2004

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January 7, 2004
Diocese's effort to protect children gets high marks
Collection for Iran
Pastoral letter - Seeking the face of Christ
Sister Joan de Lourdes Leonard, CSJ
Opening a door - new access ramp at St. Ignatius Church in Long Beach
Telecare  getting ready for its 12th annual fundraising telethon
Critical shortage of blood
New deacons working in parishes in anticipation of ordination
Despite Iraq war, ambassador says US - Vatican cooperation flourishes

January 14, 2004
Report on sexual abuse: Some dioceses cited for exemplary practices
March for Life set for capital on January 22
Special music ministry gives life to liturgies
Freeport pastor to head Diocesan Mission Office
Baldwin resident put social justice background to work
Local painter captures colorful lives of saints
Weather fails to dampen celebration
Holy Name Societies contest winners

January 21, 2004
Bishop, priests meet, share fruitful dialogue
Local contingents to join march in nation's capital
Sojourners offers hope to detainees seeking asylum
Smithtown newlyweds receive special papal blessing
"In your words..." When you imagine heaven, what is it like?
Catholic Schools Week Photo Gallery

January 28, 2004
Synod organizers pause to reflect,; plan next phase
L.I. marchers join protest in capital
Pastoral letter - Bishop asks youth to be pro-life, pro-family
Pastoral letter - St. Agnes, patroness of youth
AF Reserve unit honors Father Penzes
Joanne Novarro leaving diocesan information post
Catholic League study labels Newsday "anti-Catholic"

February 4, 2004
Annual appeal has new name, structure, but same goal
Pastor casts wide vocations net
Blessing of throats
Diocese sets standards for youth ministry certification
Diocese participated fully in study of past sex abuse
Bishop Murphy institutes lectors and acolytes
Momma's House in search of home for mothers, babies
CHSAA Indoor Track and Field Championship
Knights announce scholarship
Peacemaker of the year

February 11, 2004
Ministries Appeal has clear, specific mission
St. Anthony’s High School gridders sign national letters of intent
James Harden to head CHS health system
For some ... romance is found in shared ministry
Champions of the ‘Pins’

February 18, 2004
An open letter from Bishop Murphy
Parish children's choir records CD "There is hope"
Many varied jobs help bring Sister Ginny specials honors
Chaminade again...
Father Tom will use his best talents in helping fight Parkinson's
Bishop Murphy denies allegations made by advocate
Inspired by a book; Notre Dame's Mitten Tree

February 25, 2004
Facilitator trainer utilizes skills learned on Wall St.
Parochial ministry anniversary: Polish heritage highlighted at Mass
Father Andrew Gallagher dies, former Pt. Lookout pastor
Bishop, priests consult on new plan
"In your words"
Faith of their parents key in vocations of Maffeo brothers
"Creative loitering" - groundwork for campus ministry
"Therese" is among Christian-funded films looking for support
Call inspires former hermit to found new religious order

March 3, 2004
Students find "Passion" a most moving experience
Father Thomas Haggerty - 25th Anniversary
Ash Wednesday service
"Consistent life ethic" considered again at Molloy lecture
Conference to welcome divorced, separated Catholics
"In your words..."
Faith on Tap hears tips on how to make a marriage last
Help for planning your wedding Mass
Programs for engaged couples
Stem cell debate at conference examines ethical issues
Catholic Ministries Appeal
Respect Life leaders hear new warning on cloning

March 10, 2004
Church welcomes new members
Bishop DiMarzio: Local Church must welcome immigrants
Father Heller felt call to priesthood very early in life
Pastoral Center has new mailing address
Celiac disease requires different approach to Eucharist
Verdict is in ... Hamptones guilty of crafting fine tunes
Honor band
Tales from Ethiopia
Catholic Ministries Appeal
Bishops go on record in Senate in favor of traditional marriage

March 17, 2004
Public Policy Forum - Church brings concerns to Albany
9/11 memorial groundbreaking ceremony
Passion players hope audiences will experience Calvary
Vatican details responsibilities of bishops
A hint of green - St. Patrick's Day parade
Maria Regina begins celebration of 50th year
Tales from Ethiopia
Diocesan CHSAA championships
St. Mary's program emphasizes leadership
Catholic Ministries Appeal
Diocese, VOTF planning meeting

