West Texas PERMIT NO. 44 SAN ANGELO, TX NONPROFIT ORG. US POSTAGE PAID US POSTAGE Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door ANGELUS Four men live in total commit- ANGELUS ment to God at the Mt. Carmel Serving the Diocese of San Angelo, Texas Hermitage near Christoval/Pg 9 Volume XXVII, No. 6 JUNE 2006 Covos, Lagunilla ordained before packed Cathedral By Jimmy Patterson ! Mothers’ guidance inspires new priests/12 Angelus Editor

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DIOCESE OF SAN ANGELO SAN OF DIOCESE ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED SERVICE ADDRESS SAN ANGELO ANGELO TX SAN 76902-1829 close to 500 faithful includ- Lagunilla in a moving and his priestly duties at Holy ing more than 50 priests, spiritual ordination Mass. Family in Abilene, told Marriage Jubilee deacons and women reli- “This is a dream that was those gathered, “Do not stop gious June 3 at the within me even before I praying. This is the time we SAN ANGELO. The Diocese of San Cathedral of the Sacred knew it was in me,” said Fr. really need them ... as we Angelo will celebrate its annual Heart, the Diocese of San Lagunilla, who has been Marriage Jubilee Mass in honor of the Angelo formally welcomed assigned to St. Elizabeth See ORDINATION/8 Fr. Ariel Lagunilla anniversaries of marriages of parish- Fr. Ruben Covos ioners throughout the diocese at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, June 18, 2006, at the Rural Mass to Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in San Angelo. San Angelo Bishop Michael D. recall hard year Pfeifer, OMI, principal celebrant of the McCarrick to Catholic Mass, invites couples celebrating their for diocese’s 25th, 30th, 35th, 40th, 50th and above wedding anniversaries in the calendar journalists: ‘Plug year 2006. Families and friends are small parishes invited to accompany our blessed cou- The Angelus ples to the celebration. Renewal of civility’ vows will take place at the beginning The Diocese of San Angelo will of the Mass. This celebration will con- celebrate “Our Faith Response to clude with a reception in the Cathedral gymnasium to which all are invited. the Hardships of Rural Life" at its Those couples wishing to attend are fourth-annual Rural Life Mass at encouraged to RSVP as soon as pos- 6:30 p.m., June 13, at the BK sible, or by June 9, to Eva at the Ranch Pavilion in Coleman. Pastoral Center in San Angelo, Bishop Michael J. Pfeifer, OMI, Related story/2 325.651.7500. will be the main celebrant. The theme for this year's Mass will Forgiveness at the focus on the trials and hardships heart of reconciliation experienced over the past few years by the rural and agricultural NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Retiring nation we often do without civility. We are all sinners, and we all need people of our diocese and their God's constant forgiveness. Thank Washington Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, “We have to start being nice,” he said. God that our God is always willing to faithful response to deal with of Washington D.C., told a gathering of over “Being respectful. And we have to tell our forgive our sins, our faults and our mis- those hardships. 400 Catholic journalists last month that if he politicians, with respect, that there is no real takes, because "The Lord is kind and Some of the hardships we recall had a wish list for his retirement, topping it conversation, no real progress, no real edu- merciful, slow to anger and rich in com- include the cotton fields around would be that members of the Catholic cation, until we respect others.” passion." (Ps. 103). Year of Ballinger and Rowena standing in media give new meaning to the word civility. McCarrick also said journalists must find Reconciliation coverage is on Page 4. water from over-abundant rain- “Wouldn’t it be nice,” McCarrick said, “if a great cause and also stress vocations in fall. Most often there is a lack of Catholic media members would plug civili- their newspapers and magazines. Please See RURAL/2 ty?” McCarrick said that so often around the -- Jimmy Patterson INSIDE ... Diocesan Briefs ...... 2 From the Bishop’s Desk From the Editor ...... 2 el obispo en espanol ...... 3 Saint of the Month ...... 4 People often avoid confession due to fear of unknown The Year of Reconciliation...... 4 By Bishop Michael D. Pfeifer, OMI celebrating the sacrament of Penance of the United Diocesan Dates ...... 5 Conference of Catholic Bishops. Letter to the Editor ...... 5 The person who is going to confession is called a "peni- Confirmation ...... 6 Sadly, many people today avoid celebrating the beauti- Priestly Ordinations ...... 8-9 ful and comforting sacrament of Reconciliation and tent" because he or she wishes to do penance and turn Family ...... 12 Penance, sometimes perhaps for years at a time, because away from sin. We need to remember that this is a sacra- Just for Kids...... 13 they say they "don't know what to do" or "I don't know ment of God's forgiveness and mercy that comes to us Coming of Age ...... 13 how to go to confession." I am offering here a brief through the paschal mysteries of the life of Jesus. The Back Page ...... 16 explanation of how one is to go to confession, and espe- Preparation: Before going to confession, the penitent cially for a person who has not gone in some time. The compares his or her life with the Ten Commandments, the information that I share here I have taken from a pamphlet (Please See BISHOP/3) Bishop Pfeifer Page 2 JUNE 2006 The Angelus The West Texas From the Editor Angelus Catholic critic Forbes explains ‘O’ rating for ‘Code’ Official Newspaper of the ASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Although podcasting. And I can say with confidence gave it an “O” because the film makers Diocese of San Angelo, Texas there were three days worth of that the Diocese of San Angelo is as of did not conclusively disprove the whole POSTMASTER: Send all address Nconversations this writing studying those new avenues of notion that Jesus and Mary Magdalene changes to: divided into at least 30- communicating with our readers. It will were married and that Jesus was some- WEST TEXAS ANGELUS 40 workshop and head- simply be the only way to go in the future. how not divine. P.O. Box 1829 line speakers, there The past was represented in conversa- “If the divinity of Jesus had been SAN ANGELO, TX 76902-1829 seemed at times to be tions about “The DaVinci Code,” a name affirmed or if there had been an old-fash- ______only two topics of con- that seemed to squeeze its way into every ioned disclaimer I might have amended versation at the annual conversation throughout Music City. that ‘O’ rating,” Forbes told me. “I don’t Catholic Press Even topics that seemingly had noth- think the ‘Code’ phenomenon will go Bishop Michael D. Pfeifer, OMI Association Media ing to do with the movie would ultimate- away for quite some time. There’ll be a Publisher Convocation in ly have at least a passing mention of the DVD release, a sequel to the book. I Nashville last month: Patterson movie, however brief. think unfortunately it’s kind of become a Jimmy Patterson the future and the past. Harry Forbes, movie critic for the part of our culture now and it will be a Director of Communications The future is all about the convergence Catholic News Service, gave “The part of us for quite some time.” Editor of Catholic media and the moving of DaVinci Code” an “O” for “morally --- Catholic Communications onto new plat- offensive.” He didn’t completely rip the Jimmy Patterson is editor of The Kenneth Grimm forms such as the Internet, email and even movie (Capsule Review/Pg. 16), but he Angelus. San Angelo Standard Times Production Manager DIOCESAN BRIEFS RURAL: Mass Member Centennial at St. Francis their $10,172.74 collection for victims of a mud- Catholic News Service This year, Abilene’s St. Francis of Assisi Church slide there. His letter reads: set for June 13 Catholic Press Association is celebrating its Centennial. One of the obser- “I have noted with great admiration and grati- Texas Catholic News vances will be a Mass where all couples who tude the several checks coming from your dio- near Coleman were married at St. Francis will be honored. This cese for the victims of the landslide in our dio- is in any of the churches that St. Francis used cese, Feb. 17. I praise God for the living witness (From 1) Published the first Monday following to the loving presence of the Risen Lord you and the first Saturday of each month and since 1906. There is a modest $10 registration fee to cover cost of the Celebration. We would the faithful of your diocese have shown us delivered to all registered parishioners rain in our area as we experi- like couples to call the Parish Offices before Sep. through your generous donations. enced six months last year in the Diocese of San Angelo. 1 if you wish to be included in the celebration. “Our Diocese Social Action Center has so far provided temporary shelter to the 258 families without any appreciable rain. and has taken special care of 56 orphans.We are After our Bishop called on Subscription rate for all others: Love and Mysticism Retreat mayors of our communities to $10 per year Christ The King Retreat Center in San Angelo trying our best to provide what is necessary for will host a Love and Mysticism Retreat June 12- these affected brethren with the help we are declare a day of prayer for rain receiving. Your donations are indeed a great our communities experienced THIRD CLASS POSTAGE PAID AT 17. The five-day retreat will focus on ! love, highlighting the the Greatest source of comfort and consolation for them. the blessing of two to three SAN ANGELO, TEXAS Commandment’s charge to love God and your “May the Risen Lord continue to inspire you inches of much needed and neighbor as yourself; and your faithful to share His love and peace.” appreciated rainfall. Printed by the ! mysticism, with an introduction to Christian -- Most Rev. Precioso Cantillas, SBD, DD The Cross Plains community Bishop of Maasin San Angelo Standard Times Mysticism as experienced by the Saints and other experienced a devastating fire A Scripps-Howard Company holy men and women. Participants will study the which swept through the coun- lives of the Saints and their journeys toward Criminal Justice Ministry training try southwest of the town. High Submissions: wholeness and holiness, and how we can follow DOSA training sessions upcoming are at 9 in their footsteps to seek and find God through winds carried the fire through Story suggestions, calendar items, a.m., Saturday, June 10, St. Francis, Abilene, and their example in prayer, meditation, contempla- the west and north part of Cross parish briefs and all other 9 a.m., Saturday, June 24, St. Elizabeth Ann tion, spiritual experiences, inspiration and trans- Seton, Odessa. These sessions are to explain Plains. One life was lost and submissions should be emailed to formation, developing spiritual consciousness and our ministry, its guidelines and policies. In the fall, over 100 residences destroyed. [email protected]. the quest for union and communion with God; we will hold commissioning ceremonies at the Their experiences and the way COPY, PHOTO DEADLINE: ! mystic, or one who seeks the knowledge and parishes for which our volunteers belong. As a the community pulled together Third Friday of every month. love of God, and experiences a profound person- prerequisite for being commissioned as a in faith and Christian love have al encounter with the Divine, Criminal Justice Ministry volunteer for the dio- been an inspiration for all. The Photos should be sent in jpeg format. ! and the Holy Spirit, which can transform your cese, Bishop Pfeifer is asking that everyone outpouring of help from outside life. (priests, deacons, religious and lay) attend one of Msgr. Joe James and David D. Garza and the community was a wonderful these trainings. Each session will be about 2 ½ example of charity. Letters to the editor are welcome, and team will give 12 presentations. Msgr. James will hours. Call Deacon Bob Leibrecht at 432-889- should be emailed to celebrate Mass daily and be available for the 3858 if you have any questions. Everyone in the diocese is [email protected]. sacrament of Reconciliation. invited to attend this celebra- Letters to the editor are printed at the Bring your Bible, an alarm clock and comfort- DiOrio returns for healing Mass tion of God's outpouring of discretion of the editor and identities of able clothes. The cost of $275 includes double love and the perseverance of occupancy rooms with meals - a deposit of $100 Fr. Ralph DiOrio will return to Midland’s Chaparral the writer are subject to Center August 6 for a special Healing Mass. He will the rural people of our diocese. is needed to guarantee your place. All those who would like to verification. Please include name, For more information contact Daniel or Sandy also conduct teaching days in the Midland-Odessa address and phone number when sub- area, August 3-4. celebrate rural life are invited Seidel at 325-651-7171 or Christ the King Retreat to join our Bishop and our mitting letters. Center at 325-651-5352. You may mail your Additional information will be published in future deposit with your name, address and phone num- issues of The Angelus, or you can call Fr. Frank neighboring parishes near ber to Christ the King Retreat Center, 802 Ford Chavez at Our Lady of San Juan, (432) 570-0952. Coleman for this special day of St., San Angelo, TX 76905. prayer and thanksgiving. The St. Joseph-Loraine festival Jul. 15 BK Ranch Pavilion is located Bishop thanks diocese for appeal St. Joseph's Catholic Church Annual Festival, one mile north of Coleman on Bishop Precioso Cantillas, of the Diocese of 402 Hinson St. Loraine, TX, will be Saturday, US Hwy 283. Refreshments Maasin, The Philippines, recently wrote to the July 15, from 10-11 a.m. will be served following the people of the Diocese of San Angelo regarding Mass. The Angelus JUNE 2006 Page 3 Human sexuality a gift from God CONFESSION: How By Michael D. Pfeifer, OMI ality, there is no love. Where the to order body and soul, mind Bishop of San Angelo individual puts himself or her- and heart to the greater gift of self first, there is no love. self to the other. to go, what to do Society cannot ignore the Where the satisfaction of per- "Casual sex leads to single (From 1) sexual values it passes on to its sonal desire controls a relation- parents, abortions, sexually children and teenagers. A sound ship, love dies. To form a true transmitted disease, not even to Beatitudes, and the example of Christ and then prays to God for society is built on stability in the communion of persons between mention emotional pain and forgiveness.* family. A strong family is a man and a woman requires heartbreak. Many are afraid to formed where love is found, discipline in controlling one's say sexual activity outside of Going to Confession beginning between a husband selfishness. Casual sex before marriage is wrong. Yet more and The priest welcomes the penitent and then both make the sign of the and wife in marriage. marriage injures the capacity to more of our young people are cross, saying, "In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Sex and true love go together. love. But chastity and purity courageously taking a stand Holy Spirit, Amen." Next the priest briefly urges the penitent to have To strengthen this idea, I share increase the capacity for intima- against our permissive society. confidence in God.* with you some thoughts that I cy and love enjoyed in lasting Can we afford not to help our If the penitent is unknown to the priest, it is proper for the penitent to have borrowed from a recent fidelity. young appreciate the gift of sex- indicate his or her state of life, the time of the last confession, difficul- article on Sex and True Love by "Love must come before com- uality by example and word? Do ties in leading the Christian life, and anything else that may help the Bishop Arthur Serratelli that mitment; and the covenant of we want to deny our young the confessor in exercising his ministry as Christ's agent of forgiveness.* appeared in Forum. marriage before intimacy. …A gift of real love?" "Human sexuality is a gift virtue that guides and strength- When lived according to The Word of God from God. It is also a challenge. ens us in our sexuality is the God's design, our sexuality Then the priest or the penitent may read a passage from the Bible. It demands denying oneself for virtue of chastity. "Chastity enables us to live healthy, Suggested passages include Ezekiel 11:19-20, Matthew 6:14-15, Mark the good of the other. Where leads to mature, personal inte- happy, and holy lives. 1:14-15, Romans 5:8-9, Ephesians 5:1-2, 1 John 1:6-7 and 9, or anoth- there are no boundaries to sexu- gration. It enables the individual er text from Sacred Scripture.* por del escritorio de obispo Confession of Sins and the Act of Penance The penitent then confesses his or her sins. The name and number of each serious sin must be mentioned. If necessary, the priest should help El Perdón está en el Corazón de la Reconciliación the penitent to make a complete confession and to have sincere sorrow “Perdona nuestras ofensas, como nosotros perdonamos a los que donamos a otros. Reflejemos for sins against God. The sorrow a penitent feels for his or her sins is también nosotros perdonamos a nos ofenden.” En la Escritura, un poco más profundamente en known as contrition and must include a resolve to sin no more and to los que nos ofenden.” el perdón humano es visto esta parábola. Pedro se acercó avoid all future occasions of sin. Through confession of sins, the peni- Somos todos pecadores, y como una contraparte al divino. a Jesús y le preguntó: “Si mi tent "looks squarely at the sins he is guilty of, takes responsibility for todos Está en el corazón del Padre hermano me ofende, ¿cuántas them, and thereby opens himself again to God and to the communion nosotros Nuestro. El desafío es para veces tengo que perdonarlo? of the Church in order to make a new future possible."* necesitamos nosotros llegar a ser como Dios, ¿Hasta siete veces?” Jesús le The priest then offers suitable advice to help the penitent to begin a new el perdón que es nuestro Padre que per- contestó, “No solo hasta siete, life and, when appropriate, leads him or her to resolve to make appropri- constante dona, nuestro creador y nuestra sino hasta setenta veces siete.” ate restitution for the harm he or she has caused others. The priest offers de Dios. guía, que es rico en misericor- Entonces Jesús les dijo: “El an act of penance or satisfaction on the penitent. The penance corre- Gracias a dia y compasión. Reino de los cielos es semejante sponds to the seriousness and nature of the sins and may suitably take the Dios que Para entender como el a un rey que quiso ajustar cuen- form of prayer, self-denial, and especially service to one's neighbor and nuestro perdón humano es ligado al tas con sus servidores.” works of mercy. Such a "penance" serves not only to make up for the Dios siem- perdón divino, revisemos varios Entonces Jesús pasa a decir la past but also to help the penitent to begin a new life and provides the pen- pre está dis- pasajes bíblicos que nos traen parábola acerca de un rey, un itent with an antidote or means to overcome weakness.