January 6, 2013 50¢ Today’s Catholic Volume 87, No. 1 todayscatholicnews.org wishes all Serving the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend a blessed 2013 Looking back at 2012 in photos Pages 8-9 ODAY’’S ATHOLIC Epiphany: TTODAYS CCATHOLIC Following the star In Truth and Charity Page 2 ‘Jesus shows us the face of God,

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Papal message FORT WAYNE — “The people who walked in for peace darkness have seen a great light; upon those who dwelt in the land of gloom a light has shone.” Those Peacemakers love, words from the prophet Isaiah were proclaimed at the Midnight Mass celebrated by Bishop Kevin defend, promote life C. Rhoades at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Page 5 Conception in Fort Wayne. “This prophecy was fulfilled when God’s light radi- ated from the manger in Bethlehem on this holy night,” Bishop Rhoades said in his homily. “It is the light of the Word made flesh, the Son of God, who came to dwell Faith, farming among us. His birth was announced to the shepherds by the angel of the Lord: ‘For today in the city of David a and family savior has been born for you who is Christ and Lord.’” Bishop Rhoades added, “What St. Paul wrote to Titus Meet the Driscolls is true: ‘the grace of God has appeared, offering salvation Page 10 to all.’” “God’s grace is no longer hidden,” Bishop Rhoades said. “It appeared, manifested in the flesh, revealed in the infant wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a manger.” Apostles’ Creed JOE ROMIE series concludes The infant Jesus statue adorns the Nativity scene at the Cathedral of the Immaculate MASS, PAGE 16 Conception in Fort Wayne. ‘The resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen’ Page 11 Make room for God, pray for peace, pope says at Christmas services impossible: He was made flesh,” the pope told BY CINDY WOODEN tens of thousands of people gathered in St. Peter’s Square for the blessing. “Yet this same God cannot enter my heart VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Benedict unless I open the door to Him,” Pope Benedict XVI urged people to think seriously about said. God’s desire to be close to each person is their faith at Christmas, and he urged them to a source of hope and truth that results in “kind- recognize the connection between believing in ness, justice and peace.” God and helping others through acts of charity Pope Benedict prayed for the people of and by praying and working for peace. Syria, “deeply wounded and divided” by con- The birth of Jesus is a source of hope for flict and violence. He appealed for an end to the world, “a hope in which we can trust, even the fighting, for “easier access for the relief of at the most difficult times and in the most dif- refugees and the displaced” and for a dialogue ficult situations,” the pope said Dec. 25 before that would bring a political solution to the cri- giving his solemn blessing “urbi et orbi” (to sis that began in March 2011. the city of Rome and the world). During his Christmas Day address, he also Standing on the central balcony of St. repeated his prayers for peace throughout the Peter’s Basilica, he wished people a merry Middle East, for peace in the Holy Land and Christmas in 65 languages. In English, he said, for the people of Egypt as they continue to CNS PHOTO/PAUL HARING “May the birth of the Prince of Peace remind struggle to build a new democracy. He also the world where its true happiness lies, and prayed that China’s Communist Party leader Pope Benedict XVI prays at the Nativity may your hearts be filled with hope and joy, Xi Jinping and the other new leaders of China’s for the Savior has been born for us.” scene after celebrating Christmas Eve Mass With the birth of Jesus, God “has done the POPE, PAGE 3 in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican Dec. 24. 2 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC January 6, 2013 TODAY’S CATHOLIC

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We are all called to be stars, to star as the star tence and who guides us toward the fullness be saints, who help to lead others along the of promise. Only they followed the star in of life in heaven. He is the light who guides path toward Christ, to show God’s light by search of God. Our Holy Father wrote that us on our journey of faith. There are other the way we live, speak, and act. through the language of creation, they dis- smaller lights (other stars) that help us on In this New Year, let us resolve, with the covered the God of history. the journey: the saints. Pope Benedict calls help of God’s grace, not to be afraid of the Pope Benedict says that we can leave the saints “stars of God” who show us the darkness and to follow Him who is the light the debate about the nature of the star over light of Christ and help us to follow the of the world. United in Christ, guided by Bethlehem to scientists. The Holy Father path to heaven. the Holy Spirit, and assisted by the prayers teaches the most important truth about this This past Tuesday, New Year’s Day, we of Mary and the saints, may we live our mystery: The great star, the true supernova celebrated the feast of the greatest “star of faith with courage and vitality in this New that leads us on, is Christ himself. He is as God” after Jesus Himself: Mary, the Mother Year! January 6, 2013 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC 3 USCCB committees call for action Special collection Jan. 5-6 in response to Newtown tragedy to aid Hurricane Sandy WASHINGTON (CNS) — The WASHINGTON D.C. — needs include food, water, chairmen of three committees of Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades has clothing and adequate shelter. the U.S. Conference of Catholic announced the diocese will A long-term goal is the recon- Bishops issued a joint statement sponsor a special collection on struction of damaged churches Dec. 21 stressing the need for gun Epiphany weekend, Jan. 5-6, to and related needs. control, improved services for the aid victims of Hurricane Sandy. Funds from the Collection mentally ill and a critical exami- The U.S. bishops recognize for the Church in Latin nation of the violence in today’s the ongoing needs of the vic- America and Catholic Relief movies, videos and television tims on the East Coast and ask Services already have been des- shows. parishioners to be generous ignated to support relief efforts The statement was released in during this special time of the for the victims of Hurricane response to the Dec. 14 shooting at year. Sandy in the Caribbean. This Sandy Hook Elementary School in “The Church is a primary special collection will be desig- Newtown, Conn., that left 20 chil- source of healing and peace nated for the recovery of those dren, the principal and five teachers when tragedies like this hap- in the United States. dead. pen,” said Archbishop Joseph Funds collected will be used The bishops said they joined E. Kurtz, vice-president of the to support the efforts of the New York Cardinal Timothy M. U.S. Conference of Catholic USCCB and Catholic Charities CNS PHOTO/ANDREW GOMBERT, POOL VIA REUTERS Bishops (USCCB), in a letter USA, the official domes- Dolan, president of the USCCB, Mourners gather inside St. Rose of Lima Church for a vigil service in who in a Dec. 14 statement to all U.S. bishops issued Dec. tic relief agency of the U.S. Newtown, Conn., Dec. 14. At least eight child victims of the Sandy Hook expressed his “profound solidarity 4. Depleted resources make Catholic Church, to respond to with and prayers for the families, Elementary School shooting massacre were buried from St. Rose, located it “more difficult to provide immediate emergency needs friends, neighbors, and communi- a little more than a mile from the school. aid, comfort and, most impor- and to the long-term pastoral ties whose hearts have been rent by tantly, the sacraments to those and reconstruction needs of the the loss of a child or loved one.” “desensitized all of us.” port for responsible gun legislation in need,” he said. Immediate Church. “Understandably this tragedy “We need to admit that the and for a federal ban on assault has given rise to discussions about viewing and use of these products weapons as well as for better care In addition to raising “the great national policies and steps that can has negative emotional, psycho- for those with mental illness and moral question of our attitude be taken to foster a culture that pro- logical and spiritual effects on steps to address the growing use of toward the homeless, toward refu- tects the innocent and those most people,” they added, stressing that violence in entertainment. POPE gees and migrants,” the question vulnerable among us. It is time for parents, guardians and youths need The statement also had called CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 goes deeper and asks, “Do we really our nation to renew a culture of life resources to “evaluate entertain- on sisters to participate in the have room for God when He seeks in our society,” said the committee ment products intelligently.” nationwide effort Dec. 21 to to enter under our roof?” chairmen. The bishops said the tragic remember the 26 people killed in government would respect the People get so busy today and They are Bishop Stephen shooting also points to the need for the Newtown school as monasteries contribution that religions want to so full of themselves, he said, that E. Blaire of Stockton, Calif., society to “provide health services and churches tolled their bells 26 make to the country. “there is no room left for God.” Committee on Domestic Justice and support to those who have times at 9:30 a.m. Support for Latin American In addition, he said, more and and Human Development; Bishop mental illnesses and to their fami- Archbishop Richard Smith migrants and an end to conflicts, more people are under the mistaken John C. Wester of Salt Lake City, lies and caregivers.” of Edmonton, Alberta, president ethnic and interreligious ten- impression that faith leads only to Committee on Communications; “Burdensome health-care poli- of the Canadian Conference of sions in Mali, Nigeria, Congo and strife because of instances when and Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades cies must be adjusted so people can Catholic Bishops, wrote a Dec. 17 Kenya also were among the pope’s people claiming to be religious have of Fort Wayne-South Bend, get help for themselves or others in letter to Cardinal Dolan expressing Christmas Day prayers. done horrible things, supposedly in Committee on Laity, Marriage, need. Just as we properly reach out “heartfelt prayers and deepest sym- As he began celebrating mid- God’s name. Family Life and Youth. to those with physical challenges pathies” to the families and com- night Mass Dec. 24 in St. Peter’s “It is true that religion can The bishops called on all we need to approach mental health munity of Newtown, the Diocese Basilica, Pope Benedict looked become corrupted and, hence, Americans and elected leaders in concerns with equal sensitivity,” of Bridgeport and the parish of St. tired, though he brightened up when opposed to its deepest essence,” he particular to have “faith-filled cour- they continued. “There is no shame Rose of Lima.” laypeople brought up the gifts of said. “We must be on the lookout age to address the challenges our in seeking help for oneself or oth- “Canadians join with Americans bread and wine for the offertory. for these distortions of the sacred.” nation faces, both in our homes and ers; the only shame is in refusing to and the rest of the world in He wore gold vestments, topped At the same time, he said, people in our national policies.” provide care and support.” lamenting this tragic moment. It by a “fanone,” a round silver and of faith must show the world that They noted that “guns are too The bishops also noted the is not only the local community gold vestment that he began wearing belief in God means belief in the easily accessible” and cited a “glimmers of hope in this trag- of Newtown or your own nation last October at a canonization Mass. dignity and sacredness of every 2006 document by the Vatican’s edy,” pointing out those who made which is experiencing such great Msgr. Guido Marini, master of human being created in His image, Pontifical Council for Justice and extraordinary efforts to protect life. loss and sorrow, but also the whole papal liturgical ceremonies, said the and honoring the divine image “in Peace that stressed the importance They said the schoolteachers, prin- of North American society,” the traditional papal vestment — last every person, in the weak, in the of enacting concrete controls on cipal, students, first responders and archbishop wrote. “Our culture has worn by Blessed John Paul II early stranger, in the poor.” handguns and noted that “limiting other leaders “showed tremendous become mesmerized and exploited in his pontificate — was seen as a Religion also has been a constant the purchase of such arms would courage during the tragedy.” by violence in its many dehuman- symbol of the “shield of faith that source of efforts to promote recon- certainly not infringe on the rights A Dec. 20 statement by the izing and senseless forms. protects the Church.” ciliation and goodness, he said. of anyone.” Leadership Conference of Women “Its victims are not only the On separate gold thrones in front During his homily, Pope They also reiterated some of Religious similarly noted how dead, the wounded, their families of the central altar of St. Peter’s Benedict offered special prayers for what the U.S. bishops said in a the school shooting calls for gun and the citizens of Newtown. Basilica were a statue of the baby peace in the Holy Land, Lebanon, 2000 statement on “Responsibility, control and efforts to change the Each of us has been injured and Jesus and an illustrated Book of the Syria and Iraq. He prayed that Rehabilitation and Restoration: A culture of violence in the entertain- hurt: every heart by the images of Gospels open to the Christmas story. “Christians in those lands where Catholic Perspective on Crime and ment industry to prevent further human suffering, every soul by the Ten children, representing every con- our faith was born may be able Criminal Justice.” tragedies. malice and cruelty at work in any tinent, laid flowers before the statue to continue living there” and that The statement urged U.S. legis- “There is much to mourn, but act of violence.” at the beginning of Mass, and then Christians and Muslims in the lators to support measures that con- mourning is not enough,” the state- In response, Cardinal Dolan accompanied Pope Benedict to the Middle East would cooperate in trol the sale and use of firearms and ment said, noting that “gun regula- thanked the archbishop, saying the basilica’s Nativity scene at the end of building peaceful societies. make guns safer. They also called tion is an imperative.” support “as our northern neighbor Mass to lay the baby in the manger. The day after Christmas, Pope on sensible regulations of handguns “This is also a time to restore comforts us and reminds us that In his homily, Pope Benedict Benedict recited the Angelus with and limited access to assault weap- civility to our world and work to the Catholic community is a single said God made Himself a baby so visitors gathered under gray skies in ons. The bishops also said legisla- change the pervasive culture of vio- community, not divided by rivers that people could overcome their St. Peter’s Square. Marking the feast tors should confront the pervasive lence found throughout this nation, and mountains, but united in the fear of God and “dare to love Him.” of the first martyr just a day after role of addiction and mental illness and especially in the entertainment one family of Jesus.” The pope said he always is struck celebrating Christ’s birth, the pope in crime. industry.” “We shall continue to work by the line in the Gospel Christmas said, is an affirmation of faith that In responding to the Newtown The LCWR statement urged the together,” he wrote, “so both our story that there was no room in the “believers called to give witness in tragedy, the bishops also urged organization’s members to “stand nations discover a rebirth of love inn for Mary and Joseph, so Jesus difficult and dangerous situations are entertainers, particularly film pro- up and speak out for the sacredness and a renewed appreciation for the was born in the stable. not abandoned and defenseless: the ducers and video game creators, to of the lives of these children and all gift and value of each human life Christians should ask themselves, Spirit of God will speak in them.” recognize the extent of violence in people everywhere.” and every human family.” “What would happen if Mary and movies, television programs and They urged women religious to Joseph were to knock at my door?” Contributing to this story tell elected officials of their sup- was Francis video games, which they said have he said. X. Rocca. 4 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC January 6, 2013 Pope visits butler in jail, In Holy Land, Christmas traditions include personally delivers pardon family, parades and Mass