March 24, 2004
12 choirs collaborate in multimedia Passion presentation
U.S. vicars gather here to be nourished and enriched
Brothers share message of forgiveness
Many role models encouraged vocation
"Da Vinci Code" fun but filled with bad history, theology
St. Dominic High gets new principal
Shamrock Hunt's pot of gold amounts to $272.20 for autism group
"In your words"
St. Boniface giving teens a chance to make a difference
Tales from Ethiopia: Building the Church
Catholic Ministries Appeal
Catholic Ministries Appeal TV special
Patients must get nutrition, hydration when helpful

March 31, 2004
Diocese again preparing for Reconciliation Day
Finance Council rebuts charges
Remembering Archbishop Romero
Sweet taste of victory
Day for diocesan youth set at August 21 at seminary
Vatican, Israel relationship spawns hope, progress
Making a difference: Reporter's notebook by Greg LaFreniere
Respect Life Youth Award Ceremony
McGann-Mercy's rebuilding year ends with Class D title
Coming soon: Long-awaited document on liturgical abuse
St. Edward's proves giving as important as receiving
Immigrant workers facing new driver's license dilemma
Catholic Ministries Appeal

April 7, 2004
Alleluia! He is risen ... Alleluia!/‘Cristo ha Resucitado’
Priests attend class; accent is on communication
Msgr. Fagan, Fr. Batule granted papal honors
Two pastors get new assignments
Sister Joanne honored
St. Agnes parishioner takes Malta promise of obedience
Couples find counseling after annulment can be helpful
Process proves a soul-searching experience for Lindenhurst couple
K of C provides seminarians financial, spiritual backing
Program trains substitute teachers
Students learning about ‘corporal works’ by doing them
Dialogue with atheists can teach about other faiths
Catholic Ministries Appeal

April 14, 2004
In his Easter message, Pope calls again for peace
Father Votrano found priestly vocation while serving as a Religious Brother
Jesuit Father Cser, former missionary, dies at 89
Allelulia! Holy Week celebrations
Franciscan Brother receives "Fisher of Men" Award
Academy students sharing their "sweat-free" message
Holy Week observances
Catholic Ministries Appeal

April 21, 2004
Parishioners drawn to Divine Mercy Sunday devotions
Policing can be both a ministry and a challenge to faith
PFI offers training for lay ministry
Kids helping kids: Valley Streamers reach out to Iraqis
Group working to create a home for pro-life Democrats
Traditional Gregorian chant provides a beautiful alternative
Construction completed at Mercy nursing facility
Catholic Ministries Appeal
Jerusalem, Vatican Church officials criticize Bush backing of Sharon

April 28, 2004
Witness Housing: Parish helps in practical ways
Suffolk Catholic schools form a new sports league
Father DeGrocco: We are all transformed by the Mass
College graduates try full-time volunteering
Hockey champs
Jewish Knight of St. Gregory encourages cooperation
He's safe! Kellenberg vs. St. Anthony's
Catholic Ministries Appeal - Immaculate Conception Seminary
New liturgy instruction makes few changes but raises issues

May 5, 2004
Catholics of diocese called to pray for healing
L.I. group was stranded in Rome
Father John Gorman, longtime pastor, dies
Bishop Walsh honored
Diocese continuing to study school system
Pastor installed
Catholic Ministries Appeal - Diocesan High Schools
Backers, foes and curious attend attend St. Dom's meeting
Students learn how to develop food recovery programs
Girl Scouts receive religious awards
Convocation told: "Good leadership leads the way to God"
Amityville Dominicans continue their mission in old and new ways
Vocations holy hour encourages seminarians

May 12, 2004
Area faithful called to pray for healing
Diva brings "Dolly" into classroom in Freeport
Jubilarian finds he has many things to be thankful for
10 new pastors named
Bill Rottkamp spends his time paying God back for all his blessings
Charities merges mental health clinic to better meet needs
200 attend screening, discussion of Farmingville film
Evening of Prayer planned as herald of Youthfest
Vatican paper, military archbishop criticize Iraqi prisoner abuse
Catholic Ministries Appeal - Our Lady of the Hamptons Regional School

