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Leaven photo by Joe Bollig Steve Crisman (left) makes ready to receive fried fish from Bob Vasquez, while Grand Knight Dean Horst tends a cooker. The Knights of Columbus, Council No. 15026 at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in LaCygne, donated the proceeds from their March 2 fish fry to the Prairie Valley Buffaloes, who are raising funds to attend the Special Olympics state basketball tournament in Hays March 15-17. Knights fry ’em for the team By Joe Bollig laid out dinnerware, and carefully cut Leaven staff and deployed a regiment of sliced pie. This whole evening was for them, because the Knights were donating ACYGNE — The an- the profits to the teens’ basketball nual fish fry at Our team. Lady of Lourdes The yellow team shirt bore the ini- Parish here would tials of their school — Prairie Valley have caused Nor- High School of Linn County — and man Rockwell the school logo: a buffalo skull. These to break out his teens were not, however, on the brushes. teams that filled the gym during the That March 2 regular season. was a clear, mild, almost spring eve- On the wall was a big, green post- Lning. Members of the Knights of Co- er with the words “Good Luck,” the lumbus, Council No. 15026, were mixed-gender team members’ names, tending seven furiously boiling cook- and the words “Special Olympics.” ers in a little wooden garage across On the back of the teens’ shirts the parking lot from the brick church was the slogan: “Let me win, but if I (dedicated in 1982). cannot win, let me be brave in the at- Meanwhile, a few ladies and a tempt.” gaggle of teen volunteers in yellow These were the Level Four teens Leaven photo by Joe Bollig shirts bustled about in the social hall, with developmental disabilities from Prairie Valley Buffaloes team members — (from left) Stacy Peek, Melissa Johnson, Jennifer located in the church basement. The Smail, Jessica Lewis and Rickie Fishburn-Miller — are excited about going to the state tourna- teens mixed tea and made lemonade, See “KNIGHTS” on page 4 ment. 2 LOCAL NEWS THE LEAVEN • MARCH 9, 2012 THE LEAVEN • MARCH 9, 2012 SECOND FRONT PAGE 3 LIFE WILL BE VICTORIOUS Trip to Rome a chance to share successes, challenges of archdiocese s this week’s Leaven Archbishop Naumann’s Mass — St. John Lateran Aarrives in your home, weekly calendar Meeting — Pontifical Council for the I am in Rome with the Laity March 9 bishops of Kansas, Mis- Meeting — Congregation for Clergy March 18 souri, Iowa and Nebraska Mass, vespers and dinner with the Possible audience with Holy Father making our “ad limina Apostles of the Interior Life in Rome children to attend a Catholic school — Mass — St. Mary Major apostolorum” (“to the is a challenge. Despite our best efforts, March 20 Presbyteral Council thresholds of the apos- the overall enrollment in Catholic Meeting — Pontifical Council for Pro- schools has declined since 2004. moting New Evangelization tles”) pilgrimage/visit. Our “ad limina” report also includes many encouraging facts. Since the March 10 Every five years or so, each dioc- rchbishop eleher s report for 2004, the number of semi- Meeting — Congregation for Institutes A K ’ esan bishop must submit to the Holy weekly calendar narians has increased, the permanent of Consecrated Life Father a written report on the life of diaconate has been established, two the church in his diocese. The Ameri- March 10 religious orders of women (the Fran- Possible audience with Holy Father can bishops were one of the last groups ciscan Sisters of the Martyr St. George Anointing Mass — Curé of Ars, Leawood to make an “ad limina” visit during and the Little Sisters of the Lamb) have March 11 the papacy of Pope John Paul II. In March 11 established a convent here. Actually, Mass — Casa Santa Maria November 2004, when I was coadjutor since the report was submitted, a third Confirmation — St. Catherine, Emporia archbishop, I accompanied Archbishop community has made a new founda- March 12 Keleher for my most recent “ad limina” March 13 tion (the Poor of Jesus Christ) in the Mass — St. Peter’s Basilica (tomb of visit. Confirmation — Christ the King, Topeka archdiocese. Blessed John Paul II) The church is a little bit behind on Also since the last “ad limina” these visits because of the transfer of March 14 report, a new Catholic high school — Meeting — Congregation for Divine governance from Mass and dinner — Federal prison St. James Academy Worship Pope John Paul II to — opened in Lenexa. Pope Benedict XVI. ‘The Shepherd’s Voice’ March 17 The Holy Family Possible audience with Holy Father It takes a while for a programming notes School of Faith was 8:30 a.m. Pro-Life Mass — Sts. Cyril & new pope and those Methodius, Kansas City, Kan. Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann’s founded and began Meeting — Pontifical Council for Family who assist him to be radio program on KEXS 1090 AM offering adult educa- prepared to receive March 18 airs at 10 a.m. on Sunday and is tion and faith forma- March 13 the bishops and their Mass — Federal prison repeated at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday tion, particularly to Meeting — Congregation for Catholic Leaven photos by Susan McSpadden diocesan reports. and 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. the faculties of our Education Donald Bloodgood signs the Book of the Elect at the Rite of Election on Feb. 26 at St. Patrick Church in Kansas City, Kan. With Bloodgood are Sister Marilyn Schieber, OSB, and his sponsor, James The archdiocesan Catholic schools. Mass — Disciplinary barracks report that I submit- Jursch, a member of Christ the King Parish in Kansas City, Kan. One of the most sig- Meeting — Congregation for the Doc- ted to the Holy Father was 80 pages March 19 nificant enrichments of the life of the trine of the Faith in length and compared the life of the church is that the faculties of all our Confirmation — St. Ann, Prairie Village church in northeast Kansas today to Catholic secondary and elementary Meeting — Supreme Tribunal of the what it was like in 2004. I am grateful Hundreds continue journey toward Catholicism schools receive regular and systematic Apostolic Signatura to Father John Riley, our chancellor, faith formation. I believe that this has who with the assistance of many on better equipped the entire faculty to By Jessica Langdon regions of the archdiocese, was the sec- Archbishop Joseph F. our archdiocesan staff, assembled the fulfill their responsibility to help form Leaven staff ond significant step. On Feb. 26, cate- Naumann celebrates “ad limina” report. I had to write a their students in the faith. that they have developed is making a and dedication, that characterized the chumens signed their names in the Book the Rite of Election report about my own ministry, as well The number of parishes offering positive impact in the archdiocese by ministry of Peter and Paul will also be KANSAS CITY, Kan. — These weeks of the Elect in the presence of Archbish- ceremony on Feb. 26 as provide a general assessment of the Christ Renews His Parish retreats has helping participants to deepen and evident in our pastoral work. of Lent are an important time in the life op Joseph F. Naumann — some at the 3 at St. Patrick Church state of the church in northeast Kansas increased significantly. Many other grow in their own prayer life as they In effect, we are challenged to pray of the church. But they are particularly p.m. liturgy at St. Patrick Parish in Kan- in Kansas City, Kan. and a forecast for its future. parishes offer the Light of the World prepare to assist others in the develop- for the grace to be martyrs for Jesus special to the hundreds of people pre- sas City, Kan., and others at the 7 p.m. Later that day, the It was a helpful exercise to review retreats. The number of parishes of- ment of a rich interior life. and our Catholic faith. The word “mar- paring to enter the church at Easter. rite at Sacred Heart Parish in Shawnee. archbishop celebrated what has transpired in the archdiocese fering Catholic Bible studies has also Hispanic ministry has also expand- tyr” literally means “witness.” Those With celebrations of the Rite of Elec- Those in the Topeka area celebrated another Rite of Elec- in the past seven years. Indeed, we increased. Several parishes offer men ed in the archdiocese, with Spanish- whom the church venerates as martyrs tion on Feb. 26 and March 4, they have the Rite of Election on March 4 at Christ tion at Sacred Heart have many challenges. the opportunity to participate in the language Masses being offered at sev- gave the ultimate witness by shedding reached two of three major milestones the King Parish in Topeka. Church in Shawnee. Though not as bad as in other parts That Man is You program, as well as eral additional parishes. Our Hispanic their blood rather than betray or deny along their path to Catholicism, ex- The signatures are kept with the The final Rite of Elec- of the United States, there has been a several parishes provide faith enrich- ministry office assists parishes with a their faith. Whether any of us will be plained Michael Podrebarac, archdioc- archdiocese as a record of those seeking tion was held March significant decline during the last 40 ment groups for women, such as significant Hispanic population, not called to die a martyr’s death, we are all esan consultant for liturgy. baptism during the year. 4 at Christ the King years in the percentage of Catholics Endow or Women of Grace. More than only to offer Spanish-language Masses, being invited to pour out all of our lives RCIA classes started in the fall for Candidates also attend the Rite of the Church in Topeka. who participate every week in the Sun- a thousand people, in addition to our but also faith formation programs for in love for Jesus Christ and his people. both catechumens — people preparing Elect celebrations to declare their inten- day Eucharist. The number of couples Catholic school teachers, participate in parents and children. Despite our significant challenges to be baptized and enter the church— tions to be in full communion with the seeking to marry in the church has de- School of Faith adult faith formation The name “ad limina apostolorum” in the archdiocese, preparing for the and candidates — those who have been church. clined, while the number cohabitating classes. The archdiocese has become a reveals that the most important ele- “ad limina” visit has been an oppor- baptized in a Christian religion and are “It’s a major step in the process to be- has increased. Welcoming, attending satellite campus for the Maryvale In- ment of these pilgrimages is for the tunity for me to step back and simply now seeking full communion with the coming Catholic,” said Podrebarac, add- to the pastoral needs, and tapping into stitute from England which offers mas- bishops to pray at the thresholds of the be amazed at how the Holy Spirit has Catholic Church. ing that it gives individuals entering the the many gifts and virtues of a growing ter’s degrees in catechetics, as well as a tombs of the great apostles — Peter been very active in the archdiocese. I This year, there are a total of 154 cat- church the chance to see themselves in Hispanic population are some of the certification program for catechists. and Paul. On Wednesday (March 7), have communicated to our Holy Father echumens and 287 candidates for full a context that is much larger than their most significant pastoral challenges The expansion of the presence of we celebrated Mass near the tomb of your love and affection for him, as well communion in the Archdiocese of Kan- local parishes. and opportunities. the Apostles of the Interior Life in the St. Peter. On Thursday (March 8), I had as your prayers for God’s continued sas City in Kansas. The third major milestone in this Attempting to keep Catholic educa- archdiocese with the establishment the privilege of being the principal cel- blessing for the pope. Please know that The first milestone for both groups journey is just a few weeks away —the tion accessible financially — as well as of their house in Holy Spirit Parish in ebrant for the Eucharist near the tomb I carry each of you and your intentions came at the start of Advent, when they Easter Vigil. motivating those with the resources to Overland Park has been a great bless- of St. Paul. At both tombs, the other in my prayers during these days of were welcomed into either the order of It is there that both catechumens and make the sacrifice necessary for their ing. The Spiritual Mentorship Program bishops and I prayed that the same zeal pilgrimage. catechumens or of candidates. candidates will receive the sacraments The Rite of Election, which took place of initiation and officially become Cath- at three different churches in different olics.

