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The Coming Month
November 23
St. John Paul II Parish, St. Joseph Campus, 2605 St. Joe Road W. Sellersburg. “Christmas on the Hill” Craft Show, 45 craft booths, homemade apple dumplings, chili, hot dogs, cash and quilt raffle, 50/50, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Information: 812-246-2512.
St. Lawrence Parish, Fr. Conen Hall (basement of gymnasium), 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. Overview of the Gospel of Matthew, Sandra Hartlieb presenting, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., $10 per person or $15 each for two who register together, lunch included. Registration preferred by Nov. 18, walk-ins welcome. Mail check made out to St. Lawrence Parish to address listed above. Information: 317-327-5925, shartlieb@saintlawrence.net.
November 23-24
St. Margaret Mary Parish, 2405 S. 7th St., Terre Haute. Holiday Craft Fair, Sat. 9 a.m-3 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., free admission. Information: 812-232-3512, mcoad@smmth.org.
November 24
Holy Name of Jesus Parish, Parish Life Center Gymnasium, 21 N. 16th St., Beech Grove. Altar Society Christmas Bazaar, 20 exhibitors, craft, holiday and white elephant booths, handmade items, raffles, noon-4:30 p.m.; chili, ham and bean soup with cornbread, baked goods and desserts served 12:30-4 p.m. Information: 317-784-6860, p108cmaster@sbcglobal.net.
November 25
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Serra Club Dinner Meeting, rosary 5:40 p.m., dinner 6 p.m., presentation on parish vocation ministry by Serra USA Council VP of Vocations Ann Roat, $15. Information: 317-748-1478, smclaughlin@holyspirit.cc.
November 28
Harp Commons on the Square, J St., Bedford. Thanksgiving Day Run for Hope, 5K and one-mile family walk benefiting Bloomington Catholic Charities’ Becky’s Place Shelter for Women and Children, 8:30 a.m. registration, 9:30 a.m. start. 5K registration: $20 adults and $15 18 years and younger; fun walk $10 per person. T-shirts available through Nov. 15 for $12. Registration and brochure: www.beckysplacebedford.org. Information: Corrina Hayes, chayes@ccbin.org, 812-275-5773.
St. Louis de Montfort Parish, Craig Willy Hall, 11441 Hague Road, Fishers (Lafayette Diocese). Free Thanksgiving Day Dinner, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, rolls, dessert, all are welcome. Information: 317-517-4256.
St. Matthew the Apostle Church, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Thanksgiving Day Mass with food blessing, 9 a.m. Information: 317-257-4297, bulletin@saintmatt.org.
November 30
St. Malachy School Cafeteria, 9833 E. County Road 750 N., Brownsburg. “Blessed is She” Brunch, potluck, small- and large-group time and prayer, 9:30 a.m.-noon, no charge, register by Nov. 28. Information and registration: bit.ly/321yqY3.
December 1
St. Matthew the Apostle Church, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent Evening of Music and Reflection, featuring vocals and instrumentalists, free devotional books, all ages welcome, refreshments to follow in café, 6 p.m. Information: 317-257-4297, bulletin@saintmatt.org.
December 2
Mission 27 Resale, 132 Leota St., Indianapolis. Senior Discount Day, every Tuesday, 30 percent off clothing, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., ministry supports Indianapolis St. Vincent de Paul Society Food Pantry and Changing Lives Forever program. Information: 317-687-8260.
Ritz Charles, 12156 N. Meridian St., Carmel (Lafayette Diocese). Indiana Right to Life Christmas Gala, proceeds benefit, Indiana Right to Life Education Fund, lead actress of movie Unplanned Ashley Bratcher speaking, 6:30 p.m., $50 per person, $400 table of eight, reservations requested but not required, walk-ins welcome. Reservations, program advertising rates and sponsorship opportunities: www.irtl.org/gala. Information: Mary Williams, mwilliams@irtl.org, 317-413-9123.
December 4
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 p.m. Information: 317-243-0777.
