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August 11, 2023

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St. Thomas More family wins K of C International Family of the Year award
- Una familia de St. Thomas More gana el premio a la Familia Internacional del Año de los Caballeros de Colón
New stage for seminarians focuses on human and spiritual formation
- Bishop Bruté College Seminary launches new initial formation program
Jerry Semler’s deep faith led to leadership in archdiocesan stewardship efforts
Want to make the most of the school year? Here are tips for students, parents
- ‘God is calling you to greatness!’ and other tips for high school students
A tribute to our friend and colleague, Rita Maguire
St. Anne Parish celebrates 150 years of ‘roots’ and ‘resilience’ in New Castle
Biannual grants awarded to parishes, schools and archdiocesan agencies
Serra Club Vocations Essay: St. Peter Julian Eymard’s example leads student to love of the Eucharist
Fall Marriage Supplement
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- New preparation program strives to strengthen marriages in faith
- Ministry for divorced Hispanic Catholics ‘brings hope and healing to families’
  - El ministerio para católicos hispanos divorciados ‘aporta esperanza y sanación a las familias’
- Wedding Announcements
  - Couples may announce engagement or marriage next spring in The Criterion
- Pre-Cana Retreat, Tobit Weekend and One in Christ program prepare engaged couples for marriage
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Christ the Cornerstone: St. Clare of Assisi inspires us to love Christ with all our hearts
- Cristo, la piedra angular: Santa Clara de Asís nos inspira a amar a Cristo con todo el corazón
Editorial: We should not hesitate to call God our Father
Joyful Witness: Just who are the saints of the summer? There are several
Our Works of Charity: Classes through Catholic Charities help empower Hispanic woman
Guest Column: Move into the unknown in life while building the kingdom of God
Twenty Something: Patient hearts and horse dreams
Reflection: A prayer of thanks for people who add joy, grace and love to a school year
Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
Events Calendar
- Celebrate Little Sisters of the Poor’s 150 years in the archdiocese on Aug. 26
- Join St. Mary-of-the-Knobs Parish as it celebrates its 200th anniversary on Oct. 15
Letters to the Editor
- Despite advances, stay in the right direction, keep prayer at the heart of your life
Obituaries
- General listing
- Providence Sister Carolyn Kessler was a professor of applied linguistics for 25 years
- Dominican Father Stanley Drongowski served at St. Paul Catholic Center in Bloomington
- Providence Sister Margaret Heese served in Catholic schools for 33 years
My Journey to God: Illusions
The Sunday Readings: Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
- Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (online only)

August 25, 2023

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‘It was nothing like I could have ever imagined’: Archbishop Thompson and other World Youth Day pilgrims share moments that touched their lives
With 32 seminarians, archdiocese has most potential future priests since 1997
Pro-life advocates rejoice as law saving most unborn babies in Indiana finally takes effect
Indiana Biking for Babies will take place on Sept. 8-10, midpoint rally on Sept. 9
Catholic Charities Terre Haute celebrates 50 years of giving ‘God’s love’
As he retires as CYO’s leader, Scifres pursues new goal to impact coaches, youths
Three women receive Sisters of St. Benedict’s Angels of Grace awards
IPI graduates encouraged to bear fruit in service to others
- Los graduados del IPI están llamados a dar fruto en el servicio a los demás
Christ the Cornerstone: The question that Jesus asks each of us to answer
- Cristo, la piedra angular: La pregunta que Jesús nos pide a cada uno de nosotros que respondamos
The Face of Mercy: Francis Xavier, Theodore Guérin were passionate, Spirit-filled evangelizers
- El rostro de la misericordia: Francisco Javier y Teodora Guérin fueron evangelizadores apasionados y llenos del Espíritu
Editorial: A woman’s story teaches us to persevere on our journey of faith
Worship and Evangelization Outreach: Listening well is an essential part of evangelization
That All May Be One: Interreligious relationships can enrich personal, spiritual life
Faith and Family: Parents teach their children the most important lessons
Reflection: WYD experience provides a great infusion of renewed hope
Investing with Faith: A personal choice: the pros and cons of giving anonymously
Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
Events Calendar
- Right to Life of Johnson and Morgan Counties to host benefit dinner on Sept. 21 in Mooresville
- Catholic Charities Bloomington to host Mental Health Wellness Luncheon on Sept. 20
Letters to the Editor
- Thank you, Archbishop Thompson, for reaffirming God has a plan for us
Obituaries
- General listing
- Providence Sister Adele Beacham served in Catholic schools, parish ministry
- Providence Sister Helen Vinton was an environmental advocate for 43 years
My Journey to God: Sanctuary candle
The Sunday Readings: Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time
- Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time (online only)

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