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The Coming Month

September 12

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. Information: Taize.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952.

September 15

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, new archdiocesan CYO executive director Jack Schmitz presenting, 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 Sept. 12. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

September 15-16

St. Bartholomew Parish, 1306 27th St., Columbus. Fall Festival, Fri. 6-10 p.m., Sat. 4-10 p.m., live music, food, games, free admission. Information: 812-379-9353, stbartholomewfestival@gmail.com.

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 7575 Holliday Dr. E., Indianapolis. Fall Fest, live music, beer garden, children’s game and activity area, free admission. Information: 317-259-4373, bkudla@stluke.org.

St. Thomas More Parish, 1200 N. Indiana St., Mooresville. Fall Festival, 5-10 p.m., live music, kids and teen games, raffles, bingo, beer and wine garden, food including hand-breaded tenderloins, hand-battered corn dogs, hot air balloon rides (depending on weather), free admission. Information: 317-831-4142, pweber@stm-church.org.

September 16

St. Mary Parish, 415 E. Eighth St., New Albany. Multicultural Festival, 5-11 p.m., Mass 4 p.m. followed by live entertainment, DJ, ethnic food, kids’ games, prize booth, free admission. Information; 812-944-0417, info@stmarysna.org.

St. Bridget of Ireland Parish, 404 E. Vine St., Liberty. Oktoberfest, 4-11 p.m., Mass at 4 p.m., German meal for $15 served 4-7 p.m., adult and children’s games begin 5 p.m., handmade crafts, beer/wine garden, cash raffle, poker, games of chance, free admission. Information: 765-825-8578, secretary@stgabrielconnersville.org.

Most Sacred Heart of Jesus School parking lot, 1840 E. Eighth St., Jeffersonville. Street Dance, 7-11 p.m., school fundraiser, live music, food trucks, kids’ area, $10 admission. Information: 812-283-3123, info@sacredheartschool.us.

September 17

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, Pump House Studio, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Bluegrass Jam, 5:30 p.m., free. Information: franciscansusa.org/bluegrass-jam.

St. Michael Parish, 101 St. Michaels Dr., Charlestown. Septemberfest, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., chicken dinner, games, quilt and cash raffles, silent auction, free admission. Information: 812-256-3200, stmichaelsecretary@northclarkcountycatholic.org.

St. Meinrad Parish, 19570 N. 4th St., St. Meinrad. Annual Fall Picnic, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. CT, outdoor dining pavilion, food court, famous soup, German tenderloins, fried chicken dinners, live music, raffles, free admission. Information: 812-357-5533, info@myparishfamily.church.

September 20

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

St. John the Evangelist Parish, 10701 Olcott Ave, St. John, Ind. (Gary Diocese). DiscipleShift Conference for Parish Leaders, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. CT, registration opens 8 a.m. CT, speakers include co-founder of Divine Renovation Ron Huntley, National Director of Alpha USA in the Catholic Context Josh Danis and Father Sammie Maletta, lunch included, $75, diocesan discounts available. Information, registration: discipleshiftconference.com, hr@stjohnparish.org, 219-365-5678, ext. 269.

Indianapolis Marriott Downtown, 350 W. Maryland St., Indianapolis. Celebrate Life Dinner, 6 p.m. registration, 6:45 p.m. dinner and awards, 8 p.m. filmmaker, author and actor Alex Kendrick presenting, benefitting Right to Life of Indianapolis, $75 individual, $750 table of 10, $525 student table, sponsorships available. Information, registration: rtlindy.org/annual-right-to-life-dinner, 317-582-1526.

September 21

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

Mt. Gilad Church, 6019 E. State Road 144, Mooresville. Right to Life Johnson and Morgan Counties Banquet, 6:30 p.m., keynote by Greg Mayo—local author of Almost Daddy, with legislative update by Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita, $35 per person, register by Sept. 14. Information, registration: 317-560-0678, RightToLifeJMC@gmail.com.

September 21-23

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 5333 E. Washington St., Indianapolis. Fall Festival, Thurs. 5-10 p.m., Fri. 5-10 p.m. with concert 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Sat. 2 p.m.-midnight, $5,000 raffle grand prize, pull tabs, Texas Hold’em, poker, carnival rides, kids’ games, silent auction, live bands, food, three parking lots: Lot 1 at Our Lady of Lourdes, 5333 E. Washington St.; Lot 2 at Oakley Hammond Funeral Home, 5342 E. Washington St.; Lot 3 at Mundell and Associates, 110 S. Downey Ave. Information: 317-356-7291, ollfallfest.org, ollfallfest@gmail.com.

