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The Coming Month

Wednesdays

St. John the Evangelist Parish, Corpus Christi Parish Hall, 126 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis. Catholics in Recovery Support Group, 7 p.m., meets every Wednesday, Catholic 12-step program serving those with addictions and unhealthy attachments. Information: 317-557-8888, jjdav887@gmail.com.

November 3

St. Joan of Arc Church, 4217 Central Ave., Indianapolis. Mass of Remembrance, 5:30 p.m., memorial Mass for the loss of children of any age, special blessing at end of Mass, all are welcome. Information: 812-537-3992.

Holy Angels Parish, 2810 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St., Indianapolis. Black Catholic History Month: Feast of St. Martin de Porres Mass, 6 p.m., multicultural Mass, dinner reception to follow, RSVP for dinner requested but not required. Information, registration: blackcatholicministry@archindy.org.

November 4

MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 4 p.m., Catholic, educational, charitable and social singles—separated, widowed or divorced—ages 50 and older, new members welcome, also call about regular Friday 1 p.m. lunch events. Information: 317-796-8605.

November 6

Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Bede Theater, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Organ Concert by Dr. Ryan Kennedy, 7:30 p.m. CT, performing liturgical music by Bach and Florentz, free. Information: saintmeinrad.org/visit-us/cultural-events, 812-357-6611.

Our Lady of the Greenwood Church, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. Requiem Mass for Infants Who Died Before Baptism, 6 p.m., all are welcome. Information: 317-888-2861.

November 6-7

St. Agnes Parish, 1008 McLary Road, Nashville. Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat., handcrafted Christmas decorations and gifts, handmade wreaths, home-baked goods, paper and wood crafts, decorated tabletop Christmas trees, silent auction with themed gift baskets and handmade quilt, proceeds benefit St. Vincent de Paul of Brown County, Habitat for Humanity and Mother’s Cupboard, free admission and parking. Information: tinyurl.com/StAgnesBazaar2026, 317-697-6613, nancy.lonsinger@gmail.com.

November 7

Holy Cross and St. Joseph Cemetery, 2446 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Indulgence Walk, 1 p.m., prayerful, 1-mile walk while learning historical information about gravesites and obtaining plenary indulgence for the souls in purgatory with completion of other conditions, meet at Pleasant Run Parkway gate, free. Information: 317-636-4478, info@holyrosaryindy.org.

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E 71st St., Indianapolis. St. Matthew Gala: Havanah Nights, 6-11 p.m., music, food, cocktails, $100, $680 for reserved tables of eight, register by Nov. 4. Information, registration: bulletin@saintmatt.org, 317-257-4297.

St. Malachy School, 7410 N. County Road 100 E., Brownsburg. Christmas Market, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., craft fair, new vendors and experiences from past years, free admission. Information: altarsociety@stmalachy.org, 317-852-3195.

St. John the Apostle Parish, 4607 W. State Road 46, Bloomington. Holiday Craft Show, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., handmade crafts from more than 35 artisans, door prizes, bake sale, lunch available for purchase, free admission. Information: nothingfancyceramics@gmail.com, 812-821-1152.

St. Martin of Tours Parish, Sexton Hall, 1720 E. Harrison St., Martinsville. Christmas Holiday Bazaar, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., vendor booths, St. Martin’s Attic and Crafts, Christmas cookies and caramels by the pound, raffle for cash prizes, quilt door prize, hourly door prizes, food and drinks available for purchase, carry-out available, free admission. Information: 765-342-6379, ext. 2, parishoffice@stmtours.org.

Virtual Discernment Lounge, 7-8 p.m., for Catholic women ages 18-42 discerning a religious vocation; prayer, conversation, reflection, free, sponsored by the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Information, registration: 361-500-9505, events.sistersofprovidence.org, jluna@spsmw.org.

November 10

Church of the Immaculate Conception, Providence Pl., Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Taizé Prayer: Journey Toward Wholeness, 7-8 p.m., prayer, music, reflection time, livestream link available on website, free. Information: Taize.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952.

November 10-December 15

St. Jude Parish, 5353 McFarland Road, Indianapolis. Project Hope, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, for ages 18 and older, six-week faith-based support group led by a mental health professional, limited to 10 people, free. Information, registration: archindy.org/project-hope, 317-236-1543, bvarick@archindy.org.

November 11

Lumen Christi Catholic School, 580 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Fall Open House, 12:30-2:30 p.m., pre-kindergarten through high school, only Indiana school recommended by Newman Guide, free. Information: 317-623-3174, erosko@lumenchristischool.org.

November 14

St. Mary School, 1331 E. Hunter Robbins Way, Greensburg. Holiday Shopping Expo, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., more than 60 vendors featuring arts, crafts, treats, jewelry, toys, religious and beauty items, free admission. Information: 812-663-2804, holidayexpo@stmarysgreensburg.com.

