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The Rev. Msgr. Michael A. Kurz, JCL — Judicial Vicar for the Tribunal, to retire with the Doing Time for Jesus permission of Bishop David Mal- loy. effective Saturday, Aug. 1, 2015. The Rev. Darwin A. Flores — to be Parochial Vicar for Sacred Kairos Volunteers Bring Faith to Prisoners Heart Parish, Aurora, Illinois, ef- fective Sunday, July 12, 2015. BY PAT SZPEKOWSKI The Rev. Joseph F. Jaski- Observer Correspondent erny — to continuing studies at Catholic University of America, ALGONQUIN—Bringing Washington, DC, effective Sat- the light of Christ to the dark- urday, Aug. 1, 2015. ness of prison to guide lost Given at the Chancery, Aug. 3, 2015 souls to the doors of heaven is the enlightening message of Kairos Prison Ministry Inter- Inside national. Inspired by the Holy Spirit, Q&A ‘New’ Offi ce Kairos was prompted by the Has Familiar Goals Scriptures and in particular pg. 3 Matthew 25:36: “I was in pris- on and you visited me.” Nine local volunteer Kairos team members representing several Christian denomina- tions spoke of their personal experiences at a recent segment of the Faith on Fire series at St. (Observer photo by Dan Szpekowski) Kairos Prison Ministry volunteers shared their experiences of ministering to the incarcerated in Illinois pris- Margaret Mary Parish in Al- ons during a recent “Faith on Fire” series at St. Margaret Mary Parish in Algonquin. They agreed that their gonquin July 23. participation has increased their own spiritual life. Kairos team members are (from left, front) Mike Calendo, Kairos team leader John Jim Brennan, Norm Reuter, Tom Blake, Steve Henquinet, (back) Steve Woita, Joe Raducka, John Ho man Catholic Offi cials, Morici of SS. Peter and Paul and John Morici. Rockford Diocese Parish in Cary led the eve- React to BSA Decision ning by introducing his fellow Those in Prison Ministry Follow Examples of Pope, Bishop To Allow Openly team members, explaining the intense day to day activities Gay Leaders WASHINGTON (CNS)—When Pope Francis of a Kairos prison retreat, and makes a stop at the Curran-Fromhold Correc- pg. 6 showing two short, but power- tional Facility in Philadelphia in September as ful Kairos videos. part of his U.S. visit, it may seem like part of the The presentation began as pope’s usual routine. each team member shared how His visits to prisons as part of his pastoral jour- and why he got involved. As neys to other countries has become part and each layer of reasons unfolded, parcel of the pope’s style, just as it had been for it was apparent that the group St. John Paul II to visit pockets of the Polish dias- sustains a strong bond and com- pora during his well-traveled pontifi cate. mitment to the prison ministry. Rockford’s Bishop David Malloy has also Each dedicates countless hours made saying Mass for area prisoners part of his of his free time to minister to pastoral ministry. He says Mass at Christmas the incarcerated in local prisons. and Easter in the Winnebago County Jail and As was Morici, many of the duirng Lent at the Dixon Correctional Center. He (CNS photo/Karen Callaway, Northwest Indiana Catholic) Kairos members were asked has also offered Mass at the Illinois Youth Cen- A deacon distributes Communion to a death-row by someone else involved “to ter in St. Charles. inmate in 2007 at Indiana State Prison in Michigan come along” said Steve Woita, Although visiting the prisoner was mentioned City, Indiana. Pope Francis will visit the Curran- a pastor at Beautiful Savior Lu- in one of Jesus’ parables, only a very hardy few Fromhold Correctional Facility in Philadelphia in Service and Prayer September as part of his U.S. visit. Seasoned Observer, pgs. 9-12 theran Church in Antioch. — ordained and laity alike — do so. “I’ve heard stories about the What they see week in and week out — and the diocesan coordinator. To learn more, email intensity of Kairos, but God what Pope Francis may see during his jail visit him at [email protected]. Coming Soon doesn’t take no for an answer. — is, in many respects, a beaten-down popu- Rockford Reachout Jail Ministry is an ecu- It is an opportunity to show lation hopeful for a better future should they be menical effort to work with jail inmates, with for- God’s love.” released, but often without the tools to secure Time to Go mer prisoners and their families outside jail, and Since that time, Woita has that better future. with at-risk youths in the Rockford area. Area Back to School made four trips to Stateville There are active prison and jail ministries in Catholics join in this effort. For information about Look for the special section Correctional Center in Crest the Rockford Diocese. Father Howard Barch is Rockford Reachout, call 815/319-6625. Aug. 14. Hill, north of Joliet, as part of the Kairos four-day retreat. when you look into the eyes Joe Raducka, a member of going into the prison environ- Mike Calendo was asked to of prisoners and tell them that the Knights of Columbus and ment gave him the chills. But This Issue get involved by a fellow run- there is a God that loves him.” parishioner at St. Theresa Par- Norm Reuter said he felt that, ning friend. Calen- ish in “God said, you work for Me Bishop Malloy ...... 2 “I had thought about it, as do and “The Holy Spirit shows up Palatine now.” He’s been involved in 12 Headliners ...... 3 I had worked with troubled o t h e r s in the Kairos retreats at Stateville. Diocesan ...... 4-6, 20 youth with Father John Smyth have ex- and miracles happen ... .” Chicago at Maryville,” he said. p a n d e d Archdio- Four days for God Nation/World ...... 7-8 — Mike Calendo, Kairos volunteer Morici’s overview of Kairos Seasoned Observer ...... 9-12 “My fi rst weekend at Kairos their min- cese, said changed my life. It’s powerful istry to “when I prison retreats, which begin Around the Diocese ...... 13-14 and amazing to see what hap- other Illinois maximum secu- heard about Kairos a light went on Thursday evening and end Media/Arts ...... 15 pens to prisoners during the rity centers, such as Western off. We’re all Christian broth- early Sunday afternoon, in- Faith Forum ...... 16 Kairos retreat. Correctional Center in Sterling ers working together with the cluded highlights of each day’s Viewpoints ...... 17 “The Holy Spirit shows up,” and Pontiac Correctional Cen- help of the Holy Spirit.” schedule. For the Record ...... 18-19 he adds, “and miracles happen ter in Pontiac. More than one presenter said Continued on page 4 2 FRIDAY AUGUST 7, 2015 | The Observer

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Headliners Q&A ‘New’ Offi ce Has Familiar Goals Sara Marquetti was appointed director of Steward- our fi nancial gifts to our parish, chari- programs that support increased giving and participa- ship Development in July. But the name of the depart- table organizations and our diocese, tion in parish ministries. ment she will direct has been renamed the Offi ce of we thank the Lord for all that we have In addition, the Offi ce of Charitable Giving provides Charitable Giving. She answered some questions and continue to receive. information and assistance to parishes and to donors about the name change and her plans for the future. regarding planned gifts to the Catholic Foundation How did the change of name come about? Will the focus of the offi ce be any for the Diocese of Rockford, established in 1987. You Q Q different, and if so, how? can remember your parish in your Will or Estate Plan; through Charitable Gift Annuities, Life Insurance and The name of the Offi ce of Stewardship Develop- The name change does not many other charitable giving vehicles to establish your ment was recently changed to the Offi ce of Chari- change our focus of providing the A A Catholic legacy. table Giving because the new name more accurately guidance and resources to support Each of the parishes in the Diocese of Rockford has describes the services we provide for our 105 parishes our parishes and diocesan ministries Marquetti an endowment account with the Catholic Foundation. located in 11 counties. to further the mission of Jesus Christ. Prior to the name change, the annual appeal — for- Our offi ce is responsible for: Now that you are the director, what are your plans merly called the Diocesan Stewardship Appeal — was  the annual diocesan appeal, which supports di- for the near and longer term future? shortened to Diocesan Appeal for ease of use and for ocesan ministries and services (for example, Catholic Q easier translation into other languages. Charities and St. Elizabeth Catholic Community Center, My plan is to continue to provide the support to our This does not mean we have forsaken the concept Vocations, Lay Ministry Formation and more); A parish and diocesan ministries and programs so of stewardship: the biblical message of being stewards  the three combined appeals — National, Interna- that a helping hand will reach out to those in need, and or caretakers of what God has so generously given us. tional and Mission appeals — that support the Catholic together as a Catholic community we will build a legacy Our many talents, our career successes — all of these Church and its work in the United States and globally; of mercy and hope that lasts for years to come. come from God. Through prayer, our good deeds and  assisting and counseling parishes on enhancing — Amanda Hudson Year of Consecrated Life For a religious, to advance on the path of obedience means to abase oneself in service, that is, to take the same path as Jesus, who “did not deem equality with God a thing to be grasped” (Phil 2:6). By emptying Himself, He made Himself a servant in order to serve. — Pope Francis

Editor’s note: Over the course of continuity for the mission of the adult literacy, counseling, the Year of Consecrated Life, which congregation in the Church. education, elder care, facility ends Feb. 2, 2016, we’ll introduce Faith in their lives is to be director, formation, health care, the orders of consecrated women expressed by receptivity to Hispanic ministry, liturgical and men active in the Rockford the Word of God. Through ministry, ministry to the poor, (Observer le photo) Diocese. openness and wholehearted parish life coordinator, pastoral affi rmation, they are enabled Bishop David Malloy visits with SSCM sisters (from left) Sister Marie- Servants of the Holy ministry, prayer ministry, prison Ange Marcotte, Sister June Ho man and Sister Mary Kay Moran. to “put on the mind of Christ,” ministry, social services, Heart of Mary (SSCM) so that in Him and through Him spiritual ministry, sponsorship, they may encounter God in all Provincial Administration: vocation awareness. Write to us at [email protected] Kankakee persons and events. Represented in the Diocese Self-giving is to fi nd expres- of Rockford at Holy Heart of sion in their lives through an Mary Community and Nazareth attitude of evangelical detach- Retreat House in Batavia, ment and by participating in and at St. Bridget School and the mystery of the Redemption Presence St. Anne Center in which imparts to suffering, ac- Rockford. cepted in faith, an authentic The ministries of the Servants Paschal character. of the Holy Heart of Mary are in Family love is nourished by direct response to its founder’s liturgical prayer, especially the words: “Your missionary fi eld is Eucharist. the World … be attentive to the Where we serve: Servants needs of the time ... .” of the Holy Heart of Mary can Their charism: The charism be found in France, the United of the Servants of the Holy States, Canada, Cameroon, Did you know... Heart of Mary is a vital impulse Cuba, Argentina, Chile, Peru in each of its members. It and Democratic Republic of is treasured as a grace of the Congo. Ministries include Savant's Social Responsibility portfolio options allow investors to align their strategies with their faith? Bishop Malloy’s Ristorante ROCKFORD — August 11, Public Schedule Savant Capital Management is a nationally recognized fee-only wealth 8 a.m., Mass for the Feast ROCKFORD — August 8, management firm that offers integrative investment management and 4 p.m., Mass and Installation of St. Clare, Corpus Christi of Father Alejandro del Toro Monastery financial planning solutions to individuals, families, foundations, trust funds, as pastor, St. Patrick Church ROCKFORD — August 13, retirement plans and non-profit organizations. ROCKFORD — August 10 a.m., Blessing of Newly- 9, 7:30 a.m., Sunday Mass, Remodeled Dining Room, Cathedral of St. Peter Siena on Brendenwood Start building your ideal future! ROCKFORD — August MCHENRY — August 15, Call us today for a complimentary portfolio review. 9, 9 a.m., Sunday Mass, St. 4 p.m., Mass and Dedication Mary Oratory of Memorial Prayer Garden, 815 227 0300 savantcapital.com LOVES PARK — August St. Patrick Statue and Old Savant Capital Management is a Registered Investment Advisor. Savant's marketing material should not be construed by any existing 9, 7 p.m., keynote speaker Church Bell, St. Patrick or prospective client as a guarantee that they will experience a certain level of results if they engage in the advisor's services. for “Marriage on Tap,” Sam’s Church Please contact Savant to find out if they are qualified to provide investment advisory services in the state where you reside. 4 FRIDAY AUGUST 7, 2015 | The Observer

