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The Coming Month

February 3

MCL Cafeteria, 5520 Castleton Corner Lane, Indianapolis. Solo Seniors, 5 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.

February 4

The Third Option virtual marriage crisis/enrichment class, “Building a Climate of Respect,” 7-8 p.m., Thursdays bi-weekly through May 20, viewing all sessions recommended but not required, no registration needed, free. Log on: carmelthirdoption.org/web then click on link at top of page. Information: carmelthirdoption.org/web, or Keith Ingram, kingram@aicinvest.com or 317-324-8446.

February 4

Facing Challenges with St. Mother Theodore Guerin, virtual presentation and panel discussion, offered by the Sisters of Providence, 7-8:30 p.m., free. Information, registration: FacingChallenges.SistersofProvidence.org.

February 5

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., sacrament of Reconciliation available. Information: 317-750-7309, msross1@hotmail.com.

February 6

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.

February 9

Monthly Virtual Taizé Prayer Service, 7-8 p.m., silent and spoken prayers, simple music, silence. Link: Taize.SistersofProvidence.org. Information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org.

February 11

Sisters of Providence White Violet Center for Eco-Justice Virtual Workshop: Baking Sourdough Bread, via Zoom, 6:30-8 p.m., $45 includes instruction materials and sourdough bread starter, register by Feb. 4. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

The Third Option virtual marriage crisis/enrichment class, “Responsibility and Blame Game,” 7-8 p.m., Thursdays bi-weekly through May 20, viewing all sessions recommended but not required, no registration needed, free. Log on: carmelthirdoption.org/web then click on link at top of page. Information: carmelthirdoption.org/web, or Keith Ingram, kingram@aicinvest.com or 317-324-8446.

“Family Changes Everything: Loved, Connected and Safe—How the Need is Being Met,” webinar, sponsored by archdiocesan Catholic Charities -Social Concerns, noon-1 p.m., discusses life of unaccompanied children, how archdiocesan Refugee and Immigrant Services and Indianapolis-based Bethany Christian Services help, and how others can help, free. Registration: familychangeseverything.eventbrite.com. Information: Simona Reising, 317-236-1457 or sreising@archindy.org.

February 12-13

Zoom and See for Yourself weekend, Dominican Sisters of Adrian, for Catholic women ages 19-35 discerning a call to religious life, includes prayer, silence, faith-sharing and time to learn about the life of a Dominican sister. Registration: tinyurl.com/ADSDiscern. Information: Sister Tarianne DeYonker, OP, tdeyonker@adriandominicans.org or call or text 517-920-1395.

February 17

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

February 18

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.

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

“Family Changes Everything: Supporting Kids and Families in Our Community,” webinar, sponsored by archdiocesan Catholic Charities - Social Concerns, noon-1 p.m., licensed foster parents share their stories and how others can help kids and families in their community, free. Registration: familychangeseverything.eventbrite.com. Information: Simona Reising, 317-236-1457 or sreising@archindy.org.

The Third Option virtual marriage crisis/enrichment class, “Understanding Expectations,” 7-8 p.m., Thursdays bi-weekly through May 20, viewing all sessions recommended but not required, no registration needed, free. Log on: carmelthirdoption.org/web then click on link at top of page. Information: carmelthirdoption.org/web, or Keith Ingram, kingram@aicinvest.com or 317-324-8446.

February 25

“Family Changes Everything: Current Trends and What’s Next?” webinar, sponsored by archdiocesan Catholic-Charities Social Concerns office, noon-1 p.m., archdiocesan Refugee and Immigrant Services policy advisor Laura McCarter and an immigration attorney discuss current policies and how individuals can advocate for future needs, free. Registration: familychangeseverything.eventbrite.com. Information: Simona Reising, 317-236-1457 or sreising@archindy.org.

February 27

Sisters of Providence White Violet Center “Virtual Alpaca Encounter,” via Zoom, 10-11 a.m., $15 plus optional $10 per alpaca ornament felting kit, register by Feb. 19. Registration and information: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org or www.spsmw.org/event.

Annual Shawe and Pope John Virtual Auction Dinner, benefitting Prince of Peace schools in Madison, two raffles, prizes up to $10,000, 200 raffle tickets at $200 each. To buy tickets, donate items or sponsor event: 812-273-5835 ext. 246, or 812-801-1660. Online auction link goes live on Feb. 1: qtego.net/qlink/popauction21.

