Giving and Gratitude in a Time of Pandemic by Jay Nies There’S Nothing Like a Crisis to Shed Light on the Nature of Church Finances

An ocean of support “Purify our own hearts” Page 3 for Fr. Mike Coleman Food and nutrition Page 5 As Fr. Tolton Regional Catholic Ace disaster responder Page 6 High School chaplain is recovering from surgery to remove a Helias Class of 2020 Page 7 cancerous tumor, the community Fr. Richard Litzau OP Page 10 holds him up in prayer. Page 4 Anti-racist parishes Page 11

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Newspaper of the Diocese of Jefferson City Giving and gratitude in a time of pandemic By Jay Nies There’s nothing like a crisis to shed light on the nature of Church finances. They aren’t about budgets, spread- sheets or those ubiquitous Sunday en- velopes. They’re about ministry. “Specifically, they’re about maximiz- ing the ministry we can do with the resources we have,” stated Deacon Joseph Braddock, Chief Financial Officer for the Jefferson City diocese. The COVID-19 pandemic has tightened those resources, even as it has revealed new opportunities for charity and outreach. In that way, it has highlighted the importance of a Christian ethic of return- ing to God a portion of His generosity. “As Christian stewards, we receive God’s gifts gratefully, cultivate them responsibly, share them lovingly in justice with others, and return them with increase to the Lord,” Bishop W. Shawn McKnight explained. That return includes a financial tithe. Parishes receive most of their money from Sunday offertory collections, which go toward carrying-out essential ministries, including Catholic schools, U.S. dollars are seen with face masks during the coronavirus pandemic in this illustration photo. Dioceses are helping parishes tap revenue streams while Masses are canceled because of the health crisis. religious education and outreach to the — CNS photo/Dado Ruvic, Reuters vulnerable and the poor. Disrupted household finances and an eight-week suspension of publicly Bishop clarifies Mass obligation, celebrated Masses have contributed to a 20- to 50-percent decline in parish calls for continued health measures revenue. Parishes that rely on parish fund- Latest decree follows Governor’s action meditating on the Scriptures with the recitation of a Rosary raisers to help pay their bills are also suf- Full text can be found on Page 14 or Chaplet of Divine Mercy. fering. State health mandates aimed at Bishop McKnight’s updated instructions came in response slowing the spread of COVID-19 have By Jay Nies to Missouri Gov. Mike Parson’s lifting of statewide regula- led to the cancellation or heavy modifi- The parishes of this diocese continue to balance the spiri- tions, leaving the determination of public health require- cation of numerous fish fries, spring din- tual and temporal well-being of all people, especially the ments to local officials. ners, summer picnics and other events. most vulnerable, under Bishop W. Shawn McKnight’s latest Under the bishop’s decree, people who are infected with decree regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. COVID-19 are not permitted to enter church properties. See GRATITUDE, page 17 In the decree, which took effect June 16, the bishop lifted All are directed to check their temperature at home before until Sept. 11 the obligation for all the faithful of the diocese, going to church. Find us online at as well as all who are present within its 38 counties, to attend Important safety measures should remain in place in all Mass on Sundays and holy days of obligation. Catholic churches to help protect congregants from infection WWW.CATHMO.COM However, he stated in the decree that the faithful who do and slow the spread of the virus, according to the judgment and not attend Mass in person are required to participate in the @DIOJEFFCITY Sunday or holy day Mass livestreamed, or by praying and See DECREE, page 15 2 The Catholic Missourian June 26, 2020

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NEW ADDRESS By Jay Nies Three teams of Totus Tuus NAME______missionaries have been visiting parishes throughout the ADDRESS______Jefferson City diocese, offering CITY, STATE, ZIP______children and young adults an opportunity to grow in knowl- NEW PARISH______edge of their faith in a fun and engaging environment. OLD PARISH______“Especially in this time, it is 06/26/20 so important to remind youth that they are not alone,” stated Natalie Clark, a member of St. Joseph parish in Edina. Administrative Assistants Needed She is one of 12 Totus Tuus missionaries serving in the dio- The Chancery Office of the Diocese of Jefferson cese this summer. City is seeking two Administrative Assistant “We are college-age stu- positions in their Jefferson City office at 2207 This year’s Totus Tuus missionaries for the Jefferson City dents who are on fire with the diocese gather on the steps of St. Pius X Church in Moberly. West Main Street. faith and desiring to serve the An experienced Administrative Assistant is youth of our diocese,” she said. of souls.” al life of the Church, as well as needed to support the Vocations and Diaconate “We desire to give them an op- Offices of the diocese. This position requires This year’s Totus Tuus cur- faith and the Glorious Myster- excellent skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.), with portunity to encounter God. riculum focuses on the Ten ies of the Rosary. the ability to take meeting minutes. Office hours are typically Ultimately, it’s for the salvation Commandments and the mor- “Totus Tuus” is Latin for Monday–Friday, however, occasional evening or weekend “Totally Yours,” which was Pope hours may be needed to assist with events and programs. St. John Paul II’s papal motto. This is a great opportunity to be involved with individuals Logistic concerns due to the who are discerning a call to Priesthood. Pray for deceased priests COVID-19 pandemic and so- The Moderator of the Curia and Vicar General are June 29 — Fr. Stephen S. Sandknop, St. Joseph, Canton cial distancing have required seeking an accomplished Administrative Assistant to support (1976) some creative thinking on be- their clerical needs. This individual must have excellent skills July 5 — Msgr. Ralph G. Kutz, St. Aloysius, Argyle (2000) half of the missionary teams. with Microsoft Office and the ability to prioritize and switch July 8 — Msgr. John H. Dreisoerner, Sacred Heart, Eldon tasks as needed. This position is also responsible for training (1999) others, holds the key position for coordinating maintenance See TOTUS TUUS, page 20 on office equipment and will serve as a back-up administrative assistant to the Bishop as necessary. Professionalism and Director of Religious Education confidentiality are essential. Qualified candidates for either of these positions should OSAGE St. Stanislaus Church in Wardsville is seeking a director of Religious Education to oversee the email a resume to [email protected]. SENIOR CENTER religious and spiritual formation of youth and adults. This will entail scheduling Parish School Located in Wardsville, Mo., of Religion Classes, as well as sacramental we are looking for interested preparation and events. For more information, seniors to fill possible to receive a complete job description and / or application Position Openings vacancies and/or be placed on please email [email protected]. our wait list for USDA or MHDC Immaculate Conception units. The Center is located Catholic School in Jefferson close to St. Stanislaus Church. If you or someone you know City is EXPANDING our Pre- For more information has been abused or victimized Kindergarten Program and call 573-469-8426 is looking to hire for the fol- by someone representing the lowing positions beginning in the 2020-2021 school year. Catholic Church, believe in the Please send your resume to Mrs. Heather Schrimpf if you The Catholic Missourian possibility for Hope, Help and Official newspaper — Diocese of Jefferson City are interested in any position listed below. (hschrimpf@ Mailing address: 2207 W Main St, Jefferson City, Healing. icangels.com) MO 65109-0914. Phone: (573) 635-9127

