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November 2, 2018

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• A concert of caring: Notre Dame band members strike a chord with performance that connects generations
• Archbishop invites all to join him in prayer leading up to bishops’ meeting
• Nov. 10-11 is the annual United Catholic Appeal intention weekend in archdiocesan parishes
  • Miter Society members discuss ministries aided by appeal
• From Hollywood to sharing Scripture with Elvis: Mother Dolores Hart tells her vocation story
• ‘Rootedness’ has kept Lanesville parish growing for 175 years

• Vocations Supplement

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  • Benedictine sisters reflect on values promoted in order’s Rule
  • Seminarians set an inspiring example during a difficult time in the Church
  • ‘Being with the people’ is at the heart of priest’s ministry
  • Seminarian grows closer to the priesthood as he nurtures relationships
  • Carmelite nuns pray for the world ‘from the heart of the Church’
  • Providence sister follows God’s call from Taiwan to west central Indiana
  • Pope Francis and St. Francis join priest on his journey of joy
  • Deacon seeks to apply judicial experience to corrections ministry
  • Sister’s outreach adds joy to her life and others
• Christ the Cornerstone: We are all called to holiness, to be close to God
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Todos estamos llamados a la santidad, a estar cerca de Dios
• Editorial: Feasts celebrate the communion of saints
• It's All Good: Change your mindset, step out in faith and always trust in God
• Be Our Guest: Soul of America has been torn apart by evil of abortion, reader says
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Not all injustices in the world are equal
  • How do you vote? Reader notes challenges for today’s electorate
• Events Calendar
  • Pray for Our Bishops campaign set for Nov. 12-14
  • Archdiocesan ministry of consolation to offer holiday bereavement support
  • Sisters of Providence to offer teen volunteer program starting in December
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Psalm of Songs
• The Sunday Readings: Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time

November 9, 2018

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• ‘The integrity of their lives’: Demanding program of human formation shapes future priests amid Church crisis
  • Potential seminarians are thoroughly evaluated before their acceptance
  • Spheres of priestly formation are interrelated
  • Shocked by Church crisis, seminarians are more dedicated to priestly formation
  • The application process to become an archdiocesan seminarian
  • Monk who studied clergy sex abuse works in celibacy formation
  • Training programs help create safe ministry environments
• Annual archdiocesan event honors Mary by prayer, song and witness
• A reflection on the 40th anniversary of the bishops’ pastoral statement on persons with disabilities
  • Reflexión sobre el XL aniversario de la declaración pastoral de los obispos sobre las personas con discapacidades
• Couple ‘fiddles’ around the country thanks to their love of music
• Christ the Cornerstone: Bishops obliged to make ‘real changes’ amid crisis
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Los obispos tienen la obligación de hacer ‘cambios reales’ en medio de la crisis
• Editorial: Pastoral statement on persons with disabilities marks 40 years
• Our Works of Charity: True Christian charity points not to us, but to Christ
• Twenty Something: Strangers help to see the best at the worst of times
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • St. Luke the Evangelist Parish planning pilgrimage weekend on Dec. 10-11
  • St. Lawrence Parish to host workshop on the Gospel of Luke on Nov. 17
  • Author to sell, sign copies of book that helps kids move to Christmas’ true meaning
  • Sisters of Providence to host Christmas Fun at the Woods on Dec. 1
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: The Sound of Silence is Heard
• The Sunday Readings: Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time

November 16, 2018

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• ‘The love of conviction’: Challenged to ‘make noise,’ teenagers also make a statement about their faith
• Four residences in Archdiocese of Indianapolis base their care of seniors on Catholic values
  • St. Paul Hermitage: ‘A place where they can grow socially and spiritually’
  • Providence Health Care: ‘Healing for mind, body and soul’
  • Guerin Woods: focus on ‘quality of life, not just care’
  • St. Augustine Home: Caring for ‘those society turns away’
  • Director offers advice on selecting a senior care facility
  • Terminology and resources for seniors and their caregivers
• Spirit of Service nominations and volunteers for Christmas Store needed
• From the Archives: Statue blessing at St. Leonard of Port Maurice
• Christ the Cornerstone: Gratitude list helps us remember God’s blessings
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Una lista de agradecimiento nos ayuda a recordar las bendiciones de Dios
• Editorial: Cling to prayer in response to life’s ongoing challenges
• Worship and Evangelization Outreach: With new changes, Fatima is still a place to be with God
• That All May Be One: As followers of Christ, we are called to a radical love of all
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Priest’s ministry goes beyond parishes cited in Criterion article
  • Reader: Vocations Supplement should include stories on sacred single life and marriage
• Events Calendar
  • Give the gift of time with God this Christmas with retreat gift certificates
  • Two events planned on first weekend of Advent in Indianapolis North Deanery
  • Thanksgiving Day run/walk to benefit Becky’s Place in Bloomington
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Lift Up Your Hearts
• The Sunday Readings: Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time

