Ordinations in Russia Answer Prayers, Says Church Official

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WASHINGTON (CNS)—The ordi- were recited in our churches for nations of three men trained in decades are being answered. ... Russia—the first such public cere- These ordinations attest to that. mony in more than 80 years— “Up until this time the pastoral answered decades of prayer by needs of Russia were served pri- U.S. Catholics, said a U.S. bishops’ marily by priests from outside official. Russia,” he said. Meanwhile, a Church official in Msgr. Schnurr traveled to Moscow said the significance of St. Petersburg, Russia, with the event should not be exagger- Msgr. R. George Sarauskas, exec- ated, since the Catholic Church in utive director of the U.S. bishops’ Russia is “only just starting its Office to Aid the Church in restoration.” Central and Eastern Europe, to In Washington, Msgr. Dennis M. attend the ordinations of three Schnurr, general secretary of the men to the priesthood May 23 and National Conference of Catholic four to the diaconate May 22. The Bishops, said, “It’s important for ordinations were held in the Catholics in the United States to Assumption of the Blessed Virgin realize that this celebration was, in Mary Chapel at Mary Queen of many respects, an answer to decades Apostles Seminary. and decades of prayer ... and due in Msgr. Schnurr said that at the great part to their generosity. May 23 ordinations, Archbishop “As a child, I remember always Tadeusz Kondrusiewicz, apostolic praying for the conversion of administrator of European Russia, Russia, and here it is happening in “said the very chapel in which the our day,” he said. “The prayers that ordination was taking place and See RUSSIA, page 3

Archbishop Tadeusz Kondrusiewicz, apostolic administrator of European Russia, ordains Father Ghennadi Rabihanukaiev May 22 at Mary Queen of Apostles Seminary in St. Petersburg, Russia. The ordination of three priests was the first such public ceremony in more than 80 years. CNS photo Mexican monks prepare for priesthood Three Benedictines are completing their In addition, the main work of Tepeyac “We see everyone in the morning at Abbey is quite different. The monks there breakfast and at Compline at the end of studies at Saint Meinrad School of Theology operate a Catholic school for 3,500 children, See MONKS, page 2 ranging in age from 19 months to 19 years. ST. MEINRAD—Like other priest- student. The monks are accustomed to the daily hood students at Saint Meinrad School As the Saint Meinrad “veteran” of the influx of thousands of youngsters. of Theology in St. Meinrad, three monks trio, the outgoing Brother Oscar finds that The size of the Benedictine communi- from Mexico are learning what it’s like his confreres often defer to him when they ties and the organization required to to fit into a different culture, develop are asked about the differences between operate each community also differ, the new friendships and adjust to the routine their urban Hispanic culture and that of monks said. Tepeyac, founded in 1946 by of classes. Saint Meinrad. St. John’s Abbey But for Benedictine Brothers Oscar “In our suburb, in Collegeville, Cigarroa, Pablo Medina and Domingo we have 2 million Minn., has 43 Espindola, getting acclimated to Saint people,” he said. monks, including Meinrad’s quiet, rural environment has The Mexican postulants and been a bit more of a challenge. monks are famil- novices. About The three monks from Tepeyac Abbey iar with the 135 monks belong near Mexico City came to Saint Meinrad everyday distrac- to the Saint Mein- to study to become priests. tions of people, rad community. Brother Oscar, 23, came to Saint traffic and loud With fewer Meinrad in June of 1997. He is a third- music. Stores and monks at Tepeyac, year student in the School of Theology. entertainment are Brothers Oscar, Brother Pablo, 26, also a third-year stu- easier to get to by Pablo and Domingo dent, arrived in August of 1997. Brother walking or using are used to interact-

Domingo, 30, began his studies at Saint public transporta- Photo courtesy of Saint Meinrad ing with every Meinrad last August as a second-year tion. Saint Meinrad Archabbey monk every day. Page 2 The Criterion Friday, June 4, 1999

class, he said, and faculty members use MONKS up-to-date textbooks and refer students continued from page 1 to recently published journal articles for research on particular subjects. the day,” Brother Oscar said. This is sig- Brother Oscar said classes at Saint nificant in the Hispanic culture, he Meinrad also tend to complement each explained, as relationships are the core other. Last year, he took classes in the around which everything revolves. Psalms, Church history, the Old Test- The smaller community also allows for ament and the sacraments. As a result, more informality and requires less struc- he said, “I had a very broad view of ture, according to the monks. things.” At Saint Meinrad, the One valuable skill the reverse is true. There are monks are mastering is designated times when ‘We have learned how to summarize what business is conducted. As they have learned. After examples, Saint Meinrad to love our reading the material and sets specific hours that listening to lectures and the vestry is open for community in other viewpoints on an monks to pick up sup- issue, they said, it’s plies, and a car must be a stronger way.’ important to be able to reserved in advance of a distill the information trip. The smaller commu- into a concise summary. nity at Tepeyac has no need for such a “This will be helpful in our ministry,” formal structure. said Brother Oscar, because people often The Mexican monks also find that the want the “short answer” to theological styles of learning and teaching differ questions. between cultures. They are accustomed “That’s a very positive side of to teachers who lecture every day, with Saint Meinrad School of Theology,” he no discussion or questions encouraged. said. In addition, the students and teachers The monks face some unique chal- rely on only old books, Brother Oscar lenges, though. While they speak and said. understand English, they think in In Mexico, students are expected to Spanish. Often, they must translate a agree with the professor, he explained. “If concept into their native language and not, that’s your problem.” back again, they said. Sometimes, for an “It certainly is different,” agreed idea to make sense, they must search for Brother Domingo. At Saint Meinrad, an example that is more representative students have the opportunity to discuss of their culture. Photo courtesy of Saint Meinrad a variety of topics and viewpoints in The three monks agree that this con- Three Benedictine monks from Tepeyac Abbey in Mexico are studying for the priesthood at Saint Meinrad stant mental exercise made the first School of Theology. They are Benedictine Brothers Domingo Espindola, Oscar Cigarroa and Pablo Medina. months of their studies here somewhat Correction exhausting. Benedictine order.” to their home community. Because they are monks, the Mexican And while the differences and similari- “We have learned to love our commu- The homilist for Father Darvin students live in the monastery during their ties between Benedictine communities are nity in a stronger way,” Brother Oscar Winters’s First Mass on June 6 at St. stay. interesting to compare, the Tepeyac said. “It has also helped me form an iden- Therese of the Child Jesus (Little “The community here has been very monks said their stay has broadened their tity” as well as see the uniqueness of the Flower) Church in Indianapolis will be welcoming,” said Brother Oscar. They experience as well as bound them closer Tepeyac community. † Benedictine Father Guerric De Bona, have made friends and answered many English professor at Saint Meinrad questions about their culture. School of Theology. “This is a great experience,” agreed Brother Domingo, “to see unity in the We are Medicare certified!

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graduating class of the six-year program was interesting in itself. They ran and got which was still “only just starting its RUSSIA at Mary Queen of Apostles Seminary, their cameras and camcorders just to record restoration.” continued from page 1 which was reopened in 1993 with funding all of this,” he said. “Although it’s essential to have real the very seminary in which the chapel from the U.S. bishops’ office. In Moscow, a Church leader welcomed Russian priests, it’s also vital to have real was located in all likelihood would not Msgr. Schnurr said he and Msgr. Sar- the ordinations, but cautioned that the Catholic priests, so we shouldn’t exagger- be in their hands, and certainly would auskas “on behalf of Catholics in the Church still had a “long way to go” to set ate this event’s impact,” the 29-year-old not be in the state of repair where they United States gave each of the new up a pastoral program. Polish-trained chancellor continued. could actually use the facility, were it priests a portable Mass kit, because the “This was a major historic event for “At present, we are not evangelizing, not for the generosity of Catholics in the number of miles that they have to cover us,” Father Vadim Shajkievich, chancellor but trying to reassemble our people and United States.” in order to meet the needs of the of the Apostolic Administration of work out a pastoral plan. We are still only The majority of U.S. dioceses con- parishes to which they will be assigned European Russia, told Catholic News just beginning to normalize Church struc- tribute to a special collection for the is phenomenal.” Service. “As the first ordination since ture,” he said. Catholic Church in Central and Eastern The ordination concluded with venera- 1918, a year after the revolution, it’s “Since foreign priests face visa and Europe administered by the bishops’ tion of the Blessed Sacrament, a Corpus clearly an important sign for our Church’s registration problems, it’s very important office, which was established nine years Christi procession and Benediction, noted continuing revival.” to have more Russian citizens among our ago. The collection is taken up in Msgr. Schnurr. However, he stressed that the ordina- clergy,” added Father Shajkievich, who parishes, usually early in Lent. “We did go around the block. And the tions would not affect the currently “very trained for the priesthood in Poland after The three new priests made up the first attention this gathered from the bystanders weak’’ state of Russia’s Catholic Church, studying at Moscow University. †

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Seeking the Face of the Lord Official Weekly Newspaper of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein, O.S.B. Rev. Msgr. Raymond T. Bosler TheCriterion 1915 - 1994 Criterion Founding Editor Most Rev. Daniel M. Buechlein, O.S.B., Publisher William R. Bruns, Executive Editor Greg A. Otolski, Managing Editor John F. Fink, Editor Emeritus Birthday greetings Editorial to the archbishop from our young Church

