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The Coming Month
November 28
St. Louis de Montfort Parish, Craig Willy Hall, 11441 Hauge Road, Fishers, Ind. (Lafayette Diocese). Thanksgiving Dinner, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., dine-in or take-out, includes turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, rolls and dessert, free. Information: 317-517-4256.
November 29-Jan. 5
St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Parish, 23345 Gavin Lane, Bright. Bright Lights Drive-Thru Christmas Light Display, Mon.-Sat. 6-10 p.m. and Sun. 6-9 p.m., Nov. 29 opening night concert by My Brother’s Keeper 7 p.m., display and concert are free. Information: 513-788-1596, brightlightsdcc@gmail.com.
December 1
St. Matthew the Apostle Parish, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent Evening of Music and Reflection, 6 p.m., featuring choir, handbell choir and other instrumentalists, free. Information: 317-257-4297, bulletin@saintmatt.org.
December 4
MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5:30-8:30 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.
Marian University Marian Hall Theatre, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. Free Advent Concert, 6:30-8 p.m., featuring Catholic composer John Angotti, contemporary renditions of traditional Advent and Christmas carols, light refreshments to follow, penance service following from 8-9 p.m. Information: jgarcia@marian.edu.
December 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.
SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral Parish, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Young Adult Catholics First Friday Adoration, 7-7:15 p.m. social in rectory, 7:15-7:30 p.m.
reflection in Blessed Sacrament Chapel, 7:30-8:30 p.m. eucharistic adoration and confession in chapel, 8:30-9 p.m. social in rectory, free. Information: 317-592-4006, emastronicola@archindy.org, indycatholic.org.
December 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, confession 8-8:30 a.m. followed by 8:30 a.m. Mass. Information: 812-246-2512.
Virtual Prayer with the Sisters of Providence, 7-7:45 p.m., for single women ages 18-42, prayer and sharing on topic of anger. Information, registration: events.sistersofprovidence.org, 361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org.
St. Mark the Evangelist Parish, 535 E. Edgewood Ave., Indianapolis. SPREAD Advent Retreat, 1-5:30 p.m., for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, includes 4:30 p.m. Mass. Information: 317-236-1448, jbryans@archindy.org.
December 8
St. Monica Parish, 6131
N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis. Mass in French / Messe en français, 5 p.m. / 18h, coordinated by ACFADI (Apostolat des Catholiques Francophones de l’ Archidiocèse d’ Indianapolis), second Sunday of each month / le deuxième dimanche de chaque mois. Information: acfadi2014@gmail.com, rvermett@iu.edu.
Marian University, Norman Center Room 222, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. People of Peace OFS Monthly Meeting, 12:30-3 p.m., explore Franciscan spirituality with lay Franciscans, free. Information: 317-762-6259, popofsindy@gmail.com.
December 9
Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, Madonna Hall, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. Confraternity of Christian Mothers, 6 p.m. Mass followed by meeting, for all Catholic women, free. Information: 217-638-7433, paulabeechler@gmail.com.
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Leave the Light On, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., sacrament of reconciliation, no appointment needed. Information: 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
December 10
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.
December 15
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Stations of the Nativity, 2-3 p.m., outdoor stations from Annunciation through Flight into Egypt, led by Father Keith Hosey, will move to chapel for inclement weather, free. Information: 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
December 18
Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Christmas Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-784-4439, catholiccemeteries.cc.
Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence, Providence Hall Dining Room, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Memory Café, 2-3:30 p.m., third Wednesday of each month, for people with early-to-moderate memory loss and their caregivers, beverages and snacks provided, free. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2873, memorycafe@spsmw.org.
December 19
Our Lady of Peace Cemetery and Mausoleum, 9001 Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. Christmas Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-574-8898, catholiccemeteries.cc.
December 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 Dec. 17. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.
December 21
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Service of the Longest Night, 6 p.m. CT, for those struggling with loss during the Christmas season, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke facilitating, light refreshments to follow, RSVP requested, free. Information, RSVPs: info@abbeycaskets.com, 800-987-7380.
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General Announcements
The Village Dove to host book signing with author Ken Ogorek on Dec. 6
Ken Ogorek, co-author of Breaking the Bread: A Biblical Devotion for Catholics, will be at The Village Dove, 6935 Lake Plaza Drive, B3, in Indianapolis, for a book signing from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Dec. 6.
