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Franciscan Sister William Marie Eleniki, left, and Dominican Sister Mary Mark N. Berdin congratu- late each other on their jubilee celebrations, April 6 at the Co- Cathedral of St. Theresa. Both celebrated 50-year anniversaries of their profession of vows.

HCH photo | Darlene Dela Cruz 2 HAWAII HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD • APRIL 12, 2013 Confirmation schedule, 2013 Hawaii The time after Easter is traditionally “confirmation season” in the dio- Sts. Peter and Paul, Ala Moana: May 26, 6 p.m. cese. Here is the schedule of this year’s confirmation ceremonies as an- Holy Trinity, Kuliouou: June 1, 10 a.m. Catholic nounced by the Office of the Bishop. Bishop Larry Silva is presided over St. Anthony, Kalihi,* Blessed Sacrament, Pauoa: June 1, 6 p.m. 26 ceremonies, vicar general Father Gary Secor is presiding over 19. Herald St. Stephen, Nuuanu: Sept. 29, 9:30 a.m. Newspaper of the Diocese of Honolulu Bishop Larry Silva presiding Founded in 1936 Father Gary Secor, vicar general, presiding Published every other Friday Cathedral of Our Lady of Peace: April 6, 10:30 a.m. PUBLISHER Christ the King, Kahului: April 11, 7 p.m. St. George, Waimanalo: April 20, 6 p.m. Bishop Larry Silva Our Lady of Good Counsel, Pearl City: April 21, 5 p.m. (808) 585-3356 St. Joseph, Makawao*, St. Rita, Haiku: April 12, 6:30 p.m. [email protected] St. John Vianney, Kailua: April 28, 11 a.m. Maria Lanakila, Lahaina: April 13, 9:30 a.m. EDITOR St. Theresa, Kihei: April 13, 5:30 p.m. St. John Apostle and Evangelist, Mililani: April 28, 6 p.m. Patrick Downes Holy Cross, Kalaheo*, St. Theresa, Kekaha: May 4, 10 a.m. (808) 585-3317 St. Ann, Waihee: April 14, 8:30 a.m. [email protected] Immaculate Conception, Lihue: May 4, 5 p.m. St. Anthony, Wailuku: April 14, 11 a.m. REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER Our Lady Queen of Angels, Kula: April 14, 5 p.m. St. Raphael, Koloa: May 5, 9:30 a.m. Darlene J.M. Dela Cruz (808) 585-3320 Holy Rosary, Paia: April 15, 6 p.m. St. Catherine, Kapaa: May 5, 5 p.m. [email protected] St. Jude, Kapolei: April 17, 7 p.m. St. Ann, Kaneohe: May 11, 6 p.m. ADVERTISING St. John the Baptist, Kalihi (Spanish): April 21, 12 p.m. Our Lady of the Mount, Kalihi Valley: May 12, 8:30 a.m. Shaina Caporoz (808) 585-3328 St. Elizabeth, Aiea: April 21, 6 p.m. Sacred Heart, Punahou*, St. Pius X, Manoa: May 19, 5 p.m. [email protected] St. Joseph, Waipahu: May 11, 10 a.m. Newman Center, University of Hawaii: May 24, 6 p.m. CIRCULATION Star of the Sea, Waialae-Kahala: May 11, 5:30 p.m. St. John the Baptist, Kalihi: May 25, 5 p.m. Donna Aquino (808) 585-3321 Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa, Kalihi-Palama: May 12, 10:30 a.m. St. Michael, Waialua: May 26, 10 a.m. [email protected] Annunciation, Waimea*, and West Hawaii parishes: May 18, 10 a.m. Immaculate Conception, Ewa: May 26, 5 p.m. HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD (ISSN-10453636) Periodical postage Sacred Heart, Pahoa: May 18, 5 p.m. Our Lady of Sorrows, Wahiawa: June 1, 5 p.m. paid at Honolulu, Hawaii. Published ev- St. Theresa, Mountain View: May 19, 1 p.m. Holy Family, Honolulu: June 2, 7 p.m. ery other week, 26 issues a year, by the St. Joseph, Hilo*, Immaculate Heart of Mary, Papaikou: May 19, 6 p.m. Roman Catholic Church in the State of St. Rita, Nanakuli: June 8, 5 p.m. Hawaii, 1184 Bishop Street, Honolulu, HI St. Patrick, Kaimuki: May 21, 7 p.m. St. Anthony, Kailua: June 9, 6 p.m. 96813. Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Ewa Beach: May 25, 5 p.m. ONE YEAR SUBSCRIPTION RATES Hawaii: $24 St. Philomena, Salt Lake: May 26, 9 a.m. *Location of confirmation Mass for two or more parishes Mainland: $26 Mainland 1st class: $40 Foreign: $30 POSTMASTER Send address changes to: Hawaii Catholic Herald, 1184 Bishop Street, Honolulu, HI 96813. Official Notices OFFICE Hawaii Catholic Herald Bishop’s Calendar April 15, 6:00 pm, Confirma- Confirmation Mass for Hispanic Announcements/Appointments 1184 Bishop St. April 12, 7:00 am, Hawaii tion Mass for Holy Rosary Parish, Community, St. John the Baptist Bishop Silva has appointed Honolulu, HI 96813 Prayer Breakfast, Hilton Hawaiian Paia. Parish, Kalihi; 5:00 pm, Confirma- Reverend William Kunisch as Pas- PHONE (808) 585-3300 Village, Waikiki. [Fr. Gary Secor]; April 16, 12:00 pm, Hawaii tion Mass for Our Lady of Good tor of Resurrection of the Lord Catholic Conference, Kamiano Counsel Parish, Pearl City. [Fr. Gary FAX 6:30 pm, Confirmation Mass for Parish, Waipio, effective July 1, (808) 585-3381 St. Joseph Parish, Makawao and Center, downtown Honolulu; 5:30 Secor]; 6:00 pm, Confirmation 2013. He will replace Reverend pm, Annual Serra Club Melchize- Mass for St. Elizabeth Parish, Aiea. WEBSITE St. Rita Parish, Haiku at St. Joseph Paul Minchak, OFM Cap., who is www.hawaiicatholicherald.com dek Dinner for Clergy, Blessed Sac- April 23, 9:30 am, Bishop’s Church, Makawao. retiring. E-MAIL April 13, 9:30 am, Confirma- rament Parish, Pauoa. Administrative Advisory Coun- Bishop Silva has appointed Rev- [email protected] cil, Chancery; 12:00 pm, Hawaii tion Mass for Maria Lanakila Par- April 17, 7:00 pm, Confirmation erend Gregorio Honorio, MS, as Pa- NEWS DEADLINES ish, Lahaina; 5:30 pm, Confirma- Mass for St. Jude Parish, Kapolei. Catholic Community Foundation, rochial Vicar of the Co-Cathedral of Nine days before publication date. tion Mass for St. Theresa Parish, April 19-20, Diocesan Pastoral Chancery. St. Theresa, Honolulu, from June ADvertising DEADLINES Kihei; 6:00 pm, St. Anthony, Kailua Council, St. Stephen Diocesan Cen- April 24, 11:30 am, Mass for 1-June 30, 2013, and as Admin- Nine days before publication date. Scholarship Gala & 60th Anniver- ter (SSDC), Kaneohe. Administrative Professionals’ Day, istrator of the Co-Cathedral of St. ADVERTISING INFORMATION SSDC; 4:30 pm, Catholic Charities For a rate card or other information, call sary Celebration, Kaneohe Marine April 20, 4:00 pm, 80th Anni- Theresea, effective July 1, 2013. Shaina Caporoz, 585-3328. A rate card is Corps Base. [Fr. Gary Secor] versary Celebration for St. Stephen Hawaii (CCH) Board of Directors, Very Reverend Johnathan Hur- also available at www.hawaiicatholicher- April 14, 8:30 am, Confirmation Parish, Nuuanu; 6:00 pm, Confir- CCH Ching Campus, Makiki. rell, ss.cc., Provincial Superior of ald.com. Click on “Advertising.” Mass for St. Ann Parish, Waihee; mation Mass for St. George Parish, April 25, 10:00 am, Diocesan the Sacred Hearts Congregation, “PASS IT ON” POLICY 1:00 pm, Confirmation Mass for Waimanalo. [Fr. Gary Secor] Department Heads, SSDC; 12:45 has appointed Reverend Dedi Ri- To share an issue of the Hawaii Catholic pm, Hawaii Pastors Roundtable Herald with a friend, write or call us and St. Anthony Parish, Wailuku; 6:00 April 21, 7:00 am, Mass and beru, ss.cc. as Parochial Vicar for we will send him or her a free copy. Or pm, Confirmation Mass for Kula Installation of Fr. Richard McNally, Gathering with Legislators, Hawaii St. Ann Parish, Kaneohe, effective give them yours and we will send you Catholic Community at Holy Ghost ss.cc. as Pastor of Our Lady of Sor- State Capitol. January 1, 2013. Bishop Silva has another one while supplies last. Mission, Kula. rows Parish, Wahiawa; 12:00 pm, confirmed this appointment. LETTERS TO THE HERALD Letters are welcome. Letters should pertain to a story or issue in the Ha- waii Catholic Herald, be courteous, and not exceed 250 words. Letters must be signed and include an address and phone number for verification. Letters Heralding back may be edited for length and clarity. Send them to Letters to the Herald, 1184 NEWS FROM PAGES PAST Bishop Street, Honolulu, HI 96813 or to 50 years ago – April 12, 1963 said, and education is needed to promote the [email protected]. role of men in their relationships with women. MEMBER Left, Jocelyn Cooper, senior, and Mary Catholic Press Association Sister Jeanne Anne Collis, C.S.J., is “looking Beth Berry, junior, of St. Francis Convent forward to studying” the preliminary document School, took first place in original oratory which was released this past Tuesday. and extemporaneous speaking at the second ADDRESS CORRECTIONS annual Hawaii Speech League’s Forensic To make corrections to your Speech Tournament. ... A total of 108 students 10 years ago – April 11, 2003 subscription name or address, cut out the address from 19 schools took part in the three-day New Benedictine stained glass label from the front page tournament at Iolani School. window depicts Mary, spouse of the (reverse side). Holy Spirit Please correct my name. 25 years ago – April 15, 1988 Please correct my ad- Diocese ready, willing to review new During Mass on the Feast of the dress. Annunciation of the Lord, March 25, the We are receiving two pastoral on women’s concerns Benedictine Monastery of Hawaii in Waialua copies. Please cancel this When the U.S. bishops committee preparing blessed its new stained glass window. one. the pastoral letter on women’s concerns three The 4 by 8 foot Palladian-style antique Please cancel this sub- years ago asked for ideas from local dioceses, window, depicting a pregnant Mary beneath scription. Honolulu took them seriously and spoke her the Holy Spirit in the form of a dove, stands MAIL TO directly behind the altar in the community’s Donna Aquino mind. Now that the first draft is out and open Hawaii Catholic Herald for review, our diocese is again ready to jump new multi-purpose building. 1184 Bishop Street into the action. Said Benedictine Father David Barfknecht, Honolulu, HI 96813 The draft pastoral denounced sexism the community superior, “I think it is very QUESTIONS? and discrimination while encouraging fitting. It speaks of Mary, Spouse of the Holy Call Donna, 585-3321 equal opportunities in non-ordained church Spirit who, from the very early days of our leadership and in employment. Maternity is arrival in Hawaii, became the patroness of our a role that needs special protection, the letter community.” APRIL 12, 2013 • HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD HAWAII 3

HCH photo | Darlene Dela Cruz From left, Sister Marykutty Mathew Kottuppallil of the Missionary Sisters of Mary Help of Christians, and Sacred Hearts Sisters Anne-Marie Tamanaha, Joseph Mary Cefra and Herman Julia Aki. Hawaii clergy and religious joyfully celebrate jubilees By Patrick Downes “We learn from these jubilar- Sister Giovanna Marie Marcoccia, Hawaii Catholic Herald ians that all the burdens of minis- CSJ, profession try are light,” he said. Twenty-nine men and women The congregation applauded 50 years marking anniversaries of their re- each honoree at the close of Mass Father Allen DeLong, SM, profes- ligious lives as priests, sisters and when each came forward to accept sion brothers were honored at the an- a gift from Bishop Silva. Benedic- Father Thomas Choo, SS.CC., pro- nual diocesan jubilee celebration tine Sister Mary Jo McEnany drew fession for clergy and religious April 6 at additional cheers from members Father Patrick Killilea, SS.CC., pro- the Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa. of the Basic Christian Community fession Bishop Larry Silva presided at of Hawaii. Father Albert Garcia, SS.CC., profes- the mid-morning Mass attended A group of 10 came all the way sion by a churchful of family, friends from the Big Island to celebrate and well-wishers. Eighteen priests Sister M. Mark Berdin, OP, profes- with Sister Marykutty Kottuppal- sion concelebrated, including four who lil, a Missionary Sister of Mary Sister Janet Rose, OSF, profession themselves were celebrating anni- Help of Christians who served at versaries. St. Joseph Parish in Hilo for sev- Sister Paulette Yeung, MM, profes- HCH photo | Darlene Dela Cruz Twenty of the jubilarians were eral years. sion Celebrating 70 years, Sister M. Olivia Gibson of the Sisters of St. Francis of sisters representing seven reli- All received a standing ovation Sister Joseph Mary Cefra, SS.CC., the Neumann Communities is greeted by well-wishers after the Mass. gious communities, eight were at the end. profession priests and one was a Christian After Mass, everyone headed Sister Dolores Marie Pavao, SS.CC., Brother. Two were celebrating over to the parish hall to enjoy a profession 70 years, eight were celebrating lunch of chicken salad, pork ado- Sister Joan Rita Cosme, SS.CC., 60 years, 12 were celebrating 50 bo, mochiko chicken and brown years, and seven were marking profession rice. 25 years. The religious and four Sister William Marie Eleniki, OSF, Here are the jubilarian honor- of the priests observed anniversa- profession ees: ries of religious vows. Four other Sister Norise Kaiser, OSF, profession priests marked ordination anni- 70 years versaries. Brother Francis Matthew Popish, 25 years Eleven of those honored were CFC, profession Father Augustine Uthuppu, MS, ordination not present. Those who were there Sister M. Olivia Gibson, OSF, profes- were laden with leis — graduation sion Father Joseph Pathiyil, MF, ordina- style. tion The joyful liturgy for the Sat- 60 years Father Kuriakose Nadooparambil, urday after Easter was filled with Sister Mary Jo McEnany, OSB, pro- MF, ordination Latin, Gregorian chant and allelu- fession Father Adviento Reclusado, ordina- ias. Four deacons assisted. Sister Herman Julia Aki, SS.CC., tion “We are here to honor women profession Sister M. Cecilia Fabular, OP, profes- and men who have given witness Sister Anne-Marie Tamanaha, sion to the risen Jesus,” Bishop Silva SS.CC., profession said in his homily. Sister Birina Kirway, MM, profession “They have encountered him Sister Margaret Antone Milho, OSF, Sister Marykutty Kottuppallil, profession and have led others to encounter MSMHC, profession him as well,” he said. Sister Rose Loraine Matsuzaki, OSF, Though they may have “suf- profession Correction: The March 29 Hawaii fered many hardships, misun- Sister Ann Faber Chang, CSJ, pro- Catholic Herald mistakenly listed derstandings,” Bishop Silva said, fession Dominican Sister M. Mark Berdin HCH photo | Darlene Dela Cruz “they continue giving faithful wit- Sister Rose Damien Malabon, CSJ, as celebrating her 25th anniversary. Bishop Larry Silva congratulates Sacred Hearts Father Thomas Choo. ness to Jesus.” profession She is celebrating her 50th. 4 HAWAII HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD • APRIL 12, 2013

