Top 10 local stories of 2008

Below are links to all the coverage from the years top stories. Click here to read our single news stories that ties these ten stories together.
 

Archbishop Buechlein diagnosed with cancer

• Archbishop Buechlein diagnosed with cancer
  • Archbishop asks for prayers for his recovery
  • Hodgkin’s lymphoma is a rare form of cancer
• Novena to Our Lady of Lourdes to begin on Feb. 3
• Feb. 11 Mass to conclude archdiocesan novena
• Hundreds turn out for special Mass marking World Day of the Sick
  • Photo gallery
  • Text of the homily
  • Audio of the homily
• Archbishop Buechlein says cancer treatment prognosis is positive
• Archbishop Buechlein’s cancer is in remission

Related:

• Archbishop Buechlein's website

 

History made as 25 men ordained permanent deacons

• History made as 25 men ordained permanent deacons
  • Photo Gallery One | Photo Gallery Two
• Deacon Profiles

See also:

• Deacon candidate travels long road to ordination
• An explanation of the deacon’s logo for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis
• Future deacons discuss being married and being ordained
  • National Directory sheds light on deacons and marriage
• Deacon candidates comfortable ministering in the workplace
• Column: New deacons will be committed to service (By Fr. Bede Cisco)
• Future deacons to extend Church’s reach into the community
• Tracing the history of the diaconate
• Deacon Ronald Stier was a role model for his fellow deacons
• New class of 18 men begin deacon formation program
  • Photo gallery from the aspirant retreat
• New deacon aspirants come from varied backgrounds

Related:

• Deacon Formation website

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Local Catholics, including youth, travel to New York to see Pope Benedict XVI

• Archdiocese to sponsor New York pilgrimage for pope’s visit
• Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: Youths reflect on pilgrimage to see pope in New York

• Christ our Hope: Apostolic Journey to the United States 2008

  • Homepage
  • Teenagers embrace pope’s message of hope at youth rally | Blog
  • Youths considering priestly vocation look to Holy Father for guidance
  • Ecumenical, interfaith leaders with archdiocesan ties meet pope
  • Educators, charities official reflect on papal experiences in Washington
  • Pilgrims of all ages make trip to nation’s capital for papal Mass
  • ‘Awesome’ and ‘electric’ among words pilgrims use for N.Y. Mass
  • Youths take in sights during visit to Big Apple
  • Pope inspires Bishop Bruté seminarians at New York Mass
• Editorial: The pope’s visit
• Reflection: More than 600 from Louisville Archdiocese celebrate the ‘Sacrament of Charity’ with pope in New York
• Pope’s U.S. visit still resonates with youths

Related:

• Youth blog from the pilgrimage

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Archdiocese launches 175th anniversary year

• History book recounts 175 years of Catholicism in the archdiocese
• Holy Land pilgrimage begins activities marking 175th anniversary
• Archbishop Buechlein will lead pilgrimage to the Holy Land
• History book recounts 175 years of Catholicism in the archdiocese
• Holy Land pilgrimage begins activities marking 175th anniversary of Archdiocese of Indianapolis
• Follow the Holy Land pilgrimage via our online blog
• Wanted: Readers’ memories to help celebrate the 175th anniversary of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis
  • New Albany doctor’s mission work, faith touched people near and far
  • Altar boy’s good deed leads to encounter with possible saint
• Holy Land Pilgrimage (photo essay - PDF format)
• New hymn text celebrates archdiocese’s 175th anniversary

Related:

• 175th Anniversary website
• Blog from the pilgrimage

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Two men ordained archdiocese’s newest priests

• The ultimate gift: Parents of transitional deacon received into Church
• Renaissance man: Deacon Aaron Jenkins brings many gifts to the priesthood
• Humbled to serve others: Deacon Joseph Newton’s call to priesthood came early in his life
• Witnesses to Joy: Fathers Aaron Jenkins and Joseph Newton ordained archdiocese’s newest priests | Photo Gallery One | Photo Gallery Two

Related:

• Vocations website

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Archdiocese hosts National Catholic Educational Association Convention

• National convention in March showcases Catholic education
• NCEA convention to feature dedicated days
• Seven Hoosiers to be honored at education convention
  • Welcome, Catholic educators!