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ity” of Marian ation, and the ability to “love ten unaware of what people of titles that we can one another as I have loved other races experience in life, claim: We have you.” even in simple things like go- Our Lady of ing to a store and being treat- Guadalupe as the Called to love as she does ed suspiciously because of the Patroness of the Mary was the perfect moth- color of one’s skin. Americas. And er, the perfect disciple, and no Too many good and faith- we have the Im- other human being, except ful Catholics remain unaware Addressing racism maculate Con- her divine Son, ever loved oth- of the connection between ception of the ers more than she. institutional racism and the through the Immaculate Blessed Virgin Our devotion to the Im- continued erosion of the sanc- Mary as our na- maculate Heart of Mary, tity of life. Heart of Mary tional patroness. therefore, forces us to contem- Because of the spiritual With our par- plate the full reality of what danger it presents, the bishops On June 21, 2020, the feast under the name of a saint, like ticular Marian patroness, the we see happening throughout of the United States issued a of the Immaculate Heart of St. Joseph for the Cathedral connection is made between our nation as we continue to pastoral letter, “Open Wide Mary, the patroness of the Dio- parish. the Blessed Virgin Mary and grow in our awareness of the Your Hearts,” against rac- cese of Jefferson City, Bishop W. The practice of having pa- the Sacred Heart ism in November Shawn McKnight preached a trons or patronesses makes a of Jesus. “Our devotion to the Immaculate 2018. homily at the Cathedral of St. connection between the com- These twin Heart of Mary forces us to In it, the bish- Joseph, in which he called on munity of faith and the saint feasts of the Sacred ops teach that rac- Catholics to purify their hearts under their patronage. We Hearts celebrated contemplate the full reality ism arises when — of the evil of racism. seek their protection as we this weekend cause of what we see happening either consciously The full text of the homily contemplate their particular us to contemplate throughout our nation as or unconsciously follows: virtues or role in salvation his- their meaning to- we continue to grow in our — a person holds tory. gether: awareness of the evil of racism.” that his or her own Today we celebrate the When the Diocese of Jef- The heart is an — Bishop W. Shawn McKnight race or ethnic- feast of the principal patron- ferson City was established essential part of ity is superior, and ess of our diocese under the in 1956, Bishop Marling pro- the human body, therefore judges title of the Immaculate Heart claimed that the Immaculate the part most apt to symbolize evil of racism. persons of other races or eth- of Mary. Heart of Mary would be our the essence of who we are. We We need first to purify our nicities as inferior and unwor- First, a word about patrons. patroness. die if our heart stops beating. own hearts from any blemish thy of equal regard. Every parish has a title, often This rounds out a “trin- The Sacred Heart of Jesus is of this kind of evil, which is When this conviction or thus a symbol of His humani- contrary to the love of God. attitude leads individuals or ty. Jesus was not like a human, The difficulty with racism groups to exclude, ridicule, He WAS human — fully hu- is that it is often very subtle. mistreat, or unjustly discrimi- man and fully divine. Very few individuals think of nate against persons on the Bishop McKnight’s Except for sin, He took on themselves as racist, even as basis of their race or ethnicity, all the mental and physical they may harbor prejudices of it is sinful. Calendar frailties and the limitations we all kinds in their hearts. all face from nature. We who are white are of- See CONNECTIONS, page 23 Devotion to the Sacred JULY Heart seals our true faith in Appointments are not normally scheduled in the month of July. the humanity of the God Man, Jesus Christ. The Sacred The following appointments are tentative, depending on the Heart symbolizes the pro- pandemic: found mystery of God loving July 19 Parish Pastoral Planning Meeting, 2 pm, Catholic us with a human heart. Center, Jefferson City Devotion to the Immacu- July 19 Seminarian Formation Evening, 5:30 pm late Heart of Mary also mani- fests the interplay between the July 26 Parish Pastoral Planning Meeting, 2 pm, Catholic human and divine, but from Center, Jefferson City the opposite perspective. In Mary’s Immaculate Heart, we see a human being fully immersed in God’s mer- ciful grace and love. 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The love of God in the hu- Please be so kind as to make this a man heart enables heroic ac- part of your group and private prayer. tions, the practice of reconcili- Member FDIC ©2019, Hawthorn Bank NMLS #409185 NASDAQ: HWBK 4 The Catholic Missourian June 26, 2020 Role reversal: Tolton Catholic community rallies around Fr. Coleman, beloved chaplain By Langston Newsome when Tolton mus gland cancer. trators earlier this month and Columbia Catholic opened Fr. Coleman personally told them about his A genuine man. in 2011. underwent sur- diagnosis. That’s how Fr. Tolton Re- Fr. Cole- gery June 17 to Mr. Link held back tears as gional Catholic High School man was always remove a large tu- he embraced Fr. Coleman. athletic director Gary Link around, whether mor resting above “I was a tough-love guy,” describes Trailblazers chaplain it was announc- his lungs and Mr. Link said before head- Father Michael Coleman. ing basketball heart. ing to his office to cry alone. Fr. Coleman is never forcing games, traveling “Reports from “I looked him right in the eye a smile when greeting students with the football the doctors indi- and said, ‘You know you’re go- in the school hallways, loudly team or providing cate that his suring to beat this, right?’ ... We’ll cheering for the Trailblazers counsel to players gery went great,” put this in God’s hands.” at sporting events or cracking or coaches. Tolton Catholic It’s a sentiment shared by jokes with faculty. Mr. Masters, posted Wednes- Mr. Masters after recently Mr. Link has always seen Fr. now the head day afternoon to speaking with Fr. Coleman and Coleman’s personality as au- football coach at its school Twit- reflecting on his time with Fr. thentic. St. John Vianney ter account. “His Coleman in Columbia. The two have known each High School in tumors were in- He remembers Fr. Coleman other since they were teenag- St. Louis, saw Fr. vading the supe- greeting him at Tolton, making ers, and their relationship — Coleman develop rior vena cava and him feel comfortable and pro- bonded by faith and sports into more than most of his right viding joy each day. — has only grown at Tolton, just the school’s upper lung, so Fr. Coleman has always had especially after Mr. Link be- chaplain and the they had to take a clever sense of humor to Mr. came AD last year. Trailblazers’ big- Fr. Mike Coleman hugs Serena Berrey after they sang out most of his Masters. Fr. Coleman would “(Fr. Coleman) is a terrific gest cheerleader the national anthem before a basketball game Feb. 7, right upper lung tease Mr. Masters about not person,” Mr. Link said. “He on the sidelines. 2017, at Tolton High School. Fr. Coleman, who serves (which was most- seeing the classic movie “The has relationships not only with Fr. Coleman as the Trailblazers’ chaplain, recently announced his ly collapsed from Godfather.” the students but with the staff became the es- cancer diagnosis and underwent surgery in June. the tumor). “He and I would always and parents that are genuine. sence of what —Photo by Sarah Bell, Columbia Tribune “Doctors are go around and around about He has a smile on his face each Tolton Catholic confident thatwhether Don Corleone was and every day. He is very sup- strived for its athletic programs fort and enjoyment ... all of they were able to get most of a good Catholic or not,” Mr. portive of all our student-ath- to be about. that. He’s just a great person the tumor, but due to their size, Masters said with a laugh. “He letes.” “He really became an im- to have around the kids and a he will still undergo chemo/ra- really made that place special It’s something that former portant piece of what we were lot of fun to be around person- diation to clear the margins.” with his presence.” Trailblazers AD and football as an athletic department,” ally as well. I don’t know dur- coach Chad Masters noticed Mr. Masters said. “Great ef- ing the eight years I was there “No. 1 fan” “He’s going to fight” if I could separate Fr. Coleman Jeremy Osborne, the Trail- The thought of not being from our athletic department.” blazers’ head basketball coach, about to joke again with Fr. KAYSER CHIROPRACTIC & received a call from Fr. Cole- Coleman hasn’t even crossed ACUPUNCTURE CENTER What friends are for man while on the road for a Mr. Masters’ mind. LIVER DETOXIFICATION Fr. Coleman over the years family vacation when he found After being supported by Fr. has displayed an admirable out the news of the cancer be- Coleman for so many years, the The liver is the cesspool of the body. ability to be a friend, colleague fore it was made public. Tolton Catholic community Many allergies stress the liver and the and spiritual leader all mixed Mr. Osborne had to pull is now lifting him up with en- kidneys. Some natural supplements can help, as well as in one. off the highway to collect his couragement during this trial. chiropractic and a diet of more fruits and veggies. Mr. Link witnessed his ca- thoughts, shaken by the devel- The school’s faculty and staff pability to not only relate and opment. even pulled together funds to Serving the Open Mon-Wed & Fri 8-6, Thur & Sat 8-noon community 1101 Southwest Blvd., Jefferson City ~ (573) 635-6767 since 1962! connect with students but then Fr. Coleman is a supporter have several celebrities share www.KayserChiro.com do the same with adults. of all of Tolton Catholic’s ath- video greetings and well wishes His positivity and strength letic teams, but especially bas- with Fr. Coleman, including in faith led to Mr. Link view- ketball, where he can be seen St. Louis Cardinals Hall of ing him as a mentor, even announcing games with nick- Fame shortstop Ozzie Smith. BUILDING DEMOLITION? though the two are almost the names for each player. “I took it pretty hard,” Mr. same age. “He’s the No. 1 fan of Masters said about learning of Fr. Coleman has always Tolton athletics and he always Fr. Coleman’s diagnosis. “But been there as a confidant and embodies the passion we want we’re not memorializing him leader for everyone at Tolton to have not only in our faith right now. He’s going to fight Contact Us Catholic for nine years. but in the competitive side of and he’s going to do a great job 1-800-769-5798 Last week, however, those things,” Osborne said. “He’s because his spirits are so posi- www.arsi-mo.com roles have reversed — even definitely always been there to tive.” if slightly — as Tolton, Our support the kids, coaches and Lady of Lourdes parish in Co- the department as a whole. Mr. Newsome is a reporter lumbia, Holy Spirit parish in “Now, it’s time for people to for the Columbia Daily Tribune Asbestos Inspection Centralia and the surrounding support him.” newspaper (www.columbiatri community rally to support Fr. bune.com), which published and Abatement Coleman after he recently an- “In God’s hands” this article June 17. This slightly Serving clients throughout the Diocese of Jefferson City since 1985 with asbestos, lead, mold, and environmental services. nounced his diagnosis of thy- Fr. Coleman gathered some revised version is published here of Tolton Catholic’s adminis- with permission. The Catholic Missourian June 26, 2020 5 Senior food boxes: part of CCCNMO’s growing slate of services By Jay Nies There are many other denomi- Judith Mutamba, director nations represented. So it’s an of food and nutrition services interfaith community working for Catholic Charities of Cen- together to address the needs tral and Northern Missouri of the people.” (CCCNMO), and Rebecca They intend to target hun- Jennings, nutrition education ger in a way Jesus would AmeriCorps member at Catho- have found suitable when He lic Charities, took down names, preached the Parable of the handed out boxes of nutritious Sheep and the Goats (Matthew food and visited with residents 25): “You saw Me hungry, and of the Robert Hyder Apart- you fed Me.” ments in Jefferson City. “That’s exactly what we are “See you next month!” Ms. trying to achieve here through Jennings said while sporting a Catholic Charities,” said Ms. turquoise Catholic Charities T- Mutamba. shirt and facemask. Anyone interested in sup- They were signing people Judith Mutamba, Diane Elam, Rebecca Jennings and Cristal Backer of Catholic Charities porting Catholic Charities’ up on June 16 for the Com- of Central and Northern Missouri staff a sign-up for the senior food box program at a Food and Nutrition Services modity Supplemental Food senior housing complex in Jefferson City. — Photo by Jay Nies program may visit cccnmo. Program (CSFP). The pro- diojeffcity.org/give, or make gram, sponsored by the U.S. people in Jefferson City who nutrition program from the a check payable to CCCNMO Department of Agriculture don’t have enough food for “A big thing” ground up. and mail to P.O. Box 104626, (USDA) and overseen locally whatever reason — whether Ms. Jennings came to serve CCCNMO Director of De- Jefferson City, MO 65110. by The Food Bank for Central they’re low-income or just lost alongside Catholic Charities velopment and Outreach Cris- For information about and Northeast Missouri, is for their job,” she said. as an AmeriCorps member on tal Backer helps raise money CCCNMO’s food and nutri- people who are age 60 or older Catholic Charities antici- June 1, shortly after completing and apply for grants to expand tion services, visit: and have a household income pates doing that in tandem her master’s degree in dietetics. the nutritional services offer- cccnmo.diojeffcity.org/ at or below 130 percent of the with other local food pantries, AmeriCorps is a network ings. programs/food-nutrition- federal poverty level. in order to help people who are of national service programs “We’re not doing this by services That amounts to $16,237 not yet being helped. aimed at addressing critical ourselves,” Ms. Mutamba not- annual income for a house- “We plan on extending nu- community needs. ed. “We’re working with other hold of one, $21,983 for two, trition services out into the She said this is exactly the partners in a way that comple- $27,729 for three or $33,475 community,” said Ms. Mutam- kind of work she was looking ments their work without du- for four. ba, “which means the pantry is forward to doing. plicating it, so we can make People who qualify for only part of our activities. We’ll In learning about Catholic sure the resources reach to the the program will have a free be distributing food and also Charities and its mission, she’s last person who needs help.” monthly box of food deliv- providing nutrition education.” come to understand that work- She emphasized that Catho- ered to their home by Catholic She said a high percentage of ing there is less of a job and lic Charities isn’t just for Cath- 301 Monroe Jefferson City Charities. people who don’t have enough more of “something who you olics. CCCNMO is the charitable money to buy nutritional food are as a person.” “It’s service to everybody in (573) 635-6101 arm of the Jefferson City dio- also suffer from chronic diseas- She recognizes the bibli- need,” she said. “And it’s not cese. es such as diabetes, high blood cal parallels to this important only Catholics who are em- Charles Prather • Rick Prather Tom Kummer On this day, it was work- pressure and heart disease. ministry. ployed at Catholic Charities. ing in partnership with Aging “Down the road, we’ll be “Jesus fed people who were Best, a private, not-for-profit scheduling specific days when hungry,” she said. “It was a RETIREMENT SALE agency that operates senior nu- clients can come in and re- big thing to Him, so I think it Mention this ad for trition centers in 19 counties ceive information about nutri- should be a big thing to us.” in Central Missouri, to reach tion and physical activity,” she % out to seniors they serve. stated. “These are things that “To the last person” 10-50OFF Confirmation, Books, Hyder Apartments, man- can help reduce the severity of Ms. Mutamba said she’s ex- First Communion, Gifts, aged by the Jefferson City chronic illnesses.” cited about helping assess the Cards, Puzzles & more! 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Owners 6 The Catholic Missourian June 26, 2020 Linn parishioner has helped respond to numerous disasters Currently serving totally depressed because of The only serious thing that as chair of St. George parish’s their inability to get out and happened to either of them Disaster Response Team see other people.” while they were serving was This especially applies to in 2005, after Hurricane Ka- By Jay Nies those who are over 60 or are trina devastated huge swaths To borrow a phrase from otherwise at greater risk of of the Gulf Coast. TV, Donna Zeilmann knows contracting COVID-19 and “I found out that Missis- a thing or two about disaster are sheltering-in-place. sippi mud is very slippery,” response because she’s seen a About 70 St. George pa- she said. “I was out walking thing or two. rishioners volunteered to and I fell and broke my an- That’s why Father Dan- help, using the online portal kle.” iel Merz, current pastor of St. the diocese set up in March She remained on the job George parish in Linn and Our when the state’s pandemic for the next five months, Lady Help of Christians parish measures kicked in. working in a wheelchair, and in Frankenstein, asked her to “Each volunteer on the came home with a walking coordinate St. George parish’s team got a list of six or seven cast on. response to the COVID-19 names, and those were the “And never a moment’s pandemic and its effect on the people you were to stay in Donna Zeilmann, chair of St. George parish’s Disaster Re- regret!” she said. “Those were greater Linn community. contact with,” said Mrs. Zeil- sponse Team in Linn, and her husband, Richard, now deceased, some of the best years of our For nearly a quarter-cen- mann. “You were to call them worked for many years together as American Red Cross disas- marriage. We made some tury, Mrs. Zeilmann and her at least once a week. And if ter responders during numerous catastrophes. great friends, and God used late husband Richard served as you determined that you need- Church in Linn. Red Cross disaster responders. it to bless us and help us grow American Red Cross disaster re- ed to contact them more often, “Their pastor brought a list “When things started to dry closer and closer.” sponders during numerous ca- then that’s what you did.” of names to our rectory, and out, we started going out on as- She remains in touch with tastrophes, including Hurricane The callers offered help with we included them on the lists signment,” she said. friends from the Red Cross, Katrina. such things as running errands we gave out to callers,” said They would go on three- who she said are like extended “What’s going on now is dif- or picking up groceries or medi- Mrs. Zeilmann. “It was neat be- week-long deployments to family. ferent but it isn’t,” she said of the cation. cause we weren’t just calling to places devastated by natural di- pandemic and its associated dif- “Some of them we didn’t help the people of St. George. sasters. From death to resurrection ficulties. “You’re helping God’s need to call for long, because We got to give and receive the “You’d go out and work 14-, Mr. Zeilmann was diag- people, regardless of where you they said they have family mem- love of Christ with other Chris- 15- and 16-hour days,” Mrs. nosed with dementia about five are or who you’re helping.” bers looking out for them,” said tians.” Zeilmann recalled. “Then,years ago. As chair of St. George par- Mrs. Zeilmann. “But there are Just being able to talk to you’d go lay down somewhere As his health deteriorated, ish’s Disaster Response Team, some that we’re still calling.” someone who’s concerned — sometimes in a car or on a the couple decided to buy a she worked with a core group She continues to check in about them meant a lot to cot. Sometimes you’d get really house in the neighborhood he of parishioners to assess people’s with a handful of people on her many people on the contact list. lucky and stay in a hotel or a had grown up in in Linn. needs, take inventory of avail- own list. “That moral support is life- motel.” He died in December 2018, able resources and put together “The people are very, very saving,” Mrs. Zeilmann noted. They were usually too ex- before they could move in. a plan. appreciative for this,” she said. “If you don’t have that kind of hausted to care. Mrs. Zeilmann fell into a “A lot of what we’ve done “And several of our callers say support, the isolation and de- “But your heart felt so full serious depression that almost could be classified as mental- they’ve made some wonderful pression can absolutely destroy and you knew you had done claimed her life. health-type work,” she said. friends in the process.” you.” something good for God’s peo- Fr. Merz ministered to her “Our biggest concern was mak- The parish coordinated its ple that day,” she said. “That’s and helped her connect with ing sure people were not getting response with the First Baptist “Beauty in everything” where you learn to see the beau- fellow parishioners. Mr. and Mrs. Zeilmann ty in everything, just doing that She returned to being a par- had finished raising their fam- type of work.” ish religious education teacher, SERVING THE MID-MISSOURI AREA SINCE 1928 ily in the St. Louis area when Those shared experiences which she and Mr. Zeilmann had done together when their Quality Fuels Expert Service they moved to Bonnots Mill 27 deeply enriched the Zeilmanns’ & Lubricants & Delivery years ago and joined St. Louis marriage. children were young. of France parish. “We worked side-by-side,” She became an extraordinary The epic Flood of ’93 took said Mrs. Zeilmann. “I was usu- minister of Holy Communion hold a few months later. ally in charge of logistics, and he and began visiting and praying The couple went to Jefferson was head of transportation and with people in local nursing Jefferson City Oil Co. Midland Oil Co. & Transport City to look for a squeegee and was working under me most of homes and helping prepare for 1601 Christy Dr. 1601-B Christy Dr. were referred to the Red Cross the time.” daily Mass at church. 573-634-2025 573-634-2008 disaster responders from the They could talk privately, Encouraged by Fr. Merz, she www.jcoil.com United States and Canada. The vent to each other after a bad went on a weeklong silent re- Red Cross offered to come to day and simply encourage each treat in Indiana. Bonnots Mill to distribute food other. “I spent each day, just me to people displaced by the bibli- “He was my support,” said and God,” she said. “I was try- cally invasive floodwaters. Mrs. Zeilmann. “I’ve often re- ing to figure out, ‘What am I “Every day at noon, we ferred to him as my knight in supposed to be for the rest of helped a group of Canadian shining armor.” my life? Where does God want The mark of excellence Red Crossers serve meals and She lost track of how many me to be?’” for five generations. put supplies out,” said Mrs. hurricanes they endured to- She came home convinced Zeilmann. “They said, ‘You’re gether. that God was calling her to 302 South Fifth really good at this. You ought to “We were in some very scary make a commitment of lifelong Hannibal, Missouri join us.’” situations,” she said. “But we devotion to Him. 573.221.8188 • www.jamesodonnellfuneralhome.com The couple wound up taking trusted that the Lord was going © 2018 The James O’Donnell Funeral Home, Inc classes and becoming certified to take care of us. And He did.” See ZEILMANN, page 17 The Catholic Missourian June 26, 2020 7 Helias Catholic sends 186 forth with God’s blessing By Jay Nies The energy level spiked as Helias Catholic High School’s graduating seniors joined in singing a worship anthem at the end of their Baccalaureate Mass. “You’re the name above all names! You are worthy of our praise! And my heart will sing, ‘How great is our God!’” The Mass and the graduation ceremony that followed came more than a month later than originally planned. Protocols for social dis- LEFT: Victor Bell, a teacher and coach at Helias Catholic High School delivers the keynote address to the Helias Catholic tancing due to COVID-19 Class of 2020 during commencement exercises June 19 at the Crusader Athletic Complex. RIGHT: Father Joshua Duncan, placed all 186 graduates in a chaplain at Helias Catholic, elevates the Most Precious Blood during the Baccalaureate Mass in the Rackers Fieldhouse. chairs spread 6 feet apart in BELOW: Graduating seniors line up to receive their diplomas. — Photos by Jay Nies the Rackers Fieldhouse the afternoon of June 19. perfect love. out your last four years here,” hours of community service It was the first time the “It must form and direct “Heck of a day” he noted. apiece; 29 Bright Flight schol- graduating seniors gathered as our lives — the way we treat Victor Bell, a history and so- He shared a quote from col- ars and one student who is a a class since in-school instruc- others, the way we treat our- cial studies teacher and coach lege basketball coach Jim Val- Top 100 Missouri Scholar. tion was suspended on March selves, the choices we make,” who arrived at the school when vano: “If you laugh, you think Collectively, the graduates 18. said Fr. Jones. the seniors were freshmen, and you cry, that’s a full day. have been offered more than The Mass was offered in spoke of the consuming, self- That’s a heck of a day.” $4.8 million in college scholar- memory of Jackson Careaga, a Graceful exit giving love their parents have ships, including $386,000 in member of the Class of 2020 A tumultuous downpour been showing for them since Hopeful future A+ scholarships. who died last October. gave way to sunshine in time before they were born. Graduating seniors Jack The co-valedictorians were “Seniors, you’ve had a heck for commencement exercises “And you, ultimately, are Crull and Holly Hentges re- Gabriel Borgmeyer, Samuel of a year, going to ceived the Fr. Helias Award Bruce, Molly Bruns, Griffin one for do that,” for their outstanding contribu- Buschjost, Luke Distler, Grace the history he said. tions to Helias Catholic during Holloway, Andrew McDonald, books,” said “You’re go- their four years of attendance. Madaeline Mueller, Jonathan Father Ste- ing to love Mr. Crull led the opening Myers, Sophey Nivins, Jacob phen Jones something prayer for graduation. Schepers, Carson Schroer, Elle in his last more than “Heavenly Father, we ask Wilbers and Veronica Worth- homily as you love You to accompany us as we en. president yourself.” face new adventures and chal- Each carried a perfect GPA of Helias The lenges,” he prayed. “May the while taking at least four Ad- Catholic. Class of paths we take always lead to vanced Placement classes. “ Y o u 2020 voted You and to the eternal joy Griffin Buschjost and -Ve have ex- overwhelm- that is ours ronica perienced ingly to through More photos from Worthen great trag- have Mr. Your Son.” this event have been received edy, sadness Bell as Miss posted in The Catholic the Veter- and loss,” their com- Hentges Missourian’s online ans of For- he said. mencement proclaimed eign Wars “You’ve experienced great suc- that evening at the Crusader speaker. a reading edition, www.cathmo. Award, cess and glory. Let Jesus share Athletic Complex. In an interactive format that from the com. Select “Photo based on these things with you as you go Families gathered in as- mirrored one of his classes, he Book of Galleries” from the citizenship, forth into the next chapter of signed seats, continuing to prayed with them and pointed Jeremiah, “Multimedia” tab on scholar- your lives. practice social distancing. out positive character traits which in- the menu bar. ship, and “I promise you — I promise Principal Kenya Fuemmeler that he had observed in indi- cluded: good atten- you! — you won’t regret it,” he said that when the Helias Cath- vidual students. “For I know well the plans I dance. said. olic faculty picked “Grace” as Among these were work- have in mind for you, declares Gabriel Borgmeyer and It was the Solemnity of the the theme for this academic ing persistently hard, doing the Lord — plans for your wel- Olivia Hennon received the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. year, “I don’t think any of us the right thing when no one is fare and not for woe, so as to American Legion Citation, “We are the object of Jesus’s understood how much grace watching, setting and achiev- give you a future of hope.” based on leadership, scholar- love,” said Fr. Jones, “and the we were going to need in the ing high aspirations, mak- This year’s graduates per- ship and service. ultimate good that His Sacred year 2020.” ing sacrifices for the greater formed a combined total of Heart desires for us is a living She said the students met good, speaking honestly, lead- 15,500 hours of service over Cherished moments relationship with God — inti- the challenges of distance ing humbly, giving full effort, their four years. In interviews after Mass, mate union and communion learning and cancelled activi- helping friends become their The class included 19 who students said they had grown with Him. In other words, ties with resilience and resolve. best selves, and persevering maintained 4.0 cumulative to love the familial camaraderie heaven.” “We know they are well pre- through pain and adversity. grade-point averages; two with that helped define their years at Created in God’s image, all pared as they leave the walls of “You’ve been building all perfect ACT scores; eight who must aspire to emulate His our school,” she said. these characteristics through- completed more than 500 See HELIAS CATHOLIC, page 20 8 The Catholic Missourian June 26, 2020

