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Volume 79 | No. 24 http://observer.rockforddiocese.org FRIDAY MAY 23, 2014 Memorial Day May 26 Transitional Deacons Closer to Priesthood BY AMANDA HUDSON News Editor ‘We join with you in thanking God ROCKFORD—Ervin M. Caliente and John Paul McNa- for the gift of your (CNS le photo/Nancy Phelan Wiechec) mara were ordained to the Sa- vocations ... .’ Pray for those who have cred Order of Deacon by Bish- served to their last breath. op David Malloy on May 17 at — Bishop David Malloy the Cathedral of St. Peter. secrated by the sacrament of Memorial Masses Bishop Malloy began his orders to the diaconate. For the pg. 10 homily by telling the seminar- Church, for us, for you, your ians that “All of us: you, your calling and vocation is God’s Inside brother deacons, the priests, gift. It is a gift to be prized, re- your bishop, your family and spected, purifi ed, protected and friends — all of us — have lived fully. It is a gift that will, come to a day that we have until you meet the Lord, defi ne hoped and truly prayed to God every moment and every breath that we might see.” of who you are.” (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson) The bishop called for grati- Reviewing the questions the Bishop David Malloy ordains two men to the transitional diaconate, tude for that moment, saying, men soon would answer, Bish- St. Peter, Geneva, May 17, at St. Peter Cathedral in Rockford. They are John Paul McNa- “We join with you in thanking op Malloy refl ected briefl y on Names Hall for mara (left) and Ervin Caliente (right). It is one of the last steps on their God for the gift of your voca- each. Msgr. McLoughlin journey to the priesthood. tions that will shortly be con- Continued on page 5 pg. 3 Elizabeth Celebrates 100th Anniversary of Parish Church BY AMANDA HUDSON Father, with their bishop, their News Editor pastor and with each other “all comes together in the 100 years ELIZABETH—St. Mary pa- in this church,” he said. Aquin Dedicates rishioner Jan Thraen presented Calling the anniversary a a capsule version of the 100- Courtyard Gazebo in “wonderful opportunity for me year history of the parish be- to come to celebrate with you,” Memory of Graduate fore Mass May 18, and her con- Bishop Malloy called the build- pg. 8 densed presentation still took ing “a magnifi cent church” several minutes. with “beautiful architecture.” The parish, after all, has wel- With the sun shining through comed Catholics since it was its “magnifi cent” stained glass established as a mission in windows, he said, all of it pro- 1843, 171 years ago. vided “inspiration to all of us.” On May 18, it welcomed Speaking of how Catholics Bishop David Malloy for the “live in the long view of things” fi rst time, to celebrate the cen- and are “universal in time,” he tennial of the present church. Philip Tells Jesus’ said that “what is happening in In his homily, Bishop Mal- Elizabeth” today and through- Story in Samaria loy reminded everyone of the out its 171 years, is “all a part The Junior Observer, pg. 11 inheritance of faith, not only in of the greater gift of God that is Elizabeth, but throughout the the faith.” Quick News world and throughout the cen- Giving a brief run through of turies. the wars and societal changes DAC closed May 26 One of Jesus’ last prayers on over 100 years, he said that, Holy Thursday, he said, was The Diocesan Administation “in the midst of all those ups that his followers would stay Center in Rockford will be and downs … people needed a together. closed May 26 in honor of place to drink of the waters of “It’s a concrete prayer,” the (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson) Memorial Day. It will reopen the Catholic faith,” and that the bishop said, “that is meant With a backdrop of a traditional altar and painted ceiling, Bishop David May 27. church was “an anchor for so (also) for you.” many in Elizabeth.” Malloy and several visiting priests celebrate Mass for the 100th anni- No Observer May 30 Remaining one with the Holy Continued on page 4 versary of St. Mary Parish church in Elizabeth. There will be no issue of The Observer May 30. The next paper will be June 6. Celebrate This Issue The Service Bishop Malloy ...... 2 Headliners ...... 3 Diocese ...... 4-5 To God and Nation/World ...... 6-7 Around the Diocese ...... 8-10, 19 The Junior Observer ...... 11 The Faithful of Jubilarians ...... 12-19 Faith Forum ...... 20 (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson) Our Jubilarians Viewpoints ...... 21 Diocesan priests exchange greetings at a Mass for the jubilarians among them. Fourteen diocesan priests For the Record ...... 22 and many nuns who have worked in the diocese mark signi cant anniversaries this year. — pgs. 12-19 — Media/Arts ...... 22-23 2 FRIDAY MAY 23, 2014 | The Observer

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Francis reminding the world that we are and bring him back safe and well when the Building on the extensive efforts for unity bound to care for those most in need and to trip is done. News Editor: Amanda Hudson Features and Multimedia Editor: Sharon Boehlefeld The The Gifts of the Holy Spirit Circulation/Proofreading: Pope Susan Sabrowski, Keith on ... From general audience, St. Peter’s Square, April 9, April 30, May 7 Ludolph by POPE FRANCIS Accounting: Jill Bonk (CNS photo/Claudio Peri, pool via Reuters) Advertising and Marketing: Continued from May 16 ask you — is this wisdom? Then, in marriage for example, again and go forward in peace, Kevin McCarthy Think of a mother at her home What do you say: is it wisdom the two spouses — the hus- is this wisdom? Production and Web with the children. When one or not? No! band and wife — argue, and Gary Haughton Now, this is the gift of wisdom. Administrator: does something the other then they don’t look at each Instead, when the mother May it come to our homes, Contributing Writers: Bishop thinks of something else, and other, or if they do look at each takes her child aside and may we have it with the chil- Emeritus Thomas G. Doran, the poor mother goes to and other, they look at each other gently reproves him, saying: dren, may it come to us all! Father John Slampak, Msgr. fro with the problems of her “Don’t do this because...,” and with displeasure: is this the Aaron Brodeski, Father Kenneth children. explains with great patience, is wisdom of God? No! And this cannot be learned: Wasilewski, Keith Ludolph, this is a gift of the Holy Spirit. Lynne Conner, George Weigel, And when mothers get tired this the wisdom of God? Yes! Instead, if one says: “Ah well, Therefore, we must ask the Father Ronald Rolheiser, and scold the children, is that It is what the Holy Spirit gives the storm has passed, let’s Tony Carton, Pat Szpekowski, wisdom? Scolding children — I us in life! make peace,” and they begin Continued on page 20 Margarita Mendoza Publication Dates: Weekly Aurora Central Catholic High ROCKFORD — June 2, p.m., Mass and Installation Bishop Malloy’s except that in 2014 there will be School 10:05 a.m., Catholic Forum, of Father Bruce Ludeke no issues on Jan. 3, May 30, Public Schedule WROK 1440AM ROCKFORD — May 30, as Pastor of Sacred Heart Aug. 29, Oct. 31 and Dec. 26. — May 23, FREEPORT 2 p.m., Commencement ROCKFORD — June Church 7 p.m., Commencement News Deadlines: Usually, 10 Exercises for Boylan Central 3, 2 p.m., Presbyteral ROCKFORD — June 8, Exercises for Aquin Central days before publication date. 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Headliners St. Peter, Geneva, Names Hall for Msgr. McLoughlin GENEVA—On May 11, the acknowledge the good Msgr. ing a permanent church. pastor and people of St. Peter McLoughlin left the parish. In 1989, Msgr. McLoughlin Parish, here, honored former The parish council heartily gave permission to take on the pastor, Msgr. James McLough- agreed. now famous Barn Sale. Money lin by renaming its largest meet- Father Emeh says there is earned over the next decade ing space McLoughlin Hall. so much to say about Msgr. paid off parish debt and pro- Msgr. McLoughlin was the McLoughlin’s legacy, high- vided a fi nancial foundation for main celebrant at that Sun- lights of which include plan- the building of the new church. day’s Mass. Father Martins ning, funding and building St. Groundbreaking took place Emeh, pastor, and other dioc- Peter Church between 1983 in early 1992. esan priests joined in concel- and 1997. Msgr. McLoughlin asked ebrating. From 1959 until mid-1993, parishioners to participate in A naming ceremony and re- parishioners’ worshiped in a every phase of the planning ception followed the Mass. “temporary” church, the multi- and building. Parishioners of The renaming decision came purpose room, as the parish that time said you could fi nd from Father Emeh’s desire to debt was a hindrance to build- no more grateful people on the day of the fi rst Mass in the new church, June 5, and the dedica- tion Mass, Oct. 17, 1993. Msgr. McLoughlin was also (Photo provided) credited with unifying the par- Father Martins Emeh (left), pastor, and Father William Etheredge (right) ish around a common mission help Msgr. James McLoughlin unveil the new name over a meeting and vision, and with fostering space at St. Peter Parish in Geneva, May 11. The space was renamed in growth in membership, minis- Msgr. McLoughlin’s honor. Msgr. James McLoughlin speaks to well-wishers at a dedication and tries, faithfulness and commu- who was “shy but courageous.” The period was a great chal- reception in his honor. nity spirit. On the cover: Msgr. James McLoughlin (third from left) celebrates St. Peter parishioners who Msgr. McLoughlin said he lenge, he told the group gath- Mass May 11, with (from left) Msgr. Thomas Dempsey; Msgr. William knew him said he loved his peo- recalls the need for, and impor- ered May 11. Seeing the people McDonnell; Father Martins Emeh, pastor; Msgr. William Clausen; and ple, was a visionary leader and tance of, guiding the parish to come together and build the Father William Etheredge. “an outside-the-box-thinker,” unity and stability. church were great joys, he said. Kevin McCarthy Joins Observer Staff for Ad Sales, Marketing ROCKFORD—Kevin J. background in media relations veterans organizations and “From electronic, print, ra- McCarthy of Rockford has through his work in Business is a WWII re-enactor. He en- dio, TV or social media, I joined the Rockford Diocese’s to Business trade publications, joys traveling and has been to know I can provide businesses Offi ce of Communication and where he fi lled various sales all but two of the 50 states — in the 11 counties with a pro- Publication, as of Monday, and marketing roles, to his Alaska and Idaho. active return on investment May 19 as the new advertising in-depth experience in radio “I welcome the opportunity marketing plan to fi t their and marketing representative. broadcasting and syndication, to speak with and visit ad- needs and budgets — a neces- McCarthy succeeds Ron including working at 96.7 The vertisers to learn about their sity in today’s business envi- businesses while helping them Bergman, who retired from Eagle in Rockford, one of the ronment,” McCarthy said. the staff as the client services stations of Townsquare Media. increase sales through the var- representative in April. He studied media relations ious diocesan media outlets, For assitance, call McCarthy at “After a period of restruc- and broadcasting at Triton such as The Observer,” Mc- 815-399-4300 or email him at turing the duties and responsi- College, River Grove and Carthy said. [email protected]. Kevin McCarthy bilities of staff to better meet Wright College, Chicago, and the needs of the diocese, we worked at the college radio are happy to welcome Kevin stations. into this position,” said Penny Originally from Chicago’s Wiegert, diocesan director of northwest side, he’s been a res- communication. ident of Rockford for nearly 18 “Our entire staff looks for- years. He attends Holy Fam- ward to the expertise Kevin ily Parish (while occasionally can offer to the clients and visiting St. Anthony Parish), sponsors of our print, broadcast where he is also a member and digital products as well as of the Knights of Columbus his enthusiasm” she said. Council 13123. 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Diocesan CWL Installs Officers May 14 at Annual Peace Mass By Amanda Hudson “has that experience of resur- upon: Our Lady of the Snows Mary during the Visitation for helping St. Elizabeth Catholic News editor rection,” Bishop Malloy said, for the president; Immaculate the secretary. Community Center. Catholic asking if Justice, and CWL Conception for the vice-pres- The Catholic Women’s Women’s League now serves a ROCKFORD—The Catho- members, would “go away ident; Our Lady of Perpetual League began more than 100 variety of people in the greater lic Women’s League held its with sadness — or do you re- Help for the treasurer; and years ago with a focus on Rockford area. annual Mass for Peace on May main with joy because you are 14, celebrated by Bishop Da- seeking God’s will?” vid Malloy at the Poor Clares’ Parishes and groups some- Corpus Christi Monastery times fail “to maintain (the chapel. focus of) I’m willing to do The feast of St. Matthias, the whatever God asks,” he said, theme of peace and the “month adding that the CWL officers of Mary” all featured into the elected that morning are “not bishop’s homily. chosen for an honor, but for Looking at the reading about how the Apostles replaced Ju- service.” Leadership “is a call das with St. Matthias, Bishop to service … to assist all the Malloy spoke of the care and others in the Mass of the faith- attention that St. Peter gave ful. (It is) first and foremost an to the process, because of the obligation and service to facil- great importance for the new itate … this group. It is a call Apostle to be approved by God. to generosity.” The first lesson, the bishop Uniting oneself to Mary and said, was of “humility leading learning from her example, to peace.” He reflected on the he said, brings the same les- possible reaction by those not sons we learn from St. Matth- originally called forth by Jesus ias — of humility, joyfulness, to be apostles, and if Matthias a stepping forward and work- perhaps “learned humility be- ing for peace, especially in the cause of this, or if he had (hu- Church, and also “to give even mility) before.” if it is to the point of suffering.” (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson) Even the man named Jus- To that end, each of the The Catholic Women’s League officers for 2014-2015 are (from left) Patti Tumilowicz of the Cathedral of St. tice, who was not called to be CWL officers receives a par- Peter, president; Mary Kay Tapp of St. Bridget Parish, treasurer; Angie Cash of St. James Parish, secretary; and an apostle the second time, ticular title of Mary to draw Mary Jo Keffer of Holy Family Parish, vice-president. Elizabeth Celebrates 100th Anniversary of Parish Church From page 1 the weddings and burials at The bishop noted the names the church, and “the 100 years beneath stained glass windows of spaghetti dinners” that he and encouraged those gathered emphasized are important too. to pray for those who came be- He asked for prayers for all fore and who made sacrifices the priests who had served the to build and sustain the parish. parish, saying the parishioners Readers were (from left) history “We are the ones now who today “are linked with those presenter Jan Thraen, first reader treasure (the faith) and pass it who have gone before.” An exhibit of historical materials displayed for the centennial event Taylor Brown, and second reader on,” he said, reflecting on the “You may not be the largest included a photo (left) of the first bishop of Rockford, Peter J. Muldoon, Barbara Delaney. baptisms, the confirmations, parish in the diocese,” Bish- dedicating the cornerstone of today’s church. There were also news- op Malloy said at the end of paper clippings, albums and photos, including one (right) of the origi- Mass, adding with a grin that nal frame church. “in fact, I can assure you, you are not.” When the responding laughter lessened, the bishop encouraged prayers for voca- tions. Noting the five St. Mary parishioners who entered reli- gious life or the priesthood in years past, he said that “for all that (smaller size) why should

(Observer photos by Amanda Hudson) (future vocations) not come The St. Mary Parish choir, led by choir director Edith Dwinnells, sang for from your parish?” the anniversary Mass. Although small, the active parish had several parishio- ners contributing to the cel- ebration, from working on the centennial committee, to col- laborating on a display about the parish history, to creating a history and cookbook coming this fall, to assisting with the Parishioners and guests find familiar scenes and faces in a quilt and Mass and with maintenance other memorabilia in the anniversary display. and decorations of the sanctu- great-grandchildren before the Delaney and her husband ary. church’s 150th anniversary moved to the area eight years Helpers included Jan Thraen and lectors Taylor Brown and celebration. ago. She called it an “honor Barbara Delaney. The three Brown said her parents were and joy” to be at St. Mary explained their parish identity married at St. Mary Church, Parish and to help create and with sacraments and service. and that she was baptized participate in its Respect Life Thraen was married at the there and attended its religious committee. church 37 years ago, her chil- education program. Her smile Thraen summed up the in- Altar servers assisting at the May 18 Mass celebrating the 100-year an- dren were baptized there and widened as she spoke of her volvement of St. Mary parish- niversary of the parish church building were (back, from left) coordi- she said she hopes someday current service of beginning ioners by saying simply, “We nator Trent Breed, Kyle Ludwig, Kathryn Walters, Noelle Reese, (front) her grandchildren will be a Catholics In Action (CIA) all serve at taking care of the Parker Reese, Megan Ludwig and Bennett Reese. baptized there as well as her youth group at the parish. church.” The Observer | FRIDAY MAY 23, 2014 5

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Bishop Celebrates Annual Blue Mass Law enforcement officials and other first responders gathered at St. Peter Cathedral, May 13, for the annual Blue Mass. The Mass was held as part of Nation- al Law Enforcement Memorial Week to honor fallen officers. Bishop David Malloy was the main celebrant and in his hom- ily told those gathered, “When you put on that uniform, you put on a responsibility to live up to all the challenges your job entails. For that, we are grate- ful to you, for all you do and for all that you contribute to us.

