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50 th A nniv atholic itness ersary C W The Newspaper of the Diocese of Harrisburg January 22, 2016 Vol. 50 No. 1 Celebrating 50 Years

This month marks the golden anniversary of The Catholic Witness, which published its founding subscribers’ edition on January 13, 1966. Iconic images from the past 50 years are featured in this anniversary edition, as well as the founding letter from Bishop George Leech, and a congratulatory letter from Bishop Ronald Gainer. We’ll continue to celebrate our anniversary throughout the year with reprints of photos as well as interviews with former staff members. We thank our readers for their loyalty, and celebrate this milestone with you! The 2 - Catholic Witness • January 22, 2016

DIOCESE OF HARRISBURG (717) 657-4805 OFFICE OF THE BISHOP Fax (717) 657-1370 4800 Union Deposit Road Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17111-3710 Bishop’[email protected] www.hbgdiocese.org

Dear Friends in Christ, “Today we of the Diocese of Harrisburg inau- gurate our own newspaper. You see readily why it bears the name of The Catholic Witness. … On the part of all of us, please God, The Catholic Witness will be of personal and practical help as we try and keep on trying to be loyal and true witnesses for Christ in our daily living, spiritual and temporal, in private and in public. Godspeed The Catholic Wit- ness on its errand of truth and love.” These words, taken from the letter of Bishop George Leech, introduced the diocese to its new diocesan newspaper. Bish- op Leech prayed that God would speed the new initiative on its errand. And God has favorably responded to that prayer. Over these 50 years The Catholic Witness has been faithful to its mission to spread the Gospel and to preserve in text and photos the events, programs and activities of the dio- cese, parishes, schools, families and individuals – reporting and preserving the ways we in the Diocese of Harrisburg sanctify, celebrate, evangelize, educate and serve in the name of Christ. We have just concluded our annual celebration of God’s self-commu- nication in Christ. The first heralds of the Good News were angels, then shepherds, then wise men. Now we are entrusted with the joy and duty of communicating the truth about Jesus and our salvation in Him. Over these 50 years communications media has undergone breathtak- ing developments. Yet print media maintains an important place. In fact, surveys consistently show that the majority of Catholics rank their parish bulletins and diocesan newspapers as the primary source of information regarding the church and the faith. On behalf of all the faithful in our diocese I acknowledge with sincere gratitude all those who for half a century have maintained and advanced The Catholic Witness, especially our dedicated, gifted staff today. Congrat- ulations and blessings on our diocesan newspaper at its Golden Anniver- sary. May God speed The Catholic Witness on its errand of truth and love through its next 50 years. Sincerely Yours in Christ,

Most Reverend Ronald W. Gainer

editorials, and local news stories continue today. It sums up perfectly running alongside national colum- the responsibilities that we have as nists made for editions that some- today’s staff: simply do our job as times looked a bit jumbled – but witnesses. that points to the paste-up world of Would those founding staff mem- the day, when photographers and bers – and others who have served design staff literally assembled the this newspaper over these past 50 newspaper by hand. years – have ever imagined how There certainly are vast dif- it would grow and continue to de- ferences between The Catholic velop? Today, in addition to being Witness of January 13, 1966, and mailed to some 78,000 households, The Catholic Witness of January The Catholic Witness is available 22, 2016. Yet, those differences are in style and method, not in mission digitally via e-mail, and its pho- and values. tos and stories are posted on the There’s an interesting read in diocesan Web site and Facebook the inaugural edition: The Catholic page. And, to celebrate our golden Witness’ “Statement of Policy.” It’s anniversary, we’ve established an a set of guidelines denoting the pur- Instagram account to bolster our pose of the diocesan newspaper and foray into social media and engage what readers could expect of it. younger generations. Within this “Statement of Many have left their mark on this Policy,” we find that the values of newspaper: the late Msgr. Leo Bei- this newspaper’s founders are still erschmitt, first executive editor; the closely held today. late Carl Balcerak, first managing The function of The Catholic editor; Charlie Blahusch, renowned Witness, they write, “is to be an photographer from the first edition organ of information, instruction, until his retirement in 1997; Paul opinion and service in the diocese. Cullen, talented writer from 1972- This does not mean that news of 1999; and the late Father T. Ronald the community, nation and world Haney, executive editor from 1975- are to be excluded from the pages 2006, to name a few. of The Catholic Witness. Far from And the current staff, with it.” Bishop Ronald Gainer as publisher, “With the cooperation of the managing editor Jennifer Reed; people of the diocese, we intend photojournalists Chris Heisey and to do to the best of our ability the task the Bishop has entrusted to us. Emily M. Albert; and administra- ‘Doing Our Job as Witnesses’ We are not interested in creating tive assistant/circulation coordina- an ‘image,’ in political labels, in tor Susan Huntsberger. By Jen Reed staff, syndicates and readers – focus on peace sugar-coated religious stories, or We’ve all left our own marks on The Catholic Witness efforts and the earliest fruits of the Second in wrangles among columnists. We our diocesan newspaper. Whether Vatican Council. Black and white photo essays are interested simply in doing our in photography, in written word, A turn through the fragile pages of the span full pages to depict the people and places job as witnesses.” in editing or in ensuring that the founding edition of The Catholic Witness of the diocese. Advertisements extend the lat- That last line struck a chord with newspaper and its message of quickly reveals a newspaper style common to est in ladies’ fashion (Print your own sewing me, as I considered the people who evangelization is shared far and the 1960s era. patterns!) and offer solutions to male baldness. laid the foundation of our news- wide, we are simply doing our job Editorials – in text and cartoon form, from Furniture ads placed among social justice paper and forged the path for it to as witnesses. The January 22, 2016 • Catholic Witness - 3 Celebrating 50 Years The 4 - Catholic Witness • January 22, 2016

