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The Coming Month
November 6
MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5:30-8:30 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.
Lumen Christi Catholic School, 580 Stevens St., Indianapolis. School Open Houses, elementary school 12:30-2:30 p.m., high school 6-7 p.m. Information: 317-632-3174, erosko@lumenchristischool.org.
November 7
Marian University, 3200 Cold Spring Rd. Indianapolis, Gold Mass Event for Scientists, 4 p.m. reception in Evans Center Atrium, 4:30 p.m. presentation in Evans Center Room 152, 5:30 p.m. Mass at St. Joseph Chapel, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) research associate Dr. Fernanda Psihas presenting, free admission, campus parking passes provided with reservation, RSVP requested by Nov. 5, sponsored by Society of Catholic Scientists. Information, registration: cnicholson@marian.edu, tinyurl.com/mariangoldmass24.
Virtual Prayer with the Sisters of Providence, 7-7:45 p.m., for single women ages 18-42, prayer and sharing on topic of trust. Information, registration: events.sistersofprovidence.org, 361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org.
November 9
St. Joseph Parish, 1401 S. Mickley Ave., Indianapolis. Altar Society Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., local vendors, bean soup, hot dogs, bake sale, vendor tables $10, tables with electricity $15, free admission. Information, vendor table reservations: 317-241-3841.
November 10
St. Monica Parish, 6131 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis. Mass in French / Messe en français, 5 p.m. / 18h, coordinated by ACFADI (Apostolat des Catholiques Francophones de l’ Archidiocèse d’ Indianapolis), second Sunday of each month / le deuxième dimanche de chaque mois. Information: acfadi2014@gmail.com, rvermett@iu.edu.
Marian University, Norman Center Room 222, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. People of Peace OFS Monthly Meeting, 12:30-3 p.m., explore Franciscan spirituality with lay Franciscans, free. Information: 317-762-6259, popofsindy@gmail.com.
November 11
Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, McGivney Hall, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. Confraternity of Christian Mothers, 6 p.m. Mass followed by meeting, for all Catholic women, free. Information: 217-638-7433, paulabeechler@gmail.com.
November 12
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.
November 15
Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Notre Dame Federal Credit Union chief partnership officer Robert Kloska presenting “Faith Through the Fight: My Journey with Cancer,” 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 Nov. 12. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.
Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish, Priori Hall, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. “Babies Survive Abortions” Lecture, 6 p.m. doors open, 6:30 p.m. lecture, CEO and founder of Abortion Survivors Network Melissa Ohden presenting, pizza and salad provided, freewill donations accepted. Information: pro-life@holyrosaryindy.org, holyrosaryindy.org/pro-life-ministry.
November 16
St. Agnes Parish, 1008 McLary Road, Nashville. Brotherhood in Christ: Building a Community of Disciples, 8 a.m. doors open,
9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., men’s ministry workshop sponsored by the archdiocesan Department of Pastoral Ministries, keynote speaker Benedictine Father Denis Robinson, president-rector of St. Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, Mass with Archbishop Charles C. Thompson, lunch included, $12, scholarships available. Information registration: tinyurl.com/brotherhoodindy24, 317-235-5804, thosty@archindy.org.
November 17
Our Lady of Grace Monastery, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Celebration of Light, 7-8 p.m., prayer service in honor of deceased sisters, family members and friends, $25 requested donation for luminaries (or up to $100 for 10 people), luminaries must be ordered by Nov. 1. Information, luminary donations: 317-787-3287, olgmdevelopment@benedictine.com, tinyurl.com/olgraceluminaries24.
November 19
St. Joan of Arc Parish, 4217 Central Ave., Indianapolis. Remembrance Mass in Memory of All Children Lost Too Soon, 5:30 p.m., organized by St. Joan of Arc Respect life. Information: emfrey96@gmail.com, 317-283-5508.
November 20
Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-784-4439, catholiccemeteries.cc.
Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence, Providence Hall Dining Room, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Memory Café, 2-3:30 p.m., third Wednesday of each month, for people with early-to-moderate memory loss and their caregivers, beverages and snacks provided, free. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2873, memorycafe@spsmw.org.
November 21
Our Lady of Peace Cemetery and Mausoleum, 9001 Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-574-8898, catholiccemeteries.cc.
November 23
Knights of Columbus Fatima Council, 1040 N. Post Road, Indianapolis. Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., benefitting God’s Embrace Coffee Shop which employs people with disabilities, local craft vendors, visit from Santa and the elves, kids’ Christmas craft station, bring an unwrapped toy for Toys4Tots and receive a free hot chocolate or apple cider, raffle tickets $1 or six for $5, free admission. Information: 317-402-1930.
