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January

January 12, 2018

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• ‘Our family is complete with him’: Couple reaches across ocean, boundaries to give a child with a disability a home
• Family influences shape honorees who strive to build community with their Catholic values
  • ‘Jeopardy!’ champion will speak at 22nd annual Celebrating Catholic School Values program
  • Award winner leads outreach embraced by men’s club, parish
  • Honored couple build a life of caring on foundation of faith, family
• Johnson will speak at inaugural Indiana March for Life on Jan. 22
• Legislative session is expected to be ‘fast and furious’
• Sisters of Providence celebrate milestone jubilees
• Fraternus teaches young men Catholic masculinity
• From the Archives: Knights of Columbus in Bloomington
• Official Appointments
• Christ the Cornerstone: Nonviolence only way to peace, racial harmony
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La no violencia es el único camino a la paz y la armonía racial
• Editorial: We need more immigrants
• From the Editor Emeritus: Sister Blandina Seagle’s exploits in the Old West
• It's All Good: The ‘meantime’ is all we’ve got, be thankful to God for it
• Our Works of Charity: Embrace a journey of service, ring in 2018 with joy, hope and love
• Twenty Something: On cracked knuckles and self-care: a resolution for 2018
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • NCYC attendee says gathering offers inspiration for young Catholics
• Events Calendar
  • Exhibit of dimensional art on display at Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library Gallery
  • Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center to host Girls Night Out on Jan. 26
  • Marian University to host nationally known pro-life speaker on Jan. 17
  • National Federation of Priests’ Council to hold convocation in Chicago in April
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Adelaide Ortegel served in Catholic schools for 45 years
  • Providence Sister Margaret Ann Wilson ministered in Catholic education, health care
• My Journey to God: Open Our Hearts
• The Sunday Readings: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 19, 2018

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• Holy hours for vocations in deaneries offer opportunity to pray for those discerning God’s call
  • Holy Hours for Vocations
• Director is hopeful, realistic about immigration reform efforts
• Payday lending bill makes practice more equitable for borrowers, says ICC
• Plan a private retreat for 2018 at one of three retreat centers in the archdiocese
• Annual E6 Catholic Men’s Conference set for Feb. 24
• Indiana Catholic Women’s Conference set for March 10
• From the Archives: St. John the Baptist School dedication
• Christ the Cornerstone: Human life should be respected, protected in all circumstances
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: En todas las circunstancias se debe respetar y proteger la vida humana
• The Face of Mercy: Pope Francis says death penalty is contrary to Gospel
  • El rostro de la misericordia: El papa Francisco afirma que la pena de muerte es contraria al Evangelio
• Editorial: Peace, justice, love: All gifts from God
• From the Editor Emeritus: Willa Cather’s portrayal of Archbishop Lamy of Santa Fe
• Worship and Evangelization Outreach: An opportunity lost, a lesson learned
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • Archdiocesan Black Catholic Ministry to host young adult event on Feb. 5
  • Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center to offer retreat on Ignatian spirituality
  • Mission 27 Resale offers weekly senior discount, funds vital projects
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Wilhelmina Burkemper served as an educator for 49 years
• My Journey to God: Soft Landings
• The Sunday Readings: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 26, 2018

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• ‘A powerful thing’: Inaugural Indiana March for Life shows pro-life movement ‘is alive and well’
  • Mass attracts 1,000 to give witness to the dignity, sanctity of life
  • Speakers from all walks of life inspire crowd at Indiana March for Life
• Margaret Nelson remembered for her writing and service to others in life and the Church
• New school presidents named for Providence Cristo Rey, Brebeuf
• Panel passes nutrition eligibility plan for reformed drug felons
• Bishop Robert Barron: A worthy successor to Archbishop Sheen
• From the Archives: St. Vincent School of Nursing

• Catholic Schools Week Supplement

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  • Catholic schools are our shared inheritance and opportunity
  • Catholic schools prepare ‘problem solvers’ bound by faith
  • STEM plants roots of ‘cool’ learning in New Albany Deanery
  • Students ‘dig’ discovering new ways to see the world
  • ‘Team Jesus’ approach proves to be a big hit for school
  • High schools build up relationships with nearby parish schools
  • ‘We were being what Jesus wants us to be,’ Seton High School senior says
  • ‘A dream come true’ connects school community
  • ‘My class is just like a family’
  • Bond of faith draws two schools together during disaster
  • ‘Catholic education has become fundamental to my life,’ student says
  • Column: Research reveals the lasting influence of Catholic education
  • Educator sets high expectations for students—and herself
  • Generations build on each other’s work to make saints and scholars
  • Latino Outreach Initiative helps schools invite, support Latino families
  • Cherished note reveals the power of a teacher’s encouragement
  • St. Lawrence pre-K program reaches out to peripheries near and far
  • Helping children make a connection with God guides teacher
  • What makes a Catholic school special
  • How can we afford Catholic school?
  • Catholic Schools Map
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• Christ the Cornerstone: Solidarity with migrants, refugees, and strangers among us
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Solidaridad con los inmigrantes, los refugiados y los extranjeros entre nosotros
• Editorial: When it comes to life, let us heed faith leaders’ words
• From the Editor Emeritus: Black Catholics in U.S. history: This week, Pierre Toussaint
• Cornucopia: ‘Yesh!’ What joys God has ready for us now and in eternal life
• That All May Be One: Directory on Ecumenism seeks to guide us on journey to unity
• Faith and Family: Coaching gives new perspective on parenting
• Investing with Faith: Share hope in New Year and beyond with endowment giving
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Editorial about immigration misinforms newspaper’s readers
  • Column spurs reader to share ties with late Santa Fe archbishop
  • Sister Segale’s last name is misspelled in Jan. 12 issue of The Criterion
  • Columns show ministry coordinators in action, promote awareness of Church
• Events Calendar
  • Alveda King to speak at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish in Richmond on Feb. 3
  • Indiana Holy Family Catholic Conference set for Feb. 24 at Kokomo High School
  • Retrouvaille retreat for marriages in crisis set for Feb. 23-25 in Indianapolis
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Wilhelmina Burkemper served as an educator for 49 years
• My Journey to God: Unborn Apology
• The Sunday Readings: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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February

February 2, 2018

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• Archbishop Buechlein’s life always pointed to Christ and the Church
  • Letter of Condolence from the Holy Father
  • Coverage of Archbishop Emeritus Buechlein’s funeral will be in Feb. 9 issue
  • Archbishop Buechlein was ‘grounded in true love for the poor’
  • Archbishop reached out to the faithful through his columns
  • Archbishop left a legacy of witness and work, says Bishop Coyne
  • Creativity marked archbishop’s commitment to Catholic education
  • ‘The highest compliment I give him is I quote him,’ says Marian’s president
  • Love of priesthood led Archbishop Buechlein to be daring in promoting it
  • Archbishop’s focus on evangelization showed in commitment to The Criterion
  • Letters reveal the personal touch of Archbishop Buechlein
  • Archbishop Buechlein played significant role in renewal of catechesis in U.S.
  • Archbishop Buechlein nurtured stewardship as part of the life of faith
  • Photos: Seek the Face of the Lord
  • Timeline of Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein's life: A shepherd committed to ‘seeking the face of the Lord’
  • Photos: The joy of serving the Lord and his people
• Photos: Pro-life advocates in Brazil mark Roe v. Wade anniversary
• New loan product preys on low-income persons
• Christ the Cornerstone: Drug abuse threatens human life, dignity and families
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La drogadicción es una amenaza para la vida y la dignidad humana
• Editorial: We must back away from the threat of nuclear war
• From the Editor Emeritus: Black Catholics in U.S. history: This week, Mary Lange
• It's All Good: Love connects Ash Wednesday, Valentine’s Day this year
• Emmaus Walk: Speaker’s powerful experience helps students embrace message of faith
• Reflection: Archbishop Buechlein: a teacher, a leader, a friend
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • Feb. 9 marks first in a series of pro-life films and discussions
  • Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Indianapolis to offer 8-Day Festival of Prayer
  • Catholic Charities in Bloomington to host Valentine Open House on Feb. 7
  • Sisters of Providence to host ‘Learning to Talk across the Divides’ workshop
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Wilhelmina Burkemper served as an educator for 49 years
• My Journey to God: Two Prayers
• The Sunday Readings: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

