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January
January 10, 2014
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- ICC gears up
for legislative
work as
lawmakers
return to
state Capitol
- What was in the news on Jan. 10, 1964? Pope Paul VI makes a historic trip to the Holy Land, and an editorial rails again miscegenation laws
- ‘Incredible blessing’: Catholic radio station pays off $2.25 million lease, moves to new location
- Archbishop Tobin to preach at Jan. 19 ecumenical prayer service at cathedral
- Pastor hopes to see new life come from merger of parishes
- Editorial: Following the Star of Wonder
- From the Editor Emeritus: Beginning a series about the Old Testament
- Cornucopia: As the famous song remind us, life is but a dream
- It's All Good: In times of trial, remember you are the body of Christ
- Twenty Something: Cold hands,
young heart -
The wonder
of winter
- Letters to the Editor
- No letters were printed this week
- Events Calendar
- ‘Catholics Returning Home’ program offered at St. Malachy in Brownsburg
- Pen and ink drawings on display at Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library
- Archdiocesan solemn observance of Roe v. Wade set for Jan. 22 in Indianapolis
- Obituaries
- General listing
- Caroline Ann Newton, mother of Father Joseph
Newton, was a member of Our Lady of the
Greenwood Parish in Greenwood
- Katherine Svarczkopf, mother of
Msgr. Mark Svarczkopf, was a member
of several Indianapolis area parishes
- My Journey to God: Epiphany’s Message
- The Sunday Readings: Feast of the Baptism of the Lord
January 17, 2014
January 24, 2014
January 31, 2014
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February
February 7, 2014
February 14, 2014
February 21, 2014
February 28, 2014
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March
March 7, 2014
March 14, 2014
March 21, 2014
March 28, 2014
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April
April 4, 2014
April 11, 2014
April 18, 2014
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- Easter liturgies are set at cathedral and Saint Meinrad
- Former fashion model: ‘Modesty is about revealing our dignity’
- Divine Mercy Sunday services will be on April 27
- What was in the news on April 17, 1964? A joint campaign for civil rights, a call for episcopal unity and a hope for moral means of regulating families
- Coming back to the Church fills a void in man’s life
- An amazing story of death and Resurrection worth sharing
- Anderson Woods offers camp that ‘gets into nature,’ changing lives of children and adults with special needs
- Rejoice in the Lord: We are invited
to experience,
share the joy
of Easter
- Editorial: Christ is risen! He is risen, indeed! Alleluia!
- From the Editor Emeritus: Old Testament - With Moses away, the Israelites sin
- Catholic Education Outreach: Francis Who?! Blessed in his sharing of the faith in the U.S.A.
- Reflection: Oh, for the good old days, when people practiced their religion
- Letters to the Editor
- Reader sees little hope
for common ground
between Church,
president
- Events Calendar
- May 3 Gospel concert will raise money for Black Catholic Theology and Spirituality Institute
- Get muddy, have fun at Mudder’s Day Run on May 10 in Indianapolis
- Faustina: First saint of 21st century portrayed in one-woman play
- Obituaries
- My Journey to God: Easter Chorus
- The Sunday Readings: Easter Sunday
April 25, 2014
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May
May 2, 2014
May 9, 2014
May 16, 2014
May 23, 2014
May 30, 2014
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June
June 6, 2014
June 13, 2014
June 20, 2014
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- Fortnight for Freedom: the liberty to serve others in need
- Couple’s love and faith lead them to embrace Church’s great gift in sacramental marriage
- Benedictine Father Gregory Chamberlin ministered in Tell City Deanery Parishes, Evansville Diocese, college seminary
- Members of three Indianapolis parishes make appeals to Archbishop Tobin regarding mergers
- ‘Forming global Church leaders’: Priest, seminarians broaden perspectives through immersion experience
- What was in the news on June 19, 1964? ‘Socialization’ norms outlined by the Vatican, and Dutch theologian says changes possible in papal role
- Rejoice in the Lord: Corpus Christi celebrates the eucharistic mystery
- Editorial: The World Cup - ‘A celebration of solidarity between peoples’
- From the Editor Emeritus: Old Testament - Stories of Gideon, Abimelech, Jephthah, Samson
- Catholic Education Outreach: Pastoral care for our teens in crisis is needed to stop suffering
- Letters to the Editor
- Are there valid reasons
for couples who have ‘intentionally childless
marriages?’
