The CatholicWitness The Newspaper of the Diocese of Harrisburg September 26, 2014 Vol. 48 No. 18

CHRIS HEISEY, THE CATHOLIC WITNESS The colors of Hispanic heritage filled St. Patrick Cathedral and the steps of the state Capitol in Harrisburg Sept. 14 for the Diocesan Hispanic Heritage Mass. The celebration displayed the culture and gifts of Hispanic Catholics, and marked the 70th anniversary of ministry to Spanish-speaking Catholics in the diocese. See cover- age of the Mass and the Hispanic Apostolate on pages 8 and 9. Philadelphia Meeting, Synods Will be Part of Debate on Families

By Francis X. Rocca Pope Francis has said both synods will con- Catholic News Service sider, among other topics, the eligibility of divorced and civilly remarried Catholics to The World Meeting of Families in Phila- receive Communion, whose predicament he delphia in September 2015 will serve as a has said exemplifies a general need for mercy forum for debating issues on the agenda for in the church today. the world Synod of Bishops at the Vatican the “We’re bringing up all the issues that would following month, said the two archbishops re- have appeared in the preparation documents sponsible for planning the Philadelphia event. for the synod as part of our reflection,” said At a Sept. 16 briefing, Archbishop Vincen- Archbishop Charles J. Chaput of Philadel- zo Paglia, president of the Pontifical Council phia, regarding plans for the world meeting. for the Family, described the world meeting “I can’t imagine that any of the presenters as one of several related events to follow the won’t pay close attention to what’s happen- October 2014 extraordinary Synod of Bishops ing” in Rome. on the family, which will prepare an agenda Archbishop Chaput said as many as 15,000 for the worldwide synod one year later. people are expected to take part in the meet- Such events, including a January 2015 ing, whose program will be kept flexible to meeting in Rome with family and pro-life allow for topics that emerge from the bishops’ groups, will enable a debate on the synod’s discussions at the Vatican this October. agenda “at the international, global level,” “But we haven’t approached this as a part Archbishop Paglia said. “It is important that of the synod,” Archbishop Chaput said. “It’s this text not remain an abstract text reserved a celebration of family life, the Catholic to some specialists.” Church’s commitment to support families.” “In this way, the debate at the ordinary syn- Pope Francis is widely expected to attend od will be enriched,” the archbishop said. the Philadelphia event, although Archbishop Chaput noted that an official an- nouncement in that regard might not come until well into 2015. If the pope does attend, he said, a “papal Mass could easily draw more than a million people.” Among the other family-relat- ed events planned for the com- COURTESY OF WWW.WORLDMEETING2015.ORG ing year, Pope Francis will meet The icon for the World Meeting of Families, to take place in Philadelphia in September 2015, focuses on the Holy Family. It was More SYNODS, page 13 created by Neilson Carlin of Kennett Square, Pa. The 2 - Catholic Witness • September 26, 2014

CHRIS HEISEY, THE CATHOLIC WITNESS During an annual meeting at the Cardinal Keeler Center in Harrisburg at the start of the school year, Catholic school principals gathered for Mass cele- brated by Bishop Ronald W. Gainer. The Diocesan Department for Catholic Schools meets with the principals three times a year on site, two-off site meetings and one retreat day to focus on educational and spiritual needs. The gathering in Harrisburg on Sept. 10 addressed new policies and a school compensation study. Other topics during the meetings include supervision, marketing and development, school safety and security, and the integration of the faith into the curriculum. McDevitt Dedicates Wing to State Representative Bishop McDevitt High School in Harrisburg dedi- other legislators for the state’s Educational Improve- cated a wing of its state-of-the-art facility in honor ment Tax Credit Program, which results in scholar- of state representative and alumnus Ronald Marsico ship money for students to attend the school of their on Sept. 9. The Honorable Ronald S. Marsico ’65 choice. This year, students at Bishop McDevitt are Center for History and Government is located on the receiving $425,000 in scholarship assistance, Father first floor of the high school. Quinlan noted, thanking Rep. Marsico for “his con- “Ron has been a faithful graduate and a faith- stant support in all the things that are helpful to our ful friend to Bishop McDevitt, and to many other students and to our families. schools across our area,” Sister Mary Anne Bednar, IHM, principal, told a gathering of a few dozen stu- In remarks after the blessing of the wing, Rep. dents, faculty, priests and guests of Rep. Marsico in Marsico expressed his humility for the recognition attendance for the after-school dedication ceremony, from his alma mater. during which Bishop Ronald W. Gainer blessed the “My Catholic education shaped me and prepared A 1965 graduate of Bishop McDevitt, State Represen- me to achieve my goals, and now, 50 years later, I wing. tative Ronald Marsico has been supportive of his alma Father Edward J. Quinlan, Diocesan Secretary for mater and of Catholic education, including through am able to give something back to my alma mater. I Education, noted the support of Rep. Marisco and the Educational Improvement Tax Credit program. truly feel like I have come full circle,” he said.

State Representative Ronald Marsico speaks about the education he received at Bishop McDevitt High School during a recent dedication of the school’s history and government wing in his honor. Looking on are Bishop Ronald Gainer and Father Edward J. Quinlan, Diocesan Secretary for Education, left, and Father John Acri, right.

CHRIS HEISEY, THE CATHOLIC WITNESS The September 26, 2014 • Catholic Witness - 3 Annual Fishers of Men Dinner Father To Benefit the Seminarians of the Diocese of Harrisburg Lawrence Coakley Friday, October 3 Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg Laid to Rest Hors d’oeuvres served at 6:00 Dinner begins at 7:00 By Jen Reed The Catholic Witness Cost is $150 per plate, $800 per table of six, or $1,000 per table of eight Father Lawrence R. Coakley died at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville on Sept. 10, sur- We are faced with a challenge! Many rounded by his family. He was 65. dioceses throughout the United States are facing the challenge of fewer vocations to The funeral Mass was celebrated Sept. 15 at the priesthood. We in the Diocese of Har- Our Lady of Mount Carmel risburg are faced with a different kind of Church in Mount Carmel by challenge – the need to provide solid sem- Bishop Ronald W. Gainer, inary formation for an increasing number with Father Francis Karwacki, of men who are studying for the priest- pastor, as concelebrant, and hood. What a wonderful challenge to be blessed with! As we have counted on your Father Joseph Stahura, pas- prayers for young men considering a vo- tor of St. Mark the Evangelist cation to the priesthood, so now we need Parish in Greencastle and St. your financial help in providing seminary Luke the Evangelist Mission formation for them. in Mercersburg, as homilist. The Most Reverend Ronald W. Gainer, Bishop of Harrisburg, invites you to the annual Fishers of Men Dinner on October 3 at the Cardinal Keeler Center in Harrisburg. “Father Larry reiterated of- Let us meet this challenge together! Make a reservation for the dinner, or make a donation, at ten his love for the priesthood http://www.hbgdiocese.org/event/fishers-of-men-dinner/ of Jesus Christ, Our Blessed Contact the Office of Vocations at 717-657-4804, ext. 282, or [email protected]. Lady and the privilege to offer Mass,” Father Stahura said in the homily. Reflecting on a quote from St. Paul’s Letter to the Romans – “Nothing can separate us from the love of Christ” – Father Stahura remarked that Job Opening “Father Larry always knew that Jesus Christ is the Way, the Truth and the Life.” Father Coakley was born in Danville on March Cook for Priests 2, 1949, to Thomas and Catherine Coakley, and was a native of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Par- Retirement Residence ish in Mount Carmel. He attended Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, Mount Carmel Catholic Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Harrisburg is seeking a kitchen cook for the Bishop Dattilo Re- High School and Our Lady of Lourdes High tirement Residence for Priests in Harrisburg. Responsible for menu planning in line with dietician’s School, graduating in 1967. He studied for the recommendations, stocking of kitchen, preparation of food, cooking and serving of meals. Also respon- priesthood at St. Mary’s College in St. Mary’s, sible for the cleaning of the kitchen and equipment. This position requires excellent knowledge of food Ky., and St. Vincent Seminary in Latrobe, Pa. hygiene and food preparation, along with a positive attitude and a desire to deliver the best possible Father Coakley was ordained to the priesthood meals. Must be able to work independently and without close supervision. by Bishop Joseph Daley on April 24, 1976, at High school graduate or equivalent education is required. Preference is given to persons with educa- St. Patrick Cathedral in Harrisburg. He served tion and experience in quantity cooking and therapeutic diets. Minimum of one year of food service experience in a health care dietary setting is desired. at Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Vir- gin Mary Parish in Berwick, St. Joseph Parish Complete job description is available online at www.hbgdiocese.org/jobs. in Shamokin, Corpus Christi Parish in Cham- bersburg, St. Rose of Lima Parish in York, Holy Send résumé and letter of interest to: Trinity Parish in Columbia, Presentation of the Carole A. Klinger, MBA Blessed Virgin Mary in Marietta, St. Theresa Director of Administration, Catholic Charities Parish in New Cumberland, Sacred Heart of 4800 Union Deposit Road Harrisburg, PA 17111-3710 Jesus Parish in Lewistown, St. Jude Thaddeus [email protected] Parish in Mifflintown, St. Francis of Assisi Par- ish in Harrisburg, St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Lancaster, and St. Margaret Mary Parish in Harrisburg. “Father Larry was a priest with a big heart, Bishop Gainer’s extremely affable and was truly gifted,” said Fa- ther Stahura. Their friendship was forged during Public Calendar the years they served together at Corpus Christi in Chambersburg and St. Theresa’s in New Cumberland. • September 28 – Celebrant at Mass for 50th Anniversary of the Geisinger Chaplaincy, Father Stahura said that Father Coakley will Basilica of Ss. Cyril & Methodius, Danville, 3 p.m. be remembered for his generosity and joy. • September 29 – Ground breaking of new church at Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, Cornwall, “All will remember his kindness, compassion, 6:30 p.m. understanding and willingness to adjust to any- • September 30 - Keynote Speaker banquet for Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation, Radisson Hotel body, at any place, in all circumstances,” he said. in Camp Hill, 6 p.m. Father Coakley is survived by two brothers, • October 3 – Speaker at Fishers of Men Banquet, Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg, 6 p.m. a sister, 13 nieces and nephews, and six great • October 4 - Celebrate Mass and bless the new convent quarters, Misericordia Nursing Facility, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death York, 10:30 a.m. by his parents. Memorial contributions may be made to the • October 4 - Preside at Mass in honor of the Capuchin Friars, St. Joseph Church, York, 5 p.m. Church of Our Lady, 47 South Market Street, • October 5 – Catholic Campus Ministry virtual meeting, Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg, Mount Carmel, PA 17851, or to St. Jude Re- 7:30 p.m. search Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, • October 6 – Principal celebrant at Diocesan Red Mass, St. Patrick Cathedral, noon. TN 38105. The 4 - Catholic Witness • September 26, 2014

