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April 27, 2008
   'Climate Change 101' concludes with call to get involved

   Local Church members cherish once-in-a-lifetime opportunity

   St. John Vianney looks to future

   The Word is the Word

 

April 20, 2008
   Meet the priest: Father Louis Heitz

   Personal action key in global warming battle

   Pope Benedict XVI and the youth of the world

   'Put God in everything you do'

 

April 13, 2008
   'Art tells a story'

   'Climate Change 101' explores call to care for the earth

   New cross tops church in Remington

   'We have a powerful opportunity in a crucial time'

 

April 6, 2008
   CC seniors lend a hand with Food Finders packaging

   'Everybody is a somebody and every somebody matters'

   Job seekers find support through two Fishers groups

   Teens respond to 'The Call'

 

March 30, 2008
   Cord blood bank, anti-pornography proposals pass

   Fight against porn draws on power of fasting, prayer

   Now's the time to establish a charitable gift annuity

   'We try to touch their hearts'

 

March 23, 2008
   Chrism Mass gathers hundreds from across diocese

   Come and share Schoenstatt's graces

   Local Church members urged to avoid Komen Race

   'Once again we were blessed with a wonderful mission'

 

March 16, 2008
   State Sen. Ford remembered as man of faith, family and service

   Students step up to Lenten challenge

   Supporters turn out for O'Connor House fund-raiser

   'To give God the first chance to be heard'

 

March 9, 2008
   Let it begin with me

   New fund honors longtime Catholic school supporter

   One griddle, one sizzling investment

   Sister Rosie carries on mission of care at Elwood hospital

 

March 2, 2008
   Exhibit shines light on 'Catholic Chicago'

   'It's just kids helping other kids' at food pantry
   
Parish Portrait: St. Joseph, Lebanon

   Vocation cross program thrives at Rensselaer parish

 

February 24, 2008
   Candidates' journeys in faith join at rite

   'I know that this retreat can change lives'
   Our Church is one

   Rwandan genocide survivor shares message of hope

 

February 17, 2008
   National Catholic Colleges Week: The spirit of Saint Joseph's

   Rite of Election 2008: 'A new beginning, and I can't wait'
   
Speaker explores 'Growing up Catholic' in mid-20th century

   Today's special: making a meal and a difference

 

February 10, 2008
   150th anniversary at Lourdes: 'Truly a foretaste of heaven'
 
 'Her love of God radiates in everything she says'
   Journey of faith leads to move to Haiti

   Keeping time

 

February 3, 2008
   Honoring the lives of 'every little baby lost'
 
 March for Life 2008: 'If this saves one baby's life ...'
   
Mission speaker sees strength of forgiveness

   St. Lawrence, St. Mary middle schools in Muncie to merge

 

January 27, 2008
   'It is part of what God is calling us to do'
 
 'They care for the poorest of the poor'
   
'We all pitch in ... It makes you feel great'

   Father McFarland's photos make Saint Joseph's smile

 

January 20, 2008
   A deacon's story: 'Doing prison ministry was my hope ... I feel blessed'
 
 Marchers ready to stand up for life
   Parish's 100 works of mercy 'had a profound effect'

   The visitor's face

 

January 13, 2008
   Christ never stops calling us to be a part of our Father's plan
 
 'Gifts of Life' Mass celebrates babies saved from abortion
   
On the scene: 'Pictures don't compare to the real thing'

   Traveling statues bring patron saints to parish families

 

January 6, 2008
   Haitian priest shares reflections on the Eucharist, adoration
 
 Let us love ...
   Soccer gifts a hit with Haitian children

   Students host 'a fun way to show people how to be modest'

 

December 23, 2007
   Are we prepared
 
 A little cash, a lot of fun: Welcome to the 'elf workshop'
   
Our Lady of Guadalupe: 'What a feast that says unity, that says love'

   Speaker: Stay alert in 'cultural war'

 

December 16, 2007
   CC juniors hand on annual Heritage Day tradition
 
 Simple barn Mass 'really takes you back'
   
Speaker offers insight on grief during holidays
   
A welcoming face in Carmel for 27 years

 

December 9, 2007
   Parish Portrait: Blessed Sacrament, West Lafayette
 
 Saint Joseph's students carry on charitable tradition
   
25 years later, Haiti still calls him back
   
Used toys give new joys, with a little help from Father Stang

 

December 2, 2007
   The lesson buried in a boastful Christmas letter
 
 'People were really in spirit with her'
   
Peru parish calls for volunteers to chime in
   
Time to speak up

 

November 25, 2007
   Emmanuel for all
 
 'He was really the guiding light'
   
Oodles of noodles mean extra dough for school
   
'When the Holy Spirit touches the human spirit ...'

 

November 18, 2007
   'Image Jesus in your wedding pictures smiling'
 
 Speaker lays out objections to 'The Golden Compass'
   
Speakers: All are called to chastity, and it's never too late
   
20,000 teens 'Discover the Way'

 

November 11, 2007
   Amid blindness, 'you look for the good things'
 
 'He is a miracle'
   
Speaker: Don't leave the most important words unsaid
   
Students get taste of high school life in shadow program

 

November 4, 2007
   Former abortion provider speaks for life
 
 My favorite saint is ...
   
