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January

January 12, 2024

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• Knights of Columbus support is ‘pivotal’ in growth of Safe Haven Baby Boxes
• A surprising question leads to a dramatic transformation, revealing God’s presence and healing power
• Feb. 25 dinner will help Catholic Radio Indy mark 20th anniversary
• Annual Indiana March for Life schedule includes events on Jan. 21-22
• 40 Days for Life spring campaign will take place on Feb. 14-March 24 in Bloomington and Indianapolis
• St. Andrew Dinner helps young men learn about the priesthood
• Congress for Spanish-speaking women in archdiocese addresses strength, dignity
• Who or what helped you navigate the first years of married life?
• Christ the Cornerstone: A vision for peace in our hearts and our world
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Una visión para la paz en nuestros corazones y en nuestro mundo
• The Face of Mercy: To say ‘yes’ to the Prince of Peace means saying ‘no’ to war
  • El rostro de la misericordia: Decir ‘sí’ al Príncipe de la paz significa decir ‘no’ a la guerra
• Editorial: Peacemaking in the New Year
• Evangelization Outreach: New year’s resolution: don’t meditate! Let me explain
• Guest Column: What if … we become the people God has created us to be?
• Twenty Something: Saluting the chroniclers: put 2024 on paper
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • ‘Understanding the Mass’ presentation will take place at Good Shepherd Parish on Jan. 21
  • Feb. 3 soup bowl fundraiser for Catholic Charities Terre Haute features works of local artists and chefs
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Lucille Nolan was a music educator, parish music leader
  • Franciscan Sister Marie Camille Schmaltz served in Catholic schools for 46 years
• My Journey to God: New Year’s Resolutions
• The Sunday Readings: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 19, 2024

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• Parents find God’s healing presence in their extra time with their ‘miracle child’
• Young adults: A powerful way to start the new year—and the hopes and the challenges ahead for them
  • Young adult conference gives Archbishop Thompson a feeling of ‘hope and joy’
• ICC brings voice of Church to legislature, calls on Catholics to engage on issues
• Mass Excursions: St. Augustine Parish is ‘right at the heart of it all’ in Jeffersonville
• Fathers & Families Center builds strong fathers to strengthen families
• Who or what helped you navigate the first years of married life?
• Jan. 23 prayer service for Christian unity is cancelled
• Christ the Cornerstone: Protecting the unborn begins with loving moms, changing hearts
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Proteger a los niños no nacidos empieza por amar a sus madres y cambiar los corazones de otros
• Editorial: Events offer a reminder we must continue protecting life
• Joyful Witness: God puts the right people in our lives for just the right season
• That All May Be One: Like a priest and a pope, let us pray that ‘all may be one’
• Our Works of Charity: Join us in mission to end poverty and uphold human dignity
• Reflection: Despite freeing of captives, suffering of Church in Nicaragua continues
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Wedding Reception for Married Couples dinner/dance set for Feb. 10 in Greenwood
  • Woman’s Day of Reflection to take place at Saint Meinrad Archabbey on March 6
• Letters to the Editor
  • Like Jesus, let’s give God our best gift: obedience to his will and serving others
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Light in the Dark
• The Sunday Readings: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 26, 2024

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• Crowd of 1,800 at Mass before Indiana March for Life proves ‘united we stand’
• Archbishop Thompson encourages faithful to participate in archdiocesan research study
  • El arzobispo Thompson anima a los feligreses a participar en el estudio de investigación de la Arquidiócesis
• How to receive The Criterion’s e-newsletter
• Day of prayer for priestly vocations set for Feb. 9 at Indianapolis church
• Official Appointments

• 2024 Catholic Schools Week Supplement

  • Rooted in the Eucharist and Christ’s love for all, Catholic schools change lives
  • Archbishop Charles C. Thompson: Our 67 Catholic schools share a primary focus: ‘salvation of souls’
  • In her first year as a Catholic school educator, a woman finds joy and learns about the changing state of Catholic education
  • Why choose Catholic schools? The Eucharist is our foundation
  • Catholic high school creates a life-defining transformation on teenager
  • A senior retreat brings ‘a family’ even closer together
  • Eye-opening moments lead a senior closer to God, his faith and his classmates
  • A challenging time for a family shows the love they found in Catholic schools
  • A choice to embrace the Eucharist: Students live the essence of the Catholic faith
  • From a beautiful transition to a lasting impact, pastor sings the praises of Catholic education
  • Schools instill in students ‘the value of service in the parish and beyond’
  • The chosen: two archdiocesan schools named national Blue Ribbon School
  • A touch of Providence guides principal in his response to students
  • As she leads by example, a teacher hopes her students choose Jesus in their hearts
  • Photos: Celebrating the Joy, Faith and Hope of a Catholic Education
  • Curious children lead a teacher to a ‘home’ where God wants her to be
  • MTCA food pantries relieve hunger, stress of students and families
  • Volunteerism helps create a ‘family feel’ between a parish and its school
  • Photos: A year of celebrating the fun and friendships of the Catholic Youth Organization
  • Catholic high schools continue their success in sports
  • Indiana’s ‘Choice’ program helps families seeking a Catholic education
  • Tax-credit scholarships now available for early childhood education programs
  • How to afford a Catholic School Education
  • Catholic Schools Map
  • Download the Entire Supplement (PDF format)
• Christ the Cornerstone: The Church follows Christ in loving, serving the poor
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La Iglesia sigue a Cristo al amar y servir a los pobres
• Editorial: Faith, community and a call to serve others connect our Catholic schools
• Correction Ministries: Affording housing is a challenge for many re-entering society
• Journey of the Heart: A car’s special feature drives home the point of how God steers our lives when we are vulnerable
• Faith and Family: The Eucharist fills all families with grace, maybe especially those with noisy children
• Be Our Guest: Eucharist Revival is allowing MTCA to bring its students closer to Christ
• Be Our Guest: A ‘love story’: Teacher sees students develop an intimate relationship with the Blessed Sacrament
• Investing with Faith: Charitable gift annuities offer an added incentive to help God’s work
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Retreat centers offer Lenten/Triduum retreat and reflection opportunities
  • Vocations essay contest submissions sought from students in grades 7-12
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• My Journey to God: You Be the One
• The Sunday Readings: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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February

February 2, 2024

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• Sisters of Life tell record Indiana March for Life crowd ‘you are a hope to this nation’
  • Teens at Indiana March for Life youth rally reminded that ‘God is pro-your-life’
  • Photos: ‘You are a hope to this nation’
• New Catholic lawmaker aiming to help Hoosiers with disaster relief
• E6 Catholic Men’s Conference to take place on Feb. 17 in St. Leon
• A childhood hardship and ‘a miracle’ help to guide a principal
• Archdiocese’s Catholic schools form new partnership with accreditation program
• How to receive The Criterion’s e-newsletter
• Christ the Cornerstone: The Presentation of the Lord foretells both sorrow and joy
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La Presentación del Señor presagia tanto el dolor como la alegría
• Editorial: Are you open to new ideas to draw closer to God? If so, consider these
• Guest Column: Father, Son, Holy Spirit: Is now a time to change your prayer routine?
• Be Our Guest: Feb. 12 Mass, program remember unborn children tragically lost to abortion
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Benedictine Father Louis Hacker served as abbot of Corpus Christi Abbey in Sandia, Texas
• My Journey to God: I Hear the Wind Blowing
• The Sunday Readings: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

