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VOL. 57, NO. 9 DIOCESE OF OAKLAND MAY 13, 2019 www.catholicvoiceoakland.org Serving the East Bay Catholic Community since 1963 Copyright 2019 With fewer refugees, CCEB resettlement program ends By Michele Jurich Staff writer With the U.S. government continuing to severely limit the number of refugees who enter the country under its auspices, Catholic Charities of the East Bay has ended its resettlement program. While the agen- cy was scheduled to receive 100 refugees in fiscal year 2019, which began Oct. 1, 2018, the agency received just eight. The last arrived Feb. 7. The 90-day service contract with Martinez the government ended May 8. The numbers had been reduced over the last two years.

DOMINIQUE GHEKIERE-MINTZ/SPECIAL TO THE CATHOLIC VOICE DOMINIQUE THE GHEKIERE-MINTZ/SPECIAL TO CATHOLIC The previous year, CCEB was projected Alpha participants met at St. Joan of Arc parish in San Ramon in March. to receive 145; 100 were received. Nationally, accord- ing to Refugee Council Sister Lang Parishes find Alpha key part USA, the Trump administration has admitted only 12,151 refugees, which is less than 40 percent of the historically low 30,000 refugee admis- sions goal. of ‘Divine Renovation’ plans Jewish Family and Community Services East Bay in Berkeley and the International By Michele Jurich Rescue Committee in Oakland will con- Staff writer tinue to resettle refugees in the East Bay. As parishes throughout the Diocese What is Alpha? Those who have received assistance of Oakland embark on ambitious “Divine from Catholic Charities in the past can still Renovation” plans, they find that Alpha Alpha is a series of sessions request assistance in legal and housing courses are a key component. exploring the Christian faith, matters. “Any family, if they need support, Leaders of more than a dozen parishes typically run over 11weeks. Each can always reach Catholic Charities,” attended “Run Alpha” training at a March talk looks at a different question said Christopher Martinez, chief program workshop hosted by St. Michael Parish around faith and is designed officer. in Livermore; most went home with plans to create conversation. Alpha This effectively ends the involvement to introduce the program to their parish- sessions include the sharing of a of about 40 parishes in setting up apart- ioners. meal, a talk, often by video and ments, driving newcomers to appoint- One parish appears to have a head discussion. ments and helping them feel at home in start on the Alpha experience. their new land. Over the past three years, At the time of “Run Alpha,” St. Joan these parishes have been actively involved of Arc Parish was in the midst of run- in co-sponsoring refugee families. Many ning its “lucky 13th” Alpha program, said the chance.” with a vibrant youth program such as the of those refugees had worked for the U.S. Rosemarie McKenney, adult faith forma- Alpha is in its fifth year in her parish. one at St. Joan may find itself competing government in Iraq and Afghanistan. tion director of the San Ramon parish. In January, the parish’s annual GIFT — for space. A popular time, McKenney has “We want to build on that legacy,” McKenney, a self-described “cradle Growing in Faith Together — program found, is Sunday brunch, following the Martinez said. CCEB is exploring how Catholic,” was invited to Alpha by a dove-tailed with the beginning of its 13th 10:30 a.m. Mass. the parishes might work with the agency’s Protestant friend about 20 years ago. Her Alpha, which has drawn 150 participants. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday assistance to asylum seekers and unac- first thought: “I have a strong faith. I don’t Her recommendations for parishes new nights have not been as popular, and the companied minors. need it.” to Alpha: Follow the plan. Play to your parish is considering offering a Saturday The decision also closes a chapter in But she went and found that her “per- strengths. Trust the Holy Spirit. morning Alpha in the future. the ministry of Sister Elisabeth Lang, OP, sonal relationship with Jesus” grew. The logistics of finding time and space Another key, she said, is scheduling who helped resettle three generations of When her parish decided to offer to offer Alpha, which centers around the the next Alpha to begin as its predecessor refugees in the East Bay. Some of those Alpha, McKenney said, she “jumped at sharing of a meal, come into play. A parish (Continued on Page 11.) (Continued on Page 11.)

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Bishop Barber’s Schedule Mormon Temple tour May 13-15: US bishops’ Spring prayer and dialogue After an extensive renovation, Committee on International with group of diocesan the Church of Jesus Christ of Justice and Peace, clergy, Cathedral of Christ Latter-day Saints’ Oakland Washington, DC the Light, Oakland California Temple, 4770 Lincoln Ave., Oakland, built in 1964, May 16: Deanery 11, clergy, May 22: Catholic Telemedia will be open for public tours parish staff meeting, Network board, Menlo Park from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. May 11 to St. Raymond Parish, Dublin 6:30 p.m., Mass, June 1. Tickets must be reserved Office meetings, Confirmation, St. Leander online at www.oaklandtemple. Chancery, Oakland Parish, San Leandro org. It will be rededicated on June 16. Oakland Bishop Michael May 17: Office meetings, Chancery, May 23: Office meetings, Chancery, C. Barber, SJ, Very Rev. George Oakland Oakland, including Presbyteral Council Mockel and Archbishop Salvatore Dinner with parish priests, St. May 24: 10:30 a.m., Latino diocesan J. Cordileone of San Francisco Bonaventure, Concord clergy, St. Peter Martyr Parish, Pittsburg were given a pre-opening tour on May 7. May 18: 11 a.m., Mass, Confirmation 7 p.m., Mary Help of Christians (Group 1), St. Isidore, Danville celebration, St. Anthony-Mary Help VOICE THE CATHOLIC TO GEORGE MOCKEL/SPECIAL REV. VERY of Christians Parish, Oakland 2 p.m., Mass, Confirmation (Group 2), St. Isidore, Danville May 25: 5:30 p.m., Mass, Confirmation, children who face pervasive violence at Good Shepherd Parish, Pittsburg Help Catholic Charities school, home, or on the streets; families or Cristo Rey De La Salle High School Catholic Charities Special Collection seniors facing homelessness; and people benefactor dinner, Cathedral of May 26: 10:30 a.m., Mass, Confirmation, is May 18 and 19. Every year, Catholic fleeing violence in their homelands. Christ the Light, Oakland Corpus Christi Parish, Piedmont Charities of the East Bay invites us to Please give generously to this appeal May 19: 11:30 a.m., Mass, Confirmation, 2:30 p.m., Dominican Sisters help people facing difficult circumstances on May 18-19. For more information, visit St. Charles Borromeo, Livermore Jubilee Mass, celebration, move forward in life. This includes helping cceb.org. St. Joseph Church, Fremont 5 p.m., Mass, Confirmation — St. Agnes, Concord 5:30 p.m., Mass, Confirmation, St. Joseph Church, Fremont THE VATICAN May 21: Office meetings, Chancery, Oakland Pope criticizes nationalism Migrants are not a threat to a nation’s culture, traditions and values, Pope Francis said. Every nation is a product of immigration and the integration of diverse peoples, united by specific values, cultures and “healthy tra- ditions,” he said. That is why any nation that “stirs up nationalistic sentiments in its people against other nations or groups of people would betray their mission,” the pope said May 2. Pope Francis gave a lengthy speech to members of the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences, who were holding a plenary

meeting May 1-3 at the Vatican on the nature HARING/CNS PAUL and role of the nation-state, the development of international cooperation and today’s Bulgaria visit resurgence of nationalism. The Catholic Pope Francis gives the homily as Church, the pope said, has always pro- he celebrates Mass in Battenberg moted love and respect for one’s nation and Square in Sofia, Bulgaria, May 5. cultures while also warning against turning such affection into the hatred and exclusion of others — a “confrontational nationalism that puts up walls, indeed, even racism Donation aids migrants and anti-Semitism. The church notes with TAPACHULA, Mexico — Pope Francis concern the reemergence, a bit everywhere has donated $500,000 to assist migrants in the world, of aggressive currents against attempting to travel through Mexico, but foreigners, especially immigrants, as well as who are increasingly being impeded by that growing nationalism that overlooks the Mexican officials from reaching the U.S. common good,” he said. border. Those migrants who travel the length of Mexico are also being impeded

ALBERT C. PACCIORINI/THE CATHOLIC VOICE CATHOLIC PACCIORINI/THE C. ALBERT Satan tricks people in their attempts to apply for asylum in the God never tricks, traps or tempts his United States and remain in precarious YLI supports vocations children to sin or commit evil, Pope Francis conditions south of the border. The dona- said. God is with his people every step of tion “will be distributed among 27 projects About 50 members of the nine Young Ladies Institute groups in the Oakland the way — during times of joy and sad- in 16 dioceses and Mexican religious diocese gathered for Mass and lunch April 27 at St. Patrick Parish in Rodeo, ness, triumph and tribulation — and he congregations that have asked for help to where they presented Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, with a check to aid always helps lead people away from the continue providing housing, food and basic seminarian education for $8,395. The bishop thanked the members of the devil and his temptations, the pope said necessities to these brothers and sisters,” Catholic women’s organization, founded in 1887 in San Francisco, on behalf during his weekly general audience in the Vatican charity Peter’s Pence said in of all the seminarians for their “sacrifice, hearts of generosity and love.” St. Peter’s Square May 1, the feast of St. an April 27 statement. Joseph the Worker. — Catholic News Service The 2019 Oakland Diocesan Directory

