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BY LISA KOCHANOWSKI Immigration reform MISHAWAKA — It has been years in the making, and the dream is finally a reality. Church takes a stand Queen of Peace School in Mishawaka broke Page 3, 19 ground on Sunday, March 26, for a 7,700-square- foot addition on the west side of the current school building. “Through the generosity of our parishioners, we will be able to continue to provide a quality Disciples in Mission Catholic education to our students,” said Annette Mitchell, school principal. “It is such a blessing to The church today have grown from our original 63 students to the Page 9 245 that are registered for the 2006-2007 school year. At the conclusion of this year, we will see the first graduating class at Queen of Peace in over 35 years.” Queen of Peace school had been closed for 30 A time to remember years and was reopened in 1999. The school, offer- ing classes in preschool through eighth grade, The death of Pope John Paul found they needed more space. To meet the space demands, they utilized temporary modular units and election of Pope Benedict placed in the parking lot for the past three years. Pages 14-15 School board president Michael Portolese said that the permit on the modular units was set for three years, and they hit the three-year mark. The modular units were meant to be a temporary fix until the permanent addition could financially Breaking ground become a reality. “We had to launch a capital campaign, and in Saint Joseph Regional Medical conjunction with that, (we) did a competition with LISA KOCHANOWSKI three architects,” said Portolese. The school asked Center expansion begins Dignitaries join Father Richard Hire, pastor, at the Queen of Peace School in Mishawaka design firms to put together bids that included Page 4 groundbreaking on March 26 for a new 7,700-square-foot addition on the west side of the design, costs and ideas, and then they would vote school. The project is expected to be complete by the beginning of the 2006-2007 school year. EXPAND, PAGE 4 Don’t be late Pope creates cardinals, prays for GYMNASTS EXHIBIT for Mass April 2 STATE-WINNING TALENT Indiana clocks move one hour their love for church and Christ forward at 2 a.m., April 2

Levada said, the new cardinals renewed their BY CINDY WOODEN commitment of “total love and unconditional fidelity to Christ the Lord and to the Christian VATICAN CITY(CNS) — Inducting 15 new people.” members into the College of Cardinals, Pope “This love for Jesus Christ and his church, Benedict XVI called on them to be even this fidelity to humanity, which has a burning stronger witnesses of God’s love for the thirst for truth, we want to place into your world and their own love for the church. hands,” he told the pope. At the March 24 ceremony in which the Cardinal Sean P. O’Malley of Boston also prelates from 11 countries became cardinals, was among the 15 to join the College of he prayed that the red garments they now Cardinals in the first consistory of Pope wear would inspire them to an even more Benedict’s pontificate. “passionate love for Christ, for his church At the March 24 prayer service, Pope DENNIS FECH and for all humanity.” Benedict told the entire College of Cardinals, The Bishop Dwenger, gynastics team who Giving them rings during a March 25 which now numbers 193 members, that he Mass, he told them they are called to serve counted on them “to proclaim to the world recently won the state competition, show- the church “with the love of a spouse.” that God is love.” cased their athletic talent at an assembly At both services, U.S. Cardinal William J. “Ensure that the principle of love will Levada, prefect of the Congregation for the spread far and wide and will give new life to honoring the team on March 27. This was Doctrine of the Faith, was the first of the new the church,” he said. the second straight state title and the third cardinals to approach the pope. At Mass the next day, the pope slipped a Cardinal Levada, the former archbishop ring on the finger of each cardinal saying, in four years. Since 1993, Bishop Dwenger of San Francisco, addressed the pope on “Receive the ring from the hand of Peter has been runner-up five times and state behalf of the new cardinals March 24. In accepting their new status, Cardinal CARDINALS, PAGE 24 champs four times. Story on page 20. 2 TODAY’ S CATHOLIC APRIL 2, 2006 TODAY’S CATHOLIC

Official newspaper of the What could be better than to Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend P.O. Box 11169 Fort Wayne, IN 46856 spend time with young people? PUBLISHER: Bishop John M. D’Arcy parishes, thereby giving much appreciated I think this is about the 20th time we EDITOR: Tim Johnson help to the local bishop. He could have rest- have had this retreat for young adults. It ASSISTANT EDITOR: Don Clemmer ed, but he responded to the suggestion of never gets old, and I enjoy it very much. Father James Shafer and joined us for con- I celebrated Mass at the University of STAFF WRITER: Kay Cozad fessions. Although technically retired, he Saint Francis on Sunday night. In their NEWS serves as director of the Extension Society account, I noted they are calling it the Editorial Department which, for over 100 years, has supported “Bishop’s Retreat.” I think it is advertised PAGE DESIGNER: Francie Hogan &NOTES and built churches in the poor areas of this in this way. It gives me great consolation FREELANCE WRITERS: Ann Carey, land. They donated $30,000 toward the new and encouragement to be so closely associ- Michelle Castleman, Elmer J. Danch, BISHOP JOHN M. D’ARCY Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Warsaw. ated with our young people at a spiritual Michelle Donaghey, Bonnie Elberson, What a joy to preach on the sacrament of moment. penance and then join Bishop Houck and Denise Fedorow, Sr. Margie Lavonis, 16 other priests for confessions for about an CSC,Theresa Thomas Praying with young people hour and a half. What can you say when The first anniversary you see the students rising and lining up in I spent the feast of St. Joseph, a pleasant Can it be one year since that beloved Business Department long lines to receive this sacrament, and to winter day, at Saint Joseph’s High School, spirit left us? Who can forget the three to BUSINESS MANAGER: Kathy Denice come with such devotion and humility? The across the street from Notre Dame. It was four million people that descended on same discipline, devotion and prayerfulness AD GRAPHICS DIRECTOR: Mark Weber the first time that I was at Saint Joe High Rome? No one organized it. Integrity of life we had seen at Mass at Saint Joe High. A BOOKKEEPING/CIRCULATION: Kathy Voirol since I appointed Susan Richter as principal and purity of heart still attract. His papacy great credit to the leadership of Fred Tone, about 11 months ago. Susan served as dean spanned 26 years and showed the priest- along with his wonderful faculty. at Saint Joe for many years and won the hood of Jesus Christ in all its beauty as a Bishop Dwenger is well-launched on respect of the faculty and, in a special way, great adventure. I treasure the personal Advertising Sales their building program. Indeed, three of our the pastors of the South Bend area. It was a moments I had with him from the day he Carol Eifert (Fort Wayne area) high schools are fund raising and Saint Joe joy to spend this day with her and see the stepped onto the tarmac at Logan Airport in (260) 456-2824 is in a preparatory stage. affection, and especially the respect, in Boston to the last “ad limina” visit in which I must say that those young people going Judy Kearns (South Bend area) which she is held by faculty and students. A I did all the speaking because I knew it was to confession so sincerely was a blessing. (574) 234-0687 disciplined school and now, finally, after such a strain for him. Still, at the end, after What a joy to a bishop who still feels Web site: www.diocesefwsb.org/TODAY many years of discussion, a dress code. I had spoken with him, he said in his clear, young at such events. Thanks should be given to Dan Swygart, strong voice, “Thank you for the visit.” Published weekly except the last Jennifer Carrier, Susan and many others for I recall his joy when I shared with him Sunday in June, second and fourth working on this last year. Nothing brings the reaction of the young people to the weeks in July, second week in August more anxiety than to talk about the initia- In between: A day with our priests World Youth Day in Denver. Most of all, I and last week in December by the tion of a dress code; but Saint Joe has In between these two days, I joined shall always remember him at prayer. Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, about 65 of our priests for a day of prayer Praying at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross 1103 S. Calhoun St., P.O. Box 390, Fort installed one, and the dress reflected the discipline in the school. at Sacred Heart Parish, Warsaw. Father in Boston. Praying quietly before the Wayne, IN 46801. Second-class James Steffes, the rector of Immaculate Blessed Sacrament in his private chapel postage paid at Fort Wayne, IN, and Heart Seminary in Winona, Minn., where before Mass. Praying with more than a mil- additional mailing office. Other wonderful moments lion people at Grant Park in Chicago. I will remember him POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: It was a joyful meeting with laughing, laughing with young Today’s Catholic, P.O. Box 11169, Fort the faculty, a special delight to I must say that those young people people. And I will remember Wayne, IN 46856-1169 or e-mail: be with the excellent religion him crying. “When did the rock [email protected]. department, so many of whom stars ever cry over us?” said a have completed, or are complet- going to confession so sincerely SUBSCRIPTION RATES: Domestic in young Canadian after seeing the ing, the program at Notre Dame advance, one year $20. Bundle rates pope at Denver. The following financed by Our Sunday Visitor available on request. Single copy 50¢. was a blessing. words were spoken by a French toward an advanced degree. That philosopher after he first met program has been a blessing for MAIN OFFICE: 915 S. Clinton St., Fort John Paul II and quoted by the our diocese. A special joy to see What a joy to a bishop Wayne, IN 46802.Telephone (260) Pope’s biographer, George 456-2824. Fax: (260) 744-1473. unfold before me the strategic Weigel, in his new book, “God’s BUREAU OFFICE: 114 W.Wayne St., South plan. James Schellinger of who still feels young at such events. Choice,” about the election of Bend, IN 46601.Telephone (574) 234- Indianapolis, an architect and a Pope Benedict: “This is not a 0687. Fax: (574) 232-8483. graduate of Saint Joe High who pope from Poland,” he said, has done similar work in “this is a pope from Galilee.” News deadline is the Monday morn- Indianapolis, donated his time Now comes Holy Week, the ing before publication date. and energy and has laid out a Advertising deadline is nine days great triduum. The chance to wonderful plan for Saint Joe before publication date. three of our young men are studying, was ponder the Lord’s death for our salvation. High School, which will occupy all of us the presenter. There were two beautiful con- More than ponder, let us be joined to him for many years to come. LETTERS POLICY: Today’s Catholic wel- ferences and I was able to join many of our and be close to him in his suffering and in comes original, signed letters about priests in making a Lenten confession. his rising. I will pray for you all while on issues affecting church life. Although We have two talks and a pleasant lunch- retreat with the young adults. we cannot publish every letter we Off to Bishop Dwenger eon with a few announcements from the Don’t forget to move your clocks ahead receive, we strive to provide a bal- On Thursday of the same week, I spent a bishop, exposition of the Blessed Sacrament one hour. anced representation of expressed marvelous day at Bishop Dwenger. You see, opinions and a variety of reflections and quiet prayer in the afternoon. We were See you next week. I spend much of my time praying with on the way home by about 2:30 p.m. on life in the church.We will choose young people, and what could be better for letters for publication based on read- Father Steffes, a wonderful young priest, er interest, timeliness and fairness. a bishop? When I visit these schools, I told us about the exemplary character of the Readers may agree or disagree with always celebrate Mass and preach. Barbara three seminarians who are studying in the letter writers’ opinions. Letters Loomis, who is in charge of campus min- Winona. He also commented publicly on must not exceed 500 words. All let- istry at Bishop Dwenger, wondered if I the joyful fraternity, which is so evident ters must be signed and include a would lead one of the two penance services among our priests. phone number and address for verifi- this year instead; and I agreed. What a joy cation.We reserve the right to edit to have over 500 young people, the junior letters for legal and other concerns. and senior classes, present in the gym with More young people such reverence. Eighteen of us priests in all Now, I am getting ready for the retreat Mail letters to: Today’s Catholic, heard confessions — a surprise. Among for young adults. Father Jim Shafer will be P.O. Box 11169, Fort Wayne, IN those joining us, all set with alb, pectoral back to give this retreat for the second time. 46856-1169; or e-mail: cross and purple stole, was Bishop William [email protected] I will do my usual part, joining them on Houck. Bishop Houck served as bishop of Saturday afternoon for a question-and- Jackson-Natchez, a missionary diocese in ISSN 0891-1533 answer period, taking part in the penance Mississippi. He came here to offer the USPS 403630 service and hearing confessions, and cele- sacrament of confirmation in about six brating Mass on Sunday morning. APRIL 2, 2006 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 3

STATEMENT FROM BISHOP JOHN M. D’ARCY Letters to Senators Lugar and Bayh concerning immigration reform FORT WAYNE — The following letter was sent recently by Bishop John M. D’Arcy to Senators Richard Lugar and Evan Bayh making clear the bishop’s opposition to the immigration bill, H.R. 4437, which recently passed the House of Representatives. Bishop D’Arcy also sent a letter to Rep. Chris Chocola (R-2nd) who supports H.R. 4437 and a letter to Rep. Mark Souder (R-3rd) thanking him for his opposition of the bill. The letters may be read on the diocesan Web site at www.diocesefwsb.org.

Dear Senator Lugar and Senator Bayh, I am writing to you with regard to the immigration reform legislation that is currently in the Senate Judiciary Committee but, I understand, will probably soon be considered on the Senate floor. As a Catholic bishop who has been entrusted with the pastoral care of a growing number of Hispanics (some of whom do not have legal status in our country), I strongly urge you to reject an overly punitive approach to immigration reform in support of an approach that is more comprehen- sive and humane. Such an approach will not only promote the security of CNS PHOTO/LUCAS JACKSON, REUTERS our nation, but will also put undocumented workers and their families on Demonstrators yell slogans supporting a massive March 25 march and rally through the streets of downtown the path to lawful residence and create greater legal avenues for neces- Los Angeles protesting pending immigration legislation. The House-passed immigration bill calls for tougher sary workers to enter the United States in the future. border protection and stiffens penalties for undocumented immigrants and those who help them. This debate should not be allowed to get mired in a controversy over amnesty for those who have broken our immigration laws. Due to the scope of the problem, this debate needs to address the reality of growing millions of workers without legal status who need to be recognized and legally integrated into our system. I am particularly supportive of provi- Catholic statements on immigration sions that would allow undocumented immigrants to register for a tempo- rary six-year visa as long as they have worked in the United States, have no criminal records and are not security threats. While I am by no means legislation have common themes an expert on homeland security or border enforcement, it seems to me that effective border control would be greatly enhanced by increasing providing assistance to illegal • That border enforcement legal avenues for legal immigration. BY PATRICIA ZAPOR immigrants. policies respect individuals and True immigration reform will not impose overly punitive conse- In general, the bishops’ state- protect human rights, while quences on immigrants and their families. I am particularly concerned WASHINGTON (CNS) — As ments echo many of the points in allowing the government to iden- about provisions that could even jeopardize the church’s pastoral care of hundreds of thousands of people documents of the U.S. bishops as tify terrorists and dangerous immigrants by criminalizing assistance to immigrants without legal sta- marched in cities across the coun- a whole, including a 2003 pas- criminals and prevent their entry. tus. Certainly this is going too far. try in support of comprehensive toral letter, “Strangers No Bishop Barnes on behalf of I pray that this nation of immigrants — among whom were my own immigration reform, Catholic Longer: Together on the Journey the migration committee in parents — may remain a beacon of hope and humanity to those who, like bishops in various states joined of Hope,” issued jointly with the December criticized H.R. 4437, our ancestors, simply want an opportunity to have a better life and enjoy the chorus of voices calling on Mexican bishops’ conference. legislation passed by the House the freedoms of our great country. Please, do whatever is within your Congress to do more than crack In July 2005, Bishop Gerald and sponsored by Rep. James power to ensure that our immigration reform is both comprehensive and down on illegal immigrants. R. Barnes of San Bernardino, Sensenbrenner, R-Wis. Among humane. The Senate Judiciary Calif., chairman of the bishops’ his objections were: Sincerely yours in our Lord, Committee was to take up immi- Committee on Migration, • It would expand the process gration legislation the last week announced the committee’s sup- known as expedited removal, fur- of March, pressured by Majority port for a version of immigration ther curtailing the already limited Leader Bill Frist, R-Tenn., to reform legislation sponsored by rights people have in seeking to Most Reverend John M. D’Arcy quickly turn a completed bill over Sens. John McCain, R-Ariz., and avoid deportation. to the full Senate. Edward M. Kennedy, D-Mass., • It would require that anyone STATEMENT FROM BISHOP JOHN M. D’ARCY As committee and floor votes known as the Secure America and caught attempting to enter the neared, immigrants, church Orderly Immigration Act. United States illegally be put in activists, union members and oth- The U.S. Conference of detention. Currently, thousands of ers who are pressing for change Catholic Bishops also has illegal immigrants are simply Masses encouraged led rallies and marches in endorsed an interfaith statement returned across the Mexican bor- Washington, Milwaukee, calling for a comprehensive der or are released on their own Phoenix, Chicago, Denver and approach to immigration law. recognizance pending further to commemorate Pope other cities. The Saturday before Among the key principles legal action. the Senate returned from a week- endorsed by the bishops are: • It would change the act of long break to consider the bill, • That any legislation provide being in the country illegally John Paul II’s death more than half a million people a way for people who are already from a violation of civil law to a My Dear Brother Priests, marched in downtown Los in the country illegally to “come criminal violation, which would As you know, the first anniversary of the death of Pope John Paul II Angeles. out of the shadows, regularize have long-term implications for is fast approaching. He died one year ago on April 2. I will offer Mass Bishops from Georgia, their status upon satisfaction of future efforts for people to for his noble soul at the regular noon Mass at the Cathedral of the Arizona, New York, California, reasonable criteria and, over time, become legal residents. Immaculate Conception on Monday, April 3. Pennsylvania and Colorado are pursue an option to become law- • It would criminalize the act I would ask that every parish have a Mass for him, an announced among those who have issued ful permanent residents and even- of aiding people who are in the Mass, sometime between April 1 and April 15, as close to his anniver- pastoral letters or public state- tually” U.S. citizens. country illegally, including offer- sary date as possible. If you could announce it on the previous Sunday, ments in recent months about • That the system of immigra- ing humanitarian assistance such that would be wonderful. immigration and what they would tion for family reunification be as that provided by many church- This Mass gives us an opportunity to speak on the papacy, which is like legislation to address. revamped to significantly reduce sponsored organizations. part of our faith. At every Mass we pray for the pope. Let us show our Cardinal Roger M. Mahony of waiting times, which now run • It would prohibit refugees people about the ministry of the Petrine office as an object of faith in our Los Angeles called the people of many years for some categories and asylum seekers from obtain- life, something that has strengthened the church from the beginning. his archdiocese to consider how of relatives of legal U.S. resi- ing legal permanent residence Let us all keep Pope Paul II in our prayers and continue to be inspired Lenten fasting, prayers and alms- dents. The backlog is considered and citizenship if they commit by the wisdom of his writings and the strength of his life. Let us help our giving could help them “relate to to be a factor in why some people relatively minor crimes. people to see through his life the care of Christ for his church and also the the complex reality of immigra- try to enter the country illegally beauty of the Catholic priesthood when it is lived with dedication and joy. tion, especially in the face of and in the breakup of families. I join you in praying for our beloved Pope John Paul II. increasing hostility toward immi- • That any system for “guest Sincerely yours in our Lord, grants.” He also said that if a workers” to fill jobs in the United House-passed version of legisla- States includes legal avenues for Further information about the tion passed he would instruct the workers and their families who USCCB’s immigration campaign priests of his diocese to ignore its wish to remain in the country to is available online at Most Reverend John M. D’Arcy provisions that would criminalize do so. www.justiceforimmigrants.org. 4 TODAY’ S CATHOLIC APRIL 2, 2006 Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center blesses new ground

