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April 7, 2023

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An Easter Message from Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
- Mensaje de Pascua del Arzobispo Charles C. Thompson
Open house for St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic School in Indianapolis set for April 23
- La jornada de puertas abiertas de la escuela St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic School de Indianápolis se celebrará el 23 de abril
In time of despair, Bible verse leads to life-changing moment
Divine Mercy Sunday services will be celebrated on April 16
Disabilities Ministry Coordinator says job is ‘combination of all my passions’
Easter liturgies are set at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral and Saint Meinrad Archabbey
What would you tell the people who only come to church at Easter what the Mass and the Eucharist mean to you?
Seeking stories about the bonds between high school students and their parents
Christ the Cornerstone: Celebrating Christ’s wondrous love and sacrifice for all of us
- Cristo, la piedra angular: Celebración del maravilloso amor y sacrificio de Cristo por todos nosotros
Editorial: A question that challenges us, and a challenge for us to draw near the ‘Christs of today’
Guest Column: Let’s help build God’s kingdom with our gifts and talents
Be Our Guest: Safety and well-being of students, staff are top priorities in our Catholic schools
Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
Events Calendar
- Presentation at Benedict Inn will address Benedictine values on care for creation
- Enjoy ‘A Day with Mary’ at Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality on May 13
Letters to the Editor
- No letters were printed this week
Obituaries
- General listing
My Journey to God: The Magdalen Tree
The Sunday Readings: Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord

April 14, 2023

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‘To be known, to be loved’: Leader of effort to connect young adults and parishes finds hope in encounters with Christ
- The challenge to connect young adults and parishes is high, so is the hope
Archdiocesan Catholics are empowered for mission at annual chrism Mass
Open house for St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic School in Indianapolis set for April 23
- La jornada de puertas abiertas de la escuela St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic School de Indianápolis se celebrará el 23 de abril
‘A great moment’ as TANF update passes Indiana House
Mass Excursions: Members of St. Peter Parish in Franklin County ‘always willing to lend a hand’
Straight from the heart: Readers share how God’s strength, voice guide them
Mooresville parish, Knights host dinner in support of vocations
Christ the Cornerstone: God’s mercy and compassion are everlasting
- Cristo, la piedra angular: La misericordia y la compasión de Dios son eternas
Editorial: A true Christian cannot be anti-Semitic
Joyful Witness: Harnessing the spirituality of procrastination
Our Works of Charity: Handling stress can lead to a healthy, positive life
Twenty Something: How Grandma made her life a work of art
Be Our Guest: April is Safe Haven Awareness Month
Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
Events Calendar
- Learn how to make bead rosaries at Benedict Inn on April 29
- St. Bartholomew Parish in Columbus will host Earth Day celebration on April 22
- Filmmaker and director to speak on ‘Films that are Good for the Soul’ in Indianapolis on April 21
Letters to the Editor
- No letters were printed this week
Obituaries
- General listing
My Journey to God: Passing the Light
The Sunday Readings: Divine Mercy Sunday

April 21, 2023

April 28, 2023

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Men in Plainfield prison ‘so grateful’ of sacraments, time with archbishop
School choice, mental health expansions top ICC budget wish list
A time to celebrate! Graduates will receive their degrees in May from three Catholic colleges in central and southern Indiana
Father John Fink noted for serving parishioners in tragedy and joy
Catechesis for Discipleship Award honors witnesses to Christ
From darkness to light: Readers celebrate God’s creative and healing powers in living out their faith
St. Vincent de Paul Society and Bread for the World join to fight hunger
Christ the Cornerstone: Jesus calls us to serve, lead and follow him
- Cristo, la piedra angular: Jesús nos llama a seguirlo, a servirle y a liderar
Editorial: Continental phase of synod offers seeds for future of universal Church
Corrections Corner: Mission of Corrections Ministry continues to evolve
Hispanic Ministry: Jesus’ resurrection is a sign of our true freedom
- Ministerio Hispano: La resurrección de Jesús es un signo de nuestra verdadera libertad
Faith and Family: Stories of ancestors are like the Bible of our families
Investing with Faith: Blending charitable gifts allows donors to make a greater impact
Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
Events Calendar
Letters to the Editor
- No letters were printed this week
Obituaries
- General listing
- Franciscan Sister Rachel Lindenmaier ministered in Catholic schools for 33 years
- Franciscan Sister Sharon Sheridan served in Catholic schools and family life ministry
The Sunday Readings: Fourth Sunday of Easter

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