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The Coming Month

October 17

Sr. Thea Bowman Black Catholic Women Monthly Prayer Gathering, via Zoom, third Monday of each month, sponsored by archdiocesan Black Catholic Ministry, 7 p.m. Join meeting: cutt.ly/SrTheaPrayer, meeting ID: 810 3567 0684 or dial-in at 301-715-8592. Information: Pearlette Springer, pspringer@archindy.org or 317-236-1474.

October 18, 25, November 1, 8, 15

St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish, 1870 W. Oak Street, Zionsville (Lafayette Diocese). Grieving with Great Hope, 6:30-8:30 p.m., video and discussion series, attending all sessions recommended, free. Registration and information: 317-873-2885, ext. 301, or zionsvillecatholic.com/grieving.

October 19

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

October 20

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. 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.

Virtual Scriptural Rosary for Justice and Peace, 8 p.m. every third Thursday, sponsored by the archdiocesan Catholic Charities-Social Concerns Ministry, free. Information and registration: bit.ly/scripturalrosary.

October 21

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, St. Vincent de Paul Indy president Paul Ainslie speaking, 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 Oct. 18. Information and registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

October 21-22

St. Agnes Parish, 1008 McLary Rd., Nashville. Fall Festival, Fri. 6-9 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri.: campfire music, hayrides, pumpkin contest, hotdogs, s’mores; Sat.: kids’ games, crafts, cake walks, live music, chili supper (6 -10 p.m.), live pie/cake auction, trivia contest, free admission. Information: 812-988-2778 or StAgnesNashville@gmail.com.

October 22

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic 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.

McGowan Hall, 1305 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis. McGowan Knights of Columbus Hall 100th Anniversary Gala, doors open 6:30 p.m. dinner 7:30 p.m., dress in 1920s attire, cocktails, nine-piece jazz orchestra, cash bar, raffles, prizes, proceeds benefit hall restoration, $50 until Oct. 21, $60 at the door. Information and tickets: www.mcgowanhall.org.

St. Roch Parish, 3600 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis. Msgr. Downey Knights of Columbus Food Drive, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., main parking lot off Sumner Ave., benefiting Officer David Moore Food Pantry and Hunger Inc., canned goods and other food items welcome, send monetary donations to Msgr. Downey Knights of Columbus, P.O. Box 17547, Indianapolis, IN 46217-0547. Information: 317-691-5369 or scott-lori.crossen@comcast.net.

October 22-23

St. Paul Church, 814 Jefferson St., Tell City. Bruté Weekend, Masses Sat. 5 p.m. CT and Sun. 10 a.m. CT celebrated by Father Andrew Syberg, Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary vice rector, talk on how the seminary forms future priests. Information: Ellen Sanders, 317-236-1501 or esanders@archindy.org.

October 23

St. Mark Church, 5377 Acorn Rd., Tell City. Bruté Weekend, Mass 8 a.m. CT celebrated by Father Andrew Syberg, Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary vice rector, talk on how the seminary forms future priests. Information: Ellen Sanders, 317-236-1501 or esanders@archindy.org.

St. Anne Parish, 102 N. 19th St., New Castle. Mary’s Treasures, 1-3 p.m., dramatic presentation by Sandra Hartlieb, free will offering, register by Oct. 19. Information: stannechurch@hotmail.com or 765-529-0933.

October 24

The Villages of Indiana online Foster Parenting Virtual Information Night, 6-8 p.m., for those interested in becoming a foster parent, free. Information and registration: 317-775-6500 or cutt.ly/villagesindyreg.

Planned Parenthood, 8590 Georgetown Rd., Indianapolis. 40 Days for Life Mid-point Prayer Rally, 10 a.m., includes special rosary to end abortion. Information: info@40daysforlife.com.

October 26

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

St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, 333 W. Maple St., Cambridge City. End-of-Life Ethics, 6:30-8:30 p.m., director of ethics integration for Ascension St. Vincent Elliott Bedford presenting, free, register by Oct. 21. Information, registration: stelizchurchcc@hotmail.com or 765-478-3242.

October 27

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 5692 Central Ave., Indianapolis. “Fighting Poverty through Education, Connection and Empowerment,” 7-8:30 p.m., presenters: Dr. Connie Snyder Mick, Center for Social Concerns professor and director of the Poverty Studies interdisciplinary minor at the University of Notre Dame, and Unite Indy founder Nancy Cotterill, free. Information: 317-257-2266.

October 29

St. Bartholomew Parish, 1306 27th St., Columbus. Polidor 5K Run/Walk, 8:30-10:30 a.m., benefitting Alfa literacy program in Northern Haiti, $20-$25. Registration, information: 812-378-0697 or cutt.ly/Polidor5K2022.

