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No 5513 JOIN THE SCO PRAYER CAMPAIGNwww.sconews.co.uk FOR PRIESTS IN THE YEAR OF FAITH, PAGE 14 Friday April 12 2013 | £1 Pontiff calls for BEST FOOT FORWARD action on abuse I Says protection of children, support for victims and prosecution of accused is only way forward

By Ian Dunn be able to ‘cure it,’ the future Pope said in the book, Pope Francis: Conversations with Jorge POPE Francis will ensure the Church always Bergoglio by Sergio Rubin and Francesca Ambro- responds decisively to sexual abuse of chil- getti. Because such a flaw would already be pres- dren by priests and urged the Vatican to ‘pro- ent in a candidate, he said, ‘it is necessary to pay mote measures that protect children’ and lots of attention to the choice of candidates to the ‘those who have suffered.’ priesthood.’ The Holy Father made this clear during a meet- He said Buenos Aires Archdiocese had been ing with Archbishop Gerhard Muller, prefect of very ‘rigorous for many years already,’ noting how the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, the only about 40 per cent of candidates were actually Vatican office that deals with reports of clerical admitted into the priesthood. He also described abuse of children. how candidates undergo in-depth psychiatric tests During their Friday meeting, the Pope made a to look for different forms of deviant tendencies, particular point of highlighting the CDF’s work to including ‘megalomaniacal, dishonest and crimi- counter such abuse, telling Archbishop Muller he nal’ traits. wanted the congregation to continue with the poli- cies of retired Pope Benedict XVI ‘to act deci- Action sively concerning cases of sexual abuse.’ In On Heaven and Earth, a 2010 book of conver- The Pope, in a written statement released after sations with a Buenos Aires rabbi, the then-Cardi- the meeting, asked the congregation to continue: nal Jorge Mario Bergoglio said, when it is ‘promoting measures that protect discovered that a priest has minors, above all; help for those engaged in such behaviour, it is who have suffered such violence in The Pope has imperative that no one ‘look the the past; necessary procedures other way.’ against those found guilty; (and) the asked the CDF “One cannot be in a position of commitment of bishops’ confer- to continue: power and destroy the life of ences in formulating and imple- another person,” he said. menting the necessary directives in ‘promoting The proper action to take this area that is so important for the against an abuser, he said, would Church’s witness and credibility.’ measures that be to prohibit him from exercis- He also assured victims that they protect minors’ ing his ministry and begin a had a special place in his heart and canonical process in the diocese. prayers. above all “I don’t believe in those posi- tions that propose supporting a Protection and help kind of ‘corporate’ spirit in order While Archbishop of Buenos Aires, the future to avoid damaging the image of the institution,” Pope had said his archdiocese had been very atten- he told the rabbi, Abraham Skorka. tive to the problem and was ‘rigorous’ in its The future Pope Francis said that moving an screening and selection of candidates for the abusive priest to another parish in an effort to pro- priesthood and religious life. tect the image of the Church had appeared as a Sex abusers suffer from a ‘perversion of a psy- ‘solution’ at times in the United States, but that it chological kind’ that is not caused by or directly was ‘foolishness’ because the abusive priest only linked to celibacy, he said in a book-length series takes his problem with him to a new parish. Pope Francis signs a cast on the leg of a young pilgrim at the end of his weekly audience in St Peter’s of interviews. Square at the Vatican last week. Since his election as Pontiff, the Holy Father has made every effort to meet “If a priest is a paedophile, he is so because he I Editorial, page 14 and interact with lay Catholics, no matter how solemn or informal the occasion. At this week’s general brought that perversion with him from before his audience he said we must ‘consider the meaning of Christ’s Resurrection for us’ and live like God’s children ordination,” and not even priestly celibacy would I [email protected]

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In response to school merger protest

By Councillor Maureen Henry but with more than double the roll two new Catholic primary of St Joseph’s. When the council schools in East Dunbartonshire. OVER the past years, like embarked on the consultation to However, over the last number of every other local authority look at options for primary school years, the children from St in the country, East Dunbar- mergers, at stakeholders meetings, Joseph’s have not been progress- tonshire Council has suf- the merger of St Joseph’s with St ing in their faith development as fered huge cuts to its budget Andrew’s, building a new school the majority of them go onto from the Scottish Govern- on the St Andrew’s site was put attend the local non-denomina- ment. We can argue all day forward as an option worthy of tional secondary school. This is about who is to blame for consideration. an excellent school but we have the unprecedented rafts of As with all proposed mergers, two excellent Catholic secondary cuts, but, the reality is that it was deemed more suitable for schools in East Dunbartonshire, councils have to deal with the smaller school to move to the St Ninian’s in Kirkintilloch and the situation, ensuring that larger school site. In this case St Turnbull High in Bishopbriggs, resources are distributed in Joseph’s pupils would move to both within easy travelling dis- a fair and equitable manner the new school on St Andrew’s tance from Milngavie. Mr and that we are spending site. The St Andrew’s parents McFadyen advised me he would our budget that ensures best overwhelmingly agreed to this have sent his children to a value for all our residents. option while the St Joseph’s par- Catholic secondary school if there The reality is that East Dunbar- ents overwhelmingly rejected it. was one in Milngavie. I make no Silver service for Fr Roddy McAuley tonshire has too many primary However, before the consultation comment as it is the parents’ was carried out, residents were right to decide where their chil- schools and, while other councils A SPECIAL Mass of Thanks- Bishop Joseph Toal, parish- Fr McAuley from his appear- have dealt with this situation by advised that the status quo was dren are educated. not an option and the council Mr McFadyen suggested that giving was celebrated at St ioners of St John’s and sur- ances on the BBC Television merging schools and building John’s Church, Caol, on Tues- rounding parishes and friends series, An Island Parish, which new schools, EDC is now dealing would need to make hard deci- there was a split in the Labour with schools that are under capac- sions in order to secure appropri- Group re school mergers; this is day night, as the parish priest for the jubilee Mass. was filmed when he was serving ity or in a poor state of repair or ate levels of educational funding complete and utter nonsense and marked the silver jubilee of As part of the celebrations, on the island of South Uist. both. It is gross misuse of that ensure our schools are meet- this remark has caused real anger his ordination. Hugh MacLean, a parishioner of Fr McAuley also featured in resources to be spending huge ing the needs of Curriculum for among my colleagues. The group Fr Roddy McAuley—who St John’s, presented Fr McAuley the media last summer, when he amounts of money keeping open Excellence. At the council meet- took a collective decision to go was ordained in 1988—was with a gift on behalf of the celebrated Mass at the top of Ben schools that are half full or need ing on March 27 it was agreed to forward to the formal consulta- take the proposed merger tion on the mergers put forward joined by clergy from Argyll and parish community. Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain substantial repairs. It is much bet- the Isles Diocese, including Many readers will recognise PICS: ANTHONY MacMILLAN ter to invest in new schools, and between St Andrew’s and St and other Labour councillors had with the savings made, allow us Joseph’s to the formal consulta- to take the hard decisions to to provide much needed tion stage with a final decision merge schools in their own wards resources to all our schools. By taken in October. and they too have been accused merging schools the ensuing sav- In his article in last week’s of not supporting their communi- ings will allow the council to bor- SCO (St Joseph’s, a test case) Mr ties. I am not sure if Mr row to build new schools. A few McFadyen, one of the St Joseph’s McFadyen attended the council years ago the council embarked parents, suggested that a joint meeting on March 27 but, if he on a highly imaginative pro- campus with a non-denomina- was there, he certainly did not see gramme of school improvement tional school should be consid- awkward body language. What in the secondary estate and we ered, an option I know that many he did see was very serious now have six new state-of-the-art parents in St Joseph’s would pre- Labour councillors who were not schools fit to deliver high quality fer.Archbishop Tartaglia has said shying away from taking very education to our young people. his preference is that both St difficult decisions. Mr McFadyen EDC wants to carry out an Joseph’s and St Andrew’s should is being disingenuous when he improvement programme for our remain on their present sites but, says that we are not merging primary estate and we are deter- in my discussions with the some of the non-denominational mined to do all we can to secure Church on this issue, it accepts it schools in Milngavie. He is well investment education is the role of the council to make aware that our primary school As well as being vice convenor the final decision and is very programme is a staged process of education, I also sit on the sympathetic to the financial plight which will take about 15 years to social work committee and it is of all local authorities. The complete. The non-denomina- on this committee that the harsh Church will only consider a joint tional schools will be subject to reality of huge budget cuts is campus when there is no Catholic the review programme after we obvious; as a council we are education in an area and I hardly complete the first stage of new Enjoying a journey through the Hebridean heart determined to minimise the think moving St Joseph’s to a builds. impact of cuts on our most vul- new school 1.5 miles away from The proposal to merge St its present site can be considered Joseph’s and St Andrew’s in a A FLAVOUR of the McCallum of South Uist, was bishop Emeritus Mario Conti of nerable and needy residents. As Hebrides was brought to keen to bring the performance Glasgow was among an appre- the school population in East as not providing Catholic educa- new school on the St Andrew’s tion. I do accept that the children site has now gone forward to the Glasgow Archdiocesan Arts to Glasgow, having previously ciative audience on the evening. Dunbartonshire decreases, our Project’s recent Lentfest cel- staged a show at Garrynamonie The archbishop also gave a elderly population is increasing. from St Joseph’s will need to formal consultation stage. Can I Many of them need support to travel by bus to the new school stress that the council has not ebration of faith and the arts. Church, South Uist. Lenten blessing to those gath- stay in their own homes, sur- but many pupils across East Dun- made a decision to go forward The spiritual concert, Jour- Stephen Callaghan, Lentfest ered at St Mary’s. rounded by friends and families bartonshire and most areas in with the merger and the decision ney through the Hebridean director, said he was ‘delighted The Journey through the and many carers who look after west Scotland travel to their will be taken in October after the Heart, was performed at St to be able to welcome the con- Hebridean Heart, was recorded our elderly and disabled residents Catholic primary and secondary formal stages have been com- Mary’s Church, Calton, Glas- cert to Glasgow’ as part of the for the BBC’s Radio nan Gaid- need support. Some of our chil- schools. The other argument is pleted. I would plead with Mr that the children will lose the vital McFadyen and the other parents gow, in front of a full house. city’s celebration of faith and heal, which broadcast the con- dren and young people face hor- Concert director, Paul the arts and noted that Arch- cert at 9pm on Easter Saturday. rendous family circumstances link with their parishes but both to engage in constructive talks and we need to ensure that pro- St Andrew’s and St Joseph’s have with local councillors, clergy and grammes that support them are wonderful parish priests who will with the parents of St Andrew’s. I resourced. In extreme circum- work with parents and teachers to would plead with the Church to stances some children and young ensure this will not happen. become engaged with this people are taken away from the I was a teacher in Catholic process to facilitate talks and family home and are put into schools while my husband has negotiations. I want our children care. These children need addi- recently retired as depute head in Bearsden and Milngavie to tional resources to ensure their teacher in a large Catholic sec- have access to a new school with safety and wellbeing. I could fill ondary and my daughter teaches all the amazing educational, sport pages listing the competing needs in a Catholic secondary. My chil- and social benefits that can for resources, resources that every dren attended St Andrew’s in deliver. Please do not allow our year are becoming scarcer. Can I Bearsden and John Paul Acad- Catholic Faith to be defined by add that the welfare reform now emy in Summerston and, yes, streets and narrow boundaries in place will place many of our they travelled by bus to John but, as the universal Church, let most vulnerable families in very Paul. I have been criticised for us work together. not supporting Catholic education serious difficulties. I Maureen Henry was head of the St Joseph’s Primary School in in Milngavie and, of course, noth- Hospital Education Service before ing is further from the truth. St being elected as Labour councillor Milngavie is 55 per cent under for Milngavie in May 2012. She capacity with a roll of 127 and St Joseph’s parents accuse the Labour Party of turning its back is a parishioner of St Andrew’s Andrew’s Primary School in Bearsden and a member of the Bearsden (1.5 miles away from St on Catholic education but at the SVDP in the parish. Joseph’s) is also under capacity council meeting we voted to build

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Archbishop Emeritus Conti stands by decision and transfer plan in spite of opposition POPE Francis sent a telegram to British Prime By Ian Dunn Minister David Cameron this week offering his con- COLUMBA House, the Edinburgh dolences after the death of home to the Scottish Catholic former Prime Minster Mar- Archives for more than 50 years, has garet Thatcher. been closed indefinitely after mould The telegram, sent on behalf was discovered on some of the his- of the Pope by Cardinal Tarci- toric documents stored there. sio Bertone, the Vatican Secre- The pre- and post-Reformation archive tary of State, said the Holy collections at Columba House (right) are Father appreciated the ‘Christ- the responsibility of the Trustees of the ian values, which underpinned Scottish Catholic Heritage Collections her commitment to public serv- Museum, who took the decision to close ice’ until her death on Monday for her.” Baroness Thatcher, the the facility after receiving reports from at the age of 87. daughter of a Methodist green- specialists in archive conservation and his- “His Holiness Pope Francis grocer, became the first woman toric buildings. The trustees say that the was saddened to learn of the ever to hold the office of mould is the result of dampness in death of Baroness Margaret British prime minister when the Columba House’s main storage area in the Thatcher,” the telegram reads. Conservative Party came to sub-basement, which has been a recurrent “He recalls with appreciation power in 1979. problem. the Christian values which On May 4, 1979, the day of Archbishop Emeritus Mario Conti underpinned her commitment her election, she read out the (far right, top), chairman of the trustees, protect and preserve the historic archives rapprochement between the Catholic hierar- to public service and to the pro- prayer of St Francis of Assisi in said this discovery reaffirmed his long- for posterity, and to make them again chy and Scotland’s historians motion of freedom among the her first address to the nation. held contention that a new home for the available for research as soon as possible.’ “During the campaign to prevent the dis- family of nations. Entrusting From the steps of the prime archives was needed, and that plans made The original decision to transfer part of semination of archives, eminent historians her soul to the mercy of God, minister’s residence of 10 to move the pre-Reformation archive were the Catholic Archives to Aberdeen Univer- from around the globe—from Europe, and assuring her family and the Downing Street, London, she necessary. “We have emphasised for some sity sparked great controversy among Scot- America as well as Scotland—petitioned British people of a remem- said: “Where there is discord, time that Columba House was not fit for tish historians. Professor Tom Devine (far the Scottish Catholic hierarchy, asking brance in his prayers, the Holy may we bring harmony. Where purpose,” the archbishop emeritus said. right, bottom), a leading Scottish historian, them to think again,” he told the SCO. Father invokes upon all whose there is error, may we bring “The latest reports confirm this. The ques- told the SCO that this latest decision to “The fact that the final decision on this lay lives she touched God’s abun- truth. Where there is doubt, tion of the arrangements to be made for close Columba House was ‘a sad day for with the bishops’ conference was never dant blessings.” may we bring faith. And where the papers covering the period from 1878 Scottish Catholic history, given the tremen- questioned, but, to my shame as a Scottish The Holy Father’s words there is despair, may we bring until the present will now have to be con- dous efforts made by past generations to Catholic, very few of these message were were echoed by Archbishop hope pledging to bring har- sidered more urgently than had been preserve the heritage and history of the responded to at all and some that did Vincent Nichols of Westmin- mony were there was discord. expected. The condition of Columba Scottish Catholic people before and after receive replies that were discourteous in ster, president of the Bishops’ She remained in office until House means that a new location for these Reformation.’ the extreme. A good deal of healing Conference of England and 1990 and now in death, as in modern records will have to be found.” “Now these treasures are to be dispersed, between the Scottish academic commu- Wales, who issued a short life, the question of her legacy The trustees last year signed as an I am sure the University of Aberdeen will nity and the Scottish hierarchy remains to statement. divides the nation. agreement with Aberdeen University take great care of those materials they have be done.” “It was with sadness that we Mr Cameron paid tribute to under which the university agreed to or are about to receive,” he said. “But there Once the Catholic Archives have been heard the news of the death of her ‘lion-hearted’ love of her house the pre-Reformation Catholic remains the question of what is to happen treated by a team of specialist conservators, Baroness Thatcher, who served country, calling her the ‘patriot Archives on long-term loan in the univer- to marvelous materials on modern Scottish and the transfer has taken place, the trustees this country for many years prime minister’ and Scotland’s sity’s special collections centre in the Catholic history of the late 19th century to and Aberdeen University will publicise both as a member of Parliament First Minister Alex Salmond iconic Sir Duncan Rice Library. the present because there has been no indi- details of their availability for study by and as prime minster," Arch- called her ‘truly formidable,’ In light of the mould discovery, the cation of what will happen to them.” scholars and members of the public. bishop Nichols said. "We pray adding that it was possible to trustees suggest that this transfer ‘is now The professor also said he believes that the for the repose of her soul and respect a politician like her not only desirable but also essential, to whole affair has resulted in a great need for- I [email protected] for the intentions of her family while disagreeing with many of and all those who now mourn her policies.

