CATH DOHERTY strikes a chord that FR EAMONN O’BRIEN of the Cultural our Liturgy should create harmony. Exchange with China celebrates the MARTIN BLACKSHAW raises concern first profession at Sr Mary Niu’s over Communion Pages 10, 11 Monastery. Pages 12&13

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NEWS pages 1-9 Pope Benedict XVI blesses a child (left) at the end of a Mass at which he Baptised OPINION pages 10-11 16 infants in the Sistine Chapel (above) at the Vatican on Sunday, on the Feast of ALL YOUR CHILDREN SHALL BE the Baptism of Our Lord. The Holy Father used a new Baptismal font, replacing one FEATURES pages 12-13, 21 that had been used since 1996. He spoke to the parents and godparents of the LETTERS page 14 responsibility of educating children in the Faith. For full report, see page 9 TAUGHT BY THE LORD COLUMNISTS pages 15-16, 22 INTIMATIONS pages 17-20 BISHOPS’ ENGAGEMENTS page 20 CHILDREN’S LITURGY page 23 Call for Faith, hope and charity CELEBRATING LIFE page 24 Holy Father tells diplomats of need for religious freedom, protection of family and financial responsibility VATICAN ELEVATIONS By Martin Dunlop 179 nations that the Vatican has diplo- while he added that he was pleased to matic relations with. learn ‘that following an initiative of the POPE Benedict XVI has spoken The Pope also expressed hope that Kingdom of Jordan, dialogue has been about the importance of religious there would be an end to bloodshed in resumed.’ freedom, the protection of family Syria and a speedy start to political dia- values and the crippling effects of logue with the presence of independent Youth and family the global financial crisis, during a observers. The Holy Father spoke in his address speech to Vatican diplomats. “I pray for a rapid end to the blood- about the ‘pivotal role’ played by young Speaking on Monday at his annual shed and the beginning of a fruitful dia- people in society and underlined the ‘State of the World’ address to members logue between the political forces, need for solid educational institutions. of the Diplomatic Corps (right) accred- encouraged by the presence of inde- The Pope said that family creates a ited to the Holy See, the Holy Father pendent observers,” he said. fundamental ‘setting’ for education and expressed his deep concern for what he Speaking of the Arab Spring move- said there is ‘a need for policies which called ‘a profound disquiet’ that is dark- ment, the Holy Father said that ‘young promote the family and aid social cohe- ening the world at this moment in time. people, fearful of an uncertain future, sion and dialogue.’ have launched what has developed into He warned, however, that there are Religious freedom a vast movement calling for reforms and several threats to the traditional fam- In his address, the Pope described reli- An explosion on Christmas Day more share in political and social life.’ ily— particularly the clamour for same- gious freedom as ‘the first of human ripped through a Catholic church near “I invite the international community sex ‘marriage’—that undermined ‘the POPE ORDAINS rights, for it expresses the most funda- Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, killing more to dialogue with the actors in the cur- future of humanity itself.’ nuncio to Ireland as mental reality of the person.’ than 30 people, while, last Spring, Pak- rent process and to contribute to the The Pope said that ‘pride of place archbishop; names 22 He highlighted that in many coun- istan’s sole Christian government min- building of stable and reconciled soci- goes to the family, based on the mar- tries, Christians are ‘deprived of funda- ister, Shahbaz Bhatti, was assassinated. eties that are opposed to every form of riage of a man and a woman.’ cardinals-designate mental rights, sidelined from public life “On the continent of Africa... it is unjust discrimination,” the Pope said. “This is not a simple social conven- and even violently attacked and forced essential that co-operation between In reference to the Holy Land, tion, but rather the fundamental cell of Pages 8, 9 to leave their homes.’ Christian communities and govern- ‘where tensions between Palestinians every society,” the Holy Father said. He remembered the ‘numerous vic- ments favour progress along the path of and Israelis affect the stability of the “Consequently, policies which under- tims’ of religiously motivated terrorism justice, peace and reconciliation, where entire Middle East,’ the Pope said ‘it is mine the family threaten human dignity and said that these acts were especially respect is shown for members of all necessary that the leaders of these two and the future of humanity itself. prevalent last year in Asia and Africa, ethnic groups and all religions,” the peoples adopt courageous and far- citing violence in Pakistan and Nigeria. Pope said to representatives from the sighted decisions in favour of peace,’ Continued on page 2

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Guests bring in the New Year at cardinal’s reception

By Liz Leydon Mgr Allan T Chambers from St David’s, were joined by the Right Rev David Arnott, (Above left) Cardinal Keith O’Brien with Mgr Stephen Dalkeith, were among the clergy helping Cardi- Moderator of the General Assembly of the Robson (far left), Mgr Michael Regan (far right), church GUESTS arriving at Cardinal Keith nal O’Brien and his household staff greet guests. Church of Scotland, and his wife Rosemary, Sir leaders, politicians and VIPS. (Above) His Eminence O’Brien’s New Year reception at St Bennet’s, While First Minister Alex Salmond sent his Tom and Lady Anne Farmer, Dame Elish Angi- with SNP Cabinet Minister John Swinney and his wife the Archbishop’s House, in Edinburgh, on apologies, his government was well represented. olini QC and her husband Domenico and George Elizabeth PICS: PAUL McSHERRY Friday were grateful for the mild January Fiona Hyslop, MSP, Cabinet minister for culture Eadie of CR Smith among many others. evening and the even warmer reception. and external affairs, and John Swinney MSP, Cardinal O’Brien said the reception gave him Lord Provost George Grubb and his wife Eliza- Mgr Stephen Robson from Our Lady Star of Cabinet secretary for finance and sustainable the opportunity to repay the support and hospi- beth who attended the reception. the Sea, North Berwick, Mgr Michael Regan Growth and his wife Elizabeth Quigely were tality he had received throughout the year. The from St Margaret’s Cathedral, Edinburgh, and among the guests gathered at St Bennet’s. They cardinal made special reference to Edinburgh [email protected]

Cardinal Keith O’Brien celebrated a Christmas Mass as he visited the Protect both religious freedoms and Carmelite Monastery at Dysart on December 31 (left). Cardinal O’Brien family values, Pope Benedict XVI says was joined by chaplain Fr Philip Jones CSsR and Deacon John Deighan as Continued from page 1 Ambassador Baker said that they gathered with the sisters around what he saw as the overall mes- the crib. Deacon John, who is studying “The family unit is fundamen- sage of the address was not to ‘let in Rome and will be ordained for the tal for the educational process the short-term crisis deter you archdiocese in June this year, served and for the development both of from the important long-term and sang the Gospel at Midnight Mass individuals and states; hence policy goals and objectives.’ with Pope Benedict XVI in St Peter’s there is a need for policies which “His Holiness was very clear Basilica Rome. His Emeinence closed promote the family and aid that we should not despair in this out the year with a visit to the social cohesion and dialogue.” moment of crisis but that we Carmelite Monastery in Falkirk need to look forward with new (below). He visited the sisters in their Financial crisis commitment, new dialogue, new enclosure on December 31, where he During his speech on Monday, creativity for ourselves and for celebrated Mass, and welcomed local the Pope also referred to the the younger generations,” he visitors from St Francis Xavier’s and ‘grave and disturbing develop- said. Camelon Parish Church ments of the global economic Chawki Armali, the represen- PICS: PAUL McSHERRY and financial crisis.’ tative of the Palestinian Libera- He said that those affected tion Organisation, gave a ‘include not only the families positive reaction to the Holy and businesses of economically Father’s comments about the advanced nations, but also those renewed Jordan-brokered peace in developing countries.’ talks between Israelis and The Pope acknowledged that Palestinians. SPOTLIGHT ON... the crisis has bred, especially “He was very [hopeful] that among younger generations, these negotiations could go ‘frustration and fear of the again so that all the parties will future.’ have their rights and their right He added that the crisis can to have their own state,” Mr and must be an incentive to Armali said, while Mordechay reflect on human existence and Lewy, Israel’s ambassador, said on the importance of its ethical that he felt the Holy Father ‘saw dimension. the light in the window and he encouraged the lights to be Reaction stronger.’ Speaking after the Holy Father’s “And I think that’s very much address, Nigel Baker, the UK welcomed by us,” he said. Ambassador to the Holy See, said that the message may have Editorial, see page 14 been sombre but it was neither gloomy nor pessimistic. [email protected]

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Friday January 13 2012 SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER SUPPORT YOUR NATIONAL CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER NEWS 3 Bishop Toal highlights ‘Dangerous’ assisted suicide report youth and Sacraments Spokesman for Scottish bishops concerned by Falconer report that pro-life groups call biased BISHOP Joseph Toal of Argyll and the Isles has used By Martin Dunlop defeated in her attempt to introduce the his message for the New End of Life Assistance (Scotland) Bill in Year to remind Catholic A SPOKESMAN for Scotland’s bish- 2010 and is planning to introduce a new Faithful to reach out to the ops has deemed as ‘dangerous’ pro- bill to the Scottish Parliament on assisted youth of the Church with posals released last week calling for dying. ‘faith and courage’ and of the legalisation of assisted suicide in In spite of this Gordon Macdonald, par- the importance of the Sacra- England and Wales. liamentary officer for Christian charity, ments and adoration of the Pro-life and anti-euthanasia groups CARE, and policy officer for the Care Not Blessed Sacrament. throughout the UK have also united in Killing coalition of Care, believes it is not In a message released ahead their condemnation of the 400-page Fal- an area that will be revisited in Scotland. of the feast of the Epiphany, coner Report. He told the SCO that the Scottish Parlia- Bishop Toal, president of the The report, published by the Commis- ment has already shown there is no Bishops’ Conference of Scot- sion on Assisted Dying, chaired by Lord appetite for changing the laws on assisted land’s Liturgy Commission, Falconer of Thoroton (right), requests that dying north of the border. said that we are ‘encouraged to young take the lead in showing the law should change to permit assisted “I don’t think there is an appetite within imitate’ the Wise Men ‘by our their love for their Faith and suicide for patients who are terminally ill the Scottish Parliament for revisiting this own acts of homage before the how good they feel about being and have less than a year to live. issue,” Mr Macdonald said but added in Lord, and our willingness to part of the Catholic Church. It was, however, paid for by millionaire reference to the Falconer report, that ‘we present to Him our own gifts, They like what the Church author and voluntary euthanasia cam- cannot let our guard down’ against ‘dan- especially that of our worship offers—its apostolic tradition paigner Sir Terry Pratchett who has gerous’ and ‘vociferous’ pro-euthanasia and service of Him as members and worldwide membership, its Alzheimer’s disease, and sponsored by campaigning. of His Body, the Church.’ beautiful Liturgy and deep Dignity in Dying, the former Voluntary Nicholson, director of the Society for the Ms MacDonald, who has Parkinson’s Before speaking of his hopes prayer-life, its commitment to Euthanasia Society. Protection of Unborn Children (SPUC) disease and has backed the publication of for the New Year, Bishop Toal Christ and the living of the Scotland, commented that ‘it is nothing the Falconer report, said that it is an issue noted that he ‘found an echo of Gospel values and moral Dangerous and biased more than pro-euthanasia propaganda.’ ‘that is not going to go away.’ the Epiphany’ in Pope Benedict norms, its hope of eternal life John Deighan, the parliamentary officer for “What we are dealing with here is a The Falconer report recommends that XVI’s message to young and its firm trust in the Lord in the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland, report from a commission made up of and patients who are terminally ill and have Catholics at last year’s World the uncertainties and troubles described the proposals as ‘very dangerous.’ funded by pro-euthanasia supporters set less than a year to live should be allowed Youth Day celebrations in of this world.” “Changes in the law would not affect up following parliament’s repeated rejec- to request a lethal dose of drugs from their Madrid. The bishop also spoke of the just those wanting to die but every person tions of attempts by Lord Falconer and doctor, which they would take themselves. “He identified the young importance of the Sacraments, in our society and this is what the com- other pro-euthanasia politicians and cam- Dr Peter Saunders of the Care Not people of the Church, pointing including Reconciliation and mission is unwilling to take seriously,” Mr paigners to change the law,” Ms Nichol- Killing group said that a law allowing the way ahead for the New Holy Communion, and the ado- Deighan said. “Many people would be put son said. “Those who head SPUC’s assisted suicide, ‘especially at a time of Evangelisation,” Bishop Toal ration of the Blessed Sacra- at grave risk and for that reason the pro- disability wing believe this latest report to economic recession, when many families said. ment, and cited the Holy Father posed ‘safeguards’ have already been be a renewed attack on the legal status of are feeling financial pressure and health The Argyll and the Isles as saying ‘adoration is prima- rejected three times by politicians at the disabled and elderly people and yet budgets are being cut,’ is ‘the very last bishop also drew attention to rily an act of faith.’ Scottish and UK Parliaments in recent another attempt to convince the public that thing we need.’ the Holy Father’s words on “Pope Benedict participated years. many disabled people want to die, and that “This would place pressure on elderly, adoration, in his address to the in similar acts of adoration “Attempts to bring in new legislation they are sensible to want to die.” sick and disabled people to end their lives, Roman Curia for Christmas offered by young people before are a waste of time given that the meas- Ms Nicholson added that more than 40 for fear of being an emotional or financial 2011. “In bringing to your Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament ures have already been thoroughly exam- organisations, including the British Med- burden or exhausting an inheritance, and attention what Pope Benedict at the Prayer Vigil in Madrid, ined and rejected. For the sake of living in ical association, refused to give evidence would be a recipe for abuse and exploita- sees as a particularly important as at Hyde Park the previous a civilised society, we need to ensure that to Lord Falconer’s group. tion for those with an interest in their aspect of our Faith, which year, and was moved by the that opinion continues to prevail.” deaths,” Dr Saunders said. young people are drawn to and silence of those present as they The Falconer report has been widely Assisted suicide in Scotland want to experience more recognised the physical pres- criticised and dismissed for its bias. Donna Independent MSP Margo MacDonald was I [email protected] deeply, we have to work in our ence of the Risen Christ,” the diocese, in our parishes, bishop said. schools and church groups, to In concluding his New Year win the hearts of our young message the bishop asked that St Mungoʼs Bairns launch festival in Glasgow people for Christ,” the bishop Catholic Faithful ‘build on said. what we have at present and ARCHBISHOP Mario Conti “We need the young as active ask the Lord to be with our of Glasgow was among and joyful participants in the young people and all who lead those present on Saturday life of the Church, and we have them in the ways of Faith and for the launch of the annual to reach out to them with faith Christian living.’ St Mungo Festival, which and courage. We can draw this year also marks the 14th some inspiration from special I Read the bishops message in centenary of the founding of events and great gatherings, full at http://www.sconews. the city. because we see there that the co.uk/opinion/15401/15401/ The seven-day festival— which includes Archbishop Conti celebrating Mass with priests of the archdiocese at St Mungo’s Church, Townhead, Glasgow, this evening, the feast day of the city’s saint—began on Saturday with the reading of PICS: PAUL McSHERRY Jocelin’s Life of Kentigern, Vita Archbishop Conti and Dr Laurence Whitley (above). (Right) Alexander Geddes of St Andrew’s Secondary as St Mungo Kentigerni (St Mungo is also and St Mungo’s Bairns from St Andrew’s and St Timothy’s Primary School. Listen to podcasts from Bailie Catherine referred to as St Kentigern) at McMaster and on the Ecumenical Evening Service online at http://stmungomusic.org.uk/the-st-mungo-festival-2012 the Mitchell Library and an ecu- menical vespers celebration at English and Latin, offered a Glasgow Cathedral on Sunday, ‘flavour of how the story of St a collaboration between Arch- Mungo was read... for 400 Thomas Marin James Scott bishop Conti and Dr Laurence years.’ Independent Funeral Directors Funeral Directors Whitley, minister of the cathe- Rev Whitley explained that dral, and Glasgow Churches the ecumenical service in “Stay local... keep it in the Your local Independent Funeral Director Over eighty years of Together with the support of recognition of St Mungo was family... offer a prompt Glasgow City Council. first arranged between himself and personal service 24 giving undivided attention, Bailie Catherine McMaster and Archbishop Conti in 2008. hours a day... make it 24 hour care and a level of service second to none. The only independent, of Glasgow City Council, the “It is amazing to see the affordable.” inspiration behind the St cross-section of peoples and family-owned business in the area. Mungo Festival, welcomed cultures that are now here,” he Thomas Marin 1926 Let our family look after your family those at the launch where said. “Therefore, if we can find Three generations later, his words are just music was sung by the St a single focus to unite us as one as important to our family business today. 314 Portobello High Street, Edinburgh EH15 2DA Mungo Singers and local people in this great city, then 62-64 St Mary Street, Tel: 0131 556 7192 or Edinburgh EH1 1SX 0131 556 6874 (24 hrs) Tel: 0131 669 6333 school children performed. She Mungo is the one to do it.” or 0131 669 1285 (24hrs) said the festival meant so much Archbishop Conti will also 7 Bridge Street, Musselburgh EH21 6AA to her and local people because be present at the festival’s Tel: 0131 665 6925 ‘St Mungo was the first Bishop Molendinar Awards Ceremony of Glasgow.’ She added that the at Glasgow City Chambers this reading of Vita Kentigerni in afternoon. www.thomasmarin.co.uk www.thomasmarin.co.uk 4 NEWS FEATURE SUPPORT YOUR NATIONAL CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER Friday January 13 2012

