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The Coming Month

September 14

Pan Am Plaza, 201 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis. Pro-life Film and Panel Discussion, sponsored by St. John the Evangelist and Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary parishes in Indianapolis, viewing of human trafficking documentary “Not My Life,” followed by discussion with panelists including Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department detective, mother of a human trafficked survivor and a therapist for human trafficked survivors, 6:30-8:30 p.m., free will offering. Information: 317-407-6881, smdye1@gmail.com. 

September 14-15

St. Malachy Parish, 9833 E. County Road 750 N., Brownsburg. Country Fair and Hog Roast, Fri. 4-11 p.m., Sat. 3-11 p.m., carnival rides, live entertainment, children’s games. Information: 317-852-3195.

September 14-16

St. Lawrence Parish, 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. Fall Festival, Fri. 5-11 p.m. Sat. 1-11 p.m. Sun. 1-6 p.m., food, live music, midway rides, kids’ games, bingo, beer garden, blood drive, local vendors. Information: 317-546-4065.

Military Park, W. New York St., Indianapolis. 23rd Annual Indy Irish Fest, cultural demonstrations and exhibitions, music, food and beer booths, Wee Folk Area, Sun., 10:30 a.m. Celtic Mass. Information, costs and tickets: www.indyIrishFest.com, 317-713-7117.

September 15

St. Mary Parish, 415 E. Eighth St., New Albany. Multi-Cultural Festival, 4 p.m. with bilingual Mass followed by festival, American and Hispanic foods, music and dancing, raffles, family games. Information: 812-944-0417.

CYO Camp Rancho Framasa, 2230 Clay Lick Road, Nashville. Mother/Son Day, climbing tower, canoeing/kayaking, games, crafts, archery, night hikes, campfire, prayer service, 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m., $25 per child less than age 18, $45 per adult. Information and registration: www.campranchoframasa.org/family-camps, 888-988-2839 x122.

St. Bridget of Ireland Parish, 404 E. Vine St., Liberty. Oktoberfest, 4-10 p.m., basket raffle, casino games, kiddie land, bounce house, country store, snack shack, beer and wine garden, German food served 4-7 p.m., $12 adults ($10 pre-sale by calling Steve at 765-732-3170 or texting 765-580-2435), $5 children ages 6-12, free for ages 5 and younger. Information: 765-825-8578.

September 16

St. Michael Parish, 101 St. Michael Dr., Charlestown. Septemberfest, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., bilingual Mass 11 a.m., fried chicken dinner and traditional Mexican food, silent auction, games of chance, Mexican music and dancing, $500 Jay C/Kroger gift card raffle, money and quilt raffles, bilingual. Information: 812-256-3200.

St. Louis Parish, 13 St. Louis Place, Batesville. Festival, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., chicken and roast beef dinners, food, games, raffle, beer garden, music by “Eureka Band.” Information: 812-934-3204.

St. Meinrad Parish, 19630 N. Fourth St., St. Meinrad. Church Picnic, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. CT, cash raffle, quilts, theme baskets, country store, live music, tours of church and Saint Meinrad Archabbey, bingo, fried chicken dinners, homemade soup, German cuisine food court and homemade desserts. Information: 812-357-5533.

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Sundays at the Woods: Photography as a Form of Prayer, 2-4 p.m., free will offering, registration not required. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

September 16-18

Holy Angels Parish, 740 W. 28th St., Indianapolis. Tent Revival: “There is a Balm in Gilead,” presented by nationally acclaimed revivalist and motivational speaker Msgr. Ray East, 6:30 p.m. praise/worship and 7 p.m. revival each evening, also featuring local gospel choirs and liturgical dance, all are welcome, free. Information: Daryl Whitley, dpdunsonwhitley@yahoo.com , 317-946-5636.

September 19

Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Monthly Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-784-4439 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.

September 20

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. Information: 317-244-9002.

Our Lady of Peace Cemetery and Mausoleum, 9001 Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. Monthly Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-574-8898 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.

September 21-22

St. Paul the Apostle Parish, 202 E. Washington St., Greencastle. Rummage and Bake Sale, Thurs. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Fri. 8 a.m.-3 p.m., furniture, clothing, kitchen items, books, baked goods and more. Information: 765-653-5678.