Barak must halt t is time to share some of the going there for Mass.” 1999 birthday greetings and ques- “Do you remember having two tions from St. Jude School here in servers where one stepped on your expansion of settlements Indianapolis. They are as delight- cloak and the other one spilled the I bread trying to pick it up? Those two ful as ever! First, the greetings. “Happy were my father and uncle.” he people of Israel gave a clear Ma’aleh Adumim, east of Jerusalem Birthday! I hope you like the cards we “I think you know my Uncle John. signal when they elected Ehud on the way to Jericho. Just five days made for you. … I also hope you like He talks about you a lot.” TBarak prime minister on May 17 before the election, outgoing Defense the nots [sic] we rote [sic] for you, And there is poignancy. “I am a that they are tired of the delays in the Minister Moshe Arens gave approval peace process they experienced during for enlarging this settlement by 3,000 because we were thinking about them fourth grader at St. Jude’s, a Blue Benjamin Netanyahu’s term. Polls have acres. for a day or two.” Ribbon School of Excellence. … I indicated for years that the Israelis are Back in 1997, 30 Palestinian fami- “Our teacher didn’t know how old have a mom and a 13-year-old not afraid of having a Palestinian state lies had their homes bulldozed by the you are, but you can’t be that old!” brother. My dad died when I was 10 next to them because Israel is so strong Israelis so that Ma’aleh Adumim could Another classmate wasn’t so sure. months old in a car accident.” militarily, thanks to the help they have be expanded. Those families had lived “I bet you wish you were 5 years Another touched my heart: “I love received from the United States. there since 1950 and after their homes yunger [sic]. Birthdays come real fast what you do for the homeless people. Barak campaigned on reviving the were destroyed, they were forced to when you get older.” I live far from any homeless people. peace process, which will eventually live in tents or large shipping contain- My Dad died on December 18, 1997. result in a Palestinian state, probably ers on rocky ground near Jerusalem’s “When the Archbishop has a birth- yet this year. He should be in a good garbage dump. day the cake has to be pretty big, so I I was wondering if you could say a position to finalize agreements with the A halt to the expansion of settle- have one question. … Who gets the prayer for him, if it would not take up Palestinians and to live up to those ments is a personal issue with the milk?” your time. Well let’s get back to the already made, especially the Oslo Palestinians and that is why it must be “I hope you like the card I made. subject. Happy birthday day. My Accords of 1993 and the Wye River at the top of a list of priorities for I’m sorry about the cake. … The bak- classmates and I are all doing this agreement last November. Barak. Of course, when agreements are ers didn’t follow my directions.” because we care.” Once Barak has formed his new finalized concerning the status of those “How have you been doing? I’ve I am never too busy to offer prayers government, the first thing he must do settlements in the state of Palestine, been doing great with stuff like home- that are asked of me. And I truly is to stop the expansion of Israeli set- provisions will have to be made for the tlements on the West Bank. This will protection of the Jewish settlers. This work, but I’m getting tired of going to believe this young fellow cares. be a clear sign of his good faith in car- will be particularly important for the school, five days a week, eight hours a There were lots of questions: “Do rying out his campaign pledges. There settlements in West Bank cities such as day. I could figure out how many min- you go see people in nersing [sic] is nothing that the Palestinians resent Hebron and Nablus, which are not near utes that is, but I don’t want to do the homes?” more than the building of those settle- the Israeli border. math!” Yes I do, whenever I can. My dad ments on land that should be a part of With Barak’s election, some prob- “And the good Lord said, Happy was in a nursing home for six years. the state of Palestine. It was the confis- lems that long seemed to be insur- Birthday! I really like the way you go “Do you have a brother or sister?” cation of Palestinian land near mountable now seem to have solu- from place to place telling people I have one brother who is three Bethlehem and the start of the Har tions. Chief among them is the status years older than me. Homa settlement in 1997 that side- of Jerusalem. Some of the same peo- about God. You do what you think is tracked the peace process. ple from Barak’s Labor Party who right.” “Where is the funnest [sic] place During Netanyahu’s term, the achieved the Oslo Accords have been How about this for straightforward you’ve ever been?” Israelis encouraged the expansion of secretly negotiating with Palestinians generosity? “Even though I don’t Either Rome for the sights or settlements so that they would be an and apparently have found a compro- know you, I don’t know what you look Florida for vacation. accomplished fact during negotiations mise. The Palestinians will establish like, and I don’t know what your “What is your favorite sport?” for disputed territory. About 180,000 their capital in Abu Dis, just outside favorite food is, I still will wish you a I love to swim. I enjoy watching Israelis are now living in the West the municipal boundary of Jerusalem Happy Birthday!” football and basketball. Bank. Most of these “settlements” are and only two miles from the Old City, I appreciate this one: “I hope you “Do you have any pets?” not temporary housing, as many people but the Palestinians who live in East believe. Many of them are large ultra- Jerusalem will become citizens of have a happy birthday. I will pray that I like dogs, but I wouldn’t have modern condominium structures, Palestine. If both sides can accept that you make good decisions.” time to take care of one. sometimes with green grass and swim- compromise it will go a long way Another wrote, “May the Lord be “Do you want to become a ming pools that use some of the water toward securing peace. with you on your special day as you Cardinal?” that’s so scarce in the Middle East. But the first step should be a stop to grow in faith with the Lord your God.” I love being Archbishop of Some have shopping malls, theaters the expansion of those settlements, I don’t know if the Colts and the Indianapolis and this is where the and restaurants. especially Ma’aleh Adumim, and an Pacers want to read this: “I’m a fourth pope wants me to be. The largest of these settlements, end to the bulldozing of Palestinian grader at St. Jude School. I like foot- “Why do you always carry around with a population of about 20,000, is homes. † that stick?” — John F. Fink ball, it’s probably my favorite sport. My favorite team is the Dallas It’s like a shepherd’s staff because a Cowboys. I also enjoy basketball. My bishop is to be like a shepherd taking favorite teams are the Bulls and the care of the people. Lakers.” “I was wondering who makes all Who says vocations don’t begin your hats. Do you buy them at a early? “I go to St. Jude School. 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Buscando la Cara del Señor Letters to the Editor Arzobispo Daniel M. Buechlein, O.S.B. Message to RNC land of Kosovo. Could it be that Yugoslavia, like Iraq, is a Gentlemen [of the Republican National regional power in a strategic area that the Committee]: Pentagon and Wall Street seek to dominate? If you change your platform and accept Yugoslavia is a sovereign state. The Deseos de abortion or any killing or oppression of demands made on Yugoslavia by the United innocents for any reason, and lack a firm States in February at the peace talks in pro-life platform item and candidates, I France were gross violations of their sover- shall not vote for anyone, having been given eignty and the independence of their coun- cumpleaños al no choice. try. The Yugoslavia government rejected the Letters should tell any party, well in demand to allow a foreign occupying army. advance of the convention and the election, United States militarism is out of hand. It that they have trouble. We cannot let strikes where and when it chooses. arzobispo de los niños Planned Parenthood or other organizations Yugoslavia is the fourth country, along with control the life or death of our babies. Iraq, Afghanistan and the Sudan, to be They do it for money and get very rich bombed by the U.S. in the last eight and support candidates. In the name of months. The U.S. concern about removal of de nuestra Iglesia compassion and fairness they have killed people from their homeland is very selec- close to 35 million babies and few know the tive. I am reminded that U.S. policy has horrors caused to the women who have supported, with arms and money, the s tiempo de compartir algunos de “¿Recuerda cuando hubo dos servi- aborted. Roe in the [Roe vs. Wade] lawsuit removal of Kurdish people in Turkey and of los saludos de cumpleaños para dores y uno de ellos pisó su manto y el is now a Catholic convert and pro-life Palestinians, Guatemalan indigenous people, Eel 1999 de la escuela Saint Jude otro vertió el pan? Ellos fueron mi padre activist. etc. The list goes on. aquí en Indianápolis. ¡Estos son inspi- y tío”. Such abstention will relieve me of voting We are all aware of the escalating vio- radores como siempre! “Creo que conoce a mi tío John. Él for evil. There is no lesser of two evils. I lence on our streets and in our schools. Is it Primero de todo—“¡Feliz habla de Ud. mucho”. hope that this letter will help you under- surprising? The guns on our streets are in Cumpleaños! Deseo que las tarjetas que Son conmovedores también. “Estoy stand that changing to a pro-choice platform direct proportion to the guns of the hicimos le hayan gustado.… Espero en el cuarto grado en Saint Jude, una so that you can win an election is evil. I Pentagon. también que las notitas que le escribi- Escuela de Excelencia premiada con have to vote for the candidates who hold Violence breeds more violence. Would mos le hayan gustado, porque pensamos Anta Azul. … Tengo mamá y hermano sacred what God has created. America that our president and the Pentagon officials en ellas por uno o dos días”. mayor de trece años. Mi papá murió en needs a character adjustment. We need to take heed of the recent actions of Jesse “Nuestra maestra no sabía cuántos un accidente automovilístico cuando stand tall. Better that we become un- Jackson. It is never too late to negotiate. años tiene Ud., ¡pero no puede ser sean tenía diez meses”. American than un-Godly. Joe Zelenka tantos años”! Otro estudiante me conmovió: “Me Dan Logan Indianapolis Otro compañero de clase no estaba gusta lo que hace para los sin hogar. Via e-mail tan seguro. “A que es 5 años más joven. Vivo lejos de las personas sin hogar. Indianapolis Los cumpleaños llegan muy rápida- Mi papá se murió el 18 de diciembre Letter Policies mente cuando avanzan los años”. de 1997. Me preguntaba si Ud. podría No to bombing Letters from readers are welcome “Cuando el Arzobispo tiene un rezar por él, si tiene el tiempo. Vamos a I am both saddened and angry that my and should be informed, relevant, well- cumpleaños, la torta tiene que ser muy volver al tema. Feliz cumpleaños. Mis government, which I dearly love, is once expressed, concise, temperate in tone, grande, pues tengo pregunta. … ¿Quién compañeros de clase y yo estamos again using military power under the pretext courteous and respectful. obtiene la leche?” haciendo todo esto porque nos es of caring about the rights of Muslim people The editors reserve the right to “Espero que le guste la tarjeta que importante”. in Yugoslavia, while their policy of sanc- select and edit the letters based on hice. Me preocupa por la torta… Los Nunca estoy demasiado ocupado para tions kills 300 mostly Muslim Iraqis every space limitations, pastoral sensitivity, panaderos no siguieron mis instruc- ofrecer oraciones las cuales se me day—half of them under 5 years old. and content (including spelling and ciones”. piden. Verdaderamente creo que este This bombing is killing people of all grammar). Frequent writers will ordi- “¿Cómo le va? Me ha ido muy bien muchacho se preocupa. nationalities in Yugoslavia, as well as poi- narily be limited to one letter every en mis responsabilidades como tarea Hubo muchas preguntas: “¿Visita soning their land with radioactive depleted three months. escolar, pero me canso de asistir a la Ud. a las personas en las casas de weapons. The use of depleted uranium Letters must be signed, but, for seri- escuela, cinco días a la semana, ocho ancianos?” bombs threatens to make a nuclear waste- ous reasons, names may be withheld. horas al día. ¡Yo podría calcular cuántos Sí, las visito cuando pueda. Mi papá minutos, pero no quiero hacer matemáti- estuvo en un asilo de ancianos por seis cas!” años. The Good Steward/ “Y el buen Señor dijo—¡Feliz “¿Tiene un hermano o hermana?” Dan Conway Cumpleaños! Realmente me gusta como Tengo un hermano mayor con tres viaja Ud. de lugar a lugar diciendo a la años. Saying ‘farewell’ to a good steward gente sobre Dios. Hace lo que piensa es “¿Dónde está el lugar más divertido correcto”. que ha visitado?” Seven years ago, when the bishops of Jim Magee was a man whose life made ¡Que acerca de su franca generosi- Me gusta Roma por sus monumentos the United States published their pastoral a difference. Those who knew him, worked dad! “¡A pesar de no conocerlo, no y la Florida para pasar mis vacaciones. letter, Stewardship: A with him and loved him were touched by conozco su apariencia, y no conozco su “¿Cuál es su deporte favorito?” Disciple’s Response, his faith and his generosity. And many comida preferida, le deseo un Feliz Me gusta nadar. Me gusta mirar el they formally intro- more people who did not know him per- Cumpleaños!” fútbol y el baloncesto. duced the concept of sonally were touched by his commitment to Me agrada esto: “Espero que tenga “¿Tiene algunas mascotas?” stewardship into the education and to the ministry of charity. As un feliz cumpleaños. Oraré para que Me gustan los perros, pero no tengo language of the Archbishop Buechlein said last week, tome buenas decisiones”. tiempo para cuidarlos. Church. But when you “There is little doubt why, in 1998, Pope Otro estudiante escribió, “¡Que el “¿Quiere hacerse Cardenal?” read this pastoral letter, John Paul II recognized Jim’s contributions Señor esté consigo en su especial día Me gusta ser Arzobispo de you quickly discover to the Church with the Pro Ecclesia et mientas crece en la fe con el Señor su Indianápolis y aquí es donde el papa that the bishops do not Pontifice Award.” Dios”. quiere que yo esté. offer a straightforward definition of this rel- The Lord called home this good and No sé si los equipos Colts y Pacers “¿Por qué siempre lleva aquel pali- atively new term in our Catholic vocabu- faithful steward on May 22. By our reckon- quieren leer esto: “Estoy en el cuarto to?” lary. Instead of defining stewardship (an ing, it was much too soon. But Jim was grado en la escuela Saint Jude. Me gusta El báculo es como el bastón de un abstract concept), the bishops prefer to be ready. He was not afraid to say yes to the el fútbol, posiblemente sea mi deporte pastor porque un arzobispo tiene que ser very concrete and specific. They prefer to Lord’s final invitation to “give without favorito. Mi equipo favorito es Dallas como pastor quien cuida a la gente. describe the characteristics of “a Christian counting the cost.” He was used to giving Cowboys. También me gusta el balon- “Quisiera saber quien hace todos sus steward.” generously (his time, his talent, and his cesto. Mis equipos favoritos son los sombreros. ¿Los compra en una tien- Who is a Christian steward? money). He wanted to do whatever was Bulls y los Lakers” . da?” In their pastoral letter, the bishops asked of him ¿Quién dice que las vocaciones no No los compro en Lazarus o Ayres. respond: “One who receives God’s gifts In their pastoral letter, the bishops comienzan temprano? “Asisto a la Compañías de bienes religiosas se los gratefully, cherishes and tends them in a describe “the steward’s reward.” They say escuela Saint Jude. Posiblemente quiera fabrican y venden a los arzobispos. responsible and accountable manner, that “to be a Christian disciple is a reward- ser sacerdote cuando crezca. Me gusta “¿Es divertido ser Arzobispo?” shares them in justice and love with others, ing way of life, a way of companionship aprender de Jesús. Estoy en tercer grado. Sí, la mayoría del tiempo; especial- and returns them with increase to the with Jesus, and the practice of stewardship Espero que tenga un inolvidable mente cuando recibo tarjetas como Lord.” Christian stewardship does not exist as a part of it is itself a source of deep joy. cumpleaños”. estas. ¡Le doy deseos atrasados a in the abstract, but in the particular circum- Those who live this way are happy people “¡Hola! Mi amigo quiere ser sacer- Michael quien comparte el mismo día stances of a good steward’s daily life. who have found the meaning and purpose dote. Tengo un tío abuelo quien es sac- de cumpleaños! † Who is a Christian steward? of living.” erdote en South Dakota. Vive en un No one better fit the description given Jim Magee found the meaning and pur- monasterio llamado Blue Cloud. Me Traducido por: Language Training to us by the bishops than the late James pose of living. He found it by planting it, gusta ir allí para celebrar la Misa”. Center, Indianapolis W. Magee. As a husband and father, as a nurturing it, and giving it away—over and business leader and friend, as a philan- over again. As Archbishop Buechlein said thropist and a deeply spiritual person, Jim last week, “We will all miss Jim very La intención de vocaciones del Arzobispo Buechlein para junio. Magee was grateful, responsible, gener- much.” † Mujeres Religiosas: Que su amor por Dios y carisma religioso sean aprecia- ous and always willing to “give back with dos y alentados por todas partes. interest” from the many gifts he had (Dan Conway is the former secretary for received, including (in recent years) the stewardship and communications for the gift of suffering. Archdiocese of Indianapolis.) Page 6 The Criterion Friday, June 4, 1999