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Naumann [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 4 LOCAL NEWS THE LEAVEN • MARCH 9, 2012 THE LEAVEN • MARCH 9, 2012 LOCAL NEWS 5 Obama inflexible; Harveyville seeks to rebuild after tornado Cardinal Dolan warns sured the people of Harveyville they’ve lost something until three of ‘tough times’ ‘Welcome home’ Local organizations they’re not going through this months after a disaster,” said Reev- alone. er. They might open a drawer and By Joe Bollig pledge to help community “There’s a lot of people thinking only then realize their scissors are Leaven staff Priests: Confession initiative reaps results after the disaster about them and praying for them gone, she said. and wanting to help,” said Father “And I hope we don’t forget Despite the failure of a bill that would By Jessica Langdon Leaven staff By Jessica Langdon Warsnak. about these people and what they have provided conscience rights protec- Leaven staff He hoped the residents of Har- might need down the road,” she tion, the U.S. bishops said they would con- KANSAS CITY, Kan. — Father Rich- veyville, which has about the same added. tinue to fight for religious freedom and ard Storey, pastor of Holy Spirit Parish HARVEYVILLE — Lives changed population as Reading, will carry Father Warsnak didn’t know conscience. in Overland Park, believes Wednesdays in minutes for the people of Har- comfort from that support in their how much the collection for Har- On March 1, the U.S. Senate voted 51 to 48 this Lent are about coming home. veyville. hearts and minds as they start to veyville would net, but he planned against the “Re- Focus on For it is from 6 to 7 p.m. on Wednes- “What they had a few days ago, heal. to send the funds to Father Antho- spect for Rights of days that parishes across the archdio- they no longer have,” said Jami As Reever worked in Harveyville, ny Oullette, who is the pastor of St. HHS mandate Conscience Act,” cese are making available an additional Reever, executive director of the she met people who were basically Patrick Parish in Osage City and St. which had as its opportunity to receive the sacrament of United Way of the Flint Hills. “I met shellshocked. The tornado came Patrick Parish in Scranton. Scran- main sponsor Sen. Roy Blunt, R-Mo. The U.S. reconciliation. a family today who lost a loved one with little warning and was gone in ton isn’t far from Harveyville, and bishops strongly supported the act. Father Storey views that as “another in this tornado, and that has left me a matter of minutes. the parish serves parishioners from The legislation, also known as “the Blunt way for God to say, ‘Welcome home’ and with a heavy heart.” But as Reever talked, she was the town. Amendment,” was attached to an impor- our church family to say, ‘Welcome back.’” Reever, a parishioner of Sacred walking by the home of 53-year-old “Whatever funds we raise, we’ll tant highway bill. It would have greatly This is the second year for such Heart Church in Emporia, arrived Richard Slade and his wife. The tor- give it over to Father Anthony, and strengthened conscience rights in the De- an initiative in the archdiocese, and in Harveyville soon after the storm. nado had blown it right off its foun- he can assist folks who need it there partment of Health and Human Resources people have responded, say the priests She could see all around her the de- dation that night, causing injuries in Harveyville,” said Father Wars- contraception, sterilization and abortifa- who have sat in the confessional during struction the EF2 tornado left in its that claimed Slade’s life. nak. cient mandate announced on Jan. 20. those times. wake on Feb. 28. Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback He recalled the outpouring of There are 24 Catholic U.S. senators. Of “Offer it, and they will come,” said “To see these houses that have visited Harveyville on March 1, generosity from parishes through- those, 13 voted against the Blunt Amend- Father Storey. just been com- where he talked out the archdiocese when Reading ment, and 11 voted in favor. The vote was pletely de- I hope we don’t forget with Slade’s fam- was struck. largely according to party lines, although stroyed is over- ily and others af- In Reading’s case, a long-term three Democrats voted for the legislation, Strong turnout w h e l m i n g , ” about these people and fected by the tor- committee was set up to help the and one Republican voted against. “The need to defend citizens’ rights of “I thought it was really convenient,” said Reever. nado. community, which included rep- said Father Mike Hawken, pastor of St. She was what they might need Talk, said resentatives of Sacred Heart, the conscience is the most critical issue before our country right now,” said Bishop William Joseph Parish in Shawnee. “I saw a lot there to try to down the road,” Reever, is very United Methodist Church, the Unit- of people stopping by after they had help restore a important to the ed Way and others. E. Lori of Bridgeport, Conn. He is chair- Jami Reever, executive director of the man of the Ad Hoc Committee on Religious gotten off work.” sense of nor- recovery process. Many of the homes hit in Read- Archdiocesan chancellor Father malcy to the United Way of the Flint Hills She and other ing had been paid off long ago, Liberty of the U.S. Conference of Catholic John Riley took his turn in the confes- CNS photo/Gregory A. Shemitz people who volunteers spend and the owners didn’t have insur- Bishops. sional at Sacred Heart Parish in Shaw- The Lenten penance initiative reflects Archbishop Naumann’s desire that the faithful have increased opportunities to receive God’s generous gift of call the city of a a lot of their time ance. The funds helped people who “We will continue our strong defense of conscience rights through all available legal nee, where he is in residence, and was grace through this sacrament. As was done last year, confessions are heard at each parish from 6 to 7 p.m. on Wednesdays, all during Lent. few hundred home. doing just that with the people might have had no other way to pay impressed by the turnout. they meet. It’s important, and often for something as simple as a mat- means. Religious freedom is at the heart An outpouring of support, in- He was kept there until 9 p.m. at He reminded people there are two therapeutic, for people to tell their tress. of democracy and rooted in the dignity of From guilt to forgiveness cluding hundreds of volunteers, fol- least once, he said, but he didn’t mind. ways to confess — face to face and be- stories. Because Sacred Heart witnessed every human person,” he said. “We will lowed the tornado. He was happy to see such interest. Father Storey acknowledged that hind a screen. Confession resources “We put the forms down and we such generosity from across the not rest until the protection of conscience Harveyville had help from many He encouraged pastors to find ways some anxiety can accompany this step. And priests don’t think about the sit down on the front porch and we archdiocese when the call came to rights is restored and the First Amendment Parishes are offering confession areas, including some that were no to make confession even more available However, as with any conflict, “The things people confess afterward, so that talk,” she said. assist Reading, now it is extending is returned to its place of respect in the Bill from 6 to 7 p.m. each Wednesday stranger to the devastation a torna- ” on a regular basis throughout the year. minute you can just say, ‘I’m sorry,’ it doesn’t need to be a worry, Father Sto- From her experience with Read- what help it can to the people of of Rights.” of Lent. In areas where the priest do can wreak. pushes a whole new life upon you,” he rey said. ing, she knows the people of Har- Harveyville. On the following day, Cardinal Timothy serves multiple parishes, contact Sacred Heart Parish in Empo- said. “You start, and you have shame “It’s forgiven, it’s forgotten,” he said. veyville will have difficult months “We have an opportunity to help M. Dolan, archbishop of New York and pres- Getting the word out the parish office for the location. ria — which isn’t far from Reading, and guilt. And that shame and guilt is What priests do remember is that ahead of them. this community,” Father Warsnak ident of the U.S. bishops’ conference, sent a Resources, including a guide where a violent tornado struck on Promotion is the key in getting peo- turned to forgiveness.” someone has been forgiven and been People will need strength as they said. letter to his fellow bishops. and examinations of conscience for May 22, 2011 — took up a collec- ple to the sacrament, said Father Riley. Fear is a reason many people give for able to come home. move ahead. And he assured the residents of In his letter, Cardinal Dolan said Presi- adults and children, can be found on tion the weekend of March 3-4 to So this year, like last, radio spots fea- not going to confession. God knew people would need for- And the needs won’t go away af- Harveyville that, although it takes dent Obama’s announcement on Feb. 10 the archdiocesan website at: www. help the Harveyville community. ture Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann’s Father Hawken found that confes- giveness, he said, pointing out that ter the initial cleanup; they go on time, things do get better. “solved little and complicated a lot.” The archkck.org. Sacred Heart pastor Father Rich voice on a wide range of radio stations sion aids and welcoming priests helped three of the seven sacraments — bap- for a long time. “Have the resolve to rebuild what president invited the bishops to “work out They can be printed and taken Warsnak acknowledged things can calling Catholics to confession. put people at ease. tism, confession and anointing of the be a mess in the beginning, but as- “Sometimes people don’t know needs rebuilding,” he said. the wrinkles” with him, and the bishops into the confessional. accepted, but were confronted with some- The radio spots are brief, said Father “The priest will help you,” he said. sick — are about forgiveness of sins. thing else. Riley, but they are all over, covering ev- Just say it’s been a while and you “The White House press secretary said ery genre from country to rock. don’t know where to start. A healing experience Part of Lenten experience the mandates are [an accomplished and ir- Several people told Father Hawken “My response is always, ‘Well, let me reversible deed]. . . . The White House noti- in 2011 that the radio reminders caught say, first of all, how happy I am you’re “This Lenten penance initiative re- Father Hawken makes confession fied Congress that