The Harrisburg Diocesan Guild of the Catholic Medical Association and The Mystery of Mercy By Sister Geralyn Schmidt, SCC The St. Thomas More Society of Central Pennsylvania Special to The Witness Invite all Catholic physicians, lawyers, Many years ago, when I was a postulant, I learned the importance of being judges, healthcare workers, legal professionals, aware of the needs of others in a very real way. I was standing in a very long medical students and law students to a checkout line in a local pharmacy. It was late July, and it was pouring rain out- side. The rain that was pounding on the roof of the store could Lenten Day of Reflection be heard within the building. Saturday February 13, 2016 As the checkout line snaked to the cashier, I began crowd-watching. I was 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. amused by the reaction of the people Thoughts Diocese of Harrisburg coming out of the summer rain into the from a Catholic store through a revolving door. They 4800 Union Deposit Road Evangelist would stand briefly in front of the door, Sister Geralyn Harrisburg, PA 17111-3710 shake their umbrella and try to dry off themselves before experiencing the Schmidt, SCC Guest Speaker and Celebrant: coldness of the air conditioner. People Most Reverend Ronald W. Gainer, D.D., J.C.L. were coming in to the store in this man- ner, and those leaving it were obviously dreading the inevi- Eleventh Bishop of Harrisburg table as they donned their raincoats, opened their umbrellas and jumped into the deluge. “The Moral Law and Grace” In the midst of this flurry of activity was an elderly woman with an arm in a The morning includes Mass, confessions, adoration and cast from her fingertips to her shoulder. She was trying to juggle her casted arm, a very large umbrella as well as a paper bag filled with various items and her light refreshments. Free will offering will be accepted. purse. As she stood in front of the revolving door, in the midst of the stream of For planning purposes, RSVP by February 9th to: people coming in and going out, she tried to balance everything she held, to no avail. I watched as she spun around and around because of her inability to carry [email protected] everything in addition to the movement of people around her. I began to wonder why no one stopped to help her. Could they even see her and her struggle? After I paid for my items, I went up to her and asked, “Do you need any help? Where are you going?” She looked at me with a glance that pierced my being. Lenten Retreat Day for Adults with I knew that look. She was thinking, “Who is this young woman? Why should Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities I trust her?” Apparently, I “passed the test” since she stammered, “I, I’m go- ing to the post office,” which was only a block away. I took her package and held the umbrella over her. I loved walking through summer rain, and this was Saturday, March 5 • Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg a wonderful excuse! As I walked down the block, I asked her, “After the post office, where are you going?” She responded by saying that she was going to 9:30 a.m...... Registration and Refreshments the town’s senior citizens’ center for lunch. She was going to take the bus to get 10 a.m...... Workshop/Activity there. The rain was still coming down. I told her, “Wait for me here. Let me get 12 p.m...... Lunch my car. You can’t get on the bus in this rain with your package, your casted arm 1 p.m...... Small Group Activity and umbrella.” 2 p.m...... Prayer Service Turning around, I walked the several blocks back to my car. When I arrived at the post office, the woman was waiting for me. I opened the car door, got her Deacon Bill Fleming will be the retreat presenter. He is the Director of the into it, put the seatbelt around her and got back into the driver’s seat. She turned Office of Disabilities Ministry in the Archdiocese of Baltimore. He holds a to me and time seemed to stand still. She fired, trying to understand, “Who are Masters Degree in Special Education from Johns Hopkins University, is a you really? Why would you do this for me? Why do you care?” Choking back board member of the National Catholic Partnership on Disability, and coordi- tears, “Are you my angel?” Chuckling, I explained to her that I was a postulant; nator of the Special Religious Education Program at St. John the Evangelist that I was going to be a Sister; that I was from three towns away. I told her my Church. name and she gave me hers. She shared with me her sacred story: The retreat is free of charge, and lunch is included. RSVP by February Mary Orlando was 85 years old, and lived in a senior apartment building in 26. To register, contact Kate Neri at 717-657-4804, ext. 317, or kneri@ town. She had no children and was never married. She was her parents’ only hbgdiocese.org. child, and upon her dad’s death when she was 20, lived with and took care of her mother. She had worked as an administrative assistant to one of town’s CEOs that had their corporate headquarters there. Her mom had only recently died and lived well to a ripe old age of 105 because of care she had given her. She said “Finding Joy In Suffering” that she took care of her mom her entire life and was wondering if it was all a waste. She had lost all hope because life had become unbearably lonely. She Annual Women’s Lenten Day of Recollection said that she was a “God fearing woman” but began to doubt that God loved her any more. She felt old, alone, and loved by no one. Saturday, February 13 • Corpus Christi Church, As I drove her to the senior citizens’ center, I held her hand, cried and laughed 320 Philadelphia Ave., Chambersburg with her. When we arrived at our destination, I turned off the car so that she Sister Geralyn Schmidt, SCC, will lead the day, which is hosted by the could finish her story. I asked her to keep me in her prayers and promised her Council of Catholic Women of Corpus Christi Parish. that we would again see each other; if not on this side of eternity, we would All women of the diocese are welcome to attend. The day will begin with meet on the other side. As I helped her out of the car, we stood and she said Mass at 8:30 a.m., celebrated by Father Luis Rodriguez, pastor. The day will to me, “You have given me a tremendous gift. You have renewed my sense of end at 12:30 p.m. Cost of $10 includes breakfast. Checks should be made hope. I have never met you before, but you feel as if I have always known you. payable to the “Corpus Christi CCW” and mailed to Corpus Christi Parish You have been a blessing for me this day!” I wiped the tears falling from her Office, 320 Philadelphia Avenue, Chambersburg, PA 17201, ATTENTION: eyes and held her. I traced the sign of the cross on her head and kissed her and said goodbye. We never saw each other again. But the memory of her has been CCW. Please include your telephone number. etched into mine. For me, she has become the epitome of what the mystery of Registration deadline is February 9. For more information, contact Jane mercy looks like. Let me explain. Wishard at 717-264-8703. In the Bull of Indiction of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy1 Pope Francis declares: “Mercy: the word reveals the very mystery of the Most Holy Trinity. Mercy: the ultimate and supreme act by which God comes to meet us. Mercy: The the fundamental law that dwells in the heart of every person who looks sincerely into the eyes of his brothers and sisters on the path of life. Mercy: the bridge that connects God and man, opening our hearts to the hope of being loved forever CatholicWitness despite our sinfulness.” (2) The Newspaper of the Diocese of Harrisburg How often do we find ourselves in a similar situation that Ms. Orlando faced: broken and casted, alone and lonely, spun around, wet with tears, cold and sor- Telephone The Catholic Witness 717-657-4804 ext. 201 OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE DIOCESE OF HARRISBURG rowful and confused. How often do we call out to anyone that would hear us, “Are you really there?” FAX Most Rev. Ronald W. Gainer: Publisher 717-657-7673 In a society that could make anyone and all of us invisible, during this Year Email: [email protected] Jennifer Reed: Managing Editor of Mercy, see the individual that is near you and incarnate God’s love to them. Website: www.hbgdiocese.org Staff Go on! You can do it! Chris Heisey: Photojournalist 1 http://w2.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/apost_letters/documents/papa- Yearly Subscriptions: Emily M. Albert: Photojournalist $8.17 per family, derived from Susan Huntsberger: francesco_bolla_20150411_misericordiae-vultus.html diocesan revenues from the Circulation Coordinator and Administrative Assistant parishes. Other subscriptions: (Sister of Christian Charity, Geralyn Schmidt, is the Wide Area Network Co- $12.00 The Catholic Witness (ISSN 0008-8447, USPS 557 120) is published biweekly ordinator at the Diocese of Harrisburg and the Director of Formation for Wives except Christmas/New Year and July by the Harrisburg Catholic Publishing Association, in the Diaconate Program. An educator for 29 years, she is responsible for Moving? Send us the address label 4800 Union Deposit Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111 3710. Periodicals postage paid at from The Catholic Witness plus Harrisburg, PA. Professional Development Programs for every age learner. Through her pre- your NEW address including zip sentations, she challenges her audiences to be the individual God has called code +4. Please allow three weeks POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: for the change. The Catholic Witness, 4800 Union Deposit Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111-3710. them to be.) The January 22, 2016 • Catholic Witness - 5 Father Orloski Remembered as a Generous, Unifying Priest By Jen Reed Parish in Lebanon, and was appointed as its pastor three years later. The Catholic Witness He served Sts. Cyril and Methodius Parish until 1995, when he was appointed as pastor of Holy Angels Parish in his native Kulpmont, Father Raymond Orloski, a priest of the Diocese of Harrisburg for which he served until his retirement in 2008. 53 years, died January 11 at his home in Kulpmont. He was 79. Father Karwacki commended Father Orloski for his ministry at The Funeral Mass was celebrated on January 16 at Holy Angels Holy Angels, assigned there as pastor in 1995, when St. Casimir’s, Church in Kulpmont, with Bishop Ronald Gainer as the celebrant, Our Mother of Consolation in Mount Carmel and Our Lady of Per- and Sulpician Father John Kemper as homilist. Burial was in St. Ca- petual Help in Marion Heights merged to form Holy Angels. simir’s Cemetery. “He was a unifier, and he knew how to bring people together,” “I will always remember him as being a very dynamic preacher, Father Karwacki observed. “Because of that, he helped to forge a extremely pastoral in caring for the ill, and compassionate to fami- very dynamic parish there.” lies during funerals,” said longtime friend Father Francis Karwacki, “For 13 years, Father Ray worked tirelessly in building a com- pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in Mount Carmel. munity of faith,” Father Kemper said of the late priest’s ministry at “Even in his retirement, he remained generous, filling in here and Father Raymond Orloski Holy Angels. “Through developing the liturgical life of the parish to there to assist with Masses, even going quite often to Mary Gate of breathing new life into the parish picnic celebration, little by little he Heaven Parish in Myerstown,” where he assisted his classmate and friend, Father won over many of his critics. With each passing year, a parish was being forged Robert Berger. out of the work of many hands coming together for a common goal.” “He was just a very well-rounded and very caring priest, very much loved and After retiring from active ministry in 2008, Father Orloski remained active, respected,” Father Karwacki told The Catholic Witness. assisting at parishes throughout the diocese. Notably, he was the spiritual ad- Raymond John Orloski was born in Kulpmont on January 27, 1936, to Frank viser and board member of the Mother Pauline Visintainer Religious Foundation, and Helen Orloski. He was raised in St. Casimir Parish, and attended St. Casimir which was established in Kulpmont in 2002. Located in the former St. Casimir School and Catholic High in Mount Carmel. He underwent studies for the priest- Church, the St. Pauline Spirituality Center is home to first-class relics of more hood at St. Charles College in Catonsville, Md., and at Mount St. Mary’s Semi- than 15 saints and artifacts from former churches in the area. nary in Emmitsburg, Md. Father Kemper, in his homily during the funeral Mass, reflected on Father Or- Father Orloski was ordained a priest of the diocese by Bishop George L. Leech loski as a just man and a respected priest who responded to his vocational calling. on May 19, 1962, at St. Patrick Cathedral in Harrisburg. “German theologian Karl Rahner, in his work The Sacraments, wrote of ‘the In his early assignments, he served as assistant pastor of St. Joseph Parish in Eternal Yes’” that continues beyond a particular moment in time and space, Father Berwick from 1962-1963, St. Gertrude Parish in Lebanon from 1963-1964, St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Lancaster from 1964-1967, St. Patrick Parish in York Kemper remarked. from 1967-1969, St. Joan of Arc Parish in Hershey from 1969-1973, and at Cor- “On May 19, 1962, Father Raymond Orloski said ‘Yes’ before Bishop George pus Christi Parish in Chambersburg from 1973-1976. L. Leech and began a life of priestly service to the Diocese of Harrisburg,” he Father Kemper, in his homily during the funeral Mass, fondly recalled being said. “Having looked outside of himself, seeing the needs of the local Church and Father Orloski’s neighbor as a child in Kulpmont. world, he too responded with no deliberation and with grace-filled enthusiasm. “I can remember Father Ray coming home to visit his parents, Helen and Frank, “For almost 80 years, he lived out his vocation, first as a Christian and then as on Chestnut Street. I can remember when there was a bounce in his step and en- a priest, always the best he could with God’s grace,” Father Kemper concluded. ergy in his stride, as he walked up the back yard of his parents’ home, heading to “We commend this just and faithful servant to the God who was his ultimate goal the kitchen door,” said Father Kemper, a priest of the diocese who is serving as and final home.” Provincial Superior of the U.S. Province of the Society of St. Sulpice. Letters of condolence may be sent to Father Orloski’s sister, Mrs. Bernice Fes- In 1976, Father Orloski was named as administrator of Sts. Cyril and Methodius niak, 199 Kenwood Drive South, Levittown, PA 19055. Spaces Remain for World Youth Day 2016 Pilgrimage to Poland World Youth Day festivities will begin July 26, and conclude with a Mass Registration Deadline is May 23 celebrated by Pope Francis on July 31. Prior to the international gathering, pil- grims from the Diocese of Harrisburg will participate in a retreat experience A total of 30 spaces are still available for youth and young adults who wish with Bishop Gainer and diocesan priests July 24-26 in Warsaw, Czestochowa, to join Bishop Ronald Gainer on the World Youth Day pilgrimage to Krakow, Auschwitz and Wadowice. Poland, in July of this year. The Diocese of Harrisburg’s World Youth Day pilgrimage The international World Youth Day celebration will be high- is open to youth who will be ages 16-18 at the time of the trip lighted by spiritual offerings, cultural activities and Mass cel- and their chaperones, and to single and married young adults ebrated by Pope Francis. ages 18-35. The diocesan pilgrimage is an undertaking of the The 2016 celebration will take place in the home see of St. Diocesan Office for Youth and Young Adult Ministry. John Paul II, who initiated World Youth Day in 1985. The For information on deposits and payment schedules, or to theme for World Youth Day 2016 in Krakow, selected by Pope receive a complete itinerary, contact Virginia Pereira, Associ- Francis, is “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mer- ate Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry, at 717-657- cy” (Mt 5:7). 4804, or [email protected].

Mass for the Closing of Bishop Gainer’s the Year of Consecrated Life Public Calendar Sunday, January 31 at 2 p.m. Good Shepherd Church, • January 22 – March for Life, Washington, D.C. 3435 Trindle Road, Camp Hill

• January 24 – Mass and pastoral visit at St. Francis Xavier Parish, All are invited to join Bishop Ronald Gainer and the religious Gettysburg, 11 a.m.; Prayer Service for the Week of Prayer for Christian order priests, brothers and sisters and their lay associates and mem- Unity, Prince of Peace Episcopal Church, Gettysburg, 3 p.m. bers of secular institutes for a Mass for the Closing of the Year of Consecrated Life. Bishop Gainer will be the celebrant. • January 31 – Mass for closing of the Year for Consecrated Life, Good All religious order priests, brothers and sisters, Shepherd Church, Camp Hill, 2 p.m. lay associates and members of secular insti- • February 1 – Catholic Schools Week Mass at St. Joseph School, Danville, tutes are especially invited to at- 9:15 a.m. tend, and will be seated in the center/reserved pews. • February 2 – Catholic Schools Week Mass at Bishop McDevitt High This Mass is open to School, Harrisburg, 10 a.m. all the faithful to cel- ebrate consecrated • February 4-5 – Mid Atlantic Congress, Baltimore, Md. men and women. A • February 7 – Dedication of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Cornwall, light reception will 2 p.m. follow. The 6 - Catholic Witness • January 22, 2016 Local Catholic and Lutheran Leaders Laud ‘Declaration on the Way’ Document Underscores Agreements, Maps Steps to Full Unity between Churches

