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January

January 12, 2007

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• In pastoral, Indiana bishops urge welcoming immigrants
• Pastoral statement by the Catholic Bishops of Indiana
  • I Was a Stranger and You Welcomed Me: Meeting Christ in New Neighbors
  • Yo Fui Forastero y Tú Me Acogiste: Encontrando a Cristo en los nuevos vecinos
• We must continue King’s work to overcome poverty, oppression
• Catholic Conference supports Death Row plea for life in prison without parole
• At 90, Dorothy Colgan stays busy writing poetry
  • Read some of her poetry

• Religious Vocations Supplement

  • Homepage
  • Column: ‘Leaning on Providence’
  • Chosen from among the people: New Albany pastor reflects on a life of parish ministry
  • New Providence sisters reflect on St. Theodora
  • Deacon candidate ponders questions through prayer, service
  • From Brownsburg to Rome: Life’s blessings and crosses aid Danda along path to priesthood
  • Haunting questions lead woman to religious life
  • Former member of St. Nicholas Parish ordained a priest in Rome
  • Benedictine brother answers call to monastic life
  • Oldenburg Franciscans serve God in many ways
  • Franciscan brother finds peace in service to God
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Call to holiness is more than a career choice
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: El llamado a la santidad es más que la elección de una carrera
• Editorial: Happy priests
• From the Editor Emeritus: Each of us must decide when to pray
• Cornucopia: Using a tool to increase possibility
• Faithful Lines: Carrying Christ into 2007 with ‘Hoka Hey!’
• Twenty Something: The crucifix in your cubicle
• Be Our Guest: At Gabriel Project, God works through the goodness of people
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published in this issue
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Claretta Burbine taught grade school for 56 years
• My Journey to God: Daily Bread

January 19, 2007

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• A conscientious choice: Grandmother’s arrest is about taking a stand for the poor, oppressed
  • Indianapolis parish is hosting prayer service for local protesters
• Catholic Conference bringing pro-family agenda to Statehouse
  • New members of Indiana General Assembly include several Catholics
• Masses honoring St. Theodora to be celebrated next week
• Saying goodbye: Priest, widower’s friendship was a model for loving your neighbor
• Following the dream: Holy Angels and St. Anthony students honor legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
• Three Providence sisters celebrate 75 years of service
• Official appointments
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Prayer - A powerful tool for respecting all life, human dignity
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La oración - Una poderosa herramienta para el respeto por toda la vida y la dignidad humana
• Editorial: Pope Benedict teaches the joy of Christian faith
• From the Editor Emeritus: Does kneeling during prayers really matter?
• Cornucopia: Learning from the wisdom of the young(er)
• Faithful Lines: Healthy advice from a hospital calendar
• Go and Make Disciples: Memorials celebrate vision of reconciliation
• Be Our Guest: When it comes to praying, semantics shouldn’t play a role
• Letters to the Editor
  • America: A welcoming land and the great hope of the world
  • Sisters of Providence fostered many students in Catholic education
• Events Calendar
  • World Day of Consecrated Life Mass is on Feb. 4
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Dorothy Souligny ministered in U.S. and Taiwan
  • Holy Cross Brother Keric Dever served in the U.S. and Brazil
• My Journey to God: Messenger of God

January 26, 2007

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• United for life: Youths bring energy, commitment to March for Life
  • Photo gallery
• Archbishop shares immigration vision with lawmakers
• Chaplain sees humility in Super Bowl-bound Colts
• Father Daniel Armstrong had a great love for the Blessed Mother
• State court grants temporary stay of execution for Timberlake
• Retiring World Food Program director has audience with Holy Father
• Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College taps David Behrs as first lay president
• CD of St. Theodora news stories, photos is now available
• Two men begin novitiate at Saint Meinrad
• Sisters of Providence hire new volunteer services coordinator
• Convent needs furniture

• Catholic Schools Week Supplement

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  • Shining the light: Catholic educators focus on faith and excellence
  • Making their mark: 20 reasons to celebrate Catholic schools
  • Column: ‘Catholic Schools - The Good News in Education’
  • Lasting influence: A Catholic education touches lives at pivotal times
  • Coming home: Unusual retirement leads educator back to Catholic school
  • Campaign could expand Project Exceed programs
  • Building for the future: Newest Catholic school appeals to a growing community
  • Extra effort: New school’s work-study approach hopes to change lives
  • St. Malachy students create St. Theodora holy cards
  • Shawe Memorial earns national award with hard work
  • Shawe vocalists sing for school and community
  • Chemist’s family donates laboratory to St. Rose School
  • Students continue to improve on ISTEP scores
  • Catholic schools map (PDF format)
  • Facts about Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Prayer: Catholic education is an integral part of our Church’s mission
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La oración: La educación católica es parte integral de la misión de nuestra Iglesia
• Editorial: Taking a lead in Catholic education
• From the Editor Emeritus: First of two columns on the Our Father
• Cornucopia: Praise for those who honor their vocation
• Faithful Lines: Share with the care, share in the memories
• Faith and Family: Celebrate God’s gift of variety
• Be Our Guest: America’s growing poverty crisis must become a national priority
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader: Yes, some Catholics prefer to kneel when praying
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Daughter of Charity Vincent Honc served at hospitals in five states
• My Journey to God: My Crocheted Prayer

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February

February 2, 2007

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• A powerful combination: Boxing and faith help Notre Dame assist the poor
• Schools out on the day after the Super Bowl; shepherds place friendly wager on big game
• St. Theodora’s educational legacy honored at Masses
• St. Elizabeth/Coleman ending residential services program
• Informed consent legislation back again this year
  • Abortion statistics in Indiana
• Small Church Community Convocation to feature Brazilian priest
• Hundreds brave cold conditions to pray for an end to abortion
• Saint Meinrad monk receives award
• CD of St. Theodora news stories, photos available
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Prayer: Ordinary Time is packed with signs of fidelity and hope
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La oración: El Tiempo Ordinario está repleto de símbolos de lealtad y esperanza
• Editorial: Let’s talk about Iraq
• From the Editor Emeritus: Second of two columns on the Our Father
• Cornucopia: Getting along together in the human family
• Faithful Lines: Assistance League: Caring and commitment in action
• Faith, Hope and Charity: Agency review brings changes to Catholic Charities
• Be Our Guest: Do the Colts have a prayer in the Super Bowl?
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader: Dioceses should cover immigrants’ expenses
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: A Tribute to My Father

February 9, 2007

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• A promise to God: Cancer gives catechist new perspective on prayer, religious education
• Blue Ribbon day: Department of Education official honors schools for excellence
• Annual St. Christopher men’s conference to focus on prayer
• Mentally ill not eligible for death penalty under proposed bill
  • Mentally ill and death penalty statistics
• Benkovic to highlight annual Catholic Life Network fundraiser
• Archbishop encourages students to be arms of Christ in the world
• Benedictine monk professes solemn vows
• CD of St. Theodora news stories, photos available

• Marriage Supplement

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  • Wedding Announcements
  • Archdiocese offers Pre Cana program
  • Marriage witnesses God’s love in communities
  • Couple’s wedding celebrates love through the years
  • Tobit Weekend prepares couples for marriage
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Married couple’s love must be rooted in God
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La oración: El amor de las parejas de casados debe estar arraigado en Dios
• Editorial: God’s plan for marriage
• From the Editor Emeritus: Prayer - The Hail Mary and the rosary
• Cornucopia: Talking-back-to-the-TV therapy
• Faithful Lines: Unusual lesson on Communion of Saints
• Twenty Something: Pop culture lends urgency to romantic quests
• Letters to the Editor
  • Addressing poverty is no easy task
  • Pastor was teacher, devoted priest
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Jean Gabriel Jones ministered to Native Americans
• My Journey to God: Declaration of Dependence

