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Photo by Michelle Vander Linden Wrestlers, coaches, managers, cheerleaders and officials join together for an opening prayer at the 2009 class 3-2-1A state wrestling tournament at Fort Hays State University. The tournament was the first big event at which Silver Lake High School senior Brett LaMar and Burlington High School junior Michael Vander Linden led anyone willing to participate in an opening prayer. Putting muscle behind their faith By Kara Hansen include his son, Brett LaMar, a se- Leaven staff nior on the Silver Lake squad, and Michael Vander Linden, a junior Silver Lake — Most athletes wrestler at Burlington High School. have a pre-game ritual of some sort: The two teens knew each other They listen to the same songs on casually from wrestling tourna- their iPod, they perform the same ments, but got to know each other warm-up exercises, or they practice better on a retreat about a year ago. free throws or take downs in their “We just started talking about head. bringing prayer and God to wres- But before wrestling tourna- tling and how we could do that,” ments in Silver Lake and Burling- said Brett, a member of St. Stan- ton, they pray. islaus Parish in Rossville. Together. Both teams were praying be- And not just the wrestlers — but fore tournaments already, so it was the coaches, referees, managers, something of a natural extension to cheerleaders, and fans as well. Any- think about including other teams, one who would like to participate is too. welcome. “We thought it would be cool “It’s a student-led prayer with to get all the teams together and the athletes,” said Harry LaMar, thought we could really do a lot of head wrestling coach at Silver Lake things with this,” said Michael, a High School. “When the boys are parishioner at St. Francis Xavier in Photo by Doug Vander Linden leading the prayer, the whole crowd Burlington. “It was a way we could Silver Lake senior Brett LaMar (left) and Burlington junior Michael Vander Linden are the founders of Wres- goes silent.” Turn to “wrestlers” on page 4 tlers for Christ. The two lead a pre-match prayer before every wrestling event and invite everyone from the The “boys” LaMar is speaking of fans to the refs to join in.

Lenten regulations All Catholics 14 years of age and older are obliged Helping haiti to abstain from meat on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 17, Is your group or orgain- and all Fridays of Lent. Catholics 18 to 59 years ization doing something of age are obliged to fast on Ash Wednesday and to help Haiti? If so, The Good Friday — a fast consisting of one normal Leaven would like to know meal and two lesser meals, with no eating in be- about it. E-mail Jennifer tween. It is also recommended that Catholics find Siebes at: jennifer@ opportunities throughout the Lenten season to theleaven.com with the complement their fasts with prayer, reception of details. the sacraments of reconciliation and the Eucha- rist, and positive works of charity. 2 ARCHBISHOP THE LEAVEN • february 12, 2010 THE LEAVEN • February 12, 2010 SECOND FRONT PAGE 3 LIFE WILL BE VICTORIOUS Cardinal’s visit reveals God’s providence at work he visit of Cardinal Cardinal Schönborn came to the Nuns feel Haiti’s pain archdiocese because of his love for the Archbishop Naumann’s TChristoph Schönborn Community of the Lamb. The Little Sis- weekly calendar ters made their first foundation inK an- Haitian Sisters relieved to finally hear from quake-ravaged homeland will live forever in the sas City, Kan., because Father Anthony Feb. 12-13 memory of our Archdio- Ouellette, one of our young priests, Knights of the Holy Sepulcher weekend By Joe Bollig became friends with the Little Sisters meeting — Naples, Fla. Leaven staff cese. while he was studying at the Pontifi- Many have thanked me for inviting cal North American College in Rome. Feb. 14 LEAVENWORTH — The shock- Mass and dedication of new church — the cardinal. In reality, I played a very At noon, the cardinal celebrated Father Anthony introduced me to the waves from the Jan. 12 Haitian Holy Angels, Basehor small role in the cardinal’s visit to our Mass for an overflow crowd in St. foundress, Little Sister Marie, during earthquake didn’t topple buildings in archdiocese, but I benefited greatly Benedict’s Abbey church in Atchison. Kansas, but they really hit home for one of my visits to Rome. Like so many Mass for the 40th anniversary of Marriage from his time with us. Cardinal Schön- After Mass, he patiently posed for many others, I was immediately captivated two women religious at the Sisters of born’s visit to the archdiocese was a Encounter — Cathedral, Kansas City, Mo. Charity motherhouse here. photos and greeted as many faculty by the Little Sisters of the Lamb — the tremendous personal grace. He pro- and students as possible. The cardinal’s beauty of their communal prayer, their That’s because Haiti is home. vided me with a beautiful, if challeng- Feb. 15 Sister Melicia Singleus is from lecture that afternoon focused on the love for the poor, their simplicity of life White Mass for Catholic Medical Associa- ing, example of what it means to be a Port-au-Prince and Sister Myrlande essential relationship between faith and their joyful witness of the Gos- tion — Cathedral, Kansas City, Mo. shepherd after the heart of Jesus Christ. Moise is from Cote de Fer. They are and reason. He made the case why faith pel. I assured Little Sister Marie that On Jan. 30 around 10:30 p.m. Cardi- never needs to be fearful of science or whenever the Community of the Lamb Feb. 16 members of the Sisters of St. Antoine, nal Schönborn arrived at the convent of any authentic pursuit of truth. The car- was prepared to establish a convent in Administrative Team meeting Fondwa. The two Sisters arrived in the Little Sisters of the Lamb in Kansas dinal noted that science was premised the United States, the Archdiocese of the archdiocese in August 2009 to be- City, Kan. By that time, the cardinal on an understandable order in nature. Kansas City in Kansas would warmly Priests Personnel meeting gin a year of English language study had been traveling for more than 24 Bluntly he stated, it was simply “stupid” welcome the Little Sisters. at Donnelly College in Kansas City, hours. If I were him, the only thing that to believe that the world was the prod- And the rest is, as they say, history. Mass and dinner — Sisters of St. Francis Kan. I would have wanted to do at that mo- uct of chance. In the turbulence of the 1960s, God of the Martyr St. George Images and stories from television ment was to go to bed. After his lecture, the cardinal again used their love for the writings of the and the Internet left them worried When we drove down Boeke Street patiently posed for pictures with as early Church Fathers to bring together Feb. 17 and numb. in Kansas City, Kan., it was lined with many groups and individuals as pos- the lives of a young Dominican friar Ash Wednesday “I see [the destruction] on the TV people holding candles and balloons. sible until we absolutely had to depart and a young Dominican Sister. Many and Internet, yesterday and Thurs- Musicians and dancers were there to cel- for vespers and dinner with the priests years later, a young seminarian would 6:45 a.m. Mass — Cathedral of St. Peter day night, and I cry, because I see it. I ebrate the arrival of this special guest to of the archdiocese. In his homily, he introduce his new archbishop to that feel very, very, very [sad],” said Sister 5:15 p.m. Mass — St. Lawrence Catholic their neighborhood. The cardinal could spoke words of encouragement and same Sister, who had become the Melicia. Campus Center not have been more gracious, attempting support to our priests. After dinner, the foundress of the Community of the They were cut off for more than to greet personally every individual. a week from their bishop, chaplain, cardinal did not wish to leave until he Lamb. As a result of the Little Sisters Feb. 18 The Little Sisters told me that Cardi- had the opportunity to greet individu- and superior. They only knew that of the Lamb’s convent in Kansas City, Donnelly College board meeting nal Schönborn was the first person in ally each priest. Kan., the Dominican friar, who was Fondwa was in a zone with signifi- the chapel the next morning. Despite Around 9 p.m., we returned to the now the cardinal archbishop of Vienna, cant damage. the busy day that lay in front of him, Confirmation — Mother Teresa of Calcutta Fondwa is a small community Little Sisters of the Lamb convent, where came to visit our archdiocese. Is not Parish, Topeka he asked the Sisters if it was possible quite a crowd had assembled. About 60 God’s providence beautiful? located south and west of Port-au- to invite their friends and neighbors to people crammed into the biggest room Cardinal Schönborn made a lasting Feb. 20 Prince. Their small order, which was come back that night so he could spend in the convent. The cardinal invited ev- impression on the Catholic community Permanent deacon candidate interviews begun in 1996, was in the process of more time with them. eryone to describe how they had come to of northeast Kansas. Even more so, the building a motherhouse. The order On Sunday morning, I arrived at know the Little Sisters. It was touching to Little Sisters are touching powerfully Mass and installation of Father Jim has six professed Sisters, four postu- 8:30 a.m. at the Little Sisters convent hear the testimonies of the many bless- the hearts of everyone who encounters Ludwikoski as pastor of Good Shepherd lants, and two novices. to join the cardinal and the Sisters for ings the Little Sisters had brought to so these joyful ambassadors of the Lamb. Parish, Shawnee “I think it is very bad, because morning prayer. As part of our prayer, many lives in such a short time. Fondwa is in the mountains,” said Cardinal Schönborn, on behalf of the Feb. 21 Sister Myrlande. Community of the Lamb, presented me Mass and installation of Father Richard Sister Myrlande received a brief with a beautiful wooden pectoral cross McDonald as pastor of St. Lawrence, message from her youngest brother, with an etching of The Lamb. On the Easton, and St. Joseph of the Valley, who lives in Port-au-Prince, through back of the cross in Latin is the motto Leavenworth, at St. Joseph a grandmother living in Miami. She for the community: “Wounded, I will had no idea how her brother man- never cease to love.” 3 p.m. Rite of Christian Initiation of aged to make this contact. The Little Sisters arranged for me to Adults — St. Joseph, Shawnee Finally, the two Sisters reestab- have a private breakfast with the cardi- lished direct contact with their com- nal. He was very interested in hearing 7 p.m. Rite of Christian Initiation of munity on Jan. 20. The news was about the life of the church in northeast Adults — Sacred Heart, Shawnee bad, although it could have been Kansas. He spoke with great admiration much worse. Leaven photo by Elaina Cochran for his former professor, Pope Benedict Their motherhouse, school, and Haitian Sisters Melicia Singleus from Port-au-Prince (left) and Sister Myrlande Moise from Cote de Fer waited for days for news to trickle in XVI. The cardinal also shared some of Archbishop Keleher’s clinic (which was attached to a radio about their communities following the devestating earthquake that rocked Haiti. The two Sisters are studying English at Donnelly College in the difficult challenges the church faces weekly calendar station) were destroyed. Their guest- Kansas City, Kan. in Austria and throughout Western Feb. 12 house and orphanage were badly Europe. Our Catholic Way radio taping damaged. Four people were killed: ly starved to death when he was in turn, has contacts with Heart to Cardinal Schönborn related how his brought to the Sisters as an infant. Heart International. Heart to Heart a novice, an orphan, and two men The Sisters of Charity are own study of the Fathers of the Church The Sisters of St. Antoine nursed him representatives went to Fondwa and Feb. 13 who worked at the school. One Sister gathering funds for Haitian quake as a young Dominican friar had been back to health. brought medical supplies and water. St. James benefit dinner had a broken leg, relief to be sent through the Penn- a great blessing and preserved him “He was very They made arrangements to fill a sur- which was later sylvania organization Partners from becoming swept up in much of special to all the viving cistern with water for the next Feb. 17 set in a cast by a “Someone can give you in Progress. If you would like to the theological confusion so prevalent Sisters,” said Sis- six months. Ash Wednesday visiting medical make a donation, contact Part- in the late 1960s. It was during this food and you can eat, but ter Katherine. Sister Judith Donner, a Sister of team. ners in Progress at its Web site at: same period that the cardinal met Little Mass for chancery staff “When he got old- Humility from Pennsylvania, had “It could have www.piphaiti.org; by calling (724) Sister Marie, the future foundress of after you finish eating, er, he would have been working in the Fondwa clinic, been worse,” said 238-9204; or write to: 329 N. Fair- the Community of the Lamb. Cardinal Feb. 21 gone to the or- and she managed to get to Port-au- Sister Katherine where are you going to field St., Ligonier, PA 15658. Schönborn spoke with great affection Confirmation — St. Matthew, Topeka Franchett, SCL, phanage, but he Prince to make contacts and get sup- about his friendship with the Commu- Despite traveling for more than 24 hours straight, Cardinal Christoph Schönborn was more than treasurer of the sleep? What are you going was too young.” plies. nity of the Lamb and the many bless- happy to meet the people of Kansas City, Kan., who welcomed him to the convent of the Little Sis- Feb. 21-24 Sisters of Charity, Now, the 11 “She arrived two days ago with ters of the Lamb on the evening of Jan. 30. The cardinal was given the VIP treatment with a street Bishops’ prayer group — Portland, Ore. to wear? And the ings he had experienced because of his “School was out members of the two trucks filled with supplies and Haiti needs food, water, and medi- lined with people holding candles and balloons, along with musicians and dancers. association with the Little Sisters. at the time the children — where will Sisters of St. An- food, and two great big tents,” said cal help now, but it also needs much earthquake hit. It toine and the 60 Sister Katherine. “She brought volun- more help later on, said Sister Melicia. wasn’t night, so they go to school?” orphans they care teers with her. 