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The Coming Month
November 28
The Villages of Indiana online Foster Parenting Virtual Information Night, 6-8 p.m., for those interested in becoming a foster parent, free. Information, registration: 317-775-6500 or cutt.ly/villagesindyreg.
November 28-Jan. 6
St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Parish, 23455 Gaven Ln., Bright. Bright Lights: Christmas Light Drive-Thru Display, 6-10 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, free. Information 812-512-1941 or brightlightsdcc@gmail.com.
November 28-Jan. 8
Peace on Earth: Virtual Recorded Daily Advent and Christmas Reflections, one- to two-minute video reflections led by Father Jonathan Meyer, receive link via text or e-mail, text “Advent” to 84576, free. Information: 812-576-4302 or clairkeck.asp@gmail.com.
November 29
Indiana Landmarks Center, 1201 Central Ave., Indianapolis. The Forward-Thinking Legacy of St. Rita Catholic Church, 6-7 p.m., doors open 5:30 p.m., St. Rita parishioner and historian Caleb Legg speaking on parish’s cultural heritage and church’s historic architecture, $5. Information, registration: stritachurchtalk22.eventbrite.com, 317-639-4534.
December 2
Women’s Care Center, 4901 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. First Friday Mass, 5 p.m., Father Robert Hankee 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. followed by adoration until 9 p.m., sacrament of reconciliation available. Information: 317-750-7309, msross1@hotmail.com.
St. John Paul II Church, 2253 St. Joe Rd., W, Sellersburg. First Friday Devotion, 11:45 a.m., litany, consecration to the Sacred Heart, Divine Mercy Chaplet, Mass at noon. Information: 812-246-2512.
December 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.
St. John Paul II Church, 2253 St. Joe Rd., W, Sellersburg. First Saturday Devotion, 8 a.m., rosary, litany, consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, confession available 8:10-8:30 a.m., Mass 8:30 a.m. Information: 812-246-2512.
December 3-4
All Saints Parish, St. John the Baptist Campus, 25743 State Route 1, Guilford. Christmas in Indiana Craft Show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., free. Information: 812-576-4302 or emilyalig.asp@gmail.com.
Christ the King School, Tuohy Hall, 5884 Crittenden Ave., Indianapolis. Jack Schockley Warriors for Peace Memorial Blood Drive, Sat. 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Sun. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., also accepting gently used books and toys for Purpose 4 My Pain’s Seventh Annual Christmas with a Purpose. Information and time reservation: 317-207-0291 or cutt.ly/blooddonorindy22.
December 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.
December 6
The Ritz Charles, 12156 N. Meridian St., Carmel, Ind. Right to Life of Indiana Christmas Gala, 6:30-8:30 p.m., CEO and founder of Babylon Bee Seth Dillon presenting, $100 individual, $1,000 table of 10. Information, registration: 317-413-9123 or irtl.org/GALA.
December 7
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.
December 8-10
Our Lady of the Greenwood Church, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. 40 Hours Devotion, 8 p.m. Thurs.-5:30 p.m. Sat., exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with talks by guest priests, free. Information: 317-888-2861.
December 10
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 retired Providence Sisters. Information, registration: TeenVolunteer.SistersofProvidence.org, jluna@spsmw.org or 361-500-9505.
December 12
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Leave the Light On, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., sacrament of reconciliation offered all day, no appointment needed. Information: 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.
December 13
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.
December 14
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.
December 15
Our Lady of Peace Cemetery and Mausoleum, 9001 Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. Christmas Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-574-8898 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.
December 15-23
Simbang Gabi Advent Mass Novena Pilgrimage sponsored by Archdiocesan Philippine Ministry: Dec. 15—5:30 p.m., St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 7575 Holliday Dr., Indianapolis; Dec. 16—6 p.m., St. Simon the Apostle Parish, 8155 Oaklandon Rd., Indianapolis; Dec. 17—9 a.m., St. Elizabeth Seton Parish, 10655 Haverstick Rd., Carmel (Lafayette Diocese); Dec. 18—6 p.m., St. Monica Parish 6131 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis; Dec. 19—5:15 p.m., St. Peter and Paul Cathedral Parish, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis; Dec. 20—5 p.m., St. Lawrence Parish, 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis; Dec. 21—6:30 p.m., Holy Angels Parish, 740 W. 28th St., Indianapolis; Dec. 22—5:30 p.m., St. Louis de Montfort Parish, 11441 Hauge Rd., Fishers (Lafayette Diocese); Dec. 23—6 p.m., St. Michael the Archangel Parish, 3354 30th St., Indianapolis; potluck receptions to follow each Mass. Information: phone number to come.
December 16
Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, presenter TBA, 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. 13. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.
December 17
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House Chapel, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Service of the Longest Night, 6 p.m. CT, prayer service for those grieving during the holidays, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presiding, refreshments provided, RSVP requested. Information: 800-987-7380 or info@abbeycaskets.com.
December 17-22
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. 17 and 22 9 a.m.-noon; many items 25-75% off. Information: 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
December 18
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, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., $19.50 adults, $18.50 ages 62 and older, $9.50 ages 5-11, ages 4 and younger free. Information: Events.SistersofProvidence.org or 630-776-0811.
December 19
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.
The Villages of Indiana online Foster Parenting Virtual Information Night, 6-8 p.m., for those interested in becoming a foster parent, free. Information, registration: 317-775-6500 or cutt.ly/villagesindyreg.
December 21
Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Christmas Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-784-4439 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.
December 22
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.
December 28
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.
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General Announcements
Join Providence Sisters at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods for ‘Christmas Fun at the Woods’ on Dec. 10
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods will host Christmas Fun at the Woods at 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, in St. Mary-of-the-Woods, from 1:30-4:30 p.m. on Dec. 10.
Join the Sisters of Providence for a fun afternoon. Visit Santa Claus, see the alpacas, and enjoy a Nativity dress-up area, games, crafts, face painting, hayrides and more.
Tickets are $7, and children ages 3 and younger are free. Pre-purchase of tickets is recommended, although walk-ins are welcome.
For more information or to purchase tickets in advance, go to spsmw.org/event/christmas-fun-at-the-woods.
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Retreats and Programs
December 3
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. O Come Let Us Adore Him: Advent Dinner and Concert, 6-8:30 p.m., dinner, performance by Francesca LaRosa, prayer, adoration, $50. Information, registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.
Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Advent Day of Reflection: “Bethlehem: House of Bread,” 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate Gabriel Cortes presenting, includes Mass, confessions available, adoration, free will offering. Information, registration: 812-825-4642 ext. 1.
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Faith and the Arts, 9 a.m.-noon, Indiana State University Professor Emeritus Dr. Arthur Feinsod presenting, $25 includes materials and refreshments provided, register by Nov. 29. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, jfrost@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.
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 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 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 Zoom, 2-3:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
December 9
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.
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 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 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.
January 9-13
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Winter Chant Workshop: Singing and Conducting Chant, Benedictine Brother John Glasenapp presenting, $750 single, $835 double, commuter $200. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
January 11
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.
January 13-15
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 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. Information on program: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 x. 106 or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.
January 14
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Faith and the Arts, 9 a.m.-noon, Indiana State University Professor Emeritus Dr. Arthur Feinsod presenting, $25 includes materials and refreshments provided. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, jfrost@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.
February 10-12
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Welcoming In-laws, Valentine retreat for married couples, Benedictine Father Nöel Mueller presenting, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
February 16
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.
February 28-March 2
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Freedom Through Forgiveness, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
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