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The Coming Month

May 31

Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Memorial Day Mass, noon. Information: 317-784-4439 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.

June 2

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.

June 3

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 7575 Holliday Dr. E., Indianapolis. Corpus Christi Eucharistic Procession, 5 p.m., confession, 5:30 p.m. Mass followed by procession 6:30 p.m. Information: 317-259-4373.

June 3-5

St. Jude Parish, 5353 McFarland Road., Indianapolis. Parish Festival, 6:30-11 p.m., carnival rides, live music, Monte Carlo, children’s games, food trucks, free admission. Information: 317-786-4371.

St. Simon the Apostle Parish, 8155 Oaklandon Rd., Indianapolis. Parish Festival, Thurs. 5-11 p.m., Fri. 5 p.m.-midnight, Sat. 3 p.m.-

midnight; live music Thurs. Jason and Joy, Fri. Nauti Yachtys, Sat. Stella Luna and the Satellites; new rides, Kids’ Zone, free entry with purchase of $10 in food and beverage tickets, early-bird family package available. Information: saintsimonfestival.com, 317-826-6000 or chair@saintsimonfestival.com.

June 4

Women’s Care Center, 4901 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. First Friday Mass, 5 p.m., 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., reconciliation available. Information: 317-750-7309, msross1@hotmail.com.

June 4-5

McGowan Hall Knights of Columbus, 1305 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis. Encounter Ministries: School of Healing Conference, sponsored by archdiocesan Office of Human Life and Dignity, Fri. 6-9 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-10 p.m., Ryan Mahle and Daniel Rodriguez presenting, registration deadline May 31, $70, $35 for priests/religious/seminarians, includes Sat. lunch. Registration: cutt.ly/schoolofhealing. Information: 317-236-1543 or bvarick@archindy.org.

June 4-6

St. Therese of the Child Jesus (Little Flower) Parish, 4720 E. 13th Street, Indianapolis. Summerfest, Fri. 5-11 p.m., Sat. 3-11 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., rides, entertainment, bingo, raffle, silent auction, admission $10 for $10 in festival coupons for use at food and attractions. Information: 317-357-8352, amackell@littleflowerparish.org.

June 5

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.

SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Encounter Ministries: Healing Service, sponsored by archdiocesan Office of Human Life and Dignity, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Ryan Mahle and Daniel Rodriguez facilitating, worship and praise, Scripture, preaching, communal prayer for healing, prayer team healing. Information: 317-236-1543 or bvarick@archindy.org.

June 7

St. Therese of the Child Jesus (Little Flower) Parish Center, St. Therese Room, 4720 E. 13th St., Indianapolis. Soulcore Rosary Workout, 6:30-7:15 p.m., prayer and exercise, free. Information: 317-727-1167, joane632003@yahoo.com or soulcore.com.

June 8

Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. St. Mary-of-the-Woods. “The Spirit Breathes” monthly Taizé Prayer Service, 7-8 p.m., silent and spoken prayers, simple music, silence, virtual option available at cutt.ly/Taize. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

June 10-12

Our Lady of the Greenwood, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood. Parish Festival, Thurs. 5-11 p.m., Fri. 5 p.m.-

midnight, Sat. 2 p.m.-midnight, rides, food, games, entertainment, outdoor Monte Carlo, beer tent, children’s games, free admission. Information: 317-888-2861 or info@olgreenwood.org.

June 11

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., St. Anthony Hall, Mt. St. Francis. Penny Sisto’s Spirit of Love Exhibit and reception, 6-8 p.m., meet fabric artist Penny Sisto and view her artwork, refreshments served, free. Information: 812-923-8817, mountsaintfrancis.org/penny-sisto.

June 11-July 9

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., St. Anthony Hall, Mt. St. Francis. Penny Sisto’s Spirit of Love Exhibit, exhibition of the work of fabric artist Penny Sisto, hours: Mon., Wed. and Sat. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Fri. 4-7 p.m., free. Information: 812-923-8817 or mountsaintfrancis.org/penny-sisto.

