Cursillistas!  The Central Indiana Cursillo Movement is hosting a very special day of renewal, “The Art of Friendship…Re-discovering the Fourth Day.”  It will be Saturday, September 6 at St. Monica Parish, 6131 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis.
This is an all-day program (9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.) featuring speakers from the Region IV leadership team, Mass and an evening of Ultreya.  The talks will focus on our friendship with one and other, but especially on our very special friendship with God!
Please e-mail for details/questions and your RSVP to Bill Halsema at indyrxrover@msn.com.

Men, mark your calendars now and join three national Catholic speakers, and over one thousand men, for the Third Annual Indiana Catholic Men’s Conference, “LION’S BREATHING FIRE,” on September 27 at the Indiana Convention Center.  For more information or to register, go to:www.indianacatholicmen.com or call 924-3982 or 888-0813.

CYO Camp Rancho Framasa’s Fall Weekend for boys and girls ages 7-15 is scheduled for October 10-12, 2009.  The weekend will feature a traditional campers experience for the 7-13 age group and an adventure camping experience for the 13-15 age group.  Both camping experiences feature the favorite summer camping activities with a fall twist.  Take a break from school life and come to CYO Camp for this activity packed weekend.

The Benedict Inn in Beech Grove is hosting a four session seminar on Catholic identity and doctrine.  There will be four difference speakers and four different topics. Come for one, or come for all.  Much more information is available on line at benedictinn@benedictrinn.org or by calling 788-7581.

September 17
Silent Non-Guided Days of Reflection.  Join us to make the time for the quiet moments as God whispers and the world is loud.  $25 per person includes continental breakfast, lunch and room to use the day.

All vendors support not only Fatima Retreat House but many ministries both locally and globally!  Donations taken at the door will be given to the inner City Ministry of Lucious Newsom and Anna’s House.  Please make plans to join us for this special event!
For more information about any program or to register, please visit our website at www.archindy@org.fatima.

You might say, “I would never have an abortion, but how can I say it is wrong for someone else?”  Go to:www.priestforlife.org or www.silentscream.org to get answers to that question and more.  If you are suffering the after affects of an abortion, there is love, support, and forgiveness at www.rachel’svineyard.org. You are not alone!  Let us all prepare our hearts and minds to pray and fast for an end of abortion, and healing of those who suffer from it.  If you are unable to join us outside the abortion facility, spend an hour of Adoration in our Chapel.  Pray in a quiet spot at home or work.  Maybe you could pray a family Rosary daily.  Fast from food, TV, video games, coffee or lunch out.  Be creative, but be involved.

Theology on Tap invites all young adults to the Fall Gala at the Allison Mansion on Friday, September 12.  This evening of fun and fellowship will include a buffet dinner, swing dance lessons, a DJ, and a chance to win prizes at the casino.  Tickets are $55/person and must be purchased by August 8.  For any questions or to RSVP please contact Julie at 408-1466 or theologyontapindy@yahoo.com.

Catholic Charities Indianapolis Crisis Office needs donations of NEW socks and underwear for adults and children, all sizes. These desperately needed items are distributed every day and to thousands of families each year.  Donations can be dropped off at 1435 N. Illinois, Monday through Thursday, or to make other arrangements contact the program at pcolbert@archindy.org.

Who:  Catholics age 21+, single, married, or religious, all parishes.
When:  Tuesday, 7 – 8:30 p.m. at the Catholic Center, 14th & Meridian.
What:  Our goal is to grow in love of God and knowledge of our faith through study, fellowship, prayer and service.
Contact: Natalie Hoefer at nshoefer@theomoreiknow.info for more information go to: www.catholicadltfellowship.org

EDA is a fellowship of individuals who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problems and help others to recover from their eating disorders. The only requirement for membership is a desire to recover from any eating disorder. There are no dues or fees for EDA membership. Newcomers are always welcome. Open Discussion Group is held every Sunday from 6-7, Fairbanks Hospital, 8102 Clearvista Pwky. Room 725. Contact 340-7245 or www.4eda.org.

To those who will be celebrating 50 years of marriage or more in 2008 and 2009:  The Archdiocese will be integrating the annual Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass into the Archdiocesan 175th Jubilee Mass, which is scheduled for Sunday, May 3, 2009, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.  Therefore, the Mass and reception, which is usually celebrated in September at the Cathedral, will not be held in 2008 or 2009.  Rather, golden wedding jubilarians from both 2008 and 2009 will be recognized at the archdiocesan-wide Mass.  Watch the parish bulletin and the Criterion for further updates, or visit the Office of Family Ministries’ Golden Jubilee web-page at:
www.archindy.org/family/jubilee.

Reminder: St. Joseph Council K of C serves breakfast the third Sunday of each month at the cost of $5. They are located at 4332 N. German Church Road. All are welcome!

Marsh Fresh Ideas for Education Program helps our school win educational, technological, and extracurricular equipment during the 2007-2008 school year. This is a new program for us so everyone must register your Fresh Idea Card number at the website www.marsh.net. Our MARSH school code is 28778. Each time you shop using your Fresh Idea card, St. Lawrence School gets points.

Also…if you shop at Meijer, Meijer Community Rewards Program gives cash rewards. Register at www.Meijer.com. Swipe your Meijer card when you shop and St. Lawrence benefits. Our MEIJER school code is 705563. If you signed up in the past, there is no need to register again.

Catholic singles, 50 and over, single, widowed, or divorced. New members welcomed. Meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month. This meeting takes place at St. Mary’s Parish, Marian Center, 317 N. New Jersey Street. For information please call, P. Carter, 897-1128.

Catholic Radio, which serves Central Indiana at 89.1 on the FM dial, can now be heard all over Indiana. The station recently began “streaming” its signal on the internet. If you have a computer just go to: www.catholicradioindy.org and click on the LISTEN NOW button. Every day you can hear the Mass at 8:00 a.m. and noon, the Rosary at 7:30 a.m. and lots of interesting Catholic-oriented talk shows.

“Today the mass media have a special role in the world of culture.  It is known that not only do they inform people but they also form the minds of those they address.  They can therefore be an invaluable means of evangelization.  People of the church, especially lay Christians, are called to promote Gospel values in an even greater out reach through the press, radio, television, and internet.

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