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The Coming Month

August 12

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.

August 13

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Mental Health and Addiction Healing Mass, 6:30 p.m., celebrated by Archbishop Charles C. Thompson, sponsored by archdiocesan Office of Human Life and Dignity. Information: gross@archindy.org.

August 14-15

St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, 4625 N. Kenwood Ave., Indianapolis. SausageFest, 5:30 p.m.-midnight, Kincaid’s sausages, beer garden featuring Sun King beer and wine, live music, bounce houses, kids’ games, teen zone with DJ and activities, free admission. Information: 317-253-1461.

August 15-16

St. Nicholas Parish, 6461 E. St. Nicholas Dr., Sunman. Music Festival, Sat. 6-11 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. live music with Nuttin’ Fancy, beer, ribeye sandwiches, snacks, games; Sun. fried chicken dinners—drive-thru, carry-out or dine in, beer garden, turtle soup, kids’ games, money wheel, quilt raffle, big raffle, live music: free admission. Information: 812-623-2964, communications@stnicholas-sunman.org.

St. Patrick Parish, 950 Prospect St., Indianapolis. Festival, Sat. noon-11 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-9 p.m., rides, food, music, games, dancing, talent show, DJ, free admission. Information: 317-631-5824.

August 16

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Information Session for April 1-12, 2027, Ignatian Pilgrimage to Spain, 6:30 p.m., learn about upcoming reflective/walking Ignatian pilgrimage from Loyola to Barcelona, free. Information: 317-545-7681.

St. Mary Parish, 1331 E. Hunter Robbins Way, Greensburg. 150th School Anniversary/10th Church building Anniversary, 10 a.m. Mass, reception following, heritage displays, student-led school tours, alumni recognition. Information, registration: 812-663-8427, ext. 204, anavarra@stmarysgreensburg.com.

August 17

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.

August 19

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.

August 20-24

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence Road, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Used Book Sale, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., freewill donation. Information: 812-535-2946, Events.SistersofProvidence.org, mwimsett@spsmw.org.

August 21

Liter House, 5301 Winthrop Ave. Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, rosary 6:35 a.m., Mass 7 a.m., buffet breakfast and program following, Olympic chaplain Paul Kobylarz presenting “Purpose Driven Leadership: Combining Faith with Your Business Life,” $20 members, $25 non-members. Register by 4 p.m. Aug. 18. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

August 22

Carmel VFW, 12863 Old Meridian St., Carmel, Ind. Class of 1966 All-City Catholic High Schools of Indianapolis Reunion, 3-6 p.m., alumni of all current and former Catholic high schools in Indianapolis invited, free admission, food can be purchased from menu at event. Information: lbennett8343@gmail.com.

St. Monica Parish, 6131 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis. International Festival, 5-11 p.m., international food and entertainment, dancing, beer garden, $3,000 raffle, kids’ activities, free admission. Information: 317-253-2193.

St. Pius X Parish, 7200 Sarto Dr., Indianapolis. Feast Fest, 6-10 p.m., live music by My Yellow Rickshaw, food, drinks, kids’ games, free admission. Information: 317-255-4534.

August 26

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.

August 26 or 27

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Fatima Focus Group, 6-9 p.m., provide input on retreat house’s three-year plan, includes dinner, free, registration required. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

August 28-30

St. Joseph Parish, 1401 S. Mickley Ave., Indianapolis. Festival and Food Fair, Fri. and Sat. 5-11 p.m., Sun. 1:30-7 p.m., rides, gaming, beer garden, bingo, international food: Vietnamese, Mexican, African, Italian, American, free admission. Information: 317-244-9002.

August 29

St. Mary Parish, 1331 E. Hunter Robbins Way, Greensburg. On Eagles Wings 5K Run/Walk, Sat. 8 a.m. registration, 8:30 a.m. kids’ games open, 9 a.m. race, 10 a.m. Kids Fun Run, 10:15 a.m. awards, go to oneagleswings5k.com for pricing and registration. Information: 812-663-8427.

August 29-30

St. Mary Parish, 1331 E. Hunter Robbins Way, Greensburg. Festival, Sat. 5:30-11 p.m.: adult night, games, beer garden, pie auction, pork burger or pulled pork dinners, concessions, live music 7 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.: Family Day, kids’ games, live entertainment, silent auction, 50/50 raffle, fried chicken and pulled pork dinners; free admission.

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General Announcements 

Father Jerry Byrd will lead ‘Living the Litany of Humility’ retreat in Bloomington on Sept. 18-20

Father Jerry Byrd, pastor of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish in Indianapolis, will lead a “Living the Litany of Humility” retreat at Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, in Bloomington, on Sept. 18-20.