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Riley, chancellor, reports the following assignments made by Arch- Continued from page 1 the administration asks school wrestling tournaments are seek- — while still making ing at least one tangible way to show bishop Joseph F. Naumann: put God as the focus of what we’re do- sure they get their spir- their pride in their sport and their faith ing.” itual boost in by pray- at the same time. Gonz Medina, owner Rev. Msgr. All they needed then was an oppor- ing with their team or of Blue Chip Wrestling, created some Charles McGlinn, tunity — something Harry had already in small groups. 180 T-shirts with the logo “Wrestlers for pastor of Curé of Ars been speaking to Burlington’s wres- The two wrestlers Christ” on them that both teams have Church in Leawood, tling coach and Michael’s father, Doug say praying before made available to a wider audience. is granted a medical Vander Linden, about via e-mail. their matches is a fun- “When people first started asking for leave of absence for “Coach LaMar’s team had been pray- damental part of their T-shirts, we knew the idea was getting rest and recupera- ing together already, and he knew I was preparation — just as out,” said Michael. “People seem to love tion, effective Feb. 5. involved in FCA (Fellowship of Christian much as the physical the idea and want the shirts. They’re Athletes),” said Doug. “Last February, and mental practice glad God and wrestling are being com- Rev. Msgr. Gary Burlington hosted the class 3A regional that goes into the sport bined.” Applegate, parochial tournament and we got to talking about itself. administrator of Good how this would be an opportunity for “I’ve always known Looking to the future Shepherd Church in our two sons to do more than pray with the importance of Shawnee until Feb. 5, their teams.” prayer, and a relation- is appointed paro- “We asked the kids if they would con- Michael and Brett are both hoping to chial administrator of ship with God is great,” see Wrestlers for Christ become bigger sider it and take off with it, and they said Michael. “I saw my Curé of Ars Church, did,” said Harry. “The boys came up and more accessible to wrestlers across Leawood, effective older brother pray be- the state. with their prayers and avenue on their fore wrestling. I want Feb. 5. own.” “Because Brett is a senior this year, and even though the competition may to share with others we’ve talked a lot about who we can Brett and Michael each took a day get intense, they still need to be good that my number one goal is to glorify of the regional tournament and invit- hand this down to who will keep it go- role models for their kids. God, no matter what happens. And I ing,” said Michael. “I really want to Senior Ball set for March 11 ed those present at the tournament to Following the prayer led by Michael hope others can see that.” Leaven photo by Susan McSpadden come down to the mat before leading push harder next year to see this spread or Brett, the entire group is invited to throughout the state, so we can rely on Paul Welsh, a member of Church of the Nativity in Leawood, received the Project Rachel “Friend of the Year” award Feb. 4 at St. Michael the KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Redemptorist them in a prayer. participate in the Our Father. Archangel Parish, Leawood. Barbara Belcher, president of the advisory board, was the presenter. Center Seniors Club invites all area senior “I was nervous, stressed, scared Spreading the faith many who can keep this going. “It’s so loud, and the crowd is silent, “It could be turned into a huge thing.” citizens to enjoy live music, dancing, when my dad approached me about do- so you can hear the prayer throughout refreshments and dozens of door prizes ing this,” said Michael. “But now I know People are noticing. It has been over Brett agreed. the entire school,” said Harry. “It’s very a year since the two wrestlers began “I’m hoping every team can do this at the annual St. Pat’s Senior Ball, from 1 this is what I’m supposed to do. powerful.” Friends bring more awareness to Project Rachel to 3 p.m. on March 11 in the gymnasium “I’m no longer scared,” he concluded. leading pre-tournament prayer, and at tournaments we’re not at,” said Brett. Far from forcing the prayer on any conduct the media campaign that’s less, and we’re open to any donation,” of the Cristo Rey Kansas City High School, “It’s all on God.” each report a positive response — both “I hope ultimately people want to turn By Kara Hansen of those present who might not want Leaven staff been going on already.” said Klausner. 211 W. Linwood Blvd., here. The wrestlers and others present at in increasing numbers of people joining their lives to God and go to church.” to participate, Michael and Brett say Klausner said the media campaign A blessing ceremony for the new Admission and refreshments are free the tournament came to pray with Brett them in prayer as well as feedback from As coaches, both Harry and Doug are they are simply providing the chance LEAWOOD — If you have ever has proven extremely helpful in rais- program took place on Feb. 4 at St. for seniors. Free parking and parking and Michael before matches began each those present. supportive of the initiative taken on by for others to join them in bringing their wanted to get involved with a cause ing awareness of Project Rachel, so Michael the Archangel Church in assistance is available at the rear of the day. “I have about five to 10 wrestlers Brett and Michael. They are consider- thoughts and words to God before but just didn’t have the time to give, that men and women know where Leawood, with Archbishop Joseph F. building. “They got a great response, and it was come up and tell me ‘Thanks’ at each ing putting together a Web site that will matches start. Project Rachel has an opportunity for to turn for help if they need it. She Naumann presiding. The Senior Ball features live big band even better the next day,” said Doug. meet. And the coaches and refs will of- allow for more communication among “We invite anyone who’s there down you. is hopeful the ongoing support of Klausner said an event would be music and always guarantees plenty of Ever since, the communal pre- ten tell me, ‘Thanks for doing this,’ or high school wrestling teams and allow to the circle to pray,” said Brett. The Friends of Project Rachel is a Friends of Project Rachel will not only held once a year for Friends of Project dance partners. tournament prayer has become a regu- give me a pat on the back,” said Brett. them to share their stories of God’s in- Michael agreed. newly launched campaign designed help the program continue to provide Rachel, thanking them for their sup- Clubs or organizations wishing to at- lar way to kick off any wrestling tour- Players and coaches say they have volvement in their tournaments. “If people want to come down and specifically to bring support to the its direct services, but also allow the port. tend the dance as a group should RSVP by nament where either the Burlington or now heard stories of other teams leading But as fathers, Harry and Doug can- pray, they can,” he said. “We invite any- post-abortive healing ministry. ministry to continue its media cam- “With one in six women having an calling Brother John at (816) 931-9942. Silver Lake teams are present. Wrestlers group prayer before tournaments when not help but be proud of the role their one who wants to, and leave the deci- “This is a way people can donate paign. abortion at some point in their life- for Christ was born. neither the Silver Lake nor Burlington sons have had in creating Wrestlers for sion up to them. We don’t pray over the team is present. In Silver Lake, Harry Christ. and be involved, even if they might “We have limited funds to do those time, we’re all going to know some- microphone because we don’t want to has junior high-age wrestlers asking if “Even though wrestling is a physi- not have the chance time-wise,” said things that raise awareness and pro- one who has had one,” said Klausner. USM to have winter recital Giving God the glory force it on people.” Pat Klausner, program coordinator vide community education,” she said. “The Friends of Project Rachel gives they can pray before their matches, too. cal and intense sport, wrestlers can still Leavenworth — The University of As the groups of people coming to the for Project Rachel in the archdiocese. “It’s necessary to make Project Ra- people a chance to put their love and “You hear stories about some NFL carry the qualities of Christian athletes,” Saint Mary department of fine arts-music Both Brett and Michael now have mat for prayer have grown in size — up The purpose of the program is get chel known, so men and women can concern into action and provides an or college players coming together for said Doug. “You can feel God’s presence presents its winter student recital at 7 a basic outline of the prayer they lead to several hundred, at some matches — people involved in Project Rachel by know about it. Many of the people in opportunity to reach out in Christian prayer, but I’ve never seen anything like there and know they are doing some- p.m. on Feb. 16, in the Walnut Room, before each tournament starts. It opens not using a microphone has become a offering their prayers and financial need of the program are unchurched, compassion — to give people a place this in high school sports at all,” said thing to carry the Lord’s work forward.” Mead Hall 2nd floor, here. The recital is with them thanking God for the oppor- challenge. support to the ministry, said Ron so they don’t read about it in their to find help that’s truly transforming.” Harry. Harry agrees. free and open to the public. tunity and ability to wrestle and asking “There are people from every team in Kelsey, archdiocesan consultant for church bulletin.” If you are interested in becoming a The two coaches say they can see the “What they are doing is helping kids The recital will feature USM student him to keep the wrestlers safe from inju- the tournament down there on the mat, the pro-life office. Families and individuals who are part of Friends of Project Rachel, con- impact of the prayer in other ways, too. by teaching them how to pray — letting pianists, instrumentalists and singers, as ry. They then pray for good sportsman- so you really have to yell to be heard,” “The support of people through interested in becoming a part of the tact Klausner at the Web site: project The first three tournaments after the them know it’s OK to talk to God — and well as musicians from USM’s prepara- ship on the part of the athletes and for said Michael. the Friends of Project Rachel will help Friends of Project Rachel are encour- [email protected], or by phone group prayer got started were complete- creating leadership skills,” said Harry. tory division. Attendees will be treated to God’s help in keeping him first in their And when school administrators at us continue the awareness campaign aged to make a suggested $50 tax-de- at (913) 621-2199 or toll-free at ly injury-free, something extremely un- “It’s very emotional and fills you with selections by several composers, includ- lives. Finally, they pray for the manag- some of the tournaments have been we’ve been doing with billboards, ra- ductible donation once a year. (888) 246-1504. You can also contact usual for such an intense and physical pride.” ing Schubert, Ireland, and Fauré. ers, cheerleaders, coaches, officials and reluctant to allow the teens to lead dio spots, and the Web site,” he said. “Of course, there are some people Kelsey at (913) 647-0350 or through sport as wrestling, said Harry. “Brett is a very good wrestler,” said For more information, contact William even the fans — that they will keep in group prayer, that’s fine, say Brett and Plus, those in and around the high Harry. “But this will be his legacy.” “It will help us be able to continue to who are comfortable giving more or the Web site at: [email protected]. mind the wrestlers are student/athletes Michael. Both are quick to respect what Krusemark at (913) 758-6460 or by e-mail at: [email protected].