reminded the assembly of the BY SISTER MARGIE LAVONIS, CSC Saint Joseph Regional Medical great courage of the religious Center’s Chief Executive Officer women who came to this area to Nancy Hellyer presents Bishop SOUTH BEND — Saint Joseph be domestic workers and who John M. D’Arcy with a statue,”St. Regional Medical Center soon after saw and addressed the Joseph on the Journey” at (SJRMC) marked a landmark day greatest needs of that time, which in its history on March 19. were the education of young groundbreaking ceremonies of Bishop John M. D’Arcy cele- women and healthcare. the new facility at the corner of brated a Mass for the SJRMC He spoke of the importance to Douglas Road and Main Street in community at the Church of Our “keep faith with the sisters who Mishawaka. Saint Joseph Regional Lady of Loretto. The place of the came with nothing except the Medical Center adopted the Mass was significant because it is consecration of themselves, of theme as a symbol of moving for- the church of the Sisters of the their bodies and souls, to God.” ward and gave the statues as gifts Holy Cross who founded the He challenged the Saint Joseph to various clergy and community South Bend hospital in the 1800s. communities to be faithful to the leaders who attended ground- The hospital in Mishawaka was heritage of the sisters and to con- breaking ceremonies March 19. founded in 1910 by the Poor tinue to deliver healthcare that Handmaids of Jesus Christ to “respects the dignity of each accommodate those who were human person, body and soul.” unable to take the trip to South Bishop D’Arcy commended Bend for their medical care. Chief Executive Officer Nancy In his homily, Bishop D’Arcy Hellyer and the board of trustees for starting the activities of the momentous journey, which is a day with a Mass to ask God’s sign of faith, let us at this Mass blessing on the great undertaking put it in the hands of God, of about to begin. Jesus Christ, of Our Lady and of He stressed the importance of St. Joseph whose feast we cele- this blessing especially today brate (March 20).” when there is so much technolog- After the celebration of the ical progress in medicine. He said Mass, participants proceeded to that there are so many good the corner of Douglas Road and things happening in healthcare, Main Street in Mishawaka where but with each advance in technol- the new state of the art hospital ogy, those in Catholic healthcare will be built. There the bishop, in PHOTOS BY MIKE STACK must continue to ask the question the presence of administrators of whether or not a particular from Trinity Health and Saint technology serves and promotes Joseph Regional Center, as well another positive to this project the dignity of the human person. as sisters, trustees, associates and because the current main office is The bishop also stressed that other guests, blessed the site and unable to see the front of the health professionals must always prayed for the safety of all those EXPAND modular classrooms. Now the remember that God is the creator who will work on the construc- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 front of the school will be com- of life. God is the one who gives tion of the new facility. pletely visible. Bishop John M. D’Arcy blesses the life and who takes it away. He During the festivities, CEO emphasized that Catholic health- on the best plans. Philip Panzica, president and ground at a March 19 ceremony to Nancy Hellyer reminded those Ironically, Panzica Building principal architect on the project, care must always provide the present of the importance of celebrate the groundbreaking of Corporation, the group that built said that several things had to be sacraments to the sick and the building a value-based healthcare the new Saint Joseph Regional the first church that later became considered when putting together dying and to care for the poor. culture as well as a new building. Medical Center at the corner of That is the heritage of the sisters. the home of the current school, plans for the addition. They need Douglas Road and Main Street in He concluded the homily by won the contest and completed to do some site circulation and Mishawaka. saying, “As we begin this the plans for the addition. cleaning; they wanted to create a “It’s really a pretty amazing view of the ravine for the school- project,” said Portolese. children and wanted to make the Fund raising for the event has addition blend with the existing included getting funds from the school building. capital campaign, trivia nights, “You try to do something that pancake breakfasts and any other pulls it all together versus some ideas they could come up with to thumb print that makes it look motivate people to donate money different,” said Panzica. to the project. The construction site was “It was a hard campaign to blessed by Father Richard Hire, sell,” said Portolese. The rectory pastor, and dozens of school- needed work, money was needed children, parishioners, teachers for the bishop’s Legacy of Faith and area residents attended campaign, and then there was the groundbreaking ceremony. desire for the school addition. Construction started Monday The Queen of Peace bid origi- morning and is expected to be nally came in at $730,000, and completed in July — in time for they hit a snag with the hurri- the students to take occupancy at canes and increased gas prices the beginning of school in August and had to increase that bid by of 2006. $100,000, which further pro- A second phase of the expan- longed the start of construction. sion project will include a gym- Once the construction is com- nasium area including a conces- plete, the school will have two sion and stage area as well as new classrooms, administrative athletic fields. The parish antici- offices, a common meeting room, pates launching a future capital a dedicated science room and a fund campaign specifically for larger library. Increased safety is the gym addition.

Voice Mail O:(260)436-6363 Ex 317 (260) 479-1162 R: (260) 639-6471 APRIL 2, 2006 TODAY’ S CATHOLIC 5 Chicago Archdiocese issues reports critical of its handling of abuse women came forward and said he will be subject to prosecution for BY MICHELLE MARTIN Catholics hold signs showing support for had abused them as children. failing to report allegations of Chicago Cardinal The report by former FBI sexual abuse, Lago said. CHICAGO (CNS) — The Francis E. George out- agent Danny Defenbaugh noted a Cardinal George said he is Archdiocese of Chicago released lack of communication among “deeply regretful” over the lapses side Holy Name two reports highly critical of its archdiocesan staff. He said in Father McCormack’s case, handling of clerical sex abuse Cathedral Feb. 11. The Cardinal George was not told that especially since a child has come March 20. Archdiocese of Father McCormack was detained forward and said the former pas- One report focuses on the han- Chicago hired an and questioned by police for tor at St. Agatha abused him dling of the cases of Father investigator to con- three days after the vicar for while the archdiocese delayed Daniel McCormack and Father duct an independent priests was told, and he did not action. Joseph Bennett, who were moni- overview of its han- receive all the information he “I must accept responsibility tored but not immediately dling of recent abuse should have in the months that and I do,” the cardinal said. “For removed from ministry after cases and asked for a followed. the tragedy of allowing children abuse allegations arose against complete review of its Releasing the reports is one of to be in the presence of a priest them. The second one examines policies and proce- five steps the archdiocese is tak- against whom a current accusa- the system of monitoring of ing to try to prevent future mis- tion of sexual abuse had been priests who have substantiated dures for monitoring steps in handling accusations of made, I am most truly sorry. I allegations of sexual abuse clergy accused of sex- clerical sexual abuse. should have focused more clearly against them. ually abusing chil- It also is: on the actions we needed to take The reports were released an dren. • Establishing an ad hoc advi- and I should have taken them hour before Chicago Cardinal sory committee including judges, much more quickly.” Francis E. George and his chan- police and child abuse experts to In his investigation, CNS PHOTO/SANDY BERTOG, NEW WORLD cellor, Jimmy Lago, met with help make sure the reports’ rec- Defenbaugh found that the grand- reporters. low the procedures and policies released without charge because ommendations are implemented. mother of the boy whose family Lago, the point person over- the archdiocese had in place, and the state’s attorney did not • Retaining a child welfare called police in August called the seeing all abuse allegations, reaf- that the monitoring in place for believe there was enough evi- expert to help train archdiocesan archdiocese with suspicions in firmed the commitment of the 18 priests accused of sexually dence to prosecute him. staff and volunteers on how to September 2003, but no one fol- cardinal, himself and the church abusing minors is “insubstantial” He was not removed from min- report suspected abuse. lowed up because she did not of Chicago to protect children, and relies almost completely on istry until his arrest, but he was • Voluntarily releasing a list of want to leave her name. She did but acknowledged that many the priests to self-report their being monitored by another priest the names of all living priests leave her phone number, which have questioned that commitment activities. at St. Agatha and was told to avoid who have been the subject of Defenbaugh’s report says is in recent months. Much of the criticism aimed at being alone with children. substantiated accusations of sexu- enough for the allegation to not “You are going to have to judge the archdiocese has focused on The archdiocese said it had no al abuse, as well as the names of be treated as anonymous, and us by our actions,” Lago said, not- the case of Father McCormack, mechanism to remove Father accused priests who have died that, in any case, anonymous ing that the archdiocese intends to who was pastor of St. Agatha McCormack as pastor after police but had an opportunity to respond allegations should be looked into. ask the auditors retained by the Parish when he was arrested in launched their investigation to the charges against them. Defenbaugh also said the arch- U.S. bishops’ National Review January on charges that he had because the alleged victim did • Amending reporting proto- diocese was not in compliance Board to focus on the reports’ rec- sexually abused two boys. Since not make a statement to church cols with the state’s attorneys in with the U.S. Conference of ommendations. “The important then, he has been charged with officials. Cook and Lake counties and with Catholic Bishops’ 2002 “Charter thing to us is that we have a blue- abusing a third boy, who came After the McCormack case the Illinois Department of for the Protection of Children and print for going forward.” forward after the first two cases broke, Father Bennett stepped Children and Family Services. Young People” with regard to Separate outside consultants were reported in the media. aside as pastor of Holy Ghost The archdiocese will act on completion of safe environment made the reports, which found Chicago police questioned him Parish in South Holland. He was the reports’ recommendations, training and background checks that archdiocesan staff members at the end of August 2005 after under investigation for two years and has turned over information for staff and volunteers who work and officials, from school person- one of the boys reported being — and was assigned a monitor for to the Cook County state’s attor- with minors. nel to the cardinal, failed to fol- molested three years ago; he was his activities — after two adult ney to see if any staff members Same-sex debate prompts review of adoption San Francisco policy SAN FRANCISCO (CNS) — needy in society, who do not doing violence to these children, “It is an insult to all San rance which has seldom been The Archdiocese of San share our beliefs, and we recog- in the sense that their condition of Franciscans when a foreign coun- encountered by this Board of Francisco is reviewing its nize and respect that fact,” the dependency would be used to try, like the Vatican, meddles with Supervisors.” Catholic Charities adoption pro- statement added. place them in an environment that and attempts to negatively influ- Supervisor Tom Ammiano, grams to ensure that they are The issue of gay adoptions has is not conducive to their full ence this great city’s existing and who introduced the resolution and “fully in sync” with church teach- been heating up in San Francisco development,” the document said. established customs and tradi- describes himself as gay and ing against adoptions by same- since the Boston Archdiocese Cardinal-designate Levada tions, such as the right of same- Catholic, said the board would sex couples, a spokesman for announced earlier this year that it said March 9 that since 2003 “it sex couples to adopt and care for “take the necessary steps to Archbishop George H. would no longer facilitate any has been, and remains, my posi- children in need,” the resolution defund Catholic Charities if this Niederauer said March 21. adoptions because of regulations tion that Catholic agencies should said. dispute cannot be resolved.” “Our teaching on marriage and in Massachusetts that would pro- not place children for adoption in The resolution called Cardinal- Catholic Charities of San family life precludes these kinds hibit discrimination against same- homosexual households.” designate Levada “a decidedly Francisco, which reportedly has of adoptions,” said spokesman sex couples wishing to adopt. The San Francisco Board of unqualified representative of his placed five children with same- Maurice Healy. “We need to find Archbishop Niederauer’s pred- Supervisors voted unanimously former home city and of the peo- sex couples since 2000, receives another way to help this vulnera- ecessor, Cardinal-designate March 21 in favor of a nonbind- ple of San Francisco and the val- an estimated $7 million annually ble population. How, remains to William J. Levada, in a March 9 ing resolution condemning ues they hold dear.” It called his from the city for its services in be worked out.” statement affirmed a 2003 docu- Cardinal-designate Levada and statements “hateful and discrimi- the areas of children’s mental Earlier March 21, the archdio- ment from the Vatican urging Archbishop Niederauer to natory rhetoric (that) ... shows a health, care for people with AIDS cese said in a statement that the Congregation for the Doctrine of repudiate his views. level of insensitivity and igno- and low-income housing. review is aimed at determining the Faith, which he now heads. “how we can continue to best That document said it would be serve children who are so much “gravely immoral” to let same- in need of a home.” sex couples adopt children. “We realize there are people in “Allowing children to be our community, some working adopted by persons living in such Support your school. side by side with us to serve the unions would actually mean Use All Saints SCRIP! 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music, including some of the most Federal Judge and often sung pieces in the past minority trailblazer to decades.” deliver Saint Mary’s Fire in South Dining Hall commencement address AROUND THE DIOCESE causes minimal damage; NOTRE DAME — Ann Claire no injuries Williams, a judge on the U.S. Court NOTRE DAME — A fire in the of Appeals, will deliver the 2006 South Dining Hall at the University commencement address at Saint BROTHERS CELEBRATE PATRONAL FEAST OF ST. JOSEPH of Notre Dame early March 25 Mary’s College. Commencement caused minimal damage, according takes place at noon on Saturday, to John Antonucci, operations chief May 20, in front of LeMans Hall. for the Notre Dame Fire Williams became the first Department. There were no African American woman on the injuries, he said. bench for the U.S. District Court Firefighters responded to an for the Northern District of Illinois alarm at 3:16 a.m. and had the fire when Ronald Reagan appointed her under control at about 3:40 a.m., in 1985. At 35 years old, she was Antonucci said. Units from both the also one of the Notre Dame and South Bend Fire youngest federal Departments were on the scene. appointees. Antonucci said an electrical President Bill short in an exhaust fan in Reckers Clinton appoint- restaurant caused the fire. ed Williams to Several dining hall employees the U.S. Court of were in the building at the time of Appeals for the the fire, according to David Seventh Circuit Prentkowski, director of food serv- in 1999, making ices. There were no students or ANN CLAIRE her the first other customers in Reckers, a 24- WILLIAMS African hour dining facility, he said. American Prentkowski said dining hall woman to serve on the Seventh operations were not be affected by Circuit and only the third to serve the fire damage. on any appeals court in the country. BROTHER CHARLES MCBRIDE The cost of the damage is not yet Williams’ career began as an available. educator rather than a lawyer. After The priests of the Indiana Province of the Holy Cross sponsored a celebration of the feast earning a bachelor’s degree in edu- of the solemnity of St. Joseph, the patronal feast of the Brothers of Holy Cross on March Israel hikers seek cation and a master’s in guidance and counseling, Williams worked 20. The celebration for the brothers included a Mass at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart, sponsorships as an elementary school teacher in Notre Dame, and a dinner hosted by Moreau Seminary. Pictured are Brothers of Holy inner city Detroit, the city where FORT WAYNE — Greg Bercaw, a she was born and raised. She grad- Cross, Brothers Thomas Shaughnessy, Walter Gluhn, William Mewes and James Bluma, teacher at St. John the Baptist School in Fort Wayne, is planning a uated from the University of Notre bringing up the gifts at the Mass. Father Joseph Carey, CSC, of the Notre Dame Campus Dame Law School in 1975 and summer trip with two friends. Their began her legal career as a clerk Ministry team was the celebrant of the Mass. Music was sung by the University of Notre plan is travel all the way across Israel — about 550 miles — on with Judge Robert Sprecher of the Dame Liturgical Choir. The Mass began with the choir singing the litany of St. Joseph. U.S. Court of Appeals for the foot. Their journey will take them Seventh Circuit. From 1976 to Brothers participating in the ceremony as readers were Brothers Vincentius Balog, James across a desert, past three seas, alongside ancient ruins and through 1985, she tried major felony cases Newberry and Donald Fleischhacker. as an assistant U.S. attorney in modern cities. Chicago. In order for this trip to become a reality, they will need to cover sig- Williams co-founded Minority across the Legal Education Resources in 1977 nificant costs of equipment, travel, nation for mem- Bishop Luers to host Father Jan Michael food and other logistical concerns. to support minorities in their effort bership in this to pass the Illinois bar exam. In LuersKnight Joncas to receive Mathis They are, therefore, seeking spon- honors ensem- sors and donors and, in return, will 1993, she co-founded Just the ble. John is the FORT WAYNE — Bishop Luers Award Beginning Foundation, dedicated to gladly visit sponsoring churches, son of Bob and High School will present their 2006 synagogues, civic organization, celebrating the contributions of Annual LuersKnight Auction NOTRE DAME — Father Jan Nancy Michael Joncas, visiting associate scout troops etc. after their trip and African American federal judges Leszczynski. Fundraiser, “MidKnight in Paris,” JOHN professor of theology at the share their experience firsthand. and to encourage more racial and The band direc- on Saturday, April 22, at Bishop LESZCZYNSKI University of Notre Dame, will For more information on spon- ethnic diversity in the legal profes- tor is Christine Luers High School. sion. receive the Notre Dame Center for soring this journey, contact Greg Russell. The evening features cocktails Bercaw at (260) 432-7442 or visit “Ann Claire Williams is an and hors d’oeuvres beginning at Liturgy’s 2006 Mathis Award, John composes music and will according to center director David www.israelnationaltrail.com. example of commitment, persever- conduct the concert band in his 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner ance and excellence,” says Saint served at 6:30 p.m. W. Fagerberg. original song “Architecture” at The Mathis Award, named in Serrans to gather for Mary’s College President Carol the Bishop Dwenger Spring A live and silent auction will be Ann Mooney. “Judge Williams held throughout the evening with honor of Father Michael Mathis, Concert on April 30. He also CSC, who founded the graduate Midwest convention epitomizes the servant leader. She plays his saxophone and clarinet many exciting items including get- school of liturgy at Notre Dame, is NOTRE DAME — Catholic men uses her professional expertise and at Masses at St. John the Baptist away weekends, a Handmade annually given to a person or organ- from five states will gather in South her wisdom in service of her coun- Church, New Haven. He will Harley Davidson Quilt, ND vs. ization making significant contribu- Bend at Saint Mary’s College and try and all of its people. Her care- attend Indiana University in the UCLA football tickets, Christmas tions to the renewal of the liturgy in the University of Notre Dame for ful analysis, encompassing vision fall to pursue degrees in music collectibles, gardening items, the United States. Father Joncas, its the Midwest states convention of and moral courage have earned her composition and music educa- camping gear, artwork, religious 24th recipient, will receive the Serra International, Oct. 27-29. widespread respect.” tion. items, sports memorabilia, furni- award and give the keynote address The theme of this gathering is For additional information, see The Bands of America Honor ture, Vera Bradley items, gold and at the center’s annual liturgy con- “Thirsting for knowledge, truth, the Countdown to Commencement Band performed in concert on the diamond jewelry, golf outings, ference, which will be held June 19 charity and Christ.” Web site at http://www.saint- evening Saturday, March 25, at Notre Dame, Purdue, IPFW to 22 on campus. In addition to workshops, the marys.edu/Commencement/. Clowes Memorial Hall located on (Indiana-Purdue Unversities at Being a man of multiple talents, three-day conference will include the campus of Butler University Fort Wayne), Wizards, Komets and Father Joncas works in multiple talks given by Father Theodore M. Dwenger student to in Indianapolis. The Honor Band Chicago Cubs tickets, tuition venues,” Fagerberg said. “In the Hesburgh, CSC, president emeritus is a 100-piece national ensemble vouchers for Saint Francis, St. represent Indiana at academy he is known as a profi- of the University of Notre Dame, that was directed by Ray Cramer, Joseph and Marian College and cient researcher, exploring topics Father Glenn Kohrman, assistant Honor Band of America recently retired director of bands, many more items. ranging from the architecture of an director of vocations for the Indiana University, and one of the Honored guest Bishop John FORT WAYNE — John Italian baptistery, to musical semi- Diocese of Fort Wayne-South nation’s preeminent wind conduc- D’Arcy will host the bishop’s auc- Leszczynski, a senior at Bishop otics, to the liturgical rites of the Bend, Dr. Charles Rice, Notre tors. Bands of America is the tion to raise student tuition. Dwenger High School, has been church, resulting in three books and Dame law professor, and Fred and nation’s largest presenter of edu- A cash raffle will be drawn that selected by Bands of America to over 100 articles. In the church, he Lisa Everett, co-directors of the cational festivals, events and evening with prizes totaling perform in one of the nation’s has served as parochial vicar, a diocesan Office of Family Life. workshops for high school musi- $10,000. Raffle tickets are sold for finest honor ensembles, the 2006 campus minister and pastor. And in The purpose of Serra Clubs cians. $100. For reservations and infor- Honor Band of America. mation, call the Bishop Luers High the world of liturgical music he is throughout the United States is to Leszczynski was selected among School Development Office at known for composing and arrang- foster vocations to the religious life, hundreds of applicants from (260) 456-1261. ing over 200 pieces of liturgical especially the priesthood. — EJD APRIL 2, 2006 TODAY’ S CATHOLIC 7 Imaginations present their writing talent at Young Authors Conference

