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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.
October 6
SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. St. Thomas More Red Mass, 5:30 p.m., Mass to request the guidance of the Holy Spirit for judges, lawyers and other members of the legal community. Information: 317-236-1498, aporter@archindy.org.
October 7
MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5:30-8:30 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.
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.
October 7-November 18
Virtual Online Life-Giving Wounds Retreat for Adult Children of Divorce, 8:15-10 p.m. Wednesdays, for Catholics ages 18 and older, $155 ages 18-25, $245 ages 26 and older, cost includes retreat guide, journal and more. Information, registration: 317- 592-4007, Gross@archindy.org.
October 9-10
St. Monica Parish, 6131 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis. Being Married and Staying Engaged, 6:30-9 p.m. Fri., 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat., presented by Catholic psychologist and speaker Dr. Jim Healy, includes dinner Fri., light breakfast and lunch Sat., $50 per couple, registration required by Oct. 4. Information: Julia Osburn, 317-809-8482, tinyurl.com/StMonicaMarriageRetreat.
October 10
Holy Angels Parish Center, 2822 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St., Indianapolis. Praise and Laughter as Medicine: Prayer, Dinner and Comedy Show, 5-7 p.m., mental health novena, dinner, Black Catholic trivia, raffle for tickets to KevOnStage clean come-dy show following at 7:30 p.m. at Butler Arts Center in Indianapolis, sponsored by archdiocesan Black Catholic Ministry. Information, registration: tinyurl.com/PraiseAndLaughter, blackcatholicministry@archindy.org, 317-261-3381.
October 11
Sisters of Providence, 1 Providence Pl., Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. 20th Anniversary of Saint Mother Theodore Guérin’s Canonization, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., pilgrimage 9:30 a.m., Mass 11 a.m., picnic at noon, free. Information, registration: events.sistersofprovidence.org, 812-535-2952, msolis-deal@spsmw.org.
Switchyard Park Pavilion, 1601 S. Rogers St., Bloomington. An Afternoon in the Park, 1-4 p.m., live music by Justin Case Band, face painting, indoor and outdoor games, food trucks, silent auction, raffle, proceeds benefit St. Vincent de Paul Society conference in Monroe County, free admission. Information: info@bloomingtonsvdp.org, 812-606-7633.
October 13
The Marriott Ballroom, 350 W. Maryland St., Indianapolis. Right to Life of Indianapolis Celebrate Life Dinner, 6-9:30 p.m., 6 p.m. check-in, 6:45 p.m. dinner and awards, 8 p.m. keynote by Deacon Paul Lunsford (Diocese of Lafayette), $125 individual, $1,250 table for 10. Information, registration: tinyurl.com/RTLIDinner2026, 317-582-1526, life@rtlindy.org.
Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Taizé Prayer at the Woods, 7-8 p.m., silent and spoken prayers, simple music, silence, virtual option available. Information: Taize.SistersofProvidence.org, 812-535-2952.
October 15-18
Sheraton Birmingham Hotel, 2101 Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard North, Birmingham, Ala. Fr. Chester P. Smith National Black Catholic Men’s Conference: “The Rock I Stand On,” 8 a.m. Thurs.-9 a.m. Sun., speakers include Birmingham Bishop Steven J. Raica; Father Vernon Huguley, head of Birmingham Diocese’s Black Catholic Ministry; Father Gerald Holloway, former University of Alabama football chaplain; Ron Jackson, senior director of government relations for Catholic Charities USA; and more; adults $215, ages 13-17 $150, lodging separate, hotel parking $40 per day; no conference registration deadline. Information, registration: bowmanfrancis.org.
October 16
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. Oct. 13. Information, registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.
October 17
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.
Primo Banquet and Conference Center, 2615 National Ave., Indianapolis. Marian Authentic Women’s Conference: Fiat, Let It Be Done, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., talks by Lisa Hendey, author and founder of CatholicMom.com; Kristy Malik, author and CEO and co-founder of Jonah Company; and Father Anthony Hollowell; includes opportunities for confession, adoration and Mass, Catholic marketplace (vendor applications accepted through Sept. 25), lunch and snacks included, hosted by the archdiocesan Office of Marriage and Family Life and Living Our Vocations Everyday (LOVE) Ministries, Inc., $60 per person or $55 if in group of eight or more, students ages 14-24 $20, consecrated religious free, register by Oct. 13. Information, registration: loveministriesindy.org/mawc. Questions: 317-361-8361, info@loveministriesindy.org.
October 18
St. Isidore the Farmer Parish, 6501 St. Isidore Road, Bristow. Fall Festival, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. CT, raffle, games, country store, kitchen with homemade goods and chili, free admission. Information: 812-843-5713.
October 19
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.
October 21
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
October 22
Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Providence Pl., Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Foundation Day Mass, 11 a.m., Mass to honor the day St. Mother Theodore Guerin and her five companions arrived at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.
October 23-25
Sisters of Providence, 1 Providence Pl., Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Discernment Retreat, 4 p.m. Fri.-2 p.m. Sun., for Catholic women ages 18-42 discerning a religious vocation. Information, registration: events.sistersofprovidence.org, 361-500-9505, jluna@spsmw.org.
October 24
St. Bartholomew Parish, 1306 27th St., Columbus. Polidor 5K Run/Walk, 8:30-11 a.m., check-in 7-8 a.m., supporting adult literacy Alfa Program in Limonade, Haiti, $20 ages 15 and older through Oct. 10, $25 after, $10 ages 14 and younger. Information, registration: tinyurl.com/PolidorRace2026, 812-350-5250, saleeb9287@att.net.