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Glen and Georgia (Allen) Haag, members of St. Tournament honors deceased seminarians Joseph Parish By Kara Hansen the half-court; the tournament is double in Olpe, will Leaven Staff elimination. celebrate their There will be three divisions in which 50th wedding PRAIRIE VILLAGE — When players teams can compete — female, male rec- anniversary take to the court for this three-on-three reational, and male competitive. Anyone with a recep- basketball tournament, there will be interested in playing can either register tion on Feb. 21 Call to Share supports families, where stewardship begins more than a championship and bragging as a team of three to five players or as an from 2-5 p.m. at individual “free agent” and then be as- the Knights of his year, the Archbishop’s Call to guests in October. rights at stake. signed to a team. The cost for team reg- Columbus Hall Share theme is “Love.” The archdi- Jacki Corrigan, the consultant for All the money raised from the event istration is $60; the cost for individuals south of the ocesan family life office embraces the family life office, promotes ENDOW will go to support seminarians in the Anniversaries T Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas and Jared Cheek Matty Molnar is $15. The winning teams will receive church. Friends its ministry as an act of love, beginning (Educating on the Nature and Dignity community was severely affected by championship T-shirts. and family are invited; they request no with the coordination of the archdioce- of Women) groups within parishes. the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph — their death four years ago and many of In addition to the tournament, there gifts. The event will be hosted by their san 50th wedding anniversary Mass and She also helps to promote three on- and all of it will be raised to honor the us still mourn their loss. We also want to will be three-point and free-throw shoot- children: Lois and Bob Cox; Patty and reception. This celebration is offered in going groups for men, women and ado- memory of deceased seminarians Matty make sure that their memory remains ing contests for $1 per round. Winners of Clint Jenkins; Michael and Leanne Haag; cooperation with parishes’ 50th anniver- lescents: Molnar and Jared Cheek. with us. There are many new young the contests will receive free registration and Barbara Haag. They also have 12 sary celebrants, who are sent an invita- “That Man is You,” a 26-week inter- “We had been looking for something adults joining Catholic Challenge Sports for an upcoming sport offered through grandchildren. The couple was married tion from Archbishop Joseph Naumann. active Bible study focused on the devel- to do for Jared and Matty, and since we and young adult communities every day Catholic Challenge Sports. on Feb. 20, 1960, at St. Ann Church, Last June, more than 100 couples and opment of men in the modern world. didn’t have anything going for basket- who did not know Matty and Jared, and “We’re hoping to draw around 30-40 Excelsior Springs, Mo. their guests participated. It combines the best research from sci- ball, we thought a tournament would we would like to make sure that their teams,” said Riordan. “Of course, more Though they have not quite reached ence with the teachings of the Catholic be a good idea,” said Jake Riordan, a lives are not forgotten.” would be great, too.” the 50th anniversary mark, the honor- faith and the wisdom of the saints to parishioner at St. Michael the Archangel in Leawood who is helping organize the The Jared and Matty Charity Basket- If the tournament has a positive re- Anniversary policy ary chairpersons for this year’s Arch- develop the vision of authentic men ca- The Leaven only prints 50, 60, 65 and ball Tournament is being sponsored by sponse, it will likely become an annual bishop’s Call to Share are Bob and Judy pable of transforming society. event. 70th anniversary notices. Announce- Catholic Challenge Sports, a Catholic event, said Riordan. All tournament par- Vohs, members of St. Ann Parish in “She Shall Be Called Woman,” a 26- Fellow organizer Sara Batenhorst ments are due by 5 p.m. eight days young adult ministry focused on provid- ticipants are invited to dinner together at (Thursday) before the desired publica- Prairie Village, who have a Christian week program for women designed to agreed. “Once we decided that we would like ing sports events and leagues within the a local restaurant following the comple- tion date. Announcements must be marriage that some see as an example aid women in their spiritual journey typed. to donate the money to the seminarian Kansas City metropolitan area. tion of the games. for others to follow. within the context of their marriag- Send notices to: The Leaven, 12615 It will take place at St. Ann Church in To register, visit the Web site at: “They are humble, faith-filled, and es and family life. By combining the fund, we thought it would be appropri- Parallel Pkwy., Kansas City, KS 66109, Prairie Village on April 17, with games http://kccatholicchallenge.com; select attn: anniversaries; or send an e-mail to: show us what it means to be ever- teaching of the Catholic faith, sacred ate to do it in Matty and Jared’s honor,” starting at 10:30 a.m. and running until “basketball tournament” from the choic- [email protected]. constant and ever-faithful,” said their Scripture, and the wisdom of the saints said Batenhorst, also a St. Michael the approximately 7 p.m. Games are held on es along the left-hand side of the site. pastor, Father Keith Lunsford. with secular knowledge, “She Shall Archangel parishioner. “The young They have been married for 46 years Be Called Woman” reveals the seven and have raised four children and have steps by which women can create truly 12 grandchildren. healthy, happy, holy families. 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That’s why Suffering serves a great purpose, because it releases us from the burden of temporal wants more hope than anyone else because Jesus we need Lent. and strips us down to nothing but the vacuum in our souls that only God’s love can fill. conquered death and promised eternal life to the As a child, I loved making the Stations of the Cross. In those days they were And God’s love, of course, is Jesus walking the path to Calvary. believer. your the traditional prayers of St. Alphonsus. Now, I also find spiritual nourishment in So, if this were my last Lent, that’s where I would spend it — trailing behind Jesus, praying We talk about other people dying. We talk modern Stations such as Pope John Paul II’s scriptural reflections and Maryknoll’s and chanting and invoking every saint I know. about death in the Way of the Cross, that sees Christ in the suffering of people today. This is what I love about the Catholic faith. It gives me so much to hang on to when life abstract. We talk about In 2002, my clogged arteries required bypass surgery. Normally patients presses me down — the Eucharist, daily Mass, rosaries and chaplets and novenas, the commu- death euphemistically. would be operated on immediately, but I wanted to wait till my surgeon returned nion of saints and, of course, Mary. On my bookshelf, I have from vacation. I had two weeks to work myself into a frenzy. Instead, I went into I would run to her long before I would think about skydiving or climbing a mountain. I’d lay a very nice book called Lenten mode (although it was September) and said, did and saw things as if it my burden at her feet and ask her to stay by my side. “Today Someone I Love were for the last time: a visit to my sister’s in the Adirondacks, a day in Central She would, of course. Together we would walk the path of her seven sorrows, because this Passed Away.” Park, a cup of morning coffee, a glorious sunrise, a good novel! ancient Servite chaplet is the best meditation for suffering. Each sorrow builds so beautifully Cars pass each other. last Having “practiced” all my life, I surrendered to the anesthesiologist, confident to that moment of triumph on the cross; through it, Mary is such an awesome example of trust Quarterbacks throw pass- on my own Way of the Cross, I was only at the Third Station. in God’s plan. es. Your teacher gives you My favorite Gospel is Matthew’s account of the Transfiguration. At the moment when God’s voice comes booming out of the a hall pass to go to the — Father Joseph Veneroso is a Maryknoll priest who worked in Korea. He served as editor of Maryknoll maga- clouds saying, “Listen to Him!” bathroom. Some college zine from 1991 until 2007. He assists every weekend at the Korean Catholic community in Queens, N.Y., where he I always figure Jesus must have known that whatever he said at that moment would go down in history and be repeated courses are pass/fail. suspects he is up to the Ninth Station. forever. And of all the things he could have said, he chose to say, “Don’t be afraid.” Why do we say people “pass” when someone I’d carry that advice with me on my journey to the foot of the cross. And Mary and I, with nothing left but trust in God, would has simply died? look toward Easter morning with the eternal hope and confirmed faith that Jesus’ sacrifice had not been in vain. I can see two reasons. The more positive reason is that our hope is lent — Jill Ragar Esfeld is a freelance writer for The Leaven and a member of Holy Trinity Parish in Lenexa. in Christ, and we hope that our loved ones (and ’m of the opinion that everything presumably ourselves) will “pass” from life on this Anita McSorley Jan Lewis earth to eternal life in heaven. that needs to be said will sooner or The more negative reason is that many seem I’m betting there’s a special place in heaven Twelve years ago, my husband and I went on a World- to consider death to be an obscenity, a sort of later be said best in a country song. reserved exclusively for mothers of teens. wide Marriage Encounter weekend. During the weekend, Father James Martin Sister Irene Nowell “that which shall be unnamed,” because like Col. So perhaps it should come as no (And if there wasn’t originally, I’m thinking we were challenged to go deeper in our relationship, Nathan R. Jessep said in the film A“ Few Good that thing with the 13-year-old staying behind challenged to face attitudes that drove us apart and chal- Tim McGraw’s song asks the right question: What would it mean “Live like you were dying.” There is a current fad Men,” “You can’t handle the truth!” surprise that when I started to pon- and teaching in the Temple did the trick.) lenged to seek the good for to live as if we had only a finite time to live? Well, we would prob- for listing the 25 things You are going to die. I am going to die. Every- ably want to tell our friends and family I want to do or places der what new angle The Leaven You know who we are. We’re the ones who the other. At the end of the one dies. Does thinking about that make you a hovered over weekend, we were asked to how much we love them, thank people I want to see before I little uncomfortable? might take on the start of Lent this our babies’ reflect on the question: “Why for the kindnesses they’ve shown to die. But this advice from Sometimes I run into people who say death cribs, nursed do I want to go on living?” Our us, ask forgiveness from those we’ve Tim McGraw reminds year, some Tim McGraw lyrics came doesn’t bother them all that much, and I halfway them through responses to that question, hurt, and prepare ourselves to meet me instead of what the believe them. I’ve had those moments, but I’ve to mind. those long which we wrote in letters God. third-century (B.C.) sage had the other moments, too, when the thought nights, and to each other, changed the But of course we do have only a said: “Go, eat your bread of death — and the deaths of those I love — are “Some day, I hope you get the chance,” the re- finite time to live. So that attitude — with joy and drink your I cried tears of course of our lives. depressing and frightening. frain goes, “to live like you were dying.” joy over even When faced with the pos- living for the future, that is, for our wine with a merry heart, Sometimes I’ve wondered about fear of death: their simplest sibility that your life could eventual meeting with God — should because it is now that God Is it a sign of a lack of faith? Still, I’d rather Like any good country song, “Live Like accomplish- end at any moment, you are be an attitude to cultivate every day. favors your works” (Eccl wrestle with my fears and doubts than smother It’s not morbid — it’s honest. 