50¢ July 2, 2006 Volume 80, No. 25 www.diocesefwsb.org/TODAY Serving the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend TTODAYODAY’’SS CCATHOLICATHOLIC Bishops approve new Order of Mass Through the hearts of with U.S. adaptations champions Saint Joseph’s and Notre Dame

BY JERRY FILTEAU students help out summer olympians LOS ANGELES (CNS) — In what Bishop Donald W. Trautman called “a truly important moment in liturgy Page 17 in the United States,” the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops approved a new English translation of the Order of Mass and adopted several U.S. adaptations during a national meeting June 15 in Los Angeles. New secretary of The new translation of the main constant parts of the Mass — penitential rite, Gloria, creed, eucharistic state named prayers, eucharistic acclamations, Our Father and other prayers and responses used daily — will likely Cardinal Bertone to run be introduced in about a year or two if it is approved by the Vatican, said Bishop Trautman, Vatican City a Scripture scholar who heads the Bishop D’arcy Page 3 Diocese of Erie, Pa., and is chairman offers comments of the USCCB Committee on the Liturgy. PAGE 2 He said he thought the bishops would wait until they have approved — and received Canonization and Vatican confirmation of — an entire new Roman Missal in English before implementing the new Order beatification of Mass. The text that the bishops approved included only Two saintly causes with local the main parts of the Order of Mass, the daily prayers ties make progress with which people are most familiar. The bishops still have to receive and approve other Page 4 parts of the Order of Mass, such as the prefaces, and the major portion of the Roman Missal comprising the proper prayers for each Sunday or feast throughout the CNS PHOTO/GREG TARCZYNSKI year. These are still in the early stages of translation Bishop Thomas J. Rodi of Biloxi, Miss., speaks about hurricane recovery during the U.S. and consultation among English-speaking bishops Youth conference Conference of Catholic Bishops’ spring meeting in Los Angeles June 15. At the meeting, Teens explore the fruits among other actions, the bishops approved a new English translation of the Mass. BISHOPS, PAGE 3 of the faith Dwenger breaks ground for the NEW ALTAR DEDICATED Page 12 future of Catholic education No issue next week

reality. Additional funding is still needed to Next publication July 16 BY DENNIS FECH begin construction of the classroom wing, which will add thirteen new classrooms to FORT WAYNE — Bishop John M. D’Arcy the school. The school is hopeful it will be joined Bishop Dwenger Highs School able to begin construction of this 43,000 Principal J. Fred Tone and other school and square foot academic wing in late fall of diocesan officials as the school broke this year. ground to add a 26,000 square foot fine arts The fine arts wing is expected to be com- addition to the existing building on June 13. pleted by August 2007 and The fine arts wing will house three visual See photo of with continued success in arts classrooms as well as separate vocal Bishop Dwenger fundraising efforts, the aca- and instrumental music areas. The band groundbreaking demic wing will be com- room will accommodate up to 120 students pleted around the same and the choir room 90 students. The space PAGE 4 time. will also include storage space for uni- Once expansion is com- PROVIDED BY LAURA WEAVER forms, instruments and music. There will plete, the school will be The new altar at St. Gaspar del Bufalo was also be individual practice rooms and an capable of housing up to 1,200 students. ensemble room to help accommodate the Expected enrollment for the 2006-07 school dedicated recently completing the renova- growing demand for the arts at Dwenger. year is 1,050 students. Enrollment has tions to the sanctuary. Sacristans Sharon Additional space will allow for the reloca- grown steadily over the past 15 years. tion of some office staff as well as a new Continued growth in the areas surrounding Wilsey, Rosemary Grist, Kitty Pratt and maintenance facility. Bishop Dwenger especially in the Leo- Joan Weaver wipe the holy chrism from the Dwenger has already generated nearly Cedarville area as well as Perry Township $4 million in gifts and pledges towards is have contributed to the increased demand altar after the blessing by Bishop John M. $7.75 million goal. Two pacesetter gifts of for Catholic secondary education on the D’Arcy. Pastor Matthew Josefiak and Father $1 million and $500,000 respectively have north side of Fort Wayne. helped make the first phase of expansion a Dan Durkin joined in the celebration. 2 TODAY’ S CATHOLIC JULY 2, 2006 TODAY’S CATHOLIC

Official newspaper of the Translations to be more faithful Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend P.O. Box 11169 Fort Wayne, IN 46856 to the letter and to the meaning PUBLISHER: Bishop John M. D’Arcy Because of the reason given. We are a bib- the church and we do not manipulate lical religion and that was the statement in changes. In a way, we show our own EDITOR: Tim Johnson the Bible when the Centurion said these fidelity, our own obedience and our own ASSISTANT EDITOR: Don Clemmer words to the Lord, “Lord, I am not worthy faith by accepting these emendations and STAFF WRITER: Kay Cozad that you should come under my roof, but refinements with faith, obedience and NEWS say the Word and my servant will be love. I am sure that is the way changes Editorial Department healed.” It seemed to me that it is reveren- will be received in this diocese. PAGE DESIGNER: Francie Hogan &NOTES tial to use the words spoken to the Lord. FREELANCE WRITERS: Ann Carey, So, in the criteria which have been laid down, the translations try to be more Michelle Castleman, Elmer J. Danch, BISHOP JOHN M. D’ARCY Two special days faithful to the letter and to the meaning of Michelle Donaghey, Bonnie Elberson, I was off to the little country church in the words. Also, the Latin for the tradi- Rome City on Friday afternoon. The pur- Denise Fedorow, Sr. Margie Lavonis, tional greeting, which goes back hundreds pose was the consecration of the altar; one CSC, Jennifer Ochstein,Theresa A time for calm and hundreds of years, “Dominus of the more beautiful liturgical services. Thomas, Kristi Ward There have been letters to this newspa- Vobiscum Et Cum Spiritu Tuo, the Lord Great credit must be given to Father per and phone calls filled with anxiety Be With You and With Your Spirit.” This Matthew Jozefiak, CPPS, pastor of St. Business Department because of newspaper reports at the spring is a more literal translation, more faithful Gaspar del Bufalo Parish, and his people. to the Latin text. BUSINESS MANAGER: Kathy Denice meeting of the bishops in Los Angeles, The sanctuary in this lovely country AD GRAPHICS DIRECTOR: Mark Weber relative to proposed changes in the church has been completely restored. All of it has been done by volunteers in the BOOKKEEPING/CIRCULATION: Kathy Voirol English translation of some parts of the Mass. I did not go to the meeting in Los Pastoral difficulties parish. Robert Weaver, a true craftsman, Angeles due to so many responsibilities It is also being said that this will cause made the altar, the podium, the ambo and this spring. I just could not afford the four great difficulties in parishes. But I have the other surroundings. He was assisted by Advertising Sales days away. I have always put the pastoral always found that priests and laity, with a his son, Gary, a boy scout leader, and his Carol Eifert (Fort Wayne area) care of this diocese before anything else. little catechesis, instruction and some grandson, Robert. All the Formica is gone (260) 456-2824 Bishops are called to collegiality, to be help, handle things much easier than we and everything is lovely carved wood. It Judy Kearns (South Bend area) concerned about other dioceses; and so give them credit for. was a privilege to consecrate the altar on a (574) 234-0687 these meetings do have a certain impor- For example, there was a document lovely spring night in Rome City. which came out some time ago under the Also, this was the solemnity of the Web site: www.diocesefwsb.org/TODAY tance. At the same time, I recall one of the documents on the responsibilities of the title “Redemptionis Sacramentum.” It Sacred Heart. This is a feast and a devo- Published weekly except the last bishop indicating that the best way to live involved some significant changes. The tion that has always been special to me. It Sunday in June, second and fourth out the responsibility to the wider church wine should be poured into the chalice at may go back to Our Lady of Presentation weeks in July, second week in August is for the bishop to build up his Parish, the parish church of my and last week in December by the own local church. family, now sadly closed, where Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, At any rate, I thought a few there was a novena to the 1103 S. Calhoun St., P.O. Box 390, Fort considerations on these pro- When you consider that the church Sacred Heart every Friday Wayne, IN 46801. Second-class posed changes might set the night, and I often attended. It is postage paid at Fort Wayne, IN, and matter in proper context. is 2000 years old a feast of love and it was a joy additional mailing office. When you consider that the to spend it at St. Gaspar del church is 2000 years old and Bufalo Parish, Rome City, with POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: that we had the Mass in Latin and that we had the Mass in Latin Father Matt and his people; and Today’s Catholic, P.O. Box 11169, Fort for hundreds of years, we do not also a special joy to have Father Wayne, IN 46856-1169 or e-mail: Dan Durkin, pastor of St. Mary, [email protected]. have a lot of experience with the for hundreds of years, vernacular, so it is not surpris- Avilla, with us as concelebrant. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: Domestic in ing that some adjustments are in I was off the next morning to advance, one year $20. Bundle rates order. we do not have a lot of experience a Mass for the jubilarian sisters available on request. Single copy 50¢. We are a universal church. As of the Franciscan Sisters of we read almost every day of the with the vernacular, Perpetual Adoration in MAIN OFFICE: 915 S. Clinton St., Fort deep divisions in some other Mishawaka. This is an annual Wayne, IN 46802.Telephone (260) Christian communities, we are event that I cherish. The fact 456-2824. Fax: (260) 744-1473. grateful for the Apostolic See, so it is not surprising that Jim Fitzpatrick drove me to BUREAU OFFICE: 114 W.Wayne St., South the Office of Peter. The both of these events made it Bend, IN 46601.Telephone (574) 234- Successor of Peter has the that some adjustments are in order. less tiring. I was privileged to 0687. Fax: (574) 232-8483. responsibility always toward spend some time at dinner with Christian unity. English is a lan- the sisters after Mass and hear News deadline is the Monday morn- Jim’s annual rendition of ing before publication date. guage spoken in so many coun- Advertising deadline is nine days ties all over the world. It is nec- “Danny Boy.” It was also a joy before publication date. essary to find a language, a to meet with eight young sisters translation, which is faithful to in formation. Sister Angela LETTERS POLICY: Today’s Catholic wel- the Latin, takes into account what is good the offertory. Chalices should be made of Mellady, OSF, has replaced Sister Blanche comes original, signed letters about English and, above all, preserves the theo- precious metal. The task seemed quite Rausch, OSF, as provincial superior. A issues affecting church life. Although logical meaning of the words so that a daunting. I have just visited about 40 joyful event on the feast of the great St. we cannot publish every letter we sense of mystery is retained. parishes. The proper chalices are used. John the Baptist. receive, we strive to provide a bal- The new emphasis, determined by a The wine is poured at the offertory. This anced representation of expressed document from the Holy See, which came is much more reverent. Everyone is doing opinions and a variety of reflections out a few years ago, points out the impor- it. A little patience and kindness and, Odds and ends on life in the church.We will choose above all, instruction and preparation are letters for publication based on read- tance of not losing a sense of the original Busy days as I enter the push toward Latin. It is necessary to preserve a certain all it takes. vacation. Working to clear the desk and er interest, timeliness and fairness. The most important principle is the fol- Readers may agree or disagree with sense of holiness and reverence in the approve the budget. On July 3, I will be the letter writers’ opinions. Letters words of Mass. Let me give an example. lowing. We do not make up the Mass. It is winging my way east for a delightful three must not exceed 500 words. All let- Last November at the meeting in not our possession. It belongs to the weeks at home, a few nights at Fenway ters must be signed and include a Washington, we had a straw vote on some church given to the apostles by Christ the Park, visits with family and walks along phone number and address for verifi- examples where there might be changes. night before he died. It has, of course, the Atlantic Ocean. Never more welcome. cation.We reserve the right to edit One I recall is the beautiful prayer we say evolved over the years. Yet, if you read See you all next week. letters for legal and other concerns. before holy Communion. It reads as fol- the documents of the early church, espe- lows: “Lord, I am not worthy to receive cially the description by St. Justin Martyr Mail letters to: Today’s Catholic, you, but only say the Word and I shall be in the second century, the principles are P.O. Box 11169, Fort Wayne, IN healed.” We could vote for that or the fol- the same. The reading of the word of God, 46856-1169; or e-mail: lowing translation: “Lord, I am not worthy the offering of gifts for the poor, the [email protected] that you should come under my roof, but prayers of thanksgiving, the eucharistic prayer, holy Communion and bringing the ISSN 0891-1533 say the Word and I shall be healed.” USPS 403630 I voted for the second one. Why? Eucharist to the sick. We receive it from JULY 2, 2006 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 3 Priest and deacon Seminarians organize assignments announced vocations retreat My Dear Brother Priests, he following is a revision to Garrett, to pastor of St. Joseph appointment is Aug. 4, 2006. the assignments made in the Parish, Hessen Cassel. The effec- • Deacon Anthony Steinacker, who As you may sense, there is an increased openness on the TJune 18 issue of Today’s tive date of this appointment will is scheduled to be ordained to the part of young men of good quality to consider a vocation to Catholic. The revision includes be July 6, 2006. priesthood in October, has been the priesthood. I am especially encouraged by the caliber of present assignments with the new • Father Derrick Sneyd from pas- assigned to St. Charles Borromeo students in this diocese who are enrolled either in the assignments. It also includes some tor of St. Jude Parish and St. Mary Parish, Fort Wayne. The effective Pontifical College Josephinum in Ohio or Immaculate Heart updates of effectivce dates of of the Assumption Parish, South date of this appointment was June of Mary College Seminary in Minnesota. assignements. Bend, to pastor of St. Anthony 15, 2006. When I visited the Josephinum in the early spring, some Bishop D’Arcy has announced Parish, South Bend. The effective The two deacons who have one of the seminarians offered to organize a retreat for young the following assignments: date of this appointment will be year remaining in the seminary men with the focus on vocational discernment. They told • Father Jeffery Largent from July 25, 2006. have been given summer assign- me about other dioceses where this has been successful. I administrator of St. Monica Parish, • Bishop D ‘Arcy has accepted ments. They are: encouraged them to do this. They have adapted a retreat to Mishawaka, to pastor of the same the retirement of Father Robert Yast • Deacon Bob Lengerich has been our particular situation, and I am just delighted that we will parish. The effective date of this as pastor of St. Joseph Parish, assigned to St. Mary Parish, hold the first one this summer on July 7-9 at Noll Hall at assignment was May 27, 2006. Mishawaka. The effective date of Decatur. Wawasee. • Father Babasino Femandes from this retirement will be July 24, • Deacon Jason Freiburger has This will be for young men who have graduated from administrator of Immaculate 2006. been assigned to St. Vincent de high school. I am asking each priest to consider some Conception Parish, Auburn, to pas- • Father Terry Fisher from pastor Paul Parish, Fort Wayne. young men in his parish or in his acquaintance whom you tor of the same parish. The effec- of St. Anthony de Padua Parish, Bishop D’Arcy has accepted think would profit from these days together. I am counting tive date of this assignment will be South Bend, to pastor of St. Joseph the recommendation of Father on each priest to take this request with the greatest serious- July 2, 2006. Parish, Mishawaka. The effective David Tyson, CSC, provincial of ness. Choose young men whom you believe would be good • Father Daniel Durkin from pas- date of this appointment will be the Congregation of the Holy candidates and would make good priests, good husbands or tor of St. Mary of the Assumption July 24, 2006. Cross, and has made the following fathers; young men who are approachable and of good char- Parish, Avilla, to pastor of St. • Father John Delaney from pastor assignments. acter and whom you have noticed in your parish as being of Henry Parish and Sacred Heart of St. John the Evangelist Parish, • Father Bradley J. Metz, CSC, has good quality. Parish, Fort Wayne. The effective Goshen, to pastor of St. Jude been appointed associate pastor of We hope that this will be an annual event. We want to date of this assignment will be Parish and St. Mary of the Holy Cross and St. Stanislaus get off to a good start. Simply call in the name, address and Aug. 23, 2006. Assumption Parish, South Bend. Parishes, South Bend. The effec- phone number of any young man whom you would like to • Father Joseph Gaughan from The effective date of this appoint- tive date of this appointment is recommend. The seminarians themselves would make the associate pastor of St. Vincent de ment will be July 26, 2006. July 1, 2006. next contact. It might be helpful if you also spoke to the Paul Parish, Fort Wayne, to pastor • Father Christopher Smith from • Father Robert J. Nogosek, CSC, young man and indicate that you have sent in his name. of Precious Blood Parish, Fort associate pastor of St. Charles has been appointed associate pas- Our seminarians have prepared an excellent program Wayne. The effective date of this Borromeo Parish, Fort Wayne, to tor of St. Adalbert and St. Casimir with time for private prayer, communal prayer and discus- appointment will be July 11, 2006. pastor of St. John the Evangelist Parishes, South Bend. The effec- sion, and time for recreation and relaxation. I have enclosed • Father John Cramer from associ- Parish, Goshen. The effective date tive date of this appointment is a copy of what our students have prepared. ate pastor of St. Matthew of this appointment will be July July 1, 2006. This is the first of a number of new initiatives that we Cathedral, South Bend, to associ- 27, 2006. • Father Andrew M. Sebesta, CSC, intend to implement before, during and after our jubilee ate pastor of St. Vincent de Paul • Father Edward Erpelding from has been appointed associate pas- year. I am especially delighted that this has come from our Parish, Fort Wayne. The effective pastor of St. Joseph Parish, Hessen tor of Sacred Heart Parish, Notre candidates. Let us all work together on this splendid effort. date of this assignment will be Cassel, to pastor of St. Mary Dame. The effective date of this Sincerely yours in our Lord, July 19, 2006. Parish, Avilla. The effective date appointment is July 1, 2006. • Father Thaddeus Uwakwe has of this appointment will be Aug. • Deacon Gregory Haake, CSC, after been appointed administrator of St. 24, 2006. ordination on Aug. 27, has been Joseph Parish, Garrett. The effec- • Msgr. William Lester, PA, from appointed deacon at Holy Cross tive date of this appointment will administrator of Precious Blood and St. Stanislaus Parishes, South be July 6, 2006. Parish, Fort Wayne, to administra- Bend. The effective date of this Most Reverend John M. D’Arcy • Father Thomas Lombardi from tor of St. Therese Parish, Fort appointment will be Aug. 27, pastor of St. Joseph Parish, Wayne. The effective date of this 2006. Cardinal Bertone named to state; foreign minister to run Vatican City

