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Diocesan Missions Office Editor’s reflections by Doug Bean accepts donation for Propagation of the Our Lord’s love and mercy knows homes today. The diocesan Missions Office - re no bounds. No matter how difficult Millions pray cently received a $75,000 gift for the life becomes, we trust in God to take the Chaplet of Society for the Propagation of the care of every person’s needs. Divine Mercy Faith from the Gillig and Music En- Is it easy to surrender our own wills daily, using dowment Fund. It was presented by and give everything to Christ? Not the beads of Loren Brown, president and CEO of at all. Most of us have trust issues. the . A The Catholic Foundation, and will be Human beings want to be in control. special nine-day that started forwarded to the national office for When we are faced with despair over on is also popular. And the Propagation of the Faith in New a family problem, a health issue, a yet it seems there’s more work to do York and then to . in spreading the word about Divine support for the Propagation of the struggle with sin, whatever it might The Society for the Propagation be, it is important to remember to call Mercy. Faith and for Columbus Our Lady of the Faith supports the missionary upon the limitless power of the Savior. God’s unbelievable love and mer- of Victory Church, the Ursuline Sis- work of priests, sisters, and brothers cy is seen every day, even when it ters of Toledo, Tiffin Calvert High As Catholic parishes in the Diocese who provide shelter, food, and train- of Columbus and throughout the seems like the world is imploding School, and The Catholic Founda- ing to persons in need throughout the world celebrate Divine Mercy Sun- around us. tion. Each year, a percentage of the world and bring the Good News of day on April 8, let’s give thanks for How awesome to read about Peter money will be available for the orga- to those who do not know Him. the graces that flow from the sacred Lombardi, a 12-year-old student at nizations through the Foundation. Columbus St. Andrew School with “If to spread the Gospel is import- and merciful heart of Jesus. Gillig, a Tiffin native, served in Down syndrome, having his dream ant to you during your lifetime, you Pope St. Pope John Paul II insti- World War II as a sergeant with the fulfilled during to receive can continue it even after you die, tuted Divine Mercy Sunday in 2000 Aviation Engineers in the Pacific a kiss from the pope. He even got to by leaving a portion of your estate to after Sister , a Theater and was awarded a battle star cloistered nun who received visions ride around St. Peter’s Square in the the Society for the Propagation of the for the Okinawa campaign. He was a from Jesus that she recorded in a di- popemobile. Read about the amazing Faith, which supports 1,500 mission member of Knights of Columbus Our ary in the 1930s, was canonized. The experience on Page 3. dioceses in the world,” said diocesan Lady of Victory Council 12900 and devotion was near and dear to John In the March 25 issue of the Times, missions director Leandro M. Tapay. a fourth-degree member of Bishop Paul II’s heart, in part because Our readers were touched to learn about “The donation would be used to help Edward Hermann Assembly 2727. Blessed Lord worked through a fel- a project initiated by Delaware St. meet the basic needs of missionaries He also belonged to the Serra Club low Pole, Sister Faustina. Mary School eighth-grader Olivia and for the education of new priests of Columbus, the St. Vincent DePaul Since then, that devotion has spread Oyster. She and her classmates are in the missions. writing to birth mothers of adopted Society, the American Legion, and the dramatically. In our own diocese, Di- “The cross is a daily reality for Chris- vine Mercy observances on the Sun- children through the BraveLove or- Veterans of Foreign Wars. tians in the poverty of Congo, Haiti, day after Easter have grown from ganization to express gratitude and A planned gift through a will or Bangladesh, Brazil, the Philippines, one church in 1993 to more than 20 support for the decision to choose life. estate plan is the easiest and usually India, Vietnam, Rwanda, and Sudan, parishes this year. Read more about Those are just a few examples of how the most impactful gift a person can to name a few. To these nations, a do- Divine Mercy events in this week’s Our Heavenly Father uses the faith- leave at his or her death. If you would nation to the Society for the Propaga- Catholic Times on Pages 10 and 11. ful for acts of mercy. May an “ocean like to have a conversation on how tion of the Faith means life itself. It The with the of graces,” as Jesus promised to St. you can benefit the Catholic causes becomes a living tribute to the donor, inscription “Jesus, I Trust In You” Faustina, flow through greater devo- that you care about through planned a lasting praise to God, and a sign of is displayed prominently in many tion to the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. giving, call Scott Hartman at (614) home for the Lord’s poor.” 443-8893 or email him at shartman@ The endowment fund was estab- catholic-foundation.org. lished in 1991 by George Gillig of Photo: Leandro M. Tapay, director of the April 8 correction - The pictures on Page 19 of the April 1 Catholic Times, showing students and Columbus in the name of his wife of diocesan Missions Office, is presented a men who mean the most in their lives, incorrectly identified the school. The students are from 52 years, Edna Music. Mr. Gillig died check for the Society for the Propagation Columbus St. Andrew School. in November 2017 at age 101. of the Faith by Loren Brown, president The fund provides annual financial and CEO of The Catholic Foundation.

