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Volume 79 | No. 20 http://observer.rockforddiocese.org FRIDAY APRIL 25, 2014 Inside Annual Stewardship Campaign Begins BY AMANDA HUDSON tions where ence even SSL secure site. News Editor “His call in society. Also new for this year is the c o m e s O n e section called Submit a Prayer ROCKFORD—”In His Pres- t h r o u g h change for Intention — submitted prayers ence” is the theme of the 2014 each of us;” the 2014 are placed before the altar at Diocesan Appeal that features and youth Diocesa n the Masses held in the Dioc- Jesus as the Good Shepherd. ministry/ Appeal is esan Administration Center. Batavia ‘Digs In’ for Certain diocesan-wide min- C a t h o l i c a new web Materials have been sent out istries are featured: the new education site www. Education and to explain this annual appeal Community Addition Life and Family Evangeliza- where “His Spirit shapes our rockforddiocese.org/steward- tion Offi ce where “His creation and the many ways Catho- pg. 3 youth and our future.” ship where you can give in- calls us to love all people;” All parishes in the Diocese of stantly to the Diocesan Appeal, lics can pledge their support. Restoring St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities where “His Rockford benefi t from this ap- Combined Appeal and more. Pledge weekend is set for May Center a Lent Effort example leads us to help those peal, which also pools resourc- Simply click the donate button 3-4. in need;” the Offi ce of Voca- es together to make a differ- taking you to the easy to use, pgs. 4-5 Learn more on pgs. 16-17 Easter Mass Brings Song, Sacrament to Inmates BY AMANDA HUDSON News Editor ROCKFORD—Plans were to bring Mass on Easter Sunday to women inmates at Winnebago County Jail. A lack of Catholic female in- mates — estimated at perhaps Be Reconciled ... fi ve, with only two signed up for From East to West Mass — necessitated a change, pgs. 6-9 and Malloy in- stead celebrated Mass for 18 men at the jail on Easter morn- ing. Six of those men had been present also at his fi rst Chrism Mass jail Mass in —page 11 a different- Holy but-identical- Thursday looking cell foot washing block a few — page 19 Organ ‘Encounter’ months ago Helps Adults Learn on Christ- About Playing mas morning. The men said Liturgical Music they found out about this Mass from a bulletin posted on the pg. 25 wall at the jail. Jesus Talks of the “We’re glad he could make Good Shepherd it,” said one inmate. “I know he’s busy … It’s nice to know The Junior Observer pg. 30 what I’ve forgotten …” “I have kids out there,” said Coming Soon another. “If they’re celebrating, I should celebrate Easter too.” Francis Makes Yet another also was thinking Two New beyond jail walls, and said, “I Today, read about the April try to go to church on the out- 27 of Pope side sometimes. It’s nice to have John XXIII and Pope John it here.” Paul II. Next week, read The Although, as at Christmas, Observer’s coverage from there was no physical indication Rome. of the holiday season, this time the men enjoyed some live Eas- This Issue ter music provided by Laura Or- tiz, who has served at the jail for (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson) Bishop Malloy ...... 2 several years, providing Bible Bishop David Mallloy (standing, right) is assisted by Deacon Richard Martin at Easter Mass in the Winneba- Headliners ...... 3 studies and meeting one-on-one go County Jail. It was the bishop’s second Mass at the facility. Diocesan ...... 4-11, 19 with Catholic female inmates. from the Christmas Mass at the At Easter, we remember that Saints ...... 12-15, 18 She played and recorded piano ranged for the Mass and served music for parts of the Mass and at it. Other ministers with Rock- jail. Numerous people, he said, Christ was arrested, tried, and Around the Diocese ...... 20-22 sang at the service. Most of the ford Reachout jail ministry, in- had thanked him, delighted that condemned to death between Nation/World ...... 23-24 men sang along, following both cluding the ministry’s executive the was serv- two others who had been sen- Media/Arts ...... 25 the parts of the Mass and the director, George Hofstetter, as- ing at the jail. tenced with him, the bishop Faith Forum ...... 26 music from provided books. sisted. One judge, he added, point- said. Viewpoints ...... 27 As before, Deacon Richard Bishop Malloy began his edly told him that “we have got Describing the different ac- For the Record ...... 28 Martin, diocesan coordinator homily by telling the men the to let them know they are not tions of those two others, the The Junior Observer ...... 30 of prison and jail ministry, ar- positive reactions he received forgotten.” Continued on page 10 2 FRIDAY APRIL 25, 2014 | The Observer

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From Urbi and Orbi (To the City and the World), April 20, Vatican City Circulation/Proofreading: Susan Sabrowski, Keith by POPE FRANCIS Ludolph (CNS photo/Claudio Peri, pool via Reuters) Accounting: Jill Bonk The Church throughout the ever anew. tering others, being close to mense wastefulness for which Client Services: world echoes the angel’s The message which Christians those crushed by life’s trou- we are often responsible. message to the women: “Do bles, sharing with the needy, Production and Web bring to the world is this: Je- Enable us to protect the vul- not be afraid! I know that you standing at the side of the sick, Administrator: Gary Haughton sus, love incarnate, died on the nerable, especially children, are looking for Jesus who was elderly and the outcast … . cross for our sins, but God the women and the elderly, who Contributing Writers: Bishop crucified. He is not here; for he Father raised him and made “Come and see!”: Love is more Emeritus Thomas G. 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Bishop Malloy’s Central Catholic High School Lang May Day Medical WROK 1440AM Official information on the poli- Conference, Giovanni’s ROCKFORD — April 29, NORTH AURORA — May cies, activities, and positions Public Schedule Restaurant of the Diocese of Rockford is 6:30 p.m., 49th Annual Clergy 5, 6 p.m., Aurora Knights ROCKFORD — April 27, released only in the pages of Night of the Bishop Muldoon ROCKFORD — May 3, of Columbus Clergy Night, 7:30 a.m., Sunday Mass, The Observer, or in state- Council of the Knights of 4:30 p.m., Mass for the 50th Blessed Sacrament Church ments from the Diocesan Cathedral of St. Peter Columbus, Hoffman House Anniversary of Holy Family Office of Communications and — May 6, 11 BATAVIA — April 27, 1 Restaurant Church ROCKFORD Publications. a.m., Priests’ Jubilee Mass, p.m., Confirmation, Holy — April 30, — May 4, The Observer uses recycled MCHENRY ROCKFORD St. Rita Church paper and is recyclable. 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Msgr. Aaron Brodeski, pastor of Holy Cross Parish in Batavia, sprinkles holy water during a blessing after the Msgr. Daniel Deutsch (left), former pastor at Holy Cross Parish in Bata- parish breaks ground for its education and community addition. Walking with him are (left) Father Timothy via, and parish school students Luke and Matthew Lamirand put their Draper, parochial vicar, and Msgr. Daniel Deutsch, former pastor. backs into breaking ground for an addition. Batavia ‘Digs In’ For Education and Community Addition

By Amanda Hudson those gathered. News editor “When we make (God) the center … do you know what BATAVIA—Msgr. Aaron happens? … The house grows, Brodeski, pastor of Holy Cross more people come — we are Parish, here, got the school building more room, so (they) children cheering loudly for can come,” he explained to the their former pastor, Msgr. kids. Daniel Deutsch, who returned “We know God is behind for a big occasion. It was the this,” Msgr. Brodeski added, groundbreaking for a new ad- asking everyone to continue dition to the school and com- praying for the construction munity center building. project. Cousins James Forgy and Francis Haviland play on the clumps of dirt upended by the groundbreakers. Francis is Msgr. Brodeski pointed out “We look forward to (when) set to attend kindergarten next year at the school and directly benefit from the building that soon will replace orange lines on the grass and that big machine will soon be the mud and grass. sidewalk that outlined the digging a great big hole,” he planned addition. said, prompting more cheers as He introduced Batavia May- he pointed to the parked back- or Jeff Schielke, building com- hoe. liturgy and popular religion mittee members John Pitts and The new addition is a “phase Ron Link, and architect Greg two” for the building that was Norris to the students, noting built for use by the school and their support and work on be- by the parish community, says African spirituality half of the school. business manager, Deacon Lar- Msgr. Deutsch, who was ry Motyka. pastor six years ago when the The addition will include two school and community build- lower level (for second grade) Explore Summer Institute ing was built, also spoke to Continued on page 10 prayer and hiking holistic parish catechesis women in the Old Testament

Deepen your theological knowledge, sharpen your ministerial skills, and nourish your faith while studying with CTU’s renowned faculty. Summer (Observer photos by Amanda Hudson) A group of people representing ministries at Holy Cross Parish in Bata- courses are designed to fit busy schedules and via lined up to break ground on April 16 for an addition to the parish’s varying academic interests. school and community building. They included (from left) Holy Cross School students Luke and Matthew Lamirand; teacher Kelly Carlson; CTU in Chicago is a great place St. Vincent de Paul Society member Roy Kautz; St. Ministry of Compassionate Care founder Mary Ann Sestak; Peer Ministry Team to spend part of your summer! member Erika Andrews; Laura Schweitzer and her children, Grace and William, representing religious education; and Kathleen Dietz of the For details, visit ctu.edu/summer-institute parish prolife ministry. 4 FRIDAY APRIL 25, 2014 | The Observer

D iocesan Planned Projects n Clean office floors; clean and polish floors in three downstairs rooms n Remove and recycle chest freezer, incinerator and piping n Clean, sort and recycle items in basement shop area, storage areas and garage n Restore fresh air supply lines to bathrooms, small offices n Repair air circulation throughout the building (multiple work items involved) n Repair broken toilets, drinking fountains, sump pump n Replace countertops and sinks in bathrooms; fix faucets n Put up clothes bars and shelving in clothing room n Add ceiling insulation in

(Observer photos by Amanda Hudson) office Tom Graceffa (left) gets Bishop David Malloy and Paul Logli set up to remove old screws and caulk holes in a clothing room downstairs at St. n Re-establish electrical Elizabeth Catholic Community Center in Rockford. The Joes group already had installed pipe racks from the ceilings and new racks on the walls. circuit in shop area n Reattach handrail on stairs n Repair, repaint, anchor and light a statue of Mary Restoring St. Elizabeth Center a Lent Effort n Build shelving in several By Amanda Hudson munity Center on South Main We all bring something differ- working on the weekends that storage rooms n News editor Street, here. ent (to the work) and collective- followed, calling it their Lenten Scrub stairway treads, Saying that the bishop’s pres- ly, we can do some really nice project. risers and paint ROCKFORD—Bishop Da- ence “gives us some credibil- things.” They estimate they’ll have n Repair lock on exterior vid Malloy found a couple of ity,” project coordinator Jim The “Joes” began working on donated 500 man hours through door and install an hours on April 5 to work with Strey adds that “I think all of us numerous projects at the center April 5, with more to come. interior door the St. and Sons group feel it is very worthwhile and on Saturday of the first week- (See project list, right) n Build noise fence around at St. Elizabeth Catholic Com- fulfilling to participate here. … end of Lent. They continued As often happens with repair freezer condenser work, some plans changed as n Paint door frames, step they went along. For example, faces, wall trim and some the of cleaning the tile in walls Serving the Rockford the gym evolved when the Joes n Fix or replace floor discovered terrazzo flooring cleaning machine for Diocese since 2002 underneath. Suddenly, they west building and add a were removing the tile and machine for east building stripping and refinishing the n Replace tables and original floor. chairs Staff at St. Elizabeth Center n Replace exit lights with made lunch for the Joes each new LED lights Saturday to thank them for n Buy and install new their time and work, says Pat- sound system in gym rick Winn, director of Catholic n Add new high-efficiency Charities. lighting and fixtures to the “They are helping us restore gym St. Elizabeth Center to be the n Reorganize and best ambassador of the Church modernize the kitchen THE OBSERVER ISSN: 0029-7739 $ 1.00 per copy to the neighborhood and the n Bring in food Official Newspaper of the Catholic Diocese of Rockford Volume 78 | No. 15 community.” http://observer.rockforddiocese.org professionals to set up FRIDAY MARCH 22, 2013 and teach good patterns WE SPECIALIZE IN: God for delivery flow, storage, Bless preparation and serving Newspapers Business S tationery n Buy crucifixes for rooms Pope without them

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BY CINDY WOODEN See more coverage beginning(CNS photo/Paul on pg. Haring) 9 Catholic News Service Hindus, Sikhs and Jains present, Pope crucifix in gym VATICAN CITY Francis preached the Gospel, but mally began his ministry—Pope as bishopFrancis of for- ed the values it espouses are essentially times it was quite loud; he punctuated Rome and as pope by pledging to pro- human, “ st- insi             tect the Catholic Church, the dignity of involving everyone. While the rites and rituals of” the in- the strength required to be tender and husband to Mary, each person and the beauty of creation, auguration of his ministry as pope took compassionate to others.  times and bad, “at her side in good just like St. Joseph protected Mary and place immediately before the Mass, the “In the , watched over Jesus,” and worried as a father about who him Jesus. liturgy itself was a celebration of the appears as a strong ” and he courageoussaid, and n Brochures Brochures “St. Joseph himtaught a trade, the pope said. Install new water heater “To protect creation, to protect every feast of St. Joseph, patron of the univer- man, a working man, yet in his heart we St. Joseph responded to his called to be man and every woman, to look up sal church and see great tenderness, which is not the a protector “ them with tenderness and love is to open venerable predecessor,“also the name day of my virtue of the weak, but rather a sign of to God, openby to being the signs constantly of God attentive on up a horizon of hope, XVI, the former Joseph” Ratzinger. Pope Benedict strength of spirit and a capacity for con- ence and receptive to God 150,000 and 200,000 people” he told gathered between ’s pres- The retired cern, for compassion, for genuine open- not simply his own, ’s plans, and under sunny skies in St. Peter the liturgy, but was pope the crowds not present applauded at ness to others, for love. Fidelity to God ” the pope said. and the nearby streets. enthusiastically when Pope Francis said, “ ” for individuals and’s forword all and of creation God n We must not be afraid of goodness, ’s Square ’s plan Create a new office With representatives of other Chris- “We are close to him with our prayers, of tenderness, makes the difference, he said, calling tian churches and communities, delega- full of affection and gratitude. The new pope” Pope said exercisingFrancis said. the role on everyone to be sensitive and loving tions from 132 countries, Jewish and The new pope stood at a lectern to of protector as St. Joseph did means do- toward those in Muslim leaders as well as Buddhists, ” their care, especially read his homily, sticking to the text ing so “discreetly, humbly and silently, toward children, the aged, the poor and he had prepared in advance. At times but with an unfailing presence and ut- the sick. Flyers Bindery Services his voice was extremely soft and other       “In the end, everything has been en- understand. trusted to our protection, and all of us ” downstairs in the old This Issue The Gospels present St. Joseph as a are responsible for it, tectors of God ” he said. Bishop Malloy ...... 2 Offi cial ’s gifts. “Be pro- Headliners ...... 3 ” Appointments Continued on page 10 Diocesan ...... 4, 6-7 Quick News Nation/World ...... 8 The Rev. Bernard Sehr Pope Francis ...... 9-12 — to be Parochial Admin- DAC to Close March 28-29 Inside istrator of St. Patrick Par- Around the Diocese ...... 13-14 ish, Dixon, Illinois, effec- The Diocesan Administration building Third Talk The Junior Observer ...... 15 Center in Rockford will be tive Dec. 17, 2012. Examines Faith Forum...... 16 Deacon Thomas Mc- closed Holy Thursday, March Church- Viewpoints ...... Kenna — 28, and Good Friday, March World 17 to the Bishop,to be effective Secretary Business Cards Direct Mail Media/Arts ...... 18 29. It will reopen April 1. Connection For the Record ...... 18 March 6, 2013. Next Observer April 5 pg. 3 Given at the Chancery, Easter, the There will be no edition of n March 15, 2013 Celebration Refit and replace window The Observer on March 29. that Puts Everything in Perspective pg. 17 air conditioning units in 121 Industrial Drive upstairs office DeKalb, IL 60115 n Remove a downstairs (815) 758-5484 wall www.castleprint.com Chris Graceffa shows one of 10 n Take care of “multiple [email protected] crucifixes he bought for rooms at electrical things” St. Elizabeth center. n Build a chapel — in 2015 The Observer | FRIDAY APRIL 25, 2014 5

