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The Coming Month

May 19-May 28

RISE UP! Daily Easter Reflections, one- to two-minute video reflections led by Father Jonathan Meyer, pastor of All Saints Parish in Dearborn County, receive link via text or e-mail, text “Riseup” to 84576, free. Information: 812-576-4302, clairkeck.asp@gmail.com.

May-August

Marian University, 3200 Cold Spring Rd., Indianapolis. Summer Youth Camps, Innovation Through Engineering, Missionary Disciples Institute, theatre, Launch Your Future 21st Century Scholars, SYO Summer Music, athletic camps; age levels, final registration deadline June 12, fees vary. Information: 317-955-6102, camps@marian.edu, cutt.ly/mariancamps23.

May 25

Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, Benedictine Room, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigrant Services Volunteer Information Session, 10-11 a.m., refreshments provided. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CCRIS or Laura Sheehan, lsheehan@archindy.org.

May 27

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Faithful Citizens Rosary Walk, 10:45-11:45 a.m., meet in front of church. Information: holyrosary.prolife@gmail.com.

May 27, 28

Mary, Queen of Peace Church, 1005 W. Main St., Danville. Bruté Weekend, Sat. 5 p.m., Sun. 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m., Masses celebrated by Father Andrew Syberg, Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary vice rector, talks on how the seminary forms future priests. Information: Ellen Sanders, 317-236-1501, esanders@archindy.org.

May 28

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, Pump House Studio, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Bluegrass Jam, 5:30 p.m., free. Information: franciscansusa.org/bluegrass-jam.

May 29

Our Lady of Peace Cemetery and Mausoleum, 9001 Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. Memorial Day Mass, 11 a.m. Information: 317-574-8898, catholiccemeteries.cc.

Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Memorial Day Mass, noon. Information: 317-784-4439, catholiccemeteries.cc.

May 30

Virtual Come and See Retreat: Learn What it Means to be a Providence Associate, 7 p.m., sponsored by Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, free. Registration, information: PAComeandSee.SistersofProvidence.org.

May 30-June 1

Holiday Inn O’Hare, 5615 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, Ill. Catholic Writers Conference, for new or experienced writers of any genre, manuscript feedback, pitch sessions with Catholic publishers and literary agents, CWG members $100, nonmembers $140, includes boxed lunch on Wednesday, register by May 29. Information: cutt.ly/CWGconference.com, conferencechair@catholicwritersguild.com, 847-848-3799.

June 1-3

St. Simon the Apostle Parish, 8155 Oaklandon Rd., Indianapolis. Parish Festival, Thurs. 5-11 p.m., Fri. and Sat. 5 p.m.-midnight, rides, live music, food, beer garden, rides, games, kids’ zone, Vegas room (ages 21 and older), $10 food/drink ticket per person or per family required for admission. Information: chair@saintsimonfestival.com, 317-826-6000, saintsimonfestival.com.

St. Jude Parish, 5353 McFarland Rd., Indianapolis. Summer Festival, 5-11 p.m., children’s games, prizes, bands, food, Ferris Wheel, silent auction, bingo, Monte Carlo games, beer tent, Sat. evening live music with Josh Kaufman, free admission. Information: 317-786-4371.

June 2

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

Our Lady of the Greenwood Church, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. First Friday bilingual celebration of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Mass 6 p.m. followed by adoration until 9 p.m., sacrament of reconciliation available. Information: 317-750-7309, msross1@hotmail.com.

St. John Paul II Church, 2253 St. Joe Road W., Sellersburg. First Friday Devotion, 11:45 a.m., litany, consecration to the Sacred Heart, Divine Mercy Chaplet followed by noon Mass. Information: 812-246-2512.

June 2-3

St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish, 6000 W. 34th St., Indianapolis. International Festival, 5 p.m.-midnight, carnival rides, food, music, $5,000 raffle, beer garden, free admission, prices for food, drinks and rides vary. Information: parish@stgabrielindy.org, 317-291-7014.

June 3

St. John Paul II Church, 2253 St. Joe Road W., Sellersburg. First Saturday Devotion, 8 a.m., rosary, litany, consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, confessions 8:10-8:30 a.m. followed by 8:30 a.m. Mass. Information: 812-246-2512.

Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. Day of Discernment Retreat, 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m., sponsored by Our Lady of Greenwood Young Adult Ministry, geared for ages 18-39 but all are welcome, includes talks, discussion, Mass, adoration, confession, breakfast and lunch, $20. Information, registration: 217-220-5744, cutt.ly/OLGDoD23.