By Jen Reed theran-Catholic marriages, as spouses cannot re- The Catholic Witness ceive Communion in each other’s congregation. This pain was highlighted in news reports in No- An ecumenical document that summarizes 50 vember, after a Lutheran woman asked Pope Francis years of Catholic-Lutheran dialogue aims to in- what she and her Catholic husband could do to share spire both churches to continue working toward full Communion together. Christian unity. In a pastoral response, the pope encouraged the “Declaration on the Way: Church, Ministry and couple to pray, study and act according to their con- Eucharist” expresses the consensus of Catholics and Lutherans on those three specific and central topics, sciences. “I would never dare to give permission for while mapping out remaining differences and sug- this because it is not in my authority,” the Holy Fa- gestions to move forward. ther said. Released this past fall, it was prepared by a joint Reflecting on the circumstance, Father Fisher task force of the United States Conference of Catho- pointed out that “The goal of all ecumenical dia- lic Bishops’ Committee on Ecumenical and Interre- logue is the Breaking of the Bread. However, it’s not ligious Affairs and the Evangelical Lutheran Church where we are yet, and this is what Pope Francis was in America. saying in answering a pastoral question.” It’s a particularly timely document, released in “The churches are not in full communion, which preparation for the 500th anniversary of the Refor- means that the sacrament cannot be received recip- mation in 2017, and to commemorate the 50th an- rocally,” he said, acknowledging that there are in- niversary of Catholic-Lutheran dialogue that com- dividuals who may be “further along the way” than menced from the Second Vatican Council, notably their congregations or church. Unitatis Redintegratio, the council’s document on “Yes, there is pain that we cannot receive Com- ecumenism and the restoration of Christian unity. munion together,” Father Fisher said. “We feel that The focus that the “Declaration on the Way” gives pain of separation because Christ intends – and we to 32 points of consensus between the Catholic and profess – one church, but that is not fully visible.” Lutheran churches celebrates the commonalities and Pastor Swan expressed her observation that Lu- lends inspiration and credibility to efforts to con- therans and Catholics do indeed have an understand- tinue on the journey toward unity. This observation Released this past fall, the “Declaration on the ing and appreciation of their common beliefs. was echoed by Father Paul R. Fisher, Director of the “These realizations tend to surface around Christ- Diocesan Office of Ecumenical and Interreligious Way” marks the progress in Catholic-Lutheran mas and Easter, when people bring their extended Affairs and pastor of Our Lady of the Blessed Sacra- dialogue over the past 50 years, and identi- families to church or come together to celebrate,” ment Parish in Harrisburg, and Pastor Darlis Swan, fies differences and steps to move toward full she said. Ecumenical Representative for the Lower Susque- unity. The document is available for download hanna Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church at http://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/ “When I spoke about the ‘Declaration on the Way’ in America and interim pastor at Christ Lutheran ecumenical-and-interreligious/ecumenical/ in the parish I’m serving now, people expressed how Church in New Bloomfield. lutheran/declaration-on-the-way.cfm. hopeful and excited they were about what it could “What stands out in the ‘Declaration on the Way’ mean, especially to share Communion with relatives is the reminder that, as Catholics and Lutherans, our or good friends who are members of the Catholic conversation begins from the fact that we share a Following the 32 points of affirmation, the “Dec- Church,” she said. common faith,” Father Fisher remarked. “Yes, there laration on the Way” moves into 15 particular areas Father Fisher said that when he considers individ- are divergences in practices and in some aspects of of unresolved matters. The differences are not pre- uals who are lamenting the absence of Eucharistic the faith, but we don’t start there. We start with the sented with the intent to divide, but rather to illus- fellowship, or questioning the Church’s restrictions Creed, with what we affirm together.” trate where efforts toward reconciliation are not yet about it, he acknowledges that they are “expressing A total of 32 Statements of Agreement form the finished. Among those differences: that deep desire for unity. The ‘Declaration on the bulk of the declaration, drawn from internation- • Who can be ordained – While many Lutheran Way’ offers the path. It shows us where we are, and al and regional dialogues from the past 50 years. churches ordain women, the Catholic Church does the path to continue together.” not consider itself authorized to do so. Among them: “The Lutheran and Catholic churches do wonder- • The nature and limits of church teaching – The • (From “Agreements on the Church”) – “Cath- ful things together,” he said. “There are joint food Catholic Church teaches that its leaders can “articu- olics and Lutherans agree that the church on earth pantries, efforts to help the poor, events to bring us late the truth of the gospel in doctrinal affirmations has been assembled by the triune God, who grants together in music and in camaraderie. But being nice to its members their sharing in the triune divine life that express or interpret divine revelation.” Luther- ans, however, see the church’s ministry and deci- to each other so that we can be nice to other people as God’s own people, as the body of the risen Christ, is not the heart of Christian unity. Rather, it is about and as the temple of the Holy Spirit, while they are sions as liable to error, and so believe that they must be examined by the people of God. one Lord, one faith, one baptism. The declaration also called to give witness to these gifts so that oth- reminds us of that. We are called to take care of each ers may come to share in them” (DOTW, Section II, • Joint reception of the Eucharist – The Catholic other not merely because it’s good to do, but because No. 1). and Lutheran churches have different regulations re- of Jesus, who calls us to be together as one Church. • (From “Agreements on Ordained Ministry”) garding the invitation to receive Communion. Most The goal is to be fed together by the Eucharist.” – Lutherans and Catholics affirm together that- or Lutheran congregations invite baptized believers to dained ministry is of divine origin and that it is nec- the table, while in the Catholic Church, only those (Learn more about the ‘Declaration on the Way’ essary for the being of the church. Ministry is not in full communion with the Church are invited to and download a copy of it by visiting the Web site simply a delegation ‘from below,’ but is instituted by receive the sacrament. of the United States Conference of Catholic Bish- Jesus Christ” (DOTW, Section II, No. 15). This difference in Eucharistic fellowship has ops: http://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/ • (From “Agreements on the Eucharist”) – “Catho- “lamentable effects” in the lives of Christians, the ecumenical-and-interreligious/ecumenical/ lics and Lutherans agree that Eucharistic Commu- declaration acknowledges, including those in Lu- lutheran/declaration-on-the-way.cfm) nion as sacramental participation in the glorified body and blood of Christ, is a pledge that our life in Christ will be eternal, our bodies will rise, and the present world is destined for transformation, in the Vespers for the Week of hope of uniting us in communion with the saints of all ages now with Christ in heaven” (DOTW, Section Prayer for Christian Unity II, No. 31). Sunday, January 24 at 3 p.m. • Prince of Peace Episcopal Church, “What I really value about this document is the way that it went back to the findings, research and 20 West High Street, Gettysburg declarations of former dialogue at a worldwide lev- This annual event provides an opportunity for Lutherans, Anglicans and Roman Catholics of Central el,” Pastor Swan said. Pennsylvania to gather in prayer with our bishops for the restoration of full communion among all Chris- Reading it through a Lutheran lens and an ecumen- tians so that all the baptized will soon be able with one voice to “proclaim the mighty acts of the Lord,” ical lens, she said she “celebrates the commonalities whose mercy endures forever. on the Eucharist, and the real presence of Christ in For information about the Vespers, or to learn more about ecumenical events and efforts, contact Father the sacrament. The document lifts up the importance Paul Fisher, Director of the Diocesan Office of Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs, at 717-657-4804 of the mystery of the faith and the Eucharistic meal or [email protected]. as a value,” she pointed out. The January 22, 2016 • Catholic Witness - 7 Dialogue, Remembrance, Peace Highlighted as Pope Visits Synagogue

By Cindy Wooden of all the speakers. Catholic News Service “Conflicts, wars, violence and injustice open pro- found wounds in humanity and call us to reinforce our While the Catholic Church affirms that salvation commitment to peace and justice,” the pope said. comes through Jesus, it also recognizes that God is “The violence of man against man is in contradic- faithful and has not revoked his covenant with the tion with every religion worthy of the name and, par- Jewish people, Pope Francis said. ticularly, with the three monotheistic religions” of Ju- Interrupted repeatedly with applause at Rome’s main daism, Christianity and Islam. synagogue Jan. 17, the pope said the Church “recog- Human life is a sacred gift of God, Pope Francis nizes the irrevocability of the Old Covenant and the said. “God is the God of life and always wants to pro- constant and faithful love of God for Israel.” mote and defend it; and we, created in his image and The statement, which he already had made in his likeness, are obliged to do the same.” 2013 exhortation, “The Joy of the Gospel,” was re- Catholics and Jews must pray intensely that God peated in a recent document by the Pontifical Commis- would help bring peace, reconciliation, forgiveness sion for Religious Relations with the Jews. The docu- and life to the Holy Land, the Middle East and all ment reaffirmed Pope Benedict XVI’s teaching that places where conflict and terrorism are sowing death the Church “neither conducts nor supports” any insti- and destruction. tutional missionary initiative directed toward Jews. Interreligious dialogue, he said, must be based on While frigid winter temperatures finally arrived in a recognition that all people are children of the same Rome, Pope Francis received the warmest of wel- God, who calls them to praise him and to work to- comes at the synagogue. gether for the good of all. The visit featured an exchange of standing ovations. However, he said, the relationship between Chris- Members of the Jewish community greeted the pope tians and Jews is unique because of Christianity’s Jew- on their feet applauding and bid him farewell the same ish roots. “Therefore, Christians and Jews must see way; he stood and applauded with the congregation themselves as brothers and sisters united by the same when honor was paid to the handful of survivors of the God and by a rich, common spiritual heritage.” Nazi Holocaust who were present for the event. CNS photo/Paul Haring In his speech, Rabbi Di Segni said the Rome Jew- “Their sufferings, anguish and tears must never be Pope Francis greets Rabbi Riccardo Di Segni, the chief ish community was welcoming the pope “to reaffirm forgotten,” the pope said. “And the past must be a les- rabbi of Rome, during his visit to the main synagogue in that religious differences, which should be maintained son to us for the present and the future. The Shoah Rome Jan. 17. and respected, must not however be a justification for teaches us that maximum vigilance is always needed hatred and violence.” in order to intervene quickly in defense of human dig- Jewish Communities all recalled the visits of St. John “The Near East, Europe and many other parts of the nity and peace.” Paul II in 1986 and of Pope Benedict XVI in 2010. world are besieged by wars and terrorism,” the rabbi Pope Francis was the third pope to visit the Rome And they all spoke of the “new era” in Catholic-Jewish said. After decades in which Nazism, communism and synagogue and Rabbi Riccardo Di Segni, the chief rab- relations that began with the Second Vatican Council other totalitarian ideologies led to such suffering, now bi of Rome, said that in Jewish tradition “an act repeat- and its declaration “Nostra Aetate” on relations with “violence has come back and it is fed and justified by ed three times becomes ‘chazaqa,’ a fixed tradition.” non-Christian religions. fanatic visions inspired by religion.” The pope, the rabbi, the president of the Rome Jew- But continued violence in the Middle East and the Dialogue and respect are the answer, he said, and the ish community and the president of the Union of Italian specter of terrorism also were on the hearts and minds pope’s visit to the synagogue is a sign of that. Synagogue Visit is Chapter in Rome’s Unique Catholic-Jewish History By Cindy Wooden demonstrating to the world that dialogue and peace Catholic News Service are possible even between communities with a pain- ful history and that centuries of denying or denigrat- History and geography have combined to make ing the other’s beliefs can come to an end. Catholic-Jewish relations in Rome unique, both neg- The rabbi said he hoped Pope Francis would make atively and positively – a fact highlighted by mod- some public reference to “The Gifts and the Calling ern papal visits to the city’s main synagogue just two of God Are Irrevocable,” a statement issued in De- miles from the Vatican. cember by the Pontifical Commission for Religious Pope Francis visited the synagogue Jan. 17, just as Relations With the Jews. The statement provides a Pope Benedict XVI did in 2010 and St. John Paul II brief summary of 50 years of Catholic-Jewish dia- did in 1986. logue, looks at some theological questions that have The city’s Jewish community existed before Jesus arisen in the dialogue and states that the Catholic was born “and the Christians who arrived here were Church “neither conducts nor supports” any institu- [originally] Jews themselves so this place has an tional missionary initiative directed toward Jews. enormous symbolic meaning,” said Rabbi Riccardo “The point about the conversion of the Jews is very Di Segni, the chief rabbi of Rome. But, “the perse- important to contributing to improving relations,” the cution we suffered, persecution by the Church” for rabbi said, and for creating “a positive atmosphere, centuries, including the 300 years when popes forced without any doubts” about Catholics’ motivations for the city’s Jews to live in a ghetto, also makes Rome engaging in dialogue with Jews. unique. The document, which is theological in nature, The main synagogue “was built on the ruins of the needs to reach the public, the rabbi said, and the pope ghetto,” the rabbi told Catholic News Service Jan. 14 speaking about it during his visit to the synagogue as he and his staff prepared to welcome the pope. would help. Especially since the Second Vatican Council, the While Rabbi Di Segni knows the pope “is the pope general trend in relations between the popes and of surprises,” he was expecting Pope Francis to speak Rome’s Jewish community, like between Catholics about mercy at the synagogue since it is the Year of and Jews elsewhere, is “good relations, friendship” Mercy and the virtue is a theme in almost every papal and the possibility of confronting with frankness any speech. problems that arise, Rabbi Di Segni said. The Rome rabbi said he appreciates that in talking The rabbi has met with Pope Francis several times about God’s mercy Pope Francis has rejected a facile and has had telephone conversations with him as and false dichotomy that contrasts the God of the He- well; “there is always an open line in case of neces- brew Scriptures with the God of the New Testament sity.” CNS photo/Paul Haring as if the Jews believed only in “the God of justice” “This visit is important because it gives two im- Pope Francis visits the main synagogue in Rome Jan. 17. and Christianity invented “the God of mercy.” portant signals: The first signal is continuity,” dem- Pope Francis “is much more honest and linked to onstrating that “the route opened by John Paul II and followed by Benedict XVI is the basic biblical tradition which speaks about ‘a God of justice and mercy’ to- now going forward,” he said. The second signal is a recognition of the importance of gether,” the rabbi said. mutual respect and dialogue at a time of increasing “violence inspired and sustained “We appreciate this and we appreciate that mercy must be a central point in our by distorted visions of religion.” relations,” he said. “God gives us the example, the model” for how people must “We are a kind of symbolic center, due to our history and position,” he said, for behave toward one another. The 8 - Catholic Witness • January 22, 2016 A Pilgrimage Site for the Year of Mercy Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Fairfield Situated on a vista overlook- intimate relationship with Him. ing the town of Fairfield in St. Gaetano, even at his beatifi- southern Adams County, Im- cation, was called a martyr of maculate Conception of the the Confessional, where God Blessed Virgin Mary offers a extends his mercy to us.” spiritual and serene setting on Immaculate Conception its several acres, and rich his- Church is filled with images of tory surrounding the parish the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and and the founder of the order of Mary, and St. Gaetno, including priests who serve there. a relic. On the sloping hillside The parish traces its roots to above the church stands the St. the early 1800s, when priests Gaetano Errico House of Stud- from St. Joseph Parish and ies, which is home to an adora- Mount St. Mary’s Seminary in tion chapel where the Blessed Emmitsburg, Md., traveled to Sacrament is exposed five days Millerstown (Fairfield’s origi- a week. nal name) to care for the Catho- “I consider my priesthood lics there and celebrate Masses as doing the work of Christ,” in their homes. The cornerstone Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Father Malagesi said. “Christ for a church was laid in 1852; Fairfield, shown during the Christmas season. The church has came to reveal the Father’s love Father Crane, a priest from been designed as a pilgrimage site during the Year of Mercy. for us, and to teach us how to re- Mount St. Mary’s collected spond to that love. That’s what I money to start the construction JEN REED, THE CATHOLIC WITNESS would hope for Catholics to un- and named the church “Our derstand in this Year of Mercy: Hearts of Jesus and Mary are hearts of Jesus and Mary,” Fa- Lady of the Snows.” St. John th to be aware of the Father’s love, Neumann, as bishop, confirmed celebrating this year the 200 ther Malagesi said. “Though we and to learn how to respond to 29 young adults during a visit in anniversary of the ordination of are sinners, Jesus came among that love.” 1855. their founder, St. Gaetano Er- us first. God extends his mercy (Article by Jen Reed, The According to parish history, a rico. to us and draws us back into an Catholic Witness.) priest there in 1905 wrote a doc- Gaetano Errico was born in ument stating that the church, Naples, Italy, in 1791, and was built in 1854, was named the ordained a priest of the Diocese Church of the Immaculate Con- of Naples in September 1815. ception. He filed the document While making an annual retreat at the chancery office, and so to a Redemptorist retreat house the name became official. where St. Alphonsus Ligouri The original church was locat- had lived, the young priest had The Holy ed on Main Street. Shortly after an apparition of the saint, who told him to found a religious Door for the the first pastor arrived in 1910, Year of a new rectory was built, neces- community and go into the ru- Mercy at sitating that the cemetery be ral areas. The apparitions con- Immaculate relocated. Parishioners moved A statue of St. Gaetano tinued for a few more years, Conception their beloved dead individually Errico is displayed in the culminating with an appearance Church in church, along with one of his by the Blessed Mother as Our Fairfield is a by wagon to the new burial site. relics. He is the founder of the St. Rita Church in nearby Lady of Sorrows. Father Errico replica of the Missionaries of the Sacred Holy Door at Blue Ridge Summit was es- Hearts of Jesus and Mary, received permission to found tablished in 1920, and both the Missionaries of the Sacred St. Peter’s who have served Immaculate Basilica. The churches have shared the same Conception Parish since 1993. Hearts of Jesus and Mary. Father Malagesi, pastor of panels depict pastor since that time. In 1993, scenes from the Congregation of the Mis- rent church was built in 2000, Immaculate Conception of the and incorporates spectacular throughout sionaries of the Sacred Hearts of Blessed Virgin Mary Parish, Scripture. Jesus and Mary arrived to staff stained-glass windows from the sees a connection between St. St. Mary’s and St. Rita’s; Father original. Gaetano, who was canonized on Michael Messaro was the first Immaculate Conception of October 12, 2008, and the Year pastor from that congregation the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish of Mercy. to serve the two parishes, and was selected as a pilgrimage site “He founded the order be- was succeeded by Father Rob- for this Year of Mercy because cause he felt that the Father ert Malagesi last year. The cur- the Missionaries of the Sacred reveals his mercy through the Make a Visit Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church is located at 256 Tract Road in Fairfield. From Main Street (Route 116) in Fairfield, turn on McGinley Drive, and follow the road up to the several acres on which the church and the house of studies stand. The church is open every day from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Priests are welcome to bring parish groups to celebrate Mass, or for days of reflection. Arrange in advance by contacting Father Malagesi at 717-642-8815. Learn more about the parish at http://www. stmarysfairfieldpa.org/.