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Diocesan Celebrating Sacraments for Inmates on Be Reconciled Day BY AMANDA HUDSON guys need that. I thank Father have or fi nd “and make it per- News editor Lou each time he comes. We all sonal. You and I have to take can take a page out of his book. that to heart. (Jesus) didn’t just DIXON—Joy probably is not “My New Year’s resolution die for our sins. He died be- the usual emotion experienced is to make every Mass. Tell cause he loves us.” by inmates at the Dixon Cor- (Bishop Malloy) to keep up the Speaking about Be Rec- rectional Center. good work.” onciled and confession, the But for one young man, the It was evident that the men bishop talked about forgive- gift of joy illuminated his face were very familiar with the ness. “God will forgive, but after he had completed his fi rst Mass. The readers knew how to you must change your heart,” confession ever, to Bishop Da- proclaim, the song leader knew he said, giving encouragement vid Malloy on Be Reconciled how to sing, and the atmo- and ideas to help that process. Day, April 9. sphere was like that at churches “Next Friday is Good Friday,” As the chapel began to fi ll elsewhere. he said, instructing them to (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson) with men, the bishop an- Describing the general read about the Passion in the nounced to the room that “I’ll Bishop David Malloy poses outside the gates at Dixon Correctional Center on April 9. He heard confessions from inmates during “Be Rec- boundaries of the diocese, Gospels “when his forgiveness be happy to hear confessions if onciled” day. Bishop Malloy told the men, “I for all of us exploded into the anybody would like to go.” But wanted to be here with you … world … the young man had questions: reconciliation. Catholic Bible study with help I think it is really important for “The story is real. Jesus’ love “What is it? What do you do? I The Catholic men at Dixon from laity also. me to come here and be with for you is real. But you have to always wanted to go, but never Correctional Center are luckier Following just under an hour you.” try and meet him now.” knew how to …” than many in their situation of confessions, Bishop Mal- He shared that his previous Several men gathered around Reassured that Bishop Mal- because they are able to attend loy said Mass for the 40-some visits to other prisons resulted Bishop Malloy after the Mass loy would help him through it in many people thanking him to shake hands and exchange Mass each week, thanks to Fa- men who gathered in the con- all, he took a deep breath and for remembering those who are a few words. Two more men ther Louis Tosto, parochial ad- crete and wood chapel. Some nodded. Introduced to the bish- incarcerated. asked to go to confession, and ministrator of St. Mary Parish op, they went to a side room off hadn’t heard it was the bishop “You are not forgotten,” he it was quickly arranged. the hallway outside the chapel in Polo. He provides Mass most who would be the celebrant and emphasized. “I’m sure it’s dif- “He makes us feel like he’s for confession. Several other Thursdays for around 80 men, asked who he was. One said he fi cult (to be here), but don’t feel one of us … ,” one man said of men soon were lining up to and Father William Antillon, had just heard about the Mass forgotten.” Pointing to the up- the bishop, “When he speaks, take their turn. pastor of St. Mary Parish in that morning. Another noted coming Holy Week, he said the he brings you in closer.” And so, Be Reconciled came Morrison, fi lls in as needed. Pa- that some 20 other guys would week is “a reminder in another Yet another man said, “For to this part of the diocese as perwork for three other priests have come, but they were on way to say ‘(You’re) not alone me, (the bishop’s visit) shows Catholics throughout the 11 is being processed for approval work duty. here.’ Celebrate that Jesus died respect for us.” counties came to churches by the state so they can serve Still another said, “It’s a nice for me and for you.” He paused a moment, then large and small to receive the there as well, Father Tosto says, treat to know that the higher- The bishop asked them to said simply, “I can’t put it into always-important sacrament of adding that hopes are to start a ups are concerned. A lot of look at any cross they might words what it means.” Be Reconciled Heralded as Success in Western Parishes BY TONY CARTON cus to its normal Lent routine ciled, was an opportunity for or just make Observer correspondent of confessions and devotion on folks who have felt the long- a meaningful April 9, the fi nal Wednesday of ing for reconciliation to come confession. DIOCESE—The Diocese of Lent before Holy Week. forward and discuss their ques- Father Jo- Rockford added a special fo- The initiative, Be Recon- tions or concerns with a priest seph Naill, pastor at St. Mary Parish in Oregon, was “a little w o r r i e d ” when no one showed up for the fi rst 20 minutes of Be Reconciled. But then from 9:20 a.m. un- (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson) til at least 5 Father Joseph Naill, pastor of St. Mary Parish, Ore- p.m., when gon, was among the priests in the Rockford Diocese The Observer who took part in Be Reconciled, April 9. checked at his parish, he was said. “It was kind of a steady busy. fl ow during the day and I was It was “a phenomenal day … impressed.” it has just been a blessed day of She said she thought Be Rec- mercy,” he said. “People have onciled was well organized and seen (ads) on television, in The appropriately presented. Observer, in bulletins, and they “I think people were encour- are so grateful for this day. This aged to come in,” said House. I could do again!” “I don’t think we would have Jeanie House is the adminis- had the numbers we did had it trative assistant with St. Mary not been promoted like it was.” Parish in Morrison. She said The parish had ordered spe- pastor, Father William Antil- cial leafl ets outlining the sig- lon was available for confes- nifi cance of reconciliation and sions 9 a.m.-noon and 1-3:30 House said she thought the p.m. Wednesday and the par- pamphlets served as a sort of ish hosted a Lent reconciliation refresher for folks that had been service Thursday evening. away from the confessional for “Father said around 10 peo- a while. ple came in Wednesday and, of “We all sin you know, some- course, we are a small parish times not on purpose either, but and I actually thought that was people seem to have forgotten a pretty good number,” House what confession is all about Continued on page 32 T he Observer | FRIDAY APRIL 25, 2014 7

Diocesan Fox Valley Priests Also Busy April 9 By Pat Szpekowski Bridget Church in Loves Park, scary. But doing it this way in Observer Correspondent said, “Mass this morning in our parishes in such a specific our chapel was so much more and organized way is wonder- FOX VALLEY—Throughout crowded today than ever. It was ful. One of the most unique the Fox Valley area, the faith- full. We also have Adoration of things about Catholicism is ful of all ages arrived at their the Blessed Sacrament every confession and the forgiveness parishes from morning until Wednesday in the chapel, too. of our sins.” the evening to take part in con- Right after Mass, there was a At St. Mary Parish, Huntley, fession on Be Reconciled day, long line for confession. It is confessions began at 8:30am. April 9. Many parishes also of- so wonderful to see our parish “Our church has been very fered adoration of the Blessed embrace Be Reconciled.” busy since morning,” said Ma- Sacrament in the church or Taeyaerts added, “It was ria Maddox, parish secretary. chapel to help people center such a good idea to have the Be “There have been long lines their thoughts and prayers be- Reconciled day. It posed a non- here all day.” fore confession. (Observer photo by Dan Szpekowski) threatening atmosphere for Msgr. Stephen Knox, pastor, Joyce Romke (left) and Judy Taeyaerts went to confession at St. Thom- While many people are regu- confession. We had informa- appeared a little exhausted with as More Parish in Elgin on Be Reconciled day. lar weekly or monthly confes- tion in our bulletins and I saw about six more hours ahead sors, a large number of pa- it in the newspapers, too.” of him. He heard confessions rishioners who tended to the Parishioner Sue Moylan throughout the day with Father sacrament of reconciliation on wanted to thank Bishop Da- Jonathan Bakkeland, parochial this day had not taken part for vid Malloy for Be Reconciled. vicar, and another priest. years, if not decades. Be Rec- She read an article in the local “To hear today’s confessions onciled brought confession to paper with was awesome,” Msgr. Knox a priority, especially during Bishop Mal- said. “Why? Because hearing Lent. loy’s photo the confessions of people who As they were leaving St. earlier in the have not confessed their sins Church, Elgin, morning. for years was truly a gift. Es- early in the morning, parish- “It’s an ex- pecially to hear and sense their ioners Joyce Romke and Judy cellent idea joy. This Be Reconciled day is (Observer photo by Dan Szpekowski) Taeyaerts felt blessed. Joyce and brought very special.” St. Rita of Cascia Parish in Aurora was one of many in the diocese that Romke, mother of Father Keith the sacrament Maddox added that parishio- gave people a chance to adore the Blessed Sacrament before or after Romke, diocesan vocations di- of penance ners remarked how much they going to confession. rector and parochial vicar at St. (Observer photos by Dan to promi- Szpekowski) liked how Be Reconciled was nence,” she Sue Moylan presented to them in an invit- said. “Con- ing and welcoming way in their fession is perhaps the least parish weekly bulletin, too. understood sacrament and can As she was leaving St. Mary, be intimidating for us all. It’s Continued on page 9

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Diocesan Catholics of All Ages Notice Be Reconciled Ads By Lynne Conner a great opportunity for Chris- the sacrament of reconciliation Observer correspondent tians to come together and more often ... . I think it also rely on Jesus’s mercy. I heard greatly speaks to those who DIOCESE—From school Bishop (David) Malloy’s radio have been away from the sacra- children to college students to ads for Be Reconciled day, ad- ment for a longer time as well.” seniors, the diocese’s first ever vocating this great opportunity Children from St. Bernadette Be Reconciled day on April 9 during Lent,” she said. School in Rockford and St. seemed to offer local Catholics “This type of event and hear- Bridget School in Loves Park a sense of positive renewal at ing from the bishop challenges also went to confession on Be the end of the Lenten season. us to be pro-active in seeking Reconciled day. The kids saw At Rock- a few differences between Be ford’s St. Reconciled day and their usual Bernadette method of receiving the sacra- Parish, Diane ment. A d o l p h s o n St. Bridget School seventh- felt the ini- grader, Marissa Trotter said, tiative spoke “There are more priests here to those who today and we are in the church attend the instead of the chapel. Students from St. Bernadette School in Rockford line up for confession. sacrament of “I definitely think it’s a good reconcilia- idea to receive the sacrament of berger was surprised to see ter and Flock Notes to appeal tion regularly reconciliation,” she added. “It Bishop Malloy’s Be Reconciled to our college population,” she as well as to helps to clean out all the dust TV spots during local pro- said. those who do (Observer photos by Lynne Conner) and dirt from the year in prepa- gramming. “There was a slide show on not. Maria Alderson of the Newman Center in DeKalb ration for Christmas or Easter, “I think the commercials our Newman website and a “Having a said, “We have used social media outlets ... to ap- depending on what time of the with Bishop Malloy were a post on our Newman Facebook Be Recon- peal to our college poplulation” to come to Be Rec- year it is.” good way for people to know page with links to Bishop Mal- ciled day is onciled day at Christ the Teacher Parish. Sixth-grader, Kenny Kirn- that it’s time to be reconciled loy’s TV spot. We also put an and receive God’s love and for- ad in the Northern Star (the giveness,” he said. NIU campus newspaper) pro- At the Newman Catholic Stu- moting all day confession at the From America’s Next Top dent Center at Northern Illinois Newman Center. University in DeKalb, Maria “The Northern Star ad shows Model to Role Model Alderson, director of adult that famous photo of Pope Fran- Join Us... faith formation and of justice cis going to confession. The ad and social action said that the just says, ‘All day confessions, for an evening with TV and radio ads for Be Rec- come and be reconciled’ be- onciled day were just part of cause we figured there’s a lot Leah Darrow how the event was promoted of students on campus who around Newman and the NIU haven’t been to confession in campus. a long time, perhaps since they Thursday, May 8th, 2014 “We had publicized Be Rec- arrived here,” she said. “Hope- 7:00 PM onciled day through the usual fully, the students will see this St. Bridget Parish, Loves Park vehicles: our bulletin, Mass ad in the paper and figure it’s a announcements and fliers; but sign, and they’ll stop in.” “I wanted to become one of the models on the Join us for this beautiful evening with Leah we have also used social media In the end, several factors billboards in Time Square. But when my picture as she shares about her journey and the outlets like Facebook, Twit- could be credited with the suc- was fi nally hoisted up on that billboard, I realized cess of Be Reconciled day: that the deepest desires of my heart—to be beauty of Christian modesty and chastity. parishes’ extended hours for known, to be loved, and to fulfi ll my purpose in Leah will encourage women and men of all life—were not met.” Leah Darrow confessions, media public- ages to embrace their God-given dignity— ity for the event and Bishop A free will donation will be accepted by being classy, fabulous, and faithful. Malloy’s personal appeal for at the door. Catholics to receive the sacra- Questions: Contact St. Bridget Parish Offi ce at 815-633-6311 ment before Easter. Some NIU Sponsored by St. Bridget Catholic Church students saw the success of Be Reconciled as a combination of many things as well. Cristina Alvarez said, “I think it’s a very good idea to be open most of the day, so that The Newman Center in DeKalb people can come when they are advertised Be Reconciled in the available.” campus newspaper. Continued on page 10