February 16, 2007

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• Woven into the heart: Woman’s love and parish’s help create a home for four children
• Father John O’Brien loved Mass, making wooden crosses
• Indianapolis parish to sponsor annual Lenten speaker series
• Failed romance leads to new life, says youth rally speaker
• Catholic lawmakers author immigrant-friendly legislation
• Jubiliarians are ‘a special treasure,’ archbishop says
• Scouts from across archdiocese gather for annual honors
• Lenten disciplines include fasting, almsgiving, prayer
• Official Appointments
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Grace of Lenten practices can lead us to surrender to God
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La gracia de las prácticas de la Cuaresma nos puede llevar a entregarnos a Dios
• Editorial: Peace is a gift we must work for
• From the Editor Emeritus: Here are some traditional Marian prayers
• Cornucopia: Conspiracy theories, paranoia and the Jesuits
• Faithful Lines: Libraries are influential in bettering people’s lives
• Go and Make Disciples: Compas points toward home
• Be Our Guest: Let’s give up something different this Lent
• Letters to the Editor
  • We must follow Christ’s example where poverty is concerned
  • Reader is happy to see bishops do not support illegal immigration
• Events Calendar
  • Parish to host conference on the Holy Spirit
  • St. Elizabeth/Coleman to host speaker
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Divine Word Father Otto Shellenberger was missionary
• My Journey to God: Jesus Wept

February 23, 2007

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• Food for Thought: Lenten recipes can set the table for lessons in faith
• Senate passes marriage amendment; resolution now goes to House
• Cathedral lecture series features national speakers
  • U.S. bishops’ pro-life official says life must be protected at all ages
  • Evangelization starts in the heart of individuals, Detroit deacon says
• William Sahm named president of Bishop Chatard High School
• Prayer, Mass, sacraments are tools needed to live holy lives
• Parishes schedule annual Lenten penance services
• Illness affects two March 3 events
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Lent - Making the connection between Jesus’ suffering and ours
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Cuaresma - La conexión entre el sufrimiento de Jesús y el nuestro
• Editorial: We are a praying society
• From the Editor Emeritus: Prayer - We ask the saints to intercede for us
• Cornucopia: Making time to listen to the quiet during Lent
• Faithful Lines: February kudos for the Catholic press
• Faith and Family: Discipline is the path to virtue
• Letters to the Editor
  • Where prayer is concerned, Jesus is looking for what is in our hearts
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Benedictine Father Camillus Ellspermann participated in civil rights march with King
• My Journey to God: They Were Pilgrims

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March

March 2, 2007

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• Bearing fruit: College seminarians gain pastoral skills through program
• New Bishop Chatard leader says values, faith will guide him
• Niece of late civil rights leader committed to pro-life movement
• Tuition assistance for consortium schools aided by grant
• Affordable housing bill passes in Indiana House
• Batesville Mass honors St. Theodora
• A heartfelt tribute: Friends celebrate couple, who connected them, with scholarship
• 12 Sisters of Providence celebrate 70 years of service
• Parishes schedule annual Lenten penance services
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Let’s make the face of Jesus visible to those around us this Lent
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Que el rostro de Jesús se haga visible para aquellos que nos rodean durante la Cuaresma
• Editorial: Let’s pray for a happy Lent
• From the Editor Emeritus: The Psalms were the prayers Jesus prayed
• Cornucopia: In today’s world, women are hard to keep in check
• Faithful Lines: A few words for youth from Pope John Paul II
• Faith, Hope and Charity: Poverty is an unnatural disaster
• Letters to the Editor
  • We must take a stand for sanctity of all human life
• Events Calendar
  • Rehearsals set for Chrism Mass Choir
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Memo

March 9, 2007

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• ‘She’s truly a miracle’: Prayers, faith sustained family through infant’s fight for life
• Chance of a lifetime: Lilly grants allow teachers to embark on worldwide adventures
• Ancient Order of Hibernians to recognize Father Munshower
• Pro-family agenda advances in Indiana General Assembly
  • A look at how other priority bills have done this session
• ‘Supernatural’ heroes inspire youths to become saints
• Catholics may eat meat on Friday before St. Patrick’s Day
• Parishes schedule annual Lenten penance services
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Recognizing the suffering Christ in others during Lent
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Reconozcamos el sufrimiento de Cristo en los demás durante la Cuaresma
• Editorial: The tomb of Jesus?
• From the Editor Emeritus: Prayer - The use of Scripture in our prayers
• Cornucopia: Where we stand in the grand scheme of things
• Faithful Lines: Wondering about the significance of seven
• Twenty Something: No predicting the master’s plan
• Letters to the Editor
  • Memo to legislators: Covenant of marriage is between one man and one woman
• Events Calendar
  • St. Elizabeth/Coleman to host speaker
  • Lenten retreat is for musicians
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Julia Shea assisted Bishop Daniel L. Ryan
• My Journey to God: Ice Crystals

March 16, 2007

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• Bishop Chatard students foster vocational awareness
• School’s unique fundraiser to assist children with cancer
• McQuade: Dialogue can change minds, hearts to respect life
• Bill to boost savings accounts for poor gaining momentum
• St. Francis announces integration of inpatient services
• Parishes schedule annual Lenten penance services
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Stripping ourselves of personal sin through reconciliation
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Despojándonos de los pecados particulares por medio de la reconciliación
• Editorial: Evangelizing at all ages in life
• From the Editor Emeritus: Praying to discern God’s will for us now
• Cornucopia: Shamrocks and the authentic Irish experience
• Faithful Lines: What was … what is … what evermore shall be
• Go and Make Disciples: RCIA - A journey, not a program
• Be Our Guest: Learn to distinguish the different fires in your senses and life
• Letters to the Editor
  • We must address abortion, the scourge of our nation
• Events Calendar
  • Fiscal management conference is May 2 in Beech Grove
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Mary Carlton was a teacher, pastoral associate
  • Benedictine Sister Bernice Kavanaugh served at hermitage
• My Journey to God: Master Builder

March 23, 2007

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• The meaning of Mercy: From Nigeria to America, a woman gives hope for life
• Eighth-graders grow in faith by critiquing controversial film
• Teachers honored for outstanding work in education
  • 2007 St. Theodora Guérin Excellence in Education Award recipients
• ‘Dear Brave Soldier’: Military chaplain provides sacraments for soldiers in combat
• Speaker encourages women to listen to God, embrace life
• West Deanery students celebrate St. Theodora
• Bill to pressure Sudan government to end genocide advances
• Father Mitch Pacwa will speak in Indianapolis and Batesville in April
• CD of St. Theodora news stories, photos available
• Holy Week liturgies set at cathedral, Saint Meinrad
• Parishes schedule annual Lenten penance services
• Official appointments
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Confirmation letters encourage the faith of all of us
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Las cartas de confirmación inspiran fe en todos nosotros
• Editorial: Atheism on the move
• From the Editor Emeritus: The battle to overcome difficulties in prayer
• Cornucopia: Dreams, expectations and current realities
• Faithful Lines: Lenten thoughts on listening and hearing
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: My Lenten Journey

March 30, 2007

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• ‘Welcome home’: Priests, laity sing praises of returning to reconciliation
  • God heals through confession, D’Ambrosio tells audience
• Influence of others motivates Spirit of Service winners
  • Tables available for Spirit of Service Awards dinner
• Comprehensive plan to focus on Terre Haute Deanery: Sacred Heart of Jesus School to close in June
• State marriage amendment stalled in Indiana House
• Parishes schedule final Lenten penance services
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Pieta represents a tender call to faith in the life to come
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La Piedad representa un llamado compasivo a la fe en la próxima vida
• Editorial: Believing, celebrating and living the sacrament of charity
• From the Editor Emeritus: Prayer: Finding balance in our lives
• Cornucopia: Who is the God of Easter?
• Faithful Lines: How do we handle the thorns in our lives?
• Faith and Family: Reflections on Mary for Palm Sunday
• Be Our Guest: We need to cut poverty in half to make our country whole
• Letters to the Editor
  • Holy Week is a fitting time to reflect on the saints’ adoration of the cross
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Charity Sister Thomas More Rybarsyk was vice principal at Cathedral High School
• My Journey to God: I Am Your Own

