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The Coming Month
June 12-13
Holy Angels Parish, 740 W. 28th St., Indianapolis. Music Festival, Fri. 5-10 p.m., Sat. 3-10 p.m., live music, food, vendors, children’s area, raffle. Information: 317-926-3324 or www.holyangelsindy.org.
Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Annual Italian Street Festival, 5-11 p.m., food, music. Information: 317-636-4478.
June 13
Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 1530 S. Union St., Indianapolis. Feast of the Sacred Heart Celebration Mass, 5 p.m., 75 year parishioners will be honored, dinner following Mass, 1125 S. Meridian St., door open, 6 p.m., seating limited. Reservations: 317-638-5551.
Michaela Farm, Sisters of St. Francis, Oldenburg. “Natural Farming,” 4 p.m., farm tours, silent auction, dinner, $50 per person, must be 21 years of age, reservations due June 1. Information: 812-933-6460 or ssiefert@oldenburgosf.com.
St. Mary-of-the-Knobs, 5719 Saint Marys Road, Floyds Knobs. 5th Annual KnobsFest, noon-midnight, music, booths, quilts, homestyle fried chicken dinner noon-6 p.m., dance 9 p.m.-midnight. Information: 812-923-3011.
June 14
St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. Mass in French, 1 p.m. Information: 317-523-4193 or acfadi2014@gmail.com.
St. Therese of the Infant Jesus (Little Flower) Church, 4720 E. 13th St., Indianapolis. Class of ’63 monthly gathering, 6 p.m. Mass, optional dinner afterward. Information: 317-408-6396.
Northside Knights of Columbus, 2100 E, 71st St., Indianapolis. Charity breakfast benefitting Catholic Radio Indy, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Information: 317-870-8400.
St. Benedict Church, 111 S. Ninth St., Terre Haute. Concert and historical anecdotes, German and time-period music as part of the parish’s 150th celebration, free, 3 p.m.
St. Paul Parish, 824 Jefferson St., Tell City. Parish Picnic, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., dinners, games for all ages. Information: 812-547-7994.
Christ Church Cathedral, 125 Monument Cir., Indianapolis. Notre Dame Children’s Choir concert, 4:30 p.m., no charge.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, Parish Hall, 14598 Oakridge Road, Carmel, Ind. (Diocese of Lafayette). “A Summer of Joy and Life,” O’Connor House, Kris Bussick, presenter, noon, lunch and program, no charge. Information: 317-846-3475 or olmcparish@olmc1.org.
June 16-August 4
St. Lawrence Parish, 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. Life in the Spirit Seminar, eight Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Information: 317-366-4854.
June 17
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, White Violet Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. “Educational Summer Series: Alpaca Training and Handling,” session three of four, ages 10 and above, 6-7:30 p.m., $15 per session or $50 for the series, Information: 812-535-2952 or ProvCenter.org.
June 18
St. Joseph Parish, 1375 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.
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, O’Shaughnessy dining room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. “Birthing Providence: The Universe is Pregnant with God,” 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., $95 per person includes lunch, registration deadline, Feb. 15. Information: 812-535-2952 or ProvCenter.org.
June 18-20
St. Anthony Parish, 337 N. Warman Ave., Indianapolis. Crossroads of the Americas Festival, Thurs. 7 p.m., euchre tournament; Fri. 7 p.m., dance; Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., rides, food, music. Information: 317-636-4828.
June 19
Northside Knights of Columbus Hall, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange Mass, breakfast and program, “It’s Just a Job: Working on What Really Matters,” Rosemily Geyer, President, Geyer Fire Protection, LLC, 7-9 a.m., $15 members, $21 non-members, breakfast included. Reservations and information: www.catholicbusinessexchange.org.
June 19-20
St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish, 6000 W. 34th St., Indianapolis. International Festival, Fri. 5 p.m.-midnight, Sat. 3 p.m.-midnight, food, games, music. Information: 317-291-7014.
June 20
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. “Mining the Dark for Healing Gold” workshop, Norbert Krapf and Liza Hyatt, presenters, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $45 per person includes lunch. Registration: 812-933-6437.
St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. Helpers of God’s Precious Infants, Mass and Divine Mercy Chaplet at 8:30 a.m., followed by prayer at a local abortion center, and continued prayer at the church for those who wish to remain.