- Column shows child who
is wise beyond his years,
reader says
- Events Calendar
- Women’s Care Center will hold informational meeting on June 21
- Benedict Inn offers two-part spiritual writing workshop starting on July 19
- Volunteers needed for June 28 interfaith effort at Gleaners Food Bank
- Obituaries
- General listing
- Franciscan Sister Kathleen McShay ministered for 48 years in schools, parishes and hospitals
- My Journey to God: Consecration
- The Sunday Readings: Feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Corpus Christi
June 27, 2014
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July
July 4, 2014
July 11, 2014
July 18, 2014
July 25, 2014
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August
August 1, 2014
August 8, 2014
August 15, 2014
August 22, 2014
August 29, 2014
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September
September 5, 2014
September 12, 2014
September 19, 2014
September 26, 2014
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October
October 3, 2014
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- Respect Life
Month: Efforts show how people are building a
culture of life across the archdiocese
- Governor Pence lauds group celebrating a decade of faith, friendship and business connections
- Marian University to host
lecture on ecumenism by
Orthodox leader on Oct. 20
- Sister, priests to be recognized at Intercultural Ministry Awards dinner
- What was in the news on October 2, 1964? The council
restores the permanent diaconate, and our editor reports
on the historic nature of the vote on collegiality
- ‘Faith in Action’ radio show features local Catholic stories
- Judge, deacon encourages balance of faith and profession
- Hispanic Connection of Southern Indiana moves to new home
- Share memories, reflections on Mass being celebrated
in English for the first time after Vatican II
- Veterans encouraged to share their stories of faith
- Official Appointments
- Rejoice in the Lord: Bright spots, shadows facing today’s families
- Editorial: The synod on the family
- From the Editor Emeritus: Old Testament - Chronicles repeats Judah’s history
- It's All Good: Take time to practice humility because none of us knows it all
- Faith, Hope and Charity: The challenge of
loving others—no matter what
- Letters to the Editor
- Supporting the unborn
and poor based on a love
and respect for the most
vulnerable in society
- Criterion editors must
always ‘speak the truth
in love,’ reader says
- Events Calendar
- Free Natural Family Planning presentation at St. Joan of Arc Parish on Oct. 8
- Summit on Catholic education in the black community set for Oct. 4
- Sisters of Providence offer weekend of discernment
- Obituaries
- General listing
- Providence Joanna Brown ministered for 50 years in Catholic education in Indiana, Illinois and Oklahoma
- My Journey to God: Each of Us is a Masterpiece of God’s Creation
- The Sunday Readings: Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
October 10, 2014
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- Stewards of life: Theme for Respect Life Sunday identifies all people as ‘masterpieces of God’s creation’
- Archbishop Tobin changes status of St. Denis Church in Jennings County
- Two Clark County parishes to be merged, new parish formed
- Archbishop Tobin accepts 21 men as deacon candidates
- UCA funds helped ‘connect us with our son’ through adoption service
- What was in the news on October 9, 1964? The Council admits faults toward other churches and a local guide is released for parents of teenagers
- Rejoice in the Lord: Celebrating the joys and challenges of family life
- Editorial: October is Mary’s month, a time to reverence and respect life
- From the Editor Emeritus: Old Testament - Jeremiah, a model of Jesus Christ
- Cornucopia: Seeing beyond the crippling dimension of blindness
- Twenty Something: Self-reflection in the age of selfies
- Letters to the Editor
- ‘Pray, pray, pray’ to combat spiritual warfare that we face
- Despite changes in governance, some still feel neglected, reader says
- Events Calendar
