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The Coming Month

April 7

MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5:30 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 or 317-243-0777.

April 8

The Third Option virtual marriage crisis/enrichment classes, “Childhood Issues and Emotional Baggage, 7-8 p.m., series offered most Thursdays through May 20, no registration needed, free. Go to carmelthirdoption.org/web, click on link at top of page. Information: carmelthirdoption.org/web, or Keith Ingram, kingram@aicinvest.com or 317-324-8446.

Bible Study: St. Paul’s Letter to the Romans, via Zoom, sponsored by St. Michael Parish, Greenfield, 1-2:30 p.m., series offered Thursdays through May 20, first of seven stand-alone sessions, led by graduates of Guadalupe Bible College, free. Information and registration: Darlene Davis, ljdarlene@gmail.com or 317-498-2242.

April 9

St. Barnabas Church, 8300 Rahke Road, Indianapolis. IndyCatholic First Friday Adoration, (held on second Friday in April due to Good Friday), 7 p.m., sponsored by archdiocesan Young Adult and College Campus Ministry, for young adults ages 18-39. Information and updated list of speakers and topics: indycatholic.org/theology-on-tap. Questions: 317-261-3373.

April 10

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Trailblazers Clean Up Day, 9 a.m.-noon, help clean trails on the grounds, adults and youth welcome, bring work gloves and yard tools, water and lunch provided, meet near the big barn. Information: 812-923-8817.

April 14

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

April 15

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.

Our Lady of Peace Cemetery and Mausoleum, 9001 Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. Monthly Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-574-8898 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.

The Third Option virtual marriage crisis/enrichment class, “Handling Anger Constructively,” 7-8 p.m., series offered most Thursdays through May 20, no registration needed, free. Go to carmelthirdoption.org/web, click on link at top of page. Information: carmelthirdoption.org/web, or Keith Ingram, kingram@aicinvest.com or 317-324-8446.

Bible Study: St. Paul’s Letter to the Romans, via Zoom, sponsored by St. Michael Parish, Greenfield, 1-2:30 p.m., series offered Thursdays through May 20, second of seven stand-alone sessions, led by graduates of Guadalupe Bible College, free. Information and registration: Darlene Davis, ljdarlene@gmail.com or 317-498-2242.

April 16-17

Come and Zoom retreat: “Living the Mission of God” on Zoom, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Fri. 7-9 p.m., Sat. 2-7 p.m., for women ages 18-42 exploring religious life, free. Register online: cutt.ly/ComeSeeRetreat. Information: Sister Joni Luna at 361-500-9505 or jluna@spsmw.org.

Mount St. Francis gym and lower level chapel, 101 St Anthony Dr., Mount St. Francis. Terry’s Treasure Yard Sale, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

April 17-May 1

Indianapolis St. Vincent de Paul virtual “Love Your Neighbor 5k Run/Walk,” run or walk 5K anytime, anywhere, pick up race packets at Mission 27 Resale, 132 Leota St., Indianapolis, 4-7 p.m. on April 23 or White River State Park Museum Lawn, 801 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, from 7:30-8:45 a.m. on April 24, packets may also be shipped for a fee, cost for ages 23 and older is $35, or $30 with no T-shirt, cost for students ages 6-22 is $20, or $15 with no T-shirt. Registration and information: www.svdpindy.org/neighbor.Questions: dsweeney@svdpindy.org or 317-924-5769, ext. 238.

April 21

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

April 22

The Third Option virtual marriage crisis/enrichment class, “Speaking the Truth in Love,” 7-8 p.m., series offered most Thursdays through May 20, no registration needed, free. Go to carmelthirdoption.org/web, click on link at top of page. Information: carmelthirdoption.org/web, or Keith Ingram, kingram@aicinvest.com or 317-324-8446.

Bible Study: St. Paul’s Letter to the Romans, via Zoom, sponsored by St. Michael Parish, Greenfield, 1-2:30 p.m., series offered Thursdays through May 20, third of seven stand-alone sessions, led by graduates of Guadalupe Bible College, free. Information and registration: Darlene Davis, ljdarlene@gmail.com or 317-498-2242.

