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The Coming Month

Saturdays

Planned Parenthood, 8590 Georgetown Road, Indianapolis. Shield of Roses Public Prayer Witness, 9:30 a.m., rosary on public right of way outside Planned Parenthood abortion center, every Saturday regardless of weather, park along Georgetown Road (do not park in business complex or Women’s Care Center). Information: 317-875-9817, sjm1045@gmail.com.

February 25

“Family Changes Everything: Current Trends and What’s Next?” webinar, sponsored by archdiocesan Catholic-Charities Social Concerns office, noon-1 p.m., archdiocesan Refugee and Immigrant Services policy advisor Laura McCarter and an immigration attorney discuss current policies and how individuals can advocate for future needs, free. Registration: familychangeseverything.eventbrite.com. Information: Simona Reising, 317-236-1457 or sreising@archindy.org.

February 26

St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 316 N. Sherwood Ave., Clarksville. Men’s Club Annual Fish Fry, Fridays through March 19 (March 5, 12 and 19), 5-7:30 p.m., take-out only, includes baked or fried fish, oysters and shrimp, two sides, adult dinners $7.50-$9.50, children’s dinners $3-$5. Information: parish.office@stanthony-clarksville.com or 812-282-2290.

St. Thomas the Apostle Parish Knights of Columbus #15712, 523 S. Merrill St., Fortville. Friday Night Lenten Fish Fry, Fridays during Lent and Holy Week (March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2), 5 p.m. until supplies last, includes fish sandwich, steak fries, coleslaw, dessert, $10. Information: kofc115712info@gmail.com or 317-485-5102.

February 27

Sisters of Providence White Violet Center “Virtual Alpaca Encounter,” via Zoom, 10-11 a.m., $15 plus optional $10 per alpaca ornament felting kit, register by Feb. 19. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

Annual Shawe and Pope John Virtual Auction Dinner, benefitting Prince of Peace schools in Madison, two raffles, prizes up to $10,000, 200 raffle tickets at $200 each. To buy tickets, donate items or sponsor event: 812-273-5835 ext. 246, or 812-801-1660. Auction link goes live on Feb. 1: qtego.net/qlink/popauction21.

March 3

MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5 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 or 317-243-0777.

March 5

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

Our Lady of the Greenwood Church, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. First Friday bilingual celebration of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Mass, 5:45 p.m., exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, following Mass until 9 p.m., sacrament of reconciliation available. Information: 317-750-7309, msross1@hotmail.com.

St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 316 N. Sherwood Ave., Clarksville. Men’s Club Annual Fish Fry, Fridays through March 19 (March 12 and 19), 5-7:30 p.m., take-out only, includes baked or fried fish, oysters and shrimp, two sides, adult dinners $7.50-$9.50, children’s dinners $3-$5. Information: parish.office@stanthony-clarksville.com or 812-282-2290.

St. Thomas the Apostle Parish Knights of Columbus #15712, 523 S. Merrill St., Fortville. Friday Night Lenten Fish Fry, Fridays during Lent and Holy Week (March 12, 19, 26, April 2), 5 p.m. until supplies last, includes fish sandwich, steak fries, coleslaw, dessert, $10. Information: kofc115712info@gmail.com or 317-485-5102.

March 6

John Paul II Parish, St. Paul Chapel, 216 Schellers Ave., Sellersburg. First Saturday Marian Devotion, 8 a.m. rosary, meditation, prayer; 8:30 a.m. Mass with confessions prior. Information: 812-246-3522.

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.

March 9

Monthly Virtual Taizé Prayer Service, 7-8 p.m., silent and spoken prayers, simple music, silence. Link: Taize.SistersofProvidence.org. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

March 12

St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 316 N. Sherwood Ave., Clarksville. Men’s Club Annual Fish Fry, Fridays through March 19, 5-7:30 p.m., take-out only, includes baked or fried fish, oysters and shrimp, two sides, adult dinners $7.50-$9.50, children’s dinners $3-$5. Information: parish.office@stanthony-clarksville.com or 812-282-2290.

St. Thomas the Apostle Parish Knights of Columbus #15712, 523 S. Merrill St., Fortville. Friday Night Lenten Fish Fry, Fridays during Lent and Holy Week (March 19, 26, April 2), 5 p.m. until supplies last, includes fish sandwich, steak fries, coleslaw, dessert, $10. Information: kofc115712info@gmail.com or 317-485-5102.

March 17

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

March 18

St. Joseph Church, 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.

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

March 19

St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 316 N. Sherwood Ave., Clarksville. Men’s Club Annual Fish Fry, 5-7:30 p.m., take-out only, includes baked or fried fish, oysters and shrimp, two sides, adult dinners $7.50-$9.50, children’s dinners $3-$5. Information: parish.office@stanthony-clarksville.com or 812-282-2290.