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([email protected]) Alexey Gotovskiy/ Catholic Postmaster: Send address changes to Catholic Times, 197 E. Gay St., Columbus, OH 43215. Please allow two to four weeks for change of address. April 8, 2018 Catholic Times 3 Columbus student takes a ride with the pope BY TIM PUET “Peter suffered for a while, but there Reporter, Catholic Times was always grace that came with it, and we always knew God was there. You Twelve-year-old Peter Lombardi, just have to trust him. From the time a Columbus St. Andrew School stu- we learned Peter had Down syndrome, dent, took the ride of a lifetime during we’ve always considered it one of the Holy Week as he and greatest compliments from God that circled St. Peter’s Square together in we’ve been allowed to raise him. the popemobile. “Peter has brought us many blessings, Peter, who has Down syndrome; but it’s God’s story, not ours. We’re just his parents, Brenda and Matt; and his his instruments. God protected Peter three younger brothers were on a pil- through his leukemia, and we hope his grimage to Europe in thanksgiving for story will give others hope in God’s Peter’s recovery from leukemia and power and mercy and the grace he were in the square on Tuesday, March provides to bring joy out of sorrow by 28 for the pope’s weekly general audi- Photo courtesy Brenda Lombardi trusting him,” Lombardi said. ence. It has been a longtime dream of Peter’s to kiss the pope, and with the Peter has a 20-year-old brother at- help of Mountain Butorac, an Amer- Peter was diagnosed with leukemia in SPiCE program’s success. tending the University of Cincinnati ican tour guide based in Rome, the 2015 at about the time the school year Lombardi believes the prayers of her and brothers aged 18 and 16 who are Lombardis were able to obtain front- ended, and was declared to be in remis- family and friends and Peter’s class- students at Columbus St. Charles Pre- row seats for the event. sion from the disease this past June. mates asking the Blessed Virgin and paratory School. The family is return- Throughout that period, he continued ing from its memorable pilgrimage “The guide told us to make sure to Blessed Solanus Casey to intercede to attend classes at St. Andrew School, with God on Peter’s behalf were respon- this Saturday, April 7. lift Peter up when the popemobile where he played basketball and was drove by,” Brenda Lombardi said sible for his remission from leukemia. Peter has more adventure ahead. Al- named most valuable player of his though his dream to see the pope was in a telephone interview from Ita- team last year. He is now in fifth grade. “God Is so much bigger than us, and ly with the Catholic Times. “We did he has his own plans,” she said. “We fulfilled without the Make-A-Wish that and shouted out to the pope. The “St. Andrew’s is not just a school, couldn’t see the pope in Philadelphia, Foundation’s aid, the organization but a family,” Lombardi said. “Every- next thing you know, he saw Peter, but that’s because we were supposed was able to grant another of his de- one was praying for him, and when he stopped, had a security guard lift Pe- to see him at St. Peter’s and Peter was sires – a lightsaber fight with Darth couldn’t be in school, he and his class- ter, kissed him, and blessed him. Then supposed to ride in the popemobile Vader. That’s coming up at Walt Dis- mates stayed in touch with each other he pointed behind him and gestured with him. ney World in 2019. through FaceTime. They also showed to Peter to come sit with him, and the their support by selling wristbands say- two of them rode around together for ing ‘Pete’s Pals, Praying for a Cure.’” the next 15 or 20 minutes.” Peter has received help for several During their ride, someone gave the years from the state of Ohio’s Jon Pe- Washing pope a balloon shaped like a crown. terson scholarship program for chil- of the feet Peter asked if he could have it, and the dren with special needs. Funds from pope placed it on his head. the program allow St. Andrew School on Holy “I was just hoping the pope would to make a full-time aide, Carol Mos- Thursday wave at us,” Lombardi said. “Having so, and an intervention specialist, Jake Peter ride in the popemobile was be- Lombardo, available to assist Peter. Bishop Frederick yond anything we could have imag- He also has benefited from the sup- Campbell washes ined.” port of the school’s SPiCE (Special the feet of Co- Peter’s dream of being kissed by the People in Catholic Education) pro- lumbus St. Joseph pope began in 2015 while receiving gram, which provides tutoring for Cathedral parish- chemotherapy treatment, as he was students, training for teachers, and ioner Carol Keene watching televised coverage of the specialized equipment to assist spe- during the of pope’s appearance at the World Meet- cial-needs children. SPiCE also has the Lord’s Supper ing of Families in Philadelphia. helped the larger parish community on Holy Thursday, “We were hoping to go to Philadel- by purchasing assistive listening de- March 29. The phia for the meeting and to celebrate vices so people affected by hearing liturgy was part of my 50th birthday, but Peter got sick,” loss can fully participate in Masses. the Easter Triduum Lombardi said. “While the pope was Lombardi said the work of Jenny celebrated through- on TV, a caseworker came to Peter’s and Danny Susco, Todd and Jenny out the Diocese of hospital room to ask if he had a wish Statczar, Katie and Mario Lombar- Columbus and the the Make-A-Wish Foundation could di (no relation), and Susie Emswell- world last weekend. fulfill. Peter said, ‘See that man in er of her parish and Bob and Mary CT photo by Ken Snow white kissing children? I want him to Ginn Ryan of Columbus St. Catharine kiss me.’” Church has been instrumental in the 4 Catholic Times April 8, 2018 Student awarded Scanlan scholarship Faith in Action By Jerry Freewalt Nathan Ware, a parish- ceived honors for his so- ioner at the New Albany los and ensemble work Why plant a tree for the Church of the Resur- on the French horn. In th rection and a senior at addition, he has logged 150 anniversary of the diocese? Westerville South High more than 600 volunteer School, has been chosen hours with his parish and The Diocese of Columbus celebrates its 150th as a winner of Franciscan other organizations. He anniversary this year. This sesquicentennial pro- University of Steuben- is considering majoring vides us with an opportunity to give thanks to God ville’s Father in theology, philosophy, for our many blessings, express our appreciation to Scanlan, TOR, scholar- or business. the Catholic faithful of yesterday and today, and recommit to our pilgrim ship competition. journey with hope. In fact, the theme for the anniversary is “150 Years of Father Scanlan, for Gratitude, Commitment, and Hope.” He was selected from whom the scholarship among 80 competitors to receive one is named, served as president of There are many ways you can commemorate the anniversary. Join Bish- of two four-year full-tuition scholar- Franciscan University for 26 years op Frederick Campbell as he celebrates an anniversary Mass at Columbus ships. and was instrumental in revitalizing St. Joseph Cathedral at 5:15 p.m. Sunday, April 22. Consider participating its Catholic identity. in The Shepherd’s Tour, a pilgrimage through the diocese. Pray the prayer In addition to being an outstand- for the 150th anniversary. You also can plant a tree. ing student, Ware also is a two-time Students competed for the scholar- Why plant a tree for the sesquicentennial? Planting a tree is a common all-district cross country runner and ship by submitting a portfolio, video, expression of celebrating a milestone. It is also an action to care for God’s regional qualifier, and twice has re- writing an essay, and visiting campus. creation – a work of mercy. It is an expression of stewardship, taking care of a gift entrusted to us and passing on its good fruits to those after us. Trees Grace scholars at Delaware St. Mary are lifegiving, providing clean air for us to breathe, fruits to nourish us and other creatures, and fertile soil from decayed leaves and rotten wood. Our Pictured are recipients of the Carol pioneering Catholics used trees to build churches, schools, , and pews. Wurm Grace Scholarship for the 2018- We have a history of making good use of this gift of God’s creation. 2019 school year at Delaware St. Mary Let’s go a little deeper about trees. Humanity has misused trees in our School. They are (from left): sixth-grad- turning against God and creation. Consider the cross. A cross of today ers Chase Brackenridge and Lucy Ragiel is made of silver, gold, stainless steel, stone, or even plastic. But the first and second-grade student Angelina cross was made of wood – a tree. During the crucifixion, Jesus was joined Galuzny, with principal Gina Stull. One together with a tree. His body and blood touched wood. The death of full scholarship is given annually to the Our Lord and the death of a tree were exposed for all to see, the ultimate student who can express most clearly rejection of God and creation. what a Catholic education means to him or her. This year, two partial schol- In church teaching. such as in Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’, we are arships also were given. reminded about today’s rejection of God and the gifts of creation. The Photo courtesy St. Mary School antidote is to express gratitude to God and care for our common home, which includes human ecology and natural ecology – integral ecology. As Catholics, we believe that through Jesus’ death and resurrection, he Hartley plans Founders Weekend transformed the rejected tree in the form of a cross into a symbol of Columbus Bishop Hartley High hop at the school on Saturday, May hope, love, and mercy. When it comes to planting trees, we can help par- School, 1285 Zettler Road, will host 5, beginning with a happy hour at ticipate in the transformation of our community and land into lifegiving its inaugural Founders Weekend 6 p.m. with music at 7, and a golf and long-lasting expressions of gratitude, commitment, and hope. from Friday to Monday, May 4 to 7. outing at Westchester Golf Course, For the 150th Anniversary tree planting, parishes, schools, and ministries 6300 Bent Grass Blvd., Canal Win- are encouraged to plant one tree to celebrate the anniversary. You may All graduates of the school are in- vited to attend the annual Founders chester, on May 7, with a 1 p.m. wish to consider additional trees, such as three to celebrate the Holy shotgun start. Trinity, six to celebrate the days of creation, or 12 to celebrate the Apos- Day liturgy celebrated by Bishop tles. Do this at home, if you are able. Frederick Campbell at the school at More information and registration You also are encouraged to make a commitment to plant your tree(s) this 10 a.m. May 4. Other events on the links may be found on the school’s year by filling out an online tree planting commitment form before the April schedule include a social and sock website, www.bishop-hartley.org. 22 Mass recognizing the anniversary of the diocese. Your actual tree plant- ing can happen later in the spring or fall, depending on the types of trees you are planting. The commitment form, list of recommended trees, a blessing of a tree, and other ways to commemorate the anniversary may be found at www.columbuscatholic.org/150th-commemoration. I find it interesting that our diocesan Mass to commemorate the sesqui- Prices starting at $2,499 ~ with Airfare Included in this price from anywhere in the USA centennial happens to fall on Earth Day, when we are reminded to care Several trips to different destinations: the Holy Land; Italy; France, Portugal, & Spain; Poland; for our common home. May our diocesan anniversary be a time when , Lourdes, & Fatima; Ireland & Scotland; England; Austria, Germany, & Catholics living in this 23-county area of creation show deep gratitude to Switzerland; Greece & Turkey; El Camino de Santiago; Viking Cruises; Caribbean Cruises; God and his people and care for our common home. Laudato Si’! Praise ; Prague; ; Colombia; Brazil; Argentina; Domestic Be! And plant a tree. Destinations; etc.... Jerry Freewalt is an associate director of the diocesan Office for Social Concerns. www.proximotravel.com 440-457-7033 Hablamos Espanol 855-842-8001 [email protected] Call us 24/7 April 8, 2018 Catholic Times 5 A vocation of mercy By Sister Constance Veit, LSP fidence in Divine Many quotes from Read the Bible I grew up Catholic without Providence, but St. St. Jeanne Jugan ever hearing about the Divine Jeanne Jugan’s trust demonstrate how Mercy devotion, which the extended well be- she practiced merci- Church celebrates annually on yond the provision ful love toward the the Sunday after Easter. Even of material goods. elderly poor. The after I learned about it, I didn’t She entrusted her following words understand it. 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ROLLER COMPACTED CONCRETE Even when Pope St. John Paul chapel. Go and find him when tle Sisters, and they continue to II proclaimed that the whole your strength and patience are speak to us today as we prepare Church would celebrate the giving out, when you feel lone- to celebrate 150 years of ser- as ly and helpless. Say to him: vice to the elderly in the United Divine Mercy Sunday, I didn’t ‘You know well what is happen- States. grasp the beauty and relevance ing, my dear Jesus. I have only The late Cardinal Francis of this devotion – or how much you. Come to my aid.’ And then George once remarked that I needed it. It took a few more go your way. And don’t worry our homes for the elderly are years and several bumps in life’s about knowing how you are go- much-needed icons of mercy in “school of hard knocks” to bring ing to manage. It is enough to today’s world. Father Eloi Le- me to an understanding of just have told our good Lord. He has Clerc, a well-known French au- how precious the Divine Mercy an excellent memory.” thor who died recently in one of devotion is. Another lesser known saying of our homes, wrote that the Little Thanks to some very compel- St. Jeanne Jugan also testifies to Sisters are an of God’s ling words of Pope Francis, I her confidence in God’s merciful tenderness for the poor. began to turn to God’s unfailing love, especially in moments of As we prepare for the opening love as Divine Mercy. In front of difficulty: “We should have no of our sesquicentennial later this the well-known image of the ris- year, please pray that we Little en Jesus with one hand raised in more strength against temptation SHERIDAN than a little bird has to resist the Sisters of the Poor will always be blessing and the other pointing faithful to our vocation of mercy. FUNERAL HOME to his heart, I prayed, “Lord, in a hawk, were God not to give us his 740-653-4633 thousand ways I have shunned help – but that should increase Sister Constance Veit is direc- our trust, since by God’s power 222 S. COLUMBUS ST., LANCASTER your love, yet here I am once tor of communications for the more, to renew my covenant with we can triumph.” Little Sisters of the Poor. you. I need you. Save me once again, Lord, take me once more into your redeeming embrace” OAKLAND NURSERY VOTED BEST IN THE U.S. (Evangelii Gaudium, n. 3).” St. Andrew School STEM program Since 1967 NowNow is the bestbest timetime toto planplan and and Since I turned to Divine Mer- designdesign youryour landscape.landscape. 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Evan Schehr, Gabe Epler, Charlie Bernotas, and Ryan Rudzinski In our congregation, we tend building a heart rate monitor. Photo courtesy St. Andrew School to speak of trust in terms of con- 6 Catholic Times April 8, 2018 Stephen Hawking and the pope; Flaget student goes to Prayer for end to terrorism? National Spelling Bee Chillicothe Bishop Flaget School sev- . In the 1880s, Pope enth-grade student Nilla Rajan won the ALeo XIII asked that Regional Spelling Bee in and will QUESTION & ANSWER prayers be offered to St. be southeast Ohio’s representative in the Michael the Archangel at National Spelling Bee in Washington at the by: FATHER KENNETH DOYLE the end of Mass, asking for end of May. This will be her second trip an end to violence. At the to the national event. Two years ago, she time, Pope Leo’s princi- tied for 46th place. pal concern was the rise of . Stephen Hawking credentials. Photo courtesy Bishop Flaget School Masonic power in Catholic died recently. As I un- Q In the past, the academy countries of Europe, where derstand it, Professor Hawk- has discussed such topics the liberty of the church ing claimed to have proven as the potential perils of nu- was under attack by revolu- that God does not exist. And clear war; the focus of its tionary forces. yet the pope met with him 2016 gathering was ecology In 1930, Pope Pius XI “re- and recognized his studies; -- the impact of technology directed” those Leonine why would the pope do that on the planet -- and Pope prayers and asked that they and celebrate an atheist? Francis spoke to the group be offered for the tranquility (central Virginia) of the profound need for and freedom of the Catholic an “ecological conversion” Church in Russia; the prac- . Professor Stephen in which people recognize tice was discontinued in the Hawking, the re- their responsibility for car- A 1960s. nowned British theoretical ing for creation and its re- physicist, died at age 76 on sources. Since then, church leaders March 14 after a long battle have from time to time au- DeSales students in Governor’s Art Show Hawking always respect- with Lou Gehrig’s disease, thored prayers against ter- ed the church’s contribu- Five Columbus St. Francis DeSales High School students had their amyotrophic lateral sclero- rorism, most notably Pope tion to this dialogue, and work selected for the 2018 Ohio Governor’s Regional Art Show. They sis. Though many commen- Francis during a 2016 visit to upon his death, the Vatican are (from left): Amy Doan (photography), Abbigail Martin (painting), tators called him an avowed Poland for World Youth Day. observatory said, “We val- Abigail Leaventon (jewelry), Annie King (photography), and Brooke atheist, I would see him That prayer says, in part: Williams (jewelry). Their work is being displayed at the McConnell rather as an agnostic. ue the enormous scientific contribution he has made to “We come to you (God) to- Arts Center in Worthington through May 19. He once told ABC News, quantum cosmology and the day to ask you to keep in Photo courtesy St. Francis DeSales High School “One can’t prove that God courage he had in facing ill- peace the world and its peo- doesn’t exist. But science ness.” ple, to keep far away from makes God unnecessary. it the devastating wave of Though Hawking pro- ... The laws of physics can terrorism, to restore friend- fessed no belief in an afterlife explain the universe with- ship and instill in the hearts (once telling the British jour- out the need for a creator.” of your creatures the gift of nal The Guardian, “I regard The origin of the universe, trust and of readiness to for- the brain as a computer which in Hawking’s mind, lay bil- give. ... will stop working when its lions of years ago in the Big “Touch the hearts of terror- Bang theory -- and since components fail”), the Vat- ican prayed at his death that ists so that they may recog- whatever may have oc- nize the evil of their actions curred before that could not the Lord would now “wel- come him into his glory.” and may turn to the way of be observed by science, it peace and goodness, of re- was irrelevant to him. . Years ago, as I recall, spect for the life and for the Over the years, Hawk- Qspecial prayers were dignity of every human be- ing met with four different offered just before the end of ing, regardless of religion, Students advance to state science fair popes, the last being Pope Mass for the conversion of origin, wealth or poverty.” Sixteen Westerville St. Paul School students received superior ratings Francis in November 2016. Russia. I believe that those Thus far, there has been no at the district science day in March at Columbus State Community In 1986, Hawking had been prayers, to a certain extent, call for the universal use of College and have the opportunity to attend state science day at The named by Pope John Paul II worked. such a prayer at every Mass, Ohio State University on Saturday, May 12. The other six St. Paul to the Pontifical Academy Why can’t we say similar but I think it is excellent that participants at the event received excellent ratings. As a team, their of Sciences. prayers now for the elimi- you are praying personally average score was a superior. Most of the 22 team members are That group, which in- nation of terrorism through- for this same intention. pictured above. Earning superior ratings were Ryan Gustafson, John cludes scholars from sever- out the world? It couldn’t Questions may be sent Castellano, Laren Keating, Jenny Sun, Ashleigh Zehala, Libby Ruff, al religions and none, exists hurt. I do say one myself to Father Kenneth Doyle Anna Granata, Seamus Bonte, Norah Gustafson, Noah Kistler, Iris to foster dialogue between before Mass starts for this at askfatherdoyle@gmail. D’Costa, Kat Gunther, Simone Gorman, Bes Seeley, Natalie Schwartz, science and faith, and its intention, but we need sev- com and 30 Columbia and Cecilia Coglianese. Excellent ratings went to Matthew Scheiwer, members are chosen pri- eral voices. (Eugene, Ore- Circle Drive, Albany NY Brooklynn Hosey, Mia Gehrlich, Chase Jackson, Abby Olah, and Ste- marily for their academic gon) 12203. phen Stalnaker. Photo courtesy St. Paul School April 8, 2018 Catholic Times 7

