VOL. 58, NO. 3 DIOCESE OF OAKLAND FEBRUARY 10, 2020 www.catholicvoiceoakland.org Serving the East Bay Catholic Community since 1963 Copyright 2020 ALL: DENNIS CALLAHAN/CATHOLIC SAN FRANCISCO DENNIS CALLAHAN/CATHOLIC ALL: People take part in the Walk for Life West Coast in San Francisco Jan. 25. The march and rally, in its 16th year in San Francisco, celebrates life from conception to natural death and protests the U.S. Supreme Court’s 1973 Roe v. Wade decision legalizing nationwide. Walk for Life marks progress,

LUIS CUELLAR/SPECIAL TO THE CATHOLIC VOICE LUIS THE CUELLAR/SPECIAL TO CATHOLIC hope for Luis Cuellar of Fremont took this photo of his infant son, , holding his sign during the West Coast Walk for Life Jan. 25. Mother Carolina Cuellar is holding Samuel. more change

By Christina Gray person, the first sitting U.S. president to do so, and told Father Pavone did not shy away from politics, saying Catholic News Service the gathering that “unborn children have never had a it is the only way to move the pro-life agenda forward in SAN FRANCISCO — Thousands of pro-life activists from stronger defender in the White House.” the coming election year. Red “Keep America Great” hats throughout California and beyond flooded the streets of San The same day, the Trump administration said that topped the heads of many in the crowd in front of San Francisco Jan. 25 for the annual Walk for Life West Coast, California state policies violate federal law for requiring Francisco’s City Hall. buoyed with fresh hope that next year’s event will be a cel- abortion coverage in religious groups’ health insurance “If God’s people vote pro-life, we could see one year ebration of the end of legalized abortion instead of a protest. plans — a mandate that Catholic leaders had charged from today, Planned Parenthood completely defunded,” “Wouldn’t it be great if next year we didn’t have to be “directly targeted” Catholic universities that had stopped Father Pavone said. here?” Walk for Life West Coast co-founder and organizer paying for employees’ elective . “You are the generation that is going to do it,” said the Eva Muntean asked from the event’s main stage in Civic California has 30 days to comply with federal law, Rev. Clenard Childress Jr., an African American Baptist Center Plaza where the rally and walk began. and failure to comply could threaten its federal funding, minister, who first spoke at the West Coast walk in 2005. Now in its 16th year in San Francisco, the event is an Roger Severino, director of Health and Human Services’ “Abortion and Roe v. Wade’s days are numbered.” affirmation of the right to life of the unborn and a perennial Office for Civil Rights, said in a Jan. 24 conference call Alexander K. Sample of Portland, Oregon, protest of the U.S. Supreme Court’s 1973 Roe v. Wade with reporters. gave the invocation at the start of the rally. He was decision legalizing abortion. “Momentum is on our side,” said Father Frank Pavone, standing in for San Francisco Archbishop Salvatore J. This year’s hopeful tone reflected recent victories for national director of , a national organization Cordileone, who was in Rome with a regional bishops’ the pro-life movement. A day earlier, President Donald of pro-life ministries for and laity, and one of the delegation that included Oakland Bishop C. Trump addressed the in Washington in main speakers at the Walk for Life West Coast. (continued on p. 8) Diocese presents Eucharistic Bishop’s Appeal strives to Congress on June 20 provide aid to local ministries By Michele Jurich 19-20 at the Cathedral of Christ the Light By Albert C. Pacciorini “These services alone will cost the dio- Staff writer in Oakland. Staff writer cese $7.1 million this year. The appeal helps Fewer than one-third of Catholics “With the theme ‘Stay with us, Lord!’ The Bishop’s Appeal, the annual fund- offset the cost of these ministries,” he said. believe the Eucharist is the actual Body (Lk 24:29), I invite all the faithful of our raising effort to assist Catholic ministries in (continued on p. 9) and Blood of Jesus Christ, the Pew diocese to reflect upon the centrality of the Diocese of Oakland, is launching this Research Center found in a recent poll. the Eucharist in our lives, and to reaffirm month with a goal of raising $3 million, the The majority of America’s self-identified our call to be a people nourished, fed same goal as the last two years. Catholics — 69 percent, according to and molded by the Eucharist itself — “Although we call it ‘The Bishop’s On our cover the poll — are either just as the disciples were on the road to Appeal,’ it is really Christ’s appeal,” said Francis greets Bishop ignorant or sim- Emmaus,” Bishop Barber wrote. Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ. “I express Michael C. Barber, SJ, and Very ply mistaken about The June 19 portion of the event my sincere gratitude to you and all the cler- Rev. George Mockel, , what the Catholic is designed for priests of the diocese. gy in the diocese for in the Vatican. More on Page 5 Church teaches on They will gather to hear a spiritual your support of the and Page 14. the Eucharist. talk, hear from the bishop and will pray Bishop’s Appeal.” ATD 16 “As Bishop of the with young people of the diocese, who “The Bishop’s Bishop’s Appeal ...... 1 Diocese of Oakland, will lead until 11 Appeal supports Bishop’s Column ...... 5 I find this shock- p.m. very specific minis- Classified 16 ing,” the Most Rev. This will give “a chance for the priests tries of the diocese Datelines ...... 17 Very Rev. Michael C. Barber, to pray with the young people of our — needy parishes and schools, priest Forum ...... 18 Macadaeg SJ, wrote in a letter diocese, and a chance for the young to retirement and care, seminarians, reli- News in Brief 4 to the faithful. experience the faith of our priests,” said gious education and pastoral services,” The Church 2 As part of the bishop’s response to the Very Rev. Brandon Macadaeg, explained Giles Miller, director, Major Travel 6 the findings, he has called for a dioc- of the Cathedral of Christ the Light. Gifts and Campaigns, Office for Mission esanwide Eucharistic Congress on June (continued on p. 9) Advancement. 2 — THE CATHOLIC VOICE THE CHURCH FEBRUARY 10, 2020 U.S. BISHOPS

Bishop Barber’s Schedule Feb. 11: Office meetings, Feb. 16: 3 p.m., Mass, Chancery, Oakland, banquet for Lunar New including College of Year with the Chinese Catholic Community, St. , Feb. 12: Funeral Mass for Fremont Archbishop Alexander J. Brunett, St. James Feb. 17: Bishops of Cathedral, Seattle the Province of San Francisco, El Retiro Feb. 13: Office meetings, Retreat House, Los Chancery, Oakland, Altos including Diocese of Oakland high school principals Feb. 18-24: Serving on Apostolic Visitation team, at the request Feb. 14: Office meetings, Chancery, of the Oakland MIKE BLAKE, REUTERS/CNS Feb. 25: Coast Guard Pacific Naturalized citizens leave a swearing-in ceremony in Los Angeles. Feb. 15: 10:30 a.m., Confirmation Command Ceremony, Coast Guard for Adults, Cathedral of Christ the Island, Alameda Light, Oakland Feb. 26: 12:10 p.m., Ash Wednesday Catholic leaders disappointed Feb. 16: 12:30 p.m., Mass, blessing Mass, Cathedral of Christ the Light, of new baptismal font, Holy Spirit Oakland Parish, Fremont by ruling limiting immigrant aid By Carol Zimmermann tation and family separation for seeking Catholic News Service critical support.” THE VATICAN WASHINGTON — The U.S. Conference In its 5-4 ruling, the court gave the of Catholic Bishops, Catholic Charities Trump administration the go-ahead with its USA and the Catholic Legal Immigration “public charge” rule allowing the adminis- Network, known as CLINIC, expressed tration to deny green cards to legal immi- disappointment with the Supreme Court’s grants based on their reliance on public Jan. 27 order allowing the Trump adminis- assistance such as food stamps, Medicaid tration to go forward with a new rule meant and housing vouchers. to limit immigrants’ use of government The rule was challenged by immigration benefit programs. groups and states, including California, The court’s “unprecedented ruling” in Illinois, Maryland and Washington. It was favor of the administration’s revisions to put on hold by a nationwide injunction from government policy “harms families, targets a federal district court in New York. lawful immigrants, and could prevent fami- The Supreme Court’s order reversed lies from receiving vital nutrition and hous- this injunction while legal challenges con- ing assistance,” said a Catholic Charities tinue in several federal courts. A separate USA statement. injunction still blocks the rule from being Dominican Sister Donna Markam, implemented in Illinois. president and CEO of Catholic Charities The government had argued to the USA, urged the Trump administration “to Supreme Court that it would suffer “effec- reconsider this harsh and unnecessary tively irreparable harm” if it could not policy and rescind it in its entirety.” She implement the rule while it appealed a gives a Bible to said it will impose “a chilling effect on pair of orders by a federal district court a young man at access to basic services, creating fear in New York. the end of Mass in among eligible individuals threatening The Supreme Court’s brief order said St. Peter’s Basilica family unity and stability.” it temporarily put the lower court’s rulings Jan. 26. The Mass She also said the decision in favor of on hold until the government’s appeals marked the first this policy “signals a watershed change to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd Sunday of of course from the best moments of our Circuit or even the Supreme Court, were the Word of God, American heritage of welcoming immi- resolved. a new annual grants and refugees.” In briefs urging the court to turn down celebration A USCCB statement described the the government’s request, challengers encouraging ruling as “very concerning, as it will have said the new rule was a “vast expansion” of Catholics to know an immediate and negative impact upon how the government had initially defined a

and read the Bible. MEDIA/CNS VATICAN immigrant and newcomer families.” public charge, which applied only to people The statement was issued Jan. 29 who were dependent on the government Pope meets V.P. Pence “Barbaric resurgence” by two USCCB committee chairmen: for long-term aid. They also said the gov- Archbishop Paul S. Coakley of Oklahoma ernment had not argued that it needed After Pope Francis and U.S. Vice Pope Francis condemned the “bar- City, chairman of the Committee on to enforce this rule for reasons of public President Mike Pence met privately for baric resurgence” of anti-Semitism and Domestic Justice and Human Development safety or national security. nearly an hour at the Vatican, Pence criticized the selfish indifference that and Bishop Mario E. The rule, which stems from federal told the pope that his Roman Catholic is creating the conditions for division, Dorsonville of Washington, chairman of immigration law, could prevent immigrants mother will be pleased with the visit. populism and hatred. “I will never tire the Committee on Migration. from receiving green cards, or documenta- “Thank you, Your Holiness. You have of firmly condemning every form of The bishops said the ruling will have tion certifying permanent U.S. residency, made me a hero,” said Pence, who was anti-Semitism,” the pope told a delega- “devastating consequences for immigrant if the government believes that they could raised Catholic but became an evangeli- tion from the Simon Wiesenthal Center, communities, as those impacted are cast become a public charge by their reliance cal Christian. The vice president, along an international Jewish human rights into the shadows because they fear depor- on government assistance. with his wife Karen and daughter-in-law organization based in Los Angeles that Sarah, arrived 10 minutes early for the combats hate and anti-Semitism around meeting with the pope Jan. 24. The vice the world. Meeting the delegation at the president relayed greetings from U.S. Vatican Jan. 20, the pope said, “It is trou- President Donald Trump, who met with bling to see, in many parts of the world, the pope in 2017. “I wanted to extend the an increase in a selfish indifference” warmest greeting on behalf of President that cares only about whatever is easy “Let the Catholic voice . . . be spread in every diocese, in every parish, Donald Trump who so enjoyed his visit for oneself and lacks concern for others. in every association, in every family.” here,” Pence told the pope before report- Cardinals elected — Pope Paul VI ers were ushered from the room. 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TYLER ORSBURN/CNS Defence Force reservists providing support to firefighters and communities People gather during the annual March for Life rally in Washington. in the grip of the bushfire crisis. Above, Father Kene Onwukwe, assistant pastor of Sacred Heart Church in Mosman, Australia, poses as he and other men prepare to cut down a tree damaged by a bushfire in Wonboyn on Jan. 13. Father Onwukwe is one of several chaplains with the army reserve cur- Trump welcomes rently working full time alongside soldiers supporting exhausted firefighters in the bushfire relief efforts.

pro-life commitment Summit draws youths killed six people and continues to spread, reported ucanews.org. With Lunar New WASHINGTON — U.S. Cardinal Year celebrated Jan. 25 this year, this is Catholic News Service Raymond L. Burke drew loud cheers the busiest travel season, when millions WASHINGTON — President Donald from a Washington crowd Jan. 25 when of workers head back to their villages for Trump credited attendees at the 47th he said of Roe v. Wade and Doe v. celebrations. annual March for Life for their commit- Bolton: "We intend to have these deci- ment to protect the life of unborn and sions completely repealed." In 1973, in born children. Roe and its companion case, Doe, the Catholics just quit “Together we are the voice for the Supreme Court legalized abortion on OXFORD, England — A Dutch voiceless,” Trump told tens of thousands of demand nationwide. He was a speaker at Catholic newspaper warned churches people gathered at a noontime rally Jan. the annual National Pro-Life Summit the will continue to close in the Netherlands, 24 on the National Mall. day after March for Life on the National where half of all Catholic parishes have “You stand for life each and every day. Mall. "All of us are those responsible for already been dissolved amid plummet-

You provide housing, education, jobs TYLER ORSBURN/CNS kicking forward the respect for human ing church participation. "It's never good and medical care for the women that you President Donald J. Trump speaks dur- life in our nation." The National Pro-Life to panic, but there are grave concerns serve,” the president said. ing the annual March for Life rally in Summit drew more than 3,000 high about the way things are going here," Trump was the first president to Washington. school and college students to the said Peter Doorakkers, an editor at the speak in person in the 47-year history Marriott Marquis. Organizers called it the Katholiek Nieuwsblad weekly. "It's been of the March for Life. He spoke for about potential,” Trump said. He also credited the biggest crowd they've had. hoped people would draw the obvious 10 minutes at the start of the rally and young people who made up a large portion conclusion — that if you want your before attendees began their march to the of the crowd for their commitment to life, church to stay open, you don't just need Supreme Court. “Today, as president of the saying they were “the heart of the March Public school prayer to support it financially, you also have United States, I am truly proud to stand for Life. It’s your generation that is making WASHINGTON — President Donald to attend it more. But if you look at the with you. We’re here for a very simple this a pro-life nation,” the president said, Trump announced his administration's numbers at Mass now and average ages, reason: to defend the right for every child, adding, “You are powered by prayer and new guidance on prayer in public schools it's obvious more churches will close in born and unborn, to fulfill their God-given motivated by pure unselfish love.” during a Jan. 16 event in the Oval Office the near future." on National Religious Freedom Day. — Catholic News Service Primarily, it will require states to report cases where public school students have been denied their right to pray. In a separate proposed rule, the administra- tion aims to protect the rights of religious student groups at public universities, giving them equal treatment with secular student groups.

