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mbrose DECEMBER 20, 2020 arish BEEHIVE then their bodies were used as ‘labo- ratory specimens.’ I urge all who be- lieve in the sanctity of life to reject a vaccine which has been produced immorally.” Bishop Strickland is also listed as a speaker at an online anti-vaccination conference this fall, giving a talk entitled “Rejecting the Culture of Death to Embrace the Sanctity of Life.” On the same day as Bishop Strickland’s tweet, Bishop Joseph Brennan, head of the Diocese of Fresno, said in a video, “I won’t be iNaccines) able to take a vaccine, brothers and sisters, and I encourage you not to, if ) q it was developed with material from stem cells that were derived from a baby that was aborted, or material that was cast off from artificial in- Days after some Catholic bishops shared misinformation on social media semination of a human embryo.” about Covid-19 vaccines that hit the market, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bish- But the memo from the ops distributed a memo to all U.S. bishops stating that at least two of the vaccines USCCB rejects both those claims, are considered ethically sound. The memo also reminded bishops that Catholic pointing to a report from the pro- Church teaching allows for even the widespread use of vaccines whose origins life Charlotte Lozier Institute, are considered ethically unsound when other treatments are unavailable. which called both the Pfizer and The Catholic Church teaches that it is unethical to use stem cells derived Moderna vaccines “ethically un- from aborted fetuses in medical research. Earlier this month, two bishops called into controversial.” question the moral permissibility of using two vaccines created in the United States The bishops’ memo states by Pfizer and Moderna, both of which appear headed toward regulatory approval. But that some of the testing of the vac- the memo rejects those claims. cines was done with what it called “Neither the Pfizer nor the Moderna vaccine involved the use of cell lines that a “tainted cell line” but said the originated in fetal tissue taken from the body of an aborted baby at any level of design, connection between the two vac- development, or production,” reads the memo, signed by Bishop Kevin Rhoades, who cines and abortion is “relatively chairs the bishops’ committee on doctrine, and Archbishop Joseph Naumann, the head remote.” of the committee on pro-life activities. “Some are asserting that if The internal memo corrects “some confusion in the media regarding the mor- a vaccine is connected in any way al permissibility of using the vaccines.” But that confusion is not limited to unspeci- with tainted cell lines then it is im- fied media reports. At least two bishops have cast doubt on the moral permissibility of moral to be vaccinated with them. the vaccines. This is an inaccurate portrayal of Catholic moral teaching,” the Bishop Joseph Strickland, the head of the Diocese of Tyler, Tex., tweeted memo states. “Moderna vaccine is not morally produced. Unborn children died in abortions and Continued on page 2 DECEMBER 20, 2020 - THE BEEHIVE Catholics can take Covid-19 vaccines Shope St. AAmbrose Continued from page | Are you looking for a last minute gift? St. Ambrose offers some ttems for The memo explains that Cath- unique gift-giving. These are exclusive to our parish and quantities are limited. olic teaching prohibits the use of stem cells derived from aborted fetuses, but Buy-A “Brick — Memorialize a loved one, or “carve in stone” an event it notes that there exist different levels with a personalized brick paver that will be installed in our memorial walkway. of moral responsibility, ranging from Pavers run between $500 and $1,000 depending on size. Here’s a gift that becomes the creator of the vaccine to recipients. a tangible part of Ambrosian history, viewed by generations to come. Even if a vaccine is tied to controversial stem cells, the memo says, “it is mor- Kosactes — Six different custom-designed rosaries made by ally permissible to accept vaccina- hand in Italy expressly for St. Ambrose Parish. The bead collection ranges from tion when there are no alternatives hard wood, bohemian glass and semi-precious stones. The crucifix is taken from and there is a serious risk to health.” the ARK Plaza sculpture. The center piece depicts the First and Second Coming of Christ from our sanctuary and the “Pater” beads are taken from a detail in our Catholics should protest stained glass windows. Not just a beautiful work of craftsmanship, but a useful against the use of stem cells derived aid in prayer — a real legacy piece! Prices run between $48 and $107 dollars. They from aborted fetuses by pharmaceu- come boxed and presented in a velvet gift bag. tical companies, the memo states, invoking teaching from The Pontifi- “Feeding the Widtitude” —a collection of more than 250 recipes cal Academy for Life. But, the memo provided by the cooks of St. Ambrose Parish. This spiral bound book contains a states, “public health must not be sac- special section with meal prayers for the seasons of the Church year as well as for rificed.” special family celebrations. The USCCB released a simi- lar memo in 2007 (updated in 2015), Commemorat ileOres, - and produced exclusively which stated that “Catholics may licitly for St. Ambrose Paris cy -area tile maker who was instru- accept vaccination for themselves and mental in establishing the Abs;-making CO) Peri Pewabic Pottery. The their children using a vaccine based on size of the tile, unframed, is 6” x 6” and costs Uy iPeoric Pow tissue from abortion,” citing the case Christmas Chew — A reproduction of a DePrato Cherub that adorned of pregnant women or extreme risk the St. Ambrose Creche over 75 years ago. Each Cherub is a hand-painted resin to the public health, On November casting by Ellison Studios, numbered and signed. Every one is a unique work of art 22, 2020, the Pontifical Academy for at $75 each. (Limited Supplies remaining) Life tweeted that it found nothing morally objectionable in either the St. Ambrose ttoney — A healthy reminder of a bitter/sweet year. $50 Pfizer or Moderna vaccines. per jar; limited to one jar of the 2020 harvest per person. Brian Kane, the senior direc- tor of ethics for the Catholic Health There are three easy ways to “shop” St. Ambrose: Association of the United States, said 1. Stop by the parish office, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Catholics should be aware of the ori- Cash, check or credit cards are accepted. gins of vaccines but added the Pfizer 2. Call the parish office at (313) 822-2814 to place your order — it can be made and Moderna vaccines are not ethically available at Mass for your pick up. Credit cards may be taken over the phone. compromised. Or pay by cash or check after mass when picking up, or mail to the parish of- “In terms of the moral prin- fice. ciples of being concerned about the 3. Email your order to [email protected] and let us know if you want to use of any pharmaceuticals that were pick up at the rectory or after Mass. Please do not send credit card numbers by developed from aborted fetuses, that is email. Call (313) 822-2814 for assistance. certainly an issue that we all want to be cognizant of and try to avoid their use,” he said. “With that in mind, the Pfizer The Inklings of a Vocation? and Moderna Covid vaccines that are If you are feeling a call to the priesthood “at some level,” it is in your best coming out are not even tainted with interest to talk with a priest you know and/or a vocation director, who will help you that moral problem.” better discern God’s calling in your life. They will also have programs available to By Michael J. O'Loughlin for the assist you in your discernment and more information on the application process. Fr. Craig Giera is the Director of Priestly Vocations for the Archdiocese of November 23, 2020 issue of America Detroit. Contact him at [email protected] — 313-868-7040 Magazine, americamagazine. org DECEMBER 20, 2020 - THE BEEHIVE plan, which was first announced in is new information is the “Playbook” Au May, has all along been tone-deaf to the which outlines the new structure. realities of the social ferment and medi- This includes five, full-time cal crisis that has been raging around Director-level Mission Direct positions cl hings us. for each Family: Director of Disciple- And I don’t know what the ship Formation, Director of Engage- onsidered rush is all about. I have yet to hear a ment, Director of Christian Service, Di- cogent explanation as to why such a rector of Family Ministry and Director Being unemployed or laid off complex plan had to be rushed into be- of Worship. without a paycheck is difficult. Trying ing in six months’ time. And while the Then there is the Mission Sup- to cope with financial loss in the middle actual melding process of parishes will port Director who is responsible for of a pandemic is almost unimaginable. take two years, the die is cast as to how day-to-day responsibilities in the areas The reality is that the pandemic has it will proceed. related to Finance/Accounting, Human exposed the depth of a hunger crisis. Would we not have thought Resources, Information Technology, 350,000 Michigan families accessed it bad form to announce this on 9/11 and Facility Management.