OBITUARY Carondelet Sister Marie Agnese Arsenault served 45 years as a teacher on Maui, Oahu Specializing in Reverse Mortgages NMLS #98161 Sister Marie Agnese Arsenault, habit on March 19, 1941, taking parish food pantry. Pacific Guardian Center a Sister of St. Joseph of Caronde- the name Sister Marie Agnese. She returned to St. Paul on 733 Bishop Street Suite 152. 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She also taught Some years she was able to Purchase right size – Buy a home that better fits your shy of her 90th religious education and summer visit her mother in Seattle or her retirement needs! birthday and two vacation classes. brother in Maine. She attended days after the Sister Marie Agnese was as- community trips to St. Louis and What will you qualify for?? 70th anniversary signed to Hawaii in 1953 serving Los Angeles as well as an Engaged of her vows. for nine years as a kindergarten Encounter Convention in Texas. Call Me — Steve Llorens 808-542-4723 She was a and grade school teacher. She re- Sister Marie Agnese had a 808-260-9676 Sister Marie much-loved turned to St. Paul in 1962 at the great devotion to the Blessed Sac- NMLS ID #306843 / MS #3369 Agnese kindergar- request of Sister Devota, who rament. It was her delight to have Arsenault, CSJ ten teacher on was in failing health, teaching at the chapel as her charge wherever Oahu where she Guardian Angels School in Hast- she was missioned. Artistic and worked for many years. She also ings for four years. creative, she decorated the cha- ministered on Maui in parish and After Sister Devota’s death pels according to the seasons, of- social ministries. in 1966, Sister Marie Agnese re- ten with few resources. Come andVisit Us! Sister Marie Agnese was born turned to Hawaii to teach kinder- She loved her community and Edna Marie Arsenault into a garten from 1966 to 1986 at St. was an eager and hard worker. French-speaking household in Joseph School in Waipahu and While at St. Theresa School, her Rumford, Maine, on April 26, St. Theresa School in Honolulu. kindergarten classes would num- 1923, to Arthur and Agnes Arse- She also taught weekly parish re- ber up to 50 children. She was nault. She had two brothers, Paul ligious education classes, earning always gentle and patient with and Henry. She attended a French- the St. Pius X catechist medal. her students, both young and old, language Catholic grade school Her teaching career switched while teaching them to love Je- and boarded for one year of high to parish ministry when Sister Ma- sus. The children loved her. The school in Coaticook, Quebec. rie Agnese moved to Maui in 1986 people of Maui showed their ap- Her maternal aunt, Sister Devo- to Christ the King Church in Ka- preciation by giving her a trip to ta Doucette, a Sister of St. Joseph hului. There she directed the Rite the Holy Land. of Carondelet, planted the seed of Christian Initiation of Adults, The last surviving member of of a religious vocation in young served in campus ministry at Maui her immediate family, she died as Edna, who left Maine at age 16 to Community College, and became she had lived, quietly and peace- enter the novitiate in St. Paul on involved in Engaged Encounter, fully. Her funeral was March 26 Forthe Islands’ andthe Pacific’sBEST Aug. 14, 1940. There she learned the Catholic marriage preparation at Carondelet Village. She was English and completed her high program. buried in Resurrection Cemetery • Catholicbooksand Bibles school education at the College On Maui she also volunteered beside her beloved aunt Sister De- • Prayerbooks of St. Catherine. She received the at a senior care home and at the vota. • ReligiousArticles • Apps andE-books OBITUARY • DVDs andMusic CDs Carondelet Sister Mary Barbara Vennard taught • And lotsofnew titles for children... 1143 Bishop Street,Honolulu 96813 808-521-2731 9 years in Hawaii, remembered for her dedication Sister of St. Joseph of Caron- tional Commercial Bank and as a woman of humility, she had a gift delet Mary Barbara Vennard, who typist at the Army Depot in Albany for inspiring confidence in others Our new hours taught for nine years in Catholic before entering the novitiate of through her warmth, patience and Monday&Saturdays: 10 am -4pm schools in Hawaii, died on Easter the Sisters of St. Joseph of Caron- affirming smile. Tuesday-Friday:9am -5pm Sunday, March 31, at St. Joseph delet on March 19, 1945. Sister Mary Barbara was devot- Sundays: closed Provincial House She professed her final vows ed to her family, and they, in turn, We validate parkingatthe CenturySquaregarageonly. in Latham, N.Y. on August 15, 1950. She served were constant and unceasing in She was 87 and for 53 years in schools in the Syra- their tender care for her. She was a religious for 68 cuse, Honolulu and Albany Dio- blessed with the final gift of enter- TheDaughters years. ceses. In Hawaii, she taught 1954- ing into the fullness of everlasting of St.Paul Sister Mary 1961 at St. Joseph and 1961-1963 life on Easter Sunday when the Barbara, de- at Christ the King. whole church is taken up with the of theHonolulu scribed as a wom- She also worked as a parish joy of the Resurrection. Community an of deep faith minister for six years in Albany Sister Mary Barbara’s funeral arehere and a dedicated and Syracuse. Since 2005, she has Mass was celebrated April 6 in the Sister Mary Bar- teacher, taught at been a volunteer at St. Joseph’s chapel of St. Joseph’s Provincial to serveyou! bara Vennard, St. Joseph School Provincial House. House, Latham. She was interred CSJ in Waipahu and Sister Mary Barbara’s life was in Our Lady Queen of Virgins Christ the King rooted in her love of God and in Cemetery on the Provincial House School in Kahului. her desire to live out that love grounds. Donations in Sister Mary Sister Mary Barbara was born in service to others. She was a Barbara’s name may be made to Keuaolilei Creations Jean Catherine Vennard in Al- teacher attentive to the needs the Development Office, Sisters of bany, N.Y., on April 30, 1925. She of her students, especially those St. Joseph, 385 Watervliet-Shaker worked as a bookkeeper at Na- who found learning difficult. A Road, Latham, NY 12110. Earrings by Kehau CALENDAR BRIEFS [email protected] (808) 631-7542 Easter, RCIA are themes Scholarships the goal for are so excited and know we can achieve this goal! Hopefully other for day of recollection St. Francis Bingo night classes will follow suit and many “Created For You” Sacred Hearts Father David The Class of ‘61 of Saint Fran- more scholarships will become Lupo will direct an Easter-themed cis School in Manoa is having a available for the benefit of our Rite of Christian Initiation of fabulous “Bingo Night” on Satur- students.” Adults day of recollection, 9 a.m.- day, May 4, 4:30-10 p.m. at Saint The night will include Dinner, Appraise It!Hawaii, LLC 3 p.m., April 20, at St. Anthony Re- Francis School, 2707 Pamoa Refreshments, 2 drinks, Bingo and treat Center in Kalihi. Participants Road, in the Almeida Student fabulous prizes for a mere dona- 98-406 KaonohiSt. #6,Aiea, HI 96701 — ph 808-486-3833 will discuss the question, “What Center. tion of $45. Fax 808-484-0159 — [email protected] does the Risen Christ want?” The The Class of ‘61 is working Make checks payable to: Saint cost is $20 and includes lunch. to create a $10,000 endowment Francis Class of ‘61, Atten: Fran- Trusts,Estates,Mortgage, PMIDeletion, VA &FHA,Financial Planning The registration deadline is April fund that will generate a perpet- cis Chun, 335 Hao Street, Hono- 17. Call Kimberly at 845-4353, or ual annual scholarship for a de- lulu, HI 96821.Hurry! Seats are Mary J. Tiwanak, CertifiedResidential Appraiser email Father Lupo at lupo.david@ serving Saint Francis student. limited! Mahalo nui loa for your Visitour websiteat www.appraiseithawaii.com yahoo.com. Said alumna JoJo Correa: “We support! APRIL 12, 2013 • HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD HAWAII 5 Medal of Honor recipient listed at Punchbowl also Happy Easter a candidate for sainthood By Catholic News Service herding the souls of his DIOCESAN CONGRESSOFFILIPINOCATHOLICCLUBS At the National Memorial Cem- relatives and etery of the Pacific in Punchbowl others he had Rev. Edgar Brillantes,Spiritual Director Crater, carved into the light brown known from Sr.Rosalinda Barrozo, MM, AssociateSp. Dir. trani stone tablets of the Courts childhood, he Ms.Estrella Estillore,Executive Secretary of the Missing, among the 8,195 was allowed to Mrs. IluminadaDirecto,Pres. –Mrs.EleanarePandaroan,Treas. names of Korean War soldiers volunteer for and sailors “whose earthly resting CNS photo/St. Louis Review the Army chap- place is known only to God,” is U.S. Army chap- laincy. (VicePresidents) (Councils) (Spiritual Directors) the name of a candidate for both lain Father Emil He first Mrs. Donna Urban-HiguchiHawaiiRev.Sam Loterte,SSS the United States’ highest military Kapaun, who served with Mrs. EleanorAquinde Maui Deacon PatrickR.Constantino honor and the highest honor the died May 23, U.S. troops Mrs. Anabel Portugal KauaiRev. EdisonPamintuan,MS church can give: 1951, in a North in India and Mr. SoteroV.Jucutan Oahu Rev. Clarence Fisher EMIL JOSEPH KAPAUN Korean prisoner Burma before CAPT-8 REGT 1 CAV DIV-KANSAS of war camp returning to Father Kapaun was a U.S. Army parish work in Catholic chaplain during the Ko- Kansas in 1946. When the Korean rean War who saved the lives of conflict heated up, it was off to dozens of soldiers in the field and the front lines. CALLING ALL LOVERS OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION in a North Korean prisoner of war In Korea, Father Kapaun gave camp before his death. last rites and Holy Communion to thousands of the dying. He often This week he was scheduled to could be seen taking fruit and wa- receive posthumously the Medal ter to dehydrated soldiers. In Sep- of Honor from President Barack tember of 1950, Father Kapaun Obama. was awarded the Bronze Star for His heroic deeds have also put bravery. In less than two months him in line for possible canoniza- he would be a prisoner of war. tion. About 300 of the 8th Calvary A priest of the Diocese of Wich- Regiment had crossed the bor- ST. ANTHONY JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL ON MAUI NEEDS YOU! ita, Kan., whose sainthood cause der into the North in pursuit of was formally opened in 2008, was the enemy. The record shows St. Anthony Junior Senior High School on Maui (SAJSHS) is grateful for miracles as an ANGEL to be honored during ceremonies the 35-year-old chaplain had the DONOR has offered to MATCH US UP TO $150,000 UNTIL THE END OF THIS SCHOOL YEAR! at the White House April 11 and chance to fall back to safety dur- at the Pentagon April 12. ing a battle between U.S. and Chi- Todd Tiahrt, a former Kansas nese forces, but instead chose to Did you know SAJSHS was a founding institution serving Maui for over 160 years? Did you congressman who has advocated stay and was captured along with know our rich history boasts having housed Saint Marianne on its beautiful campus? Did you for the honor for years, said the dozens of men. know that for the last few years each and every SAJSHS graduate has been accepted to col- award is well deserved. Former prisoners of war said “What he did in the face of ad- that during his captivity Father lege? And did you know that St. Anthony is the only Catholic high school on Maui? versity at the risk of his own life Kapaun defied the intimidating was remarkable. I’m very pleased camp guards by praying with cap- Please help us preserve and grow SAJSHS. Time is short for this MATCH FUND! SAJSHS has by the award. I think it’s justified tive soldiers, sharing food rations an incredible opportunity and needs your help to get access to these much needed funds. fully,” Tiahrt told Catholic News with injured comrades and urging Service March 1. them to resist relentless interroga- SAJSHS’s family and friends are asking you, humbly, and personally, to PLEASE GIVE NOW “I’m very excited that Father tion. He would often risk death to to support higher Catholic Education on Maui. Send in $100, $250, $500 or as much as you Kapaun is getting this recogni- find food for his starving men. can, before June 29th to make your dollars’ worth twice as much (up to $150,000!) Just think tion,” he said. After contracting an infection The Wichita Eagle reported caused by severely sprained ankle, about the value that Catholic Education has awarded you, your kids, or your grandkids with that President Barack Obama Father Kapaun died of starvation the life skills, character building, and leadership qualities of which you’re so proud. called Father Kapaun’s sister-in- and pneumonia May 23, 1951, in law, Helen Kapaun, of suburban a prison in Pyoktong, North Korea. But there’s more! Because of this offer, ANOTHER ANGEL has stepped up to TRIPLE MATCH Bel Aire, in December to tell her A canonization cause for Father the news. She and her family were Kapaun formally opened in 2008 any donation of $100 or less (up to $5000!) Also please consider putting SAJSHS on a regular expected to be on hand to receive with a Mass at St. John Nepomu- donation schedule of $20 per month, or any amount you can. IT’S FOR THE STUDENTS! the medal. cene Church in Pilsen. Church Father Kapaun is the seventh officials in Kansas and elsewhere SAJSHS will report its success and award a PRIZE for the person who donates the most. Army chaplain to receive the Med- have collected documentation al of Honor since its conception in to support the sainthood cause th 1861. and continue to advocate for the A REALLY GOOD PRIZE at our school Ho’olaule’a on Saturday, June 29 2013. A native of Pilsen, Kansas, priest’s canonization. Father Kapaun was ordained in ‘Pono up’ - IT WORKS! 1940, and initially assigned to his Duane A. Vachon of Hawaii contributed to this story. home parish. Uneasy about shep- Please make out your generous check to St. Anthony Jr. Sr. High School then mail to 1618 Lower Main St. Wailuku, HI. 96793 and note Hawaii Catholic Herald Match and you will be automatically entered to win. Or donate online atwww.sasmaui.com for automatic entry. Every dollar is worth DOUBLE OR TRIPLE! St. Anthony’s Junior Senior High School Board, parents and students are grateful for miracles and thank you in advance of your generous, tax deductible, contributions.

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Photo courtesy of Lisa Gomes Young Kauai confirmation retreatants smile for the camera. Eric Carlbom President Grateful Hearts Campaign ROAD MAP PRIORITIES 832-0555 Broken Springs Replaced www.overheaddoorhawaii.com24 hour EmergencyService SECURITYAND QUALITY “GENIE”OPENERS Youth included on Kauai confirmation retreat team By Lisa Dahm Special to the Herald Campaign spending The Kauai vicariate confirmation retreat in November for 100 students at Holy Cross Parish in Kalaheo wasn’t your typical, adult-led experience. Facilitated Mahalo to the Volunteers by the Basic Christian Community of Hawaii, the leadership team Activity: Kauai confirmation retreat of St. Francis Healthcare System! included an important group — People served: Youth of Kauai and high school seniors fresh from youth from Oahu who helped retreat their own confirmation. facilitation According to Lisa Gomes, di- Road Map priorities: Youth and rector of the Office of Youth and young adults, faith formation and Young Adult Ministry, the model leadership of youth leading youth is a suc- With Grateful Hearts Funding: cessful, fresh approach. $1,000 “The whole model of the BCC retreat team — a mixture of youth and adults — really empowers my life and perspective of God. their own team members to be (It) made me open up, which isn’t leaders,” Gomes said. easy for me to do, but with every- She said that from the retreat, one there to support you and be youth team members gained lead- there for you, (it) made it easy.” ership skills and learned how to This retreat supports the prior- lead small group discussions. ity that the Diocese of Honolulu’s “If they feel comfortable about strategic plan, “Witness to Jesus: being leaders in this situation, Diocesan Road Map for Pastoral, then they will feel comfortable Program, and Facility Needs,” in the larger church community,” places on youth and young adults Gomes said of the BCCH youth and faith formation. team members. According to Gomes, the Kauai A gentle touch. A listening ear. A servant’s heart. “I loved the retreat!” Janica confirmation retreat is part of the Every day, the volunteers of St. Francis Healthcare System Marie wrote on a comment card wider mission of her office, which after attending the Kauai retreat. bring joy, hope and healing into the lives is to help youth realize their value “The whole crew was so nice. I in the church community. of our patients and their families. could see God in every single one She said she hopes to provide of you. All the activities we did programs and opportunities for made me re-evaluate myself and them to grow in their faith. She During National Volunteer Recognition Month, my relationship with God, and it hopes they recognize that they are we thank all of our faithful volunteers for being there for our patients really made me feel closer to him.” never too young to make a differ- According to Mason Matsuda, and for being a valuable part of our healthcare team. ence in their parishes, whether president of the BCCH, the retreat they choose to serve as lectors, objectives were to connect youth greeters, altar servers, or religious Make a Difference in the Lives of Others to God through Jesus Christ, to If you would like to be a hospice volunteer, the church, to the community, to education assistants. the mission of the church in the “Youth and Young Adult Pro- join us for our upcoming training sessions grams are an integral part of the on four consecutive Saturdays, April 27 to May 18, world, and to a peer faith community. Diocesan Road Map,” Gomes said. at our Liliha campus. “We will always help youth “The Road Map states that par- Contact Patty Martin, Director of Volunteer Programs, know they are loved by God and ishes ‘welcome and incorporate at 547-8134 or [email protected]. others beyond their family by youth, young adults and their always pointing to Jesus Christ families’ into the life of the par- as the ever present solution for ish.” strength and guidance,” said Mat- She said she values the With suda. Grateful Hearts funding the youth Although the Kauai vicariate and young adult programs re- has done vicariate confirmation ceive. retreats for many years, this is “We are very grateful to With the third year the BCCH has fa- Grateful Hearts donors,” Gomes cilitated the retreat, and the first said. “Without funding, we would time it received With Grateful not be able to do any of what we Hearts funding. The grant was for do.” $1,000. Grateful Hearts support makes “It’s great to know that 100 it possible to connect with the youth are going to go forward group voted most important in the from this confirmation retreat,” Road Map — the youth. (808) 547-8134 Gomes said. “Hopefully it will give “I felt more in touch with God, them a deeper connection to their Jesus, and my religion,” wrote faith and their parishes.” Curtis “Curty” Santos after the re- StFrancisHawaii.org “It was great,” wrote Abygail treat. “I also felt loved because of Bueno. “(It) honestly changed all of the kind people around me.” APRIL 12, 2013 • HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD HAWAII 7 To protect the children A comprehensive diocesan response to clergy sexual abuse involves training, screening, outreach and investigation By Darlene J.M. Dela Cruz lish an office of “safe environment” Background checks local organizations that provide ex- full communion with the Church.” Hawaii Catholic Herald to ensure proper implementation of All prospective employees and ternal services helpful for the safe At least one is to be a priest, while the USCCB charter. In the Honolulu environment program. The Sex the charter recommends that most In light of the clergy sexual volunteers who will work with diocese, the coordinator for that of- children must undergo criminal Abuse Treatment Center at Kapi- be lay people not employed by the abuse scandals that rocked the fice is Jayne Mondoy, the director background checks. The diocesan olani Medical Center works with diocese. One of the members must Catholic Church in recent decades, of the diocesan Office of Religious Human Resources Office arranges the diocese to assist in therapy and have experience in the treatment of dioceses across the U.S. have taken Education. other needs of abuse victims. St. these screenings for diocesan and sexual abuse of minors. great measures to protect their pa- Mondoy oversees safe environ- Francis Healthcare System of Ha- According to diocesan vicar gen- parish positions. The Office of Cler- rishioners from further harm. They ment training for all clergy, dioc- waii has contributed its expertise in eral Father Gary Secor, the review gy may assist the HR office when also have reached out to victims of esan employees and volunteers, writing diocesan policy and proce- board for the Diocese of Honolulu foreign priests are involved. past abuse to help them heal from in particular those who work with dures to deal with sex abuse cases. has eight members whose expertise The Hawaii Catholic Schools their emotional, spiritual and physi- minors. The training seminars are Catholic Charities Hawaii, Mon- covers areas of legal, psychological office coordinates the background cal pain. done online. According to Mondoy, doy said, has been one of the dio- and pastoral counsel for the bishop. checks for all paid school employ- The Diocese of Honolulu has participants are taught how to “pre- cese’s primary partners by provid- If the bishop receives an allega- made these prevention and recon- vent and recognize signs of abuse.” ees. The Human Resources Office ing counseling for victims and as- tion of possible abuse, Father Secor ciliation efforts a priority. It is an The safe environment program screens school volunteers and inde- sisting in “areas of disclosure.” The said, “he seeks the help of the re- ongoing process that demands con- also has a training curriculum for pendent contract instructors, such diocese’s “victim assistance coordi- view board to evaluate the allega- stant diligence and awareness. children and youth in parish pro- as martial arts trainers and music nator,” a position mandated by the tion.” The diocese has established two grams and Catholic schools. These teachers, who teach in the schools. USCCB charter, is Catholic Charities Board members serve five-year resources to manage the different lessons aim at making them aware Dara Perreira, human resources staffer Edwina Reyes. terms. They meet at least three responses of the sexual abuse crisis: of proper relationship “boundaries” director for the diocese, said the di- Reyes is a licensed marriage and times a year, “and may be convened the diocesan Safe Environment Of- and what to do when certain situa- ocese is very stringent about these family therapist and a substance more often as needed, especially to fice and the Review Board for abuse tions make them feel uneasy. background checks and does not abuse counselor. As victim assis- investigate particular allegations,” cases. According to Mondoy, 3,560 hesitate to turn away those who tance coordinator, she is the pri- Father Secor said. The Safe Environment office volunteers and 2,548 employ- may not be suitable for supervising mary point of contact between the According to safe environment evolved from the “Creating and ees in Hawaii’s parishes, Catholic children including, in extreme situ- diocese and the victims reporting coordinator Mondoy, the diocese Maintaining Safe Environments” schools and diocesan offices have ations, those who should not be in allegations of sexual abuse by cler- has gone above and beyond imple- program the Diocese of Honolulu completed adult safe environment the proximity of children, such as gy or other personnel. She also doc- menting the sex abuse guidelines of created in 2003 to be in compliance courses since the training went on- on school or parish property, wheth- uments allegations for the diocese’s the USCCB. Protecting youth has with the “Charter for the Protection line in 2007. She also said that last er children are present or not. vicar for clergy, and is responsible become a responsibility rooted in of Children and Young People” pro- year close to 5,600 parish religious “Background screening results for reporting to civil authorities any spirituality for all those involved, mulgated by the U.S. Conference of education students were trained at can widely vary. Because we are the allegation that involves a crime. she said. Catholic Bishops the previous year. the parish or by parents who opted church, we still want to be sure that The diocesan Review Board is in Every three years, the diocese The charter outlines a 17-point to use parish-provided materials at the faithful can participate in parish place to advise the bishop as actual undergoes onsite audits by an inde- response to the sexual abuse cri- home. She said an additional 9,400 life,” she said. “Therefore, in certain sex abuse allegations surface. This pendent Mainland agency for safe sis. Among them are obligatory Catholic school students participat- situations where it’s appropriate, confidential, consultative body is environment practices. The diocese background checks for clergy and ed either at school or at home. we encourage individuals to volun- also mandated for each diocese by has never failed an audit and rec- diocesan employees, protocols for “We believe that they (the pro- teer in other ministries that don’t the Charter for the Protection of ommendations from the auditing reporting allegations of abuse to grams) have been effective in keep- involve kids.” Children and Young People. agencies have been followed. public authorities, and the conse- ing children safe through ensuring She said the diocese’s primary The charter states that a review “I think we have moved from an quences for clergy and employees that many eyes and ears in the com- concern is for the children “to be board must be composed of “at attitude of compliance to a pastoral found guilty of abuse. munity are committed to the pro- safe.” least five persons of outstanding attitude of what it means for the Each diocese is required to estab- cess,” Mondoy said. Mondoy also collaborates with integrity and good judgment in community,” Mondoy said.

