FROM POPE FRANCIS Don’t hog the ball,

pope says Vol.The XLX, No. 4 DIOCESE OF SPRINGFIELD—CAPEMirror GIRARDEAU, MISSOURI June 13, 2014 By Carol Glatz Vatican City

ope Francis urged athletes to live life the same way they play sports: Don’t hog the ball, don’t fall Pback on defense, and make sure A tribute to fathers to keep it fun. He also called on policy- makers and communities to guarantee all kids have access to and to the sports, education, and jobs early Triune God on in life, “and I guarantee that By Sr. Joan L. Roccasalvo, CSJ father. When Paul’s son or there will be no addictions to daughter is born, Paul’s life is drugs, alcohol, and many other his year, Father’s Day changed. In addition to his vices.” and the feast of the Most marital relationship, he has The pope made his com- Holy Trinity fall on the entered into the new relation of ments during a gathering in St. same day. First, some fatherhood. He is Dad, Daddy, Peter’s Square June 7 with tens Tthoughts on Father’s Day. Pop, Papa. Fatherhood is added of thousands of children, young ‘The father-child relation is on to his personhood. adults, coaches, and athletes to irreplaceable.’ Every day of his celebrate the 70th anniversary life, Pres. Obama lives with this Father roles of the Italian Sports Center, the reality, for he grew up without Fathers come in all differ- Catholic Action’s sports associa- his father’s presence and with- ent shapes, sizes, and person- tion in Italy. out his father’s love. Recently in alities, a fact best seen in some The square had been turned Chicago, he lamented that “in father-roles on the screen. In into a “sports village” with entire neighborhoods like Hyde “Father of the Bride,” Stan- makeshift basketball and vol- Park, young boys and teenage ley Banks (“Pops”) comically leyball courts, mini-soccer fields, boys don’t see an example of evokes neurotic tendencies and gymnastic equipment. fathers or grandfathers who are on the eve of his daughter’s The pope told participants in a position to support fami- wedding. In “The Bill Cosby lies.” On several occasions, he Show,” Cliff Huxtable, father See Don’t Hog the Ball / 2 has blurted out: ‘Any male can and obstetrician, is thoroughly make a baby; being a father engaged in the lives of his five takes a real man.’ children. He protects, disci- plines, and loves them. As a As of June 12, The basic understanding of moral guide, he teaches them 2014, 74 parishes fatherhood values and life-principles by have reported The most basic and uni- example. A devoted husband, versal understanding of father he stands firmly with his wife 5,660 pledges is that of begetting children. Clare, especially in front of the to the Diocesan But a father is much more than children. The Huxtable fam- Development Fund a begetter. He is the creative FATHERHOOD—“Best wishes to you on your day! I ily loves their Dad—flexible, $ source, and protector of life, ask for you the grace to be ever closer to your chil- funny, and fun. totaling 1,623,013, the representative of power and dren, allow them to grow, but be close, close! They Yes, we have super-Dads or 68 percent of the authority, as well as gift, solici- need you, your presence, your closeness, your love. like Atticus Finch (Gregory $2,500,000 goal. tude and aid. Yet not every man ...As Joseph was for Jesus, [be] the example and the Peck) who, in the film, “To Kill assumes the responsibility of teacher of the wisdom that is nourished by the Word a Mockingbird,” exceeds our Thank you! fatherhood. of God,” said Pope Francis in his Father’s Day Mes- expectations of fatherhood. Father is a relation and sage. (Saint Joseph, Pietro Annigoni [1910-1988], Florence, A widower with two young a presence, not the name of a San Lorenzo, Italy; copyright © 1990, Photo Scala, Florence.) children and a defense lawyer, man. When a man becomes Atticus is devoted to his chil- a new father, the externals of his person from within because of the dren not only as father but as teacher person remain unchanged. But he new relationship he assumes with his as well. has become a completely different child and family. To explain. Before becoming a father, Paul is the son of his own See Tribute / 10 The Catechism in brief

2692 In prayer, the pilgrim Church is associated with that of the saints, whose intercession she asks.

The Catechism of the Catholic Church compiles the living tradition of the Catholic Church and divides it into four sections: What Catholics believe (the Creed), how the faith is transmitted (worship and sacraments), how Catholics are The next issue of The Mirror will be June 27, 2014. called to live (moral life), and prayer. If you would like to receive the diocesan newspaper via Email in digital format, please contact Angie Toben at (417) 866-0841, or via Email to [email protected]. 2 The Mirror COLUMNS June 13, 2014 The price of belief: The cost of supporting Catholic teaching over public opinion

