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SOUTH BEND — “Family” is a word used by many to describe life at Saint Joseph High School, and now Special Mass Sept. 23 the family has a new home. A South Bend fixture for 59 years at the corner of Angela and North Michigan, Mass celebrated for those Saint Joseph High School opened its new doors at with disabilities 453 North Notre Dame Ave. with the official dedica- tion Aug. 25. Page 3 From the 50-yard line on Father Bly Field, Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades blessed all those in attendance, those who worked on the con- struction, the new building and the field itself. College and careers “Today, we will invoke More God’s blessing on this photos are Forging a path new high school, named in available on page 4, 24 Pages 14-18 honor of the holy carpen- and diocesefwsb.org ter of Nazareth, St. Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus, our Divine Teacher,” said Bishop Rhoades as he addressed those gathered in the bleachers. “In this Tallying preseason new high school, for many years to come, our young people will pursue human learning and culture and sports will learn the truth of the Gospel and how to live it in their daily lives.” ICCL and CYO games Principal Susan Richter, a member of the Saint Page 21 Joe family as a teacher and administrator for 17 years, recalled the day Bishop Rhoades gave his approval to go ahead with the capital campaign and KEVIN HAGGENJOS to begin construction on the new school. Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades offers a blessing during the dedication ceremony of the new Saint “I came to this site in the early evening and stood No issue Sept. 16 Joseph High School. At right is Mayor Pete Buttigieg, mayor of South Bend and Saint Joseph DEDICATE, PAGE 10 alum. At left is Father Terrence Coonan, chaplain for the school. Next publication Sept. 23 ANNUAL BISHOP’S APPEAL Courts urged not to dismiss LAUNCHED Catholic lawsuits against HHS mandate premature and that the plaintiffs had no stand- BY NANCY FRAZIER O’BRIEN ing to challenge the Department of Health and Human Services’ mandate. WASHINGTON (CNS) — In a dozen courts “This case is about important rights to reli- around the country, attorneys representing gious freedom protected by our founders under more than 40 Catholic dioceses or institutions the First Amendment, assured by Congress have filed briefs arguing against the federal under the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, government’s call to dismiss lawsuits against but trampled by Defendants under haphazard SEAN MCBRIDE its contraceptive mandate. rulemaking,” says the 36-page brief filed on Diocesan Development Director Harry The Catholic entities are seeking to over- behalf of the University of Notre Dame. turn a requirement that most religious employ- Forty-three Catholic dioceses, schools, Verhiley speaks with St. John the Baptist ers provide contraceptives and sterilization to hospitals, social service agencies and other pastor Father Cyril Fernandes at the their employees. institutions initially filed suit in federal court The simultaneous filings Aug. 27 were May 21 to stop three government agencies Annual Bishop’s Appeal kickoff dinner in in response to an Aug. 6 brief in which the from implementing a mandate that would Fort Wayne on Wednesday, Aug. 29. Obama administration asked the courts to summarily dismiss the suits, saying they were HHS, PAGE 3 2 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC September 9, 2012 TODAY’S CATHOLIC

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EDITOR: Tim Johnson A scene from Pentecost is depicted NEWS EDITOR and STAFF WRITER: Kay Cozad IN TRUTH in a stained-glass window at St. Editorial Department AND Therese of Lisieux PAGE DESIGNER: Francie Hogan Church in Montauk, FREELANCE WRITERS: Lauren Caggiano, CHARITY N.Y. The feast marks Michelle Castleman, Karen Clifford, the occasion of the BY BISHOP KEVIN C. RHOADES Bonnie Elberson, Denise Fedorow, descent of the Holy Diane Freeby, May Lee Johnson, Sister Spirit upon the Margie Lavonis, CSC, Joe Kozinski, apostles 50 days ne of my favorite hymns is Come Vince LaBarbera and Deb Wagner after Christ’s resur- Holy Ghost, especially when it rection. Bishop Kevin is sung with fervor at the begin- C. Rhoades, celebrat- Business Department Oning of Mass. The words of the hymn are ing Mass at the BUSINESS MANAGER: Sean McBride attributed to Archbishop Rabanus Maurus, th University of Saint AD GRAPHICS DIRECTOR: Mark Weber a 9 century theologian and Archbishop Francis on Aug. 29, BOOKKEEPING/CIRCULATION: Kathy Voirol of Mainz, Germany. The music of the and other schools, hymn was composed by Jesuit Father [email protected] asked the Holy Spirit Louis Lambillotte in the 19th century. We to fill the academic Advertising Sales often sing this hymn at Pentecost and at Confirmation Masses, as well as at the communities with Tess Steffen (Fort Wayne area) His manifold gifts, (260) 456-2824 beginning of new academic years. These past few weeks students have especially the gifts of Jeanette Simon (South Bend area) returned back to school throughout our wisdom, knowledge (574) 234-0687 diocese. I have enjoyed celebrating Masses and understanding. Web site: www.todayscatholicnews.org opening the academic year at Holy Cross “I have reflected on College, at the University of Saint Francis, the words of Jesus Published weekly except the fourth at IPFW, and at Saint Louis Academy, to the disciples: Sunday in June, second and fourth New Haven. And, of course, with great The Holy Spirit, the weeks in July and August, the first, joy, I presided at the dedication and bless- Counsellor, whom third and fifth weeks of September and last week in December by the Diocese ing of our new Saint Joseph High School the Father will of Fort Wayne-South Bend, 1103 S. in South Bend. send in My name, Calhoun St., P.O. Box 390, Fort Wayne, During these opening days of school, will teach you all IN 46801. Periodicals postage paid at I have asked the Holy Spirit to fill our things,” he writes in Fort Wayne, IN, and additional mailing academic communities with His mani- this week’s In Truth office. fold gifts, especially the gifts of wisdom, and Charity column. knowledge, and understanding. I have CNS PHOTO/GREGORY A. SHEMITZ, LONG ISLAND CATHOLIC POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: reflected on the words of Jesus to the dis- Today’s Catholic, P.O. Box 11169, Fort ciples: The Holy Spirit, the Counsellor, Wayne, IN 46856-1169 or email: whom the Father will send in my name, until they rest in You. This is a great truth. immediate desires, to idols like power, [email protected]. will teach you all things. God must be the One toward whom we money, unbridled pleasure” and other In speaking to our students, I invited constantly journey if our lives are to have entrapments that stifle our “inborn voca- MAIN OFFICE: 915 S. Clinton St., Fort them to take some time every day to lis- real meaning. tion to love.” Wayne, IN 46802. Telephone (260) ten to the Divine Teacher, the Lord Jesus, One of the great benefits of studying Pope Benedict XVI said the following 456-2824. Fax: (260) 744-1473. at a Catholic university is the opportunity to young people: “God gives us the com- BUREAU OFFICE: 1328 Dragoon Trail, through prayer. Amidst the noise and activity of daily life, we should not be to pursue and contemplate truth through mandments because He wants to teach us Mishawaka, IN 46544. Telephone (574) faith and reason, and thus the whole truth true freedom. He wants to build a kingdom 234-0687. Fax (574) 830-1042. afraid of silence and stillness. The Holy Spirit will indeed teach us if we listen to about creation, nature, the human person, of love, justice and peace together with us. and God. There is the opportunity for When we listen to the commandments and News deadline is the Monday morning Him, if we pray, if we allow the Word of before publication date. Advertising God to shape us and our life’s journey. spiritual and intellectual growth. In a cul- put them into practice, it does not mean deadline is nine days before publica- I’d like to share with you some excerpts ture of increasing secularism, where God that we have become estranged from our- tion date. from my homily at the University of Saint is often ignored and unknown, you are selves, but that we find the way to freedom Francis last week: able to pursue the truth and delve into the and authentic love. The commandments do Today’s Catholic may be reached at : What happens when we make time for deeper questions that deal with the mean- not place limits on happiness, but rather Today’s Catholic, God, when we have a spiritual life? We ing and purpose of life. 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I invite you “In an age of a growing mentality of authenticity. to begin this new year with determination relativism, which holds that everything is The Holy Spirit will teach you all to grow not only intellectually, but also equally valid, that truth and absolute points things. I pray that all our students, at what- spiritually, through daily contact with God. of reference do not exist,” you are able to ever level of their education, will be open The Word of God shows us the authentic see the flaws of such a mentality, the false- to the Spirit of Truth. I have been encour- way to live when we listen to that Word hood of the relativism that leads to “insta- aging all our children and young people and open ourselves to the light of the Holy bility, confusion, and blind conformity to to make time for prayer so as to grow in Spirit. … the fads of the moment” (Pope Benedict faith through personal contact with God. God alone can fill the deepest aspi- XVI, August 6, 2012). In an authentically This is important for all of us since what rations of our hearts. Saint Augustine Catholic university, one learns the way God wants most of each one of us is that learned this after many years living apart to true freedom, one that is not “detached we become holy. The secret of true joy is from God. In the account of his conversion from values, rules and objective norms” friendship with Jesus Christ and openness in his great book, The Confessions, Saint (Pope Benedict XVI, March 28, 2010). to the power of the Holy Spirit! Augustine wrote: O God, you have made Without God in our life, we can so eas- us for Yourself, and our hearts are restless ily become slaves to ourselves, “to our September 9, 2012 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC 3

Special Mass offered for those Public Schedule of with disabilities biShoP Kevin c. RhoadeS • Monday, Sept. 10, 9 a.m. — Meeting of USCCB Committee BY KAY COZAD called to use with educational on Doctrine, Washington, DC their gifts and and catecheti- • Monday, Sept. 10, 12:30 p.m. — Meeting of USCCB advance the king- Bus transportation cal elements, to Committee on Laity, Marriage, Family Life and Youth, SOUTH BEND — A special dom,” Glowaski offered move forward. Washington, D.C. Mass for those with disabili- says. “We need A newly • Tuesday, Sept. 11 and Wednesday, Sept. 12 — Meeting of ties, their families, friends and everyone and we For those who live in Fort formed advisory USCCB Administrative Committee, Washington, D.C. caregivers will be celebrated by need their gifts,” Wayne and surrounding area with board, boasting • Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2 p.m. — Celebrant and Homilist Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades at St. she continues, no other means of transportation, a membership of of Opening Mass of Academic Year of John Paul II Pontifical Matthew Cathedral in South Bend “Those with wishing to attend this special Mass, parents, persons Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family, Catholic University on Sept. 23. Sponsored by the disabilities have a chartered bus provided by the with disabilities, of America, Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Diocese of Fort Wayne-South specific and spe- diocese is available by reservation school principals Conception Bend Office of Evangelization cial knowledge only. Space is limited and there and professionals • Saturday, Sept. 15, 9:30 a.m. — Mass at “Arise” Diocesan and Special Ministries. The Mass, about God’s is a $20 fee per person. Deadline from the broader Women’s Conference, Century Center, South Bend which will celebrate the life and love because for reservations, with forms and community, has • Saturday, Sept. 15, 4 p.m. — Mass and Conferral of Religious dignity of each person and rec- of their experi- payment, is Sept. 17. The bus will recently met Awards for Boy Scouts, Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, University ognize that those with disabilities ence of God in board at 10 a.m. at the University to guide the of Notre Dame offer a profound witness of faith, their suffering, of Saint Francis and return at 6:30 formation of • Sunday, Sept. 16, 11 a.m. — Mass at Saint John the Baptist begins at 1:30 p.m. and is open to and also in their p.m. For more information con- this endeavor. Church, South Bend everyone. many triumphs tact Mary at (260) 399-1458 or They hope to • Sunday, Sept. 16, 3 p.m. — Blessing of Addition to Sanctuary Secretariat for Evangelization and accomplish- [email protected]. Visit inspire the inclu- at Holy Cross, South Bend and Special Ministries Mary ments.” www.diocesefwsb.org/disabilities- sion of a simple • Monday, Sept. 17, 10 a.m. — Meeting of Bishop’s Cabinet, Glowaski, reports that the ministry The cel- mass to download forms. question into Archbishop Noll Center, Fort Wayne for those with disabilities in the ebration of the all parish level • Tuesday, Sept. 18, 1 p.m. — Meeting of Diocesan Finance diocese has been developing in ear- Eucharist is the activity planning Council, Holiday Inn Express, Warsaw nest recently, driven by a pastoral ultimate expres- — “How will • Tuesday, Sept. 18, 6 p.m. — Meeting of Diocesan Review letter written by the United States sion of love and we include and Board, Wyndam Garden, Warsaw Conference of Catholic Bishops in Glowaski hopes that the Mass for embrace our disabled brothers and • Wednesday, Sept. 19, 10:30 a.m. — Presbyterate Meeting, 1978, which, she stresses, is still those with disabilities will be a wit- sisters and their gifts?” Sacred Heart Parish, Warsaw relevant today. ness to parishes and those who wor- Glowaski is empowered by • Thursday, Sept. 20, 6 p.m. — Mass for Saint Vincent de Paul “It emphasizes full and meaning- ship within them to revision ways to Bishop Rhoades’ support of this Society, Saint Joseph Church, South Bend ful participation for everyone in the embrace all people. endeavor and says, “His leader- • Friday, Sept. 21, 12 p.m. — Mass and Meeting with Board Church,” says Glowaski, adding that “Some of our disabled brothers ship in this should inspire all of us of Catholic Community Foundation, Blessed John Paul II Center, the National Catholic Partnership on and sisters have expressed that they to look around and see who is not Mishawaka Disabilities is the office that assists don’t always feel welcome in our at our Eucharistic tables. Is it the the diocese with ministry formation. Church. We have a responsibility to disabled, those who have mental Its guidance and support have been look for ways to not only welcome illness, autism, Down syndrome, invaluable as the ministry grows. them, but embrace them and their those in wheelchairs? God has pro- Glowaski says she hopes this gifts,” emphasizes Glowaski. vided us with everything we need Mass will help those with disabili- According to the Office of to be communities of inclusion ’ ties “know they matter in a profound Evangelization and Special and expressions of His love. The and definite way to the bishop and Ministries, recent parish survey Gospels call and challenge us to be TODAY S CATHOLIC to the diocese.” results have laid the groundwork creative, to invite, to revision and “Everyone is called to be a for this special ministry, which will embrace our brothers and sisters meaningful part of the Church, serve people from birth to death with disabilities.”

