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The Coming Month

December 3-22

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Shop INN-Spired Christmas Sale, Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Dec. 3 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Dec. 10, 17 and 22 9 a.m.-noon; many items 25-75% off. Information: 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

December 5-January 6

St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Parish, 23455 Gaven Ln., Bright. Bright Lights: Christmas Light Drive-Thru Display, 6-10 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, free. Information 812-512-1941 or brightlightsdcc@gmail.com.

December 6

The Ritz Charles, 12156 N. Meridian St., Carmel, Ind. Right to Life of Indiana Christmas Gala, 6:30-8:30 p.m., CEO and founder of Babylon Bee Seth Dillon presenting, $100 individual, $1,000 table of 10. Information, registration: 317-413-9123 or irtl.org/GALA.

December 7

MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5:30 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.

December 8-10

Our Lady of the Greenwood Church, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. 40 Hours Devotion, 8 p.m. Thurs.-5:30 p.m. Sat., exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with talks by guest priests, free. Information: 317-888-2861.

December 10

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Teen Volunteering Opportunity, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., ages 12-18, assist retired Providence Sisters. Information, registration: TeenVolunteer.SistersofProvidence.org, jluna@spsmw.org or 361-500-9505.

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Christmas Fun at the Woods, 1:30-4:30 p.m., $7, ages 3 and younger free. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, cutt.ly/woodsfun22 or provctr@spsmw.org.

December 12

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Leave the Light On, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., sacrament of reconciliation offered all day, no appointment needed. Information: 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

December 13

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 at cutt.ly/Taize. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

December 14, 28

Group Lectio via Zoom, 7 p.m., second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, Benedictine Sister Jill Marie Reuber, facilitator, sponsored by Sisters of St. Benedict, Ferdinand, Ind. (Diocese of Evansville). Information: vocation@thedome.org.

December 15

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

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Director of Vatican’s Laudato Si’ Action Platform John A. Mundell presenting “Walking the Walk: Business, Catholicism, and the Environment,” 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. 13. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

December 17

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House Chapel, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Service of the Longest Night, 6 p.m. CT, prayer service for those grieving during the holidays, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presiding, refreshments provided, RSVP requested. Information: 800-987-7380 or info@abbeycaskets.com.

December 18

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center O’Shaughnessy Dining Hall, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Sunday Brunch with Santa, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., $19.50 adults, $18.50 ages 62 and older, $9.50 ages 5-11, ages 4 and younger free. Information: Events.SistersofProvidence.org or 630-776-0811.

December 19

Sr. Thea Bowman Black Catholic Women Monthly Prayer Gathering, via Zoom, third Monday of each month, sponsored by archdiocesan Black Catholic Ministry, 7 p.m. Join meeting: cutt.ly/SrTheaPrayer, meeting ID: 810 3567 0684 or dial-in at 301-715-8592. Information: Pearlette Springer, pspringer@archindy.org or 317-236-1474.

The Villages of Indiana online Foster Parenting Virtual Information Night, 6-8 p.m., for those interested in becoming a foster parent, free. Information, registration: 317-775-6500 or cutt.ly/villagesindyreg.

December 21

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

December 22

St. Joseph Church, 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.

2023

January 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, www.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 5:45 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 Rd. W., Sellersburg. First Friday Devotion, 11:45 a.m., litany, consecration to the Sacred Heart, Divine Mercy Chaplet followed by noon Mass. Information: 812-246-2512.

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General Announcements 

Philippine Simbang Gabi Mass novena will take place in nine Indianapolis area churches on Dec. 15-23

Nine Indianapolis area churches will take part in a series of nine Masses leading up to Christmas as part of Simbang Gabi, a traditional Philippine Advent devotion, from Dec. 15-23.

“Simbang Gabi” is Filipino for “night Mass.” Traditionally, the Masses take place in the nine evenings prior to Christmas, although early morning Masses are acceptable before the sun rises.