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Teen Volunteering Opportunity, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., ages 12-18, assist with retired Providence Sisters. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, jluna@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.

November 2

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

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

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.

November 4

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. followed by adoration until 9 p.m., sacrament of reconciliation available. Information: 317-750-7309, msross1@hotmail.com.

November 4-5

St. Agnes Parish, 1008 McLary Rd., Nashville. Christmas and Craft Bazaar, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. both days, crafts, Christmas décor and gifts, silent auction of gift baskets and trees, home baked goods, youth group boutique, quilt raffle. Information: 812-988-2778, StAgnesNashville@gmail.com. 

November 5

Holy Cross and St. Joseph Cemetery, 2446 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Indulgence Walk, 12:30-1.45 p.m., sponsored by Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish in Indianapolis, meet at Pleasant Run Parkway Gate, a plenary indulgence for the poor souls is possible with the completion of other conditions, free. Information: 317-636-4478 or info@holyrosaryindy.org.

St. Malachy School, 7410 N. County Rd. 1000 E., Brownsburg. Christmas Bazaar and Craft Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., more than 50 vendors, Christmas baskets, candles, woodworking, jewelry; lunch, desserts and drinks available, free admission. Information: 317-852-3195 or altarsocie ty@stmalachy.org.

St. John the Apostle Parish, 4607 W. State Rd. 46, Bloomington. Holiday Craft Show, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., lunch served 11 a.m.-1 p.m., more than 30 crafters/artisans from Monroe, Morgan, Green, Brown and Owen counties, door prizes, bake sale, music by “ Trieste,” , free admission. Information: 812-821-1152 and nothingfancyceramics@gmail.com.

November 6

Planned Parenthood, 8590 Georgetown Rd., Indianapolis. 40 Days for Life Closing Rally, 2-3 p.m., speaker TBD, parking available along Georgetown Road, do not park at Women’s Care Center or at industrial complex across from Planned Parenthood facility.

Marian University Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel, 3200 Cold Spring Rd., Indianapolis. Memorial Mass with Requiem by Maurice Duruflé, 2 p.m., music by archdiocese’s schola cantorum Vox Sacra and full orchestra, free. Information: voxsacra.com/requiem.

November 8

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 at cutt.ly/Taize. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

November 9-10

St. Simon the Apostle School, 8155 Oaklandon Rd., Indianapolis. School Open House, Fri. 6-8 p.m., Sat. 9-11 a.m., register 3-year-old preschool through 7th grade, event registration requested. Information and registration: 317-826-6000, ext.175 or school.saintsimon.org.

November 9

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

St. Mary Cathedral Parish, 1207 Columbia St., Lafayette (Lafayette Diocese). Indiana Province of Catholic Women Retreat, 8:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m., includes light breakfast and lunch, $10, register by Nov. 1. Information and registration: 765-714-8524 or annieminnicus@gmail.com.

November 11

St. John the Evangelist Parish Hall, Pan Am Building first floor, 126 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis. Pro-Life Series: “One Child Nation” film and panel discussion, doors open 6 p.m., 6:30-9:30 p.m., film viewing followed by panel discussion, free will offering. Information: 317-407-6881 or smdye1@gmail.com.

November 12

St. Jude Parish, 5375 McFarland Rd., Reverse Raffle, 5-11 p.m., 50/50 drawings, silent auction, raffle baskets, $100 ticket includes dinner and drinks for two and one chance to win $5,000. Information: 317-601-5383 or stjuderaffle17@gmail.com.

World Gospel Church, 900 Gardendale Rd, Terre Haute. Wabash Valley Right to Life Annual Life Defenders Training, 9 a.m.-noon, 7th grade to adult, free. Information and registration: ichooselife.org/LDTerreHaute.

Mary, Queen of Peace Parish, 1005 W. Main St., Danville. Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 25 local vendors and artisans, gift baskets, handmade craft items, fall and Christmas décor, baked goods, sweet treats, raffle, Mrs. Claus, lunch available, free admission. Information: 317-745-4284 or oldbluechair9102627@gmail.com.

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General Announcements 

Parish Christmas bazaars and craft shows scheduled throughout archdiocese in November and December

As Christmas approaches, a number of parishes and a retreat center in central and southern Indiana have submitted to The Criterion bazaars, craft shows and sales. Consider purchasing gifts at these events that in part support the organizations offering them.

• Nov. 4-5: St. Agnes Parish, 1008 McLary Rd., Nashville. Christmas and Craft Bazaar, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. both days, crafts, Christmas décor and gifts, silent auction of gift baskets and trees, home baked goods, youth group boutique, quilt raffle. Information: 812-988-2778, StAgnesNashville@gmail.com.