In addition, the government fines annually, Affleck-Graves argues that the final rule on the said. The school has already f HHS mandate will likely be amended placed $1 million in reserve to before it takes effect in August pay costs and fines associated Li e CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 2013. with the mandate, he said. The University of Notre Dame Notre Dame also estimates argues in its brief that the federal that it will spend up to $50,000 require them to cover contracep- government’s “plans to make in the next two months alone for WE WANT YOUR STORIES ... tives and sterilization in their some as-yet-undefined amend- actuarial services to determine health plans. The Diocese of ment to the U.S. government the impact of the contraceptive Peoria, Ill., and Catholic Charities mandate does not deprive Notre mandate. Today’s Catholic Life, a new magazine coming in of Chicago have since joined the Dame of its ability to challenge In a similar brief, the November, is seeking stories for its premiere issue: lawsuits. the law as it exists now, particu- Archdiocese of Washington said Catholic organizations have larly where, as here, it is impos- it could incur penalties of nearly Christmas Traditions. objected to the contraceptive man- ing both imminent and current $145 million a year, “simply for date since it was announced Aug. harms.” practicing our faith,” or could be 1, 2011, by Kathleen Sebelius, Included with the Notre Dame forced to cancel health insurance Readers are invited to submit favorite family recipes HHS secretary. Unless they are brief was a sworn deposition by benefits for its 4,000 archdiocesan subject to a narrow religious John Affleck-Graves, executive employees and their dependents. for a special feature in this first edition. exemption or have a grandfathered vice president of the university, “Either scenario is unthink- Stories about holiday customs and traditions from a health plan, employers will be who said the school’s budget for able, and planning for such action required to pay for sterilizations fiscal year 2013 had to be final- is itself a grave burden, but in variety of cultures are also being requested. and contraceptives, including some ized by October 2012. either case the mandate’s impact abortion-inducing drugs, as part of “Before its next budget is would be so severe that the arch- their health coverage. finalized in the coming months, diocese must begin to prepare Limit submissions to 250 words or less In the briefs, filed by Jones Notre Dame will have to make now,” the archdiocese said in a and mail to Day, an international law firm difficult decisions about whether news release. with more than 2,400 attorneys on to budget for the potential of sig- “More important than the man- Today’s Catholic Life five continents, the dioceses and nificant fines if it cannot, for any date’s financial burden, though, P.O. Box 11169 Catholic institutions rebut argu- number of reasons, comply with is the blow it strikes to the fun- ments that the courts should not the mandate’s requirement that it damental issue of religious free- Fort Wayne, IN 46856 hear the cases because a “tem- provide the objectionable services dom,” it added. “The Constitution or email to porary enforcement safe harbor” in the next plan years,” the depo- allows for the full exercise of protects them from immediate sition said. faith in the public square by min- [email protected] before Oct. 1, 2012. government action against them With about 4,500 full-time istries that translate belief into if they fail to comply with the employees, the university could action, serving millions of people mandate. face approximately $9 million in every day.” 4 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC September 9, 2012 A house becomes a home Recollections from the through the crowded hallways.” words sum up his thoughts on Upperclassmen laughed the new school. first day of school in about getting lost and expressed “A true miracle!” he stated appreciation for being in the without hesitation. “Compared the new Saint Joseph new school. to the old high school, which “I was really excited about we loved, this is just unbeliev- High School the new environment and able! The things that are avail- atmosphere,” said junior Hali able to the students: the tech- BY DIANE FREEBY Barany. “Just walking in, it’s so nology, the sports facilities, the much more open. And of course extra curricular activities, just I enjoy the air conditioning!” the environment looking out Junior Nicole Francoeur across the city, the view of the SOUTH BEND — The “house” didn’t hesitate when asked what sports field … it’s just tremen- at 453 North Notre Dame Ave. part of the school she likes best. dous!” became “home” last week as “The gym!” the two-sport “I love the fact that we’re students arrived for the first athlete replied with a big grin. still a city high school, and that day of classes at the new Saint “I love the gym so much! We we didn’t move out to the sub- Joseph High School in South got our first volleyball win urbs,” added government teach- Bend. Seven years in the mak- there last night!” er Henry Chandler, class of ing, the school is nearly filled Magda Rzeszutek attended ’67 and entering his 33rd year to its 900-student capacity. an intensive summer program DIANE FREEBY of teaching at Saint Joseph. “I Seniors expressed the same at Loyola Univesity in Chicago From left, Saint Joseph High School juniors Elena Gursky, Maureen think it’s a fabulous addition sense of awe as did incoming and she is anxious to apply Wiegand, Sam Devetski, Claire Jilek, Hali Barany and Becca Matthys for the city; we kind of anchor freshmen while they made their some new study techniques as gather at the lunch table on the first day of school at the new facility the southern end of Eddy Street way through busy halls, tried she heads into her junior year. on Notre Dame Avenue. “I was really excited about the new environment and Notre Dame Avenue. The to find their classrooms and “I look at it as a new oppor- and atmosphere,” said junior Hali Barany. “Just walking in, it’s so much social studies rooms especially worked on locker combinations. tunity,” she smiled. “It’s been more open. And of course I enjoy the air conditioning!” have some gorgeous views of “When I walked through the amazing and I’m very excited the city and the football field … door for the first time it was to see what’s coming.” some of the best views in the very daunting, but also very Science teacher Brian everything’s going to work many people have been a part building!” exciting,” beamed Student Body Dolezal graduated from Saint there!” of it. I feel a sense of pride, As assistant principal and President Charlie Hoye. “To Joseph’s High School in 1972 Principal Susan Richter, like but more importantly it’s such boys’ basketball coach Marty actually have the students here and sent his three children there a mother hen, tended to every- a tremendous gift to the Saint Harshman, ’93, made his way is fantastic!” as well. thing from early morning media Joe family. We’ve been blessed through the lunchroom to check “I wasn’t nervous, I can “The bells aren’t quite right requests to finding a band-aid by so many and by the generos- on a table of senior boys, he tell you that!” insisted fresh- yet, but we’re getting there!” for a student with a blister. ity of thousands of people. Not reflected on the old and the man Quynn Hickey, a self- he revealed, as electricians and Arriving at school well before just in the Saint Joe family but new. proclaimed locker expert. “I construction workers continued 5 a.m. (some question whether in the community at large. It’s “I’m like all the other alumni think it’s awesome that we get to work on finishing touches. she went home at all to sleep!), pretty hard to put into words out there who say we wish we to start all four years at the new “It’s confusing but at the same by the first lunch period Richter exactly what this means. It’s were here, going to school in school. I feel special!” time this is just great! The was happy at how well every- overwhelming and still a very this building!” he admitted. “I was terrified!” countered whole building is beautiful and thing was going. emotional day for me!” “I love many things about the her freshman classmate Melissa kids seem to be really locked in “It’s certainly a dream come Feelings of gratitude were old building, but this is a very Brooks. “I knew I was going to to what we’re doing. They seem true,” said Richter, taking a few expressed by several teach- special place. As an employee get lost multiple times, which to be curious about everything. moments to sit down after the ers, many of whom were also here, you’re proud to be a part I have, multiple times now! I’m really anxious to get into first rush of hungry students students themselves at Saint of creating a wonderful build- I’m also nervous about getting the chemistry lab to see how had come and gone. “Many, Joseph’s High School. ing for these current students, Math teacher Joe but more importantly creat- Wisniewski, ’69, says both ing a campus that’s going to he and his wife were born at be around for future Saint Joe Saint Joseph Regional Medical students and also for the city as Center, the previous owner of well. That’s the most gratifying the land now home to Saint thing; knowing we’re laying a Joseph High School, and sent foundation for 100 more years. their five children to Saint Joe I will not be here for 100 years, as well. Wisniewski said three but this place will be!”

