WEST RIVER Catholic Informing Catholics in Western South Dakota since May 1973 Diocese of Rapid City Volume 48 Number 10 February 2020 South Dakota www.rapidcitydiocese.org Bishops find hope, and humor, during ad limina meeting BY CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE The meeting with Pope Francis, VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Bishop Folda said, “was a really Thead limina visits bishops are re- easy give-and-take, very conversa- quired to make to the Vatican are tional, which was delightful. And occasions to be honest about chal- he was very interested in hearing lenges, while also being encour- about our experiences.” aged to hope, said Bishop John T. The topics ranged from the sex- Folda of Fargo, North Dakota. ual abuse scandal to migration, “It’s tempting at times to lose and from pastoral care of Native hope when all you hear is bad American communities to culti- news and with some of the chal- vating unity among diversity in lenges we face in our dioceses at the diocese, not just with different home, it’s extremely important to ethnic groups, but among maintain a spirit of hope and the Catholics with different prefer- ad limina I think has been that for ences and priorities. me,” Bishop Folda told Catholic Pope Francis shared “some News Service Jan. 13. Bishops things that were on his mind, but from U.S. Region VIII — North also wanted to hear from us what Dakota, South Dakota and Min- issues we are facing,” said Arch- nesota — met the pope on the bishop Bernard A. Hebda of St. first day of theirad limina visit. Paul and Minneapolis. Adding an- Diocesan Administrator Fr. Michel Mulloy met with Pope Francis January 13. (Vatican Photo Service, The region’s 10 dioceses have one ecdotes and reflections from his L ’observatory Romano) See his account of the meeting on p. 2 archbishop, one auxiliary bishop, own years as archbishop of Buenos six bishops, one bishop-designate Aires, the pope “really did a phe- and two diocesan administrators, nomenal job of connecting with Preparations for Chancery including Fr. Michel Mulloy, each one of us and helping each Moving, p. 8, 22 Feed Your Mind and Lenten Rapid City. Pope Francis spent a one of us understand that he Diocesan Statement of little over two hours meeting with knows our situation, and he’s very Spirit p. 16 Regulations, p. 17 Finance, pp., 12-13 the bishops and administrators close to us.” Mental Wellness, p. 14 after having a short audience with Pope Francis often talks about Group Rite of Election all the priests and seminarians “accompaniment,” the archbishop Reconciliation, p. 17 Sunday, March 1, join in prayer from the 10 dioceses who were said. That’s what they felt the pope with the catechumens and candi- able to attend. Bishop Folda, who was doing with them. dates as thye affirm their intention was making his first everad limina Seven groups of bishops from of seeking full communion in the visit, said that even though he the United States completed their Catholic Church. Begins at 2 p.m., lived in Rome for a few years of Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual visits in November and December Help, Rapid City. This Mass will be graduate work as a student-priest, and, Archbishop Hebda said livestreamed watch on it was a whole new experience to clearly, Pope Francis has a good Facebook.com/Diocese ofRapid pray at the tomb of St. Peter as a understanding of the U.S. church. City or look for a link at www.rapid bishop together with his brother citydiocese.org. bishops from the region. Ad limina, Continued, p. 3 2 WRC Sede Vacante February 2020 A new appreciation for the work Vatican offices do for the universal church

After a Mass to kick off National a gift I will long treasure. I am grateful to and the dioceses of our region. This was through patient listen- Catholic Schools Week at the Cathedral in all of you for helping make that possible amazing to me considering the expanse of ing and dialogue. Rapid City, one of the mothers approached through your gifts to the Annual Appeal. the Catholic Church. The pope and each of There is no question me. She had shared the picture of Pope I knew that the ad limina visit was an the offices we visited knew about our region that we Catholics in Francis and me taken during my recent visit opportunity to pray at the tombs of the and, in some cases, our individual dioceses. the United States and to Rome. One of her children commented great apostles Peter and Paul, and “check More than once these officials, who work in throughout the world matter-of-factly, “So, the pope got to meet in,” with the pope so to speak. A lengthy re- the various branches of the Vatican gover- face real problems. The Father Mike.” I laughed out loud. I am in port on the diocese had been sent last sum- nance, spoke with admiration for the shortage of priests, the Fr. Michel the circle of her young life. The pope is not. mer. What I did not expect was the warm Catholic Church in America. For all our abuse scandal, the di- I suppose I could say that the pope was welcome expressed by both the Holy Father problems, which they also acknowledged, visions along liturgical Mulloy not exactly in the circle of my life either, at and the Vatican offices we visited. I experi- they saw hope in our corner of the world. lines, and the social least not until January 13. Meeting him was enced a genuine concern about our diocese The pope spent two hours with the bish- and political problems Diocesan ops and administrators from our region. We were all addressed and Administrator, Liturgy Director sat together in a circle and he listened and discussed. The officials

shared his insights, understanding and con- who visited with us in cerns with us. We were able to ask questions each office ranged in mmulloy@ to which the Holy Father responded. One number from one to diorc.org thing that stuck out in my mind was his in- fifteen, and all of them sistence that we tell the people of our dio- offered support, coun- cese that he is praying for all the victims of cil and suggestions for best practices mov- abuse. His comments were sincere and ing forward. heartfelt. With all that he must focus on It was obvious to me that the global and be concerned about, his heart is obvi- scale of the work done in the Vatican offices ously present with those who are suffering. makes their responses complicated and at With that in mind, I was able to share with times slow. However, it was also clear that, the Holy Father the ministry our diocese despite the heavy workload, they were all shares with our Native American brothers willing to receive one more letter, one more and sisters and the promise and challenge email or one more phone call. They really of that ministry. I expressed our hope for do want to help. The passion in their pre- the canonization process for Nicolas Black sentations and responses was inspiring. I Elk and the inspiration this would give to was surprised by the connectedness and the Lakota people and to all people of faith. caring they offered. The theme of unity was constant in the So now, I can say, “Fr. Mike got to meet During Fr. Michel Mulloy’s ad limina visit to the Vatican, seminarian Robert Kinyon asked various dicasteries, congregations and coun- the pope.” I also have a renewed apprecia- Pope Francis to bless an icon representing his home parish, the Cathedral of Our Lady of cils we visited. Taking their guidance from tion for the good work that the Vatican of- Perpetual Help, Rapid City. Kinyon is currently studying for the priesthood at Pontifical North Pope Francis, there was an invitation for all fices do on behalf of the universal church. American College in Rome. (Vatican Photo Service, L ’observatory Romano) people to arrive at the truth of our faith

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Archbishop Chaput to Retire Very Reverend Michel Mulloy, Administrator, Diocese of Rapid City Philadelphia Archbishop Charles J. Chaput applauds alongside Bishop Nelson J. Perez of Cleveland during a news conference after Pope Francis appointed bishop Perez to head the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Jan. 23. Archbishop Chaput turned 75 last September, the age By supporting Catholic Social Services, you are our true partners, at which canon law requires bishops to turn in their resignation to the pope. (CNS photo/Sarah Webb, CatholicPhilly.com) standing next to our counselors and other staff as we deliver services to thousands of individuals, families and communities in western South Dakota each year.

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Pray with us! Looking for a quiet place to pray? Need a day or two to unplug? Consider a Spiritual Stay- cation! With two chapels, lodging rooms, hik- ing trails, quiet comfy spaces and more, Terra Sancta Retreat Center is a great location to disconnect from the world and enter into a deeper more meaningful encounter with Jesus. We invite you to Come Away and Rest in God! Find out more on-line at www.terrasancta.org or call us at 605-716-0925. February 2020 Diocese/Parishes WRC 5 New Monk Deacon Monk Raphael Jude Thaddeus made his final solemn vows January 24, on the feast of St. Francis de Sales. He is familiar to local people as Justin Lefevre. He grew up in Rapid City and his mother is Susan Skeie. In 1995 he graduated from St. Thomas More High School. On February 4, he was ordained a dea- con by the Maronite Bishop Abdallah Elias Zaidan in Los Angeles. He and Monk Daniel made their solemn vows on the same day and were both ordained deacons. They join Fr. Anthony and Fr. John Deacon Monk Raphael Jude Thaddeus, Ma- Michael in a monastery started by ronite Bishop Abdallah Elias Zaidan of Los Abouna (Arabic for Father) Jonathon Angeles and Deacon Daniel. (Courtesy Pastoral Center Construction Continues — Decker in 2011. Abouna Decker hap- photo) pened to be Justin’s parish priest in Salt Cards can be sent to Tours Still Underway Lake City, Utah, when Justin was 6 years Deacon Monk Raphael Jude Thaddeus When the USAF Chaplain Corps moved their headquarters from Bolling AFB, D.C. to the Pen- old. Sacred Heart Maronite Monastery tagon, Msgr. Gerry McManus, currently the Contract Priest at Ellsworth AFB, rescued six A monastery is under construction in Maronite Monks of Jesus, Mary, stained glass windows from the former chapel. On behalf of the Catholic Community at Ellsworth AFB, the windows have been gifted to the new Catholic pastoral center in down- Washington. More information can be and Joseph town Rapid City. The windows shown are 5’2” tall and three small rectangular windows will found on the internet under Maronite 3880 NW Place be installed below them on the first floor interior. Tours are available to the public on the Monks of Portland. Beaverton, OR. 97006 third Friday of each month from 3-6 p.m. Pre-registration is not needed. If you have tour questions contact Todd Tobin at 605-343-3541. The next two tour dates are Fridays, Feb. 21 and Mar. 20. The new pastoral center is at 225 Main Street. Follow the signs for building access. Hard hats will be provided and must be worn at all times. (WRC photo)

