December 20, 2019

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December 20

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 1752 Scheller Lane, New Albany. The Longest Night: A Mass of Consolation, an evening of prayer, ritual, word and Scripture for those who mourn and struggle during the Christmas season, 7 p.m. Information: Tom Yost, 812-945-2374, tyost@olphna.org.

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, vice chairman of Pacers Sports and Entertainment Jim Morris presenting, Mass 7 a.m., buffet breakfast and program following, $15 members, $21 non-members. Register by noon on Dec. 19. Information and registration: www.catholicbusinessexchange.org.

December 21

St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. Helpers of God’s Precious Infants, Indianapolis. Third Saturday of the month, Mass at 8:30 a.m. followed by Divine Mercy Chaplet and rosary at the Clinic for Women abortion center, 3607 W. 16th St., concluding between 10:30-10:45 a.m., with continued prayer at the church for those who wish to remain. Information: peggygeis@att.net.

Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 5333 E. Washington St., Indianapolis. Vox Sacra Advent and Christmas Concert, featuring the archdiocese’s schola cantorum joined by the archdiocesan youth choir, 7 p.m., free, open to the public. Information: 317-236-1483, 1-800-382-9836, ext. 1483, ctuley@archindy.org, www.voxsacra.com.

December 24

Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods.

Festival of Lessons and Carols, Scripture readings, prayer, singing of carols and candle lighting, 7-8 p.m., all faith traditions welcome. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

January 3

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

January 4

All Saint Parish, St. John the Baptist Campus Hall, 25743 State Route 1, Guilford. Growing the Faith: Finding Time for God, Stacey Sumereau presenting, Mass and catered meal, 6-9 p.m., freewill offerings accepted, registration requested by Jan. 2 online at bit.ly/2DdCxp6 (case sensitive) or by calling parish office: 812-576-4302.

John Paul II Parish, St. Paul Chapel, 216 Schellers Ave., Sellersburg. First Saturday Marian Devotion, 8 a.m. rosary, meditation, prayer; 8:30 a.m. Mass with confessions prior. Information: 812-246-3522.

January 8

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

January 11

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Teen Volunteer Opportunity, ages 12-18, sharing time and talent with retired Providence sisters, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (first of several teen volunteer opportunities through April 2020). Registration and parent/guardian waver: www.spsmw.org/event/teen-volunteer-opportunity/all Information: Providence Sister Joni Luna, 361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org.

January 12

Sisters of St. Benedict Ferdinand, Evansville House, 2529 E. Walnut St., Evansville (Evansville Diocese), Sundaes with the Sisters. receive input on discernment, visit and meet with the sisters, noon-2 p.m. CT. Information: vocations@thedome.org, 812-367-1411.

January 14

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

January 16

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.

January 18

St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. Ethiopian and Eritrean Christmas Mass celebrated in the Ge’ez Rite, Father Eyassu Debessay from the Ethiopian Catholic Eparchy of Adigrat celebrating, 10 a.m. with reception to follow. Information: Samson Gebray, akbe_g@yahoo.com, 317-869-5230.

January 26

St. Matthew School, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Open House for Prospective Families, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Information or to request a packet: 317-251-3997, dsmock@saintmatt.org.

February 1

February 5

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.

February 7

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

February 9

Sisters of St. Benedict Ferdinand, Louisville House, 512 Breckenridge Lane, Louisville (Louisville Archdiocese). Sundaes with the Sisters, receive input on discernment, visit and meet with the sisters, 1-3 p.m. Information: vocations@thedome.org, 812-367-1411.

February 11

February 14-17

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Used Book Sale sponsored by Linden Leaf Gifts, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., books not pre-priced but donations accepted. Information: Ryan Sheehy, 866-996-2947m rsheehy@spsmw.org.

February 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.

February 22

East Central High School Performing Arts Center, 1 Trojan Road A, St. Leon. E6 Catholic Men’s Conference: Putting on the Armor of God, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., speakers, adoration, confession, Mass, ages 26 and older $40 for pre-registration or $55 for walk-in, ages 16-25 $25 for pre-registration or $30 for walk-in, clergy and religious free, includes lunch and materials, free parking. Information and registration: www.e6catholicmensconference.com.