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BY VINCE LABARBERA structure together,” reads a cathe- said. “This year’s ABA goal from dral brochure created for the capital the cathedral will be deducted from campaign. “Throughout the years, this capital campaign and all over- FORT WAYNE — When the members of the cathedral have been goal funds raised will be applied magnificent Cathedral of the piecing the ‘stones’ of accomplish- toward our HVAC project,” he Immaculate Conception in down- ment together to make our church explained. town Fort Wayne was dedicated a beautiful place for prayer and Msgr. Schulte said the advanced on Dec. 8, 1860, parishioners worship. From the erection of the phase of the campaign began in probably were proud the 80- by original structure to the most recent July, while the majority of gifts 180-foot structure was heated by remodeling and restoration, our solicited will begin in mid-Septem- two hot-air furnaces. No one ever next and crucial part in the arch of ber. dreamed some day there would be accomplishment is to bring comfort “We hope to generate enthusiasm a way to not only heat the church for all who pray here.” and invite participation of all who but cool and ventilate the vast “The three-year project will be cherish the cathedral and celebrate interior as well. folded into the Annual Bishop’s the Eucharist here,” he added. According to Msgr. Robert Appeal for 2012,” Msgr. Schulte Schulte, rector of the cathedral, the worship facility never has been truly “air conditioned.” When the reno- vation/restoration work was done in 1998, the existing heating and air-conditioning systems, installed 20 years earlier, were reworked to improve operation, ventilation, PARISH FESTIVAL! control, energy efficiency, and to reduce noise and visual intrusion, he Saturday, Sept 15, 2012 indicated. However, then is not now. St. John the Baptist • Fort Wayne Today the system is no longer the state of the art it was 34 years ago, 4500 Fairfield Avenue Msgr. Schulte related. •Children’s Games Noon - 5 pm Air passes over a refrigeration unit that produces a large bank of •Mechanical Bull Riding & Inflatables - Noon - 5 pm ice. The cooled air lasts through Sunday morning Masses, but parish- •Mobile Video Game Theater - 4 - 6 pm ioners attending evening Masses on •Live Auction 6:30 - 7:30 pm Saturday and Sunday often are very uncomfortable. “On warm week- •Silent Auction - 4 - 7:45 pm ends, like we’ve had this summer, the system simply cannot keep up Concessions • Talent Show with the demand,” he said. On the heating side, Msgr. •Beer/Margarita Tent and Casino Games 4 - 10 pm Schulte said when the boiler was shut down during the heat wave last •Ride in “THE COW LIMO” - Noon - 5 pm March in the Midwest, the burner would not start up again and the parish was without heat during the “Nelson’s Port-a-Pit” $10,000 (Total in Prizes) final cold weeks of early spring. VINCE LABARBERA CHICKEN - RIBS 4 - 7:00 pm “The unit has aged, technology has Msgr. Robert Schulte, rector of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Sides by Hall’s Restaurant CASH RAFFLE 9 pm changed and parts no longer are available,” he explained. A retrofit- in Fort Wayne, explains how the current fan-coil ventilators produce a “white ted steam boiler has been created to noise” heard throughout liturgies in the 152-year-old worship facility. Bring the family...Fun is good! get the church and Cathedral Center through a winter or two, but the HVAC system that not only will rent system with estimates ranging heating system has to be replaced. save energy costs but also help from $1.2 to $1.4 million, including Finally, Msgr. Schulte would like preserve and protect the interior art- a new hot water boiler system with Fall Fest! to introduce a fresh-air ventilation work, wood carvings and organ in AC compressors, a heat pump sys- system — in place of air condition- the cathedral,” Msgr. Schulte added. tem, a traditional geothermal system St. Mary of theAssumption ing on cooler days — one that is Late last year parishioners Frank or a geothermal water “pump and DECATUR quieter and, of course, more eco- Bader and Dan Schreck helped dump” system. nomic to operate. The present venti- Msgr. Schulte establish a 15-mem- “The committee created what Saturday & Sunday, Sept 22-23 lation units are quite noisy, running ber committee to study the options we’re calling the ‘Cathedral almost constantly, making it difficult available for a more efficient and Keystone Project,’” Msgr. Schulte Saturday Events for those attending a liturgy to hear reliable heating, cooling and ventila- said. both spoken words and music. tion system. Four contractors have “A keystone, as the center, •Silent Auction: 5:00 - 9:30 PM “We want a good, efficient proposed replacements for the cur- topmost stone of an arch, holds a •Super Bingo: 6:00 PM (Must be 21) •”My Lost Tribe”: 5:00 - 7:00 PM Join us for our old fashioned •”The Birch Band”: 7:00 - 10:00 PM EGE church dinner. Enjoy delicious fried •EVENT TENT: 5:00 -10:00 PM (Must be 21) chicken, homemade noodles, “for Traditional sure” mashed potatoes and gravy, salads, and “Ege style” cole slaw, BINGO Growing in Faith 2012 in the Big Top topped off with homemade pie! •Country Store IMMACULATE •Duck Pond CONCEPTION CHURCH, Ege •Pop Stand Sunday Events County Road 400S •Sno-Cones •Ring Toss •KID’S Games & Activities 12:00 - 4:30 PM 4 miles west of Laotto •Dart Pitch •Chinese Auction: 12:00 - 4:30 PM Fried Chicken SUNDAY, SEPT. 9 BIG RAFFLE & •Corn Hole Tournament: 1:00 PM QUILT •Razz M’ Jazz Dancers: 1:00 PM & HAM Serving the food you love DRAWINGS in air-conditioned comfort 12-5 at 5 PM! •Food Concessions Dinner •CASH RAFFLE: 4:30 PM 6 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC September 9, 2012 Doctrine committee after tests revealed the presence of cancer in his right kidney. The adopts protocol to chemotherapy treatments will begin Sept. 5. Under the regi- respond to theological men, Cardinal George will have questions NewS briefS two weeks of treatments followed by one week with no treatment WASHINGTON (CNS) — The to allow for his immune system U.S. bishops’ Committee on to recover. The treatment sched- Doctrine has developed a pro- ule will continue for the rest of tocol to respond to questions FLOODWATERS SURROUND HOUSES IN BRAITHWAITE, LA the year. Cardinal George met raised about the work of theo- with doctors at Loyola University logians. Approved provisionally Medical Center in Chicago Aug. in September 2011, the protocol 27 after those physicians con- outlines various steps that com- sulted with his doctors at the mittee members and the staff of Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. the Secretariat for Doctrine at It was during this meeting, the the U.S. Conference of Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago said in an Bishops can take when evaluat- Aug. 28 statement, that the che- ing the work of theologians to motherapy treatment plan was set- ensure that the material in ques- tled upon. Test results showed that tion conforms to Church teaching. a nodule on the cardinal’s liver The six-page protocol states that had contained cancerous cells. the committee reserves the right The nodule and surrounding tissue to “seek authorization to publish were removed Aug. 15. “There its statements without the prior does not appear to be cancer in consultation” with a theologian or the liver now,” the archdiocese the theologian’s representative “if said. But tests also revealed can- it judges that intervention is need- cerous cells in Cardinal George’s ed for the pastoral guidance of right kidney. Additional testing the Catholic faithful. Publication “did not conclude with certainty” of any comment, however, must that cancer exists elsewhere in his be approved by the bishops’ body, the archdiocese said, adding Administrative Committee. The that it is impossible to detect can- protocol was approved after the cerous cells in the bloodstream. Committee on Doctrine issued a The archdiocese said the cardinal critique of the book “Quest for the would continue with his regular Living God: Mapping Frontiers in work schedule, but that he would the Theology of God” by Sister cut down on his public schedule Elizabeth A. Johnson, a Sister of on those weeks when he is not St. Joseph who is a professor of receiving treatment as his immune theology at Fordham University. system will be weakened. After a yearlong review, the com- mittee in March 2011 criticized the 2007 book for having “mis- CNS PHOTO/SEAN GARDNER, REUTERS Pope greets new NAC representations, ambiguities and Houses are partially submerged in floodwaters following a levee breach in Braithwaite, seminarians; they errors” related to the Catholic faith. The committee did not meet La., Aug. 31. Parishioners of Assumption of Our Lady Mission in Braithwaite said their respond with song with Sister Elizabeth prior to issu- parish sustained heavy flooding as a result of Hurricane Isaac. ing the critique. In subsequent CASTEL GANDOLFO, Italy written responses in 2011, Sister (CNS) — Wearing new cleri- Elizabeth defended the book, say- cal suits, the 62 new students ing her work was “thoroughly mis- at the Pontifical North American understood and consistently mis- followed Mitt Romney’s accep- ance at the Democratic National your support of this effort, so College received a personal greet- represented” by the committee. A tance speech for the Republican Convention — is “solely as a pas- that the upcoming campaign will ing from Pope Benedict XVI, to statement from the Secretariat for presidential nomination, cast a tor, only to pray, not to endorse remain focused on the critical which they responded in song. Doctrine introducing the protocol wide net. He asked God to bless any party, platform or candidate,” issues facing our nation and not “Dear seminarians, use your time in Origins, the Catholic News those in this country “yet to be according to a statement by Joe on personal attacks,” Cardinal in Rome to conform yourselves Service documentary service, said born” and those at the end of Zwilling, spokesman for the New Dolan said in letters to President more completely to Christ,” the the Committee on Doctrine does their lives. He prayed for families York Archdiocese. The cardinal Barack Obama and Vice President pope told the young men Aug. not consider the protocol as a who have been in this country cleared his activity at both con- Joe Biden, the Democratic ticket, 26 after reciting the Angelus with replacement for the 1989 docu- for generations and recent immi- ventions with the bishops who and Mitt Romney and Rep. Paul them and hundreds of other visi- ment “Doctrinal Responsibilities: grants, soldiers and those looking preside over the dioceses where Ryan, the Republican nominees tors in the courtyard of the papal Approaches to Promoting for jobs. He also prayed for those the conventions are taking place. for president and vice president, villa at Castel Gandolfo. The 62 Cooperation and Resolving “afflicted by the recent storms respectively. The petition on the men — who come from 46 U.S. Misunderstandings Between and drought and fire” and for Cardinal Dolan asks Knights of Columbus website had dioceses, two Australian and one Bishops and Theologians.” That the “grace to stand in solidarity gained more than 20,000 signa- Canadian diocese — sang “Ad document calls for a bishop to with all those who suffer. May presidential candidates tures through Aug. 27. Cardinal Multos Annos” to Pope Benedict, seek an informal conversation to we strive to include your tired, Dolan’s letter said that if the wishing him “many years” in discuss concerns with a theologian your poor, your huddled masses to sign civility petition candidates signed the petition he Latin, and the pope applauded during any review of work. yearning to breathe free, in the would “be most happy to con- in thanks. The pope prayed that production and prosperity of a NEW YORK (CNS) — Cardinal vey” to Supreme Knight Carl A. the seminarians and all Catholics people so richly blessed,” he said. Timothy M. Dolan of New Anderson and to the 1.8 million would “remain faithful to the Lord, Cardinal Dolan closes The cardinal prayed for God’s York invited the Republican and members of the organization “that even when our faith in His teach- out Republican National guidance upon those who govern Democratic candidates for presi- you have chosen to support this ings is tested.” The new students and those who seek public office. dent and vice president to sign a valuable effort.” The cardinal at the North American College, Convention with prayer “Help them remember that the petition seeking civil dialogue and cited the results of a Knights of the seminary in Rome sponsored only just government is the gov- to refrain from personal attacks Columbus-Marist Poll conducted by the U.S. bishops, arrived at the TAMPA, Fla. (CNS) — Cardinal ernment that serves its citizens during the two months remaining July 9-11 that found 78 percent of college Aug. 23 for orientation. A Timothy M. Dolan of New York rather than itself,” he said. He in the campaign leading up to the Americans are “frustrated with the total of 248 seminarians from 97 offered the closing prayer at the also gave thanks for the “sacred November election. The “Civility tone in politics today.” dioceses in the U.S., Canada and end of the Republican National and inalienable gift of life” and in America” petition developed Australia are expected at the col- Convention in Tampa Aug. 30, for the “singular gift of liber- by the Knights of Columbus calls lege this year. In his main Angelus thanking God for “the great gift ty” and prayed for a renewed on candidates, commentators and Cardinal George to start address, Pope Benedict comment- of our beloved country.” Cardinal “respect for religious freedom” media representatives to focus on chemotherapy as tests ed on the Sunday Gospel read- Dolan, president of the U.S. and a “new sense of responsibility the important issues facing the ing about how some followers of Conference of Catholic Bishops, for freedom’s cause.” The cardi- country rather than on individual reveal kidney cancer Jesus abandoned Him when they will also offer the closing prayer nal’s presence at the Republican personalities. “I am writing to could not understand or accept His at the Democratic National National Convention — and you and to the other candidates CHICAGO (CNS) — Cardinal teachings. Convention Sept. 6 in Charlotte, his similarly scheduled appear- for president and vice president Francis E. George of Chicago will N.C. The cardinal’s prayer, which of this great nation to ask for undergo a chemotherapy regimen September 9, 2012 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 7

South Bend area Red Shine,” to be held on Thursday, Sept. 13, at the Gillespie Center Mass set for Sept. 26 at the Hilton Garden Inn, South Bend. The dinner, which begins NOTRE DAME — Bishop Kevin at 5:30 p.m., is an opportunity to C. Rhoades, the Notre Dame Law Around the dioceSe shine a light on the tremendous School, the Department of Political work of the Christ Child Society Science and the members of the Red as well as on those who make that Mass Committee invite all lawyers, effort possible. judges and civil government officials Valley Screen Process, a leader in of the community to the annual Red BISHOP REDEDICATES, BLESSES SAINT JOSEPH VNA HOME CARE the design and production of custom Mass. decorative graphics since 1967, has The Red Mass will take place been a longtime supporter of Christ at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Child’s Clothe-a-Child campaign. on the campus of the University of Starting out as a small company with Notre Dame, on Wednesday, Sept. only six employees, Valley Screen 26, at 5:15 p.m. A reception will now serve diverse customers and follow at the Eck Hall of Law, Eck markets, and includes three divi- Commons (second floor). Those sions. For almost 20 years, this fam- wishing to attend are requested to ily business has donated the printing email the diocesan office at haust- and die cutting of thousands of paper [email protected]. doll cutouts that are sold through This ancient custom marks the generous retailers and financial insti- opening of the judicial year by invok- tutions each fall in South Bend and ing divine guidance and strength on Mishawaka. All profits go directly all those who serve the law. to the purchase of new clothing for needy children of St. Joseph County. Red Mass celebrated The South Bend Chapter of in Fort Wayne Oct. 3 the Christ Child Society, serving the needs of children since 1947, FORT WAYNE — Bishop Kevin includes over 500 members and is C. Rhoades extends an invitation to run entirely by volunteers. lawyers, judges and civil government For more information, call officials in the Fort Wayne area to Elizabeth Barrett at (574) 286-9047. attend the Red Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on DIANE FREEBY Poetry reading, Wednesday, Oct. 3, at 5:30 p.m. Richard W. Garnett, professor of Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades meets baby Joseph and his mom Jenny Derham who is the reception at the PHJC law at the University of Notre Dame physical therapy manager for Saint Joseph VNA Home Care, a certified home health- Ministry Center School of Law, will speak after a dinner held at the Archbishop Noll care agency celebrating 110 years of service to the community. Bishop Rhoades was on DONALDSON — Enjoy an Catholic Center following the Mass. hand Aug. 27 for the rededication and blessing of the Mishawaka facility. He praised the evening of poetry and music His topic will be “Religious Freedom at the Lindenwood Retreat and in the American Tradition.” Law nurses and administrators for their ministry. “It is a beautiful vocation in which you’re Conference Center at the PHJC professionals can earn 1.0 CLE and called to see in every patient the image of God,” said Bishop Rhoades. Founded in 1902, Ministry Center on Tuesday, Sept. 1.0 CJE credits. 18, from 6:30-8 p.m. Everyone is Garnett is associate dean for fac- Saint Joseph VNA is part of the Trinity Health Organization, which is the fourth largest invited. ulty research and professor of law Catholic health care organization in the country. In May 2012 a poetry con- and concurrent professor of political test was held inviting people of science at the University of Notre all ages to participate. On Sept. Dame. Garnett teaches and writes 18, the award winners will be about the freedoms of speech, asso- that represents a rosary. A gravel allow underserved women, ages ing (574) 472-6354, or by visit- announced, presented their prize ciation and religion, and also about pathway, large stones to represent 40–49, to receive free mammogram ing www.sjmed.com/ways-to-give. and all participants honored. constitutional law more generally. Hail Marys, colorful gazing balls or cervical cancer screenings. Since Select the ‘Foundation Events’ link Earthworks will provide light He is the founding director of to represent Our Fathers, a statue March 2003, more than 4,000 free in the side column. For more infor- food for the reception and the Pare Notre Dame Law School’s new pro- of Mary, and a crucifix of Jesus mammograms have been provided mation on the Secret Sisters Society, Family will perform on the harp gram in Church, State and Society, were used for the project. A box or scheduled as a result of the lun- visit www.womenstaskforce.org . and violin during the event. an interdisciplinary project that was built to house information on cheon and style show. The event The Poetry Reception is an focuses on the role of religious insti- how to pray the rosary as well. celebrates survivorship, provides Knights of Columbus intergenerational event, open to tutions, communities, and authorities The community may use the trail education regarding the importance hosts bus trip all ages and sponsored by the in the social order. for prayer, mediation or exercise. of early detection, and raises funds Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ Garnett clerked for the late Chief During a special Court of Honor to ensure that all women seeking GRANGER — The Knights of Ministry Center. at St. Joseph Church in Bluffton, to be proactive and responsible for Justice of the United States, William Columbus Council 4263 will host H. Rehnquist, during the court’s on Sept. 23, Butler, who is cur- their health are able to receive life- a bus trip to Wrigley Field on Speech team awarded 1996 term and also for the late Chief rently studying secondary science saving cancer screenings. Tricia Thursday, Sept. 20, for the Cubs Judge of the United States Court education at Butler University Sloma of WNDU, and Dr. Michael vs. the Reds baseball game. Cost of membership in National of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit, in Indianapolis, will receive her Method, medical oncologist and $46 includes coffee and rolls prior Forensic League Richard S. Arnold. award. She is the daughter of medical advisor to the task force, to leaving the St. Pius X parking The suggested donation for the David and Carol Butler. will co-emcee the event. In addition, lot, transportation with bus leaving FORT WAYNE — The Bishop dinner is $20 and payable to the all models in the style show are can- St. Pius X at 10 a.m., door prizes, Dwenger High School Speech Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. Secret Sisters Society cer survivors — each demonstrating raffle, peanuts and bottled water Team has been awarded char- RSVPs are requested by Sept. 26. Luncheon and Style a true testament to strength and per- upon arrival. Seats are reserved. ter membership in the National severance. The luncheon and style For information or to purchase Forensic League (NFL). Charter Robin Butler earns gold Show set for Sept. 12 show is open to anyone, but seating tickets contact Joe Stackowicz at membership is the highest level is limited. Individual reservations (574) 272-1565. of membership in the NFL, and award, highest in Girl MISHAWAKA — The 11th annu- are $35, and patron tables or other reflects sustained commitment to Scouts al Secret Sisters Society Luncheon sponsorships are still available. Heart of a Child awarded speech and debate education over and Style Show, a stylish event Donations are also being accept- several years. BLUFFTON — Robin Sinclair which raises funds to assist under- ed from members of the community to Valley Screen Process Under the guidance of coach served women receive life-sav- that are not able to attend the lun- Tim Leffers, and assistant coaches Butler earned the Gold Award, the SOUTH BEND — The Christ highest award in Girl Scouting, on ing cancer screenings, will take cheon. By donating $50 or more, Chad Chenowith, Emily Didrick place Wednesday, Sept. 12, at individuals can become a Secret Child Society of South Bend has and Marin Tierney, approximately Aug. 9. announced that Valley Screen Butler’s project focused on the University of Notre Dame’s Sisters Society member and help 25 Bishop Dwenger students par- Compton Family Ice Arena at Noon. underserved women gain access Process has been selected as this ticipate in nine meets a year includ- building a prayer path for her year’s recipient of Christ Child parish, St. Joseph Church in Organized by the Women’s Task to mammogram or cervical cancer ing state finals. As members of Force of Saint Joseph Regional screenings. Society’s Heart of a Child Award. the Bishop Dwenger Speech Team, Bluffton and the community by The award will be presented at commemorating a “rosary path” Medical Center, proceeds raised Reservations, inquiries or dona- students are given the opportunity to from the Secret Sisters Society tions can be made by emailing the annual Christ Child Society build their communication, leader- to the Blessed Mother. The path Dinner and Auction “Let Love is a trail through a grove of trees Luncheon and Style Show will [email protected], call- ship and presentation skills. 8 TODAY’S CATHOLIC September 9, 2012 Mary Lou ‘I can get it for you wholesale’ O’Keeffe retires