February 9, 2024

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• Dearborn County Catholics celebrate 200 years of eucharistic faith and service
• Woman embraces God’s presence in her journey from brokenness to beauty
• Archbishop Thompson encourages faithful to participate in archdiocesan research study
  • El arzobispo Thompson anima a los feligreses a participar en el estudio de investigación de la Arquidiócesis
• Synod listening sessions to take place on March 16, March 23 in archdiocese
• Tragic fire spotlights faulty safeguards for renters in Indiana
• Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
  • Lenten disciplines include fasting,almsgiving, prayer
  • What the Catechism says about Lent
• Discounted passes, scholarships are available for NEC in July
  • Wanted: Volunteers to assist at the National Eucharistic Congress
  • Bilingual talk on the Eucharist by NEC leader will take place at St. Michael Church in Charlestown on Feb. 27
  • Charla bilingüe sobre la Eucaristía a cargo del líder del Congreso Eucarístico Nacional tendrá lugar en la iglesia de San Miguel de Charlestown el 27 de febrero
• The joy of Catholic education radiates in a Mass, a fun interaction and a heartfelt message
• Feb. 25 dinner will help Catholic Radio Indy mark 20th anniversary
• How to receive The Criterion’s e-newsletter
• Christ the Cornerstone: A call to ‘the perfection of love’ in our lives
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Una llamada a ‘la perfección del amor’ en nuestras vidas
• Editorial: Archdiocese celebrates an impressive legacy
• Twenty Something: Cold water, warm heart: ‘plunge’ can make you feel alive, closer to God
• Our Works of Charity: Catholic Charities offers ongoing support to those seeking adoption
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Retrouvaille retreat for struggling marriages will take place in Louisville on Feb. 16-18
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Benedictine Father Louis Hacker served as abbot of Corpus Christi Abbey in Sandia, Texas
• My Journey to God: Joy
• The Sunday Readings: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

February 16, 2024

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• Archdiocese honors a pioneer on a night marked by memories, joy and emotion
  • Gala supports three ministries that do the work of Christ in changing lives
  • Would you like to nominate someone for the 2025 Legacy Award? Do so by March 31
• Day of prayer for priestly vocations asks God for ‘shower’ of ‘many holy priests’
• Legislation is advancing to protect children from online pornography
• Sign up for National Eucharistic Congress afternoon sessions now before they fill up
• Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• Saint Meinrad Archabbey receives new novice

• Spring Marriage Supplement

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  • Editor’s Note
  • Be transformed: Church offers opportunity for marriage accompaniment
  • Two upcoming retreats give opportunities for married couples to reconnect
  • Wedding Announcements
    • Couples may announce engagement or marriage in The Criterion in August
  • Apostolates help married couples grow in faith, develop supportive community
    • El Movimiento Familiar Cristiano es como ‘una escuela para el matrimonio’
  • Pre-Cana Retreats, Tobit Weekend and One in Christ program prepare engaged couples for marriage
  • Archbishop Thompson to celebrate Wedding Anniversary Mass on Aug. 25
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• Christ the Cornerstone: God’s word gives us meaning, calls us to action this Lent
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La Palabra de Dios nos da sentido, nos llama a la acción en esta Cuaresma
• The Face of Mercy: Trying to live as a Christian at the edge of struggle and temptation
  • El rostro de la misericordia: Intentar vivir como cristianos pese a la lucha y la tentación
• Editorial: An invitation to draw closer to Christ and be a powerful witness of our faith
• Journey of the Heart: May we have the courage to heal, to forgive, to love—to truly be human
• Evangelization Outreach: College moments show how God’s word can transform young adults
• Be Our Guest: A heinous doctor, his 2,411 victims, and what it means about our human race
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• The Sunday Readings: First Sunday of Lent

February 23, 2024

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• 78-year-old altar server passes on love of the Eucharist to younger generation
• Pastor receives national honor as ‘advocate for Catholic education’
• Chose your path to grow in love of the Eucharist during the National Eucharistic Congress
• Synod listening sessions to take place on March 16, March 23 in archdiocese
• Hallow app draws St. Malachy students, families to ‘continue to grow in the faith,’ provoking curiosity and connections
• Angelcare in Johnson County offers help to pregnant and parenting teens now, with maternity home opening in May
• Aurora Catholics see new perpetual adoration chapel as ‘a game changer’
• Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• Videos feature prominent Black Catholics who left an impact on the faith
• Official Appointment
• Christ the Cornerstone: Let’s open our hearts and minds to the glory of God
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Abramos la mente y el corazón a la gloria de Dios
• Editorial: Speaking from the heart, pope calls us to listen, forgive, love as Christ did
• Correction Ministries: Re-entry pilot program aims to help those released from prison
• That All May Be One: Prayerful rituals are meant to be sensitive to others’ spiritual journey
• Emmaus Walk: Toddler’s tantrum reminds grandmother we are called to trust God
• Faith and Family: Each day is filled with ‘now’ moments in holiness
• Reflection: In praise of Cheerios, hair clips and young adult parents who live their faith
• Investing with Faith: Bequests to parish, school or ministry allow us to leave a legacy of love
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Clelia Cecchitti served in Catholic schools, at bishops conference
• The Sunday Readings: Second Sunday of Lent

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March

March 1, 2024

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• From the everyday to the extraordinary, visual arts teacher sees into the hearts of students
  • Four other teachers were finalists for archdiocese’s highest honor for education
• Social justice drives advocacy efforts for undocumented residents
  • Bill supported by Hispanic community fails to get hearing, but civic engagement still matters
  • Proyecto de ley apoyado por la comunidad hispana no consigue audiencia pero la participación cívica sigue siendo importante
• More than speakers are a part of the National Eucharistic Congress on July 17-21
• Father Mark Weaver ‘died like he lived,’ setting ‘his sights on Jesus’
• Inspiring biopic Cabrini has few flaws in depicting life of saint
• Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• ‘Encounter’ Christ on March 3-5 at Nativity Parish in Indianapolis
• USCCB offers March 10-18 novena for those on the adoption journey
• Would you like to nominate someone for the 2025 Legacy Award? Do so by March 31
• Christ the Cornerstone: The love of God and the path to happy, holy lives
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El amor de Dios y el camino hacia una vida feliz y santa
• Editorial: A prayer for peace—and for the children and other innocent victims who suffer during wars
• Guest Column: Our mission includes planting seeds in others’ lives that bear fruit
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • St. Malachy Parish in Brownsburg will hold Bible marathon starting on March 10
  • Retreat focusing on bold women of Scripture to be held in Beech Grove on April 6
  • Disabilities ministry in need of ASL Interpreters for Catholic Masses and events
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Lucy Driscoll ministered for 40 years in Catholic schools
• My Journey to God: Sacred Fire
• The Sunday Readings: Third Sunday of Lent