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You have to have respect when receiving Communion Sr. Mathilde Osomba Akatshi, SSFAT, is a Franciscan Sister working on the Standing Rock Reservation with Fr. Jim Hoerter and Sr. Jacque Schroeder, OSF. They serve the parishes of St. Bernard, McLaughlin; St. Aloysius, Bullhead; and Assumption of the Blessed Virgin, Kenel. Sr. Mathilde grew up in the Democratic Editor’s note: During the Year of the Eucharist church teachings have been made available to Republic of Congo, Africa. parishes for their bulletins. In case the parish is unable to include the teachings they are reprinted She recalls preparing for a whole year before receiving first Communion at here. They are also in a Podcast, www.rapidcitydiocese.org/Podcast. age 8. Like girls in the United States, she and her female classmates dressed in February 22-23 word and action. We are invited to offer white dresses with veils. At St. Joseph Catholic The Lord’s Prayer Christ’s peace in this ritual moment, to those Church they received Communion kneeling at around us whom we do not know, and even We have heard this prayer and have prayed it a Communion rail covered with a white veil. to our enemies. so often that maybe we don’t always focus “I was so excited, the sisters told us this was on the words. But this is our prayer to the the body and blood of Christ. I was so happy,” God and Father of us all. This is the only March 7-8 prayer that Jesus himself told us to say to The Lamb of God she said. She still feels that today, “When the God, our Father. So, at our Savior’s com- The Lamb of God is a prayer, sung or recited. priest is consecrating the bread and wine — at mand and having been formed by his divine It allows us one more time to affirm what we this time I feel the presence of God.” teaching, we ask God to give us “our daily believe — Jesus is the Lamb of God who When she is preparing students for first bread.” What does that mean? For us as takes away the sins of the world. He is whom Communion, she tells them that they have to Christians, this means the Eucharistic bread, we desire because through him we have Sr. Mathilde Osomba Akatshi, SSFAT, the Bread of Life, Jesus’ Body and Blood. We been redeemed. He “grants us peace.” Dur- have respect and be prepared. “If you have with Fr. Jim Hoerter and first also ask God to forgive us and to help us to ing the Lamb of God, the body of Christ is sinned go to confession first, then you feel free Communion students in 2018. forgive others. Forgiveness transforms us be- broken. This gesture signifies that Jesus’ to receive the body and blood of Christ,” she cause it is the way in which we most imitate (Courtesy photo) body was broken and his blood poured out said. Jesus. In our unworthiness, through forgive- for the salvation of the world. The priest ness, we become more worthy to receive the places a piece of the body of Christ in the Bread of Life. This prayer to the Father blood of Christ to signify the unity of the body shares the desire of our hearts to him. We, and blood of the Lord in the work of salva- the body of Christ, then ask the Father for tion. The distribution of the body and blood deliverance from evil, peace in our days, and of Christ into vessels so that the faithful can his mercy which keeps us free from sin and all receive, signifies our sharing in the one safe from any distress that may come our sacrifice of Christ. We, though many are way. In this way, we begin to prepare our made one by our receiving communion from hearts for the most intimate part of this en- Christ. counter — the receptivity of Jesus in this Eu- charist. March 14-15 The Eucharist February 29 – March 1 Sharing in the Eucharist is the high point of Sign of Peace the entire celebration. Holy Communion In the Our Father we have prayed to forgive seals the sacrificial nature of the meal in as we are forgiven. That prayer is acted upon which we remember Christ’s Passover. The in the Sign of Peace. The first greeting of church teaches that the Eucharist is the Jesus to his apostles after the resurrection in source and summit of our Christian life. John’s Gospel was “Peace be with you.” We Receiving holy Communion is the most inti- are invited to offer each other the peace that mate moment of this encounter with the Jesus, who is present with us, desires to Lord Jesus. He gives himself to us com- give. Recall that signs and gestures commu- pletely, body, blood, soul and divinity; his nicate something to God and others. The totality. He can’t give any more of himself to Sign of Peace is not a secular greeting, not a us. This is the most intimate union possible. “Hi, how are you?” It is a time to extend to There is no greater love. We respond to the one another a sign of Christ’s peace, not our invitation to receive communion as the own. Christ’s “Peace” in Hebrew is Shalom. It Roman centurion did when Jesus offered to denotes wholeness or completeness, and come to his home. We are “not worthy to perfection. This “Peace” is really a blessing, have him enter under our roof.” In order to a manifestation of divine grace. Done prop- enter this union, we, though sinners, must erly, the Sign of Peace does not distract us open our hearts to this profound love for us. from receiving the Lord in Communion. We are not receiving just a consecrated host, Rather it invites us into this union with Jesus. we are receiving Jesus himself, and there- Jesus present with us offers peace to his fol- fore his saving, sacrificial love. lowers through the ritual of the community in February 2020 Diocese/Parishes WRC 7

Deacon Candidates Installed as Acolytes Permanent Deacon Candidates Bill White, Christ the King Parish, Porcupine; Rich Olsen, Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Rapid City; and Rob Hrabe, Blessed Sacrament Church, Rapid City; listen to Diocesan Administrator, Fr. Michel Mulloy’s homily during their Installation as Acolytes Mass on Saturday, Feb 1 at the cathedral. These men are completing their final year of formation in anticipation of their call to orders as Permanent Deacons for the Diocese of Rapid City. (WRC photo)

Monthly Message From Our Lady On the 25th of each month, Our Lady appears to the Medjugorje visionary Marija to give us her message. Transformation RAPID CITY — Dezmond Rhodes and Jonathan Coronado, Terra Sancta Retreat Center “Dear children! Today I am calling you to pray even more, until employees, work to change the Seton Cafeteria into a banquet hall for the 39 couples attend- you feel the holiness of forgiveness in your heart. There must be ing the Diocesan Married Sweethearts Mass and Dinner-Dance. Fr. Mark McCormick cele- holiness in the families, little children, because there is no future brated Mass, during which couples renewed their wedding vows. It was followed by the dinner-dance. David and Gloria Allardyce from Our Lady of the Black Hills Church, Piedmont, for the world without love and holiness — because in holiness were the longest married couple in attendance. They have been married for 53 years. Zach and joy, you give yourselves to God the Creator who loves you and Bridget Grapentine of St. Francis of Assisi Church, Sturgis, were recognized as the newly- with immeasurable love. This is why He sends me to you. Thank wed couple. They have been married for eight months. The celebration was held to corre- spond with World Wide Marriage Encounter’s World Marriage Day. It was hosted by the Office you for having responded to my call.” 1/25/20 of Family Life Ministries. (Photo by Angie King)

Prayer Intentions of the Holy Father MARCH Catholics in China: We pray that the Church in China may persevere in its faithfulness to the Gospel and grow in unity. For more information, go to: APOSTLESHIPOFPRAYER.ORG 8 WRC A Catholic Way of Life February 2020 Chancery employees examine hospitality at new pastoral center As the remodeling of the new pastoral building with center continues, the staff who will soon clear signage occupy the building are also preparing. that communi- Within the Chancery, there has been a cates clearly working relocation committee for many what we do, and months who are tackling everything from helps people feel Shawna Hanson copier, IT and phone needs, to future sig- welcomed, com- Director Office of nage, furniture needs and office assign- fortable and val- Stewardship ments. Beyond these practical tasks which ued. [email protected] need to be coordinated and decided upon, the staff has also been looking at how we l To be joyful, can better serve one another, the parishes kind and atten- and our neighbors after the move. In Janu- tive to all. To go the extra mile to answer ary of 2019 when Bishop Robert Gruss questions, serve parishes, and help those announced the purchase of the building who need our assistance. on Main Street in the West River Catholic, the headline read: “The Diocese of Rapid l To be committed to providing excel- City will have a public face in the commu- Slide from the www.rapidcitydiocese.org/stewardship webpage. lent hospitality to all who come in, even nity.” We are committed to strive to have though we know hospitality can seem that “public face” reflect the face of Christ. courage and inspire the entire staff to em- focused on the first pillar: Generous Hos- inefficient and cumbersome in an office To assist us, we began a series of staff brace a Catholic Way Of Life as outlined pitality. We spent a considerable amount environment. trainings in January designed to teach, en- by our Stewardship vision. In January, we of time exploring how, as a Chancery staff, we can embody the virtue of welcome in We also brainstormed about practical - this pillar. ways we can live out the other two aspects In the Diocese of Rapid City, we take of Generous Hospitality: Invitation and as our model for welcome the Rule of St. Fellowship. Over the next few months, Benedict which states: “Let all guests who additional trainings will help us to better arrive be received like Christ, for he is going live out Generous Hospitality in our new to say, ‘I came as a guest and you received me’” location. These trainings will introduce us (Mt 25:35). In the Characteristics of a to the downtown community, giving us Stewardship Parish, we encourage parishes information that will help us be a good to see that, “generous hospitality embraces neighbor and allow us to discern how best everyone who comes through our doors ... to respond to all who walk through our parishioners, inactive Catholics, non- door. Lastly, we will be trained in how to Catholics, and newcomers are all treated respond appropriately to potential as welcomed guests in the same way Jesus dangers. We are committed to work would be welcomed.” Since Jesus is the towards becoming a “Stewardship King of Kings and the Lord of Lords, we Chancery,” to continue to inspire and strive to “roll out the red carpet,” so to encourage one another to live Generous speak, for anyone we encounter. This is at Hospitality, and we look forward to taking he Black and Indian Mission Collection (BIMC) exists to the heart of Generous Hospitality: Wel- a closer look at the pillars of Lively Faith come. and Dedicated Discipleship after we are Thelp diocesan communities build the Church and preach In the Characteristics of a Stewardship settled in our new office space. the Gospel of Jesus among the African American, Native Parish, the Office of Stewardship provides The Office of Stewardship exists to American, and Alaska Native people of God. Join us in our concrete ways this virtue is lived out in assist parishes and individuals in incorpo- Mission to the Missions. parish life. We too, as a Chancery staff, rating stewardship into their parish and brainstormed and discussed practical ways daily life. We would be happy to conduct SUPPORT THE BLACK AND INDIAN MISSION in which we can embody the virtue of wel- similar training for parishes and/or come in our work. The discussion surfaced deaneries. If you would like to learn more Special collection a wealth of practical ideas, and general about becoming a stewardship parish, and principles, as well as potential challenges journey with the Chancery staff as we February 29-March 1, 2020 and pitfalls. A few highlights of dialogue pursue this, please call or email us. Or visit Photo courtesy Sioux Spiritual Center, Howes were: our webpages at: www.rapidcitydiocese.org/stewardship for www.blackandindianmission.org l To create a clean, well-kept, ordered resources, ideas and opportunities to live and attractive space inside and outside our the Diocesan Core Value of stewardship. Learning the Liturgy February 2020 Our amen should lift the rafters WRC 9

(This is the fourth in for those who have died. These petitions are in the presence of the Blessed Trinity. Our experience of prayer. a series of columns on prayed by the priest on behalf of the people. amen at this moment should lift the rafters. When the priest is engaging in the var- the Eucharistic Prayer. We are confident that the God who has It is an acclamation of all that has gone be- ious parts of the Eucharistic Prayer, could To understand fully this blessed us with the gift of salvation in his fore in this wonderful experience we call the we not be speaking in our mind and heart a text, refer to the No- Son and who is present in our Eucharistic Eucharistic Prayer. phrase that joins us to the action of the vember and December gathering, will hear us. He will give to us Understanding the depth and richness prayer? For example, when the priest is issues of the WRC.) what is best. We pray with hope, trusting of the Eucharistic Prayer is vitally impor- speaking of the great words of God at the Fr. Michel In this series we and believing that God will respond. tant to our praying it well. The call from the beginning of the Eucharistic Prayer, could Mulloy have reflected on the The intercessions bring the Vatican we not be praying mentally, “thank you Eucharistic Prayer. We Council II Lord.” When he invokes the Holy Spirit Diocesan have walked through for con- on our part, we could mentally pray, “come Administrator, the various aspects of scious par- Holy Spirit.” We the priest is offering peti- Liturgy Director the Eucharistic Prayer ticipation in tions during the Eucharistic Prayer, we including the opening the Mass is could mentally pray, “Lord, hear our prayer.” mmulloy@ dialogue, the preface, in part, ful- These expressions, offered in silence, could diorc.org the Holy, Holy, the in- filled in this help us continue to focus on the priest’s vocation of the Holy understand- vocal prayer and draw us deeper into the Spirit (epiclesis), the ing. A deeper appreciation can also lead us whole prayer experience. consecration, the re- to a more active engagement in the Eu- I hope this series has been helpful in membering of what Jesus has done for us charistic Prayer. The priest vocalizes the revealing the richness of the Eucharistic (anamnesis) and the offering of the body Eucharistic Prayer to its completion. There words of the Eucharistic Prayer. We enter Prayer. It is, as we said at the beginning, the and blood of Christ to God the Father. We is one thing more to do. The priest leads the in by attentive listening. We respond to the center and high point of the entire celebra- then move into intercessions. We are famil- congregation in the great doxology. The dialogue at the beginning and sing the three tion (of the Mass). GIRM 78 iar with intercessory prayer. We offer to priest tells God the Father that all glory and acclamations. I also think that some unspo- God our petitions in the Universal Prayer honor belong to God. This glory that we ex- ken prayers on our part could enhance the or Prayer of the Faithful, after the Creed. press is given through Jesus Christ. Jesus is It is most fitting to ask God for the the one who revealed to us the glory of his things we need at this point in the Eu- Father and invited us to honor God by sac- charistic Prayer. We have recalled the saving rificing our lives with him ( Jesus’) to the work of God and especially the gift of his Father. We say, “through Jesus and with Son Jesus. We know that the Lord is truly Jesus and in Jesus.” We pray in union with and really present with us through the the Holy Spirit whom we have invoked in power of the Holy Spirit. We have joined the Eucharistic Prayer and who is present ourselves to Jesus’ sacrifice to the Father. with us. He has transformed the bread and With all this we confidently ask the Father wine into the Body and Blood of Christ, for what we need. and he is transforming us in this wonderful The number of petitions in each Eu- exchange. charistic Prayer varies, but there are several The response of the congregation is the common themes that are present in all of Great Amen. Amen prayed with glorious them. We pray that we may be made one, music is our affirmation. We believe what united with Christ and one another. We the priest has prayed for us and with us. We pray for the whole church, for the pope and have joined our lives to Christ, and we have church leaders, for peace in the world and offered ourselves to God the Father. We are