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FORT WAYNE — Let’s say it is Palm Sunday. Do you ever look at A lifestyle you deserve, the palm leaf in your hand and won- der where it came from? Probably not, but sometime in the process an apartment you of that leaf being picked, packed, shipped, blessed and placed in your palm, Mary Lou O’Keeffe was can afford! involved. For the past 34 years O’Keeffe has worked for the Diocesan (574) 247-4680 Purchasing Agency, an in-house 820 Cleveland Road East, Granger, IN 46530 arm of the business department of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South www.villageatarborwood.com Bend. TTY: (800) 743-3333 Her office buys and supplies anything that a church or school needs, all the way from the varnish that covers the gym floor to the pre- Coming in November ... cious cloth that covers the altar, as well as many other sacramentals — the candles, vestments, wine, hosts Today’s Catholic Life and sacred vessels. In describing the services of KAY COZAD the Purchasing Agency, O’Keeffe Mary Lou O’Keeffe enjoyed memories and best wishes from friends and emphasizes that the office exists coworkers at her retirement party after 34 years of service with the dio- your not to make money, but to save cese. O’Keeffe retired as manager of the Diocesan Purchasing Agency. money — for parishes and schools Notre Dame — and has been doing just that Mary Lou and her husband Joe are longtime members of St. Jude Parish, wedding since the office was established by Fort Wayne. former Bishop Leo A. Pursley, who brought in its first manager, Bob me everything there is to know York City teenager, was tempted to Bangert, who had recently retired about purchasing,” she recalls fond- try out for the Radio City Rockettes, The University of Notre Dame offers a as a purchasing agent for General ly, looking back over 34 years. but somehow, with a day job and beautiful, sophisticated setting perfectly Electric in Fort Wayne. In retirement, O’Keeffe’s buy- night school, she never got that suited to celebrate your wedding at Bangert needed an office ing will be limited to ingredients for chance ... and then one night she any time of year. With distinguished assistant, and being selective and Italian cooking, which she loves, went to a dance at her parish, Our demanding by training and tem- along with reading and watching Lady of Perpetual Help, and met a venues right on campus, it’s the perfect perament, he interviewed seven reruns of Fred and Ginger or Gene guy named Joe, her future husband destination for your reception or women before choosing Mary Lou Kelly’s movies. ... but that’s a different story. entire wedding weekend. O’Keeffe, and after that “he taught She loves dancing, and as a New

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BY KAREN CLIFFORD of Mary Immaculate on Aug. 14, Faith and Culture in Cambridge, Photography by Matthew Whitlock 1957. He studied theology at the Mass., (1987-90). During that time, University of Ottawa, Canada, and he obtained a doctorate of sacred FORT WAYNE was ordained a priest by Bishop theology from the Pontifical Urban — Cardinal Raymond P. Hillinger on Dec. 21, University, Rome (1989). Francis George 1963 at St. Pascal Church. Pope John Paul II appointed him Put Your MoneY to work from the Cardinal George earned a mas- Bishop of Yakima in Washington Archdiocese ter’s degree in philosophy at the on July 10, 1990, and then appoint- NATIONAL 1 of Chicago Catholic University of America in ed him Archbishop of Portland in CATHOLIC will be a pre- Washington, D.C. in 1965 and a Oregon on April 30, 1996. Less Annuities senter at the Our doctorate in American philosophy than a year later, on April 8, 1997, CARDINAL SOCIETY OF Sunday Visitor at Tulane University, New Orleans, Pope John Paul named him the FRANCIS GEORGE FORESTERS IRA AND ROTH Centennial La., in 1970. In 1971, he received eighth Archbishop of Chicago. Home Office: NoN-QUALIFIEd ANd QUALIFIEd, Celebration’s a master’s degree in theology He is the first native Chicagoan to Mt. Prospect, IL SINGLE oR FLEXIBLE PREMIUM “Continuing the Legacy” sympo- from the University of Ottawa in serve as archbishop of Chicago. sium on Friday, Sept. 28, at the Canada. During those years, he also On Jan. 18, 1998, Pope John Grand Wayne Convention Center taught philosophy at the Oblate Paul II announced Archbishop in Fort Wayne. He will speak on Seminary, Pass Christian, Miss. George’s elevation to the Sacred the topic of “Between Scientism (1964-69); Tulane University, College of Cardinals. In November 5.25% 4.75% and Fundamentalism: The Need for New Orleans, La. (1968); and at 2007, Cardinal George was elected 1st Year Rate, 1st Year Rate, a New Catholic Apologetics.” The Creighton University, Omaha, Neb. president of the United States 10-Year Surrender2 7-Year Surrender2 symposium is an invitation only (1969-73). Conference of Catholic Bishops for event. Francis Cardinal George a three-year term, which he com- Cardinal George was born was provincial superior of the pleted in November 2010. CALL todAy! Have a cd Maturing? Have a on Jan. 16, 1937 in Chicago to Midwestern Province for the The public is invited to the Mass low rate savings account? Francis J. and Julia R. (McCarthy) Oblates (1973-74). He was vicar of Thanksgiving and Rededication AdvocAte George. After attending St. Pascal general of the Oblates in Rome at 5 p.m. on the Sept. 28 at the Products / features may not be available in all states. 1-Form # 03SPDA7, Elementary School in Chicago, from 1974-86 and returned to Cathedral of the Immaculate FinAnciAl 03FPDA8, 07S7YR, and 07F7YR. 2-Minimum deposit $5,000. Initial deposits of 260.338.1249 $300-4999 will receive 4.25% 1st year rate. Interest rate guaranteed for the first 12 he attended St. Henry Preparatory the United States to coordinate Conception in Fort Wayne. months from date of issue, subject to change after first year. Guaranteed minimum Seminary in Belleville, Ill. He the Circle of Fellows for the 7.12 AD-ANN rate 3.0%. Surrender fees apply for early withdrawal. entered the Missionary Oblates Cambridge Center for the Study of September 9, 2012 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 9 Saint Mary’s College secondary Education Administration, J. Andrew Prall. “Instruction in the Kathleen Beeler presented as well as a review of English, Intercultural Studies, International humanities transcends cultural lines math and science concepts. The announces new department Development and Modern European and unifies us as a world community.” with citizenship award Tuesday sessions will focus on in Global Studies Culture. critical reading, writing and gram- Students interested in global studies NOTRE DAME — Kathleen mar, while the Thursday sessions Saint Mary’s College among Malone Beeler was presented NOTRE DAME — Saint Mary’s may contact Jill Vihtelic at vihtelic@ will address math and science. saintmarys.edu or (574) 284-4585. ‘Best in the Midwest’ with the Colonel Jack Stephens The class fee is $195 and College begins the 2012-13 year Citizenship Award at a special with a new academic department, NOTRE DAME — The Princeton includes both an ACT text and luncheon at McKenna Hall at the SAT text for the course. The class the Department of Global Studies, USF professor lectures Review has once again listed Saint University of Notre Dame on Aug. which offers a new major and Mary’s College among the best is open to high school students in in Malaysia 21. The luncheon was hosted by the Allen County area. minor in global studies. The col- colleges and universities in the the Michiana Chapter of Military lege has a long history of global FORT WAYNE — Dr. Carl W. Midwest. The education services For more information and reg- Officers Association of America. istration call Bishop Dwenger education with a robust portfolio Jylland-Halverson, a professor in company widely known for its test Beeler, a graduate of Saint Mary’s of study abroad programs offered the Department of Psychology and preparation programs and college High School at (260) 496-4700 College, has served the community or visit www.bishopdwenger.com. through the Center for Women’s Counseling at the University of Saint and graduate school guides selected as teacher and as chair or board Intercultural Leadership. The new Francis (USF), shared his expertise in the school as one of 153 institutions member of numerous community major and minor programs in global a lecture, “Application of Counseling listed in the “Best in the Midwest” organizations and Catholic schools. St. Pius X to host Respect studies provide students with an in Mental Health Settings,” at the section of its Web site feature “2013 She has been dedicated to local fund- Life Educational Fair academic home that centers on University of Malaysia, Sarawak Best Colleges: Region by Region.” raising efforts for numerous endeav- developing global skill sets in addi- (UNIMAS), on July 12. According to The Princeton ors including the Logan Capital GRANGER — St. Pius X Church tion to disciplinary knowledge. Jylland-Halverson traveled to Review, the organization reviews Campaign, the Diocese Campaign Respect Life Ministry will present Global studies is an inter-disci- UNIMAS as a guest speaker at the institutions in each region and and the Congregation of Holy Cross a respect life educational fair titled plinary major in which students learn invitation of Associate Professor Dr. then selects the colleges and uni- Priest Drive. “Created in His Image: Building a about the economic, historical, cul- Shahren Ahmad ZaidiAdruce of the versities primarily for their excel- Beeler joins the ranks of previous Culture of Life From the Start” on tural, geographical and political fac- Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and lent academic programs. Colonel Jack Stephens Citizenship Wednesday, Sept. 12, at 7 p.m. in tors that influence global processes. Human Development to address the “We are very pleased to once again Award winners including Father the gymnasium. Courses deal with topics as practice of counseling and psychol- be included among The Princeton Theodore Hesburgh and Holy Cross Participants will learn about the diverse as women in Africa and the ogy in diverse settings. Best prac- Review’s ‘Best in the Midwest,’” Sister Maura Brannick. She and her Church’s teachings as it relates to Middle East; globalization and eco- tices and dealing with different cli- said Saint Mary’s College President husband Brian Regan have five chil- beginning of life issues, ways to nomic development; migration and ent types were among the topics. Carol Ann Mooney. “Our commit- dren and seven grandchildren. live the pro-life faith in a secular diasporas; politics of multicultural- Around 150 staff members, students ment to an excellent intellectual and world, and about organizations in ism; international trade and finance; and school counselors attended the academic experience for our students Bishop Dwenger High the South Bend area that support European literature, history and cul- half-day presentation. is unwavering. Our graduates are the sanctity of all life beginning ture. A student in this major will be He then met in the afternoon our best recruiters. Their accomplish- School offers ACT/SAT with conception. required to demonstrate proficiency with Department of Psychology and ments speak volumes about the qual- prep course Dr. Charles Rice, professor in at least one world language and Counseling staff members to discuss ity of the educational experience they emeritus at the University of Notre spend at least five weeks in college- possible future collaboration between received here.” FORT WAYNE — Bishop Dame Law School will speak sponsored study or internship abroad UNIMAS. University officials also Saint Mary’s College has held Dwenger High School is offering an on “Humanae Vitae,” and Lisa programs. hosted him for some sightseeing dur- the “Best in the Midwest” designa- ACT/SAT prep course on Tuesdays Everett, codirector of the Office There are seven possible con- ing the several-day trip. tion every year since The Princeton and Thursdays from 6-7:30 p.m. of Family Life for the Diocese centrations in this major, includ- “We are pleased that interna- Review began the “Best Colleges: Classes will begin on Tuesday, Sept. of Fort Wayne-South Bend, will ing Gender and Women’s Studies, tional educators seek out the exper- Region by Region” categorizations 18, and end on Thursday, Nov. 1. speak on the topic, “How Can We Global Business Administration, tise of our faculty,” said USF Vice 10 years ago. The 14 sessions will include Live Our Respect Life Beliefs in a Global Economics, Global Post- President for Academic Affairs, Dr. test familiarity, pacing, strategies, Secular World.” Are you celebratingce yourur 25th,25t 50th or 60th0th Wedding Jubilee in 2012? Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades will celebrate two Wedding Jubilee Masses

In Fort Wayne, the Mass will take place at the In South Bend, the Mass will take place Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sunday, at the Cathedral of St. Matthew, Sunday, October 14, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. with a reception October 21, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. with a to follow at St. Mary’s at Jefferson and Lafayette. reception to follow at St. Matthew School.