March 8, 2024

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• The story of a coach, a team, brothers, a family—and the love that grew in 8 days
• Contraceptive legislation raises moral issues, health concerns
• Awards, EWTN radio host mark Catholic Radio Indy’s 20th anniversary banquet
• Contribute your time and talent as a volunteer during the National Eucharistic Congress
• Men’s conference attendees find joy sharing faith with others
• Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• RTLI seeks youth applicants for essay, speech, art contests and senior scholarship
• Would you like to nominate someone for the 2025 Legacy Award? Do so by March 31
• Christ the Cornerstone: Radiate God’s love, bringing hope and healing to all
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Irradiar el amor de Dios, llevando esperanza y sanación a todos
• Editorial: Lent is a time to practice self-sacrificing love
• Joyful Witness: Spiritual slump leads to realization of contentment
• Our Works of Charity: A call to uphold the value and dignity of life in all its stages
• Twenty Something: The painting beneath the painting: faith that endures
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Get advice on starting or boosting parish evangelization at March 14 gathering in Terre Haute
  • Archdiocesan exorcist to offer free talk in New Albany on March 12
• Letters to the Editor
  • Article beautifully captured essence of Father Mark Weaver, subscriber says
  • Praise for the winner of the Saint Theodora Excellence in Education Award winner
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Laurette Bellamy taught music in Indiana schools for 54 years, volunteered throughout the state
• My Journey to God: Nail It to the Cross
• The Sunday Readings: Fourth Sunday of Lent

March 15, 2024

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• Life-changing advice leads young woman to share her faith and joy with IU students
• Sidewalk advocates ‘still essential’ despite state ban on most abortions
• Senate resolution condemns physician-assisted suicide
• Pre-National Eucharistic Congress service event allows Hoosiers to help those in need encounter Christ
• Marian University launches new Franciscan Leadership Institute
• New maternity home called Missy’s Hope opens in Jennings County
• St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities in New Albany annual gala set for April 18, online auction bidding begins on April 2
• Roncalli sophomore lives his dream of becoming a state champion
• Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• Would you like to nominate someone for the 2025 Legacy Award? Do so by March 31
• Christ the Cornerstone: Draw closer to Christ, who offers life forever with him
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Acerquémonos a Cristo que nos ofrece la vida eterna con él
• The Face of Mercy: Let’s be seekers and risk-takers on our pilgrimage of faith
  • El rostro de la misericordia: Seamos buscadores y arriesgados en nuestra peregrinación de fe
• Editorial: Do you have time to pray, to stand up for children, for life?
• Journey of the Heart: Is your heart ready for the joy that God and life offer?
• Evangelization Outreach: The veneration of the cross teaches us important lessons in life
• Be Our Guest: Workout, love between husband and wife offer a reminder God looks into our hearts
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Simple Soup and Bread fundraiser benefitting Crisis Office set for Holy Thursday, March 28
  • Archbishop Thompson to lead Way of the Cross with Knights of Columbus on March 29
• Letters to the Editor
  • Writer’s stories, team’s effort ‘touch my heart each and every week,’ reader says
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Grace Marie Meehan served in education and health care
• The Sunday Readings: Fifth Sunday of Lent

March 15, 2024

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• Life-changing advice leads young woman to share her faith and joy with IU students
• Sidewalk advocates ‘still essential’ despite state ban on most abortions
• Senate resolution condemns physician-assisted suicide
• Pre-National Eucharistic Congress service event allows Hoosiers to help those in need encounter Christ
• Marian University launches new Franciscan Leadership Institute
• New maternity home called Missy’s Hope opens in Jennings County
• St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities in New Albany annual gala set for April 18, online auction bidding begins on April 2
• Roncalli sophomore lives his dream of becoming a state champion
• Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• Would you like to nominate someone for the 2025 Legacy Award? Do so by March 31
• Christ the Cornerstone: Draw closer to Christ, who offers life forever with him
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Acerquémonos a Cristo que nos ofrece la vida eterna con él
• The Face of Mercy: Let’s be seekers and risk-takers on our pilgrimage of faith
  • El rostro de la misericordia: Seamos buscadores y arriesgados en nuestra peregrinación de fe
• Editorial: Do you have time to pray, to stand up for children, for life?
• Journey of the Heart: Is your heart ready for the joy that God and life offer?
• Evangelization Outreach: The veneration of the cross teaches us important lessons in life
• Be Our Guest: Workout, love between husband and wife offer a reminder God looks into our hearts
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Simple Soup and Bread fundraiser benefitting Crisis Office set for Holy Thursday, March 28
  • Archbishop Thompson to lead Way of the Cross with Knights of Columbus on March 29
• Letters to the Editor
  • Writer’s stories, team’s effort ‘touch my heart each and every week,’ reader says
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Grace Marie Meehan served in education and health care
• The Sunday Readings: Fifth Sunday of Lent

March 22, 2024

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• Straight from the heart, Stephanie Davis gave herself completely to people in need
• Arise retreat geared to help women ‘walk with Jesus’ in Lent and beyond
• End of legislative session includes nod to National Eucharistic Congress
  • ICC welcomes opportunities to speak with groups throughout the state
• A part-retreat, part-conference experience awaits teens at NEC
• Mass Excursions: St. Ambrose Parish in Seymour does ‘welcoming right’
• Retreat launches local Life-Giving Wounds chapter for adults whose parents divorced or separated
• SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral and Saint Meinrad Archabbey Church announce their Easter liturgies
• Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
• Would you like to nominate someone for the 2025 Legacy Award? Do so by March 31
• Official Appointment
• Christ the Cornerstone: Holy Week: Embracing the love that leads to true joy
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Semana Santa: El momento para acoger el amor que conduce a la verdadera alegría
• Editorial: Observing a synodal Lent
• Corrections Ministries: New programs will help counties address mental health challenges
• That All May Be One: Paschal season offers hope to our Muslim, Jewish brothers and sisters
• Reflection: A hope for the total solar eclipse: May the wonder of that event continue in our lives
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Retreat centers in archdiocese offering special events related to April 8 total eclipse
  • Day of reflection for people challenged with ‘letting go’ set for April 15 in Indianapolis
• Letters to the Editor
  • Readers: Reporter does a ‘great job’ covering southeastern part of archdiocese
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Michael Zen Khan Thang, father of Father John Mang, died on March 12 in Myanmar
• My Journey to God: The Agony in the Garden
• The Sunday Readings: Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord

March 29, 2024

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• An Easter Message from Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
  • Mensaje de Pascua del Arzobispo Charles C. Thompson
• Need for volunteers who speak various languages to welcome and help others during National Eucharistic Congress
  • Necesidad de voluntarios que hablen diversos idiomas para dar la bienvenida y ayudar a otros durante el Congreso Eucarístico Nacional
• Archbishop Thompson to speak on April 4 in YouTube Live series on the Mass
• Roncalli student’s joy of serving others leads to rare national honor
• Divine Mercy Sunday services will be celebrated on April 6-7
• Priests have worldwide reach in serving as national eucharistic preachers
• St. Malachy ‘Bible Marathon’ connects Christ’s presence in ‘the word and the Word’
• Would you like to nominate someone for the 2025 Legacy Award? Do so by March 31
• Christ the Cornerstone: On the Cross, Jesus bears our infirmities, endures our suffering
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: En la cruz, Jesús carga con nuestras enfermedades y soporta nuestro sufrimiento
• Editorial: Walking with Christ during Holy Week: a path from heartbreak to unimaginable joy
• Faith and Family: Christ invites us into his dying and rising every day in family life
• Reflection: Christ’s powerful presence shines in the word and the Eucharist
• Investing with Faith: Endowments support Christ’s mission now and for the long term
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • ‘Hats Off to Spring’ luncheon and style show benefiting St. Augustine Home is set for May 1; register by April 19
  • Project Joseph retreat for men grieving after abortion will be offered in Bloomington area on April 20-21
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Daniel Rodden, father of Father Kyle Rodden, died on March 11 in Florida
• My Journey to God: He’s Not Here
• The Sunday Readings: Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord

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April

April 5, 2024

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• Chrism Mass draws Catholics from across the archdiocese to celebrate their faith
  • Archbishop Thompson relates annual chrism Mass to defining moments in the Church
• Unusual school program draws families closer in prayer and closer to Christ in the Eucharist
• Scholarships are available to help those with financial constraints attend the National Eucharistic Congress
• National Eucharistic Congress promises ‘profound impact’ for families, and no cost for those 12 and younger
  • Volunteers are needed to help with National Eucharistic Congress family track
• Irena’s Vow reveals the complex moral choices a Polish Catholic woman faced during the Holocaust
• Christ the Cornerstone: God’s love is everlasting, his mercy endures forever
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El amor de Dios es eterno, su misericordia permanece para siempre
• Editorial: Reasons for being joyful
• Guest Column: Scripture reminds us that ‘wisdom is vindicated by all her children’
• Reflection: An Irish poet’s prayer, a ‘Ted Lasso’ scene and a song of hope remind us of who we are called to be
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • ‘Hats Off to Spring’ luncheon and style show benefiting St. Augustine Home is set for May 1; register by April 19
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Gabriel Wept
• The Sunday Readings: Divine Mercy Sunday

April 12, 2024

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• The unlikely story of a humble sculptor and an American hero of tremendous faith
• Switch to Relevant Radio programming takes Catholic Radio Indy to ‘next level’
• National Eucharistic Congress will offer National Shroud of Turin Exhibit
• Indiana Supreme Court upholds preliminary injunction on abortion law for those with religious objections
• Christ the Cornerstone: In death, life is changed, not ended, thanks to God’s love
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Gracias al amor de Dios, la vida no termina con la muerte, solo cambia
• The Face of Mercy: Our Lord is truly risen. We are not alone. Run to him!
  • El rostro de la misericordia: Nuestro Señor en verdad ha resucitado. No estamos solos. ¡Corramos hacia él!
• Editorial: Despite success of 40 Days for Life campaign, fight protecting the unborn is far from over
• Joyful Witness: Would you recognize Jesus if he returned to Earth today?
• Twenty Something: Gowns of grace, heaps of joy: rediscovering the beauty of Catholicism
• Our Works of Charity: Embracing our powerful and timeless message to ‘love thy neighbor’
• Reflection: ‘Sun and moon, bless the Lord, praise and exult him above all forever’
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Programs honoring Earth Day will take place in Columbus, Oldenburg and Saint Mary-of-the Woods
  • Learn the basics of evangelization at special workshop on April 27 in Nashville
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Follow Me
• The Sunday Readings: Third Sunday of Easter

April 19, 2024

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• A cross in the sea: a couple’s gift to the community that gave them a faith home
• Parishioners’ voices are heard at synod listening sessions
• Many opportunities for unique Mass experiences available during National Eucharistic Congress
• Is your child, grandchild or student receiving first Communion this spring? Let us know what it means to you
• St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities’ Adoption Bridges of Kentuckiana in New Albany helps birth parents, adoptive parents and children
• New formation program begins for Hispanic ministry leaders
  • Comienza nuevo programa de formación para líderes del ministerio hispano
• Christ the Cornerstone: The path to true happiness: A love that’s poured out for others
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El camino hacia la verdadera felicidad: Un amor que se derrama por los demás
• Editorial: Eucharist proclaims Christ’s death until he comes again
• Journey of the Heart: Easter and the Eucharist remind us we are ‘Resurrection people’
• That All May Be One: Passover celebrates Jews’ liberation from slavery into freedom
• Evangelization Outreach: Every adult can play a key role in ministering to teens
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Disabilities Awareness Mass set for April 28 at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral
  • Saint Meinrad Archabbey to offer Sunday rosary procession pilgrimages throughout May at Our Lady of Monte Cassino Shrine
  • Benedict Inn gift shop final closing sale to take place on April 27 and Mon.-Fri. through May 17
• Letters to the Editor
  • Let’s build a Catholic culture in a secular world, reader says
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Beloved child
• The Sunday Readings: Fourth Sunday of Easter

April 26, 2024

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• As Caitlin Clark’s incredible journey continues in Indiana at a feverish pace, family, faith and hard work guide her
• The Fruitful Hollow offers Catholic resources to help bear cross of infertility
  • On the path to peace and joy: St. Thomas More woman says, ‘if not for my infertility, I don’t think I’d be Catholic’
• Reserve parking for National Eucharistic Congress now and save money
• Nationally known author to discuss evangelization at Greenwood parish
• Is your child, grandchild or student receiving first Communion this spring? Let us know what it means to you
• Christ the Cornerstone: Without Christ, we can do nothing; with him, we can flourish
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Sin Cristo, no podemos hacer nada; con él, podemos florecer
• Editorial: Jesus joins us on our journey, carrying us when needed, seeing our beauty
• Corrections Ministries: A call to help children who live in foster care in our Indiana communities
• Faith and Family: Let Mary help to lead you into the spiritual depths of family life
• Be Our Guest: National Safe Haven Alliance eager to continue helping mothers in crisis pregnancies
• Investing with Faith: Give for as long as you live: IRAs as a source of charitable giving
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House to host getaway weekend retreat for married couples on May 31-June 2
  • Sisters of Providence accepting Providence Associate applications through June 30
  • Register by May 13 for Women of the Church forum at Saint Meinrad Archabbey on May 31-June 2
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Rosemary Eyler served in Catholic schools for 57 years
• My Journey to God: Endless Love
• The Sunday Readings: Fifth Sunday of Easter

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May

May 3, 2024

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• Love for Christ calls father and son to ordained ministry in the archdiocese
  • Joy of the Gospel flows forth from father, son in ordination Mass
• Volleyball league serves up a winning set for young adults to soar in friendship and faith
• Part-time, full-time volunteer details and registration now available; full-time volunteers can attend sessions for free as time, space allow
• A time to celebrate! Graduates will receive their degrees in May from three Catholic colleges in central and southern Indiana
• Serra Club Vocations Essay: Student grows closer to Christ through the gift of the Eucharist
• Hispanic Ministry office begins training program for Charismatic Renewal leaders
  • Bilingual Catholic Charismatic Renewal event will take place at the cathedral and Catholic Center in Indianapolis on May 18
• Oficina del Ministerio Hispano inicia programa de capacitación para líderes de Renovación Carismática
  • Evento bilingüe de la Renovación Carismática Católica se llevará a cabo en la Catedral y el Centro Católico de Indianápolis el 18 de mayo
• Is your child, grandchild or student receiving first Communion this spring? Let us know what it means to you
• How to receive The Criterion’s e-newsletter
• Official Appointments
• Christ the Cornerstone: God’s gift to us: pure, unconditional love
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El regalo de Dios para nosotros: amor puro e incondicional
• Editorial: Mary intercedes for all her children
• Guest Column: Love you, miss you: reaching out to those absent from the table of the Lord
• Be Our Guest: Navigating older age, accepting a wonderful, new ‘normal’ in life
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • All are invited to honor miscarried babies during burial service at Holy Trinity Cemetery in New Albany on May 17
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Rosemary Eyler served in Catholic schools for 57 years
• My Journey to God: Morning Prayer I
• The Sunday Readings: Sixth Sunday of Easter