New initiation ceremony NASHVILLE, Tennessee — After 142 years, the Knights of Columbus is pulling down a veil of secrecy that has surrounded its initiation ceremonies in an effort to better showcase the order's core principles and its drive to help Catholic men become disciples. Since its found- ing in 1882, the initiation ceremonies for

STEPHEN R. SYLVANIE, USA TODAY SPORTS VIA REUTERS/CNS SPORTS TODAY USA SYLVANIE, STEPHEN R. the first three degrees of Knights mem- Retired NBA legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna, 13, during a game bership — focused on the principles of

in Las Vegas July 27. charity, unity and fraternity — have been JOURNEY FILMS/CNS COURTESY separate and open to members only. Film tells the story Bryant relied on Catholic faith New sex trafficking of documentary Dorothy Day, whose life was to see him through tough times a series of seeming contradic- SAN DIEGO — A powerful new docu- tions, might be bemused at Catholic News Service shared how they’ve been inspired by mentary on sex trafficking, shown in this one: The DVD version of a CALABASAS, Calif. — As the world Kobe’s humility. select theaters Jan. 23 only and then for documentary about her life has, mourned the loss of basketball great Kobe Besides Sunday Mass, the 41-year-old a month at churches that sign up to host more than a month before the Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna star was also known to drop by Our Lady a screening, makes its intentions clear film reaches the PBS airwaves, and seven others killed in a tragic heli- Queen of Angels (also where his younger from the outset. "Blind Eyes Opened: made it to the top spot on the copter crash Jan. 26, many recalled how daughters were baptized) and other The Truth About Sex Trafficking in Amazon documentary sales Bryant gave much credit to his Catholic nearby parishes to attend daily Mass or America" begins with this scriptural pas- chart. Day was co-founder of faith for seeing him through the bad times simply to pray in church. sage from : "to open eyes that are the Catholic Worker Movement. and strengthening his marriage and family. A shooting guard, Bryant was drafted blind, to free captives from prison and Martin Doblmeier, who made Much has been made about Bryant’s into the NBA at age 17 and played his to release from the dungeon those who the film, is fully aware of the Catholic faith, especially his frequent entire 20-season career with the Los sit in darkness." Information on the film many contradictions in Day’s attendance at Mass in Orange County, Angeles Lakers. He entered the NBA is available at www.BlindEyesOpened. life and legacy, having spent two where he lived with his wife and four directly from high school and won five com. years assembling the documen- children, and the role his faith played in Born in Philadelphia Aug. 23, 1978, tary. “She’s a very traditional saving his once-troubled marriage during Bryant was raised a Catholic and as a Catholic. She’s not a religious his NBA career. youth lived for a while in Italy. He and Chinese churches leftist, as Sojourners founder Jim Bryant was seen praying inside the his wife, Vanessa, married at St. Edward suspend activities Wallis says in the film but is com- church before the 7 a.m. Mass at their in Dana Point, California, fortable with that. But she has to home parish of Our Lady Queen of Angels and raised their children Catholic. Bryant HONG KONG — Some churches be called a political and social in Newport Beach the morning of the is survived by his wife and three other in China have suspended community radical. That’s a dangerous com- crash, Angeles News reported. Priests daughters. Gianna, also known as “GiGi,” activities, including Mass, over fears of bination,” Doblmeier said. assigned to that parish over the years was the couple’s second oldest daughter. the deadly coronavirus that has already FEBRUARY 10, 2020 THE CATHOLIC VOICE — 5 Flock of bishops encounter pastoral Pope Francis

By Michele Jurich The pope offered advice Staff writer on seminarians: “Get young “I’m one of your Jesuits,” Bishop Barber men that are well balanced, told Pope Francis, as he moved through have good personality, that the receiving line during his “ad limina” visit play sports,” Bishop Barber to Rome on Jan. 27. said, and cautioned them to Some teasing from the pope ensued. be careful when considering The bishop introduced then his vicar applicants who have been in general. “This is Father Mockel and he’s a seminary previously. a normal priest.” On staffs, make sure you The “ad limina” visit has three require- have good priests and also ments: pray at the tombs of the Apostles make sure some women Peter and Paul, St. John and St. Paul, and are teaching in the seminar- a meeting with the pope. ies. “Half the people you’re The pope blessed the priests who going to be ministering to are accompanied the bishops. “Always stay women,” he said. Women may close to your bishop,” he told them, in have some insights into the words the bishops could hear. young men. Then they departed and the party of “We talked about politics bishops of Region XI, which included and the church’s social teach- retired bishops and numbered more than ing,” Bishop Barber said. The 30, sat down with the Holy Father. bishops said they receive criti- “He took us into his confidence,” Bishop cism from people who belong Barber said. “That’s what really impressed to both political parties for not me: the level of his answers to questions; siding with them on social

how smart he was on the different issues; MEDIA/CNS VATICAN issues. and how different his responses were to Pope Francis greets Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ. “I’m one of your Jesuits,” he told the pope. “Don’t reduce the Church’s us than what you read in the press or in teaching to politics,” the pope blogs, which are usually critical. The way bishops asked questions in Spanish, which contact with Christ exposed in the Blessed told them. “Keep our eyes fixed on Christ. he explained things to us, his answers the pope answered in Italian. Sacrament, their lives are changed, they’re We don’t speak as politicians but we speak were very Catholic but very kind.” The bishops did not take notes, and visibly moved. He encouraged us to have as Christians.” “We could ask anything. Anything was no recording devices were allowed at the Holy Hours and Exposition and teach the At the end of the meeting, which encom- on the table. No hierarchy. Anyone could meeting. young about Adoration.” passed three hours, including receptions, raise their hand.” Among the topics discussed were Then Pope Francis flashed back to the Pope Francis told the bishops: “Stay close Archbishop Jose H. Gomez of Los some dear to Bishop Barber, such as effect Adoration had on him and his young to your priests. Return their calls within 24 Angeles, senior member of the delegation, prayer and how to keep young people parishioners when he was a pastor. to 48 hours. If they request to meet you, served as moderator for the discussion. active in the church. “His life didn’t start in 2013 when he make it within 24 to 48 hours. Just as I have “The pope said, ‘I’m going to be speak- “He stressed Adoration,” Bishop Barber was made pope,” Bishop Barber said. “He done with you, where we sat down and had ing to you in Italian,’’’ Bishop Barber said. said. “This is very important. It’s growing in had a whole pastoral background that he discussion, this is a model for you to do with An English translator assisted. Some the church. When young people come in often referred to in his talks with us.” your priests.” Pope, bishops discuss political polarization in the church Catholic News Service for the pope “how as a society, you know, VATICAN CITY — Catholics need to be we’re more and more divided, and people on guard against allowing the angry rheto- attack each other.” ric that comes from a polarized society, Pope Francis said something similar is especially in an election year, to seep into “sometimes happening in the church when discussions about the life of the church, different factions try to find something to Pope Francis told a group of U.S. bishops. attack people on personally, and so the Thirty-three bishops, auxiliary bish- Holy Father spoke about this politicization ops and retired bishops from California, of pastoral life,” Archbishop Cordileone Nevada and Hawaii met Pope Francis for said. more than 2½ hours Jan. 27. The bishops “We are constantly challenged to

were making their “ad limina” visits to get the message across that we’re not HARING/CNS PAUL report on the status of their a political party and we Thirty-three bishops and their aides from California, Nevada and Hawaii were dioceses to the pope and don’t follow a political in Rome Jan. 24-Feb. 4 for the regular “Ad Limina” report to the pope. More Vatican . More about Ad Limina, platform with the issues,” available at facebook.com/TheCatholicVoice. Oakland Bishop Michael see p. 14 the archbishop said. “On C. Barber, SJ, and the vicar some issues, one party is who told them “how it’s important for all of on the issue is found not only in the United general, Very Rev. George more favorable to what we us in the church to be open and welcome States but in many parts of the world. Mockel, were among the groups making understand is for the common good and, immigrants.” “He insisted to us that it is important to their ad limina visits. on other issues, another party might be The pope, he said, “gave us some ideas see the need for dialogue between people Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone of more favorable.” on how to continue helping people to under- and to understand that we all are children San Francisco, a former Oakland bishop, Pope Francis told the bishops “that in a stand the reality of immigration,” but also of God,” Archbishop Gomez told Catholic said the topics included: youth and young political system where there are only two spoke about how increasing polarization News Service. adult ministry, Marian devotion, the clerical parties, there’s more of a tendency to be sexual abuse crisis, marriage and family this way,” the archbishop said. “He wasn’t life, migration, how to be a good bishop, picking on us because as, he said, it’s SAN DAMIANO political divisions within the United States the same thing in Argentina, where they and how some of that divisive rhetoric is have a two-party system, and he sees it seen within the church as well. happening in his country.” RETREAT Some bishops “brought up the polariza- Archbishop Jose H. Gomez of Los tion in society and how this is affecting the Angeles said the issue of migration was LifeSHIFT: Work & the Christian Journey church,” he said. One bishop described among the topics discussed with the pope, J. Briggs & Dr. Bachhuber, 2/28 – 3/1 Lenten Happenings: Ash Wednesday Day of Renewal, 2/26 Stations of the Cross, Saturdays 2/29 – 4/4 Book Series “Tree Full of Angels” 3/3 – 4/7 Taize Prayer, Wednesdays 3/4 – 4/1 Lenten Day of Renewal: My God and My All Fr. Rusty Shaughnessy OFM, 3/17

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By Bill Ford too scared even to try out. I am thankful Special to The Catholic Voice for having this opportunity to grow up as Greeted by her cheering St. Elizabeth a volleyball player and having amazing CYO volleyball teammates, Ashley coaches.” Carreño Marroquin has been awarded In her letter of recommendation, one of the 2020 Marty Mart CYO Volleyball Ashley’s “amazing coaches,” former coach Scholarship. and St Elizabeth CYO athletic director The award was presented to Ashley Paula Garcia, wrote, “Ashley is an extraor- at the special Mass before the recent Jim dinary young lady with a heart of gold. Her Negri Girls’ CYO Volleyball tournament. strong Catholic and family values help her Victoria Mart Larsen, daughter of the late to guide herself, siblings, classmates and Marty Mart, presented the award on behalf friends in the right direction. I have seen of the Diocese of Oakland CYO. Ashley grow from a quiet little girl to a Ashley is an eighth-grader, active at strong player and leader whom others look both her school, St. Elizabeth, Oakland, up to and respect.” and in her parish, St. Anthony-Mary Help Ashley is the 17th recipient of this of Christians, Oakland. At school, in addi- scholarship, awarded annually to an tion to playing CYO volleyball and bas- outstanding eighth-grade CYO girls’ ketball, she is a member of the student volleyball player. Candidates submit council team and the student mediation an application with reflections on their team. In her parish, she has been serving “athletic abilities, sportsmanship, and as an for the past six years. the effects of their CYO participation on She also participated as a dancer in the their daily life and their faith.” They are local Baile Folklorico group. also asked to provide a reference from

The annual scholarship is not based an adult significant in their life. The top VOICE BILL THE FORD/SPECIAL TO CATHOLIC on volleyball skills but on the candidates’ candidates are invited to interview with Ashley Carreño Marroquin with father and coach José Carreño, Paula Garcia expression of Christian values experi- the scholarship committee. Ashley is one (St. Elizabeth CYO athletic director) and mother Griselda Marroquin Carreño. enced in CYO sports, the ability to work of the many outstanding young people with teammates and with other teams and playing in the CYO program. funded entirely through private donations participating in any of the Oakland dio- in exhibiting Christian values on and off This scholarship is named in honor and by donations from the CYO leagues. cese CYO sports. Information on these of the court. of Marty Mart, former assistant diocesan Ashley has applied to attend a Catholic scholarships will be posted later at www. “My experience playing in the CYO CYO director, a volleyball coach and a high school next fall. oakandcyo.org. organization has been exhilarating,” referee, who passed away in 2002. The Additional scholarships, the Bill Ford Ashley wrote in her essay. “Volleyball has scholarship of $1,000 is used to help CYO Scholarships, will be awarded this (Bill Ford is the director of Catholic Youth changed my life in many ways; at first I was support the awardee’s education and is May to three eighth-grade CYO players Organization for the Diocese of Oakland.) Rite of Acolyte instituted for 16 candidates Staff report handling sacred vessels and preparing Sixteen candidates in the formation the altar for the Liturgy of the Eucharist. program for permanent were They also may serve as ministers of Holy instituted into the Rite of Acolyte by Communion. Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, at a Mass In 2018, the candidates were instituted on Jan. 11 at Church of Santa Maria in into the Rite of Lector. Orinda. The candidates have completed their The 16 men — Paul Abenoja, Jorge academic work and each has served his Aragon, Laurento (Larry) Aseo, Juan six-month Justice and Charity internship. Bermudez, Alberto Cruz, Leland DeFrates, That work was completed in a variety of Alexander Ebarle, Robert Falco, Benjamin settings, including working with seniors Lai, (Peter) Nixon, Sumner Peery, at St. Mary’s Center in Oakland; with Arsenio Reyes, Frederick Seril, Dominic veterans at the Livermore VA Hospital; in Tarantino, Paul Turek III and Raymond hospital chaplaincy programs in Eastern

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By Michele Jurich The pro-life stance is Staff writer not necessarily welcome While the Walk for Life West Coast draws tens of in congregations. Pastor thousands of supporters to San Francisco’s public square, Walter Moss of Canton the turnout for the StandUp4Life rally in Oakland’s public Ohio, sees that chang- square is significantly smaller in number. But as the only ing. The Church of God in African-American-led pro-life event in the United States Christ he noted, adopted in January, its significance is great. a sancity of life resolution Championed by Rev. Walter Hoye of the East Bay- late last year. The church based Issues4Life Foundation, the rally and walk, held has 6.5 million members this year on Jan. 24, seek to end abortion by raising nationwide.