April 24

Celebration Roncalli, via Zoom, 6:30-8 p.m., fundraiser and silent auction benefitting Roncalli High School, silent auction site open for bidding April 19: www.roncalli.org/celebration, raffle for $10,000, free. Information and registration: 317-787-8277, jendris@roncalli.com, www.roncalli.org/celebration.

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Faithful Citizens Rosary Walk, 10:45-11:45 a.m., meet in front of church. Information: faithful.citizens2016@gmail.com.

White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St., Indianapolis. Indianapolis St. Vincent de Paul in-person “Love Your Neighbor 5k Run/Walk,” 9 a.m., paved trail through park, packets include MyLaps Chip Timing for live results, pace breakdown and placing, pick up race packets at Mission 27 Resale, 132 Leota St., Indianapolis, 4-7 p.m. on April 23 or White River State Park Museum Lawn 7:30-8:45 a.m. on April 24, cost for ages 23 and older is $35, or $30 with no T-shirt, cost for students ages 6-22 is $20, or $15 with no T-shirt. Registration and information: www.svdpindy.org/neighbor. Questions: dsweeney@svdpindy.org or 317-924-5769, ext. 238.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. 2nd Annual Free Tree Giveaway, sponsored by the Franciscan Earth Care Initiative of the Province or Our Lady of Consolation, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., two free seedlings per car, tree varieties include white oak, sycamore and river birch, Information: Debbie Nichols, d.nichols@franciscansusa.org or 502-500-3953.

Virtual Dialogue on Intercultural Competency, via Zoom, sponsored by archdiocesan Black Catholic Ministry, 10 a.m., director of the Institute for Black Catholic Studies at Xavier University in New Orleans Dr. Kathleen Dorsey Bellow facilitating, free. Registration: cutt.ly/VDIC.

April 25

The Willows Event Center, 6729 Westfield Blvd., Indianapolis. Light in the City Annual Dinner, benefitting Lumen Christi Catholic School, 5-9 p.m., silent auction, bourbon pull, dancing, COVID-19 safety protocols observed, $100 per person or $600 for table of six. Tickets: lumenchristi.home.qtego.net. Information: Bob Collins, 317-632-3174 or bcollins@lumenchristischool.org.

April 29

The Third Option virtual marriage crisis/enrichment class, “How to Fight Fair and Conflict Resolution,” 7-8 p.m., series offered most Thursdays through May 20, no registration needed, free. Go to carmelthirdoption.org/web, click on link at top of page. Information: carmelthirdoption.org/web, or Keith Ingram, kingram@aicinvest.com or 317-324-8446.

Bible Study: St. Paul’s Letter to the Romans, via Zoom, sponsored by St. Michael Parish, Greenfield, 1-2:30 p.m., series offered Thursdays through May 20, fourth of seven stand-alone sessions, led by graduates of Guadalupe Bible College, free. Information and registration: Darlene Davis, ljdarlene@gmail.com or 317-498-2242.

May 5

MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5:30 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 or 317-243-0777.

May 6

The Third Option virtual marriage crisis/enrichment class, “Feelings and the Hurt Spiral,” 7-8 p.m., series offered most Thursdays through May 20, no registration needed, free. Go to carmelthirdoption.org/web, click on link at top of page. Information: carmelthirdoption.org/web, or Keith Ingram, kingram@aicinvest.com or 317-324-8446.

Bible Study: St. Paul’s Letter to the Romans, via Zoom, sponsored by St. Michael Parish, Greenfield, 1-2:30 p.m., series offered Thursdays through May 20, fifth of seven stand-alone sessions, led by graduates of Guadalupe Bible College, free. Information and registration: Darlene Davis, ljdarlene@gmail.com or 317-498-2242.

May 7

Women’s Care Center, 4901 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. First Friday Mass, 5 p.m., Fr. Jim Farrell, celebrant, 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 bilingual 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: 317-750-7309, msross1@hotmail.com.

