Indianapolis. 8-Day Festival of Prayer, Sun., 10 a.m. Mass and Girl Scout's World Thinking Day; Mon., 6-7:30 p.m. Anointing of the Sick and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament; Tues., 5:30 p.m. Rosary, 6 p.m. Mass, 7 p.m. concert; Wed., 8:15 a.m. Mass and Rosary; Thurs., 5:30 p.m. Rosary, 6 p.m. Mass; Fri., 7:30 a.m. Rosary, 8:15 a.m. Mass, 1:45 p.m. Living Rosary presented by school children; Sat., 5 p.m. Mass; Sun., 10 a.m. Mass, 11:30 a.m. Feast and Faith presentation on Jewish Spirituality. Information: 317-356-7291 or http://www.ollindy.org/.  

February 12

Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Monthly Taizé Prayer Service, 7-8 p.m., silent and spoken prayers, simple music, silence. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

February 13

Catholic Charities in Bloomington, 803 N. Monroe St., Bloomington. Valentine Open House, tours, activities for children, refreshments, 6-8 p.m. Information: 812-332-1262 or Cheri Bush, cbush@archindy.org.

February 15

Knights of Columbus Hall, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, ABC affiliate WRTV-6 investigative reporter Rafael Sanchez presenting, Mass 7 a.m., buffet breakfast and program following, $15 members, $21 non-members. Register by noon on Dec. Feb. 14. Information and registration: www.catholicbusinessexchange.org .

February 15-18

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Used Book Sale sponsored by Linden Leaf Gifts, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., books not pre-priced but donations accepted. Information: 812-535-2932 or lindenleafgifts@spsmw.org.

February 16

St. Joseph Church, 319 E. South St., Lebanon (in the Diocese of Lafayette.) Cursillo Ultreya, for Archdiocese of Indianapolis and Diocese of Lafayette, 4:30 p.m. Mass, 5:45 pitch-in dinner, 6:45 p.m. Ultreya. Information: 317-733-4184, mark.scheller@att.net.

St. Bartholomew Church, 1306 27th St., Columbus. Young Musicians Concert, 7 p.m., free will offering. Complete list of all concerts: www.saintbartholomew.org (choose Music Ministry) or bminut@stbparish.net.

Sisters of St. Benedict, St. Gertrude Hall, 802 E 10th St., Ferdinand (Diocese of Evansville). Oblates of St. Benedict Informational Meeting, 1-3 p.m. Information: www.thedome.org/get-involved/oblates/, Benedictine Sister Brenda Engleman, 812-367-1411, ext. 2827, bengleman@thedome.org.

February 17

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Sundays at the Woods: An Afternoon of Art, discover works of art by the Sisters of Providence and other artists, 2-4 p.m., free will offering, registration not required. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or

www.spsmw.org/event.

February 18

St. Mark the Evangelist School, 541 E. Edgewood Ave., Indianapolis. Caregiver Support Group, sponsored by Catholic Charities Indianapolis, open discussion for family and friends caring for adults age 60 and older, 5:30-7 p.m. Information: Monica Woodsworth, 317-261-3378, mwoodsworth@archindy.org.

February 19

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. “Abide” Adoration Service, sponsored by Catalyst Catholic, 7-8 p.m., every third Thurs. of the month, featuring guest speaker, praise band, silence and confessions, child care available. Information and child care reservations: Chris Rogers, chris@nadyouth.org, 812-923-8355.

February 21

The Wine Market at Irvington, 5543 E. Washington St., Indianapolis. Father Thomas Scecina Memorial High School Women’s Circle Social Gathering, appetizers provided, cash bar, 6-8 p.m., register by Feb. 19. Registration and information: Rose Branson, rbranson@scecina.org , 317-352-3292.

Marian University, Michael A. Evans Center, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. Richard G. Lugar Franciscan Center for Global Studies Speaker Series:  “Rebuilding Refugees’ Lives in Sri Lanka,” Catholic Relief Services program coordinator for Sri Lanka Sajith Silva presenting, sponsored by Catholic Relief Services and the Center for Interfaith Cooperation, 7 p.m. Information and registration: goo.gl/g3qZzb (case sensitive).