(Observer photos by Lynne Conner) Whether you are on duty or off Rockford Police Chief Chet Epperson (left), Bishop David Malloy, Father Ricardo Hernandez, pastor of St. duty, know that our prayers are Aaron Kerr piped at the Blue Mass, Patrick Parish in Rockford, and Rockford Police Officer Eric Jones gather after the Blue Mass. with you and your families.” May 13. Transitional Deacons Closer to Priesthood From page 1 Regarding their resolution to free you to serve and in a deep On their resolution to be con- live in charity, the bishop said way free you to pray and so secrated, to be “set aside and that “the faithful must know of to draw ever closer to Christ to be marked by and for God’s your love for them. They must throughout your life.” purposes,” he said that, “In see in you the love and charity A “life of prayer” comes with effect, you will agree to give of Christ.” holy orders, and the bishop said yourselves fully ... We cannot Next he challenged them that “prayer truly is our joy offer Him only a part of our- to live out “the unchanging and the lifeblood of our voca- selves, our souls, our hearts, and unchangeable faith of the tion.” He also called them to with the intent of keeping some Church.” “draw closer to Christ in the for ourselves ... Your joy will Calling celibacy “a gift,” Eucharist” and to make “that come from going yourselves to Bishop Malloy explained that presence of Christ ... to be your Him fully.” “celibacy will free you. It will strength. Next year, God will- ing, in an even deeper way the Eucharist will be entrusted to Bringing the offertory gifts are (from left) John McNamara’s parents, you. You cannot overstate the Robert and Elizabeth Ann McNamara and Ervin Caliente’s spiritual strength you will receive from “adoptive parents,” Michael and Elizabeth “Lilly” Groom. the Eucharist.” Finally, he said, “you will be Church throughout history.” litany of supplication; laying asked to give away freely your The bishop ended his homily on of hands and prayer of ordi- very will by promising obedi- by encouraging the two men to nation; handing on the Book of ence to your bishop and his remember that “God, who has the Gospels; and the fraternal successors,” and he compared loved each of us from before all kiss from the bishop and the that promise to how “the Apos- time, has loved and called you. deacons who were present. tles followed Jesus without Even though the future is un- At the conclusion of the conditions, giving away their known, as it must be, you can Mass, Bishop Malloy encour- will and ultimately their very trust God who is calling you ... aged everyone to pray for voca- lives, trusting that he would “Christ wouldn’t ask this of tions, to religious life, the dia- guide them. you unless He plans to be with conate and to the priesthood. (Observer photos by Amanda Hudson) “Your promise of obedience you every step of the way.” He asked for prayers “so that As they will do when they are ordained to the priesthood, seminarians places you alongside those fol- The Mass continued follow- next time, we’ll have not two, Ervin Caliente (foreground) and John Paul McNamara, prostrate them- lowers of Jesus and alongside ing the steps of the rite of or- but 22 or 42” who are on their selves at the altar during their diaconate ordination. all the faithful ministers of his dination: promises of the elect, way to the priesthood. Elburn Parish to Host Pilgrimage to the Holy Land ‘Hope-filled’ Vigil June 6 Walking in the Footsteps of Jesus with Father Perfecto Vasquez ELBURN—On June 6, 8-9 pouring of the Holy Spirit on 13 days! p.m., members of St. Gall Par- each individual, as well as on ctOber ish, here, will take part in a the parish as a whole. O 13 – 25, 2014 Full sightseeing schedule with professional guide. community prayer vigil, as a Organizers want to en- way to bring the hope of the courage the parish to have Father Perfecto Vasquez We will see all the highlights such as: Apostles at Pentecost to the PP, Dbl. Occ. the courage and sincere de- from Chicago — Nazareth, the childhood home of Jesus and the parish. sire to fulfill the mission that $ Basilica of the Annunciation The evangelization team the Apostles handed down E R/T3,695 air from Chicago O’Hare — Renew your vows in Cana and sail on the will host the prayer vigil,E R/Tdur -air from Chicago O’Hare E 13 days throughand 11 nights the Church. E 13 days and 11 nights Sea of Galilee ing which parishioners will E 1 night in TelAs Aviva continuationto relax of the — Visit the Monastery of Temptation and Bethany ask God to bless the parish E 1 night in Tel Aviv to relax E 3 nights on the shores of the — Visit Bethlehem, the Shepherd’s Fields and village with the gifts it needs to be a prayer, parishioners are en- E 3 nights on the shores of the Sea of Galilee Sea of Galilee of Ein Karem, birthplace of John the Baptist “beacon of light in the night.” couraged to wear flame colors E 6 nights in Jerusalem E 6 nights in Jerusalem — Walk the Via Dolorosa and the Church of the Holy The service will start in the on Pentecost, June 8. Red, yel- E 1 night inlow Jordan and to orange visit the clothes will E 1 night in Jordan to visit the Sepulchre! church with vespers. 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Nation / World Pope Francis’ Holy Land Schedule Pope Travels to Holy Land May 24 of the meeting between Pope Paul Meeting with authorities of the VI and Patriarch Athenagoras, Kingdom of Jordan, Amman Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem Mass at the Amman International Arab Christians Can Stadium May 26 Meeting with refugees and young Visit to the Grand Mufti of people with disabilities in the Latin Jerusalem in the building of the Church in Bethany beyond the Great Council on the Esplanade of Jordan the Mosques, Jerusalem Bridge East, West Visit to the Yad Vashem Memorial, May 25 Jerusalem By Dale Gavlak Meeting with Palestinian Visit to the two chief rabbis of Catholic News Service authorities, Bethlehem Israel at Heichal Shlomo Center, Mass in Manger Square Jerusalem BETHANY BEYOND THE Regina Coeli Prayer Visit to the President of the State JORDAN, Jordan—The sig- Welcoming ceremony at Ben of Israel, Jerusalem nificance of where Jesus was Gurion International Airport, Tel Meeting with priests, religious believed to be baptized on the Aviv and seminarians in the Church banks of the Jordan River be- Meeting with the Ecumenical of Gethsemane at the foot of the ginning his public ministry is Patriarch of Constantinople at the Mount of Olives, Jerusalem not lost on Arab Christians, Apostolic Delegation of Jerusalem Mass, Room of the Cenacle, deeply aware of their rich reli- Ecumenical Meeting on the Jerusalem gious and cultural heritage. occasion of the 50th anniversary SOURCE: http://w2.vatican.va Indeed, their Middle Eastern ancestors are counted among the world’s earliest Christians and the guardians of the faith throughout the ages. Arab Christians are very im- portant and their role is even more important,” said Father Nabil Haddad, as he surveyed the lush green scenery of the Baptism Site, which Pope Fran- cis plans to visit May 24, the first day of his pilgrimage to the Holy Land. The pope is expected to of- fer words of encouragement to the Christian community, whose numbers in the region are dwindling because of conflict and violence, as well as promote better ties with Muslims. Christians “have to realize the importance of their role and

at the same time, their broth- (CNS file photo/Jamal Nasrallah, EPA) ers and sisters must give them Jordanian clerics walk in a 2013 procession to the site of Jesus’ baptism space to perform that calling,” in the Jordan River, which Pope Francis will visit May 24. Christians said Father Haddad, director of can serve as a bridge between East and West because of their long the Jordanian Interfaith Coexis- history in the Middle East, said priests involved in promoting interfaith tence Research Center. understanding in Jordan. “I have always felt that East- ern Christians are a bridge. But extremism and militancy of the society, not just through ... As a bridge, it is a two-way gaining ascendency in the re- commerce, but through schools, bridge, not a one-way bridge. gion coupled with better eco- hospitals and numerous chari- This is what makes the Arab nomic opportunities abroad table organizations,” said Father Christian role very important have siphoned the Christian Bader, who directs the Catholic and very unique,” he told Catho- population from their ancestral Center for Studies and Media in lic News Service. home. Amman, Jordan’s capital. Christians are among the nu- Jordan is an overwhelming “Jordan is one of the few merous minority communities Sunni Muslim majority coun- countries in the region where that make up the region’s di- try. The number of Christians Christians can practice their verse religious landscape. They in Jordan is uncertain. The U.S. faith freely. This is something have faced discrimination, per- State Department’s 2012 Re- that we are proud of. This is also secution and even death mainly port on International Religious something that we try to nurture during times of conflict, past Freedom identifies between and protect,” said Mohammad and present. 1 and 2 percent of Jordan’s near- Momani, Jordan’s minister of In the aftermath of the Arab ly 7 million people as Christian. state for media affairs and com- Spring upheavals that saw long- “Jordan is a unique country. munications. time rulers toppled in Egypt and First, the constitution reserves The upcoming papal visit other countries and conflict roil- the rights of all citizens, regard- underlines the country’s values ing Syria, Father Haddad said less of religious differences. while highlighting the stabil- Christians must work with their Second, we have a good, mod- ity and security Jordan enjoys Muslim neighbors to create a erate leadership which consid- in midst of a volatile region, he “new culture of citizenship,” ers the whole society as one added. where each person is respected family,” said Father Rifat Bad- During a recent visit to Jordan and has equal rights under the er, spokesman for the Catholic Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan of rule of law. Church in Jordan. New York said strengthening “We need civil societies Jordan’s King Abdullah II and support of the Christian com- where there is equality of citi- senior members of the Hashem- munity is one way to stop Chris- zenship. This is very important. ite royal household have been tians from fleeing the region. This is the best Arab Spring that credited for undertaking initia- He pointed to the work of or- we can dream of,” he said. tives aimed at buttressing mod- ganizations such as the Catholic “We need to show our Mus- erate Islam and promoting reli- Near East Welfare Association, lim brothers and sisters that we gious tolerance. for which he serves as chairman are unique and that it is impor- “Christians are very com- of the board, as vital to ensuring tant for us to stay in the Middle mitted to their country and that the presence of Christians East,” he added. contribute greatly to the good remains in the region. The Observer | FRIDAY MAY 23, 2014 7