9:7). To “remember death daily,” as St. Benedict You Were Dying” tells a story — the story of a ments. forced to reevaluate what them under the yearbook answer, which is a con Now, we’re is important. In my letter, I When my father died a few years advises his followers, is to treasure every present and a dodge, and something I’ve been fed too 40-something man who is suddenly faced with lucky if we get focused on all of the things that were yet undone in my ago, something surprising happened moment and to live it to the fullest. That’s not easy! many times. to him. In his last months on earth, We are constantly tempted to brood over the past a life-threatening illness. When he is asked some a four-letter life, unrealized hopes and dreams for myself, for us as a I’d like to be like the saints I’ve read about, text — “here” couple and for our family. It was a letter filled with things he changed — he became more gentle, or worry about the future. But it is now that God who had such intimate relationships with Christ years later how he responded to the news that he — to let us to do, but I now believe that what is important in life is more compassionate, more forgiv- favors our works. The only life we have is right now. that they embraced death. An older generation of know our precious young driver has reached not so much about the “doing” as it is about the “being.” ing, even more religious. He talked about the people he hoped to So my Lenten resolution is to live in the present, to Catholics called this “a good death,” which is what might die, the singer explains that: his destination safely. Only a snarky comment If this is my last Lent, then I need to be more like Mary meet in heaven, he treasured holy cards that people sent him (and try to do the simplest things with careful attention, I want. Where do I want to die? With my family, in “I went sky diving/ I went Rocky Mountain on Facebook confirms the college kid’s still and less like Martha. I will start by being at the feet of he was never very religious) and he asked for forgiveness for his to take each opportunity to be kind to others, and church, just after receiving the Eucharist. I’m a re- alive. Jesus, spending time each day with my Lord. I will be sins. When I mentioned this to a friend, a Catholic Sister, she said to receive every moment with grateful joy. Or as alist, though. It probably won’t happen that way. climbing/ I went two point seven seconds on a That is, of course, until things go south. more loving, especially to my wonderful husband. I will that she wasn’t surprised at all. “Dying is about becoming more one of our wise Sisters once advised, “To be where I take comfort in the story about Jesus and human,” she said. Yes, I thought. We become more human — more I am and do what I’m doing.” I consider this a little bull named Fu Man Chu/ And I loved deeper/ A season-ending injury. A lost scholarship. A be more patient, especially while standing in long lines. I Lazarus in the Gospel of John. Jesus knew Lazarus broken heart. will be more joyful, celebrating the little things that I used aware of our relationship to God — as we near the end of our lives practice for eternity. Isn’t heaven going to be an was going to die — did, in fact, die — and was and I spoke sweeter/ And I gave forgiveness I’d Then suddenly — like a missing stuffed ani- to overlook each day. I will be kinder, especially toward and realize what is really important. When everything falls away, eternal NOW? going to be raised by he himself. But when Jesus we become more aware of our reliance on God. been denying./ An’ he said: ‘Some day, I hope you mal finally found at the bottom of a closet — people who normally get on my nerves. I will be more got to the tomb of Lazarus, he cried. Death made Mom is picked up again and hugged close, first generous — giving my time, talent and treasure without Lent is a time to remember that we are always called to be in — Irene Nowell is a Benedictine of Mount St. Jesus cry, so I guess it’s OK for me to cry about it, get the chance/ to live like you were dying’.’” for comfort — and then, of course, so she’ll fix reserve. “right relationship” with God and with our fellow human beings. Scholastica in Atchison, where she is director for too. whatever’s broken. If this is my last Lent, then I want to live it filled with And that’s true whether our last day will be 70 years from now, next the junior Sisters. She also teaches Scripture for For Catholics, there is no better time to give But not too much. Earlier Jesus said, “Our It is both our pleasure and our job to be faith, hope and love, but especially with love. week, or tomorrow. St. John’s University School of Theology. A new friend Lazarus is asleep” (Jn 11:11). Jesus wasn’t some thought to dying than Lent. used like this. We make ourselves instantly book, “101 Questions and Answers on Angels and a euphemistic kind of guy, so there is something and utterly available to these ungrateful little — Jan Lewis is the executive the Catholic Charities for — James Martin, SJ, is the author of “The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Devils” will be published this fall by Paulist Press. important about him saying “sleep” here. I take The whole season, of course, builds up to the wretches — as hard wired to answer their cries the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas. Everything.” comfort from this, too. passion and death of Our Lord. But as important for help now in this painfully awkward, half Death can be ugly, painful, difficult, undigni- child/half adult incarnation, as we were when fied, horrible, and lonely.B ut the only way to as Good Friday is to our faith, it is Easter Sunday they were babes in arms. heaven is through the door marked “DEATH,” so that defines us. It is because we believe in Easter We complain endlessly about them to our live with it. Or not. You know what I’m trying to friends and family. Yet we are secretly de- Sister Charlotte White Woodeene Koenig-Bricker say. lighted that we are occasionally still clutched Sunday — in life with Christ after death here on My first thought when hearing this assignment was, I“ always try to live like I’m dying.” Then I thought I just spent several hours with a friend who is “Live Like You Were Dying” is a country song close — even if only in desperation. again. My calendar is full and there’s no time in there to schedule dying! But, what if I knew the last calendar dying of melanoma. Barring a miracle, this will by Tim McGraw. The subject of the song finds out earth — that those song lyrics hold special mean- If this Lent I were to truly live like I was dy- page lay not too far ahead? What would be different if this were my last Lent? be her last Lent. But she isn’t living it as if it were he’s going to die, so he completely changes the ing, I would stop treating God like my teenag- ing for us. There are a million adventures that I would love to have. Climbing Long’s Peak in Colo- her last, but simply living it. She is making every way he lives until The End. ers treat me. rado had long been on my bucket list, but I reluctantly crossed that off some years ago. moment, every action — from savoring a cup Well, yeah, I’d want to clean up my act and tie And so, we’ve challenged a number of writers I would turn to Him in my successes — not That book that I may — or may not — write some day? The world will go on if it doesn’t of tea to watching the goldfinches outside her up loose ends, too, if my death was sooner rather just my failures. — including our own — to tackle Tim McGraw’s get written. I wouldn’t cram Lent with all of my undone projects. window — into an offering, a prayer. When I left than later. But given the one-to-one birth/death For my inspiration — not just in despera- Would I live this Lent with redoubled penance and hours of solitary prayer? No. I don’t her, which may be the last time we are together, ratio of humanity, shouldn’t a guy be doing that theme with our Catholic faith and Lent in mind. tion. think so. We pray each day, privately and as a community, and those times are powerful. she said, “I’ll see you either here or in heaven.” anyway? I would remind myself every day, every After pondering their reflections, however, That prayer spills into our full days, so that work and play are simply prayer lived out. I I held my tears only long enough to get down Lent is on its way. For some, it will be the last hour, that every gift — even teenagers — would not let go of that rhythm. Penance? In community, we learn that our true penance the driveway and into my car. So if this were my Lent. What are you doing for Lent? we’re hoping you won’t stop there. Instead, why comes from Him. is to face the daily irritants and interruptions of life with grace. So, I would choose my last Lent, I would hope that I would do what my The older I get, the more I appreciate Lent. If Finally, I would thank my Mom for not usual small Lenten penances and try – again – to welcome God in each event of the day. friend Elsie is doing — live deliberately, in the Christmas is for the kid in us, Lent is for our inner, not put pen to paper and map out a course to strangling me before I knew enough to ap- So what would be different? I would stop taking God for granted. I would see God’s gifts in the rainbow now, using the ordinary as a means of grace. I grown-up Christian. Lent is when we get serious preciate all she has done for me, and does for spend this Lent as if it were your last? winking from a dew drop, in the graceful curve of an overpass that can hold up semi trucks, in the miracle of a have the feeling that if I were to do that for 40 about stuff, like death and our eternal destiny. me still. light switch that echoes God’s first words in Scripture: “Let there be light.” I would praise God for every person days, with full intent every waking hour, Lent itself would become Easter. For me, Lent isn’t a downer, but a hopeful time. It You might just find that the only road headed Actually, that one’s easy compared to in my life. I would let God love. gives me a chance to live like I am dying. And that thanking God every day for my teenagers. where you want to go, goes by way of Calvary. — Woodeene Koenig-Bricker spends her Lent (and the rest of the year) in ain’t a bad thing at all. So, thanks, Mom. I love you. — Sister Charlotte White is a Sister of Charity of Leavenworth. Her current ministries include working in Mis- Oregon. She is the author of “10 Commandments for the Environment” and an sion in the SCL Health System corporate office, teaching theology at the University of Saint Mary, ministering upcoming book on “Simplify Your Life,” as well as numerous books on Mary and — Joe Bollig is the senior reporter for The — Anita McSorley is the managing editor of — A.M. with the Ladies of Charity, and providing occasional workshops. the saints. Leaven The Leaven, and the mother of three teens. 