Criterion E-Newsletter (January 29, 2016)

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January 29, 2016 issue

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Local stories:

Praying for every life: Local observances of Roe v. Wade decision raise voices for the voiceless
Pilgrims live out pro-life beliefs while stranded on turnpike
Evening Vigil for Life reflects ‘darkness’ and the call to be light
Religious liberty is among freedoms to be protected under proposed bill

Catholic Schools Week Supplement

Column: Give thanks for the amazing impact of Catholic schools
Unique process ‘enhances Catholic teaching,’ develops leadership skills
Veteran teacher embraces students and their differences
16 success stories of Catholic schools in 2016
Focus on Catholic faith and prayer guides teacher and her students
High school campus ministry programs help deepen students’ faith
Religion teacher hopes his approach will connect students with God
New program builds bridge between science and faith
Blessings abound as teacher creates special moments for students
Learning through play builds strong foundation for pre-K children
Space flight helps educator lead students to a new dimension
About our Catholic schools and how to afford them
Catholic Schools Map
Spiritual development of school staffs is key to achieving ultimate goal
Archbishop shares special bond and story with seniors
Faith and friendship mark senior’s education experience
Student savors the bonds with classmates and Christ
A father’s love of Providence leads to school’s new chapel
Catholic education: A gift that keeps giving through the generations
Thank you for your support: Value of Catholic schools to country and Church is indispensable, speaker says

Regular local features:

Rejoice in the Lord: Answering the call to be missionary disciples
- Alégrense en el Señor: La respuesta ante el llamado a ser discípulos misioneros
Editorial: Young people, thank you for your witness of faith
From the Editor Emeritus: Medieval Church - Debate over the powers of councils
Cornucopia: Terrorism exists closer to home than we may think
Emmaus Walk: In good times and bad, recognize God’s omnipresent image
Faith and Family: St. Benedict’s Rule has ancient wisdom about mercy for families
Reflection: A challenge to care more deeply about our ‘neighbors’ in Christ
Letters to the Editor
- No letters were printed this week
Events Calendar
- Mount St. Francis to offer Weekend of Peace for Women retreat on Feb. 12-14
- Archabbey Library sponsors gallery talk by artist of current exhibit on Feb. 6
- Notre Dame professor to give lecture at Marian University on Feb. 22
- Sisters of Providence schedule Lenten book study series on Feb. 13 and March 23
Obituaries
- General listing
My Journey to God: A prayerful woman, standing alone

Catholic News Service:

Foot-washing ritual not limited to men, Vatican says in new decree
March for Life marks 43rd anniversary of decision legalizing abortion
Pope asks mercy, pardon for ways Christians have harmed one another
The Sunday Readings: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Question Corner: Forgiveness is tied to repentance and seeking to avoid sins in the future

FaithAlive!

Clothing the naked can apply to more than material needs
Giving to those in need helps build up the kingdom of God here and now

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2016 Catholic Schools Week Supplement

Each year, the largest regular issue of The Criterion is always the one that contains our celebration of Catholic Schools Week. Go to our supplement to see more than a dozen stories about the teachers and students at our Catholic schools, as well as helpful maps and information guides to vouchers. All our stories--including the ability to print out the entire supplement--are available right away online. (Pages 1B-16B)
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Pilgrims live out pro-life beliefs while stranded on turnpike

Pro-life Catholics from across central and southern Indiana have travelled for many years to Washington to participate in the March for Life on the anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s 1973 Roe v. Wade that legalized abortion across the country. Two groups of March for Life participants from the archdiocese had the chance to put their pro-life principles to the test this year when their buses were stranded in Pennsylvania during a massive blizzard that struck the central Atlantic region in the hours after the pro-life event. (Page 1A)
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Web-only features

Photo Gallery: Local pro-life vigil, Mass and March

In Indianapolis, several hundred people gathered in SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral for Mass, followed by a several city-blocks march, as part of a local solemn observance of the 1973 Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton Supreme Court decisions legalizing abortion. An archdiocesan Vigil for Life held at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral in Indianapolis on the evening of Jan. 21, the night before the 43rd anniversary of the 1973 Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton Supreme Court decisions legalizing abortion.
See our photo gallery | Read our stories: March & Vigil

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