QUESTION CORNER Rules on Holy Communion/ Papal Audience ‘Starting again’ in marriage June 24, 2020 By Father Kenneth Doyle Dear Brothers and Sisters: Catholic News Service In our continuing catechesis on prayer, Q. My cousin was married 40 years ago we now consider the prayer of David. in a civil ceremony when she was only 17. Called by God to become King of Israel, After eight years, that marriage ended in David was deeply formed by his early ex- divorce. She has now been remarried for periences as a shepherd, which he would some 25 years — once again, not in the draw upon in leading his people. The Catholic Church. All these years later, she young David was also a lover of music still attends Mass regularly but never re- and poetry, and it was from his lyrical ap- ceives Holy Communion. Is this right? (I preciation for the wonder of God’s creation that his prayer was born. We see this reflected feel terrible for her.) What are the rules of in the many psalms traditionally attributed to his authorship. David — as pastor and king the Catholic Church on this? — prefigures Jesus the Good Shepherd and universal King, whose prayerful relationship with his heavenly Father sustained his whole life. David, for his part, was both saint and sinner, A. Your cousin is correct in not receiving Holy Communion full of contradictions, yet in his vocation of leadership he was constant in prayerful dialogue when she attends Mass. In the Church’s view, those eligible to with God. Our lives too are often marked by contradictory forces and incoherent impulses, take the Eucharist are those who are living “in communion with” but if, like David, we persevere in prayer — whatever our own vocation and the difficulties Catholic teaching. For a married person, this would mean having we may face — we will come to know the closeness of the Lord and be able to share this joy been married in a ceremony with the Church’s approval. with others. I, too, feel badly for your cousin, and I admire her honesty in I greet the English-speaking faithful joining us through the media. Upon you and your choosing not to take Holy Communion. The solution, though, families I invoke the joy and peace of the Lord. May God bless you! might be a fairly easy one. Because her first marriage was a civil ceremony (and presumably without Church approval), and since your cousin (I’m assuming) was a Catholic at the time, that marriage “did not count” in the Church’s eyes and could be dismissed with some simple paperwork. It’s called, technically, a “declara- Giving witness, thanks to Jesus Christ tion of nullity for absence of canonical form.” That would leave her present marriage (which seems to be in the Most Blessed Sacrament a stable one, since it has lasted 25 years!). And assuming that By Jay Nies her present husband had not been married before, this mar- Father Leon- riage could then be “convalidated” or “blessed” in the Catholic ard Mukiibi knelt Church by having the couple repeat their vows in the presence down before the of a Catholic priest or deacon. Following that, of course, your Most Blessed Sacra- cousin would be eligible to receive the Eucharist — and probably ment and prayed a thrilled to do so. litany of gratitude before leading God’s Q. I am a Christian, although not much of a religious per- people on a proces- son at heart, but I could use your advice. I have a wife and sion around the St. a 5-year-old daughter whom I love very much, but I have Thomas the Apostle hurt them a lot — not by any means physically, but instead Church grounds. through my complete arrogance. I have seldom considered It was June 14, their own feelings and always just pushed ahead with my own the Solemnity of selfish wants. Now, thanks to a wake-up call in my life, I have the Most Holy asked for forgiveness directly, and my wife has offered me the Body and Blood chance. But the feeling of guilt still haunts me; I have a deep- of Christ (“Corpus seated sadness for what I have done to damage the relation- Christi”). ships within my family. What should I do, Father? (Las Vegas) “We are going to be mov- and to the steps of the rectory. Benediction. ing around our church to show They stopped at a temporary “Corpus Christi is the cel- A. The first thing I think you should do is thank God for You that we love You, just altar there for Benediction. ebration of the abiding pres- the “wake-up call.” Then, in quick succession, thank God for as You love us,” Fr. Mukiibi From there, singing “Allelu- ence of the loving God as Em- your wife — for her willingness to forgive and to move forward prayed. “Thank You for being ia, Sing to Jesus,” as they pro- manuel, God-with-us, in order in your marriage. But there is more: You surely could profit by present every time we come to cessed to the next altar, set up to give collective thanks to our speaking with a counselor. be with You. Moving around near parish’s baseball diamond, Lord living with us in the Eu- The guilt and sadness you now feel are understandable, but our church with You, let it be under a large tree that formed charist,” Fr. Mukiibi explained. your marriage will be healthier and happier if you can give your- a gesture of moving around a natural canopy of leaves and “This solemnity gives us an self a second chance. A counselor may well think it wise to in- in our hour loving, moving branches. occasion to learn more about clude your wife in some parts of that counseling. around in our families, mov- The sweet and pungent the importance and value of His This leaves your daughter — who is old enough to have been ing around in our community, aroma of flowers and blossoms Real Presence, so that we may hurt by your selfishness and may need, herself, some time to removing around in the Church, mixed with the burning incense. appreciate the sacrament bet- cover. A counselor may be able to suggest what you might say to moving around in the world.” Each time a bell rang dur- ter and receive maximum ben- your daughter by way of an apology and a pledge to do better. He asked Jesus to bless all ing Benediction, Fr. Mukiibi efit from receiving Jesus in Holy And finally, I would recommend prayer — speaking with who are sick, hurting and in swung the sensor of burning Communion,” the priest stated. God in your own words, sharing with the Lord your wishes and need of reassurance. incense, and two girls gently A gallery of photos will be your worries. You don’t have to be a “religious person” to know Bearing the Eucharist in a threw rose petals into the air. posted in The Catholic Missou- that each of us is weak and needs some help from above. monstrance under an ornate The people sang “Praise rian’s online edition, cathmo. Questions may be sent to Father Kenneth Doyle at askfather canopy carried by local Knights God From Whom All Bless- com. Select “Photo Galleries” [email protected] and 30 Columbia Circle Dr., Albany, New York of Columbus, the priest led the ings Flow” as they processed from the “Multimedia” tab on 12203. people out into the churchyard back into church for a third the menu bar. The Catholic Missourian June 26, 2020 VIEWPOINT 9 Teaching children about race relations By Carole Norris Greene school chanted as I ran by with a black tions. well those children express who they ac- Catholic News Service classmate. Monica Taylor and I were par- Questions will come when the child tually see themselves as being will rest on I was in college ticipating in the John F. Kennedy physi- yearns for understanding. Adults can the clarity of answers to their own ques- in the ‘60s when a cal fitness program, running laps around even observe a child watching news on tioning that no doubt will continue as classmate told me our school. television, for example, and begin a talk they mature. about a little child But children are not born racists. They by asking what the child is thinking. In anticipation of race-related ques- who had never seen learn this attitude from adults and others To sit a child down and bombard him tions, parents, older siblings or other a black person be- around them. I doubted even back then or her with complex information can be adults in a child’s life should do their own fore. My classmate if those precious little ones even under- very confusing. homework. This isn’t a time for opinions. had been traveling stood the profundity of what they were One of my sisters met a little neigh- Being white or a person of color doesn’t with her husband, saying. bor while walking her dogs recently. The make one an authority on race relations. a U.S. soldier sta- Fast forward to today when whites child admired her dogs and asked their Seek out those whose objectivity is tioned in Europe. and people of color around the world are names. sharpened, who can point out what sub- “Mommy, look! A chocolate lady!” marching together in protest against sys- My sister then asked the girl’s name. tly and historically has influenced our at- the little girl exclaimed, much to my temic racism. Many protesters are bring- She replied, “Freeya.” titudes about race. classmate’s amusement — and relief. ing their children along with them in an “That’s not her name!” said a boy I highly recommend an article written Those five words spoke volumes about effort to teach them to stand against so- nearby who said he was her brother. “It’s by Fordham University theology profes- the child — and her mother. cial injustice. ‘Free Up’!” sor Father Bryan Massingale, titled “The That child’s innocence was beauti- I favor teaching young children about His own name, he added with pride, assumptions of white privilege and what ful. Apparently she hadn’t been taught race relations and the pitfalls of making was “Make a Way”! we can do about it.” His commentary ex- the N-word that little white children assumptions based on skin color by be- Their parents embodied their hopes in outside homes near my Catholic high ing ever vigilant, listening for their ques- the names they gave their children. How See GREENE, page 18 I love my parish priest! Why is he being reassigned? By Andrew Hansen for a long time, even if things are going olic Times, magazine of the Diocese of May 3 edition is republished here with It’s a common question: Why is my well. A new priest can bring new ideas, Springfield, Illinois. This article from the permission. parish priest being reassigned to an- which in turn, sends a signal to lay lead- other parish? This question especially ership at the parish to get out of “cruise comes up when the priest is beloved by control” and try new initiatives that can REFLECTION parishioners and then, quite naturally, help people grow in our faith. there is angst about what the future of There are also other practical reasons the parish will look like. for moving priests. It allows them to Where thanks fell short The first thing to remember is that expand their experiences and gain new By Mark Saucier diocesan priests don’t “belong” to a par- perspectives. Priest retirements and new It was the best Father’s Day. ish, but in fact, belong to the universal priests being ordained each year natu- For the first time in many months, we had all the kids and grandkids to- Church. Diocesan priests, through their rally translates into having some rear- gether. The weather was beautiful, with a gentle sun, a whispering breeze and ordination by their local bishop, there- rangement of assignments. comfortable shade. fore, serve the people of their diocese. You might also ask: Why make these We spread tables across the lawn for some modicum of distancing, but When they were ordained priests, changes now with the uncertainty of there were times when the familial was stronger than the social. Platters and they made a promise of respect and obe- the coronavirus pandemic? While being plates were piled high with the fruits of gifted cooks. dience to the bishop and his successors. mindful of the pandemic, the Catholic The children scurried about, from one imaginative enterprise to another, The purpose of obedience is not a matter Church must still prepare for the return culminating in a dance performance with the emphasis on interpretive. of arbitrarily imposing authority or seek- to normal life when this crisis passes. To top it off, our youngest announced a coming addition to the clan. Joy- ing to exercise control for its own sake If you are getting a new priest, make ous news at any time, this was special because it is their first. but flows rather out of a sense of mission him feel welcome. Remember that tran- So it was strange that night, reviewing the day and all the abundance of life, — a mission to serve the Catholic faith- sitions are difficult for the priests them- when thanksgiving was not enough. I was profoundly grateful, but I needed ful in their diocese, not just one parish. selves, so they deserve the same love and another prayer. The words that formed on my lips were unexpected. If your parish has a priest that is be- support that you gave to your last priest. “Disturb me, O Lord. Discomfit and afflict me. Give me a heart aching loved and has brought new life and a Avoid forcing him to conform to some- with another’s pain. Let me feel another’s hunger. Let me bleed with the spiritual awakening to the people, and thing he might not be familiar or com- wounds of injustice. Let me tremble with another’s fear and sink to my knees he is now being reassigned, give thanks fortable with by saying to him, “That’s in another’s despair.” to God for the blessing that he has been how we’ve always done it here” or “That’s I was surprised as anyone that I had given voice to those words. They were to your parish. Then, look at it from a not how the previous pastor did things.” not intentional, not even necessarily welcome, but there they were. perspective that with the new assign- Don’t gossip and don’t publicly voice Only slowly did I begin to understand. ment, that priest can now help people your objections about a new priest to Indeed, my life has been blessed. I have a family that loves me despite my- at another parish in our diocese grow anyone. Patience is a virtue, so give him self, a home that is more than adequate, the leisure of retirement, and more spiritually. Think of it as “paying it for- a chance, and help him navigate the money than a significant portion of the world. ward.” Also, think about how your new parish, the school, and city. Invite your That’s all good, but it is so tempting to think that’s enough, so appealing to priest will be able to bring new gifts to new priest over for dinner or write him be complacent, so easy to forget that my life was given to me for others. your parish that will enable you to con- a welcome card with perhaps a gift card Jesus was a subverter, an up-ender. He did this to the institutions of His tinue to grow. to a local eatery. day, but also challenged individuals to turn their lives around, even upside It’s also important to remember that Our priests are very dedicated and down, to encounter the fullness of life. priests have different strengths and tal- work hard, so please pray and support The rich young man couldn’t do it, but Zacchaeus could, as could the wom- ents. The dynamics of parishes change all our priests, especially if you are get- an at the well, the Gerasene demoniac, and most of all, Paul. over time. So, the strengths and talents ting a new pastor. Remember, without There’s a big risk of being selfishly insulated, distracted and unaware. I don’t of a “new” priest might fit the needs of our priests, we the faithful don’t have want to give up all the good things of my life, but in the end, I don’t want to that parish better. In addition, it’s easy access to the sacraments. say, “Lord, I didn’t see You hungry, thirsty, suffering or in prison!” for parishes to sometimes go into “cruise Andrew Hansen, the director of Com- I don’t want Him to respond, “Of course you didn’t, you never looked!” control” when a pastor has been in place munications, is also the editor of Cath- 10 The Catholic Missourian June 26, 2020 Fr. Litzau reflects on Dominican legacy and his time in Columbia By Jay Nies robust common life while at- fice myself, to become more For as long as he’s been tending to the demands of widely human and more no- preaching, Dominican Father their ministries.” bly of the earth than of any of Richard Litzau has been re- Bishop W. Shawn Mc the world’s servants.” minding Catholics that they Knight has appointed two “That is an operational were anointed at baptism as diocesan priests, Father definition of servant leader “priest, prophet and king.” Daniel Merz and Father Paul and of pastor,” Fr. Litzau as- They are accordinglyClark, to succeed Fr. Litzau serted. obliged to conform their lives and Fr. Ford as pastor and as- A philosophy professor to all three roles. sociate pastor at St. Thomas at Saint Louis University “A priest stands as a go-be- More. defines a vocation as “some- tween between God and the thing you cannot imagine people,” he noted. “A prophet Obedience yourself not doing.” Fr. Lit- speaks the truth, and a king Fr. Litzau said that while zau can’t imagine not being a leads. That’s what we’re called he regrets leaving people and Dominican priest. to do as Catholics!” a place he loves, it is the na- “I was invited — called Fr. Litzau hopes the people ture of Dominican life to be — when I was young,” he of St. Thomas More Newman itinerant. Dominican Father Richard Litzau, who will take up a new as- noted. “I just waited a long Center parish in Columbia, “Blessed Father Dominic signment in Wisconsin after serving for six years as pastor of time to RSVP.” where he’s been pastor for the inculcated that character St. Thomas More Newman Center parish in Columbia, blesses The call was there all past six years, will keep remind- into our charism,” he stated. the people at the end of a Mass in the Newman Center chapel. along, and with God’s help, ing themselves of that after he “It encourages us to live in a — Photo by Jay Nies he answered it “right on takes on his new assignment in detached way — detached time.” Madison, Wisconsin, on July 1. from possessions and places ously,” said Fr. Litzau, and one prayers and direction,” Fr. Lit- He encourages anyone else He will serve as senior as- and occasionally even from ex- that he keeps with God’s help zau stated. “The friendships who feels called to Priesthood sociate pastor of Our Lady periences.” and that of his fellow Domini- that have grown over my time or religious life in the second Queen of Peace parish. This frees up members of cans. here have been a source of phase of their adult life to “lis- Dominican Father Michail the order to live simply, fo- After ministering for 15 strength and energy, of chal- ten to your heart.” Ford, current associate pastor cused on the mission of their years on university campuses, lenge and support.” “Religious orders and con- of St. Thomas More Newman order: “to preach, to bless, to he is being missioned to a more He noted that the bishop, gregations all have age limits,” Center parish, will become as- praise!” he said. traditional parish with a grade clergy and laypeople have been he noted. “But it never hurts to sociate pastor at St. Thomas He added that as ministers school. navigating nearly nonstop seek.” Aquinas Catholic Center at and shepherds, Dominicans Our Lady Queen of Peace challenges and obstacles while Purdue University in West La- are obliged to fall in love with School has about 500 students. working to implement Bishop “Ongoing conversation” fayette, Indiana. the people of God. “It will be a joy and a chal- McKnight’s priorities. Ft. Litzau asked for prayers They are the last two mem- “We are called to minister lenge to keep up, and I am “The people need to con- for him and all the other Do- bers of the Dominican Com- and shepherd and then, as a cost looking forward to trying,” he tinue to support that,” said Fr. minican priests and brothers munity of St. Raymond of of doing business with that same said. Litzau. “I am absolutely con- who have served in Columbia. Penafort in Columbia, which God, we are called to break our vinced that the Trine God is “Prayer is a constant in my life, was established in 2006. hearts and theirs, when we are “Very simple” right here in our midst. Our as it should be in all our lives,” he The leadership of the Do- called to leave,” he said. The Dominican order is for- job is to find out where, and said. “The ongoing conversation minican Province of St. Albert For Dominicans, that call mally known as the Order of what that presence means and with God is a source of strength the Great announced last No- filters down through their su- Preachers. requires of us.” and wisdom, it was very much a vember that the Dominicans in periors in religious life, obedi- People have told Fr. Litzau It starts with listening to part of the discernment of God’s Columbia would be reassigned ence to whom they offer as a that they appreciate the Do- God’s clear direction in Scrip- will for us.” to larger communities, in order solemn profession to God. minican emphasis on preach- ture. In this time of crisis, he for them to “engage in a more “It is a vow I take very seri- ing good homilies at Mass. “Jesus made it very simple: called to mind a prayer recently “I want people to know that ‘Love God ... neighbor ... self,’” published in America magazine: we were committed to minis- said Fr. Litzau. “God of justice, give us the tering to the people and setting courage to admit our sins and a good example of what reli- “Listen to your heart” failings. Give us the freedom gious life looks like,” he said. Since arriving in Columbia, to seek Your mercy and recon- He’s grateful to the parish- Fr. Litzau has referred to his ciliation with our brothers and ioners for the openness, sup- role as “servant leader.” sisters. 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LEFT: Joyce Jones, program director of racial harmony for the St. Louis archdiocese, introduces William Critchley- Menor S.J. and Katie Jansen Larson, speakers at an afternoon workshop on becoming an anti-racist parish, during the 2019 MCC Annual Assembly on Oct. 6 in the State Capitol. RIGHT: Audience members listen to each other speak about recognizing and removing systemic racism from society. — Photos by Jay Nies