• Nov. 5: St. John the Apostle Parish, 4607 W. State Rd. 46, Bloomington. Holiday Craft Show, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., lunch served 11 a.m.-1 p.m., more than 30 crafters/artisans from Monroe, Morgan, Green, Brown and Owen counties, door prizes, bake sale, music by “Trieste,” , free admission. Information: 812-821-1152 and nothingfancyceramics@gmail.com.

• Nov. 5: St. Malachy School, 7410 N. County Rd. 1000 E., Brownsburg. Christmas Bazaar and Craft Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., more than 50 vendors, Christmas baskets, candles, woodworking, jewelry; lunch, desserts and drinks available, free admission. Information: 317-852-3195 or altarsociety@stmalachy.org.

• Nov. 12: Mary, Queen of Peace Parish, 1005 W. Main St., Danville. Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 25 local vendors and artisans, gift baskets, handmade craft items, fall and Christmas décor, baked goods, sweet treats, raffle, Mrs. Claus, lunch available, free admission. Information: 317-745-4284 or oldbluechair9102627@gmail.com.

• Dec. 3: Holy Name of Jesus Parish, gym, 89 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., craft items, holiday items, jewelry, homemade jellies and candies, vendors, raffle, breakfast available for purchase until gone, chili and hotdogs available for purchase noon-4 p.m., proceeds benefit parish and school. Information: 317-784-5454.

• Dec. 3-22: 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. 3 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Dec. 10, 17 and 22 9 a.m.-noon; many items 25-75% off. Information: 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

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Retreats and Programs

October 15

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Creativity is a Form of Prayer: Card Making, 9:30-11;30 a.m., Franciscan Sister Kathleen Branham and Joan Hunter presenting, $45 includes lunch and materials. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

October 19

Virtual Addressing Racism Series, 7-8:30 p.m., sponsored by Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center in Beech Grove, third of six stand-alone Zoom sessions (Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 9), led by Presbyterian Elder Dr. Mary Beth Riner, $25, registration required. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

October 21-23

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Gratitude, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

October 22

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Transitions—A SoulCollage Journey of Change, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Benedict Inn marketing director Kathy Perron presenting, $80 includes lunch and supplies, register before Oct. 1 for $10 discount. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

October 24-28

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Great Stories from the Gospel of Luke: Challenges for Preaching and Spiritual Growth, retreat for priests, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $465 single. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

October 26

Virtual Addressing Racism Series, 7-8:30 p.m., sponsored by Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center in Beech Grove, fourth of six stand-alone Zoom sessions (Nov. 2, 9), led by Presbyterian Elder Dr. Mary Beth Riner, $25, registration required. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

October 29

St. Bartholomew Parish, 1306 27th St., Columbus. Polidor 5K Run/Walk, 8:30-10:30 a.m., benefitting the ALFA literacy program in Northern Haiti, $25. Registration and information: 812-378-0697, or cutt.ly/Polidor5K2022.

November 2

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.

Virtual Addressing Racism Series, 7-8:30 p.m., sponsored by Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center in Beech Grove, fifth of six stand-alone Zoom sessions (Nov. 9), led by Presbyterian Elder Dr. Mary Beth Riner, $25, registration required. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

November 4-6

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Mozart’s Main Masses, Benedictine Brother Nöel Mueller presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

November 6

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Mystics—A Journey of Discovery: St. Teresa of Avila and St. John of the Cross, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Sister of Providence Paula Damiano presenting, $25 includes materials and refreshments provided. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.

November 9

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Growing in Friendship with God, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, Kimberly Baker presenting, $55 includes talk and lunch. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Virtual Addressing Racism Series, 7-8:30 p.m., sponsored by Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center in Beech Grove, sixth of six stand-alone Zoom sessions, led by Presbyterian Elder Dr. Mary Beth Riner, $25 a session, registration required. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

November 12

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. A Woman’s Work is Never Done, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., author and spiritual director Susan Yanos presenting, $70 includes lunch. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

November 18-20

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Lectio Divina: Praying with the Bible, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke, presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

November 19

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. With Grateful Hearts: A Retreat on Gratitude, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $50 includes lunch and materials, $75 overnight option with lodging and light breakfast, register by Nov. 7. Information and registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/grateful-heart-retreat or 812-923-8817.

December 5

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Emmanuel—God is With Us Advent Evening of Reflection, 6-9 p.m., Benedict Inn Spiritual Direction Internship director Bev Hansberry presenting, $45 includes dinner. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

December 6

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, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

December 7

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Soul Collage: Imagining Our Inner life, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, Benedictine Sister Jeana Visel presenting, $55 includes talk and lunch. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, in person or via Zoom2-3:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

December 13, 14, 15, 16

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, continental breakfast, lunch and use of the common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $30 per person, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events/, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

December 16-18

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Benedictine Spirituality as Lived in Marriage, for married couples, Deacon Rich and Cherie Zoldak presenting, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

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