May 19, 2004
Parishes responding to call for novena of reconciliation
Allison McCullough, SHA student, wins speech title
Evening of prayer will set stage for Youthfest 2004 celebration
CHSAA track championship
Top H.S. journalists honored by TLIC
140 couples honored at diocesan Golden Wedding ceremony
Priest, ex-grid coach to speak at conference
Rosary makers' growing popularity is no new mystery
Day of Discovery planned for women who might be considering religious life
Convocation
Bishop Murphy to ordain 12 to the permanent diaconate
Jubilarians honored
Bill would require hospitals to report illegal immigrants
Sister/doctor fields many questions about ethics
National Hospital Week and National Nursing Home Week

May 26, 2004
Bishop leads people in prayers of healing
Msgr. Villar, 84, served at Lindenhurst parish
Patchogue parish utilizing synod process to plan for its future
Life in the Spirit seminar brings prayer, song, praise to St. Pat’s
Msgr. Donnelly has been part of the changing Church
Mother’s advice to be ‘good priest’ motivated Msgr. Boesel
Father Liu’s ministry began in China and continued here
Anne Smith honored by SVDP for work with housing
Father Groeschel on the mend, hopes to be back soon
A response .... by By Msgr. Robert Batule
Catholic Ministries Appeal

June 2, 2004
Four men will be ordained to the priesthood June 12
Young Haitian thanks parish and Charities for his new life
The Long Island Catholic honored
Mark Smith of Hauppauge ordained in Rome
Sports roundup
St. Ignatius Loyola students discover talent in performing arts

June 9, 2004
Prison ministry marks its 25th anniversary
Dominican cardinal visits Freeport parish, Hispanic community there
Blessing for new parish center
Msgr. Kelly receives new papal honor
Pope meets Bush, expresses concern about unrest in Iraq
Blessing of the Pieta at Holy Rood Cemetery
The Long Island Catholic Honored
A jubilee celebration ... : Special Diaconate Anniversary Supplement

June 16, 2004
Diocese hires D.C. attorney to help mediate abuse cases
Bishop ordains four new priests
Sister Evelyn says God’s grace, humor helped her live to be 100
Father Ronald Barry, 78, dies on anniversary of ordination
Greentree grant will help bolster Hispanic outreach staff
New pastors learning ropes of really running a parish
Café Cappuccino Revisited — more than tasty treat
After 29 years, Peterson family graduates from Holy Angels
St. Boniface School closing
Office of Catechesis presents religious studies program certificates
Catholic Ministries Appeal: Golden Wedding Celebrations

June 23, 2004
Diocesan priests doing chaplain duty
Chaplain: mortuary work deepens respect for life
Healing Mass offers new hope to those in need
Catholic League director says Newsday's bias is continuing
23 Haitian seminarians spent week visiting is diocese
He overcomes illness to achieve court honors
The champs
Interim job led to 41-year teaching career at St. Anthony H.S.
Counselor of the Year
Act One's goal to offer support for Christian filmmakers
Catholic Ministries Appeal: Pastors' advisory and development committees

June 30, 2004
St. Raphael's dedicates new church
Bishop announces appointments, retirements
Catholic thinking in the "Spirit of '76"
PFI graduation includes first certified youth ministers
Bishops asked to lobby senators on marriage amendment
Theresa's special playground dedicated
Couples celebrate golden anniversaries
St. Anne's celebrates 75th anniversary
Official appointments

July 7, 2004
Books, heart called keys in learning
Foreign priests answer call to U.S. missions
Wantagh production rewarded with a silent tribute
Father Wymes celebrates 50th anniversary
Father McGovern ordained for Maryknoll
Father Donovan celebrates 25th anniversary
Cursillos continuing to foster renewal
"Things to do" shrinks as goals are checked off
Wedding rehearsal coordinators welcome new couples to Church
Marriage preparation programs offered by diocese
Natural Family Planning sessions
50th wedding anniversary
Continued media consolidation will be without help from the FCC

July 14, 2004
Young people learning to be leaders
Diocese gearing up for Youthfest 2004
Family Day at St. Ignatius Retreat House
Sean Dolan named media director
Catechesis, Stewardship to share theme
Text of the Joint Declaration of the 18th annual meeting of the International
    Catholic-Jewish Liaison Committee
In your words...
H.S. golfers bring honors to their schools
Father Dennis Kelleher, CSsR, known for healing prayer
Bishops "in harmony" on politics according to Cardinal Ratzinger

July 21, 2004
Responses play integral part in Synod process
Long Island retreats: Helping all to respond to their call
Alpha brings evangelization into the Catholic realm
Church's presence felt at AIDS conference