Where evidence of the Great Creator looms large St Kilda may have lost its last inhabitants in 1930, but people continue to be fascinated by the far-flung archipelago to this day By Rennie McOwan ries. The huge cliffs are among the Many suggestions have been made craft. I still wanted to die and it took a (Main) An overview of Village Bay on Hirta. highest and most formidable in Britain about the possible future of St Kilda, couple of days ashore to get rid of the (Above insets) The village street as it was WINDOW shopping can be very and the lonely appeal of the islands ranging from a germ warfare labora- seasick feeling. The volunteers work in the past and as it is now. Preservation beneficial. I was browsing in an and its community history has resulted tory to a prison. In fact, it was indeed hard under their leaders, but there is work is ongoing on St Kilda art gallery and shop recently and in hundreds of books being written an 18th century prison for Lady always time to explore Hirta, and for came across a painting by the late about them. No other island group has Grange, wife of James Erskine, a judge the very lucky ones, a landing on Bor- existed, the islands do have a Christian and gifted Jim Nicholson, official been so intensively chronicled. of the Court of Session. She had a very eray or Dun (no easy matter). heritage. Three small churches existed artist to the National Trust for loose tongue and threatened to give In the evenings the groups gather in dedicated to Christ, St Columba and Scotland and a good friend. History of the islands away her husband’s Jacobite plotting. one of the cottages and yarn and sing St Brendan and of these only traces Like much of Jim Nicholson’s The islands names tell a lot about early She was kidnapped by clansmen in -songs or drop in on the Army camp remain. work, it showed detailed objects seen visitors, plundering, seeking fresh 1732 and the word was deliberately where there is a small bar known as Trust documentation states that the St against wide landscapes of sky, sea water and provisions, and settling for passed around that she had died, but the Puff Inn. A strong feeling of cama- Brendan is likely to be St Bernard of and mountains. This particular paint- periods. Boreray is probably Old she was eventually dumped on Hirta. radarie develops and can last for years. Clonfert, in Ireland, who died in 578AD. ing shows a fast-running sea, the out- Norse for ‘island of the fortified place.’ She had no Gaelic and the people The chat includes discussion about He made new foundations in Scotland line of the side of a boat and all Soay can translate as ‘island of sheep,’ looked after her in a kindly fashion. the meaning of St Kilda and people and is mentioned with Columba at Iona. flanked by flying gannets and other and Dun as ‘skerry of the (seals) cove.’ She made pathetic little mailboats offer their opinions. I recall reading Two early Christian cross-slabs have seabirds. On the far horizon is a series Hirta has the remains of ‘modern’ from driftwood and old bottles and somewhere that a Masonic lodge in been recorded on Hirta. of outlines of islands, depicted in pale houses and other habitation, which go enclosing an account of her incarcera- Australia was named St Kilda. It is Donald Monro, High Dean of the blue and clearly seen against the green back into pre-history. The island is tion and pushed the boats into the sea difficult to get rid of the image of a Isles, visited the Hebrides in 1549 and and white sea and a near-yellow sky. dotted with little beehive shaped struc- hoping they would be found and she saintly figure like St Columba or St wrote that the people of St Kilda were It is a memorable painting for me tures called cleits and formed of stones would be rescued. She was later Brendan braving huge seas in tiny ‘scarce learnt in any religion.’ because it brought back memories of and turf. They could hold ropes, tackle imprisoned in different parts of the boats and spreading the Gospel. A catechist is recorded as being visiting the far-flung islands of St and food stuffs and were a kind of Highlands and died in 1745. appointed to the islands in 1710 and Kilda and being caught up in the pleas- primitive refrigerator. The modern What’s in a name? the ‘modern’ St Kildans became part ant controversy over the alleged life of population of Hirta numbered just Preservation Official Trust researchers state that the of the (Presbyterian) Free Church in this very shadowy ‘saint.’ Despite evi- under 200 and this remnant were evac- The modern trust’s working parties also name St Kilda is a corruption of an old 1843 and the United Free Church in dence to the contrary, people do talk as uated to the mainland in 1930. The make mailboats from driftwood and Norse name and these hardy sailors 1900. if he were a person. name Hirta probably derives from the they sometimes include a sealed can knew the islands as Hirtir. The name St The modern working parties have Old Norse for red hill and the trust which contains modern stamped post- Kilda may have arisen in the 16th cen- organised church services from time St Kilda working party I was with also checked cards and the stamp of the St Kilda tury because of faulty map copying. to time. The late Mgr John C Barry, The islands are now in the care of the the many names of Gaelic origin. Club, the voluntary organisation of peo- The name in the form of Skilda, rector of St Andrew’s College, Dry- trust and they have a new status as a A line of old cottages still stands at ple who have stayed overnight on the Skildar and Skaldir occurs in late 16th grange, led some of the modern work- World Heritage Site. They are not easy Village Bay and some have been ren- islands. Our group’s mailboat landed on century maps and there is some evi- ing parties and celebrated Mass there. to get to because they lie 70 miles ovated for working parties. Harris nine days later and a local boy dence that the name was initially Our group had the pleasure of listen- west of the Scottish mainland and The St Kildans lived mainly by a found it and mailed the postcards. applied to another group of islands ing to a Gaelic psalm sung by Mod even landing on the biggest island of fowling economy, ‘harvesting’ the The volunteer parties work hard near the coast of Lewis. It is found as gold medallist, the late Joan Macken- Hirta, where there is the only jetty, can thousands of puffins, fulmers and gan- renovating the old school and 19th S Kilder in 17th maps and it may zie, who was also doing research work be a chancy business. nets. They became expert cragsman century church and stay on the islands derive from Old Norse for a shield. on Gaelic place names. The others in the group are Borarey, and some of the men developed very for a fortnight, taking it in turns to be The islands do look like shields as they It is ludicrous to say ‘St Kilda, pray Soay and Dun. Only Hirta has a mod- strong toes and ankles. the cook for the day. Some volunteers appear on the horizon and this can be for us,’ but the memory of Celtic ern population, a radar-tracking Army The Soay sheep, the most primitive find the voyages very testing. seen in Jim Nicholson’s painting. I per- saints, hardy peoples and a unique base. in Europe, provided meat and wool Our group were fortunate to be sonally favour that interpretation. lifestyle still surround these special Additionally, there are spectacular and the isolation of the islands has taken out by the Navy and brought islands and there is evidence of the rock stacks, Stac an Armin , Stac Lee resulted in sub-species of mouse and back by a fisheries protection vessel. Christian heritage Great Creator in the striking scenery, and Levenish, and several other sker- wren being developed. Most volunteer groups are in smaller Although St Kilda may not have the massive seas, and the huge skies. Friday January 13 2012 SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER SUPPORT YOUR NATIONAL CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER LOCAL NEWS 5 Dundee priest surprised and Bishop celebrates the call to serve delighted by Papal honour A PRIEST from Dunkeld found him to be a most loyal Bishop Hugh Gilbert joins in celebration with the Guild of St Stephen in Aberdeen Diocese has said he is collaborator and a devoted ‘astonished but delighted’ to priest to his people.” By George Brand have been honoured by Born and raised in Dundee, Pope Benedict XVI. Mgr McBride studied for the BISHOP Hugh Gilbert of Aberdeen Canon Kenneth McBride, priesthood at Blairs Junior was the principal celebrant of Mass at parish priest at St Ninian’s Seminary in Aberdeenshire and St Mary’s, Aberdeen, as the cathe- Church, Menzieshill, Dundee, the Royal Scots College Val- dral’s Guild of St Stephen recently has been made a chaplain to ladolid in Spain. gathered for the annual Mass marking His Holiness, which carries He also spent a study year in the feast day of their patron. with it the title of monsignor. Rome before his ordination in A total of 12 new altar servers were The appointment comes at an 1962. He was ordained in St enrolled into the guild at the Mass, includ- extra special time for the parish Andrew’s Cathedral, Dundee, ing some members of the local Polish com- priest as he celebrates the by Bishop William Andrew munity who attend Mass at the cathedral. golden jubilee of his ordination Hart. The Guild of St Stephen, an international to the priesthood this year. After his ordination, Mgr organisation of altar servers, was founded “I am absolutely astonished McBride returned to Rome for in England at the beginning of the last cen- to be honoured by the Holy another year to continue his tury. Its founder was Fr Hamilton Mac- Father, but delighted,” Mgr studies. On his return to Donald, who was chaplain at the Sacred McBride said. Dunkeld Diocese he served as a Heart Convent at Hammersmith in London. Congratulations were also curate in Perth for 13 years. offered by Bishop Vincent He has also been parish Need for servers Logan of Dunkeld, who said he priest in Newport, Tayport and Speaking in his sermon at the Mass, Bishop was ‘delighted the Holy Father Leuchars, in St Pius, Dundee, Gilbert addressed the cathedral servers and has honoured Canon McBride and he spent several years as the congregation present about the contin- in this way.’ administrator of St Andrew’s ual need for good servers, who were ‘alert “It is richly deserved recog- Cathedral. and attentive’ to their duties in serving at nition for a dedicated priest,” He also served as Catholic the altar, ‘where the bishop, priest and the bishop said. “He has served Chaplain at Dundee University deacon perform their sacred duties.’ the people of this diocese loy- for many years. As parish priest He also referred to the text taken from ally and faithfully for almost in St Ninian’s he is also chap- the old version of the Eucharistic Prayer, to be formed in Scotland and was affili- One of the founder members, George half a century. And in my 30 lain to the neighbouring primary which read: “We thank you for counting ated to the Archconfraternity at Westmin- Brand, is still serving today and is the years as bishop I have always school. us worthy to stand in your presence and ster in February 1960. cathedral’s MC. serve you,” which many of those gathered Chaplain to the guild at that time was Fr In a special moment at the St Stephen’s agreed could easily be adopted as a motto Mario Conti, who was later to be Day Mass, an award was presented to Paul for altar servers. appointed Bishop of Aberdeen and is now Kinnear, in recognition of his serving for Bishop Toal mourns the passing Archbishop of Glasgow. He enrolled St more than 50 years at the altar (above). Guild history Mary’s Cathedral Guild’s first members St Mary’s Cathedral Guild was the second on Ash Wednesday of that year. I Additional reporting by Martin Dunlop of much-loved church organist

BISHOP Joseph Toal of world of church organ music,” Argyll and the Isles Diocese the priests said in tribute to Mr expressed great sadness in Bell. “John didn’t just play the Glasgow headteacher makes this year’s honours list hearing of the death of John organ, he somehow prayed it! Bell, the much-loved organist His technical skill was matched A CATHOLIC headteacher Anne McFadden, pictured (back at St Mary’s Church, Portree, by the thoughtful and prayerful from Glasgow has been centre) with some St Mirin’s pupils Skye, who also performed for manner with which he chose awarded an OBE in the “Anne is a fabulous head- the diocesan choir. music for the services. queen’s New Year’s honours teacher and Glasgow is lucky Following Mr Bell’s death on “John was a great organist, list. to have such a committed and Tuesday December 27, Bishop but he wasn’t a show off. He Anne McFadden, head- dedicated employee,” Ms Toal said that he would be missed played to lead others in prayer.” teacher at St Mirin’s Primary McFadden said. across Argyll and the Isles, while The priests added that Mr School, was recognised for her Returning to school on Mon- thoughts and prayers were offered Bell’s participation in the dioce- services to education and, day after the Christmas holidays, for his wife and daughters. san pastoral music weekends was although she was delighted to Ms McFadden was touched by “John will be fondly remem- ‘calm, patient and professional.’ accept the award, she was quick the messages of congratulations bered and greatly missed in his “Our cathedral liturgies were to pay tribute to the whole that she received from St Mirin’s own parish in Skye, and in the greatly improved by the high school community, which she pupils. diocese also, remembering his standard of his playing,” the believes has been instrumental “It was lovely, they were special contribution as organist priests said. “As part of the team in the school’s success. 2002, and in 2010 she was develop the lessons for the coming up to me in the corridor in Portree and at diocesan of organists for the Papal Mass in “The award reflects the team awarded the title of Scottish Sense Over Sectarianism initia- and congratulating me,” she Masses in the cathedral,” Bishop 2010, John’s maturity and the work in the school, which I see Headteacher of the Year. tive launched to prevent sectar- said. “I have had to tell them Toal said. “We extend our sym- humility of his approach to the as the cornerstone of St The recent recognition from ian attitudes in young people. that, unfortunately, I will not be pathy and prayers to his wife task at hand were greatly appreci- Mirin’s,” Ms McFadden, who is the queen tops off a successful Ms McFadden’s hard work able to bring them all with me Judith and to all his friends.” ated. His child-like pride at being a parishioner of Christ the King career for Ms McFadden as she and dedication was also praised when I collect the award.” Frs Michael Hutson and James involved in the Papal Liturgy was Church, King’s Park, Glasgow, is set to retire this year. by Jean McFadden, Glasgow Ms McFadden will receive MacNeil of Argyll and the Isles so strong that he couldn’t really said. “We have great help and Her ‘outstanding leadership’ City Council’s executive mem- her OBE from the queen within said Mr Bell ‘saw music as the comprehend how refreshing we support from parents, too.” was highlighted by HMIe ber for education, who said the the next six months and she is servant of the Liturgy’ and he found his contribution!” Ms McFadden has worked at inspectors, who recently gave OBE was a ‘wonderful acco- also planning a celebration for ‘made himself the servant of the Mr Bell’s funeral Mass was St Mirin’s for more than 20 St Mirin’s a glowing report, lade for Anne and the whole the whole school, which they parish community.’ celebrated last Thursday at St years, becoming headteacher in while the school also helped school community.’ can all enjoy. “He truly loved the whole Mary’s Church, Portree.

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Golden celebration for St Ambrose’s 50th anniversary Cardinal Keith O’Brien and Bishop Joseph Devine celebrate Mass with the school community in Coatbridge to mark the milestone By Peter Donaldson of finality—allowed those present to both reflect youth at a local level, allowing them to remain (Above left) Cardinal O’Brien, Bishop Devine and local S6 pupil at St Ambrose High School, with fondness and anticipate with excitement involved in parish activity. He also praised the clergy with headteacher Ellen Douglas, servers and Coatbridge what has been and is yet to come. Pope Benedict XVI Caritas Awards scheme, and school leaders. (Above) St Ambrose High School pupils its role in encouraging young adults to actively highlight their fundraising feat CARDINAL Keith O’Brien recently joined Importance of Faith learn about, practise and serve their Faith. ABOVE LEFT PIC: PAUL McSHERRY Bishop Joseph Devine of Motherwell in cel- Ellen Douglas, St Ambrose headteacher, com- “Religion shouldn’t just be a ‘school thing,’” raised for the gift by inviting each of St ebrating the 50th anniversary patronal feast mented on the inextricable nature of the Faith and the cardinal said. “It is a parish thing. The Cari- Ambrose’s pupils to donate one pound. day Mass at St Ambrose High School, education as part of the school’s ethos in an address tas Award is not an examination of intelligence; Cardinal O’Brien’s visit to St Ambrose Coatbridge. written for the commemorative orders of service. it is an examination of involvement as Catholics reminded the entire school body that Catholicism The Mass on Thursday December 15 marked “Faith is at the heart of everything the school in the community.” encompasses every facet of our lives. As a cur- the final patronal Mass to be held in St Ambrose’s undertakes and there are generations of former rent pupil, I can say first-hand that we live it current location as staff and pupils prepare to Ambrosians who are testimony to this firm foun- Marking the jubilee daily through our education and the values pro- move into a new building later this year. dation,” Mrs Douglas said. “Today is a day of To mark the jubilee, Cardinal O’Brien presented moted and demonstrated to us; however, the car- A number of clergy with close ties to the school celebration in our school community and it is the St Ambrose community with a pectoral cross, dinal’s message was a reiteration of that which joined the cardinal and Bishop Devine for the golden only fitting that central to this is Holy Mass.” given to him on a recent trip to Cambodia. The we all know, but can sometimes forget: Faith is jubilee celebration, including Mgr Henry Docherty, Following the Mass, Cardinal O’Brien took cross will remain a treasured gift at the school an ongoing process. It is not judged by what you who was the school’s first chaplain 50 years ago. time to visit the St Ambrose school library and for many years to come and has extra special sig- have done, but what you do. Originally to be celebrated on December 8, a speak to pupils. When asked how the Catholic nificance for the St Ambrose community as the postponement was forced due to that night’s Church could combat the perception of some school recently purchased a SCIAF Real Gift of I Additional reporting by Martin Dunlop fierce winds. When it took place a week later, the young people that it is ‘outdated,’ he expressed a a mobile feeding and access to education bus for jubilee celebration—though tinged with a sense genuine desire for the Church to engage with the street children in Cambodia. A total of £1200 was I [email protected]