February 9, 2018

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• ‘All of you helped him seek the face of the Lord’
  • Archbishop Buechlein’s faith, influence celebrated in liturgy
  • Photos: The Church in central and southern Indiana says goodbye to Archbishop Emeritus Daniel M. Buechlein
  • Symbolic rituals accompany burial of archbishop at Saint Meinrad
  • Religious sisters remember archbishop’s help and support
  • The final resting places of our bishops
• Abortion regulation bill passes Senate, moves to House
• Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
  • Lenten disciplines include fasting, almsgiving, prayer
  • Catechism Corner
• From the Archives: St. Mary Magdalene Church
• Christ the Cornerstone: Abuse of environment threatens human life, dignity
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El maltrato al medioambiente es una amenaza para la vida y la dignidad humana
• Editorial: Pope Francis and living out our ‘40-day’ Lenten journey
• From the Editor Emeritus: Black Catholics in U.S. history: This week, Augustus Tolton
• Cornucopia: The nature of God and his eternal love is all we need to know about love
• Our Works of Charity: Our moral obligation to change the future for our children and families
• Twenty Something: Waltzing on ice: on crisis and community
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader: Staffers did excellent job covering inaugural March for Life
  • Politicizing faith does nothing to lead people to Jesus Christ, reader says
• Events Calendar
  • Sisters of Providence to host winter used book sale on Feb. 17-19
  • Benedict Inn to offer ‘De-clutter Your Life for Lent’ retreat on Ash Wednesday
  • St. Lawrence Parish in Indianapolis to offer Lenten program on Feb. 28
  • Dr. Edward Sri to speak at St. Paul Catholic Center in Bloomington on Feb. 28
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Carolyn Etienne, 82, mother of Archbishop Paul D. and Benedictine Sister Nicolette Etienne, died on Jan. 28
  • Franciscan Sister Adele Zahn served at Marian University for 55 years
• My Journey to God: A Light in the Fog
• The Sunday Readings: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

February 16, 2018

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• Pastoral letter focuses on issues of human dignity
  • We are One in Christ: A Pastoral Letter on Fundamentals of Christian Anthropology
  • Somos Uno con Jesucristo: Carta pastoral sobre los fundamentos de la antropología cristiana
• Bill to expand IVF across state lines advances in House
• Deacon Donald Dearman was first black permanent deacon in archdiocese
• Krieg Brothers finds new location after nearly six decades
• Holy Rosary Parish to sponsor first men’s conference on March 17
  • Lenten speaker series on hiatus
• Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• From the Archives: Church dedication committee in Terre Haute
• Christ the Cornerstone: Lenten season is a time of repentance and renewal
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La Cuaresma es una época de arrepentimiento y renovación
• The Face of Mercy: Pope Francis says sin separates us from God and each other
  • El rostro de la misericordia: El papa Francisco señala que el pecado nos separa de Dios y del prójimo
• Editorial: Finding healing, hope in the person of Jesus Christ
• From the Editor Emeritus: Black Catholics in U.S. history: This week, Henriette Delille
• That All May Be One: Building bridges is goal of interreligious relationships, dialogue
• Worship and Evangelization Outreach: Encountering God in the silence
• Reflection: Valentine’s Day falling on Ash Wednesday offered a chance to deepen our view on love
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Offer help, talk about, and make a difference in fighting drug abuse epidemic
• Events Calendar
  • Retrouvaille weekend for struggling marriages set for Feb. 23-25 in Indianapolis
  • Batesville Deanery offers ‘A Lenten Night of Worship’ on Feb. 25
  • Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat for Healing After Abortion set for March 9-11
  • Saint Meinrad will host Black History Lecture on Feb. 27
  • Catholic Charities Indianapolis ‘Reverse Raffle & Big 30’ scheduled for Feb. 24
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Seeds and Ashes
• The Sunday Readings: First Sunday of Lent

February 23, 2018

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• At the edge of heartbreak and hope: God’s love guides doctor helping refugees after years of caring for the poor in Africa
• Scecina Women’s Circle shows philanthropic impact of women
• Hearing on sex education ‘opt in’ bill is held in House
• Wedding Announcements
  • Pre Cana Conference, Tobit Weekend and One in Christ programs prepare engaged couples for marriage
  • All ages welcome on archdiocesan pilgrimage to Ireland for 2018 World Meeting of Families
• Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• From the Archives: Catholic Scouting awards
• Christ the Cornerstone: Lenten season is a time to intensify our prayer
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La Cuaresma es una época para intensificar la oración
• Editorial: As a nation, let’s find ‘the courage to stand up’ and protect our children
• From the Editor Emeritus: Black Catholics in U.S. history: This week, Norman Francis
• Cornucopia: Looking back, the good old days were good when they weren’t bad
• Emmaus Walk: Uneasiness about surgery leads to episode showing God’s providence
• Faith and Family: Let Lent be a time for families to walk the path of vocations
• Investing with Faith: Optimize your legacy giving for the new tax law
• Reflection: Our own gold medal moments
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • Men invited to Lenten Prayer Breakfast on March 3 at St. Joan of Arc Parish
  • March 5 marks first in series of talks on Flame of Love Movement
  • New Albany Deanery Catholic Youth Ministries accepting fellowship applications through March 7
  • Cardinal Ritter Birthplace Foundation to host Lecture and Irish Coffee Night in New Albany on March 15
  • Princess and pirate fundraiser on March 4 will help Batesville Deanery parishes’ mission ministry
  • Ignatian Silent Lenten Retreat for Women held in Greenfield on March 17
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Our Father’s Love
• The Sunday Readings: Second Sunday of Lent

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March

March 2, 2018

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• Catholic education is a ‘most valuable gift of the Church’ to the world, speaker says
  • Love of faith, spirit of caring are evident in 2018 CCSV award winners
• Bill to recognize fetus as person in homicides clears panel
• Can axe-throwing Man Tour hit target of leading young men to Church?
• Grants help lay parish and school leaders remain in ministry
• Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• Scholarships awarded from international mission work fund
• From the Archives: Church dedication in Scottsburg
• Christ the Cornerstone: Lent and fasting for a healthy mind, body and spirit
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La Cuaresma y el ayuno para la salud de la mente, el cuerpo y el espíritu
• Editorial: Sexual harassment of women
• From the Editor Emeritus: St. Katharine Drexel dedicated her religious life to minorities
• It's All Good: Fill your heart with what’s important, be done with all the rest
• Reflection: Rev. Billy Graham and Pope John Paul II were ‘kindred souls’
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Archbishop Buechlein’s prayers, presence at Indy 500 always touched many people
  • Archbishop Thompson’s pastoral reminds us of call to welcome immigrants, refugees
• Events Calendar
  • St. Bartholomew Church to present Lenten Choral Concert on March 10
  • Archbishop Thompson to address Catholic Business Exchange on March 16
  • Sisters of Providence to host ‘Meet the Sisters’ meals on March 8-14
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Benedictine Sister Emily Emmert served in several schools in the archdiocese
  • Franciscan Sister Geraldine Power ministered in Catholic education for many years
• My Journey to God: A Gospel Truth
• The Sunday Readings: Third Sunday of Lent

March 9, 2018

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• ‘Full of hope’: Men at conference challenged, encouraged to go forth, transform others through faith
• Dreamers in Indianapolis relay wish to help ‘whole country’ on ‘Catholic Day of Action’
• Bill to regulate Indiana abortion industry passes House
• ‘Hidden jewel’ Saint Mary-of-the-Woods is now a national landmark
• Chocolate cake offers a taste of Lenten debate
• Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• From the Archives: Emmaus Choir at St. Rita Parish
• Christ the Cornerstone: Lent, a time for giving without sadness, compulsion
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La Cuaresma en una época para dar, pero no de mala gana o por obligación
• Editorial: Five years later, papal surprises continue
• From the Editor Emeritus: Women’s History Month: Lena Edwards promoted natural childbirth
• Cornucopia: In our lives, let’s not forget the importance of memory
• Our Works of Charity: Living our mission, building community at the heart of who we are
• Twenty Something: ‘I sold them life’: learning from the Angel of The Gap
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • As a society, we must tackle underlying causes of tragic incidents
  • Reader: Beyond prayers, we need steps by lawmakers to address tragic shootings
• Events Calendar
  • Sisters of Providence to host retreat of discernment on weekend of April 6-8
  • Easter Egg 5K Run/Walk to benefit Indy Society of St. Vincent de Paul
  • National Players to perform two plays at Saint Meinrad on March 16 and 17
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Come to the Well
• The Sunday Readings: Fourth Sunday of Lent

March 16, 2018

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• A new life in Christ: Women embrace fresh start of joy, peace as archbishop shares sacraments at prison
• Growing IU campus ministry initiatives help to strengthen the faith of Millennials
  • FOCUS missionaries help spur growth of campus ministry at IU
• Bill to restore access to licenses for ‘Dreamers’ passes House
• Two new pastoral ministry offices are ‘united in service and mission’
  • ‘God prepared me for this,’ says coordinator for new Office of Human Life and Dignity
• Smiles, selfies and diversity on display as archbishop visits St. Paul Catholic Center in Bloomington
• Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
  • How to make a good confession
• From the Archives: Wedding at Most Precious Blood Church in New Middleton
• Annual medical conference to be held at Marian University on April 13-14
• Sister My Houng Pham transfers vows to Sisters of Providence congregation
• Catholics may eat meat on March 16, the Friday before St. Patrick’s Day
• Christ the Cornerstone: Say ‘yes’ to God’s will and a life of blessings
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Digamos ‘sí’ a la voluntad de Dios y a una vida de bendiciones
• The Face of Mercy: Pope Francis speaks out against ‘fake news’
  • El rostro de la misericordia: El papa Francisco se pronuncia en contra de las ‘noticias falsas’
• Editorial: With faith, let’s bring light into the midst of darkness
• From the Editor Emeritus: Sister Thea Bowman spoke to and for other African-Americans
• That All May Be One: Improved Christian unity still does not include sharing in sacraments
• Worship and Evangelization Outreach: Spiritual direction: Having a ‘soul friend’ on our journey to God
• Be Our Guest: National Safe Haven Alliance aims to help birth mothers, newborns
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Bring Golden Rule discussion back into our classrooms
  • Reader: We should help Dreamers obtain U.S. citizenship
• Events Calendar
  • ‘Catholics Returning Home’ to be offered at SS. Francis and Clare of Assisi in April
  • Holy Angels and the former St. Bridget schools looking for alumni for June reunion
  • St. Mary Parish in Greensburg to offer bereavement support group in April
  • Prayer experience planned at St. Matthew the Apostle Parish on March 25
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Delicate Wings
• The Sunday Readings: Fifth Sunday of Lent