awareness of the impact of abortion on Black America. The speakers were VOICE MICHELE JURICH/THE CATHOLIC ALL: Bearers of the pro-life message in African-American inspired, too, by hearing the A walk through downtown Oakland follows the StandUp4Life rally Jan. 24 at churches say their journey can be a lonely one, but gath- broadcast of the president’s Frank Ogawa Plaza in Oakland. address earlier that morning at the March for Life in Washington, DC. She has also been able to “take it, use it and do Pastor Moss, author of “Why I am a Pro-Life something with it.” Pastor,” sees an additional reason to hope. “My heart aches for the church of America,” Pastor “Young people,” he said, “their love for God Moss told the crowd, “the teachers who are not crying and love for life. They realize they’re missing their out for the most innocent, for our babies in the womb.” peers. I’m starting to see them rise up,” he said. Pastor Bruce Rivers of Mount Moriah First Baptist Pastor Moss said his trip to the West Coast for Church in Dos Palos told the crowd, “Whenever a woman the two rallies and walks was made possible by gets pregnant, do you not think that God has a plan for the Knights of Columbus at St. Benedict Parish in that child?” Canton, Ohio, who sponsor an annual dinner to “God doesn’t make anybody without a purpose,’ said support his pro-life work. Rev. Clenard H. Childress of Montclair, New Jersey, and The hourlong rally, on Frank Ogawa Plaza in founder of blackgenocide.org. The legalization of abortion front of Oakland City Hall, began with an uplift- is counter to God’s will. “We have circumvented the right ing song of worship by Minister Jocelyn Golden, to life and say we are God.” as is its custom. This year, she offered personal “It’s going to take we, the people to turn it around,” testimony. he said. She had an abortion in the 1970s, after she had Among the millennials in the crowd of about 100 was been raped. “I had to be pro-choice to protect what Joshua Tejiri. “It was so amazing,” he said of the rally. “It Rev. Clenard Childress, founder of blackgenocide.org, speaks I did,” she said. “Back in the ‘70s it was a blob of tugged at my heart.” to about 100 people gathered for the annual rally and walk tissue. It could not be a human being.” Spureal Williams, “a retired Navy man” came to the She overcame her “shame and grief,” she said, rally from his home in St. Petersburg, Florida. He spends erings such as Rev. Hoye’s rally and walk provide them a by asking God to forgive her. “If I had known I never would time weekly at the churches in his city, and in front of time to get together to support each other. The speakers have killed my child,” she said. “A peace I’ll never be able abortion clinics. “I tell women, ‘God put me here to tell at the Jan. 24 rally were four black ministers. to explain poured over me. I was able to forgive myself.” you He loves you.’” Helping pregnant women in distress Walk for Life ... (continued from p. 1) By Michele Jurich to 350 mothers over the years, has been in taught from our Project training Staff writer the form of clothing, car seats and strollers. our mission and most importantly God’s, Barber, SJ, for their “ad limina” visit When Carlos and Maritza Balladares But a mother the Gabriel Project is is to express to her that we would provide with Vatican officials and Pope Francis. retired from the city and county of San currently helping may have come to the her with assistance in every way possible “We pray the day would come Francisco three years ago, they were Ballardareses through a more direct route, if she decided to keep her child. Through soon that we would not have to gather seeking, he said, an opportunity “to keep and with greater needs. prayer and faith in our Lord, later her heart together like this,” Archbishop Sample us busy and give back to the community.” Two men were praying outside the softened and she opted to keep her child.” said. They found that opportunity with the Planned Parenthood clinic one Friday The Balladares’ work was just begin- A feature of the event was Kathy Gabriel Project, which lets afternoon when a cry- ning. “We went to Martinez with her and Folan’s story about placing her baby pregnant mothers who ing woman approached got her enrolled in prenatal care,” he said. boy with adoptive parents after she face difficulties know that The Gabriel Project them. Because she There was the WIC nutrition program to became pregnant after a sexual assault they are not alone. The of Northern California, already had a child, and enroll in, and additional services available. when she was a college student. Gabriel Project at Queen 800-910-0191 they lacked documents “My wife was 32 years in social service “Why should he be put to death for of All Saints Parish in to remain in this coun- and public health,” he said. “She has the someone else’s crime?” Folan asked. Concord was in need of try, she told them she experience to navigate the system.” Some in the crowd dabbed their a coordinator. thought her only choice was to have an When the pregnant mother’s nausea eyes as Folan, who is family and “We decided to take on coordinating,” abortion. caused her to miss work for several weeks, youth ministries director at St. Dominic he said. “It’s been a wonderful experience. The two men gave her assurances the parish’s St. conference Parish, talked about her decision. Some This is truly our mission: to help women there was help for her. They gave her the assisted with rent. openly sobbed when her 28-year-old who are distressed.” Gabriel Project 800 number.Her call was The expectant mother, he said, “has son, Nathan Sullivan, joined her on In addition to calls directly to its toll-free referred to Maritza and Carlos Balladares. recently expressed her desire to convert stage. number ­— 800-910-0191 — the Gabriel Maritza made the call to the distressed from Anglican to Catholicism, which has “How I was conceived doesn’t define Project also receives referrals from other woman. been the faith of her mother and family. who I am,” Sullivan said. “What has community organizations, such as health “We went to her home that evening and She also wants her baby baptized, who formed me is the courageous choice clinics and crisis centers. spent a couple of hours with her praying to will born in June of this year. This has of my birth mother and my adoptive He estimates most of that help, to 300 comfort her,” Carlos said. “As we have been been joyful news for us. Praise our Lord!” parents.” 40 Days for Life to hold vigils in Concord, Walnut Creek By Michele Jurich “He cared so much about the women Staff writer 40 Days for Life Sign up for hours: 40daysforlife.com/ going in there and losing their children,” The 40 Days for Life campaign, which CONCORDCA she said. “I would like to see it closed in begins on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 6, adds Kick-off: Andrew’s honor.” one more location in the Diocese of Feb. 23, 7 p.m., St. Mary Gym, 1198 Walnut Creek: For Anne-Martine Moore, pro-life is the Oakland this year. Bont Lane, Walnut Creek Outside Planned Parenthood, obvious choice. Volunteers will keep peaceful, prayer- 1357 Oakland Blvd., Walnut Creek “It’s so obvious that abortion is killing a ful vigil outside the Planned Parenthood Concord: 7 a.m.-7 p.m. daily, except Sundays, human,” she said. “Two people go in. One in Concord, as well as the Planned Outside Planned Parenthood, 2185 Feb. 26-April 5 comes out. Someone is dead.” Parenthood in neighboring Walnut Creek. Pacheco St., Concord. 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Contact: friendsforlifetrivalley@gmail. She understands that the needs of The vigil, which begins Feb. 26 and daily, except Sundays, Feb. 26-April 5 com, 925-984-7602 pregnancy can be difficult, but abortion is ends on April 5, is part of an international Contact: friendsforlifeconcord@gmail. Sign up for hours: 40daysforlife.com/ not the answer. Her family has also been effort to offer alternatives to abortion. com, 925-595-0401 WALNUTCREEK involved with the Gabriel Project, bringing “As we approach the 25th anniversary five pregnant women into their home to of Pope Saint John Paul II’s Evangelium await births over the years. Vitae, I would like to invite you to take a a difficult pregnancy to know they have taking on the responsibility of staffing the The more-seasoned Walnut Creek 40 stand defending the lives of the unborn,” support and an alternative to abortion,” vigil, which requires volunteers to be pres- Days for Life group has been generous in Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, said in a Bishop Barber wrote. ent for 12 hours a day, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., sharing ideas and assisting the newcom- Jan. 22 letter, the Day of Prayer for the “This Lent please consider participat- six days a week. ers, Moore said. Legal Protection of Unborn Children, to the ing in the peaceful and prayerful 40 Days “Andrew prayed before that Planned A kickoff rally for the vigils in both “priests, deacons and laity of the Diocese for Life Vigils at the Walnut Creek and Parenthood for all those years,” she said Concord and Walnut Creek will be at 7 of Oakland” and “to all people of good will.” Concord Planned Parenthood locations.” of her son, Andrew Moore, who was hit by p.m. Feb. 23 at St. Mary Gym, 1198 Bont “We are called to be a voice that calls The Concord vigil coordinator, Anne- a car and killed in 2012 during a pro-life Lane, Walnut Creek. Rev. James Moore, out to mothers and fathers struggling with Martine Moore, has a special intention in walk in Indiana. He was 20. OP, will be the featured speaker. FEBRUARY 10, 2020 THE CATHOLIC VOICE — 9

Eucharistic Congress ... Eucharistic Congress 2020 (continued from p. 1) June 20, 2020 “In this generation, the love for Eucharist and The Cathedral of Christ the Light Eucharistic Adoration is prevalent,” he said. In parishes 2121 Harrison St., Oakland he has served and introduced Eucharistic Adoration, he Masses, speakers, prayer and procession has seen its transformative effective on young people https://oakdiocese.org/eucharistic-congress and families. The next day, June 20, will be a day of prayer, speakers and Masses, in both English and Spanish, with a public Bishop Barber and about 100 people from the diocese, procession of the Blessed Sacrament on the streets including priests, religious and lay people. bordering the cathedral. What can a Eucharistic Congress bring to the Diocese A committee of priests, deacons and lay people have of Oakland? planned a Saturday event to engage and inspire the “We know we will succeed when we build a culture of faithful. prayer around the diocese,” Father Macadaeg said. “The The day will begin at 9 a.m. with a talk in English culture of prayer,” he said, “that’s where happen. by Franciscan University-educated evangelist Michael That’s where the Spirit begins to move.“ Gormley from Texas, followed by Mass celebrated by The Eucharistic Congress committee has put together Bishop Barber. resources for prayer, such as how to conduct a Holy Hour. After the Mass, Congress attendees will begin a The materials are available at https://oakdiocese.org/ procession that will depart the cathedral to carry the eucharistic-congress. Eucharist around the city blocks bordering the cathe- “We do ask people to pray for the success of the dral. Those planning to attend the Spanish-language Congress,” he said. Some parishes will conduct a Holy track are invited to the cathedral plaza to take part in Hour for the intentions of the Congress. the procession. Those unable to attend the Eucharistic Congress, The procession will mark the end of the English- he suggested, might be able to spend an hour of Adoration language track. Jesse Romero, author, radio host and in their own parish. “Be with us in that regard,” he said. evangelist, will address the Spanish-speaking audience The congress provides an opportunity for the diocese in the cathedral. Bishop Barber will follow Romero’s talk to become a “powerhouse of prayer,” he said. “Here’s a by celebrating Mass in Spanish. chance for us to do this.” Volunteers will be needed for hospitality and in assist- Father Macadaeg noted that Bishop Barber’s request ing with the procession. Assistance is being sought for prayers during Advent were well received. A culture of from the Order of and the Knights of Columbus. prayer across the diocese could grow from that. Children who have received their First Communion in “Can we pray for each other, although we may not 2020 are invited to attend wearing their garments from be in each other’s presence, or know who each other

that special day. are?” Father Macadaeg said. “An intentional group of VOICE CATHOLIC PACCIORINI/THE C. ALBERT Father Macadaeg attended the International disciples praying with each other, for it each other. It’s Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, at the consecration Eucharistic Congress in the Philippines in 2016, along with powerful.” during the Palm Sunday Mass, 2019.

Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, will cel- obligation to restrict these funds for the 24 Hours ebrate the closing Mass at 5:30 p.m. Feb. Appeal ... stated case items under both law 29 at Most Holy Rosary Church, 1313 A and civil law,” he said. St., Antioch. (continued from p. 1) The theme for the appeal is the same for the Lord This is the fifth year the Diocese of “Jesus Christ promised us at His as last year, Rebuild My Church, a phrase Oakland has observed 24 Hours for the Ascension: ‘I will be with you all days inspired by St. . Lord. until the end of the ages.’ If Christ has In his letter, the bishop listed a few of returns for Lent “It helps people pray and to encounter helped you and your family, if He has the programs aided by the Bishop’s Appeal the Lord, and the Lord to encounter them,” been generous to you, will you consider in 2019: Staff report Bishop Barber said. “That’s the purpose sharing some of the blessings you have • 600 Catechumens, under instruction from 24 Hours for the Lord will be observed in of the church: to make the place where received with Christ and His Church?” September to April, entered the Catholic the Diocese of Oakland Feb. 28-29. people can be with Jesus, and He can be asked Bishop Barber in a letter to East Church at Easter. Six parishes — Most Holy Rosary in with them. Through prayer, but also their Bay Catholics. • More than 700 religious education teach- Antioch; St. in Concord; Holy hearts are moved to go into confession to In 2019, the appeal raised $2.7 mil- ers attended the Diocesan Catechetical Spirit in Fremont; St. Elizabeth in Oakland; encounter Him more personally by having lion with more than 8,100 individuals Congress. St. in San Ramon; and St. Mark their sins washed away, which is why he making a contribution through Dec. • More than 2,000 young people received in Richmond — have announced plans to came on Earth. The priest reminds us of 31. More than 40 percent of the par- the Sacrament of Confirmation. observe 24 Hours for the Lord. this when he says the words of consecra- ishes met or exceeded their individual • A Youth Conference allowing 700 people During this time, participating church- tion over the chalic..” goals. to grow in their faith. At the end of that es will be open, with opportunities for As his schedule permits, the bishop “For most of us, our experience of weekend, 98 young men and women Eucharistic Adoration and the Sacrament drops by the parishes during the 24 hours Church is at our parish. The Church is, came forward to declare they were open of Reconciliation. Most will observe the to pray along with parishioners and thank however, much more than that,” Miller to a religious vocation. 24 hours beginning at 5 p.m. Feb. 28 and pastors. explained. • The Franciscan of the Renewal ending at 5 p.m. the next day. Check the “That encourages me,” he said. The operating budget for the diocese – who serve the materially poor, most adjoining list for specific times at each par- He has found the 24 hours to be sup- is approximately $17.5 million, and especially the destitute and homeless – ish. For additional information on reconcili- ported as a grass-roots effort, with families of that, the budget for diocesan-wide arrived in Oakland to open a friary and ation times, contact the parish. and people from all ages and walks of life ministries and services is roughly $7.1 minister here. participating. million. While income is generated • Tuition was paid for 18 young men study- “I went to St. Mark’s Richmond to support the budget through parish ing in seminary to serve you as future 24 Hours for the Lord at dawn,” he recalled of one such assessments, rent collection on prop- priests. visit. “So many people in the erty, service fees and interest on the • Medical bills to care for priests whose Participating Parishes: church. There was a huge line at diocesan investments, the income does treatments were not covered by insur- Most Holy Rosary Parish both confessionals. People were not fully meet the budgetary needs for ance were paid. 1313 A St., Antioch taking their children to touch the providing all diocesan ministries, pro- • And at the diocese’s largest event, more 925-757-4020 altar,” he said. grams and services, Miller said. than 6,000 faithful marched in a seven- 5 p.m. Feb. 28-5 p.m. Feb. 29 He saw families, and working The Bishop’s Appeal is an annual mile pilgrimage through East Oakland Bilingual closing Mass people, including a painter dressed appeal to generate funds needed to to the cathedral to honor Our Lady of at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 29 for work who was in line for con- cover the costs of these ministries, Guadalupe. fession. programs and services. The appeal kicks off this month, with He found hospitality there as Miller stressed the funds raised are mailings and presentations, and showings Holy Spirit Parish well. “In the parking lot, they had used only for the specified ministries. of an explanatory video in English and 37588 Fremont Blvd., Fremont coffee, pan dulce, chocolate,” he “The diocese has both a legal and moral Spanish. At the end of February, Catholics 510-797-1660 said. “These are things that bring will be asked to make a commitment by 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 28 us together.” filling out pledge cards. with break for Stations of the Cross The first year, the events were Bishop’s Appeal “By sharing our talent and treasure with and Mass, 9 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Feb. 29 centralized at the Cathedral of our sisters and brothers, we are making Christ the Light; in succeeding See the video: oakdiocese.org/ a sacrifice and returning to God a small St. Bonaventure Parish years, they have become parish- bishops-appeal portion of the many gifts He has given to 5562 Clayton Road, Concord based. us,” said Miller. 925-672-5800 Pope Francis initiated “24 Hours 9 a.m. Feb 28-9 a.m. Feb. 29 for the Lord” in the Bull of Indiction In the chapel of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy, which he announced in Full Service Printing and Publications St. Elizabeth Parish 2015. 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On May 25, three men will be ordained to the priest- hood at the Cathedral of Christ the Light in Oakland. They are Rev. Mr. Jimmy Macalinao; Rev. Mr. Jose and request a quote stress the primacy of prayerful Arturo Bazan; and Rev. Mr. Mario Rizzo. Not only does the date mark the fifth anniversary of the ordination and installation of Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, who will ordain the three who will serve as diocesan priests, May 24 is Deacon Rizzo’s birthday and May 26 is the day Deacon Bazan was baptized. St. Mark Parish And, in a first for the Diocese of Oakland, a permanent deacon is being ordained to the priesthood. listening to God’s word, especially “I am blessed and thankful to be given an opportunity as the first single permanent deacon ordained priest in our diocese,” said Deacon Macalinao, who has stud- ied for the priesthood at Pope John XXIII Seminary in Massachusetts. 159 Harbour Way, Richmond He had been in diaconate formation for five years, and after ordination on Nov. 16, 2013, served as a deacon his prophetic word. The mercy of for two years at St. Joseph Basilica Parish in Alameda. “I really enjoyed my diaconal ministry because I had many occasions to serve those in need in different situations. Through my involvement in various ministries