July 28, 2004
Hike in minimum wage could help many in area
Stained glass windows foster love, peace
Most common insurance claims
Long Island Democrats for Life carrying their case to convention
One of most sacred icons returned to Russia
Annual Point Lookout Beach Mass
Father Benedict tells gathering not to be discouraged
Austrian investigation could last through September

August 4, 2004
Vatican says battle of sexes not part of God’s design (CNS)
Performing arts group collects honors at national competition
Youthfest keynoters promising youth a faith-filled experience
Governor’s veto surprises groups who backed bill
Gardening Angels sowing seeds of beauty in Wantagh
Various Church agencies reaching out to Peruvian immigrants
Summer philosophy course prepares future seminarians

August 11, 2004
Youthfest sessions explore varied topics
"We wish to see Jesus" - theme for Youthfest 2004
"Beyond Our Borders": SS. Philip and James group outfits library
Synod committee stresses value of understanding marriage
Education and Youth: Keeping in touch
Campus ministry: thinking outside the pew
Knights hear President, OK resolutions

August 18, 2004
Pope shares in weakness of Lourdes pilgrims
There is still time to register for this week’s YouthFest
Westhampton show will feature actors with handicaps
Copiague celebrates 75th together
Young neighbors learn about social teaching, service
An evening of prayer ...
Shelter Island author was inspired by visit to Catholic school

August 25, 2004
A day for Jesus working through L.I. young people
1,200 gather at seminary to share their faith, personal vision of Jesus
Speakers share their faith and talent
"Where have you seen the face of God?"
Marianists will staff St. Martin de Porres
Ukrainian cardinal visits flock at St. Vladimir Church
Seminarians kept busy during summer break

September 1, 2004
Second judge rules against partial-birth abortion ban
Bridge for Peace spans different gaps
Making fair trade a reality here on L.I.
Support group for survivors of abuse
New principals to lead throngs back to school
Charities announces plans for 65-unit Coram complex
Pastoral Formation Institute courses

September 8, 2004
Vatican mission to U.N. prepares new status
Msgr. Dreasen celebrating journey to his ordination
Life Center opens its second center in Massapequa
Father Gregory Traeger, served in diocese, dies at 90
Following different routes, women profess final vows
Once a teacher ... always a teacher

September 15, 2004
Volunteers, donors lauded for work on Appeal
Order of Holy Sepulchre to invest 28 members from L.I.
We remember... 9/11 memorials
Father Chester Diadia, 69, retired in July
Office of stewardship hosting training days Sept. 18 and 25
Day for Deacons follows varied themes
Diocesan priest sends home personal insight on war
Pastor installed in Blue Point
Relatively speaking: Long Islander's cousin on path to sainthood
Pope says as he gets weaker his belief in prayer for peace increases (CNS)
Decision against abortion ban called ‘callous’ (CNS)
Organizations urge support for hospital ‘conscience clause’ (CNS)
Bishop leads thousands of Catholics in protest over priest’s death (CNS)

September 22, 2004
Synod Focus - I: Overview
Synod Focus - II: Accountability, Authority
Cardinal Bevilacqua Lecture in Pastoral Theology: Cardinal emphasizes role of the Eucharist
Latest storm kills more than 600 people in Haiti alone (CNS)
Couples are really hooked on Marriage Enrichment Day
Student essay contest
St. Agnes sacristan cherishes time to ‘talk to the boys’
Holistic Fair showcases various healing programs offered at center
Statement of Bishop’s representatives meeting with Voice of the Faithful
Campus ministry links faith and volunteerism
New requirements for Religious Studies certificates
Religious Studies Program fall courses announced
Church leaders say proposed church should embrace all (CNS)
Three nations cited for religious freedom abuses (CNS)
Cardinal Keeler: Religion can help conquer racism and xenophobia (CNS)
Muslim scholar rouses support over visa revocation (CNS)