BY JUDITH SUDILOVSKY BY CINDY WOODEN “I’m too emotional to say any- thing else,” she said. The day Gabriele began JERUSALEM (CNS) — The VATICAN CITY (CNS) — serving his sentence, Cardinal simmering smell of cinnamon, During a 15-minute meeting in Tarcisio Bertone, Vatican sec- nutmeg and cloves in Catholic the Vatican police barracks, Pope retary of state, said Gabriele’s parishes across the West Bank Benedict XVI visited with his crime caused damage to the pope and Israel heralds the start of former butler, Paolo Gabriele, and to the universal Church. the Christmas season in early and told him he was forgiven and By stealing private correspon- December as families prepare was being pardoned. dence to and from the pope and burbara, the special wheat pud- Jesuit Father Federico other sensitive documents, and ding eaten to mark the feast day Lombardi, Vatican spokesman, by leaking them to an Italian of St. Barbara, known as Eid said the pope had wanted “to journalist, Gabriele committed “a El-Burbara in Arabic. confirm his forgiveness and to personal offense against the Holy According to local Christian inform him personally of his Father,” the cardinal wrote. tradition, St. Barbara, who was acceptance of Mr. Gabriele’s His actions also “violated the beheaded by her pagan father request for pardon.” right to privacy of many people; because of her Christian faith, The Vatican described the created prejudice against the Holy was held and tortured in a tower pope’s visit Dec. 22 and the par- See and its different institutions; that stood in the nearby village of don as “a paternal gesture toward created an obstacle between the CNS PHOTO/DEBBIE HILL Aboud. The Musallam family puts final touches on a Christmas tree at their a person with whom the pope communications of the world’s At a special Mass Dec. 4 at shared a relationship of daily bishops and the Holy See; and apartment in the West Bank city of Bethlehem Dec. 15. Christmastime St. Joseph Parish in Jifna, the for Christians in the Holy Land is family time — with many attending familiarity for many years.” caused scandal to the community parish hall was laden with the services, presenting gifts, visiting friends and sharing traditional treats. Gabriele was allowed to return of the faithful,” he wrote. homemade puddings presented home the same day; he had been Gabriele’s lawyer had told in festive plates and decorated Pictured with Rami Musallam and his wife, Loreen, are 8-year-old Ameer, in a cell in the Vatican police bar- an Italian newspaper in July that with chocolate Santa Claus bars, 4-month-old Sarah, and Aram, 5. racks for almost two months after Gabriele had written “a confiden- colored candies, sugared almonds tial letter to the pope,” asking for being found guilty of aggravated sprinkled with cocoa. Families naturedly admonished to behave grotto.” his forgiveness and telling the theft for stealing and leaking send bowls of the fragrant pud- lest they end up with nothing. To prepare for the moment, he pope he had acted alone. private Vatican documents and ding studded with dried fruit and In Catholic communities in said, he leaves all his other duties Gabriele had told investigators papal correspondence. nuts to Muslim and Christian Israel, a family member tradition- half an hour before the Mass and that he had acted out of concern Sentenced to 18 months in jail, friends and neighbors. ally dresses up as Santa Claus goes to the sacristy to prepare for the pope, who he believed Gabriele began serving the sen- “Normally we begin our and hands out presents to the spiritually. was not being fully informed tence Oct. 25. Christmas celebrations after children on Christmas Eve. More “I feel as if ... Jesus Christ is about the corruption and Gabriele, 46, who worked in St. Barbara,” said Father Firas recently, stores offer their own really born at that moment in the careerism in the Vatican. He had the papal apartments from 2006 Aridah, pastor. Families begin “special delivery service” with grotto. It is very calm. I can feel repeated the claim at his trial. until his arrest in May, has been decorating their homes and employees dressing up as Santa the holiness of our Lord. The Father Lombardi also told barred from further employment Christmas trees after the feast, Claus to deliver gifts. opportunity to say Mass in the reporters Dec. 22 that Claudio at the Vatican. He, his wife and he said. On Dec. 15 parishioners Across the West Bank in grotto is a piece of heaven left for Sciarpelletti, a computer techni- three young children have been begin a novena, marking the nine towns with large Christian popu- us on earth by our Jesus Christ,” cian in the Vatican Secretariat of living in a Vatican apartment days before Christmas, in a com- lations, young people often dress he said. State who was found guilty of but will have to move now that munity-wide celebration when up as Santa Claus during the The infant Jesus statue remains obstructing the Gabriele investi- he is no longer employed by the the village Christmas tree is lit season and ring hand-held bells in the grotto from midnight until gation and was given a suspended Vatican, Father Lombardi said. and all the parishioners light their as they traipse around the town. 2 a.m., when it is returned to Our sentence, has returned to work Gabriele’s wife, Manuela home decorations. In Israeli cities such as Haifa and Lady Mary altar. in the Secretariat of State. A full Citti, told the Rome newspaper, Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts Nazareth, children dressed as “We pray in the grotto and pardon also is expected for him, Il Messaggero, that the pope’s lead a festive procession around Santa Claus are also a common read the Nativity story from the Father Lombardi said. clemency filled her with joy. the village, and the three priests site. Gospel. The real feast is in the from the Greek Orthodox and While pilgrims congregate grotto, but we can’t say Mass Catholic churches come together on Manger Square, most local there for everybody,” he said. to celebrate and greet one another Bethlehem Catholic families have The traditional, more-crowded at St. Joseph Catholic Church. their holiday meal at home. They midnight Mass televised around In Israel, too, many Catholic attend an early Mass Christmas the world is celebrated at St. communities will have their own Eve at their local parish where Catherine Church. scout procession in the days there is a solemn procession with In the Melkite Catholic village leading up to Christmas. Some a statue of the infant Jesus. of Mi’ilyah in Galilee, decorating parades are replete with bagpipes, At St. Catherine Church, the village entrance is an opportu- a tradition that extends to the adjacent to the Church of the nity for young people to socialize days of British control. Nativity, Massgoers participate in and have fun. However, this year, A newer tradition in a tradition reaching back at least the festivities will be subdued Bethlehem, West Bank, finds to the 18th century. A nearly life- in memory of a village resident people singing Christmas carols size statue of the newborn Christ, who was murdered recently in the in Manger Square starting Dec. normally kept at the side altar of seaport town of Eilat, said Latifa 16 as choirs sponsored by the Our Lady Mary, is placed in front Assaf, 33, of Mi’ilyah. As is the municipality perform through of the main altar a few days prior custom in Arab society, families Christmas Eve, said Minerva to Christmas, said the Bethlehem who have lost loved ones during Andonia, 35, of Bethlehem who parish priest, Father Marwan the last year do not have festive is Catholic. Her husband is Greek Di’des. celebrations for the holiday, even Orthodox. “At the end of Mass, in a nice though they still participate in the As almost everywhere, gift- procession the Latin patriarch religious ceremonies. giving is an important part of the takes the statue and places it in The two days following festivities, though without the the grotto,” at the Church of the Christmas are spent visiting fam- shopping frenzy often associated Nativity, said Father Di’des, who ily and friends across Israel and with the Christmas season in the as Bethlehem parish priest will be the West Bank. In Mi’ilyah, the United States and elsewhere. conducting a midnight Mass in male members of families go “Presents are necessary,” the grotto for 60 parishioners who together in the early morning to CNS PHOTO/L’OSSERVATORE ROMANO VIA REUTERS Andonia said. “It’s the spirit obtained tickets on a first-come pay condolence calls to families Pope Benedict XVI talks with former papal butler Paolo Gabriele during of Christmas, but you can give basis. “This is important not only who have lost loved ones during a private audience at the Vatican Dec. 22. The pope pardoned Gabriele, something not expensive.” for the people there but also for the year. In the West Bank, broth- who was convicted in October of stealing and leaking sensitive docu- Children also wait — impa- everyone watching via the mass ers traditionally visit their sisters, ments from the Holy See. After meeting with the pontiff, Gabriele was tiently — for the arrival of Santa media. For me it is a privilege bringing them small gifts and freed from prison and returned to his family, the Vatican said. Claus, she said, and are good- to be able to say Mass in the sweets. January 6, 2013 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC 5 In Christmas message, Jerusalem patriarch speaks of ‘so many concerns’

