March 29, 2019

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March 29

Most Holy Rosary Parish, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Fish Fry Friday, sponsored by the Santo Rosario Knights of Columbus Council #14449, fish and chips with coleslaw and drink, 5-8 p.m., $10 full order, $6 half order, carry out available. Information: 317-636-4478.

St. Anthony of Padua School Gymnasium, 320 N. Sherwood, Clarksville. Men’s Club Fish Fry, baked and fried fish, oyster and shrimp dinners with two sides, cheese pizza, drinks and homemade desserts, prices vary, 5-7:30 p.m. Information: parish.office@st.anthony-clarksville.org, 812-282-2290.

St. Matthew the Apostle, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Fish Fry, all-you-can-eat breaded fish, or breaded and grilled shrimp, cheese pizza, clam chowder, fettuccine, mac and cheese, prices vary according to menu selection, 5-7:30 p.m. Information: Jan Baele, janjoe9@aol.com, 317-257-4297.

St. Paul Hermitage, 501 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Ave Maria Guild, Spring Rummage Sale, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Information: 317-223-3687, vlgmimi@aol.com.

St. Lawrence Parish, 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. Fish Fry Fiesta/Cenas Cuaresmales, 6-8 p.m., fried and baked fish, fish tacos, quesadillas, rice and beans, live entertainment, $9 dinners, kids meals and a la carte options available. Information: 317-546-4065, fishfryfiesta@gmail.com.

March 29-April 4

Blackburn Gallery at Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. “Selected Works from the Permanent Collection” exhibit, featuring pieces from the collection of the spirituality center’s Mary Anderson Center for the Arts, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri., noon on March 30. Information: Steven Cheek, 404-242-0839, info@maryandersoncenter.com.

March 30

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

Blackburn Gallery at Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Reception to celebrate “Selected Works from the Permanent Collection” exhibit, curator will speak informally about the selected pieces from the collection of the spirituality center’s Mary Anderson Center for the Arts, light refreshments, wine, 6-8 p.m. Information: Steven Cheek, 404-242-0839, info@maryandersoncenter.com.

April 2

Mission 27 Resale, 132 Leota St., Indianapolis. Senior Discount Day, every Tuesday, 30 percent off clothing, 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.

April 3

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 7575 Holliday Dr., E., Indianapolis. Evening of Reflection and Lenten Supper: “Rerun of the Beatitudes,” former Saint Meinrad Archabbey abbot Franciscan Father Lambert Reilly presenting (first of three, Apr. 3, Apr. 10), 5:30 p.m. Mass followed by simple soup supper, 7-9 p.m. presentation. Registration requested: dcarollo@stluke.org.

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.

April 5

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish Hall, 10655 Haverstick Road, Carmel (Lafayette Diocese). Fish Fry, baked salmon with crab cakes or all-you-can-eat fried pollock, three sides, cookie and drink, $11 per person, $5 ages 12 and under, includes children’s mac-n- cheese meal or individual cheese pizza, $4 includes drink, $5 shrimp cocktails. 5-7:30 p.m., curbside pick-up available. Information: Larry Schulz, llschultz@outlook.com, 317-582-0326.

Women’s Care Center, 4901 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. First Friday Mass, 5 p.m., Father Douglas Hunter presiding, 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 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.

April 6

Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary, 2500 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. Optional Race for Vocations Training Event, Mass followed by run or walk, ending with Theology Over Coffee, 7:30 a.m. Information: www.raceforvocations.org/events, Rick Radar, 317-796-5447, rrader317@gmail.com.

St. Michael Church, 145 St. Michael Blvd., Brookville. First Saturday Marian Devotional Prayer Group, Mass, devotional prayers, rosary, 8 a.m. Information: 765-647-5462.

Our Lady of the Apostle Family Center, 2882 N. 700 W., Indianapolis. “My Soul Thirsts” Women’s Lenten Retreat, hosted by Regnum Christi of Indianapolis, following the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises of silence, prayer and meditation, Mass, reconciliation, $30 through March 23, $40 through March 31. Register: mail check payable to Summit Seekers, Inc., to Lisa Richart, 2801 Whitney Ray, Seymour, IN, 47274. Information: 812-216-7122, drichart1@frontier.com.

April 7

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Abbey Caskets Open House, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Information: 1-800-987-7380, info@abbeycaskets.com.

