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Ppeo e B nedict tion. The topics include Nicene, Apostles’ creeds contain tenets of faith XVI celebrat- abortion, the economy, ed Mass Oct. 11 immigration, the environ- In observance of the Year of Faith, which began Oct. 11, The Catholic Commentator to mark the 50th ment and health care. will explore the prayers of the Church in this column throughout the year. anniversary of the Pages 11-14 beginning of the Catholics can find the the basis for the prayer Second Vatican principal beliefs of their Catholics know today. Council. Empty At the beginning of faith in one prayer: The In the fourth century, seats at the Mass Vatican Council II, Creed. a teacher named Arius indicate to some council fathers let it There are two creeds began questioning Je- the work that be known that they would most widely used by sus’ divinity. To combat has to be done to rekindle interest in the be heard, and not just the western church: the his teachings, the church Church. Page 4 “sprinkle holy water” on Apostles’ Creed, which is prayed at the convened the Council of Nicea in 325 the status quo. From his beginning of the rosary, and the Nicene where the word “homoousion”, or consub- perspective as a seminarian in Rome at the Constantinopolitan Creed, which is most stantial, was added to the creed to empha- time of Vatican II, Father John Carville tells often used at Sunday Mass. size the divine nature of Jesus. what many bishops were concerned about. The creed summarizes the basic pre- In 381 AD, another council, held in Page 20 cepts of our faith – one God, who is the Constantinople, added the divinity of the Father; his divine Son, who was crucified, Holy Spirit . | de in x died and rose from the dead; the Holy In the Sunday liturgy, the Creed, re- Spirit; the mission of the church; final ferred to as the Profession of Faith, is 40 Days for Life continues in Ba- Classified Ads 22 judgment; the forgiveness of sins and life recited after the homily when the people ton Rouge as people pray outside Delta Coming Events 22 everlasting. respond to the word of God proclaimed in Women’s Clinic, where abortions take place Entertainment 18 According to tradition, the Apostles’ the Scriptures and call to mind the mys- weekly. High school students have joined Family Life 5 Creed containes the basic beliefs com- teries of their faith before those mysteries others praying for an end to abortion. INTERNATIONAL/NATIONAL NEWS 4 piled by the 12 apostles at Pentecost and are celebrated in the Eucharist. Page 9 was used in question and answer form The Nicene Creed is most commonly LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 21 during early Christian baptisms, a prac- used, however the Apostles’ Creed can Catholic News Service staff writ- Spirituality 7 tice that continues to this day. As the cat- be said particularly during Lent and the ers have reported on some of the issues Viewpoint 20 echumenate developed, so did a statement Easter season and in Masses for children to be considered prior to the Nov. 6 elec- Youth 16 or formula of the church’s belief, forming see creEDS page 3

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By Barbara Chenevert her family has been in the area Steal away, steal away home Staff Writer for 300 years. I ain’t got time to stay here. The Creole speaking people in O nome dee pierre this area wanted to keep the tra- Language is the root of cul- A dee fe ese dition going. Many of them can ture. It’s important to keep the A dee sant espree understand the language because Creole culture alive, said Lee. The Ah see swat eel they grew up with their parents Creole language represents the and grandparents speaking it in gentility of a people who loved to Do these words look familiar, their homes. But because they entertain with music and food. but not quite what you’ve seen be- were not allowed to speak it in Creole is not a written lan- Members of Les Creoles dé Pointe Coupée gather on Mondays to sing, fore? They are neither French nor school, the language began to die guage. It is more about phonetics. speak and translate the Creole language in an effort to promote its Latin nor Greek. These are the out, said Jackson and her sister, Sometimes the spelling of some continued use. Shown are Felix and Julie Lee, Gail Hurst, Mary Dero- words of The Sign of the Cross in Mildred Duhé, who are St. Au- words will vary, and people in sin, Mildred Duhé and Mary Jackson. Photo by Barbara Chenevert | The Catholic Creole. gustine parishioners. different areas will speak it with Commentator Every Monday night, a group But for this group, dedicated a different rhythm, Jackson said, of men and women meet on the to keeping the language alive, citing an example of people living in Creole. Now she and her hus- tivals to spread awareness of the campus of St. Augustine Church each Monday night brings them in other areas of Louisiana who band, Felix, who have moved language. They sing for funerals in New Roads in an effort to pre- together to sing Creole songs and might place an accent at the end back to New Roads, are interest- and in churches whenever they serve the dying Creole language interpret each other’s stories. At of the sentence, while the people ed in learning the language. are invited. And they bring along that they describe as “romantic its Oct. 8 meeting, after they said in New Roads speak in a flowing Known as Les Creoles dé artifacts of the Creole culture and poetic.” the Our Father and Hail Mary rhythm. Pointe Coupée, this group orga- washboards, cast iron cookware, Creole originated in the colo- in Creole, the group broke out in “People always made us feel nized in 2000 and still consists of kettles and old documents. They nies, and mixes Native American, songs including an old slave song, self-conscious growing up be- most of its charter members. The will be taking part in the Oct. 19- African, French and European led by the group’s chief song lead- cause we spoke with an accent,” group originally started meeting 21 Harvest Festival in New Roads words to form its own unique lan- er, Mary Croom. said Duhé, who grew up on the with representatives of CODOFIL to promote the language. guage, said Mary Jackson, who island side of False River. “To this (the Council for the Development Group member Gail Hurst coordinates the group, known as Vole laba, vole laba day, someone will say to me that I of French in Louisiana). But when said the group hopes to put to- Les Creoles dé Pointe Coupée. Vole laba kote Jezi speak differently,” she added. the CODOFIL teachers were no gether an audio book of their sto- The language began in Loui- Vole laba, vole laba paradi Croom said that the beauty of longer able to attend meetings, ries and songs. siana in the 17th and 18th cen- Mo pa gen tan pou reste i cit. the language is that it has a “feel” the determined group forged on, In the meantime, one might turies when the area was being to it so that even if you can’t un- continuing with “what we knew,” ask, “Kamon sa va Chemin colonized, said Julie Lee, another Steal away, steal away derstand the words, you can con- Jackson said. Neuf?” or “How’s it going in New member of the group, who said Steal away to Jesus nect to what is being said or sung. As part of the weekly lesson, Roads.” Many older Creoles will place the group members speak as Members of the group may a “h” on words that begin with e, much of the language as possible well reply: “Lache pas la patate,” so that they are saying “heggs” and translate familiar phrases or which means “don’t let go of the CREEDS: Teach what Catholics believe instead of “eggs.” And some don’t sayings into Creole. potato” or “don’t give up,” a testa- FROM PAGE 2 proceeds from the Father and pronounce “th” but use a “d” in its Group members frequently ment to the enduring spirit of the because it closely resembles the the Son, who with the Father place, so that they say “dis” and visit schools and perform at fes- Creole people. Baptismal promises. and the Son is adored and glo- “dat” instead of “this” and “that.” rified, who has spoken through It’s about pronunciation and The Nicene Creed the prophets. I believe in one, sentence structure, Jackson said. http://www.bumbabella.com I believe in one God, the Fa- holy, catholic and apostolic “Sometimes it’s the way you put ther almighty, maker of heaven Church. I confess one baptism accents on words.” Custom Made, Hand Smocked and earth, of all things visible for the forgiveness of sins and Although much of the lan- Dresses, Gowns & Bonnets: and invisible. I believe in one I look forward to the resurrec- guage is based on French, many Lord Jesus Christ, the only tion of the dead and the life of languages contribute to Creole. Christening, begotten son of God, born of the world to come. Amen. For example, okra and gumbo are Flower Girl, Christmas, the father before all ages. God African words, Jackson said. from God, Light from Light, The Apostles’ Creed Each member of the group First Communion, Easter true God from true God, be- I believe in God, the Father said they are interested in Cre- 2415 Dogwood Ave. gotten, not made, consubstan- almighty, creator of heaven ole because they heard it spoken (225) 284-1098 Baton Rouge, LA 70808-2123 tial with the father; through and earth; and in Jesus Christ, as children. “We never had a him all things were made. For his only son, our Lord; who chance to speak it. We learned us men and for our salvation was conceived by the Holy it by listening,” said Croom. he came down from heaven, Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, “When I started coming to Head out and by the Holy Spirit was car- suffered under Pontius Pilate, these meetings seven years ago, game day nate of the Virgin Mary, and was crucified, died, and was I picked it up by remembering became man. For our sake he buried. He descended into from my childhood.” with a variety of was crucified under Pontius Pi- hell; the third day he arose “My Creole lessons stopped sandwiches, late, he suffered death and was again from the dead. He as- when my grandfather died,” buried, and rose again on the cended into heaven, and sits recalled Mary Derosin. “He including our famous third day in accordance with at the right hand of God, the spoke only Creole.” And group Muffolettas! ime! the Scriptures. He ascended Father Almighty; from thence member Gracie Armstrong said Ta te T into heaven and is seated at he shall come to judge the liv- many people in the area can still ilga the right hand of the Father. ing and the dead. I believe in understand the language, but He will come again in glory to the Holy Spirit, the holy Catho- can’t speak it. 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By Francis X. Rocca itself anew in the Christian mystery so as Catholic News Service to re-propose it fruitfully to contemporary man.” VATICAN CITY — Marking the 50th He noted that Blessed John XXIII, in anniversary of the opening of the Second his speech at the opening of the council, Vatican Council and the start of a special called for both the safeguarding and the Year of Faith, Pope Benedict XVI called effective teaching of the “sacred deposit of on Catholics to revive the “authentic Christian doctrine ... this certain and im- spirit” of Vatican II by re-proposing the mutable doctrine, which is to be faithfully church’s ancient teachings to an increas- respected, (and) needs to be explored and ingly Godless modern world. presented in a way which responds to the The pope spoke at a special Mass in needs our time.” St. Peter’s Square Oct. 11, half a century “The council fathers wished to pres- to the day after the opening ceremonies ent the faith in a meaningful way,” the of Vatican II. About 400 bishops from pope said, “and if they opened themselves around the world, including 15 of the 70 trustingly to dialogue with the modern surviving members of the 1962-65 coun- world it is because they were certain of cil, attended. Orthodox Ecumenical Patri- their faith, of the solid rock on which they arch Bartholomew of Constantinople and stood.” Anglican Archbishop Rowan Williams of One of the council fathers, retired Canterbury attended as special guests. Bishop William J. McNaughton of Inchon, The observances featured ceremo- Korea, traveled to the anniversary Mass nies recalling milestones of Vatican II, from his home in Methuen, Mass. Speak- Prelates attend a Mass celebrated by Pope Benedict XVI in St. Peter’s Square at the Vati- including the enthronement of a book of ing recently to Catholic News Service, can Oct. 11 to mark the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Second Vatican Council. the Gospels used at the original gather- he recalled the procession of more than Pictured from left are Melkite Patriarch Gregoire III Laham, Armenian Patriarch Nerses ing and a re-presentation of the council’s 2,200 bishops into St. Peter’s Basilica on Dedros XIX Tarmouni, Ukrainian Major Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk and Byzantine final “messages” to various categories of the council’s first day. Archbishop Jan Babjak of Presov. Photo by Paul Haring | CNS lay Catholics, such as artists, workers and “Because television cameras from all women. over the world were taking pictures, all at the gate of heaven.” said. “Is it not because they find there, or Vatican II, Pope Benedict said, had the lights were on in the basilica,” said The commemoration was less spectac- at least intuit, the meaning of our exis- been “animated by a desire ... to immerse Bishop McNaughton, 85. “I thought I was ular and less well-attended than the 1962 tence in the world?” event. Calling for a revival in the church of “The many empty seats here, five min- the “yearning to announce Christ again utes before the beginning of the Mass, to contemporary man,” the pope stressed show that we have many challenges, like that any new evangelization “needs to be decreasing interest in the church,” Capu- built on a concrete and precise basis, and 5500 St. Mary St. Metairie, LA 70006 chin Father William Henn, an American this basis is the documents of the Second www.cenaclesisters.org/metairie who teaches at Rome’s Pontifical Grego- Vatican Council.” (504) 887-1420 (800) 699-4095 rian University, told CNS. He reaffirmed past statements reject- Pope Benedict’s homily celebrated ing any expansive notions of a “spirit of Vatican II but deplored much of what fol- Vatican II” that might be used to justify 2012 Spiritual Retreats lowed in its wake. innovations diverging from traditional Many Catholics misunderstood or ig- doctrine. nored the council’s teachings under the “I have often insisted on the need to NOvEmbEr 2-4 – Staying Awake influence of secular culture and “embraced return, as it were, to the ‘letter’ of the Presenter: Rev. Donald Blanchard uncritically the dominant mentality, plac- council – that is to its texts – also to draw NOvEmbEr 9-11 – Come to the Feast ing in doubt the very foundations of the from them its authentic spirit,” the pope Presenter: Rev. Joseph Nassal, CPPS deposit of faith, which they sadly no longer said. “The true legacy of the council is to felt able to accept as truths,” he said. “Re- be found in them.” NOvEmbEr 10 – Young Adult Ministry cent decades have seen the advance of a The pope also reiterated one of his Vince Liberto (504) 250-9697 spiritual ‘desertification.’” most prominent teachings about Vatican Fifty years ago, history offered glimps- II, that it must be understood in continu- NOvEmbEr 13 – Contemplating the Story of My Life es of a “life or a world without God,” he ity with the church’s millennial traditions, Presenter: Sr. Rose Hoover, r.c. said. “Now we see it every day around us. not as a radical break with the past. This void has spread.” “The council did not formulate any- NOvEmbEr 16-18 – Handicapped Encounter Christ Yet, the pope said, a “thirst for God, for thing new in matters of faith, nor did it Phuong Pham (504) 312-9278 the ultimate meaning of life” is still evi- wish to replace what was ancient,” he NOvEmbEr 30 - DEcEmbEr 1 – Advent Retreat: Come to the Quiet II dent in “innumerable signs,” including the said. “Rather, it concerned itself with see- Presenter: Sr. Kathy Scott, r.c. growing popularity of religious pilgrim- ing that the same faith might continue to ages. be lived in the present day, that it might DEcEmbEr 8 – Young Adult Ministry “How come so many people today feel remain a living faith in a world of Vince Liberto (504) 250-9697 the need to make these journeys?” he change.”