September 21

Knights of Columbus Hall, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Truth at Work CEO Dave Holly presenting, Mass 7 a.m., buffet breakfast and program following, $15 members, $21 non-members. Register by noon on Sept. 20. Information and registration: www.catholicbusinessexchange.org.

September 21-22

St. Thomas More, 1200 N. Indiana St., Mooresville. Applefest, Fri. 5-9 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-9 p.m., food, pancake breakfast, craft vendors, kids’ games, horse rides, basket raffle, silent auction. Information:  317-831-4142.

September 21-23

CYO Camp Rancho Framasa, 2230 Clay Lick Road, Nashville. Father/Son Weekend, Fri. 7 p.m.-Sun. 2 p.m., canoeing, hiking, fishing, climbing, games, horseback riding corral rides, archery, Mass, $50 per child less than age 18, $75 per adult; Saturday only option: check in 8-9 a.m., check out after campfire, $25 per child less than age 18, $45 per adult. Information and registration: www.campranchoframasa.org/family-camps, 888-988-2839 x122.

September 22

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 7575 Holliday Dr. E., Indianapolis. Fall Fest, 3-10 p.m., food, beverages, entertainment, games, bingo, sports bar. Information: 317-259-4373.

St. Bartholomew Church, 1306 27th St., Columbus. “A Menu of Arias through the Ages” Voice Recital, featuring soprano Karri York, accompanied by Amanda Hopson, 7 p.m., free will offering. Information: 812-379-9353, ext. 237, bminut@stbparish.net.

September 22-23

St. Gabriel Parish, 232 W. 9th St., Connersville. Festival, Sat., 3-11 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., fried chicken dinners, German food, cash raffle, bands, beer tent, horse rides, children’s games, corn hole tournament, quilt and basket raffle, farmers market, face painting, cash bingo. Information: 765-825-8578.

September 23

St. Luke the Evangelist Church, 7575 Holliday Dr., E. Indianapolis. 40 Days for Life Opening Celebration, sponsored by Great Lakes Gabriel Project, New Life Community Church senior pastor Rev. Andrew Hunt III featured speaker, 7 p.m., free. Information: 317-407-6881, smdye1@gmail.com.

St. Michael Parish, 11400 Farmers Ln., Bradford. Festival, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., ham and chicken dinner, homemade dumplings, raffles, quilts, booths, bingo, silent auction, beer garden Fri. night 7 p.m.-midnight, music, food available for purchase. Information: 812-364-6646.

September 25

Indianapolis Marriott Downtown, 350 W Maryland St, Indianapolis. Celebrate Life Dinner, sponsored by Right to Life of Indianapolis, co-founder and former CEO of 40 Days for Life David Bereit speaking, 6 p.m. registration, 6:45 p.m. dinner and awards, 8 p.m. keynote, $75 per person, sponsorships available. Information and registration: www.rtlindy.org , 317-582-1526.

September 26

Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Best Practices for Observing All Soul’s Day Workshop, presented by the archdiocesan Office of Marriage and Family Life, 6:30–8:30 p.m., free. Information and registration: Deb VanVelse, dvanvelse@archindy.org, 317-236-1586.

St. Mary Parish “Spaghetti Dinner” at Lawrence County Persimmon Festival, Main St., Mitchell, 2:30-6 p.m. Information: 812-849-3570.

St. Michael Church, 519 Jefferson Blvd., Greenfield. Holy Hour of Prayer for Vocations, 7-8 p.m. Information: 317-236-1490, amiller@archindy.org.

St. Mary-of-the-Knobs, 5719 Saint Mary’s Rd., Floyds Knobs.  Dessert Card Party, door prizes, raffles, pull tabs, 7-10 p.m., $5. Information: 812-923-2492, mhartlage@yoursmk.org.

September 27

St. Paul Hermitage, 501 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Ave Maria Guild, Fall Card Party and Quilt Raffle, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Information: 317-223-3687, vlgmimi@aol.com.

