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FIVE MEN ORDAINED AS DEACONS 2 Catholic Times May 13, 2018

Editor’s reflections by Doug Bean Celebrate and keep praying for more vocations

Ordinations are a sight to behold. porting a chronic shortage of To see young men follow a calling to the holy Catholic chaplains in the Air priesthood is a tremendous gift for the Catholic Force. Since 9/11, the num- Church and for the world. ber of active-duty U.S. mili- The Diocese of Columbus was blessed this tary chaplains in all branches past weekend to have five men -- Brian Beal, PJ of service has fallen from more than 400 to 205. Brandmarti, Bryant Haren, Kyle Tennant and Catholics comprise 25 percent of the armed forces Chris Yakkel -- ordained as transitional deacons but only six percent of military chaplains. by Bishop Frederick Campbell at St. Ca- According to the Air Force, 59 current- ly on active duty minister to 80,000 Catholic thedral. They now have one year in seminary to go Bishop Frederick Campbell and Deacon Chris Yakkel at before entering the ranks of the holy priesthood. the Handing On of the Book of the Gospels during the airmen, which computes to about one for Two weeks from now, five other men from this CT photo by Ken Snow every 1,350 Catholics in the military worldwide, and that figure does not include families of mili- diocese will be ordained as priests at Westerville positive word or suggestion could be the tipping St. Paul Church. That will be a special moment tary personnel. point for someone who needs a final nudge or re- While the numbers sound discouraging, the Arch- not just for the five, their parents and their fami- assurance to become a priest, or brother. lies, but for all of the faithful. diocese for the Military Services’ vocations of- Religious orders are also in need of candidates. fice paints a more promising picture. The ranks of Thank God that He has called men to minister And the need is even greater for chaplains to co-sponsored seminarians have risen from seven to His people, transmit the faith, offer the sacra- serve in the military. in 2008 to a record 42 this year. To facilitate voca- ments, provide spiritual counsel, assist in saving Yakkel, one of the new deacons, hopes to serve in tions, the Archdiocese for the Military Services is souls, and perform countless other works of mer- the U.S. Air Force after he is ordained a priest in focusing on active-duty servicemen who express cy. It can be said there is no more important this 2019 and completes three years of pastoral service an interest in the priesthood and inviting them to side of heaven. Physicians heal bodies on earth, in his home diocese. Yakkel’s father, Ron, is a re- join the co-sponsored seminarian program as part but priests can help heal souls for eternity while tired USAF colonel. of a partnership with dioceses and religious com- acting in the person of Christ, or persona Christi. “I’m grateful to God for this incredible gift munities around the country. And thank God for so many people who pray for which He has given me,” Yakkel said in an an- In 2018, three of the co-sponsored men will be seminarians and for the men and women either nouncement from the Archdiocese for the Mili- ordained as priests. Five more, including Yakkel, in formation or discerning religious life. Without tary Services, USA. “It is a wonderful vocation, will join them next year. Another 11 priests in re- question, they appreciate the prayers, and there’s and I feel truly blessed to have been entrusted serve status will phase into active duty during the no doubt those powerful prayers are being heard. with such a great responsibility by Our Lord. I next three years. It’s no secret that there’s a great need for priests. am anxious to begin diaconal ministry and I look Five men are scheduled to enter the co-spon- But don’t despair. Our Lord promised to take care forward to continued formation in preparation for sored seminarian program in the fall. Others who of the one holy, catholic and apostolic Church that priestly ordination next year. I would also like might be interested in a vocation to the military He established on earth. to express my gratitude for my family, friends, are invited to reach out to www.milarch.org/vo- You’ve undoubtedly heard all of the suggestions and the Church universal for their many prayers cations or contact the vocations director, Father to make consecrated life more attractive. Remove which have assisted me in getting to this point.” Aiden Logan, O.C.S.O, by email at vocations@ the celibacy requirement. Allow priests to marry Archbishop Timothy Broglio, J.C.D., a Cleve- milarch.org or by calling 202-719-3600. and have children of their own. Ordain women. land native who is head of the Archdiocese for Anyone interested in inquiring about opportu- And so on. the Military Services, came to Columbus for the nities in the Columbus diocese should contact All of that is noise. What we need to do is en- deacon ordination last Friday evening to concele- the Vocations Office here at 614-221-5565 or courage young people with good spiritual qual- brate with Bishop Campbell. email the vocations director, Father Paul Noble, ities to consider a possible calling from God. A The Archdiocese for the Military Services is re- at [email protected].

Bishop Frederick F. Campbell, DD, PhD ­~ President & Publisher CATHOLIC Doug Bean ~ Editor ([email protected]) Tim Puet ~ Reporter ([email protected]) TIMES Alexandra Keves ~ Graphic Design Manager Copyright © 2018. All rights reserved. ([email protected]) Front Page photo: Catholic Times (USPS 967-000) (ISSN 745-6050) is the official Mailing Address: 197 E. Gay St., Columbus OH 43215 newspaper of the Catholic Diocese of Columbus, Ohio. It is Editorial/Advertising: (614) 224-5195 FAX (614) 241-2518 Five seminarians were ordained as deacons for the Diocese of Columbus on May 4 at St. published weekly 45 times per year with exception of every other Joseph Cathedral. Pictured are (from left) Monsignor Christopher Schreck of the Pontifi- week in June, July and August and the week following Christmas. Subscriptions (614) 224-6530 FAX (614) 241-2573 Subscription rate: $25 per year, or call and make arrangements cal College Josephinum, Deacon Brian Beal, Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio of the Military Archdiocese USA, Deacon Chris Yakkel, Bishop Frederick Campbell, Deacon Bryant Haren, with your parish. Postage Paid at Columbus, OH 43218. ([email protected]) Deacon Kyle Tennant, Father Paul Noble and Deacon PJ Brandmarti. CT photo by Ken Snow Postmaster: Send address changes to Catholic Times, 197 E. Gay St., Columbus, OH 43215. Please allow two to four weeks for change of address. May 13, 2018 Catholic Times 3 Red at the Cathedral

The annual Red Mass for those involved in the legal and justice professions was celebrated on Tuesday, May 1, which was also Law Day, at Columbus St. Joseph Cathedral by Bishop Frederick Campbell. In attendance were justices and magistrates representing the Ohio Supreme Court, Franklin County Court of Common Pleas and the Franklin County Municipal Court (pictured above). The Columbus Division of Police Color Guard and Pipes & Drums Corps (lower left) led the procession before Mass. Father Robert Kitsmiller (upper left), who served as the homilist, said, “Today we ask God’s blessing upon the very important arena of law and government. We recognize that law and government are necessary for peace and justice in our society. They are ordained by God for our benefit, and those who work in this arena answer a noble call and undertake a solemn responsibility to serve God’s people with honor and truth. … We pray to the Holy Spirit that those who serve in this capacity will be inspired by the divine law that God reveals, and that they will be nurtured by a deeply understanding heart to lead and judge accordingly.” In a special ceremony, attorney Alphonse P. Cincione, president of the Society, presented Bishop Campbell with the Thomas More Award for his service and support (lower right). 4 Catholic Times May 13, 2018

Faith in Action By Mark Huddy I Shall Not Pass This Way Again, I Hope! I have become old enough to have my first attack of sciatica, a radiating pain that runs the length of the sciatic nerve, from the lumbar vertebrae through the hips and backside, down the leg and into the foot. It is a deep and unrelenting pain that has been constant since April 20th when it came without warning. The toes on my left foot are numb and I have a funny gait. It has been very difficult to sleep for more than two or three hours before the pain forces me to get up and try to exhaust myself so that I can go back to sleep. Obianuju Ekeocha was a presenter at the Columbus Catholic Women’s Conference in February at the Cardinal Center on the state fairgrounds. Until this event occurred, I was a stranger to chronic pain. I do not like it. I have sought help from an orthopedic doctor who has prescribed some oral steroids, muscle relaxants and physical therapy. He says the “Uju” to speak at Greater Columbus pain usually resolves in six weeks. I cannot envision soldiering through for six weeks. And the scariest part, is asking the question what happens if it Right to Life banquet doesn’t go away. Obianuju Ekeocha will present tions, and philanthropists seek the keynote address at the Great- to impose acceptance of contra- Because pain in the early stages makes you more alert, I have become er Columbus Right to Life’s an- ception, abortion, and divorce more aware that there are many people who live with unremitting pain. nual banquet on Monday, June on African nations in return for In the last two weeks I have met two people that suffer from fibromy- 11, at the Villa Milano Banquet much-needed aid. algia and who described the incredible pain they bear, with the apparent & Conference Center, 1630 Ekeocha has quickly become knowledge that medical treatment has its limits and the pain can not be Schrock Road, in Columbus. one of the most sought-after further reduced or relieved. My friend Lloyd has an illness that has left him Doors will open at 6 p.m., and Catholic and pro-life voices weak, unsteady and unable to work. He has consulted many doctors to no the program and meal will start around the world because of avail. We all know family members or co-workers who live with painful, at 6:30. her unique perspective, resolute debilitating conditions. We also know the importance of offering prayers There is no cost to attend the stance, and loving approach. and our own little sufferings to God on their behalf. banquet. An invitation to support She has advised legislators, UN Between 2 and 4 am, I am spending a lot of my time awake, and I have GCRTL will be extended after Ambassadors and other decision the program. makers on pro-life issues. She been thinking about people who bear different types of chronic pain, pain has also worked closely with inflicted by structural racism, pain suffered as a result of the trauma of Obainuju Ekeocha, or “Uju” for short, is an African woman and religious leaders from different growing up poor, or being in a family racked by drug abuse or alcoholism, African countries and has co-au- or having been incarcerated or a host of other things. And I think of how founder of Culture of Life Africa, an organization dedicated to the thored a number of pro-life dec- important every action is that can alleviate present suffering or identify its promotion of a Culture of Life in larations with various African causal elements in order to prevent the future suffering of others. Africa through the dissemination Catholic episcopal conferences. So in my late night ruminations, I also realize how important are the of information and education. In February, Ekeocha was one Church’s efforts to accompany those who are suffering. Sometimes that She is the author of the recently of the featured speakers at the accompaniment can bring an end to the suffering. By helping people see published book Target Africa, Columbus Catholic Women’s the racial divide that exists in this country, it can be bridged. By our