ARCHBISHOP Philip Archbishop Tartaglia, religious call for world leaders to meet aid pledge “The MDGs have guided a Tartaglia of Glasgow and huge amount of work to tackle religious leaders from across of the G8 has the potential to to prevent individuals and com- the money they spend. people still go to bed hungry global poverty, but will expire in the G8 have called on devel- advance the agenda of the poor panies from hiding wealth so “Development is working but every night and more than 2015,” she said. oped countries to follow the in ways that strike at the underly- that it is untraceable. Further, challenges remain,” the letter 2 million die of malnutrition each “And there is nothing to UK’s example in fulfilling ing causes of poverty. they call on the G8 to press for points out. “The number of peo- year.” replace them. Without a new their commitments to spend “Meeting the remaining tar- greater financial transparency ple living in extreme poverty has Helen Dennis, Christian Aid’s plan in place, political leaders 0.7 per cent of national gets, while challenging, is possi- from governments of developing been halved ahead of time and senior adviser on poverty and could relegate tackling poverty to income on aid. ble but only if governments do countries so citizens can hold 14,000 fewer children die each inequality, welcomed the inter- a ‘nice to have’ rather than a Over 60 religious leaders, not waiver from the moral and their governments to account for day than in 1990. Yet one in eight vention from faith leaders. ‘must do.’” including Archbishop Tartaglia, political commitments made over point out in an open letter pub- a decade ago,” the letter stresses. lished last week that just under The letter, also signed by 1000 days remain to achieve the Archbishop Vincent Nichols of Millennium Development Goals Westminster and the Anglican (MDGs) by the 2015 deadline. Archbishop of Canterbury Dr JOE WALSH TOURS MMancuniaancunia With a focus on tax, trade and Justin Welby, argues for a G8 PILGRIMAGE SPECIALISTS transparency, the religious lead- convention on tax transparency JJoinoin UsUs iinn thethe YYearear ooff FFaithaith ers argue that the UK presidency committing signatory countries YEAR OF FAITH PILGRIMAGES TO LOURDES LLOURDESOURDES FFlightslights everyevery SaturdaySaturday - MayMay toto James Scott BY AIR FROM PRESTWICK £ Thomas Marin from £ Independent Funeral Directors Funeral Directors 679 SeptemberSeptember - DirectlyDirectly intointo LLourdesourdes 8 July 2013 | 7 nights pp inc “Stay local... keep it in the Your local Independent Funeral Director SShorthort DDurationuration DeparturesDepartures Over eighty years of £ family... offer a prompt BY AIR FROM GLASGOW £ 3 NNightsights - 114th4th AAug,ug, giving undivided attention, from 699 and personal service 24 | pp inc 24 hour care and a level of service 12 July 2013 7 nights 4 NNightsights - 17th17th JJunun & 223rd3rd SSept,ept, hours a day... make it second to none. The only independent, BY AIR FROM EDINBURGH £ 5 NNightsights - 66thth MMayay affordable.” family-owned business in the area. from £679 pp inc Thomas Marin 1926 26 July 2013 | 7 nights RROMEOME Let our family look after your family 4 & 5 NNightsights FFromrom ManchesterManchester Three generations later, his words are just 314 Portobello High Street, as important to our family business today. WEEKLY DEPARTURES HHOLYOLY LLANDAND Edinburgh EH15 2DA £ 62-64 St Mary Street, 7 NightsNights fromfrom ManchesterManchester Tel: 0131 556 7192 or Tel: 0131 669 6333 TO FATIMA | 7 NIGHTS from £ Edinburgh EH1 1SX 0131 556 6874 (24 hrs) 544 or 0131 669 1285 (24hrs) From Edinburgh pp inc FFATIMAATIIMA 7 Bridge Street, Musselburgh EH21 6AA 44,, 5 & 7 NNightsights f fromrom LLiverpooliverpool Tel: 0131 665 6925 Joe Walsh Tours | www.joewalshtours.co.uk WWee wwelcomeelcome iindividual,ndividual, andand ggrouproup enquiriesenquiries [email protected] | 0141 530 5060 | 143 Lower Baggot Street, Dublin 2 00161161 883883 11515515 [email protected]@mancunia.com www.thomasmarin.co.uk www.thomasmarin.co.uk Bonded and Licensed by the Civil Aviation Authority in the UK | ATOL 5163 wwwwww.mancunia.comww.mancunia.com 4 FAITH IN ACTION THE SCO SUPPORTS THE YEAR OF FAITH SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER Friday April 12 2013

A fortnightly news round up from our Catholic faith in action university chaplaincies The skewed media perception of the Church The thriving Catholic community and faith in action on university campuses flies in the face of the gloomy picture of our Faith so often, and in particular recently, painted by the media, according to Niall O Coinleáin, president of Edinburgh Catholic Student Union

THE Church has been in the media even more than usual in the past few months however there seems to be a continual theme of opin- ion which claims the Catholic Church is in trouble; wracked with scandal and plagued with dwindling congregations. The people making these claims have obviously never visited St Albert the Great Chaplaincy in the Edinburgh University’s George Square cam- pus, which is home to Catholic Student’s Union. Arguably the most active society in the univer- sity, often having more events than there are days of the week and a common room which is home to continuous tea, coffee, conversation and debate from post-Lauds breakfast group to the discussion which extends long after any of the evening ‘Faith Matters’ talks or apologetics groups that the Dominican chaplains who own and run the chap- laincy organise. The CSU has out grown even itself and many smaller sub groups have started to form with the St Albert the Great Graduate Society (STAGGS) now in its third year and a Praise and Worship Group growing in numbers week-on- week. The CSU has a society social every week after Mass which varies from guest speakers, chocolate heaven, talent shows and charity fundraisers. We, like the rest of the world, were recently gripped with an extreme case of Papal fever. Thanks to the creation of the PNS (Papal Notifi- cation System), which texted society members the moment white smoke rose from the Vatican Chim- ney, the rapid redecoration of the common room with Papal bunting and the swift creation of a big screen meant a group of nearly 50 students gath- ered in time for Pope Francis to be revealed. It was very good of the conclave to elect Pope Francis on a Wednesday as it aligned perfectly with Mid- Week Meal (MWM) our community dinner where pitality of the Dominicans and Mass in the new St Edinburgh University Students Association called for their beliefs and not be afraid to voice the truth two or three members cook for the society and is Albert the Great Chapel is often standing room for its affiliation to the abortion rights organisation even when it is an unpopular view. continually at capacity. only. The chapel is also receiving critical acclaim was defeated by a joint effort from the CSU the The CSU is often a resource called upon by other The society has been going from strength to in the wider society, having recently been short- Life Society and the Christian Union. The motion societies too, the recent defeat of the motion “Reli- strength in recent years and member involvement listed for Scottish Civic Trust My Place awards. was brought forward again and passed three weeks gion is no longer a force for good in society” which makes the annual committee election a hard-fought However, it is very easy to be Catholic while later, you have to love student democracy, but the was opposed by a CSU speaker at an Edinburgh Uni race, perhaps paralleled only by the recent US drinking tea and chatting to other society members, affiliation has since been proven unlawful. Debates Union event shows how key groups such as presidential election, the growth and strengthening however Christ called us to be in the world but not Although the outcome was disappointing, it was the CSU are in educating young Catholics in order to is thanks to the pastoral care and unequalled hos- of the world. A motion recently brought to the superb to see so many young Catholics stand up help spread Christ’s message. A fond farewell after 100th

PARISHIONERS of St Mary’s Mary’s, and the local community, Church, Arisaig, joined together including many relatives and on Wednesday to pay tribute to friends of Ms MacDonald, were much-loved friend Katie Mac- preparing to pay their final Donald, who passed away on respects at her funeral. Saturday, just four days after cel- Fr Barrett said that, despite her ebrating her 100th birthday. age, Ms MacDonald was always Ms MacDonald, who lived in present each Sunday at St Mary’s Arisaig most of her life, attended for the celebration of Mass. Sunday Mass each week at the “She was a great character, both local parish, and had asked for within the parish community and donations at her birthday party— the local area,” he said. which was celebrated at the church Ms MacDonald used to work in hall on April 2—to be given to the the local hotel inArisaig and, after fund to repair the church’s stained she had a family, also worked as a glass window. home help. She is pictured on the As the SCO went to press, Fr day of her 100th birthday speaking PIC: ANTHONY MacMILLAN Andrew Barrett, parish priest at St to Fr Barrett.

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Scottish Borders Council has yet to find candidate to oversee its four Catholic primaries THE Cistercian community at Nunraw will continue to By Martin Dunlop offer retreat facilities to pil- grims, despite the impend- SCOTTISH Borders Council has ing sale of its guesthouse, revealed that the hunt for a head- the abbot of Nunraw Abbey teacher to lead the local authority’s has confirmed. four Catholic primary schools is Abbot Dom Mark Caira ongoing. OCR (right) told the SCO that It was announced in January that the the Nunraw guesthouse has council’s education committee had agreed been put up for sale, but added to appoint a single headteacher to cover that the measure is part of a the area’s four primary schools: St ‘downsizing’ operation at Nun- Joseph’s, Selkirk, Halyrude, Peebles, St raw and guests will soon be Margaret’s, Hawick, and St Margaret’s, able to enjoy an experience Galashiels, which have a total roll of ‘closer to the monastic life’ around 200 pupils. within the abbey itself. A spokeswoman for the council con- “Plans are in place to move firmed that its initial advertisement had our guest centre to within the to visit Nunraw for the first failed to attract a suitable candidate for the abbey (below),” Abbot Caira time these last few days and it post, which will be ‘re-advertised in the said. “We are making the move was without doubt one of the very near future with the aim to have to conserve our energies and most amazing experiences of someone in place for the start of the new use our facilities as best as we my life in terms of the people I school session in August.’ can.” met,” Ms Fahey told the SCO. The Catholic Church had backed the “Sharing responsibility for two school in the meantime, ‘senior education officer The abbot added that, “The fathers and brothers of the arrangement for a single headteacher to be communities would be difficult enough Karen Gray is acting as headteacher to St although the move will result in abbey are there for one and all, appointed for the schools, but only on a but working across four schools seems Margaret’s in Hawick, St Joseph’s in fewer guests being able to regardless of religion. They pilot basis. like an impossible task,” Mr McGrath Selkirk and St Margaret’s in Galashiels.’ enjoy a retreat at a single time, seek to help those in need of Prior to his resignation in March, Car- said. “At the same time, the council is try- “Kate Brown will continue in her post it is being viewed as a ‘positive truth to find it and do so with dinal Keith O’Brien, the former Arch- ing to do what it can to sustain four small as head teacher at Halyrude in Peebles step’ within the community and an incredible clarity of mind, bishop of St Andrews and Edinburgh, said Catholic schools in different Borders com- until the end of the current school ses- that the Cistercians are keen to word and love. They do not that the ‘reason for this suggestion munities where few qualified applicants sion,” she added. be able to offer the best experi- cater exclusively for Catholic emanates mainly because of the challenge live.” When the single headteacher move was ence possible to those visiting people and I was in the com- posed by the very significant distances The recommendations to Scottish Bor- agreed, the Scottish Borders education on retreat. pany of those of other faiths between the four schools and unique ders education committee followed a con- committee also authorised the setting up Aine Fahey, a recent visitor who found peace, solace and nature of the position.’ sultation held at the end of 2012 with the of an implementation board to support, to Nunraw over the Easter solution whilst there as well as Reacting to the most recent develop- Church and staff and parents from the monitor and review the new arrangements period, described her retreat as myself.” ments announced by Scottish Borders Borders’ Catholic primary schools. during the first year of operation. an ‘amazing experience’ and Nunraw Abbey, consecrated Council, Michael McGrath, director of the Recruitment problems with headteachers It was also agreed that a report review- expressed keenness that the in 1948, on the southern edge Scottish Catholic Education Service, com- and ‘varied performance’ in inspections ing the first year be brought back to the sale of the guesthouse would of East Lothian, was the mented that ‘it is not surprising that Scot- prompted a review of how the schools education committee in due course. not lead to the end of pilgrims first Cistercian house to be tish Borders Council has had difficulty in were run. making a visit to Nunraw. founded in Scotland since attracting applicants for this post.’ The council spokeswoman has said that, I [email protected] “I have just had the privilege the Reformation. 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6 SCHOOLS NEWS THE SCO SUPPORTS THE YEAR OF FAITH SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER Friday April 12 2013 Carnival and culture make life-changing visit for pupils S6 pupils from Turnbull High took in the sights of Italy during an exchange trip to Tuscany, taking part in the colourful Viareggio Carnevale By Martin Dunlop The Turnbull High pupils are pictured wearing festival masks. The pupils visited Italy as part of an exchange visit, taking in famous sights such as the Leaning SENIOR pupils from Turnbull High School Tower of Pisa and the Viareggio carnival in Bishopbriggs recently enjoyed a fun- filled exchange visit to Italy, taking in the historic city of Florence as well as the they enjoyed an open-top bus tour of the city, colourful parades of the Viareggio carnival. during which they were informed about Flo- Turnbull High is twinned with an Italian rence’s glistening history, before picking up school in the Tuscan town of Pistoia, where the some bargains at the city’s gigantic markets. Bishopbriggs pupils stayed with host families, who were delighted to indulge the Scottish pupils Colourful carnival in their fantastic cooking skills. The extraordinary floats and immense colour of Emily Renfrew, an S6 pupil at Turnbull High, the Viareggio Carnevale festival were also who was part of the group visiting Italy, said she greatly enjoyed by the pupils. Although the car- enjoyed experiencing life at an Italian school and nival must have made the Scottish pupils feel like the ‘fascinating excursions to interesting places they were a million miles from home, they were all over the Tuscany area.’ quickly reminded of life back in Scotland when “We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves touring the the Italian weather took a turn for the worse. ancient buildings of Pistoia, learning about the “Towards the end of the stay, it began to snow Italian education system and meeting up with our and the Italian schools were closed for the first Italian twins during the evenings for meals,” time in years,” Emily said. “Instead of going to Emily said. see more of the school system, we went to a chocolate shop founded by Bruno Corsini where Art and architecture the famous confetti sweets, mostly used for wed- Pistoia, we attended a farewell disco in Hotel San ness of the difference between Scottish and Italian Part of the Turnbull High group’s itinerary ding favours, are produced. Lorenzo in Pescia, where we had a sociable meal lifestyles and gave us an insight into such an excit- included a trip to the Leaning Tower of Pisa, “On the last day in Italy, we explored the along with all the Italians and spent the rest of ing cultural country. It was also a brilliant way to where pupils climbed the tower and took in the medieval town of Lucca where we were able to the night dancing away, which was a fabulous make new life long friends whom we intend to spectacular view across the seaside city. The relax while walking around the spectacular archi- way to end a wonderful week. stay in touch with through social networking.” breathtaking architecture and artwork of Flo- tecture, and could enjoy independent little Ital- “Our group said the trip was a life-changing rence was next up for the Turnbull High pupils as ian shops and cafés. Before saying goodbye to learning experience as it really raised our aware- I [email protected]

Motherwell schools’ conference focuses on Faith

Fr Michael Smith SJ and Fr Fr Michael Smith, Fr Stephen Reilly PRIOR to the end of term, St and Douglas Cosgrove, headteacher Andrew’s and St Bride’s Stephen Reilly gave talks on the of St Andrew’s and St Bride’s with High School, East Kilbride, science and theology behind the high school pupils from throughout hosted a theological confer- creation of humankind. Their Motherwell Diocese ence for more than 80 senior presentations included a study of PIC: TOM EADIE pupils from schools across evolution and the book of Gene- Motherwell Diocese. sis. The lectures both supported commented that the theological The conference, which has the work done in Higher RMPS conference ‘was organised specif- become an annual event at the and that of core RE. The pupils ically for school pupils and was Pupils knit clothes to East Kilbride secondary school, engaged in a lively question and judged by all to have been very this year focused on the ques- answer session at the end of the successful.’ warm poorest babies tion, ‘Human beings, saints or morning. “It is hoped that this event will sinners: the thought of God or Mary Glen, from St Andrew’s support, encourage and chal- the result of science?’ and St Bride’s RE department, lenge those present,” she said.