May 10, 2024

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• A question at the heart of life shows the influences that have shaped a future priest
  • ‘He wants to win hearts, minds and souls for the Lord’
  • More about Transitional Deacon Anthony Armbruster
• Meeting mental health needs is part of the mission of ‘what Catholic Charities does’ to offer people hope
  • May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Catholic Charities and local Catholic counselors can help
• Seniors will soon celebrate their Catholic high school graduation
• Refresher: What is the National Eucharistic Congress taking place in Indianapolis on July 17-21?
• Mass Excursions: Historic St. Michael Church in Cannelton is built of sandstone and of ‘dedicated’ living stones
• Serra Club Vocations Essay: Student finds ‘peace and tranquility’ in adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
• How to receive The Criterion’s e-newsletter
• Official Appointments
• Christ the Cornerstone: Uplifted by Christ’s ascension, let’s carry on his saving work
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Elevados por la ascensión de Cristo, continuemos con su obra salvadora
• Editorial: Celebrate and pray for vocations during a month of May marked by excitement
• Joyful Witness: Together, our ocean of ripples can change the world—and impact our lives
• Our Works of Charity: A path to recovery: navigating mental health challenges with resiliency and hope
• Twenty Something: Stop scrolling, start creating: a wake-up call for Catholics to embrace life
• Reflection: Erica Wheeler, Caitlin Clark and the wonderous gift of friendship
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Theology on Tap sessions in New Albany scheduled for Thursdays in June
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Rosemary Eyler served in Catholic schools for 57 years
• My Journey to God: First Steps, Last Breath with Mary
• The Sunday Readings: The Ascension of the Lord

May 17, 2024

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• Love and beauty found in holiness and worship attract future priest to his vocation
  • More about Transitional Deacon Samuel Rosko
• All are invited to join in 40-day e-mail reflection on Christ in the Eucharist, register by June 6
• Serra Club Vocations Essay: Student values the many ways she can encounter Christ in the Eucharist
• Parishes change Mass times due to holiday weekend, Indy 500 race
• Official Appointments

• 2024 Evangelization Supplement

  • An outreach of hope and love: Mother of three works to lead inner-city youths to Christ
  • Column: Evangelizing through the tradition of the family Sunday dinner
  • Parents place trust in God’s help in passing faith on to children
  • Parishes find creative ways to ‘evangelize naturally’ in local communities
  • Terre Haute Deanery Catholics ‘share love of Jesus’ through St. Paul Street Evangelization
  • ‘They make it cool to love Jesus’: Young adults reach out to youths, leading them closer to God
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• Christ the Cornerstone: Live in the Spirit, bring Christ’s light to the world
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Vivir en el Espíritu y llevar la luz de Cristo al mundo
• The Face of Mercy: May the courage and care of Mary and women unite us
  • El rostro de la misericordia: Que el valor y el cuidado de María y las mujeres nos unan
• Editorial: Antisemitism is a spiritual evil
• Journey of the Heart: A wish: Rooted in God’s love, let us build his kingdom through our lives
• That All May Be One: Christians believe Mary plays important role in God’s plan of salvation
• Reflection: Honoring Criterion poet Hilda Buck, 106, and her lifelong witness of faith
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Joseph Lampert, 96, father of Father Vincent Lampert, died on May 6
• My Journey to God: Called by Name
• The Sunday Readings: Pentecost Sunday

May 24, 2024

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• Encounter with God in prayer leads future priest to invite others closer to Christ
  • More about Transitional Deacon Bobby Vogel
• Catholic Women’s Giving Circle benefits archdiocese, empowers women to lead
  • Catholic Women’s Giving Circle membership and grant applicant information
• Plan now for National Eucharistic pilgrimage parish stops and processions in the archdiocese from July 8-16
• Powerful stories show how St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities excels at ‘being there’
• Parish Festivals
• Serra Club Vocations Essay: Student’s love of the Eucharist is nurtured in family life
• Christ the Cornerstone: Trinity Sunday celebrates the closeness of God to us
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El Domingo de la Santísima Trinidad celebra la cercanía de Dios
• Editorial: NFL player’s countercultural message at graduation speaks to heart of our vocations
• Evangelization Outreach: Let the gift of true Sabbath be yours: a time to savor rest with God
• Correction Ministries: Should all lifers be lifers? Program offers a second chance for a new life
• Sight Unseen: The secret language of God
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • CYO camp Rancho Framasa and Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality offer variety of summer camps
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• My Journey to God: God Listens
• The Sunday Readings: The Most Holy Trinity

May 31, 2024

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• After Easter Vigil, Richmond teen wants to ‘tell everyone I’m Catholic’
  • Whiteland family has ‘amazing experience’ in journey to Catholic faith
  • Welcome, new Catholics
• Bishop Bruté College Seminary sees new leadership as anniversary approaches
  • Father Moriarty ends 26 years of ministry in vocations, priestly formation
• UCA and CCF donations ‘make a difference’ in Church’s ability to serve
• Breakout sessions and special experiences still open at National Eucharistic Congress
• Official Appointment
• Christ the Cornerstone: As Mary did, let us live to praise God and serve others
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Al igual que María, vivamos para alabar a Dios y servir a los demás
• Editorial: The obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and holy days
• Faith and Family: Facing intimidation with an unwavering faith as our forbearers did
• Reflection: Agonized racer shows wisdom beyond his years in the Indy 500
• Investing with Faith: CCF’s mission is to provide long-term financial health for organizations
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Partial reimbursement offered for those from archdiocese attending National Black Catholic Women’s Gathering on July 26-28 in Louisville
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Light Your Candle
• The Sunday Readings: The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Corpus Christi

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June

June 7, 2024

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• Three new archdiocesan priests called to Christ-like service of God’s people
  • Photos: ‘Icons of Jesus the Good Shepherd’
  • Photo gallery
• Retiring ICC leader Espada hailed as a voice for the most vulnerable; Mingus to take helm as executive director
• Former Mormons say there is ‘no church like the Catholic Church’
  • In Clarksville, woman becomes Catholic at 90, saying, ‘Better late than never’
  • Additional new Catholics welcomed
• Volunteering at National Eucharistic Congress ‘comes with perks,’ sign up by June 15
• Father Frederick Denison served in New Albany, Tell City Deanery parishes
• Synodal sessions ‘help support and strengthen’ three Tell City Deanery parishes
• Serra Club Vocations Essay: Family, school and parish nurture student’s love of the Eucharist
• Mass celebrates those with special needs
• Hispanic Ministry, Franciscan Health partner on social impact program
  • El Ministerio Hispano y Franciscan Health se asocian en un programa de impacto social
• The Criterion to begin summer schedule with June 21 issue
• Christ the Cornerstone: The Eucharist nourishes and sustains Christian life
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: La Eucaristía alimenta y sostiene la vida cristiana
• Editorial: Poignant scenes highlight pilgrimage; still time to sign up for NEC
• Joyful Witness: Generations have much to learn from one another
• Our Works of Charity: ‘Homeless and without hope,’ couple turns to Catholic Charities
• Guest Column: A little inspiration: Where could you use a true infusion of the Holy Spirit?
• Twenty Something: Find the spark this summer and ignite it
• Reflection: A wonderfully ridiculous sports season and the touching bonds between dads and children
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Join in Wabash Valley Rubber Duck Regatta to help those in need and for chance to win $10,000
  • Archbishop Thompson to celebrate Wedding Anniversary Mass on Aug. 25
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Benedictine Father Aurelius Boborek taught at Saint Meinrad, American College in Louvain, Belgium
• My Journey to God: Be Still and Know I Am God
• The Sunday Readings: Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
  • Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time (online only)