The Litany of Humility calls on Christ for deliverance of the things human nature tends to seek—being esteemed, being honored, being approved. It also seeks deliverance from fear of that which human nature recoils from—being despised, being ridiculed, being wronged. And it asks Jesus for grace in desiring the good of others over self.

Throughout the New Testament, Christ and the Apostles call his followers to be humble like him.

From Friday evening through Sunday morning, Father Byrd will offer five talks on how to live the litany’s call to humility.

Each day also offers the opportunity for Mass and confession, with time for adoration and praying the Divine Mercy chaplet on Saturday and for praying the rosary on Saturday and Sunday.

Check-in begins at 5 p.m. on Friday, and the retreat ends at 11 a.m. on Sunday.

The cost for overnight guests includes lodging for two nights in a room with two queen-size beds. The cost per room is $290 for one occupant, $480 for two occupants, $670 for three occupants and $860 for four occupants. The cost includes light snacks on Friday evening, two breakfasts, one lunch and one supper per person.

The cost for commuters is $90 and includes the same snacks and meals listed above.

For more information or to register, go to motheroftheredeemer.com or call 812-825-4642, ext. 1.

 

Store blessing and celebration at Celtic Cross Catholic Gift Shop is August 15

A blessing and celebration of the Celtic Cross Catholic Gift Shop will take place at 1512 West 86th St. in Indianapolis at 1 p.m. on Aug. 15.

New owners Todd and Julia Sparks are honored to continue the legacy of Tim and Karen Shaw at the Celtic Cross, which originally opened in 2013.

All are welcome to this free event.

The event will include refreshments, exclusive discounts and prizes.

For more information, contact Julia Sparks at 317-777-0059.

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Retreats and Programs

August 14-16

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. The Eucharist, Mary and the Early Church, 6 p.m. Fri.-10 a.m. Sun., Catholic Answers apologist Joe Heschmeyer 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, motheroftheredeemer.com.

August 15

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Body and Soul: A Wholistic Approach to Aging in Families, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Father Jeffrey Godecker presenting, includes lunch, $55. Information, registration: 317-545-7681, ftm.retreatportal.com/events, lcoons@archindy.org.

August 20

Virtual You are Not Alone Series #3: The Emotional Journey of Suicide Loss Survivors, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Father James Farrell presenting, free, registration required, sponsored by Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House in Indianapolis. Information, registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

August 21-23

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Experiences of Prayer in the Bible, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

August 28-30

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

September 3

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

September 11-13

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Lifted High: A Retreat for the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Benedictine Father Kolbe Wolniakowski presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

September 12

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Christian Mothers Retreat, 8 a.m. -5 p.m., $30, register by Aug. 26. Information, registration: 317-752-5172, ccmofolg@gmail.com.

September 18-20

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. You are Not Alone: Retreat for Survivors of Suicide Loss, Fri. 6:30-9 p.m., Sat. 8:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m., Sun. 8:30-12:30 p.m., certified therapist Christine Turo-Shields, Father James Farrell, loss survivors panel Lisa Thibault and Shelly and Shea Wynn presenters, $250, includes program, meals, snacks, private guest room to use during the days of program, overnight stay available for additional $42 per night. Information, registration: 317-545-7681, ftm.retreatportal.com/events, lcoons@archindy.org.

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Living the Litany of Humility, 6 p.m. Fri.-10 a.m. Sun., Father Jerry Byrd presenting, $290 for single, $480 double, $670 triple, $860 quadruple, includes four meals and room for two nights, commuter $90 includes four meals. Information, registration: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, motheroftheredeemer.com.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Pilgrims of Hope, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

September 25-27

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. TOBIT Marriage Preparation Weekend, 7 p.m. Fri.-11:45 a.m. Sun., $400 per couple, separate rooms, includes meals and materials. Registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Serving, Receiving, and Giving: From the Church to the World, Benedictine Father Simon Herrmann and Dr. David Freyer presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

October 13

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

October 12-16

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Faith Stories from the Gospel of Matthew, priest retreat, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $625 single. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

October 16-18

Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. The Catholic Relationship to Christ, 6 p.m. Fri.-10 a.m. Sun., EWTN’s Dr. David Anders 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, motheroftheredeemer.com.

October 23-25

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Young Adult Retreat, for young adults ages 18-35, Benedictine Father Simon Herrmann presenting, $50 single, $100 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Being “Eucharistic” People, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Peace in the Mourning Grief Retreat, Fri. 6 p.m.-Sun. noon, includes accommodations, meals and program, $250. 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 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 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, motheroftheredeemer.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.

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