t has been one year since the to support Proposition 8’s defini- and Catholics are no different. US Supreme Court officially tion of marriage as between one The Church has a huge pastoral blessed the redefinition of mar- GUEST man and one woman. California and catechetical problem that to riage and opened the federal law makes donors list their place of date it has not been able to ad- Ifloodgates to a wave of (largely work, which brought criticism on dress effectively on a broad scale. successful) lawsuits by same-sex COLUMN Mozilla then. After his My concern, however, is couples. Greg Erlandson appointment as CEO that those who accept that In the past 12 months, there in March, a campaign the Church’s teachings has been a tectonic shift not only was begun to boycott in this area are true may in the courts, but in popular opin- illustrate, the Church now tries to Mozilla. Eich resigned soon pay a price for such ion. Those who support a tradi- shield itself from such suits with in less than two weeks. Eich’s only beliefs. Catholic institu- tional definition of marriage—just preemptive contracts explicitly stat- It is important to tions may not be always as President Barack Obama did ing what is expected of its employ- note that there were sin, was immune from the wrath only a few years ago—are now on ees, but those in turn are creating no charges that he had that he had of the courts, and Catholic the defensive. Even the Church is another backlash. The lawyers may been discriminatory in individuals—whether law- struggling to find the language to be reducing risk but raising ire. the workplace. There dared to yers or doctors or bakers explain what has been its teaching Where this all will lead is were no charges that support the or photographers—who for 2,000 years without sounding anyone’s guess, but the future does he had made deroga- accept this teaching may prejudiced or spiteful. look ominous. No matter how the tory comments or had traditional expect a backlash as well. What makes the task even Church tries to articulate its posi- acted in ways overtly concept of So make that two more difficult is that many self- tion, there is, at least at this mo- hostile to people with challenges the US Church identified Catholics tell pollsters ment, a reaction in the popular same-sex attraction or marriage faces. The first is how to they don’t agree with their Church media against divergent viewpoints that he had imposed by quietly teach effectively what it either. I wrote recently about two that is quite clearly intended to a hostile environment believes. The second is incidents in which Catholic stu- intimidate and silence. at Mozilla or any place making a something it has not had dents and parents vociferously Take the case of Brendan Eich. else. political to worry about in a long objected to speakers defending the He was the hapless digital genius Eich’s only sin, time: preparing people Church’s teaching on marriage. who created the JavaScript found in and it was apparently donation. for the price that may be While such protests suggest a millions of computers. He also co- mortal, was that he exacted for believing what wide divergence in the pews, the founded Mozilla, a company with had dared to support they have been taught. Church also is being dragged into a popular open-source Internet the traditional concept ©TM the courts by lawsuits filed when search engine called Firefox. Earlier of marriage by qui- diocesan, parish, or school employ- this year he was appointed CEO. etly making a political Erlandson is Our ees marry their same-sex partners Unfortunately, he had been donation. Sunday Visitor (OSV) president and and then lose their jobs. As recent outed two years ago on Twitter as Many people of goodwill are publisher. Reprinted with permission moves in Ohio and elsewhere someone who had donated $1,000 struggling with this issue now, of OSV; www.osv.com. Don’t hog the ball, pope says

From Page 1 The pope underlined warned. “the beauty of teamwork,” He said inclusion to make sure sports always which “is very important in and a welcoming attitude stayed fun. life.” had to be priorities so that “Only if it stays a game He warned against “in- “everyone may play, not does it do the body and dividualism” and just play- just the talented ones, but spirit good,” he said. ing or living for oneself. everybody, with their merits He urged athletes to The pope, an avid soc- and limits—better yet, give approach life the same way cer fan, said nobody likes priority to those at a disad- they approach sports by to see a player who “hogs vantage like Jesus did.” “putting yourself in the the ball.” The pope thanked the game on a quest for the “Don’t hog the ball, organization for nominat- good, in the Church and in play as a team,” shunning ing him as the team captain society, without fear, with selfishness and seclusion, of its athletes. courage and enthusiasm.” and aiming for solidarity “As your captain, I’m “Put yourself in the and reciprocal respect, he going to push you to not game with others and with said. fall back on defense, but to God; don’t settle for a me- The pope encouraged play offense, and to play diocre ‘tie,’ give it your all, parishes and church groups our match—the Gospel, spending your life on the to use sports as a vehicle to together.” ©CNS thing that really matters evangelize and teach Gos- and lasts forever. pel values. “Don’t be satisfied “But these sports asso- with these lukewarm lives, ciations must be run well, lives (marked by) ‘unexcep- in a way that is in sync POPE BALANCES BASKETBALL—Pope Francis tional draws,’ no, no! Keep with the Christian commu- balanced a basketball during a special audience going, always seeking vic- nity; if it isn’t in sync, it’s for members of Italian sport centers in St. Peter’s tory,” he said. better it not be around,” he Square at the Vatican. (CNS photo/Max Rossi, Reuters) June 13, 2014 COLUMNS The Mirror 3