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By Debbie Shelley teer, Keith Harelson has helped School, Katherine Harelson was Assistant Editor with the annual book fair, San- a member of the Beta Club, and taland, and concessions and the All District Honors Band. Keith Harelson, a member of cleanup after athletic events. Katherine Harelson, now a St. Jude Church in Baton Rouge, Since Katherine Harelson is a student at St. Joseph’s Academy, has always enjoyed a close re- Girl Scout, her father chaper- said St. Jude School “pushed lationship with his daughter, oned Girl Scout trips, including her” academically, which pre- Katherine, 13. Since his wife, a camping trip to North Caro- pared her for the rigorous Angie, died in 2008, Harelson lina, which Keith Harelson said courses at St. Joseph’s Acad- said he and his daughter’s rela- included white water rafting. emy, and nurtured her spiritu- tionship has been different, but Katherine Harleson is a for- ally and socially. “It (St. Jude) is they have grown closer as they mer altar server and has as- a part of me,” stated Katherine grapple with the same issues. sisted with the St. Jude Vaca- Harelson. Harelson explained, “It’s not tion Bible School and with the As Keith Harelson raises his a one-way deal. I depend on her David Goldsmith, right, grand knight of the Knights of Columbus Coun- Parish School of Religion as an daughter, he said his family and for things that if the situation cil 9692 of St. Jude Church in Baton Rouge, presents the KC Family of the office and teacher’s aide. the St. Jude family have sup- had been different I wouldn’t. Month Award to Katherine Harelson, left, and her father, Keith Harelson. Katherine Harelson said she ported him. He said it’s hard We realized early on that we’re Photo by Debbie Shelley | The Catholic Commentator enjoys working with children. to be specific about the many going to have to take care of “They’re very eager to learn. I ways that the St. Jude commu- each other to get through it.” ter were named the KC Fam- tian community groups and has enjoy their sense of humor, the nity contributes to his and his Shopping, emotional issues ily of the Month for August for volunteered at the St. Jude fair. way their minds work. I think daughter’s life, which is a reason and other daughter-related mat- their participation in many of He has served on the St. Jude they’re adorable.” they give back. ters can be a “culture shock” for the church parish’s ministries Church liturgy committee and As a Girl Scout, Katherine “It’s the family of St. Jude – a father, according to Harelson. and school activities. volunteered to help with World Harelson has also helped to the church and the school – the But he “dove into the waters” by Keith Harelson is an extraor- Youth Day (WYD) in 2010, make memory albums for pa- need to be involved. It’s a special being more actively involved in dinary minister of holy Com- when St. Jude hosted the event. tients at Charlie’s Place, which environment here,” said Keith his daughter’s life. “Most of my munion and has taught parish Katherine Harelson, who provides care and services for Harelson. activities center around her ac- school of religion classes for also helped with and participat- people with Alzheimer’s dis- “The people are amazing,” tivities,” Harelson said. many years. He is a member of ed in WYD, said, “It was crazy. ease. “It’s nice to do something Katherine Harelson stated. This is especially apparent in the Knights of Columbus, has I don’t think I’ve seen so many to help people feel better,” Kath- “Volunteering has helped me the St. Jude community, where participated in the Parents in people here.” erine Harelson said. meet people that I otherwise Keith Harelson and his daugh- Prayer workshop, small Chris- As a St. Jude School volun- While a student at St. Jude would not have met.” Finding a relationship made of true partnership

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Not too long ago, I moved to a different town in the church parish ing to hear of his demise. My husband is his next- and now attend a new church parish. I have bulletin can help – a of-kin and would be charged with making funeral Q a question about the behavior of children at simple reminder that arrangements, and his current dilemma is whether to Mass. In my old church parish, the priest would stop a moderate amount of have a Catholic funeral Mass and burial service since Mass and have the ushers assist a mother with a cry- sound and movement his son’s beliefs are no longer Christian. (Louisiana) ing baby to a separate (and soundproof) “cry room,” is to be expected from which I thought was a good practice. small children, but if But at my new church parish, toddlers (not so the point is reached A Catholic funeral Mass serves two purposes: much crying infants) are forever making noise and where those nearby are first, to gather friends so that, together, they causing disruption and nothing seems to happen. distracted from wor- Acan pray for the salvation of the deceased; and Our priest is young and new to the church parish, shipping attentively, second, to give spiritual comfort to the family as they and I think he doesn’t want to rock the boat. Couldn’t then the “cry room” is remember and celebrate Christ’s promises of resur- there be a particular area of the church set apart for available. rection and of mercy. So even if the deceased person parents with children? (Iowa) has been nominally a Catholic and hasn’t practiced Question Corner regularly in years, a Catholic funeral may be held When I met should the family request it. I think that having a “cry room” is a good idea, Father Kenneth Doyle my husband 10 In the circumstance you describe, however, a both for crying babies and disruptive toddlers. Qyears ago, he Catholic funeral service would clearly ride roughshod A(In our church parish, the entire gathering had three sons who had been baptized as Catholics over the wishes of the deceased and therefore might area serves such a purpose, with a speaker system but were living with their non-Catholic mother and well expose the church to criticism and even to ridi- and large glass doors offering a full view of the inte- never went on to make their confirmation. The middle cule, particularly from the young man’s non-Catholic rior of the church.) son is now 21 and is a self-proclaimed anarchist and friends. In this situation, I think it would be better to I would be leery, though, of stopping Mass and atheist. have a wake and a secular burial, then request Masses asking ushers to escort a noisy family to the cry room. As devout Catholics, his father and I have tried to for the deceased at a local church parish or through a Most parents, I think, would be grandly embarrassed help him to see the error of his ways, but he blatantly religious order. at being singled out this way and might never come refuses. He blasphemes against Catholicism and back. religion in general and says foul, hateful things about FATHER DOYLE is chancellor for public information and a In an ideal world, all parents would exercise infal- Jesus on social websites. pastor in the Diocese of Albany, N.Y. Questions may lible discretion as to when to take their child out, His destructive and high-risk behavioral lifestyle be sent to ask [email protected] or 40 Hopewell but nothing human is perfect. An occasional notice also saddens us deeply, and we wait daily half-expect- St., Albany, NY 12208.

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By Debbie Shelley deeper into the passion of her During the apparition, which is to Father Beard that before he Assistant Editor son through praying the Seven church approved, Mary said if took the trip he read “Queen of Sorrows of Mary. people pray the Seven Sorrows the Cosmos,” which contains Through praying a 13th cen- Father Yi, who was raised rosary with an open and repen- interviews with the Medjugorje tury devotion called the Seven Catholic, drifted away from tant heart, the Lord will forgive visionaries. Dolors, or Sorrows of Mary, Catholicism during college. their sins and their souls will be Father Beard read the book, people can connect their dis- He later accepted Christ as his freed from guilt and remorse. memorizing parts of it, and in- tress with the suffering the savior at a non-denominational According to Father Yi, by tended to catch the visionaries Blessed Mother endured during service. He came back to the praying the Seven Dolors rosa- in a lie about the apparitions by her son’s passion and find heal- Catholic Church after watching ry people “enter into the suffer- intentionally making errors and ing by bringing their troubles to a movie on Our Lady of Fatima, ing of a mother and the grace of misstatements while referring the Cross, said priests from the which he had seen as a child in a mother sharing her suffering to the book when talking with Diocese of Baton Rouge who his church parish in Korea. with us.” them. When the visionaries have a special devotion to Mary. After his “Fatima conver- He continued, “Each one gently corrected Father Beard, The seven sorrows rosary sion,” Father Yi took a trip of us everyday is given some he found they and the people consists of seven Hail Marys for to Medjugorje to learn about sorrows.” He said the Blessed of Medjugorje he met spoke the each of the seven sorrows. One Mary’s apparitions there. Dur- Mother invites people through truth about Mary, and the seed Our Father is said before each ing his visit, he heard his call to the Seven Sorrows to come to of his vocation was planted. group of seven Hail Marys. On the priesthood. A statue of Mary as the Mother of the Cross and receive comfort Father Beard said “Queen of the three beads of the rosary at Since being ordained a priest Sorrows is seen during the 10th an- and grace. He emphasized suf- the Cosmos” made him want to the end three Hail Marys are for the Diocese of Baton Rouge, nual Worldwide Children’s Eucha- fering is never wasted when it is learn more about Mary, which said in honor of the Tears of Father Yi said he has encoun- ristic Holy Hour at the Basilica of united with the Lord’s passion. led him to the Seven Sorrows, Our Sorrowful Mother. tered the image of Mary as the the National Shrine of the Immacu- Father Yi said he works to one of his many devotions to The meditations of the rosa- Mother of Sorrows. late Conception in Washington spread the devotions of the the Blessed Mother. ry are: the prophecy of Simeon, He learned about Mary un- Oct. 5. Photo by Bob Roller | CNS Seven Sorrows and the Di- Mary knows what it means the Holy Family’s flight into der that name when he was vine Mercy Chaplet, both of to suffer since she witnessed Egypt, the loss of the child Je- a seminarian and visited the Lady of Sorrows. The day after which he recorded and posted the passion of her son, said Fa- sus for three days, the Blessed Shrine of Blessed Francis Xavi- Father Yi returned from Jeru- on his website jesusthrumary. ther Beard. He noted that peo- Mother meets Jesus on his er Seelos in New Orleans, where salem, he learned he was being blogspot.com. ple who have experienced the way to Calvary, the crucifixion, he saw a statue of Our Lady assigned as the administrator Father Mark Beard, pas- loss of a child through death, Mary receives the body of Jesus of Sorrows over the reliquary at Mater Dolorosa Church in tor of St. Helena Church in drugs or strained relations, can and Jesus is placed in the tomb. that contained Father Seelos’ Independence. Amite, also received his call to relate to one of the Seven Sor- Father Paul Yi, pastor of remains. He encountered Our Father Yi also read a book the priesthood at Medjugorje. rows. Ascension of Our Lord and St. Lady of Sorrows again a few written by Rwandan genocide A few years ago, when Father Father Beard stated that Francis of Assisi churches in years later in Jerusalem at the survivor Immaculee Ilibagiza, Beard was a successful, worldly Mary, as Holy Mother Church, Donaldsonville, talked about Church of the Holy Sepulcher, “Our Lady of Kibeho,” which is businessman, his father urged comforts people as they carry the role the Blessed Mother where he saw a statue of Ma- about the Blessed Mother’s ap- him to go to Medjugorje to their cross and points to her played in his call to the priest- ter Dolorosa, or Our Lady of pearance to 17-year Marie Clare “checkout” the appearances of son saying, “Do whatever he hood and invitation to enter Sorrows, and a mosaic of Our in Kibeho, Rwanda in 1981. Mary there. A friend suggested tells you.” When adversity comes at us, joy is the antidote good friend of mine lost Here is what I wrote: and your joy may be complete,’ he the soul, which the saints called his wife of 62 years to Par- “Dear –, I saw the sorrow on was talking to you directly. ‘Fear ‘the duty of delight.’ St. Paul put it Akinson’s disease. I offered your face over the weekend. Of is useless,’ he said, ‘what you this way: ‘Be joyful in all circum- to come to his home a month course you have every reason to need is trust. Come to me ... and I stances, pray constantly and for later and have a memorial Mass be feeling down: the loss of your will refresh you.’ all things give thanks to the Lord, for her happy repose. dear mother and the medical “You don’t have to carry this because this is what God expects With few exceptions, his diagnosis that you now have alone. of you in Christ Jesus,’ (1 Thes whole family attended. We had a the same disease that took her “Joy is a choice, my friend, but 5:16-18). blessed reunion. life. I can’t blame you for being joy can only flow if you put on a “With love, Father Jack.” His wife suffered a great deal overwhelmed; however, I do not grateful heart. Ponder how many in her eight-year battle with this pity you. blessings you have been given. FATHER CATOIR is chaplain of an dreaded disease, but she never “It is not what happens to you God has so much more that he emergency assistance program complained. My friend told us in life that will bring you down, wants to give you. and writes on spirituality for during Mass about how bravely it is how you choose to react to it. “There is a noble quality of Catholic News Service. she carried herself throughout Spirituality Your choice in facing this chal- the ordeal. There wasn’t a dry eye lenge will make all the difference. among us. 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FundsDiocese of Baton Rouge Seminary Scholarship Funds What is a Seminary Scholarship fund? Who do I contact to establish or contribute to a fund? A seminary scholarship fund is an invested sum of money, To create a fund or to make a contribution to an exist- the interest of which is used in perpetuity to help fund the ing fund, please send it to the Vocations and Seminar- education of men studying for the priesthood. ians Department, P. O. Box 2028, Baton Rouge, LA How does someone establish a fund? 70821-2028. For information call 225-336-8778. It is simple. A fund may be established and named for This is only a partial list of all Seminary Scholarship Funds. anyone you choose – friend, family, bishop, priest, religious, etc. Visit our website at www.diobr.org/vocations for a Anyone can name or establish a fund. complete list of Seminary Scholarship Funds. May through September 2012 Contributions Archbishop Antoine Blanc Additional Scholarship Funds In Memory of: Dylan Juge $66.00 Deceased Members KC Mary Catherine Muench $1,675.00 Council #8878 $112.00 Murphy and Wallace Families $1,656.42 By: KC Council #8878 Monsignor Charles J. T. Murphy $20,000.00 James Robert Sr. $124.00 Mr. & Mrs. C. J. T. Murphy $20,000.00 In Memory of: Glynn Morgan $25.00 Fred Nacol $15,862.30 By: Ronnie Bourgeois Father Aubry Osborn $10,704.35 In Memory of: Audry Mae Rattler $20.00 Bishop Stanley J. Ott $26,539.50 Christmas cards with a Christian Antoina Deculus $20.00 The Ott and Berthelot Families $20,000.00 theme are needed for prisoners. Joseph L. Darensbourg $20.00 Pioneering Fathers of Grosse Tete Ridge $19,499.44 File photo By: James/Mary Alice Robert George R. Reymond $20,000.00 In Memory of: Benny Lee Butler $20.00 Father James Rodrigue $20,605.00 Christmas By: M/M James Robert Alphonse and Edna B. Rodriguez $20,000.00 In Memory of: Beverly Hobbins $10.00 Michael Romano $13,310.27 cards sought By: Joseph/Linda Daigle William and Camilla Roszko $20,000.00 In Memory of: Norman Christophe Mr. & Mrs. Joseph A. Sarradet, Sr. $20,000.00 By: Joseph/Linda Daigle $10.00 Father Louis Savoure $20,000.00 for prisoners Antoine Blanc Assembly #2047 $25.00 $14,944.31 Deceased Members of Ciro Spedale Family $20,000.00 Prisoners want to send Rev. David M. Chauvin Father John Spriggs $9,772.58 Christmas cards to their friends The Parishioners of St. Pius X $20,000.00 By: CDA Court St. Philip #1504 $450.00 and family members just like Stine Family $6,908.14 St. Philip Parishioners $1,200.00 $5,553.00 people who are not behind bars. Bishop Joseph V. Sullivan $11,201.92 Deceased Members of Ladies St. Gabriel Altar Society The Catholic men and women Father Adalbert Svreck $20,000.00 By: Family of Velma Jeffirs $100.00 who minister to the men and Tomorrow’s Priest $4,500.75 Ladies Altar Society of St. Gabriel women in the prisons located Bishop Robert E. Tracy $20,000.00 Church $500.00 $1,700.00 in the geographic boundaries Father Maynard “Tippy” Hurst Vavasseur Family $20,000.00 of the Diocese of Baton Rouge In memory of: Aldo Jarreau, Donice Bennett, Norman Crochet, Rhea Albert J. Waguespack $16,644.41 work to have cards available to White, Irene Thibodeaux, Joseph Giacone, Jack Monsignor John A. Weber $58,021.22 those who want them. Talkington, Don Redding, Cleve Parent, Ralph Mr. & Mrs. Weeks, Sr. and Dr. & Mrs. Wall, Jr. $20,000.00 Deacon Alfred Ricard, who Copponex, Fran Baker, Connie Morisseau, Vernie Father Augustine M. Wyshoff $20,000.00 visits several of the prisons Gauthier, Felix Vicknair, Juanita Wax, Curt Torrance, Kay M. Acosta and Ann Marie $4,038.62 regularly, said he would like to Jamie Landry, Charles McClure, James St. Germain, Father Thomas J. Allain $23,372.39 have Christmas cards that have Mabel Fontenot, Elaine Harelson Father J. D. Amedee $20,000.00 a Christian message to give to Mr. & Mrs. Sidney V. Arbour, Sr. $20,000.00 those to whom he minsters. By: Court St. Francis of Assisi #1915, Barbara Schmitt, Archdiocese of New Orleans $60,000.00 In past years local discount Dot Devillier, Patricia Ryan, Margaret Blackwell, Mr. & Mrs. J. Andrew Bahlinger, Jr. $20,000.00 retailers have given Deacon Pat Pavlovich, Sandra Creoli, Lucy Curry, Gay Father John M. Barbe $20,000.00 Ricard cards that were left af- Montealegre, Betty Baughman, Roberta Farrell, Father Victor Baron $20,000.00 ter the holidays. He said this Jeryl Anne Salzer $328.00 $4,631.00 Monsignor D. J. Becnel $20,000.00 year that resource is not avail- Rev. Joseph E. McLaughlin Monsignor D. J. Becnel and able so he is asking people in In Memory of: Buddy Blanchard on his anniversary Marie Delphine Becnel $694.54 the diocese to bring cards they By: Marian L. Blanchard $100.00 $19,424.06 Monsignor D. J. Becnel (St. Aloyouis) $20,000.00 have to their church during Oc- Msgr. Leonard Robin Marie Delphine Becnel $20,000.00 tober and November. All of the By: CDA Court St. John #1214 $100.00 $21,274.16 Cecelia “Cess” Bergeron churches in the diocese have Serra Clubs of Baton Rouge Father Jules Berthault $20,370.00 been notified that cards will be By: Robert/Virginia Bogan, III $200.00 $9525.00 Brian Blanchard $21,545.00 dropped off. Rev. David Vavasseur Monsignor Dominic Blasco $20,000.00 Boxes of cards can be pur- In Honor of: The birthdays of Mrs. Ione V. Couvillon, In Honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary $6,007.44 chased for the drive or loose Mr. Glynn F. Vavasseur, Mrs. Jeanne V. Brignac and Fellman Blouin $44,082.92 cards that are left from past Mr. Philip Vavasseur Eugene Bologna $20,000.00 Christmases can be delivered, By: Rev. Henry C. Vavasseur $100.00 $21,118.17 Giuseppe (Joe) Bologna $20,000.00 said Deacon Ricard, who can be Deacon Francis A. Waguespack Jr. Louis and Nita Bonfanti $500.00 contacted at [email protected]. In Memory of: Brad Hymel $100.00 Mrs. Emma Booth $20,000.00 The deacon added that any By: Tom/Margaret Herrington Dr. Lynwood Brassett and type of greeting card is also ap- In Memory of: Bridget L. Darlington $25.00 JoAnne Brassett Bontemps $53,174.58 preciated since the prisoners By: M/M Percy L. Legendre, Jr. $4,100.00 Vera Nesom Braud $15,984.91 like to send birthday and con- dolence cards as well. October 17, 2012 The Catholic Commentator 9