Helpers of God’s Precious Infants Prayer Vigil, Terre Haute. 7:30 a.m. Mass at the Carmelite Monastery at 59 Allendale, 9:25 a.m. parking on Ohio Blvd., 9:30 a.m. assemble on sidewalk in front of Planned Parenthood at 30 S. 3rd St. for prayers, 10 a.m. travel to St. Patrick Adoration Chapel at 1807 Poplar St. for Divine Mercy Chaplet, completed around 10:30 a.m.
June 20
St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 316 N. Sherwood Ave., Clarksville. Parish Picnic, noon-11 p.m., food, games, children’s playland, quilts, cash raffle, chicken dinner 2-8 p.m., dance 9 p.m. Information: 812-282-2290, ext. 16.
June 24
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, White Violet Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. “Educational Summer Series: Alpaca Training and Handling,” session four of four, ages 10 and above, 6-7:30 p.m., $15 per session or $50 for the series, Information: 812-535-2952 or ProvCenter.org.
June 25-27
St. Jude Parish, 5353 McFarland Road, Indianapolis. Summer Festival, Thurs. 5-10 p.m., Fri. 5-11 p.m., Sat. 6-11 p.m., food, rides. Information: 317-786-4371.
June 26
The Slovenian National Home, 2717 W. 10th St., Indianapolis. Polka Jam, dinner, dancing, music, bring a covered dish to share, free admission, 5 p.m. until close. Information: 317-632-0619 or emcollins462@yahoo.com.
June 26-27
Christ the King Parish, 1827 Kessler Blvd., E. Drive, Indianapolis. Summer Social, 5 p.m.-midnight, food, raffle, music by “Tiger Town.” Information: 317-255-3666.
June 27
St. John the Evangelist Church, 126 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis. Faithful Citizens Rosary procession, Mass, 12:10 p.m., procession following Mass. Information: faithful.citizens2016@gmail.com.
Lions Club Park, 3201 Transel Road, Clermont. Slovenian Festival, family fun, food, music, $5 admission, children under 16 years old accompanied by an adult no charge, 10 a.m., food service at 1 p.m., music 2 p.m. Information: 317-632-0619 or emcollins462@yahoo.com.
St. Benedict Church, 111 S. Ninth St., Terre Haute. Former St. Benedict German School alumni reunion, part of the parish’s 150th celebration, 7 p.m.
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, parish life center, 10655 Haverstick Road, Carmel, Ind. (Diocese of Lafayette). Faith and Fertility, Creighton Model Fertility Care and NaPro technology, Dr. Christopher Stroud, Dr. Casey Reising and Lea Oberhausen, CFCP, speakers, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Information: 317-514-4098 or katie.martin@seas-carmel.org.
June 28
St. Benedict Church, 111 S. Ninth St., Terre Haute. Sesquicentennial Celebration Mass and brunch, Archbishop Joseph W. Tobin primary celebrant, 11 a.m. Brunch to follow at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, 1 Providence Road, St. Mary-of-the-Woods.
St. Joseph Parish, picnic held at Harrison County Fairgrounds, 341 S. Capitol Ave., Corydon., 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m., food, games, quilts, raffle, fried chicken dinner. Information: 812-738-2742.
St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Decatur County, 1963 N. St. John St., St. Maurice. Church Festival, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., 10 a.m. Mass, chicken and roast beef dinners, mock turtle soup, sandwiches, games, country store. Information: 812-663-4754.
St. Nicholas Parish, 6461 E. St. Nicholas Drive, Sunman. Church Picnic, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., fried chicken and roast beef dinners, family entertainment. Information: 812-623-2964.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, Parish Hall, 14598 Oakridge Road, Carmel, Ind. (Diocese of Lafayette). “A Summer of Joy and Life,” 40 Days for Life, Rosie Zatkulak and Jim Recasner, presenters, noon, lunch and program, no charge. Information: 317-846-3475 or olmcparish@olmc1.org.
July 1
Archbishop O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, Catholic, educational, charitable and social singles, 50 and over, single, separated, widowed or divorced. New members welcome. 6:30 p.m. Information: 317-243-0777.
July 3
Marian University chapel, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. Lumen Dei Catholic Business Group, Mass and monthly meeting, 6:30-8:30 a.m., breakfast, $15 per person. Information: 317-435-3447 or lumen.dei@comcast.net.
Our Lady of the Greenwood Church, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. First Friday celebration of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Mass, 5:45 p.m., exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, following Mass until 10 p.m., sacrament of Reconciliation available. Information: 317-888-2861 or info@olgreenwood.org.
St. Lawrence Church, 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. Charismatic Mass, praise and worship, 7 p.m., Mass and healing prayer, 7:30 p.m. Information: 317-366-4854.