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April

April 6, 2007

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• Minimum wage bill passes in House, awaits Senate panel vote
• Divine Mercy services are scheduled in archdiocese
• Archdiocesan Catholics give aid to the Church in the Holy Land
• Poem: Signs of the Cross
• Easter Supplement Column: ‘My Lord and my God’—The Apostle Thomas tells his story
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Easter is the pre-eminent feast of hope
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La Pascua es la festividad de esperanza más importante
• Editorial: Stations of the Cross
• From the Editor Emeritus: The cross is the crux of the whole matter
• Cornucopia: The reign of heaven is at hand
• Faithful Lines: Musing about music in the Easter season
• Faith, Hope and Charity: Service as evangelization
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters to the editor published this week
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Lamentation

April 13, 2007

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• Fire destroys St. Anne Church in New Castle; ‘Out of those ashes, new life will come’
  • After fire, Easter Vigil brings three church communities together
• Oils blessed and priests renew promises at chrism Mass
• New Brebeuf principal’s qualities include caring for others
• St. Mary Parish hosting Spanish world premiere of The Creation
• Bill to jump-start funding for moral stem cell source passes
• Archdiocesan women’s conference is April 28
• Wanted: Stories about mother’s influence on faith
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Confirmands recognize signs of hope in season of hope
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Los confirmandos reconocen los símbolos de esperanza en la temporada de esperanza
• Editorial: Catholic Athletes for Christ
• From the Editor Emeritus: Some illustrious converts to Catholicism
• Cornucopia: From death into life, at any age
• Faithful Lines: Triskaidekaphobia is nothing to fear
• Twenty Something: Interior design that really matters
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader: Iraqi chaplain feature shows hypocritical side of Church
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Joseph Miriam Sheehan was 88
  • Franciscan Sister Florence Marie Rose was a teacher
• My Journey to God: Welcome, Springtime

April 20, 2007

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• ‘In the hands of God’: Archbishop Buechlein reflects on 20 years as a bishop
• Church fire ruled arson; outpouring of support continues
• Offers of aid to St. Anne Parish cross diocesan, ecumenical lines
• Parental choice provision passes Indiana Senate
• Catholic Urban School Consortium members hosting information meetings
• Catholic-Protestant dialogue to focus on Mary, Mother of God
  • ‘Mary, Mother of God: A Catholic-Protestant Conversation’
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: We build our trust in God by faithful prayer
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Edificamos nuestra confianza en Dios por medio de la oración devota
• Editorial: Stewards of Easter joy
• From the Editor Emeritus: Why Catholics should know the Old Testament
• Cornucopia: It’s up to us to make change good or bad
• Faithful Lines: Hoosier literary icon wanted a better world
• Go and Make Disciples: Outreach to Inactive Catholics
• Reflection: Trying to make sense of Virginia Tech tragedy
• Letters to the Editor
  • Graphic not a ‘Church fact’; president needs our prayers
  • Graphic was inappropriate in publication, reader says
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Mary Grace Plumbo served as a teacher and sacristan
• My Journey to God: Mother of Sorrows

April 27, 2007

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• United by faith: Family members journey together into the Church
• Despite schools’ rivalry, ‘we all hurt just as badly now’ and ‘are united in grief’ | Poem
• Negotiations for healthier Indiana heightened at Statehouse
• Planners excited about hosting 2008 education convention
• Welcome, new Catholics
• Ministry programs support separated and divorced Catholics
• May 1 march seeks to educate about justice for immigrants
• Four priests to celebrate jubilee
• Wanted: Stories about mother’s influence on faith
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Finding the Good Shepherd, the paschal light of hope, in darkness
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Encontrando al Buen Pastor, la luz pascual de la esperanza en la oscuridad
• Editorial
  • Welcome, new Catholics
  • Building a culture of life
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical truth expressed in many literary forms
• Cornucopia: It ain’t easy being human, not to mention green
• Faithful Lines: Life’s challenge - To endure and thrive
• Faith and Family: Pain, anguish lead to new life
• Be Our Guest: Popes, Church support ministry of military chaplains to soldiers
• Letters to the Editor
  • Chaplains are important to military’s support network
  • Chaplains help soldiers cope with real life problems
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Dorothy Karier was a teacher and principal
  • Holy Cross Brother Nivard Meichtry taught at Cathedral High School
• My Journey to God
  • Virginia Tech Tragedy
  • United in Grief

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May

May 4, 2007

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• A passion for service: Teens show incredible commitment to improving lives
• Spirit of Service winners use blessings to help others
• Deacon: Woods ‘at peace’ and ‘right with God’ as execution date nears
• Conference priorities to help families receives funding
• ‘The Catholic View’: Conference speakers encourage women to engage culture, live out faith
• Soon-to-be graduate returning to Africa to build clinic
• Nearly 600 students to graduate at Catholic colleges in archdiocese
• Archdiocese hosting pilgrimage to 2008 World Youth Day
• Indianapolis to host National Pastoral Musicians convention
• Author of St. Theodora book to visit Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
• Carmelite Sister Teresa of Jesus professes vows at Terre Haute
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Modesty helps us live according to God’s plan
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La modestia nos ayuda a vivir según el plan de Dios
• Editorial: Dangers of The Secret
• From the Editor Emeritus: The message in the first chapters of Genesis
• Cornucopia: What kids absorb from their childhoods
• Faithful Lines: An awakening to Christ’s Divine Mercy
• Faith, Hope and Charity: Share the pride
• Letters to the Editor
  • Chaplains are important to military’s support network
  • Chaplains help soldiers cope with real life problems
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • William A. Brennan Jr. served the Church and community
• My Journey to God: Sacrament of Love

May 11, 2007

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• A mother's faith: Readers share how mom’s influence shaped their lives
• Another mom’s story: Diana Hay makes the most of her ‘Grandma time’
• ‘Brothers and sisters in faith’ march for immigration reform
• Parishes meet unique needs in Legacy for Our Mission campaign
• Legacy for Our Mission campaign more than halfway to its goal
• Archbishop calls Miter Society members to life of prayer, service
• A flip of the coin: After thieves hit, parishioners strike back, donate $7,800 to school children’s fund
• Bloomington Mass honors St. Theodora

• Evangelization Supplement

  • Column: ‘Shout Catholic’
  • A man on a mission: Jim Seebeck helps bring renewal process to parishes
  • Web site’s mission is to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ
  • Shining the light: ‘Being there’ is at heart of spreading faith on college campuses
  • Sharing the Word: Small faith communities transform the Church
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Genuine devotion, veneration always lead us to God
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La devoción y la veneración genuina siempre nos conducen a Dios
• Editorial: All Catholics need to be evangelized
• From the Editor Emeritus: Second part of Genesis - The four patriarchs
• Cornucopia: Taking an exotic spring cruise around Indiana
• Faithful Lines: Recapping the miracles of motherhood
• Twenty Something: Underestimating your value? Don’t
• Letters to the Editor
  • Government creates many of our country’s immigration problems
  • ‘No business interfering with the laws of this country’
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Benedictine Sister Mary Joan Wargel was founding member of monastery
  • Harry Dearing served archdiocese as business manager for 16 years
• My Journey to God: Ode to St. Anne

May 18, 2007

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• The long and winding road: Deacon Summers follows circuitous path to priesthood
• Arrest made in St. Anne Church fire
• Archbishop announces clergy, parish assignments
• Highest ‘Ranck’-ing: Senior continues family’s valedictorian streak
• 1,328 students to graduate at Catholic high schools in archdiocese
• Msgr. James Lindenmeyer served Native Americans in New Mexico
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Summer series focuses on Holy Father’s exhortation on the Eucharist
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La serie del verano se centra en la exhortación del Santo Padre sobre la Eucaristía
• Editorial: Sex and the college woman
• From the Editor Emeritus: Genesis - The love story of Jacob and Rachel
• Cornucopia: The power of positive thinking—again
• Faithful Lines: May - A good month for mental gardening
• Go and Make Disciples: Pilgrimage in Brazil and other holy places
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader: Nothing immoral about a country protecting its borders
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: In the Wilderness