Father Keith Romke, diocesan vocations director and parochial vicar at St. Bridget Parish in Loves Park, talks and prays with St. Bridget School sixth-graders during Be Reconciled day, April 9. The Observer | FRIDAY APRIL 25, 2014 9

Diocesan Did you subscribe to Fox Valley ... The Observer Online? From page 7 Maura Jones, 17, said that while she was into her faith, “I felt Here’s how to access much better after fi nally going back to confession today to en- your digital editions. joy the celebration of God.” ? The downtown St. Patrick Look for an email noti cation from Church in St. Charles was busy [email protected] all day, too. in your inbox. Click on the link in the letter. “I go to confession on a regu- 1 lar basis,” said Leanne Dezutel, “but this a very special day for (Observer photo by Dan Szpekowski) us. I feel that God is helping Jim Christensen, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish in Crystal Lake, said us to be better prepared for all “Going to confession is great.” of the changes going on in our parish.” “I read the information in Bridgette Behler, two of the 11 She said they will be receiv- our bulletin and was surprised senior leaders of the retreat, ing a new pastor and that their when reading the list of ‘how to regularly go to confession. sisters at St. Patrick School are make a good confession.’ It re- “Confession is very impor- You’ll be connected with our TOO website. being transferred because they ally made me think,” she said. tant,” said Gehrig. “We have are needed elsewhere. Ferguson also hoped that the opportunity to go to con- Confession at St. Monica young people will realize the fession all of the time at school, Parish in Carpentersville, as at value of going to confession during lunch or after school.” many parishes in the diocese, and “giving your own life’s He added, “I want to keep was available in both Spanish problems into God’s hands for going to confession all of the and English. His forgiveness.” time, even though it might be Father Josue Lara, parochial At St. Elizabeth Ann Seton hard when I go to college, too.” administrator, and Father Ale- Parish in Crystal Lake, parish- Behler said, “I love every- jandro Del Toro, parochial vic- ioners took part in the Adora- thing about confession and try ar, were busy as families came tion of the Blessed Sacrament to go as often as possible. It’s with their young children. and confession. good to have the priests and Hearing about Be Reconciled Jim Christensen said, “Be our assistant principal Father from her pastor, Msgr. Martin Reconciled day is very spe- Thomas Doyle always ready Heinz at St. Catherine of Siena cial to give all day access for for us. When I was little my Parish in West Dundee, and confession and especially for parents made me go, but now reading about it in the bulle- people who hesitate to go. It is I go for myself, knowing that tins and the local papers, made good to be right with God.” He God has forgiven me.” Barbara Ferguson realize that it added, “ Going to confession is Cecilia Jelinek, a teacher at was a special day. great because it gives us grace Marian Central who was at the “It somehow made this day as we receive God’s forgive- juniors’ retreat, summed up her and confession seem so impor- ness and are renewed.” thoughts on Be Reconciled. Type in the email address you provided to us when you tant. Having it the whole day On April 9, junior students “The sacrament of confession subscribed and enter a password you’ll remember. When made it easier for everyone’s from Marian Central Catho- calls us to conversion. Pope 2you have entered your passoword, the top of the screen will busy schedules,” she said. lic High School, Woodstock, Francis has provided us all his change and you’ll see “View Your Current SUBSCRIPTION.” The value of a good exami- were holding a junior class re- example to experience God’s nation of conscience was also treat at St. Elizabeth Ann Se- mercy to be reconciled with on Ferguson’s mind. ton. Seniors Mike Gehrig and God.”

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Diocesan Education Leaders Meet in Rockford

Father Carl Beekman gave three talks at the Educational Leaders Conference on April 4 at St. Rita Parish in Rockford. The annual conference is for principals, directors of religious education and others whose work includes teaching the Catholic faith. Father Beekman asked participants to begin by appreciating the stability provided by a solid faith, to remember their fundamental mission of forming others in the faith, and to realize that teaching the faith is “an integral part” of the Church’s mission. He drew from a book of reflections by

Pope Francis during his presentations. Hudson) Amanda by (Observer photo Batavia ‘Digs In’ for Education and Community Addition From page 3 rooms will be removable, so it date for a remodel of Donovan to parking lot lighting are and two upper level (for mid- can become one large room for Hall, the parish hall located un- planned, and a new brick pa- dle school) classrooms. The gatherings of up to 70 people. derneath the church. That will tio area and walkway outside Two new meeting rooms, one include new flooring, new ceil- Donovan Hall will provide wall between the upper level on each level, will also be part ing tiles and fewer but larger parishioners with an opportu- Msgr. Aaron Brodeski (left), of the new addition. Construc- meeting rooms along the east- nity to remember loved ones by pastor of Holy Cross Parish tion is anticipated to begin in a ern edge of the hall. having their names carved into in Batavia, and Msgr. Daniel few weeks, according to Msgr. The 20-year-old church the bricks. Hopes are for the Deutsch, former pastor, talk Brodeski. will receive a new roof and entire project to be completed before the groundbreaking. (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson) Plans are for a June 1 start new kneelers. Improvements by August. Catholics of All Ages Notice Be Reconciled Ads Easter Mass ... From page 8 from the priests at Mass. I think that From page 1 “It was announced at Mass on Sun- having a day dedicated to reconcilia- bishop noted that one “took day (April 6) that the priests would be tion is important because confession the opportunity … to turn his hearing confessions on Wednesday, the has been on the decline for the past 40 heart” to Jesus. He called the ninth,” said Matthew Tucci. “I didn’t years. men to that same opportunity know that there was a special Be Rec- “Having a day like this during the today, reminding them that “we onciled day, I just knew that I wanted to season of Lent provides a great oppor- have a choice here to believe” go to confession at least once during the tunity to bring the practice of confes- in Jesus and his rising from the Lenten season. sion back,” he continued. “Being on a dead. “I think that any future Be Recon- secular college campus, reconciliation Jesus’ resurrection is not just ciled days would draw more Catholic is an important sacrament for college a story or some psychological students if the event was promoted by aged students as it helps reconnect them invention, he said, noting, “We word of mouth on campus,” he added. with Jesus. can’t really imagine” the res- “That photo of Pope Francis going to “Going to confession isn’t like a free urrection, and Jesus’ coming confession shows Catholics and the pass from sins,” Wolfe added. “It’s God forth from the tomb is “never world as well that he is one of us.” offering His love and His mercy. really described” in the Bible. (Observer photo by Lynne Conner) Sean Wolfe, a recent NIU graduate, “They say that the best things in life But “we can try and imag- Msgr. Daniel Deutsch, diocesan Vicar for Clergy, ine the moment when we (our- said, “I found out about Be Reconciled are free and this is probably one of the Religious and Vocations, and pastor at St. Bridget day through the diocese’s website and best things in life.” selves will) come forth from Parish in Loves Park, listens to a confession April 9. the tomb,” he said of that fu- ture event at the end of the world. “The thief on the cross ad- Discover the richness of Your catholic faith mitted what he did – That’s the choice we have,” he said. “The In the power of the Holy Spirit first thing is: You have to start with your own heart.” You are invited At the end of Mass, Bish- op Malloy provided a final Pentecost Sunday, June 8th 9:30am thought. “My last point is simply, ‘Do not lose hope,’” he said. “Keep Church of the Holy Spirit your hope alive. This reflection (of Christ’s resurrection) is a 5637 Broad St. - Roscoe, IL. 61073 constant source of hope for all Sunday Mass - 9:30 a.m. of us, and I hope for you, too.” Come and See — Join Us Church of the Holy Spirit, Roscoe, is a Vibrant, Caring, Catholic Community

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Diocesan Chrism Mass Draws Priests, Faithful to Cathedral April 17 BY AMANDA HUDSON ing the words of consecration, News editor and preaching, the granting of absolution is not our merit. It is ROCKFORD—The annual Christ’s gift, both to the faith- Mass of Chrism on April 17 ful and to us. And in the great- at the Cathedral of St. Peter est moments of our vocation, welcomed members of par- we are aware of the presence of ishes throughout the Diocese Christ overcoming our human- of Rockford and most diocesan ity … priests to “join the Universal “Brothers, we must truly love Church’s celebration of the this gift that has been entrusted Chrism Mass,” said Bishop Da- to us … We must be focused vid Malloy in his homily. on the beauty of the gift. And Calling the oils blessed at we must be humble, thanking the Mass “the means of the ad- God for every Mass that we ministration of God’s grace in celebrate, for every confession every parish as well as in hos- and absolution given.” pitals and nursing homes,” the Again taking a cue from Pope bishop expressed his gratitude Francis, the bishop spoke of the to the men and women who had sacrifi ces, “unspoken and un- come to collect the oils for their known except to God,” of the parishes and facilities, fi lling priesthood, saying, “They must the Cathedral. be part of our life … We renew But this Mass is about more our promises this morning, and than the blessing of these im- tonight we will refl ect that we portant oils — the priests of the are in the line of those called to diocese also renew their com- (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson) sit at the Last Supper.” mitment to priestly service. Bishop David Malloy mixes the oils to be blessed for use at Cathedral of St. Peter during the Chrism Mass Bishop Malloy again thanked Bishop Malloy spoke directly to held there on Holy Thursday morning, April 17. all who had come “for your his priests in part of his homily. love for the Church and for the “Brothers,” he said, “our as being, at times, tired and cial way for us as priests, it is that day,” he urged them, say- priesthood … for your prayers ministry is strictly joined to the habitual … that means, broth- Christ’s mercy that draws the ing many returned to the sac- and your encouragement for unchanging truth and faith of ers … we are being called to a faithful.” rament, some after many years more young men to consider the Church. That faith does not renewal of the priesthood (and) The bishop highlighted the away. “Because of your prayers the priesthood … for praying vary from age to age …” the context of that renewal is April 9 “Be Reconciled” day and your priestly ministry, for your priests, for supporting “In Pope Francis, we have mercy and forgiveness.” in the diocese, thanking the many (were) reconciled to God them, for advising us and whis- seen a man on a mission of pu- Our increasingly-secular priests “for your ministry that and the Church,” he said. pering in our ears to help us lis- rifi cation, purifi cation of the society does not make that made that day, by all accounts, Speaking of the humility ten well.” He asked the laity to Church, the Roman Curia, the an easy task, Bishop Malloy a success. that comes with hearing con- fi nd their priests after Mass and laity and us as priests,” he said. continued. “But Pope Francis “The faithful were invited to fessions, Bishop Malloy added thank them. “From the fi rst, he has chal- has given us a game plan and come to the essence of our vo- that “it is that humiliation that “Brothers,” he concluded, lenged us to step out of any hint a strategy to meet those chal- cation — Christ’s forgiveness. opens us to the joy of our voca- “you have my prayers, and my of a faith that he has described lenges,” he said. “In a spe- Think about what happened tion. Like offering Mass, recit- deep thanks as well.”

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Two Pope John Paul II A chronological record of the Popes To Be Added To Canon Of Saints April 27 Prayer, Charity Surround John XXIII, John Paul II Being Declared Saints By Cindy Wooden the spokesman said. The relic of Pilgrims are expected to begin Catholic News Service Blessed John Paul — a vial of filling St. Peter’s Square early in his blood encased in a reliquary the morning, Father Lombardi VATICAN CITY—The rite of featuring a silver sculpture of said, and will have an opportu- canonization for Blesseds John olive branches — will be the nity to participate in the recita- XXIII and John Paul II April 27 same that was used for his be- tion of the Divine Mercy chap- will use the standard formula atification in 2011. let, a series of prayers focusing for the creation of new saints, A matching reliquary has on the gifts of God’s mercy, es- but the Mass will be preceded been made for a relic of Blessed pecially shown through the pas- by the recitation of the Divine John, said Msgr. Guilo Del- sion of Christ. Mercy chaplet, and it is possible lavite, an official of the Diocese The Vatican, he said, is not Follow Canonization Events retired Pope Benedict XVI will of Bergamo, where the pope issuing tickets for the Mass, al- was born. though large sections of St. Pe- Diocese of Rome attend, the Vatican spokesman said. When Blessed John was be- ter’s Square will be reserved for Website — www.2papisanti.org “He is invited,” said Jesuit atified in 2000, no relic was official government delegations, Facebook — 2popesaints Father Federico Lombardi, the presented, the monsignor said, for bishops and priests, and for Twitter — @2popesaints spokesman. “We’ll have to see because no blood or body parts members of the Vatican diplo- Instagram — #2popesaints if he wants to be present and had been preserved for that pur- matic corps. pose. However, when Blessed Other than that, space in the YouTube channel —2popesaints feels up to it.” Discussing preparations for John’s tomb was opened in 2001 square will be allotted on a EWTN the canonizations with report- and the remains treated before first-come, first-served basis. TV — Check local cable listings ers March 31, Father Lombardi being reinterred in St. Peter’s Because the Vatican is not han- Website — www.ewtn.com also said the popes’ tombs in Basilica, some bone fragments dling ticket requests, it cannot were removed. predict how many people will St. Peter’s Basilica would not be The Observer Floribeth Mora Diaz, a Costa attend the ceremony, he said. disturbed, other than to change Facebook — The Observer Catholic Newspaper Rican whose recovering from a “We hope many people will the inscriptions from “blessed” Twitter — ObserverRkfd brain aneurysm was the miracle come and we are making prepa- to “.” Pilgrims can visit the accepted for the canonization of rations to welcome them,” Fa- Blog — http://observer.rockforddiocese.org/ tombs after the April 27 Mass. destinations-blog Blessed John Paul, and French ther Lombardi said. “We invite Relics from the two popes will Sister Marie Simon-Pierre, people to come to Rome with Watch for additional coverage in the May 2 paper. be presented during the liturgy, whose cure from Parkinson’s trust and serenity without ex- disease was accepted as the cessive fear.” miracle that paved the way for “If people filled St. Peter’s Pilgrimage to the Holy Land his , are both ex- Square and (the main boule- pected to attend the Mass April vard) back to the Tiber River, Walking in the Footsteps of Jesus 27, Father Lombardi said. we calculate there would be with Father Perfecto Vasquez Pope Francis waived the re- between 200,000 and 250,000 13 days! quirement for a miracle for the people,” he said. 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Vatican, Rome Gear Up for Canonizations By Cindy Wooden Pope Francis had announced haps more than 1 million people man for the Rome hotel owners’ Catholic News Service in late September that he would will try to attend the liturgy, the association, Federalberghi, said proclaim the two popes saints Mass is to be held in St. Peter’s that already by early March, VATICAN CITY—About in a single ceremony on Divine Square, just outside the basilica owners were reporting that more five weeks ago, Rome hotels Mercy Sunday. where the mortal remains of the than 82 percent of hotel rooms were already reporting they Less than two weeks after two rest. in the city had been booked for were almost fully booked for the date was announced, the A spokeswoman for the of- the canonization weekend. the canonizations of Blesseds Prefecture of the Papal House- fice of Rome’s mayor said the “There will be a strong pres- John XXIII and John Paul II. hold issued an advisory that ac- city hoped by March 24 to have The Vatican had confirmed cess to St. Peter’s Square would a working estimate of the num- ence in Rome for this double the Mass will take place in St. be first-come, first-served and ber of pilgrims, as well as pre- canonization,” he said. Peter’s Square, April 27, de- warned pilgrims that unscrupu- liminary plans for transporting A crowd of pilgrims, perhaps spite knowing that hundreds of lous tour operators already were them to the Vatican and provid- more than attended Pope John thousands of people will have trying to sell fake tickets to the ing them with water, toilet fa- Paul II’s funeral (right), may at- to watch the ceremony on large Mass. cilities and first aid stations. tend the canonization of two video screens. Despite estimates that per- Marco Piscitello, a spokes- popes April 27. (CNS photo/Reuters) Top 5 Most Interesting Popes Who Have Been Declared Saints By Emily Antenucci and preaching. His tomb is be- nation of Christ — that Christ He is best known for having persuading him to turn back Catholic News Service lieved to have been found un- was both divine and human. met Attila the Hun in 452 and from his invasion of . der St. Peter’s Basilica. VATICAN CITY—From St. St. Soter was Bishop of Peter to Pope Francis, there Rome from around 167 have been 266 popes; 78 of A.D. to his death about them are recognized as saints, 2seven years later. It’s believed and that number will jump to St. Soter formally introduced 80 after the April 27 canoniza- the annual celebration of Eas- tions of Blesseds John XXIII ter in Rome. and John Paul II. St. Fabian was pope The earliest popes were 236-250. He is famous martyred for their faith, which for the miraculous na- the Catholic Church takes as 3ture of his election, in which a a clear sign of holiness. Once dove is said to have descend- the persecution of the church ed on his head to mark him as ended, the clusters of pope’s the Holy Spirit’s unexpected names with the title “saint” be- choice to become the next fore them got thinner. pope. Over the past 701 years, and St. Damasus was born as of April 27, only four popes in Rome and served as will have been declared saints. pope 366-384. His pa- Here’s a look at some of the 4pacy coincided with the estab- most interesting of the earliest lishment of Christianity as the popes who are saints: official religion of the Roman St. Peter, who was first Empire in 380, and he was a named Simon, was the staunch advocate of the pri- first to refer to Jesus as macy of the bishop of Rome as being the direct successor 1Christ, the Son of the living God. His special stature in the of Peter. He is said to have es- Gospels to “feed the sheep” of tablished Latin as the standard Christ helped form his mission liturgical language in Rome. to proclaim, protect and nour- St. Leo the Great was ish the faith. He is also con- born with the name Leo, sidered the first pope. Early which he kept as pope. tradition says he was cruci- 5Serving as pope 440-461, he fied at the foot of Vatican Hill was the first pope to be called in the mid-60s during the reign “the great” and is a doctor of of Emperor Nero, martyred the church. He confirmed the because of his Christian faith church’s position on the incar- 14 FRIDAY APRIL 25, 2014 | The Observer

