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January

January 11, 2008

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• The gift of faith: Readers share how other' actions have impacted their lives
• Advent faith-sharing program unites cultures at St. Monica Parish
• Prayer helps artist create portrait of Bishop Bruté
• Catholic News Around Indiana
  • Soccer gifts are a big hit with Haitian children
• Official Appointment

• Religious Vocations Supplement

  • Table of contents
  • Column: Casting our nets
  • Community, service mark seminarian’s vocation
  • Benedictine sister helps college students find God
  • Carmelite nuns celebrate 60 years at Terre Haute
  • The beauty of seeking God: Benedictine brother finds God, draws others to God through art
  • Building up one body of Christ: Father Todd Goodson works to bring people together
  • Prayer anchors busy Seymour Deanery priest
  • Little Sister of the Poor enjoys serving God and the elderly
  • Sisters of Providence use biomass energy to care for the Earth
  • What the catechism says about vocations
  • Deacon candidate travels long road to ordination
  • Franciscan sisters find fulfillment in leading parishes
  • Seminarian poster
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• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Consistent prayer is the secret to peace and justice in our world
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La oración constante es el secreto para la paz y la justicia en nuestro mundo
• Editorial: Our multiple vocations
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Jezebel, Ahab’s wicked wife
• Cornucopia: Onward and upward through trying times
• Faithful Lines: How does faith play a role in our lives?
• Twenty Something: Keep your year wide open to God
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters printed this week
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Daughter of Charity Marillac Clarke served in six states
• My Journey to God: The Holy Man’s Words
• The Sunday Readings: Feast of the Baptism of the Lord

January 18, 2008

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• Saved by hope: Young adult Catholics find and spread hope in Christ
• Bill to prohibit taxing Churches on legislative table
  • Catholics are invited to join the Indiana Catholic Action Network
• Greenfield parish raises funds for New Castle church
• New ‘FBI’ collaboration hunts people for spiritual growth
• Join march pilgrims praying the rosary
• How do you make Lent more meaningful?
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: In priesthood, prayer is always the link that holds everything else together
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: En el sacerdocio, la oración es siempre el eslabón que une todo lo demás
• Editorial: Love of God is revealed in responsibility for others
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Athaliah and Jehosheba
• Cornucopia: One God watches over all of us
• Faithful Lines: Understanding mission work vicariously
• Go and Make Disciples: Catechesis for adults
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • Holy Name Parish to host chastity speaker
  • St. Christopher Parish to host men’s conference
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Holy Cross Brother Marius Wittner taught at Cathedral, Gibault School
  • Providence Sister Elizabeth Rose Weisenbach was teacher, principal
  • Providence Sister Catherine Wilcox served in education for 55 years
• My Journey to God
  • Peace (Genesis 8)
  • Isaihan Spring
  • There Is a Peace
• The Sunday Readings: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 25, 2008

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• Saved by hope: Patient, doctor bring together hope in medicine and Christ
• Ethicist says science and Christian hope are compatible
• Archbishop Buechlein diagnosed with cancer
  • Archbishop asks for prayers for his recovery
  • Hodgkin’s lymphoma is a rare form of cancer
• Professor offers insight to lawmakers on moral tax policy
• Official Appointment

• Catholic Schools Week Supplement

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  • Column by Annette "Mickey" Lentz
  • Making their mark: 20 reasons to celebrate Catholic schools
  • Building for the future: Improvements add to foundations of high schools
  • St. Theodora’s vision continues for new generation
  • Centered on Christ: New curriculum brings unity to high school religion classes
  • A question of faith: Teacher’s assignment connects students and priests
  • Heavenly advice from priests
  • Striving to succeed: English as a New Language prepares students for a better life
  • ‘A whole new world’: Haitian students find a home at Central Catholic School
  • Welcoming newcomers: Hispanic outreach program serves needs of families
  • Pressing the point: Coach’s biggest win is life of faith and hope
  • A trip to remember: Students join teacher on cyber-pilgrimage to Italy
  • High school students reap benefits of SMART technology
  • National convention in March showcases Catholic education
  • Top 10 ways parents can observe Catholic Schools Week
  • Students continue to improve their ISTEP scores
  • 2007-08 facts about Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis
  • Catholic schools map (PDF format)
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Students’ letters give flavor of good things going on in Catholic schools
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Las cartas de los estudiantes llevan plasmadas la buena labor que se lleva a cabo en las escuelas católicas
• Editorial: Young people stand up to be voices for the voiceless
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - The story of Sarah and Tobiah
• Cornucopia: Heard any good jokes lately? Don’t forget to laugh
• Faithful Lines: Even as January wanes, make resolutions
• Faith and Family: Children teach us about gratitude
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader shares thoughts on absolutizing the Mass
• Events Calendar
  • World Day of Consecrated Life Mass to be celebrated on Feb. 2
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Margaret Bonke was the mother of a priest and a Church volunteer
  • Benedictine Sister Mary Patrick Lenges ministered for 51 years
• My Journey to God: The Bosom of Jesus
• The Sunday Readings: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

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February

February 1, 2008

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• Standing up for life: Youths come out in large numbers for annual March for Life
• Novena to Our Lady of Lourdes to begin on Feb. 3
• 2008 is the 150th anniversary of Lourdes apparitions
• Nine-day period of prayer has its roots in sacred Scripture
• Ministry’s goal is saving babies’ lives and women’s souls
• Pharmacists’ conscience clause bill defeated in Senate
• Book can help answer many of Lent’s challenging questions
• Archdiocesan parishes schedule annual Lenten penance services
• Catholic News Around Indiana
  • Locally produced DVDs cover various life issues
• Novices profess vows at Saint Meinrad Archabbey
• Providence Sister Marie Kevin Tighe presented with Torchbearer Award
• Lenten disciplines include fasting, almsgiving, prayer
• How do you make Lent more meaningful?
• Official Appointment
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Lent is a fresh opportunity to deepen our conversion to Jesus
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La Cuaresma es una nueva oportunidad para profundizar nuestra conversión a Jesús
• Editorial: We are called to be stewards of the tradition of Catholic prayer
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Judith defeats Holofernes
• Cornucopia: February - A small but mighty month each year
• Faithful Lines: Bible passage triggers thoughts about pain
• Faith, Hope and Charity: ‘Providing help, creating hope’
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
  • ‘40 Days for Life’ begins on Feb. 6
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Benedictine Sister Dorothy Wargel was a teacher
• My Journey to God: Full Circle
• The Sunday Readings: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

February 8, 2008

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• ‘A real sense of what would Jesus do’: Faith-filled health care group marks 20 years of helping the poor and the homeless
  • A welcoming place: Clinic helps Spanish immigrants at parish
• Feb. 11 Mass to conclude archdiocesan novena
• New president-rector named at Saint Meinrad School of Theology
• Senate passes bill aimed at employers of undocumented workers
  • The Church position on immigration reform
• Religious honored at World Day of Consecrated Life Mass | Photo gallery
• Indianapolis parish to host annual Lenten speaker series
• Archdiocesan parishes schedule annual Lenten penance services
• Testimonials affirm sanctity of life at annual prayer service
• SS. Frances and Clare to present ‘Voices of Easter’ drama during Lent
• An explanation of the Presentation of the Lord
• Special Mass celebrates Catholic Schools Week | Photo gallery
• Program examines carbon footprints
• Saint Meinrad monk professes solemn vows
• Indianapolis Legatus chapter elects officers
• Lenten activities available online

• Spring 2008 Marriage Supplement

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  • Wedding Announcements
  • Sacramental themes highlight new marriage research
  • Natural Family Planning strengthens couple’s faith, hope and love
  • There’s still time to register for Pre Cana, Tobit Weekend
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• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Immigration is a complex problem that needs to be fixed
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La inmigración es un problema complejo que es necesario resolver
• Editorial: God’s plan for marriage
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Esther saves the Jews
• Cornucopia: It turns out that love is a many-splendored thing
• Faithful Lines: Learning about the healing power of light
• Twenty Something: Amid noisy campaign, ‘make room’ for true agent of change
• Be Our Guest: Whether married or single, put God at the center of your life
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Charity Sister Patricia Rocap ministered in Indianapolis
• My Journey to God: Do Dogs Go to Heaven?
• The Sunday Readings: First Sunday of Lent