Public calendar Tue., June 17 Quarterly meeting with the diocesan Sexual Misconduct Getting real: Review Board, Springfield Thu., June 19 Staff Mass and meeting, The Catholic Center, Springfield Jesus or a caricature of Jesus? Fri., June 20 Fr. Paul McLoughlin 6 p.m. retirement Mass, dinner, St. Lawrence Parish, Monett, MO “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday we ourselves can create our own cari- Sat., June 21 and today and forever. Do not be led cature of Jesus, emphasizing certain Transitional Diaconate 10:30 a.m. away by diverse and strange teachings.” ON THE WAY features, while minimizing or ignor- Ordination, Joseph Kelly, St. —Hebrews­ 13:8-9 ing others. People do this to make Agnes Cathedral, Springfield Jesus fit their own ideas or beliefs, Sun., June 22 Most Holy Body and Blood hen I was in college, a rather than submitting those beliefs of Christ caricature artist came Bp. James V. Johnston to Jesus in obedience. How else does 3 p.m. Corpus Christi Procession, St. to campus, and I along one explain the odd situation, for Agnes Cathedral, Springfield with several friends example, of those who profess to be Tue., June 24 Wsubmitted to his offer to produce one them, making him appear danger- believers, yet admit to being “pro- Envisioning Team meeting, for each of us. A caricature is a pre- ous. This is seen most clearly at his choice” or “pro-gay marriage”? Per- The Catholic Center sentation of a person which exagger- trial during his sacred Passion: “This haps it is because Jesus has become a Wed., June 25 Mass at Camp Re-NEW ates certain prominent features. For fellow said, ‘I am able to destroy the mere caricature. His features as a man 5 p.m. All, Camp St. Vincent, example, my caricature exaggerated temple of God, and to build it in of mercy and kindness, as found in Fredericktown, MO my deep set eyes, thin lips, and long three days’” (Mt 26:61). the episode of the woman caught in Thu., June 26 Pastoral visits: Assumption straight nose; all of this is typically Caricatures can emerge in other adultery (cf. Jn 8:1-11), are exaggerat- Abbey, Ava, MO; Nazareth featured with a large head on a small ways too. The celebrity culture often ed, while his features as a defender of Hermitage, Ava body. Political cartoonists frequently produces caricatures of its famous the truth of marriage (cf. Mt 19:3-12) employ caricature in their work. One stars, exaggerating some things to are minimized. thing about caricatures, they usually create a certain persona or “image.” All of us can fall into the tempt- do not make one appear more attrac- The person we see is not the real ing trap of emphasizing those parts was established by Jesus, and given tive! thing, but rather a fabricated product of Jesus’ teaching that we like or are his guarantee, to make sure that the This is why not only political we are meant to desire. good at, while ignoring or passing whole Christ was proclaimed; that cartoonists, but political campaigns My point is this: Jesus can be over those that we find hard. This is all the features and truths of Jesus and candidates also employ the use presented as a caricature, and we why it is so important to have the were presented in proper proportion, caricature through pictures and with must be careful not to follow the Church hold us accountable. On guarding against exaggeration and words—they wish to manipulate caricature but the real thing: Jesus, our own, we weaklings can recre- distortion. Without the solid and the opponent to suit their purposes. the Christ; the Son of God, crucified ate Jesus in our own image. This has consistent (and yes, challenging) This is what Jesus’ opponents did to and risen; proclaimed and present in always been a danger, as the emer- teaching of the Church, we might all him as well. They picked out certain his Church. gence of various heresies through just wind up following a caricature of actions and words and exaggerated Sometimes without realizing it, history attest. The Catholic Church Jesus, and not the real Jesus. ©TM Live your vocation worthily and well he summer months of May in the same way in which a husband the building of God’s Kingdom. and June are popular times and wife do. In today’s society, we As we celebrate this time and for couples to celebrate their LIVING THE see that both of these sacraments are season of vows and promises, let us weddings. In many dioceses, being challenged and attacked from humbly seek God’s help in order Tit is also the time chosen to celebrate LITURGY many sides. In our culture, there is to live worthily and well our God- the ordination of men to the diacon- a movement to change the mean- given vocation in life. Most everyone ate and priesthood. On May 24, Dan Fr. David J. Dohogne ing, purpose, and nature of both has had the opportunity to attend Vaughn was ordained as a permanent of these sacraments established by a wedding celebration (especially deacon in Our Lady of the Lake Par- Christ. Again, they are not “func- within the Catholic Church), but not ish in Branson. On June 21, Joseph called to reflect the love of Christ tional” sacraments, but “vocational” everyone has attended and partici- Kelly will be ordained a transitional within the parish to which he has sacraments. We can’t change these pated in the Rite of Ordination. Like deacon in St. Agnes Cathedral in been assigned, seeing the parish as sacraments to make them what we a marriage celebration in the Catho- Springfield in preparation for his or- his “family” and helping bring forth want them to be. Christ has firmly lic Church, an ordination is a very dination to the Sacred Priesthood. new spiritual life throught the Sacra- established the purpose and nature beautiful, powerful, and inspiring This time of year is a perfect ment of Baptism and then continu- of marriage and holy orders, and we ritual of the Church. I encourage you opportunity for us to reflect on the ing to nurture are called to be to attend an ordination when the op- two “vocational” sacraments of our that life through faithful to that portunity arises, especially a priestly Catholic Faith, namely the Sacra- the other Diaconate ordination purpose. ordination. You’ll be glad you did! ment of Marriage and the Sacrament sacraments. Each voca- As we continue to live, understand, of Holy Orders (deacons, priests, and A husband Joseph Kelly tion established and experience our encounter with bishops). While there are differences and wife accept St. Agnes Cathedral by God, whether God in the sacraments, may we truly between these two sacraments, there and receive each it be the single appreciate the gift we have in our are also many similarities. While other as spouses Springfield life, married life, Catholic Faith and God’s Presence not merely “functional” sacraments, and partners for consecrated life among us in our liturgical celebra- both are considered as vocations of life. A priest ac- Sat., June 21 as a religious, or tions. ©TM “service” to the Church in their own cepts and receives 10:30 a.m. as an ordained unique way. A married couple reflects the Church as his minister sharing In addition to his position as dioc- the love of Christ in a powerful way “spouse,” follow- in holy orders, is esan Director of Worship, Fr. Dohogne within the home. An important work ing the example of Christ who chose an important and necessary “piece of serves as pastor of Sacred Heart Par- and “fruit” of married love is bring- the Church to be His Bride. A priest the puzzle”. It takes all of these voca- ish, Dexter, MO; St. Teresa Church, ing forth new life into the world. A is to love the Church as his bride in tions to complete the “puzzle” and Glennonville; and St. Ann Church, in man ordained to Holy Orders is also the same way that Christ does and each contributes in its own way to Malden. 4 The Mirror REVIEWS June 13, 2014