St. Luke the Evangelist Church, 7575 Holliday Dr. E., Indianapolis. Marian Prayer Service for Persecuted Christians, sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council #14895, after 11:30 a.m. Mass. Information: 317-259-4373, matkins@stluke.org .

April 8

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Leave the Light On” sacrament of reconciliation, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Information: Khristine Meyer, 317-545-7681, kmeyer@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

April 9

St. John the Evangelist Parish (Pan Am Plaza Building parish hall), 126 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis. Pro-Life Film Series, viewing of the documentary “The Third Way: Homosexuality and the Catholic Church,” 6:30 p.m. followed by panel discussion, sponsored by St. John the Evangelist and Most Holy Rosary parishes in Indianapolis, light supper served, free will offering. Information: Sheryl Dye, smdye1@gmail.com, 317-407-6881.

Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Monthly Taizé Prayer Service, 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.

April 10

St. Paul Catholic Center, 1413 E. 17th St., Bloomington. Catholic Charities in Bloomington Breakfast Benefit, speaker, program updates, breakfast, freewill offering, 7:45-9 a.m. Information: 812-332-1262 or Cheri Bush, cbush@archindy.org.

April 12

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish Gymnasium, 7575 Holliday Dr., E., Indianapolis. Fish Fry, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council #14895, all you can eat baked or fried fish, cheese pizza, assorted sides and drink, $30 family ($35 at the door), $10 adults ($12 at the door), $5 children (ages 6-12), desserts, beer and wine available for purchase, 5-8 p.m., carry out available. Advance tickets: www.stluke.org and after Masses in church narthex. Information: 317-259-4373, matkins@stluke.org.

April 14

St. Thomas Aquinas, 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.

St. Luke the Evangelist Church, 7575 Holliday Dr., E., Indianapolis. 40 Days for Life Closing Ceremony, Zion Unity Baptist Church Pastor Fredrick Boyd presenting, donations of baby items accepted for the Gabriel Project Resource Centers, 2 p.m. Information: Timothy O’Donnell, 317-372-0040, idipsumsapare@att.net, 40daysforlife.com/local-campaigns/indianapolis.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Stations of the Cross, 3-3:45 p.m. traditional “Way of the Cross,” on outside trails, or 4-5:15 p.m. contemporary set to music in chapel. Information: Khristine Meyer, 317-545-7681, kmeyer@archindy.org.

April 15

St. Mark the Evangelist School, Door One, 541 E. Edgewood Ave., Indianapolis. Caregiver Support Group, sponsored by Catholic Charities Indianapolis, open discussion for family and friends caring for adults age 60 and older, 5:30-7 p.m. Information: Monica Woodsworth, 317-261-3378, mwoodsworth@archindy.org.

April 16

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. “Abide” Adoration Service, sponsored by Catalyst Catholic, 7-8 p.m., every third Thurs. of the month, featuring guest speaker, praise band, silence and confessions, child care available. Information and child care reservations: Chris Rogers, chris@nadyouth.org, 812-923-8355.

April 18

Archbishop O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Holy Thursday Simple Soup and Bread Lunch, benefiting the Catholic Charities Indianapolis Crisis Office, 11:30 a.m. prayer and reflection, 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. lunch, $10 suggested donation. Information: 317-236-1411 or Cheri Bush, cbush@archindy.org.

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.

April 19

Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Way of the Cross for Justice, 10:30-11:30 a.m., free will offering, no registration required. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/providence-center/events.

April 20

Military Park, 100 N. West St., Indianapolis. 5K Easter Egg Run/Walk and Children’s Fun Run, benefiting the Indianapolis Society of St. Vincent de Paul; 10 a.m., $35 adults thru March 28; $40 March 29-April 11, $45 April 12-19, $50 day of (plus $3 registration fee), $20 children thru April 19, $25 day of (plus $2.50 registration fee), includes t-shirt, medal, all-ages egg hunt, beer/soda. Information: Darlene Sweeney, 317-924-5769, darlene.sweeney@svdpindy.org. Registration: www.svdpindy.org/event/third-annual-easter-egg-5k-runwalk.

April 25

Indiana Interchurch Center, 1100 W. 42nd St., Indianapolis. Caregiver Support Group, sponsored by Catholic Charities Indianapolis, question and answer session for family and friends caring for adults age 60 and older, 5:30-7 p.m. Information: Monica Woodsworth, 317-261-3378, mwoodsworth@archindy.org.