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TheParishAPRIL 12, 2013 SchoolA SPECIAL FEATURE OF THE HAWAII CATHOLICNews HERALD 1 PAPAIKOU Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish & Quite a few attended our March 12 Reconciliation service to seek God’s forgiveness in preparation for receiving the Eucharist at Easter. … At the general cleaning of our worship space on March 23, 22 faithful parishioners volunteered to prepare our church for Easter. After the cleanup they were treated to a light lunch. … On Easter Sun- day after the 10 a.m. Mass, the 1 2 3 annual Easter egg hunt on the church grounds had tots from infancy up the fifth grade squealing in anticipation and delight as they searched for their treasures. The colorful eggs were filled with candy and special ones held notes, which entitled finders to a prize. After the hunt, all were treated to cupcakes, cake and ice cream. A very enjoyable morning for all! Thank you to our youth and young adult ministry for coordinating the event. (Reported by Pat Phillips; 4 5 6 photo by Callie Villanueva) EDITOR’S 2 LAHAINA Maria Lanakila Parish CHOICE During the great Vigil of Eas- ter, eight adults completed their Sacraments of Initiation. Our pastor Father Joseph Pathiyil administered the sacraments assisted by parochial vicar Father Kuriakose Na- dooparambil. Pictured from left front are Dayton Mat- thew Lum (Confirmation); 7 8 9 Amber Lynn Montano (Confirmation and First Com- munion); Dania Herrera (Baptism, Confirmation and First Communion) and Ashley Oshiro (Confirmation and First Communion). In the back are Bryan Balinbin (Confir- mation); Bryant Matthew Lum (Confirmation); Joseph Delaginte Jr. (Confirmation) and Diana Esposo (Confir- 10 11 mation). RCIA coordinators Jim and Margy O’Brien and Ron and Kathy Karl- walking to stations assigned do crafting, make jewelry, bake music ministry. Their collabo- on Jan. 13. During the Good 8 WAIALAE-KAHALA berg prepared Dania, Ashley, to each reading. Starting from or prepare pickled onions, ration produced best-selling Friday evening service, Father Star of the Sea Parish a darkened conference room kimchee or daikon to please CDs of church music that Bryan, Joseph and Diana Khanh asked representatives The East Honolulu Food for the Creation story, they consider helping out and add- generated funds for the parish while youth ministry catechists from 10 ethnic groups to read Festival planning commit- walked to the beach for the ing to our store. Any money building fund. We thank her Dora Cosma and Maka the prayer intentions in their tee enjoy the fruits of its labor reading from Exodus and then raised will assist our parish in for her efforts and contribu- Secretario prepared Dayton, native languages, followed by at a previous festival on the went back to the church. The upgrading our facilities. If you tions. We will miss her. (From Amber and Bryant to receive an English translation. Prayers parish and school lawn. This participants paused on the can donate any items that are the parish bulletin) their sacraments. (Reported by were recited in Hawaiian, year’s event, a fundraiser for beach for a picture. (Reported new or handmade, please call Jim O’Brien) the church and grade school by Julia Torres) Charlotte White at 395-9003. 5 KAILUA-KONA Hungarian, Japanese, Chinese, and early learning center, is Thank you in advance for your St. Michael Parish Filipino, Micronesian, Portu- 3 EWA BEACH May 4. (Reported by the parish) Our Lady of Perpetual Help 4 KALIHI KAI generosity. (From the parish Eight elect were baptized at guese, Samoan, Vietnamese, St. Anthony Parish bulletin) the Easter Vigil. A reception Korean and English. The many Parish MOLOKAI followed. The elect and their faces depicted many faces 9 Holy Saturday for our 12 Two olive trees grow on St. Damien Parish parish grounds. Every year HONOLULU catechists, Sharmayne Na- united in Our Lord. (Reported Elect — Brendan Ancheta, Parishioners celebrated the Mahaley Cabudol, Macey on the Saturday before Palm Sts. Peter and Paul Parish one, Cynthia Taylor and by Elaine Yamashita) Sunday, volunteers trim the We are happy to welcome Zola Ingram, gathered for Easter Triduum including Domingcil, Arianna Mass at sunrise on the lawn Dominguez, Nathaniel trees and cut the branches to two new members to the Par- a picture. First row, from left, 7 WAILUKU overlooking the ocean at Our Dominguez, Caitlyn Ilar, pass out at all the Masses on ish Pastoral Council: Ann Joshua Kelau, Tatiana St. Anthony Parish Lady of Sorrows Church Kya Jones, Jurnee Bree Palm Sunday. The trimmers Port and Lily Narusawa. Bent, Jade Onaka, Paul McHale Bermanis, a in Kaluaaha. Sacred Hearts Kim, Erin Montes, Joseph came on March 23 as early as Yvonne Toma is the new Espiritu. Middle row, Ste- member of our parish youth Father William Petrie, pic- Rippey, Gigi Silva and Jen- 7 a.m. After an hour, we got chair of the Religious Educa- ven Onaka, Kanoe Lee, group and LIFE team, led tured, provided a rousing hom- nifer Tolentino — began at some of them together for a tion program. Ken McDon- Trina Simpliciano. In the the procession of youth and 9 a.m. with the Preparation photo. Pictured are Matthew ald has held the position back, Sharmayne Naone, ily which called on each of us Rites. Parish administrator Sio, Cesilia Atustasi, Pina for a number of years. As he Cynthia Taylor, Zola In- LIFE members, Confirmation to “raise the bar” in our daily Father Ed Barut led the Tupua, Joseph Mauga, passes the baton to Yvonne gram, Joseph Tawater. students, and parishioners on service to each other and to Ephphetha Rite and the Recita- Lealofi Mauga, Arllen we convey our appreciation (Reported by Shirley David) the annual “Stations of the the Lord. Father Petrie who re- tion of the Creed. His homily, Laufasa, Sonny Ulep, and gratitude to Ken for all Cross Pilgrimage” after the cently celebrated 50 years as a based on Mark 7:31-37, the Jean Quiroga, Naty Dela his kind services and wish him 6 PEARL CITY 9 a.m. Palm Sunday Mass on Sacred Hearts religious, noted healing of a deaf-mute, chal- Cruz and Grace Sagun in all the best in his professional Our Lady of Good Counsel March 24. The walk started that in his decades of celebrat- lenged the Elect to listen to the no particular order. The parish endeavors. Ailene Ishikawa Parish at the church and proceeded ing the Easter Triduum, this was his first outdoor Easter Word of God with the ear of thanks all the volunteers who has tendered her leave from Easter is a glorious time toward St. Ann Parish in Mass at sunrise and he was their heart. Father Barut said came that day including those chairing the ushers and greet- to welcome new life and neighboring Waihee. Par- who came in later to finish the honored to celebrate it at a the two ears placed together ers ministry for family reasons. our growing community! ticipants were bused back to job. (Reported by Fe Rodillas) Only recently, she helped steer church built by Father Damien form a heart, reminding us to Pictured is pastor Father their home parish for a deli- listen not just physically with the ministry toward a more Khanh Hoang cradling the in 1874. (Reported by Maria cious potluck luncheon in the our ears, but with our hearts. KULIOUOU dignified way of serving by co- youngest parishioner, little Sullivan) After the Preparation Rites, Holy Trinity Parish ordinating a general assembly Mathew Cabe. His parents school cafeteria. The Youth the Elect, their sponsors/ The parish’s second Inter- of the members and issuing are Anthony and Lovelyn Group/LIFE team sponsored 10 PAIA godparents, families and national Festival on June printed pamphlets of new and proud grandparents are the activity. Other youths and Holy Rosary Parish catechists participated in a 9 will offer great food, enter- guidelines. She is also vacating Abundio and Victoria parishioners joined the group Pictured with Father Jose two-hour retreat studying five tainment and prizes, and a her seat at the Pastoral Council Cabe. Deacon Tom Miya- along the route. (Reported by Macoy, pastor of Sacred of the Easter Vigil readings by country store. We ask all who and her liaison role with the shiro baptized little Matthew Art Fillazar) Hearts Church, Lanai, are 9

TheParishAPRIL 12, 2013 SchoolA SPECIAL FEATURE OF THE HAWAII CATHOLICNews HERALD dogs, tic-tac-toe, ring toss, face painting, wheel of fortune, & video games, rides, malassa- das, popcorn and shaved ice just to name a few of the fair’s booths. Entertainment was provided by our very own talented students and special performances by the School Drama Fine Arts performing the St. Marianne Cope Or- atorio, the school Haeiwa-Do Karate Class, and Kapolei Chorale. Pu’uloa Band provided music. Co-chairpersons 12 13 14 Evangeline Dionisio and Mela and Eric Kim, along with countless other volunteers contributed their time, talent, and treasure to make this year’s event even more successful than last year. Ma- halo to all of those who made this year’s event a success! (Reported by Lisa J Dusterhoff; photo by Thalia Woodward)

18 HONOLULU Chaminade University Chaminade welcomed 42 Sacred Hearts Academy 15 16 third-graders to campus on March 21, giving them the EDITOR’S unique opportunity to practice CHOICE nursing skills with the help of the university’s nursing faculty and students. Using lifelike medical mannequins, they conducted hand washing and hand sanitizer evaluations, wound inspection, and listened to heart and lung sounds. The girls have been studying the respiratory system, infection and healthy habits, and 17 18 19 were amazed by the lifelike human patient simulators. Chaminade’s dean of nursing Dr. Stephanie Genz pro- nounced the visitors Nurses for the Day. This activity was part of a partnership between the university and the neighboring Academy. Chaminade’s new nursing program is in the final stages of its accreditation process and graduates its first class next spring. (Reported by 20 21 22 Kapono Ryan)

Maui youth leaders Maka seminar for lay ministers on 13 MAKAWAO cinto, Michael Fernandez, and St. Catherine Parish 19 KAILUA Secretario and Petter Ac- the New Evangelization, St. Joseph Parish Father Eric, Joseph Metz plus La Salette Father Edi- St. Anthony School and Christine Ah Puck. (Re- pal. Lanai’s youth celebrated a Refining the Good News The Young Adult Ministry son Pamintuan, pastor of Students in all grades went to Holy Cross; La Salette Father Confirmation retreat on Lanai, Artist Within, presented would like to sincerely thank ported by Donna Pico) Kailua Beach to receive lessons Arnel Soriano, pastor of St. March 22-24, with youths from by Jesuit Father Philip the 71 people who attended on preserving the environ- PEARL CITY Theresa; La Salette Father Maria Lanakila Church, Chircop on March 16. Father the Valentine’s Luncheon 14 ment by participating in a Augustine Gus Uthuppu, Lahaina and Holy Rosary Philip also presented the Lent- on Feb. 10 enjoying fun, food, Our Lady of Good Counsel micro-plastics cleanup April 5 pastor of St. Raphael; Father Church, Paia. Our youths en mission retreat “Unwrap- friends, live music, door prizes School organized by Mrs. Elizabeth Enrique “Ike” Lapuebla, resi- enjoyed the boat ride, building ping the Gift of Faith Daily and dancing as we also cel- Our team of fifth-graders Garrison. A crew from Ha- dent priest, and Sister Hannah. relationships with one another. Dwelling in Possibility” on ebrated Father Eric’s 14th won the first round of the TV waii News Now aired the (Reported by Chantal A. Du- They also enjoyed the food and March 18 and 19. The retreat anniversary. Generous at- game show Play It Smart story. In preparation for the arte; photo by Nelly Capino) received blessings and palms ended with Mass celebrated by tendees donated 210 food Hawaii which aired on activity, the students and their at the Palm Sunday Mass. They Father Philip, concelebrated by items for the food pantry. We OC16 on March 20. Devon families attended a Plastic were filled spiritually and their the pastor Msgr. John Mbin- are truly blessed to have par- Nakoba is the show’s host. 16 WAILUKU Shores Movie and Activities faith in God today is stronger! da and assisted by Deacon ish support as our ministry Pictured with our winners are St. Anthony Jr./Sr. High with Ocean Devotion in Father (Reported by Deacon Pat Con- Wally Mitsui. Three hundred continues to enrich the lives of their teachers and coaches Mr. School Henry Hall on April 2. … The stantino and Wesley Kaialiilii) people attended the retreat. its young adults. … A group of Cabading and Mrs. Ledes- A picture is worth a 1,000 Early Learning Center (Photo by Lisa Padilla) parish youth experienced the ma. Our team will proceed words! Maestro Everett took a fun field trip April 8 11 HAWI spirit and energy of this year’s to the next round to compete Lee Yamashita conducted to the Honolulu Zoo. They Sacred Heart Parish WAIALUA L.A. Congress. The day in- against other panel of fifth the St. Anthony Junior- especially enjoyed the Petting “Helping Hands for Jesus” St. Michael Parish cluded a performance by The grade students from another Senior High School Sym- Zoo. … The kindergarten- was the Lenten theme for It’s time for the annual Oahu Jacob and Matthew Band school. (Reported by Ginger phonic Band at Carnegie ers learned about different this religious education class. Council of Filipino Catho- and a talk by Father R. Tony Kamisugi) Hall! Thank you to all the world holidays. K-1 stu- They took home their finished lic Club Charity Queen Ricard who urged them to family, friends, alumni, dents studied Eid ul Fitr, Ha- projects to proudly display Scholarship Fundraiser. stand firm in faith. The youth 15 KEKAHA faculty, staff, adminis- nukah and Chinese New Year. to family and friends. They Members are selling the infa- later attended Bob Perron’s St. Theresa Parish trators, businesses and The students of K-2 studied shared that Jesus had blessed mous marinated and non-mar- “Warning: Contents Under The Kauai Council of Fili- corporations who helped Japanese New Year, Kwanzaa, their hands to always be help- inated bangus fish along with Pressure” workshop and a rally pino Catholic Clubs, with to make it happen! Congratu- and Diwali. Pictured are some ers. This wonderful display giant Portuguese sausage, with Jesse Manibusan who members representing all par- lations!! (Reported by Janice of them with their crafts rep- reminded the children that banana mac-nut loaf cake, and shared the love of Christ and ishes on the island, celebrated Pruett) resenting the holidays. Each they have “Helping Hands for guava loaf cake. Pick-up date the call to live out our baptism. the Feast of St. Joseph, their class shared what it learned Jesus.” Pictured, from left, is July 27 at St. Damien Hall. The youth left the Congress patron saint, on March 17 17 EWA BEACH with the other. For example, Curtni Maria, Caylah Car- This year’s candidate for Char- with a deeper understanding with an afternoon retreat with Our Lady of Perpetual Help they discovered that Islam’s valho, Mycah Gonsalves, ity Queen is Mrs. Lourdes of their faith and a trusting guest speaker Sister Han- School Ramadan was similar to the Jaycie Lewis, Diran Cher- Sabugo. Also available are relationship with God and are nah Johnecheck talking March 2 was a beautiful day to Christian Lent in that both in- tavian and Kayla Francis- scholarship forms for mem- very grateful for the support about our new Filipino saint, hold our Grand Give-away volve fasting, prayer and alms- co. (Reported by Lee Rivera) bers children/grandchildren and prayers in making this trip St. Pedro Calungsod. A + Family Fair. The honor- giving. The students learned attending private high school a success. God bless you all! special Mass was celebrated at ary chairperson greeted the about other cultures while 12 MILILANI or college. We are happy to Pictured are Liz Miller, Lena 5 p.m. followed by fellowship crowds of school, parish and appreciating Catholic identity. St. John Apostle and report three of our members’ Souza, Joebelle Bonete, in the parish hall. Pictured are community members who had … On April 13, our school Evangelist Parish children and a grandchild re- Jessie Wagner, Jonathan members of the Kauai Council, come to support our school celebrates its 60th anniver- The Spirit-led in our parish ceived scholarships last year. Jacinto, Jason Jacinto, including those from Immac- and enjoy Items of Gold, Coun- sary with a gala and silent set their faith ablaze with a (From the parish bulletin) Diane Jacinto, Jacob Ja- ulate Conception Parish try Store, Filipino bentos, hot auction at the Kaneohe Ma- 10