March 3

March 4

The Third Option virtual marriage crisis/enrichment class, “Re-Defining Power Struggle,” 7-8 p.m., Thursdays bi-weekly through May 20, viewing all sessions recommended but not required, no registration needed, free. Log on: carmelthirdoption.org/web then click on link at top of page. Information: carmelthirdoption.org/web, or Keith Ingram, kingram@aicinvest.com or 317-324-8446.

March 5

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.

March 6

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.

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General Announcements

Dominican Sisters of Adrian, Mich., offer ‘Zoom and See’ weekend

The Dominican Sisters of Adrian, Mich., will host a virtual “Zoom and See” weekend for single Catholic women ages 19-35 seeking to discern their call in life on Feb. 12-13.

The weekend is a virtual opportunity to spend time spend with the Adrian Dominican Sisters and with other young Catholic women discerning their future.

“Zoom and See” will include time for prayer, silence, faith-sharing and fun, as well as the opportunity to learn about the life of a Sister and the Dominican life.

To register, go to tinyurl.com/ADSDiscern. For more information, contact Sister Tarianne DeYonker at tdeyonker@adriandominicans.org or call or text her at 517-920-1395.

Webinars on unaccompanied children available on Thursdays in February

The archdiocesan Catholic Charities-Social Concerns office is offering a series of three separate webinars on unaccompanied immigrant children called “Family Changes Everything” from noon-1 p.m. on Feb. 11, 18 and 25. There is no cost to join the webinars.

The Feb. 11 topic is “Loved, Connected and Safe: How the Need is Being Met.” The discussion will address the life of an unaccompanied child, share how they are being helped by the archdiocesan Refugee and Immigrant Services and Indianapolis-based Bethany Christian Services, and how individuals can help in meeting the needs of such children. Several experts will speak, including Heidi Smith, archdiocesan director of Refugee and Immigrant Services.

On Feb. 18, licensed foster parents will discuss “Supporting Kids and Families in Our Community.” They will share why they chose to become involved in supporting children and families, and explain how others can volunteer.

On Feb. 25, the topic “Current Trends and What’s Next?” will be addressed by archdiocesan Refugee and Immigrant Services policy advisor Laura McCarter and an immigration attorney. They will discuss current policies and how individuals can advocate for future needs.

The webinars are free, but registration is required. To register, go to familychangeseverything.eventbrite.com.

For more information, contact Simona Reising at 317-236-1457 or e-mail sreising@archindy.org.

Feb. 12 Mass in Beech Grove to remember 2,400-plus unborn children killed by abortionist

A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. on Feb. 12 at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 89 N. 17th Ave., in Beech Grove. The liturgy will mark the one-year anniversary of the burial of 2,411 aborted babies, whose remains were interred in Southlawn Cemetery in South Bend, Ind., last year.

Those who plan to attend the Mass must wear a mask and follow appropriate social distance guidelines.

The babies had been aborted between 2000 and 2003 by the late Dr. Ulrich “George” Klopfer, who operated abortion centers in Indiana starting in the 1970s. He performed an estimated 30,000 abortions before having his license revoked in 2016.

The medically preserved remains of those fetuses had been transported across state lines and stored for years on Klopfer’s Illinois property, in his garage and in the trunk of a car. The grisly discovery of the remains was made after his death in September of 2019.

Records found with the remains indicated the abortions had taken place in the Indiana cities of South Bend, Fort Wayne and Gary.

Palmer Funeral Home donated the burial space at its Southlawn Cemetery and a memorial stone, which reads: “In memory of the 2,411 precious unborn buried here on Feb. 12, 2020.”

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Retreats and Programs

February 3-March 24

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, Pump House Studio, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Watercolor 101, Wednesdays 9:30-1:30 a.m. or 6:30-8:30 p.m., learn basic watercolor techniques from Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, open to all levels, bring watercolor paper, easels and drawing tables provided, watercolors available for purchase, $20 per session. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

February 13

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. A Day for Couples: Friendship in The Lord, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen presenting, married and unmarried couples welcome, $100 per couple includes two meals. Information, registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

February 17

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Grace: An Ash Wednesday Day of Reflection, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Benedictine Sister Karen Byerly presenting, $60, includes lunch. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

Scriptures of Lent/Spring virtual study via Zoom, first of six stand-alone sessions (Feb. 25, March 4, 11, 18 and 25), offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 6:15-7:45 p.m., $5/session, $25 for all six, register by Feb. 15. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. The Grace of Lent, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen and Judy Ribar presenting, reflection followed by Mass and distribution of ashes and simple meal, $40, registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25

Lenten “Letting Go” Series, Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, via Zoom, 7- 8:30 p.m., Judy Ribar presenter, six sessions, $100. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

February 19

Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. A Quiet Day of Renewal, self-guided retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $20 includes private room, $70 with spiritual direction. Information, registration: center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/programs.