March 4

March 6

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

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General Announcements

Sisters of Providence to host dementia caregiver support group on Jan. 8

“Dementia: Approach is Everything” is the theme of a caregiver support group hosted by the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods in Havlic Center of Providence Hall, 1 Sisters of Providence, in St. Mary-of-the-Woods, from 6-8 p.m. on Jan. 8.

Dementia is overwhelming not only for those experiencing it, but also for their caregivers and families. Caregivers will have the opportunity to share their stories, ask questions and receive support from others traveling a similar journey.

The session will be facilitated by the Sisters’ clinical care coordinator Elizabeth Collins, BSN, MA.

The cost to attend is $15.

Registration is requested by Jan. 6 online at www.spsmw.org/event.

For additional information, contact Elizabeth Collins at 812-535-2870 or e-mail ecollins@spsmw.org.

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Retreats and Programs

January 8

Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Dementia: Approach is Everything, Elizabeth Collins presenting, 6-8 p.m., $15, register by Jan. 6. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

January 8, January 9

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art to Lift your Spirit!, Wed., 9:30 a.m. or Thurs., 6:30 p.m., Providence Sister Rosemary Schmalz presenting, $30 membership fee to join group, $5 per session after. Contact Jeanne Frost, 812-535-2952 to request a brochure. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

January 10

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Painting with the Padre, paint with Franciscan Father Vince Peterson, 6:30-9 p.m., $40 includes all painting supplies and assorted cheeses, bring your own beverage. Information and registration: www.mountsaintfrancis.org/event-tickets, 812-923-8817.

January 11

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Coffee with the Mystics, Providence Sister Jan Craven presenting, 10 a.m.-noon, $10, register by Jan 10. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

January 13

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 per day, includes breakfast and lunch, room to use throughout the day, access to common areas and grounds. Depending on availability, overnight stay costs additional $28, $9 cold plate dinner when available. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

January 14

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Coffee with the Mystics, Providence Sister Jan Craven presenting, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $10, register by Jan. 11. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

January 16

Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Memory Café, 2-4 p.m., third Thursday of the month, for those living with moderate dementia, caregivers and friends, Katie Harish presenting, freewill offering. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

January 17-19

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. “The Necessity for Exorcists” Weekend Retreat, led by archdiocesan exorcist Father Vincent Lampert, Fri. 5 p.m.- Sun. noon, $50 includes lunch and dinner on Saturday, overnight accommodations and breakfasts available for additional cost. Information and registration: www.motheroftheredeemer.com/retreats, 812- 825-4642, ext. 1, motheroftheredeemerfarm@gmail.com.

February 4, 11 and 18

Providence Hall, Large Parlor, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. God at the Coffee House, for ages 19-39, Providence Sister Jan Craven presenting, 7-9 p.m., free, coffee and snacks provided. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

February 5, February 6

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint

Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art to Lift your Spirit!, choose between 9:30 a.m. first Wed. of the month or 6:30 p.m. first Thurs. of the month, Providence Sister Rosemary Schmalz presenting, $30 membership fee to join group, $5 per session after. Contact Jeanne Frost, 812-535-2952 to request a brochure. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

February 9

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint

Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Sundays at the Woods: Tea Tasting, taste tea and learn about the art of brewing, Providence Sisters Jan Craven and Paula Damiano presenting, $10 includes tea and crumpets, register by Feb. 4. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

February 14-16

Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Together in Christ, for married couples, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

February 17

February 20

March 5, March 6

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art to Lift your Spirit!, choose between 9:30 a.m. first Wed. of the month or 6:30 p.m. first Thurs. of the month, Providence Sister Rosemary Schmalz presenting, $30 membership fee to join group, $5 per session after. Contact Jeanne Frost, 812-535-2952 to request a brochure. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

March 9

March 13-15

March 17-19

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

March 19

March 21

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Coffee with the Mystics, Providence Sister Jan Craven presenting, 10 a.m.-noon, $10, register by March 18. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

March 24

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Coffee with the Mystics, Providence Sister Jan Craven presenting, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $10, register by March 21. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

March 27-29

Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. “Living Monastic Values in Everyday Life,” Benedictine Brother Martin Erspamer presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

April 3-5

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

April 16

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