50¢ July 31, 2011 Volume 85, No. 27 Go DIGItAL todayscatholicnews.org todayscatholicnews.org Serving the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend CLiCK On CiRCULaTiOn TODAYODAY’’SS CATHOLICATHOLIC World Youth Day T C Follow diocesan pilgrims www.wydfwsb.blogspot.com Complete enthusiasm encouraged Contraception in health plans? in work of evangelization Cardinal DiNardo criticizes hispanic community gathers for panel’s call diocesan convocation in Warsaw Page 5 to implement pastoral plan By L a URie K ieF a B e R Arise Women’s WARSAW — Hispanic Catholics from 14 churches Conference were called to participate in a “new evangelization” Sister Sheila Galligan at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church and Diocesan Shrine in Warsaw July 23. Over 150 priests and laity to speak on forgiveness from these churches were present at the diocesan convocation and contributed toward a diocesan pas- Page 8 toral plan for Hispanic ministry. “The Catholic Hispanics are not immune to the temptations of the culture of death or materialism and secularism of this culture,” Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades told the group in Spanish during his homily Friends for Life at Mass. Boot Camp “In this situation, I believe the Lord calls us,” he said. “He calls you to participate, have a strong faith National speaker to dedicate and have a complete enthusiasm in the work of the new evangelization. This begins within motivates participants the Hispanic community, within itself and after you Pages 12-13 extend love to those Hispanics that you know are not coming to church and invite them to come home.” Bishop Rhoades addressed the group in Spanish, Laurie KieF aber which was translated here by Lourdes Silva, assistant director for the diocesan office of Hispanic ministry. enid Roman-DeJesus, diocesan director of hispanic ministry, talks to holy Cross Father peter paccini of St. adalbert Church, South Bend, and members of his parish at a diocesan convo- Back to School hiS paniC , page 20 cation at Our Lady of guadalupe Church in Warsaw Saturday. Vouchers, new principals shape new year SCoutS CeLeBrAte MASS Pages 13-15 World Youth Day pilgrims rev up for travels By K ay COzaD that rendered Sacred Heart Church without power. Without benefit of air conditioning, lights WARSAW — The excitement was palpable or audio system, the Mass brought the group as pilgrims gathered from across the diocese back to basics. Fortunately the oppressive heat for a special Mass and World Youth Day did not dampen the prayerfulness or joy of informational meeting at Sacred Heart Parish these faithful travelers who chuckled as Bishop in Warsaw on July 22. Rhoades admitted, “This is a good way to start One-hundred-and-twenty youth and a pilgrimage — with a little hardship.” adults will be led by Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades Miraculously, the power came on part way on a 12-day spiritual pilgrimage through through the bishop’s homily, much to every- DaVe SteVe NS Europe that will culminate in Madrid, Spain, one’s delight. Father Tony Steinacker, parochial vicar for the five-day World Youth Day event Aug. During his homily, Bishop Rhoades spoke 16-21 — the 12th event held since 1986. of the theme of World Youth Day chosen by at St. Charles Borromeo, Fort Wayne, Mass was celebrated by Bishop Rhoades Pope Benedict XVI from Col. 2:7, “Rooted and chaplain for the Diocesan Catholic who was joined at the altar by newly ordained and built up in Jesus Christ, firm in the faith,” Fathers Terrance and Matt Coonan, Father “Think about those words — We’re here Committee on Scouting, proclaims the Drew Curry, Father Paul Bueter and because we’re rooted in Jesus Christ,” Bishop Gospel during a Mass at Boy Scout Camp Franciscan Father David Engo, all of whom Rhoades said. are scheduled to travel to Spain. “We all need to be built up in Jesus Christ. Chief Little Turtle. Local priests volunteer The congregation that gathered had truly All seek to follow, but all can grow in faith and to offer one daily Mass each week for the begun their pilgrimage of prayer. Warsaw had been hit by severe storms earlier in the day W y D , page 10 scouts and adults attending camp. 2 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC July 31, 2011 TODAY’S CATHOLIC Official newspaper of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend Honoring the elderly P.O. Box 11169 Fort Wayne, IN 46856 Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades PUBLISHER: Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades IN TRUTH greets Our Lady of Victory EDITOR: Tim Johnson AND Missionary NEWS EDITOR and STAFF WRITER: Kay Cozad Sisters on CHARITY a visit last Editorial Department year to the BY BISHOP KEVIN C. RHOADES Huntington PAGE DESIGNER: Francie Hogan motherhouse FREELANCE WRITERS: Lauren Caggiano, in July of 2010. Michelle Castleman, Karen Clifford, am starting to get excited about the Elmer J. Danch, Bonnie Elberson, upcoming pilgrimage with over 100 Denise Fedorow, Diane Freeby, May youth and young adults of our diocese Lee Johnson, Sister Margie Lavonis, Ito Lourdes and to World Youth Day in CSC, Joe Kozinski and Deb Wagner Madrid. We celebrated Mass together this SUMMER INTERN: Carolyn Harless past Friday evening and then enjoyed pizza Tim Johnson together after the Mass. The enthusiasm was palpable as we prepare to join over a mil- Business Department ple. I think particularly of the example of older women likewise to live in a way lion young Catholics from throughout the BUSINESS MANAGER: Kathy Denice her witness of suffering that she bore with appropriate to believers ..., they are to world to celebrate our faith with our Holy AD GRAPHICS DIRECTOR: Mark Weber patient acceptance. I wonder sometimes if I teach what is good and so train the young Father, Pope Benedict XVI, in Madrid. would have become a priest if I had not had women to love their husbands and children BOOKKEEPING/CIRCULATION: Kathy Voirol While thinking about spending this time [email protected] her example of faith during my childhood. (2:2-5). with our young Catholics, I also thought When I remember with affection my own about the joy I experience with our elderly In our culture, old age is not always grandmother, I also think of all the elderly Advertising Sales people. This week, I am celebrating Mass respected and esteemed as it should be. of our diocese. Some are very healthy and Tess Steffen (Fort Wayne area) at Saint Anne’s Home in Fort Wayne and There is an attitude among some that values active. Others are struggling with various only youth, physical vigor, usefulness and (260) 456-2824 next week at Provena Sacred Heart Home in illnesses, weaknesses, perhaps loneliness or productivity. Such an attitude is contrary to Jeanette Simon (South Bend area) Avilla. I am constantly inspired by the faith other sufferings. I wish to express my spiri- and example of elderly parishioners I meet the Gospel and the teaching of the Church. (574) 234-0687 tual closeness to all our elderly Catholics. on every parish visit. 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