the dreaded mandates their attention. here,’” said Father Riley. flects Archbishop Naumann’s encour- part of his own Lent every year. are now published in the Federal Registry “It was really an invitation to Getting there is more than half the agement of, and desire for, the faithful “I realize in my own life that confes- Knights help Special Olympians ‘without change,’” wrote Cardinal Dolan. come home to the sacrament,” Father battle, he said. to take advantage of God’s free offer sion is good for the soul,” he said. The cardinal further wrote that at a re- Hawken said. “And by coming home, As for the rest? of grace given in this powerful sacra- People who went last year for the Continued from page 1 None of the players is Catholic, but It doesn’t matter if we win or lose.” cent meeting between USCCB and Obama I think that a lot of people who hadn’t “Don’t worry, we’ll walk through,” ment,” said Father Williams. first time in a while said it was the best that was rather unimportant as well. The Knights gave the team $188 and administration staff, the USCCB staff asked been for a long time really felt invited said Father Riley. “It’s easy.” He is reminded of the words of Moth- Lent they had had in years. several surrounding communities. Typical small-town spirit is alive here, decided to donate the proceeds from directly if the mandates would be revised and encouraged in a very positive way And you can take resources — a er Teresa of Calcutta expressing that the This initiative isn’t about numbers, They attend Prairie Valley High as part and the many interlocking ties easily their next fish fry. It was a good- eve or the exemption would be broadened, and to come to the sacrament.” printed copy of the act of contrition, for greatest poverty in the Western world is said Father Storey, but about helping of a regional learning cooperative. cross denominational lines. ning. In the first hour, they raised $450. the White House staff members said these Father Anthony Williams, pastor example — in with you. not about material things, but poverty even one soul get to heaven. The fish fry was being held to raise “I’ve seen pastors from three other By evening’s end, the Knights took in were not negotiable. of St. Joseph Parish in Olpe, saw good of the soul. Father Riley believes, as does the funds so they could attend the Special churches here tonight,” said Knight $1,231.68. That 68 cents was very im- Cardinal Dolan advised the bishops to results during Lent 2011 and offered Easing worries “The Lenten penance initiative,” Fa- church, in frequent confession and Olympics Kansas State Basketball and Fred Obermeier later in the evening. A portant, said Dean Horst, the council’s prepare for tough times. the same opportunity during the four ther Williams continued, “is an invita- hopes this initiative will spark that. Cheerleading Tournament from March lot of their congregants were there, too. Grand Knight. Wednesdays of Advent. Father Riley believes people expe- tion to the faithful people of God that “Just come,” he urged. “Some, like America magazine, want us rience such healing, forgiveness and 15-17 in Hays. The team connected with the Knights “One of the players insisted on pay- to cave in and stop fighting, saying this is “Adults took greater advantage of they can rest only in the mercy and “Set aside the Wednesday you’re go- Before the crowd of diners showed thanks to Laree Christiansen, a parapro- ing for his own meal,” he said. “I think these times to reconcile their lives with mercy that, once they decide to go, they grace that comes from God.” ing to come right now,” Father Hawken simply a policy issue; some want us to close wonder why they waited so long. up, two of the team members, Melissa fessional at Prairie View and a parishio- the 68 cents was all he had.” everything down rather than comply,” God,” said Father Williams. said. “Schedule it.” Johnson and Jessica Lewis, offered to ner of Our Lady of Lourdes. She brings “Our hope is to create opportunities wrote the cardinal. “Some, like Bishop Rob- do the team cheer: “Excited for a bas- the students to the church to clean it of a lifetime for them,” said Chris Kleido- ert Lynch wisely noted, wonder whether ket/We’re moving down the floor/We as part of a work-study program, said sty, USD 362 superintendent, a Knight we might have to engage in civil disobedi- are the mighty Buffaloes/And now Cheryl Kratzberg, team coach, as well and member of Our Lady of Lourdes. ence and risk steep fines; some worry that we’re gonna score! Yah!” as a Level Four teacher and member “And it’s also about providing teaming we’ll have to face a decision between two The score — as well as the win-loss of St. John Parish in Greeley. While on activities, where the kids learn to get ethically repugnant choices: subsidizing record — are rather unimportant. Team such a trip, Christiansen visited with a along with other kids and compete, and immoral services or no longer offering in- members just like to play, explained Knight about the team’s need to raise to be good sports — life skills.” surance coverage, a road none of us wants Eric Reese, 17. funds for the tournament. “It’s providing something they’ll re- to travel.” “It’s really a lot of fun,” he said. “I “They have a good attitude and they member for the rest of their lives,” he Cardinal Dolan said in the coming weeks was a good rebounder at Leavenworth; like to play,” said Kratzberg. “We have a continued. “The Special Olympic games the USCCB would provide additional re- I was on fire at rebounds. Once, I made couple of tall guys on our team who are are really important for them, where sources for the bishops to aid the faithful a bounce shot in.” rebounders, and we’re in it for the fun. those kids are in the limelight.” with advocacy, prayer and education. 6 LOCAL NEWS THE LEAVEN • MARCH 9, 2012 THE LEAVEN • MARCH 9, 2012 LOCAL NEWS 7 Armand and Rosanna Charbonneau, Sister Perpetua members of St. Gregory Parish, McGrath, SCL They had a rip-roarin’ God time Marysville, will cel- LEAVENWORTH — Sister Perpetua Mc- ebrate their 60th Grath, 89, a Sister of Charity of Leaven- WILLIAMSBURG — The fun was only The event was fun with a serious pur- wedding anniver- worth, died on Feb. 27 at the motherhouse the half of it, because the good times were pose — to challenge young people to enter sary with a special here. mixed with God times. into a deeper relationship with Christ, said dinner and Mass Dorothy Jean More than 640 sixth, seventh- and Deacon Dana Nearmyer, lead consultant with their family. McGrath was born eighth-grade students from across the for the office of evangelization and Catho- The couple was on Jan. 23, 1923, in archdiocese attended the junior high lic formation of youth. married on March Kansas City, Mo., youth rally on Feb. 26 at Prairie Star Much of the fun was provided by The 13, 1952, at St. ANNIVERSARY one of two children Ranch in Williamsburg. Mikey Needleman Band and the acousti- Joseph Church in St. of James “Casey” The daylong event featured rallies cal humor rock duo Popple. Joseph. Their children and their spouses and Norine Waters with music in a large structure called “the The theme of the day was taken from St. are: Jerome and Mindy Charbonneau, Wa- McGrath. Hanger,” followed by breakout sessions Paul’s Letter to the Galatians: “Yet I live, no terville; Audrey and Randy Pfizenmaier, She graduated led by other youths and young adults. longer I, but Christ lives in me” (2:20). Morganville; Mark and Theresa Charbon- from St. Mary’s neau, Clay Center; Denise and Jim Long, Sister Perpetua Academy and St. Downs; Dennis and Laurie Charbonneau, McGrath Mary College, Leav- Emporia; and Lori and Gary Crownover, enworth. Dorothy Marysville. They also have 16 grandchil- Sacred Heart Church in Topeka will begin offering a monthly pro-life Mass on March 28. entered the religious community of the dren and 12 great-grandchildren. Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth on Sept. 1, 1940, and, as Sister Perpetua, made her profession of vows on March 2, 1942. Topeka parish to offer pro-life Mass For 30 years, Sister Perpetua taught ANNIVERSARY POLICY TOPEKA — A monthly Marian to celebrate the Mass on the fourth and/or was principal in elementary schools The Leaven only prints 50, 60, 65 Mass for former pilgrims has broad- Wednesday of each month. and 70th anniversary notices. An- in Wyoming, Montana, Kansas, Nebraska, nouncements are due by 5 p.m. eight ened its mission and is now dedicat- The next Mass, accompanied by Colorado, Missouri, and Oklahoma. days (Thursday) before the desired ed to the sanctity of life and an end devotions, will be at Sacred Heart Next, she served as the school supervi- publication date. Announcements must to abortion. Church, 312 N. Freeman Ave., on the sor and education consultant for the Arch- be typed. They are for parishioners of The former pilgrims have gath- evening of March 28: diocese of Kansas City in Kansas and later Catholic parishes in the Archdiocese ered for a Marian Mass in Topeka for • Evening prayer begins at 6 p.m., as the director of religious personnel for of Kansas City in Kansas, or for those more than 20 years, said Patty Hur- along with the sacrament of recon- the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph. who have resided in the archdiocese ley, one of the organizers. ciliation and a rosary. for a significant period of time. Send In 1984, Sister Perpetua started work notices to: The Leaven, 12615 Parallel “We decided, now that Kansas • Mass is at 7 p.m. at Exempla-St. Joseph Hospital in Denver Pkwy., Kansas City, KS 66109, attn: an- City [Kansas] has a monthly pro-life • Eucharistic adoration follows where she worked in patient services and niversaries; or send an email to: Todd@ Mass, that we would do this,” said Mass, concluding with Benediction. the pastoral care department. theleaven.com. If you would like your Hurley. • A social hour will be held after She returned to the motherhouse in Emcee of the rally portion of the junior high event, Michael Sherrin (center) of St. Michael the Archangel photo returned to you, please include a Father Tom Hesse, a retired priest Benediction. 2001 and retired to Ross Hall in 2010. Parish in Leawood, called up a volunteer to assist with the liturgy and gave final instructions. The cel- self-addressed stamped envelope. who lives in Topeka, has volunteered ebrant was Father Gary Pennings, moderator of the curia and vicar general for the archdiocese.

Dan Harms (above, left) makes a dramatic strum on his guitar while his partner, Kyle Heimann, puts on some glasses “to look more intel- lectual.” The comic rock musicians from Indiana call themselves “Pop- ple.”