Sunday Series: ‘Talk Tech’ Eucharistic Assembly at the Parish Life By Sister Geralyn Schmidt, SCC Special to The Witness Technology Conference Recently, I had the great priviledge of attending Mass in one of our parishes. St. Joseph Parish in York will host its second Parish Life Technology Con- Realizing I was a bit early for Mass, I was happy to spend some time pray- ing before the liturgy began. Upon entering the darkened church, I noticed ference (PLTC) on Monday, Oct. 13 from 9 a.m.-3:15 p.m. The conference that there was an older woman already praying in the second pew. I smiled is an opportunity for anyone interested in using a wide range of technolo- because I recognized her from one the classes of the Dioc- gies for evangelization, catechesis, worship, socialization and church office esan Institute, for which I was the technician. As the time tasks. It is a non-threatening day for the “tech-illiterate” and for experts Mass drew near, I watched people en- looking for new ideas to use technology for their church. Those who may ter the church, genuflect, and recollect themselves waiting for the priest. They Thoughts find it specifically useful include pastors or priests, deacons, directors or reminded me of the countless individ- from a Catholic coordinators of religious education, and volunteer ministers such as those uals who set up on a beach front and Evangelist serving on pastoral councils, finance councils, development committees, or cover themseves in sunscreen as they Sister Geralyn other parish volunteers. bathe in the sun. As they waited, these This year’s theme is “UPLINKED”: focusing on reaching out to people individuals basked in the radiance of Schmidt, SCC the infinite love of Christ present in using print, electronic, and telephonic communications while assisting the Blessed Sacrament. I was deeply church workers in catching parishioners’ attention, conveying authentic care struck to note that these men and women of all ages, for a few to the community, and providing ways to connect with other resources for moments, suspended their schedules and their busy lives to share with me their evangelization and catechesis. Join us as we discover ways to help people personal faith and their love for Christ as we participated in the Mass together. know they are connected to something greater than themselves, that they As I sat there among them, I could not help thinking of one of my students, my resident philosopher. When I was teaching a sixth-grade class about the have support, and that they belong to something supernatural. They matter. Kingdom of God, I asked, “If Jesus walked Melrose Avenue in Bronx, New They are loved. Get them UPLINKED. The keynote speaker is Matt Warner, York, what would he use as an example of the Kingdom of God?” Miguel CEO of Flocknote.com, national speaker and blogger. raised his hand and responded, “The Kingdom of God is like an apartment The day includes six speakers providing seven workshops throughout the building. Each of the bricks in the buidling represents our personal uniqueness. day. The cost to attend is $40 per person and includes lunch. For more infor- The cement that joins the bricks together is our prayer and the presence of the Eucharist in our midst.” My jaw dropped open and I asked Miguel, “Can I mation, or to register (deadline: Oct 6), visit www.ParishLifeTech.com or quote you until I am old and gray?” He nodded in affirmation as my students send an e-mail to [email protected]. giggled over my response. His answer brought home to me a profound reality about the Eucharistic assembly and a reality of the meaing of “Church.” From the Catechism of the Catholic Church, (p. 1348), we read: “Christians come together in one place for the Eucharistic assembly.” We gather together to experience individually as well as corporately within the local Church an “intense expression of the reality of the Church’s life” (Apostolic Letter Dies Domini, 32). During Sunday Mass, we encounter the presence of the Risen Lord as did the first apostles on the evening of Easter (John 20:19). “Through To report suspected their testimony, every generation of believers hears the greeting of Christ … abuse of a minor, ‘Peace be with you!’” Christ’s presence among the apostles assembled together a week later can be seen as a “a radical prefiguring of the Christian commu- call the toll free PA Child nity’s practice of coming together every seven days, on ‘the Lord’s Day’ or Abuse Hotline: Sunday, in order to profess faith in his Resurrection and to receive the blessing 1-800-932-0313 which he had promised: ‘Blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe’ (Jn 20:29).” (DD 33) To report suspected abuse As I sat there in the darkened church, I realized in a profound way what the two disciples in Emmaus first learned: Christ is recognized in our midst in the of a minor by a church breaking, the blessing and the distribution of the Bread of Life. Though we official, employee or can spend quiet time in the woods, on the beach, in our rooms, etc., it is only volunteer, also please call within the Eucharistic assembly that Christ stands as our head and we become the diocesan toll free hotline: what we eat; we are made one body within Him, that He dwells within us and 1-800-626-1608 we in Him. This is why we as Catholic Christians need to go Mass every week. It is within the Eucharistic assembly, with the help of those gathered around me, that I can truly experience Christ alive and working within humanity. If we RE- ALLY understand the importance of this reality, our churches would be filled beyond capacity! So, I echo St. John Paul II, who said, “Open the doors of your heart to Christ!” Through our active participation within the liturgy, we assist one another to find Christ, today, living in our midst! Miguel was so right. Does anyone want a brick? (Sister of Christian Charity, Geralyn Schmidt, is the Wide Area Network Co- ordinator at the Diocese of Harrisburg and a member of the IT Department. An educator for 28 years, she is responsible for Professional Development Pro- grams for every age learner. Through her presentations, she challenges her audiences to be the individual God has called them to be.) ‘Trailblazers in Habits’ The to Air October 5 CatholicWitness ABC Channel 27 in Harrisburg will air “Trailblazers in Habits,” a docu- The Newspaper of the Diocese of Harrisburg mentary on the Maryknoll Sisters, on Oct. 5 at 6 a.m. Telephone The Catholic Witness The “Vision & Values” special offers an intimate portrait of the Maryknoll 717-657-4804 ext. 201 OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE DIOCESE OF HARRISBURG Sisters, who have accompanied the disenfranchised in their struggle for so- FAX Most Rev. Ronald W. Gainer: Publisher 717-657-7673 cial justice. 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Bishop Gainer, Local Priests to Take Part in Radio Share-A-Thon WHYF AM 720 will hold an on-air Share-a-Thon on Oct. 7, 8, and 9 to Wednesday, October 8 raise funds for the continued operation of the Catholic station. Bishop Ron- 9-11 a.m. – Father Daniel Richards, parochial vicar at St. Francis Xavi- ald Gainer and priests and deacons of the diocese will be on the air between er Parish in Gettysburg, and Deacon Joseph Wrabel of Holy Name of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. sharing information about the station and the good works Jesus Parish in Harrisburg. it does. The Share-a-Thon will break for the Daily Mass from 1-2 p.m. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Father William Weary, pastor of Sacred Heart of Jesus Pledges can be made by calling the station at 717-525-8110. More informa- Parish in Lewistown and St. Jude Thaddeus Parish in Mifflintown, and tion and the option to donate online are available at www.720whyf.com. Father Francis Karwacki, pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in While the Catholic station has held other on-air fund drives in its three- Mount Carmel. year history, this is its first Share-A-Thon. LeonaFrances Woskowiak, Holy 1-2 p.m. – Daily Mass, ETWN. Family Radio Board Member, explained the concept. “The reason we are 2-4 p.m., Rob Williams, Director of the Diocesan Office for Young and calling it a Share-a-Thon is that we are using the medium of radio to share Young Adult Ministry, and Ryan Bolster, Director of the Diocesan Office our Catholic faith and beliefs with others,” she said. “This Share-A-Thon of Adult Education and Catechist Formation. is an opportunity for those who are Catholic and those who hear the station 4-6 p.m. – Father William Forrey, pastor of St. Patrick Parish in Car- to share our mission and to become involved with also sharing their faith lisle, and Father Michael Rothan, pastor of Assumption of the Blessed through their financial support of these local efforts.” Virgin Mary Parish in Lebanon and St. Benedict the Abbot Parish in Lebanon. The local Catholic station is totally listener supported. Woskowiak said that the station is also looking for individuals who might consider a Thursday, October 9 matching fund gift for the Share-a-Thon, and there will be items available for those who 9-10 a.m. – Deacon Jim Doyle of Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish in Har- pledge certain amounts of money toward the mission of the station. risburg, and Deacon Michael Oles of San Juan Bautista Parish in Lancaster and author WHYF AM 720 is the only radio station the Diocese of Harrisburg that is devoted of “Help the Homeless off the Streets.” solely to Catholic programming. The station produces a variety of local programs, in- 10-11 a.m. – Father Peter Hahn, pastor of St. Leo the Great Parish in Rohrerstown, cluding a Monday through Friday morning show from 7:30-9 a.m., as well as airing and several deacons. material from the EWTN network. Bishop Ronald Gainer is a member of the Board of 11 a.m.-noon – Father Hahn continues, joined by Father Paul Fisher, pastor of Our Directors of Holy Family Radio that operates the station. Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish in Harrisburg and Director of the Diocesan Of- Share-a-Thon Schedule: fice for Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs, and Father Paul Schenck, Director of the Tuesday, October 7 Diocesan Office for Respect Life Activities and the Continuing Education for Priests 9-11 a.m., Deacon Michael Grella of Prince of Peace Parish in Steelton, and James and Deacons. Gontis, Director of the Diocesan Office for Religious Education. Noon-1 p.m. – Father Fisher and Father Schenck continue. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Bishop Ronald Gainer, Joe Aponick, Director of the Diocesan Com- 1-2 p.m. – Daily Mass, ETWN. munications Office, and Deacon Michael DeVivo of St. Patrick Parish in York. 2-4 p.m. – Deacon Lawrence Crudup of the Cathedral Parish of St. Patrick in Har- 1-2 p.m. – Daily Mass, ETWN. risburg, and Deacon Phil Ladouceur with Natural Family Planning Instructors in Har- 2-4 p.m. – Father Luis Rodriguez, pastor of Corpus Christi Parish in Chambersburg, risburg. and Sister Geralyn Schmidt, Diocesan Wide Area Network Coordinator. 4-6 p.m. – James Gontis, Director of the Diocesan Office for Religious Education, 4-6 p.m. – Deacon Gregory Amarante of St. Joseph Parish in Danville and his wife and Christopher Chapman, Director of Parish Elementary School Catechesis in the Dio- Ellen Amarante, former Catholic Radio host. cese of Pittsburgh. The 6 - Catholic Witness • September 26, 2014 Conference Brings Educators to the Intersection of Faith and Intellectual Inquiry By Jen Reed The Catholic Witness Professor Mary Elizabeth Jones, an associate The keynote presenters at this year’s Di- professor of Mathematics and Computer ocesan Education Conference asked teach- Science at Immaculata University, offers ers to think about the scope of classroom information on the STEM workforce and the technology when they were elementary stu- country’s need for workers to fill jobs in the dents. science, technology, engineering and Film projectors, ditto machines and the mathematics fields. early overhead projectors came to mind. “When I entered kindergarten in 1965, my technology was finger paints and a rug to nap on,” said Mary Elizabeth Jones, Associ- ate Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science at Immaculata University. The anecdote drew laughter, but it also drove home the focus of the presentation she and Sister Susan Cronin, IHM, Professor of Biology at Immaculata, offered educators about STEM (science, technology, engi- neering and mathematics) education: “Technology has been changing rapid- ly, and we don’t know what it is going to look like for our students when they enter the workforce,” Professor Jones said. “But we know that we need to help our students analyze problems and work on challenging projects.” The duo’s keynote presentation, “A EMILY M. ALBERT, THE CATHOLIC WITNESS Growth Mindset, Grit and Computational Thinking: Skills for STEM and the Humani- students to tackle tough concepts, learn ties in Catholic Education” offered insight Sister Susan Cronin, from their previous attempts, and strive for into the STEM workforce, research about IHM, a professor of improvement. student learning, and practical ideas for the Biology at Immaculata “Intelligence is malleable,” Sister Susan classroom. University, encourages said. “Students need to know that they are Educators from diocesan elementary educators in their efforts capable of building knowledge.” and secondary schools attended the annual of educating students in Regarding grit, she pointed to ongoing re- event, held Sept. 17 at Bishop McDevitt the virtues while teaching search from the University of Pennsylvania High School in Harrisburg. The conference them skills for the future. which proposes that “individuals who pos- included Mass celebrated by Bishop Ronald sess a drive to tirelessly work through chal- W. Gainer and a wide variety of workshops lenges, failures and adversity with the aim focusing on STEM education, stewardship, of achieving a set goal are in a position to energy conservation, and mental and physi- reach higher achievement than those who cal wellness. lack similar stamina.” Professor Jones encouraged the educators This research suggests that having talent to be imaginative in STEM education by does not guarantee grit, she pointed out. combining basic skills with creativity and “For us as educators, we need to provide op- teaching with a collaborative approach. portunities for students to have obstacles so For example, Mad Libs help students to they can develop resiliency.” think outside the box, Legos demonstrate re- “We teach in Catholic schools, and this usability, and Mr. Potato Head figures teach enables us to take education further,” she said. students how to be creative with limited ma- At the high school level, STEM educa- with others. terials. “We are called to witness Jesus in our tion can center on alternative endings to “These skills mean that our students can lives, day by day. With Christ as our model These toys aren’t just for elementary stu- formulate problems, logically organize and dents; Professor Jones uses them in her col- historical events, whereby students create and example, we show students how to per- analyze data, represent data through mod- lege courses. flow charts or board games to surmise how severe, be moral persons, and have values,” els and simulations, create a series of word She offered additional ideas for elemen- society might be different if a war had end- she said. “In our schools, work on values steps, identify, analyze and implement pos- and virtues is central to the school’s role of tary classroom education, such as planting ed differently or certain presidents weren’t sible solutions, and transfer the process proclaiming the Good News of Jesus. We a garden and allowing students to discuss elected. promote both human and spiritual values what to plant, when to plant it, how to water Projects like these assist students in their across different problems and subjects,” she said. and virtues, so that all can see that their ulti- it, and who will take responsibility for plant- development of computational thinking, mate purpose is to develop divine potential ing, pruning and harvesting. Professor Jones said. Computational thinking isn’t the only skill that has implications for success. Stu- within themselves. Middle school classes, she suggested, can “A student with a computational-thinking “It is essential that society educate men plan and execute a fund-raiser. Students can attitude is confident when dealing with com- dents’ ability to learn and their grit are also and women in science and technology,” she research and select a charity, plan an activity plexity, persistent when working with diffi- critical, noted Sister Susan. continued, “but it is also important that we to raise money, create a budget and market- cult problems, tolerant when problems are She remarked that practice, study and educate people on the importance of living ing strategy, and learn risk management in ambiguous, comfortable with open-ended memorization will result in a growth mind- a virtuous life to help in their decision mak- the event of inclement weather. problems, and can communicate and work set, and encouraged teachers to push their ing.”