'My goal in life is to bring Jesus out into the open'
   
Reflecting 'God's own generous nature'

 

October 29, 2007
   Franciscan priest shares story in last concert before cloister
 
 In pro-life effort, 'the babies depend on you'
   
St. Theodore Guerin High School on Honor Roll
   
'To know God and make him known'

 

October 22, 2007
   Creole classes open new opportunities for missionaries
 
 Living rosary marks Fatima anniversary
   
New memorial in place at Sisters Adorers' graves in Lafayette

   Then and now: what a difference!

 

October 14, 2007
   It's show time!
 
 Speaker: Prayer is key against 'culture of death'
   'We're working together for the common good'

   'We've come together to help change people's hearts'

 

October 7, 2007
   On Respect Life Sunday: 'Adoption was such a blessing for us'
 
 Final forum highlights immigration 'myths'
   
Speaker brings home battle against porn

   A spiritual tip through the ages - Play on!

 

September 30, 2007
   A catechist's joy: 'I'm still teaching, and I love it'
 
 Farewell Mass and fiesta
   
Holy night takes shape in art and heart

   'These are values that have stood the test of time'

 

September 23, 2007
   The Church's call to 'welcome the stranger'
 
 Fowler area steps forward to fight suicide
   
Local Church couples cherish blessings at annual celebration

   'A most delightful place to graduate from'

 

September 16, 2007
   Delicate gown weaves strong family tradition
 
 'Radiance' shines through at J-Fest 2007
   
Second permanent diaconate class continues journey

   St. Patrick, Kokomo, marks anniversary with 100 works of mercy

 

September 9, 2007
   'It's a spiritual and a concrete act of love'
 
 'They always want to give you something in return'
   
With love for 'the life of the little one'

   Young men grow in faith as 'Knights of the Holy Temple'

 

September 2, 2007
   Back to School 2007: On the first day of first grade: a little anxiety ... a lot of anticipation
 
 Dear Emily: a letter and a prayer for a teen
   
Kewanna parish serves up social event of year

   New steeple in Kentland a top-notch addition

 

August 19, 2007
   Gulf Coast pastor: 'I am here to say thanks'
 
 New course helps nursing students learn practical Spanish
  
Parish Portrait: St. Charles Borromeo, Peru
   
Walking pilgrimage 'a wonderful experience'

 

August 5, 2007
   'I could really feel the presence of the Holy Spirit'
 
 Keeping faith at hand a world away
  
Local mission week helps bring 'heart of service' home
   
'Sawdust Committee' on the job in Otterbein

 

July 29, 2007
   50 years later, Tipton motherhouse continues to serve
 
 'I gave a lot to God and God gave it right back'
  
'It's amazing to see the difference they make'
   
Kokomo parishes share in 'Apostles Build'

 

July 15, 2007
   A golden jubilee at CC: Celebrating 50 years ...
 
 A golden jubilee at CC: ... believing in 50 more
  
Meet the sister
   
'Today the Local Church is making history'

 

July 1, 2007
   Behind the scenes at Vacation Bible School
 
 Hispanic 'Faith and Hope' strikes a chord
  
New principal on the job at St. Theodore Guerin
   
Winamac says farewell to Precious Blood Fathers

 

June 24, 2007
   'Backyard mission trip' benefits communities
 
 Groundbreaking held for new hospital in Lafayette
  
Local Church welcomes three new priests
   
New director named for youth education office

 

June 17, 2007
   Bead by bead, prayer by prayer
 
 Father Snoich celebrates 50 years as Benedictine monk
  
Support to be weighed for stewardship appeal
   
Upcoming clergy assignments announced

 

June 10, 2007
   Ordination Anniversary: Father John C. Schultz celebrates golden jubilee
 
 Ordination Anniversary: 'Fearless' Father Remaklus marks 60 years as priest
  
'A glorious day' for the Local Church
   
'It was a huge eye-opener and a reality check'

 

June 3, 2007
   Ordination Anniversary: For Father Gartland, 'kindness brings the heart of Christ'
 
 Dennis Faker to be ordained to transitional diaconate
  
Sending off the Class of 2007 — A first for St. Theodore Guerin ...
   
Sending off the Class of  2007 — ... and 50th for Central Catholic

 

May 27, 2007
   Couple tell 'secrets of incredible marriage'
 
 Donated vehicles help those in need make a go of it
  
For those who have gone before us
   
New organ a noteworthy addition, tribute at St. Augustine

 

May 20, 2007
   Motorcyclists receive blessings to go
 
 Ordination Anniversaries: Father Askar, Father Kettron & Father Metzger
  
Parish Portrait: Our Lady of Grace, Noblesville
   
'Pioneers' ready to be first graduating class

 

May 13, 2007
   Campus ministry offers students 'amazing' opportunities
 
 Departing superintendent 'a real gift' as educator, friend
  
Muncie youth fast to feed others in need
   
'We're a friend in need'

 

May 6, 2007
   25th Ordination Anniversary: For Father Graf, 'I want to be where the people are'
 
 25th Ordination Anniversary: For Father Woolson, 'so many aspects are so fulfilling'
  
Growing as women of faith
   
A spirituality that 'begins always with joy'


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