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St. Jude opens new center May 27, 2016ommentator Vol. 54, No. 8 Serving the Diocese of Baton Rouge since 1963 thecatholiccommentator.org C tracKing history Family’s roots trace to slavery

By Debbie Shelley The Catholic Commentator

Maxine Crump of Baton Rouge, al- ways wanted to know where her great- grandfather came from. Her family knew he was from the East Coast, but wondered how he came to Louisiana. She was driving to Maringouin in early February when she received a call from Richard Cellini, an alumnus of Georgetown University, giving her in- formation about her great-great grand- father. Neely was one of 272 slaves sold by the Jesuits in 1838 to keep the uni- versity financially viable. “I thought, ‘The Jesuits? They’re priests,’ ” said Crump, a retired televi- sion news anchor. After the recent discovery of the slave sale, Georgetown students were also suprised and staged a protest de- manding the name of the dormitory named for Father Thomas Mulledy SJ and reflection hall named for William McSherry SJ be changed. This caught Cellini’s attention and he contacted ge- Visiting the grave of their ancestor, Cornelius “Neely” Hawkins at Immaculate Heart of Mary Cemetery in Maringouin are, from nealogist Judy Riffel of Baton Rouge to left, front row, Emanuel Crump Jr. and his son, Jacques; back row, Maxine Crump; Michelle Harrington; Nathaniel Crump, Eugene s ee roots page 19 Crump; Nathaniel’s wife, Wanda; and Peggy Dunn. Photo by Debbie Shelley | The Catholic Commentator

Traveler opening the doors of faith on journey

By Rachele Smith dent on strangers, he is realizing more than just his The Catholic Commentator future vocation. Cuddy is discovering God’s unconditional mercy Step by step Dylan Cuddy is on a personal journey. and learning a trust deeper than anything he ever The Massachusetts native is crossing the country could have imagined. on foot in the name of Divine Mercy while also hoping “I’ve always known over the past few years or so to determine the future God has prepared for him. that I’m being called by God. I’m just not sure what it WE’RE GOING INTO THIRD GRADE! – St. Francis Starting in Jacksonville, Florida, Cuddy is on a mis- is he wants me to do,” said Cuddy, who explained he is Xavier School students in Edwina Jackson’s sec- sion to enter through as many Holy Doors as he can open to the priesthood if that is God’s desire for him. ond-grade class celebrated after receiving their find on his way to the West Coast and the Cathedral of But why journey across the country on foot to dis- report cards and promotion to third grade on the Our Lady of the Angels in Los Angeles. cern, traveling without even hiking boots and covering school’s last day before summer break May 20. In late April, he passed through Baton Rouge, visit- many miles in just flip flops or even wearing no shoes Catholic school students throughout the diocese ing the Holy Door of Mercy at St. Joseph Cathedral. at all? are taking vacations, hanging out with family Two days earlier, he was in Convent where he walked For Cuddy, the idea was planted at a very young age. and friends and generally relaxing before pick- through the Holy Door at St. Michael Church. “I’ve always had a yearning for travel. When I was ing up their studies again later in the summer. Yet even as this 24-year-old experiences life on the little, I used to talk with my best friend Richie about Photo by Debbie Shelley | The Catholic Commentator road, many times finding himself completely depen- s ee traveler page 7 2 The Catholic Commentator The Lighter Side of FAI t H May 27, 2016 | treasures from the diocese | DID YOU KNOW The pipe organ at St. Aloysius Celebrating the Eucharist Church in Baton Rouge was blessed and dedicated in February 2011. Designed and crafted especial- ly for St. Aloysius Church by the Casavant Freres Organ Company of St. Hyacinthe, Quebec, Canada, the organ is unique in the diocese because it incorporates The Feast of Corpus Christi, which will Threzis, who was then archdeacon at the both old world be celebrated May 29, dates to the Last cathedral of Liege and who became Pope and modern Supper and the first Eucharist. Urban IV. Both clergy members embraced technology. The But not until the 13th century was the idea and the feast was initially cele- instrument has there a distinct feast of the Blessed Sac- brated in the church in 1246, although mechanical key rament, the origins coming from an un- not worldwide. action similar to likely source. Beginning at the age of 16, But, the establishment of Corpus the organs of St. Juliana of Liege (what is modern day Christi did not come without controversy. Bach’s time. Belgium), began having visions of a silver Some monks protested against the devo- There is a direct moon with a portion of it obscured while tion and insisted the sacrifice at the daily mechanical con- kneeling in prayer. Mass was adequate to commemorate the nection – thin St. Juliana, (1193-1252), repeatedly at- love of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. wooden strips tempted to make the vision go away, un- Following the death of St. Juliana in called trackers certain of its meaning. It was not after she 1252, Pope Urban was petitioned to ex- – between the joined the convent that the Lord came to tend the feast through the entire church. pipes and the her to reveal its significance. But it took the Miracle of Orvieto in 1263, keyboard. This It was then the Lord explained to her when blood began seeping through a connection allows the organist to have more control over how the pipes speak. Overall that the moon resembled the cycle of the consecrated host during a Mass being the style of this organ is similar to the dark and rich sonorities associated with 19th cen- church, and the obscured area signified celebrated by a German priest who was tury French organs. The St. Aloysius organ is ideally suited to accompany the congrega- something was incomplete, that being a undergoing his own faith crisis, to make tion, choir and solo vocals. Crafted of mahogany with maple pipe shades, the organ case feast to celebrate the Blessed Sacrament. that a reality. frames the large window above it. Some of the design elements – like the capitals at the The Lord explained to St. Juliana that a Shortly after the miracle, Pope Urban top of the tall pipe towers – reflect the design of the church’s altar and ambo. Photo by Deb- feast needed to be instituted in order that commissioned St. Thomas Aquinas to bie Shelley | The Catholic Commentator Catholic doctrine might receive aid from compose the Proper for the Mass and an this feast at a time when heresies were rife office for the feast day. One year later, in | in the world. The faithful could draw from 1264, through the papal bull Transiturus pictures from the past this source of life new strength and irrev- Pope Urban made the feast universal. erence and sacrilegious behavior toward Originally, Corpus Christi was to be the divine mercy in the Blessed Sacrament celebrated on the Thursday after Trinity might, by adoration, be repaired. Sunday, with indulgences granted to the St. Juliana asked the Lord to be ex- faithful who attended the Mass as well cused from this charge and for 20 years as the office. In 1970 the feast of Corpus the secret remained in her heart. Report- Christi was changed to the Sunday fol- edly, she shed tears of blood over her an- lowing Trinity Sunday in the majority of guish. the world, including the United States. Eventually, she related the story to A procession of the Eucharist usually Bishop Robert de Thorte, bishop of Liege. follows the last Mass of the day, with the He discussed it with Father James de host placed in a monstrance.

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Budget cuts might force scaling back of Be sure to see the Class of 2016 supplement in this issue of The services CCDBR offers Catholic Commetator, or find it at thecatholiccommentator.org. By Richard Meek General (Hospital) and other munity need is getting met we The Catholic Commentator shortages of medical services would be happy to help someone that the community needs were take over that program.” Catholic Charities of the Di- more pressing. And I under- Alternative funding sources ocese of Baton Rouge is bracing stand that.” are also being sought for many for a series of budget cuts, eval- He said the CCDBR board, of the agency’s programs, which Journey of the Heart uating how those reductions which is scheduled to meet at the may reduce the sting of the bud- might affect the services CCDBR end of the month, faces difficult get cuts. Aguillard said staff is One Day Conference offers to more than 16,000 peo- decisions, but tools are in place looking at programs that would JUNE 25, 2016 | 8:00AM - 5:00PM ple annually. to assist in the process. He said lend themselves to grants so that EMBASSY SUITES The financial hits are com- whenever a new program is be- perhaps sources can be identi- BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA ing from a number of funding ing considered board members fied for programs that are get- sources, primarily United Way, and agency officials rely on a de- ting hit the hardest. Register: www.hankies2hope.com according to chief executive of- cision matrix to guide that final Also, identifying alternative Offering comfort and encouragement ficer David Aguillard. He said decision. funding for programs not getting Contact us at: the agency is absorbing a 35-per- “Now, we’re going to use that cut may free up those monies to [email protected] for mothers suffering from cent cut in United Way fund- decision matrix for which ser- be used to help salvage those 225-938-0202 the loss of a child. ing, dropping from $413,000 to vices to scale back on,” Aguillard programs that might be jeopar- $260,000. said. “We’re going to use it in re- dized. He said CCDBR is likely to also verse.” Although United Way is put- Baton Rouge’s only take a financial Programs currently being of- ting a crimp in Catholic Chari- TRUE ITALIAN Deli hit from the fered will be evaluated on four ties’ budget, Aguillard said the For All Events Since 1978 • Parties • Reunions state, as legis- principles: how does it relate to cuts were not a surprise, reveal- • Graduation lators grapple the mission of Catholic Chari- ing his staff has been preparing • Weddings • Vacations with a $600 ties? Is it a core mission or tan- for as much as a 50 percent cut. • Father’s Day million budget gentially related to the mission? “When compared to how Sandwich, meat and shortfall. How effective is CCDBR in offer- (other community agencies that cheese, party trays “We have ing the service and is it an unmet suffered even more drastic cut- always available had challeng- David Aguillard need in the community? backs) did, we didn’t do that Home of the best ing budgets Currently, Catholic Charities bad,” he said. “Sure we would muffolettas in town! in the past, usually because of offers four programs that are have liked to have done better. program growth, complexity unique to the agency: Sanctu- But every agency that had fund- Lasagna To-Go and regulations,” Aguillard said. ary for Life, a home for unwed ing cuts from United Way, they Made Fresh Daily Anthony’s “This year, the challenge is the mothers; Joseph Homes, where all do vitally important work. 5575 Government St., loss of revenue from United Way.” recently-released prisoners are They serve the same clients that just west of Jefferson Hwy. Italian Deli “We will have to scale back offered a place to stay while they we do. Open Mon. - Sat. 9:30 - 6 Phone orders welcome! 225-272-6817 somewhere,” he added. “I think look for employment and re-en- “And United Way did what we will see significant changes ter into society; refugee resettle- they had to do, and we fully sup- in terms of reducing some of the ment and the largest immigrant port the direction they are mov- services that we have offered in legal services department in the ing in to a greater accountability, the past few years. I would say area, which Aguillard said, “is of transparency about the process, nothing is off the table.” growing importance to this com- community input and competi- Aguillard explained where munity.” tion.” the United Way cuts particular- “That’s where our population He expressed gratitude for ly hurt is that some of the past growth comes from,” he added. the continued financial support funding was program specific. “They are helping our economy, from the Diocese of Baton Rouge, He said CCDBR’s mental health providing jobs, have a lot of gifts, saying, “The bishop’s office has services “took a pretty big hit talent and skills to offer. We always been just a rock steady and that has been one of the fast- should be helping them fully in- financial supporter of Catholic est growing and in demand ser- tegrate into our community and Charities. They have always been vices that we have.” welcome them.” as generous as they can possibly He said affordable, accessible According to Aguillard, un- be. mental health services have been met needs will be only one of the “We’re kind of lucky we got difficult to access for low-income many criteria to be used, adding, that. Some of the other agen- Joe Skibinski individuals and families, espe- “I don’t know that you can say cies that were hit by United way Agent cially in light of the state’s trend one is more important than an- don’t’ have that blessing. 1953 Perkins Rd. of cutbacks. CCDBR does not other.” Aguillard said decisions re- Baton Rouge, LA 70808 turn anybody seeking mental “There are some programs garding cutbacks should be fi- Bus: 225-387-0201 health assistance away because that we have had here for over nalized by the end of May, with Toll Free: 888-387-0201 of a lack of ability to pay. decades that over time because those cuts going into effect July [email protected] “United Way was very clear of government cutbacks and 1, allowing the agency 30 days that it wasn’t because what we increasing regulations have be- to notify clients who might have are offering is not quality or not come cumbersome and expen- to find different agencies to have meeting goals but it was just a sive to continue to provide,” he their individual needs met. He shortage of funds,” Aguillard added. “If there is someone else added that in some cases the said. “(United Way) committees in the community who can do July 1 deadline might have to be felt like the closing of (the emer- it better than us and more effi- extended so clients can receive gency room at) Baton Rouge ciently than us, and that com- services without interruption. 4 The Catholic Commentator May 27, 2016 Bishop Muench announces pastoral appointments

Father Joseph Vu Deacon Edwin Martin Ryan Halford

Bishop Robert W. Muench announced Joseph Cathedral. He has served as pa- RIVER CRUISIN’ – Eleven Sisters of St. Joseph recently spent the day on False River, the appointment of Father Joseph Vu as rochial vicar at Christ the King Church hosted by a local businessman. Following a leisurely boat ride on the river, the sis- parochial vicar at Ascension of Our Lord and Catholic Center at LSU. ters enjoyed a lunch at the home of Jeanie and David Bondy. It was special for Church and St. Francis of Assisi Church Deacon Martin will be ordained by some of the sisters as they had spent much of their careers in New Roads teaching in Donaldsonville effective July 1. Bishop Muench on May 28. and working in the hospital. Pictured, from left, are Sister Frances Landry SSJ, Sis- Bishop Muench also announced the Ryan Hallford is scheduled to be or- ter Kathleen Babin SSJ, Sister Evelyn Mee SSJ, Sister Anna Schellhaas SSJ, Sister appointment of Edwin Martin as paro- dained a transitional deacon, also on Johanne Pedersen SSJ, Sister Anne Michelle Ramagos SSJ, Sister Frances “Carol” chial vicar at St. Thomas More Church in May 28. Gonsoulin SSJ, Sister Doris Vigneaux SSJ, Sister Mildred Guillot SSJ, Sister Esther Baton Rouge. Bishop Muench has appointed Hall- Hulin SSJ and Sister Adele Lambert SSJ. Photo courtesy of Theresa Nguyen Father Vu is a 2005 graduate of Bishop ford deacon assistant to Father Jamin Sullivan High School and was ordained David and the parish of St. Margaret by Bishop Muench on May 25, 2013 at St. Queen of Scotland Church in Albany. Advertising is now being accepted for the Governor signs pro-life bills Diocese of Baton Rouge By Richard Meek “Today is a victory for women in Lou- The Catholic Commentator isiana.” Wallace also praised Rep. Katrina As the state legislature winds to a Jackson of Monroe for authoring HB 2016-17 Directory close, pro-life supporters are celebrating 488, which requires those performing The official directory for the Diocese of Baton Rouge Gov. John Bel Edwards’ recent signing of abortions either be a board certified phy- two pieces of legislation. sician or under the direct supervision Don’t miss this op- The governor on May 19 signed into by a board certified physician. Wallace law bills increasing the waiting period commended Jackson for “her work of portunity to have between pre-abortion counseling and the protecting the health and safety of Lou- actual procedure and placing certification isiana women by ensuring that unquali- your message seen requirements on those performing abor- fied physicians are not performing abor- of tions. tions in Louisiana.” by decision makers Both of the bills originated in the In other legislative matters, on May 17 the Diocese in the Diocese of House and the Bioethics Defense Fund Senate by a 35-2 margin approved HB 1081, DIRECTORY provided legal consultation on both. the Unborn Child Protection from Dismem- Baton2015 Rouge– 2016 Baton Rouge. HB 386, authored by Rep. Frank Hoff- berment Act. Authored by Rep. Mike John- mann of West Monroe, increased the cur- son of Bossier City, the act prohibits the rent waiting period from 24 hours to 72 practice of dismemberment abortions. Space and hours between abortion counseling and More commonly known as D&E, the procedure. abortion procedure is a second trimester time “We applaud (Edwards) for signing abortion method where triceps are used to is limited. the Woman’s Enhanced Reflection Act remove the body parts of an unborn child. into law today, and we thank (Hoffman) If approved by Edwards, Louisiana for his leadership on this crucial mea- would become the sixth state to pass such To make space sure,” said Deanna Wallace, legislative legislation. reservations now, call or email director for Louisiana Right to Life. “This “Louisiana should not be a place important bill empowers women consid- where our fellow human beings, no mat- Wanda Koch at 225-387-0983 ering abortion with additional reflec- ter whether they are born or unborn, are tion time before an abortion so they can treated in a manner similar to that of dis- or [email protected] consider their options more effectively. memberment abortions,” said LARTL ex- Since abortion facilities in Louisiana are ecutive director Benjamin Clapper. For additional information on this only in the business of selling abortion, Wallace said the procedure tears apart this reflection period allows for further the unborn child “limb from limb.” directory go to consideration of other choices, including “Before the first trimester ends, the http://thecatholiccommentator.org/ adoption and parenting. In situations unborn child has a beating heart, brain of coercion or violence, HB 386 gives a waves and every organ system in place,” pages/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/ woman more time to reach out for help she added. “Dismemberment abortions 2016-PRINT-RATES.pdf before being forced into an abortion they occur after the baby has reached these do not want. important milestones.” May 27, 2016 The Catholic Commentator 5 Works of Mercy grant helps fund HOPE Ministries food pantry