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Those interested intentions and other information, call southern Indiana. The weekend, present- in entering a team should call Joanne 317-356-5407. ed by Conventual Franciscan Father Kent Editor emeritus of The Criterion, Deery at 317-357-6559. Biergans and team, features camping by John F. Fink will speak about “Married The 22nd annual men’s serenity the lake (camping gear not provided). Saints” and sign copies of his book by Dan and Judy Hoyt of Immaculate retreat will be held June 4–6 at Fatima The retreat is open to families, singles that name at 10 a.m. on June 13 at Heart of Mary Parish in Indianapolis are Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., in and young adults. 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BEDFORD—They are building up the kingdom of God Parish in Indianapolis in 1984 and 1985. at St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Bedford. Father Cox went on to tell the men that if it hadn’t Father Bernard Cox, said it’s programs like Christ been for his own participation in Christ Renews His Renews His Parish that have been “far more positive than Parish, “I wouldn’t be here as your priest. Bloomington Deanery anything in helping build up our faith.” “For them it was a very powerful witness. They didn’t Christ Renews His Parish is a two-day spiritual renewal have to talk to me about the power of that retreat,” he program facilitated by parishioners who have previously said. attended the renewal. Men and women The renewal is held once a year at the parish. have separate retreats, which feature The program is shared with St. Mary Parish in witness talks, table discussion pertain- ‘We’re bonding and Mitchell, where Father Cox is also the pastor. ing to witness talks, Scripture sharing, To extend the arm of the renewal further, two St.Vincent de Paul small group projects, group sharing reinforcing our other Bloomington Deanery parishes also are and meditation. Catholic identity in invited to participate—Our Lady of the Springs Christ Renews His Parish is in its Parish in French Lick, and Our Lord Jesus Bedford fourth year at St. Vincent de Paul, a southern Indiana.’ Christ the King Parish in Paoli. 676-household parish in the Father Cox said through inviting the sur- Bloomington Deanery. Franciscan rounding parishes to participate as a larger Sister Joan Luerman, pastoral associate there, said a lot of group “we’re bonding and reinforcing our Catholic iden- parishioners have taken on leadership roles in the parish tity in southern Indiana.” since the renewal began. By Susan M. Bierman “It’s very powerful. They’ve become more enthusiastic,” The St. Vincent de Paul Society she said. Parishioners at the Bedford parish follow the footsteps Eventually it is hoped that Christ Renews His Parish of their patron—St. Vincent de Paul. will touch everyone in the parish. “He took care of the needs of everyone,” Father Cox “In one way or another it already has,” Sister Joan said. said. Father Cox recalls five years ago when a group of men Because of this, St. Vincent de Paul parishioners feel there first proposed starting Christ Renews His Parish at that they have a special mission to help the needy. St. Vincent de Paul. “Whatever it is we do, we must do our best because it “I said, ‘You don’t have to sell that to me,’” Father Cox is the will of God. We must do the best to care for the said. least among us,” Father Cox said, quoting St. Vincent de He had participated in the program at St. Joan of Arc Paul.

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Sister Joan describes the St. Vincent de Some of these needs, she explained, Paul Society conference at the parish as include building ramps, doing lawn and “an active one.” yard work, and fixing leaking roofs. The The conference has operated a thrift committee also offers rides to doctor shop now for some 13 years. The shop is appointments and to the grocery store. A open for about four hours a day. Clothes special collection is taken at Christmas to can be purchased for as little as 25 cents. buy gifts for the children of needy fami- The money goes toward helping those in lies within the parish. need in the Bedford community with items “CARE-inG helps people within the like rent, utility bills, pharmacy bills and parish, where St. Vincent helps everyone food. Those who are just “passing through” else. Nobody is falling through the are not overlooked either. cracks,” Father Cox said. A second collection is taken up at the Mary Ann Sullivan, director of reli- parish for the society in the months with a gious education, said the youth in the fifth Sunday. parish also get involved with helping others. She said members of the youth min- Helping their own istry program work with the caring While the St. Vincent de Paul Society committee on several projects— including conference helps those in need outside the raking leaves for the elderly. parish—another group helps those within The Knights of Columbus Council the parish. #1166 at St. Vincent de Paul also plays a CARE-inG—Care in the name of key role in meeting needs within the parish.