Char- and the producer of the recent Conference. ities direct service and advocacy work, many of the obstacles of poverty, documentary, No Strings At- “We are excited to bring Uju social isolation, and addiction can be overcome. The mentors of ARCH, tached. She also orchestrated the back to Columbus where she will Accompanying Returning Citizens with Hope, walk with formerly incar- expose of illegal abortions in the share an in-depth look at Africa’s cerated members of our community and help them navigate the challeng- series, Killing Africa. Culture of Life, how we can help es associated with housing, employment, and daily life. Uju’s message is that “the most to protect it, and what we can precious gift that Africa can give learn from the people of Africa Sometimes our accompaniment can not end the suffering. Every day the to the world right now is our when it comes to restoring the Church ministers to the homebound, the hospitalized, the imprisoned and inherent culture of life. Most dignity of the human person here the dying, not to end those sufferings but to ease them by the loving pres- Africans understand the inesti- in the U.S.,” GCRTL executive ence of someone who cares. So the lesson of my sleepless nights is that mable value of human life, the director Beth Vanderkooi said. there is a lot of pain out there that needs a salve. If we can do something beauty of womanhood, the bless- “We are so excited about this about it, we must not let that opportunity pass us by. To learn more about ing of married life, and the gift event, and hope that many are ways to help, please call the Office for Social Concerns at 614-241-2540. of children.” This culture has able to join us.” Mark Huddy/Episcopal Moderator for Columbus Diocese been increasingly under attack Advance registration is request- from the West as policy makers, ed at www.gcrtl.org/banquet or coalitions, non-profit organiza- by calling 614-445-8508. May 13, 2018 Catholic Times 5 St. Vincent Family Center to honor London waste company discovers relic legacy of Monsignor Corcoran of St. Clement in the trash St. Vincent the near east side Catholic News Agency Around the year 90, he was raised Family Center of Columbus for You know the old saying -- one to the position of , following will honor the more than 140 person’s trash is another person’s Peter, Linus and Cletus. His writ- life and legacy of years. Since its 2,000-year-old sacred bone frag- ings reveal much about the early Monsignor Law- origin in 1875 as ment of an early pope. Church, but little about his own life. rence Corcoran a neighborhood An environmental waste company According to one account, he died and his tireless orphanage, St. in London, had a surprise in exile during the reign of the Em- work for those in Vincent Family discovery last week when they un- peror Trajan, who purportedly ban- need in the cen- Center has exist- covered a reliquary in the garbage ished Clement to Crimea and had tral Ohio com- ed as a safe hav- Jennifer Hanes-Dean Melissa Roshan Potter containing a bone of St. Clement, a him killed in retaliation for evange- munity at 11:30 en for children to Church Father and the fourth Pope. lizing the local people, around the a.m. Thursday, live, to heal, and The company, which posted about year 100. He is among the May 17 at COSI, 333 W. Broad St., in to feel loved. mentioned in the Roman Canon. Columbus. the discovery on their website April While the needs of the community 25, said they could not pinpoint the In 868, the Greek missionary St. This year’s Corcoran Awards will have evolved over time, the Family exact location that the relic cAme Cyril claimed to have recovered St. honor St. Vincent Family Center’s Center has remained true to its mission from, but they do know that it was Clement’s bones. longtime corporate partner and 2018 – to make good kids better. With quali- collected in the garbage somewhere So far, no one has reached out to presenting sponsor, Nationwide, ty treatment, love and care, the team at in central London. claim the relic, Rubin told the Huff- with the First Annual Difference St. Vincent Family Center lives its mis- ington Post. He added that he is seek- Maker Award. Also receiving SVFC sion day in and day out, helping more “You can imagine our amazement when we realized our clearance teams ing the help of a UK laboratory to Corcoran Awards are Head Start than 5,000 families each year on their had found bone belonging to a Pope – have the relic carbon dated to test its Mental Health Manager and family journey toward wellness. Despite pov- it’s not something you expect to see, authenticity. The bone fragment is in advocate Jennifer Hanes-Dean and erty, homelessness, hunger, trauma and even in our line of work,” James Ru- a wax-sealed case and includes an in- foster care alum and supporter Me- disadvantage, more than 90 percent of bin, owner of Enviro Waste, said in a scription that it is “from the bones of lissa Roshan Potter. children find hope and success at St. statement on the company’s website. St. Clement, Pope and Martyr.” SVFC’s 2018 Corcoran Awards Vincent Family Center. On their website, Enviro Waste has brings to light the remarkable work of “We often come across some weird It is with gratitude that St. Vincent set up an electronic suggestion box, the team at St. Vincent Family Center and wonderful things on clearances, Family Center will thank its neighbor- asking the public where the final and recognizes the community part- but we were definitely not expecting hood partners and bring awareness to to find a bone fragment of an apostle.” resting place of the relic should be. ners who make that work possible. the significant need for quality behav- “We know this is an important St. Vincent Family Center is one of ioral healthcare in the community. To St. Clement was a first-century piece of history and are keen to central Ohio’s leading experts in pe- learn more and support the children Christian thought to have been a of Sts. Peter and Paul. find the most appropriate place for diatric behavioral healthcare, serving and families at St. Vincent Family its final resting place, which is why the needs of children and families on Center, visit www.svfc.org. It is believed that St. Clement con- verted from Judaism to Catholicism. we’re asking for help from members He may have shared in some of the of the public,” Rubin said. missionary journeys of St. Peter or So far, suggestions have included St. Paul and assisted them in run- the British Museum or the Church Our Family Serving Yours... ning the Church at the local level. of St. Clement in Rome. Now for 5 Generations, Over 150 Years Correction - The Mass for the Solemnity of Corpus Christi on Sunday, June 3, as part of a special celebration at Co- lumbus Corpus Christi Church will begin at 10 a.m. A story in the May 6 Catholic Times listed the start time at 9 a.m. using information provided by the parish. 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Broad St. Specializing in Sunday bulletins and 614.451.5900 614.221.6665 Serving Columbus Diocese and others since 1974 6 Catholic Times May 13, 2018 Pastor’s role in visiting sick; Free legal advice offered Priest difficult to understand at Our Lady of Guadalupe Center Catholic Social Services and lated to immigration status. year, a single priest can- Our Lady of Guadalupe Center This will be an opportunity to not always do this, but have partnered in the Diocese receive complimentary legal ad- QUESTION & ANSWER in a number of parishes of Columbus with Advocates vice directly from an immigra- there is a “bereavement for Basic Legal Equality, Inc. tion attorney. by: FATHER KENNETH DOYLE team” that visits a griev- (ABLE) to provide free legal Catholic News Service ing family and can alert immigration consultations at 10 Attendees are asked to bring the priest to particular a.m. Saturday, May 19 at the any immigration documents situations that need his Center, 409 Industry Drive, Co- from the court, U.S. Citizenship . I read your col- licitously with the sacra- attention. lumbus. and Immigration Services (US- umn every week in ments and commending Q The free service will include CIS), ICE, or any other docu- our archdiocesan paper, their souls to God” (Can- . I am having a information about individuals’ ments related to an immigration and I have a question for on 529.1). Qdifficult time with rights during encounters with case. you. What is the role of So if the priest you the pastor we have here police or ICE (Immigration and For more information, call Our the parish priest at the speak of actually said in our parish. He is not Customs Enforcement) and also Lady of Guadalupe Center at time of the serious ill- that it was not his place a native American, has a provide answers to questions re- 614-340-7061. ness and death of a parish to reach out to a parish- strong accent and is very member? ioner who was seriously difficult to understand. I I recently lost my hus- ill, I respectfully -- but feel it is unfair that, be- St. Charles plans sports camps band after a long illness, strongly -- disagree. cause of this, our deacon Columbus St. Charles Prepara- 4-9; basketball shooting camp the last several months of He may have been con- has to preach so often, tory School will offer a number from July 2-3 for boys in grades which he was not able to cerned about not wanting and I fear that we may be of athletic camps this spring and 5-9; basketball camp from July attend Mass. The priest to “frighten” the person losing some of our youth summer for students from grades 9-12 for boys in grades 8-9 and never inquired about by showing up unan- as a result. I continue to two through eight. July 16-19 for boys in grades him, called him or came nounced, but that issue attend Mass every week- Those will include speed and 5-7; volleyball camp for boys to visit. And he never got is resolved simply -- by end and am just hoping agility camp from June 6-8 for and girls in two sessions from in touch with me after my calling the family ahead that something can be re- grades 5-8; baseball camp from July 30-August 2: Session I for husband’s death. of time to ask if the in- solved. (Virginia) June 11-13 for boys ages 7-14; boys and girls entering grades dividual might welcome 4-6; Session II for boys and girls A parishioner had told lacrosse youth camp from June a visit. If yours is a large . Certainly parish- entering grades 7-8. the priest that my hus- 12-14 for boys entering grades parish, I am not surprised ioners have a right band’s condition was A 3-9; football youth camp from For details and brochures, see that the priest did not no- to, and expect to, hear getting worse and that June 18-21 for boys in grades the upcoming camps listing in the tice your husband’s ab- often from their pastor. perhaps he should call. 2-8; soccer academy from June news and announcements section sence immediately -- but, So I agree that it is not According to her, the 25-28 for boys entering grades at www.stcharlesprep.org. as you said, he was alert- appropriate for him to priest told her that it was ed to the situation. be replaced most of the not his place to reach out time by a deacon as the ODU to hold 109th commencement to us, but our place to I do know, from my own homilist. reach out to him. (Louis- experience, that with the Ohio Dominican University’s will deliver the keynote address ville, Kentucky) shortage of priests (in What if, instead, your 109th Commencement ceremo- at the commencement. most U.S. parishes right pastor wrote the homi- ny is scheduled for 11 a.m. Sat- In addition to awarding more . A parish priest’s now a single priest can ly for most Sundays and urday, May 12, in Alumni Hall than 200 student degrees, ODU Aduty is to care for serve hundreds, even had it read by the deacon? on the ODU campus at 1216 will confer the degree of Doctor the sick. Nothing could thousands, of parishio- (That way the congrega- Sunbury Road in Columbus. of Humane Letters honoris causa be clearer than that. The ners), it is difficult for tion would understand it Baccalaureate will begin at 9 upon outgoing Board of Trustees church’s