September 22

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. JoJo’s Jumpstart Foundation Birthday Bash, 7-11 p.m., scholarship fundraiser, live and silent auctions, heavy hors d’oeuvres, open bar, live music by Six Figures, casual attire, $75, register by Sept. 21. Information, registration: jojosjumpstart.org/donate, 317-260-8015, jojosjumpstart@gmail.com.

September 22-23

St. Malachy Parish, 9833 E. County Rd. 750 N., Brownsburg. Country Fair and Hog Roast, Fri. 4-11 p.m., Sat. 3-11 p.m., food, drinks, midway, beer tent, silent auction, kids’ games, live music: Fri. My Yellow Rickshaw, Sat. Trace Thompson, Another Round and 45 RPM, free admission. Information: 317-852-3195.

September 23

All Saints Parish, St. John the Baptist Campus, 25743 State Route 1, Guilford. Married Couples Parenting Retreat, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., presented by Michael and Alicia Hernon of The Messy Family Project ministry, includes breakfast and lunch, free but registration required. Information, registration: 812-576-4302, clairekeck.asp@gmail.com.

St. Michael the Archangel Parish, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. 75th Anniversary Reverse Raffle and Silent Auction, 6:30 p.m., $25 ticket for $500 raffle, $50 for $1,500 raffle, dinner included, beer and wine available for purchase. Information, tickets: 317-926-7359, rectory@saintmichaelindy.org.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, Pump House Studio, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Monarch Festival, noon-8 p.m., regional arts festival, live entertainment, food trucks, local beer and wine, kids’ zone, butterfly experience, free admission. Information/artist registration: monarchmountfest.com/artist-registration.

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

September 23-24

Project Joseph Retreat for Men Suffering from Abortion, central Indiana location will be given upon registration. Information, registration: David, 765-860-6006, dlbangs1@gmail.com, Facebook “Project Joseph Indiana.”

St. Gabriel Parish, 232 W. 9th St., Connersville. Fall Festival, Sat. 3-11 p.m. (Mass 4 p.m.), Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (Mass 10:30 a.m.), cash raffle, wine bingo, axe throwing, casino games, kids’ games, horse rides, bakery, corn hole tournament, live music, Sat. German food, Sun. chicken dinner, free admission. Information. 765-825-8578, secretary@stgabrielconnersville.org.

September 24

St. Mark Parish, 5377 Acorn Rd., Tell City. Shooting Match and Festival, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., ham and beef shoot, raffle, handmade quilts, country story with produce, chili, homemade pies, hamburger, chicken sandwiches, brats, food prices vary, free admission. Information: 812-836-2481, stmark@psci.net.

St. Michael Parish, 11400 Farmer’s Lane NE, Greenville. Annual Chicken and Homemade Dumpling Dinner, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Mass at 11 a.m., meal service ends at 2:30 p.m., dine-in or carry-out, fried chicken with homemade dumplings, slaw, choice of pie, meal price TBD, raffles, handmade quilts, cake booth, children's corner, silent auction, Nanna’s Attic, free admission. Information: 812-364-6646, katieelderst.michaels@gmail.com.

St. Michael the Archangel Parish, Parish Life Center, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. International Tastes of St. Michael, noon-2 p.m., for those with past or present connections to the parish, free sampling of international foods prepared by parishioners, preceded by 11 a.m. Mass with Archbishop Charles C. Thompson for parish’s 75th anniversary. Information: 317-926-7359, rectory@saintmichaelindy.org.

September 26

St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, 4625 N. Kenwood Ave., Indianapolis. Mass for the Season of Creation, 6 p.m., Archbishop Charles C. Thompson celebrant, sponsored by ArchIndy Creation Care Ministry, refreshments and fellowship following, free. Information: ourcommonhome.org/soc, 317-253-1461.

September 27

St. Mary Parish Food Tent at Persimmon Festival in Mitchell, 4:30-7 p.m., corner of 7th and Main St., Italian dinner, cost TBD. Information: 812-849-3570, stmarysmitchell294@gmail.com.