Knights of Columbus Council #3228 Fatima Event Center, 1040 N. Post Road, Indianapolis. God’s Embrace Coffee Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., handmade crafts, local artisans and vendors, holiday decorations, ornaments, baked goods and sweet treats, warm drinks and cider, free admission, vendor tables $20-35 depending on size and location. Information: godsembraceindy@gmail.com. Vendor registration: tinyurl.com/ChristmasBazaarVendors.

November 15

Our Lady of Grace Monastery, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Celebration of Light, 7-8 p.m., memorial prayer service. Information: 317-787-3287.

Sacred Heart Church, 1530 Union St., Indianapolis. Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Chamber Series, 2-4 p.m., featuring musicians Jungah Yoon, Tanavi Prabhu, Julianna Darby, Ivy Ringe and Julie Beckel, free. Information: 317-902-3006, judithessex@icloud.com.

November 15-16

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Holy Family Campus, 815. W Main St., Richmond. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish Mission, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Steve Angrisano presenting, attend one or both sessions, free admission, register by Nov. 14. Information, registration: setoncatholics.org/parish-mission-1. Questions: kellyvanvleet@gmail.com, 765-962-3902.

November 16

Virtual Sister Thea Bowman Black Catholic Women’s Prayer Group, 7 p.m., meets online monthly on third Monday, sponsored by archdiocesan Black Catholic Ministry, all women welcome. Meeting: tinyurl.com/SrTheaPrayerGrp. Information: iowhosomaddox@archindy.org, 317-261-3381.

November 18

St. John the Evangelist Parish, Corpus Christi Parish Hall, 126 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis. Catholics in Recovery Support Group, 7 p.m., meets every Wednesday, Catholic 12-step program serving those with addictions and unhealthy attachments. Information: 317-557-8888, jjdav887@gmail.com.

November 20

Liter House, 5301 Winthrop Ave. Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, rosary 6:35 a.m., Mass 7 a.m., buffet breakfast and program following, presenter TBD, $20 members, $25 non-members. Register by 4 p.m. Nov. 17. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

November 21

Sisters of Providence, 1 Providence Pl., Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Teen Volunteer Opportunity, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., ages 12-18, visit with elder sisters, help with activities such as bingo, exercise, baking and attending events, wear comfortable shoes and clothes that allow for mobility, lunch provided, free. Information, registration: teenvolunteer.sistersofprovidence.org, 812-535-2878, volunteer@spsmw.org.

November 22

Cannelton Community Center, 121 S. 4th St., Cannelton. St. Michael Parish Turkey bingo, 2 p.m. CT, bingo with prizes, cash raffle, half-pot, concessions, $2 for 25 games, free admission. Information: 812-547-7994.

November 25

St. John the Evangelist Parish, Corpus Christi Parish Hall, 126 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis. Catholics in Recovery Support Group, 7 p.m., meets every Wednesday, Catholic 12-step program serving those with addictions and unhealthy attachments. Information: 317-557-8888, jjdav887@gmail.com.

November 27

St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Parish, 23345 Gavin Lane, Bright. Concert by My Brother’s Keeper, 6 p.m., free but donations accepted. Information: 513-788-1596, brightlightsdcc@gmail.com.  

Nov. 27, 2026-Jan. 3, 2027

St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Parish, 23345 Gavin Lane, Bright. Bright Lights Christmas Light Display, Fridays and Saturdays 6-10 p.m., Sundays 6-9 p.m., drive-thru Christmas light display, life-size Nativity scene, free but donations accepted. Special hours of operation:

• Dec. 8: 6-9 p.m.
• Dec. 21-23: 6-9 p.m.
• Dec. 24: 6 p.m.-midnight
• Dec. 25-26: 6-10 p.m.
• Dec. 31-Jan. 1: 6-10 p.m.

Information: 513-788-1596, brightlightsdcc@gmail.com.

December 1

Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Bede Theater, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Miró Quartet, 7:30 p.m. CT, performing works by Haydn, Puts, Puccini and Ginastera, free admission. Information: saintmeinrad.org/visit-us/cultural-events, 812-357-6611.

December 2

St. John the Evangelist Parish, Corpus Christi Parish Hall, 126 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis. Catholics in Recovery Support Group, 7 p.m., meets every Wednesday, Catholic 12-step program serving those with addictions and unhealthy attachments. Information: 317-557-8888, jjdav887@gmail.com.

MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 4 p.m., Catholic, educational, charitable and social singles—separated, widowed or divorced—ages 50 and older, new members welcome, also call about regular Friday 1 p.m. lunch events. Information: 317-796-8605.

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General Announcements 

St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities will hold reverse raffle on Nov. 14

St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities in New Albany will hold a Reverse Raffle at Huber’s Plantation Hall, 19816 Huber Road, in Borden, on Nov. 14. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner will be served at 6 p.m. and the reverse raffle and other games will begin at 7 p.m.