God—takes care of very special extraordi- The Knights of Columbus hosts a Photos by Susan M. Bierman nary needs of the parishioners of St. Vin- weekly bingo with proceeds going to the Father Bernard Cox, pastor of St. Vincent de Paul cent de Paul Parish, Sister Joan said. parish. Presently, they have contributed Parish in Bedford, visits with fourth-graders $12,000 a year to the operation of the Rachel Hurley (center) and Ashley Jordan during parish. In addition, the group recently lunch in the school cafeteria. St. Vincent de Paul (1864) gave $5,000 in memory of its members for church-window restoration. Father Bernard Cox, pastor of St. Vincent Address: 1711 “I” St., Bedford, IN 47421 de Paul Parish in Bedford, talks with Phone: 812-275-6539 Fax: 812-275-3493 The school fifth-graders Christen Finn (first row from ᵼ Church Capacity: 375 St. Vincent de Paul Parish is not only left), Ashley Craig and Elisa Endris (second Number of Households: 676 known in the Bedford community for its row from left) during a recent visit Pastor: Rev. Bernard Cox willingness to help the needy but it is also to the school cafeteria. Pastoral Associate: Sr. Joan Luerman, OSF known for its school. Music Director: Lora J. Burris One hundred ninety-seven children are tool as well. Several school families each Parish Secretary: Kathy Reising Director of Religious Education: Mary enrolled at St. Vincent de Paul School in year have participated in the Rite of Christ- Ann Sullivan preschool through eighth-grade. ian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). Three non- Youth Minister: Diana Matthews Although the school serves primarily Catholic school families entered the Church Principal: Katherine Sleva parishioners, enrollment of non-Catholic this year. School: 903 18th St., 812-279-2540 (P-8) students continues to grow. “We do serve as a good witness of our Number of Students: 197 Katherine Sleva, principal at the school, faith that has fostered so much through the Convent: 906 18th St., 812-275-2779 said several ministers in town send their school community. We are proud of our children to St. Vincent de Paul School. school,” Father Cox said. Masses: Saturday Anticipation — 6:30 p.m. “They’re looking for the faith, the val- Next fall the school will add a second Sunday — 10:30 a.m. Weekdays — Tues., Thurs. 5:30 p.m.; ues and the overall caring atmosphere that kindergarten class. Father Cox believes Weds., Fri. 8:30 a.m. we have in our school,” Sleva said. this will have a “rippling effect on the The school serves as an evangelization whole school.” †

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Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral Sacrament of Reconciliation in the confes- Hours: MTWF 9:30-6, Thurs 9:30-3 • Afternoon at St. Therese of the Child Jesus (the greatest saint of modern times) sional where he spent 17 hours a day for over 30 years. Day 3: Friday, Lisieux/Paris • Les Buisonnets, the family home where Day 8: Wednesday, Lyon/Avignon Therese spent the early years of her life • Avignon, we visit the magnificent Palace of • Travel to Paris and visit the top of the Popes. From the year 1309 to 1377, seven Montmartre hill to glimpse the Bascilica of successive popes ruled the Church from this Sacre Coeur. territory in southern France. Day 4: Saturday, Paris Day 9: Thursday, Avignon/Lourdes • Shrine of the Miraculous Medal, this is where • Lourdes, a small town in the Pyrenees Our Lady appeared to St. Catherine Laboure Mountains. Here in 1858, the Virgin Mary in 1830. 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Page 10 The Criterion Friday, June 4, 1999 Disciples, Catholics discuss conscience formation St. MEINRAD—The Disciples of formation takes place differently in the two For Disciples, the whole community is many obstacles stand in the way, including Christ–Roman Catholic International traditions. In the Disciples of Christ, this encouraged to read and study the Scriptures sinful cultural values, individual sinfulness, Commission for Dialogue held its annual formation occurs through a regular pattern and teaching is in the hands of local minis- and psychological scars. meeting at Saint Meinrad Archabbey from of worship, including their weekly celebra- ters, who interpret Scripture in the light of In the “Agreed Account,” the Churches May 19–24. The commission, co-chaired tion of the Lord’s Supper, preaching, and scholarship and the tradition of the Church concluded that “the activity of the Church by Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein and instructions in Sunday school, in classes and draw upon teaching documents of the in forming a truly Christian conscience Dr. Paul A. Crow, Jr., Disciples of Christ preparing candidates for baptism, and in Church. serves the Church’s mission to the world. A ecumenicist, discussed the theme, other groupings within the Church. For both Churches, the authority of the Christian conscience is a prerequisite for a “Conscience and Community: Formation In the Roman Catholic Church, con- Church’s teaching derives from a combina- faithful Christian life. Those outside the and Practice.” science formation is based on the cate- tion of the truths of revelation, the argu- Church need, not only to hear the Gospel, Discussion at the meeting related to the chism, regular celebration of the sacra- mentation adduced to apply those underly- but also to see it embodied in lives which common understandings and the differ- ments of penance and reconciliation and ing principles, the position and experience manifest the Kingdom. Hence the credibil- ences between the Disciples and Roman the Eucharist, living the liturgical year, fol- of those responsible for teaching, and ity of the Church is at stake if the messen- Catholic traditions around the concepts of lowing the example of Mary and the reception of the teaching by the entire gers appear divided or do not live the mes- freedom of conscience, the role of the saints, catechetical instruction, and in Church. Each of these elements, however, sage. The Church forms and informs the Church and the role of the family in shap- preparation for baptism, marriage, and received differing emphases in the two conscience of its members, so that they ing conscience, binding authority, and pri- death. Churches, with the teaching of the bishops may become more faithful witnesses to the vate judgment. While the responsibility of conscience holding a more central position in the Gospel.” In an “Agreed Account” of the dialogue formation is shared by all the baptized, it is Roman Catholic Church, where, at times, it The commission was formed in 1977 by among the 16-member commission, several exercised in a special way in the Catholic is binding on the conscience. the Council of Christian Unity of the important common understandings were Church by the bishops, priests and deacons, Members of the commission raised the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and identified, including the role of the Church assisted by catechists and teachers. question as to whether these different the U.S. bishops’ Committee for and the family in forming a Christian con- Members of both Churches acknowl- emphases could be held together within a Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs. It is science in its members. edge the necessity of the teaching office of unified Church. one of eight such international bilateral Both Disciples and Roman Catholics the Church. In the Roman Catholic Both Churches agreed on the impor- groups that meet periodically to discuss recognize that the Christian way of life is a Church, this is exercised by the bishops in tance of the role of parents and the quality theological issues and other related prob- continuous process of receiving the teach- communion with the pope, with Scripture, of family life in the development of the lems of Christian unity and to explore the ing of the Church and making choices the creeds, decisions of Church councils, Christian conscience. responsibilities of the Churches for greater shaped by that teaching and by life in com- papal documents, and statements of epis- And both Churches recognized the fact unity of witness and effort in areas of munion with other believers. copal conferences playing a great part in that conversion to Christ and conscience human need. Archbishop Buechlein has The commission agreed that conscience the ordinary teaching of the Church. formation are lifelong processes and that served as co-chair since June 1995. † Around the archdiocese

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relief supplies are denied starving bishop and now for the past three years CNS photo tribes people unless they agree to con- has worked with him. Bishop Macram Max Gassis of El Obeid, Sudan, and members of his flock of Nuba Catholics gather vert to Islam. Calling the 61-year-old prelate “one during Holy Week 1999. • Abduction and forced slavery of of the greatest Christian leaders of the women and children. world,” Meyer said his experiences “with a precarious life” in the mountains, “There will be no solution,’’ Bishop • Restrictive laws that effectively turn the Church of martyrs” in the Sudan and Meyer said. Gassis said, “unless the international anyone who is not a fundamentalist with the bishop had “changed my priori- Bishop Gassis said the Khartoum gov- community puts pressure’’ on the regime Muslim into a “second-class citizen.” ties” in life. ernment persecutes not only Christians, in Khartoum, Sudan’s capital. Bishop Gassis has lived in exile since “I am not a great man, but only a but moderate Muslims and persons of His message to the cathedral audience coming to the United States for cancer shepherd,” Bishop Gassis said, “a shep- traditional African religions. “I have and to U.S. and international leaders is surgery in 1990. He was warned by sym- herd in love, in love with my people and many friends who are Muslims, and to convince the Sudan government to pathizers not to return and today admits in love with my country.” many of them have put themselves in allow a “land corridor” as well as an “air “it would be death” if he were to be dis- While reliable numbers are hard to danger for me,” he said. exclusion zone” into his diocese which, covered in Sudan in the wake of his come by, it seems clear that the largely “Ninety-five percent of the Muslims unlike the other 10 dioceses in the large international campaign to shed light on Catholic people of the Nuba Mountains are not fundamentalists,” he added. “The nation, does not border another country. policies and events there. in the El Obeid Diocese have been deci- government is run by a minority of No international relief organizations However, he has slipped surrepti- mated during more than a decade of gangsters and killers.” have been officially allowed into the tiously back into his diocese on risky internal turmoil. “It is not religion that the government Nuba Mountains which are located within flights carrying relief materials—every- According to the Nuba Relief, is promoting,” he underscored, “but a his diocese. His diocese alone “is two and thing from food and medicines to ox-dri- Rehabilitation and Development Society political and economic ideology being one-half times the size of Italy,” he noted. ven plows. in Nairobi, Kenya, “out of a prewar pop- charaded as a religion and as a lever to His peoples’ needs are immediate and “Only the Church will not abide by ulation of more than 2 million, not more kill. We are being governed by the barrel basic, he said: safe and abundant water, the restrictions” imposed on nongovern- than 500,000 Nuba, at most, still cling to of a gun.’’ access to aid and support in education. †