KIND-hearted pupils from organisation Christian Hope St Andrew’s High School in International, a group that distrib- Kirkcaldy have been using utes clothes to those most in SPOTLIGHT ON... their knitting skills to help need. babies and young children Victoria Ferguson, lead teacher in poor parts of the world. of St Andrew’s charity commit- Since August last year, pupils tee, commented that ‘each of the (pictured above) have been col- donations has been a blessing to lecting knitted goods for babies us and will go with our prayers to who otherwise would have to be the children who need them wrapped in newspaper or other most.’“I have been overwhelmed items to try and keep warm. by the enthusiasm of individuals The school created a knitting and the stories which came with a pattern, which was sent out to the number of the donations,” Ms local community to encourage Ferguson said. “We had one eld- friends of the school to knit erly lady who knitted the blankets jumpers, hats and blankets. in her care home despite having St Andrew’s staff and pupils lost her sight.” have since been overwhelmed by “How beautiful these clothes the response they have received are—it is nice knowing we are from local parishes, the Carmelite doing something which will have Sisters in Dysart, and nearby a real impact,” one pupil said. knitting groups, amongst many Some of the local parishes other people and groups that have have been so inspired by their helped them with their project. involvement in the project that Primary six pupils from Our Lady of the Missions Primary School in Thornliebank are pictured during the performance of their Easter Cantata, Roll The school has now collected they are continuing to make the Back the Stone. The performance took place in front of an appreciative audience at Eastwood Park Theatre on Tuesday March 26 more than 700 items of clothing, clothes and will be sending more PIC: PAUL McSHERRY which have been delivered to the items on themselves. Friday April 12 2013 SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER THE SCO SUPPORTS THE YEAR OF FAITH LOCAL NEWS 7 Sheriff slights Catholic education ‘Unfortunte’ comment in ruling clearing Celtic FC supporter of singing inflammatory songs By Martin Dunlop

COMMENTS by a leading sheriff suggesting the abolition of denomina- tional schooling as the best way to tackle the problem of sectarianism in Scotland have been described as ‘unfortunate’ by a Catholic education spokesman. Speaking last week, as he cleared a 20- year-old Celtic FC supporter of singing inflammatory songs at a Dundee FC match in December 2012, Sheriff Richard David- son described the Scottish Government’s Offensive Behaviour at Football and Threatening Communications (Scotland) Bill as ‘horribly badly drafted’ legislation. Hibernian FC honoured in The sheriff went on to note, however, that sectarianism is ‘a blight on Scottish society,’ but added that the SNP administration’s leg- parish of birth with a plaque islation is not the way to tackle it. “The way to tackle it is to do away with PIC: PAUL McSHERRY A PLAQUE was recently Hibs legend Pat Stanton is seen denominational schools,” he said. unveiled at St Patrick’s in next to the plaque in St Patrick’s, Michael McGrath (right), director of the “The sheriff’s comments are deeply FC’s Dens Park, Mr McLeish engaged in Edinburgh marking the Edinburgh, which was officially Scottish Catholic Education Service, dis- regrettable,” the spokeswoman said. behaviour which was likely or would be church as the birthplace of unveiled on St Patrick’s Day missed this view, however. “Catholic schools exist throughout the likely to incite public disorder in that he Hibernian Football Club. “These comments are unfortunate in world without being accused of leading to sang a song contrary to the offensive The plaque, which was faced up to these challenges,” suggesting a link between sectarianism sectarianism.” behaviour at football and threatening com- unveiled last month, was com- Mr Petrie said. and denominational schools,” Mr News that Dion McLeish of Clydebank munications (Scotland) Act 2012 Section missioned by members of the “Just as it did in 1875, McGrath said. was found not guilty of inciting public dis- 1 (1). St Patrick’s branch of the Hibernian today touches the “One would expect someone in such a order during the Dundee v Celtic match on However, in his ruling, Sheriff David- Hibernian Supporters Club fol- lives of ordinary people and position of authority to ensure that his December 26, 2012 came as thousands of son said: “I have been attending football lowing discussions with St hopefully you are proud of how comments were based on evidence, rather football supporters held a rally in Glas- matches since 1957 and there is nothing I Andrews and Edinburgh Arch- Hibernian has evolved.” than on mere assertion.” gow, protesting the ‘criminalisation’ of have seen in this particular case that would diocese, trustees and members Among those also present at A spokeswoman for Dunkeld Diocese football fans, as a result of the Scottish cause me the slightest concern.” of the parish. the ceremony was Pat Stanton, also strongly challenged Sheriff David- Government’s new legislation. Hibernian FC, now based at a Hibernian FC legend, who son’s remarks. Prosecutors had alleged that at Dundee I [email protected] Easter Road Stadium in the noted that his father was born Leith area of Edinburgh, was in St Patrick’s parish, in the founded on August 6, 1875 by Cowgate, area of Edinburgh, to the then parish priest of St a ‘Hibs daft family.’ Patrick’s Church, Canon “Hibs was founded by young Football fans rally in Glasgow to protest anti-sectarian bill Edward Joseph Hannan and people with the help of the Michael Whelahan, a member parish priest all those years ago THOUSANDS of football which is likely to cause public establish a much more cohesive of the St Patrick’s Church so it’s right that we don’t forget fans held a protest at the disorder. strategy for dealing with the Catholic Young Men’s Society, our history,” he said. “For me weekend against their per- Ahead of the bill coming into problems of sectarianism in which was also founded by to be standing here today, I am ceived ‘criminalisation,’ force last year, the Catholic Scotland.” Canon Hannan as a focus absolutely chuffed.” brought about by the Scottish Church in Scotland expressed A spokesman for the Scottish and support for young Irish The ceremony was con- Government’s legislation on concern that the legislation had Government has said that an 87 immigrants. ducted by Douglas McLeod, tackling bigotry and hatred at been rushed, while, in Novem- per cent charge rate and 83 per Speaking to those gathered at chairman of St Patrick’s Sup- matches. ber 2011, Archbishop Philip cent conviction rate for people St Patrick’s for the unveiling porters Club who thanked the Around 3000 protestors gath- Tartaglia of Glasgow, then arrested under the new ceremony, Rod Petrie, Hibern- representatives of the club who ered at Glasgow’s George Bishop of Paisley, spoke out legislation shows that ‘it is ian chairman, commented that attended, including manager Square for the rally by Fans against ‘almost provocative’ working well.’ ‘it all started here.’ “The club Pat Fenlon, Mr Petrie and Against Criminalisation, an policing at football matches in “Tackling bigotry and hatred was born out of the Church, directors including Amanda organisation of Celtic FC Scotland. isn’t just about legislation, but born out of poverty, born out of Jones, Brian Houston, Bruce fans’ groups. Labour MSP Michael McMa- about wider action to help bring unemployment and born out of Langham, Garry O’Hagan and The fans oppose the SNP hon (right), who spoke at communities coming together,” human struggle and we have David Forsyth. Government’s Offensive Behav- Saturday’s rally, said that the the spokesman said. iour at Football and Threatening Scottish Government needs to “That’s why the Scottish Gov- Communications (Scotland) ‘rethink’ its legislation on tack- ernment announced £9million Bill, claiming it is criminalising ling sectarianism. over three years to support a FIND AND LIKE the harmless activities of ordi- “The government didn’t listen wide range of projects across nary fans and has led to ‘heavy- a year or so ago when they Scotland which are tackling sec- THE SCOTTISH handed’ policing. brought forward this legisla- hon said. “We need to get a mes- tarianism.” Offences under the bill tion—it is bad legislation and it sage sent clearly to the Scottish Police Scotland estimated that CATHOLIC OBSERVER include sectarian and other is having a detrimental effect on Government that they have to around 3000 fans attended Sat- offensive chanting and threaten- the relationship between football rethink this, they have to review urday’s rally and said there were PAGE ON FACEBOOK ing behaviour related to football, fans and the police,” Mr McMa- the legislation and they have to no arrests or disorder. Glasgow Phoenix Choir presents The Spirit of Scotland

THE Glasgow Pheonix Choir grow performing traditional choral is bringing The Spirit of Scot- pieces from sacred to modern, land: When Folk Music Meets including music from the movies Song to Glasgow’s Royal and shows. Concert Hall with the help The Glasgow evening of choral of sponsors Co-operative and folk music will feature their Funeralcare. guest, the popular Scottish folk The concert will take place on band, Breabach. Breabach, the Friday April 26 at 7.30pm and the 2012 award winner of the Alba choir—one of the UK’s most suc- Scottish traditional folk band of the cessful, widely travelled, mixed year, is one of today’s talented voice choirs—is once again young Celtic acts. They featured delighted to be performing its prominently at the recent Celtic spring concert at the venue. The Connections Festival. live at Iona Abbey producing a popular Phoenix songs will be choir performs more than 40 con- The choir has recently embarked series of CDs. A special souvenir available later in the year. certs per year, taking their special on a series of recordings. On sale at postcard CD, which can be sent worldwide and a further live CD I The Spirit of Scotland tickets are £5 blend of choral music on tour twice the concert will be the gold disc / £8 / £10 / £12 / £15 from GRCH Box winning recording Songs of Solace. performance of Faure’s Requiem a year, both here in the UK and in Office Tel: 0141 353 8000 Europe. Its reputation continues to The choir was delighted to record will also be on sale. Another CD of 8 INTERNATIONAL NEWS THE SCO SUPPORTS THE YEAR OF FAITH SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER Friday April 12 2013

Hospital staff dispute ‘religious grounds’ prevented abortion

STAFF from an Irish hospi- tal where a woman died after a miscarriage are dis- puting claims that she was refused an abortion on reli- gious grounds. Lawyers acting for Univer- sity Hospital, Galway, on Mon- day told an inquest into the death of Savita Halappanavar (right) on October 28 2012 that they would strenuously dispute the story. Her widower, Praveen Halappanavar (right), however, said she made three requests to doctors for an abortion during her miscarriage and claims staff refused because Ireland is ‘a Catholic country.’ Mrs Halappanavar, a 31- year-old dentist, died several days after she had been admit- ted to University Hospital Gal- way suffering from back pain. On the opening day of her inquest on Monday, her tearful widower recounted details of Mrs Halappanavar’s life was Church aid totals almost £2 billion some of the conversations they not under threat. The doctor had with staff at the hospital will also reject claims that she during her final days. used the term Catholic Ireland, Caritas Internationalis 2010/11 report outlines scale of support for international projects He alleged that a consultant the court heard. The inquest obstetrician, Dr Katherine Ast- was continuing as the SCO By Stephen Reilly economic crisis gripping Europe, the with 18 million people without food; bury, said she could not give went to press. source of donations has changed, for exam- Sudan and South Sudan (above); the areas his wife an abortion because Before the inquest began, an THE most recent financial report from ple, Caritas Paraguay recently launched a affected by flooding in Bangladesh and Ireland was a Catholic country Irish medical ethics expert said Caritas Internationalis, the humanitar- programme to raise funds for Africa. northeast India; and Syria, where 1.5 mil- and there was still a foetal Catholic teaching would not ian branch of the Catholic Church, “So there is less money in the north, it is lion people were displaced due to the heartbeat. have prevented any treatment showed that in 2010-11, it distributed more difficult to find,” he added. “That is ongoing civil war in that country. As the SCO went to press, of Savita Halappanavar. nearly £2 billion in aid, with more the effect of the crisis, but the emerging Syria has been a particular focus for the lawyers for the hospital said Dr Bioethicist Fr Kevin Doran than half of that going to international countries, emerging economies, are helping charity this year as the conflict forces Astbury will strenuously dis- said Mrs Halappanavar’s death projects, especially in Haiti and others, so there is more balance. There will more and more people to flea to Lebanon pute his allegations. They said was brought about by sepsis Sudan. be more balance. The Latin Americans call and other countries. Najla Chahda is the the consultant obstetrician during pregnancy. Caritas Internationalis, often the first to this co-operation fraternal. This sense of director of Caritas Lebanon Migrant Cen- maintains that there was only “There is no reason, accord- respond to international disasters, is an community, of being one with the church, tre and she this week about the overall one conversation with Mrs ing to Catholic teaching, why a umbrella group of many Catholic charities, one human family, is growing, because humanitarian crisis facing the refugees. Halappanavar about the possi- pregnant woman cannot including the Scottish Catholic Interna- donor and receiver is more balanced.” There are now well over a million Syr- bility of a termination and that receive aggressive treatment tional Aid Fund (SCIAF). Caritas Interna- Mr Roy also stressed that the Catholic ian refugees living in Lebanon and accord- the discussion took place on for such an infection even if it tionalis is funded by private donations, identity of Caritas was crucial to the char- ing to Ms Chahda the humanitarian October 22. Lawyers said Dr results in the death of the foe- governments and international groups. ity and would never change. situation facing them is ‘more and more Astbury will tell the inquest tus,” he said. “That is not an “Money is something important, of difficult.’ She says very often there are that a termination was not war- abortion, it is doing the best to Funding course,” he said. “When you don’t have more than 4 refugee families having to ranted at that stage because save the woman’s life.” “Emergencies, many times, are a big anything to eat you need to buy or receive live in ‘one very small, overcrowded opportunity for raising funds,” Michel food. But what is more important, even in room’ in ‘very unhygienic conditions.’ Roy, Caritas Internationalis secretary gen- the present, is that you restore hope, heal With little or no resources, for many of tor of the Centre for Human eral, said. “That will be very useful in the suffering. For that, no money is pres- these Syrian refugees it is a real struggle to NEWS IN BRIEF Rights Education, said. “An helping people to recover from the disas- ent, and I think this is an element that’s get by each day, particularly because of a imam of the mosque instigated ter, but hidden emergencies or forgotten very specific, specially of Caritas.” lack of access to medical treatment. FRIENDLY FOOTBALL MATCH IN the Muslims to attack Christians.” emergencies may be as dire. At last, too Ms Chahda says Lebanon is buckling HONOUR OF POPE FRANCIS many emergencies are just forgotten and Emergency response under the strain of trying to cope with the ITALY has announced plans for EGYPTIAN AUTHORITIES UNDER no body takes care anymore, it is difficult In 2012, Caritas responded to 44 humani- continuing daily influx of refugees from an August friendly in Rome with FIRE FROM BISHOP ANGAELOS to raise funds for them.” tarian emergencies. Currently, their focus Syria and said ‘we all need to join our Argentina in honour of Pope THE head of the Coptic Ortho- Mr Roy also highlighted that, due to the is on the Sahel region in western Africa, efforts to halt the (Syrian) war.’ Francis, who was elected head of dox Church in the United King- the Catholic Church last month. dom has accused Egyptian ‘The FIGC has officially authorities of ignoring persecu- invited the Argentine federation tion of Christians following the UK Government’s end-of-life care rule change welcomed (AFA)’, read a statement which Arab Spring after weekend vio- specified that ‘a letter was sent lence killed two people. BISHOP Philip Egan of nation was made that someone to AFA general secretary Miguel In a statement published ear- Portsmouth has welcomed was near death. Silva.’ lier this week, Bishop Angaelos news that the UK Govern- “Maybe I would just one fur- The idea was that of Italy coach condemned the siege surround- ment has revised its rules on ther concern I have, and that is Cesare Prandelli, himself a ing St Mark’s Cathedral in Cairo end-of-life care, and set up a the medical judgment that Catholic, to arrange a friendly last weekend that left two peo- review of the Liverpool somebody is about today is a between the two nations as a trib- ple dead and 84 more injured. Care Pathway (LCP)—a very vexed and difficult judg- ute to the recently-appointed The siege was triggered by program that co-ordinates ment to make,” he said. “I have Argentinian-born Pope, who is the fighting between Muslims and palliative services for those had some concerns relating to first Pope from South America. Christians after a mass funeral in the final hours and days the actual procedures involved for five Copts killed during vio- of life. in making that judgment. But MOB ATTACKS CHRISTIAN lent clashes on Saturday. “The Liverpool Care Path- of course I am not a medic and NEIGHBOURHOOD IN PAKISTAN Bishop Angaelos claimed that way is a process, a set of proto- I am not an expert. I just speak A MUSLIM mob has burned intervention by the state was too cols to care for the dying in our as a concerned pastor.” shops and cars and thrown late and warned of further violence. hospitals, particularly in the However, the bishop only stones at a church in a Christian “What are the authorities National Health Service and in ‘incentives’ to place people on and also of course the spiritual had good things to say about neighborhood in Gujranwala, a waiting for? More bloodshed, care homes,” he said. “But the Liverpool Care Pathway. care that needs to go with that, caregivers involved in the city of 2.7 million in north-east- violence, hostility, alienation, there has been a lot of contro- He said he was ‘delighted’ with particularly for Catholic programme. ern Pakistan that was the site of marginalisation, division, or just versy regarding it in the last 18 the government’s decision to patients,” he said. “A few “I think our hospitals, our anti-Christian violence in 2011. more anarchy?” the bishop said. months.” stop those payments. months ago, the government medical staff, and those who Six people were wounded in “It is clear that without inten- The bishop said while it was He spoke about some of the here implemented a review of care for the sick and the dying the latest incident; calm was tional, pragmatic and proactive ‘good to have care of the dying other issues with the programme. the Liverpool Care Pathway, do an absolutely magnificent restored following police inter- leadership by the state, and the conducted in this way in our “One of my other concerns and I think this is one of the job,” he said. “And I am very vention. “The spark that ignited effective law enforcement by its hospitals’ he still had reserva- has been that sometimes rela- concerns that they seem to keen that we concentrate partic- the violence was a dispute security forces, that this pattern tions about some aspects of the tives of terminally ill patients acknowledge and seem to be ularly in our bidding prayers at between young Muslims and of increasing violence and law- programme. In particular, he haven’t been fully involved in involved in.” Mass, the intercessions, that we Christians which degenerated into lessness is the only possible was concerned about the gov- the decision making process Bishop Egan (above) also frequently pray for the sick and a fight,” Samson Salamat, direc- outcome.” ernment offering financial and the care, the medical care spoke about how the determi- for those who care for them.” Friday April 12 2013 SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER THE SCO SUPPORTS THE YEAR OF FAITH VATICAN NEWS 9