used her talent given by God for God. She also realized that Children’s summer reading: every child has a special talent. Colorfully illustrated, Hilde- gard’s Gift is an enjoyable story books on saints, nature, and more for all children about this new saint and doctor of the church, life has been defined by the will have quite a few “ah-ha” but especially those who might silence and sadness surround- moments while reading this need a little boost in finding ing her older brother’s tragic well-organized informational and appreciating their own death. Born the day her book. Ages 8 and up. gifts from God. Ages 5-10. brother died, Jewel’s birthdays are days of mourning, and joy Mysterious Patterns: A Pond Full of Ink is hard to find the other 364 Finding Fractals in Nature By Annie M. G. Schmidt; illustrated by days of the year. But Jewel is By Sarah C. Campbell; photographs Sieb Posthuma he following books are their fingers to learn how to resilient and imaginative, and by Sarah C. Campbell and Richard P. Eerdmans Books for Young Readers, suitable for summer pray. Praying with My Fingers, a her persistent and creative Campbell 2014. reading: pint-sized board book perfect spirit coupled with a new and Boyds Mills Press, 2014. With its clever poetry for small hands, is inspired by mysterious friend eventually The freedom and fresh air and creative illustrations, A TSaint Magnus: The Last and credited to Pope Francis lead her family to a place of of summertime gives chil- Pond Full of Ink will inspire Viking when he was archbishop of peace and understanding. Rich dren many opportunities for imagination, laughter and By Susan Peek Buenos Aires. The prayer is a with symbolism, Bird is a com- outdoor exploration. Mysteri- wonder. The silly poems tell Catholic Vitality Publications, 2014. rhyme connecting each finger pelling and extraordinary read ous Patterns will open up their short stories about quirky Royal bloodlines, brutal to people in a child’s life. Tod- for adolescents. Upon finishing eyes to the beauty and awe of characters such as elderly 10th-century Viking battles dlers and parents will enjoy the book, readers will antici- nature in a whole new way. otters and a family living in and loyal brotherhood make praying with this book togeth- pate author Crystal Chang’s Manmade shapes are every- a tree. The poems will help Saint Magnus an unforgettable er. Ages 5 and under. next book. Ages 8-12. where, but nature has its own instill in young readers a love read. The book tells of the ob- set of often overlooked shapes. of poetry and word play, and scure regal saint, a just, gentle, Two Little Birds God Yahweh Allah. What Called fractals, they can be maybe get some creative juices and holy heir to the throne of By Mary Newell DePalma; Kids Want to Know: 100 identified on flowers, plants, flowing during the break from the Orkney Islands of what is Eerdmans Books for Young Readers, Questions about Faith and rivers, and even mountain school. Ages 6 and up. now Scotland. St. Magnus faces 2014. Belief ranges. Read this book, take a suffering and trial after trial Two Little Birds is about By Katia Mrowiec, Michel Kubler, and walk, and discover an entirely Breathe seeking peace for his kingdom growing up and leaving the Antoine Sfeir, illustrated by Olivier new world that you never By Scott Magoon and forgiveness for his broth- nest for adventure. Although Andre, Gaetan Evrard, Stephane Girel, knew always existed. Ages 4 Simon & Schuster for Young Readers, er’s heart. His own forgiveness there is danger on the journey, and Philippe Poirier and up. 2014. and devotion to God made the circle of life eventually Paulist Press, 2014. Breathe is a soothing bed- Magnus a saint, this legend- returns the birds back home. God Yahweh Allah would Hildegard’s Gift time story with beautiful, soft ary story excellently told by Based on the migratory experi- be a welcome addition on By Megan Hoyt; illustrated by David illustrations. The book follows author Susan Peek makes this ences of orioles, the book’s the shelves of classrooms and Hill the busy day of a young whale story hard to put down. Ages beautiful illustrations, allitera- homes. Written by journal- Paraclete Press, 2014. who explores, finds adventure, 14 and up. tions and predictive language ists, the book is a compilation Once upon a time, a and faces danger. But, as is make the story interesting and of real questions and answers young girl named Hildegard necessary during an exciting Praying with My Fingers: attainable for young listeners from children about the faith, received an extraordinary and day of exploration for a young An Easy Way to Talk with and beginning readers. Ages tradition, and practices of Ju- powerful gift: She could create child, the whale must take God 4-8. daism, Christianity and Islam. magnificent pictures, words, a break and breathe. Author Paraclete Press, 2014. The straightforward answers, and songs. However joyful and illustrator Scott Magoon’s Young children use their Bird rooted in the Torah, Bible, to others, her brilliant talent use of alliterations and gentle fingers for everything: playing, By Crystal Chan and Quran, are accessible to challenged and exhausted cadence along with the sweet acting out songs, counting and Atheneum Books for Young Readers, elementary school students. Hildegard. But, with the help drawings will make this book making messes. So it is quite 2014. Although the book is intended and encouragement of her a beloved treasure. Ages 2-6. natural for little ones to use Twelve-year-old Jewel’s for younger readers, adults friends at the abbey, Hildegard ©CNS

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Branson—The Youth Ministry at Our Lady Springfield—The Diocese of Springfield- of the Lake Parish in Branson invites all youth Cape Girardeau is coordinating a Corpus Christi (grades 7-12) to participate in the annual “Our Procession on the campus of St. Agnes Cathe- Lady Celebrates Youth” conference on Sat. & dral on Sun., June 22, at 3 p.m. (note the time Sun., Sept. 6 & 7, 2014. Advance registration change) on the front steps of the cathedral. It is $65 per person. For more information, please will conclude in St. Agnes Cathedral with Bene- contact Pat Hutcheson at mspat1024@gmail. diction. The Mass in the Extraordinary Form will

com or visit the Youth Ministry page of the begin that day at 1:30 p.m. Parish groups are Your generosity helps us bring hope to thousands of children, diocesan Web site, www.dioscg.org. encouraged to participate and help in a variety families and adults in need From the desk of Kyle Schott, throughout southern Missouri. Regional Director Things sure have been on the move for our Get involved today by offering your of ways including setting up two Benediction al- offices on the east side of the time, talent, or financial support. diocese, We have... read more Your involvement can make a Billings—St. Joseph Parish will host tars along the route, distributing bottled water, life-changing difference! Summer Fest, Sat., June 21, 6-10 p.m., on the and organizing a simple reception following the

parish grounds. Come and enjoy burgers, brats, procession. Parish choirs are invited to provide As Catholics, we affirm that all life is sacred, because all life was created by God, in the image and likeness of God. Our faith also challenges us to be particularly concerned for the weak and most vulnerable. To follow twisted taters, live music, and homemade ice music along the route. Interested parties may Christ is to reach out in compassion to those in need. cream. contact Katie Newton at (417) 866-0841 or