May 25, 2007

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• A sense of peace and joy: Deacon Kovatch believes ordination is testimony to God’s will
• CYO volunteers honored for service to community, Church
  • CYO recognition highlights work of both adults and young people
• 50 years of graduating classes span the generations at Scecina
• Three honored for completing Ecclesial Lay Ministry program
• Sacraments rooted in Christ’s dying, rising, priest explains

• Vacation/Travel Supplement

  • The holiest of lands: St. Monica parishioners walk in Christ’s footsteps with pastor
  • Know the symptoms: Travelers need to exercise to avoid blood clots
  • Spiritual compass points: Make a one-day pilgrimage in the archdiocese
  • Prehistoric pathways: Glaciers carved giant rocks at Turkey Run State Park
  • Do the dunes: Enjoy beaches on Lake Michigan’s eastern shoreline
  • A taste of Philadelphia: Savor history, food and fun in City of Brotherly Love
  • Incredible journey: Family vacation includes nine national parks or monuments
  • Travels with grandchildren: Road trip includes 11 states and District of Columbia
  • A tale of two cities: Rome and Assisi show diversity and unity in faith
  • Parish festivals listings
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: The Eucharist is Christ poured out for the life of the Church
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La Eucaristía es Cristo que se ofrece por la vida de la Iglesia
• Editorial: Spend the summer in God’s country
• From the Editor Emeritus: Genesis - Jacob and family return to Palestine
• Cornucopia: Remembering what patriotism really means
• Faithful Lines: Reflections on a Memorial Day tradition
• Faith and Family: The challenge of seeing children as a blessing
• Be Our Guest: Immigration legislation must focus on well-being of families
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
  • Four parishes change Mass times due to holiday and race
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Marijo Lynch served at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
• My Journey to God: It Seems to Me

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June

June 1, 2007

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• ‘I believe in miracles’: Life lessons inspire Deacon Nagel on path to priesthood
• Brotherly love: Valedictorian, sibling with Down syndrome have special bond
• Seminary to sponsor retreat, welcome new vice rector
• East Deanery Mass celebrates St. Theodora Guérin
• Peer mentors celebrate 13th year for abstinence education program
• Dedicated to Our Lady: Women help children make and pray the rosary
• Winners of essay contest announced
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Church and Eucharist cannot exist without each other
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La Iglesia y la Eucaristía no pueden existir sin la presencia de ambas
• Editorial: A snapshot of the Class of 2007
• From the Editor Emeritus: Genesis - The story of the patriarch Joseph
• Cornucopia: Helping June to bust out all over again
• Faithful Lines: Helpful words of wisdom for newlyweds
• Faith, Hope and Love: Adoption - A choice we can all live with
• Letters to the Editor
  • Thanks for Catholic Campaign for Human Development contributions
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Catherine Ann Hillman was a teacher and nurse
• My Journey to God: Everything

June 8, 2007

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• Laying themselves down for Christ: Fathers Kovatch, Nagel and Summers begin life and ministry as priests
  • Photo spread: Three men dedicate their lives to Christ as priests (print only)
• Deacon Chlopecki becomes first archdiocesan permanent deacon
• Book Review: Pope Benedict seeks to enrich views on Jesus
• Criterion staff honored for excellence in journalism
• Teacher Advancement Program celebrates five years
• Msgr. Joseph Schaedel to lead pilgrimage to Marian shrines
• Wanted: Your memories of SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Eucharist is closely tied to other sacraments of the Church
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La Eucaristía está estrechamente vinculada a otros sacramentos de la Iglesia
• Editorial: Booze and the college student
• From the Editor Emeritus: Exodus - The Israelites leave Egypt
• Cornucopia: Depression Childhood Syndrome is still alive and well
• Faithful Lines: Let’s honor our nation’s symbol on June 14
• Twenty Something: Embrace the dance of life
• Letters to the Editor
  • Church leaders have an obligation to teach and defend our faith
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Ode to a Grandchild

June 15, 2007

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• The 'Rock' of Bishop Chatard: From making pasta to touching lives, Brother Joseph Umile leaves his mark
• SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral to close centennial year
• A lesson in living: Senior Julie Malone receives college’s highest honor
• Deacon: Death row inmate Michael Allen Lambert ‘ready’ for June 15 execution
• Solidarity: Archdiocesan gift helps flood victims in Camaguey
• Doing God’s work: Friend’s ordination leads to pilgrimage to Indiana
• Tell City Deanery Mass honors St. Theodora Guérin
• Parish to honor retiring Franciscan sister
• Benedictine monk ordained a priest
• Wanted: Memories of SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Relationship of Eucharist and holy orders most clearly seen at Mass
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La relación entre la Eucaristía y las órdenes sagradas se ve con mayor claridad en la misa
• Editorial: In the man Jesus, God is made visible
• From the Editor Emeritus: The Israelites from Joshua to David
• Cornucopia: Father’s Day should be any day he wants
• Faithful Lines: Recognizing fathers who deserve the honor
• Go and Make Disciples: Contagious faith, hope and love
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader: Time to spice up homilies and petitions
  • Food stamp challenges need more attention
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Francis Eugene Bussing was a teacher and principal
• My Journey to God: Tribute

June 22, 2007

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• A Love Story: Couple’s commitment to Camp Rancho Framasa is a family affair
• Celebrating the fun: CYO camp’s name adds to its unique history
• Federal grant funds programs in consortium schools
• ‘Rebuild my Church’: Marian’s first San Damiano Scholars begin ministries
• Corpus Christi is a lively celebration at African Mass
• Local delegation headed to National Black Catholic Congress
• Hope and healing: Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat offers abortion reconciliation
  • Testamonial
• Using their gifts: ‘Wax museum’ helps class support juvenile diabetes research
• Former Catholic education leader to head St. Ann Clinic
• Stewardship conference is June 27-29
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Eucharist reflects and strengthens unity and love of marriage
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La eucaristía refleja y refuerza la unidad y el amor en el matrimonio
• Editorial: Standing up for life in the City of Brotherly Love
• From the Editor Emeritus: Old Testament books tell story of Israelites
• Cornucopia: High summer is family and festival time
• Faithful Lines: Finding a faith-filled approach to finances
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Holy Cross Sister M. Francis Anne Kintz was a teacher, principal
• My Journey to God: Life Without

June 29, 2007

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• 'Just plain awesome!': Retreat helps teens have fun while learning about the priesthood
• St. Malachy parishioners break ground for new church
• Pasotti named interim director at Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House
• A part of the team: Coach’s memory lives on as Scecina wins state softball championship
• Seniors lead Cathedral High School to baseball title
• CYO Kings Island Family Day is July 25
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Eucharist, like Virgin Mary, guides us to our heavenly home
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La Eucaristía, al igual que la Virgen María, nos guía a nuestro hogar celestial
• Editorial: Independence Day 2007
• From the Editor Emeritus: The Old Testament’s four books of fiction
• Cornucopia: The land of the free and the home of the brave?
• Faithful Lines: God created first the beasts and birds
• Faith and Family: Let Christ live through your uniqueness
• Be Our Guest: Mary - The key to Christian unity in our day and time
• Letters to the Editor
  • Best priests are those who show love of Christ, not fear of Christ
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Carol Ann Sunderman served on council
• My Journey to God: Journey

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July

July 6, 2007

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• A beacon of faith for 100 years: Festive Mass concludes cathedral’s centennial year celebration
• Memories to fill a century: Catholics young and old recall cathedral connections
• Prayers and support continue for St. Anne Parish
• Archbishop Kurtz receives pallium from Pope Benedict XVI
• Sisters of Providence to host auction in August
• Evangelization coordinator to be interviewed on Catholic Radio Indy
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Beauty of liturgy is an expression of God’s glory
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La belleza de la liturgia es una expresión de la gloria de Dios
• Editorial: Warning signs along the disciple’s way
• From the Editor Emeritus: The First and Second Books of Maccabees
• Cornucopia: Watch out for what you’re watching
• Faithful Lines: Kids’ Voice - Excellent ways to help children
• Faith, Hope and Charity: Addressing homelessness in Indiana
• Be Our Guest: Reader - Columnist’s immigration rhetoric is totally off the mark
• Letters to the Editor
  • New priests’ vocation stories were inspiring to reader
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Refueled