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By Most Rev. Robert Barron reason. As he articulated the meaning of There were more Christian martyrs in Christian revelation, he used the tools pro- the 20th Century than in all of the previ- vided by the science and philosophy that ous 19 centuries combined. Hitler, Stalin, were available to him. In constructing this Mao, Pol Pot and many of their lesser- rational edifice, he relied on pagan, Jewish known totalitarian colleagues put millions and Christian philosophers, but among the of Christians to death most important of his influences were phi- for their faith in that losophers and theologians of the Islamic terrible hundred-year tradition. Aquinas’s metaphysics is, quite period. simply, unthinkable apart from the work of One of the saddest Averroes, Avicenna and Avicebron, Muslim features of the still- theorists all. young 21st Century is During the high Middle Ages, Christians that this awful trend is and Muslims did indeed dialogue on the undoubtedly continu- basis of a shared intellectual heritage, ing. By far the most but it is precisely the waning of the influ- Bishop Barron persecuted religious ence of these great philosophic masters group in the world today are Christians, within Islam and the rise of a will-based, and they are dying by the thousands positivistic approach that has contributed especially in the Middle East and in Africa. mightily to the conflicts we witness today. Though Hindus and Buddhists have And if we might set aside the passions indeed been targeting Christians, their roused by his admittedly awkward use of most egregious aggressors, by leaps and an example of a dysfunctional Christian/ bounds, have been radicalized Muslims, Muslim conversation, it would be helpful to

the recent mass-killings in Sri Lanka being CNS THOMAS PETER/REUTERS, return to the famous Regensburg Address but the most recent example of this kind of Pope Benedict XVI. What the Pope was Young people light candles near the closed door of a church in Colombo, Sri of violence. I have stated this fact simply calling for in that speech was an enthu- Lanka, April 28, during a vigil in memory of the victims of a string of suicide and bluntly, because I am convinced that siastic retrieval of a tradition embedded bomb attacks across the island on Easter. no solution can be found unless and until, deep within Christianity, namely, the use at the very least, we speak truthfully. to no one’s advantage to stir up religious Hans Kung is a theologian I rarely agree of reason, grounded in the conviction that As many commentators have pointed tensions, especially in pluralist societies, with, but he was dead right when he com- Jesus is the incarnation, precisely of the out, the cultural and media elites in the but the denial of religion as the chief cause mented that there will be no peace among Logos (reason) of God. As long as religion West have been comically dissembling of these outrages is disingenuous at best, the nations until there is peace among the is marked primarily by will (and he was and obfuscating in this regard. The state- dangerously stupid at worst. religions. And there will be no such peace indeed critiquing contemporary radical ments of former President Barack Obama A good deal of this is due to a theory, until the religions find some common Islam on this score), it will tend to resort and former Secretary of State Hillary still stubbornly persistent among the elite ground on which to stand, some context to violence. And in bringing forward the Clinton regarding the Sri Lanka bomb- commentariat in the West, that religion is in which a real dialogue and conversation Logos tradition, he was summoning Islam ings, which referred to the victims, not (or at least ought to be) fading away. The can take place. to return to a perhaps forgotten or unde- as Christians or Catholics, but as “Easter “secularization hypothesis,” proposed from But what could possibly constitute rutilized dimension of its own heritage. worshippers,” are a particularly pathetic the time of Comte, Nietzsche and Marx, such ground? Aren’t Christianity and Are certain Muslim attacking Christians case in point. is despite significant evidence to the con- Islam — to stay with the two faiths that today on religious grounds and for religious But little better are the hundreds of edi- trary, widely subscribed to among Western are clashing most dramatically today — reasons? Yes. Is at least a significant part torials, opinion pieces, articles and books opinion-makers. simply incommensurable and mutually of the problem a strain of voluntarism that characterize these attacks as, primar- On this reading, the religious is never exclusive systems of belief? Aren’t they and irrationality within Islam? Yes. What’s ily, economically and politically motivated, what is “really” going on; rather, it is a based on revelations repugnant to one the way forward? If I might cite a prophet or the fruit of cultural resentment. super-structural cover for economics or another? Might I suggest an answer to sacred to both Christianity and Islam: I have no doubt whatsoever that all of politics or race relations or the struggle these questions by hearkening back to an “Come, let us reason together.” these factors have played a role, but we for cultural hegemony. But until we see earlier time? In the 13th Century, Thomas are blind not to see that the chief driver of religious disagreement as indeed what is Aquinas constructed an intellectual (Bishop Robert Barron is an auxiliary bishop this violence has been, first and foremost, really going on in the present violence, we system, cathedral like in its beauty and of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles and the religion. Now I certainly understand it is aren’t going to solve the problem. complexity, on the basis of both faith and founder of Word on Fire Catholic Ministries.)

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Rally for press freedom Journalists, including Rappler CEO Maria Ressa, raise their smart phones with words “STOP THE ATTACKS!” in a rally for press freedom in Quezon City, Philippines, Feb.15. Church lead- CNS ELOISA LOPEZ/REUTERS, ers across Asia have expressed alarm over threats to press freedom amid reports of increasing attacks and intimidation of journalists, resulting in growing levels of self-censorship. DANISH SIDDIQUI/REUTERS, CNS SIDDIQUI/REUTERS, DANISH Soldiers guard nuns A soldier keeps guard as nuns walk out of St. Sebastian Church in Negombo, Religion ‘less important’ Sri Lanka, April 30. Catholic leaders canceled Sunday Masses as churches remained closed for a second week for fear of new terrorist attacks after the DENVER.— Participants in a study Fifty-eight percent of Americans Easter Sunday suicide bombings that killed more than 250 people. spanning 27 countries say that religion surveyed and 64 percent of Canadians plays a less important role in public life say religion has a “less important role” than it once did, though in many parts than 20 years ago, Pew says. Roughly 130 minors or young adults, aged 25 and of the world, participants said that reli- half of Europeans said the same thing, Court upholds chaplain under. The list, published April 30, is based gion’s importance is on the rise, or that and 1 in 5 Europeans said there has Jesuit Father Patrick J. Conroy, the chap- on a review of the personnel records of they would like to see an increased role been no change in the role of religion lain for the U.S. House of Representatives, nearly 1,500 bishops, priests and per- for religion in society. over the past 20 years. is pictured in a May 8, 2017, photo. manent deacons conducted by diocesan In the study, conducted by the By contrast, more than half in In a unanimous rul- staff and an independent consulting firm Pew Research Center, 37 percent of Indonesia (83 percent), the Philippines ing April 19, 2019, retained by the diocese. It spans seven respondents say religion plays a “less (58 percent) and India (54 percent) a three-judge panel decades, from 1950 to the present. important role” in their countries than it believe that religion has a bigger impact of the U.S. Court of And, the Archdiocese of New York did 20 years ago, while 27 percent say on their country today than it did 20 Appeals for the District released the names of 120 clergy April it plays a more important role. years ago, Pew says. of Columbia upheld a 26 who have been either credibly accused Nearly 40 percent of respondents In the Philippines, young adults House requirement that of sexual abuse of a minor or been said they favor an increased role for are 15 percent more likely to favor an it start each day it is in determined that claims against them religion in society. increased role for religion than older session with a religious are eligible for compensation. Of the list In addition, Pew studies suggest that people. prayer. The ruling came of 120, 53 have had a credible accusa- Rev. Conroy although fewer people in the US and Sixty-five and sixty percent, respec- in a suit filed against the tion lodged against them, and another Canada believe that religion plays an tively, of people in Nigeria and Kenya chaplain by atheist Daniel Barker because eight are awaiting final archdiocesan “important role,” a majority of respon- favor a greater role for religion in society. the priest would not let him serve as a guest or canonical judgments in their cases. dents in several Asian and African coun- In addition, 96 percent and 93 percent chaplain and deliver a secular prayer. The other 59, nearly half the total, “had tries say religion’s role in their lives has respectively in those countries said already died or left ministry when the become more important in recent years. religion is “very important” in their lives. San Jose claims about them were made” to the archdiocese’s Independent Reconciliation bishop and Compensation Program, according to Pope Francis a posting on an archdiocesan webpage announced May 1 that listing the clerics. Bishop Oscar Cantu, coadjutor bishop of Strictest religious law San Jose, assumed QUEBEC CITY — The Quebec govern- Congratulate pastoral governance ment is preparing to adopt what would of the diocese with the Bishop Cantu become the most stringent secularism resignation of Bishop legislation in Canada, hoping to end more your favorite graduate Patrick J. McGrath. than a decade of acrimonious debates about religion’s place in the public space. on a job well done! 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You are killing your own brother tion, staff, board members, guests and peasants when any human order to kill must ALL: DAVID SCHOLZ/SPECIAL TO THE CATHOLIC VOICE THE SCHOLZ/SPECIAL TO CATHOLIC ALL: DAVID the extended network of OCW friends and be subordinate to the law of God which Before calling it a night, Xavier Bartholomew, 2, and his brother, Lorenzo supporters meet each year around the date says, Thou shalt not kill. In the name of God, Bartholomew Jr., 11, enjoyed a lighter moment in the center of the tents that were of St. Romero’s assassination to celebrate in the name of this suffering people whose set up in Christ the King Church’s gymnasium for its two-week participation with a liturgy and socialize afterward over a deli- cries rise to heaven more loudly each day, the Winter Nights Shelter program. cious Salvadoran meal prepared by house I implore you, I beg you, I order you in the manager Barbara Zavala and supporters. name of God: Stop the repression.” The liturgy, presided over by Rev. Romero’s life and witness continues Eduardo Fernandez, SJ, became a means to inspire a new generation of young 40 congregations in effort to probe the historical memory of many of people. Pedro Acosta, a junior at Fordham the Salvadorans present at the Mass who University in New York City taking a one knew and listened to St. Romero’s weekly semester sabbatical to volunteer at the to serve homeless families Masses and homilies broadcast on radios Oakland Catholic Worker observed, “[T]he throughout El Salvador. significance of Oscar Romero for me was By David Scholz In the introductory remarks to his shared his willingness in the face of unimaginable Special to The Catholic Voice reflection Father Fernandez helped the state sponsored repression, indiscriminate An interfaith, grassroots effort called community explore the multifaceted char- carnage and widespread profound political, Winter Nights to serve homeless families acter of the parable of the Prodigal Son by social insecurity to find common ground not in Contra Costa County is going as strong focusing specifically on the theme recon- necessarily in ideology, but through love for as ever with more than 40 congregations ciliation. Several people offered responses. the inherent dignity of every human being actively involved. Barbara Zavala, house manager, no matter how awful their sins or situation. Christ the King, one of the original 17 recalled Romero’s humility. She described He believed deeply that everyone was churches who took part in the program his capacity to simply meet, listen and walk capable to reconciliation in order to trans- when it began in 2004, took its turn to with people no matter what their state of form their heart and follow Christ.” host the mobile shelter for 32 individuals, life may have been. Jose Antonio Zavala It’s clear from the testimonies and including 20 children and 3 infants, from shared how Romero frequently challenged memories shared by native Salvadorans and Logo of Winter Nights Shelter program. April 22-May 5 in the parish’s gym that was the behavior and actions of all sides Americans who were also deeply moved and transformed into a makeshift campground. Winter Nights come up with the answers. For involved in the escalating national conflict inspired by Romero’s life and self-sacrifice Different CTK ministries and groups example, Watson noted privacy was raised, which would soon take his life and metas- that this new saint’s life and vision will con- teamed up with individual volunteers to and the clients suggested tents. There every- tasized into a bloody 12-year civil war tinue to shape generations after him. In the provide support to the Winter Nights pro- one could have their own places to get ready that would claim more than 75,000 lives true spirit of the tradition of Catholic saints gram, including coordinating the morning for work or school in the morning, for example. and contribute to the Salvadoran dias- and martyrs Romero’s name and life will and evening meal service, and providing Reflecting the latest needs of their clients, pora where 1 million people sought refuge remain alive transcending generations. laundry services and other various special the Winter Nights Homeless Board during the throughout Central America, Mexico and skills like hair styling or therapy dog han- current session also opened parking lots for the United States from the brutal conflicts (Tom Webb is a staff member of the dling during the day, and evening tutoring the homeless families who stay in their cars. inflaming their country. Oakland Catholic Worker and regional for the children during the two-week run. It started last October with St. Anselm’s It was St. Romero’s final powerful hom- council member of Pax Christi Northern Participating congregations repre- Episcopal Church in Lafayette joining ily publicly delivered on Sunday March California. Learn more about OCW at senting Episcopal, Lutheran, Catholic, forces with the Church of Latter Day Saints 22,1980 from the pulpit in the cathedral http://oaklandcatholicworker.org.) Methodist, Baptist, Church of Latter Day in Danville from Oct. 8-22. The current ses- in San Salvador which led Saints, Friends, Seventh-Day Adventist, sion will wind up June 17 after a two-week to the order to assassinate Presbyterian, Unitarian, Christian denomi- stopover at First Baptist in Pittsburg. him. In that moving homily nations and Jewish synagogues have At that point, the present roster of cli- Romero begged members opened their facilities from October to June ents will move on, hopefully to stable hous- of the military to renounce for those needing a place to sleep, three ing, with invaluable resources provided by the state-ordered repression meals a day and clean up. the Winter Nights volunteer staff, some of the innocent people of But Winter Nights is not merely a shel- of who themselves were once homeless. El Salvador. With his voice St. Peregrine Novena ter for families, its place where a “tough When the program restarts this fall, rising, filling and echoing love program’’ is hopefully changing the starting date is being moved up to throughout the cathedral June 1–9, 2019 lives, said Jo Kerner, a volunteer grant mid-September to better serve a new col- Romero exhorted, “I would writer for the last 10 years and the Winter lection of families. like to make a special appeal Masses: Nights representative to the Social Justice Before then, though, the tents and each to the men of the army, and Mon-Sat: 8:00 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Alliance of the Inter-Faith Council. family’s single box of belongings will be care- specifically to the ranks “You have to have goals and meet goals fully packed Sun: 11:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. (and the rules) to stay in the shelter,’’ she said. up again a Gwen Watson, one of the Winter Nights few more Married May 24, 1969 Novena in St. Dominic’s Shelter founders and now chairs the Social times, and Warren and Sharon Catholic Church Justice Alliance, said the focus was and the program’s Brunetti 2390 Bush Street remains simple: “What are the needs of truck will roll San Francisco, CA 94115 Fr. Allan White, the people?’’ on to start Married at Newman Hall O. P. Novena Preacher She recalled in the early days an issue over in dif- in Berkeley. was what are the people going to sleep on, ferent places Ample and the solution was Army cots. But when with a host of Loving parents of Michael, Parking that solution had served its purpose and other new dedicat- Kevin and Nicholas Send petitions to: Shrine of St. Jude issues arose, it was back to the drawing board. ed volunteers Loving grandparents of Fr. Vincent Kelber, O.P. “How can we help the families?’’ Watson waiting to roll Hannah, Rory and said, knowing the work never stops. out their wel- P.O. Box 15368, San Francisco, CA 94115-0368 Michael Sean The families themselves have helped the come mats. www.stjude-shrine.org 415-931-5919

