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The Coming Month

August 22

Jennings County Community Building, Jennings County Fairground, 4920 IN-3, North Vernon. Don’t Dis’ My Ability, 4 p.m., pro-life comedy show and dinner starring comedian Andy Imlay, free, T-shirts for sale at bit.ly/DontDis. Information: 812-350-4631, jenningscountyprolife@gmail.com.

August 22, 29

Benedictine Conversations via GroupMe, 4 p.m. Sundays, Benedictine Sister Jill Marie Reuber, facilitator, sponsored by Sisters of St. Benedict, Ferdinand, Ind. (Diocese of Evansville). Information: vocation@thedorm.org.

August 23, 30

St. Therese of the Child Jesus (Little Flower) Parish Center, St. Therese Room, 4720 E. 13th St., Indianapolis. SoulCore Rosary Workout, 6:30-7:15 p.m., prayer and exercise, free. Information: 317-727-1167, joane632003@yahoo.com or soulcore.com.

August 25

Group Lectio via Zoom, 7 p.m. Sundays, Benedictine Sister Jill Marie Reuber, facilitator, second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, sponsored by Sisters of St. Benedict, Ferdinand, Ind. (Diocese of Evansville). Information: vocation@thedorm.org.

August 26

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, south gym, 7575 Holiday Dr., E., Indianapolis. Moms in the Middle, 6:30 p.m., Catholic movie producer of Roe v. Wade film Chérie Ballinger speaking, wine, door prizes, hors d’oeuvres, free. Registration: cutt.ly/momscherie or Vicki Yamasaki, 317-313-0255, cup@corpuschristiforunityandpeace.org.

August 26-28

St. Ann Parish, 6350 S. Mooresville Rd., Indianapolis. Summer Festival, Thurs. 5-10 p.m., Fri. and Sat. 5-11 p.m., food, carnival rides, free admission. Information: 317-821-2909.

August 28

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Faithful Citizens Rosary Walk, 10:45-11:45 a.m., meet in front of church. Information: faithful.citizens2016@gmail.com.

Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, 335 S Meridian St., Greenwood. Re-ENGAGE: Annual Celebrate Marriage Conference, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., for married couples, featuring author, producer and former show host Chuck Neff, music, breakout sessions, $60 per couple, includes lunch. Information and registration: celebratemarriageministry.com, OLGMarriageMinistry@gmail.com or 317-489-1557.

Virtual Dialogue on Intercultural Competency, via Zoom, sponsored by archdiocesan Black Catholic Ministry, 10 a.m., associate director for African American Affairs of USCCB Office of Cultural Diversity Donna Grimes speaking, freewill offering. Registration: cutt.ly/VDIC. Information: Pearlette Springer, pspringer@archindy.org or 317-236-1474.

St. Mary Parish, 1331 East Hunter Robbins Way. Greensburg. On Eagles Wings 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run, 8 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. race, $20 adults, $15 children ($25/$20 after Aug. 9). Registration: oneagleswings5k.com. Information: 812-663-8427.

Holy Spirit Parish, 7243 E. 10th St, Indianapolis. 75th Anniversary Celebration, 5:30 p.m. Mass, Archbishop Charles C. Thompson celebrant, followed by reception in gym. Information: 317-353-9494, parishoffice@holyspirit.cc.

August 28-29

St. Mary Parish, 1331 E. Hunter Robbins Way. Greensburg. Parish Festival: Sat. 5:30-11 p.m., Adult Night: games, beer garden, live music by Nuttin’ Fancy, pork burger, pork chop or pulled pork dinner, chips, cole slaw, applesauce, basket silent auction, concessions; Sun. 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Family Day: kids’ games, live music by Keith Swinney Band, fried chicken and pulled pork dinner with cheese potatoes, green beans, cole slaw, dessert and drink, free admission both days. Information: 812-663-8427.

St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, 333 W. Maple St., Cambridge City. Bruté Weekend, all weekend Masses, Father Daniel Bedel, spiritual director of Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary, will celebrate Mass and share how the seminary forms future priests. Information: Ellen Sanders, 317-236-1501 or esanders@archindy.org.

August 29

St. Anne Parish, 102 N. 19th St., New Castle. Bruté Weekend, all weekend Masses, Father Daniel Bedel, spiritual director of Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary, will celebrate Mass and share how the seminary forms future priests. Information: Ellen Sanders, 317-236-1501 or esanders@archindy.org.

September 1

MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5:30 p.m., Catholic, educational, charitable and social singles—separated, widowed or divorced—age 50 and older, new members welcome, also call about regular Friday night dinner events. Information: 317-796-8605 or 317-243-0777.