July 13, 2007

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• 'That's my passion': Joyce Overton leads efforts to change lives of refugees to America
• A welcoming presence: Refugee advocate embraces people seeking help, hope
• World must come together to address poverty, Morris says
• Catholic, Disciples of Christ dialogue explores relationship of Word, sacrament
• Benedictine monks celebrate priesthood jubilees
• Providence sisters make first profession of religious vows
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Liturgy of the Word, Eucharist form single act of worship
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Liturgia de la Palabra y la Eucaristía constituyen un acto único de adoración
• Editorial: Abortion and Communion
• From the Editor Emeritus: The Old Testament’s seven Wisdom books
• Cornucopia: Alaska - Where the wild things are
• Faithful Lines: A pleasant beginning for each new day
• Twenty Something: Wants, needs and coconut extracts
• Reflection: Pauline year could stimulate Christians to adopt a missionary zeal
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader: More appropriate photograph needed for Family Health Supplement
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Agnes Pauline Meinert was a teacher, principal
  • Franciscan Sister Estelle Nordmeyer was 99
• My Journey to God: Yellowstone

July 20, 2007

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• The wedding planners: Coordinators help couples prepare for special moment
• For weddings, downtown churches in hot demand
• Music in motion: Pastoral musicians want next generation to spotlight Christ
• ‘What’s in it for me?’ Eternal life, Archabbot Justin tells musicians | Text of homily
• Paula Scraba joins Franciscans

• Fall Marriage Supplement

  • Wedding Announcements
  • Marriage vows are promise to God to be faithful in love
  • There’s still time to register for Pre Cana, Tobit Weekend
  • Faith-filled marriage is possible only with the help of God’s grace
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Active participation at Mass goes much deeper than external actions
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La participación activa en la Misa va mucho más allá de las acciones externas
• Editorial: China, Latin Mass, true Church
• From the Editor Emeritus: Prophets tried to get Israelites to reform
• Cornucopia: Hoping for reunion, but prepared for drama
• Faithful Lines: Taking a sample look at positive news
• Go and Make Disciples: Ecumenism is at the heart of Renovare
• Be Our Guest: Retiring pastor served people with a quiet dignity, represented the best qualities of a priest
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader: Newspaper must cover full range of pro-life perspectives
  • Prayer is the best solution in immigration reform debate
• Events Calendar
  • NFP Awareness Week is July 22-28
  • Worldwide Marriage Encounter is Aug. 24-26
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Tears and Prayers

July 27, 2007

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• A living legacy: Historical marker celebrates Cardinal Ritter's courage, vision
• New director of catechesis begins archdiocesan ministry
• 50 years of devotion
  • Father Schmidlin’s ministry has touched countless lives
  • Father Kern views priesthood as an abundance of blessings
• ‘One Bread, One Cup’: Youth conference geared to form the Church of the future
• English? Latin? Parish builds unity out of liturgical diversity
• Four Benedictine sisters profess perpetual vows
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Eucharistic adoration and devotion help us live our faith
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La adoración Eucarística y la devoción nos ayudan a vivir nuestra fe
• Editorial: One of Indiana’s native sons is rightly remembered in New Albany
• From the Editor Emeritus: The Book of Daniel and the minor prophets
• Cornucopia: It’s a ‘grand’ night (and day) for singing
• Faithful Lines: Do we always give credit where credit is due?
• Faith and Family: True love is found in caring for babies
• Be Our Guest: When it comes to abortion and Communion, where do you stand?
• Letters to the Editor
  • Readers: Statement on ‘truth of Catholic Church’ could harm dialogue
• Events Calendar
  • Elizabella Ball is set for Aug. 18 in Indianapolis
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Discalced Carmelite Sister Joseph McKenzie was a former prioress
  • Franciscan Sister Mel Hoffmann served in Papua New Guinea
• My Journey to God: The Path

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August

August 3, 2007

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• Rocky Mountain High: Summer Field Study in Colorado helps students discover life's gifts
• The power of a vision: Art with a Heart touches the lives of students, volunteers
• Walking to end abortion: Crossroads walkers mark 13 years of pro-life activism
• Memorial for the unborn: Angel statue provides place to mourn babies at cemetery
• Benedictine sister professes first vows
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: The Eucharist transforms us into Christ
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La Eucaristía nos transforma en Cristo
• Editorial: One true Church
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Did Eve have a belly button?
• Faithful Lines: Turn pregnancy into a beautiful novena
• Faith, Hope and Charity: Loving concern offers hope in tough times of heartbreak
• Letters to the Editor
  • Priest, youths embrace their faith through Homeland Mission effort
  • Can a person be considered both Catholic and pro-choice?
  • We need to hear more of the pro-life perspectives
• Events Calendar
  • Elizabella Ball is set for Aug. 18 in Indianapolis
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Dale Bruns served Catholic Church in central and southern Indiana
• My Journey to God: The Transfiguration

August 10, 2007

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• An insider’s guide for this year’s freshman class
• A half century of devotion: Two friends celebrate 50 years in the priesthood
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Eucharistic spirituality embraces the whole of life
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La espiritualidad eucarística abarca la vida por completo
• Editorial: Finding God in Minnesota and beyond
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Lot’s wife and daughters
• Cornucopia: The virtue of character never goes out of style
• Faithful Lines: State fair - A tribute to what is good in Indiana
• Twenty Something: Super Bowl hopes - The promise of a new season
• Letters to the Editor
  • Nation cannot hide its eyes to tragedy of abortion
• Events Calendar
  • Vocations director to be featured on Catholic Radio Indy
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Venard Sequence served as a teacher and secretary
  • Providence Sister Frances Finnegan was a teacher and library aide
• My Journey to God: Salute to My Soldier

August 17, 2007

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• A light of Christ in Uganda: Local woman shares Gospel through award-winning radio ministry
• Light of the East: A Chinese family grows in faith in the archdiocese
• Chinese and American Catholics are united, couple says
• Catholic Conference publishes health care directives guide
• Courageous hearts: Adoption is a natural choice for Laura Williamson
• Love of two families has meant the world to adoptee Julie Krasienko
• Ecumenical conference to be held in Indianapolis in September
• Three Saint Meinrad monks celebrate jubilees of profession
• Monk makes first profession of vows
• Official Appointments
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: The Eucharist and our baptismal call to holiness
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La Eucaristía y nuestro llamado bautismal a la santidad
• Editorial: We’re a universal Church
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - The first surrogate mother
• Cornucopia: Many parents cry, ‘Where did we go wrong?’
• Faithful Lines: If the rosary seems boring, then think again
• Go and Make Disciples: Renovaré - Ecumenism at work
• Letters to the Editor
  • Faith can be intellectually or doctrine-oriented, or quite simple
  • Reader: God alone knows who will achieve salvation
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Ann Clare Lancaster served as a principal, educator
• My Journey to God: Small Bites

August 24, 2007

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• A test of faith: Transition to college years presents challenges to many students
  • Challenges can help students grow in faith
  • How young people can grow in their faith
  • Making faith a more personal relationship
• Sisters of Providence consider returning to minister in China
• The power of a dream: Providence Cristo Rey High School opens doors
• Diverse speakers are on men’s conference’s itinerary
• A call to change: Kenya trip inspires Brebeuf students to give back, make a difference
• ‘She’s part of our story’: Seminarians make pilgrimage to the shrine of St. Theodora | Photo gallery
• Alan Keyes to speak at Right to Life of Indianapolis dinner
• Oldenburg Franciscans celebrate sister’s final vows and welcome novice
• Official Appointments
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Worship of God in the Eucharist requires a public witness of faith
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: El culto a Dios en la Eucaristía exige un testimonio público de fe
• Editorial: Pope Benedict calls for an end to the ‘useless slaughter’ of war
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - A mother with a favorite son
• Cornucopia: I think it’s right, therefore it is
• Faithful Lines: Holy curiosity: the crux of personal faith
• Be Our Guest: Columnist is way off the mark in his comments about Latin Mass
• Letters to the Editor
  • Column belies truth behind the Latin Mass
  • Father Daly’s column lacks respect for Latin Mass
  • Stories on youths are very much appreciated
• Events Calendar
  • Former St. John Academy students to hold reunion
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Ann Clare Lancaster served as a principal, educator
• My Journey to God: The Awakening

