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February 5, 2021

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• The fullness of knowing and loving someone: Young mother experiences joy and love in her journey to a deeper relationship with God
• Advocates for Indiana’s poorest families seek updated support
• Archbishop, priests to offer Stations of the Cross reflection podcasts during Lent this year
• Saint Meinrad monk professes solemn vows on Jan. 25
  • Saint Meinrad Archabbey receives new novices into community
  • Benedictine novice professes temporary vows at Saint Meinrad
• Former abortion doctor to speak at 40 Days for Life event in Indy
  • Spring 40 Days for Life starts on Feb. 17; Indy adds nighttime pray-at-home slots
• Office of Worship shares guidance on Lenten liturgies during pandemic
  • What the Catechism of the Catholic Church says about Lent
  • Lenten disciplines each year include fasting, almsgiving, prayer
  • Check your parish for opportunities to receive the sacrament of reconciliation during Lent
• Christ the Cornerstone: Scripture reminds us the Lord heals our brokenness
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Las Escrituras nos recuerdan que el Señor sana nuestros quebrantos
• Editorial: Be a light to help overcome the darkness of abortion
• Pastoral Ministries: A reflection on Black history and Catholicism
• It's All Good: No act of love is too small to go unnoticed by God
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Dominican Sisters of Adrian, Mich., offer ‘Zoom and See’ weekend
  • Webinars on unaccompanied children available on Thursdays in February
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Martha Ann Rifner served in Catholic schools for 32 years
  • Batesville native Franciscan Father Jack Wintz served in Catholic media for decades
• My Journey to God: Salvation
• The Sunday Readings: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

February 12, 2021

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• ‘I’ve tried to make the most of it’: Faith, family and Seton community help small school star live his NBA dream
• Expansion to school choice program under consideration at Statehouse
• ‘A hopeful moment’: Church dedication points to a positive future for Greenfield parish in a time of pandemic
• Deadline is March 15 for ministry fellowship with Holy Land pilgrimage
• Father John Peter Gallagher served in archdiocesan high schools, parishes
• Learn from Mother Theodore when it comes to facing challenges
• Confessions to be heard for 12 hours on Fridays in Lent in Batesville Deanery
  • Batesville Deanery penance schedule
• Archbishop, students and families celebrate gifts of Catholic education in Mass
• Christ the Cornerstone: Lord’s healing touch can unite us, heal our wounds
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El toque sanador del Señor puede unirnos y curar heridas
• The Face of Mercy: Pope Francis prays for integrity in communications
  • El rostro de la misericordia: El papa Francisco reza por la integridad en las comunicaciones
• Editorial: Day will serve as a reminder of gifts of grandparents, elderly
• Joyful Witness: Loosening our grip helps us yield to God’s control
• Our Works of Charity: Mental health professionals deal with range of life issues
• Guest Column: Listen, pray for God’s wisdom to speak his words of faith
• Twenty Something: When an obituary becomes a prayer
• Reflection: Mardi Gras is a Catholic thing
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Mount St. Francis offering six ‘Letting Go’ Zoom sessions starting on Feb. 18
  • Benedict Inn offering six ‘Combating Racism’ sessions starting on Feb. 23
  • Webinars on unaccompanied children available on Thursdays in February
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Charles Van Hoy served in Catholic schools for 32 years
  • Providence Sister Emily Walsh served as an educator and librarian
  • Providence Sister Patricia McIntyre served in education for 34 years
  • Providence Sister Catherine White served in education, child and youth protection
• My Journey to God: Wrath of COVID-19
• The Sunday Readings: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

February 19, 2021

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• ‘A show of solidarity’: Prayer service shows Burmese community in the archdiocese ‘our hearts are with you’
  • A summary of military rule and recent events in Myanmar
• New website hopes to set Catholic youths on fire for their faith
• Legal path to driving for undocumented population gaining traction
• Bloomington parish seeks interns to increase outreach to IU students
• How has the COVID-19 pandemic had an impact on your faith?
• In this ‘Year of St. Joseph,’ tell us how he has impacted your life and your faith
• Official Appointments
• Christ the Cornerstone: Lenten season is a time of healing and hope
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La Cuaresma es una época de oración, ayuno y limosna
• Editorial: Use Lent as a time of conversion, to draw closer to the Lord
• Worship and Evangelization Outreach: Pay attention to the other Scripture at Mass this Lent
• That All May Be One: Ecumenism offers practical, pastoral ways to live out the Gospel
• Sight Unseen: A perfect place to start
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Day of reflection at Fatima Retreat House will focus on the Eucharist
• Letters to the Editor
  • Jesus showed us the way; are we willing to follow?
• My Journey to God: As I Get Older
• The Sunday Readings: First Sunday of Lent

February 26, 2021

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• ‘I just try to remember that God has a plan for all of us’: Young woman follows her dream to fulfill wishes of children, youths facing cancer
• Climate is mixed for environmental issues important to Church
• How has the COVID-19 pandemic had an impact on your faith?
• In this ‘Year of St. Joseph,’ tell us how he has influenced your life and your faith

• Spring 2021 Marriage Supplement

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  • Wedding coordinators help sacramental marriages get ‘off to a great start’
  • Couples should seek ‘mind of the Church’ when planning wedding liturgy
  • Pre-Cana Conference, Tobit Weekend and One in Christ program prepare engaged couples for marriage
  • Wedding Announcements
    • Couples may announce engagement or marriage this fall in The Criterion
• Christ the Cornerstone: The essential connection between love and sacrifice
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La conexión esencial entre el amor y el sacrificio
• Editorial: 40 Days for Life campaign can be a season of hope
• Corrections Corner: Let’s do our part to support those incarcerated
• Faith and Family: ‘Divine choreography’ makes marriage a beautiful dance
• Be Our Guest: Thanks to all who helped with Mass remembering 2,400-plus unborn children
• Investing with Faith: Planned giving, estate planning help parishes in times of need
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Franciscan Sisters offer weekly virtual Lenten ‘I AM’ series in March
  • ‘The Third Option’ skills-based virtual group sessions help build better marriages
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Jacquelyn Hoffman served as a music teacher for 50 years
• My Journey to God: The Word of Truth
• The Sunday Readings: Second Sunday of Lent