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The Coming Month

December 6-January 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., free. Information: 513-788-1596, brightlightsdcc@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 14

Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Youth Volunteer Day, noon-5 p.m., ages 12-18, assist residents in attending Christmas Fun at the Woods celebration at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Information, registration: teenvolunteer.sistersofprovidence.org, jluna@spsmw.org, 361-500-9505.

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Christmas Fun at the Woods, 1:30-4:30 p.m., includes crafts, alpaca visits, wagon rides, storytelling, face painting, bake sale, cake walk, tours of St. Mother Theodore Guérin Shrine and Blessed Sacrament Chapel. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spmsw.org.

December 15

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Stations of the Nativity, 2-3 p.m., Father Keith Hosey leads outdoor stations from Annunciation through Flight into Egypt, will move to chapel for inclement weather, free. Information: 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

December 15-23

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Simbang Gabi Christmas Novena of Masses, 6 p.m., a Filipino tradition. Information: mariasolito@yahoo.com.

December 17

Monastery Immaculate Conception, 802 E 10th St., Ferdinand, Ind. (Evansville Diocese). An Intimate Advent Evening for Women Considering Life as a Religious Sister, 5 p.m., includes evening prayer and supper, free. Information, registration: vocation@thedome.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, Ken Britt, chief operating officer and chancellor of Marian University, presenting “Marian University 3.0: The Changing Landscape of Education and the Catholic University Response,” festive holiday apparel encouraged, 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 Chapel, 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.
 

2025

January 3-5

Cincinnati, Ohio (location given upon registration). Retrouvaille Retreat, for those in a struggling marriage. Information, registration: 513-258-8622, CincinnatiRetrouvaille@gmail.com, helpourmarriage.org.

January 7

Virtual Prayer with the Sisters of Providence, 7-7:45 p.m., for single women ages 18-42, prayer and sharing on topic of vulnerability. Information, registration: events.sistersofprovidence.org, 361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org.

January 8

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.

January 12

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.

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General Announcements 

St. John the Evangelist Parish in Indy will relaunch its Christkindl Village event on Dec. 13-14

St. John the Evangelist Parish will host a Christkindl Village event at 126 W. Georgia St., in Indianapolis, from 5-10 p.m. on Dec. 13 and from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. on Dec. 14.

The parish’s long-standing annual Christkindl Village event had been on hiatus for several years due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the construction of the parish’s new hall.

For the event’s relaunch, the Christkindl Village will be smaller than in years past but will still offer many familiar features: a live Nativity display, kids’ activities, ornament making and photos with St. Nicholas. German foods, roasted nuts, coffee, beer and wine will be available for purchase.

A sacred music festival will take place in the church at 6 p.m. on Dec. 14 featuring the parish’s musicians and choirs. Food and beverages will be served in the new parish hall.

There is no entry fee to attend the event.

For more information, call 317-635-2021 or e-mail office@stjohnsindy.org.

 

I Am the Immaculate Conception documentary will show in select theaters on Dec. 12, 14 and 17

An 80-minute documentary called I Am the Immaculate Conception will show in select theaters throughout the nation on Dec. 12, 14 and 17.

The documentary seeks to answer the question of why Mary called herself “the Immaculate Conception” when she appeared to St. Bernadette in Lourdes, France, in 1858.

Michael Kondrat (Faustina: Love and Mercy, 2019) directed the film in association with the Marians of the Immaculate Conception (MIC) congregation.

A press release notes that in the film “a group of eminent experts, including the Marian Fathers, analyze Greek texts of the holy Scripture, revelations and the dogma of the Immaculate Conception.” Dramatized scenes are used to help tell the story.

A bonus clip following the documentary features Msgr. Walter Rossi, rector of the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., “speaking about Mary’s historic role in American history and why the U.S. bishops urged consecration to Our Lady under the title of the Immaculate Conception,” the press release notes.

For more information about the documentary, to find a local theater showing the film or to order tickets, go to www.immaculatemovie2024.com.

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Retreats and Programs

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.

 

2025

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 and the Presence of God, 5 p.m. Fri.-10 a.m. Sun., Franciscan 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.

February 7

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.

February 8

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. The Power of the Jesus Touch: Healed, Transformed, Saved, 9:30-11:30 a.m., author Sandra Hartlieb presenting, $30. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

February 14-16

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Benedictine Wisdom for Married Life, Valentine’s Day retreat for married couples, Benedictine Father Simon Herrmann presenting, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

February 19

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.

February 22

Mystics and Fellowship virtual program, 9-10:30 a.m., sponsored by Sisters of Providence, third of four independent sessions (March 29), register by Feb. 19, $25 per session. Information, registration: events.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Wisdom Knowing and Wisdom Jesus, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., doctor of nursing Kay Jackson presenting, $40. Information, registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

February 25-27

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. A Contemplative Approach to the Lord’s Prayer, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

February 28

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.

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