Archives - November 2012

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November 2, 2012

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• Archbishop Tobin brings wealth of experience to ministry in archdiocese
• Making history: Marian University in Indianapolis celebrates 75th anniversary and $153 million in gifts
• ‘United Catholic Appeal: Christ Our Hope’ has goal of $5.7 million, will support three areas of ministry
• New chief financial officer of Archdiocese of Indianapolis connects faith to work
• What was in the news on Nov. 2, 1962? The number of Churchmen eligible to serve as council Fathers, and possible major changes in the liturgy
• Vatican II: Council addresses Church in the modern world
• Dogs, prisoners and assisted living residents enrich one another’s lives
• Cyclist kick-starts Catholic motorcycle club to help those in need
• Readers are invited to share their favorite Christmas memories
• Editorial: We are all called to be secret saints
• From the Editor Emeritus: Year of Faith - Catholics’ devotion to saints
• It's All Good: God—and those people around us—loves a grateful heart
• Faith, Hope and Charity: Encountering Jesus in today’s world
• Letters to the Editor
  • Church has responsibility to guide its flock on issues of ultimate importance
• Events Calendar
  • Forming consciences for faithful citizenship
  • Parish sponsors three holy hours before the election on Nov. 6
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Eileen Ann Kelley was a teacher, principal and congregation officer
• My Journey to God: Small but Mighty
• The Sunday Readings: Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time

November 9, 2012

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• Leave them laughing...and thinking: Priests who use humor in homilies say lessons in faith must be at heart of their message
• Awards honor people who use Catholic school values to make a difference
  • Speaker says Catholic schools helped transform his young life
• Archdiocesan Catholics give support for Church in Holy Land
• William Coyne was the father of Bishop Christopher J. Coyne
• What was in the news on Nov. 9, 1962? An announcement of when the first session of the Council will end, and how the debates were recorded
• Tradition and family are at heart of 175-year-old Holy Family Parish
• Share a story about how Catholic schools have impacted your life of faith
• Editorial: The new evangelization should focus on non-practicing Catholics
• From the Editor Emeritus: Year of Faith - Our death and two judgments
• Cornucopia: Learning how to play the waiting game in life
• Twenty Something: Fire, snow and wind - Faith that withstands the elements
• Letters to the Editor
  • Crowd enjoys blessing of various pets at St. Christopher Parish in Indianapolis
• Events Calendar
  • Extraordinary ministers of holy Communion are needed at hospital
  • Memorial Mass for deceased clergy is Nov. 20 at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Autumn’s Glory
• The Sunday Readings: Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time

November 16, 2012

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• 'It's ultimately love': Speaker encourages youth to trust God and all he brings them on their journey of faith
• Quarter century of stewardship praised during Catholic Community Foundation annual meeting
  • Catholic Community Foundation marks 25 years of growth
• Events connected to Archbishop Joseph W. Tobin’s installation as new shepherd are announced
• What was in the news on Nov. 16, 1962? A date is set to begin next session of the Second Vatican Council, and Bishop Sheen sees world headed for a showdown
• Men’s conference participants called to evangelize
• New cemetery crypt blessed after All Souls Day Mass
• Chemistry helps Bishop Chatard win state championship
• Saint is a model of the new evangelization, priest says
• Readers are invited to share favorite Christmas memories
• Editorial: Families and evangelization
• From the Editor Emeritus: Year of Faith - Catholics believe that hell exists
• Catholic Evangelization Outreach: We are missionaries at home and abroad
• Letters to the Editor
  • Pray that the eyes of the American people will be opened to the truth of Jesus Christ
• Events Calendar
  • African-American women’s conference is Dec. 15 at Fatima Retreat House
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Alma Louise Kohnen taught at Catholic schools in two states for 49 years
• My Journey to God: Grace
• The Sunday Readings: Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time