Pope Francis appeals for aid for Argentinian flood victims POPE Francis has appealed that at least 48 people died in for ‘civil and ecclesiastical the university city of La Plata, ‘Do not be afraid to be Christians’ institutions, as well as peo- 37 miles south of Buenos Aires, ple of good will,’ to provide a further eight in the capital and help to the victims of devas- its suburbs. Holy Father issues call for all Catholics to be witnesses to the faith in the Risen Christ tating flooding in Argentina More than 15 cm of rain fell that has left dozens dead. in Buenos Aires in a single By Stephen Reilly had a constant duty to witness the truth of all walks of life, with kindness and At least 56 people are night while La Plata was hit their Faith. respect,” he said. “Go out into its streets thought to have been killed, even harder, receiving 40 cm ‘WE MUST not be afraid to be Christian “Blessed are those who have not seen and proclaim Jesus Christ, our Saviour.” with tens of thousands more of rainfall in two hours. Flood and to live as Christians,’to have ‘more and have believed,” he said. “At all times left homeless (above) and with- waters reached two metres in courage to be witnesses to the faith in the and in all places blessed are those who, Ceremony out power after record amounts some places, forcing many peo- risen Christ’ and embrace God’s gift through the Word of God proclaimed in Later that day, Pope Francis completed his of rain fell in Buenos Aires and ple to seek refuge up trees or of peace, according to Pope Francis. the Church and witnessed by Christians installation as Pontiff at an emotional cer- nearby La Plata last week. on rooftops, and leaving cars “On this Sunday which concludes the believe that Jesus Christ is the incarnate emony in which he formally took posses- The Pope sent a telegram to submerged and motorists Octave of Easter, I renew to everyone the love of God, Mercy Incarnate. And that sion of Rome’s St John Lateran Basilica— his successor, Archbishop stranded. Easter greetings with the words of the goes for all of us.” the official seat of the city’s bishop. Mario Poli of Buenos Aires, Civil defence workers, police Risen Jesus: ‘Peace be with you!’” he told Pope Francis said that by proclaiming The Pope was driven around the square saying he was ‘deeply sad- and soldiers have been the 100,000 people in St Peter’s Square on our Love for God, we show His love for us. in front of the basilica in an open-topped car dened’ by the disaster, and that deployed to help with rescue Sunday. “It is not a greeting, or even a “We also must have more courage to (above) with a crowd of thousands chanting he was praying for victims and efforts, while around 2500 peo- simple wish: it is a gift, indeed, the pre- witness to faith in the Risen Christ!” he ‘Long live the Pope!’and one group holding their families. ple were staying in emergency cious gift that Christ gives to His disciples said. “Let us not be afraid to be Christian up a banner reading ‘We Love You!’ The Pope, wanting to express shelters in La Plata while they after passing through death and the under- and live as Christians! We must have the The leader of the world’s 1.2 billion his spiritual closeness ‘in a waited for waters to subside. world. He gifts peace, as He had prom- courage to go out and proclaim Christ the Catholics smiled and kissed children held concrete way,’ also sent Workers were waiting for the ised: ‘Peace I leave with you; my peace I Risen Lord, for He is our peace. Trusting up to him by members of his security detail, £40,000 to La Plata Archdio- arrival of equipment before give to you. Not as the world gives do I in the mercy of the Lord forever, because taking off his white skullcap because of the cese to assist victims of the service could be restored to the give it to you. This peace is the fruit of the He is waiting for us, He loves us.” strong wind. flooding, according to Arch- estimated 280,000 who remain victory of God over evil, it is the fruit of The Pope then addressed to the Neocat- Latin America’s first Pope spoke to and bishop Emil Paul Tscherrig, the without power. The Spanish forgiveness.’” echumenal communities of Rome, who on embraced one-by-one a long line of eld- Vatican nuncio to Argentina. Hospital in La Plata has been that day began a special mission on the erly and disabled people in wheelchairs in The Argentinian government forced to close after flood Truth and love streets of the city. emotional scenes that drew rounds of has declared three days of waters left it without power The Holy Father also said all Catholics “I invite all to bring the Good News to applause from the congregation. national mourning as a result of and destroyed diagnostic the catastrophe. It is thought equipment.

piazza, known for hosting free lar see of Belcastro. NEWS IN BRIEF rock concerts and political ral- Until his appointment, Fr Pope is a lies, has been renamed after Carballo was the Minister SALVATION CAN ONLY COME Blessed Pope John Paul II, with General of the Order of Friars spiritual THROUGH CHRIST, POPE SAYS Pope Francis attending the Minor, the 119th successor of SALVATION can only come unveiling ceremony on Sunday. St Francis of Assisi. leader of through Jesus Christ, not through The Holy Father helped He was elected to that posi- tarot readers and fortune tellers, unveil a plaque on a corner of tion on June 5, 2003 and re- the world, Pope Francis has said. Preaching the square near the church, elected for another six years on at morning Mass at the Domus naming that part of the piazza June 4, 2009. says UN Sanctae Marthae in Rome last after Blessed John Paul II. Friday, Pope Francis said: “In POPE EMPHASISED CONCERN leader order to solve their problems HOLY FATHER MAKES HIS FIRST FOR POOR AND LAITY’S ROLE many people resort to fortune CURIAL APPOINTMENT WHEN ARCHBISHOP of tellers and tarot cards. But only POPE Francis made his first Buenos Aires, Pope Francis After meeting with the Holy common goals and ideas,” the sec- ing this was ‘a powerful message Jesus saves, and we must bear appointment within the Roman emphasised a pastoral concern Father on Tuesday, Ban Ki- retary general, one of the first for the many goals shared by the witness to this! He is the only Curia last Saturday, choosing for the poor and the role of the moon said the United Nations world leaders to be received at an United Nations.’“It speaks loudly one. Mary always leads us to Franciscan Fr José Rodríguez laity, according to an Opus Dei and the Holy See share ‘com- audience by the new Holy Father, of his commitment to the poor, his Jesus, as She did at Cana when Carballo to help run the Vati- priest in the Argentine city who mon goals and ideas,’ such as added. acute sense of humility,his passion she said: ‘Do whatever He tells can’s Congregation for Conse- formerly directed the Vatican the Millennium Development “We discussed the need to and compassion to improve the you.’ Let us trust in the name of crated Religious. Information Service. Goals’ commitment to the advance social justice and acceler- human condition,” he said. Jesus, let us invoke the name of The Vatican announced on The Pope ‘always saw the poor ate work to meet the Millennium Mr Moon invited the Pope to Jesus, and let the Holy Spirit April 6 that Pope Francis had people who live in the slums The UN Secretary General Development Goals,” Mr Moon visit the United Nations. push us to say this prayer trusting appointed Fr Carballo to serve from a different point of view’ hailed Pope Francis as ‘a voice for said after the meeting. Astatement released by the Vat- in the name of Jesus it will do us as secretary of the Congrega- from promoters of liberation the voiceless’after their meeting. “Pope Francis is a man of peace ican said the men’s cordial con- all good.” tion for Institutes of Conse- theology, Fr Pedro Brunori “It is very important to meet a and purpose. He is a voice for the versations focused on issues of crated Life and Societies of said. “His interest wasn’t in spiritual leader of the world,” Mr voiceless.” mutual interest, in particular on ROMAN PIAZZA CORNER TO BE Apostolic Life, simultaneously resolving structural problems Moon (above right) said at his first The UN leader also commented situations of conflict and serious NAMED AFTER POPE JOHN PAUL II raising him to the level of arch- with the economy, but helping meeting with the Argentine Pope . on the Pope’s choice to name him- humanitarian emergencies, espe- A CORNER of a large Rome bishop and giving him the titu- these people,” he added. “The Holy See and the UN share self after St Francis of Assisi, say- cially Syria. 10 COMMENT THE SCO SUPPORTS THE YEAR OF FAITH SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER Friday April 12 2013 Remembering a magnificent mentor A great teacher can leave a lasting impression on pupils, their Faith, mental and spiritual development

today’s generation of teachers. an McCafferty was born in charges would abandon it and lose it That is not to infer that she was an 1920 in Milton of Campsie, the altogether. I believe though, that she unpredictable maverick who departed sister village of Lennoxtown. probably never stopped praying that, for from the school curriculum; the aca- HerN dream had always been to teach each of us, there would come a day demic achievements of many who but this was initially denied her. One when we would re-discover it. She told passed through her classes testified to of her older sisters was already study- us too that, though the Church would that. Looking back now it is clear that ing at university and, in the days encounter some terrible difficulties, the her own instincts and sound judge- before grants became available, the Faith would always prevail. Since I ment played an equal role in forming family could only afford the tuition departed primary school, few weeks her lessons. She had an abiding love fees for one of its members. She have passed when I haven’t thought of the arts and took every opportunity worked as an accounts clerk at the of her. afforded by the curriculum to encour- local paper mill before deciding to ful- Mercifully, she was spared the age all of us to paint, sing, write and fil her destiny by taking her teaching knowledge of the troubles that cur- play musical instruments. Every child degree in her late 30s. By this time she rently face our Church. But her words BY KEVIN McKENNA has been born with a gift and she was already a mother of five and her from long ago still resonate and I am believed that it was simply her job to daughters vividly recall her rising at strengthened by them. If she were help bring it to fruition. 4am to study before getting her chil- teaching today she would be a beacon NE of Scotland’s most She also recognised that some of dren out to school. Before completing for anyone bewildered by all that has glorious churchyards was her pupils may have started life two her teaching degree she would become happened to the Church in Scotland. bathed in sunlight when goals down as it were and were expe- pregnant with her sixth child. Nan is survived by four daughters Nan McCafferty was laid riencing social and family difficulties The Catholic communities in and a son. There are also ten grand- to rest there on a gor- that most of the rest of us had been Lennoxtown and Milton of Campsie children and ten great-grandchildren. geous morning in March. The gently spared. Having been born and brought are among the oldest in the west of As a tribute to her memory, Nan’s sloping terraces of Campsie Cemetery up in the community in which she Scotland and are built around an daughters have given me permission Oin Lennoxtown gather round the vil- taught, she had an intimate knowledge extended group of close-knit families. to re-print one of her poems. I won’t lage’s old High Church and the view of every family whose children had They all knew the value of having one presume to interpret it here, but I think from Nan’s graveside takes in the been entrusted to her care for 30-odd of their own teaching future genera- the words speak for themselves: sweep of her beloved Campsie Hills. hours a week. As such, she knew when tions of their children and so there was More fittingly perhaps it also lies in compassion and love was required. a bed-rock of support to help Nan Time goes by on leaden wing, the shadow of St Machan’s Primary She taught me for three years and I complete her studies. Since I said goodbye to you. School where she taught for almost 20 never saw her once use the tawse, that Nan McCafferty (above) was forced We did not know what fate would years and where I and countless oth- leather instrument of terror that was by health problems affecting her legs bring ers were blessed to have her as our commonplace in every school in Scot- ately bought the book and raced on to retire from teaching at 58, otherwise When we took flight on silver wing. teacher. No one else, other than my land until a decade or so after she ahead, noticing as we did so how many she would have continued into her One brief, sweet moment of our own, own parents, did more to nurture in me retired. Her daughter, Kathleen Mary, oaths and profanities were included in 70s. Yet she simply swapped one form Stolen perhaps, a love for our Catholic Faith and told me last week how proud her the dialogue. How would Mrs McCaf- of serving God for another by spend- Not ours to take; which sustains me even in this, my mother was that she had never had ferty handle these, we wondered? Nan ing most of the rest her life cleaning His to give; his to take. Church’s darkest hour. recourse to corporal punishment. “If I though, simply edited it on the run. and arranging the flowers in St This sacrifice, dear Lord I make, To describe Nan McCafferty as a can’t teach without using physical Thus, in her adaptation, police captain Machan’s Church. And when my eyes in heaven will good Catholic teacher does not even chastisement then I’ve failed,” her Brodie, the book’s hero, was turned What made her special though, in my open, begin to do justice to her range of gifts. mum had said. into a devout Catholic with a special eyes, was the way she communicated to And earthly trammels from me break, For, in an era mercifully free of ‘out- I remember too that, occasionally, devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. us her deep love for her Catholic Faith. The severed link no longer broken. comes’ and ‘indicators’ she was also a she would choose a contemporary Brodie’s library of expletives was sub- This was a gift that had been bestowed You will wait, my hand to take. social worker, artist and philosopher. novel and read it to us in a weekly seri- stituted by an assortment of more inno- upon her and she felt she had a duty to Fortunately for the generations of chil- alisation. One day in 1974 she treated cent exclamations such as ‘Sweet share it with her pupils. Nor was it an I Kevin McKenna is former deputy dren who encountered her she taught us to the delights of Jaws, the block- mother of Jesus’ or ‘Holy Mother of untested or sentimental and pious affec- editor of the Herald and former in an age when her talents were not buster by Peter Benchley which had God’ or ‘Jesus, Mary and Joseph’ and tation. She had seen each of her two executive editor of the Daily Mail in constrained by the politically-correct, been published earlier that year. A few in this way she nimbly negotiated her husbands die and, more recently, her Scotland. He is currently a columnist results-driven straitjacket that thwarts smart-alecs, including me, immedi- way through the adult language. son. She knew also that many of her for the Guardian

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“Glory be to God for dappled exercise in words. We have rea- convert.’ He is speaking in this me.’ He is not being mischievous. choices to make. It does mean that things, for skies of couple- son to be grateful. poem about the pseudo religious Jesus is inviting Peter to consider we are more likely to take our colour as a brinded cow; for His biographers portray him as overtones that the Feast of carefully how fragile faith can be. Faith for granted. There is a great rose moles all in stipple upon Fr Eddie a very complex individual. I don’t Christmas is forced to accommo- He is reminding Peter that not so gulf in the 21st century between trout that swim; fresh-firecoal doubt them. His poetry is proba- date. In his own way Eliot, him- long ago he was prepared to deny those who profess to be Catholic chestnut-falls; finches wings.” McGhee bly not as popular as it once was. self a deeply religious man, finds that he even knew Jesus. Peter’s and those who continue the prac- Fashions and tastes change, even himself at odds with those who reply is as vigorous as it is certain. tise of their Faith. We can easily These are amongst the most poetry. At the same time, he man- in literature. What seemed cutting feel obliged to nod in the direc- Peter responds with an unequivo- say ‘I am a Catholic!’ and proba- familiar of the lines written ages to capture the simplest of edge at the beginning of the 20th tion of organised religion and cal ‘yes!’ bly mean it. So often the reality of by Gerard Manley Hopkins. ideas in a complex rhythm, that century, may find itself taken for make a new ’faith discovery’ at What about you and me at this our lives says something different. As the 19th century spiralled both challenges and engages. He granted in the 21st. As society Christmas time or at the time of Easter time? Is our Faith strong or When Jesus asked Peter to towards its end and a new achieved a great deal in a rela- becomes increasingly secular, other religious festivals. He is is it fragile? Do we think about it affirm his faith He was remind- beginning, in a new century, tively short lifetime but still lived poems with a ‘God focus’ become inviting us, his readers, to direct at all or are we on automatic ing Peter that what we say with he was at the forefront in the with a sense of dissatisfaction increasingly irrelevant. This does ourselves towards the essentials pilot? Peter and his friends, the our lips needs to be translated development of modern poetry. with much of his work. not in any way diminish the influ- of faith at the core of our lives, disciples of Jesus had had to into action. This is the challenge However, lines that we per- In 1866 he decided to become ence that Hopkins had on the rather than investing ourselves make a very definite commit- of Easter for each of us. To be ceive as often brilliant, in our a Catholic and was received into development of 20th century from time to time in ‘religious’ ment. They had to chose, either to familiar with the story of the time, were a source of deep con- the Church. Two years later enter poetry. What constantly surprises moments. To that extent both he stay with the old tradition or, with Resurrection is one thing. To live cern for the poet in his own life- the Society of Jesus. This deci- me in his poetry is the sheer and Hopkins bring a sense of the Jesus, move forward to some- as if we believed that Christ is time. When he died in 1889 his sion allowed him to develop his energy of his words. It is hard not deeply spiritual to their writings. thing new and challenging, some- risen is something else. Our Faith words remained unpublished. His many talents academically and to to get caught up in their convinc- As we move through this thing which would have profound needs to be integrated in our poems were only published 20 develop his own spiritual growth ing dynamism. Confident in his Easter season and continue to be consequences in their lives. lives. What we believe needs to years after his death. They were on his personal journey of faith. new faith, he becomes increas- challenged by the Resurrection of At some point as an adult, Ger- become a statement about who edited and published by his Inevitably, his conversion and his ingly confident in his poetry. Jesus, the scriptures invite us to ard Manley Hopkins had a similar we are. We all know the theory. friend Robert Bridges in 1919, a own personal faith development TS Eliot, writing much later, discover our own personal faith in choice to make. It would have What about the reality? New life ray of light in a world that had influenced his poetry. Poetry after the Second World War, the Risen Lord. The importance of profound consequences for his is for living. been darkened by the Great War. became an expression of who he speaks in his poem, The Cultiva- this is highlighted in the Gospel life. Most of us who are Catholic That Hopkins was a consider- was as a person of faith, rather tion of Christmas Trees about this weekend. When Jesus asks were born Catholic. This does I E-mail: edwardmcghee@ able scholar is evident from his than something that he did as an what he calls ‘the piety of the Peter the question, ‘do you love not mean that we have not had btinternet.com Friday April 12 2013 SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER THE SCO SUPPORTS THE YEAR OF FAITH COMMENT 11