ALBERT C. PACCIORINI/THE CATHOLIC VOICE CATHOLIC PACCIORINI/THE C. ALBERT it helped me to accompany people in their joys and St. School in Martinez is one of the seven elementary schools to be part of the Lumen struggles,” he said. 510-234-5886 Christi Academies. But he felt the call to do something more. God is a proclamation made to the “My call to priesthood was inspired by a power- ful question that awakened my mind and pierced my heart: “Why don’t you do more?” This urgent call was nourished and fortified by prayers and my encounters of those people who were suffering, especially the sick at Lumen Christi Academies hospitals and convalescent homes.(Continued Moved byon thePage Holy 14.) in San Leandro and four at St. Jarlath School in Oakland Spirit to serve in a special way as a priest, I applied in Noon Feb. 28 to noon Feb. 29 — give him firsthand knowledge of the challenges school world, a proclamation which each leaders face. By Michele Jurich “There’s so many responsibilities, so many balls you’re get firstStaff writer executive director juggling, sometimes those responsibilities will pull you away from the magic that happens in the classroom,” he Rodney Pierre-Antoine is the founding executive direc- said. “I look at Lumen Christi Academies as an opportunity tor of the new Lumen Christi Academies, a network of for the whole to strengthen and support the individual seven elementary schools within the Diocese of Oakland. schools and school leaders.” Christian is called to experience at “Rodney’s deep faith and commitment to Catholic edu- In his role of executive director, Pierre-Antoine will Deacon cation will help us create a sustainable, thriving network be able to tell the story of Lumen Christi Academies to Deacon Rizzo potential partners and stewards in the mission. Bazan so all our children can receive the very best academic “Part of my role is to reach out to the broader com- Deacon and faith formation,” Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, said Macalinao in announcing the appointment on May 9. munity to find benefactors and foundations who see this Pierre-Antoine, who has served as a Catholic educator as a transformative model, to see our programming as Ordination in the East Bay Area for most of his career, began work innovative, and who continue to support our efforts to May 25, 7 p.m. For exact confession times, please check in his new role May 14. make our schools stronger.” When: The Cathedral of Christ the Light, 2121 21093 Forbes Avenue, Hayward, CA 94545 first hand,” the pope said. In addition to his years in the Oakland diocese, Pierre- “I am passionate about my com- Where: Rev. Mr. Jimmy Macalinao, Rev. Mr. mitment to co-creating an exceptional, Antoine served as director of the Notre Dame ACE Harrison St., Oakland Academies, a national network. To be ordained: Christ-centered community for stu- ”We are ready to Launch Lumen Christi Academies,” dents and families,” Pierre-Antoine José Arturo Bazan, Rev. Mr. Mario Rizzo said. “I am excited about this oppor- he said. “We’re looking for partners who will walk with us Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, presiding tunity to lead the launch of the Lumen in this ministry, who will support the initiatives that have Christi Academies, an innovative Pierre-Antoine been developed, and the mission that will continue to be parish websites or contact parishes directly The Vatican will observe 24 developed. model of Catholic education that can Phone 510-887-5656 • www.folgergraphics.com Part of being innovative, he said, “is that you’re seeking serve as a thriving example of excel- See charts Page 11. continual improvement.” lence for our Church.” on That growth requires an investment not only of time, On our cover The seven schools in the Lumen St. Catherine of Siena parishioners mounted a Christi Academies are: Queen of but funding for professional development, tools and cur- huge procession through downtown Martinez on riculum. All Saints, Concord; St. Anthony, “There’s going to be a need to fund the innovation that April 28 to mark the parishes’ 145th anniversary. Oakland; St. Catherine of Siena, More on Page 6. Hours for the Lord March 20-21. Martinez; St. Cornelius, Richmond; is taking place,” he said. Visiting the schools is next on his calendar. St. Elizabeth, Oakland; St. Paul, San Pablo; and St. Peter “Right now, my priority is to get to know the schools,” ATD...... 12 Martyr, Pittsburg. Classified...... 12 Pierre-Antoine is brimming with enthusiasm for Lumen he said, adding that he would be meeting with principals Datelines ...... 13 Christi Academies. “The mission is one that brings stu- and pastors in the coming weeks. Before the end of the Forum ...... 15 dents closer to Christ, helping them realize their gifts and school year, he said he plans to meet families at each of the schools. News in Brief ...... 4 talents, helping them realize the gifts and talents come The academies offer the opportunity to explore: How from above, and they are responsible to utilize those gifts Obituaries ...... 12 can we learn from one another? Seniors ...... 10-11 to serve others,” he said. “This gives us a chance to leverage the expertise and Its mission statement, he said, “aligns so well with The Church...... 2 the wisdom of the collective in a more strategic way than everything I’ve always been about as a Catholic school Travel ...... 7 educator: to form scholars who will be leaders for tomor- we have in the past,” he said. Lumen Christi Academies row.” provide “a great opportunity to become a more robust, “I’m on fire for the mission,” the new executive direc- progressive learning community.” Lumen Christ Academies are embracing the growth tor said. “My is to steward the mission forward, to be a champion for that mission, to support principals in mindset, Pierre-Antoine said. “Where we are today is not their school community in realizing that mission, while where we are going to be tomorrow.” spreading the good news of what’s happening at each of these schools.” Pierre-Antoine’s service as a principal in the Diocese of Oakland for eight years — four at St. Felicitas School 10 — THE CATHOLIC VOICE FEBRUARY 10, 2020 Weddings and Anniversaries Ministry of the wedding Three generations marry in same church, same wedding dress soloist: beauty, joy, praise By Christine Bordelon Catholic News Service By Michele Jurich NEW ORLEANS — Southerners Staff writer hold their traditions close to their “I feel honored and joyous when I sing hearts. for a wedding, to give them my blessings That explains why Gabrielle through my singing,” said Christine Cosbey. Campo Hillman already knew what “I want to bless them and their marriage dress she would wear for her wed- through these songs.” ding last year: a hand-sewn gown The soprano, whose musical talents first worn by her grandmother, were nurtured through her youth at St. Gayle Brack Kopelman, in 1961, Monica Parish in Moraga, embraces the and then by her mother, Tammy beauty of liturgical music. Kopelman Campo, in 1986. “Just like the gorgeous stained-glass “My mom already knew I was windows we see at churches, and beauti- going to wear it,” Hillman said. “It fully decorated altars, I believe the music at was always discussed.” Mass, weddings and funerals should have All three wore the dress as that same level of quality and beauty as we they walked down the aisle of sing praises to our Heavenly Father and the same church — St. Agnes

King,” Cosbey said. “Knowing that I have the PHOTO COURTESY Church in Jefferson, Louisiana. gift of voice and had training I knew I had to Hillman’s great grandparents had use my voice to serve God at church.” Christine Cosbey moved into this Catholic parish in The gift was nourished at St. Monica, the 1940s, sent their children to where Rev. Paul Minnihan was her pastor. www.christinecosbey.com school there and never left. Her “Early on, I just loved to sing. It took a long www.facebook.com/ grandmother was 19 when she time to gain confidence,” she said. ChristineCosbeySinger got married. Her mom was 24, “When I was in high school, I had a and Hillman was 28 on her wed- hard time raising my hand to audition for ding day.

solos,” she said. School in Pleasant Hill. Hillman said the original dress GABRIELLE CAMPO HILLMAN/CNS COURTESY “The first time I knew I possessed more She and her husband, Keith Cosbey, was designed from a dress fea- Gabrielle Campo Hillman, who was married than an OK voice was when I was 17 and met when they were participating in tured in a magazine her grand- at St. Agnes Church in Jefferson, Louisiana, won first place in Orinda. I can’t remember the choir for the dedication Mass at the mother liked. Kopelman’s Aunt was the third woman in her family to wear exactly – I think it was a singing competition Cathedral of Christ the Light. Elenor, a bridal dressmaker, made the same dress. She restored the dress as through Orinda Performing Arts Association. Four choirs sang at the Cosbeys’ 2011 the classic dress from satin with close as she could to its original design. First place prize was $300. I remember feel- wedding at the Saint Mary’s College lace accents, but without pearls ing so shocked and in complete disbelief that Chapel: the Saint Mary’s College Choir; or sequins. grandmother hand-sewed 5,000 pearls I won first place,” she recalled. St. Monica Church choir from her Moraga When her mother, Tammy, decided to on it on the lace to fill in the buds of “I also won a bronze medal with a home parish; a youth choir Keith Cosbey wear the dress, it had not been properly the flowers.” superior performance at CMEA (California directed at St. Joan of Arc Parish in San preserved and parts of it had yellowed After her 1986 wedding, her mom Music Educators Association) festival as Ramon; and a choir composed of University and deteriorated. had the dress preserved and stored it a soloist. I sang ‘Se tu m’ami, se sospiri’ of Notre Dame Glee Club members, who “Below the bust down was never at her house. (‘If you love me, if you sigh’) by Pergolesi.” sang, she said, “a beautiful ‘Ave Maria.’” touched, but my mom removed some “I never saw it but knew I was going She began cantoring at her parish, The family life she envisioned includes of the top and removed the sleeves to wear this dress,” Hillman said. “I where she was asked to sing at the funeral three children. The Cosbeys are parishio- and added see-through, puffy sleeves guess because my great-aunt made it of a parishioner. ners at St. Isidore in Danville. Family life for her wedding,” Hillman said. “My (continued on p. 12) “I discovered I could make a difference has also allowed her to continue to serve in for people with my voice when I started her beloved ministry of music, as a singer cantoring at Mass, especially when I at weddings and funerals. started singing for funerals,” she said. The engaged couples usually meet With such encouragement, she learned with the parish music director to plan the her lesson: “I can touch people’s hearts marriage ceremony and select their music with my voice. I can minister with my voice. with the director. The music director usu- This is what I am doing with my voice.” ally suggests soloists, although inquiries She continued her education at Saint may be made directly to the singer. Mary’s College, where she became a per- “I will sing any Mass setting,” she said. forming arts – vocal performance major. “If I don’t know it, I’ll learn it. I want to give “I knew I wanted to reach my personal the couple the most memorial wedding highest potential at the time as a singer day Mass.” and I knew I was going to use my voice Her most-requested song is “When to serve,” she said. “I looked into San Love is Found,” published in 1983 by Francisco Conservatory of Music, but after OCP and to the traditional melody. “Ubi an interview with a member of the SF Caritas,” by Bob Hurd is often requested for Opera Chorus, I realized how much time Communion. And what’s a wedding without went into rehearsals and performances. 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Staff report Dr. Tom Lenz will offer a free introduction to Natural Family Planning session at the Chancery of the Cathedral of Christ the Light in Oakland. Dr. Lenz and his wife, Debbie, are Natural Family Planning teachers. Dr. Lenz is an emergency room phy- sician. The classes will be conducted from noon to 4 p.m. on Feb. 11, March 10, April 14, May 12, July 14, Aug. 11, Sept. 8, and Sept. 13. Some parishes require attendance at an introduc- tion to Natural Family Planning as part of their marriage preparation. Although there is no fee, registration is required. Located in Oakland’s For more information on these sessions, contact Mimi Jack London Square Streett, coordinator of the diocesan Office of Marriage & 510.444.5969 Family Life, at 510-267-8392 or mstreett@oakdiocese. www.scottsjls.com org. FEBRUARY 10, 2020 THE CATHOLIC VOICE — 11 Weddings and Anniversaries COURTESY PHOTOS COURTESY Joe Sigala and Laurie Stahle with Rev. Richard Mangini at their wedding in 1969, and at their 50th wedding anniversary celebration. A very special 50th wedding anniversary