Sarah K. Anderson, center, speaks with Amanda Williams, right, a vol- unteer at HOPE Ministries Food Pantry, during Anderson’s monthly visit to the pantry, which services families in the 70805 zip code. Also Bishop Robert W. Muench presented six agencies with checks awarded through the Bishop Stanley Joseph assisting Anderson is Evelyn Johnson. Ott Works of Mercy Trust Fund. From left, LaShawn Robertson, Baton Rouge Youth Coalition; Randy Nichols, Capital Area Alliance for the Homeless; Barbara Auten, Alzheimer’s Services of the Capital Area; Bishop only increase its food supply but are able to provide,” Rogers said. Muench; Pat Shingleton, Pat’s Coats for Kids; Martha Wilson, Livingston Youth and Family Counseling and provide healthier options for the “We’re all starting to think dif- Kelli Rogers, HOPE Ministries. Photos by Richard Meek | The Catholic Commentator clients. ferently beyond feeding the hun- She said plans call for the gry but also helping people to By Richard Meek existing non profits in 2003, “We provide more dignity planting of a garden that will achieve better health and quali- The Catholic Commentator was one of six recipients award- for them to be able to select the include vegetables and fruits ty of life based on what they are ed the Bishop Stanley Joseph things they need for their family on the three-acre site where eating and what food they have Sarah K. Anderson took her Ott Works of Mercy Trust Fund based on nutritional needs and HOPE is located in north Baton access to.” time perusing the grocery-style grants. The pantry received a preferences,” she added. “Also it Rouge. A summer intern funded For Anderson, the pantry is shelves, perhaps internally mull- $5,000 grant. reduces waste. They will pass by through a Exxon-Mobile grant more than a monthly supplement ing over recipes. Even while de- “We applaud the efforts of things they don’t need and that will be responsible for develop- to help feed her family. She also ciding on everything from car- HOPE Ministries to help some reduces food waste a great deal.” ing a community-based volun- views it as a spiritual blessing. rots to rice and peas, Anderson’s of the most needy members of The program is simple, Rog- teer program to maintain the “You should be grateful for infectious smile was in contrast our community,” said Eric Guer- ers says. Clients’ eligibility is garden. what you got and thank the Lord to gathering clouds outside an- in, CFRE, associate director of based on federal poverty guide- Rogers said the Works of for what you have,” she said. “If nouncing a late spring storm. stewardship for the Diocese of lines and most are eligible for Mercy grant will help develop you don’t have something, the But this was no ordinary trip Baton Rouge. “Their food pan- food stamps. the garden and other new possi- Lord will provide, and this is one to the grocery store. Anderson try is a wonderful example of an Clients must bring a photo ID bilities, including possibly open- way the Lord is providing.” was making her monthly visit organization fulfilling a need to and proof of residence that they ing up the pantry during evening Also receiving grants were to HOPE’s Client Choice Food feed the poor. live in the 70805 zip code. Vol- hours once a month because the Alzheimer’s Services of the Pantry, which provides food “The work that they do and unteers will also ask for a budget many of the working poor can- Capital Area, Baton Rouge Youth assistance to some of the most the assistance they provide in slip, although it is not required. not get there during the day. Coalition, Capital Area Alliance impoverished families and in- one of the most impoverished Volunteers help clients shop, “Our efforts are focused on for the Homeless, Livingston dividuals in Baton Rouge. As areas of our community fits in as well as pointing out quanti- trying to change the quantity Youth and Family Counseling someone who is raising her two with the mission and the intent ties allowed of each commodity and the quality of the food we and Pat’s Coats for Kids. grandsons, ages 8 and 10, by of the Works of Mercy. We hope based on family size and need. herself, the pantry has become the grant will help them further Volunteers also assist clients a blessing not only for Anderson facilitate their mission.” who might be elderly or disabled. but for many of the families who The pantry, which serves any- Along with the standard food live in the 70805 zip code, where where from 12,000 to 15,000 commodities, the pantry will it is estimated some 35 percent people annually, is unique in that offer several items not available of the population live below the is only one of two of the estimat- through food stamps, such as di- MEDITERRANEAN federal threshold poverty level. ed 131 food pantries in the Baton apers and other necessities 10 DAY CRUISE FROM BARCELONA “The pantry helps me out a Rouge area that is designed more For Tawanda Roach, who INTERIOR ROOMS FROM lot,” said Anderson, who has like a corner grocery store than a lives with her 67-year-old moth- spent her entire life living in the standard distribution site. Rath- er, the pantry is critical to their zip code. “This is a big deal to er than receiving a pre-packed monthly food planning. $849 me.” box of food, the clients, who are “In our area, if you don’t have CARIBBEAN The pantry is operated by allocated monthly visits to the transportation you can’t always 7 DAY CRUISE FROM NEW ORLEANS HOPE Ministries, a Baton Rouge pantry, are able to shop for what get back and forth to the grocery BALCONY ROOMS FROM charitable organization that op- they need and will use. store,” she said. “It would be very erates the pantry as well as The “One of the things we really difficult without the pantry.” Way to Work, a client-centered try to do with our clients is of- Rogers said the pantry re- $599 program providing a structured fer them a dignified experience,” ceives nearly three-quarters of Specializing in: Escorted Group Travel Tootie Bonacorso environment to help partici- said Kelli Rogers, chief opera- its food from the Baton Rouge Religious Travel Senior Vacation Consultant pants achieve and maintain em- tions officer of HOPE Ministries Food Bank and another 25 per- Senior Travel Luxury River Cruises (225) 236-1388 ployment, housing, financial and and who has also served as a cent from food drives from vari- Major Cruise Lines [email protected] family stability. volunteer as well as director of ous organizations and churches. 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I am curious as to the church’s and needed dialysis for (I would not be able to There are some conditions that must definition of suicide and how it a short period of time to return to my hometown be fulfilled, including: there is no previ- Qmay apply to my situation. I am transition back to relative because everyone there ous marriage by either party that needs an 85-year-old male Catholic, and I have health, that would be a thinks that I am married to be annulled; the consent of the parties been diagnosed with third-stage kidney different matter. (You will and would not accept me to the marriage still exists, along with the disease. When the disease progresses to probably feel more com- back as a single woman.) I essential requirements for a valid mar- the point of requiring dialysis, I do not fortable, though, speaking still love my husband but riage: the intent of monogamy, fidelity, want to undergo that treatment. with a local priest and cannot continue living in permanence and openness to children; I would rather die naturally – at home getting this same assur- sin. Please help me be- and, the Catholic party intends to remain or in hospice – and I have on file a med- ance in person.) cause I do not want to do a Catholic and to do all that he or she can ical directive that says so. (My sister-in- anything that is against to see that any children of the marriage law – also a practicing Catholic – began I was married God’s will. (Mpumalanga are baptized and brought up as Catholics. dialysis, but the treatment was so painful to my husband Province, South Africa) There is also a provision that “for a and life-changing that she suspended it Qin a traditional grave cause” the non-Catholic partner and chose to die at home.) (Baltimore) (tribal) ceremony. He is Question Corner Fortunately there need not even be informed of the church’s not a Catholic but has al- is a ready-made decision. (For example, if the non-Catho- The Catholic Church does not lowed me to practice my Father Kenneth Doyle Asolution, already lic were likely to have an extremely nega- require a patient to undergo every Catholic faith. All of our provided for in the tive reaction to the sanation process.) In Amedical procedure imaginable just children have been baptized in the Cath- church’s Code of Canon Law (Nos. 1161- your situation, you would best be advised to stay alive, particularly if that treatment olic faith, and two years ago my husband 65). The technical name for the process to consult with your local diocese. If your might be excessively burdensome. It and I went through the Catholic course is “radical sanation” (which means circumstances qualify you and the decree depends on someone’s medical condition, of marriage preparation with the plan of “healing in the root”), and it can be of sanation were to be granted, you would the treatment itself and the prognosis. marrying in the Catholic Church. But we applied when the non-Catholic party is be able to receive the Eucharist. In your case, dialysis would be con- never went through with that ceremony unwilling to have the marriage “blessed” sidered an “extraordinary means” and because my husband feels strongly that in a Catholic ceremony. FATHER DOYLE is chancellor for public would not be required. It would only the ancestral wedding ceremony was It involves a retroactive validation, information and a pastor in the Diocese prolong your life for a short period, and sufficient. i.e., a decree by the diocesan bishop that of Albany, New York. Questions may be the risks might well exceed the benefits. I suffer greatly because I cannot the church accepts the original consent sent to Father Kenneth Doyle at askfat If, on the other hand, a teenager with a receive holy Communion. I would even as valid, without having to go through a [email protected] and 40 Hopewell kidney condition were in an auto accident like to leave my husband because of this. new marriage ceremony. St. Albany, NY 12208.

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The bells peeled during the noon hour at Our Lady of Mercy Church in ✔ Baton Rouge on Oct. 31. As the Knights Ascension Books & Gifts, Gonzales Baton Rouge of Columbus color guard proceeded in, the crowd’s reverent excitement silently spoke two words: She’s here! ✔ ✔ St. Maria Goretti, whose body/major Baton Rouge General Hospital, Our Lady of the Lake Regional relics were released from the Vatican to the United States for a tour, was placed by the Knights in front of the altar, where issue! people reportedly stopped by through- Baton Rouge Medical Center, Baton Rouge and out the night to peer in, kneel, bow, shed tears or kiss her prayer card in their hand before placing it on the glass-sided casket which holds a wax statue containing her ✔ Photo by Debbie Shel- Baton Rouge Healthcare, Baker Walker skeletal remains. Clergy opened this oc- casion by saying, “A saint is in the house.” Have The Catholic Before the veneration began, Father Thousands of people venerated St. Maria Goretti at Our Lady of Mercy Church in Baton Rouge, Oct. 31 – Nov. 1. Carlos Martins CC, director of Trea- ley | The Catholic Commentator ✔ ✔ SEE GORETTI PAGE 19 Benedetto’s Market, Addis Our Lady of the Lake Physician St. Elizabeth sisters use eggshells to ✔ hatch fund-raising idea Commentator Bohning Supermarket, Ponchatoula Group, offices with locations make confetti eggs year-round for the St. By Debbie Shelley Elizabeth Church Harvest Festival in the fall ✔ The Catholic Commentator and St. Elizabeth School Fair in the spring. Calandro’s Supermarkets, throughout the Diocese The Landry sisters, all widows, are three mailed directly to your The eggshells given to sisters Lucy Mae of seven siblings, five girls and two boys. “Lou” Landry Alleman, Mary Landry and The two brothers passed away, leaving five ✔ Polly Landry Johnson of Paincourtville held sisters. Baton Rouge Reeve’s Supermarket, Baton Rouge stories as well as yoke that were poured out “It was a large family. All of us went to before they were given away. Some eggs were Catholic schools,” said Mary Landry. Be- used in cakes and other goodies to celebrate cause of the expense, the siblings attend- mailbox for a little ed elementary and high school in public ✔ ✔ birthday parties, family gatherings, wel- Catholic Art and Gifts, Baton Rouge St. Elizabeth Hospital, Gonzales coming a new neighbor or wishing someone schools. When they were old enough to at- “good luck” in their new journey in life. Oth- tend St. Elizabeth, they went there. Their ers were used to comfort and console people original family home, which is also on the suffering a trial – such as the deaths of loved same block as St. Elizabeth School, has ✔ Daigle’s Supermarket, White Castle ✔ St. Mary’s Books & Gifts, ones. Others were simply scrambled, fried stayed in the family. The family, though more than $1 a month. MILESTONE ANNIVERSARY – St. Elizabeth Church in Paincourtville is or poached for breakfast. large, was tight-knit. celebrating its 175th anniversary during the 4 p.m. Mass on Saturday, Whatever their former use, the Landry “It was a very chaste house, my mother Nov. 14. One of the many beautiful features of the church is the altar, sisters fill the shells with confetti to provide never said a curse word,” said Mary Landry. ✔ “We had spats, like siblings do, but we had Grace Healthcare, Slaughter Baton Rouge fun and support for the church and school above, which was built in Italy, shipped and erected by Italian artisans SEE EGGSHELLS PAGE 8 in 1953, shortly before the retirement ofPhoto Father by Rachele John Smith Mergue. | The Catholic See Com- the community they grew up in, live on the same story and more photos on pages 10-11. block as and love. They collect eggshells and mentator ✔ Hi Nabor Supermarkets, Baton Rouge ✔ St. Vincent dePaul Stores throughout Send a $14 check or money order with your name and mailing address to ✔ Hubbins Grocery, Port Allen the diocese The Catholic Commentator, P.O. Box 3316, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-3316 ✔ Lane Regional Hospital, Zachary ✔ Schexnayer Supermarket, Vacherie or call 225-387-0983 to pay by credit card. ✔ LeBlanc’s Food Stores, Baton Rouge, ✔ Southside Produce, Baton Rouge ✔ Name Gonzales, Donaldsonville, Hammond, Tony’s Seafood, Baton Rouge Plaquemine, Prairieville and Zachary ✔ UPS Store, Coursey Blvd., Baton ______✔ Louisiana Vet Home, Jackson Rouge ✔ Matherne’s Supermarkets, ✔ Whole Foods Market, Baton Rouge Address Baton Rouge ✔ Winn Dixie in Hammond, New Roads ✔ Magnuson Hotel, St. Francisville and Ponchatoula ______✔ North Ridgely Healthcare, Baker City State Zip+4 as well as your local church parish ______THE CATHOLIC Phone (for use only if clarification is needed)

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Dylan Cuddy takes a moment to reflect outside the Holy Door of Mercy at St. Michael Church in Convent. Cuddy, a native of Med- way, Massachusetts, is traveling across the country on foot in the name of Divine Mercy. Drawing his inspiration from Ernie Andrus, a 92-year-old WWII veteran cur- rently running coast to coast to return his former ship to Nor- RESTHAVEN mandy, Cuddy is following a GARDENS OF MEMORY & FUNERAL HOME southern route and was in the Baton Rouge area recently. Trav- ® eling with a jogging stroller to We make it personal. help ease the weight of his back- for a better farewell pack and other items, he hopes to be in Los Angeles by the fall. 11817 Jefferson Highway 225-753-1440 Photo by Rachele Smith | The Catholic Com- www.resthavenbatonrouge.com mentator traveler  oldest, and the one in Los Ange- always a greater good from that 2x2” Rest.small.wmip.cc’16 From page 1 les (where his journey will end) to be fulfilled down the line,” Diocese of Baton Rouge is one of the newest. So, I’m go- said Cuddy. Catholic Schools Office walking the railroad tracks ing from the oldest to the new- For example, he explained across America,” he said. est,” he said. how even when he approached Position Opening As he grew, the dream contin- Along the way, Cuddy is re- Baton Rouge, he was worried Director of Special Education ued even though he kept it secret. ceiving and giving God’s mercy. that he couldn’t find a safe place The Diocese of Baton Rouge supports educational programs in Then the unthinkable happened. “When I was in Jacksonville, I to stay. As he called various plac- eight civil parishes. As a district, schools are nationally accredited Within a year, both of his par- met Zach, Suzie and Scott. They es, he decided to camp outside by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (Advanc- ents died and once he graduated were homeless, and we were just the city, only to experience what Ed). Since 1962, the Diocese of Baton Rouge has served families from high school, it looked like giving each other things that we he called a “great work of mercy” through the Special Education Department, which has expanded his desire to travel would never needed,” he said, noting how he the next day when someone he programming across the diocese to provide specific classes for come true as his life took on the even received advice in return. had never met personally offered autism and intellectual/other exceptionalities as well as resource normal trappings of adulthood, “They told me not to go to to pay for him to stay the night in and dyslexia lab services. such as working full-time and downtown Jacksonville because a local hotel. The Director of Special Education is responsible for leadership paying bills. it was dangerous (for a homeless “It’s not about everything in all aspects of service provided by the department. The Director For several years, Cuddy even person) there,” he said. working out perfectly and having works with families, teachers, staff, host school personnel, lost his faith, opting instead to Yet, the next day Cuddy need- all of the answers. Sometimes, community stakeholders, and the Catholic Schools Office in turn his back on God. But deep ed to go there so he could walk trust is a leap of faith,” he said. administration of the program. Various specific responsibilities inside, he knew things were sup- through the Holy Door at a mi- Jennifer Giambrone, a pa- include the areas of personnel hiring and development, office posed to be different, and with nor basilica. As the sun began rishioner at St. Anne Church in management, communication with stakeholders, advancement the encouragement of a family to set, he was hoping to find his Napoleonville, understands the initiatives, curriculum and program implementation, financial friend, Cuddy returned to the way back to the beach area when idea of trust. Giambrone and budgeting and reporting, and all aspects of enrollment and church Divine Mercy Sunday. he crossed paths with another her husband met Cuddy when he student services. The Special Education Director leads within the Since that day last year, every- homeless person. At first Cuddy was traveling through the area vision of thing has changed. was unsure, but he discovered he on his way to Baton Rouge. After Evangelizing Hearts, Educating Minds, Encouraging Talent, “In my prayers, one thing that was in a position to help others. talking with him, the couple was and Embracing the Future! kept coming up was mercy, just Making his way to the park so taken by his story that they Applicants must meet the following criteria: this idea of mercy. Then when I where many homeless people in did something completely out • Support of Catholic Educational Ministry (Required) found out Dec. 8 started the Year the area were staying, Cuddy be- of character: they invited him to • Practicing Catholic (Required) of Mercy, I just knew I was going gan to offer what little he had to stay the night at their house. • Master’s Degree, Preferably in Special Education (Required) to do this in the year of God’s those in need. “There was just a trust with • Minimum of Five Years of Experience in Special Education mercy,” said Cuddy. At first, they were confused him. I thought certainly if this (Preferred) Starting in Jacksonville at and didn’t understand why Cud- person is traveling and going • Demonstrated Leadership Skills (Required) an Amtrak station in the early dy would give everything he had through the Holy Doors from Availability on or before July 1, 2016 morning hours of Feb. 18, Cuddy to them. Then one man spoke up. Florida to here, surely God has Submit letter of interest, resume with references, and copies of has traveled through such cities “He said, ‘I know what he is his hand on him,” said Jennifer transcripts to Special Education Department as Tallahassee, Pensacola, Mo- doing. He is suffering so we don’t “Jo” Giambrone. Director Search bile, New Orleans, Thibodaux have to,’ ” said Cuddy, who noted “I think people are always Catholic Schools Office and Baton Rouge. He plans to the reference to Christ was “just looking for an opportunity to P.O. Box 2028 continue his journey through amazing.” serve God, and to me in a way, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-2028 Texas, New Mexico and Arizona “Ever since then I haven’t been this was like God was showing ApplicAtions considered Upon receipt and hopes to end in California by afraid to talk to people or to reach up. It is still just unexplainable, The schools of the Diocese of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, admit students of any race, color, late summer or early fall. out,” he added, confirming the I knew right away that it was national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally “In researching cathedrals deep trust he has now in God. okay,” she added. accorded or made available to students at its schools. They do not discriminate on with Holy Doors, I learned that “There are challenges. Yes, To follow Cuddy’s Divine the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other the Cathedral Basilica of St. Au- sometimes I won’t have enough Mercy journey online, go to his school administered programs. gustine (in Florida) is one of the food or a place to stay, but there’s blog at mercyrun.com. 8 The Catholic Commentator May 27, 2016