More volunteers (left) were called to the stage to participate in an icebreaking activity designed to show how we read the expressions of others. Each volunteer was given a sugar packet, but the contents of one packet was refilled with salt. At the signal, each volunteer ate the contents of their packet, and they and the audience learned who got the salt. Photos by Joe McSorley

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“The chaplain was amazing,” said when they needed it most Ryan. “He got here around six and he stayed with us until they came and By Jill Ragar Esfeld took my dad’s body.” “He played music, and my dad liked the music,” said Tyler. “I definitely felt s a medical social worker with Catholic like God was watching over us. “It helped my dad out, but it helped Community Hospice, Karen McGuinn us out as well — inside.” had gotten tough calls before. But the one she got from case manag- Going on er and nurse Andrea Clark last Novem- ber was particularly worrisome. With the help of O’Laughlin, the boys buried their father in Ohio in ear- “She said there were these two young boys, and they ly December. A They’re now back in Kansas City to- were trying to plan a funeral,” recalled McGuinn. “And gether, shouldering the heavy burden they just really weren’t sure what to do. of organizing and managing all that he left behind. “I came, and it was kind of a train wreck. But we got Ryan won’t be making that return things resolved.” trip to Denver for a while. “As long as Tyler says he wants me After his experience with Catholic Community Hos- here, I’ll stay,” he said. pice, Ryan Kruskamp calls its workers “the people in Tyler, a wrestler for Turner High School in Kansas City, Kan., missed the trenches.” much of his season this year, but still managed to win fourth place at the His younger brother Tyler agrees. state tournament — a goal his father “Me and my brother, we have never been in a situa- always wanted to see him achieve. “Before my match, I asked him to tion like this before,” he said. “They knew what to do, help me,” said Tyler. “He always want- and they helped us through the hard times. ed me to be the best.” Ryan, too, has seen an answer to a “They helped us out a lot.” prayer. hopeful. They even made a trip to the “I prayed a bunch through this Into the trenches Mayo Clinic in Minnesota. whole ordeal,” he said. “And my father “We were willing to do clinical tri- Tyler (left) and Ryan Kruskamp display a photo of their father Larry, who died of cancer last fall. Larry chose Catholic Community Hospice because of its faith component, and his sons found in the agency the support system they so desperately needed dur- not making it, at first I had that knee- als, basically anything anyone wanted ing their darkest hours. jerk reaction that my prayers weren’t Larry Kruskamp moved with his answered.” son Tyler to Kansas City, Kan., because to try,” said Ryan. “He was willing to Hospice has a low patient-to-nurse ra- “My dad always brightened up little less difficult, a little easier to go who often works with Catholic Com- go down fighting. “My dad wouldn’t have But then he reflected on how se- he suffered from hepatitis C and doc- tio, the service is very personal. when she showed up.” through for the family, then I’ve ac- munity Hospice to help families with renely his father had died. tors told him his best chance for a liver “But in the end, there was nothing And Kruskamp’s sons found it was Despite his sons’ efforts to prolong complished my purpose,” she said. such arrangements. they could do.” wanted to be anywhere “He really just kind of stopped transplant was through the University quite the opposite of giving up. his life, Kruskamp succumbed to his On her initial visit, she was able to “I remember Brian telling me, breathing,” he said. “It was the most of Kansas Medical Center. else but at home. They “My dad wouldn’t have wanted to cancer more quickly than expected. get Kruskamp awake and coherent ‘You’re going to be kind of out of it, dis- peaceful thing you could imagine. But last August, Kruskamp fell while The hospice choice be anywhere else but at home,” said And the family was caught off-guard. enough to appoint Ryan his power of combobulated,’” said Ryan. “‘Just give “My prayers could have been an- cutting tree branches. An emergency- don’t encourage you to die; Ryan. “They don’t encourage you to But, fortunately, their hospice team attorney. When the call from the nurse us a call and we’ll handle everything.’ swered in any millions of ways that I room x-ray to check for broken ribs In the beginning, Kruskamp was it’s just a system of support die; it’s just a system of support the en- was not. came in, she returned and stayed with “It’s true; you’re just kind of out of can’t really imagine. And they were showed something far more ominous completely against hospice. tire time.” “We really didn’t have all the affairs Ryan as he went through paperwork your mind when you lose someone.” answered in that my dad died peace- — a six-centimeter tumor in his liver. “I think he kind of looked at it as giv- the entire time.” in order,” said Ryan. “Our nurse, she and signed documents with a lawyer. fully.” Kruskamp’s first concern was for his ing up,” said Ryan. was, like, ‘You guys have to do this.’ Kruskamp had said he wanted to Ryan Kruskamp The final hours After nine years with Catholic Com- 17-year-old son, whose mother was de- For the sake of his sons, Kruskamp Teamwork “I think she could see things were be buried in a family plot in his home- munity Hospice, McGuinn knows ex- ceased. changed his mind. But with more than kind of taking a turn for the worse.” town in Ohio. Because McGuinn real- actly what he means. “Basically, it starts out always with “Somebody told me along the way He also had an older son from a pre- 60 hospices in the area, the selection That’s when McGuinn got her call, ized that, when the end came, the boys that God gave us tears as a coping “Deaths that I’ve been present for, Catholic Charities of Northeast Kan- the patient,” said Clark. “You find out vious marriage, Ryan, living and work- process alone was daunting. and she came right away. would have no way of knowing how to mechanism,” said McGuinn. “And so I which is quite a few — they’re usually sas. It’s the only Catholic hospice in the what his immediate needs are. ing in Colorado. “I think one thing a lot of people “When I got there,” she said, “Larry have the body transported or arrange encourage people to use those.” very peaceful, calm,” she said. “There’s area, but serves people of all faiths. “In this case, [Kruskamp] had a lot Kruskamp called Ryan right away. don’t understand is they think there’s appeared to be very near actively dy- the funeral, she connected Ryan with As their father was dying, Ryan and almost a good feeling. “Right now, about 60 percent of our of pain management issues. We did a “I was in Denver, and he called me one hospice,” said McGuinn. “But re- ing. A couple of his siblings were there, funeral advocate Brian O’Laughlin, Tyler took full advantage of the tears “They’re being released from their patients are Catholic and about 40 per- lot of symptom control and taught the around my birthday, September 2,” re- ally they do have a choice. “ but they were leaving to go back to God gave them and were grateful they pain and suffering here and going off cent are non-Catholic,” said director family how to take care of the patient.” called Ryan. “I told him that if things Though Christian, the family didn’t Ohio.” had chosen the Catholic hospice pro- to a better place.” Tiffany James. The second priority, said Clark, is to took a turn for the worse, he didn’t have a specific religious affiliation. But The boys were left alone with only “My goal is totally gram. That, said Clark, is what being a need to worry about Tyler — I would Kruskamp felt he wanted a faith-based The nonprofit ministry” uses an in- make the most of the time that’s left. their hospice team for support. “It was just another source of com- Catholic Community Hospice worker terdisciplinary team approach to pa- “My goal is totally different from be there for him.” program. “I know Ryan was having a tough different from a nurse fort for my father,” said Ryan. “One of is all about. tient care, assigning to every patient a a nurse in a different field,” she said. Ryan made plans to come to Kan- “He said, growing up, on his fa- time,” said McGuinn. “It was a pretty the worst parts of dying for him was “You really get your satisfaction nurse, a home-health aide, a chaplain “For me, I try to make every day some- sas City immediately, but got a return ther’s side, they were Catholic,” Ryan emotional day.” in a different field. For me, the fear, the sadness. when you look at the whole picture,” and a social worker. thing special.” ticket for a month later. explained. “Having this come on so McGuinn’s responsibility on the “I think the faith aspect of hospice she said. “And you know you made it “Every 14 days, [the team] meets “She was great; she was awesome,” I try to make every day “At the time, I didn’t really know quickly, he kind of expressed to me a team is to support the patient’s fam- addresses that directly.” happen that someone could die peace- with our medical director to review the said Ryan of Clark. “Anything that we how bad it was,” he said. “But I was couple of times he regretted that he ily emotionally, help them with paper- And it was chaplain Brother Daryl fully in the midst of their family, and patient’s plan of care to see if it’s still wanted to try to help our father with something special.” thinking maybe it wouldn’t be so bad.” hadn’t been more practicing.” work and funeral arrangements, and Charron who stayed with the family with dignity. effective,” said James. the cancer — vitamins or nutrition — He never made that return flight. In the end, the family chose Catho- inform them of bereavement services. Andrea Clark, through it all. “The way they wanted to die.” Initially, Ryan and his dad were lic Community Hospice, a ministry of Because Catholic Community she was on board. “If I can make a difficult situation a Catholic Community” Hospice nurse 10 NATION THE LEAVEN • MARCH 9, 2012 THE LEAVEN • MARCH 9, 2012 WORLD 11 Ohio community mourns Building democracy harder ‘senseless tragedy’ at school Omaha opens cause of Boys Town founder Catholics than toppling dictators VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Muslims and CHARDON, Ohio (CNS) — Wearing Char- By Lisa Maxson Christians throughout North Africa and don High School colors of red and black Catholic News Service and carrying candles and red flowers, asked to help the Middle East recognize that “building a democracy is more difficult than destroy- more than 3,000 people from Chardon OMAHA, Neb. (CNS) — It started in ing a dictatorship,” but they are commit- and neighboring communities gathered 1917 with a rented house, five boys who ted to realizing their dream, said one of inside and outside of St. Mary Catholic needed a home in Omaha and a Catholic Holy Land the leaders of change in Tunisia. Rashid Church for an evening vigil Feb. 28 to priest determined to help troubled and Ghannushi, known as the intellectual pray with and comfort one another after abandoned youths throughout the city. leader of Tunisia’s Ennahda Movement, the tragic shooting at the high school. Now, Boys Town helps more than 1.6 Christians now the key party in the coalition govern- Five students were shot Feb. 27 when a million people each year through its ing Tunisia, was one of the speakers at teenager opened fire around 7:40 a.m. main campus of group homes, church- By Cindy Wooden a conference in Rome Feb. 29 on the in the cafeteria at Chardon High School es, a grade school and high school, post Catholic News Service Arab Spring movement. The conference, in the Cleveland suburbs. The shooting office and bank, as well as a national sponsored by the Sant’Egidio Community, victims were rushed to the hospital, where research hospital in Omaha, a national VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Tension, a Rome-based lay movement, brought Daniel Parmertor, 16, a St. Mary parishio- hotline, and