BY CAROL GLATZ preparation and publication of Internationally, though, Cardinal That document was published in papal documents, and supervising Bertone is best known for his work November. the work of Vatican nuncios both in the doctrinal congregation. Pope John Paul named Cardinal VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope in their relations with the Catholic As secretary of the congrega- Sodano secretary of state in late Benedict XVI reached outside the communities in individual coun- tion from 1995 to 2002, he helped 1990; he had been the Vatican’s Vatican diplomatic corps and tries and with their governments. work out details of norms foreign minister, heading the appointed Italian Cardinal Tarcisio In choosing Cardinal Bertone, a employed in U.S. dioceses in cases Secretariat of State’s section for Bertone of Genoa as his new sec- Salesian, the pope chose a man of sexual abuse by priests. relations with states. He had retary of state. with whom he already had a In 2000, he coordinated the already spent three decades in the The Vatican’s June 22 proven working relationship as publication of the third secret of Vatican’s diplomatic service, main- announcement said Cardinal well as a prelate with pastoral Fatima, a symbolic prophecy of ly in Latin America. Bertone, 71, will succeed Cardinal experience in a diocese, expertise the church’s 20th-century struggles Cardinal Bertone, former arch- Angelo Sodano, 78, on Sept. 15 as an educator and with a reputa- with evil political systems and its bishop of Vercelli, Italy, holds a when the pope will hold a special tion of being energetic and prag- ultimate triumph. The pope had doctorate in church law. He spent audience with the staff of the matic. sent him to Portugal to review the more than two decades at the Secretariat of State to publicly While his diplomatic experi- Vatican’s interpretation with Pontifical Salesian University in thank Cardinal Sodano for his 15 ence has been limited, as archbish- Carmelite Sister Lucia dos Santos, Rome, serving at different periods years “of generous service to the op of Genoa he has traveled wide- then the only surviving Fatima as university rector, dean of the Holy See.” ly, including a trip to Cuba last visionary. canon law faculty, theology stu- Also June 22, the Vatican CARDINAL TARCISIO BERTONE October. When Sister Lucia died in dent director and professor of announced that Pope Benedict has Cardinal Bertone, who went to February 2005, Pope John Paul II moral theology. accepted the resignation of 78- then-Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, the Caribbean country with two asked Cardinal Bertone to preside He participated in the final year-old U.S. Cardinal Edmund C. now Pope Benedict. Genoa priests about to begin work at her funeral in his name. stages of the revisions of the Code Szoka as president of the commis- While Cardinal Sodano and as missionaries in Cuba, met pri- In 2002, the cardinal helped of Canon Law, released in 1983, sion governing Vatican City State. many of his predecessors were vately with President Fidel Castro. guide Zambian Archbishop and was editor of the Italian trans- However, the Vatican said, the trained and served in the Vatican “Castro asked me to transmit an Emmanuel Milingo back into com- lation of the code. pope also asked Cardinal Szoka to diplomatic corps, the job of secre- invitation to visit Cuba to Pope munion with the church, following Tarcisio Bertone was born Dec. remain until Sept. 15, when he will tary of state involves more than Benedict, who he said inspires in Archbishop Milingo’s brief mar- 2, 1934, in Romano Canavese, a be succeeded by 71-year-old overseeing Vatican relations with him friendship and trust,” Cardinal riage to a Korean follower of the town near Turin. He entered the Archbishop Giovanni Lajolo, cur- other countries. Bertone told the Italian Catholic Rev. Sun Myung Moon. Salesians in 1950 and was rently the Vatican’s foreign minis- The secretary of state is the newspaper Avvenire after the trip. At the doctrinal congregation, ordained a priest 10 years later. ter. pope’s closest collaborator, coordi- The cardinal said Castro paid Cardinal Bertone also worked on Named to head the Genoa Before going to Genoa in 2002, nating the work of the entire tribute to the church’s social service early drafts of an education con- Archdiocese in December 2002, he the cardinal spent seven years as Roman Curia, overseeing the oper- efforts, saying that when it comes to gregation document that said took office there the following secretary of the Congregation for ation of the Vatican press office working among the poor and needy homosexual men should not be February and was made a cardinal the Doctrine of the Faith under and newspaper, coordinating the “the church is ahead of all of us.” accepted as seminary candidates. in October 2003. 4 TODAY’ S CATHOLIC JULY 2, 2006 Sisters of St. Francis celebrate jubilees with Bishop D’Arcy

Clergy and others also present of Jesus Christ for us,” noted BY MICHELLE DONAGHEY for the celebration included Father Bishop D’Arcy. Dan Garland of St. Lawrence in Belief must always be strong SOUTH BEND — “Today we Lafayette, Father Greg Holicky, and present as “one does not give thanks to God for them who chaplain St. Margaret Mercy always feel the closeness. But have sacrificed their lives for the Hospital, Hammond, Father belief strengthens us. When God sanctification of the church,” said Michael Heintz, St. Matthew feels distant and when projects are Bishop John M. D’Arcy to those Cathedral, South Bend, and Father overwhelming” that belief needs to present at the jubilee Mass cele- Henry Whelan, Conventual stay strong, he noted. bration held for the Sisters of St. Franciscans and nine Conventual Christ’s love is always there no Francis of Perpetual Adoration on novices. matter what trials we experience. Saturday, June 24. Bishop D’Arcy said the jubilee “He loves us as a man loves — a Six sisters celebrated their celebration helps remind everyone human love,” said Bishop D’Arcy jubilees including four who had of the “intimacy Christ seeks in who also noted that his love is also their 60th anniversaries — Sister everyone who seeks his will. It “infinite and everlasting.” M. George Ann Fronick, Sister M. gives us a moment to ponder the “God is always loving, always Cecilia Gotfredson, Sister M. holiness of consecrated life, which forgiving. If we can look to that as Doris Ann France and Sister strengthens the holiness of the the heart of God, we can find Robertann Lanthrop. Entrance date whole church,” a reminder of the love,” said Bishop D’Arcy. for these sisters was August 12, intimacy “that everyone is called Those who enter religious life MICHELLE DONAGHEY 1946. Sister M. Arlene at baptism.” “continue to say ‘Yes’ to Jesus Celebrating their jubilees, the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Gonsiorowski celebrated her gold- Pope Benedict wrote, in his Christ, giving up something beau- Adoration stood with Bishop John M. D’Arcy, far right, and Sister M. en jubilee of 50 years. Her first encyclical,“the call of every tiful for even something more Angela Mellady, far left front, before the Mass on June 24. Standing in entrance date was Aug. 12, 1956. person to a relationship, a love beautiful,” he added. front, from left, were Sister M. Paula Skelly, silver jubilee, Sister Arlene Sister M. Elise Kriss celebrated with Jesus Christ,” Bishop D’Arcy “We give thanks to these sisters her 40th anniversary. Her entrance said, and added, St. John also making their presence for hun- Gonsiorowski, golden jubilee, Sister M. Elise Kriss, 40th anniversary, and date was Aug. 12, 1966. Sister M. believed that everyone should dreds of years” and for all reli- Sister Doris Ann France, 60th anniversary. Standing behind them was Paula Skelly celebrated a 25th come to love Jesus “as someone gious “who have been a blessing Sister M. Robertann Lanthrop, 60th anniversary along with Sister Cecilia anniversary. Her entrance date was loves a friend and to believe in that to this diocese,” said Bishop Godfredson and Sister George Ann Fronick, both 60th anniversary jubi- Aug. 10, 1981. love. It’s a life of faith in the love D’Arcy. larians. BISHOP DWENGER HIGH SCHOOL BREAKS GROUND Consistory to discuss Mother Theodore Guerin canonization ceremony Father Moreau beatification likely next year

SAINT MARY-OF-THE- “We are very grateful to the WOODS, NOTRE DAME — Holy Father and Vatican officials The Vatican has announced that for moving forward with Mother the next consistory, a meeting Theodore’s canonization,” said between the pope and cardinals General Superior Sister Ann in Rome during which significant Margaret O’Hara. “We are hope- papal matters are considered, is ful that the ceremony will occur scheduled for Saturday, July 1. near her feast day (Oct. 3) or near The date for the canonization our Foundation Day (Oct. 22). ceremony for Blessed Mother Sister Ann Margaret said once Theodore Guerin, foundress of the date for the canonization cer- the Sisters of Providence of Saint emony at the Vatican is estab- Mary-of-the-Woods, will be set at lished, information will be made that time. public about travel opportunities Mother Theodore was beati- to join the celebration. An identi- fied in October, 1998, and in cal ceremony will take place at April of this year, Pope Benedict Saint Mary-of-the-Woods on the XVI signed a decree acknowl- same day as the canonization. edging a second miracle healing According to a recent attributed to her intercession announcement by the through prayer. She founded the Congregation of Holy Cross, its DENNIS FECH Sisters of Providence in 1840. euphoniously named founder, Pictured at the Bishop Dwenger High School groundbreaking are Phil Laux, president She died in 1856. Basile Antoine Marie Moreau, is Sister Ann Margaret O’Hara, likely to be beatified next year. Fort Wayne Chamber of Commerce; Melanie Bush, Miss Fort Wayne; Mike Dahm, Jack general superior; Sister Denise This news is of particular interest Krouse, Dee Dee Dahm, Fred Tone, Bishop John M. D’Arcy and Tom Niezer. Jack Krouse Wilkinson, vicar; and Sister to the University of Notre Dame, Marie Kevin Tighe, vice postula- which was born as a project of and his wife Cathy are co-chairs of the campaign. Mike and Dee Dee Dahm are two of tor for Mother Theodore’s cause the Holy Cross order in 1842 and the honorary campaign chairs along with Jim and Margaret Shields who were unable to were invited to attend. Sister continues to rely on Moreau’s Marie Kevin and Sister Mary followers for its administration, attend the ceremony. Tom Niezer is president of the school board. Ann Phelan, associate promoter inspiration and communion in the of Mother Theodore’s cause, will Catholic Church. be in attendance at the Consistory.

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English-speaking world over two significantly different approaches Bishops adopt new Mass to modern-language translations of BISHOPS the “Missale Romanum,” the stan- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 dard Latin-language version of the texts, study reorganization Roman Missal used throughout almost all of the Western or Latin- BY JERRY FILTEAU around the world. rite church. When the new translation of the The translation version that texts the bishops adopted in Los U.S., Canadian and other English- LOS ANGELES (CNS) — Angeles takes effect, with possible speaking Catholics around the Meeting June 15-17 in Los Vatican modifications, U.S. world have been using since the Angeles, the U.S. Catholic bishops Catholics will find that many of the early 1970s was based on Vatican approved a new translation of the familiar prayers and responses they rules issued shortly after the Order of Mass and studied a pro- have been using at Mass for the Second Vatican Council that posal to downsize the committee past 35 years or so will be changed. encouraged relatively free transla- structure, and eventually the After approving more than 60 tions emphasizing adaptation to staffing, of the U.S. Conference of amendments to the universal forms of expression in the receiv- Catholic Bishops. English translation of the Latin ing language when the grammar or They approved an extension of Order of Mass proposed by the syntax of the original language is the annual national collection for International Commission on different — what linguists call retired religious until 2017. English in the Liturgy, the bishops dynamic equivalence translations. They approved a 2007 assess- approved the revised version by a In 2001 the Vatican issued new ment on dioceses, equal to the vote of 173-29. They then rules requiring liturgical transla- 2006 assessment, to help fund approved a set of American adapta- tions to follow the original Latin USCCB operations. tions — alternate prayers or ritual more strictly and completely — a The bishops agreed to a propos- CNS PHOTO/GREG TARCZYNSKI Bishops offer each other the sign of peace during Mass at the Cathedral instructions not contained in the more literal translation approach al that their Committee on original Latin version — by a vote of Our Lady of the Angels in Los Angeles June 16. The U.S. Conference of called formal equivalence — and Stewardship draft brochures on of 184-8. the resulting new translation stewardship for teenagers, one in Catholic Bishops concluded its spring meeting after approving the new Although only about 80 percent adheres far more closely to the nor- English and a separate one in Order of Mass in English and discussing the reorganization of the con- of the 254 Latin-rite bishops in the mative Latin text issued by the Spanish adapted to differences in ference. country were at the Los Angeles Vatican. the relationship many Hispanic meeting, the votes of members in In an address to the bishops youths have with the church. morally unacceptable and must be attendance were more than enough before they debated and voted on During their public sessions the changed.” Catholics and politics to meet the two-thirds majority the new text and American adapta- Cardinal Theodore E. first morning and afternoon, they (170) of all the nation’s Latin bish- tions, Bishop Arthur Roche of McCarrick, recently retired but heard a brief report on the work of ops that was required to pass litur- Leeds, England, president of the English translation of still apostolic administrator of the CRS and lengthier reports on post- gical decisions. International Commission on Washington Archdiocese, deliv- hurricane relief in the South; the the Order of Mass Some of the changes people will English in the Liturgy, argued that ered to the bishops the final report relationship of Catholic bishops see when the new version eventual- the dynamic equivalence approach For Catholics in the pew, the of his Task Force on Catholic and Catholic politicians; and the ly takes effect will be: has come under increasing criti- most important event of the meet- Bishops and Catholic Politicians. rationale behind new Vatican rules • Whenever the priest says “The cism from linguists in recent years ing was the debate and vote on a He announced that through the for translating Latin liturgical texts Lord be with you,” the people will and said that the more literal trans- new English translation of the task force’s work, the USCCB, into modern languages. respond “And with your spirit.” lations in many places will restore Order of Mass — the exchanges with Vatican approval, recently The current response is “And also scriptural references that disap- between priest and people and the published “the first comprehensive with you.” peared or were less evident in the Vocations prayers such as the penitential rite, book of ‘Readings on Catholics • In the first form of the peniten- earlier liturgy translations into Gloria, creed, eucharistic prayers and Political Life,’” copies of They viewed a new 18-minute tial rite, the people will confess that English done in the dynamic equiv- and Lord’s Prayer that are used reg- which were being sent to every DVD on priests and priestly voca- “I have sinned greatly ... through alence style. ularly in daily or Sunday Masses. Catholic in Congress. tions, titled “Fishers of Men.” It my fault, through my fault, through ICEL, a commission composed The bishops approved the He closed his report with a was produced nationally but can my most grievous fault.” In the cur- of representatives of 11 of the main Order of Mass by a vote of 173- warning to the bishops not to let be adapted for local use by insert- rent version, that part of the prayer English-speaking bishops’ confer- 29. They also adopted some “the intense polarization and bitter ing contact information for local is much shorter: “I have sinned ences in the world, oversees com- American adaptations, mainly battles of partisan politics” seep vocation offices and vocation through my own fault.” mon English translations of Latin extra prayers not found in the from the secular world of politics directors. • The Nicene Creed will begin liturgical texts to be presented to Latin edition of the Roman Missal, into the inner life of the church. by a vote of 184-8. “I believe” instead of “We believe” the bishops’ conferences for their New papal nuncio, — a translation of the Latin text Hurricane recovery approval. The bishops’ conferences immigration Bishops’ committees instead of the original Greek text. are free to accept or amend the Recently retired Archbishop During the offertory prayers, the ICEL texts or to create their own Archbishop Pietro Sambi, new and other discussions Joseph A. Fiorenza of Galveston- priest will pray that “the sacrifice translations, but whatever text a papal nuncio to the United States, Houston, chairman of the bishops’ which is mine and yours will be bishops’ conference adopts, it must addressed the gathered bishops for For their own future as a bish- acceptable” instead of the current ultimately meet Vatican approval ops’ conference, the most impor- Task Force on Hurricane the first time. During the private Recovery, reported that Catholics prayer that “our sacrifice will be before it can be issued for liturgical portion of their meeting they also tant thing the bishops did in Los acceptable.” use in that country. Angeles was discuss a proposal for made massive donations of heard a report from Cardinal Jaime humanitarian aid for victims of Before the preface, when the Bishop Trautman told journal- Ortega Alamino of Havana. restructuring that would dramati- priest says “Let us give thanks to ists after the bishops’ vote that cally reduce the number of com- hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The day before the meeting But the Catholic Church in the the Lord our God,” instead of say- when the new Mass text is eventu- several leading officials of the mittees of the USCCB. Under the ing “It is right to give him thanks ally made official in the United proposal, the current 35 standing areas hit by the storms — particu- USCCB held a press conference larly the New Orleans Archdiocese and praise,” the people will States “I believe it will affect the urging comprehensive, humanitari- committees and 16 ad hoc com- respond “It is right and just.” liturgical life of every Catholic.” mittees would be merged into a and the Diocese of Biloxi, Miss. an reform of U.S. immigration law, — suffered such catastrophic prop- • The Sanctus will start “Holy, He predicted that the bishops an issue currently being hotly con- total of 14 new committees. Holy, Holy is the Lord God of will treat the occasion as “a major National collections, for exam- erty damage that they still face tested in Congress. serious needs, he said. hosts.” The current version says catechetical moment” to try to edu- The next day, at the start of the ple, each currently have their own “Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of cate Catholics about the changes committee. One Committee on He suggested that in future col- meeting, the USCCB president, lection campaigns for such major power and might.” and to seek ways to get Catholics to Bishop William S. Skylstad of National Collections would replace The bishops’ actions June 15, understand and accept the changes eight current committees if the disasters, care should be taken to Spokane, Wash., issued a state- define more carefully the charita- the first day of their three-day in a constructive way that helps ment on immigration reform with proposal is approved. spring meeting at the Millennium them deepen their appreciation of The national retirement collec- ble purposes for which the aid can the endorsement of the bishops. be used. Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, the liturgy. In it he said the current immi- tion for religious would have capped years of debate within the gration system “is seriously expired in 2007 if the bishops did U.S. church and other parts of the flawed” and “the status quo is not extend it another 10 years.