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John Bel Edwards’ Newman, a resident of Lake to significant abuses of women Walk-in Showers Aging-In-Place Consultant Walk-in Tubs desk, establishes legal param- Charles and mother of two young and children. She said the fertil- eters for surrogacy, including children, expressed frustration ity industry, which Newman said the enforcement of contracts with the legislative process. She would blossom in Louisiana if between parties, prohibits said she believes legislators were Edwards signs the bill into law, compensation to the surrogate not adequately educated on the relies on the deconstruction of mother, mandates a variety of numerous risks surrogacy pres- both the meaning and language medical testing, counseling and ents and that they placed loyalty of motherhood and fatherhood to background checks and defines to fellow lawmakers who sup- produce the products and cultur- “intended parents” as a man and ported the bill above what she al transformation that make it a Do you need a job? a woman. perceives as the best interests multi-billion dollar enterprise. Pro-life supporters have ex- of the surrogate mother and un- Bergeron, who organizes the We can help you: pressed concern regarding the born child. annual 40 Days for Life cam- • Identify your strengths and talents. objectification of women, poten- “It’s hard for me to get a clear paign in the fall, said the bill re- • Develop interview skills. tial for a greater number of abor- picture of what (legislators) places abortion with “Selective • Improve your communication, reading, writing, and math skills. tions, health risks for surrogate know about surrogacy,” she said. fetal reduction” and the surrogate • Develop computer skills. mothers and their unborn chil- “Everything was just so rushed. mother as a “gestational carrier.” • Obtain first workday items such as tools, shoes, and uniforms. dren and the moral and spiritual Maybe only getting to talk to a “Motherhood will be severed • Complete and submit resumes and online job applications. ramifications. legislator for only five minutes by a contract before the woman To sign up for training, become a volunteer trainer, or learn The LGBT community has before going into (a meeting), is even pregnant,” she said. expressed opposition over the I could not compete. It was ex- Newman agreed with more information about this exciting program through the language defining the intended tremely frustrating.” Bergeron, saying the fertility in- Employment Services Program offered by Catholic Charities parents, which would deny same- Danielle Van Haute, respect dustry views a child as a product. of the Diocese of Baton Rouge, sex couples from using surrogacy. life coordinator for the Diocese In her work, she has witnessed call Kim at (225) 336-8700, ext. 364. Similar legislation has on of Baton Rouge, also expressed intended parents asking for re- two previous occasions passed her disappointment. She said funds for a baby or wanting to The Employment Services Program for the Catholic Charities of the through both houses with little the negative effects of surrogacy sue a fertility clinic or surrogate Diocese of Baton Rouge serves the following parishes: East Baton opposition, as happened this are far reaching and is why the mother because a genetic dis- Rouge, West Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberville, Livingston, year, but were ultimately vetoed Catholic Church speaks out so ease was passed along with the Point Coupée, Tangipahoa, or Washington Parish. by then-Gov. Bobby Jindal. strongly against in vitro fertil- child that they were not made “I think this bill is totally de- ization and other forms of arti- aware of. This project is provided with support from the Walmart monic,” said Alana Newman, ficial reproductive technologies. “Perhaps most shocking in a Foundation and Louisiana Public Broadcasting. director of the Coalition Against “Some of the ramifications state perceived to be strongly pro life is the fact that many more unborn children will die as a re- sult of these contracts than will be created and live a full life,” Hospice is About Living Bergeron said. “When the implant process • We rely upon the intercession of our Blessed Mother to assist us in imitating the healing ministry of Jesus is successful and more than the Christ as we care for terminally ill patients and their families. desired number of babies devel- •We call forth the compassion and kindness of our staff, who serve in this health care ministry, to respond to op, one or more may be reduced the physical, spiritual and emotional needs of our patients and their families. or aborted (at 9-12 weeks),” Bergeron said. “Fertility doctors •We believe in the sacredness of life from conception to natural death, and we devote ourselves to in concert with the parents de- supporting patients and families through the dying process at the end of life’s journey on this earth and cide which ones will be selected new life in eternity. for abortion.” Existing state law allows for surrogacy but the contracts have not been enforceable, which made it risky. Newman said the new law is “planting bad seeds,” inviting the fertility industry, The right people, which will see potentially high doing the right thing earnings off of surrogacy, into for the right reason. SERVING PEOPLE OF ALL FAITHS Louisiana. Although by law the surrogate mother is banned from www.NotreDameHospice-NO.org • (225) 243-7358 being compensated, the industry Notre Dame Hospice does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, disability or age in admission, treatment, ability to pay, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. is lucrative for brokers, attorneys and fertility clinics. May 27, 2016 The Catholic Commentator 9 St. Patrick youth honored as Louisiana Hero

By Debbie Shelley nized by the Knights of Columbus as the The Catholic Commentator female recipient of the Knights of Colum- bus Youth Leadership Award. She and “This is our miracle baby,” said Father Jarge Getz, the male recipient of the KC Than Vu, former vicar general of the Dio- Youth Leadership Award, also received cese of Baton Rouge who died in January the Sterling Reine Award, given to a ju- 2015 and was then pastor of St. Patrick nior or senior male and female who exem- Church in Baton Rouge, when he held up plify service. Katie LeBlanc as a newborn welcoming In receiving her Young Heroes Award her in 1997 into the church after coming at a banquet at the Renaissance Hotel home from the first of many hospital stays on April 27, Katie said she would like the and surgeries. award to remind others that people with Katie was born with spina bifida, a dis- disabilities are just like them. ease that this determined, faithful young “We live normal lives like everyone else. woman lives with, not under. She was We just do things differently,” said LeBlanc. recognized as one of the 2016 Louisiana She plans to use her life experiences to Young Heroes. Young Heroes of Louisiana help children. She hopes to attend South- is sponsored by Louisiana Public Broad- eastern Louisiana University and become casting and the Rotary Club of Baton a child life specialist, working with chil- Rouge. dren in the hospital and helping them Katie’s life is one of spreading joy and understand their illness. When Our Lady encouraging others to have faith. Her of the Lake Regional Hospital held its mother, Nancy LeBlanc, remembers feel- groundbreaking for a children’s hospital ing the strain when her daughter faced Tennis is one of Katie LeBlanc’s favorite activities. Photo provided by Nancy LeBlanc in February, she was digging dirt. her 10th surgery at two years old. Nancy What other things would this accom- LeBlanc prayed with the surgeon and held LeBlanc. There are many ways in which Katie plished youth like to do? her rosary. Now Katie smiles about her dad’s serves St. Patrick. Last year, she helped “I’d like to drive,” said Katie. The cost When she was notified her daughter whimsical ways. teach the third-grade PSR classes, and of a vehicle, driver training and modifica- was in surgery, she was filled with peace. The young hero has inspired other this year she will help teach fifth grade. tion equipment she needs is daunting, but “God told me, ‘She’s not in your hands, disabled youth through her dancing. She She also helps with the Advent giving tree. her twinkling eyes and confident smile she’s not in the surgeon’s hands, she’s al- and her mother bring the piece of cheese For her efforts, LeBlanc was recog- shows she will do that. ways been in my hands,’ ” said Nancy LeB- prop that Katie rode in for her part as the lanc. mouse each year for the Inner-City Nut- She is not surprised Katie is thriving cracker. Remembering seeing Katie in the because she was born a cheerful survivor. production, a disabled girl announced, “I “She came out of the womb a happy want to ride in the cheese too!” SENIOR WORKSHOP person,” said Nancy LeBlanc. “She’s al- Katie is also a para-triathlete. She ways trying to cheer up everyone else. went through some grueling practices in Age With A Life Care Plan When she was a child in a stroller before the summer heat, riding an adapted bike, she was in a wheelchair, if she saw some- swimming and wheeling her wheelchair. Do you know how to protect your home, income & one was sad she would wave to them and She was also invited to compete in the savings from the government? shout ‘Hey.’ She made them smile, not International Cajun Classic wheelchair because they knew she was disabled, but tennis tournament, but the event was Do you know how to avoid probate? because of her persistence.” postponed because of rain. Katie did not The teachers at Tara High School, participate on the rescheduled date be- Do you know how to protect your home, income & where Katie graduated from on May 18, cause she helped with the St. Patrick’s savings even after you’re in a nursing home? talked about how much brighter their day Easter egg hunt (in which her dad is the was after talking with Katie. Easter bunny), demonstrating faith is her Do you know why a revocable living trust is a Medicaid “You just have to live life as it comes,” priority. disaster? said Katie. Signaling her interest in church minis- Her active life demonstrates that any- try at a young age, Katie approached the Discover a veteran’s benefit that may provide up to thing can be done, you may just have to music coordinator about joining the chil- $2,120.00 per month TAX FREE. modify. dren’s choir, but she was too young. How- She started dancing with BREC at four ever, she was given a conductor’s baton so TUESDAY, JUNE 7, 2016 years old. And later she performed as a she could help “direct” from the congre- mouse in the Inner-City Nutcracker, a gation. AT 11:30AM, 4:00PM & 6:30PM production featuring children with dis- She also was the first disabled altar abilities as well as children from the in- server at St. Patrick. Wyndham Garden Hotel ner city and underserved youth. She did Father Jerry Martin, then pastor of St. 5600 Bluebonnet Blvd. such a good job she performed in the Mid- Patrick, said a ramp had been built for Baton Rouge, LA 70809 Free City Dance Project year-round. She went the altar in the 1980’s for Glenn Gaudet, Call to reserve your spot on to other dance projects and currently a lector who had been disabled in a car Workshop portrays the Snow Fairy in the Tri-Parish accident. Katie approached Father Martin (225) 769-4200769 4200 Ballet’s Nutcracker. and asked to become an altar server. With Refreshments It is during the Tri-Parish Nutcracker his blessing she was trained, with proce- Provided that Katie also dances with her father, dural adaptions, by Renee Lindsey. ELDER LAW PRACTICE John, who portrays Mother Ginger, with “She is an example of the entire com- A brand new, free information workshop hosted by Peter J. Losavio, Jr., a mustache. munity working together so that the litur- the only Louisiana attorney that is a Certified Elder Law Attorney “It’s not unusual to have a Mother Gin- gy is what is should be,” said Father Mar- ger with a mustache but I think the first tin, noting Katie is a focused, faithful and through the National Elder Law Foundation accredited by the year Katie was embarrassed,” said Nancy determined young lady. American Bar Association, and Kent DeJean, Attorney at Law. 10 The Catholic Commentator | May 27, 2016 May 27, 2016 | The Catholic Commentator 11

“We are just in awe of the final product. The architects (of GraceHebert Architects) really took ownership of the project. They cared a lot about the building and what the final product would look like. That made a difference.” Deacon James Morrissey Overseer of the project The new St. Jude community center includes several conference/meet- Church officials said the meeting rooms are ideal for use by the various “We have satisfied all of the needs of the ministries,” said Deacon James One of the more intriguing quirks in what is a stunningly beautiful and ing rooms with flat screen televisions available. parish ministries, as well as other groups. Morrissey. “They were impressed with the plans.” modern design is a funky and open meeting area which is near the lob- by. The room has already been used for a variety of functions. steppingo int the future Community center adds pizzazz to St. Jude

By Richard Meek what the final product would look like. That The Catholic Commentator made a difference.” Deacon Morrissey said the building rom the stunning renovation of also has rooms for prayerful reflection, an existing church to a sparkling which will assist with the parish’s various Fnew multi-faceted building, St. ministries. He said the architects met with Jude Church is creating an oasis of seren- ministries for their input, and early returns ity on the outskirts of one of Baton Rouge’s show the building has struck the right troubled areas. chord. The transformation began within the past “We have satisfied all of the needs of the three years when a complete renovation of ministries,” Deacon Morrissey said. “They the church was completed. Discussions had were impressed with the plans.” centered on renovating the existing struc- The building is free of charge for use by ture or building a new church with a much the ministries and other parish functions, The exterior of the building, higher price tag. but Deacon Morrissey is also encouraging above, blends in nicely with the Renovation seemed to be more fiscally others to get involved in using the facility at rest of the church and school. prudent and the result is a stunning church a nominal fee. He would like it to become The green space, left, borders that has preserved its history and been en- a gathering place where perhaps meetings on the community center and hanced by a touch of the contemporary. can be held to address concerns regarding the church and is near the el- Earlier this year, a new $6 million, the nearby Gardere area, which has been ementary school. Future plans 12,500-square foot community center plagued by an uptick in crime in recent call for a parish hall to be built, opened adjacent to the church, creating years. which will share a lobby with more of a campus-like feel to the parish Other events can also be booked, pending the new community center and grounds. The two-story building boasts 13 approval of church officials. also border the green space, offices, a nursery, multiple meeting rooms, “We want to reach out to the people,” Dea- creating a serene campus in an an open causal area, a cozy kitchen area con Morrissey said. urban area. An inviting area for employees to dine is one of the for staff, a larger kitchen to accommodate He added that the final price came in many features of the new community center at St. smaller gatherings, prayer space, a media close to the original estimate, although Keith Deacon Morrissey said the parish devel- completed, the buildings will frame the in- Jude Church in Baton Rouge. The 12,500-square foot room that pastor Father Trey Nelson will Gaspard, who was on the construction team oped a multi-phase master plan in 2011, ner green space, creating a unique sense of building was opened earlier this year. Photos by Richard use to host his upcoming podcasts, modern (with Percy J. Matherne Contractor) and has with the first phase being renovation of the peacefulness in a busy urban area. Meek | The Catholic Commentator televisions complete with HDMI accessibil- now been hired by St. Jude to oversee the church, which was completed in 2014. Phase Deacon Morrissey said construction for ity and even a green space out back. facility, said a few planned amenities had to 2 included the new building and Phrase 3 the parish hall is likely still a few years away, “We are just in awe of the final product,” be trimmed, perhaps the most notable being calls for a new parish hall that will be de- depending on funding. For now, parishio- said Deacon James Morrissey, who oversaw no granite counter tops in the kitchen. He signed to host larger events, such as wedding ners and staff are taking pride in the latest the project. “The architects (of GraceHebert quickly added that the cuts were minimal receptions. addition to their burgeoning campus. Architects) really took ownership of the proj- and certainly did not detract from the fin- The plan is for the community center “It’s truly a prayerful place to be,” Deacon ect. They cared a lot about the building and ished product. and new parish hall to share a lobby. When Morrissey said. 12 The Catholic Commentator May 27, 2016 Students leaving their artistic footprints at Redemptorist St. Gerard