via Email to [email protected]. DONATE TODAY Conway—Sacred Heart Parish will hold Visit us at: www.ccsomo.org: (417) 866-0841 a Ice Cream Social Sat., July 12, 5:30-9 p.m., Springfield—Through Aug. 8, St. Joseph on the parish grounds. Hamburgers, hot dogs, Catholic Academy, Springfield, is offering a FUN cake, and homemade ice cream will be available. summer-long day camp open to all students Games, prizes, and fun for all ages. For more entering preschool-fourth grade. St. Joseph information, contact Linda Buck at (417) Day Camp will consist of games, crafts, music, KHJM 589-6271. educational, and religious activities. Held on the grounds of St. Joseph Catholic Academy, Catholic radio for Southeast Missouri Kimberling City—Our Lady of the Cove regular camp hours are Monday through Friday, From Jackson to the Bootheel Parish Council of Catholic Women (PCCW) will 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with extended hours hold a “Christmas in July” arts and crafts show, until 6 p.m. Regular care is $15 a day/per child; KHJM 89.1 FM brings the heart Fri., July 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sat., July extended care is an additional $5 per day. For of Catholic Radio to the area. 19, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., in the parish hall. Artist and more information or to sign-up, log on to www. crafter space available for $25 (includes 8’ stjosephdaycamp.webs.com. Heart of Jesus table and chair). To reserve space, contact Har- riette at (417) 739-2297, or Arleen at (417) Springfield—The Messiah Project, an and Mary radio! 338-0504. Proceeds will fund PCCW charities. interdenominational organization in Springfield that brings art, music, and people of all faiths Monett—St. Lawrence Parish will host together in an all inclusive experience of God a retirement celebration for Fr. Paul McLough- through music, is seeking parish and school lin, Fri., June 20, 6 p.m. Mass, followed by the choirs and individual singers to participate in celebration at 7:30 p.m., in the parish hall. For the Heritage of Hymns Concert, Oct. 4, 2014. more information, contact Yesenia Perez at Rehearsals begin this summer. Parishioners and (417) 235-3286. students who sing are encouraged to be part of this community-wide chorus. For more informa- Springfield—The Secular Franciscan tion, please contact The Messiah Project, (417) group will meet Sat., June 28, beginning with 883-5274. lunch at noon (optional), and then at 1 p.m. in Schedule The next safe environment in-service opportunities will be held at the the day chapel at Holy Trinity. Contact for new Springfield—Catholic Night with the following locations: people is Steve Moncher, stevemoncher@gmail. Springfield Cardinals is on Sun., June 29, 2014, com, or call (417) 861-2109. at Hammons Field: the Springfield Cardinals will Sun., June 22 2-5 p.m...... Sacred Heart Parish, Springfield (Spanish) take on the San Antonio Missions at 6:10 p.m. Wed., July 9 7-10 p.m...... St. Peter Parish, Joplin Springfield—Missouri Right to Life is in Both Bishop Johnston and Bishop Leibrecht will Wed., July 16 6:30-9:30 p.m...... The Catholic Center, Springfield need of 60 volunteers to man the Right to Life be present as well as many of our area priests booth at the Ozark Empire Fair, Thu., July 24- for this family summertime event! Tickets are Mon., July 21 6:30-9:30 p.m...... St. Denis School, Benton Sat., Aug. 2. Each volunteer will be provided an only $6 each for chair-back seating on the third- Mon., Aug. 4 7-10 p.m...... St. Peter Parish, Joplin entry ticket. Parking may be at a local church. base line. Also, it’s “Joe Kelly Bobble Head” night, Wed., Aug. 6 6-9 p.m...... Immaculate Conception Parish, Jackson Shifts will be 10:45 a.m.-2 p.m.; 2 p.m.-5:30 “Hiland Dairy Ice Cream Sunday,” plus everyone Thu., Aug. 7 9 a.m.-noon . . . . . St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Springfield p.m.; 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. A training session will will receive a commemorative Springfield Cardi- be held Mon., July 21, 7 p.m., in the Springfield nals coin! For tickets, contact Chris Kaempfe at Tue., Aug. 12 6-9 p.m...... Our Lady of the Cove Parish, Kimberling City Library Center. We are most appreciative of [email protected] or (417) 832-3034 Wed., Sept. 3 5-8 p.m...... St. Ann School, Carthage donations to help with the purchase of tickets by 5 p.m. Wed., June 25. ATTENTION CLERGY & Mon., Sept. 22 6-9 p.m...... Our Lady of the Lake Parish, Branson and resource materials. Donations made to MO RELIGIOUS BROTHERS & SISTERS: The Knights Tue., Nov. 4 6-9 p.m...... Our Lady of the Cove Parish, Kimberling City Right to Life Education Fund and designated for of Columbus Council #698 wants to buy your the fair booth, are tax deductible. For more de- game ticket! Please call Sarah Pittman at The Mon., Nov. 10 6:30-9:30 p.m...... St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Cape Girardeau tails or to volunteer, call Carl Schimek at (417) Catholic Center to reserve your ticket by Mon., Sun., Nov. 16 1-4 p.m...... Our Lady of the Lake Parish, Branson 496-1235. June 23, at (417) 866-0841 or Email her: Preregistration is necessary; go to www.virtus.org and click on “registration” on the left [email protected]. or call your parish/school office for assistance; or call Ken Pesek at The Catholic Center, (417) 866-0841; or Email him at [email protected]. Participants must be present for the entire training. Training sessions are for adults only. Schedules may be found on the diocesan events calendar at www.dioscg.org, or at www.virtus.org. 6 The Mirror FEATURE June 13, 2014 June 13, 2014 FEATURE The Mirror 7 8 The Mirror DIOCESAN NEWS June 13, 2014