February 20

Second Half of Life virtual program via Zoom, offered by Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Olga Wittekind facilitating, $25, $40 with CEUs. Information, registration: center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/programs.

February 21

Virtual “Mystics & Prayer” Coffee Talk via Zoom: Raimon Panikkar, offered by Oldenburg Franciscan Center, 10:45 a.m.-noon., Bruce Garrison presenting. Information, registration: center@oldenburgosf.com, oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/programs.

February 23

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Combating Racism: A Spiritual Journey, first of six stand-alone sessions (March 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30), 7-8:30 p.m., Mary Beth Riner presenting, $25 per session, $125 for six sessions. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

February 24-March 31

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Companions on the Journey, first of six sessions (March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31), 7-8:30 p.m., United Methodist minister Tracey D. Leslie presenting, $130 for six sessions, includes book. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

February 25

Scriptures of Lent/Spring virtual study via Zoom, second of six stand-alone sessions (March 4, 11, 18 and 25), offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 6:15-7:45 p.m., $5/session, register by Feb. 22. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

February 26

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.

February 27

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Women’s Retreat: Are You Martha or Mary?, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Judy Ribar presenter, $40 via Zoom, $50 in-person includes lunch, $75 additional for overnight and evening meal. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

March 1

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Taste and See, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Lenten day of reflection on the Eucharist, Cindy Kattau and Darlene Davis presenting, $45, includes continental breakfast, Mass, program, lunch, adoration and Benediction. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 2

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Combating Racism: A Spiritual Journey, second of six stand-alone sessions (March 9, 16, 23 and 30), 7-8:30 p.m., Mary Beth Riner presenting, $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs . Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org , 317-788-7581.

March 2-4

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Preparing for Holy Week Retreat, Benedictine Father Jeremey King presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 3

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art and Soul Creation Guild, 9:30 a.m.-noon, annual membership $30 per person plus $5 for each additional monthly session. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

March 4

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, Havlik Center at Providence Hall, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Art and Soul Creation Guild, 6:30-8:30 p.m., annual membership $30 per person plus $5 for each additional monthly session. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

Scriptures of Lent/Spring virtual study via Zoom, third of six stand-alone sessions (March 11, 18 and 25), offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 6:15-7:45 p.m., $5/session, register by March 1. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

March 4-7

Retrouvaille Weekend via Zoom, sponsored by Retrouvaille Indy, for couples in struggling marriages. Registration: www.helpourmarriage.org or email retrouindy@gmail.com.

March 8

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $35, includes room to use for the day, continental breakfast, lunch and use of the common areas and grounds. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

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

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Combating Racism: A Spiritual Journey, third of six stand-alone sessions (March 16, 23 and 30), 7-8:30 p.m., Dr. Mary Beth Riner presenting, $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

March 11

Scriptures of Lent/Spring virtual study via Zoom, fourth of six stand-alone sessions (March 18 and 25), offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 6:15-7:45 p.m., $5/session, $25 for all six, register by March 8. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

March 12-14

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Beyond the Fantastic! Second Valentine Retreat for Married Couples, Benedictine Father Noël Mueller presenting, $425 double occupancy. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

March 13

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Lessons Learned through Loss and Lament, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, Judy Ribar and Tina Ridge presenting, $50 includes lunch. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Divine Wine & Art with Heart, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Hayley Mosson presenting, $45, includes program, wine, snacks and all painting supplies. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 16

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Combating Racism: A Spiritual Journey, fourth of six stand-alone sessions (March 23 and 30), 7-8:30 p.m., Mary Beth Riner presenting, $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

March 18

Scriptures of Lent/Spring virtual study via Zoom, fifth of six stand-alone sessions (March 25), offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 6:15-7:45 p.m., $5/session, register by March 15. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

March 19-21

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Sacred Rhythms of Prayer, 9 a.m. Fri. - 1 p.m. Sun., Benedictine Sister Carol Falkner and Patty Moor facilitating, $250 includes room and meals. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. On the Way to the Tomb, 7 p.m. Fri.-1 p.m. Sun., Father Jim Farrell presenting, $200 per person, $400 per married couple, includes program, five meals, snacks, two overnight stays in private guestroom with private bathroom. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 23

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Combating Racism: A Spiritual Journey, fifth of six stand-alone sessions (March 30), 7-8:30 p.m., Mary Beth Riner presenting, $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

March 24

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Introduction to Spiritual Direction, 5-9 p.m., free, includes program and light supper. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 25

Scriptures of Lent/Spring virtual study via Zoom, sixth of six stand-alone sessions, offered by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, 6:15-7:45 p.m., $5/session, register by March 22. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event.