Above: Several hundred attend the candlelight prayer vigil at Our Lady of Mercy Church in Baton Rouge Sept. 25, the night before the 40 Days for Life started. Honesty. Respect. Right: Father Todd Lloyd, parochial vic- Professionalism. ar at Our Lady of Mercy Church leads Courtesy. students from St. Michael the Archan- gel High School and St. Joseph’s Acad- emy in prayer on the sidewalk in front of the abortion clinic in Baton Rouge. Joe Skibinski, Agent It’s how I treat all my customers. And you can be sure I’ll always do my best to meet Photos by Laura Deavers | The Catholic Commentator your needs. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.® CALL ME TODAY. Students join sidewalk prayers against abortion

By Laura Deavers “We tried to get others to Jesus in Gramercy and St. Joseph 1101016.1 V Editor come,” said St. Michael sopho- in Paulina. more Katelyn German, who came Wednesday afternoon has last year also. She said there is a come to be the time high school special feeling that she has when students gather at Delta Women’s she prays at the clinic. ST.ST. ELIZABETHELIZABETH Clinic in Baton Rouge to pray for Paige Guillory and Emily an end to abortion during the 40 Cronin, president and secretary Days for Life. An international respectively of the SJA Respect COMMUNITYCOMMUNITY campaign of prayer, public wit- Life Club, and Paige’s sister Katie ness, fasting and outreach to Guillory were there with several HEALTHHEALTH FAIRFAIR bring an end to abortion, this of their classmates. Paige Guil- year 40 Days for Life is from Sept. lory explained that last year the SCREENINGS 26 through Nov. 4. SJA students observed the 40 at LAMAR DIXON • Hearing On Oct. 10 St. Joseph’s Acad- Days for Life with events at school • Blood Pressure • Cholesterol emy’s Respect Life Club members to raise student awareness of the SATURDAY OCTOBER 27 • Prostate Cancer for the first time joined students number of abortions that happen • Blood Glucose from St. Michael the Archangel each year. 8:00 A.M. - NOON • Body Mass Index High School on the sidewalk in “It makes a difference being LAMAR DIXON (Trade(Trade MartMart Building)Building) • Stroke Assessment front of Delta Women’s Clinic, here,” Paige Guillory said. “The 9039 South St. Landry Ave., Gonzales • Spinal Health where abortions are performed spirit moves you when you are • Pulmonary Function in Baton Rouge. Joining the stu- here.” • Asthma dents were Father Todd Lloyd, “I can actually feel the pres- • Headaches • Depression Deacons Pete Walsh and Mike ence of what goes on in the clinic,” • Shoulder Mobility Chiappetta, and local 40 Days for Cronin said. Even though there • And Much More Life organizers and volunteers. was no one in the clinic while the Those praying at the clinic pro- students prayed, she said there FUN FOR vide public witness to the preg- was a sense of knowing what THE FAMILY nant women going to the clinic for takes place inside the clinic, and • Trick-or-treat an abortion that there are people she was glad that she was doing • Space Walk praying for them and their unborn something to bring an end to • Concessions baby, praying that the women will abortions. • Chair Massages understand that their baby is a The students were doing what • Jewelry Show child created by God. Father Brent Maher said during • Kids Fingerprinting • Face Painting During Baton Rouge’s first the 40 Days for Life Prayer Vigil. campaign last year, 11 babies “Simply be at the clinic and let BLOOD DRIVE were saved and more than 1,100 God handle the details,” Father people spent time at the clinic Maher said Sept. 25 at the vigil FLU SHOTS praying for an end to abortion. service at Our Lady of Mercy AVAILABLE “I came to pray for an end to Church in Baton Rouge. “Your be- abortion,” said Sedrick Peck, a ing there says, ‘Here I am in what Silver Sponsers St. Michael sophomore, who said ever way I can serve. Put your- he had heard at school that some selves in God’s hands for him to of his fellow students would be do with you what he needs,” said praying at the clinic. He added Father Maher, the parochial vicar Bronze Sponsers that he prayed at the clinic last at the churches of St. Michael in year also. Convent, Most Sacred Heart of 10 The Catholic Commentator October 17, 2012 Voters must spend time educating themselves about candidates, issues

By Laura Deavers the local offices of mayor, and When Ray Sylvester of Hous- 30-week JustFaith course which money to solve all of the prob- Editor parish and city councils to vote ton spoke at St. Aloysius Church addresses Catholic social teach- lems that currently are present on. National, regional and local in Baton Rouge on Sept. 21, he ing at his parish church in Hous- in society. Though most people in Loui- media have reported extensively said all elections are important ton, was invited by the St. Aloy- “Abortion is not health care,” siana have decided how they on the national politicians, but because the person who is elect- sius JustFaith ministry to speak said Fortenberry. “Respect for will vote Nov. 6 for the president all too often there is not enough ed to the city council might one on “Forming Consciences for life is a fundamental value that of the United States, there are about the people who will rep- day run for Congress or the U.S. Faithful Citizenship,” the docu- we have to protect.” many other races for political resent voters on the issues that Senate because of political suc- ment issued by the U.S. Confer- “The government depends offices for as high as represen- affect them on a more personal, cess on the local level. Sylvester, ence of Catholic Bishops. on the quality of its citizens,” tatives to the U.S. Congress to local level. who had until recently led the The USCCB encourages all Fortenberry said. Catholics to educate themselves The USCCB website, usccb. on the candidates before they org/issues-and-action/faithful- go into the voting booth. Even citizenship, has the complete though the bishops issue “Form- document on forming con- ing Consciences for Faithful Cit- sciences, which Catholics are 0000@45 %42¶•¶§°0000 izenship” every four years when encouraged to read and reflect the focus is on the presidential on before voting. election, Sylvester said citizens The bishops state repeatedly ^)45 Using %4)6 should take the time to educate that they are not telling people themselves every time they vote. how they should vote but giving IMPORTED CRawfIsh Deacon Jodi Moscona, who is them information to assist them in your a deacon in the Diocese of Ba- in forming their consciences. – – ETOUffEE Is ton Rouge, has also spoken on During a talk at St. Thomas the USCCB document to local More Church in Baton Rouge church groups on a number of on Oct. 3, Deacon Moscona said occasions during this election voters should be careful that season. they vote for a person because of And, Rep. Jeff Fortenberry, what he or she stands for, not on who represents Nebraska’s first how they look. GOOD district, talked to parishioners Stressing the importance of of St. John the Baptist Church the bishops as teachers, he add- in Zachary on Sept. 23 about ed that Catholics should turn to ENOUGh. their duty as citizens to let their the bishops’ teachings for guid- representatives know how they ance. “We look to the bishops want their elected officials to for guidance for the important vote on bills that are introduced things in our lives,” Deacon Maybe for some people. But NOT fOR Us. on the federal level. Moscona said. Sylvester spoke of a survey He suggested people have a taken in April that indicated Bible and the Catechism of the Catholics take their faith for Catholic Church handy as they granted. form their consciences for vot- He explained many of the so- ing since these two resources cial teachings of the Catholic answer questions about the is- faith that should be considered sues. when educating oneself before The adage that people should voting. not talk about religion and poli- For each of the seven teach- tics needs to be put aside, ac- ings, Sylvester gave scriptural cording to Deacon Moscona, and traditional resources, such since government has a role in as the Catechism of the Catholic their life. Church, Vatican II documents The deacon stressed that there and statements by various are certain things that are intrin- church leaders, including cardi- sically evil, and consideration We never settle. Because we believe healthcare works best when nals and popes, to support what should be given to these issues it’s always striving to be better. Consider our revolutionary cardiac he said. when deciding who to vote for. hybrid operating rooms, where everything from catheterizations The seven social teachings “Our job is to get information include the right to life and the from the right sources in order to advanced surgeries can be performed. Or that we’re the region’s dignity of the human person; to make our decision,” Deacon only accredited stroke center, when minutes count the most. family, community and partici- Moscona concluded. Or 24-7 trauma surgery coverage that’s proven to save lives. pation; rights and responsibili- On the next four pages are sev- Whether care is complex or simple, our teams and technology ties for human decency; caring eral articles written by Catholic for the poor and the vulnerable; News Service staff members are always pushing to be even better tomorrow than today. In the dignity of work and the rights about the positions of Demo- other words, to us, good enough simply isn’t. For more on how of workers; solidarity with those cratic candidate Barack Obama we’re constantly making healthcare better, visit ololrmc.com. of other races and cultures; and and Republican candidate Mitt caring for God’s creation. Romney on some of the key is- A native of Baton Rouge, sues in this election. The stories 00000000000000000000000000 00000000000000000000000000 Fortenberry authored the bill have been edited for space but 0@45 %420 that would repeal the HHS man- the complete articles are on The date. 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Catholic voters, general Presidential candidates public place health care on opposite sides of the among top five issues abortion issue