June 21, 2024

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• ‘Unsung hero’ embraces his faith and the opportunities to create lasting memories
• A new voice, a timeless message: Incoming ICC leader a ‘missionary disciple’ for Catholic social teaching
• Nominations sought for Respect Life and Pro-Life Youth awards through Sept. 5
• Deacon Francis Klauder served at St. Thomas the Apostle Parish in Fortville
• Creating care packages—and encounters
• Service opportunities during National Eucharistic Congress help ‘serve the face of Jesus Christ in the poor’
• Serra Club Vocations Essay: Student draws closer to Christ through hardships, service to others
• Bishops eager to renew and deepen appreciation of the Eucharist
• A timeless photo captures the joy of first Communion for a teacher and her students
  • ‘The most important thing I do’: Teacher shares gift of the Eucharist with children
• Knights show support for priestly vocations at their state convention
• Priest speaks in Indianapolis weeks after living through attack on Israel
• Mass Excursions: St. Michael Parish, Greenfield: ‘faithful, traditional’—and a eucharistic pilgrimage stop on July 12-14
• Motherhood group at Greenwood parish open to all Catholic women
• Official Appointments
• Christ the Cornerstone: Revival is an invitation to enkindle a living relationship with Jesus
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El Avivamiento es una invitación a encender una relación viva con Jesús
• Editorial: Beatitudes show us how to be happy as disciples of Jesus Christ
• Corrections Ministries: Finding compassionate solutions for health care for our elderly homeless
• That All May Be One: Eiteljorg exhibit reveals lack of ecumenical spirit in early west
• Evangelization Outreach: Program assists youths to fill their ‘ARK’ with knowledge of faith
• Journey of the Heart: With God and Jesus in our hearts, we cannot be ‘boxed’ in
• Be Our Guest: Every day offers blessings from God
• Be Our Guest: Date of nephew’s baptism now a time of reconciliation and new life
• Investing with Faith: Why choose CCF? Our shared faith is among the best reasons
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Ann Wadelton, 94, mother of Father Christopher Wadelton, died on June 4
• My Journey to God: My Father, Our Father
• The Sunday Readings: Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time
  • Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (online only)

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July

July 5, 2024

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• The Eucharist: God's Greatest Gift

  • Embracing the Journey: ‘The Eucharist is the highway to heaven’
  • Deepening ‘a eucharistic heart’ guides Archbishop Thompson’s faith and his hopes for the Eucharistic Congress
  • Joy marks a Cinderella moment and ‘the greatest love ever’
  • From heartbreak to love, woman embraces the Eucharist’s grace in her life, her work
  • A desire for the Eucharist leads a young adult home to his faith
  • Putting Jesus at the center: Bloomington parish experiences fruits of a decade-long eucharistic revival
  • ‘An amazing opportunity’: High school’s eucharistic procession touches hearts
  • New Catholics speak of the power of receiving their first Eucharist
  • Photos: Celebrating eucharistic devotion across the archdiocese
  • Family gives up sleep, makes time to rest with God
  • Hispanic Ministry: What is the power of the Eucharist in your life?
    • Ministerio Hispano: ¿Qué poder tiene la Eucaristía en tu vida?
  • A grandparent’s desire: Sharing a lasting inheritance across the generations
  • Couple shares smiles, stories and struggles in bringing the Eucharist to the vulnerable
  • Worship and Evangelization Outreach: ‘My faith is no longer a gift to keep to myself’
  • New Albany Catholic selected to give video witness at National Eucharistic Congress
  • Sight Unseen: The ghostly grace of adoration
  • For 34 years, grateful teacher shares one of God’s greatest gifts with children
  • My Journey to God: Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ
  • The hope of Christ’s presence in our lives shines through in a eucharistic procession
  • Plan now for National Eucharistic pilgrimage parish stops and processions in the archdiocese from July 8-16
  • At 69, woman journeys deeper into her faith on National Eucharistic Pilgrimage
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• At 96, priest continues to show youthful vitality after 70 years of ministry
• Archbishop honors CYO volunteers and shares a poignant reminder about sports
  • CYO recognition highlights volunteer efforts of adults and youths
• Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish in Terre Haute marks 100 years as ‘home’
• Event offers cultural unity at the doors of the National Eucharistic Congress
  • Evento brinda unidad cultural a las puertas del Congreso Eucarístico Nacional
• Christ the Cornerstone: Celebrating a friendship with Jesus in the gift of the Mass
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Celebremos la amistad con Jesús en el don de la misa
• Editorial: An urgent call to protect the unborn, and to care for mothers and families in need
• Twenty Something: Flower crowns and Disney drama give a spotlight to some of our saints
• Guest Column: A father’s wisdom reminds us we need to take time to pay it forward
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Catholic Francophone Community invites all to Mass in French and summer meal at St. Monica on July 14
  • Indianapolis premiere of Tolton Speaks documentary will take place at Marian University on July 16
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• The Sunday Readings: Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
  • Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (online only)
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July 19, 2024

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• National Eucharistic Pilgrimage Enters the Archdiocese
  • Eucharistic Pilgrimage routes meet in Indy with Christ leading the way
  • Hundreds join historic eucharistic procession on bridge over Ohio River
  • Pilgrimage’s east route enters archdiocese in hills of Dearborn County
  • National Eucharistic Pilgrimage events in Terre Haute ‘bring people to Jesus’
  • Seminarian on Marian Route says pilgrimage has laid foundation for ‘explosion of grace’ at Congress
  • Photos: National Eucharistic Pilgrimage enters the archdiocese
• Deacon Wesley Jones served at St. Jude, St. Ann parishes in Indianapolis
• IPI graduates encouraged to be bridge builders in ministry
  • Los graduados del IPI reciben el llamado a tender puentes en su ministerio
• Program gives those released from jail ‘that support to move forward’
• Official Appointments
• Christ the Cornerstone: Deepening our appreciation for the greatest love story ever told
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Ahondemos en la historia de amor más grande jamás contada
• The Face of Mercy: May Christ, our hope, fill our hearts with abundant life and joy
  • El rostro de la misericordia: Que Cristo, nuestra esperanza, llene nuestros corazones de vida y alegría abundantes
• Editorial: Keeping the Lord’s Day holy
• Joyful Witness: And I thought to myself, ‘how blessed am I?’
• Our Works of Charity: Catholic Charities is a blessing for those in need
• Faith and Family: The Mass strengthens family ties across space and time
• Investing with Faith: Using beneficiary designations as an estate planning tool
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Archbishop Thompson to celebrate Wedding Anniversary Mass on Aug. 25
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Daniel Robeson, 87, father of Father Robert Robeson, died on June 30
• My Journey to God: Dance
• The Sunday Readings: Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

