VOL. 58, NO. 6 DIOCESE OF OAKLAND MARCH 23, 2020 www.catholicvoiceoakland.org Serving the East Bay Catholic Community since 1963 Copyright 2020 Let’s not forget the spiritual power we have as Catholics By Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ open for private prayer. We can follow the command of “I asked the Lord to stop the epidemic: ‘Lord, stop it St. John the Baptist and “repent.” with your hand.’ That’s what I prayed for.” So said Pope We can still go to confession. We can still follow the Francis after returning from a short pilgrimage outside Mass daily from our homes through the internet or cable his “quarantine bubble” in the Vatican these past weeks. TV. Sure we will continue to wash our hands and keep Rome has a long history of plague, pestilence, inva- our distance from other people, but let’s not forget the sion and disease. And an equally long history of how to spiritual power we have as Catholics, as God’s chosen respond to such tragedies with Faith. and anointed, to intercede for the world, our state, and Pope Francis first went to pray our cities. before the icon of Mary, Salus In a special way I am asking our priests to be avail- Populi Romani “Health of the Roman able to our people. Even though we have cancelled People.” We bishops of California public Masses, I have asked our priests to continue to went to that Basilica of Santa Maria offer Mass every day in their churches. We are praying Maggiore in Rome as a group in for you, my friends, and will not desert you in this hour of January to pray and offer Mass need. We are developing protocols now to enable priests before this icon of Our Lady. to give the Anointing of the Sick to those in need without In times of disease, especially the exposing themselves or others to infection. We are finding Black Death (or bubonic plague), the creative ways to hear confession, to bury the dead, and Bishop Barber Catholics of Rome, together with the to distribute Holy Communion, all within the parameters pope and priests, have prayed to Our recommended by the health department. Lady to intercede for them. During the pontificate of Pope California and the Church have been here before. In St. Gregory the Great (590-604) the plague was killing 1906 almost all Catholic churches, schools, hospitals and thousands in Rome, including entire families. convents were destroyed in the Great Earthquake and The pope fervently prayed to Our Lady, and then Fire. They were all rebuilt. In 1918 the “Spanish Influenza” Maria, Salus Populi Romani, from Basilica of Santa carried her image through the streets in solemn proces- killed 1,400 people in Oakland. The disease receded in Maria Maggiore, Rome. sion. When he reached Hadrian’s Mausoleum (today four months. called Castel Sant’Angelo), the pope saw a vision of St. Priests have always been there to care for the sick — Sister Marianne Cope and her Franciscan nuns fol- Michael the Archangel atop the castle, putting his sword even when that mercy placed them at risk. In 1591, St. lowed Father Damien. They, too, cared for the sick and back into its scabbard, signifying an end to the plague. Aloysius Gonzaga, a Jesuit seminarian, volunteered to instructed the children, but — being good nurses — they And the disease receded. Today a statue of St. Michael work at a Roman hospital to care for plague victims. He did not share utensils and always washed their hands sheathing his sword, seen from all over Rome, adorns caught the disease and died at age 23. Father Damien before and after treating wounds. Not one Sister caught the top of the castle tower. went to Molokai to care for the lepers in 1873. He built leprosy. Prayer to Our Lady works. hospitals, houses, schools, a road and a church for his Both Father Damien and Sister Marianne are canon- We can do what Pope Francis did. We can pray to Our people. He even dressed their ulcers personally. He died ized saints of the Church. I ask them to guide us now, as Lady to intercede with her son, “to stop the epidemic.” of leprosy at the age of 49, as, unfortunately from a medi- we look for ways to be faithful to your pastoral care, all We can go to our parish churches, which in spite of the cal standpoint, he shared cups, and even his pipe, with the while observing good hygiene. cancellation of public Masses, I have asked to remain his infected parishioners. Our Lady Health of the Sick, Pray for Us! Diocese, like the world, faces Coronavirus By Michele Jurich and Carrie McClish Staff writers No public Masses are being celebrated in the Diocese of Oakland. Catholic school students, from preschool through high school, are engaged in long-term dismissal, through early April, while continuing their learning at home. Parish life, from faith formation to fish fry Friday dinner, have been put on hold. Churches are open for prayer, with the faithful asked to practice social distancing to protect their neighbors. Seven Bay Area counties have issued shelter-in- place orders in a concerted effort to limit the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). That order is scheduled to expire April 7, but it could be amended, shortened or extended.

Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, issued a memorandum VOICE CARRIE MCCLISH/THE CATHOLIC on March 16, suspending public Masses until further Every other pew was cordoned off in the Cathedral of Christ the Light in Oakland on March 16 to facilitate notice, as well as the suspension of parish activities. social distancing. The 12:10 p.m. was the last public Mass in the cathedral. Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, (continued on page 14) announced suspension of Mass in compliance of orders to help control the spread of COVID-19.

Pastors adjust ministry to keep with the times On our cover By Michele Jurich The ban went into effect the next he said. “We didn’t have to send anyone A stained glass window at St. and Carrie McClish morning home.” Joseph Basilica in Alameda depicts Staff writers The next day, the parish was ready to Jesus on the cross. Good Friday is Rev. Thi Van Hoang was hearing comply with what the law had decreed in a ‘It’s a very tense time’ April 10, Easter is April 12. confessions at the Church of the Good effort to slow the spread of the COVID-19 Parishioners driving up to St. Ignatius Shepherd in Pittsburg when the email virus. of Antioch Parish in neighboring Antioch Classified 12 from the bishop arrived on March 14, The parish usually has 400 to 500 peo- on March 15 were greeted by ushers, who Datelines ...... 13 alerting him that Contra Costa County had ple at each of its three Sunday Masses, handed them a bulletin and invited them Forum ...... 15 decreed a ban on gatherings of more than Father Hoang said. to return to their homes to watch a Mass Holy Week 100 people. “We had two Masses at each time,” that would be live streamed. and Easter Liturgies . . . . 7 A parish staff member brought him the he said, “one in the church and one in The pastor, Rev. Robert Rien, cel- News Briefs ...... 4 information. The vigil Mass would begin the hall.” ebrated the Mass with just a lector and the Obituary ...... 12 within the hour.There were fewer than 100 They kept to the letter of the law. person responsible for live streaming of the The Church 2 at Mass Saturday. “Ushers counted everyone at the door,” (continued on page 14) 2 — THE CATHOLIC VOICE The church MARCH 23, 2020

OFFICIAL THE DIOCESE Appointments ChrismU.S. BISHOPS Mass may be the Chrism Mass 2020 landing page at ctlcathedral.org/chrism2020 Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, has made the following viewedTHE CA onlineTHEDRAL by public appointments, effective April 2: According to Very Rev. Brandon Reporting abuse Rev. Lawrence D’Anjou, pastor at St. Bonaventure, Concord; Macadaeg,THE VA RectorTICA of the Cathedral,N The Catholic Bishop Abuse previously pastor at St. Raymond Penafort, Dublin. The Chrism Mass will still be celebrated Reporting Service has been estab- in the Cathedral as scheduled on April lished to receive reports of sexual Rev. John Erick Villa, parochial administrator at St. 2OFFICIAL at 7 p.m. However, in light of the abuse and related misconduct by THE DIOCESERaymond Penafort, Dublin; previously parochial vicar at shelter-in-place order in effect for the bishops, and to relay those reports to Immaculate Heart of Mary, Brentwood. Bay Area, the Chrism Mass will not be proper Church authorities for investi- U.S. BISHOPS open to the public. gation. Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ will Where a report includes a crime, THE CATHEDRAL invite select priests to concelebrate the such as the sexual abuse of a minor, Chrism Mass. It is yet to be determined it will also be reported to civil authori- THE VATICAN who and how many priests we can ties. Otherwise, reports will be kept reasonably invite. Invitations will be forth- confidential. If you have any other kind OFFICIAL coming from the Office of the Bishop. of complaint about a bishop—such as The public may participate in the parish assignments, church closings, Chrism Mass via livestream through the or homily contents—please address Cathedral of Christ the Light’s Facebook those directly to your diocesan or page facebook.com/ctlcathedral.org eparchial bishop instead. Sexual The Day of Recollection for priests, abuse by a priest, deacon or a staff including the associated dinner and member or volunteer of the Church Holy Hour, are also canceled. should be reported to the office of All parishes are asked to maintain Victim Assistance in your local dio- their existing stock of Holy Oils. cese/eparchy. So, to be sure you get This notice supersedes all former the help you need, call 800-276-1562 instructions regarding the Chrism or visit ReportBishopAbuse.org. If you Mass. More information, regarding the are the victim of sexual abuse (or any protocols for the oils and the Sacred other crime), please contact local law Chrism, will be posted shortly through enforcement.

by the Vatican to help stop the spread of order the next day, allowing pastors to the coronavirus by reducing access to make the choice to open, but only if people places that attract large groups of people. maintain a safe distance from one another. On March 8, the Vatican closed the Vatican The pope discouraged priests from taking Museums, the necropolis and other “drastic measures” to be near their faith- museums connected with the Vatican. “In ful and prayed that the Holy Spirit would coordination with measures introduced help their pastoral discernment in finding by Italian authorities,” the Vatican said in ways to not leave “the holy, faithful people M edia /CNS atican V a communique, “starting today, St. Peter’s of God alone.” Pope Francis celebrates Mass in the chapel of his residence, the Domus Sanctae Square and Basilica will be closed to Marthae, at the Vatican on March 10, 2020. The pope celebrated Mass without guided tours and tourists.” Italian police Most Vatican offices a small group of the faithful in order to avoid the risk of spreading the corona- were located as usual at the perimeter remaining open virus. around the square that separates Vatican City State and Italian territory, as well as Vatican offices will remain open to Papal Holy Week they would not be distributed as usual. under the colonnade. But they were not ensure “essential services for the universal In a formal statement March 15, Bruni allowing people to enter the square unless church,” but each office is being asked to liturgies closed to public said Pope Francis would celebrate all they could document it was for work rea- evaluate the best ways to provide those The Vatican office that distributes of the Holy Week and Easter liturgies: sons or other exceptions currently allowed services while observing health precau- free tickets to papal events has posted Palm Sunday, the Chrism Mass, the Mass by Italian law. A small number of tourists tions and guidelines on safe distancing to a notice on its website that “the liturgi- of the Lord’s Supper, the liturgy of the could be seen taking selfies outside the prevent the spread of the coronavirus. The cal celebrations of Holy Week will take Passion of the Lord, the Easter vigil Mass square, and a group of tourists was look- heads of the offices of the Roman Curia place without the physical presence of and Easter morning Mass. However, he ing for information about the Wednesday and of Vatican City State departments the faithful.” While public gatherings, said, the Vatican still is studying how general audience. held an extraordinary meeting March including Masses, have been banned in those liturgies will take place and with 12 with Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican Italy through April 3, Holy Week begins what kind of participation “that respects Pope prays for pastors secretary of state, presiding. Afterward, with the Palm Sunday liturgy April 5, so the security measures in place to avoid Pope Francis urged people to pray the cardinal issued a notification asking the notification from the Prefecture of the the spread of the coronavirus.” for parish priests so that they may find every office “to identify essential services Papal Household was read as a sign that ways to accompany their people while the and positions with the aiming of assur- the ban would be extended, at least at Vatican closed coronavirus pandemic continues to restrict ing their minimum functioning.” The plan the Vatican. Matteo Bruni, director of the to tourists movement around the country and the did not go into effect March 13, however, Vatican press office, told Catholic News world. The pope offered his intention at because it was a Vatican holiday marking Service early March 15 that arrange- In cooperation with Italian emergency the beginning of his livestreamed morning the seventh anniversary of the election of ments for the pope’s Holy Week and measures, the Vatican has closed St. Mass March 13, the seventh anniversary Pope Francis. Work that involves material Easter schedules were “still under study” Peter’s Square and Basilica to tour- of his election to the papacy. A day earlier, subject to “pontifical secret” or “sensitive and that the prefecture’s note was meant ists through April 3. The new measure, Cardinal Angelo De Donatis, papal vicar data” -- such as the kind common for the only to inform people seeking tickets that announced March 10, was the latest move for the Diocese of Rome, announced that Secretariat of State or the Congregation all churches, which had remained open for for the Doctrine of the Faith -- is not to be private prayer, would be closed to prevent done remotely, Cardinal Parolin said. Plan ahead the spread of the virus. He modified the — Catholic News Service to get the most “Let the Catholic voice . . . be spread in every diocese, in every parish, for your ad dollars in every association, in every family.” — Pope Paul VI in 2020 Publisher: Bishop Michael C. 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Periodical postage paid (USPS 094-640) at Oakland, California, and additional mailing offices. The Voice publishes only one issue in July, August and December. Postmaster: Send address changes to: The Catholic Voice, 2121 Harrison St., Suite 100, Oakland, CA 94612. MARCH 23, 2020 THE CATHOLIC VOICE — 3 Cathedral plans to put its mission into action By Michele Jurich suspended to help slow the spread of Staff writer COVID-19. The anticipated date for “We exist to unite people around Christ, the reason the end of the county health depart- for our hope.” ment’s mandate is April 7. That is the mission of the Cathedral of Christ the Light, Through the discernment pro- the mother church of the Diocese of Oakland. cess, the cathedral leadership care- The statement grows from discernment by the leader- fully considered ways to improve the ship team, including participation at an Amazing Parish Sunday experience to help shape a conference in Anaheim. culture that is deliberate and mission-

“It is our mission to bring people to Jesus,” said the voice driven. From this experience small Very Rev. Brandon Macadaeg, rector of the cathedral. Christian communities will have “Jesus is the way, the truth and the light. He shows us the opportunity to grow, and prayer that there’s more to life than this. He is the light of the groups to form. world, shining in places in desperate in need of Him. “We offer opportunities to encounter That’s why we’re here.” Christ through Scripture, hospital- The discernment process will bring changes to the ity and service to the poor,” Father cathedral. Perhaps the most visible will be the consolida- Macadaeg said. tion of back-to-back Sunday Masses at 10 a.m. and 12:30 The later start time also provides p.m. into a single Mass at 11 a.m. The change will provide enhanced opportunity for people from an elevated experience of solemn liturgy, sacred music various parishes around the diocese and ample time for preaching. to experience Mass at the cathedral.