February 15, 2008

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• Hundreds turn out for special Mass marking World Day of the Sick
  • Photo gallery
  • Text of the homily
  • Audio of the homily
• Archdiocese to sponsor New York pilgrimage for pope’s visit
• Father James Farrell to direct Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House
• Rebel with a cause: In Beech Grove, Dawn Eden shares her journey to chastity
• The power of children: School reaches out to deaf woman and new companion dog
• Informed consent, fetal curriculum bills pass Senate
  • Abortion statistics in Indiana
• Annual Catholic Pro-Life Dinner benefits variety of ministries
• Archdiocesan parishes schedule annual Lenten penance services
  • Lenten activities available online
• 15 Providence sisters celebrate 80, 75 or 70 years of service
• Women’s convocation to explore ‘God’s Work of Art’
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Turn to God in prayer and educate yourself about the faith this Lent
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Recurre a Dios en la oración y edúcate sobre la fe en la Cuaresma
• Editorial: Evangelization requires plain speaking and right living
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Mother and sons martyred
• Cornucopia: Grace-ful living when times are hard
• Faithful Lines: May the banner of God’s love be over us
• Go and Make Disciples: How can we approach adult faith formation?
• Be Our Guest: Further concerns with abortion drug RU-486
• Letters to the Editor
  • Regular confession is good for us and a gift of God’s mercy
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Boniface Konrad was a teacher for 52 years
• My Journey to God: People of Lent
• The Sunday Readings: Second Sunday of Lent

February 22, 2008

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• Coming together in community: Fish frys are a combination of faith, food, fun and fundraising
• Archdiocesan strategic planning process now under way
• Criterion Online Edition adds new features and weekly newsletter
• Legislature passes bill to aid homeless youths in Indiana
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• Lenten day of reflection focuses on forgiveness
• Inspirational talks, Mass to highlight ‘Coaching for Christ’ event
• Fifth annual Indiana Women’s Catholic Conference set for March 15
• Archdiocesan parishes schedule annual Lenten penance services
• Lenten activities available online
• Growing in faith: Hundreds of archdiocesan Scouts receive religious awards
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Underestimating the value of discipline in teaching our youth about the faith
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La subestimación del valor de la disciplina en la enseñanza de la fe a nuestros jóvenes
• Editorial
  • What is this world coming to? Turn to God for the answer
  • Memo to Planned Parenthood: Leave our young people alone
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Elizabeth, wife of Zechariah
• Cornucopia: Centuries apart in fact, but not in spirit
• Faithful Lines: Angels of God: guardians near and dear
• Be Our Guest: We need to resolve the tangled mess of immigration laws, policies and human situations
• Letters to the Editor
  • Archbishop’s immigration column leaves reader with lots of questions
• Events Calendar
  • Ray Guarendi to speak at Catholic Radio Indy dinner
  • Our Lady of Lourdes School is searching for alumni
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Margaret Sullivan taught school for 54 years
• My Journey to God: The Alabaster Jar
• The Sunday Readings: Third Sunday of Lent

February 29, 2008

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• ‘A long and unbroken tradition’: Seminarian makes Lenten pilgrimage to Roman station churches
  • Archdiocesan priests who are alumni of the Pontifical North American College
• NCEA convention to feature dedicated days
• Looking beneath the surface of heated rhetoric on immigration reform
• Bill to regulate pornography passes House, heads to Senate
  • Archdiocese of Indianapolis working on anti-pornography initiative
• Archdiocesan parishes schedule annual Lenten penance services
  • Lenten activities are available online
• Class rank is becoming a thing of the past at many high schools
• Stations of the Cross
• Embracing the Franciscan way: Marian College speech and debate coach uses faith-based approach
• Steve Angrisano to perform at archdiocesan youth rally | Photo gallery
• Catholic News Around Indiana: Speaker explores ‘Growing Up Catholic’ in the mid-20th century
• Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary welcomes parents and pastors | Photo gallery
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: A profound ‘thank you’ to all for your support and prayers
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Mi más profundo agradecimiento por todo su apoyo y sus oraciones
• Editorial: Got a minute? Make time to pray for vocations every day
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Mary, the mother of God
• Cornucopia: If a human did it, it’s probably in error
• Faithful Lines: Angels - From the sublime to childish views
• Faith and Family: See the sick and caregivers as Christ
• Letters to the Editor
  • Thank you to our many holy priests who guide us on the path to salvation
• Events Calendar
  • Parishes offer Easter bread
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Charles Craig Jr. was the father of Father Christopher Craig
• My Journey to God: Carrying My Cross
• The Sunday Readings: Fourth Sunday of Lent

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March

March 7, 2008

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• A father’s love, a son’s passion: Hughes family shares inspiring story at father and son breakfast
• Conference connects the Holy Spirit and evangelization | Photo gallery
• Lenten speaker says faith can help further the common good | Listen (26 MB; mp3 format)
• Cathedral Kitchen receives gift to establish endowment
• Saint Meinrad lecturer to speak on embryonic stem-cell research
• Property tax debate continues at state Capitol
• Archdiocesan parishes schedule annual Lenten penance services
  • Lenten activities are available online
• ‘Walking to Jerusalem’: Lenten journey takes Holy Spirit students thousands of miles
• Breaking down barriers: Teens celebrate God’s infinite love and mercy at Archdiocesan Youth Rally
• Sisters of St. Benedict to host four-day ‘Triduum Retreat’
• Priest: Stand with Blessed Virgin Mary at foot of Christ’s cross
• Catholic News Around Indiana
  • Local Church teen leads other youth volunteers in operating ‘kiddie pack’ program
  • Proposed Jasper Catholic high school plans move ahead
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Passiontide reminds us to join our sorrow and pain to that of Christ
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La Pasión nos recuerda que debemos unir nuestras penas y dolores a los de Cristo
• Editorial: Success in marriage requires cooperation with God’s grace
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Mary, mother of Jesus
• Cornucopia: When the Eureka! moment goes on forever
• Faithful Lines: How to get your husband to listen to you
• Faith, Hope and Charity: Law of love is greatest
• Be Our Guest: Christ’s wedding day message offers gentle reminder to bride about sacrificial love
• Letters to the Editor
  • Properly defining words would help in public discourse about immigration
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Merry Marcotte ministered to people in need
  • Providence Sister Raymond Hunter taught school for 53 years
• My Journey to God: God’s Winter Treasury
• The Sunday Readings: Fifth Sunday of Lent

March 14, 2008

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• An 'Easter person': A life of faith guides Mickey Lentz as she leads Catholic education in the archdiocese
• Holy Week liturgies set at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, Saint Meinrad
• Meet our future deacons
  • Thomas Ward
  • John Thompson
• Legislature to vote on umbilical cord blood bank proposal
  • Cord blood plays an important role in transplants
• A memorable spring break: Creighton students spend week in Indiana serving others
• St. Lawrence begins parish life center expansion, renovation
• Papal nuncio to speak at fundraising dinner in Indianapolis
• Traditional African liturgy takes natives back home | Photo gallery
• Global Children, African Dancers honor God, preserve culture and traditions
• Archbishop Thomas Kelly to preside at chrism Mass
• St. Lawrence Parish to present dramatic Holy Week service
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: God’s divine gift is celebrated in noble simplicity during Holy Week
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: El don divino de Dios se celebra con noble sencillez durante la Semana Santa
• Editorial: Women in leadership roles
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Mary after Jesus has grown
• Cornucopia: Pride may really be ‘only’ vanity in some cases
• Faithful Lines: Show others we are Christians through our love
• Twenty Something: Memo to Marthas - ‘There is need of only one thing’
• Be Our Guest: St. Vincent de Paul Society’s food supply has reached critical low levels
• Letters to the Editor
  • A prayer for vocations for all families
  • Abortion is a holocaust that we as a country need to address now
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Judith Mangin taught adult education classes
• My Journey to God: Prodigal’s Plea
• The Sunday Readings: Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion

March 21, 2008

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• Seven Hoosiers to be honored at education convention
  • Welcome, Catholic educators!
• Archbishop Buechlein says cancer treatment prognosis is positive
• Archdiocese to purchase Carmelite monastery property for college seminary
• Major property tax relief plan offers mixed blessing
  • Different fates for tax relief, immigration reform bills
• Vicar general says charity can overcome culture of death | Listen to the keynote address
• Lt. Gov. Skillman encourages teens to make wise, healthy choices
  • Peer mentors discuss value of A Promise to Keep program
• Author and grief counselor to present programs in April
• Divine Mercy services are scheduled in archdiocese

• Easter Supplement

  • Homepage
  • The Resurrection is cornerstone of the Christian faith
  • Meet Jesus Christ in the Stations of the Cross