November 24
SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Filipino Mass, 2-3 p.m., every fourth Sunday of the month, free. Information: mariasolito@gmail.com.
November 28
St. Louis de Montfort Parish, Craig Willy Hall, 11441 Hauge Road, Fishers, Ind. (Lafayette Diocese). Thanksgiving Dinner, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., dine-in or take-out, includes turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, rolls and dessert, free. Information: 317-517-4256.
December 1
St. Matthew Parish, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent Evening of Music and Reflection, 6 p.m., featuring choir, handbell choir and other instrumentalists, free. Information: 317-257-4297, bulletin@saintmatt.org.
December 4
MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5:30-8:30 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.
Marian University Marian Hall Theatre, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. Free Advent Concert, 6:30-8 p.m., featuring Catholic composer John Angotti, contemporary renditions of traditional Advent and Christmas carols, light refreshments to follow, penance service following from 8-9 p.m. Information: jgarcia@marian.edu.
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General Announcements
St. Louis de Montfort to host free Thanksgiving Day dinner on Nov. 28
A free dine-in or take-out Thanksgiving dinner with turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, rolls and des sert will be offered in Craig Willy Hall at St. Louis de Montfort Parish, 11441 Hague Road, in Fishers, Ind. (Lafayette Diocese), from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Nov. 28. All are welcome.
For more information, call
317-517-4256.
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Retreats and Programs
November 1-3
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Integrating Catholic Faith and Patient Care in Today’s World, Benedictine Father Simon Herrmann and pediatric oncology Dr. David Freyer presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
November 2
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Photography Basics: Camera Composition and Technique, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, professional photographer Krista Hall presenting, $55. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
November 6
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, 2-3:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
November 8-10
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Spiritual Poverty and the “Magisterium of Frailty,” Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
November 15
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. A Day of Quiet Renewal, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $20, $80 with spiritual direction. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
November 15-17
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Passion Narrative of Mark’s Gospel, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Christ Centered Counsel for Everyday Difficulties, 5 p.m. Fri.-10 a.m. Sun., Friars of the Immaculate Father Terrance M. Chartier facilitating, $241 for single, $302.90 double, $369.08 triple, $433.12 quadruple, includes four meals and room for two nights, commuters $50.70 includes lunch and dinner on Sat. Information, registration: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, motheroftheredeemer.com.
November 16
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Stories from the Rez, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Franciscan Sisters Marya Grathwohl and Mary Ann Stoffregen presenting $30, $45 with CEUs. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
November 17
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talks— Franciscan Spirituality: Alive Today, 10:45 a.m.-noon, Franciscan Father Frank Jasper presenting, online option available, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
November 18
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $45, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $32, dinner additional $11. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
November 22-24
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Being & Belonging” Retreat for Separated and Divorced Catholics, 6 p.m. Fri.-1:30 p.m. Sun., Father James Farrell with team, $210 includes program, meals, snacks, two overnight stays in private room with shared bathroom, Mass on Sunday. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
November 23
Mystics and Fellowship virtual program, 9-10:30 a.m., sponsored by Sisters of Providence, first of four independent sessions, register by Nov. 20, $25 per session. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.
November 29-December 1
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Young Adult Retreat, 5 p.m. Fri. (vespers)-1 p.m. Sun. (lunch), for young adults ages 18-39, quiet day of reflection with spiritual direction available, includes overnight accommodations and meals, $50 single room. Registration: 812-357-6501, yae@saintmeinrad.edu.
December 4
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, 2-3:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
December 7
Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. “The Word was made flesh and dwelt in Mary,” 9 a.m.-noon., Franciscan Friar Matthias Sasko facilitating, free, bring lunch or sack lunch available for $5. Information, sack lunch purchase: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, motheroftheredeemer.com.
December 13-15
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: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
December 17, 18, 19
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent Days of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $45 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $32 per night, dinner additional $11 per meal. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
December 20
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. A Day of Quiet Renewal, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $20, $80 with spiritual direction. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
December 21
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Advent Mindfulness Retreat: Cultivating Peace Within, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, $30, $45 with CEUs. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
December 22
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talks— Divine Presence: Mary's Journey, 10:45 a.m.-noon, Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, online option available, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
December 27-29
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Young Adult Retreat, 5 p.m. Fri. (vespers)-1 p.m. Sun. (lunch), for young adults ages 18-39, quiet day of reflection with spiritual direction available, includes overnight accommodations and meals, $50 single room. Registration: 812-357-6501, yae@saintmeinrad.edu.
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