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The Coming Month

December 8-January 6

St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Parish, 23345 Gavin Lane, Bright. Bright Lights Drive-thru Christmas Light Display, 6-10 p.m., free. Information: 812-512-1941, brightlightsdcc@gmail.com.

December 8-22

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Shop INN-Spired Christmas Sale, Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Dec. 2, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Dec. 9, 16 and 23, 9 a.m.-noon; many items 25-75% off. Information: 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

December 11

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

December 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, 812-535-2952.

St. Malachy Church, 9833 E. County Road 750 N., Brownsburg. A Most Wonderful Christmas, 7 p.m., Indianapolis Symphonic Band and St. Malachy choir Christmas concert, featuring St. Malachy organist Hector Sacedo, free. Information: 317-852-3195.

December 14

Southport Presbyterian Church, 7525 McFarland Road, Indianapolis. Christmas Remembrance, 7-8:15 p.m., sponsored by Franciscan Health and Franciscan Hospice Bereavement, open to those who’ve lost a loved one, includes music, grief support time, singing of traditional Christmas carols, candle-lighting ceremony, fellowship and refreshments, attendees may bring photos of their loved ones for display at the front of the sanctuary, free. Information, registration: 317-528-2636.

December 15

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Indiana Supreme Court Justice Hon. Derek R. Molter presenting “Faith in Government,” rosary 6:35 a.m., Mass 7 a.m., buffet breakfast and program following, $18 members, $24 non-members. Register by 4 p.m. on Dec. 12. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg

St. John the Evangelist Church, 126 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis. Sacred Music Festival and Caroling, 6:30 p.m., three parish choirs perform sacred music of Palestrina, Bainton, Duruflé, Lauridsen and more, followed by caroling through the streets of Indianapolis, hot drinks and light refreshments provided, free. Information: 317-635-2021, office@stjohnsindy.org.

St. Bartholomew Parish, Parish Hall, 1306 27th St., Columbus. Jazz for the Season, 6 p.m. Italian meal, concert 7:30 p.m., freewill donations for music ministry program and adult literacy program accepted. Information: 812-379-9353, ext. 1237, bminute@stbparish.net.

December 16

St. Luke the Evangelist Church, 7575 Holliday Dr., E., Indianapolis. “How Far is it to Bethlehem?,” 7 p.m., concert featuring the archdiocesan schola Vox Sacra, performing the works of Anton Bruckner, Domenico Bartolucci, Gerald Near, 4 Motets pour le temps de Noël (4 Motets of Christmas) by Francis Poulenc and more, free. Information: amotyka@archindy.org.

December 17

St. Mark the Evangelist Parish, 535 E. Edgewood Ave., Indianapolis. Holy Season Concert, 7 p.m., Advent and Christmas concert featuring more than 80 singers and musicians including adult, children, bell, ensemble and brass choirs, free. Information: 317-787-8246, aeagan@stmarkindy.org.

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, O’Shaughnessy Dining Hall, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Sunday Brunch with Santa, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., $33 adults, $25 children ages 6-12, $20 children ages 3-5, children ages 2 and younger free. Information: 812-535-2952, Events.SistersofProvidence.org, provctr@spmsw.org.

December 20

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

December 21

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

December 28

All Saints Parish, St. Joseph Campus, 7536 Church Ln., West Harrison. Feast of the Holy Innocents Mass of Healing, 6:30 p.m., for parents and families who have lost infants or children to miscarriage, stillbirth or other loss, free. To receive ornament with child’s name, fill out form by Dec. 20 at tinyurl.com/himass23 or call 859-801-1293.

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January 6

Christ the King Parish, 5884 N. Crittenden Ave., Indianapolis. Encounter Mary Dinner, 6-9 p.m., dinner for women 21 and older, Sandra Hartlieb presenting, $35, register by Dec. 17. Information, registration: 317-255-3666, encountermary.org.

January 7

Monthly Prayer with Sisters of Providence: “Prayer on Martin Luther King Jr.,” for single Catholic women ages 18-42, via Zoom, 7-7:45 p.m., seventh day of each month. Information, registration: Events.SistersofProvidence.org,361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org.