• NCEA Convention

  • Homepage
  • ‘At the Crossroads: Where Challenge Meets Opportunity’
  • Welcome educators to the Archdiocese of Indianapolis
  • Archdiocese of Indianapolis schools set Blue Ribbon record
    • Archdiocese’s national Blue Ribbon schools
  • Archbishop of Indianapolis guides nation at crossroads
  • Youth ministry in action: ‘Ding Dong, Ditch and Run’ builds community
  • On the journey: Good schools to great schools!
    • Project EXCEED, Goal One
    • Project EXCEED, Goal Two
    • Project EXCEED, Goal Three
    • Performance Pay
    • Value-Added Assessment
  • Archdiocese of Indianapolis recommended for district accreditation
  • Mother Theodore Catholic Academies vital to center-city education
    • Symposium on Catholic Urban Elementary Education set for March 28
  • St. Theodora Guérin: A saint for Indiana and a role model for educators
  • Hispanic outreach program serves needs of families
  • St. Mary’s Child Care Center helps children reach their potential
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• Seeking the Face of the Lord: At Easter, we experience the mystery of life conquering death
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: En la Pascua experimentamos el misterio de la conquista de la vida sobre la muerte
• Editorial: Why didn’t Jesus escape?
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - The woman at the well
• Cornucopia: Easter is our only hope—Alleluia! Alleluia!
• Faithful Lines: An ‘Easterly’ understanding of ‘WWJD?’
• Go and Make Disciples: Are we happy yet?
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: A Lenten Reflection
• The Sunday Readings: Easter Sunday/Feast of the Resurrection of the Lord

March 28, 2008

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• Carolyn's children: ‘Second mom’ lives her faith by helping others
• Chrism Mass renews the Church in its mission | Photo gallery
• Catholic educators descend on Indianapolis (photos)
• Meet our future deacons
  • Donald Dearman
  • Dr. Arthur Alunday
• Legislators pass adult stem cell, anti-pornography bills
• Speaker: Bring gifts to your tasks and honor God in doing them
• A woman’s greatest treasures are the love and life she gives, speakers say
• Two monks transfer vows to Saint Meinrad
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Confirmation brings an increase of baptismal grace
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La Confirmación ofrece un crecimiento de la gracia bautismal
• Editorial: Building on Easter
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Herodias and Salome
• Cornucopia: Behaving like the Easter people we are
• Faithful Lines: A memoir - Good neighbors even in bad times
• Faith and Family: Family homes - Outposts of God’s kingdom
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
  • SPRED to host eighth annual dinner dance
  • Priest to be soloist for April 6 concert
  • April 4 events to commemorate Kennedy and King
  • ‘Black Marriage Day’ is April 5 in Indianapolis
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Joseph Huber Jr. helped Catholic ministries in southern Indiana
• My Journey to God: The Lesson
• The Sunday Readings: Second Sunday of Easter

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April

April 4, 2008

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• NCEA Convention
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  • Experiencing the risen Lord: Bishop urges Catholic educators to help youths embrace their faith
  • An Easter people: Catholic education must focus on the risen Lord, archbishop says | Photo gallery
  • Catholic educators take time to donate blood at NCEA convention
  • Young adults at NCEA convention live out their faith by teaching
  • Seeing with the eyes of faith: Archbishop says Catholic education is part of great Christian witness
  • Author Daniel Pink urges Catholic educators to teach students empathy
• Lessons of sharing mark lives of Spirit of Service winners
  • Tables available for Spirit of Service Awards dinner
• Wanted: Your feedback on archdiocesan strategic draft plan
• Archdiocese of Indianapolis Strategic Leadership Plan 2008–2011
• Msgr. Schmitz served as pastor of St. Anthony of Padua Parish for 37 years
• Meet our future deacons
  • Patrick Bower
  • Michael Gardner
• Life-changing event: Marian College students and teacher participate in United Nations forum
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Courage is a grace from God
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La valentía es una gracia de Dios
• Editorial: Why are so many Catholics leaving the Church?
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Stories of two public sinners
• Cornucopia: Quilting our way to immortality
• Faithful Lines: Good advice - Pretty is as pretty does
• Faith, Hope and Charity: SHINE is a new social ministry renewal initiative
• Be Our Guest: Remembering Chiara Lubich, a leader-servant who loved all
• Letters to the Editor
  • Story wrong to blame U.S. and Israel for failure in Middle East peace process
• Events Calendar
  • Marian College receives grant for nature center
  • Gabriel Project retreat is April 19 in Carmel
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Daughter of Charity Gertrude Bastnagel was an administrator
• My Journey to God: His Mother’s Eyes
• The Sunday Readings: Third Sunday of Easter

April 11, 2008

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• The ultimate gift: Parents of transitional deacon received into Church
• Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: Youths reflect on pilgrimage to see pope in New York
• ‘Run for Vocations’ team members train for Mini-Marathon in May
• Building bridges: Finnish principal impressed by Hoosier hospitality during visit
• St. Joan of Arc’s resurrection leads to national recognition
• Local speakers share insights at national Catholic educational convention
• Welcome, new Catholics
• Official Appointments
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Mom and Dad were truly my teachers in life and in faith
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Mamá y papá fueron verdaderamente mis maestros de vida y de fe
• Editorial: A heartfelt Easter welcome to our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Mary Magdalene
• Cornucopia: Divine truths revealed in the study of English literature
• Faithful Lines: Spring inspires memories about kites and threads
• Twenty Something: Don’t let your resumé become your identity
• Be Our Guest: In this world, there is no ‘perfect’
• Letters to the Editor
  • Find a quiet place in your home and pray for one hour each week
• Events Calendar
  • ‘Sustaining the Spirit’ convocation will be held April 19 in Columbus
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: The Way of the Cross
• The Sunday Readings: Fourth Sunday of Easter

April 18, 2008

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• Going green: When it comes to the environment, Catholic school students are doing their part
  • Earth Day events are April 19-20 in Indianapolis, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
• An explanation of the deacon’s logo for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis
• Meet our future deacons
  • Timothy Heller
  • Emilio Ferrer-Soto
• Archbishop Buechlein will lead pilgrimage to the Holy Land
• Coming home: Benedictine Sister Rebecca Ann Mathauer returns to St. Barnabas
• Sacrament of marriage must include God, couple says
• Counselor says ‘Don’t be afraid to share your grief with other people’
• Dr. Ray Guarendi mixes advice with humor at Catholic Radio dinner
  • Catholic Radio Indy has been on the air for four years
• Catholic News Around Indiana
  • Job seekers find support through two Fishers groups
• Indiana Holy Family Catholic Conference is May 17-18 in Kokomo
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Pope Benedict XVI knows how to speak the truth with love
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: El Papa Benedicto XVI sabe cómo decir la verdad con amor
• Editorial: Celebrating the gift of life—after a loved one’s death
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Martha and Mary of Bethany
• Cornucopia: ‘Catholic’ sure does cover a lot of territory
• Faithful Lines: Be open to recognizing blessings when they come
• Go and Make Disciples: Justice for the poor
• Letters to the Editor
  • None printed this week
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: And God Said
• The Sunday Readings: Fifth Sunday of Easter

April 25, 2008

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• Book her: Principal to sleep on roof, dye her hair thanks to students’ reading
• Meet our future deacons
  • Larry French
  • David Henn
• Priests to celebrate ordination anniversaries

• Christ our Hope: Apostolic Journey to the United States 2008

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  • Teenagers embrace pope’s message of hope at youth rally
  • Youths considering priestly vocation look to Holy Father for guidance
  • Ecumenical, interfaith leaders with archdiocesan ties meet pope
  • Educators, charities official reflect on papal experiences in Washington
  • Pilgrims of all ages make trip to nation’s capital for papal Mass
  • ‘Awesome’ and ‘electric’ among words pilgrims use for N.Y. Mass
  • Youths take in sights during visit to Big Apple
  • Pope inspires Bishop Bruté seminarians at New York Mass
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Vocations to the priesthood central to our well-being as a Church
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Las vocaciones sacerdotales son fundamentales para el bienestar de nuestra Iglesia
• Editorial: The pope’s visit
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Four whom Jesus healed
• Cornucopia: This should not be an ‘us’ and ‘them’ world
• Faithful Lines: Meditative poems at end of National Poetry Month
• Faith and Family: Be happy like a child playing in the waves
• Reflection: More than 600 from Louisville Archdiocese celebrate the ‘Sacrament of Charity’ with pope in New York
• Letters to the Editor
  • Carmelites have been a welcoming presence in Indianapolis and surrounding area for years
• Events Calendar
  • ‘Run for Vocations’ team members to be blessed at Mass
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Benediction
• The Sunday Readings: Sixth Sunday of Easter