Above: The St. Gaetano Errico House of Studies, which includes an adoration chapel, sits on the hillside above the church.

Left: The adoration chapel at the St. Gaetano House of Studies adjacent to Immaculate Conception Church is open five days a week for prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. The January 22, 2016 • Catholic Witness - 9 Mary is Model for Trusting in the Power of Jesus, Bishop Tells Pro-Life Gathering By Jen Reed The Catholic Witness

he miracles of Jesus of Nazareth Tpresented in the Gospels reveal that Jesus is God, and illustrate that he came to bring an abundance of joy, grace and life to his people, Bishop Ronald Gainer told those gathered for the diocesan Pro-Life Mass and prayerful witness to the culture of life in York on Jan. 17. The Mass, celebrated at St. Patrick Church in York, drew individuals, families and students in celebrating life from the moment of conception until natural death, and was followed by a Rosary procession and prayers at the Planned Parenthood clinic several EMILY M. ALBERT, THE CATHOLIC WITNESS blocks away. Pro-life demonstrators bow their heads as they join in prayer with Bishop Ronald Gainer and Father Keith Carroll, second Reflecting on the day’s Gospel read- from right, pastor of St. Patrick Parish in York. ing about the miracle Jesus performed at the wedding feast at Cana, Bishop Gainer pointed out that, though the Lord first indicated that it wasn’t yet his time to his reveal his power, Mary had intuition. “Mary shows a confident, firm trust in her son,” the bishop said. “Not only does she know he has the power to do something, but she believes he has the will to act, the will to change this situation for the better. So she tells the staff, ‘Do whatever he tells you,’ and Our Lord gives instruction.” Snow falls as pro-life faithful gather at Planned Parenthood When Jesus changes the water into to pray for an end to abortion and witness to a culture of life. wine, he doesn’t provide just an ad- equate amount suitable for the cel- pointed out. “He came to renew and to bring a super abundance of joy and that we will have that confident trust ebration. Rather, he provides “a super transform this original covenant grace and life to the chosen people.” in the power of her son.” abundance, an excess,” the bishop through his death and Resurrection Mary’s confidence in her son at the In his homily, the bishop prayed for wedding feast can be a model for those the continued passion for the faithful in the pro-life movement, Bishop in continuing to be convincing wit- Gainer noted. nesses to the sacredness of life. “She had that confident trust in the He also prayed for legal protection power of her son, and in the will of her for human life, and for those who have son to act,” he said. “In this tragic an- had an abortion or who are involved in niversary of the legalization of abor- the industry. tion, Jesus continues to have the pow- “We pray too in a very special way er to make this change in the minds and hearts and laws of our land, and during this Jubilee of Mercy…that he wills to do so. We are his instru- they might come to know the truth and ments…. Mary and her confident trust the mercy of God,” he said. “No one is in her son can really be our model. beyond God’s forgiveness and God’s She did not get discouraged. She knew healing power, and in this Extraordi- he would do something, and he does. nary Jubilee of Mercy, you and I need That confidence, that hope and that also to truly communicate in convinc- faith must be ours too, and we can ask ing ways that message of God’s love our Mother Mary to intercede for us and mercy for all of us.”

Above: Bishop Ronald Gainer greets a young boy who participated in the presentation of the gifts during the diocesan Pro-Life Mass at St. Patrick Church in York on Jan. 17.

Led by a Knights of Columbus Honor Guard, a Rosary procession passes by York High School from St. Patrick Church to Planned Parenthood in York.

Right: A toddler rests with full abandon as faithful gather to witness to life and pray for an end to abortion. The 10 - Catholic Witness • January 22, 2016 Join the Worldwide Mission of Jesus The Society for the Propagation of the Faith Membership Sunday ~ February 7, 2016

Dear Friends in Christ, was sent to support the missions in the vast diocese of Louisiana, which then extended from the Florida Keys to Canada, as well as the missions of Kentucky Founded by the Venerable Pauline Jaricot, and in China. The Society’s goal was, and is, to support missions worldwide the Society for the Propagation of the Faith in unevangelized lands. As soon as missions are able to exist on their own the seeks prayers and alms for the world’s mis- Society discontinues its aid, as the demands are many and resources inadequate sions. There are over 1,150 mission dioceses for the growing Church throughout the world. in Asia, Africa, the Pacific Islands, and in re- In the Diocese of Harrisburg, there are two yearly collections for the univer- mote regions of Central and South America sal missions, namely World Mission Sunday and Membership Sunday. These which depend upon the subsidies received collections are vital to the ongoing mission work of the Universal Church. from the Propagation of the Faith to grow Please know that 15,000 Masses are offered each year by missionaries and continue to preach the Gospel. throughout the world for the members of the Society. Your prayers and gen- The assistance missionaries receive erosity also sustain missionaries in fulfilling the mandate of Christ to take the through Membership Sunday supports the Gospel “...to the ends of the earth.” care of missionaries in a real and practical way. It provides for pastoral and evangeliz- Devotedly yours in Christ, ing programs, for catechists and catechetical work. It helps with building churches and chapels, and gives aid to religious communities for health care and education and for communication and trans- portation needs. Reverend Robert F. Sharman When Pauline Jaricot founded the Society in 1822, the very first collection Diocesan Director

“What are Catholics in the United States looking for? A sense of Mission! They want to put their faith to work.”

~ Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen National director of the Society for the Propagation of the Faith from 1950-1966

Please Join The Society for the Propagation of the Faith to pass on the “Good News” of Jesus among those who live without the hope that comes from Christ our Lord!

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(717) 657-4804, ext. 240 [email protected] www.hbgdiocese.org/missions The January 22, 2016 • Catholic Witness - 11 2016 Diocesan Men’s Conference Men Called to the Ocean of Mercy By James Gontis amount of sins too many. God’s Special to The Witness mercy is inexhaustible! 6. Keynote Speaker, Tom The time has arrived! Register now for 5th Diocesan Peterson – Tom Peterson is Men’s Conference, being held March 12 at Bishop Founder and President of Cath- McDevitt High School, Harrisburg. This year we hope olics Come Home, a national to draw 1,000 men. In keeping with the Year of Mercy apostolate throughout the coun- called by Pope Francis, our theme is: Jesus I Trust in try. He is coming from Atlanta. You: Men Called to the Ocean of Mercy. He has appeared on radio, tele- Here are 10 good reasons to attend this year’s con- vision, and speaks at many con- ference: ferences. Tom’s talk is entitled, 1. Fellowship – Spend the day with old friends and “The World Needs Heroes.” meet new ones. Our attendees are men who experi- Come listen to his exciting wit- ence the same joys and struggles you do. You’ll be ness of what happens when we able to visit an array of Catholic exhibitors as well as give ourselves over to God! men representing Catholic men’s groups such as the 7. Terrific Workshops and Knights of Columbus and That Man is You. 2. Be Part of History – This will be our 5th Dioc- Speakers – Our blue-ribbon esan Men’s Conference. The conferences have grown panel of presenters will be every year. Last year we had 852 men attend! Let’s speaking on topics such as Apol- bump it up to 1,000 this year. ogetics, Men as Leaders of their 3. Feeding Body and Soul – Catholicism is a faith Families, Angels and Demons, for our spirit and our flesh. At this conference, you The Bible and Prayer, Sports and will get good food, good music, and good talks and Life, the Sacred Heart of Jesus, worship to feed body and soul. the Power of Mass and the Eu- 4. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Those charist, Mary, Mother of Mercy, who have been to this conference know the power Men and the Moral Life, Help- of this hour, when hundreds of men join together to ing Your Adult Children Come worship our Eucharistic Lord in prayer and song as Back to the Church, and much we adore the Most Blessed Sacrament. Tantum Ergo, more…Good luck choosing! anyone? 8. Father Michael Gait- 5. A Clean Slate – In recent years, we have had about 20 different priests hearing Confessions. Wheth- ley, MIC – Father Gaitley is er it has been a month or 50 years since you’ve been a nationally renowned author, Days to Morning Glory and You Did it to Me. He’ll be to Confession, come and know the healing, cleansing speaker, and television personality, coming from Stock- giving two different workshop presentations. power of this sacrament. There is no sin too big, no bridge, Massachusetts. Some of his books include: 33 9. Mass Celebrated by Bishop Gainer – How won- derful it will be to spend the last part of the day with nearly 1,000 men, with the Chief Shepherd of our Dio- cese, and most importantly, with our Eucharistic Lord Himself in the greatest reality this side of Heaven…the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass! 10. Grace Following Upon Grace – You don’t want to miss the torrential outpouring of grace, an “Ocean of Mercy” for all men attending! Early-bird registration is due by February 23, and is $30 per man. Later registration is a bit more. Registra- tions are already coming in at a quick pace. You can find the registration brochures at your parish and on- line and paper registration on the diocesan website at www.hbgdiocese.org/men. Don’t miss the grace of the Men’s Conference! May Jesus, Who is the Face of the Father’s Mercy, bless our day together! (James Gontis is the Director of the Diocesan De- partment for Religious Education.)