St. Joseph Parish, 1401 S. Mickley Ave., Indianapolis. Third Thursday Adoration, interceding for women experiencing crisis pregnancy, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., with Mass at 5:45 p.m.

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Nature Nights: Indiana Treasure, 7-8:30 p.m., freewill offering. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

February 22

The Willows, 6729 Westfield Blvd., Indianapolis. Bingo Fundraiser, benefiting the Little Sisters of the Poor St. Augustine Home, 5:30 p.m., bingo, games of chance, food, $50 admission, register by Feb. 15. Reservations: www.littlesistersofthepoorindianapolis.org/. Information: Jeanmarie Kane, devsindianapolis@littlesistersofthepoor.org, 317-415-5767.

February 23

East Central High School Performing Arts Center, 1 Trojan Road A, St. Leon. E6 Catholic Men’s Conference: Armor Up, 7 a.m.-3 p.m., speakers, adoration, confession, Mass, $40 adults, $15 high school and college pre-sale, $60 walk-ins, clergy and religious free, includes lunch and materials, free parking. Information and registration: www.e6catholicmensconference.com.

February 25

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Serra Club Dinner Meeting and Program, archdiocesan director of vocations Father Eric Augustine presenting, 5:40 p.m. rosary (optional), 6-8:30 p.m. dinner and program, $15 per person for members. Information: 317-748-1478, smclaughlin@holyspirit.cc.

February 28

Indiana Interchurch Center, 1100 W. 42nd St., Indianapolis. Caregiver Support Group, sponsored by Catholic Charities Indianapolis, question and answer session for family and friends caring for adults age 60 and older, 5:30-7 p.m. Information: Monica Woodsworth, 317-261-3378, mwoodsworth@archindy.org.

March 1

Women’s Care Center, 4901 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. First Friday Mass, 5 p.m., Msgr. Joseph Schaedel presiding, optional tour of center to follow. Information: 317-829-6800, www.womenscarecenter.org.

Our Lady of the Greenwood Church, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. First Friday celebration of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Mass, 5:45 p.m., exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, following Mass until 9 p.m., sacrament of Reconciliation available. Information: 317-888-2861 or info@olgreenwood.org.

St. Lawrence Church, 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. World Day of Prayer Ecumenical Celebration, focusing on the country of Slovenia, music, Scripture, prayer for peace and justice, all are welcome, 10 a.m., followed by light refreshments. Information: Sandra Hartlieb. shartlieb@saintlawrence.net,  317-546-4065, ext. 335.

St. Lawrence Church, 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. First Friday Charismatic Renewal Praise and Mass, praise and worship 7 p.m., Mass 7:30 p.m. Information: 317-546-7328, mkeyes@indy.rr.com.

March 2

St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Shamrock Center, 1723 “I” St., Bedford. Mardi Gras Shelterbration, benefiting Becky’s Place Shelter for Women and Children, dinner, live and silent auction, music by the Semple band, 6:30 p.m.-midnight. Tickets: www.archindy.org/cc/bloomington, click on Becky’s Place. Information: 812-332-1262 or Cheri Bush, cbush@archindy.org.

St. Michael Church, 145 St. Michael Blvd., Brookville. First Saturday Marian Devotional Prayer Group, Mass, devotional prayers, rosary, 8 a.m. Information: 765-647-5462.

St. Pius X Parish Gymnasium and Ross Hall, 7200 Sarto Dr., Indianapolis. Trivia Night, proceeds benefiting St. Pius X Young Adult Ministry and rebuilding efforts for Holy Trinity Church in Puerto Rico, doors open 6 p.m., trivia begins 6:45 p.m., $34 per person, tables of 8 and 10 available, includes beer, wine, soft drinks and one pizza per table, extra pizza available for purchase, must be 21. Reservations:  goo.gl/JihjBm (case sensitive.) Information: 317-255-4534, spxtrivia@gmail.com.

March 3

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Rite of Election Mass, Archbishop Charles C. Thompson presiding, 2 p.m. Information: Christina Tuley, 317-236-1483, ctuley@archindy.org.

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Rite of Election Mass, Archbishop Charles C. Thompson presiding, 6 p.m. Information: Christina Tuley, 317-236-1483, ctuley@archindy.org.