at Marian High School in thing to organizers of the confer- He also talked to kids about BY JENNIFER OCHSTEIN Mishawaka. ence. heart-breaking rejection. As to why Tristin decided to According to Suzanne Wiwi, His most popular book called MISHAWAKA — The story? It’s attend the conference? He was chair of the Young Author’s “Once a Wolf” — the one that has quite simple, really: Toilet spring even more shy in revealing that Conference and principal at St. sold the most copies and won him pops from stool, saying, “boinga, tidbit of information. Joseph’s School on Hill Street in the most awards — was rejected boinga, boinga.” “You can be honest,” his moth- South Bend, writing is integral to 37 times before a publisher finally So says the story’s author, er, Tricia Moreno, cajoled. every aspect of learning. accepted it. Tristin Moreno, a first-grader at He still hesitated. She whis- Students write in science, social His motto? A quote from Holy Family, who was holding the pered in his ear. studies, math — all classes, she British statesman Winston pages of his story up, covering his “Because my mommy made said. Churchill: “Never give up. Never face so only his eyes peeked me,” Tristin finally blurted. “Reading and writing is so give up. Never give up.” above. But you could tell, Tristin, Laughing, she reminded him important to their success in every- And he encouraged the students whose store was about a long, how much fun he had the year thing they do,” she said. to adopt the same motto. nameless toilet spring, was smil- before, but he didn’t seem to And the conference speakers He also told students that if ing. remember much from the year talk about their writing, what writ- they’re interested in writing, just Tristin’s was just one of several before. ers do, the process they go through write, no matter what it is, just hundred creative imaginations “That was a long time ago,” he to write and how they became write. weaving tales at the 2006 Diocese said. writers, Wiwi said. During his session with kinder- of Fort Wayne-South Bend Young But he’s writing, and that’s The conference guest speakers garten and first-graders, Urbany Author’s Conference held recently what seemed to be the important included Steve Swinburne, author JEN OCHSTEIN sang to students about the different Caroline Blue, a third-grader at parts that make up a story and St. John’s, shows off the story she entertained the kids with songs on wrote to share with others during his guitar. Despite the guest speakers, Jazz legend Dave Brubeck to the small group sharing time at many of the kids seemed most the 2006 Young Author’s excited about being able to share Conference at Marian High School. the stories they wrote during the receive Laetare Medal small group sharing time. Mitchell Isenhart, 7, a second- NOTRE DAME — Jazz pianist strangest and loveliest music ever of 20 children’s books about grader at St. John, South Bend, and composer Dave Brubeck has played since jazz was born.” nature, and Joe Urbany, a musical was one of those. been awarded the University of In addition to such signature storyteller. Though it was a work of fiction Notre Dame’s Laetare Medal for works as “Blue Rondo a la Turk” During his presentation to sec- — a trip to Disneyland — he was 2006. He will receive the medal, and “Take Five,” Brubeck has ond and third-graders, Swinburne hoping that everything he’d imag- the oldest and most prestigious written, performed and recorded encouraged students to explore ined would one day come true. He honor given to American Catholics, ballets, a musical, an oratorio, can- their world and write about what said one day he’d like to go. during the university’s 161st com- tatas, a Mass, compositions for they see. Asked why he likes to write, mencement exercises May 21. jazz combos and orchestras and He talked about visiting a bear Mitchell didn’t hesitate: “Because “The composed energy of Mr. numerous solo piano pieces. den in Pennsylvania and manatees it’s fun.” Brubeck’s art helps us apprehend Last June, on a National Public — the subject of one of his latest Indeed. the fullness of creation,” said Radio program, Brubeck spoke of books — in Florida. Notre Dame’s president, Father his belief that “we each are protag- John I. Jenkins, CSC. “His life and onists in a great human drama and his music splendidly interweave it is in our daily choices, large and the celebration of beauty with the CNS PHOTO/BOB ROLLER small, that we contribute on one imperative to worship.” side or the other in a continual The University of Notre Dame Tune in March 29 – 31 Born Dec. 6, 1920, in Concord, struggle between good and evil, Calif., Brubeck spent much of his announced that jazz musician and forgiveness and revenge, mercy for childhood on a cattle ranch near composer Dave Brubeck will and ruthless power.” He said that Ione, aspiring to be a rancher. His receive its Laetare Medal. The he thought that all great faiths had mother was a classical pianist and medal has been awarded annually in common the imperative “to love teacher, and by the time her son to a Catholic “whose genius has your enemies,” and quoted Chief Sharathon was 4 years old, he had delighted ennobled the arts and sciences, Joseph of the Nez Perce tribe’s her with his precocious keyboard illustrated the ideals of the church observation that “the Great Spirit skill while troubling her with his and enriched the heritage of made us all.” predilection for popular tunes and humanity.” “Science through DNA knows idiosyncratic improvisations. He this to be true,” Brubeck said. attended the College of the Pacific strengthen man’s knowledge of “The very cells of our body know in Stockton, Calif., at first intend- God.” After the war, he returned to this to be true, and our great reli- ing to study veterinary medicine, California and enrolled at Mills gions know it to be true. Our hope but became a music major within a College under the GI Bill to study lies in the Great Spirit, the God of year of his arrival. While in col- music with the French classical all creation, that my particular lege, he played jazz for a weekly composer Darius Millhaud. faith calls the Holy Spirit.” campus radio show whose director He began playing jazz in San The Laetare Medal is so named was Iola Marie Whitlock, a Francisco nightclubs, and by 1951 because its recipient is announced woman to whom he has now been had formed the Brubeck Quartet, each year in celebration of Laetare married for 63 years. which so dramatically reshaped Sunday, the fourth Sunday in Lent Drafted for military service fol- both the sounds and the audiences on the church calendar. “Laetare,” lowing college, he spent two years of American jazz music that the the Latin word for “rejoice,” is the of World War II playing in a band 1954 release of its album, “Jazz first word in the entrance antiphon at Camp Haan in Southern Goes to College,” was the subject of the Mass that Sunday, which rit- California before being sent to the of a Time magazine cover story ually anticipates the celebration of European theater in 1944. He once which described Brubeck as “the Easter. The medal bears the Latin said that his experience of war most exciting new jazz artist at inscription, “Magna est veritas et convinced him that “something work today” and the composer and prevalebit,” “Truth is mighty, and CatholicCatholic Radio Radio should be done musically to performer of “some of the it shall prevail.” 14501450 AM AM

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Bend were eager to begin a two- riculum is organized. Anecdotal BY KAY COZAD day workshop presented by stories helped illustrate the points. Pierson on March 20-21, held at Jo Ann Roscoe, associate super- FORT WAYNE — Dr. Rita the Archbishop Noll Catholic intendent for curriculum in the Pierson grew up in a well-educat- Center in downtown Fort Wayne. Catholic Schools Office, said ed, middle-class family in segre- Over 100 participants, representing Pierson’s workshop was scheduled gated Houston, Texas, where as many as 25 schools from the a year in advance with funding poverty lived “next door.” As a Catholic elementary schools, East from Title Four: Safe and Drug school speech therapist, elemen- Allen, Huntington, Anderson, Free Schools money. tary and secondary teacher of reg- Dekalb, Plymouth Community She and others from the diocese ular and special education, coun- Schools, Lutheran schools and oth- believe Pierson’s workshop selor and eventually administrator ers, gathered together with work- addressed many issues teachers in the Chicago area, she has wit- books and handouts to learn how face including bullying and other nessed firsthand the impact pover- to overcome the challenges of eco- disciplinary issues within their ty has on a child’s educational nomic class within their schools. own schools. She hopes partici- opportunities. Pierson, whose self-proclaimed pants will “take the information During her time as an middle-class attire and discourse, back to their own schools and train urban/suburban school administra- engaged those in attendance with others to open their eyes to kids’ tor Pierson, who now holds a doc- humorous anecdotes and situation- behaviors.” torate in education and is a al narratives centering on the Roscoe, along with Mary licensed professional counselor, issues educators face with eco- Schreiber, principal at Benoit met Ruby Payne at a workshop on nomically diverse students. The Academy, have been trained to poverty and education. That was a focus during the first day of the teach economic class information meeting that changed her life. workshop was teaching the under- and have provided individual Ruby Payne, Ph.D, has been an standing of poverty and its effects workshops for local schools. educator since 1972. After years of on education. Schreiber says, “This is an out- working with poverty and eco- She spoke of the eight standing workshop. As principal I nomic class issues, she authored resources of a student including believe my staff needs to hear “A Framework for Understanding financial, emotional, support and these things. She (Pierson) has a Poverty,” that teaches the hidden more. Language and discourse pat- lot to offer.” rules of poverty and strategies to terns were discussed as well as the Tim Weigand and Ryan overcome the obstacles created by hidden rules among economic Donaghy of Gateway Woods these rules. classes. Hidden rules, she says, are School reported that the “hidden Since its first publication in not stereotypes and can only be rules were right on target.” 1995, Payne has authored several learned by observation, adding that “I’m excited to read the materi- other books on related topics as KAY COZAD educators must understand the al to gain a new perspective and well as speaking to groups of edu- Dr. Rita Pierson from the Houston-based aha Process, Inc. speaks to over rules a child in poverty lives by to better understand a completely dif- cators and other professionals 100 educators, administrators and other professionals from around the understand his or her behavior. ferent culture,” says Weigand, who throughout North America and diocese during a two day workshop providing a “framework for under- Additionally, the educator must works with children on probation. Australia on the culture of poverty. standing poverty.” The workshop was held at the Archbishop Noll be willing to teach the hidden rules Patty Caraway, from Anderson During the workshop Pierson Catholic Center in Fort Wayne. of the middle-class-based structure Community Schools Title One attended, she compared Payne’s of the school systems. This, she Reading Program, saw the work- research on the culture of poverty says, will eliminate many of the shop as a great opportunity. “I from her research in Haiti, to her ing economic class within aha! time consultant and international behavior problems teachers face could picture students I have ques- own research done within the Process, Inc., a company founded speaker for aha Process, Inc. since today. Effective discipline inter- tions about as she spoke.” schools around the Chicago area by Payne in 1994, dedicated to 1998. ventions as well as mediation and Pierson left the group with and found amazing similarities. educating professionals on the Educators, administrators and cognitive strategies were identified information on teaching children Her interest led her to work effects of class and poverty on other professionals from the along with how economic realities the rules of behavior to move from with Payne on the issues surround- society. Pierson has been a full- Diocese of Fort Wayne-South affect patterns of living. poverty to middle class using these The following day participants points: Poverty is relative, occurs were met with teacher-based, in all races, is generational and sit- hands-on information on effective uational and is based on patterns. 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divine institution that forms our The complete series of Catholic Church, we will not for- Disciples in Mission Disciples in Mission literature get the mission entrusted to us by can be found at Jesus Christ. Our faith in Christ and our baptism call us, through “Put out into deep water and lower your nets for a catch.” www.diocesefwsb.org/DM our various occupations and voca- tions, to be priestly, prophetic and kingly people of God. Christ is relying on us, with the help of his Spirit, to take an active part in building up the church, the people Living Christ today: The church today of God. A healthy personal evalu- ation of our baptismal commit- ment will once again remind us of BY GINNY KOHRMAN share a common set of beliefs missionaries, bringing about the row-minded that I forget about my the importance of each member of revealed to us by God through kingdom of God on earth until we brothers and sisters who need love the body of Christ. We are all Jesus Christ, enlightened by the reach it in perfection at the end of and attention? wounded and in need to reconcili- Opening prayer Holy Spirit. It is through this com- time. The catechism tells us that all ation and healing. We are all val- mon ground of faith that love is But what does this vocation the baptized, “by regeneration and ued without exception. We are the O God, humble but strong, we able to flourish within the family look like in a modern world that the anointing of the Holy Spirit, God’s holy people, the church your people gather to celebrate of God. The church is a body of appears to reject Christian princi- are consecrated to be a spiritual today. your eternal presence among us. believers who belong to the Lord ples and attitudes? How can one house and a holy priesthood.” As Infinitely redeemed and empow- in faith, hope and love. The gifts be prophetic in a society that turns priestly people, we are to present ered by the life, death and resur- of the Holy Spirit, given to the a deaf ear to those who attempt to ourselves as a living, holy and rection of Jesus Christ, you have members of the church at the first proclaim the Gospel? How can pleasing gift to God. Reflection and chosen us to be your church. Pentecost, fortified them to one be “kingly” when our society connection Chosen and blessed as a group of “receive the mission of proclaim- promotes excessive self-sufficien- Prophetic people royal priests, we are challenged to ing and establishing among all cy and individualism? Perhaps it is As prophetic people, we are • What are the gifts you continue your mission in the peoples the kingdom of Christ and best to take another look at what it called to be living witnesses to received from the Holy Spirit for world. In thanksgiving for your of God...” — LG, # 5. The church means to be a priestly, prophetic Christ through our faith, love and building up the church? Do you mercy, which has called us from today is summoned, through the and kingly people of God. worship. With faith in the spirit of feel you are empowered to use the darkness of sin, we ask you to power of that same Holy Spirit, to truth and the guidance of the these gifts in concrete ways in the make us a light to our world — a renew this eternal commitment to Priestly people church’s magisterium, we are church or in the world? holy nation built on the corner- Jesus Christ, who is the Good The ministerial priesthood and asked to know and obey the teach- • What keeps you from using stone of Jesus Christ. Help us to be Shepherd, the sheep gate. (John the common priesthood of the ings of our faith so that we can your prophetic abilities to be the living stones, built into a spiritual 10:7) faithful are different, but interrelat- share that faith with others. God voice of God in the world today? house of mutual love and endless ed. Each, in its own important but asks us to be his voice in the How might you begin to carry out praise to you, our Creator and Life with Jesus Christ distinct way, shares in the priest- world. this prophetic call? Lord. Amen. We are aware that through hood of Jesus Christ. Our ministe- The Holy Spirit also “distrib- — Adapted from 1 Pt 2: 1-10. Jesus Christ we are redeemed and rial priests, through the sacred utes special graces among the Evangelizing action changed into a new creation. (2 power bestowed upon them in the faithful of every rank” to renew Scripture: 1 Cor 12: 12-31: Acts Cor. 5:17) From every land and sacrament of holy orders, “forms and build up the church. — LG # challenge 2: 43-47: Eph 4: 1-6: Acts 4: 32-35 nation, Christ calls people to share and governs the priestly people; in 12. With discernment and the sup- For interior renewal life with him: From age to age, the person of Christ he brings port of those in authority, each is Make a short list of questions Commentary you gather a people to yourself, so about the eucharistic sacrifice and asked to share their gifts for the about your faith and seek out that from east to west a perfect offers it to God in the name of all benefit of others. Being a prophet- answers to these questions with a In the first-century church, peo- offering may be made to the glory the people. Those who are mem- ic people requires openness to the spiritual mentor, priest or cate- ple gathered in the Jewish temple of your name. — Eucharistic bers of the common priesthood gifts of the Holy Spirit. Do we chist. Join or form a spiritual book to pray and then met in their Prayer III. As Catholic Christians also share in the offering of the receive these gifts with an attitude club and discuss books, articles or homes for the breaking of the we believe that, through baptism, Eucharist. They “exercise that of charity toward others and for church teachings as a group. bread. (Acts 4: 46) These we enter into this life of Christ and priesthood, by the reception of the the common good of the whole Christians were said to be of one the body of Christ. When we sacraments, by prayer and thanks- church? Do we actively seek to Reaching out to others mind and one heart, sharing all receive Christ in the holy giving, by the witness of a holy understand our faith with the help Pray for good and faithful things equally, praying together as Eucharist, we become one with life, self-denial and active charity.” of the Holy Spirit so that we may vocations to the ministerial priest- a family and inviting others to him and one with each other. In — LG #10. be a source of truth and knowl- hood. Assist in teaching children come to know the one whom they “Lumen Gentium,” it is written, There are many faithful and edge for others? Do we bear wit- or youth about the Catholic faith, deeply loved, Jesus Christ. (Acts “All members must be formed in good members of both the ministe- ness to the one to whom we spiritual traditions or prayers ... 4: 44, 47) The first-century his (Christ’s) likeness, until Christ rial and common priesthood. belong? Just as the early Christians especially in your family or Christian church may have been in is formed in them.” — LG, #7. Still, all of us are human beings bore witness to Christ’s life and parish. Don’t expect that someone its infancy stages — yet today, fol- Christ continually gives his mem- with human failings. Ongoing spir- teachings, we, too, are called to else is doing this. Take your chil- lowing the Second Vatican bers the human and divine gifts itual growth often requires a tell others about the love and dren to church each week and Council, we look to those needed to build up the body of prayerful internal examination of mercy of Jesus Christ: “With great help them understand the beauty Christian roots and ideals to Christ, the church. our commitment to Christ. Self- power, the apostles bore witness to of each of the sacraments. strengthen and direct the Catholic The catechism states that we evaluation of our priestly vocation, the resurrection of the Lord Jesus Church in our modern world. are the “seeds and beginning of the first received at baptism, can Christ, and great favor was accord- Transforming society The early Christian Church kingdom,” the “little flock” whose reflect spiritual healthiness and ed them.” — Acts 4:33. Try to respond each day in family realized that Jesus Christ shepherd is Jesus, a pilgrim peo- confidence in the guidance of the love to those you meet. Build up was the fulfillment of the promise ple. It is within the people of God Holy Spirit. Perhaps we could Kingly people society and the church by treating God had made to redeem the that the kingdom of heaven on reflect on the following questions: Through Christ’s death and res- each individual as you would world. The invisible God was earth remains until it is fully • Do I feel I am personally urrection, he invites us to share in Jesus Christ. Pray that our country made visible through the over- achieved in heaven. It is through “formed” in the faith? Do I make his kingship. Christ’s kingship is will be open to the message of flowing love of God: “For God so the church that the truth and grace my needs known to those who can not one of domination and control Jesus Christ. loved the world that he gave his of Jesus Christ is communicated to teach me about the faith? Do I take but rather one of loving service for only Son, that whoever believes in all. “Lumen Gentium” states, “The advantage of classes or retreats, all. In Mt 20:28, Jesus says, “The him should not perish but have church, in Christ, is a sacrament through which I may grow closer Son of Man did not come to be Closing prayer: eternal life. ” — Jn 3:16. — a sign and instrument, that is, to Christ? served but to serve and to give his Those who believed in Christ, of communion with God and of • Is there a way that I may be life as a ransom of many.” As we How lovely your dwelling, O through the power of the Holy the unity of the entire human of help to my pastor so that he grow in our awareness of God’s Lord of hosts! Spirit, gathered together as bap- race...” — LG, #1. may have more time to dedicate to love for us, we want to return that My soul yearns and pines for tized sons and daughters of God, teaching and guiding my parish? love to others. As kingly the courts of the Lord. to continue the mission of Jesus The people of God • Are there ways in which I Christians, we are asked to serve My heart and flesh cry out for Christ. This assembly of believers The people of God is that group might be of help in teaching or as Christ served ... giving our all the living God. would eventually be called “the of people who share in the new mentoring others with heartfelt for the sake of others. Empowered, As the sparrow finds a home church.” The Vatican II document and perfect covenant, one that was dignity, truth and compassion? strengthened and anointed by the And the swallow a nest to set- “Lumen Gentium” states that the confirmed in Christ. Jesus “called • Am I committed to regular Spirit of Christ, we are called to tle her young, church was prefigured throughout together a race made up of Jews participation in the sacramental love one another as Christ loved My home is by your altars, the history of the people of Israel, and gentiles, which would be one, life of the church and the faith for- and to be “of one mind and one Lord of hosts, my king and my fulfilled in Jesus Christ and the not according to the flesh, but in mation of my children? heart.” God! outpouring of his Holy Spirit and the Spirit.” The people of God are • Do I ask my pastor to help me Happy are those who dwell in will “be brought to glorious com- those who are a “chosen race, a understand those aspects of every- The church today your house! pletion at the end of time.” — LG, royal priesthood, a holy nation.” day life that require well-informed Each period of church history They never cease to praise # 2. In other words, there is still a — CCC # 781-782. Through faith moral choices? brings with it many blessings and you. lot of work to do. in Christ and baptism, the people • Within our fast-paced lives, great challenges. This millennium — Ps 84:1-5 The church is a group of fol- of God share in the priestly, do I remember to turn to the Lord is no different. If we are mindful lowers who are “called out” to live prophetic and kingly vocation of in prayer and discernment? Have I that the spirit of Jesus is always in unity with the Trinity and to Jesus Christ. We are called to be become so individualistic and nar- alive within both the human and 10 TODAY’ S CATHOLIC APRIL 2, 2006