Beginning Experience Weekend Planned The Beginning Experience Team for the Har- risburg Diocese announces that they have booked Camp Hebron in Halifax, Pa., for a Beginning Experience Weekend, April 29-May 1, 2016. Beginning Experience weekends are an approved Roman Catholic Program designed for those suffering the loss of a spouse through death, divorce or separation. Hun- dreds of persons have been helped to move towards successful, productive, happy lives by attending one of these weekends. The weekend is led by persons who are widowed, separated or divorced and are trained in facilitating a weekend. Each Be- ginning Experience Team is certified by the International Beginning Experience Organi- zation. Beginning Experience is your Church at work to provide help, healing and spiritual Send Us Your Recipes and Stories! restoration. Check the Diocesan Web site, www.hbgdiocese.org/ and go to marriage Here’s a recipe from the November 16, 1984, edition, , a dish certainly applicable for these wintery days. and family, or check www.beginningexperi- With our “Feeding the Faith” series, The Catholic Witness is looking to support family meal time by ence.org. Information can also be obtained sharing family recipes in upcoming editions, as well as scripture and “food for thought.” Do you have by contacting the Harrisburg Beginning Ex- a significant dish and memory to share with us? You may mail a copy of the recipe and your thoughts perience Team at 717-512-2718 or harris- to 4800 Union Deposit Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111 or email it to [email protected]. [email protected]. The 12 - Catholic Witness • January 22, 2016 Father Albert Reed Joseph, she was devoted to the care of the sick, and she cared for her mother person- Missionaries of the Precious Blood Fa- ally for the last year of her life. ther Albert Reed died Dec. 30 in the infir- Sister Loretta is survived by five sisters, mary at St. Charles Center in Carthagena, five brothers and several nieces and neph- Ohio. He was 87. ews. The names of the following deceased MANHEIM – St. Richard: John T. Born in Gettysburg, he entered the Con- persons have been submitted by their Piaskowski. The funeral Mass was celebrated St. Jo- parishes. Please remember in your gregation of the Missionaries of the Pre- seph Villa in Flourtown. Burial was in St. prayers the happy repose of these MCSHERRYSTOWN – Annunciation cious Blood in 1945. Following his ordi- Joseph Villa. recently departed souls and the consola- BVM: James L. Lawrence, Sr. nation, Father Reed was assigned to St. tion of their loved ones. MECHANICSBURG – St. Joseph: Charles, and studied Canon Law at Catho- ABBOTTSTOWN – Immaculate Heart Nicholas Marchi, Raymond Morris. lic University, eventually serving as pro- Sister Mary of Mary: Joan Caprarola, James Drummer. MIDDLETOWN – Seven Sorrows BVM: fessor of Canon Law at St. Charles. Dur- Elizabeth Stanziola Monica Montville. ing his years of ministry, he also served BERWICK – Immaculate Conception at parishes in Ohio, Kentucky, Florida, Daughters of Our Lady of Mercy Sister BVM: Anthony Galanti, Maynard Miller; MILLERSVILLE – St. Philip the Indiana, and at the chancery office in the Mary Elizabeth Stanziola died Dec. 24 at St. Joseph: Joseph Cerullo, Anthony Apostle: Mary Conner, Luci Hili, Chester Misericordia Nursing and Rehabilitation Procida. Killian, Mary Clare Matyi, Tadeusz Sieminski. Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. He retired to St. Charles Center in Carthagena Center in York. She was 87. BLOOMSBURG – St. Columba: MOUNT CARMEL – Divine Redeemer: in 2000. Born in Hazleton, Pa., she entered the Stanley R. Lesnefsky, Jr. Florence G. Arnoldin, Ralph Nestico. Father Reed was one of 14 siblings. He Congregation of the Daughters of Our BUCHANAN VALLEY – St. Ignatius NEW CUMBERLAND – St. Theresa: is survived by three brothers, four sisters- Lady of Mercy in York in 1942. She Loyola: Betty Kane. Mary Connolly, John Donohoe, Jr., Anita in-law and numerous nieces, nephews, earned a degree in elementary education CAMP HILL – Good Shepherd: Pryor, Margaret Strumsky, William Watson, great-nieces and great-nephews. from College Misericordia and taught Herbert A. Cosgrove. Donald R. Winter, Andrew Zemba. The funeral Mass was celebrated Jan. for many years in elementary schools in NEW FREEDOM – St. John the Baptist: 4 at St. Charles Center. Burial was in the Berwick, Hazleton, Hershey, Old Forge COAL TOWNSHIP – Our Lady of Michael “Dick” Caum. and York, Pa., and in Massachusetts, New Hope: Gloria Schicatano. Community cemetery. SELINSGROVE – St. Pius X: Melody Jersey and New York. She also served as CONEWAGO – Sacred Heart of Jesus: Oliveri. coordinator and director of religious edu- John Aldridge, Brian F. Riser. Sister Loretta cation in New Jersey. SHAMOKIN – Mother Cabrini: Pearl The Mass of Christian Burial was cel- DANVILLE – St. Joseph: Anthony Bergonia, Frank Brehm, Jean Laczkoski, A. Marchetti Haladay. ebrated Dec. 29 at Villa Rossello in New- Adele Marinari, Mary Pacocha, Sarah Sister Loretta A. Marchetti, 73, died ELIZABETHTOWN – St. Peter: Schuck, Theresa Verano. field, N.J. Burial was in the Pieta- Cem Henrietta Jones. Dec. 31 2015, at St. Joseph Villa in Flour- etery on the grounds of Villa Rossello. STEELTON – Prince of Peace: Alfred E. town, Pa., after suffering a few years from ELYSBURG – Queen of the Most Holy DeFilippo, Elizabeth M. (Dolinar) Feiman, Alzheimer’s disease. Rosary: Elizabeth Bierowski, Violet R. Carl, Matyas (Mike) Michtich, Ruby Radocaj. She was born in Ashland, Jan. 9, 1942, Sister Linda Matthew Gajkowski, Isabelle Horvath, TREVORTON – St. Patrick: Frances a daughter of the late Jerome and Ann Ronald F. Moyer, Susan Tuckmantel. Anne Ranard Korenkiewicz, Stanley Korenkiewicz, Rita (O’Gara) Marchetti. She was one of 12 GETTYSBURG – St. Francis Xavier: Marquette. children. Adorers of the Blood of Christ Sister John Adamik, John McCormack, Robert WAYNESBORO – St. Andrew: Marie Sister Loretta was a graduate of Chest- Linda Anne Ranard died Dec. 23 at the Joseph Monahan, Sr., Lawrence Smith. LaCasse, William Smith. nut Hill College, Plymouth Meeting, Ruma Center in Ruma, Ill. She was 66. HANOVER – St. Joseph: Virginia YORK – St. Joseph: James E. Kreeger, where she also earned her master’s de- Born Linda Mae in Fairfield, Iowa, she Angelo, Marion Basta, Elizabeth “Molly” Ingrid Snow; St. Patrick: Ethel Harkins, gree. She taught at St. Bartholomew’s joined the Catholic Church after working Butler, Richard Crushong, Antonio Cathrine Musso, Charles Russell, Victoria and St. Athanasius in Philadelphia, St. with religious sisters in Kentucky, and DiGruttola, Donald Gray, Geraldine Sciarrabba, William Sullivan. Patrick’s in Pottsville, St. Ambrose in then entered the Community of the Ador- Krichten, Doris Miller, Beverly Shipley, New Jersey, St. Gabriel’s in Norwood, ers of the Blood of Christ. She earned a Jeffrey Sneeringer, Ireton Henry Wineke; bachelor’s degree in business administra- St. Vincent de Paul: Shirl Anderson. Holy Name of Jesus in Harrisburg, and St. Paul’s in Annville. She also worked tion from Millersville University and a HARRISBURG – St. Catherine master’s in community psychology from as director of religious education at Penn State Harrisburg. She also attended Labouré: Maria White. Sacred Heart in Glyndon, Maryland. KULPMONT – Holy Angels: Mary St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing in She was a former member of St. Mary’s Reading, Pa., and was working on a doc- Vezo, Elizabeth Zigarski. Please pray for the following Parish, now Holy Angels, in Kulpmont. clergy who died in February during torate in pastoral community counseling LANCASTER – Assumption BVM: the past 25 years: Sister Loretta was an educator for 47 when she became ill. Keith R. Fuller; St. John Neumann: years and used her kind and gentle de- Msgr. Walter Shaull, 1992 During her years in education minis- Eugene Kruis, Robert Lowe, Andrea meanor to influence all the children she try, Sister Linda Anne taught at Catholic Moranz-Cubbison. Deacon Stephen Bankos, 1996 taught in a positive way. She spent many schools in Illinois, Georgia, Missouri and LEBANON – Assumption BVM: Father Paul Miller, 2004 hours shaping the young minds in her Pennsylvania. She also served as organist Linda Angley, Howard Arnold, Jr., Frances classes and always dedicated herself to Father Philip DeChico, 2006 and planner of liturgies. She served a term Casey, Keith Deaven, Joan Hainly, taking time for her students outside of as treasurer of her religious community, William Sullivan. Msgr. Lawrence Overbaugh, class with whatever problems or questions and was the assistant director of the Mary- LEWISTOWN – Sacred Heart of 2008 she could help them solve. She was a lov- hill Renewal Center in Pineville., La., and Jesus: John H. Jack Conley, Sr., Katherine Father Brian Conrad, 2011 ing aunt to her many nieces and nephews later the executive director of the Kuumba “Kitty” Perry. Deacon James Sneeringer, 2011 and spent time with them throughout their Center Retreat House in Alexandria, La. LITTLESTOWN – St. Aloysius: lives. Sister Loretta was very close to her The funeral Mass was celebrated Dec. Father Joseph Hilbert, 2014 Margaret “Peg” Baker, Ethel Berger, brothers and sisters, and shared holidays 31 at St. Anne’s Retirement Community in Leitha Houck, Gertrude Stanley, Blaine Father Louis P. Ogden, 2015. and vacations with them whenever her Columbia. Burial was in the community Yingling, Sr. busy schedule permitted. As a Sister of St. cemetery.

