October 12, 2018

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The Coming Month

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.

St. Matthew the Apostle Parish Gymnasium, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Women’s Club Fall Craft Fair, benefiting St. Matthew School classrooms, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., $5 admission. Information: 317-257-4297, kathyrpsgt@yahoo.com.

Rural King, 860 S. US 31, Greenwood. Recitation of the Rosary, sponsored by America Needs Fatima, noon. Information: Lynne Benson, 317-224-6820.

October 14

SS. Francis and Clare of Assisi Church, 5901 W. Olive Branch Road, Greenwood. Mass for those Affected by Mental Illness, Vicar General Msgr. William Stumpf presiding, for individuals, family, friends and health care providers, sponsored by the archdiocesan Secretariat for Pastoral Ministries and the Office of Catechesis, 2 p.m., followed by light reception. Information: Keri Carroll, kcarroll@archindy.org, 317-236-1521.

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.

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish, St. Thomas Aquinas Room, 14598 Oak Ridge Road, Carmel (Lafayette Diocese.) “Ethics on the Edges of Life,” palliative care specialist Dr. Natalie Rodden presenting after 9:30 a.m. Mass, no cost, attendees will receive a free copy of A Catholic Guide to Health Care Directives. Information: 317-430-3448, diane.conover@sbclobal.net.

October 15-17

St. Louis Church, 13 St. Louis Pl., Batesville. Presentations on Divine Mercy by Mother of Mercy Messengers. Oct. 15: “The Spark from Poland Ignites the World: The Life and Mission of St. Faustina” 6:45 p.m. followed by holy hour and confession. Oct. 16: “The Spark from Poland Ignites Young Hearts” for students, 9-10 a.m. grades K-4, 10:15-11:15 a.m. grades 5-8; “Divine Mercy for America” after 6 p.m. Mass, followed by holy hour and confession. Oct. 17: “The Spark from Poland Ignites Young Hearts and Families” for families 6:30-7:45 p.m. All are welcome to each event, no cost. Information: parish office 812-934-3204, or religioused@stlouisschool.org.

October 17

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

October 18

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.

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

Knights of Columbus Hall, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, associate justice of the Indiana Supreme Court Mark Massa presenting, Mass 7 a.m., buffet breakfast and program following, $15 members, $21 non-members. Register by noon on Oct. 18. Information and registration: www.catholicbusinessexchange.org.

October 19-20

St. Joseph Church, 312 E. High St., Corydon. Presentations on Divine Mercy by Mother of Mercy Messengers. Oct. 19: “The Spark from Poland Ignites Young Hearts” 7-9 p.m., free, no registration. Oct. 20: “Divine Mercy for America Day of Retreat” 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., $15 includes refreshments and light lunch, register by Oct. 17. All are welcome to both events. Information and registration: Mary Olges, 812-225-5306, molges3@gmail.com, or Mary Hall, 812-267-0202.

The Thomas Merton Center, Bellarmine University, 2001 Newburg Road, Louisville, Ky. “Awakening the Creative Spirit: Inspired by Thomas Merton” Conference, commemorating the 50th anniversary of Merton’s death, $55 through Sept. 10, $75 after, includes refreshments, lunch, wine and cheese farewell reception. Registration, agenda, workshop and speaker list: www.merton.org/awakening. Information: Ellyn Crutcher, ellyncrutcher@aol.com.

October 20

St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 4773 E. Morris Church St., Morris. Family Fun Night, benefiting the ministry of St. Anthony of Padua Parish and St. Louis Parish (Batesville) in Gandou, Haiti, 5-9 p.m., silent auction on hand-crafted items, gift certificates, sporting and amusement park tickets, free will soup and salad dinners, children’s games, snacks. Information: Erica, 812-614-1748, www.gandouministry.com.

Holy Name of Jesus Parish, 21 N. 16th St., Beech Grove. Altar Society Fall Rummage Sale, linens, clothing, electronics, dishes, jewelry and more, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., free. Information: 317-784-6860, p108cmaster@sbcglobal.net.