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councils for Interreligious Dialogue First U.S. Catholic-Sikh and for Culture. “The Catechism of dialogue held the Catholic Church, the church itself and the pope reaffirm that WASHINGTON (CNS) — The every person is a creature of God first national Catholic-Sikh reli- and that no one but the creator can gious dialogue took place in New EWS RIEFS N B claim to be the lord of the life and York May 20. Representatives of death of another,” the cardinal said the World Sikh Council-America June 21 in an interview with the Region and the U.S. Conference of BISHOP WUERL IS ACCOMPANIED MOMENTS BEFORE Italian news agency ANSA. “Every Catholic Bishops discussed shared creature, even the most wretched, concerns such as secularism in BEING INSTALLED AS ARCHBISHOP was created in the image and like- America and problems facing ness of God,” the French cardinal immigrants during the landmark said. “God is the master of life and daylong meeting at the Church death.” The cardinal made his com- Center at the United Nations. ments after Avvenire, the Italian Religions for Peace-USA hosted bishops’ daily newspaper, pub- the meeting. Sikhism, or Sikhi, was lished an editorial June 20 calling founded in northern India about for the life imprisonment and not 1500 by the guru Nanak. A the execution of Saddam and his monotheistic religion that rejects co-defendants, who are on trial in idolatry and the Indian caste sys- Iraq. tem, it has 25 million adherents — mostly in Asia, but including about 600,000 in North America. In open- Patients said to offer ing remarks Manohar Singh, the stem-cell solution ‘we chairman of the Sikh council and leader of the Sikh delegation, said: can all live with’ “The universal message of Sikhi respects pluralism and we welcome WASHINGTON (CNS) — As the our Catholic friends with open U.S. Senate prepared to consider arms. This dialogue is an opportu- competing proposals on the fund- nity for our communities to begin a ing of stem-cell research, a repre- conversation at the highest level on sentative of the U.S. bishops’ pro- life office said the presence of four how we may be able to work with CNS PHOTO/PAUL HARING each other in trust and friendship to people on Capitol Hill showed that make this world a more peaceful Archbishop Pietro Sambi, apostolic nuncio to the United States, left, and Cardinal “there are solutions we can all live and just place for all.” with.” Deirdre McQuade, director Theodore E. McCarrick, retired archbishop of Washington, right, accompany Archbishop of planning and information in the Donald W. Wuerl to the bishop’s chair for his installation as archbishop of Washington bishops’ Secretariat for Pro-Life Pope tells Filipino Activities, participated in a June 20 during a Mass at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in press conference organized by Sen. president ‘well done’ for Washington June 22. Sam Brownback, R-Kan., and fea- outlawing death turing four patients who have been Spanish martyrs, an Italian martyr Constantinople, churches (that are) treated successfully for a variety of penalty Cardinal, British prime killed in Africa, seven founders of truly sisters,” Pope Benedict said. illnesses with adult stem cells or religious orders, three women reli- Before a crowd of more than those from umbilical-cord blood. VATICAN CITY (CNS) — “Well minister discuss gious, and two 19th-century 35,000 pilgrims in St. Peter’s The four were Jackie Rabon of done,” Pope Benedict XVI told abortion debate laypeople. The Vatican published Square, the pope continued a series Waverly, Ill., a paraplegic who Philippine President Gloria decrees the pope promulgated June of talks on the apostles by turning received a successful treatment Macapagal-Arroyo as she handed LONDON (CNS) — Cardinal 26 in the presence of Cardinal Jose to St. Andrew, patron saint of the with adult stem cells; Ryan him a copy of the law she recently Keith O’Brien of St. Andrews and Saraiva Martins, head of the Ecumenical Orthodox Patriarchate Schneider of Chicago, who signed outlawing the death penalty Edinburgh, Scotland, has told Congregation for Saints’ Causes. of Constantinople. received a cord-blood treatment for in the Philippines. At the end of a British Prime Minster Tony Blair The pope advanced the cause of cerebral palsy; Abby Pell of the June 26 meeting with the pope, that the time had come for a public 149 Spanish martyrs, mostly men Washington area, who was treated Arroyo gave the pope a statue of and parliamentary debate about religious, killed during the coun- Although his main job with her own cord blood for brain Our Lady of Guidance and a copy abortion, said the cardinal’s try’s 1936-1939 civil war. The damage she suffered at birth; and of the law in a leather case, telling spokesman. Blair responded to the will end, U.S. cardinal to Vatican also published a decree rec- David Foege of Naples, Fla., who him, “These are two expressions of cardinal by admitting there were ognizing the martyrdom of the remain at Vatican was successfully treated for heart the faith of the Filipino people.” new grounds to reopen the 1967 Italian missionary of the Servants failure with adult stem cells. After the pope gave her some Abortion Act, including “some of the Poor, Father Francesco VATICAN CITY (CNS) — When medals, she spent a couple of troubling issues” surrounding the Spoto. Born in 1924, the mission- U.S. Cardinal Edmund C. Szoka moments digging in her purse age that babies could survive inde- ary priest went to serve in the retires as president of the commis- Conference: Priest before pulling out her rosary and pendently outside the mother’s Democratic Republic of Congo sion governing Vatican City State asking Pope Benedict to bless it. womb, the spokesman, Peter facing east at Mass despite the risk of impending polit- in September, he will be moving Earlier June 26 in Manila, Kearney, told Catholic News ical upheaval at the start of the out of his apartment at the Vatican won’t ensure focus on Philippines, members of the oppo- Service June 19. However, the 1960s. He was wounded and later governor’s palace — but to another sition parties filed an impeachment prime minister, who has voted in died in 1964 during the civil war in apartment inside the 109-acre city Jesus complaint against Arroyo in the favor of abortion throughout his what was then called Belgian state. Pope Benedict XVI House of Representatives, alleging career, stopped short of giving any VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Having Congo. announced June 22 that he accepted that she has condoned political promises to the cardinal, Kearney Cardinal Szoka’s resignation, but the priest face east, usually away killings and violated the constitu- added. Under the act, abortion is asked him to remain on the job until from the people, when celebrating tion to silence dissent. She and her permitted with the consent of two Catholic, Orthodox have Sept. 15 when Archbishop Mass is not a magic way to ensure supporters deny the charges. doctors up to the 24th week of Giovanni Lajolo, the Vatican’s for- that both the priest and the congre- pregnancy, the limit at which a a relationship as sister eign minister, would take the helm. gation focus on Jesus, said partici- fetus was said to be able to survive churches, says pope While Cardinal Szoka said he pants at a conference in northern Vatican confirms papal if born. Abortion up to birth is per- someday might spend part of the Italy. Enzo Bianchi, prior of the trip to Germany mitted for babies with serious hand- VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Just as year in Rome and part of the year in Bose ecumenical community and icaps. A study of premature babies Sts. Peter and Andrew were broth- Detroit, where he served as arch- host of the conference, summarized VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The conducted last year by the ers, the Catholic and Orthodox bishop, he will stay at the Vatican the discussion in the June 14 edi- Vatican officially has confirmed University College Hospital, churches have a special relationship for at least another year. The cardi- tion of L’Osservatore Romano, the that Pope Benedict XVI’s fourth London, found that most born at 23 as true sister churches, Pope nal said, “I am a member of five Vatican newspaper. The conference foreign trip will be a Sept. 9-14 visit or 24 weeks gestation survived. Benedict XVI said. After Christ’s different Vatican congregations, brought together Catholic liturgists, to Germany. The brief announce- Figures also revealed that about 50 death and resurrection, St. Peter left some of which meet every month.” theologians and church architects ment June 24 said the pope will babies each year survive botched Jerusalem for Rome in order to from Europe, North and South visit Munich, Altotting and abortions in Great Britain. carry out the universal mission America and liturgical experts from Regensburg, all in the Bavarian Jesus entrusted to him, the pope No one should be put to Orthodox, Anglican and Protestant region where he was born. He said during his June 14 weekly gen- death, not even churches. The theme “Liturgical served as archbishop of Munich Vatican publishes eral audience. St. Andrew, fluent in Space and Its Orientation” was cho- from 1977 to 1981, when Pope decrees advancing more Greek, went to the Greek world, he Saddam, says Vatican sen because of renewed research John Paul II named him prefect of said, and became the “apostle of the and debate about the placement of the Congregation for the Doctrine than 150 sainthood Greeks.” The Gospels show that in official the altar in churches and the direc- tion the priest and people face. of the Faith. Earlier he taught theol- their life and death, Sts. Peter and VATICAN CITY (CNS) — No one causes Bianchi said participants agreed ogy at Regensburg University. His Andrew were “true brothers” and should be put to death, not even for- that something must be done to parents are buried in Regensburg, VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope that their brotherhood is expressed mer Iraqi President Saddam help celebrants and congregations and his brother, Msgr. Georg Benedict XVI has advanced the “symbolically in the special rapport Hussein, said Cardinal Paul focus more firmly on Jesus. Ratzinger, still lives in the city. sainthood causes of scores of between the sees of Rome and Poupard, president of the pontifical JULY 2, 2006 TODAY’ S CATHOLIC 7

Museum is the Images of Struggle JustFaith and Oppression in the Art of the Taller de Grafica Popular in the Scholz Family Works on Paper founder to Gallery. This exhibit, which runs through July 16, features the works present AROUND THE DIOCESE of a group of Mexican printmakers of the 1930s and ‘40s who workshop expressed a need for social and political reform for the Mexican SOUTH BEND — Jack Jezreel, the oppressed. founder and director of the TANZANIAN PRIEST VISITS FRIENDS IN THE DIOCESE JustFaith process, will be in South Bend on Saturday, July 29, offering St. Anthony students win his introductory workshop at Christ Indiana History Day the King Parish from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. awards The introductory workshop and SOUTH BEND — Thirty students presentation will reflect on the min- from St. Anthony de Padua School istries of Moses and Jesus and our recently participated in the Indiana call to discipleship. History Day competition held in JustFaith, an intensive and suc- Indianapolis. Four thousand stu- cessful model of justice education dents in grades four through 12 and formation, has had dramatic took part in the project statewide. results in over 250 parishes across The seventh grade winners from the country. JustFaith is an eight- St. Anthony were: Brian VerVaet — month program that involves par- historical paper runner up, ticipants in a panorama of learning Christian Mihigo and Ben Resnik experiences that form a context for — group exhibit runner up, Dana personal transformation and com- Lind — individual performance mitments to justice and parish runner up, Emily Madigan and social ministry. JustFaith has part- Emily Voorde — group documen- nered with by Catholic Charities tary finalist, Anthony Lupresto and USA, Catholic Relief Services and Brandon Thorpe — Benjamin the Catholic Campaign for Human Harrison presidential award, and Development. For more informa- Evan Merryman — Junior Division tion on JustFaith visit Outstanding State Entry. www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/just- Fifth grade winners from St. faith. Anthony were: Lauren Gray — his- Jezreel makes deep connections torical paper finalist, Gabriella with Scripture, social justice and DON CLEMMER Schulte and Theresa Taylor — the mission of the entire church. group exhibit runner up, Claire He recently received the Rev. Father Gabriel Msuya of the Apostolic Life Community of Priests in Tanzania stands with Griffith — individual exhibit final- Harry Fagan Award from the Patty Becker, St. Vincent de Paul parishioner and Redeemer Radio personality, during his ist, Rachel Hoffman — individual national Roundtable. documentary finalist, A.J. Smith — The workshop is sponsored by visit to Fort Wayne in June. Father Msuya’s community has been aided by the contribu- individual performance finalist. Christ the King, Little Flower tions of International Seminarian Support, a program started by Becker and her husband Other participants were Alden Parishes in South Bend and Sacred Fisher, Molly Hoover, Sierra Heart Parish in Notre Dame. John when they lived in the Archdiocese of Portland. McDonald, Alex Namwali, Aaron Registration for the workshop Pozivilko, Clayton Sibilla and Tyler are due by July 26. Christ the King Wiley. will host the event in the lower home in less than a week. duties on June 19. of South Bend. The festival will be level of the church, 52473 State “In the wake of unprecedented Sister Nora Hahn, provincial of held Friday, July 14, and Saturday, Road 933, South Bend. Cost is $20 hurricane destruction throughout the Poor Handmaids of Jesus July 15. Bishop Luers students per person. For information or to the Gulf Coast, the calls for help Christ, said, “Mr. Mueller comes to Friday night is Adult Night fea- collect funds for Heifer register, contact Dianne Reardon at continue to pour in, and the Notre us with a wealth of experience in turing a hog roast dinner, casino (574) 272-3113 or e-mail at dian- Dame family has responded most long term care. His own personal games, music, food and refresh- International project [email protected] or Chris Miller generously,” said Sean O’Brien, values fit very well with our values ments. Festivities run from 5:30 to director of Alumni Community of dignity of the person, communi- 11:30 p.m. FORT WAYNE — What began as at (574) 631-7508 or e-mail at an Advent activity for two Bishop [email protected]. Service. “The Hammerin’ Irish” ty, openness to the spirit and sim- Saturday is family day. Games Blitz Build offers another opportu- plicity. Some of our coworkers at and amusement rides begin at Luers High School students nity to restore hope and rebuild the Catherine Kasper Home have 12:30 p.m. Casino games will run became a challenge that would end ‘Hammerin’ Irish’ Habitat lives for those who have lost every- worked with him in other facilities from 3 to 11:30 p.m. Live entertain- just as they had hoped. After being Blitz Build to benefit thing.” and praise his calmness and fair- ment featuring “Art and the disappointed in the results that Established in 1998, the ness in difficult situations. We wel- Artichokes” gets underway at 7 came from passing a hat and col- Katrina family “Hammerin’ Irish” program has come him as the new executive p.m. lecting $210, seniors Mindy resulted in the construction of eight director.” Raffle tickets are currently on Marcum and Monica Sweigart NOTRE DAME — The University wanted to try and collect enough of Notre Dame Alumni new Habitat homes in South Bend. Mueller’s extensive healthcare sale. The grand prize winner will background includes: administra- receive a Ford Mustang or a cash money to get an “ark” from Heifer Association’s ninth annual International. “Hammerin’ Irish” Habitat Blitz Christopher Mueller tor, Cardinal Healthcare, Inc; option. administrator, Meridian, Inc.; St. Jude Catholic Church is Heifer International is an organ- Build took place June 19 to 23 in ization that began over 60 years ago Shreveport, La., marking the first named executive director regional operations director, located one half mile south of the Cardinal Group; administrator, U.S. 20 bypass and one block east after WWII when a soldier sta- time the program has taken on a of Catherine Kasper Life tioned in Italy helping to feed the project outside of South Bend. Lifecare Centers of Fort Wayne and of U.S. 31 South. Center most recently vice president of For more information, call the poor returned to America and Fifty Notre Dame alumni volun- decided that he wanted to continue teers from 15 states participated in DONALDSON operations/co-owner of Living St. Jude Parish Festival committee Legacy and Associates, Inc. chairpersons, Brian and Theresa to help the poor, so he sent a cow to “Building on Higher Ground,” a — Christopher Italy. This was the beginning of 100-unit housing project for dis- Mueller has A graduate of Indiana Wynen at (574) 291-2446 or the University and a 25-year member parish office at (574) 291-0570. what became Heifer International. placed Hurricane Katrina victims. been appointed Today Heifer International contin- The Alumni Association partnered executive direc- of the American College of Healthcare Administrators, Mueller ues the tradition of sending animals with Millard Fuller, founder of tor of Catherine Masterful Prints show to different parts of the world in the Habitat for Humanity and current Kasper Life has achieved distinction as a certi- fied administrator with a fellow opens at the Snite fight against hunger. president of the Fuller Center for Center, (CKLC) Mindy and Monica decided to Housing, to construct a new home classification. a not-for-profit CHRISTOPHER Museum of Art continue collecting money until the in fewer than five days. corporation Mueller said, “It is an honor and MUELLER NOTRE DAME — The Masterful end of the school year and they “Building on Higher Ground” sponsored by a privilege to provide quality care at Prints from the Permanent included all the students at Bishop was established last year as a part- the Poor Catherine Kasper Life Center. I’m Collection will run June 25-July 30 Luers in their pursuit of an “ark.” nership between the Fuller Center Handmaids of Jesus Christ. CKLC, looking forward to the unique chal- at the Milly and Fritz Kaeser An ark is two camels, two heifers, and Shreveport-Bossier a health care continuum comprised lenges that this ministry provides.” Mestrovic Studio Gallery at the two pigs, two goats, two sheep, two Community Renewal to provide of Catherine Kasper Home, an 81- Snite Museum of Art at the flocks of chicks, etc. totaling permanent homes for evacuees bed licensed long-term care facility St. Jude hosts 20th University of Notre Dame. This enough animals to send to 30 fami- from the hurricanes that devastated and Maria Center, a 28 apartment annual parish festival exhibition of some 25 prints high- lies. The cost of an ark is $5,000, the Gulf Coast. The Notre Dame complex for independent living, is lights recent acquisitions by cele- and all the students had collected so alumni will represent the project’s operated in accordance with the SOUTH BEND — This year marks brated artists of the 16th through far was $210. largest organized volunteer effort mission and values of the Poor the 20th parish festival for St. Jude the early 20th centuries. and the first group to construct a Handmaids. Mueller began his Catholic Church on the south side Also currently open at the Snite AROUND, PAGE 8 8 TODAY’ S CATHOLIC JULY 2, 2006