Diocesan Doing Time For Jesus Kairos Volunteers Bring Faith to Prisoners (Observer photo by Dan Szpekowski) From page 1 own struggles of life,” Morici John Morici from SS. Peter and Paul Parish in Cary talks about the Kairos prison ministry to members of St. Small groups gather at tables said. “and open the door to for- Margaret Mary Parish in Algonquin July 23. The talk was part of the parish’s ongoing Faith on Fire lecture led by a Kairos leader. Up to giveness and accepting God’s series. 40 inmates participate at each forgiveness.” can’t take enough of them and retreat. A unique aspect of the retreat even smuggle them to their About Kairos Prison Ministry For the next four days there is involves cookies. rooms,” he said. “Their eyes time to get to know each other, Local churches, groups and and stomachs light up that Kairos, an ancient Greek word, beckons one to “a time when and for reflection and prayer. individuals help the Kairos someone would even care to conditions are right for the accomplishment of a crucial action.” Prisoners acknowledge that Prison Ministry by baking bake these cookies for them.” It is the name chosen for a Christian-based ministry founded in they have made their choices, them when asked. Morici said It has been recognized that 1976 following the example of the Cursillo movement, derived but are reassured they are not at the recent Kairos retreat the prison environment chang- from the Roman Catholic Church of Spain, to transform the world. alone if they choose friendship more than 2,000 dozen cookies es after a Kairos retreat as pris- Today, Kairos is active in 35 states and seven other countries with God. were taken to Stateville. oners even reach out to others, in addition the United States. Brought to Chicago in 1961, the Rockford“Table Trappist leaders Ads:Layout share 1 their5/20/13 2:09“Believe PM Page me,2 the prisoners ask forgiveness of them and statewide prison ministry began in 1979. seek peace. Individuals and groups can assist the local Kairos Prison Min- Another element of the re- istry in several ways: treat centers around rice pa- n Men can join a team; per on which prisoners write n Individuals and groups can bake cookies, write letters; names of people whom they n Children and youth can bake cookies, write letters and make would want to forgive. posters and placemats. “On Saturday, the ‘Our Fa- For more information, call John Morici at 847/915-0223. ther’ is said with the powerful words of ‘forgive us our tres- kept in his pocket from some- Kairos retreat became evident passes as we forgive those who one on the outside, a young at the end of the presentation. trespass against us,’ Morici ex- person, age 14. One of the audience members plained. “Then the paper is put “He never gets mail,” Morici asked Morici what happens to into water and it dissolves. It’s said, “and this letter reminded the prisoners when they get out a strong visual and feeling for him that God loves him and of prison and if they continued the prisoner to let go and the someone else does, too.” to be faithful in prayer. burden being lifted.” The letter, Morici said, was The heart-wrenching reality Several Kairos team mem- from a member of SS. Peter and set in when Morici responded bers witnessed prisoners cry- Paul youth ministry, “which that “these prisoners will never ing hard after prayers and dis- wrote letters to the prisoners.” leave this incarcerated envi- cussions during the retreat. The bond between Kairos ronment of small cells, chains, Reuter saw a man praying team members and the prison- and no independence. They are and leaning forward. There ers doesn’t end after the retreat. in prison for the remainder of were puddles of tears on the They meet again on the first their lives.” floor. Saturday of each month for the Following one of the retreats, Our Core “I had never seen anything next six months. a prisoner said “I came on the like this,” he said. “The pris- Prisoners are shocked that floor and left on the ceiling.” oners continually are fighting anybody cares and would come “Our purpose,” Morici said, their emotions.” back to see them, volunteers “is to change their despair to One prisoner showed his ta- said. hope with God’s unconditional Values ble leader a wrinkled letter he The intense significance of a love.” 8th Colby Smith Run Set Aug. 22 Are charity, responsible stewardship, and a FREEPORT—the eighth an- Aquinas Parish, 1400 Kiwanis that. For students, the fee is nual Colby Smith Memorial Dr. and ends at Aquin Central $15. Runners and walkers may return to a dignified theology of death. Run, will begin at 8 a.m. Aug. Junior-Senior High School’s participate. Aquin Servant Leaders will Contact us to receive a free DVD about 22. Proceeds go to the Colby Conley Field. Smith Scholarship Fund which Registration will be open un- host a pancake breakfast in the the life at New Melleray Abbey. helps needy Aquin Catholic til 7:45 a.m. race day at www. school cafeteria on race day. School students. colbysmithmemorialrun.com. Info: Mida Smith, 815/238-6263 or The point-to-point four- Entry fee for adults is $20 [email protected]; www. mile run begins at St. Thomas through Aug. 15 and $25 after colbysmithmemorialrun.com Therapist Joyce Ghoussoub helps Rafael draw in late May at Phenix Group Homes, an organization in Beirut that provides residential and day care for people living with intel- lectual disabilities. The agency participated in an institutional TRAPPIST CASKETS capacity-building program run by Catholic Relief Services and New Melleray Abbey | Est. 1849 St. Joseph University. 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Diocesan Marriage on Tap Launches Sterling Parish With Aug. 9 ‘Date Night’ Schedules Aug. 26 LOVES PARK—Mar- tered marriage. Charismatic Mass riage on Tap, a new ministry The evening begins at 5:30 STERLING—Father Chris- for couples, will host its first p.m. with social time and a topher Kuhn will celebrate a gathering Aug. 9 at Sam’s cash bar. Dinner — a pizza Ristorante, 6705 E. Riverside charismatic Mass Aug. 26 at and salad buffet — will be St. Mary Parish, 600 Avenue Blvd., here. available for $11 per person The “date night” for married B, here. at 6 p.m. Bishop Malloy’s talk couples will help foster faith Father Kuhn is pastor of St. will begin at 7 p.m. and fellowship with other mar- Mary Parish in Elgin. ried couples. Marriage on Tap organiz- Praise and worship begin at Bishop David Malloy will ers urge couples to invite their 6:45 p.m. Music will be led by be the keynote speaker at the friends and neighbors to join Spirit Touch and friends. inaugural event. His talk will them for the evening. Reserva- Personal prayer for healing will be offered at the conclu- (Observer photos by Lynne Conner) help couples understand what tions are requested. sion of Mass. Festa Adds Little Miss Contest it means to have a Christ-cen- Info: [email protected]. Winners of the Little Miss Italian American Pageant are (from left) Nicoletta Boik, 12, 9-12 age group; Rose Cassioppi, 10, runner-up, 9-12; Marley Bautista, 7, winner, 5-8. The Little Miss Pageant was a new feature this year at Festa Italiana, held July 31-Aug. 2 on the campus of Boylan Central Catholic High School in Rockford. GOLDEN FRONTIER Sponsored by Catholic Shrine Pilgrimage — Featured Trip —