Riviera Club, 5640 N. Illinois St., Indianapolis. Ladies’ Holiday Boutique benefiting St. Vincent de Paul Society, 40 vendors including clothing, décor, jewelry, cosmetics, fine art and more, free with donation of non-perishable food item or personal hygiene product for SVdP food pantry, lunch and cash bar available, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Indiana Blood Mobile on site 10 a.m.-2 p.m., sign up at www.donorpoint.org, enter sponsor code E385. Boutique information: Paula Light, paula.light@att.net. Indiana Blood Center: 317-916-5150.

St. Charles Borromeo Parish, 213 W. Ripley St., Milan. Harvest Dinner and Fundraiser, roast pork dinners with sides and dessert, country store, raffle, quilts, half-hogs, quarter-beef, cash prizes, 4-7 p.m., $10 adults, $5 ages 5-12, 4 and younger free, Mass 5 p.m. Information: 812-654-7051, st.charleschurch@yahoo.com.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Praying with the Seasons: Autumn Blessings, Sister of Charity Marty Dermody presenting, 10 a.m.-noon, $15. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

October 21

Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 5333 E. Washington St., Indianapolis. Spooky Music Organ Concert and Musical Performances, 6 p.m., featuring internationally known musicians, free will offering or non-perishable food donation suggested. Information: 317-356-7291, www.irvingtonhalloween.com/spooky-organ-concert.

St. Isidore the Farmer Parish, 6501 St. Isidore Road, Bristow. Shooting Match/Festival, 10:30 a.m. CT, food, raffle, bingo, children’s games. Information: 812-843-5713.

Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Sundays at the Woods: Fall Architectural Tour, meet outside the Church of the Immaculate Conception, 2-4 p.m., free will offering. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

St. Louis Parish, 17 E. St. Louis Place, Batesville. Super Sunday Bingo, games, door prizes, cash raffle, pull tabs, fried chicken and pulled pork meals, $15,000 total payout, $45 bingo package, 11 a.m. doors open, 1 p.m. early bird, 3:30 p.m. bingo, special accommodations for buses and groups of 40 or more. Reservations: www.stlbingo.org. Information: 812-932-4646, stlouisbingo@gmail.com.

October 21-22

St. John Paul II Parish and School, Sellersburg. Presentations on Divine Mercy by Mother of Mercy Messengers. Oct. 21, St. Paul Church, 218 Schellers Ave.: “The Spark from Poland Ignites Young Hearts” 6-7 p.m., holy hour and confessions 7-8 p.m. Oct. 22, St. John Paul II School, 105 St. Paul St., “The Spark from Poland Ignites Young Hearts,” 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. grades 6-8, 12:30-1:15 p.m. grades 1-5. All are welcome to both events, no charge. Information: Phyllis Burkholder at 812-246-2252.

October 22

Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Foundation Day Mass, 11 a.m. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/events.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Serra Club Dinner Meeting, Focus Missionaries Craig Novak and Zoe Houle presenting, 5:45 p.m. rosary followed by dinner, $15, guests free. Information: 317-748-1478 or smclaughlin@holyspirit.cc.

October 23

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 14598 Oak Ridge Road, Carmel (Lafayette Diocese.) “The Shephard Who Didn’t Run: Walking with Blessed Stanley Rother,” Father Donald Wolf presenting, 7 p.m., no cost, attendees will receive a blessed medal of Blessed Stanley Rother. For more information, call 317-430-3448 or email diane.conover@sbclobal.net.

Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. “Fatal Flaws: Legalizing Physician Assisted Suicide,” viewing and panel discussion, sponsored by archdiocesan Office of Human Life and Dignity and by Respect Life committees of St. John the Evangelist and Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary parishes in Indianapolis, doors open 5:30 p.m., simple dinner served, film viewing 6-8:30 p.m., panel discussion after with Father C. Ryan McCarthy, Indiana Catholic Conference director Glenn Tebbe, Catholic hospice/palliative care physician Dr. Rafael Rosario and a hospice/palliative care nurse. Free will offering. Register by Oct. 18: www.fatalflawsindy.eventbrite.com. Information: 317-236-1543, beichhorn@archindy.org .

October 24

Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. “Marriage Nullity Process: What the Catholic Church Teaches” Informational Session, hosted by the archdiocesan Office of Marriage and Family Life, judicial vicar Father Joseph Newton presenting, 6:30-9 p.m., free, reservations not required. Information: Deb VanVelse, 317-236-1586, dvanvelse@archindy.org.

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.

