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June 17
St. Charles Borromeo Parish, 2222 E. 3rd St., Bloomington. St Vincent de Paul Hawaiian Hog Roast and Beer Garden Fest, 4:30-8:30 p.m., pork barbecue, beer and wine tent, silent auction, 50/50 raffle, door prizes, live music, authentic hula dancing and free lessons, proceeds benefit St. Vincent de Paul Society of Bloomington, adult tickets $10 in advance, $12 at the door, tickets for ages 6-12 $6, children ages 5 and younger free. Purchase tickets online at bloomingtonsvdp.org/hogroast. Information: 812-219-5566, hogroast@bloomingtonsvdp.org
Northside Knights of Columbus Hall, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, “Making a Difference: Compassion to Karuna,” chief of pediatric rehabilitation medicine at Riley Hospital and founder of Timmy Global Health Dr. Chuck Dietzen presenting, Mass, breakfast and program, 7-9 a.m., $15 members, $21 non-members, breakfast included. Reservations and information: www.catholicbusinessexchange.org.
June 17-19
St. Anthony Parish, 337 N. Warman Ave., Indianapolis. “Crossroads of the Americas Festival,” Fri. 7 p.m., music, dance; Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., rides, food, music; Sun. noon-6 p.m., rides and food. Information: 317-636-4828.
June 18
St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 316 N. Sherwood Ave., Clarksville. Parish Festival, noon-11 p.m., chicken dinners in air-conditioned room 2–8 p.m., cakes, quilts, bingo, children’s play area, midway games/booths noon-9 p.m.,
beer garden and gambling 4 p.m., prizes and raffles with first place $5,000, second place $1,000 and third place $500, music by DJ Mike Franklin from noon-8 p.m., “The Juice Box Heroes” from 8–11 p.m. Information: 812-282-2290.
Helpers of God’s Precious Infants, Indianapolis. Mass and Divine Mercy Chaplet at 8:30 a.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., followed by prayer at a local abortion center, and continued prayer at the church for those who wish to remain.
June 22
Bent Rail Brewery, 5301 N. Winthrop Ave., Indianapolis. Theology on Tap, free, hosted by IndyCatholic Young Adults, 7 p.m. Information: kvargo@archindy.org or 317-261-3373.
June 22-24
St. Elizabeth Seton Parish, Parish Life Center gym, 10655 Haverstick Road, Carmel, Ind. Seton Women’s Club Garage Sale, Wed. and Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon and fill bag for $5. Information: 317-846-3850, ext. 123.
June 23-25
St. Jude Parish, 5353 McFarland Road, Indianapolis. Summer Festival, rides, food, live entertainment, games, free, Thurs. 5-10 p.m., Fri. 5-11 p.m., Sat. 6-11 p.m. Information: 317-786-4371.
June 25
Christ the King Parish, 5884 N. Crittenden Ave., Indianapolis. Summer Social, 5 p.m.-midnight, live music, kids’ games, “split-the-pot” raffle, casino, food, beverages, $1 per person. Information: 317-255-3666.
June 26
Harrison County Fairgrounds, 341 S. Capital Ave., Corydon. St. Joseph Parish Picnic, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., chicken dinners in air conditioned dining area, games, quilts, $5,000 raffle. Information: 812-738-2742.
St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Decatur County, St. Maurice Campus, 1963 N. St. John St., Greensburg. Parish Picnic, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., all-you-can-eat chicken dinners, games, raffles. Information: 812-663-4754.
Bluff Creek Golf Course, 2710 Old St. Road 37 N., Greenwood. 15th Annual Bob Coffman Memorial Golf Scramble, benefits SS. Francis and Clare of Assisi Parish in Greenwood and St. Elizabeth/Coleman Pregnancy and Adoption Services in Indianapolis,
check-in and registration noon-1 p.m., immediately followed by shotgun start, $60 per person. Registration: send name, address and dollar amount for registration and any extra contribution for SS. Francis and Clare and St. Elizabeth/Coleman to Steve Coffman, 6035 Deer Cross Pl., Greenwood, IN, 46143. Include check for registration and contribution amount made out to 2016 Bob Coffman Memorial. Information: Steve Coffman, 317-881-6367.
June 28
Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. 6th Annual World Refugee Day Dinner, 6:30 p.m., guest speaker Catholic Relief Services Midwest regional development director Chandreyee Banerjee, ethnic foods, music, refugee artwork, program updates, suggested $25 donation. RSVP: HelpCreateHope.org.