September 28-29

St. Maria Goretti Parish, 17102 Springmill Road, Westfield (Lafayette Diocese). Grieving with Great Hope Workshop, presented by Good Mourning Ministry, Fri. 7-9 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., $20 per person, registration required by Sept. 21. Registration: www.goodmourningministry.net. Information: Connie Anderson, c.anderson@smgoline.org, 317-867-3213.

September 28-29

SS. Francis and Clare of Assisi Parish, 5901 Olive Branch Road, Greenwood. Fall Festival, Fri. 5-10 p.m., Sat. noon-10 p.m., food, live music, rides, children’s games, silent auction, Monte Carlo, art and homemade crafts area, beer and wine tent, wristband Sat., $15,000 raffle. Information: 317-859-4673.

September 29

St. Michael Parish, 519 Jefferson Blvd., Greenfield. Michaelmas, A Celebration of St. Michael, 5 p.m. Mass followed by free catered dinner, silent auction and raffle, $10,00 grand prize, $50 raffle tickets available for purchase at parish office during business hours or by mailing the parish office, tickets will be returned by mail, need not be present to win. Information: 317-462-4240, cmurphy@stmichaelsgrfld.org.

St. Michael the Archangel Parish, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. Pumpkinfest, 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m., live entertainment, games and prizes, food, desserts, beer, bounce houses, pumpkin patch, pumpkin recipe contest, face painting, arts and crafts bazaar. Information: 317-926-7359.

St. Bartholomew School, 1306 27th St., Columbus. School Fall Festival, 4-8 p.m., games and activities for ages K-8th grade, food. Information: 812-379-9353.

St. Rita Parish, 1733 Dr. Andrew J. Brown Ave., Indianapolis, St. Rita Raffle, Auction and Dance, 6-10 p.m., $25 advance tickets include 50/50 tickets, $30 at the door. Information: 317-632-6349.

Primo Banquet and Conference Center, 2615 National Ave., Indianapolis. Angels of Grace Awards Luncheon, style show, lunch, award ceremony, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., $35 per person, $260 table of eight. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

September 30

St. Catherine of Siena Parish, St. Maurice Campus, 1963 N. St. John St., Greensburg. Maryknoll Mission Breakfast, sausage, biscuits and gravy, eggs, potatoes, pastries, fruit and drinks, carry out available, 8 a.m.-noon, free will offering, all are welcome. Information: 812-663-4754, stcatherinevs@gmail.com.

Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Fall Farm Day at the Woods, 1-4 p.m., hayrides, historical videos, fiber demonstrations, free snacks, children’s activities, free will offering. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

St. Mark Parish, 5377 Acorn Road, Tell City. Shooting Match and Picnic, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. CT, chili, hamburgers, brats, homemade pies, quilt raffle, big raffle, family games, ham shooting match for $600 beef box prize. Information: 812-836-2481.

October 1

St. John the Evangelist Church, 126 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis. Red Mass and Fundraiser Dinner, sponsored by St. Thomas More Society of Indianapolis, 5:30 p.m. Mass, Archbishop Charles C. Thompson presiding, 6:45 p.m. dinner at Indiana Roof Ballroom, 140 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, keynote Jim McClelland, executive director for Drug Prevention, Treatment, and Enforcement for the State of Indiana, all are welcome to either or both events, $75 per person dinner tickets, $600 per table. Information and tickets: indyredmass.eventbee.com.

October 2

Knights of Columbus Council #3433, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Radio Annual Dinner, Archbishop Charles C. Thompson speaking, 5:30-7 p.m. reception and silent auction, 7 p.m. dinner, live music and auction, $65 per person, $450 table of eight, priests, deacons and vowed religious free. Reservations required by Sept. 27. Information and reservations: goo.gl/Z1PGGM (case sensitive), 317-870-8400.

Mission 27 Resale, 132 Leota St., Indianapolis. Senior Discount Day, every Tuesday, seniors get 30 percent off all purchases, 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.

October 3

Archbishop Edward T. 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.

Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Feast Day of St. Mother Theodore Guérin Mass, 11 a.m. Information: 812-535-2931, wvc@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/providence-center/events/.  