St. Susanna Parish Center East, 1210 E. Main St., Plainfield. Respect Life Ministry Speaker, president of the Howard County Right to Life David Bangs presenting, 6:30 p.m. light refreshments, 7-8 p.m. speaker. Information: 317-839-3333.

October 25-26

Holy Spirit Church, 7243 E. 10th St., Indianapolis. Mother of Mercy Messengers presenting “The Spark from Poland Ignites the World: The Life and Mission of Saint Faustina Kowalska.” Oct. 25, 6:30 p.m.; Oct. 26, 9:10 a.m. grades K-5, 10:30 a.m. grades 6-8. Free, all are welcome to both events. Information: 317-353-9404.

October 26

A Caring Place, 4609 N. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis. Colts Ticket Package Raffle, sponsored by Catholic Charities Indianapolis, includes two Dec. 23 tickets Colts vs. New York Giants, Lucas Oil Stadium, $200 St. Elmo gift card, overnight accommodations and breakfast at JW Marriott, Indianapolis, 3:30 p.m. drawing, $50 per ticket, 500 sold. Tickets and additional information: www.archindy.org/cc/indianapolis/caringplace, Amy Sczesny, 317-466-0015.

October 27

St. Bartholomew Church, 1306 27th St., Columbus. 13th Annual Concert Series, Timeless: Songs for the Heart and Soul, featuring bass-baritone Everett Greene and Jazz Combo, 7 p.m., free will offering. Complete list of all concerts: www.saintbartholomew.org, Music Ministry or bminut@stbparish.net.

November 2

Our Lady of Peace Cemetery and Mausoleum, 9001 Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. All Souls Day Mass, noon. Information: 317-574-8898 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.

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 Sean Danda presiding, optional tour of center to follow. Information: 317-829-6800, www.womenscarecenter.org.

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

November 2-3

Little Sisters of the Poor Home, 2345 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. St. Augustine Guild Christmas Bazaar, Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., kitchen and home items, garden and nature center, baked goods, holiday décor and gifts, painted children’s furniture, dolls. Information: Colleen Yeadon, 317-514-8122, cayeadon@gmail.com.

St. Agnes Parish, 1008 McLary Road, Nashville. Christmas Bazaar, Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Christmas gifts and décor, crafts, cookies by the pound, baked goods, coffee, tea, vendors, quilt raffle, free admission and parking, elevator accessible. Information: www.stagneschurchnashville.org., stagnesnashville@gmail.com, 812-988-2778.

November 3

St. Roch Parish, 3603 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Women’s Club Craft Bazaar, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $1 admission or to can goods for the David Moore Food Pantry. Information: 317-784-9144.

St. Bartholomew School, 1306 27th St., Columbus. All Class Alumni Reunion, for St. Bartholomew, and the former St. Columba and All Saints Schools, tours, appetizers, cash bar, 6-8 p.m., free. Information: 812-379-9353, marketing@stbirish.net.

St. Malachy School Gymnasium, 7410 N. 1000 E., Indianapolis. Altar Society Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 50 vendors including gift baskets, Holy Land olive wood, clothing, decorations, food and drinks, free admission. Information: 317-852-3195. altarsociety@stmalachy.org.

St. Andrew the Apostle Parish, 4052 E. 38th St., Indianapolis. 15th Annual St. Martin de Porres Mass and Fiesta, sponsored by Black Catholic and Hispanic ministries, 6 p.m. Mass, reception following, bring a dish to share, free, all are welcome. Information: Pearlette Springer, 317-236-1474 or pspringer@archindy.org, or Saul Llasca, 317-236-7312 or sllacsa@archindy.org.

Holy Cross and St. Joseph Cemeteries, 2446 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Indulgence Walk, prayerful tour of historic cemeteries led by Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish pastor Father C. Ryan McCarthy, presented by Knights of Columbus Santo Rosario Council 14449 and the Catholic Cemeteries Association, depart from Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 520 Stevens St., after 10 a.m. Mass or meet at cemetery gate at Meridian St. and Pleasant Run Parkway at 11 a.m., tour ends 12:15 p.m., plenary indulgence for poor souls possible with completion of other conditions. Information: 317-636-4478.