Code of Canon a priest to get around to more readily, but it would a.m. Saturday in the Christ the member Sister Janice Bachman, Law says this: see everyone he wants be explained to them that King Chapel on campus. OP, and outgoing board chair the message itself came “In order to fulfill his to -- but a seriously ill ODU Trustee Ann Gallagher Thomas Mueller. from the pastor.) Also, office diligently, a- pas parishioner would auto- tor is to strive to know matically jump to the top have you thought about the faithful entrusted to of my “must do” list. So communicating your St. Charles offers summer academic programs his care. Therefore he is I am truly sorry for what concern to your parish happened in your case, council -- or even to the Columbus St. Charles Prepa- for grades 6-7; and math readi- to visit families, sharing ratory School will host summer ness for grades 6-7. especially in the cares, and I apologize on the pastor directly? Enrichment Classes for young For more information on class- anxieties and griefs of church’s behalf. Questions may be men entering seventh and eighth the faithful, strengthen- As for a follow-up vis- sent to Father Kenneth grade next year. es and times, call the school’s Main Office at 614-252-6714 or ing them in the Lord. ... it or call after your hus- Doyle at askfather- The classes (limited to first 30 With generous love, he is band’s death, that is an [email protected] and students) will run June 11-July see the upcoming summer aca- to help the sick, particu- excellent practice. With 30 Columbia Circle 6 and include English readiness demic programs post in the news larly those close to death, some parishes doing up- Dr., Albany, New York for grades 7-8; math readiness and announcement section at by refreshing them so- ward of 100 funerals a 12203. for grades 7-8; English readiness www.stcharlesprep.org. May 13, 2018 Catholic Times 7

THE EVERYDAY CATHOLIC By: Rick Jeric

I want to be governer This past Tuesday was that day we all look forward to. It was election day. We get to exercise our right to vote, being so blessed to live in this republic, and sometimes democracy. Too many of us take it for granted, as we see by the widespread apathy. Of course, this is not all our fault. Candidates, poli- tics, and what it takes to run for office contributes to the cynicism that breeds indifference. The “what it takes” has become increasingly difficult Bishop Shelton J. Fabre of Houma-Thibodaux, Louisiana replaces Young- to define. How incredibly annoying are the telephone polls, the robo-calls, town Bishop George Murry as chairman of the U.S. bishops’ Ad Hoc Com- the junk mail, and the television ads! Are we really that impressionable, mittee Against Racism gullible, and stupid? I guess we are. The many millions of dollars would not be spent by the candidates, parties, and Political Action Committees Ailing Youngstown bishop replaced if it did not work. What a mess! Therefore, I want to run for Governor someday. I am passionate about so many things that are necessary, that as head of anti-racism committee are good, and that serve our fellow man. And woman. And people. And animals. And pets. And the earth. And the proper attitude. And certainly Catholic News Agency cations strategies, and care for not any particular religion or faith. I do not want to offend anyone. I think The U.S. bishops Ad Hoc victims of racism. A pastoral let- I might be talking myself out of this already. Then there is the money. Committee Against Racism ter from the committee is expect- ed to be released later this year. Where am I going to get millions of dollars to run ads on radio and tele- will have a new chairman af- vision, and mail all those wonderfully informative and honestly presented ter Youngstown Bishop George Last month, the Diocese of flyers? The better question is, why do I need to do all that? I wonder Murry resigned from the position Youngstown announced that how much of the annual deficit, and portion of the growing national debt while he battles acute leukemia. Bishop Murry was admitted to the Cleveland Clinic to “undergo could be paid down if all the garbage political advertisement spending “Our most heartfelt prayers are intensive chemotherapy for the was applied. A mere drop in the bucket, but it would be something. Back with Bishop Murry and his loved next four weeks.” to my run for governor. From what I observe these days, I know exactly ones,” said Cardinal Daniel N. what I need to do. DiNardo of Galveston-Houston, Murry also chairs the U.S. president of the U.S. Conference bishops’ Committee on Catholic I need to let everyone know that there is nothing more important than of Catholic Bishops. “We ask all Education, which provides guid- my faith. I can certainly make it a bit more generic by embracing the same people of faith to join us in pray- ance for all Catholic educational God for everyone, but Jesus Christ is the Savior of all, and that makes ing for his full recovery.” institutions in the country. us all one, not all separate and indifferent. I need to let everyone know The cardinal has named Bishop Bishop Shelton Fabre was born that my family is the next most important thing. I have been married for Shelton J. Fabre of Houma-Thi- October 25, 1963 in New Roads, 35 years to a wonderful wife, and I have three of the best children one bodaux, La. to serve as the chair- La. He was ordained a priest in could imagine. I need to let everyone know that my job is incredible. I get man until the end of the term, 1989 and became an auxiliary to raise funds for the Women’s Care Center, and watch these amazing according to the U.S. bishops’ bishop of New Orleans in Febru- women love, serve, and save moms and babies each and every day. Then, conference. ary 2007. In September 2013 he there is me. I need to let everyone know how perfect I am. Well, scratch “I am grateful to Bishop Fabre became Bishop of Houma-Thi- that one. I need to say how in-tune I am with all the various attitudes, for his dedication and commit- bodaux in southern Louisiana. philosophies, attractions, secular desires, and – well, scratch that one too. ment to now lead the work of the He is current chairman of the I need to stay true to my beliefs and convictions. Well, that one could be Ad Hoc Committee,” Cardinal U.S. bishops’ Subcommittee on tough as I need to deliver for those who gave me money. Politics are with DiNardo said. African American Affairs, on us in perpetuity. Politicians will continue to sell their souls as needed. The ad hoc committee was es- which he has served since 2010. How can we make a difference? Should we even try? Is it good use of our tablished in August 2017. Its Since 2013, he has served as a time and energy to know exactly who and what we are voting for? The work has included a press con- member of the Committee on answer is hidden in our hearts. We are all more similar and like-minded ference last fall at the Martin Cultural Diversity in the Church. than we think. Our selfishness and egos get in the way. It is not a kumbaya Luther King Jr. Memorial in The bishop is a Fourth Degree moment, or “can’t we all just get along.” It is a true awareness of one an- Washington, D.C., and the cre- member of the Knights of Pe- other, a humble respect for one another and our beliefs, a loving embrace ation of resources for the Sept. 9 ter Claver, a historically Afri- of our enemies, and that elusive forgiveness of all those who cross us – no Feast Day of St. as can-American Catholic fraternal an annual day of prayer for peace exceptions. Then, and only then, can we joyfully enter eternal life, and call organization which he serves as within communities. one another “governor.” national chaplain. He is also a The committee also promotes Fourth Degree member of the education, resources, communi- Knights of Columbus.

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LIVING

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By Doug Bean, Catholic Times Editor (Left photo) Bishop Frederick Campbell director of Pro-Life of Mercer County in New Boston, graduated from Ports- Five diocesan seminarians continued and Archbishop Timothy Broglio of the in Sharon, Pennsylvania and also as the mouth Notre Dame High School as down the path toward the priesthood Archdiocese for the Military, USA cele- CEO of the Missionaries of Purity. In a valedictorian in the class of 2007. on Friday, May 4 with their ordination brate the Mass of the Ordination to the addition, he was a coordinator of the 40 He played golf and basketball in high as transitional deacons at Columbus St. Order of the Diaconate while assisted hours’ devotion at Our Lady of Fatima school and also was an Eagle Scout. Joseph Cathedral. by new Deacons PJ Brandmarti (left) in Pennsylvania. Tennant went to college at the Univer- and Chris Yakkel. (Right photo) The five sity of Notre Dame and earned a degree Bishop Frederick Campbell presided Brandmarti, 31, from Gahanna St. deacon candidates listen to Bishop Camp- Matthew Church, came to Columbus in mechanical engineering. After grad- over the Mass and ceremony before a bell’s homily at St. Joseph Cathedral. uating, he went to work in Chicago for large congregation that gathered to wit- from the Pittsburgh area. He graduat- ed from Hampton High School in Al- Accenture as a security analyst before ness the important milestone for the service, which was accepted by Bishop deciding to leave his job to pursue a candidates as the Diocese of Colum- lison Park, Pennsylvania and attended Campbell. Duquesne University in Pittsburgh. He calling to the priesthood. He began his bus celebrates its 150th anniversary in worked as an assistant manager at Wen- studies at the Josephinum in 2013 and 2018. Concelebrating were Archbishop The five men then offered their com- dy’s, a store operations manager for received a degree in philosophy two Timothy Broglio of the Archdiocese mitment to perpetual celibacy, followed by the promise of the elect to respect Circuit City, and a retail store manag- years later. of Military Services, USA and priests er for Sony Electronics before coming from the diocese. and remain obedient to the bishop and Yakkel, 29, a member of St. Joseph his successors. This promise to remain to Columbus as a market development Cathedral, is a self-described “military Brian Beal, PJ Brandmarti, Bryant celibate is permanent for transitional manager for Motorola Mobility. He be- brat” who moved throughout his child- Haren, Kyle Tennant, and Chris Yak- deacons who are on the road to becom- gan studies for the priesthood in 2012 hood depending upon where his father kel presented themselves before Bishop ing priests. Conversely, permanent dea- at the Josephimun and earned an under- was assigned by the U.S. Air Force. He Campbell at the altar during the election cons who serve in many diocesan par- graduate degree in philosophy. He is a spent his last two years before college the doing of our activities. The full attention of that servant is that office of the deacon in the Church. keeping in mind the ultimate purpose. of candidates. Becoming a transitional ishes are married. fourth-degree member of the Knights of in Hawaii, graduating from Damien deacon is one of the last steps before the “You may exercise the role of deacon willingness to do what he has called us In the handing on of the book of the “I remember a wonderful line from a Columbus and a past Grand Knight. After a Litany of Supplication to the Memorial High School in Honolulu. five men, God willing, are ordained as for a comparatively short time, but you to do -- not for our own needs but to do Gospels from the bishop, placing the poem from T.S. Eliot. In his Little Gid- saints, there was a laying on of hands Haren, 25, from Newark St. Francis He came to Ohio to attend Miami Uni- priests next year. must never lose the deaconate sense. the work in which we are called by Our book in the hands of the new deacon ding, he was taken with something that and the prayer of ordination. The scrip- de Sales Church, is a 2011 graduate of versity in Oxford, where he received For, in fact, as a deacon, manifest the