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January 8, 2016

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• ‘God was holding my hand the whole time’: 82-year-old woman shares story of love, faith and fleeing from communism
• Vigil for Life, solemn observance of Roe v. Wade set for Jan. 21 and Jan. 22
• Made a resolution to improve your health this year? Try these health/faith improving methods to strengthen connection with God
• Mass highlights joyful expression of faith and farewell to a friend
• What was in the news on Jan. 7, 1966? First black bishop for the U.S. in the 20th century is ordained, and Race-Religion group moves to Indiana
• Rejoice in the Lord: God is the merciful source of peace and justice for all
  • Alégrense en el Señor: Dios es la fuente misericordiosa de paz y justicia para todos
• Editorial: Welcoming the stranger
• From the Editor Emeritus: Medieval Church - Turmoil in the 14th-century papacy
• It's All Good: Find the courage to say ‘yes’ to God’s plan in life
• Twenty Something: Tackling the new year one heroic minute at a time
• Letters to the Editor
  • Reciting Hail Mary a good practice for extraordinary ministers of holy Communion
• Events Calendar
  • Attorney representing Priests for Life against HHS mandate to speak on Jan. 16
  • St. Patrick Parish in Terre Haute celebrating 60th anniversary of church building on Jan. 17
  • Human trafficking talk set for Jan. 16 at St. John Paul II Parish’s St. Joseph Campus
  • ‘Passion and Purpose for Marriage’ event at St. Luke the Evangelist Church on Jan. 30
  • St. Malachy Parish offers ‘Catholics Returning Home’ series starting on Jan. 12
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: The Holy Family
• The Sunday Readings: Feast of the Baptism of the Lord

January 15, 2016

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• Religious liberty threatened in proposed state civil rights legislation
• Mother’s life of kindness and mercy inspires daughter in her care for others
• Jan. 20 service in Indianapolis to mark Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
• Saint Meinrad Archabbey remains rooted in prayer, service to Church
• What was in the news on Jan. 14, 1966? A new name for the Rhythm Service, prayer in public schools discussed, and the Index of Forbidden Books
• Franciscan Alliance opens its first inpatient hospice facility on south side of Indianapolis
• Rejoice in the Lord: All are called to holiness, the fulfillment of Christian life
  • Alégrense en el Señor: Todos estamos llamados a la santidad: la plenitud de la vida cristiana
• Editorial: Stand up for life in nation’s capital, at home or on a digital pilgrimage
• From the Editor Emeritus: Medieval Church - Seven popes lived in Avignon
• Cornucopia: Sometimes we can learn from what’s not exactly true
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • Jan. 20 lecture focuses on St. Mother Theodore Guérin’s early letters
  • Msgr. Paul Koetter to lead St. Agnes Parish mission on Feb. 7-8 in Nashville
  • Discerning a vocation to religious life? Attend Indy’s Got Sisters weekend retreat
  • Right to Life of Indianapolis Memorial Service for the Unborn set for Jan. 17
  • Applicants sought for ‘GIVEN: Catholic Young Women’s Leadership Forum’
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: God is Hope and Optimism
• The Sunday Readings: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 22, 2016

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• ‘It’s a big part of who I am’: Faith, family and football mark the heart of Marian coach’s two special journeys
• Saint Meinrad Archabbot Justin DuVall announces resignation
• State lawmakers consider expanding protections for the unborn
• New director of Fatima Retreat House is eager to help others in their spiritual lives
• 21 Sisters of Providence celebrate jubilees
• Book offers tips for growth in spiritual life, daily living
• What was in the news on Jan. 21, 1966? Faiths join together to fight poverty, the Anglican Primate to visit the pope, and money saved by archdiocesan Purchasing Office
• Rejoice in the Lord: All life is sacred, especially the most vulnerable
  • Alégrense en el Señor: Toda la vida es sagrada, especialmente la más vulnerable
• Editorial: Christians are the face of mercy, not perfect but forgiven
• From the Editor Emeritus: Medieval Church - The Great Western Schism lasted for 39 years
• That All May Be One: Christmas letter from Muslim highlights spirit of ecumenism
• Worship and Evangelization Outreach: Mere orthodoxy and Pope Francis
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • String sextet to perform free concert on Jan. 25 at St. Meinrad Archabbey
  • ‘Seven Deadly Sins, Seven Lively Virtues’ day of reflection to be held at Fatima Retreat House
  • Saint Meinrad will host a Black History Lecture on Feb. 2
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Unborn Purpose
• The Sunday Readings: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 29, 2016

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• Praying for every life: Local observances of Roe v. Wade decision raise voices for the voiceless
• Pilgrims live out pro-life beliefs while stranded on turnpike
• Evening Vigil for Life reflects ‘darkness’ and the call to be light
• Religious liberty is among freedoms to be protected under proposed bill
• What was in the news on Jan. 28, 1966? Pope Paul VI is concerned about a startling rise in invalid marriages, and the cause of canonization for Blessed John Neumann is opened

• Catholic Schools Week Supplement

  • Column: Give thanks for the amazing impact of Catholic schools
  • Unique process ‘enhances Catholic teaching,’ develops leadership skills
  • Veteran teacher embraces students and their differences
  • 16 success stories of Catholic schools in 2016
  • Focus on Catholic faith and prayer guides teacher and her students
  • High school campus ministry programs help deepen students’ faith
  • Religion teacher hopes his approach will connect students with God
  • New program builds bridge between science and faith
  • Blessings abound as teacher creates special moments for students
  • Learning through play builds strong foundation for pre-K children
  • Space flight helps educator lead students to a new dimension
  • About our Catholic schools and how to afford them
  • Catholic Schools Map
  • Spiritual development of school staffs is key to achieving ultimate goal
  • Archbishop shares special bond and story with seniors
  • Faith and friendship mark senior’s education experience
  • Student savors the bonds with classmates and Christ
  • A father’s love of Providence leads to school’s new chapel
  • Catholic education: A gift that keeps giving through the generations
  • Thank you for your support: Value of Catholic schools to country and Church is indispensable, speaker says
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• Rejoice in the Lord: Answering the call to be missionary disciples
  • Alégrense en el Señor: La respuesta ante el llamado a ser discípulos misioneros
• Editorial: Young people, thank you for your witness of faith
• From the Editor Emeritus: Medieval Church - Debate over the powers of councils
• Cornucopia: Terrorism exists closer to home than we may think
• Emmaus Walk: In good times and bad, recognize God’s omnipresent image
• Faith and Family: St. Benedict’s Rule has ancient wisdom about mercy for families
• Reflection: A challenge to care more deeply about our ‘neighbors’ in Christ
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Events Calendar
  • Mount St. Francis to offer Weekend of Peace for Women retreat on Feb. 12-14
  • Archabbey Library sponsors gallery talk by artist of current exhibit on Feb. 6
  • Notre Dame professor to give lecture at Marian University on Feb. 22
  • Sisters of Providence schedule Lenten book study series on Feb. 13 and March 23
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: A prayerful woman, standing alone
• The Sunday Readings: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time