Volunteers are needed to answer the Birthline Hotline.  Calls will be forwarded to your home during shifts that last 4 hours in the morning or afternoon twice a month. Clients in need of baby supplies and women in crisis pregnancies routinely call the hotline for assistance.  Training is provided for this pro-life ministry.  If you are interested in this Birthline ministry or serving at the Catholic Center on Mondays and Wednesdays helping our clients, please contact Sister Diane at 236-1521.

The St. Vincent de Paul “Estate Sale” will be held at the St. Vincent de Paul Distribution Center at 1201 E. Maryland St. in Indianapolis on Wednesday, July 30 from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and on July 31 from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.  Furniture, China, Antiques and collectibles will be available.

The Archdiocesan Office for Pro-Life Ministry needs volunteers.  If you have basic computer skills and are willing to learn more, we will provide the training.  The office operates Mondays through Thursday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and depends on a network of volunteers to help fulfill its life-giving mission.  If you are interested in promoting the Gospel of life and can serve a minimum of four hours per week, contact Sr. Diane at 236-1521 or e-mail dcarollo@archindy.org.

The Little Sisters of the Poor invite men & women to join them for their 10th Annual Swing for Seniors Golf Tournament on Wednesday, July 16th, at Ironwood Golf Club, 10955 Fall Road, Fishers,. It's a Florida Scramble with 10:30am registration and Noon shot gun start. $540 for a foursome; $135 for single. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Registration includes: lunch, green fees, cart use and presentation dinner after the tournament, also great door prizes. Dont be left out! Register Early! It's a fun time for a Great Cause. Call 972-6420 to register or e-mail: devindianapolis@littlesistersofthepoor.org

August 18, 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.

August 2
Mark your calendars for our Third Annual “Missions Helping Missions’ Bazaar, 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

An explanation of the “why’s”, “What’s” and “How’s” of the Annulment process will be presented on Tuesday, August 12, at 7:00 p.m. at the Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian Street.  Presenter is Ann Tully, BS, MTS, Judge Instructor, Metropolitan Tribunal.  No cost.  For information contact The Office for Family Ministries at 236-1586 or e-mail mhess@archindy.org

Abortion has touched the lives of so many people.  Has abortion changed your life?  The next retreat is scheduled in Indianapolis, July 25-27, 2008.  To learn more about Rachel’s Vineyard Retreats, contact Sr. Diane at 236-1521, Ext. 1521 or Bernadette Roy at 831-2892.  Don’t be afraid to begin the healing process.  All calls are completely confidential.

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.

Please mark these dates on your calendar and plan to attend St. Mark Fun Festival, enjoyable for the entire family. St. Mark located at 535 E. Edgewood Ave., Indpls.  Dates are:  Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, July 24, 25, & 26.  Please contact Shelley Hakert at 889-9211 or dsherkert@sbcgloal.net if you have any questions.

Bishop Chatard High School is hosting an assortment of exciting art and athletic camps during the summer of 2008.  Camps focusing on theater, art and design, the media, service, and variety of sports and athletic skills are being offered throughout the month of July.  Camps are designed for 2nd through 9th graders.  For camp descriptions and more info about times, dates and cost, please visit klucas@bishopchatard.org or call Kelly at 251-1451 X 2264.

Saturday, August 9; 7:00PM - ???
Contact Amy Pfeifer on classmates.com for more information.

Please spread the word!

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.