the archbishop said he and Pope Pope to meet with Benedict “are re-elaborating the Archbishop of papal ceremonies.” He said, “I send him my notes and he returns Canterbury later this them with his signature as a sign year EWS RIEFS of approval, or else he suggests, N B completes or corrects.” The arch- LONDON (CNS) — Pope bishop did not provide details Benedict XVI will meet the head about what changes people may of the worldwide Anglican POPE WAVES TO THE FAITHFUL AFTER MASS IN ROME see in the papal liturgies or when Communion later this year to dis- they would be unveiled. cuss relations between the two faiths. The visit, which will take place on an unspecified date in the Author says book of fall, was announced March 23 by miracles shows human Anglican Archbishop Rowan Williams of Canterbury, spiritual side of late pontiff head of the Anglican church. The OXFORD, England (CNS) — A visit will mark the 40th anniver- Polish Catholic journalist whose sary of the 1966 meeting between new book has documented mira- Pope Paul VI and Anglican cles of healing attributed to Pope Archbishop Michael Ramsey of John Paul II said the book shows Canterbury; Archbishop Williams the very human side of the late wears the ring Pope Paul gave pontiff. “Whether or not we see Archbishop Ramsey. The meeting these stories as miraculous signs, also coincides with the founding they show the human dimension of The Anglican Centre in Rome of this pontificate — how the pope the same year. It will be the sec- was close to people and touched ond time Archbishop Williams has their lives,” said author Pawel met Pope Benedict; the two greet- Zuchniewicz. “The Miracles of ed each other the day after the John Paul II,” issued by Warsaw- pope’s inaugural Mass, which he based publishers, includes exam- also attended. “I am very much ples of healings attributed to the looking forward to the visit and pontiff’s intervention before and especially to meeting Pope after his death April 2, 2005. In Benedict once again,” Archbishop CNS PHOTO/CHRIS HELGREN, REUTERS the book, Kay Kelly of Liverpool, Williams said March 23. Pope Benedict XVI waves to the faithful after celebrating Mass March 26 in the Church England, describes how she recovered from what was thought Church’s credibility of God the Merciful Father, a modernistic church in Rome commissioned by John Paul II. to be terminal cancer after praying The pope quoted from a sermon his predecessor, Pope John Paul II, prepared shortly with the pope in March 1979, and with minorities called a mother from Mexico’s important in AIDS work before his death in which he worried that the world was succumbing to selfishness, fear Zacatecas state, Heron Badillo, and the power of evil. recounts how her son overcame WASHINGTON (CNS) — The leukemia after meeting the pope in credibility of the church among up to us — to silly academics and releases and audiovisual materials cal reality and, at the same time, to 1990. minorities makes it an important people who misuse facts,” Ryan on the organization. be the renunciation of a claim, institution in HIV/AIDS preven- told a group of Protestant, which should benefit ecumenical Oregon company tion and education programs at the Catholic and Jewish leaders gath- dialogue,” said a March 22 state- local level, said Catholic officials ered March 22 for the monthly Official: Time ripe for ment from the Pontifical Council develops hybrid tea involved in African-American and clergy dialogue sponsored by the improvement in for Promoting Christian Unity. Hispanic ministry. This credibility National Conference for The title “patriarch of the West” rose in honor of late helps break down the taboos, stig- Community and Justice. He said Vatican-China relations was dropped without explanation pope mas and misconceptions associat- talking about the popular book — from the 2006 edition of the ed with the disease, said Beverly and upcoming movie — should VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The Annuario Pontificio, the Vatican PORTLAND, Ore. (CNS) — Carroll, executive director of the “strengthen our congregations to time is ripe for improvement in yearbook, published in late There have been medals, mugs, U.S. bishops’ Secretariat for be able to deal with what’s out Vatican-China relations, said a top February. In the new edition, the puzzles and even a commemora- African-American Catholics, and there” in terms of religious igno- Vatican official. In interviews pope is described as “bishop of tive umbrella, but an Oregon com- Ronaldo Cruz, executive director rance and misconceptions. “This with a Hong Kong television sta- Rome, vicar of Jesus Christ, suc- pany has created arguably the of the bishops’ Secretariat for is a vaccine,” said Ryan, whose tion and local newspaper, South cessor of the prince of the apos- most elegant memorial for the late Hispanic Affairs. In both minority area of specialization is medieval China Morning Post, the Vatican’s tles, supreme pontiff of the uni- Pope John Paul II. Medford-based groups, the percentage of people church history. “This articulates foreign minister, Archbishop versal church, primate of Italy, Jackson & Perkins unveiled a infected with the AIDS virus is the silliness that’s out there. We Giovanni Lajolo, said there was archbishop and metropolitan of hybrid tea rose in honor of the much higher than their percent- could use it as a way of inoculat- hope for an eventual normaliza- the province of Rome, sovereign pope, who died a year ago April 2. ages in the overall U.S. popula- ing ourselves.” tion of relations between the two of Vatican City State and servant Company representatives worked tion. In the African-American states. “The fact itself of (China) of the servants of God.” In previ- with Vatican officials over a peri- community people are afraid they entering into unofficial contacts is ous editions, the title “patriarch of od of several months to designate will be identified “as someone Opus Dei unveils new an attitude not of closure but of the West” had been listed after the rose. In addition, the company who is promiscuous, who has had Web site in 22 openness,” the archbishop told the “supreme pontiff of the universal will put 10 percent of sales at the sex outside of marriage or who is Hong Kong-based newspaper. church.” disposal of the Vatican; church a drug abuser,” said Carroll. The languages While official diplomatic ties have officials have designated the poor result is that people are afraid to been severed since 1951, some people in sub-Saharan Africa as get tested, she said. Cruz said the NEW YORK (CNS) — In its sort of improvement may be on Pope Benedict’s the recipients. The Vatican chose Hispanic value system opposes fourth design in the past decade, the horizon, he added. “The time the pure white rose, which its cre- homosexuality and “there is a cul- Opus Dei has launched a new ver- is ripe,” the archbishop said liturgies to change, ators are calling luminous. The tural norm which seems to say that sion of its Web site at www.opus- March 25 on a Hong Kong cable says papal master of color is reminiscent of the late if you have AIDS you’re gay.” A dei.org. The Web site, which was television program. “We hope for pope's white garb, and the descrip- lack of knowledge means that visited by more than 3 million an opening on the part of the ceremonies tion brings to mind the five lumi- people do not understand that the people in 2005, offers information Chinese authorities, who cannot MILAN, Italy (CNS) — Liturgies nous mysteries the pontiff added disease "can be contracted by about Opus Dei as well as news ignore the expectations of their celebrated by Pope Benedict XVI to the rosary in 2002. "Pope John innocent people," he said. about the Catholic Church and the people or the signs of the times.” are undergoing changes, said the Paul, a man of peace and compas- pope. It is now available in 22 lan- sion, was one of the most revered guages. “‘The Da Vinci Code’ has papal master of liturgical cere- monies. Archbishop Piero Marini, leaders of our time," said Bill Speaker: ‘Da Vinci definitely increased the number of Vatican says pope Williams, president of Jackson & visitors to our Web site,” said who also served as master of cere- Code’ lies could bring dropped title for monies for Pope John Paul II, said Perkins, a nationally recognized Peter Bancroft of the Opus Dei gardening and outdoor decorating more interest in faith communications office in New theological, historical that with Pope Benedict “I have to be a little more attentive because company. The 2006 papal rose is York. “In 2005, we had 15 million available through the company's CORAL GABLES, Fla. (CNS) — reasons he is an expert in liturgy. But it page hits, from 3 million different March catalog or via its Web site, Instead of fearing or trashing “The gives me satisfaction because he visitors. Just on the U.S. version VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope www.jacksonandperkins.com. Da Vinci Code,” people of faith always recognizes the work that of the site, we have had a million Benedict XVI has dropped “patri- should view it as a much-needed has been done, and we talk about visitors to our page about ‘The Da arch of the West” from his official vaccine against ignorance, accord- it together,” said the 64-year-old Vinci Code.’” An improved press titles because it was theologically ing to Thomas Ryan, chairman of Italian, who has worked at the room section of the site offers imprecise and historically obso- the religious studies department at Vatican since 1965. In a March 20 contact information for Opus Dei lete, the Vatican said. “The renun- St. Thomas University in Miami. interview with the Milan-based press offices around the world, as ciation of this title is meant to “It is a novel that holds a mirror online news site, Affari Italiani, well as backgrounders, press express a historical and theologi- APRIL 2, 2006 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 11 REKINDLE THE AMAZEMENT ‘Redemptionis Sacramentum’ revisited

BY BEVERLY RIEGER

n 2003, Pope John throughout the world. Communion, the communicant is Paul II wrote an “Redemptionis Sacramentum” is to make a simple but reverent bow. Iencyclical letter enti- this instruction. Bishop D’Arcy People are to receive Communion tled “Ecclesia de implemented it for our diocese on standing. Eucharistia,” (“On the Jan. 16, 2005. • There is a posture change: Eucharist in Its In all of the new church docu- The priest invokes “Pray my Relationship to the ments we have been presented brothers and sisters ...” and the Church”). In this with a beautiful vision of liturgy. people rise and pray “May the beautiful encyclical, The documents speak eloquently Lord accept this sacrifice ...” Pope John Paul of the people of God as a royal • The cups of wine are brought writes: priesthood, of the incredible gift of to the altar from a side table at the “By the gift of the the Eucharist, of the right and duty time of the preparation of the altar. Holy Spirit at of the baptized to full, conscious The bread in a ciborium and the Pentecost, the church and active participation in the cele- wine in a flagon are brought for- was born and set out bration of the Mass. ward by the gift bearers. The wine upon the pathways of The stated purpose of is then poured into the cups. It is the world, yet a deci- “Redemptionis Sacramentum” is no longer permitted for consecrated sive moment in her to deepen appreciation of our litur- wine to be poured from a flagon at taking shape was cer- gical norms, to explain and to cor- the time of the Lamb of God. tainly the institution of rect abuses. “Redemptionis • We may no longer use glass the Eucharist in the Sacramentum” is a universal or pottery for sacred vessels such Upper Room ... In this instruction, which speaks to as chalices, cups or ciborium. The gift Jesus Christ entrusted churches in Asia, Africa, Latin flagon may be glass because it to his church the perennial America, Europe, Antarctica, the does not hold consecrated wine. making present of the paschal United States, Canada, and, in fact, • Communion ministers to the mystery. With it he brought throughout the world. By necessi- sick are no longer to bring up a about a mysterious ‘oneness in ty, it deals with issues that are not pyx at the time of Communion. time’ between that triduum and the particular issues in our diocese. There is a special sending forth passage of the centuries. The For the Diocese of Fort Wayne- ceremony after Communion. thought of this leads us to pro- South Bend, Bishop John M. • Those who bring Communion found amazement and gratitude.” D’Arcy’s has spoken about the fol- to the sick must not go to any (#5) The pope goes on to say: “I lowing points contained in parish function or reception, or would like to rekindle this “Redemptionis Sacramentum”: carry out any secular duty, but eucharistic ‘amazement’ by the • As far as possible, holy must proceed immediately to the present encyclical letter.” Communion should be received home of the person to receive As an aspect of this rekindling from breads consecrated at that Communion. Furthermore, the rite of “amazement,” Pope John particular Mass. for the administration of Paul asks that we look • The bread used must be Communion to the sick must carefully at our celebra- unleavened, purely of wheat, always be used. tion of the liturgy. At recently made and from an • For exposition of the Blessed the end of the encycli- approved recipe. Sacrament, the norms are impor- cal, he asks the • Especially at Sunday celebra- tant. They bring out the essential Roman Curia to tions, suitable sacred music should link between Mass and exposition. prepare an be used. The host to be used during exposi- instruction for • The priest must follow the tion should, when possible, be the universal regulations of the church regarding consecrated at the Mass that church on which texts for Mass can be adapt- immediately precedes exposition. various ed and which must be prayed This should always be the norm. aspects of “word for word.” • The importance of the sacra- eucharis- • No altering the translation of ment of penance was emphasized. tic prac- the Lectionary readings. • For first holy Communion, the tice • Only an ordained minister is minister to the first communicants permitted to give the homily. The should always be a priest. only exception is contained in the As liturgical ministers, we are directives for Masses with all called to do our part to carry on Children. the spirit of Vatican II. We need to • The priest has a responsibility proclaim the word with knowledge to prepare his homily prayerfully. and joy, having prepared well. • The gifts of bread and wine Our music needs to be quality and the offering of money and music, well prepared and pastoral- gifts for the poor are brought ly sound for the people of our forward. However, to bring up parish. Our church art needs to be large amounts of food through authentic and the best possible art, heavy baskets and which will help our parish commu- other vehicles nity lift up their hearts to God. Our may distract parish community must be a wel- from the true coming sign of the presence of nature of this Christ among us. The homilies offering and must be well prepared and direct should not be people to a deeper understanding continued. of Scripture and of a well-lived • Before spiritual life. We must have out- receiving reach to the poor among us. All of these things will help bring about the vision of Pope John Paul II: “I would like to rekindle this eucharistic ‘amaze- ment,’” which is also the vision of Vatican II of a “participation burn- ing with faith, hope and charity.”

Beverly Rieger is the director of the Office of Worship. 12 COMMUNION APRIL 2, 2006 Teaching our children to pray begins long before first Communion

BY LISA KOCHANOWSKI on their foot and said, ‘I’m sorry,’ excited to learn about your faith the seed was planted. Appealing to the senses together.” “By the time a child reaches “You can explore the senses SOUTH BEND — Who is Jesus’ kindergarten and enrolls in a and see what good things you can A search for symbols dad? Who is Jesus’ mom? Catholic school or an RE program, do with the hands, sharing, pray- These are questions commonly children have, for the most part, ing, helping eyes, ears God has Artusi suggested things like asked by all young children when already learned many/most of the given you,” said Artusi. having a scavenger hunt around they start asking questions about makings of the Golden Rule and Society has offered so many the house to look for items of Jesus and church. It is the natural much about reconciliation and ways to introduce God — like Catholic identity — pictures, stat- progression of their brain activity Eucharist from their parents by books, movies and music — that ues, medals, crosses, crucifixes — as they mature, but sometimes the example,” Artusi added. parents can purchase and play for and, depending on the age of the questions get a little bit deeper and Infants are like a blank sheet of their children along with games child, you can start explaining in parents might find themselves a paper waiting for information to be and puzzles that help explain the age-appropriate terms and then little stumped or think that their put on the tablet and getting that Gospels and messages of Jesus. keep adding more to the definition child is too young to understand information early just helps the “Alternate with reading regular as they age; use ordinary things the basics of the Catholic faith. child as they grow to toddlers and stores to them and Bible stories. associated with their own baptism “Children learn what they live. preschool age. There are many good beginner as a teaching lesson — look at Faith sharing begins between hus- Bibles out now with lots and lots their baptismal pictures, talk about band and wife first; then this love LISA KOCHANOWSKI the white garment, the candle; Great capacity for belief Young Andy Kochanowski takes a of colorful, inviting pictures,” sug- and faith naturally just overflows gested Artusi. “In addition to look at the pictures in your wed- moment to thank God for his din- to the children. Your love will be and imagination watching children’s shows on TV ding album with them, point out contagious,” said Christine ner. His big brother Kyle taught the church, the priest, and the “It seems to me that young chil- and DVD, there are many out- Bettcher, religious education him a prayer: “Our hands we fold, standing children’s movies avail- cross; establish a holy space — a leader for Little Flower Church in dren must find it easy to believe in sort of prayer corner — when you God because they have such a our heads we bow, for food and able. Some suggestions are Veggie South Bend about why parents drink we thank Jesus and (whoev- Tales and the “Gospel According are reading Bible stories. They can should teach children about God great capacity for belief and imagi- put out the cloth on an end table nation,” said Kara O’Malley, er prepared the meal).” to St. Bernard.” The Veggie Tales starting before the age of five. series is well done and promotes a (or the like), carry and set out the “If you witness love and faith at apprentice catechetical leader at St. Bible (with respect) and help you Thomas the Apostle Church in return, and we treat them well.” Bible story with a theme. There home, as well as commitment to Bettcher said, “Show them are also sing-along tapes to listen light a candle as the story is read. regular attendance and service at Elkhart. This shows it is something impor- “Any Christian must first start what God does, and share your to and learn the words to while your parish at an early age, they constant gratitude and excitement. perhaps holding the ‘stuffed veg- tant that we are reading about; do will have the framework and foun- with imagination because the heart little skits/plays about Bible sto- of our religion is mystery. Since Point out the tiny miracles all gie.’ Puzzles are also available dation for developing their own around us in creation, share love with large pieces for little hands. ries. They can be very simple at unique spirituality and growing in young children view much of their first and then become more and life as a mystery and more than and point out kindness. Create “The Gospel According to St. their relationship with God,” things together, making food or Bernard” is great for Christian more complicated as the children Bettcher added. that, as a series of exciting surpris- age. es, this is not as troubling for them projects, and talk about how God education in the home. What is Religious education leaders feel created everything they see, hear, portrayed is a real-life situation in it is extremely important for par- as it becomes when we get older and begin to learn about things taste, touch and smell. Share God’s which real-live positive solutions Never too young to start ents to start engaging their children love with others, inviting the chil- to problems are worked out (with in the ways of the Catholic faith at like logic and proofs and inconsis- praying with children tency,” said O’Malley. dren to serve family, friends and no violence).” an early age so the family can their community in small, mean- “Above all, make time to pray grow together in God’s love. So how can a parent get start- ed? It is recommended that parents ingful, beautiful ways. Talk about Catholic tours, traditions with your children, even when start with some short and easy to how it feels to give and receive they are tiny babies. If you and Parents are primary understand verbal examples and love.” Giving children physical exam- your spouse and your child pray educators initiate conversation about God ples of their faith helps them together nightly, then you will be with their children. Don’t forget Mary and understand it because they have instituting a grace-filled habit that “Parents are the primary educa- O’Malley said, “In explaining something to feel and touch that could last a lifetime,” said tors of their children,” said God to young children, perhaps it the saints relates to being Catholic. O’Malley. Michelle Artusi, religious educa- is best to get to the heart of the Artusi feels it is never too early “Bring them to church. Notice Religion, like life, has hard les- tion director at St. Pius X Church matter, and to the heart of God. to start talking about God, Jesus, the beautiful statues and paintings sons to teach, and parts of the in Granger. “They are the first ‘God is Love’ is a good starting Mary and the saints. around you. Be joyful about your Gospel can be difficult to teach heralds of the Gospel. They teach point. We can’t see God but we “As a parent, when you start faith. Take them on little pilgrim- young children. by example. Values are caught, not know that he is there with us teaching the alphabet along with age journeys to holy spots in town “It is difficult for children to taught. From very early on, chil- because we can love our families the letters and the words beginning ... like the grotto at Notre Dame or understand that this unseen source dren started to learn basic values and friends, and our parents and with those letters, don’t forget to some of our beautiful churches. of ever-present, all-knowing, from their parents. From the first siblings can love us. That love is include Catholic words also. For Let prayer be a calming and peace- divine, unconditional love is also time mommy accidentally stepped the way we can see God in this example, A is for apple but it is ful, regular time of your day ... their very best friend. Relate God’s world. Because he loves us so also for Adam (and Eve). This establishing regular morning, love to the love of their mother much, he gave us good things like introduces a Bible character to mealtime and evening prayer ritu- and father, who offer their lives in mommies and daddies and dogs them and gives you an opportunity als. Teach them traditional prayers, love for their children,” said and good food. Because we love to tell the story,” said Artusi. “I am and incorporate spontaneous Bettcher. “Explain how God is like him, we are thankful for the things special because God made me. prayers from their heart,” suggest- their very best friend ... help them he has given us, we love them in There is only one me.” ed Bettcher. “Tell the stories of the to understand that friends talk with saints, and try to act like them and listen to each other regularly, together, inspiring them to become so we too can grow in friendship Children’s saints by the simple holy choices with God if we increase and Fine Apparel Divine Mercy they make. 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CNS PHOTO/GREG TARCYZNSKI In his first encyclical, Pope Benedict writes that the Eucharist draws believers into Christ’s act of self-sacrifice. Christ, the pope said, gives the ultimate lesson in “love of neighbor.” The papal letter, “Deus Caritas Est” (“God Is Love”), was released Jan. 25 at the Vatican.