* puesto a per- Pfeifer cara a cara con esta conexión. maestro, que decidió liquidar donar nuestros pecados, nues- En el Libro del Eclesiástico cuentas con sus servidores deu- The Prayer of the Penitent tras faltas y nuestros errores, (Sirácides), capítulos 27 y 28, dores. “El primero que le pre- After this, the penitent prays a prayer expressing sorrow for his or porque “El Señor es compasivo Dios nos dice “Perdona la ofen- sentaron le debía muchos mil- her sins and resolving not to sin again. A card with several examples y misericordioso, lento a la ira sa a tu prójimo, y así, cuando lones. Como no tenía con qué of the prayer may be provided in the confessional. The penitent may y rico en clemencia” (Salmo pidas perdón se te perdonarán pagar, el señor mandó que lo recite the prayer by heart or read it. 103) tus pecados. Si un hombre le vendieran a él, a su mujer, a sus Here is one example of the Prayer of the Penitent: Durante este Año de guarda rencor a otro, ¿le puede hijos y todas sus posesiones, My God, Reconciliación para nuestra acaso pedir la salud al Señor? para saldar la deuda.” Pero I am sorry for my sins with all my heart. diócesis, necesitamos meditar El que no tiene compasión de escuchamos en la parábola que In choosing to do wrong seriamente sobre lo que está en un semejante, ¿cómo pide el servidor se arrojó a sus pies y and failing to do good, el corazón de la reconcil- perdón de sus pecados? le suplicaba a su maestro—“Ten I have sinned against you iación—EL PERDÓN—y para Cuando el hombre que guarda paciencia conmigo y te lo whom I should love above all things. recordarnos a nosotros mismos rencor pide a Dios el perdón de pagaré todo.” Y luego I firmly intend, with your help, de la constante admonición sus pecados, ¿hallará quien escuchamos que el rey tuvo lás- to do penance, bíblica que si verdaderamente interceda por él?” tima de aquel servidor y per- to sin no more, queremos el perdón de Dios, La parábola más desafiante donó al servidor toda la deuda. and to avoid whatever leads me to sin. tenemos que estar siempre dis- de Jesús en cuanto a la conex- Pero después Our Savior Jesus Christ puestos a perdonar a nuestro ión entre el perdón humano y escuchamos como este Suffered and died for us. prójimo. De hecho, en el Padre divino, se encuentra en el servidor perdonado se In his name, my God, have mercy.* Nuestro condicionamos el Evangelio de San Mateo encontró con uno de perdón que le pedimos a Dios (18:21-35). En esta parábola, sus compañeros, que le debía Absolution by the Priest que nos de, según la manera rica con significado y desafió, poco dinero. Fue tan exigente Following this prayer, the priest extends his hands, or at least his que estamos dispuestos a per- Jesús claramente indica que en su demanda que casi lo right hand, over the head of the penitent and pronounces the formula donar a otros. “Perdona nues- nuestro Padre divino no nos See ABSOLUTION/15 tras ofensas, como también perdonará si nosotros no per- Page 4 JUNE 2006 The Angelus The Year of Reconciliation Forgiveness: The heart of the Sacrament of Reconciliation "Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive against another and expect healing from and begged his companion, "Be patient passes as we forgive those who trespass those who trespass against us" the Lord? Could anyone refuse mercy to with me, and I will pay you back." Then against us." Do we really realize what we another like himself, can he seek pardon we hear the astounding words that the first are saying? It is dangerous to pray this By Bishop Michael D. Pfeifer for his own sins? If one who is but flesh servant who already had been forgiven a way because we are telling God to forgive Diocese of San Angelo cherishes wrath, who will forgive his huge amount, refused and he had his fel- us according to the way we forgive our sins?" low servant put in prison until he paid neighbor. If we are not willing to forgive We are all sinners, and we all need God's The most challenging parable of Jesus as back the debt. Then the word gets back to others, then we are telling God not to for- constant forgiveness. Thank God that regards linking human and divine forgive- the compassionate and just master by those give us. It needs to be pointed out that an our God is always willing to forgive our ness, is found in Matthew's Gospel (18:21- who witnessed this despicable deed, and essential part of confession is a sincere sins, our faults and our mistakes, because 35). In that parable that is rich with mean- once again the master summons the unfor- purpose of amendment. If we go to con- "The Lord is kind and merciful, slow to ing and challenge, Jesus clearly points out giving servant before him, saying "You fession, and are not willing to give up our anger and rich in compassion." (Ps. 103) that our heavenly Father will not forgive us wicked servant! I forgave you your entire anger, hatred, vengeance and envy, or any As we go through this special Year of if we do not forgive others. Let us reflect debt because you begged me to. Should other sin, then we block God's mercy of Reconciliation for our diocese, we need to a little more deeply on this parable. Peter you not have had pity on your fellow ser- the sacrament of Penance, and God does seriously meditate on what is at the heart approached Jesus and asked him, "Lord, if vant, as I had pity on you?" And then we not forgive us not because God cannot for- of reconciliation-FORGIVENESS-and to my brother sins against me, how often must hear that in anger the master handed him give us, but because we hinder the divine remind ourselves of the constant biblical I forgive? As many as seven times?" Jesus over to the torturers until he should pay healing mercy to come into our lives. This admonition that if we truly want God's for- answered, "I say to you, not seven times back the whole debt. Then comes the star- is why the Church constantly encourages giveness, then we must always be willing but seventy-seven times." Then Jesus goes tling and frightful conclusion and sobering frequent confession for all, especially to forgive our neighbor. In fact, in the Our on to tell the parable about a king, a master, moral application of this parable when when we are dealing with strong tempta- Father we condition the forgiveness that who decided to settle accounts with his Jesus tells Peter and his disciples-and tells tions and sinful situations in our lives, we ask God to give us, according to the debtor servants. A servant was brought all of us-"So will my heavenly Father do to because confession not only removes sin, manner we are willing to forgive others- before the king who owed him a huge you, unless each of you forgives your but gives us the actual graces to overcome "Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive amount. As he had no way of paying this brother (sister) from your heart." sin and evil tendencies. those who trespass against us." In great debt, the master was going to sell him We all need God's forgiveness, and our We all need forgiveness from God Scripture, human forgiveness is seen as a along with his wife, children and all his heavenly Father is always ready to forgive because we are sinners and thank God we counterpart to the divine. It stands at the property in payment of the debt. But we us when we plead for God's mercy with have the beautiful sacrament of forgive- heart of the Lord's Prayer. The challenge hear in the parable that the servant fell sincere and humble hearts. We need to ness and Reconciliation and Penance that is for us to become like God, who is our down and begged his master-"Be patient honestly and humbly remind ourselves that is always available to us. The grace of this forgiving Father, our creator and our guide, with me, and I will pay you back in full." if we are not willing to forgive others, then sacrament gives us the power and the who is rich in mercy and compassion. And then we hear that the master was God will not forgive us, not because our encouragement to go out and forgive oth- To understand how human forgiveness is moved with compassion at his plea and for- compassionate God doesn't want to or can't ers who have hurt us and to seek forgive- linked to divine forgiveness, let us review gave the servant the entire debt. forgive us, but we through pride, envy and ness from those that we have hurt. several scriptural passages that bring us But then we hear how this forgiven ser- hate block God's mercy and forgiveness Each one of us who has been on planet face to face with this connection. In the vant went out and found a fellow servant from entering our lives and our hearts. earth for a few years can think of people Book of Sirach, chapters 27 and 28, God who owed him just a small debt. He was This is an astounding but real fact of the who have hurt us, who have offended us. tells us "Forgive your neighbor's injustice; so strong is his demand that his companion Christian life. In the great prayer that Jesus And if we are honest, we must humbly then when you pray, your own sins will be repay the debt even to the point of choking taught us, we condition the way we want forgiven. Could anyone nourish anger him. The fellow servant fell to his knees God to forgive us: "Forgive us our tres- (See FORGIVENESS/14) Fr. Oberle: The process of forgiveness In Holy Week we celebrated once core of our being. We know that and the offender spent almost 20 Barnabas again the greatest act of God’s for- we have to forgive, but it is very years in jail.) giveness in history. Jesus Christ ! c. fi rst century has sacrificed his life so that we hard. For those cases I would Recognize your pain and feast – June 11 can be reconciled with God. It is like to offer a process of forgive- poverty. Admit that you have appropriate for us to reflect on the ness -- a 12-step program, if you been hurt. Don’t try to deny it; The story of this early process of forgiveness in our own will. accept the evidence that is pres- missionary, a Cypriot Jew lives. I have asked Fr. James When one has been hurt badly ent; do not minimize it; do not Oberle, Vice-Rector of the called Joseph, is told in the Assumption Seminary in San the process usually unfolds slow- excuse it. Jesus forgives with the Antonio, to write an article on for- ly. One needs to think about full knowledge of what we have Acts of the Apostles. He was giveness for The Angelus during what has happened; one needs to done. Even pain with this knowl- named Barnabas (“son of this Year of Reconciliation. fully understand the hurt. Then edge he chooses to forgive. encouragement”) by the Twelve one needs to forgive totally or ! Share your pain. It is Apostles when he sold property By Fr. James Oberle, S.S. not at all. One cannot be forced important to talk about what has Assumption Seminary to forgive and one cannot par- happened. Not to wallow in it and gave them the money tially forgive. If I choose to for- but to understand it and to allow (4:36-37). He introduced the Crosiers Sometimes the offense give I must let go of all the hurt. another to help shoulder the bur- against us is perceived as small convert Paul to the apostles What might this forgiveness den. This can be done with a (9:27), was officially sent by the Jerusalem church to and we can forgive immediately; process look like? priest, a spouse or a good friend. we can do so even if the offend- ! Deciding not to seek ! Grieve your loss. You have Antioch (11:22-26), was set apart with Paul by the Spirit ing party has not formally asked revenge. I will not go back at lost a significant part of yourself. for a mission to Cyprus (13:2), attended the Council of for forgiveness. We forgive the other. (This does not mean You may have lost your inno- Jerusalem (15:12), and returned to Cyprus with Mark because we do not want to carry that I will not seek civil or crimi- cence or your childlike sense of (15:36-41). By tradition, he was martyred there. the hurt. However there are other nal penalties. Pope John Paul II joy. Do not blame yourself. You times when the offense is very forgave his attacker but allowed Saints for T oday © 20052006 CNS significant and it pierces to the the criminal process to proceed (See OBERLE/6) The Angelus JUNE 2006 Page 5 DIOCESAN DATES Letter to the Editor Immaculate Heart - 6:30 p.m. CKRC. Bishop’s Calendar Meet with Pastor, Pastoral and 9-11 -- Rachel’s Vineyard, CKRC. JUNE Finance Councils 12-17 -- Love & Mysticism Is it the truth we’re Seminar, with Msgr. Joe James, 8-10 -- NOTRE DAME, Ind.: -- JULY South Bend, Notre Dame - 2006 CKRC. 1 -- SAN ANGELO: Wedding, 17 -- Deacon Discernment, concerned with? First National Encuentro for Holy Angels. Hispanic Youth and Young Adult CKRC. I find it interesting that there seems to be so 2 -- FT. STOCKTON: Prison 26-30 -- “Make A Difference” much energy spent in commenting on the book Ministry Mass, 1:30 p.m. 11 -- SAN ANTONIO -- 50th Justice Service Experience, CKRC. and now recent movie The DaVinci Code. Why 4 -- SAN ANGELO: Fourth of are we giving this book and movie greater power Priestly Anniversary of Bishop July Mass, 9 a.m., Sacred Heart Thomas Flanagan at 3:30 p.m. CKRC Calendar than it deserves? Last month The Angelus carried Cathedral. 9-11 -- Beginning Experience six different articles about this issue. Several 12 --SAN ANGELO: Prayer for 4-6 -- SAN JUAN: Meeting of Charismatic Group at Christ the Rachel's Vineyard weeks ago the America magazine also contained Texas, Mexico Bishops 12 -- Heart of Mercy Prayer Group an article commenting on some of the claims King Retreat Center, 9:30 a.m.’ 7-8 -- DALLAS: Jubilee St. Mary's Barrio Mass at 6:30 16-17 -- Deacon Discernment made by the author which is totally fictitious. I am Celebration for Bishop Charles Program reminded of the Shakespearian mantra, "Me p.m. at Pete Chapa Park Grahmann 13 -- COLEMAN: Rural Life Mass, 19 -- Heart of Mercy Prayer Group thinks he protests too much." 9 -- EDEN – Mass at Detention 21 -- San Angelo-Deanery Meeting I keep asking myself: there are thousands of Beck Knox Ranch, 6:30 p.m. Center 15-17 -- LOS ANGELES - 22-25 -- Girl's Chrysalis Flight people dying of hunger in Africa every day and yet 16 -- MENARD: Silver Jubilee 26 -- Heart of Mercy Prayer Group people have more passion about this book than Spring Meeting of the U.S. Mass of Father Michael Udegbunam, Conference of Catholic Bishops 26-30 Justice & Service Workshop the reality of hunger. Where is the outrage over 11:15 a.m., Sacred Heart. hunger? There are hundreds of women and chil- 18 -- SAN ANGELO: Marriage 12-28 -- Vacation Jubilee Day Mass, Sacred Heart dren who are being "trafficked" each month across Cathedral, 2 p.m. Necrology -- July our borders for prostitution but we are more upset 20-21 -- SAN ANTONIO: Chancellor’s Calendar 2 -- Rev. Bernard Degan, C.M. (1979) about how the "undocumented" are threatening Wedding Anniversary (CKRC = Christ the King Retreat Center) 2 -- Deacon Floyrd Frankson (1992) our security? People are dying of AIDS throughout 22 SAN ANGELO: St. JUNE 4 -- Rev. Msgr Charles Dvorak (1963) the world and this cry is met with the same Joseph's Barrio Mass at 6:30 p.m. 7 -- Presbyteral Council, DOSA. 10 -- Rev. Emil J. Gerlich (1969) response as the cry of Rama of old. Recently 23-25 -- MEXICO CITY 7 -- DOSA priests’ dinner with 19 -- Rev. Msgr. Andrew Marthaler there is a proposal by the Catholic Church to allow 27 -- ABILENE, Sacred Heart - Lubbock priests, CKRC. (1984) condoms to be used by married couples when one 6:30 p.m. Meet with Pastor, 8-11 -- Young Adult Encuentro, 22 -- Bishop Thomas J. Drury (1992) of them has AIDS to prevent the other one from Pastoral & Finance Councils Notre Dame Indiana 26 -- Deacon Jose Rosales (2000) contacting the disease. I suspect there will be 29 -- SWEETWATER: 9-11 -- Beginning Experience, 26 -- Deacon Adel Campos (2002) outrage over this proposal but there seems to be little over the number of people dying every day of Obituary this disease. On what basis do we become enraged? What is it about these issues whereby we either yawn or become personally involved? People will continue to write books and make Deacon Wayne Rock movies on a whole range of topics. Many of these books and movies will be novels and they will December 21, 1918-May 15, 2006 stretch the truth and try to make the subject mat- ter more enticing and filled with romance and even BIG SPRING. Wayne Rock, 87, died Monday, May 15, On August 28, 1976, Wayne was ordained a Catholic half-truths. After all, one doesn't have to tell the 2006, after a lengthy illness. Deacon in the Diocese of San Angelo. During his dia- truth; all one has to do is to make the situation He was born December 12, 1918 in Snyder, Okla., to conate, he was a dedicated servant to Immaculate Heart believable. Our going to war in Iraq proves that the late William and Myrtle Rock. He served in the US of Mary parish in Big Spring where among his many point. Air Force during WWII where he was stationed in Italy other duties he served in the Men's Club. But when will we respond to the truth of hunger in our world, when will we respond to the truth of with the rank of Master Sergeant. Wayne graduated from Wayne is survived by his wife of 39 years, Joan, and the injustice of "trafficking of women and children", the Southwest Photos Arts Institute in Dallas. their three daughters: Tasha Barlow and husband, Robert when will we respond to the truth of the lack of He was united in marriage to Joan Thompson on of Austin; Tonya Williams and husband Chris of Hutto, medical assistance around the world, when will we November 26, 1966. and Lana Liles and husband James of Eagle Point, Colo., respond to the truth that all people have a God- He lived in many places in his lifetime; however he and one son, Barry Rock of Colo. He has one surviving given right to a dignity and value just from being considered two places to be home -- St. Louis, Mo., and brother, Decisel Rock of Norman City, Okla. Wayne is human? On what basis are we able to tolerate Big Spring. Wayne worked in the educational film and also survived by grandchildren Elaine and Lenci some injustices but not others? Is our lack of response to the hunger problem really less of a commercial photography industry for more than 30 years. Williams, Christopher Moore, Melanie Liles, Kristyn and sin than those who deliberately try to misguide us He worked for the University of Oklahoma filming Chelsea Rock and one great granddaughter, Abigail through novels and other media? Is our failure to movies and football games and he later made a training Moore. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and many observe the mandate of chapter 25 of Matthew's video for NASA astronauts. After moving to Big Spring, friends also survive him. In addition to his parents, he Gospel any less culpable than those who misinter- Wayne worked for Gamco Educational Software before was preceded in death by four brothers, Bert, Cecil, pret Scripture when writing novels? Is it really truth his retirement. Following his retirement he worked as a Wilbur and RC and by one sister, Opal. we are seeking or are we bothered only when our substitute teacher for Forsan ISD. Memorial funds have been established in his name for comfortableness is disturbed? What really is the greatest obstacle to truth: those who misrepresent As an active citizen of Big Spring, Wayne was on the Catholic Prison Ministries and Odyssey Healthcare of Big it in their writings or those of us who misrepresent board of the Big Spring chapter of the American Business Spring. it in our living? To whom does the finger of blame Club (ABCs) in the ‘70s and ‘80s and the local Rotary We would like to thank the staff of the Veteran's point to? club in the ‘90s. He was also on the Howard County Fair Administration and most importantly, Lisa and Roxy of Board and the Planning and Zoning Board for many years. Odyssey Hospice for their help and support. -- Rev. Mark Miller Page 6 JUNE 2006 The Angelus CONFIRMATION Sacrament gives us strength to share faith, words, deeds From the Publisher: In preparation for the The clustered God's will. Receiving the Holy Spirit in a celebration of the Sacrament of Parishes of Sts. special way is an event that does not hap- Confirmation in each parish, I send a letter to the candidates inviting them to write me Boniface, Joseph pen only once and for all in our lives on a letter explaining their understanding of and Thomas Confirmation day. It is an ongoing event this wonderful sacrament and the new com- Churches had in the here and now. When we allow the ing of the Holy Spirit. I share with you the confirmations on Holy Spirit to enlighten us, when we inspirational reflections by the Confirmation April 26 at St. Candidates of the Churches of South come to the realization of the good and Boniface Church, evil in our lives, when we are able to for- Odessa as they prepared for the celebration Olfen. Bishop of Confirmation on April 29, 2006. Michael confirmed give, when we are able to inspire, when -- Bishop Michael Pfeifer, OMI 22 students. we are able to go beyond strength and limitation, when we try to be the living From: The Catholic Churches of South image and likeness of God, when we rec- Odessa (St. Anthony, St. Joseph & St. ognize the importance of the Martin) sacraments and prayer in our lives-all these are made possible by the Holy April 11, 2006 Spirit. Earlier, we mentioned that we are Dear Bishop Pfeifer, growing into maturity and for this we thank God. However, as we go through Please know that as we approach our life, we pray that we may never forget the confirmation day, it seems as if we are child that will always remain within each sitting on pins and needles-eager for our one of us: so full of simplicity and humil- confirmation day to arrive at the same ity, so full of hope, appreciative and con- time excited that we will soon be receiv- tent with little things and happy in spite ing the Holy Spirit in a deeper and fuller of deprivations and difficulties. We pray manner. As we .. grow slowly but surely that we become less serious and more into maturity, we realize, more than ever, joyful, less selfish and more giving, less that The Holy Spirit is God's spirit, the angry and more loving and forgiving, less spirit of God's LOVE, God Himself, for sophisticated and more simple and trust- God is love. ing, less discouraged and better motivat- The scripture readings (3rd Sunday of On May 10, 2006 at St. Stephen's, Midland, thirty six youth and twelve adults received the ed, less self-centered and more Christ- Easter) spoke about our Lord Jesus, the sacrament of Confirmation. In their letter to Bishop Michael D. Pfeifer, which he quoted centered, other centered. We pray that we Righteous One, who removed the masks during his homily, they said: "We're ready to accept God, follow him, and do his will. We know, this is not the end of learning about our faith but merely the beginning of the long become true and authentic in word and in of fear, ignorance and unbelief from his deed. In this way we can say that we have weak and unbelieving followers. The road leading to paradise….We promise to keep precious the greatest gift we have been given from God, our lives-living with respect for ourselves and others and supporting the truly received the Holy Spirit on greetings of Jesus when he first appeared dignity of life." Confirmation day, and continue to allow to his apostles after he rose from the dead Him to make us His living temples, avail- was PEACE. HE was, in a sense, telling our fears. In Confirmation, we are anointed with ing ourselves of His gifts. them "do not be afraid... your sins are The Risen Lord has given the Holy oil, sealed with the Holy Spirit and This is the fruit of our reflection, forgiven." He understood their fears and Spirit to us but the problem is that we do strengthened in the Spirit's gift. The Bishop. Please pray for us that what we weaknesses. Fear is the one of the great- not know him enough. Thanks to our par- sacrament of Confirmation gives us spe- have written does not remain on paper est roadblocks to peace. It can paralyze us ents who have enrolled us in Religious cial strength. to share our faith in words but that they be incarnated in us. to inaction or dissuade us from acting Education and to our Religious Education and deeds. Witnesses to Jesus! We know Respectfully in Jesus and Mary, according to God's ways. It is the Holy teachers who were instrumental in intro- that the gifts of the Holy Spirit that we Confirmation Class 2006 Spirit who helps us face and overcome ducing the Holy Spirit to us. Now, we received initially at Baptism help us to The Catholic Churches of South Odessa know Him a little bit more. grow in our relationship with God and do OBERLE: Forgiveness more about the future than it is about the past (From 4) excuse the offense but it tried to help us the Easter Paschal Mystery as a guide. It and reconciliation. We often use them understand why the person committed the is death and resurrection. You have died. together but they are different. are the victim. Acknowledge what has offense. It may be the person’s upbring- Now you must rise again. Reconciliation means to come back happened and embrace the sadness. ing; it may be a lack of emotional intelli- !Stop trying so hard to forgive. At together. While God always reconciles ! Accept your anger. It is healthy and gence; it may be substance abuse; it may times I think the Church can do us a dis- when God forgives, it may be best if two it is necessary. We think we cannot get be emotional impairments. Whatever the service. We are told that we must forgive. people did not see each other. Forgiveness angry. It is not the anger that is the prob- motivation it helps the healing process if Yet you hurt so much that it will take can be real and total and yet the two peo- lem; it’s what we do with the anger. Do we can come to some understanding of time. Give yourself the time. Don’t be ple should remain separate. The separa- we lash out or are we motivated to seek the mindset of the offender. thinking about forgiveness all the time. tion may be best for all concerned. forgiveness? ! Develop a sense of empathy, compas- Let it happen naturally. Forgiveness is often thought about ! Forgive yourself any part in the sion and love. To be able to forgive some- ! Open yourself to God’s grace. As a from the perspective of the past. In reality offense. Sometimes we can think that if I one needs a good self-image and a strong subset of the previous statement we must it is about the future. What kind of future had behaved differently then the offense sense of self. One needs to be able to love allow God’s goodness and God’s promise do you want for yourself? Is it bound by would not have occurred. We can delude even those perceived to be unlovable. to be with us to heal us and carry us for- past hurts or is it open to newness and ourselves with this line of thinking. You ! Place the offense in the context of ward. Be willing to pray for the grace of life? The choice is always ours. We are are the victim, not the offender. your life. This is not to minimize it, but it forgiveness. invited to be liberated from the past so ! Understand your offender. This is a should help contain it.It is not your whole ! Decide if you will reconcile. Note that that we can embrace a new life in Christ. process called reframing. It does not life unless you allow it to be. Try to use there is a difference between forgiveness The Angelus JUNE 2006 Page 7 Hispanic Ministry: Responding to new realities in today’s world By Deacon Clemente Villa Culture Center. The course title was to this type of ministry. The other stu- ministry current and accurate. The "Fostering Latino Leadership for Church dents treated us with utmost respect and instructors made use of the most techno- A year ago, if someone were to ask me and Society". The most striking thing open arms. There was no language barri- logical media (laptop computers and "What is Hispanic Ministry?", I would that caught my attention was the tremen- er. They were understanding of my and Power-point presentations) to make learn- have asked my own questions; "Do we dous growth of Hispanics in the United my wife's usage of "Tex-Mex". ing easy and efficient. There can be no have Hispanic Ministry in my church, in States of America. The second most There were several things that high- words to express the value of this training. my Diocese, in my heart"? Honestly, I striking thing was how slow the Church lighted my experience at MACC. The There was also a valuable workshop did not know the answer. Then I was was and is in ministering to these people. first was that every class started with a given by two instructors from MACC at asked to serve our Hispanic people in the My job is to minister to these people. Let morning prayer and ended with evening Christ The King Retreat Center in San Diocese of San Angelo. The question us pray to God that His will be done. Mass. The classroom was situated near a Angelo. In March 2006, 24 members of came from the Director of the Diaconate, My experience at MACC was most courtyard that had a eight foot bronze the Diocese of San Angelo attended the the Chancellor, the Bishop, and God. influenced by those other students that I statue of Our Lady of Guadalupe with workshop. The title of the workshop was Today, I can answer the question because met who were attending the school. San Juan Diego kneeling by her side. “Culturally Sensitive Home Visiting.” of my experience at the Mexican These other students were from dioceses Another highlight was the quality of the The workshop taught goal and objective American Cultural Center (MACC), that spanned the United States. These instructors. They are proficient in bilin- writing. The most valuable knowledge workshops, and a plan that is being students are very active in their parishes gual instruction. They simultaneously was plan development regarding team developed for the Diocese of San Angelo. and are working in their diocese in taught in English and Spanish. The building and training. I thank MACC for In March of 2006 I attended a seminar Hispanic ministry. All the other students instructors had the most recent data avail- their generosity and knowledge. in San Antonio at the Mexican American knew that my wife, Abby, and I were new able to them, which made assumptions in See HISPANIC/14 Building a city of God in the Concho Valley By Deborah Michalewicz energetic and enthusiastic ASU chef, Mark Bruton, brought his Respondiendo a Association of Mexican American portable BBQ pit. The ecumenical experience is Students (AMAS) who heard about The neighborhood work was alive and well in the North Concho St. Therese's community efforts finalized with the delivery of a Nuevas Realidades Valley in conjunction with when St. Therese Pastoral large box of groceries to each of Rebuilding Together - Christmas in Coordinator Sr. Mary Kay Bailey the homeowners provided by the Por el Diacono Clemente Villa April. April 1 started out with was preaching at the ASU Newman North Concho Valley Pantry, anoth- Grape Creek Baptist Church host- Center. er ecumenical group of partners Hace un ano, si acaso alquien me hubiera preguntado "¿Que ing St. Therese Catholic Church, The five homeowners all hap- from Carlsbad Church of Christ, es Ministerio Hispano?" yo me haria mis propias prequentas; Grape Creek United Methodist pened to be widows ranging in age West Texas Christian Fellowship, ¿Tenenmos Ministerio Hispano en mi Iglesia, en mi Diocesis, Church, and Water Valley United from their late 60s to early 90s. Grape Creek United Methodist Methodist Church for a burrito They provided energy to the group Church, Carlsbad First Baptist en mi corazon? Honestamente, no conocia la respuesta en ese breakfast prepared by Head Chef with constant smiles and hugs. That Church, Water Valley United entonces. Me han preguntado servir al Ministerio Hispano en Dr. Billy Warrick. Then teams day, the ecumenical teams complet- Methodist Church, and St. Therese la Diocesis de San Angelo. La pregunta vino del director de headed by St. Therese Catholic's ed repairs on five houses and six Catholic Church. Diaconos, del Canciller, del Obispo, y Dios. El dia de hoy J.D. Gould headed out to their five yards by repairing thresholds, put- Elizabeth Gaynor, Rebuilding puedo contestar la pregunta debido a mi experiencia en el homes while teams led by Grape ting down underlayment and vinyl Together Executive Director, makes Centro Cultural Mexico Americano (MACC), talleres y un plan Creek Baptist's Steve Hochreiter's tile, repairing and replacing doors, the process easy by facilitating an que se ha venido desarrollando para la Diocesis de San Angelo. heard the in-depth plans for the installing hand rails and grab bars, Open House -- this year catered by En Marzo del 2006 asisti a un curso en San Antonio Texas al day. patching walls, painting, and build- Central High School's Culinary Centro Cultural Mexico Americano (MACC). El titulo del On site, the teams were met by ing a wheelchair ramp among other Arts Division -- and empowering a taller fue "Animar el Liderazgo Latino para la Iglesia y la even more help. St. Therese, as a things. The group also had a team dedicated crew of warehouse assis- Sociedad". Lo mas impresionante que llamo mi atencion fue el member of West Texas Organizing of Yard Angels who raked, pruned, tants to supply materials and enorme crecimiento de la comunidad Hispana en los Estado Strategy (WTOS) gathered in swept, cleared, cleaned, and planted advice. Forty-five homes were Unidos de America. La segunda cosa mas impresionante fue Blackshear to assist in the City of flowers in front yards. completed by 38 teams throughout como la Iglesia esta trabajando demasiado lenta en la ayuda de San Angelo's neighborhood revital- Then the team and the homeown- the Concho Valley. ization efforts. There they were ers were treated to a lunch provided esta gente. Mi trabajo es ayudar a esta gente. Oremos a Dios met by folks from Carlsbad First by those church members who had Deborah Michalewicz is a parish- para que su mandamiento se cumpla. Baptist Church and 15 wonderfully spent the morning cooking. On site ioner at St. Therese in Carlsbad. Mi experiencia en MACC fue afectada positivamente por los estudiantes que conoci en esa escuela. Habia estudiantes de difer- entes diocesis de Estados Unidos. Estos estudiantes son muy Angelo Catholic School students write on Earth Day activos en sus parroquias y estan trabajando en su diocesis en el Ministerio Hispano. Algunos otros estudiantes, se dieron cuenta From the publisher: To celebrate Earth Day I asked Earth Day de que mi esposa y yo eramos nuevos en este tipo de ministerio. three children from Angelo Catholic School in San By Daniel Ramirez, 5th grade Los otros estudiantes nos recibierion con los brazos abiertos y nos Angelo to make presentations about their reflections in a service at Holy Angels. These are those thoughts: trataron con un gran respeto. No habia ninguna barrera en el Woods, plains, valleys and skies thar are so beau- lenguaje. Ellos entendian nuestro lenguaje de "Tex-Mex". Why the Earth is Important to Us tiful with God’s love. You see a truck’s smoke Habia varias cosas que remarcaria en mi experiencia en By Ruben Domniguez, 6th grade. though little but goes far. Breathe now and breathe MACC. La primera era que cada clase empezaba con una ora- in pollution. cion de la manana y terminaba con la Eucaristia por la tarde. The earth supplies us with a place to live and a You see a wild animal and see in its eyes a kind of El Salon de clases estaba situado cerca del jardin central en el place to thank God for what he has done. Some peo- loving, carefree spirit. A month alater a building cual se hallaba una estatua de bronce con 8 pies de altura de ple take for granted what God has done and litter on stands where you saw the creature. Use creatures as Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe con San Juan Diego arrodillado a this Earth. Some people complain that a trash can is a gift not a wall ornament. un lado de ella. Otra cosa que quisiera remarcar fue la calidad too far when there is too much trash in their cars, so Recycle cans, do anything. A friend points out that de los maestros. Ellos son muy eficientes en ensenanza they litter. Do you think Jesus complained when he it’s sad to drive on the streets and see bilingue. Ellos hablaban simultaneamente Ingles y espanol. was being nailed to the cross? So let’s remember on this day to appreciate what God has given us. See STUDENTS/10) (Mira MINISTERIO/14) Page 8 JUNE 2006 The Angelus The Ordination of Ariel R. Lagunilla and Ruben Covos Survey: Ordination class of 2006 more educated, more likely foreign born WASHINGTON (CNS) — Although the number of new priests remains steady, the ordination class of 2006 in the United States is better educated, older and more likely to be foreign-born than their colleagues of years past. Data gathered by the U.S. bishops’ Secretariat for Vocations and Priestly Formation was analyzed by the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate, the Catholic research Above, Bishop Michael organization based at Georgetown University in Washington, Pfeifer, center, with Fr. and made public May 1, as part of an annual report. Ruben Covos, left, and Fr. Ariel Lagunilla. Based by survey responses from 233 seminarians from 98 of the 195 U.S. dioceses and 24 of the more than 200 reli- At right, vocations director gious orders of men, CARA found that nearly 80 percent of Rev. Tom Barley, right, looks the men scheduled for ordination in 2006 had a bachelor’s on at Bishop Pfeifer during the ordination Mass. degree before entering the seminary and 30 percent had earned a graduate degree. The average age of the class of 2006 is 37, with 22 percent under 30 and 4 percent over 60. Almost a third of the men were born outside the United States. Based on responses to a separate survey of vocations direc- tors of U.S. dioceses and religious orders, “it appears that the number of ordinands remains steady,” the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops said in a news release. Ordinations num- ORDINATION: Priests are 2nd, 3rd ordained this year bered 438 last year and 454 the year before, according to the (From 1) Formation Statistics ed his studies at Assumption Official Catholic Directory. Seminary in San Antonio in The 144 diocesan vocation directors and heads of 44 reli- In the past nine years, ethnic and racial diversity has increased among we begin our priestly responsi- seminarians and candidates for the permanent diaconate but there is May 2006. He has also com- gious orders who responded to the survey estimated 359 bilities.” less diversity among students in lay ministry formation. pleted his internship at St. potential ordinands, but about 25 percent of dioceses and 90 2005-2006 1996-1997 2005- 1996- Invoking the names and 2006 1997 Mary's Church in Brownwood. percent of religious orders did not respond to the survey. messages of both Jesus Christ White 64% 77% “My family has been wait- Hispanic 15% 11% Exact ordination figures for 2006 will not be available until and St. Peter, the Most Rev. Asian 10% 9% ing for this wonderful occa- Black 5% 3% the 2007 Official Catholic Directory comes out next year. Students Other 6% 0% sion,” Lagunilla said. “Every