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Bishop Arthur J. O’Neill

The late Bishop Arthur J. O’Neill met Blessed John Paul II several times. In a 2012 inter- view, he said, “I was born in the time of Benedict (XV). I went to school at the time of Pius XI. I went to the seminary finally in the final year of Pius XI, (was) or- dained in the time of Pius XII and (during the papacy of) John XXIII I was a monsignor. Then Paul VI, when I became the bishop. Then John Paul II was a beloved pope. I had my ad liminia visits with him four times. I met (Pope Benedict Father Ken Wasilewski kisses Pope John Paul II’s ring. XVI) when he was the dean of the Congregation for the Doctrine of Father Ken Wasilewski Blessed Pope John Paul II greets the late Bishop Arthur J. O’Neill dur- the Faith several times, so I know I was blessed to be in the presence of John Paul II on several oc- ing one of the ad limina visits. him, too.” casions during my time in the seminary. While each is its own special memory, the last occasion I had was an especially privileged one. I was invited along with Father Phil Kaim to accompany Bishop Thomas Doran and (now) Bishop David Kagan (far right) to attend a short meeting with the pope as a part of Bishop Doran’s ad limina visit in 2004. Msgr. Daniel Deutsch

In 2002, on the 10th anniversary of my ordination to the priesthood, I had an opportunity to travel to the Vatican with three other priests from this diocese. Every morning Pope John Paul II would invite a small group of people to join him in his private chapel as he said daily Mass. We had a desire to be selected for this honor, but we knew that there was a good chance that it wouldn’t happen... . As it turns out, we were quite fortunate to be selected ... ! After the Mass, he met us all in a larger room, where we each had a chance to be personally greeted by him. He handed each one of us a small pocket rosary. Our small group consisted of a number of lay people, some other priests, and a bishop from another country. We did have one very fa- mous person in our group, which was Jean Vanier, a noted theologian. Jean Vanier, spoke at the funeral Mass of the late Henri Nouwen. It was a typical daily experience for Pope John Paul II, but for myself and those in our small gathering, it was an experience that we will never forget! He was a courageous champion for freedom and the preciousness of all life! Pope John XXIII was the pope when I was born in 1960. The Second Vatican Council is certainly one of the landmark events in Church his- tory, and although I was an infant at the time it convened, I feel blessed that it happened in my lifetime. I definitely believe that the Council was a (Photos provided) divinely inspired work of the Holy Spirit. Over the course of my lifetime, Father Francis Wawryszuk meets Pope John Paul II in July 1990. He was on a two-week bicycle pilgrimage I have witnessed the Church’s efforts at implementing the spirit of this from Poland to Rome. “We had Mass with Pope John Paul II at Castel Gandolfo and a short private audience. council into our daily life. I know Pope said some words to me but I don’t remember any of them,” he says.

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(Photos provided) This photograph was taken in 1959 at an audience granted by His Holiness, Pope John XXIII to Bishop Loras T. Lane, Sixth Bishop of Rockford. At the audience are (from left) Fathers Willis Bradley, Leonard Guzzardo, James Molloy, John Regan and Joseph Healey, Bishop Lane, Pope John XXIII, Fathers Herman Meilinger and Joseph Rzeszotko, Mrs. Thomas Lane, Fathers Francis Moroney and Burwell Beddoes, seminarians Thomas G. Doran and Philip Moore. Bishop Emeritus Thomas G. Doran Bishop David Malloy

Bishop Emeritus Thomas G. Doran was a seminarian in Rome in 1958 “One of my memories when Pope Pius XII died and Pope John XXIII was elected. “That was a of Pope John Paul II is time of great excitement,” Bishop Doran says. “It was exciting because the fi rst time I had the (Pope John XXIII) was not in the mould of what everybody had in mind privilege of concelebrat- (for a pope). He was a different type of person. We were there for all of ing his morning Mass, his pontifi cate, including the time when he fi rst broached the idea of an in 1984. Concelebrat- ecumenical council … It was refreshing. He was a jolly fellow … very ing priests vested in a outgoing and all that. It was an interesting introduction to Rome.” room outside his chapel. Bishop Doran was appointed by Pope John Paul II to the Roman Rota. There were perhaps 20 The pope met with the Rota on a regular basis for business. “I won’t say concelebrants. After he could pick me out of a crowd,” Bishop Doran says, adding that after vesting I entered the cha- the pope appointed him as Bishop of Rockford, he saw him at regular pel behind another priest. ad limina meetings when bishops from a particular area meet with the There was Pope John pope and give him a report of their diocese. Bishop Doran can’t recall Paul, alone, praying at what he was writing on his fi rst ad limina visit, but he happened to leave his kneeler preparing for his pen (which had his name on it) on Pope John Paul II’s desk. “Next Mass. He did not move time I saw him, he had my pen for me,” Bishop Doran says. “He was no for several minutes. It dope, that guy.” Bishop Doran also served on various congregations at was a great example the Curia and saw Pope John Paul II at annual meetings. “He was quite of his prayer life and a character,” he says of the pope. “He was a strong person and left his Bishop David Malloy (second from left) sits in a chapel with Pope John of how a priest should mark on things.” Paul II. prepare for Mass.”

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Father Ricardo Hernandez

My little encounter with the Holy Father was in Rome. It happened in January 1999. I was a seminar- ian in third year of theology at Mount Saint Mary’s Seminary. Pick your medium — Msgr. (Raymond) Wahl took us to Rome. The Holy Father asked where I was from. I was so ner- print or vous that I could not speak.

Father James Keenan (left) and digital Father Ricardo Hernandez meet Pope John Paul II in 1999. (Photos provided) Father James Keenan

I attended Pope John Paul’s pri- vate Mass as a deacon at Christ- mas time in 1999, and read the first reading and responsoral psalm. When John Paul died I wrote to then future Cardinal Stanislaw Dzi- wisz to express my sympathy and he wrote me back this special note (below), what a blessing. — or get both.

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And keep up with news We didn’t expect to meet pri- vately with the Holy Father ... but and features online Pope John Paul’s secretary made the announcement ... that (he) was feeling strong enough to greet and between weekly editions. bless all those who had come to the Mass. ... Then Father Mieczyslaw Check our website at Mokrzycki told me to introduce my parents to the Holy Father. A more http://observer.rockforddiocese.org surreal moment I have never expe- rienced. Can you imagine introduc- ing your parents to the Pope? I just blurted out, “Holy Father this is my momma and poppa.” It was truly incredible to introduce the people I loved most in life to the successor Father Randy Fronek (left) and his parents meet Pope John Paul II after of my favorite saint, St. Peter. attending a Mass he offered in his private chapel. In March of 2005, ... it was an- nounced that if his eminence got sick again, that he would not leave the Vatican City. So I swallowed my pride, and took my chalice over to the Bronze Doors to be used by the pope in the celebration of the Holy Mass. My parents had bought the chalice for me as an ordination gift, and I wanted to be the first priest to consecrate the Lord’s blood with the chalice. But Holy Father was very sick ... .So on March 14, Holy Father John Paul II celebrated the Mass using my chalice. You can also “like” or “follow” us I think that is one of the gifts of Observer News Editor Amanda Hudson took this picture of Pope John studying in Rome that I brought Paul II when he visited St. Louis, Mo., in 1999. at any of these sites. back to the people of the Rock- Amanda Hudson ford Diocese. To be able to cel- The Observer Catholic Newspaper ebrate the daily Mass with a relic In 1999, Bob and Tammy White (both diocesan employees) and I went of St. John Paul brings even more to St. Louis to see Pope John Paul II during his visit there. With my press Young Observer wonder to the sacrament of the pass, I was allowed to attend the youth rally, but my seat was behind the Eucharist. stage, four rows down from the very-high ceiling. After finding my seat I can’t tell you how many couples and watching the back of Steve Angrisano as he sang on the stage far TheObserverRkfd that ...(when) I tell them about the below, I decided to wander around some more. I was present when the chalice, and that I will give them bishops began to file in, and saw then-Bishop Thomas G. Doran’s secre- both species if they have a wed- tary, Father David Peck. He pointed me to where Bishop Doran was, and ding Mass ... change their minds. I ran over and waved until I caught his attention to take his picture. Then I @ObserverRkfd What parents would turn down the lingered, first chatting with an auxiliary bishop of St. Louis, then perching opportunity to tell their children on a TV camera platform. I noticed a Secret Service agent pointing at me http://observer.rockforddiocese.org/destinations-blog later in life, “We drank the blood of and talking with a ‘regular’ guard who I could tell was assuring him that I http://observer.rockforddiocese.org/book-club-blog Christ from a relic of a pope saint was a friend of the bishops. So I was not removed, had a great view of the on our wedding day!” stage and was able to get some really good photos for the paper. The Observer | FRIDAY APRIL 25, 2014 19

Diocesan Bishop Washes Feet Of Youth at Holy Thursday Mass Deacon Robert Mitchison holds a basin of water as Bishop David Malloy dries the feet of Aidan Wiegert. Diocesan seminarian Nicholas Sentovich carries towels. Youngsters from the Cathedral of St. Peter Parish who were selected to take part in the symbolic ritual are (front row, from left) Brendan O’Boyle, eighth grade; Ella O’Boyle, fifth; Abigail Wiegert, seventh; Aidan Wiegert, fourth; Edward Drinkwine, fourth; John Winkelmann, third; Lillian Drinkwine, sixth; Teresa Winkelmann, sixth; (back) Elena Flores, eighth; Nico Flores, 12th; (Observer photos by Amanda Hudson) Jocelyn Torres, first; and Miguel (CNS photo/Paul Haring) Torres, fifth. The Mass celebrates Pope Francis Greets the institution of the Eucharist Crowd after Blessing and the priesthood, and of Jesus’ commandment of charity. In Pope Francis greets the crowd af- his homily, Bishop Malloy said, ter delivering his Easter blessing “It’s this night that answers the “urbi et orbi” — to the city and the world — from the central bal- question why Sunday Mass, cony of St. Peter’s Basilica at the and ... other Masses, are so Vatican April 20. important,” and emphasized the need for “an act of faith” each time Catholics come to receive Get reprints the Eucharist. He asked those of Observer gathered to “thank God for His staff photos. true presence “ and to “commit to Visit our website carrying that greater love to our http://observer.rockforddiocese.org and click on the blue button. brothers and sisters.”