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D iocesan Catholic Officials, Rockford Diocese React to BSA Decision To Allow Openly Gay Leaders By Mark Pattison tinue to operate in conformity are consistent with those of that led to the policy change, Catholic News Service with the truths of our Catholic Catholic teaching,” said a July but added: “We recognize the faith and in conformity with 27 statement from Edward vital importance of providing And Penny Wiegert the Church’s teaching. This Martin, national chairman, a Catholic emphasis to Catho- Editor means that all leaders and vol- and Father Michael Hanifin, lic Scouts and Scouters seeking WASHINGTON (CNS)—The unteers in the diocesan scout- national chaplain, for the Na- ways to live out their ‘duty to ing programs will continue to top leaders of the National tional Catholic Committee on God.’ uphold the teachings set forth Scouting. Catholic Committee on Scout- “Our youth don’t want to in the Catechism of the Catho- “At the same time, we ex- ing have made an uneasy peace leave Scouting. ... Let’s con- lic Church. The leadership and press strong concern about the with the Boy Scouts of Amer- tinue this important journey volunteers of all scouting units practical implications of this ica’s decision July 27 to allow together and pray for the future in the Rockford Diocese will resolution, especially for our openly gay troop leaders and of Scouting!” Martin and Fa- also continue to be required to young people in Scouting, and ther Hanifin said. employees to serve in their adhere to all diocesan policies whether the term ‘sexual ori- ranks at the national level. About 70 percent of Boy regarding child protection and entation’ will be correctly un- Scout troops are run by faith- The Boy Scouts’ decision moral conduct. derstood and applied only in does not affect decisions about based groups. “All scouts, parents, adult reference to sexual inclination The new policy was crafted leaders made by local troops leaders and volunteers choos- and not to sexual conduct or by the Scouts’ top leaders, in- and councils and also permits ing to participate in units behavior,” they said. cluding Robert Gates, the for- religiously chartered Scout chartered and sponsored by “The resolution also affirms mer defense secretary who troops to choose leaders whose Catholic parishes and Catholic a chartered organization’s is now the Scouts’ president. values are consistent with those organizations will be expected right to select its unit leaders According to the Scouts, 79 of the sponsoring faith. to continue all scouting activi- based on its religious princi- percent of its executive board In the Rockford Diocese, ties in accordance with these ples, rejects any interference the national decision does not policies.” with that right, and provides members on a July 27 confer- change the requirements for “It is not entirely clear how that local Scout councils will ence call approved the new leaders and volunteers of Cath- these rights will be squared not interfere with chartered policy. olic sponsored packs, troops with previous policy changes organizations’ rights in this re- The numbers of Boy Scouts and councils. the Boy Scouts have made ... gard,” said a July 28 statement (Observer file photo by Lynne Conner) has been slipping in recent According to a diocesan but it appears that the resolu- from Bishop Robert E. Gug- Flag bearers line up before the years. Faced with criticism statement, “The scouting units tion respects the needs of Cath- lielmone of Charleston, South annual Scout Sunday Mass at the over the organization’s poli- chartered by parishes and olic-chartered organizations Carolina. “As chartering or- Cathedral of St. Peter in Rockford, cies toward gays, as well as Catholic organizations in the in the right to choose leaders ganizations, individual par- Feb. 8. The diocese and its parish- lawsuits against the Boy Scouts es have long supported scouting Diocese of Rockford will con- whose character and conduct ishes, institutions and Catholic and declining business support, programs. schools have always had this the Scouts allowed openly gay right.” reserved to a husband and a youths to join in 2013. Mem- Diocese of Rockford In their statement, Martin wife in marriage.” bership dropped 6 percent and Father Hanifin said they that year, and slipped another also were concerned that the Situation challenging 7 percent last year to 2.4 mil- Ministry Formation Program new resolution “articulates a They described an “increas- lion. The drop was attributed to For lay men and women interested in deepening position on adult sexual con- ingly challenging” situation departures by some evangelical their knowledge of faith and sharpening their skills duct that does not make clear with regard to differences in churches over the 2013 policy that sexual behavior should be religious and societal beliefs change. for serving God’s people. APPLICATIONS are now being accepted for the Statement by the Diocese of Rockford Regarding the next Ministry Formation class to begin with Boy Scouts of America Change in Leadership Policy Orientation, August 29th, 2015. Locally and nationally, the Catholic Church come in the Catholic Church, and are always to CLASSES: It is a two year program, meeting from has enjoyed a strong relationship with the Boy be treated with dignity and respect, the Church late August through May, averaging one Scouts of America based on the shared goal of also teaches that sexual acts belong within mar- encouraging young boys and men to grow their riage between one man and one woman, and Tuesday evening and one Saturday a month. leadership skills through faith, sound morals and that everyone — young or old, married or single sound moral behavior. The Boy Scout Program — is called to chastity, through which we grow in Curriculum includes: is used by many Catholic parishes and organiza- our understanding of love. • Faith Development • Theology of Church tions as a constructive and viable extension of The scouting units chartered by parishes and • Communication Skills • Sacraments youth ministry. Catholic organizations in the Diocese of Rock- On July 27, the Boy Scouts of America Execu- ford will continue to operate in conformity with • Social Media in Ministry • Leadership Skills tive Committee adopted a resolution amending the truths of our Catholic faith and in conformity • Prayer • Theology of Ministry its adult leadership standards policy “to allow with the Church’s teaching. This means that all • Old Testament & Stewardship chartered organizations to select adult leaders leaders and volunteers in the diocesan scout- • New Testament • Morality without regard to sexual orientation, continuing ing programs will continue to uphold the teach- • Christology • Social Justice Scouting’s longstanding policy of chartered or- ings set forth in the Catechism of the Catholic ganizations selecting their leaders. This change Church. The leadership and volunteers of all • Church History • Evangelization allows Scouting’s members and parents to se- scouting units in the Rockford Diocese will also • Specialization Days • Retreat Days lect local units, chartered to organizations with continue to be required to adhere to all diocesan similar beliefs, that best meet the needs of their policies regarding child protection and moral — HURRY — families. This change would also respect the conduct. right of religious chartered organizations to con- All scouts, parents, adult leaders and volun- Application Deadline is August 29 tinue to choose adult leaders whose beliefs are teers choosing to participate in units chartered consistent with their own,” according to the Boy and sponsored by Catholic parishes and Catho- Questions? Scouts of America. lic organizations will be expected to continue all Visit www.rockforddiocese.org/Education/AdultFaithFormation While the Catholic Church teaches that those scouting activities in accordance with these poli- Call or Email who experience same-sex attraction are wel- cies. 815/399-4300 Ext. 389 Read the Full Statments about Scouting’s Leadership Decision [email protected] These links are to the complete statements by the National Catholic Committee on Scouting and John McGrath, Director the Boy Scouts of America Ministry Formation Program n http://www.nccs-bsa.org/pdf/letters/NCCS%20Statement-150727.pdf n http://scoutingnewsroom.org/blog/boy-scouts-of-america-amends-adult-leadership-policy/ The Observer | FRIDAY AUGUST 7, 2015 7

Nation / World Prisoners, Volunteers, Teens Invited News in Brief Church leaders want Israel to step up To Celebrate Jubilee With Pope protection of Christian sites VATICAN CITY (CNS)— Promoting New Evangelization, and bishops and priests around JERUSALEM (CNS) — Although Israeli officials have publicly More than a dozen individual which is organizing events for the world are asked to conduct criticized the June arson attack that seriously damaged the Bene- celebrations will be scheduled the Holy Year of Mercy, pub- “similar symbolic gestures of dictine Church of the Multiplica- for the Jubilee of Mercy in 2016, lished a full calendar of events communion with Pope Francis” tion in Tabgha, anti-Christian violence is not new, said a rep- giving pilgrims the chance to online at www.im.va. in their dioceses by reaching out resentative of the religious order. celebrate their own holy year Because the Holy Year is to those on the margins. Benedictine Father Nikodemus with Pope Francis in Rome. meant to be lived as a pilgrim- The motto, “Merciful Like the Schnabel, spokesman for the The yearlong extraordinary age, people taking part are asked Father,” is an invitation to follow the merciful example of God, Benedictine Dormition Abbey on jubilee will include a number of to prepare themselves with Mount Zion, told Catholic News individual jubilee days. Young prayer and sacrifice, and make a who asks people not to judge or condemn but to forgive and to Service that fires and vandalism people will be able to celebrate portion of the journey on foot. have plagued other churches their jubilee with the pope at Efforts also will be made to give love, the council said. One way the pope wants to and church property for years. World Youth Day in Krakow, offer concrete signs of God’s The abbey was set on fire May Poland. love and mercy by offering tan- show the church’s “maternal so- licitude” is to send out “mission- (CNS photo/Debbie Hill) 25, 2014, soon after Pope Fran- The Pontifical Council for gible assistance to those in need, aries of mercy” — that is, spe- A bench damaged from a 2014 ar- cis visited the site during his Holy cially selected priests who will son attack is seen July 27 inside the Land pilgrimage. It is located preach and teach about God’s Dormition Abbey in Jerusalem. near the Cenacle, or the Upper mercy. They will be given spe- Room, site of the Last Supper. A cial authority, the pope said, “to year earlier, two cars owned by the Benedictines were set on fire. pardon even those sins reserved Benedictine monks often are victims of verbal and spitting attacks, to the Holy See.” and Christian tombstones are smashed, Father Schnabel said. In Jubilee days are planned for March, a Greek Orthodox seminary was damaged in an arson at- Consecrated Life, for the Roman tack and a wall was sprayed with anti-Christian graffiti. Curia, for those who are devot- ‘Walk with Francis’ service pledge ed to the spirituality of Divine drive launched in honor of visit Mercy, for teens aged 13 to 16, for deacons, for priests, for those WASHINGTON (CNS) — In anticipation of Pope Francis’ Septem- who are ill and for persons with ber visit to Washington, the Archdiocese of Washington and its disabilities, for workers and vol- Catholic Charities arm have launched an effort that challenges unteers of mercy, for catechists, members of the local community to reach out to those in need. and for prisoners. Called the “Walk With Francis Pledge,” the campaign invites peo- The Jubilee of Mercy has an ple to serve others in their community and then share their pledge official website in seven lan- on social media. The campaign was announced by Washington guages at www.im.va;a Twitter Cardinal Donald W. Wuerl and Msgr. John Enzler, president and handle @Jubilee_va; a Facebook CEO of Catholic Charities July 22. The pledge involves three ways page; and accounts on Insta- to participate in that “walk,” through; gram, Flickr and Google+. n prayer and learning about the faith: http://walkwithfrancis.org/ (CNS photo/L’Osservatore Romano via EPA) Opening of the Holy Door of pledge/pray... Pope Francis uses a tablet to officially open online registration for St. Peter’s Basilica will be Dec. n charitable service to others: http://walkwithfrancis.org/pledge/ World Youth Day 2016 in Poland. He did this during the Angelus from 8, 2015, feast of the Immaculate serve... the window of his studio overlooking St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican Conception. It will be closed n taking to spread the Gospel in families, workplaces and public July 26. Nov. 20, 2016. policy: http://walkwithfrancis.org/pledge/act. World’s Mayors Head to Vatican to Tackle Poverty VATICAN CITY (CNS)— After decades of world lead- ers trying to set global goals to address climate change and extreme poverty, city mayors Go Green gathered at the Vatican to pledge they will take real action and with eDocs lead the fight on their streets. Pope Francis told the mayors that they were important be- cause they were at the “grass Waiting for your monthly statements or bank notices via mail is time consuming. roots” and could make concrete With eDocs you get your statements sent to your email within 24 hours of the last changes and put pressure on leaders above them. day of your statement cycle. Not only are you reducing your clutter, but eDocs The pope spoke briefly off- the-cuff in Spanish July 21 can be easily organized on your computer.

after more than 60 mayors at- (CNS photo/Paul Haring) tended a daylong workshop on California Gov. Jerry Brown and modern slavery and climate mayors from around the world Contact us today, for more information on Going Green. change, sponsored by the pon- attend a workshop on climate tifical academies of sciences change and human trafficking at and social sciences in the Vati- the Vatican July 21. can’s synod hall. The academies invited the “We really have to involve the United Nations in these things” 815-398-6500 leaders to share best practices, www.bankalpine.com to sign a declaration recogniz- so it takes “a very strong posi- ing that climate change and tion on this issue, especially extreme poverty are influ- the trafficking of human be- enced by human activity, and ings that is caused by this en- to pledge to pursue low-impact vironmental situation and the development to make cities exploitation of people. I really ROCKFORD | BELVIDERE | CHERRY VALLEY | MACHESNEY PARK | LOVES PARK | ROSCOE | KIRKLAND “socially inclusive, safe, resil- do hope that a fundamental, ba- ient and sustainable.” sic agreement is reached” at the Member FDIC The pope told his audience, U.N. climate summit in Paris. 8 FRIDAY AUGUST 7, 2015 | The Observer

Nation / World News in Brief Videos on Value of Fetal Tissue Prompt Longest serving U.S. cardinal dies, Cardinal Baum witness and maker of history