Nation / World ‘Black Mass’ Outcry Leads to News in Brief U.S. bishops, Iranian ayatollahs Cancellation, Impromtu Event hold dialogue on nuclear arms WASHINGTON (CNS)—Quietly, a small group of U.S. Catholic CAMBRIDGE, Mass. bishops and Iranian ayatollahs began in March what they intend (CNS)—A Harvard University to be an ongoing student group’s plan to conduct dialogue on nuclear a satanic ritual “black mass” weapons and the May 12 on campus brought a role of faith leaders public outcry, leading to its for- in influencing political mal cancellation and an appar- moves on the issue ently impromptu off-campus of Iran’s nuclear pro- version of the event, as well gram. The meetings as a well-attended alternative in Iran, hosted by the Catholic holy hour. Supreme Council of Seminary Teachers The planned event had drawn (CNS photo/courtesy Stephen M. Colecchi) wide criticism from religious of Qom, began with U.S. Cardinal Theodore E. McCarrick, retired basic discussions of leaders as well as students, archbishop of Washington, Bishop Richard areas of philosophical alumni and faculty at Harvard. E. Pates of Des Moines, Iowa, and Baltimore and theological com- As the organizers of the black Auxiliary Bishop Denis. J. Madden meet with monality between mass scrambled to find an off- (CNS photo/Gregory L. Tracy, Pilot) Seyyed Mahmoud (left). at in Qom, Iran, in Catholicism and Is- campus venue for their event, An estimated 2,000 people attend holy hour May 12 at St. Paul Church March. Stephen Colecchi (right), director of lam, and concluded an estimated 2,000 Catho- in Cambridge, Mass., in reaction to plans for a satanic ritual “black the U.S. bishops ‘ office of International Jus- mass” to be held in a pub on the Harvard University campus. with a commitment tice and Peace also attended. lics and others gathered at the to issue a joint state- nearby Massachusetts Institute tar, invited believers to joy and he said. ment, said the U.S. of Technology before a eucha- peace in union with God. Harvard University President bishop who led the delegation. The four-day session between ristic procession down Mas- “And that, my friends, is why Drew Faust had said earlier that three U.S. bishops and four prominent Muslim scholars and aya- sachusetts Avenue to join the we are here tonight praying, she would attend the holy hour tollahs began with contacts facilitated by two Iranian-American holy hour at St. Paul’s Catholic with trust and worship, in the “to join others in reaffirming doctoral students of John Steinbruner, a professor of public policy Church. at the University of Maryland and a consultant to the U.S. Con- Father Michael E. Drea, the presence of our risen savior un- our respect for the Catholic der the appearance of bread,” faith at Harvard and to demon- ference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on International Peace senior Catholic chaplain at and Justice. Committee chairman Bishop Richard E. Pates of Des Father Drea said. strate that the most powerful Harvard, thanked the partici- Moines, Iowa, told Catholic News Service May 13 that the trip was pants in the holy hour, saying A threat to the Eucharist in an response to offensive speech keeping with the emphasis by Pope Francis on dialogue being the light of Christ, represented act of sacrilege “demands our is not censorship, but reasoned “the key to discovering truth and avoiding misunderstanding.” He by an Easter candle on the al- prayerful and firm response,” discourse and robust dissent.” explained that Steinbruner had suggested such a dialogue to the committee. Once the bishops agreed, he and the students, along Pope Cuts Meetings with USCCB staff, spent a year making arrangements. The State Department and the Vatican were advised of the project, but it Due to Cold, Needs remained an independent activity. Rest Before Trip Wyoming diocese to appeal ruling VATICAN CITY (CNS)— denying injunction on HHS mandate Because he has a bit of a cold CASPER, Wyo. (CNS)—A federal judge in Casper May 13 denied and wants to rest up for his May a request from the Cheyenne Diocese and five other Catholic enti- 24-26 trip to the Holy Land, ties in the statewide diocese for an injunction against enforcement Pope Francis has postponed sev- of the federal Department of Health and Human Services contra- eral scheduled appointments. ceptive mandate for employers. U.S. District Court Judge Scott Jesuit Father Federico Lom- Skavdahl ruled in lawsuits filed Jan. 30. A hearing in the case took place earlier in May, with attorney David Raimer representing the bardi, the Vatican spokesman, Catholic groups and attorney Julie Saltman representing HHS and told reporters May 16 that be- other defendants, including the American Civil Liberties Union. (CNS photo/Paul Haring) cause he was not feeling well The Cheyenne Diocese said Skavdahl’s decision conflicted with Military personnel carry a cross in procession during a candlelight and his agenda included meet- vigil involving militaries from 36 nations at the Shrine of Our Lady federal court rulings in several other lawsuits brought against the ings that easily could be post- mandate by other Catholic dioceses and organizations. “Since the of Lourdes in southwestern France May 17. About 60 wounded U.S. poned, the pope decided to military personnel, together with family members and caregiv- challenged regulations take effect on July 1, 2014, and would force “consolidate his rest” and take ers, were a part of the annual International Military Pilgrimage to the plaintiffs to violate their deeply held Catholic beliefs or face Lourdes. the remainder of the day off. crippling fines and penalties for noncompliance, we will appeal this However he did keep a packed decision and seek relief from the appellate court,” the diocese said schedule of meetings. in a statement. Pope Setting Up Board A Pilgrimage to To Hear Abuse Appeals $2995 PP, Dbl. Occ. VATICAN CITY (CNS)— The Vatican did not provide Sicily and Rome From Chicago The Vatican indicated Pope further details about the com- with Monsignor Bill McDonnell Francis was establishing a mission, when it would be es- commission under the Congre- tablished or what the extent of October 2-10, 2014 gation for the Doctrine of the its mandate would be. It did not Monsignor Bill McDonnell Faith to examine the appeals mention what Archbishop Mol- For detailed brochure and information call 1-800-524-8338 of priests punished for sexual laghan’s position on the com- abuse of minors and other very mission would be. Our Price Includes: Full Sightseeing Schedule Including: u serious crimes. In indicating that the archbish- u Alitalia airlines flights from Chicago Palermo and the Monreale In a brief note May 19, the op has headed the Archdiocese u First Class hotels u The temples of Agrigento Vatican press office announced of Rosario “until now,” the an- u Daily Mass u Syracuse and magical Taormina the pope had nominated Argen- nouncement signaled that being u 13 meals: 7 breakfasts & 6 Dinners u Highlights of Christian Rome tine Archbishop Jose Luis Mol- part of the commission would be u Professional Italian Escort u Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel laghan of Rosario to be a mem- a full-time job in Rome. u Full-sightseeing and St. Peter’s Basilica ber of the congregation “in the AICA reported May 19 that u Plus Much More! u Papal Audience with Pope Francis commission being established the Vatican nuncio to Argen- to examine the appeals of cler- tina announced Archbishop For more information attend our Tour Preview Meeting gy for ‘delicta graviora,’” the Mollaghan’s appointment and Sunday, May 25, 2014 at 12:30 pm Sunday, May 25, 2014 at 2:30 pm Vatican term for sexual abuse said he would serve as apostol- ST. 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AURORA Summer camps: Registration is under way for summer camps in several sports, leadership, math and study skills at Marmion Academy, 1000 Butterfi eld Road. Cost: varies: Info: marmion.org/summer. Elsewhere

LACROSSE, WIS. Girls’ camping: WeHaKee Camp, 715 28th St. South. A ministry of the Sinsinawa Dominicans. Several camp sessions offered. Cost: varies. Info: 800/582-2267. May 31 CHICAGO “Late Night Catechism”: 5 p.m.; Royal George Theatre, 1641 N. Halsted. 4 p.m. preshow features Abbie Reese, author of “Dedicated to God: An Oral History of Cloistered (Photo provided) Nuns,” about the Poor Clares of Students, faculty, family and friends gathered for the dedication ceremony for the gazebo (right) built in memory of Patricia (Fahey) Schmelzle Rockford. Part of proceeds benefi t on May 9 at the courtyard of Aquin Central Catholic Junior-Senior High School in Freeport. Benedictine Sisters of Chicago, and Sisters of St. Joseph, TOSF, in Bartlett. Cost: $30 per person; group discounts Aquin Dedicates Courtyard Gazebo in Memory of Graduate available. Info: 312/988-9000. June 9-13 FREEPORT—On May 9, a courtyard gazebo at Aquin Cen- ni Chris Perry (2000), Lindsey (Schmelzle) Robb (2005), Aaron DUBUQUE, IOWA tral Catholic Junior-Senior High School, here, was blessed and Schmelzle (2009), Patrick Schmelzle (2012), Kayla Harn (2012) Retreat: Shalom Retreat Center, dedicated to the memory of 1951 graduate, Patricia (Fahey) 1001 Davis St. Topic: “ABIDE: and Rachel Harn (2015). Keeping Vigil with the Word of God.” Schmelzle. She died unexpectedly last summer and her family wanted to Director: Macrina Wiederkehr OSB. Her family built the gazebo to remember her. create a memorial at Aquin in her name. Chuck decided on a Register by May 30. Cost: $450 Father Mike Bolger, assistant principal, blessed the gazebo as overnight; $430 commuter. Info: gazebo for the students to use for outdoor lessons, prayer and her widower Chuck Schmelzle, her family and friends and the 563/582-3592; www.shalomretreats. Aquin High School student body and staff stood by prayerfully. rosary, or simply to gather in as family and friends. org/longer.html. Patricia was the mother of Aquin alumni Cindy (Schmelzle) He and his family, friends and community businesses contrib- June 16-18 Perry (1974), Bill Schmelzle (1976), Dave Schmelzle (1979), and uted to the construction, staining and completion of the gazebo FERDINAND, IND. Julie (Schmelzle) Harn (1983), and grandmother of Aquin alum- in a few short weeks. Girls’ camp: Lake Marian Camp, Sisters of St. Benedict, 802 E. 10th St. For girls in fi fth- through eighth- Sterling Deanery grade. 50-camper limit. Cost: $45. Info: Sister Michelle Sinkhorn, [email protected], 812/367- 1411, ext. 2830. June 19 CLINTON, IOWA “Not My Life”: 6:30 p.m.; The Canticle, 841 13th Avenue N. Part of Social Justice Film Festival sponsored by the Clinton Franciscans. Free. Info: www.clintonfranciscans.com. July 21-29 BARRINGTON Retreat: Bellarmine Jesuit Retreat House, 420 W. County Line Road. Register by June 15. Cost: $90 per night. Info: 847/381-1261,www. jesuitretreat.org

(Photo provided) Children in the religious education program at St. John the Baptist Parish in Savanna celebrated the end of the school year with the crowning of Save the Date the Blessed Mother, fi rst Communion and student recognition. June 9-13, 16-20 Living AURORA Basketball camps: Times vary; Stations in Marmion Academy, 1000 Butterfi eld Road. Camps for third- through Sterling 12th-graders. Director: Coach Ryan St. Mary Parish Paradise. Cost: $120 per session. staged live stations Info: www.marmion.org/sportscamps. of the cross on Good June 11 Friday in the streets GALENA of the community. Salad luncheon: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; St. Mary Parish, 400 Franklin St. 815.637.7000 | www.RiversideCommunity.com Salads, meats, pie, beverage; dine- in or carry-out. Cost: $7 adults;

(Photo provided) (Photo $3.50 children 11 and younger. Info: Blenda Wienen, 815/777-0770, Weekdays [email protected]. about Top o’ the Morning with Bishop Malloy 6:58 a.m. Live on WREX-TV, Channel 13 in Rockford. June 13 LOVES PARK Listen anytime to archived broadcasts at http://observer.rockforddiocese.org. Click on Bishop Malloy. on WREX-TV Spanish NFP seminar: 6:45-10 Programs brought to you by Savant Capital Management | Presence Cor Mariae Center and St. Anne Center | Fitzgerald Funeral Homes p.m.; St. Bridget Parish, 600 Clifford Diocesan Offi ce of Communications and Publications | The Observer | Offi ce of Stewardship, Diocese of Rockford Ave. Introduction to Church teaching on sexuality and natural family planning for engaged couples. Cost: Mondaysabout Catholic Forum with Bishop Malloy $45. Info: Diocesan Respect Life Live on WROK Radio, 1440 AM in Rockford and on the Web. For live streaming audio on the Web, go to Offi ce, 815/399-4300, ext. 381; www. 10:05 a.m. rockforddiocese.org/respectlife/nfp- http://observer.rockforddiocese.org, click on Bishop Malloy and then click on Catholic Forum. on WROK-AM seminars. The Observer | FRIDAY MAY 23, 2014 9

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June 15 HANOVER Statue dedication: St. John the Evangelist Parish, 103 Savanna Road. Info: 815/591-2258. June 16 DEKALB Wisconsin pilgrimage: 6:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; St. Mary Parish, 302 Fisk Ave. Travel to Our Lady of Good Help, New Franken, Wis.; lunch included. Cost: $60 per person. Info: 815/758- (Photo provided) 5432. Marian Central Catholic High School in Woodstock, recently recog- nized the 2013-14 annual fund appeal charipersons (from left) John Madison Knott (left), Shannon Kelly and Cara Walsh display a poster June 17-19 and Cathy Sharp ’82 Tinkham, Crystal Lake, and Peggy (Durkin) ‘82, and and collection boxes for a St. Thomas More Parish fundraiser for Hope ROCKFORD Michael Mocogni, McHenry. They gathered volunteers at the school in for Haitians. Health care camp: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; October to call for donations to help raise $120,000 for financial aid. St. Anthony College of Nursing, OSF Guilford Square, 698 Featherstone Elgin Parish Helps Haitians Road. Box lunches, snacks, t-shirts and introduction to health care ELGIN—St. Thomas More careers. Limited to 60 students, sixth- Parish, here, held a successful through eighth-grade. Cost: $75. Info: 815/395-5091, www.sacn.edu. Lent fundraiser to help Hope for Haitians. June 18 Both adult parishioners and WOODSTOCK students in St. Thomas More Golf outing: 9 a.m.; Crystal School and religious education Woods Golf Club, 5915 Illinois Rte. 47. Proceeds for Marian Central classes were involved. Catholic High School athletics. From adult parisihioners, the Shotgun-start golf, cart, lunch and 3 Hope for Haitians committee p.m. dinner. Cost: $125 per person; hoped to raise: $30 dinner only. Info: 815/338-4220, n $5,000 for 40 solar lanterns, ext. 125, [email protected]. n $14,000 for a cassava bak- June 19 ery, and BATAVIA n $5,000 for a cassava grind- Maher concert: 7 p.m.; Batavia Fine er. Arts Center, 1201 Main St. Sponsor: (Photo provided) Parishioners surpassed the Altar servers at St Joseph Church in Harvard model their new red, “spe- Holy Cross Parish. Featuring Matt $24,000 goal. Maher, Catholic musician and cial occasion” vestments at the Holy Saturday Mass. Servers are (front, The goal for students was songwriter. Info: 630/879-4750, from left) Wyatt Witherow, Aubrey Pollet, Peri Donaldson, (back) John www.holycross-batavia.org. to raise money to buy 10 Hai- Witherow, Haley Grimm, Madison Grimm and Joey Thuma. (Photo provided) LEE tian students a uniform, shoes, Bill Moylan and Pat Guzzeta dis- Salad, cards: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; St. books, lunch and tuition for one play a poster from a St. Thomas James Parish Center, 231 W. Kirke year. Cost for each student was Gate. Luncheon, card party, door More Parish Lent project to help $105. Pope Francis Friendship Village in prizes, raffles. Cost: $8 adults; With some help from adult $4 children 5-12; free children 4 Dumas, Haiti. and younger. Info: Kathy Spears, parishioners, the students far 815/824-2458, kandkspears@gmail. surpassed their goal. They (in photos) used in the project. com. raised enough to support more Committee members were than 40 Haitian students. Christa Yez, Mary Aydt, Tom June 20 Father Richard Rosinski, pas- Callahan, Pauline Creighton, ROCKFORD Chorale rehearsal: 7 p.m. (also tor, set an example by providing Pat and Art Guzzetta, Colleen June 27); Cathedral of St. Peter, both financial and pastoral sup- Ottens, Ann Richardson, Sue 1243 N. Church St. Rehearsals port. and Bill Moylan and Janeen for the diocesan priesthood Ann Richardson made posters Smith Jorgensen. ordination Mass, June 28, 11 a.m. Also 10 a.m. practice, June Rockford Deanery 28. SATB voices welcome. Info: [email protected] (Photo provided) In March, the St. Mary Parish high school youth ministry in Huntley Amando Amador, head June 20-21 maintenance man at Holy ROCKFORD assembled birthing kits for their sister parish in Haiti, St. Louis Roi de DCCW retreat: 2 p.m.; Bishop Lane France. They packed 500 kits to help moms deliver babies more safely. Family Parish in Rockford, Retreat Center, 7708 E. McGregor helps put up a banner for Road. Sponsor: Rockford Diocesan the Knights of Columbus Council of Catholic Women. Spiritual pancake breakfast that director: Msgr. Thomas Dzielak. was held May 18. Topic: “Mary, Our Mother.” Overnight retreat includes three meals. Register (Photo provided) by June 13. Mail checks payable to RDCCW to Pat Wightman, 7605 Kemman Road, Hebron, IL 60034. Cost: $77 individual; $62 double. Info: Pat Wightman, 815/648-2415, [email protected]. June 20-22 ROCKFORD World Wide Marriage Encounter Weekend: Bishop Lane Retreat Center, 7708 W. McGregor Road. Info: www.wwme.org. June 21 ROCKFORD Parish gala: 6 p.m.; Giovanni’s Restaurant, 610 N. Bell School Road. Sponsor: St. Anthony of Padua Parish and Holy Name Society. Social hour, dinner, (Photo provided) entertainment, live and silent (Photo provided) Father Edward Seisser, pastor of Holy Family Parish in Rockford, is sur- auctions (cash or check only). Info: St. Margaret Mary School preschoolers pose on a slide. The Algonquin rounded by Easter foods parishioners brought for him to bless. Bas- Carl Ambruoso, 815/218-4583; school hosted an open house for families interested in their preschool Doreen Addotta, 815/965-2761. kets were filled with hams, Polish sausage, bread, lamb cakes, dyed and kindergarten programs on May 20. eggs, homemade horse radish sauce and bottles of wine. 10 FRIDAY MAY 23, 2014 | The Observer