BY JUDITH SUDILOVSKY ring to the many mainly African refugees, migrants and asylum seekers in Israel, some of whom JERUSALEM (CNS) — have entered Israel through Egypt in Jerusalem’s Latin patriarch said recent years. church leaders are “perplexed” “The church feels very close to by the complex situation in the these faithful and does not hesitate Middle East. to raise their voices when these “We are confronted by so many communities feel attacked,” he said. concerns and issues,” said Latin He also applauded the decision Patriarch Fouad Twal, who said by the U.N. General Assembly people want “more stability and granting Palestinians observer status, democracy.” calling it a “step toward peace and “The joy of Christmas is stability in the region.” At the same overshadowed by the staggering time, he told reporters, the planned violence in Syria. We are full of Israeli expansion of settlements in compassion for the victims,” said in the Jerusalem area would make his message, noting that the Catholic it more complicated to reach an Church in Jordan has been actively Israeli-Palestinian peace agreement. helping 250,000 Syrian refugees. In his message the patriarch also He noted that on Dec. 16, he had CNS PHOTO/DEBBIE HILL noted that, in the spirit of ecumen- made his first visit to the Christian A Christian pilgrim touches the star in the grotto of the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem Dec. 13. The church is ism, the Assembly of Catholic community in Gaza following the oldest in the Holy Land still used for regular worship. The silver star — parts worn smooth by the veneration of Ordinaries of the Holy Land have the violence in November and pilgrims — marks the site of Christ’s birth. decided that this year, Catholics will witnessed the difficult situation in celebrate Easter according to the which they live. don’t come back. My message to patriarch. been Jewish and Muslim religious Julian calendar, on May 5, together “I denounce the severe restric- them is to stay, stay, stay, but if they “We call it harassment in a lim- leaders. with the Orthodox Churches in all tions that dehumanize the daily lives don’t stay I understand, without jus- ited scale,” added Auxiliary Bishop Despite the best efforts of the parishes. This will not happen in of 1.6 million people and gener- tifying this departure.” William Shomali, who attended the police and interreligious initiatives, Jerusalem and Bethlehem because ate feelings of hatred and hostility He said the Israeli authorities press conference with the patriarch. the vandalism continues and perpe- of the Status Quo agreement and the toward Israel,” he said in the mes- have said they would provide 500 In a chart handed out to jour- trators are not caught, he said. influx of pilgrims. He said a decree sage. travel permits for Christians in Gaza nalists, the church leaders listed “Interreligious dialogue can only is set to be approved by the Vatican He noted that — unlike the to celebrate Christmas in Bethlehem 31 incidents of vandalism that bear fruits in acts of mutual respect,” to permanently establish this change Christian community in the West this year. occurred against Jewish, Muslim he said in his message. “I reiterate as early as 2014. Bank, where emigration “appears to In response to a journalist’s and Christian holy sites, institutions my dismay at the desecration of He told journalists he hoped the be slowing” — in Gaza the number question regarding persecution of and cemeteries over the past year. churches, convents, synagogues, Greek Orthodox would follow suit of Christians decreases every year. Christians in the region, the patri- All of the incidents were carried mosques and cemeteries that offends and agree to celebrate Christmas This year there are slightly more arch said that the issue of persecu- out either by Jews or Muslims, everyone. We must take out the evil with Catholics Dec. 25, 2013. than 1,330 Christians living in Gaza, tion “should not be overstated.” Patriarch Twal noted. He added that at its root by educating our youth in “Although the Greek hierar- he said. “We will never use this word Christian leaders viewed it a positive all schools.” chy was not (for) this decision, “We can count them by num- persecution. It is not for us. sign that the first to condemn such Patriarch Twal noted that the the request came from the Greek bers,” he told journalists at a news Everywhere we have problems. In actions when they have taken place diocese in the Holy Land has been Orthodox and Catholic faithful,” he conference. “When they leave, they Europe, we have problems,” said the against Christian institutions have welcoming many immigrants, refer- said. Peacemakers love, defend, promote life, pope says in peace day message they urge the legislative adop- As part of Pope Benedict’s dis- he said. With an emphasis on pro- ers must pay attention to “the food BY CINDY WOODEN tion of “false rights or freedoms,” cussion about religious freedom, moting free markets, the right and crisis, which is graver than the employing “the clever use of he insisted governments recognize need to work is too often treated financial crisis” today. According VATICAN CITY (CNS) — True ambiguous expressions aimed at and uphold “the right to invoke the simply as a market variable. to the U.N.’s World Food peacemakers defend human life promoting a supposed right to principle of conscientious objec- “In this regard, I would reaf- Program, some 870 million people at every stage of its existence abortion and euthanasia.” tion in the face of laws or govern- firm that human dignity and in the world are “chronically hun- and promote the common good True peacemakers, the pope ment measures that offend against economic, social and political gry,” and hunger kills more people through their economic policies said, “are those who love, defend human dignity, such as abortion factors demand that we continue each year than AIDS, malaria and and activities, Pope Benedict XVI and promote human life in all its and euthanasia.” to prioritize the goal of access to tuberculosis combined. said. dimensions.” “Sadly,” he said, “even steady employment for everyone,” “The issue of food security is In his annual message for the “Anyone who loves peace can- in countries of long-standing he wrote. once more central to the interna- World Day of Peace Jan. 1, Pope not tolerate attacks and crimes Christian tradition, instances of As the global economic crisis tional political agenda as a result Benedict said attacks on human against life,” he said. religious intolerance are becoming continues to be felt around the of interrelated crises, including dignity and human rights — from Pope Benedict also said peace- more numerous, especially in rela- world, he said, people need to sudden shifts in the price of basic abortion and euthanasia to limits makers need to take a new look at tion to Christianity and those who “promote life by fostering human foodstuffs, irresponsible behavior on religious freedom, and from the importance of the traditional simply wear identifying signs of creativity in order to draw from by some economic actors and religious fanaticism to “unregulat- family in handing on the values their religion.” the crisis itself an opportunity for insufficient control on the part of ed financial capitalism” — under- that promote peace and in resolv- In all people of good will, the discernment and for a new eco- governments and the international mine efforts to bring peace to the ing problems and tensions that pope said, the New Year brings nomic model.” community,” the pope said. world. undermine peace. hope for a better and more peace- The current economic model, Peace isn’t simply a feeling or The pope’s message was “The family is one of the ful world. the one that led to the crisis, a passive awareness that things are released Dec. 14 at a Vatican indispensable social subjects for Yet, he said, “it is alarming to promoted “maximum profit and going well, the pope said. Peace news conference led by Cardinal the achievement of a culture of see hotbeds of tension and conflict consumption,” which basically is implies “activity, compassion, Peter Turkson, president of the peace,” he said. caused by growing instances of a selfish, individualistic approach, solidarity, courage and persever- Pontifical Council for Justice and Cardinal Turkson, presenting inequality between rich and poor, the pope said. “In economic activ- ance.” Peace. the message, said Pope Benedict by the prevalence of a selfish and ity, peacemakers are those who At the end of the message, While reiterating Catholic was being very concrete in help- individualistic mindset, which also establish bonds of fairness and which the Vatican sends to heads teaching about the sacredness of ing people understand what it finds expression in an unregulated reciprocity with their colleagues, of state around the world, Pope every human life and about the takes to promote true peace. “He financial capitalism.” workers, clients and consumers.” Benedict prayed that God would dangers of an unregulated free- calls attention to the most urgent Pope Benedict said true peace- “The creation of ethical struc- enlighten them “so that, besides market economy, Pope Benedict’s problems, the correct vision of makers must work to counter the tures for currency, financial and caring for the proper material message explained those teachings matrimony, the right to conscience increasingly popular notion that commercial markets is also funda- welfare of their peoples, they may as logical, natural principles need- objection, religious freedom as “economic growth should be pur- mental and indispensable,” Pope secure for them the precious gift ed for a life marked by dignity and ‘freedom to’ (contribute to soci- sued even to the detriment of the Benedict wrote. “These must be of peace, break down the walls peaceful coexistence. ety), the question of work and state’s social responsibilities.” stabilized and better coordinated which divide them, strengthen In fact, he said, some people unemployment, the food crisis, the The right to have a steady job and controlled so as not to prove the bonds of mutual love, grow in may not even realize they are financial crisis and the role of the is “one of the social rights and harmful to the very poor.” understanding, and pardon those promoting a “false peace” when family in education.” duties most under threat today,” Pope Benedict said peacemak- who have done them wrong.” 6 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC January 6, 2013