December 5
Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, Assembly Hall, 1400 N. Meridian, Indianapolis. “An Evening of Lights” Tree Lighting and Prayer Service with Archbishop Charles C. Thompson, sponsored by the Catholic Community Foundation, optional 5:15 p.m. Mass at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral across from Catholic Center, 6 p.m. doors open, 6:30 p.m. tree lighting and prayer service with reception to follow, free, donation of $10 or more lets attendees dedicate a luminaria in memory of a loved one. Reservations requested by Nov. 28: www.archindy.org/ccf, click on Events. Information: ccf@archindy.org, 317-236-1503.
December 6
Women’s Care Center, 4901 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. First Friday Mass, 5 p.m., Father Rick Ginther presiding, optional tour of center to follow. Information: 317-829-6800, www.womenscarecenter.org.
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 9 p.m., sacrament of Reconciliation available. Information: 317-888-2861 or info@olgreenwood.org.
December 7
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Teen Volunteer Opportunity, ages 12-18, sharing time and talent with retired Providence sisters, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (first of several teen volunteer opportunities through April 2020). Registration and parent/guardian waver: www.spsmw.org/event/teen-volunteer-opportunity/all Information: Providence Sister Joni Luna, 361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org.
St. Michael Church, 145 St. Michael Blvd., Brookville. First Saturday Marian Devotional Prayer Group, Mass, devotional prayers, rosary, 8 a.m. Information: 765-647-5462.
Sisters of Providence Motherhouse Grounds, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Christmas Fun at the Woods, crafts, cookie decorating, face painting, wagon rides, visit Santa, sing-along, miniature Christmas village and more, 1-4:30 p.m., $5 per person, children age 3 and younger free, no registration required. Information: 812-535-2931, wvc@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/events.
December 7-8
St. Mary Church, 512 N. Perkins St., Rushville. Rush County Chorale Christmas Concert, directed by David Doyle, motets, hymns, carols and
brass ensemble featuring Rushville native Terri (Wiley) Ewigleben on trumpet, Sat. 7 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m., $5 tickets available at the door or from any chorale member. Information: Carolyn Sorber, 765-561-4958, rushcountychorale@gmail.com.
December 8
St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 4625 N. Kenwood Ave., Indianapolis. Mass in French, 12:30 p.m. Information: 317-627-7729 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.
Monastery Immaculate Conception, 802 E. 19th St., Ferdinand (Evansville Diocese). Sundaes with the Sisters, sponsored by the Sisters of St. Benedict, receive input on discernment, visit and meet with the sisters, 1-3 p.m. Information: vocations@thedome.org, 812-367-1411.
December 10
St. Paul Hermitage, 501 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Ave Maria Guild, 12:30 p.m. Information: 317-223-3687, vlgmimi@aol.com.
Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. “Be Light” Monthly Taizé Prayer Service, 7-8 p.m., silent and spoken prayers, simple music, silence. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.
December 11
St. Joan of Arc Church, 4217 Central Ave., Indianapolis. Community Open House, public viewing of church’s interior restoration, tour guides available, refreshments, 6-8 p.m. Information: 317-283-5508, mrivelli@sjoa.org.
December 12
Archbishop O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Caregiver Support Group, sponsored by Catholic Charities, 5: 30-7 p.m. Information: Monica Woodsworth, 317-261-3378, mwoodsworth@archindy.org.
December 12-14
St. John the Evangelist Parish, 126 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis. Christkindl Village Christmas Festival, indoor/outdoor heated activities and events for all ages; live animal nativity, alpine slide, heated craft tent, German food, beer garden and wine tasting, vendors, church tours, caroling, Thurs. 5-9 p.m.; Fri. 5-10 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., free admission. Information and schedule of events: www.stjohnsindy.org/village.
December 14
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House Chapel, 200 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad. Service of the Longest Night, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presiding, prayer and scripture for those who mourn and struggle with loss during the Christmas season, 6 p.m. CT, refreshments to follow, free park in Guest House lot. Reservations requested but not required by Dec. 13. Reservations and information: info@abbeycaskets.com, 800-987-7380.