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The superintendent of schools Frederick at (913) 385-5589. a Mardi Gras dance from 7:30 - 11:30 p.m. velopment, will be given from 2 - 3:30 p.m. Centering prayer is a method of silent prayer Housecleaning - I will clean your house the Everything plumbing - Leaks, faucets, toilets, on Feb. 13 in the school cafeteria, located on Feb. 17 at Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 which prepares us to receive God’s gift of will provide Catholic-based diocesan leadership for old fashioned way – hand mopping, etc. 20+ years sinks, disposals, repairs and replacements. Over four secondary schools, 28 elementary schools and at 9403 Mission Rd., Leawood. The cost Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. This workshop contemplative prayer. It is a prayer of trust exp., excellent references, free estimates. Call Sha- 20 years experience. Fully licensed. Service any- of $15 includes beverages and heavy hors will help women sharpen their interview and surrender that involves place, posture, 7 free-standing early childhood centers, with a total ron at (816) 322-0006. time – days/nights/wknds. Contact Mike at (913) For sale enrollment of 9500 students. The position offers d’oeuvres; music will be provided by Carl the skills and boost their self-confidence. For in- word and silence. For information or to reg- 488-4930. Member of Church of the Ascension DJ. For information, call (913) 648-2919. formation or to register, call (913) 906-8990 ister, call (913) 360-6151 or visit the Web site excellent insurance, pension and time-off benefits, Retired nurse - Will provide child or elder Parish, Overland Park. For sale - Lawn crypt and two internment a supportive and creative working environment and fees at Mount Calvary Cemetery, Kansas City, Kan. or visit the Web site at: www.mountosb.org/ at: www.mountosb.org/sophia.html. care, do housecleaning, run errands, and provide The women of Holy Name Parish, 1007 kwc. Misc. a workplace that values the Catholic school system. Valued at $7600. Asking $5300. Call Larry at (913) transportation to/from appts. Reasonable rates, Brack Home Repair - “Call Dan when you Southwest Blvd., Kansas City, Kan., will spon- If you want to make a difference in Catholic edu- 831-3026. excellent references. Years of experience with se- need it done.” I do all types of home repair. Car- sor the Ragin’ Sweet and Spicy Fest from 24 Join the Singles of Nativity for cation and possess the qualifications listed above, niors. Call Pam at (913) 579-5276. pentry, drywall, plumbing, electrical, painting, tile, 6:30 - 9 p.m. on Feb. 13. This chili, soup and The Piece Time Quilters of St. Paul send your resume, via e-mail, to: Stucinski@dioce- Residential lifts - Buy/sell/trade. Stair lifts, 18 A healing Mass, sponsored by happy hour, beginning at 6 p.m. on Feb. 24, wood-rot and more. No project too big or small. dessert cook-off will take place in the caf- archdiocesan charismatic prayer groups, will at Houlihan’s across from Oak Park Mall in Church in Olathe are hosting a fundraising sekcsj.org or mail to: Diocese of Kansas City-St. Jo- Do you intend to leave a Catholic charity in Senior discount and insured. Free estimates. Call porch lifts, ceiling lifts and elevators. Recycled and eteria. The cost is $8 per person. For infor- raffle for their “Hearts Of Kansas,” a hand- seph, P.O. Box 419037, Kansas City, MO 64141-6037. new equipment. Member of St. Michael the Arch- be held at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 18 at Curé of Ars Overland Park. Look for the yellow balloon your will? What are you waiting for? The Catholic (913) 219-5388 or visit my Web site at: brackhom- mation or to register to compete, call Sharon Church, 9401 Mission Rd., Leawood. Father and our greeters, who will be at the table quilted queen-size quilt, pillow shams and Foundation of Northeast Kansas helps people erepair.com. Philippians 4:13. angel Parish, Leawood. Call Silver Cross KC at (913) Staab at (913) 631-1138. throw pillows. This beautiful quilt set will be Music director needed - Position open im- 393-2042. Ken Kelly will preside; fellowship follows. For until 7:30 p.m. Questions? Send an e-mail to: with charitable intent to put their instructions information, call (913) 649-2026. [email protected]. on display in the parish hall at the celebra- mediately for St. John LaLande Church in Blue into place. We help stretch your gift further and Painting, exterior and interior, drywall Holy Family Church on Strawberry Hill tion potluck dinner following the 5:30 p.m. Springs, Mo. Essential responsibilities: Establish last longer for the people you love and the causes projects, powerwashing, rotted window sills will host a Valentine’s prime rib dinner and “Clean and Clutter-free Living,” a presen- Mass on Feb. 12 and throughout the months music liturgy for weekend Masses, holy days, spe- Wanted to buy you care about. For a free, confidential consulta- repaired - Quality products. 20 years experience. dance on Feb. 13 at Mejak Hall, 513 Ohio, 19-21 Divorced? Widowed? Be- tation by Chiquita Miller of K-State Exten- of February and March at Quilter’s Haven cial liturgies, funeral and wedding Masses; direct tion call (913) 647-0365 or for free estate planning References. Call (913) 341-7584. Kansas City, Kan., featuring the Don Lipovac sion, will be offered from 1 - 2:30 p.m. on Feb. Quilt Shop in Olathe. Chances cost $1 each; and accompany on piano/organ cantors and choirs ***WANTED*** ginning Experience Weekend gently helps information, visit the Web site at: www.cfnek.org. Orchestra. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; dinner people move through their loss to a new be- 24 at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Cen- six for $5. For information or to purchase I buy older (vocal, bell, etc.) during these Masses; coordinate STA (Sure Thing Always) Home Repair - coins, watches, will be served at 6:15 p.m., followed by danc- ginning in their lives. The next weekend for tral Ave., Kansas City, Kan. For information or chances, call Marge at (913) 782-4811 or Judy musician rehearsals; cultivate music ministry with- Home care services - We provide care man- Basement finish, bathrooms and kitchens; interior silverware, slot machines, ing from 7 - 11 p.m. Tickets cost $25. To pur- the Kansas City area will be Feb. 19 - 21 at to register, call (913) 906-8990 or visit the at (913) 254-9975. The raffle will be held on in the parish. Required: strong organ and piano agement, medication administration, transporta- & exterior repairs: painting, roofing, siding, wood old rifles and shotguns, chase tickets in advance, call Richard at (913) Sanctuary of Hope, 2601 Ridge, Kansas City, Web site at: www.mountosb.org/kwc. Nov. 8. skills; excellent leadership, interpersonal and com- tion, companionship, shopping and other needs replacement and window glazing. Call for free esti- stoneware crocks and jugs, 669-3677, Matt at (913) 302-1888 or Mike at Kan. For information or to register, call John munication skills; strong knowledge of Catholic to the elderly and disabled at home. Reasonable mates. Cell: (913) 579-1835; phone: (913) 491-5837; old furniture from basement or attic. (913) 342-1785. at (913) 219-3465 in Kansas City, Sue at (785) A Holy Land pilgrimage in the footsteps liturgy and liturgical music. Desired: experience rates. Full time and part time. Days/night/week- e-mail: [email protected]. Member of Call Chris at (913) 593-7507 or (913) 642-8269 331-2216 in Lawrence, Michelle at (785) 478- 25 “Guilt-free Ethnic Eating” a pre- of Jesus, is planned for June 1 - 14. Spiritual leading volunteer musicians. Salary commensu- ends. Call Pamerick Home Health and speak with Holy Trinity Church, Lenexa. Our Lady & St. Rose Church will host a 3481 in Topeka, or visit the Web site at: www. sentation by Pat Callaghan, master food director Father Jorge Ramirez will lead par- rate with experience. Submit cover letter, résumé, Mimi at (913) 488-5993. Will buy firearms and related accessories Mardi Gras dinner from 3 - 8 p.m. on Feb. beginningexperience.org. volunteer from K-State Extension, will be of- ticipants on a tour through Bethlehem, Naza- and references, via e-mail, to: mverstraete@ EL SOL Y LA TIERRA - One or a whole collection. Honest evaluation and 13 at Blessed Sacrament Family Center, 2215 fered from 9:30 - 11 a.m. on Feb. 25 at the reth, Cana, Mount Tabor and Cairo in celebra- stjohnlalande.com. Do you or your parents need help at home? *Commercial & residential top prices paid. Contact Tom at (913) 238-2473. Parallel Pkwy., Kansas City, Kan. The cost is Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., tion of the great mysteries of Jesus’ life. The - For as little as $60 per week, Benefits of Home- * Lawn renovation Member of Sacred Heart Parish, Shawnee. $6 per person. There will be face painting, 20 The Ignatian Spirituality Center Kansas City, Kan. Bring your favorite recipes cost is $3295 per person/double occupancy; Friends of the Johnson County Library - Senior Care can provide assistance with personal * Mowing games and activities for all ages from 3 - 7 of Kansas City will offer a Lenten guided and we’ll look for healthy substitutions. For $445 single supplement. The Cairo extension This not-for-profit organization that supports the * Clean-up and hauling p.m. A New Orleans-style party will follow prayer program beginning Feb. 20. Par- information or to register, call (913) 906- costs $795 per person/double occupancy. care, shopping and many other daily needs. For from 8 p.m. - midnight. Space is limited. A reservation and $400 de- library is seeking to fill two part-time positions: details, visit our Web site at: benefitsofhome.com * Dirt grading/installation Miscellaneous ticipants pray daily with selected Scripture, 8990 or visit the Web site at: www.mountosb. bookstore supervisor and operations assistant. For then meet weekly with a prayer guide to re- org/kwc. posit are due by Feb. 15. For information, call or call (913) 422-1591. * Landscape design Pilar at (913) 341-7779. a complete job description or to submit a resume, * Free estimates Freedom from pornography - Men’s group view the prayer. Space is limited; application send an e-mail to Connie Messner, operations man- and counseling; call Sam Meier, MA, LPC, at (913) 14 Sanctuary of Hope, 2601 Ridge, deadline is Feb. 8. The cost is $20; scholar- Caregiving - Mature lady experienced with Hablamos y escribimos Ingles!! Kansas City, Kan., will host “Gifts of the The Apostles of the Interior Life, along ager, at: [email protected]. elderly care will care for your loved one in their Call Lupe at (816) 252-3376 647-0378. Women’s group; call Beth Meier, MA, at ships are available. For information, call 26 Catholic Community Hospice (913) 647-0379. Visit the Web site at: LoveIsFaith- Heart,” its annual meditation in music (816) 523-5115, ext. 214; visit the Web site at: will host Stations of the Cross at 5:45 p.m. with spiritual director Father Steve Sotiroff, home. Good references, reliable transportation, and movement concert, featuring The Eb- will host a spiritual pilgrimage to Italy Part-time bowling machine mechanic - St. well qualified. Available any time. Honest and de- Tim the Handyman - Insured; free estimates. ful.com. www.ignatiancenterkc.org; or send an e-mail on Feb. 26 at St. Patrick Church, 1086 N. 94th John’s Catholic Club, Kansas City, Kan., is looking ony Chorale, Grace & Holy Trinity Episcopal to: [email protected]. St., Kansas City, Kan. from June 11 - 21. Cities to be visited include: pendable. Leawood, OP and Prairie Village areas. Carpentry: new and repair deck, doors, windows, choir, Pat Hernandez, Potter’s Clay Dance En- Rome, Orvieto, Assisi, Siena, Florence, and for someone to maintain a six-lane house in the Call Flora at (816) 322-9956, mobile, or (816) 921- siding, screens. Plumbing: faucet, garbage dispos- church’s men’s club. All late model 1960s Bruns- Entertainment semble and others, from 2 - 4 p.m. on Feb. The Shawnee Knights of Columbus will Loreto. The cost of $2799 (double occupancy) 8223, home. als, toilets. Electrical: switches, outlets, ceiling includes airfare, hotels, daily breakfast and wick equipment. Call Kenny at (913) 788-9758. 