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December 6, 2013

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Gospel mandates: Archbishop Lori relates connection between religious liberty and charity
- Laity plays key role in defending religious liberty, archbishop says
Pope Francis to launch prayer campaign to end global hunger
St. Pius Parish closes, merges into St. Charles Borromeo Parish
Author’s book connects sports and faith—thanks be to ‘God’
College students encouraged to choose a life of holiness
What was in the news on Dec. 6, 1963? Pope Paul VI closes the second session of the council, and announces a trip to the Holy Land
Pilgrimage to Ferdinand ‘started Advent season off right’
Advent penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
Parishes to host Our Lady of Guadalupe celebrations
- Multicultural Nativity scenes exhibit on display at Catholic Center on Dec. 15-16
We are the Champions: Cardinal Ritter, Cathedral win state football titles
Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary hosting open house on Dec. 14 and 15
Men’s Day of Discernment with Archbishop Tobin set for Dec. 21
Editorial: ‘The Joy of the Gospel’
From the Editor Emeritus: The parallel annunciations in Luke’s Gospel
Its All Good: If you don’t fit the world standards, you’re in good company
Faith, Hope and Charity: God’s love - The greatest gift of all
Letters to the Editor
- No letters were printed this week
Events Calendar
- SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral to host Gaudete Sunday concert on Dec. 15
- Youth Chorale to present Christmas program at Saint Meinrad on Dec. 14
- Mass of consolation to be celebrated at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church on Dec. 20
- Children’s art, poetry and prose entries sought for ‘Try Prayer! It Works!” contest
Obituaries
- General listing
- Providence Sister Bernice Kuper taught in Catholic schools, served as novice director
My Journey to God: The Miracle of the Cup
The Sunday Readings: Second Sunday of Advent

December 13, 2013

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Grateful to God: Archbishop Tobin’s first year as shepherd is marked by Church’s diversity and unity of faith family
Indiana bishops issue statement on dignity of persons, marriage
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St. Mary-of-the-Rock Parish and St. Anne Parish in Hamburg merge with Holy Family Parish in Oldenburg in Batesville Deanery
St. Denis Parish closes, merges into Immaculate Conception Parish
On 10th anniversary, African Catholic Ministry members encouraged to continue ‘grand vision’
Archbishop Lori sees hope in court decisions regarding HHS mandate
Love of family is reflected in giving to children and families in need
What was in the news on Dec. 13, 1963? The ecumenical motivation of the pope’s upcoming Holy Land trip, and disappointment over the council
Advent penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral and Saint Meinrad announce Christmas liturgies
Editorial: Stewardship saves Christmas
From the Editor Emeritus: A Savior is born who is Messiah and Lord
Cornucopia: Christmas, anyone? Let’s truly enjoy this season of generous love
Twenty Something: Waiting for a baby - On Advent and adoption
Letters to the Editor
- No letters were printed this week
Events Calendar
- SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral and Saint Meinrad announce Christmas liturgies
Obituaries
- General listing
- Providence Sister Eleanor Pierce taught in Catholic schools for 49 years
- Providence Sister Mary Margaret Quinn ministered at Holy Angels Parish for 34 years
My Journey to God: A Rose in December
The Sunday Readings: Third Sunday of Advent

December 20, 2013

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A Christmas message from Archbishop Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R.
Archdiocesan Catholics donate $171,000 to typhoon relief effort
Sweeping changes to Batesville Deanery and NCYC top local news stories
24 Sisters of Providence celebrate milestone jubilees
Letter shares amazing story of Savior’s birth, Holy Family’s plight
Readers share their favorite Christmas memories
Priest’s commitment to vocation, others shines in new novel
Society of St. Vincent de Paul still seeking end-of-year vehicle donations
The Criterion and Catholic Center are closed from Dec. 24 to Jan. 1 for Christmas holiday
Editorial: On serving the poor
From the Editor Emeritus: The visit of the Magi and the flight into Egypt
Faith and Family: Love is at the root of the reality of Christmas
Catholic Education Outreach: Keeping Christ in Christmas in our family of faith
Letters to the Editor
- No letters were printed this week
Events Calendar
- Society of St. Vincent de Paul still seeking end-of-year vehicle donations
Obituaries
- General listing
- Joseph F. Casey, the father of Father Noah Casey, loved the Irish community of St. John the Evangelist
My Journey to God: Music
The Sunday Readings: Fourth Sunday of Advent

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