By Jay Nies cese, served as emcee. Jansen Larson asserted. the fact that there’s a problem Lauding the U.S. Catholic It cannot be done without “Welcome to an uncomfort- That’s important to keep in — the problem being racism in bishops’ November 2018 pas- God’s help and grace. able conversation,” said Ms. mind when working to become our country, in our neighbor- toral letter on racism, called But since that grace abounds, Jansen Larson. “That is what a community that is at odds hoods, in our Church,” he said. “Open Wide Our Hearts,” he there’s no excuse not to begin you’re getting into, as a room with systemic racism. “So we want you to be able quoted an excerpt: the uncomfortable process of of mostly white people talking “The focus is actually on us, to talk about: Do you see that “We, the Catholic bishops fashioning anti-racist parishes about race.” more than it is on people of there’s a problem? How do you of the United States acknowl- throughout the United States. “The only thing that I can say color,” she said. “Specifically, see it? How do you experience edge the many times when “It’s true that we can’t do with any certainty is that I need it’s our relationship with peo- it?” he stated. the Church has failed to live this on our own, but God’s to be uncomfortable,” she stated. ple of color.” Ms. Jones pointed out that as Christ taught us to love our grace never gives us permission “And if I’m not uncomfortable, race relations in the United brothers and sisters. not to work,” stated William then I’m not in the right head- “A third rail” States are often framed in terms “Acts of racism have been Critchley-Menor S.J., a Jesuit space for this conversation.” A recent online statement of black and white, “because committed by leaders and mem- scholastic at Saint Louis Uni- She noted that racial preju- from St. Francis Xavier parish that’s the model that our coun- bers of the Catholic Church, by versity in St. Louis. “We must dice generally refers to a belief said its efforts to become an an- try has been built on.” bishops, clergy, religious and la- recognize that God is always that some racial groups are bet- ti-racist parish “are based on the But racism actually refers to ity, and by Church institutions. calling us to more, and try to ter or worse than others. realization that we are bound all discrimination against who- “We express deep sorrow and respond to that.” Structural racism describes intimately to institutional rac- ever the “other” is, she noted. regret. We also acknowledge Mr. Critchley-Menor and the way in which institutions ism, and that this is not of God. those instances when we have Katie Jansen Larson, parish and societal structures create To do nothing in the face of Cleansing and forgiveness not done enough or stood by administrator at St. Francis and maintain racial inequality. great sin is itself sinful.” Mr. Critchley-Menor is a silently when grave acts of in- Xavier “College Church” parish “Anti-racism goes beyond The parish began the process member of the leadership team justice were committed. in St. Louis, led an afternoon simply avoiding racism and by inviting parishioners to gath- for the Jesuit Midwest Prov- “We ask for forgiveness from workshop titled “The Love of is an effort to oppose and dis- er for prayer and discussion. ince’s Anti-Racism Sodality. all who have been harmed by Christ Impels Us — Becoming mantle racism and to promote At each meeting, participants He called to mind a pas- these acts, in the past or in the an Anti-Racist Parish,” at the racial equity,” Ms. Jansen Lar- would agree to abide by a set of sage from the First Letter of St. present.” Missouri Catholic Conference’s son stated. principles, including openness, John: “If we say we are without (MCC’s) 2019 Annual Assem- “To be anti-racist means to respect, forgiveness, personal sin, we deceive ourselves, and “The water you swim in” bly in Jefferson City. look for places where racism ex- responsibility and a willingness the truth is not in us. If we ac- Ms. Jansen Larson noted that The event was held Oct. 6 in ists and try to stop it,” she said. to listen in order to understand. knowledge our sins, (God) is in “Open Wide Our Hearts,” the Missouri State Capitol. Her parish, which includes Each meeting would include faithful and just and will for- the U.S. bishops call on priests, About 35 people — includ- the Saint Louis University small group or one-on-one dis- give our sins and will cleanse us deacons, religious brothers and ing Auxiliary Bishop Mark S. Campus, is mostly white, al- cussions in which people could from every wrongdoing.” sisters, lay leaders, parish staff Rivituso of St. Louis and Her- though there are many people speak candidly about their un- Mr. Critchley-Menor be- members and all the faithful mann native Franciscan Father living nearby who are African derstanding or personal experi- came conscious of racism in the to see themselves as mission- Edward Mundwiller — attend- American. ences of racism. Church by hearing from fel- ary disciples, “carrying forth the ed the interactive session. She said that when her pas- This part of the process low Jesuits who are Hispanic or message of fraternal charity and It was one of several work- tor, Jesuit Father Daniel White, known as “illuminating dissat- African American, about how human dignity.” shops offered during the as- challenged the parish to work isfaction.” they had been marginalized in “We ask them,” the bishops sembly. toward becoming an anti-racist Mr. Critchley-Menor ac- their own religious community. state, “to fight the evil of rac- MCC Public Policy Com- parish, the issue of colorblind- knowledged that discussions “It’s things like who gets a ism by educating themselves, mittee member Joyce Jones, ness quickly came up. about race and racism are like “a voice at the table, who is invited reflecting on their personal program director of racial har- “The color I think most of us third rail” in American culture. to things, who is listened to and mony for the St. Louis archdio- are truly blind to is white,” Ms. “There’s an inability to name has credibility,” he stated. See ANTI-RACIST, page 15 12 The Catholic Missourian June 26, 2020 A Rosary for Fr. Aubuchon About 150 people gather near the playground of St. Joseph Cathedral School in Jefferson City the morning of Saturday, June 13, to pray a Rosary for Father Christopher Aubuchon, a priest of the Jefferson City diocese whose heart has been weakened by a virus. He is in Kansas City awaiting a heart transplant. “Know that Father Aubuchon appreciates it very much,” said Father Louis Nelen, pastor of Cathedral of St. Joseph parish. “He feels these prayers and is very thank- ful.” A gallery of 30 photos from this event has been posted in The Catholic Missourian’s online edition, cathmo.com. Select “Photo Galleries” from the “Multimedia” tab on the menu bar. — Photos by Jay Nies Spinelli_Jefferson City_9.7x9.qxp_Layout 1 6/2/20 9:43 AM Page 2

