THE CATHOLIC PAGE 8 St. Theresa Avila centennial October 26,ommentator 2018 Vol. 56, No. 19 SERVING THE DIOCESE OF BATON ROUGE SINCE 1963 thecatholiccommentator.org C Diocese to release names of priests ‘credibly accused’ of sexual abuse By Richard Meek “This is of the highest priority to us. We’re working cused” of abusing minors. The Catholic Commentator on a process to research our files so that when we do The dioceses of Lafayette, Alexandria, Houma- publish the list it will be accurate and complete. Part Thibodaux and Shreveport have also released state- The Diocese of Baton Rouge will join several other of this process is to establish a timeline for the release ments they will reveal the names of priests who were dioceses in the state of Louisiana and release names of the list. As Bishop (Michael G.) Duca said recently, credibly accused of abusing minors. of clergy members credibly accused of sexually abus- we want to be ‘attentive to the issues of justice and In a prepared statement, Archbishop Aymond said ing minors. show concern for victims in a way that is transparent, the clergy files are being “examined very carefully” In a statement released Oct. 16, the Diocese of Ba- credible, honest and caring.’” and review of those files will go back at least 50 years ton Rouge, which was formed in 1961, “will release the The statement came on the same day Archbishop to “ensure the list is accurate and complete. We will names of priests who have been credibly accused of Gregory M. Aymond of New Orleans said he will re- publish the list as soon as the work is finished. It will sexual abuse of minors. lease the names of those clergy members “credibly ac- be sooner rather than later.”​ WITNESS TO HISTORY Sisters of St. Joseph celebrate milestone By Bonny Van Joseph Cathedral. The Catholic Commentator The Sisters of St. Joseph originally landed in Bay St. Louis from France A smile graced the face of Sister in 1855. Two years later, they expand- Kathleen Babin CSJ as she stopped to ed their ministry to the Archdiocese look at a picture that was more than a of New Orleans, and on Oct. 22, 1868, half century old. four sisters arrived in Baton Rouge, via In the middle of the photograph was steamboat, from the Crescent City. a young woman dressed in a traditional Their mission was to take charge of habit, her gaze looked over the porch an orphanage, a day school and board- of a former classroom in Bay St. Louis, ing school, according to a copy of a let- Mississippi. ter found in the Archives Department of “That’s me,” she grinned, pointing to the Diocese of Baton Rouge. herself in the photo. “The sisters who are sent will have Sister Kathleen is a living witness to much work but they will be able to at- the history of the Sisters of St. Joseph, tain great success,” wrote New Orleans having been around for 75 of the 150 Archbishop Jean-Marie Odin in his re- years the order has been in the Baton quest to Reverend Mother St. Claude, Rouge area. for women religious in Baton Rouge. “I’m grateful, just so grateful that the The original school was named St. sisters came and that they were the ones Joseph’s Day School, coming from St. Sister Kathleen Babin CSJ looks up at a photograph of herself in the 1950s, wearing that were here,” said Sister Kathleen, Joseph Church, now St. Joseph Cathe- a traditional habit. She was pictured on the front porch of a former classroom used who graduated from St. Joseph’s Acad- dral. When the school, orphanage and by the Sisters of St. Joseph in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. Photo by Bonny Van | The Catholic Com- emy in 1943 and immediately entered convent moved in 1869 to a new, larger mentator the Sisters of St. Joseph community. location on Fourth Street, it was re- The Sisters of St. Joseph are cel- named St. Joseph’s Academy. de Paul. But education was their main St. Thomas More School and St. George ebrating their 150th anniversary in Other ministries started by the sis- focus and the Sisters of St. Joseph were School, and the high school in New Baton Rouge with a number of events, ters in those early days included pris- called upon to help lead and teach in Roads, which is now Catholic High of including a special Mass celebrated by on ministry and outreach to the poor, other schools in the Baton Rouge area, Pointe Coupee. Bishop Michael G. Duca on Oct. 21 at St. which became the Society of St. Vincent including Sacred Heart of Jesus School, SEE SISTERS PAGE 24 2 The Catholic Commentator October 26, 2018 | PICTURES FROM THE PAST Restoration and love By Dina Dow do you want me to do for you?” Pause for a moment and ponder this “en- There is something about the work of res- counter.” If Jesus were sitting right in front of toration. Many times the term is used in refer- you and asked, “What do you want me to do ence to construction, as seen in the aftermath for you,” how would you respond? When have of storms and floods. People restore dwellings I cried out to Jesus in hopes of being restored? to an original state, perhaps When have I persistently cried with some updating or remod- out to him when others tell eling, accomplished through Life-Giving me to be quiet? Did I persist an enormous amount of sac- FAI H or stay within the boundary of si- rifice, persistence and love. The lence? Is there something I need 30th and 31st Sunday Mass readings to ask Jesus? What is holding me in Ordinary Time (Year B) give insight into back? What needs restoration in my life? God’s restorative love through Jesus Christ Bartimaeus pleads, “Master, I want to see!” for humanity. He not only knows of Jesus’ healing ministry; Restoration he also BELIEVES Jesus WILL restore his The 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time read- sight. Jesus hears his prayer, recognizes his ings begin with the prophet Jeremiah. He faith and restores his sight. Rather than re- Bishop Robert E. Tracy meets with then-Pope Paul VI in 1974 at the Vatican. reassures the exiled Israelites to stand firm turning home, Bartimaeus chooses the sure Pope Francis canonized St. Pope Paul VI on Oct. 14 at the Vatican. Photo courtesy for the day will come when their lives will be path and follows Jesus. of the Department of Archives | Diocese of Baton Rouge restored. Although outcasts, God’s infinite “I love you, Lord, my strength” (Ps(s) 18). love continues to guide them safely over the As a child, the last words I spoke after my terrain until the time of the restoration. He nightly prayers were, “I love you, God.” The | promises an everlasting love which remains simplicity of youth inspired me to say these DID YOU KNOW faithful despite their infidelity. When this day just in case I died in my sleep, for I wanted arrives there will be joyful dancing, praising these to be my last spoken words. Of course and singing of the “great things God has done now my head hits the pillow and I am fortu- Day of the Dead has for us” (Ps(s) 126) because of his great com- nate to even pray the Sign of the Cross. Seri- passion and mercy. ously, though, what is the last the thing we The restoration of the people also wel- think about at the end of the day? various cultural traditions comed the restoration of the temple, where Many people pray an Examination of Con- high priests offered burnt sacrifices and oth- science to review how well they loved God that Many Catholics in the Diocese of pray and perhaps play some music. er offerings for the atonement of sins. This day. A simple examination is similar to what Baton Rouge are finalizing prepa- It is also customary in the His- priesthood was ultimately fulfilled by our Moses is reminding the Israelites of in the first rations to visit their departed loved panic community for parents of de- eternal high priest, Jesus Christ, who offered reading of the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time. ones at cemeteries through south- ceased children to place toys at their the perfect sacrifice once and for all and still He has just passed on to them from God the eastern Louisiana. child’s graves on the Day of the In- intercedes for us at the right hand of God. Ten Commandments as the way of loving God Visiting cemeteries on All Saints’ nocents. On Nov 2, small offerings Thus, by his passion, death and resurrection and others. Ultimately, Moses emphasizes the Day is a time-honored tradition that of alcohol might even be brought to we are set free from the bondage of sin and call to love God alone with the totality of their spans generations. Who among us the adult graves. are restored by sacrificial love into unity with being: heart, soul and strength. We are called could ever forget our mothers load- In Mexico, there is always a con- God where we belong. to the same love through Jesus Christ. This ing us into the family jalopy, the certed effort to ensure the United The Gospel reading from St. Mark is pow- love is to be rooted in our hearts in order to be normal malodorous smell of melted States’ tradition of Halloween is not erful. The blind man, Bartimaeus, is begging able to love and live in the ways of God with candy and fast food wrappers graced celebrated over Dia de los Muertos, on the roadside. He is a common sight to the Jesus as our guide. by the fragrance of freshly cut flow- which is Oct. 31. Some cities have huge crowd following Jesus and the disciples. This love is driven not by feelings or emo- ers, and going to visit gravesites of even gone so far as to post signs with Bartimaeus persistently shouts out to Jesus tions but by our willingness to do what God distance relatives we never even the word Halloween posted in a red for mercy, despite the attempts to quiet him has called us to: to love him and our neigh- knew? circle with a slash through it. by the people. Jesus hears him, perhaps both bor completely. How? Perhaps we may need Those customs differ worldwide. In many European countries times, and asks for him to approach. Barti- to smash the self-made idols which distract us The Day of the Dead, or Dide with large Catholic populations, All maeus throws off the only possession that from what is authentic and we choose to place de los Muertosas, is actually a se- Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day are keeps him warm, a cloak, and answers Jesus’ God in the center of our worship. Perhaps we ries of commemorative days in the celebrated in ways much similar to call. The people give him support. As Barti- can commit to a more consistent prayer life, Hispanic community. Traditionally southeast Louisiana, where people maeus draws near Jesus simply asks, “What SEE GOSPEL PAGE 17 celebrated over three days begin- take off work and go to cemeteries ning with Halloween, the days in- with candles and flowers. In some clude All Saints’ Day (Nov. 1) and All customs, it is tradition to give chil- Souls’ ‘Day (Nov. 2). dren sweets and toys, perhaps a cus- In communities with large Mex- tom some of us wish our mothers ican and Latin American popula- would have incorporated for us. thecatholiccommentator.org | Facebook.com/TheCatholicCommentator tions, the Day of the Dead is divid- Spain even throws in a theatrical ed into Dide los Inocentes, which bend, with the play Don Juan Teno- Bishop Michael G. Duca Publisher Wanda L. Koch Advertising Manager is dedicated to the children, and rio traditionally performed on Nov. 1. Father Tom Ranzino Associate Publisher Bonny Van Staff Writer celebrated on Nov. 1. The following Although traditions might be Richard Meek Editor Lisa Disney Secretary/Circulation day, Dide los Muertos, or Day of the more elaborate elsewhere, there are Debbie Shelley Assistant Editor Nicole Latiolais Graphic Designer Dead, is celebrated. perhaps none as family-driven than Families will often spend an en- those in our beloved region. It is a The Catholic Commentator (ISSN 07460511; USPS 093-680) Published bi-weekly (every other week) by the Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge,1800 South Acadian Thruway, tire year making preparations. Al- day of not only spending time with Baton Rouge, LA 70808; 225-387-0983 or 225-387-0561. Periodical Postage Paid at Baton Rouge, LA. Copy must though never festive, people will vis- loved ones, but also honoring the reach the above address by Wednesday for use in the next week’s paper. Subscription rate: $14.00 per year. POST- it and repair graves, light candles, special memories of those who have MASTER, send address changes to The Catholic Commentator, P.O. Box 14746, Baton Rouge, LA 70898-4746. leave offerings of prepared food, gone before us.​ October 26, 2018 The Catholic Commentator 3 Net gain in 21st century evangelization By Debbie Shelley cording to Dow. Netflix” with content that reaches the av- very often, but I want you to take out your The Catholic Commentator The Evangelization and Catechesis erage Catholic in the pews. cell phones’ (and sign up for FORMED),” website also updates people through A parish can subscribe and give access said Father Gros with a broad smile. “The digital age has come,” trumpet- blogs on new online learning tools, such to people in its parish boundaries, Cath- Registrations spiked by 444 in one ed Dina Dow, director of Evangelization as #InsertLearning, in which catechists olic and non-Catholic, and people can week, according to Lynn Schroeder, and Catechesis for the Diocese of Baton can make an article interactive so it can share it with their neighbors. communications specialist at St. George. Rouge. be more participatory and engaging. The diocese has come onboard with The church, which has its own FORMED Her nimble fingers danced across her FORMED.org is the latest tool the dio- FORMED and parishes have embraced website, currently has 957 people regis- computer keyboard during a virtual tour cese is investing in and church parishes the new tool as the diocese has helped tered and registrants have spent a com- of FORMED.org, an online digital library are embracing and flourishing in efforts subsidize their subscription price. And bined 152,223 minutes or 2,500 hours for accessing thousands of Catholic faith to teach and evangelize its faithful, Dow churches using it are experiencing growth on FORMED.org since they first had the formation videos, audios and e-books. said. in catechesis and evangelization. program. There is also content for the Hispanic According to Jim Knowles, manag- “The parishes who are using this are Father Gros said the program has been population. er for diocesan partnerships at Augus- on fire,” said Dow. a great asset to his ministry. When people Dow said FORMED is part of a process tine Institute, the institute launched the One of those parishes is St. George come to him for confession and are strug- of bringing evangelization and catechesis non-profit FORMED.org in July 2015. Church in Baton Rouge. gling with an issue, he hands them a card online in the diocese. The program brings together Catholic According to Father Paul Gros, paro- with the website address and access code On the department’s website, evang content from St. Augustine, St. Paul Cen- chial vicar at St. George, after a training so they can further research the topic. catbr.org, there is a center for online for- ter, Marian Fathers of the Immaculate session on the program for faith forma- “I also had a woman who was going mation and registration for online Min- Conception, Lighthouse Catholic Media, tion leaders in the diocese this past sum- through the RCIA program and her sib- istry and Theology classes that are fa- Ignatius Press, the United States Confer- mer, the church got word out to its parish- lings were not supportive and asked her cilitated by local instructors who have a ence of Catholic Bishops, the Knights of ioners. about devotions to Mary, and I was able master’s degree in theology. The courses Columbus and others. Beginning with the Bread of Life dis- to say, ‘Here’ and I introduced her to involve reading, listening to audio clips, “It all started when St. John Paul II courses, St. George introduced FORMED FORMED,” he said. “She was able to re- responding to questions in the course called for the new evangelization at World by drawing parishioners’ attention to spond to their questions. It’s a great tool forum, watching video clips and taking Youth Day in Denver, Colorado in the the website’s featured videos on the Eu- for people whether they are Catholic or quizzes. 1990s,” said Knowles, who works with charist. They even had people sign up not.” People can learn at their own pace that faith formation, religious education and for FORMED during the Masses so they Father Gros also encountered a person is realistic and participate in webinars, youth ministry diocesan offices. could receive the link for the program. struggling with atheism, and he referred which includes “papers” and quizzes, ac- He described FORMED as a “Catholic “I said, ‘You’re are not going to hear this SEE EVANGELIZATION PAGE 17 WANT TO GIVE THE BEST GIFT EVER THIS CHRISTMAS? Discover 3 Simple Ways to Relieve Family Stress During The Holidays!