June 29
Indy FertilityCare, 3802 W. 96th St., Suite 310, Indianapolis. Creighton Model Intro Session, learn how to chart fertility to avoid or achieve pregnancy and monitor health to receive NaPro Technology medical treatment, 6:30 p.m., $35 per couple by June 22, $50 after June 22, registration due by June 26. Information and registration: 317-217-7332 or lizfcp@indyfertilitycare.com.
July 1
Marian University chapel, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. Lumen Dei Catholic Business Group, Mass and monthly meeting, 6:30-8:30 a.m., breakfast, $15 per person. Information: 317-435-3447 or lumen.dei@comcast.net.
Most Holy Name of Jesus Church, 89 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. First Friday devotion, exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, 5:30 p.m.; reconciliation, 5:45-6:45 p.m.; Mass, 7 p.m.; Litany of the Sacred Heart and prayers for the Holy Father, 7:30 p.m. Information: 317-784-5454.
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 9:30 p.m., sacrament of reconciliation available. Information: 317-888-2861 or info@olgreenwood.org.
St. Lawrence Church, 6944 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. First Friday Charismatic Renewal Praise and Mass, praise and worship 7 p.m., Mass 7:30 p.m. Information: srcalep@yahoo.com.
July 2
Helpers of God’s Precious Infants Prayer Vigil, Terre Haute. 7:30 a.m. Mass at the Carmelite Monastery at 59 Allendale, 9:25 a.m. parking on Ohio Blvd., 9:30 a.m. assemble on sidewalk in front of Planned Parenthood at 30 S. 3rd St. for prayers, 10 a.m. travel to St. Patrick Adoration Chapel at 1807 Poplar St. for Divine Mercy Chaplet, completed around 10:30 a.m.
St. Michael Church, 145 St. Michael Blvd., Brookville. First Saturday Devotional Prayer Group, prayers, rosary, confession, meditation, 8 a.m. Information: 765-647-5462.
July 4
St. Mary Parish, 311 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis. Fourth of July Ole! Festival, 3-11 p.m., music, entertainment, children’s area, Texas poker, American and Latino food, view downtown fireworks. Information: 317-637-3983.
St. Matthew the Apostle Church, 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. July 4 Tri-Parish Mass and breakfast, 9 a.m., continental breakfast after Mass, celebration for St. Matthew the Apostle, St. Lawrence and St. Andrew parishes. Information: 317-257-4297, ltansy@saintmatt.org.
July 6
Holiday Day World & Splashin’ Safari, 452 E. Christmas Blvd., Santa Claus (Diocese of Evansville). New Albany Deanery Catholic Youth Ministries Day at the Theme Park, $36, deadline to register is June 20. Information and registration: www.nadyouth.org, sandy@nadyouth.org, 812-923-8355.
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.
July 7-9
Holy Spirit Parish, 7243 E. 10th St., Indianapolis. 69th Annual Festival and Monte Carlo, Thurs. 6-11 p.m., Fri. 6 p.m.-midnight, Sat. 1 p.m.-midnight, minimum $10 purchase of ride/food/drink vouchers per family or individual, youths under 18 must be accompanied by an adult; games for all ages, 20 Midway rides, games of chance, bingo, corn hole, 30 booths, ethnic and fair food, beer and music in Rose Garden, silent auction, big cash jackpots; family dinners each night 5-7:30 p.m., $8 for adults, $4 for children. Information: 317-353-9404, festival@holyspirit.cc, bit.ly/1XXr7vP.
July 8
Cathedral High School, 5225 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Mass for Vocations, 8:30 a.m. Information: 317-748-1478.
July 8-9
St. Benedict Church, 111 S. 9th St., Terre Haute. St. Benedict Community Festival, live music, family games, casino games, food booths, beer garden, handmade quilt raffle, 50/50 raffle, silent auction, tickets sold for $25,000, $10,000, $5,000, $2,000, $1,000 and $750, 5 p.m.- midnight each day. Information: 812-232-8421.
July 9
St. Bartholomew Church, 1306 27th St., Columbus. The King’s Singers: Postcards from Around the World, concert by Grammy Award-winning all-male British sextet, songs from around the world and the Great American Songbook, doors open 6:45 p.m., concert starts 7:30 p.m., tickets $25, group discounts available. Tickets: music office at St. Bartholomew, Viewpoint Books and Columbus Visitors Center, and ticketriver.com/event/16850. Information: 812-379-9353, ext. 237.
Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Avenue, Beech Grove. Shop INN-spired Summer Sizzling Sale, variety of items and great prices, free soft-serve ice cream cone, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Information: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.
July 10
St. Lawrence Parish, 542 Walnut St., Lawrenceburg. Chicken Fest 2016, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., chicken dinners, $12 adults, $10 ages 10 and younger, raffle. Information: 812-537-3992, ext. 2.
St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. Mass in French, 1 p.m. Information: 317-523-4193 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.
July 12
St. Paul Hermitage, 501 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. Ave Maria Guild, 12:30 p.m. Information: 317-223-3687, vlgmimi@aol.com.
July 14
St. Mark the Evangelist Parish, Cenacle (house on parish grounds), Indianapolis. Hope and Healing Survivors of Suicide support group, 7 p.m. Information: 317-851-8344.
July 15
Northside Knights of Columbus Hall, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, “”, presenting, Mass, breakfast and program, 7-9 a.m., $15 members, $21 non-members, breakfast included. Reservations and information: www.catholicbusinessexchange.org.
July 16
Helpers of God’s Precious Infants, Indianapolis. Mass and Divine Mercy Chaplet at 8:30 a.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., followed by prayer at a local abortion center, and continued prayer at the church for those who wish to remain.
St. Mary Parish, 7500 Navilleton Road, Floyds Knobs. 5K Fun Run/Walk, 8 a.m., registration forms are available online at www.stmarysnavilleton.com. Information: 912-923-5419.
July 16-17
All Saints Parish, Dearborn County, St. John the Baptist Campus, 25743 State Rte. 1, Guilford. St. John Summer Festival, Sat. 5 p.m.-midnight, Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., chicken dinners served 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Information: 812-576-4302.
July 17
St. Mary Parish, 7500 Navilleton Road, Floyds Knobs. Parish Festival, chicken dinners in air-conditioned dining room, silent auction, bingo, children’s games, quilts, booths, $2,500 in cash prizes, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., carryout until 4 p.m. Information: 812-923-5419.
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General Announcements
Office of Pro-Life and Family Life seeks nominations for Respect Life awards
Each year, the archdiocesan Office of Pro-Life and Family Life honors an adult or married couple and a high school student at the annual Respect Life Sunday Mass, which is held the first Sunday in October. The Mass will be held on Oct. 2 this year.
Please consider nominating an adult or married couple whom you believe should be recognized for their leadership in promoting the dignity and sanctity of human life in the parish community and the archdiocese for the Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Respect Life Award.
Please also consider nominating a high school student whom you believe demonstrates leadership in promoting the dignity and sanctity of human life in the parish, community, school community and in the archdiocese for the Our Lady of Guadalupe Pro-Life Youth Award.
A downloadable nomination form is available by logging on to www.archindy.org/rls. Completed nomination forms can be returned to The Office of Pro-Life and Family Life, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46202, or e-mailed to rniemerg@archindy.org by no later than Aug. 31.
More information about the awards and a list of past recipients is also available at www.archindy.org/rls.
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Retreats and Programs
June 17-19
Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, 8220 W. State Road 48, Bloomington. Retreat with Fathers of Mercy superior general Father William Casey, call for pricing, deadline is June 10. Information: 812-825-4642, ext. 200, marianoasis@bluemarble.net.
Our Lady of the Apostles Family Center, 2884 N. 700 W., Greenfield. Mary’s Garden Party Camp, hosted by Little Flowers Girls’ Club, open to all Catholic girls ages five and older, along with their mothers, girls younger than 10 must be accompanied with adult age 21 or older, weekend centered on Blessed Mother, building virtue and making friendships, moms share wisdom on raising young girls, before June 1: $75 for mother/daughter combination, $50 for individual registration; June 1 and after: $100 for mother/daughter combination, $75 for individual registration. Information and registration: www.beholdpublications.com/SummerCamps/.
June 17-23
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. “The Image as a Window to the Spiritual: An Artist’s Six-Day Hands-on Workshop and Retreat,” Benedictine Brother Martin Erspamer and Passionist Brother Michael Moran, presenters, $650 single, $950 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
June 19-25
Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Week long silent retreat, “Community Monastic Retreat: Monasticism and Nonviolence-Growing in Love and Freedom,” Benedictine Sister Anne McCarthy, facilitator. Information: 317-788-7581 or benedictinn@benedictinn.org.