TheParishAPRIL 12, 2013 SchoolA SPECIAL FEATURE OF THE HAWAII CATHOLICNews HERALD rine Corp Base Officer’s Club. our school unique. (Reported ers, with special consideration More than $17,000 worth of by Ainona Petelo) for sons of alumni. Pictured retail items will be auctioned & from left are SLAA president P. off. The money raised will go 27 MAKAWAO Gregory Frey ’79, vice prin- toward improvements around St. Joseph Early Learning cipal Sione Thompson ’99, the school. … The parish Center principal Pat Hamamoto and school have produced a On March 19, in celebration and president Walter Kiri- Scriptural Rosary DVD of our school’s namesake St. imitsu ’58. (Reported by Eric and audio CD which allows Joseph the Worker, the Young) you to pray the rosary with the students gathered around the voices of parishioners young 23 24 statue that centers our school 31 HONOLULU and old while viewing inspira- courtyard and sang songs and St. Patrick School tional drawings and photos by offered prayers. Pictured here The eighth-graders pre- the students. To buy the DVD is preschooler Henry Deve- sented the Stations of the or CD, call the parish office at raux from the Ladybug class Cross in mime on March 22 266-2222. (Reported by Kristie adorning the statue with a lei. for students in grades 2-7. For Carpenter) … The preschool also celebrat- more than 20 years the eighth ed in March its reaccreditation grade classes have presented 20 HONOLULU by the NAEYC (National As- the stations this way, and each Sacred Hearts Academy sociation for the Educa- year the performance has a High School tion of Young Children). lasting impact on students, Junior Nadia Busekrus won Thank you Lord, the staff, teachers and families. Pictured the 2013 Junior Travel families, school board and paris eighth-grader Adrian Au Award for her achievement ish for all your collaboration playing Jesus, being caron the National Spanish Exam- 25 26 and hard work to achieve this ried out of the church by his ination and for her excellent great achievement. (Reported classmates during their pre- skills in the Spanish language. by Helen Souza) sentation. (Reported by Rachel This national award, valued Alencastre) at over $3,000, is given each 28 HILO year to 12 U.S. students. Nadia St. Joseph Jr./Sr. High 32 WAIPAHU will travel to Costa Rica in July School St. Joseph School with the other 11 winners. The Our Mock Trial Team suc- More than 180 educators students are selected by earn- cessfully competed in both and staff of Leeward ing high scores on the Spanish the 2012-2013 regional and Oahu Catholic schools examination and after a review state Mock Trial Tournaments. gathered at our school on of written and oral work in Though the competition was March 11 for a professional Spanish by a committee of the fierce, the team finished the development day. After American Association of Teach- regional Big Island tournament Mass celebrated by Father ers of Spanish and Portuguese. 27 28 undefeated, keeping its Big Is- Jack Ryan, Na Lomilomi Sacred Hearts has participated land championship title for the O Papakolea showed how in the National Spanish Ex- second year in a row. Our team to live a more pono-balanced amination for 25 years. Su- finished fourth in the March life in body, mind and spirit san Solomine is our Spanish 23 state tournament. “This is through fresh Hawaiian herbal teacher. (Reported by Hayley a young squad, but they aren’t remedies and lively exercises. Matson-Mathes) afraid of hard work,” said (Reported by Sister Malia Domi- coach Nathan L. Yocum. nica Wong, OP) 21 HONOLULU “I look forward to future sea- Maryknoll High School sons. They can only get better HONOLULU On March 25, our school and better.” The team mem- St. Theresa School became the first educational bers are Jayla Nakayama, The eighth-graders recently institution on Oahu to be Syrina Wyrick, Tatiana completed their overnight visited by members of the Berlachenko, John Lin- class retreat at the St. Stephen Native Hawaiian Roll 29 30 denau, Olivia Brinkman, Diocesan Center. Activities led Commission as part of Nathan Ducasse, Edgar by Father William Kunisch the Kanaiolowalu project. Barclay, Jade Thomas, helped them reflect upon their Juniors and seniors of Michelle Song and Harriet faith, self-image and future Hawaiian descent were Salvador-Smith. (Reported goals. The retreat helped stu- invited to add their names to by Reggie Arceo) dents prepare for their last the national Native Hawaiian quarter at the school as they registry and students not of 29 KEKAHA make important choices about Hawaiian ancestry were in- St. Theresa School high school. The experience vited to sign a pledge of sup- Aloha to the Barrows and also allowed the classmates port for the initiative. Learn Mays families! Our school to bond with each other. (Re- more at kanaiolowalu.org. and parish bid a fond and ported by Linda Hang) Pictured are students adding loving “Aloha oe!” to kinder- their names to the registry. garten teacher Mrs. Barrow HONOLULU (Reported by Loryn Guiffre) 31 32 and her family, as well as the Star of the Sea School Mays family, who have been Next month, middle school 22 HONOLULU assigned to a military base on science teacher Cristina Maryknoll Grade School “Party in the USA.” … Our liams, Julia Wagner and Nicholas Michalak and the Mainland. We wish them Veresan will participate in On March 28, students, school choir was among Jesse-James Paranada. In Jazmin Ramos. (Reported well and blessings at their new two noteworthy opportunities faculty and staff gathered the 12 Catholic schools choirs back, Noah Murata, Rhea by Karen Curry) home base. Pictured are both for professional development. in the Clarence T.C. Ching participating in the Choral Chung, Daniel Tongson, families receiving a special She has been selected to be a Gymnasium for the Holy Festival at Maryknoll School Zoe Dadian, Tristan Salce- 26 HONOLULU blessing from our pastor La scientist-educator on the Uni- Thursday prayer service. Also on March 14. The audience do and Lia Delizo. (Reported St. John the Baptist School Salette Father Arnel So- versity of Hawaii oceano- called Maundy Thursday, the enjoyed our two numbers, by Teri Tavares) After a visit by a four-member riano. (Reported by Chantal A. graphic research ship the feast during the high point of “Believe Song” and “Joyful, panel of Catholic educators, Duarte; photo by Nelly Capino) Thomas G. Thompson, April Holy Week, commemorates Joyful,” especially when the 25 MANOA March 17-20, we are proud to 4-8, working with a team of Christ’s Last Supper, at which choir rapped the “Joyful, Joy- St. Francis School announce our accreditation by 30 HONOLULU scientists to deploy sampling he instituted the Eucharist and ful” song. Many thanks to During Lent, the elementary the WASC/WCEA (Western Saint Louis School equipment, process and ana- the priesthood. Pictured are choir director Mrs. Corazon students participated in Association of Schools and At a school assembly last lyze samples in the shipboard students performing a theatri- Aczon, Sister Anielyn almsgiving by donating items Colleges/Western Catholic month, representatives of lab, and design classroom cal skit reflecting on the suffer- Delicana, SPC, Josefina to the My Father’s House Educational Association). On the St. Louis Alumni As- activities and lectures. Star ing of Jesus Christ. (Reported Coronado and parents Foundation which serves the committee were Kathleen sociation presented an un- of the Sea students will be by Loryn Guiffre) who supported the choir impoverished and underprivi- Radecke, superintendent precedented gift of more than able to follow her progress by members with their presence leged children in and around of the Catholic Diocese of $2 million to support student blog. Ms. Veresan will also at- 23 HONOLULU and cheers. (Reported by Tess Manila. Our students donated Monterey, Calif.; Kathleen programs, scholarships and tend the National Science St. Anthony School Reyes) backpacks, children’s books, Awong, director of St. John campus improvements at their Teachers Association Our school celebrated Family pencils, markers, construction Preschool in Mililani; Shana alma mater. The alumni asso- conference, April 10-14, in Day with the theme “Nurtur- 24 WAILUKU paper, composition books, wa- Tong, principal of Maryknoll ciation is the only high school San Antonio, Texas, which an- ing faith in the family through St. Anthony Grade School tercolors, rulers and scissors. Grade School; and Linda alumni group in Hawaii with nually attracts thousands of prayer, sacraments and cat- On March 13, the fifth “Giving to the kids made me Cheung, science teacher at its own clubhouse for the en- science educators from around echesis.” The day began with grade class, along with the feel happy because I have a lot St. Louis School. Our heartfelt joyment of members and their the globe. She has been asked Mass presided by Father rest of the world, awaited of things that I can share with thanks go out to our dedicated families. Every graduating to present a workshop about Manuel Dela Cruz and the the “white smoke” that an- them,” said third grader Ash- faculty and staff for all their senior receives a free first-year implementing the new “com- blessing of the school’s newly nounced the election of our ly Narimatsu. They hope to hard work during the accredi- membership. The St. Louis mon core state standards for renovated science labora- new Pope Francis. The day arrange a time to Skype with tation process. Also, we would Alumni Association was in- literacy in science and techni- tory followed by fun, games, before, the students learned Siggi Winkler, the founda- like to thank our wonderful corporated on June 27, 1907, cal subjects.” Ms. Veresan will prizes, food and presenta- how the cardinals vote and tion’s founder, to hear how the students, parents and parish- with 200 charter members. offer strategies for improving tions of students, teachers held their own mock election supplies impacted children’s ioners for the important roles Today more than 2,500 alumni student literacy through the and parents. Pictured are for the class leader, using the lives with the love of God. Pic- you played in our successful fill its roster. SLAA provides use of scientific journals in Ms. Anna Davis’ second- same procedures. Pictured are tured with the gifts are Lola accreditation. Working togeth- generous financial assistance middle and high school. (Re- grade students performing Declan Levin, Riley Wil- Poling, Destinee Aarona, er as one family is what makes for deserving young Crusad- ported by Carola Souza) APRIL 12, 2013 • HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD HAWAII 11

Another step toward priesthood Left, Hawaii seminarian Nicholas Brown kneels to be instituted as a “reader,” one of the steps to priesthood, by Knoxville, Tenn., Bishop Richard Stika on March 20 at the Sacred Heart School of Theology in Hales Corner, Wis. Brown, one of 10 to receive the title, is expected to receive his master’s of divinity degree from the school and be ordained a priest in 2015. Sacred Heart, located in the Milwaukee suburbs, is North America’s largest seminary specializing in men over 30, and is used by more than 30 U.S. and Canadian dioceses and religious orders. Above, Bishop Clarence Silva visited the two Hawaii seminarians at Sacred Heart School of Theology, April 10. Pictured with the bishop are William “Pila” Tulua-Alvarez, left, and Brown. Tulua-Alvarez is expected to graduate and be ordained in 2017, and Brown in 2015. (Photos courtesy of the Sacred Heart School of Theology) January meeting of bishop’s advisors addresses host of diocesan concerns By Judy Cabanting in high population growth areas. fice of Stewardship and Develop- in 2014, but that money will con- and develop a stewardship men- Special to the Herald Bishop Silva also asked for ment, described the biblical basis tinue to be received through 2015. tality for the long term. “prayers-for-vocations” pledges of stewardship and the profession- His office has collected $27 mil- The president of Chaminade At the Jan. 25-26 meeting of for his participation in the Akua al basis of development. He said lion to date and hopes for a final University, Marianist Brother Ber- the Diocesan Pastoral Council, Run, done in conjunction with the the concept of stewardship is be- total of $35 million. The bulk of nie Ploeger, explained the partner- Shirley Samonte of Lanai was wel- Great Aloha Run. ing refocused as a “need to give,” the funds implement the priorities ship and collaboration between comed as the new Lanai/Molokai He reported that many Hawaii and that parishioners should be of the Diocesan Road Map. Par- his school, Hawaii’s only Catholic representative. The introduction Catholic schools continue their encouraged to plan their annual ishes also receive their share of the university, and the diocese. He led to a discussion about each is- struggle to remain open. Parishes giving and to renew that commit- pledges which they use for minis- added that he always welcomes land needing its own representa- and schools are being challenged ment each year. His office hosted tries, repairs and maintenance. new initiatives. He cited Chami- tive. As a result, Molokai will get by the schools’ Systems for Suc- a Stewardship Day event on Feb. 3 The Office of Stewardship nade resources such as the virtual its own member beginning July cess strategic plan to work to- featuring three speakers who be- and Development is planning a learning community for faith for- 2014. gether to create regional propos- gan stewardship programs in their follow-up to the Grateful Hearts mation program offered by sister The Diocesan Pastoral Coun- als to determine which schools are parishes. campaign. After much discussion, schools University of Dayton and cil is Bishop Larry Silva’s mostly needed. Clark also reported that pledges council members recommended St. Mary’s in San Antonio. lay, 16-member advisory group. Diocesan chancery staffers for the “With Grateful Hearts” di- that the diocese conduct an an- The next Diocesan Pastoral It meets on one weekend every Elina Simon and Diane Lamasao ocesan capital campaign will end nual campaign for the short term Council meeting is April 19-20. quarter at St. Stephen Diocesan gave a presentation on the new Center. The January meeting heard diocesan website and a preview reports on local Year of Faith ac- of features to be added over the tivities, the Maui Liturgy and Arts next year. FREE! Conference and upcoming clergy Among the training associated and religious assignments. with the Year of Faith, the diocese To all Hawaii Catholic Herald readers Because most of the DPC mem- will offer a “Theology of the Body” bers represent vicariates, Bishop workshop that will show partici- Silva reviewed the role of “vicars pants from each island how to forane,” his priest representatives share information about a positive in those geographic areas, in or- ethic of human sexuality. Another der to improve ways council mem- will demonstrate how to start a bers work with them. parish program to reach inactive The bishop also announced the Catholics. appointment of the diocese’s new Also discussed was the bishop’s adult faith formation coordinator plan to encourage parishes to of- Kristina deNeve; the continuing fer additional opportunities for work of the Damien/Marianne confession during Lent. Commission which is considering In light of the completion of six pilgrimage opportunities; the new DPC members’ terms this June, class of deacon candidates that suggestions were made to try to started in January; and land and recruit more young adults. facilities issues faced by parishes Mark Clark, director of the Of-

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The diocesan Office of Adult Easter is Not a Day By: Kristina M. DeNeve Adult Faith Formation Coordinator Faith Formation and Evangeli- Diocese of Honolulu

zation is offering Hawaii par- In many ways, there is nothing special about Easter Sunday. Indeed, Catholic Christians celebrate Easter every Sunday of the year – the ishes brief weekly reflections other 51 Sundays are even called “little Easters.” We can reflect on Easter’s significance any day of the year, any time we want. on the Sunday Gospel to use in However, there is a problem with this: if we can celebrate Easter on their bulletins, newsletters and any day, then we can just as easily celebrate Easter on no day. Christians mark Easter, like families mark birthdays and governments mark Memorial Days. We mark days to make sure we remember and to websites. help us grow through that remembering.

The lessons are no more Our society treats Easter as a single day, a single celebration, and not even one that closes down grocery stores. But, as Christians, you and I than 175 words long and tie need this day. We need to remember….remember that death does not have the final word, that every evil is eventually conquered. the Gospel to themes of spiri- But, we also need more than this hour at Mass, this single Easter day. tuality, evangelization and dis- In the end, Easter is not a day at all. In the end, Easter is an attitude. In Pope Francis prayer cards the end, Easter, the resurrection, changes everything. Little by little. cipleship. Day by day. The reflections are written Full color, glossy photo, with prayer for the Mail one stamped, self-addressed, business-size (or by the adult faith formation co- Holy Father on the back. larger) envelope to: ordinator Kristina DeNeve who at www.hawaiicatholic.org/ Pope Francis Prayer Cards emails them free to parishes as adultfaith. Word files are avail- The cards are 4 inches wide and 6 inches high. Hawaii Catholic Herald a pdf file. They are also assess- able by emailing DeNeve at 1184 Bishop Street able on the diocesan website [email protected]. Please indicate if you want 1 or 2 cards. Honolulu, HI 96813 12 HAWAII|WORLD HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD • APRIL 12, 2013 APRIL 12, 2013 • HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD WORLD|HAWAII 13

Holy Thursday: Easter Sunday: Pope Francis Pope Francis delivers his Easter blessing kisses the foot “urbi et orbi” (to the city and of a prison in- the world) from the central mate at Rome’s balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica Casal del at the Vatican March 31. Marmo prison for minors March 28.

Pope Francis leaves after celebrating Easter Mass in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican March 31.

CNS photo/Paul Haring

CNS photo/L’Osservatore Romano via Reuters

Good Friday: Pope Francis leads the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum in Rome March 29.

Easter Vigil: Pope Pope Francis baptizes Francis holds a young man during a candle in St. the Easter Vigil in St. Peter’s Basilica Peter’s Basilica at the March 30. Vatican March 30.

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Celebrating the TriduumEaster Vigil: Baptism, Good Friday: Cathedral of Our Adoration of Lady of Peace the Cross, Co- Cathedral of St. Theresa