New Podcast Series During this Year of the Eucharist, parishes have been provided with teachings to help parishioners explore the Mass. Those teachings are now available as podcasts. Listen to one, three, or all of them to learn more about what happens at the Mass! Visit www.rapidcity diocese.org/podcasts/ or search “Official Podcast for the Diocese of Rapid City” on your favorite podcast player! Among the Year of the Eucharist teachings, Fr. Michel Mulloy recorded five segments explaining the Eucharistic Prayer.

Watch for new lesson about the Mass each Wednesday. 10 WRC Making Sense of Bioethics February 2020 Christian girls and abortion When Mother Teresa visited New Bed- or others close to them. when emotions have calmed and the order ceive a child, they will ford, Massachusetts in June 1995, she told One woman described being only 12- of reason can once again fill our minds. This still be there for them. those of us gathered at St. Lawrence Martyr years-old when she had an abortion: happens most readily when a person is sur- After more than ten Church: “Abortion is the greatest evil of “When Saturday came my mom drove me rounded by an abundance of loving support. years of helping single today.” Never one to mince words, Mother back across town, walked me in, paid for the Wendy Bonano serves as the director of mothers at her clinics, Teresa’s courage, truthful- abortion with money several pregnancy support centers in North Bonano makes pre- ness and charity were pal- “... my mom drove me my boyfriend gave her, Carolina. She regularly works with students cisely this point: pable. Parents today need back across town, walked and left the building. I from area universities and colleges, and in a “Quite often there’s Fr. Tadeusz similar fortitude, honesty me in, paid for the didn’t know it then, but recent article in the Family NC magazine, a piece missing from Pacholczyk, and love to be able to dis- abortion with money my they wouldn’t allow her challenged parents to reflect on what their the ‘talks’ parents have Ph.D. cuss the hard topic of un- to stay. The nurse told own sons and daughters are really up with their daughters Director of planned pregnancies and boyfriend gave her, and her I would be ready against in today’s society: and sons. Without abortion with their chil- left the building.” about 3 p.m. so I was “I imagine you are thinking, ‘This would knowing it, we are Education dren. — Girl age 12 there alone ... It’s been never be my daughter.’ I beg you to think leaving no doors open The National Parental input and ad- 35 years since my baby again. More often than not, ‘good’ Christian for our children to Catholic vice are critical when these was aborted and I still girls in relationships are determined to ab- come back to us should Bioethics Center, situations arise. Even as children profess in- think about it every day. It wasn’t a quick fix stain from intercourse and therefore are not they stray. We are Philadelphia. dependence, parents exercise influence over and it wasn’t a solution to my pregnancy. It actively using contraception. Therefore, it making good, strong them, whether for good or for ill. If a was a panicked response to our fears.” takes just one poor decision by either your cases for purity until www.ncb mother says to her daughter, for example, Fear often stands behind the decision to son or daughter to create an unplanned marriage and yet ne- center.org “You can’t have a kid now, because you’ve abort. Young women are understandably pregnancy, regardless of all you’ve taught glecting to communi- got your studies, your career and your whole frightened when they discover they are them.” cate the message of future ahead of you, so I’ll give you money pregnant: “I’m afraid I’m not ready and I So why are good Christian girls getting grace: that we are there for them no matter for an abortion” she is not merely offering won’t be a good mother.” “I’m fearful my abortions? Those who should be at their what, and should they make a mistake — in advice, but being coercive and taking away boyfriend won’t stand by me and support side in a moment of crisis may not be pres- this case, get pregnant — it is safe for them any real choice her daughter might have me — he’s just a kid himself.” “What will ent. Mothers and fathers may not have fos- to come to us for help and support.” had. mom and dad think of the fact I’ve been tered close relationships with their Today more than ever, Christian Likewise, when a boyfriend learns that having sex?” “My friends are people of faith daughters. They may have never discussed children need to hear those supportive and his girlfriend is pregnant and informs her and I’m afraid they’ll look down on me for the possibility of an unplanned pregnancy reassuring words from their Christian he doesn’t want to be a father right now, and this if they find out.” to let them know ahead of time that, even parents. will drive her to the abortion clinic, he Whenever we let fear direct our moral if they act contrary to their advice and con- abandons both his child and the mother of thinking, we tend to make bad judgments his child in their moment of greatest need. and poor choices that can haunt us long af- To read testimonies of young women terwards. Even good people who believe in who have had abortions is heart-wrenching. love, life and family can make panicked Many times they seem to have less respon- choices when they feel cornered by shame sibility for the abortion than their parents and guilt. Major decisions are better made February 2020 News WRC 11 International TEC Family gathers for ‘Encounter’

The annual international gathering, TEC Encounter 2020, will take place in Kansas City, Kan. The TEC retreat movement will come together for its annual gathering at the Savior Pastoral Center in Kansas City, Kan., from July 10-12. Each year, members of local TEC communities meet for three days of fellowship, resources, prayer, and networking. Anyone 18 or older who is in- volved in TEC, past or present, is invited to attend. The celebration is coordinated through the TEC Conference, the organizing body for the international TEC Movement. The gathering is designed to serve the spiritual needs of attendees as well as give them tools and resources to bring back to their local TEC communities. Participants are invited to gather for liturgy, prayer, round table dis- cussions, speakers, award presentations, fellowship, and other activities to celebrate the great gift of TEC. Sarah Jarzembowski, Archdiocese of Baltimore’s Coordinator for College Cam- Deacon James Keating is a deacon of the Archdiocese of Omaha, pus and Young Adult Ministries, will serve where he serves as Director of the Office of the Diaconate. He is as the keynote speaker focusing on the married and a father of four. He was ordained to the diaconate in event’s theme, “Plant, Cultivate, Nurture.” 2001. Dr. Keating is an award-winning author and Director of Jarzembowski has been working in pas- Theological Formation in the Institute for Priestly Formation (IPF) at toral ministry for close to 20 years. Her ex- Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska. In 1993, he was appointed perience with TEC was instrumental in by the Papal Nuncio to be Associate Professor of Moral and Spiritual leading her to a life spent in ministry. Reg- Theology at the Pontifical College Josephinum, Columbus, Ohio. He istration information and further details Presentations Include: served in this capacity for 13 years until 2006 when he joined the IPF can be found at www.tecconference.org. l The Gift of the Lord at Creighton. Dr. Keating has delivered over 700 workshops and TEC (Teens, Together, To Encounter l Our Communion with the Lord lectures internationally, authored over 100 essays and 12 books, Christ), a Catholic movement of spiritual- l The Transcendence and including co-authoring "The Way of Mystery: Eucharist and Moral ity for older adolescents and young adults, Sobriety of the Eucharist Living." was founded in Battle Creek, Michigan in l The Healing Silence of Holy 1965. Focusing on the Paschal Mystery, Communion TEC helps thousands of young people l The Homily as Prayer each year deepen their relationship with Christ and discern their vocation within the larger church. The TEC Movement is affiliated with the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry; and the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops through its Episcopal Moderator Archbishop Gregory Aymond, New Orleans, La. 12 WRC February 2020 Diocese of Rapid City Financial Statement for July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019

My dear sisters and brothers in Christ,

Looking back at 2019 from a financial perspective, we have many reasons to be grateful in the Diocese of Rapid City. Foremost among these is the continued generosity of the people of God in western South Dakota. I am deeply grateful to all who have given to the diocese and their parishes. Every gift is important, from the smallest to the greatest. The Living the Mission Campaign nda Diocesan the Annual Diocesan Appeal both generated significant resources for our diocese to build a new future and to continue providing for effective ministry. Contributions to these two major fund-raising efforts, as well as the money you give to your parishes, are Finance concrete ways to participate in living the mission of Jesus Christ. Many, many thanks to my brother priests, our chancery staff, the religious and the laity who make up our diocese for your generosity and sacrifice. I am also grateful for the support we receive from foundations and organizations outside our diocese. Although outside funding Council levels have dramatically decreased in recent years, these gifts remain vital to our growth as a diocese, even as we work to develop internal resources that will move us from the status of a mission diocese to a diocese with a mission. Jeff Berzina, Rapid City Looking ahead to 2020 we are facing some significant challenges. The first of these is the continuing downturn in the agricultural Pat Burchill, Rapid City market. Recent trade negotiation may be positive, but it is too early to tell how this might affect farm and ranch income. In the Bruce Byrum, Spearfish meantime, I am keenly aware of the financial struggles faced by ranchers and farmers. Since we depend on the generosity of our people to continue our ministry, problems in the agriculture arena affect us all. This has affected donations to the annual appeal for S. Roy Dishman, Rapid City 2020, and we are running behind last year’s figures. Timothy Frost, Rapid City Added to these financial concerns are the ongoing frustrations with the abuse crisis in our church. In the diocese we are affected by this public discussion and we understand people’s frustrations. We continue to move forward to address these concerns and seek Rev. Adam Hofer, Rapid City solutions that will result in a more transparent and stronger church. Stephanie Hurd, Rapid City The Living the Mission Campaign has enabled us to move forward with some aspects of our diocesan priority plan. However, Leisa Nash, Piedmont the campaign fell short of the goal, and therefore we will be servicing a debt on the new chancery. Nevertheless, I am certain that uniting the chancery staff at one location will enhance our ministry and bring blessings to our diocesan mission. The positive pactim Don Stukel, Gregory of the move will help the diocese realize the pastoral plan on many levels and we trust that God will bless us with the necessary Robert Wentz, Piedmont means to continue the good work begun in this campaign, both for the diocese and for the school. Finally, we are all aware of the election for president this year and the continuing disagreements within the three branches of our national government. The economy can and does fluctuate with changes and uncertainty in our nation’s leadership, affecting Ex Officio returns on our investments in often unpredictable ways. Through all this I remain confident. God has blessed our diocese richly. As we prepare for a new bishop, I am hopeful that God’s goodness will continue to be made manifest. Thanks again for all your hard work and generosity. You make a huge difference in Members how we as a diocese can continue to live the mission of Jesus Christ. Daniel Duffy Sincerely in the peace and joy of Christ, Very Rev. Michel Mulloy