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June 21-22 Mon May 26 ROCKFORD Spanish Engaged Encounter: Memorial Day 8 a.m., St. Edward Parish, 3004 Diocesan Administration Center 11th St. Sponsor: Life and Family closed Evangelization Office. Cost: $150 Cemetery Masses per couple. Info: 815/399-4300. AURORA June 22-25 St. Joseph: 9 a.m.; St. Joseph ROCKFORD Cemetery, one block north of St. Therese camp and retreat: Indian Trail and Illinois Rte. 25 6 p.m. June 22-11 a.m. June 25; intersection. Rain location: St. Bishop Lane Retreat Center, 7708 E. Joseph Parish, 722 High St. Info: McGregor Road. For girls seventh- grade through college. Sponsor: 630/844-3780. Rockford Diocese Vocation Office. Mt. Olivet: 10 a.m.; Mt. Olivet Cost: $90. Info: Father Keith Romke Cemetery, 278 Ashland Ave. No or Dorothea Barger, 815/399-4300. Mass if raining. June 23-27 BYRON ELBURN St. Mary: 9 a.m.; St. Mary Vacation Bible school: 9 a.m.- Cemetery, one mile west of St. noon; St. Gall Church, 120 W. Mary Church (220 E. Second St.) Shannon St. For preschool through on Blackhawk Blvd. Rain site: St. fourth-graders. Theme: “Go Tell it Mary Church. on the Mountain.” Ice cream social, 6:30 p.m., June 27. Cost: $25 per ELGIN child. Info: awww.stgall.com, Faith Mt. Hope: 9 a.m.; Mt. Hope (Photo provided) Formation, Children tabs; Darlene Cemetery, 1001 Village St. No Deacon Tom Petit assists Father Howard Barch at the annual Memorial Day Mass at Byron’s St. Mary Cem- Biggs, [email protected]. Mass if raining. etery in 2013. Cemetery Masses are scheduled at various places in the diocese May 26. (See list at left.) June 24 GENEVA Church, 845 W. Main St. Exhibit: ROCKFORD Plan to submit dated news material two to three weeks Resurrection: 8 a.m.; “Eucharistic Miracles of the World.” Publicists: Women’s vocation fair: 2-5 p.m.; Resurrection Cemtery, 37W210 Info: www.therealpresence.org. before publication. Deadline is 10 days before publication. Bishop Lane Retreat Center, 7708 E. Fabyan Parkway. No Mass if McGregor Road. Representatives of raining. Info: Greg Farrell, 630/365-6030; women’s religious orders. Free. Info: Sat May 31 Mon June 2 www.stgall.com, parishoffice@ Father Keith Romke or Dorothea WINNEBAGO stgall.com. Barger, 815/399-4300. Calvary: 9 a.m.; Calvary AURORA AURORA June 28 Cemetery, 8616 W. State Road. Golf outing: Phillips Park Golf KC prayers: 2 p.m.; Holy Angels DIXON Rain or shine, under tent. Parish Chapel, 180 S. Russell Sat June 7 Course, 1001 Hills Ave. Sponsor: Marriage preparation: 10:30 a.m.- Celebrant: Bishop David Malloy. St. Joseph School and St. Joseph Ave. Divine Chaplet and rosary for 8:45 p.m.; St. Patrick Parish, 612 S. Parish Knights of Columbus. Steak armed services. ELBURN Highland Ave. Marriage preparation dinner and $2,500 draw-down SVdP golf outing: noon-6 p.m.; for engaged couples, including Wed May 28 raffle drawing at St. Joseph Parish Hughes Creek Golf Course, 1749 Church teaching on sexuality and Center after golf. Info: 630/844- Wed June 4 Spring Valley Dr. Sponsor: St. family planning. Sponsor: Diocesan Deadline for June 6 What’s Up 3781. Life and Family Evangelization (For events June 9-15) Gall Parish. Four-man scramble, Deadline for June 13 What’s Up Office. Cost: $150. Info: 815/399- Golf outing: 1:30 p.m. shotgun “Puttin’ for the Poor”; teams and (For events June 16-22) 4300, ext. 377; http://www. start; Orchard Valley Golf individuals welcome. Cost: $90 rockforddiocese.org/familylife/. Fri May 30 Course, 2411 W. Illinois Ave. Golf per golfer; $25 dinner only. Info: and dinner; t-shirts available. Fri June 6 630/365-6030, www.stgall.com July 7 ROCKFORD Proceeds for Annunciation BVM AURORA KC baseball trip: 2:45 p.m. School. Cost: $115 per golfer; BATAVIA LOVES PARK KC prayers: 2 p.m.; Holy Angels departure; Knights’ Club, 1429 $30 dinner only. Info: http://www. SVdP golf outing: Mill Creek Marriage preparation: 10:30 Parish Chapel, 180 S. Russell Ave. Myott Ave. Cubs vs. Brewers annunciationbvm.org/ (click on Golf Course; 39w525 Herrington a.m.-8:45 p.m.; St. Bridget Divine Chaplet and rosary for armed game, bus fare, tailgate party. Golf Outing 2014). Dr., Geneva. Proceeds for Holy Parish, 600 Clifford Ave. Marriage services. Mail checks payable to Rockford Cross Parish St. Vincent de preparation for engaged couples, Knights Club to Leo Murphy, 8757 Paul, Batavia. Golf, cart, lunch, including Church teaching on July 6-9 W. State St., Winnebago, IL 61088, Sun June 1 beverages, dinner, sand wedge, sexuality and family planning. ROCKFORD 6 p.m. July 6-11 or Knights of Columbus 470, P.O. contests, silent auction, raffles. Sponsor: Diocesan Life and Family Jeremiah Days: a.m. July 9; Bishop Lane Retreat Box 8131, Rockord, IL 61126- GALENA Cost: golf $150 per person; dinner Evangelization Office. Cost: $150. Center, 7708 E. McGregor Road. 8131. Cost: $65 per person. Info: Liver Lovers dinner: 5-7 p.m.; only $50 per person. Info: 630/406- Info: 815/399-4300, ext. 377; Galena Elks Lodge, 123 N Main Vocations camp for boys seventh- 815/289-6046, [email protected]; 0632, www.events.org/SVDS01. http://www.rockforddiocese.org/ ninth-grades. Cost: $90. Info: Father St. Liver and onions or chicken 815/263-7889. familylife/. Keith Romke or Dorothea Barger, breast dinner. RSVPs by May 28 ELBURN 815/399-4300. WEST DUNDEE appreciated; walk-ins welcome. Prayer vigil: 8-9 p.m.; St. Gall Vatican exhibit: 4-9 p.m. (also 8 Cost: $7. Info: Tom Staver, Parish, 120 W. Shannon St. Sun June 8 July 13 a.m.-7 p.m. May 31, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. 815/777-3452, tstaver@hotmail. Vespers inside and candlelight AURORA June 1); St. Catherine of Siena com. hymns with the guitar choir outside. Pentecost KC officer Installation: 11 a.m.; Holy Angels Parish, 180 S. Russell Aurora Deanery Elgin Deanery Ave. Mass followed by luncheon with installation. July 20-23 ROCKFORD First Call retreat: 6 p.m. July 20-11 a.m. July 23; Bishop Lane Retreat Center, 7708 E. McGregor Road. Vocations camp for young men 10th-grade through college. Cost: $90. Info: Father Keith Romke or Dorothea Barger, 815/399-4300. July 27-Aug 1 ELIZABETH Youth programs: 5:30-8:30 p.m. St. Mary Parish, 112 E. Washington St. For children of St. Mary Parish and St. John the Evanglist Parish in Hanover. Vacation Bible School for preschoolers through fifth- graders; leadership program for (Photo provided) (Photo provided) sixth- through ninth-graders. Family The Drama Club at Our Lady of Good Counsel presented the Lion King Students took part in the annual walkathon at St. Thomas More School dinners 5:30-6 p.m. Cost: $25 per April 11-13. in Elgin on May 2. They raised about $5,700 for the school. family. Info: 815/858-3422. The Observer | FRIDAY MAY 23, 2014 11 The Junior Observer Vol. 27, No. 9 Published by The Observer, Official Catholic Newspaper of the Diocese of Rockford [email protected] A Good News Story Philip Tells Jesus’ Story in Samaria Catholic News Service Simon shivered with fear and fter Stephen had been Q&A said, “Pray for me to the Lord that killed because of faith, nothing of what you have said may A all of the Christians in Why did many of come upon me.” Jerusalem were persecuted. Many the Christians go After that, Peter and John of them fled for their safety to to Samaria? preached to many Samaritan vil- the country areas of Judea and lages as they returned to Jerusa- Samaria. Only the Apostles re- What did Philip ask lem. mained in the city. the court official? As for Philip, an angel of the Philip went to Samaria and be- ‘May your money Lord visited him and said, “Get perish with you ...’ Read more in Acts 8. gan preaching about the Messiah (CNS)

(CNS) up and head south on the road there. The Lord also used him to that goes down from Jerusalem cast out unclean spirits and to heal were baptized. fered money to Peter and John to Gaza, the desert route.” many sick and disabled people. Even Simon was amazed by and said, “Give me this power too Philip immediately obeyed, The Samaritans received Philip the power of God in Philip, and so that anyone upon whom I lay and he met up with a court offi- with great joy. he too was baptized. my hands may receive the Holy cial of the queen of Ethiopia who Living in Samaria was a man The Apostles who had stayed Spirit.” was reading from the writings of named Simon who professed to be back in Jerusalem began to hear Peter was angered by Simon’s Isaiah. a magician with great skill. His reports of the successful ministry request. “May your money perish Philip asked him, “Do you un- feats of magic had impressed the of Philip, so they sent Peter and with you because you thought that derstand what you are reading?” people so much that they praised John to help him. When they ar- you could buy the gift of God with “How can I,” the man an- him and said his power was from rived they laid hands on the people money. ... Your heart is not upright swered, “unless someone in- God. But as the Samaritans saw of Samaria and prayed that they before God. Repent ... and pray structs me?” what Philip was doing in their would receive the Holy Spirit. to the Lord that, if possible, your Philip explained the passage to city, they became Christians and When Simon saw this, he of- intention may be forgiven.” him, and the man was baptized. Pope Francis Makes First Trip to Holy Land fter Stephen had been killed ed. Many of them fled for their safety to because of faith, all of the Chris- the country areas of Judea and Samaria. A tians in Jerusalem were persecut- Only the Apostles remained in the city. The official Pope Francis will visit the Holy Land logo for Pope this weekend. The trip will be his first Francis’ trip to as pope. the Holy Land shows SS. Peter He will be there May 24 through May and Andrew 26. He picked the dates to mark the 50th embracing. anniversary of Pope Paul VI’s visit to meet They are the Patriarch Athenagoras, who was the head of patrons of the Catholic the Eastern Orthodox Church at that time. and Orthodox The meeting, in 1964, was important Churches. because it began to heal a break between (Photo/) http://w2.vatican.va) the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox A painting of churches. Pope Francis at the Pon- Pope Francis will meet with the Ecu- tifical Council menical Patriarch Bartholomew of Con- for Promot- stantinople on May 25. (See graph on ing Christian page 6 to learn more about Patriarch Bar- Unity shows him holding tholomew.) an icon of Pope Francis will also offer a Mass for SS. Peter and Catholics in the Holy Land as part of his Andrew. The three-day visit. icon was given by Ecumeni- The pope picked a logo (top left) for cal Patriarch the trip. It shows St. Peter hugging St. An- Athenagoras drew. St. Peter is the patron of the Catholic of Constan- Church and St. Andrew is the patron of the tinople to Pope Paul VI Orthodox Church. Showing them hugging in 1964 and is a symbol of the affection the two Chris- now hangs in tian faiths have for each other. (CNS photo/Muss a Qawasma, Reuters the council’s In a painting of Pope Francis (bottom Vatican office. Workers hang a poster depicting Pope Francis on the Church of the left), he holds two icons of the same saints. Nativity in Bethlehem, West Bank, May 19. Pope Francis will visit Jordan, The icons were gifts to Pope Paul VI from the Palestinian territories and Israel during his May 24-26 trip, his first (CNS photo/Paul Haring) Patriarch Athenagoras. as pope to the region. 12 FRIDAY MAY 23, 2014 | The Observer

Jubilarians Priests of the Diocese Celebrate Anniversaries in 2014 rector of education 60 years (1968-1977) and pas- tor of SS. Peter & Paul, Rockford (1972-1979). Msgr. He was also personnel director of the diocese (1975-1982), and direc- Thomas (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson) tor of Priestly Life and Bishop David Malloy, center, gathered with priest jubilarians and other priests of the dio- Pastoral Ministry (1977- cese on May 6 to celebrate the years of service given by the jubilarians. C. Brady 1980). ish in Aurora. He then Born in Harvard, He served as rector of the Cathedral of St. 60 years became chaplain at Msgr. Thomas C. Brady Peter, Rockford (1979- St. Joseph Hospital in was ordained to the 1984); was Vicar for priesthood by Bishop Belvidere and spiri- Spiritual Formation Msgr. tual director at Boylan Raymond P. Hillinger (1982-1989); and direc- on May 27, 1954. Central Catholic High tor of Bishop Lane Re- School, Rockford He attended Harvard treat House (1984-1988). Everett (1961-1967). High School, Loras He served as Vicar Gen- College in Dubuque, Msgr. Brady eral from 1987-2012, J. Hiller He served as pastor St. Mary’s Seminary and was pastor of St. Pe- of several parishes: St. in Baltimore, Maryland, and additional ter Parish in South Beloit and Church of Born in McHenry, Mary, Oregon (1967- education at Notre Dame, Loyola and the Holy Spirit in Roscoe (1989-2004). Msgr. Everett J. Hill- 1969), St. Mary, Ster- Walden Universities. He began service as spiritual director er was ordained to the ling (1969-1973), St. He served as parochial vicar at St. for the permanent diaconate in 1987; as priesthood by Bishop Rita, Aurora (1973- James Church in Rockford, completed a diocesan consultor in 1995, as direc- Raymond P. Hillinger on 1985), St. Ann, War- graduate studies and began service at tor of Catholic Cemeteries in 1997, and May 27, 1954. ren, and St. Joseph, Marian Central Catholic High School He attended Sacred Msgr. Hiller was a member of the Diocesan Finance Apple River (1985- in Woodstock, first on the faculty and Council beginning in 2001. He retired Heart Academy in Ge- 2000). He also briefly was administrator later as superintendent. He served also in 2004, but served on the Bishop Lane neva and St. Mary’s Seminary in Balti- as administrator of St. Patrick Parish in Retreat Center board and as a Vicar more, Maryland, completing later stud- at St. Mary Parish in Tampico in 1970. Hartland (1960-1963). General after his retirement. ies at Loyola University in Chicago. He retired in 2000. He then served as superintendent at He received the papal honor of Proto- He began his service as parochial He received the papal honor of Prelate Boylan Central Catholic High School, notary Apostolic Supernumerary with vicar at St. Joseph Parish in Elgin, then of Honor with the title of Monsignor in Rockford (1963-1969) and became di- the title of Monsignor in 1994. served in that position at St. Joseph Par- 2011. 5x7.75 vocations office