October 4-6

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 5333 E. Washington St., Indianapolis. Fall Festival, Thurs. 5-10 p.m., Fri. 5 p.m.-11 p.m., Sat. 3-11 p.m., rides, kids’ games, live entertainment, gambling, raffle, silent auction. Information: 317-356-7291.

October 5

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. 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.

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

October 5-6

Holy Name of Jesus Parish, 89 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Oktoberfest, 5 p.m.-midnight, live music, authentic homemade German food, health and safety fair, kids’ zone, 50/50 raffle, $25,000 raffle, beer garden. Information: 317-784-5454.

October 6

St. Mary Parish, New Albany, serving American and Mexican food during the Harvest Homecoming Parade, corner of Spring and Eighth streets in New Albany, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Information: 812-944-0417.

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

St. Anthony Parish, 337 N. Warman, Indianapolis. Annual Saints in the Streets Neighborhood Clean-Up, in cooperation with St. Barnabas Parish, Indianapolis, and Keep Indianapolis Beautiful, Inc., 8 a.m.-noon, breakfast provided, volunteers receive a t-shirt. Register: www.kibi.org/event/october-great-indy-cleanup-3/. Information: 317-292-8964, connie_merkeyl@yahoo.com.

October 7

Holy Family Parish, 3027 Pearl St., Oldenburg. Fall Festival, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., chicken and roast beef dinners served 11 a.m.-4 p.m., turtle soup, homemade ice cream, children and adult games, quilt and money raffles, basket booth, bakery and craft booths, silent auction. Information: 812-934-3013.

St. John Paul II Parish, St. Joseph Campus, 2605 St. Joe Road W., Sellersburg. Turkey Shoot, Fall Festival and Chicken Dinner, 11 a.m., chicken dinners with homemade dumplings, booths, raffles, quilts, kids’ games, firing range. Information: 812-246-3522.

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary and Rosary Coast-to-Coast Event, 4 p.m. recitation of fifteen decades of the rosary and Vespers led by parish choir; pitch-in dinner to follow in Priori Hall, registration required. Registration and information: tinyurl.com/ybc4phfn, 317-636-4478.

October 9

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

St. Paul Hermitage, 501 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Ave Maria Guild, 12:30 p.m. Information: 317-223-3687, vlgmimi@aol.com.

October 12

International Marian Research Institute, University of Dayton, 300 College Park, Dayton, Ohio. “Have We Lost Mary, Mother of the Church?” Marian Forum, presented by Mount Angel Seminary (Ore.) adjunct professor of systematic theology Dr. Elizabeth M. Farley and Holy Family School of Faith Institute (Kas.) founder and president Dr. Michael Scherschligt, online option available, free, registration required by Sept. 28. Information and registration: www.udayton.edu/imri/marian-forum, 937-229-1000. 

October 12-21

Downtown Square, Rockville. St. Joseph Parish Cruller Shack at the Parke County Covered Bridge Festival, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Information: 765-569-5406.

October 13

CYO Camp Rancho Framasa, 2230 Clay Lick Road, Nashville. Father/Daughter Day, climbing tower, canoeing/kayaking, games, crafts, archery, night hikes, campfire, prayer service, 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m., $25 per child less than age 18, $45 per adult. Information and registration: www.campranchoframasa.org/family-camps, 888-988-2839 x122.

October 14

St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 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.

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General Announcements 

Bishop Chatard class of 1968 hosting 50-year reunion on Oct. 5 and 6

Members of the class of 1968 of Bishop Chatard High School in Indianapolis are planning a 50-year reunion on the weekend of Oct. 5 and 6.

Unless otherwise noted, all activities will take place at the school at 5885 N. Crittenden Dr., in Indianapolis.

The Oct. 5 activities include:

• 7 p.m., homecoming and varsity football game; meet at alumni tent at 5:45 p.m.
• Informal gathering at the Blind Owl Brewery, 5014 E. 62nd St., in Indianapolis, immediately following the game.

Activities scheduled for Oct. 6 are as follows:

• 4 p.m. tour of school; meet in main lobby.
• 5:30 p.m. Mass in the gymnasium celebrated by Father Paul Hulsman.
• 6:30 p.m. cocktail hour and appetizers in the cafeteria, followed by catered buffet dinner and dancing.