Margaret Simonson Rick Soulek Rev. Michel Mulloy Investment Diocesan Administrator

PO Box 678 l Rapid City, South Dakota l 57709-0678 l (605) 343-3541 Parcel: 606 Cathedral Drive Rapid City, South Dakota l 57701-5498 Committee l Jeff Berzina The annual audit for the Diocese of Rapid City was performed by Pat Burchill Thank you the accounting firm Ketel Thorstensen, LLP. A copy of the audit is Bruce Byrum available for review at the Chancery Office. In accordance with the To all who generously gave their time to U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Resolution on Diocesan Don Stukel facilitate the Living the Mission Financial Reporting, information regarding the review and approval campaign. Your effort will benefit of the audit report has been provided to the Archbishop of St. Paul and Minneapolis. Your comments and questions are welcome. our diocese for generations. February 2020 WRC 1113 Summary of the diocesan finances DIOCESE OF RAPID CITY STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION FOR THE YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2019 for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2019 2019 2018

ASSETS The Diocese of Rapid City has been blessed with another fruitful Cash & Cash Equivalents 349,932 278,291 year and we are deeply grateful for the support that has allowed us to Investments 6,113,218 6,593,661 provide necessary ministries in our diocese. Receivables (1) 9,175,885 1,276,831 This year’s financials were highlighted by the execution of the Living Property & Equipment (1) 13,818,971 9,691,707 the Mission capital campaign, the purchasing of a building for the Assets held by others 2,332 2,554 Chancery and pastoral center and a successful Annual Diocesan Investment – SM Properties, LLC 562,841 563,227 Investment – Cash Surrender Life Ins 86,473 85,840 Appeal. Thank you for your ongoing support, allowing us to continue Total Assets 30,109,652 18,492,111 living the mission in western South Dakota. The Western South Dakota Catholic Foundation continues to be the LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS largest contributor to the support of our diocese. We are very grateful to Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities 300,076 254,130 all those who work with the foundation as well as all those who have Amounts Held for Others (2) 2,274,894 245,685 contributed to its growth. Please keep the foundation in your prayers Debt on Pastoral Center and Terra Sancta Property (1) 4,391,035 139,429 639,244 and consider offering your support through financial gifts and estate Total Liabilities 6,966,005 plans. NET ASSETS Since opening in 2012, the Terra Sancta Retreat Center has been a With Donor Restrictions wonderful asset for our diocese. In the past year, the retreat center Restricted in Perpetuity 2,426,520 2,313,992 hosted more than 800 events with over 25,000 guests. It continues to Purpose/Time Restrictions 2,217,725 2,670,517 provide core support for our foundational ministries. This last year, Terra Without Donor Restrictions Sancta Retreat Center provided about $120,000 in contributed services Designated (1) 7,092,442 1,261,674 Undesignated 11,406,960 to attendees of diocesan events. 11,606,684 Total Net Assets 23,143,647 17,852,867 Catholic Extension, Catholic Home Missions, the Black and Indian Mission Office and the Mission Cooperative have also provided TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS 30,109,652 18,492,111 valuable support to various ministries in our diocese. In addition to the (1) The primary reason for changes in Receivables, Property & Equipment, Debt and Designated Net Assets are amounts listed in our financial reports, some of the funding from these attributable to the Living the Mission capital campaign entities was also directed to parishes throughout the diocese. Please (2) Approximately $2 million of Amounts Held for Other are expected Parish Grants associated with the Living continue your prayerful and financial support for these generous the Mission capital campaign. organizations. The diocesan financial picture shown here does not include the DIOCESE OF RAPID CITY support that many parishioners offer to their local parishes. We are STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2019 grateful for all that our people do to continue to live their faith in their Without Total Total parishes. Donor With Donor Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Restrictions Restrictions 2019 2018 A copy of the full audit is available through the Finance Office of the diocese. Your comments and questions are welcome. Please direct Support and Revenue questions or requests to Rick Soulek, PO Box 678, Rapid City SD Living the Mission Appeal 9,704,615 9,704,615 0 Annual Diocesan Appeal 1,592,642 1,592,642 1,506,485 57709, (605-343-3541). Diocesan Programs and Misc. Income 527,913 167,180 695,093 726,803 Western SD Catholic Foundation Grant 0 659,903 659,903 1,175,000 Investment Income 122,461 284,075 406,536 332,954 Fiscal Year 2019 Expenses Outside Funders (Catholic Extension, Comm Home Missions/BIMO, Seminarian &Clergy Mission Coop) 13,689 208,916 222,605 286,633 13% Terra Sancta Retreat Center Income 196,795 196,795 165,226 Gifts and Bequests 89,559 25,641 115,200 536,120 Parish Assesments 42,700 42,700 43,073 Evangelization & Terra Sancta Guild 0 0 0 121,120 Outreach Other Program Net Assets Released From Restrictions 1,685,979 -1,685,979 0 0 24% Services (2) 31% Total Support and Revenue 13,976,353 -340,264 13,636,089 4,893,414

Expenses (1) Evangelization and Outreach 1,959,702 Seminarian and Clergy 1,046,351 Other Program Services (2) 2,620,576 Fund-raising (3) 1,875,865 Management and General 851,055 Total Expenses 8,353,549 4,589,718

INCREASE (DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS 5,282,540 303,696 (1) During Fiscal Year 2019, we implemented the new accounting standards for Not-for-Profit Entities which significantly Management reclassifies expense categories. Prior year comparisons of the new categories will be available with the FY 2020 financial statements. & General Fundraising (3) (2) Approximately $2 million of Other Program Services are expected Parish Grants associated with the Living the Mission 10% 22% capital campaign. (3) Approximately $1.7 million of Fundraising was professional series associated with the Living the Mission capital campaign. 14 WRC Social Justice February 2020 Mental Wellness Ministry training could connect a lot of lives