March 23, 2018

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• ‘How fortunate we are to have God’: Still going to Mass in Fortville at 109, devout Mary Weir is the ‘joy of the parish’
• ICC priority bills pass in final hours of General Assembly
• Spirit of Service winners create beauty from brokenness
  • Former Colt Joe Reitz to speak at Spirit of Service Awards dinner
  • Rita Kriech combines caring and commitment for her extended ‘family’
  • Paul Hnin builds bridges of unity between refugees and their new home
  • Heartbreak and hope shape Michael Patchner’s focus on families
• Easter liturgies are set at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral and Saint Meinrad Archabbey
• Father Paul Evard served as a missionary in South America
• 40 Days for Life closing ceremonies set for March 25 in Bloomington, Indy
• A Promise to Keep mentors honored for giving ‘great witness’
• Changing Lives Forever offers ‘hand up, not hand out’
• Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• Divine Mercy Sunday services will be celebrated on April 8
• From the Archives: Altar Server Investiture Ceremony at St. Matthew
• Christ the Cornerstone: The Lord’s passion and death prepare the way for Easter
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La pasión y muerte del Señor preparan el camino para la Pascua
• Editorial: Sister Jean offers example for young and old alike
• From the Editor Emeritus: Sr. Madeleva was called ‘the most renowned nun in the world’
• Cornucopia: Let’s make time to pray, no matter how we are comfortable doing it
• Emmaus Walk: How have you experienced the resurrection? We all need to
• Investing with Faith: Spiritual counselors are just as important as financial ones
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • St. Vincent de Paul to host spring boutique and blood drive in Indianapolis on April 7
  • National competition encourages youths to express faith through art, poetry, prose
  • Conference for anniversary of ‘Humanae Vitae’ set for July 6-7 in Cincinnati
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Martha Steidl served on Saint Mary-of-the-Woods music faculty
• My Journey to God: Stay
• The Sunday Readings: Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord

March 30, 2018

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• An Easter greeting from Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
  • Mensaje de Pascua del Arzobispo Charles C. Thompson
• Priest’s commitment to schools earns national honor
• St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities to honor former council members at gala
• Guide to assist parishes, individuals in studying pastoral letter
• Student play brings Shelbyville parish’s history to life
• Dialogue seeks to unite churches as ‘the One Body of Christ’
• From the Archives: Solemn Communion Class at St. Andrew Parish in Richmond
• Christ the Cornerstone: Easter joy is born anew through the Resurrection
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La alegría de la Pascua renace con la Resurrección
• Editorial: Why Jesus died for us
• From the Editor Emeritus: Patty Crowley was most important lay woman of her time
• Faith and Family: Stay close to Mary in the ups and downs of parenthood
• Be Our Guest: Grace offered on Divine Mercy Sunday is a beautiful gift from Christ
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Fish Fry Fiestas build community with good food, faith and fellowship
  • Column on Sister Madeleva shows depth of her vocation, reader says
• Events Calendar
  • Pregnancy Care Center of SE Indiana to host annual life walk on April 21
  • Catholic Charities Bloomington to host annual breakfast on April 11
  • Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend planned in Indianapolis on April 27-29
  • Lou Holtz to speak at Celebration of Life banquet in Indianapolis on April 12
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Teclas Jaehnen ministered in Catholic education and photography
• My Journey to God: The Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ (haiku)
• The Sunday Readings: Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord

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April

April 6, 2018

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• Shared legacies of King, Kennedy show the ‘power of a single person’
  • Kennedy’s speech: A call for love, wisdom and compassion
  • St. Rita parishioner recalls interactions with late civil rights leader
• ‘God is the reason’: Pacers star soars through life with a joy and passion that drives his game, his faith
• NCEA honors Elcesser for work in promoting school choice
• Priests renew promises, oils blessed during annual chrism Mass
• Center offers pregnancy tests, ultrasounds and unconditional love
• Youth theater group in Greenwood to perform Pirates of Penzance
• From the Archives: Christmas volleyball tournament at St. Paul Parish, Tell City
• Christ the Cornerstone: Love and radical mercy are the fruits of Easter joy
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El amor y la misericordia son los frutos de la alegría de la Pascua
• Editorial: Pope’s encounter with boy shows God’s love in our fractured world
• From the Editor Emeritus: Trying to find the Hasler Hotel in Rome: a comedy skit
• It's All Good: Remember, God loves us despite the messiness in our lives
• Be Our Guest: Colton Murray: A case for life
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Elders inspire faith, Criterion reader says
• Events Calendar
  • Applications for ‘Queen and Divine Mercy’ grant will be accepted through May 10
  • Philosophy professor to speak on prayer at Saint Meinrad’s Thomas Lecture
  • Catholics Returning Home to be offered at St. Mark Parish starting on April 17
  • St. Augustine Guild to host luncheon, style show and silent auction on May 2
  • New Albany Catholic Youth Ministries hosts overnight retreat for middle school students
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Conventual Franciscan Brother Bob Baxter served in retreat ministry and education
  • Franciscan Sister Millie Speed served as an educator, missionary to the Navajo
• My Journey to God: The Child/The Savior
• The Sunday Readings: Divine Mercy Sunday

April 13, 2018

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• Annual women’s conference proves good ‘for the health of the family’
  • Highlights from talks at Indiana Catholic Women’s Conference
  • Participants reflect on impact of Indiana Catholic Women’s Conference
• Solar panels offer unique model of stewardship
• New outreach, website helps address challenges of pornography
• ‘I found who I am’: St. Barnabas teen grows through mission experience
• From the Archives: Musicale at Holy Name Parish
• Christ the Cornerstone: Seeing and touching Jesus in the fullness of Easter joy
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Ver y tocar a Jesús en la plenitud de la alegría de la Pascua
• Editorial: Listen to young people
• From the Editor Emeritus: Reminiscing about my first trip overseas in 1971
• Cornucopia: Hang on to the current fad—it just may be important
• Our Works of Charity: Gift of the resurrection enables us to pour out hope onto others
• Twenty Something: The art of slow living: when calligraphy becomes prayer
• Reflection: Who were those disciples on the road to Emmaus?
• Be Our Guest: Are we about the resurrection?
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • Disabilities awareness Mass planned for April 29 at St. Mark Church in Indy
  • Holy Cross to host drug awareness event and Narcan training on April 19
  • Great Lakes Gabriel Project to host two fundraising events in Indianapolis in April
  • Vox Sacra is auditioning for a bass singer
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Sound
• The Sunday Readings: Third Sunday of Easter

April 20, 2018

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• A journey of healing: Unlikely companions cross the Camino, traveling from brokenness to brotherhood
• Msgr. Stumpf to lead pilgrimage to shrines in France this fall
• Century-old Holy Trinity bells find new home at St. Malachy
• New culinary training program hopes to transform the lives of women
• From the Archives: New church construction in Mitchell
• Christ the Cornerstone: The Good Shepherd lays down his life for us
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El Buen Pastor da la vida por nosotros
• The Face of Mercy: The Lord’s Prayer brings us closer to Holy Trinity
  • El rostro de la misericordia: El Padre Nuestro nos acerca más a la Santísima Trinidad
• Editorial: Does hell exist? What about heaven?
• From the Editor Emeritus: A harrowing plane ride to Buenos Aires back in 1974
• That All May Be One: 2018 Interfaith Ambassadors build bridges with dialogue
• Worship and Evangelization Outreach: ‘Be not afraid’ to evangelize, welcome those fallen away
• Investing with Faith: Let spring inspire your spirit as well as your senses
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • Right to Life of Indianapolis to host day of prayer and protest on April 28
  • Pilgrimages honoring the Blessed Mother to be held Sundays in May in St. Meinrad
  • K of C golf outing on May 14 to benefit Pregnancy Care Center in Lawrenceburg
  • Sidewalk Advocates of Indianapolis to host training seminar on May 5
  • Program matches seniors age 55 and older with volunteer opportunities
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Follow Me
• The Sunday Readings: Fourth Sunday of Easter