October 28
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 4
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, 5:30-8:30 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 admission. Information: saintmeinrad.org/visit-us/cultural-events, 812-357-6611.
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
St. Mark the Evangelist Parish, 535 E. Edgewood Ave., Indianapolis. Evangelization Retreat: Come Holy Spirit, Renew Our Hearts and Ignite Our Mission, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., English and Spanish tracks, talks, small groups, meditation and reflection, adoration, healing service, optional 4:30 p.m. Mass, lunch included, hosted by archdiocesan Office of Evangelization, $35, register by Oct. 26. Information, registration: bit.ly/comeholyspiritretreat, 317-236-1466, abardo@archindy.org.
St. Barnabas Church, 8300 Rahke Road, Indianapolis. In Their Shoes: A Poverty Simulation for the World Day of the Poor, 1 p.m., poverty simulation activities, optional service project at church afterward, optional 5 p.m. Mass, sponsored by archdiocesan Catholic Charities-Social Concerns, register by Oct. 24. Registration: tinyurl.com/2026InTheirShoes. Information: Laura Sheehan, 317-542-2492, lsheehan@archindy.org.
Holy Cross and St. Joseph Cemtery, 2446 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Indulgence Walk, 1 p.m., prayerful, one-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, $80through Oct. 11, $100 after , $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.
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General Announcements
Archdiocesan bilingual evangelization retreat will be held on Nov. 7 in Indianapolis
A bilingual archdiocesan evangelization retreat will be held at St. Mark the Evangelist Parish, 535 E. Edgewood Ave., Indianapolis, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Nov. 7.
The theme of retreat, offered by the archdiocese’s Office of Evangelization, is “Come Holy Spirit, Renew Our Hearts and Ignite Our Mission.” It will be broken into English and Spanish tracks with three sessions each.
The day includes talks, sharing in small groups, time for meditation and reflection, and an opportunity for participants of both tracks to gather for adoration and a healing service. All are invited to stay for 4:30 p.m. Mass at St. Mark the Evangelist Church.
The retreat provides opportunities for spiritual renewal and growth—of lay leaders, volunteers and those looking for a day of quiet and reflection.
The cost is $35, which includes lunch. The deadline to register is Oct. 26. Parish leaders can use the contact information below if they wish to assess the cost to their parish.
For more information or to register, go to bit.ly/comeholyspiritretreat or contact Anita Bardo at 317-236-1466 or abardo@archindy.org.
For speakers of Spanish who wish to register but are unable to do so online, contact Alden Budier at 786-400-8454 or abudier@archindy.org.
Retiro bilingüe de evangelización de la Arquidiócesis a celebrarse en Indianápolis el 7 de noviembre
El 7 de noviembre, de 9 a.m. a 4 p.m., se llevará a cabo un retiro bilingüe de evangelización de la Arquidiócesis en la parroquia de San Marcos Evangelista, ubicada en 535 E. Edgewood Ave., en Indianápolis.
El tema del retiro, organizado por la Oficina de Evangelización de la Arquidiócesis, es “Ven, Espíritu Santo, Renueva Nuestros Corazones y Aviva Nuestra Misión.” Se dividirá en dos grupos, uno en inglés y otro en español, con tres sesiones cada uno.
La jornada incluye charlas, intercambios en grupos pequeños, tiempo para la meditación y la reflexión, así como la oportunidad de que los participantes de ambas sesiones se reúnan para la adoración y un servicio de sanación. Todos están invitados a quedarse para la misa de las 4:30 p.m. en la iglesia de San Marcos Evangelista.
El retiro brinda oportunidades para la renovación y el crecimiento espiritual, tanto para líderes laicos y voluntarios como para quienes buscan un día de tranquilidad y reflexión.
Tiene un costo de $35 e incluye el almuerzo. La fecha límite para inscribirse es el 26 de octubre. Los líderes parroquiales pueden utilizar la información de contacto que aparece a continuación si desean asignar el costo a su parroquia.
Para obtener más información o inscribirse, visite bit.ly/comeholyspiritretreat o comuníquese con Anita Bardo en el 317-236-1466 o en abardo@archindy.org.
Los hispanohablantes que deseen inscribirse pero no puedan hacerlo en línea pueden comunicarse con Alden Budier al 786-400-8454 o a abudier@archindy.org.
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Retreats and Programs
September 25
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.
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.
September 29
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Come Away Day: Angels, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., time for prayer, reflection, fellowship and community, includes snacks and lunch, register by Sep. 28, $55. Information, registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
October 3
Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8212 W. Hendricks Rd, Bloomington. The Role of Judaism in Salvation History, 9:30 a.m.-3:45 p.m., presented by Jewish convert to Catholicism Roy Schoeman, includes two talks with opportunities for confession, rosary procession, Mass, and Holy Hour, free admission, $10 optional sack lunch, $100 for overnight stay. Information: 812-825-4642, ext. 1, guesthouse@motheroftheredeemer.com.
October 9-11
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Running the Way of the Lord’s Commands (despite tripping over a few speed bumps) – A retreat on The Rule of St. Benedict, guided five-part look at the Benedictine Rule, Benedictine Archabbot Kurt Stasiak presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
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 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 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 21
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Come Away Day: Gratitude, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., time for prayer, reflection, fellowship and community, includes snacks and lunch, register by Oct. 20, $55. Information, registration: ftm.retreatportal.com/events, 317-545-7681, lcoons@archindy.org.
October 23
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.
October 23-25
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 .
October 23-25
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Being “Eucharistic” People, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $350 single, $550 double. Information, registration: 812-357-6611, saintmeinrad.org/retreats.
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 Sunday, 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 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 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.
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 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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