Michael D. Pfeifer told the two Theologate newest priests of the diocese, day, my mom has called and The Archdiocese of Newark, N.J., has the largest ordination “The privilege of the priest is White 75% 78% asked ‘When will you be class in 2006, with 17 men slated for ordination. The Hispanic 17% 15% that he is the shepherd of his peo- Asian 4% 4% ordained?’ ” Lagunilla said he Archdiocese of Washington reports 12 ordinands, the Black 3% 3% Deacon Other 1% 0% was unable to sleep the night ple,” Pfeifer said. “This is a min- Candidates Archdiocese of Denver 11 and the Diocese of Rockford, Ill., istry that has been passed down before his ordination and said 10. In the Diocese of Salt Lake City, Utah, where Catholics through the ages. All of us are White 79% 68% his biggest challenge as a Hispanic 12% 24% make up 8 percent of the population, four new priests are coworkers in the vineyard of the Asian 3% 2% diocesan priest would be his Black 3% 4% being ordained this year. Lord. Thank you for saying yes Students Other 3% 2% new environment and over- to Christ.” Lay Ministry coming the inherent language “These are quality men,” said Bishop Blase J. Cupich of Source: Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate Lagunilla was born to ©2006 CNS barrier, which he had little Rapid City, S.D., chairman of the U.S. bishops’ Committee on Francisco and Leonida Lagunilla problem with at his ordination. Vocations, in a statement. “They started out in the seminary on November 23, 1973 in Irosin, Sorsogon, Philippines and Covos, who calls Odessa’s Holy Redeemer Church with strong educational backgrounds and underwent thorough is the second of seven children. Previous to his acceptance his home parish, said he awoke “hungry” on ordination theological education and spiritual, human and pastoral for- as a seminarian for the Diocese of San Angelo, Lagunilla day. mation throughout their seminary experience. Covos said he considered being all he can be for the completed college seminary in the Philippines at Somascan Among the survey’s other findings: Father Seminary. He came to the Diocese of San Angelo in people to be his biggest challenge as a priest. August 1999 as a Pre-Theology student at Assumption “We are largely public figures, but we also have to ! The percentage of ordinands who are Asian (13 percent) is Seminary in San Antonio, completing his studies in May take care of ourselves, which is a constant challenge in higher than the U.S. Catholic Asian population overall (2 per- 2006. His internship was served at Sacred Heart Church in the priesthood,” Covos said. cent). The percentage of Hispanics (12 percent) is lower than Abilene. The ordination of Lagunilla and Covos are the sec- the U.S. Catholic Hispanic population (28 percent), and the Covos was born in Ft. Collins, Colo., June 22, 1973, ond and third of the year in the diocese. Fr. Emilio percentage of African-Americans (1 percent) is lower than the to Ervey and Felicitas Covos. Covos, who has six sis- Sosa, associate pastor at St. Ann in Midland, was U.S. Catholic African-American population (4 percent). ters and three brothers, is the youngest son. He grew ordained January 14. up in Presidio and later moved to Odessa. He complet- “This is getting to be a good habit,” Pfeifer told the ! The percentage of foreign-born ordinands increased from congregants. “Can we do this every six months?” 24 percent in 1998 to 27 percent last year to 30 percent in 2006. The Angelus JUNE 2006 Page 9 Knockin’ on heaven’s door Mt. Carmelite hermits work, pray, serve God 24/7 at hermitage near Christoval By Jimmy Patterson God 24/7, these hermits keep quite busy, Angelus Editor from rising at 3:30 every morning and attending chapel from 4-7 a.m., till the TOM GREENE day closes at 8 p.m., following vespers, or COUNTY -- "Welcome evening prayers (Please see “A day in the to heaven," the bearded life of a hermit,” below). man said as he opened A hermitage differs from a monastery in the door. that hermits, as the name suggests, do And while maybe not everything in silence and solitude. heaven in its most literal "We don't eat together or work togeth- sense, the Mt. Carmel er," Fr. Fabian said. "Monasteries are Hermitage, located in huge. Hermitages are usually small and rural Tom Green County, out of the way. I would suffocate in a is at least a reasonable monastery. Eighty guys living and mov- facsimile. ing together. You have your space here. Four hermits live here; This is a completely different vocation." a fifth is in training, if Hermitic life was a standard form of you will, working to religious consecration in show it is indeed the the early centuries of lifestyle he wants before Christianity. A renewed being taken in as a interest in the life sprung fifth permanent res- up in the 1980s. The her- ident. mits who live and work The hermitage is outside of Christoval are as peaceful a place Carmelite, deriving their as you're likely to Above, the front entry order from a devotion to find. Birds chirping, to the hermitage. At left, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel. breezes blowing the cloister area, and at The hermits who live and the occasional right, the altar in Mt. here mostly bake, tend Carmel’s church. Below, goats or mow during the peeling of a bell Fr. Fabian and Brother signaling another John David with their spring and summer part of the hermits' mouth-watering colach- months. They live in busy day. es. small one-room units The men here called cells, each com- make very little, church community for total commitment to God. plete with makeshift chapels, kneelers and a crucifix and require even less. Their leader, Fr. Fabian Maria "The beautiful thing about a hermitage is you never on the wall. Rosette, a Cuban American who grew up in Miami know what you will be doing tomorrow," he said. They watch little or no television -- although and began his priestly career in the diocese of Boston, "Maybe you'll be making jellies, maybe chocolates, Fr.Fabian occasionally will permit the viewing of was most recently parish priest at St. Margaret's and maybe feeding the goats. We just do whatever we videos from the History Channel or movies rated PG St. Joseph's in Odessa. Fifteen years ago, he traded in need to do to survive." the administrative duties that come with running a For people who live their life in total devotion to (See HERMITS/11) A day in the life of a hermit