Special to The Catholic Voice answer was that, “No, he had not, but that Joe Sigala, age 24, and Laurie Stahle, he would sure like to.” age 22, were married on Nov. 22, 1969. Rev. So, it was that recently the slightly Richard Mangini officiated at the wedding, older couple celebrated their 50th wed- Preparation for marriage which was held at Santa Maria Catholic ding anniversary with a Saturday Mass at Church in Orinda. This was the beginning the Church of St. Timothy in Escondido, Staff report Preparation for those seeking con- of a life together that would see this young where they now live. Father Mangini flew The Diocese of Oakland’s Office of validation of a civil marriage, or remar- couple go on to a joyously full and prosper- down from Concord and helped bring a Marriage and Family Life offers marriage riage, programs are offered in Walnut ous life of service, family and faith. ray of added sunshine to this couple’s joy preparation in a variety of ways: Creek March 28-29 and Aug. 1. Several years ago, as their 50th wed- by officiating at their wedding anniversary The weekend program is offered in Registration is $300 per couple for ding anniversary approached, they thought, Mass and at a reception in the church hall. English in Walnut Creek on April 25-26; the weekend programs to which the wouldn’t it be wonderful if Father Mangini, Father Mangini stayed with the Sigalas May 30-31; July 11-12; Oct. 3-4; and couple commutes; the cost for the resi- with whom they had stayed in contact over during his visit and shared their home with Dec. 5-6. dential program is $400. the years, could be the celebrant for their 10 other family members. A retreat weekend, with both a com- Register online at www. 50th wedding anniversary Mass. It was a joyous celebration of 50 years muter or resident option, is also being EastBayCatholic.com or dial 510- An email was sent to Father Mangini, of marriage made extra special by Father planned, for a date to be determined, 267-8395. Early enrollment is recom- then pastor at St. Bonaventure Parish Mangini’s presence. When Father Mangini in Fremont. mended. in Concord. He was asked whether he was asked if the couple could put in res- The weekend program is offered in For additional information, contact had ever officiated at a 50th anniversary ervation for him to officiate at their 75th Spanish in Pittsburg on March 21-22; the Office of Marriage and Family Life celebration for a couple for whom he had wedding anniversary celebration, he said July 18-19; and Nov. 14-15. at 510-893-4711. officiated at their original wedding. His he’d likely have to do that one from . 75th Wedding Anniversary Celebrating 72 Years March 18, 1950 Leon & Rosina Watson

“ Love bears, believes, hopes, endures all things. Alfredo y Maria Elena Gonzalez Love never fails.” Married – 1 Corinthians 13:7-8 Margarito & Eloise Sanchez January 24, 1948 Married February 7, 1945 We love you Mom and Dad. Thank you for sharing 70 years St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Mexico Dios los llene de bendiciones salud, amor y felicidad. of love. Love always, Jose, Jorge, Lucía and the entire St. Son los deseos de sus Hijos, Nietos, Bisnietos y Tataranieto. Benedict Family Thank you Celebrating Married 68 years! Celebrating 51 Years of Love 65th Anniversary Richard & Ollie Dr. Florentino Vargas & Dr. Lilia Ibabao Aug. 23, 1952 Married June 18,1955 St. Hyacinth Church St. John Cathedral Westbrook, Maine Cleveland, Ohio Members Love and congratulations St. Bonaventure from your three children Clayton, California Cheryl, Emily (Marley), and Gregory, and from your five grandchildren Julien, Chiara, Malaya, Sienna, Celebrating 60th and Fenua Anniversary Tom & Barbara Kugler Married Richard & Kathleen Keller March 5, 1960 Married Dec. 28, 1968 St. Lawrence O’Toole God Bless You! Catholic Church, Love, Christine Oakland, California 12 — THE CATHOLIC VOICE FEBRUARY 10, 2020 Weddings and Anniversaries Spanish bishops launch marriage prep course that could last 3 years Catholic News Service seminary,” he said, adding that it was not MADRID — Catholic couples in Spain “sufficient” to prepare to be “a husband, will undergo up to three years of marriage a wife, a mother or a father” in less than preparation under an initiative by their a day. bishops to reverse the country’s high rates He said that, as a parish priest, he of divorce. would often bluntly tell couples that mar- The Spanish bishops launched riage preparation was not only an adminis- Together on the Way (“Juntos en Camino”), trative process but a way of preventing the a program to help couples to succeed in future collapse of their marriages. their vocation to marriage amid a divorce The new course, the bishop continued, rate that sees about 40 percent of marriag- was a response to the requests of St. John es collapse within five years and nearly 60 Paul II and Pope Francis to “accompany percent within 15 years. The new course people who have discovered the vocation could last between two and three years; it to marry” and to prepare them well for replaces preparation courses that lasted marriage. between five and 20 hours. He explained that while it was an obli- Speaking at a news conference in gation for the church to prepare couples for Madrid mid-January, Bishop Mario Iceta marriage, the course was not compulsory

Gavicagogeascoa of Bilbao said he did not in its entirety and could be adapted to VIA REUTERS/CNS MEDINA JUAN believe previous courses were adequate. personal circumstances. A newly married couple kiss outside Madrid’s Royal Palace in 2017. “What can we do in five hours?” asked “Each diocese establishes the forma- Bishop Iceta, president of the Spanish tion that is required for couples seeking the sacrament,” the bishop added. of the bishops in November. The new bishops’ subcommission for family and the matrimony,” he said. A statement posted on the website of course consists of 12 themes, including defense of life. Dioceses must consider the provision the Spanish bishops’ conference said the communication, conflict resolution, fidelity, “To make a comparison, to be a priest of “adequate formation, while at the same new approach to marriage preparation the vocation to marriage and the beauty you need to spend seven years in a time not dissuading young couples from was collectively approved at a meeting of sexuality.

in attendance remembered the dress, and others couldn’t Three Generations ... Wedding tradition wait to see it. (continued from p. 10) “My great-grandmother, who doesn’t move around Is there a wedding tradition your family upholds? a lot, was breaking her neck to see me come down the for my grandmother, and my mom wore it. How could Tell us about it. Photos are welcome. We’ll share aisle,” Hillman said. “Everybody commented on how great you not?” the stories in an upcoming issue of The Catholic the dress was, and what a cool story.” Information about Hillman unboxed the dress at her great-grandmother Voice. Contact Michele Jurich at The Catholic the three-generation dress was included in the wedding Herminie Simon Brack’s house with her grandmother Voice, 510-419-1075 or [email protected]. program. Gayle, her mother and sister present. “The beauty of the dress is that it came full circle,” The dress had yellowed and had to be slightly altered Hillman said. “It’s almost the same style when my grand- to fit Hillman. She said the restorer removed a giant satin “It was fun watching the progress of the dress resto- mother wore it and the sentiment of the dress that each bow on the back and used it as bodice inserts. She also ration,” she said. “The original scalloped lace neckline of us walked down the same aisle. removed her mother’s puffy-sleeves addition and restored remained,” she said. “The length of the dress was perfect She carried her great grandmother’s light blue rosary the sleeves to their original long-sleeve, lace-style worn without (high-heeled) shoes, so it worked perfectly for me in her bouquet down the aisle. by her grandmother. The dress also was cleaned to revive because I don’t like heels.” “I knew I wanted to carry it; my mom suggested it,” its whiteness, something they didn’t know was possible. When she walked down the aisle, Hillman said many she said.

Congratulations Celebrating our 50th Anniversary Celebrating 40 Years! to Ernest & Bella Comelo Larry & Joan Jose & Leticia who will celebrate their 58th Cummings Aguirre Jr. wedding anniversary on April 29, 2020 married June 7, 1980 August 1, 1970 Children: Anil, Anita, Blessed with son Brian Anibel and Anirudh St. Leo and Elizabeth (wife), Their spouses: Linda, Matthew, the Great Church and two grandchildren, Martin and Suzanne Oakland, California Brandon and Alexander Grandkids: Milan, Ari and Pia 35 Years of True Blue Happiness Celebrating 13 years of blessings Celebrating 10 years Dennis & Kathleen Rudy & Pauline William & Veronica Valerio Montano Guinto married July 17, 2010 Married Feb. 4, 2007 March 30, 1985 St. Charles Blessed to be parents St. Borromeo Church, of Andrew, CJ, Alameda, California Livermore, and Baby Guinto California (coming March 2020) Celebrating 50 Years Celebrating 31 Years of Love Celebrating 25th Anniversary

Charlie & Ester Benigno John & Cathy Houghton Anhthu Tran & Joseph Nguyen February 14, 1970 Married Dec. 18, 1988 Married May 6, 1995 Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, San Leandro, California Loving parents of Dominick, Anthony, Theresa, and Veronica God Bless You! and grandparents of Brandon, Ava, Andrew, Jonjon, Love, Christine Wishing you many more years of happiness! JP, Kyle, and CJ Love, Thi and Tho’ FEBRUARY 10, 2020 THE CATHOLIC VOICE — 13 Lent begins Feb. 26 Staff report The 2020 Lenten season begins on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 26, for Latin- rite Catholics, with Easter Sunday on April 12. The US Conference of Catholic Bishops asks that during Lent, we devote ourselves to seeking the Lord in prayer and reading Scripture, to service by giving alms and to sacrifice self-control through fasting. Many know of the tradition of abstaining from meat on Fridays during Lent, but we are also called to practice self-discipline and fast in other ways throughout the season. Contemplate the meaning and

origins of the Lenten fasting tradition in VOICE MICHELE JURICH/THE CATHOLIC this reflection. Thomas Awiapo, a Catholic Relief Services worker from Ghana, will speak at the Parish Solidarity Initiative Winter In addition, the giving of alms is Retreat. Awiapo has spoken before in the Oakland diocese, here in 2017, he explains the cardboard rice bowl box to one way to share God’s gifts — not Fremont schoolchildren. only through the distribution of money, but through the sharing of our time and talents. As St. reminds us: “Not to enable the poor Consider Lent a time for action, advocacy to share in our goods is to steal from them and deprive them of life. The By Michele Jurich Wednesday focus on three young women goods we possess are not ours, but Staff writer – Ana Maria, 16, of Honduras; Trinh, 12, of Winter Retreat theirs.” Prayer, fasting and almsgiving have a Vietnam; and Yvone, 11, of Kenya. Parish Solidarity Initiative In Lent, the baptized are called to new partner this Lent. There will be opportunities during Lent Feb. 29, 9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. renew their baptismal commitment as Advocacy is among the tools the for those interested in advocacy to hone Divine Mercy Parish others prepare to be baptized through Catholic Relief Services is suggest- their skills. 3725 High St., Oakland the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, ing during its annual Lenten Rice Bowl The Parish Solidarity Initiative Winter RSVP: by Feb. 25 a period of learning and discernment program. Retreat, scheduled for Feb. 29, at Divine to [email protected] for individuals who have declared their CRS is focusing initially on migration Mercy Parish in Oakland will offer desire to become Catholics. and refugees, and a program to help Lenten series The key to fruitful observance of hunger and food secu- attendees learn to “Faith & Racial Equity: these practices is to recognize their rity, an issue, a CRS advocate for legisla- Exploring Power & Privilege” link to baptismal renewal. We are representative said, “is tion that addresses Feb. 27- called not just to abstain from sin intimately tied to the the root causes of St. Columba Parish during Lent, but to true conversion of Rice Bowl experience.” poverty in develop- 6401 San Pablo Ave., Oakland our hearts and minds as followers of Ken Preston, com- ing countries, as Contact: Meg Bowerman, Christ. We recall those waters in which munity engagement well as improve their [email protected] we were baptized into Christ’s death, manager for CRS skills in organizing died to sin and evil, and began new in several Western social justice events. CRS Rice Bowl life in Christ. dioceses, includ- The retreat, led www.crsricebowl.org Catholics are also encouraged to ing Oakland, said        by Sergio Lopez, make going to confession a significant the advocacy efforts relationship man- See additional Lenten Activities part of their spiritual lives during Lent. involved “lifting our voice up to our elected ager for Catholic Relief Services West, Datelines, Page 17 The following regulations regarding representatives on these issues that areLENT will offer tracks in English and in Spanish. fasting and abstinence are observed in near and dear to our hearts.” Attendees will hear from Thomas the United States: The amplification of voices could call on Awiapo, a CRS staff member from Ghana, This is a new module for JustFaith, and Catholics ages 14 and over are to legislators “to enact policies and allot funds who introduction to CRS was in the warm the St. Columba Parish will be the first in abstain from meat on Ash Wednesday, to help the poor throughout the world.” bowl of food he was served at his school the Diocese of Oakland. The Lenten Social Good Friday and all Fridays of Lent. Preston made his remarks at the as a young student. Justice Series follows the parish’s recent Individuals between 18 and 59 annual Diocese of Oakland CRS Rice Bowl The event, at 3725 High St., Oakland, completion of the Alpha program. are also obliged to fast — eat one full awards, at which more than 30 non-profit is free; continental breakfast and lunch will The first meeting will be Feb. 27, with meal — on Ash Wednesday and Good organizations and parish-based St. Vincent be provided. RSVP by Feb. 25 to mmckim- dinner at 6:30 p.m. and program from 7 Friday. Eating two smaller meals is per- de Paul conferences received their portion [email protected]. to 9 p.m. at the church, 6401 San Pablo mitted to maintain strength, but eating of the CRS Rice Bowl collection – 25 per- St. Columba Parish in Oakland is offer- Ave, Oakland. The group will meet through between meals is not. cent of the total – that is put to work locally. ing as its Lenten Social Justice Series April 30, but will not meet April 7, which is These obligations, however, do not He also noted that the CRS Rice Bowl an eight-week JustFaith module entitled, Holy Thursday. apply to those whose health or ability materials – usually made available in “Faith & Racial Equity: Exploring Power For information, contact Meg Bowerman to work would be seriously affected. parishes and Catholic schools on Ash & Privilege.” at [email protected]. Plan ahead Toy drive aids hospital to get the most for your ad dollars in 2020

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July 13 Religious Jubilarians Celebrations July 1 PHOTO COURTESY Over the Advent season, the St. Clement Catholic School community com- August 10 Religious Jubilarians Celebrations July 29 pleted a toy drive and delivered a cash donation and eight wagons of new toys for the children at the Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital and the *The Catholic Voice — Publication theme subject to change. Ronald McDonald House at Stanford. St. Clement is at 790 Calhoun St. in The Voice publishes only one issue in July, August and December. Hayward; http://sclementschool.org. 14 — THE CATHOLIC VOICE FEBRUARY 10, 2020