July 4
Helpers of God’s Precious Infants Prayer Vigil, Terre Haute. 7:30 a.m. Mass at the Carmelite Monastery at 59 Allendale, 9:25 a.m. parking on Ohio Blvd., 9:30 a.m. assemble on sidewalk in front of Planned Parenthood at 30 S. 3rd St. for prayers, 10 a.m. travel to St. Patrick Adoration Chapel at 1807 Poplar St. for Divine Mercy Chaplet, completed around 10:30 a.m.
St. Michael the Archangel Church, 145 St. Michael Blvd., Brookville. First Saturday Devotional Prayer Group, Mass, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, rosary, confession, meditation, 8 a.m. Information: 765-647-5462.
July 8
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, White Violet Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. “Cooking 101: The Basics of Cooking,” Robyn Morton, instructor, 5-8 p.m., $30 or $90 for three classes, registration deadline, July 2. Information: 812-535-2952 or ProvCenter.org.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, Parish Hall, 14598 Oakridge Road, Carmel, Ind. (Diocese of Lafayette). “A Summer of Joy and Life,” Gabriel Project, Eileen Harman, Healing Hidden Hurts, Debbie Miller, presenter, noon, lunch and program, no charge. Information: 317-846-3475 or olmcparish@olmc1.org.
July 9
St. Mark the Evangelist Parish, Cenacle (house on parish grounds), Indianapolis. Hope and Healing Survivors of Suicide support group, 7 p.m. Information: 317-851-8344.
July 11
Our Lady of Grace Monastery, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Sisters of St. Benedict, “Year of Consecrated Life,” open house, 3-5 p.m. Information: 317-787-3287.
July 14
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. “Taizé Prayer,” 7-8 p.m. Information: 812-535-2952 or provctr@spsmw.org.
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General Announcements
Choir camp for children to take place at St. Roch School in Indianapolis in July
Angie Schott and Meredith Riley, both graduates of Roncalli High School in Indianapolis, are sponsoring a choir camp for children entering grades 2-8 in July. The camp will take place at St. Roch School, 3603 S. Meridian St., in Indianapolis. Riley, also a graduate of Marian University in Indianapolis, is a music teacher at St. Roch.
Children going into grades 5-8 can take part in the camp’s “Cantate” group, which will meet from 2-4 p.m., Monday through Friday, on July 20-31.
Children entering grades 2-4 can take part in the camp’s “Poco Voce” group, which will meet from 12:30-1:30 p.m., on July 27-31.
The camp is open to children from across Indianapolis. Each day at the camp will begin with prayer, and spiritual works of music will be included in the repertoire that the children will learn. A concert of both groups will take place at 4 p.m. on July 31.
Registration cost for the “Cantate” group is $100 and $50 for the “Poco Voce” group. The deadline for registration is July 13.
To register or for more information, send an e-mail to choircampinfo@gmail.com.
Black Catholic Ministry offering youth summit on June 26-27
The archdiocesan Black Catholic Ministry, in conjunction with Bowman Francis Ministry, is hosting a Sankofa Youth Summit for children and youths ages 10-20 on June 26-27 at St. Monica Parish, 6131 N. Michigan Road, in Indianapolis.
The concept of “Sankofa” is derived from West Africa, and it teaches people that they must go back to their roots in order to move forward.
The first day of the summit, which runs from 6-9 p.m. on June 26, includes a free youth talent show.
The gathering will also run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 27, and Mass will be celebrated at 3 p.m. Parents and the community are invited to attend the liturgy.
Dr. Griena H. Knight Davis, campus minister and alumni advisor at Holy Family Cristo Rey High School in Birmingham, Ala., will be the keynote speaker.
Registration is $10, which covers the workshops and food.
To register or for more information, contact Franciscan Sister Jannette Pruitt, archdiocesan coordinator for Black Catholic Ministry, at 800-382- 9836, ext. 1474, 317-236-1474, or e-mail her at jpruitt@archindy.org.
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Retreats and Programs
June 12
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. “Art, Journaling and Art Journaling: Creative Practices for Spiritual Growth,” 7-8 p.m. Information: 812-535-2952 or provctr@spsmw.org
June 12-13
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Providence Owens Hall, 1 Sisters of Providence, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. “Art, Journaling and Art Journaling: Creative Practices for Spiritual Growth,” Providence Sister Rosemary Schmalz, presenter, registration deadline June 6. Information: 812-535-2952 or provctr@spsmw.org.