Reverse raffle chances for 12 premium prize items range from $20-$50. Only 50 chances will be sold per item and must be purchased in advance, although presence at the event is not required to win.

The evening offers more than the reverse raffle. Bourbon raffle tickets can be purchased at the event as well as online with no limit on chances sold. The evening also includes in-person games like Drop In to Win with 12 prizes to choose from, 50/50 Split the Pot, Buy Backs and Pull Tabs.

All proceeds of the event will benefit the services of St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities, including residential programs and a homeless shelter for women and children, affordable supportive housing, adoption services, a community distribution program for household needs, supported living program for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and school counseling services.

Admission to the event is free, and walk-ins are welcome. Reverse raffle chances are selling out quickly, so order today.

For more information or to purchase raffle chances, go to stecharities.org/reverse-raffle, call 812-924-4003 or e-mail creid@stecharities.org.

 

Wine tasting benefiting American Martyrs Parish will be held on Nov. 14

A Taste of the Vine Wine Tasting event will take place at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1460 N. Gardner St., in Scottsburg, from 1-7 p.m. on Nov. 14.

The event will include sampling from six wineries and a brewery, as well as music, a silent auction and raffles. Food will also be available for purchase.

Proceeds of the event will benefit American Martyrs Parish in Scottsburg.

The cost is $20 for advance tickets or $25 at the door. Attendees must be 21 or older and show an ID to enter.

For more information or to register, call 812-595-2243 or e-mail amartyrs47170@gmail.com.

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Retreats and Programs

October 30-November 1

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 Saint Anthony Dr, Mt. St. Francis. Women’s Weekend of Peace, 7 p.m. Fri.-noon Sun., personal and group reflection, artistic activities, opportunities for spiritual direction, confession and Mass, limited to six women, $225. Information, registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/womens-weekend-of-peace, 812-923-, ext. 202, assocdir@mountsaintfrancis.org.

November 3

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, $55, overnight stay available for additional $42, dinner additional $14.40. Information, registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

November 3-5

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Basket Weaving: A Monastic Microcosm, Benedictine Brother Jean Fish presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

November 4

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Assisi Room, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, 2-3:30 p.m., guided by Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind, freewill donation. Information, registration: oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/contemplative-prayer, 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgfranciscans.org.

November 6

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Quiet Day of Renewal, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $20 (or $80 with spiritual direction). Information, registration: oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/quiet-day-of-renewal, 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgfranciscans.org.

November 6-8

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Being and Belonging Weekend Retreat, Fri. 6 p.m.-Sun. 1:30 p.m., hope and healing after divorce, $250. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

November 8

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talks: Ignatian Spiritual Exercises, 10:45 a.m.-noon, spiritual director Jesuit Father Edward Kinerk presenting, 9:30 a.m. optional Mass in the convent chapel, freewill donation. Information, registration: oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/coffee-talks.html, 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgfranciscans.org.

November 13-15

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. The Infancy Narrative of Matthew's Gospel, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

November 20-22

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Virtues of the Heart of the Savior, 6 p.m. Fri.-10 a.m. Sun., Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate Father Terrance Chartier presenting, $290 for single, $480 double, $670 triple, $860 quadruple, includes four meals and room for two nights, commuter $90 includes lunches. Information, registration: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, maryschildren.com.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Stories from the Old Testament for Today, Benedictine Father Harry Hagan presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

November 21

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 Saint Anthony Dr, Mount Saint Francis. With Grateful Hearts, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Judy Ribar presenting, includes lunch $50. Information, registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/with-grateful-hearts, 812-923-8817 ext. 202, assocdir@mountsaintfrancis.org.

December 8, 9, 10

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Advent Days of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $55 per day, includes room, lunch, Mass and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stay available for additional $42, dinner additional $14.40. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

December 11

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Quiet Day of Renewal, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $20 (or $80 with spiritual direction). Information, registration: oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/quiet-day-of-renewal, 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgfranciscans.org.

December 11-13

Drury Plaza Hotel, 9625 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience, 7 p.m. Fri.-4 p.m. Sun., for married couples and clergy, register by Nov. 11. Information, registration: wwme.org, 812-374-7331, Mike.Lourdes.Padilla@wwme.org.

December 18-20

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Benedictine Spirituality as Lived in Marriage, married couples retreat, Deacon Rich and Cherie Zoldak presenting, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

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January 15-17

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Raising Hope, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

January 23

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. What is Discernment, 8:50 a.m.-5:45 p.m., archdiocesan vocations director Father Michael Keucher presenting three talks; opportunities for rosary, adoration, confession, Mass, Divine Mercy Chaplet; lunch included, $75, overnight option available. Information, registration: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, maryschildren.com.

January 29-31

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Young Adult Retreat, ages 20-35, Benedictine Father Simon Herrmann and Cassie Schutzer presenting, includes guest room for two nights plus two dinners, two lunches and two breakfasts, $50 single, $100 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

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