(CNS photo/P. Fetters, Archdiocese courtesy Renewed Call to Pro-life Awareness WASHINGTON (CNS)—Cardinal William W. OXNARD, Calif. (CNS)—It away,” she told Catholic News Baum, the archbishop of Washington from is uncertain that a California Service. 1973 to 1980, died July 23 at the age of 88 pro-life group’s ongoing series For Catholics, the videos re- after a long illness. He was a cardinal for of undercover videos that show flect the need to be mindful 39 years — the longest such tenure in U.S. Planned Parenthood officials of what St. John Paul II called

of Washington) church history. Cardinal Baum witnessed discussing the illegal market- “the culture of death” in his history from the Second Vatican Council ing and sale of fetal tissue will 1995 encyclical “Evangelium through the election of the first Latin Ameri- lead to defunding for the na- Vitae” (“The Gospel of Life”). can pope, and he made history himself. By tion’s leading provider of abor- “There are medical practices, Cardinal Baum the spring of 2011, he had worn the red car- tion services. like the harvesting of fetal tis- dinal’s hat for nearly 35 years and surpassed It also is unknown if the rev- sue, that express the culture the record of Baltimore Cardinal James Gibbons, who had been a elations in the videos will lead of death,” Dell’Oro said. “And cardinal from 1886 until his death in 1921. to charges or possible legal ac- you can’t help but recoil at

tion against the pro-life group, (CNS photo/Lisa Johnston, St. Louis Review) the cavalier attitude of these House limits number allowed in the Center for Medical Prog- Mary Roy prays the rosary in front Planned Parenthood doctors ress, based on an investigation as they discuss the ‘interven- chamber to hear papal address to Congress of Planned Parenthood in St. Lou- announced in late July by Cali- is July 21. In the Fox Valley area, tion’ on a fetus and the prices WASHINGTON (CNS) — House members voted July 28 to limit fornia’s attorney general. people from several Rockford of body organs while sipping the number of people allowed in the House Chamber Sept. 24 But the videos definitely have Diocese parishes regularly pray in wine and eating salad. That is when Pope Francis addresses a joint meeting of Congress. The brought to society a renewed front of the Planned Parenthood beyond gruesome.” vote, which was part of a procedural measure, excludes former and more graphic awareness facility in Aurora. Dell’Oro suggested that Cath- members of Congress and former House officers and chaplains of what fetal tissue and abor- olics acquaint themselves with from attending the papal address. Those allowed to attend include: tion represent. To Catholics, gans — a ‘commodification or two “instructional” documents members of Congress, President Barack Obama and Vice Presi- the recordings bring a renewed commercialization’ of life.” from the Congregation for the dent Joe Biden, Supreme Court justices, current House officers, awareness of Catholic teaching Vicki Evans, coordinator of Doctrine of Faith — “Donum the librarian of Congress, architect of the Capitol and department on life issues, and a renewed the San Francisco Archdio- Vitae” (“The Gift of Life”) and heads. The vote also approved of “other persons as designated call to defend life in what some cese’s Respect Life Program, “Dignitas Personae” (“The by the Speaker.” House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, invited call an increasingly “utilitar- said that abortion supporters Dignity of a Person”) — which the pope and requested the vote to limit the audience. Emily Schil- ian” society. have reinforced the position address new technologies asso- linger, a spokeswoman for Boehner’s office said there is “a tre- “Fetal tissue has been in the that “embryonic stem-cell re- ciated with life issues, includ- mendous amount of interest in the pope’s visit and we are working public discussion since the search is worth it if it leads to ing the acquisition and utiliza- to ensure as many people as possible can attend.” She said the 1970s,” said Roberto Dell’Oro, a cure for Parkinson’s or some tion of “biological material” vote was “to make sure that attendance at the joint meeting does director of the Bioethics Insti- other disease.” (such as embryonic stem cells not exceed the capacity of the chamber to hold a safe and digni- tute and professor of theological “But this time, with the re- and fetal tissue) that is of “il- fied event.” studies at Loyola Marymount lease of the CMP videos, the licit” origin. University in Los Angeles. subject matter is so shocking Senate Republicans have “What we see in these videos is and offensive — the selling and called for a vote aimed at de- a representation of how our so- putting a price tag on parts of a funding Planned Parenthood, ciety trivializes human life, by human being, fetal tissue, arms which receives more than $500 reducing it to a discussion of the and legs and organs and so on million annually in federal acquisition of body parts and or- — that it cannot be rationalized money. Box Believed to be Catholic Artifact Found at Site of Jamestown Church JAMESTOWN, Va. (CNS)— The identities of four men dis- covered almost two years ago at the site of Jamestown’s historic Become a Catholic Order of Foresters 1608 church have been identi- fied and one of the men had been (COF) field representative and, buried with a silver box that is • Be a leader in your Catholic community “likely a Catholic reliquary.” The Smithsonian Museum • Strive for personal and professional growth of Natural History and the Jamestown Rediscovery Foun- • Work for yourself but not by yourself dation at Historic Jamestown • Receive customized training announced the men’s identities July 28. Experience not required. They are the Rev. Robert Hunt, Sir Ferdinando Wain- As a COF agent you will help fellow Catholics man, Capt. William West and realize their financial goals and need for Capt. Gabriel Archer, on top of whose coffin was resting the security, utilizing top-quality life insurance silver box. (CNS photo/courtesy Smithsonian Institution) and annuity products. Their remains were found Smithsonian forensic anthropologists Doug Owsley and Kari Bruwel- beneath the chancel area of heide and colleague Ashley McKeown examine the grave of the Rev. Is Catholic Order of Foresters the right fit for you? what was an Anglican church Robert Hunt in Jamestown, Va. at the front played a prominent role at James- died in 1610 at age 34. West was of a structure town, and many efforts were killed in 1610 at age 24 in a skir- Call Tom Adamson where a com- made to convert the neighboring mish with the Powhatan. Toll-free: 800-552-0145 munion table Powhatan tribes to the Anglican Archer died in late 1609 or would have Church,” a news release said. early 1610 at age 34. Accord- [email protected] been located “The presence of the reli- ing to a Washington Post sto-

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ltar and Rosary A Societies were among the earliest parish groups founded in the Service and prayer Rockford Diocese. The histories — and the 149 years names — of these groups of women are as varied Nativity of the as the parishes they serve. Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Anthony of Padua Menominee Parish in Rockford has one of the oldest in the At Nativity of the Blessed diocese, only seven years Virgin Mary Parish in Menominee the group that younger than the diocese has fulfilled the role of an itself. As its members Altar and Rosary Society mark the group’s was organized in 1866 when first century, we also the parish was known as (Photos provided) Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Menominee salute the groups from St. Mary. Looking to Mary other parishes who fill for guidance, they named vestments and other are held their group St. Anne Society, furnishings for celebrating September critical roles of service after her mother. Even Mass. through May. and prayer. Photos though the formal parish It also hosts dinner The present and information from name changed, the society receptions for special events. officers societies who answered retained its original name. Donations to missionary and encourage our invitation to take part It continues as a source charitable organizations, younger in this section, starting of spiritual and material rosaries and Masses for women to with the oldest group to blessings to the parish. the deceased, and upkeep follow in the reply, St. Anne Society Although its primary purpose of the parish kitchen footsteps is spiritual, it also provides are among the society’s of past of Nativity BVM Parish for the many needs of the functions. The society also generations by in Menominee, continue sanctuary and altars, such hosts a well-attended parish joining in their and accepting roles as in this special Seasoned as wine, linens, candles, Christmas party. Meetings work, attending meetings, officers. Observer. 10 FRIDAY AUGUST 7, 2015 | The Observer seasoned observer Service and Pra Rockford’s St. Anthony of Padua Altar and Rosary Society Celebrates its First Century

By Lynne Conner unfold have truly been a labor of love,” We are proud to be “... This Observer Correspondent she said. an ongoing part of St. organization is “We are not just here to care for and Anthony’s history,” she t. Anthony of Padua’s maintain the sanctuary and altar lin- said. about something Altar and Rosary Society ens,” she added. “Our main focus is During the Mass, celebrated a century of beyond to bring more ladies into our group to society members service at a Mass July 19 themselves. honor our Blessed Mother.” proclaimed the at the Rockford parish. Through the years, the society has readings, dressed the They exist “The dedication that for a higher overseen and assisted with spiritual altar, presented the Sthese ladies have given over 100 years and social events such as the annual St. offertory gifts and purpose.” is truly remarkable,” said Angie Ger- Joseph Altar, card parties, Lent retreats, crowned a statue of Our — Father James M. mano, current president of Altar and parish dinners and the Angel’s Garden. Lady. Ciaramitaro, OFM Rosary. “Preparing and planning for Founded in 1915 by Father Anthony Father James M. this event, and now seeing these plans Marchesano, the parish’s first pastor, Ciaramitaro, OFM was the group was formed a mere five years the main celebrant at Mass, but was after the church was built. joined by former St. Anthony pastors, The society’s first president was Father Luke Poczworowski, OFM and Giacomina (Marchesano) St. Angel, Father Anthony Labedis. who was Father Marchesano’s sister. “The reason for Altar and Rosary’s Connie St. Angel, Giacomina’s long and prosperous history … daughter-in-law, was at the July is that this organization is about 19 celebration with four of her something beyond themselves,” Father granddaughters. “I am just so grateful to Ciaramitaro said. “They exist for a be a part of this celebration today,” she higher purpose. They exist to follow the said. example of Mary. We know that there Connie St. Angel (center), daughter-in-law of the society’s first president, attend- “I am so pleased to be here with is no greater model of quiet loving ed the anniversary event with her granddaughters (from left) Sophia St. Angel, my granddaughters, who would be service than Our Lady, the Blessed Maria Francik, Amelia Scodro and Francesca St. Angel. Giacomina’s great-granddaughters. Mother.” Other Long-Standing Societies 85 years 75 years St. Mary, Huntley St. James, Lee In a search through the archives intercession of Our Blessed The oldest active at St. Mary Parish in Huntley, Mother, the rosary, and the member of the St. the Altar and Rosary Society is Marian Devotions,” according to James Altar and mentioned in a 1930 financial the society webpage. Rosary, Gladys report, but the society probably With the Knights of Columbus, (Photo provided) Schnorr, 95 St. Mary, Sterling dates much farther back. the society helps lead a family Because it has always tried rosary on the second Tuesday of and still driving, 105 years said she was St. Mary, Sterling to serve “in the background,” every month, 6:30-7 p.m. according to Sharon Bills, there married in 1941. The society focuses on the Shortly after that The Altar and Rosary Society at St.Mary Parish in Sterling are no pictures old or new. spiritual life of the parish by she became started in 1910. Some current members gather for a photo “Much like most Altar and Rosary having Masses said for the secretary for the (above). Societies around the world, members of our society and we are more like the brick and contributing to other ministries already active 100 years mortar of the church with the in the parish. Through their bake society. They St. James, Rockford focus on Jesus,” she says. sale, they have contributed to have no other The society’s mission “is to parish life by providing images record of when At St. James Parish in Rockford the Altar and Rosary help lead our parish family to of the saints for the 26 parish the society was Society has also been around for about 100 years. the altar to Jesus through the classrooms. formed. The Observer | FRIDAY AUGUST 7, 2015 11