Easter Vigil: Lighting of the Fire, Cathedral Holy Thursday: Washing of the Feet, Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa of Our Lady of Peace Hawaii Catholic Herald photos by Darlene Dela Cruz 14 HAWAII HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD • APRIL 12, 2013 Sacred Hearts Academy team taking winning unmanned airplane to national competition Unmanned drones are big news these day and students at Sacred Hearts Academy in Kaimuki are right there in the thick of it. The school’s Real World Design Challenge Team designed a small, unmanned aerial system that re- Damien andMarianne of Moloka‘iHeritage Center cently took the top prize in the TheDamienand Marianne Heritage Centerislocated on the Hawaii State Aviation Challenge. 2ndfloor of the buildingonthe corner of Kalakaua andOhuaAvenues. The team will bring its remote-con- It is in frontofSaint Augustinebythe SeaChurch. trolled plane design to the national Hours of operationare:Wed.-Thur. 9am-3pm; competition April 19-21 in Wash- Fri.-Sat.9am-12noon; Sun. 7-12noon Close:Mon.-Tue.&Holidays ington, D.C. The aviation challenge required “ABSOLUTE FAITH” students to design a small, un- Forarrangementsfor groups, call 922-3121 manned aerial system that could search for and locate an injured NO ADMISSION FEE Free-will offeringsappreciated child in the mountains of New Photo courtesy of Sacred Hearts Academy Mexico. The team used computer The students from left, Nikki Sen, Jhadyne-Jan Aglia, Janelle Sabugo, technology to create their winning Shaianye Victoria Natividad, Catherine Sequeira, Emily Suber, Jasminn 5% offwiththiscoupon. (one pertable) design and developed a business Quinn and Angela Wong. Standing center is teacher Debbie Kula. Seated is plan to promote its system. Robert Sequeira, left, and Reid Noguchi. The Sacred Hearts team also en- LosGarcia’s tered the Real World Design Chal- tion required a special concern for portunity to work on real world lenge surface transport competition the environment, national secu- engineering challenges in a team Bienvenidos! and came away with one of five rity and profit margins for trucking environment. Each year, student national awards for “teamwork and companies focusing on fuel effi- teams address a challenge that AuthenticMexican Food •The Best Around collaboration,” a prize for demon- ciency. The Lancer team developed confronts the nation’s leading in- 11am-9pm ri &Sat 11am-6pm Sun-Thur •F strating extraordinary enthusiasm economic, ergonomic and environ- dustries. 261-0306 and spirit, exceptional partnership, mental modifications for a “big rig” The mentors for Sacred Hearts 14 Oneawa St.Kailua, HI 96734 respect for their own teammates, tractor-trailer. Academy’s design teams are Reid and support and encouragement of The Real World Design Chal- Noguchi, Ret. Air Force Lt. Col. Da- fellow teams. lenge is an annual competition for vid Sequeira, Robert Sequeira and Afascinating collectionof exoticbirds andanimals,tropicalfish&supplies. The surface transport competi- grades 9-12 that provides an op- Academy teacher Debbie Kula. Amarvelous collectionofbeautiful andinterestingplants&ponds. 8 St. Joseph band members headed to Rose Parade By Reggie Arceo Koolau Pets,Plants&Ponds Special to the Herald Mel&Napua Furtado,proprietors Eight lucky musicians in Hilo’s WindwardMall Kaneohe, HI 96744 St. Joseph High School Band Pro- Phone: (808) 235-6477 Fax: 235-6479 gram will join the Hawaii All-State Marching Band in the Tournament of Roses Parade on Jan. 1 next year GROUNDTERMITES? in Pasadena, Calif. They are Cole DeSilva, Nathan CALL US! Ducasse, Fiona Follett, Koa Galves, WE CANHELP Richard Kwon, Nicole Lee, Wendy Park and Sarina Wyrick. 836-9707 Photo courtesyof St. Joseph School The students were nominated by Rigolette P. ØGround &drywood termitetreatmentswithout tenting The St. Joseph High School Marching Band on its home turf in Hilo. Baraquio ØPre-construction treatment their band director Randy Skaggs President ØTermiteinspectionreports who has been on the staff of the “Our group is so unique that we the Tournament of Roses Band Fest ØRoach, ants,flea, centipede, mice control composite all-state band Na Koa have been asked to perform with- at Pasadena City College, at Knott’s P.O. Box 22187 ABLE TERMITE CONTROL,INC. Alii (King’s Warriors) since 2002. out an audition,” Skaggs said. Berry Farm and at Disneyland. Honolulu,HI 96823 LIC#PCO-601 PROTECTS THEVALUE OF YOUR HOME He has brought Big Island students “The greatest thing about Na Fund raisers are being planned to two Tournament of Roses Pa- Koa Alii is that it allows band mem- and include pizza nights, a jog-a- rades and two Macy’s Thanksgiving bers from smaller schools a chance thon and a Hawaii All-State March- ROBERT A. BAYSA,D.D.S. Day Parades in New York. Monthly to experience being in a parade of ing Band cookbook. rehearsals for the Big Island contin- gent started this month. this magnitude,” he said. “Some of Meanwhile, St. Joseph’s band Na Koa Alii’s overall director the students going from our school program marched in the Merrie also went to the Macy’s Thanksgiv- Monarch Parade in downtown Hilo Mililani Mauka is John Riggle, the retired band 95-1099 Ainamakua Drive,Suite One leader for Kamehameha Schools in ing Day Parade in 2011.” April 6. The school’s intermediate Mililani,Hawaii 96789 Kapalama. 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Immigrants stand during Rallies, marches across a naturaliza- tion ceremony to become U.S. citizens in the country kick off late March at Boston College in Chestnut national drive for Hill, Mass. As the U.S. Senate returns after immigration reform break and tens of thousands By Patricia Zapor States to go home in order to le- plan a rally, Catholic News Service galize their status, for example, Washington would be one more way the immi- lawmakers WASHINGTON gration system separates families, focus on immi- Thousands of people in Miami, Appleby said. gration reform. New Jersey, Boston, California, Il- “If the goal here is to get peo- linois and other places gathered CNS photo/Brian Snyder, ple regularized, we shouldn’t put Reuters in early April to call for immigra- up barriers to making that hap- tion reform legislation, to urge an pen,” he said. “If we give people end to deportation policies that a half loaf, this issue is going to separate families, and generally to fester into the future.” open a nationwide push for immi- AFL-CIO president Richard gration-focused changes aimed at Trumka on that teleconference Congress and the White House. noted that labor and business Those events — several of leaders had come to a consensus them held April 6 or 7 — will lead about how to expand the number TheOahuRealEstateMarketisHeating Up up to an April 10 rally on the West of visas available annually. But, Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. There, he added, “family reunification is Apicture paints athousand words but in real estate,it’sthe numbers an expected tens of thousands of a core tenet of our immigration people will call on Congress to policy in the labor movement.” that sayitall. Accordingtothe Honolulu Board of Realtors®: move faster on comprehensive im- “Some are trying to pit eco- migration reform legislation that nomic interests against families,” • In December 2012, the number of single-family home sales is seen to have the best chance for Trumka said, as if the value of increasedby8.6%overthe same month last year and passage since the 1980s. admitting a worker’s brother, sis- condominium salesroseby 20.4%.* Another theme of speeches ter or child is less important than at the afternoon rally, and of the another worker. *VisitConnie.Rodrigues.comtoviewthe full HBRreport. 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Each oneshoulduse whatever gift he hasreceivedtoserve others,faithfully administeringGod’s graceinits variousforms.1Peter4:10. bipartisan panel of senators work- In addition to the rallies before ing on an immigration reform bill April 10, dozens of cities will host intended to appeal to both par- local events the same day, and ties had hoped to release their more actions are planned in com- draft legislation as soon as they ing weeks, particularly around returned from a two-week break May 1, a traditional day for work- Experience April 8. Advocates working with ers’ rights events. the senators and their staffs on Events in late March and early the bill told reporters April 8 that May included, for instance, sever- the bill wasn’t quite ready but that al events timed to coordinate with perhaps it would be introduced by the birthday of the late migrant the end of the week. It’s estimated labor leader Cesar Chavez, and to be about 1,500 pages long. an April 6 march and rally in Mi- “We’ve been here before, said ami’s Little Havana neighborhood Gustavo Torres, executive director where many signs urged U.S. Sen. of the social services organization Marco Rubio of Florida, one of the Walk in the CASA de Maryland, who helped Republican members of the “gang organize the April 10 rally, in an of eight,” to be sure to protect Footsteps April 8 teleconference. families in the legislation. In 2006, massive rallies and In Modesto, Calif., April 2, of Saints marches around the country drew about 1,500 people were reported If you have never been to hundreds of thousands of people at an immigration forum at St. Kalaupapa on Molokai, to call attention to a then-pending Stanislaus Catholic Church. Rep. now is the time to go. immigration bill that ultimately Trey Gowdy, R-S.C., chairman of This quiet and beautiful went nowhere. the House Subcommittee on Im- community is where “But this time it’s different,” migration and Border Security, Saint Damien and said Torres. He cited the Novem- heard from immigrants and farm- Mother Mariann Cope ber election results in which La- ers, supporters and opponents of toiled and gave their tino voters helped re-elect Presi- various types of immigration re- dent Barack Obama and provided form. all for victims of Hansen’s a crucial margin in electing other Also April 6, an estimated disease. You’ll fly in Democrats as well. 7,000 people were reported at a comfort to Kalaupapa “Politicians learned in the last rally at Liberty State Park in Jer- airport where you’ll be election cycle, you ignore Latinos sey City, N.J., attended by Sen. met by your guide. and immigrants at your own per- Robert Menendez, D-N.J., and There, you’ll be given a il,” he said. two Democratic members of the ground tour and provided In a teleconference the previ- House, Reps. Frank Pallone and with an understanding of ous week in which faith and labor Rush Holt. a most remarkable chapter leaders focused on how families Among the events in Washing- in Hawaii history. $349 per are affected by current policies, ton April 10 will be a Mass at St. person from Honolulu; $389 Kevin Appleby, director of migra- Aloysius Church at 10 a.m., a few from Kapalua and Lanai. tion policy for the U.S. Confer- blocks from Capitol Hill. ence of Catholic Bishops, said that The lengthy list of organiza- Box lunch Provided keeping families together is a cru- tions formally participating in the Must be at least 16 years of age. cial social element of the immigra- rally on Capitol Hill are Catholic tion system. parishes from Virginia, Wash- “We need to be mindful that ington and Maryland, union and family unity strengthens the social business groups, social service and 130 Iolana Place, Honolulu, Hawaii 96819 backbone” of the country, he said. civil rights organizations, teachers (808) 834-5813 A proposal to require im- and Hispanic ministry offices of Toll Free: (877) 255-8532 migrants already in the United nearby dioceses and archdioceses. www.MakaniKaiAir.com 16 NATION/WORLD HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD • APRIL 12, 2013 Stephen Kent CONSIDER THIS National and world church news compiled from Media’s honeymoon Catholic News Service Oneholy with Pope Francis bound to end U.S. NEW YORK Nation omewhere, there must be Wisconsin ST. FRANCIS the assignment editor who Diocese to release records of clergy sex abuse harbors the wish of finding The Archdiocese of Milwaukee announced April 3 that it Pope Francis at an outdoor will publicly release approximately 3,000 pages of docu- Stable of a sidewalk cafe on the Via ments that contain details about clergy sexual abuse and will post them to the archdiocesan website by July 1. The Fosse di Castello enjoying a dish of announcement came a day before a scheduled hearing spaghetti carbonara with a cardinal before Judge Susan V. Kelley in U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin to discuss a motion or two. filed by the creditors committee and attorneys Michael That would be an ultimate achievement in the Finnegan and Jeffrey Anderson to lift the protective or- pope-as-a-regular-guy exercise of the past few weeks. der to make public documents and depositions taken as We can be grateful for the coverage in newspa- part of the proceedings. Milwaukee Archbishop Jerome pers, television and on websites. But the media is as E. Listecki called the decision to release the documents likely to fall out of love as quickly as they were to an effort to build “upon our commitment to transpar- fall in love with the new pope. This will come when ency.” Pope Francis does something seen as conservative or heavy-handed, perhaps reaffirming a doctrine of the faith. Washington, D.C. Here are some clues, gleaned from the experience Obama reflects on ‘blessed moments’ in Holy Land of more than a few decades in the secular press of President Barack Obama said his visit to the Holy Land how to evaluate this star quality image associated just before Easter gave him “blessed moments” praying with our new pope. at the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem and walk- The media creates characters, personalities and ing where Jesus did, he said at a prayer breakfast at the then supports it by coverage. The pope’s turn came White House April 5. “I had a chance to pray and reflect more rapidly than experienced by other world lead- on Christ’s birth, and his life, his sacrifice, his resurrec- ers, athletes or entertainers. CNS photo/Gregory A. Shemitz tion,” Obama said in remarks at the annual breakfast Soon after he first appeared on the balcony, it was Seminarian David Atanasio, who is studying to be a priest he hosts for Christian religious leaders around Easter. decided that Pope Francis was a touch more informal for the Diocese of Rockville Centre, N.Y., learns how to Though he’d been to Jerusalem before, Obama told the than his predecessors. Soon there were reports about preside at eucharistic adoration at St. Joseph’s Seminary in gathering, this was his first visit to the church said to him as a man who pays his own hotel bills, makes his Yonkers, N.Y., March 14. This year marks the 50th anniver- mark the spot where Jesus was born. Obama was in the own telephone calls, chooses to live in an apartment sary of the World Day of Prayer for Vocations, which was West Bank, Israel and Jordan March 19-23. rather than a palace, moves into crowds and kisses instituted by Pope Paul VI and coincides with Good Shep- babies. herd Sunday. The observances falls on April 21 this year. Other things he does as a “normal person” will Texas HOUSTON be reported to add to this public personality. But U.S. Catholic school enrollment dropped last year the time will come when he acts against this media- France PARIS created personality. Eventually Pope Francis will “dis- Catholic educators opened 28 new schools and closed or appoint.” consolidated 148 others during the 2012-13 school year, Headlines about the pope’s washing of feet of according to a report issued by the National Catholic men and women resulted in headlines such as “Pope Educational Association. The NCEA report released prior disregards church law” and “Pope breaks church law.” to the organization’s annual convention, held in Houston He did not. There are laws and there are customs and April 2-4 and attended by more than 8,000 Catholic edu- traditions, the Holy Thursday liturgy being one of the cators, also shows that Catholic school enrollment de- latter. But the coverage portrayed something revolu- creased by 1.5 percent during the past school year. Karen tionary. Ristau, NCEA president, said that the closings represent So it must follow that a man who can do this can a great loss for the country. She said the challenge for surely tackle same-sex marriage, celibacy of priests schools closing continues to be where they are located. and women’s ordination to the satisfaction of the trendsetters. Failure to do this makes him act against PORTLAND his character of the nice guy. Oregon The church is not an easy institution to report Archbishop calls for ‘New Pentecost’ in ministry about. In fact, Pope Francis remarked on this in a talk CNS photo/Christian Hartmann, Reuters The new archbishop of Portland April 2 called for a “new to thousands of journalists shortly after his election. People chant slogans as they demonstrate against same- Pentecost” that will bring Jesus more boldly into the “The church is certainly a human and historical sex marriage and adoption in Paris April 4.The French consciousness of the new millennium. “We need a new institution with all that that entails, yet her nature is Senate took its first look at a controversial bill, which gives Pentecost, a new outpouring of the Holy Spirit to set our not essentially political but spiritual: the church is the same-sex couples the right to marry and adopt children. hearts on fire for proclaiming Jesus Christ,” Archbishop people of God, the holy people of God making its way Alexander K. Sample told more than 3,000 on hand to to encounter Jesus Christ. Only from this perspective take part in his installation as spiritual leader for west- can a satisfactory account be given of the church’s life ern Oregon Catholics. Archbishop Sample, 52, called on and activity,” he said. Poland CZESTOCHOWA Catholics to “stop the hand-wringing” about their beliefs. “It is important, dear friends, to take into due ac- A microcosm of the church filled the University of Port- count this way of looking at things, this hermeneutic, land sports dome to welcome Archbishop Sample. The in order to bring into proper focus what really hap- liturgy lasted three hours and included English, Latin, pened in these days.” Spanish, Vietnamese and Tagalog. In other words: You have to know what you are reporting. The media, fascinated by what he did on Holy Wisconsin LA CROSSE Thursday, was intrigued by the huge crowds at his first Easter Mass and “urbi et orbi” address. It did Sainthood cause opened for missionary priest make one cringe to hear a network television cor- The sainthood cause for Father Joseph Walijewski, a La respondent say Pope Francis “delivered” Mass to a Crosse diocesan priest who established a Bolivia parish quarter million people. and a Peru orphanage on behalf of the diocese, has been Pope Francis urged people to join him in praying officially opened. Known affectionately as “Father Joe,” to be transformed by the power of God’s love and the priest established two missionary foundations that mercy and to help “change hatred into love, ven- are sponsored by the diocese: Holy Cross Parish of Santa geance into forgiveness, war into peace.” Cruz in Bolivia and Casa Hogar Juan Pablo II orphan- Those three changes urged by the pope should age in Peru. Bishop William P. Callahan of La Crosse an- receive more attention than his actions. nounced the cause was officially open at the Cathedral of CNS photo/Agencja Gazeta, Reuters St. Joseph the Workman March 19. He invites the public Kent is the retired editor of archdiocesan newspapers A monument to the late Blessed John Paul II is raised into to offer any information on Father Walijewski’s life that in Omaha and Seattle. Contact him at: considersk@ position in Czestochowa, Poland, April 3. would serve as testimony to help in the canonization gmail.com. process. APRIL 12, 2013 • HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD NATION/WORLD 17 catholicapostolic World

Canada OTTAWA Bishops issue ‘call to action’ on environment The Canadian Catholic bishops’ justice and peace commission is encouraging reflection and action on recent church teaching on the environment. “Having an over- arching vision of God’s purpose in creation and the right- ful place of human beings in creation allows us to see the interconnectedness between different moral questions,” said Bishop Donald Bolen of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a member of the commission. Bishop Bolen stressed the document, released April 8, encourages “our communities and our faithful to engage in dialogue with gov- ernmental policies and giving them the principles from which they should do that,” he said. “It’s not shying away from party policy. It’s a call to action.” Vatican City Pope’s spring calendar filled with liturgies Releasing the calendar of Pope Francis’ liturgical celebrations for April and May, the Vatican confirmed he would keep the Year of Faith appointments set by his CNS photo/L’Osservatore Romano via Reuters predecessor, retired Pope Benedict XVI. On April 14, he Pope Benedict XVI greets former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher during his weekly audience in 2009 in St. Peter’s will celebrate an evening Mass at the Basilica of St. Paul Square at the Vatican. Thatcher, a major figure in British and world politics and the only woman to become British prime Outside the Walls. Other calendar dates include: April minister, died April 8 at the age of 87. 21, celebration of Mass and priestly ordinations in St. Peter’s Basilica; Mass April 28 in St. Peter’s Square and administration of the sacrament of confirmation to some young people; visit to the patriarchal Basilica of St. Mary England LIVERPOOL Major May 4; and Mass May 5 in St. Peter’s Square for members of confraternities who promote processions Bishops offer prayers after death and other acts of popular piety. England MANCHESTER of Britain’s Margaret Thatcher Catholic legislators to pope: Relax celibacy rule By Simon Caldwell homes from local authorities. him later that she had challenged the Twenty-one Catholic members of Parliament have writ- She reduced the powers of the prime minister about the number of ten to Pope Francis to ask him to relax the rule on priestly The Catholic bishops of England trade unions, lowered taxes and people living on the streets and the celibacy for Latin-rite priests. The members of the House and Wales offered prayers for the introduced monetary policies to lower number of abortions in the United of Commons and the House of Lords said in a March 25 soul of Margaret Thatcher, the former inflation. Kingdom. letter to the pope that the rule should be changed to al- British prime minister who died at age But deindustrialization of the “In response, Margaret Thatcher low married men to be ordained priests where pastoral 87 following a stroke. 1980s also saw rising unemployment gave her a short speech on Britain’s needs required it. They suggested that it was unfair to Baroness Thatcher, who led Britain and rioting in major British cities, welfare provisions and social security,” allow married former Anglican ministers to be ordained from 1979 to 1990, died “peacefully” leading to appeals from Catholic and he said. “Mother Teresa simply as Catholic priests in England, Wales and Scotland while the morning of April 8, according to Anglican bishops for Thatcher to take responded by asking ‘But do you have the church insisted on the celibacy rule for Catholic can- her family. a more “compassionate” approach. love?’” didates in those countries. The letter did not suggest Soon after news of her death was She also took Britain into war with Baroness Thatcher, a pharmacist, that serving priests should be given permission to marry, made public, Archbishop Vincent Argentina over the Falkland Islands in then a lawyer before entering and the legislators proposed that the celibacy rule be re- Nichols of Westminster, president of 1982 and united with U.S. President politics, was opposed to introducing tained for bishops. the Bishops’ Conference of England Ronald Reagan and Blessed Pope John restrictions to the 1967 Abortion Act, and Wales, issued a short statement. Paul II in taking a strong position but she also opposed the destructive against communist imperialism, for experimentation on human embryos THRISSUR “It was with sadness that we heard India which she earned the moniker the on the grounds that there was no the news of the death of Baroness Iron Lady, given to her by a Soviet scientific justification for it. Priest murdered, nun commits suicide Thatcher, who served this country journalist. In an April 8 statement, British Catholics in southern India faced double tragedies at for many years both as a member of She also took an uncompromising Prime Minister David Cameron, Easter time: the murder of the rector of a regional major Parliament and as prime minster,” approach to Irish terrorism, and also a Conservative, described his seminary and the suicide of a young nun. Father K. J. said Archbishop Nichols. U.K. National Archives opened in predecessor as a “great leader” and a Thomas, rector of St. Peter’s Seminary in Bangalore, was “We pray for the repose of her soul 2010 show that she wrote to Blessed “great Briton.” found murdered April 1. In Coimbatore March 30, Sis- and for the intentions of her family John Paul in 1980 to ask the pope He canceled a meeting in Madrid ter Angeline Nirmala Reena drank poison and told fellow and all those who now mourn for to condemn an IRA hunger strike at with French President Francois nuns about it during breakfast before she died. Police said her,” he added. the Maze Prison in Belfast, Northern Hollande so that he could return to the family of the 26-year-old nun had complained that Baroness Thatcher, the daughter of Ireland. Britain. she had been harassed in the convent. Father Thomas, a Methodist greengrocer, became the In 1984, Thatcher survived an A Buckingham Palace spokesman who had been on the faculty of the regional seminary for first woman ever to hold the office of IRA attempt to assassinate her with a said Queen Elizabeth II was “sad to three decades, apparently died in an attack by intruders. British prime minister. bomb in a hotel in Brighton, England. hear the news of the death of Baroness On May 4, 1979, the day of her Thatcher was seldom openly Thatcher” and would be sending a election, she read out the prayer of St. antagonistic toward the Catholic private message of sympathy to her Sudan AGOK Francis of Assisi in her first address to Church, however, and Lord Alton family. Sudan-South Sudan border remains in dispute the nation. of Liverpool, a Catholic member of Baroness Thatcher will not have South Sudan gained independence from Sudan in 2011, While in office, Thatcher strove to Parliament, recalled in an April 8 a state funeral, in accordance with yet the border issues still have not been resolved. Central “roll back the frontiers of the state” statement how he had once arranged her own wishes, but she will be to that dispute is Abyei, a border region between the two by privatizing state-owned sectors of a meeting between the prime minister buried with full military honors after countries. Under a 2005 peace plan, it was supposed to British industry and by giving people and Blessed Teresa of Kolkata. a ceremony in St. Paul’s Cathedral, have a referendum in 2011 to decide whether it would in social housing the right to buy their Lord Alton said Mother Teresa told London. become part of the North or the South. Yet the vote never happened. The Sudanese government has a less-than- sterling reputation when it comes to keeping promises; a Current Quote March 15 report from the Satellite Sentinel Project docu- mented a buildup of Sudanese military in nearby Heglig. “I do believe that it was a kiss from heaven, to say this child is loved and I know him.” Father Biong Kuol, parish priest in the disputed Abyei –Christiana Gondreau, whose disabled 8-year-old son, Dominic, was region, said he is frustrated by the world’s apparent lack embraced by Pope Francis at St. Peter’s Square after Easter Mass, March 30 of interest. 18 FEATURES HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD • APRIL 12, 2013