W IRE The ongoing struggle with secularity D IN

Fr Ronald An SCO Diary Rolheiser AS ONE of the most beloved Popes in recent memory, Blessed John Paul II is immortalised in many E LIVE in a highly ways, not least in the form secularised culture. of a giant white statue. Generally, this draws Workers are putting the one of three reactions finishing touches on what from Christians strug- builders say is the world’s gling to live out faith in this context. tallest statue of the late Pope First, a growing number of Christians John Paul II before its of all denominations see secularity more W unveiling in the Pontiff’s as an enemy of faith and the churches native Poland tomorrow. than as an ally. In their view, secularity The 45ft white fibreglass is a threat to religion and morality and figure will tower over the is, in the name of freedom and open- southern city of mindedness, slowly suffocating Chris- Czestochowa, home to tian freedom. For them, secularity Poland’s most important contains within itself a certain tyranny Catholic pilgrimage site, of relativism which can aptly be labelled Jasna Gora. ‘post-Christian’ and ‘a culture of death.’ Funded by a private A second group simply accommo- investor, the late Holy dates itself to the culture without a lot Father appears smiling and of critical reflection either way. They stretching his arms to adjust the faith to the culture and the the world. culture to the faith as suits their situa- tion. For them, faith becomes largely a GGGGGGGGGGGGGG cultural heritage, an ethos more than a religion, though this is not as much of a THE Catholic Diocese of blind sell-out as it first appears. Deeper Toledo in the US has gone struggles go on beneath, prompted not to court against a precious just by the soul’s perennial questions metals dealer alleging he but also by the Judeo-Christian genes refuses to return a chalice inside the DNA of both the culture and and ciborium stolen from the individual. So these individuals two area churches. selectively take values from both the The diocese claims that Judeo-Christian tradition and the secu- the Toledo Coin Exchange lar culture and blend them into a new purchased a gold ciborium marriage, seemingly without a lot of that had been stolen from religious anxiety. St Patrick’s Church in A third group has a more nuanced Toledo and a solid silver, approach: Persons such as Charles Tay- gold-plated chalice stolen lor, Louis Dupré, Kathleen Norris, and, from St Joseph’s Church in a generation earlier, Karl Rahner, see Maumee but refuses to secularity as a mixed bag, a culture of return them. both life and death, a culture that in Though the Catholic some ways is a progression in and a Church doesn’t have the purification of moral and religious val- best record in US court ues, even as it is losing ground morally cases, hopefully this time and religiously in other ways. Of major the legal system will ensure importance in this view is the idea that these valuable artifacts secular culture, secularity, is the child come home. of Judaism and Christianity. Judeo- Christianity, at least for the most part, GGGGGGGGGGGGGG gave birth to René Descartes, the prin- ciples of the Enlightenment, the French IT IS very disheartening to revolution, the Scottish revolution, the hear jewellery belonging to American revolution, and thus to the Moderator of the democracy, the separation of church Church of Scotland has and state, and the principle that so much gone missing from his undergirds secularity, namely, that we trolley at Edinburgh Airport. agree to organise public life on the prin- A unique gold ring and ciple of rational consensus rather than cross pendant, ceremonial on the basis of divine authority—allow- items that belong to the ing, of course, for divine authority to Church of Scotland, have influence rational consensus. disappeared without trace. In the interests of n this view, the opposite of secular- Secularists present a challenge to those of ecumenicism the SCO ity is not the church, but the Taliban ground that has been gained. Both can of death. On one hand, I draw a lot of urges anyone with any or any view that holds that public be seen, for example, by looking a my life and joy from its creativity, us who call ourselves Christians but we need not view secularism itself as the enemy information to contact life should be governed by divine colour, exuberance, and generative I highly secularised culture like the Police Scotland on 101 or authority irrespective of rational con- Netherlands: On one hand, it is very energy, often times against my own Ger- through Crimestoppers on sensus. Secularity then is more our weak in church attendance and in manic-propensity for greyness and ace- 0800 555 111. child than our enemy. However, if that explicit Christian practice. Along with dia. I am also uplifted on a regular basis bility, a growing addiction to pornogra- is true, then why is secularity often so this there is the tolerance and legalisa- by the real generosity and genuine good- phy, and an ever-growing trivialisation GGGGGGGGGGGGGG bitter and overly-critical in its attitude tion of abortion, drugs, prostitution, and ness that I find in most people I meet. and superficiality. As reality television towards the Christian churches? This pornography. On the other hand, they Importantly too, I reap its stunning ben- becomes more indicative of our culture, ONE of the more can seem like a contradiction, but secu- are a society that takes care of its poor efits—freedom, protection of my rights, I begin to despair more for its depth. interesting/idiotic press larity can be anti-Christian for the same better than any other society in the privacy, opportunity for education, won- As an adult child of René Descartes, releases to have been sent reason that adolescents can be bitter and world and one that is recognised for its derful medical care, information tech- I breathe in secularity, a very mixed air, to the SCO this week is one overly-critical towards their own par- emphasis on generosity, peace, and the nology, access to information, wide pure and polluted; and I find myself promoting The Fourtold– ents, namely, adolescence is often equality of women. These are not minor cultural and recreational opportunities, torn between hope and fear, comfort- The Prophecies Fulfilled by immature and grandiose. But an imma- religious and moral achievements. clean water, plentiful food, and, not able but uneasy, defending secularity John Lennon, Muhammad ture, grandiose adolescent isn’t a bad least, the freedom to practise my Faith even as I am critical of it. Ali, Timothy Leary and person, just an unfinished one. here do I stand? Mostly with and religion. Charles Manson. Written by Viewing secularity from this per- this third group and its belief On the negative side, I recognise too I Ronald Rolheiser, a Catholic priest and member of the Missionary Oblates Paul Andrew, The Fourtold spective, it is equally important to high- that secularity is not our its elements of death: The tolerance of is no doubt available from light both the moral and religious enemy but our child and that it carries abortion, the marginalisation of the of Mary Immaculate, is president of W the Oblate School of Theology in San all good Hogwash ground that has been lost in secularity inside itself both highly generative poor, the itch for euthanasia, lingering merchants now. as well as the moral and religious streams of life and asphyxiating rivulets racism, widespread sexual irresponsi- Antonio, Texas 12 FRÉDÉRIC OZANAM THE SCO SUPPORTS THE YEAR OF FAITH SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER Friday April 12 2013 Friday April 12 2013 SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER THE SCO SUPPORTS THE YEAR OF FAITH FRÉDÉRIC OZANAM 13

WHAT IS YOUR CHURCH DOING NOW? This month marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of the Society of St Vincent de Paul founder Frédéric Ozanam, whose bid to serve the poor is as relevant today as it was in the early 1800s, writes IAN DUNN Spirit of Frédéric Ozanam continues to inspire SSVP today EVEN as members of the Society of economic crisis,” he said. “Though as HAPTERS of the Society of St Vin- In Ozanam’s view, while there is a clear dis- for those in need, Ozanam spontaneously Inspired by St Vincent de Paul’s work with the poor imminent, and it threatens to be terrible—on one St Vincent De Paul celebrate 200 years the times have changed we need to as cent de Paul can be found in nearly tinction between the realms of church and state, responded: “Let us go to the poor.” (above left), Frédéric Ozanam (above right) founded side the power of gold, on the other the power well. In the past, people would ask the the Society of St Vincent de Paul in Paris on April 23, since the birth of Blessed Frédéric every parish in Scotland and many he saw that lay Christians have a key role to play At one meeting, during a heated debate in 1833 to do the same with the underprivileged there. of despair. It is between these two opposing Ozanam, they are finding new ways in priest for help and they would refer throughout the world, helping those in progressing democracy. If the secular state which Ozanam and his friends were trying to Since then the society (above centre) has grown armies that we must precipitate ourselves.” which his life and message remain them to us. Now it is different, that’s most in need. So established is the lay should be expected to provide justice, it cannot prove from historical evidence alone the truth of throughout the world and helped a plethora of people relevant to Catholics today. much less common. Even for people Catholic group, that it is easy to forget they have of itself provide the healing power of love. Thus the Catholic Church as the one founded by Papal tribute Micheal Balfour, the president of who are within the Church, there is a a remarkable birthplace, Paris in the early 19th free markets must be tempered by ensuring jus- Christ, their adversaries declared that, though at The last word should go to Blessed John Paul II SSVP Scotland, told the SCO that he is reluctance to ask for help.” Ccentury, a hotbed of politics, revolt and violence. tice for all, and welfare reform must be comple- one time the Church was a source of good, it no rary understanding of justice. It was not charity in who spoke movingly about Ozanam’s legacy in constantly amazed by how relevant the In response, different SSVP confer- The SSVP was founded by Blessed Frédéric mented by charity. longer was. One voice issued the challenge: the sense of giving to people out of abundance Paris in 1997 when the late Holy Father Beati- teachings of Ozanam from the early ences around the country are finding Ozanam, a servant of the poor and a remarkable When the French Revolution broke out in “What is your Church doing now? What is She what they have no right to. Rather it seemed to be fied the SSVP founder at Notre Dame Cathedral 19th century remain. new ways of helping others. man who left an indelible legacy, by forming the 1848, Ozanam served briefly and reluctantly in doing for the poor of Paris? Show us your works the sharing of what belongs to the poor by right. on August 22 during the World Youth Day “With all the talk of the New Evangeli- “We do need to do things like co- society when he was just 20 years old. the National Guard. This was followed by a short and we will believe you!” That work for the poor would dominate the celebrations. sation and empowering lay people, I can’t operate with other organisations with This month, the 200th anniversary of his birth, and stormy effort at publishing a liberal Catholic In response, one of Ozanam’s companions, rest of his life, though he never forgot his back- “Today, the Church confirms the kind of help but feel he was way ahead of his local authorities more than in the past,” is a fitting time to remember this great man and journal called The New Era aimed at securing Auguste de Letaillandier, suggested some effort ground in academia and devoted much time to Christian life which Ozanam chose, as well as time,” Mr Balflour said. “He pioneered he said. “Trying to be sensible about the important work he began. His desire to help justice for the poor and working classes. This in favour of the poor. “Yes,” Ozanam agreed. consider the troubles of the day. the path which he undertook,” Pope John Paul II Catholic thinking on what he called com- what we do with limited resources.” the poor arose out of not only his profound Faith evoked the ire of conservative Catholics and the “Let us go to the poor!” In 1838, he wrote to an artist friend travelling said. “She tells him: Frédéric, your path has truly passionate justice, an obvious forerunner there was a great deal of anti-religious One example he cites of how the but also from his intensive academic work. consternation of some of Ozanam’s friends for In 1850, speaking to a conference in Florence, to Italy that the answer was Christ. been the path of holiness. More than 100 years of the Justice and Peace movement.” feeling, anti-Catholicism but that just society can help people refers to the seeming to side with the Church’s enemies. In its Frédéric recalled that beginning. “The question which divides men in our day is have passed and this is the opportune moment to Mr Balfour said Ozanam’s thinking inspired him,” Mr Balfour added. “For current welfare reforms. Ozanam’s background pages, he advocated that Catholics play their part “Those reproaches were justified and we cer- no longer a question of political forms, it is a rediscover that path. It is necessary that all these combined tradition with innovation. him charity was a means to an end, he “People, especially elderly, may not Aprofessor of commercial law and then European in the evolution of a democratic state. tainly deserved them,” he said. “We therefore said social question—that of deciding whether the young people, nearly your own age, who have “He was a very loyal Catholic, but sought spiritual elevation above all else.” be aware of exactly how they will affected literature, Frédéric Ozanam, born April 23, 1813, to ourselves: Well then, let us set to work! Let our spirit of egotism or the spirit of sacrifice is to gathered together in such numbers here in Paris innovative in other ways,” he said. “He For Mr Balfour (above), the connec- but we can tell them and help them through had great insight into tax, welfare, democracy, SSVP origins actions be in tune with our Faith. But what can we carry the day; whether society is to be a huge from all the countries of Europe and the world, was very aware of the need to focus on tions between Ozanam’s time and the the paperwork,” he said. “It is a small republicanism, socialism, church and state, civili- As a 20-year-old student, Ozanam and a few do to be truly Catholic? Let us help our neighbour, traffic for the benefit of the strongest, or the con- should recognise that this path is also theirs. others, to focus on the poor rather than modern day are overwhelming, “All the thing that can make a big difference.” sation, the secular and the religious, and the time- friends started the Society of St Vincent de Paul just as Jesus Christ used to do, and let us place secration of each for the benefit of all, and above They must understand that, if they want solely matters of spirituality, he thought things he focused on, are a key part of One thing is certain, the SSVP is less ideals of truth, beauty and the good. He was (SSVP) in Paris on April 23, 1833. It was a time our Faith under the protection of charity. ” all for the protection of the weak,” he reflected. to be authentic Christians, they must take the it was very important to work on serv- the Church of today.” needed now as much as ever. also a journalist and a political activist, standing for when the Catholic Church in France was the “There are many who already have too much, same road.” ing the whole person.” That spirit continues to inspire the “We definitely have seen more need election to the FrenchAssembly.Above all, he was object of bitter hostility following the French Social justice and who wish to possess still more; there are a Mr Balfour also believes that Ozanam’s SSVP to do good work in parishes all over the past five years,” he said. “Peo- a husband and father, committed to love as the Revolutions of 1789 and 1830. The ‘charity’ Ozanam spoke of, which he and his greater number who have not enough, and who I http://www.ssvpscotland.com Faith very much informed his work. over the country. ple are struggling and they really need highest of all ideals. At the age of 28 he married When challenged in the Conference of History followers practised and that continues today, want to seize it if it is not given to them. “Of course he lived during a time when “We are grappling with the current our help.” Amélie Soulacroix, by whom he had a daughter. to identify what he and his friends were doing would seem to embrace a Biblical and contempo- Between these two classes of men a struggle is I [email protected] 12 FRÉDÉRIC OZANAM THE SCO SUPPORTS THE YEAR OF FAITH SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER Friday April 12 2013 Friday April 12 2013 SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER THE SCO SUPPORTS THE YEAR OF FAITH FRÉDÉRIC OZANAM 13