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(CNS photos/Vatican press kit) The sculpted hands of St. John Paul II (left), and the mosaic of St. Paul (right) will be on display in Philadelphia when the “Vatican Splen- dors” exhibit opens Sept. 19 during the World Meeting of Families and the visit of Pope Francis. Vatican Splendors Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Destination: Planning to head to the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia in September? Make time to see works of art and rare artifacts from the Vatican while you are there. Philadelphia is the only announced destination for the exhibit, which will be on a two-city North American tour. While there are no Masses at the Franklin Institute, check www.worldmeeting2015.org/plan-your-visit/places-worship to fi nd some. Why to go: More than 200 works of art, 40 percent of which have never been shown publicly anywhere, (Observer photos by Lynne Conner) Members of St. Anthony of Padua Parish’s Altar and Rosary Society process in to dress the altar before are part of the “Vatican the July 19 Mass marking the society’s 100th anniversary. Splendors” exhibit opening Sept. 19 at Philadelphia’s Franklin Institute. (If you don’t go right away, you’ll Marian one was joining the Altar and Rosary have time to visit the exhibit Perrecone, 98, Society, but now all these young girls later. it’s running through is the oldest who have recently retired are building Feb. 15, 2016, in Philly.) continuous member up the membership and it’s really The nearly 10,000-square- of St. Anthony’s beautiful to see a good crowd now at our foot exhibit, organized into society. She sees meetings.” 11 galleries, will consist of encouraging new The anniversary celebration concluded signifi cant objects collected membership as with a catered dinner at the St. Anthony by Vatican Museums over the group’s key to Parish Hall where four past presidents and Statue of St. Paul the span of 2,000 years. future success. 12 families of deceased Altar and Rosary It includes objects from the ancient St. Peter’s Basilica and “For a while, no Marian Perrecone presidents were recognized. tools used in the construction of the 16th-century basilica and the Sistine Chapel; artwork by Michelangelo; historical maps, signed documents and a bas-relief sculpture; works by Baroque masters such as Bernini and Guercino; intricately embroidered silk liturgical vestments; uniforms of the papal Swiss Guard; artwork that dates to the fi rst century; and bone fragments of SS. Peter and Paul as well as relics discovered at their tombs. Hours: There will be Painting of the Madonna daytime, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., and evening, 5-9 p.m., exhibit (Photo provided) hours with different non-member ticket prices for each St. Mary, Galena session. Group rates are also available. Onsite parking is 70 years limited. Check the website for details. St. Mary, Galena (Grand) Kid friendly: Absolutely. member for 70 years and is still going Info: Address — The Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th The Altar and Rosary Society at St. strong,” says President Elly Renner. St. Philadelphia, PA 19103 Phone — 215/448-1200 Mary Parish in Galena was established Members gathered for a photo with Web — https://www.fi .edu/exhibit/vatican-splendors in 1945. Father Stanislaw Kos, parochial vicar at — Compiled by Sharon Boehlefeld; CNS contributed to this story Rose Oldenburg “has been an active St. Mary. 12 FRIDAY AUGUST 7, 2015 | The Observer seasoned observer 65 years St. Joseph, Richmond

St. Joseph Parish in Richmond has had an Altar and Rosary Society for more than 65 years. It was mentioned in the dedication of the present church building in 1949. Prior to that, the Altar and Rosary was involved with the annual church festival. Members posed for a photo at their (Photo provided) installation ceremony in August 2011. St. Joseph, Richmond Service and prayer

52 years (Photo provided) Sacred Heart, Marengo St. Andrew, Rock Falls Instead of an Altar and Rosary Society, the 65 years Rosarian Council of Sacred Heart Parish in St. Andrew, Rock Falls Marengo was founded by Father Thomas Kane in 1963 with about 57 women at the first meeting. St. Andrew Parish in Rock Falls started its Altar The first elected officers were (right) Mrs. Harold and Rosary Society Oct. 7, 1950 at 800 Fourth Lindsay, president; Mrs. William Brandt, Jr., vice- Ave. It was officially organized in November 1950 President; Mrs. Bradford Bigalke, secretary; and with Louise Hermes as president. Mrs. Richard Bauman, treasurer. The Altar and Rosary Society has remained Functions of the council include maintaining active for 65 years, meeting from September the altar linens and flowers and supporting the through May. religious education program. Today the Rosarian (Photo provided) The society sponsors several fundraisers and the Council continues to meet and share quality time Sacred Heart, Marengo proceeds benefit both the church and school. with all women of the parish. Current officers are (above, left to right) Cathy Providing host, wine, candles and organizing the nursing home, co-ordinate the nursing home McDonald, secretary; Clarise McGinn, vice weekly donation for the altar flowers continues to Christmas gifts, have a bake sale, and provide president; Gloria Panice, president; Tiffany be their gift to the parish. funeral luncheons throughout the year. Socially Groves, out-going vice president, and Sandy During the year they make rosaries for the first they gather for a post Christmas and spring outing Vandersnick, standing in for Karen Nelson, Communicants, oversee projects for the local for all ladies of the parish. treasurer.

45 years Blessed Sacrament, North Aurora

Blessed Sacrament Altar and Rosary in North Their style shows, luncheons, and other activities Aurora have worked for the last 45 years assisting provide ways for members to work in unity and the pastor in the religious aspects of the parish, faith. as well as the social needs of the parish. As they celebrate the 45th anniversary of They have been involved in the care of the altar, the parish and the society, Altar and Rosary the hosts and wine, funeral dinners, and any continues to mean a lot to each of the members. other request from the pastor where they are “My favorite saying to any lady,” says President needed. Sharon Konen, “is ‘if you have a pulse, you have Members of the society range in age from 21 to a purpose,’ and we always encourage our ladies (Photo provided) over 90 and work together on social, fundraising to join us and give what they can to make the Blessed Sacrament, North Aurora and other projects to aid those less fortunate. society strong.” Vice President Linda Deiter, Treasurer Jan Their Lights of Love Christmas project Officers gathered for a photo (right) with Father Orland, (front) Secretary Amy Tinerella, and memorializes loved ones on a decorated tree. Max Lasrado, pastor, are (from left, back) President Sharon Konen.

10 years WINNEBAGO Christ the King, Woodstock th COUNTY annual FAIR At Christ the King Parish in Wonder Lake, home in the parish about once a month. the Legion of Mary Society serves the While they are in the home, the family prays 94 prayerful goals of an Altar and Rosary the rosary daily for vocations. Sometimes August 18th-23rd — Pecatonica, IL Society. the family invites guests to pray with them. Grandstand Entertainment — FREE Entertainment — Father Steven Sabo started the organization At the end of the month, the Legion picks up (Check the website for ticket prices)  Queen & Little Miss Pageant  Jr. Miss Pageant Tuesday — Ranch Sorting 6:30 pm  Game Show Gurus  Hoo Haven about 10 years ago. the statue and chalice and delivers them to a Wednesday — High Stakes Bull Riding &  Chip Messiner  Mike Kelley new home. Local Barrel Racing 7:00 pm  4-H Fashion Show  Talent Show Last year, Father Joel Lopez and the Legion Thursday — Illiana Pullers Association Truck Pulls-  Audio Rewind  EvolveDance Co. began a Traveling Statue of Mary program “I know it hasn’t been 75 years or longer,” Working Class Truck, Prostock Trucks,  Magic Mike  Petting Zoo in which a statue of Our Lady of Fatima and says Evie Goins of the parish office, “but Mini Rods, Outlaw’s Tractor 6:30 pm  Antique Tractor Display  4-H Events Friday — Farmer’s Class Tractor Pulls 1:00 pm  Northern Illinois Raptor and Rehab Center a donated chalice under glass go to a new think of us as a ‘novice’ rosary society.” Friday — Badger State Tractor Pulls 6:30 pm  National Pedal Pullers & Racers & And more! Saturday — Jamie Campbell & Redneck Romeos 5:45 pm Saturday — Eric Paslay 7:00 pm FREE nightly entertainment 6 years Sunday — Demo Derby 1:00 pm in the Entertainment Tent St. Bernadette, Rockford

Go to www.winnebagocountyfair.com St. Bernadette Parish in Rockford has a The group started in 2009 and has sent Located in Pecatonica off U.S. Route 20 Find us on “Rosary Maker” group that meets twice a 106,000 rosaries to different places. They halfway between Rockford & Freeport. month September through June. There are welcome anyone, women and men, who approximately 20 ladies who make rosaries. would like to join their group. The Observer | FRIDAY AUGUST 7, 2015 13