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. Paul Catholic Center, 1413 E. 17th St., Bloomington. “My Heart Near to Your Heart,” Corrections Ministry Conference, for clergy, lay volunteers and those discerning involvement in corrections ministry, hosted by the archdiocesan Corrections Ministry, 8:30 a.m. registration, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. program, welcome and morning prayer by Archbishop Charles C. Thompson, presented by Father David Link, author and former dean of University of Notre Dame Law School, free will offering, register by Oct. 22. Registration and agenda: www.archindy.org/corrections. Information: Lynne Weisenbach, lweisenbach@archindy.org.

St. Elizabeth Coleman Pregnancy and Adoption Services, 2500 Churchman Ave., Beech Grove. Adoption Awareness Fall Festival, family-friendly activities, free admission, food and drink available for small fee, 3-6 p.m. Information: www.givingbirthtohope.org, 317-787-3412.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Discerning Important Choices in Life, Franciscan Sister Janet Born presenting, 10 a.m.-noon, $15. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

November 4

St. Matthew the Apostle Church, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. 60th Anniversary Mass, Archbishop Charles C. Thompson celebrating, 11:30 a.m., reception to follow in school gymnasium. Information: 317-257-4297, ltansy@saintmatt.org.

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Meaningful Matinees, viewing of movie “Unconditional” followed by informal discussion, Benedictine Sister Carol Faulkner and Patty Moore moderating, 2-5 p.m., free will donation. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

November 5

Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Pilgrimage to the Basilica of St. Francis Xavier (Old Cathedral) in Vincennes, led by archdiocesan vicar judicial Father Joseph Newton and archdiocesan archivist Julie Motyka, Mass, tour of cathedral museum, library and cemetery, depart at 7:30 a.m., return around 5:30 p.m., $69 includes deluxe motor coach, bag breakfast, lunch, all fees and gratuities. Register by Oct. 22 at www.archindy.org/pilgrimage. Information: Rita Maguire, 317-236-1428. rmaguire@archindy.org.

November 6

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.

November 7

Lumen Christi School, 580 Stevens St., Indianapolis. High School Open House, for perspective families, 6-8 p.m. Information: 317-632-3174, erosko@lumenchristischool.org.

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.

Bose McKinney & Evans LLP, 111 Monument Circle, Suite 2700, Indianapolis. Catholic Community Foundation Professional Advisors Seminar, law professor Chris Hoyt presenting on retirement assets for marriage, income tax savings with charitable bequests and new rules for donor advised funds, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., free, CLE and CPE credits available. Registration: www.archindy.org/ccf/profdevelopment. Information: 800-382-9836, ext. 1482, 317-236-1482, ccf@archindy.org.

November 8

St. Matthew the Apostle School, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Fall Open House for Perspective Families, 6-8 p.m. Information: 317-251-3997, rsobolewski@saintmatt.org.

Lumen Christi School, 580 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Open House for PreK-Grade 8, for perspective families, noon-1:30 p.m. Information: 317-632-3174, erosko@lumenchristischool.org.

St. Mary-of-the-Knobs Parish, Assumption Hall, 5719 Saint Mary’s Road, Floyds Knobs. Catholic Community Foundation Professional Advisors Seminar, law professor Chris Hoyt presenting on retirement assets for marriage, income tax savings with charitable bequests and new rules for donor advised funds, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., free, CLE and CPE available. Registration: www.archindy.org/ccf/profdevelopment. Information: 800-382-9836, ext. 1482, 317-236-1482, ccf@archindy.org.

November 9

Immaculate Heart of Mary School, 317 E. 57th St., Indianapolis. K-8 Open House, for parents of prospective students, 1-2:30 p.m., private tours available. Information: Elise O’Brien, 317-255-5468, eliseobrien@ihmindy.org.

November 10

St. Bartholomew Parish, 1306 27th St., Columbus. Friends of Haiti Polidor 5K Run/Walk, sponsored by the Friends of Haiti benefiting literacy efforts in Limonade, Haiti, check-in begins at 6:30 a.m. with a 9 a.m. start, early bird registration through Oct. 27, $25 includes t-shirt, $20 (no t-shirt), Oct. 28 and after $25 (no t-shirt), creole rice and bean lunch and Haitian dancing to follow race. Information, registration, course map: www.indianatiming.com/. Questions: Barbara Salee, saleeb9287@att.net, 812-378-0697

Indiana Convention Center, 100 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis. Indiana Catholic Men’s Conference: “Walking with Christ and the Cross,” nationally known Catholic speakers, ages 14 and older, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., prices vary, group rates available, register by Nov. 9. Speaker bios, conference schedule and registration: www.indianacatholicmen.com. Information: 317-888-0873, mcfoxindy@gmail.com.