By Debbie Shelley She also made a seahorse out The Catholic Commentator of Play-Doh. “I love water so I wanted an Footprints stamped on paper animal that would be in water. I that were decorated until they chose the color blue because it is turned into much more were the color of the ocean,” she said. among the creative snapshots Parker said she loves arts and taken by students of time march- crafts because her mother and ing through the seasons of the father are artists. She enjoys the calendar and faith at a Redemp- creative process, such as making torist St. Gerard Elementary art things for her doll. show May 4. “I realize that if you like to “The students were really ex- make art, after you start doing it, cited about showing their work. it’s even more funner than when They are really proud of what you started,” she said. they have done,” said art teacher Fourth-grader La’Darious Cindy Rivet, who organized the Kilbourne believes getting the showcase of artwork students details right is important to cre- in grades kindergarten through ating a quality piece of art. For fourth-grade created through- one piece featuring triangular out the school year. “They did shapes, Rivet helped him put something for each season, and masking tape down on paper there are lots of religious themed Students and parents view the artwork created throughout the year by kindergarten though fourth-grade and he painted between the lines items, such as the manger scene, students at Redemptorist St. Gerard Elementary. Photo by Debbie Shelley | The Catholic Commentator in colors of yellow, green, brown the cross at Easter.” and blue. Rivet watched the progres- from their first timid attempts to “When they first started, they series, when he created a draw- “I think he did an awesome sion of many of the students becoming blossoming artists. might mix the colors together. ing featuring the chaacter during job,” said his mother, Lakisha And I will say, ‘Let’s try another a “free time” period in art. Goku Kilbourne. “I’m very proud of Diocese of Baton Rouge way. Let this dry and we will do is courageous and naïve, but him. I knew he was talented, but Catholic Schools Office this again.’ Their creativity im- he grows up to become Earth’s I didn’t know he was that neat.” proved,” she said. greatest defender. Watch out if LaDarious’ favorite piece was Position Opening for “I got to use all the colors of he gets mad. a summer scene, which allowed Department Secretary paint. Everything in here I like,” “He fights against evil, he zaps his mind to drift to the outdoors The Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Schools Office supports educational exclaimed kindergartner Ama- them,” said George with ninja- and get his mind off his studies. programs across eight civil parishes. As a district, schools are nationally rya Davis as she was looking like moves. An action movie fan, “I liked making the flowers,” accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (Advanc-Ed). through her portfolio of artwork George said his mother taught he said. All staff members in the Catholic Schools Office work as a team to support she would be taking home. She him how to draw Among the Catholic education throughout the Diocese of Baton Rouge. The Department Secretary for the Catholic Schools Office has various duties showed a patriotic work of art when he was two. “I thought what most loyal art col- that include tasks related to communication with stakeholders, maintenance she made from handprints when Art became a lectors at the show of electronic and paper documents, creation of database spreadsheets, the students made such items time of meditating it was like to were the artists’ coordination of special events, and various other tasks related to the smooth to give to veterans at a Veterans on the life of Jesus family members. operation of the office. The work schedule is generally Monday through Friday, Day breakfast. Her artwork also for some students. build a house Patri Bell said 8:30 am to 4:30 pm at the Catholic Life Center in Baton Rouge. included a Christmas tree, St. “I thought what her grandson, The Catholic School Office seeks talented and energetic individuals with Nicholas, flowerpots for spring it was like to build when Jesus was fourth-grade stu- communication skills, ability to collaborate as part of a team, capacity to and carrots (“Rabbits Like Car- a house when Je- dent Alexander, be flexible and responsive to change, commitment to quality results, and rots for Easter”) and corn on the sus was born,” said “used such vivid willingness to support the vision of Evangelizing Hearts, Educating Minds, born. I did the Encouraging Talent, and Embracing the Future. cob for fall. Taveon Poche, colors” in a paint- Education and ExpEriEncE rEquirEmEnts Her mother, Shawn Davis, third grader. “I did best I could to ing featuring pol- – High School graduate with a minimum of three years’ position-related who was among the many par- the best I could to ka dots. “Look how experience; business school or some college preferred. ents who came to see the chil- make it nice for make it nice for the red looks like it – Understanding of organizational structure for Catholic Church and dren’s work, said, “She’s very ar- him.” is swirling around Catholic Schools tistic. I’m very proud of her. She As he focused him.” and coming out at – Excellent typing/word processing skills and proficiency in various likes using different colors and to keep the lines different points, computer programs, including Microsoft Office Professional. she’s got a big heart. I’m very for- straight for his tri- Taveon Poche it’s interesting,” othEr rEquirEmEnts tunate that she is a student here.” angle that formed Third-grade student Bell Said. – Practicing Catholic preferred – Strong grammatical skills, attention to detail, and strong analytical and Many of the students en- the dwelling for She said art is problem solving skills required. joyed using their sense of touch the Holy Family, Poche said he a valuable mode of expression – Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact professionally and through art. learned that “Jesus was home- for Alexander and the other stu- demonstrate a pleasant demeanor essential. “I liked getting paint on my less and so was his parents.” dents. “I think it’s good therapy – Must be able to work within established guidelines to comply with hands,” announced first-grader Kierra Parker, also in third for children. You see a lot of re- recordkeeping/administration requirements. Persia Johnson, who said she grade, said the best part of a ligious pictures, which is really – Ability to exercise good judgment in handling difficult and/or sensitive had not made artwork before making her marble-swirl paint- awesome,” she said. situations, with ability to maintain confidentiality in all transactions. as she showed her painting of a ing was sliding the marbles Bell has a gallery of Alexan- – Ability to exercise good organizational and time management skills, reindeer made from a footprint around on paper in a box. der’s art in her kitchen, marking ability to manage projects and multiple priorities. as well as an Easter basket “After a couple of minutes, I precious moments of his life that Please submit letter of interest, resume, and references to [email protected] Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Second-grader Kingston came up with this beautiful art- are going by so fast. The schools of the Diocese of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, admit students of any race, color, George put himself in the mind- work,” said Parker. “It was fun “I frame all of his pictures national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at its schools. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, set of his favorite animated char- playing with the marbles. Some- and put them on the wall. They color, national and ethnic origin in administration of educational policies, admissions policies, acter, Goku, the main protago- times they jumped out and I had are in the kitchen where he can scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs. nist in the “Dragon Ball” manga to find them.” see his work,” Bell said. May 27, 2016 The Catholic Commentator 13

CROWNING MARY – Elaine Casselberry, an eighth-grade student at St. Jean Vianney School, places a flower wreath on the statue of our Blessed Mother during the school’s May Crowning activities May 6. SJV second-graders also participated in the day’s events. Cassel- berry was chosen to crown Mary by her classmates and school staff.Photo provided by Bridgette DiGerolamo | St. Jean Vianney School

TOPS IN TIP – Holy Ghost Catholic School seventh-graders, from left, Bryan Doan, Marie-Claire Honoree and Amelia Fritz were honored recently at the Duke Univer- sity TIP State Recognition Ceremony at Northwestern State University in Natchi- toches. Honoree also received grand recognition and will travel to Duke for a cer- emony celebrating that accomplishment at a later date. Other school seventh -graders honored during the ceremony include Casey Artigues, Emma Davis, Cade Garafola, Claudia Olah and Ella Paddock. The Duke Talent Identification Program (TIP) identifies academically gifted students and honors seventh-grade students who have scored at or above the national average of recent high school graduates on at least one part of the ACT or SAT college entrance exams. Photo provided by Cindy Wagner | Holy Ghost School

Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Schools

DEPARTMENT OF SPECIAL EDUCATION

Faith Formation, Individual Development, Preparation for the Future Program for Exceptional Students – Autism – Intellectual/Other Exceptionalities

Lab Services for Regular Education

HELPING OTHERS – St. Alphonsus School eighth-graders, from left, Kyle Langlois, Students Mark Williams, Luke Evans, Bailey Haynes and Evan Maddie deposit the many pop tops their school collected throughout the year at the Ronald McDonald House in – Dyslexia St. Louis, Missouri. The students were participating in a mobile classroom trip with their entire eighth-grade class. In addition to stopping at the Ronald McDonald – Instructional Support House, the St. Alphonsus students and their chaperones also assisted with a disas- For more information including locations ter relief project at the St. Louis Area Food Bank and helped box donated snacks and water for flooding victims in Louisiana. The students were able to process 360 and programming specifics: www.csobr.org cases or 7,200 pounds of food items. Photo provided by Dr. Cindy Ryals | St. Alphonsus School 225-336-8735 • fax: 225-336-8711 Director: Veronica Winchester • [email protected] 14 The Catholic Commentator ENTERTAINMENT May 27, 2016

McGregor), here called by his Hebrew ing his bum advice takes him hostage on Motion Picture Association of America name, Yeshua spends time with a family air in this entertaining but evanescent MOVIE ratings: G – General audiences; all ages admitted of wilderness dwellers, becoming emo- thriller from director Jodie Foster. The PG – Parental guidance suggested; some tionally invested in the conflict between intruder demands to know why the much- REVIEWS material may not be suitable for children the father (Ciaran Hinds) and his teen hyped stock into which he sank his life USCCB Office for Film & Broadcasting PG-13 – Parents are strongly cautioned son (Tye Sheridan) over the lad’s future savings mysteriously went south. As the classifications: to give special guidance for attendance as well as the fate of the terminally ill crisis unfolds on screens across the world, A-I – General patronage of children under 13; some material may mother (Ayelet Zurer). Watching the situ- the program’s resourceful producer (Julia A-II – Adults and adolescents be inappropriate for young children ation with mocking spite, and doing his Roberts) senses that things are not what A-III – Adults R – Restricted; under 17 requires accom- best to sow doubt in the Savior’s mind, is they seem. And it soon becomes clear that A-IV – Adults, with reservations panying parent or adult guardian the Devil (also McGregor) who manifests the CEO of the failed company (Dominic L – Limited adult audience NC-17 – No one under 17 admitted O – Morally offensive himself as his adversary’s double. Strik- West) has some explaining to do. An al- ing cinematography and a high level of legory on the seductive power of the me- artistic commitment from the cast are dia as well as an indictment of Wall Street offset, in writer-director Rodrigo Garcia’s machinations and corporate greed, the Captain America: Civil War their outsized gifts against each other. drama, by a sluggishly paced plot that film suffers from a predictable script and Disney Newcomers to the Marvel universe may fails to evoke as much interest in viewers a frenetic pace that offers little time to This turbulent comics-based adven- find themselves bewildered since the as it does in his possibly divine but pos- flesh out characters or explore their back ture is more an ensemble piece featuring script does little to bring the uninitiated sibly merely human protagonist. Respect- stories. Occasional violence, brief semi- the whole Avengers crew of superheroes up to speed, while parents will have to ful ambivalence about the person of Jesus graphic sexual activity, implied mastur- than an outing primarily focused on the consider carefully before allowing even not only undercuts the film’s appeal for bation, an out-of-wedlock pregnancy, fre- titular good guy (Chris Evans). Yet, as the older teens to view material best suited, believers but creates some aesthetic con- quent profane and crude language. A-III; group splits over whether to submit to in terms of combat scenes and vocabu- fusion as well. Religious themes requiring R United Nations supervision, public con- lary, to grownups. Possibly acceptable for mature discernment, brief partial nudity, cerns have been raised over the collateral mature adolescents. Constant strong vio- momentary scatological humor. A-III; damage their crusades tend to exact. he lence, including torture, but with mini- PG-13 For more Movie Reviews, becomes the leader of one rival faction, mal gore, a few uses of profanity and of visit the other is headed by Iron Man (Robert crude language, several crass terms. A- Money Monster Downey Jr.). Co-directors (and brothers) III; PG-13 TriStar thecatholiccommentator.org Anthony and Joe Russo highlight the cost The flamboyant host (George Clooney) and look under of even well-intentioned mayhem as well Last Days in the Desert of a TV investment show gets his come- as the downside of pursuing vengeance. Broad Green uppance when an angry viewer (Jack ENTERTAINMENT. But the real point of the proceedings is Toward the end of his 40 days of fast- O’Connell) who was ruined by follow- to watch diversely “enhanced” beings pit ing and prayer in the desert, Jesus (Ewan Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge Diocesan Director of Hispanic Apostolate General Statement of Duties The purpose of this position is to provide pastoral and organizational leadership for the Hispanic Apostolate and to empower the people of the Community to carry out their mission. Education and Experience Requirements • Bachelor’s degree or five years working with the Hispanic community, in a similar position. • Bilingual in English and Spanish in verbal and written skills, organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse group and individuals. • Knowledge and understanding of the deep cultural differences among Hispanics from the different Latin American countries. • Due to the nature of this position, it is required that the incumbent be a practicing Roman Catholic, in good standing, who is registered and active in a parish. Other Requirements • Commitment to the mission of the Hispanic Apostolate and the Diocese. • Ability to maintain knowledge and skills required for this position. • Proven administrative skills, including planning, organizing, implementing, management and supervision, budgeting skills, collaborative ministry and conflict resolution. • Ability to represent the Hispanic Apostolate at a local, regional, and national level. • Ability to oversee the development and implementation of personnel policies for the Center. • Ability to assure the formation and training for support of staff and volunteers who provide leadership and direction to the Hispanic Apostolate such as Religious Education, Adult Formation, Evangelization, Youth Ministry, Family Life, Pastoral Care, and Community Services. • Ability to assure the development of catechetical and sacramental preparation in accord and consistent with the Diocesan norms. • Understanding of computer programs such as Word, Excel, Power Point, and Quicken. • Ability to be on call for emergencies, attend evening meetings, travel and work extended hours as needed. Please submit letter of interest, resume and references to [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. May 27, 2016 ENTERTAINMENT The Catholic Commentator 15

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Refrain: You and me can make it anywhere 187 1 91 I’m only one call away For now, we can stay here for a while 02 12 22 I’ll be there to save the day ‘Cause you know, I just wanna see you smile Superman got nothing on me No matter where you go 32 254 2 I’m only one call away You know you’re not alone 276 28292 03 Call me, baby, if you need a friend I just wanna give you love (Repeat refrain.) 13 3323354 3 C’mon, c’mon, c’mon 63 73 83 Reaching out to you, so take the chance And when you’re weak, I’ll be strong No matter where you go I’m gonna keep holding on 309 4 14 You know you’re not alone Now don’t you worry, it won’t be long 24 34 Darling, and when you feel like hope is gone (Repeat refrain.) Just run into my arms 454 464 74 84 94 510 525 Come along with me and don’t be scared (Repeat refrain.) I just wanna set you free 35 554 556 C’mon, c’mon, c’mon I’m only one call away 75 85 95