December 15
St. Christopher Church, 5301 W. 16th St., Indianapolis. Christmas Choral Concert, 3 p.m., freewill offering to benefit the Sr. Marie Wolf fund. Information: 317-241-6314, ext. 142, pschaefer@stchrisindy.org.
December 16
St. Mark Parish Cenacle House, 6118 Smock St., Indianapolis. Caregiver Support Group, sponsored by Catholic Charities, 5: 30-7 p.m. Information: Monica Woodsworth, 317-261-3378, mwoodsworth@archindy.org.
December 16
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Leave the Light On, reconciliation available 9 a.m.-7 p.m., no appointment necessary. Information: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.
December 16-24
Simbang Gabi novena of Masses in anticipation of Christmas, sponsored by archdiocesan Filipino and intercultural ministries, during regularly scheduled parish Masses as follows: Dec. 16, 6 p.m., St. Louis de Monfort Church, 11441 Hague Road, Fishers (Lafayette diocese); Dec. 17, 5:30 p.m., St. Monica Church, 6131 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis; Dec. 18, 6 p.m., St. Gabriel the Archangel Church, 6000 W. 34th St., Indianapolis; Dec. 19, 6 p.m., St. Jude Church, 5353 McFarland Ave., Indianapolis; Dec. 20, 6 p.m., St. Simon the Apostle Church, 8155 Oaklandon Road, Indianapolis; Dec. 21, 4 p.m., St. Ann Church, 6350 S. Mooresville Road, Indianapolis; Dec. 22, 11:30 a.m., St. Luke the Evangelist Church, 7575 Holliday Dr., E., Indianapolis; Dec. 23, 5:45 p.m., Extraordinary Form (Latin), Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis; Dec. 24, 10 p.m., SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Information: Maria Solito, 317-201-0196, mariasolito@yahoo.com.
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General Announcements
Women’s ‘Blessed Brunch’ set for Nov. 30 at St. Malachy Parish in Brownsburg
A women’s “Blessed Brunch,” an activity of the Blessed is She ministry, will be held at the Shamrock Café in St. Malachy School, 9833 E. County Road 750 N., in Brownsburg, from 9:30 a.m.-noon on Nov. 30.
Blessed is She is a virtual Catholic women’s community committed to deepening a life of prayer, from e-mailed daily Scripture devotionals to supportive face-to-face sisterhood. Blessed is She believes in beauty pointing toward the divine and striving to live a eucharistic life.
Attendees will have the opportunity to talk with each other, share a potluck meal, pray and participate in small- and large-group time.
There is no charge to attend, however, registration is required by Nov. 28 on the Blessed is She website at bit.ly/2JVsXuO (case sensitive).
To learn more about Blessed is She, visit www.blessedisshe.net.
For more information about the brunch, contact the parish office at
317-852-3195.
Rwandan genocide survivor Immaculée Ilibagiza to speak at St. Luke on Nov. 20
Catholic author and Rwandan genocide survivor Immaculée Ilibagiza is the featured speaker at an evening of spiritual renewal planned at St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 7575 Holliday Dr. East, in Indianapolis, on Nov. 20.
The evening will begin with confessions at 4:30 p.m. and Mass at 5:30 p.m. A reception with heavy hors d’oeurves will immediately follow. The presentation will begin at 7 p.m.
Ilibagiza’s first book, Left to Tell: Discovering God Amidst the Rwandan Holocaust, is an autobiographical work detailing how she survived during the Rwandan genocide. Her second book Faith: Rising from the ashes of the Rwandan Holocaust, picks up where she left off in Left to Tell and tells her story of survival immediately following the genocide.
Her books will be available for purchase and signing during the event.
There is no cost to attend. However, registration is requested online by Nov. 18 at www.stluke.org/church-news.
For additional information, contact Diane Schafer at 317-259-4373 or e-mail dschafer@stluke.org.