other services and locations hostility and even violence are the “dai- together Christian and Muslim religious ner, was declared dead. Russell King Jr., around the country. ly bread” of many of the Christian com- and political leaders from around the 17, was pronounced dead at 1 a.m. Feb. And the priest who started it all munities living in the biblical lands of Mediterranean to discuss the pro- 28, and Demetrius Hewlin, 16, died later — Father Edward Flanagan — might the Middle East, said Cardinal Leonar- democracy movement and, especially, that day. Demetrius’ mother, Phyllis, is a someday be named a saint. do Sandri, prefect of the Congregation its impact on Christian-Muslim relations. member of St. Mary Parish. Nick Walczak, The process toward canonization be- for Eastern Churches. CNS photo/Vatican Secret Archives Conference participants were welcomed 17, remained hospitalized in serious condi- gan Feb. 27 with Archbishop George J. In a letter to bishops around the SIGNATURE OF GALILEO IN VATICAN SECRET ARCHIVES —The signature of astronomer Galileo Galilei by Sant’Egidio’s founder, Andrea Riccardi, tion March 1. The fifth victim, Joy Rickers, Lucas — surrounded by more than 200 world, Cardinal Sandri asked for wide- from the records of his trial is seen on a document in the Vatican Secret Archives. It is among the who now serves as Italy’s minister for in- 18, was in another part of the school when people with dozens of cameras flashing spread participation in the annual col- items being displayed in the exhibit “Lux in Arcana,” which runs until Sept. 9 at Rome’s Capitoline ternational cooperation. Ghannushi said she was shot; she was released from the — placing a notice on the doors of St. lection on behalf of Christians in the Museum. many Westerners have had prejudices hospital Feb. 28. The alleged shooter, Cecilia Cathedral in Omaha. Holy Land. The Vatican released the about the way Muslims see their faith and identified by his family as 17-year-old T.J. The notice, which is a centuries-old cardinal’s letter March 1. politics going together, as if Islam and Lane, was chased from the school and church tradition, alerts the public to the CNS photo/courtesy of Boys Town The collection, coordinated by the FATHER FLANAGAN SPEAKS TO YOUNG MEN AT BOYS TOWN — Father Edward Flanagan is surrounded democracy are diametrically opposed. He arrested a short time later. He was being opening of Father Flanagan’s sainthood Congregation for Eastern Churches, is by young men in his office at Boys Town in Omaha, Neb., in this 1942 photo. He is at the desk made Vatican Secret Archives marks said Muslims want to be able to do what held in jail as a juvenile, and formal charg- cause. It also invites people to share taken up during Good Friday services in for him by some boys at the home in the mid-1930s. Father Flanagan founded Boys Town in 1917, de- Riccardi has done: be a religious believer es against him were to be filed by March 1. their thoughts with a tribunal that is be- many dioceses. voting his life to the care of troubled and abandoned boys. The Archdiocese of Omaha has begun an who lets his faith inform his political ac- St. Mary Church is across the street from ing formed to review the priest’s life and Cardinal Sandri said Good Friday investigation into the priest’s life opening the first phase in the rigorous process toward sainthood. tivity. Under the dictatorships, “order was Chardon Middle School and Chardon High works. 400th anniversary with exhibit is a special time to remember Mideast maintained through repression,” so the School, and its pastor, Father Daniel Red- The process toward possible canon- Christians’ needs, which “are bound up ROME (CNS) — Working with the Galilei; a letter written on silk in 1650 new democracies must make concerted mond, said the church has remained open ization continues with a March 17 Mass Archdiocese of Omaha. The Irish priest devoted his life to the with the sufferings of the entire Middle city of Rome, the Vatican Secret Archives from Empress Helena Wang of China to efforts to build social cohesion and in- and welcoming to anyone who wants to at Immaculate Conception Church at The process could take years to com- care of troubled and abandoned boys in East. For the disciples of Christ, hostil- is celebrating its 400th anniversary with Pope Innocent X; and a letter on birch volve all citizens in the life of the country. pray or talk to counselors. He said youths Boys Town — where Father Flanagan’s plete — or even decades, said Omar Omaha, and he worked to ensure a safe ity is often the daily bread that nour- an exhibit designed to shed light not bark from the Ojibwe people of Grassy from the parish’s LifeTeen group also had body is laid to rest — with Archbishop Gutierrez, director of the archdiocesan place for those who needed his help. ishes the faith.” only on its holdings, but on some of the Lake, Ontario, written to Pope Leo XIII gathered for prayer. Lucas, Father Steven Boes, executive di- office of missions and justice and the tri- Father Flanagan also struggled with Proceeds of the collection are dis- Archbishop urges Nigerians myth and mystery surrounding its col- in 1887. rector of Boys Town, and other Catholic bunal notary. In some cases, causes for respiratory and other health issues tributed to Latin and Eastern Catholic lection of millions of documents. The exhibit also includes some frag- to keep nation united officials participating. sainthood are never completed because throughout his life, and those difficul- bishops, parishes, schools and projects Campuses tackling issues of “Lux in Arcana: The Vatican Se- ments collected behind St. Peter’s Ba- Father Flanagan will be named a “ser- of a lack of witnesses, funds or volun- ties almost prevented him from becom- in Israel, the Palestinian territories, ABUJA, Nigeria (CNS) — Archbishop alcohol abuse, binge drinking cret Archives Reveals Itself” opened at silica from an Allied bomb that fell vant of God” at the Mass. In addition, teers, or major gaps in the historical ing a priest. Shortly after his ordination Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Cyprus and John Olorunfemi Onaiyekan of Abuja Rome’s Capitoline Museum Feb. 29 and nearby in 1943, and the report of a Vat- DETROIT (CNS) — Catholic colleges and the archbishop will install the religious timeline for the person, he said. in Austria in 1912, he moved to what Egypt. challenged Nigerians to do everything is scheduled to remain open until Sept. ican policeman who was on duty that universities across the country are work- officials and experts who will form the But Gutierrez and others involved in was then the Omaha Diocese to be near While the focus is on Catholic pas- possible to keep their nation united and 9. night. ing to address the issue of risky drinking tribunal investigating Father Flanagan’s Father Flanagan’s cause said they be- his brother, Father P.A. Flanagan, and toral work in the region, he said, the to resist any attempts to divide it along Vatican archives’ officials and exhibit In the preface to the exhibit cata- practices, promote responsible alcohol work and reputation. Tribunal members lieve the process could move relatively his sister, Nellie. He was assistant pas- church also offers social services to the narrow religious lines. “We live in a na- curators said about a hundred original logue, Cardinal Raffaele Farina, archi- behavior and help counsel students will interview people who come forward quickly because officials at Boys Town tor of St. Patrick Parish in O’Neill and St. needy, whether or not they are Catho- tion where everyone is supposed to be documents are being displayed outside vist and librarian of the Holy Roman identified with drinking trouble. “The as witnesses of Father Flanagan’s virtue. have organized easily-accessible records Patrick Parish in Omaha before opening lic. free to profess whatever faith he or she the Vatican for the first time. Church, said the exhibit would intro- fact of the matter is young people drink, If there is a declaration of the priest’s on the late priest’s life. his home for boys in downtown Omaha. “In this way fraternity, which can decides to follow,” Archbishop Onaiyekan The secret — or, more accurately, duce visitors to the archives’ “service to and people under 21 drink, and with heroic virtues, the church will give him The groundwork for Father Flana- Despite opposition from some in the overcome division and discrimination, said in his homily at the opening Mass “private” — archives were founded by the church and to culture, carried out the college lifestyle, I don’t think that the title “venerable.” gan’s sainthood cause began 13 years ago community, he took in boys of all races increases and gives renewed impetus to of the Nigerian bishops’ plenary Feb. 26. Pope Paul V in 1612. Since 1881, they over four centuries with a tireless work will change anytime soon,” said Justin The second step is beatification, after when several Boys Town alumni formed and religions. He believed love, educa- ecumenical dialogue and interreligious He commended Nigerians for achieving have been opened to scholars conduct- of safekeeping, cataloging and care” Hummer, assistant director of Heads UP which he is called “blessed.” The third a group to build devotion to the priest tion, training and faith would help each collaboration,” he said. a measure of success in nation-building ing research. using the most advanced technology Research Lab at Loyola Marymount Uni- step is sainthood. At various steps in and teach people about his life and mis- of them become responsible citizens, Cardinal Sandri noted the ongoing despite what he called “occasional ap- The documents in the exhibit include available. versity here. “It’s part of the recognition the canonization process, evidence of sion as a mentor and protector of youth. and his mission took him all over the high rates of Christian emigration from pearances to the contrary.” However, he the “Privilegium Ottonianum,” signed Bishop Sergio Pagano, prefect of the that abstinence programs fail regularly, alleged miracles is presented to church The Father Flanagan League Society United States and around the world. the Holy Land as families seek futures said, recent troubles in Nigeria — armed by Pope John XII and Emperor Otto I in archives, told Vatican Radio that the so we’re trying to meet students where authorities. In general, two miracles of Devotion has been holding monthly He died of a heart attack in 1948 at free from the threat of violence. revolt, economic disparity and corruption 962, establishing the Papal States; the documents in the exhibit were selected they are, not being judgmental and con- need to be accepted by the church as prayer meetings at Father Flanagan’s age 61, while on a mission in Berlin. At the same time, those who stay — had inflicted spiritual damage to the letter that members of the English Par- to give people an idea of the historical frontational,” he said. “We try to engage having occurred through the interces- tomb, speaking about him publicly, co- Ten years earlier, Father Flanagan’s need help not only in maintaining their nation, making it difficult to live together liament wrote to Pope Clement VII in range of the archives’ holdings, the di- them in a way you can deliver information sion of the prospective saint. ordinating prayer groups in Ireland, Fa- work was recognized and made into a families, but also in preparing for a bet- as children of God. He also urged Nigeria’s 1530 asking him to annul the marriage versity of materials preserved and the that might be helpful in terms of how If Father Flanagan is canonized, he ther Flanagan’s native land, and leading 1938 movie, “Boys Town,” which starred ter future, he said. The region’s Chris- leadership to live up to its responsibility of King Henry VIII and Catherine of Ara- global reach of the Vatican’s interests they make decisions. That’s key in a lot of would be the first person declared a pilgrimages to Boys Town that reflect on Spencer Tracy and Mickey Rooney and tians need “support now for schools, by restoring and maintaining security in gon; selections of documents from 1616 and concerns. ways.” saint whose ministry was based in the his life and virtue. won Tracy an Oscar for best actor. medical assistance, critical housing the land and by bringing opposing forces to 1633 related to the trial of Galileo [and] meeting places.” together for dialogue and reconciliation. 