Lancaster Catholic High School’s choir leads the congregation in song during the conference’s Mass, celebrated by Bishop Ronald W. Gainer.

A representative of Bricks4Kidz talks to teachers about teaching engineering and architectural principles through the use of Legos. More than 50 vendors filled the gym at Bishop McDevitt High School to offer demonstrations and materials to teachers. The September 26, 2014 • Catholic Witness - 7 McDevitt Coach Pitches ‘Catholic Athletes for Christ’ to Diocesan Schools By Jen Reed The Catholic Witness Every other Tuesday at 7:15 a.m., student-athletes from Bishop McDevitt High School in Harrisburg assemble for strengthening and enrichment be- fore the school day begins These early morning gatherings aren’t for sports practice, but rather for growth in the faith. Through the efforts of head football coach Jeff Weachter, and at the urging of the late Bishop Joseph P. McFadden, Bishop McDevitt has introduced the “Catholic Athletes for Christ” program to all members of its sports teams. The program is designed to serve Catholic athletes and share the Gospel message in and through athletics. It was formed in response to St. John Paul II’s call to evangelize the sports world and his establishment of the Vatican’s Of- fice of Sports. Coach Weachter and Deacon Joseph Wrabel, chaplain of the football team, presented a session on the program during the Diocesan Education Confer- ence held Sept. 17 at the school, to en- courage its implementation throughout the diocese’s schools. “Athletics are a hook to help our kids in developing their faith,” Coach Weachter said during the presentation. CHRIS HEISEY, THE CATHOLIC WITNESS “After introducing it to the students Jake Phillips and Tyrone Gibson carry on McDevitt tradition as the cross bearers prior to their clash with rival Cumberland here, we found that they are searching Valley. for something like this in their lives.” He first learned about “Catholic Ath- lives or to their team. gives them pause.” letes for Christ” during a meeting that “Most of the time in evangelization, Approximately 80 students are Bishop McFadden held with coaches we’ll take Scripture and wrap it around members of the program at Bishop several years ago. He said the bishop a sports figure or an event. The ‘Catho- McDevitt, and Coach Weachter be- had been a member of the organiza- lic Athletes for Christ’ program takes lieves that number will grow as ses- tion’s board of directors, and expressed sports and wraps it around Scipture,” sions continue and word spreads. his hopes that the program would Deacon Wrabel noted. “This is evange- “In just the short amount of time that spread throughout the diocese. lization in a unique way. The students “As a coach, I can’t think of a better don’t know they’re being evangelized. we’ve offered this program, it has had way to remember him than by imple- It improves them as individuals, which a positive effect on our kids,” he said. menting the program in our schools,” eventually improves the team.” “They talk about their appreciation for Coach Weachter said. The program promotes the core it.” The “Catholic Athletes for Christ” virtues of charity, honesty, humil- “We have some big guys on our foot- program features 45-60 minute pro- ity, meekness, moderation, purity and ball team, and to hear them say they grams that coaches, team chaplains or sportsmanship. It features athletes, love each other is remarkable,” Coach teachers can present during sessions coaches and officials from all areas of Weachter said. “This world is tough throughout the year. The sessions are professional sports in an effort to con- for our kids, and athletics are a way packaged so that coaches can read nect students with Catholic role models for them to connect as a family in the straight from the lesson plan. in athletics. St. Louis Rams quarterback faith.” This season marks the 87th year that Each session is centered around a Kellen Clemens, former MLB player “As a Catholic educator and as a Bishop McDevitt has played football. theme, such as perseverance, humility, Mike Piazza, figure skater Gabriella coach, I think our kids really need this playing by the rules, and respect for Howard and retired NHL referee Kerry Their all-time record is 533-360, with program, and it’s our job to bring it to authority, teammates and opponents. Fraser are among the “Catholic Ath- 42 ties since 1927. They won a state them.” championship in 1995, and have 11 Then, there is a Scripture reading about letes for Christ.” District 3 titles, including the last four a person who exemplifies the virtue, “The program isn’t about standing on Coaches interested in learning more years. This season marks Coach followed by a story about an athlete a soapbox and preaching to kids,” Dea- about the “Catholic Athletes for Christ” Weachter's 17th season. He has 150- who embodies the principle. con Wrabel said. “They’re surprised program can contact Jeff Weachter at plus wins and three PIAA state runner- Athletes are encouraged to share when they hear a great sports figure [email protected] or visit up finishes in the last five years. what the day’s theme means in their say, ‘Jesus is a big part of my life.’ That www.catholicathletesforchrist.org. Foundation of Faith Led Colts’ Linebacker from Kenya to the NFL By Sean Gallagher that has kept his feet firmly planted on the ground. Adongo’s rugby career began while still at Strathmore. He Catholic News Service “My faith is not going to waver just because I got injured,” played on national youth teams in Kenya and later profession- Adongo told The Criterion, newspaper of the Indianapolis ally in New Zealand and South Africa. In the past year, Daniel Adongo’s world has been turned up- Archdiocese. A successful career in rugby seemed to be the course God side down – twice. Adongo’s foundation of faith was laid by his family and set for him. Then Adongo received a phone call from the Colts, Adongo, 24, is a linebacker for the Indianapolis Colts. But school community in Nairobi, Kenya. presenting what he called “a God-given opportunity.” the lifelong Catholic and native of Kenya had never played For eight years, he was a student at Strathmore School there. Once he signed with the Colts, he dedicated himself to learn- American football and knew little of the game before the Colts Founded in 1961, Strathmore provides a strong education and ing how to play American football. Adongo approached the signed him to a contract in July 2013. spiritual formation for students under priests of Opus Dei. steep learning curve not simply from intellectual and physical At the time, he was a successful professional rugby player Adongo’s formation contributed to his desire to excel in athlet- perspectives, but from a spiritual one also. He has sought to in South Africa. So his world was turned upside down when he ics. offer as a sacrifice to God all of his work on the field, in the took a leap of faith and went halfway around the world to play “They really [emphasize] that God has given everybody weight room and in team meetings. a sport – at the highest level – that was entirely new to him. talents and gifts,” he said. “And developing those talents and Now his work with the Colts is the daily grind of rehabilita- Adongo spent much of the 2013 season on the Colts’ prac- gifts is a way of glorifying what God has given you and saying tion. While the dream of starring on the field may be delayed, tice squad, learning the basics of the game. He played in a few ‘Thank you’ for the gifts he has given you.” Adongo does not ignore the opportunity set before him as a games at the end of the season and showed promise for the Honing one’s gifts though often requires sacrifice. Adongo way to glorify God, even in the hard, hidden work of rehab. future. did just that at Strathmore, said Principal John Muthiora, who “In anything that I do, I’ll offer it up as a sacrifice,” he said. Coming into the 2014 season, NFL analysts wondered what taught English to the promising young athlete. “I do it for myself, and I do it for God.” would become of this newcomer to the game who had extraor- He knew that Adongo’s faith fueled his willingness to make Since arriving in the U.S., Adongo also has had the oppor- dinary athletic abilities. sacrifices. Each day when he came to school Adongo first tunity to put his faith into action through community service Those questions remain unanswered. In the Colts’ first pre- stopped in the chapel to pray, a practice that he and other stu- projects that the Colts sponsor in central Indiana. season game Aug. 7 against the New York Jets, Adongo sus- dents often repeated after lunch. He regularly attended Mass “Giving back to the community is giving back, regardless tained a season-ending bicep injury on his first play. and received guidance from the school’s priest chaplain. of where it is, whether it’s in Indianapolis, my hometown of Adongo’s world was turned upside down again. “When one puts his soul in order, other things fall into Nairobi or in South Africa,” he said. “It doesn’t change if I’m Through the challenges, it has been Adongo’s Catholic faith place,” Muthiora said. in a different country. My faith is my faith. It stays the same.” The 8 - Catholic Witness • September 26, 2014 Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Marks Apostolate’s Milestone of Ministry

By Jen Reed The Catholic Witness hirty-eight years ago, a newly-married young Twoman moved to south central Pennsylvania from her native Puerto Rico. In her home country, she had been greatly involved in her par- ish and devoutly practiced the Catholic faith and the religious customs of her culture. Today, Dr. Carmen Rita Bones continues to minister in the Church. At Cristo Salvador in Bendersville and now at Immac- ulate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in York, she has been a member of the parish council, an Extraordinary Min- ister of Holy Communion and an instructor of adult RCIA and marriage preparation classes for Spanish-speaking Catholics. But, were it not for the wel- coming environment she re- ceived from the Catholic com- munity when she first arrived in the diocese, Dr. Bones might not have brought her gifts and vol- unteer efforts to the Church. “Hispanic Catholics want to feel like they belong to the CHRIS HEISEY, THE CATHOLIC WITNESS Church. If they don’t have that Representatives of diocesan parishes with Hispanic ministry process with their banners into St. Patrick Cathedral. The Diocesan feeling of belonging, they will Hispanic Heritage Mass included dance and demonstrations from various cultures. hesitate to be a part of the com- the ten diocesan parishes that of- “The Mass highlighted the said Capuchin Franciscan Father can come together to celebrate munity, or we will lose them to as Catholics. Maybe we don’t other religious denominations,” fer an Hispanic apostolate, and different cultures and all the joy Orlando Reyes of St. Francis of Dr. Bones said. remarks from Governor Tom that our Hispanic people have in Assisi Parish in Harrisburg. speak the same language, but we Dr. Bones is a member of the Corbett. celebrating the faith together,” “It is so beautiful when we can be welcoming to everyone. Diocesan Hispanic Apostolate, We have to work to identify with which works to provide spiritual the people in our faith commu- and pastoral services and sup- nity,” he said. port to the Latino people. It also At St. Francis of Assisi Par- aims to evangelize the Hispanic ish, he noted, parishioners come community in the diocese, and from 21 different countries, in- promote the gifts that Hispanic cluding those in Latin America Catholics bring to the Church. and Africa. This year marks the 70th an- “Immigrants, no matter which niversary of pastoral care and country they come from, should ministry to Spanish-speaking be embraced in our parishes, and Catholics in the Diocese of Har- celebrated for the rich traditions risburg, a milestone marked that they bring,” Father Reyes by the celebration of the Dioc- said. esan Hispanic Heritage Mass on Advancing the Legacy Sept. 14 at St. Patrick Cathedral Ministry to Spanish-speaking in Harrisburg. Catholics in the Diocese of Har- Bishop Ronald Gainer was risburg began in 1944, when the celebrant and homilist for Bishop George L. Leech offi- the Mass, celebrated entirely in cially appointed the first priest – Spanish and highlighting vari- Father Anthony Kane – to over- ous customs and attire of His- see the spiritual care of migrant panic culture. The celebration workers. continued after Mass with sing- ing and dancing on the steps of HISPANIC HERITAGE, the state Capitol, displays from continues on page 9

Governor Tom Corbett and First Lady Susan Corbett greet Bishop Ronald Gainer during Mass. The governor, who is seeking his second term in office, addressed the congregation during a gathering on the Capitol steps following the Mass. The September 26, 2014 • Catholic Witness - 9

An image of Our Lady of Guadalupe is carried in procession to be displayed during the Hispanic Heritage Mass celebrated Sept. 14 at St. Patrick Cathedral in Har- risburg.