Confession will be offered before Mass, with hospital- morgan / the catholic chris patrick There’s the opportunity, too, to ity after Mass. Cathedral of Christ the Light as seen in December 2019. attract the new neighbors in the The Sunday experience will begin with hospitality, Uptown district. Many of the new too. Parking will be provided, at no cost to attendees, in English; 8 a.m. in Vietnamese, 11 a.m. in English, and residents are professionals and millennial, a demographic the Kaiser lot across 21st Street. Greeters will welcome 1:30 p.m. in Spanish on Sundays – is scheduled to begin Father Macadaeg has experience in engaging in parish life. Mass-goers and direct them to the cathedral. April 5, on Palm Sunday. “We’re unique,” Father Macadaeg said. “This neighbor- The changes in Mass times – 5 p.m. Saturday in At press time, celebration of public Masses has been hood is growing.” Catholics managing to find light in the dark night Catholic News Service ogy to tap into spiritual resources such as parish Facebook pages for information, us a deeper sense of purpose and con- WASHINGTON — During the corona- live-streamed Masses, Bible readings and to YouTube for online Masses and are nectedness.” virus pandemic, life as most people have prayers; they’re also reaching out to oth- searching the internet for advice on how Father Paul Keller, a Claretian known it, including parish life, has come ers and staying connected through social to make a spiritual communion. Twitter also Missionary priest currently serving at St. to a halt. media, emails or video conference calls. has been a platform where church leaders Paul Catholic Newman Center Parish in But despite closed churches, canceled “The internet is the blessing of all and everyday Catholics have voiced con- Fresno, similarly spoke of a spiritual side parish gatherings and limited outreach, blessings” right now, said Sister Susan cern but also hope during the uncertainty to this difficult time. He said the current many church leaders are emphasizing Francois, an assistant congregation leader of this pandemic. forced period of isolation provides a time that Catholics can take this time of rec- for the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace, who For example, a March 18 tweet by for solitary prayer “that we don’t have ommended isolation and pause of normal has been having Zoom video conference Bishop Mario Grech of Gozo, Malta, pro- time to do in the hustle and bustle of our and often-very-busy routines to strengthen meetings with team members across the secretary-general of the Synod of Bishops, everyday lives.” their personal faith and reinforce bonds country and in other parts of the world. said: “We are going through the ‘dark night He pointed out that people can take with families, neighbors and the church And even social media, which does of the soul’ -- the meaning we had given going to Mass for granted, but now this at large. not always have a spiritual side, is to lot of things is vanishing. Yet the bright “fast from the Eucharist and the sacra- Many Catholics are relying on technol- reflecting one now as people turn to side of this experience is that it can offer (continued on p. 14)

Cancelled After careful deliberation, the FACE Annual Gala Event has been moved to a Virtual Fundraising Event. The event will launch on Tuesday, March 31, and end on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. The event will include our Wine Cellar, Live & Silent Auction items, Named Scholarship & Tuition Pops.

For more information, please visit our Gala webpage https://www.oakdiocese.org/face 4 — THE CATHOLIC VOICE News in Brief MARCH 23, 2020 Mexican women strike for equality, end of violence Catholic News Service what feminism is, nor what femicides MEXICO CITY — Jackie Campbell had are,” Campbell said, referring to a term a mural of a murdered woman painted in Mexico for the murders of women and above her home in the northern Mexican girls for gender reasons. “It’s all the same city of Saltillo, where she works as spokes- repressive, patriarchal system.” woman for the Catholic diocese and is The ongoing atrocity of femicides and known as a human rights activist. a litany of indignities — ranging from Over the winter, municipal officials told workplace harassment to insecurity in her to remove the mural, which remem- the street to constant groping on public bered the life of Brenda Nail Gonzalez transport — have pushed women of all Montelongo, whose ex-partner threatened worldviews, political persuasions and her with death. Gonzalez Montelongo religious confessions, including Catholics, disappeared and was found tortured and to protest the way they are treated in a murdered after leaving her home for her country known for its machismo culture. factory job in the border town of Piedras Tens of thousands of women protested on Negras in October 2018. March 8, International Women’s Day, in Authorities told Campbell the use of cities across Mexico. Millions more par- gren /CNS purple paint for the mural violated munici- ticipated in a national strike — promoted A avid pal regulations. But she suspected the as “a day without women” — March 9 as D mayor had other motives for wanting the women disappeared from public places: Joanely Martinez displays a sign during the women’s march in Mexico City on mural removed. not going to work or school, not patron- March 8. She also participated in a national women’s strike the following day. “It’s a lack of seriousness and under- izing any businesses, and largely staying She said the government “does nothing” to protect women, who are demanding standing,” she said. “They don’t know offline. the authorities do more to stop the murder of women and girls.

New ‘model’ at border cellation. A new Cabinet subcommittee of Benedictine monasteries in the United for world governments to begin to address on COVID-19 made the decision following States, Puerto Rico, Brazil, Canada, the housing needs of an estimated 100 NOGALES, Mexico — Through many advice from the National Public Health Colombia, Mexico and Taiwan. million-plus people worldwide who have “ups and downs,” God “has led us to this Emergency Team. More than 500,000 no home at all. It was the first resolution day,” said Jesuit Father Sean Carroll, head people had been expected to travel to the Walking with Moms specifically addressing homelessness of Kino Border Initiative, at the official Irish capital for St. Patrick’s Day parades WASHINGTON — U.S. Catholic bish- adopted by any body of the U.N. since blessing of a new 18,000-square-foot facil- and festivals. ops are being asked to invite the parishes it was founded in 1945. The resolution ity at the international border in Nogales. in their dioceses to join a nationwide effort is an important first step toward the The center, in the state of Sonora, is just New auxiliary called “Walking With Moms in Need: A Year goal of reducing global homelessness across the border from Nogales, Arizona, bishops named of Service” from March 25 of this year by 50% by 2030, said Vincentian Father which is in the Tucson diocese. More than through March 25, 2021. The new program Guillermo Campuzano, who chaired the 400 volunteers, supporters and migrants WASHINGTON — Pope Francis has has a website, www.walkingwithmoms. Working Group to End Homelessness, crowded into the facility Feb. 12 to hear from appointed Father Ramon Bejarano, a com, with “resources, outreach tools and which included representatives of Catholic religious and civic leaders, before Bishop priest of the Diocese of Stockton, to be an models to assist parishes in this effort. religious congregations, other faith-based Jose Leopoldo Gonzalez of Nogales, auxiliary bishop of San Diego. He also has Resources will continue to be added to groups and nongovernmental organiza- Mexico, blessed and cut a ribbon on the named three New Jersey priests — Msgr. the site, according to the U.S. Conference tions. He says the resolution will be submit- new Migrant Outreach Center. Tucson’s Gregory J. Studerus, Benedictine Father of Catholic Bishops’ Secretariat of Pro-Life ted to the U.N. Economic Social Council for Bishop Edward J. Weisenburger and retired Elias R. Lorenzo and Father Michael A. Activities. “As the church and growing a vote and is expected to go to the General Bishop Gerald F. Kicanas at the Vatican for Saporito — to be auxiliary bishops of the numbers of pro-life Americans continue to Assembly for approval. their “ad limina” visit and were unable to Archdiocese of Newark, N.J. The appoint- advocate for women and children in court- attend. The $1.5 million facility replaces the ments were announced in Washington houses and legislatures, the church’s pas- Deterring the taking up humble “comedor,” or dining hall, across the Feb. 27 by Archbishop Christophe Pierre, toral response is focused on the needs of of arms in Africa street that was established in 2009. Since apostolic nuncio to the United States. women facing pregnancies in challenging then, the hall has distributed two meals a Bishop-designate Bejarano, 50, has circumstances,” said Archbishop Joseph F. ACCRA, Ghana — Young people day for the poor blocked from entering the been pastor of pastor of the Cathedral Naumann of Kansas City, Kansas, chair- should be the focus of efforts to end U.S. or who have been returned from the of the Annunciation in Stockton since man of the U.S. Conference of Catholic violent conflicts in Africa, said leaders U.S. while their asylum cases are pending. October 2019. Fluent in English and Bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life Activities. of a Jesuit-led peace initiative. “Despite Spanish, he was ordained a priest for the African Union’s resolution not to pass Dublin cancels parade the Stockton Diocese Aug. 15, 1998. In U.N. resolution focuses the burden of conflict to future genera- DUBLIN — Dublin’s iconic St. Patrick’s New Jersey, Bishop-designate Studerus, on world’s homeless tions, about 600 million young people in Day parade has been canceled due to 71, and Bishop-designate Saporito, 57, Africa are unemployed, uneducated or in fears over the spread of coronavirus. are priests of the Newark Archdiocese. WASHINGTON — After nearly 75 insecure employment, hence vulnerable Authorities had initially insisted that the Bishop-designate Lorenzo, 59, is a monk years, the United Nations has taken a to taking up arms,” said Father Charles festivities — which mark St. Patrick bring- of St. Mary’s Abbey in Morristown, N.J., significant step to address global home- Chilufya, director of the Jesuit Justice ing Christianity to Ireland in 432 — would in the Paterson Diocese. He also is abbot lessness. The U.N. Commission for Social and Ecology Network Africa, based in go ahead, but bowed to pressure from president of the American Cassinese Development, at its annual meeting in Nairobi, Kenya. doctors March 9 and announced the can- Benedictine Congregation, an association February, adopted a resolution that calls — Catholic News Service