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For a block and synthetic stone; repairs; outdoor living; of the Sick Guild will host a retreat day alternate meat, Irish soda bread, and A memorial liturgy for deceased (ACCW), and trained volunteers are in- mail cover letter, resume, and application by March free consultation, call (913) 422-0610;send an email Perfect Roof - Free estimates; roofing repairs if and new construction. Residential and commercial. beginning at 10 a.m. on March 10 at the homemade pies. Freewill donations will loved ones will be held at 8 a.m. on sured against liability. Volunteers serve 23 to: Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas, Office to: [email protected]; or visit the website at: www. needed. Hail and wind damage inspections. Insured Call Tom at (913) 927-6203 or send an email to him at: Sisters, Servants of Mary convent, locat- be accepted. There will also be several March 17 at Curé of Ars Church, 9401 in their own parish. 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Call for a free quote. * Lawn renovation* Mowing ment of reconciliation and Mass at 3:30 sion Rd., Leawood, will offer “Jerusalem 2026. Easton, will host a contemplative Receptionist - Advice & Aid Pregnancy Centers stallation; lawn and irrigation maintenance services; (913) 709-8401. * Clean-up and hauling p.m. Guild members are asked to bring to Glory,” a Lenten mini-series, from 7 prayer retreat day from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. is seeking to fill a part-time receptionist position im- cleanup and grading. Receive $100 credit toward any * Dirt grading/installation their own sack lunch. The Sisters will - 8 p.m. on March 13 and every Thursday on March 24. Instruction will be pro- mediately. Responsibilities include: answering and landscape/ irrigation service with the mention of this Interior and exterior painting and wallpaper * Landscape design provide beverages. evening throughout Lent in the church 18 The Cathedral of St. Peter, vided on request. Full- or half-day at- directing incoming calls; greeting clients and visitors; ad. Visit the website at: www.goaguafina.com or call removal - 30-plus years experience. Quality work; * Free estimates sanctuary. School of Faith theologian, 409 N. 15th St., Kansas City, Kan., will tendance options are available, with the ensuring atmosphere is welcoming and inviting; and (913) 530-7260 or (913) 530-5661. excellent references; reasonable rates. Senior dis- Hablamos y escribimos Ingles!! Prince of Peace Church, 16000 W. Mike Scherschligt, will take you on a jour- host its annual St. Joseph Table and noon meal included. The cost is $25 per providing administrative assistance as needed. Ap- count. Member of St. Ann Parish, Prairie Village. Call Call Lupe at (816) 252-3376 143rd St., Olathe, will host a trivia night ney designed to draw you closer to Jesus. spaghetti dinner on March 18. The ta- participant. For information, call (913) plicant must be a pro-life advocate and fully agree Spring yard cleanup Joe at (913) 620-5776. at 6 p.m. on March 10. The cost of $25 The program is free and open to all. ble will be blessed after the 9 a.m. Mass. 773-8255 or send an email to: info@ with AAPC’s vision, mission, and statement of faith. Leaf removal; tree and shrub trimming per person includes soft drinks, beer and Homemade baked items, wine, fruit bas- shantivanam.com. Applicant must be organized, have excellent verbal Free estimates; references. Local parishioner Tile work - Ceramic tile installation/repairs; wine. Teams of six may register together, The Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 kets and religious items from the table and written communication skills, and be proficient Insured, licensed and bonded kitchen or bathrooms; custom showers and flooring For Sale or individuals will be placed on a team. Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan., will offer will be available for purchase. The spa- in Microsoft Office programs. Twenty hours per week, Call Tony at (913) 620-6063 projects. 20 years exp.; insured. Free estimates. Call Proceeds will benefit the St. Joseph In- “Theatre 101: Staging a New You,” a ghetti dinner will be served from 11 a.m. 26 Advice and Aid Pregnancy working primarily at the Shawnee site, with one day Frank Womack, In Line Flooring, at (913) 485-0745, or For sale – Double-depth crypt in the Faith Lawn stitute for the Deaf. For information or to six-session class from 1 - 3 p.m. on Tues- - 2 p.m. Freewill donations will be ac- Centers, Inc., will offer a volunteer in Overland Park. For consideration, send a cover Mowing & lawn care - Catholic young man with send an email to: [email protected]. area of Resurrection Cemetery, Lenexa. Call Ken RSVP, call Brian Riegel at (913) 383-3535. days, beginning March 13. If you have al- cepted. Proceeds will be donated to local information meeting from 7 - 9 p.m. letter and resume, via email, to Brenda at: office@ small mowing business is looking to add clients. Mow- Christian at (816) 918-4075. ways wanted to try acting but never had food pantries. For information, contact on March 26 at 11031 W. 75th Terr., adviceandaid.com. ing, trimming, and blowing. Reliable and dependable. Affordable cabinetry - Are you ready for new The Archdiocesan Council of Catho- the chance, this series is for you! Build Patty McKiernan at (913) 281-2918. Shawnee. For information or to RSVP, Saving for college. Member of Queen of the Holy Ro- cabinets in your kitchen or bath? Our large selection Residential lifts - Buy/sell/trade. Stair lifts, lic Women (ACCW) will host a Lenten self-confidence, find joy, and create contact Mary Newcomer at (913) 962- Part-time driver - Medical transportation com- sary, Overland Park. Serving northern JoCo area. Call ranges from raised panel to Shaker style with dove- porch lifts, ceiling lifts and elevators. Recycled and retreat from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. on March good energy through poetry, movement, 0200 or send an email to: volunteer@ pany is seeking a dependable, friendly, part-time Collin at (913) 648-5903. tail drawers. We offer many finishes, too! For an esti- new equipment. Member of St. Michael the Arch- 10 at Mater Dei-Assumption Church, 204 creative writing, and theater improvisa- 21 The Committee of Young Pa- adviceandaid.com. driver. No CDL needed. For information, call Gary at mate, call Wright Cabinets at (913) 850-3956. angel Parish, Leawood. Call Silver Cross KC at (913) S.W. 8th St., Topeka. For information or tions. Free; for women only. For informa- trons (CYP) will host a networking (913) 927-0047 or send an email to him at: gary@ Quilted Memories LLC - New store now open 327-5557. to RSVP, contact Susan Draftz at (913) tion or to register, call (913) 906-8990 event from 4 - 6 p.m. on March 21 at ridefreedomtransit.com. in downtown Overland Park! Machine quilting. Custom countertops - Laminates installed 674-6172. or visit the website at: www.mountosb. Lockton Companies, 444 W. 47th St., Custom-designed memory quilts using your T-shirts within 5 days. Cambria, granite, and solid surface. org/kwc. Suite 900, Kansas City, Mo. There will Music teacher - Nativity Parish School, Leawood, and/or photos. Personalized items for sororities, Competitive prices, dependable work. Call the Top The Altar Society of the Cathe- be a panel discussion with civic-minded is seeking a full-time music teacher for the 2012 - 13 weddings, graduates and more. We also offer quilt- Shop, Inc., at (913) 962-5058. Members of St. Joseph, Child Care dral of St. Peter in Kansas City, Kan., businessmen and women in the commu- school year. Nativity is an accredited K - 8 school with ing classes and studio/machine rental. Call (913) 649- Shawnee. will host a women’s Lenten day of re- 14 The Serra Club of Kansas nity, including Peggy Dunn, Lamar Hunt Misc. nearly 500 students. Candidates must be faith-filled, 2704. For samples of our work, visit the website at: Olathe - Small, in-home child care has full- and flection on March 10. Sister Loredana City, Kan., will host a lunch and pre- Jr., Nelson Newcomer and more. CYP is a practicing Catholics willing to be part of enhancing www.quiltedmemoriesllc.com. Custom cabinets & woodworking - 20 years part-time openings for ages newborn to three years. Mazzei, a member of the community sentation at noon on March 14 at the group of 20- to 40-somethings support- Save April 28 to celebrate an all- our music at weekly all-school Masses and quali- experience creating quality woodworking, design, Member of Prince of Peace Parish. Located near of the Apostles of the Interior Life, will Hilton Garden Inn, 5th and Minnesota ing the mission of Catholic Charities of classes reunion in honor of the 50th an- fied to work in the state of Kansas. Applicants may Tutoring available - For students in grades K - and detail for all your custom cabinetry and furniture 146th and Blackbob. Call Katie at (913) 768-9514. present “Prayer in All Seasons of a Ave. John Jurcyk will present “The Trial Northeast Kansas. We encourage a do- niversary of Curé of Ars Grade School, download and complete the employment application 12. For information, call Kathleen at (913) 206-2151 or needs. Competitive rates; references available. Serv- Woman’s Life.” The day will begin with of Jesus from a Lawyer’s Perspective.” nation of five cans of food per attendee. Leawood. There will be a special vigil via the archdiocesan website at: www.archkckcs.org. send an email to her at: [email protected]. ing the KC Metro area. Call Dennis at (913) 850-3956. Mass at 8:15 a.m. and conclude at noon. For more information or to RSVP, call Mass, followed by a celebration. Alumni Mail application, letter and resume to: Dr. Maureen The cost of $10 includes a continental The Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 (913) 433-2046 or visit the website at: are asked to send an email with name, Huppe, Principal, 3700 W. 119 St., Leawood KS 66209 Housecleaning - Old-fashioned cleaning, hand The Drywall Doctor, Inc. - A unique solution to Wanted to Buy breakfast. For information, contact Pat- Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan., in part- www.catholiccharitiesks.org/cyp. graduation year, current address, phone or send, via e-mail, to: [email protected]. mopping, etc. A thorough and consistent job every your drywall problems! We fix all types of ceiling and ty McKiernan at (913) 281-2918. nership with the Habitat for Humanity, and email information to: alumni@cure time. References from customers I’ve served for over wall damage — from water stains and stress cracks Antiques wanted will offer “Common¢ents Home Own- ofars.com. If you know other Curé of Ars Medical practice office manager - Single phy- 17 years. Call Sharon at (816) 322-0006 (home) or to texture repairs and skim coating. We provide pro- Call Chris at (913) 593-7507 or (913) 642-8269. ership” from 6 - 9 p.m. on March 14. 22 The Church of the Nativity, graduates, share this information with sician practice is seeking an experienced medical (816) 214-0156 (mobile). fessional, timely repairs and leave the job site clean! 