January 1997

Jan. 30, 1997

Features

• Christendom, NDI Merger Called 'Marriage Made in Heaven', by Michael F. Flach (front page)
• O'Connell Surpasses Goal of '100,000 Rosaries for Life', by Michael F. Flach (pg.3)
• Natural Law Study Center Gaining in Popularity, by Michael F. Flach (pg.12)
• The 1997 March for What?, by Bill Powell.
• St. James Church Hosts Ecumenical Prayer Service, by Eric M. Johnson.

Teaching and Commentary

• Small Town Heroes, Editor's Desk.
• Step 11: Daily Prayer Meditation, column by Mary D.
• In Pain and Loss, God is There, column by Elizabeth Foss.
• A Lonely Place, gospel commentary by Fr. James A. Verrecchia.
• What Are the Eastern Rites?, Straight Answers from Fr. William Saunders.

Jan. 23, 1997

Features

• Fifty Years of Priesthood, by Eduardo Flores (front page)
• Noted Author, Educator Extols the Value of Virtue, by Michael F. Flach (pg.3)
• 'Mousetrap': West End Could Build a Better One, by Eric M. Johnson (pg.29)

Teaching and Commentary

• Political Expediency, Editor's Desk.
• Moment of Grace, gospel commentary by Fr. Paul F. deLadurantaye.
• Holy Days of Obligation, Straight Answers from Fr. William Saunders.
• Mass Attire: Don't Judge Others, guest column by Cathleen Ann Steg.
• Bible Stories Excite Children, column by Jennifer Jordan.
• What's the Deal with TV Ratings?, column by Mary Beth Bonacci.

Catholic Schools Week — Special Section

• Letter From the Superintendant
• New Diocesan Schools Planned, by Eric M. Johnson.
• Construction Continues as Ireton Plans Curriculum Change, by Michael F. Flach.
• New Technology Enhances Traditional Curriculum at St. James School, by Mary Beth Volpe.
• Countdown to the Millennium at Paul VI High School, by Jennifer Meade.

Jan. 16, 1997

Features

• O'Connell Students Witness for Life, by Karen Berkon (front page)
• Bishop's Secretary Mourned by Family, Friends, by Michael F. Flach (pg.3)
• Notre Dame Academy Mourns Death of Student, by Heather Maloney (pg.23)

Teaching and Commentary

• Same Old Song, Editor's Desk.
• Step 10: A Suggestion for the New Year, by Mary D.
• A Baby Girl Changes Everything, column by Elizabeth Foss.
• Faith and Witness, gospel commentary by Fr. Dominic P. Irace.
• Brothers and Sisters of Jesus..., Straight Answers from Fr. William Saunders.

Special Section — Catholic Charities 50th Anniversary

• Concern for Children, Needy Drives Catholic Charities, by Eric M. Johnson.
• Volunteers Have Long Been Backbone of Agency's Work, by Michael F. Flach.
• Msgr. Scannell Recalls Early Years of Catholic Charities, by Paul Grankauskas.
• Travers Finds Parish Outreach 'Rewarding Experience,' by Michael F. Flach.

Jan. 9, 1997

Features

• Guatemala: The Colors, the Scents, the People, by Ann M. Augherton (front page)
• Kansas Man Walks 4,000 Miles to Focus on the Poor, by Ann M. Augherton (center spread)
• Christendom, NDI to Merge, by Michael F. Flach (front page)
• Principal Remembered for Faith, Dedication to Work, by Eric M. Johnson (pg.3)
• Second Natural Law Conference to be Held at St. Agnes Church, by Michael F. Flach (pg.15)
• Pro-Life Group Lays Plans to be Major Political Player, by Eric M. Johnson (pg.16)
• Paul VI Hosts Charity Basketball Game, by Abbie Doss (pg.19)
• McLean Physician Shares Insights in New Book, by Eric M. Johnson (pg.21)

Teaching and Commentary

• New Look for '97, Editor's Desk.
• Recycled Resolutions, column by Jennifer Jordan.
• Baptism: Life in Christ, gospel commentary by Fr. Lee Gross.
• Grace: A Precious Gift from God, by Sal Ciresi.
• What Does it Mean to be a Truly Loving Christian?, by Mary Beth Bonacci.