Huber’s Orchard and Winery, 19816 Huber Road, Borden. St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities Dinner and Reverse Raffle, $25 dinner, 6:30 p.m. Information: 812-949-7305, info@stecharities.org.

Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Providence Associates Commitment Ceremony, 1:30 p.m. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

November 11

Immaculate Heart of Mary School, 317 E. 57th St., Indianapolis. K-8 Open House, for parents of prospective students, 10:30 a.m.-noon, private tours available. Information: Elise O’Brien, 317-255-5468, eliseobrien@ihmindy.org.

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.

November 13

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., 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.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Lunch & Learn: Victims of Sex Trafficking, learn how to recognize advertising, signs of victims and how this crime can be dealt with locally and nationally, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Information and registration: 812-933-6437 or www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

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General Announcements

Gabriel Project needs volunteer nurses, ultrasound trainer, RV driver

Great Lakes Gabriel Project, which operates a mobile RV ultrasound unit driven to abortion centers in Indianapolis to offer free ultrasounds for women considering abortion, is in need of volunteer nurses and an additional driver for the RV, and a person to train the nurses how to operate the ultrasound machine.

Nurses would commit to staying with the RV and its driver for about four hours near one of three abortion facilities in Indianapolis. Any woman considering changing her mind will be taken to the RV by a sidewalk counselor, where nurses will provide more information and offer a free ultrasound to help the mother choose life for her baby.

The RV currently goes out Monday-Friday, although a driver is also being sought for Saturday. The four hours near the abortion center usually occur in the morning or early afternoon.

A trainer is also needed to train new volunteers on how to operate the ultrasound machine on the RV.

Finally, a volunteer is needed to drive the RV on Saturdays to serve in front of an abortion center near Speedway for four hours.

For more information or to volunteer, contact Linda Kile at 317-213-4778, or linda@goangels.org.

Indulgence possible through tour of Catholic cemetery in Indy on Nov. 3

A walk and prayerful tour of historic Holy Cross and St. Joseph and Calvary Cemeteries, 435 S. Meridian St., in Indianapolis, is planned for 11 a.m. on Nov. 3. The tour will end at 12:15 p.m.

Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Santo Rosario Council 14449 and the Catholic Cemeteries Association, the tour will be led by Father C. Ryan McCarthy, pastor of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish in Indianapolis.

The group will depart from Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 520 Stevens St., after the 10 a.m. Mass and meet at the cemetery gate on S. Meridian Street near W. Pleasant Run Parkway N. Drive.

By visiting a cemetery and praying for the deceased between Nov. 1-8, a plenary indulgence (remission of punishment for sins already forgiven) for souls in purgatory is possible with completion of other conditions: visit a church on the Feast of All Souls (Nov. 2) to pray the Creed and an Our Father; receive the sacraments of the Eucharist and reconciliation; and pray an Our Father and a Hail Mary for the pope. The sacraments and prayers for the pope may be completed several days before or after the visit to the cemetery.

For additional information on the cemetery walk and tour, call David Walden at 317-636-4478 or e-mail info@holyrosaryindy.org.

Christmas Bazaar for St. Augustine Home for the Aged set for Nov. 2-3

A Christmas Bazaar to benefit the Little Sisters of the Poor’s St. Augustine Home for the Aged will be held at the home, 2345 W. 86th St., in Indianapolis, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Nov. 2, and from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Nov. 3.

Items for sale include Thanksgiving and Christmas décor, kitchen and home items, garden-related items, baked goods and painted children’s furniture.

All proceeds benefit the Little Sisters of the Poor in their efforts to care for the poor elderly in Indiana. The bazaar is a fundraising effort of the St. Augustine Guild.

For more information, contact Colleen Yeadon at 317-514-8122 or e-mail cayeadon@gmail.com.

‘Annulments: What the Catholic Church Teaches’ workshop set for Oct. 24

“Annulments: What the Catholic Church Teaches,” an information session regarding the annulment process, will be held in Assembly Hall at the Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., in Indianapolis, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Oct. 24.