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BY CINDY WOODEN “Let Me Go: The Strength in Weakness of John Paul II” was VATICAN CITY (CNS) — From released March 15 in Italy and starting prayer groups to cheering featured reflections by the pope’s at the mention of his name, peo- longtime secretary, Cardinal ple around the world continue to Stanislaw Dziwisz of Krakow, show their devotion to Pope John Poland, and by Dr. Renato Paul II. Buzzonetti, the pope’s personal A year after Pope John Paul’s physician. death, the Vatican still maintains Buzzonetti, who was the a separate entrance to the grotto pope’s physician for almost 27 under St. Peter’s Basilica where years, wrote that the pope “was a he is buried, and Pope Benedict person very attentive to noticing XVI still cites his writings and symptoms, which he described example in his public speeches. with great exactness, evidently While the cause for Pope John with the aim of simply enlighten- Paul’s canonization continues ing his doctor and accelerating with interviews of people in his treatment so he could get Rome and Poland who were back to work. close to him, Pope John Paul “He always demonstrated an prayer groups are springing up attitude of profound interior around the world. serenity which — despite some Msgr. Slawomir Oder, the offi- moments of visible human disap- cial promoter of the pope’s saint- pointment and impatience — led hood cause, said the groups — him to accept sickness, physical one in Argentina calls itself “Juan pain and forced inactivity from Pablo Magno” (John Paul the the hands of God,” the doctor Great) — not only support the said. cause with their prayers, but they The title of the book comes study Pope John Paul’s writings. from the pope’s last words, mur- Pope Benedict does not appear mured in Polish: “Let me go to the house of the Father.” CNS PHOTO/CATHOLIC PRESS PHOTO In his contribution to the German Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, dean of the College of Cardinals, book, Cardinal Dziwisz said Pope blesses the casket of Pope John Paul II with holy water during his funer- John Paul’s life “from the begin- al Mass in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican April 8, 2005. Cardinal ning was marked by suffering, which he transformed into an Ratzinger would be elected pope April 19. instrument for his apostolate.” The Krakow cardinal said Pope John Paul’s obvious suffer- Laymen carry the ing in silence and his death were body of Pope his “last catechesis,” telling the John Paul II world that “moments of suffering through a packed and death must be lived in the St. Peter’s Square light of faith, with love and en route to the Christian hope, in complete aban- basilica at the donment to the will of God.” Vatican April 4, The way Pope John Paul lived and the way he died have led mil- 2005. An estimat- lions of people to his tomb. ed 4 million peo- Archbishop Angelo Comastri, ple paid their the papal vicar for Vatican City respects to the State, said that until Pope John pope over the Paul died an average of 300 peo- next several days. ple a day went down to the grotto below St. Peter’s to visit the tombs of the popes. Now, he said in early March, the daily number is 10 times greater and often reaches 20,000 on Sundays and holidays. Pope Benedict, one of Pope John Paul’s closest aides as pre- fect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, obviously tries to connect with those devot- ed to his predecessor. At the beginning of his pontif- CNS PHOTO/DYLAN MARTINEZ, REUTERS icate, Pope Benedict seemed sur- jealous of the attention; in fact, every continent. prised when people would inter- from the beginning of his pontifi- “The Holy Father, with his rupt him — especially during a cate he has urged the church to words and his works, has given Mass homily — with applause continue to study the teachings of us great things; but no less and cheers. his predecessor. important is the lesson he gave us When he would mention Pope CNS PHOTO/ALESSIA PIERDOMENICO, REUTERS Speaking to the Roman Curia from the chair of suffering and John Paul, the reaction was A young man in St. Peter’s Square holds a photo of Pope John Paul II on in December, he said: “No pope silence,” Pope Benedict said. immediate and predictable, and it the night the pope died, April 2, 2005. The news of the pope’s death has left us a quantity of texts In addition to the television did not take long for Pope was announced to more than 100,000 people gathered in the square equal to what he left us; no pope movies, documentaries and books Benedict to adjust his timing and, before him could visit the entire on the life of Pope John Paul, an especially with young people, to and was met with a long applause, an Italian sign of respect. Bells emphasize his predecessor’s tolled and many people wept openly. world like he did and speak Italian work focused specifically directly to men and women of on the suffering. name and let the crowds roar. APRIL 2, 2006 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 15 A year after Pope Benedict’s election, world sees new style of papacy

BY JOHN THAVIS “Human life is a relationship ... and the basic relationship is with the Creator, other- VATICAN CITY (CNS) — In April, the wise all relationships are fragile. To choose church marks the first anniversary of the God, that is the essential thing. A world death of Pope John Paul II and the election emptied of God, a world that has forgotten of Pope Benedict XVI, events that captured God, loses life and falls into a culture of the world’s attention and introduced a new death,” the pope said in a talk in March. style of papacy. He has zeroed in on what he has called Thousands will gather to pray in St. Europe’s spiritual fatigue, occasionally rat- Peter’s Square the evening of April 2, a tling the cages and rallying the forces on poignant reminder of the vigil outside the issues like gay marriage, cohabitation and late pope’s window on that date last year, abortion. when a hushed crowd was told the pontiff The pope’s style — deliberate and had “returned to the house of the Father.” thoughtful — was seen in the way he took As his sainthood cause gathers momen- up residence in the Apostolic Palace. He tum, Pope John Paul remains in people’s commissioned a lengthy remodeling of the hearts, a fact witnessed daily in the seeming- papal apartment, and only in December did ly endless line of pilgrims who come to his he really move in, along with his 20,000 grave carrying flowers, notes or a silent books. prayer. It impressed people at the Vatican that Pope Benedict, meanwhile, has used a the pope took the time to meet separately simple and direct approach to win over the with the often-overlooked groups of record crowds that are flocking to his employees who serve him every day, includ- appearances at the Vatican and elsewhere. ing ushers, papal gentlemen, members of the Quietly and slowly, in more than 200 ser- papal antechamber and the Vatican’s securi- mons and speeches, he has engaged the ty force. faithful and the wider society on fundamen- Pope Benedict has had an overwhelming- tal issues of truth, freedom, faith and human ly favorable reception, too, among the tens dignity. of thousands of pilgrims who come to see In some ways, it has taken a full year for him each week. When he moves through a the papal transition — a year to absorb the crowd, he seems to look people in the eye. legacy of Pope John Paul’s long pontificate Last year, when the pope waived the nor- and a year for Pope Benedict’s papacy to mal five-year waiting period for the start of come into focus. Pope John Paul II’s sainthood cause, he The new pope found himself presiding showed he was sensitive to the popular over many events scheduled under his pred- voice of the church. ecessor, like the Synod of Bishops last In April, when the crowds gather to pray October, several canonizations, the closing in St. Peter’s Square, he will join them in of the eucharistic year and numerous meet- remembering the late pontiff and the dra- ings and liturgies. matic events set in motion by his death. Pope Benedict has eased gently into his role. Those who hoped for tough new doc- trinal pronouncements, wholesale removal of liberal bishops and a rollback in liturgical reform have been disappointed. The pope’s only major document so far has been an encyclical that focused on what he called the foundation of the Christian message, “God is love,” and its implications for personal and institutional charity. The much-discussed Vatican document barring men with deep-seated homosexual tendencies from the priesthood, although CNS PHOTO BY ALESSIA GIULIANI, CATHOLIC PRESS PHOTO approved by Pope Benedict, was a project Pope Benedict XVI greets the crowd below the central balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica April 19 inherited from the previous pontificate. after he was elected the 265th pope. “I especially entrust myself to your prayers,” the 78- The long-rumored tsunami of replace- year-old pontiff said. ments in the Roman Curia has not hit yet. The pope’s only major appointment came last May, when he named U.S. Archbishop the pope said in a sermon last May. on human dignity, that people come before William J. Levada as head of the doctrinal As a teacher, he has turned to Scripture profits, that the right to life is an ancient congregation and later named him a cardi- far more than doctrine, making connections measure of humanity and not just a Catholic nal. between the early Christians of apostolic teaching and that efforts to exclude God But in March, the pope made his first times and modern men and women strug- from civil affairs are corroding modern soci- move to streamline Vatican offices. At least gling to live their faith. ety. temporarily, the council dealing with migra- Pope Benedict has tackled contemporary He returns often to a central theme — the tion was combined with the justice and social and political issues by emphasizing a relationship between God and man — in peace council, and the council that dialogues few main principles: that human rights rest language that can be clear-cut and gripping. with non-Christian religions — including Muslims — was combined with the council for culture. The final alignment of curial offices is not yet clear and the changes may Electronic cards available for free take months, but most expect a significant shrinking of the number of agencies. For the last year, however, Pope to mark pope’s 79th birthday Benedict’s priorities have not been adminis- NEW YORK (CNS) — A New York-based publisher of educational and cate- trative. Instead, he has embarked on what chetical materials is offering free electronic birthday cards to celebrate Pope might be described as a project to water the Benedict XVI’s 79th birthday April 16. roots of the faith. Through its Web site at www.webelieveweb.com, William H. Sadlier Inc. CNS PHOTO FROM KNA He has urged Catholics to rediscover allows people to choose from four electronic cards with slogans such as “All Christ as the focus of their personal lives God’s children love you, Holy Father” and “The whole world is happy on the White smoke pours from the chimney of the and to resist the tendency to make the indi- birthday of our pope.” Each card may be personalized and sent in English or Sistine Chapel signifying the election of vidual ego “the only criterion” for their Spanish. Pope Benedict XVI April 19 at the Vatican. choices. The pope has been careful to phrase William Sadlier Dinger, president of William H. Sadlier, said he and his The color of the smoke left uncertainty as to this as a sympathetic invitation and not a brother, board chairman Frank Sadlier Dinger, “see this as an opportunity for whether a new pope had been elected, but warning. millions of people from all over the world to tell the pope how much they love within a few minutes a bell on St. Peter’s “We continually close our doors; we con- him.” Basilica began pealing, indicating a new tinually want to feel secure and do not want “We hope children and their families will send e-mail greetings to the pope,” pope had been elected. to be disturbed by others and by God” — he added. and yet still Christ will come for his people, The company said the project received encouragement from the National Catholic Educational Association and the National Conference for Catechetical Leadership. 16 TODAY’ S CATHOLIC APRIL 2, 2006

EDITORIAL First Communion is a sacred moment, a seed COMMENTARY

TODAY’S CATHOLIC welcomes letters from readers. All letters must be signed and include a phone number and address for verification. of faith to be nourished Today’s Catholic reserves the right to edit for clarity and length. Address letters to: Today’s Catholic • P.O. Box 11169 • Fort Wayne, ith the coming of spring comes also the beautiful moment IN • 46856-1169 or e-mail to: [email protected] of first holy Communion for many of our second graders. But this graced-filled moment can also bring with it some your calendar and plan to attend. endured so much and who have W St. Joseph Garrett held steadfast in the faith. Our disappointing aspects, which these editors would like to point out, Membership dues for alumni is not so as to dampen the joy of the moment, but so as to help promote $5 and may be paid at the door office assists Catholics in 27 coun- a more reverent celebration of the sacrament. plans alumni this year. tries. The church there is growing Come reminisce with fellow and vibrant, but still in great need. First, in many a parish, the first Communion Mass has taken reunion We chose the theme of hope as a on the atmosphere of a show. Priests speak of parents and rela- classmates. This year’s reunion It is once again the time for focuses on the classes 1956 and highlight of our collection in 2006. tives fighting each other in the church for the best seats. In the From my vantage point, I see the church, friends and relatives loudly chatter before Mass as if in a thinking about alumni reunions 1981 from Garrett High School, and the 1956 class of St. Joseph. deep faith, hope and love of the movie theater. Parents with camera in hand charge right up the for this summer. I am cordially inviting readers who attended St. Please plan to attend, this Catholics of Eastern Europe as a main aisle during the reception of Communion compromising the tremendous inspiration for the Joseph Catholic School in Garrett alumni reunion. Joanne (Carlin) church around the whole world. sacredness of the moment. to our alumni reunion on July 15. Bobay will never be forgotten. Of course, this is a great day of joy. It is a great day of celebra- Hope does indeed inspire hope. This reunion is held every Mary Rose (DePaolo) Kimmel Gifts such as that of your diocese tion with family and friends. It is a day to be remembered with year during the alumni reunion of Garrett pictures. provide a tremendous boost. Garrett High School celebration. You will see in the enclosed But this joy must not be allowed to transform into an exuber- Our alumni reunion will be held Thanks to Bishop brochure that some of the Catholics ance that distorts the sacredness and solemnity of this occasion in in the Bennett Hall (the church of the region actually took up a col- which the Lord Jesus gives himself to his precious little children. basement) from 2:30 to 4:30 D’Arcy, diocese lection for the victims of Hurricanes This is indeed a holy moment, which deserves to be preserved as p.m., with Mass at 5 p.m. All are On behalf of Cardinal Rigali, the Katrina and Rita. I find this remark- such. welcome. chairman of the Ad Hoc Committee able. Second, it is a particular sorrow for priests when children are There will be light refresh- to Aid the Catholic Church in Thank you once again for your brought forward to receive first holy Communion whose parents ments, coffee and punch served. Central and Eastern Europe, I wish kind and thoughtful concern. I wish do not attend Mass regularly, if at all. Of course, by virtue of their There will be a short meeting at thank you and the people of the you all God’s blessings. baptism, these children have every right to receive the sacrament. approximately at 4:15 p.m. Please Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend Sincerely yours, However, how will the seed of faith be nourished in these chil- plan to attend. for your most generous gift of Rev. James M. McCann, S.J. dren if parents do not bring them to Mass as they grow? First Due to postage, no invitations $34,870.35 to support the work of Executive Director holy Communion is not some sort of cultural stepping stone in the will be sent out to local and Fort the Catholic Church in Central and Office to Aid the Catholic Church Eastern Europe. in Central and Eastern Europe life of a child or family. It is the beginning of a lifelong relation- Wayne former students and grad- uates of St. Joseph Catholic Your gift is a sign of solidarity ship of nourishment and love between a child and his or her and hope for a people who have eucharistic Lord. School. Please mark this date on But this relationship cannot deepen and grow in a child if par- ents do not bring them to Mass. It is a supreme injustice against such a child. We pray for our little ones preparing to meet our Lord Jesus Poll shows many want religious for the first time in holy Communion. We pray also for their par- ents, that God will inspire all these parents to be faithful to Sunday Mass so as to be good examples of faith to their children, history in public school textbooks and we pray that every celebration of first Communion in our dio- cese will be filled with reverence for this sacred moment. FAIRFIELD, Conn. (CNS) — polled seem to indicate that not approach of believers,” said June- Religious history and traditions only do religious histories matter, Ann Greeley, assistant professor should not be kept out of public but getting them right matters as of religious studies at Sacred A time for wisdom school classrooms or textbooks, well — and, certainly, there is a Heart University. In this edition of our newspaper, one finds a letter written by according to a national poll con- sense for a majority of Americans The Sacred Heart University Bishop D’Arcy to our two senators. They concern a bill which ducted by the Sacred Heart that many textbooks, probably institute’s poll was completed via passed the House of Representatives and, if enacted, would be an University Polling Institute. unconsciously, have discussed 1,000 telephone interviews with affront to all those who respect the dignity of the human person. According to results released religious traditions or practices in residents nationwide Feb. 9-15. This bill would even mark as criminal many in our diocese March 7, more than 79 percent of ways that are representative of a The margin of error for the sur- who assist the thousands of Hispanic Catholics who are here and respondents said religious tradi- historical approach but not the vey was plus or minus 3 percent. not yet documented. tions should be included in public school textbooks and the same This is a serious problem, which does not find an easy solu- percentage also said it was tion. We are told that there are 11 million from countries to the important to teach religious histo- south living among us. There are thousands in this diocese, and ry in public schools. their numbers grow each day. But some respondents indicat- There are several solutions proposed in Congress, which would ed they were not always happy give them the opportunity, after suitable periods of trial, to get in with the way their religious tradi- line for something very blessed: citizenship in our beloved coun- tions are portrayed in textbooks. try. This problem demands both wisdom and compassion. The bill Thirty-six percent said public approved by the House of Representatives gives evidence of nei- school textbooks frequently mis- ther. We are a nation of immigrants and must respect our heritage. represent their religious history. We can, and must, do better than the harsh bill narrowly Twenty-six percent said misrepre- approved by the House of Representatives. sentation does not happen or sel- dom occurs, and 36 percent were unsure. Among Catholics, 34 percent Don’t forget your clocks believe textbooks misrepresent their religion, while 35 percent of On April 2, for the first time in many years, all Hoosiers will Protestants believe their faith is be moving their clocks ahead one hour in observance of Daylight misrepresented. Savings Time. The first thing affected by this is our Mass sched- More than half of all respon- ules in the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. If you forget to dents, 57 percent, suggested pub- change your clock Saturday night before going to bed, you risk lishers allow religious groups to being an hour late for Mass on Sunday. review, but not edit, public school Daylight Savings Time goes into effect at 2 a.m. April 2. textbooks for accuracy prior to Besides the obvious watches and clocks in the home and work, their release. Another 27 percent don’t forget the clocks on your computer, VCR, telephone did not agree and 14 percent answering machines and your car clock. were unsure. Among Catholics and Protestants, support for such text- Today’s Catholic editorial board consists of Bishop John M. D’Arcy, book reviews was 63 percent and Ann Carey, Don Clemmer, Father Mark Gurtner, Father Michael Heintz, 62 percent, respectively. Tim Johnson, Vince LaBarbera and Msgr. J. William Lester. “A majority of Americans APRIL 2, 2006 COMMENTARY 17 Changing images of God and society CATEQUIZ’EM By Dominic Camplisson he Catholic Church has been willing to change its mind As Lent continues, we look at a notable aspect of Lent, fasting. Ton nonessential teachings. It no longer requires Catholics to RESEARCH FOR THE CHURCH 1.What was the Jewish view of fasting? abstain from meat on Fridays the a.None, Jews did not fast.Christians invented fasting. way it once did. After years of JAMES D. DAVIDSON b.The Jews practiced fasting from very early times. requiring that the Mass be said in c.Jews fasted, but only in Ramadan. Latin, it now permits — even encourages — the use of the ver- nacular in Mass. Also, the church taught that they were to be holy and Catholics have been taught that 2.John The Baptist practiced a strange type of fasting.His diet was restricted to these recently announced that its earlier moral, as defined by the Ten their God is a God of love and exotic items: teaching about limbo (as the place Commandments and the teachings mercy. He is their Creator and a.vinegar and brown paper where unbaptized babies spend of the Catholic Church. But, given loves them unconditionally. He b.locusts and wild honey eternity) was “a theological the human condition, Catholics knows their essential goodness and c.escargot and sea slugs hypothesis,” not definitive truth. knew they could not live up to such their desire to love others as he But, for the most part, it has not high standards. They also believed loves them. Very few of today’s 3.Although now we tend to mix the terms fast and abstinence,what is the actual dif- changed its views on core church that God would hold them account- Catholics fear God or the prospect ference? able for both minor transgressions of eternal damnation. Instead, they teachings. It has not altered its a.None. teachings about Incarnation, (which the church called venial trust that he wants them to spend Resurrection and Christ’s presence sins) and major ones (called mortal eternity with him in heaven. b.Fasting is not eating for a period of time, like a day; abstaining is in the sacraments. Its teachings sins). Only the holiest and most Also, in the pre-Vatican II days, repeating that for a number of the same periods. related to the Trinity and Mary as moral Catholics who confessed the church had a very negative c.Fasting is not eating for a time; abstaining means avoiding a the Mother of God also have not their sins and repented would be view of modern society. The indi- food, usually meat. changed since they were codified invited to spend eternal life in heav- vidualism in American culture was in the Nicene Creed in A.D. 325. en (which was seen as a rather thought to be incompatible with the 4.What was Jesus’attitude about fasting? Yet, in my lifetime alone, the small place). Most Catholics feared communal ethos of Catholicism. a.He approved of it in theory but did not practice it. church has been willing to modify that God would assign them to The secularism of the society was b.He practiced it and supported its practice. two teachings that I consider to be many years in purgatory (a much believed to undermine the very c.He outlawed it as a “work.” near the core of the faith. One has larger place) or, even worse, would foundations of faith. Society’s condemn them to hell (which also emphasis on change was thought to to do with the church’s image of 5.An early church work,the Didache,cites these two days as primary days of fast: God, the other concerns its view of was seen as a big place). be at odds with the church’s the world. In the last half century, the emphasis on tradition. The a.Monday and Wednesday In the pre-Vatican II years of the church has promulgated a very dif- Protestant majority was seen as b.Wednesday and Friday 1930s, ‘40s and ‘50s, the church ferent view of God. In diocesan hostile toward Catholicism. c.Thursday and Friday projected an image of God as a programs, parish pulpits and rather austere judge. Catholics were parochial school classrooms, DAVIDSON, PAGE 18 6.This is still evident from the names for days in this language,where Wednesday is translated “First Fast”and Friday is “fast”: a.Irish b.Welsh c.Frisian Believers walk in the Lord’s footprints 7.Lent,perhaps surprisingly,originally lasted a.two days. b.39 days. c.45 days. new Covenant, and sinning no more, meant more than verbal Reflection 8.This tradition of Christianity has more periods of fasting than the most American pledges. It meant living in accord The church leads us through the Catholics are used to: THE with God’s revealed law. last remaining two weeks of Lent. a.the Arians For its second reading, the For four weeks, we have been liv- b.the Eastern (Orthodox) churches and Eastern Catholics SUNDAY church offers us this weekend a ing through this season. It may c.the Castilian and Navarre churches and those in New Spain. selection from the Epistle to the have become dreary. The church Hebrews. GOSPEL gives us these readings to inspire 9.In many churches in these traditions (7 above) fasting includes this further stricture: This reading looks ahead to the us and to encourage us. a.No food that has a shape or texture can be eaten. MSGR. OWEN F. CAMPION Passion, that will be the center- As inspiration, and as encour- piece of next Sunday’s liturgy, the agement, it reassures us that if we b.No vegetable or animal products are generally allowed. liturgy of Palm Sunday. It will sur- are faithful to God, eternal life c.No animal products (or just no dairy) are allowed. round the church as it celebrates awaits. Fifth Sunday of Lent Holy Thursday. It will envelope However, more than any one 10.In some monasteries (during Lent) food intake during the day is restricted to one Jn 12:20-33. the church on Good Friday. The season is at stake here. The season meal per day.When is it taken? church will rejoice at the victory of of Lent, and our response, merely a.it varies, but often after vespers he Book of Jeremiah is the Jesus over death in the Easter Vigil reflect life. Life can be dreary. Life b.whenever the monks can break the lock on the pantry source of this Lenten week- and at Easter. can mean for any of us, often for c.at midnight Mass, which all monks attend in all Catholic orders Tend’s first scriptural reading. Jesus was perfectly obedient to many of us, a daily carrying of Jeremiah ranks among the greatest God. He was the teacher, therefore, crosses to personal Calvaries. 11.Even when food is restricted,Catholics are often permitted one of these,which of the ancient Hebrew prophets. of perfect obedience. Because of The church this weekend there- means a snack or small meal: He wrote at a very difficult time this obedience, Jesus attained life fore speaks to us about life, not only for his people. after death. He pledges life after Lent. If we follow Jesus, indeed fol- a.gourmand b.collation c.jejune Outside pressures had come to death to us, if we are obedient our- low Jesus to Calvary by obediently be so strong that the very future selves. consenting to God’s will, and by 12.What obligatory fast days are there for Latin rite Catholic? existence of the nation, and indeed St. John’s Gospel provides us putting God’s first, then the glory of a.Maundy Thursday and Man Friday of the race, was at risk. It was easy with the last reading. eternal life awaits us. b.Christmas Eve and Good Friday under these circumstances to Virtually every verse in John’s Lent has been a time so far to c.Good Friday and Ash Wednesday blame God for all the misfortune. Gospel is a masterpiece of elo- focus ourselves. We need to be Jeremiah, however, insisted that quence and instruction. These faithful to the Covenant. The 13.When the Church of England broke with Rome,they retained days of fast.What God had not delivered the people verses are no exception. Indeed, church urges us today to recommit was unusual about their observance? into peril. Rather, they had decided quoting Jesus, they are nothing ourselves to this process and to the a.The faithful had to eat as much as possible instead of abstaining. for themselves to pursue policies less than jewels of literary and of Covenant itself. and to move along paths that theological exposition. b.The fast days were compulsory on all, not just Anglicans. inevitably would lead to their Jesus is clear. His hour is c.There were no rules or directions for how to observe them. downfall. approaching. It will be the hour of These policies were dangerous the Passion. It also will be the READINGS 14.Some religious orders emphasize fasting more than others.Some of those orders because they were sinful. They moment of Resurrection. The cross Fifth week of Lent who emphasize the place of fasting include ignored God, and they rebelled meant intense suffering for Jesus. Monday: Dn 13:1-9, 15-17, 19-30, a.The Brethren of the Crispy Crème and the Dunotists. against God. Nothing good could He was a human, after all, as well 33-62, Ps 23:1-6 Jn 8:1-11 b.Jesuits and Deaconates. as the Son of God. come of them. Great trouble was Tuesday: Nm 21:4-9 Ps 102:2-3, c.Carthusians and Cistercians. to be expected. Yet, Jesus accepted the cross. 16-21 Jn 8:21-30 Through all these acts of rebel- He died, as all humans must die. Wednesday: Dn 3:14-20,91-92,95 15.This is the only type of fasting,which has to do with honoring a liturgical act and lion, God was true to the However, in glory, Jesus rose. Dn 3:52-56 Jn 8:31-42 All believers must walk in the sacrament,rather than asceticism. Covenant. The people broke the Thursday: Gn 17:3-9 Ps 105:4-9 Covenant. Nevertheless, God, for- Lord’s footprints. All must die, lit- a.The Eucharistic Fast ever merciful and forgiving, prom- erally, but also they must die to Jn 8:51-59 b .The Feast and the Furious ised a new Covenant. If the people sin. Death will be hard in coming. Friday: Jer 20:10-13 Ps 18:2-7 c.The Festal Fast of Lent would be faithful to this new But, if occurring in the love of Jn 10:31-42 Covenant, and if they would sin no God, resurrection itself will follow. Saturday: Ez 37:21-28 (Ps) Jer ANSWERS: more, they would survive. 31:10-13 Jn 11:45-56 1.b, 2.b, 3.c, 4.b, 5.b, 6.a, 7.a, 8.b, 9.c, 10.a, 11.b, 12.c, 13.c, 14.c, 15.a However, being faithful to the 18 COMMENTARY APRIL 2, 2006 Communion by non-Catholics explained in catechism, canon law