St. Leo Employees Lose Locks Lancaster Catholic to Kick Off to Gain Donations for Family Catholic Schools Week with Open House Lancaster Catholic High School will kick- The energy and excitement of Open House Emotions were high off National Catholic Schools Week on Sun- carries through to the school’s week-long cel- during a prayer ser- day, January 31 by hosting its annual Open ebration of National Catholic Schools Week. vice last month at St. House. This year’s theme for National Catholic Leo the Great School Students and parents interested in learning Schools Week is: Catholic Schools: Commu- Rohrerstown. A chal- lenge was made by more about the education, faith and extracur- nities of Faith, Knowledge and Service, and the 8th grade religion ricular options at LCHS are invited from 1-3 LCHS will celebrate with events every day teacher, David Troel- p.m. for tours led by students and teachers, that involve the entire school community and sch, a month before: activities in various classrooms, refreshments the broader Lancaster County community. if the student body in Campus Ministry, a curriculum fair and Catholic Schools week will be kicked off would bring in $500 presentations by students, alumni and current on Monday morning with a school-wide Mass to help the family of parents. that is open to the LCHS community. Students one of his colleague’s, “Open House is a great opportunity to will volunteer in community service projects he would shave his share the enthusiasm for Lancaster Catholic at various locations throughout Lancaster head. Not only was that fills our halls every day with prospec- County on Tuesday and honor local and state that amount tripled, tive students and families. The genuine love government officials with a letter writing cam- but three additional for Lancaster Catholic by our students makes paign on Wednesday. A second Open House teachers and one caf- Open House such a big success,” says Kyla will be held on Thursday, February 4, from eteria worker shaved Hockley, Admissions Counselor and 1996 6:30-8 p.m. and the Blessing of Families as their heads as a sign LCHS graduate. well as a few rounds of Family Feud with cur- of their support for Mrs. Panyik, who was diagnosed with breast cancer six months ago. Hockley expects more than 120 families rent LCHS families will take place on Friday. During the 25 minutes it took Molly Linkey to shave the heads of Mrs. Heidig, Mrs. to attend the Open House. “This is a hands- Registration for Open House is encouraged Conner, Mrs. Hicks, Mr. Panyik and Mr. Troelsch, the students prayed through the powerful on event for prospective students and for our by not required. You can find out more infor- intercession of St. Peregrine, the patron saint of cancer patients, for their own family mem- current students, faculty and staff. More than mation and register at www.lchsyes.org/Open- bers to be cured. Songs of gratitude were sung for God’s great goodness and mercy. What a 125 current students will lead tours, facilitate House or by calling the Admissions Office at way to begin this Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy! Mrs. Conner and Mrs. Heidig are shown activities, and perform at the Open House. 717-509-0313. in the submitted photo. Parents will be able to meet teachers, current Lancaster Catholic High School, established parents and alumni to learn first-hand about in 1928, is a Catholic co-educational diocesan St. Leo the Great School will host Open Houses during Catholic Schools Week on the the Lancaster Catholic family.” secondary school that offers a quality educa- following days: Sunday Jan. 31 after the 11 a.m. Mass, along with a family pancake brunch; If a family brings a completed applica- tion that helps students integrate their faith Tuesday Feb. 2 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., including lunch and a live session; and Tuesday Feb. 2 tion, then the registration fee is waived. The with the knowledge they acquire and the skills from 6:15-8 p.m., including dinner. Meet the pastor, principal, teachers and other parents at school’s new President, Tim Hamer, will wel- they develop, so they may serve the commu- each open house. Call 717-392-2441 for information. come everyone and be available for questions. nity as responsible adults. The January 22, 2016 • Catholic Witness - 13

games, 6 progressive jackpots and winner take all jack- pot. Kitchen opens at 1:15 with homemade baked goods and refreshments. Tickets available at the parish office or call 717-450-4506 for info. Compiled by Emily M. Albert Divine Redeemer Parish, Mount Carmel, will Oxford Hall will be hosting a First Commu- hold a Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, January 31 nion Trunk Show Weekend on Jan. 30, from 10 Spiritual Offerings from 9 AM to 1 PM in Divine Mercy Hall, 400 Block of West a.m.-5 p.m. and Jan. 31 from noon-4 p.m. First Communion Father Samson from Assumption BVM Parish Cherry Street in Mount Carmel. Adults-$7 and Children-$5. students and their guests are invited to attend. The event will in Lebanon is starting a Charismatic Prayer Group, from Divine Redeemer Parish, Mount Carmel, will feature the 2016 First Communion Dresses and Suits that 6:30 pm.-7:30 p.m. in the Chapel, 2 North 8th Street, Leba- hold a “Vera Bradley/Charming Charlie Bingo” will be available for purchase through the 2016 First Com- non. The group will meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every on Sunday, February 14, in Divine Mercy Hall, 400 Block munion Season. There will also be a great selection of veils, month. of West Cherry Street in Mount Carmel. Doors open at 1 headpieces, shoes, jewelry, Missals, Rosaries and other p.m.– Bingo starts at 2 p.m. Food will be available for sale, Bishop Ronald Gainer will celebrate a Mass Catholic gift items. The event will feature door prizes and of Healing and Anointing of the Sick at the Holy advanced tickets-$20,tickets at the door-$25. For advanced tickets call: 570-373-5936 or 570-205-8751. Winning Bingo discounts on select merchandise as well as 10% off any non- Spirit Hospital Chapel on the World Day of the Sick, Thursday sale merchandise purchased or ordered during the event. Feb. 11 at noon. A Mass of Healing is a special opportunity Prizes will include Purses, Scarves, Hats, Jewelry, etc. to receive the healing power of Christ. We are grateful to our Students who preregister will be given a 20% off coupon for Come join other young adults in Lancaster one non-sale item. There is also a special “By Reservation” bishop for celebrating this Mass. Come and join us! Coffee, to celebrate Mardi Gras on Tuesday February 9 at punch and cookies will be available following the Mass. Annie Bailey’s Irish Pub (on the second floor) for a discus- Dress and Suit events on Thursday evenings from 5-7pm at sion with Father Peter I. Hahn, Pastor of Saint Leo the Great the shop. The reservations can be made for any Thursday The parish of St. Catherine Labouré in Har- from Feb. 1st – May 1st. Oxford Hall is open each Thursday risburg will be holding a 24 Hour Prayer Vigil for Parish, on the topic, “Finding Mercy in Lent”. Happy Half Life from noon on January 21 until noon on January 22 in the Hour begins at 7 p.m. speaker at 7:30 p.m. followed by Q&A. until 7pm. making it a great time to come to look at dresses Church at 4000 Derry Street, except during the 6:45 and 9 a.m. For more details, visit www.totlancaster.com. Theology on and suits. We will take reservations for a single student or Masses. Anyone who cannot attend the march in Washington Tap is a Young Adult Ministry and Evangelization outreach of small groups who will come at the same time. Oxford Hall will D.C. because of work, health, or family obligations is encour- the Roman Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg. All young adults, also be available to give presentations during meetings at aged to come and join us in prayer throughout the day or night. (20′s and 30’s) single or married, Catholic or not, are invited individual parishes. We can bring samples of our stock and Come and make a Holy Hour before the Blessed Sacrament as to attend the events. give out coupons to participants. This must be arranged by we pray for the end of abortion and for a greater reverence for The Knights of Columbus of St. Jude Thad- the parish. all life. All are welcome. deus Parish in Mifflintown will serve its annual Lenten Fish Dinners in the church social hall on Fridays, Our Lady of Lourdes High School Class of A Pro-Life Mass is celebrated on the first The Class of 1966 will be Saturday of every month at 8 a.m. at Our Lady of the February 5 through March 18 from 4 P.M. to 7 P.M. All-you- 1966 - 50th Year Reunion. Blessed Sacrament Church in Harrisburg. The next Mass is can-eat meal includes fried and baked fish, popcorn shrimp, celebrating its 50th Year reunion the weekend of June 24-25, February 6. Following Mass, participants gather at Hillcrest fried clams, French fries, macaroni and cheese, stewed 2016 at the Armitage Golf Club/Caddy Shack Restaurant in Clinic, 2709 N. Front Street, Harrisburg, to pray the Rosary and tomatoes, corn, green beans, coleslaw, applesauce, rolls, Mechanicsburg Pa 17050. Invitations/Questionnaires have the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. Breakfast follows. Call 717-432- puddings, and a selection of homemade desserts. Pay at the been sent to all known addresses. If you were a member 5415 for information. door: Adults $12; Ages 6-12 $6; children 5 under free. St. of the class and did not receive a letter, please visit the Jude is located at 3918 William Penn Hwy (Old Route 22), OLOL1966 group on Facebook and let us know that you are Mass with prayers for healing will be celebrated Mifflintown, directly across from Tuscarora Junior High Tuesday, February 2 at 7p.m. at St. Theresa Church, New School. interested in attending. You can also contact Greg Surak at Cumberland. Very Rev. Paul M. Clark, JCL, Judicial Vicar and [email protected] for information concerning the reunion. Pastor of St. Matthew’s will be the celebrant. The Mass is spon- St. Leo the Great Parish in Rohrerstown will The actual invitation with prices and hotel availability will be sored y Pilgrims of Praise and Life in the Spirit Prayer groups. begin the seven week Mystery of God: Who sent out in late March or early April. For more information, call Mary Ann at 717-564-7709 or Loretta God Is and Why He Matters, program on Feb. 17. The at 717-737-7551. program will begin after the 7 p.m. Mass at 7:40 p.m. and will Plans for Lent? If you have not yet decided end at 9 p.m. A light supper will also be provided. For more what to make as a sacrifice during the Lenten Retreats, Pilgrimages & Trips information or to register, please contact Dave or Lisa Doseff Season....Contemplative Outreach is a program that focuses St. Theresa Seniors’ Little Flower Club will be at 717-517-7330 ([email protected]) or Hank or Edna on Centering Prayer as it was developed by Father Thomas traveling to Norfolk, Va., for the Military Tattoo Show Christ at 717-252-5158 ([email protected]). Keating. St. Aloysius Parish in Littlestown is offering a one that originated in Scotland. This musical program features “Women in the New Testament”, an 8-ses- day retreat on Saturday, February 6th from 9:30-2:30 (bring a artists from other parts of the world as well as the USA. Dated: sion advanced Little Rock Bible Study pro- bag lunch). Follow-up days are scheduled for Thursdays 2/11, April 24 & 25, 2016, Price: p.p.d.o.-$260.00, gratuities included. gram, will be offered at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament 2/18, 2/25, 3/3, 3/10, and 3/17 from 6:30-7:30pm. The retreat Deadline: March 15, 2016. Questions call 774-6783 or 774- Church (2121 N 3rd St, Harrisburg) on Mondays at 7 PM be- is free, but please call Michele at 717-965-5381 by January 5671. ginning January 25, and on Wednesdays at 10 AM, begin- ning January 27. This study of New Testament women with a 30, if possible, to register, or if you have questions. Carolyn Mission Trip to Kingston, Jamaica -- Fr. Timo- Yankovitz will be our facilitator. thy Marcoe, Pastor of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in variety of connections to Jesus and the apostles will examine Abbottstown, will lead a week long mission trip / work retreat their strengths and needs, and also how they reacted to the Parish, School to serve with the Missionaries of the Poor in Kingston, Ja- challenges they faced in responding to Jesus. The study set maica on Sept.30-Oct.7, 2016. This missionary pilgrimage is a ($20) includes a Study Guide by Catherine Upchurch, and a & Organization News response to the invitation of Pope Francis during the Extraor- commentary text, Women in the New Testament, by dinary Jubilee Year of Mercy to extend God’s merciful love to Mary Ann Getty-Sullivan (Liturgical Press). Register at the Volunteers are needed for prison ministry others, especially the needy and the marginalized. Missionary OLBS Ave Maria Shop on Sunday mornings, or by calling communion services and catechesis at Dauphin pilgrims will perform Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy with OLBS rectory office (233-1014) during the week to reserve a County Prison, particularly on Saturdays and on Thursday the religious brothers as they minister to the poorest of the seat and a Study Set. afternoons, but also on other days. Please contact Deacon poor, the homeless and the abandoned. If interested, e-mail Knights of Columbus Council #3625 will Jim Doyle at 717-343-1102 or [email protected] if Luz Socrates at [email protected] or call the IHM parish have a Super Bowl Sub and Soup Sale on you are interested and available for this rewarding ministry. It office at 717-259-0611. Saturday, February 6. Orders will be taken through January is a true work of Mercy and of the New Evangelization. 24. Pick-up will be at the Parish Center of Prince of Peace Events & Fund-Raisers Parish in Steelton between noon and 2 pm on Saturday, Court Queen of Peace #1023 Catholic Dau- Special Sunday BINGO to be held at St. James Feb. 6. Ham and cheese sub: $6, Italian sub: $6, Turkey and ghters of the Americas announces the Catholic Parish Hall, Lititz, January 31. Doors open at 12:30 p.m., Cheese sub: $6, Quart of soup (Pasta Fagioli) $7. Orders Daughters of The Americas 2016 National Education Contest BINGO starts at 2 p.m. $1,000 Jackpot, 50-50 specials and lots may be called to Ron Benkovic’s cell phone at 717-856-4049 for Grades 4 –12. Entrants can choose from two themes: “WE of food. Sponsored by the Men’s Club of St. James. Must be 18 or email: [email protected]. ARE STEWARDS OF GOD’S CREATION” or “HOW DO WE years old to play. All-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner. The Re- CARE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT”. For details of contest The Harrisburg Catholic Social Singles (ages spect Life Ministry of St. Peter Parish in rules and awards, please go to www.catholicdaughters.org, 35-65) will meet for dinner at The Progress Grill Elizabethtown will have an all-you-can-eat spaghetti scroll down the page to frequent downloads, and under con- located at 3526 Walnut Street in Harrisburg on Sunday, Febru- dinner on Saturday, January 23 from 4:30 – 7 p.m. Meal tests, select Education Contest Forms. Court Queen of Peace ary 14 at 6 p.m. Please contact Dan or Kathy if you plan to includes spaghetti, meatballs, tossed salad, bread, dessert #1023, Lancaster, PA, of the Diocese of Harrisburg, will be attend. For more information, please contact Dan Matarrese and drink. Adults $8, Children $4 (4–12 ears), under 3 are sponsoring entries at the local level. First place local winners at [email protected] or 717-236-8149 or Kathy at free. Dinner held at the Parish Center, 61 E Washington St., will compete at the state level. First place Pennsylvania win- 717-732-2289. Elizabethtown. All proceeds benefit the St. Vincent DePaul Society and the Elizabethtown Area Food Bank. ners will compete at the national level. Local entries must be Sacred Heart Preschool is coordinating an postmarked or received no later than February 15, 2016. American Girl Doll Bingo on Friday, February 26. Little Tri County Young Adults/Theology On Tap girls and their loving grown-ups are invited for a fun-filled eve- (Adams, Franklin, & lower Cumberland Counties) will host If you have ever considered a Catholic edu- ning of bingo, drawings, food, and prizes. Oodles of American a young adult Lenten Retreat, “The Mercy of the Cross” at cation for your child, there is no better time to Girl Doll Merchandise will be available for winning: dolls, pets, St. Francis Xavier School in Gettysburg on Friday, February discover the opportunities at Lebanon Catholic School. furniture, accessories, etc. Doors will open at 5pm, for gather- 12 from 5-9 p.m. Scott Anthony will direct the retreat, which Join us Wednesday, February 3 for a pre-k through 12th ing bingo cards, finding seats, registering for drawings, and vis- will end with candlelight Stations of the Cross at 8 p.m. Par- grade open house. Welcome and refreshments begin at 9 iting the ample dinner, dessert, and snack concessions. There ticipants may pack their own dinner or are welcome to join a.m. Tours, Classroom Visits, Admissions & Tuition Assis- will be a special Early Bird game at 6:15 for the 2016 Doll of the Parish fish fry served at 5 p.m. Deadline to R.S.V.P. is tance and Scholarship Information from 9:15a.m. to 1p.m. For the Year, Lea Clark. Regular games will begin at 6:30. Tickets February 5 by email to [email protected] or by phone, are $20 for adults, and $10 for children when accompanied 717-817-4390. A monetary donation of $5 is requested. more information, call the Office of Admissions 717-273-3731, ext. 329 or visit www.lebanoncatholicschool.org. by a paying adult. The event will be held at a new location St. Paul the Apostle Parish in Annville will this year: Hambright Elementary School,3000 Charlestown hold a Silent Auction to benefit its sister parish, Our Father Donald Calloway, MIC, author of No Road, Lancaster. Call 717-393-8433 for advance tickets or Lady of Perpetual Help in St Marc, Haiti, in the parish social Turning Back: A Witness to Mercy will be a guest more information. Early sellout is anticipated; call soon. hall (125 S Spruce Street) on Saturday, January 30 from speaker at St. Pius X Church on Sunday, March 6, 2016 at Big breakfast at St. Benedict the Abbot in 6:30-8 pm and Sunday, January 31 from 9am-1pm. Items for 7 pm. 112 Fairview Drive, Selinsgrove. 17870. All are invited Lebanon. Going out for breakfast? Come and enjoy a big bid include gift certificates, theme baskets, household items, to hear his remarkable story of conversion. For additional breakfast on Sunday, January 24, 8:30 a.m. until noon. Adults works of art, jewelry and much more! A Chili Cook-off Contest information, email/call Katia Felty at [email protected] $8, Children 12 and under $3, Children 2 and under eat will be held Saturday evening (seeking cooks and tasters). 570-259-9903. free. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council 15929. A Cake Bake-off Contest will be held Sunday morning after Proceeds to benefit St. Benedict the Abbott Parish. the 10:30 am Mass (seeking bakers and tasters). Cash and checks only. Items can be picked up Sunday, January 31 Job Opportunities Sacred Heart of Jesus PCCW in Williamstown from 1-3:30 pm or after all Masses on February 6 and 7. York Catholic has the following coaching is having their Annual Lenten Halushki sale on Tuesday February 9. Orders can be placed by calling Please contact Jim or Terri Mascoli at 274-3709 or jmascoli@ positions available: Junior Varsity Baseball Coach, JV/ Helen @ 717-647-2449 or JoAnn @ 717-647-2287. Deadline verizon.net Assistant Varsity Softball Coach, Junior High Football As- to order is Sunday February 7, and pick-up will be Tuesday, Big bingo at St. Benedict the Abbot in sistants. Please contact Rick Luckman, Athletic Director, York February 9 after 2 PM in the Church Social Hall, 134 E. Market Lebanon on January 31. Doors open at 1:15 with Bingo Catholic High School, 601 E Springettsbury Ave, York PA, Street, Williamstown. Price is $7 per quart. at 2:15. Tickets are $25 for 25 regular games, 2 speed ball 17403, [email protected] or 717-846-8871 x16. The 14 - Catholic Witness • January 22, 2016 Catholic Charities’ Fundraisers to Benefit Homes for Healing, Adoption Program