November 23, 2012

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• The richness of the faith: Readers open their hearts to share what they love about being Catholic
• Archbishop Tobin’s installation Mass at cathedral to be televised and streamed live on the Internet
• Angels of Grace Awards honor three inspirational women
• What was in the news on Nov. 23, 1962? Controversy over the Council’s draft on revelation and musing on how youths have lost their nerve
• Editorial: Giving thanks in the Year of Faith
• From the Editor Emeritus: Year of Faith - The Catholic doctrine of purgatory
• Cornucopia: We can be thankful for more than the usual suspects
• Emmaus Walk: Christmas is coming … What are you waiting for?
• Letters to the Editor
  • Candidate’s response to pro-life question sheds light on true moral dilemma in society
  • Election letter was mean-spirited and not very Christian, Greenwood parishioner says
• Events Calendar
  • Special Religious Development family Mass is set for Nov. 25
  • Church damaged by tornado to be rededicated on Nov. 25
  • African Mass is Dec. 2 at St. Rita Church in Indianapolis
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Benedictine Sister Ann Janette Gettelfinger was a founding member of monastery in Beech Grove
• My Journey to God: He Wills You
• The Sunday Readings: Feast of Christ the King

November 30, 2012

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• Our New Shepherd: The Most Reverend Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R.
  • A note to our readers about this special issue
  • Archbishop’s mother says faith is cornerstone of Tobin family
  • New archbishop means refurbished bishop’s chair for cathedral
  • Siblings say big brother is great role model and mentor
  • ‘Rejoice in the Lord’ is Archbishop Tobin’s episcopal motto
  • Parish family says native son was instrumental in building community
  • Ring, pectoral cross and crosier are gifts from archdiocesan clergy
  • Archbishop Tobin served the poor and mended hearts in Rome
  • Seminarians in Rome enjoy meeting new archbishop
  • Photo spread: The gift of faith, the gift of family
  • Photo gallery: The life of Archbishop Tobin
  • Archbishop Tobin reflects on his coat of arms and its meaning
    • Description of the coat of arms of Archbishop Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R.
  • Archbishop Tobin was a ‘kitchen priest’ with fellow Redemptorists
  • The Redemptorists were founded in 1732 by St. Alphonsus Liguori
  • Now-closed Mount St. Alphonsus has a storied history
  • SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral has a storied history
  • New chasubles and dalmatics are created for Dec. 3 installation Mass
  • Installation liturgies will welcome Archbishop Tobin to archdiocese
  • Seating for installation Mass and Evening Prayer is by invitation only
  • The history of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis
  • Catechism Corner: What the Church teaches on bishops
  • Bishop selection process is thorough and strictly confidential
  • Bishops embrace education and faith formation
  • Open your hearts to receive God’s love and mercy, Archbishop Tobin says
  • Here are five fun facts about Archbishop Joseph W. Tobin
  • Reflections and insights from our new archbishop
    • Archbishop Tobin talks about ‘the gift of family’ in his own life
    • Archbishop Tobin reflects on his initial reaction to being appointed the next archbishop of Indianapolis
    • Archbishop Tobin reflects on the importance of a sense of humor to the spiritual life
    • Archbishop Tobin discusses his planned approach to leading the archdiocese in his first year
    • Archbishop Tobin offers his initial impressions about leading the Archdiocese of Indianapolis
    • Archbishop Tobin discusses leading an archdiocese that is increasingly becoming more multicultural
    • Archbishop Tobin talks about his fluency in five languages—English, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese—and his love of music
    • Archbishop Tobin talks about his passion for playing hockey
    • Archbishop Tobin shares his thoughts on his nearly 35 years of serving the Church since he was ordained a priest
    • Archbishop Tobin shares his thoughts on the role of lay women in the Church
    • Archbishop Tobin talks about the importance of Catholic education
    • Archbishop Tobin reflects on the importance of reaching out to teenagers and young adults influenced by a secular society
• Advent penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• Editorial: Advent - Preparing for Christmas
• From the Editor Emeritus: Year of Faith - What we believe about heaven
• Faith and Family: Looking back and looking forward in gratitude for the gift of life
• Be Our Guest: Jesus calls us to love one another, not to judge one another
• Letters to the Editor
  • Make contribution to Retirement Fund for Religious collection a priority during this giving season
  • Cardinal Dolan’s congratulatory message to president is unnecessary and sends wrong message, reader says
  • As people of faith, we must follow the Church and its truths to get to heaven
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Benedictine Father Simeon Daly was a librarian, auther and monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey
• My Journey to God: The Angel
• The Sunday Readings: First Sunday of Advent