Comments provided by Fr. Fabian Afterward, we work until 11:45, (located 1 mile down the road from Maria Rosette, hermitage director. then we have examination of con- the hermitage). science. From 4:30-5:30, we have another We get up at 3:30 every morning At 12 we go to the refectory, get hour of meditation and at 5:30 we and from 4-7 we are in chapel. our food and go to our cells and eat have vespers, or evening prayers. There, we have vigils, one hour of in silence. At 6 p.m., we have angelus then we meditation, then Mass and thanks- From 12:30-1:30, it's nap time. go get our evening meal. We go back giving. At 1:30, the bell rings and we do the to our cells and read and eat until 7. At 7 o'clock, we get our breakfast nine hours of the breviery and then At 7 the bell rings and we come to and go to our cells and eat. We then we come to the church to pray the the chapter room and we have our have lectio from the Bible rosary and the Litany for Our Lady. readings and our announcements for By 8:30 a.m., the bell rings for the From 2:15 to 4, we work. From 4- the next day. We then have our night Office of the Hours. 4:30 we go close the front gate prayers at 8 p.m. and then we retire. Page 10 JUNE 2006 The Angelus 2006 Diocesan Budget

DIOCESE OF SAN ANGELO Box 1829 San Angelo, TX 76902

June 2006

My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ:

I am presenting to you the approved budget for the Diocese of San Angelo for 2006-2007 which has been thoroughly reviewed by our MInistry/Department heads, the Diocesan Financial Council and the Presbyteral Council and which I am accepting as Bishop for the upcoming year.

I am extremely grateful for the support of our diocesan ministries and wish to similarly express my appreciation for your generosity to your individual parish and mission communities.

I ask the Lord to continue to bless our ministerial efforts in West Texas during this upcoming 2006-2007 year.

Your servant in Christ and Mary

Most Rev. Michael D. Pfeifer, OMI Bishop of San Angelo

STUDENTS: If we don’t take care of Earth, it may become just another dull rock From 7) (Read by Bridgette Degnan) oxygen our body cells need to stay alive. cause acid rain. There are fewer birds to Of all the planets God created in this God has given us magnificent beauties sing the morning song because our cities McDonald’s trash and Wal-mart trash solar system, Earth is like a diamond in of nature. We have the rain that makes the have expanded into their environments. everywhere. the rocks. This planet contains animals grass green, plants grow and trees bloom. Our vehicles of transportation and facto- The earth is a gift from God. Use it, and all living beings, plants and awesome The sounds of the birds and their morning ries deposit particles into the air. This don’t abuse it. It’s that one little thing that sunsets. God has given us life, magnifi- song reassure us that today will be a grat- makes breathing difficult for all beings makes a difference. You need the flowers cent beauty of nature but out human fam- ifying day. Our love of animals is like including ourselves. and the trees more. It’s what keeps us ily is guilty of abusing these gifts. playing with a litter of rambunctious, God has given us life, magnificent alive. Mess with Texas and you mess We are thankful to God for the life we active puppies. beauties of nature, but our human family with the world. have here on Earth. God gave us the As members of the human family, we is guilty of abusing these gifts. If we do resources we need to live and survive. He are all guilty of abusing these gifts. not take care of that bright diamond Our Planet Earth has given us food to nourish our bodies. Unwanted pollutants deposited into called earth, it may become just another By The 4th Grade Class The clean air that he gives us provides the oceans and lakes and have been known to dull rock.