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Sylvia in any way she is needed. At our Lenten become a Vincentian — I’ve learned so Daryl and Aljentera soup night she appears with delicious much, between home visits, being able Shirlee homemade soup. to view others in a more open-minded Holy Spirit Parish, Besides serving at church Gloria lives way, learning about not only the diversity Guggiana Fremont an example of a Christian. She routinely of poverty, but learning about people in St. Francis of Assisi Sylvia Aljentera picks up the elderly for church. She will general,” Shawnna said. When asked how Parish, Concord joined Holy Spirit give friends rides to doctor’s appointments. she manages to keep up with so many Daryl and Shirlee Parish, Fremont, in Also she invites the recently widowed to roles, “I also take the time to take care of Guggiana have been 1977 and started serv- her home for dinner. myself — I really enjoy doing water polo, parishioners at St. ing in various minis- Gloria is definitely an unsung heroine and have stayed involved with a group of Francis of Assisi Parish tries in 1978. Currently, she is the Liturgy of our diocese. women I went on a retreat with meditative for decades and have Committee president and has held this — Susan Dusenbury Sequeira journaling.” helped out in countless position for the past 29 years. She began Shawnna credits her Midwestern ministries along the way. her 40 years of service by donating cakes upbringing and parents for instilling in her Daryl has served as to the school. The first ministry she volun- Michelle the value of giving back to the community a Columbian Squires teered for was as a Eucharistic minister, and to the needy. “Being a Vincentian just Leader, a Boy Scout followed by a stint in Art & Environment. Chapman came very naturally to me. I was meant to Leader and continues Sylvia joined the Holy Spirit Festival Divine Mercy Parish, be a nurse, and a Vincentian.” to serve as a Knight of Committee and volunteered in various Oakland Steve Krank an active Vincentian Columbus. Shirlee has capacities for a duration of four years. She Michelle Chapman and coordinator for Vincentian Support taught Sunday School, worked with the Little was an officer of the Parent’s Club for 15 faithfully serves the Services of SVdP of Contra Costa County Saints Program, helped with children’s liturgy, years and was also a school board mem- community at Divine said, “Shawnna brings enthusiasm and served as PACE president, has been the ber, wherein she led the Safety Committee. Mercy Parish in passion to her conference, and to the auction event head for St. Francis of Assisi Sylvia has served as a lector since Oakland. She arrives early every Sunday other conferences she helps. She’s a great School, and served as a Girl Scout leader. 1988, taught RCIA for six years and morning and in her role as sacristan, com- teacher. She’s also very compassionate Together, Daryl and Shirlee are actively Confirmation class for 27 years, conducted pletes the setup of the altar, ensuring that about building relationships with the mem- involved as Youth Ministry Leaders for Baptism prep for 15 years, has been a everything needed for our Eucharistic cel- bers of her conference and the neighbors the past 15 years, and also serve as member of Pastoral Council for the past ebration is ready and in its appointed spot. they serve. She has built strong relation- Eucharistic Ministers and sacristans. 14 years, greeter for seven years, and Those items include the bread (hosts) and ships with some of our neighbors.” Steve Their generosity of spirit gives great Welcome Committee team member. She wine, chalice, patten and all of the other adds, “Shawnna’s experience is a great benefit to all of our youth, and their has also been part of the Filipino Society items required as part of the consecration example of how being a Vincentian helps dedication is second to none. Our parish since 1986 and pioneer member of and distribution of the Holy Eucharist. people grow spiritually. I think Shawnna is truly blessed to have such wonderful Simbang Gabi planning team in Holy Spirit Michelle also confirms the appropriate appreciates the spiritual fellowship of role models for our youth and adults alike. Church. She was also the youth liturgy number of Eucharistic ministers are avail- being a Vincentian as much as she loves We all hold Daryl and Shirlee Guggiana in coordinator for 15 years. able to serve during the liturgy. to help people in need.” highest regard and are thankful for their — Josephine Sahaya In addition, parishioners and visitors — Brit Hotaling tireless dedication. often go to Michelle with many questions — Kathy De Lemos they might have regarding our parish. If Gloria she doesn’t know the answer, she will Rose Falica direct the individual to someone who Divine Mercy Parish, Marilyn Keily Calegari knows. She is an asset to our parish Oakland Holy Spirit Parish, Church of the community. Rose Falica, known Fremont Assumption Parish, — Margaret Soublet as Miss Rose by our Marilyn Keily has San Leandro altar servers, deserves served Holy Spirit Gloria Calegari has recognition for the Parish for more than been an active mem- Shawnna many years she has 14 years in various ber of the Church of been responsible for ministries strongly and the Assumption of the Costanzo the training, coordination of and sched- consistently. She start- Blessed Virgin Mary since she moved to St. Bonaventure uling the altar servers for our liturgies. ed as a money counter and is now respon- San Leandro in the 1960s. Parish, Concord On Sunday mornings, she can be seen sible for several finance-related tasks, Although she has volunteered to the Shawnna rushing into church to throw on her altar including disbursements of priest stipends parish in numerous ways over the years, Costanzo, who grew serving garb in preparation for Mass. Now for Masses, funerals and Baptisms. I am only going to list some of her current up in Cheyenne, that we have liturgies at two locations, Miss Marilyn serves as a ministry lead for the activities. Wyoming, has been Rose provides her altar serving expertise Charismatic Prayer Group, First Saturday During the Eucharist she is an experi- an active participant at both sites whenever she is needed, Intercessions, and Scripture Study. She enced reader and Extraordinary Minister in all things Vincentian for the past 12 especially during Holy Week, when the also fulfills the roles of sacristan, lec- of the Eucharist. She not only fulfills her years. She initially got involved with the church becomes her home away from tor, Eucharistic minister and Eucharistic own obligations, but will fill in for others St. Vincent de Paul conference at St. home. Keep up the good work, Rose. minister to the Sick. Even with all these if asked. She works regularly in the rec- Bonaventure in Concord — without knowl- — Margaret Soublet commitments, Marilyn manages to find tory, every Monday morning you can find edge of what St. Vincent de Paul was, or time to clean and maintain purificators with her there counting the weekly collection. what was to come. five other team members. Her experience working in the rectory is Shawnna is an active member of St. Holy Spirit Church is blessed to have so vast that she willingly covers for the Bonaventure Church, serves as the spiri- Marilyn and is grateful for her time and service. office manager when the manager is on tual adviser for the SVdP conference, is a — Josephine Sahaya vacation. Gloria also helps in the office as volunteer nurse for the RotaCare Pittsburg (Continued on Page 9.) needed. Gloria makes herself available for Free Medical Clinic at St. Vincent de Paul, funerals by serving as needed as: lector, is a SVdP training organizer, (also known Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist, or as a formator), is a member of the SVdP altar server. Gloria is an active member workforce development program and home of St. Vincent de Paul, taking help to the visitor. SAN DAMIANO homes of those in need. “I just really believe in it. I believe You can find Gloria at most parish in everything that SVdP does. I’m just functions. Not only attending, but helping really glad that I took the chance to RETREAT

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Walnut Creek had amazing role models Who are our . . . growing up in Colombia. “I had two aunts who were Vincentian nuns, and I had so (Continued from Page 8.) much respect and admiration for their work on behalf of the poor. When I found myself Keith and with the time to give back, (after a suc- Marcela cessful career in computer programming McCarthy for Kaiser Permanente), I knew I wanted to get involved with St. Vincent de Paul and St. Francis of Assisi help families in need.” Parish, Concord. Doris has been visiting neighbors in Keith and Marcela need as a Vincentian volunteer for more McCarthy have been than 16 years, and still finds the work ful- parishioners at St. filling. “My most rewarding moments are Francis of Assisi when we can help a family with young chil- Parish for many years dren. Many families are struggling to make and have helped in ends meet, and if St. Vincent de Paul can countless ministries help a family stay in their home, or provide during that time. In the needed clothing or furniture, the family is past, Keith has served so appreciative!” “Doris is always the first as CYO coach and to volunteer to visit our needy neighbors athletic director, and and her compassion is always exempli- both have served as fied during these visits,” states fellow PACE president for St. Vincentian Bill Clarke. Additionally, SVdP Francis of Assisi School. Executive Director Claudia Ramirez, who