April 27, 2018

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• From the heart: Award-winning teacher sets the ‘God’ standard, hoping to help her students become saints
  • Finalists for teaching honor come from throughout the archdiocese
• Connected in the Spirit decisions for New Albany, Tell City deaneries are announced
  • Summary: Connected in the Spirit decisions for the New Albany and Tell City deaneries
  • Decree: Most Precious Blood of Jesus, New Middleton
  • Decree: St. Martin of Tours, Siberia
  • Decree: St. Peter, Elizabeth
• Faced with possible deportation, mother of two turns for support to the Church community she calls home
• More than 1,000 students to graduate from area Catholic colleges
• Oldenburg Academy dean recognized with national award in education
• CASA volunteers work to change lives of vulnerable children
• From the Archives: Parishioners at Sacred Heart in Jeffersonville
• Christ the Cornerstone: Christ is the vine, we are the branches, bearing fruit together
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Cristo es la vid, nosotros los sarmientos y juntos damos fruto
• Editorial: Pope Francis tells us how to get to heaven
• From the Editor Emeritus: An adventure during our trip to Expo ’67 in Montreal
• Emmaus Walk: What’s the most embarrassing thing that’s ever happened to you?
• Faith and Family: Taking a trip to heaven on spring break
• Perspective: Monks’ weekend retreat helps recovering alcoholics find God
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader offers more reflections about disciples on road to Emmaus
• Events Calendar
  • Clayton Anderson concert to benefit Becky’s Place in Bedford on May 12
  • Indy parishes host pro-life events this May
  • Healing service with Father Blount planned at St. Nicholas in Ripley County on May 15
  • Bereavement ministry to host end-of-life conference in Indianapolis on May 8
  • 5K Friar Run and family run/walk planned at Mount St. Francis Center on May 12
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Little Sister of the Poor Sister Alexis Berchmans served aged poor for 74 years
• My Journey to God: Fist, or Open Hand
• The Sunday Readings: Fifth Sunday of Easter

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May

May 4, 2018

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• ‘We’re all part of this together’: Former Colts player shares three principles that guide his life, his faith and his family
  • Helping others at the heart of Spirit of Service winners’ lives of faith
• Youth-designed retreat reminds teens they are ‘priceless’ to God
• From the Archives: Confirmation at St. Paul the Apostle Parish in Greencastle
• Christ the Cornerstone: 50 years later, ‘Humanae Vitae’ is still prophetic
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Cincuenta años después de publicada, ‘Humanae Vitae’ sigue siendo profética
• Editorial: Poll shows need for evangelization
• From the Editor Emeritus: Eddie Doherty - Newspaperman, author, three marriages, priest
• Cornucopia: Immigrants are not the issue, but attitude toward them is
• It's All Good: When it comes to our faith and Creator, our children are listening
• Reflection: Respect God’s plan for putting care of children in the hands of parents
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Tragic case of British toddler shows without a ‘right,’ things go very wrong, reader says
• Events Calendar
  • Free dental care being offered in Indianapolis, Terre Haute on May 20
  • Colts’ GM Chris Ballard to speak at Catholic Radio Indy golf outing on May 22
  • 5K family and pet walk to benefit Catholic Charities Indianapolis on May 20
  • Katie’s 5K Walk for Hope planned at Roncalli High School on May 19
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Kenneth Boehm, 59, father of Father Dustin Boehm, died on April 20
• My Journey to God: Praying with the Gospels: The Tears of a Sinner
• The Sunday Readings: Sixth Sunday of Easter

May 11, 2018

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• ‘You want God to win’: Teen’s desire to live her dream leads her to overcome odds and fight for new law
• Fewer refugees accepted into U.S. impacts Catholic resettlement programs locally and nationally
• Late priest’s love of Mary helps students create rosary garden
• Graduations set for Catholic high schools in the archdiocese
• Central Catholic breaks ground on renovation project in Indy
• From the Archives: Basketball tournament champs in Enochsburg
• 2016-17 accountability report for archdiocese is available online
• Official Appointments
• Christ the Cornerstone: Three popes share loving voice on married love
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Tres papas comparten la perspectiva devota del amor conyugal
• Editorial: Catholic beliefs about Mary
• From the Editor Emeritus: ‘Baroness’ Catherine de Hueck Doherty served the poor
• Cornucopia: Teaching others to accept their place in God’s scheme of things
• Our Works of Charity: The importance of mental health, offering support in a time of need
• Twenty Something: Telling our stories and knowing for sure
• Reflection: Witnessing the Gospel of Matthew through crisis pregnancy ministries
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Heaven or hell? We are called to evangelize, spread the word of God with sense of urgency
• Events Calendar
  • Correction on time of free dental care offering in Terre Haute on May 20
  • Polish priest to speak on angels, saints and Divine Mercy in Indianapolis on May 24-25
  • Marriage ministry to host event on May 19 at Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish
  • Sisters of Providence to offer teen volunteer program throughout June
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Purity is Like a Rose
• The Sunday Readings: The Ascension of the Lord

May 18, 2018

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• ‘I finally found my home’: College student, young adult and grandparent share their stories of being called to the Catholic faith
  • A twin, a saint and grace lead young adult to Catholic faith
  • God’s love, forgiveness make baptized grandparent ‘feel new every day’
  • Welcome, new Catholics
• Father Gerald Burkert remembered for his ‘gentle, unassuming nature’
• Shelby County parishes form new St. Vincent de Paul Society
• Race for Vocations team members offer ‘beautiful witness’ of faith
• From the Archives: St. Monica Parish 25th Anniversary
• Parishes change Mass times due to holiday weekend, Indy 500 race
• Official Appointments
• Christ the Cornerstone: Come, Holy Spirit, fill our hearts on Pentecost and beyond
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Ven, Espíritu Santo, llena nuestros corazones en Pentecostés y más allá
• The Face of Mercy: As missionary disciples, we are called to oppose all forms of injustice and pursue holiness
  • El rostro de la misericordia: Como discípulos misioneros estamos llamados a oponernos a todas las formas de injusticia y a buscar la santidad
• Editorial: The month of May is devoted to the Blessed Virgin Mary
• From the Editor Emeritus: The Fighting Sullivans was an inspirational movie during WWII
• That All May Be One: Ecumenical partners are called to speak that others might hear
• Worship and Evangelization Outreach: Don’t just sing at Mass; sing the Mass
• Investing with Faith: Blended giving allows you to complete the ‘circle of giving’
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • A special ‘thank you’ to St. Christopher Parish for hosting Mass of Remembrance
• Events Calendar
  • Alumnae brunch for former St. Agnes Academy set for June 3, register by May 30
  • Seminar on Christian consoling to take place in New Albany on June 6
  • Providence Sisters accepting Providence Associate applications through May 31
  • Buy ducks now for Terre Haute Catholic Charities rubber duck regatta on July 4
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Mother Mary
• The Sunday Readings: Pentecost Sunday

May 25, 2018

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• ‘Faithful servant of the Church’: Transitional Deacon Jeffrey Dufresne hopes to share God’s love as a priest
  • More about Deacon Jeffrey Dufresne
• Power of God, prayer thrusts Andretti into latest race of his life
• Parish Festivals Listing
• The defining equation of a math teacher’s life: making a difference
• Joy, faith and family mark Terry Horton’s 44 years in Catholic schools
• Hackl’s generosity led to endowments to assist archdiocese, St. Luke School
• From the Archives: St. Elizabeth of Hungary groundbreaking
• Sister who served at St. Michael Parish in Bradford celebrates 60th jubilee
• Christ the Cornerstone: The Trinity is the central mystery of Christian belief
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La Trinidad es el misterio central de la fe cristiana
• Editorial: Another school shooting leads us back to ‘Why?’
• From the Editor Emeritus: Remembering sacrifices Catholics have made for our country
• Cornucopia: Big families and the challenges, humor and love they provide
• Emmaus Walk: Encounter with clerk allows Grandma Peg’s legacy to live on
• Faith and Family: Take a journey of faith together as families
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • Slovenian National Home of Indianapolis to celebrate 100th anniversary on June 9
  • Conference on hospice and palliative care to be held at Marian University on June 26
  • Next Spiritual Direction Internship program set to start in September
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Sister Edward Schniedermeier taught at Roncalli, Cathedral high schools in Indy for 17 years
• My Journey to God: The Flower Here
• The Sunday Readings: The Most Holy Trinity