March 5

Mission 27 Resale, 132 Leota St., Indianapolis. Senior Discount Day, every Tuesday, 30 percent off clothing, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., ministry supports Indianapolis St. Vincent de Paul Society Food Pantry and Changing Lives Forever program. Information: 317-687-8260.

March 6

Archbishop O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, Catholic, educational, charitable and social singles, 50 and over, single, separated, widowed or divorced. New members welcome. 6 p.m. Information:  317-243-0777.

Kokomo High School, 2501 S. Berkley Road, Kokomo. Indiana Holy Family Catholic Conference, hosted by the Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Teresa Tomeo, Deacon Dominick Pastore and Chris Bray speaking, Adoration chapel, confession, Divine Mercy Chaplet, Mass with Bishop Timothy Doherty presiding, $60 family, $40 married couple/family of two, $20 single adult, $20 teen not registered with family by Feb. 18; $75, $50, $25 and $25 after Feb. 18, priests, religious and seminarians free, includes lunch; scholarships available, walk-ins welcome. Feb. 26 registration deadline for Kid’s Corner (childcare for ages 1-2 and children’s activities ages 3-5th grade). Registration and conference schedule: www.holyfamilyconference.org/. Information: 765-865-6684, jan@saintjoan.org.  

March 9

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 7575 Holliday Dr. E., Indianapolis. Race for Vocations Training Event, Mass followed by run or walk, ending with Theology Over Coffee, 8:15 a.m., second of three optional events (April 6). Information: www.raceforvocations.org/events, Rick Radar, 317-796-5447, rrader317@gmail.com

St. Augustine Church, 315 E. Chestnut St., Jeffersonville. Rite of Election Mass, Archbishop Charles C. Thompson presiding, 10 a.m. Information: Christina Tuley, 317-236-1483, ctuley@archindy.org.

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Indianapolis Choral Festival and Mass, presented by American Federation Pueri Cantores, for grades 4-12 parish and school treble and mixed voice choirs, Archbishop Charles C. Thompson celebrating, 11 a.m. choir registration, 5 p.m. Mass, register by Feb. 9. Information and registration: www.pcchoirs.org, click on 2019 Festivals, 714-633-7554.

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General Announcements 

Mardi Gras ‘Shelterbration’ to benefit Becky’s Place in Bedford on March 2

Mardi Gras “Shelterbration” is the theme of a Becky’s Place benefit in the Shamrock Center of St. Vincent de Paul Parish, 1723 “I” St., in Bedford, from 6:30 p.m.-midnight on March 2.

Becky’s Place, a ministry of Catholic Charities Bloomington, provides shelter and creates hope for women and children who are experiencing homelessness and moving forward to a life of self‑sufficiency.

The evening will include dinner, live and silent auction items and music by the Semple band.

Tickets are $50 per person or $400 for a table of eight.

Tickets are available on line at www.archindy.org/cc/bloomington. Click on Becky’s Place.

For more information about the event and the work of Catholic Charities Bloomington contact Cheri Bush at 812‑332-1262 or e-mail cbush@archindy.org.

 

New Albany Deanery to host high school retreat for underclassmen on March 29-31

“To the Heights” is the theme of a high school retreat sponsored by Catalyst Catholic (formerly New Albany Deanery Catholic Youth Ministries) for all freshmen, sophomores and juniors in the archdiocese at the Mount St. Francis Center of Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., in Mt. St. Francis, on March 29-31.

The retreat will begin at 4 p.m. on Friday and will conclude at 5 p.m. on Sunday.

The cost is $150, and financial aid is available.

Registration is requested by March 15 online at www.catalystcatholic.org/events.

For additional information, contact Mary Pettit at 812-923-8355 or by e-mail at mary@catalystcatholic.org.

 

Post-abortion healing retreat planned in Indianapolis area on March 1-3

The archdiocesan Office of Human Life and Dignity is hosting a Project Rachel Healing Retreat in the greater Indianapolis area from 6 p.m. on March 1 through 12:30 p.m. on March 3.

The exact location of the retreat will be given upon registration.

Project Rachel, a compassionate and confidential ministry, extends God’s unconditional love and forgiveness to women and men who experience the tragedy of abortion.

By offering a safe place for those suffering to be reconciled with God and the Church, Project Rachel helps those who are suffering after abortion to experience mercy, forgiveness and peace.