August 31, 2007

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• ‘Katrina was big, but God is bigger’: Two years later, Indiana parishes still help Gulf Coast communities
• Consortium now known as Mother Theodore Catholic Academies
• Seminarians hit the streets to promote academies
  • Campaign is moving closer to its goal
• Living on a prayer: Marian College football coach eager to open inaugural season
• Diocese celebrates 150th anniversary with Eucharistic Congress
• 18 Oldenburg Franciscan sisters celebrate jubilees
• Franciscan sister professes final vows
• What does Mother Teresa mean to you?
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: The Eucharist is at the root of every form of holiness
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La Eucaristía es el origen de todas las formas de santidad
• Editorial: Like Pope John Paul II, Little Leaguers teach value of sportsmanship
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Jacob’s wives and consorts
• Cornucopia: Onward and upward because of Labor Day
• Faithful Lines: Honoring workers on Labor Day weekend
• Faith and Family: Make Labor Day a holy day
• Be Our Guest: Traditional Latin Mass has a devoted following in Archdiocese of Indianapolis
• Letters to the Editor
  • When Catholic Church boldly stands firm for the truth, it imitates Christ
• Events Calendar
  • Mass to mark 10th anniversary of Mother Teresa’s death
  • Open house to honor Missionary of Charity
  • Blue Mass will honor police, firefighters, EMTs
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Pray, Trust, Obey

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September

September 7, 2007

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• Seventh heaven: Seven children in one Catholic school adds to sense of family
• Seymour Deanery gathers to celebrate St. Theodora
• Seek the face of the Lord: Archbishop Buechlein marks 15 years as local shepherd (photo spread -- print only)
• Prayer intentions for 2007 Archdiocesan Pilgrimage to Portugal, Spain and France
• Two more Masses to be celebrated to honor St. Theodora
• Official Appointment
• Catholic News Around Indiana:
  • Speaker recalls chaotic times following Columbine massacre
  • Founder of Congregations of Holy Cross to be beatified
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Dear Archbishop: Letters from youths pose interesting questions
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Querido arzobispo: Las cartas de los jóvenes plantean preguntas interesantes
• Editorial: Mother Teresa’s dark night
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Story of Judah and Tamar
• Cornucopia: Indiana’s a home where the buffalo roam
• Faithful Lines: Chronic illness can be a blessed challenge
• Faith, Hope and Charity: Gone fishin’ - Proverb teaches love, compassion
• Be Our Guest: Trip back to CYO camp is a nostalgic one for mom
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader: Greed is bringing this country down
• Events Calendar
  • Holy Rosary to host anniversary Mass
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Poetry for the Lord

September 14, 2007

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• A spiritual figure for our time: 10 years after her death, Blessed Teresa continues to be a model of holiness
• Cathedral Mass honors Blessed Teresa of Calcutta
• Book helps Catholics grow in admiration of Mother Teresa
• Facility renamed Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital
• Father William Cleary was first principal of Cardinal Ritter High School
• In the footsteps of Jesus: Archdiocesan pilgrimage takes young adults to Holy Land
• Master’s Chorale members praise God with sacred music
• Christ the King Parish to host Jeff Cavins’ Bible seminar
• Catholic News Around Indiana:
  • Young men grow in faith as ‘Knights of the Holy Temple’
  • St. Louis de Montfort organist receives top honor
• Official Appointment

• Religious Education Supplement

  • A family affair: Three generations of women serve as catechists
  • Column: Encountering Christ: priceless
  • Families bring faith alive in the home
  • Catechetical leaders hone their skills in many ways
  • Adult catechism helps varied groups grow in faith
  • Education Commission includes catechesis in its efforts
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Mass stipends are a gift voluntarily offered to God out of love
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Las limosnas en la misa representan un obsequio ofrecido voluntariamente por amor a Dios
• Editorial: Q & A about Catholicism
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - The story of Potiphar’s wife
• Cornucopia: Time to examine an easy conscience
• Faithful Lines: Pearl of Great Price is a couple’s treasure
• Twenty Something: A letter to Emily
• Be Our Guest: Teenagers need more than a youth minister—they need you!
• Letters to the Editor
  • Children are truly a blessing from above
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Naomi Frey was missionary and educater in Papua New Guinea for 34 years
  • Franciscan Sister Cecilia Schroeder ministered as a teacher and a secretary for the community
• My Journey to God: Mother of Faith

September 21, 2007

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• A father's gift: Special monthly breakfast bring families together
  • Father-child trip to Chicago enhances family relationship
• New statue, Mass in Terre Haute honor St. Theodora
• Holy Angels School celebrates 100 years of Catholic education
  • Anniversary events include reception, dinner-dance, Mass
• Batesville Deanery church receives solemn blessing
• A beautiful tapestry: Jubilarians renew vows at Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass
• Sept. 11 Blue Mass honors selfless public servants
• ‘40 Days for Life’ prayer campaign targets abortion
• Catholic News Around Indiana
  • Delicate gown weaves strong family tradition
  • Priest and nephew, kidney donor and recipient, doing well
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Thank you for your love of Christ and for carrying on his mission
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Gracias por su amor a Cristo y por continuar con su misión
• Editorial: Gratitude is the foundation for authentic Christian living
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Miriam and Zipporah
• Cornucopia: Sometimes the good old days were actually better
• Faithful Lines: Musings at end of Jewish high holy days
• Go and Make Disciples: Cast your net to the other side
• Be Our Guest: Examining philosophy, theology of late Planned Parenthood founder can help in fight to protect all human life
• Letters to the Editor
  • Children are truly a blessing from above
• Events Calendar
  • Indianapolis parish to honor alumni
  • Radio program promotes prayer vigil
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Joseph Patrice Shea taught and did retreat ministry
  • Providence Sister Veronica Wall served as a teacher for 49 years
• My Journey to God: Time to Pray

September 28, 2007

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• Hope for a future: Catholic connections help local business give former inmates a second chance in society
• Archbishop Chaput: Love others and help God change the world
• Father John Sciarra was founding pastor of St. Barnabas Parish
• Cathedral Mass, Life Chains to highlight Respect Life Sunday events
• Providence sisters name shrine coordinator, start children’s Web site
• Public invited to celebrate feast of St. Theodora with Providence sisters
• Campaign coordinators enveloped by parishes’ love in time of need
• What are other parishes planning to do with Legacy for Our Mission funds?
• Deacon candidates take important step toward ordination
• Spencer parishioners praying for assistance to replace St. Jude statue
• Tickets available for annual Celebrating Catholic School Values Dinner on Nov. 7
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Despite challenges, Blessed Teresa kept her life focused on Jesus
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: A pesar de los retos, la Madre Teresa mantuvo su vida concentrada en Jesús
• Editorial: The power of words
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Rahab saves Joshua’s spies
• Cornucopia: God loves a cheerful giver—honest!
• Faithful Lines: Longing for godly peace again and again
• Faith and Family: Beauty will save the world
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader: God’s truth found in Jesus and his holy Catholic Church
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: The Crooked Road

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October

October 5, 2007

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• A gift offered, a gift received: Volunteers, patrons reap rewards at Society of St. Vincent de Paul center
• Archdiocese honors pro-life supporters for their work
• Pro-lifer supporters must continue abortion fight, Keyes says
• Hundreds turn out to support ‘40 Days for Life’ prayer rally
• Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish to host Marian conference
• The Villas of Guérin Woods to offer unique assisted living options
• Archbishop and governor to speak at Catholic Business Exchange programs
• Charitable trust provides families with educational options
• St. Philip Neri teacher was among first CHOICE scholarship recipients
• Men encouraged to recommit their lives to faith and family
• Catholic News Around Indiana
  • Muncie students craft Nativity sets for annual fall festival fundraiser
  • Immigration forum looks at putting Catholic social teaching into action
• Rosary rallies to take place on Oct. 13
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Same Eucharist venerated by St. Theodora and Bishop Bruté sustains our faith
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: La misma Eucaristía venerada por Santa Teodora y el Obispo Bruté es el sustento de nuestra fe
• Editorial: Demise of Iraq’s Christians
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Story of Deborah and Jael
• Cornucopia: Let’s be the first to raise our hand and help
• Faithful Lines: Junk mail can offer worthwhile reflections
• Faith, Hope and Charity: A face for Jesus
• Be Our Guest: Attacks on human life and marriage are prevalent in secular society
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters this week
• Events Calendar
  • RSVP of Central Indiana needs volunteer help
  • St. Mary Parish needs historic photographs
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: While You Were Gone