June 12-14
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. “Our Memories, Dreams and Reflections,” Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind and Claire Sherman, PhD, presenters. Information: 812-933-6437 or oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
June 17
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, 3-4:30 p.m., free-will offering. Information: 812-933-6437 or oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
June 18
Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “Seasonal Community Labyrinth Walk,” 7-8:30 p.m., free will donations graciously accepted. Information: 317-788-7581 or www.benedictinn.org.
June 19-21
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. “The Wisdom of Nazareth,” Benedictine Father Noël Mueller, presenter, $235 single, and $395 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
June 20
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St, Oldenburg. “Mining the Dark for Healing Gold,” Norbert Krapf and Liza Hyatt, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., lunch included $45, or $80 if spend the night. Information and/or registration: 812-933-6437 or www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
June 21-27
Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “Community Monastic Retreat: Parables and the Reign of God,” Abbot John Klassen, facilitator, $425 per person includes room and meals. Information: 317-788-7581 or www.benedictinn.org.
June 23-25
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Midweek retreat, “Pray Your Way to Happiness,” Benedictine Brother Maurus Zoeller, presenter, $235 single, $395 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
July 3-5
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. “Monastic Practices,” Benedictine Brother William Sprauer, presenter, $235 single, $395 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
July 9-12
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Providence Owens Hall, 1 Sisters of Providence, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. “Women’s Woodscape Retreat,” registration deadline July 2. Information: 812-535-2952 or provctr@spsmw.org.
July 10-12
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. “The Cry of the Earth,” Benedictine Father Noël Mueller, presenter, $235 single, $395 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
July 13-17
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. “Bringing to Life the Word of God in Song,” Benedictine Father Columba Kelly, presenter, $425 single, $680 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
July 14
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. “Taizé Prayer,” 7-8 p.m. Information: 812-535-2952 or provctr@spsmw.org.
July 17-19
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. “Coming Home,” Benedictine Father Colman Grabert, presenter, $235 single, $395 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
July 20-24
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. “Bringing to Life the Word of God in Song,” Benedictine Father Columba Kelly, presenter, $425 single, $680 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
July 26-28
Our Lady of Fatima retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. 3-Day Silent directed retreat, $200 per person. Information: 317-545-7681 or www.archindy.org/fatima.
July 26-29
Our Lady of Fatima retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. 4-Day Silent directed retreat, $270 per person. Information: 317-545-7681 or www.archindy.org/fatima.
July 26-July 30
Our Lady of Fatima retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. 5-Day Silent directed retreat, $335 per person. Information: 317-545-7681 or www.archindy.org/fatima.
July 26-July 31
Our Lady of Fatima retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. 6-Day Silent directed retreat, $395 per person. Information: 317-545-7681 or www.archindy.org/fatima.
July 27-30
Our Lady of Fatima retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Silent self-guided days, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $31 per person. Information: 317-545-7681 or www.archindy.org/fatima.
July 28-30
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Midweek retreat, “Benedictine Spirituality: Nothing Extraordinary but Everything Ordinary in Living Daily Life,” Benedictine Father Michael Brune, presenter, $235 single, $395 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
July 31-August 2
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Providence Owens Hall, 1 Sisters of Providence, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. “Forgiveness: The Path Inward,” Providence Sisters Jan Craven and Paula Damiano, presenters, registration deadline July 24. Information: 812-535-2952 or provctr@spsmw.org.
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Step 11 Retreat for Recovering Alcoholics and Alanons,” Dave Maloney, presenter, $235 single, $395 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
August 7-13
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. “The Image as a Window to the Spiritual: An Artist’s Six-Day Hands-on Workshop and Retreat,” Benedictine Brother Martin Erspamer and Passionists Brother Michael Moran, presenters, $540 single, $875 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
August 11
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. “Taizé Prayer,” 7-8 p.m. Information: 812-535-2952 or provctr@spsmw.org.
August 17
Our Lady of Fatima retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Silent self-guided days, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $31 per person. Information: 317-545-7681 or www.archindy.org/fatima.
August 21-23
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. “The Beatitudes: The Foundation of Christian Spirituality,” Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell, presenter, $235 single, $395 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
August 24
Our Lady of Fatima retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Annual Day of Prayer, Father Jim Farrell, facilitator. Information: 317-545-7681 or www.archindy.org/fatima.
August 28-30
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. “Being Born Anew,” Benedictine Father Adrian Burke, presenter, $235 single, $395 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
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