St. Paul Hermitage, 501 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Ave Maria Guild Card Party, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Information: 317-223-3687, vlgmimi@aol.com.

April 26

Marian, Inc. Ballroom, 1011 E. St. Clair St., Indianapolis. Society of St. Vincent de Paul Annual Fundraiser: Struttin’ Our Stuff, celebrity fashion show for men and women featuring styles from the Mission 27 Resale shop, cocktails, dinner, silent and live auction, 6-10 p.m., $75 per person, sponsorship opportunities available. Reservations and information: Jenny Matthews, 317-289-3324, jmattbogey@gmail.com or Mary Ann Klein, Klein.j@sbcglobal.net, 317-796-6325.

April 27

Sisters of Providence Motherhouse Grounds, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Earth Day Festival and Crafts Fair, food, crafts and family-friendly educational activities, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m., freewill offering. Information: 812-535-2931, wvc@spsmw.org, or www.spsmw.org/providence-center/events.

St. Bartholomew Church, 1306 27th St., Columbus. Easter Celebration Concert, featuring St. Bartholomew Choir, Brass Choir and Children’s Choir, 7:30 p.m., free will offering. Complete list of all concerts: www.saintbartholomew.org (choose Music Ministry) or bminut@stbparish.net.

Ivy Tech Community College, 50 Walnut St., Lawrenceburg. 2-Mile Walk for Life, benefiting the Pregnancy Care Center of SE Indiana, 8:30 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. walk, all ages welcome, free. Information or to donate: 812-537-4357, www.supportpccindian.org.

April 28

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 7575 Holliday Dr., E., Indianapolis. Pancake Breakfast, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council #14895, after 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Masses, pre-sale tickets available after Masses two weekends prior, $25 per family ($30 at the door), $7 adult ($8 at the door), $4 children 6-12, children through age 5 free; free family admission with donation of one large box of diapers. Information: 317-259-4373, matkins@stluke.org.

April 30

Indiana Roof Ballroom, 140 W. Washington St, Indianapolis. Spirit of Service Awards Dinner, benefiting Catholic Charities Indianapolis, IndyCar driver Ed Carpenter keynote speaker, dinner, awards, silent auction, doors open 6 p.m., dinner and program 6:30 p.m., $250 per person, $800 table of eight, sponsorship opportunities available. Tickets: www.archindy.org/cc/indianapolis. Information: 317-236-1411. or Cheri Bush, cbush@archindy.org.

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General Announcements

Marian Prayer Service planned at St. Luke the Evangelist on April 7

The Knights of Columbus Council #14895 is holding a Marian Prayer Service for persecuted Christians at St. Luke the Evangelist Church, 7575 Holliday Dr. E., in Indianapolis, after the 11:30 a.m. Mass (approximately 12:45 p.m.) on April 7.

The event is intended to raise awareness of the plight of Christians around the world being persecuted for their faith, and to stand in prayerful solidarity with them. The service will feature an icon of Our Lady Help of Persecuted Christians.

For additional information, contact Mary Ann Atkins at 317-259-4373 or e-mail matkins@stluke.org.

Pregnancy Care Center of SE Indiana to host annual Walk for Life on April 27

The Pregnancy Care Center of SE Indiana is holding its annual two-mile Walk for Life at Ivy Tech Community College, 50 Walnut St., in Lawrenceburg on April 27.

Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with the walk starting at 9 a.m.

The goal of the walk is to raise $32,000 to enable the care center to continue to serve the community and defend the life of the unborn.

This is a free, family-friendly event for people of all ages and children.

For more information, to register or to make a donation, visit www.supportpccindiana.org, click on Events, or call 812-537-4357.

Viewing and panel discussion on The Third Way documentary planned at St. John the Evangelist on April 9

A showing of the documentary The Third Way: Homosexuality and the Catholic Church, followed by a panel discussion, will be held in the Pan Am Plaza Building parish hall of St. John the Evangelist Parish, 126 W. Georgia St., in Indianapolis, at 6:30 p.m. on April 9.

The 40-minute film features Catholics with same-sex attraction alongside commentary from renowned Catholic speakers like Daughters of St. Paul Sister Helena Burns and Chris Stefanick. It was produced by Blackstone Films, a Catholic company. Father John Hollowell, pastor of Annunciation Parish in Brazil and St. Paul the Apostle Parish in Greencastle, was executive director of the 2014 film.