By Nancy Frazier O’Brien that was very important By Nancy Frazier O’Brien Catholic News Service to their voting decision. Catholic News Service Both groups placed a higher priority, There are few issues in the 2012 however, on the economy, jobs and At the Democratic National Con- presidential campaign on which the the federal budget deficit as issues vention in Charlotte, N.C., the differ- major candidates have more clearly influencing their vote. ences on abortion between President differentiated opinions than health Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wis., and the Barack Obama and his Republican care. Republicans’ vice presidential candi- presidential opponent, former Mas- Much of President Barack Obama’s date, has become the point man for sachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, were stand on health care is built on provi- his party on the issues surrounding clear. sions of the 2010 Patient Protection Medicare, Medicaid and the Afford- Speeches in prime time on succes- A pro-life activist demonstrates in and Affordable Care Act, which for- able Care Act. sive nights touted the president’s sup- front of Supreme Court in Wash- mer Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, In a Sept. 21 address to the AARP port for keeping abortion legal, and ington, D.C., in this June 25 file the Republican candidate, has said convention in New Orleans, Ryan said videos praised his stands on “repro- photo. On the topic of legal abortion, should be repealed. he and Romney “respect all the people ductive choice” and “women’s rights.” President Obama supports it; Mitt “President Obama believes that of this country enough to talk about The speakers included Nancy Romney said he would like to see Roe quality, affordable health insurance the clear choices we face on Medicare, Keenan, president of NARAL Pro- v. Wade overturned. Photo by Reuters | CNS you can rely on is a key part of mid- Social Security, the economy and Choice America; Cecile Richards, dle-class security,” says the Democrat- the kind of country our children will president of the Planned Parenthood elderly and infirm, just as we oppose ic candidate’s campaign website. “By inherit.” Federation of America; and Sandra active and passive euthanasia and as- putting a stop to insurance company He called repeal of the Affordable Fluke, a Georgetown Law School sisted suicide.” abuses, Obamacare is giving millions Care Act “the first step to a stronger graduate who has spoken out against The Democratic Party’s platform of Americans peace of mind.” Medicare” and said the law “weakens religious exemptions to the Depart- makes no mention of the issue. Romney, on the other hand, says on Medicare for today’s seniors and puts ment of Health and Human Services’ In response to a question about his campaign website that the Afford- it at risk for the next generation.” contraceptive mandate. assisted suicide in 2008, Obama said able Care Act “relies on a dense web Obama, addressing the same At the Republican National Con- he was “mindful of the legitimate of regulations, fees, subsidies, excise gathering by satellite on the same day, vention in Tampa, Fla., there were few interests of states to prevent a slide taxes, exchanges and rule-setting said that despite what the Republicans speeches that touched on abortion, from palliative treatments into eutha- boards to give the federal govern- might say, health reform “actually but candidate Romney pledged in nasia” but thought that “the people of ment extraordinary control over every strengthened Medicare.” He said re- his acceptance speech to “protect the Oregon did a service for the country corner of the health care system.” peal of the law would mean billions of sanctity of life” and the GOP platform in recognizing that as the population The Republican candidate told AP new profits for insurance companies. states that “the unborn child has a gets older we’ve got to think about is- in mid-September he would replace “No American should ever spend fundamental individual right to life sues of end-of-life care.” the health care law with his own plan their golden years at the mercy of which cannot be infringed.” Assisted suicide has been legal in that would still allow young adults insurance companies,” he added. “We support a human life amend- Oregon since voters approved it in and those with pre-existing condi- Obama and the Department of ment to the Constitution and endorse 1994. It also is legal in Washington tions to get coverage. Health and Human Services also have legislation to make clear that the 14th state and in Montana. Both Catholic voters and the gen- touted the benefits already achieved Amendment’s protections apply to As president, Obama revoked eral public place health care among by the law, including nearly $4.5 unborn children,” the platform adds. President George W. Bush’s policy on the top five issues that affect their billion saved on prescription drugs “We oppose using public revenues to embryonic stem-cell research, which voting decisions. by closing the “doughnut hole” for promote or perform abortion or fund limited such research to cell lines de- In a survey earlier this year by the 5.5 million seniors and people with organizations which perform or advo- rived from embryos before August Pew Research Center for the People disabilities and the free preventive cate it and will not fund or subsidize 2001. He allowed the National Insti- and the Press, 74 percent of registered services received by more than 19 health care which includes abortion tutes of Health to expand the accept- voters and 72 percent of Catholic million people on original Medicare in coverage.” able lines to any embryos created for voters named health care as an issue the first eight months of 2012. The Democratic Party’s platform in vitro fertilization purposes and later approved in Charlotte says the party discarded, if the couple agreed to such People for and against “strongly and unequivocally supports research. the administration’s Roe v. Wade and a woman’s right to Romney’s campaign site calls stem- health care reform law make decisions regarding her preg- cell research “a great scientific fron- demonstrate in late June nancy, including a safe and legal abor- tier,” but says it “must be pursued with outside the U.S. Supreme tion, regardless of ability to pay. We respect and care.” Court in Washington. oppose any and all efforts to weaken “When confronted with the issue The major candidates in or undermine that right.” of stem-cell research as governor of the presidential election On the issue of assisted suicide, Massachusetts, Mitt Romney chose have clearly differentiated neither candidate has taken a clear to support life by vetoing a bill that opinions on the issue, giv- stand, although the Republican plat- would have allowed the cloning of hu- ing voters distinct choices form states: “We oppose the noncon- man embryos,” it added. “Quite simply, on how the country should sensual withholding or withdrawal of America cannot condone or participate address the controversial care or treatment, including food and in the creation of human life when the issue. Photo by Bob Roller | CNS water, from people with disabilities, sole purpose of its creation is its sure including newborns, as well as the destruction.” 12 The Catholic Commentator | October 17, 2012 VOTING 2012 October 17, 2012 | The Catholic Commentator 13 Little being said on US-led war in Activists hard to impress on candidates’ environmental positions By Mark Pattison “Fracking” is the colloquial term for ana’s Gulf Coast in 2010. While nuclear Afghanistan on campaign trail Catholic News Service the process. Opponents say it has the po- power is on the table, no new plants are tential to contaminate ground water and being built, and existing plants still have By Dennis Sadowski has raised new concerns that the long- Given their knowledge of Catholic affect air quality. no place to send their radioactive waste. Catholic News Service sought stability is far from realization. social teaching on the environment, “So far in the election, the quality of Romney has touted a “North American Overall, war casualties stood at 3,190 those who make it their stock in trade to the environment is really not on the map,” energy independence” platform which As America’s longest war in history dead, including 2,125 Americans, as of promote stewardship of the earth using said Walt Grazer, a consultant for the Na- would include energy from Canada and marks its 11th anniversary Oct. 7, it re- Sept. 26, according to statistics compiled Catholic principles say the two major tional Religious Partnership on the Envi- Mexico in a bid to keep energy costs mains a largely undiscussed issue in the by the website iCasualties.org. Thousands presidential candidates’ positions on ronment and a former director of the U.S. down. He would eliminate tax breaks for presidential campaign. more have been wounded in a war marked environmental issues leave something to bishops’ environmental justice program. solar and wind power, and has said that, Both major candidates — President largely by low-intensity conflicts in a coun- be desired. “Whether that changes between now and if elected, he would approve the Keystone Barack Obama, the Democrat, and his try slightly smaller than Texas. “Like many issues of concern to the the election, or in the debates, remains to XL pipeline that would send crude oil ex- Republican challenger, Mitt Romney — Despite the contingent of U.S. troops Catholic community, neither President be seen.” tracted from Canadian oil sands through have kept Afghanistan on the back burner remaining in Afghanistan, observers (Barack) Obama nor Governor (Mitt) Grazer, though, gave credit to the the Plains states and on to the Gulf Coast as they crisscross the country even though told Catholic News Service that Obama Romney seem to give climate change or Catholic bishops for keeping the environ- for refining. 68,000 U.S. troops remain on the ground and Romney rarely mention the war as environmental justice the serious ment on their national agenda. “There are some clear differences that as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. talk focuses on rebuilding the American To read the attention these issues deserve,” “They’re right on the mark,” he said. I see between the two parties and the two Defense Secretary Leon Panetta an- economy. election articles in said Dan Misleh, executive di- “They call it a moral issue, protecting the candidates on the environment,” Misleh nounced Sept. 21 that the last of the Afghanistan gets scant attention even A girl gestures to a U.S. soldier on patrol in the town of Senjaray in the Kandahar rector of the Catholic Coalition earth and the environment, and then they told Catholic News Service in a Sept. 26 33,000 troops that were part of the 2010 on the candidates’ websites. province of southern Afghanistan June 1. Some 68,000 U.S. troops remain in Af- their entirety, go on Climate Change. “But the attach it right away, I think, to issues of email. surge have left Afghanistan. Obama sent Obama’s reference to Afghanistan is ghanistan as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. CNS photo by Shamil Zhumatov | Reuters to thecatholiccom same could be said of reducing vulnerability.” Electric transmission lines are seen in “For instance, Gov. Romney’s website the surge in an effort to improve security two lines long, promising to withdraw U.S. mentator.org poverty, ending abortion and In the U.S. bishops’ statement “Form- 2009 leading away from a coal-fired does not even include ‘environment’ as and reduce instability in the face of a troops by the end of 2014. The site, how- on conditions on the ground as assessed are not cooperating with him.” the death penalty and so on.” ing Consciences for Faithful Citizenship,” power plant in China Township, Mich. one of the issues his campaign discusses. growing Taliban-backed insurgency. ever, credits Obama for the decision to raid by our military commanders,” the site “We have the situation that the Holy Cross Brother David it says: “We have a moral obligation to Both major presidential candidates are There is an energy page but nothing about While the Obama administration has Osama bin Laden’s compound in Pakistan concludes. Taliban aren’t losing and that is not mak- Andrews, a senior representative for the protect the planet on which we live — to promoting increased domestic energy the environment. On the energy page, said the surge helped, the insurgency and “eliminating” the mastermind behind “The truth is that both candidates ing the U.S. withdrawal very easy.” Washington-based think tank Food and respect God’s creation and to ensure a safe production in their campaigns. Photo by Jim the discussion has primarily to do with remains a potent force and threatens the the 9/11 attacks. have avoided talking about Afghanistan Of Romney’s stance, Boyle said there is Water Watch, noted that both candidates and hospitable environment for human West | CNS more domestic production of fossil fuels security of troops Romney’s website offers a longer nar- because neither has really good answers,” little to dissect. are supporters of hydraulic fracturing, a beings, especially children at their most but very little about alternative fuels. The and Afghan civil- rative on the war. But his criticism of the said Michael. J. Boyle, assistant professor “He says, ‘We will win,’ but there’s no process by which water is injected into vulnerable stages of development.” Obama has called for an “all of the above” Obama campaign ians. The growing president’s surge and the 2014 deadline to of political science at La Salle University clear understanding of what winning rock to release natural gas. Later in the statement, it adds, “Pro- energy strategy, which includes frack- website includes number of so-called withdraw forces is longer than his plan for in Philadelphia. means at this point,” he said. “Does win- “The organization I work for, Food and tecting the land, water and air we share ing, offshore oil exploration and drill- both energy and “green on blue” at- addressing Afghan security. “Withdrawal Boyle said that even though the president ning mean increased security and stabil- Water Watch, opposes hydraulic frack- is a religious duty of stewardship and ing and nuclear power. The offshore oil environment and tacks on U.S. train- of U.S. forces from Afghanistan under plans to withdraw the remaining U.S. troops ity? Does winning mean defeating the ing, wants to ban hydraulic fracking, is reflects our responsibility to born and exploration segment was delayed, but not makes the case for ers by Afghan allies a Romney administration will be based by the end of 2014, “events on the ground Taliban?” opposed to both candidates’ positions,” unborn children, who are most vulnerable dropped, after the Deepwater Horizon an ‘all of the above’ Brother Andrews said. to environmental assault.” explosion and massive oil spill in Louisi- approach to energy.” Religious freedom at home and abroad Same-sex marriage an issue for voters on state level this November

an election-year issue for many By Carol Zimmermann nents in both states Catholic News Service Laws were passed in Washington state and Maryland to gathered enough By Carol Zimmermann Conference of Catholic Bishops, mentioned providing adoption or foster care services” signatures to force a Catholic News Service religious liberty in his closing prayers. because the agencies would not place chil- This November, voters in a handful of legalize same-sex marriage, but opponents in both states referendum on the At the close of the Republican National dren with same-sex or unmarried hetero- states across the country will decide if law, placing it before voters this Novem- Over the past several months, the U.S. Convention Aug. 30 in Tampa, Fla., he gave sexual couples. state law should uphold traditional mar- gathered enough signatures to force a referendum on the ber. Catholic bishops and other religious leaders thanks for the “singular gift of liberty” and — Changes in federal contracts for hu- riage or allow same-sex marriage. Archbishop J. Peter Sartain of Seattle have urged Americans to defend religious prayed for a renewed “respect for religious man trafficking grants that require the U.S. Four states — Maine, Maryland, law, placing it before voters this November. and Bishop Blase J. Cupich of Spokane, liberty in the United States in the face of freedom” and a “new sense of responsibility bishops’ Migration and Refugee Services Washington and Minnesota — have bal- Wash., released video statements urging what they see as threats to that freedom. for freedom’s cause.” to refer clients “for contraceptive and lot initiatives on the issue. the focus of the presidential race and “Even as we believe that marriage, the Washington Catholics to reject the bill to And the issue continues to gain momen- During a closing benediction Sept. 6 abortion services in violation of Catholic Supporters are hoping for victory in whether same-sex marriage is an issue union of one man and one woman must legalize same-sex marriage in their state. tum as the November election draws near. at the Democratic National Convention in teaching.” those states, saying it could be the start that will carry much weight remains to be upheld as the national standard, In early September, the Washington It has been at the forefront for the Catho- Charlotte, N.C., the cardinal prayed that The U.S. Catholic bishops, in their of a new momentum for legalizing same- be seen. a goal to stand for ... we embrace the Catholic Conference, the public policy lic bishops since the U.S. Department of God would “renew in all our people a pro- document “Forming Consciences for sex marriage — which in previous years Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt principle that all Americans should be arm of the state’s bishops, published a Health and Human Services announced in found respect for religious liberty: the first, Faithful Citizenship” — which outlines has lost more than 30 ballot initiatives. Romney, the Republican candidate, and treated with respect and dignity,” it said. pastoral statement on the referendum. If January that it would require most religious most cherished freedom bequeathed upon church teaching on contemporary issues Opponents of same-sex marriage say President Barack Obama, the Democratic The Democratic Party platform says the new marriage law is accepted, it said, employers to provide free contraceptive us at our founding.” for Catholic voters — speaks broadly on the A woman reads a program during a July 4 legalizing such unions undermines tradi- candidate, hold opposite views on legaliz- it supports “marriage equality” and “the the civil meaning of marriage would coverage against their moral objections. In April, the U.S. bishops’ Ad Hoc issue of religious freedom by stating: “U.S. Mass celebrated at the Basilica of the Na- tional roles of marriage and family. ing same-sex marriage, as do the plat- movement to secure equal treatment be lost and replaced by a “genderless The bishops have repeatedly described the Committee on Religious Freedom issued policy should promote religious liberty and tional Shrine of the Immaculate Conception The U.S. Catholic bishops, in their forms of their respective political parties. under law for same-sex couples.” It also contract without reference to children.” mandate, which violates church teaching, as a 12-page statement on threats to religious other basic human rights.” in Washington on the final day of the U.S. document “Forming Consciences for Romney has stressed the need to supports repealing the Defense of Mar- It also said the “foundational nature of a restriction on religious liberty. liberty, including the HHS mandate but The broader implications of religious bishops’ “fortnight for freedom” campaign. Faithful Citizenship” — which outlines preserve traditional marriage between riage Act and passage of the Respect for marriage for the good and the strength Theologians and Catholic leaders highlighting other examples: freedom were addressed by Pope Benedict Religious freedom at home and abroad will church teaching on contemporary issues one man and one woman. In May, Obama Marriage Act. of human society will be harmed beyond discussed the issue of religious freedom at — Immigration laws in Alabama and XVI in his mid-September visit to Lebanon, be an issue for many in the upcoming presi- for Catholic voters — states that “mar- announced his support for same-sex The party platform also stressed the repair.” recent seminars at The Catholic University other states that “forbid what the govern- where he called religious freedom a basic dential election. Photo by Bob Roller | CNS riage must be defined, recognized and marriage as a matter of civil rights, but need for “churches and religious entities The statement stressed that the of America and Georgetown University ment deems ‘harboring’ of undocumented human right and a prerequisite for social protected as a lifelong commitment polls have shown that his stance on this to decide how to administer marriage as bishops’ support for traditional marriage in Washington and a forum at St. John’s immigrants.” harmony. right on which many rights depend.” between a man and a woman, and as the issue has had little effect on people’s vot- a religious sacrament without govern- “is not born out of bias or intolerance to- University in New York. — Government actions in Boston, San The pope said peace requires a pluralistic At a Sept. 12 forum at Catholic Univer- source of the next generation and the ing plans. ment interference.” ward anyone” and hoped the vote on the At both of the national political conven- Francisco, the District of Columbia and society based on “mutual respect, a desire to sity on what the Catholic Church can do to protective haven for children.” The GOP platform calls the institu- Earlier this year, laws were passed issue would provide an “opportunity to tions this summer, Cardinal Timothy M. the state of Illinois that have “driven local know the other and continuous dialogue.” defend religious freedom abroad, Cardinal So far, the economy, the budget, Medi- tion of marriage the “foundation of civil in Washington state and Maryland to debate this social issue in an atmosphere Dolan of New York, president of the U.S. Catholic Charities out of the business of He also said “religious freedom is the basic Dolan stressed the urgency of the issue. care and the health care law have been society.” legalize same-sex marriage, but oppo- of respect, honesty and conviction.” 14 The Catholic Commentator October 17, 2012 October 17, 2012 The Catholic Commentator 11