YES...We are celebrating our (___) 25th Jubilee (___) 50th Jubilee (___) 60th Jubilee We will attend Mass in (__) Fort Wayne (__) South Bend Attend Reception? (___) YES (___) NO

Office of Family Life Number of family members attending reception with us (____) DATE OF MARRIAGE______1328 West Dragoon Trail Mishawaka, IN 46544 Name______Address______or call (574) 234-0687 City______Phone______Parish you currently attend______or email [email protected] R.S.V.P. no later than October 5, 2012 for Fort Wayne and October 12, 2012 for South Bend. 10 TODAY’S CATHOLIC September 9, 2012

administration!” When asked if the new build- as photos were snapped and nights. He doesn’t see why peo- Ken Kaniewski sat in those ing will take away from the happy crowds toured the school ple are making such a fuss over DEDICATE desks during the Eisenhower character built by the old Saint from top to bottom. the field named for him. era, as a member of the first Joseph traditions, students and The chapel is the last of the “I’m sure the students will CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 class to attend the original parents appear to be on the project that remains under con- love it,” he admitted, “and the Saint Joseph’s High School same page. struction as it awaits its stained football players will love it. My for all four years. His children “I don’t think the essence glass windows and other finish- name is very small and it should at the top of the hill, just off of are also Saint Joseph gradu- of Saint Joe really changes at ing touches. Carmen Watkins, be put in small places, like on Cedar Street, and looked out ates, and now granddaughter all,” said Judy Madden, mother mother of one current student the back of some tree. But a over this huge property and Makenna Kaniewski is a mem- of three boys currently attend- and several graduates, spent lot of people put a lot of time excavated dirt, a blank canvas, ber of the first class that will ing the high school. “We send many hours in the old chapel and effort into this field … God and I was truly overwhelmed,” attend all four years in the new our kids here to get a Catholic praying for members of the bless ‘em!” Richter said. “Overwhelmed Saint Joseph High School. A education in mind, heart, spirit Saint Joseph family. She looks Even as people lingered in with the amazing opportunity successful area businessman, and body. The new building was forward to praying in the new the building, faculty and staff we’d been given, the limit- Kaniewski says he values the made possible by the people in chapel. members prepared for student less possibilities in our future quality education he received in the old building, so we come “I always loved the thought orientation Aug. 28 and the first and the incredible challenges high school. here to honor them and carry on of having the Blessed Sacrament day of school Aug. 30. that lay ahead of us. It was a “We were always rated No. the tradition.” present to all the kids at “The halls of Saint Joe will powerfully emotional day and 1 in the city and that meant an “Saint Joe is more than a the high school,” explained be filled with our students,” moment.” awful lot to me, to my parents building,” agreed Matthew Watkins, “and I think that reso- smiled Richter, “breathing the As Superintendent of Schools and my grandparents who were Madden, a junior. “Saint Joe nates throughout the building.” life, heart and soul into this Dr. Mark Myers admired the very proud of me, just as I’m is like a family; everyone is so As people mingled in the school. Students, faculty and new facilities, he said Richter’s proud of my granddaughter,” close. All the teachers really main gym, talk turned to sports staff will embark on another motherly heart helped steer the said Kaniewski. “She’ll be in care and want you to succeed.” and the excitement surround- year of fulfilling our mission, project through challenging eco- the first four-year graduating Michael Madden, a senior, ing the new stadium. When the transforming our students in nomic times. class just like her grandpa was. said he’s looking forward to football team takes the field heart and mind to serve God, “Only a mother’s love could It means a lot to me.” starting some new traditions and Sept. 7 against Elkhart Central, the Church and the world in this endure to complete such a proj- Kaniewski says he appreci- marking milestones in the new it will mark the first time the beautiful new facility. That will ect while meeting a full high ates the modern building and building. Indians play a true home game. never change … we are truly school academic calendar and the technology students will “It’s special,” he grinned. Named for a Saint Joseph blessed.” schedule,” smiled Myers as the now enjoy. “Family is the most impor- legend, Father Walter Bly, the crowd applauded. “Thank you, “It’s all in their grasp,” said tant thing here, probably more new field means a lot to alums Susan, for your faithfulness, Kaniewski, looking out the important than tradition, know- like Terry Healy who played your devotion and your maternal library windows to the computer ing you’ll be together forever.” football for Coach Bly in 1974. love for the faith community of screens in the student com- During the open house fol- “This is well-deserved and Saint Joseph.” mons. “Everything is here for lowing the dedication ceremony, long overdue!” said Healy, One of Saint Joseph High them to take advantage of — a Bishop Rhoades blessed each whose seven children also School’s better-known alums great education to prepare for classroom, office and athletic attended Saint Joseph’s High is Pete Buttigieg, mayor of life. Saint Joe is a place to get facility in the new building. School. Sincere South Bend. He welcomed his a quality education and set the With the help of school chap- A humble man, Father Bly is alma mater on behalf of the groundwork, and it’s all up to lain Father Terry Coonan, holy retired but still celebrates Mass Congratulations city, noting, for the first time the individual after that.” water was sprinkled everywhere for the football team on Friday since South Bend Central High and School closed its doors in 1968, the city again has a high school Best Wishes located downtown. “It means a great deal to to the be here as an alumnus and to Congratulazioni! see what has been built for the Students, Staff next generation of students,” said Buttigieg, before express- To everyone at Saint Joseph High School and Faculty of ing some other concerns. “I do worry a little that future from your friends at Saint Joseph students will miss out on the bragging rights that come from literally sweating out their Sunny Italy Cafe High School exams in the absence of air con- ditioning … or from studying 601 North Niles • South Bend • 232-9620 as classes begin the Eisenhower administration while sitting in desks that actu- on your ally date back to the Eisenhower new campus! m MARIAN High School v BISHOP DWENGER High School v BISHOP LUERS High School September 9, 2012 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 11

A sacred piece of history continues to serve the future of our community.

Congratulations to the entire Saint Joseph’s High School community on the opening of your beautiful facility. Thank you for your dedication to young minds and hearts.

Our Mission We serve together in Trinity Health In the spirit of the Gospel To heal body, mind and spirit To improve the health of our communities And to steward the resources entrusted to us.

Mishawaka South Bend Plymouth sjmed.com 12 TODAY’S CATHOLIC September 9, 2012 St. LouiS beSAncon — SmALL but mighty in the outSkirtS of the county Bishop supports special education initiative at St. Louis Academy

A special celebration in honor BY MICHELLE CASTLEMAN of the parish’s patron saint — St. Louis — followed. In his hom- NEW HAVEN — Nestled ily, the bishop reviewed the his- between corn fields in the fer- tory of and wonderful qualities tile soils of rural eastern Allen possessed by the young King of County, a special place became France, describing him as a holy even more special this fall as and compassionate leader. Next St. Louis Academy opened its he encouraged students to live out doors and said “yes” to an all- the two great commandments this new initiative by the Diocese of school year and strive to become Fort Wayne-South Bend Catholic holy in all that they do. School’s Office to assist with the Bishop Rhoades expressed his funding of a program to meet the sincere gratitude to the students, needs of students with disabili- pastor, staff and entire St. Louis ties during the 2012-2013 school Parish community for support- year. ing and embracing the inaugural Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades launch for the new program. “The observed the lack of such a plan mission of Catholic education is during his 2011 school visits to serve as many of our students and put finding a “test plot” on as possible,” he said. his priority list. Then first-year After Mass, Bishop Rhoades principal at St. Louis Academy, made his traditional rounds visit- Cheryl Klinker, casually men- ing each classroom where each tioned to Superintendent of of the 66 enrolled were anxiously Catholic Schools Dr. Mark Myers waiting. that “we could take a couple His questions and theological kids” and the rest is history. concepts gradually became more New staff was hired, current complex as he moved from the teachers were trained and seven primary to higher grades, starting new students (and a few of their with the “baa-ing” kindergartners siblings) were admitted to the as he described his role as the pilot school over the summer good shepherd to an explanation months. of the mystery of the Incarnation “The way things have just and definition of “consubstantial” totally evolved is all through with the seventh and eighth- God’s hand. Maybe I was just graders. a naive new principal,” Klinker In each room, Bishop Rhoades jested. But most likely it was opened the floor to questions and PHOTOS BY JOE ROMIE Klinker’s 14 years of expertise students found out everything The exterior of St. Louis Academy is shown above. Right, in the special-needs field at St. from the bishop’s favorite kind of Tom Federspiel is the bus driver for special needs stu- pizza to what he liked most about Vincent de Paul School in Fort dents traveling between Bishop Dwenger High School Wayne and her founding of its being a bishop. Trying to clarify and St. Louis Academy. resource program. a bishop’s role, third grader Cade “I feel very passionate about Campbell inquired, “So, you’re like a back-up to Jesus?” Allen County Schools, then co- all of the students the need in our diocese,” Klinker taught for years with Klinker at St. are so accepting said. “Many of the larger schools The bishop’s final stop was the school’s library room, which Vincent. of the special have self-funded programs in “I was very apprehensive needs students.” place, but the smaller schools was converted over the sum- mer months to a dual purpose about the small setting, but Cheryl Klinker echoed have difficulty financially sup- (Klinker) insisted, ‘You just have Arnold’s observa- porting the added challenge.” room now sharing space with the to see this special place,’” noted tion. “I am thrilled the concept will continue to grow “I have a comfort level with resource center — the hub for the Arnold. with how the integration process across the diocese.” special (education) and I know heart of the special needs pro- She had to agree. The program has started off. Our current students Mary Glowaski, Secretariat special ed,” she added. gram — where one young student was a perfect fit for St. Louis are learning compassion and under- for Evangelization and Special And for this reason, Dr. proudly displayed his morning Academy. standing for the disabled, while our Ministries, under which disabilities Myers is very grateful to St. accomplishments. Arnold could not begin to special needs families are attesting falls, told Today’s Catholic last Louis Academy staff and school “I believe we will be suc- describe the sense of belonging and to immediate changes in their stu- spring, “Serving the disabled in the board, Principal Klinker and cessful because an idea is only family atmosphere she immediately dents’ behaviors at home. During diocese isn’t an option. It’s a chal- Father Stephen Colchin, pastor, as strong as its weakest link felt at St. Louis Academy. “The our transition conferences, the par- lenge and a privilege.” for committing to the challenges and every staff member in this small setting is amazing and the ents are continually telling me what Glowaski has confidence in the and implementation of this excep- building is so very strong and classroom sizes are ideal. Everyone a difference in their children’s lives new program and added, “I believe tional program. committed to the program. The here is so aware of each other.” being enveloped in this special God is blessing this endeavor. As In his first grade-school visit teachers are teaching (the exist- In just a few short weeks since community is making,” she said. a diocese we need the gifts, talents of the academic year, Bishop ing students) by example how to the first day of classes, Arnold has Klinker continued, “This is a and faithfulness of the disabled.” Rhoades was greeted at the door assimilate the new students into seen firsthand the impact the pro- win-win situation. The program Summarizing the new role of his Aug. 30 with a sign held by the classroom,” said resource gram is making. has created a new draw for enroll- parish gem, Father Colchin, pastor, fourth-grade students. teacher Amanda Arnold. “I love watching the interaction ment at St. Louis Academy while concluded, “This is an extraordi- Daphne Dimberio could barely Arnold’s background comes on recess,” Arnold said. “It is so developing a protocol that can nary opportunity. We believe it contain herself with excitement as from much larger venues. She heartwarming to see the older chil- be copied and used in the most is our calling and are commit- she welcomed the bishop with a attended St. Charles Borromeo dren including the younger chil- efficient manner possible so other ted to provide a Christ-centered hug, “I can’t wait for you to say School in Fort Wayne, started her dren in games and activities. And parishes will jump on board, and Catholic education for all.” Mass!” teaching career in the Southwest September 9, 2012 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 13 St. LouiS beSAncon — SmALL but mighty in the outSkirtS of the county

Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades talks about St. Louis in his homily. Father Steve Colchin, pastor, sits at the left. Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades comments about the artwork of a St. Louis Academy pre-kindergar- ten student.

Above, Bishop Rhoades leads a prayer in the fourth-grade classroom. Left, students raise the flag.