September 29, 2004
New issues, concerns will highlight ad limina meetings
Fr. Vlaun hosting new Telecare show
Religious jubilarians honored
Sisters of Mercy celebrate 150th:
   Feeding the hungry ...
   Mercy in Riverhead
   Brooklyn to Panama
   Helping children, families
   A new vocation
Parish’s Bible study group going strong after 19 years
New pastors installed
Seniors rally in support of Charities proposed housing
Synod Focus - III: Liturgy, Prayer, Sacraments
Synod Focus - IV: Ecumenical & Interfaith
Couples celebrating golden weddings honored at Mass
Religious jubilarians honored
Retired bishop indicted, won’t be prosecuted (CNS)
Tucson Diocese seeks bankruptcy protection (CNS)
Cardinal Mahony to take October sabbatical (CNS)

October 6, 2004
Pope beatifies five, including nun who inspired Gibson (CNS)
‘Birth Day’ has special meaning
Respect Life Sunday
Msgr. Joseph Murray, retired pastor, dies at 72
Speakers tell how two saintly lives were shaped by love for Eucharist (CNS)
Group home residents treated to day of prayer, friendship
Blessing of the animals
Boy Scouts receive religious awards at convocation
Synod Focus - V: Finance
Synod Focus - VI: Ministry
Bishop Ahern shares ‘little way’ with faithful
Grandfather’s faith inspired Father Figliozzi’s vocation
Priests respond positively to letter from Bishop Murphy
Catholic voters urged to analyze issues before casting their ballots
Diocese creates new pastoral care team
Diocese opens special office in Southampton
Diocese has new guide for funeral services

October 13, 2004
Catholics urged to expect more and to be open in faith
Power of Eucharist seen in service (CNS)
New pastors installed
St. Edward’s parishioners join in Franciscan tradition
Hunger group raises awareness through essay contest
Ladies and gentlemen and children of all ages ... Circus School
Diocese promotes ‘Talk 2 Us’ safe school program
Red Mass for legal profession set for Oct. 26 at St. Agnes Cathedral
Telecare will confer Tommy Awards
Synod Focus - VII: Stewardship
Synod Focus - VIII: Life Issues
‘In Your Words’
Pre-election scramble on Hill leaves many bills still pending (CNS)
Franciscan Sister becomes president of St. Bonaventure (CNS)
Vocations outlook daunting, but not bleak, vocations official says (CNS)
Head of ad hoc sex abuse committee  backs continuing ‘zero tolerance’ (CNS)
Members, staff of bioethics council describe quest for consensus (CNS)
Scientists, ethicists differ on embryos in stem-cell research (CNS)
Stem-cell debate said to distract from other moral issues (CNS)
Head of Black Americans for Life hopes to change minds, statistics (CNS)
Federal health plan to offer faith-based option for first time (CNS)
Peace Prize winner gives some credit to Kansas Catholic college (CNS)
Pope says fate of unbaptized babies touches important beliefs (CNS)
Faith, theology are important ‘for our time and place’ (CNS)
Nuncio: Church must ensure moral issues are not ignored in world affairs (CNS)

October 20, 2004
Safety for all is goal of background screenings, training
Faith and Football: NY Jets coach talks about faith
Long Islanders urged to keep New York among states without death penalty
‘Dead Man Walking’ author continues fighting for life
Louise Smith honored for 50 years of service
Bishop Cardone gets new diocese
Year of Eucharist
Long Island pro-life woman recalls bid for presidency
Bishop Murphy: Remove obstacles to life
Synod Focus - IX: Vocations
Synod Focus - X: Young adults, singles, women and men
Parish RCIA, music leaders enjoy sharing and learning
Father Heller installed as pastor
Diocese honors catechists for their education ministry
New Religious Studies courses offered
Campaign 2004: Where the candidates stand
Sharp differences raised in court over execution of juveniles (CNS)
Supreme Court takes cases on Ten Commandments, religious rights (CNS)
Vatican denies it responded to lawyer seeking Kerry’s excommunication (CNS)

October 27, 2004
‘Jerk’ aversion class might help modify dating process
Ex-Jet found ‘God had a plan’
Does your parish need help to help?
Four priests retire, other changes announced
Butterfly Ball helps friends, parish understand illness
Msgr. Caldwell installed
After 50 years, St. William the Abbot School still honors tradition
Readership survey in progress
A call to ‘renew the earth’ heard across Long Island
Chairman, syndicated newscaster receive Tommy Awards
Partnership to search for Parkinson’s cure
Catholic pharmacist refuses to cooperate in dispensing contraceptive (CNS)
Monks say time’s up for Saint Bernards (CNS)
Social doctrine text: mandate is human dignity, common good (CNS)
Select quotes from the ‘Compendium’ (CNS)
Synod Focus - XI: Health Care
Synod Focus - XII: Social Justice, Outreach & Senior Adults
Cardinal Hickey, retired archbishop of Washington, dies at 84 (CNS)
Concern voiced about violence spurred by patriarch (CNS)