JOHN FARMER DE LA TORRE DE LA JOHN FARMER CHARITIES OF SOUTHERN MISSOURI, CNS CATHOLIC Currently, Keith serves as a Knight is also a Vincentian at St. John Vianney, of Columbus, a past grand knight, a notes, “Doris models the Vincentian teach- Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri Jana Hukriede, pictured March 13, sacristan, and is actively involved as a ing of the importance of the home visit and 2019, in Springfield, Mo., is Catholic Charities USA’s 2019 Volunteer of the Year. Youth Ministry leader for the past seven taking the time to get to know the needs Hukriede leads dozens of volunteers in growing food on the grounds of LifeHouse years. Marcela serves on the New Pastor of those coming to us for assistance so Crisis Maternity Home run by Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri. Orientation Committee, and as a lector. we can help them in the best way pos- And together, Keith and Marcela are sible. Since Doris is fluent in Spanish, actively involved as teen Confirmation many of our neighbors in need can com- Volunteer gardener at crisis maternity leaders for the past 11 years, and also municate openly and comfortably in their serve as Eucharistic Ministers. native language, building a relationship home provides balm for the wounded Their generosity of heart gives great ben- of trust.” efit to all of our youth, and their dedication is Doris was invited to get involved with St. By Dennis Sadowski potatoes and squash has increased second to none. Our parish is truly blessed Vincent de Paul by a neighbor who invited Catholic News Service enough to become a significant source to have such wonderful role models for our her to a meeting. After learning about how WASHINGTON (CNS) — Outside of a of healthy food for LifeHouse residents. youth and adults alike. We are thankful for St. Vincent de Paul conducts home visits week or two in the darkest days of winter, Not only does Hukriede’s team grow and their tireless dedication and all hold Keith to learn about an individual’s or family’s it’s always gardening season for Jana harvest the food, but they have helped the and Marcela McCarthy in the highest regard. full scope of needs, she signed up to join. Hukriede. women get involved in weeding, harvesting — Kathy De Lemos “The work that St. Vincent de Paul does is A key volunteer at Catholic Charities and canning the produce that is grown. wonderful!” Doris has also organized the of Southern Missouri’s LifeHouse Crisis There’s now a greenhouse on site so St. Vincent de Paul Christmas gift and food Maternity Home in Springfield, Hukriede that vegetables can be grown year-round Alex Ramos program over the last several years. Her finds that hardly a day passes in which and Hukriede is eyeing the eventual instal- St. Joseph Basilica, volunteerism is not limited to St. Vincent de she is not organizing volunteers, looking lation of a water irrigation system. Alameda Paul as she volunteers at the Monument for bargains on gardening supplies and “It’s just so gratifying, too, to get other Alex Ramos has Crisis Center in Concord. planning which vegetables to plant when people involved and work as a team for been a volunteer at — Barbara Hunt in the numerous raised beds at the home’s a common goal,” Hukriede told Catholic St. Joseph Basilica in 11-acre property. News Service. “We all know we are doing Alameda for several Hukriede, 69, a retired Catholic school a great service for Catholic Charities and decades and is known Florence Wahl teacher, has been at it for seven years and the women at LifeHouse.” for always saying “yes” St. Mary Magdalen has seen her involvement grow into one that Michele Marsh, LifeHouse director, when called upon. He is a member of both Parish, Berkeley the women who live at the maternity home described Hukriede as motivated to serve parish choirs and also serves as a cantor Florence Wahl have come to appreciate and welcome. women who have had more than their and back-up pianist. He is the person who loathes waste and is Catholic Charities USA recognized share of hardship in life. works behind the scenes to run the sound dedicated to redis- Hukriede’s commitment as its 2019 vol- “She a joyful person. She’s dedicated. system at many parish events, including tributing excess food, unteer of the year. She will be honored Really, she’s inspired so many people. those that take place in locations outside clothing and supplies during the agency’s annual gathering Sept. And she’s a good role model,” Marsh said. of the actual basilica. to people and organi- 25-27 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She It’s more than the garden to which It is very common to see Alex hauling zations who can put it to use. When there’s kidded that she hopes the ceremony won’t Hukriede has committed her time. She sound equipment across the church prop- leftover food at parish events, she not only interfere with her garden schedule. continues as an on-call substitute teacher, erty, arriving hours before an event and knows which local group that feeds the Hukriede said she started volunteering is a lector and extraordinary minister staying until hours after the event to ensure hungry can use it right away, she packs it after seeing an invitation in her parish bul- of holy Communion at Holy Trinity, and that everything is put away properly. He has up and delivers it. letin at Holy Trinity Church because she helps prepare meals after funerals for also generously purchased and donated “Her diminutive stature and self-effacing “felt moved by the Spirit.” parishioners. professional grade sound equipment for nature belie a giant for good, compassion “I thought, ‘Well, gosh, what can I do to She said her husband of 34 years, use at the parish and built custom cabinets and service at St. Mary Magdalen Parish, help?’” she recalled. Malcolm, supports her effort. The couple’s to protect and store them at the church. the city of Albany and other countless Joined by the dozens of volunteers son John, 36, is married and has a 3-year- He is one of the main organizers of the organizations,” write Mary Jo Senica and she has recruited — mostly retirees, but old son with wife Linsey. Their son Stephen parish’s Simbang Gabi Novena as well as George Baranowski, who coordinate the occasionally the group includes a few was born with cerebral palsy and died in other Filipino celebrations such as the Feast of First and Fourth Sunday Dinners for the strapping college students who stop by to 2010 at age 24. San Lorenzo Ruiz. When called upon to roast Homeless at the Berkeley Parish. “With aid with a major project — Hukriede has Hukriede said she is pleased to be a pig for these events, he will gladly oblige. Florence, the question is ‘what doesn’t helped create a caring community focused recognized for her volunteerism, but that The entire parish staff has relied upon she do?’” on meeting the needs of pregnant women awards are not why she has devoted so Alex for numerous roles over the years. Her volunteer ethic, they observe, is and young mothers challenged by home- much time to gardening at LifeHouse. Need someone to act the character of interconnected with her spiritual life. She lessness, domestic violence or addictions. “It’s about giving service,” she said. John the Baptist at a children’s Mass? attends adult religious education classes Her efforts have led to a gradual expan- “That’s what Jesus modeled.” Ask Alex. Need someone to coordinate the that are offered at the parish. sion of the garden. The harvest of kale, ­— Follow Sadowski on Twitter: parish’s involvement in the bishop’s Capital In addition to her Sunday Dinner work, broccoli, onions, green beans, tomatoes, @DennisSadowski Campaign? Ask Alex. Need someone to Wahl “pretty much supervises all of the provide entertainment at a parish New Lenten Soup Suppers and she volunteers Year celebration? Ask Alex. in the parish office every Friday afternoon,” — Michael and Laura Chinnavaso said Laura Morland, volunteer bulletin Photographers/Reporters editor. Wahl is also an active member of the Doris Snyder parish’s Refugee Aid Committee, and El Heraldo Católico, St. John Vianney assists at Casa Francisca in Oakland, Parish, Walnut a temporary home for migrants. She the Spanish-language newspaper of Creek also reaches out to the community that Doris Snyder, an lives and works at Golden Gate Fields the Diocese of Oakland, is looking active member of St. in Albany. Vincent de Paul’s She was honored as the city of Albany’s for freelance photographers Conference at St. John Volunteer of the Year in 2017. and reporters. Ability to speak Vianney Church in — Michele Jurich and write fluid Spanish and Join us for Carnival Games, Live Music and English, and prior experience Entertainment, Food, Craft Beer and Wine, reporting and photographing Bingo, Karaoke and much much more! Don’t miss our popular news is required. Giant Slide and Nerf Arena! Friday, May 17, 6pm-10pm Send a resume including Saturday, May 18, 12pm-10pm prior experience to Al Pacciorini at Christ the King Catholic Church [email protected], 199 Brandon Road, Pleasant Hill For more information or 2121 Harrison St., Oakland 94612. check us out on Facebook ctkfestival.org 10 — THE CATHOLIC VOICE MAY 13, 2019 ‘We need priests and sisters because people are looking for God’ By Al Donner Special to The Catholic Voice An outpouring of joy and happiness flowed over the 300 people at the 2019 Knights of Columbus Bishop’s Vocation Dinner, with recollections of trusting in God, and then assembling more than 50 young altar servers as a glimpse of God’s love who are carrying forward that trust into the next generation of Catholics. Oakland Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, announced that on May 31 he will be ordaining three men into the priesthood for the diocese. His joy further unfolded as he told how 1,200 people were baptized Catholic or came into full union with the Church during the 2019 Easter season in the diocese. “This is why we need priests and sis- ters,” Barber emphasized, “because peo- ple are looking for God! We need people!” Barber recalled that in 1991 hundreds of soldiers preparing to free Kuwait in Operation Desert Storm crowded into every Mass he celebrated, and hundreds came to receive the sacraments. Several unbaptized men asked to receive Baptism before going into the battle. Barber was a VOICE CATHOLIC PACCIORINI/THE C. ALBERT ALL: full-time Navy chaplain at the time, More than 50 youth altar servers were recognized at the annual Knights of Columbus Vocation Dinner. “Who is going to help if we have no priests?” Barber asked rhetorically. serving as a priest, as he urged the crowd Turning to Rev. John Erick Villa, Barber to continue to pray for vocations. added “I thank these people for giving their The annual dinner is organized by the life to God!” Oakland Diocese Chapter of the Knights of Ordained in 2016, Father Villa now serves Columbus. It generates funds to help pay at Immaculate Heart of Mary in Brentwood. to educate seminarians for the priesthood. “The journey, I thought, would be difficult. But Chapter President Art Landos introduced it was made easy because I trusted! the bishop to the dinner, held this year at “My ‘yes’ to God’s invitation suddenly St. Raymond in Dublin. Landos announced made a dramatic change! God was lead- that the 56 Knights Councils had gener- ing me.” ated more than $33,000 to help defray Father Villa realized the power inher- the expense of seminary training for men ent in understanding “that ‘you have not in the diocese. chosen me, but I have chosen you.’” The diocese currently supports 17 He explained that he grew up in a seminarians in five seminaries across the dysfunctional family. He recalled praying country. for family peace as a 5-year-old, holding As the evening concluded the entire back his tears and telling God he would crowd rose to sing “Salve Regina,” led by become a priest if it worked out. It did, and the bishop and Rev. Msgr. Daniel Cardelli, today Father Villa feels the powerful joy in who is celebrating 61 years as a priest. Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ Rev. John Erick Villa Divine Mercy Parish, unified in diversity, celebrates its feast day By Michele Jurich Staff writer Divine Mercy Parish Seven months after Bishop Michael St. Lawrence O’Toole Campus C. Barber, SJ, first greeted by name the 3725 High St., Oakland Parish of Divine Mercy, he returned to celebrate Mass with the community on St. Paschal Baylon Campus April 28, Divine Mercy Sunday. 3700 Dorisa Ave., Oakland For parishioners celebrating their first Weekend Masses feast day, just four months after the merger of Oakland parishes St. Lawrence O’Toole- Saturday St. Cyril of Jerusalem and St. Paschal 4 p.m. @ St. Paschal Baylon — they looked like they’ve been 5:30 p.m. @ St. Lawrence doing all their lives. From the choir com- 7 p.m. Vietnamese @ St. Lawrence bining talents of the Vietnamese, Spanish Sunday and English-speaking communities to the 8:30 a.m. @ St. Paschal dancers and drummers on the steps of 10:30 a.m. @ St. Lawrence the church to the hospitable welcoming