Religious colleges win 2013. Funds would be used to help pay off the $1.8 million mortgage legal round with court on the archdiocesan headquarters in Washington’s Brookland neigh- ruling on HHS suit borhood and establish an endow- ews riefs ment for future needs. Both steps WASHINGTON (CNS) — Four n B days after the first federal appellate- are expected to ease some of the level hearing on two religious col- pressure of having to raise $4.5 mil- leges’ legal challenge to the contra- lion to $5.5 million annually from ceptive mandate, the appeals court NATIONAL SHRINE ILLUMINATED ON CHRISTMAS EVE private donors for the archdiocese’s said Dec. 18 the lawsuit will remain operation, Archbishop Broglio told pending and it “will hold” the gov- IN WASHINGTON Catholic News Service. “I think car- ernment to its word that it plans to ing for military personnel is a con- modify enforcement of the mandate cern of most American Catholics, for some religious employers. Oral and I think they will be generous,” he arguments were heard in the case said. The military services archdio- Dec. 14 by a three-judge panel of the cese is responsible for many of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District same services and ministries as any of Columbia Circuit in Washington. other diocese. Its staffers minister In their ruling, the judges said that not just to soldiers, but their families the government said in its argument as well. “The Archdiocese for the that “there will be a different rule for Military Services basically provides entities like the appellants ... and we all the services that a Catholic terri- take that as a binding commitment.” torial diocese would provide except The government said it will publish that our people, rather than being notice of proposed rulemaking in members of a diocese or archdiocese the first quarter of 2013 and issue a because of where they are located, final rule before August 2013. “We they are members because of who take the government at its word and they are,” Archbishop Broglio said. will hold it to it,” the ruling said, adding that the government also has Irish government to report to the court every 60 days about its progress on this modifica- announces plans tion. Last year, the Obama adminis- to legalize abortion, tration put in place a yearlong period, called “safe harbor,” that protects with limits employers from immediate govern- ment action against them if they fail DUBLIN (CNS) — The Irish gov- to comply with the mandate. The ernment has announced plans to circuit court said the government legalize abortion in limited circum- must continue to protect the two col- stances, but Minister for Health leges from enforcement of the man- James Reilly insisted his plans will date. William Thierfelder, president take “full account of the equal right of Belmont Abbey College, called to life of the unborn child.” The the ruling “a major victory” and “the CNS PHOTO/DANIEL SONE announcement contradicts a 2011 answers to our prayers.” Belmont Lights illuminate the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on a campaign promise by Prime Minister Abbey College’s case was the first to Enda Kenny that his government be filed challenging the Department foggy Christmas Eve in Washington Dec. 24. would not introduce abortion in the of Health and Human Services man- predominantly Catholic country. In a date last November. statement, Ireland’s four top Catholic churchmen said everyone should be concerned by the announcement. Pope advances sainthood the Second Vatican Council through and the Senate, the bishops also the refundability of low-income tax “If what is being proposed were causes of Pope Paul VI, to its end and helping implement called for a “circle of protection” credits, the charitable deduction and to become law, the careful balance its far-reaching reforms. He is also around programs such as poverty- the millions of people who benefit between the equal right to life of more than 850 others well remembered as the author of focused international assistance, from them,” the bishops wrote. “It is a mother and her unborn child in “Humanae Vitae,” his 1968 encyc- affordable housing and community in our nation’s interest that Congress current law and medical practice VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope lical reaffirming Church teaching development, education, workforce act in a bipartisan manner to replace in Ireland would be fundamentally Benedict XVI advanced the saint- that artificial birth control is intrinsi- development and emergency unem- sequestration with a balanced and changed. It would pave the way hood cause of Pope Paul VI by cally wrong, which became a focus ployment compensation. The letter thoughtful alternative that calls for for the direct and intentional kill- recognizing the Italian pope as hav- of controversy and dissent. Amid from Bishop Richard E. Pates of shared sacrifice by all, eliminates ing of unborn children. This can ing lived the Christian virtues in a the strains and pressures following Des Moines, Iowa, chairman of the unnecessary spending, addresses the never be morally justified in any heroic way. He also recognized a Vatican II, he received the nickname Committee on International Justice long-term costs of health insurance circumstances,” said their statement. miracle attributed to the intercession the “Hamlet pope,” for his report- and Peace, and Bishop Stephen E. and retirement program fairly and It was signed by Cardinal Sean of an Italian martyr who, with an edly anguished decision-making and Blaire of Stockton, Calif., chair- raises adequate revenues,” the letter Brady of Armagh, Northern Ireland; estimated 800 other people, died at his evident suffering over problems man of the Committee on Domestic said. Archbishop Diarmuid Martin of the hands of Ottoman invaders in the of the Church. However, he was Justice and Human Development, Dublin; Archbishop Dermot Clifford 15th century, and he recognized a also remembered as a strong leader outlined their concerns as budget of Cashel; and Archbishop Michael miracle attributed to the first blessed who decisively guided the Church talks continued between Republican New collection seen Neary of Tuam. They said human to be born, live and die in Colombia, through a time of crisis. House leaders and the White House. as boost for Archdiocese dignity depended on “our respect Blessed Mother Laura Montoya. No fiscal deal had been reached as of for the right to life of every person They now can be declared saints. Dec. 20 as the country moved closer for the Military Services from the moment of conception to The pope also formally recognized Budget deal must shield to a series of automatic spending cuts natural death. The right to life is the WASHINGTON (CNS) — The the martyrdom of 33 victims of the — known as sequestration — and most fundamental of all rights. It is charitable deductions, head of the Archdiocese for the Spanish Civil War and advanced the end of Bush-era tax cuts set for the very basis for every other right Military Services is expecting great- the causes of 18 other men and tax credits, bishops say Jan. 1. The cuts under sequestration we enjoy as persons.” They also er financial stability and less pressure women. During a meeting Dec. 20 would affect discretionary spending urged that, when the legislation is WASHINGTON (CNS) — on the delivery of ministries and ser- with Cardinal Angelo Amato, pre- on military and non-military pro- introduced, lawmakers be allowed to Deductions for charitable giving, tax vices once funds from a new national fect of the Congregation for Saints’ grams alike. The bishops are among vote according to their consciences. credits for working families and vital collection hit the books in 2013. Causes, the pope signed the decree leaders of charities across a wide “All involved, especially public rep- programs that serve poor and vulner- Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio said approving the heroic virtues of Pope spectrum of services and activities resentatives, must consider the pro- able people in the United States and the collection, approved by the U.S. Paul VI, making him “venerable.” who are concerned that elimination found moral questions that arise in abroad must be protected in any bud- Conference of Catholic Bishops dur- Before Pope Paul can be beatified, of the charitable deduction provision responding to today’s announcement get deal that reduces the country’s ing the fall general assembly, is pro- the Vatican must recognize that a will cause donors to reduce contribu- by the government. We encourage $16 trillion deficit, the chairman of jected to raise at least $10 million miracle has occurred through his tions, a step that could be devastating all to pray that our public representa- two U.S. Conference of Catholic when it is taken every three years in intercession. Born Giovanni Battista to many non-profit organizations, tives will be given the wisdom and Bishops committees told Congress. participating dioceses. The collection Montini 1897 in the northern Italian schools and religious groups. “Any courage to do what is right,” they In a letter sent Dec. 14 to each mem- is likely to be taken near Veterans province of Brescia, Pope Paul VI is deficit reduction agreement or frame- said. probably best remembered for seeing ber of the House of Representatives work for future reform must protect Day in November, beginning in January 6, 2013 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 7

