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In the upcoming print issue of The Criterion

The latest edition of The Criterion has been printed and is on its way to subscribers. Below is a list of stories that will be appearing in the issue, along with regular features like the archbishop's column, the editorial page and our events calendar.

Our May 29, 2020 issue

Local stories:

‘A source of comfort and peace’: The power of the Eucharist shines through in readers’ stories of special first Communions
Weekend Masses resume in some parishes after two-month hiatus
Wanted: Your nominations for Excellence in Catechesis award
Complaints filed about abortion centers open during ban
- Complaints of unlicensed abortions filed against Lafayette Planned Parenthood
Cathedral still offering daily online Mass via website

Regular local features:

Christ the Cornerstone: Come, Holy Spirit, ignite our hearts with the fire of your love
- Cristo, la piedra angular: Ven, Espíritu Santo, enciende en nuestros corazones el fuego de tu amor
Editorial: Pentecost and the Holy Spirit
Faith and Family: Let the Holy Spirit nurture joy in our hearts for the Eucharist
Reflection: The difference love can make
Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
Letters to the Editor
- Remembering a very special mother
- As Christians, we know eternal life awaits us after death
My Journey to God: Longing

Catholic News Service:

Pope marks anniversary of ‘Laudato Si’ ’ with call to prayer and action
Pope to lead world shrines in rosary prayer for pandemic May 30
Column: Consider the common good during COVID-19 pandemic
Column: Coronavirus reminds us of human costs of solitary confinement
Column: Positive side of solitude can be a friend during challenging times
The Sunday Readings: Pentecost Sunday
Question Corner: The ‘Hail, Holy Queen,’ composed in the 11th century, is widely used in the Church

FaithAlive!

Holy Spirit helps believers speak language of forgiveness and peace

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