Can an apparent difference between remembered that the Code of Communion If I have a coughing attack during the Catechism of the Catholic Church Canon Law is only applicable to • A work to which a plenary Mass before Communion and I take a and the Code of Canon Law regarding Latin rite Catholics. As Canon 1 THAT’S indulgence is attached cough drop or piece of hard candy to non-Catholics and their participation in states: “The canons of this code • Prayers for the intentions of soothe the coughing,did I break the holy Communion in the Catholic Church regard only the Latin Church.” A GOOD the Holy Father Communion fast and am therefore not Therefore, the phrase “any bap- • A complete freedom from all be clarified? CCC #1400 states tized person” in Canon 912 refers attachment to sin, even venial sin allowed to receive Communion? RJ, “...Eucharistic intercommunion with only to Latin Catholics. (Other QUESTION The Holy Father determines Fort Wayne these communities is not possible for Catholics such as Byzantine what kind of acts can be done to The Communion fast is not the Catholic Church.”However,Canon Catholics have their own Code of receive a plenary indulgence. For broken by water or medicine (even 912 states,“Any baptized person who is Canon Law.) It is not meant to example, by spending an hour in over-the-counter medicine). not forbidden by law may and must be refer to Protestants or other bap- Yes, the church still does. In prayer before the Blessed Therefore, a cough drop — which admitted to holy Communion.”JA,Fort tized Christians. fact, Pope Benedict has been espe- Sacrament (in addition to all the is an over-the-counter medicine — cially willing it seems to offer the Wayne Finally, as an interesting side other conditions mentioned above) would not break the fast. However, note to this question, Canon 844 faithful opportunities to receive one can gain a plenary indulgence. a piece of candy would. There are two issues here. First, does spell out the strict conditions indulgences. A partial indulgence does not the statement of the catechism is a under which a non-Catholic There are basically two types of require all of the conditions noted general one, that is, general open indulgences, plenary indulgences Christian could receive the sacra- above. It is sufficient that one per- Today’s Catholic welcomes ques- communion between the Catholic and partial indulgences. Plenary ments of penance, Eucharist and form the work necessary for a par- tions from readers to pose to Church and other Christian com- indulgences involve the full remis- anointing of the sick from a tial indulgence with the intention Father Richard Hire, Father munities is not possible. This is sion of temporal punishment due Catholic minister. So, in summary, of gaining the indulgence with true Michael Heintz, Father Mark because, for Catholics, to receive to sin, and partial indulgences both church law and the catechism sorrow for one’s sins. For exam- Gurtner and the Office of holy Communion is to say, “I involve the partial remission of forbid general, open Communion ple, a partial indulgence is granted Worship. Please e-mail your believe everything that the holy temporal punishment due to sin. between the Catholic Church and for the “Angel of God” prayer. questions to [email protected] Catholic Church believes and Note that all indulgences can be other Christian communities, but A complete list of works to fwsb.org or mail them to Today’s teaches, and I am committed to applied to oneself or the dead. church law does allow communion which indulgences are attached Catholic, That’s A Good living a Catholic life.” It would be The conditions necessary to for non-Catholics in individual and a fuller explanation of their Question, P.O. Box 11169, Fort simply a falsehood to allow other receive a plenary indulgence are as cases under strict conditions. meaning is found in the document Wayne, IN 46856. Include your Christians in an open and general follows: from the Holy See entitled, name, city and an e-mail address way to receive Communion in the • Confession (within a span of Does the church still promote indul- “Enchiridion of Indulgences.” It or phone number so we can con- Catholic Church. eight days from the work of doing gences? Please explain the different can be found in Catholic book- tact you if necessary. Anonymity Second, concerning what the indulgence) types of indulgences.KV,Fort Wayne. stores or online. will be preserved upon request. Canon 912 states, it must be • Reception of holy Thoughts on a first Communion

o you remember your first holy Communion? I Dremember mine clearly — memorizing the acts of faith, EVERYDAY CATHOLIC hope and love in Sister Teresa THERESA A. THOMAS Marie’s second grade class, the excitement and anticipation in finding a beautiful lacy white dress and veil to honor the occa- Every time I attend the first about Blessed Imelda (with sion and, on the big day itself, Communion of a child, one of ample warning about its ending kneeling at the altar rail with but- my own or a nephew or niece, I and reassurance beforehand that terflies in my stomach, waiting have to fight back tears. I love to immediate death is not common) for Father to make it to my place watch the children, in their purity, and we will add watching a in the row. I was going to be process forward and prepare to movie about the real presence of meeting with Jesus. receive Jesus. Heads bowed, oh Jesus in the Eucharist. Grace will When my oldest boys were so reverently, the children look wear the beautiful dress and veil ready to make their first like angels. that her sister wore before her, Communion, I found a book on I imagine that the moment is but her shoes will be new. Blessed Imelda Lambertini, the punctuated by bursts of celestial We will go to reconciliation patron saint of first communi- music by angels in heaven cele- the night before the big day, and cants. I hadn’t read it beforehand, brating the moment when the she will have practiced many, so together we learned, page by divine Creator stoops to be in many times. page, about this little saint. I union with his humble creation. I As we do only on very special would read to the boys at night, imagine, too, what the mother of occasions, we will order a fancy lights low, after they were tucked a religious must feel as her son or cake with butter cream frosting in their beds, and my five-year- daughter takes sacred vows. Will from our favorite bakery. Grace old daughter and three-year-old any of my children join that can hardly wait. She has been son snuggled contentedly on my blessed bunch? Will anyone in thinking about her first lap. their first Communion class? I Communion intention for weeks. I will never forget what hap- wonder every time someone We adults can capture the pened as we finished the book. makes a first Communion. appreciation, truth and wonder Imelda died in ecstasy shortly I heard a priest once say that if initially felt on our own first after receiving her first holy we knew what a gift the Communion day. It can be as Communion. I didn’t see it com- Eucharist was, what graces were simple as stirring up sentiments ing. If I was surprised, my chil- poured forth each time we of devotion in our hearts, making dren were absolutely mortified. received, and how much Christ a sincere act of faith, hope and My daughter gasped at the words, loves us personally and individu- love and reminding ourselves of workplace and political arena. “... but it was no dream. Imelda ally, we would literally die of the awesome gift of Jesus himself Through their civic engagement, had died a few minutes after happiness (just like Blessed coming physically into our bod- DAVISON they will contribute to the building making her first Communion.” Imelda). ies and souls. of God’s kingdom here on earth. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 17 She eyed her brothers cau- I think children are most keen- Every Communion, after all, is These changes have affected tiously and then asked timidly, ly aware of this. Is that why they worth commemorating and treas- Catholics were urged to seek the attitudes and actions of laypeo- “Does that happen to everyone approach the altar with timidity uring. May God bless all first refuge in the church and limit their ple. Fifty years ago, research who makes their first and reverence and awe? Is that communicants this year, and may participation in society. showed that a majority of Communion?” I assured her that why it is said that the prayer of a your next Communion with Jesus In the last half century, the Catholics viewed God as a harsh was blessedly not the case. Most child on his first Communion day be as special as your first. church has almost totally trans- judge and the world as a hostile people survive to receive Jesus will certainly be answered? formed its image of society. The place. Today, studies show that many times, I promised. The next Children seem to have a better church now says that modern soci- most laypeople see God as an few days I had to reassure my grip than adults on the truth, ety is God’s creation. Rather than unconditional lover and have a children that what happened to beauty and wonder of this won- withdrawing from it, Catholics are very positive view of the world. Blessed Imelda was really quite derful sacrament. called to participate in it. They rare. But firmly entrenched in My daughter Grace makes her Theresa A.Thomas is the mother of should work toward the common their little brains was what a sig- first Communion this spring, and nine children and a member of good with people in other faith tra- James D. Davidson is professor of nificant event the reception of the the house is buzzing with excite- St. Mary of the Annunciation ditions. They should bring their sociology at Purdue University in Eucharist is. ment. We will finish the book Parish in Bristol. faith to bear on decisions in the West Lafayette. APRIL 2, 2006 COMMENTARY 19 People fled to Egypt in times of famine or danger Question:What was life like for the migrate to Egypt. They took up The lush fan-shaped Nile the plowmen guided a two-han- ancient Hebrews when they were in residence in the region of Goshen delta, where the Hebrews dwelt dled plow drawn by two oxen. Egypt from the time of Joseph to or modern Wadi Tumilat about in peace, is in northern Egypt The Hyksos had built their Moses? B.C. 1630. This is the region east between Cairo and Alexandria. second capital or royal residence of the Nile delta granted to Jacob Here the Nile River divides into at Avaris or Zoan on the right First we must remember that it and his family by the king of two branches to enter the bank of the arm of the Nile River HIRE was normal for people living in Egypt. Jacob’s family lived here Mediterranean Sea. The delta is south of Lake Menzaleh. The city what is now southern Israel to for about 400 years until the time also laced with many smaller was destroyed by a king of the HISTORY flee to Egypt in times of famine of the Exodus led by Moses tributaries. A. Humphreys says 18th dynasty who, after B.C. FATHER RICHARD HIRE or danger. Thus Abraham and his about B.C. 1230. the delta is one of the most fertile 1580, expelled the friendly wife, Sarah, went to Egypt At the time of Joseph’s stay in and cultivated regions in the Hyksos from Egypt. Then King because of a severe famine. Egypt, the country was ruled by world. In the delta you meet the Ramses II (B.C. 1290-1224) Likewise Jacob sent his sons to the Hyksos or invading Asiatic “fellaheen” or peasant farmers rebuilt the city and renamed it the is today. For several centuries, Egypt to get grains because of a and Semitic shepherd kings who and find cotton production. city of Ramses. Ramses made Tanis was one of the largest cities famine. The prophet Jeremiah reigned from about B.C. 1730- Then the Book of Exodus says this city his royal residence, in the Nile delta. S. Jenkins men- and some of the people fled to 1580. Father McKenzie mentions Joseph and his brothers died. But because it was nearest the border tions that excavations at Tanis Egypt while the Babylonians their chief contributions were in the Israelites were growing in to Palestine. Ramses built a great have revealed sacred lakes, the were conquering Jerusalem. And warfare. They introduced the numbers. Then a new king, who temple to Seth, the god of the foundations of many temples, a Joseph, Mary and Jesus fled to horse and the chariot into Egypt, ignored the services rendered by Hyksos, to whom he traced his royal cemetery and a multitude of Egypt to escape the wrath of as well as a massive earthwork Joseph, came to power in Egypt. lineage. Ramses also erected a statues and carvings. You can King Herod the Great. type of fortification. A. O’Neill Fearing the prolific Israelites, he 92-foot statue of himself that even visit some of the royal Joseph, the son of Jacob, was remarks that, under the rule of the oppressed them with forced labor weighed about 900 tons. In the tombs. The French excavations of sold into Egypt by his envious Semitic Hyksos, Semites like to build the supply or treasure Exodus from Egypt, the Israelites 1929-1932 uncovered Hyksos brothers. But Joseph found favor Joseph and Jacob would be wel- cities of Pithom and Ramses. The set out from the city of Ramses, fortifications, structures of with the Egyptian pharaoh and come in Egypt, because of a pos- Israelites also worked in brick for it lay in or near the land of Ramses II, and a 400-year stele, attained a high position. Because sible kinship. Thus Joseph could making where they used hoes to Goshen they inhabited. i.e., a carved or inscribed stone of a severe famine, God told have entered Egypt as a slave and knead clay moistened with water. After B.C. 100 the city of slab or pillar used for commemo- Jacob to take his sons and then rose to high office. Then they did field work where Ramses is called Tanis, as it still rative purposes.

In immigration law, distinctions of Meet The Priest ‘legal,’ ‘illegal’ fairly recent Father Phil DeVolder Ordained to the priesthood: WASHINGTON (CNS) — Here’s and Immigration Services Bureau, a little-understood fact about as the agency Meissner headed in June 14, 1980 immigration law: Until well into the 1990s is now called. An 1882 THE Pastor, St. Vincent de Paul, the 20th century, pretty much any- Chinese exclusion law that Elkhart one who showed up at a port of remained on the books until 1943 entry or walked across a border was originally aimed at limiting WASHINGTON got to stay in the United States. cheap labor. What was the primary influence in In other words, one reason so Other laws of the era excluded LETTER your decision to become a priest? many people today can say “my polygamists, those with criminal PATRICIA ZAPOR The dedica- ancestors followed the law when records for “moral turpitude,” peo- tion of other they came here” is because until ple with contagious diseases or priests and fairly recently there was no dis- epilepsy, professional beggars, effective homi- tinction made about whether anarchists and those who were during the 1930s. lies from those someone arrived legally or not. insane. But by the 1940s, with hun- priests. With few exceptions, anyone who Outside such categories, every- dreds of thousands of U.S. men in got here was admitted. one else was presumed to be the military overseas, worker Why do you like What is your favorite reading material? Doris Meissner, former com- admissible. It wasn’t until 1924 shortages were becoming a prob- missioner of the Immigration and that the U.S. government began lem. Beginning in 1942, the gov- being a priest? I like the writings and works Naturalization Service and now a requiring immigrants to obtain ernment began importing tempo- The celebration of the sacra- of Bishop Sheen. senior fellow at the Migration visas in their home countries in rary workers. Most came from ments and the preaching of the Policy Institute, said that during advance. Mexico to work in agricultural word of God. What do you think is the best part of the mass migrations of the late At that time quotas also were jobs. being Catholic? 19th and early 20th centuries — created for how many people Gradually since then restric- What are your hobbies? Hope for us sinners. the years of those photos of boat- could be admitted from each coun- tions on immigration have I do a little painting and cre- loads of European immigrants try, with the exceptions of Mexico increased, in response to concerns ative artwork. I enjoy the ability What is your favorite scriptural pas- being processed and Canada. ranging from terrorism to lowering to create and make things of sage? at Ellis Island Within a few wages. beauty. — only a small years, the Border Currently, the wait for a visa to The raising of Lazarus. fraction of new- “People do not understand Patrol was legally enter the United States is as comers were reformed and its long as a decade for some cate- Do you have any pets? How do you prefer to be addressed by rejected. focus changed to gories of people. National quotas, I have a miniature dachshund the laity? “The number that there is no legal avenue keeping out and fingerprinting and background named Nipper. Father Phil who got sent deporting those checks, income and sponsorship back at Ellis who didn’t have requirements, even the cost of What do you do for relaxation? Island was less for them to go through.” permission to applying for visas all act as filters than 2 percent,” enter the coun- Fishing, painting, studying. DORIS MEISSNER in limiting who comes in legally. Meissner told try. The number of visas available for Catholic News The 1924 law unskilled workers each year is just Service in an followed the a fraction of the number of jobs demarcations of boundaries” than els around the country she often interview, “pos- country’s most for which unskilled, immigrant ever in history, she said. And in an hears people say, “I can accept that sibly less than 1 percent.” dramatic influx of immigrants in labor is sought, leading many to age when transportation among these illegal immigrants are good, And those rejections were history, with more than 14.5 mil- sneak into the country to take nations is readily available to more hard-working people, but they almost always because the people lion new arrivals in 20 years, with those jobs. people than ever, there are more should follow the law and come in suffered from an illness that might 60 percent from Italy, Russia and An estimated 500,000 jobs a legal restrictions keeping them legally, like my great-grandparents make them financially dependent Austria-Hungary, the history arti- year go to unskilled workers, who where they are. did.” upon the community, she said. For cle explained. are largely illegal immigrants. The With an estimated 12 million Aside from the point that those instance, a then-common eye Meissner said in the 1920s the U.S. government issues 5,000 people in the United States illegal- great-grandparents probably came infection left victims blind and public was especially wary of visas a year for unskilled workers. ly, Congress is being pressured on in at a time when everyone was presumably unable to support immigrants from countries such as Meissner said that in some one side to increase immigration admitted, Meissner sees a basic themselves. People who had it Germany, and other European ways the sense that immigration is restrictions even more. On the misconception about that possibili- were turned away. nations against whom Americans out of control is a cumulative other side are people who consider ty. There were some exceptions to had fought during World War I. effect of laws that are not only the number of illegal immigrants “People do not understand that the open-door policy, explains an During the Depression, immigra- recent in U.S. history, but in the an indication of more fundamental there is no legal avenue for them immigration law history article tion was largely self-limiting. In history of governance. problems. to go through,” she said. provided by the U.S. Citizenship fact many people left the country “There’s far more regard to Meissner said that as she trav- 20 TODAY’S CATHOLIC APRIL 2, 2006