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drow.www g moc.scilohtacrofsema ACROSS DOWN 1 “…lo, I am ___ you always, 1 What Peter did when he heard Taking time to heal after ending a relationship to the close of the age.” (Mt the cock crow for the third time 28:20) 2 Road to the Colosseum harlie Puth’s latest song her strength. This begins by ac- 5 “…___ be expected” 3 Charlie is one is “One Call Away,” and cepting the grief that comes with 10 Ewes mates 4 Strike 14 Sewing case it raises the question the loss of a relationship. She also 5 Paul VI’s “A Call to ___” C 15 Graph 6 Hard exterior of when it is appropriate to needs help from friends who don’t 16 Do paper work 7 Lining make overtures of “interest” to have agendas and want to lend sup- 17 First five books of the Old 8 Trajectory someone who has just ended a port without trying to fulfill their Testament 9 Highest degree 19 “I am the ___, you are the romantic relationship. need of being a rescuer. 10 Book attributed to John branches.” (Jn 15:5) 11 Something to stop on? The song’s protagonist says to Friends believe in you, and they 20 La-la start 12 Legendary ruler of Crete the person who has ended the know that you will get past the hurt. 21 Respiratory organ of fish 13 British guns 22 A fallen angel relationship that “if you need They check in with you to see how 18 Once more 23 On-line co. 22 Foot drs. a friend, I just wanna give you you are doing. Perhaps they might 24 Unfortunate love.” He also expresses how he suggest an activity or an interest to 26 St. ___ of Tours 24 Nun’s wear 30 Molten material 25 Muslim titles of honor is “reaching out to you, so take distract you, but they don’t try to 26 Crèche figures the chance.” He wants to be “fix” it. 31 Extraterrestrial 32 He is the patron saint of athletes 27 Shepard in space “there to save the day.” He re- On The Record It is important to remember that 36 London jail 28 Public disturbance minds her that “I’m only one call when you are coming out of a re- 37 Catholic newsman and “Hard- 29 Castel Gandolfo has two of away.” lationship, you are more emotion- ball” host Matthews these Charlie Martin 30 “Have ___ on us” The song’s video tells us more ally vulnerable and perhaps more 38 Woe ___! 39 Censure withdrawing most sac- 32 Garment about the situation and shows us susceptible to the type of overtures raments and Christian burial 33 Land in the water that his interest in her is very recent. He seems to that the song’s protagonist makes. from a person or district 34 USA be flirting with her before she ends her relation- That’s why it is helpful to avoid all dating until 41 Countrymen of John Paul II 35 Legendary loch ship. Consequently, he seems much more like an you feel that you are past the hurt. If you make 42 Act of Contrition word 37 Writable storage media, briefly 43 Those in hopeless situations 40 Horse of mixed color opportunist than someone who cares about her this boundary clear, it will be easier to avoid “su- 44 Discarded 41 Dionysius and Liberius well-being. permen” whose attempts to “save” you are pri- 47 Sass 43 A biblical judge If he truly wanted to be of help, he would sus- marily about their needs. 48 Member of the nobility 44 The Audacity of Hope author pend his romantic When a relation- 49 Travel on 45 Mortal 50 One of Roosevelt’s alphabet 46 Foremost part agenda and get to It is important to remember that when ship ends, go slow. agencies 47 Long-time prisoner know her slowly. Focus on yourself 53 At the summit 49 The Mystical ___ She has not asked you are coming out of a relationship, and what you can 54 ___ of faith 50 Five virgins in Matthew 25 him to help her learn. God’s will 57 Long luxuriant hair 51 A kind of vault 58 90’s Toyota coupe through this sepa- for us is that we 52 Soon you are more emotionally vulnerable 59 Home of the Nobel Peace 54 Letter letters ration from her find healing, but Center 55 Hamelin pest former boyfriend. and perhaps more susceptible to sometimes this 60 Mtn. stats 56 Kind of sister He should show means setting clear 61 Severe 62 Part of verb “to be” Solution on page 18 more respect for the type of overtures that the song’s boundaries with how she is feeling others. about the end of protagonist makes. And if someone her romance. comes on way too Tree Service In general, it is a good idea to avoid individu- strong and tells you that “I’m only one call away,” Mr. D’s als who want to be a person’s “Superman.” Most it is best to step away from the situation. ovEr 35 yEars ExpErIEncE times, their manner of caring is more about need- Don Decell, owner ing to be needed than his or her capability to con- MARTIN is an Indiana patoral counselor who re- carl BaBin, owner sider what others need. views current music for Catholic News Service. • Economical Even if the girl in the song feels “like hope is Please write to [email protected], or at: • Fully Insured • Quality Work gone,” it will not be good to “just run into” another 7125 West CR 200 South, Rockport, IN 47635, CALL TODAY! person’s arms so quickly. or like this column on Facebook at “Charlie Mar- 225-292-6756 Rather, she needs to look into herself and find tin’s Today’s Music Columns.” 16 The Catholic Commentator VIEWPOINT May 27, 2016

| editorial Vocation of the family

fter recounting all of the obstacles to in the beginning,” as Jesus reminded us, has to Flawed policy modern marriage in Chapter Two of be emphasized in high school religion classes, A“Amoris Laetitiae,” such as consumer- in pre-marriage preparation programs, and in resident Obama’s directive ism, pornography, extreme individualism, the head-to-head meetings with the priest or requiring public schools to allow unsettled economy, refusal of commitments, deacon who will be receiving the couple’s vows. Pstudents who identify themselves abortion, etc., Pope Francis concludes by urg- As divorce rates indicate, marriage is not as transgender to use bathrooms cor- ing us not to let such negative values of our easy today. But, as Pope Francis says, there is responding with their chosen gender modern world paralyze us and destroy our a great strength to be had in Catholic marriage not only further blurs the line of gender hope. We must look to Jesus to find the true where Jesus “dwells with (the couple), gives confusion but proffers additional evi- vocation of the family. This is the theme of them the strength to take up their crosses and dence of a society plunging further into Chapter Three: The Vocation of the Family. so follow him, to rise again after they have a moral abyss. St. Paul tells us that “marriage is a gift fallen, to forgive one another, to bear one an- Days after Obama’s misguided and from the Lord” (1 Cor 7:7), and that this gift other’s burdens.” Jesus showed how much God perplexing directive, which was issued includes sexuality: “Do not refuse one another” loves us by becoming one of us. “By becoming through the U.S. Department of Educa- (1 Cor 7:5). In this human journey as a mar- Another one flesh, (the couple) embody the espousal of tion, the president curiously, said the ried couple, God’s indulgent love can always our human nature by the son of God” (“Amoris guidelines were necessary because he be counted upon. Pope Francis points us to the Perspective Laetitiae” #73). believes students who have a different Gospels, which “clearly present the example of What about marriage in other Christian sexual orientation or identify as trans- Jesus who ... proclaimed the meaning of mar- Father John Carville denominations and in non-Christian faiths? gender are subject to bullying. riage as the fullness of revelation that restores Most do not consider marriage as a sacrament. Paralleling that sentiment, the White God’s original plan.” Pope Francis recognizes the “positive elements House, in a separate statement, said the In St. Matthew (19:3), Jesus says that from the beginning of marriage found in other religious traditions ...” (“Amoris guidelines would also protect against of our creation as man and woman, God intended us to live in Laetitiae” #77). He says, “We can readily say that anyone discrimination and protect the safety of permanent marriages, faithful to each other until death. He who wants to bring into this world a family which teaches every student. gave to all married couples the mandate to have children and children to be excited by every gesture aimed at overcoming Not surprisingly, the chairmen of two to live faithful to one another raising their children. This was evil, a family that shows that the Spirit is alive and at work United States Conference of Catholic to be their free response to the divine gift of marriage. will encounter our gratitude and our appreciation, whatever Bishops committees, called the directive Although mankind failed through sin in the beginning, God the people, religion or region to which they belong” (“Amoris “deeply disturbing.” sent our redemption in the person of Jesus. God becoming Laetitiae” #77). The statement, issued by Bishop man in the human family changed the history of the world. The “Amoris Laetitia” is an exercise in pastoral theology. Faith- Richard J. Malone of Buffalo, New York, incarnation of Jesus took a yes of faith from Mary to the bewil- ful to his promise not to change official church teaching, Pope chairman of the USCCB’s Committee dering message of the angel. It also took a yes from St. Joseph Francis refers to Pope Paul VI’s ban on artificial conception on Laity, Marriage, Family Life and to create a family and protection for Mary and her child. and says that every act of conjugal love needs to be open to Youth, and Archbishop George J. Lucas, The 30 years of simple family life in Nazareth taught Jesus life, and that couples in “irregular relationships” should be chairman of the bishops’ Committee on his Jewish faith, his trade as a carpenter and the beauty of led by counseling to receive the sacrament of matrimony Catholic Education, said the president’s family life. Pope Francis says that in Christian marriage where possible. However, he is trying to bridge the divide directive contradicts a basic understand- Christ is present to the spouses. Through his spirit, he gives between teachings and practice on these issues. An editorial ing of human formation so expressed by the spouses the power to live the love he has shown us. With in the April 16 issue of the National Catholic Reporter notes Pope Francis that “young people need to that grace, they build up the body of Christ, forming a domes- that Catholics are being urged by “Amoris Laetitia” to trust be helped to accept their body as it was tic church with their family. As St. John Paul II pointed out, themselves. The pope writes: “We can add that individual created.” this family, this little church, “is their call to holiness” (“Fa- conscience needs to be better incorporated into the Church’s Rather than protecting individuals, miliaris Consortio”). praxis;” We also find it hard to make room for the consciences however, Obama’s directive conversely The family is also an image of God because God is a trinity, of the faithful, who ... are capable of carrying out their own seems to be placing these young people a communion of persons. As an image of God, a sacrament, discernment in complex situations;” and “We have been called in harm’s way. The directive places a Christian marriage is more than a social convention, a ritual, to form consciences, not to replace them.” target on their backs by having them or just a commitment. It is a sign, as St. Paul says, of the rela- Surveys of Catholic behavior have indicated that on matters publicly announce what should be their tionship of Christ and the church (Ephesians, 5 ). The couples of marriage and procreation the Catholic faithful have been own private struggles. give their lives to one another as Jesus did to us, his church. trusting their own discernment for quite a while. The directive also presents the possi- When they marry, the couple promise to each other “total self- bility, if not likelihood, of some students giving, faithfulness and openness to new life” (“Amoris La- FATHER CARVILLE is a retired priest in the Diocese of Baton Rouge exploiting the new policy to pursue their etitiae” #73). I believe that in this modern culture of commit- and writes on current topics for The Catholic Commentator. own deviant behavior, which has nothing ments made-to-be-broken, this radical demand of “marriage He can be reached at [email protected]. to do with gender identification. Gender identification is increasingly | becoming an avant garde issue, exacer- Pray for those who pray for us Please pray for the priests, deacons and religious women and men in the Baton Rouge Diocese. bated when high-profile celebrities use reality TV to chronicle their own transi- June 1 Rev. Matthew E. McCaughey June 6 Rev. Michael A. Miceli Sr. Kathleen Babin CSJ tion. Such behavior trivializes what is Dcn. J. Thomas Traylor Dcn. P. Chauvin Wilkinson Jr. June 11 Rev. Caye A. (Trey) Nelson III a very personal issue for any person, Br. Harold Harris SC Sr. M. Animachristi MC Dcn. Frank E. Bains whether young or old. June 2 Rev. Paul A. McDuffie June 7 Rev. Cleo J. Milano Br. Malcolm Melcher SC Those individuals need our prayers Dcn. John W. Veron †Dcn. Henry J. Zeringue June 12 Rev. Hung Viet Nguyen ICM to help them arrive at a peaceful and Sr. Adelaide Williamson CSJ Br. Noel Lemmon SC Dcn. Thomas D. Benoit spiritual resolution to lead their lives in June 3 Rev. Roberto Merced OP June 8 Rev. Nutan S. Minj IMS Sr. Sandra Blanchard CSJ the way God intended, and our compas- Dcn. Doanh Van Vu ICM Dcn. Alfred Adams Sr. June 13 Rev. Tan Viet Nguyen ICM sion for whatever direction that might Br. Ronald Hingle SC Sr. Barbara Arceneaux FMOL Dcn. Mark T. Berard ultimately take. A president’s directive June 4 Rev. Andrew J. Merrick June 9 Rev. Eliecer Montanez-Grimaldos Br. Paul Montero SC veiled in politics is a misguided attempt Dcn. J. Peter Walsh MCM June 14 Rev. Nicholas J. (Jack) Nutter III to satisfy a small segment of society Sr. Martha Ann Abshire FMOL Dcn. Michael A. Agnello Dcn. Willie M. Berthelot Sr. while at the same time spinning the June 5 Rev. Victor G. Messina Br. Roger LeMoyne SC Sr. Carolyn Brady CSJ moral compass in a direction it was Dcn. James E. Wax June 10 Rev. Michael J. Moroney never intended. †Br. Warren Laudumiey SC Dcn. Donald L. Ard May 27, 2016 VIEWPOINT The Catholic Commentator 17 Youth today – Who are they really?

seminarian I know recently went seem indifferent to and even sometimes the surface trumpets a certain ethos, liberation from to a party on a Friday evening at hostile to many cherished religious and, seen the timidities of the past, complete with a Aa local university campus. The traditions; and they can appear unbe- there, our smugness that belittles whatever questions group was a crowd of young, college stu- lievably shallow in their addiction and youth can it. But much of that smugness is actually dents and when he was introduced as a enslavement to what’s trending in the appear more whistling in the dark. Deep down, our seminarian, as someone who was trying world of entertainment, fashion and self-interest- youth are pretty insecure and, happily, this to become a priest and who had taken a information technology. Looked at from ed than gen- keeps them vulnerable and likeable. vow of celibacy, the mention of celibacy one perspective, our kids today can ap- erous, more Maybe Louis Dupre, the retired evoked some giggles in the room, some pear irreligious, morally blasé, and on shallow than philosopher who taught for many years banter, and a number of jokes about a heavy diet of the kind of superficiality deep, more at Yale, captures it best when he says how much he must be missing out on in that characterizes reality television and blasé than that today’s young people are not bad, life. Poor, naïve fellow! Initially, within video games. More seriously still, they morally they’re just not finished. That’s a simple this group of millenniums, his religious can also appear myopic, greedy, pam- sensitive, insight that captures a lot. Someone can beliefs and what this had led to in his pered and excessively self-interested. and more be wonderful and very likeable, but still life was regarded as something between Not a pretty picture. religiously In Exile immature. Moreover, if you’re young amusing and pitiful. But this isn’t ex- indifferent enough, that can even be attractive, But, before the eve- The good news is that most actly the picture. Be- than faith- Father Ron Rolheiser the very definition of cool. The reverse ning was out, sev- neath that surface, in filled. They is also, often times, true: More than a eral young women young people, at the level most cases, you will can also manifest a smugness and self- few of us, adults, suffer from our own had come, cried on find someone who is sufficiency that suggests little vulnerabil- bi-polarity: we are mature, but far from his shoulder and of their real desires, are very likeable, sincere, ity and no need for guidance from anyone wonderful and likeable. This makes for shared about their soft, good-hearted, beyond themselves. some strange, paradoxical binaries. frustration with their not at odds at all with God, gracious, moral, Hence their bi-polarity: Mostly they So who is the actual young person of boyfriends’ inability warm, generous and want all the right things, but, too often, today? Is it the person who is wrapped up to commit fully to faith, church and family. searching for all the because of a lack of genuine guidance and in his or her own world, obsessive about their relationship. right things (without their addiction to the culture, they aren’t physical appearance, addicted to social This incident For the most part, youth much help from a making the kinds of choices that will media, living outside marriage with his might serve as a culture that lacks bring them what they more-deeply desire. or her partner, smug in his or her own parable describing today are still very good clear moral guidance Sexuality is a prime example here: Studies non-traditional moral and religious today’s young people and is fraught with done on millenniums indicate that most views? That, I believe, is the surface ap- in our secularized people and want all the over-choice). The of them want, at the end of the day, to be pearance. The actual young person of to- world. They exhibit good news is that inside a monogamous, faithful marriage. day is warm, good-hearted, generous and what might aptly right things. most young people, The problem is that they also believe waiting, waiting consciously for love and be called a bi-polar at the level of their that they can first allow themselves ten affirmation and waiting unconsciously character about faith, church, family, real desires, are not at odds at all with to fifteen years of sexual promiscuity, for God’s embrace. sexual ethos and many other things that God, faith, church and family. For the without having to accept that practicing are important to them. most part, youth today are still very good ten to fifteen years of infidelity is not a Oblate Father Rolheiser, theologian, teach- They present an inconsistent picture: people and want all the right things. good preparation for the kind of fidelity er and award-winning author, is presi- On the one hand, by and large, they But, that isn’t always so evident. Some- needed to sustain marriage and family. dent of the Oblate School of Theology in are not going to church, at least with times their surface seems to trump their In this, as in many other things, they are San Antonio, Texas. He can be contacted any regularity; they are not following depth so that who they really are and what caught between their cultural ethos and at ronrolheiser.com, or facebook.com/ the Christian ethos on sexuality; they they really want is not so evident. We see their own fragile securities. The culture ronrolheiser. God is with us even when our greatest joy seems to vanish

s a priest, I’ve spent the undone. Millions have come to inside had died.” spotted a pamphlet on the floor past 30 years of my life the realization that they must be This brokenhearted woman and picked it up out of curiosity. Awriting about supernat- ready to carry on with cour- managed to survive with the It contained this message: “To- ural joy in the lives of others. age. I’ve learned some of this help of God. She later said that day you may feel hopeless, but The message is simple: faith, through the correspondence I with time, and with the help of tomorrow or the next day you together with the discipline of sometimes receive. God, she found her bearings. will remember that you have a controlling your thoughts, can A woman once wrote me a She said she learned to find joy purpose, a true mission in life. It help overcome even the most letter that helped me under- in the midst of the most excruci- will transform you, and give you horrible emotional pain we can stand a great deal about the ating pain. the courage to carry on.” experience. pain of grief. She said that on a She said she learned that He decided not to commit The pain of life, as many of beautiful sunny July morning, even when you have suffered a suicide, and never thought of it us know, is real, and seemingly her 26-year-old son was killed terrible loss, the worst loss one again. He wrote to me several unending while we’re going in a car accident. He was on can imagine, one day a person months later to explain how this through rough moments. How- his way to work when a driver will discover that he or she sense of mission changed his life ever, in any tragic circumstance Spirituality pulled out of a side street and will laugh again and live again. forever. there is one word you need to killed her “wonderful boy.” Knowing that God is by your It reassured me of the words focus on and that is survival. For Today She said she never knew such side, helping you every step of found in John 16:33: “In the You can go on grieving for a a feeling of desperation, such the way, you will come to learn world you will have trouble, but year or a decade or more, but Father John Catoir isolation and unending agony the important lesson that joy re- take courage, I have conquered sooner or later you will have to before. The depth of the pain, ally does prevail over sorrow. the world.” decide whether you’re going to There is still a job for you to the flow of tears and the silence This story also reminds me be a survivor or whether you’re do in this world, perhaps a job were overwhelming. And yet, of a grief-stricken man who was Father Catoir writes on issues of going to let problems destroy that nobody else can do, and if she said, “I never knew one tempted to commit suicide. One spirituality for today’s Catholic you. you don’t do it, it will remain could still exist when everything day while riding on a bus, he for Catholic News Service. 18 The Catholic Commentator COMING EVENTS May 27, 2016