Arthur Leinen Sr., communica- priest and campus minister for the tions; Pat O’Brien, Mike Brennan faculty, staff and students at the SACRED HEART SECOND GRADERS and Henry Froning, trustees. University of Iowa and as director AROUND Resnik had special praise for of education activities and liturgy RAISE MONEY FOR CANCER RESEARCH CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7 retiring president Richard planning at the Newman Center. Dornbos, who has served as presi- Since Bishop Luers High dent for the past two years and St. Patrick, Walkerton, School had collected for Heifer launched a series of programs that announces 150th International in the past they were will also bring a national regional on their mailing list and received a conference to Saint Mary’s anniversary events letter in April stating that there was College and Notre Dame, Oct. 26- a pool of money pledged to Heifer 29. WALKERTON — In celebration of as matching funds. If Mindy and Resnik, Wasoski and Dornbos the 150th anniversary of St. Patrick Monica along with the rest of the will attend a national Serra Church in Walkerton, the parish Bishop Luers students could collect Conference in Spokane, Wash., will join the Walkerton community $2,500 the amount would be dou- June 30-July 2. July 1 through July 3 for special bled, and they would have enough The club also added three more activities. money for an ark. new members to its roster. They St. Patrick Church and the town At the end of school this year were Jerome and Lillian Smith and of Walkerton were founded 150 Bishop Luers High School sent a Andrew Oross. years ago. St. Patrick School is cel- check for $3,014 to Heifer The Serra Club will host its ebrating its 50th anniversary. International, which was then dou- annual outing for priests of all Events include the following: bled by the matching funds. That parishes and religious sisters and • Saturday, July 1 — 11 a.m. was enough to buy the ark plus two brothers July 30 at the Resnik Walkerton Celebration Parade will include both a church and school additional heifers. Ranch. — EJD PROVIDED BY SACRED HEART SCHOOLL float; 1 p.m. bed race after the Decatur students honored Father Gillis honored by parade on Indiana Street between The second grade class at Sacred Heart School in Warsaw Harrison Street and Tyler Street; 5 had a book read to them titled “Alex’s Lemonade Stand.” DECATUR — Principal Karla Knights p.m. St. Patrick School alumni Mass; 6 p.m. St. Patrick School The story details the desire of very young girl who had Hormann recently announced that SOUTH BEND — “I will always alumni dinner at St. Patrick School three eighth grade students from St. remember that it was divine provi- cancer to raise money for cancer research. Alex and her in Letko Hall. Joseph Catholic School have been dence who saved our lives while we • Sunday, July 2 — 10 a.m. brothers set up a lemonade stand in the family yard. As awarded honors for their academic went ashore during one phase of the parish pilgrimage procession from performance. Normandy invasion during World news spread about Alex’s stand, other children became original church site on Spruce Road Samantha Baus, daughter of War II, and those of us in our small to present church (meet at church at Matt and Jill Baus, won a $100 troop will always remember it that involved and more stands were set up. The second grade 9:30 a.m. to be transported to site); award for the United States way,” exclaimed Father James 11 a.m. outdoor Mass with Bishop class was very impressed by this story and saw this as a Achievement Academy. The acade- Gillis, CSC, in a patriotic address to John M. D’Arcy (under tents in my has recognized outstanding stu- members of the Father Nieuwland stewardship opportunity. They, along with their teacher, parking lot across from church). dents of all ages for over two Assembly, Fourth Degree, Knights This is the only Mass on July 2. 1 Carole Rutledge, set up a stand on the school lawn for one decades. Two-hundred-fifty stu- of Columbus. p.m. parish picnic in the parking lot dents in the United States received The occasion was a special trib- day and raised $323. across from church. cash awards this year. The acade- ute to Father Gillis, who is marking • Monday, July 3 — 4 to 7 p.m. my will also be awarding four his 50th anniversary as a priest in Kids Fun Fair at St. Patrick School $10,000 scholarship grants to nom- the Congregation of Holy Cross. It will feature the inflatables (moon- we’re all about. Our mission is to parish work in 1978 as the pastor of inated students. Samantha also has was his deep faith, he indicated, walk, joust, obstacle course, transmit the truth and beauty of the Precious Blood Church in Fort a piece of her poetry published in that also led him to a religious bungee run and the two-story slide) Catholic faith, working with the Wayne, where he served until 1983, the “All American Scholar vocation that culminated in his as well as assorted other games for priests and laity of our diocese.“ when he returned to retreat and Yearbook.” ordination on June 6, 1956 by the kids. Socks are required to par- According to Redeemer Radio renewal ministry. In 1990, he was Terri Pritchard, daughter of Phil Bishop Leo A. Pursley. ticipate; 4 to 8 p.m. food and bever- President Chris Langford, named pastor of St. James the Less and Mary Kaye Schurger, will be Father Gillis served with the ages for the entire family will be “Catholic radio is very effective Church in Columbus, where he receiving a $250 scholarship to Second Armored Division during available in the parking lot across because it is available anytime and served for three years. In 1999, he Bishop Luers based on her score on World War II and said he often from church; 8 to 10:30 p.m. everywhere: at home, in the car, in became pastor of Our Lady of their scholarship exam. Only 10 thinks of the terrible carnage in movie and game night at St. Patrick the office. It also reaches everyone: Guadalupe Church in Montezuma, students who will be attending lives that occurred on that momen- School in Letko Hall; there will be rich and poor, young and old, and Ohio, where he still ministers. Bishop Luers this fall will receive tous D-Day, which led to the end of supervised time for children 5 to those who may not be active in any Father Dugal also serves in lead- these scholarships. the war in Europe. 15-years old while parents are at faith.” ership with the congregation, and Elizabeth Goebel, daughter of He suffered a leg wound, which the band and beer garden; 8 to 11 Daily, programming is in has been a member of its provincial Joe and Karen Goebel, was recent- eventually healed. Among the p.m. a live band, Molotov Cocktail English during the day from 5 a.m. council since 1998. ly honored as the Adams County momentous dedications to mem- will perform in the band and beer to 9 p.m. and in Spanish overnight Father Dugal’s anniversary, female award winner of the Dick bers was a framed display of the garden in the parking lot across from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. along with the milestone anniver- Lugar-Indiana Farm Bureau-Farm medals he received, which included from church. saries of 10 other Missionaries of Bureau Insurance Youth Essay the Purple Heart, a medal for good St. Patrick Church is located at the Precious Blood of the Contest for this school year. behavior, a Bronze Star and Victory Father James Dugal 801 Tyler St., in Walkerton. Cincinnati Province, signifying Elizabeth wrote an essay about a Medal. celebrates 50 year hundreds of years of ministerial nutritious family picnic planned The assembly also paid special jubilee service to God’s people, was cele- with Indiana grown food, which accolades to Father Gillis for his Redeemer Radio launches brated in a special liturgy on June follows healthy guidelines. more than 10 years of service as first local program series CARTHAGENA, 30 at St. Charles Center. faithful friar of the assembly and Ohio — The “In this world that so needs Serrans install new presented him with a check. FORT WAYNE — Fort Wayne’s Missionaries of signs of the hand of God at work, The assembly will hold its annu- Redeemer Radio, Catholic Radio the Precious we honor these men who have been president, officers al picnic on July 16 on the grounds AM 1450, launched its first series Blood are faithful servants of the people of SOUTH BEND — Focus on reli- of Ave Maria Council on South of local programs, “Readings and pleased to God,” said Father Angelo Anthony, gious vocations to the priesthood, Ireland Road. Formal installations Reflections”, on June 19. The pro- announce the CPPS., provincial director of the sisterhood and brotherhood is the of new officers will take place in gram features priests of the Diocese 50th anniversary Cincinnati Province. “We thank the clubrooms of Archbishop John of Fort Wayne-South Bend and of the ordination guiding light of every member of JAMES DUGAL God for the example that they give Serra, Indiana District Governor Carroll Council on July 22 with includes the readings from the daily of Father James us, and we look forward to cele- George Resnik told members of Indiana Master Robert Lynch of Mass, original reflections prepared Dugal, CPPS. brating their many ministries, the Serra Club of South Bend as Indianapolis presiding. — EJD by the priests and sacred music. Father Dugal, 76, a native of which have brought so much good he formally installed Deacon Ron Each program is 15 minutes in Jackson, Mich., entered the society to so many.” Moser of St. Joseph Parish of Father John Stecher duration and airs Monday through in 1948 and was ordained on June The Missionaries of the Mishawaka as the 29th president. Friday at 11:45 a.m., immediately 2, 1956. Father Dugal has served in Precious Blood is a religious socie- “We follow in a rich tradition becomes USF chaplain preceding the popular “Doctor Is parishes and in retreat and renewal ty of priests, brothers and lay asso- In” program. that led to Blessed Junipero Serra, FORT WAYNE — Sister M. Elise ministry. ciates founded in 1815 by St. “Our listeners are ready for who established 19 missions in the Kriss, president of the University of After his ordination he was in Gaspar del Bufalo. Society mem- this,” says Redeemer Radio’s pro- state of California, and today we Saint Francis, has announced the parish ministry in Fort Wayne, then bers work as missionaries in parish- gram director Patty Becker. “They are dedicated in our mission to appointment of Father John Stecher was an instructor at Brunnerdale, es in the U.S. and abroad, in educa- have given great support, both assist those who are seeking a reli- as chaplain, beginning Aug. 15. the society’s high school seminary tion and in a wide range of aposto- financially and prayerfully. They gious vocation,” Resnik said. Father Stecher is a priest of the in Canton. In 1965, he was named lates, promoting the cause of God’s are excited about hearing their own Other Serra Club officers Diocese of Davenport, Iowa. He spiritual director of St. Charles reconciliation worldwide. local priests and pastors on the air. installed by Resnik were Richard holds a doctorate from Aquinas Seminary in Carthagena. Father “Readings and Reflections” brings Wasoski, president elect; Dr. John Institute of Theology and a master Dugal entered retreat and renewal the refreshment of Scripture read- Toepp, secretary; Joann Dudzinski, of science in psychology from the work in 1970 at the Maria Stein ings, with insights on those read- membership; Robert Schultheis, University of Saint Francis. Retreat House, a ministry that he ings,” Becker continues. “As a lay programs; Esther Cyr, vocations; Father Stecher has served as continues to this day. He returned to Catholic apostolate, this is what JULY 2, 2006 TODAY’ S CATHOLIC 9 Pope Paul VI Institute helped to have a successful pregnancy n July of 1998 we were happy church, they were all the more attitudes of the parents toward the imately 17 weeks pregnant, she to be moving to Omaha as committed to being well in child. Here they were happy to began to go into labor with con- IJohn prepared to take up his advance of the medical communi- see us from the moment we came tractions that would not stop. We FAITH AND first full time position teaching ty on legitimate medical means, in the door and communicated called our doctor at the institute, philosophy at Creighton employing the best technology their excitement for us. There Michael Sullivan, who told us to University. We had met and fall- available. We had also read that was a chapel on the second floor go to the hospital immediately FERTILITY en in love as graduate students at they help couples throughout the with the Eucharist reserved so and be checked into the maternity WHAT THE CHURCH TEACHES AND WHY the University of Notre Dame country, and not just in the larger that we could stop and pray floor. and married in 1991. Omaha area. So, it seemed partic- before or after the visit. The staff Because it was late in the While still completing our ularly providential to us, against gathered here regularly for Mass evening, we went to the emer- BY JOHN AND MARY O’CALLAGHAN degrees, we lived in the heaven the background of our two lost during which the intentions of gency room at the local Catholic that Notre Dame called married children, that we were now mov- their patients were brought before hospital, only to be told that student housing and had begun ing to Omaha, and would be able the altar. And on the stairway unless the baby was viable we his pontificate with the words our family with the birth of our to have direct and easy access to there was a beautiful statue of St. would have to wait in the emer- “Be not afraid,” and “Grace” son, William, and our daughter, their expertise. Therese with votive candles at gency room to see if the contrac- because she was conceived in the Kathryn. However, our joy at As it turned out, we did not her feet. Everything about the tions stopped, and whether the year of grace leading up to the moving to Omaha to take up a know how providential it would place expressed a richly Catholic baby survived. Informed of this jubilee. new job and a new stage in our be. As soon as we had moved in, aura that displayed their deep policy, Dr. Sullivan called the It is through God’s grace that married life was tinged with a Mary contacted them, and commitment to the dignity of maternity ward and insisted that she is with us. But we have no certain amount of apprehension, became a patient. We were both both parents and child. they let us up. He told them doubt in our minds that because as we were also expecting anoth- immediately impressed at the We had no doubt that we were exactly the course of treatment to of their commitment to the digni- er baby in March. good cheer with which the staff in the right place, and we felt a take in order to stop the contrac- ty of parents trying to conceive, After the birth of William and and the nurses treated us. They deep confidence that the treat- tions, and that if they did not do and the unborn children of those Kathryn, which had gone off had free child care on site. There ment we were undergoing would so, the death of the baby would having difficulty carrying them to without a hitch, we had suffered a were crucifixes everywhere. be able to help us overcome the be on their consciences. Because term, that the Pope Paul VI stillbirth at seven months, Mary We had noticed in the past that difficulties that had overcome us. of his determination, they relent- Institute was and is the human Elizabeth, and a miscarriage at 13 sonogram technicians have a way Little did we know how much ed, and we were able to receive instrument of that divine grace. weeks, Timothy. In neither case of maintaining a certain emotion- we would owe to the doctors and the treatment. had testing shown anything to be al distance from the couple and staff of the institute. In early After several months of bed wrong with the babies, and their their child until they perceive the October, when Mary was approx- rest, and several more months of deaths were utter mysteries to us biweekly visits to the institute, and the doctors. So, while we had Caroline Grace was born full not given up hope of having more term, and we joked with Dr. children, we were anxious about Sacred Heart Sullivan about taking her down to the new pregnancy, and whether the emergency room to show it, too, would end in tragedy. Parish Center them the baby they thought was Fortunately, while still in On Notre Dame Campus simply going to die. The O’Callaghans and their four South Bend, we had heard of the 131 Bed Facility complete We named her “Caroline” for children are members of St. Pius Pope Paul VI Institute in Omaha. with chapel and kitchen Karol Woytyla, who had begun X Parish in Granger. We heard and read that the doc- tors there were committed to liv- ing out the church’s teachings on •Retreats •Banquets human dignity in reproduction, •Anniversaries •Reunions POT of GOLD Winners 2006! and so they were committed to •Graduations trying everything medically pos- Catholic Charities / Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend sible within ethical norms to help •Family Gatherings couples both conceive children •Alumni Parties ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, and bring them to a healthy term. Grand Prize: Mr. Rusty W. 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BY ELMER J. DANCH America.” BY TOM UEBBING Pinkowski and his wife insti- tuted the award at Studebaker SOUTH BEND — It was a School, where their son was a PORTLAND, Ore. — Former remarkable grand finale to the sixth grade teacher who was ded- South Bend native David Francis 36-year anniversary of the icated to his profession and rec- Shaw, 33, was ordained to the Gentleman Jim Memorial Award, ognized the proper discipline and priesthood June 10 by Archbishop considered the most unique pres- behavior of students in the class- John G. Vlazny at St. Mary’s of entation in the history of the room. the Immaculate Conception South Bend Community School The award was presented to Cathedral in Portland, Ore. Corporation. Marcus Charles, whose home He is the son of Jim and Jean Named in honor of primary room teacher explained that he Shaw of Sacred Heart Parish, school teacher and Catholic was a leader, responsible and Lakeville. Born in Lansing, Mich., James Pinkowski, who lost his dependable, willing to help any- the second of four children, David life in an automobile-train crash one in need. He was also on the was raised in South Bend. He Dec. 24, 1969, the award was honor roll for the entire school attended Holy Cross, St. John the presented to a fourth grade stu- term. Baptist and St. Mary of the dent at Henry Studebaker School Bernard Pinkowski has pre- Assumption Parishes. He served as by Bernard and Hildegarde sented the award personally each an altar boy at Holy Cross. Pinkowski, parents of James of the last 36 years, although the David graduated from Trinity Pinkowski, at an assembly on the (High) School and attained last three years, his daughter, TOM UEBBING last day of school at Studebaker Scouting’s highest rank, Eagle Elizabeth Hosinski, was there to Archcbishop John G. Vlazny of Portland, Ore., presents chalice and paten School, which will go out of Scout (Troop 325). He studied at assist her 91-year-old father. to David Shaw at his ordination to the priesthood on June 10. Father existence and later become a In recognition of his personal Holy Cross College, Indiana vocational institution. appearance, school principal University at South Bend and Shaw, who grew up in South Bend, will serve the Archdiocese of Pinkowski told the assembled James Bankowski presented graduated from the University of Portland, Ore., and serve at St. Anne Parish, Gresham, Ore. students that the award is pre- Pinkowski with a perfect atten- Notre Dame in 1996 with degrees sented to a student who “exem- dance citation award. in both philosophy and theology. and religion to students with learn- worked with confirmation prepara- plifies good discipline and train- Pinkowski’s son attended St. Prior to graduation he also spent a ing disabilities at Trinity School in tion, RCIA and taught at the grade ing of children in proper behavior Stanislaus School in South Bend, year of religious studies with the Bloomington, Minn. school. and begin proper upbringing, the graduated from Saint Joseph’s Brotherhood of the People of David attended Mount Angel David was ordained a deacon best investment in their future, in High School and later Ball State Praise. Seminary in Mount Angel, Ore. He July 1, 2005, and served at St. the future of a better and greater University. The new priest first sensed his spent 17 weeks of his training in Anne Parish in Gresham, Ore., vocation during his junior year of Mexico learning Spanish and cele- which is also his first assignment high school in 1989. He was brated his first Mass in Spanish. As as a priest. drawn to the presence of Christ in part of his training he had a year’s As he enters his priestly min- the Eucharist. He also felt called to experience in clinical pastoral edu- istry the new priest looks forward connect people with God through cation, which entailed visiting hos- to learning how to better minister spiritual direction and homilies. pital patients several times a week to Hispanics. As Oregon has the Before he entered the seminary at Emmanuel Hospital. Another largest percentage of unchurched in 2001, David had a wide variety year he visited youth at a correc- people in the nation, Father Shaw of work experiences. He worked in tional facility once a week, talking hopes to reaffirm his parishioners a factory, as a bank teller; taught to them and bringing Communion. in the faith and help them to chastity, abstinence and family val- He spent another year at Christ the become more evangelistic. ues in Portland; and math, science King Parish in Portland where he