Romney, Obama take different In budget debate, Catholic voters, general Presidential candidates approaches on immigration candidates offer wide public place health care on opposite sides of the By Patricia Zapor to give leadership on this Catholic News Service issue, and they need to contrast in spending among top five issues abortion issue explain more fully to the The vastly different approaches American people how of Democratic President Barack they value our immigrant By Dennis Sadowski By Nancy Frazier O’Brien was very important to By Nancy Frazier O’Brien Obama and Republican presidential history, the presence of Catholic News Service Catholic News Service their voting decision. Both Catholic News Service candidate Mitt Romney on immigra- immigrants in our midst today, and groups placed a higher tion share a common denominator: how to bring millions of people out Determining what to spend tax- There are few issues in the 2012 priority, however, on the economy, At the Democratic National Con- Both men agree that Obama didn’t of the shadows of our society,” the payer money on is being scrutinized presidential campaign on which the jobs and the federal budget deficit as vention in Charlotte, N.C., the differ- accomplish what he intended to cardinal said. this presidential election cycle perhaps major candidates have more clearly issues influencing their vote. ences on abortion between President when he was elected in 2008, when Obama and Romney have point- more closely than in past elections differentiated opinions than health Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wis., and the Barack Obama and his Republican he promised that comprehensive edly wooed Latino voters at various even as the overriding concerns are care. Republicans’ vice presidential candi- presidential opponent, former Mas- immigration reform was high on his events such as the conference of the jobs and building a robust economy. Much of President Barack Obama’s date, has become the point man for sachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, were agenda. National Association of Latino Elect- Is government too big, or does stand on health care is built on provi- his party on the issues surrounding clear. As Obama put it in a Sept. 20 ed and Appointed Officials. Each has government contribute to the common Traders work on the floor of the New sions of the 2010 Patient Protection Medicare, Medicaid and the Afford- Speeches in prime time on succes- A pro-life activist demonstrates in forum on the Spanish-language Spanish-language campaign materi- good? Should taxes be raised for the York Stock Exchange Oct. 1. Today’s and Affordable Care Act, which for- able Care Act. sive nights touted the president’s sup- front of Supreme Court in Washing- network Univision, his priority after als and promises to fix what both say highest wage earners, or should there economy is at center stage for the mer Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, In a Sept. 21 address to the AARP port for keeping abortion legal, and ton D.C. in this June 25 file photo. On taking office had to be getting an eco- is a broken immigration system. But be another round of tax cuts for those two presidential candidates from the the Republican candidate, has said convention in New Orleans, Ryan said videos praised his stands on “repro- the topic of legal abortion, President nomic slide under control, and that the details of how they would do that at the top? To reduce deficit spend- major parties for the election in No- should be repealed. he and Romney “respect all the people ductive choice” and “women’s rights.” Obama supports it; Mitt Romney when he could turn to immigration, are a little harder to find, and they ing, should cuts come in entitlement vember. Photo by Brendan McDermid | Reuters “President Obama believes that of this country enough to talk about The speakers included Nancy said he would like to see Roe v. Wade support he counted on in Congress define the goals quite differently. programs such as Medicaid, Medicare quality, affordable health insurance the clear choices we face on Medicare, Keenan, president of NARAL Pro- overturned. Photo by Reuters | CNS had evaporated. Both candidates’ websites em- and food stamps, or do such programs the country’s $15 trillion debt. you can rely on is a key part of mid- Social Security, the economy and Choice America; Cecile Richards, “I am the head of the executive phasize a range of issues on their always deserve support? President Barack Obama and Vice dle-class security,” says the Democrat- the kind of country our children will president of the Planned Parenthood elderly and infirm, just as we oppose branch,” Obama said, “I’m not the Spanish-language pages: the econo- In the end, as Matthew Shadle, President Joe Biden, the Democratic ic candidate’s campaign website. “By inherit.” Federation of America; and Sandra active and passive euthanasia and as- head of the legislature.” He said he my, jobs, education and immigration. associate professor of moral theology ticket, see a bigger role for government putting a stop to insurance company He called repeal of the Affordable Fluke, a Georgetown Law School sisted suicide.” was naive about expecting continued Romney’s English-language pages at Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa, and call for government spending on abuses, Obamacare is giving millions Care Act “the first step to a stronger graduate who has spoken out against The Democratic Party’s platform support from Republicans who previ- include immigration among the top- told Catholic News Service, “It’s not so things such as road construction, edu- of Americans peace of mind.” Medicare” and said the law “weakens religious exemptions to the Depart- makes no mention of the issue. ously backed comprehensive reform, ics covered. The section is short and much a matter of budget. It a matter of cation and environmental protection to Romney, on the other hand, says on Medicare for today’s seniors and puts ment of Health and Human Services’ In response to a question about making it impossible to get a super- not particularly specific. A search of how we think of the government ... to remain largely unchanged. They also his campaign website that the Afford- it at risk for the next generation.” contraceptive mandate. assisted suicide in 2008, Obama said majority of 60 votes needed in the the site provides links to pages of ref- meet human needs.” want to largely preserve entitlement able Care Act “relies on a dense web Obama, addressing the same At the Republican National Con- he was “mindful of the legitimate Senate to move legislation. erences to immigration in speeches. While questions on the govern- programs, especially as the economy of regulations, fees, subsidies, excise gathering by satellite on the same day, vention in Tampa, Fla., there were few interests of states to prevent a slide Cardinal Roger M. Mahony, Obama’s site includes immigration ment’s role have been debated slowly recovers from a deep recession. taxes, exchanges and rule-setting said that despite what the Republicans speeches that touched on abortion, from palliative treatments into eutha- retired archbishop of Los Angeles, as a key individual theme only on the throughout the past 40 years of Additionally, they want to see the boards to give the federal govern- might say, health reform “actually but candidate Romney pledged in nasia” but thought that “the people of who has made immigration reform Spanish section. It takes searching presidential elections, this time around 2001 and 2003 tax cuts expire for the ment extraordinary control over every strengthened Medicare.” He said re- his acceptance speech to “protect the Oregon did a service for the country the focus of his work in retirement, through the English page to come up the divide between Democratic and highest income earners as one way to corner of the health care system.” peal of the law would mean billions of sanctity of life” and the GOP platform in recognizing that as the population described both Romney and Obama with a lengthy list of links to various Republican views is perhaps as wide as offset spending and begin reducing The Republican candidate told AP new profits for insurance companies. states that “the unborn child has a gets older we’ve got to think about is- as “totally vague” in explaining how articles that define his immigration ever and is illustrated in their approach government debt. in mid-September he would replace “No American should ever spend fundamental individual right to life sues of end-of-life care.” they will tackle immigration. positions and actions. to federal spending priorities. Despite their views, both tickets the health care law with his own plan their golden years at the mercy of which cannot be infringed.” Assisted suicide has been legal in “Both candidates for president In Romney’s appearance on Uni- Republican Mitt Romney favors a have revealed few specifics. that would still allow young adults insurance companies,” he added. “We support a human life amend- Oregon since voters approved it in and their respective parties have vision, his talking points on immi- reduced role for government so that Allocating limited resources is not and those with pre-existing condi- Obama and the Department of ment to the Constitution and endorse 1994. It also is legal in Washington waffled and drifted on what actual gration primarily criticized Obama personal initiative is not stifled and easy, said Bishop Stephen E. Blaire tions to get coverage. Health and Human Services also have legislation to make clear that the 14th state and in Montana. steps they would take if elected presi- for not doing more, without saying individuals can assume more respon- of Stockton, Calif., chairman of the Both Catholic voters and the gen- touted the benefits already achieved Amendment’s protections apply to As president, Obama revoked dent,” Cardinal Mahony told Catholic what he’d do differently. Romney sibility in their lives. That strong sense U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ eral public place health care among by the law, including nearly $4.5 unborn children,” the platform adds. President George W. Bush’s policy on News Service. “It would be really promises “a national immigra- of individualism is reflected across the Committee on Domestic Justice and the top five issues that affect their billion saved on prescription drugs “We oppose using public revenues to embryonic stem-cell research, which helpful for all of us if during one of tion strategy that bolsters the U.S. Republican budget plan, especially in Human Development. He said, budgets voting decisions. by closing the “doughnut hole” for promote or perform abortion or fund limited such research to cell lines de- the upcoming debates the candidates economy, ensures our security, keeps calls for sizeable cuts in discretionary must be judged by basic moral prin- In a survey earlier this year by the 5.5 million seniors and people with organizations which perform or advo- rived from embryos before August would be challenged to state clearly nuclear families together, addresses spending and entitlement programs ciples. Pew Research Center for the People disabilities and the free preventive cate it and will not fund or subsidize 2001. He allowed the National Insti- three or four elements they believe the problem of illegal immigration and the restructuring of Medicaid and “I always find it a matter of bal- and the Press, 74 percent of registered services received by more than 19 health care which includes abortion tutes of Health to expand the accept- are essential in future immigration in a civil and resolute manner, and Medicare so that only the neediest ance,” he told Catholic News Service. “I voters and 72 percent of Catholic vot- million people on original Medicare in coverage.” able lines to any embryos created for legislation.” carries on America’s tradition as a people receive government assistance. feel you’re constantly trying to achieve ers named health care as an issue that the first eight months of 2012. The Democratic Party’s platform in vitro fertilization purposes and later “The presidential candidates need nation of Romney has endorsed much of the a balance and that’s not easy. Different approved in Charlotte says the party discarded, if the couple agreed to such Veronica Castro stands plan introduced by Ryan, whose 2013 people are going to come to different People for and against “strongly and unequivocally supports research. with her daughter, Jen- budget adopted by the House of Repre- perspectives. I think the question is the administration’s Roe v. Wade and a woman’s right to Romney’s campaign site calls stem- nifer, in the entrance of sentatives in March reflects a belief in you have to make all these choices, health care reform law make decisions regarding her preg- cell research “a great scientific fron- their home in Phoenix smaller government and that too many so you’ve got to be guided by (moral) demonstrate in late June nancy, including a safe and legal abor- tier,” but says it “must be pursued with in May. The mother people depend on federal programs. principles.” outside the U.S. Supreme tion, regardless of ability to pay. We respect and care.” was planning to return In addition to reduced spending, Bishop Blaire offered three ques- Court in Washington. oppose any and all efforts to weaken “When confronted with the issue to Mexico with her the GOP platform calls for simplify- tions for people of faith to consider: The major candidates in or undermine that right.” of stem-cell research as governor of four children after her ing the tax code by closing loopholes, – How does a budget promote the the presidential election On the issue of assisted suicide, Massachusetts, Mitt Romney chose husband, an undocu- eliminating certain tax credits and life and dignity of the human person? have clearly differentiated neither candidate has taken a clear to support life by vetoing a bill that mented worker, was lowering individual and corporate tax – How does a budget follow the opinions on the issue, giv- stand, although the Republican plat- would have allowed the cloning of hu- deported. Photo by Reuters rates. Under the plan the highest tax principles of Matthew 25 in caring for ing voters distinct choices form states: “We oppose the noncon- man embryos,” it added. “Quite simply, rates would be set at 25 percent, down the “least of these”? on how the country should sensual withholding or withdrawal of America cannot condone or participate from 35 percent. – How does it address the issues of address the controversial care or treatment, including food and in the creation of human life when the Romney and Ryan maintain that the moment, such as unemployment issue. Photo by Bob Roller | CNS water, from people with disabilities, sole purpose of its creation is its sure such steps are the best way to address and hunger? including newborns, as well as the destruction.” 14 The The Catholic Catholic Commentator Commentator ENTERTAINMENT OctoberJune 17,15, 20122011