- Oct. 17 caregiver conference features bioethics expert Bishop Timothy Doherty
- Marian University to host Oct. 20 lecture on ecumenism by Orthodox leader
- Day of formation, recollection offered for liturgical music ministers on Oct. 18
- St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities of New Albany to hold fundraiser on Nov. 1
- Presentation on Church teaching about annulments set for Oct. 22 in Indianapolis
- Evening of prayer, support for couples struggling with infertility on Oct. 19
- Obituaries
- My Journey to God: My Finest Friend
- The Sunday Readings: Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
October 17, 2014
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- ‘God gives us opportunities’: Soldier’s care, father’s love and child’s legacy continue to offer hope to Afghan children
- Parish responds to Connersville drug crisis by scheduling a ‘novena of rosary walks’
- Lentz honored at Red Mass, lawyers encouraged to stay close to God
- Klipsch receives Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Award
- Students for Life president Kristan Hawkins shares experiences about counseling teens and invading Planned Parenthood
- Archbishop Tobin
leads pilgrimage
to Vincennes, ‘where it all began’ for the archdiocese
- Ryan named new president of Society of St. Vincent de Paul council in Indy
- What was in the news on October 16, 1964? An attempt to thwart the Council is stopped, and suggestions made for clergy attire and church décor
- Deadline to apply for fall grants for schools, parishes and ministries is Oct. 31
- UCA funds help support professional development of teachers, youth ministers, religious educators in the archdiocese
- Official Appointment
- Rejoice in the Lord: Families are called to holiness, the great vocation of love
- Editorial: Do not abandon the elderly
- From the Editor Emeritus: Old Testament - The adventures of Daniel in Babylon
- That All May Be One: The prayer of the Church furthers Christian unity
- Catholic Education Outreach: ‘These’ are God’s children
- Letters to the Editor
- Bishops need to
re-examine their support
of Catholic Climate
Covenant, reader says
- Events Calendar
- Nov. 14-16 retreat in Bloomington will feature G.K. Chesterton expert
- Roncalli High School Class of 1974 to hold 40th class reunion on Oct. 18
- Indianapolis all-girl Catholic high schools Mass and luncheon to be held on Nov. 2
- Annual St. Martin de Porres Mass set for Nov. 3 in Indianapolis
- Obituaries
- My Journey to God: Show Me the Way
- The Sunday Readings: Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time
October 24, 2014
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- Synod meets
its objective,
sets agenda
for yearlong
consultation
and discussion
- Speaker: ‘We are winning the war against abortion at the local level’
- Men encouraged to trust God, let him sow seeds
- Father James Rogers, ordained for Indy diocese, later served in Evansville Diocese
- Sisters of
Providence plan
year of events for
175th anniversary
of order’s and
college’s founding
- What was in the news on October 23, 1964? Vatican II deals with the modern world, Pope Paul VI to India and a date is set for the Mass in English
- Pastoral musicians invited to be a part of St. Cecilia Sing, Mass on Nov. 23
- Teacher, coach and school in archdiocese earn national recognition
- With United Catholic Appeal funds, donors help ensure quality vocations throughout the archdiocese
- Share memories, reflections on Mass being celebrated in English for the first time after Second Vatican Council
- Veterans encouraged to share their stories of faith
- All Saints Day is not a holy day of obligation this year
- Rejoice in the Lord: Families are source of life, schools of love and joy
- Editorial: The voice of moderation, the voice of the Church
- From the Editor Emeritus: Old Testament - The popular story of Tobiah and Sarah
- Corncupia: Have we missed something along the way?
- Letters to the Editor
- Take responsibility as faithful citizens seriously, oppose intrinsic evils
- When it comes to wages, is government intervention really the right answer?