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DIOCE-SCENES HERMITS: Corpus Christi Procession-Abilene Men show how The beauty and sweetness of the Lord and His creation was present in a very tangible way during the annual God provides Corpus Christi Procession and Coronation of the Blessed Mother (From 9) held May 14th at Sacred Heart Abilene. Organized by Sacred Heart parishioners, also present were many or G, but very rarely. Not surprisingly, one video ministries and members from all four among favorites is "Lilies of the Field," the Abilene parishes. Ministries included 1960s-era Sidney Poitier movie about a man Legion of Mary of Sacred Heart and St. Vincent, Guadalupanas of St. who comes to the aid of an order of nuns. Francis, Knights of Columbus, vested The hermits are called "brothers" and only Fr. Altar Servers, First Communicants, Queen's Court, Religious Education Fabian has taken priestly vows. Candidates for children, Women organizations, and the hermitage undergo a lengthy scrutiny so it many other ministries. Music was pro- can be properly determined if the candidate is vided by Sacred Heart Choirs and St. Francis' choir. At 6 p.m. the proces- coming because of a desire for a strict devotion sion started at the Adoration Chapel to God and not because he is running from and made its way to three outdoor something, according to Fr. Fabian. altars for adoration, singing, scripture readings and homily by Father Robert "Coming here for me was a response to a call Bush. The Coronation of the Blessed to a religious life," said Brother John David, a Mother and final Benediction were former resident of the Midland-Odessa area. held inside Sacred Heart. Just as Jesus entered into the ordinary events "You want to consecrate yourself to the Lord of daily life with His apostles and disci- and this way of life of prayer and intercession ples. How loving and faithful a God do for others, and for the salvation of souls." we have to fulfill His promise. "And behold, I am with you always, until the A resident at the hermitage for 12 of its 15 end of the age." Matthew 28:20. years, Brother John David says the hermits' work is 'For our own salvation and for the salva- tion of souls. That's our ministry." Brother Martin Mary, a former pre-med stu- dent from Fort Worth, said he entered into the hermitic life when he realized that years and years of schooling and medicine would distance him from a relationship with God. "I had good grades and aptitude scores to enter med school," he said. "About the same time, my senior year, I started growing and realizing and I Fr. Kozlow made a confession after a long time of not going to confession and from there I felt like I needed to Mission in rural move in this direction. I started going to mass parishes every day and then I got to a point where I knew I had to make a decision: If I was going to med A parish mission providing an excellent opportunity for spiritual Fr. Kolzow, born in Illinois and ordained in 1958 in Iowa. He has school for six years, I wouldn't have time for growth during this year of reconciliation proclaimed by Bishop taught in Illinois and Arizona, and lived and worked in Texas as an Mass or praying the rosary if I would be working Pfeifer for the San Angelo Diocese was held April 29-May 4 by the administrator, seminary teacher, spiritual advisor and vocation clustered parishes of St. Thomas, Miles; St. Boniface, Olfen, and director for many years. He served in the San Angelo Diocese 24- and 48-hour shifts. That I couldn't handle. St. Joseph, Rowena. The mission, on the theme of Reconciliation, from 1980-83 and again in 1987 and 1988. His many years of "I feel like I'm doing the right thing now. It's was given by Fr. Andrew Kolzow (left photo and at right with altar priesthood and varied assignments have provided him with wisdom boys), a Dominican priest from Houston. His preaching led parish- and understanding to preach Jesus Christ and to share God's 100 percent, everything we do is for God, every- ioners to understand that "a loving, provident, forgiving God calls blessings with those attending the mission. thing is consecrated for God, from the time you us to friendship and asks a response from us, from me!" wake up, everything." Mt. Carmel's bakery is the hermits' main source of income; not surprisingly they don't CDA’s 50th anniversary bring in a great deal of revenue. The men do The Catholic Daughters of The Americas, Rowena cele- have a small gift shop and a web site to pur- brated its 50th Anniversary of Court of Lady of Grace # chase what is made at the hermitage. The site can 1734. Celebrant was Fr. Bhaskar Morugudi- Court also be used to drop off prayer requests by email. Chaplain. Honorable guests included Olga Samaniego, Simple. Holy. Complete. Enriching. The life State Regent; Carolyn Bachmann, First Vice State of a hermit is something most of us will never Regent, and Ruth Halfmann, District Deputy. know, but one that is achieved, like anything else worth achieving, through the grace of God. "God provides," Fr. Fabian said. "Look at this place. Fifteen years ago, there was nothing here. We have worked hard for everything here." In July, the hermitage will celebrate its 15th anniversary. Page 12 JUNE 2006 The Angelus

From the Easy Chair FAMILY Motherly guidance a big part of priestly vocation ishop Pfeifer brought up the brought many members of his Odessa-based in service to God and Church, Leonida hoped to see -- or like a sealed letter they importance of mothers early at the family with him, including three brothers Lagunilla and Felicitas Covos have formed could not plainly read..” Bordination of Fr. Ariel Lagunilla and six sisters. And of course his mother, the faith of their sons into what it is today. Mothers lead us, inspire us, nudge us when and Fr. Ruben Covos, who, Fr. Covos said, played an instrumental Then there is the case of Fr. Emilio Sosa, we need to be nudged. We are who we are June 3, at the part in his decision to enter the priesthood. ordained January 14. Fr. Emilio was left because of them. While the debate about Cathederal of the “From when I was a young boy my orphaned at the age of two and was literally women in the church is likely to go on forev- Sacred Heart when he mother would give me constant invitations raised by the church. The Mother Church, as er, it is easy to see many women are critical called Mary the first to enter the priesthood,” Covos said follow- we often refer to it. to the church... not only those avowed and missionary by accept- ing his ordination Mass. “And I would Rev. Sosa began his studies at age 17. He those who give so much to the church in vol- ing God’s call to bring always tell her no. And then one day, my has the Mexican equivalent of a CPA, is an unteer capacities, but mothers who give us so a Savior into the world “no” gave way to “maybe” and then my artistic painter, a linguist -- speaking or much through the years. Patterson through the Virgin birth. “maybe” gave way to “yes” and here I am understanding as many as seven tongues -- My wife asked me the other night, “Do you It wasn’t long until mom was men- today celebrating my ordination.” and has degrees in theology and philosophy. think your mom is looking down with a dif- tioned again, as the just-ordained Fr. Ariel In these days when we are constantly He also enjoys hooping it up on the parish ferent perspective on everything now, and, Lagunilla, of the Philippines, told the 500 reminded by the media of the role of basketball team. seeing all she can see is praying for us?” in attendance that it was not possible for women in the church, stories that are Fr. Emilio has been provided for, for 29 of Of that I have no doubt. Because a moth- his mom to be present at his ordination often less than flattering, it’s nice to hear his 31 by the Church, his Surrogate Mother, if er’s love -- and her guidance and direction -- but intimated on occasion that she was these accounts, of Mary, and of the moth- you will. And look at where it has landed him. is forever. there in spirit. ers of both these priests who, in their role Alice Walker, one of eight daughters of a --- “Every day my mom has been calling, as inspirations to these newly-ordained Georgia sharecropper and author of “The Jimmy Patterson is Director of ‘Are you ordained yet?’ Fr. Lagunilla told priests, have no doubt had a small yet Color Purple,” said, “Mothers and grand- Communications for the Diocese of San the faithful, who laughed softly at the ref- profound impact on the life of Catholicism. mothers have, more often than not anony- Angelo. erence. By giving birth to and raising these two mously, handed on the creative spark, the And there was Fr. Ruben Covos, who men who would grow into the priesthood seed of the flower they themselves never Your Family Tips for preserving your kids’ sight

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JUST 4 KIDS Paul is converted to Christianity When Paul reached Jerusalem, the first thing he When Ananias found Paul, he wanted to do was meet the disci- laid his hands on him and said, ples there. But the disciples did "Saul, my brother, the Lord has not want to meet Paul. They sent me, Jesus who appeared to were afraid of him. They knew you on the way by which you he was a stern persecutor of the came, that you may regain your followers of Jesus. So Barnabas, sight and be filled with the Holy a Christian everyone knew, Spirit." stepped up to help Paul. Paul was healed, then bap- READ MORE planned for each of us. Barnabas explained that Paul tized, and he immediately began ABOUT THE STORY Let us always pray that we know had persecuted Christians, but preaching about the power of what God's plan is and try to live it. that now he was different. The God and the love of Jesus. Acts 9 Lord had spoken to Paul out of a Q&A SPOTLIGHT ON SAINTS bright light and blinded him. A The disciples in Damascus 1. Why was everyone afraid of St. Brendan Christian named Ananias, who were surprised by Paul's actions. Paul? Brendan (d. 577 or 583) was born lived in Damascus, prayed for They wondered: Isn't this the 2. Why did Paul have to leave in Ireland. He was cared for by St. Paul, and his sight was restored. man who persecuted the follow- Jerusalem? Ita and taught by Erc, a bishop who ers of Jesus in Jerusalem and saw his student ordained as a BIBLE ACCENT priest. As he continued his religious Ananias had had his own fears came here to take them back to Saul was a Pharisee who studies, Brendan sought the coun- of Paul until the Lord spoke to the chief priests in chains? believed that early Christians wor- sel of St. Jarlath of Tuam. As a him in a vision: "Get up and go shiped a man, rather than God. He monk, Brendan quickly attracted a to the street called Straight and After they heard about Paul's wanted them put into prison so they group of followers and founded a ask at the house of Judas for a conversion, the community of would stop spreading their message religious community. man from Tarsus named Saul." Christians in Jerusalem wel- about Jesus. But God loved Saul, Some sources suggest that comed him. But some people in who was later known as Paul, and Brendan's followers numbered as "Lord," Ananias answered, "I Jerusalem were not willing to he had "important work" planned for many as 3,000, and that he was vis- have heard from many sources accept the new Paul. He would his life. ited by an angel who gave him a about this man, what evil he has get into religious debates with Saul was temporarily blinded by a code of conduct to live by. done to your holy ones in Greek-speaking Jews called bright light sent by God, but he was He was as modest after his death healed and became one of the most as he was in life. He did not want Jerusalem. And here he has Hellenists, and they did not like influential Christians of his time. He any special attention paid to his authority from the chief priests to what Paul was saying. wrote letters to people and churches body, so he left instructions that he imprison all who call upon your The disciples learned the that we still read in the New was to be buried in a secret place. name." Hellenists were plotting to kill Testament. We remember him on May 16. Paul, so they sent him to Tarsus As a missionary, he traveled The Lord reassured Ananias: to get him away to safety. around the world preaching, doing PUZZLE "Go, for this man is a chosen miracles and converting many to How many New Testament books instrument of mine to carry my And the church continued to Christianity. can you spell with the letters of the name before gentiles, kings and grow throughout Judea, Galilee We may never be as famous as following phrase? Together we are a Israelites." and Samaria. Paul, but God has important work Christian family.