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Each Maria Elena Romero, a Capuchin Franciscan Poor Clare sister is assigned a chore to tackle. in Wilmington, Del., to ask for her to pray for a personal Likewise, at home, she said, make a list intention, to sound out a problem, sometimes just to cry. of chores or responsibilities that need to But lately, she’s received a phone call or two with a be accomplished that day and dole them different kind of problem: boredom. out: whether it’s working from home, doing As people around the world are asked to work from homework, or cleaning or fixing things. For home, limit their contact with others and introduce “social those who don’t have other responsibilities, distancing” into their vocabulary and lives, the sheltering assign a productive chore for yourself or in place authorities are asking the public to observe is others, to stay busy until lunchtime. causing some to go stir crazy. Sister Romero said she has suggested But for Sister Romero, limiting contact with the world to those who tell her that they’re struggling is a part of life she observes as a cloistered nun. That with boredom to be creative about prayer. If means that like the other dozen or so sisters who live in the home where a person lives has a patio her Capuchin Franciscan community in Wilmington, she or a yard, use the afternoon or lunch hour to only leaves the confines of the Veronica Giuliani monas- eat outside or play relaxing music outdoors

tery for limited reasons, such as a doctor’s appointment. rhina guidos / cns and meditate or pray in a garden or patio. When it comes to limiting contact with the outside Capuchin Franciscan Sister Maria Elena Romero, in this photo “Changing your setting always helps, world, she’s kind of an expert, you might say. Her advice from the Veronica Giuliani Monastery in Wilmington, Del., entered find a place to be alone and that always for those struggling with the current reality of staying in the life of a cloistered nun in 1983 when she joined the order of helps to clear your head,” she said. place? First, make a schedule, she said. St. Clare. Though many are struggling with limiting contact with She suggested that people take them- “If you’re idle, of course you’re going to get bored,” others as the world deals with COVID-19, this can be a time for selves mentally out of the “coronavirus she said in a March 16 telephone interview with Catholic spiritual opportunity, she said. environment,” especially if it’s causing News Service. anxiety. The day at the monastery for the Wilmington Poor the day with prayer, give thanks, then organize work that “Light a candle and meditate,” she said. “This is a Clares begins at 5 a.m. when they make their bed, get needs to be done that day. great time to ask for forgiveness, to look inside the self dressed for the day, then head to the chapel for prayer Some would be surprised, but life inside a monastery and cleanse the soul.” at 5:30 a.m. Though most may not want to get up at this is pretty packed with activity. Though the day revolves Many have complained to her in the past that they hour, it’s a good idea to set a regular time to get up, start around a scheduled set of prayers, there are clothes never have time, “but here it is,” she said. Pandemic a time to understand value of brotherhood, cardinal says By Junno Arocho Esteves for others, helps us to see the ‘other’ -- person, people, or also “highlight more clearly the serious inequalities that Catholic News Service nation — not just as an instrument, but as our ‘counter- characterize our socioeconomic systems.” VATICAN CITY — While the coronavirus pandemic part,’ a ‘helper,’ made to share with us in the banquet of life “Faced with this range of inequalities, the human family gripping the world highlights the frailty of human life, it to which all people are equally invited by God,” he wrote. is challenged to feel and live truly as an interconnected is also an opportunity for people to The Italian government has taken drastic measures to and interdependent family,” the Ghanaian cardinal said. unite in solidarity, a Vatican official prevent the spread of the coronavirus, which has infected “The prevalence of the coronavirus has demonstrated said. thousands in the country, especially in the northern this global significance, having initially affected only one “For each person, believer or regions of Lombardy and Emilia Romagna. country and then spread to every part of the globe.” nonbeliever, this is a good time to Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte announced Addressing the lack of liturgical celebrations, espe- understand the value of brotherhood, March 11 that all businesses, restaurants and bars would cially during the Lenten season, Cardinal Turkson said of being linked to one another in an be closed except for supermarkets, pharmacies and Catholics are called in this time “to an even more deeply indissoluble way,” Cardinal Peter essential services. rooted journey on what sustains spiritual life: prayer, fast- Turkson, prefect of the Dicastery Cardinal Turkson said that in Italy and around the ing and charity.” for Promoting Integral Human Cardinal world, many are experiencing “days of great concern and “If we cannot gather in our assemblies to live our faith Development, said in a statement Turkson growing anxiety” at a time when “human fragility and vul- together as we usually do, God offers us the opportunity March 11. nerability” are particularly clear because of the pandemic. to enrich ourselves, to discover new paradigms and It is “a time in which, in the horizon of faith, the value Like any other emergency situation, he added, the to rediscover our personal relationship with him,” the of solidarity which springs from the love that is sacrificed challenges facing countries trying to contain the virus cardinal said.

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MarchCatholic 15-27, 2021 Italy Pilgrimage 13 DAYS FROM SFO $ ROME * ASSISI * FLORENCE * PADUA * VENICE * MILAN 5,199 PER PERSON

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ROME: Papal audience with the Holy Father at St. Peter’s Basilica Quickly Filling Up (subject to confirmation), Vatican museums, Sistine Chapel, La Book Now! Pieta, Basilica of St. Paul, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain. ORVIETO/ASSISI: Eucharistic Miracle of Bolsena, Assisi the home of St. Francis, Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels, Temple of Minerva, Basilica of Santa Chiara, San Damiano FLORENCE: Academia Gallery to view Michelangelo’s famous “David,” Piazza del Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, Basilica of Santa Croce and a drive to Piazzale Michelangelo INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS: PADUA: Visit the tomb of St. Anthony, tomb of St. Luke, and Marianna Pisano, [email protected] the Scrovegni Chapel VENICE: (800) 777-7432 (Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. EST) Walk the Piazza San Marco and the most famous book online: www.bit.ly/Mangini2021 Basilica for Mass, view the Torre Dell’Orologio, enjoy free time for to receive a mailed brochure contact a gondola ride or to visit Murano : MILAN: Visit one of the largest Camille Tompkins, The Catholic Voice Gothic cathedrals in the world, the Duomo, visit the tomb of (510) 419-1091 St. Charles Borromeo, visit the [email protected] Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie to view Leonardo da This pilgrimage is not sponsored by the Diocese of Oakland or The Catholic Voice Vinci’s “Last Supper” MARCH 23, 2020 THE CATHOLIC VOICE — 7 Holy Week & Easter Liturgies Holy Week will look much different this year Staff report • The Triduum – comprising the Holy Thursday Mass With the suspension of all public Masses in the Bishop’s Holy Week at the Cathedral of the Lord’s Supper, Good Friday’s celebration of Diocese of Oakland until further notice, Holy Week 2020 the Passion of the Lord and the Easter Vigil, which is likely to look quite different from years past. 11 a.m. April 5, Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion begins after sundown on Saturday – is one continu- The shelter-at-home order effective in seven Bay Area 7 p.m. April 9, Holy Thursday, Mass of the Lord’s Supper ous liturgy. counties – including Alameda and Contra Costa in the 3 p.m. April 10, Good Friday, Celebration of the Passion • Holy Thursday includes the washing of the feet, emu- Diocese of Oakland – is in effect until April 7. That order of the Lord lating Jesus at the Last Supper. At the conclusion of could be amended, shortened or extended. 8 p.m. April 11, Holy Saturday, The Easter Vigil the Holy Thursday portion of the Triduum, the Blessed Palm Sunday is April 5. 11 a.m. April 12, Easter Day, Solemn Mass Sacrament is carried in procession to the Place of Some parishes have made arrangements to livestream Repose. Prayer and Adoration are available. private Masses (see Page 1). For the most current infor- (This schedule is subject to change due to the • Eucharist is not consecrated on Good Friday. The mation, check the diocesan webpage (www.oakdiocese. COVID-19 restrictions.) celebration of the Passion of the Lord includes the org) and The Catholic Voice Facebook page. Here are the opportunity for veneration of the cross. Masses of Holy Week: • The Easter Vigil begins outside the church, with the completes the Gospel reading, there is a procession great fire of Easter. Once inside, it is a liturgy rich with • Palm Sunday Masses begin outside the church. Palm into the church. The Passion of the Lord is presented readings, and the baptism of the elect, those who have fronds are distributed to the faithful. After the presider as a Gospel reading. completed the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults.

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St. Philip Neri St. Albert the Great PALM SUNDAY, APRIL 4 & 5 PALM SUNDAY, APRIL 4 & 5 4:30 p.m. Saturday 5:00 p.m. Saturday Vigil PALM SUNDAY, APRIL 5 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday 7:30, 9:30, 11:30 a.m., 7:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m. HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 9 HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 9 HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 9 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer 8:00 a.m. Morning Prayer 8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer 7:00 p.m. Liturgy of the Lord’s Supper 8:00 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper 7:00 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s with Washing of the Feet and Exposition *Procession and Holy Adoration Supper & Washing of the Feet of the Blessed Sacrament will take place until 11:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m to 11:00 p.m. Silent Adoration of GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 10 in the Parish Hall the Blessed Sacrament 8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer 5:00 p.m. Seven Last Words GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 10 in the Learning Center 1:00 p.m. Seven Sorrows of Mary 6:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross/ 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 10 2:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross/ Silent Reflection 12:00 p.m. Sorrowful Mysteries 8:00 a.m. Morning Prayer Silent Reflection 7:00 p.m. Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion of the Rosary 12:00 p.m. Celebration of the Lord’s 3:00 p.m. Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion with Veneration of the Cross 12:30 p.m. Solemn Stations Passion (includes Liturgy of | with Veneration of the Cross of the Cross the Word, Veneration of the Cross 1:30 p.m. Good Friday Service HOLY SATURDAY, APRIL 11 and Communion) with Veneration of the Cross 2:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross 8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer No Services 8:00 p.m. Tenebrae Passion Service and 8:00 p.m. Solemn Liturgy of the Easter Vigil Veneration of the Cross HOLY SATURDAY, APRIL 11 Gather first in the Hall to light 8:00 a.m. Morning Prayer HOLY SATURDAY, APRIL 11 & Blessing of Food 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer 8:00 p.m. Easter Vigil (with incense) EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 12 8:00 p.m. Easter Vigil followed by Reception 9:00 a.m. Easter Mass 8:00 a.m. Easter Mass in Notre Dame Hall 11:30 a.m. Youth Mass 10:30 a.m. Family Mass (followed by EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 12 Children’s Easter Egg Hunt on the lawn) 7:30 a.m. Salubong EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 12 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Easter Masses 7:30 a.m, 9:30 a.m.

Oakland St. Benedict Church St. Columba Catholic Church 2245 82nd Avenue, Oakland 6401 San Pablo Ave., Oakland 510-632-1847 510-654-7600 [email protected] [email protected] www.saintbenedictoakland.com www.StColumba_oak.com 2121 Harrison Street, Oakland • www.ctlcathedral.org SATURDAY, APRIL 4 Fr. Aidan McAleenan, Pastor PALM SUNDAY OF THE LORD’S PASSION, APRIL 5 4:30 p.m. Blessing of the Palms & Procession of the Palms before Mass PASSOVER SEDER DINNER 8:00 a.m. Vietnamese Mass, *11:00 a.m. Solemn Mass, April 6 • 6:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. Spanish Mass PALM SUNDAY, APRIL 5 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. Blessing of the Palms & Procession HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 9

HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 9 of the Palms before Mass 7:00 p.m. Mass of the Lord’ s Supper *7:00 p.m. Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper Followed by Compline and Adoration in the Mausoleum HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 9 6:30 p.m. Mass of The Lord’s Supper GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 10 until midnight Noon – 3:00 p.m. (The Passion of our Lord GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 10 Jesus Christ followed by the Stations of the Cross) GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 10 1:00 p.m. Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion 12:10 p.m. Stations of the Cross, *3:00 p.m. Celebration of the Passion of the Lord HOLY SATURDAY, APRIL 11 EASTER VIGIL, SATURDAY APRIL 11 8:00 p.m. The Vigil of Easter 8:30 p.m. Vigil of the Lord’s Resurrection HOLY SATURDAY, APRIL 11 (Includes Blessing of the Water: Service of the Light, EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 12 and Renewal of Baptismal Vows) *8:00 p.m. The Easter Vigil 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. Easter Sunday Masses EASTER DAY, APRIL 12 EASTER MONDAY, APRIL 13 EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 12 8:00 a.m. Vietnamese Mass, *11:00 a.m. Solemn Mass, 8:00 a.m. Mass 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Spanish Mass (The Liturgies of Easter Sunday) *Liturgies celebrated by Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ 8 — THE CATHOLIC VOICE MARCH 23, 2020 Holy Week & Easter Liturgies Great gifts await those joining the Church, bishop says By Christine Schreck Special to the Catholic Voice “We are going to make sure that no mat- ter what happens with Coronavirus, you will have access to have your sins forgiven. The same for Holy Communion,” the Most Rev. Michael C. Barber, SJ, promised the con- gregation gathered for the Rite of Election at the Cathedral of Christ the Light on Feb. 29. While acknowledging the current global health concerns, the bishop highlighted the Catholic Church’s commitment to celebrat- ing Mass and ministering to the people. The bishop said that throughout history, even in periods marked by communicable disease like plague or leprosy, priests of the Catholic Church have always been there to administer the sacraments, includ- ing the ones the elect will receive at their home parishes during the Easter Vigil when they will become full members of