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April drove across the Missouri of cool because, la, which offers you know, here “She said she wasn’t com- border to Granite City, Illinois, free pregnancy pletely sure what she would do, for an abortion at Hope Clin- we are on lock- tests and lim- down,” he said. but definitely not abortion,” ic, a facility that has been per- ited obstetric said Paula Marti, a certified Life forming abortions since before “We’re seeing ultrasound, be- people by ap- Coach who met with April at Roe v. Wade. gan offering the the center. “That is what she The appointment was quick. pointment only, reversal treatment and this happened and told me.” The staff performed a brisk ul- this year. April and Marti hit it off trasound, flashed the image of it felt like — I don’t know — April was the center’s first I felt like, we’re always involved great during that first meeting. the little baby at April, and told client to seek it out. mind after taking the first drug, April’s mom, who accompa- her what to expect after taking she may be able to save her baby in the ‘save,’ but this one felt dif- Upon finding abortionpill ferent to me because I was actu- nied her to the appointment, the drugs: period-like cramp- rescue.com, April dialed the through abortion pill reversal. even knew Paula, having gone to ing and blood clots — perhaps Time is of the essence. 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Official Decree On pastoral activities in the Diocese of Jefferson City Following the Governor’s Declaration Lifting of Statewide Restrictions for the COVID-19 Pandemic

Whereas Governor Mike Parson has lifted the statewide 4. Those who are 65 years of age or older, and those 11. Communion ministers are to sanitize their hands health order beginning 16 June 2020, leaving the deter- with medical conditions, are highly encouraged before and after distributing Holy Communion, mination of public health requirements to local govern- not to go to Mass when it is likely that there will and they must use face masks during the distribu- ments; and be a large number of the faithful in attendance or tion of Holy Communion. if social distancing and the wearing of face masks Whereas the Department of Health and Senior Services are not observed. 12. Communicants are encouraged to wear face of the State of Missouri and the Centers for Disease Con- masks during the reception of Holy Commu- trol and Prevention of the United States Federal Govern- 5. Those who do not attend assM on Sundays are nion, and it is requested that Holy Communion ment continue to recommend: the observance of social encouraged to attend Mass on a weekday if it be received in the hand. distancing and the use of face masks when in gatherings; would be easier to observe the proper social dis- that persons 65 years of age and older, as well as those tancing and other health recommendations. 13. Those who persist in their desire to receive Holy with certain medical conditions, avoid public gatherings Communion on the tongue may do so, but only as much as possible; and the practice of frequent hand- 6. Pastors, Parochial Administrators, Parish Life Col- after those who receive Holy Communion in the washing or use of hand sanitizers; and laborators, and the Presidents and Principals of hand, or in a Communion line designated solely Catholic schools are strictly obliged to follow the for Holy Communion on the tongue. Commu- Whereas the common good demands that the public public health requirements, directives or orders nion ministers must purify and then sanitize their health requirements and recommendations of the state of local government officials for gatherings of the fingers after distributing Holy Communion on are to be observed whenever possible; faithful, including for the celebrations of Mass, the tongue to each household. weddings and funerals, other liturgies, devotions, I therefore declare, as the Diocesan Bishop, the following: school and catechetical activities, social events, 14. High use areas within the church must be cleaned sports activities and meetings. after each service: 1. All the faithful of the Diocese of Jefferson City, and those who are present in the territory of the 7. The celebration of eddingsw outside of Mass a.) The pews used by the assembly shall be Diocese, are dispensed from the obligation to at- may take place outdoors on the grounds of and cleaned after each use. tend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obliga- in proximity to the parish church or chapels, action until 11 September 2020, provided that for cording to the judgement of the Pastor, Parochial b.) Restroom facilities and door handles, push days of precept after 1 July 2020 they do one of Administrator, or Parish Life Collaborator. plates, and knobs are to be sanitized after the following: each service. 8. The observance of social distancing, the use of face a.) Participate in the Sunday or Holy Day of masks, and all other public health recommenda- c.) It is advisable to have entrance and exit doors Obligation Mass livestreamed from their par- tions of state authorities should be followed propped open during high traffic volumes ish church or chapel, the Cathedral, or the whenever possible, according to the judgment of before and after Mass. Vatican. the Pastor, Parochial Administrator, Parish Life Collaborator, President or Principal. Consulta- 15. Hymnals and other books are to remain stored b.) Prayerfully read and meditate on the readings tion with the Bishop, Vicar General, Moderator for the duration of the pandemic. No materials of the Mass for the Sunday or Holy Day of of the Curia, local Dean, Liturgy Commission may be left in the pews or adoration chapels. The Obligation, and recite the Rosary. Chairman, or Superintendent is recommended. faithful are encouraged to bring their own mis- sals, hymnals and devotional books. c.) Prayerfully read and meditate on the read- 9. The use of face masks upon entering the church, ings of the Mass for the Sunday or Holy Day during the celebration of Mass except when in 16. Holy water fonts shall remain empty. of Obligation, and recite the Divine Mercy place in the pew, during the Communion proces- Chaplet. sion, and upon leaving the church is highly en- 17. Hand sanitizer should be made available through- couraged. out church and school facilities. 2. Parishes are highly encouraged to livestream Masses for Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation 10. The offertory procession, the sign of peace, and This decree is effective from June 16, 2020, and un- through Labor Day weekend. Holy Communion from the chalice shall contin- til September 11, 2020, anything to the contrary ue to be suspended. One or more stationary col- notwithstanding. 3. Those who are symptomatic for COVID-19 are lection baskets are to be used rather than baskets not permitted to enter church properties, in ac- passed or taken up by ushers. Where it has been Given at the Chancery cordance with national, state and local health di- the practice, the holding of hands during the Our of the Diocese of Jefferson City rectives. All are asked to check their temperature Father must not be done. on this 15th day of June, 2020 at home before going to church.

Prayer for a Communion of Desire Most Reverend W. Shawn McKnight, S.T.D. My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. Bishop of Jefferson City I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, renew my heart now with the power of Your Spirit. I embrace You and unite myself wholly to You. Unite me more closely to Your Body, the Church. And never permit me to be separated from You. Amen. Mrs. Constance Schepers, Chancellor The Catholic Missourian June 26, 2020 15 ANTI-RACIST From page 11 thoughts and actions, listening to the in your institutions who have racist sustained commitment, “and we figure “It was inspiring to see so many who experiences of those who have been af- thoughts or feelings,” she said. “Assum- it out one step at a time,” she stated. care about raising the awareness of rac- fected by racism, and by developing and ing you have good people in your institu- She said people who have not expe- ism and our Church and societal need supporting programs that help repair the tions, it’s about identifying the structures rienced racism must not be intimidated to address this evil,” he stated. damages caused by racial discrimination.” that unintentionally enable racism.” by their lack of understanding of the He said the recent peaceful protests Ms. Jansen Larson said this is a help- She referred to a detailed chart pro- experiences of people who have. as well as the violence of civil unrest ful but daunting order, because racism vided by Crossroads Ministry that out- “All you have to know is how to start surrounding the tragic circumstances of isn’t always easy to notice. lines a six-stage transformation from a conversation,” she said. “You just say, George Floyd’s death have shed light on “We’re not looking at really overt an exclusionary institution to an anti- ‘Do you think there’s a problem? I think this perennially relevant subject. things as much anymore,” she said. racist, multicultural organization. there might be a problem. Do you want “All people are challenged to height- “Not that they aren’t there, but that’s “We’re not trying to make everyone to talk about it?’” en our conviction and efforts to eradi- not really where racism is so powerful.” the same,” she stated. “When we talk Mr. Critchley-Menor pointed out cate racism from our communities and She said it’s easy to condemn some- about racism, what we are talking about that no parish has to embark on this nation and work together to uphold the thing as blatant as burning a cross in are power and structures: Where is the journey alone. equality and human dignity of every someone’s yard, “but there are struc- power? What are the structures that “There are tons of anti-racism orga- person,” Bishop Rivituso stated. tures in place that we don’t even notice give that power? Who’s in those roles?” nizations that help communities work “Jesus calls us not to be complacent anymore, much less question, that also She pointed out that as much work through trying to become anti-racist,” with racism in our midst but work for enable continued racism.” as her parish already put into becoming he said. true justice to assure all be treated ac- For white people, she likened it to anti-racist, “we have a very long way to “So find a mentor. Reach out to oth- cording to their God-given dignity,” he “recognizing the water you swim in.” go, and I’m still not sure how we’re go- er groups in your diocese who are doing said. That’s why St. Francis Xavier parish ing to get there.” this work, to try to learn about it,” he sought guidance from Crossroads Min- She said a group of 12 people con- stated. For information about beginning this istry, a national organization that works tinues to lead the process in her parish, process in your parish, contact Katie Jan- to help institutions identify racist struc- and it’s important for the pastor to be a Heightened conviction sen Larson at [email protected] or Joyce tures. part of that group. Bishop Rivituso said it was a blessing Jones at [email protected] or (314) “Because it’s not much about people The process is long and requires a to participate in the workshop. 792-7596. DECREE From page 1 of the local pastor, parochial that should never be taken •Prayerfully read and medi- “including for the celebrations disinfectant after each liturgy. administrator, or parish life lightly or casually excused.” tate on the readings of the of Mass, weddings and funer- Hymnals and other books collaborator. The bishop recommended Mass for that Sunday or holy als, other liturgies, devotions, are to remain in storage for the People who come to church that all people over age 2 wear day, and pray the Rosary; or school and catechetical activi- duration of the pandemic. for Mass and other activities facemasks upon entering the •Prayerfully read and medi- ties, social events, sports activi- Holy water fonts are to re- are highly encouraged to prac- church, during the celebra- tate on the readings of the ties and meetings.” main empty. tice social distancing, use face- tion of Mass except when in Mass for that Sunday or holy Furthermore, the Offertory Hand sanitizer should be masks, and otherwise observe place in the pew, during the day, and pray the Chaplet Procession, the Sign of Peace, made available throughout health measures that promote Communion proces- of Divine Mercy. and reception of Holy Com- church and school facilities. the common good. sion, and upon leav- Parishes are highly munion from the chalice re- These and other directives People who are age 65 and ing the church. encouraged to con- main suspended until further in the decree reflect recom- over or are otherwise at increased “This is an act of tinue livestream- notice. mendations of the Missouri risk for contracting COVID-19, Christian char- ing Masses at Accommodations have been Department of Health and Se- as well as people who live with or ity,” he stated. least through added for people who feel nior Services and the U.S. gov- take care of people at increased “While it might Labor Day strongly about receiving Holy ernment’s Centers for Disease risk, are encouraged not to at- not be comfortable, weekend (Sept. Communion on the tongue. Control and Prevention. tend Mass in situations where we can offer this dis- 5-6). A special allowance is given “The common good de- proper social distancing is not comfort up as a pen- For a parish list of for weddings to be celebrated mands that the public health taking place, or where masks are ance and as an act of livestreamed Masses, outdoors, but only in proxim- requirements and recommen- not being used. solidarity with people visit diojeffcity.org and ity to the parish church or cha- dations of the state are to be People who do not attend who suffer from chronic click on the “Livestream pel. observed whenever possible,” Mass on Sundays are encour- health issues. Mass Links” button. High-use areas in churches, Bishop McKnight stated. aged to consider attending on “It is especially important Daily Scripture readings including doors, pews used by The entire decree can be a weekday if it would be easier for children to see adults mak- can be found online at: usccb. the assembly, and restroom fa- found online at: diojeffcity. to observe the proper social ing sacrifices for the common org/bible/readings. cilities are to be cleaned with org/public-health. distancing and other health good,” he added. Visit usccb.org and type recommendations. “Rosary” or “Divine Mercy Bishop McKnight said the Sunday observance Chaplet” into the search box faithful should eagerly look Bishop McKnight stated to find a guide for praying each forward to the day when all that all who do not attend of those prayers. may safely return to active par- Mass on Sunday or a holy day Oak Tree Villas ticipation in the Mass. of obligation should do one of Salus populi “The Holy Sacrifice of the the following in its place: The bishop also directed A STONEBRIDGE COMMUNITY Mass remains the source and •Participate in a parishes and schools to strictly Jefferson City — (573) 893-3063 summit of our Christian life,” livestreamed Mass from their follow the public health re- www.stonebridgeseniorliving.com he stated. “Receiving Holy own parish church or chapel, quirements, directives or orders Communion and worshiping the Cathedral of St. Joseph, or of local government officials as a community are privileges the Vatican; for gatherings of the faithful, Let our family care for yours. 16 The Catholic Missourian June 26, 2020

early pastor, Fr. Bob Ar- 36. ____ de estar; living 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 nold. room in Baja California. 20. In degraded ____, orchids 38. WW II soldier. 13 14 15

will be the first to disap- 40. “Et ____, Brute?” — 16 17 18 ACROSS pear. “They are always go- Caesar’s last words, ac- the ing to be rare. Even jaded cording to Shakespeare. 19 20 21 22 botanists get excited about 42. The most common or- Diocese them,” —Peter Bernhardt, chid in Mo. is a family 23 24 25 26 27 biology prof., St. Louis (7 species) called Ladies’ 28 29 30 31 32 Univ. Tresses with small yel- 23. To learn by ____ (i.e., to low-whitish flowers on 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 memorize). a ____ up to 20 inches By Father Don Antweiler 25. Pope Paul ____ was the high. They grow in open 40 41 42 43 ACROSS Pope who carried the main fields, even along road- 1. Mo. is home to more than load of implementing the sides. 44 45 46 47 48 49