July 26, 2024

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• Celebration of the Eucharist shows the impact of Christ’s presence
  • As 50,000 people join in a eucharistic procession—‘perhaps the largest in our country in decades’—questions of the heart are answered
  • Grateful archbishop keeps prayerful focus during eucharistic procession
  • In an oasis of welcome, a volunteer embraces a gift that moves her to tears
  • Historic congress ends with invitation to share Christ in the Eucharist with others
  • Congress shows off the Church’s broad variety of ordained, religious vocations
  • Encountering Christ in the Eucharist leads to encountering him in others, says papal nuncio
  • An emotional evening with Mother Olga and Father Schmitz leads to a challenge and a scene that touched souls
  • Photos: A Time of Joy, a Taste of Heaven, a People United in Christ
  • Cardinal Tagle celebrates Filipino Mass at cathedral during Congress
  • Newlyweds volunteer at National Eucharistic Congress as ‘co-workers in the vineyard’
  • A surprising story of friendship shapes the heart of Archbishop Thompson’s message to youths
  • From the worst pick-up lines to the best relationship ever
  • Ministry helps congress attendees ‘encounter the face of the poor’ in Indy
  • A time of joy and sorrow makes a youth’s bond to God and the Eucharist stronger
  • ‘A witness to the world’: Young adult hopes the congress will be a turning point for her generation
  • The wondrous story of how two children and a collection of stuffed animals led a young adult to embrace her faith
  • People wait in long lines to venerate relics of saints at congress
  • Service project reminds congress-goers to care for neighbors ‘like Jesus did’
  • Families share their faith with their children at the National Eucharistic Congress
  • Growing in faith is at the heart of pilgrim’s hopes after Congress
  • Dominican friars play bluegrass music to joyfully share faith at National Eucharistic Congress
  • ‘It means everything to me’: The power of the Eucharist draws people closer to Christ
  • Sculptures at congress ‘crystallize a moment,’ touching hearts and souls
  • Priests and penitents find peace in God’s mercy in confession at congress
  • Participants reflect on the congress, the procession and the road ahead
• John ‘Jack’ Fink, ‘icon of the Catholic press’ and The Criterion, dies at 92
• Christ the Cornerstone: We are invited to do amazing things in Jesus’ name
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Estamos invitados a hacer cosas asombrosas en el nombre de Jesús
• Editorial: Now, with a renewed focus on the Eucharist, our mission begins
• Journey of the Heart: Eucharist provides a powerful ‘summit’ experience in our lives of faith
• Worship and Evangelization Outreach: Spiritual direction provides intimacy and a safe space to be vulnerable
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• The Sunday Readings: Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
  • Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (online only)

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August

August 9, 2024

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• Record number of Bishop Bruté Days participants take part in pilgrimage
• Retiring after 32 years, Tuley ‘came for a job, and God gifted me with a ministry’
• First listening session for archdiocesan planning process is set for Aug. 24
• Faith helps Olympic weightlifter take an unexpected path to Paris
• Catholic Youth Organization Awards
  • A mother’s heart and a father’s example lead to an honor and an evening to savor
  • A moment that changed a boy’s life leads to 51 years of helping other young people
  • Special invite shows the impact John Gause has made to CYO kids for 40 years
  • From the joyful to the touching, a coach’s memories always focus on the kids
• The Criterion is honored as nation’s best weekly Catholic newspaper
• Christ the Cornerstone: Let us receive Jesus, the bread of life, with reverence and great joy
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Recibamos a Jesús, el pan de vida, con reverencia y gran alegría
• Editorial: Elections are a time to participate fully in our American democracy
• Corrections Ministries: Treating opioid use disorder, the challenges it presents
• Our Works of Charity: Journey shows how Catholic Charities helps the homeless
• Guest Column: Pray ‘for what we have done ... for what we have failed to do’
• Twenty Something: The little church-library by the river
• Reflection: An ordinary conversation to carry out an extraordinary mission
• Be Our Guest: Seeking purpose as a young adult leads to a deep longing for God
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Register by Aug. 15 for Hispanic youth retreat planned at Saint Meinrad on Aug. 30-Sept. 1
  • Archbishop Thompson will offer a Healing Mass on Aug. 13 at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Providence Sister Mary Catherine Keene was a music educator, served the elderly
• My Journey to God: Sufficient
• The Sunday Readings: Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
  • Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (online only)

August 23, 2024

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• Faith, trust and ‘grace in sacrament of marriage’ guide couple in cancer journey
• An invitation for college students: Keep the faith during this exciting time of life
  • A joyful guide for high school students: Draw closer to Christ in your daily life
  • A three-part approach for parents, children to draw closer to each other and to God
  • Making the most of a new school year: Tips for parents, teachers and students
• Seminarians gather at convocation to grow in faith and fraternity
• Faith and gratitude led Guy Neil Ramsey to a life of stewardship
• Women in All Saints Parish share faith by making Last Supper earrings
• ‘Reflecting God’s mercy’: Sculptor completes his tribute to an American hero
  • In documentary, Venerable Father Augustus Tolton’s words reveal struggles
• Three women receive Sisters of St. Benedict’s Angels of Grace awards
• Catholic Conference directors meet after National Eucharistic Congress
• Cathedral, coaches celebrate Cole Hocker’s golden Olympic run
• Benedictine novice professes vows at Saint Meinrad Archabbey
• Providence Sister Leslie Dao professes first vows
• Saint Meinrad Archabbey receives new novice on Aug. 5
• Nominations sought for Respect Life and Pro-Life Youth awards through Sept. 5

• Fall Marriage Supplement

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  • Faith, trust and ‘grace in sacrament of marriage’ guide couple in cancer journey
  • Eucharistic Congress sessions advise on building faith-filled families
  • Wedding Announcements
    • Couples may announce engagement or marriage next spring in The Criterion
  • Apostolate helps married couples grow in faith, develop supportive community
  • Pre-Cana Retreats, Tobit Weekend and One in Christ program prepare engaged couples for marriage
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• Christ the Cornerstone: Embrace—and share—the joy of God’s grace
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Abrazar y compartir la alegría de la gracia de Dios
• Editorial: We are called to bring love to a world where it often seems missing
• Journey of the Heart: Brilliant weekend sunset offers a reminder of God’s great glory
• Faith and Family: Olympics create many lasting memories that strengthen life lessons
• Joyful Witness: Congress illustrates there’s a place for everyone in our universal Church
• Reflection: Cole Hocker wins Olympic gold: ‘I just let God carry me to the finish line’
• Investing with Faith: Why do you need a will? It speaks for you after you have passed
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Marriage conference is set for Sept. 7 in Greenwood
  • Sensory-friendly Mass will be held at St. Pius X Church in Indianapolis on Sept. 8
• Letters to the Editor
  • Cole Hocker wins Olympic gold: ‘I just let God carry me to the finish line’
  • Security worker: Parishes offer kindness, generosity and support at festivals
• Obituaries
  • General listing
  • Franciscan Sister Carol Ann Mause served in Catholic schools and parishes
  • Franciscan Father Edward Boren was served in parishes and schools, Hispanic ministry
  • Franciscan Sister Barbara James served in Catholic schools and parishes
  • Benedictine Father Colman Grabert was a seminary professor, retreat leader
• My Journey to God: Eucharist
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time
  • Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time (online only)

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September

September 6, 2024

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• The gift of a coin with no monetary value leads to wealth of moments touched by God
• Catholics from across southeastern Indiana take part in listening session
• Red Mass for legal professionals set for Oct. 1 at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral in Indianapolis
• Seminary to host ‘Castle Nights’ for young men open to the priesthood
• All are invited to Sept. 18 Mass of Thanksgiving for National Eucharistic Congress and reception afterward
• Series of donations and connections prove ‘generosity invites generosity’
  • Matching grant will double donations to Re-Entry Gift Program through year’s end
• Biannual grants awarded to parishes, schools and archdiocesan agencies
• Official Appointments