October 12, 2007

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• An influence felt throughout Indiana: St. Theodora’s first feast day celebrated across archdiocese
• Hundreds celebrate St. Theodora’s feast day with Sisters of Providence
• Monks collaborate on hymn in honor of St. Theodora
• St. Pius X School named Blue Ribbon School of Excellence
• Education awards to honor those who make a difference
  • Awards dinner raises tuition assistance for families in need
• Despite heat, faithful turn out for annual Life Chain, Respect Life Mass
• Official appointments
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Wedding jubilarians are a beacon of hope for youth
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Los celebrantes de bodas son un faro de esperanza para la juventud
• Editorial: Stand up for life in October and beyond
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Jephthah kills his daughter
• Cornucopia: We’re here because we’re here, and let’s make the most of it
• Faithful Lines: Ideas for traveling in good conscience
• Twenty Something: ‘Never forget’ this spiritual tip
• Be Our Guest: Potential donors, former inmates respond to RecycleForce story
• Letters to the Editor
  • Poignant story is a tribute to celebrating family and All Pro Dad
  • Students: St. Luke the Evangelist authored two books in the Bible
  • Let us pray for married couples who choose sterilization, not life
• Events Calendar
  • Centenary of church to be celebrated
  • Used computers are needed for mission
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: The Covered Bridge

October 19, 2007

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• A witness to Christ's Gospel of peace: Comboni Father Michael Barton embraces mission work in war-torn Sudan
• Mission priest inspires vocation in young man he baptized in 1979
• A special breed of student-athlete: Catholic school students earn spot in role model program
• Scecina High School Class of 1957 celebrates 50-year reunion
• Bennett is intern at The Criterion
• Archbishop Buechlein celebrates parish feast day, blesses St. Theodora portrait
• Saint Meinrad president-rector to step down in 2008
• Scripture verse answers life’s important questions, Benkovic says
• Campaign helps parishes reach long-held goals
• Photo spead: Archdiocesan pilgrimage to Portugal, Spain and Lourdes, France (print only)
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Church teaching on cohabitation reflects belief in dignity of marriage
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Las enseñanzas de la Iglesia sobre el concubinato reflejan la creencia en la dignidad del matrimonio
• Editorial: Catholics and political parties
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - The mother of Samson
• Cornucopia: Truth is truth because it’s common sense
• Faithful Lines: Remember children in your prayers
• Go and Make Disciples: Why I love our Hispanic brothers and sisters
• Letters to the Editor
  • Cruelty to the unborn is just as deplorable as cruelty to animals
• Events Calendar
  • Sisters need donations for convent chapel
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Benedictine Father Julius Armbruster was founding member of Blue Cloud Abbey in South Dakota
• My Journey to God: God’s Garden

October 26, 2007

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• Bellisimo: Critically acclaimed movie Bella touches hearts in Indianapolis
• No local screen showings are scheduled for Bella—yet
• How do you count your blessings as a member of the Church?
• Multicultural liturgy marks World Mission Sunday celebration
• United Way grant paves way to build new Holy Family Shelter
• National Catholic radio host Al Kresta visits Indianapolis
• ‘Small miracle’ radio widens local Catholic station’s reach
• Greenwood Marian conference marks Fatima anniversary
• Priest to speak about exorcisms at Theology on Tap’s Halloween program
• Former secretary’s memoir is a loving tribute to Doris Day
• Put God first in your life, archbishop tells business leaders
• Catholic News Around Indiana
  • As veterinarian, Sister Vivian sees ‘how exquisite all of God’s creation is’
• Official Appointments
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Sacraments are a powerful resource which are easily overlooked
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Los sacramentos son un recurso poderoso que generalmente se pasa por alto
• Editorial: The Eucharist is an absolutely free gift
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Samson’s Philistine wife
• Cornucopia: Friendship, just the perfect blendship
• Faithful Lines: Halloween is a tradition that needs refining
• Faith and Family: We’re all called to be saints
• Letters to the Editor
  • A thank you to our dedicated priests
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Where is God?

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November

November 2, 2007

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• A search for hope: Twinning program helps St. Thomas Aquinas pastor and parish form connection of the heart in Haiti
• Intention weekend for Called to Serve appeal is Nov. 3-4
• Budget, campaign and endowment highlighted at annual meeting
• Marian College cyclists win 10th national championship
• The Marian University’s goal? To become ‘a great Catholic university’
• Church sacraments, rites offer grieving parents comfort and solace
• Conference speakers discuss role of Blessed Virgin Mary
• ‘Christmas in St. Louis’ pilgrimage scheduled for Dec. 14-17
• Sisters of Providence celebrate church centennial, Foundation Day
• Ministry performers bring Bible figures, saint to life
• St. Pius V Parish in Troy celebrates 160 years
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Respect for all life is countercultural and unpopular in secular culture
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: El respeto hacia todas las formas de vida resulta impopular y contrario a la cultura laica
• Editorial: The pope and global warming
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Delilah betrays Samson
• Cornucopia: Today is the day we pray to pass the saint test
• Faithful Lines: Meditating on the beauty and blessings of autumn
• Faith, Hope and Charity: When I was a stranger, you welcomed me
• Reflection: American priests in Rome live together in service to the universal Church
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader: School president is wrong to say he’d invite Pelosi to campus
• Events Calendar
  • Missionary image of Our Lady of Guadalupe to be displayed in archdiocese
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Ramona Lunsford was a teacher, principal and archdiocesan schools supervisor
  • Providence Sister Geraldine Cavanaugh served as a teacher and principal
• My Journey to God: Still Life

November 9, 2007

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• Tabernacle dedicated at Bloomington Hospital
• Bella to be shown in Indianapolis, other cities
• Late-night fire damages narthex at St. Lawrence Church
• Planning for 2008 education convention is in full swing
• Support groups help parents cope with infant loss
• Prince of Peace Mausoleum is dedicated on All Souls Day
• Catholic News Around Indiana
  • Diocesan musician ‘discovers a way’ to the National Catholic Youth Conference
  • Ten Commandments monument dedicated in downtown Tipton
• Director of catechesis writes lectionary-based adult catechism
• Three generations compete for CYO football championship
• Tell us how someone’s faith has influenced your spiritual life
• Official Appointment
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Our final goal is union with Jesus in the Father’s house
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Nuestra meta final es la unión con Jesús en la casa del Padre
• Editorial: Dialogue with Muslims is the way to find truth and peace
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - The story of Ruth and Naomi
• Cornucopia: Kids are one more sign of God’s grace
• Faithful Lines: Important lessons from the school of suffering
• Twenty Something: Unleashing the grip of greed
• Be Our Guest: Breast cancer research findings affirm long held pro-life position
• Letters to the Editor
  • St. Anthony of Padua Parish has twinning relationship in Haiti
• Events Calendar
  • Missionary image of Our Lady of Guadalupe is in New Albany Deanery
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Valerie Dillon founded archdiocesan Family Life Office
• My Journey to God: Lector

November 16 , 2007

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• Kelly: Catholic education provides a different view of the world
• Annual leadership retreat helps young people tackle real-life issues
• Cathedral to host eighth annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
• We must protect the lives of those who cannot defend themselves
• ‘The Way, the Truth and the Life’: 20,000 attend National Catholic Youth Conference
• Louisville archbishop prays outside abortion clinic
• Bella begins Nov. 16
• Readers are invited to share favorite Christmas memories