June 20
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Ignatian Spirituality Project, monthly evening of prayer and community, 6-7:30 p.m. Information: 317-545-7681 or www.archindy.org/fatima.
June 21-23
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Midweek retreat, “The Jesus Prayer,” Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
June 24-26
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Tobit Marriage Preparation Weekend, $295 per couple. Information: 317-545-7681 or www.archindy.org/fatima.
June 25
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Transitions: Crossing Life’s Thresholds, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $45 includes lunch, $65 includes lunch and CEU. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
June 26
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Pre-Cana Marriage Preparation Conference, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: 317-545-7681 or www.archindy.org/fatima.
June 28-30
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Midweek retreat, “The Beatitudes: God’s Logic in a Crazy World,” Benedictine Father Vincent Tobin, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
July 1-3
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. “Basic Bach: Appreciating a Creative Genius,” Benedictine Father Noël Mueller, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
July 6
Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Retreat Day, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m., $35 includes a room for the day and lunch, spiritual direction available for an additional fee. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.
July 8-10
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Twelve Step Weekend Retreat for Women. Information: 317-753-8527.
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. AA retreat, “Powerlessness, Weakness and Strength in Recovery,” Benedictine Father Colman Grabert, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
July 12-14
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Midweek retreat, “Monastic Practices,” Benedictine Brother William Sprauer, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
July 15-17
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. “Pray Always,” Benedictine Father Adrian Burke, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
July 17-22
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Coming Home Retreat, Providence Sister Ann Sullivan, presenter, $425 per person, registration deadline July 11. Information: 812-535-2932 or provctr@spsmw.org.
July 20
Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Avenue, Beech Grove. Praying with Paint, 1-3 p.m., $30 includes cost of materials. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.
July 21
Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Avenue, Beech Grove. Seasonal Community Labyrinth /Peace & Nature Garden Walk, led by Benedictine Sisters Cathy Anne Lepore and Angela Jarboe, free will donations accepted, 7- 8:30 p.m. Information: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.
July 22-23
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Pre-Cana Marriage Preparation Conference, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: 317-545-7681 or www.archindy.org/fatima.
July 22-24
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Retreat for Recovering Alcoholics and Alanons, “Step 11,” Dave Maloney, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
July 25
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Ignatian Spirituality Project, monthly evening of prayer and community, 6-7:30 p.m. Information: 317-545-7681 or www.archindy.org/fatima.
July 25-29
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Bringing to Life the Word of God in Song, Benedictine Father Columba Kelly, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
July 29-31
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Tobit Marriage Preparation Weekend, $295 per couple. Information: 317-545-7681 or www.archindy.org/fatima.
July 30-August 7
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Used Book Sale sponsored by Linden Leaf Gifts, Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.. Information: 812-535-2932 or provctr@spsmw.org.
August 1-5
Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Franciscan Retreat, $450 for private room, $300 for commuter, single days are $70, rooms per night are $35. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, center@oldenburgosf.com, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.
August 8
Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Retreat Day, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m., $35 includes a room for the day and lunch, spiritual direction available for an additional fee. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.
August 15
Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Ignatian Spirituality Project, monthly evening of prayer and community, 6-7:30 p.m. Information: 317-545-7681 or www.archindy.org/fatima.
August 16-18
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Midweek retreat, “Pray Your Way to Happiness,” Benedictine Brother Maurus Zoeller, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
August 18
Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Avenue, Beech Grove. Seasonal Community Labyrinth /Peace & Nature Garden Walk, led by Benedictine Sisters Cathy Anne Lepore and Angela Jarboe, free will donations accepted, 7- 8:30 p.m. Information: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.
August 19-21
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. “Discovering the Spiritual Richness in the Letters of St. Paul,” Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
August 26-28
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House and Retreat Center, 200 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. “Living Monastic Values in Everyday Life,” Benedictine Brother Martin Erspamer, presenter, $255 single, $425 double. Information: 812-357-6585 or mzoeller@saintmeinrad.edu.
August 27
Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Engaging Compassion, presenter Vanessa Hurst, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m., $65 includes lunch, or register and pay in advance with a friend for $55 per person. Information and registration: 317-788-7581, www.benedictinn.org.
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