This is a PARENT & CHILD Event

For more information, see bulletin or contact Carol Alvarez 317-372-3713

Invite your family & friends! (must be 21+) Create a team/table of 8 (If you can't, no worries we will create a team for you.) $25 per adult/ $200 table of 8. Includes 10 rounds of fun filled trivia as well as beer, wine, & soda. Proceeds benefit St. Maria Goretti Church. Feel free to bring decorations and food for your table and cash for a few raffles.

You may direct inquiries to Marisa Bruce at (317) 867-3213 ex. 1139 or [email protected].

Get a head start on Sunday Mass. Join us for a lively discussion of the weekly Scripture readings Sunday mornings at 8:30am in the Teacher's Lounge (located next to the School Office in the School Narthex). The meetings follow the Parish Religious Education calendar. All adults and teens are welcome. No registration or homework is required. Plan to attend weekly or as often as your schedule allows. You may direct inquiries to Kate LaPaglia at (317) 867-3213 ex. 1138 or [email protected].

“Dispelled” The goal of this TRUTH Night is to bring to light the dangers of the Occult in all various forms. Teens will understand the power of their guardian angel and the intercession of St. Michael. The evening begins with a game of flashlight tag.

Lilies inspires girls to grow in faith, emphasizing how a girl's identity is rooted in Christ.  You may direct inquiries to Deanna Dean at (317) 867-3213 ex. 1131 or [email protected].

Tonight we will Walk Through the Mass in the Main Church

A 13-week Tuesday morning fall formation series studying Overwhelming Pursuit:-- Stop Chasing Your Life and Live by Mark Joseph. See Bulletin for more details

Registration is now closed; but keep an eye out for St. Joseph Retreat Center's 2024 schedule retreats!

High School Catholics, take a chance on Youth Bible Study! You can learn more about our faith and the Bible and meet others who want to do the same. You may direct inquiries to Emily Vizard at [email protected].

Adoption support group for birth parents, adopted adults, adoptive parents, and couples exploring adoption. Always Depending On (God's) Plan Together

SMG will co-host Advent on Tap with St. Alphonsus Liguori on December 6. Fr. Coady Owens will be talking about The Eucharist and the Incarnation. Doors will open at Birdies at 6:30pm, with Fr. Coady speaking at 7pm. Tickets are $20 per person and can be purchased by registering at smgonline.org/faith-froth

PARTICIPATE - The goal of this HOPE night is to show teens that God still performs miracles and encourage them to be docile to the movement of the Holy Spirit in their daily lives. You may direct inquiries to Deanna Dean at (317) 867-3213 ex. 1131 or [email protected].

This group is for families who have gone through miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. Click for more information.

For more information, see bulletin or contact Carol Alvarez 317-372-3713

Please come help deliver Christmas food and gifts to our brothers and sisters in need. Simply pull up to the Parish Hall. We will fill your vehicle and provide the local delivery address where you will leave the food on the family’s doorstep for a contactless delivery. This is a great way to help others and give gratitude to God for all the blessings we have. 

You may direct inquiries to Marisa Bruce at (317) 867-3213 ex. 1139 or [email protected].

Get a head start on Sunday Mass. Join us for a lively discussion of the weekly Scripture readings Sunday mornings at 8:30am in the Teacher's Lounge (located next to the School Office in the School Narthex). The meetings follow the Parish Religious Education calendar. All adults and teens are welcome. No registration or homework is required. Plan to attend weekly or as often as your schedule allows. You may direct inquiries to Kate LaPaglia at (317) 867-3213 ex. 1138 or [email protected].

All children and "kids at heart" are invited to the Holy Name Society's annual Advent tradition, "Breakfast with St Nicholas" on Sunday, December 10th, in the Parish Hall following the 8am and the 10am Masses. A delicious hot breakfast (at no cost) and St Nicholas will welcome attendees! No reservations needed- just come to the Parish Hall and join the fun! Freewill offerings will be accepted. For details contact Steve Champlin, [email protected]. To volunteer (earn FISH or Service hours) , click here.

An hour of Guided Eucharistic Adoration. Encounter Jesus in the Eucharist in the Main Church. We invite all parishioners to attend this Advent themed hour, especially those with families and children

Tonight's topic is Jesus Christ: Divinity and Humanity

Secret Sister Night

A 13-week Tuesday morning fall formation series studying Overwhelming Pursuit:-- Stop Chasing Your Life and Live by Mark Joseph. See Bulletin for more details

Registration is still open until December 8th or when full

You may direct inquiries to Jason Hemmerling at j.hem[email protected] or Emily Vizard at [email protected].

Valor is crafted to respond to the unique needs, questions, and realities of young Catholic boys in today's world, focusing specifically on virtue and apostolic service. Tonight will be our Advent Party. You may direct inquiries to Deanna Dean at (317) 867-3213 ex. 1131 or [email protected].

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High School Catholics, take a chance on Youth Bible Study! You can learn more about our faith and the Bible and meet others who want to do the same. You may direct inquiries to Emily Vizard at [email protected].

All Moms of the parish are invited to join us to study Colleen Mitchell's Who Does He Say You Are: Women Transformed by Christ in the Gospels. Today: Chapter 10

This class is an option for the first year faith formation leading into Confirmation. It is conducted in a more traditional academic format that allows teens to dig deep and learn about the faith, but most importantly, how to have a personal relationship with Jesus. You may direct inquiries to Emily Vizard at [email protected].