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“If you are not part of the solution, you are part of the problem.” I think I first read that on a 1960s era poster. Like all posters, its statement was a bit simplistic. Nonetheless, its message was a reminder that no one can stand apart from a social ill. Everyone is associated in some way. That is especially true when people look at the social evils of the past and present. Even people not born until after the Holocaust or those who have never personally treated a person of a different race badly have to lay claim to some share of the pain and suffering. In a spirit of human solidarity, we could say that all humans suffer when any individual or group suffers. Only with that understanding can a reader make sense of Pope John Paul’s call for repentance for behaviors from our historical past. It would be easy to say that since none of us was alive at the time of the Galileo con- troversy, it is not our problem. Or since the Inquisition existed centuries ago, we have nothing to confess. Yet these stories are our stories. When people admit past wrongs, even those they were not directly involved with, there is an opportunity for rebuilding and renewal. We confess, then we ask for forgiveness. We also come to see how the past affects our present behavior. This came home to me last year when I was in London and saw a powerful play called Martin Guerre. The truth is that we are both sinful and holy. Confessing our failures—including those of history—and seeking forgiveness is what the call Set in 16th-century France, it is a story of deception tak- to holiness means. It is our desire to let God work through us ever more fully. ing place against a backdrop of religious persecution as Catholics fought and killed Protestants for control of the land. As the story unfolded, I was saddened by the way people of religion treated each other. My sorrow for the Conversion is an ongoing process errors and cruelties of history meant becoming a better person today. No doubt there are those who feel that admitting any that will lead us closer to Christ past wrongdoing by the “children of the Church,” to bor- row the pope’s words, would lessen the Church’s credi- By Fr. John Crossin, O.S.F.S. edged, at times people on both sides were responsible for bility today. Instead, an admission is a necessary step for such ruptures. progress toward the future. Conversion is a major turnabout, not just a minor revi- The pope notes, “Ecclesial communion has been Pope John Paul’s carefully chosen words in his 1994 sion of faith. A personal conversion makes Christ central painfully wounded.” letter on the third millennium (Tertio Millennio every day and causes us to change our priorities. The divisions are real, yet institutions’ willingness to Adveniente) included a call for the Church’s people to If we are committed to Christ, we schedule our time work together, to communicate effectively and to renew purify themselves “of past errors and instances of infi- accordingly. We put our prayer time in the best time of our ecumenical collaboration—with attention to the delity, inconsistency and slowness to act.” The last the day. We don’t just wedge it in after everything else. guidance of the Holy Spirit—is a hopeful sign for the phrase, “slowness to act,” may be a reference to any time There are similarities between our personal need for new millennium. that we as the people of the Church failed by omission. repentance and conversion, and the needs of the Church. Realistic acknowledgment of the past can set the stage A man once told me he hesitated to join a Church that In Pope John Paul’s letter on the third millennium, he for healing and future growth. he felt could have been more responsive to the needs of reviews many good things which have happened in the We must acknowledge the weaknesses and sinfulness the Jews during World War II. He knew there were many Church’s history, such as the spread of the faith through- of our predecessors in the faith. Original sin and intoler- explanations for why people of the Church did not, or out the world and the development of the Church’s social ance of others is still present. We need ongoing conver- could not, do more. He also knew there were wonderful teaching. Yet he is quite realistic in acknowledging the sion. examples of Catholics who opposed the genocide of the ongoing need for repentance. As Vatican II said, “The truth cannot impose itself Jews and gave up their own lives in the process. We members of the Church are sinners and need to except by virtue of its own truth, as it wins over the Nonetheless, he felt troubled. repent. The pope says, “Although she is holy because of mind by both gentleness and power.” The truth is that we are both sinful and holy. Confessing her incorporation into Christ, the Church does not tire of Thus there is no room for coercion or persecution. We our failures—including those of history—and seeking for- doing penance.” must engage in a common search for truth. We believe giveness is what the call to holiness means. It is our desire The pope realistically acknowledges past history. The that this search will lead us to Christ. We as individuals to let God work through us ever more fully. † millennium has been one of divisions within and as a community must repent and be converted. † Christendom. The ruptures with the Orthodox and with (Father Herb Weber is pastor of St. Peter Parish in the Protestant churches are two examples that spring (Oblate Father John Crossin is executive director of The Mansfield, Ohio.) immediately to mind. As Vatican Council II acknowl- Washington Theological Consortium.) Discussion Point Pray for an end to injustice This Week’s Question in the world that we have no control over.” (Peg Whalen, Rockaway, N.J.) How can ordinary people—individuals or groups— express repentance for injustice in the world? “One thing ... is to go to the source of injustice and ask for justice. This can be done by letter, by e-mail, “My first thought would be prayer, communal prayer, ... by supporting groups that fight against a particular to come together as a community to realize the social injustice. You have to stand up and say something ... sin that exists in our society and to pray about it. My before [the injustice] can be changed for the better.” second response would be to take some proactive (Florence Ellen Meise, Montgomery, N.Y.) stand that could redeem society in some way—for Lend Us Your Voice example, by teaching and working with youth for An upcoming edition asks: Briefly tell a story of peace and justice.” (Marie Gallo-Lethcoe, Daytona parish life—a true story of how a parish made a spe- Beach, Fla.) cial impact on you or someone else. “I think by being kind to one another. I think that’s a To respond for possible publication, write to Faith way of saying you care and a way of expressing sor- Alive! at 3211 Fourth St. N.E., Washington, D.C. row and repentance for all the bad things that happen 20017-1100. † CNS photo Page 16 The Criterion Friday, June 4, 1999

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Cornucopia/Cynthia Dewes From the Editor Emeritus/John F. Fink The First Council of Nicaea It’s ‘We the people’ around here Memorial Day is a good time to remem- (who is German) asked, “Why do you say his is the first column in a series about Rome and in the Holy Land, he consid- ber. Pretty obvious, huh? But maybe some ‘we’? When the government in Bonn issues Tthe Church’s ecumenical councils. ered himself divinely commissioned to of us don’t know what some edict, I certainly don’t feel I had any- The early secure the Church’s unity. Although he we’re memorializing. thing to do with it.” Christians had a tough wasn’t the pope (Sylvester I was), or a Maybe we’re too This really took me by surprise. I told him time trying to under- bishop, or even a baptized Christian yet, young or too old or too that we felt that way, and still do, because in stand who Jesus was. he called what is regarded as the First unreflective to think our country it’s “we the people.” My hus- The Church taught Ecumenical Council of Nicaea in 324. It about what our country band and I agreed that we’ve always believed that he was both God was held in a lakeside town near means to us as individ- that, as citizens of the U.S.A., we have a say and man, something Constantine’s palace in Constantinople uals and as a commu- in what we do as a country. Not only that, we unique in religions. (present-day Istanbul, Turkey). nity. expect our country’s actions to reflect the Jews believed in one Between 200 and 300 bishops from Recently we were social and moral beliefs of the majority of its God but they had no many countries attended the council (one talking about World citizens. idea that God was more than one person. was Bishop Nicholas of Myra, who was War II with our daughter, her husband and Unfortunately from what we read and see Pagans believed in many gods, but each destined to go down in history as Santa our grandson. I was remarking on how on TV, many Americans think that the kind was one person. Only Christianity taught Claus). Constantine invited Pope Sylvester downright scared all of us felt after we of national idealism we take for granted is a that there is only one God but that he is to attend, but he declined and sent two declared war on Japan and Germany. None thing of the past, if it ever existed. We’ve three persons—Father, Son and Holy priests to represent him. of us, including political leaders or radio become a cynical bunch, most of whom Spirit—and that one of those persons, the After much debate, the council con- commentators, seemed certain our side seem to believe that the private behavior of Son, became human and lived among us. demned Arianism and accepted an official would win. Or even could. elected leaders has no bearing on their offi- Trying to understand that was difficult. creed. Modified by later councils, this Not only that, we felt personally cial conduct, and the respect paid to author- Numerous earnest and very religious peo- became the Nicene Creed that Catholics involved, since every family was affected in ity figures is not related to their personal ple ended up being condemned as heretics recite at Mass on Sundays. The council some way or another. Four of my uncles respectability. We seem to value the images when they proposed ways to understand anathematized anyone who said there was enlisted in the Navy before they could be of wisdom, goodness and piety more than the Incarnation. Among the early beliefs a time when the Son of God did not exist drafted, and we prayed constantly for their the substance of them. eventually considered heretical were or that he was in any way different in sub- safety. Instead of a religious moral base, the Gnosticism, Marcionism, Montanism, stance from the Father. We saved tinfoil and newspaper, planted foundations of our social and political opin- Manichaeism and Sabellianism. But by far This first ecumenical council also victory gardens, and went every Friday ions today seem to be whatever the most the most difficult heresy for early accomplished a few other things: It night to see patriotic movies and newsreels recent focus group or polling trend reports. Christianity was Arianism. decreed that Easter should be celebrated about the war action. We were issued ration Even if we can find balanced sources of Arianism is named after Arius, a priest on the Sunday following the first full books for foods and gasoline, and it seemed information, which is hard to do, we tend not in Alexandria, Egypt. He denied the divin- moon after the spring equinox. It decided that everything we needed or enjoyed was in to read about current events in depth. And ity of Christ by proclaiming that the Word that bishops should be appointed by other short supply or unobtainable. we are so busy we rarely have time to reflect was not eternal with the Father but was a bishops of a particular province and In my opinion, most of the current objec- on what we’ve read or heard, meager as it creature of the Father. Arianism quickly approved by the metropolitan bishop. It tions to using the atomic bomb in Japan are usually is. spread and was threatening to destroy the decreed that celibate clergy (not all were based upon innocent ignorance or a revi- For 200 years, our country has been dedi- Church. celibate until the 11th century) should live sionist reading of history. At that time, sev- cated to the idea that all people are equal In 324 Constantine became sole ruler only with women who were relatives or eral years into a terrible war, the prospect of under God, whose will should be reflected in of the Roman Empire. He promptly “beyond suspicion.” It forbade merchants invading the mainland of Japan was so dev- their personal and national lives. Memorial declared religious freedom, releasing to charge interest of more than 12 percent astating that the bomb seemed necessary. Day is a good time to remember that. † Christianity from persecution by the a year. And it decided that people were to Not to mention that during the early ’40s, Romans. Besides bringing Christianity out stand during the Eucharist rather than technology was almost always perceived as (Cynthia Dewes, a member of St. Paul the of the catacombs and building churches in kneel. † good. Apostle Parish in Greencastle, is a regular After I’d said all this, our son-in-law columnist for The Criterion.) Journey of Faith/Fr. John Buckel Be Our Guest/Shirley Vogler Meister Grace: the presence of God Why are we here? When we were children, grace was her feel unwanted. She had never been explained to us in terms of a milk container. loved. Check the bottom line The soul is like a milk The hardships she encountered hardened Although other books entitled The all here for a purpose, no matter what our bottle, and grace is like her heart. She looked out for herself and Meaning of Life had already been pro- circumstances. milk. 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A transformation had taken said, “Beats me!”—which would’ve been work that you like … coming home with expression, “It’s as if a part of me were place. a great addition to the varied responses in the fish and not another fish story.” missing.” Grace is first and foremost a gift. As a the book. Like my friend, I also would’ve Author Madeleine L’Engle exclaimed: God freely communicates himself to us. gift, grace can never be earned. It can only answered succinctly, but differently. “Tell the meaning of life in 250 words or We experience his presence within us as be accepted. By receiving the gift of love, Before explaining how, I’ll share a few less? I burst into laughter at the prospect.” grace. In the same manner that two friends the young woman learned to love. other examples, all with positive angles, Then meeting the word limit, she ended become a “part of one another,” God If we are open to this special gift from starting with oral historian and author with “We are here, each one of us, to write becomes a “part of us” and we become “a God, a transformation will occur. The divine Studs Terkel, who simply said: “To Make our own story—and what fascinating sto- part of God.” presence will empower us to become more a dent.” ries we make!” As good friends bring out the best in one loving human beings. Grace is ultimately a Jason Gates, a cancer victim, wrote in Humanistic, humorous, simple, and another, so, too, does God bring out the best mystery. Like the wind, it is easier to his 12-year-old way: “When my friend complex thoughts were shared, many of the in us through grace. This divine presence explain what it does than what it actually is. Kim died from her cansur, I asked my best being from the leaders and theologians enables us to become more loving, under- If we want to have a better understanding Mom if God was going to make Kim die of various faiths. However, I was surprised standing, compassionate and forgiving. of the effects of grace, we need only turn when she was only 6, why did he make not to read at least one response that all Whenever the bright light of grace shines our attention to Mary, the mother of Jesus. her born at all. But my Mom said even Catholic children knew from the catechism upon us, we become more aware of our sin- She is described by the third evangelist as though she was only 6 she changed peo- when I was a girl. It’s still my answer to the fulness. Our complete dependence on the “full of grace.” † ple’s lifes. What that means is like her question, “Why are we here?” We are here mercy of God is readily seen. brother or sister could be the siontist that to know, love, and serve God † Father Peter Fransen told a parable about (Father John Buckel, a priest of the discovers the cure for cansur and they the wonder of grace. There was a young girl Archdiocese of Indianapolis, is associate decided to do that because of Kim.” (Shirley Vogler Meister, a freelance writer who grew up in a rough neighborhood. Her professor of Scripture at Saint Meinrad The book is full of scholarly writings, and poet, is a member of Christ the King foster parents treated her harshly and made School of Theology.) too; but Jason’s piece reminds us we’re Parish in Indianapolis.) The Criterion Friday, June 4, 1999 Page 17

