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Month: November 2025

First Sunday of Advent, Year A

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By Father Paul Nord, O.S.B. Sunday Scripture First Reading: Isaiah 2:1-5; Response: Psalm 122:1-9; Second Reading: Romans 13:11-14; Gospel: Matthew…

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Posted in: Sunday Scripture, Columns

Why does the church still have indulgences?

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By Jenna Marie Cooper Question Corner Q: From what I learned in history class, indulgences caused major issues for the…

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Posted in: Question Corner, Columns

Superlatives

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By Maria Sermersheim Meditatione Ignis In conversation with a few friends lately, I have become more aware of our frequent…

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The other people

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By Zoe Cannon Gratitude for the Gift of Faith “Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as…

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We look for the resurrection … of the dead

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By Deacon Mike Seibert Connecting Creed and Life Editor’s note: For 2025, the weekly Connecting Faith and Life column will…

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Posted in: Connecting Faith and Life, Columns

2025 Inductees of the Bruté Society

November 26, 2025 wpmessage

Following is a list of the 2025 inductees into The Bruté Society in the Diocese of Evansville. They appear in…

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Posted in: Local News, News, Diocesan News

Father Dietsch ‘was a very good brother’

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By John Rohlf, The Message assistant editor Rev. William Dietsch “wanted to serve in the capacity of priest for the…

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Posted in: Local News, News, Diocesan News

Diocese celebrates 2025 Bruté Society inductees

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By John Rohlf, The Message assistant editor  Over 100 new members were inducted into the Diocese of Evansville’s Bruté Society…

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Posted in: Local News, News, Diocesan News

Habitat dedicates Catholics for Habitat, Moll Family Foundation build 

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By John Rohlf, The Message assistant editor  With a new home on Florence Street in Evansville, Habitat homeowner Monyette said…

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Posted in: Local News, News, Diocesan News

Seminarian Profile: Jeff Helfrich

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By Jeff Helfrich, Special to The Message Home parish: St. Philip the Apostle Parish, Posey County Education: House of Formation,…

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Posted in: Local News, Seminarian Profiles, News, Diocesan News

Catholic Charities hosts Neighbor to Neighbor appreciation breakfast

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By Megan Erbacher, The Message editor Catholic Charities Diocese of Evansville hosted an appreciation breakfast Nov. 19 for the volunteers…

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US bishops approve ‘special pastoral message’ on immigration

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By OSV News BALTIMORE (OSV News) — The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops approved a “special pastoral message on immigration”…

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Posted in: Local News, News, US/World News, Diocesan News

Laws providing cover for unethical actions in medicine

November 20, 2025 wpmessage

By Father Tad Pacholczyk Making Sense of Bioethics In recent decades, lawmakers have been pressured to provide legal cover in…

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Posted in: Columns, Making Sense of Bioethics

Openness to life

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By Janet M. Dilger Natural Family Planning Over 20 years ago, our journey as an engaged couple into natural family…

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Posted in: Columns, Natural Family Planning

Miracles at Lourdes

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By Dr. Bill Blanke Catholic Medical Association From Oct. 13-22, 16 pilgrims led by Father Zach Etienne went to France…

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Posted in: Columns, Catholic Healthcare

The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Year C

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By Father Paul Nord, O.S.B. Sunday Scripture First Reading: 2 Samuel 5:1-3; Response: Psalm 122:1-5; Second Reading: Colossians 1:12-20; Gospel:…

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Posted in: Sunday Scripture, Columns

How many vocations are there?

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By Jenna Marie Cooper OSV News Q: At my parish, we pray “for vocations to the priesthood and religious life.”…

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Posted in: Question Corner, Columns

A season of light and hope

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By Brea Cannon Liturgical Rhythm of Life Advent is one of the most observed liturgical seasons for most Christians. It…

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Seasons

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By Irene Moschner Director of Grants and Community Engagement Catholic Foundation of Southwestern Indiana I recently drove from Evansville to…

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Posted in: Columns, Guest Columnists

Thanks and Giving

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By Denise Seibert Townsend Catholic Charities During this time of year, our focus naturally turns toward gratitude and generosity. As…

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Posted in: Columns, Catholic Charities

God protects us from ourselves

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By Andrea Goebel God’s Way “You always tell me no! I don’t like it!” I’ve heard these words many times…

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Are you ready for the coming of Christ?

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By Bishop Joseph M. Siegel The Bishop’s Corner Each of us has our own ways of preparing for important upcoming…

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Posted in: The Bishop's Corner, Columns

¿Estás preparado para la venida de Cristo?

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Por el Obispo Joseph M. Siegel El Rincón del Obispo Cada uno de nosotros tiene su propia manera de prepararse…

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Posted in: The Bishop's Corner, Columns

Going after the One

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By Father Garrett Braun From Fields Afar The military is like baseball. It counts everything. In a meritocracy where everything…

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Posted in: Columns, From Fields Afar

I want my body back

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By Jenny Koch Connecting Creed and Life Editor’s note: For 2025, the weekly Connecting Faith and Life column will be…

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Posted in: Connecting Faith and Life, Columns

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