THE EVERYDAY CATHOLIC By: Rick Jeric

Consistent ethic of life A very blessed and joyful Easter to all! We cel- ebrate the Christ for a full 50 days. As we rejoice and fill the air once again with Alleluias, we profess our saving belief in eternal life, secured by Jesus as we recalled throughout and Holy Week. It brings to mind the unquestionable sanctity of all human life. As we celebrate re- demption and eternal life with our Lord, let us remember how import- ant it is, especially for us Catholic Christians, to hold onto and model a life that calls us to a consistent ethic of life. When I was in southwest Florida recently, some good friends shared their parish bulletin with me. The pastor wrote a wonderful essay on this topic. Father John Lud- Cristo Rey class achieves den is the pastor of St. John the Evangelist Church in Naples, Florida, 100 percent college acceptance and I will quote parts of his essay for this column. “Since the landmark case of Roe v. Wade and the decision of the Su- Cristo Rey Columbus High School parts nationwide is an innovative preme Court to legalize abortion on Jan. 22, 1973, millions of unborn has achieved another impressive professional work-study program. children have been killed. As a society we have become desensitized milestone. Every Cristo Rey Columbus student from the horror and reality of abortion and the plight of the unborn For the second year in a row, 100 takes a full course load of college child. People can get carried away with personal philosophies of the percent of Cristo Rey Columbus se- prep classes and works five days per month for one of many business part- ‘right to choose,’ forgetting the fundamental principle that life is a gift niors have been accepted into at least ners representing diverse industries. from God. Our great nation prides itself in the pursuit of freedom and one college or university. The 72 stu- liberty. However, the rights and freedoms of the most vulnerable of dents of the Class of 2018 have re- Students work in entry-level cler- society are left ignored and their cries unheard. Each life within the ceived 344 letters of acceptance from ical jobs in the offices of law firms, womb is the dream of God waiting to unfold, precious in His sight. In- more than 120 colleges and universi- insurance companies, banks, hospi- scribed upon every conceived child and its life force is the dignity of life ties across the nation and earned $6 tals, construction and manufacturing and the fingerprint of the Creator. To deny such life, or to desecrate million in academic scholarships. companies, public relations firms, it through abortion, is to deny the very God who has given us all life, This continues the school’s record universities, utility and energy com- panies, government, the Diocese of along with the right to dream and to create. Abortion may well be le- of having every one of its students Columbus, and more. Students earn a gal, but the laws that allow it are immoral. Furthermore, all aspects of accepted by a college, an achieve- ment first accomplished last year by significant portion of their education the social spectrum in which we live must be considered in the assault cost through the work-study program. against the dignity of life. Whenever someone is ostracized, villainized, the 48 members of the school’s inau- or discriminated because of their race, language, or way of life, this is an gural graduating class. “Our students are working to learn attack on God’s creation. Every man, woman, and child is made in the The school’s president, Jim Foley, and learning to work,” Foley said. image and likeness of God. No one is exempt from this wonderful re- credits Cristo Rey’s proven educa- “Combined with academic rigor and ality. The Gospel reminds all of us that the poor have a special place in tion and business model, dedicated a focus on personal responsibility, Cristo Rey Columbus helps our stu- God’s heart. We cannot ignore how Jesus says that we will be judged in teachers and staff, and motivated stu- dents reach their full potential and the Last Judgment in the way in which we attend to the hungry, thirsty, dents for its success. prepare for college and life success.” stranger, naked, ill, and imprisoned. We are expected to recognize the “On the first day of school, we dignity of all people and the dignity of God’s presence in all realities. make a promise to every freshman The Cristo Rey Columbus Class of that if they want to go to college and 2018 begins its collegiate journey at “What is needed today is a cultural change within society where make the commitment to study and commencement ceremonies on Sun- people start to use their Faith to dialogue with each other. As Cath- work hard, we will ensure that in- day, June 10.To learn more about the olic Christians, our words and actions must be consistent with the deed, they are accepted into college,” school, visit www.cristoreycolum- life, ministry, and attitude of Jesus of Nazareth. Our discipleship must Foley said. “Their dream of going to bus.org. reflect the mind of Jesus which transcends any political agenda. The college is our dream, too.” Photo: Cristo Rey Columbus High Church needs to ensure her prophetic voice is heard in any situa- Cristo Rey Columbus is a Catho- School students (from left) Alamonte tion that gnaws away at human dignity. Our baptismal anointing calls lic college preparatory high school Williams-Jeter, Jess Johnson, Malia us to observe a constant ethic of life in which every life matters, providing an affordable education to Creel, Mario Banales, Aaron Bullard, whether that be the richest of the rich or the poorest of the poor. empower young men and women to Lyric Butler, and Diamond Wilson display God’s dream for us is that we immerse ourselves in such a shocking graduate from college and achieve a a banner showing that all members of violence of mercy and love.” Let us live the joy of Easter each day lifetime of success. the school’s Class of 2018 have been ac- and celebrate a consistent ethic of life! The signature component of the cepted by colleges. school and its Cristo Rey counter- Photo courtesy Cristo Rey Columbus High School 8 Catholic Times April 8, 2018

Thousands expected for Divine Mercy celebration at national More than 20,000 people are expect- such need. Unified by this theme, the posed of thousands of pieces of cloth various responsibilities. ed to attend the annual Divine Mercy live broadcast will include three spe- inscribed with prayer intentions for Online bus registration has closed, Weekend festivities on Saturday and cial guests: Sammie Wood of Clayton, Divine Mercy Sunday. Translators but private vehicles are welcome, Sunday, April 7 and 8 at the National New Mexico, who lost her teenage will be on hand to provide assistance with no registration required. The Shrine of The Divine Mercy in Stock- daughter to suicide in 2014 and sees it in Spanish, Polish, Italian, French, GPS address for the National Shrine bridge, Massachusetts, the provincial as her calling to help those who grieve German, and Tagalog. Approximate- of The Divine Mercy is 74 Pine St., headquarters of the Marian Fathers the loss of a loved one to suicide; Dana ly 600 volunteers will assist with Stockbridge, Massachusetts. of the . The Scallon, an Irish singer and politician Marian Fathers have promoted the who has fought for many years for the Divine Mercy message and devotion pro-life cause through her music and since 1941. in the halls of government; and Dr. The principal celebrant for the Sun- George A. Harne, president of North- day liturgy will be Archbishop Joseph eastern Catholic College in Warner, Kurtz of the Archdiocese of Louis- New Hampshire. ville, Kentucky. Archbishop Kurtz, a Throughout the weekend, the 350- friend of the Marian Fathers, served acre shrine grounds are transformed as president of the U.S. Conference of into a small tent city, providing op- Catholic Bishops from 2013-16. portunities for confessions, adora- A live international broadcast will tion, and visiting the Divine Mercy air on the EWTN global Catholic net- gift shop. The Vigil Mass at 4 p.m. work beginning at noon April 8, with on April 7 and the Sunday liturgy on a one-hour program hosted by Father April 8 will be celebrated on Eden Joseph Roesch, MIC, and Father Chris Hill at the Mother of Mercy outdoor Alar, MIC, followed by the Mass. shrine. This year’s theme will be “A Cry for One of the highlights of the week- Mercy,” since our troubled world is in end will be a prayer banner com-