• Catechesis Supplement

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  • ‘I’m living for God’: A response to a challenge defines the life of archdiocese’s new director of catechesis
  • Column: Catechesis deepens a believer’s relationship with Christ and the Church
  • Franciscan at Home catechetical resource forms ‘both mind and heart’
    • ‘Franciscan at Home’ tracks
  • Southern Indiana parish reminds members that angelic help is always present
  • Vatican declaration affirms that all humans have an ‘infinite dignity’
    • Study guide on Vatican document on human dignity available online
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• Christ the Cornerstone: We are called to spread Christ’s eucharistic love and mercy
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Estamos llamados a difundir el amor eucarístico y la misericordia de Cristo
• Editorial: We must work and pray for peace through justice and human dignity
• Evangelization Outreach: Sing more psalms, a profound expression of the faith and human experience
• That All May Be One: ‘Exploring peace’ is theme for this year’s Festival of Faiths on Sept. 15
• Guest Column: Pondering the power of God’s voice and how we should respond
• Sight Unseen: Under the crescent sun
• Be Our Guest: Sept. 24 Mass at St. Bartholomew Church to mark annual Season of Creation
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Marriage conference is set for Sept. 7 in Greenwood
  • Sensory-friendly Mass will be held at St. Pius X Church in Indianapolis on Sept. 8
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• My Journey to God: The Ever-Living Mother
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time

September 13, 2024

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• Sister Demetria Smith reflects with joy on her 70 years of serving in Uganda, the U.S.
• The joys of high school coaching: from seeing team members grow as people to earning a prized banana
• Schedule is set for remainder of listening sessions for pastoral planning process
• Catholic Youth Organization Awards
  • ‘It made me happy, doing a lot of work that made people happy’
  • In laughs and tears, Dennis Southerland’s connection to CYO is filled with emotion
  • A light-hearted story of a player and a coach speaks volumes about growth
  • A leader who praised volunteers for years gets a fitting tribute for what he has done
• Christ the Cornerstone: From the horror of the cross comes our hope, our salvation
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Del horror de la cruz proviene nuestra esperanza y salvación
• Editorial: Pope’s 20,000-mile journey of hope: seeking harmony among faiths and sharing God’s love with all
• Twenty Something: Minnesota author’s book reminds us to keep the story of Jesus alive
• Our Works of Charity: How to break the cycle of poverty and its continuing impact on children
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Mass at St. Bartholomew in Columbus on Sept. 24 will mark Season of Creation
  • Comedy show benefiting St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities to take place on Sept. 21
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Heart to Heart
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

September 20, 2024

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• A gardener’s gift reflects God’s ever-growing goodness and beauty in the world
• ‘Take a cue’ from the Holy Family, archbishop says at annual Wedding Anniversary Mass
• Annual Respect Life Sunday Mass and Life Chain events are set for Oct. 6 across archdiocese
• 40 Days for Life fall campaign is on Sept. 25-Nov. 3 in Indy, North Vernon
• Christ the Cornerstone: Jesus invites us to follow him and learn our life’s purpose
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Jesús nos invita a seguirlo y a conocer nuestro propósito de vida
• The Face of Mercy: Papal messages remind us humanity must strive for peace
  • El rostro de la misericordia: Los mensajes papales nos recuerdan que la humanidad debe luchar por la paz
• Editorial: Following in the footsteps of Jesus on a journey of joy
• Evangelization Outreach: God’s love allows me to ‘pause’ and ‘reflect’ on my journey of faith, love
• Journey of the Heart: Like tap dancing, get in joyful rhythm with God in your life of faith
• Be Our Guest: Working together toward hope during this Season of Creation
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Archabbey to offer Sunday rosary procession pilgrimages in October at Our Lady of Monte Cassino Shrine
  • Father Jerry Byrd’s vocations story to be featured on EWTN’s ‘The Journey Home’
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

September 27, 2024

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• Four archdiocesan schools receive Blue Ribbon honor for academic excellence
• Unexpected moment leads to a powerful bond between a team and a stranger
• Schedule is set for remainder of listening sessions for pastoral planning process
• Sacred art from former church continues to nurture faith in other parishes
• Orientation session aims to assist those new to parish ministry
• ‘Biking for Babies’ cyclists pedal to build a culture of life
• Christ the Cornerstone: Saint’s example reminds us true charity is love in action
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: El ejemplo de los santos nos recuerda que la verdadera caridad es el amor en acción
• Editorial: Do you have time to bring a touch of hope and healing to a broken world?
• Faith and Family: Being a parent is a prime way of learning on the path of humility
• That All May Be One: Festival reminds us religions are a mystery to embrace with love
• Corrections Ministries: Oct. 26 conference geared for both current and new prison ministry volunteers
• Investing with Faith: Plant a blessing, boost the mission of Christ with a gift of stock
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Evangelization events set for Oct. 17 in Seymour and Nov. 2 in Greenwood
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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October

October 4, 2024

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• CYO legend Bernie Price ‘keeps going’ with joy and faith in her fight against cancer
• Archbishop Thompson: Environment can never be isolated from our relationships with God and others
  • Recycling advice from a Creation Care Ministry team member
• Archbishop celebrates Mass of Thanksgiving for eucharistic congress and encourages the faithful to build on its impact
• INPEA leader for nearly two decades eyes retirement while seeking to fulfill vision for universal school choice in Indiana
• Documentary emphasizes courage of Boys Town founder Servant of God Father Edward Flanagan
• New prayer room is dedicated at Intercultural Pastoral Institute
  • Nueva sala de oración dedicada en el Instituto Pastoral Intercultural
• Pope Francis believes in it. So does Ted Lasso. What is your favorite story of the great gift of hope in your life?
• Official Appointments
• Christ the Cornerstone: What do we need to be happy? Look to St. Francis
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: ¿Qué necesitamos para ser felices? Posemos la mirada en san Francisco
• Editorial: It’s time for another Franciscan renewal
• Twenty Something: Sacred scribbles: piece by piece, page by page, bring work to life
• Guest Column: Worriers: trust in God, don’t let the future rob the energy from your present
• Be Our Guest: Phyllis Schlafly: A pro-life Catholic we should know
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
  • Gabriel Project will celebrate 25 years of ministry at Nov. 7 dinner in Indianapolis
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: Walking in Mary’s Shoes
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 11, 2024

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• Gabriel Project: 25 years of offering ‘hand up, not handout’ to women in crisis pregnancy
  • Non-profit helps parish Gabriel Projects, set to re-open pregnancy care center in 2025
    • Great Lakes Gabriel Project volunteer needs
• Archbishop: Encountering Christ in Eucharist, others is central to promoting life
  • Photos: Life Chain
• Coaches savor the joys with their teams—and strive to overcome the doubts
• Parish men’s ministry workshop will be held on Nov. 16 in Nashville
• Pope Francis believes in it. So does Ted Lasso. What is your favorite story of the great gift of hope in your life?
• Christ the Cornerstone: Open your mind and heart toward growing in holiness
  • Cristo, la piedra angular: Abramos la mente y el corazón para crecer en santidad
• The Face of Mercy: Form your conscience to choose the lesser of two evils
  • El rostro de la misericordia: Forme su conciencia para elegir el menor de dos males
• Editorial: The prayer list grows—for peace in people’s lives, for peace in our world
• Our Works of Charity: Catholic Charities offers assistance to victims of domestic violence
• Sight Unseen: There but for the asking
• Be Our Guest: Are you following God’s will?
• Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
• Events Calendar
• Letters to the Editor
  • No letters were printed this week
• Obituaries
  • General listing
• My Journey to God: An Invitation from God
• The Sunday Readings: Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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November

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December

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