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Photo by Bonny Van | The What was not visible Catholic Commentator as they started picking Sicily in Depth on the screen was the out books, but after they 8 Day Escorted Tour woman’s prison-issued made their selections “it garb or the cinder block wall to a connection with the Baton was like they were waking up.” Ragusa, Syracuse, Catania, Taorminia Riviera, Cefalu, & hidden behind the blue paper. Rouge Diocesan Council of Cath- “After they filmed (the video), Palermo. Offering optional Malta extension. She was participating in the olic Women (DCCW). they made eye contact, had a Reading Connection, a program “It was just a God thing,” said smile on their face,” she beamed. Country Roads of Umbria & Tuscany that allows incarcerated wom- Kuykendall. “I mean I truly be- “It was like they thought they 9 Day Escorted Tour en in Louisiana to read to their lieve that he was in the mix of had accomplished something. Rome, experience a cooking class in Orvieto, children on video. 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Ministry of CCDBR. 10 Day Escorted Tour cent presentation to Prison Min- “We do things to benefit wom- According to Kuykendall, the Grand Canyon, Monumental Valley, istry of Catholic Charities of the en and children, so this was a many of the women don’t have Moab, Mesa Verde, Bryce Canyon, Diocese of Baton Rouge, which good project for us,” said DCCW the opportunity to see their chil- Lake Powell & Zion National Park included testimony, facts, plans president Cassandra Will. “It dren because of the distance and sample books. also might encourage some of of the prisons, especially in the The Reading Connection the other mothers who maybe case of the woman on the video, Come to Our Special Presentation started as a casual conversation hadn’t finished high school to whose children are in Mexico. By Kathleen Levey, Insights Vacations among exercise buddies, Ju- work on their GED and do more Kuykendall said quarterly dith Howell, Laura Adams and reading themselves. It also might visits are planned for the Read- November 13 Kuykendall, who meet regularly encourage their children to read ing Connection next year, with RSVP 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at a Baton Rouge gym. Howell, more if they see mom reading.” sessions slated for January, who donated to a Texas organiza- DCCW member Smittie Bol- March, June and September. Travel in style on Insight tion that made audio recordings ner, a retired school librarian, Until then, she and the other Business Class Motorcoaches!!! of incarcerated mothers reading did quite a bit of research to find volunteers continue to seek do- Group Departures with Special Booking Incentives to their children, also donated to books on a wide range of top- nations for equipment, postage, Kairos Prison Ministry, which ics that were geared toward the packaging, DVDs and books. For more information, contact Tootie. Kuykendall was involved in. three-to 10-year-old age group. 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There’s a question that has Interestingly, the church’s former have repented and sought the Lord’s as that would truly be a mortal sin.) occurred to me from time to Code of Canon Law (published in forgiveness. But Jesus did say: “Woe Please answer quickly. This is dividing Q time, and I would appreci- 1917) included in the list of those who to that man by whom the Son of Man his family since four of his children ate your answer. I was always led to should not be given Christian burial is betrayed. It would be better for that don’t see a problem, but two of them believe that suicide is a mortal sin, so persons who deliber- man if he had never do. (City of origin withheld) someone who takes his own life cannot ately kill themselves. been born” (Mt 26:24). Actually, I can see both sides go to heaven. But that category is no So as to the ultimate of the argument. It’s fine for It makes me wonder what fate longer included in the fate of Judas, I don’t A you to maintain a friendship awaited Judas when he hanged current code (pub- really like his chances. with this man, and I’m sure that his himself after turning Jesus in. Is he lished in 1983). The companionship is comforting to you. condemned to hell, or would he be church now regularly I am a divorcee But friendship can quickly blossom forgiven for the role that he played, celebrates funeral of five years into romance, and that seems to be the since Jesus had to be betrayed to save Masses for suicide Q and I am 66 concern of the “two daughters.” mankind? (Indianapolis) victims, because years old. I have met a Why not speak with a priest and Objectively, of course, suicide the church gives the widower of 77 who was look into the possibility of an annul- is a mortal sin. The Catechism deceased the bene- married for 59 years. ment for your first marriage? (Some- A of the Catholic Church is quite fit of the doubt as to Two of his daughters times even long-standing marriages clear: “Suicide contradicts the nat- whether psychologi- have told him that he can be annulled when there were ural inclination of the human being cal factors may have cannot be with me danger signs from the start.) With an to preserve and perpetuate his life. impeded a full and at all because I am annulment, you’d be free with the It is gravely contrary to the just love deliberative act of the Question Corner “spiritually” married in church’s blessing for wherever life of self” (No. 2281). But among the will. the eyes of the church. might take you. requisites for mortal sin is also suffi- As for Judas, the Father Kenneth Doyle They say that we can- cient deliberation that would allow for church has never not even hold hands. FATHER DOYLE is a retired priest in the full consent of the will. And on that, definitively said that We are not inter- Diocese of Albany, New York. Ques- the catechism goes on to say: “Grave Judas or any individual, for that ested in marriage we just want to be tions may be sent to Father Kenneth psychological disturbances … can matter is surely in hell. It’s conceiv- friends and companions. What does Doyle at [email protected] diminish the responsibility of the one able, I suppose, that at the last mo- the church think about this? (I know and 30 Columbia Circle Dr., Albany, committing suicide” (No. 2282). ment Judas, filled with remorse, could that it cannot be a sexual relationship, NY 12203.

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By Debbie Shelley mental preparation, Trahan sometimes Collins spoke enthusias- The Catholic Commentator meets with parents after hours. tically as she scrawled key “We all know that ministry in our words across the board for When students’ eyes light up or they church is not 9 to 5,” said Trahan. “If you a lesson on praying the Our raise their hands to answer questions, are going to work with people it has to be Father. Like Livaudais, she volunteer or plunge into an activity it on their timeframe.” uses creativity in the class- means success in the frontline mission of She added that timely communication room. evangelizing and catechizing the youth, is also critical to success. On a lesson about the say directors of religious education and “I’m a one-on-one person and I want to importance of prayer part- catechists in the Diocese of Baton Rouge. make sure you have gotten the informa- ners the students made At St. Patrick Church in Baton Rouge, tion,” said Trahan. paper airplanes containing communication and flexibility help the She meets with catechists, confirma- written prayer intentions religious education program thrive, ac- tion and VBS leaders to “see how things and threw them across the cording to Lisa Trahan, the program’s are going” and evaluate how the program room. The students picked director. went after its completion. up another student’s air- Catechist Kirsten Collins interacts with sixth-grade stu- St. Patrick’s religion school program “Over the years we have modified the plane and prayed for the dents involved in a small group discussion as part of a les- differs from many others in the diocese. different ministries preparation that we intentions for a week. son on God the Father during a parish school of religion Rather than having a year-round parish do. Each year we re-evaluate and see if She also sent them home class at St. John the Evangelist Church in Prairieville. Photo school of religion, they have a concentrat- there is something we should do differ- with a Scripture cookie rec- by Debbie Shelley | The Catholic Commentator ed, two-week PSR. ently to stay fresh,” said Trahan. ipe for them to make with “What we faced is that we had some Being open to recommendations from their families. They have also spent time The dedicated catechists who come divorced families whose children were the bishop, pastor, office staff and minis- prayer doodling. each week with joy and enthusiasm to available every other week rather than ev- try leaders is vital to Trahan. Through exchanging questions and help children know that Jesus loves in- ery week,” said Trahan. “I believe God gives us our gifts, and faith stories with their students, the cate- spires, said Marlene Bruce, St. John DRE. She said other children have extracur- the gifts I have are not the only gifts we chists said their own faith has grown. “There are around 1,300 students in- ricular activities that conflict with the need to serve,” said Trahan, who has “Every week I learn there is more volved in formation from Sunday School PSR schedule. served under five pastors in her 23 years growing I need to do, more researching through 11th grade. 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By Debbie Shelley After Archbishop John W. The Catholic Commentator Shaw was installed as archbish- op of New Orleans in 1918, he au- The grounds of St. Theresa of thorized moving the church and Avila Church in Gonzales were the building of the new rectory a festive and colorful display of and church in Gonzales. Upon pop up tents and banners as the the request of a benefactor, the parish celebrated its history of church was named St. Theresa being in the heart and heartbeat of Avila, the French spelling of of the community for the past the saint’s name rather than the Attendees at an outdoor Mass at St. Theresa Church in Gonzales celebrating its 100th anniversary pray the 100 years. Spanish spelling St. “Teresa.” Our Father. Photo by Debbie Shelley | The Catholic Commentator St. Theresa marked its cen- The original St. Theresa tennial with a special celebration church, which was 40 feet away special parish in the midst of a or creative, but faithful, that is her parents and grandparents. that included Mass on Oct. 14. from the current church, was 116 town with a heart of service. important. “It was very Catholic and The roots of St. Theresa date feet long and 60 feet wide, and “We have quite a community He said being faithful is very simple in those days,” said to the mid-1800s, according to the steeple was 106 feet high, outreach,” said Hebert. something St. Theresa parishio- Gautreau. historical records. said Lambert. Lambert said, “It’s neat to see ners have done for many years. She recalled being part of the For many years, settlers of the According to Purvis Hebert, that deep roots run in our com- “The faith you have been first confirmation class at the east bank of Ascension Civil Par- another long-time member and munity and our parish.” blessed with, the faith that you “new church.” She went on to ish traveled across the Mississip- historian, the church was built This honoring of the past and are living, the faith that you have work with the youth and RCIA pi River to Donaldsonville or up by parishioners. The church was building of its future permeated been handing on for generations, programs. the river to St. Gabriel Church poorly built and after 20 years it the church’s centennial celebra- has been given to you by the Even as Gonzales expands, in St. Gabriel. Because of the in- became apparent a replacement tion, which highlighted the in- Lord,” said Father Gyan. Gautreau said there are a group convenience of crossing the riv- building was necessary, as the tertwining and converging his- He added, “Even though we of people who still remember the er, French and Spanish settlers steeple was about to fall down. tories of the church, community are raw and broken human be- small town feel of the communi- built a chapel named St. Ann “It was the ugliest church in and state. ings, the grace that flows through ty and the church. at Crevasse near Belle Helen in the world for about 15-20 years The celebration kicked off the Eucharist, through the death “If you don’t look at the traf- 1840. By the late 1840s another – not a pretty site,” said Hebert. with an outdoor Mass. In recog- and resurrection of Jesus Christ, fic you feel like it’s a small town,” chapel was built at Cornerview. Even in the midst of World nition of the contributions of the flows through Gonzales.” said Gautreau. In 1863, a larger church was War II, money was saved to build Hispanic community, the second At the conclusion of Mass, Ruth Hanson said when the procured in Cornerview and of- a new church. In 1953, Archbish- reading and some of the prayers Father Gyan was presented with church was moved to Gonzales ficially established as a and music during proclamations declaring Oct. 14 and Social Security came into parish under Our La- Mass were in Span- as St. Theresa Church of Gon- existence many of the older peo- dy’s patronage about ish. zales Day signed by Gonzales ple sold their homes and moved four miles from the In his homily, pas- Mayor Barney Arceneaux and to Gonzales to live near the present church. The tor Father Eric Gyan Ascension Civil Parish President church. church was renamed said St. Theresa Kenny Matassa as well as com- “There was a big migration Sacred Heart at Cor- faithfully carries out mendations signed by Gov. John when the church came here,” nerview. the mission Christ Bel Edward and leaders of the said Hanson. For the next 50 conferred to his dis- Louisiana House of Representa- All of her mother’s family and years, priests from ciples. tives. most of her father’s family are Cornerview served the There are those Many of the event attend- buried at St. Theresa. people of Gonzales. moments for people ees expressed the close bond Olivia Navarro, a sev- As the town’s popula- after experiencing between their families and the enth-grader at St. Theresa Mid- tion grew as the rail- a milestone in their church, which for some, go back dle School, said she enjoys St. road line from Baton lives, such as marry- generations. Theresa’s upbeat messages and Rouge to New Orleans ing or becoming par- “This has been home for us, music at the Masses. The original church at St. Theresa of Avila was built after expanded, and Riv- ents for the first time, this is our church family,” said “It keeps people more in Archbishop John W. Shaw was installed in the Archdio- er Road and the new when they think “Oh Lessie Gautreau, who grew up in tuned and focused on the Mass,” cese of New Orleans. The church was 116 feet long and Airline Highway cut my goodness” when the parish, attended St. Theresa said Navarro, who sings at the 60 feet wide, with the steeple reaching 106 feet. The through Gonzales, a they realize the re- School and received all the sac- Masses every other week. current church, which stands 40 feet away from the old declaration was made sponsibilities God raments along with her siblings Jessica Breaux said the St. church site, was dedicated in 1953. Photo courtesy of the Depart- to transfer the church has entrusted to there. Theresa community is import- ment of Archives | The Diocese of Baton Rouge from Cornerview to them, he said. Her mother, Catherine ant in keeping her children, La- Gonzales. The Cor- For Father Gyan, Gautreau, 75, also received the neigh, a seventh-grader at St. nerview church parishioners op Joseph F. Rummel dedicated this moment came after he was sacraments at St. Theresa. Theresa Middle School, and Lib- signed a protest letter to Arch- the present church on the feast ordained a priest and realized Gautreau remembers the old by, 2, close to Christ. bishop James H. Blenk SM of of Christ the King. The cost of his role was to help guide souls church did not have air condi- “I want the church commu- New Orleans, according to Col- the church, including furnish- to heaven. tioning and that it was made of nity to grow and prosper and leen Lambert, who is research- ings, was $161,654.13, according As he thought “how am I go- wood. She said there was an at- stay close-knit. That’s what I ing the history of St. Theresa and to Lambert. ing to do this?” God reminded mosphere of dignity and respect love about St. Theresa,” said Ascension Parish. Hebert said St. Theresa is a him that it is not being original when she attended Mass with Breaux. October 26, 2018 The Catholic Commentator 9

THE CATHOLIC COMMENTATOR ‘Life is sacred at every stage’ Next Issue Deadline ... OCTOBER 31