ST. LOUIS ACADEMY 15529 Lincoln Highway East New Haven, IN 46774 (260) 749-5815

Principal: Cheryl Klinker Email: [email protected]

Staff members: 17 Students: 66 / 44 families First- and second-grade boys at St. Louis School mascot: Bears Academy pose after Mass. School colors: green and white

Web address: Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades greets first- and second-grade students on his Aug. 30 visit www.academy.stlouisbesancon.org to St. Louis Academy. 14 TODAY’S CATHOLIC September 9, 2012 September 9, 2012 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 15 & CAREER coLLege

Keeping the faith in college Catholic Students, or FOCUS, St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic BY CLAIRE RONNER engages Ball State Catholics with Center estimates that 13,000 50 different Bible study sessions, Catholics attend Purdue in addi- ith another fall semester all student-led. The FOCUS lead- tion to the 650 registered fami- already here, college ers act as mentors but also receive lies. Dominican Father Patrick students flood campuses mentorship from one of the four Baikauskas notes that most Wacross the country and many Catholic missionaries who work families are part of the staff and freshmen leave the shelter of their on Ball State’s campus. faculty of Purdue University, but hometowns for the first time. It’s “As the FOCUS leaders grow the largest faction of parishioners a challenging transition, and the and develop in their faith, they is still students. constant bombardment of new continue to reach out and give Father Baikauskas points to ideas makes it difficult for stu- back to the younger students,” the large student involvement in dents to retain the faith they’ve says Striebich. “As they reach the Sunday school program as an always known. their senior year they’re not as enriching way for undergraduates “For the first time, you’re call- heavily involved so a new crop to interact with the parish com- VALERIE CARNIVALE ing your own shots,” says Sarah can come in and lead.” munity. Catholic students at the St. Francis Catholic Center on the Ball State Striebich, campus minister at In Bloomington, priests and “Besides St. Tom’s, I haven’t University’s campus have access to Mass, the sacraments and Eucharistic St. Francis of Assisi Parish and brothers in the Dominican order come across a Newman Center Adoration as well as social events, retreats and mission trips. Newman Center at Ball State help Indiana University students that has over 300 children in a University in Muncie. “You have build a spiritual home at the St. Sunday school program largely an awesome opportunity to step Paul Newman Center. In the past taught by college students,” says up in your faith and find out what year, the entire Dominican staff Father Baikauskas. “It’s a really you believe and how you want to changed at St. Paul’s, and the important ministry and students be involved in that.” new priests are looking forward connect with the community in a Luckily, campus Catholic to bringing fresh life to the cen- very powerful way.” centers understand that. Each of ter. In addition to teaching Sunday Indiana’s largest state schools “We promise students that school, Boilermaker Catholics — Ball State University, Purdue each of us priests will be involved can participate in Mass by join- University and Indiana University in every aspect of campus minis- ing one of six separate choirs that — have Newman Centers, try,” says Father John Meany at a accompany each Sunday Mass. student-focused communities weekend Mass. “We’re excited to The Campus Renew student dedicated to Catholic ministry at work directly with all the inspir- group holds Bible studies in the non-Catholic universities. ing young adults of the parish.” dorms, and St. Thomas Aquinas At Ball State, the Catholic Throughout the year, St. Paul’s has an active mission trip pro- Student Union (CSU) actively Student Life Team executes gram. In one year, the parish will promotes Catholic ministry at the activities for Hoosier Catholics. send students to Haiti over winter start of every semester. Students This includes a mid-week group break, Bolivia during the “May- host an ice cream social, give prayer and Adoration followed by mester,” and four different sites out coffee and doughnuts on the a group social hour. On Sundays, over spring break. first day of class, and organize a the parish offers a “last chance” On the social side, the Purdue Eucharistic Adoration during the 9 p.m. Mass for students who Newman Center holds movie first week back. can’t get to morning or evening nights every Saturday and a Sarah Striebich acts as a full- Masses. Students can lead or par- weekly dinner before the 7 p.m. time religious advisor for the ticipate in a variety of retreats and Mass for $2, since the university CSU, but sophomores, juniors volunteer in the community with doesn’t offer meals on Sundays. and seniors plan the retreats, each other. “This is a very impression- speakers and mission trips. Since And since nothing draws the able time for young people and CSU is a student organization broke college student like a free they’re going to be making a lot through Ball State, the CSU meal, parishioners welcome all of decisions that will effect them council annually elects its leaders to a monthly spaghetti dinner fol- throughout their life,” says Father to serve yearlong terms and offers lowing the 5:30 p.m. Mass and Baikauskas. “It’s our responsibil- new students leadership opportu- also cook hundreds of pancakes ity and our call as the Catholic SARA STRIEBICH nities as they participate in church for a late-night stress relief during center is to reach out to students Catholic students gather at the St. Francis Catholic Center on the Ball events. finals week. and help them be the face of The Fellowship of University Up in West Lafayette, the Jesus Christ on campus.” State University’s campus in Muncie where there is a strong student- driven Catholic ministry. 16 TODAY’S CATHOLIC September 9, 2012 Louise Weber joins environmental science team at University of Saint Francis

BY KAY COZAD Weber soon found herself mental science,” Weber says, drawn back to her roots, then to listing conservation biology field USF, and is now eager to apply tech with a focus on birds, teach- FORT WAYNE — If you look her experience and leadership to ing at nature centers, enhanc- near the new bookshelves in the the existing environmental sci- ing the greening efforts within office of environmental sciences, ence program there. The intelli- churches and other organizations you’ll see the newest addition to gent and focused environmentalist through education, and environ- its teaching team at the University sees great promise in the program mental architecture as only a few of Saint Francis (USF). Louise and the impact it may have on of the jobs currently available. Weber, or Lou as she’s known the environment in Fort Wayne, And for the past five years, to her friends and family, has the diocese and northeast Indiana. Weber has been working on accepted the post of professor of And her faith, writing an ecol- biology and environmental sci- she says, is at ogy textbook. ences and will begin teaching the root of her “There is a this month as undergraduate and changing efforts “The great myth is that crucial need for graduate classes begin in earnest. in this field. an updated text- The Fort Wayne native is “At (Bishop) there are few jobs related book,” Weber excited to be back in Indiana Luers and Saint says, adding after spending the last 15 years Mary’s they that if published in Asheville, N.C., teaching talked about to environmental science.” it will be the and chairing the largest depart- social justice first ecology ment of environmental studies — doing every- textbook written in the country at Warren Wilson thing possible LOUISE WEBER by a woman. College. And after growing up in to help others. “Sixty-eight a Catholic family with faith-filled That’s the root percent of the parents and three close-knit sis- of it,” she says, students in the ters, this 1978 Bishop Luers High adding, “The sciences are School grad, is pleased to be intersection of women,” she teaching at a Catholic university. faith and professional training notes, “It’s time.” Proud of her 19 years of gave me a chance to think about Weber hopes to bring new and Catholic education garnered the greater good.” innovative ideas to the program right here in the Diocese of Fort That greater good will benefit all wrapped in faith. Wayne-South Bend, Weber says, from her vision of the future for “My parents gave every- “I always wanted to teach in a the USF environmental sciences thing so their kids could have a Catholic institution. I knew it program, which includes not only Catholic education. It is one of would make a difference with the pushing her students to work in the greatest gifts of my life,” says students.” Directing the students’ the field on real world problems, USF’s newest professor of biol- effort where they would do the such as erosion and pollution ogy and environmental sciences. most good in a secular institution among the lakes, but also assist- She hopes her students will feel sometimes lacked the fundamen- ing them in realizing the plethora that way too. Her simple teach- tal moral value she prizes as her KAY COZAD of opportunities for employment ing philosophy is “love above mission, she notes. Louise Weber is the newest member of the environmental sciences teach- in the field and directing their all,” and that will translate into The University of Saint ing team at the University of Saint Francis. She hopes to bring new and efforts where they will do the an environmentally sound way of Francis’ newest environmental- innovative ideas to the program all wrapped in faith. Her simple teaching most good. life for the science students at the ist reveals that she’s known she philosophy is “love above all.” “The great myth is that there University of Saint Francis for would work in ecology since she are few jobs related to environ- years to come. was 12 years old, even though there were no women in the field at the time. Family trips to the Dame and a doctorate in con- lake nurtured Weber’s desire to servation biology from Clemson work with the environment. “It University. While teaching at felt like heaven,” she relates, Warren Wilson College she “with the lake, identifying birds, purchased a lake house near the turtles…” Wolcottville in Indiana where Weber went on to earn a biol- she could spend the summers ogy degree from Saint Mary’s in a natural habitat and says, Robert Meyer-Lee, Assoc. Professor of English College, a master’s degree in “I remembered what great lake YALE UNIVERSITY, PH.D., NEW YORK UNIVERSITY, M.A. aquatic ecology from Notre country this is.” LOVES CHAUCER // PLAYS CHORDS // EXPLORES CANYONS

Get To Know Us September 9, 2012 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 17 Vows, diaconate ordination celebrated by Holy Cross

NOTRE DAME — Three men 2012. He lived in Keough Hall made their final profession of for two years and was active in vows with the Congregation of Campus Ministry and the campus Holy Cross on Saturday, Aug. Knights of Columbus Council 25, in the Basilica of the Sacred before entering Old College as a Heart at the University of Notre junior in 2006. Waugh professed Dame, and were then ordained to first vows on Aug. 1, 2009. the Order of Deacon by Bishop During his Holy Cross forma- John M. D’Arcy, bishop emeritus, tion, Waugh served as an adult at Moreau Seminary Chapel on Bible study catechist at Holy Aug. 26. Cross Parish in South Bend Newly-elected provincial supe- (2007-2008); St. André Bessette rior with United States Province Catholic Church, Portland (sum- of Priests and Brothers, Holy mer, 2008); chaplain at Penrose Cross Father Thomas J. O’Hara, Hospital during his novitiate year celebrated the Aug. 25 Mass and (2008-2009); Holy Redeemer received the final profession of Parish and School, Portland vows of Brian Christopher Ching, (January, 2009); Associate in Mark Francis DeMott and Jarrod the Mission Department at Holy Michael Waugh. Cross Family Ministries, North The three men took the vows Easton, Mass., (summer, 2011); of chastity, poverty and obedience and served as assistant director of according to the Constitutions of the Old College Undergraduate the Congregation of Holy Cross. Seminary Program at Notre Dame For the past several years, they (2011-2012). He is serving at have been in a period of tempo- MATT CASHORE, UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME Christ the King Parish, South rary vows, renewing those vows Taking final vows with the Congregation of Holy Cross on Saturday, Aug. 25, in the Basilica of the Sacred Heart Bend, and will continue to serve annually. They committed their at the University of Notre Dame are, from left, standing, Brian Ching, Jarrod Waugh and Mark DeMott. The next there as a deacon. lives and work to the communal day, the three were ordained to the Order of Deacon by Bishop John M. D’Arcy, bishop emeritus of the Diocese of All three will be ordained priests life and ministry of Holy Cross. Fort Wayne-South Bend, at the Moreau Seminary Chapel. Deacon Ching has been assigned to St. Joseph Parish, in the spring, on April 6, 2013. The newly ordained Deacon South Bend. Deacon Waugh has been assigned to Christ the King Parish, Brian Ching is the eldest of South Bend. Debbie and Fred Ching’s two children. Born in New York City, he grew up in Flushing, N.Y., and will continue to serve there View Senior Secondary School, God is calling where he graduated from Holy as a deacon. Jinja, Uganda, where he was Cross High School in 2003. He The newly ordained Deacon choir director and a chemistry Are you listening? earned a bachelor’s degree from Mark DeMott’s first placement and biology teacher (2011-2012). the University of Notre Dame in as a deacon is serving at the DeMott entered Holy Cross in Finding the time to slow down, listen for, 2007 and a Master of Divinity in University of Portland (Ore.), a 2007. He professed his first vows 2012. Holy Cross university, as a resi- on Aug. 1, 2009. and consider God’s call can be difficult Ching entered Old College dence hall director. The eldest of five children, but what could be more important? The during his sophomore year at He has been well-travelled DeMott grew up in Holland, Congregation of Holy Cross has multiple Notre Dame in 2004. He stud- during his seminary days with Mich., the son of Dr. and Mrs. ied at the American College in Holy Cross, having served as John (Jodi) DeMott. He was born retreat programs for high school, college, Louvain, Belgium, for a semes- director of Christian Formation in Kansas City, Mo., and gradu- and post graduate men designed to guide ter. During his time at the Holy at St. Joseph Parish, South Bend ated from Holland High School you along the way as you seek to hear Cross Novitiate (2007-2008) in (2007-2008); Parroquia Nuestra in 1998. He received a bachelor’s Cascade, Colo., Ching served as Madre Santisima de la Luz in degree in 2002 from Notre Dame, and answer God’s call. Contact our office a volunteer chaplain with Penrose Guadalupe, Nuevo Leon, Mexico where he also received a Master to find out more, 574.631.6385 or email Hospital in Colorado Springs. (summer 2008); Penrose Main of Divinity in 2007. at [email protected]. He has also served as a Hospital in Colorado Springs Newly ordained Deacon Jarrod religious education teacher at (during his novitiate year in 2008- Waugh grew up in rural southeast St. Pius X Catholic Church in 2009); Sacred Heart Parish in Kansas, graduating from Labette Granger, (2009-2010); and as a Colorado Springs (2008-2009); County High School in Altamont seminarian intern at Holy Cross’ Holy Cross and St. Stanislaus in 2004. St. John Vianney Parish in Parish, South Bend (2009-2010), The eldest of three children Goodyear, Ariz., (2010-2011). He where he served as director of of Jerry and Carolyn Waugh, he holycrossvocations.org professed his first vows on Aug. liturgy and music; Saint Joseph’s earned a bachelor’s degree from 2, 2008. He is currently serving High School, South Bend (2010- the University of Notre Dame in at St. Joseph Parish, South Bend, 2011); and Holy Cross Lake 2008 and a Master of Divinity in Annual Fatima Breakfast The Fort Wayne-South Bend division of the World Apostolate of Fatima invites everyone to their annual celebration on Saturday, October 6, 2012. The morning begins at 8:00 with Confessions, the Holy Rosary, and First Saturday Meditations at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Fort Wayne. Holy Mass begins at 9:00. Bishop Emeritus John M. D’Arcy will be the celebrant and homilist. After Holy Mass, all are invited to the Community Center at St. Mary’s parish (1101 Lafayette Street) for breakfast. Father George Gabet, FSSP, of Fort Wayne’s Sacred Heart parish will be the guest speaker.