11 Immaculate Conception Topics will include budget and money 3800 W. 119th St., Leawood, will host them and ask them to help spread the practice office manager who has: excellent computer Lead-certified and insured! Serving the metro since Will buy firearms and related accessories - Church, Leavenworth, will host its an- management, credit, large purchases, Lenten reflections and faith sharing word. skills; the ability to interact professionally with insur- 1997. Call (913) 768-6655. One or a whole collection. Honest evaluation and top nual corned beef and cabbage dinner landscaping basics, home repair, and on March 22 and every Thursday eve- ance adjusters, case managers and patients; and the Caregiving prices paid. Contact Tom at (913) 238-2473. Member from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. on March 11 insurance. A light supper will be served ning during Lent. The sessions will be Sophia Center, 751 S. 8th St., Atchi- ability to do in-office billing. Email resume and salary Adept Home Improvements of Sacred Heart Parish, Shawnee. in Kinzler Hall at St. Joseph Church, 306 at 5:30 p.m. Reservations are required. held from 7 - 8:30 p.m. in the St. Joseph son, will host a one-day retreat, en- requirements to: [email protected]. Retired nurse, housekeeper/companion/ Where quality still counts! N. Broadway. The cost is $10 for adults. A For information or to register, call (913) Room. Handouts will be provided for the titled “Elizabeth of the Trinity, Every- elder care - With over 25 years experience is willing Basement finishing, children’s hot dog meal will be available 906-8990 or visit the website at: www. following week’s readings and reflec- day Mystic,” presented by Sister Sheila Client service technician - Love interacting to do hospice and in-home care for your loved one. Kitchens and baths, for $3. Carryouts will also be available. mountosb.org/kwc. tions. For information, send an email to Carroll, OSB, from 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. on with people and being part of a team? Have a passion Days/nights/weekends. Will consider outside the Electrical and plumbing, Miscellaneous For information, call (913) 682-3953. Randall Stevenson at: Gaelwynn@yahoo. March 24. Spend a day learning more to serve others and enjoy the benefits of some physi- metro area or a live-in position as well. Rates nego- Licensed and insured. com. about this contemporary of Therese of cal work? If you answered yes, join one of the most tiable. Call (913) 579-5276. (913) 599-7998 Donate a vehicle. Make a difference. Donate Sts. Peter and Paul Parish, Seneca, 15 The Church of the Nativity, Lisieux. Elizabeth of the Trinity was an respected, progressive service companies in Kansas your vehicle to Catholic Charities to support those will offer a special enrichment program 3800 W. 119th St., Leawood, will host “everyday mystic” who held that noth- City. Make top industry pay and be appreciated for Caregiving - We provide personal assistance, Get a jump on your home repairs! - I specialize in need. Your tax-deductible donation helps children for married couples, entitled “Married Lenten reflections and faith sharing 24 The Shawnee Knights of Co- ing is trivial and the ordinary is sacred. a job well done. Bock’s Steam Star is accepting ap- companionship, care management, and transporta- in painting, wood rot, decks, fences, windows, doors, and families served by Catholic Charities and is an and Loving It (Most of the Time),” from on March 15 and every Thursday eve- lumbus will host a classic rock dance The cost is $50; advance deposit is $10. plications for two positions. $10 - $40K. Call (913) tion to the elderly and disabled in home, assisted siding, stucco, landscaping, drainage issues, and con- environmentally wise way to recycle your vehicle. 2 - 5:30 p.m. on March 11 in the parish ning during Lent. The sessions will be from 7 - 11 p.m. on March 24 in their hall, For information or to register, call (913) 438-7767 or visit the website at: www.steamstar.net. living and nursing facilities. We also provide respite crete. Fully insured. Now accepting all major credit Cars for KC Kids is a partnership between Catholic hall. Learn how to focus on the strengths held from 7 - 8:30 p.m. in the St. Joseph located at 11221 Johnson Dr. The sug- 360-6151 or visit the website at: www. care for main caregivers needing some personal cards. Call Josh Doherty (913) 709-7230. Charities of Northeast Kansas and Catholic Charities of your marriage, how to communicate Room. Handouts will be provided for the gested donation of $5 includes sausage mountosb.org/sophia.html. Financial representative - Due to the success time. Call Daughters & Company at (913) 341-2500 of Kansas City - St. Joseph. Call 1 (866) 430-9499 or better and how to increase the passion following week’s readings and reflec- sandwiches, chips, pretzels and a live and growth of the Knights of Columbus, we are add- and speak with Laurie, Debbie or Gary. Exterior painting, drywall projects, wood rot visit the website at: www.cars4kckids.com. in your marriage. For information or to tions. For information, send an email to band. Beverages will be available for A support group for women deal- ing financial representatives in the Kansas City, To- repair, bathroom and kitchen remodels, and tile register, call Becky Bartkoski at (785) Randall Stevenson at: Gaelwynn@yahoo. purchase. Proceeds from this adults-only ing with any type of addiction, at any peka and Atchison areas. This position is ideal for a Looking for high quality home care? Whether work - Quality products. 20 years experience. Refer- 336-9933, Tarese Hammes at (785) 336- com. event will benefit area seminarians and stage of recovery, will meet from 6 - 7 determined, high-energy, high-expectation, profes- you’re looking to introduce care for your family or ences. Call (913) 206-4524. To purchase a classified ad 2480 or the parish office at (785) 336- priests. For information, call Keith Win- p.m. on Tuesday evenings at the Keeler sional, self-disciplined, independent individual desir- simply looking to improve your current home care Send an email to: [email protected], 2128. A healing Mass, sponsored by arch- terhalter at (913) 631-2173. Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., ing to serve others, yet earn a better-than-average quality, we can help. Our unique approach to home Clutter getting you down? Organize, fix, -as or call (913) 647-0327. The cost is $17.50 for five diocesan charismatic prayer groups, Kansas City, Kan. For information or to income. We provide top-rated financial products to care has earned us a 99% client satisfaction rating semble, clean! “Kevin Of All Trades” your professional lines or less; additional lines cost $1.50. Please The Knights of Columbus, Council will be held at 7:30 p.m. on March 15 at Join the Altar Society women of register, call (913) 906-8990 or visit the our members and their families and will provide ex- among the 1,000-plus families we have assisted. We organizing handyman. For a free consultation, call include your billing address and the number of No. 2332, will host a corned beef and Curé of Ars Church, 9401 Mission Rd., Holy Family Church at 10 a.m. on March Website at: www.mountosb.org/kwc. cellent benefits and training. For information or an are family-owned and based in Lenexa. Call Benefits today (913)271-5055. Insured; references. Visit the weeks you would like your ad to run. All ads will cabbage dinner at 11:30 a.m. on March Leawood. Father Peter Jaramillo will 24 at Mejak Hall, 513 Ohio Ave., Kansas interview, contact John A. Mahon, 307 Dakota, Holton of Home-Senior Care at (913) 422-1591 or visit our website at: www.koatindustries.com. appear on the website at no additional cost. 11 at their hall, located at 11221 Johnson preside. Fellowship will follow in the Fa- City, Kan., for a strudel-making class. KS 66436; or call (785) 364-5450. Dr., during the Shawnee St. Patrick’s Day website at: www.benefitsofhome.com. ther Burak Room. For information, call Learn how to make apple strudel, cheese Calendar submissions: parade. There will also be chili, hot dogs, (913) 649-2026. strudel or any-flavor-you-want strudel. Are due at noon on Wednesday, hamburgers and concessions available in A suggested donation of $10 and a bag nine days prior to the requested front of the hall along the parade route. of Jonathan apples are appreciated. A publication date. Email submis- Want to help someone heal from an abortion? Concrete Work 15-16 Our Lady’s Montes- continental breakfast will be provided. sions are preferred, send to: Call Toll Free 888-246-1504 Any type of repair and new work A Fatima rosary rally will be held at sori School, 3020 S. 7th St., Kansas City, To RSVP, call Sandy Cannon at (913) 492- [email protected] or mail Driveways, Walks, Patios 3 p.m. on March 11 at St. John the Bap- Kan., will offer a safe sitter course for 2612; Marcia Wolf at (816) 454-1378; or to: 12615 Parallel Pkwy., Kansas Member of Queen of the Holy Rosary Parish tist Church, 708 N. 4th St., Kansas City, young students ages 11 - 13 from 1 - 4:30 the church office at (9130 371-1561. The City KS 66109. Harvey M. Kascht (913) 262-1555 14 COMMENTARY THE LEAVEN • MARCH 9, 2012 THE LEAVEN • MARCH 9, 2012 COMMENTARY 15 MARK MY WORDS MAKING SENSE OUT OF BIOETHICS

Catholic Press Association Looking for a bargain-basement God? Marriage calls for ‘radical personal openness’ to God’s plan Award Winner ow, I’ve been in- enough of God to make me love a black 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, man or pick beets with a migrant. I few years ago, I spoke NFP and limiting their family size.” We should never enter into marriage 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, Wdulging in way too want ecstasy, not transformation. I At times, then, our justifications for with active opposition to the very ends with a young man avoiding a pregnancy may merit further for which it exists. If a couple is prepar- 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, want the warmth of the womb, not a A much surebut this Lent. reflection and scrutiny on our part. ing to embark upon marriage with the 2010, 2011 new birth. I want a pound of the Al- preparing to get married. No, that’s not a typo. I’m not refer- mighty in a paper sack. I would like to When it comes to “poverty,” for exam- immediate intention of avoiding off- ring to sherbet, that delightfully light buy $3 worth of God, please.” His aunt told him that she ple, would our poverty, in the true sense spring (even if they are using morally and frozen dessert. I’m talking about That quote, more often than not, thought he and his fian- of the word, mean that the child would acceptable means such as NFP), they rationalization, hair-splitting, corner- probably describes the attitude of a lot be malnourished and without warm perhaps ought to consider delaying the cutting behavior. It always seems to of us. The massive crowds in church on cee were too financially clothing, or would it simply mean that exchange of their vows until they have happen about two weeks into Lent, you say that you weren’t going to eat in Ash Wednesday never materialize for strapped to have a child, lenging to harmonize spousal love with he or she would forego some of the lat- resolved the various impediments — when it dawns on me how tough some between meals? Lenten services the very next Wednes- the responsible transmission of life. est hi-tech gadgets that other children in whether financial, career-related, or of the disciplines I’ve undertaken really Well, sure . . . but I meant that I day. We seem to want a God that we and that it wouldn’t be Janet Smith and Christopher Kaczor, the neighborhood might be enjoying? personal — that are leading them to be are. Let me give you some examples: wasn’t going to eat unhealthy snacks. can control, one made in our image in an illuminating passage from one of I recall what a father of seven chil- closed to the idea of having children. Last Saturday night I was out hav- Obviously, grapes (and raisins and nuts and likeness . . . and not the other fair to bring up a baby in their recent books, acknowledge this dren on a tight budget once told me I recall hearing about another family ing pizza, and the KU-Texas game and air-popped popcorn) don’t count. way around. We want a God that we poverty. challenge and point to the need for a in a conversation: “Honestly, there’s that had six children. They didn’t have was being shown on one of the big Later, my mind said: Hey, Mark, why can carry around in a paper sack to be “spirit of generosity” when it comes to always room around the table for two nickels to rub together. After the screen TVs. I couldn’t seem to tear my are you wasting time with that game on brought out when needed. We desire a Keenly aware of his joblessness and procreation: one more, and with ‘hand-me-down’ father came down with mental illness, eyes away from it . . . and I’d already