Conducting this interactive meeting will be members of the archdiocesan Metropolitan Tribunal: judicial vicar Father Joseph Newton, advocate Joseph Gehret, and judge instructors Ann Tully and Nancy Thompson.

Topics to be addressed include why an annulment is necessary, what the grounds are for an annulment, and what the procedures are.

There is no cost, and registration is not required.

For more information, contact the archdiocesan Office of Marriage and Family Life at 317-236-1586 or 800-382-9836, ext. 1586, or e-mail Deb VanVelse at dvanvelse@archindy.org.

Archdiocese to sponsor evangelization workshop in Columbus on Oct. 27

The archdiocesan Office of Evangelization will offer a workshop called “Making Disciples by God’s Grace” in the parish hall below

St. Bartholomew Church, 1306 27th St., in Columbus, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m on Oct. 27. Doors will open at 8:30 a.m.

All are welcome to attend, and translation in Spanish will be available.

The featured speaker will be Tim Glemkowski, founder and president of L’Alto Catholic Institute. A sought-after speaker, Glemkowski is passionate about seeing the Church renewed through forming disciples. He will lead sessions and discussions on “What is Evangelization?” and “Nuts and Bolts of Evangelizing in Today’s Culture.”

Father Todd Reibe, pastor of Christ the King Parish in Indianapolis, will also lead a session on “The Person of Christ.”

The cost is $10, which will be assessed to parishes. Morning snacks and lunch will be provided.

To register, go to bit.ly/2pyZgF9.

For more information, contact evangelization@archindy.org or call 317-236-1500 or 800-382-9836, ext. 1500.

Benedictine Sisters invite all to prayer service for Church and abuse victims on Oct. 21

The Sisters of St. Benedict of Our Lady of Grace Monastery, 1402 Southern Ave., in Beech Grove, invite all to join them in a Taizé prayer service for victims of sexual abuse and for healing in the Church at 7 p.m. on Oct. 21.

“As Benedictines called to pray for our Church and our world, we pray each day for healing in our Church,” says prioress Benedictine Sister Jennifer Mechtild Horner. “We pray especially for victims of sexual abuse that they may be heard and come to know God’s healing.

“We will sing and chant together, listen to God’s word and have time to pray in silence as we offer our prayer through the lighting of a candle. Everyone is welcome.”

For more information, call the monastery at 317-787-3287.

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Retreats and Programs

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 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 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

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—call Cheryl McSweeney, 317-545-7681, ext. 106. Information: Deb VanVelse, 317-236-1586, 800-382-9836, ext. 1586, or dvanvelse@archindy.org. Registration: Dustin Nelson, 317-545-7681, ext. 101, or www.archindy.org/fatima.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Finding God in Silence, Franciscan Sister Janet Born presenting, Fri., 7 p.m.-Sun. noon, $130, includes meals; Sat. only option 9 a.m.-7 p.m., $55 includes lunch and dinner. Overnight accommodations available at the Quality Inn, 112 State Road 46 E, Batesville; call 812-934-6185 to receive discounted rate by mentioning Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Retreat information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

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 6-8

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

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

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.

December 22

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January 11-12

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. A Holy Land Retreat: Savoring the Graces, Msgr. Paul Koetter and Father Eric Johnson presenting, Fri., 6:30 p.m.-Sat., 2:30 p.m., $150 per person or $275 married couple, includes overnight accommodations, evening snacks, breakfast and lunch. Information and registration: Dustin Nelson, 317-545-7681, ext. 101 or www.archindy.org/fatima.

January 15

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the Woods. Series: Wine and Women at the Woods!, (three Tues., Jan. 22, Jan. 29), Providence Sisters Jan Craven and Paula Damiano presenting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $10 per session, $25 for three. Registration deadline: Jan. 9. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event/.

January 22

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the Woods. Series: Wine and Women at the Woods!, second of three, Jan. 29, Providence Sisters Jan Craven and Paula Damiano presenting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $10 per session. Registration deadline: Jan. 9. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

January 29

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the Woods. Wine and Women at the Woods!, Providence Sisters Jan Craven and Paula Damiano presenting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $10. Registration deadline: Jan. 9. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

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