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June

June 1, 2018

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• ‘Live well. Laugh often. Love much.’: Parents mark a span of 37 straight years of their 10 children in Catholic schools
  • ‘What blessing have you received that you would have never prayed for?’
• Educators work diligently to promote school safety
• Free conference to offer information, resources on palliative, hospice care
• ‘Culture of giving’ celebrated at ‘Circle of Giving’ event
• Archbishop salutes CYO honorees for living ‘the joy of the Gospel’
  • CYO recognition highlights volunteer efforts of adults and youths
  • Tom Mattingly: Setback leads coach to make a difference
  • Rachel Ayres: Special honor binds daughter with dad
  • Dan Bauer: Volunteer focuses on faith, relationships
  • Theresa Wells-Ditton: Coach’s motto: ‘I do it with all my heart’
  • Jesse Cleary: Longtime volunteer lives his legacy
  • Derry Condon: Architect builds on foundation of faith
  • Mark McGuire: Coach knows we have more to give
• Christ the Cornerstone: Corpus Christi, the Body and Blood of Christ
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Corpus Christi, el Cuerpo y la Sangre de Cristo
• Editorial: New cardinals from 11 nations show universality of Church
• From the Editor Emeritus: My first encounter with Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen
• It's All Good: Invoke the Holy Spirit to calm the storms in your busy life
• Reflection: Grace combined with will power make us winners in the race of life
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • Terre Haute, Indianapolis foodbanks to benefit from Meijer ‘Simply Give’ program
  • Father Christopher Craig to celebrate 25th anniversary of ordination in Madison on June 10
  • Catholic Charities Indianapolis to host World Refugee Day open house on June 20
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Body of Christ, body of Christ
• The Sunday Readings: Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Corpus Christi

June 8, 2018

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• ‘All by the grace of God’: Father Jeffrey Dufresne ordained newest priest of archdiocese during June 2 Mass
• Mother to be deported prays ‘to keep my family together’
• Local woman helps lead Catholics who are blind on their journey of faith
• From the Archives: St. Mary Commercial School Class of 1912
• Official Appointments
• Christ the Cornerstone: The Church is the agent of evangelization
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La Iglesia es agente de la evangelización
• Editorial: Catholicism and the Irish
• From the Editor Emeritus: Seventy years of continuous work for the Catholic press
• Cornucopia: No excuses: Take a vacation this summer, you’ll be glad you did
• Our Works of Charity: Violence in today’s society leaves its mark on our children in many ways
• Twenty Something: Oh, Susanna! The poetry and pro-life power of baby names
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • We must confront, put an end to stain of abortion on our country’s soul
  • Moral truth cannot be decided by vote or popular consent, reader says
• Events Calendar
  • Weekend healing retreat at St. Luke the Evangelist Parish set for July 13-15
  • Right to Life of Indianapolis seeks volunteers at summer fairs and expo
  • Franciscan Center to offer ‘Praying with Your Smartphone’ workshop on June 14
  • Father Christopher Craig to celebrate 25th jubilee at 10 a.m. Mass on June 10 in Madison
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Loving Heart
• The Sunday Readings: Tenth Week of Ordinary Time

June 15, 2018

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• ‘We need you here and now’: Young people are key to life and mission of the Church, Archbishop Thompson says
  • Youths embrace pope’s invitation to share thoughts about their lives and the Church
• Benedictine Father Columba Kelly was a pioneer in renewal of liturgical music
• Circle of Giving recognizes donors for building up kingdom of God
• Serra Club Vocations Essay: Priest helps St. Mary students grow in faith and ‘turn to God’ in prayer
• From the Archives: Scrap metal drive at St. Roch Parish leads to unusual donation
• Christ the Cornerstone: Family and communion, the ‘driving force’ of human life
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Familia y comunión: la fuerza que impulsa la vida humana
• Editorial: Who is a ‘real’ Catholic?
• From the Editor Emeritus: My final column trying to teach aspects of Catholicism
• That All May Be One: The root of ecumenical efforts is Jesus’ command to love
• Worship and Evangelization Outreach: Hospitality: the heart of evangelization
• Reflection: Thank you, Jack, for your tireless commitment to our newspaper
• Be Our Guest: This Father’s Day, thank ‘dear old dad’ for all his love and wisdom in life
• Investing with Faith: Does attending Mass regularly make you a more charitable person?
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • Conference marking 50th anniversary of ‘Humanae Vitae’ set for July 6-7 in Cincinnati
  • Fatima Retreat House to offer multiple-day silent directed retreats on July 13-20
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Rather
• The Sunday Readings: Eleventh Week of Ordinary Time

June 22, 2018

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• A defining age: Young adults seek a sense of belonging at critical time for them and the Church
  • Hoping to strengthen your Catholic faith?
  • Seeking to make your marriage closer?
  • Considering a religious vocation?
  • Searching for fun and faith-filled evenings with other young adults?
• Archbishop Thompson’s engaging approach stresses ‘tremendous, transformative effect’ of confirmation
• Serra Club Vocations Essay: Student sees priest as a guide to heaven and a deeper faith
• From the Archives: First Communion at St. Andrew in Indianapolis
• Christ the Cornerstone: The birth of John the Baptist points us to Jesus
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El nacimiento de Juan Bautista apunta a Jesús
• The Face of Mercy: Pope Francis: Critic, comforter and promoter
  • El rostro de la misericordia: El papa Francisco nos critica y nos consuela a la vez
• Editorial:
  • World Cup offers ‘culture of encounter’
  • A hope—and prayer—for peace
• Emmaus Walk: Doctor’s visit helps patient prescribe remedy for suffering soul
• Reflection: Court case shows importance of Christian vision of humanity
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Ending abortion must top life issues, reader says
  • Priest’s column on understanding of sex very much appreciated
• Events Calendar
  • Carmelite nuns to host novena on July 8-16 for feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
  • Archbishop Thompson to celebrate Golden Jubilee Mass on Aug. 5
  • St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities in New Albany to host ‘An Evening of Art in the Park’ on June 28
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: All I Need
• The Sunday Readings: Solemnity of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist

June 29, 2018

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• Young adults who love the faith believe parishes need to embrace their generation
  • How can parishes help young people make major life choices?
• Indiana abortion doctors accused of violating sexual abuse reporting law across the state
• Photos: World Refugee Day 2018
• Serra Club Vocations Essay: Irish priest shows student the ‘human side of the priesthood’
• From the Archives: Our Lady of Consolation in Leopold
• Official Appointments
• Christ the Cornerstone: Saints Peter and Paul carried on Christ’s healing ministry
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: San Pedro y san Pablo llevan adelante el ministerio de sanación de Cristo
• Editorial: Protecting religious freedom
• Cornucopia: Faith teaches we are one holy, catholic and apostolic Church
• Faith and Family: Saints with a sinful past show families the way
• Reflection: Bishops debate how to teach faithful citizenship today
• Reflection: From doubter to daughter: When Mary became my mother
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • ‘Hands-ON + Hearts-IN’ offers discernment opportunities for women
  • ‘Fatima on the Road’ bus trip planned for July 12 to southern Indiana wineries
  • Sites offer Overeaters Anonymous to address body, spirit in overcoming food behaviors
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Lavonne Long ministered in Catholic education for 66 years
• My Journey to God: You are Never Alone
• The Sunday Readings: Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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July

July 6, 2018

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• A heavenly mission: Former aerospace engineer hopes to help young adults and parishes soar together
  • Four parishes in the archdiocese chosen for Young Adult Initiative
• Benedictine Sister Juliann Babcock was former prioress of Beech Grove monastery
• Last Supper exhibit at All Saints Parish festivals evangelizes, inspires
• ‘Missionary Disciples: Witnesses to the love of God’: Listening to challenges continues at regional V Encuentro
• Photos: Theology on Tap
• From the Archives: Hoosier missionary in Japan
• Serra Club Vocations Essay: Priest helped student grow in faith through sacraments, preaching
• Official Appointments
• Christ the Cornerstone: Pope Francis reminds us that each of us is called to be holy
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El papa Francisco nos recuerda que cada uno de nosotros está llamado a ser santo
• Editorial: Religious freedom is not optional
• It's All Good: Reconnect with God when life’s detours bring the unexpected
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • Hearts & Hands of Indiana to host fundraiser and silent auction on Aug. 4
  • Nominations sought for Respect Life and Pro-Life Youth awards through Aug. 31
  • St. Mary Parish in Greensburg to host 5K walk run and kids fun run on Aug. 25
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Sing for Me
• The Sunday Readings: Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

July 13, 2018

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• Laying a Foundation: Bishop Bruté Days helps teenage boys ‘focus on how God is speaking to them’
• Papal invitation draws responses on nurturing young Church
  • If you could share one thought with the pope, what would it be?
• Criterion staff honored for excellence in journalism
• Camp aims to help teens become ‘agents of evangelization’
• Shelbyville parish celebrates 150 years as a family of faith
• From the Archives: St. Charles Borromeo Bell Choir
• Serra Club Vocations Essay: Priests on podcast bring student out of his ‘worst spiritual slump’
• Christ the Cornerstone: Two ancient heresies are subtle enemies to holiness
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Dos antiguas herejías siguen siendo sutiles enemigas de la santidad
• Editorial
  • A win for pro-life centers
  • Appointment of a new justice
• Cornucopia: Moral imperatives of religion the basis for a society that works
• Twenty Something: A scratch-and-sniff stamp for an ailing business
• Our Works of Charity: Families are the greatest resource for helping frail older adults
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Parent says stories shine a much-needed light on young adults’ faith challenges
• Events Calendar
  • Archbishop Thompson to preside at Mass for those suffering with addictions on Aug. 14
  • Celebrate Marriage Conference will be held on Aug. 11 at Greenwood parish
  • SS. Francis and Clare Parish accepting artist applications for ‘Art in the Park’
  • Retrouvaille retreat for marriages in crisis is set for Aug. 3-5 in Indianapolis
  • Providence Sisters schedule annual used book sale at St. Mary-of-the-Woods
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Sunday
• The Sunday Readings: Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