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A new year, a new community Pupils play their best card for SSVP campus at St John’s Academy TO MARK the establishment working on in its SSVP group, of the first Society of St Vincent and the S4 group have great plans CARDINAL Keith O’Brien Cardinal Keith O’Brien joins campus de Paul (SSVP) conference at to help those in need in 2012. joined John Swinney MSP leader Audrey May, servers and St Ninian’s High School, Assisted by staff, the group of in Perth for the official pupils from the primary and the Giffnock, S1 pupils from the around 60 pupils are visiting a opening of St John’s Acad- academy at the official opening of school designed Christmas nursing home and providing sup- the new community campus The music department of Turnbull High School, Bishopbriggs, helped emy’s North Inch Commu- the school community get into the festive spirit ahead of the cards to be sold locally and in port for the SSVP Ozanam Cen- PIC: PAUL McSHERRY nity Campus on Tuesday Christmas celebrations by performing a rousing evening of surrounding parishes during tre in Glasgow City Centre. Clare December 20. As well as taking the time to Christmas entertainment. The audience at the school hall was the festive period. Carr, development officer for the St John’s Academy was visit the new school campus, treated to a host of Christmas classics and enjoyed jazz and Big The staff at SSVP Scotland SSVP said that the young people formed in 2009 with the merger Cardinal O’Brien presented Band performances at the concert on Wednesday December 14 were delighted to have the ‘are giving their time to help the of St John’s Primary and St Audrey May, the campus PICS: PAUL McSHERRY chance to collaborate with St lonely and vulnerable in our com- Columba’s High School. The leader, and the school commu- Ninian’s for the project and the munities and will no doubt take a purpose built community cam- nity with a Papal Blessing, two best card designs were sent great deal from the experience.’ pus hosts pupils all the way which will now take pride of to the SSVP to be printed out. “It is very heartening that through from the age of 3-18. place at St John’s. After much deliberation art along with young people from all The secondary section of the Ms May spoke about the teachers chose designs by pupils over Scotland, the pupils from St school opened in March 2010, impact the school has had since Chloe Doris and Rachel Mahon Ninian’s are showing compassion with the primary and nursery its opening as she looks for- (above). Printing was then organ- and concern for people who are opening in November 2011. ward to a ‘successful future’ for ised by SSVP’s national office and in need,” Ms Carr said. “Youth Cardinal O’Brien was the the community. cards were sent back to the school SSVP members are a shining principal celebrant at a Mass “We are extremely encour- to be sold in time for Christmas. example of the great things that marking the official opening aged by the positive feedback They were also made available to young people are doing.” and he was joined by chaplains we have already received from SSVP conferences around the and priests from across users of the campus and we look country. All proceeds from sales I For more information on the Dunkeld Diocese. A civic forward to a successful future went to various SSVP projects. SSVP for people of all ages, reception also took place to for our school, campus and our This was just one of the proj- visit the website: mark the special occasion. community,” Ms May said. ects that the school has been http://www.ssvpscotland.com Friday January 13 2012 SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER SUPPORT YOUR NATIONAL CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL NEWS 7 Bishop’s praise for Lawrence family Bishop Patrick Lynch pays tribute to dignified conduct of the family of the murdered teen

By Beth Thomson BISHOP Patrick Lynch SSCC of Southwark Diocese has praised the fam- ily of murdered teen Stephen Lawrence following the conviction of his killers last week, 18 years after his death. “The death of Stephen Lawrence was a tragic event and our thoughts and prayers at this time are for his parents and family who have suffered greatly for the last 18 years,” Bishop Lynch (right), the President of the Catholic Association for Racial Jus- tice (CARJ), said. “They have conducted themselves with great dignity over those years and worked tirelessly in the face of huge obstacles and prejudice to ensure that justice was done.” Gary Dobson and David Norris were Procession in the Philippines goes sentenced at the Old Bailey last Wednes- day for the racist attack and killing of 18– ahead in spite of terrorist threats year-old Stephen Lawrence in Eltham in 1993. Mr Dobson, 36, who is already serv- MILLIONS of Catholics in be tight as a result of the terror ing a five-year sentence for drug-dealing, the Philippines took part in alert, and warned those wishing was sentenced to at least 15 years and two an annual barefoot religious to take part in the procession months and Mr Norris, 35, was given a procession on Monday in not to bring mobile phones or minimum of 14 years and three months. spite of the threat of terrorist weapons. Firecrackers, tradi- hoods will be safer, our community rela- brother?” he asked. “He wasn’t a horrible bombings. tionally a part of the event, Tragedy tions will be stronger and racism and person. He wasn’t someone who got into President Benigno Aquino III were officially banned, he said. The bishop spoke of the tragedy that ‘it racial injustice will be eliminated from our trouble. He wasn’t part of a gang. There issued a warning on Sunday that Asked if the al-Qaeda linked has taken so long’ to bring he killers to society,” he said. couldn’t be a less likely victim. He was several terrorists, planning to dis- Abu Sayyaf group, which is justice, adding ‘that in itself has con- everything I wanted to be. All his teachers rupt the religious procession of based in the country’s south, tributed to the frustration and anger felt by Remembering Stephen thought he was a golden child and to me a centuries-old image of Jesus was behind the threat, President many’ in Stephen’s hometown of Plum- The victim’s brother Stuart, 33, was 16 he was a role model. I was always trying Christ known as the Black Aquino replied that the possi- stead, south-east London, and beyond. when the attack happened. After the ver- to be as good as him.” Nazarene (above), had been bility has not been confirmed. “We must do our best to repair and heal dict last week he spoke of his ‘anger, dis- After the initial investigation, five sus- sighted. Standing with top mil- He said the terrorists monitored the damage done to our communities and belief, confusion’ at the attack which had pects were arrested but not convicted. Fol- itary, police and defence offi- in the capital were Filipinos. society and continue to work together as taken place in the evening while his lowing a cold case review, on May 18 last cials at a press conference in the Traditionally the Black faith communities; as local councils, as brother waited for a bus. Witnesses said year, it was announced that two of the capital Manila, the president said Nazarene is pulled on a car- police authorities, as community leaders Stephen was attacked by a gang of white original suspects, Mr Dobson and Mr Nor- that every effort was being made riage along a three-mile route and schools—to forge stronger partner- youths chanting racist slogans. ris, were to stand trial for the murder in the to arrest the suspects and pre- from Manila’s seaside Rizal ships so that our streets and neighbour- “Why would someone do that to my light of ‘new and substantial evidence.’ vent any planned attack. Park to a popular church in “The sad reality of the world Quiapo district. More than 8 today is that terrorists want to million devotees take part as a disrupt the ability of people to personal sacrifice to atone for Christians in Nigeria are living in fear for their lives live their lives in the ways they sins, pray for sick relatives or want to, including the freedom to seek special favours. CHRISTIANS in Nigeria are John Olurunfemi Onaiyekan of should follow God and never mally mill around the small worship,” he said in the nation- About 1600 policemen were in fear for their lives follow- Abuja said. “It is, in any case, deviate from our primary call- space between the road and the ally televised announcement. be deployed on Monday in ing the latest religiously moti- crazy to speak of an Islamic ing as Christians, the vocation church building,” he said. “It He spoke of ‘heightened addition to an army contingent, vated murders in the country. north and a Christian south. to love, the vocation to was carried out with deadly effi- risk,’ adding that security would organisers said. Gunmen from a radical Mus- “Many families even consist embrace all of humanity.” ciency. We have lost many dear lim group attacked a gathering of half Muslims and half Chris- Following the Christmas Day brothers, sisters and children. of Christians in Nigeria on Fri- tians. Nigeria cannot be divided bombings, Scotland’s Cardinal They must not die in vain. Funding of schools that are ‘Catholic day, killing at least 20 people. according to religion. Keith O’Brien and Archbishop Reprisal in any form is out of the The deaths follow car bombings “Christians and Muslims go Mario Conti joined Pope Bene- question. We must obey the in name only’ must stop, bishop says outside churches in the country to school, to the market and to dict XVI in his condemnation command of Jesus that we for- on Christmas Day and warnings work together, and they serve of the attacks against Nigeria’s give those who harm us. BISHOP Michael Campbell of of more violence to come. together in the army. The Christians. Both St Andrews “But we demand that some- Lancaster has suggested that As with the Christmas attack, places where they live now are and Edinburgh and Glasgow thing concrete and effective the Church should stop fund- the radical Islamist sect Boko where they grew up. One can- Archdioceses have strong links must be done—and quickly too ing schools in England that are Haram has claimed responsibil- not suddenly resettle all the to the Church in Nigeria. —to make sure that this mad- ‘Catholic in name only’ ity for the latest assault that tar- Muslims in the north and all the Cardinal O’Brien sent a mes- ness stops. The civil authorities, The bishop last week asked if geted a town hall where ethnic Christians in the south and sage of support to Archbishop who bear the primary responsi- it was right for parishioners to Igbo Christians were meeting. divide up the country.” Onaiyekan, who spoke of the bility for the security of the continue paying for schools Following the December bomb- Archbishop Paul Kaigama of ‘massacre of the innocent’ in nation, must do all that is neces- where the majority of pupils and ings, the group said it would Jos urged Christians to keep his reply, a reflection on the sary to identify the culprits and teachers belong to other faiths begin to target Christians living their faith. recent violence against Chris- their supporters, and disarm and none. in the country’s Muslim north. “As for us Christians, we tians in the country. them firmly and effectively. In his New Year’s Day pastoral Leading Catholic bishops in continue to hold onto our “The timing was diabolic, at letter, he said that parishes needed the country are appealing for faith,” he said. “Nothing should the interval between two Holy I To read the full reflection visit: to ‘address some demanding calm. separate us from the love of Masses when worshippers com- http://www.sconews.co.uk/ questions that will grow larger the “Jesus Christ would not want God, neither persecution, ing out from one service and opinion/15392/massacre-of- longer we put them off.’ us to retaliate,” Archbishop hunger, famine, whatever. We those going in for the next nor- the-innocents “Is it right or sustainable to expect our Mass-going popula- tion of 21,000 to support our Nigerian Christians and Muslims must act to stop violence, says ACN schools and colleges in which often the majority of pupils, and THE UK director of a lead- died in anti-Christian attacks in some northern states. do everything in their power to sometimes teachers, are not Bishop Michael Campbell of Lancaster ing Catholic charity has Adamawa State, in the north- At the weekend, President engage in dialogue, call for practising Catholics?” he asked. has suggested that the Church should said the authorities in Nige- east at the weekend, which Goodluck Jonathan said he calm among their followers “Is it time for us to admit that we withold funding from schools that ria should step up action to extremist group Boko Haram suspected that there were Boko and seek the prayerful com- can no longer maintain schools are ‘Catholic in name only’ stop the violence in the claims responsibility for. Haram sympathisers in his mitment of the wider commu- that are Catholic in name only? north, warning of yet more “The government, police government, the police and nities for peace,” he said. “Faced with fewer priests and ers should be considered in quiet deaths. and security must act now other state security agencies. In an interview last week, smaller congregations, where parishes. Aid to the Church in Need’s before there is a descent into Mr Kyrke-Smith also Archbishop John Olurunfemi should our parishes and schools While his comments were Neville Kyrke-Smith urged further chaos with yet more stressed the importance of Onaiyekan of Abuja told ACN of the future be located? Where seen as controversial, the religious leaders – both Muslim deaths,” Mr Kyrke-Smith said. swift action by Muslim and that Christians and Muslims in should we consolidate and Catholic hierarchy has faced and Christian – to dialogue and His comments come after Christian religious leaders to Nigeria come from the same merge others?” accusations that Catholic schools work for peace. He made his warnings of a civil war and condemn violence and families and have a long his- Faith schools were intended to have become more secular by statement after a 24-hour wave President Goodluck Jonathan’s improve inter-faith relations. tory of living and working help the Church to evangelise, relaxing admissions rules for the of violence in which 30 people announcement of a curfew in “All religious leaders must together. he said before suggesting merg- less devout. 8 FOREIGN NEWS SUPPORT YOUR NATIONAL CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER Friday January 13 2012

“It’s extremely sad,” Rita NEWS IN BRIEF Schwartz, president of the New Irish nuncio is ready to learn local chapter of the Associa- CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOLS IN tion of Catholic Teachers said. PHILADELPHIA TO CLOSE “Right now, there is a griev- Newly-elevated Archbishop Charles Brown outlines his plans ahead of his move to Ireland A US archdiocese plans to ing process going on in 44 close about a quarter of its elementary schools and four By Dominic Lynch and Beth Thomson Catholic schools. high schools.” Catholic communities in NEWLY elevated Archbishop Charles Philadelphia are mourning the LOGGERS BURNED INDIGENOUS Brown, the soon-to-arrive new nuncio in announcement last Friday of GIRL, BRAZILIAN CHURCH SAYS Ireland, does not have his sights set on the closure of some of their LOGGERS in Brazil who had reforming the Irish Church, saying he Catholic schools and further illegally entered an Amazon has ‘a lot to learn’ about the country and substantial changes to Catholic Indian reserve captured an the problems the Church there is facing. education in the archdiocese. eight-year-old indigenous girl On Friday, during Mass to celebrate the Philadelphia Archdiocese and burned her alive, according Feast of the Epiphany, Pope Benedict XVI plans to close around 49 of its to the Indigenous Missionary conferred Episcopal ordination as arch- schools due to rising costs Council which is linked to the bishop upon Mgr Charles Brown. and low enrollment. The Catholic Church. The nuncio to Ireland, a native of New moves, spurred by an internal, The child, who belonged to York (right), was elevated to an archbishop year-long analysis of the the isolated Gwaja-Awa tribe, at St Peter’s Basilica in Rome alongside struggling schools system, is believed to have wandered Mgr Marek Solczyński of Cracow Arch- will displace almost 24,000 away from her village to play diocese, who was recently appointed Papal students and leave the region and got lost in the forest. nuncio to Georgia and Armenia. with four fewer high schools The group of illegal loggers Pope Benedict was assisted by Cardinal and 44 fewer elementary who were trespassing in the Tarcisio Bertone, Vatican secretary of Archbishop Brown, 52, has been Papal guidance schools at the beginning of 1000-acre reserve in Maranhao state, and Cardinal William Levada, car- attached to the Congregation for the Doc- Speaking in his homily at the Epiphany, the next academic year. state, northern Brazil, came dinal prefect of the Congregation for the trine of the Faith in Rome since 1994. He Pope Benedict noted that the Epiphany is “We can’t afford to fool our- across the young girl, tied her Doctrine of the Faith. was appointed chaplain to the Holy Father ‘a feast of light’ and that ‘the great star that selves,” Archbishop Charles to a tree and set fire to her, it is in May 2000 and then as assistant secre- leads us on, is Christ Himself.’ Chaput said at a news confer- claimed. Nuncio to Ireland tary to the International Theological Com- Referring to the Episcopal ordinations ence. “We need an honest The council’s coordinator, Archbishop Brown admits that his prior mission in September 2009. He is, of Archbishops Brown and Solczyński, response to serious losses that Rosa Diniz said the group was visits to Ireland include just two short hol- however perceived as an atypical choice as the Holy Father said: “I will consecrate have been happening year only informed of the incident— idays in the early 1980s when he was nuncio, neither Italian nor a career diplo- them as shepherds of God’s people.” after year in some of our which is believed to have hap- reading theology at Oxford, and says he mat, but is now seen to have a bona fide Recalling the story of the three Magi, the schools. And this will continue pened in October or November has ‘a lot to learn.’ However he does not seal of approval from the Pope himself. Holy Father said to the newly appointed to happen if we do nothing.” —this week by tribal leaders. see his role as leading a reform of the Irish He was appointed Papal nuncio to Ire- archbishops: “You followed the star Jesus The archdiocese had “We are seeking more infor- Church. land by the Holy Father in November last Christ when you said ‘yes’ to the priesthood already closed 30 schools dur- mation before we pass the case “The nuncio is a representative of the Holy year and is expected to arrive in Dublin and to the episcopacy. And no doubt ing the past five years, leaving on to the Federal Police,” she See on the ground there,” he is reported to later this month. smaller stars have enlightened and helped 178 schools in the city and said. “But according to the evi- have said. “It is not that, in any sense, he He arrives as the Catholic Church in you not to lose your way. In the litany of four surrounding counties. dence we already possess, a is in control of the Church in Ireland. Ireland continues to deal with the after- saints we call upon all these stars of God, The closures announced last child has been burned alive by “It is the bishops of Ireland who are in math of clerical abuse and ahead of the that they may continue to shine upon you Friday will reduce that num- loggers who were illegally tres- control of the Church in Ireland.” 50th Eucharistic Congress in June. and show you the path.” ber dramatically. passing on an Indian reserve.”