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Going on Now McHenry Deanery High School Girls DIOCESE Secular Carmelite visits: Adult Share ‘Beauty Catholics who are in good standing with the Church and who are Secrets’ in interested in exploring a possible Woodstock vocation with the Secular Discalced Carmelites are invited to visit a St. Mary Parish in Woodstock couple of meetings before the new held its first ”Pure Beauty” study year begins in January. The retreat for middle school group meets one Saturday morning a girls recently. Twenty girls in month in Rockford and commits to a schedule of prayer and study as they sixth- through eighth-grade learn about and apply to their lives attended the overnight the spirituality of St. Teresa of Jesus, retreat in June. A late night St. John of the Cross, St. Therese of adoration was a highlight Liseiux and other Carmelite saints. of the retreat. High school Info: Darlene Bachta, 815/398-3201, leaders planned and ran the [email protected]; or Amanda Hudson, 815/387-3384 (days), retreat. Leaders are (from left, [email protected]. front): Marilyn Chakkalamuri, Shea Pivnicka, (back) Alex BATAVIA Joyful Again: Registration is Kaufmann, Liz Moorehead, open for a retreat and workshop Gloria Kranenburg, Maureen for widowed men and women Oct. Murray and Brigid McCormack. 24-25 at Nazareth Retreat House. (Photo provided) Space is limited. Info: 708-354/7211, [email protected] Aurora Deanery Aug 15-Oct 7 NATIONWIDE 54-day rosary novena: Join a nationwide prayer effort for the family and marriage, including peace, human life and religious freedom. Pray the rosary Aug. 15- Sept. 10 in petition and Sept. 11-Oct. 7 in thanksgiving. Pray individually, as a family or with friends. Info: www.54days. org Save the Date (Photo provided) Aug 21 St. Katharine Drexel Parish in Sugar Grove sponsored its third vaca- The week included games, Bible adventures, crafts, chapel time and tion Bible school based on the theme ”Everest. ” It helped 106 el- music. Additionally, 43 students from junior and senior high schools ROCKFORD Parent training: noon-2 p.m.; UIC ementary children to ”conquer challenges with God’s mighty power.” volunteered to help at vacation Bible School this year. Specialized Care for Children, 4302 N. Main St. For parents of special needs children. Topic: “Let’s Get ST. STANISLAUS FREE PARKING S.M.A.R.T. Goals on Those IEPs.” Marinelli Stadium overflow parking lot Free; registration needed by Aug. PARISH on Christina Street. 13. Info: 866/436-7842, ext. 3516; 9:30 a.m. — 8:30 p.m. www.fmptic.org/events/trainings CELEBRATES!! Aug 22 FREEPORT TH Colby Smith Classic: 8 a.m.; St. 34 ANNUAL Thomas Aquinas, 1400 Kiwanis Dr. 4-mile memorial run fundraiser. Proceeds for Aquin Catholic Schools POLISH FEST scholarships. Servant-Leaders host post-run breakfast at Aquin Central SUNDAY — AUGUST 16, 2015 Catholic Junior-Senior High School cafeteria, 1419 S. Galena Ave. ON PARISH GROUNDS - 11:30 a.m. until 8 p.m. Cost: $20 in advance, $25 on race — 10 A.M. MASS — day for adults; $15 for students; DANCING breakfast is extra. Info: www. INFLATABLE PLAYGROUND colbysmithmemorialrun.com RAFFLES BINGO KIDS GAMES

ROCKFORD POLISH SPECIALTY 14th An Evening in the Tropics: 6 (Photo provided) p.m. silent auction and cocktails, 7 Father Jerome Leake, pastor at St. Joseph Parish in Aurora, poses with FOODS p.m. dinner. Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell CULTURE siblings Annika, Roman and Ty Hopp at the first Mass they served WHITE ELEPHANTEXHIBIT School Road. Proceeds for Hope together. Their father and mother are Tony and Chris Hopp. In the for Haitians home-building projects. background between Roman and Ty, their grandmother Kathy Dolan RSVP by Aug. 15. Cost: $100 per “photo bombs” the shot. person. Info: www.hopeforhaitians. FREE ADMISSION org; Bob Pfundstein, 815/847-0656; Featuring www.foodforthepoor.org/rockford Photo Tips Submitted photos must be in focus or we will not be able to use Traditional Polish Dinner Aug 23 them. Identify people in photos from left to right using first and last Served 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. ALGONQUIN names.   Music and Entertainment by   Parish fest: noon-7 p.m.; St. When submitting electronic images: Margaret Mary, 111 S. Hubbard n Send the original .jpg format from the camera with a dpi of 72. For St. Polish and American food, best reproduction please send uncropped, full size photos. beer and other beverages, games, SYRENA n Do not embed them in Word or any other word processing program. Krakowiaczek moonwalk, petting zoo, pony ride, EFEKT raffles, live music and dancing. Free Send separate .jpg attachments. West Bend, WIPOLISHMILWAUKEE, FOLK DANCERS WI MUSIC BANDPolish LanguageRockford, ILSchool n Send scanned images at a resolution of at least 200dpi. parking. Cost: $5 adults; $1 children MUSIC AND DANCING ALL DAY age 11 and younger. Info: www. Printed images must: saintmargaretmary.org, 847/658- n be on photographic paper. 201 Buckbee St. 815-965-3913 7625, 847/533-3100; 773/771-8221 n not be folded, taped or stapled. Rockford, IL WWW.POLISHFEST-IL.ORG 14 FRIDAY AUGUST 7, 2015 | The Observer

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Freeport Deanery Save the Date Feeding Freeport Aug 24 On July 21, St. Joseph and St. MCHENRY Mary parishioners and members Understanding the Bible: 7-9 of the St. Vincent de Paul Society p.m. (Mondays through Feb. 29); in Freeport sponsored a visit St. Patrick, 3500 Washington St. from the Northern Illinois Food Adult faith formation class based on Great Adventure Bible Study with Bank mobile pantry at St. Jeff Cavins. Cost: $40 for workbook. Joseph. Volunteers unloaded Info: Carleen Murphy, 815/385- and distributed approximately 0025, cmurphy@stpatrickmchenry. 10,000 pounds of food. Two org; www.stpatrickmchenry.org hundred twenty- ve Stephenson Aug 26 County families who struggle STERLING to meet basic nutritional needs Charismatic Mass: 7 p.m.; St. received free groceries. St. Mary, 600 Avenue B. Praise and Joseph also brought the truck to worship, 6:45 p.m. Celebrant: Freeport in June to help provide Father Christopher Kuhn. Music: Spirit Touch. Info: Patty Mendoza, 255 families with free groceries. 815/625-0736 The mobile food pantry delivers produce and non-perishable Aug 29 food directly to people in MCHENRY need of food assistance. Golf outing: Sponsor: St. (Photo provided) Patrick. Info: 815/385-0025, www. stpatrickmchenry.org SOUTH BELOIT Fun fest: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Coral Cove Fair Time Family Fun Center, 586 Progressive Members of St. Mary Parish Dr. (off Prairie Hill Road). Proceeds in Freeport and the Sisters for St. Peter Parish’s St. Vincent de Paul Society. Live music, food, of the Immaculate Heart of arcade room, bouncy house, clowns, Mary shared a booth at the bingo for buckets with prizes, car Stephenson County Fair. An- show, cash raffl e up to $1,000. Cost: gela Chamberlin (left) shares $10 per raffl e ticket. Info: 815/389- information about the Catho- 3726; raffl e, 608/361-1783 lic churches in Freeport. Vicki Aug 30 Bushelle and sisters sell ra e DIOCESE tickets for a classic car. The Silver and Gold Mass: 2:30 p.m.; St. fundraiser will help the Ma- Mary, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. donna House serve pregnant Mass with Bishop David Malloy women. for couples celebrating wedding (Photos provided) anniversaries of 25, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70 or more in 2015. Reception follows. Register by Aug. 7 to receive a commemorative certifi cate. Info: Life and Family Evangelization Offi ce, 815/399-4300, www. What’s Up rockforddiocese.org/anniversary 9 p.m.; Holy Family, 4401 High- 3500 Washington St. Bishop Da- AURORA Wed Aug 12 Thu Aug 13 crest Road. Intro by a doctor from Women of Inspiration dinner: vid Malloy will celebrate Mass and 4 p.m. social hour, 5 p.m. dinner; the Catholic Medical Association. bless and dedicate the historic Deadline for Aug 21 What’s Up Gaslite Manor, 2485 Church Road. JOHNSBURG Speaker: Deacon Jason Stewart. church bell, the statue of St. Pat- Sponsor: Aurora Deanery Council of (for events Aug 24-30) 7-9 Topic: “Call to Biblical and Sacra- Catholics Returning Home: rick and the Memorial Prayer Gar- Catholic Women. Speaker: Bishop p.m. (fi rst of six Thursday ses- mental Marriage in the Church.” den. Info: 815/385-0025, www.st- David Malloy. Register by Aug. 15; no ROCKFORD sions); St. John the Baptist par- Free. Info: 815/398-4280; www. tickets available at door. Cost: $30 per patrickmchenry.org; parishoffi ce@ Blood drive: 2-7 p.m.; St. Ed- ish offi ce, 2302 W. Church St. holyfamilyrockford.org person. Info: Mary Glosson, (days) stpatrickmchenry.org ward, 3004 11th St. Sponsors: Saturday classes will also be of- 630/851-1436; (eves) 630/308-4138; [email protected] Parish and Knights of Columbus fered. Free. Info: Dick Wantuch, Sat Aug 15 ST. CHARLES Council 470. Appointments avail- 815/385-0759 or dick@trinity-one. Jesus as storyteller: 9-11:45 able, walk-ins welcome. Info: com AURORA a.m.; St. Patrick, Dempsey Hall, Elsewhere 815/263-7889, 815/398-9344, ROCKFORD Parish festival: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; 787 Crane Road. Speaker: John 815/229-0282 Marriage and the Bible: 7:30- St. Mary, 430 E. Downer Place. 13 McGrath, diocesan director of Aug 23 booths of foods, live music, rum- Educational Services. Topic: “The BENTON, WISCONSIN mage sale, entertainment for kids. Parables of Jesus.” Info: Juli Ras- Mazzuchelli Mass: 3 p.m.; St. Free. Info: Ana Maya, 630/202- Patrick, 237 E. Main St. Steak and mussen, 630/338-8050 8385. chicken dinner follows Mass. Tours of St. Augustine, designed and built by DIXON Venerable Father Samuel Mazzuchelli Dinner, drawing: 5:30 p.m.; Dix- Sun Aug 16 in New Diggins, Wisconsin, 10 a.m.-2 on Knights of Columbus Council p.m. Tours of Father Mazzuchelli’s 690 Hall, 506 W. Third St. Steak ROCKFORD home and grave in Benton, 1-2:30 or chicken dinner with fi xings. Bo- 34th Polish fest: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; p.m. Cost: $15 dinner. Info: George Burns, 608/965-4517 nanza drawing, 8 p.m. Cost: $14 St. Stanislaus Kostka, 201 Buck- steak dinner; $9 chicken dinner; bee St. Opening Mass; games, Sept 11-12 $1 Bonanza ticket. Info: www. dancing, Polish foods, raffl es, DUBUQUE, IOWA kofc690.com culture exhibit, climbing wall and Cavins’ talk, seminar: 7 p.m. Sept. more. Free. Info: (815) 965-3913, 11, 8 a.m. Sept. 12; Grand River MCHENRY Center, 500 Bell St. Jeff Cavins will Dedication: 4-6 p.m.; St. Patrick, www.St-Stanislaus.org present his conversion story Sept. 11 and his Bible Timeline Seminar Sept. Submit Online: Parish, school and organization publicists may send 12. Cost: Sept. 11 talk, free; Sept. 12 news and photos. Submissions will be forwarded to El Observador and seminar and lunch, $40 until Aug. 30, to the diocesan calendar. Send mail submissions to The Observer, P.O. $50 later. Info: citywidebiblestudy. 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Faith Forum Putting Action Behind the Papal Encyclical on Ecology Pope Francis’ recent encyclical on the ecology cries Guest Column Organized gift to us. And where can we learn these lessons best for creative action capable of raising parish life to new community service but in our parishes. heights. And how might this happen? by Father Eugene can help turn Within a parish, we have young children, parents, Some years ago, I read a success story that talked Hemrick around a run-down singles, middle-aged folks, elderly and the retired. about the ecological potential that parishes possess. neighborhood into Children love science projects and where better to The parish created a garden for people in wheelchairs. a thriving urban initiate them than in the parish. Parents always want They raised the level of soil a few feet and corralled it center. For example, the best for their children, and where better to find this with railroad ties. This enabled people in wheelchairs Catholic News Service some cities are now than in parish education that teaches God’s wisdom on to plant, weed and harvest more easily because converting trash- how to maintain and respect the earth’s resources. everything was brought up to a level that helped them filled empty lots into fruitful gardens that beautify the Single people often look for projects that they can be access the soil and the plants. area. Much of the garden’s produce is shared with the part of in a community. Where better to look for such A wholesome result of this endeavor was enabling poor. a project than at a welcoming parish whose mission is those confined to a wheelchair to get outdoors, to What is especially unique about the parish action aimed at enhancing the earth’s blessings. actively participate in the life of the parish and to community is that since its mission is focused on the The same holds true for the elderly and retired who experience the uplifting spirit of watching a garden Gospel, providing community service helps them want to stay actively involved and continue to make grow. connect closely to Scripture. major contributions to society. Many of these elderly Parishes are perfect institutions for developing Pope Francis implores us to see the earth not as a and retired possess the wisdom of the ages just waiting creativity in a community. Situated in neighborhoods, house but as a common “home,” one in which God to be shared. they have direct access to its neighbors and have provides us with life from the sun, rain and changing There is much talk about Pope Francis’ encyclical. excellent means for creating community involvement. seasons. He encourages us to respect nature as God’s It’s good to read, but now comes the time to act.