WHAT IS YOUR CHURCH DOING NOW? This month marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of the Society of St Vincent de Paul founder Frédéric Ozanam, whose bid to serve the poor is as relevant today as it was in the early 1800s, writes IAN DUNN Spirit of Frédéric Ozanam continues to inspire SSVP today EVEN as members of the Society of economic crisis,” he said. “Though as HAPTERS of the Society of St Vin- In Ozanam’s view, while there is a clear dis- for those in need, Ozanam spontaneously Inspired by St Vincent de Paul’s work with the poor imminent, and it threatens to be terrible—on one St Vincent De Paul celebrate 200 years the times have changed we need to as cent de Paul can be found in nearly tinction between the realms of church and state, responded: “Let us go to the poor.” (above left), Frédéric Ozanam (above right) founded side the power of gold, on the other the power well. In the past, people would ask the the Society of St Vincent de Paul in Paris on April 23, since the birth of Blessed Frédéric every parish in Scotland and many he saw that lay Christians have a key role to play At one meeting, during a heated debate in 1833 to do the same with the underprivileged there. of despair. It is between these two opposing Ozanam, they are finding new ways in priest for help and they would refer throughout the world, helping those in progressing democracy. If the secular state which Ozanam and his friends were trying to Since then the society (above centre) has grown armies that we must precipitate ourselves.” which his life and message remain them to us. Now it is different, that’s most in need. So established is the lay should be expected to provide justice, it cannot prove from historical evidence alone the truth of throughout the world and helped a plethora of people relevant to Catholics today. much less common. Even for people Catholic group, that it is easy to forget they have of itself provide the healing power of love. Thus the Catholic Church as the one founded by Papal tribute Micheal Balfour, the president of who are within the Church, there is a a remarkable birthplace, Paris in the early 19th free markets must be tempered by ensuring jus- Christ, their adversaries declared that, though at The last word should go to Blessed John Paul II SSVP Scotland, told the SCO that he is reluctance to ask for help.” Ccentury, a hotbed of politics, revolt and violence. tice for all, and welfare reform must be comple- one time the Church was a source of good, it no rary understanding of justice. It was not charity in who spoke movingly about Ozanam’s legacy in constantly amazed by how relevant the In response, different SSVP confer- The SSVP was founded by Blessed Frédéric mented by charity. longer was. One voice issued the challenge: the sense of giving to people out of abundance Paris in 1997 when the late Holy Father Beati- teachings of Ozanam from the early ences around the country are finding Ozanam, a servant of the poor and a remarkable When the French Revolution broke out in “What is your Church doing now? What is She what they have no right to. Rather it seemed to be fied the SSVP founder at Notre Dame Cathedral 19th century remain. new ways of helping others. man who left an indelible legacy, by forming the 1848, Ozanam served briefly and reluctantly in doing for the poor of Paris? Show us your works the sharing of what belongs to the poor by right. on August 22 during the World Youth Day “With all the talk of the New Evangeli- “We do need to do things like co- society when he was just 20 years old. the National Guard. This was followed by a short and we will believe you!” That work for the poor would dominate the celebrations. sation and empowering lay people, I can’t operate with other organisations with This month, the 200th anniversary of his birth, and stormy effort at publishing a liberal Catholic In response, one of Ozanam’s companions, rest of his life, though he never forgot his back- “Today, the Church confirms the kind of help but feel he was way ahead of his local authorities more than in the past,” is a fitting time to remember this great man and journal called The New Era aimed at securing Auguste de Letaillandier, suggested some effort ground in academia and devoted much time to Christian life which Ozanam chose, as well as time,” Mr Balflour said. “He pioneered he said. “Trying to be sensible about the important work he began. His desire to help justice for the poor and working classes. This in favour of the poor. “Yes,” Ozanam agreed. consider the troubles of the day. the path which he undertook,” Pope John Paul II Catholic thinking on what he called com- what we do with limited resources.” the poor arose out of not only his profound Faith evoked the ire of conservative Catholics and the “Let us go to the poor!” In 1838, he wrote to an artist friend travelling said. “She tells him: Frédéric, your path has truly passionate justice, an obvious forerunner there was a great deal of anti-religious One example he cites of how the but also from his intensive academic work. consternation of some of Ozanam’s friends for In 1850, speaking to a conference in Florence, to Italy that the answer was Christ. been the path of holiness. More than 100 years of the Justice and Peace movement.” feeling, anti-Catholicism but that just society can help people refers to the seeming to side with the Church’s enemies. In its Frédéric recalled that beginning. “The question which divides men in our day is have passed and this is the opportune moment to Mr Balfour said Ozanam’s thinking inspired him,” Mr Balfour added. “For current welfare reforms. Ozanam’s background pages, he advocated that Catholics play their part “Those reproaches were justified and we cer- no longer a question of political forms, it is a rediscover that path. It is necessary that all these combined tradition with innovation. him charity was a means to an end, he “People, especially elderly, may not Aprofessor of commercial law and then European in the evolution of a democratic state. tainly deserved them,” he said. “We therefore said social question—that of deciding whether the young people, nearly your own age, who have “He was a very loyal Catholic, but sought spiritual elevation above all else.” be aware of exactly how they will affected literature, Frédéric Ozanam, born April 23, 1813, to ourselves: Well then, let us set to work! Let our spirit of egotism or the spirit of sacrifice is to gathered together in such numbers here in Paris innovative in other ways,” he said. “He For Mr Balfour (above), the connec- but we can tell them and help them through had great insight into tax, welfare, democracy, SSVP origins actions be in tune with our Faith. But what can we carry the day; whether society is to be a huge from all the countries of Europe and the world, was very aware of the need to focus on tions between Ozanam’s time and the the paperwork,” he said. “It is a small republicanism, socialism, church and state, civili- As a 20-year-old student, Ozanam and a few do to be truly Catholic? Let us help our neighbour, traffic for the benefit of the strongest, or the con- should recognise that this path is also theirs. others, to focus on the poor rather than modern day are overwhelming, “All the thing that can make a big difference.” sation, the secular and the religious, and the time- friends started the Society of St Vincent de Paul just as Jesus Christ used to do, and let us place secration of each for the benefit of all, and above They must understand that, if they want solely matters of spirituality, he thought things he focused on, are a key part of One thing is certain, the SSVP is less ideals of truth, beauty and the good. He was (SSVP) in Paris on April 23, 1833. It was a time our Faith under the protection of charity. ” all for the protection of the weak,” he reflected. to be authentic Christians, they must take the it was very important to work on serv- the Church of today.” needed now as much as ever. also a journalist and a political activist, standing for when the Catholic Church in France was the “There are many who already have too much, same road.” ing the whole person.” That spirit continues to inspire the “We definitely have seen more need election to the FrenchAssembly.Above all, he was object of bitter hostility following the French Social justice and who wish to possess still more; there are a Mr Balfour also believes that Ozanam’s SSVP to do good work in parishes all over the past five years,” he said. “Peo- a husband and father, committed to love as the Revolutions of 1789 and 1830. The ‘charity’ Ozanam spoke of, which he and his greater number who have not enough, and who I http://www.ssvpscotland.com Faith very much informed his work. over the country. ple are struggling and they really need highest of all ideals. At the age of 28 he married When challenged in the Conference of History followers practised and that continues today, want to seize it if it is not given to them. “Of course he lived during a time when “We are grappling with the current our help.” Amélie Soulacroix, by whom he had a daughter. to identify what he and his friends were doing would seem to embrace a Biblical and contempo- Between these two classes of men a struggle is I [email protected] 14 LETTERS THE SCO SUPPORTS THE YEAR OF FAITH SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER Friday April 12 2013

PICTURE Each year, during Lent, the children preparing for their First Holy OF THE Communion from St Bride’s parish in Cambuslang have the privilege of hosting the BIG Breakfast in aid WEEK of SCIAF, according to Siobhan Patterson of the Children’s Liturgy group. SUPPORT YOUR NATIONAL CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER “As a parish we are so proud of Founded on April 18 1885 each and every one of them and so they should be pleased with themselves as they raised an HE HOLY Father has assured victims of cler- incredible £711.08,” she said. ical abuse that they are present in a particular “The children have come to way in his prayers for those who are suffer- learn through their Faith the ing. Coupled with his call for the Church to importance of helping others and each year we are inspired by the act decisively with regard to cases of sexual enthusiasm, determination and abuse by promoting measures for the protection of focus of our young fundraisers. minors; in offering assistance to those who have suffered They are a good example and a abuseT and in carrying out due proceedings against the credit to our parish. guilty, Pope Francis has set a firm line early in his Papacy “We wish them every blessing on an issue that has blighted the Church globally in recent as they continue to prepare for years. their First Holy Communion.” While many, rightly or wrongly, predict Pope Francis will be a ‘great reformer,’on the issue of abuse by clergy he is continuing along the lines set by his predecessor, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. Pope Francis sees that anything Thank you to personal relationship with the less than zero tolerance and immediate action on clerical our priests Lord lest we become like those abuse would be far from ‘for the good of the Church.’ I WOULD like to express on who worship God with their However, while society focuses so intently on prob- behalf of the people who lips only whilst their hearts are lems and challenges facing the Church—such as abuse came out to evening Mass in far from Him (Is 29:13). And overseas and recent misconduct reports domestically— it St Patrick’s in Greenock Letters let us each pray daily for Pope is all too easy to miss the ‘good news.’Yet, as Niall O during Lent this year, a very SCO, 19 Waterloo Street, Glasgow G2 6BT Francis, that guided by the Coinleáin, president of the Edinburgh Catholic Student special thanks to the [email protected] Holy Spirit he will have the Union, tells SCO readers this week in Faith in Action so following: strength and courage to root out much good is being done through Catholic Faith, and in To Fr John Morrison, parish that which is evil and help particular Faith among young Catholics. priest of St Patrick’s, for restore integrity, honour and Columnist Kevin McKenna takes this a stage further making the decision to go faithful service to the Church. integrity of the man who fills respect wherever infighting and this week when he focuses on his recently departed with an evening Mass to allow By his own admission he has the fisherman’s non-red shoes. pernicious ambition has been teacher Nan McCafferty, and on how her Faith impacted those who could not make any sinned, but has confessed and Many in fact recognise that in allowed to flourish. But he on everything she did, touching the lives of those in her of the morning Masses, repented of his sin. If God has choosing this name, the new cannot do this alone, so let us charge long after they had grown up. especially those who are forgiven the cardinal then who Pope signalled his intention to also pray that he will be On a wider scale, there are many shining examples of working. This was a are we to condemn him? Let’s be faithful to Christ’s injunction surrounded by trustworthy the good work of the Church and its members throughout tremendous accommodation. follow the teachings of Jesus to St Francis to ‘rebuild my associates who put the glory of history and in the modern world. This month marks the A very big special thanks to and show mercy by praying church.’ Surely our beleaguered God before the praise of men. 200th anniversary of the birth of the Society of St Vincent the following clergy who for this ‘prodigal son.’ Church is in greater need than Margaret Duncan de Paul founder Frédéric Ozanam, whose bid to serve the really did make it possible, and M Docherty ever to be rebuilt—not ABOYNE poor remains with us, and relevant, today. However, without their help, it may well HAMILTON demolished, but rebuilt on the many others remain unsung heroes: the Catholic charity have been a struggle this year: solid foundations laid by Jesus Make our Church the worker; the widow raising her young family Bishop Emeritus John Fr McAuley is right Himself? What does Mr Warner body of Christ again Pope Francis is praying for those who are suffering, so must we alone in the Faith, the Church organist, Mone; Mgr Gerry Gallacher, about compassion mean by continuity? Continuity I AM deeply concerned about passkeeper and cleaner; the community vicar general, St Ninian’s, IT WAS with mounting of the culture of cover-ups and the Church statement released volunteer... Just as these people are not Gourock; Mgr Charlie irritation and indignation that lies which have plagued the on the issue of child faceless, nor are the clergy and reli- Cavanagh, St Joseph’s, one observed sensational Vatican for too long now? protection that followed gious who work tirelessly to keep the Greenock; Canon Des Berry, headlines by tabloids and the With regard to Liturgy, if he revelantions in newspapers by Church and the Faith alive for us all St Patrick’s and St Joseph’s, so-called Scottish broadsheets really believes that restoring the Mr Alan Draper about work no matter the shadows and clouds Wemyss Bay; Canon Peter as events unfolded. “To turn a Tridentine Mass is the answer done by him, while working that hang over us. McGarry, St Andrew’s, sad episode in the life of our to dwindling numbers in our for the Catholic Church in A recent letter in the SCO called Greenock and, last but not Church in Scotland into a parishes and more worryingly, Scotland. on the lay Faithful to pray for the least: Fr McNelis, St tremendous occasion of in our seminaries, then I fear he The statement from ‘the shepherds, for, if we sometimes Laurence’s, Greenock. blessing” by Fr Joe McAuley is deluded. Both Pope John Church in Scotland’ claims struggle, so must they. The SCO We feel very privileged to is indeed what is reasonable Paul II and Pope Emeritus that ‘lessons have been therefore asks Catholics—parishes have such a wealth of great here. Fr McAuley gave a Benedict XVI emphasised that learned.’ They clearly have and groups, schools and individu- clergy in Inverclyde that pull stimulating and measured our Faith must firstly be rooted not when the statement fails als—to take part in a prayer campaign together like they have done insight into relevant Gospel in a relationship with Jesus to address the 20 or so for priests and the Church during the this year and, if I am not passages for all devout Christ and Fr Peter Hocken uninvestigated cases remainder of the Year of Faith using mistaken, we enjoyed the Catholics to follow with wisely said that whilst [mentioned]. this prayer from Cardinal John O’Con- same privilege last year. compassion. Catholics are sacramentalised, We are at a real crossroads in Opinion nor (for priests), the Rosary and any It has been a tough Lent, with Donald J McCormick sadly we are often not Scotland. Our Church is being other suitable material. all the media attention that we GLASGOW evangelised. destroyed [by lack of action] are getting at the moment, but Have we in the past placed so and the ordinary Catholic Lord Jesus, also a very memorable Lent, Why do we squabble much emphasis on Liturgy that knows not what to expect every we your people pray to You for our priests. You have with our new Pope Francis on rubrics? instead of being a means to time we awake to a new day given them to us for OUR needs. We pray for them in coming into our lives. I WAS very disappointed in enable us to worship God ‘in and another newspaper article. THEIR needs. The opportunity to get to Gerald Warner’s comments on spirit and in truth’ (John We absolutely must address We know that You have made them priests in the like- evening Mass this year was Pope Francis (SCO March 4:23-24), it became an idol any abuse and admit to the ness of your own priesthood. You have consecrated enjoyed by parishioners from 29). I happily agree with him in itself? wrongdoing... We can never them, set them aside, anointed them, filled them with various churches around that any ‘revolutionaries’ or It saddens me that consider our Church as the the Holy Spirit, appointed them to teach, to preach, to Inverclyde and this is always others who are in direct surrounded as we are by lost Body of Christ until we turn it minister, to console, to forgive, and to feed us with Your a very welcome situation. I conflict with the Church’s souls in need of Jesus; we still upside down and empty out the Body and Blood. hope that the above clergy felt teachings are probably squabble like children over shameful secrets there. And if Yet we know, too, that they are one with us and share it was justified with the ‘gravely deluded’ if they think rituals and rubrics instead of leaders will not take that step our human weaknesses. We know too that they are numbers that attended each Pope Francis will overturn sharing the Good News with then many ordinary Catholics tempted to sin and discouragement as are we, needing evening, we all greatly orthodox teachings. However those who need to hear it. Let [may] abandon the Church to be ministered to, as do we, to be consoled and for- appreciated seeing all the his statement that choosing us in this Year of Faith pray that altogether, so might many good given, as do we. Indeed, we thank You for choosing other parish priests. A joy to the name Francis was the Lord will take away our priests who are tarnished by them from among us, so that they understand us as we have them celebrating Mass. ‘possibly ill-judged’ is an hearts of stone (Ezek 36:25-27) association. understand them, suffer with us and rejoice with us, Patrick Quigg insult to the intelligence and and help us to seek a deeper At a time when all faiths are worry with us and trust with us, share our beings, our GREENOCK under attack from secularism it lives, our faith. G SCO reserves the right to edit letters to conform with space or is the leaders of our Church in We ask that You give them this day the gift You gave We must pray for the style requirements Scotland [by inaction] who are Your chosen ones on the way to Emmaus: Your pres- prodigal son G This page is used solely for reader opinion and therefore views ensuring secularism, daily, ence in their hearts, Your holiness in their souls, Your I AGREE wholeheartedly expressed are not necessarily shared by SCO increases its arsenal of joy in their spirits. And let them see You face to face in with the article in the March G If you would like to share your opinion, send your ammunition. I pray that Pope the breaking of the Eucharistic bread. 22 Scottish Catholic Observer correspondence to the above address Francis will order [change in] We pray to You, O Lord, through Mary the mother of written by Fr Joe McAuley. G Whether you use e-mail or post, you must provide your full name, the Church in Scotland. all priests, for Your priests and for ours. Cardinal Keith Patrick address, and phone number or your letter will not be used Jo Greenhorn Amen. O’Brien has given 50 years of SUPPLIED Friday April 12 2013 SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER THE SCO SUPPORTS THE YEAR OF FAITH FAITH IN CULTURE 15 Singer relies on strength beyond himself The SCO’S debut FAITH IN CULTURE column looks at the evolving, emerging spiritual side of the singer David Bowie

The most obvious Christian song was Word On A Wing, which he described as a hymn.

fter starring in The Man Who Fell To Earth, Bowie suffered a breakdown, in reference By Richard to the piece, he said: “It was the first time Purden I’dA really seriously thought about Christ and God in any depth and (it) was a protection,” ever since Bowie has continued to wear a silver crucifix. FTER a decade of near obscurity His recital of the Our Father at Wembley (1992) David Bowie has returned with The on live television; remains a memorable moment, Next Day. Despite ill health, compet- which surprised even himself. During the requiem ing with his own musical legacy and for Freddie Mercury, Bowie’s prayer was for a fears about the future in a post 9/11 friend dying with an AIDS-related illness. Along- New York, Bowie inhabits the apocalyptic future side Bowie was guitarist Mick Ronson, the pair he once wrote about. had formed one of rock’s most celebrated partner- AA recent visit to his V & A exhibition in London ships during the Ziggy era, Ronson, too, was dying proved to be an assault on the senses, the young of liver cancer, it seemed mortality was all around. Davie Jones devoured ideas, philosophy, religion Religion was also the subject of Loving The Alien and literature which bled into era defining music. (1985), Bowie said: “What I was trying to do was A recent BBC showing of Alan Yentob’s famous set up some line of thought that surrounded the har- Cracked Actor (1975) documentary saw the singer mony between Islam and Christian peoples. Little purge himself of Ziggy Stardust. After a period of did I know that one day I’d marry a Muslim.” Sig- little success it was the Ziggy mask that allowed nificantly Bowie’s wedding with Iman for over 20 Bowie to become an alien rock star. Bowie sug- years has been a positive example from a couple in gested that while the character had secured fame the spotlight. The singer’s love and devotion for his there was a psychological price. He’s often been wife and daughter—and son from a previous mar- Gordius No 86 reluctant to talk about the creation that dominates riage—are well documented. Much of Bowie’s con- CROSSWORD the exhibition. Pre-Ziggy, Bowie considered cerns in later work such as Heathen continue to be becoming a Buddhist monk, later as a mime artist his own mortality, which he joked, was ‘all a bit he worked on a piece called The Mask, a theme Graham Greene,’ another figure that struggled being 123 4 5 6 7 ever present in his work. pigeonholed. Heathen also suggested a lack of faith Despite its age, Cracked Actor remains remark- in modern life. In 2002, he said of the album’s pro- ably relevant; with Yentob capturing a particularly tagonist: “He has no mental light. He destroys 89 insightful interview. The darkness hinted at seemed almost unwittingly. He cannot feel any of God’s to worsen in 1976 when Bowie was about to hit presence in his life. He is the 21st century man.” another peak as the Thin White Duke (above right). The Next Day once again has us wrestling with ideas. 10 11 12 Press around Station To Station revealed an interest What is clear, in Bowie’s darkest moments he has relied First entry out the hat next in the occult had turned into a drug-induced obses- on strength beyond himself, as he sang on Golden 13 14 TUESDAY will be the winner sion; one writer said Bowie was ‘torn between Years: “I believe oh Lord, I believe all the way.” cocaine, occultism and Christianity.’ The singer I Richard Purden is a freelance journalist, the Send your completed referred to a spiritual search suggesting his album 15 16 17 crossword entries—along with was referencing the Stations of the Cross, but the author of We are Celtic Supporters, an SCO title track was infused with other dangerous beliefs. feature writer and a married father of two 18 your full name address and daytime phone number—to 19 20 CROSSWORD CONTEST SCO 19 21 22 23 WATERLOO ST GLASGOW G2 SCO pages 6BT thr 24 25 ough the ages The winner’s name will be printed next week