Lord Jesus Christ. symbolizes his commitment to pro- Mary Queen of Scots said just before Brandmarti, Haren, Tennant, and Yak- tural gesture of the bishop laying hands Licking Valley High School in Hanover. a bachelor of science degree in health activity of Jesus Christ himself. It is a “And to this, I would add, that remem- he was to lose her head. And she said kel will return to the Pontifical College on the heads of the candidates is used claim God’s word. He was an altar server for eight years, and sports studies. For two years after service that begins in obedience to the ber we do not teach ourselves but Jesus Josephinum in the fall for their final year by the Church to signify the special The Rite of Ordination concluded with almost defiantly, if my end is my begin- an Eagle Scout, treasurer of the Future college he served as a missionary with Heavenly Father. It is a service marked Christ is Lord and ourselves as slaves of classes in theology. Beal will com- conferral of the Holy Spirit, which or- a fraternal kiss of peace from the bish- ning … What she meant to indicate was Farmers of America, and a member/ NET Ministries, a Catholic youth min- by acceptance, that is, the offering of for the sake of Jesus. And I think of the plete his theological studies at Pope St. dains men to service in Holy Orders. op, who extends his greeting to the new that her earthly death would be the be- adviser of the Junior Fair Board. Haren istry organization based in St. Paul, ourselves for our holy purpose. Finally, first reading that we heard about the John XIII National Seminary in Weston, The new deacons thus entered into the deacons as a sign that they are co-work- ginning of eternal life. It is interesting worked at Chapel Hill Golf Course in Minnesota, before entering the Josephi- it is a service that reveals glory to God. conversion of St. Paul. It, of course, is Massachusetts, where men who receive clerical state through the Sacrament of ers in the ministry of the Church. The what Elliot did. He said the beginning Mount Vernon, Giant Eagle in Heath, num in 2013. His parents have now re- It must act as an invitation to all those very dramatic in its presentation. After a calling to serve at an older age are typ- Holy Orders. In the prayer of ordina- other deacons in attendance also gave is often the end … and the end is where and for his parish. He entered the sem- tired to Xenia, Ohio. He hopes to serve who heed it, to recognize God’s glory, having the scales fall from his eyes, his ically sent for their formation. tion, the bishop asked God to dedicate the sign of peace to the newly ordained. we start. With the whole of our bodies, inary at the Josephinum out of high as an Air Force chaplain after three to give service to God, and to thank him first realization is now I must preach the whatever order we serve the Church, school and received a bachelor’s degree years of service in the diocese once he The size of this year’s group equaled these deacons to the service of the altar Also in the bishop’s homily, he point- for his many gifts.” word of Our Lord Jesus Christ. begins with that expectation of the glo- in humanities three years ago. is ordained to the priesthood. the 2017 class. Those five deacons from and the word. ed to the various duties as described The Mass for the Ordination to the Or- “And it is an important point made rious coming of Jesus Christ.” 2017 will become priests on Saturday, The ceremony of investiture with the in the Act of Consecration that the or- Tennant, 29, from St. Monica Church As ordained ministers, the new dea- der of the Diaconate included readings most recently by Pope Francis when he May 26 when they are ordained at stole and dalmatic signified incorpora- dained will undertake in their new role, Beal, 40, from Columbus Immacu- cons are now able to baptize, assist the from the Acts of the Apostles, the sec- was talking to a group of newly ordained Westerville St. Paul Church. tion into Holy Orders. The dalmatics including preaching the gospel and late Conception Church, is a native of priest and read the Gospel during Mass, ond letter of St. Paul to the Corinthians, priests. He said you must remember this give homilies, witness at marriages, The numbers are a positive sign for and stoles are signs of the ministry and ministering to the sick and dying, while Hermitage, Pennsylvania. He graduated and the gospel of St. Luke. is not an assignment. This is a mission, preside at funeral vigils and graveside the diocese to help offset attrition in the from Ohio Dominican University with to be called and sent to replicate the ser- services, and offer certain blessings. clergy ranks and also indicates to the All three scripture passages accentu- a degree in theology and went on to vice of the Lord Jesus Christ in all His Until they are ordained as priests, dea- Catholic faithful an upward trajecto- ate the call to service of God. The first Franciscan University of Steubenville, reading from Acts describes man as a saving power. where he did additional studies in the- cons cannot celebrate Mass, hear con- ry in the willingness of young men to fessions or anoint the sick. dedicate their life’s work to the Church. chosen instrument to carry the Lord’s “But you have noticed with the good ology with a specialization in catechet- name before the Gentiles. The second servant one of the first of his virtues was ics, graduating magna cum laude with The deacons do not take a vow of pov- The nearby Archdiocese of Cincin- reading from Corinthians advised the vigilance, being awake and watching. honors. Beal worked as a profession- erty, but they are expected to live sim- nati was blessed to have nine men join deacons that we do not preach ourselves For obviously this parable, this story, al tennis instructor at Lakes Country ple lives without an excess of material the ranks of the diaconate last week in but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves is about an expectation, living our life Club in Westerville after college. He possessions. another hopeful development for the as your slaves for the sake of Jesus. The for the second coming of Jesus Christ, also was a co-organizer of Perpetual Church as a whole. After completing the academic year Gospel proclaims that blessed are those doing our work here and those duties at Immaculate this month, each new deacon will In Bishop Campbell’s homily, he servants whom the master finds awake here, simply not fulfilling them day by Conception and a coordinator of the 24- have a summer assignment. Deacon spoke directly to the five candidates. upon his arrival. day but rather to render them in service hour Eucharistic adoration vigil while Brandmarti will serve at Gahanna St. “It is of course a moment of great “The image of the good servant that we to the Lord who is coming.” at Ohio Dominican. He then returned to Matthew, Deacon Haren at Newark joy to be with you and to speak to you heard from the Gospel of Luke is a very As part of the Rite of Ordination, the his home state to serve as the executive St. , Deacon Beal at about the order to which you are to be interesting description of discipleship deacon candidates are called forward Columbus , ordained,” he said. “I want to speak not but also one of a servant in conformity after the Gospel reading and before (Left) The five deacon candidates kneel Deacon Tennant at New Boston St. about what about what you will be but with Jesus Christ the servant,” Bishop the bishop’s homily. Father Paul No- before the altar and Bishop Campbell. Monica and the Scioto County Con- rather what you will not be. For it is the Campbell said. “The primary work of ble, diocesan vocations director, gave a (Right) Bishop Campbell lays hands on sortium, and Deacon Yakkel with the being of our reality that always receives the servant is the work of the Master. formal testimony of their readiness for Deacon Bryant Haren. CT photos by Ken Snow. U.S. Air Force. 12 Catholic Times May 13, 2018 Bishop Flaget School joins Ohio STEM Learning Network Chillicothe Bishop Flaget School is among 11 risks, solve problems, and apply their learning in schools statewide and the first in the Diocese of new and innovative ways.” Columbus to receive STEM designation from the Some of the special projects developed this year Ohio Department of Education. by Bishop Flaget students include the “backyard The Ohio STEM Committee reviewed 22 appli- habitat and outdoor classroom” project, which in- cations from throughout the state to become part corporates the development of a bluebird trail, es- of the Ohio STEM Learning Network, a public-pri- tablishment of a “playground habitat,” Project Wild vate partnership managed by Battelle, and unan- staff training, development of plans for a Monarch imously chose those schools considered to be an Way Station, and long-term plans for a community effective place for STEM learning. garden and trail on the property. STEM (science, technology, engineering and In addition, the technology program at Bishop Flag- mathematics) education provides students with a et continues to grow with 1:1 Chromebooks in grades deep understanding of STEM subjects while incor- 5-8, 1:1 iPads in grades 3-4, and classroom sets of porating inquiry-based learning and design think- iPads for the lower grades. This year, the school also ing in all subjects. invested in four 3D printers and a Virtual Reality ZSpace computer. Through Tinkercad software, the Bishop Flaget is the only school from central Ohio students at all levels are creating models on the 3D to be awarded STEM distinction. The Ohio STEM Chillicothe Bishop Flaget fourth graders work with light- printers, and most recently, the kindergarten students Learning Network began in 2008 with five schools bulbs and circuits through the AEP Energy Smart Program. used the ZSpace computer to look at the human brain and has grown to 55 with the latest additions. up close while studying multiple sclerosis as part of “We are thrilled to be recognized by the Ohio Society, Haller Funeral Home, Hirsch Fruit Farm, their school service project. Department of Education for the hard work of our Ohio University-Chillicothe, and the Atomic Credit “Our teachers do a phenomenal job incorporat- staff to develop our program into one that meets Union. Through these partnerships, Bishop Flaget ing hands on, creative assignments and technology the rigorous requirements set forth for STEM has been able to harness a large pool of knowledge into the classroom on a daily basis,” Corcoran said. schools,” Bishop Flaget Principal Laura Corcoran and resources to aid in student learning. In addition “Meeting the standards has never been more thrill- said. “Our school has embodied many of the ele- to the business partnerships, Bishop Flaget has fos- ing or more engaging. This style of teaching is the ments of STEM learning for years, but through this tered the cross-curricular learning that is a crucial best way to reach all students. Many programs only development process, our school staff was able to part of the STEM curriculum. offer this type of program to gifted students, but determine areas of challenge for our building and “One crucial aspect of STEM education is the need this type of learning works well for all students, no improve our program so that we are providing a for students to be able to see the real life connec- matter what their ability level.” strong STEM education to all of our students from tions of their learning as well as the interconnected- The Ohio STEM Learning Network, supported preschool through the eighth grade.” ness of their education,” said Terrina Fahnestock, by the Ohio Department of Education, provided For the last five years, Bishop Flaget has built Bishop Flaget’s STEM coordinator. “Through in- technical assistance to schools seeking STEM chal- partnerships with area businesses, including Ken- quiry-based, hands-on learning opportunities and lenges and advised the Ohio STEM Committee on worth, Fluor BWT, Corcoran Farms, Ohio Bluebird design challenges, students are encouraged to take which applications merited designation. “Inducting