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New media can help to promote evangelisation in the Year of Faith

THE Congregation for the events, especially at the World Doctrine of the Faith Youth Day 2013 in Rio. Con- released its pastoral recom- gregation members also looked mendations for the Year of at Bishops’ Conferences, rec- Faith on Saturday, suggest- ommending improved quality ing that action be taken in and instruction of catechesis four levels of the Church, and the use of new media and including the recommenda- the arts to spread the Word of tion that new media and the God. In addition, the CDF rec- arts be used to promote ommended the promotion of evangelisation. healthy discussions between The Year of Faith that Pope faith and reason at diocesan Benedict XVI called for, coin- level, suggesting conferences cides with the 50th anniversary and meetings, especially in uni- of the opening of the Second versities. Finally it was recom- Vatican Council and also marks mended that a Secretariat be the 20 years since the Cate- established by the Congrega- chism of the Catholic Church tion for the Doctrine of Faith, was published. The year-long to coordinate all these activi- event, which the Vatican hopes ties, all over the world. will promote awareness, will Fr Hermann Geissler, who is run from October 11 this year responsible for the Doctrinal to November 24 next year. Office at the Congregation for The goal of the initiative, the Doctrine of the Faith, says according to the Pope’s Apos- the purpose of the recomenda- tolic letter Porta Fidei, is con- tions is threefold: to help the version and the re-discovery of Faithful to rediscover the Faith, so that all members of nucleus of the Faith, the foun- the Church can become credi- dation of the Faith, which is the ble witnesses of truth. personal encounter with Christ; New Cardinal O’Brien for the Church The CDF has offered practi- helping the Faithful to redis- cal suggestions for making the cover the meaning, and the Pope Benedict XVI announces names of 22 new cardinals during Feast of Epiphany Mass most of the opportunities the documents of the Second Vati- year presents. can Council and helping the By Dan McGinty The announcement was cause for a Pope Benedict XVI presents the pallium to The first area addressed by Faithful throughout the whole double celebration for New York Archbishop Edwin O’Brien of Baltimore in St the Congregation was the Uni- year to rediscover the integrity POPE Benedict XVI used the Feast of Catholics as Bronx native Archbishop Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican in 2008. The Holy versal Church. It recommended of the Faith in all its beauty. the Epiphany to announce the names Edwin O’Brien, as pro-grand master of the Father announced that Archbishop O’Brien that the goal of promoting unity “For this the Catechism of of 22 new cardinals who will be ele- Equestrian Order (Knights) of the Holy along with 21 others will be elevated to the among all Christians be the Catholic Church can be of vated during a ceremony in Rome on Sepulchre of Jerusalem, heard he would status of cardinal on February 18 embraced at all Year of Faith great help to us,” he said. February 18. soon join Scotland’s own Cardinal Keith vated are seven Italian archbishops, bring- The Holy Father made the announce- O’Brien as the Church’s second ‘Cardinal ing the total number of Italian cardinal ment after he celebrated Mass on the Feast O’Brien.’ electors to 30 and raising speculation that of the Epiphany in St Peter’s Basilica. “This is great cause for rejoicing for me the next Pope could himself be an Italian. Speaking to pilgrims gathered in St Peter’s and my friends,” the archbishop, 72, said. Archbishop Thomas Collins of Toronto Square, he announced the names ‘with “While this honour may be a reflection of was among those who was delighted at his great joy’ and spoke of his hopes that the my new position, I believe it is also the elevation. cardinals-designate will always show their result of the great collaboration and zeal- “My main responsibility will still be the love for the Church with ‘courage and ded- ous faith that I have so consistently expe- archdiocese,” Archbishop Collins said. “A ication.’ The list of new cardinals features rienced in the Church in Baltimore.” cardinal has somewhat further scope for appointments for Florence, Hong Kong, He will retain his role as apostolic the whole church, but one of the important Berlin, Prague and New York, where Arch- administrator in Baltimore until the Pope things we need to do is preach the Gospel.” bishop Timothy Dolan received word of names his successor there, possibly as The Syro-Malabar Catholic rite in India his impending elevation. It also revealed early as March. was told that its fourth archbishop to be that there will soon be a second ‘Cardinal elevated would be George Alencherry. He O’Brien.’ Elevations will join the new cardinals, bringing the Of the 22 new cardinals, 18 will join the number of Indian cardinals to three along Reactions ranks of the cardinal electors, those cardi- with Ranchi Archbishop Telespor Toppo Speaking as he celebrated Sunday Mass at nals under 80 who will in future elect the and Mumbai Archbishop Oswald Gracias. New York’s St Patrick’s Cathedral, Arch- new Pope, meaning that Pope Benedict Archbishop Alencherry said that his bishop Dolan said: “I’m still on a high has now elevated more than half of the appointment is recognition the country from the Epiphany gift the Holy Father 125 cardinals eligible to vote in a future and for the Syro-Malabar Church. gave me. I didn’t think it would come for Papal conclave. Holy Father emphasises importance a long, long time.” Among the other cardinals to be ele- I Additional reporting by Martin Dunlop of education and the role of parents POPE Benedict XVI spoke Pope Benedict XVI Baptises one of 16 visit the Shrine of Our Lady of revealed to us through the being sentenced to time to the parents and godparents infants during a Mass in the Sistine NEWS IN BRIEF Charity before making his Three Kings. served, now faces the result of of the 16 babies he Baptised Chapel at the Vatican on January 8, way to Havana. There he will “Christmas is the feast a Vatican investigation. at the Sistine Chapel on the at which he emphasised the role CUBAN BISHOP LOOKS meet with President Raul Cas- when God becomes so close “I knew ever since the ini- feast of the Baptism of the of parents and the importance of FORWARD TO POPE’S VISIT tro, brother of Fidel, and the to human beings that he shares tial guilty plea and even before Lord about the importance of education AUXILIARY Bishop Juan de Cuban bishops. the same fact of being born to that the Church has begun the education. Dios Hernandez of Havana He will conclude the visit reveal to them their deepest proceedings of gathering infor- The Holy Father spoke of the “It is very important for you has spoken ahead of the Papal with an outdoor Mass in dignity, that of being sons and mation,” Archbishop Martin need to ask God’s help in educa- parents, and also godfathers and visit to Cuba, saying that Pope Havana’s Revolution Square. daughters of God,” he said. Lahey of Newfoundland said. tion, and of the role of parents as godmothers, to believe strongly Benedict XVI will arrive in Relations between the Church “In that way, the dream of “I think they will probably pro- educator. in the presence and action of the the country as a ‘pilgrim of and Cuba have improved in humanity that began in para- ceed as quickly as possible.” To educate is a very challeng- Holy Spirit, and welcome and charity’ during his coming recent years, with ongoing talks dise—we want to be like Outlining the three options ing mission, the Pope told them, invoke the Holy Spirit through visit this March. leading to the release of more God—is realised in an unex- the Vatican has in dealing with and it is sometimes difficult for prayer and the sacraments,” he The visit, which takes place than 100 prisoners of conscience pected way: not because of the the ex-bishop, Archbishop us even using God’s gifts. said. “Prayer is the first condi- from March 26-28 comes as in the last two years. greatness of man, who cannot Lahey continued: “First would The Pope described parents as tion to educate, because in the Church in Cuba celebrates make himself God, but be dismissal from the clerical ‘channels’ through which the prayer we give ourselves to God, the 400th anniversary of the HOLY FATHER REFLECTS ON THE through the humility of God, state altogether. Secondly, he lifeblood of the love of God we entrust our children to Him, discovery of the statue of Our TRUE MEANING OF CHRISTMAS who descends.” could be sentenced to a life of passes. He underlined that ‘edu- who knows them before and bet- Lady of Charity, in waters off POPE Benedict XVI reflected prayer and penance in a cation becomes a wonderful mis- ter than us, and knows exactly the Cuba coast. on the true meaning of Christ- FORMER CANADIAN BISHOP monastery, which in a sense sion if it is done in partnership what their true good is.” Throughout 2012 many mas as he addressed the 7000 FACES DISCIPLINARY ACTION would be house arrest. A third with God, who is the first true The Pope asked the Holy events are planned to help the pilgrims who gathered for his A CANADIAN ex-bishop would be that he may be able educator of every man.’ Spirit to come down to the Faithful participate each month weekly audience before the convicted of importing child to celebrate Eucharist pri- In his homily, Pope Benedict newly Baptised children, so that in ‘great moments of encounter Feast of the Epiphany. pornography is set to face dis- vately, but he would not be explained that John the Baptist was Jesus can accompany them on with God through Our Lady.’ The Holy Father spoke of ciplinary action by the Vati- able to identify himself as a a great teacher to the disciples, but their life’s journey. After arriving in the city of the closeness of God at Christ- can. Raymond Lahey, 71, cleric by title, by address or he knew there was someone might- He said he hoped the children Santiago, Pope Benedict will mas, and of the way Jesus is recently freed from jail after by association.” ier than him who would Baptise would grow up with ‘wisdom the people with the Holy Spirit. and grace.’ 10 COMMENT SUPPORT YOUR NATIONAL CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER Friday January 13 2012 Liturgical changes strike a chord Church music is an opportunity to find guided harmony and unity, not a time for personal preferences

BY CATH DOHERTY

O THE recent changes in the liturgy herald the beginning of a new era in church music, or for some, a return to the Dpast? The changes certainly make those in charge of music for the liturgy take a closer look at its suitability. That is a positive step. There are many who have long complained that the Church has jettisoned a veritable treasure trove of music since the changes brought about by the Second Vatican Council. The recent changes would seem to have provided a braking sys- tem to what has seemed to many to have been a downward slide in stan- dards in church music, and that can only be a good thing. Of course there has been a considerable amount of singable and Liturgically relevant music produced here in Scotland, but there has also been an incursion of material which has the hint of adver- words. Why? Because I’ve been a they were no longer choirs, but ‘lead- that there are mixed feelings about this Could that support be stronger than it tising jingles about it, banal words church musician since the years just ing groups’. Plainsong disappeared to particular area. Recently, I’ve heard it is at present? It’s hard to generalise hauled along behind rhythms which preceding the Second Vatican Council be dumped in the pile marked ‘Nos- described variously as ‘old-fash- about this, but I do think that more have a commercial feel to them. and remember in my parish the second talgia’ and ‘new’ music flooded in and ioned’, ‘too difficult’, ‘incomprehen- could be done to support and encour- Where no standard was set for Mass on a Sunday being a Missa Can- was often accepted not on merit, but sible to the congregation’... and even age musicians. There are well-quali- church music, this was inevitable. The tata, when the congregation often on the personal preference of the ‘boring’. To be fair, those who criticise fied musicians who hesitate to offer days of the ‘Imprimatur’ are long joined with the choir in singing Plain- parish priest or his delegate. it have little or no experience of it. Its their services because they feel that gone... and church music in general song. The ‘Asperges Me’ at the start of It was a long exile for some church timeless, seamless beauty holds no their abilities will not be valued. This suffered the consequences. Now, new Mass was positively thunderous. I organists. They simply didn’t match difficulties for church choirs. Simi- is not vanity. It is the knowledge that Mass settings, music written for the lived in a country parish. Our church up with what seemed to be an increas- larly, Latin holds no difficulties for the they cannot ‘do their job’ properly if Liturgy must be submitted to the Bish- was a small church. The congregation, given that transla- the parish priest is less than receptive. ops’ Conference for approval. That parish priest, however, was a tions are readily to hand, and that It happens here and there, now and would seem to be a very positive step. gifted musician who had Church musicians in particular our language is liberally sprin- then. Indifference is another bugbear. Of course, there will be heated argu- trained as a lyric tenor in need the support of their clergy. kled with Latin roots. Plainsong Organists, music groups, choir mem- ment about it all. That’s usually the Rome and had given up the runs closely to the modulation of bers... all of them have their commit- case with all things musical. It has chance of a professional Could that support be stronger speech, is easy to learn and aside ment reinforced by an occasional visit always seemed something of a para- career as a singer to become a from its suitability for use in the from the parish priest, by interest dox to me that something as beautiful priest. He was also an accom- than it is at present? It’s hard to liturgy and its spiritually enhanc- expressed. as music can be a breeding ground for plished pianist and organist, a generalise about this, but I do think ing sound, it apparently has ther- And support should be given to prejudice, rivalry, jealousies and Liturgist with an eye for the apeutic properties and relaxes the parishes which are poorly resourced indeed snobbery. We all refer to musi- fine detail. In short, he was an that more could be done to sup- mind. I'm thinking now of the musically. They are to be commended cal preferences as ‘Our Music’ as inspiration. fact that numerous recordings of for their efforts in the face of practical indeed it is, those preferences being When the Second Vatican port and encourage musicians Plainsong have been produced in difficulties. As with all church musi- rooted in our life experiences and Council came along, and the recent years, their purpose being cians, their music, their commitment, indeed in our very natures, and we will changes in church music to de-stress the anxious. There’s is an offering to their Maker, a part of defend our choice of music with every became apparent, I remember him ing feeling of informality in church. In no mystery about it, no great diffi- their prayer lives and surely as pleas- fibre of our being. Church music is a sighing deeply. a way, church music seemed to culty. It has endured as a treasure of ing to God as those who have more different matter. There, we have to “I fear for the future,” was all he become ‘The People’s Music,’ to use a the Church for centuries. musical advantages at their disposal. consider suitability for the Liturgy and said. term much beloved by politicians. There are members of the church And so, as we move on past this par- the beauty and dignity which that At that point, I didn’t think I had choirs who learned it as children and ticular signpost in church music, one entails. much of a future as a church musician. n illustration of that particular who have total recall of it. I am sure I thing will not change. Our best barom- Almost overnight, the guitar seemed mindset has been increasing wouldn’t be alone in welcoming its eter of how things are going will be ope Benedict XVI has given us to become standard equipment for Afrequency of requests or secu- return. the comments of the congregation. guiding principles for church church music. Church organists lar music to be included at weddings I’m sure that church musicians will There lies honesty and also frequent Pmusic in recent writings. Apart became an endangered species, old and funerals. That is usually dismissed also be glad to know that Pope Bene- encouragement. And we church musi- from its Liturgical relevance, it should fashioned beings, trapped in the mists as simply ‘a sign of the times’, but is it dict has expressed the intention to cians need that. Speaking of encour- help to raise the thoughts of the faith- of nostalgia. It seemed to me that also a marker for the gradual change incorporate areas of music and indeed agement... ful to a spiritual plane. There should majesty and mystery had been hustled in standards which has crept up us architecture into seminary studies. For I had a liberal Christmas helping of be a time for the faithful to listen or to towards the exit, that informality was over the years? our priests, eventual responsibility that when two new choir members sing or indeed to enjoy the beauty of the way to go. Great emphasis was Now, as Plainsong has come into across these areas will be helped by presented themselves, full of enthusi- silence. As a church musician, I was placed on getting congregations to the light again, there’s a feeling that a such studies. Church musicians in par- asm. They are aged nine and twelve. so glad, so reassured to read those sing in unison; choirs were told that real change has begun. There’s a sense ticular need the support of their clergy. Church music is alive and well...

What do you think of CATH DOHERTY’S comments on church music? Send your points of view to the SCO Write to Letters, SCO, 19 Waterloo St, Glasgow G2 6BT Or e-mail [email protected] Friday January 13 2012 SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER SUPPORT YOUR NATIONAL CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER COMMENT 11 The Real Presence in Holy Communion MARTIN BLACKSHAW expresses underlying concerns at Communion in the hand becoming common practice