The event is co-sponsored by St. John the Evangelist and Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary parishes in Indianapolis.

A simple supper will be served.

There is no charge to attend. However, a freewill offering will be accepted.

For additional information, contact Sheryl Dye at 317-407-6881 or e-mail smdye1@gmail.com.

Easter Egg run/walk on April 20 will benefit Society of St. Vincent de Paul

The Indianapolis Society of St. Vincent de Paul is hosting its third Annual Easter Egg 5K Run/Walk and Children’s Fun Run at Military Park, 100 N. West St., in Indianapolis, starting at 10 a.m. on April 20.

The cost for adults is $40 through April 11, $45 the week of April 12-19, and $50 on the day of the event, plus a $3 registration fee.

The cost for children is $20 thru April 19, and $25 on the day of the event, plus a $2.50 registration fee.

Participants will receive a T-shirt, medal, one free beer/soda and the chance to participate in an all-ages egg hunt.

Register online at www.svdpindy.org. Enter code “SVdP” to benefit St. Vincent de Paul and to receive a $5 discount per entry.

For additional information, contact Darlene Sweeney at 317-924-5769, ext. 238, or e-mail darlene.sweeney@svdpindy.org.

Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Contact Jeff Blackwell at jeffblackwell@att.net or call 317-965-5079 for more information.

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Retreats and Programs

March 29-31

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. A Weekend-long Alcoholic Anonymous Meeting in Five Sessions, Benedictine Father Colman Grabert presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Walking with Mary to the Cross, Father James Farrell presenting, Fri. 7:30-8 p.m. registration, retreat concludes after lunch Sun., $200 per person, $400 per married couple, includes meals and snacks. Information and registration: Khristine Meyer, 317-545-7681, kmeyer@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

April 2

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Popes of the 19th Century: Pius VII and the French Revolution, four Tuesdays (April 9, 16, 23), Benedictine Father Matthias Neuman presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session, $90 for four. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 2-May 7

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. “Boundless Compassion” Book Circle, based on the book by Joyce Rupp, (first of six, April 9, 16, 23, 30 and May 7), Franciscan Sister Marj English presenting, 6:30-8 p.m., $85 includes book. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

April 4

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Lenten Movie Series, second of three (April 11), viewing of movie Collateral Beauty followed by discussion led by Fatima Retreat House associate director of programs Cheryl McSweeney, 5:30 p.m. light supper, 6:30 p.m. movie, $25 per session. Information and registration: Khristine Meyer, 317-545-7681, kmeyer@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

April 6

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Women’s Day: Women of Lent, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., $50 for one, $90 for two, includes lunch. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

April 9

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Popes of the 19th Century: Pius VII and Napoleon, second of four (April 16 and 23), Benedictine Father Matthias Neuman presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Guided Meditation, using Father James Farrell’s “Pathways to Prayer” CD Vol. 2, 7-8 p.m., no charge, registration not required. Information: Khristine Meyer, 317-545-7681, kmeyer@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

April 10

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Divine Wine and Art with Heart, guided painting program, first of three (Aug. 1, Sept. 12), registration 5:30 p.m., program 6-9 p.m., $45 per session, includes wine, snacks and painting supplies, limited to 20 participants. Information and registration: Khristine Meyer, 317-545-7681, kmeyer@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

April 11

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Lenten Movie Series, viewing of movie The Lady in Number 6: Music Saved My Life followed by discussion led by Fatima retreat facilitator Father Keith Hosey, 5:30 p.m. light supper, 6:30 p.m. movie, $25. Information and registration: Khristine Meyer, 317-545-7681, kmeyer@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

April 12-13

Sacred Heart School, 1842 E. 8th St., Jeffersonville. “The Jam: Encounter the Person of Jesus Christ,” retreat for New Albany Deanery middle school students and their friends, Fri. 6 p.m.-Sat. noon, $20, register by April 11. Information, registration: catalystcatholic.org/the-jam.

April 12-14

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Spring “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 www.comeandsee.sistersofprovidence.org.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Spiritual Integration: Fitness, Health and Physical Well-being, Benedictine Father Nathaniel Szidik presenting, optional opportunities for group nature walk and other physical activities, bring fitness clothing. $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, Loftus House, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Wisdom of the Second Half of Life for Women, for women 50 years and older, Judy Ribar facilitating, Fri. 7 p.m. through Sun. 2 p.m., limited to six women, $150 includes lunches and dinner, breakfast on your own (refrigeration available.) Information and registration: 812-923-8817, www.mountsaintfrancis.org/registration.