Feast of Corpus Christi/Msgr. Owen F. Campion The Sunday Readings Daily Readings Monday, June 7 Friday, June 11 Sunday, June 6, 1999 2 Corinthians 1:1–7 The Sacred Heart of Jesus Psalm 34:2–9 Deuteronomy 7:6–11 • Deuteronomy 8:2-3, 14-16 secure emancipation for his abused kin, Matthew 5:1–12 Psalm 103:1–4, 6–8, 10 Moses succeeded in leading them away. • 1 Corinthians 10:16-17 1 John 4:7–16 • John 6:51-58 The path to freedom was neither straight nor short. It lay across the Sinai Tuesday, June 8 Matthew 11:25–30 Peninsula. The escapees suffered much. 2 Corinthians 1:18–22 The Book of Deuteronomy is the source Many lost confidence in Moses and faith Psalm 119:129–133, 135 Saturday, June 12 of the first reading for this feast of Corpus in God. They murmured. They rebelled. Mark 5:13–16 The Immaculate Heart of Mary Christi, of the Body They even turned to idolatry, for Hebrews and Blood of Christ or that most despicable of sins. 2 Corinthians 5:14–21 of the Blessed Reacting to this rebellion and disgust, Wednesday, June 9 Psalm 103:1–4, 8–9, 11–12 Sacrament. Moses reminded his people that God mer- Ephrem of Syria, deacon and Luke 2:41–51 Deuteronomy is cifully and magnificently had spared them. doctor from the Pentateuch, God freed them. God led them. God would 2 Corinthians 3:4–11 Sunday, June 13 the first five books of see them through this passing difficulty. Psalm 99:5–9 Eleventh Sunday in the Hebrew St. Paul’s First Epistle to the Scriptures. Actually it Corinthians is the source of the second Matthew 5:17–19 Ordinary Time is the fifth in reading. It is the brilliant but simple Exodus 19:2–6a sequence. account of an early Christian Eucharist. Thursday, June 10 Psalm 100:2–3, 5 These first five books provide us with The presence of this story, so similar to the 2 Corinthians 3:15–4:1, 3–6 Romans 5:6–11 considerable information of how the unity narrative of the Last Supper itself, reveals Psalm 85:9ab–14 Matthew 9:36–10:8 and identity of God’s people, the Hebrews, the connection seen by the first Christians initially formed. It was a development between the Lord’s Passover with the Matthew 5:20–26 solely within their concept of God and of apostles and the Eucharist celebrated by their obligations to God. the faithful. Vital to any understanding of how For the Gospel reading, this feast day’s God’s people formed is a knowledge of the liturgy presents the eloquent and deeply peace, joy and life. reveals, the Bread of Life vivifies us and events that preceded their arrival in the expressive discourse of Jesus from The impact of this message was great strengthens us. As Second Corinthians tells, Promised Land. St. John. 2,000 years ago. No one knew about this Bread of Life, Jesus the Lord, is the For generations, the pharaohs of Egypt Here, in the most marvelous of lan- osmosis. It was assumed that food con- Holy Eucharist that Christians celebrate in enslaved them. At the time, Egypt was one guage, Jesus declares that, “I am the bread sumed literally entered the body and praise, wonder and hope. of the most powerful and developed civi- of life.” Always the Lord used symbols became at once part of the body. Thus, the Church instructs us about the lizations on earth. By contrast, the that were very clear to first century A.D. Eucharist itself. Hebrews were small in number, utterly Palestinian audiences. Reflection The Church in these readings also pro- without resources of their own, and help- This statement, however, is more than This weekend the Church celebrates vides the true and perfect setting. The less. Their days as slaves were long and symbolic. It is an absolute announcement Corpus Christi, a feast calling to mind the Bread of Life, Jesus in the Holy Eucharist, hard. of identity and of identification. greatest of the Church’s treasures, the is God’s gift to us. The Eucharist, and At long last, Moses came to them as The reason for the Bread of Life is greatest of the gifts the apostles left us from indeed the very person and redemption of God’s representative. Moses confronted also clearly revealed. Jesus is our nour- their mission after Jesus, the Holy Christ, come to us as sublime manifesta- the pharaoh, who scholars believe was ishment. If we consume the Bread of Eucharist. tions of God’s unending, perfect love for Rameses II. After an arduous effort to Life, we share the great reward of eternal As St. John’s Gospel so masterfully each of us. † Question Corner/Fr. John Dietzen Consult Scriptures, Church teachings for research

Several weeks ago, you quoted the our Masses and prayers would be only are “approved” by the Church (such as of Agreda) to a year and a half (St. QCatechism of the Catholic Church for those who are dying at that particu- Lourdes and Fatima, for example), it is Elizabeth of Schoenau) and elsewhere in as indicating that pur- lar instant. Obviously, what you said is not necessary for Catholics to believe between. gatory is a process possible about purgatory cannot be true. anything new that was said, or even that St. Catherine of Labouré, who origi- (purification), there- (New Jersey) the apparitions actually happened. nated the “miraculous medal” following fore not necessarily a This is not cynical or lack of belief one of her visions, when confronted place or location. Since I receive many letters like that such events can happen. I personally with the error of certain of her predic- As evidence that Ayours, appealing to private revela- am convinced that the two I mentioned, tions, admitted she got some of the facts purgatory is a definite tions of one kind or another to establish and some others, are authentic appear- of the revelation wrong. place, note our a position, I think a few points need to ances to some individuals. We simply “This admission of simply ‘getting it Blessed Mother’s be cleared up. need to keep all this in perspective. wrong’ on the part of this simple vision- words at Fatima in My purpose in this column each The one essential fact here is that we ary is something we should never for- apparitions approved week, when dealing with matters of have all we need for salvation in the get,” maintains Father Groeschel. by the Church: Lucia (one of those who faith, is to explain as clearly, concisely Scriptures, the sacraments and in the To repeat, nowhere in the past 500 saw the visions) asked Mary about a and accurately as possible the traditions official teachings of the Church through years, including in the Council of Trent, friend who had died. Our Blessed and official teachings of the Catholic the centuries. Their conformity, or lack has official Church teaching used lan- Mother said, “She is in purgatory (a faith. For this reason, I rarely if ever of it, to those bases of faith is the first guage that states purgatory involves place), and she will be there until the advert to private visions and revelations, criterion of credibility for any heavenly time or place in our sense of those end of the world (a duration).” simply because they never add to or sub- communications to private persons. words. Just as for the exact nature of You raised the question, “Could that tract from what we already need to As Pope John Paul II noted during his most everything else after death, includ- purification take place in the process of believe from Church teachings or the 1983 visit to Fatima, when the Church ing heaven itself, we just don’t know. death itself or in an instant after death as sacred Scriptures. accepts or approves a message such as About your prayer dilemma, it is our sinfulness confronts the infinite This does not mean such revelations Fatima, “it is above all because the mes- really no problem at all. Since all time, holiness of God?” cannot be spiritually helpful for some sage contains a truth and a call whose past and future, is one present moment to If that were true, what happens when people. It simply means that, even for basic content is the truth and the call of God, all our prayers, whenever they are we pray for our beloved dead? Then all those apparitions and messages which the Gospel itself.” said, go to a God who is not limited by In other words, the Church accepts “when” they happen to be offered. Can Mary’s call to prayer and penance pre- you actually imagine God saying: “It’s My Journey to God cisely because that call already resounds too bad your prayers are late. If you had in the Gospels. said them yesterday, or last year, I could As for specifics, about the nature of have done something about it”? purgatory for example, these revelations Thus, our prayers and Masses for the A Plea for Deliverance shed no doctrinally essential light. living or the dead “go back” over their Franciscan Father Benedict entire lives, their final illnesses and their From the gossamer wings of angels Groeschel points out in his excellent entrance into eternity. That’s why, in To the demons that stalk our souls book, which I have highly recommended some of its prayers, the Church can pray From the blue of the big sky country before (A Still Small Voice: A Practical as it does, long after a person’s death, To the carnage down below— Guide on Reported Revelations), that that he or she die in the state of grace From the Ivy Halls of Learning even the most well-known seers, to and is saved. And it’s why we today can Where the wisdom of ages accrue whom some persons give almost rever- pray that a friend or relative long To the depths of evil incarnate ential credence, sometimes contradict deceased has a holy life and a holy Please, God, deliver us anew! each other in “facts” they recount from death. † their visions.