new schools into our network provides new ideas while ensuring the growth of STEM ed- ucation in the minds of Ohio teachers and parents,” said Aimee Kennedy, senior vice president of edu- cation, STEM Learning and Philanthropy at Bat- telle. “These schools can be proud of their work in earning this honor and we look forward to sharing their unique strengths with the rest of Ohio’s vi- brant STEM education community.” Bishop Flaget is accepting applications for stu- dents in preschool through eighth grade for 2018- 2019. The school is open to students of all faith tra- ditions, and tuition assistance is available to those who qualify. There are several full-tuition scholarships avail- able for preschool or pre-kindergarten students who are age four or will be four by September 30. These scholarships are available to students whose family incomes fall below 200 percent of the pov- erty level. For more information on enrolling or tuition assistance, please contact Mrs. Corcoran at Chillicothe Bishop Flaget sixth grade students are joined by a NASA ambassador who visited the school to talk about 740-253-0433 or 740-774-2970 or rocketry and the new projects in action at NASA. [email protected]. May 13, 2018 Catholic Times 13 May is Mental Health Awareness Month Diocesan Office symptoms and effects, and identify lo- of Social Concerns cal resources. Catholics are called to embrace an Moreover, relationship must be cre- ever-clearer vision of each human per- ated with others, bringing hope and son as created by God with inherent comfort in times of crisis or pain by dignity and worth. This truth is not offering prayers of healing and accom- diminished when someone struggles paniment through treatment. Together, with various illnesses or behaviors, in- a parish can be a place of healing for cluding mental health concerns. all people and their families. Pope St. John Paull II reminded us of If you or someone you know is in this fundamental truth in 1996 at the need of mental health services, contact International Conference for Health Ohio Mental Health & Addition Ser- Care Workers: vices toll-free hotline at 1-877-275- “Whoever suffers from mental - ill 6364. This hotline provides informa- ness always bears God’s image and tion and referrals for local resources fere with their everyday life and can re- attached to mental illness which may throughout Ohio. likeness in themselves, as does every sult in an inability to cope with life’s or- lead people who are struggling to iso- human being. In addition, they always If you or someone you know is sui- dinary demands and routines (NCPD). late themselves, choosing not to share cidal, in danger of harming them- have the inalienable right not only to that they are hurting, and not seek help be considered as an image of God and Mental illness, as with any health-re- selves, or in emotional distress, contact or treatment. therefore as a person, but also to be lated issue, can vary in severity and the confidential National Suicide Pre- treated as such.” look very different from person to Members of faith communities are vention Lifeline at 1-800-273- 8255 or person. Oftentimes, we may not ob- called to support those brothers and text HOME to 741741. Trained crisis Mental health includes emotional, serve the warning signs that someone workers are available to talk 24/7. In psychological and social well-being. sisters suffering from a mental health is struggling with their mental health. cases of imminent risk and/or danger, It affects how people think and act and condition, offering the uncondition- This does not mean that the warning please call 911. helps determine how to handle stress, al and non-judgmental love they de- signs are not there, or that the problem serve. Rather than accept the miscon- For information and resources from relate to others, and make choices is insignificant and should be ignored. (Mentalhealth.gov). When a person ceptions surrounding mental illness, it the diocese, visit www.columbuscath- suffers from mental illness, it can inter- Unfortunately, there is also stigma is important to increase awareness of olic.org/mental-health. California bishops: We must accompany those with mental illness Catholic News Agency therefore, a person’s dignity and worth approach to the healing of mental ill- approaches claiming to be ‘scientific’ The leading cause of death for Amer- cannot be diminished by any condi- nesses that accounted for the whole are in fact supported by sound evi- icans under the age of 50 is not car ac- tion, including mental illness.” human person – spiritually, physically, dence,” they said. cidents or cancer, but drug overdoses. The bishops called the spike in men- and psychologically. “However, good science that recog- Suicide is not far behind, as the sec- tal illness, suicide, and drug overdos- “Some Christians harbor suspicions nizes the life and dignity of people ond-leading cause of death for adoles- es a “heartbreaking” crisis, and urged about psychiatry or clinical psychol- and the Catholic faith are never at cents and young adults, and the 10th Catholics to help end the social stigma ogy and question their compatibility odds. Medical science has discovered cause of death overall in the U.S. Re- for those seeking support and help in with the Catholic faith. Discernment is searchers are now collectively calling these areas of their lives. necessary since not all psychological See ILLNESS, Page 14 suicide and overdose deaths “deaths of “Persons with mental illness often despair.” suffer in silence, hidden and unrecog- Amid these sobering statistics, and nized by others,” the bishops said. Prayer for Mental Health Awareness at the beginning of national Mental “We clearly proclaim that there is Creator God, Health Awareness Month, the Catholic no shame in receiving a diagnosis of You made all things and created humanity in Your own image. bishops of California have issued Hope a psychiatric disorder. We affirm the Help us to always be mindful of this dignity and Healing, a pastoral letter on caring need for education in our communi- in ourselves and others. for those who suffer from mental ill- ties to remove the unjust prejudice and May we not despair when faced with the struggles of ness, calling Catholics to accompany stigma often associated with mental mental health, but instead find hope in you, them and to offer them Christian hope. illness,” they said. knowing you have a greater plan for us. “Christ’s public life was a ministry Instead, all Catholics should use their Guide us to be advocates in our families, parishes, schools, of hope and healing. As Catholics, in unique gifts and talents to help allevi- and communities, always seeking to build imitation of our Lord, we are called to ate these problems and to accompany a communion that embraces and values all people. provide hope and healing to others,” those who suffer, the bishops noted, We ask this in the name of they said. whether by providing friendship, spir- Your Son, Jesus our Savior and Shepherd of Peace. “We profess that every human life itual support, or professional support Amen. is sacred, that all people are created if appropriate. in the image and likeness of God and, They also encouraged a “both-and” 14 Catholic Times May 13, 2018 The Ascension of the Lord Cycle B The Weekday Bible Readings A prayer for the Ascension MONDAY Acts 1:15-17, 20-26 Acts 1:1-11 Psalm: 47:2-3, 6-9 Lord Jesus Christ ... give you a Spirit of wisdom and Psalm 113:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 revelation. ... May the eyes of your hearts be enlight- John 15:9-17 Eph 1:17-23 or 4:1-13 ened, that you may know ... what is the surpassing TUESDAY Gospel: Mk 16:15-20 greatness of his power for us who believe, in accord Acts 20:17-27 with the exercise of his great might, which he worked Pslam 68:10-11, 20-21 By Kevin Perrotta, Catholic News Service in Christ, raising him from the dead and seating him John 17:1-11a St. Mark takes us to the core meaning of Jesus’ at his right hand in the heavens” (Eph 1:17-20). WEDNESDAY ascension: “The Lord Jesus ... was taken up into Acts 20:28-38 A troubled young woman’s life could begin to Psalm 68:29-30, 33-35a, 35bc-36ab heaven and took his seat at the right hand of God” straighten out if she got her eyes open to the good- John 17:11b-19 (Mk 16:19). ness and gifts that God has built into her. A mar- THURSDAY At the conclusion of his appearances to his disci- riage could be saved if a husband got his eyes open Acts 22:30; 23:6-11 ples after his resurrection, Jesus was seen to ascend. to his wife’s great worth and inner beauty. Your life Psalm 16:1-2a, 5, 7-8, 9-10, 11 It was not into the heavens in the sense of the sky and mine could be transformed by our getting our John 17:20-26 that Jesus went; his going up symbolized his entry eyes open to the presence and humility and power FRIDAY into the heavens in the sense of God’s presence. of Jesus’ reign. Acts 25:13B-21 The novena prayer form is based on Mary’s and Psalm 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20ab And there he is now, as much God as the Father John 21:15-19 is God, and as human as you and I. And there, the disciples’ prayer for 9 days from Jesus’ ascen- with the Father and the Spirit, he reigns over the sion to the coming of the Spirit at Pentecost (“nove- SATURDAY na” comes from the Latin for the number 9). Acts 28:16-20, 30-31 entire creation. Psalm 11:4, 5, 7 “God reigns over the nations,” as the psalmist Let’s begin a novena for each other today (actu- John 21:20-25 sings, through his Son, Jesus of Nazareth. That’s ally only 7 days), asking God to send his Spirit to what we’re celebrating today. open the eyes of our hearts to his lordship over all. But has the reality of “Jesus is Lord” taken hold Reflection Question: of our minds and hearts? Or is it just an element Will you pray St. Paul’s prayer, for yourself and in our belief system, an incomprehensible -- and others? DIOCESAN WEEKLY RADIO AND sometimes seemingly implausible -- statement with Perrotta is the editor and an author of the “Six little effect on our lives? TELEVISION MASS SCHEDULE Weeks With the Bible” series, teaches part time WEEK OF MAY 13, 2018 For me, the answer is “both.” at Siena Heights University and leads Holy Land So I pray along with St. Paul: “May the God of our pilgrimages. 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(Encores at noon, 7 p.m., and midnight). men and women of strong moral character and he- They also said that while suffering usually does not Mass from the Archdiocese of Milwaukee at roic holiness – from Lincoln and Winston make sense, Catholics can look to Christ for hope 6:30 a.m. on ION TV (AT&T U-verse Channel Churchill to St. Thèrése of Lisieux, St. Benedict Jo- and healing, because he, too, knew great suffering 195, Dish Network Channel 250, or DirecTV Channel 305). seph Labre, St. Francis of Rome, and St. Josephine when he was on earth. Bakhita – suffered from mental disorders or severe Mass from Massillon St. Mary Church at 10:30 a.m. on “Out of the depths we cry to him and he reaches WILB radio (AM 1060, FM 94.5 and 89.5), Canton, heard psychological wounds. As Evangelical Pastor Rick in Tuscarawas, Holmes, and Coshocton counties. Warren of Saddleback Church, who lost a family down into these depths to raise us up. Christ’s king- member to suicide, said: ‘your chemistry is not your dom has not yet reached its fullness, but we know in DAILY MASS character’ and ‘your illness is not your identity.’” faith that it will at the end of time. On that day, all 8 a.m., Our Lady of the Angels Monastery in Birming- things will be made new.” ham, Ala. (Encores at noon, 7 p.m. and midnight). See Several in recent years have spoken or writ- EWTN above; and on I-Lifetv ten about the importance of caring for those with The bishop’s letter, in English, Spanish, and Viet- (Channel 113 in Ada, Logan, Millersburg, Mur- mental illness, including St. John Paul II, who said namese, was posted to the website of the California ray City and Washington C.H.; Channel 125 in Marion, during a 2003 address about depression that it is im- Catholic Conference, along with a list of mental Newark, Newcomerstown and New portant to “stretch out a hand to the sick, to make health resources and suicide hotlines available in Philadelphia; and Channel 207 in Zanesville); them perceive the tenderness of God, to integrate California. 