1 p.m. Spanish @ St. Lawrence PHOTOS/WWW.THEAMPHOTOGRAPHY.COM COURTESY crew that greeted visitors, and found them seats in the sanctuary, the vibrancy was For more information: Divine Mercy Parish’s High Street palpable. https://divinemercyoak.org church, above, was filled for the Feast The Feast Day introduced Mass of Day Mass on April 28. The parish’s Divine Mercy, commissioned by the parish, Latino community provided music and by Maria Calderazzo and Enrico Banson, and foremost,” said Father Macadaeg. dances on the plaza outside, left. the parish’s music director. “That has united us in a very magnificent Throughout the morning, the parish way.” Michelle Chapman greeted and found motto — “Jesus called us to demonstrate The parish is helped by adherence to seats for those who filled the sanctuary for that the Mercy of God is real in Oakland, goals. “We filter everything through stra- the Divine Mercy Sunday Mass. California” — was recalled, recited and tegic anchors,” Father Macadaeg said. She has been a parishioner for more put into action. These include unity in diversity. With two than 30 years; her children attended The merger of St. Lawrence O’Toole campuses and three ethnic communities, the school, and her grandchildren were and St. Cyril parishes took place by decree he said, “We celebrate our unity.” attending until the school closed in 2017. in 2001; the process of merging that The parish emphasizes the Sunday Because she is in the workforce, Sunday resulting parish with St. Paschal Baylon experience, which goes beyond liturgy is a day she can give to the church, where took time and planning. Rev. Brandon to greeters and hospitality after Masses. she is a sacristan, extraordinary minister Macadaeg was named parochial admin- The third anchor is empowering more of Holy Communion and a greeter. istrator of both parishes in 2017. volunteers. “Where you are treated warmly,” “It has been pretty much two years of “My hope is that this is something that Chapman said, “you want to go back.” bringing the community together,” he said. can be sustainable,” Father Macadaeg She said one of the parish’s strengths With guidance from the Amazing said. “There is a culture of a parish that is in having two locations, noting that the Parishes program, the parishes went should transcend time and place.” parish’s St. Vincent de Paul conference. greenery of the St. Paschal site makes about the challenging task of merger, The parish core values support the “We’re here doing corporal works of it parish-picnic friendly. It’s possible, she which included some downsizing of transformation and the mission: mercy at Divine Mercy Parish,” said Paul said, “to bring the best out of each loca- staff, changing of Mass times and belt- • Generous hospitality and availability Marks, a parishioner for about 14 years. tion.” tightening. • Supportive forward thinkers The conference serves not only parish- As for the people, she said, “We’re all But the perseverance is bearing fruit. • Joyful authenticity ioners, but those in need in the greater very friendly with each other.” “What was once considered a parish on • Zealously faith-filled Oakland community. More all welcome. “The neighborhood the verge of closure is now revived and To support those values, Father Roberta Madej grew up in St. Lawrence is noticing,” she said. Young people are renewed,” said Father Macadaeg. The par- Macadaeg said, requires the ability to be O’Toole Parish, and was married in the stopping by to ask about the parish, she ish has 1,000 registered families. willing to move from “what we used to do” church in 1977. After she and her husband said. “The parish is viable because we’re to “what can we do next?” raised their children in San Leandro, they “We’re here to serve God’s people,” she mission-driven,” said Father Macadaeg. Among those living out the parish mot- came back to the parish she described said. “You don’t have to be Catholic to be That mission begins with Christ. to, demonstrating that the Mercy of God is as inclusive and “concentrated on mercy.” served. Come on in!” “We have to be focused on Christ first real in Oakland, are the members of the Hospitality is key to the parish, where MAY 13, 2019 THE CATHOLIC VOICE — 11

Divine Parishes find . . . Mercy at (Continued from Page 1.) St. Patrick is ending. “Have a next one planned so that guests who have been attending will be enthusiastic inviting others,” At St. Patrick she said. “You want to get people reaching out right away.” Church, Rodeo- Assembling a core team of Alpha presenters is chal- Hercules, lenging and delightful. Team members prepare meals, Bishop Michael set up an environment, lead discussions and some just C. Barber, SJ, sit and listen. blessed a new “Some of the team members are brand new and some photo of the have been doing this since the first Alpha,” McKenney Divine Mercy on said. “I have a combination of experienced people and April 27. With new people every time” on the core team. Bishop Barber Alpha calls on the core team’s best angels. “We need are Pastor to be more patient, McKenney said, noting nonbelievers Rev. Larry in a group can become vocal and challenging. “We have Young and to move from our heads to our hearts and loving people Rev. Michael where they are.” Nufable, The fruits of Alpha have been abundant, she said. parochial vicar. Some have became Catholic. In addition to those who ALBERT C. PACCIORINI/THE CATHOLIC VOICE CATHOLIC PACCIORINI/THE C. ALBERT enter RCIA, many Alpha participants have continued to be active in parish life. “About 650 to 700 people have come through Alpha,” McKenney said. Many have continued on to Bible study at the parish. The service- oriented generation has moved on to JustFaith offerings Jean Vanier, friend of the intellectually and Gospel Justice. “We need to give as many of our people in the pews the opportunity to re-evangelize themselves, to articulate disabled and founder of L’Arche, dies what Jesus has done in their lives and then get these people to invite their neighbors,” McKenney said. Catholic News Agency Parishes, including St. Joseph Basilica in Alameda PARIS — Jean Vanier died May 7, at the age of 90. and St. Charles Borromeo in Livermore, are gearing up to He died at a L’Arche home in Paris, where he had offer Alpha to parishioners. Before that happens, parishes entered palliative care several weeks ago, after a pro- such as St. Michael in Livermore, will run Alpha for staff tracted battle with cancer. members and ministry leaders. The plan there is to offer Vanier will be mourned by his friends: the weak, the Alpha parish-wide in the fall. indigent, the forgotten, the disturbed, the rejected, and Alpha is the program recommended by Rev. James the disabled. Mallon, who spoke to pastors and parish leaders about His funeral Mass will be celebrated privately in Trosly, “Divine Renovation” last fall, as a way of moving a parish France, but will be broadcast globally for mourners who from maintenance to mission. wish to remember him. Vanier will be remembered as a man of compassion and peace, a person of deep spiritual insight and gentle- ness. He spoke easily with scholars and leaders, with With fewer refugees . . .

princes and popes, but he said often that he was most at ASSOCIATION/CNS VANIER JEAN COURTESY home among the intellectually disabled people to whom (Continued from Page 1.) Jean Vanier, founder of the L’Arche communities, is he dedicated most of his life. she helped resettle in the 1970s from Southeast Asia pictured in a May 2, 2014, photo. Vanier was the founder of L’Arche, an international have prospered and have become the source of rental community of individuals with intellectual disabilities and Life in that home did not begin easily. Eventually, Vanier properties in the every-challenging housing environment their supporters, and of Faith and Light, an ecumenical later recalled, he realized that his housemates had need of the East Bay. Christian association of prayer and friendship for those of friendship, that they suffered the pain and indignity of Sister Elisabeth with intellectual disabilities and their families. not being understood, and of loneliness. entered the picture four He was born in Geneva to Georges and Pauline “Essentially, they wanted a friend. They were not very months after the pro- “God has Vanier. His father was a Canadian diplomat who would interested in my knowledge or my ability to do things, but gram’s inception. “Frank different ways to become Canada’s Governor General. He was educated in rather they needed my heart and my being,” Vanier wrote. Mele [associate director of Canada, France, and England, his family lived in Paris and Their home, and soon a community, was formed Catholic Charities] picked encourage me Switzerland. At 13 he entered the United Kingdom’s naval around friendship, a common table, common chores, me up at the airport,” she into work I’ve college, to prepare for commission as a naval officer. He common celebrations, and common faith. recalled. served in the Royal Navy and the Royal Canadian Navy, Within a few years, Vanier opened similar households Over the next 44 years, never imagined. until, at 22, he resigned his naval commission. nearby, and he sought help from others: young people, it was Sister Elisabeth I’ve been He studied philosophy at the Institut Catholique de from France, Canada, England, Germany. As the com- who did the picking up Paris, completing a doctoral thesis on Aristotle’s approach munity grew, the blueprint that became L’Arche was born. at the airport, welcom- blessed. I have to ethics and human happiness. He taught philosophy at L’Arche became 154 communities and more than ing refugees from all no regrets.” the University of St. Michael’s College, Toronto. 10,000 members. Until the late 1990s, Vanier oversaw the corners of the world, When Vanier was 36, he left academic life. He began entire organization, while remaining responsible for the including Bhutan, Congo, — Sister Elisabeth Lang, OP to assist a friend, Rev. Thomas Phillippe, OP, who had original L’Arche community as well. He penned 30 books, Afghanistan and Iraq. just become chaplain of the Val Fleuri, a French institu- was feted with awards and honors from governments Her last day at Catholic Charities of the East Bay was tion that was home to 30 men with intellectual disabilities. around the globe, and became a sought after speaker. May 1. “I’m talking to God to see what He wants me to do.” While there, Vanier visited a psychiatric hospital on the He was a member of the Pontifical Council for the Laity In the past 45 years, Catholic Charities has resettled outskirts of Paris, which housed those with both mental and a regular visitor and correspondent with Pope St. an estimated 10,000 refugee families, including Sister illnesses and intellectual disabilities. He was struck by John Paul II. Elisabeth’s own family from Vietnam. the depravity of the conditions there, and the apparent His time, until the end of his life, was committed to “I’m astonished that I’d stay this long,” Sister Elisabeth loneliness of the residents. his friends in L’Arche. He traveled globally to support the said, “God has different ways to encourage me into work Shortly thereafter, Vanier discerned in prayer that he foundation of L’Arche communities, and to imbue them I’ve never imagined. I’ve been blessed. I have no regrets.” should invite two men, Raphael Simi and Phillippe Seux, with a spirituality grounded in his own Catholic faith, his Catholic Charities of the East Bay is planning a cel- to live with him in a small house in Trosly-Breuil, France. reflection on the mystery of suffering, and his love for ebration to honor her service, and the history of refugee He named the home “L’Arche,” or “The Ark.” people with disabilities. resettlement in the Diocese of Oakland. Senior Living/Resources The care you need at a moment’s notice.