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EasterFaith isn’t just history After the Resurrection, Jesus appeared over and the who appeared to her, and then turned GRACE IN THE MOMENT over again to those who were closest to him. The around. She saw Jesus, though she didn’t recognize gospel readings this week and through Sunday tell him until he called her name. He instructed her to Mary van Balen the stories. The women were the first to see him. tell the others that she had seen him and to share In Matthew’s gospel, Mary Magdalene and Mary, what he had said to her. Mary was the first entrusted the mother of James and John, walked in the ear- with the Good News of the resurrection, the first to proclaim it to the others. suffering and the risen Christ today in our world is ly morning to the tomb. They were the brave ones also important. Do we recognize the Divine in oth- who watched the appear like lightning, roll Jesus continued to appear to his disciples. He walked ers? What opens our eyes? Do we see the wounds of back the stone and sit on it, frightening the Roman with two travelers on the road to Emmaus who didn’t Jesus in the wounds of others? In ourselves? When guards into a deathlike stupor. They listened to the recognize him until they broke bread together. we do see, how do we respond? angel and hurried to tell the disciples what they had He appeared on the shore of the Sea of Tiberias, seen and heard. On their way, Jesus appeared to What we celebrate is not just history. Easter is not where some of his disciples had been fishing all only an event. It is Divine activity that reverberates them, calmed their fears, and told them to instruct night, to no avail. His instructions led them to an the disciples to meet him in Galilee. through time and space and all creation. And we are extravagant catch, and they shared breakfast on the part of it. In Luke’s gospel, the women were again the first beach. Jesus moved through locked doors where at the tomb. They saw it was empty and spoke to the his followers were gathered in fear and confusion. We are called to follow Jesus’ example in our messengers of God about what had happened. The He blessed them with peace and breathed the Spirit world. To stand with the suffering. To embrace hurt women told Simon and John, who thought their story into them with his own breath. He ate with them, and woundedness in others and in ourselves with was nonsense, though Peter went to check it out and showed them his wounds, and later invited Thomas God’s transforming love. saw the empty tomb, just as the women had reported. to put his fingers into them so he would believe. Jesus was murdered because he was faithful to be- In John’s gospel, Mary Magdalene walked to the Who do you identify with as you ponder these dif- ing the Love of God on a planet that just couldn’t tomb alone and, seeing it was empty, hurried to tell ferent accounts? Mary Magdalene, who recognized handle it. But that wasn’t the end of the story. Love Peter and John. They ran to the tomb and saw it was Jesus when he called her name? The brave women, is dangerous. It is hard. But in the end, it prevails! as Mary had described. John noticed the neatly fold- fearful yet persistent as they watched the angels and Happy Eastering! ed cloth that had covered Jesus’ face and believed. then met Jesus while on their way to tell the others? © 2018 Mary van Balen. Visit van Balen’s blog at The men returned home, but Mary remained, weep- Or are you more a skeptical Peter and John? Disciples http://www.maryvanbalen.com/the-scallop. ing in her grief. She entered the tomb, spoke with who just couldn’t fathom the truth of what was being said? Would you recog- nize the risen Jesus or Heartbeat petitions for think he was a ghost? Or maybe you’d be a Thom- “Choose Life” stamp as who needed physical Columbus-based Heartbeat International is one of several proof before he’d be- organizations jointly petitioning the U.S. Postal Service to is- lieve. sue a special commemorative “Choose Life” stamp in honor of We have the advantage the sanctity of life. of hindsight. I’d like to Joining Heartbeat in the petition are the Population Research imagine I’d be like the Institute, the International Organization for the Family, and brave women, bearing Human Life International. Great Catering for a Great Cause the light of angels, lis- tening through my fear The postal service issues commemorative stamps every year and proclaiming the in honor of special persons and events and subjects with na- Catering at resurrection. I’m not so tional appeal and significance. Each year, 30 to 40 new sub- sure. I would more likely jects are selected. have been found behind Russ Amerling, founder of the national “Choose Life” li- St. Charles locked doors, worrying cense plate campaign, has endorsed the pro-life postage stamp initiative. Specializing in Event Elegance about what was next. Reflecting on these The postal service in 1972 issued a stamp commemorating readings and placing family planning. “Why not now a ‘Choose Life’ stamp?” asked 614-358-LALA (5252) LA-CATERING.COM ourselves in the scenes Steven Mosher, president of the Population Research Institute. “It seems only fitting that the right to life, the first right men- All proceeds benefit the clients of LifeCare Alliance can be a good medi- tation, but pondering tioned in the Declaration of Independence, should be cele- where we encounter the brated by having its own commemorative stamp.” 10 Catholic Times/April 8, 2018 April 8, 2018/Catholic Times 11 St. Faustina Kowalska Divine Mercy Sunday in diocese began 25 years ago and Divine Mercy By Tim Puet for devotion as much as it’s a day But it has become widespread chaplet to her in 1935. Catholic Times Reporter for sinners. The extra graces that in this nation and throughout Catholics in the United States By Emily Jaminet The diary details aspects of the Di- This year marks the 25th anni- come to anyone from praying the the world, particularly since the have been reciting the chaplet Catholic News Service vine Mercy devotion. versary of the celebration of Di- chaplet at any time or in a nine- beginning of the 21st century. It since around 1940, when it was Known as the apostle of Divine The Feb. 22, 1931, entry of her vine Mercy Sunday in the Dio- day novena are significant, but now ranks with the rosary among brought to North America by a Mercy, St. Faustina Kowalska diary states that Christ instructed cese of Columbus. Jesus just asks for , the most widespread forms of Polish priest who escaped from communion, , and trust. daily devotion around the world, brought the message of God’s deep, Faustina to have an image painted There have been Divine Mercy Poland after the Nazi invasion in outside of the Mass itself. passionate love for all humanity. like the one she saw in her convent Sunday celebrations in the dio- “He wants to reach sinners with 1939 that began World War II. the ‘ocean of graces’ he promised One reason for that is the link At her , St. John Paul cell that night. He told her, “Paint me cese since April 18, 1993, when It took several decades for the St. Faustina would be available between Pope St. John Paul II II said, “The life of this humble an image … with the signature: ‘Je- now-retired Father William DeV- devotion to flourish, in part be- through the chaplet. He is talking and the chaplet. He actively pro- daughter of Poland was completely sus, I trust in you.’” ille began the devotion at Colum- cause inaccurate translations of to all of us, not just those who have moted the devotion throughout St. Faustina’s diary led the Holy linked with the history of the 20th The image depicts Jesus with two bus Church, where turned away from him, but those his 27-year papacy, which end- See to outlaw the spreading of century. ... Christ entrusted his mes- bright rays of light, one red and the he was pastor, with assistance of us who are striving for holiness, ed when he died in 2005 on the images and writings advocating sage of mercy to her. ... It is not a other white, flowing from Christ’s from Tim McAndrew and Tom because we all need deeper con- eve of Divine Mercy Sunday, the devotion to the Divine Mercy in new message, but can be considered heart. The lighter ray symbolizes wa- Turner of Columbus. version and renewal,” said McAn- Second Sunday of Easter. the form she proposed. a gift of special enlightenment that ter, which “makes souls righteous,” Sacred Heart is one of more drew, who has become one of the helps us to relive the Gospel of Eas- and the red ray symbolizes blood, than 20 churches throughout the St. Faustina was a cloistered But it remained popular among nation’s leading promoters of the ter more intensely.” which is “the life of the souls.” diocese which will mark the feast nun in Poland who lived from the people of Poland – in partic- Divine Mercy devotion. This year, According to Faustina, there are with special events this Sunday. 1905 to 1938. She received a ular, with Father Karol Wojtyla, Faustina was born in 1905 to a he has published a new edition of special graces for those who pray “Beyond that, the devotion has number of visions during the who eventually became Pope St. poor peasant family in a small vil- his newspaper-style publication last years of her life and record- John Paul II. Probably even more lage in Poland. Named Helen, she before this image. “By means of this the whole world. become part of the life of al- most every parish in the diocese on Divine Mercy. ed them in a diary. One of those than St. Faustina, John Paul is re- was the third of 10 children. Her image I shall be granting many grac- Another aspect of the devotion, the throughout the year, and more The Chaplet of Divine Mercy visions was what she described sponsible for spreading the devo- family lived on a 14-acre working es to souls; so let every soul have ac- “hour of mercy,” observed at 3 p.m., than 20,000 homes in the dio- was a form of prayer unfamiliar as a request from Jesus in 1931 tion around the world. farm, and her father also worked at a cess to it,” Christ told her. is the customary time Christians re- cese display the Divine Mercy to most Catholics in the United for celebration of what is known While he was bishop of Kra- Christ also instructed Faustina that brewery to provide for the needs of member Christ’s death on the cross. image,” McAndrew said. “But States for several decades after its as Divine Mercy Sunday on the kow, Poland, the future pope led there should be a great feast day to the family. Despite their poverty, her “It was the hour of grace for the it’s important to remember that form was revealed to St. Faustina Second Sunday of Easter. Anoth- celebrate his mercy. parents taught their children the im- whole world – mercy triumphed Divine Mercy Sunday isn’t a day Kowalska in the mid-1930s. er revealed the form of the See DIOCESE, Page 12 portance of living out their Catholic Known as Divine Mercy Sunday, over justice,” Faustina recorded in faith in daily life. this feast day falls on the first Sunday her diary. Pray the Stations of the From a young age, Helen always after Easter, pointing to the close re- Cross, go to felt drawn to the religious life, but lationship between the paschal mys- or “immerse yourself in prayer there she experienced many obstacles in tery and God’s mercy. “I desire that where you happen to be, if only for a Is there a stranger thing than Divine Mercy? getting to the convent. In her diary, the feast of mercy be a refuge and very brief instant,” Christ instructed By Father Michael Hartge hour drive ahead of me after we sees how kind you are and how pening by immediately attempt- she wrote, “From the age of seven, shelter for all souls, and especially Faustina. land.” That started our conversa- you’ve lived your life since he ing to create division between for poor sinners,” Christ told her. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the two I experienced the definite call of One other aspect of Divine Mercy seasons of the hit Netflix Original tion, and I was happy to chat. passed away almost 20 years ago, us before anyone said the first God, the grace of a vocation to the Special graces are available on this is spreading the devotion and the Series Stranger Things. As Divine She began to tell me about her- and he is very proud of you.” word. Satan wants us to remain religious life. … I heard God’s voice feast day, and Faustina presented the hour of mercy. “Souls who spread the Mercy Sunday approached, I be- self and her line of work, and with- Again, I don’t often talk with in that place of doubt about God in my soul; that is, an invitation to a conditions for receiving these graces. honor of my mercy I shield through gan to wonder, “Is there a stranger out asking what I did for a living, people on planes, much less say the Father’s blessing and mercy perfect life.” Most important, she writes, one must their entire life as a tender mother her thing than Divine Mercy?” remarked that obviously, I was a that their father, who died near- in our lives. be in a state of grace, have gone to infant, and at the hour of death I will Helen joined the Sisters of Our Normally, I don’t chat with priest. We chatted about growing ly two decades ago, is proud of Our Heavenly Father constantly confession, and received holy Com- not be a judge for them, but the mer- Lady of Mercy in on Aug. people on airplanes. Still, as we up going to Catholic schools, and them. But that’s when the tears attempts to shower us and those munion. ciful savior,” Christ said to her. 1, 1925, where she took on the name board, I usually get at least one she said her father insisted that started to flow, and through them, around us with blessings and Sister Maria Faustina. She wrote in Another aspect of the Divine Mer- We are called to be an active mem- person saying, “I’m glad you’re she attend Catholic schools. The she said, “It’s funny you say that, mercy, but because of fear that her diary that she felt immensely cy devotion is the Chaplet of Divine ber in sharing this message by living on this flight!” It’s a nice senti- way she described him, her father because I always have wondered our preferences won’t be met or CNS photo happy: “A single prayer was burst- Mercy, which is prayed on the beads a life of deeds, words, and prayers ment that people think they’re Chileans celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday. sounded very devout. Soon after if my dad is proud of me. Thank our schedules will be interrupted, ing forth from my heart, one of of a rosary. of mercy. When we show mercy and somehow more protected in the that, she told me her father had you.” She wiped her tears away we stop it like a kink in a garden thanksgiving.” The prayer, beginning with “I offer love to others, Christ is merciful to- air if a priest is on the plane. become annoyed. ing to talk to her. I picked up my died unexpectedly just when she and let out a deep sigh of relief. hose. If Divine Mercy seems like ward us. Despite the joy she felt in becoming you the body, blood, soul and divin- Coming home late on a Friday I took my seat in the last row, and, book and didn’t give it much more began college. As I drove home, I reflected on a strange thing to us, it’s because a religious sister, she had many trials ity of your dearly beloved Son, Our The Divine Mercy message is a mes- night after a retreat for priests, of course, she was seated right thought. After all, I’m not just As we made our descent into the week of retreat I had just at- we often prevent it from shaping and struggles, including tuberculous, Lord, Jesus Christ,” unites us to the sage of hope for all sinners, helping us I was boarding my connecting next to me. After the announce- going to turn to her and say, “So John Glenn Airport, I asked her tended with Unbound Ministries. our lives and interactions. God’s which lead to her early death. crucifixion. to grow in trust of Our Lord and teach- flight from Chicago to Colum- ments from the flight attendants you’re going to Columbus?” dad’s name, and said that I would One refrain from that retreat was, plan is to make Divine Mercy so Considered a mystic, Faustina Another line from the prayer states: ing us how to be people of mercy. bus, and was walking behind a to put electronic devices away We were in the back of the plane pray for him that night. She “God has a plan for your life. normal that the moments without spread the message of divine mercy “For the sake of his sorrowful pas- Jaminet is a Columbus-based woman who was checking Ins- or into airplane mode, she still and the drink service arrived at thanked me; I kept talking. I said, Don’t let Satan steal it.” it seem strange. in her personal journal called Di- sion, have mercy on us and on the author, speaker, radio personality, tagram on her phone the whole was checking Instagram. Finally, our row. She asked for juice, and “You know, ever since your dad God’s plan was to impart his Father Hartge is parochial vine Mercy in My Soul. Over 600 whole world.” This powerful phrase wife, and mother of seven time. Now I acknowledge that I after I was completely annoyed I asked for coffee, even though it died so suddenly, he’s been bless- blessing upon that brokenheart- vicar of Chillicothe St. Peter, pages long, the diary is full of per- is the backbone for the chaplet and children. She is the author of “The have an unhealthy dislike of so- and we were speeding down the was about 10:30 p.m. She said that ing you from . He’s been ed woman, who lost her father Washington Court House sonal insights, interactions and ac- the driving force for why we pray Friendship Project” and co-author cial media in the first place, but I runway, she put the phone away. coffee sounded good and changed doing nothing but bless you for unexpectedly at a critical time St. Colman of Cloyne, Waverly counts of mystical experiences with it: for the people in our lives, loved of “Divine Mercy for Moms.” Her was beginning to allow myself to It was around that time that I had her order. I turned to her and said, years now. He sees what you’ve in her young life. Satan’s plan St. Mary, and Zaleski St. Christ and Mary. ones, friends, family members and website is www.emilyjaminet.com. make a judgment about her, and a strange intuition that I was go- “The coffee will help with my accomplished in your life. He was to prevent that from hap- Sylvester churches. 12 Catholic Times April 8, 2018 Diocesan Divine Mercy Sunday events The following parishes in the Diocese of Colum- Columbus St. Catharine – 2 p.m., Exposition; Mayville, reflections on St. Faustina’s diary, and bus have scheduled programs for Divine Mercy 2:05 to 3 p.m., Reconciliation; 2:05 p.m., Rosary; 3 Reconciliation; 3 p.m., chanting of Chaplet, fol- Sunday: p.m., Chaplet, led by soloist; 3:30 p.m., Benediction. lowed by Benediction. Chillicothe St. Peter – 12:30 to 3 p.m., Exposi- Columbus St. Cecilia – 3 p.m., Chaplet, sung by New Philadelphia Sacred Heart – 2:30 p.m., Ex- tion of the Blessed ; 3 p.m., singing of soloist; 3:20 p.m., blessing of Divine Mercy image, position, Rosary, Reconciliation; 3 p.m., Chaplet, Chaplet of Divine Mercy, followed by Benediction followed by Exposition; 3:30 to 4:15 p.m., Recon- followed by Benediction. of the Blessed Sacrament. Sacrament of Reconcil- ciliation; 4:30 p.m., Benediction; 4:30 to 5 p.m., Newark Blessed Sacrament – 10:45 a.m., Mass; iation available from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, veneration of Divine Mercy image. 11:45 a.m. to 3 p.m., Adoration; 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., April 7. Chaplet is being recited every day through Columbus St. Timothy – Following noon Mass, Reconciliation; 3 p.m., Chaplet, followed by Bene- Sunday at 3 p.m. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament; 1:30 p.m., diction. Divine Mercy Novena will be prayed at 3 Circleville St. Joseph – 2 to 3 p.m., Exposition, Reconciliation; 2:30 p.m., Chaplet and blessing of p.m. daily through Saturday, April 7. Reconciliation; 3 p.m., Chaplet. Divine Mercy image; 3 p.m., Benediction. Pickerington St. Elizabeth Seton – 3 p.m., Chap- Columbus – 12:30 p.m., Exposi- Dublin St. Brigid of Kildare – 3 to 4 p.m., Expo- let, Exposition. tion, followed by Reconciliation; 2:30 p.m., solemn sition, followed by Chaplet and Benediction. Plain City St. Joseph – 2 p.m., Exposition; 2 to blessing and veneration of Divine Mercy image; 3 Johnstown Church of the Ascension – Follow- 2:45 p.m., Reconciliation; 3 p.m., Chaplet; 3:30 p.m., Chaplet; 4:30 p.m., Benediction; 5 p.m., Mass. ing 11 a.m. Mass, Benediction; 1 p.m., Stations; 2 p.m., blessing and veneration of Divine Mercy im- Columbus Holy Rosary-St. John – 9:30 a.m., p.m., Rosary; 3 p.m., Chaplet, followed by closing age, followed by Benediction. Mass, followed by with Divine Mercy of Benediction. Reconciliation will be available. Powell St. Joan of Arc – 2:30 p.m., blessing of image, blessing of image, recital of Chaplet (using Lancaster St. Mark – 3 p.m., Chaplet; 3:20 p.m., Divine Mercy image, followed by Exposition, in- Rosary beads), and veneration of image. Mass, followed by reception. cluding Liturgy of the Word and recital of Chaplet; Columbus Our Lady of Victory – 3 to 4 p.m., Logan St. John – 2 p.m., movie about history of 3:45 to 5 p.m., Reconciliation; 4:45 to 5 p.m., clos- Hour of Mercy, including Chaplet, Exposition, and the Divine Mercy devotion in church hall; 3 p.m., ing prayer and Benediction; 5:30 p.m., Mass. Reconciliation. Exposition in church; 3:15 p.m., Reconciliation, Reynoldsburg St. Pius X – 1 to 3 p.m., Exposi- Columbus Sacred Heart – 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., Rec- singing of Chaplet; 3:30 p.m., Benediction and Re- tion; 1:30 p.m., Chaplet, 3 p.m., Benediction. onciliation; 2 p.m., blessing of Divine Mercy image, position of the Blessed Sacrament. Sunbury St. John Neumann – Following 11 a.m. followed by Exposition and Litany of the Sacred Mattingly Settlement St. Mary – 6 p.m. Friday, Mass, Chaplet, veneration of Divine Mercy image, Heart; 2:30 p.m., , followed by April 6, Mass, followed by Divine Mercy devo- Reconciliation. Benediction; 3 p.m., Chaplet; 3:20 p.m., Mass. tions; 3 p.m. April 8, Rosary procession, Adoration, West Jefferson Ss. Simon and Jude – 1 to 3 p.m., Columbus St. Aloysius – 3 p.m., Chaplet, fol- Benediction, and Divine Mercy devotions. Exposition; 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., Reconciliation; 3 lowed by blessing of Divine Mercy image; 3:20 Mount Vernon St. Vincent de Paul – 2 to 3 p.m., p.m., Chaplet, Benediction, completion of novena p.m., Exposition, Reconciliation. Adoration, with Ave Maria chanted by Amanda prayed by parishioners at homes since Good Friday.