November 3, 2004
Catholic Cemeteries ministry provides comfort, hope
Faith on Tap: Bishop Murphy joins the conversation
Thanksgiving help needed
A call for regulating sober houses
Operation Andrew invites men to consider priesthood
Father Cappuccino installed
Football is just a job, faith is for life
Readership survey in progress
Des and Pat McCarthy honored for support
Red Mass, 2004
Campaign works with grassroots groups, local projects
Teachers conference
Nassau-Suffolk CHSAA cross country championships
Writer tries to help baby boomers return to Church
Synod Focus - XIII: Education & Formation
Synod Focus - XIV: Social Justice, Outreach & Senior Adults
Cistercian monks blend their Web business with their prayer life (CNS)
Review board calls for bids for study on causes of sex abuse crisis (CNS)
2004 elections could signal changes for Church in society (CNS)
Catholic shade of green emerges at environmental justice conference (CNS)
Benedictine monk on personal crusade to debunk ‘The Da Vinci Code’ (CNS)
In Syria Islamic moderates work to preserve interreligious harmony (CNS)
Christian leaders rely on political skills to navigate Syrian culture (CNS)

November 10, 2004
In Catholic-Jewish relations, Bishop Murphy is ‘friend and partner’
Mass for deceased bishops and priests
Diocesan high school soccer championships
Holiday appeal
Nocturnal Adoration Rally opens Year of the Eucharist
Parish of St. John of God serves all into their second century
Diocese celebrates golden wedding anniversaries
Teens are weekend missionaries, help very young and not so young
Teachers reflect on fifty years in Catholic classrooms
Teachers honored for 50, 25 years of service
Jets chaplain offers a ‘ministry of presence’
Pope wants Catholics to understand real presence of Christ (CNS)
‘Little miracles,’ DNA evidence led to death row inmate’s exoneration (CNS)
Ethics conference marks 10th year of Oregon’s assisted suicide law (CNS)
Synod Focus - XV: Family & Parents
Synod Focus - XVI: Children & Teens
Eleven ballot measures against same-sex marriage approved (CNS)
After the election: Soothing bitterness, analyzing votes (CNS)

November 17, 2004
Priests conference offers affirmation and reassurance
En route to a championship
Audit finds diocese fully compliant with charter for protection of children, young people
Help: Parishes in diocese facing growing holiday needs
‘Safe Harbor’ receives CCHD grant
Mass of Installation: Father Gerald Cestare
Religious education programs introduce Catechism-based texts
Experiencing grief at the holidays
Why Sunday Mass is so important to Catholics
Most Holy Trinity Church hosts interfaith AIDS service
St. Aidan’s ‘Take Another Look’ group presents discussion of abortion
Brothers bring unique calling to ministry in diocese
Synod Focus - XVII: Evangelization & Diversity
Synod Focus - XVIII: Divorced & Separated
Bishops elect new president, look back on turbulent past three years (CNS)
Abuse crisis has hurt morale of Church employees (CNS)
Pope expresses closeness to Arafat’s family, Palestinian people (CNS)
Pro-life official praises appeal of Oregon assisted suicide case (CNS)
Pope supports painkillers for terminally ill (CNS)
Italian journalists’ book debunks myths about Church and sex (CNS)
Catholic advocates urge people to think about food connections (CNS)

November 24, 2004
Advent season sparks drive to help young area mothers
Mercy Sisters reach out to poor with diverse ministry of caring
Diocese plans for future of Catholic elementary schools
St. Anthony’s champions
Holy Spirit School closing
Church dedicated
St. Rose youngsters learn to serve
Logo contest announced
Late Archbishop Sheen ‘saintly’ but also a ‘good uncle,’ says niece (CNS)
Justice Burke: Despite problems, review board work deepened faith (CNS)
Bishops talk about Communion and politicians (CNS)
Bishops need time to reflect and discuss, new president says (CNS)
Fidelis Care opens Westbury office to insure Nassau’s uninsured
Footwear designed for diabetics