Coming of Age It’s OK to be concerned, but outrage unnecessary By Kase Johnstun streets, drug rings, gang violence, child Do I spend my day angry? we don't see beauty in the gorgeous moun- Catholic News Service abuse, domestic violence, gas prices or Do you go to be at night mad at the tains, the great oceans or the flowing dropout rates among high school students, world? plains, if we don't laugh when something I read a bumper sticker while driving then we are not paying attention to the The world around us is violent, it is funny happens, if we don't love it when that said something to the effect of this: world around us and should be ashamed ugly, it is expensive, it is confusing and it our dogs nuzzle up against us, if we don't "If you're not horribly angry, you are not of ourselves. is scary. But I still want a bumper sticker feel happiness when we receive a hug paying attention." I read the newspaper. I watch the news. that says, "If you're not happy, you're not from family, if we don't admire the works It is my assumption that the person who I listen to the radio. paying attention." of those helping people with AIDS, if we chose this sticker for a bumper was saying You put expensive gas in your car. You I say that, if we are not excited about don't jump at the chance to hang out with that if we are not angry at politicians, the know about the war in Iraq. You see kids each day God gives us, if we are not over- friends, then we are not paying attention in school doing drugs. joyed by the smile on our friends' faces, if war in Iraq, immigration, murder on the (Please See AGE/14) Page 14 JUNE 2006 The Angelus

HISPANIC: Ministry shows with God, all things possible AGE: Taking high (From 7) examine relevant theological foundations Abel Fernandez, who will work closely and relevant Church documents. with me. The Hispanic Ministry Any successful venture requires a plan. The second goal is to engage partici- Committee includes: Margarito Sanchez road is best route A plan is being developed as these words pants in implementing concrete visitation (Abilene), Diana Gonzales (Merkel), (From 13) are being written. I will discuss our mis- plans and strategies which allow them the Gloria Hernandez (Abilene), Deacon Bill sion statement and the goals and objec- opportunity to develop and practice these Brady (Brownwood), Juana Gonzales to God's works around us, and we should tives of the plan. The mission of the dio- new skills. The objectives of this goal are (Brownwood), Deacon Beck Knox be ashamed of ourselves. cese of San Angelo Hispanic Ministry is as stated. Participants will review roles (Coleman), Deacon Enrique Martinez Don't get me wrong. I can understand to provide advancement of Roman and tasks of a home visiting process and (Ballinger), Gilbert Martinez (Midland), how someone could look at the world and Catholic Hispanics in the diocese. The assess personal strengths and need. They Dennis Robson (Midland), Deacon Julio put that bumper sticker on his or her car. I mission includes programs to develop a will also practice the concrete leadership Carrasco (Crane), Linda Reeh (St. understand. Some things in our world just Gospel-based Hispanic leadership for the skills necessary for implementing home Lawrence), Rosa Rodriguez (Odessa), plain reek of pain, suffering and evil, and Church and society. We strive to nurture visits. Participants will learn a strategic Melissa Hernandez (Stanton), and Teresa the bumper sticker implies (I hope) that we Hispanics who envision themselves as planning process for implementing a home Rocha (Big Spring). Let me also thank should do something about those smelly Christians and members of the body of visiting program in their parish. their spouses whose support is vital to things. the Church. The final goal is to build a network of their service. BUT, we have a life to live. We have to The first goal is to provide a theoreti- spiritually-centered home visiting teams In conclusion, the Hispanic Ministry get up and go to school in the morning. cal and practical plan and leadership who can provide support to one another. group dedicates this ministry to the We have to mow the lawn. We have to training to people involved in parish This goal can be achieved with these Sacred Heart of Jesus, and the pick up our little brothers and sisters home visiting for Hispanic communities. objectives. Participants will form a parish Immaculate Heart of Mary. We are all from practice. In order to achieve this goal there are team of home visitors to work together to volunteers seeking salvation for God's So we might as well enjoy the things several objectives that must be met by implement the home visiting program in people. Initially, the task of Hispanic around us that are good instead of always those that will participate. Participants their parish. Participants will also form ministry seemed impossible. Today, the dwelling on the bad. will become familiar with a home visit- support groups from various parishes to group realizes that with God all is possi- I am not apathetic. I do care. I want the ing program. They will also examine offer ongoing encouragement. ble. world to change. But if you're not happy, aspects of Hispanic cultures that shape The core group for Hispanic Ministry you're not paying attention. attitudes and opinions. Participants will includes Deacon Art Casarez and Deacon Ministerio Hispano consagra este ministerio al Sagrado Corazon de Jesus (From 7) Sensibilidad Cultural". El taller propor- lideres hispanos en la iglesia y en la inaran los fundamentos teologicos para el ciono una meta y objetivos por escrito. El Sociedad. Nos esforzamos por animar a programa de visita de hogares y llegar a Los instructores tienen la mas avanzada informacion mas valiosa fue el plan de los hispanos ya que ellos tambien son familiarizarse con los documentos mas informacion. Los instructores nos propor- desarrollo con respecto al equipo de trabajo cristianos y miembros del cuerpo de relevantes de la Iglesia. cionan tambien la tecnologia adecuada (lab- y al de entrenamiento. Doy gracias a Iglesia. La primera meta es proveer un La segunda meta es envolver a los par- oratorio de computadoras y presentaciones MACC por su generosidad y experiencia. plan practico y teorico y un entrenamiento ticipantes implementando visitas concre- en pantalla), para hacer de nuestro apren- Cada aventura triunfadora requiere de de liderazgo para la gente que participara tas, metodos y estrategias que les permi- dizaje facil y eficiente. No hay mas palabras un plan. Un plan ha sido desarrollado en la visita de hogares de la parroquia tan desarrollar y practicar estas nuevas para expresar este valioso entrenamiento. para estas palabras ya escritas. Explicare para comunidades hispanas. Para lograr habilidades. Los objetivos de estas metas Havia tamien un valioso taller impartido nuestro plan de trabajo, las metas y obje- esta meta, existen diferentes objetivos que a seguir son: Los participantes revizaran por dos instructores de MACC en el Centro tivos de esta mision. El trabajo o la tienen que ser entendidos para aquellos sus metas y trabajos asignados del proce- de Retiro de Cristo Rey (Christ The King mision del Ministerio Hispano en la que participan. Los participantes se famil- so de las visitas de hogares y evaluaran su Retreat Center) en San Angelo en Marzo. Diocesis de San Angelo es proporcionar iarizaran con el programa de visitas a los fuerza y necesidad. Ellos tambien prac- Veinte Cuatro miembros de la Diocesis de un avanze a los catolicos hispanos de esta hogares. Tambien examinaran los aspec- ticaran un concreto liderazgo de habili San Angelo atendieron este taller. El titulo Diocesis. La mision incluye programas tos de la cultura Hispana formando crite- do este taller fue "Visitar Hogares con de desarrollo basado en el Evangelio para rios y opiniones. Los Participantes exam- (Mira VILLA /15) FORGIVENESS: Showing more care, concern to all youth should be a priority

(From 4) ures of our beautiful Catholic Church. In this sacrament along instead forgiveness, mercy and compassion even to we the people of God obtain mercy from God and are rec- those who offend and hurt us? admit that we too in some way or another have offended onciled with our God, with the Church, and with our The great example and motivation to forgive comes and hurt other people. Saying, "I forgive you", or "I neighbor. In this sacrament God's Spirit moves our hearts from looking at Jesus suffering and dying on the Cross for accept your forgiveness" takes a big heart and courage-it to repentance and conversion, and forgiveness is ours for our sins, who instead of returning hatred and vengeance takes God's grace. Sadly, there are so many people who the asking. even for those who are causing his death, he forgave his call themselves Christians who go through months and When we find it hard to forgive a brother and sister who opponents, and he pleaded to his heavenly Father to show years of life unwilling to forgive someone who has hurt have offended us, we bring to mind the words of Jesus them forgiveness: "Father forgive them for they do not them. These grudges and resentments often go on for from the parable, "Should you not have had pity on your know what they are doing." years and years and very often develop into vengeance, fellow servant, as I had pity on you?" Underlying this Forgiveness once extended brings an incredible peace envy and hate and hinder God's mercy from coming into question is the answer we seek. The real motivation for and tranquility of spirit. If we do not forgive we can hard- our lives. Our loving God who is compassionate and forgiveness is loving gratitude. If someone had pity on ly ask forgiveness from God. Christ reminds us that we merciful wants to free us from these bonds of hatred and me out of love, then my authentic reaction will be deep are not to bring our gift to the altar without first seeking vengeance that enslave us. Thank God that we have the appreciation. I will want to pass this gift on to others. I reconciliation with our brother or sister. If we harbor a beautiful sacrament of God's compassion and forgiveness, will want to give to others the liberation I have received, hostile or unforgiving spirit toward others, during this that forgives our own sins and empowers us then to go out especially if that person has hurt me. Year of Reconciliation we need to come to terms with and forgive others. God has loved all of us so kindly in spite of our sins, this. If we do, we need never worry about our sins being The sacrament of forgiveness, the sacrament of and has forgiven us. Can we not feel grateful for all of forgiven. On God's part forgiveness is already present. Reconciliation and Penance, is one of the unsung treas- this? Can we not halt the chain of not forgiving and pass The Angelus JUNE 2006 Page 15