Kelso students wow publishing company Spring Retreat at Mercy Conference & Retreat Center The Power of Forgiveness: A Quiet Summer Retreat led by Sr. Carol Marozzi, SSJ at Mercy Center July 27-Aug. 3, 2014— taught us the benefits of Registration: 4 p.m. forgiveness as well as the his retreat will explore hidden costs of un-forgive- the psychological, ness. The retreat begins on Tphysical, and religious July 27 with a light supper effects of forgiveness on at 5:30 p.m. and concludes individuals and within re- mid-morning on Aug. 3. lationships. Forgiveness has Presenter: Sr. Carol a real potential for personal Marozzi, SSJ, has worked in and spiritual transforma- the archdiocese of Baltimore tion. We will examine the doing Ministry Formation role that forgiveness can and Vocation ministry and have in alleviating anger served as director of Bon and grief and the physical, Secours Spiritual Life Center NATIONAL BOOK mental, and spiritual ben- in Marriotsville, MD. Sr. Ma- CHALLENGE WIN- efits that come with for- rozzi holds master’s degrees NER—Mrs. Scroggins’ giveness. We will also look in both spirituality and From generation to generation third grade class in St. at people like Thich Nhat theology. She completed Augustine School in Kel- Hanh, Elie Wiesel, Thomas the spiritual guidance pro- so was recently named Moore, and Jesus who have gram at Shalem Institute, a National Book Chal- an ecumenical program lenge Winner by the for spiritual growth Student Treasures Pub- and development. She lishing Company. The currently serves at St. student book was en- Luke Institute in Silver titled “Can You Guess Spring, MD. Our Animals?” and it Non-refundable will be used in the com- registration: $25 due July pany’s promotional ma- 1. Total cost, including terials. Each year, after registration: Overnight: voting on the topic, the $435 Commuters: $295 students practice writ- Contact: Bonnie a legacy of faith ing skills and make a Green (314) 909-4677 class book. Each stu- or bgreen@mercycen- What we have been given, we are called to give. dent writes one page terstl.org or register/pay and illustrates one page. on our Web site www. Have you remembered the Church in your will? (Submiutted photo) mercycenterstl.org The “Church” includes your parish, Catholic school, or the diocese. It can even include a particular ministry, such as the diocesan priests’ retirement fund. Through a gift in your will, you can pass on the Faith to the next generation. Thank you for supporting the Lord’s work! Take the first step. Longing for a retreat or service project? To receive free information on estate planning and legacy giving, return this response form to The Catholic Center, call the Office of Development at (417) 866-0841, or Email [email protected]. All Trinity Hills is the diocesan center for prayer, service, and Chris- inquiries are strictly confidential and there is never any obligation. tian formation inspired by the Catholic Worker movement. Located 20 minutes east of Springfield, Trinity Hills produce food for the hungry, Please send information on: and provides opportunities for study and service. The ministry at Trinity ❑ How to include my parish, a Catholic school, or the diocese in my estate plans, including a Hills facilitates retreats for parish groups and days of respite for social complimentary Estate Planning Booklet. service providers, and actively engages in caring for creation. Located on ❑ Charitable gift annuities that benefit the Church and return income to me for life (ages 65+). 126 acres, opportunities to participate include: • Mentoring homeless guests and helping ❑ The Catholic Legacy Society, for those who have already remembered their parish, Catholic transport them to appointments; school, or the diocese in their estate plans. • Helping us promote our retreat pro- Send information to: grams to college students, youth groups, Please Print Rather than send me written information, please con- parish councils and guilds,​ and Scouts; tact me by telephone or Email to answer my questions. • Helping with farm projects; Name______• Living and working at Trinity Hills for a Address______Phone #______set period of time; City______Best Time______• “Adopt” one of our free-range laying hens, helping to keep her healthy while State______Zipcode______Email______she feeds the hungry.

Mail this form to: To get involved, please contact Nick Lund- The Catholic Center, Attention: Gene Aug, 601 South Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806 Molfese at [email protected] or call (417) 753- “Who is a Christian steward? 7758. For more information on Trinity Hills, One who receives God’s gifts gratefully, cherishes and tends them in a responsible manner, visit www.thills.org. shares them in justice and love with others, and returns them with increase to the Lord.” —US Bishop’s pastoral letter on stewardship June 13, 2014 DIOCESAN NEWS The Mirror 9 Catholic Scouting awards ceremony highlights faith Cape Girardeau Church in Cape Girardeau on Wed., meets quarterly to assist the Catholic Scout leaders for their encourage- May 7. A similar event was held in Scouts in their spiritual development ment and dedication to this youth n annual Catholic Scout- St. Agnes Cathedral, Springfield, on through Scouting. ministry. ing Awards ceremony with Tue., May 6. “Scouting helps our Church by Fr. Patrick Nwokoye serves as Bp. James V. Johnston, The awards ceremonies were helping our young people to discover the diocesan chaplain for Catholic who himself is an Eagle coordinated by the Diocesan Catho- themselves,” Bp. Johnston said. The Scouting. Ben Francka, III, is associ- AScout, took place in Old St. Vincent lic Committee on Scouting, which bishop thanked the parents and the ate diocesan chaplain. ©TM

FAMILY OF GOD—Those receiving the Family of God emblem on May 7 were I LIVE MY FAITH —Those receiving the I Live My Faith emblem from Bp. (first row) Marie Fees, Madison Glaus, both from Sacred Heart Parish, Dex- Johnston on May 7 were (first row) Mary Dirnberger, Jaci Keusenkothen, Hai- ter, MO; Bridget Bailey, Kadi Dohogne, and Molly LeGrand, from St. Augus- ley Kutz, Lauren Landewee, and Lindsey Landewee, all St. Mary Cathedral tine Parish, Kelso; (second row) Lily Pennington, Bp. Johnston, Olivia Ponder, Parish, Cape Girardeau; (second row) Emily Kirby, Taylor Klipfel, Bp. John- and Ali Ziegler, also from St. Augustine Parish, Kelso. The “Family of God” ston, Alyxandra Taylor, St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Cape Girardeau. “I Live Emblem is designed to help youth explore a wide range of activities to discover My Faith” emblem, which is a program designed to help the young girl to ap- the presence of God in their daily lives as members of their families and par- preciate more deeply the place that God and religion occupy in her daily life. ish. (Photo by Mary Ann Hennecke) This particular program focuses on developing within the girl her potential as a growing person, a friend, a member of her family, a citizen, and a partici- pant in the community of faith. (Photo by Mary Ann Hennecke)