July 20, 2018

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• ‘A Team of Three’: Young couple finds their love and faith in God form a life-changing combination
  • Inspiring choice for a wedding ‘can change the world’
• Fall in France breaks teen’s back, but not his or family’s faith
  • Want to help Alex’s family get him home? Here’s how
• Support of faith, family helps Perry County parish thrive through 50 years
• From the Archives: 1969 City Kickball Champions
• Serra Club Vocations Essay: Student’s late grandfather, a deacon, showed how to lead by example
• Christ the Cornerstone: Beatitudes show us how to become holy by what we do
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Las bienaventuranzas nos enseñan a ser santos mediante nuestras obras
• Editorial: Embrace your vocation as a missionary disciple
• Worship and Evangelization Outreach: Make time for some saintly inspiration during your summer
• Reflection: Faith can be a support to achieve equality for all under the law
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • St. Lawrence parishioners see face of God in others through twinning relationship
• Events Calendar
  • Fatima Retreat House to offer reflection on the Eucharist on Aug. 20 and 28
  • Baby Box founder to speak on July 29
  • Divorce and Beyond offered on Tuesdays on Aug. 14-Sept. 18 in Indianapolis
  • Parish twinning conference planned in Nashville, Tenn., on Aug. 24-26
  • Works of artists on display at Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library through Aug. 14
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Maureen Ann McCarthy served in Catholic education for 42 years
  • Patricia Ann Beidelman, 78, mother of Father Patrick Beidelman, died on July 5
• My Journey to God: Jesus Joins ICE
• The Sunday Readings: Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

July 27, 2018

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• A clinic on hope: Genocide survivor who learned to forgive inspires teen to plan special day for youths
• Act now to get tax benefit and help children attend a Catholic school
  • Information about the Indiana Tax Credit Scholarship Program and its impact on Catholic schools in the archdiocese
• Father Pesola known for service to deaf community, ‘those on peripheries’
• Teen seriously injured in France is home, but financial help is still needed
• Wedding Announcements
• Alliance offers ‘preventative medicine’ to create healthy, successful marriages
• Pre Cana Conference, Tobit Weekend and One in Christ program prepare engaged couples for marriage
• Couples may announce engagement of marriage in The Criterion
• Christ the Cornerstone: Reflections on my first year as archbishop of Indianapolis
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Reflexiones sobre mi primer año como arzobispo de Indianápolis
• The Face of Mercy: Critics of Pope Francis aren’t wrong—or right
  • El rostro de la misericordia: Los críticos del papa no se equivocan … pero tampoco tienen la razón
• Editorial: Novena seeks to move hearts to protect all human life
• Corncopia: Eating provides nourishment for our bodies, minds and souls
• Emmaus Walk: Believe me, even at this moment, God is sending a message to you
• Faith and Family: Sharing family stories can help children grow in holiness
• Background: The United States has not been as welcoming as we think
• Investing with Faith: New charitable gift annuity rates offer more benefits
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were published this week
• Events Calendar
  • Holy Angels Parish to host Gospel concert to benefit church building fund on Aug. 11
  • St. Agnes Parish in Nashville to host RCIA workshop on Aug. 4
  • Next Spiritual Direction Internship program set to begin in September
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Be the Grateful One
• The Sunday Readings: Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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August

August 3, 2018

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• St. Rose of Lima Parish marks 150 years—and future—of ‘legacy’
• Court blocks Indiana law requiring ultrasound 18 hours before abortion
• From the Archives: Groundbreaking at St. Mary in Indianapolis
• Christ the Cornerstone: Exhortation outlines signs of holiness in today’s world
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La exhortación del papa describe los signos de la santidad en el mundo actual
• Editorial: Let’s counter hate crimes with increase of love and respect
• It's All Good: Cherish memories made by special people on ordinary days
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Spirituality is the core of who we are, Criterion reader says
• Events Calendar
  • Archbishop Thompson to speak at Parish Social Ministry gathering on Aug. 25
  • Author encouraging Catholic-Muslim dialogue to speak on Aug. 7 and 8
  • Archdiocesan Black Catholic Ministry to host retreat in Indianapolis on Aug. 25
  • Indianapolis St. Vincent de Paul Society seeking used adult bicycles during August
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Teresa Marie Havlik served in Catholic education for 55 years
  • Providence Sister Pauline Brockelsby served in Catholic education and as a chaplain
• My Journey to God: A Muse
• The Sunday Readings: Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

August 10, 2018

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• A time to look back—and forward: Cathedral High School will celebrate 100 years of spirit, struggles, sacrifices
• School outreach in Uganda helps build bridges of faith
• Archbishop Thompson reasserts archdiocese’s ‘care for all persons’
• From the Archives: Basketball Champs in New Albany
• Biannual grants are awarded to parishes, schools and archdiocesan agencies
• Official Appointments
• Christ the Cornerstone: Holiness means battling with the devil in our lives
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La santidad implica luchar contra el demonio en nuestras vidas
• Editorial: Sexual abuse is always intolerable, regardless of the circumstances
• Cornucopia: Optimism can be truly a Christian virtue; in fact, it’s ‘God-given’
• Our Works of Charity: Break the cycle of anxiety, help children reach their full potential
• Twenty Something: Finding beauty in the backyard
• Reflection: Saint from America cheerfully served God and lepers
• Be Our Guest: Simple business card message reminds writer of God’s deep love for her
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Spirituality is the core of who we are, Criterion reader says
• Events Calendar
  • Retreat for parish nurses and health ministers planned in Oldenburg on Sept. 7
  • Bi-lingual formation day for catechists, liturgical ministers, all interested in evangelization planned for Sept. 8
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Elaine Doucette served in Catholic schools, health care
  • JoAnn Morris, mother of Father Kevin Morris, 85, died on July 29
• My Journey to God: The Presence of You
• The Sunday Readings: Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

August 17, 2018

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• Couple of 65 years is fifth generation of marriages in family lasting 50-plus years
  • Golden anniversary couples celebrate 2,900 years of marriage
  • Sellersburg couple says ‘the right spouse … will help you get to heaven’
  • For successful marriage, ‘trust and believe in God,’ says couple
  • Couple celebrates 50th anniversary of marriage—and the diaconate
  • Golden anniversary is ‘celebration of life’ for Lanesville husband and wife
• New partnership between archdiocese, Marian offers scholarships for future Catholic school teachers
• Archdiocesan seminarians gather at retreat house to build up fraternity
• New superior leaves comfort zone in accepting leadership
• Nominations sought for Celebrating Catholic School Values achievement award
• From the Archives: Silver Jubilee in Shelby County
• Christ the Cornerstone: Turn to Mary, who shows us how to be holy
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Acudamos a María quien nos enseña a ser santos
• Editorial: Pope’s words to young people should speak loudly to all of us
• Worship and Evangelization Outeach: Are you being ‘called to listen’? If so, take that step
• That All May Be One: Interfaith and ecumenical resources available for us all
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • We must not forget we are all descendants of immigrants, Criterion reader notes
• Events Calendar
  • Creation Care prayer service to be held at Holy Spirit Church on Sept. 1
  • Fun run/walk to benefit Providence Food Panty in Terre Haute on Sept. 8
  • Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House to host widows’ weekend retreat on Sept. 21-23
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Always
• The Sunday Readings: Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

August 24, 2018

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• Archbishop responds to controversy surrounding Roncalli counselor
• Jesuit Father Thomas Widner, former archdiocesan priest and editor of The Criterion, dies at age 76
• Chatard’s first home football game ever is a time of celebration
• Sept. 8 evangelization event to highlight listening to God
• Christ the Cornerstone: Husband and wife called into great mystery of marriage
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Los esposos están llamados a vivir el gran misterio del matrimonio
• The Face of Mercy: Sinners can become saints, but the corrupt cannot
  • El rostro de la misericordia: El pecador puede llegar a ser santo, el corrupto no
• Editorial: Wounds of sexual abuse cause universal Church to suffer
• Reflection: Church is ‘still in’ on addressing climate change
• Reflection: Pope will find a different Ireland from one visited by John Paul II
• Emmaus Walk: Like everything else, author’s plan for first book is a God-story
• Investing with Faith: Frequently asked questions about charitable gift annuities
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House to host widows’ weekend retreat on Sept. 21-23
  • Works of two artists on display at Archabbey Library Gallery through Sept. 30
  • Camp Rancho Framasa offers one-day and three-day family camps in Sept. and Oct.
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Look Up Child
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time