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May

May 2, 2008

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• A way to say thanks: Celtic cross honors Christ and commemorates former pastor’s service
• New agency director is embracing Church’s mission of helping others
• Nearly 600 students to graduate at Catholic colleges in archdiocese
• Teenager creates commemorative DVD for parish’s 150th anniversary
• New parish hall is dream come true in Harrison County
• Caring for the Earth: Serve God, Save the Planet author calls for action
  • Reduce carbon usage at home and work by reusing and recycling
• Mooresville specialty hospital expands to full-service facility
• Meet our future deacons
  • Bill Jones
  • Dan Collier
• Catholic News Around Indiana
  • Architectural plans are unveiled for St. John Vianney Parish in Fishers
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Fifth-graders’ study of holy orders leads to lots of questions
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: El estudio del Orden de los alumnos de quinto grado genera muchas preguntas
• Editorial: The natural law
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Witnesses to the Crucifixion
• Faithful Lines: Holy sex!—God’s blessed gift to married couples
• Faith, Hope and Charity: Holy Father’s visit gives renewed sense of hope for all
• Letters to the Editor
  • Restoring priorities will help the Church move forward in its mission
• Events Calendar
  • Christian unity prayer services to be held in Indianapolis
  • Former St. Barnabas pastor to celebrate 50th anniversary
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Dorothy Joy Schaedel was the mother of the vicar general
  • Providence Sister Rose Marie Thole was a nurse and supervisor
  • Providence Sister Catherine Ellen Joy was a teacher for 48 years
  • Franciscan Sister Helen Lawrence served as a teacher, administrator
• My Journey to God: Thoughts on Prayer
• The Sunday Readings: Feast of the Ascension of the Lord

May 9, 2008

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• 'Go with Jesus': Triathlete and mother of four runs to share her faith with others
• Spirit of Service winners committed to helping others
• Meet our future deacons
  • Wayne Davis
  • Marc Kellams
• ‘Go vocations!’: ‘Run for Vocations’ team inspires thousands of prayers
• Myths and facts about immigration: Aren’t immigrants taking jobs from U.S. workers? Why do businesses hire them?
• CCF president exhorts Bishop Chatard seniors to give back

• Evangelization Supplement

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  • Column: Friendship with Christ - The goal of evangelization
  • ‘A direct line to God’: SPRED program catechizes people with developmental disabilities
  • Adult faith formation programs helps Catholics evangelize
  • 25 Ways to Evangelize
  • ‘Love in action’: All Catholics are called to evangelize in their everyday lives
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Celebrating motherhood as a beautiful vocation
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La celebración de la maternidad como una hermosa vocación
• Editorial
  • ‘Run for vocations’ was a powerful witness of faith
  • A spirit worth emulating
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Sapphira, Tabitha and Lydia
• Cornucopia: Mirror, mirror on the wall, am I my mother after all?
• Faithful Lines: A tribute to all mothers—anytime and anywhere
• Twenty Something: All that glitters - Chasing glamour, inviting beauty
• Letters to the Editor
  • Restoring priorities will help the Church move forward in its mission
• Events Calendar
  • Stewardship summit to be held at Marian College
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Rosemary Eggermann was a teacher, secretary
• My Journey to God: Signs of God’s Hands in Spring
• The Sunday Readings: Feast of Pentecost

May 16, 2008

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• 'Never lose hope for peace': During Indiana visit, papal nuncio reflects on the Church in the Holy Land | Reflections on the role of interfaith relations
• Archbishop Sambi speaks at fundraising dinner in Indianapolis
• Hundreds gather at national basilica to dedicate St. Theodora statue
• Pomp and circumstance: 1,321 students to graduate at Catholic high schools in archdiocese
• Wanted: Your nominations for annual Catholic Schools Values Awards
• Legends and legacies: CYO honors dedicated volunteers for service
  • CYO recognition highlights work of both adults and young people
• Myths and facts about immigration: How do immigrants pay taxes?
• Meet our future deacons
  • Kerry Blandford
  • Dave Riesing
• Miter Society Mass and reception highlight stewardship
• No general admission tickets available for diaconate ordination
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: The Criterion is an instrument of evangelization for all
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: The Criterion constituye un instrumento de evangelización para todos
• Editorial: Pope Benedict XVI blesses, and challenges, America
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Mark’s mother and Rhoda
• Cornucopia: Beautiful family vacation spot is nearby
• Faithful Lines: Class reunions renew old friendships
• Go and Make Disciples: Catholic schools and the Church’s primary mission of evangelization
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
  • Open houses are scheduled for new Villas of Guerin Woods
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Delia Leonard was a teacher and principal
• My Journey to God: The Sculptor
• The Sunday Readings: Feast of the Most Holy Trinity

May 23, 2008

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• Renaissance man: Deacon Aaron Jenkins brings many gifts to the priesthood
• Apostolic nuncio reflects on papal journey to America | Reflections and memories of his ministry as a papal diplomat
• College seminary to host Bishop Bruté Days in June
• Myths and facts about immigration: Aren’t immigrants taking advantage of social services and costing taxpayers?
• Meet our future deacons
  • Mike Stratman
  • Bob Decker
• A day for prayers: Shelby County parish remembers founding pastor each Memorial Day
• ‘Share Your Harvest’ program benefits needy people in area

• Vacation/Travel Supplement

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  • Parish Festival Listings
  • History and harmony: O’Bannon, Lincoln and Harmonie state parks offer lots of fun activities for everyone
  • Desert beauty: Sedona Gardens of St. John Vianney are breathtaking
  • Kentucky’s ‘Holy Land’: Bardstown played key role in growth of U.S. Church
  • Italian artistry: Beauty fills Tuscany’s cities, towns and countryside
  • Raw power and beauty: Trip to Niagara Falls is one-of-a-kind vacation
  • Get back to nature: Outdoor activities abound in Bloomington area
  • Water, water everywhere: Your hotel room travels with you on cruises
  • Zoo celebrates 20 years: Koalas get summer vacation at Indianapolis Zoo
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ is a celebration of family
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La festividad de Corpus Christi es una celebración familiar
• Editorial: Got some ‘sole’ to spare? Be a Good Samaritan
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Prisca, Paul’s collaborator
• Cornucopia: What should motherhood really mean?
• Faithful Lines: Winging our way toward meditation with birds
• Letters to the Editor
  • ‘Myths and facts about immigration’ not telling the entire story, reader says
  • New bioethics column, other features help readers live out Church’s teachings
• Events Calendar
  • Four parishes change Mass times due to holiday and race
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Beheaded Saints
• The Sunday Readings: Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi)

May 30, 2008

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• Humbled to serve others: Deacon Joseph Newton’s call to priesthood came early in his life
• Hope and redemption at heart of 55-year-old college graduate’s remarkable journey
• 55 years later, Williams finally gets his college diploma
• Future deacons discuss being married and being ordained
  • National Directory sheds light on deacons and marriage
• Meet our future deacons
  • Michael East
  • Ronald Stier
• Myths and facts about immigration: Why is the Church so concerned about immigration?
• Answering the Call: Teachers committed to sharing gift of faith with high school students
• Four are honored for completing Ecclesial Lay Ministry program
• Archbishop announces clergy, parish assignments
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Vocations are special graces derived from perpetual adoration
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Las vocaciónes son gracias especiales que se derivan de la adoración perpetua
• Editorial: The Church and global warming
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - On the road to canonization
• Cornucopia: Pray America remains what so proudly we hail
• Faithful Lines: Tips for better life: Plan and live each day well
• Faith and Family: Plan to take a spiritual journey this summer
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Witness
• The Sunday Readings: Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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June

June 6, 2008

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• Defining moments: High school graduates say Catholic education is at heart of who they are
• Meet our future deacons
  • Steven Gretencord
  • Oscar Morales
• Father Charles Chesebrough was dean of Bloomington Deanery
• Myths and facts about immigration: Doesn’t illegal immigration threaten our security?
• Bishop Chatard is among first high schools to receive defibrillator
• ‘God’s Plan for Joy-filled Marriage’ explores intimacy
• Holy Name Parish in Beech Grove to celebrate centennial
• Marian image to be displayed throughout archdiocese in June
• New deadline for Holy Land pilgrimage with Archbishop Buechlein
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Summer series offers preparation for archdiocesan anniversary
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La serie de verano constituye la preparación para el aniversario arquidiocesano
• Editorial
  • A time to celebrate as a Church family on June 7 …
  • … And a time to honor our graduates
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - The martyrs of Virginia
• It's All Good: Let your worries go, trust God knows what’s best for you
• Faithful Lines: In overall scheme of things, ‘we’ve only just begun’
• Faith, Hope and Charity: The poverty of loneliness
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Deidre Clements was a teacher for 51 years
• My Journey to God: Bread for Each Other
• The Sunday Readings: Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