8 p.m., St. Gabriel Radio (AM 820), Columbus, and at www.stgabrielradio.com. them into a community of faith and life in which they Catholic psychologists in your area can be found by can feel accepted, understood, supported, respected; searching at http://www.catholictherapists.com/ or at We pray Week VII, Seasonal Proper in a word, in which they can love and be loved.” https://wellcatholic.com/. The National Suicide Pre- of the Liturgy of the Hours Pope Francis in 2013 said that God is in everyone’s vention Lifeline can be reached at 1-800-273-8255. May 13, 2018 Catholic Times 15 Freedom is never free When I first visited Lviv, the principal city of the early seventeenth century as the city’s “Jesuit THE CATHOLIC western Ukraine, in 2002, the transportation from Church” (and therefore modeled on the Church of DIFFERENCE plane to airport terminal was an old bus towed by the Gesù in Rome), Sts. Peter and Paul long served a Soviet-era tractor; today, the airport is a model of as a center of military chaplaincy for the Austrian George Weigel cleanliness and efficiency. In 2002, the Old Town and Polish troops garrisoned in Lviv. Then, in 1946, was shabby and begrimed; today, it’s become a the property was seized by the Soviet regime and space, UKU was a dream 25 years ago. Today, it’s a major tourist destination, and while there is still the church was turned into a book depository in stunning reality — the most highly-rated university more clean-up to do, the charms of an old Habsburg which some two million volumes were stored. After in Ukraine on several indices of accomplishment, city are beginning to reveal themselves. To sit in the Soviet Union collapsed in 1991 and Ukraine thanks to the work of an extraordinary faculty and a downtown restaurant and speak with the city’s achieved independence, there was a fuss over administrative team first assembled by Bishop mayor about his plans for further development, it’s ownership and it was not until 2010 that the church Borys Gudziak. easy to forget that you’re in a country at war. was deemed the property of the Greek Catholic Archeparchy of Lviv. UKU is a university that takes Catholic mission But then you come to the Garrison Church of Sts. with utmost seriousness: in this case, the mission Peter and Paul. Father Sus is full of energy, and on both to heal and evangelize a society still traumatized There, Father Stepan Sus of the Ukrainian Greek weekdays and Sundays, the church celebrates the by more than seven decades of communism, war, Divine Liturgy several times, with confessions Catholic Church is running an urban ministry so and the Soviet attempt to destroy Ukraine’s national available for over 11 hours each day. But when dynamic that he has twenty other priests working identity. The university has long understood that one Father Sus takes you to a small memorial to the with him. The church itself is full of architectural of its foundations is martyrdom, for the Ukrainian left of the church’s entrance, his mien becomes and decorative interest: built in the Baroque style Greek Catholic Church was brutally persecuted after more sober and you begin to understand that World War II and gave the faith thousands of many the vibrant ministry underway at this site of witnesses-unto-death. When Bohdan Solchanyk, ecclesial resurrection has its costs. For there, a history lecturer at UKU preparing his doctorate amidst shell casings, bits of shrapnel, spent and engaged to be married went to Kyiv in 2013 bullets, and an icon, are the pictures of the to participate in the nonviolent demonstrations we young men of the parish who have been killed now know as the Maidan Revolution of Dignity, in the war Russia has been conducting in the he was certainly aware of that foundation. Then Donbass region of eastern Ukraine since 2014. he, too, became a martyr, shot through the head Since the invasion of the Donbass by Russian by a sniper as he peacefully called for a Ukraine “little green men,” Father Sus has conducted 76 cleansed of corruption in society, culture, politics, funerals in the garrison church. Each of those SHERIDAN and economics. FUNERAL HOME young lives, sacrificed to defend a country 740-653-4633 against an aggression the West would prefer to The vibrant ministry at Lviv’s garrison church and the exceptional university being built at UKU 222 S. COLUMBUS ST., LANCASTER ignore, is a powerful and poignant reminder that freedom is never free. are signs of hope in a world where the bad news So is the memorial to Bohdan Solchanyk in the foyer sometimes seems to be all the news there is. The war of one of the sparkling new buildings that grace the in the Donbass is real, however, and the West needs campus of the Ukrainian Catholic University in Lviv. to take it far more seriously. UKU (as it’s known from its initials in transliterated George Weigel is Distinguished Senior Fellow Ukrainian) is another marvel. The only Catholic of the Ethics and Public Policy Center in institution of higher learning in the former Soviet Washington, D.C.

GEORGE J. IGEL & CO., INC. St. John Paul II Preschool anticipates fall opening in Columbus 2040 ALUM CREEK DRIVE . COLUMBUS, OHIO 614.445.8421 . www.igelco.com A new preschool and extended care center for children that ter Bozena said in a release. “Character traits we strive to rein- emphasizes spiritual, educational, and social development is force are self-control, a generous spirit, respect for one’s own SITE DEVELOPMENT . EARTHWORK . UTILITIES . CONCRETE working toward opening this fall. dignity, and the dignity of others.” STABILIZATION . EARTH RETENTION . ROLLER COMPACTED CONCRETE St. John Paul II Preschool hopes to open its doors in Septem- Education and social development will include structured ber at 957 E. Broad St., which is just east of downtown Colum- and non-structured activities as part of the preschool curricu- bus, pending final approval by the Ohio Department of Jobs lum. The program will provide opportunities for learning, play- and Family Services and the state Department of Education. ing, story time, snack, and rest. Preschoolers will participate in The preschool will operate under the direction of Sister Boz- both individual and group activities to develop their indepen- ena Tyborowska, who is with the congregation of the Little dence, self-reliance, confidence, self-expression, and creativity. Servant Sisters of the Immaculate Conception. The Congregation of the Little Servant Sisters was founded St. John Paul II Preschool will offer full-time and part-time by Blessed Edmund Bojanowski in 1850 in . Through the schedules for children ages 2 ½ to 4 ½ with extended hours to influence of their founder, the Sisters devote their service to meet the needs of working parents’ schedules. the education of children, provide homes for orphans, and care Children will be taught Christian values, explore their rela- for the sick, elderly, and needy. The Sisters expose children in tionship with God, and share their experiences in an atmo- their care to Gospel values with security, peace and joy while sphere of joy, peace and goodness that flows from love. bringing old-fashioned values to today’s world. Kiddie Academy® of Westerville 614-568-4450 ∙ kiddieacademy.com/westerville “Our goal is to create an appropriate climate for learning that For more information on enrollment, please email stjohn- enhances the development of the young child’s character,” Sis- [email protected] or call 856-874-6096. 16 Catholic Times May 13, 2018 Pray for our dead

ABSTEN, Irene, 82, April 25 KINNEY, Mary, 93, May 4 Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Grove St. Timothy Church, Columbus Sister Mary (Eulalia) O’Hara, O.P. City Funeral Mass for Sister Mary (Sr. fication from Bethesda Hospital in LARIMER, James T., 82, May 2 Eulalia) O’Hara, who died at Tues- Cincinnati. CAVANAUGH, Don, 81, April 19 St. John Church, Logan day, May 1 at Mohun Health Care She taught at schools in Michigan St. Church, Columbus Center, was celebrated Tuesday, May and Pennsylvania and in the Diocese LEONARDO, Rosemary Christine, 91, May 1 8 at the Dominican Sisters of Peace COLOSIMO, Bruce William, 68, May 1 of Columbus at Sacred Heart School St. Brendan the Navigator Church, Hilliard Motherhouse Chapel in Columbus. St. Church, Worthington in Coshocton. From 1980 to 1984, MESSENHEIMER, Carl, 69, May 5 Burial was at St. Joseph Cemetery. she was a missionary in Chimbote, CONVERTINE, Virginia Mary (Teatino), 99, St. Paul Church, Westerville She was born in 1940 in Pittsburgh Peru. For 25 years, she ministered as May 2 and in 1960 entered the congrega- chaplain at St. Mary Medical Center St. James the Less Church, Columbus MILLER, Margaret Mary “Peggy,” 83, May 3 tion of St. Mary of the Springs, now in Gary, Indiana. Holy Family Church, Columbus the Dominican Sisters of Peace. She She was preceded in death by her DOHERTY, Winifred M., 89 earned her degree from the College parents, Michael and Margaret Davis St. Pius X Church, Reynoldsburg NOLAN, Eugene, 73, April 27 Our Lady of Peace Church, Columbus of St. Mary of the Springs, now O’Hara, and brothers, Michael and DUNN, Patricia, 63, April 28 Ohio Dominican University. She Martin. Survivors include a sister, St. Leo Church, Columbus REAM Sr., George F., 98, May 2 also earned her Chaplaincy Certi- Margaret Abulencia. St. Vincent de Paul Church, Mount Vernon FAIELLA, Mary Ann (Tornes), 97, May 2 Mother McCrory Manor Chapel, Columbus REGAN, John, 93, May 6 Margaret E. Long St. Church, Columbus Funeral Mass for Margaret E. (Pin- school teacher. FILIPPI, Frederick P., 94, May 3 ney) Long, 101, who died May 2, was She was preceded in death by hus- Resurrection Cemetery Chapel, Lewis RIZO, Fernando “Ding,” 77, May 5 celebrated on Tuesday, May 8 at the St. Peter Church, Columbus band, J. Kenneth, and sisters, Mar- Center Mother Angeline McCrory Manor tha Rose Stalder and Mary Frances FOSTER, John Paul, 73, May 4 RUNYAN, Donna, 72, April 7 Chapel in Columbus. Greely. Survivors include son, James Our Lady of Sorrows Chapel, Columbus Resurrection Cemetery Chapel, Lewis She was a longtime member of (Jane) Long and daughter, Peggy Center Columbus Christ the King Church Sawicki, five grandchildren, two HELENTHAL, Julie, 76, May 2 and retired after 33 years of service great-grandchildren, and many nieces Our Lady of Peach Church, Columbus SHEAHAN, Hollis H., 88, April 19 in the Diocese of Columbus as a and nephews. St. Thomas More Newman Center, Columbus HICKMAN, Marcella, 92, May 2 Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Grove ULLIMAN, Joann C., 79, May 1 City St. Brendan the Navigator Church, Hilliard

Sister Lucille Winstel, O.P. Funeral Mass for Sister Lucille (Sr. St. Mary, and Columbus Christ the Lucilla) Winstel, 96, who died Sun- King, where she was also principal day, May 6, was to be held Friday, from 1970 to 1975. May 11 at the Dominican Sisters of She worked in supportive services at Peace Motherhouse Chapel in Co- St. George Hospital in Cincinnati, as lumbus. Burial was to be at St. Joseph a nurse aide and administrator at Mo- Cemetery. hun Hall, and at the Catholic Times She was born in 1922 in Steuben- office. She was a diocesan director ville, Ohio, and entered the congre- in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and as- gation of St. Mary of the Springs sistant development director at Ohio (now the Dominican Sisters of Dominican. At the Columbus moth- Peace) in 1941. erhouse, she was coordinator of the She received degrees from Ohio Springs Press and typist for the con- Dominican and Manhattanville Col- gregational history. lege. She was a teacher in New She was preceded in death by Mexico, New York, Texas and in her parents, George and Florence the Diocese of Columbus at New- Gilmore Winstel, and a sister, Helen ark St. Francis de Sales, Lancaster Winstel.

