December 16, 2022

Events Calendar

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The Coming Month

December 19

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.

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral Parish, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Simbang Gabi Advent Mass Novena, 5:15 p.m., sponsored by Archdiocesan Philippine Ministry, day five of nine-day Mass novena, potluck reception to follow. Information: mariasolito@yahoo.com.

December 19, Jan. 16

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.

December 20

St. Lawrence Parish, 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. Simbang Gabi Advent Mass Novena, 5 p.m., sponsored by Archdiocesan Philippine Ministry, day six of nine-day Mass novena, potluck reception to follow. Information: mariasolito@yahoo.com.

December 21

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

Holy Angels Parish, 740 W. 28th St., Indianapolis. Simbang Gabi Advent Mass Novena, 6:30 p.m., sponsored by Archdiocesan Philippine Ministry, day seven of nine-day Mass novena, potluck reception to follow. Information: mariasolito@yahoo.com.

December 22

St. Louis de Montfort Parish, 11441 Hauge Rd., Fishers, Ind. (Lafayette Diocese). Simbang Gabi Advent Mass Novena, 5:30 p.m., sponsored by Archdiocesan Philippine Ministry, day eight of nine-day Mass novena, potluck reception to follow. Information: mariasolito@yahoo.com.

December 23

St. Michael the Archangel Parish, 3354 30th St., Indianapolis. Simbang Gabi Advent Mass Novena, 6 p.m., sponsored by Archdiocesan Philippine Ministry, day nine of nine-day Mass novena, potluck reception to follow. Information: mariasolito@yahoo.com.

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.

2023

January 6

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.

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 followed by noon Mass. Information: 812-246-2512.

January 7

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, confessions 8:10-8:30 a.m. followed by 8:30 a.m. Mass. Information: 812-246-2512.

January 7-8

Mary Queen of Peace Church, 1005 W. Main St., Danville. Bruté Weekend, Sat. 5 p.m., Sun. 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Masses celebrated by Father Andrew Syberg, vice rector of Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary, talks on how the seminary forms future priests. Information: Ellen Sanders, 317-236-1501 or esanders@archindy.org.

January 14

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.

St. Therese of the Infant Jesus (Little Flower) Parish, 4720 E. 13th St., Indianapolis. Gabriel Project Angel Training, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., lunch provided, free. Information: 317-213-4778 or moodyak1@aol.com.

January 14-15

St. Michael Church, 1400 Farmers Lane NE, Greenville. Bruté Weekend, Sat. 4 p.m., Sun. 10:30 a.m. Masses celebrated by Father Joseph Moriarty, rector of Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary, talks on how the seminary forms future priests. Information: Ellen Sanders, 317-236-1501 or esanders@archindy.org.

January 15

St. Bernard Church, 7600 Highway 337 NW, DePauw. Bruté Weekend, 8:30 a.m. Mass celebrated by Father Joseph Moriarty, rector of Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary, talk on how the seminary forms future priests. Information: Ellen Sanders, 317-236-1501 or esanders@archindy.org.

January 18

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

January 19

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

January 20

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 Jan. 17. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

January 21-22

St. Jude Church, 5353 McFarland Rd., Indianapolis. Bruté Weekend, Sat. 4 p.m., Sun. 7:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. Masses celebrated by Father Daniel Bedel, spiritual director of Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary, talks on how the seminary forms future priests. Information: Ellen Sanders, 317-236-1501 or esanders@archindy.org.

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General Announcements 

Providence Sisters offering ‘In the Footsteps of St. Theodore Guérin’ pilgrimage to France on July 12-22

The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods are offering a pilgrimage to northern France called “In the Footsteps of St. Theodore Guérin” on July 12-22, 2023.

The pilgrimage includes stops in Chartres, Ruillé-sur-Loir, Etables-sur-Mer, Mont St. Michel, Bayeux, Alencon, St. Malo, Omaha Beach, Lisieux, Paris, Pléhédal and Ile de Bréhat. Visits include sites associated with the lives of St. Theodore Guérin and St. Thérèse of Lisieux, as well as cathedrals and places of historical importance from the medieval era to World War II.

The cost is $4,849 per person for a double occupancy room, with a limited number of single rooms available for an additional $969. The cost is based on a minimum of 27 travelers. Pilgrims must pay $500 upon registering, $1,200 by Feb. 1 and the full amount by April 1.

The pilgrimage includes round-trip air transportation from Chicago, including taxes and fees; nine nights in 3- to 4-star hotels; daily breakfast; one lunch and five dinners as noted in the itinerary; a professional tour manager to accompany the group in Europe; private motorcoach; sightseeing as outlined in the itinerary, including applicable entrance fees; and portage of one suitcase per person at European hotels.

For more information, a complete itinerary and reservation form, go to cutt.ly/GuerinPilgrimage. For questions, contact Providence Sister Susan Paweski at spaweski@spsmw.org or 312-909-7492.

 

Catholic Business Exchange offers discount to Indiana Historical Society’s ‘Festival of Trees’

The Catholic Business Exchange (CBE) is sponsoring a Nativity-themed Christmas tree as part of the annual Festival of Trees held at the Indiana Historical Society (IHS), 450 W. Ohio St., in Indianapolis, through Jan. 7.

The tree is one of more than 75 theme-decorated Christmas trees. The public will vote on their favorite tree, with the winner announced in January.

As a tree sponsor, CBE is offering a promo code for $5 off adult and senior (ages 60 and older) tickets when purchased online, making the cost $10 for adults and $9 for seniors. Tickets for children ages 5-17 are $5, and there is no cost for children younger than 5.

To purchase tickets with the discount code, go to indianahistory.org, click on “Plan Your Visit” in the upper right, then select “Purchase Festival of Tree Tickets.” Select the desired day and time, enter the number of tickets, then click on “Add to Cart.” On the next screen, fill in the necessary information and enter FOT61 as the discount code.

IHS is open on Tuesday- Saturday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., on Sunday from noon-5 p.m., and on Dec. 20 from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. It will be closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

When visiting, don’t forget to vote for the Catholic Business Exchange tree as your favorite!

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Retreats and Programs

December 31

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Prayer Vigil for Peace, 7:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., includes Eucharistic adoration, Scripture readings, music, reflection, free. Information: cutt.ly/SFCNYEvigil or 812-923-8817.

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.

March 17-19

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Christian Hospitality: Welcoming One Another As Christ, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 19

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. Bridget of Sweden, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Providence Sister Paula Damiano presenting, $25 includes materials and refreshments provided. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.

March 24-26

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Welcoming In-laws, second Valentine Retreat for married couples, Benedictine Father Nöel Mueller presenting, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 5-9

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Celebrating the Paschal Mystery, Benedictine Father Nöel Mueller presenting, Holy Week retreat, $465 single, $735 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 17-21

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Sermon on the Mount: Matthew’s Handbook for Living in the Kingdom of Heaven, priests retreat, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $465 single. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 28-30

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/TOBITIndy-042823or 317-545-7681. Information on program: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 x. 106 or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.

May 19-21

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Contemplative Christianity: God’s Call to Holiness, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

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