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The Coming Month

February 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.

February 9, 23

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.

February 11

St. John the Evangelist Parish Hall, Pan Am Building first floor, 126 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis. Pro-Life Film Series: “Trans Mission: What’s the Rush to Reassign Gender?” doors open 6 p.m., 6:30-9:30 p.m., documentary viewing followed by panel discussion, freewill offering. Information: 317-407-6881 or smdye1@gmail.com.

“Discern with a Sister” virtual session, 6:30-7:45 p.m., offered by Providence Sister Denise Wilkinson, Catholic women ages 18-42, free. Information, registration: MiniRetreat.SistersofProvidence.org, 361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org.

February 12

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, provctr@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, 10655 Haverstick Rd., Carmel, Ind. (Lafayette Diocese). A Loving Gift: Advance Care Planning Conference, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.,

doors open 9:30 a.m., panelists include Father James Farrell; Elliott Bedford—Director of Ethics Integration for Ascension St. Vincent; Carol Applegate—lawyer, and Jan Gaddis—Faith Community Nurse Franciscan Health, refreshments included, free, seating limited to 100, registration required. Information and registration: bit.ly/hm-advancedcareplanning.

February 14

St. Simon the Apostle Parish, St. Elizabeth Room, 8155 Oaklandon Rd., Indianapolis. SHIP (Singles Hoping Involved Partnership),

7-9 p.m., fellowship ministry for singles ages 45 and older, potluck pitch-in with desserts and dance lessons, wear red for St. Valentine’s Day, free. Information: martinlow8@cs.com 317-826-6000.

February 16

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

Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 5333 E. Washington St., Indianapolis. Irish Music Concert, 7 p.m., stories, poetry and sing-alongs, free. Information: jfleak@ollindy.org or 317-356-7291.

February 17

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.

February 18

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, Julie Roe Lach, Commissioner of the Horizon League 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 Feb. 15. Information and registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

February 18-21

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Foley Room, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Used Book Sale, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., items not priced but freewill donations appreciated. Information: 812-535-2947 or lindenleafgifts@spsmw.org.

February 19

St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. Helpers of God’s Most Precious Infants Prayer Vigil for Life, 8:30 a.m. Mass, then prayer partners will carpool to Clinic for Women at 3607 W. 16th St. for vigil. Information: eric@romancatholicgentleman.com.

February 21

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.

February 25

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Food for the Soul: Culinary Tasting Event, 7-9 p.m., features local ethical, sustainable, Christian- and minority-owned restaurants, caterers, breweries and crop share associations, six tasting tickets $35, 10 tasting tickets $50, 15 tasting tickets and early entry $75. Information and registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/food-for-the-soul or 812-923-8817.

February 26

East Central High School Performing Arts Center, 1 Trojan Place, St. Leon. E6 Catholic Men’s Conference, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., doors open 6:30 a.m., talks begin 8 a.m., presenters include author Matthew Kelly, Catholic radio host Gus Lloyd and Father Vincent Lampert, online option available, clergy and religious free, $10 livestream, $25 high school and college students, $40 general admission. Information and registration: e6catholicmensconference.com.

March 2

St. Louis School, 17 E. St. Louis Pl., Batesville. Kindergarten Roundup, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., registration event for kindergarten for children reaching age 5 by Aug. 1, bring birth certificate, baptismal record (if applicable) and immunization records. Information and registration appointment: cutt.ly/SLK22signup or 812-934-3310.

March 4

Women’s Care Center, 4901 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. First Friday Mass, 5 p.m., Father John McCaslin celebrating, optional tour of center to follow. Information: 317-829-6800, womenscarecenter.org.

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General Announcements 

Sisters of Providence accepting Providence Associate applications through May 31

The Providence Associate program of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods in St. Mary-of-the-Woods, is accepting applications for Providence Associates through May 31.

If you are looking for spiritual enrichment, support, a community, or a sense of mission, God may be nudging you to become a Providence Associate of the Sisters of Providence.

Providence Associates are women and men of faith, ages 18 and older, who share their own unique gifts and talents with others while walking with the Sisters of Providence.

The Providence Associate relationship with the Sisters of Providence began in 2007. Currently, there are nearly 300 Providence Associates in the United States and Taiwan.

Accepted applicants spend a year meeting one-on-one on a regular basis with a Sister of Providence or another Providence Associate companion. During the meetings, the candidates and their companions learn and share about Providence spirituality.