HY, for God’s Pope Benedict XVI gives Communion to a were the ‘contrary usage’ had then come sake, should girl during Christmas Eve Mass in St Peter’s to prevail, it is clear from the wording of Communion in Basilica. Is receiving Holy Communion by the document that this provision was the hand be mouth a ‘safer,’ in addition to being a restricted to those countries alone. At the introduced into more traditional, option? time, these were Germany, Holland, Bel- ‘Wour churches when it is evidently detri- gium and France. mental from a pastoral viewpoint, when The intention of the Pope was evi- it certainly does not increase our rever- law, conceded by the Holy See to those dently to isolate the novelty of the ‘con- ence, and when it exposes the Eucharist Bishops’ Conferences which requested it. trary usage,’ which he prophetically to the most terrible diabolical abuses? The method adopted by Pope Benedict warned carries with it ‘... the danger of a There are really no serious arguments for XVI tends to underscore the force of the loss of reverence for the august sacra- Communion in the hand. But there are norm valid for the whole Church.” ment of the altar, of profanation, of adul- the most gravely serious kinds of argu- One year later, On July 22, 2009, Car- terating the true doctrine.’ ments against it.” dinal Llovera, Prefect of the Congregation These words of Dietrich von Hilde- for Divine Worship and Discipline of the ow the indult thereafter came to brand were published in a November 18, Sacraments, speaking to Life Site News, spread into many other countries 1973 article entitled: Communion in the said: “It is the mission of this Congrega- His best explained by Bishop hand should be rejected. tion to work to promote Pope Benedict’s Laise, who writes: “These initiatives fre- To demonstrate the stature of the one emphasis on the traditional practices of quently could not be suppressed because who wrote the article it suffices to recall liturgy, such as reception of Communion they had spread too widely. With his the tribute of Pope Pius XII, who called on the tongue while kneeling.” great kindness and prudence, the Holy von Hildebrand a ‘20th century doctor of These statements clarify three very Father has frequently ceded, and many the Church.’ Popes Paul VI and John essential points for Catholics today: times he has done so against his will. Paul II later paid their own compliments n 2005, Cardinal Francis Arinze also Church, insists Mgr Schneider, forbade I Communion in the hand was not ini- “If the legislation did not change [that to this German Catholic philosopher and spoke out noting that the practice of both the placing of the Blessed Sacrament tiated by the Second Vatican Council or Communion on the tongue is the lawful theologian. ICommunion in the hand had facili- in the left hand and the touching of it by the Conciliar Popes. practice], the obvious conclusion is that the In the years since von Hildebrand’s arti- tated easy access to the Blessed Sacra- the Faithful with their fingers. Rather, the I Communion in the hand is an indult only reason for the extension of the rite [of cle was published, reports of the Blessed ment for blasphemers, who subsequently Faithful were obliged to bow reverently from the universal law of the Church, the practice of Communion in the hand] is Sacrament being found under church pews abused the consecrated host. and consume the sacred host directly which remains that of kneeling to that the Bishops did not listen to the vehe- or lying in the street have become com- A few years later, Peruvian Cardinal from the palm of the right hand, taking receive Holy Communion on the ment exhortation of Paul VI to diligently monplace in many countries, as have Juan Luis Cipriani Thorne and Italian Car- care to repeat the action to ensure that no tongue. submit to the law in force and again con- observations of a general loss of Eucharis- dinal Carlo Caffarra banned Communion consecrated particle remained. Addition- I Communion in the hand is not the firmed.” [MD] (16). tic faith. One US gallop poll in recent years in the hand from their respective dioceses ally, women were required to cover the traditional practice of the Church’s That law of 1500 years has not been recorded just 30 per cent of US Catholics of Lima and Bologna, citing overwhelm- right hand with a white cloth. Liturgy. abrogated or superseded. This is the mes- now believing in Our Lord’s True Pres- ing evidence of irreverence, profanation Bishop Juan Rodolfo Laise of San sage Pope Benedict XVI is sending to the ence. These findings would appear to con- and sacrilege against the Blessed Sacra- Luis, Argentina, in his book Communion n fact Communion in the hand was Church today. It is the message par excel- firm what the ‘Servant of God’ Fr John ment. Then, in 2008 Archbishop Malcolm in the hand—Documents and history, introduced ‘illicitly’ into the Church lence of St. Thomas Aquinas, who wrote: Hardon SJ, had already bluntly asserted: Ranjith, at that time Secretary of the Con- concurs with the findings: “It would be Iin the mid 1960s. Pope Paul VI “Out of reverence for this Sacrament, “Behind Communion in the hand—I wish gregation for Divine Worship and the Dis- to deceive the faithful to make them lamented this fact in his May 1969 nothing touches it but what is conse- to repeat and make as plain as I can—is a cipline of the Sacraments, wrote: “It is now think that receiving Communion in the ‘instruction’ Memoriale Domini, stating: crated.” (Summa, III, Q 82 Art. 3). weakening, a conscious, deliberate weak- time to evaluate carefully the practice of hand would identify them more with the “In certain communities and in certain Every priest is encouraged to follow the ening of faith in the Real Presence.” Communion in the hand and if necessary spirit of the primitive Church.” places this practice has been introduced Holy Father’s example of humble love for Pope John Paul II was already lament- to abandon what was never actually called Bishop Laise, now retired, also refused without prior approval having been Our Eucharistic Lord. To these I beg ing the trend in his April 1980 ‘instruction’ for in the Vatican II document, Sacrosanc- to permit Communion in the hand in his requested of the Holy See…” reflection on this closing observation of Inaestamabile Donum, when he wrote of tum Consilium.” diocese, as has his successor. In the same document the Pope Bishop Laise: “With Communion in the ‘…frequent abuses being reported from The archbishop wrote these words in Also in 2008 Mgr Guido Marini, Mas- upholds the Traditional practice, declar- hand, a miracle would be required during different parts of the Catholic world…an his Preface to Bishop Athanasius Schnei- ter of Pontifical Ceremonies, in an inter- ing: “The Holy Father has decided not to each distribution of Communion to avoid increasing loss of the sense of the der’s book Dominus Est, which scholarly view with L’Osservatore Romano, change the existing way of administer- some Particles from falling to the ground sacred…lack of reverence and respect work, by an expert in Patristics (Fathers of responding to the question of whether the ing Holy Communion to the Faithful… or remaining in the hand of the Faithful.... for the Blessed Sacrament.’ the Church), challenges the authenticity of Pope intended to make Communion on the The Apostolic See therefore emphati- Let us speak clearly: whoever receives The late Holy Father was to write of this modern practice. It is Bishop Schnei- tongue while kneeling mandatory at his cally urges bishops, priests and laity to Communion in the mouth not only follows these abuses again in Ecclesia de der’s contention that what has been sold Papal Masses, said: “I really think so. In obey carefully the law which is still valid exactly the tradition handed down but also Eucharistia (2003) and Redemptionis to the Catholic Faithful as a return to the this regard it is necessary not to forget that and which has again been confirmed.” the wish by the last Popes and thus avoids Sacramentum (2004), deploring their Eucharistic discipline of the early Chris- the distribution of Communion in the hand While it is true that Pope Paul VI in placing himself in the occasion of com- multiplication and asking: “How can we tians is historically untenable. remains, even now, from the juridical Memoriale Domini provided for an indult mitting a sin by negligently dropping a not express profound grief at all this?” The discipline of the early Christian standpoint, an indult from the universal under strict conditions for those countries fragment of the Body of Christ.” The family that is saying goodbye to two parents is my own ON CHRISTMAS Eve, just as I celebrated their 65th Wedding was brand new and their hopes have a saint on our hands, Dad the Thursday and he was in great was preparing for the First Mass Anniversary with a Mass in their were high. They became parish- could be completely thrawn. When good humour. Mum came home on of Christmas I got an urgent home. This was all they wanted to ioners of this parish of St John the he said ‘No!’ that did not mean Friday but not before she in her phone call from my brother Dave Fr Eddie mark the occasion. It is also an Evangelist in Cumnock. This ‘Maybe!’ If there is anything turn had been taken to visit Dad. to come to Ayr Hospital immedi- indicator that Dad and Mum were church was at the centre of their remarkable in Dad’s life it was that Dad’s condition suddenly deteri- ately. Our Dad, Dave, had had a McGhee people of great but essentially sim- lives. Every significant event was he and Mum were graced with so orated on Saturday and he died on massive coronary arrest. Although Bert and Edna. Pat and Phil have ple Faith. They brought up 10 chil- celebrated here. Going to church many years together. They watched Christmas Eve with his children he had been in hospital for a day already gone to Heaven. Aunt dren. That itself takes faith and was not something that they did. It their children grow and even saw round him. He has gone to God or so with what appeared to be a Edna is not well enough to be here courage. In some respects we may was a statement about their identity three of them into their 60s! They and is now waiting patiently for chest infection, none of us were today. Bert, the youngest of the not have had all the material things as people of Faith. welcomed and loved their sons- the love of his life, ‘Bid’ to join too worried, our main concern four boys is here with us. Ironi- that we so take for granted nowa- Dad had come to Cumnock to and daughters-in-law, their many him. We would like to thank all of was for our Mum, Bridget who cally, it was on Uncle Bert’s sec- days, we never lacked love and care work at Knockshinnoch just a year grandchildren and great grandchil- you for your great care and support was in the same hospital termi- ond birthday that our grandfather and we always had enough. Our after the disaster. When Knock- dren. After Dad’s retirement they at this time. It has been so impor- nally ill. I got to the hospital in was killed in Mossblown Pit on All parents encouraged us above all to shinnoch closed he moved to the were able to holiday together when tant to us. There are too many peo- time to celebrate the Sacrament of Souls Day 1929. All of the boys be ourselves and were enormously Killoch where he worked until he they were fit. Mum used to lament ple to thank individually but we the Sick with Dad but in spite of followed their father into the min- supportive of each of us in her or retired, with one brief foray to the a little that when they needed the thank all of you collectively. the huge effort by the medical ing industry. Dad left school at 14 his chosen path in life. We all Barony for a short spell as Safety money they didn’t have it. When Remember Dave, as we will, team he died a half hour later. His and began work as a miner, a job have reason to be grateful for this. and Training Officer. they had more than enough they with love and affection. May he funeral was celebrated in his which he would have for the next None of us is defined by the job Dad liked gardening, he loved were not fit to spend it! rest in Peace. home parish of St John’s Cum- 44 years until he retired aged 58. that we do but Dad’s job, working his greenhouses and he loved In these last few weeks we have nock on December 30 2011. My He met and married Bridget underground for 44 years cer- growing flowers but he was most been focused as a family on Mum’s Dave did not have long to brother Jimmy gave this summary Moran in St Thomas’ Church, tainly helped shape his philoso- contented with a book in his hand. terminal illness. Only a week ago wait. Exactly one week after our of Dad’s life at his funeral Mass. Muirkirk, September 6 1946. phy. His politics were founded on He was a voracious reader. He today we met to discuss how best Dad’s burial our Mum, died on ‘Bid’ was the love of his life. justice and equality. I’m not too could recite poetry by the yard. to care for Mum at home so that the Feast of the Epiphany, Janu- David Wilson McGhee, our They shared their joys and their sure what he really thought of Although not well educated in the she could be with Dad. Other cir- ary 6 2012. Her funeral was held Dad, Dave, was born in Annbank sorrows, their highs and their New Labour. I think they had formal sense of the word, his mind cumstances intervened. Dad was at St John’s, Cumnock, on September 12 1923, the Second lows. Dad was super stressed by moved too far to the right for him! was sharp, he was up to speed with taken to Ayr Hospital on the Wednesday at 12 noon. son of Edward McGhee and Mum’s terminal illness. Mum’s Bid and Dave moved to Cum- all that was happening and he Wednesday. He was brought down Roseanna Marion Wilson. He was only concern was her Dave. nock to 72 Netherthird Road on was very articulate. by Jamie and Effie to visit Mum I Fr McGhee is parish priest at St one of five children, Pat, Dad, Phil, On September 6 this year they December 21 1951. The house In case anyone thinks that we who was also in Ayr Hospital on Michael's, Kilmarnock. 12 CHURCH IN CHINA SUPPORT YOUR NATIONAL CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER Friday January 13 2012 Friday January 13 2012 SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER SUPPORT YOUR NATIONAL CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER CHURCH IN CHINA 13 A LIGHT SHINES where once darkness reigned In a special report, FR EAMONN O’BRIEN tells of the joy felt by the Catholic community in China, where the first profession at the new Contemplative Monastery of St Augustine recently took place

HINESE dishes are known for their templative vocation in China, he agreed ‘without As we sang the Come Holy Spirit, something within many flavours,” the 88-year-old thinking,’ but not impulsively, as he made clear to me. protested that there was a need, because the resurrec- bishop who conducted the first pro- “When Sr Mary told me her story and the dream of tion from the dead of the Catholic Church in the area fession of Sr Teresa Benedita in her contemplative vocation, my years in solitary con- was positive proof that the Holy Spirit had been doing Shansi on the feast of St Monica finement flashed to my memory, painful as they were; Her work in the dark days when many people, includ- last‘C year said. “Today in our church, in our Province, but in a momemt I saw the point of it all,” the bishop ing Sr Mary, thought ‘we would never again see a a new flavour is being definitively added— that of said. “It was a grace that allowed me to be open to Catholic Church open in our town.’ contemplative life,” he went on. recognise and understand her call to initiate a con- The profession had its culmination in a visit to the I had celebrated the feast of St Monica for five templative monastery, as that was the only thing left new monastery linked to a nursing home because of years in the Philippines in the early 1970s. The high- for me while in prison—contemplation.” the China situation. It is now occupied, but more light was a joyful meeting between the statue of St He had no doubt that this was the work of the Spirit, space is being created to allow the community to have Monica from my church with the statue of St Augus- and ‘the flower which was opening was a contribu- others who wish to ‘come and See’ to stay with them tine from the neighbouring parish and the colourful, tion not only to the life of the Church in China, but to and experience their lifestyle according to the rule of music-filled return of mother and son to our parish for the Church throughout the world.’ St Augustine. It is Sr Mary’s dream that the monastery the duration of the fiesta. “This is another way of evangelisation,” the bishop will also be especially a place of rest, quiet and reflec- I never though then that 40 years later, on the feast added. He wanted no splits in life and encouraged the tion on the deepest and truest values of the Chinese of St Monica, I would be in China and present at this congregation also to blend prayer and work in their and Christian tradition, which are currently being first profession for the new Contemplative Monastery ordinary daily lives. bombarded by the glitter and dream of the good life of St Augustine (Sr Mary Niu’s monastery)—the first grounded on possessions. such venture in China since liberation in 1949. Cultural Exchange with China I was privileged to be there representing Cultural I To support the work of the Church in China contact Profession Exchange with China and the many people in the UK, Cultural Exchange with China, St Joseph’s, Watford The whole experience in the cathedral was most mov- Ireland and the US who were supporting this devel- Way, Hendon, London NW4 4TY. Telephone 020 ing watching the bishop, arriving assisted by a semi- opment. I was able to give the personal greetings of 8202 2555, fax 020 8202 5775 narian supporting each of his arms, to the moment both Cardinal Keith O’Brien of Scotland and Cardinal when Sr Benedita made her vows of poverty, chastity Cormac Murphy-O’Connor, Westminster, five con- I A New World Order? China today and Our and obedience in the spirit of St Augustine and the tra- templative communities in the UK, and those of many Response, the National Justice and Peace Network dition of the Windesheim congregation. The other pensioners who had sent a £1 sellotaped to a letter Conference this year, is being organised in three members of her community were at her side. with the prayer that God would bless this venture. conjunction with the Cultural Exchange with China The bishop, hardly able to walk, having spent 20 The local diocese was well represented. Twenty- and Leeds Justice and Peace Commission. It will be years in prison and ten in solitary confinement was two of the 32 priests of the diocese were present—all held from July 20-22 at the Hayes Conference clear of mind and firm of voice. He delighted in the ordained since 1989, lay Catholics, sisters and the par- Centre in Swanwick, Derbyshire. Cardinal Keith new development in his diocese in which he played a ents of Sr Benedita, who had come from Mongolia, O’Brien, Archbishop of St Andrews and Edinburgh significant role. some of the 100 people recently Baptised. The Mass and president of the Bishops’ Conference of At the beginning of the century, when approached and music were composed by a lay Catholic who had Scotland, will celebrate Mass during the conference. by Sr Mary Niu, who felt called to develop the con- died earlier in the month. 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N WHAT is commonly referred to as his ‘State of the World’ address, Pope Benedict XVI this week The Feast of the Holy Innocents sent a hard-hitting message to the world’s govern- was celebrated in St Andrews and ments, via their diplomats, on the spiritual, finan- Edinburgh Archdiocese at St cial and moral status of our global community David’s in Dalkeith. Cardinal Keith whichI highlighted clear and present dangers but was not O’Brien, who concelebrated Mass without hope. with parish priest Mgr Allan T The Holy Father spoke of the need to protect religious PICTURE Chambers and priests of the freedom; the shadow cast by the global economy and the archdiocese, is seen here receiving value of raising and educating young people in a tradi- OF THE the gifts during the offertory tional family environment with a mother and a father. His procession by Emma, Luke and comments would seem to be in direct reference to the Megan Hamilton, along with their mother, Karen recent problems in North Africa and the Middle East, the WEEK PIC: PAUL McSHERRY global economic and financial crisis and policies—such as same-sex ‘marriage’ being considered here in Scot- land—that threaten the traditional family which is the foundation of our society. PR spin on same-sex to have a seige mentality and “I am deeply concerned for the people of those coun- ‘marriage’ cant see our own faults. I too tries where hostilities and acts of violence continue,” THE new film on Margaret am appalled to hear Celtic or Pope Benedict said, calling for education programmes on Thatcher, which shows how Rangers fans singing religious freedom and referencing in particular Syria, the her acceptability was inflammatory battle hymns. I Holy Land and the ongoing religious persecution and maximised by her processing Letters remember standing outside a violence in Nigeria. by advertising experts, SCO, 19 Waterloo Street, Glasgow G2 6BT well known ‘Celtic’ pub in In regards to the global economy he commented: “The reminded me of the powers at Wishaw waiting for a bus on crisis can and must be an incentive to reflect on human work on public perceptions. [email protected] the day the bomb went off in existence and on the importance of its ethical dimension, The booklet Towards A Higher Enniskillen. Out came a group even before we consider the mechanisms governing eco- Law (by the Catholic group of Celtic fans singing nomic life.” Tradition, Family, Property) this year on Australian Why not pass on your [pro-terrorist] songs as they On the family he said: “The family unit is fundamen- tells how a prominent US television. parish bulletin? boarded a mini bus. I also tal for the educational process and for the development advertising firm was consulted So why the push for MAY I make a suggestion to hear pro IRA songs by Celtic both of individuals and States; hence there is a need for by same-sex lobbyists in order same-sex ‘marriage’ in readers of the SCO? I noticed fans regulary at Fir Park. policies which promote the family and aid social cohe- to ‘normalise’ themselves in Scotland? Only a small in our local parish newsletter Even Neil Lennon and the sion and dialogue.” the eyes of the community. percentage have opted for it in that in May 2011 we collected Celtic board are trying to Throughout his address, the Pope flagged up that Now due to this selective the countries where it has been £2252 for Mary’s Meals. In stamp it out. It’s no use saying today’s present uncertainty is ‘felt particularly by the promotion we are conditioned legalised. I would argue that June, we collected £2358 for ‘yes but they (Rangers) are young.’ to visualise same-sexers as same-sex ‘marriage’ is a policy the Sisters of St Peter Claver worse than us.’ Set our own “Only when the future is certain as a positive reality gentle, perhaps sad, of distraction. The real issue is and, also in June, we collected house in order first. does it become possible to live the present as well,” he sentimentalists, or on the other promiscuity and its associated £1350 for the Laura McKee Our Faith is precious and said. hand, madly talented, diseases across the gender Leukemia Trust. we must not bring it into The state of the world: Where there is life hope The state of the world: The Holy Father also spoke of ‘respect for dreadfully amusing and preferences, its cost in lives The parish newsletters are football. creation,’ natural calamities, nuclear eco- fearfully witty. and to the NHS, an issue then disposed of for recycling. I feared the SCO lately logical disasters and climate change. Some of them are, as are Government is afraid to tackle. We could make better of seemed to be, with various By speaking to the international also a lot of the community MT Kielty them. Why not send them in articles from columnists, diplomats at the Vatican, the Pope is who do not primarily define CLYDEBANK the post to your MP or to the turning into a version of the directly addressing those in power themselves by their sexual many critics of Catholics? Celtic View. I do thank you throughout the world. We do not need proclivities, but are less Can St Thomas’ crib They could be sent to the though for going somewhere to only hope they were listening. We promoted by the entertainment inspire others? various reporters in our to redress the balance by can reinforce this message by letting media. THE parishioners of St newspapers, or they could be printing Mr McArthur’s letter. our elected representatives know our The internet Catholic Thomas’ Keith are to be sent to the commentators on David Jeffrey priorities, as individuals and as magazine Zenit reports on a commended for the efforts television and on radio. MOTHERWELL groups. And, in 2012, ahead of the book by long-standing they put in every year to They could be sent to Year of Faith, we can have faith. Australian pro-family activist provide a beautiful crib for anybody other than for Cartoon shows no and writer Bill Muehlenberg, their church. At one time there recycling. They can be sent respect for Nativity he matter of life and death has Strained Relations: The was a friendly rivalry between anonymously, it is not a I AM writing to complain again come into sharp focus. Challenge of Homosexuality, parishes to see which one had crime! about the ‘cartoon’ featured in TThe recent 400-page report (Freedom Publishing the best crib, and in many It may open these peoples’ the Metro newspaper (page 5 published by the Commission on Company). Just as in the UK, places there was the custom eyes to the good work of December 20 2011) depicting Assisted Dying, chaired by Lord Fal- on St Stephen’s Day of the Catholic charities. It may even a particularly unpleasant and