April 13

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Living the Liturgical Year: Tridium and Easter, Benedictine Sister Marie Therese Racine presenting, 9-11 a.m., $25. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 15-18

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Holy Week Days 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: Khristine Meyer, 317-545-7681, kmeyer@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

April 16

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Popes of the 19th Century: Leo XII and Restoring Monarchy, third of four (April 23), Benedictine Father Matthias Neuman presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25 per session. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 17-21

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Holy Week Retreat—The Leaven of Christ: That in All Things God May be Glorified, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $465 single, $735 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

April 18-21

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Triduum Retreat, 4:30 p.m. Thurs., through 1 p.m. Easter Sunday, $325 per person includes meals and lodging. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Holy Week Retreat, retreat director Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind facilitating, Thurs., 2 p.m.-Sun., noon, $350 includes lodging, meals and spiritual direction. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

April 19

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, Good Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 includes room for the day and lunch, spiritual direction available for $35. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 23

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Popes of the 19th Century: Gregory XVI and Catholic Modernism, Benedictine Father Matthias Neuman presenting, 7-8:30 p.m., $25. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

April 23-25

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Peace, the Benedictine Way, Benedictine Brother Maurus Zoeller presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

May 3-5

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Being Creative, Being Divine: Freedom and an Ethics of Creativity, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

May 4

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Aging Gracefully: Exploring the Gift of Years, Elizabeth Collins, RN, and Providence well- being coordinator Katie Harich presenting, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $10. Registration deadline: May 1. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

May 7-9

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

May 11

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Book Study: With Open Hands by Henri Nouwen, (first of three, May 18, May 25) Providence Associates Rev. Rebecca Zelensky and Dr. William Hine presenting, 9:30-11 a.m., $45 includes book. Registration deadline: May 6. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

May 14

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Lunch and Learn: Cancer Recovery, an Opportunity for Growth, clinical psychologist Claire Sherman presenting, 11:30-1 p.m., $20 includes lunch. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

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 $35. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

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: Khristine Meyer, 317-545-7681, kmeyer@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.

May 17-19

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The King of History: Finding Christ in the Past, Benedictine Brother Stanley Wagner presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

June 11

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Lunch and Learn: How to Navigate Alzheimer’s Disease, clinical social worker Kristin Cooley presenting, 11:30-1 p.m., $20 includes lunch. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

June 14-20

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Image as a Window to the Spiritual: An Artist’s Six-Day Hands-on Workshop and Retreat, Benedictine Brothers Martin Erspamer and Michael Moran presenting, limited space, $695 single, $1,045 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

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June 21-23

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: Cheryl McSweeney, cmcsweeney@archindy.org, 317-545-7681, ext. 106 or www.archindy.org/fatima/calendar/tobit.html.

June 22

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Forgiveness: The Healing of Memories, Patrick Murphy Welage presenting, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $45 includes lunch. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

June 23-29

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Monastic Retreat—Women on God’s Loom: Tapestries of God, Benedictine Father Joseph Feders presenting, 6 p.m. Sun. through 1 p.m. Sat., $525 per person, includes meals and lodging. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.

June 28-30

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Miracle of Chartres: A Close Look at a Gorgeous Gothic Cathedral and the Mysteries Behind It, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

July 1-5

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Singing the Liturgy of the Hours and Eucharist: Basics, Benedictine Father Jeremy King presenting, $465 single, $735 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

July 8-12

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Singing the Liturgy of the Hours and Eucharist: Advanced, Benedictine Father Jeremy King presenting, $465 single, $735 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

July 11-14

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Journey with the Spirit through Art, Providence Sister Rosemary Schmalz presenting, Thurs. 4:30 p.m.-Sun. 2:30 p.m., $425 includes lodging, meals and art supplies, $325 commuter rate. Registration deadline: July 3. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

July 12-14

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. A Step 11 Retreat for Recovering Alcoholics and Alanons, Dave Maloney presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

July 19-21

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Literature, God and Us, Benedictine Brother Kolbe Wolniakowski presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.

July 30

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