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ELMER J. DANCH The unique and prestigious Gentleman Jim Memorial Award is presented to Marcus Charles, a sixth grade student at Henry Studebaker School in South Bend. From left; James Bankowski, school principal; Elizabeth Hoskinski and Bernard Pinkowski, both of whom made the presentation.

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Spirit of St. Jude School shines always Why I love the Fourth of July Going on the boat at night to watch the beau- tiful fireworks. BY LAUREN PALMER AND SALLY BERGHOFF CASSIE KINDLER, THIRD GRADE We go to the lake to celebrate my grandpa’s birthday since it is on the 5th of July. We have here are many things we could cake that looks like an American flag. say about St. Jude School because it’s such a wonderful EMILY MILLER, THIRD GRADE T Both sides of my family have a party, and I school. The main thing we would like love to have all of the good food my grandma to focus on is our athletic and academic makes, especially the dessert. achievement. St. Jude School as a whole strives for excellence in both the EMILY SCHLEINKOFER, THIRD GRADE I go to my aunt and uncle’s house in classroom and on the field. Michigan. St. Jude is known as the “power house” for many sports. We are not JOEY WOLFF, THIRD GRADE I have a great time playing games like hide- only athletically talented; we are lead- and-seek with my cousins. ers, good Christians and loyal team- mates. That’s what makes us achieve JAMES TERRELL, THIRD GRADE I like when my uncle lights one of his home- greatness when we play together. made fireworks. Before every practice and game we pray to St. Jude to help and guide us as RILEY DELANEY, THIRD GRADE I love having fun with my family and friends a team. We ask for safety for us and our at a pool party and the fireworks. opponents as we practice good sports- manship. In the past years, St. Jude has MADELINE OBERGFELL, THIRD GRADE THERESA YODER, FIFTH GRADE TEACHER I love going to the pool for a “jumpalings” been diocesan champs in many sports. The students in Miss Theresa Yoder’s fifth grade class stand proudly as they begin to party where we swim, eat and watch the fire- We could not be this successful without hoist the American flag at St. Jude School, Fort Wayne. Holding the flag are Darryn works. the guidance of prayer. Playing sports Mosley, Bryce Clevenger and Thomas Ferro. Fifth graders learn how to properly dis- not only makes you a better athlete it ASHLEY NICHOLAS, THIRD GRADE play and care for the flag. I love to go with my family to Wizard’s Field. makes you a better person. It chal- lenges you to be the best in all you do. MIKEY HOFFMANN, THIRD GRADE That’s why St. Jude is so athletically dents tested into honors geometry, and ty. We rake lawns for the elderly, we talented. the other five tested into academic visit St. Anne’s Nursing Home, and we Favorite things about Not only in sports are we talented, geometry. Nine of our students made walk in the March for Life. In each of but we are talented in academics too. honors algebra, too. Also, we took the the activities we participate in, the light the fourth of July This past fall we took the ISTEP+ tests, ACRE test for religion, in which we of God is always shining through. Fireworks and because of our high achievement scored exceptionally high. As you can In conclusion, our school shines in Parades scores, our eighth grade class placed in see, St. Jude is very serious when it many ways. Whether it is in our com- Swimming the top 10 percent of Indiana schools. comes to academic achievement. munity, in extra curricular activities, or Ice cream This past spring, 30 of our eighth Our junior high students have the in the classroom, St. Jude comes out on Boat rides graders took the honors geometry place- option to participate in youth ministry. top. These are just some of the ways St. Zoo ment test for Bishop Dwenger High There are fun activities for the students Jude Catholic School follows in Jesus’ Cook outs School. Twenty-five out of those 30 stu- that benefit the people of the communi- footsteps. Being at the lake It’s America’s birthday BY MRS. MINSER’S KINDERGARTEN CLASS “America the Beautiful” Word Search God has blessed us AMB E RGR F ABDMWP MAX P KWAL H E R L S L BY MAYA SCHLUNDT, GRADE 4 EJRINFESTAEXEA RECROWNBPUWPL I The colored blooms ISIHANZOGTTQFN CTTEKHBYMIGMCE Sparkling rivers AIPCOECQAFAROA And trees evergreen PERBNRYOOUB I NL All beauties of life QSSEPOTOPLBFTB RN F AH E L D H AD N R B HTELMSKNCL IOOA Different people SESPACIOUSOCI S United as one BROTHERHOODNAT Living and loving RQP ZAUDREYXNC E Like God ISGNLDIVINETVR God has blessed us all AMERICA BROTHERHOOD GRACE CROWN GOOD MAJESTIES With a finished puzzle AMBER GOLD FREEDOM PLAIN SELF CONTROL SPACIOUS Pieced together SEA HEROES ALABASTAR BEAUTIFUL DIVINE CITIES By His hands. LAW CONFIRM 12 TODAY’S CATHOLIC JULY 2, 2006 Prayer for America Teens get entangled ‘in the vine’ BY KAY COZAD at Holy Cross youth conference Heavenly Father, BY THERESA THOMAS ence included Amelia Marcum, Guardian of liberty and peace, assistant campus minister at Holy Our hearts are filled with gratitude Cross College, with an NOTRE DAME — In John 15, “Exhortation to Openness”; Lou for the many ways you bless our great country. Christ said, “I am the vine, you are Paiz, director of a large youth min- the branches. Whoever abides in Thank you for the freedoms our forefathers have set forth istry program at Our Lady of me and I in him will bear much Mount Carmel in Carmel, on “The that no other country on earth embraces. fruit, because without me, you can Holy Spirit”; Robert Kloska, direc- do nothing.” tor of campus ministry at Holy We are in awe of the richness of our cultural diversity. This powerful scriptural Cross College, on “The Holy Keep us tolerant of this diversity and give us the grace to metaphor was the theme for Holy Eucharist”; and Lisa Marino, Cross College’s second annual director of RCIA at St. Matthew welcome all immigrants who come as our forefathers high school youth conference July Cathedral in South Bend, on once did in search of a better life. 23-25 on its picturesque campus in “Chastity and the Theology of the Notre Dame. Body.” Mike Griffin, director of Never let us lose sight of your truth About 75 Catholic teenagers International Experiences and on which our country was founded. from all over the Midwest con- THERESA THOMAS Religious Studies professor at verged to praise, learn, examine Holy Cross College, served as Help us as a nation to continue the good fight to respect all The popular Pete Cornelius Band their consciences, and discuss their from Grand Rapids, Mich., per- emcee, and wrapped the retreat up forms of life, from conception to natural death. faith with each other. They were by creatively reaffirming confer- treated to the talented, upbeat forms praise and worship in the theme of “Vine and Branches.” ence themes with audience partici- Draw us close to you as we pray and worship in our churches music of the popular Pete pation and challenging youth to across the land and strengthen our families as we work to Cornelius Band, originally from live the message of the Gospel. Grand Rapids, Mich., and to They are dead to Christ. Some are Highlights of the retreat includ- uphold the ideals of right and wrong. enthusiastic Catholic speakers on in our families, parishes, schools, ed daily celebration of Mass, an Keep us mindful, Lord, of your truth, as we build a future with various topics on the theme of “In circle of friends.” opportunity for reconciliation, and the Vine”. He challenged the youth to do eucharistic adoration, with partici- our youth where you are the center of American life. Mark Hart, known as the “Bible something about it. “There are pation from Father Glenn Guide our leaders in making right decisions for Americans both Geek,” who currently serves as people in your life who are not Kohrman, pastor of Saint Mary of vice president of LIFE TEEN, an going to get to heaven on the cur- the Lake in Culver, and Father locally and globally. Continue to provide economic opportuni- international Catholic organization rent path they are on. God just Kevin Russeau, CSC, assistant ties for our workforce, that they may prosper and ministry that provides might want to use you to help vocations director for the resources and training encouraging them get there,” he said. “There is Congregation of Holy Cross and by the honest sweat of their brow. vibrant eucharistic celebrations for no mistake you’re here today. God the superior of the Old College Guide us not only in respecting the rights of others teens spoke on “Vine and has a plan.” Undergraduate Seminary at the Branches” and “Love Each Other In a lighthearted and comedic University of Notre Dame. but also the resources of this land, from field to sea and sky. as I have Loved You.” In his pep style, Hart reminded participants Conference participants also talk “The World Will Hate You,” Inspire in us, Father, the patriotism that is due this great coun- that “FAMILY” stands for Forget enjoyed a late night lively game of Hart told the eager audience that About Me. I Love You. dodge ball, small group discus- try and help us work together to teach our young to be grateful everyone who follows Christ will He explained how fear para- sions, and S’mores and hot dogs be hated by the world at some time. lyzes and that faith in Christ can during free time. for your blessings of prosperity in this land of opportunity. He told them that Jesus tells unleash the courage within every- “This was a great experience,” Help us to be ever mindful of those who have served our believers, “If the world hates you, one. He reminded retreat partici- said Brendan Swick, conference realize they hated me first”. pants that the church is not anti-sex participant. country in the battle for truth and freedom, both living and Referring to the blockbuster film but anti-selfishness, and he retold Caroline Thomas, another par- dead. Bless the efforts of those who are currently serving and “Sixth Sense,” Hart told the the story of the paralyzed man on ticipant agreed, “It was even better teenagers, “I see dead people. I see the mat whose friends lowered him than last year,” she said, “I’m the sacrifices they and their families make each day. them in the hallways, the cafete- through the roof to see Jesus. looking forward to coming back In your mercy keep us all safe from harm. rias, in churches, everywhere. Other speakers at the confer- again.” Fill us with the grace to reach out to the world in peace and unity. Bring prosperity to all who love you, Lord. And grant us the peace, love and honor that will flourish forever in the hearts of all Americans. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

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BY GINNY KOHRMAN being a great missionary sister, I lie ahead. Things will never be as of goodbye. He tells the apostles, signed up, and off I went to they were. “... the words that I speak to you I Evangelization and Donaldson. The incredible ache of Harold Kushner in his book, do not speak on my own. The action challenge Opening prayer homesickness hit me like a bullet “The Lord Is My Shepherd,” tells Father who dwells in me is doing in the chest. Painfully, over time, I a story of a safari group in Africa. his works.” — Jn 14:10. Jesus For interior renewal O my God, I love you with all learned to adjust, relieved primari- This group had hired native porters wanted to do the will of his Father, Reflect on the goodbyes in your my heart and soul, and I want to ly by the tender care of Sister to carry their supplies. After three despite the personal suffering he life. Look for the cherished memo- love others as you have taught me. Julienne, PHJC. When she was days the porters asked if they endured. And he turned to the ries of those relationships … both But I am sometimes selfish and transferred from the girl’s dorm could stop and rest. The porters Father in prayer to help him bear good and bad … and, in a spirit of sad when relationships change or after my sophomore year, again I explained that they were not physi- the human pain of separation. gratitude, thank God for the gift of the circumstances of life cause me thought I would die, and my home cally tired but that “we have To me, what this all says is this: others and the personal blessings to be apart from those I love. away from home never felt the walked too far too fast, and now we love because we are made in that have been given through that Please give me the grace and the same again. “I wish that where I we must wait for our souls to catch the image of God ... of Perfect relationship. faith to work through these times am they also may be with me…” up to us.” Love. Our love matures and is less Reaching out to others and help me to be confident in — Jn 17: 24b. Because of the speed with self-seeking as we unite our will Give those who are experienc- your divine plan for me and for all And now as mother, happy and which we live these days, we often with the will of God. Our love is ing the “letting go” of another the those whom I love. Amen. sad at the same time, I face the take for granted those who mean always reaching for that perfect opportunity to talk and share their pain of letting go of my young so much to us. We work, talk, love of God. As we learn to love in sadness, anxiety and memories Scripture: Jn 17: 6-24 adult children who are struggling argue, eat, laugh and busily bump “greater” or “wider” ways, there is with you. Be a “soft shoulder” for to find their own lives apart from elbows with others, rarely cog- change and growth within. God’s them to cry upon until they can get Commentary mom and dad. My second son is in nizant of the depth and meaning of grace calls us to focus more on the back on their feet. Share a prayer the process of discerning a job in our relationships. When someone good of others rather than our own or Scripture passage that might I have always been like a blub- Florida, where all the hurricanes says goodbye, it is as if all of our desires and needs for love. offer them hope and consolation. bering baby when it comes to say- are… and the snakes… and the experiences and feelings rush to Sometimes love involves a Transforming society ing “goodbye.” I remember the alligators. the surface of our hearts. It is then faithful and faith-filled “letting go” We, as a society in general, fail first time I realized this about And then there are the numer- that we realize that our souls need of the one loved. Letting go is to “let our souls catch up with us,” myself. In the small four-room ele- ous coworkers and friends who to catch up and to cherish the never easy. But faith in the perfect and we often fail to get in touch mentary school that I attended, I seem to vanish in the night depth and the gift of these special love of God, who knows the big with our hearts. During this time of was fortunate to have Mrs. because of job changes, losses or relationships. It is in these times picture, helps us to accept the vacations and transitions, give your- Minnich as my teacher for grades reassignments. It seems as if we that it helps to remember that God good-yes of life with greater hope, self and others the time to “catch 3, 4 and 5. She was a wonderful allow our hearts to be opened to is in the relationship as well. confidence and love. Through up” with those whom you love. teacher, and I credit my math skills others — only to have our hearts God compassionately sends in prayer and faith in God’s love, we to her insistence on knowing broken when they go away. When others to help during such times, can more peacefully face the pain Closing prayer quickly and precisely the famous you have loved, saying goodbye and it is important that we remain of our goodbyes and forever place times tables. just plain hurts. “I pray for them. open to God’s new gifts. What is the love of others in the many My God, I thank you. I thank On the last day of the school Holy Father, keep them in your unavoidable is the “going chambers of our hearts. you every moment of every day. I year, it became painfully evident name that you have given me, so through,” the agony of separation. rejoice in you among your people. I that I would no longer be with her, that they may be one just as we During these times it is okay to Reflection and connection praise you for the people I know day in and day out, in the coming are.” — Jn 17: 9, 11:11b. allow ourselves the time to cry. and for the people I will come to year. I thought my heart would just Jesus surely understood the pain of What is the most difficult know. crumble into little pieces as I Taking care of our souls saying goodbye to his friends and aspect for you in saying goodbye I thank you for those I will sobbed at that thought. Feeling a family, and he cried with them. He and letting go of someone dear to never know but whom you know little embarrassed for such emo- The pain of saying goodbye does the same with us. “But now I you? What prayers or Scripture in your abiding love. You are tion, I tried to fight the tears. But sometimes feels like such a crush- am going to the one who sent me, passages comfort you and give you enduring compassion. Your faithful the principal, a very wise sister, ing hold on our hearts that it and not one of you asks me, hope during these times? concern is never ending. Amen. comforted me saying, “It’s okay to leaves us almost breathless. ‘Where are you going?’ But — “O Gracious One 150 cry because it shows how much Initially, it is as if something being because I told you this, grief has Psalm-Inspired Prayers,” by you have loved.” “Father, they are ripped from within causes an filled your hearts.” — Jn 16:5. Sydney Condray, Psalm 121. your gift to me.” — Jn 17: 24a. emptiness or uncomfortable rest- In the Scriptures we read, “It Going away to high school at lessness that simply won’t go (love) bears all things, believes all age 13 was a pretty courageous away. In reaction to the pain, we things, hopes all things, endures all PILGRIM CROSS JOURNEYS TO thing to do, but in those days any- try to run away or occupy our- things.” — 1Cor 13:7. one aspiring to the religious life selves with frivolous activity ... Jesus struggled to leave his KENDALLVILLE was encouraged to attend the high hoping that the ache will stop. The mother and his friends on earth, school of that religious order. joy of life suddenly disappears, but another force from within gave Thinking only of my aspirations of and we begin to fear changes that him courage to face the sufferings Jubilee Pilgrim Cross