It is no secret that all of Europe is very the flock to make sure no one strays or Ad Limina conscious of security. I have become very gets lost. conscious of the threat of terrorism during I thought to myself, the same can be By Very Rev. George Mockel this most recent visit to Italy. All of the said of every pastor. After all, the word major churches have a very visible pres- “pastor” means “shepherd” in Latin. Saturday, Jan. 25: The conversation with ence of both the military and local police. — — — the Uber driver began: “Where to, sir?” Everyone, including priests and bishops, Sunday, Feb. 2: The feast of the “SFO airport,” was my response. have to go through airport-style screen- Presentation (Feb. 2) fell on a Sunday this “Where are you traveling to today, sir?” ing before entering the major basilicas year, so it was an opportunity for many “Philadelphia.” to celebrate Mass. The principal street more Catholics to hear the Scripture “What’s bringing you to Philadelphia?” leading to St. Peter’s is now blocked to readings connected to this feast. “Well actually it’s a stopover on my automobile traffic. These measures, while This day is also called “Candlemas,” way to Rome.” necessary, are nevertheless very sad. because the candles that will be used “What are you — — — in the church are sometimes blessed on doing in Rome?” Friday, Jan. 31: St. Paul lies beneath this day. Figuring my cov- the main altar. Following the Mass, we er was about to be processed to the altar to venerate and blown, I decided to The photograph above is one of hun- say a prayer at the tomb. go for broke. “Well, dreds along the many corridors of the Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, was I’ll be seeing my Seminary that commemorate special and the presider of the Mass. In his homily he boss over there.” historical events. Can you pick out an noted that with this Mass, we complete You can imag- Oakland connection? That’s Oakland’s the “pilgrimage” requirements of the “ad Very Rev. ine where this part first bishop, Floyd Begin, front row, left. limina.” Monday we celebrated Mass at George Mockel of the conversation — — — the tomb of Peter, then met with the Holy went! However, what Monday, Jan. 27: The tombs of many Father, the successor of Peter, and today I could not have anticipated was such a of the are located in the vicinity of we venerate the tomb of Paul. candid, heartfelt and open sharing of a the tomb of . Quite by chance Peter the “rock” and sign of the unity of struggle with the “demons” of drug and my place during the Mass was literally up the church and Paul the great evangelizer alcohol addiction after his returning home who brought the faith to the Gentiles. from the Vietnam War many years ago. Each represents a facet of the ministry of “God intervened with some pretty bishop as one who unites and one who dramatic little miracles in my life,” he told brings the Gospel to others. me. Totally penniless on the streets of As Pope Francis reminded the bishops Oakland he reached rock bottom and at their audience with him: A bishop is a knew he needed help. He jumped a shepherd. He must be at head of the flock barricade at a BART station. Although to lead and show them the way. He must observed by two policemen who looked be in the midst of the flock to know and St. Peter’s Basilica was a sea of him straight in the eye, they surprisingly understand them. He must be in back of candlelight as the sun set and the lights let him pass by anyway. (Little miracle No. were darkened in the church. My Italian 1) Arriving in Union City he went to the seems to be slightly improving the longer bus depot telling the bus driver: “I don’t I am here (key word is “slightly”) so what have a penny to my name. I need to get I was able to discern from the pope’s to the Veterans Hospital in Palo Alto.” against the other side of the tomb of Pope homily was a theme of enhancing our “Come aboard, .” John Paul I. He is still remembered and discernment of grace in our lives. (Little miracle No. 2) After treatment revered as the “smiling Pope.” It served to He spoke of being able to see how at the Veterans Hospital, he settled in remind me how important it is for all of us God works in our lives, not only in the Menlo Park and for several years was to try to smile a bit more often, when it is big moments, but also even in our fragility supported, challenged and encouraged at appropriate and even when it is difficult. and weakness. AA sessions. Where were they held? St. — — — was able to perceive grace in Patrick’s Seminary in Menlo Park. Thursday, Jan. 30: This morning we cel- the vulnerability and total dependence of As I departed the automobile and ebrated Mass at St. Mary Major Basilica. a newborn child. That requires a different, headed to the terminal, he said to me: Bishop Robert Barron, an auxiliary and, for most of us, a new way of perceiv- “Father, be sure to thank your ‘boss’ and bishop of Los Angeles and the founder ing the reality of God acting in our world. the Catholic Church for one of those little of “Word on Fire” ministry is on the “ad That comes with prayer, contemplation miracles.” limina” with us. and silence. — — — I had the opportunity to thank him for Sunday, Jan. 26: I am staying at the his work, particularly “Letter to a Suffering (Father George Mockel, vicar general North American College during my stay Church,” which many parishes have used of the Oakland diocese, accompanied in Rome. It is the American seminary in (including my own parish of Santa Maria Oakland Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, Rome for students sent here by their bish- in Orinda) to help us address the sexual along with about 32 bishops and their ops to get their theological education and abuse crisis in the church. This topic has aides from California, Nevada and Hawaii gain an appreciation for the universality come up at meetings with several differ- for the regular “ad limina” report to the of the Church. ent Curia offices this week. pope.) Bishop says St. Paul offers encouragement to today’s clergy By Carol Glatz task,” he said, St. Paul Catholic News Service explained “when I am ROME — Throughout their min- weak, then I am strong, istry’s ups and downs, bishops can for then I can feel Christ’s draw encouragement from St. Paul, power working in me.” said Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, of “When we are criti- Oakland. cized in the press,” After reaffirming their unity in the remember that St. Paul church at the tomb of St. Peter, the declared, “Now, I rejoice bishops were renewing their mission in my sufferings for “to go out to the ends of the earth and your sake,” he said, and preach the Gospel” by gathering and “when we’re summoned praying at the tomb of St. Paul, the to appear in court to bishop said during his homily Jan. 31 clean up a mess we did at Rome’s Basilica of St. Paul Outside not create,” St. Paul says, the Walls. “I have been crucified Bishop Barber was the principal with Christ and it is no celebrant and homilist as the bishops longer I that lives, but of California, Nevada and Hawaii cel- Christ living in me.” ebrated Mass at the basilica as part When afraid to speak of their “ad limina” visits Jan. 27-31 to out because of a fear of report on the status of their dioceses. criticism, St. Paul says After their last Mass together in to preach the word and Rome, he said, bishops from U.S. be persistent whether it’s Region XI will now “go forth to do convenient or not. the same” as many before them did: And “when our prayers “Preach the Gospel to those who may have been answered and have never considered it and to reclaim a 1 million-dollar check those who have fallen away from Christ arrives in the mail,” he and his church.” said to laughter, St.

“It’s a pretty tall order,” Bishop HARING/CNS PAUL Paul says, “Rejoice in Barber said. “It is fearful, and it is dif- Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, of Oakland gives the homily as Western bishops concelebrate Mass the Lord always. I say it ficult and it is exasperating.” at the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls while making their “ad limina” visits to the Vatican again, rejoice.” “I don’t know about you, but I need on Jan. 31. But if “all these things some encouragement. And I draw great happen to you on the encouragement from St. Paul,” Bishop feeling a particular way, like when they our programs and plans,” he said, “we same day,” he added, “and we wonder if Barber said. were happy or sad. can hear Paul say, ‘Let us not become we can go on, I hear St. Paul, ‘I can do all “I’ve made a little reader’s guide to St. Bishop Barber listed a string of scenar- weary in doing good, for at the proper time things through him who strengthens me.’” Paul for us bishops,” said Bishop Barber, ios and feelings a bishop might face and we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.’” Bishop Barber said, the bishops, who recalled the way some Protestant offered a corresponding verse from St. “When we are depressed,” he said, like St. Paul, have the same mission to missionaries would distribute a small Paul’s many letters, offering the apostle’s St. Paul talks of carrying Jesus’ death in preach the Gospel, “and we have the card to help people find an appropriate wisdom and encouragement. his body “so I can carry his resurrection.” same Lord who loved me and gave him- Bible verse to read whenever they were “When we don’t see the results of “When we feel inadequate to the self for me.” FEBRUARY 10, 2020 THE CATHOLIC VOICE — 15

Former administrator, Archbishop Archbishop Alexander Alexander J. Brunett dies at 86 J. Brunett accepts Staff and wire reports including turning a ceremonial shovel gifts at a Archbishop Alexander J. Brunett, at the groundbreaking of the Center for multicultural apostolic administrator for the Diocese of Environmental Studies at Bishop O’Dowd Mass at the Oakland in 2012-2013, and former arch- High School. Cathedral bishop of Seattle, died Jan. 31. He was 86. In his first column in The Catholic of Christ Archbishop Brunett led the Archdiocese Voice, Archbishop Brunett wrote, “I can the Light in of Seattle through an era of dynamic assure you that I am: always happy about Oakland in

growth and intense challenges from 1997 my priesthood; always joyful about the FILE PHOTO October 2012. to 2010, when he retired. opportunity to serve the people of God; Pope Benedict XVI called Archbishop always hopeful about the future; and Martyrs and the Our Lady of Guadalupe 17. He was weak, not eating and his eyes Brunett out of retirement to serve as always willing to tackle any challenge or Pilgrimage. were closed. But they prayed the Divine apostolic administrator of the Diocese of solve any problem — the only problems Among his last duties was the ordina- Mercy together, she said, he thanked her Oakland in 2012. An apostolic administra- we don’t solve are the ones we don’t do tion of five priests on May 18, 2013, one for the visit and her friendship. tor provides continuity of management anything about.” week before the ordination and installation “My most striking memory was when until a successor bishop is named by The He conducted a weekday noontime of Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ. I kissed his forehead to say goodbye. He Vatican. Mass of Remembrance for the victims “Archbishop Brunett made many tried to raise his hand and bless me. That The vigil and funeral Mass will take of the shootings at Sandy Hook School, friends here during his seven months as was very special to receive a blessing from place at St. James Cathedral, 804 Ninth inviting pupils at the diocese’s schools to administrator of the Diocese of Oakland,” a dying priest,” she said. Ave., Seattle. The vigil service will be at participate. said Bishop Barber. “As I mentioned in my Ordained to the priesthood for the 7 p.m. Feb. 11. A viewing precedes the “We give them back to you, oh Lord, homily at Vespers the evening to my Archdiocese of Detroit on July 13, 1958, vigil from 2 p.m.-5 p.m. The funeral Mass as you gave them to us,” he said. “Life is episcopal ordination, Archbishop Brunett Archbishop Brunett was appointed bishop will be at 11 a.m. Feb. 12. A reception unending because love is undying.” was beloved in his short time among us, of Helena, Montana, by Pope John Paul II will follow. Archbishop Brunett hosted the cel- we join together in commending his soul in 1994 at the age of 60, following a long During his seven months as the apos- ebration of the Diocese of Oakland’s 50th to God’s love and mercy.” and wide-ranging ministry. He submitted tolic administrator, Archbishop Brunett anniversary. Merlie Pablico of Orinda became his letter of retirement to Pope Benedict engaged in active ministry in the Oakland He was also a welcoming and vibrant friends with Archbishop Brunett during XVI in 2009 at the age of 75. diocese. In addition to his frequent sta- celebrant at the diocesan events for his time in Oakland, and maintained the tional Masses at the Cathedral of Christ the ethnic communities, such as the friendship after he returned to Seattle. She (By Greg Magnon, Northwest Catholic, the Light, he visited parishes and schools, Mass commemorating the Vietnamese was with him to celebrate his birthday Jan. and The Catholic Voice staff.) Senior Living/Resources Experienced REVERSE MORTGAGE Trusts & Estates Attorney If you are 62 or older and own your house, Jeffrey Hall MBA, CPA, Esq. a Reverse Mortgage may benefit you! • Turn Home Equity into Cash • Revocable Trusts Serving the • Wills and Probates • Pay off Bills & Credit Cards Bay Area • Trust Administration • Zero Mortgage Payments For a free 30 minute consultation • FHA Program Designed for Seniors 925-230-9002 Call for a free information package www.HallLawGroup.com

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Possibly the catechesis Come and See Catechesis of the Good Shepherd you’d want for your children Free event for parish By Michele Jurich include “the greatest altar servers we will leaders and volunteers Staff writer ever get” and vocations. Imagine a dozen children, ages 3 to While the children discover the room, Feb. 27, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 6, shoeless and speaking in whispers, as catechists stand by to assist and read lunch included they move through a classroom set up Scripture to them. Setting up the atrium St. Faith with an altar, manipulatives that allow the environment has involved parish members Formation Hall, 1650 Ygnacio opportunity to play out Bible stories and building some of the furniture, painting the Valley Road, Walnut Creek vestments – all child-size. manipulatives, and sewing the tiny vest- RSVP by Feb. 23 to Shannon

That would be an atrium, as designed ments. The children gather at a table to PHOTO COURTESY Rogers, [email protected] by the Catechesis the Good Shepherd, offer their prayers in community. and in use for two sessions a week at St. A program such as this, Rogers said, John Vianney Parish in Walnut Creek. helps bridge the distance between bap- interested in the Catechesis of the Good “It will feel like a miniature retreat,” “We know children have the capac- tism and the time children arrive for faith Shepherd will be held from 9:30 a.m. to Rogers said. ity to know God at a young age,” said formation for First Communion. It’s a time, 12:30 p.m. Feb 27 in the St. John Vianney Rogers, the mother of two young Shannon Rogers, pastoral associate for she said, “when families need community.” Faith Formation Hall, 1650 Ygnacio Valley children with a third on the way, says family-based faith formation at the Walnut The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Road, Walnut Creek. Lunch is included. Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is “the Creek parish. The atrium opened its doors also offers programs for children ages 6 to The presenter will be Jennifer Bell, who only form of catechesis I would want for in October, filling two sessions. Among the 12. Infant and toddler programs have also has worked in this catechesis for more my children.” fruits of the Montessori-based program been piloted. than 20 years. RSVP by Feb. 23 to “God and the child have a special rela- she already sees children who are more A free Come and See event designed Shannon Rogers at srogers@sjvianney. tionship, assisted by a catechist, directed attentive at Mass. And the future could for parish leaders, volunteers and parents org. by the Holy Spirit,” she said. Mueller named new leader at JST Staff report Commission of the National Council of Rev. Joseph G. Mueller, SJ, will Churches of Christ. become dean of the Jesuit School of Mueller is the author of the French Theology of Santa Clara University in language book, “The Old Testament in the Berkeley on July 1. Ecclesiology of Fathers” which analyzes The appointment of Father Mueller, a collection of ancient church adminis- rector of Marquette University’s Jesuit tration sources known as the Apostolic Community and a seasoned administrator Constitutions. In his scholarly work, he and professor of theology, was announced specializes in the study of early Christian Jan. 23. theologians, especially those of the first Father Mueller, five centuries, and of ancient and contem- 60, has taught at porary ideas on the nature, structure and Marquette for more mission of the Church. than 20 years, after a “Father Mueller brings broad theo- year as a philosophy logical, pastoral, managerial and admin- instructor at Boston istrative experience that will serve him