the Church. VOICE all : CHRISTINE THE SCHRECK/SPECIAL TO CATHOLIC However, it was not the Sacraments of Initiation that Bishop Barber focused on. He spoke not about the once-in-a-lifetime sacraments but about the sacraments that Catholics can receive any time. “Two of the greatest privileges you will receive Scenes from the Rite of Election on Feb. 29. During when you become a Catholic are you will the three rites that weekend, 208 catechumens have your sins forgiven by a priest in the — those seeking baptism and entry into the Sacrament of Confession and to receive Catholic Church — 382 candidates — already the body and blood of Jesus Christ in Holy baptized Christians seeking full communion with Communion,” the bishop said. the Catholic Church — and 122 children were Why are these two sacraments such welcomed. great gifts? On the subject of the forgive- ness of sins, Bishop Barber said, “In our society that During the Rite of Election, candidates and catechu- 208 catechumens and 122 children from 61 parishes tolerates everything but forgives nothing, that’s a big mens, accompanied by their sponsors and godparents, throughout the diocese during three Rites of Election deal.” Once sins are confessed, you have a clean slate affirm their intention to join the Church, pledging their celebrated during the first weekend of Lent. and they will not be held against you—not by the priest, fidelity through their signatures in the Book of the Elect. Bishop Barber warmly and sincerely welcomed the not by other people, and not by God. And when you take The Church makes its election for the candidates and newly elect to the Church on behalf of Pope Francis, Communion, you not only receive the body and blood catechumens to receive the Sacraments of Initiation. This himself, and the global Church community: “It’s nice to of Christ but also become a part of the Body of Christ. year, the Diocese of Oakland welcomed 382 candidates, have you here.” Oakland St. Margaret Mary Church Divine Mercy Parish Our Lady of Lourdes Church 2808 Lakeshore Avenue, Oakland 1219 Excelsior Ave., Oakland St. Lawrence St. Paschal 510-482-0596 • [email protected] 510-451-1790 • lourdesoakland.org 3725 High St. 3700 Dorisa Ave. www.stmargaretmaryoak.orgwww.stmargmaryoak.org SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION *Confessions are heard 30 minutes before Holy Triduum Thursday, March 26, 2020, 7:00 p.m. all Masses, except on Holy Saturday. STATIONS OF THE CROSS HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 9 Thursday, April 2, 2020, 7:00 p.m. PALM SUNDAY, APRIL 5, 2020 St. Lawrence: 6:30 p.m. Procession with palms PALM SUNDAY – April 5, 2020 Multi-Lingual Mass of the Lord’s Supper Saturday Vigil Mass 5:00 p.m. at 7 a.m., 10:30 a.m., & 12:30 p.m. Adoration until 10:00 p.m. 7 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. Masses in Sunday Masses 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. the Extraordinary Form GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 10 HOLY WEEK – TRIDUUM 5 p.m. (vigil) 8:30 a.m., Masses in St. Pachal: 3:00 p.m. Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion Daily Masses 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. the Ordinary Form St. Lawrence: Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion Monday to Wednesday 5:00 p.m. Vietnamese, 7:00 p.m. Spanish HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2020 HOLY THURSDAY – April 9, 2020 8 a.m. Lauds (Morning Prayer)’ EASTER VIGIL, SATURDAY, APRIL 11 Ligurgy 8:00 p.m. 5 p.m. Mass of the Last Supper St. Paschal: 8:00 p.m. GOOD FRIDAY – April 10, 2020 (Extraordinary Form) Solemn Vigil of Easter, Multi-Lingual Liturgy 3:00 p.m. 8 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper HOLY SATURDAY – April 11, 2020 (Ordinary Form) and Adoration EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 12 of the Blessed Sacrament St. Paschal: 8:30 a.m. Easter Vigil 8:00 p.m. until 11 p.m. St. Lawrence: 8:30 a.m. Vietnamese, EASTER SUNDAY MASSES – April 12, 2020 10:30 a.m. English, 1:00 p.m. Spanish 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 10, 2020 8 a.m. Lauds and Stations of the Cross. Noon Lenten Lamentations bay point dublin 1 p.m. Celebration of the Passion of the Lord, with Veneration of the Cross Our Lady Queen and Holy Communion St. Raymond 3 p.m. Divine Mercy Chaplet of the World Church 5 p.m. Good Friday Liturgy 3155 Winterbrook Drive, Bay Point Catholic Church (Extraordinary Form) 925-458-4718, [email protected] 11555 Shannon Ave., Dublin and Veneration of the Cross. 925-828-2460 PALM SUNDAY, APRIL 5 www.st-raymond-dublin.org HOLY SATURDAY, APRIL 11, 2020 Blessing of Palm at all Masses 8:00 a.m. PALM SUNDAY, APRIL 5 8 a.m. Lauds Procession of Palms 9:30 a.m., Mass 10:00 a.m. Procession of Palms 11:30 a.m., Mass 12:00 p.m. Regular Mass Schedule 3 p.m. Chaplet of Divine Mercy Mass begins outside the Church with the blessing of the palms, 4 p.m. Easter Vigil (Extraordinary Form) HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 9 the Gospel reading, and a procession into the Church. Evening Mass of the Last Supper 7:30 p.m. 8 p.m. Easter Vigil (Ordinary Form) Presentation of the Holy Oils, Washing of the Feet HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 9 8:30 a.m. Prayer Service Veneration of the Blessed Sacrament until midnight EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 12, 2020 7:00 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper There will be no regular daily mass 7 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. Masses in GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 10 the Extraordinary Form Seven Last Words 12:15-3:15 p.m. GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 10 Divine Mercy Novena begins 8:30 a.m. Prayer Service 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Masses in Stations of the Cross 4:00 p.m. (Hispanic) 6:30 p.m. (English) 12:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross the Ordinary Form Passion of the Lord 1:15 p.m. Seven Last Words of Christ 3 p.m. The Chaplet Veneration of the Cross/Communion 7:00 p.m. (English) 7:00 p.m. Liturgy of the Friday Passion of the Lord of Divine Mercy 9:00 p.m. (Vietnamese) There will be no regular daily mass EASTER VIGIL, APRIL 11 HOLY SATURDAY, APRIL 11 CHRIST IS RISEN ! 7:30 p.m. Liturgical celebration starts @ Palis Hall 8:30 a.m. Prayer Service Blessing of Holy Fire/Paschal Candle = Procession to the church 8:00 p.m. Easter Vigil of the Holy Night HE IS TRULY RISEN ! Easter Vigil Rites (RCIA) There will be no confessions EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 12 EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 12 8:00 a.m.. 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. Mass Moran Hall Masses: 9:15 a.m., 11:00 a.m. ALLELUIA. 2:00 p.m. Hispanic Mass Church Masses: 7:30, 9:00, & 10:45 a.m.; 12:30 p.m. (Spanish) MARCH 23, 2020 THE CATHOLIC VOICE — 9 Holy Week & Easter Liturgies Christmas Eve invitation leads to an Easter Vigil baptism By Michele Jurich discerned becoming Catholic. Staff writer Kim began taking Uber from Berkeley to An invitation to Christmas Eve Mass was the Alameda to attend Mass on Sunday, and go to beginning of the journey that is leading to baptism RCIA classes later in the week. It got “a little at the Easter Vigil for Jane Kim, 24. expensive” on a student budget so she began The invitation was made by Sophia Devassy, who going just once a week to RCIA. had come to know Kim as her daughter’s preschool “I got the bravery to go to my first Mass at teacher. Newman,” she said. At her first Mass at Berkeley’s It may have been maternal concern for a Cal Holy Spirit/Newman Hall, a retreat for college student that prompted Devassy to ask Kim, on the students was announced. 23rd of December, 2018, what she was doing for To her surprise, Kim signed up. “I remember Christmas. Turns out Kim was flying home but not being very, very welcome, “ she said, until after Christmas. Devassy had no way of know- “I was a little sad by the end of the last semes- ing that it was a most welcome invitation. ter,” she said. “If I would’ve known a year earlier I

“I’ve been interested in the Catholic Church,” Kim photo courtesy could’ve been baptized at St. Joseph.” said. “I went to a Protestant church; it didn’t quite fit Sophia Devassy, middle, with her daughter, and Jane Kim at St. Kim graduated from the university in 2019 and me. I had been watching Mass on YouTube. I never Joseph Basilica in Alameda. returned to Southern California, where she joined had the bravery to go to a Catholic church all alone.” an RCIA class of about 30 at St. Mary Church in Kim was in her last year at the University of California, path. The basilica parish has a vibrant adult faith forma- Fullerton. “It’s a big group, one of the biggest they’ve ever Berkeley where she studied theater and legal studies. tion program. had,” she said. “That’s perfect, she replied to the invitation. “I’ve been Devassy introduced Kim not only to the priest, but to Her RCIA group went to Christ Cathedral in Anaheim looking at the Catholic Church.” Anne Marie Fourré, faith formation director at the basilica for the Rite of Election. It was her first visit to a cathedral, St. Joseph Basilica in Alameda was their destination. parish. she said, “It was great to see a lot of people in a Catholic “Christmas is one of the most beautiful and biggest Fourré, and another catechist sat down with her, in a Church, all looking forward to the same thing.” Masses of the year and it was my first Mass,” Kim said. warm room, Kim recalled, and told her she could ask any In the days before her entry into the Church, she is “Sophia was next to me to describe it to me.” The Mass questions. They answered telling her the way Catholics hoping Sophia and her daughter will be there. They have was at St. Joseph Basilica in Alameda. view each issue she raised. She recalled the warmth of been planning to be there, but the coronavirus COVID-19 It was the opposite of feeling lost. welcome in the Basilica community. precautions might prevent that. “I felt I fit quite well in the church, “ Kim said. “I’ve been kind of lost spiritually in this world.” she said. Jane Kim’s patron saint? She is still deciding. St. Devassy recalled that Kim started asking that eve- Devassy encouraged Kim to “do her research” as she Genesius, patron saint of actors, perhaps. ning about how to become Catholic. Kim was comfortable that upon her return after Total Consecration to Jesus Through Mary Christmas, she asked You are invited to participate in a Total Consecration Devassy not only when they Catering Services to Jesus through Mary. Saint Maximilian Kolbe said could go to Mass again, but how she could begin the for Celebrations of Life, Marian consecration is “the surest, easiest, shortest, journey to Catholicism. Funerals and Memorial Services and the most perfect means to becoming a Saint.” We “She didn’t know about will use Father Michael Gaitley’s program, 33 Days to RCIA,” Devassy, a cradle 510-657-1149 Morning Glory. Sundays, 9:00-10:30 a.m. April 26-May Catholic said, “and neither 31 at St. John the Baptist, El Cerrito. For complete [email protected] did I.” information, visit StJohnElCerrito.org/33 days. The Rite of Christian www.vintagecatering.com Initiation for Adults is the fremont lafayette livermore

Holy Spirit Church St. Perpetua Church St Michael Catholic Parish 37588 Fremont Blvd., Fremont 458 Maple Street 510-797-1660 • holyspiritfremont.org 3454 Hamlin Road, Lafayette Livermore, CA 94550 925-283-0272 • www.stperpetua.org 925-447-1585 PALM SUNDAY, APRIL 5 StMichaelLivermore.com 5:00 p.m. (Saturday Vigil Mass), 7:15, 9:00, 10:45 a.m., Communal Reconciliation Service 12:30 & 5:00 p.m. Holy Thursday: April 9 Holy Saturday: April 11 Wednesday, April 1, 7:00 p.m. Palm Vigil: April 13 Holy Saturday: April 20 8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer 8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 9 5 pm English, 7 pm Spanish 8:30 am Morning Prayer 8:15 a.m. Morning Prayer 6:00 p.m. Mass (English) 8:00 p.m. Easter Vigil Mass Holy Week and Easter Liturgies Begins in the Courtyard 8:00 pm Easter Vigil Mass 7:30 p.m. Mass of Lord’s Supper followed by 8:00 p.m. (Spanish) (multi-lingual) (multi-lingual) Adoration until 11:00 p.m. (Parish Center) Palm Sunday, April 5

(Blessing of the Palms will begin GoodHoly Thursday:Friday: April April 10 18 Easter Sunday: April 12 GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 10 Easter Sunday: April 21 in the Grand Hall at all Masses) 8:308:30 a.m. am MorningMorning Prayer Prayer Mass in the Church: 8:15 a.m. Morning Prayer Mass in the Church: 12:30 p.m. Solemn Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion, 12:006:00 pmp.m. Mass Service English, 6:45 a.m., 8:00 a.m. (Latin), Veneration of the Cross, and Communion Holy Thursday, April 9 2:308:00 p.m. pm SpanishService 9:305:30 a.m.,am, 6:45 11:00 am, a.m., 8:00 am, 2:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper, 7:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. Way of the Cross 12:309:30 am, p.m., 11:00 (Spanish), am, 12:30 3:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Novena begins (No morning Mass) Good Friday:(English) April 19 6:00pm (Spanish) p.m. and 6:00 pm 5:00 and 7:30 p.m Solemn Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion 5:308:30 p.m. am MorningPassion PrayerPlay Good Friday, April 10 MassMass inin the Hall:Hall HOLY SATURDAY, APRIL 11 2 pm Service(Spanish) (English) 8:158:15 a.m.,am (Spanish), 9:45 a.m., 9:45 am 8:15 a.m. Morning Prayer Stations of the Cross, 1:15 p.m. 7:004 pm p.m. Passion Service Play (Spanish) (English) andand 11:1511:15 a.m.am (Spanish) 3:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Novena The Lord’s Passion, 2:00 p.m. 5 pm Service (English) 8:00 p.m. Easter Vigil, the Sacraments of Initiation and 6:30 pm Passion Play (Spanish) Additional parking on Easter Liturgy of the Holy Eucharist Easter Vigil, April 11 SundayAdditional at parking St. Michael on Easter School, Sunday 8:15 p.m. (No 5:00 p.m. Mass) 8:00 pm Service (Spanish) 4that St & Michael Maple School, St. 4th & Maple St. EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 12 6:00, 7:15, 9:00, 10:45 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Easter Sunday, April 12 Follow us on social media! 3:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Novena (No 5:00 p.m. Easter Sunday Mass) 8:00, 9:30 & 11:30 a.m.