January 18

St. Pius X Church, 7200 Sarto Dr., Indianapolis. Sensory-friendly Mass, 7 p.m., for those with sensitivities to light, sound and smell, picture Mass aids available, all are welcome. Information: 317-446-5507, shannyrae67@gmail.com.

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General Announcements 

Chick-fil-A in Columbus to host Missy’s Hope Maternity Home fundraiser on Dec. 12

A fundraiser for Missy’s Hope Maternity Home will take place at Chick-fil-A at 1250 National Road, in Columbus, from 5-7 p.m. on Dec. 12.

Missy’s Hope Maternity Home is a non-profit, faith-based maternity home for young women ages 15 and older experiencing an unplanned pregnancy. More money needs to be raised in order for the south central Indiana home to be built.

Say “spirit night” when ordering meals at this Chick-fil-A location, and 10% of the cost will go to Missy’s Hope Maternity Home.

For more information, contact Peggy Dyer Bland at 812-767-2897 or peggydyerbland@yahoo.com.

Surviving Divorce Support Group set for January through April in Indianapolis

Surviving Divorce Support Group, a ministry of the archdiocesan Office of Marriage and Family Life, will be offered three times a month for a total of 12 weeks at St. Jude Parish, 5353 McFarland Road, in Indianapolis, from 7-8:30 p.m. beginning on Jan. 17.

The support group explores the stress, anger, blame and guilt of divorce with the goal of leading participants toward ultimate forgiveness, happiness and growth.

The cost of the 12-week session is $30, which includes materials. Scholarships are available.

To register or for more information, contact Patti Collins at 317-786-4371 or pcollins@stjudeindy.org.

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Retreats and Programs

December 8

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 11

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Movie Night at Fatima: The Nativity Story, 5-9 p.m., includes dinner, popcorn, refreshments, $16. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

December 12, 13, 14

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

December 13

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

December 16

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Organ Workshop and Concert, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, recital at 3 p.m., Nolan Snyder presenting, $55. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

December 24-26

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Christmas Celebration at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, opportunity to join monastic community in their Christmas Eve and Christmas Day prayer and liturgies in the archabbey church, fellowship and socials with monks and other guests, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

December 29-31

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Greccio 800, Fri. 4 p.m.-Sun. 1 p.m., retreat celebrating 800 years of the nativity scene St. Francis shared with the people of Greccio, Italy, Franciscan Father Jack Clark Robinson and Third Order Franciscan Dennis Feece presenting, $150 commuters, $250 includes two nights’ accommodations and four meals. Information, registration: 812-923-8817, tinyurl.com/msfgreccio800.

2024

January 4

Creative Ways to Encounter the Divine (virtual via Zoom): “Hearing God’s Voice in Poetry,” offered by Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, first of four stand-alone sessions (Jan. 11, 18, 25), Benedictine Sister Antoinette Purcel presenting, $75 for four sessions or $25 per session. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs , 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org .

January 9

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.

January 11

Creative Ways to Encounter the Divine (via Zoom): “Hearing God’s Voice in Nature,” offered by Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, second of four stand-alone sessions (Jan. 18, 25), Benedictine Sister Antoinette Purcel presenting, $25. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

January 12-14

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. TOBIT Marriage Preparation Weekend, 7 p.m. Fri.-11:45 a.m. Sun., $298 per couple, separate rooms, includes meals and materials. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

January 18

Creative Ways to Encounter the Divine (via Zoom): “Hearing God’s voice in Art,” offered by Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, third of four stand-alone sessions (Jan. 25), Benedictine Sister Antoinette Purcel presenting, $25. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

January 22-26

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Winter Chant Workshop, Benedictine Brother John Glasenapp presenting, for directors of liturgical music and singers in parish liturgies, $750 single, $835 double, $200 commuter. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

January 25

Creative Ways to Encounter the Divine (via Zoom): “Hearing God’s Voice in People, Events and Dreams,” offered by Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 7-8:30 p.m. fourth of four stand-alone sessions, Benedictine Sister Antoinette Purcel presenting, $25.. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

February 3

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Embracing the Lenten Journey: From Ashes to Resurrection Joy, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Benedictine Sister Susan Marie Lindstrom presenting, $75, includes lunch. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

February 14

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.

February 27-29

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Women of the World, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, bring Bible, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

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