By Richard Meek The Catholic Commentator

Modern culture is one where innocent lives are extinguished 2019 ALASKA daily, and where the elderly and those with disabilities are often overlooked and neglected. CRUISE SHOW Consequently, now more than 2018 Alaska Cruise Show ever, pro-life supporters must reach out to those who might not share one’s faith, or might even look different, to create a commonly held vision of what Louisiana Conference of Catholic Bishops executive director Rob Tas- it means to respect life and the man speaks during the Every Life: Cherished, Chosen, Sent conference dignity of human life. sponsored by the Office of Marriage and Family Life of the Diocese of That was the message of Lou- Baton Rouge on Oct. 6 at the Bishop Tracy Center. Tasman was one of presented by isiana Black Catholics for Life di- three speakers that included Dr. Kathy Allen, director of Louisiana presented by rector Dr. Kathy Allen, the key- Black Catholics for Life and Danielle Van Haute, director of the dio- AndrAndrewew Da Davisvis frfromom HollandHollan dAmericaAmerica note speaker at the Every Life: cese’s pro-life program. Photo by Richard Meek | The Catholic Commentator *Show specials – up to $200 shipboard credit Cherished, Chosen, Sent confer- per cabin. Dinner in specialty restaurant. ence on Oct. 6 at the Bishop Tra- But a eucharistic lifestyle is need people to join us.” Exclusive Offers ONLY available at Pearson’s Signature beverage package. cy Center in Baton Rouge. The one of solidarity and rooted in Activism was also the theme conference was hosted by the Of- grace. of Tasman’s talk. He encouraged Limited Space available Thursday, Nov. 1 fice of Marriage and Family Life “I understand that with a per- all in attendance, especially the for 2017 Sailings of the Diocese of Baton Rouge. sonal relationship with God I am young people, to participate in Join Pearson’s2 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. “Life is a gift, it is never an ac- valued, cherished and that leads the political process. Travel Club Wednesday, May 10th cident or never a mistake,” said to greatness in the community,” “It thrills me to see young peo- Reserve you space today at Allen. “Life is sacred at every she said. “It is patterned after ple here because if you are not Today! stage.” Christ. It commits us to one an- of the voting age you are on the 11AM & 6:30PM The morning conference also other. We come together to be a cusp of having your voice mat- Pearson’sRe Travelserve Your WorldSpace Today! featured Louisiana Conference body of Christ.” ter,” Tasman said. “Your voice 7949 Jefferson Hwy., Baton Rouge • 225-926-3752 of Catholic Bishops director Rob She said that a greater union matters. And the reason you are *on select sailings Tasman speaking on faith and with God helps individuals to SEE PRO-LIFE PAGE 23 Pearson’s Travel World public policy and Danielle Van become vibrant members of Haute, director of the diocese’s their community, and to give 7949 Jefferson Hwy. Baton Rouge, LA 70809 pro-life program, speaking on their gifts and talents to the contraception. community. Monice Oliphant, director of “My hope is everyone here 225-926-3752 religious education at St. Isidore chooses life, from contraception the Farmer Church in Baker, to natural death,” Allen said. brought a group of more than “We have to choose life for the 20 high school students to at- unborn, for the elderly, for the tend, partly to help them in their people in this building, for peo- preparation for confirmation. ple in later stages of life.” “It’s important (the students) But first, “we must choose get the information on what our life for ourselves. If we don’t, we Catholic Church teaches,” she can’t authentically talk to anyone said. “If they’re going to be con- else about choosing life.” firmed and they are living life as Allen explained that choosing a disciple of Christ they need to life means surrendering one’s understand what that means.” duties, responsibilities, anxiety Allen, who admitted she had and fears to God and get their an abortion while she was a stu- priorities in line with what God dent at Michigan State Universi- desires. ty, said pro-life supporters must “Pro-life means choosing actively work for a greater com- Christ,” Allen said. mitment to justice and peace. She cited statistics showing She said too often many are so that 60 percent of abortions in wrapped up in their own lives, Louisiana were performed on Af- worried about their homes, their rican-American women. She not- money or other exterior distrac- ed that there are more than 9,000 tions, that they have little time to abortions performed annually in be concerned with the homeless the state, with East Baton Rouge or the less fortunate. and West Baton Rouge parishes “Too often we have an indi- combining for more than 1,500 of vidualist view; my car, my joy, those procedures. my group of friends,” she said, “We have a mission and are adding that is how many deter- doing this in line with what God mine the value of their own lives. is asking us to do,” she said “We 10 The Catholic Commentator October 26, 2018 Kavanaugh’s confirmation energizes pro-life supporters

By Richard Meek officially swore in Kavanaugh what is needed to test this new feel emboldened or empowered will always be a team player on The Catholic Commentator after the Senate’s 50-48 confir- court and see to what extent to have a strong voice to over- the team of nine.” mation vote, which took place they’re willing to challenge what turn some of the anti-abortion In an Oct. 6 statement, Kava- Cautious optimism filtered despite the interruptions of Roe. v. Wade said, and to change legislation the Legislature has naugh’s high school alma mater, through the ranks of pro-life screaming protesters who had the law of our land of abortion passed in recent years. Jesuit-run Georgetown Prepa- supporters after the confirma- to be escorted from the gallery on demand right now.” “I think we have very good ratory School in the Washing- tion of new Supreme Court As- that oversees the Senate cham- Tasman said the Center for leadership in the Catholic ton suburb of North Bethesda, sociate Justice Brett Kavana- ber. Reproductive Rights has a col- Church, in (other denomina- Maryland, noted how when he ugh, following a months long, The demonstrators were or-coded map of the country tions), in Louisiana Right to first accepted Trump’s nomi- and often contentious process. voicing their objection to the projecting the most likely states Life,” Tasman said. “They have nation, Kavanaugh stated that But supporters also under- confirmation because Kavana- to allow abortion, those who done so much good, construc- “one of the goals of Jesuit edu- stand that even if the majority ugh had been accused of sexual will likely prohibit abortion and tive work. cation is the aspiration to be a conservative Supreme Court ul- misconduct. The vote followed those that are uncertain. He “I don’t think you can be ‘man or woman for others.’ ” timately overturns Roe v. Wade, the conclusion of a weeklong said the entire southern portion elected to a statewide office in “The call to public service is the battleground will simply FBI probe. The agency’s final of the United States and some the state of Louisiana if you are one of the highest manifesta- shift to the states. Currently, report was not released to the states in the Midwest are solid anything but pro-life. I don’t tions of that ethic,” the school 18 states provide women with a public but made available to all red, meaning they would un- think that’s possible. I think said. “Georgetown Prep con- constitutional right to have an the senators for their review; likely adopt abortion-friendly that’s a credit to all of the groups gratulates Justice Kavanaugh abortion. the agency found no corroborat- legislation. and the bright people who have on his confirmation and prom- “If (Roe v. Wade) is over- ing evidence on the claims. However, he said states on been on the ground since Roe v. ises our prayers for him and his turned all of a sudden abortions “We’re cautiously optimis- the east and west coasts are al- Wade.” family as he strives to be that will not go away,” said Rob Tas- tic that Judge Kavanaugh will most entirely yellow, where pro- During an emotional swear- person for others in the service man, executive director of Loui- help bring this court to a posi- abortion legislation would likely ing-in ceremony held in the East of our nation.” siana Conference of Catholic tion which they may be inclined pass. Room of the White House, Ka- Kavanaugh, 53, graduated Bishops. “It will be deferred to to help protect unborn children He called Louisiana a “great” vanaugh, who is Catholic, said from the school in 1983 and the individual states and that is and the health and safety of pro-life state and indeed it is the Supreme Court is an institu- joins another alumnus of the where the fight will be.” women in our country today,” regarded as perhaps the most tion of law and not a political or school on the court, Associate Kavanaugh, who was con- said Louisiana Right to Life pro-life state in the country. But partisan institution. Justice Neil Gorsuch, who grad- firmed by the Senate on Oct. 6, director Ben Clapper. “There he did say there is some con- “The justices do not sit on uated in 1985. Gorsuch, who takes the seat of Justice Antho- are laws right now in the fed- cern that if the Supreme Court opposite sides of an aisle. We do also was nominated by Trump, ny Kennedy, who retired July eral courts that are on their way overturns Roe v. Wade, some not caucus in separate rooms,” was confirmed in April 2017. 31. through the appellate and to legislators, who have been silent Kavanaugh said. “The Supreme CNS contributed to this re- Chief Justice John Roberts the Supreme Court that may be on the issue in the past, might Court is a team of nine, and I port. Save on Medicare Supplement Insurance BUY DIRECT/NO AGENT

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By Richard Meek ing many Catholics to leave the Chasuk of Baton Rouge, talking The Catholic Commentator church during that time. about the evidence for the ef- “So my question, after 50 fectiveness of a restorative ap- Discovering a link between years and because it all started proach to infertility and other science and human morality with doctors and nurses (from women’s health problems using Call Blocker Tree and Landscape today! will be the focus of an upcoming whom St. Paul VI sought input), the Creighton Model Fertility- Fully Licensed and Insured • Free Estimates symposium at St. Agnes Church is what a Catholic doctor would Care System and NaPro Tech- in Baton Rouge. tell us,” Father Charbel said. “Is nology. Licensed Arborist #17-2227 • Licensed Irrigation #17-0691 “Science Embraces Humanae the church satisfied?” SEE CONFERENCE PAGE 17 Owners Trey Blocker and Brant Fox Vitae: How Current Evidence “My biggest goal and hope is Supports Restorative Reproduc- to find a link between science tive Medicine,” which is free and and morality, between medical open to the public, is scheduled issues and Humanae Vitae,” he Oct. 27 from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. added. “And what science can St. Agnes pastor Father Char- add to the pope’s teaching about bel Jamhoury said he organized birth control.” the symposium because it coin- Father Jamhoury has enlisted cides with the 50th anniversary an impressive array of speakers, of the release of Humanae Vitae including Immaculate Concep- Called to and the canonization of St. Paul tion Church in Lakeland pas- VI, who was canonized by Pope tor Father Todd Lloyd, who will Francis Oct. 14. speak on Humanae Vitae and Father Jamhoury also cited St. Paul VI’s appeal to scientists, the fact that the encyclical cre- doctors and nurses. ated so much controversy, caus- Also speaking will be Dr. Rob serve. | OBITUARY Sr. Vernola dies Sister Vernola Ann Lyons FMOL died Thursday, Oct. 11, at Our Lady of The Lake Regional Medical Center. Sister Vernola was born June 20, 1940 in Mire. She entered the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady order on Aug. 2, 1964 and made her Perpetual Profes- sion on Feb. 10, 1973. She obtained a bachelor’s de- gree in nursing from McNeese State University in May, 1964 and a master’s degree from the Sister Vernola Ann Lyons University of Santa Clara in June, 1984. aries of Our Lady. Sister Vernola served at Our She is preceded in death by Lady of the Lake as a cardiol- her parents, John Sidney and ogy staff nurse, emergency room Bernadette Bearb Lyons, sib- head nurse and in Pastoral Care lings, John, Aaron, Leo, Curney at OLOL and the Tau Center. and Virginia Lyons. At Our Lady of the Lake, we are the At Our Lady of Lourdes Re- Through the years she served Spirit of Healing. As a Catholic hospital, gional Medical Center in Lafay- on several of the Franciscan we tend to the whole person in body, ette, she served as supervisor of Missionaries of Our Lady boards surgery and obstetrics, supervi- and hospital committees. Her mind and spirit. Learn how you can sor and instructor of nurses in faith in God, Franciscan voca- serve as a Eucharistic Minister at ICU, Sister Visitor, guest rela- tion, nursing background and ololrmc.com/volunteer or by calling tions, patient liaison in surgery, her compassion to serve are just home health nurse and Catholic a few of the gifts she will be re- (225) 756-8896. Service Center at St. Genevieve membered by in her ministry in Church in Thibodaux. the church. A Mass of Christian At St. Elizabeth Hospital in Burial was celebrated at the St. Gonzales she served as a patient Francis Chapel at OLOL, with in- representative. terment at Roselawn Cemetery. Sister Vernola is survived by a In lieu of flowers, memorial sister-in-law, Shirley Ann Lyons, donations may be made to Haiti numerous nieces, nephews, fam- Project, Cristo Rey Baton Rouge ily, friends and her own religious Franciscan High School or a family, the Franciscan Mission- charity of choice. 12 The Catholic Commentator | October 26, 2018 October 26, 2018 | The Catholic Commentator 13

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[A] Bishop Michael G. Duca raises the host con assistant at St. Thomas More Church in [C] Many of the law enforcement officials ther Walsh also blessed officers and their during the Eucharistic prayer while cele- Baton Rouge, are pictured left. Photos by Rich- in attendance showed their unity by join- vehicles. brating the annual Blue Mass at Sacred ard Meek | The Catholic Commentator ing hands during the praying of the Our Heart of Jesus Church in Baton Rouge on Father. [E] Members of the Louisiana State Police Oct. 10. Sacred Heart pastor Father Miles [B] Bishop Duca gives Communion to East bow their heads in prayer during Bishop 2018 Cele bration Walsh is pictured right, and St. John the Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff Sid Gautreaux [D] Law enforcement officers and first re- Duca’s prayer. Blue Mass Baptist Church in Zachary pastor Father during the annual Blue Mass. sponders stand in front of their vehicles Jeff Bayhi and Deacon Clayton Hillier, dea- awaiting the blessing of Father Bayhi. Fa-

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By Bonny Van He talked about Jesus being the salt of the earth and how salt brings food to The Catholic Commentator life, comparing that to emergency personnel doing their job. The bishop said their work brings hope to everyone. The men and women filling the pews at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Ba- During a poignant moment, he told the officers the badge they wear over ton Rouge bowed their heads in prayer, knelt during the Eucharistic prayer and their heart is about protecting that engagement, that zeal, that appreciation held hands while praying the Our Father. It was a typical celebration of Mass that what they do is important. except for the attire. These men and women wore uniforms, bulletproof vests “You’re on the front lines but we need you to be there with heart,” the bishop and police duty belts that carried holstered firearms, ammunition, handcuffs, said. flashlights and radios. “The other thing that badge protects is our way of life,” he added. “You’re Officers and first responders from throughout the Diocese of Baton Rouge protecting the rules and laws that establish justice and order. You’re protect- attended the annual Blue Mass at ing the life that all of us want to live, Sacred Heart on Oct. 10. Bishop even the people you’re dealing with Michael G. Duca, the first bishop want to live that kind of life, that of the diocese to celebrate the Blue has been broken by violence or in- Mass, spoke during his homily justice.” about the difficulty of maintaining He said every time officers step “And, know an emotional distance during cer- into a dangerous situation they are tain situations, something that he beginning the process of restora- that we are himself has dealt with as a pastor. tion by diffusing it, separating it “You can’t go in with strong and pulling out the “bad actors.” behind you emotions that affect you; you have “This is important work; this to stand back so you can size up is great work,” Bishop Duca said. and that we the situation,” Bishop Duca said. “This is worthy of praise. It’s hard “But day after day, it can wear you work. And, I really believe you have pray daily down, where the distance can be- to have a calling for it. Part of hav- come so distant that you enter ev- ing joy and fulfillment in your heart for your erything as a functionary. for what you do is to know you have “You lost your heart in the mat- support from those around you, protection.” ter and now you’re just doing the citizens and government. Today, we function. And, believe me, you take want you to know you have our sup- Bishop Michael G. Duca away those higher values and you port, our prayers and we want you move away with a kind of empty to know how much we appreciate heart. And, you fill the heart with what you do, that I appreciate what cynicism, frustration, bitterness.” you do. The bishop said that brings no “And, know that we are behind joy into one’s life and, in fact, drains energy and causes fatigue. you and that we pray daily for your protection.” “Days like this (celebrating the Blue Mass) are to remember that what you do After the Mass, Bishop Duca; Father Miles Walsh, pastor of Sacred Heart; is important to us,” he added. “You bring hope into our lives. We depend on you. Father Jeff Bayhi, pastor of St. John the Baptist Church in Zachary; and Deacon “We know and expect that you will be there in times of trouble.” Clayton Hollier of St. Thomas More Church in Baton Rouge, blessed the officers Bishop Duca urged the officers and first responders to protect their values. and their fleets of vehicles. 14 The Catholic Commentator October 26, 2018 Learning Spanish through art