September 29-30

Holy Name of Jesus Parish, 89 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Oktoberfest, 5-11 p.m., kids’ zone, beer garden, food, health fair, raffle, live music: Fri. Monarch Band and the Woomblies Rock Orchestra, Sat. Colin Hawk and Trainwreck, free admission. Information: 317-784-5454, parishadmin@holyname.cc.

September 30

Primo Banquet Hall, 2615 National Ave., Indianapolis. Angels of Grace Awards Luncheon, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., honoring Sandra Ziebold, CEO of Beacon of Hope Crisis Center; Theresa Weisenbach, founder of Megan Weisenbach Foundation; Kim Striby, teacher at Roncalli High School in Indianapolis; $45. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/angels-of-grace, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

St. Augustine Parish, 315 E. Chestnut St., Jeffersonville. Octoberfest, 3-10 p.m., dance in parking lot, live music by The Louisville Crashers, food and beer trucks, no coolers, outside food or beverages allowed, $5 admission after 6 p.m. Information: 812-282-2677, kueding@jeffersonvillecatholic.org.

St. Lawrence Church, 4600 N. Shadeland Ave, Indianapolis. Cultural Delights Day, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., celebration of nationalities including Nigerian, Latino, Haitian and Korean, proceeds benefit St. Lawrence Parish and Adani Care Foundation which aids widows and orphans in rural Nigeria, reverse raffle, music, food, wine, beer, suggested donation of $20 individual, $50 families. Information: 317-658-9754, team@adanicare.org.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 5692 Central Ave., Indianapolis. Oktoberfest 2023 Fun Run 5K, 9 a.m., 5K or 1-mile options, $10 children, $15 adult, $40 family of three or more. Information, registration: 317-257-2266, cutt.ly/IHMfunrun23.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 5692 Central Ave., Indianapolis. Oktoberfest 2023, 4-11 p.m., food, drinks, live music, entertainment, free admission. Information: 317-257-2266, ihmindy.org/oktoberfest.

October 1

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, Pump House Studio, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Bluegrass Jam, 5:30 p.m., free. Information: franciscansusa.org/bluegrass-jam.

Holy Family Parish, 3027 Pearl St., Oldenburg. Parish Festival, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., fried chicken dinners, turtle soup, adult and kids’ games, money raffle, quilt raffle, basket raffle, silent auction, country store, pet blessing, free admission. Information: 812-934-3013, holyfamilycheryl@gmail.com.

St. John Paul II Parish, 2253 St. Joe Rd., W., Sellersburg. Turkey Shoot/Chicken Dinner/Fall Festival, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., chicken dinner with homemade dumplings, booths, raffles, handmade quilts, kids’ games, country store, free admission. Information: 812-246-2512.

October 3

St. Bartholomew Parish, 1306 27th St., Columbus. Living Laudato Si’: Care for our Common Home Globally and Locally, 7-8 p.m., archdiocesan Laudato Si’ action platform representative Andrew Miller presenting, free. Information: 812-379-9353.

October 4

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.

Holy Spirit Parish, Environmental Concerns Small Group: Social Action and Civic Love, 6:30-8 p.m., six independent sessions (Oct. 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8), free, register by Oct. 2. Information, registration: 317-520-4841, lsheehan@archindy.org.

October 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, 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 6 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 Road W., Sellersburg. First Friday Devotion, 11:40 a.m., litany, consecration to the Sacred Heart, Divine Mercy Chaplet followed by noon Mass. Information: 812-246-2512.

October 7

St. John Paul II Church, 2253 St. Joe Road 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.

Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, 4000 Parnell

Ave., Fort Wayne. (Fort Wayne South Bend Diocese). Kingdom Builders Catholic Women’s Conference: Magnify! 8 a.m.-4 p.m., doors open 7 a.m., qualifies as a Regional Eucharistic Revival Event, featuring Catholic author Lisa Cotter, entrepreneur Kristin Reilly, Kingdom Builders Foundress Mary Jo Parrish, Mass celebrant Bishop Kevin C. Rhoads, $70 until Sept 1, $80 after Sept. 1, reserved table for eight $600, includes breakfast, lunch, unlimited beverages, Mass, confession vendors, sponsorship opportunities available. Information, registration: BuildingThroughHim.com/conference.

Tripton Park, 502 S. Madison Ave., North Vernon. Missy’s Hope Maternity Home 5K Walk/Run, 8 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. race start, medals for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place adults 18 and older, teenagers ages 13-17 and children ages 8-12, $25, register by Sept. 23 for T-shirt. Information, registration: cutt.ly/missyshope5k23.