To share, request literature or register for the retreat, call 317-452-0054 or e-mail projectrachel@archindy.org.

For additional information about the Project Rachel post-abortion healing ministry visit www.archindy.org/humanlifeanddignity.

 

Providence Sisters accepting Providence Associate applications through May 31

The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, in St. Mary-of-the-Woods, are accepting Providence Associate applications through May 31.

Providence Associates are women and men of diverse faith backgrounds, ages 18 years and older, who share their own unique gifts and talents with others while walking with the Sisters of Providence.

Accepted applicants attend an orientation at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods in October. Following the orientation, the candidate spends a year meeting one-on-one on a regular basis with a Sister of Providence or another Providence Associate companion to learn and share about Providence spirituality.

For more information or to request an application, contact Providence Associate co-directors Debbie Dillow at 317-250-3294 or e-mail ddillow@spsmw.org, or Providence Sister Sue Paweski at 312-909-7492 or e-mail spaweski@spsmw.org.

To learn more about Providence Associates, visit www.providenceassociates.org.

 

Right to Life of Johnson and Morgan counties to host euchre tournament on Feb. 23

Right to Life of Johnson and Morgan counties is hosting a euchre tournament at Concordia Lutheran Church, 305 Howard Road, in Greenwood, at 10 a.m. on Feb. 23.

The winning partners will receive a $100 cash prize.

The entry fee is one package of diapers to be donated to the local Care Net Pregnancy Center.

Advance registration is encouraged by contacting Emily McNally at 317-697-2441 or e-mailing ebrookehaskins@gmail.com.

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Retreats and Programs

February 8-10

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Retreat for Busy Catholic Moms, Providence Sister Mary Montgomery presenting, quiet reflection and spiritual enrichment for busy moms with time for sharing, reconciliation available, Fri. 6:30 p.m.-Sun. 1:30 p.m., $220 includes lodging and meals, $130 without lodging. Registration deadline for lodging Jan. 24; commuters Feb. 1. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event .

February 9

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. The Wisdom of the Wild: Praying with Nature’s Chorus, April Boyle facilitating, 10 a.m.-noon, $15. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

February 12

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality: Simplicity, (part two of four, Feb. 19, 26), Benedictine Sister Sheila Marie Fitzpatrick presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session. Information, registration: bit.ly/2RCIt0m, 317-788-7581.

February 15-17

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Beyond First Impressions: A Couples Retreat, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $425, married couples only. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

February 16

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. “Marriage in Christ” Day of Reflection for Married Couples, Franciscan Father Vince Peterson facilitating, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., includes Sunday Vigil Mass, reconciliation, lunch and dinner, $75 per couple. Information and registration: 812-923-8817, www.mountsaintfrancis.org/registration.   

February 19

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality: Stability, (part three of four, Feb. 26), Benedictine Sister Julie Sewell presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session. Information, registration: bit.ly/2RCIt0m, 317-788-7581.

February 20

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 includes room for the day and lunch, spiritual direction available for $35. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

February 22-23

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Women of Wonder Weekend, Judy Ribar facilitating, Fri. 7 p.m., concludes after 4 p.m. Sunday Vigil Mass, includes breakfast and lunch, $75 with overnight lodging, $45 commuters. Information and registration: 812-923-8817, www.mountsaintfrancis.org/registration.   

February 22-24

St. Joseph Retreat & Conference Center, 1440 W. Division Road, Tipton (Lafayette Diocese). Retrouvaille Weekend, $150. Information and registration: 317-489-6811or www.retrouvaille.org.

February 23

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Living a MeaningFULL Life, Bill Tonnis, John Metz and Ken Cecil presenting, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $45 includes lunch. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

February 26

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality: Caring for the Sick, Benedictine Sister Heather Jean Foltz presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25. Information, registration: bit.ly/2RCIt0m, 317-788-7581.

February 28

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Living the Liturgical Year: Lent, Benedictine Sister Marie Therese Racine presenting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $25. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

March 1-3

Project Rachel Healing Retreat, sponsored by the archdiocesan Office of Human Life and Dignity Rachel Project, confidential Indianapolis location revealed at registration, 6 p.m. Fri.-12:30 p.m. Sun., $175, scholarships available, register by Feb. 27. Information and registration: 317-452-0054, projectrachel@archindy.org.