FROM THE OFFICE OF mission’s Winter Workshop on Feb. 29 at tunity for the diocese to pursue,” Garrigan suicide prevention (Question, Persuade and FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES Terra Sancta Retreat Center. said. Refer), to parishes and communities The project is funded by a multi-year In November, 18 people received Be- throughout the diocese.These trainings give A phone call from his Methodist church grant from the Catholic Institute for Men- Friender training, the first prong of the people the ability to better understand to her grieving father started Amy Julian on tal Health Ministry at the University of San Mental Wellness Ministry. BeFrienders both the chronic and situational challenges a quest that eventually led to a Mental Diego. CIMHM was soliciting grant pro- equips its ministers by focusing on four pil- they encounter, and the skills to reach out Wellness Ministry in the Diocese of Rapid posals to better serve individuals and their lars: to people at risk of suicide, Julian said. City. caregivers who struggle with mental illness, • God is present “When my mother passed away three addictions or other issues, while reducing • Caring not Curing years ago in Maryland, my father’s church the incidence of suicide and bringing • Non-judgmental Presence SOCIAL JUSTICE called him with the offer of a personal visit awareness to mental health challenges. • Active Listening from their support ministry,” said Julian, di- The diocese was one of five recipients in COMMISSION the nation awarded $87,500 over three Linda Drake, a parishioner at St. Therese rector of Family Life Ministries for the dio- WINTER WORKSHOP— cese. That immediate connection got Julian’s years to establish the new ministry. Dioce- of the Little Flower, found BeFrienders attention. san grant writer Mary Garrigan and Julian training intriguing and insightful. “I’ve al- MENTAL HEALTH MINISTRY While the Diocese of Rapid City has submitted a successful four-pronged grant ways thought of myself as a good listener long offered 8-12-week bereavement and proposal to CIMHM that would establish: but there are certain skills that go along SATURDAY, FEB. 29 grief support groups, such as Beginning Ex- with it that I wasn’t aware of,” said Drake. 10 A.M. TO 4 P.M. perience, Surviving Divorce and Heal Your 1) BeFriender Ministry, a parish-based “It is also very freeing to know you don’t Grief Bereavement, Julian was often con- ministry of accompaniment and prayerful have to ‘fix it.’ You just listen! I’ve been able TERRA SANCTA cerned by the limitations of structured listening, in the diocese to use these skills I’ve learned at work and groups. She was disheartened when some- 2) Robust access for parishes to mental in my personal life. It’s amazing how many RETREAT CENTER, one would call looking for immediate sup- health awareness and suicide prevention opportunities there really are to be a RAPID CITY port and she had no groups scheduled for trainings BeFriender.” 3) Increased access to video counseling several months or no active support group “This confidential ministry will give us COST: $15 in their area. “I felt like people needed help opportunities the ability to respond to those in need when when they needed help, and where they 4) Awareness of the rich treasury of they need a listening presence,” Julian said. needed help. To not have anything to offer Catholic prayers, saints and teaching on A BeFriender does not give answers, but al- REGISTRATION: them was a great frustration.” suffering and mental health lows a person to discover his or her inner HTTPS://TERRASANCTA.ORG/ Julian’s answer is the diocese’s Mental “With western South Dakota’s high wisdom through a mutual exchange. Lis- EVENT/SOCIAL-JUSTICE- Wellness Ministry, which she’ll introduce suicide rate, particularly among Native tening becomes a sacred act, free of any COMMISSION-WORKSHOP-3/ along with one of its components, BeFrien- American youth and the older male popu- judgment or agenda, and a response is given ders Ministry, at the Social Justice Com- lation, I knew this was an important oppor- in the spirit of understanding, she said. The project will bring behavioral health OR BY CALLING LINDA AT trainings, such as Mental Health First Aid, 716-5214. In Your Prayers Adverse Childhood Experiences or QPR In Your Prayers is designed to help us remember the birthdays, ordination and death anniversaries of the priests who serve us. Every effort has been made to have a complete list. Ordinations: March 11, 1995, Dcn. Bill Dustman; March 28, 1977 Fr. Arnold Kari; March 31, 2016, Dcn. Lloyd Frein and Dcn. Craig Pearson. Birthdays: March 2, Dcn. Gerald Bush; March 3, Dcn. “Heavy” Garnett; March 13, Dcn. Ben Black Bear, Jr.; March 15, Msgr. Michael Woster; March 17, Fr. Grant Gerlach; March 20, Dcn. Walt Wilson; March 21, Dcn. Patrick Coy; March 22, Fr. Edmund Yainao; March 24, Dcn. Charles Rausch; March 26, Dcn. Luis Usera. Necrology: March 5, 2013; Reuben Valades; March 6, 1966, John DeRaff; March 7 1991, James Sheehan; March 8, 1965, George Heup; March 11, 1948, Bishop John Lawler; March 11, 1964, Arthur O’Brien; March 11, 1965, Benedict Detterman, TOR; March 14, 1975, Wenzel Sobolewski; March 14, 2003, Glendon Welshons, SJ; March 16, 1994, Arthur Doyle; March 16, 2014, Paul Dahms; March 17, 1955, Francis Parisian; March 21, 1977, James Tunnissen, SJ; March 22, 1909, Emil Perrig, SJ; March 24, 1987, Thomas Gorman; March 25, 1972, Alban Reid; March 27, 1964, Philip O’Connell; March 27, 1966, Thomas Downey, SP; March 30, 1968, Florian Kruswicki. February 2020 Events Schedule WRC 15 Saturday, March 7, begins with prayers at March 29-31, St. Francis Mission February 28, Friday 7:45 a.m. followed by 8 a.m. Mass and ex- Sunday-Tuesday sDeadline for submissions: position in Our Lady’s Chapel, Cathedral s Pastoral Ministry Days: Begins with attends March for Life Paper mailed Tuesday, March 17. of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Rapid City. Holy Hour and hospitality on Sunday, 7 ) )605-343-3541 Dr. Kopriva 605-343-6202 or Ellen 605- p.m. This year’s theme is “Give us this day Forty five people, 22 youth and 23 8 718-9909. our daily bread.” Keynote speaker is Deacon adults, from St. Francis Mission traveled to [email protected] March 7, Saturday 8 James Keating, Director of Theological For- Washington D.C. for the 2020 March for [email protected] sPrayerful Painting: Held at St. Martin mation at the Institute for Priestly Forma- Life, sponsored by Life is Sacred — a Monstery from 9:15 a.m.-3 p.m. $20 in- tion, Omaha, Neb. Held at Terra Sancta. February 21, Friday national native pro-life group. cludes lunch. )Sr. Therese Marie at 605- Registration fee $80. Early bird registration Ben and Jenny Black Bear met Patrick sHeart to Heart for the Engaged: For 343-8011 to preregister and for $65 before March 1. 8www.pmd2020.com. Mason, a member of the Osage Nation engaged couples to deepen their relation- information. March 30-31, who serves on the board of directors for ship with each other and God by exploring March 8, Sunday Monday-Tuesday both the Knights of Columbus and Life Is the Catholic Church’s vision of marriage. sNigerian Inculturated Mass: Held at sChancery Offices Closed: So that the Sacred, at a bishops listening session in Required for couples doing marriage prep the Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual staff may attend Pastoral Ministry Days. 2019, which included U.S. Catholic Bish- in the diocese. Ends February 23. Next Help, Rapid City at 10:30 a.m. Celebrant is March 30, Monday ops and Native American Catholic leaders. weekend March 20-22. 8terrasancta.org/ Father Bede Okolie, Abuja, Nigeria. Niger- s The purpose of the listening session was to heart2heart. Chrism Mass: A celebration of the ian meal to follow. Please bring a dessert to engage in dialogue about issues of impor- February 29, Saturday blessing of the holy oils for sacramental use share. in the diocese and the renewal of priestly tance to Native American Catholics. In sLenten Day of Recollections: Led by March 14, Saturday promises. Begins at 7 p.m., Cathedral of December, Mason reached out to the cou- Msgr. Charles Mangan, Diocese of Sioux sNatural Family Planning: Seminar for Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Rapid City. ple about the March For Life Pilgrimage Falls. Held at St. Therese the Little Flower engaged couples or anyone wanting to learn Reception after Mass sponsored by 2020 in Washington, D.C. He asked if they Hall, Rapid City, from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. more about natural family planning. Held WSDCF. This Mass will be livestreamed. would be willing to organize a group of Open to all. Sponsored by Catholic Daugh- at Terra Sancta Retreat Center, from Watch 8facebook.com/DioceseofRapid youth to attend. ters, Court St. Rita #916. 9 a.m.-noon. Seminar will be open for long “There was interest so we decided it s City or www.rapidcitydiocese.org for a link. Social Justice Commission Winter distance learning. Next seminar May 16 at would be better to have a parent/guardian Workshop: “Mental Wellness — What Terra Sancta Retreat Center. )Family Life Want to see more events? come along with any other youth who were Does it Mean and How Can I Help.” Held Ministries 605-716-5214. interested,” said Jenny. at Terra Sancta Retreat Center, Rapid City, sJourneymen Men’s Conference: This Check out our website Once the group arrived in Washington from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost $15, $10 students. year's theme is “Behold the Man” and will www.rapidcitydiocese.org D.C., they were greeted by Mason, along March 1, Sunday feature speaker Dr. Mario Sacasa. He will with the native group from Arizona. While s for “Upcoming Events.” Rite of Election: Join in prayer with discuss Catholic masculinity, fatherhood there, they attended Mass for the Walk at the catechumens and candidates as they af- and living a virtuous life. Held at Terra the Basilica of the National Shrine of the firm their intention of seeking full com- Sancta Retreat Center. Cost is $40. Have an event? Immaculate Conception and had dinner munion in the Catholic Church. Begins at 8terrasancta.org/event/journeymens- )Laurie or Becky with Fr. Henry Sands, Black and Indian 2 p.m., Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual conference/. Scholarships are available. Missions Office. Help, Rapid City. This Mass will be March 22, Sunday 605-343-3541 “There were 190 Natives in our group 8 livestreamed. Watch facebook.com/ sDiocesan Choir Rehearsal: Held from to find out how to get your including, Sioux, Navajo, Laguna, Pojaque, DioceseofRapidCity or www.rapidcity 2:30-4 p.m. in the choir loft at the Cathe- event on the calendar! Hawaiian, Osage and others. We all walked diocese.org for a link. dral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Rapid together to the National Mall where the March 6, Friday City. Other rehearsals are March 26, 6:30- opening ceremonies for the walk begin,” sWorld Apostolate of Fatima: First 8 p.m. and March 29, 7-8:30 p.m. All are Jenny explained. “We had hand drummers Friday, prayers and devotions 6 p.m. in the welcome. Please plan on attending at least leading us and we all had Life is Sacred Sacred Heart Chapel, Cathedral of Our one rehearsal. )Amber Larsen 605-342- posters that we carried along with our Lady of Perpetual Help, Rapid City. First 0507 or [email protected]. Rosebud Sioux Tribe flag, SFM Youth group banner and our St. Francis Mission banner. “There was a feeling of pride to repre- sent our tribe and to know that we are making an impact nationally for our tribe and natives everywhere. We were walking for our belief that all life is sacred. We, as Sicangu Lakota people believe in our culture that life is sacred and pray for our future generations to carry on our traditions and way of life.”

16 WRC Diocese/Parishes February 2020 During Lent feel free to feed your mind and spirit BY LAURIE HALLSTROM is observe the Paschal fast from Holy Thurs- charitable causes for Lent because, “I give he said. The guidelines for Lent are printed on day after evening Mass through Holy Sat- to charity all year long.” To increase his Tammi Williams is also from Blessed the next page. Just in case anyone would urday after the Vigil service. It’s more than Lenten prayer life he said, “I pray on the Sacrament Church, Rapid City. like a few ideas, or a nudge, here is a peek a food fast — we don’t use radio, television, Passion story and I limit pleasurable activ- Traditionally during Lent she chooses at what a few Catholics do for Lent. or other technology, and computers and ities during Lent.” He concurred with little acts of taking the time to handwrite Mary Ann Koenig is a member of St. telephones only as necessary. It’s a fast of si- Krynski about drinking plenty of letters, make actual phone calls and Anthony Church, Fairfax. “Now that we are lence from the noisiness of our lives.” water. On Ash Wednesday and visit others in person. At her house empty nesters I’m afraid we aren’t as delib- Mike Krynski of Blessed Sacrament Fridays during Lent he usually they choose one organization or erate about daily practice, but we are Church, Rapid City, said he doesn’t eats just vegetables. charity to give a gift of money. always sure to have a donation have a special charity during Lent. Frank Birkholt is from St. “Non-traditionally, I step out of ready for the Holy Thursday col- “There is a minor increase in Anthony of Padua Church in my comfort zone and try new lection for the poor.” prayer and I do go to confession,” Hot Springs. When asked about things — teach a religious ed class, At her parish there is no resi- he said. “I try to eat very light on almsgiving he said, “I hope to do more serve as a Eucharistic Minister, teach dent priest. Parishioners in Fairfax Ash Wednesday and on Fridays, this year, but in the past, I really haven’t adult reading, volunteer as a teacher’s aide, lead their own Lenten prayer serv- and I drink plenty of water to stay done anything extra.” or lead a prayer group with other families. ices. “There are Stations of the Cross hydrated,” he said. Regarding prayer and penance, Williams said she does not add new every Wednesday before Faith Formation Sandy Kelly goes to Sacred he said, “I have a normal holy prayers specifically for Lent, but is highly led by the students and on Fridays stations Heart Church in Philip. Asked hour, but I try to spend more involved year round. “I’m in the Veritatis are led by the Knights of Columbus,” she about almsgiving, she said, “We time in addition to that. Also, Splendor Institute Masters 1 Class and a Cor said. try to find a charity, usually which I tend to be more diligent with ad Cor prayer group. I highly recommend Koenig added, “For penance in recent helps children, to fund. If we find reading the Bible during Lent. I them both,” she said, adding the Cor ad Cor years I have tried to add some sort of prayer an opportunity to serve, we will do try to prepare my heart by going prayer exercises are designed to comple- or devotional rather than (some- that too. It really is not planned out — we to confession more than once a month ment the liturgical seasons.” times along with) giving see what comes up during Lent.” during Lent.” He said he abstains from al- Williams fasts two days a week regularly. something up. I have used Like Koenig she uses Dynamic Catholic cohol, caffeine and sweets during the season “By fasting on Wednesday and Friday, I Dynamic Catholic’s resources during Lent. She adds to that of Lent. mean one meal — usually supper. I prefer Lenten materials several books provided by the parish. He observes the church rules for fasting fish or soup, nice bread, no meat. I find it times.” “On Fridays we try not eat between from meat on Ash Wednesday and Fridays helpful for fasting to attend Mass and re- It has been tradition to meals. We do tuna casserole, cheese/olive during Lent. “This Friday observance is ceive the holy Eucharist. I have tomato soup and grilled pizza, fish sticks and fish. For fasting, it something I try to carry over all year,” he make the fast for a spe- cheese sandwiches after the Ash Wednes- helps to stay busy and when I do really feel said. “I also try to do a three day fast over cific intention (offer it day Mass at her church. “We follow that the hunger I think about those who may the triduum. The biggest tip I have for fast- up for a family mem- with some kind of short film about Lent, or feel this on a regular basis or reflect on the ing is prayer prior to starting it and do it on ber’s health, my growth the life of Christ that is suitable for all ages,” Passion.” behalf of somebody else.” in virtue …), and I pray she said. William F. Greene, of St. Mary Church “ I have a great recipe for black bean and to the saints for their in- “One thing our family has done for years in Newell, said he doesn’t add any giving to squash chili that I love to make for Lent,” tercessions,” she said.