March 26

March 26-28

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Being Humble, Being Holy, retreat on St. Benedict’s spiritual teachings, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Walking with Christ, 7 p.m. Fri.-1 p.m. Sun., Father Steve Banet presenting, $200 per person, $400 per married couple, includes program, five meals, snacks and two overnight stays in private guestroom with private bathroom. Registration: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 27

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. “One, the Cross that We Share:” Preparing for Holy Week, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen presenter, $50 includes lunch. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

March 28

Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, Foley Room, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Labyrinth Walking: An Ancient Tool for a New Time, 1:30-3:30 p.m., $10, register by March 25, limited spaces available. Information, registration: 812-535-2952, provctr@spsmw.org, www.spsmw.org/event

March 30-April 1

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. Holy Week Days of Silence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $35 perday, 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: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 or jburger@archindy.org.

March 30

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Combating Racism: A Spiritual Journey, sixth of six stand-alone sessions, 7-8:30 p.m., Mary Beth Riner presenting, $25. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

March 31-April 4

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. A Holy Week Experience, Benedictine Father Colman Grabert presenting, $465 single, $735 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 1-4

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Triduum Retreat, 4:30 p.m. Thurs. - 1 p.m. Sun., includes room and meals, $350. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 2

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Good Friday Personal Day of Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., includes private room for the day and lunch, $40. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 6

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., first of four stand-alone sessions (April 13, 20 and 27), Benedictine Sister Kathleen Yeadon presenting, $90 for series, $25 per session. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 7-June 2

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

April 10

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. A Day (or Weekend) of Peace, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Judy Ribar facilitator, $50 includes lunch, $75 additional for overnight and one meal. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 13

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., second of four stand-alone sessions (April 13, 20 and 27), Benedictine Sister Julie Sewell presenting, $25 per session. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 16-18

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Being at Home as a Young Adult in the Church, retreat for young adults, Benedictine Brother Simon Herrmann presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 17

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Pilgrimage at the Mount, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Conventual Franciscan Father Vincent Petersen, presenter, $50 includes lunch. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 20

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., third of four stand-alone sessions (April 13, 20 and 27), Benedictine Sister Carol Falkner presenting, $25 per session. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 23-25

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Lectio Divina: Praying with the Bible, Benedictine Father Adrian Burke presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 24

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis. Wisdom of the Second Half of Life, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Judy Ribar presenter, $50, $75 additional for overnight and one meal. Registration: mountsaintfrancis.org/retreats or 812-923-8817.

April 26-30

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. A Conversation with St. Paul Regarding the Trials of Pastoral Ministry, retreat for priests, Benedictine Father Eugene Hensell presenting, $465 single. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

April 27

Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. Benedictine Spirituality, 7-8:30 p.m., third of four stand-alone sessions (April 13, 20 and 27), Benedictine Sister Antoinette Purcell presenting, $25 per session. Registration: www.benedictinn.org/retreats-programs. Information: benedictinn@benedictinn.org, 317-788-7581.

April 30

April 30-May 2

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guesthouse, 100 Hill Dr., St. Meinrad. Beauty as a Pathway to God: Religious Art and Symbol in the Spiritual Life, Benedictine Brother Martin Erspamer presenting, $255 single, $425 double. Registration: saintmeinrad.org/retreats.

Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 East 56th St., Indianapolis. TOBIT Marriage Preparation Weekend, 7 p.m. Fri.-11:45 a.m. Sun., for engaged couples only, includes materials, meals, snacks, presentations and separate overnight accommodations, $298 per couple. Registration: cutt.ly/TOBITRetreat or 317-545-7681, must also complete “Tobit Required Info Sheet” at cutt.ly/TOBITForm and email to jburger@archindy.org. Information on program: www.archindy.org/fatima, 317-545-7681 x. 106 or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.

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