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December 1, 2023

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A mother’s desperate prayer, an offer of help and a child’s birth bond two families
Bishop Rhoades sees providence at work in Eucharist, synodality coming together
‘Children don’t have skills or tools’ to cope with mental health issues alone
Charles C. Thompson, Sr.—the father of Archbishop Thompson—dies at 83
Spiritual adviser to synod to give presentation on Dec. 6 at cathedral
Bishop Cozzens hopes to see ‘hearts set on fire’ with eucharistic love at congress
Resource helps guide Catholics on medical, end-of-life decisions
Advent penance services are scheduled at parishes throughout the archdiocese
Parishes prepare to host Our Lady of Guadalupe celebrations
Christ the Cornerstone: This Advent, let’s prepare our hearts for Christ’s coming
- Cristo, la piedra angular: Este Adviento, preparemos nuestros corazones para la venida de Cristo
Editorial: Antisemitism is always unchristian
Guest Column: As farmers, as Christians, we are called each day to sow seeds of faith
Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
Events Calendar
- Archbishop Thompson to celebrate special Mass for St. Juan Diego feast day on Dec. 9
- College students sought to teach Totus Tuus summer youth program
Letters to the Editor
- No letters were printed this week
Obituaries
- General listing
- Providence Sister Loretta Picucci ministered in education, served the poor
My Journey to God: Beautiful Jesus
The Sunday Readings: First Sunday of Advent

December 8, 2023

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After its Nativity scene is stolen, a parish keeps the ‘reason for the season’ even more visible
Catholic high school seniors share a Mass and a call to follow their moral compass
Who or what helped you navigate the first years of married life?
Archdiocesan vocal ensemble gives new life to Church’s treasury of music
Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
A decision leads to a state championship and a perfect season for the Bishop Chatard football team
In 50 years, Father Joseph Rautenberg has served as ethicist, parish priest
Benedictine Sister Mary Carol Messmer celebrates 80 years of religious life
Five monks of Saint Meinrad Archabbey celebrate anniversary of vows
Christ the Cornerstone: Mary will lead us to her Son if we follow her ‘yes’
- Cristo, la piedra angular: María nos guiará a su Hijo si, al igual que ella, decimos ‘sí’
Editorial: Make this Advent a time of joyful anticipation
Joyful Witness: Christmas, like life, is a time to simply love and be loved
Our Works of Charity: Understanding the stages of grief and working through the pain
Twenty Something: Keep the candle lit: pouring out the greatest gift
Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
Events Calendar
- Chick-fil-A in Columbus to host Missy’s Hope Maternity Home fundraiser on Dec. 12
- Surviving Divorce Support Group set for January through April in Indianapolis
Letters to the Editor
- No letters were printed this week
Obituaries
- General listing
The Sunday Readings: Second Sunday of Advent

December 15, 2023

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Charlestown youths learn about joy volunteering at SPREAD Advent retreat
Priest says change in Church from synod rooted in ‘transformative friendship’
Holy Family Shelter helps a father find the perfect Christmas gift for his two children
SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral and Saint Meinrad Archabbey announce Christmas liturgies
Using faith in addictions counseling, recovery groups help heal ‘from the inside out’
- Resources exist in central and southern Indiana to help manage addiction
Who or what helped you navigate the first years of married life?
Lenten penance services are scheduled at archdiocesan parishes
Pope grants plenary indulgence through Feb. 2 in honor of 800th anniversary of first créche
Six Oldenburg Franciscan sisters celebrate milestone jubilees
Christ the Cornerstone: Christ’s coming is near, God is with us, let us share the joy
- Cristo, la piedra angular: La venida de Cristo está cerca, Dios está con nosotros, compartamos la alegría
The Face of Mercy: Our humanity is revealed by how we treat women
- El rostro de la misericordia: Nuestra humanidad se revela por cómo tratamos a las mujeres
Editorial: Longing for the Prince of Peace
Evangelization Outreach: Like a child, begin each day filled with joy and hope
That All May Be One: Pray for unity across faith traditions throughout the world
Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
Events Calendar
- Discount tickets for two Pacers games will benefit Covenant Resources Miscarriage Ministry
- Oldenburg Sisters of St. Francis will offer Christmas open house on Dec. 27
Letters to the Editor
- No letters were printed this week
Obituaries
- General listing
- Franciscan Sister Doris Holohan was a missionary in Papua New Guinea for 44 years
- Franciscan Sister Rachel West was an educator, peace and justice advocate
The Sunday Readings: Third Sunday of Advent

December 22, 2023

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A Christmas Message from Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
- Mensaje de Navidad del Arzobispo Charles C. Thompson
Participants from all Indiana dioceses, plus four of five bishops, will take part in Indiana March for Life on Jan. 22
- Indiana March for Life 2024 schedule includes events on Jan. 21-22
Growing spiritually improves mental health, as ‘faith does wonderful things’
- Spiritual resources can provide help, healing from mental health issues
Listening for the voice of God leads to life-changing moments that evoke awe and reverence in the hearts of people
Photos: Celebrating St. Juan Diego
St. Michael Parish in Charlestown celebrates Our Lady of Guadalupe
Vietnamese-made crèche at St. Joseph Church shares several messages
St. Maurice Parish in Napoleon celebrates 175 years of family-like faith
Several Sisters of Providence celebrate significant jubilees
Statement from the Archdiocese of Indianapolis on “Fiducia Supplicans”
The Criterion and Catholic Center are closed from Dec. 22 to Jan. 1 for Christmas holiday
Who or what helped you navigate the first years of married life?
Christ the Cornerstone: Mary’s choice—to welcome Christ into her life—is one for us, too
- Cristo, la piedra angular: La elección de María de acoger a Cristo en su vida es igual para nosotros
Editorial: May the shining light of Christ bring peace to our troubled world
Correction Ministries: Gifts to re-entry ministry help those seeking employment
Faith and Family: Christmas gifts we know about in advance are sometimes the best
Investing with Faith: Thanks for keeping the love and hope of this holy season alive all year
Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
Events Calendar
- Mount St. Francis will offer program on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., on Jan. 15
- Sensory-friendly Mass set for Jan. 18 at St. Pius X Church in Indianapolis
- Oldenburg Sisters of St. Francis will offer Christmas open house on Dec. 27
Letters to the Editor
- No letters were printed this week
Obituaries
- General listing
- Franciscan Sister Doris Holohan was a missionary in Papua New Guinea for 44 years
- Franciscan Sister Rachel West was an educator, peace and justice advocate
My Journey to God: Jesus, Our Lord and King
The Sunday Readings: The Nativity of the Lord (Mass during the Day)

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