which he would always take to get around “because it’s fast; but if I can, I prefer the Priests should bus because that way I can look outside.” Favorite pastime: As a boy, he liked to collect stamps. Today, “I really like reading smell of sheep and listening to music.” The teacher as a Favorite authors and books: “I adore po- etry by (Friedrich) Holderlin,” a 19th-cen- master of metaphor tury lyric poet; Alessandro Manzoni’s “The Betrothed” (“I Promessi Sposi”), which he VATICAN CITY said he has read at least four times; Dante Metaphors are used extensively in the Alighieri’s “The Divine Comedy”; and any- Bible and they pop up just as often in Pope thing by Fyodor Dostoevsky and Argentine Francis’ talks and teachings. writer Jorge Luis Borges. Some of his most vivid allegories as pope The pope recalled that even though included his urging the world’s priests to be Borges was an agnostic, “he’d recite the “shepherds living with the smell of sheep” by ‘Our Father’ every evening because he had bringing Christ to people far from the faith; promised his mother he would, and died and his telling cardinals that all Catholic el- ders need to share with the young their in- with a sense of ‘religious comfort.’” sight and wisdom, which are like “fine wine Favorite music: “Leonore” Overture No. 3 that gets better with age.” by Ludwig van Beethoven conducted by Metaphors did not come to Pope Francis the late-Wilhelm Furtwangler, “who, in my with the papacy. As archbishop of Buenos Ai- opinion, is the best conductor of some of CNS photo/Paul Haring res, he used similar figures of speech to get Pope Francis greets guests before leading the Good Friday Way of the Cross at the Colosseum. (Beethoven’s) symphonies and works by simple, yet powerful, ideas across to his lis- Wagner.” teners. Favorite dance style: Tango, which he said The following are some metaphors that he loves “very much. It’s something that appear in the book, “Pope Francis: Conver- comes from within.” He said he danced the sations with Jorge Bergoglio.” The book, by tango when he was young “even though I Sergio Rubin and Francesca Ambrogetti, is Getting to know you preferred the milonga,” which is an older a series of interviews originally published in 2010 under the title “El Jesuita” (“The Je- By Carol Glatz form of tango with a faster rhythm. suit”). The book is currently unavailable in Catholic News Service Favorite movie: “Babette’s Feast” because English. it shows the transformation of a group of Priests and the stink of sheep: The future been you who was drowning while someone people who took denial too far and didn’t pope said, “A church that limits itself to just jumps in the water to save you.” know what happiness was, he said. The carrying out administrative duties, caring for “Only we big sinners have this grace” of Soccer, the sumptuous meal helps free them from their its tiny flock, is a church that in the long run knowing what salvation really means, he fear of love, he said. He also likes Italian will get sick. The pastor who isolates himself said. neorealism films, which often confronted the social, economic and moral conse- is not a true pastor of sheep, but a ‘hairdress- Sin is a stain only Jesus can remove: “Sin is tango, subways er’ for sheep who spends his time putting not a stain that I must wash out. What I need quence of World War II, but added that as curlers on them instead of going to look for to do is ask forgiveness and reconcile myself, These are a few of his archbishop he didn’t have much time to go others.” not go to the drycleaners.... I have to go en- to the movies. He said the situation today is the mirror favorite things counter Jesus who gave his life for me.” Favorite painting: “The White Crucifixion” opposite of the biblical parable of the shep- People need to learn from the “shipwreck VATICAN CITY by Marc Chagall. The scene “isn’t cruel, herd who leaves his 99 sheep to find the one rather it’s full of hope. It shows pain full of that is lost. “Today we have one in the pen culture” and salvage the past to build the Here are a few of Pope Francis’ favorite serenity. I think it’s one of the most beauti- and 99 we need to go looking for.” future: “The shipwrecked castaway faces the things, which he revealed in a series of interviews granted while he was archbishop ful things Chagall ever painted.” The need to mature in life like fine wine: The challenge of survival with creativity,” he said. “He needs to begin building a hut using of Buenos Aires. Favorite person: His grandmother Rosa, future pope tells a story of being in an air- The interviews are in the book, “Pope port and seeing an older, very well-known, the boards from the sunken ship, together who helped raise him when he was little, with new things found on the island he’s Francis: Conversations with Jorge Bergo- taught him his first words of Italian and successful businessman waiting at baggage glio” by Sergio Rubin and Francesca Am- claim. He said it’s common to see young washed up on.” passed on her deep religious sensibility. “In every new era, one can apply the im- brogetti, which was originally published in people be impatient, but it came as a surprise 2010 under the title “El Jesuita” (“The Je- Favorite saint he turns to in time of need: to see an older gentleman get “infuriated be- age of the shipwreck because there are things St. Therese of Lisieux. He kept a photo of that we no longer need, suit”). It is not yet avail- cause his bag was late.” able in English. her on his library shelf with a vase of white “It made me sad to see a person who temporary things, and roses in front of it. “When I have a problem Favorite sports: When wasn’t able to enjoy the wisdom of old age. (eternal) values that get I ask the saint, not to solve it, but to take it he was young, the fu- Instead of improving (with age) like a fine expressed in another in her hands and help me accept it.” wine, he had gone sour like a wine gone way.” ture pope played bas- Favorite virtue: “The virtue of love, to make bad.” ketball, but he loved Pain versus resentment: going to the stadium room for others with a gentle approach. Knowing how to let children grow and go is “Resentment is like a to watch soccer with Meekness entices me enormously! I always like flying a kite: The future pope tells a story full house with lots of his whole family to see ask God to grant me a meek heart,” he said. of flying kites in his neighborhood when he people crammed inside their favorite team, San was a child. so they can’t see the Worst vice to avoid: “The sin that repulses Lorenzo. He lamented me most is pride” and thinking of oneself as “There’d come the moment when the kite sky, while pain is like a that the fan scene is would begin making a ‘figure 8’ and begin city in which there are a big shot. He said when it has happened to not what it used to be. him, “I have felt great embarrassment and falling. In order to keep that from happen- still lots of people, but At the worst, “people ing, you mustn’t pull the string. The kids who at least you can see the I ask God for forgiveness because nobody would yell at the ref- has the right to behave like this.” knew more than us would scream, ‘Give it sky. In other words, pain eree that he was a bum, some slack, it’s wobbling!’” is open to prayer, tender- a scoundrel, a sellout ... Typical reaction to unexpected announce- “Flying a kite resembles the approach you ness, the company of a nothing in comparison ments: He freezes. When Pope Francis was need to take regarding a person’s growth: friend and thousands to the epithets they use elected pope and appeared at the central sometimes you need to give them some slack of things that offer dig- today,” he said. balcony, many noticed he looked rather because they are ‘wavering.’ In other words, nity. That’s why pain is a stiff. Turns out that’s how he reacted when it is necessary to give them time. We have to The Vatican has updated the coat of Favorite city: “I love healthier situation” than arms of Pope Francis. The insignia bor- where I live. I love Bue- he was named auxiliary bishop in 1992 be able to set limits at the right moment, but resentment. and how he reacts “to anything unexpect- other times we need to know how to look rows much from his former episcopal nos Aires.” He has trav- emblem. On the blue shield is the ed, good or bad, it’s like I’m paralyzed,” he the other way and be like the father of the Optimism versus hope: eled in Latin America symbol of the Society of Jesus. Below said. parable (the Prodigal Son) who lets his son “It’s best to not confuse and parts of Europe, optimism with hope. it is a star and the buds of a spikenard including Ireland “to Things he would rescue in event of a fire: move out and squander his fortune so that he flower, which represent respectively learns from experience.” Optimism is a psycho- improve my English.” His breviary and appointment book, which Mary and St. Joseph. The papal motto However, he said, “I al- Salvation from sin is like being saved from logical attitude toward also contains all of his contacts, addresses is the Latin phrase “Miserando atque ways try to avoid trav- drowning: Being upfront and honest about life. Hope goes further. eligendo,” which means “because he and telephone numbers. “It would be a real eling ... because I’m one’s sinful nature actually helps create a It is an anchor that one saw him through the eyes of mercy disaster to lose them.” a homebody” and got more authentic encounter with God, the fu- hurls toward the future, and chose him” or more simply, “hav- “I’m very attached to my breviary; it’s homesick easily. ture pope said. it’s what lets you pull on ing mercy, he called him.” The phrase the first thing I open in the morning and “There are people who believe they are the line and reach what comes from a homily by St. Bede. (CNS) Favorite way to stay the last thing I close when I go to sleep.” righteous, follow the catechism well enough you’re aiming for” and informed: Newspapers. He also keeps tucked safe between its and abide by the Christian faith, but they head in “the right direc- He said he turned on pages his grandmother’s letters and her last don’t have the experience of having been tion.” Hope is also theological: “God is there, the radio only to listen to classical music. words to her grandkids before she died. saved.” too.” He had thought he’d probably start using She said that in times of sadness, trouble or “It’s one thing to hear about a boy who God’s patience is “comfortable and sweet the Internet like his predecessor, the late- loss, to look to the tabernacle, “where the was drowning in a river and the person who like a summer’s night.” Cardinal Juan Carlos Aramburu of Buenos greatest and noblest martyr is kept,” and to jumped in to save him; it’s another to have Death, who is “eager,” knocks daily; “I run Aires, did — “when he retired at 75.” Mary at the foot of the cross so that they personally been at the scene and lent a hand; from it, but it smiles at me inviting me to ac- Favorite mode of transport as cardinal may “let fall a drop of salve on the deepest and even another for it to have actually cept it.” archbishop of Buenos Aires: The subway, and most painful wounds.” APRIL 12, 2013 • HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD FEATURES 19 Father Kenneth Pope Francis Doyle GENERAl AUDIENCE QUESTION CORNER Women are privileged Why isn’t Catechesis witnesses of Christ By Francis X. 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VATICAN CITY Eucharist valid? Women have a privileged role in the church because My wife is a serious Christian of their ability to pass on the faith through love, Pope Francis said. and a faithful churchgoer. “Women have had and still have a special role in She is a member of a reverent opening doors to the Lord, in following him and com- Q and active congregation. Her municating his face, because the eyes of faith always pastor is a man who gave up a lucra- need the simple and profound look of love,” the pope tive profession to become a priest. told an estimated 50,000 people in St. Peter’s Square My wife receives the Eucharist every April 3. “This is the mission of women, of mothers and wom- Sunday, and she believes fervently in en, to give witness to their children and grandchildren the real presence. As I understand my that Christ is risen,” he said. “Faith is professed with the own Catholic Church’s teaching, the mouth and heart, with the word and love.” Eucharist my wife receives is invalid In the second weekly public audience of his pon- because she is an Episcopalian and tificate, Pope Francis resumed a series of catecheti- her priest’s ordination is invalid. I cal talks on the creed begun by Pope Benedict XVI in January. have a hard time not believing that Commenting on the words, “rose again on the third Christ is present in the bread and day in accordance with the Scriptures,” the pope noted wine consecrated by an Episcopal that the New Testament gives women a “primary, fun- priest. Jesus is supposed to be pres- damental role” as witnesses of Jesus’ resurrection. He ent when people gather in his name. cited the passage in Mark Chapter 16 in which women Doesn’t that apply to my wife’s find an empty tomb and an angel who tells them that Jesus is alive. church service? (Lynchburg, Va.) “Here we can see an argument in favor of the historical truth of the resurrection,” Pope Francis said. “If As is commonly known, the Catholic Church it had been an invention, in the context of that time it A recognizes the validity of the sacrament of bap- would not have been linked to the testimony of wom- tism when it is administered according to many non- en,” since the Jewish law of period did not consider Catholic rites — including the Orthodox Church and women or children as “reliable, credible witnesses.” all the main-line Protestant communities. “This tells us that God does not choose according to When someone from one of those traditions de- human criteria,” the pope said. “The first witnesses of cides to enter the Catholic Church, no “rebaptism” is CNS photo/L’Osservatore Romano via Reuters the birth of Jesus are the shepherds, simple and humble needed. All that is required is a simple profession of Pope Francis signs a cast on the leg of a young pilgrim at the end people, and the first witnesses of the resurrection are faith and acceptance into the Catholic Church. of his weekly audience in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican April 3. women.” With the Eucharist, though, it is a different matter. The sacrament of the Eucharist can be confected only by a priest, and so the validity of the Eucharist depends on the validity of that particular priest’s ordination. And here, as you point out, is where the Msgr. Owen problem occurs. Campion The position of the Catholic Church is that ordi- THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER nation to the priesthood, according to the Anglican ritual is invalid. (The Episcopal Church is the Ameri- can branch of the worldwide Anglican Communion.) The history of this position is long and involved, but Peter, do you love me? I will summarize it. In the late 1800s Pope Leo XIII established a com- Acts of Apostles 5:27-39, 40b-41; Revelation 5:11-14; John 21:1-19 with three affirmative responses. mission to study the question. It concluded that in In ancient Jewish symbolism, three the 16th century when King Henry VIII broke with gain this weekend, the The Book of Revelation is the represented what was complete, Rome, the bishops who first joined him had been Ro- church presents as its first source of the second reading. Prob- final and absolute. To each answer, man Catholic bishops and had clearly been ordained reading for liturgy in East- ably no other book of the New Testa- Jesus commissions to Peter to love validly. ertime a passage from the ment, and few in the Old Testament, the Good Shepherd’s flock. His com- AActs of the Apostles. perennially leave readers wondering But under the reign of Henry’s son, King Edward mission is exact, final and unquali- VI, the makeup of the Anglican ordination ritual took The mere construction of Acts is a as does Revelation. fied. It sent Peter to continue the a decidedly Protestant swing. The intent of the ritual lesson. Actually, it is a continuation (Revelation is not the more an- Lord’s work. of St. Luke’s Gospel. Its underlying cient, nor literarily precise, term. was no longer to confer the sacrament of holy orders Reflection as the Catholic Church had viewed it stemming from lesson is that the salvation achieved The older, and better, term is Apoca- the time of the apostles. The papal decree “Apostoli- by the Lord Jesus did not end with lypse. However, most English-speak- It would be difficult indeed to cae Curae” in 1896 confirmed that position. the Ascension. The presence of Jesus ing biblical scholars have adopted find three readings from the New In the late 20th century, under the impetus of the in the world did not end with the the better known name of Revela- Testament that individually are so ecumenical energy generated by the Second Vatican Ascension. The Risen Lord, ascended tion.) beautiful, and so expressive, and Council, scholars began to revisit the issue with the into heaven before the very eyes of Yet Revelation is clear. Again and that together teach such a marvelous encouragement of Pope John Paul II. But after con- the Apostles, absent the dead Judas, again, it refers to Jesus as the sin- lesson. siderable research, no reason could be uncovered for lives and acts through the Christian less Lamb of God, the title used by Setting the stage is the reading reversing the findings of Leo XIII’s time. community, a community of visible John the Baptist for the Lord. It is an from Revelation. Disciples live with In a papal document in 1998 (together with a structure, with specific functions. overpowering reference to the fact one foot on earth, but the other in companion elucidation by the Vatican’s Congregation This reading reports a conflict that Christians stand with one foot heaven, and nowhere else is this for the Doctrine of the Faith), the issue was laid to between the Sanhedrin, led by the on earth, the other in heaven, for reality better seen than in the Eu- rest, and the invalidity of Anglican orders was held high priest, and the Apostles. The they stand in and with Christ, Son of charist. by the Catholic Church to be a settled matter. (As a Sanhedrin was the official ruling God and son of Mary, a woman. The very combination of Acts corollary to that theological position, today when council of Judaism at the time of St. John’s Gospel supplies the last with Luke’s Gospel reminds us that Anglican clergy wish to become Roman Catholic Jesus. Its agenda was primarily reading. It is a Resurrection Narra- the salvation accomplished by Christ priests, they are ordained once more in a new cer- religious, but its authority touched tive. It is wondrous and consoling. still lives. It was with the early emony.) virtually every aspect of life. Again, Jesus, risen from death, appears to Christians in the Apostles. It is with It is important to note that this position on the and important to note, Peter is the the Apostles as, without luck, they us still in the Apostle’s successors, validity of orders is intended in no way to question spokesman for all the Apostles. He are fishing on the Sea of Galilee. At and in the church. The trial before the sincerity of Anglicans. God can minister his grace was their leader. dawn, recalling the time of the Resur- the Sanhedrin reminds us that Pe- in all sorts of ways and through many channels. I Ordered to stop preaching about rection, Jesus comes into their midst. ter’s fervor beside the sea, as Peter have no doubt that the Lord is touching your wife’s Jesus, the Apostles boldly reaf- He tells them exactly where to cast saw Jesus risen from the dead, never life though her participation in the Episcopal liturgy. firmed their intention not to stop. their nets. They obey, and a huge ended. After the betrayal, forgiven My inclination would be not to trouble her with deep No earthly power could deflect them catch comes. The Beloved Disciple by Christ, Peter is worthy in his faith theological distinctions. in fulfilling their commission from recognizes Jesus, but Peter is central and love. We can rely upon his testi- the Lord. As was the case in earlier to the story. He rushes to Jesus. mony and his guidance. Questions to Father Doyle may be sent to him at askfa- weekends, Peter offers here a capsu- Then, at a meal, Jesus asks Peter [email protected] or 40 Hopewell St., Albany, NY lized story of the life and mission of if Peter really loves Jesus. It is a Msgr. Campion is the associate pub- 12208. Christ. question put to Peter three times, lisher of Our Sunday Visitor. 20 FEATURES HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD • APRIL 12, 2013