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Roots off, but Riffel saw it nearby and From page 1 recognized it. On it is written, DePaula “Neely Hawkins. Died April 16, trace descendants. 1902. Seventy years old.” Because Neely and his descen- Accountability and Rec- named dants remained steadfast to the onciliation Catholic faith, Riffel traced the Crump’s family recently sacramental records to Crump visited Neely’s gravesite after to lead and her family. It was learned celebrating one of their mem- Neely worked the soil of a 2,800- ber’s graduation from Southern acre estate near Bayou Maring- University. In a bittersweet mo- Catechesis ouin, owned by John Beaty near ment they reflected upon the where Crump grew up. high price Neely and the other Crump said it was as if time slaves sold by Georgetown paid stood still. so some could better their lives Selling Lives through an education and the Georgetown University re- This book in the Diocese of Baton Rouge Archives Department con- need for changes so all can have lied on Jesuit plantations in tains multiple references of baptisms by Ascension Catholic Church that opportunity. Maryland to finance its opera- slaves belonging to Henry Johnson, who owned a plantation in Crump said she and her fam- tions. The plantation’s slaves Donaldsonville. Photo by Debbie Shelley | The Catholic Commentator ily have a range of thoughts and were often donated to the Jesu- emotions concerning the news its by wealthy parishioners, said Broken Promises records. We have great civil re- of her great-great-grandfather. Cellini. When the university Because of financial obliga- cords and a great (Catholic) ar- “To be sold is bad enough, ran into financial trouble, its tions, the plantation owners had chives here.” but to be sold and mistreated presidents, Cellini said, Fathers difficulty meeting their notes, “Sacramental records are and think of what his children Thomas Mulledy and William and promises, to the Jesuits. the vital records of the Catholic and their children went through Dina DePaula has been named McSherry arranged the sale, Murphy wrote in his book that Church,” said Ann Boltin, ar- is hard,” said Nathaniel Crump. director of the Office of Evangeli- which is worth about $3.3 mil- in 1848 Father James VandeVel- chivist/record manager for the Maxine Crump said she faces zation and Catechesis for the Dio- lion in today’s dollars. de SJ toured Louisiana and vis- Diocese of Baton Rouge. “They her struggles by trying to put cese of Baton Rouge. The buyers of the slaves in- ited Thompson, a former pupil, are invaluable in their primary things in perspective of the times. DePaula, who holds a Master cluded Henry Johnson, who to see what had hap- function which is At that time, many thought there of Arts in Theology degree from was a member of the House of pened to the slaves. “Louisiana to record the sac- was nothing wrong with slavery. Our Lady of Holy Cross College Representatives and owned a He wrote to Father raments of the She said such tragedies occur in New Orleans, is currently the plantation in Donaldsonville, Mulledy about the has wonderful faithful and their when no one monitors or chal- director of pastoral services and and Beaty. spiritual problems secondary use as lenges unjust practices. adult formation at St. Thomas There was dissension among in the neighbor- records. We a genealogical tool Crump wants to see the uni- More Church in Baton Rouge, a the Jesuits regarding the sale ing plantations of is such a rich re- versity give recognition to those position she has held since 2011. because many knew about the Johnson and John have great civil source for research- slaves sold at Georgetown as From 2002-2011 she was the harsh conditions slaves faced in Thompson. The two ers and family his- benefactors of the university producer and office manager at the South. had negotiated deals records and a torians. Not only in a prominent place, since it is CatholicLife TV and served as Father Mulledy justified the to pay off Johnson’s is the information through their sale that George- a talk show host for three years. sale by promising the slaves mortgage. Father great (Catholic) contained within town survived. She also wants a DePaula, who earned advanced would receive the sacraments, Vandevelde noted the sacramental scholarship program established catechist certification through St. practice their Catholic faith and the closest Catholic archives here.” records important, for the slave’s descendants. Joseph’s Seminary College, has remain together as a family. church (Ascension but the church also She has received some re- also served in a number of volun- Thomas Murphy wrote in Catholic Church in Judy Riffel places a high im- sponse from the university, as teer ministries. his book, “Jesuit Slaveholding Donaldsonville) was Genealogist portance on the the president sent her a corre- “I am deeply humble and in Maryland, 1717-1838,” “Fa- 10 miles across the Lafourche preservation and maintenance spondence saying the university grateful for this new calling,” De- ther Mulledy was concerned Bayou. There were also no near- of this information.” would take stock and see what it Paula said. that diehard Jesuit opponents by churches for slaves in Marin- Riffel said the Jesuit’s re- needs to do. She replied in kind DePaula will begin her new might assist the slaves to es- gouin to attend. quest that the slave families with a letter thanking him for position July 1. cape before transportation, so Tracking Family be kept together made finding looking into the matter. he arrived on the (Maryland) Tracing the history of the some descendants easier. Cellini noted the university plantations, unannounced, ac- slaves has been quite a venture Riffel added that Ances- temporarily renamed the build- Send your companied by Johnson and a for Riffel. tory.com has provided her with ings named after Fathers Mulle- sheriff, to confiscate as many “I have spreadsheets to keep DNA testing kits. Through DNA dy and McSherry until perma- church parish, slaves as possible by force. Not track of the slaves over time,” samples provided by identified nent names are given. all the slaves could fit in one she said. descendants, Riffel hopes to Crump said she and her fam- school and ship, however, so there had to She began researching what find further connections within ily members do not have negative be a second transportation a happened to the enslaved after the slave population. feelings toward the Catholic faith, organization few weeks later. During the in- slavery ended. When Cellini called Crump, and many, not all, steadfastly terval, several Jesuits indeed “That’s when I got into the she was excited to hear the held to Catholic practices, even news and encouraged their slaves to hide Catholic Church records,” said name Cornelius, a name that naming children after the saints. in the woods. At least a dozen Riffel. She followed a trail of has been passed down through “How Catholic can you be?” photos to slaves avoided transportation marriage, death and baptismal the generations in her family. Crump asked. altogether by so doing. In the records to locate descendants. When Riffel said he was bur- She said while the slaves Richard confusion, it seems quite likely “I told my client that if these ied in a Catholic cemetery in could have abandoned the faith, that several slave families were slaves were sent anywhere else Maringouin, Crump knew Im- many associated with it because Meek, editor, separated.” but Louisiana, we wouldn’t maculate Heart of Mary Cem- it is the faith of the suffering. Corneluis Hawkins was 13 be talking today, because if it etery was the only Catholic one “We were the faithful who rmeek@diobr. when he was forced aboard the weren’t for the Catholic records there. Using a burial map, she were baptized, confirmed, mar- Katharine Jackson and brought here, we wouldn’t be able to do and Riffel located the grave ried and buried by the church. org. to New Orleans and subse- what we are doing here. marker where Neely is buried. We kept the traditions alive,” quently to Maringouin. “Louisiana has wonderful The headstone had been broken Crump said. 20 The Catholic Commentator May 27, 2016 Spiritual director to be lector at papal Mass during deacon gathering

By Richard Meek deacons, along with their wives the Eucharist and a spiritual from Father Sylva, an official of The Catholic Commentator and children, during the Jubilee director certified through the the Pontifical Council for the Pro- Year of Mercy Cenacle of Our Lady of Divine motion of New Evangelization, The Diocese of Baton Rouge Lisette Borné, associate direc- Providence and Franciscan Uni- asking if Lisette would be inter- will play a prestigious role when tor for vocations and seminarians versity of Steubenville, Ohio, ested in being a lector at the Mass deacons from around the world for the Diocese of Baton Rouge, said Sunday, the invitation was to be celebrated by Pope Francis. converge in Rome for the Jubi- has been invited to be the lector at extended to her by Father Geno “After being rendered speech- lee for Deacons, scheduled May a papal Mass scheduled May 29 at Sylva, a priest originally from less and crying a few tears of dis- 27-29. St. Peter’s Square. New Jersey who celebrates an Lisette Borné Deacon Dan Borné belief, I humbly and joyfully ac- The event is a celebration for Borné, a Marian Servant of English Mass at Santo Spiriti cepted the honor and blessing of in Sassia, a 12th century titular reading God’s Word at the papal church in Rome. Mass,” she said. Borné and her husband, Dea- The deacons are scheduled con Dan Borné, have been attend- to participate in a number of ac- ing the Mass celebrated by Father tivities, including a pilgrimage to Sylva while visiting Rome in re- the Holy Door at the Vatican, as cent years. Deacon Borné has as- well as attend several meetings. sisted at Mass, and Lisette Borné The papal Mass is scheduled has previously served as lector. to air live at 3:30 a.m. and re- Two weeks ago Deacon Borné, broadcast at 1:30 p.m. on EWTN. who is also attending the jubilee CatholicLife TV is also airing the celebration, received an email Mass live.

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Special Supplement to The Catholic Commentator 2B The Catholic Commentator CLASS OF 2016 May 27, 2016 St. John High School graduates May 12 OLOL College announces Graduation ceremonies for St. John High School Class of May 2016 graduates 2016 were held Thursday, May 12 at St. John the Evangelist More than 190 Our Lady of nifer Fender, Melinda Flocke, Church in Plaquemine. the Lake College students were Jade Gautreau, Kristen Hebert, Named as valedictorian was conferred master’s, bachelor’s Johanna Lasseigne, Aman- Alexandra Nicole Cheramie and or associate degrees during the da Menard, Emily Rea, Thuy Jerry An Uong as salutatorian. commencement exercises held Tran, Angelique Vidrine, Carl- Included in the class of 2016 on Monday, May 23 in the Baton issa Wells, Mary Willis, Maddie are Walter Marionneaux Bark- Rouge River Center Arena. Windstein and Alicia Zeringue er Jr., Noah Lane Barrilleaux, The keynote speaker, Deacon Joseph David Beatty, Garrett Dan S. Borné, is president of the Associate of Science in Miles Booksh, Kasey Thomas Louisiana Chemical Association, Physical Therapist Bourgeois, Jace Thomas Ce- Chairman of the Board of BlueC- Assisting dotal, Collin Wren Crockett, Ca- ross BlueShield of Louisiana and Matthew Clark, Mary Coco, Holly sey Renee Curry, Michael Jules a Our Lady of the Lake College Crochet, Austin Demsky, Lauren D’Albor, Jacob Richard David, Board of Trustee. Deacon Borné Falgoust, Ryan Garcia, Dustin Maci Elyssa Devillier, Blake has also worked for a state sena- Gary, Erin Gilbert, Alaynna Turenne Doiron, Alexis Victoria tor, a congressman, three United Hebert, Amanda Hunt, Ashley Finch, Cori Elizabeth Granier, States senators and a governor in Hurst, Jennifer Hymel, Ken- Amanda Nicole Guidry, Kyndal addition to serving as a public ad- neth Joffrion, Chelsea Landry, Valedictorian Alexandra Nicole Cheramie, left, Leigh Guillory and Andrew Jo- dress announcer for LSU football Emily Landry, Merritt Luneau, and Salutatorian Jerry An Uong seph Gulotta. and basketball. He talked to the Lara Murray, Lani Richardson, Chandler Michael Hebert, lizzano, Jacob Paul Richard, Stagg, Dylan Anthony Tempan- new graduates about the impor- Amanda Sanchez, Rick Schenck Zackary Michael Hurst, Gavin Dina Brooke Roberts, Madison aro, Kortlyn Blaire Theriot, Jo- tance of this transition in their Jr., Jonathan Schoen, Lorne Paul Landry, Courtney Eliza- Louise Robichaux, Caleb Aar- seph Patrick Thibeau, Breanna lives, alerted them to the many Velazquez, Robert Watson, Eric beth LoBue, Holly Elizabeth on Romig, Colby Dale Sadden, Elizabeth Thibodeaux, Peyton challenges that are sure to come, Weber and Michael Weber, Kayla Medine, Payton Lynn Passan- Nadia Aleah Sam, Gabrielle Joseph Voisin, Brian Gabriel and suggested to them that their Young tino, Kenneth Sterling Payne, Kay Schnebelen, Madison Grace Weaver, Allie Marie Wintz, Ma- faith, families and friends are the Anna Marie Pitre, Gavin Kyle Schnebelen, Nicholas James son Barrett Young and Andrew things they can depend upon to get Associate of Science in Primeaux, Samantha Jo Pu- Seneca, Leighton Elizabeth Joseph Zito II. through the changes that life will Radiologic Technology throw at them. Mallory Barre, Leah Belleau, School of Arts Sidnee Blohowiak, Trent Da- and Sciences vid, Danielle Delaune, Amanda CONGRATULATIONS Master of Health Fernandez, Erin Ficklin, Paige Administration Foote, Dylan Hammond, Kyleigh St. John High School Class of 2016 Mirrion Moran and Erika Wash- LeBlanc, Ryan McGriff, Kirst- ington ie Newman, Katherine Nijoka, Over $1.7 MILLION in scholarship offers Katie Nuza, Caitlyn Saltaforma- Bachelor of Arts in ggio, Kaitlyn Weaver, Breylan 91% of 2015 seniors qualified for a TOPS Award Liberal Studies Williams and Muriel Williams Seniors received college acceptances to: Addison Heffron Louisiana State University, Spring Hill College, Tulane University, Nicholls State University, University of Louisiana-Lafayette, Associate of Science in McNeese State University, Southeastern Louisiana University, Belhaven University, Louisiana Tech University, Mississippi Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy State University, University of Louisiana - Monroe, Louisiana State University - Alexandria, Penn State University, Our Lady of Biology Ryan Batton, Sharon Bernard, the Lake College, Millsaps College, Louisiana College, Northwestern State University, Mississippi College, Dillard University, Darian Breaux, Elizabeth Dau- Brandi Blowers, Drew Cashio, Grambling State University, Southern University, Wingate University, Delgado Community College, er, Ana Heully, Teyona James, Renee Rogers, Mandy Sharkey, Baton Rouge Community College, ITI Technical College, and The Aveda Institute. Travis Lambert, Sally Moon, Au- Rachel Sherwood, Dayna Shil- tumn Rounds and Chelsea Tay- ling, Chelsea Simmons, Alli- lor, Derek Wiltz son Taylor, Callie Taylor, Regan Terry, Maegan White and Erica Bachelor of Science in Wooden Health Sciences Bailie Guidry School of Nursing Bachelor of Science in Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Bottom row, from left: Salutatorian Jerry An Uong, Kortlyn Blaire Theriot, Madison Louise Robichaux, Walter Marionneaux Health Service Madelyn Albarado, Amy Als- Barker, Jr., Jacob Paul Richard, Gavin Paul Landry, Kenneth Sterling Payne, Noah Lane Barrilleaux, Cori Elizabeth Administration man, Alexandra Babcock, Jor- Granier, Maci Elyssa Devillier, and Valedictorian Alexandra Nicole Cheramie. 2nd row: Joseph David Beatty, Nadia Aleah Sam, Amanda Nicole Guidry, Courtney Elizabeth LoBue, Andrew Joseph Zito, II, Nicholas James Seneca, Kasey Thomas Christina Johnson, Amy Kell, dan Bailey, Summer Barnum, Bourgeois, Gavin Kyle Primeaux, Colby Dale Sadden, Kyndal Leigh Guillory. 3rd row: Samantha Jo Pulizzano, Alexis Victoria Finch, Anna Marie Pitre, Garrett Miles Booksh, Blake Turenne Doiron, Dylan Anthony Tempanaro, Allie Marie Wintz, Jace Ashley Mathis, Shayla Picquet Jessica Boedecker, Taylor Booth, Thomas Cedotal, Holly Elizabeth Medine, Caleb Aaron Romig, Casey Renee Curry, Jacob Richard David, Madison Grace and Rachel St. Germain Meagan Bourgeois, Kolleen Schnebelen, Leighton Elizabeth Stagg, Gabrielle Kay Schnebelen, Breanna Elizabeth Thibodeaux. Top row: Dina Brooke Roberts, Zackary Michael Hurst, Payton Lynn Passantino, Joseph Patrick Thibeau, Andrew Joseph Bouvier, Morgan Boyer, Kar- Gulotta, Chandler Michael Hebert, Michael Jules D’Albor, Brian Gabriel Weaver, Mason Barrett chool of ealth ley Broussard, Maurie Brown, Young, Peyton Joseph Voisin, Collin Wren Crockett. S H Professions Meghan Brown, Angelle Canci- Master of Medical Science enne, Pashel Carriere, Lauren in Physician Assistant Casanova, Emilee Chapman, Studies Kisler Cooper, Kalie Corley, Sa- Kristin Annaloro, Patrick Arce- vanna Cox, Emily Daniels, Mi-

ment, Alicia Brand, Amanda chele Dedrick, Kristyn DeVun,

E ST. 1853 Bucher, Krystle Chase, Jason Claire Dinnel, Anneliese Doheny, stjohnschool.org Cohen, Madison Corley, Jen- SEE OLOLC PAGE 8B May 27, 2016 CLASS OF 2016 The Catholic Commentator 3B 9 Ascension Catholic graduates 2 valedictorians and 2 salutatorians Leading the Class of 2016 are of 2016 were Cole Anthony Harris, Carson Elizabeth Hitz- James Landry, Auldyn Marie exandra Rome, Hayes David valedictorians Courtney Dazé Amedee, Julia Ann Beck, Mea- man, Maerys Alyvia Alexan- LeBlanc, Caroline Grace Lou- Rousseau, Brad Joseph Schex- and Jacob LaGrange and salu- gan Rayna Brooks, Danielle der Joseph, Gabrielle Elizabeth que, RaéShaun Marie Malancon, nayder, Eden Marie Schexnay- tatorians Mariana Cuervo and Elizabeth Brou, Kaylee Michelle Klack, Brandi Ann Landry, Daniel Christopher Mattingly, der, Michayla Elizabeth Spano Meredith Daigle. Baccalaureate Burns, Blaire Alexandra Falcon, Collin Martin Landry, Landon Connor Lee Ourso, Claudia Al- and Kaleb Ontario Winchester. Awards/Mass was held May 12, Danielle Claire Giroir and Troy and commencement was held Michael Graves Jr. May 14, both at Ascension of Our Also Burt James Grisaffe Jr., Lord Church in Donaldsonville. Sevrin Thomas Guillot, Gar- Also graduating in the class rett Don Hales, Erica Michelle