ADVENT PARTY - Who knows what our Hope crew will come up with for this teen-planned semester finale?!?! You may direct inquiries to Deanna Dean at (317) 867-3213 ex. 1131 or [email protected].

You may direct inquiries to Jason Hemmerling at confi[email protected] or Emily Vizard at [email protected].

Offices will reopen at 8:00 am on Friday, December 15.

Canceled due to Advent Penance Service

This month's topic: Advent. Ignite provides an opportunity for 5th and 6th graders in St. Maria Goretti School and St. Maria Goretti Parish Religious Education to connect with each other, build faith-filled friendships, and discuss how they can apply their faith in their lives. And dinner is provided! Click for more information.

Is God calling you to help? You may direct inquiries to Scott Harris at [email protected].

PIE & PENANCE - SMG Youth Ministry will offer small Hostess pies for all youth grades 5-12 who attend the parish penance service on December 14th from 7p-9p. The pies will be in the youth room for easy pick-up! Stop by AFTER you have received the sacrament of reconciliation, stay, hang out with your SMG friends, and eat your pie! Hope to see you there! You may direct inquiries to Deanna Dean at (317) 867-3213 Ex.  1131 or [email protected].

For more information, see bulletin or contact Carol Alvarez 317-372-3713

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Celebrate the Season of Advent at our FREE Second Annual Festival of Nativities on Saturday, December 16th from 11 am to 4 pm ET or Sunday, December 17th from 11 am to 4 pm ET at the St. Joseph Retreat & Conference Center in Tipton. (Advent Vespers will be offered at 4 pm on Sunday in the St. Joseph Chapel.) Join us in celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ by viewing more than 80 nativity displays setup throughout our main building. This family-friendly event offers a peaceful place for guests to reflect upon Christ’s sacred birth as they usher in the Christmas season. Light refreshments will be served. Please Click to RSVP for this FREE event.

This month's topic: Advent. Sparks provides fun, faith-filled experiences to build bridges of community and friendship between children in St. Maria Goretti Parish Religious Education and those in St. Maria Goretti school. Click for more information.

ADVENT PRAYER SERVICE - Children will participate in a prayer service during PRE classes (9:15a or 12:15p). The service will be in the gym and all parents are invited to attend. You may direct inquiries to Marisa Bruce at (317) 867-3213 Ex. 1139 or [email protected].

Get a head start on Sunday Mass. Join us for a lively discussion of the weekly Scripture readings Sunday mornings at 8:30am in the Teacher's Lounge (located next to the School Office in the School Narthex). The meetings follow the Parish Religious Education calendar. All adults and teens are welcome. No registration or homework is required. Plan to attend weekly or as often as your schedule allows. You may direct inquiries to Kate LaPaglia at (317) 867-3213 ex. 1138 or [email protected].

Celebrate the Season of Advent at our FREE Second Annual Festival of Nativities on Saturday, December 16th from 11 am to 4 pm ET or Sunday, December 17th from 11 am to 4 pm ET at the St. Joseph Retreat & Conference Center in Tipton. (Advent Vespers will be offered at 4 pm on Sunday in the St. Joseph Chapel.) Join us in celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ by viewing more than 80 nativity displays setup throughout our main building. This family-friendly event offers a peaceful place for guests to reflect upon Christ’s sacred birth as they usher in the Christmas season. Light refreshments will be served. Please Click to RSVP for this FREE event.

Tonight's topic is The Trinity

The Sisterhood of Marietta is a place for high school-aged girls to grow in their faith and to form lasting faith-filled friendships among their peers.  You may direct inquiries to Deanna Dean at (317) 867-3213 ex. 1131 or [email protected].

A 13-week Tuesday morning fall formation series studying Overwhelming Pursuit:-- Stop Chasing Your Life and Live by Mark Joseph. See Bulletin for more details

High School Catholics, take a chance on Youth Bible Study! You can learn more about our faith and the Bible and meet others who want to do the same. You may direct inquiries to Emily Vizard at [email protected].

This year, SMG Youth Ministry will be hosting a night of Caroling on Wednesday December 20. All ages are welcome! We will gather at the Parish Hall at 6:30 PM and then travel to the nearby neighborhoods to carol before returning around 7:45 for hot chocolate and treats. Please send an email to Deanna Dean, [email protected], if you are interested in joining us.

Meeting cancelled due to Christmas Observance.

For more information, see bulletin or contact Carol Alvarez 317-372-3713

Classes cancelled due to Christmas Observance.

Meeting cancelled due to Christmas observance.

Meeting cancelled due to Christmas Observance.

Meetings cancelled due to Christmas Observance.

Meeting cancelled due to Christmas Observance.

Meeting Cancelled due to Christmas Observance

A 13-week Tuesday morning fall formation series studying Overwhelming Pursuit:-- Stop Chasing Your Life and Live by Mark Joseph. See Bulletin for more details

Meeting cancelled due to Christmas Observance.

Meeting cancelled due to Christmas Observance.

Meeting cancelled due to Christmas observance.

Meeting cancelled due to Christmas Observance.

Meeting cancelled due to Christmas Observance.

Meeting is cancelled due to Christmas Observance. You may direct inquiries to Scott Harris at [email protected].

All moms are invited the last Saturday of every month to attend 8:00am Mass together (kid free) at St. Maria Goretti; then to Field Brewery in Westfield for fellowship. Click for more information.

For more information, see bulletin or contact Carol Alvarez 317-372-3713

Classes cancelled due to Christmas Observance.

Meeting cancelled due to Christmas observance.