COLUMBUS, continued from Page 12 a successful effort to have the Vatican Apostles’ Creed, or a prayer to the mer- the original Guadalupe image and is and in 2008 to Plain City. reconsider its ban, which Blessed Pope ciful Jesus in the presence of the Bless- the same size as the original. Both For more information, go to www. Paul VI eventually lifted. Bishop, and ed Sacrament. originally were housed at Colum- feastofmercy.net, send an email to later, Cardinal Wojtyla also dedicat- A plenary remits all the bus Holy Family Church, then were [email protected], write ed himself to competing an accurate temporal punishment due for sacra- moved in 2005 to the former Mil- to Laity for Mercy, 2168 Ransom translation of Faustina’s diary. The mentally forgiven sins, meaning the ford Center Sacred Heart Church, Oaks Drive, Columbus OH 43228, or conclusion of that work and the lifting condition of a person’s soul is as if he or which since has been torn down, call (614) 732-0662. of the ban allowed the Marians of the she were just baptized, and the person Immaculate Conception, an order of would be admitted to heaven immedi- priests founded in Poland in 1673, to ately if he or she died at that instant. resume promoting the devotion, which Several churches in the diocese dis- had become their special work. play the Divine Mercy image, includ- St. Faustina was canonized on April ing St. Joseph Church at 140 West 30, 2000, which was the Second Sun- Ave in Plain city. day of Easter for that year. Pope John The Blessed Sacrament is exposed Paul at that time declared that the there for adoration on a regular sched- Sunday following Easter would be ule each week, and Mass is offered permanently known as Divine Mercy there at 9 a.m. on Saturdays in honor Sunday on the Church calendar. of the Blessed Mother, followed by Two years later, he granted a plenary Benediction, the Rosary, the Chaplet indulgence to anyone who celebrates of Divine Mercy, and confessions. the feast by making a sacramental McAndrew went to Mexico in confession, receiving the , 2004 and brought back a lifesize praying for the pope and his intentions, portrait of the Divine Mercy image, and participates in the Divine Mercy as well as an image of Our Lady devotions or recites the Our Father, the of Guadalupe which has touched April 8, 2018 Catholic Times 13 St. Aloysius Open House

St. Andrew School Brain Blast Columbus St. Andrew School recently conducyed its brain blast, a weeklong, school- wide event that provides opportunities for students to share projects they have been working on in the classroom. Cooperative learning is emphasized, with grades kindergarten through six presenting projects to all other homerooms and the up- per grades. Students and parents visit the classrooms to observe and listen. The projects include drama, writing, research, games, bookmaking, and history. The week concludes with a student variety show. Pictured are kindergarten students Father Pat Toner and sacristan Judy O’Brien review items to be displayed at an who wrote reports on Mount Rushmore with their fourth-grade “buddies.” They open house next weekend at Columbus St. Aloysius Church, 2065 W. Broad St. The are (from left): Rowan Snapp-Williamson, Samantha Zarick, Gretchan McGowan, open house will take place from after the 4 p.m. Mass to 6 p.m. Saturday, April 14 Ava Lombardi, Joey Lillis, Thomas King, Eliza Lyons, and Ellen Rudzinski. and from after the noon Mass to 3 p.m. Sunday, April 15. Photo courtesy St. Andrew School Photo courtesy St. Aloysius Church

The DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRY Shepherd'S St. Patrick Church, Columbus St. Patrick Church, the Dominican parish in Columbus, is seeking a Tour fulltime Director of Youth Ministry. Celebrate 150 years of the Diocese of Columbus with a Pilgrimage! The Director of Youth Ministry has three chief areas of responsibility: 1. High school youth ministry Take this special opportunity to join Father Joshua Wagner 2. Junior high youth ministry and tour a variety of artistic, architectural, and spiritual sites to 3. High school catechesis in our CCD program venerate those Bishops who are interred within the Diocese of The successful candidate will be an active, committed, faith-filled Columbus! Roman Catholic, possessing strong leadership, inter-personal, organi- zational and administrative skills. He or she will hold a bachelor’s or Tour sites include: master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning, with coursework in and/or catechetics, possess a solid • St. Joseph Cathedral (Bishops Rosecrans and Herrmann) understanding of the Catholic Faith, adhere to all the teachings of the • Mt. Calvary Cemetery (Bishop Watterson) of the , and be able to teach and share the • St. Joseph Cemetery (Bishops Hartley, Elwell, Ready) same; have a love for preaching the gospel and evangelizing youth; • St. Francis de Sales, Newark have a minimum of two years leadership experience, during or after • Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Newark college, in parish youth ministry, campus ministry or other Catholic • St. Edward the Confessor, Granville youth organization. Regular evening and weekend work hours are re- quired. Job offer is contingent on the successful passing of the manda- • The Pontifical College Josephinum, St. Turibius Chapel (Mass) tory background screening and completion of the VIRTUS “Protecting *Tour stops subject to change God’s Children” program. To apply, please send your résumé with a cover letter (including sal- Tour space is limited; for dates ary requirements) and a list of professional references to: and registration information, Fr. Stephen Alcott O.P. • 280 N. Grant Ave., Columbus, OH 43215 visit catholicchurchtour.com! or [email protected] 14 Catholic Times April 8, 2018 Second Sunday of Easter (Cycle B) The Weekday Bible Readings MONDAY Seeing with eyes of faith Isaiah 7:10-14;8:10 By Jem Sullivan/Catholic News Service his heart is filled with doubt when he hears the dis- Psalm 40:7-11 Hebrews 10:4-10 ciples speak of their encounter with the risen Lord. Luke 1:26-38 Acts 4:32-35 He wants to see, touch and hear for himself. 1 John 5:1-6 John 20:19-31 TUESDAY Jesus knew the yearning of Thomas for certitude. Acts 4:32-37 Jesus often praised the faith of ordinary people he He understood the desire of Thomas to know for Psalm 93:1-2,5 encountered during his earthly ministry: the man certain that Jesus’ death was not the final chapter John 3:7b-15 born blind, the leper shunned by the community, in the story of God’s loving plan of salvation. And WEDNESDAY the Samaritan woman at the well, the royal official so Jesus appears to the disciples once again, in the Acts 5:17-26 presence of Thomas. And his words to Thomas are Psalm 34:2-9 at Capernaum whose son was ill, and the paralytic John 3:16-21 at the pool. spoken to each one of us as well. As we read the word of God and seek to deepen THURSDAY Each of these men and women heard about Jesus Acts 5:27-33 and immediately put their faith in his power to heal, our faith in Jesus, we learn what it means to see Psalm 34:2,9,17-20 reconcile and restore to life. with the eyes of faith. We come to understand that John 3:31-36 “faith is the realization of what is hoped for and The Easter season is a time to journey to deeper evidence of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1). FRIDAY faith in Jesus. It is a graced season when we see Acts 5:34-42 Jesus invites Thomas to place his hand in his Psalm 27:1,4,13-14 how our lives are patterned after Jesus’ saving John 6:1-15 death and resurrection as we die to sin and rise to wounded side. What an invitation to faith that must new life in him. have been! And then Jesus tells Thomas to set aside SATURDAY doubt and believe in him. Thomas responds with Acts 6:1-7 But like the apostle Thomas, we struggle with the words of a true disciple: “My Lord and my Psalm 33:1-2,4-5,18-19 doubt. Just like Thomas, we, too, need signs and John 6:16-21 God!” And then Jesus blesses all those who believe wonders, tangible and concrete proof of God’s love with the eyes of faith. and mercy. During this Easter season, may we find in the After his glorious resurrection, Jesus appeared to Lord’s passion, death and resurrection the path of his disciples at various places and moments. When our journey of hope in the power of the redeeming DIOCESAN WEEKLY RADIO AND he came to them on the lake shore, on the road to cross of Jesus Christ as we say in faith, “Speak to TELEVISION MASS SCHEDULE Emmaus and in the breaking of bread, they must me, Lord.” WEEK OF APRIL 8, 2018 have been astonished, joyful and afraid. Yet seeing the Lord in his risen body was a first step on their Reflection Question: SUNDAY MASS journey to Easter faith and to their witness as his What does Jesus’ encounter with Thomas teach us 10:30 a.m. Mass from Columbus St. Joseph missionary disciples. Cathedral on St. Gabriel Radio (AM 820), Co- about the act of faith? lumbus, and at www.stgabrielradio.com. Thomas was not with them when the risen Jesus Sullivan is secretary for Catholic education of Mass with the Passionist Fathers at appeared to the disciples. So it is not surprising that the Archdiocese of Washington. 7:30 a.m. on WWHO-TV (the CW), Channel 53, Columbus. and 10:30 a.m. on WHIZ-TV, Chan- nel 18, Zanesville. Check local cable system for cable channel listing. St. Joseph’s Crusade for Marriage Mass from Our Lady of the Angels Monastery, Birming- ham, Ala., at 8 a.m. on EWTN (Spectrum Channel 385, Desirous of affirming and interceding Insight Channel 382, for the well-being of the divine gift or WOW Channel 378). of the Sacrament of Matrimony, the (Encores at noon, 7 p.m., and midnight). America Needs Fatima apostolate Mass from the Archdiocese of Milwaukee at chose the of St. Joseph, 6:30 a.m. on ION TV (AT&T U-verse Channel spouse of Mary, on Monday, March 195, Dish Network Channel 250, 19 for its annual celebration of or DirecTV Channel 305). marriage, as defined by the Catholic Mass from Massillon St. Mary Church at 10:30 a.m. on Church to be between one man and WILB radio (AM 1060, FM 94.5 and 89.5), Canton, heard one woman. In conjunction with in Tuscarawas, Holmes, and Coshocton counties. other rallies from coast to coast, the DAILY MASS apostolate sponsored an hour-long 8 a.m., Our Lady of the Angels Monastery in Birming- rally, which included prayer and song, ham, Ala. (Encores at noon, 7 p.m. and midnight). See at the public square in Worthington. EWTN above; and on I-Lifetv Passers-by were reminded of the (Channel 113 in Ada, Logan, Millersburg, Mur- timeless and unchanging foundation ray City and Washington C.H.; Channel 125 in Marion, of marriage and family. The group Newark, Newcomerstown and New will continue to pray for the graces Philadelphia; and Channel 207 in Zanesville); to calmly and faithfully present the 8 p.m., St. Gabriel Radio (AM 820), Columbus, teachings of the Catholic Church and at www.stgabrielradio.com. while praying for those who have We pray Week II, Seasonal Proper lost sight of the power, beauty, and of the Liturgy of the Hours s a c r e d n e s s o f t h i s b a s i c g i f t o f G o d . Photo courtesy America Needs Fatima April 8, 2018 Catholic Times 15 Air turbulence and the Resurrection If there’s anything Catholics in the United States be, another source of confidence and hope amid should have learned over the past two decades, it’s the current ecclesiastical turbulence. Those who that order – in the world, the Republic, and the THE CATHOLIC don’t remember the two decades immediately Church – is a fragile thing. And by “order,” I don’t after Vatican II and haven’t taken the trouble mean the same old same old. Rather, I mean the dy- DIFFERENCE to learn that history are understandably upset namic development of world politics, our national George Weigel at the fragility of order in the Church today. life, and the Church within stable reference points But they should also understand that this is not that guide us into the future. 1968, or 1978, or even 1988, and that a lot of Many of those reference points seem to have unraveled throughout the world, and the speed with ballast was put into the Barque of Peter during come unstuck, and that’s why we’re experiencing which American political culture has decayed into the pontificates of John Paul II and Benedict an unusual amount of air turbulence these days. unbridled bombast on all sides, have surprised me XVI. For all the challenges it faces, and despite Or so I argue in The Fragility of Order: Cath- – and, I expect, many others. Exploring how that the determination of some to revisit what they olic Reflections on Turbulent Times, which has happened in a generation, in both world politics regard as the glorious ’70s, the Church in the just been published by Ignatius Press. The book and our national public life, is one thread tying The U.S. is in far, far better condition to withstand collects 13 essays on world history and politics, Fragility of Order together. the air turbulence of the moment that it was American history and politics, and the post-Vat- As for the air turbulence in the Church, I must 40 years ago. And that’s because truth, spoken ican II Church that I’ve written in recent years. confess that I’m somewhat less concerned about winsomely and in charity, but without fudging, The setup is a new essay on the ways things seem that than others seem to be. Why? For one rea- has proven a powerful instrument of evangeliza- in 2018 contrasted to the way they looked a quar- son, I don’t confuse the Catholic blogosphere tion and spiritual growth in a culture wallowing ter-century ago, with the Cold War won and the and its neo-Darwinian, survival-of-the-shrillest in various confusions. Church beginning to experience the renewal John antics with the realities of Catholic life, here At the bottom of the bottom line is the Resur- Paul II defined and promoted in his authoritative and throughout the world Church. For another, it rection. It’s entirely possible to hold fast to the interpretation of Vatican II. strikes me that the most vital parts of the Church truth that Jesus of Nazareth was raised by God to It was a heady moment and, in retrospect, per- – parishes, dioceses, seminaries, religious orders, a new form of bodily life after his crucifixion and haps too heady. I was always skeptical of my friend lay renewal movements, evangelization groups be deeply concerned about the state of the Church Francis Fukuyama’s notion that “the end of histo- – are getting on with the business of being a today. But it’s not possible to know the Risen Lord ry” had dawned with the triumph of democracy Church permanently in mission, tuning out as and to indulge in despair. Despair died on the cross and the market over communism; as I wrote at the much of the static as they can and pursuing what and unshakable hope was born at Easter. That’s time, in 1990, there’s far more to “history” than they know to be effective ways of spreading the why Easter faith is the surest anchor for all of us in politics and economics, and the human propensi- joy of the Gospel. turbulent times. ty for making a mess of things would continue to These vital parts of the Church are, uniformly, George Weigel is Distinguished Senior Fellow give all us pause, and plenty to work on. But the the parts that have embraced All-In Catholicism of the Ethics and Public Policy Center in rapidity with which the post-Cold War order has and rejected Catholic Lite. And that is, or should Washington, D.C.