Diocese of Rockford Day of Priestly Discernment A Chance For Young Men 16-35 To Pray, Listen, And Reflect. Schedule Includes Talks, Prayer, Lunch, Chances To Talk With Seminarians, And MASS WITH BISHOP MALLOY Saturday, June 21st From 10:00-3:00 At St. Bridget Parish in Loves Park E-Mail Fr. Romke at: [email protected] to sign up! The Observer | FRIDAY MAY 23, 2014 13

Jubilarians 60 years Please come and celebrate with us Msgr. Philip at our Diocesan Catholic Cemeteries O’Neil on Memorial Day, 2014 Born in Harvard, Msgr. (Monday, May 26th) Philip O’Neil was ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Ray- Mass will be celebrated at the following times mond P. Hillinger on May 27, 1954. in the following cemeteries. He attended Harvard Com- munity High School, Loras College in Dubuque, and St. RESURRECTION CEMETERY — 8 AM CALVARY CEMETERY — 9AM Mary’s Seminary in Balti- 37W210 Fabyan Parkway 8616 W. State Road more, Maryland. Geneva, IL Winnebago, IL He served as parochial vicar Msgr. O’Neil at St. Peter Parish, Rockford; Elgin (1969-1983) and at Sa- St. Anne, Dixon; St. Flannen, MOUNT HOPE CEMETERY — 9 AM MOUNT OLIVET CEMETERY — 10 AM cred Heart Parish in Marengo Harmon; St. Mary, Sterling; 1001 Villa Street 278 Ashland Avenue (1983-2003). He was dean of and St. Mary, DeKalb. He Elgin, IL Aurora, IL served as pastor of St. Mary the McHenry Deanery from Parish in Polo and as chaplain 1994-2003. He retired in 2003. at the Dixon State School from He received the papal honor All Masses will be celebrated outdoors. 1966-1969. He served as pas- of Prelate of Honor with the tor at St. Laurence Parish in title of monsignor in 1996. Calvary Cemetery Mass will be celebrated under a tent – rain or shine. “There is a beauty in the young priest ... Resurrection Cemetery, Mt. Hope Cemetery and yet there’s something about middle age ... and Mt. Olivet Cemetery Masses and then there is the magnifi cence of our older will be CANCELLED if it is raining. priests.” Call the cemetery # for up to date information. Pray for sunshine, and come join us! — Bishop David Malloy, Jubilarian Mass homily 2014

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Jubilarians Priests of the Diocese Celebrate 50 Years of Service ... Msgr. P. William He served first as a paro- Father Leonardo chial vicar at St. Edward Par- McDonnell ish in Rockford, at St. Mary, V. Maldonado DeKalb, and at Christ the Born in Sterling, Msgr. P. Teacher Parish and Newman Born in Alausi, Chimborazo, William McDonnell was or- Center, DeKalb. Ecuador, Father Leonardo V. dained to the priesthood by He served as pastor of St. Maldonado was ordained to the Bishop Francis Reh at St. Pe- priesthood by Msgr. Leonidas Margaret Mary Parish, Algon- ter Basilica in Rome, Italy, on Proano on July 1, 1964. quin (1979-1991). Dec. 16, 1964. He attended St. Luis High He attended Newman Cen- He was an assistant profes- School in Riobamba, San Jose tral Catholic High School in sor of pastoral theology and College in Quito, and Central Sterling, St. Charles College associate director of field edu- University in Riobamba, all in in Catonsville, Maryland, St. cation at St. Mary’s Seminary, Equador. Mary’s Seminary in Balti- Baltimore (1991-1992). He began service in the Dio- more, Maryland, North Amer- He became pastor of St. cese of Rockford as coordinator Father Maldonado ican College and Gregorian Thomas Aquinas Parish in for Hispanics (2000-2003), and Joseph Parish in Elgin (2003- University in Rome. Freeport (1992-2013) and dean Msgr. McDonnell served as assistant spiritual di- 2013). He took additional studies in of the Freeport Deanery (1996- rector for the Rockford Cursillo Father Maldonado was incar- education at Northern Illinois 2013). He retired in 2013. of Prelate of Honor with the Movement (2002-2013). He also dinated into the Rockford Dio- University in DeKalb. He received the papal honor title of monsignor in 2000. served as parochial vicar at St. cese in 2002. He retired in 2013. “In the midst of a turbulent, often chaotic life we are called to reach out, with courageous honesty to our innermost self, with relentless care to our fellow human beings and with increasing prayer to our God.” — Henri J. Nouwen And 40 Years of Service ... Msgr. Thomas Francis Seminary in Milwaukee. director (1982-1983), then as di- (1999-2000). He began service as He was parochial vicar at Holy rector for several months in 1983. a diocesan consultor in 2000. E. Bales Angels Parish in Aurora for a While parochial vicar at Holy He returned to Holy Family, couple of months before become Family Parish, Rockford, he was Rockford, as its pastor (2001- Born in Dixon, Msgr. Thom- campus minister at Aurora Col- also priest consultant for Fam- 2010), then began as pastor at St. as E. Bales was ordained to the lege (1974-1975). He then served ily Life (1983-1986). He served Patrick, Amboy, and St. Flannen, priesthood by Bishop Arthur J. as chaplain at Rosary High as pastor of St. Joseph in Lena Harmon, and St. Mary, Walton. O’Neill on June 1, 1974. School in Aurora (1975-1979) be- (1986-1987), then at St. Mary, He also was pastor of St. Patrick He attended Dixon High fore becoming parochial vicar for Sterling (1987-2001), serving also in Maytown from 2010-2011. School, St. Ambrose University St. Patrick Parish in St. Charles. as dean of the Sterling Deanery He received the papal honor of in Davenport, Iowa, Illinois State He served at the Diocesan Fam- from 1998-2001, and as admin- Prelate of Honor with the title of University in Normal, and St. ily Life Office first as associate istrator of St. Mary, Tampico monsignor in 1998. Msgr. Bales Father Raymond University, Chicago, there, and as di- Father Joel sor and author for and Catholic Theo- rector for the the Encyclopedia Diesbourg logical Union in MSC theology Rippinger of Monasticism Chicago. After ordi- students. In 1988, (1997-2000); writer Born in Windsor, Ontario, nation, he continued he was transferred Father Joel Rip- of homily reflec- Canada, Father Raymond Dies- pinger is from Aurora post-graduate studies to the MSC Pro- tions for Markings bourg took first vows as a Mis- and a member of the at the Academy of St. vincial headquar- (1997-2001); board sionary of the Sacred Heart Alphonse in Rome, Benedictines. He en- ters in Aurora and member of Monas- (MSC) in 1967. He was or- Italy. tered Marmion Abbey dained to the priesthood on June He taught Moral served in various there in 1968 and was tic Interreligious 8, 1974. Theology at Catholic positions over ordained to the priest- Dialogue (2003- He attended Sacred Heart Theological Union the next 17 years: hood in 1974. 2008); has given Mission Seminary in Geneva, (1978-1988) as well Father Diesbourg communications He studied at St. Father Rippinger retreats to religious DeSales University in Allen- as serving as regis- director, develop- Procopius College, and lay communi- town, Pennsylvania, DePaul trar and director of admissions ment director, mission co-op Lisle; the University of Notre ties since 1978; and has served as director, treasurer and local su- Dame in Indiana; at Bellarmine a visitator for the Swiss-American perior. He also provided clergy School of Theology, Chicago; Pon- Congregation since 1994. assistance to numerous parishes tifical Universities of St. Anselm He is the author of The Benedic- in the Rockford and Joliet dio- and the Gregorian in Rome. tine Order in the United States: God Bless You ceses, and preached a variety His service includes: chairman/ An Interpretive History and many faculty member of the Monastic of retreats at Bishop Lane Re- other articles on monastic history Institute of the Swiss-American treat House in Rockford. He Congregation (1976-1982); fac- and spirituality. Msgr. Arquimedes also served on many Aurora- ulty member of the American At Marmion Abbey, Father area boards, including Kiwanis, Benedictine Juniorate Summer Rippinger has served as Direc- Crime Stoppers, Life’s Heal- School (1986, 2003, 2008); board tor of Oblates (1983-1987 and Vallejo ing Journey, MSC boards, and member and book reviewer for the 2007-present); vocation direc- also 10 years on the Board of American Benedictine Review tor (1991-1995) and formation Trustees at Catholic Theologi- (since 1978); board member of the director (1991-2005); archivist on the occasion of cal Union. He also was execu- American Benedictine Academy (1992-present); faculty/staff tive director of The Compassion (1986-1988 and 1990-1992) as chaplain of Marmion Academy Foundation (1992-2004). vice-president (1992-1994) and (2003-present). He served as for- 25 years of faithful service to From 2005-2011, Father Dies- president (1994-1996); member mation director at the Priory of bourg was pastor of St. John of the American Catholic Histori- San Jose and instructor at minor the Baptist Parish in Ottsville, cal Association; editorial board and major seminaires of Solola, the priesthood. of Berry Publishing and Vision Pennsylvania. He has served as Guatemala (1987-1989). Magazine (1992-1995); advisory an advisor to MSC provincials, board of the Review for Religious He received the Distinguished The Parishioners of Sacred Heart Parish, Aurora and he was elected Provincial (1994-2000); taught summer Graduate Award from the Nation- Superior of the USA Missionar- school at St. Meinrad School of al Catholic Educational Associa- The Staff of the Apostolate for Hispanic Ministries ies of the Sacred Heart in 2009. Theology, Indiana (1995, 1999- tion (1998) and the Outstanding He returned to MSC head- 2000) and at St. John’s School Educator Award by the Univer- The Staff of the Diocesan Tribunal Office quarters in Aurora in 2011 and of Theology, Minnesota (1998, sity of Notre Dame Alumni As- serves as Provincial Superior. 2013); served as a project advi- sociation (1998). The Observer | FRIDAY MAY 23, 2014 15

Jubilarians Priests of the Diocese Celebrate 25th Anniversaries Msgr. Stephen J. Knox the Lake Seminary in Mundelein. He became pastor of St. Mary Parish National Advisory He served first as parochial vicar at in Huntley in 2004, serving there to the Council, as a dioce- Born in Woodstock, Msgr. Stephen SS. Peter and Paul Parish in Cary. Af- present. san consultor, on the J. Knox was ordained to the priesthood ter graduate studies he served as paro- He will become pastor of St. Patrick Diocesan Finance by Bishop Arthur J. O’Neill on June 3, chial vicar at St. John Neumann Parish Parish in St. Charles and Dean of the Council, and as dean in St. Charles and continued studies Elgin Deanery on July 1. of the McHenry 1989. part-time (1992-1995). Msgr. Knox has also served on the Deanery. He attended McHenry High School, He became pastor of Christ the Diocesan Vocations Commission, as He was honored as Rock Valley College in Rockford, Teacher Parish in DeKalb and direc- a Knights of Columbus chaplain, as a a Chaplain to His Ho- McHenry College, Northern Illinois tor of campus ministry at the Newman Region VII priest representative to the liness with the title of University in DeKalb, and St. Mary of Center there (1995-2004). U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops monsignor in 2011. Msgr. Knox Father Daniel ish, Erie and Father Andrew years, then was a parochial vicar turned to Chi- as assistant at a parish in Bytom, Poland. cago to serve Peters principal and Lewandowski In 1992, he transferred to the as a parochial spiritual di- USA Province of the Resurrec- vicar at St. Born in Aurora, Father Dan- rector at New- Born near the town of Gdan- tionists and studied English in Hyacinth and iel Peters was ordained to the man Cen- sk, Poland, Father Andrew Le- California. He then served as a St. Stanislaus priesthood by Bishop Arthur J. tral Catholic wandowski joined the Congre- parochial vicar at St. Hyacinth parishes. O’Neill on June 3, 1989. High School gation of the Resurrection and Church in Chicago for seven He became He attended Roncalli and in Sterling was ordained to the priesthood years, then at a parish in Pana- pastor of St. Father Peters Aurora Central Catholic high (1995-1998). in 1989 in Krakow, Poland. ma City, Florida. He was pastor Joseph Parish schools, Waubonsee Commu- He then be- He first served as vice rector at of a Fontana, California parish in Richmond Father nity College, Northern Illinois came pastor of those two par- a seminary high school for two for over three years, then re- in 2011. Lewandowski University, and Assumption ishes (1998-2003). He then Seminary in San Antonio, Texas. served as pastor at St. Joseph Father Peters served first as a Parish, Harvard (2003-2007). Msgr. Arquimedes bunal and assisted at St. Therese tor of Sacred parochial vicar at St. Mary Par- He served as parochial vicar Parish in Aurora (2000-2002). Heart Parish, ish, Sterling, then at SS. Peter at St. Bernadette Parish, Rock- Vallejo He became chairman of the Aurora (2009- & Paul, Cary, and then at Holy ford (2007-2009). Since 2009, Bishop’s Advisory Committee 2012) and be- Cross, Batavia. Father Peters has been provid- Born in Somondoco-Boyaca- for Hispanics (2002-present), came pastor He served as administrator ing priestly assistance at nu- Columbia, Msgr. Arquimedes bishop’s delegate for Hispanic for St. Catherine Parish, Proph- merous parishes and schools as Vallejo was ordained to the Ministry (2002-2003); and epis- there in 2012. etstown, and St. Ambrose Par- his health allows. priesthood by Bishop Alvaro copal vicar for Hispanic Min- Since 2013, Ortiz on Dec. 2, 1989. istry (2003-present). He served he has also Msgr. Vallejo Father Paul White DeKalb. He He attended College Jose on the Liturgical Commission served as dean then served as B. Perilla, Seminary of Tunja, (2007-2012) and was reappoint- of the Aurora Born in Elgin, Father Paul parochial vic- both in Columbia. He then ed Promotor of Justice in the Di- Deanery. He was incardinated White was ordained to the ar at St. Pat- ocesan Tribunal in 2012. studied at Gregorian University into the Diocese of Rockford in priesthood by Bishop Arthur J. rick Parish, in Rome, including for a Spe- He was administrator at St. O’Neill on June 3, 1989. St. Charles, cialization Jurisprudence. Nicholas Parish, Aurora (2005- 2002. He was honored with the He studied at St. Edward and returned In the Diocese of Rockford, 2006), then became Vice Offici- papal honor of Chaplain of His Central Catholic High School, to teach at St. Msgr. Arquimedes served first alis at the Diocesan Tribunal in Holiness with the title of monsi- Edward high Elgin, at Northern Illinois Uni- Father White as a judge for the Diocesan Tri- 2006. He served as administra- gnor in 2005. versity, DeKalb, and at St. Mary school. of the Lake Seminary in Mun- He became pastor of Sacred delein. Heart Parish in Sterling (1997- He began service as a paro- 2007) and assistant principal We give you thanks, O God. chial vicar at St. Margaret Mary at Newman Central Catholic Parish, Algonquin, and taught High School in Sterling (1998- at St. Edward Central Catholic 2007). He served as pastor of St. Your love is everlasting. High School. He then became Joseph, Harvard (2007-2012), Psalm 118 parochial vicar at Christ the then began service as pastor Teacher Parish in DeKalb and of Church of Holy Apostles in assisted also at St. Mary Parish, McHenry.