PROVIDED BY IMMACULATE CONCEPTION PARISH, KENDALLVILLE The traveling Jubilee Pilgrim Cross, after its stop at St. June 30- July 7 St. Michael the Archangel Waterloo Mary Parish, Avilla, arrives via St. Mary parishioners and is July 7-14 St. Anthony of Padua Angola presented to Immaculate Conception Parish, Kendallville July 14-21 St. Paul Chapel Angola on June 9. After the arrival, Immaculate Conception July 21-28 St. Mary of the Angels Angola parishioners held a procession through the neighborhood July 28-Aug. 4 St. Joseph Lagrange to the church. 14 TODAY’ S CATHOLIC JULY 2, 2006

EDITORIAL Patriotism for citizens of two worlds COMMENTARY s our nation prepares to celebrate our independence this week- Aend, we can look back and thank God for the many blessings TODAY’S CATHOLIC welcomes letters from readers. All letters must be signed and include a phone number and address for verification. bestowed on our nation. Today’s Catholic reserves the right to edit for clarity and length. Address letters to: Today’s Catholic • P.O. Box 11169 • Fort Wayne, Our nation is dedicated to the care and guidance of the IN • 46856-1169 or e-mail to: [email protected] Immaculate Conception. Our own Bishop John F. Noll, founder of this newspaper, actively sought funds to build the basilica in Our Whenever he felt a dream or again as the most generous mission Lady’s honor in Washington, D.C. Garrett parishioners idea, he formed a committee, supporting people in the world. It is right that we ask Our Lady to protect our country from every- prayed about it and it became suc- With the realization that tsunamis, thing from wars to social concerns. “We pray for the church, our true thank Father Thom cessful and beneficial to our parish. hurricanes, wars and other disasters mother on earth. And beg you to watch o’er the land of our birth,” Father Thom will be sorely are an everyday reality in the mis- we sing in the “Immaculate Mary.” Lombardi missed; his Masses, greetings, con- sion world, they renewed their com- Patriotism, a love for one’s nation, is a beautiful quality. When it At least eight years ago we cerns, homilies and general friend- mitment to respond generously to works hand-in-hand with our Catholic faith — which challenges us received word that we were getting ship. the universal mission needs of the to show preferential for the poor, to stand up for justice, protection a new priest, Father Thom Father Thom, you are welcome church. of the dignity of every human life, to be the hands and feet of Jesus Lombardi, an Italian name. He back to St. Joseph always. A visit is I am grateful to you for your welcomed. We wish you the best in personal leadership in teaching your — then patriotism combined with our faith can produce a positive brought his mom, Dorothy, and their three cocker spaniels, Pepper, thought and prayer. faithful that the church is always good. David Lee and Mary Rose Kimmel larger than our own local church Of course, there are numerous ways in which American society Moose and Bruno. Living in town was quite a Garrett and that we benefit greatly through clashes with the Catholic faith. The church’s positions on abortion, our mission animation, prayers and embryonic stem-cell research, same-sex marriage, family, pornogra- change for the Lombardis, with a fenced-in front yard that became an offerings. I am also thankful that phy, the death penalty — just to name a few — often stand in opposi- ideal running area for the dogs. His you have appointed a mission direc- tion with the values, or lack of values, that have become entrenched in prior parish had a spacious, open Thanks from the tor who can work in collaboration the mindset of American society. In these instances, the church stands country area for their dogs. The with our national office in support- as a beacon to preserve the dignity of American life. Lombardis raised cocker spaniels. Pontifical Mission ing the missionary efforts of the In other areas, one example being the Iraq war, the church’s Moose went wherever Father Thom church around the world. stance comes under fire by American Catholics themselves. Although did, until his passing. He was the Societies in the We have just received our new the Vatican and the U.S. bishops said the Iraq war did not meet the oldest spaniel. statutes for the Pontifical Mission criteria of a just war, other notable Catholic commentators, George Father Thom believed in the United States Societies. A copy of these statutes, Weigel for one, have expressed the view that the war is indeed justi- growth of our parish and our school, approved by the Holy Father, will fied. the only Catholic school in DeKalb Dear Bishop DArcy, soon be sent to you for your review Pope Pius XI, writing at a time when national socialism was County. He especially cared about Listed below are the summary and through which you can give thriving in Germany and fascism in Italy, distinguished between religious education. He understood totals of the generosity of your support to your local mission direc- patriotism and nationalism — by which we think he meant jingoism. the needs of teachers, the principal faithful in support of the mission ad tor. A feeling of devotion and love for one’s country is a good thing, but and the parents as well. There was a gentes for the year ending Thanking you for your support as Christians we must remember that the bonds established by our staff meeting weekly. December 2005. As I share this of the mission ad genres and asking God to bless you in your many baptism are in fact even stronger than any tie of nation, race, ethnici- Renovation of our church was a information with you, I offer my huge, beautiful success. With pro- profound thanks and the apprecia- responsibilities as shepherd to your ty, etc. flock, I remain Allegiance to our faith, in other words, is more important than fessionals this renovation was com- tion of millions of people around pleted. A Mass of the dedication of the world for this vitally needed allegiance to our nation. Our faith prepares us for eternity. Patriotism assistance. Gratefully in our Lord, is imminent in the present. the church’s renovation is celebrat- ed every year. The donations for 2005 from Msgr. John E. Kozar Even the decorations, especially those that have strong symbolism Father Thom’s homilies are won- your diocesan family include: National Director such as the American flag, are carefully scrutinized in the liturgy. derful. He is gifted with words — $56,207 for the Society for the Pontifical Mission Societies in the “Built of Living Stones,” the U.S. bishops’ document on environ- our Lord’s. He studies and prepares Propagation of the Faith, $145 for United States ment, does not specifically mention the use of the American flag in for his homilies very well and the Society of St. Peter Apostle and the sanctuary of a church. But the document cautions, “Decorations leaves a lasting impression. $2,708 for the Holy Childhood are intended to draw people to the true nature of the mystery being Successful ideas of Father Association. celebrated rather than being ends in themselves.” That is why many Thom’s — St. Joseph Table, Despite the dramatic and tragic parishes, still desiring to honor God for the blessings he has encouraged mom’s group, men’s events of disasters in our own Gulf bestowed on the nation, display the flag in church, but appropriately group, St. Joseph novena every Region and abroad, Catholics in this outside of the sanctuary allowing the focus in the sanctuary on the Wednesday morning after 9 a.m. country distinguished themselves sacrifice of the Mass and the universality of the church. Mass. We have an altar shrine of St. The amazing gift of our Catholicism, is that anywhere where we Joseph with a box available to place go in the world, the Mass is the same. That means that Mass cele- special intentions. A St. Joseph stat- brated in Iraq, Iran, Korea or Cuba is the same Jesus that we cele- ue is given to a scheduled family to brate in America. As Catholics, we are united through Jesus. take home for nine days. During times of war, such as the war on terrorism, there may be His dream of a mission for the an inclination for our nation to retrench — to close the gaps in the poor — St. Martin’s Center, which immigration policy, to treat the enemy withgarding dignity of their includes a clothes closet, soup person. At these times, we must rely on the teachings of our church kitchen and St. Martin’s Health to look beyond our nationalistic views and see these people as God Care Clinic. These are all supported by donations and grants for the wishes us to see them. operation of the clinic. Volunteers Back at home, we must also bear in mind the more subtle value work these areas. shifts in which the ideals of our country differ from those of the Father Thom’s mom’s passing church. For instance, America has long espoused rugged individual- was a sad, difficult time. He gave ism, the “American dream” in which a person goes out and makes a such a wonderful choice of words at fortune, a perfect life for himself or herself. This is a beautiful con- the funeral. Dorothy was a unique cept, and the freedom that underscores it is one of the qualities that lady. makes America a great land of opportunity. But one must be careful Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, on not to take this a step farther and assign a “cream rises to the top” the north side of the old Sacred value to rugged individualism, that is, a value system in which one Heart Hospital, now apartments, believes that those with money and means have earned it and that the was beautifully, successfully reno- poor are lazy and do not deserve assistance. The church teaches that vated by volunteers with their own everyone is a member of the human community, worthy of dignity, expertise in masonry, construction respect and the assistance of those around him or her in times of dif- and gardening. Every Saturday we ficulty. We are here to help save one another, not leave each other in go over to the grotto to pray the the capitalist dust. rosary. With Father Thom’s leader- Indeed, we are fortunate; we live in a country where people risk ship, during a clean up of the life and limb to partake of our dreams. We don’t see that happening 39,000-square-foot building, that in other parts of the world. America is indeed blessed. But America was the old hospital, we gained must never forget who imparts these graces on our land. It is God ownership of the grotto and garden. Another accomplishment of who we owe our highest allegiance and devotion, and as citizens of Father Thom’s is the adoration this great nation, we must use our gifts and resources as true stew- chapel, library and conference area ards of the Lord. in the St. Martin’s Center. A modu- lar office donated to the parish turned into a worthwhile project for Today’s Catholic editorial board consists of Bishop John M. D’Arcy, our community and surrounding Ann Carey, Don Clemmer, Father Mark Gurtner, Father Michael Heintz, areas. Tim Johnson, Vince LaBarbera and Msgr. J. William Lester. 15 JULY 2, 2006 COMMENTARY Sex, marriage: Pope discusses love, CATEQUIZ’EM By Dominic Camplisson Vatican official discusses sin Coming up to the 4th of July the Catequiz’em is in a patriotic mood so every answer is based on red, white or blue. VATICAN CITY (CNS) — In demned a long list of practices, early June, Pope Benedict XVI including cohabitation, birth con- 1.This color is generally used for vestments for martyrs’Masses in the Latin rite: drew favorable attention when he trol, divorce, gay unions, and the THE VATICAN a.red b.white c.blue said the church does not want to “abusive interference by the state” “suffocate” the joy of love by its in some sex education programs. LETTER teaching on sexuality and mar- The document shocked many 2.Although in art Jesus is often portrayed with blue eyes,this is likely not correct.Why? riage. readers when it said couples who JOHN THAVIS a.We know from the apocalypse that he had green eyes. What many noticed was the limit their family size to one or b.Most Middle Eastern men veil their eyes so no one would know. pope’s positive approach — his two children are, in effect, living c.Most Middle Easterners have brown eyes; blue eyes are rare recognition that young people, in in a “marriage willingly made ster- there. particular, feel an “urgent call to ile.” As for abortion, it said the act various Vatican pronouncements. love” and his insistence that the itself was an “abominable crime” In this case, should the two interventions be taken as comple- 3.In Western art the Blessed Virgin Mary is commonly portrayed in these colors of gar- church’s goal was not to place bar- that should not remain unpunished ment: riers in their path. by civil authorities. mentary sides of a strategy — the a.white and/or blue He said the church’s teaching The difference in tone between pope extending an open hand to should not be seen as one “no” the pope and one of his top aides potential allies and the cardinal b.red and/or orange after another, and urged church did not go unnoticed. The pope delivering a knockout punch to c.blue and/or magenta leaders to implement a pastoral was solidifying his reputation as a opponents? “strategy of intelligence” that takes gentle teacher; Cardinal Lopez The pope, at Cardinal Lopez 4.Esau gave up his birthright for a stew of this hue: seriously people’s questions and Trujillo came off as an ecclesial Trujillo’s request, will preside over a.red doubts. “Terminator.” the Fifth World Meeting of Families in July in Spain, a coun- b.white The following day, the “What this document is missing c.blue Vatican’s Pontifical Council for the is love,” said Father Maria try where church and state are Family published — without Bonafede of Cardinal Lopez engaged in pitched battles on fami- 5.The color red is often associated in the Bible with this region’s name: warning — a 60-page catalog of Trujillo’s text. The Italian ly issues. While most of the atten- modern sins against the family and Waldensian’s remark deliberately tion will focus on what the pope a.Moab responsible sexuality. alluded to the theme of Pope says at the events, some saw the b.Samaria Signed by the council’s presi- Benedict’s very popular first pontifical council’s document as c.Edom dent, Cardinal Alfonso Lopez encyclical, “Deus Caritas Est” the Vatican’s bottom line on the Trujillo, it said that “never before (“God Is Love”). issues. 6.Solomon used threads of blue,purple and crimson to make this,which also had But the situation is slightly has the natural institution of matri- The contrast illustrated an age- cherubim embroidered on it: mony and family been victim of old problem for journalists in a.his coat of many colors such violent attacks.” It con- Rome: How much weight to give LETTER, PAGE 16 b.the veil of the temple c.the first national flag of an independent Israel Access eternal life by turning to the Lord 7.In Western religious art angels,if clothed,are almost always clothed in this color: a.red that humans, even committed garment of Jesus. He allowed it. b.white Christians, are inclined to forget. No earthly circumstance could ren- c.blue This fact is that the greatest treas- der the Lord unclean. He was the THE ure is not that stored in vaults, but blameless Son of God. 8.Catholic Ireland in the 1930s had the embarrassment of having a quasi-fascist rather it is the knowledge of God Jesus realizes her faith. He tells organization known as the “____Shirts”. SUNDAY and the insights for living that this her that faith has cured her. The a.Red knowledge produces. hemorrhage stops. b.White GOSPEL The apostle continues to say c. Blue that if anyone has a surplus in the Reflection MSGR. OWEN F. CAMPION things of this earth, then this sur- plus should be put at the disposal These three readings all remind 9.In Exodus,the Lord commands Moses to collect blue,purple and crimson yarns.But of those in need. us that human reasoning can be some versions of the of the Bible translate blue as: For its last reading, the church flawed. In the first reading, atten- a.violet 13th Sunday in this weekend offers us a passage tion obliquely is drawn to the fact b. brown from the Gospel of Mark. It is a that some willingly hurt others, on c.molten Ordinary Time collection of two miracle stories. a modest scale, or on a great scale. In the first story, a synagogue The minds of oppressors are dis- 10.This army of Our Lady spreads the word about the apparition at Fatima: Mk 5:21-43 torted, but oppressors often contin- official, Jairus, comes to Jesus, a.Red he Book of Wisdom is the saying that that his daughter is crit- ue to work their evil will. source of the first reading. ically ill. There is no reason to And, even good people can fail b.White TWhen this book originally assume that desperation has driven to see that hardships come not c. Blue was written, the plight of God’s Jairus to sincerity and to faith. He from God, but from nature or the people was not good. They had was certainly desperate. He feared evil acts of others. 11.Baptism garments are most commonly: experienced very much in their that his daughter might die. Paul, in the second reading, a.red history. Among these experiences However, as a synagogue official, reminds us that our priorities easily b.white was the loss of their national inde- he most likely was a religious can be confused. c.blue pendence, with an ongoing humili- man. Finally, St. Mark’s Gospel tells ation and misery. Always in the Scripture reli- us that sickness and anxiety are 12.What does it mean to say a cleric received a red hat? Many had left the Holy Land gious devotion aided a person. part of life. Jesus possesses the key and made new homes elsewhere. Faith illuminated the mind. Faith to eternal life. We access this life a.He became a cardinal. But in these new places, if they eased the way for wisdom. So, in by turning to the Lord. However, b.He was ordained. retained their ethnic and religious his personal goodness, and in his we must be sincere. Our faith c.He was elected pope. identity, they were virtual outcasts. religious devotion, Jairus was able must be real. It is not surprising, therefore, to recognize the divine power 13.After the anti-Christian persecutions ended,seeking an aesthetic life in a that the obviously devout author of within Jesus. monastery was often termed the ______martyrdom. Wisdom took pains to insist that Jesus of course went to the a.red “God does not make death.” God READINGS girl’s bedside and healed her. She b.white does not design the hardships and rose and walked around. Everyone 13th week of ordinary time terrors that come upon people. The saw her recovery. It was not imagi- Monday: Eph 2:19-22 Ps 117:1-2 c.blue evil wills of people bring these nary. Jn 20:24-29 misfortunes upon others. In the second story, a woman Tuesday: Am 3:1-8;4:11-12 Ps 5:4-8 14.At the end of Mark’s Gospel,the women at Jesus’tomb meet a man dressed in: Nevertheless, God’s justice and with a chronic hemorrhage Mt 8:23-27 a.red b.white c.blue goodness will prevail. It may mean approaches Jesus. Discreetly, the Wednesday: Am 5:14-15,21-24 Ps that time is required for the ship of Gospel does not precisely describe 50:7-13,16-17 Mt 8:28-34 15.The pope’s zucchetto is white.What does he do with it? human life to right itself when the hemorrhage, but if it was gyne- a.He wears it on his head. struck by the strong waves of evil, Thursday: Am 7:10-17 Ps 19:8-11 cological in nature, as likely it Mt 9:1-8 b.He rides around on it when the Swiss Guards are not looking. but the ship will right itself was, she was by this fact ritually Friday: Am 8:4-6, 9-12 Ps 119:2, 10, c.He eats it with some mozzarella and Chianti. because God’s justice ultimately unclean. This factor set her apart, will prevail. outside the community. 20, 30, 40, 131 Mt 9:9-13 St. Paul’s Second Epistle to the Under the same rules, anyone Saturday: Am 9:11-15 Ps 85:9, 11- ANSWERS: Corinthians supplies the second whom she touched also was 14 Mt 9:14-17 1.a, 2.b, 3.a, 4.a, 5.c, 6.b, 7.b, 8.c, 9.a, 10.c, 11.b, 12.a, 13.b, 14.b, 15.a reading. This reading states a fact unclean. However, she touched the 16 COMMENTARY JULY 2, 2006 The firm foundation on which Jesus will build his church