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She graduated from Tucumcari Osborne Endowed Chair of Franciscan High School and received a bachelor of ‘our responsibility’ Rev. Kenan Osborne, who for more Theology at the Franciscan School of philosophy degree in Spanish from Siena than 40 years served at the Franciscan Theology, Old Mission San Luis Rey, 4050 Heights College (University) in Adrian; By Nicholas Wolfram Smith School of Theology in Berkeley as a Mission Ave., Oceanside, CA 92057. a bachelor of arts degree in art from Catholic San Francisco popular professor, dean and president, California State University in Hayward; Overcrowded and sometimes inhu- died April 19 in Santa Sister Loretta Marie and a master of religious education mane conditions in detention centers for Barbara. He was 88 degree from the University of St. Thomas immigrant families seeking asylum in the and had been a pro- Marbach, SHF in Houston. U.S. are an affront to human dignity that fessed member of the Sister Loretta Marie Marbach, a mem- Sister Szabo spent 36½ years in ele- demands Catholics Order of Friars Minor ber of the Sisters of the Holy Family for mentary and music education in Michigan, “step up” to help of the Province of St. 59 years, died April 9 at her community’s Ohio, Arizona, California, Arizona, New beyond the “bare mini- Barbara for 70 years. Motherhouse in Fremont. She was 79. Mexico and Puerto Rico. In the Diocese of mum,” Missionary of Father Osborne Born Lucile Marie Marbach on Jan. 7, Oakland, she served at St. Louis Bertrand Jesus Sister Norma was born May 29, 1940 in Waitsburg, Washington, she joined School in Oakland (1963-1964) and All Pimentel, the best- 1930, raised in Santa the Holy Family Sister Saints School in Hayward (1970-1978). known face of the Barbara, attended school at Notre Dame from St. Patrick Parish church’s work with School and St. Anthony’s Seminary. He in Walla Walla on Jan. Sister Mary Daria immigrants at the U.S.- was invested in the Franciscan Order in 6, 1960. Her early Mexico border, said in Sister Pimentel 1947 and was ordained to the priesthood ministry as religious Herbella, OP an emotional talk at in 1955 at Old Mission Santa Barbara. education teacher and Sister Mary Daria Herbella, formerly Our Lady of Angels Church in Burlingame. His entire ministry was devoted to higher coordinator took her to known as Ida Mae Herbella, died April 3 “I don’t understand how we as a nation theological education and writing. parishes in California, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, can allow that,” said Sister Pimentel, who is After graduating with a doctoral degree Hawaii, Nevada, Texas Michigan. She was 92 and in the 67th year executive director of Catholic Charities of in 1967 from Ludwig-Maximmillans and Utah. Her educa- of her religious profession in the Adrian the Rio Grande Valley and a founder of the Universitat, Munich, Germany, Father tion career took a different course after she Dominican Congregation. agency’s Humanitarian Respite Center in Osborne served at the Franciscan School earned a credential in special education for Born in Springerville, Arizona, Sister McAllen, Texas. “I don’t blame the Border of Theology at the Graduate Theological mild, moderate and severely handicapped Herbella was graduated from Round Valley Patrol; they are doing their job and are Union in Berkeley. An intellectual leader in children in 1990. She served as a special High School in Springerville, Arizona; a forced to keep them there. I blame us. the worldwide Franciscan Order, he was educator at an elementary school in West bachelor of arts degree in English from Why aren’t we speaking up to make sure also an author or co-author of more than Wendover, New York from 1993 to 2007. Siena Heights College (University) in life is respected and treated with dignity? 20 books and countless scholarly articles. After returning to the motherhouse in Adrian; a master of arts degree in English It is our responsibility.” Throughout his career he was a highly 2007 for a sabbatical, Sister Marbach from University of San Francisco; and a The people coming to the border are sought-after speaker and lecturer on cur- began volunteer service in the Sister of master of Religious Education degree from not criminals but are victims of crime, rent theological and pastoral issues in the the Holy Family Archives, while serving St. Thomas University in Houston, Texas. in many cases victimized by the cartels Vatican II renewal tradition. Ever a life-long on the board of directors of St. Elizabeth’s Sister Herbella ministered for 30 years that make their living from U.S. drug learner, in his later years he engaged in Day Home in San Jose. In addition to in elementary, junior high and high school consumption, Sister Pimentel said. The Asian theological studies and perspectives her volunteer service, she enjoyed doing education in Michigan, California, New choice to flee is a painful one made to with great enthusiasm. He was a frequent wildly shaped jigsaw puzzles and playing Mexico, Colorado and Arizona. In the protect children and give them a better visiting professor to China and other Asian Rummikub with the Sisters. Diocese of Oakland, she served at St. life. Were the audience in their shoes, nations over the past 20 years. The funeral Mass was held April 15 Lawrence O’Toole School in Oakland from she said, “We would do the same to save The Franciscan friars, family and at the Motherhouse Oratory in Fremont. 1967-1969. our children.” friends extend their deep appreciation Burial followed at Holy Cross Cemetery She also served as a pastoral assistant Sister Pimentel has been praised by to all those who extended kindness and in Colma. for 17 years in New Mexico and Arizona Pope Francis and has won national and compassion in the care of Father Osborne and as a physical exercise aide for three international praise for the type of work in his final months: the staffs of Mission Sister Ann Rozalia Szabo, years in Adrian, Michigan. She became a that takes place at the center, which since Terrace Care Center, Samarkand Care resident at the Dominican Life Center in 2014 has served more than 100,000 immi- Center, One Heart Care Services and OP Adrian in 2009. grants as a way station for those who have Hospice/Visiting Nurses. Sister Ann Rozalia Szabo, a former She is survived by a sister, Barbara been released from custody by federal Survivors include his sister-in-law, elementary and music teacher, died April Kasner of Huntington Beach, California. authorities pending their appearance at Francis Lynette Osborne, and numerous 10 at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, The funeral Mass was held in St. immigration courts. nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. Michigan. She was 86 and in the 68th year Catherine Chapel in the Dominican Life The center provides showers, beds, The funeral Mass was held April 27 of her religious profession in the Adrian Center in Adrian, Michigan, on April 5. clothing and other forms of support. With in the Mission Church in Santa Barbara. Dominican Congregation. The Rite of Committal followed in the about 600-700 people visiting per day on Interment followed in the Mission mau- Formerly known as Eleanora Szabo, Congregation cemetery. average, it is a scene of “holy chaos,” Sister soleum. Donations in memory of Father Sister Szabo, was born in Tucumcari, New — Carrie McClish Pimentel said. Classified Advertisements • 510-419-1081 The Catholic Voice next edition: May 27 • Deadline: May 17