June 13, 2008

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• Witnesses to Joy: Fathers Aaron Jenkins and Joseph Newton ordained archdiocese’s newest priests | Photo Gallery One | Photo Gallery Two
• Area flood victims find shelter in parishes
• Meet our future deacons
  • Wesley Jones
  • Ronald Reimer
  • Steven Hodges
• No general admission tickets available for diaconate ordination
• Deacon candidates comfortable ministering in the workplace
• Myths and facts about immigration: Has immigration law changed over the years?
• Retiring educators share bond of making a difference
• New seminary president-rector reflects on forming future priests
• Fathers and sons work side by side on Eagle Scout projects
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Love of Jesus urges us to walk in imitation of his love
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: El amor de Jesús nos estimula a caminar imitando su amor
• Editorial: Summer is the season for service
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - The martyrs of Georgia
• Cornucopia: Remember that Father’s Day is not a second-rate holiday
• Twenty Something: Our personal call to Christ
• Be Our Guest: Abortion - One woman’s journey
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
  • Glenn Tebbe to be interviewed on Catholic Radio Indy
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Mary Ellen Kilday taught grade school, high school
  • Franciscan Sister Jane Anne Speier was a teacher, principal, librarian
• My Journey to God: The Call of God
• The Sunday Readings: Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

June 20, 2008

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• Living her dream: Cathedral’s Samantha Peszek primed to make Olympic gymnastics team
• Archbishop Buechlein’s cancer is in remission
• Archbishop announces assignments for new deacons and director
• Bishop Simon Bruté was ordained a priest 200 years ago this month
  • Bishop Bruté’s beatification cause progresses slowly
• Parishes, agencies help flood victims across the archdiocese
  • How you can help flood victims
• Myths and facts about immigration: Why don’t they just get the documents? Why do they break the law?
• Criterion staff honored for excellence in journalism
• A prayerful presence: June 21 Mass and open house to celebrate Carmelites’ ministry before move
  • Web-only story: Carmelite spirituality will help nuns begin their life in Oldenburg
  • Photo Gallery
• Seminary leader sees distinctiveness, need for unity in ministries
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Jesus and his cross offer a message of encouragement
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Jesús y su cruz ofrecen un mensaje de aliento
• Editorial: Keeping our promises
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Eusebio Francisco Kino
• The Joyful Catholic: You are made new in God’s garden of life
• Faithful Lines: Population institute’s interesting census awareness
• Be Our Guest: New deacons will be committed to service
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Days like Mirrors
• The Sunday Readings: Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time

June 27, 2008

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• Providence at work: First year at Cristo Rey High School in Indianapolis changes students’ lives
• Employer jumps at chance to support school’s work-study program
• Future deacons to extend Church’s reach into the community
  • No general admission tickets available for diaconate ordination
• Jesus and Mary can help us through life’s challenges, speakers say
• Five Benedictine monks celebrate priesthood jubilees
• ‘We’re all brothers’: Prayer, fun and learning help young men ponder priesthood | Photo gallery
• Official Appointments
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Get up, look up and carry on because of Jesus
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Levántate, alza la vista y sigue adelante por Jesús
• Editorial: Welcome, new deacons
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Kentucky’s Charles Nerinckx
• Cornucopia: Summertime, and the digging is easy
• Emmaus Walk: Remember, it’s not about us, it’s all about God
• Faith and Family: Be ready!
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Marian Elizabeth Moriarty taught for 49 years
• My Journey to God: Sacred Spaces–Continuing the Ascent
• The Sunday Readings: Feast of SS. Peter and Paul, Apostles

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July

July 4, 2008

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• Making history: 25 men ordained permanent deacons | Photo Gallery One | Photo Gallery Two
• Tracing the history of the diaconate
• July 16 Mass of Thanksgiving to celebrate Carmelite sisters’ ministry
• Follow World Youth Day pilgrims on Criterion Web site
• Official Appointment
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Care for others and pray for Mary’s intercession
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Preocúpate por los demás y reza por la intercesión de María
• Editorial: Proud to be Americans
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Father Magin Catala
• It's All Good: A productive day on God’s terms, not mine
• Faithful Lines: St. Gabriel Possenti is known as ‘the gun saint’
• Faith, Hope and Charity: Let’s stay in it for the long haul
• Be Our Guest: Community’s generosity helps St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry through critical June shortage
• Letters to the Editor
  • Catholic Conference’s immigration series didn’t tell whole story, reader says
• Events Calendar
  • Abortion reconciliation programs are scheduled in July and August
  • Parish to host class on papal encyclical
  • Father Eckstein to celebrate anniversary
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Shingo Takura was an employee of Catholic Charities Indianapolis in the Refugee Resettlement Program
• My Journey to God: Sweet Corn
• The Sunday Readings: Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

July 11, 2008

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• St. Ann parishioners break ground for new church
• Best friends: Cathedral High School co-valedictorians share special bond
• Youths lend a hand for parish’s new Stations of the Cross path
• Out of their comfort zone: Homeland Mission week helps youths experience the ‘real world’
• Brebeuf graduate carries Olympic torch in China
• Catholic News Around Indiana
  • Teenagers invited to take faith deeper in ‘The Crypt’
  • Jasper native is named Indiana’s poet laureate
• Follow World Youth Day pilgrims on Criterion Web site
• Official Appointments
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Charity requires us to care for those we don’t know
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La caridad nos exige ocuparnos de aquellos que no conocemos
• Editorial: Let’s applaud our young people making a difference in society
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Felix De Andreis
• Cornucopia: Sweating it out in July at the county fair
• Twenty Something: Discerning your path with God’s positioning system
• Be Our Guest: Young people are today’s Church, not tomorrow’s
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were published this week
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Benedictine Father Benet Amato served as a pastor and teacher
• My Journey to God: Sometimes I Wonder
• The Sunday Readings: Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

July 18, 2008

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• ‘Lord, I come to do your will’: Teacher’s efforts connect Indianapolis parish and mountain community in El Salvador
• World Youth Day pilgrims experience Aussie hospitality
• History book recounts 175 years of Catholicism in the archdiocese
• Meditation CDs to benefit Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House
• Serra Club vocations essay: Priests, deacons and religious show God’s love through service
• 50 years of devotion
  • Father Eckstein’s 50 years of ministry is marked by humility
  • Prayer is the source for Msgr. Knueven’s active ministry
• Prayers answered: Cathedral High School wins boys’ golf state championship

• Fall Marriage Supplement

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  • Wedding Announcements
  • God’s gifts of baptism and sacramental marriage bless families
  • State offers free financial guide for newlywed couples
  • Pre Cana conference addresses ways to have happy marriage
  • Tobit Weekend helps engaged couple prepare for married life
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Pray for courage and compassion during your ‘Veronica moments’
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Reza por fortaleza y compasión durante tus ‘raptos de Verónica’
• Editorial: The Pauline year gives us a chance to meet St. Paul—as if for the first time
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Pierre Toussaint
• The Joyful Catholic: Life is like a roller coaster so enjoy the ride
• Faithful Lines: When, where and why may we use the name of God?
• Be Our Guest: Celebrating the gift of ‘Humanae Vitae’ 40 years later
• Letters to the Editor
  • Religious brother presents troubling portrayal of hospice, reader says
• Events Calendar
  • Charity to hold big estate sale
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Father Elvan Maschmann served in parishes
• My Journey to God: Poet, What Do You Say?
• The Sunday Readings: Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

July 25, 2008

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• The Holy Spirit at work: World Youth Day pilgrims grow in faith in Sydney
• Archdiocese thanks Carmelites for 75 years of prayer
  • Carmelite prioress reflects on sisters’ lives of contemplative prayer
  • Diocesan and order priests share memories of Indianapolis Carmel
• New archdiocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator appointed
• Serra Club vocations essay: Priests, deacons and religious lead others to Christ
• 50 years of devotion
  • Father Ripperger driven by love of the Church, people
  • Father Munshower finds joy in being present to people
• Three Sisters of Providence profess vows
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Seventh Station is an opportunity to refresh our solidarity with the poor
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La séptima estación representa una oportunidad para renovar nuestra solidaridad con los pobres
• Editorial: Search for the good, the true and the beautiful
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Felix Varela
• Cornucopia: The family reunion as a learning experience
• Emmaus Walk: Summer baby-sitting lesson reaches heavenly realm
• Faith and Family: Living as a child of God
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
  • Elizabella Ball is set for Aug. 16
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Divine Word Missionary Father John LaBauve served at St. Rita
• My Journey to God: My Prayer
• The Sunday Readings: Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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August