June 12

All Saints Parish, St. John the Baptist campus, 25743 State Route 1, Guilford. Marriage Retreat: It Takes Two to Tango, 6-9 p.m., Troy and Kathleen Billings presenting, free, register by June 10. Information: 812-576-4302 or clairekeck.asp@gmail.com.

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General Announcements 

Register by June 7 for ‘Embracing our COVID Experiences’ virtual series

The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, in St. Mary-of-the-Woods, will host a virtual series called “Embracing our COVID Experiences” from 6:30-8 p.m. on June 9, 16 and 23.

The three-part virtual series will be facilitated by grief specialist Providence Sister Connie Kramer.

The series will begin with the topic “Remembering Our COVID Losses,” and followed by “Honoring Our Loved Ones That Died During COVID.” The final topic will be “Claiming Our COVID Blessings.”

The cost per session is $5, and the deadline to register is on June 7.

To register, go to Events.SistersofProvidence.org, call 812-535-2952 or e-mail provctr@spsmw.org.

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Retreats and Programs

May 28

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.

June 2

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Plein Air Classes: Painting the Springtime Landscape, 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. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

June 9

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, optional spiritual direction for additional $30 (must be scheduled in advance). Registration: www.benedictinn.org/programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

June 10

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.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Divine Wine & Art with Heart, 5-9 p.m., Hayley Mosson presenting, $45, includes program, wine, snacks and all painting supplies. Registration: cutt.ly/fatimaretreats, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

June 11-12

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. The Personal Journal: A Tool for the Spiritual Journey, Fri. 7 p.m. - Sat. 3:30 p.m., writing professor Susan Yanos presenting, $175 includes, room, meals and supplies. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

June 13

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. You Are Not Alone: Emotional Journey of Suicide Loss Survivors, 4-6 p.m., online option available, led by Christine Turo-Shields, LCSW, and panel, refreshments, free-will offering. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, cutt.ly/notalone6-13.

June 14-18

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Summer Art Day Camp, 9 a.m.-noon, ages 7-11, clay, painting, photography, nature walks, $125. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

June 17-19

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Quilter’s Retreat, 9 a.m. Thurs. -11 a.m. Sat., presentation by nationally-known fabric artist Penny Sisto 2 p.m. Fri., for all levels, bring machine, supplies, personal projects, $225 includes two-night stay and six meals, $100 commuter includes four meals, $75 additional for Wed. afternoon arrival. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

June 20-26

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Monastic Retreat: Our Journey into Freedom, Sun. 7 p.m. - Sat. 1 p.m., Benedictine Father Mauricius Wilde facilitating, $550 includes room and meals. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

June 22

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 per day, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of the common areas and grounds, overnight stays based on availability for additional $28 per person, dinner additional $9. Registration: cutt.ly/fatimaretreats, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

June 25

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. A Quiet Day of Renewal, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $20, $70 with spiritual direction. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

June 27

Coffee Talks “Mystics and Prayer”: Meister Eckhart, via Zoom, sponsored by Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 10:45 a.m.-noon, Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, free will donation. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

July 7, July 8

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art and Soul Creation Guild, choose between 9:30-11:30 a.m. first Wednesday of the month or 6:30-8:30 p.m. first Thursday of the month, Providence Sister Rosemary Schmalz presenting, $30 membership fee to join group, $5 per session after. Information and registration: Jeanne Frost, 812-535-2952, jfrost@spsmw.org or Events.SistersofProvidence.org.

July 11

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. You Are Not Alone: Healing Journey Forward with Suicide Loss, 4-6 p.m., online option available, led by grief counselor Providence Sister Connie Kramer and suicide loss survivor Lisa Thibault, includes refreshments, free-will offering. Information and registration: Jennifer Burger, 317-545-7681, jburger@archindy.org, cutt.ly/notalone7-11.

July 12-16

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Summer Art Day Camp, 9 a.m.-noon, ages 7-11, clay, painting, photography, nature walks, $125. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

July 13

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $35, includes room, continental breakfast, lunch and use of common areas and grounds, overnight stays available for additional $28 per person, dinner additional $9. Registration: cutt.ly/fatimaretreats, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

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