May 8

John Paul II Parish, St. Paul Chapel, 216 Schellers Ave., Sellersburg. First Saturday Marian Devotion, 8 a.m. rosary, meditation, prayer; 8:30 a.m. Mass with confessions prior. Information: 812-246-3522.

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.

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General Announcements 

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality will offer ‘A Day with Mary’ on May 8

“A Day with Mary” retreat will be offered at Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Road, in Mt. St. Francis, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on May 8.

The morning will include presentations on Mary’s words in the Scriptures, excerpts from Walking with Mary by Edward Sri, time for quiet reflection on the Magnificat and time for group prayer.

In the afternoon, participants will have the opportunity to experience time with Mary by walking the Stations of the Cross (outdoors, weather-permitting) with a resource that presents them from the voice of Mary, and walking the Franciscan Crown (the Seven Joys of Mary) outside on the grounds of the property.

Judy Ribar, associate director of retreats at the center, will facilitate the day.

The cost is $50, which includes a box lunch.

For more information or to register, go to mountsaintfrancis.org/day-with-mary or contact Mount Saint Francis Retreat Center at 812-923-8817.

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Retreats and Programs

April 14-June 2

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Plein Air Classes: Painting the Springtime Landscape, Wednesdays 9:30-1:30 a.m. or 5-7 p.m., learn outdoor painting techniques from Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, open to all levels, bring paints, canvases and brushes; chairs, easels and drawing tables provided, $25 per session. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 17

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Pilgrimage at the Mount, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, presenter, $50 includes lunch. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 20, 27

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., third and fourth of four stand-alone sessions, Benedictine Sister Carol Falkner presenting, $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 24

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Wisdom of the Second Half of Life, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Judy Ribar presenter, $50, $75 additional for overnight and one meal. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 30

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Painting with Padre, last Friday monthly through May, doors open 5:30 p.m., painting instruction from Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen 6-9 p.m., subject matter changes monthly, cheese and light snacks, bring your own beverage, $40 per session. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 30-May 2

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Tobit Marriage Preparation Weekend, 7 p.m. Fri.-11:45 a.m. Sun., for engaged couples only, includes materials, meals, snacks, presentations and separate overnight accommodations, $298 per couple. Registration: cutt.ly/TOBITRetreat or 317-545-7681, must also complete “Tobit Required Info Sheet” at cutt.ly/TOBITForm and email to jburger@archindy.org. Information on program: cutt.ly/fatimaretreats, 317-545-7681 x. 106 or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.

May 7-8

Mount St. Francis, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mount St. Francis. Migratory Birds at the Mount, Fri. 5-9 p.m., live presentation with Leslie Grow from Dwight Chamberlain Raptor Center at Hardy Lake; Sat. 7 a.m.-noon, two guided birdwatching hikes with local naturalist Rod Goforth, $120, private room, two meals, presentations and guided hike. $25 for Saturday morning, breakfast, presentation and guided hike. Registration: cutt.ly/msf-birds or 812-923-8817.

May 8

Mount St. Francis, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mount St. Francis. Guided Bird Hikes at the Mount, 7 a.m.-noon, breakfast, presentation and two guided hikes led by local naturalist Rod Goforth, $25. Registration: cutt.ly/msf-birds or 812-923-8817.

May 11

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., includes private room for the day and lunch, $40, spiritual direction for additional $30 (must be scheduled in advance). Registration: www.benedictinn.org/programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

May 11-13

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. The Voice of God in Creation: A Contemplative Experience, 7 p.m. Tues. -7 p.m. Thurs., Conventual Franciscan Father Vince Petersen facilitating, liturgies, group sessions, individual direction, quiet prayer time, $245 includes materials, two-night stay and six meals (no meal on Tues. evening). Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

May 13

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Peace and Nature Garden Walk, 7-8:30 p.m., Benedictine Sister Angela Jarboe presenting, free will contribution. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

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