Father Timothy Radcliffe Judith Anne Beattie will speak on “Pray Always — Pray in all offers Vespers and lecture Ways” • Jan. 17 — Holy Cross Father NOTRE DAME — The Institute Nicholas Ayo will speak on for Church Life (ICL) will host around the diocese “Contemplation — A Response to Dominican Father Timothy Violence” Radcliffe on the campus of the • Jan. 23 — Jesuit Father Brian University of Notre Dame in Dunkle will speak on “Discerning January. Father Radcliffe is the the Spirit in Daily Life” former worldwide Master of the BAZAAR BENEFITS RETIREMENT, MINISTRY WITH POOR FUND • Jan. 30 — Professor Keith Order of Preachers, commonly Egan will speak on “A Surge of known as Dominicans, and cur- the Heart … A Glance towards rently a scholar-in-residence at the Heaven.” After a short break, Dominican Studium, Blackfriars Sister Judith Anne will lead the Hall at Oxford University. participants in a centering prayer. A distinguished international The Evenings of Reflection will speaker and author of numerous start at 6 p.m. at the Sacred Heart spiritual and theological articles Parish Center on Douglas Road, and books, Father Radcliffe’s north of the University of Notre most recent publication is “Take Dame. Tickets are $5. Seating is the Plunge: Living Baptism and limited to 40 participants, so regis- Confirmation.” He was awarded tration is strongly recommended. the Michael Ramsey Prize for For more information and to theological writing in 2007, and register, contact Patricia Bellm at is a Sarum Canon of Salisbury [email protected], (574) 631-1379 Cathedral. or visit icl.nd.edu/icl-events. While visiting the University of Notre Dame, Father Radcliffe will be involved in one event in USF hosting math the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South competition for high Bend, and a second event on Notre Dame’s campus. Both events are school students open to the public. FORT WAYNE — The On Sunday, Jan. 13, Father University of Saint Francis will Radcliffe will offer a Vespers host the state’s only American Service at St. Matthew Cathedral Mathematics Competition (AMC) in South Bend. All parishioners 10/12 for high school students in from the Diocese of Fort Wayne- grades 9-12 on Tuesday, Feb. 5 in South Bend are welcome. Vespers LINDA M. DILTZ the Pope John Paul II Center. will be followed by a wine and Activities will begin at 6 p.m. cheese reception at St. Matthew From left, Holy Cross Sister M. Rose Edward Goodrow, director of Development for the with food and refreshments, and the Cathedral. More information is Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Notre Dame, presents Kathryn Schneider, 75-minute test will follow. A pro- available at www.stmatthewcathe- gram will be available to parents dral.org. This event is co-spon- executive director of St. Margaret’s House, South Bend, with handmade baby blankets during the test, and the event will sored by St. Matthew Cathedral for families in need. The Sisters of the Holy Cross donated a variety of goods remaining wrap up with awards. Depending and the Institute for Church Life. upon scores, students may have a On Thursday, Jan. 17, the after their annual Christmas Bazaar to brighten the holidays for people served by both St. chance to advance to national-level ICL will host Father Radcliffe’s Margaret’s House and the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Proceeds from the bazaar benefit competition. lecture, “Can Christianity An optional two-hour preparatory Touch the Imagination of Our the sisters’ retirement fund and the Ministry With the Poor fund, which provides grants session will be offered in the Pope Contemporaries?” The lecture for Holy Cross sisters’ ministries with marginalized people around the world. John Paul II Center on Wednesday, begins at 7:30 p.m. in Andrews Jan. 30 at 6 p.m. For additional Auditorium, located in the Lower practice materials, go to: amc.maa. Level of Geddes Hall. All are wel- org. To register for the competition, come, and there is no charge for Nicholas Ayo points to a sad contact Carolyn Exner at cexner@ admission. Details are available Elkhart County Right to Office of Worship posts reality, which many in the active sf.edu or (260) 399-8067. at https://icl.nd.edu/icl-events/ Life to hold rally, march liturgical trainings world face today. To “Be Still First administered in 1950, the timothy-radcliffe-op/. and Know that I AM,” to anchor AMC’s purpose is increasing inter- ELKHART — Elkhart County FORT WAYNE — The Office oneself in the presence of God, est in mathematics and developing Rev. James Lamb to speak Right to Life will sponsor the sec- of Worship has organized dioc- is — and always has been — a problem-solving ability through a at March for Life rally ond annual Elkhart County Rally esan liturgical trainings in challenge for the faithful believer series of friendly mathematics com- and March for Life on Saturday, February and March for lectors who is active in the affairs of the petitions for junior (grades 8 and FORT WAYNE — Rev. James Jan. 12, at the Lerner Theater, 410 and extraordinary ministers of world. With the parable of Mary below) and senior (grades 9-12) high Lamb, the executive director for South Main St., at noon. Holy Communion. Registration is and Martha, the Evangelist Luke school students. National Lutherans for Life, will The program will feature required. highlights the tension experienced Academically talented students be the keynote speaker at the 39th emcee, Chuck Freeby with LeSEA Lector trainings will be on by those who feel drawn to a more in the competition who apply to the Annual March for Life commem- Broadcasting, and keynote speaker Feb. 9 at St. Jude Church in Fort contemplative form of prayer and University of Saint Francis directly orating the 40th anniversary of Peter Heck. Wayne, and on March 2 at Christ at the same time are committed out of high school may receive merit Roe v Wade. The rally, to be held Heck is host of “The Peter Heck the King Church in South Bend. to the active realm of the secular scholarships ranging from $2,500- at noon at the University of Saint Show” radio program, which airs Extraordinary minister train- world. But is there really a choice $9,000 over four years. The USF Francis Performing Arts Center — daily in central Indiana and centers ings will be on Feb. 2 at St. to be made in favor of one over the mathematics program integrates the- the former Scottish Rite — will on political and social issues. He has Charles Church in Fort Wayne, other; is it genuinely a question of oretical math and problem solving, begin at noon on Saturday, Jan. debated key national figures such as and on Feb. 23 at St. Joseph “either-or”? providing a well-rounded prepara- 19. The march will follow the Ellen Johnson (president of American Church in Mishawaka. More spe- These and other questions will tion for future scientists, analysts, rally. Atheists) and Barry Lynn (executive cific information, as well as the be guiding a series of Evenings problem solvers and educators. A “Silent No More” awareness director of Americans United for the full registration form (cost is $15 of Reflection under the title: “Be event will be held at the Federal Separation of Church and State), and per training), can be found online Still … The Contemplative in the Building immediately following has interviewed many other prominent at http://bit.ly/V6HlfP. Active World.” The Institute for the march. individuals such as former presidential Church Life at the University of The USF Performing Arts candidate Alan Keyes and conserva- ‘Be still’ evenings of Notre Dame will host the oppor- Center is located at 431 W. Berry tive commentator Ann Coulter. reflection to be offered tunity to explore the place of St. in downtown Fort Wayne. The rally will include testi- contemplative prayer in an active The rally and march are spon- monies from women who have NOTRE DAME — “Much of the world. In a series of four events, sored by the Allen County Right experienced abortion and will be violence in our world is due to distinguished speakers will share to Life and the Three Rivers followed by a march to Women’s a lack of us becoming still and their thoughts and invite the audi- Educational Trust Fund. Care Center. For more information, www.elkhart4life.org a negligence of contemplative ence to share their experience and go to . prayer!” insights: With these words, Father • Jan. 8 — Holy Cross Sister 8 TODAY’S CATHOLIC January 6, 2013 A Year in Review —

Our Sunday Visitor, a national Catholic publishing house located in Huntington and founded by Archbishop John F. Noll, celebrated the 100th anniversary in 2012. Events included an open house in May and a Mass of Thanksgiving and Rededication and symposium on Sept. 28 in Fort Wayne.

CNS PHOTO/L’OSSERVATORE ROMANO Pope Benedict XVI met Feb. 9 with U.S. bishops from Indiana at their “ad limina” visits to the Vatican. Seated at left are Auxiliary Bishop Christopher J. Coyne of Indianapolis; Bishop Timothy L. Doherty of Lafayette; Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades of Fort Wayne-South Bend; and Bishop Dale J. Melczek of Gary. Bishops from Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin were making their “ad limina” visits to the Vatican to report on the status of their dioceses.

JOE ROMIE The faithful of the diocese participated in a Eucharistic Procession through the streets of Fort Wayne on June 10, the feast of Corpus Christi.

Forty-three Catholic dioceses, including the Diocese of Fort Wayne- South Bend, schools, hospitals, social service agencies and other institu- tions filed suit in federal court May 21 to stop three government agen- cies from implementing a mandate that would require them to cover contraceptives and sterilization in their health plans. The U.S. bishops encouraged a Fortnight for Freedom June 21 to July 4 in support of religious liberty. Multiple rallies were held in Fort Wayne and South Bend and special Masses were celebrated June 22 in South Bend and June 30 in Fort Wayne.

Ministers and represen- tatives of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod presented 112 letters with 1,396 signatures in sup- port of Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades and Catholics to “stand together for religious liberty” at a gathering on the plaza of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Fort Wayne on April 17. Msgr. Robert Schulte, rector of the cathedral and diocesan chancellor, KAY COZAD stands at the right. Deacon Chris Lapp was ordained to the diaconate on May 12 at JOE ROMIE the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Fort Wayne. January 6, 2013 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 9 The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend ushered in the Year of Faith on Oct. 11 with a Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Fort Wayne. “The Year of Faith is a great opportu- nity for all of us to grow in our relationship with A Year in Review — God and to rediscover the truth, beauty and power of the Catholic faith,” Bishop Kevin This app, which went live Oct. 11, is titled “My Year of Faith.” The Diocese of Fort Wayne- C. Rhoades said in South Bend says that with its mobile app, it is answering Pope Benedict XVI’s call to use anticipation of the new media and technology as part of a faith-building initiative. year.

KAY COZAD Father Benjamin Muhlenkamp, left of Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades, and Father Jacob Meyer, right, pose with Bishop John M. D’Arcy, bishop emeritus, seminarians and deacons after their Mass of Ordination to the Priesthood at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Fort Wayne on May 26. The diocese joined forces with RENEW International to introduce the new initia- tive, ARISE Together in Christ, a three-year parish centered process focused on spiritual renewal, evangelization and adult formation for faith seekers in the diocese. The eight- to 12-member small Christian communities formed in many parishes across the diocese in September to complete the first of the five six- week sessions.

KEVIN HAGGENJOS After blessing the new Saint Joseph High School in South Bend on Aug. 25, Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades returned to the school on Nov. 28 to bless the Chapel of Saint Joseph and dedicate the altar, where he placed a relic of St. André Bessette, a Holy Cross brother who was canonized a saint on Oct. 17, 2010.

