Archdiocese of Indianapolis Archives

Senator tries again to ban Indiana school vouchers over gay firings

Jan 3, 2020

A proposal aimed at banning private schools that discriminate against gay employees and students from receiving Indiana voucher program money is being backed by the state’s Republican school superintendent.

By Associated Press

Gold Mass helps spread message that faith and science are compatible

Dec 27, 2019

The Archdiocese of Indianapolis held its first-ever Gold Mass Nov. 15 in the chapel of SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, with about 25 Catholics working in science, engineering, technology and math participating.

By Natalie Hoefer

Youth say NCYC theme of ‘Blessed, Broken, Given’ has deep meaning for them

Nov 23, 2019

For 15-year-old Tabitha Njoroge, being together with 20,000 Catholic youths from across the country is a revelation, especially considering how much her life has changed in three years.

By John Shaughnessy

NCYC goes from rowdy to reverent for Blessed Sacrament, pope’s message

Nov 22, 2019

The largest biennial Catholic youth gathering in the United States, the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC), is Nov. 21-23 in Indianapolis.

By Natalie Hoefer

Tone somber at prayer vigil for those facing execution in weeks ahead

Nov 14, 2019

Nearly 100 people were bathed in light as they gathered for a prayer vigil at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Terre Haute, not far from the Federal Correctional Complex. Despite the lights and bright glow, the tone was heavy and somber. They were gathered to pray for the federal death-row inmates and all those affected by their pending executions scheduled for December and January at the prison.

By Natalie Hoefer

Letters foster one young woman’s gratitude for veteran’s years of service

Nov 11, 2019

A letter that touched one young woman’s life in ways she never expected is one she wrote six years ago when she was an eighth grader at St. Barnabas School in Indianapolis. It was a letter of thanks to a World War II hero for his service to his country.

By John Shaughnessy