From left, Salutatorian Mariana Cuervo, Valedictorian Courtney Dazé, Valedictorian Jacob LaGrange and Salutatorian Meredith Daigle Glenn Richard Bartels Jr. Alexis Nicole Theriot Valedictorian Salutatorian St. Thomas Aquinas St. Michael high School Celebrating 31 Years of Educational Excellence graduates its 27th class • Over 18,000 Christian Service Hours • Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge Distinguished Secondary Educator of the Year • Over 60 participants in St. Thomas Aquinas High Greer, Hayden Seth Hart, Ralph March for Life Rally in Washington, D.C. • 164 Graduates • $5.25 Million in School held its 27th graduation Jerome Haynes III and Lauren Scholarships • LSU Golden Achievement Award for 9th Consecutive Year exercises on Thursday, May 19 Noel Hebert. • Award Winning Band Program • Boys Cross Country State Champions at Holy Ghost Church in Ham- And Walter Timothy Hen- mond. Glenn Richard Bartels derson Jr., Roman Lawrence • Girls Cross Country State Champions • Girls Tennis State Champions Jr. was named valedictorian and Carl Herring, Jesse David Hes- • Boys Tennis State Runner-ups • Girls Basketball State Semifinalist Alexis Nicole Theriot was saluta- ter, DíNejah Lanae Hills, Jar- • Baseball State Semifinalist • District Baseball Coach of the Year torian. rett Dylan Jordan, Zachary Paul • 17 Academic All-State Honors • 11 All-State Honors Included in the class of 2016 Landreneau, Collin Joseph Lee, • 18 All-Metro Honors • 67 All-District Honors • Advocate Girls Tennis Edwin Wayne Alexander, Ryan Madison Alexis Lymon, John Star of Stars Athlete Harold Amerson, Brett Car- Peter Matthews, Lance Michael rol Bass, Olivia Michelle Bates, McCalla, Rebecca Marie Mc- Brady Robert Becerra, Carlos Donald, Madelyne Claire Miley, Terrodd Bell, Haileigh Clerc Mason Matthew Miller, Sydney Bolton, Reed James Bolton, Re- Alexis Milton, Roman Joseph gan Olivia Bolton, Alexis Mar- Moschitta, Luke Aaron Orlando, garet Borne, Christopher Tyler Emily Dalene Owens and Jenni- Boudoin, Morgan Hannah Bus- fer Rose Paille. ch, Alexander Johann Castro, Also Anna Patricia Parker, Chloe Phelps Chauvin, James Mollye Renee Peralta, Hayes Chi, Christopher Allen Coats and Thomas Perrilloux, Laura Eliza- Dylan Joseph Compton. beth Regenberg, Zachary Taylor Also Edward Stephon Coo- Reid, Allie Caroline Ridgell, Vin- per Jr., Cameron Shemar Dan- cent Stassi Rusciano, Cailin Al- tzler, Megan Elizabeth Davis, ise Sampey, Dominick Paul Schi- Courtney Marie Dawsey, Scott ro, Natali Rose Scimeca, Connor Michael DePaula, Lindsey Eliz- Mark Seale, Haiting Shui Shui, abeth Dettwiller, Collin Allen Hunter Austin Stanley, Gabri- Dillon, Hunter Vincent Gerard el Emile Stant, Frank Salvador Dupre, John Nicholas Falcon, Tallia III, Jordyn Lynn Tantillo, Bryce Joseph Ferrara, Aaron Jimmy Martin Taylor III, Logan Vincent Flores, Zackery Arcai- Michael Thompson, Derik Tran, 2016 St. Michael Honor Graduates do Fortier, Christopher Roger Timmy Tran, Alberto Antonio Freese, Alison Taylor Garaudy, Valenzuela, Britley Dru Wells, Congratulations Class of 2016! Shannon Barbara Garrety, Abby Destiny Treniece Williams and 17521 Monitor Ave. • Baton Rouge, LA • 225-753-9782 • www.smhsbr.org Marie Gaudet, Reagan Claire Tomiek Týell Williams. 4B The Catholic Commentator CLASS OF 2016 May 27, 2016 Catholic High School graduates 231 students

Catholic High School of Baton Duke, Phillip Duffy Duncan III, as Hunt, Parker James Hunt, Rouge held its graduation cer- Joshua Charles Dupuis, Christian Charles Colt Reese Hurst, Jena- emony Saturday, May 21 at the Brian Dyess, and Raphael Barney ro Rasheed James II, Ryan Mi- Baton Rouge River Center Arena. Eaglin II. chael Jeanfreau, Demeco Dekel Valedictorian for the Class of And Eric Blaine Edmonson Jr., Johnson, Tarick Darius Johnson, 2016 is Parkes Peltier Winder. Sa- Kenneth Paul Edwards, Brandon Rajbir Kapany, Brenner Charles lutatorian is Carson Montgomery Jerrel Fairbanks, Brian Christo- Keaton, Chandler Patrick Kelle- Piontek. pher Fairbanks, Keegan Thomas her, Jeffrey Joseph Kelley, Nich- Also graduating were André Ferachi, Kennedy Charles Fe- olas Drew Kellner and Hudson Cary Aguillard, Michael Paul An- rachi, Benjamin Thomas Fer- Brandt Kirkpatrick. naloro, Kade Saurage Ashy, Jason rell Jr., Michael David Knotts And Bryce Lawrence Klein- Blaine Attuso Jr., Jared Michael Focht, Brett Nicholas Fontaine, peter, Bailey Christopher Landry, Barrilleaux, Andrew Michael Jason William Francioni, Toli- Patrick Joseph Landry, Christo- Barrios, Spencer Jeffrey Baudi- ver Stevenson Freeman, Jona- pher Ray LeBlanc, Conner Todd er, Jonathan Karl Bernard, Alex than Michael Fresina, Joseph LeBlanc, Ethan Joseph LeBleu, John Bertrand, Vincent Joseph Patrick Gaudin, Preston Joseph Brendan James LeDuff, Rob- Bianca, Blair Patrick Bogan, Con- Parkes Peltier Winder Carson Montgomery Piontek Gautreau, Jorge Getz-Garcia, ert Evans Lee, William Arthur nor James Bollich, Colin Murray Valedictorian Salutatorian Jack Winston Godbery, William Lee, Jace Matthew LeJeune, Bone, William Jacob Borne, Con- Burruss, Connor Lewis Burruss, Also Peyton Todd Cooley, Montgomery Grammer, Michael Kole James Lemoine, Ross Luc- nor Hiram Bowen, Wayles Bak- George Gregory Caballero II, Philip Andrew Core, Roman Ber- Breton Green, Daniel John Guil- ien Lemoine, Stephen Marshall er Bradley III, Matthew Charles Logan Michael Caillouet, Pat- nardo Corripio, Clinton Joseph beau, Daniel Grant Gunn and Lemoine, Brent Michael Loga- Bremer, David Ian Brian, Austin rick Ross Leslie Campesi, Sam- Craig, Cameron Ross Crochet, William Benjamin Hackney. rbo, Samuel Phillip Lovretich, Michael Brock, Nicholas Asher uel Paul Cancienne Jr., Richard Michael Salvatore Culotta, Ben- Also Lawrence Victor Hamil- Charles Brennan Major, Blake Brooksher and Chase Christian Nikolas Carley, John Nicholas jamin Blake Curtis, Nicholas Cole ton III, Brendan Fisher Hardin, Joseph Mancuso, Mason Randall Brouillette. Carville, Christopher Michael Danna, Nicholas Walter Davies, Daniel Robert Heltz, Brian Jo- Mann and Brian Andrew Man- And Thomas Joseph Brous- Castel, Arthur Jules Chassaignac, Michael Ronnie Delatte, Den- seph Herry, Kenneth Tullio Hin- thei. sard, Bailey Heck Brown, Mat- Samuel Harper Chastain, Bran- ver Ross Denison, Brennon Kole gle, Benjamin Charbonnet Hold- Also Jackson Werner Marcin, thew James Browning, Walter don Jude Chatelain, Tanner Paul Denny, Nigel Jarrod Despinasse, en, Frank Graham Holloway, William Neal Mathews, Miles Anthony Joseph Bueche, Bren- Chauncy, Miles Christopher Cole- John Joseph Donner, Drake Ste- Jacob Adam Honore, Michael Louis McLindon, Justin Mont nan Patrick Burke, Caleb William man and Grant Michael Conway. phen Dugas, Joshua Alexander Morgan Hubbell, Grayson Thom- SEE CHS PAGE 8B May 27, 2016 CLASS OF 2016 The Catholic Commentator 5B 9 St. Joseph's Academy holds its 2016 graduation

St. Joseph’s Academy gradu- Cole Catherine Dunnam, Emily Michael Poché and Delanna Liz- ation was held Sunday, May 22 Elizabeth Durio, Allison Car- abeth Broussard Poiencot. at the Baton Rouge River Center olyn Edwards, Colleen Claire Also Ava Catherine Politz, Arena. Eisenbraun and Grace Anne Ei- Bailey Anne Polson, Emily For the Class of 2016, Car- serloh. Elizabeth Poole, Amy Eliza- oline Elizabeth Matthews was Also Abigail Elizabeth Ellis, beth Powell, Hannah Nicole designated valedictorian and Savannah Sue Esteve, Alex- Prejean, Leslie Claire Purpera, Ashley Marie Roy salutatorian. is Christine Falcon, Annaliesa Skylar Mackenzie Quartararo, Others in the Class of 2016 Renee Fanguy, Allyson Elise Emily Ann Rapp, Grace Eliza- include Madison Claire Acaldo, Farris, Kaci Marie Favaro, Er- beth Reames, Mary Catherine Miranda Beth Acaldo, Kennedy ica Elise Fertitta, Claire Anne Reinschmidt, Lily Anastasia Shaye Achord, Danielle Rebec- Fisher, Emily Elizabeth Flores, Rennhoff, Avery Elisabeth Rich- ca Adams, Allison Reed Adler, Madeline Elise Ford, Lauren ardson, Sydne Michael Rig- Natalie Marie Aguillard, Gloria Kate Foshee, Caroline Michelle by, Emily Renee Riviere, Julia Elisa Alvarado, Alyssa Rose An- Fourroux, Cecilia Angelle Full- Grace Roane, Grace Kellye Rog- ders, Andie Elizabeth Anseman, er, Raegan Mackenzie Gallegos, ers, Natalie Elizabeth Roppolo, Delia Ann-Lang Ardoin, Anna Elizabeth Joy Garner, Riana Olivia Lynn Ruffino, Emily Ann Fay Ashford, Mary Katherine Marie Gaudet, Claire McKay Caroline Elizabeth Matthews Ashley Marie Roy Rumfola and Abigail Grace Saia. Audiffred, Caroline Paige Babin, Gauthier, Jenny Tameka Chris- Valedictorian Salutatorian And Alejandra Beatriz San- Rowan Edaire Baird, Francesca tina Gautier, Victoria Lee Geiger chez, Whitney Estelle Say, Ce- Elizabeth Baker, Julia Louise and Fallon Francis Gerald. Elizabeth Marcus. ery, Emily Mary Moore, Sophie cilia Jane Schexnayder, Car- Baronet, Hannah Elise Barril- And Allie Marie Godso, Ash- Also Madelynn Isabella Marie Moran and Kylie Brianne oline Groves Schroeder, Elise leaux, Katherine Landry Barton, ley Nicole Gremillion, Madison Florence Marks, Caroline Elise Morazan. Nicole Schuyten, Marie Claire Lauryn Nicole Bass and Aman- Elizabeth Grob, Sarah Catherine Martin, Amie Marie Marti- And Kellie Marie Mounger, Scioneaux, Gabrielle Marie da Doris Bell. Guarisco, Katie Claire Guillo- nez, Isabelle Brooks Maxwell, Anna Celine Nasser, Ali Michelle Sheets, Elizabeth Anne Sicard, And Sarah Elizabeth Bellue, ry, Victoria Elizabeth Guitreau, Ashley Michelle Mayer, Lillian Neck, Emily Louise Neck, Taylor Molly Elizabeth Sides, Brooke Katherine Gaye Belou, Caroline Claire Elaine Hadlock, Kath- Roques Mayhall, Lauren Nicole Michelle Norris, Aniko Alicia Elizabeth Christina Smith, Elizabeth Bergeron, Grace Ma- erine Drusilla Harelson, Mary McFarland, Gabriella Elizabeth Nowakowski, Hannah Sebas- Meagan Gaither Smith, Maci rie Bienvenu, Clayton Elizabeth Elizabeth Harrel, Aleah Jules McLemore, Kylie Elizabeth tian Oatley, Katelin Ann Olinde, Danatta Smothers, Ivy Kather- Black, Mallory Marie Blanchard, Harris, Molly Frances Harris, McNamara, Maria Angelety Caroline Elizabeth Olivier, Na- ine Souter, Ysabella Carmen St. Victoria Lynne Bloise, Sophia Alexis Monet Hart, Valencia Ol- Mengis, Amy Elizabeth Miller, talie Alise Olsen, Lindsay Marie Amant, Elise Marie Sterling, Cecile Bologna, Caroline Ada ivia Henderson, Ashlyn Marie Mary Grace Miller, Sarah Louise Ortego, Katherine Joyce Oubre, Tristan Marie Stewart, Caroline Bondy, Jeanne Bronier Boyce, Hindrichs, Melanie Anne Hole- Miller, Mackenzie Theresa Mire, Sara Camille Panepinto, Cather- Elizabeth Stoewer, Haley Nicole Eva Juniper Braud, Kaitlun Mi- man, Gabrielle Victoria Hollier, Michaela Mary Mitchell, Sarah ine Noelle Pearson, Laura Jean Sylvester, Amelia Aline Talbot chelle Bridges, Lindsey Michelle Franki Lynn Holmes, Hannah Rose Modica, Paige Elizabeth Piccoli, Angelle Marie Plauche, and Avery Elizabeth Talbot. Brierre, Olivia Frances Brown, Grace Honoré, Courtlyn Nicole Modicut, Grace Anne Montgom- Mary Hannah Plumlee, Emma SEE SJA PAGE 7B Alaina Claire Bruce, Katherine Hood and Kayleigh Elizabeth Marie Brunet, Natalie Marie Hoppe. Bush, AlainaThe Nicole graduating Canaday, classAlso Carly of 2016Elizabeth Hub- The graduating Class of 2016 at Anna Claire Capdevielle and bard, Callie Renae Hunt, Olivia Madison Nichole Carlson. atCatherine Hymel, Mary Michael Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School Also Kristian Alexandra Ibert, Khoury Myhand Ieyoub, Caruso, LauraAscension Elizabeth Cas- CatholicKelsey Elizabeth Di- Jarreau, Par- had 33 members. tille, Samantha Lucia Castro, ish Eileen Jarreau, Olivia Rose Nicole Theresaocesan Catalano, Regional Chloe Johnson, SchoolNicole Ann Jones, Hope Cates, Claire Mariehad Char33 -members.Jessica Katherine Katzmarzyk, pentier, Ashley Engel Chastain, Clare Noel Kelsey, Margaret Kelly Ngoc Chau, Riley Carson Ann Kimble, Olivia Grace King, Chustz, Sullyn Angelle Clou- Eleanor Marie Koonce, Alanna det, Taylor Michelle Coleman, René Kowal, Haley Catherine O’Tallay Irene Collins, Danielle Kraus, Caroline Marie Kurzweg, Christy Conti, Chapman Kay- Brooke Nicole Laird, Claire Ma- lynn Cooper, Claire Elizabeth rie Lakvold and Adrienne Carole Cordell, Caroline Renee Cothern Lambert. and Mary Casey Countryman. 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TO THE ST. JOSEPH’S ACADEMY CLASS OF 2016