Monthly Prayer with Sisters of Providence: “Sisters of Providence Feast Days,” for single Catholic women ages 18-42, via Zoom, 7-7:45 p.m., seventh day of each month. Information, registration: Events.SistersofProvidence.org, 361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org.

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General Announcements 

Fr. Chester P. Smith National Black Catholic Men’s Conference set for Oct. 12-15 in Louisville

The Fr. Chester P. Smith National Black Catholic Men’s Conference will take place at the Marriott Louisville Downtown, 280 W. Jefferson St., in Louisville, Ky., on Oct. 12-14.

The conference is sponsored by the Bowman-Francis Ministry, founded and located in Indianapolis.

This year’s conference will feature keynote addresses by Louisville Archbishop Shelton J. Fabre,

Rev. Andre Barns of “I’m Just Saying … Dre’!” ministry, Bowman-Francis Ministry co-founder Society of the Divine Word Father Kenneth Hamilton, The Catholic Center at AUC Lyke House chaplain Society of the Divine Word Father Urey Mark, and Marc Guess.

The conference will offer 20 workshops, praise and worship, Mass, music by Men in the Fire, vocational vendors, a health fair and more.

The cost is $150 for ages 18 and older, and $100 for ages 17 and younger.

Hotel rooms are available at the Marriott Louisville Downtown for $239 per night through Sept. 19, and $351 per night after Sept. 19. Self-parking is $40, and valet parking is $45. To book a room, go to cutt.ly/nbcmc23book or call 888-236-2427.

To defray costs, scholarships are now available. E-mail catechesis@archindy.org for details.

For more information or to register for the conference, go to bowmanfrancis.org or call 317-800-1621.

 

Two six-week Project Hope groups will begin in September

Two six-week Project Hope mental health peer groups will begin meeting in mid-September at two Indianapolis parishes: St. Jude, 5353 McFarland Road, on Tuesdays from Sept. 12-Oct. 24 (except for Oct. 10), and St. Luke the Evangelist, 7575 Holliday Dr. E., on Wednesdays from Sept. 13-Oct. 25 (except for Oct. 11). Both groups meet from 6:30-8 p.m.

Project Hope is a new ministry of the archdiocesan Office of Human Life and Dignity’s Mental Health Ministry. It is a faith-based mental health support group where participants can encounter Jesus through community, support and Scripture. Participants will have the opportunity to share their experiences and process challenges through the lens of Scripture and Catholic teaching.

A group will consist of 8-10 adults, including a facilitator who is a mental health professional. Each meeting will include time for checking in and sharing, prayer, reflecting on Scripture, and fellowship.

For more information or to register, go to cutt.ly/ProjectHope0923 or contact Brie Anne Varick at 317-236-1543 or bvarick@archindy.org. Also contact Brie Anne for information on starting a Project Hope group in your parish.

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Retreats and Programs

September 8-10

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

September 11

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Divine Wine and Art, 5-9 p.m. artist Hayley Oliverio, $45 includes snacks, wine and program. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

September 12

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.

September 13

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

September 15-17

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Miracle of Chartres, Benedictine Father Noel Mueller presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

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-091523 or 317-545-7681. Information on program: archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 x. 106 or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.

September 16

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Mary, Martha and a Spirituality for Women, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Catholic spiritual director and award-winning author Susan Yanos presenting, includes lunch, $85 credit card, $80 cash or check. Registration: benedictinn.org/programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

September 29-October 1

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Eucharist: What Did Jesus Have in Mind? Benedictine Father Jeremy King 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.-12:30 p.m. Sun., Christine Turo-Shields certified therapist, Father Jim Farrell, Providence Sister Connie Kramer and loss survivors Judy Proctor and Lisa Thibault presenting, commuter rate $35, includes meals, private guest room to use during day, Mass, program materials; overnight accommodations available for $30. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681 or lcoons@archindy.org.

September 30

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Spiritual Living: A Way of Life, 9:30-11:30 a.m., social worker Rick Wright presenting, $30, $45 with CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

October 4

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, in person or via Zoom, 2-3 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Plein Air Classes: Painting the Autumn Landscape, 9:30-11:30 a.m., third of five stand-alone sessions (Oct. 11, 18), learn outdoor painting techniques from Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, open to all levels, bring paints, canvases and brushes; chairs, easels and drawing tables provided, $30 per session. Registration: lnkiy.in/10-4-plein-air or 812-923-8817.