Simbang Gabi is hosted by the archdiocesan Philippine Ministry. A potluck dinner will follow each Mass at the parish where the Mass was held. All are welcome.

The Mass schedule is as follows:

• Dec. 15: 5:30 p.m. at St Luke the Evangelist Church, 7575 Holliday Dr., in Indianapolis.
• Dec. 16: 6 p.m. at St Simon the Apostle Church, 8155 Oaklandon Road, in Indianapolis.
• Dec. 17: 9 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 10655 Haverstick Road, in Carmel, Ind., (Lafayette Diocese).
• Dec. 18: 6 p.m. at St. Monica Church, 6131 N. Michigan Road, in Indianapolis.
• Dec. 19: 5:15 p.m. at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., in Indianapolis.
• Dec. 20: 5 p.m. at St. Lawrence Church, 6944 E. 46th St., in Indianapolis.
• Dec. 21: 6:30 p.m. at Holy Angels Church, 740 W. 28th St., in Indianapolis (Mass in Philippine Tagalog language).
• Dec. 22: 5:30 p.m. at St. Louis de Monfort Church, 1441 Hague Road, in Fishers, Ind., (Lafayette Diocese).
• Dec. 23: 6 p.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., in Indianapolis.

For more information email Maria Solito at mariasolito@yahoo.com.

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Retreats and Programs

December 3

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. O Come Let Us Adore Him: Advent Dinner and Concert, 6-8:30 p.m., dinner, performance by Francesca LaRosa, prayer, adoration, $50. Information, registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Advent Day of Reflection: “Bethlehem: House of Bread,” 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate Gabriel Cortes presenting, includes Mass, confessions available, adoration, free will offering. Information, registration: 812-825-4642 ext. 1.

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Faith and the Arts, 9 a.m.-noon, Indiana State University Professor Emeritus Dr. Arthur Feinsod presenting, $25 includes materials and refreshments provided, register by Nov. 29. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, jfrost@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.

December 5

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Emmanuel—God is With Us Advent Evening of Reflection, 6-9 p.m., Benedict Inn Spiritual Direction Internship director Bev Hansberry presenting, $45 includes dinner. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

December 6

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes private room for the day and lunch; spiritual direction available for additional $30, must be scheduled in advance. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

December 7

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Soul Collage: Imagining Our Inner life, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, Benedictine Sister Jeana Visel presenting, $55 includes talk and lunch. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, in person or via Zoom, 2-3:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

December 9

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. A Day of Quiet Renewal, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $20, $70 with spiritual direction. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

December 13, 14, 15, 16

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent Days of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $30 per night, dinner additional $10 per meal. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

December 16-18

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: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

January 9-13

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Winter Chant Workshop: Singing and Conducting Chant, Benedictine Brother John Glasenapp presenting, $750 single, $835 double, commuter $200. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

January 11

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

January 13-15

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Tobit Marriage Preparation Weekend, 7 p.m. Fri.-11:45 a.m. Sun., for engaged couples only, includes materials, meals, snacks, presentations and separate overnight accommodations, $298 per couple. Registration: cutt.ly/TOBITRetreat or 317-545-7681. Information on program: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 x. 106 or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.

January 14

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Faith and the Arts, 9 a.m.-noon, Indiana State University Professor Emeritus Dr. Arthur Feinsod presenting, $25 includes materials and refreshments provided. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, jfrost@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.

February 10-12

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Welcoming In-laws, Valentine retreat for married couples, Benedictine Father Nöel Mueller presenting, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

February 16

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

February 28-March 2

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Freedom Through Forgiveness, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 17-19

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Christian Hospitality: Welcoming One Another As Christ, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 19

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Mystics— A Journey of Discovery: St. Bridget of Sweden, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Providence Sister Paula Damiano presenting, $25 includes materials and refreshments provided. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.

March 24-26

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Welcoming In-laws, second Valentine Retreat for married couples, Benedictine Father Nöel Mueller presenting, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

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