30 naturally ____ orchid second Vatican Council. 43. The only active diamond 50 51 flower species. 26. “Where there is ____ vi- mine in the U.S. is locat- 9. God’s name in this religion sion, people perish,” — ed in this State (abbr.). is Allah. George Washington Carv- 44. Prairie fringed orchids 5. Q thru U 20. Orchids are one of the 13. For a writer, words are the er. (2 species) in Mo. have a 6. Short for the 8 parishes largest and most intricately ____ of his trade. 27. Mo____, Missouri’s trans- long time getting started. in our diocese named for ____ plant families in the 14. Orchids in Mo. are in- portation dept. Although eventually grow- Mary’s freedom from origi- world. credibly diverse grow- 28. 4 of the first 5 U.S. resiP - ing 1-3 feet tall, they take nal sin. 21. The towns of Monroe, Jef- ing in specialized settings dents were from this State up to 3-4 years to send up 7. “____ contendere”; a plea ferson, and Montgomery and blooming in different (abbr.). a ____ and 5-7 years to by a defendant in a trial in our diocese all need this ____ and each at specific 29. “But (the seed sown on have enough resources to who accepts conviction word to complete their times of the year. rocky ground) has no ____ bloom. but does not admit guilt. names. 15. “____, the Lord will strip and lasts only for a time,” 46. Letters one might see in an 8. When the Communist re- 22. “____ ho ho and a bottle (Tyre) of her possessions...” (Matthew 13:21). airport. former Mikhail Gorbachev of rum,” —song lyrics de- (Zechariah 9:40). 31. Actor Pacino and gangster 48. “...____ the ramparts we became the head of the rived from Robert Louis 16. What one does at a roast. Capone. watched...” —from our USSR in 1985, his policies Stevenson’s Treasure Island. 17. Second biggest metro area 33. The 16th amendment national anthem. of ____ (openness, trans- 24. “A straight ____ looks bent in the U.S. (abbr.) to the U.S. constitution, 50. Saarinen, Arch architect. parency) and perestroika in the water. It matters not 18. A brand of health/energy passed by Congress in 51. $ (2 wds.). (limited market incentives) merely that we see a thing, drink claiming antioxi- 1909 and ratified by the were meant to kick-start but how we see it,” —Mi- dants, low calories and low States by 1913, established DOWN a dying philosophy and chel de Montaigne. sugar. Congress’s right to impose 1. Near ____, Mo., east of economy. But this small 30. Medical abbr. for left eye; 19. As the story goes, ____. a federal income tax, and Sedalia, the Jesse James dose of freedom led to the in Latin, oculus sinister. Robert Bellarmine parish so made this federal agency gang in July of 1876 pulled fall of the Soviet system. 31. Are you in? It’s __ __ noth- just outside Ft. Leonard possible (abbr.). off a daring robbery of the 9. Part of the eye. ing (2 wds.). Wood was named after its 35. He was as ____ as a fox. #4 Mo. Pacific train at 10. Adam Wainwright of the 32. Truman and Mark Twain. Rocky Cut (thereafter Rob- St. Louis Cardinals won 34. The agiM followed one. ber’s Cut) garnering more the 2017 NL Silver Slugger 37. Battery size. CASTROP PLASTERING CO. INC. than $20,000 ($400,000 (____) award for pitchers. 38. Civil War Gen. Tecumseh today). Brownfield Road- 11. Car rental agency. Sherman made his infa- side Park overlooks the 12. The second most com- mous March to the Sea PLASTERING - DRYWALL spot where now stands a mon orchid in Mo. is the through this Confederate ACOUSTICAL TILE stone marker erected by spring-blooming yellow State (abbr.). STUCCO & THIN WALL this little town. Ironically, Lady’s Slipper; very showy 39. ThisMo. County in Mo.’s PLASTERING the raid financed the James with 6-in. blooms and Lead Belt region is named gang’s disastrous raid to found in ____ woodlands after the abundant ____ ore Northfield, Minn. which throughout the State. within its borders. It is also 4915 Hwy. 50 West, Jefferson City (573) 893-4111 destroyed the gang. 18. It is a difficult and usually the home of Mo.’s tallest 2. Sound from a dovecote. unsuccessful task to trans- point, Taum Sauk Moun- 3. “From your western plant orchids (e.g., from tain, the popular Elephant boundary you shall have fields to flower ____), Rocks State Park, a Civil the Great Sea with its because of the delicate re- War battle site, the Battle ____...” (Numbers 34:6). lationship of each species of Fort Davidson, and over 4. Belfast is located in this to its specialized environ- 96,000 acres of the Mark Irish province. ment. Twain National Forest. 41. Alien craft? 42. “My Gal ____”; this 1905 We offer a YOU CALL US song was the first song ever Knights of Columbus WE’LL WIRE YOU performed in a motion pic- Fourth Degree ture film, “The Jazz Singer” Discount in 1927. 45. Wide shoe size. STOKES 47. ____ what do I owe this 236 East High Street, We also ELECTRIC COMPANY Downtown Jefferson City SELL pleasure? tuxedos! 226 MADISON 49. State known as Little Rho- 573-634-7267 JEFFERSON CITY dy (abbr.).

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“All of this is having a signif- and mercy. “Without these loans, it’s of Christ. hit quite hard,” he said. “While icant impact at the local level,” “Parishes that are farther likely that most parish and “Each of us individually we have our own challenges, Deacon Braddock noted. “The along in embracing this vision school employees would have can do these things on our we are faring better than many needs do not go away. The are expanding their outreach to been furloughed,” Deacon own, but there are economies other dioceses because of be- work of the Church continues, people in need, giving witness to Braddock stated, “and many of scale with doing things or- ing able to get the PPP funds even during a pandemic.” why this is so essential in living schools would not be able to ganizationally, so that we can early.” out our Catholic faith,” he said. reopen for the next school year.” minister to a greater number He emphasized that those Zeal and Innovation Bishop McKnight pointed He noted that U.S. Sen. of people,” Deacon Braddock funds have been extremely On the whole, parishes that out that the loss of event rev- Josh Hawley of Mis- helpful but are not provide options for online giv- enue is another reminder of souri worked closely “What we are is the largest a permanent fix. ing and automatic withdrawal why tithing is “a more reliable, with the Small Busi- provider of charitable services. Once they are ex- have been weathering the CO- stable and spiritually mature ness Administration We are the largest private hausted, parishes VID crisis better than parishes way of financing the work of to clarify that the will have to draw that don’t. the parish.” loans do not create educators of students. on any reserves they However, a recent survey any issues related We are the largest private funder have available. indicated that only 30 of the Help staying afloat to the separation of the sciences.” Full recovery 108 parishes in the diocese of- In mid-March, the diocesan of church and state — Deacon Joseph Braddock from the pandemic fer some sort of online giving Finance Office helped eligible and that religious is expected to take option. parishes apply for federal loans liberty would be protected. noted. a while. Putting such options in through the Small Business He pointed out that con- “Parish and school budgets place and encouraging people Administration’s Paycheck Pro- Treasure in heaven trary to a common claim, will be tight for the foreseeable to use them could go a long tection Program (PPP). Deacon Braddock pointed the Church is not financially future,” said Deacon Brad- way toward ensuring fiscal vi- “These funds have had a tre- out that one of the Church’s wealthy. dock. “Hopefully, once an ef- ability. mendous impact on our ability main hallmarks is unity. “I see the finances, I know fective vaccine is created and “If the faithful utilize the to continue our works of char- “We are not alone,” he stat- that we aren’t,” he said. “What widely available, we will be online giving options or simply ity and mercy,” said Deacon ed. “We have each other and we are is the largest provider able to return to a more nor- mail their offertory tithe to the Braddock. Christ, and we will get through of charitable services. We are mal life.” parish, the parishes and schools That money from the PPP this.” the largest private educators In the meantime, pastors throughout the diocese will has also benefited local com- He called to mind that Je- of students. We are the largest are encouraging parishioners to have a better chance of being munities because employees sus told His first followers to private funder of the sciences.” stay current on their tithing and strong when the pandemic is have been able to continue go forth and spread the Good People think the Church remain focused on the Church’s over,” said Deacon Braddock. paying for goods and services. News to the ends of the earth. has vast earthly riches because multifaceted mission of wor- Other factors, such as de- “Without the PPP funds, “Most of us today aren’t in a it possesses priceless works of ship, evangelization, education mographics and local econo- many workers would have position to do that, so we send art, “but you don’t hear people and charitable outreach. mies, have affected parish fi- been furloughed,” he said, others in our place,” said Dea- say the Smithsonian Institute “We do need to continue nances. adding that church employees con Braddock. “It’s the same is rich or that the Metropoli- or even increase our sacrificial The major employers in in Missouri do not qualify for with our care for the poor and tan Museum of Art is rich,” he giving, going forward,” Fa- some communities shut down state unemployment benefits. outcast and sick. The tithe we noted. ther Daniel Merz, pastor of St. for a time due to the pandemic, The Finance Office is now give to the Church is used to George parish in Linn and Our and industries such as farming working with parishes to ap- provide works of charity and No quick fix Lady Help of Christians parish and tourism have taken a hit. ply for forgiveness of the PPP mercy as Christ asks of us.” Deacon Braddock has been in Frankenstein, recently wrote Some parishes are still re- loans under the terms of the Parishes, Catholic schools in contact with fellow diocesan to his parishioners. “This en- covering from serious flooding federal Coronavirus Aid, Re- and the diocese have employ- CFOs from around the country. ables us to continue the minis- last year. lief and Economic Security ees to help carry on the mission “Many dioceses are being tries of our parishes and school.” Even so, “many parishes (CARES) Act. have really stepped up their “We expect that all of the works of charity and mercy by loans will be forgiven since ZEILMANN providing for the needs of not they are being used 100-per- From page 6 just their parishioners but of cent for personnel costs,” said people in the local communi- Deacon Braddock. She looked into various communities of lay with my spiritual advisor there,” she said. “Fr. ties,” Deacon Braddock noted. He noted that Congress in- associates of religious orders before discovering Merz is my spiritual advisor here.” He said the Church’s re- tentionally created the PPP the Benedictine Oblates. She made her first promises to God as a sponse to the pandemic con- to include religious and other Oblates are Christian individuals who associ- Benedictine Oblate during a Mass in St. George tinues to highlight the impor- not-for-profit organizations,ate themselves with a Benedictine community in Church. Family members, friends, and students tance of the three pillars of with the understanding that the order to enrich their Christian way of life. By in- from St. George School attended. the diocese’s pastoral planning services of churches and other tegrating their prayer and work, they seek God by “I can’t tell you how pleased I am with what’s process: nonprofits are a necessary com- striving to become holy in their chosen way of life. transpired since then!” she said. “I’ve learned •a spirituality of Christian ponent of the social safety net, “It’s first and foremost a means of growing so much about obedience, about humility. The stewardship; especially during times like this. in your love for God and in your devotion to depth of my feeling of love for our Lord is so •co-responsibility among la- One of the conditions for Him,” said Mrs. Zeilmann. much different from what it was.” ity and clergy; and loan forgiveness is that the She spoke to the Benedictine priest in charge She will continue her studies and formation •a universal recognition of employer maintain its current of the Oblate community at Conception Abbey and hopes to make a final profession before the parishes as centers of charity staffing level. in northwestern Missouri. end of this year. “And the rest is history,” she said. After that, she will persist in cultivating a life As a novice, she began studying the rule of St. of prayer, service and intense gratitude. Benedict and learning how to live according to “It certainly makes you appreciate all that Diocese of it, including praying the Liturgy of the Hours at God does for you,” she stated. various times of the day. www.conceptionabbey.org/monastery/ Jefferson City “I periodically go up to Conception and visit about-oblates/ 18 The Catholic Missourian June 26, 2020 Things To Do BABY From page 13 Fundraisers & Youth & Health & father. Mission accomplished “Most of these women that Social Events Young Adults Wellness By the time Dalton got we’re serving are just blown Jun. 26 Jul. 18 Jul. 6 back to the center, April was away by life coaching because Eugene, Wardsville/Osage Laurie, Camp Siena one-day Rich Fountain, Blood drive, 2-6 already meeting with Marti. when you’re being coached, Bend K of C golf tournament, retreat for high school girls pm, Sacred Heart School caf- “I knocked on the door you’re in charge,” Dalton 1 pm shotgun start, Redfield (grades 9-12), 9 am-4 pm, Na- eteria and walked in with the pro- said. Golf Course tional Shrine of Mary, Mother gesterone and handed it to “You’re in charge of the of the Church, for info visit Jul. 7 her,” he said. “She had tears conversation,” he stated. Jul. 11 campsiena.com Loose Creek, Blood drive, 3-7 streaming down her face.” “People are listening to you. Jefferson City, Pregnancy pm, Loose Creek Community “Should I take it now?” A lot of these people have Help Center of Central Mis- Jul. 26-Jul. 31 Center souri’s “Bubbles & Bounces” April asked. never had people actually lis- St. Robert, Camp Maccabee “Absolutely,” Dalton re- 5K Walk/Run, 8:30 am, Memo- for high school boys (grades Jul. 16 ten to them before and care rial Park, for info or to register 9-12), St. Robert Bellarmine St. Robert, Blood drive, 2-6 pm, plied. about what they’re saying. visit friendsofphc.org parish, for info visit campmac St. Robert Bellarmine parish With that, April began the “You know, that’s not the cabee.com hall process of saving her unborn world they live in, so it’s spe- Jul. 12 baby. cial to them.” St. Martins, St. Martin parish “Fish Additionally, the following For April, whose choice Fry in July” drive-thru fun, faith week, PRC of Rolla received a was almost taken from her, & fellowship event, noon-5 pm $250 donation from the phar- that coaching has been life- macy — totally unexpected. saving. Now, two months later, “She’s really grateful and April and her child — a boy she’s just happy,” said Marti. Catholic Charities of Central and due later this fall — continue “She’s pretty excited, I think.” to thrive. Northern Mo. awarded $91,506 grant Over the last two months, Katie Franklin is a staff Catholic Charities of Cen- storms of 2019.” who are committed to continu- Marti and Dalton have con- writer for Pregnancy Help tral and Northern Missouri This generous contribution ing to serve survivors long after tinued fostering a relation- News (pregnancyhelpnews. (CCCNMO), has received from CDP will enable Catho- the initial storm has passed. ship with April as she navi- com), where this originally ap- a grant in the amount of lic Charities disaster case man- Catholic Charities has es- gates new motherhood. peared, and content writer at $91,506 from Center for Di- agers to remain committed in tablished a Disaster Relief fund Heartbeat International. She saster Philanthropy (CDP) their roles of guiding clients to help tornado and flooding “You’re in charge” previously served as director of Midwest Early Recovery Fund. through the recovery process, survivors, in addition to resi- Dalton believes that life communications for Ohio Right The grant will fund long- receiving the benefits and ser- dents in need when tragedy coaches like Marti are effec- to Life. She lives in Columbus, term disaster case management vices needed to help them impacts a local community. tive in working with clients Ohio, with her husband Miles services for survivors of the achieve self-sufficiency. Checks may be made pay- because they empower them and daughter Elizabeth. May 2019 tornado that dev- CCCNMO staff members able to CCCNMO, and to find their own voices and The article is reprinted here asted areas in the communities supports short-term and long- mailed to P.O. Box 104626, own their choices. In April’s with permission. of Jefferson City and Eldon, as term recovery efforts for indi- Jefferson City, MO 65110, or case, it was a matter of re- To help support the PRC well as households impacted by viduals and families dealing contribute online at cccnmo. claiming her choice from the of Rolla, visit supportmyprc. May and June flooding in ad- with the aftermath of natural diojeffcity.org/give. coercion of her child’s own com. ditional counties. disasters like tornados, floods, ““Our fund has worked with and other catastrophes. CCCNMO before and they “Recovery is a long process,” GREENE were excellent grantees,” said said Dan Lester, executive di- Nancy Beers, program director rector of Catholic Charities. From page 9 of the Midwest Early Recovery “We are grateful to have a part- amines why the assumptions of Amy Cooper, when writing my column on race relations. It Fund. “We look forward to con- ner like CDP that recognizes the white woman who in May called police on was clear that these readers were tired of being tinuing this important work in the long-term nature of recov- Christian Cooper, an African American man in the bad guy. They wanted the Achilles’ heel of Missouri to support those still ery, and supports community Central Park, hold the key to how race works in blacks to be acknowledged forthrightly. struggling to recover from the agencies like Catholic Charities, America. After listening to Anderson, who, like Fr. “To create a different world, we must learn Massingale, is black, I clicked on another video how this one came to be. And unlearn what we featuring a white sociologist, Robin DiAngelo, a previously took for granted,” writes Fr. Massin- professor at the University of Washington. That Prayer for gale, also the author of “Racial Justice and the video was about her book, White Fragility: Why It Catholic Church,” another revealing read. He Is So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism. Christian unity continued, “This means that we have to read. A major hurdle, DiAngelo explains, is the And learn from the perspectives of people of emotionally charged defensiveness felt by many Eternal Father, color.” who contend only bad people are racists and they we praise you for sending your Son When a friend urged me to go online and themselves aren’t bad. Better still, she shares how to be one of us and to save us. listen to historian Carol Anderson’s talk on reparation can be achieved when people across Look upon your people with mercy, for we are “White Rage: The Unspoken Truth of Our Na- racial lines are willing to participate in it. tion’s Divide,” I did so. The professor and chair It is that reparation that I want to be a part of divided in so many ways, and give us the Spirit of of African American studies at Emory University by listening to frustrations without condemning Jesus to make us one in love. documents how subtle and corrosive what she and seeking common ground. We ask this gift, loving Father, through Jesus labels “white rage” is when it operates through The lives of little ones will be shaped by what Christ our Lord. the judiciary. we show them and tell them. Amen. I am interested in this topic considering some Greene was an associate editor in CNS’ special of the angry responses I received over the years projects department for nearly 22 years. The Catholic Missourian June 26, 2020 PEOPLE 19