The executive director of the Secretariat for Evangelizing Catechesis in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, Ogorek co-wrote the book with Scripture scholar Scott Hahn.
The new devotional reflects on the lectionary cycle for Year C of the Sunday Masses. Year A and Year B have already been released.
The easy-to-use devotional also includes carefully selected passages from the Catechism of the Catholic Church that provide an overview of the Church’s basic doctrinal and moral teachings, challenging readers to greater fidelity to Christ.
Coffee and snacks will be provided at the book signing, and a copy of the book signed by co-author Scott Hahn will be raffled to benefit Catholic Charities.
For more information, call
The Village Dove at 317-845-5487.
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Retreats and Programs
November 22-24
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. “Being & Belonging” Retreat for Separated and Divorced Catholics, 6 p.m. Fri.-1:30 p.m. Sun., Father James Farrell with team, $210 includes program, meals, snacks, two overnight stays in private room with shared bathroom, Mass on Sunday. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
November 23
Mystics and Fellowship virtual program, 9-10:30 a.m., sponsored by Sisters of Providence, second of four independent sessions (Feb. 22 and March 29, 2025), register by Nov. 20, $25 per session. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.
December 2
Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Road, Mt. St. Francis. Advent Reflections: An Evening in the Chapel, O Antiphons, and the Wisdom of Pope Francis, 6:30-8:30 p.m., facilitated by Judy Ribar, free. Information, RSVP: mountsaintfrancis.org/advent-evening-of-reflection, 812-923-8817.
December 4
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, 2-3:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
December 5
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Trust on the Road to Bethlehem—Evening of Reflection, 5-9 p.m., author Stephanie Engelman presenting, includes Mass, dinner and program, $45. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
December 6
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Trust on the Road to Bethlehem—Day of Reflection, 9a.m.-2 p.m., author Stephanie Engelman presenting, includes Mass, lunch and program, $45. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
December 7
Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Advent Day of Reflection: “The Word was made flesh and dwelt in Mary,” 9 a.m.-noon., Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate Father Matthias Sasko facilitating, free. Information, sack lunch purchase: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, motheroftheredeemer.com.
December 10, 11, 12
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent Days of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $45 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $32 per night, dinner additional $11 per meal. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
December 13-15
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: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
December 14
Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Advent Family Day: Preparing Your Heart and Home for Christmas, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Judy Ribar facilitating, includes lunch, retreat materials, arts and crafts materials, $75 per family. Information, registration: retreats@mountsaintfrancis.org, 812-923-8817, tinyurl.com/adventfamily24.
December 20
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.
December 21
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Advent Mindfulness Retreat: Cultivating Peace Within, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, $30, $45 with CEUs. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
December 22
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talks— Divine Presence: Mary's Journey, 10:45 a.m.-noon, Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, online option available, freewill donation. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
December 27-29
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Young Adult Retreat, 5 p.m. Fri. (vespers)-1 p.m. Sun. (lunch), for young adults ages 18-39, quiet day of reflection with spiritual direction available, includes overnight accommodations and meals, $50 single room. Registration: 812-357-6501, yae@saintmeinrad.edu.
January 9
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $45, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $32, dinner additional $11. Registration: archindy.org/fatima-events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
January 10
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.
January 11
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Grieving into Love, 9:30-11:30 a.m., chaplain and counselor Richard Brendan presenting, $30. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
January 17-19
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. TOBIT Marriage Preparation Weekend, 7 p.m. Fri.-11:45 a.m. Sun., $330 per couple, separate rooms, includes meals and materials. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. “Silence, Solitude & The Presence of God,” 5 p.m. Fri.-10 a.m. Sun., Friar of the Immaculate Gabriel M. Cortes facilitating, $241 for single, $302.90 double, $368 triple, $433.12 quadruple, includes four meals and room for two nights, commuters $50.70 includes lunch and dinner on Sat. Information, registration: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, motheroftheredeemer.com.
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Making “Soma” from “Sarx:” The Transformative Power of the Gospel, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
January 25
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. St. Paul’s Conversion and Ours; An Experience of Metanoia, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CT, Jane Feliz Rush presenting, includes lunch, $75. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
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