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Sunbury Road, Columbus. 9 a.m. Baccalaureate at Christ 17, THURSDAY Tekakwitha and promote Native Catholic spirituality. MAY the King Chapel followed by Commencement at 11. Faith and Culture Lecture Series at Jubilee Museum St. Padre Pio Secular Franciscans Shepherd’s Corner annual plant sale 7 p.m., The Jubilee Museum, 57 S. Grubb St., Columbus. 1:30 to 5 p.m., St. Church, 720 Hamlet St., 10, THURSDAY 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center, 987 Father Thomas Blau, OP, will present “Jewels in Her Columbus. Fellowship and ongoing formation followed Women to Women Listening Circle at Corpus Christi N. Waggoner Road, Blacklick. Plant sale includes vege- Crown: Is Devotion to Mary Biblical?” by adoration and prayer, Liturgy of the Hours, and initial 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Corpus Christi Center of Peace, 1111 tables, herbs and more naturally grown from seeds on Cenacle at Holy Name formation with visitors. 614-282-4676 E. Stewart Ave., Columbus. Women to Women program site. 614-866-4302 6 p.m., Holy Name Church, 154 E. Patterson Ave., Co- St. Catherine of Bologna Secular Franciscans for women of all ages and life circumstances. Begins lumbus. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, with 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., St. Church, 386 But- with soup lunch until noon, followed by listening circle. 13, SUNDAY prayers in the Cenacle format of the Marian Movement tles Ave., Columbus. Prayer followed by general meet- No child care available onsite. 614-512-3371 Lay Fraternities of St. Dominic Meeting of Priests. ing, ongoing formation and fellowship. 614-895-7792 Cenacle at Holy Name 1:30 p.m., St. Patrick Church, 280 N. Grant Ave., Colum- Holy Hour at Holy Family Polish Mass at Holy Family 6 p.m., Holy Name Church, 154 E. Patterson Ave., Colum- bus. Meeting of St. Catherine of Siena chapter, Lay Fra- 6 to 7 p.m., Holy Family Church, 584 W. Broad St., Colum- 2 p.m., Holy Family Church, 584 W. Broad St., Columbus. bus. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, with prayers ternities of St. Dominic. bus. Holy Hour of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Monthly Mass in Polish. 614-221-4323 in the Cenacle format of the Marian Movement of Seasons of Hope Bereavement Ministry followed by meeting of parish Holy Name and Junior Taize Evening Prayer at Corpus Christi 2 to 4 p.m., St. Francis of Assisi Church, 386 Buttles Ave., Priests. Holy Name societies, with refreshments. 614-221-4323 4 to 5 p.m., Corpus Christi Center of Peace, 1111 E. Stew- Columbus. Sixth meeting of North High Deanery’s six- Eucharistic holy Hour at Sacred Heart Abortion Recovery Network Group art Ave., Columbus. Evening Prayer in the style and spirit week Seasons of Hope Bereavement Ministry for those 7 p.m., Sacred Heart Church, 893 Hamlet St., Columbus. 7 to 8 p.m., Gateway Center, 2670 N. Columbus St., Lancaster. of the Taize monastic community, with song, silence, who have lost a loved one. Contact michaeljamess- Eucharistic Holy Hour with the intention of deepened Abortion recovery network group meeting for anyone and reflection. 614-512-3731 [email protected] or [email protected]. Prayer Group Meeting at Christ the King holinessand an increase in the virtue of fortitude for interested in recovering from abortion or who has been Prayer Group Meeting at Christ the King 5 to 7 p.m., Christ the King Church, 2777 E. Livingston the Holy Father, bishops, and priests, concluding with througha recovery program, and wants to stay co nnected. 5 to 7 p.m., Christ the King Church, 2777 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus (enter at daily Mass entrance). Weekly Benediction, social period, and refreshments. 614-372- 614-721-2100 Ave., Columbus (enter at daily Mass entrance). Weekly parish prayer group meets for praise, worship, ministry, 5249 Eucharistic Holy Hour at Sacred Heart parish prayer group meets for praise, worship, ministry, 7 p.m., Sacred Heart Church, 893 Hamlet St., Columbus. and teaching. 614-237-0401 11, FRIDAY and teaching. 614-237-0401 Eucharistic Holy Hour with the intention of deepened Spanish Mass at Columbus St. Peter Fiesta de Mayo Spanish Mass at Columbus St. Peter holiness and an increase in the virtue of fortitude for 7 p.m., St. Peter Church, 6899 Smoky Row Road, Colum- 7 p.m., St. Peter Church, 6899 Smoky Row Road, Colum- bus. Mass in Spanish. 706-761-4054 6-10 p.m., Our Lady of Victory Church, 1559 Roxbury the Holy Father, bishops, and priests, concluding with bus. Mass in Spanish. 706-761-4054 Road, Columbus. Fiesta de Mayo celebration sponsored Benediction, social period, and refreshments. 21, MONDAY by Columbus Christ the King and St. Stephen the Martyr 13--17, SUNDAY-THURSDAY 614-372-5249 Mass of Healing at St. Joseph Cathedral churches. Seminarians Bike Tour 2018 17, FRIDAY 6:30 p.m., St. Joseph Cathedral, 212 E. Broad St., Columbus. Columbus Frasatti Society at Ohio State baseball Annual seminarians bike tour begins at Holy Family Annual Corcoran Awards luncheon Mass of healing and healing service will be followed by 6:35 p.m., Bill Davis Stadium, , 560 Church on Sunday, May 13 and ends Thursday, May 27 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus. St. exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and veneration of Borror Drive, Columbus. Ohio State baseball vs. Purdue with stops at parish schools and high schools on Mon- Vincent Family Center’s annual awards luncheon hon- reliics from the true cross. All are invited. 614-224-1295 followed by fireworks. Meet at main gate. Cost of ticket day, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. ors community difference-makers and highlights the Columbus Frasatti Society Mass and a Meal $6.50. center’s work with children and families. 614-252-0731 7 p.m., St. Patrick Church, 280 N. Grant Ave., Columbus. 14, MONDAY ext. 1132 Mass celebrated by Father Charles Shonk, OP, followed 12, SATURDAY Bethesda Post-Abortion Healing Ministry by pizza. Ohio Dominican Commencement 6:30 p.m., support group meeting, 2744 Dover Road, Co- 19, SATURDAY 11 a.m., Alumni Hall, Ohio Domunican University, 1216 lumbus (Christ the King convent, first building west of Life and Mercy Mass in Plain City 22-23, TUESDAY-WEDNESDAY the church). 614-718-0277, 614-309-2651, 614-309-0157 9 a.m. Mass, St. Joseph Church, 140 West Ave., Plain City. Trauma-Informed Care Summitt Our Lady of Peace Men’s Bible Study Saturday Life and Mercy Mass, followed by rosary Residence Inn by Mariott, 3100 Olentangy River Rd., 7 p.m., Our Lady of Peace Church, 20 E. Dominion Blvd., and confession. Columbus. Presenters at the conference sponsored All fund-raising events (festivals, bazaars, by Ohio Mental Health & Addiction Services include spaghetti dinners, fish fries, bake sales, Columbus. Bible study of Sunday Scripture readings. Centering Prayer Group Meeting at Corpus Christi Father Jeff Putthoff, SJ, founder and former executive pizza/sub sales, candy sales, etc.) Prayer Group Meeting at Christ the King 10:30 a.m. to noon, Corpus Christi Center of Peace, director of Hopeworks. will be placed as classified ads. An entry 5 to 7 p.m., Christ the King Church, 2777 E. Livingston 1111 E. Stewart Ave., Columbus. Centering prayer group will be $18.50 for the first six lines, and Ave., Columbus (enter at daily Mass entrance). Weekly meeting, beginning with silent prayer, followed by Con- 24, THURSDAY templative Outreach DVD and discussion. 614-512-3731 $2.65 for each additional line. parish prayer group meets for praise, worship, ministry, Columbus Frasatti Christ in the City Pentecost Vigil Mass For more information, call Douglas Bean at and teaching. 614-886-8266 7 p.m., St. Patrick Church, 280 N. Grant Ave., Columbus. 7 p.m., St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 6077 Sharon Woods 614-224-6530. Eucharistic adoration, confessions, Taize chant and Do- 15, TUESDAY Blvd. Columbus. Rosary, contemporary praise and wor- minican compline followed by fellowship at Claddagh Edwardians Mystery Day Trip ship before Mass at 8:15 p.m. and fellowship afterward. Irish Pub. 8:30 a.m., St. Edward Church, 785 Newark-Granville Road, Sponsored by the Columbus Catholic Renewal. 614- Foster parents informational meeting Granville. Parish’s Edwardians senior travel group takes 500-8178. a one-day mystery trip. Cost $34; advance registrations 16:30 p.m., St. Vincent Family Center, 1490 E. Main St., ‘Happenings’ submissions required. 740-323-3105 20, SUNDAY Columbus. Informational meeting on becoming a foster Notices for items of Catholic interest must Rosary for Life at St. Blessing of St. Gerard Majella at Holy Family parent. 614-252-0731 be received at least 12 days before expect- Following 6:15 p.m. Mass, St. Joan of Arc Church, 10700 After 11 a.m. Mass, Holy Family Church, 584 W. Broad Prayer Group Meeting at Christ the King ed publication date. We will print them as Liberty Road, Powell. Recital of Rosary for Life, spon- St., Columbus. Blessing of St. Gerard Majella, patron of 5 to 7 p.m., Christ the King Church, 2777 E. Livingston space permits. sored by church’s respect life committee. expectant mothers, for all women who are pregnant or Ave., Columbus (enter at daily Mass entrance). Weekly Items not received before this deadline may wish to become pregnant. 614-221-1890 parish prayer group meets for praise, worship, ministry, not be published. 16, WEDNESDAY Angelic Warfare Confraternity at Columbus St. Patrick and teaching. 614-886-8266 Listings cannot be taken by phone. Abortion Recovery Network Group Following noon Mass, St. Patrick Church, 280 N. Grant Eucharistic Holy Hour at Sacred Heart Mail to: The Catholic Times 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Westerville Area Resource Ministry, Ave., Columbus. Monthly meeting of Angelic Warfare 7 p.m., Sacred Heart Church, 893 Hamlet St., Columbus. Happenings, 1150 Heatherdown Drive, Westerville. Abortion recov- Confraternity, with talk on chastity-related issues fol- Eucharistic Holy Hour with the intention of deepened 197 East Gay St., Columbus, OH 43215 ery network group meeting for anyone interested in lowed by Holy Hour. 614-224-9522 holiness and an increase in the virtue of fortitude for Fax to: 614-241-2518 recovering from abortion or who has been through Kateri Prayer Circle at St. Mark the Holy Father, bishops, and priests, concluding with E-mail as text to [email protected] a recovery program, and wants to stay connected. 1 p.m., Aranda Center, St. Mark Church, 324 Gay St., Lan- Benediction, social period, and refreshments. 614-721-2100 caster. Kateri Prayer Circle meeting to honor St. Kateri 614-372-5249 18 Catholic Times May 13, 2018 focusART on The Hillbilly Thomists