BISHOP DWENGER ANNOUNCES HALL OF FAME BANQUET Bishop Dwenger High School will hold its Hall of Fame Banquet and Induction Ceremony on Friday, April 28, at the Pine Valley Country Club. This year’s honorees include Tim Kearney, 1970, Alumnus of the Year; Joe Sweeney, 1969, Mike Weissert, 1977, and Coach Larry Bartolameoli, Athletic Hall of Fame; Dick Brown and Nancy Kartholl, 1980, Fine Arts Hall of Fame; and Dee Dee Dahm, Citizens of Two Worlds Award. Tickets for the banquet are $35 Sports per person at the school office. For information, contact Mary Sturm at (260) 496-4700, ext. 710. Bishop Dwenger gymnasts and National CYO and ICCL wrestlers hold Cheer Champion feted match in Fort Wayne at school assembly through Thursday. (BD). BY MICHELLE CASTLEMAN Four different “clubs” of area There were nine additional BY BONNIE ELBERSON Molly won the national title. feeder schools were represented: champions who came out on top Zeigler has already been FORT WAYNE — Over 80 Bishop Dwenger (BD), Bishop in the seventh-and-eighth grade accepted at Purdue University, young wrestlers from the Luers (BL), St. Vincent (SV), and division: #100, Sean Black (BD); FORT WAYNE — Bishop where she hopes to follow in her Catholic Youth Organization South Bend (SB). #112, Tony Lovejoy (BL); #124, Dwenger High School students, sister’s footsteps by trying out for (CYO) and Inter-City Catholic Bishop Luers assistant, John Aaron Kennerk; #128, Wade staff, administrators and parents the cheerleading squad. League (ICCL) matched up at Hanlon, provided the 12 diocesan Thiel (BD); #138, Brian Klockow were on hand early Monday as the Though longtime gymnastics Bishop Dwenger High School on champions at the fifth-and-sixth (SB); #146, Isaac Evans (SV); girls’ state gymnastics champions Coach Rosemarie Nix says, March 25 for an all-day tourna- grade level: #66, Jacob Burnham #155 Tony Svarczkopf (BD); and the national individual cheer “Every year is an exciting year,” ment. (SB); #72, Austin Hammon (BL); #159, Peter Waikel (BD); and champion were recognized at an she considers the 2006 season The match was coordinated #83, Michael Nix (BD); #84, #215, Scott Campbell (SV). all-school assembly. especially gratifying since seven and hosted by John Bennett, Pat Wesley LaFluer (SB); #86, Nick Bishop Luers head coach A.J. Gymnastics team members of the team’s 16 members compet- DeLaney and Tim Murphy. Snowball (BD); #91, John Kalver said the camps have run were introduced, then each girl ed at the state meet to bring home For campers from Bishop Spansail (SB); #97, Michael for over 10 years now and serve demonstrated her winning style the title. Luers and Bishop Dwenger, the Kazmierczak (SB); #102, Ben as an excellent way to introduce with a high-spirited, energetic Seniors Rebecca Trahin and event concluded the four-week Evans (SV); #111, Zach the sport of wrestling to boys tumbling pass, much to the delight Juanita Nix were “all-arounders,” season for fifth through eighth Kanczuzerwski (SB); #114, who might not otherwise have the of the standing-room-only crowd. that is, they competed in all four graders. The wrestlers have been Henry Turner (SB); #133- opportunity to compete at the “We Are the Champions” rang events — vault, beam, bars and training in their individual weight Brandon Payton (BD); and middle school level. through the gymnasium as a video floor. Since four athletes may be classes after school Monday weighing in at #150, Corey Ng of the state meet was played for an entered in each event, however, appreciative audience. five other gymnasts competed at Bishop state as well. They included senior Dwenger cheer- Kristi Koczor, sophomores CYO spring sports bound into full swing leader Molly Stephanie Yoder and Jenna Van Zeigler was also Hoey, and freshmen Alicia Roche Hessen Cassel; St. John the for their league except for St. recognized for and Michelle Sordelet. “It was a BY MICHELLE CASTLEMAN Baptist, New Haven; and the two Therese and adds St. John the being named mix of classes ... a total team combined teams of St. Joseph-St. Baptist, New Haven. individual cheer effort,” says Nix. FORT WAYNE — The first day Elizabeth-St. Aloysius and St. St. Charles eighth graders won champion at a This year marked the school’s of spring has come and gone. Therese and St. John the Baptist, the 2005 titles in both girls and national competi- 16th straight SAC title, the second And the Catholic Youth Fort Wayne. The season opener boys soccer and softball. tion in mid- MOLLY ZEIGLER straight state title and the third Organization (CYO) spring sport will be April 11, and games will The track season will open at March in Myrtle state title in four years. Since practices are in full swing with be played at both St. Charles and Bishop Dwenger on April 17. Beach, S.C. Zeigler 1993, Bishop Dwenger has been season openers just around the Havenhurst. The schools represented in this took top honors, winning a $1,000 runner-up five times and state corner. There will be three sports The soccer season will begin year’s meets will be St. Charles; college scholarship and the right to champs four times. to keep an eye on — softball, for both boys and girls on April St. John the Baptist, Fort Wayne, cheer at the Capital One Bowl next “History doesn’t make champi- soccer and track. 11. The girls will have seven Benoit Academy; St. John the year in Orlando, Fla. She wowed the ons — champions make history.” CYO business manager, Ava teams in their league, which Baptist, New Haven, and St. crowd by repeating her snappy win- Nix says it is enjoyable for her Meyer, reports that there will be include St. Joseph-St. Elizabeth; Rose-St. Louis; St. Joseph-St. ning routine to the strains of “Good to see how younger athletes contin- eight girls’ softball teams in the St. John the Baptist, Fort Wayne; Elizabeth; St. Joseph, Hessen Golly, Miss Molly.” ue the traditions that have been league for 2006. They include the St. Jude; St. Therese; St. Vincent; Cassel; St. Jude; Queen of Zeigler’s parents, Cathy and established by their predecessors. following: St. Charles, Fort St. Charles eighth and St. Charles Angels; St. Therese-St. Aloysius; Norm, were in the audience to “The camaraderie is very good,” Wayne; St. Vincent, Fort Wayne; seventh graders. and St. Vincent. watch their daughter’s perform- she points out, and they pray St. Joseph, Decatur; St. Joseph, The boys list the same schools ance. Cathy and daughter Mandy together before each practice ses- Burnham, a former Purdue cheer- sion and gymnastics meet. The leader and assistant coach at girls “know these talents have been Students recognized for Daniel Fox is a member of St. Madeline Helser spent the last Dwenger, were also on hand when given to them by God,” she says. Joseph Church in La Grange and four years volunteering for six academic accomplishment will study mathematical economics weeks each summer at Lou Helen at the University of Dayton. Baha’i School. While there she has Principal Pre-Kindergarten - 8 LA GRANGE worked in the kitchen, gardens and — Two seniors Bishop Luers student as a counselor, volunteering 40 Applications are being accepted for the leadership position of Principal from Lakeland hours each week of her own time. at Saint Mary’s Catholic Community School in Crown Point, Indiana. High School honored with volunteer “Certainly volunteering, giving Crown Point is a popular residential community in northwest Indiana, were recently of oneself, serving others as Jesus selected to the service award a short one-hour drive to the cultural and recreational opportunities in did, is at the core of Catholic educa- 2005-06 nearby Chicago, Illinois. FORT WAYNE tion. Bishop Luers High School is Northeast — Bishop Luers very proud of Madeline Helser. She Saint Mary’s School has served the Catholic community since 1872 Corner High School stu- has learned what it means to help DAN FOX and presently serves 540 children in pre-Kindergarten through 8th dent Madeline others,” said Mary Keefer, Bishop grade. Helser of Fort Luers High School principal. The preferred candidate will be humanly competent and Conference All- Wayne has been Sponsored by Prudential competently human - one whose life is in harmony with the Catholic Academic Team honored for her Financial in partnership with the in recognition of Faith Tradition at its best. Candidates will document their experience exemplary vol- National Association of Secondary their exemplary of leadership in an educational setting and their capacity to manage a unteer service School Principals (NASSP), the academic with a President’s MADELINE Prudential Spirit of Community nearly two million dollar operating budget. Professional licensing is a accomplish- Volunteer Service HELSER Awards program recognizes young must. Letters of application should be accompanied by a resume, ments. Award. people across America for out- Gloria Arend transcripts, and three letters of recommendation and sent to: GLORIA AREND The award recognizes standing community service activi- Kim Pryzbylski, Ph.D. - Superintendent of Schools is a member of Americans of all ages who have ties. More than 200,000 young St. Gaspar Del volunteered significant amounts of Diocese of Gary - 9292 Broadway - Merrillville, IN 46410 people across America have been Bufalo Church in Rome City and their time to serve their communi- considered for these awards since will study biochemistry at Purdue. ties and their country. the program began in 1995. APRIL 2, 2006 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 21 Youth ministry growing in all directions Jerid Miller breaks new ground in drawing youth toward service and Christ

group also meets twice a month scriptural rosary. Each member, guidance on the logistical issues to form the new Mother Mary’s BY KAY COZAD in an effort to develop a sense of wearing the honorary hooded of the ministry, such as fund rais- Heart Warmers Knitting and Catholic identity, through prayer sweatshirt bedecked with a mon- ing. He remains grateful for the Crocheting Group. This group HUNTINGTON — If you look at and church teaching. strance and the Latin for “Dead support of the all the devoted meets each Saturday to knit and Ss. Peter and Paul Parish youth Miller believes that group to the world, alive in Christ,” adult volunteers and parents crochet squares in a joint effort to ministry calendar for March this activities offered to the younger prays the prayer of St. Gertrude involved in the ministry. create blankets to be given to year, you’ll find over 20 activities children may ensure a stronger and the meeting concludes with Several youth contributors chosen charities. The interaction open to youth from third grade to involvement in their faith devel- Divine Praises. A time of social- assist Miller in producing a between the generations provides college age. That’s quite a differ- opment during their high school izing follows the meeting includ- monthly newsletter, the a venue for role modeling in a ence compared with the calendar and college years. ing sharing a meal. “Catholicus,” which includes prayerful environment. two years ago when just four Meeting the needs of the high The latest addition to this quotes, history of saints, Latin activities were offered in March. school and college-age youth has youth ministry is the Open teaching, music and movie Social activities Jerid Miller, youth minister there, led Miller to establish several Forum, which will meet once reviews and more. The publica- likes it that way and is planning unique programs. A traditional each month providing an oppor- tion is available in the back of the Of course as with all youth more. Scripture study is offered each tunity for youth to discuss issues, church as well as in Gollner Hall ministries, Ss. Peter and Paul Miller, 27, converted to Sunday evening for the youth that such as respecting others views, in an effort to reach all genera- Church offers a variety of social Catholicism in spring of 2003 focuses on relating an under- Catholic teaching on sexuality tions of the parish and will be events throughout the year. Movie and subsequently signed on as standing of the Old Testament to and others, under adult leadership available on the Internet soon at night, retreats and trips provide the youth coordinator for Ss. Peter the Gospels and the life of Jesus. guidance. Catholicus.org. youth with a venue in which to and Paul in October that same A Breakfast Club meets once Additionally, Ss. Peter and socialize with like minded stu- year. Embracing his lifelong call- each month during the week in Service projects Paul hosts a youth Mass open to dents. Miller, in an attempt to ing to youth ministry and his new Gollner Hall in which several all parishioners once each month “build bridges” within the commu- love for the rich tradition of the senior parishioners volunteer to Miller believes in the impor- in which the youth participate as nity is in contact with the youth Catholic Church, he brings a pas- prepare biscuits and gravy for the tance of youth contributing to the ushers, lectors and servers. ministry directors of St. Mary sion to this Huntington parish youth who gather to socialize and financial health of the parish. So Seniors and families attend with Parish, Huntington, and St. Paul in that continues to enliven its pray before school. in that spirit the youth groups the youth, with many sharing Columbia City. The three plan to youth. In an effort to revitalize the have participated in many service pizza together in the auditorium invite other rural parishes to come “The Catholic Church is a customary youth group gather- projects including working con- following Mass. together to host joint social events diverse place. The cornerstone of ings, last fall Miller established a cessions at the recent state Another relatively new pro- with the hope that more youth will this ministry is that people’s local chapter of the Dead wrestling championship and a gram for all generations is the St. come together to take the opportu- needs change, and we try to meet Theologians Society for the youth Lenten potato soup dinner for the Thomas Aquinas Series, which nity to develop their Catholic iden- those needs with a variety of dif- of Ss. Peter and Paul. This group, parish. The group also calls on an presents a speaker each month to tity and pride in their parishes. ferent formats,” says Miller. he says, is more structured than a area senior living home for Bingo share information on topics Miller continues to work dili- Several months after he began conventional youth group and and personal visits in addition to including icons and art, theology gently to meet the needs of the working with the established high appeals “a little more to tradi- corresponding with the residents of the body and vocations. Miller area youth with the innovative school youth group, he developed tion.” by card and letter. hopes this series will “open the programs being developed at his two additional groups for those in Between 15 and 25 members door to the diversity of the intel- parish. He hopes parishes across the younger grades. gather in the chapel of the parish Connecting the lectual and devotional experience the diocese will each continue to The fifth-and-sixth-grade hall where, in a candlelit atmos- found in our beloved church.” reach out to the youth and engage youth group is an introduction to phere, they learn about the lives generations Audiences of all ages have them where they are, saying, the youth ministry and meets of saints and corresponding reli- Intergenerational activities are enjoyed this series beginning in “Youth ministry can’t be afraid of twice a month for less structured gious orders. Following a discus- an important aspect of this grow- January. the culture we live in. We have to activities that help establish a sion of the relevance to their ing youth ministry as well, says Third through eighth grade address these kids where they’re sense of group identity. The sev- lives, the group shares intercesso- Miller, who works with a youth girls have joined together with at, not where we wish they enth-and-eighth-grade youth ry prayers and a decade of the ministry team of 10 adults for some wiser women of the parish were.”

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PHONE______(Enter from Clinton street or Washington) Drawing held April 15, 2006 - No Purchase Necessary or PARK FREE on Cathedral Square and walk one block north. 422-4611 22 TODAY’ S CATHOLIC APRIL 2, 2006 owner (Christopher Plummer) muddies negotiations in trying to Michiana production of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ keep an incriminating secret buried MOVIE in the bank’s vault. Smartly written with nods to “Dog Day Afternoon” CAPSULES and just the right amount of humor, benefits St. Vincent de Paul Society director Spike Lee’s film puts an NEW YORK (CNS) – Following is a interesting spin on the heist genre ceeds are going to St. Vincent’s to tionally trained singer and this while exploring themes of race and BY LISA KOCHANOWSKI help those in need in our local show has shown me that neither the recent capsule review issued corruption, resulting in an intelli- communities.” two shall meet.” by the U.S. Conference of gent caper that can be enjoyed on SOUTH BEND — “I remember “Jesus Christ Superstar” is an “We needed someone who will several levels, despite a morally being seven years old and listen- Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim play off and blend with Jesus’ Catholic Bishops’ Office for ambiguous ending. ing to my older sister’s LP origi- Rice musical spectacular depicting voice. We couldn’t cast an opera Film and Broadcasting. The USCCB Office for Film & nal concert album in 1970 and the life of Jesus and his journey to singer in the role with a rock singer Broadcasting classification is L — recall thinking, ‘Wow, this makes his death on the cross. as Jesus. The person we have play- “The Big Question” (THINKfilm) limited adult audience, films whose it sound a lot more interesting “Every production of ‘Jesus ing the role will handle the nuances Curious documentary in which problematic content many adults than CCD class does’” says J. Christ Superstar’ is different and of the character quite well and he is filmmakers Francesco Cabras and would find troubling. The Motion Michael Johnson, co-director of ours will be different as well.” says a great vocalist too,” says Wilder. Alberto Molinari pose several direct Picture Association of America rat- “Jesus Christ Superstar” about Wilder. The character of Annas was the questions to fellow cast and crew ing is R — restricted. what made him think about put- “Co-director Jeff Wilder and easiest person to find for both the members on the set of “The Passion ting together this production in myself were most concerned, obvi- directors. of the Christ” — Mel Gibson “Lonesome Jim” (IFC) Michiana. ously, about who we could find to “Kim Egendorfer is such a rare among them — about their personal Depressed young man (Casey His love for the production cou- not only sing Jesus Christ, but who find with his pure tenor voice,” religious beliefs, eliciting responses Affleck) goes back to his Indiana pled by an article he read about this could portray his innocence as says Wilder. “That and he is look- both poignant and pretentious from home to live with his overly doting year being the 35th anniversary of well,” says Johnson. “The minute ing very menacing.” a diversity of creeds as well as from mother (Mary Kay Place), distant “Jesus Christ Superstar” fueled co- Matt Ernsberger opened his mouth “I hope our audiences come agnostics and atheists. Cleverly shot father (Seymour Cassel) and con- directors J. Michael Johnson and on the first night of auditions; those away entertained, and amazed by using the ancient Southern Italian fused brother (Kevin Corrigan), Jeff Wilder to create a benefit per- fears were put immediately to rest.” the talent level of the actors, town where Gibson’s movie was falls for a single mother (Liv Tyler) formance. “When we first looked at the actresses, dancers and musicians shot as a backdrop, and with many with a small son (Jack Rovello), Scheduled for April 7-9 at the show, I told J. Michael that I know we actually have right here in our of the respondents in full biblical and ultimately comes to a better Century Center’s Bendix Theater in of the greatest person to play community — we don’t always costume, the film works for the understanding of himself and those downtown South Bend, Curtain Christ, but I had no idea how to get need to bus and truck in talent,” most part, despite consisting of little around him. Director Steve Up! Theatricals are giving all pro- a hold of him. So the first night of says Johnson of his hopes for the more than people candidly dis- Buscemi’s film is sometimes slow ceeds from the four different shows auditions, in walks our Christ. He perception of the production. cussing their ideas of the divine, and meandering, and its true-to-life to the St. Vincent de Paul Society had seen the announcement in the “Sometimes we forget to appreciate interspersed with artsy images of a candor won’t appeal to all tastes, of St. Joseph County, Inc. paper, which by the way he doesn’t what we actually have growing in dog wandering the landscape. but the central protagonist develops “Back in August, J. Michael usually read, and came down,” our own back yard.” Subtitles. A brief drug reference. as a person, and the overall mes- came to me stating how he read notes Wilder. “Divine intervention I Wilder hopes that people not The USCCB Office for Film & sage of accepting life for what it is, that ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ was guess.” only enjoy the production but feel Broadcasting classification is A-II not what you want it to be, is a being offered at special rates for the Finding Judas was a whole dif- great knowing they are seeing great — adults and adolescents. The good one. Scattered instances of 35th anniversary of the production. ferent case. theater that is giving back to the Motion Picture Association of profanity, rough and crude lan- Since (it) is one of my favorite “And then there’s Judas ... community. America rating is PG-13. guage and expressions, rear and shows, I said we should look into someone who could portray the Performances are scheduled partial nudity, sexual banter and it. When the quote came back, I betrayal and yet bring some sympa- April 7-9, at the Century Center, “Inside Man” (Universal) lewd images, prostitute character, suggested that we stage the show as thy to a character that, at least in Bendix Theater in downtown South Crime drama about a New York suicide theme and drug references. a benefit for St. Vincent’s ...,” says my thoughts, history has given a Bend. Tickets cost $15 each and City police detective (Denzel The USCCB Office for Film & co-director Jeff Wilder. “Let’s get bum rap to — not to mention the can be purchased at the St. Vincent Washington) who matches wits Broadcasting classification is L — some donations back in our own fact that he sings just as much as de Paul Society, 3408 Ardmore with a cunning armed robber (Clive limited adult audience, films whose community to benefit our own Jesus in the show,” says Johnson. Trail, or at the door the day of the Owen) holding hostages captive in problematic content many adults community. The cast members are And the vocal range required for show. For more information contact a Wall Street bank, while a politi- would find troubling. The Motion all very excited and proud to be those two roles along require either (574) 234-6000 extension 108. cally connected power broker Picture Association of America rat- part of a production where all pro- a true ‘rock’ singer or a true, tradi- (Jodie Foster) hired by the bank’s ing is R — restricted.