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THE news story that caught the eye in ACROSS The Scottish Catholic Observer 25 1 Pixie (3) LAST WEEK’S years ago was that the Royal Scots 3 Wet recruits reassembled to find a tool (4-7) SOLUTION College in Spain was looking for a 8 Male goose (6) 9 Two drugs combined? How eccentric (8) ACROSS new home after spending the previous 1 Chapter and verse 217 years in Valladolid. 10 Dashes around one in derelict places (5) 6 Shah 10 Motel The decision was announced by the 11 Dawn (5) 11 Principal 12 Grenade bishops of Scotland, who said that they 50 years ago 13 Relating to the ebb and flow of the sea (5) 15 Rodeo 17 Girl felt the seminary would be better located 15 Hot Inca wandering in ancient city (7) 18 Room 19 Ebbed at Salamanca due to the fact that Sala- FIFTY years ago, the SCO reported on 16 Sweet-singing, high-flying bird (7) 21 Whatnot 23 Finch manca has a Pontifical University. Pope John XXIII’s call for negotiations 20 Stories (5) 24 Blur 25 Ills 26 Reads The bishops gave Fr Ian Murray, the to avoid nuclear war that could cause 21 More mature (5) 28 Trellis 33 Barcelona then rector of the college, the task of find- untold damage to the world. 23 Ponder some chicks (5) 35 Eels 36 Fertiliser 24 Good enough to work the virus out (8) ing a suitable replacement, either to pur- “It is unthinkable that, in the atomic age, DOWN chase outright or to rent in Salamanca. war could be used as an instrument of justice,” 25 Spiced sausage (6) 26 Smartly attired (4-7) 1 Camp 2 Afternoon However, the move could only take place the Pope said. “Existing stockpiles of 3 Talon 4 Rapid 5 Nail when the previous property had been sold. nuclear weapons should be reduced equally 27 Scrape out a living with half a shekel (3) 7 Hoped 8 Holy Orders “The move is based on academic and simultaneously by all concerned. Nuclear 9 Scarlet 13 Arch grounds,” the report said. “Salamanca’s war should be banned and general agreement DOWN 14 Egotist 16 Preferable Pontifical University can offer much greater reached on progressive disarmament and 1 In the Lodge, one is very keen (5,6) 20 Billiards 21 Whisper possibilities for the study of theology than effective control.” 2 What’s above the door will not make the supporter 22 Ooze 27 April Valladolid. The range of subjects on offer is The call formed part of a 22,000-word heavy (8) 29 React 30 Level very wide and students will be able to document which became known as the 3 Cries (5) 31 Love 32 Beer obtain better qualifications than they do at Pacem in terries—the first ever Papal 4 Leave out (7) present. In addition, Salamanca draws stu- encyclical to be devoted entirely to peace. 5 Manoeuvres a sailing-boat against the wind (5) dents not only from Spain but from abroad, “It deals with questions of cold war, and 6 Grow larger (6) Last week’s winner was: most notably from Latin America.” of civil wars permeated by exterior influ- 7 Drunkard (3) John Gowans, Kirkcaldy At the time, the college had 16 students ence and prays that the United Nations 12 System recommended by traffic planners, involving a studying to be priests. Once they had com- may become the effective guarantee of the coat ridden strangely (4,3,4) pleted their training they would be sent to rights of all human beings,” the report said. 13 Implicit in the break-up of the attic (5) dioceses throughout Scotland. STEPHEN EDWARDSON 14 Is partial to fibs about potassium (5) Scottish Catholic Observer: 17 Recommend diverting the Avoca, Ted (8) Scotland’s only national 18 Spectacles (7) Catholic weekly newspaper 19 Descriptive of a winding staircase (6) printed by Trinity Mirror, Oldham. 22 Spherical order of drinks (5) Registered at the Post Office the ages 23 Lacking in flavour (5) through as a newspaper. SCO pages 24 Make a solemn oath (3) 16 CHILDREN’S LITURGY THE SCO SUPPORTS THE YEAR OF FAITH SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER Friday April 12 2013

Our weekly series on Children’s Liturgy has lesson plans and activity suggestions for use with young people who are on the path to Christ Each week, Catechists will find readings and Psalm responses, complemented by prayer, reflection, FAITH discussion questions, and activities. Please feel free to use them as you wish The lessons are created by Adorer-theologians using the lens of the spirituality of St Maria de Mattias, which also embraces precious blood spirituality FIRST While this is the starting point for the lessons, readers are invited to approach them however the spirit moves you The Church is concerned with the availability and understanding of scripture for children who have their rightful place in the Church. In light of this SCO aims to provide a useful tool in drawing children closer to KIDS the Catholic Faith can snatch them out of my hand.” Jesus they felt defeat. When Paul and called Himself the ‘Good Shepherd.’ The Barnabas felt defeat, what voice did they Good Shepherd is like good parents. listen to? The voice of God, of course. Fourth Sunday of Easter Jesus is like your parents. That’s how God said: “I have placed you here as a much He cares for you. Imagine Jesus light… You are to take the word of God —First Reading holding your hand so that you don’t get to people everywhere.” lost. Listen to Jesus’ voice speaking to When you are afraid, when you feel We are now turning to the Gentiles. A reading from the you. What is Jesus saying to you? defeated, whose voice will you listen to? I Acts of the Apostles 13:43-44, 47-48. I imagine many of you have a pet at hope you can hear the voice of Jesus who home. Right? Does your pet know your loves you like a shepherd loves his sheep. After the Sabbath service, many Jews and a voice? Does your pet follow you? Do you Jesus will give you some good ideas on lot of Gentiles who worshipped God went protect your pet so that no one can snatch how to act. Jesus will hold you hand and with Paul and Barnabas. They begged the it out of your hand? This is how Jesus tell you that he will protect you. people to remain faithful to God, who had cares for you—the same way you care for Lastly, does being a sheep in Jesus’ been so kind to them. your pet. You are one of Jesus’ pets. He flock mean you will never be afraid? The next Sabbath almost everyone in town has many pets. That you will never be hurt? That life God provides for us. God gives us all will never be difficult? No. Does this came to hear the message about the Lord. we need. God cares for us, like parents mean that you will be totally safe from Paul and Barnabas told them: “The Lord has provide for their children. There is a all harm all the time? No. But it does given this command, ‘I have placed you prayer called the Providence of God mean that Jesus will help you through here as a light for the Gentiles. You are to Prayer. Let’s pray it now. Please repeat any hard times. take the saving power of God to people each phrase after me: Activity everywhere on earth.’” Providence of God G Let’s have a little procession/parade This message made the Gentiles glad and Reflection and Discussion Providence of the almighty and merciful now. We’ll each walk in a pair, holding they praised what they had heard about the WHEN you were a few years younger God hands, singing: “Jesus had a little lamb, Lord. Everyone who had been chosen for and were in an unfamiliar place, a big Providence that has provided little lamb, little lamb. Jesus had a little eternal life then put their faith in the Lord. place, like a shopping mall or a Still provides, lamb, its fleece was white as snow. The Word of the Lord fairground, what would make you feel And always will provide, “Everywhere that Jesus went, Jesus went, safe and protected? Hearing the voice of Provide also for us. Jesus went. Everywhere that Jesus went, one of your parents or holding the hand So I believe, the lamb was sure to go.” of one of your parents. So I hope In the very short Gospel reading So it shall always be. Prayer The Children’s Liturgy page is published one today, Jesus talks about His followers as Loving God, we trust in your peace when sheep. They did not feel safe; they were Now let us see if any of you heard and bad things happen. May we be filled with week in advance to allow RE teachers and those afraid. What did you hear Jesus say to remember the first reading we had the joy of your Holy Spirit as we follow taking the Children’s Liturgy at weekly Masses to them? “My sheep know my voice. They today. It was about Paul and Barnabas your son Jesus, our Good Shepherd. Amen. follow me. No one can snatch them out of who were announcing the Word of God. use, if they wish, this page as an accompaniment my hand.” That sounds like what your Sometimes people listened and Responsorial Psalm to their teaching materials parents might say to you. “My children sometimes they didn’t. Sometimes Paul 100:1-2, 3, 5. know my voice. They follow me. No once and Barnabas felt victory and sometimes (R) We are God’s people, the sheep of His flock. Shout praises to the Lord, everyone on this earth. Be joyful and sing as you come in to wor- ship the Lord! (R) We are God’s people, the sheep of His flock. You know the Lord is God! He created us and we belong to Him; we are His people, the sheep in His pasture. (R) We are God’s people, the sheep of His flock. The Lord is good! His love and faithfulness will last forever. (R) We are God’s people, the sheep of His flock. Alleluia John 10:14. (R) Alleluia, alleluia. I am the good shepherd, says the Lord; I know my sheep, and mine know me. (R) Alleluia, alleluia. Gospel I give my sheep eternal life. A reading from the Holy Gospel according to John 10:27-30. Jesus said to His disciples: “My sheep know my voice, and I know them. They follow me and I give them eternal life, so that they will never be lost. “No one can snatch them out of my hand. My Father gave them to me, and He is greater than all others. No one can snatch them from His hands, and I am one with the Father.” The Gospel of the Lord Friday April 12 2013 SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER THE SCO SUPPORTS THE YEAR OF FAITH CHURCH NOTICES 17 CHURCH&PUBLICNOTICES EXPERTSERVICES

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BIRTHDAY GREETING RELIGIOUS MEMORIAM BRADLEY (MARY) GALLAGHER MacKINNON In memory of a loving mum 4th Anniversary of Gerard, In loving memory of our dear and a wonderful nana. who died April 12, 2009. mother and grandmother, It’s been twelve years since With tender memories of Margaret MacKinnon you were here, Gerry, who brought so much (Peigeag Iagain Neill), who But we know you will always love and happiness into our died April 15, 1992, our dear be near, lives. father and grandfather, Our loss is Heaven’s gain. Forever in our thoughts and James (Ban) MacKinnon, Love from John, Karen, Sean, prayers. died November 10, 1994, David and Hayleigh. From his loving wife and also our dear brother, uncle family. and grand-uncle, Kenneth, BRADLEY died January 2008. 12th Anniversary CAMPBELL GIBNEY Fois shiorruidh thoir dhaibh a In loving memory of my dear To the dear and loving mem- In loving memory of our dear Thighearna. mum, Mary Bradley, who died ory of our beloved brother, mother, Veronica (née Agus solus nach dibir HAPPY BIRTHDAY BURKE and uncle, Angus (“Noo”), MRS CLARE DAWSON In loving memory of Rev- April, 17, 2001. Williamson), much loved wife dearrsadh orra. who died April 18, 2006. of the late Neil, dear mother, VIEWPARK DRIVE erend Father Anthony Burke, Everything I ever learned Gun robh am fois ann an sith. All came from one source, R.I.P. gran and great-gran, died Inserted by all the family. BURNSIDE late of St Philomena’s, died Who was that teacher? “Sadly missed in every way, April 17, 2007. WHO CELEBRATES HER April 14, 1993. TH You, my mum of course, Quietly remembered every So dearly loved. 109 BIRTHDAY THIS Our Lady of Lourdes, Saint Watching me through childhood, day.” So sadly missed. WEEKEND Pio and Saint Faustina of the TH Teaching me right from wrong, Fois shiorraidh thoir dha, a R.I.P. SUNDAY 14 APRIL Divine Mercy, pray for him. Filling me with happiness, Thighearna. LOVE FROM ALL THE In the shelter of Thy Sacred Making me belong. Inserted by his loving sisters, FAMILY Heart, Dear Jesus, may he rest. MacDONALD If I had one wish, Catriona and Katie Mary, and In loving memory of Bella And never another, our families, at home, Galbraith, Glen, Isle of Barra, VALLELY Benbecula and away. DEATH th I’d spend one hour, died Good Friday, April 13, 40 Anniversary With you my mother. 2001, Roderick, died May 21, In loving memory of Fr You can’t come back, COLLUMB 1980, and David McLeod, BARRETT Charles Vallely, first parish 11th Anniversary Suddenly at the RAH Paisley, I know that’s true, died February 18, 2004. priest of St Peter’s, But some day, mum, Remembering Molly, died Our Lady, Star of the Sea, on April 3, 2013, Peter James Bellsmyre, died April 16, 1973. April 12, 2002, wife of the late Barrett, beloved husband of I’ll come to you. pray for them. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for Night night, God bless. John, a dear mum and much Son Michael, Charlotte, McLAUGHLIN, Danny Eileen, devoted father of him. loved gran. 10th Anniversary Monica, Camilla and Jennifer, St Philomena, pray for her. Roddy and Kirsty Anne. Inserted by his nieces and Love and miss you mum. Sadly missed. To live in hearts you leave brother of Joseph, Patsy and nephews. Inserted by all the family, behind is not to die. the late Thérèse. Loving daughter Katrina and MacINNES Gus. Newarthill. Treasured memories of Colin, Sacred Heart of Jesus, have Fortified by the Rites of the MEMORIAM mercy on his soul. Holy Catholic Church. Nana, our guardian angel. dearly loved husband, father, Love Mary and Sofia. COSTELLO father-in-law and papa, who Our Lady of Knock, pray for May his gentle soul rest in BOYD, Ronnie Of your charity, please pray died on April 15, 2011. him. peace. 2nd Anniversary for the repose of the soul of From Betty, Family and In loving memory of my dear BRADLEY Sacred Heart of Jesus, grant Mary, may the Lord Bless James Costello, who died him eternal rest. Grandchildren. uncle, Ronnie, who passed April 5, 2001, and also his BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE away on April 15, 2011. thee and keep thee, may His Our Lady of the Isles, pray for dear wife, Irene, who died him. McNULTY Loved and remembered face shine upon thee. May you rest in peace. December 3, 1996. Loving wife Catriona, family 21st Anniversary CAMPBELL every day. Amen. St Francis Xavier, pray for and grandchildren, at home In loving memory of Michael Loving thoughts today and Our Lady, Star of the Sea, every day of Calum, whom Gus McMillan and family. them. and away. Robert, who was tragically pray for him. we lost so tragically on St Guido Maria Conforti, pray killed on April 16, 1992, aged Marion. January 11, 2005, and whose BUCHANAN for them. 24 years, dearly loved son of birthday occurs on April 13. 16th Anniversary Monica and the late John, Eternal rest grant unto him, O BOYD In loving memory of my FLYNN beloved brother of Monica 2nd Anniversary Lord. beloved husband, a dear 31st Anniversary and twin of the late Kevin, In loving memory of my dear Our Lady of the Isles, pray for father and father-in-law, In loving memory of my loved and loving boyfriend of brother, brother-in-law and him. Donald William, who died beloved husband, our dear Patricia, grandson of the late uncle, Ronnie, who died on Inserted by Catriona, Katie suddenly April 11, 1997. father and grandfather, Bert and Mona Dawson and April 15, 2011. Mary and families, R.I.P. Samuel, died April 18, 1982. the late John and Molly We have loved him in life, Benbecula. You fell asleep without goodbye, Sadly missed in every way, McNulty. Let us not forget him in death. But memories of you will Quietly remembered every St Bernadette, pray for him. Our Lady, Star of the Sea, never die, day. Mum and Monica. pray for him. No one knows the heartache, Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for From Effie, Michael and family. Of what your parting cost, him. MacISAAC McNULTY But God in all His glory, Inserted by his loving wife Treasured forever are the Fond and happy memories of BOYD Has gained what we have lost. and family. memories of my dear son, Michael Robert, much loved 2nd Anniversary of our dear Our Lady, Star of the Sea, and our brother, Michael nephew of Rosemary and the uncle and grand-uncle, Ronnie, pray for him. FRISKEY Eugene, who was acciden- late John and cousin of Caro- who died on April 15, 2011. Loving wife Chrissie, Michael, 12th Anniversary tally drowned on April 14, line, Christopher and Anne- Our Lady, Star of the Sea, Douglas and Anne. In loving memory of my dear 1986, aged 22 years. R.I.P. Marie, who died so suddenly please pray for him. husband, Hugh, who died Memories are treasures to on April 16, 1992. From Mary Catherine andAngus. CAMPBELL April 14, 2001. store in our heart, Remembering also all other Missing you always, forget- 5th Anniversary Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for To stay there forever when deceased numbers of the MORRISON ting you never. In loving memory of our dear him. loved ones depart, McNulty and Carr families. In loving memory of Johnny, From Michael Brendan and father, father-in-law and gen, Clare and family. Ours grow more precious with Aunt Rosemary and family. beloved husband of Mary, Seumas. Archie, died April 16, 2008. each passing year, devoted dad and granda, died R.I.P. A priceless remembrance of McNULTY December 10, 2010 and BRADLEY (MARY) Our hearts are full of memories, you, Michael dear. Please pray for our dear whose 70th birthday occurs In loving memory of my wife, With pride we speak your name, Our Lady of Knock, pray for nephew and cousin, Michael, on April 13. Mary, died April 17, 2001. Life goes on without you, dad, him. who died on April 16, 1992. St Faustina, pray for him. May the winds of Heaven But nothing’s quite the same. Sadly missed. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for Inserted by Mary and all the blow gently, Our Lady, Star of the Sea, Mum and family, home and him. family. And whisper for you to hear, pray for him. away. Uncle Jimmy and Gilly. That I still love and miss you, Inserted by his loving family, Place Your Intimation And wish you were here, Announcing, St Brendan Road. Remembering, Every day I think of you, We had a gen with a heart of Thanking Births, Marriages, I miss you more and more, gold, Deaths,Anniversaries Just wish you would come Who was more to us than walking, wealth untold, Through the door. Without farewell he fell asleep, St Philomena, pray for her. With only memories for us to