Anniversaries Russellville, St. Michael Baptisms Deaths Lance & Lynn Stegeman, 42 years Argyle, St. Aloysius Kent & Debbie Malzner, 29 years Brookfield, Immaculate Conception — Argyle, St. Aloysius — John J. Schaffer Charles & Gertude Schwartze, 60 years Josh & Brandy Jurgle, 21 years Luke and Jude Foster, sons of Jarrod John & Vicky Hagenhoff, 40 years Paul & Elaine Buschjost, 17 years & Kim Foster; Blake O’Kane, son of Bonnots Mill, St. Louis of France — James & Beverly Loehner, 37 years Matt & Katie Strobel, 17 years Bryant O’Kane & Kaci Linebaugh; Bruce A. Sieg Chris & Joan Brundick, 36 years Dan & Nichole Voegeli, 15 years Emilia Fiala, daughter of Tommy & Larry & Carol Jones, 27 years Heather Fiala Boonville, Ss. Peter and Paul — Gerald Steve & Stephanie Laux, 22 years St. Clement, St. Clement “Joe” Zey Kurt & Tonya Schaben, 16 years Ralph & Markie Niemeyer, 56 years Columbia, Our Lady of Lourdes — Andrew & Kelly Schwartze, 14 years Edebo-ojo Abutu, Finn Rielley, Brinktown, Holy Guardian Angels — St. Martins, St. Martin Matthew Sarkar, Simon Anderson Bernard Wenzel Brinktown, Holy Guardian Angels Leon & Brenda Gosche, 51 years Michael & Robin Kleffner, 34 years Larry & Shirley Schwarzer, 50 years Frankenstein, Our Lady Help of Brookfield, Immaculate Conception — Derrick & Lindsay Otto, 10 years Christians — Jakoby Daniel Lee, son David Marsh St. Thomas, St. Thomas the Apostle of Ryan & Heather Lee; Parker Dean Chamois, Most Pure Heart of Mary Tom & Carol Backes, 27 years McCubbin, son of Terry & Melissa Eldon, Sacred Heart — Sylvia L. Kimball Larry & Vivian Boss, 60 years McCubbin Taos, St. Francis Xavier Frankenstein, Our Lady Help of Freeburg, Holy Family Harry & Cathy Bernskoetter, 54 years Hermann, St. George — Elsie Mae Christians — Agnes C. Kever Ray & Viola Dudenhoeffer, 65 years David & Sharon Vieth, 46 years Heying, daughter of Wesley & Fred & Phyllis Wieberg, 59 years Ashten Heying; Adaline Grace Freeburg, Holy Family — Maggie Jack & Jean Berhorst, 58 years Vienna, Visitation Schowe, daughter of Craig & Ashley Dudenhoeffer, Raymond C. Jim & Wanda Dyke, 56 years Roger & Kathleen Steuber, 49 years Schowe Dudenhoeffer, Elaine S. Wibberg Norbert & Anne Falter, 55 years Alan & Teresa Fick, 38 years Dan & Betty Berhorst, 49 years Gary & Nancy Stratman, 33 years Jefferson City, Cathedral of St. Hannibal, Holy Family — Sandra S. David & Mickie Herzing, 47 years Don & Joyce Kilmer, 17 years Joseph — Tate Karson Minnix, son of Distler, Billy Ebers Dan & Sherri Stratman, 46 years Ron & Liz Rowden, 13 years Christopher & Kathryn Minnix Paul & Donna Luetkemeyer, 44 years Hermann, St. George — Tom Dildine Phil & Cathy Sestak, 36 years Wardsville, St. Stanislaus Jefferson City, Immaculate Kevin & Rhonda Allen, 35 years Bill & Marilyn Wilbers, 55 years Conception — Rowan Wittkop, son Holts Summit, St. Andrew — Daniel J. Romeo & Lisa Bexten, 26 years of Richard & Michele Wittkop Hendricks Jamie & Becky Wiles, 25 years Wien, St. Mary of the Angels Butch & Kathy Hilkemeyer, 24 years Brian & Jamie Sturm, 23 years Jefferson City, St. Peter — Oliver Jefferson City, Immaculate Les & Heather Hutchison, 20 years Michael James Distler, son of Jacob Conception — Bernard P. Boillot, Ryan & Lisa Stuecken, 20 years & Maykayla Distler; Weston Beck, Marceline A. Branum, Roman H. Bryan & Kristi Beck-Brune, 19 years Even, Rodney A. Hughes, Anna M. Ben & Erin Berhorst, 17 years Marceline, St. Bonaventure — Payton Knaebel Brian & Alicia Gillispie, 17 years Marriages and Rosslyn Gladbach, children of Matthew & Amanda Reichel, 12 years Clinton & Brandy Gladbach; Daxton Kirksville, Mary Immaculate — Roaryn Jefferson City, Immaculate Lodder, son of Ryan & Brooke M.R. Schulte Hermann, St. George Conception — Katelyn Cook & Tevin Lodder; Chase and Adelynn Quinn, Melvin “Sonny” & Virginia Kiel, 50 years Townson children of Christopher & Julia Quinn Lake Ozark, Our Lady of the Lake — Harold & Geralyn Gloe, 40 years Rosmarie Forest Kirksville, Mary Immaculate — Elizabeth Mary’s Home, Our Lady of the Snows Jefferson City, Cathedral of St. Joseph Silvey & Tommy Bowman, Chiara — Bauer Michael Isenberg, son of Linn, St. George — Robert W. Niekamp Alan & Betty Mudd, 51 years Degenhardt & Andrew Schaper Clayton & Laura Isenberg Tony & Charlotte Wening, 50 years Marshall, St. Peter — Fortunato L. Abon Lake Ozark, Our Lady of the Lake — Morrison, Assumption — Jane Ann Rost, Jefferson City, Aubree Knutson & Matt Grendell daughter of Jason & Ashley Rost; Meta, St. Cecilia — Harold J. Porting, Immaculate Conception Halle Ann Rost, daughter of Michael Daniel G. Scheulen Dennis & Ann Bax, 50 years Mary’s Home, Our Lady of the Snows & Casey Rost Carl & Carolyn Landwehr, 50 years — Alison Buechter & Dalen Bell Moberly, St. Pius X — Phillip G. Hunt Russellville, St. Michael — Henry Lake Ozark, Our Lady of the Lake Thomas Butner, son of Timothy & Kristi Novinger, St. Rose of Lima — Perry J. Jerry & Marlen Frank, 60 years Butner Broseghini Mike & Pam Scherer, 51 years Birthdays St. Elizabeth, St. Lawrence — Charli St. Anthony, St. Anthony of Padua — Palmyra, St. Joseph Denise Wankum, daughter of Darren Alma C. Blomberg Tony & Mary Beth Lenzini, 52 years Freeburg, Holy Family — Tony Bauer, & Sarah Wankum Clinton & Linda Reeves, 50 years his 97th on June 19 Steelville, St. Michael — Mary “Pat” Greg & Kathryn Cox, 45 years Goodman Gilbert Jr. & Rosemarie Hudson, 44 years Jefferson City, Cathedral of St. Joseph Herb & Alice Schwartz, 44 years — Jerome Schwartze, his 91st on July 1 Taos, St. Francis Xavier — David L. Rich & Kim Donelson, 40 years Rackers Raymond & Cammie Foster, 39 years Jefferson City, St. Peter — Mark Steve & Kim Bunten, 35 years Copeland, his 91st on July 6 Tipton, St. Andrew — Mary Lou Hainen, Larry & Helen Huber, 34 years Names for the David P. Orscheln Kerry & Monica Bross, 29 years Wardsville, St. Stanislaus — Cecilia Doug & Amy Hoerr, 27 years Kempker, her 101st on June 14 Darin & Joelle Goodwin, 22 years People Page Bernard & Shelly Hirner, 21 years Information for the People Page Crossword