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Around the Diocese Summer Save the Date

May 5 p.m.; Church of Holy Apostles, 5211 St. Volunteers needed. Info: 639/482- 1001 Hills Ave. Sponsor: St. Joseph Geneva. Proceeds for Holy Cross AURORA W. Bull Valley Road. Speaker: Rose 9908; 630/879-4750, www.holycross- School and St. Joseph Parish Knights Parish St. Vincent de Paul, Batavia. May crowning: 7 p.m.; St. Joseph Malavolti. Limited seating. Request batavia.org. of Columbus. Steak dinner and $2,500 Info: 630/879-4750, www.holycross- Parish, 722 High St. Info: 630/844- tickets by mail before May 2. Cost: $20 draw-down raffle drawing at St. Joseph batavia.org. 3780. per person. Info: Dee Slowey, 815/893- May 24 Parish Center after golf. Info: 630/844- 4061. AURORA 3781. June 7 Mud run: 8:30 a.m.; Marmion LOVES PARK May 8 Golf outing: 1:30 p.m. shotgun start; Academy and Abbey Farms, 1000 Marriage preparation: 10:30 a.m.- LOVES PARK May 13 Orchard Valley Golf Course, 2411 W. ROCKFORD Butterfield Road. National anthem 8:45 p.m.; St. Bridget Parish, 600 Top model: 7 p.m.; St. Bridget Parish, Illinois Ave. Golf and dinner; t-shirts Spring Splendor: 11 a.m. social hour; by Jim Cornelison of the Chicago Clifford Ave. Marriage preparation for 600 Clifford Ave. Leah Darrow, from available. Proceeds for Annunciation Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road. Blackhawks at 8:30 a.m.; runs begin engaged couples, including Church “America’s Next Top Model,” talks BVM School. Cost: $115 per golfer; Luncheon and style show. Proceeds at 9 a.m. Mud Run obstacle course for teaching on sexuality and family about chastity and real beauty. Info: $30 dinner only. Info: http://www. 815/633-6311. for Presence St. Anne Center. Info: ages 14 and older; Little Heroes run planning. Sponsor: Diocesan Life annunciationbvm.org/ (click on Golf 815/398-2411. for ages 4-13. Proceeds benefit fallen and Family Evangelization Office. ROCKFORD Outing 2014). Blue Mass: noon; Cathedral of veterans and first responders. Cost: Cost: $150. Info: 815/399-4300, ext. Benefit luncheon: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; $60 before May 4; $65 until noon Prairie Street Brewhouse, 200 St. Peter, 1243 Church St. For law 377; http://www.rockforddiocese.org/ enforcement and first responders. May 22; $70 race day. Info: http:// June 1 familylife/. Prairie St. Proceeds for Shelter Care theheroesmudrun.com/, GALENA Ministries. Cost: $35 per person; $280 Liver Lovers dinner: 5-7 p.m.; table for eight. Info: Carol West, 815- May 14 Galena Elks Lodge, 123 N Main St. June 13 ROCKFORD May 26 LOVES PARK 708-2650; [email protected]. Liver and onions or chicken breast Mass for Peace: 10 a.m.; Poor AURORA Spanish NFP seminar: 6:45-10 p.m.; dinner. RSVPs by May 28 appreciated; Clares Monastery, 2111 S. Main St. Cemetery Mass: 9 a.m.; St. Joseph St. Bridget Parish, 600 Clifford Ave. May 9 walk-ins welcome. Cost: $7. Info: Preceeded by Catholic Women’s Cemetery, one block north of Indian Introduction to Church teaching on BATAVIA Trail and Illinois Rte. 25 intersection. Tom Staver, 815/777-3452, tstaver@ 7 p.m.; Holy Cross League officers’ installation, 9:45 a.m.; sexuality and natural family planning Top model: Rain location: St. Joseph Parish, 722 hotmail.com. Parish, 2300 Main St. Leah Darrow, followed by social and luncheon, 11:30 for engaged couples. Cost: $45. Info: a.m., Forest Hills Country Club, 5135 High St. Info: 630/844-3780. from “America’s Next Top Model,” June 6 Diocesan Respect Life Office, 815/399- talks about chastity and real beauty. Forest Hills Road. RSVP by May 9. 4300, ext. 381; www.rockforddiocese. Batavia Info: 630/879-4750, www.holycross- Info: 815/398-1758. May 31 org/respectlife/nfp-seminars. AURORA SVdP golf outing: Mill Creek Golf batavia.org. May 14 Golf outing: Phillips Park Golf Course, Course; 39w525 Herrington Dr., Continued on page 22 May 9-10 AURORA AURORA St. Peregrine novena: 7 p.m. Plant sale: 5-8 p.m. May 9, 7:30 a.m.- Wednesdays through July 9; St. noon May 10; Rosary High School, 901 Joseph Parish, 722 High St. Prayers N. Edgelawn Dr. Hanging baskets, for individuals suffering from cancer decorative bowls, bedding plants, or other serious illness. Info: 630/844- perennials, annuals, vegetables, and 3780. planters; gift certificates. Proceeds for Rosary athletics. Info: rosaryhs.com/ May 17 plant_sale. ELGIN Rummage sale: 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; St. May 10 Laurence Parish, Jewett and Standish ROCKFORD streets. Toys, books, sporting goods, Skin cancer screening: 8 a.m.-noon; electronics and more. Proceeds benefit OSF St. Anthony Center for Cancer St. Laurence School. Rain date: May Care, 5510 E. State St. Free; but limited 19, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. appointments. Info: 815/227-2624. ROCKFORD Golf outing: 1 p.m. check-in; Swanhills May 10 Golf Course, 2600 Gustafson Road, DEKALB Belvidere. Sponsor: Holy Family Parish. Blood drive: 8 a.m.-noon; St. Mary Golf and dinner. Register by May 7. Parish cafeteria, 302 Fisk Ave. Hole sponsors needed. Cost: $75 per GENEVA golfer; $100 per hole sponsorship; $15 5K walk-run: 7 a.m. registration, 8:30 dinner-only guest. Info: 815/721-7167; a.m. start; Kane County Government www.holyfamilyrockford.org. Center, 719 S. Batavia Avenue SUGAR GROVE (Route 31). Proceeds for Hope for Poverty workshop: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Haitians. Info: 815/847-0656, www. St. Katharine Drexel Parish, 85055 hopeforhaitians.org Dugan Road. Info: Denise Claussens, HUNTLEY 630/466-0303, dmclaessens@gmail. Marriage preparation: 10:30 a.m.- com. 8:45 p.m.; St. Mary Parish, 10307 Dundee Road. Marriage preparation May 18 for engaged couples, including Church AURORA teaching on sexuality and family Pancake breakfast: 7 a.m.-1 p.m.; planning. Sponsor: Diocesan Life Holy Angels Parish Connor Hall, 180 and Family Evangelization Office. S. Russell Ave. Sponsor: Knights of Cost: $150. Info: 815/399-4300, ext. Columbus Council 4849. Cost: $6 per 377; http://www.rockforddiocese.org/ person; $20 per family. familylife/. BATAVIA MCHENRY International Fest: after 11:15 a.m. Magnificat breakfast: 9 a.m.-12:30 Mass, Holy Cross Parish, 2300 Main

St. Patrick Parish, St. Charles, Ill., presents “Living in the “Growing in Faith” in Divine Mercy & Presence of Angels.” By Fr. Piotr Prusakiewicz, CSMA, from Warsaw, Poland. (Includes Mass) May 23, 2014 10 a.m. — 1 p.m. St. Patrick Church 6N491 Crane Rd. — St. Charles, Ill

Fr. Piotr is an internationally FREE Admission renowned speaker and served Registration not required as chaplain to the Congregation Donations encouraged to of Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy support the Michaelite Fathers where St. Faustina began her Info: Mary Maiers religious life. 630-377-1581 22 FRIDAY APRIL 25, 2014 | The Observer

Around the Diocese McHenry Deanery

(Photos provided) On April 12, the St. John Newmann Parish high school peer ministry team and middle school SHOUT team from St. Charles hosted Easter egg hunts for the youngest parishioners. They provided more than 1,000 fi lled eggs, and led four crafts and coloring activities. Summer Save the Date

From page 21 Arts Center, 1201 Main St. Sponsor: Keith Romke or Dorothea Barger, camp for boys seventh- ninth-grades. Aug 8 Holy Cross Parish. Featuring Matt 815/399-4300. Cost: $90. Info: Father Keith Romke or AURORA June 15 Haher, Catholic musician and Dorothea Barger, 815/399-4300. Spanish NFP seminar: 6:45-10 p.m.; St. HANOVER songwriter. Info: 630/879-4750, www. June 24 Rita of Cascia Parish, 750 W. Old Indian Statue dedication: St. John the holycross-batavia.org. ROCKFORD July 20-23 Evangelist Parish, 103 Savanna Road. Trail. Introduction to Church teaching Women’s vocation fair: 2-5 p.m.; ROCKFORD Info: 815/591-2258. on sexuality and natural family planning June 20-22 Bishop Lane Retreat Center, 7708 First Call retreat: 6 p.m. July 20-11 for engaged couples. Cost: $45. Info: ROCKFORD E. McGregor Road. Representatives a.m. July 23; Bishop Lane Retreat Diocesan Respect Life Offi ce, 815/399- June 16 World Wide Marriage Encounter of women’s religious orders. Free. Center, 7708 E. McGregor Road. DEKALB 4300, ext. 381; www.rockforddiocese. Weekend: Bishop Lane Retreat Info: Father Keith Romke or Dorothea Vocations camp for young men 10th- Wisconsin pilgrimage: 6:30 a.m.-7 org/respectlife/nfp-seminars. Center, 7708 W. McGregor Road. Info: Barger, 815/399-4300. grade through college. Cost: $90. p.m.; St. Mary Parish, 302 Fisk Ave. www.wwme.org Travel to Our Lady of Good Help, New Info: Father Keith Romke or Dorothea Aug 10 Franken, Wis.; lunch included. Cost: June 28 Barger, 815/399-4300. AURORA $60 per person. Info: 815/758-5432. June 21-22 DIXON Summer festival: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; ROCKFORD Marriage preparation: 10:30 a.m.-8:45 July 27-Aug 1 St. Therese of Jesus Parish, 271 N. June 17-19 Spanish Engaged Encounter: 8 p.m.; St. Patrick Parish, 612 S. Highland ELIZABETH Farnsworth Ave. Opens with Mass. ROCKFORD a.m., St. Edward Parish, 3004 Ave. Marriage preparation for engaged Youth programs: 5:30-8:30 p.m. St. Health care camp: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; St. 11th St. Sponsor: Life and Family couples, including Church teaching Mary Parish, 112 E. Washington St. Sept 28 Anthony College of Nursing, OSF Evangelization Offi ce. Cost: $150 per on sexuality and family planning. For children of St. Mary Parish and St. ELIZABETH Guilford Square, 698 Featherstone couple. Info: 815/399-4300. Sponsor: Diocesan Life and Family John the Evanglist Parish in Hanover. Breakfast buffet: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Road. Box lunches, snacks, t-shirts Evangelization Offi ce. Cost: $150. Info: Vacation Bible School for preschoolers St. Mary Parish, 112 E. Washington and introduction to health care June 22-25 815/399-4300, ext. 377; http://www. through fi fth-graders; leadership St. Sponsor: Altar and Rosary Society. careers. Limited to 60 students, sixth- ROCKFORD rockforddiocese.org/familylife/. program for sixth- through ninth-graders. Casseroles, quiches, pancakes and through eighth-grade. Cost: $75. Info: St. Therese camp and retreat: 6 p.m. Family dinners 5:30-6 p.m. Cost: $25 more. Cost: $10 adults; $5 children 815/395-5091, www.sacn.edu. June 22-11 a.m. June 25; Bishop Lane July 6-9 per family. Info: 815/858-3422. 6-12; free children 5 and younger. Retreat Center, 7708 E. McGregor ROCKFORD ROCKFORD Road. For girls seventh-grade through Days: 6 p.m. July 6-11 a.m. June 19 Aug 1-2 Silver and Gold Mass: 2 p.m.; BATAVIA college. Sponsor: Rockford Diocese July 9; Bishop Lane Retreat Center, ROCHELLE Cathedral of St. Peter, 1243 N. Church Maher concert: 7 p.m.; Batavia Fine Vocation Offi ce. Cost: $90. Info: Father 7708 E. McGregor Road. Vocations Rummage sale: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 1, 9 St. For diocesan couples married 25, a.m.-noon bag sale, Aug. 2; St. Patrick 50 or more years. Info: your parish. Parish Education and Community Center, 903 Caron Road. Donations Oct 20 accepted 9 a.m.-noon July 26-27; ROCHELLE noon-6 p.m. July 30. Proceeds for Raffl e drawing: St. Patrick Parish, needy assistance. Info: 815/562-2370. 244 Kelley Dr. Proceeds for religious education. Three $500 prizes. Cost: Aug 1-3 $5 per ticket (available by mail). Info: ROCKFORD 815/562-2370, www.stpatricksrochelle. Retrouvaille Weekend: Support for com; [email protected]; St. Patrick couples with troubled marriages. Info: Catholic Church, 244 Kelley Dr., P.O. www.retrouvaille.org Box 329, Rochelle, IL 61068.