LIGHT OF CHRIST—Cub Scouts earning the Light of Christ award on May PARVULI DEI—Jackson Gaeta from St. Vincent de Paul Par- 7 were (first row) Alex Niedbalski, Immaculate Conception Parish, Jackson; ish, Cape Girardeau, received his Parvuli Dei emblem from Matthew Austin, Kyle Boehme, Nicholas Gaeta, Alexander Godbey, Domi- Bp. Johnston on May 7. Not pictured is Alex Austin. The Par- nic Hamby, St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Cape Girardeau; (second row) Tra- vuli Dei emblem is a recognition that the Catholic Church vis ‘TJ’ Klipfel, Jacob Mahnke, Bp. Johnston, Braden Pech, Gabriel Raines, presents to Scouts for advancement in religious knowledge Aidan Stiegemeyer, St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Cape Girardeau. The “Light of and spiritual formation. It is designed to help the Scout be- Christ” award is a program designed to help the Cub Scout develop a personal come more aware of God’s presence in his daily life, especially relationship with Jesus. With the parents’ active assistance, it is hoped that within his home and community. (Photo by Mary Ann Hennecke) the Cub Scout will come to see Jesus as a real person. (Photo by Mary Ann Hennecke) 10 The Mirror ADVERTISING June 13, 2014

