Criterion E-Newsletter (January 24, 2014)

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January 24, 2014 issue

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Local stories:

Building bridges: Archbishop Tobin leads prayer service for Christian unity at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral
‘The Light is On for You:’ Confession will be available across archdiocese on April 2
Judiciary Committee hears testimony on HJR3 to ban same-sex ‘marriage’
If you’ve returned to the Church, we want to hear from you

Catholic Schools Week Supplement

Column: Catholic schools set standard of success, creating communities of faith, knowledge and service
‘Highly effective’ program helps school form students into leaders
‘Catholic schools are filled with love,’ says mother of child with diabetes
A foundation of faith: Family continues to share the gift of a Catholic education
Mom-teacher shares her list for the choice of a Catholic education
Technology in Catholic high schools ‘makes things a lot easier’
Teachers: The heart and soul of Catholic education
Vouchers, scholarships have had positive impact on Catholic schools
Story shows Catholic educators living the call of Pope Francis with ‘consistency’
How Can I Possible Afford Catholic School? Understanding Tax Credit Scholarships and Indiana School Vouchers
- What Am I Elible For?
Catholic Schools Map
Grant enables school to implement engineering, technology program
Archdiocesan schools continue to excel on standardized testing in Indiana
Focus on seeing Christ in others guides anti-bullying efforts
2013-14 facts about Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis
Archbishop’s blessing, Dr. Seuss’ words mark special library dedication
Dad’s commitment reflects the value of school volunteers

Regular local features:

Editorial: Now polygamy seems acceptable
From the Editor Emeritus: Old Testament - Abram migrates to Canaan
Cornucopia: Joy should be the name of our Christian game—each and every day
Letters to the Editor
- Let your representative and senator know that you support traditional marriage
- State’s actions will not affect sacramentality of marriage in Catholic Church, reader says
Events Calendar
- Gabriel Project hosting two free dinners in Indianapolis with ‘Abby Johnson of Indiana’
- Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat for post-abortion healing set for March 21-23
Obituaries
- General listing
My Journey to God: The Strength of the Mustard Seed

Catholic News Service:

Vatican confirms Obama will visit pope in March
Court takes up whether buffer zone excessively limits free speech
Filipino figure skater who can’t always afford coach turns to prayer
Pope: Persecuted Christians must hunker down, hold tight to God, hope
Pew study shows increase in hostility toward religion around globe
The cost of sainthood: Cardinal overseeing causes announces plan to contain fees
Column: The death of ‘pro-choice’
Column: Picking your battles and causes and making a difference
Column: Developing a perspective inclusive of all
The Sunday Readings: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
Question Corner: People can join their hardships to Christ’s suffering to further his redeeming work

FaithAlive!

Prayer is a response to God first seeking us out in love
Jesus showed that private and communal prayer are both essential

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Archbishop Tobin leads prayer service for Christian unity at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral

Leaders of Christian communities across Indiana gathered on Jan. 19 with Archbishop Joseph W. Tobin in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel of SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral in Indianapolis to pray together at the start of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. The leaders, along with members of the congregation in attendance, sang hymns, listened to Scripture readings, offered prayers and gave thanks for the spiritual gifts with which God has blessed each of the communities. They also listened to a homily offered by Archbishop Tobin. (Page 1)
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Catholic Schools Week Supplement

Each year, the last issue of The Criterion in January features a large supplement dedicated to Catholic Schools Week. This year, our 16-page special supplement is filled with news stories from the Catholic schools of the archdiocese, as well as a school map, a message from the executive director of Catholic education and two full pages of information about the voucher program. Get access to the entire supplement below. (Pages 1B-16B)
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Web-only features

See photos from the local observance of Roe v. Wade and listen to Archbishop Tobin's homily

January 22 marked the 41st anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court decision which legalized abortion in the United States. A solemn local observance took place at noon on that day at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral in Indianapolis. Archbishop Joseph W. Tobin celebrated a Mass, which was followed by a procession down Meridian Street.
See the photo gallery | Listen to the homily

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