College. He has also extremely well as our next JST dean,” VOICE MIKE THE JONES/SPECIAL TO CATHOLIC spent a semester said Santa Clara University president and as a visiting profes- former JST-SCU dean, Rev. Kevin O’Brien, Special needs ministry sor at the Institute SJ. “We are blessed to have his strong The Alameda Deanery hosted its second Special Mass for Special Needs on Mueller of Theology of the leadership.” Jan. 12 at St. Church. Sponsored by the Special Needs Inclusion in Father Mueller joined the Jesuits after Ministry, the Mass was designed to be inviting to families with special needs, Abidjan, Ivory Coast. graduation from Marquette and was part of an ongoing outreach to those who feel unable to attend Mass due Mueller previously served as asso- ordained to the priesthood in 1993. to their loved ones’ special needs. Rev. Dana Michaels presided, with Rev. ciate dean for academic affairs in “I am looking forward to helping JST Anthony Madanu, MF, from St Philip Neri-St Albert the Great Parish, and Marquette’s Helen Way Klingler College form the next generation of lay and Rev. Sunil Orethal, SDB, from St. Joseph Basilica Parish concelebrating. of Arts and Sciences, and also served ordained ministers for the Church,” Father Mass was followed by a reception with networking and sharing resources. as director of graduate studies and Mueller said. “I want to help our school The Special Needs Inclusion Ministry was born in 2018 through the advo- assistant chairman for the Department continue to grow as it addresses the cacy of St. Joseph parishioner Jenny Dow, whose son is on the autism of Theology. He served for seven years changing needs of the Church in all the spectrum. People who are interested in learning more can contact her at for the United States Conference of regions and countries where our alumni [email protected]. Catholic Bishops on the Faith and Order serve.” Classified Advertisements • 510-419-1081 The Catholic Voice next edition: FebruAry 24 • Deadline: FebruAry 14

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Feb. 12, 19, 26 Widows/widowers grief support group. 5 p.m. Perpetual Help Devotion Baclaran format. u RETREATS at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 500 Fairview Saturday, March 7 8:15 a.m. Wednesdays after last morning Mass, Ave., Brentwood. Sandy Heinisch, 925-513-3412 Holy Listening. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Columba Our Lady Queen of the World Church, 3155 Feb. 12, Mar. 11 or [email protected]. Church, 6401 San Pablo Ave., Oakland. Day of Winterbrook Drive, Bay Point, 925-550-0679. Days of Prayer at Santa Sabina Retreat. 9:30 reflection and dialogue. 510-654-7600. a.m. to 2:15 p.m. at 25 Magnolia Ave., San Rafael. Third Thursdays Sunday, Feb. 16 Feb. 12: Barbara Green, OP; March 11: Kayleen Military Peer Support Group. 7 to 8 p.m. in the Tuesday, March 17 Masses in Tagalog. Every third Sunday (except Asbo. Information: 415-457-7727 or www.santasa- rectory at St. Augustine Church, 3999 Bernal Ave., Lenten Day of Renewal: My God and My All with in September and December) at 3:30 p.m. at St. binacenter.org. Pleasanton. Veterans share life challenges and Rev. Rusty Shaughnessy OFM. At San Damiano Michael Church, 458 Maple St., Livermore. A pot- opportunities. Contact: Dom Pietro at 925-462- Retreat, 710 Highland Drive, Danville. Cost: $40 luck reception follows the Mass in the parish hall Feb. 21 to 23 4665 or [email protected]. (including lunch). Information/registration: visit www. at 326 Maple St., Livermore. Information: www. Oakland Retrouvaille Weekend Program. sandamiano.org or call 925-0837-9141, ext. 315. stmichaellivermore.com/Filipino or 925-447-1585. Retrouvaille helps married couples heal and renew Saturdays their marriages. Register at www.HelpOurMarriage. Parents Who Have Lost a Child Grief Support March 29 and April 4 Friday, Feb. 21 com or 510-709-6063. Group. 1 p.m. at Church of the Good Shepherd, Sacred Baroque: A devotional concert for Holy Holy Hour for Priests. 10:30 a.m. at St. Margaret 3200 Harbor St., Pittsburg. For exact dates, call Week. March 29: 4 p.m. at St. Mary Magdalen Mary Church, 1219 Excelsior Ave., Oakland. All Feb. 28 to March 1 Sandy Heinisch, 925-513-3412 or sandynca@ Church, 2005 Berryman St., Berkeley; April 4: 7:30 priests serving in the diocese are welcome. Held 37th Annual Retreat for Members of the Legal sbcglobal.net. p.m. at St. Perpetua Church, 3454 Hamlin Road, on Third Friday of the month, except for the summer Profession led by Rev. Eddie Fernandez, SJ, pro- Lafayette. In observance of the culmination of the months, as a service to priests by the Prelature of fessor of pastoral theology and missiology at the Second Saturdays Season of Lent and the beginning of Holy Week, . The sacrament of reconciliation heard by Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University St. John Vianney Loss of Child Grief Ministry. Voci Women’s Vocal Ensemble presents two devo- a priest of Opus Dei is available during Holy Hour. at Berkeley. Jesuit Retreat Center, 300 Manresa 10 a.m. in the Lower Mullins Common Library, 1650 tional concerts of sacred Baroque music, accompa- A luncheon hosted by St. Margaret Mary follows. Way, Los Altos. Contact Chris Boscia at chrisbos- Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek. Facilitator: nied by the Jubilate Baroque Orchestra on period [email protected] for more information about this Jerry Mellin. Information: Eileen Matthews, 925- instruments. Performances will feature Giovanni Sunday, Feb. 23 silent, Lenten retreat. Scholarships available for law 939-8199 or [email protected]. Battista Pergolesi’s beloved Stabat Mater Dolorosa Family Rosary Program. 3 p.m. at St. Edward students. Register online at http://bit.ly/37thlegal. 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Saint Mary’s is a member of the National Center, 2100 Pear St., Pinole. 510-741-4900. Sunday, Feb. 16 Honor Society for Dance Arts (NHSDA). On stage u 7:30 p.m. at United Methodist Chapel, 1543 in March and April: “Little Shop of Horrors” musical. NEW EVENTS Wednesdays Sunnyvale Ave., Walnut Creek. Ecumenical Information: www.saintmaryschs.org. Saturday, Feb. 22 Meditation of the next Sunday Gospel and services held on the Third Sunday at a different Boys Choir Auditions. The Golden Gate Boys Coronilla in Spanish. 7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph participating church. Open Wide Our Hearts: Exploring Racism and Choir and Bellringers (GGBC) is now accepting Parish Center, 2100 Pear St., Pinole. 510-741- applications for their 2020 Spring season for boys Diversity. 9:30 a.m. to noon at Dominican Center, 4900. 43326 Mission Circle (entrance off Mission Tierra), Friday, Feb. 21 between the ages of 7-18 years. GGBC provides Fremont. Collaborating in addressing racism in our 8 p.m. at St. Joseph Basilica, 1109 Chestnut St., choral, English hand bells, and chimes instruction, city. Cost: $20. Sponsored by Center for Education First Wednesdays Alameda. Every fourth Friday, (every third Friday individual vocal and performance training, music and Spirituality, Dominican Sisters of Mission San Catholic Men’s Night. 7 p.m. at St. Mary of the in November and December). www.facebook.com/ theory, and a dedicated mentorship program Jose. Registration/ information: 510-933-6360. Parish, 2039 Mt. Diablo TaizeOnTheIsland. (several who attend Stuart Hall). The choir serves Blvd., Walnut Creek. Adoration, Confession and a diverse group of boys from throughout the Bay Saturday, Feb. 29 rosary for men. Food and drink follow. Contact: Friday, Feb. 21 Area and is a member of Pueri Cantores, an inter- [email protected]. 8 p.m. in the chapel, Dominican Sisters of national Catholic choral organization. Membership Parish Solidarity Initiative Winter Retreat. 9 a.m. includes performance and travel opportunities. to 4:30 p.m. at Divine Mercy Church, 3725 High Mission San Jose, 43326 Mission Circle (off Thursdays Mission Tierra), Fremont. Third Fridays. www. San Francisco rehearsals are Mondays, 4:00-5:30 St., Oakland. You’re invited to nourish your faith p.m., at St. Vincent de Paul Church, Steiner and through prayer and sharing; be inspired by the story Holy Hour for Vocations. 7 p.m. at Corpus Christi msjdominicans.org or 510-933-6360. Parish, 37891 Second St., Fremont. 510-790-3207. Green; Oakland rehearsals are on Wednesdays, of Thomas Awiapo, CRS staff member from Ghana; 4:30-6:30 p.m., at St. Margaret Mary Parish advocate for legislation that addresses the root WINGS — Women in God’s Spirit. 9:30 to 11:30 Hall, 1219 Excelsior Ave. (near Park), Oakland; causes of poverty in developing countries; improve a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church, Borromeo u SUPPORT GROUPS Hayward rehearsals are Thursdays, 4:00-5:30 p.m. your skills for organizing social justice events. Free Hall, 1315 Lomitas Ave., Livermore. Theme: Pass It at All Saints School Auditorium, 22870 Second event. Continental breakfast and lunch provided. On. A different speaker each week with a spiritual Feb. 13, 27, Mar. 12, 26 St. (between D & E streets), Hayward. For more Retreat leader: Sergio Lopez. RSVP by Feb. 25 to or humanitarian message, followed by discus- CCOP Grief Support Group. 7:30 p.m. at St. information, contact [email protected], or visit [email protected]. sion and small group sharing. 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We do it in a non-confrontational 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Joan of Arc Parish, 2601 San oakvoice.org (text/photos); phone 510- its theme: “No Ifs, Ands or Buts, God is With Us … approach out on the streets. Planning and train- Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. For informa- 419-1074; or by fax at 510-893-4734. Now What?” Information: 510-655-9209. ing meetings are held at 7:15 p.m. on the last tion and/or registration contact Susan by phone 18 — THE CATHOLIC VOICE FORUM FEBRUARY 10, 2020 VANTAGE POINTS Why doesn’t God just straighten everything out?

By Most Rev. Robert Barron here is that Jesus of Nazareth is through forgiveness and non-violence; I am sure that every religious person, not simply one more in a long line and in the resurrection, he manifested his every believer in God, at some point won- of prophets, not one more wisdom decisive victory. ders, “why doesn’t God just straighten figure, not just another religious God’s love, we now can say with utter everything out?” Why doesn’t the all-pow- hero; rather, he is what Isaiah and confidence, is more powerful than sin and erful and all-loving Creator of the universe his prophetic colleagues longed death. But there is more to this odd story, simply deal with the injustice, suffering, for: God himself in the flesh, come and a glance back at St. John’s prologue violence and sin that so bedevil his world? to rule. will help us understand what this is. Well, we can hear precisely this cry We know that kingly authority The evangelist says, “He was in the in the prophets of ancient Israel. All of is involved in this enfleshment world and the world came to be through them — Isaiah, , , , of God, for St. John reminds us: him, but the world did not know him” (Jn Zechariah, etc. — “what came to be through him was 1:10). The third “world” that John uses utter some version of life, and this life was the light of the refers to all that stands opposed to God’s “How long, O Lord?” human race; the light shines in the intentions, the realm of sin. One form that this darkness, and the darkness has “But to those who did accept him he expectation takes is not overcome it” (Jn 1:3-4). The gave power to become children of God …” a yearning that the evangelist is telling us that the (Jn 1:12). In one sense, Jesus the king fin- God of Israel would Word has come to fight an enemy, ished the work, fought and won the battle. come to reign as and the enemy will not prevail. But at the same time, it is eminently clear king, which is to say, If we turn from John to the famil- that sin and death are still operative — and as one who has the iar Christmas story as recounted therefore, the King gives us the privilege Bishop Barron power and authority by St. Luke, we will appreciate the of participating in his identity and mission. to right every wrong. unexpected part of this message. Being a “child of God” is not so much a The first reading that the Catholic Church Who is this warrior, this divine special status in which we exult, but rather, proposes for Mass on Christmas morning champion come to right the wrongs an empowerment to fight in the King’s is a passage from the 52nd chapter of of the world? He is a baby, born in army, to join him in the great struggle. Like the prophet Isaiah, and it speaks exactly a cave because there was no room our master, we enter into combat, but with in these terms: “How beautiful upon the for him even in the cheapest travel- the weapons of the spirit. mountains are the feet of the one bringing ers hostels of Bethlehem; placed If we turn to Paul’s letter to the good news, announcing peace, bearing in a manger, the place where the Ephesians, we see exactly what this looks good news, announcing salvation, saying animals eat; wrapped up in swad- like: “Finally, draw your strength from the to Zion, ‘Your God is King!’” (Is 52:7). dling clothes, unable to move. Lord and from his mighty power. Put on the

The prophet is envisioning the great What is the mighty arm of SHEMITZ, LONG ISLAND CATHOLIC A. CNS/GREGORY armor of God so that you may be able to day when Yahweh will take charge and Yahweh, bared for all the nations Christ’s baptism by St. at the stand firm against the tactics of the devil. set things right, when he will “bare his to see? It is the naked arm of an Jordan River is depicted in a stained-glass … Therefore, put on the armor of God … holy arm in the sight of all the nations” (Is infant child reaching forth from window at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph in clothed with righteousness as a breast- 52:10), that is to say, roll up his sleeve, the manger. They were expecting Brooklyn, N.Y. The feast of the Baptism of the plate … hold faith as a shield … and take asserting his dominance over his enemies. a Davidic warrior, wielding the Lord, celebrated Jan. 12 in 2020, marked the the helmet of salvation and the sword of The fundamental message of Christmas weapons of the world, establishing end of the Christmas season. the Spirit which is the word of God” (Ep is that this prophecy has come true — but the supremacy of Israel through 6:10-17). How wonderful that St. Paul gives in the most unexpected way. In order to bloody conquest. They got a warrior all existence (Lk 2:13). Caesar was able to us a description of Christian mission that understand this, let us look first at the mag- right, but one who would fight with the dominate the world precisely because of is, simultaneously, completely militant and nificent poem with which St. John opens weapons of heaven, not of earth. his army. Luke is telling us that the baby completely non-violent! his Gospel: “In the beginning was the How do we know, on Luke’s telling, king has a far more impressive host. Word, and the Word was with God, and the that we are dealing with a warrior king? The Gospels can be read as the story (Bishop Robert Barron is an auxiliary Word was God … and the Word became His birth is announced by an entire stra- of the divine/human king coming to reign. bishop of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles flesh and made his dwelling among us” (Jn tias (army) of angels, beings of immense On the cross, he entered into close combat and the founder of Word on Fire Catholic 1:1,14). What is of supreme significance power, subsisting at a higher pitch of with the enemies of God, battling them Ministries.) The assassination of Iran’s terror mastermind Soleimani

By Rev. Gerald D. Coleman, PSS assassination of Soleimani The U.S. government, the U.S. Central Command, the on Jan. 3. He was killed United Nations and the European Union certified that by a U.S. Reaper drone Maj. Gen. Qasem Soleimani of the Islamic Revolutionary strike near the Baghdad Guard Corps supported the civil International Airport. war engineered by Syrian President Soleimani‘s assassi- Bashar al-Assad, and for killing more nation sharply escalated than 500 U.S. service members tensions between the U.S. in Iraq between 2005 and 2011. and Iran. Five days after U.S. intelligence also linked him to the killing, Iran launched the 2011 assassination attempt of a series of missile attacks Saudi Arabia’s on U.S. forces ambassador based in Iraq.