Many Blessings Congratulations to to all our priests Father Paul White on the and religious sisters CeleBration oF his 25th anniversary who celebrate their to the Priesthood jubilees this year. From: the staff and parishioners of the parish community of The Church of Holy Apostles, Msgr. Daniel Deutsch McHenry Office of Clergy & Religious The Church of Holy Apostles 16 FRIDAY MAY 23, 2014 | The Observer

Jubilarians Religious Sisters of the Diocese Celebrate Jubilees Celebrating 70 years... Celebrating 60 years...

Sister Clara Blozis Sister Marie Cagnoni Sinsinawa Dominicans, Sinsinawa, Wisconsin Sinsinawa Dominicans, Sinsinawa, Wisconsin Sister Clara Blozis’ religious name was Sister Mary Ona. Her home parish is St. James, Rockford; she is the daughter of the Sister Marie Cagnoni’s re- ligious name was Sister Ber- late John and Anna (Steponaitis) Blozis. trandine. Her home parish is Her ministry has been dedicated to teaching and administra- St. James, Rockford; she is the tion, including in the Archdioceses of St. Paul and Minneapolis, daughter of the late Celso and Milwaukee, Chicago, Dubuque, and the Diocese of Madison. Erminia (Eruli) Cagnoni. In the Diocese of Rockford, Sister Clara ministered at Boylan Sister Marie’s ministry has Central Catholic High School, Rockford, as guidance counselor, been dedicated to teaching. She 1984-2000, and as Guidance Department assistant, 2000-2007. has served in the Archdioceses Sister Clara now is living in community at the Motherhouse, of Chicago, St. Paul and Min- Sinsinawa. neapolis and Milwaukee; and in the Dioceses of Peoria and Sister Clara Blozis Madison. Sister Dorothy Burns Sister Marie now is living in community at the Mother- Sisters of Mercy of the Americas Sister Marie Cagnoni house, Sinsinawa. Sister Dorothy began her service in primary education, then went into administrative work, which led to her being president and CEO at Mercy Medical Center in Aurora form 1990-1996. She also contributed through the years to many councils and boards. Her education included degrees in education, in finance, in fi- nancial management for religious communities and in hospital ex- ecutive development. She is now retired and resides at McAuley Convent. “By being a Sister of Mercy,” she says, “my life far exceeded any expectations I had in 1954 when I entered. Through the years, I continued my education at various universities. I have had nu- merous opportunities to grow, contribute and to appreciate.” Sister Dorothy Burns

“Accustom yourself Sister Mary Brendan continually to make Gibbons many acts of love, Dominican Sisters of Springfield (Observer file photo) for they enkindle and melt the soul.” Sister Mary Brendan’s main “So many of us owe the sisters a debt of ministry has been teaching pri- — St. Teresa of Avila gratitude for their formation in our earliest mary grade students. years of faith. We pray for more young women She holds a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and a master’s of to take up the call to religious life and to “Never see a need education degree. commit themselves to the Church’s faith with a without trying to do She currently serves at St. life of poverty, chastity and obedience.” something about it.” Peter School in Aurora. Sister Mary Brendan Gibbons — Bishop David Malloy — St. Mary Mackillop Pray for vocations.

The Parishioners of St. Mary Parish, Huntley St. Joseph Church, Richmond congratulates our pastor Congratulate rev. Msgr.stephen J. Knox all of the on the occasion of his 25th anniversary of ordination to the 2014 Jubilarians Rev. Andrew Lewandowski, CR of the Diocese of Rockford priesthood “We always give thanks to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus and especially our pastor Christ, when we pray for you, for we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and the love that rev. andrew lewandowski, Cr you have for all the holy ones…” Rev. MsgR. Col 1: 3-4 stephen Knox The Observer | FRIDAY MAY 23, 2014 17

Jubilarians Celebrating 60 years ... Celebrating 50 years ...

Sister Martha Wiegand Sister Carol Mecko Sinsinawa Dominicans, Sisters of St. Francis of Sinsinawa, Wisconsin Mary Immaculate, Joliet Sister Martha Wiegand’s religious name was Sister Carol Mecko is one of three children Sister Dominic Savio. Her home parish is St. born to the late Mary and George Mecko of Chicago and Johnsburg/McHenry. Joseph, Freeport; she is the daughter of the late She attended St. Stanislaus Kostka Par- Aloysius “Ollie” and Faye (Walden) Wiegand. ish Grade School in Chicago and St. Francis Her ministry has been dedicated to pasto- Academy (now Joliet Catholic Academy) in ral ministry and leadership. She has served in Joliet. After entering the Sisters of St. Francis Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa and Washington. in Joliet, she obtained a bachelor’s and a mas- She now lives in community in Minneapolis, ter’s degree in education from Loyola Univer- sity in Chicago. Minnesota. Sister Martha Wiegand From 1965-1991 she served in elementary grade schools as a teacher or principal includ- Celebrating 50 years ... ing at some predominantly Spanish-speaking Sister Carol Mecko parishes. In 1973, she returned to her home Sister Karen Marie Kvidera parish, St. John the Baptist in Johnsburg, as fifth grade teacher, and later became Dominican Sisters of Springfield principal at Sacred Heart School, Aurora, and then St. Joseph in Elgin. Sister Karen Marie Kvidera met the Domini- From 1991-2005, Sister Carol began work in Wholistic Growth Services, part can Sisters at SS. Peter and Paul School and at of a team at Wholistic Growth Resources/The Spiritual Center in Little Falls, Sacred Heart Academy, and her cousin was a Minnesota, where she also served as a body therapist and teacher of earth and Dominican sister. Her home parish: SS. Peter body spirituality. She remained in this ministry until 2005 when she became an & Paul Parish, Cary. Early Head Start Home Visitor with predominantly Spanish speaking families in She earned a bachelor’s degree at St. Joseph Minnesota. College in Rensselaer, Indiana; and master’s Sister Carol especially enjoys the outdoors, loves to do walking and skiing degrees at the University of Illinois in Cham- meditation in all the seasons and introducing parents and their children to the paign-Urbana and Loyola University in New beauty and sacredness of the outdoors. Orleans. Sister Karen Marie has served in education, Sister Alice Myslinki including significant assignments as pioneer Sisters of St. Joseph, Third administrator for the LaSalle Catholic Con- Order of St. Francis solidated Schools, and as the last Dominican Sister Karen Marie Kvidera Administrator for the Cathedral of Our Lady Sister Alice Myslinki has served as a teach- of the Holy Rosary School in Duluth, Minnesota. She served also in the Peoria, er, in school administration, in parish min- Springfield and LaCrosse Dioceses and the Archdiocese of Chicago. istry and retirement ministry. She earned a In the Diocese of Rockford, she served as a religion teacher at Rosary High bachelor’s degree in education, and a master’s School, Aurora, from 1986-1997. She currently serves as a theology teacher and as- in school administration. sistant director of leadership program at Marian Catholic High School in Chicago Currently she serves at Clare Oaks Senior Heights. Living Community and attends St. John Neu- “The most satisfying aspect of my vocation,” she says, “is having the education, mann Parish in St. Charles. training and contemplative freedom to develop and enjoy my spiritual life. Also “The process of change has been prominent I receive great joy from teaching, knowing that I brought my … students a little throughout my congregational life, in church closer to Christ and His Church. and in society,” she says, calling it “challeng- “I would advise anyone considering a vocation to consecrated life to look into it as ing and rewarding” and “for this I am grate- it is a beautiful and fulfilling way to love and be loved. Consider what you have to ful.” Sister Alice Myslinki offer God and really explore the possibility that God is calling you to serve Him as She expresses gratitude also for her experi- a religious.” ences working in schools, which “not only called me to meet the needs of oth- ers, but allowed me to share personal relationships with so many.” Her current service as concierge at Clare Oaks gives her the chance to assist others and be “I would advise anyone considering a vocation to “mentored by so many who have experienced joys and struggles in life. consecrated life to look into it as it is a beautiful and “I hold in my mind and hearts … Jesus’ word, ‘Be not afraid,’ I go before you,” she adds. “For this I am grateful.” fulfilling way to love and be loved. Consider what you have to offer God and really explore the possibility that God is Sister Carol Stevens calling you to serve Him as a religious.” School Sisters of St. Francis Sister Carol Stevens studied liturgical mu- sic and music education. — Sister Karen Marie Kvidera, celebrating 50 years as a Springfield Dominican She has served for 45 years in the Diocese Sister Marie Lucek of Rockford, at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish in Aurora, and presently at St. John the Sinsinawa Dominicans, Baptist Parish in Somonauk. Sinsinawa, Wisconsin “How do 50 years pass so quickly?!” she says. “I saw a plaque in a store recently that Sister Marie Lucek’s religious name was said: ‘Mirror, mirror on the wall, what the Sister Doris. Her home parish is St. Patrick, heck happened?’ – my thoughts precisely! Rockford, and she is the daughter of the late “At this stage, I’m grateful for the ability to Walter and Magdalen (Kazunas) Lucek. Her continue to live a full and fulfilling work-life ministry has been dedicated to teaching, ad- and am thankful for the energy and health ministration and pastoral ministry. that I have been blessed with. It has been, and Sister Carol Stevens She served in Illinois, New York, Wiscon- continues to be, a blessing and a joy to work with children and adults to draw out their musical gifts and give them another sin, the District of Columbia. Sister Marie has means to express themselves. I do believe that music enhances our worship and ministered as pastoral associate at Cathedral therefore our faith. I know that mine continues to grow because of it. of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Ju- “God is good, religious life is alive and well, and I am grateful for these quick- neau, since 2006. Sister Marie Lucek ly-passing 50 years and look forward to the future.”

“Let nothing disturb thee; let nothing dismay thee; all thing pass; God never changes. Patience attains all that it strives for. He who has God finds he lacks nothing: God alone suffices.” — St. Teresa of Avila 18 FRIDAY MAY 23, 2014 | The Observer

Jubilarians Celebrating 50 years ... Sisters who Served the Diocese Sister Mary Bernadette of the Immaculate Conception In the Past Celebrate Jubilees Poor Clare Colettine Nuns, Corpus Christi Sinsinawa Dominicans Monastery, Rockford To honor these Dominican Sister Ruth Mary taught at St. Anna Maria taught at St. Mary, Sister Mary Bernadette To- jubilarians, go to the Sinsinawa Mary, Dixon, 1969-1973, and Freeport, 1965-1966. She now maszewski’s family moved Dominicans’ website at www. served as religious education is living in community at St. from Chicago to Crystal Lake sinsinawa.org/jubilarians. coordinator at St. Patrick Par- Dominic Villa, Sinsinawa. when she was in second grade. ish, Dixon, 1973-1976. She is “The joyful, dedicated lives” 60 years currently living in community Sister Janette Wicker of Dominican sisters one block at St. Dominic Villa, Sinsinawa. SINSINAWA, Wis.—Sis- away, she says, “germinated Sister Juliana Amenda ter Janette the seed of a religious vocation SINSINAWA, Wis.—Sis- Sister Catherine Wicker’s re- Sister Mary Bernadette of the that God planted in my soul.” Immaculate Conception ter Juliana Houtakker ligious name Later attending Sacred Heart A m e n d a ’ s SINSINAWA, Wis.—Sister was Sister Academy in Springfi eld, she home par- Catherine Houtakker’s reli- Juditha. Her says, “it was (the Dominican sisters’) prayers and guidance that ish is Holy gious name was Sister Cath- home parish obtained for me the immense grace of knowing God’s plan for Rosary, Dar- erine Genoa. is All Saints, me. I want to express my debt of gratitude to them, and the self- lington, Wis- Her home parish is St. Pat- D e n m a r k , less love and faith of my widowed mother who, with her blessing, consin. Her rick, Benton, in the Green permitted me to enter the cloister right after high school in 1961.” ministry has Wisconsin. Bay Diocese. She calls also for God’s blessing on all who assisted her journey Sister Janette been dedicat- Her minis- Her ministry and who now support the Poor Clares’ way of life. Wicker ed to physical try has been has been ded- “As cloistered nuns,” she says, “we have the privilege of serving Sister Juliana therapy. She dedicated to icated to educational adminis- the Rockford Diocese and the whole Church and the world, in the Amenda has served teaching, re- tration and library science. She hidden apostolate of prayer and sacrifi ce.” in the Archdioceses of: Chi- ligious edu- mostly served in the Diocese cago, St. Paul and Minneapo- cation, peace of Green Bay. In the Diocese Celebrating lis, Dubuque and Milwaukee, and justice, of Rockford, Sister Janette and in the Dioceses of Madison and health was co-principal and liturgist and Rockford. In the Diocese Sister Catherine 25 years ... services. She Houtakker at Nativity of the Blessed Vir- of Rockford, Sister Juliana has served in gin Mary School and Parish, Sister Marie Christine of taught at St. Thomas Aquinas, the Archdioceses of Chicago Menominee, 1989-1999. She His Merciful Providence Freeport, 1962-1963. She now and Dubuque, and in the Dio- is currently ministering as the Poor Clare Colettine is living in community at St. ceses of Green Bay, Madison librarian at the motherhouse, Dominic Villa, Sinsinawa. Nuns, Corpus Christi and Rockford. She has also Sinsinawa. Monastery, Rockford Sister Ruth Mary served in Minnesota, Mary- land and Florida. In the Dio- 50 years Sister Marie Christine Coleman cese of Rockford, Sister Cath- Sister Marie Stella Schwenkler celebrates 25 years SINSINAWA, Wis.—Sis- erine taught elementary school Storch of profession as a Poor Clares Sister Marie Christine of His ter Ruth Mary’s home parish and religious education at St. nun this year. Merciful Providence SINSINA- is St. Luke, River Forest. Her Mary School and Parish, East ministry has been dedicated to WA, Wis.— Dubuque, 1984-1986. She now teaching and Sister Marie “In the consecrated life, Christ’s faithful, religious edu- is living in community at the Stella Storch’s motherhouse, Sinsinawa. moved by the Holy Spirit, propose to follow cation. She home par- has served in Sister Anna Maria ish is Blessed Christ more nearly ...” the Dioceses Sacrament, of: Sioux Knothe Madison, in — Catechism of the Catholic Church Falls, Peo- SINSINAWA, Wis.—Sister the Madison ria, Camden, Anna Maria Knothe’s home Diocese. Her Mobile, Ven- parish is in the La Crosse Di- ministry has Sister Marie Stella Storch “By being a Sister ..., my life far exceeded any ice, and the ocese. Her been dedi- Sister Ruth ministry has Archdioceses Mary Coleman cated to teaching, educational expectations I had in 1954 when I entered.” of Santa Fe, been dedicat- administration, congregation ed to teach- leadership and social justice. — Sister Dorothy Burns, Sisters of Mercy of the Americas Milwaukee and Miami. In the Diocese of Rockford, ing. She has She has served in the Archdio- served in the cese of Milwaukee and in the Archdioceses Dioceses of Green Bay, Madi- of: Milwau- son and Rockford. In the Dio- kee, St. Paul cese of Rockford, Sister Stella Dominican Sisters and Minne- served as principal at St. James, apolis; and in Sister Anna Rockford, 1980-1984. She has of Springfield, Illinois the Dioceses Maria Knothe ministered as the coordinator of of Madison, justice, peace, and ecology for To Our Sisters, Green Bay and Rockford. In the Sisters of St. Agnes, Fond the Diocese of Rockford, Sister du Lac, since 2001. Arlene Chole, OP, “Yes, I love the cross, the cross alone. Anita Cleary, OP, and I love it because I alwasy see it behind Jesus’ shoulders.” Karen Marie Kvidera, OP — St. Padre Pio