• NCEA Convention (Pre-Coverage)

  • Homepage
  • ‘At the Crossroads: Where Challenge Meets Opportunity’
  • Welcome educators to the Archdiocese of Indianapolis
  • Archdiocese of Indianapolis schools set Blue Ribbon record
    • Archdiocese’s national Blue Ribbon schools
  • Archbishop of Indianapolis guides nation at crossroads
  • Youth ministry in action: ‘Ding Dong, Ditch and Run’ builds community
  • On the journey: Good schools to great schools!
    • Project EXCEED, Goal One
    • Project EXCEED, Goal Two
    • Project EXCEED, Goal Three
    • Performance Pay
    • Value-Added Assessment
  • Archdiocese of Indianapolis recommended for district accreditation
  • Mother Theodore Catholic Academies vital to center-city education
    • Symposium on Catholic Urban Elementary Education set for March 28
  • St. Theodora Guérin: A saint for Indiana and a role model for educators
  • Hispanic outreach program serves needs of families
  • St. Mary’s Child Care Center helps children reach their potential
  • Download entire supplement (high-speed users only)
    • PDF format (9 MB)
    • Flash format (2.25 MB)
• Catholic educators descend on Indianapolis (photos)
• NCEA Convention (Post-Coverage)
  • Homepage
  • Experiencing the risen Lord: Bishop urges Catholic educators to help youths embrace their faith
  • An Easter people: Catholic education must focus on the risen Lord, archbishop says | Photo gallery
  • Catholic educators take time to donate blood at NCEA convention
  • Young adults at NCEA convention live out their faith by teaching
  • Seeing with the eyes of faith: Archbishop says Catholic education is part of great Christian witness
  • Author Daniel Pink urges Catholic educators to teach students empathy
• St. Joan of Arc’s resurrection leads to national recognition
• Building bridges: Finnish principal impressed by Hoosier hospitality during visit
• Local speakers share insights at national Catholic educational convention

Related:

• Office of Catholic Education website

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Carmelites leave Indianapolis and seminary moves into old convent

• Archdiocese to purchase Carmelite monastery property for college seminary
• A prayerful presence: June 21 Mass and open house to celebrate Carmelites’ ministry before move
  • Web-only story: Carmelite spirituality will help nuns begin their life in Oldenburg
  • Photo Gallery
• July 16 Mass of Thanksgiving to celebrate Carmelite sisters’ ministry
• Archdiocese thanks Carmelites for 75 years of prayer
  • Carmelite prioress reflects on sisters’ lives of contemplative prayer
  • Diocesan and order priests share memories of Indianapolis Carmel
• ‘A simple and joyful house of prayer’: Former Carmelite monastery in Indianapolis dedicated as new Bishop Bruté seminary home
  • Photo Gallery 1 | Photo Gallery 2

Related:

• Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary website

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Legacy for Our Mission campaign wraps up

• Legacy for Our Mission cabinet celebrates campaign’s success
  • Cabinet members who led campaign came from throughout archdiocese
• Campaign still helps parishes, agencies focus on the future
• Hope in the midst of turmoil highlighted at campaign celebration
• Celebration marks generosity of Catholics in southern Indiana

Related:

• Legacy for Our Mission campaign website

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Area flood victims find shelter in parishes

• Area flood victims find shelter in parishes
• Parishes, agencies help flood victims across the archdiocese
  • How you can help flood victims

Related:

• Catholic Charities website

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$5 million capital grant to awarded to improve archdiocesan schools

• Lilly Endowment Inc. awards $5 million capital grant to improve archdiocesan schools

Related:

• Office of Catholic Education website