By Bonny Van ish growing up from her Puerto Rican The Catholic Commentator mother, Juanita Young. Bachemin, em- barrassed when her mother spoke in her In Tweety Bachemin’s upstairs class- native tongue, said her mother often chid- room at Holy Ghost School in Hammond, ed her, saying, “You’re going to thank me you’ll find paint-splattered curtains, color when you’re older.” charts, paints and brushes and model That didn’t take long. During her high clay. school years, Bachemin was working at You’ll also find the alphabet letters, a restaurant when a woman walked in lined up along a wall, with the Spanish crying and speaking only in Spanish. A names next to them; colors identified in co-worker knew Bachemin spoke Span- Spanish; and Spanish prayers posted on ish and suggested she talk with the upset the wall. This is SpARTish, a class, or woman, a moment that still brings Bache- clash, of art and Spanish and the students min to tears. seem to love it. “She told me that her family hadn’t eat- “I like how we get to do art but still en in a week and she was begging for food Sixth-grade students at Holy Ghost School in Hammond learn Spanish and art in a new we learn stuff, and we don’t have to take to feed them, and I’ll never forget being curriculum called SpARTish. Photos by Bonny Van | The Catholic Commentator notes,” said sixth-grader Sophia Castillo. so thankful that I could speak Spanish,” “I really like it because we learn stuff,” she said. “I tell the kids this story and they School was searching for a Spanish teach- clay with at least 10 body parts labeled said fellow sixth-grader Benjamin Smith. think I made it up. So, I try to explain to er and an art teacher for fourth-eighth in Spanish and English. While learning “It’s easier to learn things because we’re them that Spanish isn’t just another sub- grades; thus, SpARTish. The name was the language, students are also learning doing things like making stuff, and it ject, like this is another way for us to be the brainstorm of Bachemin’s 10-year-old “proper ceramic techniques of assembling helps us remember what the words mean. helpful to people who may really need us.” daughter Ella Bachemin, who is in fifth and constructing their own designs.” She gives us examples of how to remem- With her mind focused on pursuing a grade at Holy Ghost. “I like it because we get to express our ber things.” fine arts degree, Bachemin chose Span- “We didn’t expect it to be so catchy,” creativity and show how talented we are,” Bachemin, a professional artist and ish as her minor. The two curriculums did smiles Tweety Bachemin. “The kids that said Bryn Beard. art teacher, reluctantly learned Span- not meet until this year when Holy Ghost aren’t in my class yet are like, ‘Oh my “I like that we don’t have to take notes gosh, I can’t wait to take SpARTish!’ It’s and we can make sculptures to help us fig- definitely SpARTish – not just Spanish or ure out how to say the words in Spanish,” art.” said classmate Brennan Fugarino. For this class, sixth-grade students “This class helps us learn more and are building models of monsters out of SEE ART PAGE 15

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VIRTUOUS – Faculty and staff at Catholic Elementary School of Pointe Coupee in New Roads recog- GEAUX PINK! - Students at Holy Ghost School in Hammond used nize students each quarter for possessing the qualities of a variety of virtues. Students recognized their October service project to raise money for “Geaux PINK – Join Oct. 9 for the virtues of love and joy are Braden Labatut, Juliet Cotten, Addison Jones, Samuel Grad- the Fight!” Students donned pink and donated nearly $1,600 to ney, Abigail Ortego, Andrew Jewell, Karlee Ledet, Mason Werchan, Katherine Fontaine, Jacques Lem- Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center while doing so. Pictured, from oine, Jamei St. Cyr, Gunner Lejeune, Evan Leonards, Brant Lejeune, Olivia Cotten, Gemma Jones, left, front, are Knox Peterman and Ryleigh Fugarino; center row, Aubrey Devillier, Cooper Walker, Lily Bergeron, Amelia Chauvin, Cameren Chapman, Grant Coursey, Collie Sledge, Gracelynn Canzoneri, Layla Hooks and Celia Adams; Brooke Andre, Jordan Battley, Andrew Sevin, Lilli St. Germain, Rachael Bergeron and Gavin Leblanc. and, back row, Miley Smith, Konnor Burkes and Ryder Falcon. Photo Photo provided by Megan Girlinghouse | CEPC provided by Cindy Wagner | Holy Ghost School

STRIKE UP THE BAND! – St. Michael the Archangel High School in Baton Rouge sophomore Steven Reed recently earned a spot in the Louisiana Music Ed- ucators Association All-State Honor Band. Reed is the youngest St. Michael musician to earn a spot in the all-state honor band. He will join the top high school musicians from around the state in a concert during the annual LMEA state conference in November. Photo pro- vided by Leighann King | St. Michael High School

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ART and they’re like, ‘I never thought From page 14 of it that way.’ ” “I was walking by the prayer helps us understand how to do garden and I heard ‘Madre de things because she explains it,” Dios,’ which means Mother of said sixth-grader Jade Thiel. God, and I looked up and there Bachemin said the class is was the statue of Mary in front also helping students bridge the of me and I felt like God said, communication gap with the ‘Look up and honor my mother,’ ” Hispanic members of the com- recalled Bachemin. “And, I told munity, with many using the the kids that you may hear from Spanish they’ve already learned God in many languages because in class. Learning prayers in he created them all.” Spanish is also giving the chil- It’s definitely a new way to dren another way of talking to look at language, in all shapes, God, especially when the inter- colors and forms, and that is pretations are “a little different SpARTish. 16 The Catholic Commentator October 26, 2018 Anthony ’s Italian Deli Cristo Rey names BEST MUFFOLETTAS IN TOWN! Engemann president Fresh Made Party Trays Cheese & Meat Special to The Catholic Commentator Sandwiches Cristo Rey Baton Rouge Franciscan High School an- nounced the appointment of Eric Engemann as president, re- placing Brian Moscona, who left earlier this year to accept the principal position at St. Thomas More School in Baton Rouge. Great for Tailgating! Engemann has an extensive background in executive level, 5575 GOVERNMENT ST., JUST WEST OF JEFFERSON HWY. non-profit leadership, administration and development in PHONE ORDERS WELCOME! 225-272-6817 OPEN MON.-SAT. 9:30 - 6:00 PM Baton Rouge, having led SportsBR, Inc. as its president and Baton Rouge’s only TRUE ITALIAN DELI Since 1978 CEO. Engemann also most recently served on the faculty of

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 GOSPEL we can just be still and know the love of God in THE CATHOLIC COMMENTATOR From page 2 our quiet thoughts. Perhaps we can remember to “take courage; get up, Jesus is calling you” (Mk including Sunday Mass with the faith commu- 10:49), and simply ask Jesus, “Lord, what do you nity. Perhaps we need to ask for a removal of want me to do for you or them?” Or perhaps we blind spots to insure clarity, thus enabling us can end our day with, “I love you, God.” Amen. Hot-off the Press to see with eyes of faith, a clear 20/20 vision in what Jesus’ restorative love does for us. Perhaps Dow is the director of Evangelization and & Delivered we can sacrifice our time to help others. Perhaps Catechesis for the Diocese of Baton Rouge.

Statement of Ownership, Management, and Circulation to You for(All Periodicals Only Publications Except Requester Publications) faith life of our parishioners.” 1. Publication Title 2. Publication Number 3. Filing Date EVANGELIZATION  _ From page 3 She said the parish should be able to bring 4. Issue Frequency 5. Number of Issues Published Annually 6. Annual Subscription Price back some old programs in a new light. $14 per year him to the website’s content about science, the- Dow said while current evangelization and 7. Complete Mailing Address of Known Office of Publication (Not printer) (Street, city, county, state, and ZIP+4®) Contact Person ology and the universe. catechesis may involve modern means of tech- TO SUBSCRIBE, CALLStatement 225-387-0983. of Ownership, Management, Telephone and (Include Circulation area code) 8. Complete Mailing Address of Headquarters(All or General Periodicals Business Office Publications of Publisher (Not printer) Except Requester Publications) FORMED has trusted materials by well- nology, there are still the timeless core values 1. Publication Title 2. Publication Number 3. Filing Date known theologians and can help people when of proclaiming Christ and supporting parish _ 9.4. FullIssue Names Frequency and Complete Mailing Addresses of Publisher, Editor, and Managing5. Number Editor of(Do Issues not leave Published blank) Annually 6. Annual Subscription Price he can’t be present, said Father Gros. and family life. She noted the website includes Publisher (Name and complete mailing address) Statement of Ownership, Management, and Circulation 7. Complete Mailing Address of Known Office of Publication (Not printer) (Street, city, county, state, and ZIP+4®) Contact Person The content also encourages the formation cartoons that teach children about faith, as well (All Periodicals Publications Except Requester Publications) 1. Publication Title 2. Publication Number 3. Filing Date of small group communities, as there is con- as content that can be used for a family movie Editor (Name and complete mailing address) Telephone (Include area code) THE CATHOLIC COMMENTATOR 0093 _ 680 OCTOBER 1, 2018 tent for faith formation programs that include a night. 8. Complete Mailing Address of Headquarters or General Business Office of Publisher (Not printer) 4. Issue Frequency 5. Number of Issues Published Annually 6. Annual Subscription Price leader and participant guide. “It’s for parents, teachers, directors of reli- ManagingBI-WEEKLY Editor (Name and complete mailing address) 26 $14

® Other church parishes enrolled in FORMED gious education, neighbors – everyone,” said 7.9. CompleteFull Names Mailing and Complete Address Mailingof Known Addresses Office of ofPublication Publisher, (Not Edit printer)or, and (Street,Managing city, Editor county, (Do state, not leave and ZIP+4blank) ) Contact Person PublisherPO BOX (Name 14746 and complete mailing address) RICHARD MEEK Telephone (Include area code) are St. Patrick Church in Baton Rouge, which Dow 10. Owner (Do not leave blank. If the publication is owned by a corporation, give the name and address of the corporation immediately followed by the BATON names and ROUGE,addresses of EASTall stockholders BATON owning ROUGE, or holding LA1 percent 70898-4746 or more of the total amount of stock. If not owned by(225) a corporation, 387-0983 give the launched an informational campaign on the “The key component of evangelization is in- 8. Complete names and Mailing addresses Address of the of Headquartersindividual owners. or General If owned Busine by ass partnership Office of Publisher or other unincorporated (Not printer) firm, give its name and address as well as those of Editor1800 each (Name individual SOUTH and completeowner. ACADIAN If mailingthe publication address) THRUWAY is published by a nonprofit organization, give its name and address.) Full Name Complete Mailing Address program the weekend of October 12. viting people to know how much God loves and BATON ROUGE, LA 70808 Lisa Trahan, director of religious education values them.” 9. Full Names and Complete Mailing Addresses of Publisher, Editor, and Managing Editor (Do not leave blank) ManagingPublisher (NameEditor (Nameand complete and complete mailing mailing address) address) at St. Patrick Church, said, “We are excited For more information about FORMED, con- ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF B.R. about having FORMED in our parish. I think it tact your local parish or Dow at Ddow@diobr. PO BOX 14746, BATON ROUGE, LA 70898-4746 10.Editor Owner (Name (Do and not completeleave blank. mailing If the address) publication is owned by a corporation, give the name and address of the corporation immediately followed by the RICHARD names and addresses MEEK of all stockholders owning or holding 1 percent or more of the total amount of stock. If not owned by a corporation, give the will benefit our catechesis and contribute to the org. names and addresses of the individual owners. If owned by a partnership or other unincorporated firm, give its name and address as well as those of PO each BOX individual 14746, owner. If BATONthe publication ROUGE, is published LA by 70898-4746a nonprofit organization, give its name and address.) Full Name Complete Mailing Address 11.Managing Known Editor Bondholders, (Name and Mortgagees, complete andmailing Other address) Security Holders Owning or Holding 1 Percent or More of Total Amount of Bonds, Mortgages, or RICHARD Other Securities. MEEK If none, check box None FullPO Name BOX 14746, BATON ROUGE, LA 70898-4746 Complete Mailing Address CONFERENCE  10. Owner (Do not leave blank. If the publication is owned by a corporation, give the name and address of the corporation immediately followed by the names and addresses of all stockholders owning or holding 1 percent or more of the total amount of stock. If not owned by a corporation, give the From page 11 names and addresses of the individual owners. If owned by a partnership or other unincorporated firm, give its name and address as well as those of each individual owner. If the publication is published by a nonprofit organization, give its name and address.) Full Name Complete Mailing Address Dr. Kim Hardey of Lafayette will speak ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF B.R. PO BOX 14746, BATON ROUGE, LA 70898-4746