40th Annual Lake County Outdoor Passion Play, 3rd weekend in May 2020 Lake County Outdoor Passion Play Northern California The Passion, Death, Resurrection and Ascension of our Lord, Jesus Christ 4:00 P.M., Saturday & Sunday Let the Holy Spirit lead you! • FREE of charge Great for Prayer or Bible Group Outings! • Donations gratefully accepted May 16th & 17th • Bring your own chair (Weekend after Mother’s Day) • Facilities for the Handicapped • No food, drinks or pets on the grounds Off Highway 29 • Fresh spring water available about 4 miles North of Lakeport, CA • Positively NO SMOKING! 7010 Westlake Rd, Upper Lake, CA 95485 No need to go Oberammergau, the best Passion Call: 707-263-0349 or Play is in your own backyard! 833-263-5277 (833-263-LCPP) Or visit: www.lakecountypassionplay.org Facebook: facebook.com/PassionPlay/LakeCo/ 10 — THE CATHOLIC VOICE MARCH 23, 2020 Holy Week & Easter Liturgies photos the good shepherd / courtesy church of Caiaphas, the High Priest, played by Nichelle Agbo, the Centurion, played by Daniel Peña, and Jesus, played by Roberto Iniguez – three of the young people participating in the Passion Play production. Barabbas, played by Antonio Torres, Levi, Roman soldier, played by Nicholas Ferris, Pontius Pilate, played by Joseph Ortiz, and Jesus, played by Roberto Iniguez, in a scene from the Passion Play produced at the Church of the Good Parish Passion Play canceled, Shepherd in Pittsburg.

Over the years, the cast has grown, as members, she said, “learn a lot about the but teens’ spirits stay strong has the collection of elaborate costumes events at the end of Christ’s life. They talk By Michele Jurich It’s not unusual for cast members to and props. about getting closer to God.” Staff writer return for a second or third year – or more. Auditions depend on when More than 50 young people at the “Every one of these kids said they’d be Easter falls each year. All who Church of the Good Shepherd have spent back next year,” Garcia said. read at audition receive a role. The “I want to move people’s hearts by 2020 preparing to present the Passion The Passion Play has also been a cast rehearses six hours a week, telling the story of the man who Play to family, friends, fellow parishioners family affair. Of the 28 young men who Sunday evenings and either Friday and guests. have portrayed Jesus, five were from or Saturday evening, to prepare. sacrificed so much for us all. In This is the 28th year of the play, under one extended family, Garcia said. It has “I love working with teens,” the end, it’s not about the actors the direction of Susan Garcia. generational appeal as well: A father who Garcia said. “They have so much or the crew – it’s about Him, Over the years, the performances are appeared in the early years has seen his energy, so much fun. They lift my in the church – there are no tickets, no daughter cast in the later years. spirits.” which is why getting to be part of entry fee and all are welcome. Two of the Garcia, active in youth ministry and “Every year the script is differ- this play is such an honor.” performances had been scheduled for confirmation preparation, was invited in ent. The plot is always the same,” Palm Sunday and Good Friday. 1992 to put on the Passion Play. With little she said — Nichelle Agbo Fifty-three teenagers are in the cast, time to prepare, it was a dramatic reading, The theme changes year to 36 actors and 17 on backstage. Some with costumes. year. The secondary focus on participants are as young as sixth and The next year, she wrote a play. Sixteen a character. The audience watches the If circumstances permit, the Passion eighth grade. actors courageously stepped forward. character’s metamorphosis. The passion Play may come to the Church of Good They couldn’t wait, she said. There were nine apostles. She hoped has been seen through the eyes of Mary Shepherd later in the year, Father Hoang This year, everybody will have to maybe the audience wouldn’t count. Magdalene, though the Blessed Mother, said. wait: Contra Costa County announced March 14 that, effective the next day, pub- Become Part of the Shrine union city lic and private gatherings to Our Lady of Lourdes of 100 or more people are the blind banned through the end of In 2018, a benefactor attending one of man healed March because of corona- by Jesus. Matchingfor larger grant donations available our retreats offered to reconstruct the virus concerns. humble Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes, It’s “We have decided originally built in the early 1950s. The “a way to to cancel the Passion vision grew, and now we hope to add look at the Play,” Rev. Thi Van Hoang, Passion gardens and a plaza named for the parochial administrator and get a of Church of the Good beloved, late Fr. Kevin Gaffey, a priest different Shepherd, said March 15. in residence at Vallombrosa who had a message,” “The kids put in so much great devotion to Our Lady. There will Garcia said. effort and sacrifices to be a Fountain of St. Bernadette, a “Path This perform,” he said. of Spiritual Works,” and two formal gates year’s At their rehearsal the and numerous benches. All these will theme is day before, the cast learned surround the Shrine and create a quiet “Beholding of the cancellation. and sacred space for prayer, reflection His dwelling “They’re heartbroken, as and devotion. There will also be an place. The I am,” Garcia said. perspective outdoor altar for Mass at the Shrine in But they all understand. is that of “I told them, ‘We may Gaffey Plaza. the money never have an opportunity A donation of any size will help changer in to perform this, but in my this project come to life. the temple, mind it is the 28th annual Please visit vallombrosa.org/shrine, whose table Passion Play,’” Garcia told email [email protected], or call to speak Jesus has them. “’I saw it, you saw it, with Dave Fencl at 650-325-5614. upended. God saw it.’” The cast piedmont san ramon Corpus Christi Church St. Joan of Arc Church 322 St. James Drive, Piedmont 2601 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon 510-530-4343 www.sjasr.org • 925-830-0600 PALM SUNDAY THE PASSION OF THE LORD, Celebration of the Triduum APRIL 5 Mass: Saturday: 5:30 p.m. HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 9th Sunday: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 9 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 10th 7:00 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper with Adoration 12:30 p.m. Passion of the Lord GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 10 2:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer 10:30 am - 12:00 p.m. Cross Hike HOLY SATURDAY, APRIL 11th meet at the end of Paddock Drive, carpool if possible 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross 8:00 p.m. Easter Vigil Mass 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Devotions with individual confession No 5:00 p.m. Mass 7:00 p.m. – Celebration of the Lord’s Passion HOLY SATURDAY, APRIL 11 EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 12th 9:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer Easter Masses 10:00 a.m. – Blessing of the Food Baskets 8:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. – The Great Easter Vigil Weather permittng, we will gather outside for the blessing of the Easter fire and process into the Church where we will celebrate The Sacrament of Reconciliation the Great Easter Vigil. (Please note: there will not be afternoon is not celebrated during Holy Week confessions or 5:30 p.m. Mass.) EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 12 or on Holy Saturday. Masses in Church – 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. Masses in Gym – 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. MARCH 23, 2020 THE CATHOLIC VOICE — 11 Salesian students journey to Mexico By Michele Jurich Staff writer A group of students from Salesian College Preparatory in Richmond, who joined with students from St. Francis Central Coast Catholic High School in Watsonville for a February trip to Tijuana, returned home grateful for the experience. The Salesian travelers, who were accompanied by Adrian Mision Fulay, the campus minister, offered their reflections to their fel- low students on Ash Wednesday. “The most meaningful thing for me was truly seeing God work in and through people for the very

first time,” said junior Dylan Chan. photos courtesy “The hospitality, perverence, self- Students from Salesian College Preparatory in lessness, and unconditional love Richmond traveled to Tijuana, Mexico, visiting and I witnessed there despite the not- working in an orphanage, a soup kitchen and a youth so-great circumstances showed me center while they were there. the importance of living out God’s will in everyday life whenever we can.” so happy and organized for a common goal. It brought couple other students, and I feel that they left a greater The group stayed with the Salesians in Tijuana at the me so much joy when the kids were grateful that we were impact on me than I did on them because I was really Oratorio San Francisco de Sales, which is right across the there for them. We played and had a lot of fun. We played able to see God’s love through these children.” street from the U.S.-Mexico border. The students and the soccer with the kids and made them breakfast and lunch. Each day began and ended with prayer. They attended adults who accompanied them lived with the Salesians I didn’t expect to have such a good time. I’m excited to go Sunday Mass at a local Salesian parish and another Mass and college-age Salesian volunteers from various coun- next year to meet my new friends and help those in need.” with the Salesians and volunteers at Oratorio Salesiano tries. They visited — and worked at — an orphanage, a Maria Escalera described her interaction there with a Don Bosco. The experience in Tijuana was full of chal- soup kitchen and a youth center boy about 7 years old. “To begin with, I didn’t think we’d lenges — language, lack of sleep and witnessing the “My biggest struggle was accepting the fact that there’s find ourselves with such a happy group of children, who poverty and suffering of others, but It was also full of joy: only so much we can do to help the people; while helping were really bonded with the women who worked there joy of new friendships, joy in serving others, and joy and in orphanages, serving in soup kitchens, and cleaning up and called them ‘mamá.’ learning about oneself and others. communities are helpful, they only go so far and are not “This little boy’s name was Alex and he’s really smart. permanent fixes,” Dylan said. “The most important lesson He was able to name all US and Mexican presidents, and that I learned was to be grateful for what I have and to he knew a lot about Mexican culture as well as Southern do what I can to help others.” California, and he explained to me how his favorite subject The students visited Eunime Orphanage, a home was social studies. His dream is to become a singer and for 27 children, half of whom are HIV positive; the other he sang every word of ‘Viva Mexico’ to me. He has a very half were their siblings. The children ranged from ages 8 big personality and he told me he was one day going to months to 18 years. get a girlfriend by serenading her. It was just beautiful to “The orphanage really affected me because it was very see all the joy in these children, and to see how motivated different than what I expected,” Javier Sanchez said. “ It was he was to get an education and have a career. When we a happy place and well taken care of. Everyone seemed were leaving they tried to hold me back, along with a Senior Living/Resources