St. Thomas the Apostle Parish Knights of Columbus #15712, 523 S. Merrill St., Fortville. Friday Night Lenten Fish Fry, Fridays during Lent and Holy Week (March 26, April 2), 5 p.m. until supplies last, includes fish sandwich, steak fries, coleslaw, dessert, $10. Information: kofc115712info@gmail.com or 317-485-5102.

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General Announcements 

Day of reflection at Fatima Retreat House will focus on the Eucharist

A Lenten day of reflection called “Taste and See” will take place at Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., In Indianapolis, from 8:30 a.m.-2:45 p.m. on March 1.

This day of reflection is an opportunity to explore and reflect on this important aspect of our faith through Scripture, lectio divina, Mass, adoration and Benediction.

The program will be led by Cindy Kattau and Darlene Davis. Both are members of St. Michael Parish in Greenfield, and graduates of Presentation Ministries’ Guadalupe Bible College. They have more than 30 years of leading Scripture studies.

The cost is $45, which includes a continental breakfast from 8:30-9:15 a.m. and lunch. Bring a Bible to follow along with the Scripture passages.

To register, go to www.archindy.org/fatima. For questions on registration, contact Jennifer Burger at 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

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Retreats and Programs

February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25

Lenten “Letting Go” Series, Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, via Zoom, 7- 8:30 p.m., Judy Ribar presenter, six sessions, $100. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

February 19

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. A Quiet Day of Renewal, self-guided retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $20 includes private room, $70 with spiritual direction. Information, registration: center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/programs.

February 20

Second Half of Life virtual program via Zoom, offered by Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind facilitating, $25, $40 with CEUs. Information, registration: center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/programs.

February 21

Virtual “Mystics & Prayer” Coffee Talk via Zoom: Raimon Panikkar, offered by Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 10:45 a.m.-noon., Bruce Garrison presenting. Information, registration: center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/programs.

February 23

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Combating Racism: A Spiritual Journey, first of six stand-alone sessions (March 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30), 7-8:30 p.m., Mary Beth Riner presenting, $25 per session, $125 for six sessions. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

February 24-March 31

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Companions on the Journey, first of six sessions (March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31), 7-8:30 p.m., United Methodist minister Tracey D. Leslie presenting, $130 for six sessions, includes book. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

February 25

Scriptures of Lent/Spring virtual study via Zoom, second of six stand-alone sessions (March 4, 11, 18 and 25), offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 6:15-7:45 p.m., $5/session, register by Feb. 22. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

February 26

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Painting with Padre, last Friday monthly through May, doors open 5:30 p.m., painting instruction from Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen 6-9 p.m., subject matter changes monthly, cheese and light snacks, bring your own beverage, $40 per session. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

February 27

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Women’s Retreat: Are You Martha or Mary?, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Judy Ribar presenter, $40 via Zoom, $50 in-person includes lunch, $75 additional for overnight and evening meal. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

March 1

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Taste and See, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Lenten day of reflection on the Eucharist, Cindy Kattau and Darlene Davis presenting, $45, includes continental breakfast, Mass, program, lunch, adoration and Benediction. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 2

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Combating Racism: A Spiritual Journey, second of six stand-alone sessions (March 9, 16, 23 and 30), 7-8:30 p.m., Mary Beth Riner presenting, $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs . Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org , 317-788-7581.

March 2-4

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Preparing for Holy Week Retreat, Benedictine Father Jeremey King presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 3

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art and Soul Creation Guild, 9:30 a.m.-noon, annual membership $30 per person plus $5 for each additional monthly session. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

March 4

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, Havlik Center at Providence Hall, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art and Soul Creation Guild, 6:30-8:30 p.m., annual membership $30 per person plus $5 for each additional monthly session. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

Scriptures of Lent/Spring virtual study via Zoom, third of six stand-alone sessions (March 11, 18 and 25), offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 6:15-7:45 p.m., $5/session, register by March 1. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

March 4-7

Retrouvaille Weekend via Zoom, sponsored by Retrouvaille Indy, for couples in struggling marriages. Registration: www.helpourmarriage.org or email retrouindy@gmail.com.

March 8

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $35, includes room to use for the day, continental breakfast, lunch and use of the common areas and grounds. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 9

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

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Combating Racism: A Spiritual Journey, third of six stand-alone sessions (March 16, 23 and 30), 7-8:30 p.m., Dr. Mary Beth Riner presenting, $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

March 11

Scriptures of Lent/Spring virtual study via Zoom, fourth of six stand-alone sessions (March 18 and 25), offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 6:15-7:45 p.m., $5/session, $25 for all six, register by March 8. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

March 12-14

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Beyond the Fantastic! Second Valentine Retreat for Married Couples, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $425 double occupancy. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 13

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Lessons Learned through Loss and Lament, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, Judy Ribar and Tina Ridge presenting, $50 includes lunch. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Divine Wine & Art with Heart, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Hayley Mosson presenting, $45, includes program, wine, snacks and all painting supplies. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 16