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Motion Picture Association of America sometimes tragic, ultimately triumphant er (Tom Hardy) accidentally undergoes MOVIE ratings: race to reach the lunar surface. Despite the transformation, which endows him G – General audiences; all ages admitted the universally known outcome of the with superpowers but also leaves him un- PG – Parental guidance suggested; some story, Chazelle and screenwriter Josh able, at times, to control his own actions. REVIEWS material may not be suitable for children USCCB Office for Film & Broadcasting Singer successfully infuse their account He gets help from his sympathetic ex-live- PG-13 – Parents are strongly cautioned to classifications: with suspense by reminding viewers of in-girlfriend (Michelle Williams) and her give special guidance for attendance of A-I – General patronage the radical problems NASA had to over- new beau (Reid Scott), a physician. But children under 13; some material may be A-II – Adults and adolescents come and the dangers Armstrong and his the extraterrestrial of the title has a battle inappropriate for young children A-III – Adults colleagues constantly had to face. Pos- to fight with others of his kind here on R – Restricted; under 17 requires accom- A-IV – Adults, with reservations panying parent or adult guardian sibly acceptable for mature teens. Brief Earth so expelling him from the journal- L – Limited adult audience NC-17 – No one under 17 admitted scatological material, a few profanities ist’s body proves challenging. This Marvel O – Morally offensive and milder oaths, a single rough and a Comics-based bit of nonsense from di- handful of crude terms. A-III; PG-13 rector Ruben Fleischer has some amus- Smallfoot scientific investigation. Yet this can afford ing dialogue between Hardy’s character Warner Bros. parents an opportunity to have an age- Hell Fest and the fearsome occupant of his body, Turning the legend of Bigfoot on its appropriate conversation about faith with CBS Films and the mayhem the creatures wreak, head, this animated musical comedy their teens. A misguided portrayal of reli- Nasty gorefest in which a real-life serial though sometimes described in grue- charts the quest of a young yeti (voice of gion, some rude humor. A-II; PG killer (Stephen Conroy) stalks the travel- some ways, is virtually bloodless. That’s Channing Tatum) to prove that so-called ing horror carnival of the title, eventu- about all that can be said in the picture’s smallfeet, that is, humans, exist, despite First Man ally targeting a college student (Amy favor, though. Forgettable fare for the un- the fact that the inscribed stones by which Universal Forsyth) as she, her date (Roby Attal) demanding and, perhaps, Marvel movie the life of his mountaintop community Splendid multidimensional profile of and two other couples (Reign Edwards, completists. Much stylized violence with has traditionally been regulated (their astronaut Neil Armstrong (Ryan Gos- Christian James, Bex Taylor-Klaus and minimal gore, cohabitation, about a half- current custodian voiced by Common) ling) charting the events that led to his Matt Mercurio) wander among the ma- dozen uses of profanity, a milder oath, at deny this. Journeying below the clouds becoming the commander of the 1969 cabre attractions. Director Gregory Plot- least one rough term, frequent crude and to look for proof, he encounters the host Apollo 11 space mission and the first kin serves up a decidedly unoriginal film occasional crass language, brief mature (voice of James Corden) of a nature- human being to walk on the moon. In filled with screams, sickening gore and wordplay. A-III; PG-13 themed television show and, by present- adapting James R. Hansen’s 2005 offi- an ax-wielding maniac. It’s an extreme ing him to his fellow yetis, throws their cial biography, director Damien Chazelle parade of mayhem moving toward a per- Bad Times at the El Royale whole way of thinking into doubt. Adults melds an intimate portrait of the emo- verse conclusion and, as such, unsuitable Fox will easily perceive the false opposition tionally buttoned-up ex-naval aviator for viewers of any age. Graphic bloody vio- Religion in general and Catholicism the film’s main story line presents be- and engineer’s inner life, including his lence with gore, images of nudity, sexual in particular are central to this intense, tween revealed truth and those empiri- deep bond with his strong-willed wife, banter, two obscene gestures, pervasive challenging drama from writer-director cal facts that can be discovered through Janet (Claire Foy), with a look back at the profane and rough language. O; R Drew Goddard. In 1969, a strange array of guests checks into the past-its-prime A Star Is Born hotel of the title which straddles the Ne- Warner Bros. vada-California state line. They include This third remake of a sturdy cinematic a mild-mannered priest (an enthralling warhorse pays occasional homage to its Jeff Bridges), a hard-edged hippie (Da- forebearers, which only serves to indicate kota Johnson), a glib traveling salesman that its formulaic “stand by your man” (Jon Hamm) and a reserved soul singer story is somewhat tattered and dog-eared. (Cynthia Erivo). Secrets, false identi- The core narrative remains: In show busi- ties and a trove of stolen cash are mixed ness, for every fresh young talent’s (Lady into a complex story that eventually also Gaga) happy ascent to fame and fortune, involves the hostelry’s timid manager there’s always someone older (Bradley (Lewis Pullman), a Charles Manson-like Cooper, who also directed from a screen- cult leader (Chris Hemsworth) and one play he co-wrote with Eric Roth and Will of the latter’s young followers (Cailee Fetters) on a rapid, embittered and usu- Spaeny). Sophisticated but gritty, the ally alcoholic downward slide, and the film’s basic stance is humane and its pathos increases exponentially when this attitude toward faith is serious and re- involves a couple in a romantic relation- freshingly respectful for a mainstream ship. A suicide, implied premarital sexual Hollywood production, albeit Goddard’s activity, fleeting upper female nudity, oc- oblique approach to the subject may not casional drug use, a couple of profanities, be to every believer’s taste. Offbeat and frequent rough language. A-III; R ambitious fare for grown viewers will- ing to grapple with some exacting ma- Venom terial. Considerable violence with gore, Columbia glimpses of distant full nudity, mature While investigating an evil billionaire themes including the sexual abuse of (Riz Ahmed) who has been secretly exper- a minor, a couple of blasphemous ex- imenting with fusing human beings and pressions, a few uses of profanity, much aliens into a composite life form, a report- rough and crude language. L; R

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46 56 66 Alaina Saucier attended the annual scholarship fundraiser at Holy Family Church Sept. 9 in honor of her sister and brother, Ava and Jacob Saucier, who died in a house fire in 2010. Photos provided by Annette Fitzgerald | Holy 76 86 96 Family School moc.scilohtacrofsemagdrow.www

ACROSS DOWN 1 The New Jerusalem in Revelation 1 ___works Benefit raises more than $33,000 was made of this 2 Any Beatles song, now 5 Site of Paul’s shipwreck 3 Looks at longingly 10 “So, could you not watch with me 4 Prescribed amounts Special to The Commentator Holy Family pastor Father David Allen said one ___?” (Mt 26:40) 5 “I desire ___not sacrifice” (Mt 12:7) Bishop Duca wanted to take part in the event af- 14 Margarine 6 Officer’s order 15 Online sales 7 Scandinavian Bishop Michael G. Duca joined members of ter learning about its history. 16 Sea World performer 8 Gifts for dad Holy Family Church and School in Port Allen who “Part of the mission of the Office of Catholic 17 Lyric poems 9 “…so death spread to ___ men” had gathered for an annual fundraising event that Schools is to ‘Evangelize Hearts,’ ” Father Allen 18 Push away (Rom 5:12) has brought light from a moment of darkness. said. “This means to convert hearts to Christ and 19 Coll. course 10 Second of IHS 20 Crucial 11 Toward the mouth The Ava and Jacob Saucier Memorial Benefit, his Gospel to love. Families can ask is this really 21 Finishes 12 Calif. college now in its ninth year, raised more than $33,000 happening in our Catholic schools. 23 “This is the ___ that the Lord has 13 Vulgar for scholarships for Holy Family School with a si- “It is a good question and must be answered made” 22 Sunday in Lent lent auction, raffle and jambalaya on Sept. 9. with concrete and visible actions.” 24 Compositions 25 First word of a Latin trio 26 Thespians’ labor org. 26 Heap On Aug. 6, 2010, Ava, 3, and Jacob, 2, along After attending a standing room only Mass cel- 28 Prayer petitioning God to send the 27 Crystal-lined rock with their grandfather Mike Saucier, died in a ebrated by Bishop Duca, hundreds flowed to the Holy Spirit 29 Patron saint of lawyers house fire in Belle River. Grandmother Mitzi parish hall to honor Ava and Jacob Saucier. 33 Dance of Argentina 30 Spiritual principle of human beings Saucier died later from injuries sustained from Father Allen said that although the day brought 37 “Scram!” 31 A contraction the tragedy. back memories of tragic loss, the faith of the 38 Not fer 32 Views 39 Covenant seal (Ex 24:7–8) 33 Pack Ava and Jacob’s parents, Blake and Kristen Saucier family and relatives, the commitment of 41 Sand hill 34 Culture medium Saucier, Holy Family parishioners, turned their countless volunteers and the excitement of chil- 42 Archdiocese in Nicaragua 35 El ___ grief into something positive for their community dren who attend Holy Family witnessed hearts 44 People St. Patrick converted 36 Biblical tooth action? by starting the memorial benefit in remembrance that can be touched and motivated to actions of 45 Convert 39 Papal order 47 Norse goddess 40 Not ordained of their children to help others. The scholarship great compassion. He said such acts are evange- 48 Doctor of the Church 43 Strange person has raised almost $200,000 in the past eight lizing actions that spread the Gospel of Christ to 53 Governor Bush, convert to Catholi- 44 One of two epistles (abbr.) years. love one another. cism 46 Morality “As pastor, I am humbled by the loving sacrifice 56 Satirist Mort 49 Delight 58 “___ job!” 50 Joseph was sold into slavery here honoring Ava and Jacob, raising funds to assist 60 Potpourri 51 Black Panthers co-founder families desiring a solid Catholic education for 62 Bureaucracy that assists the Pope 52 One way to buy stock their children,” Father Allen said. “It is an event 63 Barks 53 OT historical book educating our minds to know God will never 64 Team 54 Mr. Wiesel leave us in the darkness. 65 Build 55 Remain 66 Plot of ground 56 Free from doubt “Through the love of Christ shared, our minds 67 Give thought to 57 Certain code discover the warmth of hope. I know no better 68 Contract 59 Nick and Nora’s pooch witness to the value of Catholic education at Holy 69 Trillion (pref.) 61 Brit. reference book Family than this memorial scholarship and the 62 Animation frame lives that have been enriched by the sacrifice it Solution on page 22 represents.” Bishop Duca, who visited the parish hall after the Mass, said in his time as bishop in the Dio- cese of Shreveport he had “never seen anything like it.” Holy Family principal Mike Comeau said the Ava and Jacob Memorial Scholarship provides partial scholarships for Holy Family School stu- dents. He said many positive things have come Alyse Saucier joined the community at Holy Family out of a devastating tragedy and the “Holy Fam- Church and School in Port Allen to remember the ily School community will forever be indebted to lives of her older siblings. The Ava and Jacob Schol- the Saucier family for their gift of generosity each arship Benefit raised more than $33,000 this year. year.” 20 The Catholic Commentator VIEWPOINT October 26, 2018 Archbishop Romero, a saint for El Salvador, Pope Francis and even LSU

n Sunday, Oct. 14 Pope Father Gustavo Gutierrez, pub- to stop the oppression. Finally, Well, in 1983 the Diocese of about their work the previous Francis declared Arch- lished a book entitled “Theol- he pleaded with soldiers to Baton Rouge received a new years at the student center and Obishop Oscar Romero ogy of Liberation.” It was not disobey orders to kill civilians, bishop, Bishop Stanley J. chose Father Ramon Vega, the a saint and a martyr. While well received by many Latin making himself a target. Ott. Bishop Ott had spent Salvadorian. still the Cardinal Archbishop American bishops, fearful In 1980, a year after seeking his happiest years as a priest When I told him he was of Buenos Aires, Pope Francis of Cuban communism. This help from the pope, Arch- serving a term as chaplain at our pick, Father Vega seemed had told a confidant that, if he theology was not communis- bishop Romero was shot while LSU. When he came to Baton happy but also greatly relieved. became pope, he would make tic, but it defi- celebrating Mass Rouge, Bishop Ott, somewhat I asked, “If we had not made Archbishop Oscar Romero a nitely wanted the in a hospital. like Pope Francis, wanted to you this offer, you could go saint. Popes often are making Catholic Church His final prayer make a statement in more than back to El Salvador, couldn’t a statement through those they to push the op- was, “May God words. The LSU Catholic com- you?” “No,” he answered.” choose to promote for saint- tion for the poor have mercy on munity was not happy. Under “Why not?” I asked. He said, hood. Archbishop Romero was championed the assassin.” Bishop Joseph V. Sullivan, “Because I was Archbishop a man after Pope Francis’ own by the Second It is ironic that Ott’s predecessor, the LSU Romero’s secretary.” heart. Now his life and death Vatican Council. St. John Paul parish had lost the services of I was flabbergasted. are offered to the entire world Priests working II would later a religious order they really “Ohhh!” was all I remember as examples of the Gospel with the poor forgive his own liked, the Claretians. Before he saying, but thinking, “He values Pope Francis cherishes began preaching would-be assas- died, Bishop Sullivan ended up knows who killed him!” and has so often preached and about the justice sin who tried to with a pastor from Lafayette, Father Vega was at LSU written about: justice, humility due to them, and kill him in 2005. an associate pastor from New longer than I. I was at the and care for the poor. this threatened In 1981 Arch- Orleans and two priests from student center only four years When Oscar Romero be- the way of life bishop Oscar the Philippines and one from that time. I was also vicar came archbishop of El Salvador of the rich and Another Romero was El Salvador at LSU. general and moved to residence in 1977 he was considered a powerful. awarded the No- Bishop Ott wanted his own at Our Lady of Mercy Church “safe appointment,” mean- The military, Perspective bel Peace Prize. men there, as much as pos- in Baton Rouge after some ing he would maintain the supported by the Preaching at sible. He sent Father Donald reorganization at the chancery. status quo. The country was wealthy landown- Father John Carville the canoniza- Blanchard and me to LSU as Father Vega eventually did ruled by an oligarchy, mean- ers of El Salvador, tion ceremony co-pastors. We could use the leave, but I think he went back ing a number of very wealthy began a bloody campaign of for Archbishop Romero, Pope services of only two associ- to Honduras, not El Salvador. families. They controlled not suppression against their own Francis said that the now saint ate pastors and there were I liked him, and having him at only the wealth of the country people. Many who opposed “left the security of the world, four. We wanted to keep the LSU was sort of like having a but also the military. Arch- the government simply disap- even his own safety, in order New Orleans priest who was second-class relic of a saint in bishop Romero came from that peared. Archbishop Romero to give his life according to the popular with the students. But the house. segment of Salvadorian society. was close to his people and felt Gospel close to the poor and to there was really only room for However, soon after he took he had to support them. He his people.” Pope Francis got one more, so we interviewed FATHER CARVILLE is a retired priest over his episcopal see, a close even went to Rome in 1979 to his wish to be able to declare the three other priests. We did in the Diocese of Baton Rouge friend and fellow priest, Father plead their cause to the newly Archbishop Oscar Romero a need one Spanish-speaking and writes on current topics for Rutilio Grande, was brutally elected then-Pope John Paul II. saint and martyr. priest because the Hispanic The Catholic Commentator. murdered. He had been living As American reporter Danny And what does St. Oscar student population was grow- He can be reached at johnny with poor, landless peasants, Hajek wrote for National Romero have to do with LSU? ing. We questioned the three [email protected]. working with them and advo- Public Radio, “(Archbishop) cating for them. Archbishop Romero called out bloodshed Romero was shocked and and defended human rights, | Pray for those who pray for us ordered three days of mourn- becoming known as the voice Please pray for the priests, deacons and religious women and men in the Baton Rouge Diocese. ing and a funeral Mass in the for the voiceless.” The arch- cathedral. Others warned bishop denounced violence by Nov. 1 Rev. Joseph H. Vu Nov. 8 Most Rev. Robert W. Muench him that this would get him in the Salvadorian military and Dcn. John W. Veron Dcn. Thomas D. Benoit trouble, but he persisted. paramilitary against civilians. Br. Ramon Daunis SC Sr. Christine Pologa CSJ Some priests in El Salvador He also named the murdered Nov. 2 Rev. Miles D. Walsh Nov. 9 Most Rev. Michael G. Duca had begun studying the Gospel and the disappeared, praying Dcn. J. Peter Walsh Dcn. Mark T. Berard and preaching it from the for them publicly, and asked Sr. My-Dung Pham ICM Br. Ronald Hingle SC perspective of the poor. One, the international community Nov. 3 Rev. Ju Hyung (Paul) Yi Nov. 10 Rev. Howard R. Adkins Dcn. James E. Wax Dcn. Willie M. Berthelot Sr. Br. Alan Drain SC Sr. Penny Prophit FMOL Mission Statement Nov. 4 Rev. Gerard F. Young Nov. 11 Rev. Donatus Ajoko Dcn. P. Chauvin Wilkinson Jr. Dcn. William B. Blair Jr. The mission of The Catholic Commentator is to provide news, Sr. Tuyet Anh Pham ICM Br. Dwight Kenney SC information and commentary to the people of the Diocese Nov. 5 †Bishop Robert E. Tracy Nov. 12 Rev. Michael J. Alello of Baton Rouge, Catholics and their neighbors alike. In doing Dcn. Alfred Adams Sr. Dcn. Daniel S. Borné Br. Clement Furno CSsR Sr. Maria Rabalais CSJ so, The Catholic Commentator strives to further the wider Nov. 6 †Bishop Joseph V. Sullivan Nov. 13 Rev. David E. Allen mission of the Church: to evangelize, to communicate, to Dcn. Michael A. Agnello Dcn. Claude H. Bourgeois Jr. educate and to give the Catholic viewpoint on important Sr. Theresa Pitruzzello CSJ Br. Clifford King SC issues of the present day. Nov. 7 †Bishop Stanley J. Ott Nov. 14 Rev. Richard R. Andrus SVD Dcn. Frank E. Bains Dcn. Jerry W. Braud Br. Harold Harris SC Sr. Anne Michelle Ramagos CSJ October 26, 2018 VIEWPOINT The Catholic Commentator 21 Suicide and the soul