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OBITUARIES Sister Robert Irene Buchanan, OP Sister McNichols ministered for 20 years in elemen- munications and public relations in the Adrian Dominican tary education in Michigan, Florida, Arizona and in Development Office in Detroit and later Eastpointe, Sister Robert Irene Buchanan, formerly known as New Mexico, where she was a principal for three years. Michigan. She became a resident of the Dominican Life Mildred Marilyn Buchanan, died Feb. 13 at the Dominican She also spent seven years in California as an educa- Center in Adrian, Michigan, in 2012. Life Center in Adrian, Michigan. She was 92 years of age tional television consultant for the Archdiocese of San She is survived by a niece. and in the 68th year of her religious profession in the Francisco, 1970-1973, and as educational television The funeral Mass was held March 6 in St. Catherine Adrian Dominican Congregation. program director at the Educational TV Center in Menlo Chapel followed by the Rite of Committal in the Born in Detroit, she was graduated from Immaculata Park, 1973-1974. She also served as co-provincial for Congregation cemetery in Adrian. High School there, and received a bachelor of arts degree the Holy Cross Province in Oakland for three years, in history from Siena Heights College 1976-1979. Sister Annie Frances Oman, OSF (University) in Adrian. Sister McNichols also ministered an additional seven Sister Annie Frances Oman, a former chaplain at Sister Buchanan spent 19 and a years in Congregation leadership: six years as chapter Providence Hospital in Oakland, died Feb. 29 in Aston, half years in education in Michigan, prioress for the Upper Midwest Chapter in Hometown, Pennsylvania. She was 92 and had been a professed Arizona, Ohio, and Nevada. In the Illinois, and one year as administrator of retired Sisters member of the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia for Diocese of Oakland she was an in Wilmette, Illinois. She also served for an another 23 71 years. elementary teacher at St. Louis years in various pastoral positions in Arizona and Illinois. Born in Drumcondra, County Bertrand School in Oakland, from She became a resident of the Dominican Life Center in Dublin, Ireland, Sister Oman joined 1954-1963, and at St. Lawrence Adrian in 2016. the congregation in 1946 and pro- O’Toole School, also Oakland, from She is survived by loving cousins. fessed her first vows in 1949. She 1968-1970. The Rite of Committal (burial) took place March 6 in earned a bachelor of arts degree in Additionally, Sister Buchanan taught special educa- the Congregation cemetery. A Memorial Mass followed education/French from Fort Wright tion for 13 years in Santa Cruz County. She also served by the Ritual of Remembering were held March 9 at St. College. She ministered primarily in as a medical records clerk for nine years at Dominican Catherine’s Chapel and at the Dominican Life Center, elementary education and pastoral Hospital in Santa Cruz before becoming a resident of the respectively. care. Prior to moving to the West Dominican Life Center in 2006. Coast she taught in schools in the She is survived by nieces and nephews. Sister Laura Marie Smith, OP Archdiocese of Baltimore and in the The funeral Mass was held Feb. 19 in St. Catherine Sister Laura Marie Smith, a former principal at St. Diocese of Wilmington. Chapel in Adrian, Michigan and the Rite of Committal Philip Neri School in Alameda, died March 3 at the She ministered for 25 years in the Archdiocese of followed in the Congregation cemetery. Dominican Life Center in Adrian, Michigan. She was 91 Seattle, teaching at schools in Tacoma and working in years of age and in the 67th year of her religious profes- pastoral ministry at two Tacoma hospitals. During her Sister Anastasia McNichols, OP sion in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. last 12 years in the archdiocese, she volunteered at the Sister Anastasia McNichols, formerly known as Sister Born in Cleveland, Ohio and Institute for Christian Ministries in Tacoma. She also min- John Leo McNichols, died March 4 at the Dominican baptized Ruth Dolores Smith, Sister istered as a teacher in the Diocese of Baker, in Oregon. Life Center in Adrian, Michigan. She Smith was graduated from St. Peter In addition to the Diocese of Oakland, Sister Oman was 91 years of age and in the 70th High School in Cleveland. She ministered in the dioceses of Fresno, San Diego, San year of her religious profession in received a Bachelor of Arts degree Bernardino and the Archdiocese of San Francisco. the Adrian Dominican Congregation. in history from Siena Heights College She returned to the East Coast in 2008 and served A native of Chicago, Sister (University) in Adrian, and a master her community at the congregation’s motherhouse. In McNichols was graduated from of education degree in administration 2016 she moved to the congregation’s motherhouse in Trinity High School in River Forest, from Barry College (University) in Aston, Pennsylvania. Illinois, and received a Bachelor of Miami Shores, Florida. Survivors include her sisters, Sister Margaret Oman Philosophy degree in English and Sister Smith spent 47 years min- and Sister Agnes Oman, and her brother and sister-in-law, a Master of Teaching degree in istering in elementary education in Michigan, Florida, Peter and Joan Oman. education, both from Siena Heights Ohio And California. She served as principal at St. Philip The funeral Mass was held March 9 at Assisi House, College (University) in Adrian. She was also certified as Neri School in Alameda from 1974-1986. She was also the congregation’s retirement residence, in Aston, a pastoral counselor by the Cardinal Meyer Institute in principal at schools in San Diego and in Wickliffe and Pennsylvania. Burial was at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Rocky River, Ohio. From 2002-2012, she worked in com- also in Aston. Italian priests, religious women among victims of COVID-19 By Carol Glatz be in critical condition, ANSA, the Italian In Cremona, Msgr. Vincenzo Rini, 75, Because of the risks associated with Catholic News Service news agency, reported March 15. died March 14 after being hospitalized the coronavirus, there was no such thing ROME — A number of priests and In the hard-hit Diocese of Bergamo, because of COVID-19. He was a jour- as being too cautious, the bishop said. religious women have been among the Bishop Francesco Beschi said March nalist and directed the diocesan weekly, “If the situation forces us to take a step nearly 2,000 people who have died in 16 that many of his priests have been “Catholic Life,” for more than 30 years. He back” from all the hustle and bustle or a Italy because of illness connected with exposed to the virus. Twenty have had also served as president of SIR, the news frenetic lifestyle, then this was an oppor- COVID-19. symptoms serious enough to be hospital- agency of the Italian bishops’ conference. tune moment, he said. One member of the Little Missionary ized while six have died in the past week. The bishop there, 62-year-old Bishop “We must not be afraid,” he said. Sisters of Charity died March 15 at the In another part of northern Italy, Father Antonio Napolioni, was still recovering in Media in France also reported March age of 88 after she and 23 members of her Guido Mortari, 83, died March 13 of pneu- the city’s public hospital from coronavirus 15 that French Bishop Emmanuel Delmas community in Tortona, near Milan, were monia; his test results for COVID-19 had not March 16. In an interview with Vatican of Angers, 65, had tested positive for evacuated by helicopter March 13 and come back at the time of his death. He had News March 14, he said his condition was coronavirus. He had been in Rome in early hospitalized for fever and trouble breath- served as a parish priest in his hometown improving and he urged people to take March with other French bishops for their ing. Another unidentified nun was said to of Reggio Emilia for more than 40 years. seriously all precautions and mandates. “ad limina” visit. MARCH 23, 2020 datelineS THE CATHOLIC VOICE — 13

Editor’s Note: Due to the fluid nature of events as a result of the coronavi- rus, events posted here may change. Please check the status of specific events by using the contact informa- tion that is provided. u NEW EVENTS April 28, May 26 Heart to Heart Conversations About the Challenges of Aging. At Mercy Retirement and Care Center, 3431 Foothill Blvd., Oakland. March 24: Create Connection During Conflict; April 28: Understanding Others Without Shouldering Their Sadness; May 26: How to Ask for What You Want in Ways to Get Heard. Presented by Katharina Dress. Information: Sally, 510-534-8540, ext. 330 or email: [email protected]. April 18 and 19 Divine Mercy Healing Mass – “I Am Love and Mercy Itself.” At The Church of the Good play lake county passion Shepherd, 3200 Harbor St., Pittsburg. Featuring talks by Christine Watkins and Rev. James Blunt, Lake County Passion Play SOLT. For schedule and more information: call 925-250-6837. More than 150 players, representing people of several denominations, will re-enact this most touching of dramas – the passion, death, resurrection and ascension of Jesus Christ. The setting will be off Highway 29, on property overlooking Sunday, April 19 Clear Lake. The Lake County Passion Play takes place May 16-17. For more Information, visit www.lakecountypas- Earth Day Celebration. 2 to 5 p.m. at San Damiano Retreat, 710 Highland Drive, Danville. sionplay.org. Free event for the whole family. Reservations: 925- 837-9141 or visit www.sandamiano.org. prayer service hosted by Knights of Columbus Blessed Sacrament. 3 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. Information and/ Council 11790 on the last Sunday of the month. Church, 860 Oak Grove Road, Concord. Followed or registration contact Susan by phone at 925-830- Tuesday, April 21 Information: Mike, 510-912-0442. by Bilingual Mass. 1737 or email at [email protected]. Creating Superhumans with Futurist Jody Medich. 7 p.m. at the Jean Hofmann Center for Innovation, Carondelet High School, 11333 Winton Friday, April 17 April 26 to May 31 Second/Fourth Mondays Drive, Concord. Jody Medich, futurist and product Holy Hour for Priests. 10:30 a.m. at St. Margaret Total Consecration to Jesus Through Mary. St. John Vianney Grief Ministry. 7:30 p.m. in designer, will share how emerging technologies Mary Church, 1219 Excelsior Ave., Oakland. All 9 to 10:30 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Church, Mullins Common, 1650 Ygnacio Valley Road, like brain machine interfaces, robotics, artificial priests serving in the diocese are welcome. Held 11150 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. Open to all. St. Walnut Creek. Facilitator: Jerry Mellin. Information: intelligence, augmented realty and virtual reality on Third Friday of the month, except for the summer Maximilian Kolbe said Marian consecration is the Eileen Matthews, 925-939-8199 or etmatthews@ can dramatically extend, augment, and amplify months, as a service to priests by the Prelature of “surest, easiest, shortest, and the most perfect sbcglobal.com. our abilities – creating superhumans, rather than Opus Dei. The sacrament of reconciliation heard by means to becoming a saint.” Information: https:// computers. This is a free community event. a priest of Opus Dei is available during Holy Hour. stjohnelcerrito.org. A luncheon hosted by St. Margaret Mary follows. Tuesdays Divorce Support Workshops. 7 p.m. at St. Friday, April 24 Monday, June 15 Joan of Arc Parish, 2601 San Ramon Valley Fish Fry-Karaoke Party. 6 p.m. in the parish hall at Sunday, April 19 38th Annual Moreau Catholic Golf Classic. Blvd., San Ramon. This is a video series by St. Columba Church, 6401 San Pablo Ave., Oakland. Masses in Tagalog. Every third Sunday (except Shotgun Start at 11:45 a.m. at Lake Merced Golf DivorceCare. Questions/registration, email Proceeds benefit the scholarship program for children in September and December) at 3:30 p.m. at St. Club. Try the Launching Fore Charity Cannon and Rosemarie McKenney, [email protected] in Haiti. Information: Tom Luce, hhecoordinator@ Michael Church, 458 Maple St., Livermore. A pot- see your golf ball fly over 300 yards! All proceeds gmail.com or http://haitischolarships.weebly.com luck reception follows the Mass in the parish hall benefit the Brother Gary Stone, CSC Scholarship at 326 Maple St., Livermore. Information: www. Fund that is awarded to incoming ninth grade Fourth Wednesdays stmichaellivermore.com/Filipino or 925-447-1585. students who exhibit high academic potential Family Caregiver Support Ministry. 7 p.m. in Monday, April 27 and good citizenship. Information: contact Diana rooms 214 and 215 in the Ministry Center at St. 36th Annual Catholic Charities Golf Tournament. Mondays (Straggas) DeFrance ’76 at ddefrance@moreau- Isidore Church, 440 La Gonda Way, Danville. Blackhawk Country Club, Lakeside Course, 599 catholic.org. Registration: https://moreaucatholic. Family caregivers are invited to our monthly meet- Blackhawk Club Drive, Danville. 10 a.m. check- Rosary in Spanish. 7:30 p.m., St. Joseph Parish Center, 2100 Pear St., Pinole. 510-741-4900. org/give/special-events/golf-classic/. ings which include prayer, handouts on caregiving in, 11:30 a.m. shotgun start, boxed lunch on the and discussion related to coping when caring for course, 5 p.m. no-host cocktail hour, 6 p.m. awards loved ones. Dave Clare, 925-314-5784. dinner, raffle and auction. $250 per golfer includes Wednesdays Second Wednesdays green fee, cart, tee prizes, lunch, games, dinner Meditation of the next Sunday Gospel and Bingo. 6 p.m. in the Stack Center at Our Lady of and a chance for $1 million. Dinner only: $60 per Coronilla in Spanish. 7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Grace Parish, 3433 Somerset Ave., Castro Valley. Thursdays person. To sponsor or register: ww.cceb.org/golf. Parish Center, 2100 Pear St., Pinole. 510-741-4900. Sponsor: St. Maximilian Kolbe Council 16770 Widows/widowers grief support group. 5 p.m. Information: Michael Bauman, golf event coordi- Knights of Columbus. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 500 Fairview nator, at 925-451-7682 or [email protected] Ave., Brentwood. Sandy Heinisch, 925-513-3412 First Wednesdays or [email protected]. Catholic Men’s Night. 7 p.m. at St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Parish, 2039 Mt. Diablo u RETREATS u SPIRITUALITY Blvd., Walnut Creek. Adoration, Confession and Third Thursdays rosary for men. Food and drink follow. Contact: March 27 to 29 Military Peer Support Group. 7 to 8 p.m. in the March 23, 30, April 6 [email protected]. Those Feisty Gospel Women with Kathy Coffey. rectory at St. Augustine Church, 3999 Bernal Ave., Weekly meditation groups in the John Main, At San Damiano Retreat, 710 Highland Drive, Pleasanton. Veterans share life challenges and OSB, tradition. 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Mondays in Danville. Cost: $245 (private room) or $215 (shared opportunities. Contact: Dom Pietro at 925-462- Thursdays room). Information/registration: visit www.sanda- the Keeley Center, St. Charles Borromeo Church, Holy Hour for Vocations. 7 p.m. at Corpus Christi 4665 or [email protected]. miano.org or 925-837-9141, ext. 315. 1315 Lomitas Ave., Livermore. Claire La Scola, Parish, 37891 Second St., Fremont. 510-790-3207. 925-447-9800 or [email protected]. WINGS — Women in God’s Spirit. 9:30 to 11:30 Saturdays a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church, Borromeo April 8, May 13 Parents Who Have Lost a Child Grief Support Days of Prayer at Santa Sabina Retreat. 9:30 Hall, 1315 Lomitas Ave., Livermore. Theme: Pass It Group. 1 p.m. at Church of the Good Shepherd, March 24, 31, April 7 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. at Santa Sabina Center, 25 Men of St. Joseph meeting. 7 to 8 a.m. Tuesdays On. A different speaker each week with a spiritual 3200 Harbor St., Pittsburg. For exact dates, call Magnolia Ave, San Rafael. April 8: Colette Lafia; in St. Anthony room at St. Mary of the Immaculate or humanitarian message, followed by discus- Sandy Heinisch, 925-513-3412 or sandynca@ May 13: Andrews Amir. Generally the day con- Conception Church, 2039 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Walnut sion and small group sharing. Information: www. sbcglobal.net. cludes with Eucharist at 1:15 p.m. Suggested Creek. Information: michaelgallagher1025@ stcharleslivermore.org/WINGS.asp. outlook.com. offering: $20. Information: 415-457-7727. Second Saturdays St. John Vianney Loss of Child Grief Ministry. March 24, April 14 u EVENTS u 10 a.m. in the Lower Mullins Common Library, 1650 Fil/Am ministry. 7:30 p.m. second and fourth EVANGELIZATION Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek. Facilitator: Tuesdays, St. Clement Parish Center, 750 Calhoun The Berkeley Chapter of St. Paul Street Jerry Mellin. Information: Eileen Matthews, 925- March 28 and April 24 Evangelization is a grass-roots organization that St., Hayward. Simon Medrano, 510-303-2965. “Unplanned” – Free Movie Screening. March 939-8199 or [email protected]. take seriously the Christian mission to spread 28: 7 p.m. in Large Hall, St. Bonaventure Parish, the good news. We do it in a non-confrontational 5562 Clayton Road, Concord; April 24: 7 p.m. March 25, April 1, 8 approach out on the streets. Planning and train- Perpetual Help Devotion Baclaran format. in Classrooms B1 and B2, St. Bonaventure. ing meetings are held at 7:15 p.m. on the last u ART/MUSIC 8:15 a.m. Wednesdays after last morning Mass, “Unplanned” is the powerful story of Abby Johnson, Wednesday of the month in the back portable at Our Lady Queen of the World Church, 3155 a former director of a Planned Parenthood clinic, St. Joseph the Worker Church, 1640 Addison St., Winterbrook Drive, Bay Point, 925-550-0679. who quit her job and became an ardent advocate Friday, April 17 Berkeley. Contact: David Brandt, dave.brandt456@ Notes for Nourishment. 7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph for life. The April showing is in Spanish. gmail.com or 510-384-7215. Basilica Church, 1109 Chestnut St., Alameda. NFN Sunday, March 29 is about bringing good music for a good cause. Family Rosary Program. 3 p.m. at St. Edward Sunday, April 19 Donna Stoerling and Igor Viera (Brazilian opera Church, 5788 Thornton Ave., Newark. A rosary Sang Divine Mercy Chaplet with Exposition of u TAIZÉ baritone/director) in a rarely performed program (An ecumenical, candlelit service of prayer in of Brazilian Art Songs and piano works. Proceeds simple chant, Scripture readings, silent worship benefit Unaccompanied Minors program operated and veneration of the cross.) by Catholic Charities Center of Immigration Legal and Social Services; Hope for Paws (HopeForPaws. Social justice essay contest open Friday, March 27 org), which helps stray/abandoned animals and 8 p.m. at St. Joseph Basilica, 1109 Chestnut St., Welcome the Stranger immigrant assistance in Students in seventh through twelfth grades who attend a Catholic school or Alameda. Information: NotesForNourishment. participate in a parish youth group or religious education class are invited to enter Alameda. Every fourth Friday, (every third Friday in November and December). www.facebook.com/ blogspot.com or 510-540-8136. a social justice contest sponsored by Pax Christi Northern California. TaizeOnTheIsland. Students may work alone or with a team. The theme is drawn from Pope Through April 30 Francis’ statement in Laudato Si: “Humanity still has the ability to work together Friday, April 10 Exploring Sacred Paths: Courageous Women in building our common home.” Noon and 5 p.m. at Christ the King Church, 199 Inspiring Journeys of Faith. At Mercy Students are asked to address the question -- Without peace in our world we Brandon Road, Pleasant Hill. No Easter Taize on Burlingame Art Gallery, 2300 Adeline Drive, cannot hope to save our environment. How can the rejection of violence, exploita- April 19. Burlingame. This self-guided spiritual retreat fea- tures original paintings by Sally K. Green. Women tion and selfishness promote care for our common home? -- in a well-organized of Courage such as St. Joan of Arc, St. Therese 500- 900 word essay or in an engaging 5-7 minute multimedia presentation. u SUPPORT GROUPS Benedicta, Harriet Tubman and Dorothy Day are The essay or presentation should analyze the question from the perspective featured. Information: www.mercy-center.org or of the students’ faith. They may quote Bible passages as well as Catholic social Thursday, March 26 www.sallykgreen.com. teaching, including statements from the bishops and documents from popes. CCOP Grief Support Group. 7:30 p.m. at St. Essays and presentations are due on April 21 to [email protected]. Elizabeth Seton Church, 4001 Stoneridge Drive, Next Voice: April 13. Submis­ sions­ by The entry should include your full name, address, grade, age, phone number, Pleasanton. The death of a loved one is unlike any April 1 to Carrie McClish, 2121 Harri­ and the name of your school and/or parish. Winners will be announced by May. other loss. Please join us on your healing journey. son St., Suite 100, Oakland, CA 94612; First place winner (or team) receives $300; $200 for second and $100 for third. All are welcome regardless of religious affiliation. Information: Eleanor, 925-846-8708. [email protected] (text/photos); Pax Christi Northern California is an affiliate of Pax Christi USA, a Catholic phone 510-419-1074; or by fax at 510- peace and justice organization. Questions about the contest may be emailed to April 7 to May 19 893-4734. [email protected]. Spring Grief Workshop. Tuesday evenings from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Joan of Arc Parish, 2601 San 14 — THE CATHOLIC VOICE MARCH 23, 2020