In the early years, the work of the apostolate included clergy visits to migrant order for our parishes to do that, we must get to know them and learn about them.” camps, the distribution of clothing and personal care items, and the celebration of Recently, Father Reyes and Dr. Bones joined other Hispanic Apostolate members Mass in Spanish. Isabel Torres and Virginia Pereira in developing a marriage prep program in the Cristo Rey Church in Bendersville and Cristo Salvador Church in York were es- Spanish language. tablished in the 1970s, and served the Hispanic population until they closed as a “Through this program, the couples are finding themselves and developing a result of the parish mergers in 1995. But in the years that followed, several diocesan greater understanding of the sacrament,” Dr. Bones said. “The program relates mar- parishes began to develop Hispanic apostolates. In 2003, San Juan Bautista Parish in riage to their culture.” Lancaster became the first Hispanic parish in the diocese. “The Hispanic Apostolate serves as a connection between Hispanic Catholics and The Hispanic Apostolate adapted, developed and flourished over the years the Church. We are a bridge that connects the diocese to who we are and how we can through the leadership of such clergy as Msgr. Mercurio Fregapane, Deacon Esteban help the Church grow,” she remarked. Dominguez and Father Bernardo Pistone. The ten parishes with ministry for Hispanic Catholics have worked to build bridges Under the leadership of Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades, the diocese developed a pasto- between their Spanish-speaking and English-speaking communities through cultural ral plan for Hispanic Ministry in 2008 to support and encourage the implementation festivals and celebrations on the feasts of Our Lady of Guadalupe or St. Juan Diego. of the apostolate’s objectives. Today, those efforts include leadership formation for “Open the doors to your Hispanic brothers and sisters, make them feel welcome in Hispanic adults, catechesis of the Spanish-speaking community, the strengthening of the parish. Ask them about their culture,” Father Reyes said. the Hispanic family and Catholic marriages, promotion of religious vocations, min- For example, ask them to talk about Quinceañera, a Latin American celebration of th istry to those in prisons, and increasing Hispanic participation in diocesan ministries. a girl’s 15 birthday, or Las Posadas, a nine-day reenactment of the pilgrimage that The need to catechize Spanish-speaking Catholics in their own language and with Mary and Joseph lived while searching for lodging for the birth of Christ. respect to their own culture cannot be underestimated, Dr. Bones said. “When we learn and appreciate other cultures, we all grow in our faith as one fam- “Offering sacramental preparation courses and catechetical classes in Spanish is ily,” Father Reyes said. an opportunity to give the Hispanic people the tools and information they need to “I see great hope for the Church when we open our doors,” he said. “So many deepen their personal relationship with God and their understanding of the Church,” different communities continue to come into our she said. Church, and this is the face of the Church in Catechizing with respect to culture and tradition goes a long way in educating both the United States. We need to be open to the mind and the heart, Father Reyes noted. them, to embrace them, and to cel- “It’s one thing to speak the language, but it is something ebrate their gifts and traditions. very different and much deeper to know and Ultimately, it will help us all to enrich our parish appreciate the traditions of some- communities and our one’s culture,” he said. “In lives.”

Song and dance in celebration of Hispanic culture took place on the steps of the state Capitol after Mass. The 10 - Catholic Witness • September 26, 2014 Solace and Strength in the Sorrow of Miscarriage