Bethesda Healing Ministry benefit dinner set for April 26 Jesus became fully man when he 5:30 p.m., with Bishop James Wall ing Mass, Eucharistic adoration, and The sessions are conducted by a came in his Father’s name with a of Gallup, New Mexico, as celebrant the Sacrament of Reconciliation. pastoral team of priests, seminar- mission of mercy. He is the divine and keynote speaker. The ministry took its name from the ians, and people who are going physician who died in the perfect The master of ceremonies will healing pool of Bethesda in Jerusa- through healing. These companions sacrifice, so we could be forgiven for provide their experience of hope, be Gary Anderson, president of the lem, where Jesus healed a man who our sins and hope to spend eternity faith, and love outside the formal Bethesda board. Kathleen Tully, mu- had suffered from an infirmity for 38 in the divine presence. Each person healing sessions. sic director of Columbus St. Patrick years and had no one to put him into experiencing the residual effects of Church, will provide selections on the healing waters. The pool area Since its founding 24 years ago, abortion seeks God’s mercy, love, the harp. was known as Five Porticos, and that the companions of Bethesda Heal- and forgiveness. Tickets are $30 each and may be name was given to the building where ing Ministry have answered calls on The Bethesda Healing Ministry purchased online at www.bethes- Bethesda is based. its confidential ministry line, which helps women, men, and families is available 24 hours, seven days a dahealing.org or by calling Diana Bethesda sponsors post-abortion who are seeking healing from an week. The calls are answered with Davis at (614) 718-0277. An appeal healing ministry sessions on the sec- abortion experience as they find their will be made at the dinner for help in kindness, caring, and an offering of ond and fourth Mondays of each hope for healing. way to accepting God’s merciful for- continuing this ministry of hope and month. For each session, a light is giveness. It walks with them through healing. on, a warm dinner is waiting, and If you would like more the steps of spiritual and physical Bethesda is based in Columbus quiet prayer is said. The sessions information about the ministry, call healing. Christ the King Church’s former con- begin with dinner provided by vol- its executive director, Laurence The ministry’s annual benefit din- vent, which includes a chapel with unteers at 6:30 p.m. and end at about Mily, at (614) 314-2125 or its ner will take place Thursday, April 26 the Blessed Sacrament in the taber- 8:30. Everyone seeking post-abor- administrator, Diana Davis, at (614) at Columbus St. Agatha Church, 1860 nacle. During healing sessions, the tion healing is invited to all ministry 718-0277, or visit Northam Road, starting with Mass at chapel is used for devotions includ- sessions. www.bethesdahealing.org. 16 Catholic Times April 8, 2018 Pray for our dead Coach reads to students at St. Anthony

BALTZ, Dorothy, 92, March 26 LOHR, Robert E., 86, March 27 St. Mary Church, Lancaster St. Pius X Church, Reynoldsburg BASINSKI, Diane M. (Bowen), 85, April 1 McLAREN, Betty J. (Pouliot), 90, April 1 St. Joan of Arc Church, Powell St. Elizabeth Seton Parish, Pickerington BUTLER, John P., 85, March 26 MOTSCH, Bruce R., 60, March 27 St. Mark Church, Lancaster St. Joseph Cathedral, Columbus CAMPFIELD, Earl F. Jr., 75, March 20 PETERS, Marie (Johnson), 96, March 30 St. Pius X Church, Reynoldsburg Our Lady of Victory Church, Columbus EDIE, Loretta (Kopp), 96, March 24 PRICE, Joseph R., 71, March 23 Sacred Heart Church, New Philadelphia Our Lady of Peace Church. Columbus GEYER, Cheryl L. (Wilkins), 69, March 24 RUDD, Elaine (Zimmer), 77, March 23 Resurrection Cemetery Chapel, Lewis Center Sacred Heart Church, New Philadelphia HANLEY, Hugh, 87, March 26 SPIRES, Patricia (Wolf), 83, March 30 Sacred Heart Church, Coshocton St. Pius X Church, Reynoldsburg KING-HENRY, Venetta, 58, March 14 WETZEL, William D., 85, March 27 Sacred Heart Church, New Philadelphia St. Elizabeth Church, Columbus Columbus St. Francis DeSales High School boys basketball coach Pat Murphy stopped by Columbus St. Anthony School to read the book “Dr. De Soto” by William Steig Norbert Smithberger to a group of second-graders. Murphy volunteered for St. Anthony’s “Read with Funeral Mass for Norbert Smith- Andrew H. Homan Council 5253 of a Stallion” program that encourages and promotes reading, volunteering, and a berger, 88, who died Sunday, March the Knights of Columbus. partnership with DeSales’ feeder schools, one of which is St. Anthony. 25, was held Monday, April 2 at He was preceded in death by his Photo courtesy St. Anthony School Reynoldsburg St. Pius X Church. parents and his wife, Rita. Survivors He was born on March 8, 1930, in include sons, Deacon Marion (Carol) Bethel, Ohio, to Hattie and Ernest Smithberger, who serves Columbus Smithberger. St. Timothy Church, and Paul; daugh- He was a longtime employee of the ter, Meg (Dan) Root; brother, Robert state auditor’s office, retiring in 1986, (Mary); five grandchildren; and two and a two-tine grand knight of Father great-grandchildren.