August 1, 2008

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• A call to love: Wisdom and faith mark Providence Sister Susan Dinnin’s journey in leading A Caring Place
• Going for the gold: Archdiocesan teens Bridget Sloan and Samantha Peszek to compete for U.S. women’s gymnastics team in Beijing, China
• Elizabella Ball to recognize families who have embraced adoption
• 50 years of devotion
  • Father Lutz’s mother knew priestly vocation was right for him
  • Father McNally says priesthood is an ‘extremely rewarding ministry’
• Serra Club vocations essay: Priest, religious “cast nets” every day at Cathedral High School
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Women are a special gift in our communities
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Las mujeres son un regalo especial en nuestras comunidades
• Editorial: Our ‘lost generation’
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Frederic Baraga
• It's All Good: Back-to-school advice for a high school freshman
• Faithful Lines: Remembering special days for our Blessed Mother
• Faith, Hope and Charity: What a truly wonderful world we live in
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
  • ‘Missions Helping Missions Bazaar’ is Aug. 2 at Fatima
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Miriam Clare Heskamp was a superior general
• My Journey to God: The Handmade Gift
• The Sunday Readings: Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

August 8, 2008

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• Lilly Endowment Inc. awards $5 million capital grant to improve archdiocesan schools
• Countless lives were touched by 12-year-old Anna Molloy’s big heart
• Aug. 16 Mass and event scheduled to defend the faith against anti-Catholic commentator Bill Maher
• Chastity Mass observes anniversary of ‘Humanae Vitae’
• Oldenburg Franciscans honor 15 senior sisters
• Catholic News Around Indiana
  • Going for the gold: Elwood teenager to compete in Beijing Olympics
  • Our Lady of Grace teenager to compete in diving at Beijing Olympics
• Serra Club vocations essay: Religious, priests and deacons cast nets to draw people into the Church
• Flood relief funds are available for archdiocesan parishes
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Jesus identifies with those who fall again and again
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Jesús se identifica con aquellos que caen una y otra vez
• Editorial: Plenty of reasons to watch the 2008 Summer Olympics
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Henriette Delille
• Cornucopia: Polish up those tarnishing golden years
• Twenty Something: A firm foundation for trying times
• Be Our Guest: The devil goes upscale with fancy, suburban Planned Parenthood clinics
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
  • Mass on Aug. 14 to celebrate Catholic radio in Indianapolis
  • Knights of Columbus to host supper for injured policeman
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Marie Consolata Gallagher taught for 63 years
  • Franciscan Sister Francis Ellen Hannigan taught at high schools
• My Journey to God: The Pool of Life
• The Sunday Readings: Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

August 15, 2008

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• 'A place of hope': Father Terry Charlton embraces role at world’s first high school for AIDS orphans
• DVD or CD of World Youth Day photos are available for purchase
• Four-session program to focus on Catholic identity and doctrine
• Batesville craftsmen proud of work on Our Lady of America statue | Prayer
• Serra Club vocations essay: Diocesan priests can have great influence on youths
• Benedictine sister professes first vows
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Humility of Jesus urges us to imitate him
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La humildad de Jesús nos insta a imitarle
• Editorial: Did Mary die?
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Father Samuel Mazzuchelli
• The Joyful Catholic: No matter the age, spiritual exercise is good for your soul
• Faithful Lines: Volunteers needed to organize 3,000 rosary rallies
• Letters to the Editor
  • If we are to turn America around, we must change our wicked ways
  • Thank you for your support of the Retirement Fund for Religious appeal
• Events Calendar
  • Blue Mass to be celebrated on Sept. 11
  • Bella co-executive producer is ‘Celebrate Life’ speaker
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: O Mary, Blessed Mother
• The Sunday Readings: Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

August 22, 2008

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• ‘An immigrant Church since the beginning’: Seminarians learn about the ethnic roots of the archdiocese on pilgrimage | Photo gallery
• Where do your loyalties lie?: Christ the King alumni are at center of Indiana, Western Kentucky game
• Lucious Newsom, ‘the Lord’s beggar for the poor,’ dies at 93
• Serra Club vocations essay: Priests, deacons and religious use ‘different nets’ in ministry
• Web site focuses on sports teams from five Catholic high schools
• Back to School Snapshots (photo gallery)
• Three Benedictine sisters celebrate golden jubilees
• Official Appointments
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Christ nailed to the Cross invites us to open our hearts, trust in the Father
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Cristo clavado en la cruz nos invita a abrir nuestros corazones y a confiar en el Padre
• Editorial
  • Pope’s search for unity
  • Lapsed Catholics, fervent converts
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Mother Mary Lange
• Cornucopia: Trouble may begin with ‘my opinion’
• Emmaus Walk: Following God’s lead and getting all that we need
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
  • Jubilee Mass is Sept. 7
  • Theology on Tap’s Fall Gala is Sept. 12
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Just Be
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time

August 29, 2008

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• 'What am I called to do?': Spiritual direction helps people deepen their faith, find meaning in life
  • Spiritual direction internship program begins on Sept. 9
• Deacon Ronald Stier was a role model for his fellow deacons
• Tuttle succeeds Byrum as president of Right to Life of Indianapolis
• Nine Sisters of Providence celebrate their golden jubilee | 8 celebrate diamond jubilee | 13 celebrate diamond jubilee
• Youths help others grow in faith through summer mission trips
• Workshops explain RCIA process and liturgy for parish volunteers
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Because of the ‘man on the Cross,’ we should be bearers of hope
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Debemos ser portadores de esperanza en nombre del ‘hombre en la Cruz’
• Editorial: Go into the voting booth with a well-informed conscience
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Cornelia Connelly
• Faith and Family: Getting up again and again to climb God’s holy mountain
• Be Our Guest: Thanks to volunteers and donations, more than food is distributed at St. Vincent de Paul Society in Indianapolis
• Letters to the Editor
  • An open letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi after her misstatements about life on ‘Meet the Press’
  • Letter to the editor, column reflecting on ‘Humanae Vitae’ are appreciated
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Sanctuary
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time

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September

September 5, 2008

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• Recipe for success: Second Helpings feeds the hungry in Indianapolis | Photo gallery
• New class of 18 men begin deacon formation program | Photo gallery
• Dynamic speakers are on men’s conference itinerary
• Ignoring the doubts: Paralympic rower Emma Preuschl going for the gold in Beijing
• St. Anne Parish bazaar features keepsake collectibles from church
• Volleyball teams to compete in ‘life game’ match for charity
• Archdiocese sponsors Mass and program for addiction recovery
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Mary is a symbol of quiet and steady hope
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: María es un símbolo de esperanza firme y silente
• Editorial: Stewards of the future
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Father Michael McGivney
• It's All Good: The best part of the day? Coming home
• Faithful Lines: A few anecdotes about disruptions at holy Mass
• Faith, Hope and Charity: Could that be Jesus?
• Letters to the Editor
  • Wanted: More volunteers to help put God’s will into action in flood-affected communities
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: The Touch of God
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time

September 12, 2008

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• ‘A simple and joyful house of prayer’: Former Carmelite monastery in Indianapolis dedicated as new Bishop Bruté seminary home | Photo Gallery 1 | Photo Gallery 2
• Holy Land pilgrimage begins activities marking 175th anniversary of Archdiocese of Indianapolis
• New deacon aspirants come from varied backgrounds
• ‘Angels of Grace’ to honor women for community service

• Religious Education Supplement

  • Homepage
  • Column: ‘Words’ is not a four-letter word
  • Prayer, study, fellowship and service are foundations of Catholic Adult Fellowship
  • Families pray, learn together in parish catechetical program
  • 25 ways to grow your children’s faith
  • Breaking open the Word: Bible study brings archdiocesan Catholics closer to God
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Empty tomb is a symbol of Christ’s victory and our salvation
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: El sepulcro vacío es símbolo de la victoria de Cristo y de nuestra salvación
• Editorial: Human rights and dignity
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Mary Magdalen Bentivoglio
• Cornucopia: Respect life because every life is a gift from God
• Twenty Something: No better use of 42 cents
• Letters to the Editor
  • When it comes to protecting human ‘eggs,’ let’s use some common sense
• Events Calendar
  • Free courses on mental illness to be offered for caregivers
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Paulita Schuman served in Papua New Guinea, helped found religious order
• My Journey to God: Straightening the Cross
• The Sunday Readings: Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross

September 19, 2008

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• Friends to the end: Race’s emotional finish shows special bond between coach and student
• Wanted: Readers’ memories to help celebrate the 175th anniversary of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis
• Paralympic rower Emma Preuschl wins silver medal in Beijing, China
• Remnants of Hurricane Ike damage church property, topple trees
• Jim Sedlak’s life’s work is ending horror of abortion
• ‘40 Days for Life’ campaigns targeted to end abortion nationwide
• Church restoration celebrated at solemn high Mass
• Archbishop names six churches as pilgrimage sites for Pauline Year
• Follow the Holy Land pilgrimage via our online blog
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Holy Land pilgrimage will be anchored in prayer
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La peregrinación a Tierra Santa se anclará en la oración
• Editorial: Victims of hurricanes beyond our borders need our help, too
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Sr. Marianne Cope
• The Joyful Catholic: Human life begins before conception—just ask God
• Faithful Lines: Women’s liberation - A legend and a simple tale
• Be Our Guest: Religious sister’s support for candidate, newspaper’s publishing of story is troubling to reader
• Letters to the Editor
  • Upcoming family events will help the needy in Indianapolis area
• Events Calendar
  • Free courses on mental illness to be offered for caregivers
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • J. Patrick Rooney sponsored educational choice for students
• My Journey to God: Day is Done
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

September 26, 2008

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• In the hands of God: Strong connection of faith and medicine evident in the ministry of many doctors
• Bella producer’s mission in life is working to end abortion
• Cathedral Mass, Life Chains to highlight Respect Life Sunday events
• St. Matthew Parish has inspired loyalty for 50 years
• St. Charles Parish in Milan has been like family for 100 years
• Greater Indianapolis Youth Chorale and Chamber Ensemble seek members
• Sept. 11 Blue Mass pays tribute to public servants
• Tickets are available for annual Celebrating Catholic School Values Dinner on Nov. 5
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Year of St. Paul is a good time to read about great missionary
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: El Año de San Pablo marca una buena ocasión para leer sobre este gran misionero
• Editorial: Synod focuses on the Bible
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Mary Theresa Dudzik
• Cornucopia: Chosen people come in many forms
• Emmaus Walk: Is Jesus really present in the Blessed Sacrament?
• Faith and Family: Parents nurture holiness in hidden ways
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
  • Catholics United for the Faith plans 40th annual conference on Oct. 10-12
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Mary Louis Murer was a teacher, principal
  • Franciscan Sister Teresa Mitchell taught school for 40 years
  • Providence Sister Sue Pietrus ministered in music education
• My Journey to God: An Hour with Jesus
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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October

October 3, 2008

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• A special place in history: Freshmen at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College have ties to St. Theodora Guérin
• Archdiocese honors pro-life supporters for their work
• Men's Conference: Blessed Mother played key role in priest’s conversion
• Two Batesville Deanery parishes celebrate 175 years
• Wanted: Readers’ memories to help celebrate the 175th anniversary of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Forming our consciences as we prepare to vote is a challenge
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La formación de conciencia es un reto que enfrentamos en preparación para el sufragio
• Editorial: Economic crisis is a failure of responsible stewardship
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Father Stephen Eckert
• It's All Good: Never doubt that God is only a breath away
• Faithful Lines: Cooking tensions lead to blessed sense of humor
• Faith, Hope and Charity: A bottomless well of love
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader: All innocent in society should receive equal regard
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Paul Hoppe, father of monk, died in Findlay, Ohio
• My Journey to God: Day of Silence
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 10, 2008

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• Standing up for life: Archbishop Buechlein - Responsible citizenship requires respect for sanctity of all human life
• Education awards honor people who make a difference
  • Awards dinner raises tuition assistance for families in need
• Legacy for Our Mission cabinet celebrates campaign’s success
  • Cabinet members who led campaign came from throughout archdiocese
• Films can deepen and challenge our faith, priest says
• Men's Conference: peakers implore men to recommit their lives to faith and family
• Holy Land Pilgrimage (photo essay - PDF format)
• New president-rector inaugurated at Saint Meinrad School of Theology
• St. Mary Parish is a pillar in the Greensburg community
• Vocations cross initiative helps families pray for vocations
• Planting a seed: Archdiocesan vocations office launches new Web site
• Growth and expansion grants are now available
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Vocation of every baptized Christian is to love and say yes to God’s grace
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La vocación de cada cristiano bautizado es amar y decirle sí a la gracia de Dios
• Editorial: Abortion and politics
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Fathers James Walsh and Thomas Price
• Cornucopia: Trying to understand the Middle East conflict
• Twenty Something: Forgiving yourself is hard to do
• Letters to the Editor
  • A big ‘thank you’ to all who supported Society of St. Vincent de Paul walk
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Father James Brune of Evansville was ordained in archdiocese
• My Journey to God: We Also Walk With Him
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 17, 2008

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• ‘Their roots go deep’: Fabric of rural parishes includes deep connection to faith and family
  • St. Isidore shooting match is part of celebration of rural life
• Therber named president of Scecina High School
• Campaign still helps parishes, agencies focus on the future
• Garden of eating: Immaculate Heart of Mary ministry provides food for the needy
• Church’s Substance Addiction Ministry helps people find God
• Magazine honors archdiocesan director of risk management as innovator
• New playground at St. Joan of Arc School is ‘a dream come true’
• Joan Byrum was a dedicated pro-life and Church volunteer
• Seminarian Sean Danda is ordained a deacon in Rome
• Sisters of Providence oral history project is made available to the public
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Homeland Mission experience helps youths grow in faith and hope
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La experiencia de Homeland Mission ayuda a los jóvenes a crecer en la fe y la esperanza
• Editorial: On deciding how to vote
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Seminarian Frank Parater
• The Joyful Catholic: The mystery behind the special place where God lives
• Faithful Lines: Welcome happy, holy humor into daily life
• Be Our Guest: The economic crisis and the cause of freedom
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters printed this week
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Joan Byrum was a dedicated pro-life and Church volunteer
• My Journey to God: We Also Walk With Him
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 24, 2008

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• Full-court faith: Catholic upbringing is at the heart of Pacers’ coach Jim O’Brien’s life
  • St. Mary’s pastor says coach and his wife are ‘authentic’ people
• World Mission Sunday Mass has multicultural flavor | Photo gallery
• Oct. 31 marks 100th anniversary of first healing attributed to the intercession of St. Theodora Guérin
• Senior citizen, teens connect through community service project
• Making history: Thomas Day is first director of religious education to take sabbatical
• Growth and expansion grants are now available
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Catholic faith is a stable and unchanging support for us
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La fe católica resulta un apoyo estable e inmutable para nosotros
• Editorial: The art of making decisions in a presidential election year
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Rose Hawthorne Lathrop
• Cornucupia: Reckoning what is important on All Souls Day
• Emmaus Walk: Is God’s power perfected in our weaknesses?
• Letters to the Editor
  • One party has a plan to protect unborn children
  • Abortion is one of many issues for voters to consider
  • Without conception, there is no life
  • Right-to-life issues include more than abortion
  • The critical issue when casting your ballot
  • Pray for the wisdom to change what we can change
  • Voting our conscience in this election
  • Sister’s statement in line with ‘Faithful Citizenship’
  • Don’t lose sight of strengths in U.S. health care
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Mary Joanita Walsh taught school for 34 years
• My Journey to God: Expectations
• The Sunday Readings: Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 31, 2008

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• ‘Made in the image and likeness of God’: Thousands pray for unborn children during national ‘40 Days for Life’ campaigns
  • Priests to be honored as ‘good shepherds’ at closing prayer rally
• Intention weekend for Called to Serve is Nov. 1-2
• Hope in the midst of turmoil highlighted at campaign celebration
• A blossoming bond: Exchange project connects Catholic and Taiwanese schools
• Three Cups teaches values and the value of money
• Catholic cemeteries offer All Souls vespers or Mass
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Pray gratefully for the saints in your lives
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Recen con agradecimiento por los santos en sus vidas
• Editorial: Saints and souls
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Father Nelson Baker
• Faith and Family: Become a saint by changing your heart
• Letters to the Editor
  • Best way to help youths understand God’s love is through serving others
• Events Calendar
  • Archbishop invites pastoral musicians to special liturgy
  • Retreats address stress, offer hope and comfort
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Rose Louise Schafer ministered in education
  • Providence Sister Ann Michele Kiefer taught school for 41 years
  • Daughter of Charity Catherine Duffey was Indianapolis native
• My Journey to God: Autumn Leaves
• The Sunday Readings: Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls)