A cash bar will be open until 10:30 p.m.

The registration fee is $50 per person, which includes all activities on Oct. 5 and 6 held at the school.

Reservations are requested by Sept. 28.

For additional information or to make reservations contact Ann Fox at 317-903-9373 or afoxvannice@gmail.com, or Robin Kontor at 317-251-1451, ext. 3220, or rkontor@bishopchatard.org.

 

Office of Marriage and Family Life to host All Soul’s Day best practices workshop on Sept. 26

The archdiocesan Ministry of Consolation in the Office of Marriage and Family Life is hosting a workshop focusing on best practices for observing All Soul’s Day at the Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., in Indianapolis, from 6:30‑8:30 p.m. on Sept. 26.

This workshop is an opportunity to network, share and create ideas on the various ways individuals and parishes remember or can remember loved ones on All Soul’s Day and during November, the month of remembrance.

There is no charge to attend.

To register, e-mail Deb VanVelse at dvanvelse@archindy.org or call 317-236-1586 or 800-382-9836, ext. 1586.

To learn more about the Office of Marriage and Family Life, visit www.archindy.org/marriageandfamily.

 

Attend Marian Forum via computer or in Dayton at research institute on Oct. 12

“Have We Lost Mary, Mother of the Church?” is the title of a Marian Forum being presented by the International Marian Research Institute at the University of Dayton, 300 College Park, in Dayton, Ohio, from 2:30-4:30 p.m. on Oct. 12.

The Marian Forum is a continuing series of academic gatherings designed to promote the study of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Dr. Elizabeth M. Farley, adjunct professor of systematic theology at Mount Angel Seminary in Oregon, and Dr. Michael Scherschligt, president and founder of the Holy Family School of Faith Institute in Kansas, are the scheduled presenters.

Participants can attend in person or via teleconference.

There is no charge; however, registration is required by Sept. 28.

For more information and to register, visit www.udayton.edu/imri/marian-forum or call 937-229-1000.

 

40 Days for Life fall campaign set for Sept. 26-Nov. 4, rally scheduled for Sept. 23

40 Days for Life is a campaign of prayer, fasting, and peaceful activism held in the spring and fall with the purpose of turning hearts and minds from a culture of death to a culture of life, and bringing an end to abortion.

The fall campaign runs from Sept. 26-Nov. 4. Two locations in the archdiocese are participating: Bloomington, in front of the Planned Parenthood abortion facility at 421 S. College Ave.; and Indianapolis, in front of the Planned Parenthood abortion facility at 8590 Georgetown Road. Other nearby campaigns include Evansville, Cincinnati and Louisville.

Indianapolis will have an opening rally sponsored by Great Lakes Gabriel Project at St. Luke the Evangelist Church, 7575 Holliday Dr. E., in Indianapolis, at 7 p.m. on Sept. 23. The event is free of charge.

For additional information on the rally, contact Sheryl Dye by calling 317-407-6881 or e-mail smdye1@gmail.com.

To sign up for an hour of prayer per week with any 40 Days for Life campaign location, go to 40daysforlife.com. †

 

Holy Angels revival to feature Msgr. Ray East on Sept. 16-18

A tent revival with the theme “There is a Balm in Gilead” will be held at Holy Angels Parish, 740 W. 28th St., in Indianapolis, on the evenings of Sept. 16-18. Each evening will begin with praise and worship at 6:30 p.m., followed by the revival event at 7 p.m.

The revival will be presented by nationally acclaimed revivalist and motivational speaker Msgr. Ray East of the Archdiocese of Washington, where he serves as executive director of the Office of Black Catholics and as vicar for evangelization, as well as serving as pastor of a vibrant African-American parish.

Each evening, the revival will also feature local Gospel choirs and liturgical dance.

All are welcome, and there is no charge.

For more information, contact Daryl Whitley at dpdunsonwhitley@yahoo.com or 317-946-5636.