At right, the statue of St. Kateri Tekakwitha is located in the recently blessed Chapel of Saint Joseph in Saint Joseph High School in South Bend. St. Kateri Tekakwitha is the first Native American saint, and a worthy example of sanctity for young people today. St. Kateri was canonized along with another North American, St. Marianne Cope, on Oct. 21. JOE ROMIE Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades dedicated the altar and blessed the St. Felix Catholic Center in Huntington on March 3. After the blessing the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist announced that the religious order would use part of the facility KEVIN HAGGENJOS for formation of their sisters. The center is also used for retreats. 10 TODAY’S CATHOLIC January 6, 2013 Nix heritage celebrated Faith is foundation of farming family life at special Mass BY LAURIE KIEFABER URBANA — It takes more than knowledge of seeds, chemicals BY SHIRLEY SMITH ily members who lived in the area. and equipment to be a grain farmer A large number of Nix today; it takes a lot of faith. relatives attended the Mass cel- Frank and Matthew Driscoll and NIX SETTLEMENT — A spe- ebrated by Father Mauman and their families have had a deep, abid- cial Mass was celebrated at St. the reception following in the ing faith for generations and attend Catherine of Alexandra Church church hall. There were over St. Robert Bellarmine Church in (Nix Settlement) by Father Adam 50 relatives attending, meeting North Manchester. The fifth-gener- Mauman, on Dec. 14, with Father and getting to know each other ation farmers grow about 450 acres Dale Bauman concelebrating. better and which branch of the each of corn and soybeans, 100 Father Mauman’s wish was Nix family they came from. acres of wheat and raise about 1,200 to say a Mass for Nix relatives Attending relatives came from as hogs from farrow to finish annually. at St. Catherine’s Parish as he is far away as California, Kentucky, “If you didn’t have faith, you a descendant of the Nixes that Indianapolis, Muncie, Crown wouldn’t be doing it,” said Frank. started the parish. Point, Pleasant Lake, Fort Wayne “You plant the seed and hope it Father Mauman’s great and the surrounding area. grows; you have to have faith. ... It’s grandmother, the now deceased Seven families of the Nix heri- a blessing we can have the lifestyle LAURIE KIEFABER Mildred (Nix), daughter of the tage are currently parishioners of we have.” Matthew and Frank Driscoll sit with their 92-year-old mother, Anne, late Henry and Minnie Nix, had St. Catherine Parish. The original land where they who remembers the Dust Bowl and farming the land with her late hus- grown up attending Mass at St. Father Mauman was ordained farm was homesteaded in 1834 dur- band Eugene in rural Urbana. The Driscolls attend St. Robert Bellarmine Catherine Church. Mildred was on June 12, 2010. Shortly there- ing Andrew Jackson’s presidency, Church in North Manchester. married to the late Carl Johnson. after began his first assignment Frank said. It’s always been in the Jacob Nix, a few generations as associate pastor at Our Lady Driscoll family name, but Frank and back, had the first Mass in his of Mount Carmel, in Carmel. He Matthew’s cousins owned it until with the sister of the man she would pray for a good harvest. home as early as 1848 for the area, is the son of Richard Gene and 1986. celebrate 50 years of marriage with “... During planting, we always before the first church was built. Cynthia Mauman, of Marion, and The farm, cultivated by the Irish- in 1999. Anne and Eugene Driscoll ask (God) for a safe planting, the The name Nix Settlement came grandson of Marceline Johnson- Catholic family, grew over the years were wed in 1949 and came to guidance to make the right decisions from the large number of Nix fam- Wall of Huntington. and now supports three families. In Indiana in 1951 to farm here. with seed selection and purchasing 1955, a national plowing contest Eugene died in 2006, but they had new equipment ...” Beth said. was held at the farm where Vice many good years of faith and farm- Beth and Matthew’s wife, Father Adam President Richard Nixon attended, ing together. Angela, have worked outside the Mauman, a Frank said. The Driscolls continue to pass home, which helps support the descendent of “There’s a lot of rich history their faith on to the younger gen- families during difficult times. The the Nix family, is here,” said Beth Driscoll, Frank’s eration through prayer. Recently, drought has not helped any farm- shown with his wife of 16 years. “There’s a lot of Matthew, who takes an interest in ers, but it wasn’t as bad as initially parents Cynthia small farmers out there plugging breeding show pigs, took his son predicted. and Richard away with faith every day trying to Ryan and Frank’s son Daniel to “This year’s crops are at least Gene Mauman, make a living.” show their hogs in Louisville, Ky. one-quarter better than they were in and grandmoth- Frank and Matthew’s mother, “They prayed the joyful myster- 1988,” Frank said. er Marceline Anne, helped create their faith foun- ies on the way to the hog show,” “In a drought year, we usually dation with a good example. She Beth had heard. Wall. have more insects and microbial life grew up on a farm in Duncan, Neb., The Driscolls are thankful to be feeding on the plants,” Frank con- as one of 10 Catholic children. raising their children on a farm. tinued. “That’s the difference; my “First of all, we did rely on our “They get to see the real world set cost per bushel varies depending faith,” the 92-year-old matriarch from beginning to end, from seed on how much I produce. Land cost said. “We said our prayers every to crop,” Matthew said. “Living in is the same whether I produce a lot day and often recited the rosary town, they wouldn’t have that kind or a little. Conditions are really vari- together. We prayed, especially of opportunity.” able and prices are subject to the because of the storms. We always “They get to see the complete board of trade.” Father Adam prayed very faithfully, as we were in life cycle,” Frank added. Still, Frank and Matthew Driscoll Mauman the path of storms.” Farming is a hard life, espe- have enjoyed farming for its free- concelebrates With the Rocky Mountains to cially during planting and harvest. dom and opportunities. “I like driv- Mass with Father the west, “the storm were pretty vio- “There’s times you’ll go without ing the equipment (combines and Dale Bauman, lent at times,” she explained. “We sleep for a day or two,” Matthew tractors),” Frank said. “... (Farming) pastor of St. wouldn’t have been surprised to be said. The two brothers shift between teaches you patience. You plant the in the path of a tornado. We spent Catherine of caring for their crops and the hogs, seed and you have to wait; nothing time going into our basement during Frank explained. is instantaneous.” Alexandra Church storms.” But the Driscolls are thankful Matthew appreciates breed- (Nix Settlement). Anne vividly remembers shock- that farming allows for flexible fam- ing show pigs and “being around ing grain, riding cows because “they ily time. “We’re tired, but Frank and animals when they’re born — the were tame” and gardening veg- I try to make an effort to attend our newness of life. What’s their future? etables with her siblings — which kids’ activities,” Matthew said. “We What will they turn into?” included three sets of fraternal have the opportunity to take care of But the Driscolls never forget twins. She also remembers attending Mom. I’m thankful for that. We’re their role as farmers. “God’s there Catholic grade school and the Dust there for our family in important (in the seeds) and tells them when to Bowl. times.” start,” Matthew said. “We just facili- PHOTOS PROVIDED BY SHIRLEY SMITH “(The grasshoppers) were deter- Frank and Matthew’s two older tate the process.” mined to have something to eat,” sisters come home from Idaho and In between farming, Frank and she recalled. “They bored holes in a Kentucky to care for their mother a Beth are raising three children: fence post and they ate the paint off few times a year as well. Sarah, 15, Anna, 13, and Daniel, 11. Partners in the barn. But Oklahoma had more “(Anne’s children) make sure Beth also teaches religious educa- trouble with the dust (than we did in she has breakfast, lunch and dinner,” tion at church and Frank has served Inspiration Nebraska).” Beth said. “One of the boys makes with the Urbana Volunteer Fire Anne later studied nursing in sure she has help getting ready for Department for 15 years. Lincoln, Neb. and was a stateside bed. Her faith and genteelness have Matthew and Angela have Army nurse during World War II. been a good example for me, and four children, as well: Bridget, She worked with men who had been the family; her faith is what has kept 23, Kaitlyn, 21, Shannah, 18, and paralyzed in action. her family together. It holds our Ryan, 13. Matthew has served on Nick Gray “You couldn’t have nicer young family together as well.” the Metropolitan School District of men to work with,” she said. 800•888•7968 | SYM.com Even though they and an increas- Wabash County school board for 14 While working at a San Jose ing number of farmers buy crop years. Wealth Management | Portfolio Management | Retirement Plan Services hospital in California, Anne worked insurance, the Driscolls continue to January 6, 2013 COMMENTARY 11 ‘The resurrection of the body, God, football and Notre Dame ports may seem a purely and life everlasting. Amen.’ secular phenomenon, but it Shas the potential to play an GUEST elief in the resurrection of important role in our spiritual lives. denly, He vanished from the sight of In today’s frenetic world, sports is the body is distinctively the disciples at Emmaus (Lk 24:31). COMMENTARY Christian. Many of the THE one of the few areas where we still B Piecing together these accounts engage in authentic leisure — a world’s religions uphold belief in with the earlier event of Jesus’s the soul’s immortality and envi- sort of rest that is both enjoyable transfiguration on Mount Tabor (Mt APOSTLES’ and productive. Participation in BRIAN W. MACMICHAEL sion some sort of afterlife. Some 17:2) and the appearance of Jesus people find it easier to believe in sports requires training, discipline in blinding light to Paul (Acts 2:3), CREED and camaraderie, often refined over ghosts than in God. ancient and medieval theologians SISTER ANN ASTELL the course of many years. That is is a Marian hymn. Christian belief in the resurrec- enumerate four gifts or endowments why St. Paul used racing meta- tion of the body is different. It has of the glorified body: freedom from Certainly, football cannot be phors to describe the Christian’s equated with religion, and we its foundation in the resurrection of suffering, immortality, a shining spiritual journey. Jesus, in His triumph over death. radiance and a lightness that enables So great a hope, so all-conquer- must guard against going over- Moreover, the traditions, ritu- “If Christ is preached as raised from the body to move quickly above ing a faith, is hard to comprehend. board when talking about divine als and fanfare that surround such the dead,” writes St. Paul, “how and through surfaces (as when Jesus The resurrected body will be each intervention (though did you see immensely popular sports as col- can some of you say that there is no walked through walls). one’s very own, the bearer of each that missed field goal by Pitt?!). lege football convey a parallel resurrection of the dead?” (1 Cor The Church’s constant belief is one’s personal history and identity. Still, the expectations maintained sense of secular “liturgy.” Think 15:12). that those who have been baptized Yet it is not identical with the mor- by Notre Dame as an elite and of the festivities held on campus When Christ rose from the dead, into Christ and who share in His tal body that is buried, that decays, Catholic academic institution make every Saturday during the fall. He did not come back as a ghost. cross through their own suffering that is eaten (as the bodies of mar- it a unique icon on the college Tens of thousands of faithful fol- His resurrected body was truly His and death will also share in His res- tyrs were) or cremated. The resur- football landscape. By recruiting lowers congregate to engage in body, marked with His wounds urrection. The hope of the faithful rection of the body is not its resusci- kids of character and maintaining something that means much more (Jn. 20:27). But it had undergone Christian is not only the eternal joy tation. “What is sown is perishable, the highest team graduation rate to them than 22 young men spar- transformation. The Gospels record of the departed soul in the presence what is raised is imperishable” (1 in the country, Notre Dame shows ring over a leather ball. that the resurrected Christ suddenly of God, but also the reunion of the Cor 15:42). that it is possible to remain relevant This season, many football fans appeared to the Apostles inside a soul with its resurrected body at the on the field while aspiring to even CREED, PAGE 12 in this diocese have basked in the closed room (Jn 20:19). Just as sud- end of time. greater success off it. “return to glory” enjoyed by Notre Had I not grown up an Irish Dame. It is fitting that we should football fan, I would never have feel invested in our local team, considered attending Notre Dame. Follow the Star that is light of the world with all its rich history. However, There are many others who arrived on the eve of the national cham- at Notre Dame via a similar path, wonderful status of being the They also brought myrrh, pionship game, we would also do and were then edified by the strong place of God’s meeting with an embalming substance. It well to reflect on the unique — and Catholic culture they encountered. THE faithful people again will be real. reminded the first who heard this often overlooked — relationship This top-ranked team is the first The Epistle to the Ephesians Gospel and reminds us that the between Notre Dame’s football taste of Irish football greatness SUNDAY provides the second reading. saving mission of the Lord, and achievements and its Catholic for those of my generation and In the days of the first century the kingship of Christ, will be roots. younger. Win or lose in Miami on GOSPEL AD, as the Christian community confirmed in the crucifixion. It is no exaggeration to assert Jan. 7, this season will surely lead that the university’s success in the to a burgeoning interest in the uni- MSGR. OWEN F. CAMPION was gradually forming, a certain question arose. Christianity grew Reflection last century has been built upon the versity on the part of athletes and from the Jews. Its founder was football team. In its early days, the scholars alike, and will hopefully Jewish. The Apostles were Jews. Long centuries of venerating team faced significant anti-Catholic bring a reciprocal boost to the vis- Even the location of the life, the story of the wise men have bigotry, with certain schools refus- ibility of its Catholic identity. Feast of the Epiphany death and resurrection of Jesus produced images very dear to us, ing to play Notre Dame. Even the Ultimately, triumph on the foot- was in Jewish territory. but not in the Gospel text. The “Fighting Irish” moniker likely ball field can only bring a transient Mt 2:1-12 Part of the Jewish religion legend is that they were three in originated as a derogatory refer- sort of joy, which pales in com- his weekend the Church was a strong ethnic sense. Yet, number, but no mention is made ence to the team’s Catholic ath- parison to the eternal happiness celebrates the feast of the not only Jews were intrigued by in Matthew as to how many letes. However, Notre Dame turned we Christians seek. Nonetheless, TEpiphany. It long has been Jesus. Not only Jews thirsted Magi, or Wise Men, came to these adversities into strengths, excitement surrounding a football one of the greatest of the Catholic for eternal life. Jesus opened the Bethlehem. adopting a “barnstorming” sched- team can help restore a much- feasts because, together with access to divine mercy to them Leaving the number unstated ule that involved traveling cross- needed sense of childlike exuber- Christmas and the feast of the all. gives a certain openness to the country to play against prominent ance and wonder — and, in the Baptism of the Lord, it provides This reading is among others story, and gives power to the schools — a strategy that caused case of Notre Dame, foster greater not only an occasion to rejoice in in the New Testament that story of the Epiphany. Human Notre Dame’s own reputation to appreciation for the University’s the salvation given us by Jesus, insisted that salvation is for all. beings from all places and at all soar nationwide. And as the victo- Catholic character. I believe G.K. but very fundamental information St. Matthew’s Gospel, the times yearn for meaning in life, ries piled up, Notre Dame became Chesterton aptly captured this about the identity and mission of only Gospel among the four to for genuine joy and for hope. All a symbol of hope and pride for experience when he penned these the Lord. report the visit of the Magi to fear death. Catholics everywhere. lines to “The Arena,” commemo- Jesus long has fascinated Bethlehem, is the only Gospel to Regardless of ethnic condition, Knute Rockne himself became rating his 1930 visit to witness the people. These feasts give deep reveal this event in the childhood or past circumstances, anyone Catholic after witnessing how his dedication of Notre Dame Stadium insight into the person and role of of Jesus. can find God, in Jesus, if they players’ loyal Mass attendance and a subsequent Irish victory: Christ. Every detail is important. The earnestly turn away from sin and aided their dedication on the field. “… I have seen, where a The first reading this weekend Magi, certainly pagans, thirst for humbly follow the star that is the Reflecting on his conversion, strange country is from the third and last section God. They, in a sense, represent Light of the World. Rockne wrote: “these youngsters Opened its secret plains about of Isaiah. After long, dreary years all humans who search for God were making a powerful impres- me, of exile in Babylon, the Jews, as they search for life, goodness, sion on me with their piety and One great golden dome stand residue of the Jewish nation perfection and hope. The Magi READINGS devotion. … I really began to see lonely with its golden image … decimated generations earlier find Jesus because God assists Sunday: Is 60:1-6 Ps 72:2, 7-8, 10-13 the light; to know what was miss- She too looks on the Arena by the Babylonian conquest of them. He gives them the star as Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6 Mt 2:1-12 ing in my life, and later on I had Sees the gladiators grapple, the two Hebrew kingdoms, are a sign. He spares them from the Monday: 1 Jn 3:22-4:6 Ps 2:7-8, the great pleasure of joining my She whose names are Seven able to return to their ancestral treachery of Herod. 10-12a Mt 4:12-17, 23-25 boys at the Communion rail.” Sorrows and the Cause of All Our homeland. Very important in the story is Tuesday: 1 Jn 4:7-10 Ps 72:1-4, 7-8 The connection between faith Joy … and football at Notre Dame has The Mother of the Master of the The Holy City itself should King Herod. All his cunning and Mk 6:34-44 rejoice. Its role is to be the venue continued to this day. Religious Masterers of the World.” all his resources are no match Wednesday: 1 Jn 4:11-18 Ps 72:1-2, in which occurs the reconciliation for God’s will to offer salvation art and statues on campus receive between the merciful God and to the world through Christ, the 10, 12-13 Mk 6:45-52 gridiron nicknames, such as sinning humanity. Son of God. The play on the term Thursday: 1 Jn 4:19-5:4 Ps 72:1-2, 14, “Touchdown Jesus” or “Fair Catch Now, able to return to their “newborn king of the Jews” is 15bc, 17 Lk 4:14-22a Corby.” There is a team Mass in ancestral homeland, the people a distant echo of the crucifixion Friday: 1 Jn 5:5-13 Ps 147:12-15, the basilica before each game, and coming from Babylon can make when Pilate asked if Jesus were a 19-20 Lk 5:12-16 the radiant helmets still include Brian MacMichael gold leaf from the statue of Our is the director this ancient dignity of Jerusalem king. The gifts of the Magi were Saturday: 1 Jn 5:14-21 Ps 149:1-6a, of the Office of Worship for the live again. The chosen people those often given kings, namely 9b Jn 3:22-30 Lady atop the Golden Dome. The alma mater, sung after every game, Diocese of Fort Wayne-South in Jerusalem once more, its gold and sweet incense. Bend. 12 COMMENTARY January 6, 2013 Brown scapular offers Our Lady’s protection SCRIPTURE SEARCH