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Nation / World Kenyan Religious Leaders Concerned News in Brief About Somali Refugees’ Rights Pope names woman president to papal academy, confi rms papal liturgist NAIROBI, Kenya (CNS) — VATICAN CITY (CNS)—Pope Francis named British sociologist Religious leaders called upon and professor, Margaret Archer, president of the Pontifical Acad- the Kenyan government to en- emy of Social Sciences. She is the second female president of sure that a crackdown on un- the papal academy and succeeds U.S. law professor and former documented Somali refugees is U.S. ambassador to the Vatican, Mary Ann Glendon, who served done with a “human face.” two five-year terms as head of the academy from 2004 to 2014. In a statement released April The Vatican made the announcement April 12. Archer, who was 14, leaders of the country’s born in 1943, has been a member of the pontifical academy since mainline churches, including its establishment in 1994. A prolific author, Archer has published Cardinal of Nairobi, works focusing on solidarity and subsidiarity; culture and social urged security personnel to pro- theory; human agency and identity; and education. She studied tect the rights and dignity of sociology and social science at the London School of Economics each person being held in Kasa- and the Sorbonne in Paris. She had been teaching at the Univer- rani Stadium in the Kenyan (CNS photo/Feisal Omar, Reuters) sity of Warwick since 1979 before recently joining the College of capital. More than 1,000 Soma- A Somali man and his child deported from Kenya arrive at the airport Humanities as Chair in Social Theory at the Ecole Polytechnique lis have been taken into custody in Somalia’s capital Mogadishu April 9. Religious leaders called upon in Lausanne, Switzerland. since April 2. the Kenyan government to ensure that a crackdown on undocument- Offi cials began the roundup ed Somali refugees is done with a “human face.” Killings at Jewish community center after a March 31 blast in the ligion, tribe or nationality, but Gathanju of the Presbyterian mourned; Catholic woman among dead Somali-dominated suburb of at fi ghting terrorism and other Church of East Africa and Rev. OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (CNS)—Outpourings of grief and sup- Eastleigh killed six people. The forms of crime,” said the state- Charles Kibicho of the National port came in response to the murder of three people at two Jew- incident was the latest in a se- ment, which also was signed Council of Churches of Kenya. ish-run facilities in the Kansas City suburb of Overland Park April ries that have targeted churches by Anglican Archbishop Eliud Several human rights orga- 13. A former Ku Klux Klan leader was charged in connection with and church-related buildings. Wabukala, Rev. Joseph Ntom- nizations also have raised con- the killings. One of the dead was a Catholic woman, Terri LaManno “The current operation must bura Mwaine of the Method- cerns about police actions dur- of Kansas City. She was at Village Shalom, where Frazier Glenn not be seen as targeting any re- ist Church, Rev. David Riitho ing the crackdown. Cross, according to police, headed after allegedly shooting a doc- tor and his teenage grandson at the Jewish Community Center Priests Help Italy’s Battle Against Mafi as of Greater Kansas City a mile away. LaManno was a member of St. Peter Parish in Kansas City. Her mother lives at Village Sha- VATICAN CITY (CNS)— inspiration from the example of at the University of Naples. The lom, an assisted living residence near the community center. The Pope Francis’ dramatic appear- Blessed , the fi rst talks will be part of a UNESCO married mother of two college-age children, LaManno, 53, was ance at a March prayer vigil modern Mafi a martyr. Born in Culture Forum on the theme an occupational therapist at the Children’s Center for the Visually with the families of Mafi a vic- 1937 in , , Puglisi of the “Collective Identity as a Impaired, according to the Kansas City Star. tims, where he said he would was killed by a Cosa Nostra hit Value of Humanity.” plead on bended knee with Ma- man on his 56th birthday, Sept fi a bosses to “stop doing evil,” 15, 1993. Some 100,000 Sicil- has highlighted the Catholic ians gathered in Palermo May Church’s role in combatting 25 for his beatifi cation celebra- Italian organized crime. tion, led by Palermo’s Cardinal “Pope Francis awakens con- , with Cardinal sciences. Many who were a long represent- way from the church are now ing Pope Francis. asking to be baptized,” said Fa- Other anti-mob priests have ther Luigi Ciotti, founder of the received serious threats, particu- Italian anti-Mafi a association larly in the southern Campania Libera, which organized the region, where the local Mafi a, March 21 vigil in Rome. “The known as the , controls pope brings a moral renewal the drug traffi c and the massive that touches everyone. Every illegal dumping of toxic waste. day I see the results.” At Marano, near Naples, shots The pope’s praying with the were fi red Feb. 28 into the auto- families of Mafi a victims has mobile of Father Luigi Merola, become a model for change, Fa- whose foundation “’A voce d’e ther Ciotti told the Turin daily creature” (The Voice of the Chil- La Stampa. “His church is no dren) works with children in longer closed and inward look- Naples’ Arenaccia slum, encour- ing — it’s everyone’s home. Its aging them to stay in school as doors are always open.” a way to keep them from crime. Born in 1945, Father Ciotti “I’ve lived with these threats was only 19 when he founded for years,” Father Merola told an association in Turin aimed the Catholic daily Avvenire. at helping young people in fi - “I’ve gotten used to them.” nancial and legal trouble. His Don Tonino Palmese, 55, is a work increasingly entailed Salesian priest who represents dealing with drug use among Don Ciotti’s Libera association youth. In the 1990s, the asso- in Campania. He is slated to ciation evolved into Libera. participate in a series of “Dia- Like other priests with similar logues on the Mafi as,” to take Rockford missions, Father Ciotti draws place between June and October June 17 Pope Francis shakes Coronado Performing hands with Father Arts Center Luigi Ciotti, founder of the Italian anti- Crystal Lake Mafi a group Libera, June 18 at the Church of St. Come Awake Tour Oak St. Church Gregory VII in Rome Benefits 3 Rockford Diocese Parishes March 21. Priests Batavia are on the front For Ticket Information: June 19 line in Italy’s battle Rockford - www.stbridgetlovespark.org Batavia with the Mafi a. Crystal Lake - www.saintthomascatholicchurch.org Batavia - www.holycross-batavia.org Fine Arts Centre (CNS photo/Paul Haring) 24 FRIDAY APRIL 25, 2014 | The Observer

Nation / World News in Brief Marking First Anniversary of Michael R. Lovell named first lay president of Marquette University MILWAUKEE (CNS)—The Marquette University board of trust- Boston Marathon Bombing ees unanimously elected Michael R. Lovell as the school’s 24th president. He will be Marquette’s first lay presi- By gregory l. tracy at the site. Young Martin was dent. “As a devout Catholic, my faith has always Catholic News Service killed just a few days shy of his served as the cornerstone of my life,” Lovell said ninth birthday. in a March 26 press release. “Having the ability to BOSTON—The families of The governor, mayor and openly share my faith in my professional career the three people killed in the cardinal exchanged hugs and is something that I have always wanted to do.” Boston Marathon bombing ex- gestures of consolation with Jesuit Father Robert A. Wild is interim president; plosions a year ago marked the the families as they remained from 1996 to 2011, he served as the president first anniversary with poignant (CNS photo/courtesy at the site for a few moments of Marquette. Board chairman Charles “Chuck” Marquette University) remembrances and emotional before walking slightly more Swoboda, in announcing Lovell’s unanimous Michael R. testimonies. than 200 yards down Boylston election March 26, said choosing a lay president Lovell Prayer and a simple wreath- Street toward the marathon fin- for the first time was “a historic moment in Mar- laying ceremony took place at ish line and the site of the first quette’s 133-year tradition.” He said Lovell brings “experience and the two sites where their loved explosion. vision to effectively” lead the university and “live out his Catholic ones lost their lives and scores (CNS photo/Gregory L. Tracy, The Pilot) There, according to his of- Cardinal Sean P. O’Malley speaks faith as a servant leader.” Lovell has a doctorate in mechanical were injured April 15, 2013. fice, the cardinal offered the to the family of Boston Marathon engineering from the University of Pittsburgh and currently serves The families of Krystle following prayer: “God of bombing victim Martin Richard as chancellor for the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. He has Campbell, Lingzi Lu and Mar- all consolation, through your following a wreath-laying at the published more than 100 articles in prominent engineering jour- tin Richard accompanied by providential care the darkness site of the first explosion, April 15. nals and has written about a dozen chapters in various books. Cardinal Sean P. O’Malley, we experienced gives way to It was the first anniversary of the Lovell has also served as a lead and co-lead investigator for some Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh light, and our grief and sorrow attack. Young Martin was killed $30 million in research grants for various businesses, such as the and Massachusetts Gov. Deval are joined to new hope and the just a few days shy of his ninth National Science Foundation and the Department of Defense. Patrick arrived on Boylston birthday. promise of the future. Grant Jesuits across Canada plan to Street at the site of the second our loved ones who have died explosion just before 8:15 a.m. who have no hope. For if we be- the grace and peace of eternal rejoin into a single province April 15. lieve that Jesus died and rose, life. THORNHILL, Ontario (CNS)—Canada’s French- and English- The families and dignitar- so too will God, through Je- “May our continued prayers speaking Jesuits plan to rejoin into a single Canadian province of ies gathered around the spot sus, bring with him those who of thanksgiving for the gift the world’s largest Catholic religious order of men. Father Peter marked by an honor guard have fallen asleep. ... We who of their lives be met by their Bisson, provincial superior of the Jesuits in English Canada, spoke of police officers and other are alive, who are left, will be prayers for us, and may those about the plans at the annual Jesuit Provincial’s Dinner April 9. first responders as Cardinal caught up together with them be a source of consolation and The merger first needs approval from Jesuit Father Adolfo Nico- O’Malley proclaimed a Scrip- in the clouds to meet the Lord strength. May the gift of your las, superior general of the Jesuits in Rome. The new shape of ture reading. in the air. Thus we shall always love remain with us always, the Canadian Jesuits will challenge English-speaking members of The public and media were be with the Lord. Therefore, strengthening our spirits and the order to work across one of Canada’s most enduring cultural kept at a distance, but the cardi- console one another with these enabling us to go forward to divides and in one of the most secularized societies in the world, nal’s office said he read Chapter words.” accomplish that which is right Father Bisson said. “We will be changed. We will be affected. We 4, Verses 13 to 18, of the First Following the reading, and good. We make this prayer will be transformed in ways we cannot predict,” he said. With 149 Letter to the Thessalonians. bagpipers played “Amaz- through Christ our Lord. Jesuit priests and brothers and a generally younger profile, the The passage says in part: ing Grace” and Mayor Walsh Amen,” the cardinal prayed. English-speaking Jesuits will become the dominant partner in the “We do not want you to be un- helped the brother and sister of After the second wreath was new entity. 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Media/Arts Organ ‘Encounter’ Helps Adults Learn About Playing Liturgical Music By Sharon Boehlefeld host its Pipe Organ Encounter+ Features Editor (POE+) for adults. The June 8-13 “encounter,” And Lynne Conner will include recitals, workshops Observer correspondent and individual organ lessons. ROCKFORD—For many Catholic parishes in Rockford are among the churches lend- Catholics, liturgical music is an ing their pipe organs for the important part of the Mass. program. And a pipe organ is an im- “I personally can attest to portant part of liturgical music. the value of the POE+,” says But those who study the in- Sharon Whitlock, a musician strument are becoming rarer. at Holy Family Parish in Rock- (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson) An avid group in the Rock- ford, who took part in the first ford area, however, is planning Greg Buchberger (at organ), the director of Music and Liturgy at Cathedral of St. Peter in Rockford, plays the Rockford POE+ in 2011. pipe organ during a Mass. Some of the larger pipes are visible in the background (at Buchberger’s right). for the future by inviting youth “As a convert to Catholicism and adults to learn to play. from Evangelical Protestant- On March 29, the Rockford ism, I am very concerned over Apostles in McHenry. Pipe Organ Encounter+ for Adults (POE+) Chapter of the American Guild the lack of instrumentalists in “Of course, there are plenty June 8-13, First Lutheran Church, 225 S. Third St., Rockford, of Organists sponsored a suc- our parishes,” she adds. of pianists who do their best to and other Rockford churches, including several Catholic cessful, and free, Pedals, Pipes, “POE+ is a great way to in- play some organ every week- churches and Pizza event for area youth. troduce pianists — like me — end — I’m one of them,” he Held at the Mendelssohn Per- to the organ and get them in- says, “but a trained organist What: A week of classes, workshops, lessons and activities, including forming Arts Center, here, it terested in learning to become needs to have whole sets of dif- a day-trip to Sanfilippo “Place de la Musique” in Barrington Hills, a tour of featured a recital by Raul Prie- proficient,” she adds. ferent skills, as it is an inher- the Coronado Theatre, which houses a Grand Barton Organ, and a con- cert by Wyatt Smith and Tyler Canonico at Holy Family Church. to Ramirez, an internationally- Music directors in the dio- ently different instrument.” acclaimed concert artist from He says the obvious differ- Sponsor: American Guild of Organists, Rockford Chapter cese are also aware of the $225 per person. ence is the ability to use the Cost: Spain. growing shortage of organists Info: www.RockfordPOEPlus2014.com The children and teens who at Catholic parishes. pedals. attended also had a chance “There is a nationwide short- “But beyond that,” he says, she says. churches around Rockford. We to play a pipe organ, hear the age of qualified organists,” says organists need an “understand- She’s also helped plan and have had a terrible time finding effects of the stops, and, of Fergal King, diocesan chorale ing how to blend the various play for an “old-fashioned organists to play for Masses. course, eat pizza. director and music and litur- voices and pipes well, how to hymn sing” that was part of the “We can get people to play Soon the Rockford AGO will gy director at Church of Holy articulate the music for the par- parish’s 50th anniversary year. piano, but not the organ,” she ticular space, how to provide And she’s played at St. Mary says. “It’s kind of a dying art.” the right aural cues to success- Oratory in Rockford during its Those attending the POE+ fully lead a congregation ... to Latin Masses. workshop this summer, Dom- name but a few. And the touch Another POE+ advocate is browski says, can expect a and feel of the keys of an organ Vickie Dombrowski, music and comprehensive approach to is very different from a piano, liturgy director at St. Anthony learning the instrument. which is essentially a percus- of Padua Parish in Rockford “For anyone with piano or sive instrument.” and a POE+ steering commit- keyboard experience and for Holy Family’s Whitlock is tee member. organists who don’t have a lot enthusiastic about POE+ as a She sees a special need to of formal organ study back- place for pianists to explore the bring this program to the atten- ground, they can attend POE+ differences in the instruments. tion of Catholic musicians. and have lessons from organ “I began taking organ les- “We, the Rockford group teachers on a pipe organ at one sons,” after POE+, she says, of the AGO, would like to see of the participating churches. (Observer photo by Penny Wiegert) “and now I am able to play sim- more Catholics get involved ... The conference really helps Organist John Summers (seated) and Fergal King, director of the dioc- ple hymns and preludes ... on because we are lacking quali- people understand the basics of esan chorale, talk before the Chrism Mass, April 17. the organ, not just the piano,” fied organists in the Catholic good organ playing.” At the Movies Bears two cubs, directed by Alastair in stunning cinematography. 4-year-old boy (Connor Corum) family’s small-town Nebraska A-I (Disneynature) Fothergill and Keith Scholey, is Viewers follow the trio as they startles his Wesleyan minis- community and, ironically, pro- G This wildlife docu- an innocent treat for just about emerge from the long winter’s ter father (Greg Kinnear) and voke a crisis of faith for his dad. mentary about an every age, a marvel of mo- hibernation in search of food. choir-director mother (Kelly Director and co-writer Randall Alaskan brown bear and her ments great and small captured To survive, they must contend Reilly) by announcing that he Wallace’s adaptation of Todd with the threats posed by rival visited heaven and met Jesus Burpo’s best-selling account of bears and predatory wolves. — as well as two deceased his son Colton’s experiences is Though the cutesy and cud- family members. But his mat- substantial and moving, thanks dly quotient is off the charts, ter-of-fact statements about in large part to the mature way moments of ferocious fighting paradise stir controversy in his Continued on page 28 remind us that these are wild animals, not pets. Such savage interaction may be a bit too in- tense at times for the youngest Watch ‘Catholic Mass’ moviegoers. THIS FILM CONTAINS scenes Sundays at 6:30 a.m. on WREX-TV, of animal combat. Channel 13 in Rockford Heaven Is for or you can watch on the Web at A-I Real http://observer.rockforddiocese.org. PG (TriStar) After coming close Brought to you by The Diocesan Office of Communications and Publications (CNS photo/Disney) to death during an operation, a 26 FRIDAY APRIL 25, 2014 | The Observer