By Margaret McClelland CNS photo Reports, based on their visions, on (Send questions for this column to the time of death of the Blessed Virgin Father John Dietzen, Box 325, Peoria, (Margaret McClelland is a member of St. Luke Parish in Indianapolis.) Mary, for example, vary from 21 years Ill. 61651 or by e-mail at after the death of Christ (Mother Mary [email protected].) Page 18 The Criterion Friday, June 4, 1999

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The Criterion welcomes announcements for “The Active rence, 4650 N. Shadeland, Information: 317-255-9039. ◆ ◆ ◆ List” of parish and church-related activities open to the Lawrence. Mass at noon, family picnic will follow. public. Please keep them brief, listing event, sponsor, date, Information evening for annul- Information: 317-546-4065. ment petitioners, sponsored by time and location. No announcements can be taken by tele- ◆ ◆ ◆ Metropolitan Tribunal and phone. No pictures, please. Notices must be in our offices Celebration honoring Alexa Office for Youth and Family by 10 a.m. on Monday of the week of publication. Hand O’Neil as teacher at St. Luke Ministries, 7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m., deliver or mail to: The Criterion, “The Active List,” 1400 School, St. Luke gymnasium, Archbishop O’Meara Catholic N. Meridian St., P.O. Box 1717, Indianapolis, Ind., 46206. Indianapolis, 4 p.m.–7 p.m. Center, Indianapolis. Information: 317-255-3912, Information: 317-236-1586. June 4 3200 Cold Spring Road, ext. 202. Central Indiana Catholic Indianapolis, guest speaker, June 9 founder Father Al Lauer, Charismatic Renewal, June 7 New Albany Deanery Catholic 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Information: St. Vincent De Paul, 4218 E. Reservations due for June 12 Charities sponsors “Divorce 317-831-4859. Michigan Rd., Shelbyville, event to honor Patricia Mayer, and Beyond,” six Wednesday ◆ ◆ ◆ St. Roch, Indianapolis, DRE. 7 p.m. healing service; 8 p.m. evenings, St. Anthony Parish Fit Frogs Family Run and Bring covered dish; meat and Mass. Information: 317-927- Center, 316 N. Sherwood Walk, sponsored by St. drinks provided. Reservations: 6900. Ave., Clarksville, 7 p.m.– ◆ ◆ ◆ Francis Hospital and Health 317-784-1763. Centers, Garfield Park, ◆ ◆ ◆ 9 p.m. No charge. St. Joseph Parish, Indianapolis, Information: 317-948-0438. benefits from purchase of fettuc- Indianapolis, 4–mile run The St. Francis STEP parent- 8:30 a.m., 4–mile walk cine, alfredo and spaghetti with ing classes will meet six June 11 “I just spent 40 years in the desert with Moses. sauce at Fazoli, 5202 W. 8:40 a.m. Information: 317- Mondays, June 7–July 19, 782-7992. Blue Army of Our Lady of Can we get a cold drink?” Washington St., 5 p.m.–9 p.m. 7 p.m.–9:30 p.m., St. Francis Fatima, fifth annual all-night © 1999 CNS Graphics ◆ ◆ ◆ Education Center, 8111 S. June 6 Emerson, Indianapolis. No vigil for priests and vocations Little Flower Parish, 1401 N. St. Luke, 7575 Holliday Dr., at Holy Spirit Parish, 7243 E. charge. A $20 refundable book Recurring ◆ ◆ ◆ Bosart Ave., Indianapolis, festi- East, Indianapolis, will host a 10th St., Indianapolis. deposit. Information: 317-236- Holy Rosary Church, val . Hours: Fri.-Sat., 5 p.m.–11 Corpus Christi celebration and Information: 317-356-5407. 1526. Daily Indianapolis, 520 Stevens St., p.m.; Sun., 11:30 a.m.–5 p.m. outdoor procession at 2 p.m. Tridentine (Latin) Mass. Information: 317-357-8352. Information: 317-259-4373 June 8 June 11, 12 and 13 Our Lady of the Greenwood Times and other information: ◆ ◆ ◆ St. Louis School, 17 St. Louis Church, Greenwood, 335 S. St. Mary Academy 55-year 317-636-4478. June 5 Celebration of 25th anniver- reunion lunch, Hollyhock Hill, Place, Batesville, rummage Meridian St., perpetual adora- Presentation Ministries day of sary of ordination of Father 8110 N. College Ave., sales 9 a.m.–7 p.m. tion 24 hours a day in the Weekly reflection, Marian College, Mark Svarczkopf, St. Law- Indianapolis, 12:30 p.m. Information: 812-934-3822. parish center. Sundays Holy Rosary Church, Indianapolis, 520 Stevens St., Tridentine (Latin) Mass, 10 a.m. (formerly held at St. Patrick Church, Indianapolis). ◆ ◆ ◆ St. Anthony of Padua Church, Clarksville, “Be Not Afraid” holy hour, 6 p.m. ◆ ◆ ◆ St. Anthony Church, 379 N. Warman, Indianapolis, rosary and Benediction for vocations, 2 p.m. Mondays Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish, Greenwood, 335 S. Meridian St., prayer group, 7:30 p.m. in the chapel. Tuesdays Our Lady of the Greenwood Marian Prayer group at Our Lady of the Greenwood chapel, Greenwood, 335 S. Meridian St., 7 p.m. for rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy. ◆ ◆ ◆ St. Joseph Church, Sellersburg, 2605 St. Joe Rd. West, Shepherds of Christ Associates, rosary and other prayers following 7 p.m. Mass. ◆ ◆ ◆ St. Louis de Montfort Parish, Fishers, 11441 Hague Rd., adult religious education classes from 7 p.m.–9:30 p.m. with minimal fee. Information: 317- 842-5869. ◆ ◆ ◆ Holy Name Parish, Beech Grove, 89 N. 17th St., prayer group from 2:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m. Wednesdays Marian Movement of Priests cenacle prayer group from 3 p.m.–4 p.m. at 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis (behind St. Michael Church). Information: 317-271-8016. Thursdays St. Lawrence Church, Indianapolis, adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in chapel, 7 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Mass. ◆ ◆ ◆ St. Mary Church, New Albany, Shepherds of Christ Associates, 7 p.m. prayer for lay and religious vocations. ◆ ◆ ◆ St. Patrick Church, Salem, Shelby St., prayer service, 7 p.m. ◆ ◆ ◆ St. Malachy Church, Brownsburg, Liturgy of the Hours, evening prayer at 7 p.m. —See ACTIVE LIST, page 19 The Criterion Friday, June 4, 1999 Page 19