Letting Worry Go While Trusting in God Voices in the News The kingdom of God is within you. We’ve all heard Guest Column prove scientifically f 75 percent of this truth, but few of us fully understand it or make an that God does not Catholics went to effort to put it into practice when we need it. In signing by Father John exist. It’s not for Mass on Sunday, we off my letters to friends and others, I often write, Catoir you to ask why they ‘I “May the Lord be your strength and your joy.” pretend to be so sure wouldn’t be having these For me, it is a way of reminding people that they that there is no God. problems. ... If we’re willing can rely on the Holy Spirit to do their heavy lifting. What you can to stand up for our faith in In order to protect yourself from needless worry, you Catholic News Service and should do is public, I think people who have to know how to enjoy the present moment. take responsibility are on the margins of the faith might be I recall this quote attributed to Thornton Wilder: for your holiness and happiness. Train your mind to willing to take another look and say, ‘Wow. “My advice to you is this, don’t ask why or wither, believe and to trust God with your whole heart. Don’t but just enjoy your ice cream while it’s on your plate. live in the mental swamp of doubt and guilt. If you do, If it’s so important to folks like the Little That’s my philosophy.” I can guarantee you that you’re always going to feel Sisters of the Poor, maybe I ought to take And I tend to agree with that sentiment. Yes, God miserable and unworthy. another look.’ wants us all to carry our cross, but with courage. We Strive for a clean conscience and be active about need to banish needless worry. A holy person is one your holiness. To do this, renew your good intentions, — Baltimore Archbishop William E. Lori, who listens to the words of Jesus and strives to obey go to confession. And then begin the process again, chairman of the U.S. bishops’ Ad Hoc Committee them. even if you stumble a few times. for Religious Liberty If you have trouble with this, begin with the simple Never say, “Why do I have to go to Mass?” That’s statement: Yes, Lord, I want to be holy. the equivalent of saying, “Why do I have to thank t is a pity. We have Once you say yes to God, your main task is to trust God?” never reached this level Him. Trust is the purest way to show your love. Keep Remember that God has given you everything: your of violence. We preach, in mind that the enemy of trust is doubt. Doubt can life and your ability to love and be loved. Attending ‘I we hope, we weep. In all of cloud your best intentions and weaken your spirit. It Mass is the best way to say thank you to God. The the Middle East it is not a is basically a fear that you may be a fool for believing Mass is a ritual of thanksgiving, which comes normal life. ... There is no in the supernatural or in something that can’t be naturally when you let go of worry, when you learn to explained. trust in what the Creator has in store for you. hope, no life, no hope for an Don’t be taken in by those who urge you to doubt God wants you to live gladly because of His love. end.’ everything unless you can prove it scientifically. Put on the will to take charge of your thoughts and — Latin Patriarch Fouad Twal of Jerusalem Remember that as Catholics, we believe in mysteries. be more positive, more uplifting, more trusting. I about the lives of Middle East Christians And keep in mind that others have never been able to promise, the reward will be great. Word to Life: Aug. 9, 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time Be Fortified by the Bread of Life By Jean Denton first reading who lay under a tree feeling defeated Catholic News Service until an angel encouraged him to rise and take nourishment — and then take more. Several years ago, a young friend of mine was Sam, too, rose each morning in the early hours convicted of a crime. when he could sit quietly in the one place where he Sam always was — and is — your basic “fine felt accepted for what was good in him. There he young man.” A thoughtful son and brother, he received the nourishment of Jesus in the Eucharist was a very good student and responsible part-time every day until he had to leave to begin serving his employee while working his way through college. time. However, he got drawn into a moneymaking At the detention center, Sam realized how much enterprise that was illegal. he needed the daily bread of Christ’s life, so he He was sentenced to two years in a program set up specifically to rehabilitate first-time, nonviolent attended Mass whenever it was offered. Like Elijah, offenders at a facility far from home. It would Sam needed strength for the difficult journey he had to make. What he chose for sustenance was “the involve group and individual counseling as well as © 2015 Diocese of Fort Worth physical labor. living bread that came down from heaven.” The court allowed him to live with his parents for It enabled him to see the importance of his own several months between the time he was sentenced life. He did everything that was asked of him in the “I am the bread of life.” and the date he was to report to the detention center. rehabilitation program and returned home healthy It was a dark period for Sam as he felt a great deal and ready to move ahead. — John 6:48 of shame, remorse and anxiety about what would Filled with the confidence of Jesus’ presence happen to him over the next two years. within him, he was at peace about his future When have you felt truly strengthened by Jesus His father was a regular attendee at 6 a.m. daily because he was fortified — not once but continually as the bread of life? How do you experience Mass and, with his life upended, Sam began to — by the bread that would give him strength and nourishment through continually receiving the go along. He was much like Elijah in Sunday’s life forever. Eucharist? The Observer | FRIDAY AUGUST 7, 2015 17

Viewpoints The Beatitudes Forgiveness and Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Grace in Tragedy Supreme Court Justice Potter Stewart gave us a memorable quote about pornography. He couldn’t defi ne it, he said in 1964, “but I know it when I see it.” In an entirely different realm, I feel the same way about grace. It’s impossible to For the Journey explain grace, (although the by E e Caldarola Catechism of the Catholic Church gives a try), but we know it when we experience it. Americans experienced grace this past June. When Catholic News Service nine South Carolinians were gunned down at a Bible study grace was made manifest in the forgiveness offered to the killer by the victims’ families. College student Chris Singleton said he forgave Dylann Roof, his mother’s alleged killer, just a day after Sharonda Coleman- Singleton was fatally shot. Families of the others murdered at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church followed suit, saying they would pray for Roof. What could explain this generosity besides grace? Roof later

(CNS photo/Victoria Wain,The Catholic Miscellany) made the heartbreaking comment that he almost didn’t follow Members of the Manna Life Center lead an ecumenical prayer service June 19 at the Neighborhood through with the killings because everyone at the Bible study House in Charleston, S.C., which is part of Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach Center. They prayed for group was so nice to him. the victims of the shootings at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, and the children who lost In 2006, we saw a similar outpouring of grace when 10 girls their parents. were murdered in an Amish school in Pennsylvania, and the Amish community found it in their hearts to forgive. Not coincidentally, both tragedies occurred within strong From Our Readers faith communities. It’s certainly possible for a single person to forgive, but how much more does the grace of community We Must Ask for Guidance, Help preaching on behalf of a mission to Haiti — I sustain and inspire us as we forgive? It’s a lesson for our society. I have been thinking a lot of about the am confi dent I know how they will answer. We need each other. Faith lives in community and is often question we ask parents as part of the sacrament Just as they did as new parents decades ago, where grace manifests. of baptism: What do you ask of God’s Church they will answer the question what do you Forgiveness isn’t easy. I struggle with forgiveness. In light for your child? In this case, I would like to ask ask of God’s Church? with a single word: of the South Carolina killings, I’m embarrassed to think of the this question not to parents of newborns, but to baptism. However, this time it will be for their petty things I fail to forgive. I can conjure up old injustices from the over-70-year-old, practicing Catholics (the grandchildren and great grandchildren, who years back and let them poison an otherwise beautiful day. I can generation just older than the oldest of the baby they fear are not being raised in the Church. seethe about the person who cuts into line ahead of me, or dwell boomers) who are the core of our congregations (Their concern is confi rmed by recent reports on an insult. today. I would like us to ask them this question that Catholic baptisms, as a percent of births, Forgiveness isn’t a magic bullet to make hurt and anger nationally and quickly, before they pass on to have dropped from a high of 34 percent in the disappear, but the grace that brings forgiveness offers us a way eternal rest. early ’60s to 20 percent today.) toward healing. There are two very good reasons to ask this The second reason we need to engage In my work for death penalty repeal, I meet people who have generation what they want from the Church. this group in dialogue is that they have the grappled with forgiving large hurts. First, they deserve to be heard. They have resources the Church lacks. Maybe if we For some, Jesus — who looked down from the brutality and stayed and prayed diligently for decades while convince them we will really work on bringing pain of the cross and asked God to forgive his tormentors — is others have left the pews, the priesthood and their grandchildren back to the Church (which the model to follow. That act of love bestowed grace not only on consecrated life in droves; they have stayed means re-opening our schools and everything His executioners but provided Jesus Himself with release and consolation. while their children have only intermittently that built the cultural bank we have now In the wake of the massacre in Charleston, the Rev. Jonathan attended with them; they have stayed even nearly depleted), they will give the Church the though they only see their children and Newton, an AME pastor in Washington, said anger is a natural fi nancial support that will be needed to re- response. grandchildren in attendance at weddings and build, not merely sustain lonely and lonelier funerals. Based on this experience, they have a “It makes some of us want to explode,” he told The Associated parishes. Press. But forgiveness “is not about that person, it’s about you. lot of valuable wisdom to offer. Since this great generation is positively It is not just the tenacity that makes this In order for you to be free, you’ve got to let it out.” minded and obviously does not mind being at group of Catholics great — they are also the We pray for grace as we struggle to forgive. Writer Anne Church, it would seem simple to invite them most positively minded members of our current Lamott says this about grace: “I do not at all understand the for a “parish meeting” to pose the question congregations. Of course, they have had the mystery of grace — only that it meets us where we are and does advantage of growing up during the rise of What do you ask of God’s Church? If it is not leave us where it found us.” the Catholic Church in the United States — as indeed the calling and shepherding of their lost compared to our children who are growing up grandchildren and great grandchildren, then Different View CNS/Joe Heller in a period of decline. let’s work together to make it happen. It was during 1935 to 1965 that Catholic The work to re-populate and popularize the universities took on national prominence. The Church will go on long after this generation movie “The Gipper” was released in 1940. passes, but the resources for the facilities and In 1944, Bing Crosby sent his career into programs to make it happen are in their hands overdrive with “Going My Way,” followed now. It is time that we engender in this great by “The Bells of St. Mary’s.” Bishop Sheen and passing generation a hope for a future commanded national television audiences from Church made of their children’s children. If we 1951 to 1957. The era culminated in the election make this mission our priority, they may make of the country’s fi rst Catholic president. it their last wish as well. Based on the informal conversations I have Deacon Patrick Moynihan had with these stalwarts of the Church — and I The Haitian Project president and head of have talked to a lot of them as I travel the U.S. Louverture Cleary School To send letters to us please use one of the following: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, Mail: The Observer, Email: or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of The Diocese of Rockford [email protected] 555 Colman Center Drive (Please put Letter to the Editor speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, P.O. Box 7044 in the subject line.) and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Rockford, IL 61125 Please provide your name, — The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution Fax: 815/399-6225 address, and phone number. 18 FRIDAY AUGUST 7, 2015 | The Observer