Accepted candidates attend an orientation at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods in November. Following the orientation, the candidate and companion usually meet once a month—in person, virtually or by phone—for the coming year.

For more information, go to ProvidenceAssociates.org or contact one of the following Providence Associate co-directors: Debbie Dillow at 317-250-3294 or ddillow@spsmw.org, or Providence Sister Sue Paweski at 312-909-7492 or spaweski@spsmw.org. †

Franciscan Health, partners to offer free art therapy sessions to help victims of violence

Free monthly, 4-week art courses called “Take it Out in Art!” designed to help victims of violence will be held beginning in February in Classroom 5 at the Franciscan Education and Support Services Center, 421 N. Emerson Ave., in Greenwood A traumatic event can dramatically change one’s life, and the road to recovery can be daunting. But there are ways to help cope and continue a person’s healing journey.

That’s why Franciscan Health Indianapolis, Franciscan Care Management and Beacon of Hope Crisis Center are offering a new program to help victims of violence. “Take It Out in Art!” is a free class intended for any victim of violence.

Most monthly series consist of four weekly 2-hour sessions, with some exceptions.

The monthly courses will be offered as follows:

• Feb. 10-March 3, Thursdays, 7-9 p.m.
• March 25-April 15, Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon
• April 21-May 12, Thursdays, 7-9 p.m.
• May 20-June 10, Fridays, 2-4 p.m.
• June 16-July 14, Thursdays, 7-9 p.m.
• July 22-Aug. 12, Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon
• Aug. 18-Sept. 15, Thursdays, 7-9 p.m.
• Sept. 23-Oct. 4, Fridays, 2-4 p.m.
• Oct. 20-Nov. 10, Thursdays, 7-9 p.m.
• Nov. 18-Dec. 16, Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon

The classes will be led by Caroline Fisher, RN, and artist Patty Coulter. Supplies will be provided, but participants may bring their own paint brushes.

Each class is limited to 10, and people must wear masks and practice safe social distancing.

Registration is required. To register, contact Caroline Fisher at 317-528-5440 or rosiecaro@aol.com.

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Retreats and Programs

February 7

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Keeping a Spiritual Journal, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., includes lunch, $75. Information and registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/spiritual-journal or 812-923-8817.

February 7, 14, 21, 28

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. “Brother Bob’s Bible Study,” Mondays 10:30 a.m. or 6:30 p.m., led by Andrew Hennessy, free. Information and registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/bible-study or 812-923-8817.

February 9, March 9

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.

February 11-13, March 11-13

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Beyond the Fantastic! for married couples, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

February 12

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Pilgrimage: Charity, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., walking hike pilgrimage lead by Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, bring water bottle and lunch, rain or shine, $25. Information and registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/pilgrimage or 812-923-8817.

February 14

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of the common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $28 per person, dinner additional $9. Registration: cutt.ly/fatimaretreats, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

February 18-20

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Shelter in Place: Weekend Retreat, Fri. 6:30 p.m.-Sun. 1 p.m., Father Jeffrey Godecker facilitating, includes room, meals, $200. Registration: cutt.ly/fatimaretreats, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

February 18

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: 812-934-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

February 19

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. St. Hildegard of Bingen, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $25, Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting. Information and registration: 812-934-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

February 20

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talks “Transform & Transcend: Doing My Inner Work—Potentiality,” 10:45 a.m.-noon, Franciscan Sister Mary Ann Stoffregen presenting, online option available, freewill donation. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

February 26

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Women’s Retreat: “Watch One Hour with Me,” 9 a.m.-5 p.m., $50 includes meals, additional $100 for optional overnight stay. Information and registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/womens-retreat or 812-923-8817.

March 1-3

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Freedom Through Forgiveness, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 2

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. The Cross: The Heart of the Lenten Journey, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Benedictine Sister Betty Drewes presenting, $65, includes lunch. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

March 3

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Divine Wine & Art with Heart: Wine and canvas with a spiritual twist! 5-9 p.m., includes program, wine, snacks, painting supplies, limit of 16 people, $45. Registration: cutt.ly/fatimaretreats, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 8

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Coffee and Conversation, 8-11:30 a.m., first of five individual sessions (March 15, 22, 29, April 5) based on Ann Voskamp’s book One Thousand Gifts, Patty Moore presenting, $25 per session or $100 for the series, journals provided. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

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