It is estimated that one out of four pregnancies ends in miscarriage. This loss can have a profound effect on the mothers, fathers and families of the children who pass away, and many of us may be un- sure how best to respond to those who are hurting. “Joanne” shares a personal story of her experience comforting a family going through this heartache. While working in my parish office one day, I re- ceived a call from our local hospital, where a mom had been admitted with fetal distress. I was grate- ful that our parish priest, Father Thompson, was able to go to the hospital with me to visit this young mother, Amanda. Arriving in her room, we learned that labor was going to be induced because her baby had already died. My head was swimming as I was overcome with what Amanda must be feeling at this difficult time. At first, I wasn’t sure what to do. But then, as a mother myself, I knew how to respond. I stroked her hair and rocked her in my arms. Amanda’s husband, David, who was traveling, had been notified and was on his way. When he arrived, we stepped back, giving the couple a private moment to cling to one another. Eventually, David turned to us and asked, “What do we do?” Father Thompson’s response was drawn from deep within the compassion of Mother Church. While the The Catholic Witness presents here, with permission, one of six articles that are part of young couple’s world was spinning out of control, the USCCB’s Respect Life Program. The program begins anew each year on Respect Life he offered something they could hold onto – God’s Sunday, the first Sunday in October. The program is highlighted in liturgies and marked by unconditional love. He opened the Bible, asked me to read Psalm 139, and offered prayers of blessing. special events. The USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities publishes a program packet I also talked to Amanda and her husband about each year to call attention to numerous human life issues. These materials are especially what might happen next, encouraging them to see helpful for priests, parish groups, schools, and other organizations. Browse to find more and hold their baby, take pictures and create keep- information at http://usccb.org/about/pro-life-activities/respect-life-program/ sakes. Father Thompson explained opportunities for a funeral and burial service. Burying those who have died at any age is seen by the Church as a corporal him. David’s tears ran down his face and splashed Death may separate us physically, but it does not work of mercy. Therefore, the Church encourages a onto the tiny baby as he whispered, “William.” Fa- end the relationship; these moments help strengthen funeral rite for children whose baptism was intended ther Thompson gently touched William’s forehead a relationship with the child in a way that will be by their parents, but who died before being baptized. and made the Sign of the Cross with the water of his helpful for long-term healing. They also give the As the doctor came in, we prayed with Amanda dad’s tears. We spoke of God’s love for William, and broader Church a chance to grieve and remind oth- and David, and then left the room during the deliv- we commended his soul to God. ers of the significance of this child, who is entrusted ery. We stood outside the door praying the Rosary. Later on, we assisted Amanda and David in con- for all eternity to the Lord. A parish community can The stillness of the night was not disturbed by the necting with a funeral home and planning a funeral, also support grieving families and honor the lives of joyful sound of a newborn’s cry. Instead, it was graveside service and burial for little William. The their little ones in other ways. Public support might punctuated with a grief-stricken mother’s sobbing. family found comfort in traditional burial prayers take the form of an annual memorial service or a The doctor spoke to us as he came out of the room adapted to fit a baby’s life and death. memorial plaque in the church with the names of the with tears streaming down his own face. He said, “I People often assume that the needs of a family in babies who have passed away. can be the guide to physical healing, but their great- this situation are mostly medical, and that the hos- Personal support is also essential. Some people est need is spiritual healing. I am so grateful you pital or medical staff will take care of things. How- become exhausted from their grief and are unable are here.” We stepped back into the room where we ever, miscarriage includes emotional, relational and to maintain household chores. Their lack of energy stood in silence and cried with Amanda and David, spiritual suffering that requires assistance from fam- makes it hard to keep up with everything, so provid- sharing a powerful moment of awe and grief. ily, friends and church leaders. The immediate need ing meals or doing laundry or other chores can help After some time, I spoke to the parents of God cre- is to help the family become familiar with their op- the family meet their common daily needs. Other ating this little one with them, and of how important tions for providing a time and place to acknowledge times, simply being present is what’s needed. An- their child was and would continue to be to us all. I the dignity and worth of their child. These include other woman who lost her child through miscarriage spoke of God weeping with them, comforting them simple rites like naming and commendation ceremo- said the best response she experienced came from a in the midst of their grief. I asked if they had named nies, funeral rites and burial or entombment. friend who said, “I came to cry with you” and pre- sented her with a bag full of tissue boxes. Many people in their grief have almost a com- pulsion to talk. They desperately want someone to know what they are going through, and repeating the Diocesan Respect Life Conference story of their loss over and over can be part of the healing process. The role of the comforter is to listen October 18, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. • Cardinal Keeler Center, Harrisburg and reassure them that their thoughts are normal, not to supply them with answers. Many consolers ex- “Opening Our Hearts to Life” perience feelings of inadequacy when they have no answers or words of wisdom. They may make state- Celebrant and Homilist for Holy Mass ~ Bishop Ronald W. Gainer ments that are not meant to be theologically flawed Keynote Speaker – Father Frank Pavone, Priests for Life or hurtful, but often are. While these comments are meant to take away the pain, simply saying, “I am deeply sorry your baby has died,” might often be the best thing to say. 8:30 – Registration 12:45 – Lunch Although we may feel unsure how best to comfort 9:00 – Holy Mass 1:30 – Workshop Presenters those who mourn, we must stand with them in their 10:00 – Workshop Presenters 2:30 – Keynote Speaker time of suffering. Miscarriage touches the lives of 12:00 – New Life for Girls Choir 4:00 – Closing many people, yet all too often this tragedy remains unaddressed. This lack of response not only often leads to unresolved grief, but also fails to clearly Workshop Presentations: manifest our belief that each person, from concep- Technology in Ministry – Tom Steele, Director of Information Technology, St. Joseph Parish in York tion onward, is precious and unique. The death of babies through miscarriage is a time to honor their Sidewalk Counseling – Tamara Cesare, Catholics United for Life lives and to support their grieving families. Amanda Palliative Prenatal Care – Dorice Millar, Holy Spirit Hospital Women’s Health Center and David were greatly assisted and comforted by family, friends and parish community who helped Medical Terminology and End of Life Issues – Father Paul CB Schenck, Director of the Diocesan them to memorialize and cherish William. As mem- Office of Respect Life Activities, and Chairman of the National Pro-Life Center on Capitol Hill bers of a community of faith ourselves, let us com- Lunch will be provided. Registration deadline is Oct. 10, with a suggested donation of $15. To register, fort those who mourn as we look forward together to contact Joy at 717-657-4804, ext. 293, or [email protected]. a time when all tears are dried and our families are whole once again. The September 26, 2014 • Catholic Witness - 11 Bishop Cupich Named to Succeed Cardinal George as Chicago Archbishop Catholic News Service August it was announced that 2010 after having served as bish- ulate in 1957. He was ordained a he was participating in a clinical op of Rapid City, South Dakota, priest Dec. 21, 1963. He was his Pope Francis has named Bish- research trial for a new cancer since 1998. A native of Omaha, order’s vicar general in Rome op Blase J. Cupich of Spokane, drug. Nebraska, he was born in 1949, from 1974 to 1986. Washington, as archbishop of His health concerns have the grandson of Croatian immi- The cardinal has often said Chicago, succeeding Cardinal stepped up the process of grants. He was ordained a priest that one of his goals is to live Francis E. George, who has searching for his successor as for the Omaha Archdiocese in to see retirement since all of the headed the archdiocese since archbishop of Chicago. 1975. other Chicago bishops died in 1997. In an April 11 news confer- In his ministry as a priest, he office. His predecessor, Cardinal The appointment was an- ence he told reporters: “It’s a served as an associate pastor Joseph Bernardin, died in 1996 nounced Sept. 20 in Washing- question of being able to spend and pastor, teacher, seminary at age 68 of pancreatic cancer. ton by Archbishop Carlo Maria your entire energy on what is my rector, and as a member of the A five-month bout with polio Vigano, apostolic nuncio to the responsibility as archbishop of staff of the apostolic nunciature when Cardinal George was 13 United States. Chicago. This is a position that in Washington. damaged both of his legs, forc- Archbishop Cupich will be in- demands a lot of constant atten- The archbishop chairs the ing him to use a brace on his stalled in Chicago during a spe- tion.” Subcommittee on Aid to the right leg. He walks with a pro- cial Mass Nov. 18. “Now it looks as if I’m going Church in Central and Eastern nounced limp. CNS, COURTESY OF Cardinal George is 77, two to have to be spending a little THE DIOCESE OF SPOKANE Europe and is former chair of the He was president of the U.S. years past the age when bish- more attention on my health and Pope Francis has named Bish- Committee for the Protection of Conference of Catholic Bishops ops are required by canon law so it’s just not fair to the archdi- op Blase J. Cupich of Spo- Children and Young People. from 2007 to 2010. to turn in their resignation to the ocese to have someone who may kane, Wash., as archbishop Cardinal George is the first He was made a cardinal in pope. not be able to do the job as well of Chicago, succeeding Car- native Chicagoan to serve as 1998. Before his appointment The cardinal was first diag- as I believe it should be done,” dinal Francis E. George. The archbishop of Chicago. He to Chicago, he was archbishop nosed with bladder cancer in he added. appointment was announced was born in 1937 and attended of Portland, Oregon, and before 2006 and had a recurrence of Archbishop Cupich, 65, has Sept. 20. Bishop Cupich is pic- schools in Illinois before enter- that bishop of Yakima, Washing- cancer announced in 2012. In been bishop of Spokane since tured in a 2010 photo. ing the Oblates of Mary Immac- ton. Deathbed Ordination ‘Reflects Pascal Mystery,’ Says Bishop By Rick Musacchio United States in 2000, he had earned a Catholic News Service philosophy degree from a seminary in Colombia. He worked in a clothing and As William Carmona lay gravely ill in grocery store to earn money to continue a San Antonio hospital bed, he repeated- his seminary education. ly questioned his classmates from nearby He also studied business administra- Assumption Seminary: “Where is Bishop tion at the University of the South in Choby?” “When will he get here?” And Antioquia and worked in security for the finally: “How many more hours until he Colombian government. ordains me?” Once in the United States, he wanted Carmona, a fourth-year theology semi- to enter the seminary for a diocese in narian who was entering his final year of California but his English language skills preparation for ordination as a transition- were not strong enough. He became a al deacon this fall and as a priest of the scholastic for the Society of the Divine Diocese of Nashville, Tennessee, next Savior – known as the Salvatorians – summer, was dying of cancer. and moved to the Salvatorian provincial When Bishop David R. Choby of house in Milwaukee. Nashville learned of his grave condition Several years later, he went to Cookev- after Carmona was rushed to the Christus ille, Tennessee, to serve as youth minis- Santa Rosa Medical Center the first week ter at St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, which of September, he made plans to travel to is staffed by Salvatorians. San Antonio to ordain the seminarian In 2008, the Nashville Diocese accept- immediately because of the emergency CNS/RICK MUSACCHIO, TENNESSEE REGISTER ed him as a seminarian and he entered circumstances. Bishop David R. Choby of Nashville, Tenn., anoints William Carmona’s hands Assumption Seminary. During summers, “The joy and satisfaction in adminis- as part of the ordination rite at Christus Santa Rosa Medical Center in San he returned to Nashville to serve at vari- tering the sacrament of holy orders is a Antonio Sept. 8. Carmona, gravely ill with cancer, was ordained for the Diocese of ous parishes around the diocese, includ- high point in the life of any bishop, but Nashville. ing St. Philip in Franklin. to have the opportunity to celebrate the “He had such a warm heart and we sacrament for one who is so much look- which is the dying and the rising of the center, members of the Sisters of Char- had a wonderful summer with him in our ing forward to ordination but faces the Lord.” ity of the Incarnate Word who sponsor community,” said Deacon Rafael Bou- certainty of death made it the more poi- Bishop Choby added that ordination of the medical center, and an honor guard grat of St. Philip. gnant,” Bishop Choby said. Father Carmona as he faced death “re- of fourth-degree Knights of Columbus, The deacon, a native of Venezuela, be- He left for San Antonio the evening flects the Pascal Mystery. That is how gathered in a large meeting room on the friended Father Carmona this past sum- of Sept. 7 and ordained the seminarian our own lives are transformed in the first floor of the hospital. mer. “I never met somebody who is so Sept. 8. On Sept. 9, Father Carmona was death and resurrection of Jesus.” The full Mass, with a choir of seminar- spiritual. He was so into God that he just moved to hospice care. With a priest, Father Carmona was the senior mem- ians, lasted about an hour-and-a-half. was able to expose it to everybody, and deacon and two seminarians at his side, ber of a group of eight seminarians from “William was one of the students with everybody perceived it like that.” the newly ordained priest died mid-after- the Diocese of Nashville in formation at a very large pastoral heart,” said Do- He was in San Antonio for Father Car- noon Sept. 10. Assumption Seminary. The group began minican Sister Linda Gibler, associate mona’s ordination. An evening vigil service was held an around-the-clock vigil to keep him academic dean at the Oblate School of “I never expected I would be helping Sept. 12 at Assumption Seminary in San company while he was being cared for in Theology, which is part of Assumption the bishop with the Mass,” Deacon Bou- Antonio, with a morning funeral Mass the hospital’s intensive care unit. Seminary. grat said. “They gave me the honor to put there Sept. 13. The priest’s remains were They were all on hand when Bishop “He was always concerned about what the deacon’s stole and dalmatic on top of transferred to his native Colombia, where Choby ordained him first as a transi- his studies had to do with ministry, how his fragile body. ... When I put on his burial was arranged by Father Carmona’s tional deacon and then as a priest in a he would be effective, and what affect all stole, I saw his eyes open a little bit. I got family. room prepared for the occasion by the of his studies would have to do with his the feeling that, to me, he knew where “The priesthood, by its very nature, is staff at Christus Santa Rosa. Nurses and ministry,” she told the Tennessee Regis- he was.” multifaceted because it is God’s gift to physicians were on hand to monitor the ter, Nashville’s diocesan newspaper. “He “I was able to be there and tell him respond to the needs of the human per- ordinand’s condition throughout. Father was less concerned with academic de- how much I love him and how much he son,” Bishop Choby said in San Antonio Carmona lay silently in a hospital bed as tails than he was with his pastoral heart. changed my prayer life,” the deacon add- for the ordination. Bishop Choby anointed his hands with He would have been an excellent pastor.” ed. “He was always in the church pray- At the ordination Mass, he was joined holy oil and laid his hands on his head. “He took to his studies,” said Father ing. He was always looking for the good by several Nashville priests and deacons, Although Father Carmona was unable Pehl, “but what I’m most proud of is that of the church, especially the Hispanic Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller of to respond verbally during his ordina- William was such a good example in the community.” San Antonio and Father Jeff Pehl, rector tion, he had expressed his assent to the community. He is an older fellow, but (Editor’s Note: To view a video of Fa- of Assumption Seminary, and priests on ordination earlier, Bishop Choby told his example of arriving early for morn- ther Carmona’s ordination, visit the Dio- the seminary faculty, who concelebrated those gathered to witness the sacrament. ing prayer, before everyone else to open cese of Nashville website at www.dioces- the Mass. Priests near Father Carmona during the chapel, to spend time in there in the eofnashville.com. “I know of no other vocation which the Mass saw signs of recognition and morning and in the afternoon.” Musacchio is editor in chief of the touches so many moments in a person’s joy as the ordination proceeded. Father Carmona, 51, grew up in An- Tennessee Register, newspaper of the life,” the bishop said. “In a way that is About 200 people, including most of tioquia, Colombia, one of 13 children Nashville Diocese. Contributing to this singularly focused, the priesthood has the students at Assumption Seminary, in his family, and first dreamed of being story was the Register’s managing edi- as its center, the mystery of redemption, the senior administration of the medical a priest at age 12. Before coming to the tor, Andy Telli, in Nashville.) The 12 - Catholic Witness • September 26, 2014 Miracle in New Jersey ‘I Was Blind, but Now I See’ By Bishop Kurt Burnette a feeling that everything would be Special to The Witness OK. Michael’s family moved to south- Is there anyone more afraid than a ern New Jersey about a month af- mother who is afraid for her child? ter the last visit to a physician, and When unusual symptoms start to two weeks later Michael was taken appear, and a mother makes the de- to Wills Eye Hospital in Philadel- cision to approach a physician, she phia. The examination showed this hopes to be told that the problem is eyesight was normal, and he recalls transitory, or is easily cured. She that he could ride his bike again tries not to show fear to her child, when they moved. There was no but in the back of her mind is a si- doubt. It was a miracle—just like lent terror of the unknown. the one we read in St. John’s Gos- In 1963, a mother in northern pel a few weeks ago. Several doc- New Jersey began to observe in tors agreed that he was blind from her son Michael behaviors which macular degeneration, and four concerned her. A healthy eight year ophthalmologists testified that there old, he began walking into trees, was no known case of a cure such as and even crashed his bike into a this. As the George Gershwin song tree. He walked into a moving car. says, “The age of miracles had not His mother described his escalating passed.” symptoms as “bizarre.” Eventually, The authorities in Rome acknowl- he broke his front teeth in an acci- edge that the return of Michael’s dent, refused to play ball with his eyesight is a miracle unexplained older brother, and the other children by any natural phenomenon and nicknamed him “butter fingers.” worked by God through the inter- His central vision was degenerating. cession of his handmaid Sister Mir- She took her son to an ophthalmolo- iam Teresa Demjanovich. On Satur- gist, who observed black pigment in day, October 4, 2014, at 9:30 in the the area of the macula. As the black morning, her Beatification will be areas increased, he was diagnosed solemnized at the Cathedral of the with bilateral macular degeneration Sacred Heart in Newark, New Jer- and declared legally blind in 1963. sey. If you read the dates carefully, The physician who declared him once again you may be puzzled by legally blind told the parents that the timing. Why did it take fifty eventually the entire macula would years after the miracle to beatify be blackened and the boy would be her? The answer is this. The miracle totally blind. The silent terror of a was carefully studied and docu- mother was made flesh. mented at the time — it was then At this point in the illness, a lit- misfiled! The file was rediscovered tle known Ruthenian nun from our in 1998, thirty years later. It seems own Byzantine Catholic Church COURTESY OF THE BYZANTINE CATHOLIC EPARCHY OF PASSAIC that Sister Miriam Teresa was just entered the story. Sister Miriam Te- Venerable Sister Miriam Teresa Demjanovich will be beatified Oct. 4 at 9:30 a.m. as self-effacing after her death as resa Demjanovich was baptized and at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Newark, New Jersey. she was during her life. She wanted chrismated at our parish in Bay- dedicate her life completely to God came a bestseller in the American her writings to point us toward God, onne, New Jersey, at the beginning not toward herself. of the twentieth century, 1901. As by entering the Sisters of Charity church. in 1925, one of the communities Now you may be wondering how “When John heard in prison of the she herself said, “The real begin- works of the Messiah, he sent his ning of my life, the life of the spirit, founded by Saint Elizabeth Ann Se- a Ruthenian Byzantine Catholic nun ton. Sister Miriam Teresa died on who died 40 years earlier might be disciples to him with this question, occurred five days after my birth ac- ‘Are you the one who is to come, cording to the flesh. I was baptized May 8, 1927, at the age of 26. Al- involved in the blindness of a young though she was allowed to take her boy in the 1960s. The Roman Catho- or should we look for another?’ Je- and confirmed in the Greek rite on sus said to them in reply, ‘Go and the thirty first of March, a Sunday, final vows just before she died, she lic Bishop of Paterson, New Jersey, never changed rites and died a Ru- proposed Sister Miriam Teresa for tell John what you hear and see: the truly a day of resurrection.” blind regain their sight, the lame After high school, she went to col- thenian Greek Catholic. The people canonization in 1945, and the sisters close to her suspected that she was at Michael’s school were promoting walk, lepers are cleansed, the deaf lege and earned a Bachelor degree hear, the dead are raised, and the in literature at College of St. Eliza- a saint and a mystic, a special inti- devotion to her. When she heard mate friend of Our Lord. During her the news of Michael’s blindness, poor have the good news preached beth, Convent Station, New Jersey. to them. And blessed is the one who At this point in history, a small per- short time as a religious, she wrote his third grade teacher, Sister Mary a series of spiritual conferences that Augustine, gave Michael a leaflet takes no offense in me’” (Matthew centage of people went to college, 11:2-6). and even fewer women earned a were presented without her name on on Sister Miriam Teresa and a piece them. Her authorship was revealed of her hair, that is, a first class relic. (Bishop Kurt Burnette is the Bish- Baccalaureate degree. This highly op of the Byzantine Catholic Epar- intelligent woman then went on to after her death, and, after their pub- The mother recalled when he gave lication in 1928, they quickly be- her the leaflet and relic that she had chy of Passaic, New Jersey.)