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November

November 7, 2008

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• ‘Universal Call to Holiness’: New archdiocesan initiative aims to help young adults connect with their faith
  • What does it mean to be a young Catholic today?
  • Parishes hold the key to opening doors to young adults
  • Pew study offers a glimpse into the faith lives of young adults
• Archbishop Buechlein blesses restoration project at Cardinal Ritter center in New Albany
• New Albany doctor’s mission work, faith touched people near and far
• Celebration marks generosity of Catholics in southern Indiana
• A message of hope: Homeless receive shoes and socks through Eagle Scout project
• Catholic News Around Indiana: Catholics, Muslims gather for annual Midwest dialogue
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Becoming ministers of hope for others in need of hope
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Debemos convertirnos en ministros de esperanza para quienes lo necesiten
• Editorial: Advancing the Church’s mission
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Father Marie-Clement Staub
• It's All Good: Like a proud parent, God rejoices in our good deeds
• Faithful Lines: E-mail can awaken sensitivity toward challenges
• Faith, Hope and Love: A flood of hope is needed
• Letters to the Editor
  • Future Farmers of America members help local charity assist the needy
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Benedictine Sister Angeline Preske helped found monastery
• My Journey to God: Three Haiku Reflections
• The Sunday Readings: Feast of the Dedication of St. John Lateran in Rome

November 14, 2008

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• Writer says Catholic values can be a part of good stories; 1,000 people attend Celebrating Catholic School Values dinner
• Missionaries in Indianapolis reach out to those who feel no need for God
• Lay movement helps Catholics suggest alternatives to secularism
• Cathedral to host ninth annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
• Month of the rosary brings parish community together in faith
• Rittertown concept hopes to build community on west side
• Annual Catholic Campaign for Human Development collection is Nov. 22-23

• Youth Supplement

  • Table of Contents
  • Prayer marks youths’ conversations with God
  • Hard times can draw young people closer to God
  • Pope’s U.S. visit still resonates with youths
  • Sharing talents helps youths deepen their faith
  • Hope, heartbreak meet when youths stand up for life
  • Women of all ages live their faith through different roles
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Like Holy Father, archdiocese committed to reaching out to young adults
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Al igual que el Santo Padre, la arquidiócesis tiene el compromiso de acercarse a los jóvenes adultos
• Editorial: Teens, parents and drugs
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Miriam Teresa Demjanovich
• Cornucopia: OK, who tipped the parent/child balance?
• Twenty Something: A slice of pumpkin bread - How hospitality heals the heart
• Letters to the Editor
  • The failure to protect the ‘least of these’ renders any other position meaningless
• Events Calendar
  • St. Francis hospitals offer Newborn Pantry assistance
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Russell Dellen was a dedicated Church, community volunteer
  • Providence Sister Catherine Sienna Wire taught for 55 years
• My Journey to God: Deus Et Homo (God and Man)
• The Sunday Readings: Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time

November 21, 2008

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• U.S. bishops voice hope for Obama administration, point to possible obstacles to desired unity for all
• New hymn text celebrates archdiocese’s 175th anniversary
• Catholic Conference launches online tool for grassroots effort
• Giving thanks to God—and you: Blessings are numerous for local Church in 2008
• Holy Rosary Parish in Seelyville marks 100 years of faith
• St. Martin de Porres celebration brings diverse Church together | Photo gallery
• Readers are invited to share favorite Christmas memories
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Thoughtful spirit in students’ letters offers a good example
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La sensibilidad de las cartas de los estudiantes resulta un buen ejemplo
• Editorial: No mandate for abortion
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Maria Luisa Josefa
• The Joyful Catholic: Like Jesus, love people first, teach them later
• Faithful Lines: Learning through faith, stoicism and kindness
• Letters to the Editor
  • To truly make a difference in society, we must change one American at a time
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Intimacy (A Prayer)
• The Sunday Readings: Feast of Christ the King

November 28, 2008

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• 'Labor of Love': Teenage and young adult outreach at St. Charles Borromeo Parish builds community
• Altar boy’s good deed leads to encounter with possible saint
• St. Mary Parish has served Catholic immigrants for 150 years
• St. Thomas Aquinas Parish is part of Bread for the World video
• Advent penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• ‘The God-reminder on campus’: Catholic priest makes a difference in college students’ lives
• Advent resources available on archdiocesan Web site
• Readers are invited to share favorite Christmas memories
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Advent offers us the grace to become better friends with Jesus
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: El Adviento nos ofrece la gracia de hacernos más amigos de Jesús
• Editorial: Starting afresh from Christ
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Maria Kaupas
• Cornucopia: It’s hard not to be thankful in our lives
• Emmaus Walk: Giving up something important to make room for Christ
• Faith and Family: Learn to wait patiently this Advent
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • Benedict Inn open house is Dec. 6
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Holy Cross Brother Pedro Haering was a principal
  • Ellen Ginther was the mother of Father Rick Ginther
  • Franciscan Sister Mary Xavier Grieshop was a teacher
• My Journey to God: Advent’s Grace
• The Sunday Readings: First Sunday of Advent

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December

December 5, 2008

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• A father's gift: Forty years later, family’s holiday outreach continues at Holy Cross Parish
• Challenge of hunger addressed at annual interfaith service
• Parishes announce Masses, fiestas for feast days of St. Juan Diego and Our Lady of Guadalupe
• Catholics are invited to celebrate Simbang Gabi
• Advent penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Immigrants make a positive contribution to our society
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Los inmigrantes realizan un aporte positivo a nuestra sociedad
• Editorial: Gratitude makes wholeness and healing possible
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Father Emil Kapaun
• It's All Good: This Christmas, find yourself wanting what you’ve got
• Faithful Lines: Advent musings - Looking back and looking forward
• Faith, Hope and Charity: Time to move back to the front porch
• Letters to the Editor
  • When it comes to immigration, ‘right is right because it is
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Callista Rosenberger taught for 59 years
• My Journey to God: The Rose Thieves
• The Sunday Readings: Second Sunday of Advent

December 12, 2008

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• Hope from Nigeria: Archdiocesan Catholics grow in faith through ministry of Nigerian priests and religious
• Chain crew members Ed Tinder and Steve Taylor have been a team on Colts’ sideline for 25 years
• St. Anne parishioners to break ground on new church in March
• Pro-life supporters outraged by Planned Parenthood’s holiday gift certificates
• Wanted: Your participation in campaign to oppose federal abortion rights legislation
• Advent penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• Editor emeritus publishes book on St. Thomas More
• Advent resources are available on archdiocesan Web site
• Official Appointment

• 2008 Accountability Report

  • Letter from the Archbishop: To the People of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis
  • Summary of Financial Status
  • Chief Financial Officer’s Report
  • Whole Report (PDF format)
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Bishops committed to working with those who cherish the common good
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: El compromiso de los obispos es trabajar con aquellos que valoran el bien común
• Editorial: Juan Diego’s miraculous tilma
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Dorothy Day
• Cornucopia: Celebrating Advent or trappings, Christmas is a promise
• Twenty Something: Solving problems with Maria - The power of friendship
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters printed this week
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Carolyn Bissmeyer taught music
• My Journey to God: Bernadette of Lourdes
• The Sunday Readings: Third Sunday of Advent

December 19, 2008

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• Archbishop’s cancer diagnosis tops local news stories for 2008
• The meaning of Christmas: Restoration of Nativity scene at cathedral transforms lives
• Rosary is inspiration for Eagle Scout project at St. Michael School
• Proceeds from Little Flower Christmas CD to assist school families in need
• Criterion is now selling photograph reprints online
• ‘We’re No. 1!’: Catholic high school teams earn three state championships
• Fifth annual African Mass celebrates archdiocese’s various cultures | Photo gallery
• Patroness of the Americas: Our Lady of the Greenwood School and Parish celebrate the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Dec. 12 (photo gallery)
• Final Advent penance services scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• Cathedral and Saint Meinrad announce Christmas liturgies
• The Criterion and Catholic Center are closed from Dec. 24 to Jan. 4 for Christmas holiday

• Christmas Supplement

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  • The Infancy Gospels: More than the birth of Jesus
  • Readers share their favorite Christmas memories
    • Church ladies teach poor children about God’s love
    • Christmas Eve Mass offers glimpse of mystery of God
    • Christmas teaches children about gifts of faith and joy
    • Family continues tradition of decorating tree on Thanksgiving
    • Teenager is stunned to ‘get’ the true gift of Christmas
    • Mother’s sacrifice was wonderful gift of love
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: ‘Do not be afraid!’ is message that rings loud and clear this Christmas
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: ‘¡No teman!’ es el mensaje que resuena fuerte y claro en esta Navidad
• Editorial: Bethlehem in 2008
• From the Editor Emeritus: Possible saints - Mary Virginia Merrick
• The Joyful Catholic: How a difficult person can be your ‘assignment’
• Faithful Lines: Finding little treasures prior to the Christmas season
• Faith and Family: The birth of a child is at the heart of our faith
• Indiana Knights: What if there were no tomorrows?
• Letters to the Editor
  • Society of St. Vincent de Paul thanks volunteers, donors and benefactors
• Events Calendar
  • High school collects thousands of food items
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Light of the World
• The Sunday Readings: Fourth Sunday of Advent

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