Souper Bowl Sunday Soup Sale “Soup, Salad, and Sermon” Lenten Lunch February 7 February 23 The St. Elizabeth Guild, in support of Cath- • St. Theresa, New Cumberland Catholic Charities of the Diocese Harrisburg will have its olic Charities, will hold its annual “Souper • Seven Sorrows, Middletown annual “Soup Salad and Sermon” Lenten Lunch on Tues- One-quart containers of delicious day, March 3 at 12:00 p.m. at the Cardinal Keeler Center in Bowl” Sunday Soup Sale on February 7 at Harrisburg. This informal event is a wonderful opportunity the following parishes: homemade soup will be available for to enjoy lunch and to learn about the important ministries • Good Shepherd, Camp Hill purchase while supplies last. Sales provided by our agency. Bishop Ronald Gainer will be the will take place between the Sunday • Holy Name of Jesus, Harrisburg guest speaker. morning Masses. Cost is a freewill • St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, There is no charge for the lunch, although a freewill of- donation. All proceeds will benefit the fering will be taken to support the Adoption Program. All Mechanicsburg Catholic Charities Homes for Healing (Ev- are welcome. Please RSVP to Christopher Meehan at 717-657- • St. Margaret Mary, Harrisburg ergreen House, Interfaith Shelter for Home- 4804, ext. 284, or [email protected]. • St. Joan of Arc, Hershey less Families, and Lourdeshouse Maternity Learn about the various programs of Catholic Charities and • St. Joseph, Hanover Home). how you can support them by visiting www.cchbg.org.

Adult Faith Formation Offerings Available during the Year of Mercy

The Holy Year of Mercy announced by Pope Francis is intended to highlight and Pastoral Formation affords adult Catholics the opportunity to deepen their the Catholic Church’s mission to be a “credible witness” to God’s mercy. “At knowledge of the Catholic Faith. All courses and workshops are open to any times we are called to gaze even more attentively on mercy so that we may interested adult, including those who are pursuing catechetical certification in become a more effective sign of the Father’s action in our lives,” wrote Pope the diocese and those who simply wish to understand the Catholic Faith better. Francis in Misericordiae Vultus, his introduction to the Jubilee Year of Mercy. Learn from home option: Numerous faith formation offerings are also avail- The biblical theme of the year is “Be merciful, even as your Father is merci- able via webinar, allowing you to participate in “real time” from home or to ful” (Lk 6:36). request recordings to view at your convenience. Webinar offerings are clearly For more information and practical suggestions for how to celebrate the marked. Year of Mercy, visit the Vatican’s Jubilee of Mercy website (www.iubilaeum- For information about the Diocesan Institute or obtaining catechetical certi- misericordiae.va) and the USCCB’s Year of Mercy webpage (www.usccb.org/ fication in the Diocese of Harrisburg, contact Ryan Bolster at 717-657-4804, beliefs-and-teachings/how-we-teach/new-evangelization/jubilee-of-mercy/in- ext. 225, or [email protected]. To view the complete Winter/Spring ses- dex.cfm). sion schedule, which includes course descriptions and fees, please visit www. The 2016 Winter/Spring Session of the Diocesan Institute for Catechetical hbgdiocese.org.

BASIC CATECHETICAL Teaching Methodology—Part 2 COURSES OF SPECIALIZATION CERTIFICATION COURSES Tuesday and Thursday, March 15 and 17 6:30-9 p.m. Body, Soul...and Divinity: Saint John Paul II’s Introduction to the Sacraments St. Joseph Parish, Hanover Theology of the Body Mondays, February 1, 8, 22, 29, and March 7 Mrs. Stacey White Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 5, 7, 12, 14, 19 6:30-8:30 p.m. and 21 Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg Introduction to Prayer 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays, March 28, April 4, 11, 18 and 25 Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg ALSO AVAILABLE VIA WEBINAR 7-9 p.m. ALSO AVAILABLE VIA WEBINAR Rev. Paul Fisher Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg Mrs. Ann Koshute ALSO AVAILABLE VIA WEBINAR Mondays, February 15, 22, 29, March 7 and 14 Mr. Ryan Bolster Recent Church Documents on 7-9 p.m. Evangelization and Catechesis Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish, ADVANCED CATECHETICAL Mondays and Tuesdays, May 9, 10, 16 and 17 Middletown CERTIFICATION COURSES 6:30-9 p.m. Mr. Ray Kerwin Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg Advanced Morality Mr. James Gontis Mondays, April 4, 11, 18, 25, and May 2 Wednesdays, January 20, 27, February 3, 17, 24, 7-9 p.m. and March 2 ELECTIVES St. Katharine Drexel Parish, Mechanicsburg 9-11 a.m. Rev. Kenneth Smith Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg The Parables of Mercy ALSO AVAILABLE VIA WEBINAR Thursday, February 25 Rev. David Danneker 7:00- 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, April 5, 12, 19, 26, and May 3 Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg 6:30-8:30 p.m. Christology ALSO AVAILABLE VIA WEBINAR Saint Rita Parish, Blue Ridge Summit Tuesdays, February 2, 9, 16, 23, March 1, 8, and 15 Mr. Ryan Bolster Rev. Robert Malagesi, M.SS.CC. 3:15- 5:15 p.m. Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg The Saints in Mercy Introduction to Morality ALSO AVAILABLE VIA WEBINAR Thursday, March 3 Wednesdays, February 17, 24, March 2, 9, and 16 Mr. Ryan Bolster 7:00- 8:30 p.m. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg Advanced Scripture: The Gospel of Luke ALSO AVAILABLE VIA WEBINAR ALSO AVAILABLE VIA WEBINAR Mondays, March 28, April 4, 11, 18, May 2, 9, Mr. Ryan Bolster Mr. Dominic Lombardi and 16 6:30-8:30 p.m. The Four Women Doctors of the Church Mondays, February 29, March 7, 14, and 21 Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish, Tuesday, March 8 6:30-9 p.m. Lebanon 6:30-8:30 p.m. St. Columba Parish, Bloomsburg Rev. Michael Rothan Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg ALSO AVAILABLE VIA WEBINAR (St. Maximilian Kolbe Room) Advanced Scripture: The Second Letter Dr. Carol Houghton Mr. Joe Mullen of Saint Paul to the Corinthians Wednesdays, March 9, 16, 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27, The Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy Teaching Methodology—Part 1 and May 4 Thursday, March 17 Tuesday and Thursday, March 8 and 10 7-8:30 p.m. 7-8:30 p.m. 6:30-9 p.m. Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg St. Joseph Parish, Hanover ALSO AVAILABLE VIA WEBINAR ALSO AVAILABLE VIA WEBINAR Mrs. Stacey White Deacon David Hall Mr. Ryan Bolster The January 22, 2016 • Catholic Witness - 15 Diocesan Financial Report