Annual Diocesan Council of ‘Beginning Experience’ Weekend for Catholic Women Marian Day Those Who Have Lost a Spouse Saturday, October 11 from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. October 31-November 2 Immaculate Conception Church (St. Mary’s) Camp Hebron, Halifax 1730 Fowler Avenue, Berwick Beginning Experience weekends are an approved Roman Catholic program designed for those suffering the loss of a spouse through death, divorce or The Northern District Council of Catholic separation. Hundreds of persons have been helped to move towards success- Women warmly invites all women of the dio- ful, productive, happy lives by attending one of these weekends. Beginning cese to join us as we host the day, “Mary: Experience is your Church at work to provide help, healing and spiritual res- Our Shining Light.” This day of reflection toration. includes Mass celebrated by Father Francis The weekend is led by persons who have lost a spouse through death or Tamburro, meditation, recitation of the divorce and are trained in facilitating a weekend. Each Beginning Experience Rosary and a spiritual message. Team is certified by the International Beginning Experience Organization. Visit the Diocesan Web site, www.hbgdiocese.org and go to the “Marriage Cost is $10 and includes lunch. RSVP by and Family” link, or go to www.beginningexperience.org. Information can Oct. 3 by leaving a message for Diane DeLuca also be obtained by contacting the Harrisburg Beginning Experience Team at at 570-759-3643 or [email protected]. 717-512-2718 or [email protected]. The September 26, 2014 • Catholic Witness - 13 Synods Continued from 1 Prayer of Pope Francis World Meeting Sept. 28 will thousands of grandparents and for the Synod on the Family of Families Prayer other elderly people, including a married cou- The Third Extraordinary Synod of Bishops, “The Pastoral Join together with families from ple who have fled Islamic State terrorism in Challenges of the Family in the Context of Evangelization,” will around the world in the prayer. Pray northern Iraq. take place in Rome October 5-19. Since the Holy Father has asked the World Meeting of Families prayer The pope will give the elderly a large-print all the faithful to pray for this important gathering, Sunday, Sept. for the success of the event and for edition of the Gospel of Matthew and bless 28 has been designated as Synod Sunday. your family’s personal intentions. the group, which will also include about 100 priests. Jesus, Mary and Joseph, God and Father of us all, Archbishop Chaput announced the publica- in you we contemplate tion of the preparatory teaching document, the splendor of true love, in Jesus, your Son and our Savior, “Love is Our Mission,” for the world meeting, to you we turn with trust. you have made us and unveiled the official image for the event: a Holy Family of Nazareth, your sons and daughters portrait of the Holy Family by a Philadelphia grant that our families too in the family of the Church. artist. The icon will hang in the city’s cathedral may be places of communion and prayer, during the 2015 event. authentic schools of the Gospel May your grace and love Pope Francis blessed the icon Sept. 17 when and small domestic Churches. help our families the archbishop presented it to him at the end in every part of the world of the weekly general audience in St. Peter’s Holy Family of Nazareth, be united to one another Square. may families never again in fidelity to the Gospel. The extraordinary synod will meet at the Vat- experience violence, rejection and division: may all who have been hurt or scandalized ican Oct. 5-19, bringing together the presidents May the example of the Holy Family, find ready comfort and healing. of national bishops’ conferences, the heads of with the aid of your Holy Spirit, Holy Family of Nazareth, Eastern Catholic churches, Vatican officials guide all families, may the approaching Synod of Bishops especially those most troubled, and papally appointed delegates, including lay- make us once more mindful to be homes of communion and prayer people. The world Synod of Bishops, which of the sacredness and inviolability of the family, will include more bishops – many elected by and its beauty in God’s plan. and to always seek your truth their peers – will meet at the Vatican Oct. 4-25, Jesus, Mary and Joseph, and live in your love. 2015, to continue the discussion on pastoral ap- graciously hear our prayer. Amen. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. proaches to the challenges facing families. Ministries to Divorced, Remarried Strive to Echo Pope’s Call for Mercy By Dennis Sadowski “[It’s] helping people in all of these situations to “This is where mercy comes in. Mercy comes in, Catholic News Service carry their cross and know that they don’t carry it but also the virtue of hope because [couples] come alone,” she said. with despair, they come with shame, they come with Divorce is never easy. Cardinal Walter Kasper, former president of the blame, they come with hearts that have been broken From the realization that love has failed to feelings Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity, ad- and disconnected from the Church and there are a lot of shame and a tendency to assess blame, divorce dressed several concerns surrounding divorced and of myths that are out there,” Petro said. poses an untidy conundrum for families even when a remarried Catholics in the Sept. 15 issue of America “We need to learn how to evangelize the divorced couple settles on an amicable legal separation. magazine. because we’re seeing a lot of them not having a ba- In the eyes of the Church, a divorced couple remains Acknowledging that the indissolubility of marriage sic knowledge of the Catholic faith. We also need to married until a decree of nullity is issued, if a couple is specified in canon law, Cardinal Kasper cited Pope understand where they are with the shamefulness and chooses to go that route. Francis’ repeated calls for a more merciful Church in the fact they are now single in the pews,” explained There’s even more of a challenge for faithful di- making a carefully constructed argument that mercy Petro, who was divorced in 1997 and remarried in the vorced Catholics, who often misunderstand Church must be at the heart of the Church’s outreach efforts, Church after her first marriage was annulled. teaching on marriage. Divorced people may separate including those to divorced and remarried Catholics. Cleveland’s Sacred Steps to Peace ministry is close- themselves from the Church, believing they have He wrote that the Gospel “is against a legalistic under- ly tied to the diocesan tribunal, which is charged with been automatically excommunicated or banned from standing of canon law.” handling marriage annulments. Church activities even though they have not remar- He posed the question: If a Catholic who is divorced The tribunal offers a program it calls First Step. It ried. and civilly remarried without the first marriage being convenes several times a year to provide basic infor- People who are civilly divorced and do not marry annulled, “but then repents of his failure to fulfill what mation about the annulment process to divorced cou- someone else are not prohibited from receiving Com- he promised before God, his partner and the Church in ples. munion under canon law. the first marriage, and carries out as well as possible Lynette Tait, a tribunal judge in Cleveland, told However, Church practice prohibits people in irreg- his new duties and does what he can for the Christian CNS her office began the program in 2009 in an ef- ular marriages – those civilly remarried without re- education of his children and has a serious desire for fort to help people understand the requirements of the ceiving an annulment – from receiving Communion, the sacraments, which he needs for strength in his dif- annulment process. More than 1,500 people have at- serving as lector or extraordinary minister of holy ficult situation, can we after a time of new orientation tended the sessions, she said. Communion, teaching in a Catholic institution and and stabilization deny absolution and forgiveness?” “A lot of people come because they need to submit holding certain parish or diocesan offices. There is no Such questions are being weighed by Church lead- cases. But people also come just for the right under- prohibition on being involved in most other Church ers in advance of the upcoming extraordinary Synod standing of what the Church is doing. So many people ministries. of Bishops on the family Oct 5-19. About 20 percent of U.S. Catholics have experi- Healing and acceptance are at the heart of ministries don’t understand what we do, why we do it and how enced divorce, according to the General Social Survey to divorced and remarried Catholics. we do it,” Tait explained. at the University of Chicago. The Center for Applied There’s no better place to heal from the trauma of She admitted the annulment process is not easy, but Research on the Apostolate at Georgetown University divorce than in the Church, believes Gregory Mills, that it is also not meant to be intimidating. places the number of divorced Catholics at about 11 executive director of Catholic Divorce Ministry, the “The hardest thing in doing this is that first step, get- million. Ministry of the North American Conference of Sepa- ting it started,” she said. The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, through rated and Divorced Catholics. “We’re looking to reach out to people, make them its National Pastoral Initiative on Marriage, has “People have walked back into the Church, willing aware that the Church is concerned for them.” worked to explain Church teaching on divorce in the to admit they made a grievous mistake and want to get To encourage more people to consider the annul- hope of correcting misunderstandings and keeping right with themselves, their local community and with ment process, Cleveland Bishop Richard G. Lennon people connected with the Church. God,” he told Catholic News Service. “The ultimate in June waived all fees. Bethany J. Meola, assistant director in the U.S. salve for the wound is God and his healing mercy.” Father Gary Yanus, judicial vicar, said the move bishops’ Secretariat of Laity, Marriage, Family Life Dioceses across the country have ministries to di- was meant to encourage people to renew their rela- and Youth, described the work of the Church with di- vorced, separated and remarried couples in place. But tionship with the Church. So far, there has been no vorced, separated and remarried Catholics as accom- unlike marriage ministries, programs for this signifi- significant change in the number of people seeking an paniment, a term often cited by Pope Francis. cant part of the Church family are not a requirement; annulment, he said. “It’s that sense of making sure that they don’t con- among existing programs their offerings varies. More information about the Church’s ministries for sider themselves separated from the Church, that they During a time of divorce, couples are dealing with divorced, separated and remarried Catholics is avail- realize they are baptized Catholics, they are mem- the realization that love has failed and mercy, under- able online at www.foryourmarriage.org/catholic- bers of the Church, they are called to participate with standing and acceptance is vital, said Carol Petro, marriage/church-teachings/divorce. Or, contact the the Church, attend Mass, pray, be present with the marriage and family specialist in the Cleveland Dio- Tribunal of the Diocese of Harrisburg at 717-657- Church,” Meola explained. cese. 4804 or [email protected]. The 14 - Catholic Witness • September 26, 2014