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Deaths Parish offices may forward death and wedding information using forms at http://observer.rockforddiocese.org/contact-us. AURORA—Our Lady of Good You may also request announcement postcards by calling Counsel: Charlene Walsh, 90, 815/399-4300, ext. 383. We encourage you to send the July 14; information as soon as you receive it. Thank you. DEKALB—St. Mary: Bernard W. Elsner, 85, July 17; tor for more than 60 years, died braska. She was received into DURAND/IRISH GROVE—St. July 11, 2015, at Sacred Heart the School Sisters of St. Fran- Mary/St. Patrick: James Kra- Convent here. She was 81. cis June 13, 1941, made her mar, 56, July 22; The daughter of Ralph and Mary first profession of vows June Cecilia Tossing, she was born 21, 1943, and final vows June ELIZABETH—St. Mary: Rita L Sept. 24, 1933, in Aurora. She 21, 1949. Dittmar, 91, May 25; was received into the School Beginning in 1946, Sister An- FREEPORT—St. Joseph: Sisters of St. Francis June 13, nelle ministered in Illinois and James Schuck, 87, July 20; 1950, made her first profession Wisconsin for seven decades. St. Thomas Aquinas: Clara of vows June 21, 1952, and final In the Diocese of Rockford, she Rose Faist, 91, July 23; vows June 21, 1958. served as homemaker at Holy Beginning in 1953, Sister Cross Convent in Stockton GENOA—St. Catherine of Mynette ministered in Illinois, (1954-1966). Genoa: James A. Evers, 57, Indiana, and Wisconsin. In Sister Annelle is survived by July 11; Allan E. Haberkamp, the Diocese of Rockford, she her sister, Angeline Vanek of 68, July 19; served in Aurora at St. Therese Howells, Nebraska; nieces and MCHENRY—St. Patrick: Dar- School as a teacher (1975- nephews, grand nieces and lene Wagner, 80, July 22; 1979) and as principal (1979- nephews, cousins and friends; 1982). She also taught at John and the School Sisters of St. POLO—St. Mary: Rita Imel, W. Gates public elementary Francis Community with whom 76, June l7; Juanita Lawton, school (1983-1987) in Aurora. she shared her life for 74 years. 59, July 13; Sister Mynette is survived by A wake and funeral Mass were RICHMOND—St. Joseph: her sister-in-law, Margaret Wei- held July 8, 2015, at St. Joseph Eletta “Dolly” Sias, 83, July 13; land of Aurora; many nieces, Convent here, followed by buri- ROCK FALLS—St. Andrew: nephews, cousins and friends; al at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Norbert Padilla, 85, July 17; and the School Sisters of St. Francis Community with whom ROCKFORD—Cathedral of she shared her life for 65 years. Sister Mary Ripplinger, OP St. Peter: Mary Lou Weickert, A wake and funeral Mass were ADRIAN, MICHIGAN—Sis- 83, July 26; held July 16, 2015, at St. Jo- ter Mary Ripplinger, formerly St. Anthony of Padua: James seph Convent, Milwaukee, fol- known as Sister William Chris- Maples, Jr., 56, July 18; lowed by burial at Mt. Olivet tine Ripplinger, died on July Cemetery. 22, 2015, at the Dominican Life SOUTH BELOIT—St. Peter: Center here. She was 88 years Leo Ruefer, 82, July 24; of age and in the 68th year of SPRING GROVE—St. Peter: Sister Annelle Renner, SSSF her religious profession in the Gregory Huculak, 44, July 15; MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin— Adrian Dominican Congrega- School Sister of St. Francis tion. If you or someone you know STERLING—St. Mary: Maria Daily Scripture readings Annelle Renner, who lived her Sister Mary was born in Chi- has been the victim of sexual L. Brito-Arellano, 57, July 16. are published in the Prayer religious vocation as a home- cago to Edwin and Clara (Wan- abuse by an employee or mem- Request and Scripture Reading maker for more than 50 years, gler) Ripplinger. She graduated ber of the clergy of the Rockford Calendar in The Observer in Sister Mynette Tossing, died July 1, 2015, at Sacred from Thornton Township High Diocese, report the matter to the last issue of the month, and SSSF Heart Convent here. She was School in Harvey, and received law enforcement in the county are available on line at http:// MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin— 104. a bachelor of science degree in which the conduct occurred observer.rockforddiocese.org School Sister of St. Francis The daughter of Joseph and in mathematics from Siena and then please call the hot-line by clicking on Daily Scripture Mynette Tossing, who lived her Theresa Renner, she was born Heights College (University) number: 815/293-7540. Readings for lists and podcasts. religious vocation as an educa- Sept. 13, 1910, in Aloys, Ne- in Adrian, and a master of arts The Observer | FRIDAY AUGUST 7, 2015 19

For the Record Visit the Conservatory The Observer is giving away several pairs of tickets for visits degree in education from the sure that we measure the right Weddings to the Rockford Park District’s University of Detroit in Detroit. quantities of the ingredients. Nicholas Conservatory and AURORA—Annunciation If we are to do God’s will on Sister Mary spent 57 years min- Gardens on the Rock River. It is BVM: Kelsey Bohr and Andrew earth, we must also measure istering in education in Michi- one of the park district’s newest Damato, July 3; out our stewardship. Don’t you gan, North Dakota, and Illinois. attractions. Enter with this form think a measure of tithing will Sister became a resident of the ELIZABETH—St. Mary: Dani- provided (Photo or online. Dominican Life Center in 2008. elle Marie Berlage and Josh- make a better world? She ministered in education for ua Thomas Sproule, July 13; Courtesy of Parish Publications Win a pair of Tickets to Nicholas Anna ELizabeth Wohlfeil and 40 years in Illinois. In the Rock- “Stewardship” newsletter Conservatory and Gardens. ford Diocese, she served at St. Kevin Robert McCauslin, July 18; Edward Central Catholic High Mass Meditation Fill out this form and mail it to The Observer — Conservatory, School in Elgin for 21 years. HAMPSHIRE—St. Charles PO Box 7044, Rockford, IL 61125. Mailed entries must be post- She worked as a teacher, 1965- Borromeo: Jessica A. Moquin Sunday, Aug. 9 (19th Ordi- 1968, and as a teacher, math and Bradley R. Szkrybalo, July nary): The gifts of God that marked by Aug. 20, 2015. tutor and in public relations, 11; the angel brought to Elijah – Name ______1978-1996. She also taught at DEKALB—St. Mary: Betsey food, water, rest, and encour- Address ______Newman Central Catholic High Lew Adams and Patrick John agement – were given, not School in Sterling, 1975-1978. Finnan, July 11; for his own good alone, but ______to strengthen him for service. Sister Mary is survived by one ROCK FALLS—St. Andrew: How am I using my gifts to Town, State, Zip ______brother, Charles Ripplinger of Darla Rumbolz and Joshua serve others? Wyoming, Michigan, and a sis- White, July 18; Tabitha Seidel Parish and Town ______ter, Frances Swick of Boynton and Christopher Rolerkite, Courtesy of Sharon Hueckel Email ______Beach, Florida. July 25; Phone ______A wake was held July 24 in the STERLING—St. Mary: Susan Life Moment Rose Room of the Dominican Diane Ranken and Michael You may enter online by going to http://observer.rockforddiocese. That Christ, who mul- Life Center, with reception of Edward Garcia, July 18. Pray: org/conservatory. Look for “Click here” to fill out the entry form. the body and vigil prayer fol- tiplied the loaves, may fill us lowing in St. Catherine Chapel. Stewardship Moment with active compassion for The funeral Mass was July 25, those whose rights to food, Music Director 2015, in St. Catherine Chapel. Measured giving: If we are work, and life itself are threat- Seeking PT music director, candidate must be personable, Burial was in the congregation baking a cake, mixing concrete ened. organized individual. cemetery. or producing steel, we must be Courtesy of www.priestsforlife.org Duties will include helping to plan, develop and oversee the music program at St. John Neumann Church, 2900 E. Main, St. Charles. Visit http: ̸ ̸ observer.rockforddiocese.org For more information call 630-377-2797, ext. 109 Fax resume to 630-377-2834 or

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Deacon Tony Koss (seated) and (standing, from left) Al Traeder, Jose Meza, Nestor Perez, Jesus Perez, Jr., Jesus Perez, Sr., and Lupa Ramirez pose at the esta. Working a food stand sponsored by the Spanish Eucharist Ministry and Religious Catechist Education are (from left) Jose A. Ochoa, Maria Ochoa, Luz Maria Ruiz, Rosalia Lavariega, Eva Sandoval and Joan Perez. St. Joseph Hosts Annual Fiesta The Spanish Ministry at St. Joseph Parish in Harvard held its annual esta July 19 at the Harvard Moose Pavilion. Crowds (left) enjoyed food and companionship. (Photos provided) Among esta-goers are (from left) Melecio, Argelia and Eli Gay- ton, Father Steven Clarke, pastor, Homar and Gianna Gyaton and Brother Juan Pablo.

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