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Teaching Moment All Right, God,You’ve Found Me; Now Let Me Go by Bishop Emeritus Thomas G. Doran Science fiction writer, ally there? Asimov, was raised Jewish, but, Liturgy of the Church Jesus appeared to his disciples who were locked behind closed while he kept some of the exter- by Father John doors for fear. They thought it was all over and even though there nals of his faith, he rejected its Slampak, STL were reports that Jesus had risen; it was nonsense, they did not [email protected] central focus on God. He was Member of the believe. an atheist. In an interview, Da- Diocesan Liturgical Commission Sometimes when you close the doors of your heart ... when there vid Frost asked about his view are confusions, questions, fears, difficulty in believing ... Jesus How Are on God, to which Asimov an- [email protected] appears. He stands with you and says to you, “Peace be with you.” swered, “Whose God?” This is no ordinary greeting, nor an ordinary peace that Jesus “You know very well, Judeo-Christian God of western tradi- offers. He promised his unique peace to his disciples the night Saints Made? tion.” before his crucifixion, “Peace I When did the process “I haven’t given it much thought.” leave with you; my peace I give Qof canonizing saints “I don’t believe that. I’m sure a person of your wide knowledge Jesus offers you this you. ... Do not let your hearts be begin? Were saints always would have sought to find God.” peace. What will you troubled, and do not let them be declared by the pope? Asimov saw his chance and said, “God is smarter than I am. Let afraid.” do with it? him try to find me.” Canonization, the process Asimov was certain that God, if He existed, wouldn’t mind an Jesus offers you this peace. A the Church uses to name a honest atheist. He suffered for years from the fearful pain of kid- What will you do with it? Will you try to push him out? No mat- saint, has only been used since ney stones. On the day the tape appeared on TV, with his wise- ter how many times you do push him out, Jesus returns to your about the 10th century. For hun- guy crack about God “finding him,” he had his worst attack. heart, not only with peace but also as peace. “Peace be with you,” dreds of years, starting with the He wrote later, “There’s no use trying to describe the bitter, he says. first martyrs of the early Church, unrelenting pain one experiences in such an attack. All I could do Some people will tell you about his peace, but, as Thomas de- saints were chosen by public ac- was clutch my abdomen, stagger about, and gasp, ‘All right, God. mands, we want physical proof, evidence: appear to us the way we claim or vox populi. Though this You’ve found me. Now let me go.’ ” want. Jesus comes, but not the way we choose. His peace comes to was a more democratic way to Doubts about God are not necessarily about the existence of our spirits, our hearts. It is there we must search. recognize saints, some saints’ God, nor about the Son of God becoming man, nor about Jesus Is it easier to say, “All right God. You’ve found me. Now let me stories were distorted by legend dying and rising and ascending. The doubts, if and when they go,” than it is to say, “My Lord and my God?” and some never existed. come, are most likely about your relationship to Him ... is He re- “My Lord and my God,” is always better; it’s the grace of faith. Gradually, the bishops and fi- nally the Vatican took over au- thority for approving saints. “The Lord has truly been raised and has appeared to Simon!” The first papal canonization — Luke 24:34 of which there are positive doc- uments was that of St. Udairi- cus in 973. Through the reigns of the Roman Pontiffs, papal God’s Presence in Our Lives Comes Quietly canonization received a more definitive structure and juridi- The poet, Rumi, submits that an invitation that fully respects our freedom, never overpowers cal value. Under Gregory IX in we live with a deep secret that In Exile us; but also never goes away. It lies there precisely like a baby ly- 1234, the canonical process and sometimes we know, and then ing helpless in the straw, gently beckoning us, but helpless in itself by Father Ronald norms were the only legitimate not. to make us pick it up. Rolheiser, OMI way one could be made a saint. That can be very helpful in un- President of the Oblate For example, C.S. Lewis, in explaining why he finally became, In 1983, Pope John Paul II derstanding our faith. One of the School of Theology, in his words, “the most reluctant convert in the history of Chris- made sweeping changes in the reasons why we struggle with San Antonio, Texas tendom,” writes that, for years, he was able to effectively ignore canonization procedure, which faith is that God’s presence in- a voice inside him, precisely, because it was almost non-existent, www.ronrolheiser.com shortened the time for the pro- side us and in our world is rarely almost unfelt, and largely unnoticed. dramatic, overwhelming, sensational, something impossible to On the other hand, in retrospect, he realized it had always been cess that begins after the death ignore. God doesn’t work like that. Rather God’s presence, much there, a gentle, incessant nudge, beckoning him to draw from of a Catholic whom people re- to our frustration and loss of patience sometimes, is something it, something he eventually recognized as a gentle, but unyield- gard as holy. that lies quiet and seemingly helpless inside us. It rarely makes a ing, imperative, a “compulsion” The local bishop investigates huge splash. which, if obeyed, leads to libera- Why doesn’t God the candidate’s life and writings Because we are not sufficiently aware of this, we tend to mis- tion. for heroic virtue (or martyrdom) understand the dynamics of faith and find ourselves habitually Ruth Burrows, the British Car- show Himself to us and orthodoxy of doctrine and trying to ground our faith on precisely something that is loud and melite and mystic, describes a more directly and the practice of the three theo- dramatic. We are forever looking for something beyond what God similar experience in her auto- more powerfully logical virtues: faith, hope and gives us. But we should know from the very way God was born biography, “Before the Living charity. into our world, that faith needs to ground itself on something that God.” Chronicling her late ado- so as to make faith Then a panel of theologians is quiet and undramatic. lescent years, Burrows describes easier? That’s a at the Vatican evaluates the Jesus, as we know, was born into our world with no fanfare both her religious flightiness and candidate. After approval by and no power, a baby lying helpless in the straw, another child her lack of attraction to the reli- fair question for the panel and cardinals of the among millions. Nothing spectacular to human eyes surrounded gious life at that time in her life. which, partly, there Congregation for the Causes of his birth. Then, during his ministry, he never performed miracles Yet she eventually ends up not is no fully satisfying Saints, the pope proclaims the to prove his divinity; but only as acts of compassion or to reveal only being serious about religion candidate “venerable.” something about God. Jesus never used divine power in an at- but becoming a Carmelite nun. answer. The next step, beatification, tempt to prove that God exists, beyond doubt. His ministry, like What happened? One day, in a requires evidence of one mira- his birth, wasn’t an attempt to prove God’s existence. It was in- chapel, almost against her will, triggered by a series of accidental cle (except in the case of mar- tended rather to teach us what God is like and that God loves us circumstances, she opened herself to a voice inside her that she tyrs). Since miracles are consid- unconditionally. had, until then, mainly ignored because it lay inside her precisely ered proof that the person is in Moreover, Jesus’ teaching about God’s presence in our lives as a voice that was almost non-existent, almost unfelt, and largely heaven and can intercede for us, also makes clear that this presence is mostly quiet and hidden, unnoticed. But once touched, it gushed up as the deepest and most the miracle must take place af- a plant growing silently as we sleep, yeast leavening dough in a real thing inside her and set the direction of her life forever after- ter the candidate’s death and as manner hidden from our eyes, summer slowly turning a barren wards. Like C.S. Lewis, she too, once she had opened herself to it, a result of a specific petition to tree green, an insignificant mustard plant eventually surprising felt it as an unyielding moral compulsion opening her to ultimate the candidate. us with its growth, a man or woman forgiving an enemy. God, liberation. When the pope proclaims the it seems, works in ways that are quiet and hidden from our eyes. Why doesn’t God show Himself to us more directly and more candidate beatified or “blessed,” The God that Jesus incarnates is neither dramatic nor splashy. powerfully so as to make faith easier? That’s a fair question for the person can be venerated by And there’s an important faith-lesson in this. Simply put, God which, partly, there is no fully satisfying answer. But the answer a particular region or group of lies inside us, deep inside, but in a way that’s almost non-exis- we do have lies in understanding the manner in which God mani- people with whom the person tent, almost unfelt, largely unnoticed, and easily ignored. How- fests Himself in our lives and in our world. holds special importance. After ever, while that presence is never overpowering, it has within it a Unlike most everything else that’s trying to get our attention, the miracle is declared, the pope gentle, unremitting imperative, a compulsion towards something God never tries to overwhelm us. God, more than anyone else, may canonize the person. higher, which invites us to draw upon it. And, if we do draw upon respects our freedom. For this reason, God lies everywhere, in- Remember canonization does it, it gushes up in us in an infinite stream that instructs us, nur- side us and around us, almost unfelt, largely unnoticed, and easily not “make” someone a saint, it tures us, and fills us with endless energy. ignored, a quiet, gentle nudge; but, if drawn upon, the ultimate simply recognizes what God This is important for understanding faith. God lies inside us as stream of love and energy. has already done. The Observer | FRIDAY APRIL 25, 2014 27

Viewpoints Different View CNS/Joe Heller In His Presence “In His Presence.” What a beautiful theme for our annual di- ocesan stewardship appeal. Those three words are powerful in so many ways. They could be used as a goal, a pronouncement, a description, a dwelling place. No matter how the words are used in association with our faith and our God surely conjures feelings of security, peace, contentment and reverence. And for those of us that work From the Editor every day for the people of the by Penny Wiegert Diocese of Rockford, “In His Editor Presence” is a simple yet strong The Observer reminder that all the tasks we take on and the work we do is done for God as he watches over [email protected] and guides us and that our work is for all the people of God who, like us, are “In His Presence” too. If you are receiving this week’s Observer as a result of the an- nual appeal this weekend, I hope you enjoy it and consider joining our great family of subscribers both in print and online. If you do, you’ll get interesting news and information each week that is sure to help you focus on being in the presence of Christ no matter how hectic your life can be. Even if you just choose to enjoy this issue, please read more about the annual diocesan appeal on pages 16 and 17. And be sure to watch the brief and beautiful video highlighting just some the Easter in the Context of Marriage benefi ciaries of the annual appeal at site www.rockforddiocese. The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops husband and wife will welcome a child with love org/stewardship. If you have ever had a child in religious educa- designated a week in February as National Mar- and longing as the most sacred gift from God. tion, been a catechist, taken a ministry class, ministry formation, riage Week for us to celebrate the blessings of One of our programs works with couples to been to the Youth Summit, participated in Be Reconciled, have a traditional marriage. develop communication skills, to learn about deacon in your parish or your family, have had a child confi rmed My refl ection on that took me to Southeast maternal health and nutrition, and to engage in or been confi rmed yourself, or just simply belong to a parish with Asia where I grew up and a region that shows mutual decision-making pertaining to anything a resident priest, then you have benefi ted from Diocesan Steward- alarming rates of decline in marriage. from fi nance to child rearing to provisions for ship. Thank you for your prayerful and generous support. There are many reasons for this phenomenon, the safe delivery of the baby. The words “In His Presence” also remind me of something very but of particu- It is a fi rst step for husbands and wives to learn special taking place this weekend in Rome. Pope John XXIII and Our Global Family lar interest to to relate, to be considerate of the other, empa- Pope John Paul II will be canonized as saints of the church. You me is that as thize, cherish each other and see themselves can read more about this historic event in this issue beginning on by Carolyn Woo women gain bonded as a couple. Other programs embed a page 12. President and CEO Most of us especially remember Pope John Paul II. Not only Catholic Relief Services more education focus on livelihood. It enables women and their in some South- families to reverse perpetual hunger and pov- did he teach us about living the faith, he taught us very publically east Asian erty. These programs build a level of security, about letting go of this world to be really and truly “In His Pres- countries, they of self-worth, and dignity, which in turn fosters ence.” Catholic News Service are less likely happier marriages and families. The fi rst time I saw Pope John Paul II up close, I was waving a to marry. I often think that our vows would be audacious yellow handkerchief and chanting “JP II, we love you,” along with The role of women and particularly their rela- unless we recognize that Christian marriage is a about 80,000 others in Mile High Stadium in Denver, Colorado at tionships with their husbands in Asian marriag- divine pact: God is in us, God gives us to each the Mass which opened World Youth Day. I remember too, how es have probably not evolved to the same extent other, God is with us, his grace is ever there for wonderful it was to have the Holy Father pray with us at Cherry as they have in married couples in the U.S. This the asking. Creek State Park during the evening vigil. He stayed almost 30 is not just a matter of whether household chores Marriage grows through challenges and heart- minutes more than he was scheduled and as the chants of JP II and care for children are shared (they are less so aches. I was deeply moved when a childhood we love you, fi lled the air again, the pope responded with hands in Asian households), but pertains to the bedrock friend told me that her faith truly grew when waving ... “and JP II loves you too.” And then the next day at of any long-term loving relationship: good com- she decided to stay in a very diffi cult marriage Mass he said, “Young pilgrims, Christ needs you to enlighten the munication, mutual respect, sharing in decision- when families and friends all advised her to seek world and to show it the “path to life” (Ps 16,11). The challenge making, growing together and fi delity. a divorce. She did not want that and sought God is to make the Church’s “yes” to Life concrete and effective. The In some countries, more women than men because she could not do it on her own. struggle will be long, and it needs each one of you. Place your seek graduate degrees. But attitudes, roles and She now has chronic pain, and he is paralyzed intelligence, your talents, your enthusiasm, your compassion and cultural norms take time to evolve and the gap from a stroke, but they have a new sense of ap- your fortitude at the service of life! Have no fear.” between women’s expectations and their spous- preciation for each other, eyes to see each other It was a blessing to be in his presence during his life among us. es’ ability to fi nd the common ground needs at- and hearts that open up for another chapter of Watch for more on the canonization next week from The Observ- tention and work. this love story. er’s Sharon Boehlefeld who is covering the ceremony in Rome. In my work with Catholic Relief Services, we Love, disappointments, betrayals, wounds, She is sure to help us all be in the moment with our two newest work to support natural family planning. We healing, forgiveness, redemption, new life — saints now “In His Presence” as well. recognize that it is not just a method for child these sound like the Easter story in the micro- spacing, but that it also embeds the hope that cosm of a marriage. From Our Readers All the Best I can honestly state that he is the minds of so many people We read ... that Father Da- truly one of the best priests in will always be one of a prayer- vid (Engbarth) will be retiring our Diocese. His compassion ful, loving and helpful priest. I from Our Lady of Good Coun- for others and his efforts to wish him nothing but the best sel. Having played the trumpet help those who struggle in so and will pray for him. at his ordination in 1976 and many ways is truly outstand- (Photo by Salt and Light) knowing him when he was at ing. He will be missed but the Norb Rozanski Pope John Paul II looks at the crowd gathered at World Youth Day as our parish and now at OLGC, memories he leaves behind in Aurora he arrives for Mass on Aug. 15, 1993. To send letters to us please use one of the following: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, Mail: The Observer, Email: or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of The Diocese of Rockford [email protected] 555 Colman Center Drive (Please put Letter to the Editor speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, P.O. Box 7044 in the subject line.) and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. 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A Good News Story Jesus Talks of the Good Shepherd Catholic News Service no concern for the sheep. I am the ‘I am men, amen, I say to the gate Q&A good shepherd, and I know mine you,” Jesus said to the and mine know me.” for the How does a crowd, “whoever does Then Jesus tried to show the “A sheep.’ shepherd enter his spiritual meaning of his story about not enter a sheepfold through the sheepfold? gate but climbs over elsewhere is a the shepherd. “Just as the Father thief and a robber. But whoever en- What did Jesus say knows me and I know the Father, I he would do for his ters through the gate is the shepherd will lay down my life for the sheep. sheep? of the sheep. ... The sheep hear his ... The Father loves me, because I voice, as he calls his own sheep by Read more about it in lay down my life in order to take it name and leads them out.” (CNS) John 10 up again. No one takes it from me, Jesus knew that the people who but I lay it down on my own. I have will run away from him because and go out and find pasture.” power to lay it down, and power to were listening today would under- they do not recognize the voice of Jesus held up one finger to stand his parable about a shepherd strangers.” emphasize his next point: “A thief take it up again. This command I and his sheep, because many of Then Jesus explained his mes- comes only to ... destroy; I came have received from my Father.” them owned sheep or lived near sage in plain language. “Amen, so that they might have life and When Jesus had finished his someone who did. But Jesus was amen, I say to you, I am the gate have it more abundantly. I am the parable, some of the people argued not finished with his story. for the sheep. All who came [before good shepherd. ... A hired man ... among themselves about what he “The shepherd walks ahead, and me] are thieves and robbers, but the sees a wolf coming and leaves the meant. Some thought he was pos- the sheep follow him, because they sheep did not listen to them. I am sheep and runs away, and the wolf sessed or out of his mind. Others recognize his voice,” he said. “But the gate. Whoever enters through catches and scatters them. This is refuted those claims because of the they will not follow a stranger; they me will be saved, and will come in because he works for pay and has miracles Jesus had performed. John’s Gospel They Broke The Comes in Code Fifth-grade Two ‘Parts’ students at St. Margaret John’s Gospel opens Mary School with a beautiful poem that in Algonquin declares “the Word was studied the periodic table made flesh,” referring to Je- of elements in sus, who came to our world. their science The Good News Story classes. Then today, from chapter 10, is in they created a periodic the first part. It is the story table ”word of the good shepherd, one wall” by using of the most well known of many of the elements from the Bible. the periodic Chapters 1-12 are so full table. Fifth- of symbols and miracles that graders Elle this section sometimes is Kalamaris and Kelsey Miner called “The Book of Signs.” were able to These chapters talk about spell Stations the divine nature of Jesus. of (the) Cross. Chapters 13-20 are (Photo provided) called “The Book of Glory,” and they tell us how Jesus What Did Jesus Say? tried to prepare his disciples for his coming arrest, cruci- In the blanks, write yes if the statement is one which Jesus made. Chapter and verse from the Gospel of John fixion and resurrection. have been provided as hints. Find the upside down answers on page 29. The last chapter of the 1. “Follow me.” (1:43) 5. “Rise and help your neighbor.” (5:8) book describes Jesus’ ap- ______pearance to some of his dis- ciples after his crucifixion. 2. “My hour has long passed.” (2:4) 6. “Throw away the fragments.” (6:12) John closes his Gospel ______by saying that the whole 3. “You must be born from above.” (3:7) 7. “My teaching is not my own.” (7:16) world could not contain ______all the books that could be 4. “Give me a drink.” (4:7) 8. “There is no light in the world.” (8:12) written about the wonderful ______things Jesus said and did. The Observer | FRIDAY APRIL 25, 2014 31