Catholic Charities of the East Bay is serving its clients by phone. Diocese faces ... From the March 16 Memorandum The Order of Malta Clinic of Northern California posted (continued from page 1) from Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ: a notice on its door on March 8 that the clinic would not “Our Lady, Health of the Sick, has always come to be able to see patients that week, referring those who the aid of the Church in times of plague pestilence and “In collaboration with local Bay Area officials, and suspected they were ill with Coronavirus contact Highland danger. Let us pray to her to intercede for us with her in service to the common good of our communities Hospital. The closure continues. Son,” he said, in issuing the new guidelines. and our country, the Diocese of Oakland is Similarly, the Rotacare Free Medical Clinic at St. As of March 18, the Centers for Disease Control immediately putting into effect the following Vincent de Paul of Contra Costa County has suspended reported 7,038 cases in the United States, with 97 actions: patient visits for two weeks. deaths. Cases have been reported in 50 states and four • All public Masses are suspended. Priests The Oakland Dining Room at St. Vincent de Paul of U.S. territories. are receiving specific guidance from Bishop Alameda County is offering bag lunches to go. The dining The interruption of daily life — all in the name of Michael Barber, SJ, regarding the celebration of room in Contra Costa County, operated by Loaves and protecting the well-being of neighbor and self from sacraments, including baptisms, weddings and Fishes, is also distributing to-go meals. Coronavirus COVID-19 — is felt in every ministry in the funerals. The year-round shelter operated in Oakland by St. two Bay Area counties. • Churches will remain open to provide a place of Vincent de Paul Society remains open. Up-to-date information on the return of public Masses prayer and solace for people. Proper hygiene and Saint Mary’s Center winter shelter for seniors is open and other questions will be posted at www.oakdiocese. social distancing will continue to be emphasized and operating at full capacity. Meals are being served in a org. per CDC guidelines.” tent outside the center, as the community center is being The Chrism Mass will not be celebrated as a public used for shelter only. Mass this year. This Mass traditionally draws representa- Most students residing on the Moraga campus of Saint tives from every parish in the diocese to the Cathedral basketball in the western part of the diocese, boys’ sand Mary’s College have returned to their permanent homes, of Christ the Light, where the bishop consecrates the volleyball and the track and field program for both boys and are continuing their classes online. Those who have chrism and blesses the oils that will be used during and girls. not are being assisted by Campus Housing. the year. FACE — Family Aid/Catholic Education — had been Dining services have been adjusted to be in compli- The priests of the diocese gather that day at the cathe- looking forward to its annual Spring Gala, the major fund- ance with social distancing, the Gael Pantry, in the office dral for a day that includes the renewal of their vows. The raiser for tuition assistance for Catholic school students. of Mission and Ministry remains open. priests will not be gathering in numbers this year. Children from low-income families — 649, in elemen- The college’s chapel remains open, but religious ser- In addition to the Catholic school students on long- tary and high schools — depend on FACE to keep them vices are not being held. term dismissal, the popular CYO program is sitting out in Catholic school. Oakland’s Holy Names University students are taking for a while. Terri Porter, FACE director, has turned the gala into online instruction. The university estimates 130 students About 4,000 students, in parish teams and school a virtual event, beginning March 26 and ending April 7. are living on campus now, and that 300 have left campus. teams, participate in the spring sports, including girls’ See www.oakdiocese.org/FACE for details. The student population numbers 966.

Pastors adjust ... (continued from page 1) Mass. The 10 a.m. Mass is live streamed each Sunday. The audience reached 1,700. “We were overwhelmed,” said Father Rien. “So many people sent texts and emails. Father Rien then spent the afternoon, and much of the next day, visiting the first responders in eastern Contra Costa County he serves as chaplain. “It’s very tense time,” said the pastor who also answers sick calls for patients at three hospitals. “We have never been here” “This is different, obviously,” said Rev. Jesus Nieto-Ruiz, pastor of Our Lady of the Rosary Parish in Union City. “We have never been here. This is new to us.” The challenge of this self-isolation mandate is figuring out how to do ministry, which has been usually done on a face-to- face basis, but now in a different way. The M edia /CNS atican parishes still must “provide spiritual food V for people,” he said. Pope Francis celebrates morning Mass via webcam from the chapel of his residence, the Domus Sanctae Marthae, at the Like a number of parishes Our Lady Vatican on March 11. Many pastors have followed suit in response to the coronavirus outbreak. of the Rosary has been leaning on tech- nology; it is able to live stream Masses. “People are very understanding” Stations of the Cross and Holy Hour. attendance. But those who came were On March 17, for example, a parish staff Rev. Mark Amaral said that although “All of that got ripped away,” the pas- generous.” member was overseeing the parish’s attendance was down at weekend Masses tor said. The next couple of weeks, he said, will Facebook page, where people can follow at St. Edward Church in Newark, “the mood St. Columba, he said, doesn’t function be hard. the Mass that was being live streamed. was pretty good, better that I thought.” as a regular parish. “I’ll have to triage our bills because we The parish also live streams two Masses He said he saw “as many older people “We draw from 100 different ZIP codes,” don’t sit on a nest egg,” he said. “We do on Sunday, one in English and one in as young families.” he said, “On March 15, the Masses drew live stream on Sundays at 10:30. I will draw Spanish. People are able to text in request At Advent, the parish had removed the about 100 people, well below average attention to the donation button.” for prayers. Communion cup, and handshaking had “At least we’re are able to listen to been stopped. people’s needs by phone,” Father Nieto- As the COVID-19 threat grew greater, work with families to ensure their Ruiz said. the parish had canceled activities includ- CFCS commitment needs are met while also enabling all Despite these challenging times the ing Stations of the Cross and fish fries, Catholic Funeral and Cemetery to remain safe and healthy. The size of people of faith must remember to be and moved faith formation instruction to Services wishes to remind Bishop’s fami- funeral services, including vigil, Mass open to new possibilities. As families are the internet. lies that our team is committed to con- and committal, which are ordinarily spending more time at home together they “People are very understanding,” he tinuing to serve the Diocese of Oakland unrestricted in size, may be impacted. should make use of these new opportuni- said. during this time. We are introducing Catholic Funeral and Cemetery ties “to find life within their homes.” Perhaps safety measures at all our cemetery, Services is dedicated to the ministry they can use the extra time together to be “All of that got ripped away” mortuary and funeral centers to help of providing a Catholic faith experience more attentive to one another. “We had an extensive set of Lenten prevent the spread of COVID-19 virus. thru the end of life journey. We encour- Coronovirus has forced us to “think activities going on every night,” said Rev. Over the coming weeks, Catholic age all to allow us to help you with outside the box,” he said. The focus is on Aidan McAleenan, pastor of St. Columba Funeral and Cemetery Services will understanding the Rites of Christian staying connected to parishioners. Parish Parish in Oakland. Soup and a movie drew continue to follow Diocesan guidelines Burial and making your wishes known. staff are working from home and are man- 60 people — “bigger than I had ever seen as well as county and city ordinances Please visit our website: cfcsoakland. aging the phones. “We will not abandon before,” he said. A new JustFaith course regarding public gatherings. We will org or call us at: 510-605-4921 the people.” on racism drew 60 people, as did Friday