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Retreats and Programs

September 14-16

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. How to Read the Gospel of John with Understanding: Signs of Our Time, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

September 17

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. In the Ignatian Way, a series on the spiritual exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola, “Principal and Foundation—We are Loved by God,” Father Peter Marshall presenting, (first of five, Sept. 25, Oct. 1, Oct. 10, Oct. 17), 6 p.m. dinner, 7-8:30 p.m. presentation, prayer and discussion, $150 for all five, $35 per session, registration required. Information and registration: Dustin Nelson, 317-545-7681, ext. 101 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

September 19

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Pray, Play and Ponder: Shadows and Light, Ann Wathen presenting, 10-11:30 a.m., $25 includes art supplies. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

September 21-23

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Peace in the Mourning” Christ-Focused Widow’s Retreat, Providence Sister Connie Kramer facilitating, 6:30 p.m. Fri.-1 p.m. Sun., $195 includes overnight lodging and all meals, scholarship money available by calling Cheryl McSweeney at 317-545-7681, ext. 106. Information and registration: Dustin Nelson, 317-545-7681, ext. 101 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Simplicity Retreat Revised: A Way of Life, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

September 25

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis.  Silent Self-Guided Day of Reflection, $35 includes room for the day, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas, additional $28 extends stay to include the night before or night after day of silence, $9 for dinner when available. Information and registration: Dustin Nelson, 317-545-7681, ext. 101 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. In the Ignatian Way, a series on the spiritual exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola, “An Awareness of Our Own Sinfulness—A God of Mercy,” Father John McCaslin presenting, (second of five, Oct. 1, Oct. 10, Oct. 17), 6 p.m. dinner, 7-8:30 p.m. presentation, prayer and discussion, $35 per session, registration required. Information and registration: Dustin Nelson, 317-545-7681, ext. 101 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

September 27

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Spiritual Freedom: Getting the Most out of Confession and the Ancient Practice of Spiritual Direction, Father James Farrell and Mary Schaffner presenting (also offered on Sept. 28), 5:30-9 p.m., $38 includes dinner. Information and registration: Dustin Nelson, 317-545-7681, ext. 101 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

September 28

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Spiritual Freedom: Getting the Most out of Confession and the Ancient Practice of Spiritual Direction, Father James Farrell and Mary Schaffner presenting, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., $43 includes continental breakfast and buffet lunch. Information and registration: Dustin Nelson, 317-545-7681, ext. 101 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

September 28-30

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Church in the Modern World, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

October 1

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. In the Ignatian Way, a series on the spiritual exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola, “Living One’s Life With and For Christ,” Karen Clauser presenting, (third of five, Oct. 10, Oct. 17), 6 p.m. dinner, 7-8:30 p.m. presentation, prayer and discussion, $35 per session, registration required. Information and registration: Dustin Nelson, 317-545-7681, ext. 101 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

October 2

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Ecumenical Councils of the Catholic Church II, first of four (Oct. 9, 16 and 30), Benedictine Father Matthias Neumann presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session, $90 for four. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

October 2-4

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

October 4

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Biblical Walk with Mary, first of three (Oct. 18, 25) Benedictine Sister Carol Faulkner and Patty Moore presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session, 4 for $65. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

October 9

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Ecumenical Councils of the Catholic Church II, second of four (Oct. 16 and 30), Benedictine Father Matthias Neumann presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

October 10

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 $30. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. In the Ignatian Way, a series on the spiritual exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola, “The Passion of Christ—Strength to Carry Out One’s Mission,” Father Jeffrey Godecker presenting, (fourth of five, Oct. 17), 6 p.m. dinner, 7-8:30 p.m. presentation, prayer and discussion, $35 per session, registration required. Information and registration: Dustin Nelson, 317-545-7681, ext. 101 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

October 11

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Biblical Walk with Mary, first of three (Oct. 18, 25) Benedictine Sister Carol Faulkner and Patty Moore presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

October 12-14

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Environmental Spirituality, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

October 13

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Contemplating Gentleness, Providence Sister Connie Kramer presenting, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., $45 includes lunch. Registration required. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/providence-center/events.