he Catholic Church is merely wearing the scapular without Gospel for January 6, 2013 blessed with the gifts of respect to one’s “interior disposi- Matthew 2:1-12 Tvarious sacramentals, which tions” would not be reasonable. OUR are outward signs of an inward To do so would be to attribute a Following is a word search based on the Gospel commitment to virtue and piety. magical efficacy to the scapular LADY reading for Epiphany Sunday, Cycle C, when the Examples include holy water, and make it out to be a more potent Magi came to King Herod and Bethlehem. The words blessed candles and scapulars. channel of grace than the sacra- OF FATIMA can be found in all directions in the puzzle. The scapular is two small pieces ments. FATHER JAMES SECULOFF of wool cloth connected by a External acts have no value in BETHLEHEM JUDEA THE DAYS string or chain that is worn over God’s sight unless they are the KING HEROD JERUSALEM STAR the shoulders — either under or expression of a right mind and a HEARD PRIESTS PROPHET over one’s clothing (typically sincere will. religious throughout the world. JUDAH RULER SECRETLY under the clothing). One piece of The wearing of the scapular This participation along with the SEARCH THE CHILD MARY cloth hangs over the chest and the must, therefore, be understood to great promise of salvation gives an TREASURES GIFTS MYRRH other hangs over the back. include the right “interior disposi- unspeakable spiritual value to the WARNED DREAM RETURN While there are about 20 differ- tion” with which it is worn. It is brown scapular devotion. ent types of scapulars, The World primarily through these, and only A common question regarding Apostolate of Fatima (a Permanent remotely and instrumentally through the brown scapular revolves around SEARCH Public International Association the actual wearing of the scapular, whether or not the round brown plastic scapulars suffice. These of the Faithful, and therefore, the that salvation is secured. DOREHGN I KWL T “teaching arm” of our Mother Concerning the promise of pres- should be regarded the same as Church on all matters pertain- ervation from hell, this must always scapular medals. Scapular medals RBELLAHADUJH ing to Fatima) promotes wearing be understood in conformity with (with an image of the Sacred Heart ANEYLTERCESE the brown scapular because Our the teaching of the Church regard- of Jesus on one side and an image Lady appeared at Fatima on Oct. ing the uncertainty of salvation. of the Blessed Virgin Mary on the EAJ THNWARNED 13, 1917 as Our Lady of Mount Catholics are permitted to hold as other) are acceptable substitutes to HNMOHPRULERA Carmel. During this last appearance a matter of pious belief that the the wool scapulars. However, Pope at Fatima, Our Lady was also hold- Blessed Virgin Mary will extend her St. Pius X and his successor Pope KTAJOLSUEDMY ing the brown scapular. Lucia (one maternal help to the souls who were, Benedict XV strongly encouraged SERUSAERTRYS of the Fatima visionaries) explained people to wear the cloth scapular while on earth, her faithful servants. CHYDL JAHDERT that Our Lady did this because “she Anyone may begin wearing the and not substitute the medal without wants everyone to wear it.” brown scapular, but to receive the sufficient reason. HPKEGTRFEARF Vanity and fear of making an The brown scapular has been full benefit of the devotion, one OOMASPCF VMH I considered a sign of Our Lady’s must be a baptized Catholic and open profession of one’s faith would protection for hundreds of years. On become invested (or enrolled) in not qualify as adequate reasons. CRTHECH I LDJG July 16, 1251, the Blessed Virgin the Confraternity of Our Lady of Each time a scapular medal or TPR I ESTSHPRX Mary appeared to St. Simon Stock Mount Carmel. Enrollment by a plastic scapular wears out and is who was the superior general of the priest or deacon also means that replaced, the new one would need to © 2013 Tri-C-A Publications www.tri-c-a-publications.com Carmelite order. In her hand was a subsequent brown scapulars do not be blessed. brown scapular. have to be blessed — one just has In the words of St. Alphonsus, She told him, “Receive the to wear them. Membership in the “the most holy Mary is pleased brown scapular. It is a pledge of Confraternity is not forfeited by fail- when her servants wear her scapular a foretaste of the promised “new salvation, a safeguard in danger. ing to wear it. One need only begin as a mark that they have dedicated heavens and new earth” (Rev 21:1) Whoever dies wearing this scapular wearing it again. When a scapular themselves to her service and are CREED associated with the end times. will never see the flames of hell.” deteriorates, it should be burned or members of the family of the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 As the Church teaches, Christ’s Our Lady promised to release buried (as with any sacramental). Mother of God.” resurrection has an eschatological from purgatory soon after death all The Ritual of Investiture is consequence: the general resurrec- those who wear the brown scapular affiliated with the Carmelite order Trying to explain this mystery tion of all the departed at the end of and try to live a Christian life. and thus means the wearer shares Father James Seculoff is the pastor of identity and difference, St. Paul times, when Christ will come again However, with regards to these in all of the daily Masses, prayers of St. John the Baptist Parish in compares the burial of our mortal to judge the living and the dead. promises, it should be noted that and good works of Mount Carmel New Haven. body to the planting of a seed, Come, Lord Jesus! which dies and rises to new life in the form of a plant. An organic continuity connects the seed to the plant, but they also vary greatly in Remember Jesus? form. “What you sow is not the Every year I ask myself the same the time to make something deli- body which is to be,” he writes, “but BY SISTER MARGIE LAVONIS, CSC thing. The following are a few sug- cious to give to you. a bare kernel” (1 Cor 15: 35). gestions that might help us all. Send Christmas cards to people The analogy is, of course, inex- am not a Scrooge, but all the Examine your gift giving. Think who live far away and won’t see act. What ancient and medieval activity during this time of year of those who are on your Christmas during the holidays. Share the gift theologians emphasized instead is Idepresses me. People are running list and why you give them gifts. of your time by letting friends the close bond between body and around frantically buying things Maybe you do it because you feel know what has happened in your soul, even after the soul has depart- they often do not need or cannot obliged or have always done so. life. It seems a waste of paper and ed. Stored in the memory of the afford. Stores play Christmas carols Hopefully your giving is out of love postage to just sign your name. departed soul are sensory impres- even before the Halloween deco- and that more is not better than less. Also, remember that the Church’s sions. The soul’s delight in God’s rations are taken down, and lots Reinforce with your family, Christmas season goes far beyond presence suffuses the memory, of people put up their Christmas especially your children and grand- Dec. 25, so cards don’t have to affecting its content. The visio beata trees before the turkey is cooked children, that the joy of Christmas make it to them by Christmas day. thus prepares the soul to receive its on Thanksgiving. The malls are does not depend on how many Changing our materialistic way glorified body. Receiving that gift, crowded and some people will actu- or what gifts we receive or give. of celebrating Christmas will not the soul’s joy in God overflows into ally get up at four in the morning Suggest to your children that gifts happen overnight, but each of us the body’s senses. to stand in long lines for Christmas don’t always have to be things. can do our part to bring into focus An ancient Christian doctrine, specials. And you probably can give They can give the special gift of ser- whose birthday we celebrate. It also traceable back to Origen, maintains other examples. I want to tell them vice, like giving a card with a prom- will help us to more appreciate the that the soul sees, hears, touches and whose birthday it really is and why ise to shovel the person’s driveway meaning of Advent and relieve a tastes God through spiritual senses. we celebrate. and sidewalks this winter or offer lot of stress so we can truly enjoy These correspond to the physi- Sister Ann Astell is a professor of cal senses that enable sacramental Now, don’t get me wrong, I am a couple with little children some this beautiful season of preparation theology at the University of experiences of God’s presence. In not against Christmas or gift-giving. days of free babysitting. Let them for the birth of Jesus, not primarily Notre Dame, where she was this mortal existence, the physical Gifts are important expressions of use their imaginations. Emphasize Santa. appointed in 2007. A member of senses assist the soul in its reception appreciation and love. However, try- that their time can also be a precious the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary, of grace. In the life to come, the ing to outdo one another or giving gift. she currently serves as president spiritual senses, enjoying direct con- gifts only because someone else is Gifts also can be made. Giving of the international Colloquium tact with God, act upon the physical giving them to us seems ridiculous. baked Christmas goodies or home- Sister Margie Lavonis, CSC, works for on Violence and Religion and senses. From the time of St. Paul, You might wonder what you made candy is appreciated by all. It the Sisters of the Holy Cross com- President of the Society for the mystical experiences have granted could possibly do to turn the tide. is very special when someone takes munications department. Study of Christian Spirituality. January 6, 2013 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 13