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Bison, Blessed Sacrament, Monday, March 9 — 7 p.m. Buffalo, St. Anthony, Monday, March 16 — 7 p.m. Burke, Sacred Heart, Thursday, March 12 — 6 p.m. Colome, St. Isidore, Tuesday, March 17 — 6:30 p.m. Good Friday are days of abstinence. Every- Lent is a season of grace to help both cate- Custer, S.t John, Mercy Night, Monday, March 23 — 6:30 p.m. chumens (those preparing for baptism) and one 14 years of age or older is bound to ab- the faithful to enter more deeply into the stain from meat on Ash Wednesday (Feb. 26) Dupree, Sacred Heart, Friday, March 20 — 5:30 p.m. paschal mystery. In this season we are and all Fridays during Lent. Eagle Butte, All Saints, Friday, March 13 — 5:30 p.m. called to conversion, a renewed sense of our 4. The observance of the laws of fast and ab- Faith, St. Joseph, Sunday, March 15 — 5:30 p.m. frailty or sinfulness, as well as profound stinence are an obligation for all Catholics. Ft. Pierre, St. John, Thursday, March 26 — 6 p.m. trust in the new life that flows from the To completely disregard them is a serious death and resurrection of Christ. The faith- matter. It is sinful not to observe this disci- Isabel, St. Mary, Sunday, March 8 — 3 p.m. ful, ever more attentive to the word of God pline without a serious reason. Those whose Hill City, St. Rose, Fridays: Feb. 28, Mar. 6 & Mar. 13 — 6:30 p.m. and prayer, prepare themselves by fasting, work or health would be impaired are ex- following Stations of the Cross prayer, and almsgiving. cused from fasting and abstaining. The indi- Keystone, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, Fridays: Mar. 20, Mar. 27 & vidual’s conscience can decide if there is According to universal church discipline, all Apr. 3 — 6:30 p.m. following Stations of the Cross members of the Catholic faithful are bound proper cause to excuse from observance. to acts of penance. In order that the faithful 5. Self-imposed fasting on the other week- Lemmon, St. Mary, Sunday, March 22 — 5:30 p.m. join in a more common observance of days of Lent is recommended. Other Martin, Sacred Heart, Saturday, March 28 — 4 p.m. penance, penitential days are prescribed for penances, such as works of piety and char- McIntosh, St. Bonaventure, Tuesday, March 10 — 5:30 p.m. praying, exercising works of charity, and en- ity, and other acts of self-denial also are ap- McLaughlin, St. Bernard, Monday, March 23 — 7 p.m. gaging in acts of self-discipline and denial. propriate as penitential acts. 6. Parents and teachers should see to it that Midland, St. William, Sunday, March 22 — 1 p.m. The season of Lent affords us a 40-day re- even children who, although not bound by Murdo, St. Martin, Thursday, March 5 — 6 p.m. treat to participate in a journey toward re- the laws of fast and abstinence because of Philip, Sacred Heart, Sunday, March 22 — 4 p.m. birth. The holy season of Lent begins with age, are nonetheless brought up in an at- Piedmont, Our Lady of the Black Hills, mosphere that introduces them to the impor- Ash Wednesday (Feb. 26) and ends as the Tuesday, March 31— 6-7:30 p.m. celebration of the Triduum (Holy Thursday, tance of penitential practices. Good Friday, Holy Saturday/Easter Sunday) 7. The faithful should be clearly and posi- Presho, Christ the King, Thursday, April 2 — 6:30 p.m. begins during Holy Week. tively encouraged to participate in the sacra- Rapid City, Blessed Sacrament, Mercy Night, 1. The season of Lent is to be observed by ment of reconciliation during Lent. Churches Tuesday, March 24 — 4-7 p.m. Catholics as a time of prayer, fasting and will schedule adequate time for confessions. Rapid City, Cathedral, Mercy Night, almsgiving. 8. The liturgical directions of the Sacramen- 2. Ash Wednesday and Good Friday in partic- tary and Lectionary must be faithfully ob- Thursday, Feb. 27 — 5:30-8:30 p.m. ular are the most important penitential days served regarding all the special Holy Week Rapid City, St. Isaac Jogues, Wednesday, March 25 — 6:30 p.m. for the liturgical year. They are both days of rites. Rapid City, St. Therese, Thursday, March 19 — 7 p.m. fasting. Those who are over 18 years of age 9. Funeral Masses are not allowed on Holy Timber Lake, Holy Cross, Sunday, March 8 — 5 p.m. Thursday (Apr. 9) Good Friday (Apr. 10) or and under 60 years of age are bound to fast Wall, St. Patrick, Sunday, March 29 — 4 p.m. on Ash Wednesday (Feb. 26) and Good Fri- Holy Saturday (Apr. 11.) The funeral rite out- day (Apr. 10.) side of Mass can be held in church on those Winner, Immaculate Conception, Tuesday, March 24 — 6:30 p.m. On these two days only one full meatless days with a Mass offered for the deceased meal is allowed. Two other meatless meals, celebrated at a later date. sufficient to maintain strength, may be 10. The RCIA is incorporated into the liturgy taken according to each one’s needs, but to- of Lent. The Rite of Election will be gether they should not equal one full meal. celebrated Mar. 1, at 2 p.m. in the Cathedral Eating between meals is not permitted on of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Rapid City. On these two days, but liquids, including milk the third, fourth and fifth Sundays of Lent, and fruit juices, are allowed. the Scrutinies take place during Mass. 3. Ash Wednesday, all Fridays of Lent and 18 WRC Strengthening Family Ties February 2020

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BY JENNY SPENCER, By sponsoring the Palm Sunday Brunch ADOPTIVE PARENT April 5, 2020 l Begins at 12 Noon Ramkota Convention Center, Rapid City I grew up in a big family with three siblings and over twenty cousins. I was Sr. Donna Markham 2020 Palm Sunday very blessed to have two parents who loved each other and each of their Brunch Keynote Speaker on April 5 children. They were positive role mod- Your sponsorship helps defray brunch expenses, allowing Catholic Social Services to direct all proceeds raised during els that I wanted to be like for my own the event to those in need of CSS services. As a Major children one day. Sponsor you are cordially invited to attend a reception Holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, Saturday evening April 4, 2020. You will have the and milestones like graduations, wed- opportunity to meet Sr. Donna Markham, keynote speaker for Nathan, Jenny, and Serena Spencer the Palm Sunday Brunch. dings and baptisms were such joyful (Courtesy photo) family times. My first nephew was Sr. Donna Markham, president and CEO of Catholic born when I was a freshman in college. It I experienced disappointment at times of Charities USA, is the first woman to hold this position in the was so amazing to hold a brand new life in learning who did not support us during the organization’s over 100 year history. An Adrian Dominican sister with doctorate in clinical psychology, she served on my hands and welcome him into our family. process. Most of all I felt immense joy and CCUSA’s board of trustees for eight years, two of which I graduated from college and moved back deep gratitude when we learned that a baby were as board chair. In addition, she has served in Sr. Donna Markham to the Black Hills and started a new job in girl was born and the birth parents wanted leadership positions in behavioral healthcare both in OP, Ph.D., ABPP Rapid City. About two years later I met my to meet us! Our daughter was placed with Canada and the U.S. and is internationally recognized President & CEO author and speaker in areas pertaining to transformational Catholic Charities USA future husband. After we married we both us when she was two days old. The amazing leadership, organizational change management and the wanted to start a family and were hopeful miracle we waited for was here! All the pa- effective treatment of the mentally ill. for a great future. perwork and legal work pales to the depth Six years later and we decided to meet of love God had planned for us with our Prior to coming to CCUSA, she served as president of the Behavioral Health Institute at Mercy Health Systems where she led the transformation of the delivery of behavioral services across with an adoption counselor at Catholic So- little girl. the seven geographical regions of the health system. In addition to her work at Catholic cial Services. We were ready to learn what Adoption has completely changed my Charities, she serves as a consultant to three committees of the USCCB: Migration, Domestic steps were involved with the process. After life. We have a beautiful, healthy daughter Policy, and Racism. much prayer and discernment, we com- who is full of life, wonder and awe at the pleted our application for domestic adop- world and people around her. My life is full Major Sponsorship Levels tion and the amazing journey began! We of love in ways I never knew were possible. wrote autobiographies, asked people to Adoption gave me the blessing of the fam- $2,000 $1,500 $1,000 $500 write personal references, completed home ily I have wanted since I was a young Saint’s Circle Sacred Circle Holy Circle Bishop’s Circle studies, and completed lots of paperwork. girl. Our little girl now is part of a large Yes, I would like to help CSS fulfill its mission by sponsoring the annual Palm Sunday Brunch. We read stories and articles on adoption family of her own who love and care for her o I have enclosed a check in the amount of: $o Please bill me: $ and how it impacts the child, birth parents so much. She is our angel baby. and adoptive parents. Our caseworker kept My personal journey through adoption Name: Address: us updated on new developments and we has been tremendous. It has been one of City, State, Zip: prayed everyday for the phone to ring from hope, trust, prayer, joy and gratitude. Family CSS. and friends have been a huge support and Phone: E-mail: I experienced many emotions that I continue to bless our lives and our daugh- o I will pay by credit card:___MC___VISA Acct #: ______never anticipated. I had hope for the un- ter’s life with love and acceptance. I fully known baby and birthparents. I wondered support and am so thankful for the adop- Card expiration date about God’s plan for me to become a mom. tion services and staff of CSS. Print name exactly as it appears on this card

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A Lenten Day of Recollection will be women, including offered on Saturday, Feb. 29. The “Wonders young adults and of Lent” will be explored by Msgr. Charles teenagers. Mangan from the Diocese of Sioux Falls. Msgr. Mangan was It will be held at St. Therese of the Little ordained in June 1989 Flower Church Hall, 532 Adams Street, and has served as Rapid City, from 8:30 a.m. until 3p.m. It parochial vicar, pastor, will feature Mass, reconciliation, rosary, Di- Vice Chancellor and vine Mercy Chaplet, conferences, question Defender of the Bond. and answer period, and Investiture of the He studied Canon MSGR. CHARLES Brown Scapular. Law and Mariology in MANGAN There is no charge for the retreat which Rome. He worked in includes lunch and complimentary scapular. the Vatican Congregation for Institutes of Coffee will be served from 8-8:20 a.m. Consecrated Life and Societies of Apos- Pro-Life March on State Capitol Msgr. Mangan is a well-known speaker tolic Life. Currently, he is the Director of On Sunday, January 26, the Runners for Life, Catholic Daughters, Knights of Columbus and and director of retreats. He is a prolific the Office of the Marian Apostolate in the South Dakota Right to Life gathered at the South Dakota State Capitol in Pierre to show their writer about the Blessed Virgin Mary and Diocese of Sioux Falls, the Vicar for Con- support for the Sanctity of Life. In this picture the South Dakota State University Newman the publisher of several articles. secrated Life and the Canonical Adviser to Center are led by Knights of Columbus, Grand Knight Bradly Wittrock. (Photo courtesy Msgr. Mangan said, “We will explore the the Bishop. He was commissioned by Pope Bradly Colling, Life Director, Knights of Columbus, Cathedral Council 1489) Season of Lent and what it means to each Francis as a “Missionary of Mercy.” of us. ‘Behold now is the acceptable time, be- Articles written by Msgr. Mangan in- hold, now is the day of salvation’” (2 Cor 6:2). clude: “Our Lady of Guadalupe: The Pa- State Knights update entry process In an open letter to Brother Knights of upcoming changes. Sponsoring the mini-retreat is Court St. troness of the Americas and of the Pro-Life Columbus and their families, Tim Salmen, After two years of discussion by the Rita #916 of the Rapid City Catholic Movement,” and “The Value of the Most Ceremonials Chairman for the South Supreme Council officers and Board of Di- Daughters. It is open to all men and Holy Rosary for the Family.” Dakota State Council, advised members of rectors a change has been made to the cer- emonials for the exemplification of the lessons of the Order. According to Salmen they are trying to be more inviting to Knights of Columbus prospective members, as well as their fami- lies. “The Exemplification of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity takes about 30 minutes to complete and explains the first three prin- Mark DiSanto Adam Werkmeister Curtis Antony David Cook Jeff Gillen ciples of the order in a concise, yet inform- Rapid City Armour Watertown Sioux Falls Sioux Falls (605) 391-5694 (605) 999-0743 (605) 881-6545 (605) 419-1551 (605) 759-7204 ative and meaningful manner. It is designed [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] to be conducted in the parish with family and friends of the candidate present to wit- ness the ceremony,” said Salmen. “Secrecy Serve their community of this ceremonial is no longer required, which removes one of the obstacles that has Grow their faith kept men from joining in the past, being their families Protect prohibited from discussing the ceremonials Build a brotherhood Tom Bechen Phil Carlson Matt Weller This Could with anyone other than Brother Knights. Mitchell Brookings Redfield Be You! Transform the world Join us. (605) 770-9798 (605) 695-4793 (605) 450-6066 Contact Jon for Now, they can not only discuss it, family [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Career Opportunities and friends can support the new candidate LIFE INSURANCE • DISABILITY INCOME INSURANCE • LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE • RETIREMENT ANNUITIES by being with them on this journey.” In addition, 1st Degree Knights can now advance to the 3rd Degree of the Order Jon Beebe without the large commitment of time that General Agent was previously required. (605) 882-8689 “While this historic change shortens the [email protected] journey to full Knighthood in our Order, it does not lessen the importance of the prin- www.kofcbeebeagency.com ciples of the Order in any manner,” said Salmen. News 20 WRCHoly Land: ‘Your whole person is transformed one way or another’February 2020