October 15

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Pray, Clay and Ponder: Nature and Poetry, Patty Moore presenting, 10-11:30 a.m., $25 includes materials. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

October 16

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Ecumenical Councils of the Catholic Church II, third of four (Oct. 30), Benedictine Father Matthias Neumann presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

October 17

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. In the Ignatian Way:  “To Live in the Joy of the Lord,” Mary Schaffner presenting, 6 p.m. dinner, 7-8:30 p.m. presentation, prayer and discussion, $35, registration required. Information and registration: Dustin Nelson, 317-545-7681, ext. 101 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

October 18

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Biblical Walk with Mary, second of three (Oct. 25) Benedictine Sister Carol Faulkner and Patty Moore presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

October 19

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis.  Silent Self-Guided Day of Reflection, $35 includes room for the day, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas, additional $28 extends stay to include the night before or night after day of silence, $9 for dinner when available. Information and registration: Dustin Nelson, 317-545-7681, ext. 101 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

October 19-21

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: Dustin Nelson, 317-545-7681, ext. 101 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

October 25

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Biblical Walk with Mary, Benedictine Sister Carol Faulkner and Patty Moore presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Fall “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 comeandsee.sistersofprovidence.org.

October 26-28

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Being and Belonging … A Retreat for Separated and Divorced Catholics,”, sponsored by the Divorce Ministry of the archdiocesan Office of Marriage and Family Life, facilitated by Father James Farrell and a team of divorced men and women, Fri., 6:30 p.m.-Sun., 1:30 p.m., all faiths welcome, $190, includes accommodations and meals, scholarships available by contacting Cheryl McSweeney, 317-545-7681, ext. 106. Information: Deb VanVelse, 317-236-1586, dvanvelse@archindy.org. Registration: Dustin Nelson, 317-545-7681, ext. 101 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

October 30

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Ecumenical Councils of the Catholic Church II, Benedictine Father Matthias Neumann presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

November 2-4

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Pardon My Perfection, Benedictine Vincent Tobin presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

November 3

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Peace in the Mourning, Providence Sister Connie Kramer presenting, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., $45 includes lunch, register by Oct. 29. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

November 6

Archbishop Edward T. O’Mear Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Pilgrimage to Old Cathedral of St. Francis Xavier in Vincennes, Mass, tour of museum, library and cemetery, led by Father Joseph Newton, archdiocesan vicar judicial and archdiocesan archivist Julie Motyka, 7:30 a.m. departure, 5:30 p.m. approx. return, $69 per person includes deluxe motor coach, bagged breakfast, lunch at Dogwood BBQ in Vincennes, all fees and gratuities. Register: www.archindy.org/pilgrimage.  Information: Rita Maguire, 317-236-1428, rmaguire@archindy.org.     

November 6-8

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

November 9-11

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Creative Grieving: Confronting Loss, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller , $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

November 16-18

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Birth of Jesus According to the Gospel of Luke, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

November 16-18

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. Information and registration: Mark and Jill Levine at 317-888-1892 or www.wwme.org.

November 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 $30. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

November 26

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis.  Silent Self-Guided Day of Reflection, $35 includes room for the day, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas, additional $28 extends stay to include the night before or night after day of silence, $9 for dinner when available. Information and registration: Dustin Nelson, 317-545-7681, ext. 101 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

November 29

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

November 30-December 2

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Contemplative Living, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

December 3

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Advent (an “FBI” program: Faith Building Institutions), join the sisters for evening prayer followed by dinner, presentation and discussion, 5-9 p.m., $40 includes dinner. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

December 8

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Come to the Manger, Benedictine Sister Julie Sewell presenting, 10:30 a.m.-noon, $35. Mass for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception will be offered at 9:30 a.m. at the Monastery.  Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

December 12

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 $30. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

December 13

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Hope: A Necessary Virtue, Benedictine Sister Angela Jarboe presenting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $25. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

December 18-21

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent Self-Guided Silent Days,  4:30 p.m. Sun. through 4 p.m. Thurs., $35 includes room for the day, continental breakfast, lunch and use of commons area, additional $28 extends stay to include the night before or night after day of silence, $9 for dinner when available. Information and registration: Dustin Nelson, 317-545-7681, ext. 101 or ww.archindy.org/fatima.

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