• Youth Supplement

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  • Dancing with their hearts to give hope
  • A sponsor’s gift: Sharing the path to a stronger faith
  • ‘Infinite’ possibilities will mark high school rally
  • One Bread, One Cup provide nourishment for growing youth interest
  • Sacred bond connects Scouts and Christ
  • Trust in God when his call to serve comes
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Young confirmand’s actions provide unexpected grace
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Las acciones de los jóvenes confirmantes ofrecen una gracia inesperada
• Editorial: Annual collection is about eliminating poverty in America
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - Peninnah and Hannah
• Cornucopia: The freebie that entertains and educates us
• Faithful Lines: Wife, mother, teacher, speaker, writer and singer
• Go and Make Disciples: Why our Hispanic brethen come to America
• Be Our Guest: Year-round gratitude for all who support the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters published this week
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: ‘Be Still and Know that I Am God’

November 23 , 2007

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• God on the gridiron: Faith helps football players on and off the field
• Speakers: Be witnesses each day and help build a culture of life
• Benedictine sister rolls out 450 dozen Springerlies holiday German cookies
• Father Rick Nagel forming team to run Mini-Marathon for vocations
• On holy ground: St. Patrick Parish celebrates rededication of cemetery chapel
• Saint Meinrad president-rector shares his experiences with bishops
• Governor: Business is a fellowship that can better society
• Hundreds turn out to pray during ‘40 Days for Life’ campaign
• Share your experiences as a member of the local Church
• Readers are invited to share favorite Christmas memories

• 2007 Accountability Report

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  • Letter from Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein
  • Chief Financial Officer's Report
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Thank you, students, for your prayers and support
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Gracias a los estudiantes por sus oraciones y su apoyo
• Editorial: Our new cardinals
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - David’s wife, Michal
• Cornucopia: New and better reasons for a thankful season
• Faithful Lines: Luke 10:23-37 - Loving neighbors as thyself
• Be Our Guest: Give glory to God each day, and make every day one of Thanksgiving
• Letters to the Editor
  • Kind words about Hispanic community are appreciated by Criterion reader
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: The Tapestry

November 30 , 2007

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• A different kind of Christmas story: Annual Cadeaux Ball assists people in need, builds lifelong friendships
• Prayers of gratitude are offered at annual interfaith service
• Advent penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• Follow saint’s example of loving God and others, priest says
• Confirmation: A way for young people to embrace their faith
• Disciples of Christ: Echo graduates move into catechetical leadership positions
• Three new Echo apprentices begin ministry in archdiocese
• Tell us how someone’s faith has influenced your spiritual life
• Readers are invited to share their favorite Christmas memories
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: We want without delay, but Advent is about what’s worth waiting for
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Anhelamos sin demora, pero el Adviento significa esperar por aquello que vale la pena
• Editorial: American bishops focus on leadership and pastoral priorities
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - David’s second wife, Abigail
• Cornucopia: What a good read or two can teach us about life
• Faithful Lines: More information about our homeless neighbors
• Faith and Family: Past and future come together at end of year
• Be Our Guest: Church steps up to meet growing needs of the most vulnerable in society
• Letters to the Editor
  • Valerie Dillon’s life was an example of the Christian joy of living
  • Reader: Sister Marcie Malone is a pioneer in interfaith relationships
• Events Calendar
  • Missionary image of Our Lady of Guadalupe to be displayed in archdiocese
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Thank You

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December

December 7, 2007

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• A season to believe: Faith helps Bill Lynch lead Hoosiers during emotional ride of loss and hope
• Benedictine Father Julian Peters begins two-year ministry at cathedral
• Saint Meinrad monks author book on the history of prayer
• We are the champions: Bishop Chatard ties record with ninth football state championship
• We are the champions, too: Cathedral High School girls win first-ever state soccer championship
• Holiday Healing Mass held for separated and divorced Catholics
• Archbishop to host Advent vocations day of reflection
• Simbang Gabi Masses are planned in four cities in archdiocese
• Advent penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• Parishes announce Masses, fiestas for feast days of Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Juan Diego
• Advent resources available on archdiocesan Web site
• Dec. 8 is a holy day of obligation
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: Saints Francis Xavier and Theodora Guérin move us to share the Gospel with greater zeal
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: San Francisco Javier y Santa Teodora Guérin nos mueven a compartir el Evangelio con mayor fervor
• Editorial: Israeli-Palestinian conflict
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - The beautiful Bathsheba
• Cornucopia: Wait, wait, the best is yet to come
• Faithful Lines: Children caught in webs of homelessness
• Faith, Hope and Charity: Timeless gifts worth sharing
• Reflection: Beloved companion taught us numerous lessons for life
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reader: Catholic Church should push for better understanding of immigration
• Events Calendar
  • Missionary image of Our Lady of Guadalupe to be displayed in archdiocese
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Praying Hands

December 14, 2007

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• What makes you happy?
  • Young people share their joys in life
  • Seniors find happiness in faith and family | Part 2
• Building bridges: Education and culture cross paths during principal’s visit to Finland
• Serra Club announces 2008 Vocations Essay Contest theme
• Director of catechesis goes on the road to listen and learn
• Trips give Ogorek impressions of faith formation in parishes
• St. Mary parishioners create a new legacy in Greensburg
  • What other parishes are planning to do with Legacy for Our Mission funds
• ‘Just Do What We Do’: Colts Fitness Camp at St. Anthony of Padua School energizes students
• Sisters of St. Benedict honor four jubilarians
• Advent penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• World Day of Consecrated Life Mass to be celebrated on Feb. 2
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: God is waiting for us to find him this Advent
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Dios espera que lo encontremos durante el Adviento
• Editorial: Sports and faith intersect—again
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - The rape of Tamar
• Cornucopia: St. Theodora Guérin, a providential gift to us
• Faithful Lines: Fighting stress with sensible changes and prayer
• Twenty Something: The lesson buried in a boastful Christmas letter
• Letters to the Editor
  • Spending time in perpetual adoration chapels will make us more Christ-like
• Events Calendar
  • Cathedral and Saint Meinrad announce Christmas liturgies
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Christmas Tea

December 21, 2007

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• Immigration response tops local news stories for 2007 | Links to the original stories
• New Internet blog serves as resource for Comboni Father Michael Barton’s work in Sudan
• Christmas Eve procession was a tradition in Madison
• The Criterion and Catholic Center are closed from Dec. 21 to Jan. 1 for Christmas holiday

• Christmas Supplement

  • Christmas Eve in the county
  • The Christmas story as Joseph might have written about it
  • Reader’s share favorite Christmas memories
    • Neighbor’s special present thrills girl with its magic
    • Boy surprises family with solo at Christmas Eve Mass
    • Child treasures memories of books, handmade gifts
    • Mother cherishes memories of son born on Christmas
    • Christmas Mass unites family in their love for Jesus
    • Children teach Santa about true meaning of Christmas
    • Woman misses yesteryear and old-fashioned Christmas in city
    • Broken Nativity set leads woman to conversion experience
    • Dad cooks memorable breakfast on Christmas
    • Novices surprise sisters by singing beautiful carol
    • Video preserves family’s love and special blessings
    • Family’s Christmas dinner continues late into the night
    • Grandma’s house and Dad’s stories are special memories
• Seeking the Face of the Lord: A prayerful celebration of Christmas is our ‘thank you’ to God
• Buscando la Cara del Señor: Una celebración devota de la Navidad es nuestra forma de agradecerle a Dios
• Editorial: Christmas celebrates defenselessness or vulnerability of God
• From the Editor Emeritus: Biblical women - The queen of Sheba
• Cornucopia: Christmas, the time for graceful reconnection
• Faithful Lines: The timeless Nativity story: a biblical wonder
• Go and Make Disciples: New outreach to inactive Catholics
• Faith and Family: Families can spread Christmas joy
• Letters to the Editor
  • Freedom for all means putting an end to abortion
• Events Calendar
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Conventual Franciscan Brother Martin Masler taught at Cardinal Ritter
• My Journey to God: A Child’s Christmas in Vincennes

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