Romney, Obama take different In budget debate, approaches on immigration candidates offer wide By Patricia Zapor to give leadership on this Catholic News Service issue, and they need to contrast in spending explain more fully to the The vastly different approaches American people how of Democratic President Barack they value our immigrant By Dennis Sadowski Obama and Republican presidential history, the presence of Catholic News Service candidate Mitt Romney on immigra- immigrants in our midst today, and tion share a common denominator: how to bring millions of people out Determining what to spend tax- Both men agree that Obama didn’t of the shadows of our society,” the payer money on is being scrutinized accomplish what he intended to cardinal said. this presidential election cycle perhaps when he was elected in 2008, when Obama and Romney have point- more closely than in past elections he promised that comprehensive edly wooed Latino voters at various even as the overriding concerns are immigration reform was high on his events such as the conference of the jobs and building a robust economy. agenda. National Association of Latino Elect- Is government too big, or does As Obama put it in a Sept. 20 ed and Appointed Officials. Each has government contribute to the common Traders work on the floor of the New forum on the Spanish-language Spanish-language campaign materi- good? Should taxes be raised for the York Stock Exchange Oct. 1. Today’s network Univision, his priority after als and promises to fix what both say highest wage earners, or should there economy is at center stage for the taking office had to be getting an is a broken immigration system. But be another round of tax cuts for those two presidential candidates from the economic slide under control, and the details of how they would do that at the top? To reduce deficit spend- major parties for the election in No- that when he could turn to immi- are a little harder to find, and they ing, should cuts come in entitlement vember. Photo by Brendan McDermid | Reuters gration, support he counted on in define the goals quite differently. programs such as Medicaid, Medicare Congress had evaporated. Both candidates’ websites em- and food stamps, or do such programs the country’s $15 trillion debt. “I am the head of the executive phasize a range of issues on their always deserve support? President Barack Obama and Vice branch,” Obama said, “I’m not the Spanish-language pages: the econo- In the end, as Matthew Shadle, President Joe Biden, the Democratic head of the legislature.” He said he my, jobs, education and immigration. associate professor of moral theology ticket, see a bigger role for government was naive about expecting continued Romney’s English-language pages at Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa, and call for government spending on support from Republicans who previ- include immigration among the top- told Catholic News Service, “It’s not so things such as road construction, edu- ously backed comprehensive reform, ics covered. The section is short and much a matter of budget. It a matter of cation and environmental protection to making it impossible to get a super- not particularly specific. A search of how we think of the government ... to remain largely unchanged. They also majority of 60 votes needed in the the site provides links to pages of ref- meet human needs.” want to largely preserve entitlement Senate to move legislation. erences to immigration in speeches. While questions on the govern- programs, especially as the economy Cardinal Roger M. Mahony, Obama’s site includes immigration ment’s role have been debated slowly recovers from a deep recession. retired archbishop of Los Angeles, as a key individual theme only on the throughout the past 40 years of Additionally, they want to see the who has made immigration reform Spanish section. It takes searching presidential elections, this time around 2001 and 2003 tax cuts expire for the the focus of his work in retirement, through the English page to come up the divide between Democratic and highest income earners as one way to described both Romney and Obama with a lengthy list of links to various Republican views is perhaps as wide as offset spending and begin reducing as “totally vague” in explaining how articles that define his immigration ever and is illustrated in their approach government debt. they will tackle immigration. positions and actions. to federal spending priorities. Despite their views, both tickets “Both candidates for president In Romney’s appearance on Uni- Republican Mitt Romney favors a have revealed few specifics. and their respective parties have vision, his talking points on immi- reduced role for government so that Allocating limited resources is not waffled and drifted on what actual gration primarily criticized Obama personal initiative is not stifled and easy, said Bishop Stephen E. Blaire steps they would take if elected presi- for not doing more, without saying individuals can assume more respon- of Stockton, Calif., chairman of the dent,” Cardinal Mahony told Catholic what he’d do differently. Romney sibility in their lives. That strong sense U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ News Service. “It would be really promises “a national immigra- of individualism is reflected across the Committee on Domestic Justice and helpful for all of us if during one of tion strategy that bolsters the U.S. Republican budget plan, especially in Human Development. He said, budgets the upcoming debates the candidates economy, ensures our security, keeps calls for sizeable cuts in discretionary must be judged by basic moral prin- would be challenged to state clearly nuclear families together, addresses spending and entitlement programs ciples. three or four elements they believe the problem of illegal immigration and the restructuring of Medicaid and “I always find it a matter of bal- are essential in future immigration in a civil and resolute manner, and Medicare so that only the neediest ance,” he told Catholic News Service. “I legislation.” carries on America’s tradition as a people receive government assistance. feel you’re constantly trying to achieve “The presidential candidates need nation of legal nations. Romney has endorsed much of the a balance and that’s not easy. Different Veronica Castro stands plan introduced by Ryan, whose 2013 people are going to come to different with her daughter, Jen- budget adopted by the House of Repre- perspectives. I think the question is nifer, in the entrance of sentatives in March reflects a belief in you have to make all these choices, their home in Phoenix smaller government and that too many so you’ve got to be guided by (moral) in May. The mother people depend on federal programs. principles.” was planning to return In addition to reduced spending, Bishop Blaire offered three ques- to Mexico with her the GOP platform calls for simplify- tions for people of faith to consider: four children after her ing the tax code by closing loopholes, – How does a budget promote the husband, an undocu- eliminating certain tax credits and life and dignity of the human person? mented worker, was lowering individual and corporate tax – How does a budget follow the deported. Photo by Reuters rates. Under the plan the highest tax principles of Matthew 25 in caring for rates would be set at 25 percent, down the “least of these”? from 35 percent. – How does it address the issues of Romney and Ryan maintain that the moment, such as unemployment such steps are the best way to address and hunger? October 17, 2012 The Catholic Commentator 15 DISTRIBUTION: Newspaper available through various means FROM PAGE 1 lic Commentator emailed to on the current The Catholic churches and mission church- them will receive it in their Commentator subscription es in the diocese no later than email mail box on that day. mailing list will be sent infor- Friday of the week it is pub- All members of a family with mation about this upcoming lished. 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CELEBRATING THE ROSARY – To take note that October is the month of the rosary, Cath- Top right: St. Thomas More School second-grade students prepared for the month of the olic schools in the Diocese of Baton Rouge have conducted living rosaries. Top left: St. rosary at a retreat on the rosary and Catholic identity led by St. Joseph’s Academy stu- George School fifth-grade students prayed a living rosary made from balloons with par- dents. The retreat concluded with a living rosary during a school celebration. St. Joseph’s ents, grandparents, faculty and students. After praying the rosary, the students released campus ministry student and STM alumna, Londyn Denison, assists Blair Duggan as she the balloons into the sky. Photo provided by Teri Cangelosi | St. George School beads her scapular necklace during the retreat. Photo provided by Kerry Hunt | St. Thomas More School Ascension Catholic students certify as master and model classroom Members of last year’s sec- the number of points earned ticipated in the AR program for and model student and rode on Wyatt Guillot, Stevi Dugas, ond-grade class excelled in the and the number of books they over 16 years and this is the first a float in a parade. Louie Viallon, Erin Poirrier, Accelerated Reader program, read, the students certified as time a class has been awarded Students receiving the AR Maggie Landry, Madeline Mis- with more than 90 percent of a master and model classroom this honor. honors are: Will Bellina, Madi- tretta and Kade Schexnayder. the students averaging at or and Becky Sotile, second-grade During a school assembly, syn Cassard, Ella Lemann, Ri- Also, Chase Walker, Alasia above 85 percent on the AR teacher, certified as a master members of the class received ley Landry, Ali Jarreau, Charli Alsay, Arianne Linton, Lani Co- quizzes. and model educator. T-shirts, a book donated to the Griffin, Devin Pedescleaux, meaux, Carley Harrell, Jalyn Pay- Because of their high scores, Ascension Catholic has par- library in honor of each master Grant Matassa, Sean Harris, ton and Seth Harris.

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By Debbie Shelley ther’s alma mater. He intends to will have adequate equipment to Assistant Editor continue his soccer equipment play and love the sport the same collections so children in need way he does. Seventh-grade St. George student Evan Dille was touched when a family friend talked to Shop now for Advent & Christmas him about the plight of poverty- A good assortment of Advent wreaths & candles; Many unique stricken children in Nicaragua. Nativities; Inspirational Christmas gifts for the whole family; Told by the friend that these chil- Home decor; Jewelry; and Many amazing selections for that someone special on your list! dren only receive one meal a day, Dille decided to brighten their Ascension lives by organizing a collection of 40497 Black Bayou Ext., Ste. C gear for them so they can partici- (Cypress Village Square) Gonzales, LA 70737 pate in a sport which is one of his Books & Gifts 225-644-0440 passions – soccer. Marci Melancon, Owner Mon. - Fri. 9:30 – 5:30; Sat. 9 – 2 “Now they play soccer by making goals out of two stones which mark the goal on a dirt road. They don’t have any shoes, much less cleats, proper goal or other basic needs,” Dille said. “I thought about how lucky people in the Evan Dille shows some of the items he collected as part of his project United States are compared to “Soccer Cares” to provide soccer equipment for children in need in Ni- the Nicaraguan people and how caragua. Photo by Debbie Shelley | The Catholic Commentator we take for granted the things that we have.” put it (the campaign) together. school and church audiences, He added, “I thought about He’s got a clear-minded mission Dille said he was nervous, but how we grow out of or replace and goal in sight. I think he’s done adopted the Nike slogan “Just Do soccer equipment without think- a fantastic job of organizing and It.” Tax-Deferred Annuities • IRA • Rollovers ing twice about it. Then I thought helping those in need.” The St. George community about how these kids in Nica- To get assistance with obtain- responded generously to his call Tired of Watching ragua would love to have these ing soccer goals, collection bins for help. St. George parent Ed % things that we may not want and money to offset the cost of Ball, who works at WBRZ, filmed Your Retirement APY Funds Vanish in 3.40 anymore. So that is why I started the drive, Dille contacted busi- a public service announcement Includes Current Yield Soccer Cares, a non-profit pro- nesses and asked them to spon- about Dille’s campaign. A St. the Stock Market? + 1.00% First Year Additional Interest gram to gather used but still us- sor his collection. According to George family provided several Don’t kiss your hard-earned retirement dollars goodbye. Instead, roll able soccer equipment to send to Dille, his organizational skills boxes of soccer team uniforms. them over to Catholic Life Insurance and watch them grow! Because our Nicaragua.” improved as he planned his proj- During the Soccer Cares cam- fixed annuities are not tied to the ups and downs of the stock market, Dille collected soccer balls, ect, composed letters and called paign, Dille collected 45 soc- we guarantee that you’ll have more in our IRA or Annuity tomorrow than gym bags, soccer uniforms, cleats potential donors. He also created cer balls, 110 pairs of cleats, 80 you have today. and shin guards. Monetary dona- the logo and flyer for his Soccer pairs of shin guards, 110 pairs tions were used to purchase soc- Cares campaign. of socks, 88 regular jerseys and cer goals. Many of the donors Dille con- shorts, seven goalie jerseys and He also contacted the Ba- tacted were very receptive of his gloves, 11 pumps, bags and cone Call now: Frank Lamulle ton Rouge Soccer Association project. Corporate sponsors in- sets and several coats and hood- 504-458-0957 (BRSA) about collecting soccer clude Mockler Beverage Amedy- ies. *Interest rates are subject to change. Minimum guarantee rate is 1.75%. Home Office: San Antonio, Texas. #AS 9.12 equipment at the soccer fields. sis and Raising Cane’s. Dille, who has been playing Bo Cassidy of BRSA said of Dille also appealed to the St. soccer since he was 4 years old, Dille, “I’ve been super impressed George school and church family. hopes to attend and play soccer exterior shutters Custom Made New Orleans Style Exterior Shutters, with the way he’s organized and When speaking in front of the at Catholic High School, his fa- View Carre Commission Approved.

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sastrous. Director Tim Burton’s skillful but explicit scenes of violence, some of it Motion Picture Association of America 3-D animated spoof of horror conven- directed against children, grisly images, ratings: MOVIE tions might scare small fry, but will fleeting profanity, occasional rough lan- G – General audiences; all ages admitted PG – Parental guidance suggested; some delight their older siblings and amuse guage. L; R REVIEWS material may not be suitable for children parents as well. Mild scatological hu- USCCB Office for Film & Broadcasting PG-13 – Parents are strongly cautioned mor and some science-fiction hokum. Argo classifications: to give special guidance for attendance A-I; PG (Warner Bros.) A-I – General patronage of children under 13; some material may Engrossing thriller, based on real A-II – Adults and adolescents be inappropriate for young children Here Comes the Boom events, and set against the backdrop of A-III – Adults R – Restricted; under 17 requires accom- (Columbia) the Iran hostage crisis of 1979-81. Tasked A-IV – Adults, with reservations panying parent or adult guardian Director Frank Coraci extols the by his boss (Bryan Cranston) with rescu- L – Limited adult audience NC-17 – No one under 17 admitted Christian virtue of self-sacrifice ing the handful of U.S. embassy employ- O – Morally offensive through the unlikely yet inspiring tale ees who managed to escape capture when of an ordinary man who goes to ex- that facility was overrun by armed mili- traordinary lengths to help others. tants, a CIA agent (Ben Affleck) hatches Taken 2 brief premarital sensuality, at least one When the penny-pinching principal a seemingly far-fetched scheme: He’ll (Fox) use of profanity, occasional crude lan- (Greg Germann) of a failing public smuggle them out of Tehran — where A retired CIA agent (Liam Neeson) guage. A-III; PG-13 high school threatens to eliminate its they’ve been hiding in the Canadian em- returns to the rampage when the father popular music program — and axe the bassy — disguised as a Canadian film (Rade Sherbedgia) of the villain he dis- Frankenweenie beloved teacher (Henry Winkler) who crew scouting locations. To do so convinc- patched in the first installment of this (Disney) runs it — a faculty colleague (Kevin ingly, he enlists the aid of a Hollywood violent franchise seeks revenge with a After his beloved pet dog is killed in James) pledges to raise the funds need- producer (Alan Arkin) and makeup art- kidnapping plot targeting the operative, an accident, a socially isolated but sci- ed to save the activity. Having failed ist (John Goodman), and together they his ex-wife (Famke Janssen) and their entifically gifted boy (voice of Char- to do so by more conventional means, drum up publicity for the imaginary film teen daughter (Maggie Grace). Though lie Tahan) uses stock monster-movie the onetime college wrestler becomes a project of the title. Affleck, who also di- the perfunctory setup includes a nod or methods to bring the pooch back to life. mixed martial arts cage fighter. Despite rected, masterfully alternates between two in the direction of family together- His subsequent efforts to conceal his being beaten to a pulp in each bout, he life-or-death drama and high-stakes hu- ness and hints at a possible reconcilia- breakthrough from his parents (voices inspires his students and coworkers, es- mor. Though both aspects of the story too tion for the divorced couple, mayhem of Catherine O’Hara and Martin Short) pecially the school nurse (Salma Hayek) frequently give rise to coarse dialogue, for its own sake seems to be the driving and from his peers (voiced, among who tenderly patches his wounds. Re- the canny patriotism and emotional im- principle behind director Olivier Mega- others, by Atticus Shaffer and James alistic martial arts sequences, a brief pact of the picture — as scripted by Chris ton’s otherwise largely pointless shoot- Hiroyuki Liao) go awry, however. And scene of gross-out humor, one instance Terrio — make for a rousing experience. ’em-up. Frequent, sometimes gory vio- when his schoolmates try to emulate of crass language. A-II; PG Potentially disturbing scenes and im- lence, including beatings and torture, his feat, the results are temporarily di- ages, an abortion reference, a half-dozen Pitch Perfect uses of profanity, many rough and crude (Universal) terms. A-III; R Campus musical in which a college student (Anna Kendrick) joins an all- Seven Psychopaths female a cappella group that’s on track (CBS) to compete in an annual competition. The line between reality and cinema is Along the way to the singing show- blurred in this powerful but excessively down, she clashes with the ensemble’s violent drama. The complex plot centers traditionally minded leader (Anna on a borderline-alcoholic screenwriter Camp) and finds romance with a fellow (Colin Farrell) and two of his friends music lover (Skylar Astin), despite his (Christopher Walken and Sam Rock- membership in a rival all-male band well). The latter duo have a scam going of warblers. Though director Jason that involves kidnapping dogs and get- Moore’s multi-melody romp maintains ting cash rewards for returning them to a generally pleasing tone, some salty their unsuspecting owners, who think language and a lax outlook on premari- the pets have just gone missing. Walken’s tal sexuality bar recommendation for character uses the funds to finance his youngsters. Implied nonmarital rela- wife’s (Linda Bright Clay) breast cancer tionships, adult themes and references, treatment. But things go awry when they including to aberrant sexuality, a few snatch a crazed gangster’s (Woody Har- uses of profanity, occasional crude and relson) beloved pooch. They go on the crass language, an obscene gesture. A- lam, joined by the screen scribe who in- III; PG-13 corporates their experiences into a script he’s writing for a movie with the same Sinister title as this one. Writer-director Martin (Summit) McDonagh is firing on all aesthetic pis- Ethan Hawke plays a famed true- tons, as too are his stars. But his serious crime writer who moves his wife (Juliet meditation on the vicious cycle of wrong- Rylance) and two kids (Michael Hall doing and revenge — and the possibili- D’Addario and Clare Foley) from their ties of living peacefully — is marred by Connecticut mansion to a rambling off-the-charts bloodletting and scenes Pennsylvania ranch house thinking he of sickening mayhem. Also lost in the can solve an old murder that took place queasy shuffle is his screenplay’s unusu- on the property. Instead he finds himself ally forthright affirmation of an afterlife. trapped in the vortex of an ancient killing Pervasive gory violence, including tor- ritual. Director Scott Derrickson blends ture and multiple suicides, nongraphic the hoary haunted house motif with the nonmarital sexual activity, a prostitution found footage formula of more recent theme, upper female nudity, several uses years to mostly tepid results. But at least of profanity, relentless rough and crude he goes relatively light on the gore. Brief language. O; R October 17, 2012 ENTERTAINMENT The Catholic Commentator 19