OBISPO: El Perdón está en el Corazón de la Reconciliación VILLA: Con la (para 3) ta señalar que una parte esencial de la con- Iglesia Católica. En este sacramento ayuda de Dios, fesión es un propósito sincero de enmienda. nosotros el pueblo de Dios obtenemos mis- estrangulaba. El compañero se le arrodilló y Si vamos a la confesión, y no estamos dis- ericordia de Dios y somos reconciliados con todos es posible le rogaba: “Ten paciencia conmigo y te lo puestos a renunciar nuestra cólera, odio, nuestro Dios, con la Iglesia, y con nuestro pagaré todo.” Entonces escuchamos las pal- venganza y la envidia, o cualquier otro prójimo. En este sacramento el Espíritu de (From 14) abras asombrosas que el primer servidor que pecado, entonces nosotros bloqueamos la Dios mueve nuestros corazones al arrepen- ya había sido perdonado una gran cantidad, misericordia del sacramento de Penitencia, timiento y conversión, y el perdón es nue- dades para implementar visitas a negó perdonar a su servidor compañero y lo y Dios no nos perdona no porque Dios no stro con solo pedir. los hogares. Los participantes metió en la cárcel hasta que le pagara la nos puede perdonar, pero porque impedimos Cuando se nos haya difícil perdonar un aprenderan un proceso estrategico deuda. Entonces esta noticia le llega a maes- que la misericordia divina y sanadora venga hermano o una hermana quien nos ha ofen- para implementarlo en la visita de tro compasivo y justo por medio de los com- a nuestras vidas. Es por esto que la Iglesia dido, pensamos sobre las palabras de Jesús hogares en sus parroquias. pañeros servidores que habían visto este acto constantemente nos anima a todos confe- de la parábola, “¿No debías tú también La meta final es construir un sis- despreciable, y una vez más el maestro lo sarse frecuentemente especialmente cuando haber tenido compasión de tu compañero, tema espiritual centrado en los llama al servidor y le dijo, “Siervo malvado. nos enfrentamos con tentaciones en nuestras como yo tuve compasión de ti?” hogares de los equipos para que se Te perdoné toda aquella deuda porque me lo vidas, porque la confesión no solamente Subyacente a esta pregunta es la respuesta apoyen unos a otros. Esta meta suplicaste. ¿No debías tú también haber quita el pecado, pero nos da la gracia actual que buscamos. La motivación real del puede ser lograda con los sigu- tenido compasión de tu compañero, como yo para vencer al pecado y las malas tenden- perdón es gratitud amorosa. Si alguien me ientes objetivos. Los participantes tuve compasión de ti?” Entonces cias. tuviera lástima por amor, entonces mi reac- formaran un equipo parroquial de escuchamos: “Y el señor, encolerizado, lo Todos nosotros necesitamos el perdón ción autentica sería gran agradecimiento. visitadores para trabajar juntos, entregó a los verdugos para que no lo de Dios porque todos somos pecadores y Querré pasar este don a otros. Querré dar a implementando el programa de vis- soltaran hasta que pagara lo que debía.” gracias a Dios tenemos este sacramento her- otros la liberación que he recibido, especial- itacion en sus parroquias. Los par- Entonces viene la conclusión sorprendente y moso de perdón y Reconciliación y mente si esa persona me ha herido. ticipantes formaran grupos de espantosa y aplicación moral de esta parábo- Penitencia que siempre está disponible a Dios nos ha querido con tanto amor a apoyo en las parroquias y ofreceran la cuando Jesús le dice a Pedro y a sus dis- nosotros. La gracia de este sacramento nos pesar de nuestros pecados, y nos ha perdon- una ayuda continua. cípulos—y a todos nosotros nos dice—“Pues da el poder y el ánimo a perdonar a los que ado. ¿Cómo no podemos sentirnos agrade- El corazon del grupo para el lo mismo hará mi Padre celestial con ust- nos han herido y buscar el perdón de los cidos por todo estos? ¿Cómo no podemos Ministerio Hispano incluye las sigu- edes, si cada cual no perdona de corazón a que hemos herido. parar la cadena de no perdonar y en lugar ientes personas y organizaciones: su hermano.” Cada uno de nosotros que hemos vivido pasar el perdón, misericordia y compasión Diacono Art Cazarez y Diacono Abel Todos necesitamos el perdón de Dios, y en la tierra unos pocos años podemos pensar aún a los que nos han ofendido y nos han Fernandez queines trabajaran conmi- nuestro Padre celestial siempre está dis- en personas que nos han herido, que nos han herido? go. El Comite de Ministerio Hispano con Margartio Sanchez, (Abilene), puesto a perdonarnos cuando le suplicamos ofendido. Y si somos íntegros, debemos El gran ejemplo y motivación para per- admitir humildemente que nosotros de una donar viene de ver a Jesús sufriendo y Diana Gonzalez (Merkel), Gloria la misericordia de Dios con corazones sin- Hernandez (Abilene), Diacono Bill manera u otra hemos ofendido o herido a muriendo en la Cruz por nuestros pecados, ceros y humildes. Necesitamos recordarnos Brady (Brownwood), Juana a nosotros mismos honesta y humildemente otras personas. Diciendo, “Te perdono”, o quien en vez de devolver el odio y vengan- Gonzalez (Brownwood), Diacono si nosotros no estamos dispuestos a per- “Acepto tu perdón” requiere un corazón za aún a los quienes le están causando su Beck Knox (Coleman), Diacono donar a otros, entonces Dios no nos per- grande y mucho valor—requiere la gracia de muerte, el perdonó a sus adversarios, y le Julio Carrasco (Crane), Linda Reeh donará, no porque nuestro Dios compasivo Dios. Tristemente, hay muchas personas suplicó a su Padre celestial que los per- (St. Lawrence), Rosa Rodriguez no quiere ni no puede perdonarnos, pero el que se llaman Cristianos que dejan pasar donará—“Padre, perdónalos, porque no (Odessa), Melissa Hernandez orgullo, la envidia y el odio bloquean la meses y años de vida sin querer perdonar a saben lo que hacen.” (Stanton), and Teresa Rocha (Big misericordia y el perdón de Dios de entrar la persona que los han herido. Estos ren- El perdón una vez ofrecido trae una paz Spring). Quisiera dar gracias tambi- en nuestras vidas y corazones. Esto es un cores y resentimientos frecuentemente duran increíble y un espíritu de tranquilidad. Si en a todos los que hicieron posible hecho sorprendente pero real de la vida años y años y muy a menudo se convierten nosotros no perdonamos, ¿cómo podemos esta ayuda y por su crucial servicio. Cristiana. En la gran oración que Jesús nos en la venganza, envidio y odio e impiden pedir el perdón a Dios? Cristo nos recuerda Finalmente, el grupo de enseño, condicionamos como queremos que que entre la misericordia de Dios en nuestras que no debemos traer nuestro ofrecimiento Ministerio Hispano consagra este Dios nos perdone: “Perdona nuestras ofen- vidas. Nuestro Dios amoroso quien es com- al altar sin primero buscar la reconciliación ministerio al Sagrado Corazon de sas, como también nosotros perdonamos a pasivo y misericordioso quiere librarnos de con nuestro hermano o hermana. Si alberg- Jesus y al Inmaculado Corazon de los que nos ofenden” ¿Verdaderamente nos los lazos de odio y venganza que nos esclav- amos un espíritu hostil o implacable hace Maria. Todos somos voluntarios damos cuenta de lo que estamos diciendo? izan. Gracias a Dios que tenemos el her- otros, durante este Año de Reconciliación buscando la salvacion para el Es peligroso rezar así porque le estamos moso sacramento del perdón y compasión necesitamos enfrentarnos a esta situación y pueblo de Dios. Al principio, el diciendo a Dios que nos perdone según la de Dios, que nos perdona nuestros pecados y resolverla en cuanto podamos. Si hacemos trabajo del Ministerio Hispano se manera que perdonamos a nuestro prójimo. nos da la fuerza para perdonar a otros. esto, nunca necesitamos preocuparnos de veia imposible. El dia de hoy, el Si no estamos dispuestos a perdonar a otros, El sacramento del perdón, el sacramen- que nuestros pecados serán perdonados. grupo comprende que con la ayuda entonces Dios no nos perdonará. Se necesi- to de Reconciliación y Penitencia, es uno de Por parte de Dios el perdón ya está pre- de Dios, todos es posible. los tesoros menos apreciados de nuestra sente. ABSOLUTION: Priest pardons, then gives God thanks for his mercy (From 3) and of the Holy Spirit. tent continues his or her conversion and expresses it by a life The penitent answers, "Amen."* renewed according to the Gospel and more and more of absolution. As he says the final words he makes the sign steeped in the love of God for "love covers over a multitude of the cross over the head of the penitent: Proclamation of Praise of sins" (1 Pt 4:8)* God, the Father of mercies, After receiving pardon for his or her sins, the penitent through the death and resurrection of his Son praises the mercy of God and gives him thanks in a short * Excerpts from the English translation of the Rue of has reconciled the world to himself invocation taken from Scripture, such as "Rejoice in the Penance © 1974. International Committee on English in and sent the Holy Spirit among us Lord and sign for joy, friends of God" (Ps32:1-7,10-11), the Liturgy, Inc. (ICEL); excerpts from the English transla- for the forgiveness of sins; "The Lord has remembered his mercy" (Lk 1:46-55), or tion of Sacramentum Paenitentiae (Pastoral Norms on through the ministry of the Church "Blessed be God who chose us in Christ" (Eph 1:3-10).* General Absolution) and the April 3, 1974, address by Paul may God give you pardon and peace, VI in Documents on the Liturgy, 1963-1979. Conciliar, and I absolve you from your sins Dismissal of Penitent Papal and Curial Texts © 1982, ICEL. All rights reserved. in the name of the Father, and of the Son, Then the priest tells the penitent to go in peace. The peni- Page 16 JUNE 2006 The Angelus The Back Page For the Record: Catholics on the ‘Code’ CNS says ‘Code’ glossy, Catholic radio Have you read making imprint competent yet confusing “The Da Vinci Code?” Dan Brown’s record-breaking best-seller comes in Kansas City to the screen with most of its spurious historical, 30% artistic, and theological misstatements intact. The no 25% By John Baccala film follows the book’s plot of a Harvard “symbolo- yes Catholic News Service gist” (Tom Hanks) on the run from French police after the murder of a curator from the Louvre 1% 44% EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, Mo.— When Jesus and museum, with the latter’s granddaughter (Audrey other/ no, but I’m his Apostles preached to their followers, they would no response Tautou) in tow, as they piece together the motives familiar with it travel from town to town, covering several miles for the killing, implicating the Catholic Church in a every day. Thanks to today’s technology, Catholic centuries-old conspiracy to suppress an explosive radio can spread the Word of God in a nearly 100- secret. As expected, director Ron Howard has mile radius of Excelsior Springs, using the AM dial. made a glossy, competent thriller, though perhaps After reading or hearing about KEXS (1090 AM) is the only Catholic radio station a little confusing for those unfamiliar with the “The Da Vinci Code,” are you in Kansas City. KEXS has long been known as a reli- book. The performances, including that of Sir Ian more or less likely to seek truth gious radio station, but became a Catholic radio sta- tion nearly two years ago, on May 19, 2004, the late McKellen as another scholar and Paul Bettany as through studying the Bible? Pope John Paul II’s birthday. the albino monk assassin, are colorful; the under- Jim O’Laughlin, president of KEXS’ owner, Kansas lying assertions — particularly as they question City Catholic Network, remembers the day well. Jesus’ divinity — and the obvious falsehoods 33% “We didn’t tell anybody we were going on the air about Opus Dei are deeply abhorrent. Partly sub- neither 42% because, we figured, we didn’t have any experience in titled. Violence including brutal murders, crude more radio and we figured there would be so many mis- language, irreverent underpinning, rear male nudi- likely takes and problems, we didn’t want anybody catching ty, scenes of corporal mortification, fleeting hint of us making those and never coming back,” he said. prostitution, glimpse of ritualistic sex. The USCCB 18% 7% less At the end of the day, O’Laughlin continued, “we Office for Film & Broadcasting classification is O other/ likely were saying, ‘Boy, I’m glad this day is over.’ I was — morally offensive. The Motion Picture no response exhausted. Five minutes later, the phone rings and the Association of America rating is PG-13 — parents Source: Zogby International man on the phone says ‘Hey, I caught you at 7 this strongly cautioned. Some material may be inap- Photo courtesy of Sony Pictures The survey conducted May 2-10 of 1,049 Catholics nationwide morning; I’ve been listening all day. I’ve been away propriate for children under 13. ©2006 CNS has a margin of error of plus or minus 3.1 percentage points. from the church for 30 years and I’m coming back.’ That made my day!” O’Laughlin is not a broadcaster by nature. He was working in real estate when he said he got the calling. Living our faith in the new millennium His search for his guardian angel led him to radio, thanks to Claude Sasso, vice chancellor of the Catholic News Service of discontinuant devising.” After Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph. quoting one bishop, identified only as O’Laughlin recalled a conversation he had with Sasso one morning before Sunday Mass. “He had an “Catholic Matters: Confusion, “a bishop who belongs to the shrink- offer I couldn’t refuse,” O’Laughlin told The Catholic Controversy, and the Splendor of ing liberal caucus that was led by Key, diocesan newspaper. Truth,” by Father Richard John Archbishop Rembert Weakland,” he “I went in (to church), kneeled down and said some Neuhaus, lacks the inspiration of writes, “Never mind that the bishop prayers before Mass started,” O’Laughlin said, “and “The Believer’s Edge” and the how- presides over a dispirited diocese of basically God gave me the message that my guardian to practicality of “Catholic Laity.” zero vocations, declining Mass atten- angel was Gabriel. When I left Mass, Claude Sasso Father Neuhaus lectures readers on dance, closed schools, and an epi- said, ‘Why don’t we get together and get some Catholic programming on the radio?’ I said, ‘Hey, how the church under Pope John demic of scandals. Never mind that that’s great! It sounds good to me!’” Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI is he hasn’t read a serious book of the- From that, Catholic radio was born in Kansas City, providing the faithful with guidance. ology for 20 years or that his ascer- with a huge assist from cable television. Father Neuhaus is a former tains about the Christian message “We had just gotten cable TV, 200 channels,” Lutheran pastor who became a contain no reference to Christ.” O’Laughlin said, smiling as he told the story. “I was Catholic priest in 1991. He is the Father Neuhaus is a devoted, well- flipping through for the first time when I stopped on founder of the Institute for Religion schooled servant of the church whose ‘Lou Dobbs Moneyline.’ They said, ‘When we come back (from a commercial break), we’ll talk about how and Public Life and editor-in-chief of analysis would be more appreciated to start up your own radio station.’” its journal, First Things. if its presentation were void of sar- He listened to that for 20 minutes, he said, then his With any lecture, one can expect casm and disdain for those he puts wife suggested they turn on Eternal Word Television asides. In Father Neuhaus’ lecture, down. In “Catholic Matters” it should Network. the asides are snipes at those whose matter how one treats those with “I turned that on and there was this special hourlong ecclesiology he does not share. In a whom he disagrees. program on how to start a Catholic radio station. chapter titled “The Center Holds,” he Olszewski is executive editor and When the program ended, (program host) Father "Catholic Matters: Confusion, Controversy and Mitch Pacwa said, ‘Let’s say a prayer to the patron writes of the Jesuits: “They are still general manager of the Catholic the Splendor of Truth," by Father Richard John saint of Catholic radio, Gabriel.’ That’s when I put Neuhaus. Basic Books (New York, 2006). 255 loyal, but they bring a futurist twist Herald, newspaper of the everything together.” pp., $25. Archdiocese of Milwaukee.