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The Coming Month

February 4

Women’s Care Center, 4901 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. First Friday Mass, 5 p.m., Father Michael Block (Lafayette Diocese) celebrating, optional tour of center to follow. Information: 317-829-6800, www.womenscarecenter.org.

February 8, March 8

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 at cutt.ly/Taize. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

February 9, 23, March 9, 23

Group Lectio via Zoom, 7 p.m., second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, Benedictine Sister Jill Marie Reuber, facilitator, sponsored by Sisters of St. Benedict, Ferdinand, Ind. (Diocese of Evansville). Information: vocation@thedome.org.

February 12, March 12

Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Teen Volunteering Opportunity, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.,

ages 12-18, assist with retired Providence Sisters. Information and registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or spsmw.org/events.

February 16, March 16

Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Monthly Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-784-4439 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.

February 17, March 17

St. Joseph Church, 1401

S. Mickley Ave., Indianapolis. Third Thursday Adoration, interceding for women experiencing crisis pregnancy, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., with Mass at 5:45 p.m. Information:

317-244-9002.

Our Lady of Peace Cemetery and Mausoleum, 9001 Haverstick Road, Indianapolis. Monthly Mass, 2 p.m. Information: 317-574-8898 or www.catholiccemeteries.cc.

February 18

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St.,

Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, presenter TBA, rosary 6:35 a.m., Mass 7 a.m., buffet breakfast and program following, $18 members, $24 non-members. Register by 4 p.m. on Feb. 15. Information and registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

February 19

St. Michael the Archangel Church, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. Helpers of God’s Most Precious Infants Prayer Vigil for Life,

8:30 a.m. Mass, then prayer partners will carpool to Clinic for Women at 3607 W. 16th St. for vigil. Information: eric@romancatholicgentleman.com.

February 21, March 21

Sr. Thea Bowman Black Catholic Women Monthly Prayer Gathering, via Zoom, third Monday of each month, sponsored by archdiocesan Black Catholic Ministry,

7 p.m. Join meeting: cutt.ly/SrTheaPrayer, meeting ID: 810 3567 0684 or dial-in at 301-715-8592. Information: Pearlette Springer, pspringer@archindy.org or 317-236-1474.

February 26

East Central High School Performing Arts Center,

1 Trojan Place, St. Leon. E6 Catholic Men’s Conference, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., doors open 6:30 a.m., talks begin 8 a.m., presenters include author Matthew Kelly, Catholic radio host Gus Lloyd and Father Jonathan Meyer, online option available, clergy and religious free, $10 livestream, $25 high school and college students, $40 general admission. Information and registration: e6catholicmensconference.com.

March 4

Women’s Care Center, 4901 W. 86th St., Indianapolis.

First Friday Mass, 5 p.m., Father John McCaslin celebrating, optional tour of center to follow. Information: 317-829-6800, www.womenscarecenter.org.

March 12

St. Joan of Arc Parish, 4217 N. Central Ave., Indianapolis. 13th Annual Men’s Lenten Prayer Breakfast, 8-10 a.m.,

Mass followed by breakfast with talk by Father James Farrell, confession available 10-11 a.m., free. Information and registration: Barry Pachciarz, pachciarz@sbcglobal.net or 317-442-5542.

March 18

Northside Events and Social Club, 2100 E. 71st St., Indianapolis. Catholic Business Exchange, presenter TBA, rosary 6:35 a.m., Mass 7 a.m., buffet breakfast and program following, $18 members, $24 non-members. Register by 4 p.m. on Mar. 15. Information and registration: cutt.ly/CBE-Reg.

March 26

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis. Faithful Citizens Rosary Walk, 10:45-11:45 a.m., meet in front of church. Information: faithful.citizens2016@gmail.com.

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General Announcements 

Advance care planning conference to take place near Indianapolis on Feb. 12

“A Loving Gift: Advanced Care Planning Conference” will take place just north of Indianapolis in the social hall at St. Elizabeth Seton Parish, 10655 Haverstick Road, in Carmel, Ind. (Lafayette Diocese), from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Feb. 12, with doors opening at 9:30 a.m.

Having health care and end-of-life discussions with loved ones is difficult and often ignored. Advance Care Planning (ACP) is a means for discussing, exploring and sharing your desired health care choices with others. ACP promotes making decisions based on the medical issues, goals of health care, faith and personal values.

The workshop will examine topics such as: exploring who will speak for you if you are unable; designating a health care representative who can make decisions for you; and most importantly, deciding how you want to live your life as it nears its end are just a few of the critical questions that need answering while you are able.

Speakers and topics include:

• Father James Farrell, sacramental minister at St. Rita and Holy Angels parishes, both in Indianapolis, addressing the topic from a pastoral point of view.
• Elliott Bedford, director of Ethics Integration for Ascension St. Vincent in Central and Southern Indiana, examining the ethical perspective while preserving human dignity.
• Carol Applegate, lawyer, discussing the legal aspects of ACP in terms of life care planning and legal documentation.
• Jan Gaddis, faith community nurse for Franciscan Health, presenting on the clinical perspectives, including medical decision forms and what they mean.