Trinity students learn from chickens

Columbus Trinity Elementary School third-graders use science, technology, engi- neering, and math skills to investigate the life cycle of an embryonic chicken egg, from monitoring living eggs to observing fluffy chicks. Pictured are (from left) Molly Wendel, Maura Nye, principal Kimber Moehrman, and Zach Tibbs. Photo courtesy Trinity Elementary School April 8, 2018 Catholic Times 17 H A P P E N I N G S

after 8:15 a.m. Mass; continues to 5 p.m. Saturday. Saturday Life and Mercy Mass, followed by rosary the dignity of every person, promotes the truth of Monthly Adoration of Blessed Sacrament and confession. God’s plan for each of us, and focuses on sharing CLASSIFIED Our Lady of the Church, 5225 Refugee Lay Missionaries of Charity Day of Prayer our love. Confidentiality is maintained. Call for site. FOR SALE Road, Columbus. Begins after 9 a.m. Mass; continues 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sacred Heart Church, 893 Hamlet St., 614-296-7404 through 6 p.m. . Columbus. Monthly day of prayer for Columbus chapter 11, WEDNESDAY Single burial plot in Garden of Four Chaplains First Friday Masses at Holy Family of Lay Missionaries of Charity. 614-372-5249 Center for Dominican Studies Lecture Series (Veteran’s Section) located at Kingswood 12:15 and 7 p.m., Holy Family Church, 584 W. Broad St., First Saturday Mass at Holy Family Noon to 12:30 p.m., St. Catherine of Siena Room, Erskine Park, 8230 Columbus Pike, Lewis Columbus. First Friday Masses in honor of the Sacred 9 a.m., Holy Family Church, 584 W. Broad St., Columbus. Hall, Ohio Dominican University, 1215 Sunbury Road, Center, Ohio (Delaware County). Asking price Heart of Jesus. 614-221-4323 First Saturday Mass for world peace and in reparation Columbus. Center for Dominican Studies lecture with Catholic Men’s Luncheon Club for blasphemies against the Virgin Mary. 614-221-4323 Sister Thoma Swanson, OP, speaking on “Art -- A Special is firm ($2400.00) which 12:15 p.m., St. Patrick Church, 280 N. Grant Ave., Colum- includes cemetery transfer fee. Centering Prayer Group Meeting at Corpus Christi Way to Preach.” 614-251-4722 bus. Catholic Men’s Luncheon Club meeting, with Jerry 10:30 a.m. to noon, Corpus Christi Center of Peace, Turning Leaves and Tea Leaves Payment is by Cashier’s Check and transfer Freewalt of the diocesan Office for Social Concerns 1111 E. Stewart Ave., Columbus. Centering prayer group 2 to 3:30 p.m., Martin de Porres Center, 2330 Airport would be done at the cemetery’s offices speaking on the ARCH (Accompanying Returning Citi- meeting, beginning with silent prayer, followed by Con- Drive, Columbus. Turning Leaves and Tea Leaves book at a convenient time. zens with Hope) ministry, which helps released prison- templative Outreach DVD and discussion. 614-512-3731 club with Dominican Sisters Marialein Anzenberger and ers readjust to society. Filipino Mass at St. Elizabeth Colleen Gallagher. 614-416-1910 Items such as vault, monument and Labyrinth Walk at Shepherd’s Corner 7:30 p.m., St. Elizabeth Church, 6077 Sharon Woods ‘The Wild Goose Is Loose’ Seminar opening/closing of the site are not 7 to 8:30 p.m., Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center, Blvd., Columbus. Mass in the Tagalog language for 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., St. Elizabeth Church, 6077 Sharon included in this price. Living outside area 987 N. Waggoner Road, Blacklick. Labyrinth walk members of the Filipino Catholic community. Woods Blvd., Columbus. First meeting of four-week now and have new site. led by labyrinth caretaker John Seryak. Theme: 8, SUNDAY “Alone With Each Other.” Suggested donation $5. “The Wild Goose Is Loose” seminar on the attributes of Please contact me at 513-290-4552 or Lay Fraternities of St. Dominic Meeting the and how to respond to the Spirit. Spon- [email protected] for information. Earl 614-866-4302 1:30 p.m., St. Patrick Church, 280 N. Grant Ave., Colum- Eucharistic Vigil at Holy Cross sored by Columbus Catholic Renewal. Child care avail- bus. Meeting of St. Catherine of Siena chapter, Lay Fra- Holy Cross Church, 205 S. 5th St., Columbus. 7:30 p.m. able on request. 614-500-8178 or 614-614-989-7890 ternities of St. Dominic. Mass, followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament An Evening of Prayer & Song Seasons of Hope Bereavement Ministry with various prayers, ending with Benediction around 11. 11-14, WEDNESDAY-SATURDAY with BOB HURD 2 to 4 p.m., St. Francis of Assisi Church, 386 Buttles Ave., Three Bags Full Consignment Sale All-Night Exposition at Our Lady of Victory Columbus. First meeting of North High Deanery’s six- Friday, April 20, 7:00 p.m. Our Lady of Victory Church, 1559 Roxbury Road, Colum- 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, week Seasons of Hope Bereavement Ministry for those 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 St. John XXIII Church bus. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament from 8 p.m. who have lost a loved one. Contact michaeljamess- Canal Winchester until Mass at 8 a.m. Saturday. p.m. Saturday (selected items half-price Friday night [email protected] or [email protected]. and Saturday), Franklin County Fairgrounds, 5035 No charge for admission Prayer Group Meeting at Christ the King Northwest Parkway, Hilliard. Three Bags Full consign- 6-8, FRIDAY-SUNDAY 5 to 7 p.m., Christ the King Church, 2777 E. Livingston Freewill offering to benefit Bloom Twp. Divine Mercy Novena at Blessed Sacrament ment sale of children’s items. Unsold and unclaimed Crisis Fund and offset cost of concert Ave., Columbus (enter at daily Mass entrance). Weekly items are donated to Catholic and pro-life charities. 3 p.m. April 6-7, Blessed Sacrament Church, 394 E. Main parish prayer group meets for praise, worship, ministry, St., Newark. Novena of Divine Mercy, concluding on 614-561-5300 http://www.npmcolumbus.org and teaching. 614-237-0401 April 8 with Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament from 12, THURSDAY Spanish Mass at Columbus St. Peter end of 10:45 a.m. Mass until 3 p.m., when chaplet will Women to Women Listening Circle at Corpus Christi 7 p.m., St. Peter Church, 6899 Smoky Row Road, Colum- be recited, followed by Benediction. Sacrament of 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Corpus Christi Center of Peace, 1111 bus. Mass in Spanish. 706-761-4054 Reconciliation will be available from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. E. Stewart Ave., Columbus. Women to Women program APRIL 740-345-4290 for women of all ages and life circumstances. Begins 6, FRIDAY Divine Mercy Chaplet Recital at Chillicothe St. Peter 9, MONDAY with soup lunch until noon, followed by listening circle. St. Cecilia Adoration of Blessed Sacrament 3 p.m., St. Peter Church, 118 Church St., Chillicothe. Bethesda Post-Abortion Healing Ministry No child care available on-site. 614-512-3371 St. Cecilia Church, 434 Norton Road, Columbus. Begins Daily recital of Chaplet of Divine Mercy, conclud- 6:30 p.m., support group meeting, 2744 Dover Road, Co- Cenacle at Holy Name ing on April 8 with Exposition of the Blessed Sac- lumbus (Christ the King convent, first building west of 6 p.m., Holy Name Church, 154 E. Patterson Ave., Co- rament from end of 11:30 a.m. Mass until singing of the church). 614-718-0277, 614-309-2651, 614-309-0157 lumbus. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, with Chaplet, with procession and Benediction, at 3 p.m. Our Lady of Peace Men’s Bible Study prayers in the Cenacle format of the Marian Movement All fund-raising events (festivals, bazaars, Confessions heard from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. April 7. 7 p.m., Our Lady of Peace Church, 20 E. Dominion Blvd., of Priests. spaghetti dinners, fish fries, bake sales, 740-774-1407 Columbus. Bible study of Sunday Scripture readings. Eucharistic Holy Hour at Sacred Heart pizza/sub sales, candy sales, etc.) 7, SATURDAY 7 p.m., Sacred Heart Church, 893 Hamlet St., Columbus. will be placed in the Fatima Devotions at Columbus St. Patrick 9-11, MONDAY-WEDNESDAY Eucharistic Holy Hour with the intention of deepened “Fund-Raising Guide.” An entry into the 7 a.m., St. Patrick Church, 280 N. Grant Ave., Columbus. Parish Mission at Cardington Sacred Hearts holiness and an increase in the virtue of fortitude for Guide will be $18.50 for the first six lines, Mass, followed by devotions to Our Lady of Fatima, 5:30 p.m., Sacred Hearts Church, 4680 U.S. Route the Holy Father, bishops, and priests, concluding with and $2.65 for each additional line. preceded by confessions at 6:30. 614-240-5910 42, Cardington. Parish mission with Father Thom- Benediction, social period, and refreshments. For more information, call Douglas Bean at Mary’s Little Children Prayer Group as Blau, OP. Theme: “Understanding God’s Mercy.” 614-372-5249 614-224-6530. Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church, 5225 Refugee Divine Mercy chaplet at 3 p.m. daily, and Reconciliation Theology on Tap Meeting Road, Columbus. 8:30 a.m., confessions, 9 a.m., Mass, available each day. 419-946-3611 7 p.m., St. Therese’s Retreat Center, 5277 E. Broad St., followed by Fatima prayers and Rosary (Shepherds of Columbus. Theology on Tap discussion and social group Christ format); 10 a.m., meeting. 614-861-4888 10, TUESDAY for young Catholics, with Father Nick Droll, adminis- First Saturday Devotion at St. Joan of Arc Calix Society Meeting trator of West Portsmouth , Pond ‘Happenings’ submissions 8:30 a.m., St. Joan of Arc Church, 10700 Liberty Road, 6 p.m., Panera restaurant, 4519 N. High St., Columbus. Creek Holy Trinity, and Otway Notices for items of Catholic interest must be Powell. Mass, followed by rosary in reparation to the Monthly meeting of the Calix Society, an association of churches speaking on “Ordinarily Extraordinary: A Dis- received at least 12 days before expected publi- , concluding with Fatima Catholic alcoholics. Preceded by 5:30 p.m. Mass at Our cussion on the Forms of the Mass.” RSVP to cbusthe- cation date. We will print them as space permits. prayers. Lady of Peace Church, across street from meeting site. [email protected] or Columbus Theology on Tap Items not received before this deadline may not Scouting International Awareness Program Holy Hour at Columbus St. Francis of Assisi Facebook page. be published. 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (8:30 to 11 a.m. for grades one to St. Francis of Assisi Church, 386 Buttles Ave., Columbus. 13-15, FRIDAY-SUNDAY Listings cannot be taken by phone. five), Holy Resurrection Melkite Catholic Church, 4611 Monthly Holy Hour following 6 p.m. Mass.614-299-5781 Glenmawr Ave., Columbus. Annual international aware- Rosary for Life at St. Joan of Arc DCCW Silent Retreat at St. Therese’s Mail to: The Catholic Times ness program sponsored by diocesan Catholic Commit- Following 6:15 p.m. Mass, St. Joan of Arc Church, 10700 St. Therese’s Retreat Center, 5277 E. Broad St., Columbus. Happenings, tee on Scouting, giving all diocesan youths and adults a Liberty Road, Powell. Recital of Rosary for Life, spon- Women’s silent retreat sponsored by Diocesan Council 197 East Gay St., Columbus, OH 43215 chance to learn more about the Catholic Church’s East- sored by church’s respect life committee. of Catholic Women, led by Father Sean Dooley, paro- Fax to: 614-241-2518 ern rites. Fee $15 for shorter program, including snack; EnCourage Ministry Monthly Meeting chial vicar at Chillicothe St. Peter, Washington Court E-mail as text to [email protected] $25 for longer program, including lunch. 6:30 p.m., EnCourage, an approved diocesan minis- House St. Colman of Cloyne, Waverly St. Mary, and Za- Life and Mercy Mass in Plain City try for families and friends of persons who expe- leski St Sylvester churches. Theme: “Being Present in the 9 a.m. Mass, St. Joseph Church, 140 West Ave., Plain City. rience same-sex attraction. EnCourage respects Here and Now.” Cost $130. 614-228-8601 18 Catholic Times April 8, 2018