June 4

St. Paul Parish, 814 Jefferson St., Tell City. Parish Picnic, 11 a.m., eat-in or carry-out dinners, music, cash/quilt raffles, free admission. Information: 812-547-7994, stpaulch@psci.net.

June 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.

June 8-10

Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. Parish Festival, Thurs. 5-11 p.m., Fri. 5 p.m.-midnight, Sat. 2 p.m.-midnight, rides, games, Monte Carlo, BINGO, cake wheel, grand raffle, quilt raffle, children's games, jewelry auction, live music, beer tent, tacos, hamburgers, hot dogs, lemonade, snow cones, strawberries and ice cream, elephant ears, French fries, free admission Information: 317-888-2861, info@olgreenwood.org.

June 9-10

Virtual Catholic Homeschool Conference, Fri. 12:30-9 p.m., Sat. 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m., speakers include Greg and Lisa Popcak, Father Joseph Gill and Jennifer MacIntosh, $29.95. Information, registration: 410-620-3622, rwatkins@catholichomeschoolconference.com.  

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Italian Street Festival, 5-11 p.m., more than 25 Italian meats, pastas, salads, desserts, homemade spaghetti sauce, pizza, cannoli, cheesecake, Italian beer and wine, live music, dancing, rides, religious procession Sat. 6:45 p.m. before 7 p.m. Mass, free parking in Eli Lilly lots on East and New Jersey streets, free admission. Information: 317-636-4478, kfcpublicrelations@gmail.com, indyitalianfest.org.

June 10

St. Barnabas Parish, 8300 Rahke Rd., parking lot, Indianapolis. St. Vincent de Paul Stuff A Truck, 9-11 a.m., accepting clothing, household goods, linens, furniture, bicycles, helmets locks and backpacks. List of items most needed: cutt.ly/ItemsNeeded. Information: dsweeney@svdpindy.org.

June 11

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, Pump House Studio, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Bluegrass Jam, 5:30 p.m., free. Information: franciscansusa.org/bluegrass-jam.

June 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. Information: Taize.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952.

June 15

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

Registration deadline for Sept. 17-26 Pilgrimage to France, Portugal and Spain, sponsored by Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, spiritual director Msgr. Mark Svarczkopf, $4,499 per person double room occupancy, does not include lunches or driver/guide tips. Information, registration: 317-414-9063, vlsperka@gmail.com.

June 16

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, presenter TBA, 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 June 13. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

June 17

Griffin Bike Park, 10700 Bono Rd., Terre Haute. Quick Quack 5k Trail Run, 6:30-7:30 a.m. registration, 8 a.m. 5k race, benefitting Terre Haute Catholic Charities, chip timing, refreshments, register by June 11 for T-shirt; $30 individual, walk-ups welcome; $100 families of four to eight members, register by June 16. Information and registration: cutt.ly/QuickQuack.

June 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, 317-236-1474.

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General Announcements 

Mass and pitch-in honoring Africa Day will be held at St. Rita Parish in Indianapolis on June 4

A Mass and pitch-in in honor of Africa Day will be celebrated at St. Rita Parish, 1733 Dr. Andrew J. Brown Ave., in Indianapolis, at 2 p.m. on June 4.

Africa Day, officially celebrated on May 25, is the annual commemoration of the foundation of the Organization of African Unity in 1963.

The Mass will be celebrated in English and French, along with at least six African vernacular languages.

The Mass will be followed by a reception in the gym. All are invited to bring a favorite dish, dessert or drink to share with the community.

All are welcome to the Mass and meal.

For more information or to indicate what item you’ll bring for the pitch-in, contact Dabrice Bartet at 317-523-4193 or Pearlette Springer, archdiocesan coordinator of Black Catholic Ministry, at pspringer@archindy.org.

 

Join Msgr. Svarczkopf on pilgrimage to France, Portugal, Spain on Sept. 17-26

All are invited to join on a pilgrimage sponsored by Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish in Greenwood to visit Marian shrines and other holy sites in Portugal, Spain and France on Sept. 17-26. Retired Msgr. Mark Svarczkopf will serve as spiritual director on the pilgrimage.

Pilgrims will visit Marian shrines at Fatima, Portugal; Avila, Spain; and Lourdes, France. Stops also include Santarem, Portugal, site of a 13th-century eucharistic miracle; Lisbon, Portugal, birthplace of St. Anthony of Padua; Loyola, Spain, birthplace of St. Ignatius of Loyola; and more.

The $4,499 cost includes airfare from Indianapolis, double-room occupancy, daily breakfast and dinner, admission fees, air-conditioned motor coach, daily Mass and spiritual activities. Msgr. Svarczkopf will also be available for spiritual direction. A single room occupancy price is also available.