December 1, 2004
National Night of Prayer
Blessings of adoption heralded at St. Brigid’s service
First Sunday of Advent
World AIDS Day — Dec. 1, 2004; Epidemic’s growth unchecked
Giving tree
Matthew Kelly speaks in Westbury
School accredited
Logo contest announced
Popular devotion encouraged proclamation of dogma
Bulletin inserts have motivated response to poor in Appalachia
Sculptor carves three angels out of dying trees at Kansas cemetery (CNS)
One step forward, two back? Appropriations bill takes deciphering (CNS)
Catholic woman says she ‘accomplished some good’ as prison chaplain (CNS)
Vatican returns saints’ relics to Orthodox patriarch, faithful (CNS)
Catholic woman says she ‘accomplished some good’ as prison chaplain (CNS)
U.N. efforts to ban cloning end with no resolution on issue (CNS)
Swiss back embryonic stem-cell research (CNS)
Gospel can be spread by following social teaching (CNS)
Pope encourages bishops’ concern for priests (CNS)
Jesuit finds African voices resonate at meeting of Religious (CNS)
Archbishop says he’ll continue politics-abortion campaign (CNS)

December 8, 2004
Bishop Wcela: Advent is time to recognize Jesus again
100 years of service in the U.S., the Daughters of Wisdom
Out of Africa - Part two of a series
Angels needed
Victim in turkey tossing incident moved to St. Charles Hospital
Catholics, Jews sharing through Project Understanding
Bishop Dunne to chair USCCB science panel
Father Barrett installed in Wading River
Vocations director brings good news of priests to light
An episcopal visit
Chaplains bring presence to healthcare facilities
Bigger, more accurate calendar of saints published (CNS)
Ad limina talk addresses the special role of the laity (CNS)
U.S. military chaplain in Iraq seeks help for wounded troops (CNS)
Pope praises countries’ continued efforts to eliminate land mines (CNS)
Catholic, Jewish leaders discuss challenges of mixed marriages (CNS)
Schedule of marriage preparation programs offered by diocese (CNS)
FOCCUS helps couples discern readiness for marriage
Natural Family Planning seminars offered in 2005

December 15, 2004
Nativity scene called cultural, artistic Christmas trademark (CNS)
Diaconate ordination
Church officials in Bethlehem note rising number of poor families (CNS)
Book inspires pastor to initiate Advent walk in Deer Park
Father Villabon celebrating 50th jubilee
Chilean Congress to consider recommendations of torture commission (CNS)
Slain aid worker honored as ‘peacemaker’ at Mass (CNS)
Pope greets last American bishops on ad limina visit (CNS)
Scouts build new stations for St. Peter’s
Vatican film festival fosters debate about spirituality (CNS)
Dutch bishops’ spokesman says Church urging ‘moral reorientation’ (CNS)
Malta’s bishops reject U.N. committee’s demand their country legalize abortion (CNS)
Bishop visits pen pals
Long Beach Catholic Regional School: Three parishes — one community
Reining in Christmas: Going against the spending tide (CNS)
Millions travel to Mexico for Our Lady of Guadalupe feast (CNS)
Catholic lottery winner distributes funds to support culture of life (CNS)

December 22, 2004
Bishop Murphy's Christmas message
Support groups give priests unique opportunity to share
An early Christmas visit to correctional center
Christmas pageant rightly features Jesus first ... then a visit from Santa
Christmas pageant in Southold
Religious goods stores push meaningful options for giving
New bishop in the Solomon Islands
La Salle School pageant
Posadas bring message of Jesus to the people
‘Angelic’ voices herald the Christmas season
Missions are dear to Californians, but should they get U.S. funds? (CNS)
Vatican delegation astonished by cancellation of meeting with Israel (CNS)
Priest’s ministry includes running Christmas tree farm (CNS)
Pope says Christmas tree is a symbol of Christ (CNS)
Concerns voiced over living will legislation (CNS)

December 29, 2004
Church mobilizes to help tsunami victims
Charities officials say new cutbacks target Island’s low-income families
CIJ’s striving to remain faithful to their mission of serving
Diaconate candidates learn about serving on front lines
Images from 2004
Former Iraq administrator Paul Bremer says faith sustained him (CNS)
Latin American bishops urge caution on free trade agreements (CNS)
Lame-duck Congress acts on several issues of concern to bishops (CNS)