ore than 50 years ago, down or from a trauma so pow- In the tension between soul to cut herself on her arms or on directly against our health and James Hillman wrote a erful that it cannot be integrated and body, the body’s needs and other parts of her body. The cuts well-being. In my pastoral work Mbook entitled, “Suicide and simply breaks apart a impulses are more easily seen, are not intended to end life; they and sometimes simply being and the Soul.” The book was person’s psyche so that death, as understood, and attended to. are intended only to cause pain with a friend who is hurting, I intended for therapists and he sleep, as an escape, becomes an The body normally gets what it and blood. Why? The person sometimes find myself standing knew it wouldn’t receive an easy overwhelming temptation. Here wants or at least clearly knows cutting herself mostly cannot helplessly before someone who reception there or too, even though what it wants and why it is explain rationally why she is is hell-bent on some behavior elsewhere. There common sense, frustrated. The soul? Well, its doing this (or, at least, she can- that goes against his or her own were reasons. He medical practice needs are so complex that they not explain how this pain and well-being and which makes frankly admit- and rationality are are hard to see and understand, this blood-letting will in any no rational sense whatsoever. ted that some befuddled, we have not alone attended to. As Pascal way lessen or fix her emotional Rational argument and com- of the things he some grasp of why so famously put it: “The heart distress). All she knows is that mon sense are useless. He’s proposed in the this suicide hap- has it reasons of which reason she is hurting at a place she simply going to do this to his book would “go pened. knows nothing.” That is virtu- cannot get at and by own destruction. against all com- But there are ally synonymous with what hurting herself at a “The heart Why? The soul has mon sense, all suicides that are Hillman is saying. Our rational place she can get at, its reasons. All of medical practice, not the result of a understanding often stands be- she can deal with a has it reasons us, perhaps in less and rationality biochemical imbal- wildered before some inchoate pain that she cannot dramatic ways, itself.” But, as the ance, a genetic need inside us. get to. Hillman’s of which experience this title makes clear, predisposition, That inchoate need is our principle is on dis- in our own lives. he was speak- In Exile a catastrophic soul speaking, but it is not easy play here: The soul reason knows Sometimes we do ing about suicide emotional distress to pick up exactly what it is can, and does, make things that hurt and in trying to Father Ron Rolheiser or an overpowering asking of us. Mostly we feel our claims that can go nothing.” our physical health understand sui- trauma. How are soul’s voice as a dis-ease, a rest- against our physical and well-being cide, isn’t that exactly the case? these to be explained? lessness, a distress we cannot well-being. It has its Blaise Pascal and go against all Doesn’t it go against all common Hillman, whose writing exactly sort out, and as an in- reasons. Catholic Theologian common sense sense, all medical practice, and through more than 50 years ternal pressure that sometimes For Hillman, this and rationality. rationality itself? And that’s his have been a public plea for the asks of us something directly in is the “root meta- Our souls too have point. human soul, makes this claim: conflict with what the rest of us phor” for how a therapist should their reasons. In some cases, suicide can be “The soul can make claims that wants. We are, in huge part, a approach the understanding of And suicide too has its rea- the result of a biochemical im- go against the body and against mystery to ourselves. suicide. It can also be a valu- sons. balance or some genetic predis- our physical wellbeing, and Sometimes the claims of able metaphor for all us who are position that militates against suicide is often that, the soul the soul that go against our not therapists but who have to OBLATE FATHER RON ROLHEISER, life. That’s unfortunate and making its own claims.” What physical wellbeing are not so struggle to digest the death of a theologian, teacher and award- tragic, but it’s understandable a stunning insight! Our souls dramatic as to demand suicide loved one who dies by suicide. winning author, is president enough. That kind of sickness and our bodies do not always but in them, we can still clearly Moreover this is also a meta- of the Oblate School of Theol- goes against common sense, want the same things and are see what Hillman is asserting. phor that can be helpful in un- ogy in San Antonio, Texas. He medical practice and rationality. sometimes so much at odds We see this, for example, in the derstanding each other and un- can be contacted through his Suicide can also result from a with each other that death can phenomenon where a person in derstanding ourselves. The soul website ronrolheiser.com and catastrophic emotional break- be the result. severe emotional distress begins sometimes makes claims that go facebook.com/ronrolheiser My early days as a priest

fter serving as a priest for 58 esan chancellor, who told me that their New York. They told me the same thing, of them to return to the sacraments years, I’m often by asked by peo- seminary was at full capacity, and that “no room at the inn.” I finally realized based on their good conscience. Aple who knew that I was a native i lacked any college credits in Greek. I that this was divine providence at work FYI, that’s the reason I’m a huge New Yorker, how I became was very disappointed. Not and reconciled myself to the will of God. fan of Pope Francis. He has encouraged a priest of the Diocese of knowing what to do next, I I applied for admission to Paterson and Catholics in certain circumstances to rely Paterson, NJ? I was born went to the dean of Ford- was immediately accepted. After my more on conscience than on the letter of in Manhattan, raised in ham u., and asked him to ordination in 1960, they sent me off to the law, which always presumes that peo- St. Joan of Arc Parish, help me get enough credits Catholic University in Washington, D.C. ple are living in a state of mortal sin. The Jackson Heights, Queens, to make myself more ac- to get a doctorate in canon law. fact that we have annulments testifies to and I graduated from ceptable. He told me that When I returned with my JCD three the fact that often these early presump- Fordham University in even if I took some courses, years later, they made me the assistant tions turn out to be false. God knows that 1953. The Korean War was I’d have no guarantee that pastor at St. Brendan’s parish in Clifton, perfection in all circumstances is beyond still winding down and I they would accept me New Jersey, and I was happy at last. As heroic virtue, and he only calls on us was drafted into the U.S. because of the volume of an afterthought, I was also told that I to make a reasonable effort to be good. Army, serving my first candidates. would oversee the diocesan marriage Perfection is humanly impossible. The year as a military police- I still vividly remember Tribunal, part-time. It was hard at first, enemies of the pope are quick to con- man, and my second year his next few words, “Across but I gradually began to see it all as a demn people, including the pope himself, as a chaplain’s assistant. the Hudson River in New blessing in disguise. I had been given the and slow to “lift a finger to help them,” as I knew that I wanted Spirituality Jersey, the Paterson diocese power to help many divorced people who Jesus put it so wisely centuries ago. to be a priest, so after my is desperately in need of were suffering severely, and I began to The Holy Spirit often leads us in direc- discharge I immediately For Today vocations, why not apply understand how the rigid application of tions that favors mercy over legalism. made an appointment there?” I decided instead to canon law was denying them true justice. God bless you for your patience in these with the Brooklyn dioc- Father John Catoir apply to the Archdiocese of So, gradually, I began encouraging some challenging times. 22 The Catholic Commentator COMING EVENTS October 26, 2018

Holy Ghost Fall Fest – Holy Ghost Church, 507 U.S. Military on Sunday, Nov. 11, 10 a.m. The Mass will Casino and Hotel, 777 L’Auberge Ave., Baton Rouge. So- N. Oak Street, Hammond, will hold its Fall Fest Fri- include representation and special recognition of each cial hour and raffle will begin at 11 a.m. Tickets are $50 day, Oct. 26 – Sunday, Oct. 28. There will be food, military branch. For more information, call the St. Al- each or $500 for a table of ten. For more information, entertainment and a trick-or-treat village from 5 – phonsus church office at 225-261-4650. visit franu.edu/fete or call Elaine Crowe at 225-490- 6:30 p.m. on Saturday. For more information, visit 1637. hgchurch.org. Red Stick Catholic Fest – The Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry of the Diocese of Baton Rouge Day of Healing – Dr. Carol Razza, psychotherapist The 177 Project – St. Joseph Church, 255 N. 8th St., will host Red Stick Catholic Fest, a new high school and formation advisor at St. Vincent de Paul Seminary Ponchatoula, will present “The 177 Project: Adoration youth event for the Diocese of Baton Rouge, on Satur- in Boynton Beach, Florida, will speak at a Marian Ser- Across the Nation,” on Sunday, Oct. 28. The rosary will day, Nov. 10, 10 a.m. – 8:30 p.m., at the Greater Baton vants of the Eucharist Day of Healing, “Be Healed,” on be prayed at 6:45 p.m., followed by eucharistic adora- Rouge State Fairgrounds, 16072 Airline Hwy., Baton Saturday, Nov. 10, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., at St. George Church, tion at 7 p.m., and conclude with a concert at 8:15 p.m. Rouge. Check-in is from 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. The 7808 St. George Dr., Baton Rouge. Mass and lunch are Free tickets are available at the177project.com. event will feature national speakers, including Mike included in the day. Cost is $35. To register and for Patin, Mass and eucharistic adoration with Bishop Mi- more information, visit marianservants.com or send a Pro-Vita Dinner – Dr. Tom Neal, academic dean chael G. Duca, music by Cor13, the battle for the Red check made out to “Mary Mother of the Eucharist Com- and director of intellectual formation at Notre Dame Stick and more. Registration and more information are munity” to 7111 Village Maison Court, Unit 2, Baton Seminary in New Orleans, will speak at the Pro-Vita available at redstickcatholics.com. Rouge, LA 70809. benefit dinner and silent auction, “Let There Be Light” on Thursday, Nov. 8, 6:30 p.m., at the St. Michael High Born to Run – Woman’s New Life Center will host Discalced Carmelites – The Secular Order of Dis- School gym, 17521 Monitor Ave., Baton Rouge. Tickets its Born to Run Baton Rouge on Saturday, Nov. 10 at calced Carmelites will meet on Sunday, Nov. 11, 1:30 are $75 per person and $500 for a table of eight. Pro- North Blvd. Town Square. Runner sign-in will begin p.m., at the Our Lady of Mercy Parish Activity Center ceeds will provide scholarships for seminarians, reli- at 7:30 a.m. A 1-mile Fun Run/Walk begins at 8:30 in the St. Gabriel Room, 444 Marquette Ave., Baton gious and youth to attend the March for Life Pilgrimage a.m. and a 5K Run/Walk begins at 9 a.m. There will Rouge. For details, call Ethlyn White 225-803-3391 or in January. Register by visiting youthmarchforlife.org be a post “birth” day party with free food, music and email robertwhite456att.net. or mail registration to St. Michael High School, P.O. Box fun for the family. Proceeds will benefit Woman’s New 86110, Baton Rouge LA, 70879. For more information, Life Center. To register, visit womansnewlife.com/ Gentle Hands Memorial Service – A Gentle Hands call 225-620-5291 or email youthmarchforlife@gmail. borntorun. The last day for online registration is Mon- Memorial Service will be held for families who have com. day, Nov. 5. suffered the death of a child through miscarriage, still- birth, early infant loss or other tragedies on Tuesday, Veterans’ Mass – St. Alphonsus Liguori Church, Fran U Benefit– Franciscan Missionaries of Our Nov. 13, 6:30 p.m., at St. Aloysius Church, 2025 Stuart 14040 Greenwell Springs Road, Greenwell Springs, will Lady University will host their annual fundraiser, “Fete Ave., Baton Rouge. People of all faiths are welcome. For celebrate a Veterans’ Mass honoring all branches of the des Fideles,” on Saturday, Nov. 10, noon, at L’Auberge more information, call 337-728-8810.

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SISTERS  1968 when habits, with their From page 1 wool skirts, heavy cotton tops and two-layered veils, were no Sister Joan Laplace CSJ, as- longer required. As part of the sociate director of Mission Ad- administration for her commu- vancement at St. Joseph’s Acad- nity, it was Sister Kathleen’s job emy, credits the support of the to inform Louisiana bishops, Baton Rouge community for where the sisters had schools, the longevity of the sisters be- that the sisters would no lon- ing here. She said those initial ger wear habits. She still laughs weeks and months were near when she thinks about the re- primitive, including living in action from then-Archbishop one little house, taking care of Philip M. Hannan of New Or- themselves and of the students. leans, who made one request. Sister Joan said the sisters “He said, ‘That’s your deci- received assistance from such sion what you wear, I don’t have diverse sectors as grocers, Bishop Robert W. Muench delivers the homily during a special anniversary Mass Oct. 21 at St. Joseph any objection to that … but I’m farmers and bankers. Cathedral in Baton Rouge. Bishop Micheal G. Duca celebrated the Mass, which marked the 150th anniver- going to ask you if the sisters “Our belief is that the Ba- sary of the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph in Baton Rouge. A large number of friends and support- could keep one veil.’ He said ton Rouge community at large ers of the sisters as well as alumnae of St. Joseph’s Academy attended the Mass and the reception that fol- when we go to the hurricane helped us to get a foothold and lowed. Photo by Richard Meek | The Catholic Commentator​ shelters in Baton Rouge, ‘when for 150 years has stuck with they see that veil, it calms them us,” she said. “You can’t operate nessed much of that growth, at the Fourth Street location Joseph’s Parochial School. The down, so please save a veil,’ ” well without help from every- challenges and prosperity. She and had to ride the bus daily, memories of those first few Sister Kathleen laughed. body. was a sophomore student at wearing their habits. years teaching are special to Now wearing lay clothes, the “We’ve been able to not just SJA in 1941 when she helped “Broussard Street wasn’t Sister Kathleen, who recently Sisters of St. Joseph continue survive but to thrive for 150 the sisters move into the new even paved (at the time),” Sis- ran into one of her former first- on with an incredible love for years, through lots of ups and school building at its current ter Kathleen recalled. “People grade students on a retreat. The God and for their “dear neigh- downs, but every time we got location on Broussard Street. were asking why the sisters two women have since become bor.” And, as they celebrated down about something, it’s the Sister Kathleen said the old were moving out of town.” close friends. their own community during community that came together school had fallen into disrepair She was only 17-years-old Sister Kathleen also remem- the anniversary Mass at St. Jo- and helped us pull it back to- and the new school was a vast when she entered the order bers the changes that have seph Cathedral, they also cele- gether.” improvement for both students and by age 19 had taken first occurred through the years, brated the community that has Sister Kathleen has wit- and the sisters, who still lived vows and was teaching at St. including after Vatican II in embraced them for so long.