Question:How do we know that Jesus the people. The exact nature of by a higher authority. ... Even The word “pope” simply wanted a pope to head the church?,S. the extraordinary power here con- though James, as local leader of comes from the Greek “papas” N.,South Bend ferred became clear through the THAT’S the Jerusalem congregation, and the Latin “papa” meaning historical development of the presided at the Council of the “father.” In the early Western esus himself made St. Peter Christian community in terms of A GOOD Apostles, Paul clearly gives us to church, the word “pope” was the apostle the head of his the primacy of Peter, namely his understand that Peter’s attitude used for any bishop, and in the Jchurch. Jesus promised to do supreme authority in teaching, was the deciding factor in the dis- Eastern church it was confined to this at Caesarea Philippi in governing and sanctifying the QUESTION pute as to whether the Gentile the bishop of Alexandria in Palestine when he told Peter people of God. Christians were subject to the Egypt. Then, in 1073, Pope “You are rock and on this rock I After his resurrection, Jesus Mosaic Law or not.” Gregory VII, in a council at will build my church, and the appeared to the apostles and The First Vatican Council Rome, formally prohibited its use jaws of death shall not prevail asked Peter three times if he ing the transfiguration of Jesus on explains the rationale for Jesus by any other bishop than the against it. I will entrust to you the loved Jesus. Peter said three Mount Tabor. At Caesarea placing Peter at the head of the bishop of Rome. keys of the kingdom of heaven; times that he did love Jesus. This Philippi when Jesus asked the church. “Jesus placed St. Peter at whatever you declare bound on may be a way of Peter making up apostles “Who do men say that I the head of the other apostles that earth shall be bound in heaven; for his threefold denial that he am?,” Peter spoke up: “You are the episcopate might be one and whatever you declare loosed on knew Jesus during the passion. the Christ, the Son of the living undivided, and that the whole Today’s Catholic welcomes ques- earth shall be loosed in heaven.” Jesus then tells Peter three times God.” The threefold denial of multitude of believers might be tions from readers to pose to The “rock” refers to the firm to feed his sheep. The First Christ by Peter during the passion preserved in unity of faith and Father Richard Hire, Father foundation on which Jesus will Vatican Council (1870) cites this was given special prominence in communion by means of a well- Michael Heintz, Father Mark build his church. 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SCRIPTURE SEARCH The Boston College follies By Patricia Kasten Gospel for July 2, 2006 oston College’s president, another Boston College Jesuit, Mark 5:21-33 Father William Leahy, SJ, usefully pointed out, Himes and Following is a word search based on the Gospel reading Hollenbach misrepresented both Bis a man of no small THE for the Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle B: dreams, having publicly declared Rice’s concept of national inter- the healing of two daughters of God. The words can be his intention of leading B.C. to est and its place in the formula- CATHOLIC found in all directions in the puzzle. the position of world’s premier tion of foreign policy, and the Catholic university. (I’m still try- church’s settled moral teaching BOAT CROWD GATHERED DIFFERENCE THE SEA JAIRUS AT HIS FEET ing to figure out what B.C. is on international public life. As GEORGE WEIGEL DAUGHTER DEATH SUFFERED doing in my beloved Atlantic for Iraq, Himes and Hollenbach WORSE TOUCHED POWER Coast Conference, but that’s per- were playing politics in the guise TREMBLING TROUBLE WEEPING haps another matter.) One has to of moral theology. For Fathers CHILD TALITHA LITTLE GIRL admire Father Leahy’s sense of Himes and Hollenbach seemed to met. No small ambitions there, ARISE WALKED TO EAT purpose, which less charitable assume, as self-evidently true, either. souls might even call chutzpah. that the U.S.-led action in Iraq I certainly don’t wish to sug- TOUCHED Recent goings-on at B.C. sug- did not meet the standards set by gest that Father Leahy’s hopes gest, however, that the university the just war tradition. But that is for Boston College are misplaced PTOEATOUCHED is more likely to become a not self-evidently true at all, as I or untoward. Still, the B.C. com- DARWORSETLLE mencement follies came in the Catholic imitation of politically- tried to demonstrate in the April ALREWOPA I IWR correct Harvard than the greatest issue of First Things (www.first- wake of some other — shall we Catholic institution of higher things.com). Serious just war say — peculiarities in Golden UI IHMUOATJKE education on planet earth. analysts could and did have dif- Eagle-land. Another member of GTEHFBHTAEDF Secretary of State Condoleeza ferent prudential judgments about the B.C. theology department, HHJOCLLHDEWF Rice was invited to deliver this what should be done, in early Father John Paris, SJ, publicly TAYWEEP I NGOU supported the campaign to eutha- past May’s B.C. commencement 2003, about a genocidal maniac EDRTGBOSNARS address and to receive an hon- who, defying a dozen U.N. reso- nize Terry Schiavo. B.C. has also orary degree. Many B.C. students lutions, was about to break out of been home to efforts by promi- RJA I RUSFAGCF were thrilled; they admired her, “the box” of international sanc- nent and wealthy Catholic lay- PKRFSBDEKLAW and getting Dr. Rice to their com- tions and resume his quest for men to reinvent Catholicism as PLYTHESEABHN mencement trumped that other regional hegemony and weapons Catholic Congregationalism, PQDEREHTAGXC under the rubric of improved Boston-area university, the one in of mass destruction, and his sup- © 2006 Tri-C-A Publications Cambridge. But Father Kenneth port for international terrorism. management practices. Himes, OFM, the theology But to assert, as a moral given, There are great teachers and department chairman, and Father that the action undertake by the great students at Boston College. David Hollenbach, SJ, who holds U.S.-led coalition in Iraq was Unless Father Leahy gets his fac- released on any of the Vatican’s the Flatley Chair in Father unjustified and indeed unjustifi- ulty to understand that the’60s Web pages, including the coun- Himes’ department, were not able is, as Father McNellis put it, are over, however, his honorable LETTER cil’s, and it wasn’t printed or even thrilled. To the contrary, they a “political disagreement mas- ambitions are going to be, and referred to in the Vatican newspa- were very unhappy campers, and querading as a moral and theo- should be, frustrated. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 per. organized a petition, signed by logical dispute.” The document was dedicated to some-200 other B.C. folk, which That, alas, is par for the more complicated than that. Pope Benedict. But there was no strongly objected to Rice’s hon- course in today’s American Cardinal Lopez Trujillo has a indication that the text had been orary degree. Why? Because, Catholic theological guild, in history of issuing documents that approved or even seen by the pope they claimed, an article she had which Fathers Himes and are deliberately downplayed by the prior to publication. written in Foreign Affairs had Hollenbach are prominent mem- Vatican press office. And while the The pope would probably have argued a view of the role of bers. Another member of the Colombian cardinal inevitably found little to disagree with in the national interest in U.S. foreign guild, Father Drew Christiansen, makes headlines, there are many text; occasionally in his first 14 policy that was incompatible with SJ (now editor of America), has inside the Vatican who would not months as pontiff he has spoken the teaching of the Catholic gone so far as to propose revising want him to be seen as a about these same issues. But he Church. And because Dr. Rice the Catechism of the Catholic spokesman for this pontificate. has presented his teachings about had, in office, committed grave Church to establish, not a parallel Interestingly, the cardinal’s lat- marriage, sexuality and the family errors of “practical moral judg- magisterium of theologians, but a est document was handed out in the context of a wider discus- ment” — meaning her role as shadow government of theolo- unannounced to reporters, without sion about key relationships — national security advisor in the gians who would determine when George Weigel is a senior fellow of a press conference. And then the between God and humans, the decision to go to war in Iraq. the criteria for the morally justifi- the Ethics and Public Policy text simply disappeared from view. body and the spirit, and freedom As Father Paul McNellis, able use of armed force has been Center in Washington, D.C. Ten days later, it still hadn’t been and fidelity. JULY 2, 2006 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 17

KNIGHTS AND MASONS RENEW FRIENDLY RIVALRY Golf enthusiasts from the Knights of Columbus and Scottish Rite Masons in South Bend will renew their friendly rivalry for the 58th year on July 12 at the Four Lakes Country Club in Adamsville, Mich. Following the golf outing, golfers will assemble for an outdoor steak dinner at the clubhouse. Reservation may be made through the following committee members: Tom Mellander at (574) 291-5996; Orville Thornberg at (574) 291-7233 or Kevin Large at Sports (574) 850-4001. — EJD Activities celebrate the heart of champions

BY JOE KOZINSKI around the country, and it occurred “It is definitely an opportunity to me that I hadn’t taken the time for our Saint Joseph’s students to to do anything locally within our see how blessed that they are and SOUTH BEND — In the own community.” not to take life for granted,” Olympics, the long jump is meas- The service commitment does- explained Eric Gohlke, athletic ured by meters against the other n’t fall far in the Godfrey family director. “It also lets our kids see competitors. During Heart of tree. Mary Grace Godfrey, Saint the innocence and joy that is Champions Day at Saint Joseph’s Joseph’s High School Class of brought about by the simplest High School on June 24, the par- 2006, was the inspiration and idea things in life.” ticipants’ efforts were calculated person surrounding the event. “This is a nice mix of fellow- by a higher standard, cheers and “I have worked with many of ship with community service,” positive encouragement. these athletes in the Special said Dana Godfrey, Chris’s wife Approximately 60 athletes from Olympics in swimming and have and Mary Grace’s mother. “All of The University of Notre Dame and truly enjoyed it,” commented the kids are enjoying this event.” Saint Joseph’s High School Mary Grace. “I have been so The day went off without a worked together to provide a com- happy with the amount of volun- hitch. The event featured a fantas- munity service venue for local teers that have come out for this tic turnout, great weather and Special Olympians in events rang- event, especially in the summer. maybe a little overzealousness ing from track and volleyball to a “My dad did the organizing, with the water balloons, but one water balloon toss. and I pitched in with a lot of the message that was emphasized “The event was hosted by the dirty work,” commented Mary again and again. Life Athlete’s Club at Saint Grace. “If you look into the eyes “We are a fellowship of the Joseph’s High School,” explained of some of the athletes, you can heart not of talent,” exclaimed Chris Godfrey, former professional definitely see that it is worth it.” Godfrey. “We all share the same football player, president of Life The participants were not the heart, which is really the most Athletes and Saint Joseph’s High only people receiving the feeling important thing. We set our stan- School board president. “Life of accomplishment during the dards high, and then make the sac- Athletes is a national organization day’s festivities. rifices necessary to achieve them.” that stresses living life with virtue, “I’m normally out here running abstinence and respect for life. cross country,” explained Phil JOE KOZINSKI “The Life Athletes Club is rela- Langthorne, Saint Joseph’s junior. tively new to Saint Joseph’s High “It’s not just one thing that makes Carissa Jaquish, a Notre Dame Softball player, left, poses with Heart of School,” remarked Godfrey. me feel good about this event, it’s Champions Day participant Molly Schmitt, right. The event was hosted by “Bishop (John M.) D’Arcy intro- all of the things that you can see the Life Athlete’s Club at Saint Joseph’s High School. Approximately 60 Puma Volleyball duced me to a group and said with the interpersonal relationships athletes from The University of Notre Dame and Saint Joseph’s High some really good things about between the athletes and volun- School worked together to provide a community service venue for local what our organization has done teers.” Special Olympians. day camp offered for girls ST. JOSEPH-ST. ELIZABETH GIRLS ST. JOSEPH-ST. ELIZABETH BOYS TAKE in grades 3-8 TAKE SOCCER CHAMPIONSHIP GAME CYO SOCCER CHAMPIONSHIP RENSSELAER — St. Joseph College (SJC) volleyball coaches and members of the women’s volleyball team will help improve and teach new skills to interested female campers from grades 3-8 in the Puma Volleyball Day Camp on July 26-28. The camp, which runs from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. CST each day, features three three- hour sessions for skill instruc- tion, practice and competition. Sessions will focus on ball-han- dling, service, passing, footwork and hitting skills, and partici- pants will receive small-group instruction and training. The camp fee is $45, which PROVIDED BY JENNY ANDORFER includes a t-shirt, skill instruc- PROVIDED BY ST. JOSEPH-ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL The seventh and eight grade team of St. Joseph-St. tion and competition. St. Joseph-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s seventh and eighth To register, mail the child’s Elizabeth Ann Seton beat St. Vincent in the Catholic Youth name, address, age, grade (enter- grade girls took the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) Organization (CYO), 3-2, in the championship soccer game. ing fall 2006) and adult t-shirt soccer championship game, a first for the girls team. In size (S, M, L, XL) to St. The St. Joseph-St. Elizabeth team includes Kris Andorfer, Joseph’s College, Puma the photo, from left, are the following: first row, Kailyn Edward Arroyo, Andy Brennan, Carl Deiser, Shawn Doyle, Volleyball Day Camp, P.O. Box Baumgartner, Kaitlyn Krudop, Gia Casaburo; second row, 875, Rensselaer, IN 47978. A Alex Fletcher, Drew Hentz, Bryce Hill, Adam Huth, $20 deposit must accompany the Kate Potchka, Jennifer Downey, Colleen Quigley, Katie Christopher Johnson, Ross Jordon, Patrick Krach, Matt registration. Checks may be Nolan, Ally Stonebraker, Jenny Spatt; and third row, coach made payable to St. Joseph’s Malloy, Wil Mannes, David Nolan, Ethan Rector, Dan College. John Connolly, Alexis Baker, Kim Kleber, Emily Krach, Rodenbeck, Nick Schenkel, Sam Stauffer, Austin For more information, call Jill Schopieray, SJC head volleyball Gabby Denning, Abbie Christian, Lauren Gabrek, Anna Stonebraker, Mike Streicher and Dan Vandegriff. The coach, at (219) 866-6334 or e- Thelen, coach Bob Christian and coach Dan Quigley. coaches are Jim Huth, Pete Mannes and John Streicher. mail [email protected]. 18 TODAY’ S CATHOLIC JULY 2, 2006 “Cars” (Disney) Delightful computer-animated Books tell of Founders’ fight for movie set in a world of anthropo- MOVIE morphic autos about a cocky race- car (voiced by Owen Wilson) CAPSULES which, while en route cross-coun- religious freedom, beliefs try to compete in a prestigious NEW YORK (CNS) – Following are championship, is unexpectedly detained in a neglected desert in 1782, and Benjamin Rush, one of Frederick Chair in Religion, BY BEN GRUVER recent capsule reviews issued town, where his growing friend- the most influential physicians and Philosophy and Public Policy at the ship with the town’s four-wheeled social reformers of the American Enterprise Institute. by the U.S. Conference of residents (voiced by Paul Newman, WASHINGTON (CNS) — This Revolutionary period. “This is significant,” Novak Catholic Bishops’ Office for Bonnie Hunt and Larry the Cable Fourth of July, Americans not Some of them had opinions said. He also noted that such terms Film and Broadcasting. Guy, among others) effects a only can celebrate their independ- about Catholicism. as “under God,” which was added change of heart regarding fame in ence but also their religious liber- “I have long been decided in to the Pledge of Allegiance in 1954, “A Prairie Home Companion” the fast lane. Co-directed by John ty, thanks to our Founding opinion that a free government and really “begin with Washington.” (Picturehouse) Lasseter and Joe Ranft, the film Fathers. the Roman Catholic religion can Abraham Lincoln, who was a Leisurely paced, virtually plot- has a full tank of humor and emo- “The Founders on Religion: A never exist together in any nation or student of Washington, used “under less fictional riff on radio racon- tions — not to mention bar-raising Book of Quotations” and country,” Adams said to Thomas God” in the Gettysburg Address. teur Garrison Keillor’s long-run- visuals — while its solid story- “Washington’s God” both illustrate Jefferson as quoted in Hutson’s book. “The phrase ‘under God’ ties us ning series as Keillor (playing telling imparts a charming message the truth about the Founders’ faiths In “Washington’s God,” co- to ... early historical moments,” himself) presents his “final” show, about taking the time to appreciate and religious beliefs. authors Michael Novak and his Novak said. “And it’s main point is with top-liners including singing what really matters in life. The James Hutson, chief of the man- daughter, Jana, both Catholics, there’re limitations on government.” sisters (Meryl Streep and Lily USCCB Office for Film & uscript division at the Library of examine the way Washington spoke The great Christian preachers Tomlin) and cowboy (Woody Broadcasting classification is A-I Congress, is the editor of “The of God and providence. They also were in favor of independence, Harrelson and John C. Reilly) — general patronage. The Motion Founders on Religion.” debunked the myth that Novak said. People didn’t need to acts, while 1940s sleuth Guy Noir Picture Association of America rat- He spoke at a luncheon on Washington was a deist. Deists be intimidated by each other (Kevin Kline), a mysterious ing is G. Capitol Hill at the Rayburn House reject revelation or authority as because they all had the same femme fatale (Virginia Madsen) Office Building June 13. sources of belief, believing in God rights by the same God, he said. and a shadowy figure (Tommy Hutson said many books of quo- purely on rational grounds. “That’s why Washington insist- “The Hidden Blade” (Tartan) Lee Jones) weave throughout the Terrific 19th-century Japanese tations only mention one or two “A deist,” Novak said, “is some- ed on public prayer — to keep peo- action. Fans of Altman will appre- drama about an honorable samurai things about the Founders’ religion one who believes, ‘Well, God may ple faithful to that and behaving in ciate the trademark multicharacter (Masatoshi Nagase) who is asked and try too hard to make a case for have created the world but he does- light of that,” Novak said. “They’re canvas, and naturalistic setups to hunt down and kill his friend what they believed by using anec- n’t really take sides. He really does- asking God’s favor — they better (with lots of overlapping dia- (Yukiyoshi Ozawa) who has turned dotes that are false, which he said n’t interfere in individual lives. He behave like God’s people.” logue), used to mourn the passing renegade, with a romantic subplot damages the credibility of what is starts the world and lets it go.’” “As we face the court threats of a gentler age. The country- involving a former family domestic true. Washington respected all reli- against ‘In God we trust’ and ‘under styled tunes are a highlight. Some (Takako Matsu) whom the samurai “The Founders on Religion” is a gions and didn’t criticize anyone God,’ it’s important to go back (and brief crude humor, mild irreligiosi- rescues from an abusive family and byproduct of a 1998 exhibition at because of what they believed, study) Thomas Jefferson and ty, some innuendo and risque song takes into his home, but for whom the Library of Congress: “Religion according to Novak’s book. Washington and James Madison,” lyrics, and an instance of profani- he cannot declare his feelings. The and the Founding of the American When Washington asked Novak said. “It’s a violation of ty. The USCCB Office for Film & USCCB Office for Film & Republic,” which Hutson put Maryland politician Charles Carroll American history not to see ... the Broadcasting classification is A-III Broadcasting classification is A-III together. what Catholics hoped to gain from great role that religion played in — adults. The Motion Picture — adults. The Motion Picture In it, he showed that the their newfound freedom, Carroll giving people courage and direction Association of America rating is Association of America rating is R. Founding Fathers were Christian responded that Catholics wanted to in fighting for liberty.” PG-13. and that religion was indispensable be free from religious tests for pub- to the nation’s institutions. lic office, Novak said in an inter- “(The Founding Fathers) were view with Catholic News Service idiosyncratic,” Hutson said in his June 16. Daycare Openings talk. Carroll was the only Catholic to For instance, he said, John sign the Declaration of Adams was a Unitarian and George Independence and worked to win Preschool Lead Teacher Special Education Coordinator Washington was an Episcopalian political and civil rights for Must have CDA, Associate Degree Must have Bachelor’s Degree who believed in providence — the American Catholics. guiding power of an invisible hand. Novak said an example that in Early Childhood Development in education with emphasis Washington was also a Mason, as illustrates Washington wasn’t a or Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education. were many Christians in his day. deist comes from when he was gen- Hutson searched for figures who eral of the Continental Army — he in Elementary Education represented religious views of peo- encouraged his men to pray for the Both positions require negative drug screen and clean criminal history; ple at the time. Seventeen people assistance of divine providence in First Aid & CPR certification; knowledge of High/Scope curriculum preferable. are quoted in the book. their duties. In addition to the Founding Belief in providence helps one SEND RESUMES TO Fathers, Hutson quoted some lesser understand his or her success is Attn: Daycare Openings • Catholic Charities, 1817 Miami, South Bend, IN 46613 known figures, such as John owed in part to God, “and it tem- Dickinson, who was president of pers the bitterness of defeat,” said FAX:(574) 289-1034 • email: [email protected] Delaware in 1781 and Pennsylvania Novak, who holds the George NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE EOE