Book review

PLAN OF LIFE Catholic News Agency For those not familiar with the term, moment” of getting out of bed imme- Praise abounds for Father Roger Father Landry explains that a “plan of diately, consecrating our day to God Landry’s engaging book Plan of Life: life” is a “series of practices given to us and asking for His help to live it well Habits to Help You Grow Closer to by the saints and spiritual directors to through our Morning Offering prayer, God. Heavy-hitters who are defenders help people to translate their desire to and ending the day well with a gen- of the faith – such as George Weigel and grow closer to God from a vague aspi- eral examination of conscience – that Mary Eberstadt – as well as influential ration into a reality.” “prayerful daily evaluation that assesses Church leaders, including Boston’s Car- Like turning on the GPS when you do our faithfulness to the consecration we dinal Sean O’Malley, New York’s Car- not quite know the way – or even when made at the start of the day.” of Life particularly helpful for Lenten dinal Timothy Dolan, and the apostolic you know the way but don’t want to Filling in these bookends of our day preparation. For example, Landry di- nuncio to the U.N., Archbishop Bernar- risk getting lost or delayed – Landry’s are the customs and practices of Cath- rects the reader to understand charity dito Auza, have joined to recommend Plan of Life offers concise synopses of olics throughout the ages. Foundational and almsgiving as reflecting “Christ- this charming guidebook for making a the traditional Catholic norms of piety practices include regular mental prayer, like compassion” for those in need. He plan to better know, love and serve God. that make up a Catholic’s plan of life. reading and meditating upon Sacred cautions that “random acts of kindness Not wanting to overburden the souls he Scripture, and living Sunday well by ought to be encouraged, but they are not In the book’s introduction, Landry re- enough.” Reaffirming the general theme calls that “Saint John Paul II summed is caring for, Landry’s book serves as a “celebrating our weekly little Easter to- guide for making each of these a habit. gether -- not only liturgically but also that “the spiritual life is too important to up the Church’s wisdom regarding wing,” Landry presses us to “plan and attaining union with God by naming Beginning with the role of the Holy in communal activities.” Other keys are frequent Confession, Eucharistic adora- grow our charity more than a business six pillars of ‘training in holiness’: Spirit in carrying out the work of sancti- owner seeks growth in profits.” grace, prayer, Sunday Mass, Confes- fication, Landry encourages us to “allow tion, and the Rosary. sion, listening to the word of God, and the Holy Spirit to guide the nitty-gritty Finally, Plan of Life identifies norms Plan of Life also addresses Holy Week proclaiming that word.” Making sure details of our daily life.” He then in- which go “beyond the basics” – daily – inviting readers to “enter the center of these pillars are present in our spiritual troduces the practical steps to “live the Mass, spiritual communion, Marian de- history.” Landry explains: lives requires a genuine commitment disciplined life of a Christian disciple.” votions, penitential practices, the partic- Holy Week is holy because of all Jesus to living a “plan of life.” These steps include living the “heroic ular examination of conscience, offering Christ did during this week. From his one’s daily work to God, spiritual read- triumphal entry into Jerusalem on Palm ing, and retreats and days of recollection. Sunday, to his teaching in the Temple, to Peppered throughout the book are cita- the , to his prayer in Gethse- Youth choir to appear with pianist tions to Scripture, writings of doctors of mane, to his arrest, torture, crucifixion, the Church and her saints, and reflections preaching, and death on Good Friday, The Columbus St. Christopher Church verse artists and composers as Beethoven, of many popes of the modern era. In so to his rest in the tomb and his glorious youth choir will appear in a concert with Mozart, jazz pianist Bill Evans, Little Rich- doing, Father Landry reveals the seam- resurrection on the third day, this week 16-year-old pianist Ethan Bortnick at 7:30 ard, Billy Joel, and Elton John, and began lessness of the Church’s guidance for the contains the central events of our faith. p.m. Saturday, April 14 in the Lincoln Theater, creating original compositions at age five. A faithful. This invitation to live fully the “most 769 E. Long St., Columbus. few years later, he began making television faith-filled week of the year” is an invi- appearances and touring, connecting with More than a dry manual of directives, Recognized by the Guinness Book of Plan of Life reads likes a perfect com- tation to be transformed by the week’s World Records as the world’s youngest solo audiences in the United States, Japan, Brazil, holy character – to be made more holy. Canada, South Africa, and Australia. bination of collected correspondence musician to headline a concert tour, Bort- from a dear friend sharing his own per- Included as an appendix are traditional nick has been performing around the world, When he was five, his younger brother had sonal encounter with God, a TED talk prayers and a guide for pre-Confession raising more than $50 million for charities three heart surgeries, and that inspired him on the fundamental elements of faith and examination of conscience. Also includ- worldwide. He is best-known for his three to use his musical talents to benefit charity. Catholic tradition, and the unequivocal ed are prompts for the reader to draft a fundraising specials for the Public Broad- A $500 donation will be made to the St. encouragement of a “personal trainer” plan of life. While a helpful app is also casting Service, which have appeared locally Christopher choir if it sells 100 tickets to the on WOSU-TV. for how to better treat Our Lord with all referenced, Landry’s “old school” op- concert. To purchase tickets, go to https:// of our heart, soul, and mind. As Landry tion to write down our plan is a lovely When he was three years old, the Holly- ethanbortnick.com/events. Find the Colum- so concisely explains, “a Plan of Life touch. wood, Florida, native asked his parents for bus concert listing and click on “Buy Tick- is much more than discrete prayers and piano lessons and discovered an ability to ets,” then click on “See Tickets,” and use the Plan of Life, much like coming in con- practices: it’s a cohesive whole that tact with the book’s well-formed and hear a song once and play it back note for promotional code CHOIRETHAN02 when forms us to live consciously and contin- note. He soaked up the music of such di- ordering. attentive author, is a wonderfully fresh uously in God’s presence.” resource for any person seeking to grow There are specific sections in Plan in the interior life. April 8, 2018 Catholic Times 19 Confirmation strengthens our identity as children of God Catholic News Service their apostolic mission. Confirmation The action of the Holy Spirit in bap- The sacrament of confirmation is “perpetuates the grace of in tism orients us toward his own further perhaps the most mysterious of all the the church” (No. 1288). The sacrament action in conferring the further apos- . Many Christians find it thus has a unique connection to the tolic grace of Pentecost. Thus we are difficult to understand what benefit it apostles, and indeed the original rite of empowered to live out the eucharistic brings. Isn’t the Holy Spirit received at confirmation consisted of the apostles’ life toward which baptism, and indeed baptism? laying on of hands of the newly bap- all of the other sacraments, are ordered, tized, to strengthen them for their mis- with a “Pentecost” identity, an identity Yes, baptism makes us “a member of sion with the same special outpouring analogous to that of an apostle. Christ and a temple of the Holy Spirit” of the Spirit that they received. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, No. Thus baptism and confirmation are 1279). Then why do we need to receive In baptism, the action of the Holy Spir- closely linked. Originally, confirma- the Holy Spirit again in confirmation? it configures us to the passion, death and tion immediately followed baptism, resurrection of Christ, bringing about And, isn’t baptism “valid and effi- and it still does in the Eastern Catho- our death to sin and our rebirth in the cacious” without confirmation? Yes lic churches (and in the whole life and all of our acts become love and the life of Christ. We have a (No. 1306). Then why do we say that for adult baptisms). But in both East- more and more a living sacrifice of “confirmation is necessary for the com- new identity as children of God. ern and Latin churches, the connection praise (Hebrews 13:15) in Christ and pletion of baptismal grace” (No. 1285, In confirmation, the action of the with Pentecost was never left behind. 1288) or that it brings an “increase and for Christ. Holy Spirit is to strengthen us in our In the Eastern churches, confirmation deepening of baptismal grace” (No. This can help us understand the func- new identity, imparting an “apostolic” makes use of the special holy chrism 1303), its “strengthening” (No. 1289)? tion of confirmation. Just as baptism character. It associates us more fully blessed by the bishop, the successor of the apostles, while in the Latin Church, What do we mean when we say con- is the sacrament of dying with Christ with the apostolate, or the active mis- the ordinary minister of the sacrament firmation “perfects baptismal grace” and rising with him to the new life of a sion of the church. is still the bishop. (No. 1316)? Isn’t baptismal grace per- child of God, and so is especially asso- It is baptismal grace itself that in a fect enough? ciated with the cross and resurrection, sense seeks its own maturity, its own Because the bishop cannot be present so confirmation is especially associated at every baptism, the post-baptismal Of course, to answer the first ques- growing up, its own perfection, just as with Pentecost. In fact, it is “the special anointing of confirmation is delayed, tion, all the sacraments are “actions the natural life of a child, in a sense, outpouring of the Holy Spirit as once but that should only serve to remind us of the Holy Spirit” (No. 1116) and all seeks its own maturity, completion, granted to the apostles on the day of that this sacrament is our participation “‘sacramental grace’ is the grace of the growing up. Baptismal grace, precisely Pentecost” (No. 1302). in Pentecost, a privilege and fulfillment Holy Spirit,” though in a way “proper because it is a rebirth, is ordered toward that our baptismal grace seeks and for to each sacrament” (No. 1129). So the The Holy Spirit was poured out upon the “growing up” and strengthening of which it makes us fit. Holy Spirit is received in every sacra- the apostles to strengthen them for the newly born in Christ. ment, not just baptism, but in each in a different way. Anointing with holy oil: Consecration and promise, from Moses to Jesus We can ask, “What is the special rela- By Mike Nelson/Catholic News Service ment is more profound as that of David, is upon me,because he has anointed me tionship between confirmation and the In the Catholic tradition, to be con- youngest son of Jesse, by the prophet to bring glad tidings to the poor” -- and Holy Spirit? What is the action of the Samuel: adds, “Today this Scripture passage is Holy Spirit in baptism, and what is the ac- firmed is to be chosen -- chosen by God to be a sign of God’s presence in the world. “The Lord said: ‘There -- anoint him, fulfilled in your hearing” (Luke 4:18, tion of the Holy Spirit in confirmation?” 21). The ensuing uproar causes those “Be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spir- for this is the one!’ Then Samuel, with To address the second question, bap- assembled to drive him out of the town it,” declares the bishop (or sometimes, a the horn of oil in hand, anointed him tism is valid and efficacious without in the midst of his brothers, and from -- a lesson to Jesus’ followers of the the Eucharist also, and someone who priest) who ministers the sacrament, as he traces the sign of the cross -- a sign of that day on, the spirit of the Lord rushed risks awaiting the anointed ones who dies immediately after baptism is saved consecration -- with the sacred chrism oil upon David” (1 Samuel 16:12-13). seek to do God’s will. without the help of any other sacrament. -- representing health and strength -- on That the Lord passed up David’s old- St. Paul, for one, took that lesson to And yet we would not say that the the recipient’s forehead. er brothers before instructing Samuel to heart, fearlessly proclaiming the good Christian life on this earth attains its With this action, the newly confirmed anoint David suggests that anointing is news despite enduring persecution and full exercise apart from the Eucharist. person “shares more completely in the not administered randomly, but only to punishment throughout his ministry. The Eucharist, too, completes baptis- mission of Jesus Christ and the full- those God chooses to do his work. “You “The one who gives us security with mal grace, in the sense that baptismal ness of the Holy Spirit with which he is love justice and hate wrongdoing,” you in Christ and who anointed us is grace is ordered toward the Eucharist. filled,” so that his life may emanate “the declares the Book of Psalms (45:8). God,” Paul tells the people of Corinth. Baptism is the “gateway to life in the aroma of Christ,” reads the Catechism “Therefore God, your God, has anoint- “He has also put his seal upon us and Spirit ... and the door that gives access of the Catholic Church (No. 1294). ed you with the oil of gladness above given the Spirit in our hearts as a first to the other sacraments” (No.1213); by Scripturally, we find many instanc- your fellow kings.” installment” (2 Corinthians 1:21-22). baptism we are “born of water and the es where someone has been anointed Jesus himself makes known the power And the catechism echoes that prom- Spirit” (No. 1225, John 3:5), given free- (or chosen) with holy oil. In the Book and purpose of anointing in one of his ise: “This seal of the Holy Spirit marks dom as “the children of God” (No. 1250). of Exodus (29:7), God instructs Moses first public actions, the teaching and our total belonging to Christ, our enroll- We are given “a share in the common in the consecration of priests -- in this proclamation of Scripture in the syna- ment in his service forever, as well as priesthood of all believers” (No. 1268). case, Moses’ brother Aaron: “Take the gogues, for which he was well-received the promise of divine protection in the This priesthood is exercised first in our anointing oil and pour it on his head, -- at least, initially. great eschatological trial” (No. 1296). participation in the Eucharist and in the and anoint him.” Then, in his hometown of Nazareth, he Catholic journalist Mike Nelson eucharistic life it forms in us, as our Perhaps no anointing in the Old Testa- quotes Isaiah -- “The Spirit of the Lord writes from southern California. SESQUICENTENNIAL COMMEMORATION 150 Years of Gratitude,Commitment & Hope

150th AnniversAry CelebrAtion MAss all clergy and members of the faithful are invited to join Bishop Frederick F. Campbell, in a special Mass of thanksgiving for the 150th anniversary of the Catholic Diocese of Columbus.

Sunday april 22, 2018, 5:15 p.m. St. Joseph Cathedral 212 E. Broad St. Columbus, Ohio 43215

For more information about CElEBrant 150th anniversary activities, the Most reverend Frederick F. Campbell visit columbuscatholic. Bishop of Columbus org/150th-commemoration.