March 6

Benedict Inn Retreat & conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Forgiveness: An Ash Wednesday Program,

Benedictine Sister Connie Kramer presenting, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., $55, includes lunch. Information, registration: bit.ly/2TpxUP8 (case sensitive).

March 7

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Lenten Series: Holy Visionaries for Today, four consecutive Thurs. (March 14, 21, 28), Methodist Rev. Matthew Landry presenting, 6:30-8 p.m., $15 per session, $55 for all. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

March 8

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. “Fire and Water” Middle School Confirmation Retreat, presented by National Evangelization Teams (NET) Ministries, sponsored by the Catalyst Catholic, open to all middle school students regardless of deanery, 5-10 p.m., $45, register by Feb. 22, financial aid available. Information and registration: www.catalystcatholic.org/events, 812-923-8355.

March 8-10

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, Loftus House, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Weekend of Peace for Women, Judy Ribar facilitating, Fri. 7 p.m., concludes after 4 p.m. Sunday Vigil Mass, limited to six women, $150 includes lunches and dinner, breakfast on your own (refrigeration available.)  Information and registration: 812-923-8817, www.mountsaintfrancis.org/registration.    

March 9-10

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. “Fire and Water” High School Confirmation Retreat, presented by National Evangelization Teams (NET) Ministries, sponsored by the Catalyst Catholic, open to all high school students regardless of deanery, Sat. 5 p.m. through Sun. 2:30 p.m., $95, register by Feb. 22, financial aid available. Information and registration: www.catalystcatholic.org/events, 812-923-8355.

March 10

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Lenten Day of Solitude, Providence Sisters Jan Craven and Paula Damiano presenting, reflections, personal time, sharing, reconciliation available, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., $45 includes lunch. Registration deadline: March 4. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

March 14

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Lenten Series: Holy Visionaries for Today, second of four, (March 21, 28), Methodist Rev. Matthew Landry presenting, 6:30-8 p.m., $15. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

March 15-17

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Beyond First Impressions: A Couples Retreat, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $425, married couples only. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

March 19

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 includes room for the day and lunch, spiritual direction available for $35. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Praying with the Saints: St. Francis of Assisi, Patty Moore presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25. Information, registration: bit.ly/2Bd4jl7 (case sensitive).

March 21

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the­ Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Series: Art for the Soul, Providence Sister Rosemary Schmalz presenting, (four Thursdays, March 28, April 4, April 11), 9-11 a.m. or 7-9 p.m. at St. Patrick School, 449 S. 19th St., $50 for the series includes supplies. Registration deadline March 17. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Lenten Series: Holy Visionaries for Today, third of four, (March 28), Bill Tonnis, pastoral associate of outreach for Our Lady of the Visitation Parish in Cincinnati, presenting, 6:30-8 p.m., $15. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

March 22-24

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Freedom through Forgiveness, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Tobit Marriage Preparation Weekend, $298 includes separate room accommodations for couple, meals, snacks and materials. Information and registration: Cheryl McSweeney, cmcsweeney@archindy.org, 317-545-7681, ext. 106 or www.archindy.org/fatima/calendar/tobit.html.

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Untold Blessings Weekend Retreat, using videos by Los Angeles Bishop Robert E. Barron, presented by Benedictine Sister Carol Faulkner and Patty Moore, $250 per person or $225 per person if register with a friend, includes room and meals. Information, registration: bit.ly/2Bf65lw (case sensitive).

March 23

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Retreat with Hildegard of Bingen, Providence Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $45 includes lunch. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

March 28

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Lenten Series: Holy Visionaries for Today, Bill Tonnis, pastoral associate of outreach for Our Lady of the Visitation Parish in Cincinnati, presenting, 6:30-8 p.m., $15. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

March 29-31

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. A Weekend-long Alcoholic Anonymous Meeting in Five Sessions, Benedictine Father Colman Grabert presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. “To the Heights” High School Underclassmen Retreat, for freshman, sophomores and juniors of all deaneries, sponsored by the Catalyst Catholic, Fri. 4 p.m. through Sun. 5 p.m., $150, register by March 15, financial aid available. Information and registration: www.catalystcatholic.org/events, 812-923-8355.