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Combating Racism: A Spiritual Journey, fourth of six stand-alone sessions (March 23 and 30), 7-8:30 p.m., Mary Beth Riner presenting, $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

March 18

Scriptures of Lent/Spring virtual study via Zoom, fifth of six stand-alone sessions (March 25), offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 6:15-7:45 p.m., $5/session, register by March 15. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

March 19-21

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Sacred Rhythms of Prayer, 9 a.m. Fri. - 1 p.m. Sun., Benedictine Sister Carol Falkner and Patty Moor facilitating, $250 includes room and meals. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. On the Way to the Tomb, 7 p.m. Fri.-1 p.m. Sun., Father Jim Farrell presenting, $200 per person, $400 per married couple, includes program, five meals, snacks, two overnight stays in private guestroom with private bathroom. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 23

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Combating Racism: A Spiritual Journey, fifth of six stand-alone sessions (March 30), 7-8:30 p.m., Mary Beth Riner presenting, $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

March 24

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Introduction to Spiritual Direction, 5-9 p.m., free, includes program and light supper. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 25

Scriptures of Lent/Spring virtual study via Zoom, sixth of six stand-alone sessions, offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 6:15-7:45 p.m., $5/session, register by March 22. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

March 26

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Painting with Padre, last Friday monthly through May, doors open 5:30 p.m., painting instruction from Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen 6-9 p.m., subject matter changes monthly, cheese and light snacks, bring your own beverage, $40 per session. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

March 26-28

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Being Humble, Being Holy, retreat on St. Benedict’s spiritual teachings, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Walking with Christ, 7 p.m. Fri.-1 p.m. Sun., Father Steve Banet presenting, $200 per person, $400 per married couple, includes program, five meals, snacks and two overnight stays in private guestroom with private bathroom. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 27

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. “One, the Cross that We Share:” Preparing for Holy Week, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen presenter, $50 includes lunch. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

March 28

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Labyrinth Walking: An Ancient Tool for a New Time, 1:30-3:30 p.m., $10, register by March 25, limited spaces available. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event

March 30-April 1

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Holy Week Days of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 perday, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of the common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $28 per person, dinner additional $9. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 30

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Combating Racism: A Spiritual Journey, sixth of six stand-alone sessions, 7-8:30 p.m., Mary Beth Riner presenting, $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

March 31-April 4

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. A Holy Week Experience, Benedictine Father Colman Grabert presenting, $465 single, $735 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 1-4

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Triduum Retreat, 4:30 p.m. Thurs. - 1 p.m. Sun., includes room and meals, $350. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 2

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Good Friday Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., includes private room for the day and lunch, $40. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 6

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., first of four stand-alone sessions (April 13, 20 and 27), Benedictine Sister Kathleen Yeadon presenting, $90 for series, $25 per session. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 7-June 2

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Plein Air Classes: Painting the Springtim Landscape, Wednesdays 9:30-1:30 a.m. or 5-7 p.m., learn outdoor painting techniques from Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, open to all levels, bring paints, canvases and brushes; chairs, easels and drawing tables provided, $25 per session. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 10

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. A Day (or Weekend) of Peace, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Judy Ribar facilitator, $50 includes lunch, $75 additional for overnight and one meal. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 13

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., second of four stand-alone sessions (April 13, 20 and 27), Benedictine Sister Julie Sewell presenting, $25 per session. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 16-18

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Being at Home as a Young Adult in the Church, retreat for young adults, Benedictine Brother Simon Herrmann presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 17

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Pilgrimage at the Mount, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, presenter, $50 includes lunch. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 20

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., third of four stand-alone sessions (April 13, 20 and 27), Benedictine Sister Carol Falkner presenting, $25 per session. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 23-25

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Lectio Divina: Praying with the Bible, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 24

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Wisdom of the Second Half of Life, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Judy Ribar presenter, $50, $75 additional for overnight and one meal. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 26-30

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. A Conversation with St. Paul Regarding the Trials of Pastoral Ministry, retreat for priests, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $465 single. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 27

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., third of four stand-alone sessions (April 13, 20 and 27), Benedictine Sister Antoinette Purcell presenting, $25 per session. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 30

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Painting with Padre, last Friday monthly through May, doors open 5:30 p.m., painting instruction from Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen 6-9 p.m., subject matter changes monthly, cheese and light snacks, bring your own beverage, $40 per session. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 30-May 2

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Beauty as a Pathway to God: Religious Art and Symbol in the Spiritual Life, Benedictine Brother Martin Erspamer presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. TOBIT Marriage Preparation Weekend, 7 p.m. Fri.-11:45 a.m. Sun., for engaged couples only, includes materials, meals, snacks, presentations and separate overnight accommodations, $298 per couple. Registration: cutt.ly/TOBITRetreat or 317-545-7681, must also complete “Tobit Required Info Sheet” at cutt.ly/TOBITForm and email to jburger@archindy.org. Information on program: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 x. 106 or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.

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