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Talk myself out of feeling; Talk my way out 587 595 61620 6 6634 Refrain: of control; Talk myself out of falling in love; Far away, far away; Waste away tonight; Falling in love with you 56 676 6 86 I’m wearing my heart on a noose; Far 96 07 17 away, far away; Waste away tonight; To- (Repeat first verse.) 27 37 47 night my heart’s on the loose (Repeat refrain twice.) moc.scilohtacrofsemagdrow.www ACROSS 3 Captivated by Oh lights and action; I just can’t be satis- 1 He entered Judas (Lk 22:3) 4 Rephrase fied; Oh losers and choosers; Won’t you Tonight my heart’s on the loose; Tonight 6 ___ Friday 5 Meaner please hold on my life; Oh hours and my heart’s on the loose 10 “Vanity of vanities” source 6 Sparse fluid (abbr.) 7 Rubberneck hours; Like the dog years of the day; Old 14 President 8 Like much lore 15 Culture or business opener 9 Pertaining to God 16 Head and back follower 10 Isaiah spoke of a new one (Isa Sung by Green Day | Copyright © 2012 by Reprise 17 Rouses 66:22) 18 Belgrade resident 11 202, in ancient Rome 19 Rivers in Spain 12 Hew 20 Perfumes 13 Reduced by 22 He gave Hannah words of 21 Catholic actor Mineo comfort 26 “Can any of you by worrying t has been a while since Green also receive when love appears. 23 Leaves 15% ___ a single moment to your Day had a hit on the charts, But receiving something from 24 Republic Asia life?” (Mt 6:27) but now that has changed. In someone is not why you should 25 OT prophetic book 28 Palms are burned to make I 27 Passed by these July, the group released its new care about another person. Love 31 Be in debt 29 Sign of ___ and ninth studio album “Uno!” that is genuine is shared and 34 Genesis structure 30 Founder of the American with the single “Oh Love.” Be- nurtured. It helps you and your 38 Bishopric Sisters of Charity 39 Prescribed amounts 31 Tasmanian peak cause the song is lengthy, just romantic partner find meaning 41 Diving birds 32 What Peter did when he heard over five minutes, critics call the and satisfaction in sharing vari- 42 Word with old or hard the cock crow for the third time song a “power pop” release. ous aspects of life. 43 Vipers 33 Being (Lt.) 44 “So the last will be ___” (Mt 34 27th president of the United While Green Day has put out However, when love “rains” 20:16) States several songs that offer listen- on you, often it has little to 46 _ nomic; _ system 35 Gallic agreements ers something to consider, “Oh do with romance. Romance is 47 Take to the soapbox 36 Sitcom TV station 48 Dose amt. 37 Winding shape Love” is not one of these. The exciting, but love is expansive. 49 “Old Lace” poison 40 Gondolier’s implement song’s character expresses his Love reaches out to all types 52 River of Devon 45 Matthew collected this before hope that love will “rain.” He is of relationships and brings out 53 Opposite one of two he met Jesus On The Record 57 It’s gold and white with a papal 47 Month of the Rosary looking for “lights and action,” other qualities within yourself. symbol on it 50 Lector but doesn’t seem to have any Charlie Martin For example, love might lead 60 “___ Maria” 51 Biennial games org. idea of what that means or why you to grow as a genuine and 63 Chinese laborer 52 The Hebrews fled from here 65 Bird’s nest 54 The ___ of David such circumstances could bring faithful friend. Such a relation- 66 Cervine animal 55 Best of a group him love. ship is a treasure and generates a type of love 68 Constructed 56 Angered Maybe this is because he has confused love that often endures. Love will lead you to many 69 Ooze 57 What we are to do on Ash 70 Makes a mistake Wednesday with the adrenaline rush of meeting someone friendships that establish a network of caring 71 First name in cosmetics 58 Sly look new and falling in love. Or maybe he is not for your life and for the lives of your friends. 72 Horse’s gait 59 Pertaining to Mars really seeking love at all but rather the zing Pop culture offers many versions of what 73 Peasant 61 Adjective for “Reverend” 74 Certain woodwinds 62 Architect Saarinen of sexual attraction or emotional infatuation. love is supposed to be. However, today’s dis- DOWN 64 Soissons seasons Either way, these should not be confused with ciples of Jesus should take a different approach 1 “...for whatever a man ___, that 67 Alphabet string love. to love. They see what Jesus did for the lives of he will also reap.” (Gal 6:7) 2 Beaded counters Solution on page 22 Love occurs spontaneously, but its presence others and should continue his model of gener- is more likely to be discovered through giving, osity, forgiveness, understanding, and encour- not through seeking. Even when the feeling of agement. With this greater vision of what love love arises, it needs a solid foundation in other is, I would agree with the song and hope that Tree Service aspects of a relationship if it is to be sustained. love will “rain” on all of us. Mr. D’s Authentic love flows out of God’s presence ovEr 35 yEars ExpErIEncE and not from “lights and action.” Love brings MARTIN is an Indiana pastoral counselor who re- Don Decell, owner caring when the lights are out or the action is views current music for Catholic News Service. carl BaBin, owner missing. Consequently, love is steadfast. It does • Economical not need the thrill of the new to bring its uplift- Your comments are always welcome. Please • Fully Insured • Quality Work ing and supportive power. Love is ready to give write to [email protected] or at 7125 CALL TODAY! without seeking a return. West Country Road 200 South, Rockport, IN 225-292-6756 All of this does not mean that you should not 47635. 20 The Catholic Commentator VIEWPOINT October 17, 2012 Vatican II: The work begins with the Constitution on the Liturgy

atican Council II was designed to last 10 the motion. The 10 cardinals who only a distraction? weeks each fall, during the months of October, were assigned to rotate as president of • Was there need for greater use of VNovember and December, for however long it each working session agreed, post- holy Scripture and more emphasis on took. poned the election for a week, and preaching in the liturgy or not? In preparation for the council, bishops throughout adjourned the session, which had • Should the laity and religious on the world had sent in topics they wanted considered. lasted less than an hour. Evidently, as certain occasions be permitted to re- Preparatory committees, consisting of members Cardinal Giovanni Urbani of Ven- ceive Communion under both species? of Vatican congregations and theologians chosen ice noted, the bishops had not come • Should concelebration of Mass by by committee members, had compiled the bishop’s merely “to sprinkle holy water” on the a number of priests be permitted more suggestions into eight volumes, with a total of 5,000 status quo. widely? pages. The committees turned these topics into Another indication that the bishops Debate on all aspects of the liturgy schemas, or “white papers,” that the council fathers were thinking for themselves was a so excited the bishops that there were would use as the basis of their discussions, which brief letter to the world, written by the many amendments to the original text. were held five times a week in the central nave of St. bishops during the week-long break, This prolonged the work of the com- Peter’s Basilica. Following this period of preparation, declaring that their concern would Another mission in drafting the final document, which had taken three years, from 1959 to 1962, the be for the poorest and weakest of the and the vote on the final revision had to questions were, “How to organize this voluminous world’s afflicted. This focus would Perspective be saved for the second session. This at amount of opinions and concerns into statements eventually become known as “a pref- least was proof that the council would that would define the nature of the modern church erential option for the poor.” As one Father John Carville not be over quickly. Pope John was and its direction for the future? Where to begin? How African bishop noted, “We were no going to get the “aggiornamento” he to make this council the council of renewal and of longer closed up in our little huts.” The bishops had wanted. unity desired by Pope John XXIII?” quickly recognized the insufficiency of the prepara- You are witness to how these questions were When the bishops began their general work meet- tory schemas in which such concerns were absent. answered. You experience it at all Masses. The two ings, the first agenda item was to elect the commis- Pope John XXIII, himself, decided that the first most important changes were the restructuring of sions or working groups that would guide the writing topic of the Vatican Council would be the liturgy. It the Liturgy of the Word with a renewed emphasis on of each document. The curial members who admin- was the only topic that had found a consensus among the Scripture readings and the homilies that were to istered the Vatican congregations expected they the bishops when they were asked to submit their be focused on the Scriptural passages proclaimed at would be elected to these working groups since they own suggestions for the council’s agenda. Liturgy was that Mass, and the use of the vernacular instead of had produced the preparatory schema, the “white also the aspect of the Church’s life in which renewal Latin to promote understanding and, above all, ac- papers.” But the bishops didn’t like the tone and some had already made the most progress. tive participation of the laity. The Constitution on the of the content of the papers that had already been At the council, the debate on the liturgy centered Sacred Liturgy was approved by vote of 2,162 to 46. sent to them. At this first meeting the bishops were around some main considerations: After the Council of Trent (1554-1565), the im- supposed to select 160 council fathers who ultimately • Should all decisions about the liturgy be made portance of Scripture in the Mass had all but been would be responsible for producing the final docu- in Rome, with national bodies of bishops merely forgotten as emphasis was placed on the Eucharis- ments of the council. The only names they had been proposing changes, or should these territorial bodies tic Prayer in opposition to some Protestants who given were of those who had been on the preparatory have legislative power with the Holy See approving? denied the Eucharist. Prior to Vatican II, the extreme commissions. • Should the vernacular be permitted in the Latin emphasis on the Eucharistic Prayer, in fact, led to the Cardinal Achille Lienart of Lille, France immedi- rite, and if so, to what extent? requirement that the Eucharistic Prayer was the only ately asked that the voting be postponed a week to al- • Did the Latin liturgy, generally, need to be part of Mass that the faithful had to attend in order low the bishops a chance to get to know one another, renewed all along the line, or was it satisfactory as it to fulfill their Sunday and Holy Day obligation. Vati- and for the episcopal conferences of each nation to was? can II’s recognition of the importance of Scripture develop their own list of writing-team members. • Was there a need for active participation by the in the Mass also prepared the way for a very strong Cardinal Josef Frings of Cologne, Germany seconded people in prayer and song in the liturgy, or was this document on divine revelation that would come later. Catholics began to catch up with their Protestant brothers and sisters as people of the Bible. The change to the vernacular overhauled and updated 400 years of liturgical practice that seemed Parisian church participated in liturgical experiment to be set in stone. Mandatory Latin for the Mass had long relegated the laity to the role of passive observ- By Father John Carville basket. The coins were francs, worth about 20 ers. The willingness to vote for change on this issue When I was a seminarian at the North Ameri- cents, or less. Since I could afford that, I did was a way of reestablishing contact with the com- can College the students were allowed to travel likewise. mon people by proclaiming the Gospel message in an throughout Europe every summer for a month. The priest came down the aisle and greeted understandable way. It was also a sign that the time The summer just before the council began, I everyone with “Bon jour,” and then, facing the of fear, the era of the Church as a fortress secured spent five days in Paris. people, began “En nom du Pere, et du Fils, et du against change, was over. The small hotel where a group of us were stay- Saint Esprit... ” I couldn’t believe it! For two years The first session of Vatican II ended for the council ing on the Rue de la Seine was within walking I hadn’t heard anything but Latin – in Roman fathers the way it had begun. They were held to their distance of the University of Paris, the Sorbonne. churches, in university lectures, in oral exams. opening letter written to the world. A small bishop, I had heard of the student church there, Saint I soon understood what the coins were for – an Dom Helder Camara of Recife, Brazil, the poorest Severin. offertory procession. And here in a weekday Mass diocese in the world, urged the assembly to not forget My first morning in Paris I got up early, made the scripture was read in French, and many of the the Church’s mission to the poor. To remind them, he my way down Saint Germain des Pres through Mass prayers too. gave each bishop a simple wooden cross on a leather the Latin Quarter past Saint Sulpice to attend After Mass I asked the celebrant about it, and thong and told them to wear it instead of their gold Mass at Saint Severin. As I entered the church, he explained that they had a special indult (per- and silver pectoral crosses. When they returned the I noticed there was a small table covered like an mission) for a liturgical experiment. Apparently, following October, gone were the Grecas and silver altar in front of the chairs which served as pews. the liturgical movement was alive and well in buckles. And in the streets of Rome the bishops wore People entering put a host from a ciborium in one France, and it would not be long before what they simple black business suits. little basket near the door and a coin in another were doing was no longer an experiment. FATHER CARVILLE is a retired priest in the Diocese of Baton Rouge and writes on current topics for The Catholic Commentator. October 17, 2012 VIEWPOINT The Catholic Commentator 21

| LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Tribalism and fear – Unworthy of Christianity