October 5

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, Pump House Studio, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Intertwined: New Works by Karen Boone, Artist Talk, 6 p.m., “Making Healthy Choices When Creating Art” by sculptor Karen Boone, free. Information: franciscansusa.org/event/intertwined.

October 6

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. A Day of Quiet Renewal, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $20, $80 with spiritual direction. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

October 6-7

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Encountering Jesus Through Prayer—A Pathway to Inner Peace, 6:30 p.m. Fri.-4 p.m. Sat., retired Father Steve Schaftlein presenting, includes room and meals, $175 credit card, $170 cash or check. Registration: benedictinn.org/programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

October 6-8

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

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Being and Belonging Weekend Retreat, 6 p.m. Fri.-1:30 p.m. Sun., for individuals experiencing divorce, Father Jim Farrell facilitating, $190, includes room with shared bathroom, meals and program. Information, registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

October 7

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Ecology Program, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Ambassador of Pope Francis for Laudato Si’ John Mundell, presenting, $30, $45 with CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

October 8

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talk: St. Hildegard of Bingen, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $30, $45 with CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

October 9-13

St. Francis Retreat Center, 703 E. Main St., Dewitt, Mich. (Lansing Diocese). Catholic Writers Retreat, 3 p.m. Mon.-3 p.m. Fri., sponsored by Catholic Writers Guild, daily reflections led by author, speaker and journalist Deacon Greg Kendra, $875 includes single room, snacks and meals, register by Oct. 1. Information, registration: catholicwritersguild.org/writers-retreat, 317-460-9313, retreat@catholicwritersguild.com.

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 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.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Plein Air Classes: Painting the Autumn Landscape, 9:30-11:30 a.m., fourth of five stand-alone sessions (Oct. 18), learn outdoor painting techniques from Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, open to all levels, bring paints, canvases and brushes; chairs, easels and drawing tables provided, $30 per session. Registration: lnkiy.in/10-11-plein-air or 812-923-8817.

October 18

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Leadership for Catholic Laity, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting $55. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Plein Air Classes: Painting the Autumn Landscape, 9:30-11:30 a.m., fifth of five stand-alone sessions, learn outdoor painting techniques from Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, open to all levels, bring paints, canvases and brushes; chairs, easels and drawing tables provided, $30 per session. Registration: lnkiy.in/10-18-plein-air or 812-923-8817.

October 20-22

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.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Peace in the Mourning Grief Retreat, 6 p.m. Fri.-1 p.m. Sun., for widows, Father Jim Farrell, Sister of Providence Connie Kramer and Nancy Pinard presenting, $200, includes room with shared bathroom, meals and program. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

October 21

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. My Beautiful, Broken Self—A SoulCollage Journey of Healing, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Benedict Inn marketing director Kathy Perron presenting, includes lunch and supplies, $80 credit card, $75 cash or check. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

October 23-27

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

October 24

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

October 28

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. The Body, Mind and Spirit: Wholeness and Holiness, 9:30-11:30 a.m., doctor of nursing practice and professor of faith community nursing for Marian University Lorie Hacker presenting, $30, $45 with CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

November 1

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, in person or via Zoom, 2-3 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

November 3

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. A Day of Quiet Renewal, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $20, $80 with spiritual direction. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

November 3-5

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Art of Michelangelo: Sculptor, Painter, Poet, Benedictine Father Noel Mueller presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

November 4

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Osteopathy as an Expression of Franciscan Values in Body, Mind and Spirit, 9:30-11:30 a.m., doctor of osteopathy and professor for Marian University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine David C. Eland presenting, $30, $45 with CEU. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

November 6

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Desert Mothers and Fathers: Ancient Voices, Contemporary Issues, 6:30-8 p.m., Benedictine Sister Jennifer Mechtild Horner presenting, $30 credit card, $25 cash or check. Information, registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

November 14

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.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $30, dinner additional $10. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

November 17-19

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Hymns to the Mother of God, Benedictine Father Colman Grabert presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

November 18

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Grieving Our Losses, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, $45, includes lunch and Mass. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.  

November 21

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Advent Workshop: “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!” 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, Benedictine Father Jeremy King presenting, $55. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

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