April 2

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Popes of the 19th Century: Pius VII and the French Revolution, four Tuesdays (April 9, 16, 23), Benedictine Father Matthias Neuman presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session, $90 for four. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 4-7

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. SUMMIT Senior Christian Awakening Retreat, sponsored by Catalyst Catholic, open to all high school seniors regardless of deanery, Thurs. 6:30 p.m. through Sun. 5 p.m., $250, register by Feb. 8, financial aid available. Information and registration: www.catalystcatholic.org/events, 812-923-8355.

April 9

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Popes of the 19th Century: Pius VII and Napoleon, second of four (April 16 and 23), Benedictine Father Matthias Neuman presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 12-13

Sacred Heart School, 1842 E. 8th St., Jeffersonville. “The Jam: Encounter the Person of Jesus Christ,” retreat for New Albany Deanery middle school students and their friends, Fri. 6 p.m.-Sat. noon, $20, register by April 11. Information, registration: catalystcatholic.org/the-jam.  

April 12-14

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Spring “Come and See” Weekend, single women ages 18-42 invited to learn more about the community and becoming a Sister of Providence. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.comeandsee.sistersofprovidence.org.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Spiritual Integration: Fitness, Health and Physical Well-being, Benedictine Father Nathaniel Szidik presenting, optional opportunities for group nature walk and other physical activities, bring fitness clothing. $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

April 13

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Living the Liturgical Year: Tridium and Easter, Benedictine Sister Marie Therese Racine presenting, 9-11 a.m., $25. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 16

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Popes of the 19th Century: Leo XII and Restoring Monarchy, third of four (April 23), Benedictine Father Matthias Neuman presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 17-21

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Holy Week Retreat—The Leaven of Christ: That in All Things God May be Glorified, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $465 single, $735 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

April 18-21

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Triduum Retreat, 4:30 p.m. Thurs., through 1 p.m. Easter Sunday, $325 per person includes meals and lodging. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 19

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, Good Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 includes room for the day and lunch, spiritual direction available for $35. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 23

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Popes of the 19th Century: Gregory XVI and Catholic Modernism, Benedictine Father Matthias Neuman presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 23-25

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Peace, the Benedictine Way, Benedictine Brother Maurus Zoeller presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

May 3-5

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Being Creative, Being Divine: Freedom and an Ethics of Creativity, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

May 4

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Aging Gracefully: Exploring the Gift of Years, Elizabeth Collins, RN, and Providence well- being coordinator Katie Harich presenting, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $10. Registration deadline: May 1. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

May 7-9

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Jesus Prayer, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

May 11

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Book Study: With Open Hands by Henri Nouwen, (first of three, May 18, May 25) Providence Associates Rev. Rebecca Zelensky and Dr. William Hine presenting, 9:30-11 a.m., $45 includes book. Registration deadline: May 6. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

May 14

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 includes room for the day and lunch, spiritual direction available for $35. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

May 17-19

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Practice of Christian Meditation, Benedictine Brother William Sprauer presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

June 14-20

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Image as a Window to the Spiritual: An Artist’s Six-Day Hands-on Workshop and Retreat, Benedictine Brothers Martin Erspamer and Michael Moran presenting, limited space, $695 single, $1,045 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

June 19

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 includes room for the day and lunch, spiritual direction available for $35. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

June 21-23

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Tobit Marriage Preparation Weekend, $298 includes separate room accommodations for couple, meals, snacks and materials. Information and registration: Cheryl McSweeney, cmcsweeney@archindy.org, 317-545-7681, ext. 106 or www.archindy.org/fatima/calendar/tobit.html.

June 23-29

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Monastic Retreat — Women on God’s Loom: Tapestries of God, Benedictine Father Joseph Feders presenting, check-in 6 p.m. Sun. through 1 p.m. Sat., $525 per person, includes meals and lodging. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

June 25-27

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Divine Intimacy in the Rule of St. Benedict, Benedictine Brother Lorenzo Peñalosa presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

June 28-30

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Miracle of Chartres: A Close Look at a Gorgeous Gothic Cathedral and the Mysteries Behind It, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

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