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Events that require an admission charge Lawrence L.Cagnet,63, Notre Dame Florence Hollard, 80, Our Lady of Good Hope Sister M.Ellarita or payment to participate will receive one free listing. For additional listings of that event, please St.Patrick Sullivan, CSC, 92, call our advertising sales staff to purchase space. Richard L.Gotschall, Our Lady of Loretto Natalie Kopinski, 85, 76, St.Charles Christ the King Borromeo Plymouth parish is located at 829 W. Blood drive at St. Joseph Francisca O.Vela, 72, Barbara J.Babbitt, 73, MISC. HAPPENINGS Calvert St. (Corner of West Glenn M.Forst Jr., 81, Living history day to celebrate Roanoke — St. Joseph Church, St.Michael Corpus Christi Calvert and South Chapin). 641 N. Main St., will have a Cathedral of the St. Patrick anniversary blood drive from 2 to 7 p.m. All Immaculate South Bend Emrich A.Wensits, 89, Walkerton — A living history Knights plan fish fry donors will receive a t-shirt. Call day will celebrate 150 years of Conception Evelyn B.Walsh, 82, St.Mary of the Fort Wayne — The Knights of 1-800-GIVE-LIFE to schedule St.Anthony de Padua Assumption St. Patrick Parish at the Freedom Columbus Council 451, 601 an appointment. Adeline M.Sliger, 88, Fest at Hester’s Farm, 71880 SR Reed Rd., will have a fish fry on 23 on July 1-4. St. Peter Henrietta I.Richardson, Loretta M.Zmyslo, 80, Friday, July 7, from 5 to 7:30 First Sunday rosary for families 93, Holy Family Holy Family p.m. The cost is $6 for adults, $3 Fort Wayne — The first Sunday Elmer J.Wunderlin, 76, St. Hedwig plans parish festival for children 12 and under. Fish, rosary for families will be at St.Jude Marvin L.Williams, 63, Verna G.Dorn, 91, South Bend — The St. Hedwig two sides and beverage are MacDougal Chapel on Sunday, St.Matthew Cathedral St.Adalbert Parish festival will be Sunday, included. July 2, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Michael J.Biggins, 47, July 2, beginning with Mass at Father Christy from St. Vincent Most Precious Blood Paul J.Radomski, 90, Steve J.Torok, 88, 11 a.m. Polish wedding food, St.Joseph Our Lady of Hungary Knights plan fish fry de Paul will be attending. Dolores Marie Carroll, cash bar, games, raffles and South Bend — The Knights of music by Soundstations will be 79, St.Mary Mary A.Slater, 80, Syracuse Columbus Council 5521, 61533 Center for Hospice Invites held in the air conditioned Our Lady of Hungary Jerry L.Curry, 69, S. Ironwood Dr., will have a Volunteers to Serve Hampton J.Whitmore, Memorial Center until 5 p.m. St.Martin de Porres spaghetti dinner on Friday, July Plymouth — The Center for 85, St.Therese Margaret F.Griman, 90, 7, from 5 to 7 p.m. Adults $7, Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc. St.Matthew Cathedral Warsaw Our Lady of Hungary Parish Festival children (5-12) $3. Chicken Granger South Bend — The Our Lady of will have volunteer training at Martha Jane Rabb, 78, strips for $7 and shrimp for $8 112 South Center St., July 17, 19 Tom J.Heeter, 68, Rosemary M. Hungary Parish Festival will be will be available. Sacred Heart held on Saturday, July 15, from 4 and 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. St.Pius X Delahanty, 85, Training will focus on the hos- St.Joseph Yoder to 10 p.m. with entertainment by Rummage sale Lakeville the Jim Deka Trio. Food includes pice philosophy, communication Russell L.Amaden Sr., Bristol — St. Mary of the skills, spirituality, family dynam- James E.Patnoude, 81, Marie C.Jagodzinski, Hungarian Langalo, Kolach, cab- 65, St.Aloysius Annunciation, 411 W. Vistula St., ics, patient care, bereavement, Sacred Heart of Jesus 85, St.John the Baptist bage and noodles, goulash, will have a rummage sale Friday sausage, hotdogs and beer. A and more. Volunteers will assist and Saturday, July 7-8, from 9 a.m. patients and families with bake sale, tips, raffles, kid’s to 2 p.m. in Annunciation Hall. games, dancing and music. The respite, transportation, laundry, tion, contact Ellen Brown, Msgr. William Martin errands, companionship, or Volunteer Resources bereavement. Scheduling for vol- Coordinator, at (574) 935-4511 dies at 76 unteers is flexible. For informa- or (800) 774-2784. TRAVEL HOME Msgr. William Martin, a retired priest of the Diocese of Gary, WITH died June 5 at 76. William ThruThru Martin was born Aug. 10, 1929 in Fort Wayne and raised on the “KRESTA IN THE east side of town. His parents were William F. CCHRISTHRIST Martin and Lucille C. Kinti. AFTERNOON” William was the oldest of six children: Barbara, James, who 5:00 TO 6:00 PM doesdoes ourour died in 1957, Darlene, Donna and Richard. He studied for the priesthood at Sacred Heart comfortcomfort Seminary, Our Lady of the Lake Seminary and St. Meinrad’s and abound.abound. was ordained in Fort Wayne at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on May 26, 1956. The following year, the Diocese of Gary split off of the Diocese of Fort Wayne, and Father Martin would spend the rest of his career as a priest of the MEMORIAL CHAPEL Diocese of Gary. He served as associate pastor at St. Peter in Since 1913 Mungovan & Sons Laporte 1956-59. Early assign- has always had the time. ments as pastor took him to the 2114 S. Calhoun St. inner city, serving at St. Luke, St. Ft. Wayne, IN 46802 Monica and later at Ss. Monica (260) 744-2114 and Luke, all in Gary, for 26 years. His final pastorate was at ©2005 MKJ Marketing The Holy Name of Jesus Parish Community from 1985 until his retirement in 1999. Catholic Radio On May 28, 2006 Msgr. Martin celebrated his 50th anniversary of ordination at Queen of All Saints Church in 1450 AM Michigan City with his fellow priests and hundreds of friends. He is survived by sisters To contact us or to provide financial support: redeemerradio.com Barbara (Bob) Garrett, Darlene or Redeemer Radio, P.O. Box 5636, Fort Wayne, IN 46895 (Jim) Stapleton, Donna (Dave) Hawthorne and brother Dick (Rosie) Martin as well as numer- ous nieces and nephews. 20 TODAY’ S CATHOLIC JULY 2, 2006 FLAG DISPOSAL CEREMONY HOSTED BY KNIGHTS Fifth annual Magee 3 Triathlon set July 22

BY IDA CHIPMAN we hold the Magee 3 Triathlon,” Krysta said. “It is nice to be with our family PLYMOUTH — On July 23, the and friends on that day. It helps us third weekend of the month in realize what is really important in 2000, tragedy struck the lives of life.” Krysta and Mike Magee. Money raised at the event — The young couple, both nearly $6,000 so far — is donated Plymouth High school graduates, to the Marshall County Dive Team had married in 1998. and the Plymouth Emergency Krysta was seven months preg- Medical Service. nant with their first child. “We wanted to do something to She was driving a Jeep thank them,” she said. Cherokee with three passengers: The first Magee 3 Triathlon her sister-in-law, Melanie Davis of drew 30 participants. The fourth Lafayette, and her two children, saw 70 people compete. Mike Michaela, 5, and Elaine, 3, when, expects more this year. at the Pear Road crossing near “It’s a lot of fun,” Krysta said. Culver, she struck a Norfolk and People can enter as individuals Southern train, causing the Jeep to or teams. The unofficial course is a spin. 440 yard swim, a 10 mile bike ride “Everyone was wearing a seat and a 3.5 mile run. The race starts belt,” she said. Nevertheless, the at 8 a.m. on Saturday, July 22. backs of the two front seats broke Registration at 7 a.m. and the two young women in the This year, Team Lafayette has front were thrown out of the car PROVIDED BY COUNCIL 451 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS challenged Team Plymouth. The over the top of the youngsters in Lafayette group has Eric and Members of the Anthony Wayne Assembly Honor Guard conducted a flag disposal cere- the back seat. Melanie Davis and brother, Kyle mony on June 14 at Council 451 Knights of Columbus in Fort Wayne. This annual cere- The Plymouth Emergency Davis while the Plymouth Team is Medical Service arrived in short made up of Mike and Krysta and mony provided the dignified disposal of the American flag. order. Melanie and her children David Fortin. were airlifted to Fort Wayne’s “I’m a little bit worried,” Parkview Hospital and Krysta was Krysta said. “I haven’t trained at initially transported to Saint all and Melanie does the San ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON HOUSE DEDICATED Joseph Medical Center, Plymouth. Francisco to Alcatraz Triathlon in Krysta was quickly transported addition to several others. to Memorial Hospital in South “We may be outmatched.” Bend. Marc Laudeman of Bremen has During the ambulance trip she captured the title and the trophy in felt a very sharp pain in her lower the individual men’s race all four back, an indication that something years. Last year he finished a full was terribly wrong. minute ahead of the pack with a Ultrasounds at the hospital time of one hour and three minutes. diagnosed her condition as a pla- The food will be supplied by centa abrupta. Opie’s Deli, the new eatery in It confirmed the fear that town, operated by Krysta’s brother, Michael Noel Magee had died in Nate. Dr. John Hill, superintendent his mother’s womb as a result of of Plymouth schools, is the official the trauma suffered just hours ear- time keeper. lier. “We’re not sanctioned or any- “Noel is the reason that, on the thing,” Krysta said, “but we have a third weekend in July, since 2002, great time.” COMMUNITY LEADERS DONATE BLOOD

DON CLEMMER Father Bob Schulte reads from Scripture at the dedication of a house adjacent to the Vincent House property in Fort Wayne while Ann Helmke, left, executive director of Vincent House and others listen. This house was sponsored by parishioners of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton to honor Father Schulte, their former pastor, by providing a home for a family in need. MARK WEBER Catholics can get families together in early July to going to the meeting they are to Bishop John M. D’Arcy joined other Christian and Jewish pray for families, the Vatican “recite as a family the Our Father, clergy to donate blood at the American Red Cross indulgence for praying announced June 27. the creed and other devoted for families in early July An indulgence is a remission of prayers” asking God to strengthen Headquaters in Fort Wayne on June 27. With Bishop the temporal punishment deserved their families. D’Arcy are Dr. Peter Scaer, professor, Concordia VATICAN CITY (CNS) — To for sins. Both those in Spain and those encourage Catholics to attend the In order to receive the indul- remaining at home are to promise Theological Seminary, left, and Bishop Daniel May, presi- Fifth World Meeting of Families in gence, Catholics must attend the to “dedicate themselves generously dent, Indiana District Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. Valencia, Spain, and to recite meeting in Spain, go to confession, to conforming their families ... to prayers with their families, Pope receive the Eucharist and offer the holy rule of the Gospel,” said Joining them were David Bussell, President, Congregation Benedict XVI is offering a special prayers for the intentions of the the decree, which was signed by B’nai Jacob Conservative and Rabbi Jonathan Katz, spiritual gift, the Vatican said. pope. U.S. Cardinal J. Francis Stafford, “The gift of a plenary indul- If they cannot go to Spain, the head of the Apostolic Penitentiary, Congregation Acduth Vesholom Jewish Temple. Their gence” will be given to those who decree said, “they will obtain the a Vatican court responsible for reg- combined appointment to donate blood was part of an participate in the July 1-9 meeting same plenary indulgence under the ulations governing indulgences. in Spain or who gather their own same conditions,” but rather than effort to emphasize the need for donors from all faiths.