DIOCESAN ADMINISTRATIVE ENTITIES OF DIOCESE OF HARRISBURG (717) 657-4805 THE DIOCESE OF HARRISBURG OFFICE OF THE BISHOP Fax (717) 657-1370 4800 Union Deposit Road STATEMENTS OF ACTIVITIES Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17111-3710 YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 2015 AND 2014 Bishop’[email protected] www.hbgdiocese.org 2015 2014

Changes in unrestricted net assets Revenues and gains Intradiocesan billings, primarily self-insurance premiums $ 16,405,970 $ 16,465,987 Dear Friends in Christ, Lenten Appeal, contributions and bequests 6,994,186 6,806,239 Once again I am pleased to share with you the audited Diocesan Financial Report Interest and dividends 4,848,374 4,664,381 Cemetery sales 1,946,100 1,691,612 for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2015. This report reflects the continued and gener- Program service fees 1,040,311 990,175 ous financial support from you, the faithful of the diocese, for our overall mission Rental income 275,278 267,142 and ministry. Other 301,862 952,182 Pope Francis declared a Jubilee Year of Mercy that began on December 8 and will Total unrestricted revenues and gains 31,812,081 31,837,718

conclude next year on November 20, 2016, the Feast of Christ the King. Merciful like Net assets released from restrictions the Father, is the “motto” of this Holy Year. In mercy, we find proof of how God Expiration of restrictions 803,226 703,990

loves us. Total unrestricted revenues, gains, and In the book of the Prophet Isaiah we read, “The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me, other support 32,615,307 32,541,708

because the Lord has anointed me to bring good tidings to the afflicted; he has sent Expenses and losses me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and freedom to Supporting services General secretariat 628,878 619,606 those in captivity; to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favour” (Is 61:1-2). This Holy Temporalities Year will bring to the fore the richness of Jesus’ mission echoed in the words of the Administrative support Plant operation 1,561,736 1,465,885 prophet: to bring a word and gesture of consolation to the poor, to proclaim liberty Other administrative support 2,577,848 2,594,524 to those bound by new forms of slavery in modern society, to restore sight to those Fund raising 256,417 259,946 Diocesan support for parishes and schools 816,582 755,044 who can see no more because they are caught up in themselves, to restore dignity to Diocesan support for Catholic Charities 939,089 932,037 all those from whom it has been robbed. The preaching of Jesus is made visible once Cemetery operations 1,517,599 1,397,987 more in the response of faith which Christians are called to offer by their witness. Insurance 14,537,217 14,640,349 Programs DIOCESAN ADMINISTRATIVE ENTITIES OF By virtue of our baptism, each of us has a role to play in fulfilling the mandate of Education 900,344 830,148 Clergy and religious lifeTHE DIOCESE OF HARRISBURG 1,940,348 2,065,046 Christ and the mission of His Church and extending His mercy to all those in need. Catholic life and evangelization 1,224,756 1,324,340 Your witness of time and talent as well as the generous and consistent sharing of your Canonical services 579,568 579,724 Communications STATEMENTS OF ACTIVITIES (Cont'd) 882,866 857,583 treasure in support of our parish, diocesan, national, and global collections enable us FOCUS 358,779 367,458 to reach out and extend God’s mercy to countless numbers of our brothers and sisters Interest - deposits payableYEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 2015 AND 2014 1,184,702 1,131,027 Other 631,190 1,837,494 in need. As your Bishop, please know of my abiding gratitude for your generous and con- Total expenses and losses 30,537,9192015 31,658,1982014 sistent support. I pray that during this Jubilee Year you and your loved ones may Change in unrestricted net assets, before other changes 2,077,388 883,510 experience the richness of God’s mercy. Other changes Net gains (losses) on investments (488,043) 4,539,020 Depreciation and amortization (690,321) (724,091) Sincerely yours in Christ, Change in obligations for priests' pension and postretirement benefits (892,884) 525,619

Change in unrestricted net assets 6,140 5,224,058

Changes in temporarily restricted net assets(continued) Most Reverend Ronald W. Gainer Contributions 793,226 713,990 Net assets released from restrictions 3 (803,226) (703,990) Change in temporarily restricted Consistent with its policy of providing financial disclosure, the Diocese of Har- net assets (10,000) 10,000 risburg is once again presenting the financial statements of its Central Offices and Ministries. The financial statements presented here for the fiscal years ended June 30, Changes in permanently restricted net assets Contributions 8,245 11,560 2015 and 2014 were prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Transfer to FOCUS (207,344) - Principles (GAAP) and were audited by the independent certified public accounting Net gains (losses) on investments 350,949 783,445 firm McKonly and Asbury, LLP. These financial reports do not include the financial Change in permanently restricted status of diocesan parishes and schools or Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Har- net assets 151,850 795,005 risburg, PA. Inc. Each of these entities maintains its own set of fiscal records and Change in net assets 147,990 6,029,063 reports individually to its own particular constituencies. The complete financial re- ports for the diocese, together with the independent auditor’s report and notes to the Net assets, beginning of year 60,145,476 54,116,413 financial statements, are available from Harrisburg Catholic Administrative Services, Net assets, end of year $ 60,293,466 $ 60,145,476 Inc. (HCAS) upon request.

DIOCESAN ADMINISTRATIVE ENTITIES OF DIOCESAN ADMINISTRATIVE ENTITIES OF THE DIOCESE OF HARRISBURG THE DIOCESE OF HARRISBURG

STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION

YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 2015 AND 2014 YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 2015 AND 2014 ASSETS 2015 2014 2015 2014 Cash flows from operating activities Cash and cash equivalents $ 4,251,975 $ 4,507,120 Change in net assets $ 147,990 $ 6,029,063 Accounts receivable 169,428 162,482 Adjustments to reconcile change in net assets to net cash Mortgage and lots receivable 972,119 656,000 and cash equivalents provided by operating activities Accrued interest receivable 677,626 367,126 Depreciation and amortization 690,321 724,091 Inventory 383,961 468,052 Prepaid expenses 10,420 109,643 Net (gains) losses on investments 137,094 (5,322,465) Investments 131,383,862 122,040,943 Gain on disposal of property and equipment (66,909) (665,310) Due from other entities 768,684 1,344,003 Allowance for doubtful accounts 534,329 1,640,590 Funds held in trust by others 422,215 432,788 (Increase) decrease in Accounts receivable (6,946) 2,850 139,040,290 130,088,157 Accrued interest receivable The accompanying notes are an integral (310,500) (29,068) Inventory 84,091 (69,470) Notes and loans receivable 21,942,149 25,959,841 part of these financial statements. Less allowance for doubtful loans (8,031,993) (7,497,664) Prepaid expenses 99,223 76,419 Due from other entities 575,319 198,669 Notes and loans receivable, net 13,910,156 18,462,177 Increase (decrease) in 4 Accounts payable and accrued expenses 399,084 (353,946) Property and equipment, less accumulated depreciation 21,602,879 20,451,802 Deferred revenue 318,612 108,526 Total assets $ 174,553,325 $ 169,002,136 Accrued priests' pension and postretirement benefits 447,266 (764,400) Estimated liability for self-insurance (119,072) (536,830) LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS Funds held in custody for others 316,500 (260,677) Liability for future memorial purchases (24,338) 40,715 Accounts payable and accrued expenses $ 1,846,701 $ 1,447,617 Annuities payable on behalf of others (590,501) (74,669) Deferred revenue 7,040,242 6,721,630 Net cash and cash equivalents provided by (used in) 8,886,943 8,169,247 operating activities 2,631,563 744,088 Deposits payable Parishes 50,308,527 49,905,274 Cash flows from investing activities Schools 16,373,223 12,329,153 Parish perpetual care 3,503,865 3,464,939 Purchase of property and equipment (2,588,576) (341,746) Other sources 5,821,328 5,615,450 Proceeds from sale of property and equipment 489,087 291,516 Issuance of notes and loans receivable (1,692,767) (1,967,368) Total deposits payable 76,006,943 71,314,816 Proceeds from payments on notes and loans receivable 5,710,459 4,226,546 Mortgage receivable payments received 8,881 - Accrued priests' pension and postretirement benefits 19,412,452 18,965,186 Proceeds from sale or maturity of investments 154,200,444 178,655,036 Estimated liability for self-insurance 5,498,601 5,617,673 Purchase and reinvestment of investments (163,669,884) (186,757,390) Funds held in custody for others 2,087,619 1,771,119 Mortgage payable 566,841 603,320 Liability for future memorial purchases 279,521 303,859 Net cash and cash equivalents provided by (used in) Annuities payable on behalf of others 1,520,939 2,111,440 investing activities (7,542,356) (5,893,406)

Total liabilities 114,259,859 108,856,660 Cash flows from financing activities Payments on mortgage payable (36,479) (34,877) Net assets Unrestricted Increase (decrease) in deposits payable 4,692,127 3,549,121 Undesignated (6,480,503) (4,307,949) Designated 59,498,538 57,319,844 Net cash and cash equivalents provided by (used in) financing activities 4,655,648 3,514,244 Total unrestricted 53,018,035 53,011,895 Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (255,145) (1,635,074) Temporarily restricted 392,392 402,392 Permanently restricted 6,883,039 6,731,189 Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year 4,507,120 6,142,194 Total net assets 60,293,466 60,145,476 Cash and cash equivalents, end of year $ 4,251,975 $ 4,507,120 Total liabilities and net assets $ 174,553,325 $ 169,002,136

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. 2 5 The 16 - Catholic Witness • January 22, 2016 Faithfulness in Mercy is God’s Way of Being, Pope Says

By Junno Arocho Esteves Catholic News Service

God’s mercy is constant and limit- less; he is faithful in his mercy for his children, even when they are unfaith- ful, Pope Francis said. The greatness and power of God unfolds in his “love for us, who are so small, so incapable,” he said at his weekly general audience Jan. 13. In his first general audience of the new year, the pope began a new series of talks on mercy, reflecting on its de- scription in the Bible, where from the “Old Testament to the full revelation of Jesus Christ, the mercy of the Fa- word suggests,” he said. It is “a love also calls his oldest son who is indig- “It is love that takes the first step; it ther is revealed in its completeness.” that can be defined, in a good way, as nant and does not want to celebrate, does not depend on human merits but Speaking to some 6,000 people gath- ‘visceral.’” this son who remained at home but on an immense generosity,” he said. ered in the Paul VI audience hall, the God’s graciousness, he continued, lived more like a servant than as a son,” “It is the divine solicitude that noth- pope began by reflecting on the - bib is exemplified in his compassion for the pope said. “But the father stoops ing can stop, not even sin because he lical description of God who is “mer- the weak and the poor along with his down to him as well, inviting him to knows to go beyond sin, to overcome ciful and gracious, slow to anger and enter, seeking to open his heart to love, readiness to receive, understand and evil and to forgive.” rich in love and faithfulness.” so that none remain excluded from the forgive. This aspect is seen in the fa- God’s mercy and faithfulness, The pope said the Bible compares feast of mercy. Mercy is a feast.” God’s merciful love to the tenderness ther of the prodigal son who did not The beauty of God’s love and faith- he added, is a stable presence that and love of a mother who seeks “to latch on to resentment against his son, fulness shows affection, grace and strengthens faith and gives Christians love, protect, help [and] is quick to but rather “continued to wait for him.” goodness, he said, and is nothing like the opportunity to experience his love, give everything, even herself” for her “Great is his love and joy at having the superficiality of a “soap opera especially during the Holy Year of children. “That is the image that this found him again; and then he goes and love.” Mercy.

ITALY Most Reverend August 27-September 6, 2016 Ronald W. Gainer

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