- Events Calendar
- Six Divorce and Beyond sessions scheduled from Nov. 17-Dec. 22
- Workshop and celebration on Nov. 1
to focus on black Catholic saints
- Seasons of Hope bereavement group sessions offered in Indianapolis
- Obituaries
- My Journey to God: Where Peace Resides
- The Sunday Readings: Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
October 31, 2014
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November
November 7, 2014
November 14, 2014
November 21, 2014
November 28, 2014
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December
December 5, 2014
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- Sharing the gift of Christmas: Handcrafted Nativity stables reflect stories of the faith for longtime Oldenburg resident
- ‘Hope has come to town’ as
Women’s Care Center opens
next to Planned Parenthood
- Two Indianapolis east side parishes form a ‘union in Christ’
- Parish men’s group uses flair for frying to feed people in need
- Archdiocesan parishes to host Our Lady of Guadalupe celebrations
- What was in the news on December 4, 1964? Editorials note the reaction to the ‘new Mass,’ and the launching of an important space mission
- Partnership help Morris parish build community in Haiti
- Parish music director hits high note in winning international contest
- Students aim high in leading village’s special Christmas event
- Benedictine Father Anthony Vinson receives national vocation award
- Advent penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
- SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral
announces Christmas liturgies
- End 2014,
begin 2015 with
New Year’s Eve
Mass at SS. Peter
and Paul Cathedral
- Dec. 8 is
holy day of
obligation
- Readers are invited to share
their favorite Christmas
memories in Dec. 19 issue
- Rejoice in the Lord: Staying close to Mary, mother of Jesus, our mother
- Editorial: Advent is the season of hope, Mary is the star
- From the Editor Emeritus: Old Testament - Suffering is not a sign of wickedness
- It's All Good: This Christmas, view the Nativity scene with new eyes of faith
- Faith, Hope and Charity: Look around: Does hope have an address near you?
- Be our Guest: After Ferguson decision, Sisters of Providence encourage ongoing dialogue
- Letters to the Editor
- Papal audience photo
shares enlightened
spirit of ecumenism, reader says
- Events Calendar
- Sisters of Providence announce Advent prayer service times
- Saint Meinrad Seminary hosting Advent Lessons and Carols service in chapel on Dec. 7
- Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish in New Albany to hold Mass of Consolation on Dec. 19
- Obituaries
- General listing
- Franciscan
Sister Laurencia
Listerman
ministered for
50 years in
Catholic schools
- My Journey to God: Where is the Crowd Waiting for Jesus?
- The Sunday Readings: Second Sunday of Advent
December 12, 2014
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- ‘The biggest
thing is we
love each other’: Despite differences, couple supports each other through respect, love and patience
- Tinder’s longtime commitment to CYO leads to 2014 National Catholic Youth Ministry Award
- Lawrenceburg Catholics host Thanksgiving meal for people in need
- Priest-turned-dancer cuts a rug for a worthy cause
- What was in the news on December 11, 1964? The hierarchy is critical of movie trends, and Catholics adjust to the ‘New Mass’
- Former chaplain receives prestigious Franciscan Alliance award
- Seniors lead Cathedral to Class 5A state title—again
- Archdiocese seeks representatives to attend 2015 World Meeting of Families
- Advent penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
- Christmas
schedule
announced at
Saint Meinrad
Archabbey Church
- SS. Peter and Paul
Cathedral announces
Christmas liturgies
- End 2014,
begin 2015
with New Year’s
Eve Mass at
SS. Peter and
Paul Cathedral
- Rejoice in the Lord: Advent is a time of preparation for Christ’s coming
- Editorial: Slow down, witness to Christ during Advent, Christmas and beyond
- From the Editor Emeritus: Old Testament - Book of Proverbs teaches wisdom
- Cornucopia: Fiddler on the Roof lauded tradition, and so should we
- Twenty Something: Light the candles,
pour the wine -
the Catholic call
to celebrate
- Letters to the Editor
- Sisters’ letter was
thoughtful, but
misleading, reader says
- Events Calendar
- Event to raise funds for adoption to be held at St. Barnabas Parish on Dec. 13
- Jan. 10 Marriage on Tap event has Dec. 28 registration deadline
- Centre College Choir to perform Christmas concert in Jeffersonville on Dec. 16
- Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center to host Blue Christmas Prayer Service on Dec. 21
- Obituaries
- General listing
- Dominican Sister of Peace Ruth Elsner taught in Cuba, ministered in retreat centers
- My Journey to God: Finding God in the Chaos
- The Sunday Readings: Third Sunday of Advent
December 19, 2014
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