to the U.S. in The assas- REUTERS/CNS ELLIOTT, CANDACE Rev. Coleman Washington, sination of A child at the looks at a memorial for victims of Ukrainian Airlines International DC. Soleimani Flight PS752 during a Jan. 12 service at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Evidence is clear that Soleimani seems defen- Canada, Several of those killed were affiliated with the university. The plane has killed or badly wounded sible consid- was shot down by a missile shortly after takeoff from Tehran. All 176 people thousands of Americans over an ering the vio- onboard were killed in the Jan. 8 crash, including 57 Canadians. After days of extended period and plotting to lence, killing denial, Iran admitted the plane was mistakenly shot down with a missile amid kill many more. The White House and terror he rising hostilities with the U.S. unambiguously says that he was masterminded. the mastermind behind attacks However, we must raise certain moral con- The assassination is interpreted by some as an on Americans during the past cerns. The Catholic just war doctrine holds act of war. However, congressional authorization was two decades. The U.S. charges that the use of military force is justifiable not sought, and this violates the U.S. Constitution. Soleimani for killing at least 603 only in response to an active, ongoing Additionally, Washington made no appeal to the United American service members in Iraq, attack causing significant and immediate Nations Security Council, which countries normally do in addition to thousands of others harm, or in response to a dangerous threat when embassies are under attack. There are too many in the region. that is certain and imminent. A military serious concerns surrounding this assassination to simply

On Dec. 27, 2019, a barrage VIA REUTERS/CNS BALKIS PRESS/ABACA response must also have the probabil- jump to the conclusion that it was morally justified. of rockets killed an American con- Iranian Maj. Gen. Qassem ity of successfully advancing peace. Iran’s tractor and wounded four service Soleimani. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei (Father Gerald D. Coleman, PSS, is an adjunct profes- members on a base in northwest- and President Hassan Rouhani have vowed sor, Graduate Department of Pastoral Ministries, Santa ern Iraq. According to U.S. intelligence, this attack was to take revenge by “harsh retaliation.” Clara University.) led by Soleimani. U.S. forces responded on Dec. 29 with strikes on five targets in Iraq and Syria. On Dec. 31, 2019, Iraqi forces began storming the U.S. embassy in Baghdad, with militia members attempting to How can we help? enter the embassy, starting fires and damaging a recep- Let us know. tion area. Secretary of Defense Mark Esper said that Iran was planning additional attacks which demand “preemp- (510) 267-8334 tive action” to protect American forces and American lives. The Pentagon confirmed these assertions and stated Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. Every other month: (facilitated) survivor Insurance Brokers support group meetings held at: that Soleimani was “actively developing plans to attack of California Inc. American diplomats and service members in Iraq and James Buckley Santa Maria Parish Library (upper tier) throughout the region.” Kenneth Banks 1255 Battery Street, Suite 450 40 Santa Maria Way, Orinda Senior administration officials reported that President 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Trump endorsed the killing of Soleimani seven months San Francisco, CA 94111 Ph: 800-877-9300 ago, considering his increased aggression against CA License #0726293 The first Saturday of April Americans. Subsequently, President Trump authorized the FEBRUARY 10, 2020 FORUM THE CATHOLIC VOICE — 19 LETTERS

the volunteers supporting most of your German proposals Letters to the editor provide a forum for readers to engage in an open exchange programs, the envelope users, the rosary of opinions and concerns in a climate of respect and civil discourse. The opinions I was dismayed to read Rev. Ronald G. prayers and the daily Mass attenders. We expressed are those of the writers, and not necessarily of the Catholic Voice or Schmit’s criticisms of George Weigel and do not fear the changes in the Church, as the Diocese of Oakland. While a full spectrum of opinions will sometimes include his comments about what is happening to long as they are in accordance with the those which dissent from Church teaching or contradict the natural moral law, the Catholic Church in Germany (Forum, Scriptures, the Sacred Tradition of the it is hoped that this forum will help our readers to understand better others’ Jan. 6). Father Schmit said the German Church and the Catechism. The Church thinking on critical issues facing the Church. Church is “following the direction of Vatican should be a place of peace and refuge and II and Pope Francis.” However, Father not just another extension of it bringing Schmit did not list the various proposals politics and hatred inside. House. Then they hardly heard from him. Senator McConnell relieve Trump from the German bishops are discussing, nor In 1965 we had 58,000 priests; in 2013 Trump won white Catholics by a 23-point this stressful job that is not all good for his did he cite any documents of the Second 38,000. Today we have even fewer. In 1965 margin, and they never received so much health and well-being. Dear Lord, Hear us. Vatican Council in support of his argument. we had 8,325 seminarians, in 2013, 3,694. as a “thank you” from the 45th president. Inspire the Grand Old Party to show how The German Bishops’ Conference has While many regions of the world are see- If the 2020 election will be won or lost in grand they are. approved draft statutes for the creation of a ing a huge increase in Catholics, in our the Rust Belt as common wisdom avers, Colette Flores Synodal Assembly in partnership with the country the number is declining. the president can’t afford to have Catholics Livermore Central Committee of German Catholics, a I believe our Church is large enough to feeling left out. So now the forgotten will lay group that has called for the end of cleri- embrace traditional Catholics in the same become the sought-after. There seems to Bad Trump cal celibacy, the blessing of same-sex unions manner as those they wish to mission to be a belief within his re-election staff that On Jan. 4, Donald Trump told a group in Catholic Churches and the ordination of and not try to silence their concerns. It is the president’s policy record should be an of evangelicals in Miami he believes God women (the last proposal is a far cry from a joy to see so many people attend the easy sell to older Catholic voters in swing is on “our” (his) side. discussing the role of women in the Church). traditional Mass, including many young states — particularly those who attend Really? Does your God say to you it’s The German bishops also want to reexam- families with children in tow. Mass once a week or lean conservative. OK to: ine the sexual teachings of the Church. Pay attention to Our Lady. Her Son is However, in a December 2019 sur- Say you can walk down Fifth Avenue Cardinal Reinhard Marx, the chairman sending her with a mission and a message vey of registered voters by EWTN and in New York, shoot somebody and get of the German Bishops’ Conference, has for our Church. And it is always the same. RealClearPolitics (realclearpolitics.com/ away with it? said that lay men and lay women should Nancy Crabtree docs/EWTN_Topline.pdf), climate change, Take medical care away from millions be allowed to preach homilies at Mass. Concord race relations, K-12 education and income of people so they will die without it (Trump Some German bishops have pro- inequality were all identified by Catholic wants to repeal the ACA and that will posed allowing the Protestant spouses Blatant surrender respondents as higher priorities than happen)? of Catholics to receive Holy Communion Rev. Ronald G. Schmit’s letter (Forum, religious freedom or Supreme Court Separate immigrant children from their without first becoming Catholic. Other bish- Jan. 6) contains sweeping judgments about appointments. families at the border and have them die ops have spoken in favor of abandoning George Weigel and traditional Catholics. He When Trump took office in January while in custody, which has already hap- the celibacy requirement for priests. Even is correct about Weigel being a traditional 2017, 48 percent of white Catholics viewed pened? if one favors this last idea (or any of the Catholic. Weigel’s opposition to some of him unfavorably. That figure rose to 52 Ban refugees, especially Muslims and other proposals) can anyone really say that Pope Francis’ statements and actions is percent in 2019, according to a Public Hispanics, so they cannot escape death in the Fathers of the Second Vatican Council based on his interpretation of Vatican II Religion Research Institute survey (https:// their countries (does he want to decrease would have approved of such sweeping and subsequent teachings in light of Pope bit.ly/2vvjgyW), which also found a 9-point the refugee count to zero)? changes? Benedict’s hermeneutic of continuity. drop in the president’s approval rating Reject gun control so more assault Father Schmit said that the German It is not based on a hermeneutic of among white Catholics. weapons are available so more people bishops, in addition to following Vatican discontinuity and rupture, which seems to That said, however, with a softening of will die? II, were also following direction of Pope be the default position of Pope Francis, his white evangelical support, Catholics can Be friends with dictator heads in other Francis. But even Pope Francis, the advisers and most progressive Catholics. expect to have a full-court press made to countries (North Korea and Russia) who most liberal pope in my lifetime, warned The recent changes to the staff and course increase support of Trump. Can we expect have killed so many, even their own families? the German bishops last June against content at the Pontifical John Paul II the USCCB or individual bishops to stand Interfere in the upcoming 2020 election “temptation” and called on them to avoid Theological Institute for Marriage and Family up and be counted as Christianity Today as you have done? “adapting” the Church to “current logic.” is a good example of Weigel’s concerns. did? Time will tell, but I won’t hold my breath. Insult people, call them nasty names He also said that churches “wither and Had Father Schmit read Weigel’s lat- Jim McCrea and mock the physically handicapped as die” when divorced from Rome; a clear est book, “The Irony of Modern Catholic Piedmont you have repeatedly done? warning against schism. History,” he would know that Weigel sup- How can God possibly be on the side Issues like the ones the German bish- ports development in the Church’s self- Remove Trump of someone who does such things and ops are discussing are for the Universal understanding of matters doctrinal and The former editor of Christianity Today, demonstrates so much evil? Church to consider, not one national con- pastoral. However, would Weigel agree Mark Galli, has stated that Donald Trump Oh, by the way, in case the president ference of bishops. with Father Schmit’s statement “... theology should be removed from office. I agree for didn’t know, God did not create only your I would be greatly interested if anyone changes sometimes slowly, other times many reasons ... many more than the infa- evangelicals — he created every other could show concrete support for any of quickly ... if theology is going to speak mous “phone call.” Let us agree to lift the group on this planet. the German bishops’ proposals in the 16 to the present it must resonate with the GOP members in prayer and guide them Ramona Krausnick documents the Second Vatican Council historical context?” to vote to impeach and remove Trump. Dublin actually published. I suspect Weigel would disagree, since Poor Trump was elected to a position Robert Burke this sentence seems to indicate that con- he knew he was neither prepared nor Go with the pope Antioch temporary experience stands in judgment of fit for. His look of shock when he heard This is a response to Catherine divine revelation. Does not this confuse the the results, along with the majority of Norman’s letter “Saving Lives” (Forum, Starving for the Word validity of the Church’s teaching on a par- Americans, were also in shock. His base Jan 6). With the greatest respect for Rev. ticular subject with its subsequent reception? was ecstatic to hear the results. So the Heartland Institute found 31,478 Ronald Schmit, I have some thoughts to Weigel and other articulate, traditional These voters were looking for some- scientists who deny that humans are share about his response (Forum, Jan. Catholics continue to express their over- one that was not the typical politician. responsible for causing catastrophic heat- 6) to columnist George Weigel, in which riding concern for this pontificate’s will- They were hurting, disgusted and feeling ing of the earth? Wow. But this number is he refers to Weigel as a “traditionalist” ingness to make peace with the sexual abandoned by our government. The dream completely irrelevant without specifying Catholic in opposition to the pope. revolution and the spirit of the age. This of the “middle class” moving further away. how many scientists hold the opposite I love the Mass, traditional or post-Vatican is a blatant surrender to the broad culture Trump voiced their anger and fed into their view. This number must be gobs larger II. I am a convert from Episcopalian to of current respectability. This is the back- mistrust and frustration, using crude and than 31,478, since 97 percent of scientists Catholic over 50 years ago, about the time ground for Weigel’s dislike of the German cruel speeches to ignite rage and divisive- believe that humans are responsible for the change was being made. While some bishops’ synodal process. Weigel has con- ness and saying the things they wished our overheating earth. feel the “traditional” Catholic is trying to revert sistently called for the Church to rediscover they could say that refugees and non- She mentions that carbon dioxide to those “old days and old ways,” something its evangelic character. white people were dangerous and taking makes up 0.04 percent of the earth’s is quite amiss with some of the new ways. Steve Shelly our jobs...build a wall and keep them out. atmosphere. But this is quite useless Namely reverence for the Mass. There Fremont Now three years later, Trump has only information all by itself. What is relevant is no longer silence before Mass while sided with the rich and large corporations is that increasing levels of carbon dioxide we prepare for one to one worship with Word of thanks to make them richer. Has not kept his are correlated with increasing tempera- our Lord and God; instead I hear people I usually enjoy Rev. Ronald G. Schmit’s promises. Trump welcomed the interfer- tures on earth. And we continue to pump discussing their bunions and gout, or even writings and words on the Church in the ence of Russia in our hallowed electoral more of this carbon dioxide into the air, the priest sitting in with the congregation Modern World. I especially found this in his process for his benefit. by burning fossil fuels. Google “Evidence discussing the football game. I see people recent letter (Forum, Jan. 6). I find him to Early on Republican leaders such as man-made climate change” to find out how come in with water bottles and coffee cups, be a fine writer with a good vision of the Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, were we humans have done this. dressed in shorts and flip-flops. Then there Vatican Council. aghast at Trump’s actions — later defend- If you want more current evidence, read is the applause at the end of Mass, how and I also very much enjoyed watching “The ing his actions or just as bad, ignoring about Australia’s devastating wildfires. Or when that began I will never understand Two Popes,” the Netflix series. I recom- them. It appears that this is to further their about melting glaciers, which will make as though one has seen a play or concert mend it to prayerful, thoughtful people. own agendas and hoping to maintain their much of the land we live on go underwater. instead of celebrating the sacredness and Rev. Thomas Weston, SJ electability in the future and fearing the (It’s OK if you live on a mountain, but many sacrifice of our Lord Jesus Christ. Oakland public vitriol of the president. How embar- of us don’t.) But to be fair, I suppose that Weigel may be, like many of us, literally rassing to admit that this president has the as the earth warms, one is less likely to starving for the Word of God. I have wit- Be counted lowest reputation of any past president. freeze to death. nessed many priests who use the pulpit for Dennis Wasco wrote (Forum, Jan. Let us do the president a favor: offer our I’ll still go with the pope. their own agendas — inserting their own 20) that one of the flagship publications fervent prayers for the Senate to conduct a Robert Zanker homilies during the actual consecration, of American Evangelicalism (Christianity fair trial and remove him from office. Concord stopping after the consecration to tell us Today) in a Dec. 19 editorial, denounced to “look around at the beauty of the church President Trump’s political and moral fail- and to give more money to the second ings. Wasco urged Catholic bishops to do collection” and then back to consecrate the same. 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