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The Coming Month

August 28

St. Patrick Parish, 950 Prospect St., Indianapolis. Festival ’22, 10:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m., food, games, music, St. Patrick King and Queen contest, dance, free admission. Information: 317-631-5824 or office@stpatrickindy.com.

August 29

Holy Spirit Parish, 7243 E. 10th St., Indianapolis. “Encountering God in the Eucharist,” talk in Spanish by Dr. Marlon De La Torre, light refreshments, freewill offering. Information: Saul Llacsa, 317-236-1443, sllacsa@archindy.org.

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.

September 1

Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 5333 E. Washington St., Indianapolis. World Day of Prayer for Creation, 7 p.m., prayer service in English and Spanish, also available by livestream, free. Information: 317-956-6453.

September 2

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.

September 2-4

St. Joseph Parish, 1401 S. Mickley Ave., Indianapolis. Fall Festival, Fri. and Sat. 5-11 p.m., Sun. 3-11 p.m., rides, food, blackjack, free admission. Information: 317-244-9002.

St. Catherine of Siena Parish, 9995 E. Base Rd., Greensburg. Parish Picnic, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., dine-in Fireside Inn fried chicken dinners and roast beef dinners 11 a.m.-4 p.m. or carryout 11 a.m.-5 p.m., $15 11 and older, $7 ages 0-11; beer garden noon-5 p.m., games, basket booth, country store, raffles, mock turtle soup, pies. Information: 812-934-2880, stcatherine47240@gmail.com.

September 5

St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 4773 Church Rd., Morris. Labor Day Picnic, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., fried chicken dinners include 1/2 chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, slaw, dessert; live music, beer garden, children’s games, cash raffle, free admission. Information: 812-934-6218 or parishoffice@stanthonymorris.org.

St. Peter Parish, 1207 East Rd., Brookville. Labor Day Festival, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., fried chicken dinner, air-conditioned hall, children’s games, money raffle, quilt raffle, basket raffle, country store, turtle soup, sandwiches, beer garden, free admission. Information: 765-647-5462 or brookvilleparishes@gmail.com.

September 7

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

September 9-10

Prince of Peace Schools, 221 W. State St., Madison. Shawe and Pope John Summer Festival, 5 p.m.-midnight, carnival rides, family games, food, live music, $3 admission. Information: 812-273-5835.

September 9-11

Biking for Babies in Indiana, riders needed for short or long distances to raise money for Indiana Knights of Columbus’ Ultrasound fund, $45. Information, registration: cutt.ly/bike4babies.

September 10

St. Joan of Arc Parish, 4217 Central Ave., Indianapolis. French Market, noon-10 p.m., live music, 50 artisan booths, French food, bake sale, raffle, children’s games until 5 p.m., Mass 5:30 p.m., tours of restored church at 1:30, 3:30 and 6:30 p.m., free admission. Information: 317-283-5508, sjoa.org/about-french-market.

Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, 1 Providence Way, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Hunger Bust Fun Run/Walk, registration 9-9:45 a.m., run/walk 10 a.m., rain or shine, 2-mile path, wheelchair and stroller accessible, $15, walk-ups welcome, proceeds benefit Providence Food Pantry. Information, advance registration: jrichey75@gmail.com, call or text 812-208-6157.

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 5333 E. Washington St., Indianapolis. Biking for Babies Prayer Rally, 1:30 p.m., talks by Biking for Babies riders, Women’s Care Center in Indianapolis director Jenny Hubbard, and Indiana regional coordinator of Students for Life Mary Carmen Zakrajsek, free. Information: cutt.ly/bike4babies.

Our Lady of the Greenwood Church, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. Celebrating the Gift of Aging: Day of Reflection, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Mass, confession, talks, lunch, $10. Mail checks to: Summit Seekers, 180 Kiawah Dr., Whiteland, IN 46184. Information and registration: 812-498-7512 or hustedlaurie@gmail.com.

September 10-11

St. Mary Parish, 512 N. Perkins St., Rushville. Fall Festival, Sat. 6:30-10 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., chicken dinner served 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. both days, games of chance, children’s games, crafts, vendor booths, free admission. Information: 765-932-2588 or dspaeth@stmaryrush.org.