By Kelly Sankowski Catholic News Service Bluegrass music may not be the first thing that comes to mind when people meets bluegrass in best-selling album think of Dominicans, but for the 10 Above: The Hillbilly Thomists perform at the Catholic Information Center in Wash- Dominican brothers and priests at the ington April 11. CNS photo/Tyler Orsburn Dominican House of Studies in Wash- Left: Dominican Brother Joseph Hagan smiles as he plays the washboard during a ington who recently released their de- performance. The band consists of 10 Dominican friars from the Dominican House but album, “The Hillbilly Thomists,” of Studies in Washington. CNS photo/Jaclyn Lippelmann, Catholic Standard the two have a lot in common. “The life of holiness is the happiest Carolina. of preaching, said Brother Simon. The life. It is the good life,” said Brother “The different skills we brought fit Dominicans also are known as the Or- Teller, who plays guitar on the well together,” said Brother Joseph, der of Preachers. album. “I was drawn, and I think a lot who plays the drums. “Obviously, we The songs are “about Christ and of men are drawn, by the joy the broth- came together primarily for God. … grace and about very human things ers exhibit ... to be living this life, to be We aren’t just people who have skills like death,” he said. The themes are saving our souls, to be drawing closer and (who) use each other to make an found in tracks such as “What Would to Jesus, and to do it with brothers.” album.” You Give in Exchange for Your Soul?” Likewise, while listening to bluegrass Unless they are practicing for a specif- inviting the listener to contemplate dy- music, “there is a real happiness that ic gig, the Hillbilly Thomists’ schedule ing and meeting God; “Poor Wayfaring is just drawn out of you,” he said. “So of playing together is pretty fluid. Stranger,” reflecting the experience of a 13-year-old, playing the fiddle along- pilgrimage; and “Leaning on the Ev- I think that we’re geared to be happy, “It is a true extension of our fraternal side now-Father Thomas Joseph White, erlasting Arms,” invoking an image of and bluegrass lets you be happy in a re- life,” Brother Jonah told the Catholic who had begun playing the bluegrass relying on God. ally expressive way.” mandolin after his novice master told all Standard, newspaper of the Archdio- People have told the brothers that That happiness was tangible as six novices to take up a hobby. cese of Washington. they see the album as something that of the Hillbilly Thomists played to a The product of the brothers’ fun pas- Little did the 13-year-old know that they can send to their children who standing-room-only crowd last month time has received a response that none he would later wear a similar white hab- have fallen away from the Church or at the Catholic Information Center in anticipated. It was in the top 10 of the it and again play the fiddle alongside share with their non-Catholic friends, Washington. Middle-age men tapped bluegrass Billboard charts for about 10 Father White, who is now an associate said Brother Simon. It is considered their feet and babies clapped their weeks, at one point reaching the No. 3 professor of systematic theology at the “cultural, but at the core of it is Christi- hands to the tunes. The musicians spot, and it also reached the top 20 of all Dominican House of Studies. anity,” he said. laughed with each other as they created Father White and Father Austin Lit- albums on Amazon. People from around the proper setting for bluegrass music, the world are listening to it, reviewing While the songs have deep and com- ke founded the Hillbilly Thomists in plex theological themes, part of the which they said is usually played infor- the early 2000s. They chose the name it and often learning about St. Thomas mally around a kitchen table. Aquinas in the process, as they Google, beauty of the bluegrass is its simplicity, from a quote by Catholic author Flan- said Brother Joseph. Brother Simon Teller, who plays the nery O’Connor, who said: “Everybody “What is a Thomist?” fiddle in the new album, is Brother who has read ‘Wise Blood’ thinks I’m Country and bluegrass legend Ricky “The lyrics are very prayerful, if not Jonah’s brother. They grew up in Cin- a hillbilly nihilist, whereas … I’m a Skaggs stopped by the Dominican just simply prayers,” he said. cinnati, attending St. Gertrude Parish, hillbilly Thomist.” House of Studies to visit the Hill- Since they take vows of obedience, where Dominicans in the religious Brother Justin Bolger was a profes- billy Thomists and, before playing Brother Simon said it is difficult to talk order’s Eastern province go for their sional touring musician and a sound bluegrass with them, joined them for about the future of the band, but add- novitiate year. The Dominican friars at engineer before entering the Domini- prayer and lunch. ed, “We’re all excited to see where the Columbus St. Patrick Church are also can order. Brother Joseph Hagan and The impetus for the album was as Lord takes it.” part of the same province. others had studied music in college. a fundraiser, since the album’s pro- Sankowski is on the staff of the Cath- Looking through old family photos, Brother Simon had spent summers as ceeds go to the Dominican House of olic Standard, newspaper of the Arch- Brother Simon found one of himself as a street musician in Asheville, North Studies, but the album also is a form diocese of Washington. May 13, 2018 Catholic Times 19 Mothers … God’s precious gift By Gloria Butler get up and quietly take the child out of dom get up. Yes, they do climb on We see them every time we attend the sanctuary … again, we are seeing their parents’ laps sometimes, when Mass. They are the clingers and cud- more fathers helping with this also. the baby is sleeping or in the car seat, dlers … children, every age from As these little ones grow up, the but they also comfort each other. A newborn to 10 years old and older, scene may change a bit, but usually a four-year-old holds his two-year-old who cling to their mothers, and more different sort of touching is involved. brother when mom and dad’s arms are and more to their fathers as well. I have witnessed little ones winding full. For the most part, the little ones remain quiet as their siblings cling to It has always amazed me how the their fingers in their mommy’s hair, them in clumsy fashion. same little ones, who can be loud, and stroking her face for an entire full of energy, chasing siblings and hour, or bury their face in her neck It is wonderful to witness the results friends across the lawn at church only and plant butterfly kisses. The parent of the training being instilled in these moments ago, nestle down during may be thinking of this as a way to beautiful little guys and a testament Mass and become quiet as mice. They get through Mass, but to this great to their parents for their patience and sit very close to their Mom, inching grandma, it is one of the most pre- work it must require to accomplish this over, and more often than not climb cious bonding moments to store away calm, in what could easily be chaos. into their laps. Their heads on parent’s and treasure forever. Oh, to turn back Our parish is full of children whose shoulders, they stare off into space in the clock and have my children need parents are doing amazing jobs teach- a trance-like state, sometimes smil- me like that again! To be able to make ing the importance of Mass, and how ing, but more often shyly diverting everything in their life better, just by we respect our heavenly family al- their eyes. They seem to be simply touch. It is truly one of God’s finest ways, especially when we are in their absorbing their parent’s touch, as accomplishments, creating the un- presence in the Lord’s house. conditional love between mother and they feel their mother gently rubbing They are learning life-long values in child, memories to last our lifetimes. their backs to comfort them, and oc- wrestle their little ones for the entire the perfect place, at Jesus’ altar, with casionally whispering in their ear the Mass! They miss part of the Mass, fo- If you have, in your parish, large His Mother Mary standing watch, qui- words only a parent uses to calm a cusing instead on the most important families, with “stair-step” children, etly nearby, to comfort, console and restless child. job, meeting the needs of their little observe the dynamics that take place be there for her Son. during Mass, only slightly differ- I always say a silent prayer for the ones. If the child becomes loud, cries As the wonderful spring gives forth parents, who sometimes hold and/or and is disturbing others, they simply ent, but just as sweet. We are bless- ed to have several such families. One to Mother’s Day once again, may God comes to mind, six little boys, age watch over the little children and their range seven or eight down to about a mothers and fathers, keeping all safe year old. To say they are adorable is from harm. And may the beautiful are your gifts an understatement! To say their par- bonding that takes place before Our ents are destined for sainthood is also Lord each week continue for eternity. an understatement! They follow their Gloria Butler is a lifelong writer parents into Mass like little duck- and active parishioner at Plain City lings, with mom and dad carrying St. Joseph Church. Her work has Faith-Filled? the two youngest. They do not bring appeared in the Catholic Times and toys, trucks, food or even many “soft other publications. 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