Opinion where Stonewall has distanced coner, calls for the legalisation of itself from the push for ‘crib crawl’ where folk would attract converts. recognisably disrespectful assisted suicide. The fact that the research same-sex ‘marriage,’ Mr go from church to church to Perhaps it would help the mockery of The Blessed had been bankrolled by millionaire author and vol- Muehlenberg quoted a number visit the different cribs. Sadly Church and inform some of its Virgin Mary and St Joseph’s untary euthanasia campaigner Sir Terry Pratchett—and of declared homosexuals today, all too often you will critics. journey to Bethlehem sponsored by Dignity in Dying, the former Voluntary opposed to adopting the more than likely find that no Vincent Quinn preceding the birth of Jesus Euthanasia Society—does not bode well for its credibil- ‘straitjacket of heterosexual pride or effort has been put BISHOPBRIGGS Christ. ity. However, this did not stop it being welcomed by marriage.’ into parish cribs and that the The motivation for the Independent MSP Margo MacDonald, who hopes to “Part of the reason for this figures have been placed in We must keep Faith publication of such offensive bring assisted suicide legislation back before the Scot- low level of marriage lies in the front of the High Altar with out of football so called ‘humour’ is, in fact, tish Parliament. very nature of homosexual no attempt to make a stable. THE recent letter from John indefensible. Given the blatant On the other hand British theoretical physicist, cos- relationships,” Mr Perhaps the good people of McArthur is to be greatly disregard for the feelings of the mologist and author Stephen Hawking has just celebrated Muehlenberg commented in Keith will inspire other applauded. I agree so much I many Christians and peoples of his 70th birthday, having lived with Motor Neurone Dis- the Zenit report. “The much parishes in making a better could have written the letter other faiths who read the ease for 50 years, ‘defying time and space.’ higher levels of promiscuity, effort in the future and myself. newspaper, it is most disturbing As many, no doubt including SCO columnist Fr especially among men, but also provide the Christ Child with I am a regular Mass going to realise that this particular McGhee and his family who are grieving the recent death to a lesser degree among a roof over His head at Catholic and am proud to be publication has not breached of both their parents, would testify: Life is precious and women, mean that Christmas. so. Like Mr McArthur, I am [media] codes of conduct. we should not waste a moment of it. monogamous relationships are Brad King continually saddened by how Is this the beginning of an not what many are looking BY E-MAIL we Catholics sometimes seem erosion of respect for one for.” another’s beliefs? What will Congratulations to According to Mr come next and where do we Muehlenberg, many SCO reserves the right to edit letters to conform with space or draw the line? Are these Mrs Catherine style requirements McGarrity of homosexual commentators targeted attacks on faith groups Clydebank. She is have been very clear that if This page is used solely for reader opinion and therefore views going to be a regular the winner of the they achieve the right to marry expressed are not necessarily shared by SCO occurrence and entertainment? SCO, Failte Travel it will not mean that it is an If you would like to share your opinion, send your The cartoon in question is and Flybe trip for exclusive partnership. Sexual correspondence to the above address profanely irreverent and I two to Donegal fidelity is ‘crap’ said prominent Whether you use e-mail or post, you must provide your full name, would ask for an apology. competition homosexual activist Dennis address, and phone number or your letter will not be used D Williams Altman during a debate in July MANCHESTER Friday January 13 2012 SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER SUPPORT YOUR NATIONAL CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER THAT’S LIFE 15 The woes of treating children as mini adults We have all seen parents struggling in public to discipline their children. They need help, we need tolerance

seems, more considerate of the children’s known to offer her own opinion and not just on opinions. the lentils subject either. I am always irked by those who, having just arents who treat their small children like discovered the joys of parenting, look on those By Mary mini adults, soliciting their views on all of us unaccompanied by a little one of our own Pmanner of subjects drive me nuts. Giving as though we are some lesser species. Been children the impression that it is all about them there, done that, could write the book, I want to McGinty leads to self-centred behaviour later on which snarl in their direction. damages them and their relationships. Far better HERE can be few mothers more for them to see their place in the grand scheme of nstilling good manners, teaching them all the vehemently opposed to smacking than things; valued, respected and loved but not at the social niceties and ensuring they eat their me. It is just such uncivilised behav- very centre of the universe. Igreens all count when bringing up our chil- iour and such a failure of authority to The family unit is as important as the people dren, but that is not even scratching the surface have to resort to physical punishment. in it and the parental marriage is a crucial ele- of good parenting. Successful upbringing is TBut a bunch of unruly children, marooned at ment. So many marriages break down because about character-forming. home on a seemingly endless wet day in the husband and wife have simply grown apart It is hard work but the reward is a well- school holidays and the no-smacking rule can be and often the reason is that all their efforts have rounded individual, the possessor of sound an unattainable aspiration. been directed towards the children to the judgement, fortitude, temperate and justice, and I got round the temptation to wallop my own point that they have no time for their own mature and compassionate in outlook. boy by sending him to his room for ten minutes relationship. My own parents were fine examples so maybe in a bid to create some distance between my You have to wonder about over-indulgent par- when I am traipsing the aisles of the supermarket hands and his neck. ents who view their children through rose-tinted I should be more mindful of the lessons they He tells me now it was a welcome break from frames—usually designer ones at that. My local taught me on tolerance. his sisters and a chance to read his stash of supermarket was hoatching with uber-excited Beanos uninterrupted. There were the rare occa- children during the Christmas holidays. Let’s sions when I did administer a short, sharp shock face it, if they’re acting up at home take them out in the form of a skelp on the leg. It never did him in public and let everyone get a share of the any harm he graciously assures me, but to this action. I am not of the ‘children should be seen CROSSWORD Gordius No 21 day I have to admit I am not proud of it in the and not heard’ school and I usually find their slightest. antics quite entertaining. In a new book entitled French Children Don’t But their mums and dads, now that is another 1 2345 678 Throw Food the disciplined French model for matter. 9 child-rearing is compared with the more indul- Parents who park the buggy in menacing fash- gent British approach. ion across the width of the aisle while deep and 10 11 According to the American author, the French meaningful discussions take place on the merits mother will terrorise her children into submis- of puy lentils over the beluga variety are just sion without compunction and will readily ’fess the limit. 12 13 14 15 up to corporal punishment. The British parent, on Annoying enough when the discourse is taking the other hand, is decidedly more laissez-faire in place between the parents, but when the toddler 16 17 relation to dishing out the discipline. And, it is invited to participate Mrs Angry has been 18 19 20

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Proclaiming the Gospel in troubled times As Christians again came under attack recently, this time in Nigeria, DAN MCGINTY looks at the work the missionaries, including the SMA Fathers, undertake worldwide and highlights Pope Benedict XVI’s praise for them in continuing to proclaim the Gospel