September 11

St. Pius V Parish, 330 Franklin St., Troy. Fall Festival, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., lunch, refreshments, cash raffle, prizes, bingo games, free admission. Information: 812-547-7994.

All Saints Parish, St. John the Baptist Campus, 25743 State Rt. 1, Guilford. Fall Lecture Series: The Case for Jesus, session one of four (Sept. 18, 25, Oct. 2), 6-8 p.m., soup supper, lecture by Father Daniel Mahan on The Case for Jesus by Brant Pitre, free, order book via parish office for $5 or via Amazon. Information: 812-537-3992.

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General Announcements 

Catholic Radio Indy dinner/fundraiser will take place on Oct. 18

Catholic Radio Indy will host its annual fundraiser dinner at 502 East Event Center, 502 E. Carmel Dr., in Carmel, Ind., at 6 p.m. on Oct. 18.

Cocktails begin at 6 p.m., dinner begins at 7 p.m. Msgr. Joseph Schaedel will receive the Archbishop Fulton Sheen Evangelist of the Year Award. Catholic Radio Indy will also celebrate its recent acquisition of two radio stations, doubling its broadcast range.

Tickets are $75 per person or $140 per couple, and a table for 10 can be purchased for $650. Tickets must be purchased online by Sept. 27 at cutt.ly/CRIndyDinner.

Sponsors for the event are welcome. For sponsorship information, go to cutt.ly/CRIndySponsor.

For more information, go to catholicradioindy.org.

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Retreats and Programs

August 28

Virtual You Are Not Alone Session – The Spiritual Journey After Suicide Loss, 4-6 p.m., third of three stand-alone Zoom sessions, Father Jim Farrell presenting, free-will donations accepted, registration required. Information and registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

August 29

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 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.

September 2-4

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Power of Intercession, Benedictine Brother Nöel Mueller, presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

September 7-12

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Healing from Sexual Abuse—A Retreat for Women Religious, Wed. 3 p.m.- Mon. 10 a.m., Dr. Rachel Waltz presenting, limited to 15 participants, $525 before July 31, $550 after, includes lodging and meals. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

September 9-11

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Being & Belonging—A Weekend Retreat for Separated and Divorced Catholics, Father Jim Farrell facilitating, $190 includes private room, all meals, program and materials, Mass on Sunday. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

September 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 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.

September 11, Oct 10

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 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.

September 12

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Praying Your Child through Anything—Evening of Reflection, 5:30-9 p.m., author Beth Leonard presenting, $45 includes dinner and program. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

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 16-18

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Being Humble, Being Holy, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

September 12

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Praying Your Child through Anything—Day of Reflection, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., author Beth Leonard presenting, $45 includes breakfast, lunch and program. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

September 23-25

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Listening to the Great Stories of Luke’s Gospel Again for the First Time, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

September 30-Oct 2

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Beauty as a Pathway to God: Religious Art and Symbol in the Spiritual Life, Benedictine Brother Martin Erspamer presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. You Are Not Alone—A Weekend Retreat of Hope and Healing for Survivors of Suicide Loss, 6:30 p.m. Fri.-1 p.m. Sun., Christine Turo-Shields certified therapist, Father Jim Farrell, Providence Sister Connie Kramer and survivors Judy Proctor and Lisa Thibault presenting, commuter rate $35 per person includes meals, private guest room to use during day sessions, Mass, program materials; overnight accommodations available for $30 per night. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

October 5

Virtual Addressing Racism Series, 7-8:30 p.m., sponsored by Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center in Beech Grove, first of six stand-alone Zoom sessions (Oct. 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9), led by Presbyterian Elder Dr. Mary Beth Riner, $25 per session or $125 for six sessions, registration required. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org

Oct 7-9

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Growing in the Love of Christ, Benedictine Father Coleman Grabert presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

October 10

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 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.

October 11

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 .

October 12

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Praying All Ways: Exploring Prayer through the Multiple Intelligences, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, Agnes Kovacs 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, second of six stand-alone Zoom sessions (Oct. 19, 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 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.

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