FORMER DWENGER PLAYER WINS TEAM AWARD AT THE NOTRE DAME FOOTBALL BANQUET Former Bishop Dwenger player John Goodman, ’08, received the Nick Pietrosante Award for the 2012 Notre Dame football season. This award goes to the player who best exemplifies the courage, loyalty, teamwork, dedica- tion and pride of the late Nick Pietrosante. This recipient is selected by Notre Dame players. Nick Pietrosante was an All-American fullback in 1958, was a 1st-round draft pick and NFL Rookie of the Sports Year in 1959. NINE DWENGER STUDENTS NAMED TO RUGBY INDIANA Sacred Heart’s Run JUNIOR ACADEMIC ALL-STATE TEAM for the Heart a success

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“A Worrier’s Guide to BY KAY COZAD SOUTH BEND — Veteran news writer The Danches were the Bible: 50 verses to Ease for Today’s Catholic, Elmer J. Danch, died parishioners of St. Anxieties,” by Gary Zimak Dec. 26 at Dujarie House at Notre Dame. Matthew Cathedral “Ten: How the Commandments presents chapters filled with He was 99. since 1950. Can Change Your Life,” by Mary Scripture verses compliment- A South Bend native, born to Hungarian Danch was affili- Elizabeth Sperry delivers a ed with insightful reflections emigrants in South Bend, Danch had been a ated with the Knights wonderfully contemporary and questions to help the “stringer,” or freelance writer and photogra- of Columbus and pho- spin on the rules for right liv- reader defuse his or her wor- pher, for the diocesan newspaper since 1943 tographed and wrote ing put forth through the Ten ries. With topics including confusion, doubt, when Archbishop John F. Noll encouraged about their events. He Commandments. Each chapter fear, sickness and trials Zimak shows in this him to submit stories to the paper. also covered events is devoted to one of the 10 112-page book that worry can be a blessing In a feature story from Today’s Catholic for the Serra Club of and is laced with Scripture leading closer to Jesus. Liguori Publications, in 2005, Danch said he began writing sports ELMER J. DANCH South Bend, an orga- and quotes to drive the purpose of the com- ISBN: 9780764-821639, $10.99 for the South Bend News Times as a high nization of which he mandment home. A point to remember school student. When the paper closed in was a charter member. section concludes each chapter along with “Jesus: What Catholics Believe,” by Alan 1938, he moved to the South Bend Tribune. 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Pre-register Theology on Tap Winter Series Theodore Guérin Chapel on The Secretariat for Communications, of the Diocese teams by calling Denise Fedorow South Bend — Theology on Tuesday, Jan. 8, at 7 p.m. to pray of Fort Wayne–South Bend is seeking qualified at (574) 831-5924 or Tena Tap’s Winter Series, a Catholic for priests and vocations. candidates to fill a key role within the Secretariat. Jakubowicz at (574) 825-9901. speaker series for young adults in This individual should possess proficiency with Microsoft Office products, be highly organized, 39th Annual March for Life and self-directed. This key role requires a sense of COMMEMORATING THE 40th ANNIVERSARY OF ROE v. WADE discretion and attention to detail. Familiarity with Sponsored by Allen County Right to Life audio-visual production software helpful, but is not Three Rivers Educational Trust Fund required. 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The faithful, who filled the cathedral and gathered for Midnight Mass, first participated in a prelude that includ- ed a choral presentation beginning at 11:30 p.m. and the Christmas Proclamation. As Bishop Rhoades processed into the church, he turned to the Nativity scene where he incensed the crèche and then prayed before the manger scene. During this Year of Faith, Bishop Rhoades spoke in his homily about the words of the Nicene Creed. “We proclaim with renewed conviction that ‘for us men, and for our salvation, He came down from heaven,’” Bishop Rhoades said. He continued that Jesus is the light that breaks through the gloom of human history and dispels the darkness of sin. Jesus enables us to see and to understand the mean- ing and purpose of life. “His light dispels sadness and fear from every human heart,” Bishop Rhoades said. “Jesus brings the power of God’s saving grace, which alone can transform evil into good and bring peace to the human heart and to the world.” Life on earth is a journey, a pilgrimage of faith. PHOTOS BY JOE ROMIE Bishop Rhoades said, “We have our ups and downs on Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades celebrates the Midnight Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Fort Wayne. this journey. There are difficult moments in life, tempta- tions to sin, and experiences of suffering and hurt.” Through it all, Bishop Rhoades said, “Our faith teach- es us to trust in the words of Jesus: ‘I am the light of the world; he who follows Me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.’” Bishop Rhoades spoke about the tragedy in Newtown, Conn., which occurred just 11 days earlier, “The power of darkness continues to try to dim the splendor of the Divine Light. Unfortunately, we encounter this darkness all too often.” “A culture of death and violence surrounds us so often, here in our country and around the world,” Bishop Rhoades continued. “St. John, in the Prologue of his Gospel, wrote: ‘the light shines in the darkness, but the darkness did not receive it.’ Just as people rejected Christ during His life on earth, so many reject Him today. Many prefer the darkness to the light. This is why the task of the New Evangelization is so urgent.” “As followers of Christ, we have an important mission — to spread the light of Christ in this darkness,” Bishop Rhoades explained. Although darkness and evil may seem to prevail at times, “God’s saving love is more powerful,” Bishop Rhoades said. “His Son, who took on our human flesh, vanquishes the power of evil and frees us from the slav- ery of death. The light of Christ is the light of goodness that triumphs over evil, the light of love that overcomes hatred, the light of life that defeats death.” Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades prays before the Nativity scene at Midnight Mass in the Cathedral of Just as Mary, Joseph and the Magi welcomed the Christ Child lying in the manger — as well as the saints the Immaculate Conception in Fort Wayne. though the ages — “they teach us to be beacons of light and hope in our world today; not to stumble along in At left, Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades’ homily covered how God’s grace, no longer hidden, appears darkness, but to walk as children of the light,” Bishop in the flesh. Below, the Nativity scene at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception is Rhoades said. shown. On Sunday, Dec. 23, Bishop Rhoades celebrated the TV Mass in Fort Wayne for the fourth Sunday of Advent. On the feast of the Holy Innocents, Dec. 28, Bishop Rhoades remembered the 27 lives lost at Newtown, Conn., at Shady Hook Elementary School on Dec. 14. Bishop Rhoades noted in his homily how the mystery of evil of the Holy Innocents continues to unfold today “at the hands of other Herods.” “Even today, besides the innocent children killed by the gunmen at Sandy Hook Elementary School, there are many other innocent children struck down by violence, sometimes victims of drive-by shootings, or even inten- tionally in other horrendous acts,” Bishop Rhoades said. “And we remember the innocent children waiting to be born who are killed in their mothers’ wombs,” he added. “How many mothers, like Rachel, have wept for these children. The culture of death spares no one, not even the TODAY most innocent babies. What Satan once convinced Herod A publication of the Diocese’S of Fort Wayne-SouthCATHOLICATHOLIC Bend to begin, he has persuaded whole cultures to continue.” ’ In the day’s Collect prayer, “the prayer says that the TODAY S CATHOLIC Lif Pick up Holy Innocents proclaimed God not by speaking but by e dying. They are considered martyrs,” Bishop Rhoades said. “We ask them to intercede for us as we entrust to The Wedding your copy today. them the Church’s mission of proclaiming the Gospel of n The Plan: Making it Work life and the task of building a new culture of life in our is here! f n Intimacy and Communication n To Last a Lifetime TODAY’S CATHOLIC Visit www.diocesefwsb.org/tclife Life nation and in the world.” ... and more Li e 1