HILE Christ- people, with the Americas emerg- world, and even operating in enlivened by missionary zeal: [as mas was cele- ing as the place more affected, as Asia, America and Europe. With Pope John Paul II said,] ‘mission- brated with all 13 priests and two lay people almost 1000 missionaries, the ary activity renews the Church, the normal tra- were martyred for their Faith. SMA Fathers draw members revitalises Faith and Christian ditions, both in Speaking on St Stephen’s from all over the world, but as the identity, and offers fresh enthusi- WScotland and in Rome, develop- Day, Pope Benedict XVI (above need for missions to tend to the asm and new incentive. Faith is ments from Nigeria brought shock- right) recognised this sad fact, as persecuted flock across the world strengthened when it is given to Is God calling you to a ing images with the news of a triple he said: “As in ancient times, rises, so too must the operations others! It is in commitment to the life of Love and Service? bomb attack on Christians cele- today the sincere adherence to of communities such as the SMA Church’s universal mission that brating the birth of Christ by the the Gospel may require the sac- Fathers. To do so, the numbers the new evangelisation of Chris- Contact the Islamic extremists Boko Haram. rifice of life, and many Chris- committing themselves to the tian peoples will find inspiration Saint Joseph of Cluny Sisters. The worst attack was at St tians in various parts of the mission must rise too, highlight- and support'’” Theresa’s Catholic Church (above world are sometimes exposed to ing the crucial role vocations Sr Mary: 0141 8815142 left), which killed 43 people and persecution and martyrdom.” have to play in bringing the o meet this commitment, Sr Ruth: 01465 713673 left many more injured, and However, despite facing such Gospel into people’s lives. SMA Missionaries live and served as a deadly reminder of the challenges, many missionaries Remembering Blessed Pope Twork in solidarity with our persecution suffered by Christians still fulfil their vocations by trav- John Paul II’s words in his mes- African brothers and sisters strug- Website: www.sjc.ie in many parts of the world. elling to preach the Gospel, often sage to the missions last year, gling for justice and peace in the With the announcement from in the face of fierce opposition to Pope Benedict said: “Continuous midst of political turmoil and the Vatican of the names of mis- the Word of God. proclamation of the Gospel, in social disintegration, with mem- sionaries murdered in 2011, the fact, also invigorates the Church, bers prepared to dedicate them- need to minister to persecuted he SMA Fathers, the Soci- Her fervour and Her apostolic selves with courage to stand by Christians is thrown into even ety of African Missions, is spirit. It renews Her pastoral the people in places like Liberia, starker relief. The shocking figures Tone such community of methods so that they may be ever Ivory Coast, Congo and other reveal that 26 pastoral workers Catholic missionaries serving the better suited to the new situa- troubled regions of the continent were killed last year; 18 priests, people of Africa and those of tions—even those which require of Africa, continually highlight- DO YOU FEEL THAT GOD IS four religious sisters and four lay African descent all over the a new evangelisation—and ing the link between faith and jus- CALLING YOU TO THE tice and promoting the integrity MISSIONARY PRIESTHOOD? of creation in all its aspects. THEN WE CAN HELP YOU Through the commitment and the strength of their vocation, the The Society of African Missionaries (SMA Fathers) JERICHO is an international group of Missionary Priests. SMA Fathers and missionaries all “The over the world are able to over- Today we are active in Liberia, Compassion of come the great challenges they face Ghana, Benin, Nigeria, Zambia, Congregation of Alexian Brothers Tanzania, South Africa and other Jesus.” in their priestly mission and meet African countries working as The Alexian Brothers, as followers of Jesus the the need of Catholics and Chris- partners in the rapidly Drug & Alcohol Rehabs., growing Church. Healer, dedicate their lives to serving the sick and tians in some of the world’s most Refuge for Victims of troubled and often violent places. WILL YOU those on the margins of society. They do this with the Domestic Violence, Pope Benedict XVI reminded JOIN US? support of prayer and community life. 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GILLIES /CAMPBELL LORIMER McGUIRE RELIGIOUS DEATH In loving memory of my Treasured memories of our 41st Anniversary darling daughter, Marion, brother, Andrew, who died In loving memory of my DORRIAN, Brother Lewis who died January 16, 1972, January 7, 2009; our parents beloved mother, Dorothy (Marist Brother) gran, Kate Gillies, died Matthew and Mary Lorimer, (Smith), who died January Peacefully at the Southern January 16, 1979, also my and our brother, Matthew 14, 1971; also my dear General Hospital, Glasgow, dear father, John Campbell, Jnr, who died December 13, father, Edward, died June on Wednesday, December died January 13, 1983, and 2001. 19, 1981, and my beloved 28, 2011, at the age of 83. my dear mother, Ealasaid, Requiescant in Pace. brother, Terence, died June Former Head Teacher of St died August 18, 1937, and Inserted by the family. 30, 1986. my dear pal, Cursty Peggy May God keep them safe. Joseph’s College, Dumfries Campbell, died January 12, Inserted by Margo, Joe and and Provincial of the Marist SMALL DEVLIN Please remember in your 7th Anniversary 2004. R.I.P. family. Brothers of Great Britain. prayers Father James Small, Treasured memories of my The tender thoughts that Fortified by Rites of Holy who died January 14, 2004, dear husband and our dear linger on, MacKENZIE Church. R.I.P. aged 68. father, James Devlin, who Are links that truly bind, 20th Anniversary Forever in our thoughts. died on January 12, 2005. The loved ones who have In loving memory of our dear DEATH From all the family. R.I.P. gone before, mother, Grace, who died Our Lady of Lourdes, pray To those they left behind. January 17, 1992, also our McGREGOR, Helen MEMORIAM for him. Inserted by the family, dear father, Finlay, who died Suddenly at home on Loved and missed by all Gaire-na-Mara, Vatersay. July 27, 1985. R.I.P. CLARKE January 4, 2012, Helen, grandchildren and great In the shelter of Thy Sacred Please pray for the repose of grandchildren. GRIFFIN McANENA Heart, dearest sister to Frances, the souls of Thomas George 4th Anniversary Loving memories of John, Dear Jesus, may they rest. and the late Anna, Margaret Clarke, who died January Treasured memories of died January 11, 1998. St Martin de Porres, pray for and Canon Charles, and 15, 1959, and his beloved Patricia Griffin, a loving wife, them. The tears in my eyes I wipe loving aunt to Helen and wife, Catherine, who died mother and gran, who died Inserted by Maureen, away, January 10, 1969. on January 17, 2008. Kenneth and John. Andrew, Frances, Gerard, But the pain in my heart is Those who die in grace go Charlie, and great-aunt and here to stay, CONNELLY, Anthony no further from us than God, MacKINNON very dear friend to many. So with aching heart I In loving memory of our son, and God is very near. 6th Anniversary Fortified by the rites of the whisper low, Anthony, who died January Our Lady of Medjugorje, In loving memory of God bless you, I miss you Holy Catholic Church. 5, 1997, aged 4 years. pray for her. Margaret, loving mother, so. May she rest in peace. The pain still hurts, the Inserted by her loving gran and great-gran who From Annie and family. Reception at 6.30 p.m. on memories are still clear, husband Tommy and family. died January 20, 2006. Tuesday, January 17, at St We wish in our hearts, that x Forever remembered and you Anthony were still here. FAULDS loved. Bridget’s RC Church, MacASKILL Mum and Dad. xx 12th Anniversary KELLY Our Lady of the Isles, pray Baillieston. Requiem Mass 5th Anniversary Of your charity, please pray In loving memory of for her. at 9.30 a.m. on Wednesday, In loving memory of a dear COYLE for the repose of the soul of Maureen, a beloved cousin Mary and family. January 18, thereafter to St In loving memory of our Thomas (Tommy) Faulds, and friend of many, died husband, father, Peter’s Cemetery, Dalbeth. father, John, who died beloved husband of Shirley January 14, 2010. father-in-law and MacLEOD January 22, 1966, and our and dear brother-in-law of Remembered always with grandfather, Angus In loving memory of our BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE mother, Susan, who died John, who died on January love and prayers. MacAskill, who died on Jan- brothers, John, who died January 12, 1997. 9, 2000. uary 14, 2007. on January 9, 2011 and HAMILTON May they rest in peace. We hold you close within our KIMMINS Loved and remembered Ewen, who died October 31, Remembering Anna, died Our Lady and St hearts, Special memories of our always. 2010. December 3, 1977, on her Bartholomew, pray for them. And there you will remain, only beloved son, and Eternal rest grant unto him, Our Lady of Lourdes, pray 50th birthday, January 11. Inserted by the family. To walk with us throughout brother, Stephen, who died O Lord, for them. our lives, And let perpetual light shine Also Ann, on her 17th January 13, 1989, aged 17 Mary Kate, Roddy and DALY Until we meet again. upon him, Anniversary, January 14 and years. family, Lochboisdale. In loving memory of my dear So rest in peace dear A precious gift now safe in May he rest in peace. also Kevin. husband and dad, Eddie, Tommy, the warmth of God’s care. Inserted by his loving wife MacLEOD Forever in our hearts. who died January 16, 1992. And thanks for all you’ve Dad, Mum, Michelle, Tania, Jessie and family. Of your charity, please pray The Hamilton and Thomson It broke out hearts to lose done, Alan, Euan and Freya. for the repose of the soul of families. you, We pray that God has given Forever loved, forever Michael MacLeod, who died But you did not go alone, you, missed. McCREADY January 18, 1973; also pray For part of us went with you, 6th Anniversary KEATINGS The crown you’ve truly won. for Archie and Allan The day God called you If we could have one lifetime Please remember in your Precious memories of a LINDSAY MacLean whose home. wish, Treasured memories of prayers, May, died January anniversaries occur about much loved husband, dad No tears no verse will ever One dream that would come Rose, a much loved wife, 17, 2006, beloved daughter this time. and grandad, Larry, who say, true, mother, mother-in-law and of the late Hugh and On whose souls, sweet died December 3, 1998, and How much we miss you We would pray to God with gran, who died on January Isabella, dear sister of Jesus, have mercy. whose birthday occurs on every day. all our hearts, 19, 2006. Frances and a loving aunt. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray January 13. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray For yesterday and you. She’s in a better place right Our Lady of Fatima, pray for for them. for him. Our home is empty without Our Lady, Star of the Sea, now, her. Inserted by the family. Mary and Geraldine. pray for him. you, than she’s ever been before, Inserted by Tommy’s loving All pain has gone, she’s now MacMILLAN The heart of it is gone, wife Shirley and at rest, McDONALD 3rd Anniversary The light went out the day brother-in-law John, nothing troubles her In loving memory of our Treasured memories of you died, Whiteinch, Glasgow. anymore. beloved mother, Annie, Raghnall Iain, dearly loved How do we carry on. It’s we who feel the burden who died on January 7, 1998 brother and uncle, who St Lawrence, pray for him. of our sadness and our and our beloved father, passed away suddenly on Kathleen and family. FOY grief; John. Also remembering our Saturday, January 10, 2009. 8th Anniversary We have to cry, to mourn our beloved brothers, John, Mary and Jack. Michael, Charlie and Dennis, RELIGIOUS MEMORIAM In loving memory of our dear loss, before we get relief. We miss you in so many mother, Mary Foy, who died We know we’ll re-connect whose anniversaries occur ways, MULHALL January 11, 2004. with her at the end of each about this time. Also our We miss the things you used 18th Anniversary of No one can truly measure life’s road; beloved sisters, Annie and to say, mother’s special love, Flora. Reverend Father Joseph We’ll see her cherished face And when old times we do God bless, we love you again, when we release our Forever in our thoughts. recall, Mulhall, established Our always, earthly load. Our Lady of Perpetual It’s then we miss you most of Lady’s and St Helen’s, Guide us from above. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray Succour, pray for them. all. Condorrat, 1974, returned to Inserted by her loving for her. St Martin, pray for them. Sadly missed by all the the Lord, January 9, 1994. daughter Julie and Angela. Joe and family. From all the family. family. 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MacPHEE O’DONNELL PRAYER TO THE 8th Anniversary In loving memory of our ACKNOWLEDGEMENT BLESSED VIRGIN In loving memory of parents whose anniversaries COOGANS – MARGARET O Most Beautiful Flower of Margaret Anne (Peggy), who both occur about this time. Mount Carmel, fruitful in died January 12, 2004, a Our father, Patrick, who died The family of the late Margaret Coogans wish to the splendour of Heaven, dear aunt, grand-aunt and on January 14, 1983 and our Blessed Mother of the Son sister-in-law of the family. express their sincere thanks mother, Bridget, who died on of God, Immaculate Virgin, St Martin de Porres, pray for January 15, 2007. to the Right Reverend assist me in this my neces- her. Deep in our hearts, they Monsignor John McIntyre, Inserted by family in South shall both always stay, Fathers John Fagan, Brian sity. O Star of the Sea, Lamb, Eamonn Sweeney, Uist and Glasgow. Loved and remembered help me and show me James Thompson and every day. herein You are my Mother. McSHANE PRENTICE, John Francis McGachey for MacPHEE Our Lady of Lourdes, pray O Holy Mary, Mother of 18th Anniversary Much missed Dad and offering spiritual comfort and 5th Anniversary for them both. God, Queen of Heaven In loving memory of our dear Granda, died January 11, concelebrating a truly In loving memory of our dad Lovingly remembered and and Earth, I humbly daddy, granda and 2004. uplifting Requiem Mass. and grandad, Dougald sadly missed by their sons beseech You from the bot- great-grandad, John For you were such a special Sincere thanks also to Fr Christopher, died January Conal and Michael and tom of my heart to succour McShane, who died January Dad Jose Cirilo Rodrigues and Fr 13, 2007. 15, 1994, loving husband of daughter-in-law Yvonne. In every single way, me in my necessity. There Always in our thoughts and William Dunnachie, relatives, the late Mary Welsh. And I still miss you very friends, parishioners of St are none that can with- prayers. O’NEILL A Father’s Love much Bridget’s, Baillieston and stand Your power. O show Our Lady of the Isles, pray Treasured memories of our Wipe your eyes, don’t you And think of you each day. neighbours for their kindness me herein You are my for him. dear father, George (Terry), weep, But I know you are up in and spiritual support, Mass mother. O Mary, conceived Inserted by Kathleen,Allan who died on January 19, I haven’t left you, I’m only heaven now cards and sympathy cards. without sin, pray for us who and Jennifer, Glasgow. 1978. asleep, So happy and carefree, Thanks to John Fairgrieve, have recourse to Thee Through the mists of time he With angels watching over Whenever you need me, I’ll Gerry Reid and family for (three times). Holy Mary, I MacPHERSON will never be forgotten. you be there, music during Mass. 10th Anniversary Inserted by his loving family. As you watched over me. place this cause in your Just mention my name when Appreciation and thanks to In loving memory of my dear Till we meet again with you hands (three times). O you say a prayer, Donald McLaren Funeral mother, mother-in-law and and Mum. thank you for your mercy to You knew one day we would Directors for their efficient grandmother, Annie, died Love always – daughter me and mine. Amen. Say have to part, service. Heartfelt thanks to January 10, 2002. Mary Ann, son-in-law, David for three days; publication. So wipe your tears, no the doctors, medical and Rest in Peace. and grandsons, Stephen and broken hearts, support staff of Ward 2, Sweet are the memories David. xx My duty to you I did until the Lightburn Hospital, Glasgow, POWERFUL NOVENA silently kept, Remembering my dear end, for their dedicated and very Of Childlike Confidence Of a mother we loved and brothers Johnnie and Jimmy. Look upon me as a father professional care, but more (This novena is to be said shall never forget. Always in my thoughts. and friend, importantly, their gentleness at the same time, every Our Lady of Lourdes, pray R.I.P. Death is a passing from this and compassion shown to hour, for nine consecutive for her. Loving sister – Elsie. Inserted by Ian, Chrissie and world to another, Mum. Thanks to the staff of hours – just one day). O Look after yourselves and O’REILLY St Bridget’s Parish Centre. A family, Benbecula. SMITH, Christina Jesus, who hast said, ask take care of each other, 22nd Anniversary very special thanks to all 5th Anniversary and you shall receive, seek I leave you this gift sent to Please pray for Maura who attended the evening and you shall find, knock O’Reilly, who died January In loving memory of my you from above, reception, Requiem Mass and it shall be opened to To place a I leave you the gift of a 11, 1990, much loved wife of beloved wife and our dear and graveside in Old you, through the interces- father’s love. the late Dr. Frank and dearly mother, Christina, who died Monkland Cemetery, despite sion of Mary, Thy Most Family Inserted by his loving family. loved mother and January 10, 2007. Although you are not beside difficult weather conditions. Holy Mother, I knock, I grandmother. Holy Mass will be offered for Announcement: Time may pass and fade us, seek, I ask that my prayer Announcement: You are never far away, the intentions of all. MARLEY away, be granted (make your You are always in our In loving memory of my But silent thoughts and request). O Jesus, who Contact hearts, dear husband and our dad, memories stay. hast said, all that you ask With every passing day, THANKSGIVING Hugh, died January 17, Eternal rest grant unto them, of the Father in My name, 0141 As time goes by without you, 2009. O Lord, GRATEFUL thanks to St He will grant you through And days turn into years, May you rest in peace dear And let perpetual light shine Clare for favours received. – 241 6106 They hold a million the intercession of Mary, Hugh in that heavenly home upon them. J.G. memories, Thy Most Holy Mother, I above with the Sacred Heart May they rest in peace. Email: Of one we loved so dear. humbly and urgently ask of Jesus in His own eternal Amen GRATEFUL thanks to St Thy Father, in Thy name, Both loved into eternity by Fois shiorraidh thoir dhi a Clare for favours received. - love. that my prayer be granted intimations@ the family. Thighearna. T.A. St Joseph and St Andrew, Inserted by her loving hus- (make your request). O pray for him. band John and her sons Iain Jesus, who hast said, sconews.co.uk Mary, Anne, Euan O.P. DEAR HEART OF JESUS, and Donald A. in the past I have asked Heaven and Earth shall DEADLINE You for many favours, pass away but My word TRAVERS this time I ask You for this shall not pass, through the MORLAND 1st Anniversary special one (mention intercession of Mary, Thy for the In memory of my Mary, died In loving and prayerful favour), take it, Dear Most Holy Mother, I feel on January 14, 2010, aged memory of our dear sister, Heart of Jesus, and place confident that my prayer insertion 70. Elma, beloved aunt and it within Your broken heart We met 58 years ago, great-aunt, who died on shall be granted (make where Your Father sees it, of At a fairground on Ayr shore, January 13, 2011. your request); publication then in His merciful eyes, it I loved you then, Sleep in peace in God and promised. - F.F. will become Your favour, not intimations I love you now, SLUDDEN His Blessed Mother’s care. mine. Amen. And will forever more. In memory of our beloved Inserted by the family. NOVENA PRAYER TO ST Say for three days; is Monday Holy Mary, Mother of God, parents, grandparents and JUDE is Monday publication promised. – G.H. put Your arms around her. great grandparents, Molly, Place Your Intimation May the Sacred Heart of LU2TMUZ Your Billy. who died January 17, 1982, 5pm prior Announcing, Jesus be praised, adored, and her husband, Charles, GRATEFUL thanks to St Remembering, glorified and loved through- who died November 4, 2000. Jude for prayers answered. to Thanking out the world now and for- MURRAY Cheerful smiles, hearts of Births, Marriages, – I.R. Remembering our lovely gold, Deaths,Anniversaries ever more. Sacred Heart of publication son, Paul, who sadly died on The best this world could NOVENA TO ST CLARE Jesus have mercy on us. January 9, 2011, aged 46. ever hold. Say nine Hail Mary’s for St Jude helper of the hope- less, pray for us. St Jude, date. We will never forget you. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray nine days with a lighted Our Lady of the Holy Rosary, for them. candle; publication great miracle worker, pray

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T IS not too often that I find myself in the company of the Slovenian Marxist philosopher, Slavoj Žižek; I do not share his solutions for the problems of the modernI world. Not that I dislike his analysis of the world, far from it. Žižek’s notion of a philosophical con- frontation between materialism and ide- alism is one I share deeply, and like Žižek I, too, feel that we have finally reached a point where this confronta- tion is no longer inevitably predicated towards the materialist. Ever since the collapse of the Berlin Wall, he once stated, our world had become enthralled with Francis Fukuyama’s thesis in his The End of History and the Last Men: history had come to an end and the Siamese twins of capitalism and democracy had won. History had not come to an end, of course, and nasty ‘little wars’ rooted in nationalist desire, ethnic frustration and simpler conflicts over resources were there to remind everyone between 1989 and 2001 that ‘the end of history’ had not been reached. If the attack on the Twin Towers had not convinced people that ideas had survived as a potent weapon, then the decade that followed did: a struggle broke out between what some perceived to be the Islamic ideal of society and others that of democracy. In the process, both the ideals of Islam and of democracy were damaged. However, until the great crash of 2007-8, for most in the West the choice was still simple: the consumption soci- ety that we had created in the 1980s was alive and well, or so we thought, and the idea of a politics of ideas, of a soci- ety based on ideals, had withered on the vine. The Church’s call for restraints, for social justice, for an economics based on the person was barely heard, and seemed irrelevant. In the words of a recent TV pro- gramme, however, the party is over. Žižek has noted this, too, and has argued that the time is right for a return of ideas and ideals to fill the vacuum that has come into existence. He notes the A group of US Catholic activists protest argued for what would soon come to be a very Catholic word—and the crucial urges all to live in solidarity, to over- urgency of the need: across Europe, against the actions of US banks and other called a ‘living wage,’ emphasised the foundation of morals: I only have to say come differences of class. This is illus- extreme right wing—and I would add financial institutions during the country’s dignity of working people, but also ‘Catholic adoption agencies’ and the trated well when the Pope thinks about extreme left wing—parties are agitating. economic crisis stressed everyone’s duties in the new message is clear. private property. This, he held, was invi- In the Far East, it appears that a non- economic system. This mixture of duties olate, but had a moral function, too. If it democratic capitalism has been born, ing. This was the age when the Church and rights are, of course, perfectly in t the time, Rerum Novarum was not used for the common good, it more efficient than its democratic tem- ran schools, orphanages, hospitals, old tune with the Church’s centuries’ old caused a storm. Some tried to lost its morality. In other words, the plate. We are in desperate need of ideals. people’s homes, soup kitchens and a ideals for society: the individual’s right Aignore it, others were affronted. excessive hoarding of wealth is immoral. myriad of other services. At times, the to a secure life, ‘free to worship Him It did have a large impact, albeit not He is very suspicious of the capital mar- e have been there before, and methods used may not now appeal to without fear’ as the Song of Zachariah immediately. The Christian Democratic kets, investment banks and the like. the results of being too late us, but without that basic underpinning has it, is balanced by that individual’s tradition, still very much alive in Con- These, he argued, are instruments for the Ware there for all to see in the many more would simply have col- obligations to create a similar freedom tinental Europe, grew out of the destruction of small and medium-sized past. Back in the 1890s decades of lapsed under the pressures of a very for his or her neighbour. encyclical, and it offered an alternative companies, and can grow so large that untrammelled capitalism had created unjust social system. Indeed, the core message of the to the rule of the market and the rule of states become enslaved to them. new realities. For a small group, enor- However, it had become clear in the Gospel was to a large extent predicated the state. For those who think the current crisis mous wealth and luxury had been decades since the 1830s that the Church on this balance: Jesus told us to create ‘A Via Media,’ to use Blessed Cardi- is a new departure, think again. Capital- achieved; for a large middle group the would have to formulate a response the Kingdom of God and Redemption nal Newman’s phrase, had been ism in its most expansive form has the illusion of well-being created, fre- based not only on action, but on ideals. would follow. In Rerum Novarum, Pope achieved. Interestingly, during the unpleasant habit of repeating itself in quently threatened by crisis after crisis; This is the background to arguably the Leo XIII showed how he hoped depression that followed the crash of great cycles. This fact makes Quadra- for a sizeable class working and hous- most famous encyclical of the past two Catholics would bring about that King- 1929, the Catholic agencies and unions gesimo Anno such an appropriate ing conditions and diets were worse centuries, and the one that can still form dom: through the formation of Catholic that had grown up under the inspiration encyclical for study in our own time. than anything ever imagined. Sounds the core of an attempt by the Church to unions, through the mutual assistance of Rerum Novarum proved resilient, its Like then, we face the serious disloca- familiar? formulate the new ideals for our own and respect for all, regardless of class, members, on the whole, less inclined to tion of the system, accompanied by a The old traditions in which employ- century. The encyclical is Rerum and by basing the new society on the excesses of Fascism, Communism slackening of democracy. This provides ers looked after employees, in which Novarum. Issued by Pope Leo XIII in Catholic morals. and Nazism. an opportunity: new ideals are called for, producers united to protect their wages, 1891, Of New Things was the singu- Here, then, is the core of what cer- In Quadragesimo Anno, published, as and our Church ought to be there, these were gone. At this time, there was larly powerful statement of the tain politicians south of the Border have the title indicates, 40 years after Rerum explaining the radical alternative of the no welfare state to take their place. In Church’s thinking on the social order. referred to as the ‘Big Society.’ Except Novarum, Pope Pius XI showed a Gospel message. It is the message that many cases, the Church was already It denounced the exploitation of peo- that they forgot about the essential ele- marked understanding of the threats that emphasises solidarity, mutual protection, there, caring, protecting, and encourag- ple, confirmed the right to own property, ment of mutual assistance, solidarity— faced his flock. Again and again, he mutual respect and mutual obligations. 22 A GRAND LITTLE PARISH SUPPORT YOUR NATIONAL CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER Friday January 13 2012

WEEK 53, VOLUME 2 The canon suffers a welcome shock In KT BROGAN’S fictional series this week, the parishioners give the priests a surprise