The deadline to register is June 15.

For more information, contact Val Bendel at 317-414-9063 or vlsperka@gmail.com, or Greg Bendel at 317-893-6547 or insulationfirestop@yahoo.com.

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Retreats and Programs

May 19-21

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Contemplative Christianity: God’s Call to Holiness, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius, Fri. 6:30 p.m.-Sun. 11 a.m., Franciscans of the Immaculate Father Ignatius Manfredonia facilitating, $241 per adult, includes meals and accommodations. Information, registration: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, or motheroftheredeemer.com.

May 20

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. “Laudato Si’ ” Spirituality: Challenges and Opportunities, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Carolyn Cromer facilitating, $30, $45 CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

May 25

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Peace and Nature Garden Walk, 7-8:30 p.m., Benedictine Sister Angela Jarboe presenting, free will contribution. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

June 3

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, register by May 31. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, jfrost@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.

June 5

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. The Chosen Season 3: Discussion and Dinner Series, 5:30-8:30 p.m., first of eight Monday sessions (June 12, 19, 26; July 10, 17, 31; Aug. 7), episode viewing and discussion, $16 per session or eight sessions for $115, includes dinner, popcorn and refreshments. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

June 7

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.

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.

June 8

Virtual Guided Meditation Retreat, 6:30-7:30 p.m., sponsored by Sister of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Providence Sister Corbin Hannah presenter, registration required, free. Information, registration: Events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

June 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, registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

June 10

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Wizard of Oz: Struggles in the Soul’s Journey to God, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind and Claire Sherman facilitating, $30, $45 with CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

June 9-11

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Unpacking the Vocation of Marriage through Scripture and Married Saints, married couples retreat, Angie and Josh Greulich presenting, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

June 12

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. The Chosen Season 3: Discussion and Dinner Series, 5:30-8:30 p.m., second of eight Monday sessions (June 19, 26; July 10, 17, 31; Aug. 7), episode viewing and discussion, $16 per, includes dinner, popcorn and refreshments. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

June 16

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

June 16-18

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. A St. Paul Sampler, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

June 18-24

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Monastic Retreat—Resiliency: The Benedictine Way, 6:30 p.m. Fri.-1 p.m. Sat., Benedictine Father Michael Peterson facilitating, $550 includes room and meals. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

June 19

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. The Chosen Season 3: Discussion and Dinner Series, 5:30-8:30 p.m., third of eight Monday sessions (June 26; July 10, 17, 31; Aug. 7), episode viewing and discussion, $16 per session, includes dinner, popcorn and refreshments. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

June 21

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. In Praise of Laughter, Joy and Awe: Day or Evening of Reflection, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. day program or 5:30-9 p.m. evening program, Professor Julie Gahimer presenting, $45 includes meal and program. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

June 23-25

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/TOBITIndy-062323 or 317-545-7681. Information on program: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 x. 106 or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.

June 26

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. The Chosen Season 3: Discussion and Dinner Series, 5:30-8:30 p.m., fourth of eight Monday sessions (July 10, 17, 31; Aug. 7), episode viewing and discussion, $16 per session, includes dinner, popcorn and refreshments. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

June 29

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Peace and Nature Garden Walk, 7-8:30 p.m., Benedictine Sister Angela Jarboe presenting, free will contribution. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

July 10

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. The Chosen Season 3: Discussion and Dinner Series, 5:30-8:30 p.m., fifth of eight Monday sessions (July 17, 31; Aug. 7), episode viewing and discussion, $16 per session, includes dinner, popcorn and refreshments. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

July 14-16

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. A Step 11 Retreat for Recovering Alcoholics and Alanons, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

July 17

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. The Chosen Season 3: Discussion and Dinner Series, 5:30-8:30 p.m., sixth of eight Monday sessions (July 31; Aug. 7), episode viewing and discussion, $16 per session, includes dinner, popcorn and refreshments. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

July 21-23

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.

July 22

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center Community Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. SoulCollage Workshop: Sacred Journey, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Providence Sister and certified SoulCollage facilitator Su-Hisn Huang presenting, $60 includes materials, snacks, lunch and refreshments, 12-person limit, register by July 15. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, jfrost@spsmw.org, spsmw.org/events.

July 31

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. The Chosen Season 3: Discussion and Dinner Series, 5:30-8:30 p.m., seventh of eight Monday sessions (Aug. 7), episode viewing and discussion, $16 per session, includes dinner, popcorn and refreshments. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

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