‘StrongWomen’ Strength Training Program Offered at St. John the Baptist Parish St. John the Baptist Parish in New Freedom and Penn State Extension will The names of the following de- MILLERSVILLE – St. Philip the be teaming up to offer the StrongWomen/Growing Stronger Program this fall. ceased persons have been submitted Apostle: Robert P. Fischer, Kathleen This is a 12-week program geared for middle-aged to older women and men, by their parishes: Sloss, Richard Watson. and is based upon years of research on how strength training and proper nutri- BERWICK – St. Joseph: Tony MOUNT CARMEL – Divine tion can improve the health of women and men of all ages. The program was Miller, Edward V. Strzelecki. Redeemer: John James, Theresa C. developed to help individuals increase their strength, bone density, balance BLOOMSBURG – St. Columba: Short; Our Lady: James Martin. and energy, and help them look and feel better. Participants will meet two Anne M. Rishe. NEW CUMBERLAND – St. times a week for one-hour sessions. There is a $65 fee for this program. Hand CAMP HILL – Good Shepherd: Theresa: Robert Miller, Anthony and ankle weights are supplied. Susan Dadigan, Eugene Hertz, James Verhovshek, Theresa Yob. The morning classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10-11 Imgrund. NEW FREEDOM – St. John the a.m. at St. John the Baptist Parish, 315 North Constitution Avenue, New Free- CONEWAGO – Sacred Heart of Baptist: Eleanor Polinchock. dom. The session will run from Sept. 30–Dec.18 in Neumann Hall. Parking is Jesus: Curtis J. Klunk, Viola “Sis” QUARRYVILLE – St. Catherine of in the rear of the Historic Church. Mandatory paperwork must be completed McKim. Siena: Robert Badger, Ann Elizabeth in order to participate in the program, and individuals over the age of 70 must CORNWALL – Sacred Heart of (Betty) Groff. get a doctor’s permission. Past participants must pre-register. Jesus: Barbara Kildee, Victoria J. SHAMOKIN – Mother Cabrini: For more information, or to register for the program, contact Arleen Watts, Walter. Catherine “Kitty” Brennan, Frank E. certified instructor, at 717-235-7475. Go http://extension.psu.edu/health/ DUNCANNON – Elizabeth Hicks. Fullmer. strongwomen for additional StrongWomen information. GETTYSBURG – St. Francis SUNBURY – St. Monica: Richard Xavier: Erick Sandoval. W. Bramhall, Jr., Jean McManus, Rae Smeltz. National Pro-Life Activist to Visit Carlisle HANOVER – St. Joseph: Francis Missy Martinez of High School Students for Life of America will lead a Bidelspach, Thomas Gasper, Barbara WILLIAMSTOWN – Sacred Heart Hess, Francis Livelsberger, Ronald of Jesus: Donald Grubb, Jr. Pro-Life Youth Day on Nov. 1 at St. Patrick Church in Carlisle. The event is Shireman, Theresa Wilt; St. Vincent YORK – St. Patrick: Patricia hosted by the parish’s St. Gabriel Respect Life Ministry. The Pro-Life Youth de Paul: Patricia Menges, Thomas Campbell, Donald Yocum; St. Rose Day will be held from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. in the St. Patrick Church Activity Neiderer, Margaret Spangler. of Lima: Phyllis J. Mohan. Center. HARRISBURG – Holy Name: Martinez, SFLA’s High School Program Coordinator, will talk to students Norah H. Giampietro, Raymond T. about “Equipping the Pro-Life Generation” and give them invaluable instruc- Hironimus; Our Lady of the Blessed tion on becoming effective pro-life activists. Martinez has been involved with Sacrament: Ann Mescan, Anne Rossi; the pro-life movement since the age of 14. Since joining SFLA, she launched St. Margaret Mary: Thomas Connolly. the first-ever Thaddeus Stevens Fellowship for high school leaders, hosted HERSHEY – St. Joan of Arc: the first High School Leadership Summit at SFLA’s 2014 National Confer- Michael Pinca. Please pray for the following clergy who died in October during the past 25 ence, and has helped create high school-specific resources for students. She’s KULPMONT – Holy Angels: years: worked with more than 300 high school groups all over the nation. Thomas Leaveck. Deacon Lee O. Beaston, 1989 Registration is $5 and includes a catered lunch. Registration should be sent LANCASTER – Assumption BVM: Msgr. Francis McCullough,1990 to the church office at 152 E. Pomfret St., Carlisle, PA 17013. For more in- formation, contact Gabriel Marcella at 717-243-5441 or Patty Dowling at Mary Rosy Trauger. Father Walter Halaburda, 2000 717-386-1074. MCSHERRYSTOWN – Father Edward J. Barrett, 2001 Annunciation BVM: Loretta Folmer, Mary E. “Betty” Kuhn. Father John Suknaic, 2004 Father Bernard Quinn, 2006 Bishop Gainer to Celebrate Mass MECHANICSBURG – St. in York Honoring Capuchin Franciscans Joseph: John Carey, Mario Fortini, Deacon Edwin Fitzpatrick, 2008 Gene Sporl, Robert Stepanic. Father Stephen Sheetz, 2009 It has been 35 years since the Capuchin Franciscan Order of priests and MIDDLETOWN – Seven Sorrows Father Kevin Kayda, 2013. brothers began their ministry in York’s St. Joseph Church. The parish will BVM: Felicia Rose. honor this special anniversary on Saturday, Oct. 4 – the feast of St. Francis of Assisi – with Bishop Ronald W. Gainer celebrating a 5 p.m. Mass at St. Joseph Church, located at 2935 Kingston Road. Current and returning friars who have served at St. Joseph York and priests from the York deanery will assist Bishop Gainer during the. Mass. Following the Mass, there will be a parish reception in the school cafeteria. To honor the Capuchin friars who have served the parish and continue to do so, parishioners will present to St. Joseph pastor, Father Louis Petruha, O.F.M., Cap., their pledges of service to the poor and marginalized in the community. Families, school children, and parish youth will make the presen- tations via a spiritual bouquet. Monetary contributions will also be presented to benefit Capuchin Vocations in the Province of St. Augustine in Pittsburgh, which serves the parishes of St. Joseph, York; St. Joseph, Dallastown; and St. Francis of Assisi, Harrisburg.

National Shrine to Host ‘Back from the Dead Cemetery Walk’ On Oct. 25 and Nov. 1 from 7-10 p.m., the National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, Md., in partnership with Mount St. Mary’s, will hold “Back from the Dead Cemetery Walks” in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. The program is an engaging and inspiring dramatization that teaches the spiritual principles of the Communion of Saints and the angels. As attendees walk through the cemetery, where many Sisters and Daughters of Charity are buried, as well as St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s children and fam- ily, they will encounter St. Teresa of Avila, a man going through Purgatory, St. Therese of Lisieux, Edith Stein, children from heaven, and other saints and martyrs. These religious figures will tell their stories and explain the three great virtues of faith, hope and charity. Father Brian Nolan, University Chaplain Director at Mount St. Mary’s, cre- ated the event in 2002 after working with college students at McDaniel Col- lege who had questions and misconceptions about the supernatural world and life after death. Registration occurs at the event, however advance reservation of tickets is encouraged. Tickets are $5 per person. Due to the nature of the event, it is recommended for children ages 14 and older; groups are welcome. The event will be held rain or shine. The first tour begins at 7 p.m., and tours run every 15 minutes. The last tour is at 9:30 p.m., and the event will con- clude at 10 p.m. For more information, visit www.setonheritage.org or www.backfromthedead.org or contact Bridgett Bassler at 301-447-6606 or [email protected]. The September 26, 2014 • Catholic Witness - 15