Pre-paid reservations for the breakfast are required by Wednesday, Sept 26 Adult tickets: $7.00 Tickets for children 10 and younger: $4.00 To make your reservation, call Carol at (260) 437-1202 In the words of Our Lady to Saint Dominic “One day through the Rosary and the Scapular, I will save the World.” 18 TODAY’S CATHOLIC September 9, 2012 Educational opportunity attracts nation’s top linebacker, Jaylon Smith, to Notre Dame

Smith has been a varsity starter BY MICHELLE CASTLEMAN for the Luers’ Knights since enter- ing the program as a freshman and FORT WAYNE — Rated the No. has a decorated list of stats behind 1 outside linebacker in the coun- his name. Despite having three try by top recruiting websites like state titles under his belt, he will Scout.com, Rivals.com and 24/7 tell anyone the favorite game of Sports.com, Bishop Luers’ Jaylon his high school career came early Lemar Smith committed to play on when he was a freshman and football for the Fighting Irish of played his older brother Rod, who Notre Dame on June 2. was a senior at Harding at the time. The 6-foot-3, 225 pound “The whole family was there and senior celebrated his 17th birth- we (the Knights) got the ‘W,’” he day less than two weeks later and fondly recalled. In the game, Jaylon spent the rest of a busy summer forced a key fumble on Rod that preparing from sun up until sun helped Bishop Luers pull off a 14-8 down for the final season of his victory. high school career. Smith started playing the game Traveling across the United he loves at the young age of seven States, Smith turned heads and through the Metro League for the dropped jaws in Fort Lauderdale, Tigers where Tom Macon was a Fla., where his (Athletes With significant mentor. He earned jer- Purpose) AWP 7-on-7 team sey No. 9 at the age of nine and has finished fifth at the prestigious donned it ever since. national tournament, at a Nike When he is not sacking quarter- training camp in Beaverton, Ore., backs, chasing down running backs and in Atlanta, Ga., for the Five- and scoring touchdowns, the fresh- Star Challenge. man mentor at Bishop Luers enjoys Smith has six siblings — two catching up on sleep, bowling and older brothers, Jordan and Rod, spending time with his girlfriend. a younger sister Saniya and three Smith was sought after by many younger brothers Rondale (11), reputable programs, but decided Leslie (3) and Landon (1). He on the University of Notre Dame is the son of Roger Smith and because of their top notch academic Sophia Woodson. Football runs reputation. through and on both sides of the “My main goal is to come out family. Smith’s older brother Rod with a great education and Notre was a standout at Harding High Dame can give me that hands School and is currently playing down. I feel blessed to use my for the Buckeyes at Ohio State. God-given football talent to get On his mother’s side, Smith that,” Smith humbly explained. has relatives who have played the Smith has been a long time game, like Fort Wayne standouts fan of the blue-and-gold and first J. C. Martin and J.J. Robinson visited the campus after his sopho- (University of Illinois). And it more season for a camp, then saw was a cousin on his father’s side, his first game when the Irish faced Kenneth Mullen, who Smith fol- USC last fall. “I saw the basilica lowed to Bishop Luers. But Smith and buildings at Notre Dame and admits his own father was “more liked how holy everything was,” of a basketball guy” back in the the intended business major con- day. “He was a lefty at Northrop cluded. and had a pretty good shot,” he So, keep an eye out for the said. young man wearing No. 9. He’ll JOE ROMIE be the quiet one who is sure to make plenty of noise under the Bishop Luers running back Jaylon Smith scores one of his two touch- Friday night lights this fall. And downs in the football game versus Bishop Dwenger (the Battle of the when the last note of “Pomp and Bishops) on Oct 14, 2011, at Zollner Field in Fort Wayne. Smith, then a Circumstance” has played at junior, had a monster game, helping the Luers Knights clinch the SAC Bishop Luers, this humble star will Redeemer Football title. be moving on to live every football player’s dream — running through the tunnel wearing the blue and gold of Notre Dame. Fridays 6:00 pm Tailgate Talk 6:55 pm Dwenger & Luers Saturdays •Fontanini •Joseph’s Studio •Willow Tree Angels USF •Memorial Tear •McVan Jewelry •Creed Rosary Sundays •COUPON• HOURS: Monday, Thursday, Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm CYO Tuesday, Wednesday : 8:30 am -7:00 pm Saturday: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 20%One regular OFFPrice Item Expires 10/31/12 915 South Clinton Street • Fort Wayne 46802 Not valid with other discounts. One Coupon per Customer. PARK FREE in NOLL CENTER • (260) 399-1443

September 9, 2012 COMMENTARY 19 Dealing with difficult people Praying mothers behind

e all have them in our Christ would. This should be our gold-medal athletes lives — those people response to the difficult people in we don’t like. People W our lives — simply to treat those he one thing that may be who rub us the wrong way, who people with love, regardless of EVERYDAY harder than being an push our buttons, and sometimes our feelings. more seriously, people who truly TOlympian is being the TWENTY “But the Our Father prays CATHOLIC are dangerous to our mental or parent of an Olympian. As I ‘lead us not into temptation’ and watched the London games, I physical health. What should we this person is a huge tempta- SOMETHING do? THERESA A. THOMAS was awed by the athletes and tion for me!” you may say. And charmed by their parents. Jesus tells His followers indeed that very well may be There was Michael Phelps’ to forgive 70 times seven (Mt true. God doesn’t ask us to seek mom, her eyes and mouth CHRISTINA CAPECCHI 18:21-23). But how? out difficult people, just treat course, but if you view the person drawn into o’s, momentarily St. Therese wanted to obey them with kindness and patience as God created him, an innocent misreading a silver-medal fin- Jesus’ commandment to love when we do come in contact with soul before he was swayed by ish for a gold then breaking her, Rita was overcome by one’s enemies. She shared that, them. sin, it is easier to forgive. into polite applause as reality tears. She cried for two hours. in Carmel, there are no enemies, Do you have difficulty forgiv- Once we have forgiven should sunk in. Having darted around London but there were some annoying ing an offense? You’ve heard we forget? Yes and no. Yes, we There were Aly Raisman’s with friends and relatives — people. Think of that — people the old adage “Hurt (adjective) should not dwell upon the offens- parents, moving as much as sightseeing, beach volleyball can even annoy saints! There people hurt (verb) people”? Well, es against us. We should pray for possible while seated: leaning — this was a dose of solitude, were some nuns whom St. there is much truth to that. Before and wish the best for even those back, rocking forward, biting allowing the tangle of ter- Therese did not like, but Therese this difficult person hurt you, he who do evil to us. However, we their lips as their 18-year- ror and thrill in her chest to set about going out of her way was likely hurt by someone else. old daughter flipped across unravel. to treat them lovingly just as This does not excuse his sin, of THOMAS, PAGE 20 a 4-inch beam. “I think they Soon it was time for the big were more nervous than I was,” meet, and as the U.S. women’s Aly told Bob Costas. team advanced their lead, But the parent who from vault to bars to beam, God restores and strengthens us impressed me most was Rita Rita let herself watch Jordyn. Wieber, the Michigan mom “She looked so happy, it just who clutched a rosary as her warmed my heart.” through forgiveness daughter, Jordyn, sailed across The American gymnasts the uneven bars. Her quest clinched the gold, the first The Epistle of James is the neither hear nor speak. The for gold involved heartbreak: time since 1996. Rita, who is a source of the second reading. The persons first to hear this Gospel Jordyn was favored to win the nurse, took to her blog again, THE New Testament mentions several story would have had the same Olympic All-Around, as the writing, “If I wrote an hour-by- men with this name. Likely, other assumptions as did the people at highest-scoring gymnast in all hour timeline of my emotional SUNDAY men by the same name were the time of Isaiah. They would four events, and instead she status over the past 48 hours, it alive at the time of Jesus or in have assumed that such physical didn’t qualify. She couldn’t would look like an EKG strip.” GOSPEL the first decades of Christianity. difficulties were the result of sin. suppress tears, and the image Two days later Jordyn was sitting in the stands, having MSGR. OWEN F. CAMPION The Scripture is not definite in Therefore, this lesson has many was broadcast endlessly: chin identifying the man to whom the more implications than simply the dropped into palms, fingertips declared herself “the loud- title of this epistle refers. Lord’s power to heal. pressed to eyes. A symbol est cheerleader,” watching Some scholars believe it Jesus indeed heals. He forgives of defeat, a longtime dream her teammate Gabby Douglas 23rd Sunday in was James, who was called the sin, and in this forgiveness all is snatched away. win the all-around title she “brother of Jesus.” This figure was renewed. All is strong. More striking than the cry- had hoped to clinch. Jordyn Ordinary Time in the news a few years ago when ing was the composure that so cheered wildly and tapped out a burial casket was discovered Reflection quickly followed. Jordyn, who the congratulatory tweet: “You Mk 7:31-37 bearing an inscription stating that is 17, tweeted: “Thank you all deserve it, girl!” The gold medal Jordyn won he Book of Isaiah supplies the casket once had contained the The Church for weeks has been for your love and support. I’m brought glory, and the gold the first reading. It speaks of bones of James, the “brother of calling us to discipleship. It also extremely honored to be an medal she lost brought charac- the blind, the deaf and the Jesus.” has warned us that we are limited, Olympian and be a part of this T ter. Back home in Dewitt, she lame. Israeli archeologists since have shortsighted and weak. team.” can proudly recite 2 Timothy Today, physical impairments concluded that this inscription These readings confront us not Rita reflected that night on 4:7: “I have competed well; I produce few of the severe is a forgery. Who was James, so much about physical problems her blog. “Things don’t always have finished the race; I have deprivations that they created the brother of Jesus? The oldest as about sin, and how sin removes end up as we think they should, kept the faith.” at the time of Isaiah, and Christian tradition was that James us from communion with God and but in the end … it becomes popular moods about those who was a son of Joseph by Joseph’s therefore from the community of obvious that God has a good experience these impairments are earlier marriage. Under Jewish the holy. Sin blinds us and leaves plan,” she wrote. very different from the views of law, sons or daughters of Joseph’s us deaf spiritually and mentally. It Two days later Jordyn faced those people at the time of this earlier marriage, if indeed there isolates us, renders us helpless and another shot at gold, this time prophet. were an earlier marriage, would dooms us. as a team. Rita woke in London To understand this reading have been called the “brothers” Forgiving us, God restores, with a pit in her stomach. “I from Isaiah, however, some and “sisters” of Jesus. refreshes and strengthens us. We knew the day could end up awareness of the older attitudes The most ancient Christian can see. We can hear. We can great, but if it didn’t,” she and presumptions is needed. teaching is that Jesus was Mary’s find, and make, our way. wrote in her blog, “I wasn’t Blindness, lameness or only child. The Lord then had no sure I could stand to see Jordyn deafness therefore severely full siblings. sad anymore.” isolated people. Anyone who The reading this weekend is a Rita went for a morning run was blind, deaf or lame was great lesson in the equality of all READINGS and then headed to a Catholic virtually excluded from the human humans before God, and the folly Sunday: Is 35:4-7a Ps 146:7-10 church to pray the rosary. community. Nothing was more of putting too much emphasis Jas 2:1-5 Mk 7:31-37 Sliding into the wooden pew brought a familiar sensation: fearful than being alone unless it on the earthly and material. All Monday: 1 Cor 5:1-8 Ps 5:5-6, 7, 12 earthly things will pass away. how many times she had done was being alone and helpless. Lk 6:6-11 More importantly, Only the spiritual will endure. so back at St. Jude in Dewitt, impairments often were seen St. Mark’s Gospel provides Tuesday: 1 Cor 6:1-11 Ps 149:1-6, 9 Mich., and now, across the as the consequence of sin. This the third reading. In this reading, Lk 6:12-19 Atlantic, the Church universal, reading refers to persons whose Jesus has returned to the Holy Wednesday: 1 Cor 7:25-31 Ps 45:11- that sense of home. impairments isolate them from Land from visits to Tyre and 12, 14-17 Lk 6:20-26 “My parents always made others, and whose sin separates Sidon, in what today is Lebanon, Thursday: 1 Cor 8:1b-7, 11-13 going to church as a fam- them from God. and to the Ten Cities, an area now Ps 139:1b-3, 13 14b, 23-24 Lk 6:27-38 ily important,” Jordyn had God, in great mercy and love, in Jordan. Friday: Nm 21:4b-9 Ps 78:1-2, 34-38 told Catholic reporter Eileen restores vision, hearing and the Merely by visiting these places, Phil 2:6-11 Jn 3:13-17 Gianiaodis. “It’s a very special ability to move, and thus restores Jesus takes the word, and power, Saturday: 1 Cor 10:14-22 family time and it means a lot Christina Capecchi is a freelance of God far and wide, to gentiles as to me.” a place in the human community. Ps 116:12-13, 17-18 Jn 19:25-27 writer from Inver Grove Heights, God forgives sin. His forgiveness well as to Jews. Seated in that pew, rosary Minn. She can be reached at heals and strengthens. Jesus meets a man who can beads in hand, altar before www.ReadChristina.com. 20 COMMENTARY September 9, 2012 Assisted suicide and Mary’s assumption SCRIPTURE SEARCH n Aug. 15, Catholics our unhappiest cultural trends. Gospel for September 9, 2012 honored the feast of the Assisted suicide, which OAssumption of the Blessed the law allows in Oregon and INTELLECT Mark 7:31-37 Virgin Mary into heaven, body Washington, is on the ballot in and soul. The Assumption is a Massachusetts this November. AND Following is a word search based on the Gospel doctrine proclaimed officially We all know the occasional case reading for 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle B: in relatively recent times, but it where someone, sadly depressed VIRTUE healing a man’s ears and speech. The words can be has been celebrated and believed and mentally unstable, tragically found in all directions in the puzzle. since the Church’s earliest days. takes his own life. But the mod- JOHN GARVEY The Assumption has a spe- ern campaign wants to make sui- TYRE SIDON GALILEE cial meaning for my family and cide a right for everyone. DECAPOLIS TO HIM DEAF myself. It marks the anniversary The arguments for it are sim- We who hold that we are SPEECH HIS HAND EARS of the death of my wife’s mother. ple enough. A consistent materi- TOUCHED EPHPHATHA SPOKE PLAINLY Every Aug. 15, we remember equally body and soul — that alist might assert that we are only TO TELL MORE PROCLAIMED what a happy death she had, sur- lumps of carbon, hydrogen and both are essential to us, both in rounded at home by her family, oxygen, and when the electric- our own view and in God’s — ASTONISHED HAS DONE ALL THINGS singing and praying the rosary. ity stops, we’re done. If that’s cannot imagine destroying either. HEAR SPEAK This was the case, there The act of suicide is an explicit fitting. The is no moral denial of what the Assumption chief appeal harm in turning affirms, that Christ has already PLAINLY we make in Catholics think off one’s own triumphed over sin and death. Suicide repudiates all of God’s the rosary switch, is there? SEALLTH I NGSH (53 times) is differently than Light is useful, goodness and the entire world He for a happy but if the light made, as G.K. Chesterton wrote, I PROCLA I MED I “the man who kills himself, kills death: “Holy is painful, why LHOGAL I LEEES Mary, Mother modern culture does not extinguish all men; as far as he is concerned, of God, pray it? he wipes out the world. When OPAKDAHJHAHH a man hangs himself on a tree, for us sinners about bodies. Others might PHHCEEPSNRCA now and at the reach the same the leaves might fall off in anger hour of our conclusion from and the birds fly away in fury: AANNAP I PASUN for each has received a personal death.” When an opposite and CTRRFNLENJOD he proclaimed more spiritual- affront.” the feast of the ist perspective. “Now and at the hour of our EHENODSAHDTL death,” we pray. Assumption, A modern DAHTYREK I EDW Pope Manichean might hold that the Mary’s trust in God through- Pius XII explained in soul shares in God’s life, but out her life was so great that to JOSCHOFSRNJK “Munificentissimus Deus” that this day, Muslim pilgrims visit death is only a matter of shuffling AALLEHTOTELL because Mary was conceived off this mortal coil. Why should and revere the Ephesian home without sin, “she was not sub- there be any more harm in that from which some believe she was CDTOH I MJ LMKY ject to the law of remaining than in a snake shedding its skin? assumed. She did not presume to © 2012 Tri-C-A Publications www.tri-c-a-publications.com in the corruption of the grave, Catholics think differently choose the hour God chose for and she did not have to wait than modern culture does about her. It is one of the few things in until the end of time for the bodies. We believe God created life that none of us has a right to redemption of her body.” us in body and soul, and saved choose.  54 Institution (abbr.) he 55 Once ___ a time People who regularly repeat us entirely. We believe that the  such prayers — who think like John Garvey 56 Bishop’s district Word was made flesh and not just is the president of The 57 Stage of life this about the end of life — are spirit, that eternal life is about Catholic University of America ross ord 58 Shall leap bound to disagree with some of bodies no less than souls. in Washington, D.C. 12 3 4 56 7 8 910 11 12 13 DOWN 1 Eastern state about leaving when you need kind. 14 15 16 to do so. Don’t dwell on what Excuse. Excuse the behavior 2 Adam’s wife 17 18 19 3 Central Intelligence THOMAS annoys you about them. Brush off by thinking of the most empa- Agency the annoyance by chalking it up thetic reason she could have said 20 21 22 23 24 4 S. American llama CONTINUED FROM PAGE 19 to the differences in personalities or done what she said or did. 25 26 27 28 29 5 Raise one’s spirits that God has created and leave She might have a headache. She 6 Music used as practice judgment of them to Him. Decide might have just learned her hus- 30 31 32 33 34 7 Here is your ____ should not feel compelled to put not to do to others what’s been band lost his job. Give difficult 35 36 37 38 8 Decorative needle case ourselves in a situation where we 9 ___ of God done to you. people the same kind of justifica- 39 40 41 “forget” the offense occurred and 10 Hypocrites honor What if the difficult person is tion you would like for yourself with thus can be seriously hurt again. 42 43 44 45 46 family, a harshly critical in-law when you have said or done 12 Strong chemical If someone has mentally or phys- or sibling? something annoying or unkind. 47 48 49 50 51 52 base ically abused or hurt our children, Similar strategies can be After listening, smiling, being 53 54 55 18 God, Father of ____ our spouse or us, for example, applied: Listen, smile, be kind kind and mentally excusing the 19 Food & Agriculture it is not only okay to avoid that and excuse. behavior of a difficult person, 56 57 58 Organization (abbr.) 20 Farming club (abr.) person but it is imperative that Listen. Listen to what the per- sometimes you might have to just © 2012 www.tri- c-a-publi cati ons.com we do so. What about forgiving 21 Helps son is saying, not just the words turn away. God does not ask us Based on these Scripture Readings: Dt 4:1-2, 6-8; when the perpetrator is not peni- 22 Our Lady of the ____ but also his tone and the body to be human punching bags or Jas 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27; Mk 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 and 24 Knit fabric tent? Kindness should be offered, language. Is he frustrated? Does “take” unkind behavior. Is 35: 4-7a; Jas 2:1-5; Mk 7:31-37 and Is 50:4c-9a; 26 Last part but again, no risks taken. he simply want validation of his “But to you who hear I say, Jas 2:14-18; Mk 8:27-35 28 Stag When thinking about deal- own skills or value? Sometimes love your enemies, do good to 29 Open the blind’s ____ ACROSS 23 Arrival time ing with difficult people, it helps 32 Malice and lies just listening softens people. It those who hate you. Bless those 25 Maneuver to categorize them into two 34 East southeast also helps you develop patience. who curse you, pray for those 1 __logue 27 Traveled by horse 36 Bright student groups — those who are harmless Smile. Smile, because smiles who mistreat you.” — Lk 6:27- (commandments) 30 Flurry 38 Regretful and those who are dangerous. 5 Franciscans did for food 31 India language generally disarm unkindness 28. 40 Cake topping Dangerous people should clearly 8 Building addition 33 “An ___ for an ___” and anger. Smiles demonstrate 42 Intestines 11 From within comes ___ 35 Smack fly be avoided, but what about harm- confidence. They show empathy. 43 Island 12 Cab 37 God’s statutes less ones? They can be some of Smiling also helps you develop a 44 Servant did not 13 Thai 39 Pounds per the most annoying. joyful spirit. shield ___ 14 Skip square inch Handling harmless, annoying 46 ___ in three days Be kind. Be kind because 15 Garish 41 Class 48 ___ Dolorosa people is not hard. When contact you are a Catholic Christian and 16 Arbiter 42 “Every perfect ___” Theresa Thomas 50 Environmental is unavoidable, approach them the difficult person is also one is the wife of 17 __ resin. used in sand 45 Greek island protection agency rather than wait to be approached. David and mother of nine chil- molds 47 America of God’s Divine creations. Jesus 51 Turkey Ask their opinion before they dren. Watch for her newest book 19 Lies 48 Roman eight also died for the salvation of this 52 Vane direction offer it. Validate them with a sin- difficult person and out of respect “Big Hearted Families” (Scepter) 20 Layer of tissue that 49 Extravagant party cere compliment. Be firm in your for that, you must be kind. Being and read more on her blog: http:// covers muscles 53 What a nurse gives boundaries and don’t feel badly kind helps you develop feeling theresathomas.wordpress.com/ Answer Key can be found on page 23 September 9, 2012 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 21