Immaculate Heart of Mary, 5692 Central Avenue, Indianapolis. Mary’s Treasures. 7 p.m., Catholic storyteller Sandra Hartlieb portrays Mary recalling the events of her and her Son’s life, free. Information: ueble@ihmindy.org or 317-257-2266.

Holy Spirit Church, 7243 E. 10th St., Indianapolis. World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation Ecumenical Prayer Service, sponsored by Eastside Creation Care Network, 7 p.m., bilingual, online option available, free. Information: 317-353-9494.

September 3

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

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General Announcements 

Indianapolis St. Vincent de Paul Society’s Struttin’ Our Stuff fundraiser set for Sept. 10

The Indianapolis council of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul will hold its annual Struttin’ Our Stuff fundraiser at the Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., in Indianapolis, from 6-10 p.m. on Sept. 10.

The event benefits the services and programs of the Indianapolis Society of St. Vincent de Paul, including its distribution warehouse, Mission 27 Resale stores, Changing Lives Forever program, food pantry and more.

The cost is $75 per person, which includes dinner, complimentary cocktails, silent and live auctions and a fashion show featuring styles from Mission 27 Resale stores. Online bidding begins on Sept. 6 at svdpindy.org/fashion.

To purchase tickets or for more information, contact Jenny Matthews at jmattbogey@gmail.com or 317-289-3324, or Mary Ann Klein at klein.j@sbcglobal.net or 317-796-6325.

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Retreats and Programs

August 20-22

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Soul Healing with Julian of Norwich, 6:30 p.m. Fri. to 1 p.m. Sun., Carolyn Berghuis, author of Understanding the Jesus Code, presenting, $230 per person, $460 per couple, includes program, meals snacks and private overnight accommodations. Registration: cutt.ly/fatima-julian, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

August 21

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. The Our Father: A New Perspective, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Benedictine Sister Cathy Anne Lepore presenting, $60, includes lunch. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

August 24

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Looking Back, Looking Forward, Evening of Reflection with Father James Farrell, 5:30 -9 p.m. Father Farrell reflects on 45 years of priesthood, $40 includes light supper and presentation. Registration: cutt.ly/frfarrell-reflect-pm, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

August 25

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Looking Back, Looking Forward, Day of Reflection with Father James Farrell, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Aug. 25, Father Farrell reflects on 45 years of priesthood, $45 includes continental breakfast, lunch and presentation. Registration: cutt.ly/frfarrell-reflect-day 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

August 31

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Divine Wine & Art with Heart, 5-9 p.m., Hayley Mosson presenting, $45, includes program, wine, snacks and all painting supplies. Registration: cutt.ly/fatimaretreats, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

September 1, September 2

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art and Soul Creation Guild, choose between 9:30-11:30 a.m. first Wednesday of the month or 6:30-8:30 p.m. first Thursday of the month, Providence Sister Rosemary Schmalz presenting, $30 membership fee to join group, $5 per session after. Information and registration: Jeanne Frost, 812-535-2952, jfrost@spsmw.org or Events.SistersofProvidence.org.

September 10-12

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Spiritual Integration: Fitness, Health and Physical Well-being, Benedictine Brother Nathaniel Szidik presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Healing from Sexual Abuse—A Retreat for Women Religious, Fri. 8:30 p.m.- Sun. 9 p.m., Dr. Rachel Waltz presenting, limited to 15 participants, $350, $24 discount if register by July 31, includes lodging and meals. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

September 11

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. A Eucharist of Encountering: Crossing Thresholds, Becoming Transformed, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., composer, theologian, author and Paulist Father Manalo presenting, includes Mass, lunch, presentation, reflection, painting class with Conventual Franciscan Father Vince Petersen, musical concert, $100 includes meals, materials. Information and registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/fr-ricky-manalo or 812-923-8817.

September 14

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

September 14-October 19

Companions on the Journey, via Zoom, sponsored by Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, Tuesdays 7-8:30 p.m., Tracey D. Leslie presenting, please commit to six sessions, $125 includes all sessions and book. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

September 17

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. A Day of Quiet Renewal, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $20, $70 with spiritual direction. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Film, Faith & Franciscanism: Patterns of Evidence: The Moses Controversy, 6:30-9:30 p.m., freewill offering, registration required, online option available. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

September 17-19

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. How to Read the Biblical Prophets, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 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: cutt.ly/fatimaretreats, 317-545-7681 x. 106 or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.

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