or call 570-648-4512 for more information. Take-out orders only. The Sisters of St. Joseph will host a solo performance, “The God Box: A Daughter’s Story,” by Mary Lou Quinlan Compiled by Jen Reed super bugs on Oct. 8, with fellowship from 3:30-4 p.m., and based on her New York Times bestseller, “The God Box,” Oct. a presentation from 4-5 p.m. Infection control director JoAnn 5 at Bishop McDevitt High School in Harrisburg. Proceeds Spiritual Offerings Adkins, RN, BSN, CIC, will present Infection Prevention 101: benefit the ministry and retirement needs of the Sisters of St. A Blue Mass to honor law enforcement agents, firefighters, “It’s the ones you can’t see!”, which will discuss information Joseph. For information, visit http://ssjphila.org/new/support- first responders and their family members will be celebrated at about various germs in the hospital and in the community. She our-mission-2/events, call 800-482-6510 or 717‐497‐2976, or Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church in Ephrata Sept. 28 at 11 will also be talking about important vaccinations to reduce the email [email protected]. Tickets are not being sold a.m. Light refreshments will be served in the Father Jackson risk of illness. This program is geared for parish nurses, health through the school. ministers, clergy, and others interested in health and wellness Center following the Mass. For more information, contact Our Mother of Perpetual Help Parish in Ephrata will Father John McLoughlin, pastor, at 717-733-9641. in their congregation. Contact Maureen Asper, RN, Coordina- tor of the Faith-Based Nursing Ministry, at 717-763-3048 or host former White House Chef John Moeller Oct. 10 from 6-9 Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish in Cornwall will hold a [email protected] for more information. One free nurs- p.m. Chef John will hold a cooking demonstration and prepare groundbreaking ceremony for its new church on Sept. 29 at ing credit will be offered for RNs who attend. a 4-course meal. The night will include local artisanal breads 6:30 p.m. Bishop Ronald Gainer will be the presider. There will and cheeses, Chinese Auction items, a book signing and so be a social in the parish center hall following the ceremony. The Magnificat Prayer Group at St. Joseph Parish in much more. All proceeds will go to the OMPH Food Bank. Tick- York is offering a New Evangelization program by Renewal ets are $60 per person. Contact Rita Pfautz at 717-733-9247 Caelorum at St. Joan of Arc Church in Hershey will be Ministries, “As By a New Pentecost, Seven Teachings to held Oct. 1 at 7 p.m. Father Pius Michael Tukura will preside. Prepare for a New Life in the Spirit.” This program is designed or [email protected]. Come and experience the power of praise & worship music and to introduce people to the Baptism in the Holy Spirit, to release The Outreach Ministry at St. Benedict the Abbot Parish Eucharistic Adoration. A reception will be held immediately fol- what the Spirit has given in the Sacraments of Christian Initia- in Lebanon will host “Dancing to the Oldies” with Mickey San- lowing the Caelorum. For more information, call 717-583-0240. tion, and to proclaim the basic message of Christianity so that tora on Oct. 11 at Prescott Banquet Hall in Myerstown. Doors An Evening of Prayer in Honor of St. Therese, The Little those who hear it can make a renewed commitment to the open at 5:30 p.m. with hot and cold buffet beginning at 6 p.m. Flower, will be held Oct. 1 at 7 p.m. at Annunciation of the Lord. Sessions begin at 7 p.m. and conclude by 9 p.m. in the Dancing from 7-10:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person and Blessed Virgin Mary Church in McSherrystown. Father Robert Daily Mass Chapel on Thursdays Oct. 9-Nov. 20, and include are on sale at St. Benedict the Abbot Church, 717-450-4506. Yohe will be the homilist. music, short video presentations by prominent speakers, All proceeds to benefit St. Benedict Outreach Ministry and St. discussion and prayer. A brochure with details and registration Jude Children’s Hospital. First Friday Devotions will be held at St. Lawrence Chapel form can be found at www.sjy.org. For more information, call in Harrisburg Oct. 3. The evening will begin with Mass at 7:30 Paul and Elaine at 717-757-3441. St. Rose of Lima Parish in York is holding its sixth annual p.m., followed by a Holy Hour with Adoration of the Blessed interactive murder mystery party Oct. 11 at 6 p.m. to raise St. Cyril Spiritual Center in Danville will host a reflection Sacrament. Confessions will be heard with the Chaplains of the funds for St. Rose of Lima School. This year’s theme is “Ok- Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter. morning, “Mary, the Compassion of God,” Oct. 11 from 9:45 a.m.-noon, presented by Sister Jean Marie Holup. The retreat toberfest.” As guests arrive, they will be greeted by “suspects” The North American Lourdes Volunteers will present a will recall how Mary put on the heart, mind and soul of her son. and invited to enjoy soft pretzels, mustard and German beer virtual Lourdes pilgrimage Oct. 4 at 6:30 p.m. at Our Lady of The cost is $30 by the registration deadline of Oct. 3. Register while listening to German music from The Dockenspielers, Lourdes Parish in New Holland. The experience will immerse by calling 570-275-0910 or visit www.sscm.org and click on founded in 1977 by a group of York Hospital doctors. After a participants in the message of Lourdes, with the opportunity “current events.” traditional German dinner, guests will interrogate the suspects, to touch the Grotto rock and experience the grace of Lourdes examine the clues and deduce “whodunit.” Suspects are water. Participants will receive a Eucharistic blessing and Theology on Tap in Lancaster will hold its next session played by parishioners and friends. The original script was writ- pray a decade of the Rosary. A Plenary Indulgence has been Oct. 15 at Annie Bailey’s Irish Pub, with a happy half hour at ten by St. Rose parishioner Rich Gordon. All money raised will granted by Pope Francis for all who attend. For more informa- 7 p.m. and speaker Emily Stimpson, author and blogger, at go to upgrading and maintaining the school’s computer lab and tion, contact Kristin Moreno at 717-354-3338. 7:30. Miss Stimpson will speak on “Friendships in Faith.” For information, visit www.totlancaster.com. corresponding technologies. Beer will be served, and BYOB The Dominican Nuns of the Perpetual Rosary will host is permitted. Tickets are $30/person and include appetizers, Rosary Sunday on Oct. 5 at 3 p.m. at their monastery chapel in Shroud of Turin Conference, sponsored by Knights of beer, dinner and entertainment. A table of six can be reserved Lititz Pike in Lancaster. The service will include recitation of the Columbus Council #13692, Immaculate Heart of Mary Par- for $150. Contact [email protected] or 717-767-9912 Rosary, a sermon by Father Frank Bede Shipps, OP, Benedic- ish in Abbottstown, to be held at Sacred Heart Basilica in for reservations. tion, a blessing and the distribution of roses. Prayer intentions Conewago. A fascinating presentation on the history, science, Our Lady of Hope Parish in Coal Township will hold its can be mailed to the Monastery of the Immaculate Heart of theology and controversy of the most sacred relic in the history Mary to be placed at Our Lady’s image and remembered in of Christianity. Featured speakers are Dr. John Jackson, lead annual raffle Oct. 12 in the parish hall. Doors open at 11 a.m., prayer throughout October, the Month of the Rosary. scientist of the Shroud of Turin Research Project (STURP), and the raffle will begin at 2 p.m. The kitchen will be serving and Rebecca Jackson, a specialist on the first century Jewish many delicious foods such as potato cakes, pierogies, haluski Mass with prayers for healing will be celebrated Oct. 7 at background of the Shroud. Two-day conference fee is $50 and BBQ. There will be many prizes which will include theme 7:30 p.m. at St. Theresa Church in New Cumberland by Father (2 meals included). Conference schedule is Oct. 17 from baskets and certificates from local businesses. Donation is $3. Dwight Schlaline. Special guest Kathleen McCarthy, who has 3-9 p.m., $20, and Oct. 18 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $30. Prior to Lebanon Catholic School will host a Fall Fest event Oct. a special ministry of healing, will also be present. The Mass is the conference on Friday at 2 p.m., Father James Lease will sponsored by the Pilgrims of Praise and Life in the Spirit prayer give a historic tour of the Sacred Heart Basilica. For tickets 18 from 6-10 p.m. to relive the glory days with Galbraith, groups. Call Mary Ann at 717-564-7709 or Loretta at 717-737- and more details, contact Luz Socrates at 717-873-3650 or Briody & Friends. This legendary band from Lebanon will have 7551 for information. [email protected]. you thoroughly entertained as they take you back to classic Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Parish in Elysburg will rock hits from the 70s and 80s. Advance tickets are $15 per Holy Spirit Diabetes Services in Camp Hill will host a person, and include admission, beer, soda and snacks. Tickets hold a parish mission and Eucharistic Devotions Oct. 12-14 at free event to offer healthy advice about managing diabetes 7 p.m. The mission will be conducted by Deacons Eddie Ensley cannot be guaranteed at the door. BYOB and additional and eating well. The 2014 Diabetes Taste-In will be offered in snacks are welcome. Reserved seating for 10 is available for and Robert Herrmann of Columbus, Ga. For more information, a morning (9-11:30 a.m.) and afternoon (1-3:30 p.m.) session contact the parish office at 570-672-2302. $150. Must be 21 years of age. Proceeds benefit Lebanon in the hospital auditorium. Sample easy-to-prepare, autumn- Catholic School’s mission to develop each student aca- inspired recipes. Learn practical tips for cooking healthy foods Education, Enrichment through a live food demonstration. Discover helpful techniques demically, spiritually, culturally and physically in a faith-based for weight management. Explore resources for diabetes care environment. To place an order for tickets, contact Lori Kostow, & Support and more through our vendors. Call Holy Spirit Diabetes Director of Advancement, at 717-273-3731, ext. 327. “That Man is You!” program offered at St. Peter Parish in Services at 717-763-2466 to reserve a seat. The Women’s Auxiliary of St. Philip the Apostle Parish Columbia beginning Sept. 13. The first year of the “That Man in Millersville will hold a Longaberger Basket Bingo Oct. is You!” program, entitled Becoming a Man after God’s own An Iconography Workshop led by Jody Cole will be held at St. Paul the Apostle Parish in Annville on two weekends, 20. Cost is $17 if purchased by Oct. 18, $20 after, if tickets Heart, considers man in his relationship to God. The fall se- are still available. Six cards for the 20 regular games with your mester focuses upon authentic male leadership. The program Oct. 31/Nov. 1 and Nov. 7/8, Friday evening from 6-9 p.m., will be held at 6:15 a.m. on Saturday mornings. Register at the and Saturday from 9-5 p.m. You will create an icon from entry fee. There are 3 specials and a cover-all that can be pur- door or by contacting Joe Haas at [email protected] or start to finish. Cost of $165 includes all supplies, instruction, chased that evening. There will also be a Chinese auction and 717-718-5702. etc. $50 deposit to sign up with balance due first night of class. many door prizes. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., bingo begins at 7 Participants will create the icon of St. Cecilia, patron saint p.m. The kitchen will be open for soup, sandwiches, snacks, The Women of Grace Study Program, “Full of Grace: of musicians. Contact Jeanne at 717-867-5492 or jarittle@ desserts and drinks. Tickets are available by contacting Jean Women and the Abundant Life,” will begin Sept. 30 at 6:30 comcast.net to sign up or for more information. Campion, 717-872-8883, Annette Schnee 717-397-1482 or p.m., facilitated by Andrea Dietz/St. Margaret Mary Parish in Andrea in the parish office at 717-872-2166. Harrisburg. Discover the gift of authentic femininity, holiness in Girl Scouts and members of American Heritage Girls life, and God’s awesome purpose and mission for you in the are invited to attend a workshop Nov. 8 at 1:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Council 3625 Prince of Peace world today in this 9-week study program. For more informa- Cardinal Keeler Center in Harrisburg. Girls will earn the Steelton will have an Oktoberfest on Oct. 25 from 6-10 p.m. tion, contact Andrea Dietz at 717-515-5208 or jethro4306@ “Women in Scripture: Martha and Mary” patch as they learn in the Parish Hall. Ethnic Food, music by the Polka Quads, verizon.net. about these holy women. Participants will complete a service basket raffle and an evening of fun, laughter and cheer. Tickets project to benefit the retired priests of the diocese. Information Are you interested in becoming a Women of Grace are $25 each and can purchased from any Knight or at the par- and a registration form are available at http://www.hbgdiocese. ish office during the week. Facilitator? The Women of Grace Study Program is designed org/youth-and-young-adults/catholic-scouting/. to teach women about God’s mission and purpose in life for A Craft and Coach purse bingo to benefit St. Pauline’s them. In a group study format with video lectures by Johnette Events & Fund-Raisers Healing Heart of Jesus Society in Kulpmont will be held Oct. Benkovic, host of Women of Grace, women explore the gift of St. Catherine Labouré Parish in Harrisburg will hold its 26 at 2 p.m. at Wilburton Hose Company in Wilburton, Pa. Ad- prayer, Sacred Scriptures, Church documents and teachings, 5th Annual Oktoberfest Celebration on Oct. 4 from 7 a.m.- mission is $25. Crafts with every special and raffle, as well as the Catechism, the lives of women saints and the example of 7 p.m. in the parish hall and grounds. The celebration will door prizes and refreshments. For more information, contact the Blessed Mother. No special training or academic degrees feature delicious foods beginning with breakfast and bingo, Colleen at 570-274-7491. are necessary. Contact Chris Arnold, Regional Coordinator, at a German grille, snacks, desserts and a hearty pork and [email protected] or 717-671-9256. sauerkraut dinner with all the trimmings; games for adults and Parish & Organization News “Tales from the Crypt,” an exploration of the faith for children, children’s pumpkin painting and Halloween costume The Diocese of Erie is seeking a motivated and qualified those too old for religious education and too young for adult parade, craft tables, theme baskets, a football tailgate party, individual capable of directing and coordinating the activi- education, will be offered in the crypt at St. Benedict the Abbot beer garden, and music by the Polka Quads from 1-4 p.m. For ties of Catholic Charities for the 13 counties of northwestern Church in Lebanon every other Wednesday beginning Oct. 1 information, see the parish website: www.sclhbg.org or call the Pennsylvania. Specific details regarding a full position profile, at 7 p.m. parish office at 717-564-1321. an organization chart, and a map providing the geography of Theology on Tap, Tri-County (Adams, Franklin, and low- Trinity High School in Camp Hill will hold its 2nd annual the service locations throughout the diocese can be viewed er Cumberland County) will have its next session Oct. 7 at the Rocks Run 5K and Fun Run on Oct. 4. All donations and at www.ErieRCD.org/employment.asp.Interested applicants University Grille in Shippensburg. Father Dan Richards, a 2013 proceeds benefit the Trinity Tuition Assistance Fund. For more can submit their resumes along with a signed application graduate of Mount St. Mary’s Seminary in Emmitsburg, Md., information, or to register, visit www.thsrocks.us or call Lisa (also available on the website) and required salary range to: and parochial vicar of St. Francis Xavier Parish in Gettysburg, Wolfe in the Development Office at 717-761-2228. Catholic Charities Search Team, 429 East Grandview Boule- will speak about “Holiness, For Christ’s Sake!” The presentation Mother Cabrini Parish in Shamokin will host a Chicken vard, P.O. Box 10397, Erie, PA 16514-0397 or via e-mail to will begin at 7:30 p.m., followed by a brief Q&A session. Ques- Bar-B-Que (1/2 chicken, homemade potato salad, baked [email protected]. The completed and signed job tions, please e-mail [email protected]. beans and roll) Oct. 5 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the “Cabrini application must indicate a specific dollar amount/range in the Faith-Based Nursing Ministry at Holy Spirit Hospital in Shed” on the corner of Race and Cherry streets. Donation is “Desired Compensation” section of the application to qualify for Camp Hill is offering a free program about infection control and $8. Tickets may be purchased at Mother Cabrini Parish Office, consideration. Deadline is Sept. 30. The 16 - Catholic Witness • September 26, 2014 A New Perspective at St. Philip’s By Jen Reed The Catholic Witness xtensive renova- Etions to St. Philip the Apostle Church in Millers- ville this summer have given parishioners a new perspec- tive in the celebration of their faith. In June, the parish, under the leadership of Father Mark Weiss, pastor, began a project to refurbish and reorient the interior of the church, which was built in 1968. At the time, the circular church was fitted with large glass windows and curtains that fronted the intersection of Routes 741 and 999, where the church is situated. In the 1980s, the glass windows were removed, and beautiful stained-glass windows were installed, de- picting the Joyful, Sorrow- ful and Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary. “The windows are a sight to behold, especially when EMILY M. ALBERT, THE CATHOLIC WITNESS the sunlight hits them,” Sunlight illuminates the stained-glass windows at St. Philip the Apostle Church in Millersville, the interior of which was renovated 180 Father Weiss said. “But the degrees so that parishioners now face the windows during Mass. priest is the only one who sees them during Mass, because they are during which he blessed the renovations behind the congregation.” Bishop and dedicated the new altar. The Mass So, in anticipation of the parish’s 50th Ronald was the first one celebrated there since anniversary next year, St. Philip’s began Gainer Pentecost Sunday, as parishioners had an interior renovation project, which fea- consecrates been gathering for Mass in the parish tures a new crucifix, new statues of Mary the new altar gymnasium this summer while renova- and Joseph, a new tabernacle and altar, with Sacred tions were taking place. new carpet and refurbished pews. Chrism. “The parishioners have been very sup- The project also included a 180-de- portive of the project, and were excited gree rotation of the interior, so that the to see the changes,” said Father Weiss, congregation now faces the stained-glass who took steps to ensure that parishioners windows. couldn’t look inside to catch a glimpse of The parish paid in full for the $646,000 the renovations until the Mass. “For them, it was like wanting to open project through its church renovation a present on Christmas Day. They were fund.In May, Father Weiss challenged his so eager to see the end result, and now 3,800 parishioners to donate half of that they can enjoy the beauty of the stained- amount back to the renovation fund; so glass windows and the new altar during far, they have contributed $125,000. Mass,” Father Weiss said. “This has Bishop Ronald W. Gainer celebrated given them a more fitting place for wor- Mass in the refurbished church Sept. 13, ship.”

Above: Mr. and Mrs. Philip and Carol Lastowski, and usher Jerry Burkhart present the gifts during Mass.

Right: Church renovations included a new crucifix, tabernacle and altar, shown as Father Mark Weiss, pastor, incenses the bishop during Mass.