BY MARJ FREW “Having been there, I can picture what it really looks like They had Mass at Cana, where Jesus turned water into (Editor’s note: To see the entire story at the Bennett when I listen to scripture now. The setting is a reality. I have wine. The couples on the tour renewed their wedding vows County Booster’s website go to www.bennettcountyboos heard the birds, seen the flowers, walked the same paths.” at this location. tersd.com) The group travelled to Jerusalem and Bethlehem, toured the Basilica of the Annunciation, and had a private Mass With Anne Lyon’s recent retirement from Bennett over the house of Mary. “Seeing where Mary lived was an County School last spring, one of her goals was to travel. inspiring, humbling experience,” Anne noted. She has made good on that plan, logging close to 12,000 They toured the Church of St. Joseph, and part of the miles on her recent pilgrimage to the Holy Land in Janu- home of the Holy Family. This day also brought them to ary. the House of Mary, where Catholic tradition holds that the “The journey was definitely not a vacation,” Anne ex- Angel Gabriel visited the Virgin Mary. plained. “We spent the entire time walking, learning, and The group visited the Church of the Nativity, which is in prayer constantly. We were completely enveloped with the very spot where Jesus Christ was born. An opening taking in historical information, spiritual implications, and under an altar allows visitors to reach down about 12 the experience of being at the sacred places. Your whole inches, to touch the actual ground. person is transformed in one way or another.” The pilgrims visited the Tomb of Lazarus, which they She joined a group from Casting Nets Ministries, which entered; visited the Home of Martha and Mary, and saw had given missions for the Diocese of Rapid City and Our the Valley of the Shadow of Death. Lady of the Sacred Heart Church in Martin. Anne is a Mass was celebrated at the Jordan River. “This experi- member of the parish in Martin. A mural depicting the moment a believer touched the gar- ence was very powerful. We renewed our baptismal vows at Upon arriving in Israel, she joined the group of thirty ment of Jesus was one of the powerful works of art which the river. This is the area where the voice of God was heard. people, six of whom were from South Dakota: Doug and served as a backdrop at the Encounter Chapel in Magdala. To just be still and know that God actually spoke here is Sandy Stukel, Burke; Rose Wells and Joan Grim, Gregory; (Photo by Anne Lyon) an experience that I can’t describe with words.” and Peggy Westrich, Rapid City. At Mt. Zion, they visited the Basilica of the Dormition, The first nights were spent near the Sea of Galilee. “This went to the Upper Room and continued on to Caiaphas’ was one of my favorite areas, as it was very lush. We did a house, where Jesus was kept in a dungeon on his last night lot of walking, usually uphill on uneven stones. We averaged of life. five miles per day.” The group celebrated the Solemn Mass of the Resurrec- Other places of spiritual interest the group visited were tion at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, regarded as the the synagogue at Capernaum, the Church of St. Peter and holiest site in the world for Christians. The day ended at Paul, the Mt. of Beatitudes, and Magdala, which is the the Church of St. Anne, which is the birth place of the birthplace of St. Mary of Magdala. Blessed Virgin Mary. Anne remarked, “One thing that meant a lot to me was The final day of the pilgrimage was spent at the Valley prayer time we took at the Encounter Chapel in Magdala, of Elah, the birthplace of St. John the Baptist, and the Vis- which is part of the Duc In Altum Spiritual Center. We itation. prayed with and for each other as we gave our burdens to “If anyone is ever presented the opportunity to go, do it. the Lord. The chapel features a mural of the moment when Casting Nets personnel pictured with South Dakota partici- You will never regret going. Everyone who makes this trip a woman touched the garment of Jesus. I began to feel I pants, Fr. Joseph Irwin, Anne Lyon, Martin; Doug and Sandy will be transformed in one way or another. I loved the con- was walking with Christ in a whole new level of intimacy.” Stukel, Burke; Tony Brandt; Rose Wells and Joan Grim, Gre- nection of all the members of our group, and that we grew Other stops included the Eremos Grotto, where they gory; Peggy Westrich, Rapid City; and Chris Stewart. to know and love each other.” visited the Church of the Multiplication. Anne remarked, (Courtesy photo) KC Council 8025 sponsors 6th Annual Golf Tournament in support of the Colton Derr Foundation

William Winch is chairing the 6th annual golf tourna- Founded in 2012, the Colton Derr Foundation is stead- formation for each company that signs up for one. They will ment for the Colton Derr Foundation for KC Council fast in their three-fold mission: Veteran Advocacy, Assis- be $100 each. For corporate sponsorships, which are $250, 8025, St. Therese Parish, Rapid City. The foundation assists tance and Public Awareness of the battles our heroes face there will be a sign that holds the name and logo of the veterans with PTSD and works to prevent suicides. Visit when they come home. sponsoring company. For any monetary and gift items, their website www.sergeantderrfoundation.org, to read This year’s event will be held Sunday, July 12, at Prairie there will be a recognition as well during the lunch and about their organization and mission. Ridge Golf Course at Ellsworth. All money raised will go silent auction. All donations are tax deductible. The tax ID According to Winch, there are currently 2.7 million vet- to the Colton Derr Foundation. The tournament begins at number for the Knights of Columbus Council 8025 is erans from the current conflicts. About 20% are diagnosed 8 a.m. with 4-man teams. The fee is $75 per golfer. Lunch available upon request. with PTSD, and 50% do not seek any treatment. “We are will be served after the tournament. Feel free to contact Winch anytime at kc8025golftour still losing 20 veterans and one active duty solider a day to Winch is seeking corporate sponsorships, monetary sup- [email protected] or leave a message at 605-877-4631 suicide. Your assistance and our good work could save a life,” port, and items to use as hole prizes for this event. This year or 920-222-5937. said Winch. the Knights are offering a bulletin pin that will hold the in- All donations are appreciated. NewFebruary 2020 research details CathoNewslic inmates at Auschwitz WRC 21

BY JONATHAN LUXMOORE ties. CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE In her study, Wontor-Cichy said dis- WARSAW, Poland (CNS) — A Polish pensing sacraments had been “strictly for- researcher has published the first study of bidden” on pain of death by Nazi religious practices among Christian prison- commanders at Auschwitz-Birkenau, but ers at Auschwitz-Birkenau, as the 75th an- priests still secretly administered them, pro- niversary of the Nazi-run death camp’s viding “a form of spiritual and psychological liberation was marked in Israel and Poland. support” and a “sense of community.” “Although most deportees to Auschwitz She added that several Catholic clergy from occupied Europe were Jews, the camp had detailed their pastoral work after sur- was originally opened for Polish prisoners viving the camp, including Father Adam and also took in Catholic resistance fighters Zieba, a priest from Nowy Sacz, Poland; from France, Germany, Belgium and other and Cardinal Adam Kozlowiecki, who later countries,” said Teresa Wontor- became archbishop of Lusaka, Cichy, a historian at the ‘This aspect Zambia. Auschwitz-Birkenau State of its history Many previously nonbelieving Museum. prisoners had turned to prayer Sts. Maximilian Kolbe and Edith Stein are pictured in a combination photo. The two saints “This aspect of its history has been while incarcerated, the researcher are extensively documented in a new study of religious practices among Christian prisoners has been studied only randomly studied only said, “instinctively seeking contact” at Auschwitz-Birkenau, as the 75th anniversary of the Nazi-run death camp’s liberation was up to now. But it’s important randomly up to with Catholic priests and nuns marked in Israel and Poland. (CNS files) the world knows more and now.’ who were known derisively as “Pf- takes it into account,” she said. fafen” by camp guards and as- separate paths.” Holocaust Memorial Day. Pope Francis will The historian spoke after signed the harshest workloads. Several international leaders attended be represented by Cardinal Zenon Groc- her study, “Religious Life of Christian Pris- “Catholics were deported here through- commemorations of Auschwitz-Birkenau’s holewski, former prefect of the Vatican’s oners in KL Auschwitz,” was published by out the war for political crimes, as well as 1945 liberation at Jerusalem’s Yad Vashem Congregation for Catholic Education. the state museum’s research center. when other prisons were overloaded,” Won- Institute Jan. 23, while more than 50 heads At least 200 former camp prisoners from In a Jan. 23 Catholic News Service in- tor-Cichy told CNS. of state and ambassadors were to attend the U.S., Canada, Israel and other countries terview, she said the fate of some Catholic “People visiting the camp often have re- separate 75th anniversary events in Poland also were expected at the Auschwitz-Birke- clergy at Auschwitz-Birkenau, notably St. quested their stories are studied in a rigor- Jan. 27, the date the camp was occupied by nau commemorations. Maximilian Kolbe and St. Edith Stein, had ous way to establish the full truth of what Soviet troops; it is marked as International been extensively documented. happened here.” However, she said thousands of lay In her study, Wontor-Cichy said many Catholics also had kept their faith at the Catholic prisoners had shown “great deter- camp, where 1.2 million inmates were killed mination” in concealing liturgical and devo- by the Nazis during World War II. tional objects at the camp, such as rosaries “Up to now, their religious devotions made of dried bread. have been known about only through occa- She added that Auschwitz-Birkenau’s sional memoirs and articles — it’s now pos- Nazi administrators had attempted to deter sible to document them more completely,” Christmas observances in 1944 by installing Wontor-Cichy said. a decorated Christmas tree surrounded by Serving Your Family For Generations “Since 95% of the camp’s archives were dead bodies in the camp’s assembly yard, Family-owned and Operated destroyed, it’s impossible to state how many but added that one priest, Father Wladys- 2700 Jackson Blvd., Rapid City 605-343-0077 Christians were here. But religious affilia- law Grohs, had celebrated Mass and heard “Funeral Directors with over 200 years of combined experience” tions were recorded when prisoners were confessions in his cell. registered and died, and we know Catholics While many inmates “doubted God’s made up the largest number — mostly from providence” in a state of “permanent bro- Poland, but also from France, Germany, the kenness,” the historian said, some also Netherlands, Slovakia and the Soviet turned to God during incarceration. Union. “So many people were deported here, all Besides Jewish inmates, who made up with a will to survive, that it’s easy to see 90% of the victims, around 100,000 Poles why emotions and conflicts have sometimes were killed by German occupiers in flared. But our task is to research the camp’s Robb Ozzie Terry Jes Dwight Robert Auschwitz’s gas chambers and execution history — the good and noble alongside the Schmidt Osheim Gilbertson, Scott Edstrom Broderick sites. The Nazis also killed Russians, Roma bad and wicked — and we should accept CFSP (Gypsies) and prisoners of other nationali- that academic research and politics follow 22 WRC Curia Corner February 2020 Exciting tidbits from the diocesan archives ... Refuel conference features relic PRESERVING A CATHOLIC COMMUNITY This 99 year old monstrance from St. Katherine Drexel was used at the Office the Year of the Eucharist. A small cedar box of Faith Formation’s Refuel Conference, Jan. 17-18. It is carried by BY KATHY CORDES, DIOCESAN ARCHIVIST was chosen which was handmade by Fr. D. Fr. Brian Christensen assisted by Deacon Jim Scherr. The monstrance was s the story goes and my research Craig Cower and will be on display in the donated to St. Francis Mission on the Rosebud Reservation by St. Katherine in Acontinues, around 1941 there was archives of the new Pastoral Center. 1921 when the church was rebuilt after being destroyed by a fire. St. Francis an Alabaster Store in Rapid City? Just what ew Black Elk prayer cards are on Mission is one of the two is an alabaster store? Sound familiar, any- Ntheir way. The prayer for Nicholas missions she first founded. one? Calling all history buffs, I would love Black Elk has been updated.The picture of Refuel is an annual to hear your stories! him praying with his daughter Lucy has conference is for catechists s we begin to plan our move, the been sharpened on the Prayer for Canon- and others who serve the Aarchives along with each depart- ization card. Prayers in English, Spanish mission of the church. This ment in the Chancery, is working with and German versions are being made. Dea- year, it also served as the record retention policies adhering to state con Ben Black Bear is translating a Lakota Year of the Eucharist Retreat. and federal laws along with Canon (church) version. It began Jan. 17 with laws. Today, most records are not only in wo museums in our own backyard confessions, adoration, and paper form but digital media. Meta data will be featured this summer in is- T West River Catholic Mass. and digital footprints are extremely impor- sues of the . Fr. Jacob Father Christensen said at tant today to preserve our history. Preserv- Boddicker, SJ will be a guest columnist for adoration, “The Year of the ing these different types of media remains the “Curia Corner.” He will feature the Eucharist is a gift to the problematic and we must also preserve the Beuchel Memorial Lakota Museum on the diocese. May we have a equipment with which to view electronic Rosebud Reservation. This museum re- deeper encounter with records and have them remain operational cently loaned the Refuel conference the Jesus.” for future use. monstrance of St. Katherine Drexel. Boxes, large and small, photographs and The Heritage Museum of the Holy See also: film slides, media, magazines and even a Rosary Mission in Pine Ridge, South #tbt #prayforus medical stethoscope have made their way Dakota is the other museum. Mary Maxon, #dioarchives #diorc into my office this last month. It is exciting director, will be the guest columnist and will to plan, according to archival practices, what feature this museum. Both museums have (WRC photo by Becky Berreth) can be disseminated, what must be stored collected many Lakota artifacts from their and provenance to keep. Which begs the respective reservations and possess a wealth question — where in the world did this of information for our future generations. stethoscope come from? I think a visit to Stay tuned for these exciting profiles. the Sisters of St. Martins is in order to see Our diocesan mission statement shows what stories they can tell me. us how to live, to proclaim the mission of ime Capsules are historical monu- Jesus Christ and to preserve our diocesan Tments to capture memories. With and church history for future generations. the inception of a new pastoral center for These records of enduring value, whether western South Dakota, a small time capsule historical or intrinsic, enable us to maintain will be put together by staff. Beginning with the rich and true history of our diocese. For Bishop Gruss to Fr. Michel Mulloy what all the blessings that God has provided for better way to have our next generation us, the information and artifacts that come remember our mission, our hospitality and the way of the archives are truly treasures. Follow us on social media:

@RapidCitydiorc DioceseofRapidCity @RapidCitydiorc And watch for #tbt every Thursday from the Diocesan Archives! www.rapidcitydiocese.org February 2020 Education Update WRC 23 NATIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK (WRC photo) (WRC MEN IN BLACK BASKETBALL Jesuit novice John Stein, Pine Ridge; Father Mark Horn, Hill City; and seminarian Andrew Sullivan, Rapid City; defend against St. Thomas More seniors Jarek Glenn and Dalton Klosterman during the 11th annual Men in Black Basketball game at St. Thomas More High School. The game is a joint fundraiser for the Office of Vocations and the Mission Team at the school. The night also featured elementary students vs. faculty, a middle school vs. (Above) Father Brad Held, SJ, Holy Rosary faculty basketball game, autograph session with the priests, a live auction, and a dinner. Mission, visited Sr. Rana’s middle school religion class at Red Cloud Middle School. During his visit, he discussed the Jesuits, Want to see more photos from the game? his role as a pastor, and answered questions. (Photo courtesy Red Cloud Visit our Facebook page Indian School) (Right) Rapid City Catholic facebook.com/DioceseofRapid City School System second graders Andrew Nelson, Allison Billauand, Mason Wieseler, and Jonah Carrier, hold hands during the Our Father at the All Systems Mass. Father Michel Mulloy, diocesan administrator, celebrated the Mass, encouraging the students to use their gifts to the best of their abilities so that they can all be the best they can be. (WRC photo) Prices starting from $2,499 — Airfare Included in this Confirmation Preparation price from anywhere in the USA Have a student preparing for confirmation? Want to learn more about the sacrament? Watch for this Q&A featuring questions for confirmands from the Office of the Bishop. Several trips to different destinations: the Holy Land; Italy; What are the 10 Commandments? France, Portugal, & Spain; Poland; Medjugorje, Lourdes, 1 I, the Lord, am your God. You shall not have other gods besides me & Fatima; Ireland & Scotland; England; Austria, Germany, 2 You shall not take the name of the Lord, your God, in vain 3 Remember to keep holy the Lord’s Day & Switzerland; Greece & Turkey; Budapest; Prague; 4 Honor your father and mother Our Lady of Guadalupe; Domestic Destinations; etc... 5 You shall not kill 6 You shall not commit adultery 7 You shall not steal We also specialize in custom trips for Bishops, 8 You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor 9 You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife Priests, and Deacons. 10 You shall not covet your neighbor’s goods YouCat 350: Are the Ten Commandments a random list? No. The Ten Commandments form a unity. One commandment refers to another. You Call us 24/7 508-340-9370 cannot arbitrarily toss out individual commandments. Someone who breaks one Hablamos Espanola 855-842-8001 commandment is violating the whole law (2069-2079). What is remarkable about the Ten Commandments is that all human life is included within www.proximotravel.com them. Indeed, we men are related at the same time to God (commandments 1-3) and to our fellow men (commandments 4-10); we are religious and social beings. anthony@proximotravel .com February 2020

Mailing label 24 WRC The story of our lives BIG HITS, LITTLE-SEEN GEMS AMONG 2019’S BEST MOVIES I’m beginning the new year with a clean of- fice. It seems a good place to start, a practical AND FAMILY FILMS way to set me up for any other resolutions I BY JOHN MULDERIG make. NEW YORK (CNS) — The year 2019 saw My office used to be meticulous. the release of quality films across a wide Early in our marriage, my husband surprised range of genres, from a comic book- me with a u-shaped mahogany desk he’d found based extravaganza and a family drama Christina on Craigslist. It conferred dignity as it housed about a Chinese American clan to a crackerjack murder mystery. Capecchi all my material: two computer screens in front Family-friendly fare, meanwhile, saw of me, notes at my side, shelving behind me for extensions to popular franchises, the Freelance journals and magazines. polished adaptation of a classic 19th- writer In its fold, I felt capable, equipped. And the century novel and the updating of a hours flew by here: late-night drafts, early- much older literary stalwart: the story of Inver Grove morning revisions. Camelot. Heights, Minn. But over time the desk became a catch-all, Below — in alphabetical order — are the piling up paperwork and books, covering dust Media Review Office of Catholic News bunnies and power strips. described the place for faith amid uncertainty. “Life is a great mys- Service’s picks for last year’s Top 10 movies overall and Top 10 family-friendly I decided to make like Marie Kondo, the Japanese personal tery, and we can’t figure it all out,” he said. “Lean into the mystery.” films. organizer whose bestselling book spawned a Netflix series. Her Other sources linger in my mind because of what they do not The key to CNS classifications for the advice is unflinching: Discard almost everything. (And if someone disclose. Last month the manager of a fast-food restaurant an- movies listed below: A-I — general else in your house won’t let you, purge when that person is gone.) swered all my questions for a story but left me wondering about patronage; A-II — adults and adolescents; “By doing this,” Kondo writes, “you can reset your life and his story. A-III — adults; L — limited adult audience, embark on a new lifestyle.” I remember the unemployed mom who bundled up and went films whose problematic content many adults would find troubling. I set to work in my office, one pile at a time. Pictures, newspa- to the Minneapolis library to scan help-wanted ads when it was 15 below. “I see a little sunlight,” she told me, “and I always come pers, insurance forms. Top 10 overall movies: With each patch of desk that emerged, I felt better. Lighter, out.” • Ad Astra A-III clearer-headed. I believe our stories are sacred. They are worth telling and • Avengers: Endgame A-III Then came the bulk of the build-up: dozens and dozens of legal re-telling. • Emanuel A-II pads. Hasty black cursive sprawled across the pages, unfettered by I believe it is our Christian calling and our human duty to listen • The Farewell A-III the lines. Names that conjure hazy faces — people I had inter- to others’ stories. • Just Mercy A-III viewed at the mall, at the coffee shop, at the baseball game, in the A journalist gathers information using the five W’s: who, what, • Knives Out A-III movie theater. Auctions, ordinations, trials, protests. when, where and why. The latter unlocks many doors. Why did you • 1917 A-III The story of my journalism career is here in the stories of marry her? Why did you vote for him? Why do you live here? Why • The Peanut Butter Falcon A-III strangers. It’s what I made of their accounts, what happened are you Catholic? Why did you pursue this profession? Why did • Us L between the handwritten interview notes and the published news- you become a parent? Top 10 family films: paper articles. And a powerful follow-up to any comment: “Why do you say • Abominable A-I Certain sources stand out. Some present golden nuggets of that?” • The Angry Birds Movie 2 A-II wisdom topped in red velvet bows. Art Fry, the Post-It inventor, These are the questions we should ask our parents, our neigh- • Breakthrough A-II articulated the value of failure, of making mistakes and trying new bors, our colleagues, our cashiers. • Dora and the things. Kim Smolik, CEO of Leadership Roundtable, said good When asked with sincere interest, they reflect a core Catholic Lost City of Gold A-II • Frozen II A-II leaders practice self-care. social teaching: Each of us has value and dignity, each of us has an • The Kid Who Mark Shea, the prolific Catholic author, offered advice on interesting story. Would Be King A-II writing that applies to living: “The real trick is to cultivate interest May we scribble them wherever we can: on napkins, in • Little Women A-II in everything.” notepads, across the lines and against our hearts. • Tolkien A-II A year before his death, Archbishop Emeritus Harry Flynn • Toy Story 4 A-I