Father John Catoir Helping, not Spiritualife hurting in the confessional y purpose in writing this column is not just to up- hold the teachings of the Catholic Church but also to Mencourage priests to use their discern- ments skills wisely in the confessional. For example, consider the following argument: It is a mortal sin to miss Mass on Sunday. Jane Doe missed Mass on Sunday. Therefore, Jane Doe committed a mortal sin. Correct? Not necessarily. There are many serious reasons that might ex- plain Jane’s action. She could be taking care of a baby or have an illness; those are serious reasons why she can’t make it to Mass. We cannot attri- bute mortal sin to everything. Then there are matters that are more com- plicated. Masturbation, for example, is a serious matter. It can lead to sexual addiction. We all Father Ron know of people who become sex addicts. They lose their self-respect, and in time their lives be- Rolheiser come unmanageable. Sexaholics Anonymous is a 12-step program that can attest to the devastating consequences of this addiction. Related to this matter, I’d like to tell you about Lucky sevens a good woman who phoned me early in the morning not too long ago. She was weeping as she rom the Bible to casinos, seven is often considered to the imprisoned, and bury the dead. And Seven Spiritual Works of Mercy: pleaded for my help. It seems a young priest had be a magical, perfect and lucky number. Jesus told Instruct the ignorant, counsel the told her in the confessional that she was living us to forgive those who hurt us 70 times seven times. doubtful, admonish sinners, bear in mortal sin. Her occasional sexual weakness seemed to overpower her at times. This particular Clearly he meant that to mean infinity. Genesis speaks wrongs patiently, forgive offenses willingly, comfort the afflicted, and night, she was awake for hours imagining the Fof the seven days of creation, Scripture speaks of seven arch- pains of hell. pray for the living and the dead. angels, and the Book of Revelation speaks of the Seven Seals Moreover, Roman Catholics ven- Here are some of the facts I know about this woman. She has been married to a self-loathing, of Revelation. The Bible is saturated with the number seven. erate the Seven Sorrows of Mary: The prophecy of Simeon, the flight irresponsible alcoholic for over 40 years; she suf- It would take several pages just to list the references. into Egypt, the loss of the child Jesus fers from a very painful condition, and her family has serious economic problems. What is true for the Christian bible Christian theology speaks of in the temple, meeting Jesus on the way of Calvary, Jesus dying on the I calmed her down and told her that a sin of is paralleled elsewhere: There are the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit: weakness is not a sin of malice. seven lucky gods of good fortune in Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, cross, receiving the body of Jesus in her arms, placing the body of Jesus I reminded her that God is un- Japanese mythology, and the Bud- Fortitude, Knowledge, Piety and Fear The changing love and that his love dhists believe that Buddha walked of the Lord. Of Seven Deadly Sins: into the tomb. And of course, not least, we and favor is not seasonal. He seven steps at his birth. In Judaism, Pride, Envy, Wrath, Sloth (Acedia), priest’s have the famous Seven Wonders always loves her. As a priest of there are seven days of mourning, Greed, Gluttony and Lust; and of of the World, though now there Jesus Christ, I was confident in the weekly Torah is divided into sev- Seven Corresponding Heavenly Vir- role in are arguments as to what precisely assuring her that she had not en special sections, there are seven tues: Humility, Kindness, Patience, constitutes that list: Some argue for the con- lost God’s favor. blessings recited at a Jewish wed- Diligence, Charity, Temperance and the original list, The Seven Won- In my 52 years as a priest I ding, the Jewish bride and groom are Chastity. It also speaks of the Seven ders of the Ancient World, others fessional have found that many penitents feted for seven days, and there are Last Words of Jesus: “Father, forgive propose The Seven Wonders of the accuse themselves falsely. I re- seven primary emotions attributed to them for they know not what they is not to Modern World, some speak of The member hearing the first confes- God. In the Islamic tradition, there do”; “Truly I say to you, today you Seven Wonders of the Contemporary judge but sions of many children over the are seven heavens and seven earths, will be with me in paradise”; “Father, World, and still others affirm that years. A few of them confessed seven fires in hell, seven doors to into your hands, I commend my the real wonders of this world are to witness the sin of adultery. They prob- heaven and seven doors to hell. spirit”; “Woman, this is your son ... constructed by nature and they list to the ably read the word “adultery” in And then there are these facts This is your mother”; “My God, my instead The Seven Natural Wonders a book listing the possible sins connected to the number seven: God, why have you forsaken me?”; “I of this World. penitent’s that should be confessed. There are seven continents in the thirst”; “It is finished.” So what’s the true list? What, in How silly it would have been world, seven colors to the rainbow, Mohandas Gandhi spoke of seven fact, constitutes the Seven Wonders sorrow for me, or anyone for that mat- seven days in a week, seven basic social sins: politics without principle, of the World? ter, to take such a confession musical notes, seven stars in the Big wealth without work, commerce Recently this story appeared on seriously. But adults often do the Dipper, and seven celestial bodies without morality, pleasure without the internet: A teacher asked her same thing. They exaggerate. The priest’s role in visible to the naked eye. Seven is the conscience, education without char- students to name The Seven Won- the confessional is not to judge but to witness to calling code for telephones in Rus- acter, science without humanity, and ders of the World. A number of the penitent’s sorrow and, if possible, to discern sia. In North America, major-leagues worship without sacrifice. To this, students, with the help no doubt of the objectivity of the confession. baseball, basketball, and hockey all Roman Catholics have added seven electronic gadgets, quickly produced God alone knows the depths of the human decide their final championships themes of Catholic social teaching: the various lists. One young girl, heart. through a seven-game series, and The life and dignity of the human however, without any electronic I remember a time when a woman confessed seven is the jersey number chosen by person; the call to family, commu- research, produced her own list. that she had missed Mass three weeks in a row. many elite athletes, including Mick- nity, and participation; rights and The Seven Wonders of the World, When I asked for the reason, she replied, “I was ey Mantle. Casinos too like the num- responsibilities; the option for the she submitted, are: seeing, feeling, in the hospital having a baby.” ber seven. Lining up a row of sevens poor and vulnerable; the dignity of tasting, smelling, touching, breath- I smiled and congratulated her. Then I asked is the route to many a jackpot. work and the rights of workers; soli- ing and loving. That list, I believe, why she bothered to confess it. She replied, “Be- Jesus, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, darity; and care for God’s creation. trumps all other lists and includes all cause it makes me feel better.” nature, the measurement of our Roman Catholics have seven the sacraments. I gave her absolution. weeks, Russian telephone codes, ma- sacraments: Baptism, confirmation, I like to end these accounts with a prayer: jor league sports, Mickey Mantle and Eucharist, reconciliation, healing Oblate Father Ron Rolheiser, theolo- “May the passion of our Lord Jesus Christ, the casinos — now that’s an audience! of the sick, holy orders, and mat- gian, teacher and award-winning au- merits of the Blessed Virgin Mary and all the It’s no accident that there are lots of rimony. Seven Corporal Works of thor, is president of the Oblate School saints, and whatsoever good you do or suffer- lists of “sevens”: Mercy: Feed the hungry, give drink of Theology in San Antonio, Texas. He ing you endure, may it all lead to the remission For example: we have all kinds of to the thirsty, clothe the naked, shel- can be contacted through his website of your sins, the increase of grace and the gift of theological and church-lists of seven: ter the homeless, visit the sick, visit www.ronrolheiser.com. eternal life.” APRIL 12, 2013 • HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD FEATURES 21 Kathleen T. Choi IN LITTLE WAYS Myfaith Out of Father Manuel Hewe, diocesan priest control VIRIDITAS: SOUL GREENING few years ago, I broke my baby Interviewed by Sister Malia Dominica Wong, OP toe. I was taking off my jeans, Hawaii Catholic Herald and they were stuck around one ankle. So I gave a hard Akick. The jeans came off, but my toe hit Prayer the wall. As I jumped around the room in pain, my mind added to my Book of for busy people Rules: “Always sit down to remove pants. n seminary, we once had this discussion: “Why Never stand near the wall.” can’t people pray?” People are always saying that they don’t have time for it. So, how are we Which was dumb. Of course, we want to learn able to inculcate in their minds the importance from our mistakes. However, this was an accident, Iof relating to God, the Source? Otherwise, they will be- time.” “I Am Who Am.” God, who is your father, cares for and we can’t plan for those. No matter how care- come like a well that when it dries, it dies. you. Know that you are never left to abandon, you belong ful we are, we will trip on the rug, drop a favorite To some, God is an added thing, like how spirituality is to God’s family and are timelessly being loved by God. vase or kick the wall. We’ll also be victims of other an added to their schedule. However, that is not the ap- At lunchtime, take three minutes to review what you people’s accidents. Someone will back into us in the propriate attitude to have. Taking time to grow in greater consume. Give three minutes to Jesus who says, “I came parking lot or put away the ketchup with a loose awareness of God is essential to the whole of our being. that they may have life, and have it to the full.” Imagine, cap. We have less control over our safety and com- Between kyros and chronos, kyros means “moment of you are not only eating the eucharistic bread, but also the fort than we like to admit. grace” and is more important than the chronos of chrono- wisdom of Jesus! Reflect on his very mercy and forgive- While OSHA and other agencies urge us to pre- logical time. Kyros is time to enjoy the moment. Chronos, ness in your life. We are forgiven sinners. God, who you vent accidents, the medical community urges us to on the other hand, like the Greek mythological monster can’t see, is revealed in the face of Jesus. And it is in the prevent disease. Their advice is worthwhile. Our that eats children, consumes us as time can kill. Prayer is faces of others that, with Jesus, we help others. “When bodies are a gift from God, and we should care for not to be an added schedule, it is a relationship. I was naked, you clothed me. When I was sick, you took them as such. However, I quarrel with the word “pre- The prayer that I have to offer only takes three min- care of me …” What are your life-giving attitudes? How vention.” Diet and exercise can reduce our chances do you fulfill your responsibility to the created world? Do utes when you wake up in the morning, at lunch and in of a heart attack or diabetes, but the primary cause you throw away properly the water bottle, or just trash it? the evening before retiring. It’s a prayer for busy people. of both diseases is genetics. That we can’t control. We are called to care. We are connected to this life-giving It is centered on the spirituality of awareness. The great We don’t like the randomness of illness any more force, this food which is Jesus himself. Fathers of the Church taught that self-knowledge leads Before going to sleep, take three more minutes to re- than we like accidents. When we hear that some- to deeper awareness of the divine presence. This divine flect on the gifts of the Holy Spirit to you. Through aware- one is seriously ill, we immediately look for causes. presence is God who, in the Three Persons of the Trinity, ness of your relationships with your friends, workers, and Nancy has cancer because she used to smoke. Mark relates to us. the things you have, you can see “The Spirit moves where has arthritis because he’s overweight. It’s especially First, in the morning, before getting out of bed, take it wills.” Take a moment then to say a prayer of thanksgiv- important that the cause of someone else’s illness three minutes to reflect on the God who is so mysterious, ing for the day. Say “thank you” to God as you anticipate exempts us. Unlike the sufferer, we eat right. We ex- and yet who comes to us in relationship as a father. How with hope tomorrow. ercise regularly. We’re safe. does a father care for his children? How do we relate to In other words, we reassure ourselves by blaming the father? Contemplate the many blessings and things Rev. Manuel Hewe was ordained a priest in 1997. He is the the victim. When that doesn’t work, we blame God. that God the Creator has provided for you, including your diocesan vicar for clergy and head of the Office of Clergy for He is punishing the sufferer for her sins. He sent life. It is he who says, “I am with you until the end of the Diocese of Honolulu. He resides in downtown Honolulu. sickness as a test or to demonstrate his power. Or, worst of all, “God needed another angel in heaven.” Then we move from blaming God to trying to con- then walked on wordlessly. Inside the trol Him. We promise to pray more, Effie bag were warm buns. give away more money or publish “That woman will never be forgot- In the un- his praises if only he will perform Caldarola ten,” Auerbacher says. “One never expected a miracle. We visit faith healers or FOR THE JOURNEY knows what a small act of kindness seek the right saint. Sometimes the can do.” challenge, miracle occurs, but more often it The other lesson: In the pictures doesn’t. Some of Christ’s best fol- The last voices speak Auerbacher has of her German vil- God is lowers were killed by illness. Or lage during the time of deportation loving the malice of others — yet another ice, dysentery, bedbugs, fleas After Kristallnacht, the “night of and in the photos of the Czech village thing we can’t control. and two showers a year. These broken glass,” when Jewish homes that housed the camp, windows look us. In the Here we are in the Easter sea- aren’t childhood memories a and synagogues were attacked down from ordinary houses where son, all white and gold and trium- woman should carry with her, throughout Germany, her family’s ordinary people could see clearly midst of phant hymns. But remember how Lyet when concentration camp survi- horror began. She was just 3 years what was happening. In one picture, we got here. Even non-believers vor Inge Auerbacher talks about her a little girl Auerbacher knew as a old when their home had all the suffering, agree that Jesus was a great and young life in Theresienstadt, a Nazi- windows broken out. When she was child watches men being loaded onto good man. Yet in the end, the run camp in Czechoslovakia, a vital- 6, she was forced to wear the yellow trucks. God is prayer that the Father answered ity and optimism seem to transcend Star of David and take an hour train “What were you thinking?” Auer- loving us. was not, “Take this cup away” but, the horror. ride to attend a special Jewish school. bacher asked her years later, when Auerbacher is now 78, but when But soon she and her parents were she revisited her childhood village, “Thy will be done.” she spoke at a church in Omaha, deported to Theresienstadt. now devoid of Jews. We Catholics are in a joyful mood. Not only is Neb., recently, she told the gather- There were no gas chambers “I was just looking,” replied the Lent over, but we have a new pope. In gratitude, ing, “I’m still that little girl,” the little there, but there was a crematory woman who was once the little girl in many of us have resolved to do a better job of fol- Jewish girl who was shipped off from where thousands of the dead were the photo. lowing our Lord and serving his church. Yet even her native Germany at the age of 6. burned. And, Auerbacher says, from People knew, said Auerbacher, and here, much is out of our control. Our habits are A fierce, cold north wind didn’t Theresienstadt, “the tracks went yet, they did nothing. against us, as is the world. How long after our keep the large crowd from turning straight to Auschwitz.” More than Auerbacher is, in her own words, morning prayers will we meet our first temptation? out to hear Auerbacher’s presenta- 88,000 people from Theresienstadt “a tough cookie” who survived when Reading the newspaper? Checking our email? Driv- tion. Perhaps, like me, many were were sent to extermination camps. only 1 percent of children in the ing the kids to school? Our need for God’s grace is thinking, How many more opportuni- Remarkably, Auerbacher and her camps did. She survived tuberculosis perpetual. ties will I have to hear a survivor of parents survived and settled in the after the war, became a chemist and This is yet another truth we resist. We don’t like the Holocaust speak in person? U.S. after the war. authored several books. seeing ourselves as sinners. We don’t like depending “We are the last voices,” said Auer- Two things from her story stood But for those of us who ponder on God every day, every minute. Yet to refuse this bacher. “Another 10 years? Let’s face out. One was a vision of the little her story and the wider story of the dependence is to refuse salvation. In the unexpected it: gone.” child by herself on the train to school, murder of 11 million Jews and oth- challenge, God is loving us. In the midst of suffering, Auerbacher grew up thoroughly being taunted and pushed by others, ers under the Nazi regime, how can God is loving us. In our sinfulness, God is loving us. German — “more German than Hit- hovering near a window so she could we fail to ask ourselves the question, The most effective precaution we can take in this life ler,” she likes to say — as the only turn her left side with the star away Who are we? is to pray, “Into thy hands ...” child of middle-class parents in a from sight. Are we the woman who delivered village where her family had lived One day, she said, a woman a small but courageous gift or the Kathleen welcomes comments. Send them to Kathleen for 100 years. Her father fought for walked by and quietly placed a onlookers who watched and then Choi, 1706 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo, HI 96720, or e-mail: Germany in World War I. brown paper bag by her side and turned away? [email protected]. 22 FEATURES HAWAII CATHOLIC HERALD • APRIL 12, 2013 Saints Bernadette Soubirous 1844-1879 Diversions c) A statue of St. Anthony of Padua April 16 d) An octagonal baptismal font As a child in a poor French Hawaii Catholic family in the Hautes-Pyre- 6) Picture nees town of Lourdes, Berna- Harold’s Quiz dette suffered both asthma and cholera. Uneducat- ed, she had not made her first Communion by 1858, We’re “spring”-ing into action, Heral- 3) Devotions the year she experienced 18 visions of a beautiful dians. The sun is peeking through April’s Fill in the blank from the Divine Mercy lady calling herself the Immaculate Conception and showers, and the Easter liturgical season Chaplet: “Eternal Father, I offer you the calling for penance and pilgrimage. Bernadette was is in full swing. Get your thinking caps body and blood, soul and _____ of your unchanged by this extraordinary experience, and ready for this set of springtime trivia! dearly beloved Son, our Lord Jesus Christ in 1866 became a member of the Sisters of Char- ...” ity, taking the name Maria-Bernarda. Chronically ill 1) Saints a) Intentions after 1875 with worsening asthma and tuberculosis The feast day of St. Bernadette is cel- b) Charity of the bones, she died at age 35. When she was ebrated on April 16. Which of the follow- c) Divinity canonized in 1933, it was not for being the Lourdes ing is true about her? d) Passion visionary, but for her simple life of prayer, devotion Which pope is shown in this photo? a) She died at the age of 35 and obedience. © 2013 Catholic News Service a) John XXIII b) She is said to have witnessed appa- 4) Organizations ritions of the Blessed Virgin Mary Which Catholic group for men was b) Pius XII c) She was born in Lourdes founded by Father Michael J. McGivney c) John Paul I Ordinary time d) All of the above in 1882? d) Paul VI a) Franciscan Friars of the Atonement 2) Scripture b) Community of Sant’Egidio 7) Clergy c) Knights of Columbus In the Gospel reading for Sunday, April d) Monastic Fraternity of Peace “His Eminence” is used as a title of re- 14 (John 21:1-19), Jesus reveals himself spect for which clergymen? to his disciples for the third time after 5) Hawaii a) Superiors of religious orders being raised from the dead. Where does Which of the following is NOT found in this appearance of Jesus occur? b) Bishops the Cathedral of Our Lady of Peace? c) Cardinals a) At his empty tomb a) The coat of arms of the Diocese of b) On the shore of the Sea of Tiberias Honolulu d) The pope c) On a mountain in Galilee b) A stained glass window of Christ d) During supper in Jerusalem the King Answers: 1) d, 2) b, 3) c, 4) c, 5) d, 6) a, 7) c