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Mail to: Today’s Catholic, P.O. Box 11169, Anita L.Davis, 73, Casimir J.Tobolski, 88, 91, Holy Family St.Charles Borromeo Fort Wayne 46856; or e-mail: [email protected]. Events that require an admission charge Queen of Peace Julius Bella, 88, or payment to participate will receive one free listing. For additional listings of that event, please Charlene P.Cotterman, Holy Family 61, Most Precious Monroeville call our advertising sales staff to purchase space. Beth A.Rorick, 48, Blood Edward T.Wesolek, 96, St.Rose of Lima Holy Cross Jean Kathleen Hatfield spaghetti dinner on Thursday, Live chalk drawing Nix Settlement FISH FRIES Robison, 67, St.Charles Ervin J.Pejza, 85, April 6, from 4 to 6 p.m. Adults Fort Wayne — Queen of Angels Alfred J.Nix, 95, Knights plan fish fry Borromeo Holy Family Fort Wayne — The Knights of $6, children ages 5 to 12 $2.50. Parish will host Mary Hilger for St.Catherine Dinner includes spaghetti, salad, a chalk drawing on Friday, April Columbus Council 451, 601 Ellen S.Gebhart, 87, Albert J.Mroczkiewicz bread, beverages and dessert. 14, at 6 p.m. Stations of the South Bend Reed Rd., will have a fish fry on St.Joseph Sr., 83, Holy Family Friday, April 7, from 5 to 7:30 The council is located at 5202 Cross will follow at 7 p.m. Aloysius C.Kusz, 92, p.m. The cost is $6 for adults, $3 Linden Ave., one block east of Kenneth L.Kimmel, 98, St.Adalbert Syracuse Mayflower Road. for children 12 and under. Fish, Bishop Luers Marketing Committee St.Charles Borromeo Frank S.Pittman Jr., 88, Alice J.Bella, 79, two sides and beverage are sponsors chicken dinner St.Martin de Porres included. Class reunions planned Fort Wayne — Bishop Luers Garrett Little Flower Fort Wayne — An all-alumni High School marketing commit- Lorraine A.Johnson, Elizabeth Brzezniak, 97, Fish fry at St. John class reunion for Central Catholic tee will sponsor a Nelson’s 82, St.Joseph St.Casimir New Haven — The Holy Name High School (CCHS) will be held chicken dinner at the Jefferson Society of St. John the Baptist Saturday, June 24, at the Allen Pointe Wal-Mart on Saturday, Parish will have a fish fry on County War Memorial Coliseum. April 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, March 31, from 4 to 7 For information contact the Dinners are $6.50. Advance tick- of any age regardless of the cir- House and the Elkhart Deanery p.m. Adults $6.50, children 5-12 CCHS Alumni Office at (260) ets are available after April 10 cumstances. Registration is of the DCCW on Thursday, April $3.50, children under 5 free. 471-7649. Individual class by calling (260) 436-1493 or the requested by calling (574) 935- 6. The day begins at 9:15 a.m. reunions scheduled include: The day of the sale. Proceeds benefit 4511 or (800) 774-2784. with prayer time and will be fol- class of '46 Aug. 18 at Hall's the Luers Marketing Committee. Knights plan fish fry lowed by Father Daryl Rybicki Guest House, '51 Nov. 14 at Jesus Christ Superstar speaking on reconciliation. Granger — The Knights of Goeglein's Reception Hall, '56 Columbus Council 4263 will Christ Child Society to have garage sale South Bend — The musical Lunch is included and there will Oct. 7 at Fort Wayne Country South Bend — The Christ Child “Jesus Christ Superstar,” present- be time for reflection, reconcilia- have an all-you-can-eat fish fry Club, '61 Sept. 23 at the Grand on Friday, March 31, from 4 to 7 Society will have a garage sale ed by Curtain Up! Theatricals tion and end with Mass. Wayne Center and '71 Aug. 19 at on Thursday, May 4, from 8 a.m. will have four performances at Reservations are needed to (260) p.m. at St. Piux X Church. the Marriott Inn. Adults $7, children (3-12) $3.75 to 2 p.m. at St. Hedwig the Century Center, Bendix 347-4045. There is no charge. and children under 3 free. Memorial Center, Scott Street at Theater on Friday, April 7, at 8 Sisters’ auxiliary bakesale planned Western Avenue. Sale includes p.m.; Saturday, April 8, at 2 and Divine Mercy devotions South Bend — The St. Adalbert clothing for all ages, household 8 p.m.; and Sunday, April 9, at 2 St. Henry hosts fish fry Fort Wayne –– St. Henry Parish Sisters’ auxiliary bake sale will items, collectibles and more. p.m. Tickets cost $15 each and Fort Wayne — St. Henry Parish has Divine Mercy devotions be Saturday, April 8, from 8 a.m. Proceeds are used to clothe chil- are available at the St. Vincent de will host a fish fry on Friday, every Wednesday at 3 p.m. and to 3 p.m. in the Heritage Center. dren in need in St. Joseph Paul Society Thrift Store, 3408 March 31, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. at first Sundays at 3 p.m. Lamb cakes, sweet-sour cabbage County. Ardmore Trail, or Curtain Up! St. Henry Parish. Adults $7, sen- and baked goods for Easter will Theatricals, 1114 N. Michigan iors $6.50, children (6-11) $5.50, be available. Lamb cakes may be St. or at the door. For informa- DONATIONS children 5 and under free. Pilgrimage to EWTN prepaid and ordered by calling Fort Wayne — A pilgrimage to tion call (574) 234-6000. St. Vincent de Paul needs your help (574) 288-5708. Our Lady of the Angels South Bend — The St. Vincent Drive through fish dinner Monastery in Irondale, Ala., will de Paul Society of St. Joseph New Haven — St. Louis DEVOTIONS Rummage sale be May 16-19. Pilgrims will County is in need of donations Academy seventh and eighth Little Flower Holy Hour Kendallville — Immaculate attend the Wednesday evening Fort Wayne — Father Robert and monetary contributions. graders will host a drive-through Conception Parish, corner of Oak live show and visit Mother D’Souza, associate pastor of St. Large items will be picked up. fish dinner on Friday, March 31, and Diamond streets, will have a Angelica’s Shrine of the Most Jude Parish, will celebrate the Call the office at (574) 234-6000 from 4 to 7 p.m. Cost per meal is rummage sale on Friday, March Blessed Sacrament. Costs begin Holy Hour at MacDougal Chapel for information. $6.50. 31, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., at $215. Several priests will be on Tuesday, April 4, at 7:15 p.m. Saturday, April 1, from 9 to 11:30 in attendance. For information St. Vincent de Paul needs your help Knights plan fish fry a.m. $1.50 bag sale on Saturday. call (260) 639-3788. Fort Wayne — The St. Vincent de South Bend — The Knights of First Saturday devotions Fort Wayne — The World Paul Society of Allen County is in Columbus Council 5521, 61533 Bishop Luers holds driver’s education Apostolate of Fatima will have need of donations. Monetary con- S. Ironwood Dr., will have an all- Center for Hospice to Offer Living With First Saturday devotions of repa- tributions are always appreciated. you-can-eat fish fry on all classes Loss Groups ration on April 1, at St. Joseph The St. Vincent de Paul Society Fridays of Lent from 5 to 7 p.m. Fort Wayne — Bishop Luers The Center for Hospice and Parish, Brooklyn and Hale, and accepts cars, trucks and vans. Adults $7, children (5-12) $3. High School will be accepting Palliative Care, Inc. will begin at St. Patrick Parish, Arcola. Donations can be dropped off Also available will be chicken students for the Driver’s two Living With Loss Groups at Confession begins at 7:15 a.m., Monday through Friday at 1600 S. strips for $7 and shrimp for $8. Educational Program. Classroom its Plymouth office, 112 South session dates are June 5-16, from Center St., in April. The first meditations on the rosary at 7:30 Calhoun from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or 8 to 11 a.m. The driving portion group will begin on Tuesday, a.m. with the rosary beginning at Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. MISC. HAPPENINGS will be set up for June and July. April 4, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., 7:45, Mass at 8 a.m. Call (260) 456-3561 for pick-up Rosary Society sponsors bake sale Cost for Luers’ students is $350 and the second group will begin information. Large items will be South Bend — St. Hedwig and St. (includes road test), all others on Tuesday, April 20, from 6:30 First Sunday rosary for families picked up. Patrick Rosary Society will have an $365 (includes road test). To reg- to 8:30 p.m. The groups will Fort Wayne — The first Sunday Easter bake sale on Palm Sunday ister, or for more information, meet for eight weeks. A chil- rosary for families will be at Mustard Seed Furniture Bank weekend. Lamb cakes, coffee cakes call Bishop Luers High School, dren’s grief support group will MacDougal Chapel, Sunday can use your donations and doughnuts will be offered after (260) 456-1261. begin on Thursday, April 6, from April 2, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Fort Wayne –– The Mustard all Masses on Saturday and Sunday, 6 to 7:15 p.m. at its Life with Father Tom Shoemaker Seed Furniture Bank is in need of April 8 and 9. Dinner theatre Transition Center, 215 Red from St. Jude Parish, and Sister furniture. Donations may be Avilla — St. Mary Parish will Coach Dr., Mishawaka. The Jolene Heiden, SSND, from the picked up by calling (260) 471- Anniversary Mass for Our Lady of have a dinner theatre on group is for children, ages 6 to Office of Spiritual Development 5802. The Mustard Seed is dedi- Guadalupe Society Saturday, April 1, 6 p.m. in the 12, who are dealing with the attending. cated to providing household fur- South Bend — St. Adalbert school hall. Tickets are $10 for a death of someone close to them. nishings to those in need. Parish will celebrate a 28 year single and $20 for a couple. Both education and emotional Lenten vespers held during Lent anniversary with Mass at 1 p.m. Dinner includes a appetizer buf- support will be offered through- Fort Wayne — St. Henry Church, at St. Adalbert with a potluck fet, beef, pork chops, side dishes out this six week group. A griev- 2929 E. Paulding Rd., will have dinner to follow at St. Casimir and a dessert bar. A cash bar will ing parents support group on vespers during Lent every Hall. be available. Entertainment will Tuesday, April 4, from 6:30 to Sunday at 6 p.m. include a local recording artist, 8:30 p.m. at its South Bend Spaghetti dinner sponsored by Knights talent from the parish, and a DJ office, 111 Sunnybrook Ct. This Lenten Day of Reflection South Bend — The Knights of with dancing. Call Mike Hudecek group provides education and Kendallville — Immaculate Columbus Council 5570 is spon- at (260) 318-0262 for informa- emotional support to parents Conception Parish will host a soring an all-you-can-eat tion or to reserve tickets. dealing with the death of a child Day of Reflection for Harvest 24 TODAY’ S CATHOLIC APRIL 2, 2006 of Cardinals would mark “a new St. Rose of Lima Parish in beginning” for the Boston Portland, led the 50-member Archdiocese. group. CARDINALS Cardinal Zen was cheered by “The Archdiocese of Portland is CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 some 300 Chinese Catholics who not that big,” Cooper said, “but gathered at the Vatican from (Chicago) Cardinal (Francis E.) around the world. The group George came through there and and know that with the love of the included 100 clergy and nuns from now Cardinal Levada. It’s kind of prince of the apostles your love for mainland China studying in Rome, neat to have that connection, and it the church will be reinforced.” reported UCA News, an Asian brings us closer to the universal Among the most applauded of church news agency. The delega- church.” the new cardinals at the Mass were tion from Hong Kong numbered The oldest of the new cardinals, Polish Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz 141 people, including the cardi- 87-year-old Cardinal Peter Poreku of Krakow, Pope John Paul II’s nal’s oldest and youngest sisters, Dery, retired archbishop of longtime personal secretary, and the agency added. Tamale, Ghana, was seated in a Chinese Cardinal Joseph Zen Ze- During the March 24 ceremony wheelchair and was carried up the kiun of Hong Kong. a special prayer was offered in steps of St. Peter’s Square to the After the ring Mass, Pope Chinese “for all those who still pope. Benedict hosted a lunch for the suffer because of their Christian Pope Benedict stood to place new cardinals and the 140 other faith.” the red hat, called a biretta, on members of the College of The crowd prayed that “in Cardinal Dery’s head and caressed Cardinals who came to the Vatican prayer they would experience the the cardinal’s cheek after offering for a March 23 meeting with the certainty of communion with the him the sign of peace. pope and for the two days of cere- whole church and that one day The last cardinal created was monies for their new peers. they will harvest in joy that which 82-year-old French Cardinal Albert During the consistory, all of the they have sown in patience and Vanhoye, a noted biblical scholar. new cardinals were supported by love for long years.” Cardinal Vanhoye told the groups of family, friends and the A 60-member group from the Catholic newspaper Avvenire that faithful, who cheered and waved Archdiocese of Los Angeles was he got a call from Cardinal Angelo flags when their cardinal went for- in reality an expanded version of a Sodano, Vatican secretary of state, ward to kneel at the pope’s feet. pilgrimage from St. Anthony a couple of days before Pope Among the Boston pilgrims in Parish in Long Beach, the home Benedict announced the new cardi- the square March 24 was Frank parish of Cardinal Levada. nals. Woodward, who said Cardinal The core of the group was com- “I asked myself, Why are they O’Malley “has had a calming posed of eight of his high school looking for me? What exegetical influence” on the Boston classmates, including his successor errors did I make in my writings?” Archdiocese in the wake of the as archbishop of San Francisco, he said. clerical sex abuse scandal. Archbishop George H. Niederauer. The news that Pope Benedict Another Boston pilgrim, Nancy Another group of Cardinal was about to name him a cardinal, CNS PHOTO/CHRIS HELGREN, REUTERS Mandarini, said, “He’s a very Levada supporters came from and not that he was about to be Philippine Cardinal Gaudencio Rosales of Manila is embraced by Pope humble, holy man.” She said she Portland, Ore., where he served as called on the carpet, “fell from the Benedict XVI during the consistory at the Vatican March 24. Pope hoped that the elevation of archbishop, 1986-1995. Todd sky; I could not believe it,” he told Benedict installed 15 new cardinals, bringing the total number world- Cardinal O’Malley to the College Cooper, a 34-year-old member of the newspaper. wide to 193. Pope, cardinals discuss issues, including dialogue with Islam because it’s such a major force in cardinals,” said Cardinal William BY JOHN THAVIS the world.” H. Keeler of Baltimore. “I think (the pope) is concerned It was the pope’s idea to con- VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope that fundamentalist Islam is hostile vene the meeting, and Vatican Benedict XVI and most of the to every other faith. That’s a con- sources said it signaled a strong world’s cardinals sat down for cern of all of us and was brought advisory role for the world’s cardi- closed-door discussions on a num- up by a number of us,” Cardinal nals under the new pontificate. ber of administrative and pastoral McCarrick said. Cardinal Angelo Sodano, dean questions, including dialogue with He said participants were wor- of the College of Cardinals, Islam. ried about the fate of Christian opened the encounter by thanking The pope presided over the day minorities in some Muslim coun- the pontiff for seeking their advice of reflection and prayer March 23, tries. on “the great pastoral challenges of the day before he was to hold a In his own remarks to the the present hour.” public consistory to induct 15 new assembly, the cardinal said he “The convocation of the present cardinals. The cardinals-to-be, stressed the need to encourage consistory reveals to us how much dressed in bishops’ purple, were moderate Islamic leaders to “speak importance Your Holiness attrib- also invited to the meeting in the CNS PHOTO/L’OSSERVATORE ROMANO out and proclaim an Islam which is utes to the College of Cardinals,” Vatican’s synod hall. Pope Benedict XVI and most of the world’s cardinals meet at the Vatican tolerant and able to work with oth- Cardinal Sodano said. There was no formal agenda, March 23 for a closed-door discussion on administrative and pastoral ers.” The first part of the meeting, but in an opening talk the pope Others said that, while interfaith including 20 minutes of prayer, mentioned three specific concerns issues, including dialogue with Islam. dialogue was important, perhaps was broadcast in a live feed to for discussion, according to a more important right now is practi- journalists. At the end of his Vatican press statement: cal cooperation with Muslims — remarks, Cardinal Sodano said the • “The condition of retired bish- The comments were varied, from the cardinals on the as a sign of dialogue in action. pope would list a few primary ops.” with some questioning the terms Lefebvrites. Cardinal McCarrick said the themes; when it was the pope’s • “The question raised by on which such a reconciliation For one thing, Cardinal Napier pope listened carefully in both ses- turn to speak, the live feed was (Archbishop Marcel) Lefebvre and could and should occur. More than said, the situation among sions. At the end of the meeting, cut. the liturgical reform desired by the one cardinal reportedly questioned Lefebvrites is so different in vari- the cardinal said, the pope took off For many cardinals, the meet- Second Vatican Council.” the idea of granting personal prela- ous parts of the world that a thor- his glasses and spontaneously ing was a reunion of sorts, evoking • “Questions connected with the ture status to the Lefebvrites’ ough investigation would probably offered a “masterful” and precise their daily encounters ahead of the dialogue between the church and Society of St. Pius X. be needed before any global solu- summary of their discussions. conclave last April. Cardinal Islam.” In an interview with CNS, tion is reached. “I think he was pleased with it,” Joseph Ratzinger — the future The pope invited the cardinals Cardinal Theodore E. McCarrick Another topic raised by the Cardinal McCarrick said. “He was pope — presided over those meet- to raise issues of their own. Given of Washington said the cardinals pope was the possibility of an very impressive. We have such a ings, too. the time constraints, global poverty were in favor of reconciliation, but enhanced role in the church for brilliant Holy Father.” When the cardinals began filing was the only other topic that gen- that no definite consensus emerged retired bishops. New York Cardinal Edward M. into the synod hall before 9 a.m., erated substantive discussion, car- on how to do it. There was a As one cardinal explained to Egan described the talks as they were each handed a green dinals told Catholic News Service. strong sense that an eventual CNS, bishops have a triple office “worthwhile and helpful.” folder that contained a prayer In the morning session, several agreement must bring real unity, of teaching, sanctifying and gov- “The Holy Father spoke, but book, notepaper, applications for cardinals spoke about recent he said. erning, and the question is how mainly let the cardinals who stood permission to speak and two lists Vatican efforts to reconcile with “We all feel certainly that there those gifts can be best used for the up speak,” Cardinal Egan said. of cardinals — one alphabetical, the followers of the late is one faith and one church, and church, even among retired bish- Others said the pope at times the other by seniority. Archbishop Lefebvre. Cardinal we all want to avoid having two ops. One bishop suggested raising encouraged comments from cardi- Before taking seats, the cardi- Dario Castrillon Hoyos, head of churches and two faiths,” Cardinal the retirement age from the current nals from different geographical nals warmly greeted each other the Congregation for Clergy, McCarrick said. limit of 75 years. areas, making sure that no region and chatted informally. They rose described in broad terms his recent Cardinal Wilfrid F. Napier of Cardinal McCarrick said the was left out of the discussion. and applauded the pope when he efforts to bring the Lefebvrites Durban, South Africa, told CNS discussion on Islam reflected the “The atmosphere was very entered the room at 9:30, then back into communion with the that he did not think the pope was shared recognition that “somehow friendly and offered many oppor- recited prayers together. church. looking for a “yes or no” response we’ve got to relate to Islam, tunities for interaction with the