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October 2, 2020

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• A celebration of love: New grotto at CYO camp honors Blessed Mother and the life of a child who found joy there
• Defining moments shape the life of new vice chancellor of the archdiocese
• Death penalty doesn’t calculate ‘ability to be redeemed and rehabilitated’
• Deacon John Chlopecki was the archdiocese’s first permanent deacon
• Week three: ‘Pray, Learn and Act as Faithful Citizens’
• ‘An absolute and marvelous surprise’: Father Clement Davis revels in God’s blessings in 50 years of priestly ministry
• Passion for Church teachings, public policy guide ICC associate director
  • ‘Beyond Secular Politics’ webinar dates and registration
• The Criterion celebrates 60 years of excellence and service
• Christ the Cornerstone: Mary is a model of both tenderness and courage
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: María es un modelo de ternura y valentía
• Editorial: On praying the rosary
• It's All Good: Focus on the headlines created with family and friends
• Reflection: Amy Coney Barrett and the mission to transform the world into God’s kingdom
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Batesville deanery parishes to host Rosary Octave celebrations on Oct. 6-13
  • St. Christopher parish offers Scripture studies online
  • New film on famous ‘rosary priest’ to debut in Cincinnati theater on Oct. 9
• Letters to the Editor
  • Columns about election remind us to listen and seek understanding
  • ‘Congratulations’ to Mickey Lentz and her 60 years of service to the archdiocese
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Happy Balloon
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 9, 2020

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• At Respect Life Mass, archbishop calls all to ‘ live the Gospel of Life’
  • Respect Life Award winners dedicated to ‘changing culture into a culture of life’
    • Father of aborted child seeks to heal, save other men from ‘lost fatherhood’
    • Couple sees award as nod from God to ‘defend me in precious unborn lives’
  • Standing up for life around central and southern Indiana
• Growing in faith: Film features Holy Angels and a program that helps children soar to their potential
• Catholic Charities-Social Concerns offers Immigration Roundtable Series this month
• Mass offers prayer, sacraments as ‘great aids’ for those with mental health issues
• Documentary reveals the amazing life of the inspiring ‘rosary priest’
• Staples offers tips to prove Resurrection at catechetical event
• Unrest leads to joint statement, ecumenical gathering in New Albany
• Week 4: ‘Pray, Learn and Act as Faithful Citizens’
• Christ the Cornerstone: Pray for the courage and fidelity to imitate Mary
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Recemos por el valor y la fidelidad para imitar a María
• Editorial: An encyclical for all brothers and sisters
• Joyful Witness: Catholics should examine conscience over party loyalty
• Our Works of Charity: We must not remain silent through today’s challenging times
• Twenty Something: Our balm for 2020: the communion of saints
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
• Letters to the Editor
  • Accolades for Mickey Lentz are well-deserved, reader says
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: When I Get to the Crossroads
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 16, 2020

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• ‘We want to belong’: In her search for a home and a purpose, college student finds both in her Catholic faith
• Holy Angels breaks ground after eight years without church
• Father Joseph Villa led parishes in western and southern Indiana
• Red Mass draws legal professionals to pray for guidance of Holy Spirit
• Week 5: ‘Pray, Learn, Act as Faithful Citizens’
• New Birthline location helps ministry ‘walk with more moms in need’
  • Information about Birthline Ministry
• ‘Biking for Babies’ offers powerful witness for the unborn
• Share the blessings and moments from your life this year for which you are especially grateful
• Official Appointments
• Christ the Cornerstone: Follow Mary’s example during this challenging time
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Sigamos el ejemplo de María durante estos tiempos difíciles
• Editorial: Blessed Carlo Acutis offers a witness of Christ for all
• Worship and Evangelization Outreach: Making disciples in parishes to help others encounter Jesus
• That All May Be One: Jesus’ life, death and resurrection is for all humanity
• Sight Unseen: The light from Iota Orionis
• Be Our Guest: Indiana leads the nation in foster care adoptions
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • St. Vincent de Paul ‘Struttin’ Our Stuff’ virtual auction begins Oct. 16
  • New See Life 2020 film launches online
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Take Me Along
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 23, 2020

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• Dispensation for Sunday Mass extended until further notice
• ‘Where I needed to go was home’: The gift of a mother’s love and faith continues on in the life of a daughter
• Speaker conceived in rape says ‘no child is unwanted’ at annual Right to Life dinner
  • RTLI 2020 award winners committed to building a culture of life
• Catholics lead efforts in Mooresville, New Castle to install baby boxes
• Oldenburg Franciscan sisters celebrate their jubilees
• Week 6: Faithful Citizenship Novena
• Official Appointment
• Christ the Cornerstone: Mary reminds us love is the greatest commandment
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: María nos recuerda que el amor es el mandamiento supremo
• The Face of Mercy: We are stewards of all God’s gifts given to us
  • El rostro de la misericordia: Tomos somos corresponsables de los regalos que Dios nos ha dado
• Editorial: Blessed Michael McGivney
• Corrections Corner: Forgiveness is topic at Nov. 21 corrections ministry conference
• Investing with Faith: A consistent giving program is possible, despite tax law changes
• Guest Column: Let’s remind ourselves to find balance in life between activity, being still
• Be Our Guest: Young men and women in southern Indiana, take time to stand up for life
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • ‘Ava’s grace’ ministry offers virtual support and resources for those grieving pre-born or infant loss
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Where Am I?
• The Sunday Readings: Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 30, 2020

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• ‘God, send me a good Catholic girl’: Chance meeting at a game leads to love and a pitch for marriage and family
  • Principal’s focus on growth is rooted in the Catholic faith
  • Parade and award let ‘giver’ know the difference she has made
  • Surprises touch woman who views her work as a gift to God
• Blessed Mother’s love for all is celebrated during archdiocesan event
• St. Mary Parish food pantry wins prestigious award
• Week 7: Pray, Learn, Act as Faithful Citizens
• Share the blessings and moments from your life this year for which you are especially grateful

• 2020 Vocations Awareness Supplement:

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  • Vocations Awareness Supplement highlights the priesthood, diaconate and consecrated life
  • Column: Where there is love, sacrifice is easy
  • ‘God’s guiding hand’: Seminarian sees challenges in life as a preparation for ordained ministry
  • Carmelite nuns pray for suffering world ‘from the heart of the Church’
  • From missionary call to death threats, Father Kalapurackal embraces priesthood
  • Benedictine sisters stay connected in prayer to broader world during pandemic
  • 2020-21 Seminarians
  • Religious in Formation 2020-21
  • Deacon and his wife mentor couples in deacon formation program
  • Sister gives up her fight with God and finds the joy of seeking ‘the more’ in life
  • Three Saint Meinrad monks celebrate anniversaries
  • Conventual Franciscan vocations director journeys in faith with young adults
  • Providence sister brings faith to medical ministry during pandemic
  • Prayer Card and Intentions
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• Christ the Cornerstone: Mary is the queen of everyday saints
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: María es la reina de los santos de la vida cotidiana
• Editorial: Take faith with you into the ballot box
• Faith and Family: The communion of saints is our great family of faith
• Be Our Guest: New engineering school at Marian to help expand university’s vision
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • College seminary offers ‘Storm the Castle’ virtual event for high school males on Nov. 11
  • Rachel’s Vineyard post-abortive healing retreat to be offered on Nov. 13-15
  • COVID-19 stress management webinar to be offered on Nov. 11
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Dorothy Drobis served in Catholic schools for 40 years
• My Journey to God: National Tears
• The Sunday Readings: Solemnity of All Saints