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Today she is a Catholic u SUPPORT Saturday, June 1 who reaches youth through media St. Ignatius of Antioch Parish 40th Anniversary they embrace. The event begins at GROUPS Mass of Celebration and Dinner-Dance. 4 p.m. at 7 p.m. May 14 at St. Isidore Catholic 3351 Contra Loma Blvd., Antioch. For more infor- Tuesday, May 14 mation contact Marla Plurkowski, 925-513-5069. Church, 440 La Gonda Way, Danville. PHOTO COURTESY Spring Grief Workshop at St. Joan of Arc Parish. 7 to 9 p.m. at 2601 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Italian Catholic Federation Branch 282 Bingo Ramon. Pre-registration is required, there is no fee. Bash Fundraiser. 6 p.m. (doors open), 6:30 p.m. Information: Susan, 925-830-1737. (Bingo) at St. Augustine Hall, 3999 Bernal Ave., Pleasanton. $10 per Bingo packet (10 games). Pizza, snacks and beverages available. Prizes. May 23, June 13, 27, RSVP by May 28 to Patty, 925-462-2191 or pat- July 11, 25, Aug. 8 [email protected]. 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Claire La Scola, rooms 214 and 215 in the Ministry Center at St. Isidore Church, 440 La Gonda Way, Danville. 925-447-9800 or [email protected]. until 9 a.m., at Church of the Good Shepherd, Family caregivers are invited to our monthly meet- Monday to Saturday, 3200 Harbor St., Pittsburg, and 24-hours in the ings which include prayer, handouts on caregiving Adoration Chapel, adjacent to the church. A code May 14, 21, 28 First Friday and discussion related to coping when caring for is required to enter, dial the parish office for access Men of St. Joseph meeting. 7 to 8 a.m. Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Saturday, 9:30 loved ones. Dave Clare, 925-314-5784. at 925-439-6404. in St. Anthony room at St. Mary of the Immaculate a.m. to midnight every first Friday at Our Lady of Conception Church, 2039 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Walnut Good Counsel Chapel, 2500 Bermuda Ave., San Thursdays Creek. Information: michaelgallagher1025@ First Fridays Leandro. 510-614-2765. Widows/widowers grief support group. 5 p.m. outlook.com. 9 a.m. to noon at St. Felicitas Church, 1662 Manor at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 500 Fairview Blvd., San Leandro. 510-351-5244. Mondays Ave., Brentwood. Sandy Heinisch, 925-513-3412 May 14, 28 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the chapel at St. Francis of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at St. Philip Neri Church, 3100 or [email protected]. Van Buren St., Alameda. 510-373-5200. Fil/Am ministry. 7:30 p.m. second and fourth Assisi Church, 860 Oak Grove Ave., Concord. Parents Who Have Lost a Child Grief Support Tuesdays, St. Clement Parish Center, 750 Calhoun 925-682-5447. 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at St. Raymond Church, 11555 Group. At Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 500 St., Hayward. Simon Medrano, 510-303-2965. Shannon Ave., Dublin. Fairview Ave., Brentwood. Sandy Heinisch, 925- Mondays, Tuesdays, 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 7 to 10 p.m. at St. 513-3412 or [email protected]. May 15, 22, 29 Thursdays, Fridays Joseph Basilica, 1109 Chestnut St., Alameda. Perpetual Help Devotion Baclaran format. 510-522-0181. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., in the convent chapel and 2 to Third Thursdays 8:15 a.m. Wednesdays after last morning Mass, Catholic Divorced Widowed and Separated of Our Lady Queen of the World Church, 3155 9 p.m. in the church on Wednesdays at St. Bede Parish, 26950 Patrick Ave., Hayward. 510-782- First Saturdays Contra Costa. 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Mary Church, 2039 Winterbrook Drive, Bay Point, 925-550-0679. 2171. Immediately following 8:30 a.m. Mass until Mt. Diablo Blvd., Walnut Creek. Those who are 3:30 p.m. at St. John Vianney Church, Mullen struggling from a loss due to separation, divorce, Mondays Mondays, Wednesdays Commons Library, 1650 Ygnacio Valley Road, death of a loved one or loneliness and depression Rosary in Spanish. 7:30 p.m., St. Joseph Parish Walnut Creek. 925-939-7911. are welcome to participate in these peer group 12:45 to 6:30 p.m., St. Elizabeth Seton Church, Center, 2100 Pear St., Pinole. 510-741-4900. meetings. Joan S., 925-939-1007. 4001 Stoneridge Drive, Pleasanton. Every last Saturday Wednesdays Tuesdays Immediately after 7 p.m. Spanish Mass; ends with u CFCS EVENTS AND WINGS (Women in God’s Spirit). 9 to 11:15 benediction at 9 p.m., St. Joseph Church, 837 8 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. benediction in Mary’s Chapel Tennent Ave., Pinole. 510-741-4900. GRIEF MINISTRY a.m. at St. Raymond Parish, Moran Hall, 11555 at St. Jarlath Church, 2620 Pleasant St., Oakland. Shannon Ave., Dublin. A different faith topic is pre- SUPPORT GROUPS sented each week followed by discussion and shar- First Tuesdays (Presented by the Catholic Funeral and ing in small groups. Kathy Morte, 925-833-7819. u EVENTS Cemetery Services Grief Ministries, Diocese of 7 to 8 p.m., Eucharistic Adoration in Vietnamese, Oakland. Sessions are open to all, regardless of Meditation of the next Sunday Gospel and at St. Joseph Basilica, 1109 Chestnut St., Wednesday, May 15 religious affiliation.) Coronilla in Spanish. 7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Alameda. 510-522-0181. Parish Center, 2100 Pear St., Pinole. 510-741- Movie Nights at Our Lady of Grace. 7 p.m. in 4900. Stack Hall behind the church at 3433 Somerset u Wednesdays Ave., Castro Valley. The May 1 movie will be “The EVENTS First Wednesdays 6 to 7 p.m. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament; True Cost,” a 90-minute documentary on the human Confessions: 6 to 6:45 p.m. at St. Joseph the and environmental costs of the film industry; May 18 and 19 Catholic Men’s Night. 7 p.m. at St. Mary of the Worker Church, 1640 Addison St., Berkeley. the May 15 movie is “Risen,” which follows the Parish Outreach, St. Leo the Great Parish, 176 Immaculate Conception Parish, 2039 Mt. Diablo 510-843-2244; www.stjosephtheworkerchurch.org. Biblical story of the Resurrection as told through Ridgeway Ave., Oakland, 510-654-6177 for further Blvd., Walnut Creek. Adoration, Confession and 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at St. David of Wales Church, the eyes of a Roman tribune. Contact Dennise at information. rosary for men. Food and drink follow. Contact: 5641 Esmond Ave., Richmond, 510-237-1531. 510-538-6071. [email protected]. u VOLUNTEER Thursdays OPPORTUNITY Thursdays Immediately following 8 a.m. Mass until noon, in u RETREATS Holy Hour for Vocations. 7 p.m. at Corpus Christi the Chapel at St. Anne Church, 1600 Rossmoor Companions in Ignatian Service and Spirituality Parish, 37891 Second St., Fremont. 510-790-3207. Pkwy., Walnut Creek, 925-932-2324. Wednesday, May 22 (www.ignatiancompanions.org) is a unique pro- gram that engages mature men and women who Days of Prayer. 9:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. at Santa 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays, 6 p.m. to 7 a.m. Sunday have a desire to deepen their awareness and love Sabina Center, 25 Magnolia Ave., San Rafael. Rev. (first Saturdays), St. Isidore Church, 440 La of God through walking with the poor and mar- u Joe Nassal, CPPS. Our silent, reflective day closed EUCHARISTIC Gonda Way, Danville. 925-837-2122. ginalized and engaging with fellow Companions with liturgy at 1:15 p.m. Suggested offering: $20. in dialogue, prayer and reflection rooted in the 415-457-7727. ADORATION Thursdays, Fridays, spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola (Jesuits). Our St. John the Baptist Divine Mercy Adoration Saturdays 10-month program operates from Sept.-June each Chapel, 11152 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. 510- May 16 to 19 year. We are presently accepting applications for 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 9 a.m. to 230-4325; [email protected]. Poetry: Expressing the Inexpressible. At Santa the 2019-2020 year. Information: contact Marco 3 p.m. Saturdays at St. Mary Church, 2039 Mt. Holy Spirit Parish, 37588 Fremont Blvd., Fremont. Sabina Retreat, Retreat weekend with Kim Stafford, Matute at 415-487-8560, ext. 224, or Marco@ Diablo Blvd., Walnut Creek, 925-891-8900. 510-797-1660. poet laureate of Oregon. Fee for the program with SaintAgnesSF.com. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursdays, 9 a.m. to mid- three nights lodging and meals, $450; commuter St. Michael Parish, 458 Maple St. at Fourth night Fridays, midnight Fridays to 8 a.m. fee: $375. Registration deposit: $150. Information: St., Livermore. To schedule: Adoration@ Saturdays, Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 415-457-7727; [email protected]; or StMichaelLivermore.com. Next Voice: May 27. Submis­ sions­ by 500 Fairview Ave., Brentwood. 925-634-4154. www.santasabinacenter.org. 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By David Scholz Paul; Fourth Grade, Hannah Niu, St. Special to The Catholic Voice Philip Neri; Fifth Grade, Chloe Beland, Many months of work for hundreds of Holy Rosary; Sixth Grade, St. Elizabeth; pupils throughout the Diocese of Oakland Seventh Grade, Kalya Lindsay, Our Lady of culminated April 13 with the announce- Guadalupe; Eighth Grade, Bessy Devine, ment of honorees in the 27th Annual St. Mary; Buddy Books: First and Third Young Author Faire at St. Mary School, Grade classes, Corpus Christi. Walnut Creek. Bessy Devine of St. Mary offered this “The diversity of the work reflects advice to future Young Author participants: the diversity of the diocese,’’ said school be organized and write about something Superintendent Kathleen Radecke. you know. On a Friday in mid-March, judges rep- Radecke said the quality of the work resenting principals, teachers and librar- shows students are making writing a ians gathered in St. Mary’s gymnasium to priority. comb through more than 500 books from “I am so proud of the all students who 31 schools in nine different categories. submitted their writing, and had the cour- At least one book from every school age to put themselves out there,’’ she said. earned an honor in this year’s competi- In her trademark exuberance, Radecke tion. Along with the Class Book category, encouraged all those who afterward students working in teams of two or more approached her for a photograph with their or as individuals could submit books in cat- books to just keep it up. egories of Fiction, Autobiography, Poetry, “Keep writing, keep imagining!’’ she Special Genre, Book with a Religious repeated. The Grand Prize honoree for Sixth Theme, Graphic Novel, Children’s Picture Radecke, who noted her own struggles Grade submitted by St. Elizabeth Book and Buddy Books. with reading as a child, wondered what School. A grand prize winner was awarded in would have happened if she had been able each grade and for Buddy Books by judges to participate in a making a Buddy Book echoed Radecke’s sentiments about the VOICE THE SCHOLZ/SPECIAL TO CATHOLIC ALL: DAVID reading those specific books: Transitional when she was in school. quality of student writing that continues St. Mary School eighth grader Bessy Kindergarten, St. Mary; Kindergarten, St. “It is so inspiring,’’ she said. to be entered each year and the teach- Devine’s Grand Prize entry (top) and Leo the Great, Oakland; Second Grade, Joanne Millette, who with Lisa Sanders, ers who are encouraging excellence in the honoree for Third Grade from St. 2A class, Holy Rosary; Third Grade, St. led the Young Authors Faire Committee, this area. Paul School. MARILYN BROUETTE/COURTESY PHOTO BROUETTE/COURTESY MARILYN First Communion First Holy Communicants from St. Peter Martyr School, Pittsburg, thank Rev. Robert Rein, pastor at St. Ignatius Parish, Antioch, for his warm welcome into the Eucharistic family that is the Catholic Church on May 4. COURTESY PHOTO COURTESY Innovative scientists Johanna Perez, left, and Catalina Interiano, seventh-graders at St. Edward School in Newark, won the Director’s Award for Most Innovative Alternative Energy Project at The California Science & Engineering Fair in Los Angeles on April 30. Their project was entitled “Urine’s Potential as Biofuel.” Plan ahead to get the most for your ad dollars