14. Freewill donations will be accepted. For host a polka dance featuring the Brian Mc- Stress in Your Marriage? fans, light fixtures. Light landscape: fill dirt, trim- 26-28 dinner, and sightseeing tours. Optional trip Disc jockey - For your wedding, kolos, night- information, call (913) 321-4673 or visit the Carty band on Feb. 20 in their hall, located at Retrouvaille is a program for married cou- Caregiving - We provide personal assistance, ming, planting, garden tilling and mulching. Serv- insurance is available for $185. Registration Financial representative - Due to the suc- clubs, corporate parties, teenage celebrations, hol- Web site at: www.sanctuaryofhope.org. 11221 Johnson Dr., Shawnee. The cost of $10 ples that feel bored, disillusioned, frustrated, companionship, care management, and transpor- ing Johnson County. Call Tim at (913) 859-0471. and deposit is due by March 1. For informa- cess and growth of the Knights of Columbus, we iday parties, sock-hops, ethnic, birthdays, holiday per person includes beverages and sausage or angry in their marriage. Some couples ex- tation to the elderly and disabled in home, assisted tion or to book a reservation, contact Adriatic are adding financial representatives in the Kansas parties, hip-hop/rap, golden oldies. Member of St. The Daughters of Isabella, Little Flow- sandwiches. The doors open at 6:30 p.m.; perience coldness, while others experience living and nursing facilities. We also provide re- Pilgrimages at 1 (800) 262-1718 or visit the City and Emporia areas. This position is ideal for Therese Parish, KCMO. Call Zepster’s A to Z Party er Circle No. 503, will celebrate their 80th dancing from 7:30 - 11 p.m. For information, conflict in their relationship.M ost don’t know spite care for main caregivers needing some per- Real Estate birthday at 1 p.m. on Feb. 14 at Sacred Heart call Dan Nicks at (913) 631-4633. Web site at: www.adriatrictours.com. a determined, high-energy, high-expectation, pro- sonal time. Call Daughters & Company at (913) DJ’s at (816) 741-4777. how to change the situation or even com- Church Hall, 312 N.E. Freeman, Topeka. Res- municate with their spouse about it. Retrou- fessional, self-disciplined, independent individual 341-2500 and speak with Laurie, Sara or Gary. Nativity Parish villa-like home - Live the There are 14 men in the My House men’s ervations are appreciated. A healing Mass in honor of St. Peregrine, vaille can help! For confidential information desiring to serve others, yet earn a better-than- villa lifestyle in this great, single-family home! This DJ Irishman - Colm Delahunt is available for groups that have broken free from pornog- patron of those suffering from cancer or to register for the upcoming program begin- average income. We provide top-rated financial 3 BR, 3-1/2 BA house has large living areas and is parties, weddings, graduations, and any other raphy for over one year! Also, the My House Computer repair / virus and spyware re- The Knights of Columbus and the Villa other serious illnesses, will be celebrated ning with a weekend on Feb. 26 - 28, call 1 products to our members and their families and function. Playing all your favorite hits from the Vil- women’s group is available for wives and moval / PC upgrades - Microsoft certified; 10 yrs. the newest home in Waterford. Custom-built in St. Francis Auxiliary will cosponsor a Valen- at 9 a.m. on Feb. 20 at Holy Spirit Church, (800) 470-2230 or visit the Web site at: www. will provide excellent benefits and training. For lage People to U2. Call (913)548-6765 or visit the loved ones who are healing from the effects of experience. Member of Sacred Heart Parish. Call 1996 for the current owners, it is directly across tine’s Day pancake breakfast from 8:30 11300 W. 103rd St., Overland Park. The sacra- retrouvaille.org. information or an interview, contact John A. Ma- Matt at (816) 876-6619 or send an e-mail to: matt from the poolhouse. 13200 Howe Dr., (132nd & Mis- Web site at: www.djirishman.com. a.m. - 1 p.m. on Feb. 14 in the basement of their loved one’s struggles. For more informa- hon, 307 Dakota, Holton KS 66436; or call (785) ment of anointing of the sick will be offered. [email protected]. sion Rd.) Leawood. To view online, visit: www.awe- Prince of Peace Parish, 16000 W. 143rd St., For information, contact the parish office at tion, visit the Web site at: LoveIsFaithful.com. 364-5450. Olathe. Freewill donations will be accepted. somehouse.info. Call Chris Smart, Re/Max Premier (913) 492-7318, or Marge Hattrup at (913) The St. Thomas Aquinas High Wanted - Retired handyman looking for part- All proceeds will benefit Villa St. Francis. 27 The Serra Club invites all men of the Realty, at (913) 226-4672. 492-7682. School Spirits Dance Team will host dance time work. Electrical, mechanical, and electronics archdiocese to pray with them to increase Home Improvement clinics for girls in grades K - 5 and in 6th - background helpful. Call Jenny at (913) 383-2636. St. Bede Parish, Kelly, will host its annual vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Lake Perry lots for sale - Call Marisa at Kan- To purchase a classified ad: The Knights of Columbus of Sacred 8th grades from noon - 3 p.m. on Feb. 27. The pancake breakfast from 7 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Meetings are held at noon on every second Swalms Organizing Service - Basements, sas Land Brokers at (913) 915-9151 or visit the Web Heart Parish, 2646 S. 34th St., Kansas City, day will include instruction in various dance Send an e-mail to: jennifer@theleaven. on Feb. 14 in the church basement. A freewill and fourth Wednesday of the month at the garages, attics, and shop spaces organized! Items site at: www.KansasLandBrokers.com. Kan., will host a Texas hold’em tournament team techniques. The cost is $20 per dancer, Services com, or call (913) 647-0327. The cost is $16 offering will be collected. Hilton Garden Inn, 520 Minnesota Ave., Kan- sorted, boxed & labeled; areas cleaned when fin- and chili dinner at 6 p.m. on Feb. 20. A sug- if received by Feb. 19. Mail check, payable to per column inch, five lines or less. Each ad- sas City, Kan. For information, contact Jim ished! Clean out services also available. Great ref- Westwood home for sale - Charming Tudor gested donation of $50 is appreciated. For St. Thomas Aquinas Dance Team, to: 11411 Bankruptcy - When debt becomes over- Conrad at (913) 432-4162, John Muehlberger erences and insured. For pictures of current proj- on cul-de-sac. 3 BR, with updated kitchen and ditional line is $1.50. Classified ads will also information, call (913) 826-6883. Pflumm Rd., Overland Park, KS 66215. Walk- whelming, seek professional help. Experienced, at (913) 441-5061, or Bill Peters at (913) 894- ects, visit the Web site at: www.swalms.com. Call bath. Close to St. Agnes Parish and School and Our be posted online at The Leaven’s Web site: 15 The University of Saint Mary in registration is $25. For information, send compassionate Catholic attorney Teresa Kidd. For 6967. Tillar Swalm at (913) 375-9115. Lady of the Angels Parish. 4733 Booth, Westwood. www.theleaven.com. will host its annual Lincoln Lecture, featur- The Singles of Nativity will host dinner an e-mail to Vicki Schroeder at: vschroeder@ a confidential, no obligation consultation, call (913) $185,000! For information, call (816) 456-5330 or ing New York Times best-selling author and and a bowling night on Feb. 20. Meet at 6 422-0610; or send an e-mail to: [email protected]. stasaints.net. Bring a water bottle and wear visit the Keller Williams Web site at: www.kw.com. Lincoln scholar Ronald C. White Jr., at 7 p.m. p.m. at Mi Ranchito, 151st and Antioch, Over- comfortable clothes. on Feb. 15 in Xavier Theater, 4100 S. 4th St., land Park. After dinner, bowling will be at In- Calendar items must be received Leavenworth. White will speak on “Abraham crediBowl next door. nine days before the publication date. Lincoln’s Journey of Faith.” This event is open E-mail submissions are preferred; Contact Lenses • Eye Glasses Father Mitchel Zimmer- Concrete Work to the public and admission is free. For infor- 27-28 send to: [email protected]. man, vocation director for the archdiocese, Any type of repair and new work mation, call (913) 758-6165. Submissions may be mailed to: 12615 Driveways, Walks, Patios McBratney Optical Boutique 21 St. Mary – St. Anthony Church, will lead a vocation retreat, entitled “Venite Parallel Pkwy., Kansas City, KS 66109. Member of Queen of the Holy Rosary Parish 615 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kan., will host bin- et Videte,” for high school-age men on Feb. Fred McBratney - Owner Harvey M. Kascht (913) 262-1555 7702 Parallel • Kansas City, Kan. • (913) 299-6001 14 COMMENTARY THE LEAVEN • February 12, 2010 THE LEAVEN • february 12, 2010 commentary 15 Mark my words cef centered

Catholic Press Association This love has staying power Help make Catholic education available to all who seek it Award Winner ith Valentine’s Day you in some way. Being grateful to the 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, person who delivers your mail, the uring the last three can talk about God. portunity because of money! Sad, but, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, Walmost here, maybe sacker at the grocery store, someone • The food is good. (I am not sure true! who holds the elevator open, or a years with CEF, I where this one came from.) CEF provides scholarships for chil- 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 this story can give you D receptionist who schedules an appoint- have been asked numer- • We pray, sing and listen at church. dren in need. Our current scholarship some food for thought: ment can help you focus on the great • We get to wear uniforms. (Mom drive ends the last day of April. If you Archbishop Edward O’Meara Years ago, a nurse took a tired, anx- deal of good that still exists in the ous times, “Why ‘Catholic’ sold this one.) have not already done so, I encourage Award Winner ious serviceman to a bedside. world. education?” The ques- • My friends go to the public school; you to help with our mission of mak- 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, “Your son is here,” she said to the old • Stay calm. Each day gives us plenty there is just something different about ing Catholic education available to all man in the bed. when I took you to him?” asked the of reasons to fly off the handle. Culti- tion makes me think back our school. that seek it. How can we not? It is the 2001, 2002, 2003 Heavily sedated because of a heart nurse. vating patience, understanding, and a John’s Hospital. • The teachers are great — they are future of our children, and our children attack, the