August 31, 2018

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• ‘A wonderful providence’: Sister follows the twin desires of her heart to serve God and become a medical doctor
• Archbishop calls for renewed transparency, accountability
• From the Archives: Sisters on the air
• Christ the Cornerstone: Labor Day reflections on the meaning of work
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Reflexiones sobre el significado del trabajo en el Día del Trabajador
• Editorial: Remember why we are Catholics
• Cornucopia: The seasons of life are another example of God’s gifts to us
• Faith and Family: Journey together as a family of faith in the pilgrimage of life
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Sisters of Providence say administration is wrong in replacing Clean Power Plan
• Events Calendar
  • Indy Irish Fest set for Sept. 14-16
  • ‘Set Alight’ event in Indianapolis to feature FOCUS founder and CEO on Sept. 4
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: There You Are
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time

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September

September 7, 2018

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• The power of music: Young adults share soul-lifting soundtrack that inspires, shapes their lives of faith
• Retired archdiocesan priest is suspended after abuse claim
• From the Archives: Children at St. Ambrose in Seymour

• Religious Education Supplement

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  • Column: Learn about the unofficial religion of North America
  • Personal approach is needed to form children to be received into Church’s family of faith
  • All parishioners ‘have a role to play’ in welcoming Church family, including those with special needs
  • ‘Unofficial religion’ fails young people who seek truth of Christ
  • Catholic streaming services change the way parishioners grow in the faith
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• Christ the Cornerstone: Blessed Virgin Mary’s birth is a cause for special joy
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El nacimiento de la Santísima Virgen María es motivo de una alegría especial
• Editorial: Now more than ever, we should be grateful believers
• It's All Good: Cling to God when life’s disappointments come your way
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Imperfect world should lead us to pray for our shortcomings, keep the faith
• Events Calendar
  • Right to Life of Indianapolis dinner and fundraiser planned for Sept. 25
  • Sisters of Providence kick off ‘Sundays at the Woods’ with photography program on Sept. 16
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Jean Anne Maher served in Catholic education for 43 years
• My Journey to God: Jesus of the Cross
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time

September 14, 2018

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• High school student-athletes give their hearts to the game, and their souls to the faith
• Holy Hour for Prayer, Penance and Healing with Archbishop Thompson scheduled for Sept. 15
• St. Thomas More Society to host Red Mass and dinner on Oct. 1
• Archdiocesan priest is suspended after misconduct claim
• Helping those in need is goal of Parish Social Ministry program
• CCF honored for ‘telling archdiocese’s story’ through funds
• Marian University to open two-year college in the fall of 2019
• Angels of Grace recipients reflect dignity for those on the margins
• From the Archives: Connersville Youth Deanery Day
• Official Appointments
• Christ the Cornerstone: Encountering Christ in the Hispanic community
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Encontrar a Cristo en la comunidad hispana
• Editorial: Power of prayer is at the heart of 40 Days for Life campaign
• Cornucopia: Remember, no matter where we are, God is still in charge
• Our Works of Charity: In today’s America, poverty isn’t someone else’s problem, it’s ours
• Twenty Something: Breaking up with your phone
• Be Our Guest: Rely on roots of faith to shield us against current storm we face
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • A heartfelt ‘thank you’ to our priests who answered the call to ministry
• Events Calendar
  • Bishop Chatard class of 1968 hosting 50-year reunion on Oct. 5 and 6
  • Office of Marriage and Family Life to host All Soul’s Day best practices workshop on Sept. 26
  • Attend Marian Forum via computer or in Dayton at research institute on Oct. 12
  • 40 Days for Life fall campaign set for Sept. 26-Nov. 4, rally scheduled for Sept. 23
  • Holy Angels revival to feature Msgr. Ray East on Sept. 16-18
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Jean Ann McCaslin, 81, mother of Father John McCaslin, died on Aug. 25
• My Journey to God: Prayer of Thanksgiving after Receiving Holy Communion
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

September 21, 2018

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• ‘An act of penance’: Archbishop Thompson leads holy hour in response to clergy sexual abuse crisis
  • Holy hour is an initial step in long road to recovery, healing
  • Priest abuse victim at holy hour says it ‘was the right thing to do’
• Sept. 29 Mass and banquet will honor health care professionals
• Respect Life Sunday to be marked by archdiocesan Mass, Life Chain events
• Benedictine Brother Lorenzo Penalosa makes journey of faith from the Philippines to Indianapolis to Rome
• From the Archives: Safe landing in Indianapolis
• Christ the Cornerstone: Death penalty revision confirms all human life is sacred
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La enmienda sobre la pena capital confirma que toda la vida humana es sagrada
• Editorial: Power of prayer is at the heart of 40 Days for Life campaign
• Worship and Evangelization: Crisis offers chance to grow in relationship with Jesus
• That All May Be One: Dialogues of life, action to be highlighted at Festival of Faiths
• Investing with Faith: Answers to what the new tax act means to charitable giving
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • Archbishop Thompson is featured speaker at Catholic Radio Indy Dinner on Oct. 2
  • October talks to focus on end-of-life ethics and Father Stanley Rother, first U.S.-born martyr
  • Professor to present on religious attitudes from black Catholic perspective on Sept. 27
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Benedictine Father Mel Patton was an educator, liturgical musician and chaplain
  • Franciscan Sister Irvin Marie Kreiner served in Catholic education for 42 years
  • Franciscan Sister Rosemary Lee served in Catholic education for 35 years
• My Journey to God: Spirituality of Waiting
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

September 28, 2018

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• Faith and sports: A winning combination in the lives of high school student-athletes
• Catholic relief organizations offer ways to help after hurricane and typhoon
• Formation at seminary is praised during ‘Celebrate Bruté’ event
• ‘We’re all called to be teachers,’ Archbishop Thompson says
  • Relationships mark the heart of youth minister’s story
  • Group honored for its support of catechetical leaders
  • Young adult’s strength is lifting up faith of others
  • Faith guides teacher’s journey with her students
• From the Archives: St. Joan of Arc Class of 1931
• Christ the Cornerstone: Sainthood of Blessed Pope Paul VI is a time to rejoice
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La santidad del beato papa Pablo VI es un momento de júbilo
• The Face of Mercy: In communication, silence can speak louder than words
  • El rostro de la misericordia: En la comunicación el silencio puede hablar más alto que las palabras
• Editorial: Angels serve as God’s messengers, protectors
• Emmaus Walk: More bad news: What do we do? Stand strong and pray
• Faith and Family: Cry out to Mary in times of suffering
• Reflection: Pope Paul VI’s legacy leads to canonization on Oct. 14
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • Nov. 3 Corrections Ministry conference in Bloomington, register by Oct. 22
  • Archdiocesan pilgrimage to basilica in Vincennes is set for Nov. 5
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Learn from the Good Thief
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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October

October 5, 2018

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• ‘We have the right to life and liberty’: Priest embraces the American dream—and the joys and duties of being a new citizen
• Stories show how one person makes a difference in pro-life fight, says 40 Days for Life Founder
  • Local story shows impact of individuals in pro-life cause
• Respect Life Sunday to be marked by archdiocesan Mass, Life Chain events
• St. Mary-of-the-Knobs to host annual ‘Morning with Mary’ on Oct. 13
• Napoleon parishioners set their faith on fire, hope to spread it to others
• St. John Paul II Parish to highlight patron’s devotion to Divine Mercy
  • Divine Mercy presentations scheduled in October at area parishes, schools
• From the Archives: Tell City Deanery Catechists’ Dinner
• Official Appointments
• Christ the Cornerstone: The fundamental characteristics of a Catholic school
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Las características fundamentales de una escuela católica
• Editorial: Sex abuse cases are tragic; most are not recent
• It's All Good: New job is a reminder of the ‘growth mindset’ of Jesus
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • When it comes to Church division, truth has power to unify, reader says
• Events Calendar
  • Sisters of Providence to offer ‘Come and See’ weekend on Oct. 26-28
  • ‘Catholics Returning Home’ to be offered at Greenwood parish starting on Oct. 9
  • Holiday Boutique on Oct. 20 will benefit St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry
  • Pro-life film viewing and panel discussion planned at Catholic Center on Oct. 23
  • Retreat for separated and divorced Catholics offered at Fatima on Oct. 26-28
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: From the Memorare
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 12, 2018

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• Respect Life Sunday: “Every Life: Cherished, Chosen, Sent”
  • Terre Haute man embraces pro-life cause ‘with a full yes’
  • Respect Life award winner Vesper ‘lives pro-life’
• List of clergy credibly accused of sexual abuse of minor or young person is released
  • Archdiocesan Review Board evaluates abuse claims, helps victims
  • Archdiocese, Kenosis Counseling Center are hosting trauma session in Indy
• Second collection to benefit global missionary work
• Communion with God, others at the heart of discipleship, speaker says
• From the Archives: Businessman donates altar for Assumption Church
• Christ the Cornerstone: The Gospel is deeply personal, but never private
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El Evangelio es algo profundamente personal, pero no privado
• Editorial: Prayer to St. Michael needed more than ever in our fractured world
• Cornucopia: The challenges of parenting in today’s never ‘perfect’ world
• Our Works of Charity: Who cares for the least among us? We do, as brothers, sisters in Christ
• Twenty Something: The grace of enough
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Church must stay the course, remain a light in the darkness, reader says
  • Criterion reader says Church must unite for the safety of our children
• Events Calendar
  • Gabriel Project needs volunteer nurses, ultrasound trainer, RV driver
  • Indulgence possible through tour of Catholic cemetery in Indy on Nov. 3
  • Christmas Bazaar for St. Augustine Home for the Aged set for Nov. 2-3
  • ‘Annulments: What the Catholic Church Teaches’ workshop set for Oct. 24
  • Archdiocese to sponsor evangelization workshop in Columbus on Oct. 27
  • Benedictine Sisters invite all to prayer service for Church and abuse victims on Oct. 21
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Stand and Stare
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 19, 2018