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NEWS for the Curse of young adult FRI complaining Catholic 4/12/2013 23 VATICAN CITY – Complain- ing frequently and stewing Mana'olana over disappointments can easily become an obsession that blocks one’s view of Jesus’ presence in difficult situations, Pope Francis said. Celebrating morning Mass April 3 with staff members from the Domus Romana Sac- erdotalis, a nearby residence and guesthouse for clergy, Pope Francis preached about the Gospel story from St. Luke about the two disappointed disciples on the road to Em- maus after the death of Jesus. “They were afraid. All of the disciples were afraid,” he said. As they walked toward Emmaus and discussed everything that had happened, they were sad and complaining. “And the more they complained, the more they were closed in on themselves: They did not have a horizon before them, only a wall,” the pope said, according to Vatican Radio. When all people can think CNS photo/Universal This is a scene from the 1993 movie “Jurassic Park,” now rereleased with 3-D effects. of is how wrong things are going, Pope Francis said, the Lord is close, “but we don’t movie review | Jurassic Park 3-D recognize him. He walks with us, but we don’t recognize him.” (Catholic News Service) Dinosaurs rule, again President’s By Gerri Pare everyone knows will happen: bushes, fogged-up windows lushly standing in for the the answer seems clear in prayers Catholic News Service the dinos running amuck or off-screen. Costa Rican island setting of serene closing shots of birds WASHINGTON – President NEW YORK and puny humans running The menace to the two the bizarre Jurassic Park. soaring over the ocean. Barack Obama said his visit to Moviegoers are in for for their lives. kids (Joseph Mazzello and Humor is well-used as But for most of the movie the Holy Land just before Easter some extreme excitement This is a movie where Ariana Richards), however, much-needed comic relief it is the dino that soars and gave him “blessed moments” if they venture within the action speaks much louder is really scary in scene after with some wry remarks roars in this larger-than-life praying at the Church of the terrifying boundaries of “Ju- than words and, as such, dia- scene and would definitely coming from maudlin thriller. Due to much intense Nativity in Bethlehem – his rassic Park” (Universal), now logue and characterizations give children nightmares. mathematician Jeff Gold- menace to children and sev- first visit there – and walking rereleased with 3-D effects. are weak. It’s the special In fact, the movie becomes blum. Theme park devel- effects that are mighty. such a terrifying horror film, eral stylized scenes of violent where Jesus did, he said at a Steven Spielberg directs oper Richard Attenborough And spectacular they are. it may be too intense even and romantically involved death, the Catholic News prayer breakfast at the White the mother of all mon- The six species of dinosaurs for a few teens and adults al- scientists Laura Dern and Service classification is A-II House April 5. ster movies from Michael look incredibly realistic and though most should be able Sam Neill round out the cast, — adults and adolescents. “I had a chance to pray and Crichton’s best-selling novel, the ravenous shrieks they to handle the high-velocity but they are mostly props in The Motion Picture Asso- reflect on Christ’s birth, and his detailing what happens after emit will raise goose bumps thrills. the plot. ciation of America Rating is life, his sacrifice, his resurrec- genetically re-created dinosaurs break loose in a theme on your goose bumps. With such a premium The underlying moral PG-13 — parents are strongly tion,” Obama said in remarks at park and see two young Spielberg handles the placed on the rampaging question — whether science cautioned. Some material the annual breakfast he hosts children and assorted adults death scenes gingerly monsters, it is actually the has the right to tinker with may be inappropriate for for Christian religious leaders as tasty treats. (undoubtedly to avoid an group shots of peaceful dinos the natural laws without children under 13. around Easter. “I thought about The first hour is almost R rating and win a more that are enchanting. Cinema- regard to consequences — is all the faithful pilgrims who Pare is retired director of the U.S. humdrum, simply an at- profitable PG-13) and victims tography is top-draw, with paid lip service in phony- Conference of Catholic Bishops’ for 2,000 years have done the mospheric buildup to what are usually done in behind the Hawaiian island of Kauai sounding dialogue, although Office for Film and Broadcasting. same thing – giving thanks for the fact that, as the book of Ro- mans tells us, ‘Just as Christ was raised from the dead through Christina the glory of the Father, we too Capecchi may live a new life.’” (CNS) TWENTY SOMETHING Earthly focus VATICAN CITY – When hundreds of thousands of Faith of our fathers: deep roots and online ancestry young Catholics gather with Last night, while many of my death certificate, a passport applica- love with the daughter of a charcoal both religious and cultural: St. Pat- Pope Francis in Rio de Janeiro peers tuned into the finale of ABC’s tion and his WWI draft card. salesman. They hid a Jewish-Italian rick’s Day, St. Lucia’s Day. The same in July for World Youth Day, “The Bachelor,” a three-hour event Suddenly I was studying his family in their attic during World christening gowns and recipes were reflections on safeguarding the dubbed “historic” by the show’s pointed cursive and reading his self- War II and enjoyed a happier roman- held dear and passed down. Ances- environment will be part of the ratings-minded host, I delved into assessments: a brown-haired, gray- tic fate, reaching their 70s together try.com understands this, archiving program. some real history. I joined more than eyed sculptor with no missing limbs and dying three days apart of natural the funeral Mass cards that served as “From the beginning 2 million people and subscribed to and a dependent wife and child. I causes. placeholders in missals and history. of planning – under Pope the genealogy website Ancestry.com. could almost see his fingerprints. Another great, great grandpa, “To be deep in history,” Blessed Benedict XVI – we thought No, I don’t fit the target demo- After three hours and one call to meanwhile, five years older played John Henry Newman once said, “is that a major theme in Brazil, graphic of silver-haired bird watch- Mom, I had grafted six generations the fiddle and studied in an Irish to cease to be Protestant.” Beyond known as ‘the lungs of the ers, but somewhere in my 20s, the to my family tree. The work wasn’t seminary, ultimately abandoning his 1517, when Martin Luther nailed world,’ would have to be the curiosity sprang up. If the charge of loaded with flashy discoveries, but I vision of priesthood and setting sail down his 95 Thesis, it’s all Catholic environment,” said Marcello early adulthood is to develop a better found a rhythm. And I felt connect- to America. — incense and sacrament, monks Bedeschi, president of the John understanding of who you are and ed, rooted. These were my people. Their stories amaze me: teenaged who preserved the Bible, nuns who Paul II Foundation for Youth, a where you come from, then explor- I liked saying their names. On the brides, parents burying multiple taught children and ran hospitals, Rome-based organization that ing my heritage seems a logical Italian side, a host of lyrical moni- children, cross-Atlantic voyages, an- whose faith-filled pupils and patients assists with World Youth Day pursuit. kers: Pacifico, Gaspero, Angelo. On cestors from both sides settling into produced the world’s great cathe- planning. I began with the ancestor who the Irish side, sturdy single syllables: the same St. Paul ward and attending drals. Somewhere in their midst “We did not know that has loomed largest: the great grandpa Frank, James, George. Mass for the sounds and smells of — across the alley, around the river — there would be a new pope and who emigrated from Florence, Italy The farthest back I traced was home. two people met and married, forging that in his first three major ad- to St. Paul, Minn., in 1906, a 17-year- my great, great, great grandma Te- How improbable it is that we’re the lineage that leads to you. dresses, he would speak about old who didn’t speak English and resa Romagnoli, born in 1841, when here, that each of was conceived and Our job is to let their stories safeguarding creation, not in broke his mother’s heart. Gregory XVI was pope. She married survived, that all the pilgrims who speak, anchoring us to a deeper faith political or ideological terms, I entered all the information I a fellow Florentine, Joseph Capec- could’ve met or missed each other and buoying us with a greater sense but as a Christian obligation,” had, working off research gathered chi, who died three years later, giving crossed paths exactly as they did. of adventure. Bedeschi said. (CNS) by my dad’s cousin. In less than a her one child. Teresa outlived Joseph I love that my heritage and my Christina Capecchi is a freelance writer second, 47 matches for my great by 44 years. faith are inextricably linked. For from Inver Grove Heights, Minn. She can grandpa appeared: census data, his Their son grew up and fell in Catholics, family traditions were be reached at www.ReadChristina.com. Hope • ConfidenCe • expeCtation Hawaii Catholic Herald

for the young adult FRI Mana'olana CatholiC 4/12/2013 24 Quote “I like that I’m missing a day of school, but I love the opportunity I have here to learn more and share Getting ready for Rio experiences. It’s a civil responsibility for Thirty-four from Hawaii prepare for a spiritual journey to World Youth Day in Brazil people to be involved, to understand what’s By Lisa Gomes offer catechetical sessions, liturgies, faith I have for him.” She hopes the July 14 at Resurrection Church on Special to the Herald evening prayer experiences, concerts experience will benefit both her and going on so they can Oahu. and cultural events throughout the her students who look to her as a World Youth Day originated with advocate their own Pope Francis will be there. So will city. role model. an invitation by Pope John Paul II to Bishop Larry Silva. And at least 33 points (and) make On Thursday, the pilgrims wel- Rhea Quemado, a youth minister youth to come to Rome on Palm Sun- others from Hawaii. Plus an antici- better decisions.” | come Pope Francis. Friday’s main at Resurrection of the Lord Par- day in 1985 to celebrate the United Maryann Telesh, 16, who with her pated 2 million more. event is the Stations of the Cross. ish, Waipio, said she believes “this Nations’ first International Youth youth group took part in the annual They’re all going to World Youth On Saturday, pilgrims will begin a experience will benefit me through Year. The event’s success prompted lobby day for Catholics March 20 at Day — which is more like a week, 30-mile pilgrimage to Guaratiba for my passion as a youth the pope, in December of that year, the New York state Capitol (Catholic July 23-28 — in Rio de Janeiro, the overnight vigil and closing Mass minister in my parish, to institute World Youth Day, to be News Service) Brazil. with the Holy Father. as well as serve as a celebrated internationally at a week- World Youth Day is a massive ProFILE On Monday, the Hawaii group personal testimony to long event every two to three years. meeting of hearts — young, diverse will board a sailboat known as a my faith.” She hopes the Since then World Youth Days and Catholic — with its main objec- Gary Garo “saveiro” and spend the day cruis- opportunity will help have been held in 10 countries, tive to make the message of Christ Youth and young adult ing the sunny emerald waters off the her influence others, especially the most recently in 2011 in Madrid, known to all the world’s youth. It’s ministry leader, Ca- Costa Verde. Their pilgrimage ends young people in her parish, to want Spain, which hosted approximately basically a huge festival with music, thedral of Our Lady of with a trip to Corcovado Mountain, to better understand their faith. 1.2 million young people from 170 catechetical events, faith sharing, Peace topped with the iconic statue of Malcolm Zara, music minister at countries, including about 150 from cultural activities and liturgies in a Christ the Redeemer. Resurrection of the Hawaii. Favorite pilgrim spirit of faith, hope and unity. Everyone who stays behind will Lord, “looks forward to Compared to the number of movie: “A Man Rio’s theme comes from the be able to follow the trip virtually this truly remarkable pilgrims Hawaii has sent to the last for All Seasons” Gospel of Matthew: “Go and make through four Hawaii young adult experience to witness five World Youth Days, the number (1966). It fol- disciples of all nations.” bloggers. They are: to Jesus with mil- going the Rio this year is by far the lows the trials of It’s not a vacation. It’s a spiritual Alicia Bonifacio, a middle school lions of Catholics.” He smallest. This is probably due to the one my favorite journey, a time to reconnect with catechist and youth minister at St. “believes that World fact that travel costs run high, from saints, Thomas More, during his Jesus, a time to share one’s faith. Ann Parish, Kaneohe, said she is Youth Day will provide an amazing $4,000 to $5,000 a person, and that persecution by Henry VIII. It involves preparation, sacrifice, looking forward to environment to grow in faith” and the last World Youth Day was only Holiday: Good Friday. If you want purposeful reflections, communal “gathering with Catho- “looks forward to learning more two years ago. the ultimate example of true love, living and sharing, and a heart open lics from around the about God’s love and how he touches look to the Passion of Jesus Christ. to being formed by the Spirit of God. The Hawaii pilgrimage still has open- world who are as pas- millions of lives from different cul- Parable: Prodigal son. Its benefits often remain long after ings. Go to www.eftours.com/1190921, or sionate about Jesus as tures all over the world.” the trip is over. In short, it can be a contact the Office of Youth and Young Adult Prayer: Holy Mass, of course! I am and want to share The Hawaii pilgrims have been Ministry at 203-6763 or hawaiicathyyam@ life-changer! The most perfect prayer which with others the love of a truly awe- meeting monthly to prepare spiritu- rcchawaii.org for more information. The Hawaii group — three teens, connects heaven and earth, where some God.” She is hopeful that this ally for World Youth Day by reading 19 young adults and 12 adults repre- we pray and sing together with all experience will continue to deepen Scripture, studying church teach- the angels and saints. senting 10 parishes, plus Bishop Silva her relationship with Jesus. ing, engaging in group discussions and Benedictine Sister Celeste “CC” Church song: “Veni Creator Elisa Nirei, first grade catechist at and praying together. They are also Cabral of the Benedictine Monas- Spiritus” (Gregorian chant). St. Ann Parish, believes encouraged to continue personal tery of Hawaii — leaves for Rio de Person of the Holy Trinity: that “attending World reflection and journaling at home. Janeiro July 21. They will play turista Jesus Christ. Youth Day will help Bishop Silva will celebrate a pre- until the opening Mass July 23 with Breakfast this morning: Natto bring me closer to God departure Mass with the travelers Archbishop Orani Joao Tempesta. and quinoa. I eat them religiously and help me learn how and their families on July 12 at St. Wednesday through Friday will every morning. to express the love and Theresa Church, Kihei, Maui, and on Tattoo: I have St. Michael the Archangel in Japanese woodblock form on my shoulder and the Libera Me text from the Requiem Mass on my leg.

SaintS under 35 United in faith St. Charles Lwanga and companions Proclaiming they would keep their faith “until death!,” nearly two dozen young Ugandan men were martyred in the late 1880s at the hands of a corrupt king. The spread of Catholicism in Uganda beginning in 1879 was welcomed by King Mutesa, but when he died his cruel and LiSa’S CatHeCHiSM Corner MAKANA’S HELPFUL HINTS pedophilic son, Church teaching explained to you Exciting ways to enhance young adult ministry Mwanga, took the throne. Mwanga Why did God create us? Good morning! turned his attention God created us out of free and unselfish love. [Catechism of the Catholic Last Friday during the “Collect” of the Mass, we prayed “that what we to the pages in the king’s court, Church 1-3] celebrate by professing the faith we may express in deeds.” Father Peter who ranged from ages 13 to 25 At the Easter Vigil, we hear the creation story from Genesis chapter one. Miti said in his homily that day that the disciples were unsure of what to and who were being baptized or After each day of creation, “God saw how good it was.” And after six days of do with the truth of the resurrection made known to them. Father Peter prepared for baptism. creating, God rested. He rested knowing that what he created was “very good.” said that Jesus was trying to tell them that this truth was not meant for Charles Lwanga was chief The creation story tells us a lot about who God is. God didn’t create the wa- them to keep to themselves, but to be shared with everyone. page and served as protector of ters, the land, fish and the birds, because he was bored. He created because He Father Peter went on to say that Jesus gives us ways to understand the younger boys. In 1886, Mwan- loves. “God is love” (1 John 4:16b). The YOUCAT says that “out of the ‘surplus’ this truth, to offer it as a sacrifice via the Holy Eucharist, and to share it ga learned of the pages’ faith, and of his love he created us. He wanted to share his endless joy with us, who are with others through the graces and gifts he bestows upon each of us. As 15 of them were rounded up to creatures of his love.” I walked home after receiving Jesus’ body and blood that day, I realized be burned at the stake; Charles The creation story expresses God’s never-ending love for us. All of Scrip- that through every person I see, God is giving me an opportunity to share was the first to die this way. The ture teaches us that God created man out of love and to love. However, God this truth. killings continued until 1887, does not force this love upon us — it is our choice to accept and share it. So as we continue to celebrate Easter, the “morning of new life,” I when the 22nd young martyr was “The measure of love is to love without measure.” [St. Francis de Sales] encourage you to join me in sharing this truth with everyone you see beheaded. Pope Paul VI canonized through a small deed: Say “Good morning” to anyone you pass and watch the group in 1964. #YearofFaith Challenge: We are given a choice to freely accept God’s love. the seed of the joyful Truth spread. Try it  (www.catholicnewsagency.com) How will you choose? Lisa Gomes is the director of the Office of Youth and Young adult Ministry Makana Aiona is the diocesan coordinator for Young Adult Ministry.