The Class of 2016 was offered admission to 98 colleges & universities. $21.4 million in scholarship money was offered to 67.5 percent of the Class of 2016 (does not include TOPS consecutive year for college credits information. TOPS data is not yet available for the Class of 2016) 27th earned at LSU Spring Invitational. 113 AMDA - College and Conservatory Georgetown College North Carolina State University Spring Hill College Honors Program University of Louisiana at Monroe of the Performing Arts Gustavus Adolphus College Northwestern State University of St. Edward’s University University of Louisiana Lafayette Arizona State University Hendrix College Louisiana St. Edward’s University Honors Program University of Michigan Auburn University High Point University Our Lady of the Lake College St. Olaf College University of Mississippi Auburn University Honors College Howard University Our Lady of the Lake University of Texas A&M University University of Mississippi McDonnell- Baton Rouge Community College Knox College San Antonio Texas Christian University Barksdale Honors College Baylor University LIM College Pace University, New York City Texas Christian University Roach University of Missouri Baylor University Honors Program Louisiana Scholars’ College at Parsons School of Design-The New School Honors College University of Missouri Kansas City Belhaven University Northwestern State University Pepperdine University The Ohio State University University of Nebraska Lincoln Belmont Abbey College Louisiana State University Pepperdine University Regents Tulane University University of Nevada, Las Vegas Belmont University Louisiana State University Eunice Scholars Program Tulane University Honors Program University of New Orleans Beloit College Louisiana State University of Alexandria Rhodes College United States Air Force Academy University of New Orleans Honors Birmingham-Southern College Louisiana State University Ogden Roanoke College Preparatory School Program Birmingham-Southern College Harrison Honors College Rochester Institute of Technology University of Alabama University of Notre Dame Honors Program Louisiana Tech University Saint Leo University University of Alabama at Birmingham University of Oklahoma Boston College Louisiana Tech University Honors Saint Louis University University of Alabama at University of Oklahoma Scholars Program Boston College Carroll School of Program Samford University Birmingham Honors College University of Oregon Management Honors Program Loyola University New Orleans Samford University Scholars Program University of Alabama Honors College University of South Alabama Centenary College of Louisiana Loyola University Honors Program Sarah Lawrence College University of Arizona University of South Carolina Clemson University Marymount Manhattan College Savannah College of Art and Design University of Colorado Boulder University of South Florida Colorado Christian University Marymount University Sewanee The University of the South University of Colorado University of Southern Mississippi Emory University Millsaps College Southeastern Louisiana University Boulder Honors Program University of Southern Mississippi Honors College Emory University-Oxford College Mississippi College Southern Methodist University University of Dallas University of Utah European Business School London Mississippi State University Southern Methodist University Cox School University of Denver University of Virginia Flagler College Mississippi State University Shackouls of Business Scholars Program, Honors University of Georgia Vassar College Florida State University Honors College Program and Pre-Law Scholars Program University of Georgia Honors Wartburg College Fordham University New York University Southern University Program Washington and Lee University Furman University Nicholls State University Spring Hill College University of Houston Xavier University of Louisiana

3015 Broussard Street (225) 383-7207 Recognized three times as a U.S. Department SJA has a non-discriminatory Baton Rouge, LA 70808 www.sjabr.org of Education Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. admissions policy. May 27, 2016 CLASS OF 2016 The Catholic Commentator 7B 9 St. Michael holds graduation St. Michael High School's graduation was held Friday, May 20 at the Baton Rouge Riv- er Center Arena. Lauren Elizabeth Reed was selected valedictorian and Colin Joseph Shortess salutatorian. Included in the Class of 2016 were Emily Marie Alfieri, Michael Joseph Alfred, Ra- chel Alyce Armstrong, Braden Sarah Ann Elliott William Smith Jewell Nicholas Aucoin, James Wil- Valedictorian Valedictorian liam Avault IV, Samantha Raye Badame, Esther Claire Badon, Madeline Michelle Bailey, David Eric Bell, Amari Victoria Bel- Lauren Elizabeth Reed Colin Joseph Shortess lard, Cameron Reed Bennett, Valedictorian Salutatorian Rachel Elizabeth Bergeron, Breezy Lynne Berteau, Robert Also Kristen Hope Hernan- die Marie Otterstetter, Victoria Alexander Beuerle, Paige Reneé dez, Margaret Mary Hoover, Ann Ourso, Bradley Alan Palm- Boudreaux, Claire Elizabeth Kylie Marie Johnson, Ashley er, Davon Shamar Parker, Ra- Bowman, Taylor Alysse Boykin, Michelle Johnson, Anna Ma- chel Conover Parker, Brandon Bradley James Walls Brignac, rie Jones, Hannah McGuire Michael Perrien, Caitlin Elise Madison Marion Brooks and Keltner, Carly Rae Kimbrough, Pethke, Larissa Marie Powers, Michael Edwin Buckley Jr. Rachel Alyce Lachney, Jacob Jessie Marie Quantrille, Robert Also Stella Rae Burke, An- Anthony LaCour, Anna Grace Manuel Quiroga and Julia Eliz- drew Joseph Button Jr., Jack Landry, Annalise Claire La- abeth Robe. Ellis Caballero, Courtney Xiao- Savia, Jacob Thomas Lassei- And Dustin Charles Robill- bei Calvaruso, Jeremiah Lloyd gne, Benjamin Joseph Lauman, ard, Rebecca Michelle Robin- Masyn Inell Cameron Reed Mark Smith Campbell, Bryan Alexander Claire Elizabeth Lavastida, son, Ian Matthew Rogowski, Salutatorian Salutatorian Cary, Carolyn Amber Maria Schyler Marie Lee, John Mi- Brett Joseph Ross, Hayden Al- Celestin, Anthony Riess Coll, chael Leggio, Jasmine Kenelle exander Salles, Vanessa Paola Carlye Nicole Conrad, Vincent Mackson, Alexander Matthew Sanders, Katherine Rees Sauc- Louis Cook, Samantha Nicole Madere, Steven Austin Maestas, ier, Jordan Nicole Schexnayder, Catholic of Pointe Copeland, Landon Michael Connor Daniel Mains and Avery Elizabeth Anne Seidenglanz, Cormier, Daniel Joseph Crifa- Robin Malatesta. Victoria Leigh Simmons, Kyle si, Jonathan Paul Culivan, Av- And Shelby Lee Manuel, Patrick Simpson, Reagan Claire Coupée graduates 56 ery Michael Dearman, Camille Laken Kathleen Marionneaux, Skidmore, Marianne Whitman Grace DeBenedetto, Paige Beth- Chandler Reed Matlosz, Emily Smith, Michael Robert Smith, any Didier, Alexander Joseph Anne Matzke, Ian Conor McCool, Bennett Wade Smith, Gabriel Catholic of Pointe Coupée line Lenora Fourrier, Ryland Do, Cameron Alexander Duhon, Clarissa Charmagne McGarner, Paul Soileau, Trenton Jay Spino- High School held its gradu- Elizabeth Frey, Olivia Gail Alexandra Cheri Dupuis and Clarence Emile McGarner Jr., sa, Benjamin Dale Steib, Dever- ation ceremony Friday, May Fulmer, Abram Jude Glaser, Monet Ishanel Ealy. Katie Nicole McKinney, Arthur eaux Lea Stevison and Peyton 13 at St. Mary of False River Tyler Marie Grezaffi, Samu- And Philip Matthew Eck- Patrick Messina, Matthew Jo- John Stone. Church. el Edward Guidroz and Bret ert, Erin Gwin Ellison, James seph Miller, Zachary Dane Mill- Also Madison Elizabeth Tay- Selected as valedictorians Louis Hawkins. Anthony Ensminger, Jacob er, Arthur Thomas Miller, Colin lor, Autumn Reneé Thomas, were Sarah Ann Elliott and Also Bailey Elise Jarreau, Maxwell Etue, Meagan Renee Mark Mix, Philip Robert Morley, Robert Zachary Tyler Tolbert, William Smith Jewell. Se- Daphney Elizabeth Jarreau, Fabacher, Cody Robert Fife, Beau David Morris, Tyler Mi- Autumn-Skye Rita Tollefson, lected as salutatorians were Trenton Joseph Jarreau, Wy- Brennan James Frederick, Mat- kal Morrison, Brooke Morgan Hope Reneé Troxclair, Alec Dale Masyn Inell Cameron and att Aaron Jarreau, Jené Le- thew Jacob Gegg, Austyn Lee Mougeot, Narenae Azad Mouta- Tull, Keagan Kaliek Valdry, Brit- Reed Mark Smith. anne Langlois, Joshua David Germany, Lauryn Alexandra fian, Maxx Robin Musemeche, tni Leigh Venable, Susan Marie Completing the Class of Langlois, Haley Elizabeth Le- Goff, Chase Michael Gomez, Madeline Frances Newchurch, Verdin, Lucas Phat Vo, Jenni- 2016 were Tracy James Au- Jeune, Sabrina Ann LeJeune, Brandi Marie Gosserand, Mad- Catherine Georgia Nguyen and fer Trinh Vu, Daniel Manh Phi coin, Katelyn Marie Bellelo, Taylor Nicole LeJeune, Logan ison Mary-Elizabeth Graham, Thomas Tai Nguyen. Vu, Anthony Washington Jr., Garrett George Bradley, Ja- Christopher Maggio, Carley Nicholas Joseph Grass, Hai- Also Brandon Khoi Nguyen, Jordan Blake Weber, Ashlee cob Landry Bradley, Han- Jo Major, William Holden ley Nadine Gros, Julian Paul Duc Minh Nguyen, Renee Yen Rae Weigand, Nathan William nah Nicole Cannon, Kaitlyn Melancon and Jordan Blaise Guillory, Drew Caston McNabb Nhi Nguyen, Jayla Jean No- Welsh, Rebekah Leigh Wil- Nicole Chenevert, Joseph Moore. Harrell, Patrice DéShae Harris, testine, Rachel Celeste Odom, loughby, Sabree Monet Wilson, Thomas Chustz, Molly Eliza- And Jasmine Huyen Thuy Carly Noelle Hebert and Zacha- Miranda Jade O’Neal, Joy Barrick Leonhard Wittmann beth Cline and Jared Arthur Nguyen, Madeline Claire ry Tyler Heritage. Nneamaka Onwuzuligbo, Ad- and Nejad Mouin Yazbeck. Clinton. Olinde, Lucas Carl Patin, And Jared Stephan Collins Luke Isaac Peebles, Troy Jr., Rebeca Vaughn Cortes, Kristian Pichon Jr., Megan SJA Pelt, Stormi Noel Verret, Carly Elizabeth Vick- John Haydn Crochet, Emma Lynn Potts, Mason Joseph From page 5B nair, Katherine Marie Vukovics, Elise Michelle Marie Daigrepont, Alexis Ramagos, Casey Lorraine Weinfurter, Eleanor Claire Whitfield, Madelyn D'Neigh Davenport, Abbey Riché, Boyd Gerard Smith, Also Elizabeth Nicole Talbot, Taylor Reneé Kaye Wilks, Catherine Isabel Williams, Whitney Eloise Devillier, Tristan Wal- Devin Clay Soulier, Hailey Tanoos, Avery Anne Terrell, Katelynn Maire Marie Williston, Ashlyn Everett Womack, Emi- lace Dorgan, Austin Luke Du- Michelle Thibodeaux, Bailey Thompson, Caroline Alysse Thornton, Grace ly Ann Wood, Claire Ellis Woodward, Victoria cote, Madeline Elise Elliott, Joy Vandegrift and Mathew Elizabeth Toups, Natalie Adele Toups, McKenzie Anne Woodward, Katharine Lynn Wysocki and Cade Morris Forbes, Made- Joseph Williams. Layne Tucker-Gosnell, Madeline Elizabeth Van Asa J. Young. 8B The Catholic Commentator CLASS OF 2016 May 27, 2016

CHS  Louis Mouk, Najib Robert Mou- Matthew Quartano, Alexander ambra, Peter Joseph Sclafani IV, an, Michael Paul Tramonte Jr., From page 4B karzel, Nathan Peter Musso and Brian Quebedeaux, Kevin Nich- Mark Jacob Shaheen, Gwynn Eric Nguyen Tran, Richard Tran, Ray James Nebel Jr., olas Quebedeaux, Grant Nicholas Lance Shamlin III, Demarcus Ethan Michael Treigle, Brennan McNeely Jr., Tom Joffre Meek And Benjamin Jacob Noto, Rembert, Payton Douglas Reyn- Charles Shepherd, Robert Davis Kade Triche, Devin Matthew Tul- III, Andrew Boyd Melancon, An- Austin James Odom, Grant Ful- olds, Luke Latour Richardson Shill, Eric Richard Simpson, Jo- lier, Joshua Matthew Tuminello, drew Blake Messina, Sean Riley ton Odom, Jordi Enrique Osu- and Frederick Colin Robinson. seph Braeden Smith, Josh Har- Peter Raoul Tumminello, Carlos Methvin, Austin Patrick Michiels, na, Taylor Paul Pastorek, Tyrone Also Pablo Andres Rosas, ris Smith, Brandon Kyle Snyder, Antonio Turner III, Nicholas Paul Matthew Paul Miller, Matthew Ledell Payne, Stewart Brannon Matthew Robert Ruiz, Brandon Ivan Anthony Songné and Joseph Uzee, Marcus Stephen Vasquez, Masaaki Miyagi, Brian Thomas Perilloux, Jeffrey Valdemar Michael Ruth, Ronnie Deshun Nicholas Sotile. Connor Hilton Waits, John Chris- Montagnino, Matthew Joseph Poché Jr., Davis Joseph Polito, Sanfie Jr., Joshua Allen Sardis- And Landon Bryant St. Ange- tian Walker, Tyler Joseph Wallis, Morales, Benjamin Robert Mor- Patrick Joseph Popadic, Henry co, Brady William Sartain, Val lo, Joseph Daniel Stassi, Nathan John Forrest Ward IV, Tristan gan, Martin Tate Morris, John Gaither Pope, Brett Matthew Pre- Joseph Saurage Jr., Grant Jo- James Stephens, Patrick James James Welch, Tyler Michael Sylvester Morvant IV, Edward jean, Chase Hugh Priest, Brian seph Sceroler, Robert Paul Sci- Stephens, William Thomas Stout, Werner, William Arthur White- Nicholas James Strate, Parker head III, Taylor Joseph Wigley, Alexander Sulik, Jesse Wood Bailey Blaine Sayer Wilburn, Theriot, Mark Alexander Thibo- Tristan Dee Williams, Grant Jo- deaux, Trevor Wyatt Thibodeaux, seph Wills, Connor Scott Wilson, Jack Peyton Thomas, Dylan Earl Jacob Marshall Wilson, Kevin Thompson, Grant Joseph Thomp- Lamar Wilson Jr., Mason Glenn son, Brent Anthony Torres, Da- Wilson, John Curtis Wood IV, vid Paul Toups, Rhett O’Gwynn Joshua Ethan Worley and Adam Townsend, Ryan Patrick Trah- Whitfield Yarbro. Four seminarians earn degrees from St. Joseph Seminary Four seminarians for the Di- ceived a Completion Certificate ocese of Baton Rouge graduated for the Ordination Preparation with their bachelor’s degree on Program and Danny Roussel Friday, May 13 from St. Joseph received a Completion Certifi- Seminary, St. Benedict. cate for the Pre-Theology Pro- They are Mathew Thomas gram from Notre Dame Semi- Dunn, Nicholas Chase Lyons, nary. Chase Michael Rodrigue and Also, graduating with a Mas- James Michael Wallbillich. ter of Arts in Theological Stud- All four will continue their ies from the Diocese of Baton studies in the fall at Notre Dame Rouge were Ryan C. Carruth of Seminary in New Orleans. Baton Rouge and Scott Lindsey APPLY Deacon Edwin Martin re- Smith Jr. of New Roads. Three from diocese graduate Three students from the Dio- They are Nicholas Lee Rob- Now cese of Baton Rouge will receive ins, Prairieville; Richard Cade their diplomas from St. Stanis- Harkrider, Zachary; and Kea- laus College Prep Saturday, May ton Joseph Turnipseed, Baton 28. 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