old man could barely make “I knew right away there had been good sense of humor can defuse many to my days in Catholic • Not believing that Sister Mary Jo- like family. are an integral part of the future of the out the young uniformed Marine stand- a mistake,” said the Marine, “but I stressful situations. schools. hanna could really make a free throw! Catholic schools shape our kids’ church! ing outside the oxygen tent. He reached also knew he needed his son, and his • Stay around to help. Ever attend a • Father Davern helping Dad and spiritual lives and character, in addi- This year, the Catholic Education out his hand. The Marine wrapped his son just wasn’t here. When I realized party at a friend’s home or a function at I have many fond (well, mostly Mom figure out a creative way to make tion to providing quality academics. Foundation will provide scholarships toughened fingers around the old man’s that he was too sick to tell whether or the parish and then wonder — on the fond) memories of my Catholic school the required tuition payments. School administrators, along with our for 1,138 kids. We could help another limp ones, squeezing a message of love not I was his son, knowing how much way home, of course — how long it was upbringing as follows: • Father Santa providing “after teaching staffs, are doing what they are 1,138 go to Catholic schools if we had Quote of the and encouragement. he needed me . . . well, I just stayed.” going to take “someone” to clean up • Father Brophy teaching us how to hours” growing up direction for a kid doing because they have been called to the resources. The nurse brought a chair so that (As with many stories found on the that mess? Why not be that “someone” serve Mass and grilling us on our Latin that really needed it! do it. The ability to talk about God and For more information about CEF the Marine could sit beside the bed. Internet, this one comes without the and offer to help put things back into responses. (I am really not that old; I All of these memories are good our faith, plus pray in the structured and how you can help, please call Week Throughout the night, he sat there in author’s name.) shape. just remember people talking about it.) ones. I could go on and on. educational setting that our Catholic (913) 647-0383 or go to the Web site the poorly lighted ward, holding the This was probably a different type • Stay alert and supportive. Sadly, • Sister John Joseph suggesting that We asked the same question of our schools provide, is like no other. at: www.cefks.org. old man’s hand and offering words of of love story than you might have been there’s no shortage of troubles, both I stand up straight — it really wasn’t a CEF school kids and received the fol- I know, I know, I am preaching to “I went sky diving/ love and strength. Occasionally, the expecting. For me, though, it captures a large and small, that can creep in to a suggestion. lowing responses: the choir. However, we still have many Michael Morrisey is the executive director I went Rocky Mountain nurse suggested that he get up and rest way to love that all of us can practice — person’s life. Noticing someone who is • Serving Mass at 6 a.m. at St. • We get to learn about Jesus; we children that are not afforded this op- of the Catholic Education Foundation. awhile, but the Marine refused. no matter our age or abilities or income struggling and lending a listening ear climbing/ I went two point Whenever the nurse came into the or marital status. (or hand) can be a lifesaver. Simply ward, she would hear the Marine whis- And there’s no limit to the ways to knowing that someone is thinking of simply stewardship seven seconds on a bull pering gentle words to the dying man. live out this love, which has real stay- our welfare brings strength and hope. named Fu Man Chu/ And The man was able to say nothing in ing power. Here are a few examples to • Stay . . . a little bit longer. Don’t I loved deeper/ and I return; he only held tightly to his son’s consider: slink out of church after Communion hand. • Stay in touch. In the immediate or during the closing hymn. Take your They will know we are Christians by our love spoke sweeter/ And I Toward dawn, the old man died. The days following a death, for example, time leaving, introduce yourself to Marine released the hand he’d been there are plenty of people around. But someone you don’t know, mingle a hen the priest ap- My daughter and her fiancé, for of hearing, but I am grateful that ACTS gave forgiveness I’d been holding and went to tell the nurse. what about a month or so later? Simply while before heading to the parking lot. example, have recently begun marriage funds allow our deaf ministry to break denying./ An’ he said: When she started to offer words of calling someone who has experienced • Stay healthy . . . so that you can do Wproached young- preparation at their parish. The archdi- open the God’s word for those who sympathy, the Marine interrupted her, the death of a loved one or dropping all the things above. sters at the beginning of ocesan marriage and family life office, can’t hear. I am grateful for the work of ‘Some day, I hope you asking, “Who was that man?” that person a little note several times in Growing in communion with others which prepares the course materials, is Hispanic ministry, for Catholic Chari- get the chance/ to live The nurse was startled. “Why, he that first year of the loss can be a deep is a practical effect of the holy Com- Mass a few weeks ago, he funded by your gifts to ACTS. ties, for the pro-life office. I am grateful was your father,” she answered. source of comfort. munion that we receive. And, as Jesus began by asking them to My husband, a convert to the Ro- that the vocation office helps to counsel like you were dying’.’” “No, he wasn’t,” he replied. “I never • Stay grateful. At least once a week, showed us through his own life, this man Catholic Church, was guided on young men and women responding to saw that man before in my life.” remind yourself to thank everyone type of love is definitely here to stay. answer a simple question: his intellectual and spiritual journey the Holy Spirit’s call to the priesthood Tim McGraw “Then why didn’t you say something who, in the course of that day, serves adults later in his homily, in order to by priests of our archdiocese and the or religious life. see story on pages 8-9 “What does love mean?” truly love, “we must put love into ac- remarkable program called RCIA, the God gives us everything we need — The children fidgeted for a mo- tion.” Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, every blessing — so that we can share ment, as little ones do when they are I can think of no better way to put coordinated by the archdiocesan liturgy his love with others. As we grow in the gospel truth stumped. Then a small, spunky girl love into action than through a gift to office, which also is supported by your spiritual maturity, we learn that it is raised her hand and said, “Love is, like, the Archbishop’s Call to Share. The generous gifts. indeed Christ’s love alone that brings when you like someone a lot.” ministries supported by your gifts are I am grateful that our gifts allow oth- all gifts, and our lives, to perfection. Simple and oh, so sweet. ways to show your love. ers to be Christ’s hands and feet — and Scripture Readings God uses us to build his kingdom But love isn’t simply a strong emo- Like many of you, members of my my brother or sister — in the many acts Lesle Knop is the executive director of their thrones, but has lifted up the tion. Or a sentiment on a card. family have been the recipients of some of love they perform every day for those stewardship and development. You can e- n recent months, Wall Although it feels good to “really like mail Lesle at: [email protected]. sixth week of ordinary time lowly. The hungry he has filled with of the 40-plus ministries funded by the in need. IStreet has attracted a good things, the rich he has sent away someone,” the priest reminded the Archbishop’s Call to Share. I cannot sign for the deaf and hard Feb. 14 lot of anger because of the empty” (Lk 1:52, 53). sixth Sunday in ordinary time This redistribution of wealth and Jer 17: 5-8; Ps 1: 1-4, 6; 1 Cor 15: 12, 16-20; large amounts of money power will happen through God’s inter- word of life Lk 6: 17, 20-26 vention in the world. It is not a matter financiers there have of our own doing. At the same time, Feb. 15 made. this action of God correlates well with Monday It looks scandalous, compared to the Sunday’s Gospel begins: “Jesus the ethical teaching of Luke’s Gospel. Jas 1: 1-11; Ps 119: 67-68, 71-72, 75-76; salaries most people make. It is par- came down with the Twelve and stood Luke reminds the wealthy of their New movement helps renew the life of parishes Mk 8: 11-13 ticularly troubling, since mishandling on a stretch of level ground.” responsibility toward the poor. If God of financial matters on Wall Street has Where had Jesus been? He had has blessed the rich, they in turn are e are experienc- is raising up new movements to help Christ and the community. Feb. 16 contributed to the financial crisis. spent all night in prayer on top of to share those blessings with the less renew the life of parishes and institu- The middle step, where small com- Tuesday There is nothing new about discon- a mountain. The next day, he had fortunate. God will redistribute wealth Wing today a crisis of tions. Among those that could be high- munities are formed and people make Jas 1: 12-18; Ps 94: 12-13a, 14-15, 18-19; tent over the disparity of wages. Even selected 12 disciples to help him as his and power above all through the Holy community. lighted within our own archdiocese a commitment — not only to Christ but Mk 8: 14-21 within the same company, apostles. Then, as Sunday’s Spirit, who will open the hearts of the are Christ Renews His Parish, the Light to each other — is an essential part of God is a communion of persons: one worker might grumble Gospel tells us, Jesus and rich and powerful to share with others. of the World evangelization process, the renewal the Holy Spirit is bringing Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. He creat- Feb. 17 about the money that the sixth SUNDAY IN the apostles descended to The Holy Spirit will inspire them to Saint Paul’s Outreach, and SINE. about in our day. This renewal includes ed us in his image and likeness. We are ash wednesday worker in the next cubicle ORDINARY TIME heal the sick and teach the follow the teachings of Christ: “Sell Recently, Mike and Lori Pacer, the a deeper commitment to Christ and his created for communion with God and Jl 2: 12-18; Ps 51: 3-6b, 12-14, 17; makes when compared to his Lk 6: 17, 20-26 crowds. your belongings and give alms. Provide national directors for the Light of the teachings, but it also entails a renewal communion with our neighbors! Com- affecting their relationships with each 2 Cor 5:20 — 6:2; Mt 6: 1-6, 16-18 or her own. He began his teach- money bags for yourselves that do not World evangelization process (LOTW), in communal life. munion is embedded in our nature. other. If anything, that discon- ings with four beatitudes, wear out, an inexhaustible treasure were in town doing ongoing training If you are interested in finding out The effects of original sin broke our Today, many of us do not experience Feb. 18 tent was even greater at the time of Je- followed by four woes, corollaries to in heaven that no thief can reach nor for our LOTW parishes. I had the op- more about the Light of the World relationship with God and with each this type of community in