THE 815/399-4300 OBSERVER http://[email protected] Prayer Intentions and Scripture Readings May 2014 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Daily Scripture Readings Join the Holy Father in praying for these special 1 2 3 intentions this month: † Pray for the priests who Joseph, the worker Athanasius, bishop, doctor Philip and James, Apostles have served the Rockford of the Church Media — That the media may be instruments Acts 5:27-33; Ps 34:2, 9, 1 Cor 15:1-8; Ps 19:2-5; Jn Acts 5:34-42; Ps 27:1, 4, Diocese and who died in the service of truth and peace. 17-20; Jn 3:31-36 14:6-14 this month on the days Mary’s Guidance — That Mary, Star of Pope Francis 13-14; Jn 6:1-15 † Father Sylvester J. listed. Evangelization, may guide the Church in Father Dean Russell Bishop David J. Malloy O’Hara, 1922 Father Max Lasrado Please pray for these men proclaiming Christ to all nations. Father Alejandro del Toro Bishop Thomas G. Doran and women who have a religious vocation. — http://www.apostleshipofprayer.org

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3rd Easter Acts 6:8-15; Ps 119:23-24, Acts 7:51-8:1a; Ps 31:3cd- Acts 8:1b-8; Ps 66:1-3a, Acts 8:26-40; Ps 66:8-9, Acts 9:1-20; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Damien Joseph de Veuster Acts 2:14, 22-33; Ps 16:1- 26-27, 29-30; Jn 6:22-29 4, 6, 7b, 8a, 17, 21ab; Jn 4-7a; Jn 6:35-40 16-17, 20; Jn 6:44-51 Jn 6:52-59 of Moloka’i, priest 2, 5, 7-11; 1 Pt 1:17-21; Lk Father Joseph Naill 6:30-35 † Father James F. † Father Francis J. Antl, † Father Adolph H. Acts 9:31-42; Ps 116:12- 24:13-35 Diocesan seminarians McGuire, 1992; † Father 1926 Weideman, 1976 17; Jn 6:60-69 † Father Albert J. Neidert, Dorrance E. Tranel, 2007 Father William Budden Priests of the McHenry Priests of the Rockford 1949 Father Koutnik Deanery Deanery Father Salvatore Guagliardo

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 4th Easter Nereus and Achilleus, Our Lady of Fatima Matthias, Apostle Isadore Acts 13:26-33; Ps 2:6-11b; Acts 13:44-52; Ps 98:1-4; Mother’s Day martyrs; Pancras, martyr Acts 11:19-26; Ps 87:1b-7; Acts 1:15-17, 20-26; Ps Acts 13:13-25; Ps 89:2-3, Jn 14:1-6 Jn 14:7-14 Acts 2:14a, 36-41; Ps 23:1- Acts 11:1-18; Pss 42:2-3, Jn 10:22-30 113:1-8; Jn 15:9-17 21-22, 25, 27; Jn 13:16-20 Religious brothers † Father Anton 6; 1 Pt 2:20b-25; Jn 10:1-10 43:3-4; Jn 10:11-18 Religious sisters Father Joseph Jaskierny † Father Raymond P. Baumgarten, 1919 Father Richard Russo Father Arturo Mallari Gordon, 1996 Father Michael Fuller Vocations

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 5th Easter Acts 14:5-18; Ps 115:1-4, Bernardine of Siena, priest Christopher Magallanes, Rita of Cascia, religious Acts 15:22-31; Ps 57:8-12; Acts 16:1-10; Ps 100:1b-2, Acts 6:1-7; Ps 33:1-2, 15-16; Jn 14:21-26 Acts 14:19-28; Ps 145:10- priest, and his Acts 15:7-21; Ps 96:1-3, Jn 15:12-17 3, 5; Jn 15:18-21 companions, martyrs 4-5, 18-19; 1 Pt 2:4-9; Jn † Father Joseph J. 13b, 21; Jn 14:27-31a 10; Jn 15:9-11 † Father William H. † Father Nicholas J. Acts 15:1-6; Ps 122:1-5; Jn 14:1-12 Weitekamp, 1963 Father Anthony VuKhac Father Bernard Sehr Regnier, 2003 Schwarz, 1921; † Father 15:1-8 Msgr. William Schwartz Permanent deacons Long Women religious Thomas P. Lynam, 1982 Priests of the Sterling Father Patrick Gillmeyer, Visiting priests and sisters Deanery OSB

25 26 27 28 29 30 31 6th Easter Memorial Day , Acts 17:15, 22-18:1; Ps Acts 18:1-8; Ps 98:1-4; Jn Acts 18:9-18; Ps 47:2-7; Jn Visitation of the Blessed Acts 8:5-8, 14-17; Ps 66:1- Philip Neri, priest bishop 148:1-2, 11-14; Jn 16:12- 16:16-20 16:20-23 Mary 7, 16, 20; 1 Pt 3:15-18; Jn Acts 16:11-15; Ps 149:1b- Acts 16:22-34; Ps 138:1-3, 15 Retired priests † Father Henry J. Hauser, Zep 3:14-18a (or Rom 14:15-21 6a, 9b; Jn 15:26-16:4a 7c-8; Jn 16:5-11 † Father Patrick D. 1929 12:9-16); (Ps) Is 12:2-3, Father Josue Lara † Father John T. Smith, †Father Henry Bangen, Corbally, 1995 Msgr. Robert Willhite 4b-6; Lk 1:39-56 Father Andrew Mulcahey 1957 1921 Retired religious Father Zdzislaw † Father Alphonsus L. Military chaplains Father Robert Garrity Wawryszuk Fitzgibbons, 2002 Religious orders serving in the diocese

Eugene de Mazenod 1782-1861 Feast: May 21 Athanasius 295-373 Feast: May 2 Eugene and his family fl ed France during the French Revolution, staying This , famous for his understanding of and writ- in Italy for 11 years. When he returned and saw the disastrous state of the ing about the Incarnation, became bishop of his hometown, Alexandria, French church, he felt called to the priesthood and was ordained in 1811. Egypt, when he was in his early 30s. As metropolitan for 45 After ministering to the neediest in Aix-en-Provence, in 1816 he founded years, he fought the heresy of Arius, a well educated Alexandrian priest; the Missionary Society of Provence, which later became the Oblate Missionaries of Mary ran afoul of three emperors and was exiled multiple times; and defended church unity de- Immaculate. In addition to being the order’s superior general, in 1837 he succeeded his uncle spite longstanding diffi culties with other bishops. He improved spirituality in his diocese, as bishop of Marseilles, where he was a reformer and built new churches for the increased vocations, preached and wrote many letters, as well as a life of Antony growing immigrant population. A towering fi gure in the French church, he was of Egypt, a classic about ascetic and monastic life. Venerated from the time of his canonized in 1995. Oblates today serve in nearly 70 countries death in both East and West, he is the patron saint of hagiographers.

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Four girls from St. Mary Be Reconciled Heralded ... Parish in Elgin From page 6 Dubuque and Nativity BVM were among like they don’t need it or some- Parish in Menominee. students there thing” she said. Father Smith said St. Mary who made She said it was a good idea for hosted a communal penance their rst the diocese to promote reconcil- and holy hour Wednesday eve- confessions iation and should continue with ning, and regardless of the sea- during Be the initiative. son, the parish has confession Reconciled “So often people think it is daily and schedules the sacra- ment twice on Saturdays. day, April 9. drudgery, but it is cleansing and “We are not a place that is Thousands of there is more benefi t than people people around starving for penitence,” said realize,” said House. “It’s been Smith. “Not everybody comes, the Rockford washed over a bit, but it’s a part Diocese took obviously, but we have quite of receiving communion.” a coterie of people coming to advantage of Father Dean Smith is pas- the initiative. confession regularly including (Observer photo by Margarita Mendoza tor at St. Mary Parish in East a number of people from across the river in Dubuque (Iowa), and the colleges over there, so Weekdaysabout Top o’ the Morning with Bishop Malloy we’ve got a confession parish 6:58 a.m. Live on WREX-TV, Channel 13 in Rockford. already.” on WREX-TV Listen anytime to archived broadcasts at http://observer.rockforddiocese.org. Click on Bishop Malloy. None-the-less, he endorsed Programs brought to you by Savant Capital Management | Presence Cor Mariae Center and St. Anne Center | Fitzgerald Funeral Homes the diocese’s efforts to raise Diocesan Offi ce of Communications and Publications | The Observer | Offi ce of Stewardship, Diocese of Rockford public attention to the sacra- ment. “Aside from the fact that I Mondaysabout Catholic Forum with Bishop Malloy had two parishes to deal with, 10:05 a.m. Live on WROK Radio, 1440 AM in Rockford and on the Web. For live streaming audio on the Web, go to I had been told that communal http://observer.rockforddiocese.org, click on Bishop Malloy and then click on Catholic Forum. on WROK-AM penances here were not all that popular,” Father Smith said. “I can say the people who are most active are coming to confession at regularly scheduled times, so the idea of the communal pen- ance offering was to put some- LET OUR FAMILY HELP thing out there for the people who aren’t coming at scheduled GROW YOUR FAMILY times.” He said it appears the idea of scheduling extra services fo- cused on reconciliation was a gesture in the right direction for the parish. “We had an active holy hour led by both our deacons as the kind of vehicle around which the communal penance activ- ity went on and that to me was a very enriched communal pen- ance service and I think people largely felt the same way,” said Smith. “We could always ask for more people, but I think we got more than I was led to believe might be the case and I would do it the same format again un- hesitatingly.” Holy Cross in Stockton hosted its Be Reconciled event Wednesday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. “We had between 65 and 75 people, and I think it was a great idea,” said Father Michael Mor- rissey, parochial administrator at Holy Cross. He said the diocese’s adver- tising efforts were effective in calling extra attention to the ini- tiative. “A lot of people saw the spots on TV or heard about it on radio and it was very helpful,” Mor- rissey said. “It kind of brought to people’s consciousness an Because there is nothing more blessed than a new life awareness of the role or impact the sacrament can have in our lives. I think his approach to it Here for generations of Rockford area was a nice gentle invitation and families, OSF Saint Anthony Medical I think that was wonderful.” Center offers an unparalleled level of care He said he would like to see the diocese try to engage Be and support. That means a great birth Reconciled more often. experience for you and your baby. “I would like to see it maybe twice a year,” Morrissey said. “This was just kind of a start, www.osfsaintanthony.org OB-GYN – Garrett Lane 6030 Garrett Lane, Rockford, 815-226-1172 but I think it was a great thing to do.” — Amanda Hudson contributed to this story.