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Steve & Julie Siegler, 34 years Jefferson City, MO 65109-0914. 5 4 3 2 1 Ken & Christy Fick, 29 years members 20 YOUTH The Catholic Missourian June 26, 2020 HELIAS CATHOLIC From page 7 to love the familial ca- everyone else and make this and pastoral care.” them. “Strive to build up hu- maraderie that helped world a better place.” She credited his leadership mankind for good. Strive to define their years at He- “God is there for us,” said and commitment to building love your neighbor as yourself. lias Catholic. Ms. Brenneke. “I want to up the school’s Catholic iden- “Strive to love God and “I’m going to miss spend the rest of eternity with tity with bringing new life and serve Him, seeing His face in the community and all Him — and growing to know growth. every other person you meet, the teachers and friends and love Him in this life will Fr. Jones will serve as the no matter who they are.” that I’ve met and grown help me in the next.” school’s chaplain while carry- in relationship with for ing out his new role as dioc- Carrying on the past four years,” Part of the main esan director of stewardship. Father Tolton Regional said Katelyn Brenneke, Ms. Fuemmeler, who He reminded the graduat- Catholic High School in Co- a member of St. Marga- will succeed Fr. Jones as the ing seniors that they are an lumbia was to hold its gradua- ret of Antioch parish in school’s president July 1 while important part of something tion on June 26. Sacred Heart Osage Bend. continuing to serve as princi- much larger than themselves. High School in Sedalia will “The family aspect of pal, thanked him for his seven “Strive to be the best hu- hold its baccalaureate and it!” said Madelyn Lueb- years of “service, leadership man you can be,” he urged graduation on July 25 and 26. bering, also a member of St. Margaret parish. “You can be friends TOTUS TUUS with any and everybody From page 2 here, and the administration, “I’ve learned that you need teachers, staff all care about to take God with you wherev- “The safety of the children did,” she said. Dates still open you and would give anything er you go,” said Miss Luebber- is our utmost priority,” Ms. It has provided numerous The missionaries still have to help you out.” ing. “He will get you through Clark noted. “We have had to unexpected opportunities for some open dates this summer. Ms. Luebbering and Ms. any circumstance, good and adjust how we deliver our con- her to step into leadership posi- Mr. DeLaporte said parish- Brenneke plan to be room- bad.” tent. The program is altered tions that I was not expecting. ioners who “would like to bring mates at the University of Mr. Bruce recalled the day to fit to regulations specific to “It has also presented a lot a team of faith-filled, dynamic Central Missouri in Warrens- he walked into religion class each parish.” of moments to grow in virtue,” missionaries” to their parish burg this fall. and found out that a classmate They also spent a few days she said. “When you pray for should contact their pastor, Graduating seniors said had died the previous day. on the grounds of Holy Guard- patience, God truly gives you check their parish calendars they believe God helped them “You could hear a pin drop ian Angels Church in Brink- opportunities to practice pa- and contact him at jdelaporte@ become better people through throughout the whole school,” town and the Shrine of Our tience.” diojeffcity.org to learn how. their time at Helias. he said. Lady of Sorrows in Starken- She said the parishes the “We have open and eager “Because I’ve got God as He and his classmates burg, developing a virtual ex- missionaries have visited so far hearts, ready to serve based No. 1 in my life, and with stormed heaven with prayers, perience for the children who have been very welcoming and on exactly what your parish Him, I can accomplish any- solidifying in the process their have had to let go of their To- hospitable. needs,” said Ms. Clark. “If you thing I want to,” said Samuel camaraderie and friendship. tus Tuus experience. “We’ve observed a rejuve- have even an inkling of a desire Bruce, member of Immaculate “There’s no way to describe “That helped us stretch and nated level of excitement from to host the program, do it!” Conception parish in Jeffer- it,” he said. “It’s unbelievable. grow as teammates in new parishes that are eager to min- She asked for prayers for the son City. I can’t put into words how ways,” she said. “We learned ister to the youth,” she said. three Totus Tuus teams in the “I’ve made so many meaningful that is.” a lot. It’s a constant exercise in “We have definitely been able diocese, specifically for open- friends,” said Ms. Luebbering. saying ‘yes’ to a new beautiful to see Christ in all of the chil- ness, perseverance and courage. “I feel like I’ve gotten much Now and forever challenge.” dren we’ve encountered. The “We are here to plant the deeper into the Catholic faith Miss Luebbering asked for The group is also carving Holy Trinity is present in au- seeds,” she said. “Please pray through Him.” prayers for mental and emo- out a social-media presence thentic relationships that we’ve that the seeds we plant bear Ms. Brenneke said she’s tional wellbeing for the entire at diojeffcitytotustuus on Insta- been able to form in such a fruit in the lives of all we en- grown in love and knowledge class. gram. short time.” counter.” of God and developed char- “Keeping yourself healthy “The whole experience has diojeffcity.org/totus-tuus acter traits that will help her and knowing when to ask for made the program more ac- throughout adulthood. help is big, especially in light cessible and well-known,” said She’s also learned “never of this past year,” she said. Ms. Clark. “We have learned Resource for connecting take a moment for granted, Ms. Brenneke requested to remain open and adapt- because tomorrow is not guar- prayers for the graduates to able. Because this is a difficult college-bound seniors anteed.” keep God at the center of their journey, the fruit is so much lives and know that He will sweeter.” with a Newman Center “Happy to help” help them find their way. This is Ms. Clark’s first year Members of the class said Those who were inter- serving on the Totus Tuus Newman Connection is an online resource to help high school they’ve been aware of God’s viewed said they intend to re- team. seniors connect to the Newman Center serving their college cam- day-to-day presence at the main Catholic. “I kind of brushed it off be- pus. school. “To me, that means trust- cause I didn’t know how I felt Newman Centers rely heavily on their affiliation with New- “He’s absolutely been ing in God in everything that about giving of my summer,” man Connection for support in evangelizing to the incoming here with all of us, through you do and knowing He has a she said. class of students. the good times and the bad plan for you,” said Mr. Hasel- She met with John DeLa- For digital materials for parishes and schools to use to help times,” said Mr. Bruce. horst. porte, the diocese’s director of connect your seniors to a Newman Center next year, go online to: “He is watching all of us, “I want to be fully involved youth ministry and religious https://landing.newmanconnection.com/hso-materials and He is happy to help us get with the Church,” said Mr. education, and he encouraged Or, share this sign-up page with your high school seniors and through this time,” said Jason Bruce. “I know that with her to apply. they can sign themselves up to connect with a Newman Center Haselhorst, a member of St. God, I can do anything, and “I took that leap into the at their college or university: Francis Xavier parish in Taos. I want to spread His love to unknown and I’m so glad I signupnc.newmanministry.com The Catholic Missourian June 26, 2020 YOUTH 21 Jesus calms a raging storm at sea By Jennifer Ficcaglia As they were crossing, a er side of the sea, in the terri- Catholic News Service violent storm suddenly came tory of the Gadarenes, a herd One day, Jesus went up the upon the sea. of swine could be seen in the mountain to preach to the The boat was soon being distance. Two demoniacs came people. tossed around and swamped by from the nearby tombs and When He came down, waves. But Jesus slept through met Jesus on the shore. crowds of people followed the commotion. “If You drive us out, send us Him. The apostles, however, were into the herd of swine,” the de- One man, a leper, ap- wide awake with fear. They mons begged Jesus. proached Jesus. shook Jesus awake. “Go then!” Jesus command- “Lord, if You wish, You can “Lord, save us! We are per- ed. make me clean,” he said. ishing!” they cried. The demons came out of Jesus stretched out His “Why are you terrified, O the two people and entered hand, touched him and said, you of little faith?” Jesus said. the swine, and the whole herd “I will do it. Be made clean.” Then Jesus stood up. He re- rushed down the steep bank The leprosy was cleansed im- buked the winds and the sea, into the sea. mediately. and there was great calm. Jesus continued to heal peo- The apostles were amazed. Read more about it... ple. In Capernaum, He was ap- heal the servant. believed, let it be done for “What sort of Man is this, Matthew 8 proached by a centurion. “Lord, I am not worthy to you,” said Jesus, and the ser- Whom even the winds and the 1. What sea did Jesus and “Lord, my servant is lying have You enter under my roof; vant was healed. sea obey?” they asked one an- the apostles cross? at home paralyzed, suffering only say the word and my ser- On another day, Jesus saw other. 2. What were the apostles in dreadfully,” the centurion said. vant will be healed,” the centu- the crowd around Him. He When they reached the oth- the boat afraid of? Jesus said that He would rion replied. and the apostles got in a boat come to the man’s house and “You may go; as you have to cross the Sea of Galilee. Bible Accent Saint According to information warm summers. However, on the sea and walked on its in the New World Encyclope- since it lies so low in the rift waters, and His Sermon on the Spotlight dia, the Sea of Galilee is Israel’s valley, the sea is prone to sud- Mount was given overlooking St. Clelia Barbieri was born largest freshwater lake. den and violent storms. Ac- the sea. near Bologna, Italy, in 1847. It is about 13 miles long, cording to the encyclopedia, As a child, she spent her days 8 miles wide and 209 meters the main feature of the lake weaving or sewing and pray- below sea level, and the Jordan seems to be its ever-changing ing in church. She joined River is its main water source. character. a catechetical group in her The lake is located in an The sea’s warm water sup- Trivia village, and she and several area called the Jordan Great ports many types of plant and Whose prophesy young women from the group Rift Valley. The area is prone to animal life. Over the centuries, later founded the Sisters Min- earthquakes, and geological ev- the fishing industry has thrived about the Messiah ims of Our Lady of Sorrows. idence suggests there was once there. was fulfilled by the The congregation was devoted volcanic activity in the area as The lake may be best known healings of Jesus? to good works and contemplation. Clelia died of tubercu- well. for its connection to Jesus, as (Hint: Matthew losis in 1870, just two years after founding the order. She is The hills and plateaus sur- much of His earthly ministry 8:16-17) considered the youngest founder of a religious community in

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They reveal viduals who can be dismissed cially-sanctioned devotions to ORDINARY TIME ORDINARY TIME a failure to acknowledge the as ignorant or unenlightened. the apparitions of the Blessed 2 Kgs. 4:8-11, 14-16a Zec. 9:9-10 human dignity of the persons But racism still profound- Virgin down through the cen- Ps. 89:2-3, 16-9 Ps. 145:1-2, 8-11, 13-14 offended, to recognize them as ly affects our culture, and it turies — Lourdes, Fatima, Rom. 6:3-4, 8-11 Rom. 8:9, 11-13 the neighbors Christ calls us to has no place in the Christian Knock and Guadalupe — of- Mt. 10:37-42 Mt. 11:25-30 love (Matthew 22:39). heart. ten in places where there is a Racism occurs when a per- This evil causes great harm desperate need, in desperate Monday, June 29 Monday, July 6 son ignores the fundamental to its victims, and it corrupts times. SS. PETER AND PAUL, St. Maria Goretti, virgin and martyr truth that, because all humans the souls of those who harbor Let us therefore invoke APOSTLES Acts 12:1-11 Hos. 2:16, 17b-18, 21-22 share a common origin, we racist or prejudicial thoughts. the protection and aid of the Ps. 34:2-9 Ps. 145:2-9 are all brothers and sisters, all People are still being harmed, Mother of our Lord for our 2 Tm. 4:6-8, 17-18 Mt. 9:18-26 equally made in the image of so action is still needed. diocese, in this time of racial Mt. 16:13-19 God. distress, beseeching her ma- Tuesday, July 7 When this truth is ignored Conversion of heart ternal assistance by renewing Tuesday, June 30 Hos. 8:4-7, 11-13 or denied, the consequence is What is needed, and what our consecration to the Sacred The First Martyrs of the Holy Ps. 115:3-10 prejudice and fear of the other, the bishops are calling for, is Hearts: Roman Church Mt. 9:32-38 and — all too often — hatred. a genuine conversion of heart, Am. 3:1-8; 4:11-12 Every racist act — every a conversion that will compel Most kind Jesus, humbly be- Ps. 5:4b-8 Wednesday, July 8 such comment, every joke, ev- change, and the reform of our fore thee, we renew our conse- Mt. 8:23-27 Hos. 10:1-3, 7-8, 12 ery disparaging look as a reac- institutions and society. cration to thy Divine Heart. Ps. 105:2-7 Wednesday, July 1 Mt. 10:1-7 tion to the color of skin, eth- Conversion is a long road Be thou our king forever! In St. Junípero Serra, priest (USA) nicity or place of origin — is a to travel for the individual. Thee we have full and entire Am. 5:14-15, 21-24 Thursday, July 9 failure to acknowledge another Moving our nation to a full confidence. Ps. 50:7-13, 16bc-17 St. Augustine Zhao Rong, priest, person as a brother or sister, realization of the promise of May Thy Spirit penetrate our Mt. 8:28-34 and companions, martyrs created in the image of God. liberty, equality and justice for thoughts, our desires, our words Hos. 11:1-4, 8e-9 all is even more challenging. and our deeds. Thursday, July 2 Ps. 80:2ac, 3b, 15-16 Profound and incidious However, in Christ, we Bless our undertakings; share Am. 7:10-17 Mt. 10:7-15 Racism comes in many can find the strength and the in our joys, in our trials and in Ps. 19:8-11 forms. It can be seen in de- grace necessary to make that our daily labors. Mt. 9:1-8 Friday, July 10 liberate, sinful acts. In recent journey. Grant us to know Thee bet- Hos. 14:2-10 Friday, July 3 times, we have seen bold ex- Each of us can make a com- ter, to love Thee more, to serve Ps. 51:3-4, 8-9, 12-14, 17 St. Thomas, Apostle Mt. 10:16-23 pressions of racism by groups mitment to educate ourselves Thee without faltering. Eph. 2:19-22 as well as individuals. on the pain being experienced By the Immaculate Heart of Ps. 117:1bc, 2 Saturday, July 11 Too often, racism comes in by our brothers and sisters and Mary, Queen of Peace, set up Jn. 20:24-29 St. Benedict, abbot the form of the sin of omis- try to deepen our empathy to- thy Kingdom in our land. Is. 6:1-8 sion, when individuals, com- wards them. Enter closely into the midst Saturday, July 4 Ps. 93:1-2, 5 munities and even churches We can take the risk of talk- of our families and make them Independence Day Mt. 10:24-33 remain silent and fail to act ing with someone whose skin Thine own so that soon one Am. 9:11-15 against racial injustice when it color or ethnicity is different, cry may resound from home to Ps. 85:9ab-14 is encountered. listening to their perspective. home: “May the triumphant Mt. 9:14-17 Despite the great blessings of We can take the time to Heart of Jesus be everywhere The Holy Father’s prayer intentions for July: liberty that our country offers, read and reflect on the bish- loved, blessed and glorified for- We pray that today’s families may be accompanied we must admit the plain truth ops’ pastoral, and watch docu- ever!” with love, respect and guidance. that for many of our fellow citi- mentaries or read about oth- Honor and glory to the Sa- Sponsored by zens, who may have done noth- ers’ point of view. cred Hearts of Jesus and Mary. ing wrong, interactions with All of this must be done in O Sacred Heart of Jesus, pro- the police are often fraught with an attitude of prayer, embrac- tect our families! fear and even death. ing the model offered to us by Immaculate Heart of Mary, That is something most of our Mother Mary. pray for us! us who are white have a hard We all know how strong Saint Joseph, friend of the time understanding. our mothers are! And so it is Sacred Heart, pray for us! At the same time, we reject with our spiritual mother, the Our Patron Saints and harsh rhetoric that belittles Blessed Virgin Mary. Guardian angels, pray for us! and dehumanizes law enforce- From the moment of the ment personnel who labor to Annunciation, a special mis- keep our communities safe, sion of Mary has been to visit ARCHIVES and who take risks in order to the People of God who are in From page 23 protect and to serve. need. We, as Catholics, condemn Think of St. Elizabeth, her “Have the humility to accept that you don’t “If God didn’t want us to go to all this violent attacks against police cousin who was six months know as much as you think you do, be open to trouble to try to figure out what the truth is, just as we do police brutality. pregnant. And then think of new information and weigh it,” look for people’s he would have made us like the other animals With the positive chang- her intervention at the wed- vested interests or motives, and “go out of your and we would just be operating on instinct ev- es that arose from the Civil ding of Cana, where, like a way to talk to people who think differently,” she ery day,” she said. “But no, he gave us brains Rights Movement and related good mother, she provoked said. so we are supposed to use them to try to ap- civil rights legislation, some the beginning of Jesus’ mirac- People need accurate information to make prehend the truth as best we can, to try to may believe that racism is no ulous signs with the command good decisions and there is too much at stake conform ourselves to the truth as best we can, longer a major affliction of to the servants: “Do whatever today to be limited to one polarized side, she and that is an ongoing process that takes your our society — that it is only He tells you.” said. whole life.” 24 The Catholic Missourian June 26, 2020 NPM virtual convention Updates on summer youth activities The 43rd annual convention of the National Pastoral Musi- Here is an update on the sta- •Camp Siena: Young women 31. Campers have been noti- cians (NPM) will be held July 7-10 virtually. tus of several Catholic summer of high school age are invited to fied and space is still available. A full schedule, registration details and more are available at: experiences for yougn people in participate in a one-day retreat To learn more or to down- npm.org/43rd-annual-convention/ the diocese: in the spirit of Camp Siena on load camper registrations visit Saturday, July 18, at the Nation- campmaccabee.com. al Shrine of Mary Mother of the •CHRISTpower: The Church in Laurie. The day will CHRISTpower retreat has been include activities, talks, prayer, cancelled and transformed into food, sacrament ... and likely ice a weeklong #CHRISTpower cream and dance parties. challenge. CHRISTpower For information, write to alumni and people from across in July! 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