not literal ways of speaking about “The Father must be the ad- the source and creator of the cosmos. dressee of praise, thanksgiving, and A tribute to fathers As her point of departure, Rosemary petition” (Kasper, 155-6). The Eu- Reuther emphasizes the biblical charistic sacrifice is addressed to the From Page 1 unnecessary member of the family. understanding of God as Father of all Father, and Christians are baptized in The high cost of father-absence men and women; he alone is truly the name of the Father. If this belief The father metaphor is reflected in school dropouts, the Father (Mt 23:9). is purged from liturgical language, The word father can be as a met- substance abuse, teen pregnancy, then in practice, God the Father is aphor. The universal notion of father nefarious behavior against teach- Father in the Gospels dead, and Jesus Christ is his Only is an essential part of mythology and ers in public schools, and crime In the Christian Scriptures, Jesus Son. Christianity collapses as does religions. Zeus is the “Father of the and violence in the streets. Father- addresses his Abba, the intimate form the Catholic faith. gods,” and Abraham, “Our Father in absence contributes to of his very dear Father, Faith.” In America, George Washing- social problems, emotional connoting their intimate The Triune God ton is the “Father of Our Country,” dereliction, male aggres- relationship. When did On June 15, the Church cel- and John Barry, the “Father of the sion, and low academic Jesus pray to his Father? ebrates the feast of the Most Holy American Navy.” In India, Mahatmas achievement. Some have He prayed before making Trinity. When we Christians confess Gandhi is the “Father of the Nation;” blamed the collapse of the a decision, after apostolic our belief in the Triune God, we are Nelson Mandela is “Father of South father-figure on the Freud- work, before the Lord’s recapitulating the entire Christian Africa.” These ‘fathers’ are defined ian Oedipus-complex. Four out of Prayer, in Gethsemane, mystery of salvation; in fact, we are metaphorically as the authorities of 10, now live and on the cross (Lk 6; summarizing the entire Christian the titles accorded to them. We have The biblical Father-God 12; 5:15-16; 11:1; Lk 2:41; mystery of salvation. To confirm phrases such as Father Time, Father In his book, The apart from 23:34, 46). In the Johan- our belief in the Tri-personal God, Thames, Founding Fathers, Fathers of God of Jesus Christ, Walter their fathers nine Gospel alone, the Christians recite the Creed. In the the Church. In classical music, Franz Kasper writes that “the re- Father is mentioned about Holy Spirit, we human persons are Joseph Haydn is not only the “Father lation of father-child is not 110 times. What did the accepted into the communion of of the String Quartet” but also “Fa- only an inalienable aspect Father mean to Jesus? The love that exists between Father and ther of the Classical Symphony.” of being human, but it Gospel’s entire chapter 17 Son” (Kasper, 244-5). The Holy Spirit also cannot be replaced by expresses their mutual love makes possible our incorporation Collapse of the father other relations; father is a in which men and women into the love of the Triune God. In this country, life without primal word in the history of human- are invited to share. If the word Fa- Perhaps the most consoling fathers is now established as a major ity and religion. It cannot be replaced ther is purged from the Gospels, then and most beautiful truth about the social concern. More than 27 million by another concept and cannot be in practice, God the Father is dead, Trinitarian dogma is captured by St. children, four out of 10, now live translated into another concept” and Jesus Christ is his Only Son. Paul who presses the Corinthians and apart from their fathers, and half of (138). The same holds true of the the extended Christian community: them do not see them. In most TV mother-child relationship. Father and Father in liturgical prayer “Didn’t you realize that you were sitcoms, if a father is present, he is mother are primary words incapable The biblical belief in the Fa- God’s temple and that the Spirit of portrayed as a bumbling, aloof, and of being reduced or replaced. therhood of men and women has God was living among you? If any- God, the mystery beyond all been revealed to us. Jesus taught his body should destroy the temple of mysteries, transcends gender and disciples to pray “The Lord’s Prayer” God, God will destroy him, because human language. 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acey was a senior in St. Vincent that such children are with God as full- de Paul Catholic High School in grown saints. I recommend that their Perryville, MO. She belonged to THE GRACE OF parents name the children and pray to the National Honor Society and them daily. Many such parents have told Kacademically, ranked near the top of her me that they don’t know if their child class. She was active in the Spanish and BEING CATHOLIC is a boy or girl. I suggest: “Pray and ask Drama Clubs at school and in 4-H as your child!” well as a team member of the Luke 18 Fr. Oscar Lukefahr, CM After Mass, a mother, who was Youth Retreat Movement. visiting the shrine with her family, said Our Kacey was also battling Hodgkin’s that she’d had two miscarriages. She lymphoma. For two years, like many other areas, Kacey was a leader. Her class- took an “Unbaptized Saints” paper for young people with this kind of cancer, mates did consider how her life on earth herself, and another for her sister who she had her ups and downs, seeming ended, then remembered her at the May had suffered four miscarriages. Two days remissions and subsequent setbacks. As Procession by wearing purple ribbons in later I received an Email: “I shared those her 18th birthday drew near, she said her honor. papers about miscarriage with my sister. that all she wanted was to watch Harry Revelation 5:8 states that those in She and her husband prayed and found Potter movies with her classmates. heaven offer our prayers like incense to out they had three girls and a boy. They Kacey died on her birthday, Nov. God. They pray with us and for us. I cel- named the four children, and were 29, 2013. Her wake service was held in ebrated Mass at the Shrine church on the brought such joy in doing so. When St. Vincent de Paul Church, and her morning of the May Procession. As Mass they were going to tell their children casket remained in the church over- ended, I invited those present to join us their names, her little five-year-old said night. Not alone, the entire senior class for the procession, and promised that to them, ‘Mommy we have three girls of 39 students stayed there, and watched we’d have a special guest from heaven. I and a boy in heaven.’ She had not told Harry Potter movies all night long! meant Kacey, of course, and I am cer- them if they were boys or girls. This of This took on a personal note for tain that she was with us, joining in our course brought her to tears and seemed me at the annual May Procession in prayers and hymns, and offering them like that was a sign that they were honor of our Lady of the Miraculous like incense to God. correct.” Medal. This procession has been a Per- Kacey is outside our space and time, There is indeed a Communion of ryville tradition for generations. On but she is one of the witnesses who can Saints. We do have connections! the first Sunday of May, hundreds of help us as we run our race of life toward townspeople and visitors walk from the Jesus. These witnesses don’t just watch. Jesus and the saints Shrine church to Mary’s grotto, praying When we turn to them, they are present I’m often asked by people who are the rosary, singing hymns, and enjoying through the Communion of Saints to as- not Catholic why we pray to Mary and God’s handiwork in the beauty of trees, sist us by prayer and loving care. the saints. Why don’t we just pray to shrubbery, and flowers. We should “imitate their faith.” God? I quote the Scripture verses cited As the crowd gathered before the Kacey teaches us courage in life and in earlier and explain how our beliefs are church, I saw some high school seniors the face of death. She has two favorite rooted in Scripture and in human expe- in their caps and gowns. I commended Bible verses that speak of her trust in Je- rience. Even more important, I point out them for staying with Kacey all night af- sus and in God’s constant presence. The how we pray to the saints because we ter her wake service. I told them: “Kacey first is Deuteronomy 31:6—“Be strong want to imitate Jesus. watched those movies with you. She was and courageous. Do not be afraid or Jesus prayed to his Father, and he there in her new spiritual body.” (see 1 fearful, for the Lord your God goes with talked to saints, to Moses and Elijah on Cor 15). They immediately replied, “We you; he will never leave you or forsake the Mount of Transfiguration. (Lk 9:28- HEAVENLY knew that!” you.” The second is Philippians 4:13—“I 35) Jesus sent saints to help believers can do all things through Christ who on earth. Matthew’s Gospel states that Human experience strengthens me.” when Jesus died on the cross, there was connections Human experience mirrors what I sometimes get upset when things an earthquake. Tombs of saints were the Bible teaches. The Letter to the go wrong, things that are insignificant split open, and “coming forth from Hebrews talks about the great heroes of compared to Hodgkin’s lymphoma. their tombs after his resurrection, they times past, and describes them as wit- Since a friend told me about Kacey’s entered the holy city and appeared to nesses of our lives here on favorite Scripture verses, I’ve tried to many” (Mt 27:30-33). earth. “Therefore, since we pray them as a way of turning to God for Those saints, whose tombs had are surrounded by so great strength and peace. been split open, must have rejoiced at a cloud of witnesses, let us the opportunity to announce to friends also lay aside every weight Unbaptized saints on earth the good news of Christ’s resur- and the sin that clings so The first Sunday of May, with its rection. Kacey must have rejoiced to join closely, and let us run with May Procession, had me thinking about her classmates, parents, and friends at perseverance the race that the Communion of Saints, and our the May procession, and by her pres- is set before us, looking connections with one another through ence to announce that Christ’s resurrec- to Jesus the pioneer and God’s grace and love. The following tion gives life to those who follow him. perfecter of our faith” (Heb Sunday, Mother’s Day, spotlighted an- Further, all those in heaven must rejoice 12:1-2). other aspect of this beautiful truth of our when we turn to them and allow them Those students in- Faith. During my homily, which focused the happiness of helping us on our way stinctively grasped the Bible on the Gospel and its message about Je- to heaven. We pray that we may experi- truth that death is not an sus as our Good Shepherd, I mentioned ence the joy that Kacey and all those end. It is a doorway to new how mothers, like shepherds, are signs of in heaven, including the “unbaptized life, and it does not end the Christ’s love. I pointed out how Mother’s saints,” now feel. We pray that the con- relationship between those Day is a time to thank God that moth- nections God gives us now through the in heaven and those on ers, especially our Blessed Mother, are Communion of Saints will be forever earth. Kacey was a witness signs of Christ’s sheltering and protec- unbroken. of the love of her class- tive care. There were a lot of graduations last mates, and she was watch- I also mentioned how many moth- month. Kacey’s class graduated on May ing Harry Potter with them! ers, especially on Mother’s Day, feel pain 23, 2014. Kacey was honored as a mem- Hebrews 13:8 says: as Mary did at the foot of the cross. They ber of the class. I’m sure she was there “Remember your leaders feel this pain because they too have lost smiling with her classmates. who spoke the word of God a child, through death or miscarriage. It is a great thing to graduate to you. Consider how their At the end of Mass I invited people to from high school and move on to new lives ended, and imitate pick up copies of a paper I’ve written, challenges. It’s a much greater thing to their faith.” In the Luke 18 “Unbaptized Saints,” on the destiny of “graduate” from life on earth and move movement and in many miscarried babies. The paper explains on to eternal joy! ©TM