The panel discussion will be followed by time for questions and answers, and light refreshments will be served.

The conference is free, but seating is limited to 100 and registration is required.

To register go to bit.ly/hm-advancedcareplanning.

For more information, call 317-669-1973 or email tricialp@gmail.com.

Mount Saint Francis will offer ‘Watch One Hour with Me’ Women’s Retreat on Feb. 26

A women’s retreat titled “Watch One Hour with Me” will be offered at Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., in Mt. St. Francis, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Feb. 26.

In preparation for Lent this year, gift yourself with a day at the Mount with other women. The focus of this retreat will be prayer, and touching on the Scriptures when Jesus went off to pray.

During the day, traditional prayers and rituals will be shared, prayers of various saints and mystics will be explored, and time will be taken for meditation and quiet prayer.

The retreat includes opportunities for the sacrament of reconciliation, and will end with the Sunday Vigil Mass.

Those interested in a longer retreat may choose to stay Saturday night into Sunday morning, joining others in the Divine Office and centering prayer.

The cost for the retreat is $50. The cost for an optional overnight stay on Saturday is an additional $100, which includes a private room and meals.

For more information or to register, go to mountsaintfrancis.org/womens-retreat or call 812-923-8817.

Documentary, discussion on gender reassignment trend set for Feb. 11 in Indy

The documentary Transmission: What’s the Rush to Reassign Gender? will be viewed and discussed in St. John Parish Hall on the first floor of the PanAm building across from St. John the Evangelist Church, 126 W. Georgia St., in Indianapolis, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. on Feb. 11.

The documentary is part of a pro-life film series sponsored by Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary and St. John the Evangelist parishes, both in Indianapolis.

A panel discussion will follow the viewing of the documentary.

All are welcome. There is no need to register, and the event is free, although freewill offerings will be accepted.

For more information, call 317-407-6881 or e-mail smdye1@gmail.com.

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Retreats and Programs

February 2

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Contemplative Prayer, in person or via Zoom, sponsored by Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 2-3:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting, freewill donation. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

February 7

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Keeping a Spiritual Journal, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., includes lunch, $75. Information and registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/spiritual-journal or 812-923-8817.

February 7, 14, 21, 28

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. “Brother Bob’s Bible Study,” Mondays 10:30 a.m. or 6:30 p.m., led by Andrew Hennessy, free. Information and registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/bible-study or 812-923-8817.

February 9, March 9

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $40, includes a private room for the day and lunch; spiritual direction is available for an additional $30, must be scheduled in advance. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

February 11-13, March 11-13

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Beyond the Fantastic! for married couples, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

February 12

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Pilgrimage: Charity, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., walking hike pilgrimage lead by Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, bring water bottle and lunch, rain or shine, $25. Information and registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/pilgrimage or 812-923-8817.

February 14

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 available for additional $28 per person, dinner additional $9. Registration: cutt.ly/fatimaretreats, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

February 18-20

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Shelter in Place: Weekend Retreat, Fri. 6:30 p.m.-Sun. 1 p.m., Father Jeffrey Godecker facilitating, includes room, meals, $200. Registration: cutt.ly/fatimaretreats, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

February 18

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. A Day of Quiet Renewal, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $20, $70 with spiritual direction. Information and registration: 812-934-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

February 19

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. St. Hildegard of Bingen, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $25, Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind presenting. Information and registration: 812-934-6437, www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

February 20

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. Coffee Talks “Transform & Transcend: Doing My Inner Work—Potentiality,” 10:45 a.m.-noon, Franciscan Sister Mary Ann Stoffregen presenting, online option available, freewill donation. Information and registration: 812-933-6437, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org.

February 26

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Women’s Retreat: “Watch One Hour with Me,” 9 a.m.-5 p.m., $50 includes meals, additional $100 for optional overnight stay. Information and registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/womens-retreat or 812-923-8817.

March 1-3

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Freedom Through Forgiveness, Benedictine Brother Zachary Wilberding presenting, $300 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 2

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. The Cross: The Heart of the Lenten Journey, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Benedictine Sister Betty Drewes presenting, $65, includes lunch. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

March 3

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Divine Wine & Art with Heart: Wine and canvas with a spiritual twist! 5-9 p.m., includes program, wine, snacks, painting supplies, limit of 16 people, $45. Registration: cutt.ly/fatimaretreats, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 8

Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Coffee and Conversation, 8-11:30 a.m., first of five individual sessions (March 15, 22, 29, April 5) based on Ann Voskamp’s book One Thousand Gifts, Patty Moore presenting, $25 per session or $100 for the series, journals provided. Information and registration: benedictinn.org/programs, 317-788-7581, benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

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