He called this time a “defining moment as of March 18, which is a loss for many issue of the Catholic Standard, the archdi- for the church and for each of us to reach Catholics across the country. ocesan newspaper, echoed the belief this Find light ... out to the lost, the last and the least among Paulist Father Larry Rice, director of the could be a time of grace. (continued from page 3) us, but most especially the abandoned, the University Catholic Center at the University “I honestly never dreamed I would live ments can increase our longing” for them, unloved, and those who have no place to of Texas at Austin, said he understands in a moment where the same disquieting he told Catholic News Service March 17. lay their head at night.” this disappointment not only because of circumstances that compel us as Catholics The priest also hoped many would Mercy Sister Kathleen Ann Kolb, the importance of Mass but also because to want to gather more frequently in wor- embrace this time to connect as a com- coordinator of health and wellness for participating in it has been “emphasized ship, prayer and solidarity would also pre- munity even by phone, which is one thing the Sisters of Mercy in the New York and for centuries.” vent us from being able to do so securely.” the young adults in his parish are doing: Pennsylvania area, similarly said she He said the current separation might But the archbishop added: “If we are calling every parishioner to see how they hoped the current health crisis would “build help Catholics “come to a deeper appre- open, God will use this moment to bring are doing and if they need anything. community in small areas but also in the ciation that we are the Body of Christ our hearts closer to him and more firmly This reaching out to others, more than global community,” noting how in difficult together, and for each other, even when we in union with one another.” people might usually do, “can also help those times, people tend to band together. are not able to gather for worship.” He said that during this time of separation, who might need more care or resources but Of course, community is something For now, he added, promoting the com- Catholics should “value the gift of assembled hadn’t asked for it,” said Dominican Brother experienced on the parish level at church mon good for all our community paradoxi- common prayer even more” and come to a Ignatius Perkins, director of provincial admin- gatherings that are now canceled, and ulti- cally means staying home. deeper understanding that what Catholics istration for the Dominican Friars-Province of mately at Mass, but most dioceses in the Washington Archbishop Wilton D. share is “something more profound and St. Joseph in New York. U.S. are no longer having public Masses Gregory, in a column for the March 19 enduring than mere physical proximity.” MARCH 23, 2020 forum THE CATHOLIC VOICE — 15

VANTAGE POINTS Coronavirus and sitting quietly in a room alone By Most Rev. Robert Barron where we typically seek out fellowship or Keep in mind that, prior to the rise of the the Catholic tradition. When we pray it well, Blaise Pascal said, “All of humanity’s divertissements — are all emptying out. physical sciences, the best and bright- we meditate on the mysteries of Christ; we problems stem from man’s inability to sit This is obviously good from the standpoint est people in our Western intellectual call to mind, fifty times, the inevitability our quietly in a room alone.” The great 17th- of physical health, but I wonder whether tradition entered the fields of philosophy, own passing (“now and at the hour of our century philosopher thought that most of we might see it as something very good theology, and spirituality. One of the dark death”); and we entrust ourselves to the us, most of the time, distract ourselves for our psychological and spiritual health sides of our post-Enlightenment culture most powerful intercessor on earth or in from what truly matters through a series as well. Perhaps we could all think of this is a general forgetfulness of the astonish- heaven. Not a bad way to spend twenty of divertissements (diversions). He was time of semi-quarantine as an invitation to ing richness produced by generations of minutes. Take the time at the end of the day speaking from expe- some monastic introspection, some serious brilliant spiritual teachers. So take up St. to examine your conscience — and not in a rience. Though one confrontation with the questions that matter Augustine’s “Confessions,” preferably in cursory manner. Do it carefully, prayerfully, of the brightest men — some purposeful sitting alone in a room. Maria Boulding’s recent translation, which honestly. Ask yourself how many times in the of his age and one Might I make a few suggestions reads like a novel, or Frank Sheed’s classic course of the day you missed an opportunity of the pioneers of in regard to our retreat? Get out your translation. Though he lived and wrote 17 to show love, how many times you did not the modern physi- Bible and read one of the Gospels in its centuries ago, the spiritual seeker of our respond to a grace, how often you fell into cal sciences and of entirety — perhaps the Gospel of Matthew, time will discern in Augustine’s story the a habitual sin. computer technology, which we are using for Sunday Mass this contours and trajectories of his own. Or Now that we’re being asked to keep a Pascal frittered away liturgical year. Read it slowly, prayerfully; read the Rule of St. Benedict, especially certain distance from our fellow human a good deal of his time use a good commentary if that helps. Or the section on the 12 degrees of humility. beings, embrace the solitude and silence in Bishop Barron through gambling and practice the ancient art that has been If you dare, follow St. Ignatius’ Spiritual a spiritually alert way. Go for that long walk other trivial pursuits. recommended warmly by the last sev- Exercises, preferably under the direction on the beach, across the fields, up in the In a way, he knew, such diversions are eral popes — namely, lectio divina. This of a good guide (who doesn’t have the hills — wherever you like to go to be alone. understandable, since the great questions “divine reading” of the Bible consists in coronavirus!). If these texts and practices And just talk to God. Ask him what he wants — Does God exist? Why am I here? Is there four basic steps: lectio, meditatio, oratio, seem too dated, spend your quiet time with you to do. Pray for your kids or your parents life after death? — are indeed overwhelm- and contemplatio. First, read the scriptural Thomas Merton’s splendid autobiography or your friends who might be struggling. Tell ing. But if we are to live in a serious and text carefully; second, pick out one word or The Seven Storey Mountain, which, in him how much you love him and how you integrated way, they must be confronted one passage that specially struck you, and compelling prose, tells the story of the want greater intimacy with him. And please — and this is why, if we want our most fun- then mediate on it, like a ruminating animal 20th-century author’s journey from self- put away the iPhones! Open your eyes, lift damental problems to be resolved, we must chewing on its cud; third, speak to God, absorbed worldling to Trappist monk. up your heads, and take in the beauty of be willing to spend time in a room alone. telling him how your heart was moved by And of course, pray. When Merton was God’s creation and thank him for it. This Pascalian mot has come to my mind what you read; fourth and finally, listen to once asked what is the most important thing If Pascal is right, many of our deep- a good deal in recent days as our entire the Lord, discerning what he speaks back a person could do to improve her prayer life, est problems can be solved by sitting, country goes into shutdown mode due to to you. Trust me, the Bible will spring to life he replied, “Take the time.” Well, now we with spiritual attention, alone in a room. the coronavirus. Shopping malls, movie the- when you approach it through this method. have more time. Do a Holy Hour every day or Perhaps through God’s strange provi- aters, restaurants, school campuses, sports Or read one of the spiritual classics every other day. Dust off your rosary, which dence, the quarantine we’re enduring stadiums, airports, etc. — the very places during this time of imposed isolation. I think is one of the most sublime prayers in might be our chance. LETTERS A good start Bishops, take action ence seen and felt at the border. We call Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders support on the U.S. bishops to make your voices killing babies up to birth, while President The Feb. 24 edition of The Catholic Voice This letter, signed by 180 parishio- heard, like the prophets of old, in the White Trump wants to legally protect unborn carried the article, “Bishop Barron floats ners from the Catholic Community of House, in the halls of Congress and in your babies. ‘online mandatum’ for Catholic teachers.” St. Perpetua, Lafayette, was sent to own dioceses. We call on the U.S. bishops Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders think The article is a small step but a very impor- Archbishop Jose Gomez and the U.S. to be relentless in your pursuit of justice. there is a constitutional right to kill babies tant step toward improving catechesis. It Conference of Catholic Bishops: We call on you to walk in the footsteps of in abortions, while President Trump has is important because it acknowledges a Greetings and peace to you from the Jesus, bringing “ … good news to the poor, said unborn babies should be protected problem in Catholic teaching and also Catholic Community of St. Perpetua, … to proclaim release to the captives … by law. Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders acknowledges the need for the involvement Lafayette, California. We are writing to you to let the oppressed go free.” How can you want to make Roe v. Wade a federal law of bishops to improve the problem. to express our concern about the migrant do otherwise? and overturn every single pro-life law It does not answer the question of crisis at our border and to urge you to We look forward to hearing from you nationwide, while President Trump has what should be taught. That has not been take action. through your actions. As Jesus said, “ … repeatedly called for more laws to protect addressed and as a result we have the Our beloved Pope Francis visited the the tree is known by its fruit.” babies from abortion. problem Bishop Barron addresses. We need Italian island of Lampedusa to show soli- Byrne Sherwood Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders want our bishops to either prepare or endorse a darity with migrants and to mourn those Lafayette to overturn the Hyde Amendment and Catechism for our younger Catholics. who died in their quest for safety and a force Americans to fund abortions with It would be good for our bishops to better life. He said of those for whom he The trouble with their tax dollars, while President Trump prepare a compendium of the Catechism mourned, “These sisters and brothers of one-issue voting has worked hard to protect Americans of our Catholic Church for our youth. If ours were trying to escape difficult situa- from having their tax money paying for that is not the route the bishops wish to tions and find some serenity and peace; I wish to commend the letter (Forum, abortions. take an endorsement of “You Cat” or the they were looking for a better place for March 9) from Joseph A. Maraccini. Everyone who respects life must do “New St. Joseph Edition of the Baltimore themselves and their families but instead I share Mr. Maraccini’s sentiments. Of everything we can to ensure Biden or Catechism” would be helpful for guidance. they found death.” course, I believe in protecting the unborn, Sanders do not become president. If they We need the bishops’ guidance in Sadly, we are aware that very few of but it’s time we take a good, hard look at win, it’s a guarantee that more babies regard to proper catechesis for younger you have visited our border with Mexico the fact that being pro-life extends beyond will die in abortion that you and I will be Catholics. Nevertheless, Bishop Barron’s to give comfort to those in distress, to the womb. forced to fund. willingness to acknowledge a problem mourn those who have died and to raise One-issue voting got us into the predica- Jim Crowley exists is a step in the right direction. your voices against the cruelty meted out ment that we are in now with this adminis- Walnut Creek George E. Pfautsch to those who seek sanctuary in our land. tration. It’s time to stop pointing fingers at Walnut Creek Our church is a universal church which those of us who are Democrats just because knows no national boundaries. We do not we are not one-issue voters. I have said it Not pro-life deny the legitimacy of national boundar- once, and I will say it again that unless this Want to write? I and many of my friends agree with ies but that should not be the concern of administration accepts a broader criteria, it Contributions to Reader’s Forum Carmen Hartono (Forum, Jan. 6), that bishops. Our sisters, brothers and their is most certainly NOT pro life. should be limit­ ­ed to 250 words. President Trump is not pro-life for the children from south of our border are flee- Mary Franceschini Let­ters must be signed and must reasons she stated: the mistreatment ing the most horrific conditions, seeking Concord in­clude the writer’s­ address­ and of immigrant women, putting pregnant safety and a better life only to be met with phone number for verification women at risk and the death of children hatred and cruelty. Thousands have died in The party of abortion purposes. All letters are subject detained at the border. the desert and countless more have been The Democratic presidential race is to editing. Writers are generally The Bible says God will punish liars and murdered after being deported back to essentially down to two candidates, Joe murderers the most, and Trump is both. the conditions they were trying to escape. Biden and Bernie Sanders. And when it limited to four letters in any Children have died while being locked up by Thousands more languish in our deten- comes to abortion, there is no difference 12-month period. ICE. This man never served in the military tion centers under the most inhumane of between the two. They are both ardent Mail your letter to: The Catholic Voice, and thinks he knows more than the gener- conditions. abortion activists with a long history of 2121 Harrison St., Suite 100, Oakland, als. He has turned a lot of people away from We are aware of and appreciate your voting for abortion on demand funded by CA 94612. Fax: 510-893-4734. the media with his hateful lying and has said statements criticizing the treatment of your tax dollars. many hateful things about people of color. migrants. However, we call on you the U.S. Yet compared with President Trump and Our e-mail address is: Maria Rodgers bishops, to advocate for comprehensive the incredible pro-life record he’s built as [email protected] Livermore immigration reform and to make your pres- president, the differences are quite stark.

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