November 23, 2018

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• ‘God was always there’: Caregivers say ‘faith was part of the journey’
  • Caregivers offer advice for families dealing with Alzheimer’s
  • Definitions, resources—and saints!—for Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers
  • Dementia/Alzheimer’s disease and caregivers by the numbers
• Indianapolis to host SEEK2019 on Jan. 3-7
• Statue honors Bishop Bruté in church he dedicated in 1838
• Seniors help lead Cathedral to state championship in soccer
• Cathedral senior gives thanks while winning state cross country title
• Advent penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• From the Archives: Episcopal ordination in Rome
• Don’t be ‘silent’ about your Christmas song; tell us why it’s your favorite
• Christ the Cornerstone: Feast reminds us that our king is not of this world
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El ayuno nos recuerda que nuestro rey no es de este mundo
• The Face of Mercy: Saints witness to Jesus, offer example to us
  • El rostro de la misericordia: Los santos: testimonio de Jesús y nuestro ejemplo
• Editorial: Divisions in the Church seem to be getting worse
• Cornucopia: In thanksgiving for the ‘cornucopia’ of life
• Emmaus Walk: Maybe this helps me remember to count my blessings
• Investing with Faith: ‘An Evening of Lights’ will celebrate loved ones’ legacies
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader: Priest’s response could have encouraged printed versions of homilies for parishioners
• Events Calendar
  • Personal reflection days to be offered at two retreat centers in archdiocese
  • Nov. 29 Bloomington fundraiser seeks to help college students who choose life
  • Archdiocesan Black Catholic Ministry to host African Mass at St. Rita on Dec. 2
  • St. Thomas Aquinas to host Advent evening of prayer and teaching on Dec. 5
  • Christmas sale, open house planned at Shop INN-Spired in Beech Grove on Dec. 1
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Thank You
• The Sunday Readings: Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

November 30, 2018

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• On the comeback trail: Catholic couple and former homeless man make strides to change lives on the street
• Parishes to host Our Lady of Guadalupe celebrations
• Advent penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• Don’t be ‘silent’ about your Christmas song; tell us why it’s your favorite

• Evangelization Supplement:

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  • Column: Evangelization as a commission of love
  • Workshop identifies evangelization as ‘Church’s identity,’ explains process
  • Christmas video and door-to-door outreach capture heart of parish evangelization efforts: ‘We welcome you’
  • Abuse crisis is a moment for the Church to share the Gospel in challenging times
  • Pastors speak on role of priests, parish teams in evangelization
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• Christ the Cornerstone: Waiting in joyful hope for the one who brings us Good News
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Esperamos jubilosos a aquel que nos trae la Buena Nueva
• Editorial: It’s time to address the problem of clericalism
• Faith and Family: Humility helps parents see their children as prophets of God
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader is appreciative of retiring columnist’s wit, wisdom and humor
• Events Calendar
  • Opportunity for SEEK2019 attendees to meet with others from archdiocese
  • Advent Lessons and Carols services offered in St. Meinrad on Dec. 9 and Brazil on Dec. 14
  • Longest Night service to be held at Saint Meinrad on Dec. 15
  • Becky’s Place Christmas open house planned in Bedford on Dec. 4
  • Black Catholic Women’s Advent Day of Reflection scheduled for Dec. 8
  • Advent gathering planned at Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality on Dec. 15
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Loss of a Loved One
• The Sunday Readings: First Sunday of Advent