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Retreats and Programs
November 23
Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Advent Gathering of Light and Hope, for individuals and families, prayer, activities and Mass, Conventual Franciscan Father Vince Peterson and Judy Ribar presenting, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., $25 per person, $50 for couples and families with children, includes lunch. Information: 812-923-8817.
November 29-December 1
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Preparing the Way: An Advent Retreat, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
December 2
Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality, Mary Anderson Center for the Arts, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Mondays at the Mount, (Dec. 9 and 16), 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., learn about Scripture, saints and liturgical seasons, free. Information: www.mountsaintfrancis.org/registration, 812-923-8817.
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Make Ready the Way Advent Program, Benedictine Sister Cathy Anne Lepore presenting, 6-8:45 p.m., $45 includes dinner. Information and registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
December 4, December 5
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art to Lift your Spirit!, choose between 9:30 a.m. first Wed. of the month or 6:30 p.m. first Thurs. of the month, Providence Sister Rosemary Schmalz presenting, $30 membership fee to join group, $5 per session after. Contact Jeanne Frost, 812-535-2952 to request a brochure. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
December 6
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent Evening of Celebration, stories by Then Something Wondrous Happened author and Criterion reporter John Shaughnessy; music by singer and songwriter Francesca LaRosa Rohrer; reflection by songwriter and Bishop Chatard High School (Indianapolis) teacher Brian Shaughnessy, 5:30-9 p.m., $40 includes light supper. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.
December 10
Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. What Would Merton Say?, Vanessa Hurst presenting, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., $70. Information and registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
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: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
December 17-20
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent Days of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 per day, includes breakfast and lunch, room to use throughout the day, access to common areas and grounds. Depending on availability, overnight stay costs additional $28, $9 light dinner plate and $6 light breakfast available for extended stay. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, www.archindy.org/fatima.
December 19
Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Memory Café, 2-4 p.m., third Thursday of the month, for those living with moderate dementia, caregivers and friends, Katie Harish presenting, freewill offering. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
January 8
Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Sunday at the Woods: Dementia Basics and Helpful Tips, Katie Harish presenting, 1:30-3:30 p.m., freewill offering. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Dementia: Approach is Everything, Katie Harish presenting, 6-8 p.m., $15, register by Jan. 6. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
January 8, January 9
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art to Lift your Spirit!, Wed., 9:30 a.m. or Thurs., 6:30 p.m., Providence Sister Rosemay Schmalz presenting, $30 membership fee to join group, $5 per session after. Contact Jeanne Frost, 812-535-2952 to request a brochure. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
January 11
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Coffee with the Mystics, Providence Sister Jan Craven presenting, 10 a.m.-noon, $10, register by Nov. 13. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
January 14
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Coffee with the Mystics, Providence Sister Jan Craven presenting, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $10, register by Nov. 16. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
January 16
Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Memory Café, 2-4 p.m., third Thursday of the month, for those living with moderate dementia, caregivers and friends, Katie Harish presenting, freewill offering. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
February 5, February 6
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art to Lift your Spirit!, choose between 9:30 a.m. first Wed. of the month or 6:30 p.m. first Thurs. of the month, Providence Sister Rosemay Schmalz presenting, $30 membership fee to join group, $5 per session after. Contact Jeanne Frost, 812-535-2952 to request a brochure. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
February 20
Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Memory Café, 2-4 p.m., third Thursday of the month, for those living with moderate dementia, caregivers and friends, Katie Harish presenting, freewill offering. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
March 5, March 6
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art to Lift your Spirit!, choose between 9:30 a.m. first Wed. of the month or 6:30 p.m. first Thurs. of the month, Providence Sister Rosemay Schmalz presenting, $30 membership fee to join group, $5 per session after. Contact Jeanne Frost, 812-535-2952 to request a brochure. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
March 19
Providence Hall, Havlick Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Memory Café, 2-4 p.m., third Thursday of the month, for those living with moderate dementia, caregivers and friends, Katie Harish presenting, freewill offering. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
March 21
Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Coffee with the Mystics, Providence Sister Jan Craven presenting, 10 a.m.-noon, $10, register by Nov. 13. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.
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