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October 2, 2026

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Blessed Fulton J. Sheen helped shape the pastoral leadership of Archbishop O’Meara
- Archbishop, priests reflect on the powerful witness of Archbishop Sheen
- Readers share how Blessed Fulton Sheen touched their lives, deepened their faith
Father Daniel Atkins is remembered as ‘a kind, gentle, sweet soul’
A favorite song evokes thoughts of a beach in Brazil, a promise and God’s love
IPI celebrates achievement of 28 graduates with Mass at the cathedral
- IPI celebra los logros de 28 graduados con una misa en la catedral
In this month of the Blessed Mother, share your stories of how she has touched your life
Christ the Cornerstone: Become like little children, embrace your guardian angel
- Cristo, la piedra angular: Seamos como niños pequeños, recibamos a nuestro ángel de la guarda
Editorial: Seeing holiness in the life and ministry of Fulton J. Sheen
Twenty Something: One more page: the power of the read-aloud at any time of the day
That All May Be One: Like Pope Leo, let’s be mindful, show wisdom in the words we speak
Guest Column: Who are you? Reflecting on our role as adopted children of God
Reflection: Like Blessed Fulton Sheen, let’s place the Lord at the center of our lives
Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
Events Calendar
- Archdiocesan bilingual evangelization retreat will be held on Nov. 7 in Indianapolis
- Retiro bilingüe de evangelización de la Arquidiócesis a celebrarse en Indianápolis el 7 de noviembre
Letters to the Editor
- Reader: Columnist rightly criticizes antics of parents on the internet
Obituaries
- General listing
My Journey to God: As I Rock
The Sunday Readings: Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 9, 2026

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Respect Life Award recipient is ‘non-stop advocate and warrior for pro-life cause’
Family hopes to follow Blessed Fulton all the way to heaven
Archbishop Sheen’s beatification is ‘a real gift to our young people’
Video campaign showcases rewards of teaching in Catholic schools
Chanting Marian antiphon is living reminder of nuptial joy for spouses
Oct. 11 gathering to honor St. Mother Theodore Guérin’s canonization
Photos: Witnesses to life
Child loss memorial Masses offered in October, November and beyond
Share how Mary has touched your life
Christ the Cornerstone: Turn to Mary and embrace the rosary this month
- Cristo, la piedra angular: Recurran a María y recen el rosario este mes
Editorial: Like Pope Leo and the children, let’s pray the rosary for peace
Faith in History: St. Damien of Molokai gave himself in service to a Hawaiian leper colony
Our Works of Charity: Act of kindness becomes ‘the most important thing I’ve done in my life’
Reflection: When a Raphael appeared in an emergency room on the feast of the Archangels
Be Our Guest: Child hunger: a problem more challenging than homework or a test
Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
Events Calendar
- Fatima Retreat House offers new ‘Come Away Day’ retreat series
- Purchase memorial luminaries by Nov. 1 for Benedictine Sisters’ ‘Celebration of Life’ on Nov. 15
Letters to the Editor
- No letters were published this week
Obituaries
- General listing
My Journey to God: The Night We Called It a Day
The Sunday Readings: Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 16, 2026

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Faith and football lead to love and family for a young couple
Judges, legal professionals, law students gather for Red Mass
Is Garth Brooks right about God and unanswered prayers?
Hispanic young adults gather with Archbishop Thompson
- Jóvenes adultos hispanos se reúnen con el arzobispo Thompson
Hospitality is a defining trait of Edinburgh parish as it marks 175 years
Clarification is noted for Respect Life Sunday Mass article in Oct. 9 issue
Share how Mary has touched your life
Christ the Cornerstone: God’s law of love should come first in our life
- Cristo, la piedra angular: La ley del amor de Dios debe ser lo primero en nuestra vida
Editorial: Leadership transitions safeguard the Catholic Church’s mission
One in Christ: Music helps open our hearts to God and others
- Uno en Cristo: La música nos ayuda a abrir nuestro corazón a Dios y a los demás
Joy and Hope for Today and Tomorrow: ‘Are you my enemy or my opponent?’ Loving all is our call in discipleship
Public Schedule of Archbishop Charles C. Thompson
Events Calendar
- Enjoy Christmas shopping, concerts and events at parishes, sites in central and southern Indiana
Letters to the Editor
- No letters were published this week
Obituaries
- General listing
- Franciscan Sister Teresa Trick ministered in the archdiocese and Ohio as an educator for 39 years
My Journey to God: Beautiful Madonna
The Sunday Readings: Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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