your computer? Didn’t you say that you God of miracles and blessings, not one his minuscule bank account, he con- “Pope John Paul II spoke of ‘respon- clothing we always manage. And my the mother had to support the fam- gawked at the end of the North were going to make time to pray more? who asks us to serve and sacrifice. Do cluded she was probably right. sible parenthood,’ in which a couple goodness, isn’t it a momentous thing to ily single-handedly. A clear-thinking Carolina-Duke battle. Earlier that day, I Well, sure . . . but I need to relax my The young man and his fiancee were uses practical wisdom, prayer and a receive that trust of preparing another woman with an unflinching faith, now OF THE we honestly want to be holier? Sure . . . QUOTE watched a TV program that I’d record- mind for an hour or so first before I but just not this Lent. ready to tie the knot in a few months spirit of generosity in determining soul for an eternal destiny with God?” elderly and reflecting on her past, she ed on the DVR. So, what’s the big deal? can give God the proper attention that If you’re afflicted with the surebuts, and they expected that she would be at how many children they should have. His wife pointed out how the older memorably remarked to her neighbor: WEEK Well, one of my Lenten resolutions is those 15 minutes of prayer demand. don’t throw in the towel. Instead, grab the infertile phase of her cycle around Some Catholics believe that the church children ended up helping with rais- “I’ve never seen the Lord send a child to watch one hour of TV a day. Period. Days later, my mind said: Hey, Mark, hold of your Lenten resolutions once the time of their honeymoon, so they permits the use of NFP only for reasons ing the younger ones, lessening the without also sending a lunch pail.” Because I’d already used up that time you skipped a meal at Wendy’s, shouldn’t again (or compose some now) and re- would be able to consummate the mar- that verge on the truly desperate, such burdens on Mom and Dad, and turning God, who is the very source of with the taped program, I should not that money go into your Rice Bowl? commit yourself to prayer, fasting and riage while avoiding bringing a child as a situation where a pregnancy would it into a “team effort.” the immortal souls of our children, “I realize in my own life have been watching any basketball. Well, sure . . . but I didn’t mean that almsgiving. We can be so much better into the world. They agreed they would threaten a woman’s life or a family is The ancient Christian teaching on is a provident God who invites us to that confession is good And that’s when the surebuts started. I’d put the whole combo meal price in. than we give ourselves credit for: more use natural family planning (NFP) after living in dire poverty. Magisterial docu- the two-fold purpose of marriage — examine the heart of our marriages. He Inside my head was this conversa- I would have only ordered off the 99- compassionate, forgiving, generous, that to avoid a pregnancy. A few years ments, however, state that spouses may namely, the “procreation and educa- invites us to entrust ourselves to him, for the soul.” tion: Hey, Mark, didn’t you say just one cent menu, so a couple of bucks should helpful, and attentive to others . . . if later, when they felt financially secure, have physical, psychological, economic tion of children” and the “mutual help so that we might be courageous and hour of TV a day during Lent? cover it. we just give God an honest chance to he told me, they would have their first or social reasons for needing to limit and sanctification of the spouses” — authentically open to the gift of life child. He admitted, however, that he family size, using several different accurately summarizes the inner order he sends us in the midst of the marital Father Mike Hawken, Well, sure . . . but “peeking regu- Finally, my heart said: Hey, Mark, work with and through us. was conflicted about whether they adjectives to describe those reasons: of marriage. As the future John Paul embrace. pastor of St. Joseph Parish larly” at a basketball game is not really how serious are you about Lent and Don’t settle for a bargain-basement were really being “open to life” in their One can have ‘just’ reasons, ‘worthy’ II wrote in his great 1960 book “Love in Shawnee “watching” TV, is it? And, after all, I growing closer to God? God or a cheap Lent. Imagine stand- meant that one hour to apply to what I At this point, the words of author marriage if they were going into it with reasons, ‘defensible’ reasons, ‘serious’ and Responsibility,” radical personal Father Tadeusz Pacholczyk is a priest of See story on page 5 ing at the gates of heaven one day and the Diocese of Fall River, Mass., and serves watched at home, not when something Wilbur Rees came rushing at me: asking, “Lord, don’t you want to let me this kind of forethought and intention reasons and ‘weighty’ reasons. In short, openness to both of these purposes is of avoiding children. the magisterium teaches that spouses essential to the success and meaning of as the director of education at The National “happened” to be on TV somewhere “I would like to buy $3 worth of in?” Catholic Bioethics Center in Philadelphia. else, like at a restaurant. God, please. Not enough to explode He might just reply, “Sure . . . but In marriage, it can certainly be chal- must have unselfish reasons for using any marriage. A day later, my mind said: Hey, my soul or disturb my sleep, but just it’s the $3 seats for you!” Mark, what are you doing with that enough to equal a cup of warm milk or bunch of grapes in your hand? Didn’t a snooze in the sunshine. I don’t want Concrete Work Any type of repair and new work Driveways, Walks, Patios Member of Queen of the Holy Rosary Parish IN THE BEGINNING Harvey M. Kascht (913) 262-1555

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KANSAS CITY, Kan. — Julia Poje McGeeney mixed, kneaded and rolled — and ended up with more than a deli- cious meal. Learning to make struklji — a Slove- nian dumpling-like dish — was almost like a trip back to the days she spent cooking with her grandmother. “It was wonderful to be in the kitch- en with her,” she said. McGeeney, a member of Church of the Nativity in Leawood, ate struklji, often filled with sauerkraut or cottage cheese, as a child. The meatless dish was especially popular during Lent. McGeeney signed up as soon as she learned the Altar Society of Holy Fam- ily Parish in Kansas City, Kan. — her father’s home parish — was offering a struklji class in January. She couldn’t wait to learn how to make a dish with ties to her past. Now she can both serve it up and pass it on Leaven photo by Jessica Langdon to future generations. Holy Family Altar Society president Marcia Wolf demonstrates to attendees how to roll struklji during a class on Jan. 28. Keeping traditions alive The women of Holy Family’s Al- tar Society have a similar idea for this parish — to preserve its history, while building on it for the future. “There’s so much history around here — and beautiful history,” said Altar So- ciety vice president Sandy Cannon. But like many smaller churches, this Mary Viscek’s struklji parish on Strawberry Hill has a long list of needs, including upgrades to its ag- INGREDIENTS ing kitchen. In addition to holding fundraisers Dough: and encouraging past parishioners to 3-4 cups flour come for Mass, members thought offer- ½ teaspoon salt ing classes like this could build on the 1 cup lukewarm water parish’s rich Slovenian traditions and 1 tablespoon Crisco strengthen community. Although both Cannon and Altar So- Filling: ciety president Marcia Wolf belong to 1 stick butter, melted other parishes, they consider Holy Fam- 4 very soft scrambled eggs (or ily home. Leaven photo by Jessica Langdon sauerkraut, dry cottage cheese, po- “Once you’re a member here, you’re Julia Poje McGeeney (left), a parishioner of Church of the Nativity in Leawood, gets some help tato) never not a member,” said Cannon. stretching her struklji dough from Holy Family Altar Society vice president Sandy Cannon. Caraway seeds They had requests for these lessons. Salt and pepper to taste “They said, ‘Let’s have some classes Wolf explained that not every family Joseph Parish in Shawnee. to teach us how to make struklji, strudel makes this dish the same way. Lucille Macek had never heard of Directions and potica,’” Cannon said. Wolf learned this version, filled with struklji before and enjoyed learning, Cut Crisco into flour and salt. They started with struklji because scrambled eggs and caraway seeds, especially alongside several familiar Add water and knead until soft and it’s a Lenten dish. from her husband’s grandmother, Mary faces. smooth. Cover and rest dough for Viscek. Macek-Moody and her brother were two hours. Holy Family parishioner Daria Tay- more familiar with this dish. Roll out dough very, very thin and Variations lor, on the other hand, is more familiar “Our mom used to make it,” said cover with one stick warm, melted The “students” on this Saturday in with a Croatian recipe with oil in the Macek-Moody, describing a sweet ver- butter, stretching dough as thin as late January first mixed shortening into dough, plus a filling of onion, bacon sion with cinnamon, eggs and sugar. possible. Cover with filling. Sprinkle dry ingredients. grease and garlic. It was served most “I always wanted to try to make it with salt, pepper and caraway seeds. often with pork roast — but not during and never had on my own,” said Joe Roll up jellyroll fashion, starting Lent! Macek. He planned to try it at home — with long side, pulling lengthwise Patrick Horton, a member of Holy with a modification. to make thinner. Cut in 2- or 3-inch Keep cooking Family Parish and Viscek’s great- “I’m going to use the KitchenAid,” he pieces with a thick plate. Using a grandson, found the first step more an said. plate instead of a knife crimps the The Holy Family Altar Society will art than a science, however, and had to edges and seals in the filling. list future class offerings in the cal- add water to his dough several times to ‘Food of our heritage’ Drop pieces into boiling wa- endar section of The Leaven. get the right consistency. ter and cook 40 minutes. Remove The next one is scheduled for 10 “The hardest part was kneading the Horton uses several of his grand- with slotted spoon. Drain, cool, and a.m. on March 24 in Mejak Hall and dough,” he said. “It was quite the exer- mother’s and great-grandmother’s reci- brown in melted butter. will teach participants how to make cise.” pes. Serve two or three pieces as strudel. The women suggest a dona- His great-grandmother had stopped “It’s really fun just to keep the family a main Lenten course, along with tion of $10 and a bag of Jonathan cooking by Horton’s childhood, so this traditions alive,” he said. “Our genera- creamed peas or tossed salad. apples. was his first time to make — or even tion doesn’t cook as much and, when Class size is limited, and the reg- taste — struklji. we do, it’s not Slovenian recipes.” istration deadline is March 21. “I loved it,” said Jacqueline Buncic, a Also, the society has a cookbook member of Our Lady & St. Rose Parish The women attended the class to- for sale for those interested in more Sampling and sharing in Kansas City, Kan. Her family made a gether. Slovenian recipes. People came from near and far to lot of Slovenian dishes. Taylor loved the idea because it’s To register for the course or to learn the techniques. “This is a food of our heritage,” said important to carry on traditions in any buy a cookbook, contact Marcia Wolf Theresa Macek-Moody, a member Susan Robards, a member of Church of nationality. at (816) 454-1378, Sandy Cannon at of Divine Mercy Parish in Gardner, the Nativity. “My mother (St. John the “We need to get our children in- (913) 492-2612, or the parish office signed up with her brother Joe Macek, Baptist parishioner Kathy Zunick) was volved,” she said. “If I don’t teach my at (913) 371-1561. of Holy Trinity Parish in Paola, and a young girl the last time she remem- kids and my grandkids, these things are her sister-in-law Lucille Macek of St. bers her mother making it.” going to die.”