With heartfelt joy, we wish you many blessings “Let no soul, even the most miserable, fall prey on your Jubilee. Congratulations! to doubt; for, as long as one is alive, each one can become a great saint, so great is the power of God’s grace. It remains only for us not to oppose God’s actions.” — St. Faustina The Observer | FRIDAY MAY 23, 2014 19

Jubilarians Sisters who Served the Diocese In the Past Celebrate Jubilees Sisters of the Third Springfield Dominicans

Order of St. Francis 60 years 25 years

60 years Sister Jose- Sister Arlene Chole Sister Anita Cleary phine served Sister M. Josephine SPRINGFIELD—Sister Arlene Chole (Mary SPRINGFIELD—Sister Anita Cleary has in nursing at Vincent) met the Spring- Neumann OSF St. An- earned degrees in medical field Dominicans at her grade thony Medi- sciences, pastoral studies and PEORIA—Sister Josephine school, Our Lady of Grace in wa s bor n i n Fu ld a , Ge r m a ny. She cal Center, Chicago. She earned bachelor’s earth literacy. She has served entered the Franciscans in 1954. R o c k f o r d , as a nurse, a teacher, and in from 1986- and master’s degrees in educa- She studied home economics at parish ministries in Arkan- the College of St. Teresa in Wi- 1987; and re- Sister M. tion and taught in the Chicago nona, Minnesota, and became a turned there Josephine Archdiocese and the Dioceses sas, Illinois and in the coun- registered nurse after studies at to serve as Neumann of Springfield, Peoria and Rock- try of Peru. In the Diocese of St. Francis School of Nursing in patient repre- ford. In the Diocese of Rock- Rockford, she was spiritual ford, Sister Arlene taught grade Sister Arlene Peoria. She has served as a re- sentative from 1989-2013. She care coordinator for Heartland Sister Anita Chole hab nurse, as a clinical instruc- now serves at the reception desk six at St. Thomas More School Hospice in Rockford from Cleary at the motherhouse in East Peo- in Elgin from 1984-1985. She tor and as supervisor of rehab 2005-2006. She currently nursing, as an assistant supe- ria. She says she entered conse- now provides volunteer service to the sisters liv- rior at her order’s motherhouse, crated life “to serve God more ing at Sacred Heart Convent in Springfield. She teaches Spanish at St. Agnes School in Spring- and as a superior at St. Mary closely” and says the most satis- says that “living in community with women who field, and is spiritual director and program co- Medical Center in Galesburg. fying aspect of her vocation was are all striving for the same values and goals has ordinator at Jubilee Farm, a center for ecology In the Diocese of Rockford, “taking care of God’s people.” been the most satisfying aspect” of her vocation. and spirituality in nearby New Berlin. Around the Diocese Marking Milestones

St Joseph Parish in Harvard held confirmation for people who were joining the church at (Photos provided) Holy Saturday Mass, April 19. Attending were (front, from left) sponsors Mario and Gra- At Christ the King Parish in Wonder Lake, on April 27, Bishop Emeritus Thomas G. Doran ciela Martinez and confirmands Carolina Rivera, Diane Terrell, Merari Navarro, John Meyer, confirmed 14 students from the parish and nine from St. Joseph Parish in Richmond. Tasha Tucker, Renee Brady, Father Steven Clarke, parochial administrator, (back) sponsors James Terrell, Diane Masek, Patricia Meyer, Marisol Carreno, and Guadalupe Aguilar.

On May 10, 33 children from St. Patrick Parish in McHenry received first Communion Some students from the religious education class at St. Mary Parish in Sterling received at two Masses. With some of the children (above) are Father Godwin Asuquo (back their first Communion at Mass on April 26 at 11 a.m. Mass. center), pastor, and Deacon Dennis Holian and Bonnie Curry, CRE.

Some students from the religious education class at St. Mary Parish in Sterling received their first Communion at Mass on April 26 at 2 p.m. Mass.

Eighth-grade graduates from St. Mary School in Sterling are (front from left) Bailey Bo- esen, Cael Sanders, Aubrie Wolf, Matt Hodge, Lauren Henson, Quentin Larson, Michae- la Skinner, (middle) Clayton Yde, Sean Gingrich, Patrick Nelsen, Karter Decker, Michael Healy, Christian Navarro, with (back) Rebecca Schmitt, principal, Father Bruce Ludeke, Some students from the religious education class at St. Mary Parish in Sterling received parochial administrator, , Sacred Heart Parish, Father James Keenan, pastor, St. Mary Par- their first Communion at Mass on May 3 at 11 a.m. Mass. ish, and Karen Payan, eighth-grade religion teacher. 20 FRIDAY MAY 23 2014 | The Observer

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Teaching Moment Witnessing to God in Daily Life Will Not Be Easy by Bishop Emeritus Thomas G. Doran A 5-year-old heard his cat- Liturgy of the Church through Pentecost. “Then he led them out as far as Bethany, echism say, “When you give raised his hands and blessed them. As he blessed them he parted something to another person, by Father John from them and was taken up to heaven.” you’re really giving it to Jesus.” Slampak, STL There is sometimes a tendency to focus over-literally on scrip- Walking home through the Member of the tural phrases such as “was taken up into heaven,” “he was lifted [email protected] Diocesan park, he saw an elderly woman Liturgical Commission up,” “he ascended on high,” as though there were simply an ab- sitting on a bench, who looked sence of Jesus. But Jesus remains present here among us. The Why is There lonely. He sat down, offered her [email protected] key is to keep looking at Jesus who is present to us in a way that an M&M and she smiled. involves all of us in the work of salvation; you are to preach, to He liked her smile and gave her more. They exchanged smiles, witness to Jesus every day. Only a Host sat for a while, not speaking ... just smiling. Finally, the boy got Jesus gave three years of teaching, thinking, deciding, solving up to leave. As he began to walk away, he turned, ran back to the problems, doing for them. woman, and gave her a big hug. She gave him her very best smile. Now he ascends away from them to be with his Father, because Sometimes? When he arrived at his grandma’s house, she saw the big smile his work on earth no longer needs his physical presence. He would My oldest daughter, on his face and asked what made him so happy? “I shared my give them the power of the Holy Spirit so that they could witness Qage 52, is in a Bible M&M’s with Jesus. And she has a great smile.” to him in all their actions, all their decisions. What they did with class. One of her fellow stu- The woman on the bench returned to her apartment, where she their lives was up to them now, knowing that they themselves are dents states that she feels lived with her sister. “You’re all smiles. What made you so happy responsible for the consequences of what they do or don’t do. cheated if there is no wine today?” It was not easy for them then, nor for us now, but God was with “I was sitting in the park, eating M&M’s with Jesus. And you them and is with us now. What you do with your life, what you during Communion time at know, he looks a lot younger than I expected.” make of yourself is in your hands. Witnessing to God’s presence the Mass she attends. We The culture of our time is one of comfort and distraction where each day will not always be easy, but, as Jesus has promised, he didn’t receive wine during God has been excised from public life and regulated to the Church will be with you through it all. my early years as a Catho- building. The result is a creeping complacency about holiness in Has anyone seen or learned of the love of Christ from you? lic. Can you comment on the daily life. Do you think there will be anyone in heaven because of you? changes? J.E.T., Rockford. The Ascension is part of the celebration of the Easter season Do you need a sequel? There is no reason to feel A cheated. The Council of Trent defined that whoever re- Colombia’s Fruitful Harvest: Vocations ceives holy Communion under one species only, that is the sa- During a recent trip to Co- Guest Column of a country that has seen rampant violence followed by a peace cred host or the precious blood, lombia, I was invited to visit process? Or is it a sociological or economic phenomenon, or a receives the whole presence of a seminary. I walked into a combination of these factors? Perhaps it is and perhaps it isn’t. by Father Juan Christ — body, blood, soul and cafeteria that doubles as an Molina, OSST What is true is that vocations to the priesthood and religious divinity. auditorium and it was full of Catholic News Service life are abundant and the missionary zeal that characterized sev- 95 young men who live in the eral European countries in years (or centuries) past is present in Not receiving under both seminary. I was eager to hear their stories. They were eager to Colombia today. species does not deprive any- hear about the Church in the United States. The church in Colombia is still very much focused on fam- body of any grace necessary I thought this event could well have taken place in late 19th or ily and community, as opposed to the individualistic, career- for salvation. early 20th century Ireland, when the zeal of the Catholic Church climbing social environment of other countries. Perhaps that’s It states in The General In- and the missionary fervor of its members were one and the same. one reason to explain the numbers. struction of the Roman Missal, “When Ireland was poor, its main export was people,” wrote I don’t want to dwell too long on the reasons for the spring No. 282, that “Christ, whole Tom Hundley, a journalist describing the height of Catholicism of vocations in this South American country. Looking for an and entire, and the true sacra- in Ireland. “Among them were many Catholic priests. Irish sem- explanation may prove to be, not only complicated, but fruitless. ment, is received even under inaries produced far more priests than the country needed.” As Catholics, we believe that a vocation to the religious life and only one species.” Hundley could have been describing modern-day Colombia. priesthood is God-given, not human made. It was only in the late 11th The particular diocese I visited had about 400 seminarians One seminary prepares the young men for overseas mission- century that it became com- divided into four seminaries, three of which I visited. About a ary service in Africa or in another country in Latin America. monplace for just the host to be third of the 400 are studying to later serve the local diocese, an- The structure of that seminary is purposely Spartan so that the distributed. other third are studying to be missionaries abroad, and the rest seminarian gets an idea of what to expect during missionary The Second Vatican Coun- are studying for service in mission dioceses within Colombia. service. cil’s extension of the use of Though the high numbers are a bit unusual, it is not an isolat- Another seminary specifically serves the “home mission dio- both species was, then, a return ed experience in that country. Several dioceses there have large ceses” of Colombia, namely poor and sparsely populated dioceses. to the original practice. seminaries with burgeoning numbers of seminarians. All of the seminarians seem to understand that their life will The general instruction, in Like Ireland, Colombia has seen similar challenges. Could be relatively hard in terms of their ministry but well-lived. No. 283, authorizes each di- this abundance of vocations and missionary zeal be the result Continued on page 21 ocesan bishop to set norms regarding the use of both spe- cies. That same section allows The Pope on... The Gifts of the Holy Spirit bishops to delegate to a pastor From page 2 the gift of understanding en- How important it is to implore dence, learning to overcome the determination as to when Lord to grant us the Holy Spirit ables us to see in all things the this gift of understanding! our self-centeredness and to Communion will be distributed and to grant us the gift of wis- unfolding of His eternal plan of Through it the Holy Spirit dis- see all things with the eyes of under both forms. dom, that wisdom of God that love. pels the darkness of our minds Christ. Many times in parish life teaches us to see with God’s and hearts, strengthens us in there are not enough trained The Holy Spirit dwells in our The gift of counsel, like all spir- eyes, to feel with God’s heart, faith and enables us to savor volunteers to allow for the dis- itual gifts, needs to be cultivat- to speak with God’s words. hearts and enlightens our the richness of God’s word and tribution of Communion under ed through prayer, by which we minds, guiding us to an ever its promise of salvation. both species. And so, with this wisdom, let deeper understanding of become attuned to the voice of us go forward, let us build our Christ’s teaching and his sav- From May 7 the Spirit and conformed to the Send your topics or questions for family, let us build the Church, heart of Christ. ing mission. We now turn to the gift of Bishop Doran’s Teaching Moment and we will all be sanctified. to [email protected] Today let us ask for this grace Like the disciples on the way to counsel. Through this gift, God Nor does this gift enrich us as of wisdom. And let us ask Our Emmaus, we often fail to rec- enlightens our hearts and di- individuals alone. The Spirit Lady, who is the seat of wis- ognize the Lord walking at our rects our thoughts, words and also counsels us through the I will not leave you actions in accordance with His lives and experiences of our dom, for this gift. May she give side and the working of God’s orphans; I will come us this grace. grace in our lives and the world saving will. brothers and sisters in the Church. From April 30 around us. Yet thanks to the By leading us to Jesus, and to you. In a little while Spirit’s gift of understanding, through him to the Father, the Today, as we give thanks for the world will no In our continuing catechesis our eyes are opened and our Holy Spirit guides us in our the gift of counsel, let us seek longer see me, but you on the seven gifts of the Holy hearts burn within us (see Lk daily interaction with others to support one another along Spirit, we now turn to the gift of 24:13-27) as we recognize the and enables us to make right the path of faith, as we seek will see me, because I understanding. risen Lord’s presence and view decisions in the light of faith. to be ever more docile to the live and you will live. Born of our sharing in God’s all things in a new light, with Through the gift of counsel, we working of the Holy Spirit in our life through faith and baptism, fresh spiritual insight. also grow in the virtue of pru- hearts. — John 14:18-19 The Observer | FRIDAY MAY 23, 2014 21