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MacNEIL MARTIN THANKSGIVING PRAYER TO THE BLESSED In loving memory of my dear 6th Anniversary VIRGIN husband, Jonathan MacNeil, Of your charity, please pray O Most Beautiful Flower of died April 13, 2011. for the repose of the soul of DEAR HEART OF JESUS Mount Carmel, fruitful in the Thank you for the years we Margaret (Peggy) Martin, Dear Heart of Jesus in the splendour of Heaven, shared, beloved wife of the late Allan, past I have asked you for Blessed Mother of the Son of The love you gave, the way mother and grandmother, many favours, this time I ask God, Immaculate Virgin, you cared, who died on April 17, 2007. you for this special one (men- assist me in this my neces- Deep in my heart your mem- We lived in hope, tion favour), take it Dear Heart sity. O Star of the Sea, help ory is kept, We prayed in vain, of Jesus, and place it within me and show me herein You Too dearly loved to ever for- That God would make you Your broken heart where your are my Mother. O Holy Mary, get. well again, Father sees it, then in his Mother of God, Queen of THOMSON Murdina and family. But He decided we must part, merciful eyes it will become Heaven and Earth, I humbly Thirteenth Anniversary of Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for He eased your pain but broke Your favour, not mine. Amen. beseech You from the bottom Dave, died April 16, 2000. him. our hearts, Say for three days, publica- of my heart to succour me in I remember the day I met tion promised. – M.C. my necessity. There are But you did not go alone, for you, none that can withstand Your McSHANE – MacKINNON part of us went with you, The day God made you A much missed mother and O DEAR ST JOSEPH OF power. O show me herein That day God called you mine, nana, Kate Anne, died April CUPERTINO, who, by your You are my mother. O Mary, home. I remember the day God took 17, 1993, her son, John, prayers, did seek from God conceived without sin, pray You suffered much in silence, you, August 3, 1988, Auntie that you should be asked at for us who have recourse to Your spirit did not bend, And will to the end of time, Chrissie Peggy, April 5, 1979, your examinations the only Thee (three times). Holy You bore your cross with dig- Although I cannot see you, Uncle Michael Bhan, July 18, propositions you knew, pray Mary, I place this cause in nity, You are with me night and 1983, and all loved ones that I too, like you, may suc- your hands (three times). O Until the very end. day, gone before. SMITH ceed in the examination for thank you for your mercy to Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for The love we had between St Barr, pray for them. In loving memory of John, a which I am preparing. In me and mine. Amen. 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HE second half of the 17th was followed by the reconquest of sub- century was a peculiar one stantial lands in Central Europe. In in Papal history. Secure in 1688, the Danube was broached, and the achievements of the the frontier that was established reform movement that had remained intact until the 19th century. culminated in the Council of Trent, the Papacy retained its moral authority o far, this is mainly a story of Tamongst Catholics. At the same time, achievement and success, but the denominational boundaries in there is a darker side to the history Europe had more or less solidified, and Sof the Papacy in this period. Perhaps the this brought an end to the vicious sec- worst aspect was the continuous tarian warfare that had dominated the attempts to interfere with the Church by previous century-and-a-half. Catholic monarchs. Chief culprits were Amongst the six Popes that ruled the Spanish Habsburgs and Kings of between 1655 and 1700, two were out- France. The latter, in particular, cast a standing figures, and the others were dark shadow over the Papacy during capable. Both Pope Clement IX and this period. France was the undoubted Blessed Pope Innocent XI were noted major power of the time, and its King, for their piety, sobriety and love for the Louis XIV, had a very elevated notion poor. All Popes still indulged in nepo- of his authority. tism, ruling Rome and the Papal States One cannot question his Catholicism, through their families, but this was far although in the private sphere his moral- from unusual in deeply monarchical ity was noticeably lacking. Yet for the Europe at the time, and several Popes, Sun King only complete control over his amongst them Pope Alexander VII and realm was acceptable, and that included Blessed Pope Innocent XI, seriously the Church. In every one of the six con- reduced the influence of their relatives. claves, King Louis tried to get a pro- Although the growth of dioceses out- French candidate elected. In addition, side Europe slowed down significantly the clergy of France signed the Décla- during this period, the Papacy began to ration du clergé Français, endorsing the show its appreciation of the new reality limited authority of the Pope over the of the Church. This demonstrated itself French Church. This so-called Gallican- in strong Papal support for the Jesuit-led ism was pronounced enough for the practice of the so-called Chinese Rite. Anglican Church to consider its French This was the accommodation of Chinese counterpart to be in schism with Rome. religious practices within Catholic belief This was not the only trouble France and the use of Mandarin Chinese in the caused the Papacy. King Louis XIV’s Liturgy. Both were highly contentious: crackdown on his Protestant subjects Franciscan and Dominican missionaries reopened wounds that the Popes wished and theologians rejected any such healed, and his aggressive actions accommodation, and in the light of the against his neighbours disturbed the decisions of the Council of Trent one can peace in Europe. In vain did successive see why. However, the Papacy of the late Popes try to halt his attacks on the 17th century understood that China, or Rhineland and Low Countries, as anywhere else overseas, was not Europe. France conquered neighbouring lands. Pope Alexander VII, in 1656, sup- This had some odd results, not least in ported the Jesuit stance, and his instruc- the British Isles. tions are enlightening: “Do not act with King James II had come to the throne zeal, do not put forward any arguments as a Catholic, and tried to achieve a to convince these peoples to change level of tolerance for Catholics. How- their rites, their customs or their usages, ever, he also leaned quite strongly on except if they are evidently contrary to France, and this proved to be enough the religion [Catholic Christianity] and for the Papacy to deny him support. morality. What would be more absurd Instead, Pope Innocent XI and Pope than to bring France, Spain, Italy or any Alexander VIII threw their weight other European country to the Chinese? behind the Protestant Stadholder of Do not bring to them our countries, but Holland, King William III. He usurped instead bring to them the Faith.” the crowns of England, Ireland and What the Pope was saying was that Scotland and fought a savage war Catholicism should not be imperialistic, against Irish Catholic Jacobites. Ironi- that the Church was about Faith, not cally, that iconic event on the Protestant national identity. In an age when the lat- calendar, the Battle of the Boyne, was ter concept was in its infancy, this was a fought by William with Papal money. remarkable statement. It is even more Also from France came the most seri- remarkable when one contrasts it with ous challenge to the Magisterium since the increasing racism of contemporary the Reformation, the Calvinist-inspired Europeans. Unfortunately, this subtle IX Beatified, and Pope Clement X tory that Islam still formed a real threat, The Ottomans, wishing to make use theology called Jansenism. This is not understanding of the Gospels and of St Canonised St Rose of Lima, the first which may explain the hardened attitude of the uprising by Imre Thököly’s Hun- the place to comment on what was Paul’s injunctions that there are no Jews American to receive those accolades. of successive Pontiffs of this period. garians against the Habsburgs, sur- effectively an attempt to raise Grace or Gentiles, just Christians, would not After a period of relative quiet and rounded the city. If it had fallen, all of over free will and good works. It suf- survive into the next century. nfortunately the Papacy did not Islamic retreat, the Ottomans launched Central Europe would have been open fices to say that the Popes condemned In Latin America, the Popes sup- display this type of inclusiveness one last effort to penetrate beyond Hun- to Islamic conquest. Blessed Pope the idea, and not just because it had ported the Jesuit Reductions, areas everywhere. There is a notice- gary. It proved to be a fatal miscalcula- Innocent XI (above), the most capable originated in France. It, too, made an where indigenous peoples could live in ableU lack of condemnation of the tion, but nobody could have foreseen the Pope of the latter half of the century, impact on Britain, and on Scotland in safety from white slavers. Although the Transatlantic trade in African slaves, and consequences at the time. Their first organised the resistance, which particular, where many of the under- opposite is frequently claimed, the the resurgent Muslim Ottoman Empire attack was against the Venetian holdings cemented the alliance between the ground clergy were deeply affected by opposition by the Papacy to slavery in translated into an attitude towards Mus- in what is now Greece, all of which Papacy and the Austrian Habsburgs. He Jansenism. To the later 17th-century the Americas and further afield is well lims that was anything but charitable. were conquered, including Crete. The managed to persuade many of the Ger- Popes, however, that was a footnote of documented. This extended to the local Pope Alexander VII, for example, went loss of the island is said to have precip- man Protestant princes, as well as the a footnote. As the Papacy entered the episcopate as well: in 1622, for exam- out of his way to purchase Muslim itated the death of Pope Clement IX. King of Poland, John Sobieski, to come 18th century, far more serious matters ple, bishops on Hispaniola condemned slaves for his galleys in Malta. This was followed by the second siege to Vienna’s aid. The Christian armies began to occupy the successors of St slave hunts. In addition, Pope Clement This was the last period in Papal his- of Vienna in 1683. won an overwhelming victory, which Peter. 22 VOCATIONS THE SCO SUPPORTS THE YEAR OF FAITH SCOTTISH CATHOLIC OBSERVER Friday April 12 2013

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“There is not one among us who Faith, we remind ourselves that we can hear and see Jesus guide holiness we are in a position to lis- cally human and in sharing each (Above) Three Carmelite nuns does not have a Divine Vocation.” we are all called by God in uni- us to our individual and specific ten to God’s call on our lives. This profess their vows. Right) Priests lie moment with Him, He gives us prostrate during their ordination in versal and then particular ways. vocation He must first find us call may be a religious vocation, the grace to commit to the way St Peter’s Basilica, Rome HESE words of If we allow Him, God’s voice in waiting and searching for Him, Holy Marriage, or celibacy and of life to which He calls us. Blessed Pope John our journey of discovery will for His own sake. yet in each we are called to marry As we journey with God, He Paul II invite us to become an ‘interior call of grace, Pope Francis encourages and our maker. As Pope Emeritus draws us to a deeper understand- contemplate our uni- which falls into the soil like a reassures us to ‘accept the risen Benedict XVI asserted in his first ing of our Catholic Faith. He In and through circumstances, versal call to Holi- seed to mature within it.’ Jesus into your life. Even if you encyclical Deus Caritas Est ‘being shows us the Father’s heart for us, people and events we will ness. When we think of vocations, How can we embrace this have been far away, take a small Christian is not the result of an eth- and what we may have perceived encounter Him who leads us to in the context of our Catholic Divine Vocation? Surely, before step towards Him: He awaits you ical choice or lofty idea but the as exterior impositions of our discover where we will be most T with open arms.’ encounter with an event, a person.’ Faith, transforms into an inter- fulfilled; where we will experi- Jesus first desires us as we are; Our Catholic Faith therefore nalised truth and interior desire. ence fullness of joy and the life knowing that we struggle at invites us to know Jesus so that that will keep us closest to Him. times and yet still, we search for we may become involved in an or all generations of the Here, in relationship with Jesus FRANCISCAN Him. We are not called to a voca- intimate and deep relationship Faith who are bombarded and in practising and sharing our tion in and of itself, but instead with Him. with voices which may Catholic Faith with others, we will MISSIONARIES we are called, firstly, to be in If we allow ourselves to see lead them away from God, we be invited to discern our vocation. OF ST. JOSEPH deep communion with Christ. vocation as a dialogue where a Fshould strive to be the best God longs to be in relationship Every human being is called to relationship with God is our Catholics we can be. with us. He wants to be our rest- Are you called like Francis of Assisi an encounter with this Divine starting point, and indeed our As Blessed Pope John Paul II ing place. God wants to live with Love. In and through this we aim, He will not hide from us. In so rightly told us: “It is Jesus we us, not just work with us or lis- to live the Gospel radically? come to know and love Christ our fundamental vocation of seek when we dream of happi- ten to us in our lives. He wants and the more we live life with love we are drawn to Him who ness; He is waiting for you when to live with us in every season Want to know more? Him we learn to know His voice. is Love. We are transformed and nothing else you find satisfies and share in every joy and sad- Answering our universal call to renewed to be more authenti- you.” ness. He speaks to us constantly Email Sister Noel – In truly living our Faith we can and the more we invite Him into be a living example of the true joy our lives the more we become [email protected] and authentic freedom that comes aware of His presence. In the www.fmsj.co.uk Cistercian Monks from knowing God. In searching morning when we rise or in the Reg. Charity no. 1135474 for Him, He draws us to the evening when we rest, He is Sacraments, to Holy Communion there. He is waiting so that one and Confession so that we might day we may utter the words of St really be free to receive the Love Augustine: “Late have I loved He desires to give us. you, O Beauty ever ancient, ever In addition, we find Him in new, late have I loved you! 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SUNDAY 14 APRIL ON ASSIGNMENT: WHERE 11AM HEAVEN MEETS EARTH, REGINA COELI FROM THE RESTORING THE SACRED AT ST VATICAN PETER CHURCH 1PM THU 18 APRIL LIVE SUNDAY MASS 1PM 2.30PM LIVE DAILY MASS CATHOLICISM 7.30PM 4PM MY COUNTRY, MY FAITH POPE BENEDICT XVI: A 8PM PROFILE EWTN LIVE 8PM 9PM On Good Friday, clergy and members of St Augustine’s parish, St Andrew’s Methodist Church and Colston Milton Church of Scotland, joined HEART OF THE MATTER, THE REFLECTIONS OF GLORY, THE together for the annual Walk of Witness through the streets of Milton, Glasgow. This year’s route began at St Augustine’s at 11am and ended at FOCUS: ST THERESE OF ORIGIN OF ICONS Colston Milton Church just after 12.30pm, having stopped for scripture readings and prayers at St Andrew’s Church and the memorial garden. A LISIEUX RELICS VISIT UK FRI 19 APRIL large number of churchgoers took part in the walk, which ended with shared bread and soup provided by members of Colston Milton Church 10PM 1PM VATICANO LIVE DAILY MASS 11PM 7PM LIVE BENEDICTION FORGOTTEN HERITAGE: MON 15 APRIL EUROPE AND HER SAINTS Budding young Perth actors have a Passion for Christ 1PM 8PM LIVE DAILY MASS THE WORLD OVER LIVE 8.30PM 9PM MEMBERS of the Perth Catholic Youth NEW SERIES: DOOR OF FAITH JANEY MARY Project, directed by Frankie McGuire, 9PM SAT 20 APRIL performed the musical Born for This in LET US LOVE 1PM St John the Baptist Church at the start TUE 16 APRIL LIVE DAILY MASS of Holy Week. The drama drew on the Stations of the 1PM LIVE 7PM Cross as it developed the story of Christ’s DAILY MASS POPE BENEDICT XVI: A Passion through a mixture of original music 8PM PROFILE and songs and powerful prose narrative. THE JOURNEY HOME 8PM The young Perth actors portrayed each 9PM THE CHURCH IN PUERTO RICO: station, from the anguish in the Garden of LET US LOVE SON BY FOUR Gethsemane to the Agony of Christ at Cal- WED 17 APRIL 8.30PM vary; from the grief of Veronica on the road 9.30AM ST GIANNA BERETTA MOLLA: A to Golgotha to the joy of Mary Magdalene LIVE PAPAL AUDIENCE MODERN DAY HERO OF DIVINE at the Resurrection. 1PM LIVE LOVE DAILY MASS 9PM Pictured are members of the cast and crew, from 9PM THEOLOGY ROUND TABLE left to right (back row) Michael Ellacott (musical director), Fiona Quaill, Gordon Allan, Frankie McGuire, Natalia Konopka, Joseph Taylor, Lisa Terry; (front row) Sian Sievwright, Christina LAY READERS’ GUIDE Craven, Zuza Zelinska, Wiktoria Chorostkowska, Ruaridh Blain, Harris Blain, Emilia Kenyon and by Fr John Breslin Weronika Bernat

SUNDAY APRIL 14 Easter 3C. Acts 5:27-32. 40-41. Response: I will SPOTLIGHT ON... praise you, Lord, you have rescued me. Apocalypse 5:11-14. John 21:1-19 MONDAY Acts 6:8-15. Response: They are happy whose life is blameless. John 6:22-29. TUESDAY Acts 7:51-8:1 Response: Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit. 6:30-35. WEDNESDAY Acts 8:1-8. Response: Cry out with joy to God all the earth. John 6:35-40. THURSDAY Acts 8:26-40. Response: Cry out with joy to God with joy all the earth. John 6:44-51. FRIDAY Acts 9:1-20. Response: Go out to the whole world; proclaim the Good News. John 6:52-59. The annual St Patrick’s Day celebration dance in Sacred Heart parish in Bellshill saw a great turnout from parishioners and friends of the parish as SATURDAY the church hall echoed to the music of John the Dancer. The Irish Ceili evening also saw a special event featuring the Maureen Onesti School of Irish Acts 31-42. Response: How can I repay the Lord Dance as the parish celebrated the feast day in traditional fashion for His goodness to me? John 6:60-69. PIC: TOM EADIE