T’S GOOD to get back to a rou- Mass this morning. Perhaps I should leave well “Stop trying to frighten me,” Fr John Paul tine after Christmas,” the canon alone and just go along with the ‘surprise’ bit of glared at him. “Proper procedure has to be said from behind his newspaper as it all...” observed. They can’t just launch a Men’s soci- Fr John Paul finished his break- “... And I’m not included,” Fr John Paul ety without consultation, permission to do so, fast. “It’ll be a long time before I sounded a bit crestfallen. setting up the machinery for a draft constitu- can‘I establish a proper routine,” was the glum The canon was still studying the letter. tion, a projected programme of events for the reply. “My new parishioners are a bit... well... “What’s the difference between a surprise year, election of office bearers in keeping with DEMANDING... if you know what I mean. and a shock?” he asked no one in particular. parish procedures... I could go on, but...” There’s a queue of them waiting outside the “Please don’t,” the canon said mildly... “Go A GRAND LITTLE PARISH sacristy after Mass, every single morning, all ollowing his usual precaution of arriving on, I mean. Get a grip, John Paul. You say they of them with questions about changes I might 15 minutes late for parish functions, the can’t do this. They’ve just DONE it... and good be making and suggestions about the best way Fcanon could hear the sounds of hilarity for them. They’re trying to save you the work forward.” from the Railway Hotel’s smaller lounge. of setting it all up, trying to show you that “Easy does it. Don’t let them rush you. And “They’ve started without you, canon,” the they’re enthusiastic about the idea. In fact, remember to take your day off each week receptionist smiled. they’re reflecting the very identity of St instead of running yourself into the ground as Opening the door of the lounge, he was Aidan’s... the thing that makes it a grand little you did last year,” the canon injected a note of almost knocked over by a wave of laughter parish. For them, nothing is impossible. They’ll severity into his words. He peered over his which followed Hutch McMahon’s booming rise to any challenge, give it their best shot, paper as the doorbell rang. “That’ll be Vincent. voice. The room was packed with men, most irrespective of the circumstances. They’re Bang on time as usual. Now... letting him take of them nursing pints. As one, they got to their POSITIVE about things... UNLIKE SOME I charge of the office in the mornings was one of feet as the canon entered the room. COULD MENTION...” your better ideas. He’ll keep us both organised. “Welcome to the inaug... the very FIRST There was a lengthy silence, then: “You’re He’s even better than you are at making lists.” meetin’ of St Aidan’s Men’s Society, canon. angry with me,” Fr John Paul said at last. There was a tap on the door, and Vincent We’ve been talkin’ aboot it... thought we’d save There was no reply. The canon lit his pipe EWTN PROGRAMMES came in and handed an envelope to the canon. you the bother o’ settin’ it a’ up. Here we are... and stared into the fire. At last, Fr John Paul “I met Mr McMahon in the driveway,” he a’ organised...” cleared his throat. SUN 15 JANUARY SEVEN DEADLY SINS, SEVEN said. “And he asked me to give you this. Said to Trying to push aside the sudden image of an “Was there a big crowd at the meeting?” he 9AM LIVELY VIRTUES tell you that he’s sorry about the short notice.” outraged Fr John Paul giving them all a lecture asked. IN CONCERT: POPULAR CHORAL WED 18 JANUARY “Are you sure you can spare the time for this about proper parish procedure, Canon Brannan “The place was packed. Young men, middle- CLASSICS 1PM office work in the mornings, Vincent? After all, allowed himself to be welcomed into the com- aged men, older men... all varieties of men... 10.30AM LIVE HOLY MASS this is supposed to be your gap year before you pany. all St Aidan’s men... all ENTHUSIASTIC men. THE SPIRITUAL LEGACY OF 9PM go to university...” “The bar’s open, canon. What’ll it be?” There wasn’t much business done, but the craic ARCHBISHOP FULTON J SHEEN SEVEN DEADLY SINS, SEVEN Fr John Paul sounded slightly anxious. Hutch, an expansive host, asked. was great...” 11.30AM LIVELY VIRTUES The other smiled. “Lemonade, please,” the canon answered Fr John Paul cleared his throat again. A PEOPLE OF LIFE THURS 19 JANUARY 4PM 1PM “I enjoyed the voluntary work in Kenya, weakly, thinking that hot, sweet tea would be a “Will you take charge of it, canon?” he LIFE ON THE ROCK HOLY MASS LIVE father, but I was glad to get home. Mornings far better antidote for shock... asked at last. “Get it sorted out, put it on a 5PM 8PM are fine for me and I can catch up with a bit of proper footing, so to speak?” THE WORLD OVER EWTN LIVE extra reading in the afternoons. I don’t like nd y’know in the end, it was a very The canon smiled his most seraphic smile, 7PM 9PM wasting time. It becomes a habit before you enjoyable evening,” he told Fr John “Of course I will, John Paul. I’ll harness the WORLD AT PRAYER—THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS, SEVEN know it...” ‘APaul later that evening as they dis- enthusiasm, inject a bit of decorum into it... and VISION OF PATRICK PEYTON, LIVELY VIRTUES He had hardly got out the door before the cussed the business of the day. make sure that only tea is served. And perhaps CSC FRI 20 JANUARY canon thrust his letter at his companion. It read: “They can’t do THAT,” he exclaimed. “... you will do us the honour of being our first 7.30PM 1PM “...We have a surprise for you. Please come to Set up a parish organisation without consulting guest speaker... as long as the subject of your HOUND OF HEAVEN HOLY MASS LIVE the Railway Hotel at seven o’clock tonight...” the parish priest... or his... his...” talk isn’t ‘proper procedure.’” 8PM 7PM The priests exchanged puzzled glances. “Mentor? Or should I say FORMER mentor, When at last they parted company, the canon THE BEST OF THE JOURNEY FORGOTTEN HERITAGE: HOME EUROPE AND OUR LADY “I suppose I could phone Hutch... but then it because you’re beginning to sound like a parish yawned, 10PM 8PM wouldn’t be a surprise. Or I could phone Bernard. priest every time you open your mouth, John “Pretending to be angry is a very tiring VATICANO THE WORLD OVER He usually has his ear to the ground as far as Paul. Perhaps my work is done and I should thing,” he told Tandy, who was stretched out 11PM 9PM parish affairs are concerned...” the canon said. make tracks for the old homestead across the on the hearthrug,. “I’m glad I don’t have to do BENEDICTION ECHOES OF OUR CHOICES “Mind you, he shot off in a bit of a hurry after water...” was the reply. it very often.” MON 16 JANUARY 10PM 1PM CRASH COURSE IN THE SAINTS LIVE HOLY MASS SAT 21 JANUARY 9PM 1PM SEVEN DEADLY SINS, SEVEN HOLY MASS LIVE Experience the joy of living in the Church LIVELY VIRTUES 2.30PM TUES 17 JANUARY INTERNATIONAL ROSARY FOR 1PM THE PROTECTION OF THE TO LIVE or to stay? Some LIVE HOLY MASS UNBORN translations have John the 8.PM 4PM Baptist’s disciples asking Mgr Basil THE JOURNEY HOME LIVE WALK FOR LIFE WEST Jesus ‘where are you Zeal and Patience 9PM COAST 2010 staying?’ and others have Loftus ‘where do you live?’ This is in John’s Gospel read on this Second Sunday of the another—and that certainly isn’t themselves out of the Church, but As we now begin a New Year LAY READERS’ GUIDE Church’s Year, (l:38). transient—“I am in the Father and they can’t take the Church out of we realise it is one in which we by Fr John Breslin This is not really a problem in the Father is in me,”(John 14:11). themselves. The Church is not a shall also begin a ‘Year of Faith’, a Scotland, at least in the So when the disciples ‘saw club in which one has to keep the kind of ‘Holy Year,’ promulgated Highlands, where people where He lived’ they were not rules in order to remain a by the Holy Father to begin on SUNDAY JANUARY 15 regularly ask ‘where do you surveying a piece of real-estate, member—it is a living body from October 11, the 50th anniversary Sunday 2/B. 1 Samuel 3:3-10.19. Response: Here I am Lord! I have come to do your will. Corinthians 6:13- stay?’ when they want to know but with the eyes of faith which the member draws life. of the opening of the Second 15.17-20. John 1:35-42. your home address. For me this recognising, as they later testified, Through Baptism we have Vatican Council. My prayer for all took some getting used to. In that ‘we have found the Messiah,’ become ‘a new creature an of you, and I hope your prayer for MONDAY England—where I come from, if (l:41). Jesus lived in the Father adopted son or daughter of God, me, in this coming year, can very 1 Samuel 15:16-23. Response: I will show Godʼs you haven’t guessed—to ‘stay’ and the Father lived in Him ...a partaker of the divine nature, profitably be the one which we salvation to the nation. Mark 2:18-22. somewhere indicates a temporary It is through Baptism that we, a member of Christ and co-heir pray at every Mass after the ‘Our or transient address. For instance in turn, find the Messiah, that we with him, and a temple of the Father’: “Look not on our sins, but TUESDAY ‘staying’ somewhere on holiday come to live in Him and He in us. Holy Spirit,’ (Catechism of the on the Faith of your Church.” Memorial of St Anthony. 1 Samuel 16:1-13. Response: I on a visit, but you ‘live’ in your This shared life is not Catholic Church, n1265, citing Through Baptism, and despite have found David, my servant. Mark 2:23-28. home. So later in the same theologically the same as the extensively from Paul’s first and our sins, we live—or stay—in WEDNESDAY reading, those same disciples ‘One Being’ of the Father, Son Second Letters to the that Church, and draw our 1 Samuel 17:32-33.37.40-51. Response: Blessed by the ‘went and saw where He ‘lived,’ and Holy Spirit as they live in Corinthians). That inner and strength and Salvation from the Lord, my rock. Mark 3:1-6. and ‘stayed’ with Him the rest of one another, but it is real and invisible community of ‘the fact that in the Church we are ‘the the day.’ Other translations, permanent nonetheless. It is not a members of Christ’ is linked to members of Christ’ who prayed THURSDAY however, have a more temporary or transient the external institutional Church. for us to His Father: “May they 1 Samuel 18:6-9;19:1-7. Response: In God I trust; I shall Scottish-friendly version, ‘saw arrangement. Today this is very To some extent it is manifested be one in us, as you are in me and not fear. Mark 3:7-12. where He was staying and spent important to understand, when through it, but does not depend I am in you,” (John 17:21). the rest of the day with Him.” awful scandals lead many people, on it and is not created by it. FRIDAY Whether Jesus ‘stayed’ or laity, religious and priests, to say Rather, it is the external, Mgr Basil Loftus is a priest of 1 Samuel 24:3-21. Response: Have mercy on me, god ‘lived’ there is unimportant. What that they are leaving the Church institutional Church, its laws, the Diocese of Leeds now living have mercy. Mark 3:13-19. is crucial is that the same word is because they can no longer in teaching and example, which in retirement in the North of SATURDAY used in Greek throughout the good conscience ‘stay’ or must be guided by the reality of Sutherland. He worked in Memorial of St Agnes. 2 Samuel 1:1-4.11-12.17.19.23- Gospels to denote the way that the ‘remain’ in it. But they still ‘live’ the invisible union of Christ with secretariat for English and Welsh 27. Response: Let your face shine on us, O Lord and we Persons of the Blessed Trinity in the Church, and the Church those who through Baptism are bishops in Rome during the shall be saved. Mark 3:20-21. ‘stay’ or ‘live’ in one lives in them. People can take members of his Mystical Body. Second Vatican Council Friday January 13 2012 SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER SUPPORT YOUR NATIONAL CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER CHILDREN’S LITURGY 23

Our weekly series on Children’s Liturgy has lesson plans and activity suggestions for use with young people who are on the path to Christ Each week, Catechists will find readings and Psalm responses, complemented by prayer, reflection, FAITH discussion questions, and activities. Please feel free to use them as you wish The lessons are created by Adorer-theologians using the lens of the spirituality of St Maria de Mattias, which also embraces precious blood spirituality FIRST While this is the starting point for the lessons, readers are invited to approach them however the spirit moves you The Church is concerned with the availability and understanding of scripture for children who have their rightful place in the Church. In light of this SCO aims to provide a useful tool in drawing children closer to KIDS the Catholic Faith what we are doing and follow God. two groups. One group will create a short Sometimes that means that we must stop skit using the first reading about Jonah and doing things that are mean to ourselves the people of Nineveh. The other group will Third Sunday in Ordinary or others and sometimes it means that we create a short skit using the gospel reading. must start doing things that are good. The skits should be fun as well as insightful. Time—First Reading What are some things that you do that One example would be to treat them as news The Ninevites renounced their evil ways. A reading from God might want you to stop doing? (Give broadcasts and have the newscaster the book of the prophet Jonah 3:1-5, 10 some personal examples like fighting with interview the townspeople and Jonah asking your sister, not listening to your parents, how they feel and what they think as well as The Lord spoke to Jonah and said: “Jonah, not including everyone in the game at what is going on. Have each group perform interval). their skits for each other at the end of the go to that great city of Nineveh and speak What are some things that you think class. to them for me.” God might want you to do to be a A fishing game can also be played using Jonah obeyed the Lord and went to follower of Jesus? (Give some personal fish cut out of card (non-water version) or Nineveh. The city was so large that it took examples such as smile at someone who aluminum foil (water version). Place large looks sad, call my gran to say, ‘Hi,’ help paperclips on the fish. Create ‘poles’ out of three days just to walk through it. After my Dad tidy the garden, participate at dowels, pencils, skewers, chopsticks, and so walking for a day, Jonah told the people: Mass every week, collect presents for the on, with string and magnets. On each fish “Forty days from now Nineveh will be poor and needy). write a simple act that the child who catches Keep in mind that God knows that destroyed.” that fish could do during the week to follow none of us are perfect and, just like the Jesus. Use permanent marker on the They believed God’s message and they set people of Nineveh; we will be forgiven aluminum foil if playing the water version. a time when they would all go without and loved even if we make mistakes as eating. Then everyone in the city, no matter long as we say we are sorry and try to do Prayer better. who they were, also dressed in sackcloth. Dear God, thank you for your invitation to follow you. I promise to do my best to When God saw that the people had stopped Discussion make good choices and do good things. doing evil things, He had pity on them and What does it mean to be ‘fishers of Thank you for always loving me. In Jesus’ did not destroy them, as He had said. people?’ How can you fish for people? name we pray. Amen The Word of the Lord Because God has called you to be a follower, what one thing will you promise to Responsorial Psalm Reflection stop doing this week and what one thing 25:4-5abc, 6 and 7 cd, 8-9 TODAY we hear two stories about God will you promise to do this week? (R) Teach me your ways, O Lord. calling us to follow. Jesus invites Simon, Show me your paths and teach me to fol- The Children’s Liturgy page is published one Andrew, James and John to stop what Activities low; guide me by your truth and instruct week in advance to allow RE teachers and those they are doing and fish for people. Jonah For younger children: Play follow the me. You keep me safe. tells the people of Nineveh, at God’s leader. The leader will do things like giving (R) Teach me your ways, O Lord. taking the Children’s Liturgy at weekly Masses to request, to stop the bad things that they hugs or handshakes, smiling at someone, Please, Lord, remember, you have always use, if they wish, this page as an accompaniment were doing and begin living good lives. telling someone that they are special, and so been patient and kind. Like the disciples and the people of on. Show how truly kind you are and remember to their teaching materials Nineveh, God is also inviting us to stop For older children: Divide the class into me. (R) Teach me your ways, O Lord. You are honest and merciful, and you teach sinners how to follow your path. You lead humble people to do what is right and to stay on your path. (R) Teach me your ways, O Lord. Alleluia Mark 1:15 (R) Alleluia, alleluia. The Kingdom of God is near: repent and believe the Good News! (R) Alleluia, alleluia. Gospel Repent and believe the Good News. A reading from the holy gospel according to Mark 1:14-20 After John was arrested, Jesus went to Galilee and told the Good News that comes from God. He said: “The time has come! God’s Kingdom will soon be here. Turn back to God and believe the Good News!” As Jesus was walking along the shore of Lake Galilee, He saw Simon and his brother Andrew. They were fishermen and were casting their nets into the lake. Jesus said to them: “Come with me! I will teach you how to bring in people instead of fish.” Right then the two brothers dropped their nets and went with Him. Jesus walked on and soon saw James and John, the sons of Zebedee. They were in a boat, mending their nets. At once Jesus asked them to come with Him. They left their father in the boat with the hired workers and went with Him. The Gospel of the Lord 24 CELEBRATING LIFE SUPPORT YOUR NATIONAL CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER Friday January 13 2012

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(1) St John Ogilvie Primary School in Irvine staged a wonderful performance of their own take one Christmas Nativity...’Stable Manners’ by Margaret Carpenter. Primaries 4, 5, 6 and 7 prepared for the play for several weeks, learning new songs and mastering the many arts behind delivering a professional performance. The play saw three animals with attitude and a lot to prove fighting for pride of place in the stable. However, with the birth of the Christ Child past differences are put aside as they learn the true meaning of Christmas and friendship. (2) Children at Fernhill Primary School finished term in fine fashion with a Christmas Carol service before they left for the holidays. Pictured here are the young pupils who took part in the Nativity scene during the performance. (3) Pictured are the Primary 1 pupils from St Catherine's Primary School in Gracemount at their Nativity play dress rehearsal. The children were thoroughly prepared for their two performances as the school stopped for Christmas, and were given glowing reviews by all their family and friends in the audience. (4) The children of St Paul's Primary School, Hamilton, celebrated the Christmas in style as pupils told the Christmas story to parents and friends through word and song. Primary 1/2 also helped bring alive the Christmas story, as they recreated the stable in Bethlehem St Teresa’s Choir bring some Christmas cheer to care home residents THE St Teresa’s Primary School choir braved the harsh winter weather to bring some Christmas cheer to the elderly residents of McCor- mack Gardens Centre. Pupils from the Newarthill school visited the senior citi- zens to give a performance of Celebrating the Christmas carols they had been perfecting in the run-up to Christmas. Life The residents gave the pupils Do you have a special a warm welcome before set- occasion from your tling down to enjoy the chil- dren’s performance. parish or a celebration at your school that you wish to share with the Pupils from St Teresa’s Primary SCO? If so, e-mail our School Choir pose outside local news editor McCormack Gardens Centre after Martin Dunlop: martin having brought some Christmas cheer to its residents through song @sconews.co.uk