Viewpoints Did You Know? Remembering a Jesuit And His Mission in Syria In the midst of Lent, an event occurred that touched me very much, but at the time I wasn’t sure exactly why. A Jesuit priest named Father Frans van der Lugt was shot dead in Homs, Syria. I think it was the picture that accompanied the stories of his murder that initially tugged at me. There he is, looking good in a black leather jacket, fi ne bone structure on his handsome 75-year-old face, an intelligent, thoughtful face framed by wire-rim spectacles. For the Journey He has an arm outstretched by E e Caldarola and a hand open in front of him, as if in fi ne Jesuit fashion he is patiently and gently exploring some truth with someone. He is surrounded by Middle Catholic News Service Eastern people. Were they Christians or Muslims? I don’t know, and as I learned more about him, I realized it did not mat- ter. Father van der Lugt was a man engaged in interreligious dialogue. He was a man with an open heart, a lover of humanity, and a lover of the Syrian people with whom he had spent his life for nearly 50 years. After the news reports, I immediately made a copy of his picture and tacked it to my bulletin board, where I put special The Meaning of Memorial Day things, like family photos, crucifi xes, invitations, reminders to pray. Father van der Lugt, this newest martyr, became for me a What does Memorial Day mean to you? lies go to the cemeteries where their deceased reminder to pray. What do you and your family do to celebrate are buried, to remember and honor their loved Then I began to learn more about him. It seems that a young Memorial Day? Is it just another three-day ones. Syrian Jesuit from the Middle East province, Father Tony Hom- weekend? Is it a celebration of the beginning of Catholic Cemeteries across our nation cel- sy, is studying at Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska, summer? ebrate the day with prayer services, Masses, where I live. Homsy is 28 and writes for The Jesuit Post, an edgy Or is it a special day, a special weekend spent and tributes to all the men and women who have and youthful website. Guest Column with family, served in the military to protect our country. Homsy is a graduate of the University of Aleppo in Syria. He remembering “Serving God and Country: A Memorial Day loves photography and has posted a tribute, including photos, of by Carol K. family that Salute to our Heroes” is Catholic Cemetery Con- Father van der Lugt on The Jesuit Post. Giambalvo have died? ference’s Memorial Day theme. The purpose is Father van der Lugt was Dutch, and Homsy knew him well. MA, CCCE, FAAGC M e m o r i a l to honor the U.S. Armed Forces, those who have He went on retreats with him where the Jesuit would spend an President, Catholic Day is a day entire night hearing confessions, then rise early for meditation. Cemetery Conference served in the past so well, those who gave their Americans of lives for our freedoms, those who are serving to- Father van der Lugt ran Al-Ard, an oasis for the disabled, a re- all ages, all treat house, a house of peace, with a winery, just outside the city [email protected] day, and those who will serve in the future. nationalities, Memorial Day weekend is not the only time of Homs. He was devoted to the people of Syria, Muslim and in many unique ways, remember with gratitude Christian. He had a willingness to stay in the dangerous and be- we should give thanks to God for these heroes — and thankfulness, the men and women who have sieged city of Homs because he wanted to stand with the Syrians every day we should thank them for the freedom given their lives to protect the freedom we all and their suffering. of life we are so accustomed to living. have here in America. I suppose on some level, Father van der Lugt knew that he It all began after the Civil War. The fi rst na- This Memorial Day, please take time to think would most likely be killed for his devotion. He reminds me of tional celebration of Decoration Day (as it was of them, buy a poppy, support fl ag programs and Jesus, who knew, as he turned toward Jerusalem on that fi nal called then), took place on May 30, 1868. At fi rst, teach your children of their sacrifi ces. journey, that death awaited him. the holiday was celebrated separately by the Let us do our best to honor these wonderful But with a quiet dignity, and without blaming others, Jesus, Union and Confederate states. By the end of the warriors, past and present, by living our lives in and Father van der Lugt, met martyrdom with peace. Only a century, it became a national holiday, honoring a positive manner, honoring and accepting each believer can do this. It’s a question I ask myself: Could I have all veterans of all the wars fought by American other and respecting the laws of God and our stayed? Would I remain faithful to God? forces. country. Let these men and women know they The horrors of Syria are often on our newscasts, but some- Throughout our country during Memorial Day served for a greater cause. Celebrate Memorial times they don’t make it from the head to the heart. The problem weekend, Americans will celebrate the freedom Day with joy and fun, but also with reverence is so enormous, so complex, the solutions so hard to decipher. to assemble, the freedom to worship, and the and hope. The end is so far out of sight. freedom to enjoy a three-day holiday weekend Bless these men and women, dear Father, and The only thing that makes sense makes no sense at all to the with family and friends. keep them safe. We ask this through your son, pragmatist. Father van der Lugt followed a crucifi ed Christ on In the last century, Memorial Day grew into a Jesus Christ. the way to Calvary, a Calvary lived out daily in the lives of the day to remember all those who have died. Fami- Happy Memorial Day. Syrian people. Colombia’s Fruitful Harvest: Vocations From page 20 his disciples: “Foxes have dens and birds young men and women to give their life strife. Despite the future promise of austerity of the sky have nests, but the Son of Man for him and God’s people? While vocations have decreased since and long hours, none seemed to shy away has nowhere to rest his head.” These As it happened in Ireland, life in Co- then, abundance remains. The Church from their calling. All spoke of their con- young people know who they will be fol- lombia has improved over the cruel and can only welcome them, form them and nectedness to God, family and the com- lowing. There is a fervent desire to share painful years of the past. The 1980s and help them to share their faith and offer munities they eventually will serve. the faith wherever one is called to do so. 1990s covered the country with violence themselves to the people of God in the It reminded me of what Jesus said to Can it simply be that God is still calling and blood from drug wars and political best possible way.

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From page 22 THIS FILM CONTAINS non- Irvine) was one of thousands of THIS FILM CONTAINS graphic — Catholic News Service an Indian enthusiast for the marital situations, implied pre- British-led Allied troops forced violence, including torture, and For the latest reviews, visit www. marital encounter, sexual hu- game (Pitobash) and from the into slave labor by Japanese a suicide. catholicnews.com/movies.htm. comely tenant (Lake Bell) of a mor, crass language. forces following the latter’s 1942 cottage on his property for whom The Railway capture of Singapore. Three de- he’s begun to fall. Though this A-III cades later, Lomax (now played Position Opening central romance is marked by Man by Colin Firth) fell for and wed R (Weinstein) Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church in Aurora Illinois premature intimacy, strong hu- a former nurse (Nicole Kidman). is seeking a full-time Director of Lifelong Faith Formation. This searing account The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in theology, mane values permeate director of a former prisoner of war But his captivity’s long shadow Craig Gillespie’s film as Hamm’s loomed over their marriage. religious studies, or related field and between 3-5 years of who is unable to overcome the ministry experience. initially callous loner learns to emotional trauma of his past The story initially moves along The candidate must be proficient in writing, reading, and place people ahead of profits. sufferings is directed by Jona- a negative moral trajectory, but However flawed, moreover, his eventually toward an unexpect- speaking English and Spanish. The ministry responsibilities than Teplitsky from the autobi- include but are not limited to the coordination, facilitation, bond with Bell’s character also ography by Eric Lomax. During ed and powerful conclusion fully and supervision of regular faith formation and sacramental represents a step up from the World War II, Lomax (Jeremy in line with scriptural values. preparation and celebration. throwaway relationships with The director will also promote and facilitate on-going lifelong fashion models in which he pre- Teacher Opening Teacher Opening faith formation within a whole parish catechetical model. viously engaged. for the 2014-15 for the 2014-15 School Year School Year A full ministry description and program handbook can be found under the Religious Education link at www. Middle School Middle School ourladyofgoodcounsel.net. Math/Science/Religion Part-time Spanish Teacher For more information or to submit your resume contact the Must be a practicing Catholic. Must be a practicing Catholic. Director of Lifelong Faith Formation, Skip Bacon; Resumes are to be sent to: Resumes are to be sent to: Newspapers • Catalogs • Mail Service Office: (630)851-1100 ext 12 Business Cards • Magazines • Brochures Principal St. James School Principal St. James School Cell: (317)340-5326 815-758-5484 320 Logan Ave. 320 Logan Ave. Email: [email protected] 121 Industrial Drive • DeKalb, IL 60115 Belvidere, IL 61008 Belvidere, IL 61008 24 FRIDAY MAY 23, 2014 | The Observer

THE 815/399-4300 OBSERVER http://[email protected] Prayer Intentions and Scripture Readings June 2014 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Join the Holy Father in praying for these special Daily Scripture Readings John Fisher intentions this month: † Pray for the priests who 1469-1535 Feast: June 22 Unemployed — That the unemployed may have served the Rockford A Yorkshire draper’s son, John was one of the “new men” of Tudor England, a dis- receive support and nd the work they need to live Diocese and who died this tinguished scholar at Cambridge University who was ordained at age 22. Privately in dignity. month on the days listed. austere, John held several high offi ces, among them chaplain to a king’s mother, vice Faith in Europe — That Europe may rediscover its chancellor and chancellor of Cambridge, bishop of Rochester, counselor to Catherine Christian roots through the witness of believers. Please pray for these men of Aragon during King Henry VIII’s divorce proceedings against her. But John stead- and women who have a fastly refused to accept Henry as head of the church in England, and was imprisoned. The pope named him a —http://www.apostleshipofprayer.org religious vocation. cardinal, which further enraged Henry, who ordered John’s beheading. He shares this feast with his friend and fellow martyr, Thomas More; their heads were impaled on London Bridge two weeks apart. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Ascension of the Lord Acts 19:1-8; Ps 68:2-5acd, Charles Lwanga and Acts 20:28-38; Ps 68:29- Boniface, bishop, martyr Norbert, bishop Acts 28:16-20, 30-31; Ps Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9; 6-7b; Jn 16:29-33 companions, martyrs 30, 33-36a, 35bc-36b; Jn Acts 22:30, 23:6-11; Ps Acts 25:13b-21; Ps 11:4-5, 7; Jn 21:20-25 Eph 1:17-23; Mt 28:16-20 Pope Emeritus Benedict Acts 20:17-27; Ps 68:10- 17:11b-19 16:1-2a, 5, 7-11; Jn 17:20- 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20b; Jn † Msgr. Charles F. Conley, † Father James G. XVI 11, 20-21; Jn 17:1-11a Bishop Emeritus Thomas 26 21:15-19 1964; † Msgr. Henry M. Gaynor, 1991 Father Donald Donahugh † Father Edward G. Doran Transitional deacons † Father Leo H. Ambre, Schryer, 1992; † Father Pope Francis Gahagan, 1943; † Father Father Robert Balog 1994 Walter C. Roberts, 1994 Father Melvyn Vlasz Paul W. Klaphecke, 1950 Father Ruben Herrera Permanent deacons Men in diaconate training Bishop David J. Malloy

8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Pentecost Ephrem, deacon, doctor of 1 Kgs 17:7-16; Ps 4:2-5, Barnabas, Apostle 1 Kgs 18:41-46; Ps 65:10- Anthony of Padua, priest, Flag Day Acts 2:1-11; Ps 104:1, 24, the Church 7b-8; Mt 5:13-16 Acts: 11:21b-26, 13:1-3; 13; Mt 5:20-26 doctor of the church Blessed Virgin Mary 29-31, 34; 1 Cor 12:3b-7, 1 Kgs 17:1-6; Ps 121:1b-8; Retired Religious Ps 98:1-6; Mt 5:17-19 † Father Ladislau A. 1 Kgs 19:9a, 11-16; Ps 1 Kgs 19:19-21; Ps 16:1-2a, 12-13; Jn 20:19-23 Mt 5:1-12 † Father Joseph W. Jasinski, 1961; † Msgr. 27:7-9c, 13-14; Mt 5:27-32 5, 7-10; Mt 5:33-37 † Msgr. Herman A. Priests of the DeKalb Rojemann, 1955 Magnus A. Schumacher, Father John Kraemer Father Les Suberi Echevia Meilinger, 1988 Deanery Priests of the Elgin 1977 Father William Wentink Newly retired priests Deanery Priests of the Freeport Deanery

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Most Holy Trinity 1 Kgs 21:1-16; Ps 5:2-3b, 1 Kgs 21:17-29; Ps 51:3- 2 Kgs 2:1, 6-14; Ps 31:20- Romuald, abbot 2 Kgs 11:1-4, 9-18, 20; Aloysius Gonzaga, Ex 34:4b-6, 8-9; (Ps) Dn 4b-7; Mt 5:38-42 6b, 11, 16; Mt 5:43-48 21, 24; Mt 6:1-6, 16-18 Sir 48:1-14; Ps 97:1-7; Mt Ps 132:11-14, 17-18; Mt religious 3:52-55; 2 Cor 13:11-13; † Father Joseph A. † Father John Hanrahan, † Father Thomas F. 6:7-15 6:19-23 2 Chr 24:17-25; Ps 89:4-5, Jn 3:16-18 Driscoll, 1971 2010 Leydon, 1924; † Msgr. † Father Burwell E. † Father William Michael 29-34; Mt 6:24-34 Father Christopher Sisters of St. Francis, Poor Clare Colettines Francis J. Conron, 1961 Beddoes, 1962; † Father McGuire, 1950; † Father † Father Ambrose M. DiTomo Clinton, Iowa Chaplain Col. Father Myles F. Callahan, 1974 W. N. Deutsch, 1956 Weitekamp, 1966 Emilio Falcone Priests of the McHenry Priests of the Rockford Priests of the Sterling Deanery Deanery Deanery

22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Corpus Christi 2 Kgs 17:5-8, 13-15a, 18; Nativity of John the Baptist 2 Kgs 22:8-13, 23:1-3; Ps 2 Kgs 24:8-17; Ps 79:1b-5, Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Immaculate Heart of the Dt 8:2-3, 14b-16a; Ps Ps 60:3-4, 12-13; Mt 7:1-5 Is 49:1-6; Ps 139:1b-3, 119:33-37, 40; Mt 7:15-20 8-9; Mt 7:21-29 Dt 7:6-11; Ps 103:1-4, Blessed Virgin Mary Irenaeus, bishop, martyr 147:12-15, 19-20; 1 Cor Father John Heraty 13-15; Acts 13:22-26; Lk † Father Henry Mehring, Priests of the Aurora 6-8, 10; 1 Jn 4:7-16; Mt 10:16-17; Jn 6:51-58 1:57-66, 80 1911 Deanery 11:25-30 Lam 2:2, 10-14, 18-19; Ps † Father Charles A. Priests who will be Msgr. William Clausen School Sisters of Notre 74:1-7, 20-21; Mt 8:5-15 Henkel, 1965 moving to new parishes Father William Antillon Dame, Baltimore, Md. (For Immaculate Heart: Is New diocesan priests or assignments Father Adalberto 61:9-11; Lk 2:41-51) Sanchez New diocesan priests

29 30 Peter and Paul, Apostles First Martyrs of the Holy Charles Lwanga and Companions Acts 12:1-11; Ps 34:2-9; Roman Church circa 1860-1886 Feast: June 3 2 Tm 4:6-8, 17-18; Mt Am 2:6-10, 13-16; Ps Charles and 21 other Ugandan martyrs, ages 14 to 30, were offi cials and pages in the court of King Mwanga 16:13-19 50:16b-23; Mt 8:18-22 II of Buganda. The king, after fi rst accepting Christianity among his people, began to insist that converts † Father Marcellus Cikan, † Father Albert F. Rennell, abandon their new faith. He also preyed sexually on the young men at court. As head of the pages and their 1959 2002 chief catechist, Charles tried to protect his charges. But, when they would not reject Christianity, they were Father Kevin Butler Father Stephen St. Jules killed in 1885-86; some were speared to death and others, like Charles, were burned alive. These fi rst martyrs from sub-Saharan Africa were canonized in Uganda in 1964 by Pope Paul VI; they are the patrons of African Catholic Youth Action, converts and torture victims.

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