ship music followed by the Indianapolis, 435 W. Troy 437, 1305 N. Delaware, 11 Georgetown Rd., 6:30 p.m.; The Active List, continued from page 18 Fatima rosary. Monthly Ave., Mass, 2 p.m. a.m.; St. Michael Parish, 6 FRIDAY: St. Christopher SACRED gathering in the p.m.; Msgr. Sheridan K of C Parish, Indianapolis, 6:30 Information: 317-852-3195. north of St. Michael Church, parish school after. Third Thursdays Council 6138, Johnson Co., Benediction of the Blessed ◆ ◆ ◆ Our Lady of Peace Chapel/ 6:15 p.m.; St. Pius X K of C p.m.; Holy Name Parish, Fridays Sacrament, 7:30 p.m., confes- Apostolate of Fatima holy hour Mausoleum, Indianapolis, Council 3433, 6 p.m.; K of C, Beech Grove, 5:30 p.m. SAT- St. Susanna Church, Plainfield, sion, 6:45 p.m. at 2 p.m. in Little Flower 9001 Haverstick Rd., Mass, 2 1040 N. Post Rd., 9 URDAY: K of C Council 437, ◆ ◆ ◆ Chapel, 13th and Bosart, p.m. a.m.–noon. WEDNESDAY: St. 1210 E. Main St., adoration of 1305 N. Delaware, 4:30 p.m. the Blessed Sacrament, St. Joseph Hill Parish, Indianapolis. Anthony Parish, 6:30 p.m.; St. 8 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Sellersburg, 2605 St. Joe Rd. ◆ ◆ ◆ Third Fridays Roch Parish at St. Roch SUNDAY: St. Ambrose Parish, ◆ ◆ ◆ W., holy hour for religious Our Lady of the Greenwood The Catholic Charismatic School, 3603 S. Meridian, 6 Seymour, 4 p.m.; Cardinal Church, Greenwood, 335 S. St. Lawrence Church, vocations, Benediction and Renewal of Central Indiana, p.m. THURSDAY: K of C Ritter High School, 6 p.m.; Indianapolis, adoration of the exposition of Blessed Meridian St., first Saturday 7 p.m. Mass and healing ser- Council 437, 1305 N. Msgr. Sheridan K of C Blessed Sacrament in chapel, Sacrament after 7 p.m. Mass. devotions and sacrament of vice at the chapel in St. Delaware, 5:45 p.m.; Holy 7 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Benediction reconciliation after 8 a.m. Francis Hall, Marian College, Family K of C, American Council 6138, Johnson Co., Mass. and Mass. First Fridays 3200 Cold Spring Rd., Legion Post 500, 1926 first Sunday of each month. ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ Holy Guardian Angels Church, Indianapolis. A pro-life rosary at 10 a.m. in Cedar Grove, 405 U.S. 52, Holy Angels Church, Indian- front of Affiliated Women’s eucharistic adoration after apolis, 28th St. and Dr. Martin Third Saturdays Services, Inc., 2215 8 a.m. Mass to 5 p.m. Luther King Jr. St., exposition The archdiocesan Office of of the Blessed Sacrament, 83 agencies, 200 programs, Distributors Dr., Indianapolis. ◆ ◆ ◆ Pro-Life Activities and St. 11 a.m.–noon. ◆ ◆ ◆ Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Andrew Church, 3922 E. 38th One United Way. St. Joseph Church, Sellersburg, Indianapolis, 5333 E. Second Thursdays St., Indianapolis, Mass for 2605 St. Joe Road West, Washington St., adoration and Focolare Movement at Life, 8:30 a.m.; walk to Clinic . . . Helping hundreds of thousands of people eucharistic adoration for one prayer service at 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m. at Indianapolis home for Women, 2951 E. 38th St., in Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, hour after 8 a.m. Mass. ◆ ◆ ◆ of Millie and Jim Komro. for rosary; return to St. St. Joseph Church, Sellersburg, Marion and Morgan counties. Information: 317-257-1073 or Andrew for Benediction. Saturdays 2605 St. Joe Rd. West, 317-845-8133. A family of agencies helping families in central Indiana A pro-life rosary at 9:30 a.m. eucharistic adoration after ◆ ◆ ◆ Bingos in front of the Clinic for 8 a.m. Mass until noon. Space for this advertisement was donated by this publication. St. Luke Church, Indianapolis, TUESDAY: K of C Council Women, E. 38th St. and Parker ◆ ◆ ◆ Holy Hour for priestly and Ave., Indianapolis. Sacred Heart Church, Indian- religious vocations, 7 p.m.–8 apolis, 1530 Union St., exposi- p.m. Monthly tion of the Blessed Sacrament Our Lady of the Greenwood after 8 a.m. Mass, closing with Third Sundays 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood, Indiana First Sundays noon communion service. Mary Rexville Schoenstatt has (Across from WILGRO CENTER) St. Paul Church, Sellersburg, ◆ ◆ ◆ holy hour at 2:30 p.m. fol- – PARISH – prayer group, 7 p.m.–8:15 p.m. St. Vincent de Paul Church, lowed by Mass at 3:30 p.m. Information: 812-246-4555 or Bedford, exposition of the (located on 925 South., .8 mile 812-246-9735. Blessed Sacrament after east of 421 South., 12 miles Summer Festival 8:30 a.m. Mass until 9 p.m. Thur., June 10 _ 5 PM-11 PM Fri., June 11 _ 5 PM-Midnight First Mondays south of Versailles). _ _ Sacrament of reconciliation, Information: 812-689-3551. Sat., June 12 2 PM-Midnight Sun., June 13 12 Noon-9 PM The Guardian Angel Guild 4 p.m.–6 p.m. board meeting, Archbishop ◆ ◆ ◆ Third Mondays – FAMILY DINNER EACH EVENING – O’Meara Catholic Center St. Joseph University Church, Young Widowed Group, spon- Thurs., June 10 Fri., June 11 Sat., June 12 Sun., June 13 Benedictine Room, 1400 N. Terre Haute, eucharistic adora- sored by the archdiocesan Serving Time Serving Time Serving Time Serving Time Meridian St., Indianapolis, tion after 9 a.m. Mass to 5 p.m. Office for Youth and Family 5:00 -7:30 PM 5:00 -7:30 PM 4:00 -7:30 PM Noon -3:00 PM 9:30 a.m. Rosary at noon. Ministries, St. Matthew Parish, Italian Dinner Fish Fry Dinner Pork Chop Fried Chicken – As always, children under 6 eat free when accompanied by adults – First Tuesdays First Saturdays 4100 E. 56th St., Indianapolis, at 7:30 p.m. Child care avail- FOOD BOOTHS TO SATISFY EVERY TASTE Divine Mercy Chapel, St. Nicholas Church, Sunman, able. 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May 18. Mother of Jacqueline 12, St. Jude, Indianapolis, May JOSEPH, Rita Mae, 73, James Jr., Thomas and Dr. Tracy, Mary Katherine Daly, 22. Son of Charles and Cynthia St. Jude, Indianapolis, May 23. Gerald Stahl. Brother of Carl, Therese Cordell and Dr. (Polomsky) Flasch. Brother of Aunt of two. Joe and Robert Stahl. Nicolas Corey. Sister of Angela, Samantha, Mack and Spencer KREBS, Marie G., 100, Little Grandfather of 17. Great-grand- Rest in peace Lorraine, Roger and Father Flasch. Grandson of Charles H. Flower, Indianapolis, May 12. father of eight. Albert Ajamie. Grandmother of Flasch and Nancy and John Aunt of one. STRIBY, Patricia, 74, Little four. Please submit in writing to our Rackers, Clarence and Fred Polomsky. LOESCH, Edna A. Flower, Indianapolis, May 1. office by 10 a.m. Mon. the Blume. Grandfather of six. COLLINS, Marjorie M., 77, GUENTER, Clara G. 101, (Christian), 97, St. Ann, Wife of Joseph Striby. Mother Holy Spirit, Indianapolis, May Holy Spirit, Indianapolis, May Indianapolis, May 23. Aunt of of Marie Grimshaw, Lisa week of publication; be sure to BOYLE, James J. Jr., 79, state date of death. Obituaries 22. Sister of Mary C. Felter. 19. Grandmother of eight. several. Hanley, Joseph, James, Francis, Little Flower, Indianapolis, Timothy, Gerard and Stephen of archdiocesan priests and Aunt of several. Great-grandmother of 18. RAFTERY, Eugene “Duke,” April 27. Father of James J. Striby. Sister of Rosemary Igel, religious sisters serving our CULVER, Thelma, 84, Little Great-great grandmother of 92, St. Jude, Indianapolis, May Boyle III. Brother of Rosemary Margaret, Mary, Thomas, archdiocese are listed elsewhere Flower, Indianapolis, May 15. one. 21. Father of Barbara Burch Maginn, Catherine Quill, Clare James, William and Alfred in The Criterion. Order priests Sister of Raymond Quinn. Aunt and Kathleen Wiggins. Wise and John Boyle. GUIEB, Daniel J., 59, Carson. Grandmother of 10. and brothers are included here, of several nieces and nephews. Grandfather of nine. Great- Grandfather of four. St. Gabriel, Indianapolis, May unless they are natives of the FELTMAN, Herman, 92, St. 19. Husband of Erlinda grandfather of 10. TEDROW, Edgar Kenneth, archdiocese or have other COLBERT, Bert A., 87, Roch, Indianapolis, May 21. (Cabitac) Guieb. Father of SANDHAGE, Esther Ann 62, St. Mary, Mitchell, May 20. connections to it. St. Simon the Apostle, Father of Mary Ann Mieth, Lois Dannalyn Garner, Joanne (Imming), 92, St. Joseph, Father of Barbara, Matthew and Phillip Tedrow. Brother of Eva BLUME, William J., 71, Our Indianapolis, May 17. Husband Dwenger, Doris Clements, Guieb. Brother of Frank, North Vernon, May 20. Mother of Marsella I. (Braswell) Richard and Paul Feltman. Gerald, Fred and Richard of Donna Scheller, Kenneth and Mae Thomas, Midge Collins, Lady of Lourdes, Indianapolis, Marion, Paul and Cletus May 19. Husband of Sarah F. Colbert. Father of Karla A. Brother of Elizabeth Michaelis. Guieb. Grandfather of one. Henry Sandhage. Grandmother Wire. Grandfather of two. Grandfather of 20. Great-grand- of 14. Great-grandmother of 17. Tedrow. Grandfather of seven. (Dowling) Blume. Father of HABOUSH, Mary A., 92, Step-grandfather of one. Laura Daniels and Christopher COREY, Julia A., 80, father of 23. Little Flower, Indianapolis, SMITH, Kenneth, 68, Blume. Brother of Virginia St. Lawrence, Indianapolis, FLASCH, Jonathan Charles, May 16. Aunt of several. St. Roch, Indianapolis, May 18. VOILES, Robert Dale, 87, Husband of Amelia Smith. St. Anne, New Castle, May 26. Father of Brian, Steven and Father of Viola and Greg Voiles. Kathie Smith. Stepfather of Grandfather of six. Priests challenged by parish diversity Beverly Perry, Holly WERNSING, Maude Mobley, Carey and D. Mark (Padgett), 92, Holy Cross, CHICAGO (CNS)—Working more effectively within the their parishes. Howard. Grandfather of eight. Indianapolis, March 19. Mother Church means learning more about who’s in it and what There are distinctions of different social status—families, SMITHES, Jeffrey, 37, of Franciscan Sister Susan their concerns are, a sociologist told a Catholic press gather- singles, widows, homosexuals, single parents, people in St. Jude, Indianapolis, May 20. Johnson. Grandmother of five. ing in Chicago. mixed marriages—each of which brings its own complex Father of Tommy Smithes. Great-grandmother of five. For example, the “bulldog” pastors who seem difficult to considerations, and many of which are far removed from the Brother of Terrance G. Smithes WILLETT, Roy T., 82, work with may turn out to be “peaceful shepherd dogs,” typical parish life of just a few decades ago, he said. Jr. St. Augustine, Jeffersonville, with a bit of understanding, said Father Eugene Hemrick, a For instance, 20 percent of U.S. Catholic adults have STAHL, James M. Sr., 86, May 20. Husband of Dorothy priest of the Joliet Diocese, who is an author and a never been married, yet the vast majority of programs at Holy Name, Beech Grove, May M. Willett. Father of Sandy researcher for several Church institutions. most parishes continue to be oriented toward families, 20. Husband of Annabell M. Cutter and Michael Willett. “I’ve lived with a lot of pastors,” Father Hemrick said Father Hemrick said. (Alhand) Stahl. Father of Grandfather of one. Great- during a May 27 plenary session at the Catholic Press Racial or ethnic differences and the effects of physical Kathleen Atkins, Joan, Charles, grandfather of two. † Association’s annual convention. “I can tell you some of conditions—alcohol or drug abuse, terminal illness, being them are angry, some of them are lonely, some of them are homebound—also have to be taken into account, he noted. even sick, but I have not yet run into one who didn’t have a The average parish pastor has to consider the cultural beautiful soul. 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