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BY JOE KOZINSKI sider us an extension of their com- something special to the ending of munities,” explained Violi. a season.” out Decatur’s best One of the programs that have The football schedule will have ST. JOSEPH COUNTY — The really seen the most benefit has been one different venue this season as BY MICHELLE CASTLEMAN squad and nine for his younger Inter-City Catholic League is aging the girls’ and boys’ soccer athletes Saint Joseph High School will be group. Years ago, the mentor like a fine wine getting better and as they routinely play on the high rolling out the red carpet, or should helped with a program named better as it continues to focus on the school fields on Sunday afternoons. it be said, green carpet, as the ICCL DECATUR — In preparation Little Angels, designed to teach development of youth in the area. “When I first took over as direc- will be playing on the field at the for their 2012 Catholic Youth pre-CYO age girls the game of “This fall we will have more tor of the soccer programs, we new campus. Organization (CYO) volley- volleyball. than 1,000 children participating in played at the 4-H Fairgrounds. And, “For our kids to be able to play ball season, Coach Mike Wilder explained, cheerleading, softball, football and because of the space and fields, we on both Marian’s Otolski Field Wilder and the Lady “Many of those same girls’ and boys’ soccer,” explained had to limit the participation and and Saint Joseph’s Bly Field, we Commodores from girls are on this team.” president of the ICCL, Tony Violi. schedule a bit,” said Deitchley. “We are truly blessed,” said Violi, who St. Joseph, Decatur, Looking forward to “We are fortunate to have Jeff have now expanded to 38 teams also doubles as director of football. hosted their third the season, he added, Deitchley as the soccer sports direc- and have the luxury of great fields, “We started our season with the annual Commodore “We have a well- tor and Kevin Sandor is taking over restrooms and concession stands for traditional jamboree on Labor Day Classic preseason balanced group with the reigns in softball from Barb our games.” Sunday and then our regular season tournament on some height and lots Kane who had done a fantastic job.” “Consistency of our coaches and on Sunday afternoons until Oct. 7.” Saturday, Aug. 25. of players with lots of “I can’t stress enough how the athletic directors has contributed “This season we have five varsi- The seventh-grade volleyball experience.” outpouring of volunteerism makes to a seamless administrative task ty teams, five A-Division teams and division had three teams 2012 CYO action this league run and enables it to as it pertains to scheduling,” added five B-Division teams,” explained participate in the round robin play kicked off after Labor Day. accomplish its mission of giving Deitchley. “We have already begun Violi. “The two lower divisions are with St. John, New Haven, win- In Sunday’s first matchup our youth a solid foundation in the playing and will continue the regu- for development and have a mini- ning, St. Charles finishing runner- on the gridiron, St. Charles beat fundamentals of sport,” continued lar season playing on Sundays at the mum play rule to help get the kids up and the hosts taking third. In Holy Cross 8-6 in a very hard-hit- Violi. “The other objectives that are high schools through September and acclimated to the physicality of the the match between the Raiders ting slug fest at Zollner Stadium. even more important, are to foster then have our playoffs in the month game.” and Cardinals the scores were According to Coach Sam cohesiveness in the classroom and of October.” “Our playoffs take up the month 25-11, 25-12. Talarico, the Cardinals lone score infuse Catholic values in our men- “We will have our last game of October with the championship For the eighth graders, Decatur came on a 7-yard run from Mike toring principles.” of the season under the lights at being played at Bly Field on the last finished in first place going 4-0 Hake and the point after was “Besides our hundreds of vol- Marian’s soccer field,” commented Sunday of the month,” added Violi. on the day. The Commodores converted by Jack Pentenburg. unteers, probably the biggest con- Deitchley. “I like to rotate the “The ICCL will be hosting the battled their longtime foe, St. The touchdown was set up by a tributing factor to the success of our varsity girls’ and the varsity boys’ diocesan championship game this Charles, in the final matchup, 30-yard pass from Pentenburg league is that the two high schools teams annually under the lights. It season and the CYO teams will be 25-14, 25-19. The two met in the to Riley Miller. St. Charles, now — Marian and Saint Joseph — con- brings a little mystique and an extra hosted at the new campus.” CYO championship as seventh 2-0, was led by Carl Williams graders with the Cardinals defeat- who had 10 tackles and 100 all- ing St. Joseph, who had previ- purpose yards. Sam Taylor sealed ously been unbeaten. Huntington the victory with an interception (0-4), St. Joseph-Hessen Cassel with 30 seconds left on the clock. 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The exterior of the new high school is shown above. PHOTOS BY KEVIN HAGGENJOS Dignitaries sit on stage at the 50-yard line of Father Bly Field while Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades offers a prayer at the dedication and blessing on Aug. 25. Noted, at left, are priest chaplains Father Camillo Tirabassi and Father Walter Bly. The new football field has been named in honor of Father Bly.

DIANE FREEBY Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades blesses Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades blesses Father Bly Field, named for Father the hallway of the Saint Joseph Walter Bly, a retired priest who has a legacy with the high school and the High School on Aug. 25. football program, and still celebrates Mass for the football team every Friday night.

Saint Joseph High School Principal Susan Richter holds the crucifix to be blessed by Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades and hung in the new school facilities. THE TRADITION CONTINUES... Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades visits with the Saint Joseph High School community at Congratulations and good luck to all of the dedication and blessing our friends at Saint Joseph High School. ceremony Aug. 25. GO INDIANS!!