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• Showing love like Jesus: Birthline provides pregnant women and mothers of infants ‘peace of mind’
  • Volunteers and donations needed for Birthline ministry
  • Free breastfeeding clinic available weekly at Catholic Center in Indianapolis
• Annual appeal helps lay the foundation for future generations
• Men’s conference on Nov. 10 to feature three popular speakers
• Benedictine sisters honor young women with Mary, Martha awards
• ‘Crazy’ suggestion leads to God’s purpose for his life
  • Nov. 3 Corrections Ministry conference in Bloomington, register by Oct. 22
• From the Archives: Our Lady of the Greenwood progress fair
• Christ the Cornerstone: Servant leadership, the only acceptable way to exercise authority
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Liderazgo al servicio: la única forma aceptable de ejercer autoridad
• Editorial: Pope’s catechesis reminds us God loves every human life
• That All May Be One: Religious misconceptions are rooted in ignorance, half-truths
• Worship and Evangelization Outreach: Rediscovering wonder through the eyes of faith
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • A vote for pro-life or pro-birth? Reader says there is a difference
• Events Calendar
  • Right to Life of Johnson and Morgan Counties to host banquet and speaker in Franklin on Oct. 25
  • Howard County Right to Life president to speak at St. Susanna Parish in Plainfield on Oct. 25
  • Archdiocesan Youth Ministry to host ‘Make Some Noise’ event in Indianapolis on Nov. 4
  • St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities in New Albany to host annual dinner, reverse raffle on Nov. 10
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: The Arms of Our Lady
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 26, 2018

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• An exercise of love: Teacher finds fitting way to say thanks for support when he fought for his life
• Retreat for nurses to focus on purpose and spirituality in retirement
• Delegates say Encuentro offers call to build Church, bring all closer to Christ
• Skull rosary offers spiritual lessons in life and death
• Legal professionals called to service during annual Red Mass
• Learn about adoption, foster care as pro‑life options at events in November
• From the Archives: Saint Meinrad Volunteer Firefighters
• Christ the Cornerstone: Stewardship must continue in troubled times
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La mayordomía debe continuar en los tiempos difíciles
• The Face of Mercy: Hypocrites who cry ‘scandal’ do the work of the devil
  • El rostro de la misericordia: Los hipócritas que gritan ‘¡escándalo!’ realizan la obra de Satán
• Editorial: Mary, our advocate and inspiration
• Cornucopia: Why are we in such a hurry? Time-savers and our devices
• Emmaus Walk: What’s in your name? Whatever it is, it’s a beautiful thing
• Faith and Family: Heaven and Earth come together in Catholic cemeteries
• Investing with Faith: Donor-advised funds build a legacy, reduce income taxes
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • We have zero rights without right to life
• Events Calendar
  • St. Bartholomew Parish in Columbus announces 2018-19 concert series line-up
  • St. Louis de Montfort to host free Thanksgiving Day dinner on Nov. 22
  • Exhibit of portraits at Archabbey Library Gallery ends on Nov. 15
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Marietta Sharkey served as school teacher, director of religious education
• My Journey to God: Bouquets of Love
• The Sunday Readings: Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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November

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

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December

December 7, 2018

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• Archbishop implores students to be witnesses to Christ
• ‘It’s a win-win: Serving seniors and seniors serving in central and southern Indiana
  • Compassionate Visitors visit the elderly, accompany the dying
  • Placing, helping service-seeking seniors makes RSVP a ‘win-win’
  • Bloomington ministry to elderly ensures they are ‘never alone’
  • Secular agencies help seniors, too
  • Parish and faith-based ministries in archdiocese offer help for seniors
• Archbishop Thompson issues decree regarding former church building
  • Text of Decree
• Men encouraged to take responsibility, walk with Christ
• From the Archives: St. Philip Neri traffic safety patrol
• Advent penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• Don’t be ‘silent’ about your Christmas song; tell us why it’s your favorite
• Christ the Cornerstone: Staying close to our mother Mary through her son Jesus
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Mantengámonos cerca de María, nuestra madre, a través de su hijo Jesús
• Editorial: Step away from the chaos, make Advent a truly Christ-centered time
• It's All Good: Most important food we will eat is at the table of Jesus
• Advent Reflection: Visualizing the Trinity, planning for Christmas
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader is thankful for columnists’ words of wisdom and for her weekly newspaper
• Events Calendar
  • Crèches on display at Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library through Dec. 28
  • Vox Sacra (Sacred Voice) to hold Advent and Christmas concert on Dec. 21
  • Deadline for entries in “Try Prayer! It Works!” contest is Feb. 20
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: An Advent Hymn
• The Sunday Readings: Second Sunday of Advent

December 14, 2018

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• Lasting gifts of Christmas: A sense of hope shines through for residents of Holy Family Shelter during season of giving
• Transparency and accountability: Before, during and after Baltimore
  • Transparencia y responsabilidad: Antes, durante y después de Baltimore
• A journey of dignity: Combined effort promotes palliative and hospice care as ‘embodying Catholic teaching’
  • Topics and goals of palliative care and hospice care initiative
• SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral and Saint Meinrad announce Christmas liturgies
• SEEK conference changes the lives of young adults
  • Indianapolis to host SEEK2019 on Jan. 3-7
• Filipino Simbang Gabi tradition will take place on Dec. 16-24
• From the Archives: Grotto dedication at St. Agnes
• Advent penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• Christ the Cornerstone: Gaudete Sunday reminds us Advent is a season of joy
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El domingo de Gaudete nos recuerda que el Adviento es una temporada de alegría
• Editorial
  • The work—and struggle—of respecting human rights continues
  • Young adults, focus on your faith at SEEK2019 conference on Jan. 3-7
• Twenty Something: Embracing divine revelations and accepting the unknown
• Our Works of Charity: In 2019, Catholic Charities will continue to be ‘light’ for others
• Be Our Guest: Abortion trumps any other ‘signal’ issue, Criterion reader says
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • ‘Quirky’ Advent reflection appreciated by reader
• Events Calendar
  • Holy Land retreat planned at Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House on Jan. 11-12
  • Christian-Muslim prayer service set for Dec. 16 at St. Philip Neri Church
  • New Albany Catholic Youth Ministries to host Safe Sitter class on Jan. 12
  • Mass of Consolation planned at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church on Dec. 21
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: O Divine Savior, Come
• The Sunday Readings: Third Sunday of Advent

December 21, 2018

• Download entire issue in PDF format
• A Christmas Message from Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
  • Mensaje de Navidad del Arzobispo Charles C. Thompson
• Vigil for Life, Indiana March for Life set for Jan. 21-22 in Indianapolis
• Catholics invited to venerate heart of St. John Vianney at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral on Jan. 4
• Archdiocesan response to abuse crisis, death of Archbishop Buechlein, top local news stories
• ‘Circle of life’ at Batesville parish keeps going after 150 years
• Readers find the joy and true meaning of Christmas in their favorite carols
• Twenty-four Sisters of Providence celebrate jubilees
• Eleven Franciscan Sisters of Oldenburg celebrate jubilees
• From the Archives: Santa visits Frenchtown
• The Criterion and Catholic Center are closed from Dec. 21 to Jan. 1 for Christmas holiday
• Christ the Cornerstone: Put your life of faith at the heart of New Year’s resolutions
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Cristo viene para ser nuestra paz y nos llama a la conversión
• Editorial: The birth of our savior, Messiah and Lord
• Worship and Evangelization Outreach: Embracing divine revelations and accepting the unknown
• That All May Be One: Week of Prayer for Christian Unity a chance for us to ‘be one’
• Emmaus Walk: Week of Prayer for Christian Unity a chance for us to ‘be one’
• Faith and Family: Christ’s self-giving love began to be revealed at Christmas
• Investing with Faith: Like a child, find pure joy in the selfless act of giving
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were published this week
• Events Calendar
  • Black Catholic Ministry to host men’s gathering in Indianapolis on Jan. 26
  • Retrouvaille retreat for marriages in crisis set for Feb. 22-24 in Tipton, Ind.
  • Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center to host Girls Night Out on Jan. 25
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: The Promise Fulfilled
• The Sunday Readings: Fourth Sunday of Advent

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