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Cummins, emeritus Students from St. Elizabeth Elementary School in Oakland greet arrivals to the FACE Gala, at which Family Aid to Catholic Educationbishop ofcelebrated Oakland, underits 40th whose anniversary. leadership Among those at the event was Sister Rose Marie Hennessy, OP, who served as principal ofShe the recalledschool, andthat, asshe, superintendent too, had come of theFACE diocese’s has blossomed.Department After of Catholic the gathering Schools. - to a FACE event as a student. sang “Happy Birthday,” in honor of his 90th This year, 29 pupils at St. Elizabeth birthday in March, Bishop Cummins shared Elementary are among the 489 students his recollections of FACE and his apprecia November 25 Gift of Giving/General News November 13 who are receiving FACE grants to help tion for the FACE founders, “who represent them attend Catholic school in the Oakland the best of our diocese in so many ways.” FACEBy Michele Jurichat 40: Gratitude, and lookingHe forward recalled Barbara Morrill and Sister Staff writer diocese. In the high schools, 348 students- are receiving grants. Sebastian Adza, CSC, told him they More than 4,000 students who have wanted to help inner-city schools by taking Even before they got through the doors - applied for FACE grants, and have quali up a second collection in all the parishes. at the annual gala that supports Family Aid “My immediate reaction was: You won’t fied for them, are on the waiting list. Catholic Education, the benefactors came Ethan Flores The annual spring gala, FACE’s larg get enough money.” face to face with FACE. FACE found other ways over the years, Greeters, from Grades Two through Noemi Ruvalcaba est fundraising event each year, packed December 16* Christmas Liturgies December 4 (Continued on Page 12.) the event center at the Greek Orthodox including grants from local foundations, Eight, dressed in their St. Elizabeth Vanessa Cordova is in her first year of Cathedral in Oakland on April 21. The Elementary School uniforms — plaid skirts gala honored the founders of Family Aid or dark pants, and blue sweaters — shook teaching at St. Elizabeth elementary. Her Catholic Education and those who have hands, looked their guests in the eye, family was assisted by FACE during her nurtured it through the decades. smiled and welcomed them. years at St. Elizabeth Elementary and High A pair of greeters nimbly retrieved schools. She graduated from Holy Names ParishStaff changes report University and her first teaching position is nametags for the guests. Two religious orders that have Keeping a watchful eye over the eager at the school she entered in Fifth Grade. provided leadership for parishes in young group was the kindergarten teacher the Oakland diocese will be leaving at St. Elizabeth School. She, too, was a face of FACE. the parishes. After 154 years, the Dominican - *The Catholic Voice — Publication theme subject to change. Fathers are withdrawing from Most 21093 Forbes Avenue, Hayward, CA 94545 Two join leadership team Holy Rosary Parish, Antioch, effec On our cover tive June 30, and after 39 years, More than 100 delegates from the the Precious Blood Fathers are Catholic schools withdrawing from St. Edward’s Diocese of Oakland joined with for CatholicStaff report schools about 1,000 others at the regional changing Parish, Newark, also effective meeting of V Encuentro, an effort to June 30. - Two veteran Catholic educators, • New high school leadership— Page 10 Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, bring together the Church and the Jocelyn Pierre-Antoine and Ken Willers, • Lumen Christi Academies launching The Voice publishes only one issue in July, August and December. Latino Catholic community. appointed new clergy to both Phone 510-887-5656 • www.folgergraphics.com will become associate superintendents More on Pages 3 and 11. parishes, and announced oth for the Diocese of Oakland Department er staff changes. See Page 2 ...... 12 of Catholic Schools on July 1. ATD Both have received awards from the for details. Bishop’s Column ...... 3 13 Pierre-Antoine, the principal of St. Bede 15 School in Hayward, is the new associate National Catholic Educational Association. Classified...... 14 Pierre-Antoine helped develop a K-8 Datelines ...... superintendent: Leadership for Mission - ...... Christian Outreach(Continued Program onthat Page received 10.) Forum ...... 4 14 and Professional Learning. Ken Willers, News in Brief ...... 11, 12 principal of the School of the Madeleine Obituaries in Berkeley, is the new associate super Seniors ...... 2 6, 7 intendent: Leadership for Innovation and The Church 8, 9 Growth...... Travel Volunteer Tribute ...... The CatholicMay 19,Voice 2018 & Unitours, at St. Bonaventure Inc. 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“Return to me with your whole heart, Declining numbers Letters to the editor provide a forum for readers to engage in an open exchange with fasting and weeping and mourning.” I take exception to two recent items of opinions and concerns in a climate of respect and civil discourse. The opinions (Joel 2:12). in The Catholic Voice. The first, a column expressed are those of the writers, and not necessarily of the Catholic Voice or David Zarri from George Weigel (Forum, April 8) basi- the Diocese of Oakland. While a full spectrum of opinions will sometimes include Concord cally states that if you don’t send your child those which dissent from Church teaching or contradict the natural moral law, it to a Catholic university, you are sending is hoped that this forum will help our readers to understand better others’ think- your child to an environment of “corrup- ing on critical issues facing the Church. Kudos volunteers tion.” Tuition alone at Catholic universities Divine Mercy Parish rocks. While else- is at least $45,000 a year and up. My a good offensive rebound after a missed shot “structures” alone. where in this issue of The Catholic Voice, children attended public high schools and and a great put back for the score. The horrible sexual abuse, both of individual volunteers are honored for their public universities in California and they It addressed many of the points I men- minors and of seminarians and other sacrifice and commitment to their parishes, are not “corrupt!” I am so proud of the tioned in my letter (Forum, April 29). adults, the lies, the cover-ups, the silencing here are other volunteers at Divine Mercy adults they have become, in part stemming I hope that my St. Benedict Church fam- and even destruction of the lives of faithful Parish, formed in January from St. Paschal from their education experiences. ily, and other friends and family of Father Catholics, including priests, can be traced Baylon and St. Lawrence O’Toole-St. Cyril The second article concerned a Jay, will also appreciate the articles. to another lack of belief. of Jerusalem, who deserve recognition. Catholic school in Kansas banning a child Morris Soublet We cannot believe what we do not Let’s honor the people who count the of a gay couple from enrolling. This ban St. Benedict Church know. For decades now, to such a large weekend collections. We currently have two should be disallowed from all Catholic extent, the fullness of the Faith has not teams of volunteers who act as counters. schools. I doubt Jesus would turn his back been taught. So many Catholics simply do There are several longtime parishioners on this child. It’s total hypocrisy. Believe in devils? not know even the basics or have come to who have served at the St. Lawrence I’m saddened to be a part of a Church that Most of us, I would say, believe in believe they can reject any teaching and O’Toole-St. Cyril community for many, excludes anyone. This does not change my angels. How many believe in devils? A still be “good Catholics.” This is a true recipe many years. They are Olga Carroll, Theresa faith in Jesus. However, it makes me question subject we don’t like to think about, but for disaster, especially when such people DaSilva, Mary Enos, Maria Raphael, Alicia the hierarchy and teachings of the Church. We an extremely important one. get into positions of influence and authority. Uborgen and Greg Brown has recently must stop and wonder why enrollment in Christ founded His Church, the One God is giving us a chance to purify the joined the group. They show up ready to Catholic parishes is deteriorating. True Faith, to battle evil. We would do well Church. I believe it must include a return to count on their assigned Monday. What would Jesus do? to read at least one of the books by the teaching the Faith, fasting, sacrifice, reflec- Our second team of counting volun- Jo Simoncini renowned exorcist, Pauline Father Gabriele tion and much prayer with humble and con- teers are Pamela Robinson, Carmen Clayton Amorth. He gives so many insights and trite hearts. I urge you to join me in begging Romo, Angel Santa Maria and Kathlen explains various infestations, obsessions Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, to instruct Soublet. All of these wonderful people and other varieties of diabolic activity. He his pastors to begin a series of Sunday provide a valuable service to our parish Father Matthews said that all seminarians should attend at homilies based on the Catechism, as did community. May God bless them all. Our I just want to thank the editorial staff of The least one exorcism — that this would effect our beloved Cardinal John O’Connor in the parish community truly appreciates each Catholic Voice for the tribute in its latest issue a major change in the view of many clergy, ‘90s in New York. Please read his beautiful and every one of them. Thank you. (Voice, April 29) on Rev. James V. Matthews. not just on the reality of evil but also on a mis- book on this inspired effort, “A Moment Margaret Soublet To use a basketball analogy, the article was guided theology that sometimes links evil to of Grace”. Oakland Vaccination a moral obligation By Marnie McAllister Not only do vaccines protect you and your children from disease, when high per- centages of the population are immunized, A vial of the whole population benefits, including measles, people who are vulnerable and unable to mumps receive immunizations. and rubella In fact, Catholics have a moral obliga- vaccine tion to vaccinate their children, according and an to the Pontifical Academy for Life, associ- information ated with the Vatican. sheet is seen The academy updated its teaching at Boston on the moral considerations related to Children’s vaccination in 2017. It provided a work-

BRIAN SNYDER/REUTERS, CNS BRIAN SNYDER/REUTERS, Hospital. ing translation of these considerations to Catholic News Service March 20 after the hepatitis A. refusing immunization against dangerous “It should be obvious that vaccine use question of vaccination was raised by a For those concerned about the moral contagious disease, for example, rubella, in these cases does not contribute directly Catholic family in northern Kentucky. implications of a vaccine with this history, especially in light of the concern that we to the practice of abortion since the rea- According to media reports, the family the National Catholic Bioethics Center, should all have for the health of our chil- sons for having an abortion are not related is suing its local health department over www.ncbcenter.org, has provided an infor- dren, public health and the common good.” to vaccine preparation.” the department’s response to a chickenpox mative question-and-answer page to help “Won’t my use of these vaccines The decision to vaccinate comes down outbreak at a Catholic school. guide your conscience. encourage others to destroy human life to a simple concern for life, dignity and the The school, which operates under the The center’s answers cite the Pontifical for research purposes?” common good, as do most of our decisions guidelines of the traditionalist Society of St. Academy for Life and “Dignitatis Personae,” “Upon use, one should register a as Catholics. It’s our vulnerable people Pius X, permits enrolled families to waive a Vatican document that addresses bio- complaint with the manufacturer of the — the young, the elderly, the sick and vaccines for moral reasons. medical research. Following are a couple products as an acceptable form of consci- pregnant women whose lives are at risk. CNS reported that the health depart- notable excerpts: entious objection. This signals opposition ment urged the school’s students to be “What do I do if there is no alternative to to the wider, morally reprehensible practice (Marnie McAllister is editor of The vaccinated and later canceled sporting a vaccine produced from these cell lines?” of using the unborn as little more than Record, newspaper of the Archdiocese of events involving other schools as the out- “One is morally free to use the vaccine research material for science.” Louisville, Kentucky.) break spread. As of mid-March, 13 percent regardless of its historical association with of the student body had contracted the abortion. The reason is that the risk to pub- disease, CNS reported. At that point, stu- lic health, if one chooses not to vaccinate, dents without immunity were not “allowed outweighs the legitimate concern about Pope Francis Legal Clinic to attend school until 21 days after the the origins of the vaccine. This is especially onset of rash for the last ill student or staff important for parents, who have a moral Free Legal Consultation member,” CNS reported. obligation to protect the life and health Experienced Lawyers At issue is the chickenpox vaccine, of their children and those around them.” The Diocese of Oakland • 2121 Harrison Street, Oakland which along with two other common child- “Am I free to refuse to vaccinate www.oakdiocese.org • 510-893-4711 hood vaccines, was originally derived from myself or my children on the grounds of • Advanced Health • Personal Injury • Housing • Estate cells of aborted fetuses in the 1960s. The conscience?” Care Directives • Employment • Divorce • Probate cells now used to create the vaccines “One must follow a certain conscience • Worker’s Comp. • Immigration • Criminal • Real Property Disputes are descendent cells. No alternative vac- even if it errs, but there is a responsibility cines are available for rubella (German to inform one’s conscience properly. There Call 510-893-4711 to make an appointment Open: Tuesday & Thursday measles), varicella (chickenpox) and would seem to be no proper grounds for or online at www.oakdiocese.org 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

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