our lives. Thursday sus Christ. About half of the population those beatitudes: “Blessed are you moth destroy” (Lk 12:33). portunity to talk to Mike more in depth evangelization process, the office of other. The image of God wounded in For many, the parish is treated as a sort Dt 30: 15-20; Ps 1: 1-4, 6; Lk 9: 22-25 belonged as slaves to the rest. A man who are poor”—“Woe to you who are In other words, God will not act en- about the process LOTW uses. evangelization and Catholic formation the Fall is restored in Christ. Christ of sacramental service station where who owed money could be sold, along rich.” The woes are the flip side of the tirely on his own, but through human He outlined three simple steps to the will be hosting an information day at restores our communion with God and, we come to get filled up every week or Feb. 19 with his family, to satisfy the debt. The beatitudes. These beatitudes and woes beings to bring about the kingdom. LOTW evangelization process: First, Savior Pastoral Center on Sat., June through his grace, we can live once month or year. We do not experience Friday gap between rich and poor was much taken together enunciate a central Jesus has taken the first step toward a you start the fire through a kerygmatic 12. You can also contact me directly at again in the love with one another that the sort of community found in Acts of Is 58: 1-9a; Ps 51: 3-6b, 18-19; Mt 9: 14-15 wider than it is now. theme in Luke’s Gospel: the reversal more level playing field. The next step retreat experience. Next, you feed the the Web site at: [email protected]. God intended. the Apostles. What possibly could be done to of fortunes. Those who have suffered is up to us. fire through the formation of small This restored community can be However, the Holy Spirit is bringing Feb. 20 close the gap? Jesus took the first step from bad luck will take their turn to communities, where prayer, fellow- Matt Karr is the consultant for the office seen lived out in the original Christian about a renewal in our communal life of evangelization and Catholic formation Saturday by coming down to be on the same enjoy good luck, and vice versa. Father Mike Stubbs is pastor of ship, and formation take place. Last, community (see Acts 2:42). The early even in the midst of the crisis of com- of adults. He can be reached at ecat@ Is 58: 9b-14; Ps 86: 1-6; Lk 5: 27-32 level as the crowd. We see that hap- This theme of reversal of fortunes St. Francis de Sales Parish in Lansing and has you spread the fire by inviting friends Christians saw their new life in Christ munity in our world. The Holy Spirit archkck.org. pening in Sunday’s Gospel reading, Lk appears early on in Luke’s Gospel: a degree in Scripture from Harvard University. and neighbors into a relationship with 6:17, 20-26. “He has thrown down the rulers from 16 LOCAL NEWS THE LEAVEN • february 12, 2010

The Knights of Columbus, Immaculate Conception Sacred Heart Knights of Columbus, Council No. 11917, The Scout troops of Christ the King Parish, 5973 S.W. Church, Louisburg, will have fish fries from 5 p.m. to will host an all-you-can-eat fish fry March 26 from 5 to 25th St., Topeka, will offer Lenten dinners every Friday 7 p.m. each Friday of Lent (except Good Friday) in the 7 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church hall, 2646 S. 34th St., (except Good Friday) from 5:30 – 7 p.m. in Yadrich Hall. church hall (south entrance), 606 S. Elm, Louisburg. Kansas City Kan. Cost is: $7.50 for adults; $7 for seniors; Freewill donations will be accepted. Suggested donations and $6.50 for children under 12. are $7 per person; $25 per family. The Church of the Nativity Knights of Columbus fish fry will be held each Friday of Lent (except Good Friday) The Shawnee Knights of Columbus will have boiled The Knights of Columbus, Council No. 709, will have a in the parish hall at the Church of the Nativity, 119th shrimp dinners each Friday of Lent (except Good Friday) boiled and fried shrimp/fish dinner from 4 to 8 p.m. on and Mission, Leawood, from 5 - 7:30 p.m. Cost is: $9 for from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Knights’ hall, 11221 Johnson Dr., March 19 at St. John the Evangelist Church, 2910 Strong adults ($4 extra for shrimp); $5 for children 5-12 years old; Shawnee. For more information, call Mike Reichmier at Ave., Kansas City, Kan. Cost is: $12 for a large shrimp children under 4 eat free. Family dinner price is $35 for (913) 927-5558, Tom Zarda Jr. at (913) 962-1093, or Rich dinner; $8 for a medium shrimp dinner; and $6 for a fish fish and $50 for shrimp. Hathorne at (913) 248-8278. dinner. For carryouts, call (913) 677-2069.

Holy Rosary Church, 22779 Metcalf, Wea, will serve Holy Trinity Parish, 601 E. Chippewa, Paola, will The Didde Catholic Campus Center, 1415 Merchant fish and shrimp dinners on all Fridays of Lent (except host all-you-can-eat fish and shrimp dinners from 5 to Street, Emporia, will have its annual fish fry on Feb. 19, Good Friday) from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Cost is: $8 for adults; 7:30 p.m. each Friday of Lent (except Good Friday). Cost from 5 to 7 p.m. $4 for children; and $13 for shrimp. is: $12 for fish and shrimp; $9 for fish only; $5 for children; $30 max for families; and kids under 5 eat free. The Holy Trinity, Lenexa, Knights of Columbus will Mater Dei Parish, Topeka, will host a family fish host an all-you-can-eat shrimp dinner on March 26 from fry in Rossiter Hall (basement of Mater Dei Assumption The Baldwin/Edgerton Knights of Columbus, Council 5:30-8:30 p.m. in the parish center. Tickets are: $15 for Church – 8th and Jackson) each Friday of Lent (except No. 11853, will have Lenten fish fries atAnnunciation adults; $5 for children 6-12; $8 for adult cheese pizza Good Friday) from 5 to 7 p.m. The cost is: $7 for adults; Church, Baldwin City, on Feb. 19 and March 12; and at (higher at the door). Tickets are available after all Masses $4 for children ages 6-12; children 5 and under eat free. Assumption Church, Edgerton, on Feb. 26 and March 19. March 13-14 and 20-21 or online at: http://www.htknights. Carryout dinners are available. The suppers run from 5 to 7 p.m. Suggested donations are org/shrimp.htm. For more information, call Mike Stom- $6 for adults and $3 for kids under 10 . poly at (913) 345-8015. The St. Agnes Knights of Columbus, John Roe Council No. 3020, will have Lenten fish fries in theSt. Agnes Knights of Columbus, Lafayette Council No. 826, will The Knights of Columbus, Council No. 13012, of St. School cafeteria, 5130 Mission Rd., Roeland Park, from host a fish fry on Feb. 19 and Feb. 26 in the basement of Matthew Parish, Topeka, will be having fish fries on Feb. Feb. 26 to March 26. Prices range from $5 for under 12 yrs All Saints Parish-St. Joseph Church, 811 Vermont, Kan- 19 and March 26 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The fish fries will to $9.50 for adults. Cheese pizza is also available. sas City, Kan., from 5 to 7 p.m. Cost is $7.50 for adults be held in the parish hall. Cost is: $8 for adults; $5 for and $4 for children. children ages 5-12; and children ages 5 and under eat free. Sacred Heart Parish, Shawnee, will have a fish fry buffet every Friday during Lent from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Greeley Knights of Columbus, Council No. 1901, will St. Joseph Parish, Nortonville, will host fish and church (Monticello and Johnson Dr.). Cost is: $8 for adults; host fish dinners from 6 to 8 p.m. on Feb. 26, March 12, shrimp dinners each Friday of Lent (except Good Friday) $4 for children ages 4 to 12; children under 3 eat free. and March 26 at St. John the Baptist Parish hall, Gree- from 5 to 7 p.m. Cost is: $8 for ages 11 and older; $4 for Pizza is available at $1 per slice. ley. Cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under. ages 4 to 10; and children 3 and under eat free. For car- ryouts, call (913) 886-3510. Holy Spirit, Overland Park, Knights of Columbus, The Garnett Knights of Columbus, Council No. 1368, Council No. 11661, will sponsor Lenten seafood dinners will be having fish fries during Lent on Feb. 19, March 5 Knights of Columbus, Council No. 9856, will sponsor every Friday during Lent (except Good Friday) from 5 to 7 and March 19 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Cost is $7 for adults; $3 a fish fry at Curé of Ars Church, 9401 Mission Road, p.m. in St. Elizabeth’s Hall, 11300 W. 103rd St., Overland for children 12 and under. Carryouts are available. Leawood, on Feb. 19, from 5-7 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Park. Cost is: adults - shrimp and fish, $13; adults - fish, Advance ticket sales only. For tickets, go to the parish Web $8; children, ages 4 to 10, $4; children, under 4, $1. Sacred Heart Parish, Tonganoxie, will have Lenten site at: http://www.kofccureofars.org/activities.htm fish fries every Friday during Lent (except Good Friday) There will be a fish dinner from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on from 4 to 7 p.m. Cost is: $7.50 for adults; $3 for youth ages Church of the Ascension, 9510 W. 127th St., Overland March 26 at the St. John the Baptist auditorium, 420 5 to 12; and free for children 4 and under. Park, will be hosting Lenten fish fries each Friday of Lent Barnett, Kansas City, Kan. Tickets are: $8.50 for adults; (except Good Friday) in the lower level of the church. $3.50 for children (cheese pizza option). To-go orders are The Knights of Columbus at St. Ann Parish, Prairie All you can eat. Cost is: $8 for ages 12 and older; $4 for available. For tickets, call (913) 378-3498. Village, are cooking a big shrimp blowout dinner on children 5-11; and children 4 and under eat free. The event March 26 from 5 to 7 p.m. The all-you-can-eat dinner will is hosted by the Ascension Knights of Columbus, Council St. Patrick Parish, 94th and State Ave., Kansas City, be served in the school cafeteria, 7241 Mission Rd., with a No. 10932. Kan., will have its annual Lenten fish dinners every Friday cash bar available. during Lent (except Good Friday) from 5 to 7 p.m. St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Onaga, will have fish fries Holy Angels Parish, Basehor, will have a Lenten fish on Feb. 19 and March 26 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Onaga Friday Lenten dinners will be held from 5 to 7:30 p.m. fry from 4 to 7:30 p.m. on March 26 at the parish hall, Community Center. Cost is a freewill donation. each Friday of Lent (except Good Friday) at Queen of the 15438 Leavenworth Rd., Basehor. Advance tickets are: $15 Holy Rosary Church, 7023 W. 71st St., Overland Park. for adults; $5 for children 10 and younger. At-the-door Friday night fish fries will be hosted by Knights of Cost is: $8 for adults (12 and older); $5 for children ages 5 cost is $20 for adults and $5 for children 10 and younger. Columbus, Council No. 11126 of Good Shepherd, Shaw- to 11; and free for children 4 and under. Tickets can be purchased from the Knights or by contact- nee, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. each Friday of Lent (except Good ing Tom Steinmetz at (913) 422-7660. Friday) in Seuferling Hall at the church, 12800 W. 75th St. St. Michael the Archangel, Leawood, will be hosting Cost is: $8 for adults; $7 for seniors (60+); $4 for children its annual fish fry, sponsored by the Knights of Colum- Knights of Columbus, Holy Cross Church, 8311 W. 12 and under; and children 5 and under eat free. bus, Council No. 12577, Fridays during Lent (except Good 93rd St., Overland Park, will hold Lenten fish dinners on Friday) from 5 to 6:45 p.m. March 12 and 19 at 6 p.m. in the church hall.