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Meg and Chris Sianne and Tina Our shelter is more than just a home. Audrey Jackie Sweet Dreams Prayer It is also the first step toward a brighter future. Children like those in Lord God, Giver of Life, the photos – Sarah, Audrey, Meg, Chris, Fill us with your Spirit. Jackie, Sianne and Tina – have had difficult lives, and their needs are very simple: love and security. Use our hands to shelter the homeless; Their mothers give them plenty of love, and we give them security. Use our hearts to enable sweet dreams; In 2001, a St. Vincent de Paul dream came true when we opened our Sweet Dreams Shelter for Use our voices to end homelessness. women and children. That dream grew over the past year as we expanded this facility, increasing May our actions improve life for others our bed capacity from 36 to 82. In addition to homeless women and children, we can now accept intact families and single-parent families headed by fathers. And reflect your abundant love. Through Christ our Lord, AMEN. This expanded facility is proof that, when people work together, dreams can come true. Thousands of prayers laid the foundation for this effort before the first concrete was poured. So, please Society of St. Vincent de Paul Bishop Ott Sweet Dreams Shelter keep praying! We need your prayers and financial support, so we can say "yes" to so many more who are facing the nightmare of homelessness. We need your help more than ever. www.svdpbr.org

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Supplement of The Catholic Commentator October 26, 2018 2B The Catholic Commentator LIVING WITH LOSS October 26, 2018 For Catholics, cremation allowed with appropriate respect ATLANTA (CNS) – In the University of Portland in Or- the parish church where the de- tee of Divine Worship of the U.S. adapted without losing their Catholic Church cremation has egon. ceased had belonged before the Conference of Catholic Bishops sense of respect for the person. become an accepted practice He then described a situa- eventual move to retirement in further explains the sacredness For instance, Father Ruth- when “serious reasons” present tion in which cremation might Florida would be a praiseworthy of the body even after death: erford explained, as with the a need for it and if the practice be pursued because of a private decision (made) out of love of the “This is the body once washed funeral liturgy when a body is maintains respect for the sa- order that goes “beyond eco- church and Christian customs.” in baptism, anointed with the present, “some form of worthy credness of the body and belief nomics.” Perhaps an elderly par- Cost is often a reason for oil of salvation, and fed with the vessel” containing the ashes is in the resurrection of the dead. ent dies in a Florida retirement choosing cremation. However, bread of life. This is the body met at the church door or placed The practice had previously home far away from the family Father Rutherford said that whose hands clothed the poor at the foot of the altar. Follow- been forbidden in the church, home in Alaska where he or she the cost discrepancy between a and embraced the sorrowing. ing the funeral rite, the commit- but a 1963 instruction by St. wishes to be buried, he said. burial and cremation has less- The human body is so inextrica- tal takes place whereby the cre- Paul VI explained that crema- Family members may live in dif- ened as “mortuaries and crema- bly associated with the human mated remains are entombed at tion is acceptable when prac- ferent parts of the country and tion providers – often now the person that it is hard to think of a cemetery or mausoleum. ticed “not out of hatred of the plan to make the trip home for same entity – are in business to a human person apart from his Certain cultural practices in church or Christian customs, the funeral at some point. provide goods and services for a or her body.” regards to cremated remains are but rather for reasons of health, “Cremation in Florida, per- profit.” For this reason, the church off limits to faithful Catholics. economics or other reasons in- haps following a funeral with Cremation illustrates the in- “earnestly recommends” bury- These include the desire of some volving public or private order.” the body present there, and terplay between Christian be- ing the body of the deceased, to scatter a loved one’s ashes at An example of public order transport of the cremated re- liefs and cultural influences. according to the 1983 Code of certain locations or to distribute would be the lack of adequate mains home to Alaska for a fam- “Early Christians wouldn’t have Canon Law, but does not forbid them to other family members. space for cemeteries, as is the ily funeral and committal in the conceived of it, but (cremation) cremation unless someone has Again, the church invokes the case in Japan and smaller family plot would be a reason- is part of our world,” said Father chosen cremation to deny hope importance of the integrity of countries in northern Europe, able request and not (done) out Rutherford, who co-wrote “The in the resurrection of the body. one’s body and the hope of res- said Holy Cross Father Richard of hatred,” Father Rutherford Death of a Christian: The Order When cremation is to be pur- urrection for the body. Rutherford, professor of theol- explained. “In fact, the desire of Christian Funerals.” sued there remains “the Catho- According to the bishops’ ogy and pastoral liturgy at the to have a Catholic funeral in Material from the Commit- lic way” of putting to rest the statement, “the scattering of cremated remains, according to cremated remains is not a prac- Father Rutherford. tice we believe is appropriate or First, when possible, the honors a person, and is there- preference is to hold the funeral fore not permitted.” SAINT JOSEPH WOODWORKS Mass or liturgy with the body of In either a traditional burial the deceased present and at the or cremation, the priest stressed person’s home parish as it is the that the important thing to al- place where he or she lived out ways remember is the “integrity Handcrafted the Christian life. of the body.” When the funeral liturgy or “The body is not simply the cypress caskets Mass is to be held in the pres- soul’s cage to throw away,” he ence of one’s cremated remains, said. “This was a person in rela- in the certain practices have been tionship with God.” monastic and traditional Tips for writing an obituary styles. 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SEE OBITS PAGE 7B October 26, 2018 LIVING WITH LOSS The Catholic Commentator 133B The ultimate guide to All Saints’ Day, Souls’ Day EVENTS writing a eulogy By Dignity Memorial eulogizing, including when and where they were born, important jobs they Holy Rosary Oct. 28, 11 a.m. Holy Rosary Cemetery Delivering a eulogy or funeral speech held, how many children they had and St. Amant Nov. 2, 8 a.m. Holy Rosary Cemetery is an opportunity to share the things you more. These details are a starting point Immaculate Conception Oct. 31, 4 p.m. Mass cherished about someone, brag on their for sharing meaningful stories. After Denham Springs Nov. 1, 8:30 a.m., noon, 7 p.m. Mass accomplishments, and tell friends and all, your dad was more than the job he Nov. 4, noon Memorial Service family about their unique charms and worked. Your spouse had passions be- for the deceased funny quirks. yond his children. Blessings of the Graves: 10 a.m. Old/New Red Oak, Livingston Simply giving a kind and respect- So how do you capture the best 2 p.m. Denham Springs Memorial ful speech will make a good eulogy. parts of a life? Spend some time think- 3 p.m. Beech Ridge, Denham Springs However, a little research can help you ing about what was meaningful to your 3:30 p.m. Milton/Palmetta, Walker write and deliver a wonderfully mean- loved one and which memories celebrate 4 p.m. Evergreen Memorial, ingful tribute that goes beyond a list their life. Most everyone has a pastime Denham Springs of accomplishments and virtues. But that feeds their soul and reflects a deep Immaculate Conception Nov. 3, 9 a.m. Chenal Cemetery writing a eulogy can be a difficult task interest. Maybe your wife was known for Lakeland afterwards Immaculate Conception Cemetery when time is limited and emotions are her beautiful garden or your father had Our Lady of Peace Nov. 4, 11 a.m. high. You may be tasked with writing a famous barbecue sauce recipe. Maybe Vacherie a eulogy in addition to making funeral your sister rescued hundreds of animals Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Oct. 28, 11:30 a.m. Mount Carmel Cemetery arrangements, supporting other fam- in her lifetime, or perhaps your brother St. Francisville ily members and working through your was a secret sculptor. Talk to other fam- Sacred Heart Chapel Oct. 28, 3 p.m. Lake Cemetery own grief. To make it a bit easier, we’ve ily members and friends about their Lake outlined a few things that can help you favorite memories and stories of your St. Ann Nov. 4, 11:15 a.m. write a touching and memorable eulogy. loved one. Here are a few thought-start- Morganza Brainstorm and research ers: Sts. Anthony of Padua Start by gathering all the biographi- Ask your spouse’s siblings to share and Le Van Phung cal details about the person you are SEE EULOGY PAGE 6B Baton Rouge Nov. 1, 7 a.m. English, 7:30 p.m. Vietnamese Nov. 2, 7 a.m. English, noon. Vietnamese & 7:30 p.m. A DAY FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY •…A TIME TO REFLECT ON THE LIVES OF THOSE WE LOVE St. Augustine Chapel Nov. 4, 9 a.m. St. Augustine Cemetery Belle Rose St. Augustine Nov. 4, noon New Roads THURSDAY St. Benedict the Moor Nov. 4 , 11:30 a.m. St. Benedict Cemetery st Napoleonville St. Elizabeth Oct. 28 , 11:45 a.m. approx. 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A BEAUTIFUL WAY TO CELEBRATE THE MEMORY OF THOSE MOST DEAR TO US 4B The Catholic Commentator LIVING WITH LOSS October 26, 2018 Catholic teaching, shows hope for those hurt by suicide ATTORNEYS AT LAW 270 S. Sharp Road • Baton Rouge, LA 70815 • (225) 924-7597 PHILADELPHIA (CNS) – suicide has no single cause. as mental health counselors JAMES R. COXE, III and ASSOCIATES On a November morning, Fa- Mental and physical health, unless they have received train- Personal Injury General Practice ther Marc Capizzi had his ro- relationship issues, sexual and ing and licensure as such, he AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENTS WILLS and SUCCESSIONS sary in hand when he left the substance abuse – along with said. However, clergy should be WRONGFUL DEATH CORPORATIONS PRODUCT LIABILITY SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY rectory at St. Albert the Great financial, employment, legal able to refer parishioners to ap- SEAMAN/HARBOR WORKERS CLAIMS REAL ESTATES MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CRIMINAL DEFENSE Parish in the Philadelphia sub- and housing difficulties – have propriate treatment, and above Family Law Personal Bankruptcy urb of Huntingdon Valley. all been shown to contribute to all, priests can pray with and Notary in Office Having received an an- a person’s deci- provide spiritual TELEPHONE (225) 924-7597 guished call from a parishioner, sion to end his or support for those “In Home Consultations on Request” he set out to comfort a family her life. contemplating that had just lost a son to sui- The complexi- suicide. cide. ties of mental, “God is with His heartbreaking mission emotional and you, and the was not out of the ordinary. physical health church’s blessing “It’s probably more com- are recognized is always avail- mon than you would think,” by the Catho- able,” he told Record your personal Father Capizzi said. “A number lic Church in its CatholicPhilly. of priests have had this experi- stance on sui- com, the news wishes and instructions ence.” cide. outlet of the According to a recently re- “Suicide itself Archdiocese of in a pre-arrangement leased report from the Cen- is a gravely dis- Father Marc Capizzi Philadelphia. ters for Disease Control, that ordered act, an In addition, the experience is becoming more evil one,” said Father Bernard sacraments – particularly con- common. From 1999 to 2016, Taglianetti, a professor of mor- fession and the Eucharist – pro- suicide rates increased by more al theology at St. Charles Borro- vide profound healing for those than 30 percent in half of the meo Seminary in Wynnewood. in despair. Through confession, nation’s states. Almost 45,000 “However, the church also rec- an individual can be “relieved Americans die by suicide each ognizes that strong emotional of spiritual anguish from bad year, making it the 10th leading experiences – deep suffering, decisions or thoughts,” said Fa- cause of death in the U.S. deep depression – can diminish ther Taglianetti, while the holy Recent celebrity suicides, one’s culpability.” Eucharist makes Christ’s love a such as those of fashion design- Father Taglianetti noted tangible reality. CATHERINE WILBERT CHUSTZ er Kate Spade and celebrity chef that the church relies on the Although some Christian Pre-need Counselor Anthony Bourdain, also have expertise of mental health pro- denominations maintain that highlighted the issue. fessionals in evaluating and suicide results in automatic and Plaquemine Port Allen Both the CDC and the Amer- crafting a pastoral response to eternal damnation, the Catholic 225-687-1850 ican Foundation for Suicide suicide. faith does not despair of God’s 225-383-1850 Prevention emphasize that Priests cannot be regarded mercy for those who take their own lives. “The Catholic Church doesn’t ever decide or declare that Hospice is not about giving up someone is in hell,” said Father Taglianetti. “What’s important … it’s about taking control here is hope – hope in the love of God, and in his divine mer- • We rely upon the intercession of our Blessed Mother to assist us in imitating the healing ministry of Jesus cy.” Christ as we care for terminally ill patients and their families. That mercy can save a soul • We call forth the compassion and kindness of our staff, who serve in this health care ministry, to respond to even in its final moments on the physical, spiritual and emotional needs of our patients and their families. earth, he added. “At the very last second of • We believe in the sacredness of life from conception to natural death, and we devote ourselves to a person’s life, if they’ve done supporting patients and families through the dying process at the end of life’s journey on this earth and new life in eternity. this terrible act to themselves, they can cry out to God, whose mercy is infinite,” said Father Taglianetti. Those who commit suicide are no longer necessarily re- fused a Christian burial, said The right people, Father Dennis Gill, director of doing the right thing the Archdiocese of Philadel- for the right reason. phia’s Office for Divine Wor- SERVING PEOPLE OF ALL FAITHS ship. www.NotreDameHospice-NO.org • (225) 243-7358 Although suicide was once Notre Dame Hospice does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, disability or age in admission, treatment, ability to pay, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. regarded as a denial of God’s SEE HOPE PAGE 6B October 26, 2018 LIVING WITH LOSS The Catholic Commentator 135B Parish cemeteries: A labor, but also a labor of love

WASHINGTON (CNS) – Often markers, take photos of each of charged with keeping tabs on the istry: “Like catechesis, like reli- self-sustaining. It has to pay its overlooked amid issues of grief them and post them on a website 125 cemeteries in the Madison gious education, like the Catholic own way.’ That’s not an unrea- and loss in Catholic families after called findagrave.com. Diocese. “It’s the perfect ministry, school, the cemetery is a minis- sonable thing to say, but at some the death of a loved one is that Of the 2,500 people buried because it’s right there, it’s right try. In some situations, you say: level, there’s going to be some lev- thousands of parishes across the there, “there’s just 200 people in the middle of your parish.” ‘Listen, the cemetery has to be SEE CEMETERIES PAGE 7B United States have their own par- that I don’t know where” they are, Emmel said some parishes ish cemetery. Fisher said. “Before 1950, before have the opportunity to expand The Diocese of Madison, Wis- vaccinations and stuff, the child their cemeteries when adjacent consin, alone has 125 parish cem- mortality rate was pretty high. farmers – who themselves could All Saints eteries. There are children who would be parishioners – sell some acre- The majority of these cem- have buried from the flu epidem- age to the parish. Day Mass eteries were established when the ic. Wooden crosses do not survive “The parish cemetery is like a parish, then new, was founded in 100 years.” He’s also skeptical of a business. You’ve got to approach November 1, 2018 a rural area far from the closest report of a burial at the cemetery it with that kind of mindset,” Em- 11:00 am neighboring parish in another vil- in a year that predates the par- mel told Catholic News Service. Bring your lawn chair. lage or the center of the diocese. ish’s founding. “You’ve got inventory, you’re sell- Stay afterwards for lunch The parish cemetery also was a What Fisher likes is the grotto ing things, you’ve got customer welcoming presence for Catho- shrine built in 1881 inside the service, a lot of record-keeping – at the Reception Center. lics and made burying their loved cemetery. “I go there because it more so than a general nonprofit ones easier in an era when there makes me feel peaceful,” he said, might think about. Then you’ve was still a great degree of suspi- even though he’ll spend two or got the whole ministry side. ... you cion – and separation – between three hours cleaning it. start adding that in, there’s a lot Catholics and non-Catholics. There are still a few plots avail- to learn, but it’s not overwhelm- Those kinds of attitudes have able, likely returned to the par- ing.” largely dissipated, as have the ish, according to Ellen Paluzzi, Emmel added, “People in the distances between parishes as a parishioner and former parish parishes, a lot of them have busi- cities have grown and swallowed secretary. “In fact, I’m going to be nesses. A lot of them know how to up farmland in their path. buried out there,” she said. keep a cemetery in operation – or One Wisconsin Catholic of- Parish cemeteries are “not any business, really.” ficial who oversees parish cem- all that uncommon” in the Mid- He explained the dual nature eteries calls them “the perfect west, said Grant Emmel, who is of cemetery as business and min- ministry, because it’s right there, it’s right in the middle of your parish.” In Detroit, Assumption Grotto Parish on the city’s northeast side has its own cemetery. When the parish was founded in 1832, it was 11 miles from its “mother church,” Ste. Anne de Detroit, established in 1701 as the first French settlers set down roots in Detroit. In the intervening 185 years since Assumption was estab- lished, Detroit grew up and shot past what had been known as “Greinerville,” named after an As- sumption Grotto family of French descent that ran a post office and general store. Greiner Road starts across the street from the church and ends at a large Catholic cem- etery in Detroit, Mount Olivet. Suburban development has spread 18 miles northbound past the parish, and the neighborhood surrounding the church has seen better days. It is pockmarked with dilapidated houses and vacant lots where houses once stood. Yet the parish goes on – and its cemetery, too. Joe Fisher grew up in the par- ish, was an altar boy and choir boy, and delivered newspapers on the street behind the 3.5-acre cemetery, where his father is bur- ied. Over the past seven years, he’s taken it upon himself to map out the cemetery, clean the grave 6B The Catholic Commentator LIVING WITH LOSS October 26, 2018

EULOGY fore the funeral service. As you prac- From page 3B tice your funeral speech, you’ll most OLOM planning likely pause and edit several times, their funniest childhood stories. adding details or reorganizing your Have your children reflect on a time thoughts. It can be helpful to practice when their dad made them feel special. with a sibling, child or parent who can Garden of Peace Gather your mom’s grandchildren give helpful feedback. Once you have a and ask them to share what they loved final draft, take the time to proofread Our Lady of Mercy Church has complet- Mercy’s Garden of Peace web page. best about their grandmother. the eulogy and double-check all the de- ed a design phase of the planned Garden of During meetings, Father Milano is re- Call up former teachers and class- tails. Peace and is currently holding “Lunch and flecting reflect upon how in the early years mates and get them to tell you about Keep in mind that a eulogy isn’t an Learn” meetings with pastor Father Cleo of the church, during periods of persecu- the special qualities and attributes that opportunity to air out a grievance or Milano. tion, the bodies of Christians were burned your brother possessed. make sense of a loss. It’s an opportu- Those meetings are designed to educate as an insult to the Christian belief of the Once you’ve gathered all the in- nity to tell the story of a remarkable the public to learn more about Catholic fu- resurrection of the body. For this reason, formation you can, start writing. If life. As you complete your eulogy draft, neral rites with cremains. the church for many centuries did not allow you’re having trouble getting going, add a final tribute to close your speech. The idea of a columbarium garden for cremation since it was associated with dis- pick a theme to help you organize your This could be a simple statement that the interment of cremains originated dur- respect and mockery of belief in the resur- thoughts. If your dad spent most of his ties your thoughts together, a favorite ing Traditions for Tomorrow, which was a rection. Centuries later, this is no longer the time outdoors, share stories related to Scripture or quote or a final heartfelt master planning period for Mercy. case and people today no longer associate his wild camping trips, mishaps at the farewell. “Our cremains garden will be a history cremation with those ideas. lake or the ways he shared his love for Tips for delivering a eulogy of people, a perpetual record of yesterday, In May 1963, the Vatican Congregation nature with others. If your spouse’s Before you take the podium at a fu- a sanctuary of peace today and a statement of the Doctrine of Faith lifted the prohibi- greatest joy was her grandchildren, neral or memorial service, print out of care and belief in tomorrow,” Father Mi- tion forbidding Catholics to choose cre- share their favorite memories of her the eulogy in a large font with double lano said. “Our beautiful Garden of Peace mation. This permission to be cremated and all the ways her legacy will live on line spacing so that you can easily read exists because every life is worth living and was incorporated into the revised Code of through other family members. De- what you’ve prepared. Remember to remembering always so that from the cra- Canon Law of 1983 (Canon No. 1176) as well scribe how your mom devoted her ex- speak slowly. Take deep breaths and dle to the grave, the church will be our true as into the Order of Christian Funerals. The tra time to the community by teaching make eye contact with family mem- spiritual home.” bishops of the United States and the Holy classes, helping at a food bank or serv- bers and friends. Have a glass of water The Garden of Peace will be open and See have authorized the celebration of a ing on the board of nonprofits. nearby in case you need to clear your welcome to everyone, including Catholic Catholic funeral liturgy with the cremated Each life is unique, and a well-writ- throat. and non-Catholics. Located in the heart of remains present. The church no longer pro- ten eulogy expresses a person’s unique If while you’re sharing your eu- Baton Rouge, this place of burial is uniquely hibits cremation. personality, reminds people of the good logy, you stumble over your words or located in close proximity to the church’s Because of All Saints Day on Nov. 1 and times, and helps generate even more become emotional, that’s OK! It’s per- Perpetual Adoration Chapel and main All Souls Day the following day, the month fond memories of a life well celebrated. fectly natural. Allow yourself to pause, sanctuary. is an ideal time to consider funeral plan- Edit and practice your delivery wipe your eyes with a tissue and then The garden will feature mosaics, foun- ning. Proper planning for this eventual re- Once you have a draft of the eulogy, continue with your message of love, tains and a central pavilion, providing an ality is considered one of the best gifts one start practicing your delivery well be- laughter, remembrance and gratitude. ideal and convenient location for the final can give to families members by taking the resting place of loved ones. burden of these decisions off of them. In the Pre-construction sale of columbarium deep Catholic tradition of South Louisiana, spaces is now in progress. Garden of Peace each year on the Feast of All Saints, an an- HOPE  suffering can be redemptive if viewed niches are available in two sizes, both of nual blessing of the columbarium Garden From page 4B in the light of faith. which can accommodate the cremains of of Peace is planned. Families will be invited “It allows others more deeply into two people. Beautiful renderings and addi- to participate in the prayer and blessing in mercy and power in a person’s life, your life,” he said, contrasting two tional information can be found by visiting remembrance of their beloved dead. modern research affirms that “a person high-profile cases of terminal brain who takes his or her life most likely did cancer – that of Brittany Maynard, an not make a rational decision,” said Fa- outspoken physician-assisted suicide ther Gill in an emailed statement. advocate who took her life in 2014; “Therefore, there is all the more rea- and Father Philip G. Johnson, a priest son to entrust the soul to the Lord with of the Diocese of Raleigh, North Car- a funeral Mass,” he wrote. olina, priest who has fought his ill- Remember With Us Catholic teaching also addresses the ness since being diagnosed in 2008 issues of euthanasia and end-of-life at age 24. Every year, Roselawn hosts an outdoor care. While still a seminarian, Father Mass to observe All Saints Day at an open space, called Direct euthanasia, defined as “an Johnson wrote an open letter to May- Crucifix Island, weather permitting. action or omission which of itself or nard detailing his own medical strug- Join us Thursday, Nov. 1st at noon with Father Walsh by intention causes death” to eliminate gles and urging her to remain alive as along with families and friends for a day of suffering, is “morally unacceptable,” “an example and inspiration.” remembrance, fellowship and flowers. according to a 1980 Vatican declara- “Suffering is not worthless, and our tion and the Catechism of the Catholic lives are not our own to take,” Father Silk flowers available at our cemetery office. Church. Physician-assisted suicide is Johnson stated in his letter. “We do not considered a form of euthanasia. seek pain for its own sake, but our suf- In cases of terminal illness, the fering can have great meaning if we try church distinguishes between ordi- to join it to the Passion of Christ and nary and extraordinary means of care. offer it for the conversion or intentions While ordinary care offers a reason- of others.” 4045 North Street able hope for improvement without Father Taglianetti observed that overburdening the patient, extraordi- suffering can ultimately be a road to 225-344-0186 nary means excessively burdening the sainthood. patient without benefit and can be re- “It can be an act of prayer, an act of RoselawnBatonRouge.com fused. love,” he said. “And God’s love is not Father Taglianetti observes that at temporary, but eternal, which always whatever period it occurs in one’s life, give us hope.” October 26, 2018 LIVING WITH LOSS The Catholic Commentator 137B

CEMETERIES  “It became my laboratory,” he re- and Seattle. OBITS  formation. Well-wishers From page 5B called. Sankovich left the ordained It was in Seattle that Archbishop From page 2B who read the obituary priesthood as a new pastor finally Raymond G. Hunthausen, then head may want to send flowers el of expectation that this is important arrived in 1975, “but he asked me to of the archdiocese, challenged him ous inquiries about the or make donations to ex- to us, and it’s worth it to us to expend hang on to the cemetery,” he said. on whether there was any longer a loved one’s demise at the press their condolences. some of our resources to keep this up As an ex-priest, Sankovich didn’t need for Catholic cemeteries. Working ensuing visitation and Include the family prefer- and running. have an obvious career to fall back on with a committee, Sankovich not only funeral services. ence regarding flowers or “Now, is it prudent that it’s com- – “my master’s (degree) was in New agreed that “the theology was bad,” • Include some bio- donations in the obituary. pletely supported by the parish? It’s Testament,” he said – “but I was do- but that it could be improved – and in graphical information. When requesting dona- not an either-or, it’s a both-and,” Em- ing some counseling with a couple of the committee’s report, showed how. Obituaries are typically tions be made to the de- mel continued. “You do it because you guys that were based in New York City Archbishop Hunthausen was so more than simple an- ceased’s favorite charity, are prudent with the use of the funds who had discernment programs for impressed with the report, Sankovich nouncements of death. include the charity’s full you’ve been given; you’ve invested in resigned priests. said, that he sent it to his fellow bish- Some simple biological name and contact infor- them over time. You get gifts, you get “It was their recommendation that ops. information can shed mation or a website in the bequests, and you use that to build up I look to something in the area of grief Sankovich for some years has been light on who the de- obituary. a fund that will generate revenue for and bereavement,” he added. a Catholic cemetery consultant, work- ceased was and his or • Include visitation the cemetery to offset expenses. The So he went off to California “to do ing out of Tucson, Arizona. He was her personal and pro- and funeral information. majority of the expenses are offset by a weeklong workshop with Elisabeth traveling roughly every 10 out of 14 fessional accomplish- Be sure to include the the revenues generated by past users Kubler-Ross,” the Swiss psychiatrist days, but is now semi-retired. He also ments. Avoid getting too day, location and visita- of the cemetery.” who had established her “five stages has produced six manuals for parish detailed, as newspapers tion hours for viewings. And the trump card for many in of grief” concept in the 1960s, he told cemeteries, some of which are over may not accept obituar- If the funeral will be the parish, according to Emmel, is the CNS. 150 pages. ies that are very lengthy. public, include the day reality that in the parish, and its par- “I became good friends with Elisa- Given his travels, where does But biographical infor- and time of the funeral ish cemetery, “our parents are there, beth and started thinking about cem- Sankovich want to be buried? mation like full name, as well. our grandparents are there, our kids eteries. I was in the Catholic Cemetery “I’m going to be buried in Central place of birth, family • Have the obituary are there.” Conference,” an association for dioc- City (Pennsylvania), next to my sister, (i.e., spouse, children, ready one to two days Joe Sankovich, a former priest, got esan cemetery directors, “and they in my (childhood) parish, in that same grandchildren, etc.), before the services are thrown into parish cemetery minis- were doing absolutely nothing for par- place, close to the Flight 93 memo- military service, place scheduled. Publishing try as an associate pastor at a subur- ish cemeteries” at the time, he added. rial,” he replied. “On the top of the hill of employment, charity the obituary a couple of ban Detroit parish, when the pastor Long story short, Sankovich be- there is a Polish cemetery. My grand- work, and hobbies can days in advance of visi- left and a new one was not immedi- came an authority on parish cemeter- parents are on one side are in the Pol- give readers an accurate tation hours gives loved ately reassigned, leaving him and the ies, working in New England, New ish cemetery, the grandparents on the idea of the life your loved ones of the deceased other associate to split duties. One of Jersey, and in the Archdioceses of other side are in the (adjacent) Slove- one lived. time to arrange to visit Sankovich’s was the parish cemetery. New York, Indianapolis, Milwaukee nian cemetery.” • Include donation in- and pay their respects.

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