n her most recent book, a Catholics.” She adds, “Since my Extraordinary minister of series of essays entitled, own religious heroes tended Holy Communion is correct I“When I was a Child I Read to die gruesomely under these Books,” Marilynne Robinson regimes. I have no nostalgia for Since it is the mission of every usage, but for ordained or lay offi- includes an essay called Won- the world before secularism, nor newspaper to report a story as ac- cials of the diocese whose job it is drous Love. would many of these ‘Christian curately as possible, and in order to instruct and inform the faithful She begins this essay au- nation’ exponents, if they looked to assist you in that mission, I offer to continue its usage is inexcus- tobiographically, confessing a little into the history of their these comments in a spirit of fra- able, and especially during a pro- her deep, long-standing faith own traditions.” ternal correction. gram for those being instructed to as a Christian, and her ever Inside our fear of secular- According to the 19 March 2004 act as “Extraordinary Ministers of deepening wonder and awe at ism, she suggests, lies a great clear and authoritative Instruc- Holy Communion” (the proper title the mystery of God. She goes irony: We are afraid of secular- tion Redemptionis Sacramentum to be used). This may seem like an on to express some of her fears ism because we have, in fact, mandated and approved by Pope insignificant issue, but as the docu- apposite to what is happening internalized the great prejudice John Paul II and “to be observed ment itself explains, it reflects the today in many churches and In Exile against Christianity, namely, the immediately by all concerned” in dignity of the Eucharist itself, and inside many of us; namely, new belief that faith and Christianity the Catholic Church there is no the distinct separation of roles of forms of tribalism and fear are Father Ron Rolheiser cannot withstand the scrutiny such thing/person/ministry as priest and laity. I encourage ev- reducing our wondrous God to of an intellectually sophisticated “extraordinary minister of the Eu- eryone to read the complete docu- a “tribal deity” and our own “local Baal.” culture. And that fear lies at the root of an charist” (RS 156). Since this title ment, especially editors. The God of all nations, all families and anti-intellectualism that is very prominent has entered the common Catholic all peoples, she asserts, is too frequently inside many religious and church circles lexicon it can be understood when Donald C. Marrero being invoked as a God, more exclusively, today. How much of our fear today about ordinary laypersons continue its Clinton, La. of my own nation, my own family, my own Christianity being on a slippery slope can be church and my own people. She cites various traced back to this prejudice? Why are we so examples of this, including her own sadness afraid of our world and of secularized intel- Observance of Sabbath at how sincere Christians cannot accept each lectuals? other’s authenticity: “I must assume that This fear, she asserts, spawns an antago- has been lost to busyness those who disagree with my understanding nism that is unworthy of Christianity. Fear of Christianity are Christians all the same, and antagonism are very fashionable within This letter is in no way a criti- phone, and responded, “This right that we are members of one household. I religious circles today, almost to be worn as cism of anyone. It is my expres- here.” confess that from time to time I find this a badge of faith and loyalty. And is this a sign sion of a sadness with which I have I realize technology is not the difficult. This difficulty is owed in part to the of health? No. Neither fear nor antagonism, struggled for some time. Our so- culprit. I accept technology as a fact that I have reason to believe they would she submits, are “becoming in Christians or ciety has all but lost a sense of the gift. I struggle with the reality that not extend this courtesy to me.” in the least degree likely to inspire think- Sabbath. I know there are many a large segment of society has, as This, she rightly asserts, is unworthy of ing or action of the kind that deserves to churchgoers in our community Wayne Muller puts it, “lost the God, of Christianity and of what’s best in us. be called Christian.” Moreover, “if belief in and there are still families who rhythm between work and rest” We know better, though we usually don’t act Christ is necessary to attaining of everlast- reserve Sundays for family time. (Muller, Sabbath. © 1999, Bantam on that and are thus indicted by what Freud ing life, then it behooves anyone who calls Still, it saddens me to see how Books.) called “the narcissism of minor differences.” himself or herself a Christian, any institution busyness has overcome the week- When was the last time you sat that calls itself a church, to bring credit to ends, including Sundays. down with someone for a meal or the faith, at very least not to embarrass or What saddens me most is how a cup of coffee and neither of you We are not supposed to disgrace it. Making God a tribal deity, our lo- this has affected our children. Once checked your email or social me- cal Baal, is embarrassing and disgraceful.” was a time when schools sched- dia on your cell phone? We need care what the world thinks. Fear and antagonism do nothing, she uled no activities on Sundays. Now the Sabbath to achieve happiness adds, to draw respect to Christianity and there are numerous activities at and peace. We also need other sab- But it is the world we are our churches and to the extent that we let which students are expected to be bath moments: sacred, quiet, rest- them be associated with Christianity, we risk present: athletic events, practices, ful time with family and friends, trying to convert. defacing Christianity in the world’s eyes. But club meetings and other extracur- with God in prayer, and simple saying that in today’s climate is to be judged ricular group gatherings. down time. While this is primarily And this takes its root in fear, fear of ma- as unpatriotic. We are not supposed to care I had a conversation recently about religion and faith practices ny things. Not least among those fears is our what the world thinks. But it is the world we with a high school senior. While for many people of many denomi- fear of the secularized world and how we feel are trying to convert. And so we need to be we talked I asked him, “It seems to nations, it’s not just about religion. this has put us on a slippery slope in terms of careful not to present Christianity as un- me that most of your peers have lit- It’s about a healthy rhythm of life our Christian heritage and our moral values. dignified, xenophobic, and unworthy of our tle to no down time, that you’re in and whether or not we’re losing it. To quote Robinson here: “These people see wondrous, all-embracing God. perpetual motion.” Before I could It’s about our commitment to per- the onrush of secularism intent on driving Why all this fear, if we believe that Chris- follow up with “Do you think this sonal health and wholeness and religion to the margins, maybe over the edge, tianity is the deepest of all truth and believe is true?” he was already nodding the example that we’re setting for and for the sake of Christianity they want to that Christ will be with us to the end of time? and saying, “Absolutely. No doubt.” our children. enlist society itself in its defense. They want Her last sentences capsulize a challenge we When I asked what he thought is politicians to make statements of faith, and urgently need today. “Christianity is too the major cause of this, he reached Father Trey Nelson when merchants hang their seasonal signs great a narrative to be reduced to serving into his pocket, pulled out his cell Baton Rouge, La. and banners they want them to say some- any parochial interest or to be underwritten thing more specific than “Happy Holidays.” by any lesser tale. Reverence should forbid in Robinson, however, is distrustful of particular its being subordinated to tribal- Letters to the Editor enlisting political power to defend Christian- ism, resentment or fear.” Letters to the Editor should be typed and limited to 350 words and ity. Why? Because “this country (the United should contain the name and address of the writer, though the States) in its early period was largely popu- OBLATE FATHER RON ROLHEISER, theologian, teacher address will not be printed. We reserve the right to edit all letters. lated by religious people escaping religious and award-winning author, is president of Send to: Letters to the Editor, The Catholic Commentator, P. O. Box persecution at the hands of state churches, the Oblate School of Theology in San Antonio, 14746, Baton Rouge, LA 70898-4746, or to [email protected]. whether French Huguenots, Scots Presbyte- Texas. He can be contacted through his website rians, English Congregationalists, or English ronrolheiser.com. 22 The Catholic Commentator COMING EVENTS October 17, 2012

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Children of Bryan Brown Daughter of Christine Roig

Left: Sacred Heart Principal Joan Hutson tells eighth graders about Jesus forgiving the Woman at the Well, the painting above one of the original confessionals at Sacred Heart Church. Right: Lisa Cossé explains the elements in the painting of Jesus and Mary Magda- lene that is over the confessional on the opposite wall. Photos by Laura Deavers | The Catholic Commentator BryAN BrOwN ChrIsTINe rOIg VP, TuITION serVICes MANAger AVP, TuITION suPPOrT MANAger FAITH: Stained glass windows tell story of creation No one in the gulf south understands education financing better than First FROM PAGE 1 In the background is a man who has The vestibule, or narthex, contains sev- caught the attention of many since he is Bank and Trust. During the past 10 years, we have helped over 100,000 eral Dom DeWitt paintings: Jesus appear- wearing eyeglasses. During a recent visit families finance their most important expense of all–their children’s ing to Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque, Our to the church they grew up in, Catherine Lady of Sorrows, Saint Peter and Saint Paul. Blasco Gueho, Marti Blasco Didier and education. Now, we welcome Bryan Brown and Christine Roig In the painting of Saint Margaret Mary, Mary Blasco Noto, said the man with the to lead our team. As experienced First Bank and Trust Bankers, they Jesus holds his Sacred Heart as the saint glasses is their father, who was a brother understand providing a quality education with an affordable payment option kneels before him. In the painting dedi- of Monsignor Dominic Blasco. As pastor cated to Our Lady of Sorrows, Mary holds of Sacred Heart in the early 1940s, Monsi- is a concern of countless parents. In fact, they share the same concern. Bryan the body of her crucified son still wearing gnor Blasco convinced New Orleans Arch- and Christine have both chosen private education for their own children and his crown of thorns. Christ holds the sym- bishop Joseph Francis Rummel that the bol of his Sacred Heart. Mindful that he church parish of 4000 needed a church. are uniquely qualified to balance the needs of parents and school administrators. was painting while World War II was go- Monsignor Blasco fashioned Sacred Heart ing on, Dom DeWitt painted a soldier on Church after one in Cefalu, Italy, accord- one wall of the alcove, and the soldier’s wife ing to his nieces. First Bank and Trust continues to help more than 100 local schools each year and children on the opposite wall, kneeling The stained glass windows throughout offering a turnkey program with attractive benefits for both the parents and in prayer for his safety. One eighth grader the church were designed and executed by the schools. Call Bryan or Christine today to find out why First Bank and noticed and asked about the partially eaten Emile Frei, Inc., stained glass artists in St. apple in the painting, which symbolizes Louis, Mo. Trust is at the top of the class when it comes to education financing. Or visit Christ’s victory over Adam and Eve’s sin. The eight nave windows are intended to www.FBTonline.com to open a Tuition Marquis Account and enjoy special Students were amazed at the paintings tell a story that begins with the window at of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, because they the front of church, on the east side. The checking benefits for parents and school employees! are 12 feet tall. The saints are on either side top panel in each window tells the story of of the main aisle, guarding the nave, the creation. The second panel illustrates the main entrance to the church. life and teaching of Jesus Christ. The great In the arched niches over the confession- commandments are the subject of the next als on each side of the church are paintings three panels, while the bottom two panels which depict God’s forgiveness. On the west contain the promises of the Sacred Heart wall is a mural of Christ and the Samaritan to Saint Margaret Mary. Woman at the Well. John’s Gospel states Je- Children often remark that no matter sus asked the woman, who had been mar- where they sit in Sacred Heart Church, it Your Goals Come First. ried five times, for a drink of water from the appears that the eyes of Jesus high above well. Jesus forgives the woman of her sins. the altar in the dome of the church are On the opposite wall is a painting of looking straight at them. Some people see Mary Magdalene washing Jesus’ feet. All this image as a kind and loving God, wait- four Gospels tell of this event in which a ing for them to enter eternity, while others (504) 584-5967 www.FBTonline.com woman described as a great sinner repents think God is looking at them with scorn of her sins as she throws herself at Jesus’ for their sinfulness. However the image is © 2012 First Bank and Trust, A First Trust Company. feet. Jesus’ arms are extended in a manner seen, gazing at this painting gives a person of forgiveness, blessing and love. much to contemplate about their faith. 24 The Catholic Commentator October 17, 2012 Bishop celebrates Respect Life Mass at Cathedral Oct. 14 By Laura Deavers Editor

The annual Bishop’s Respect Life Mass was held at St. Jo- seph Cathedral in Baton Rouge on Oct. 14. Bishop Robert W. Muench celebrated the Mass and was assisted by Deacons Dan Borné and Jodi Moscona. Jesus tells the faithful to respect, to promote, safeguard DEO GRATIAS – St. Joseph Seminary College held its annual Deo and pray for human life in all aspects and stages of life, Bishop Students from Redemptorist and St. Michael the Archangel high Gratias at the Catholic Life Center on Oct. 7. At the benefit, attend- schools gather with Bishop Robert W. Muench following the annual ees had an opportunity to learn more about the work of the semi- Muench reminded the hundreds attending the Mass. Respect Life Mass that they attended Oct. 14 at St. Joseph Cathe- nary and meet the seminarians from the Diocese of Baton Rouge dral. Photo by Peter Fletcher | St. Michael the Archangel High School and other dioceses. Proceeds from the evening are dedicated to References to respecting hu- the Seminary “Gap” Fund, helping to cover the difference between man life appear throughout the The bishop also spoke of Continuing, Bishop Muench the tuition the seminarians pay and the actual cost of their educa- Old and New Testaments of the Thomas Jefferson 235 years ago spoke of several occasions on tion. Bishop Robert W. Muench thanked and encouraged the men Bible, in documents establish- writing the Declaration of Inde- which the U. S. Conference discerning the priesthood and talked about the important role the ing the democracy of the United pendence, which contains the of Catholic Bishops and Pope seminary plays in their discernment. Seminarian Garret Twinning, States, as well as in documents sentence, “We hold these truths Benedict XVI have issued docu- Student Government Association president, shared his experience written by religious leaders of to be self-evident, that all men ments extolling the sacredness of discerning his vocation to the priesthood. The Schola Cantorum, the Catholic Church. Bishop are created equal, that they are of the human body. the student choir, leads a vesper service in Christ Court at the Cath- Muench mentioned several bibli- endowed by their creator with In attendance at the Mass olic Life Center at the beginning of the evening prior to a social and cal passages that refer to human certain unalienable rights, that were students from Redemptor- dinner. Photo by Debbie Shelley | The Catholic Commentator life, specifically Psalm 139, Jer- among these are life, liberty and ist and St. Michael the Archan- emiah 1:5 and Luke 1:41. the pursuit of happiness.” gel high schools.

Commitment Form for October 29, 2012 Pelican Point Golf and Country Club www.svdpbr.org 10:00 a.m. – Registration 12:00 p.m. - Tee-off 10:00 -12:00 p.m. – Lunch for all golfers We especially thank the LeBlanc family for their Awards Program and Barbecue Dinner to Follow generosity and community leadership which ensures Sponsor or Player Name ______that our tournament and work in the community are a success. We also recognize and thank our honorary Address ______government chairs: Parish Presidents Tommy Company Contact Name ______Martinez, Ascension Parish; Melvin “Kip” Holden, East Baton Rouge Parish; J. Mitchell Ourso, Jr., Phone ______Fax ______Email ______Iberville Parish; Layton Ricks, Livingston Parish; and Riley “Pee Wee” Sponsorship Levels (Please check all that apply.) Berthelot, West Baton Rouge Parish. We have great support from Price ______Corporate Sponsorship $3000.00 LeBlanc Toyota-Lexus and our government leaders, and we need your (includes two 4-member teams and top public relations billing) support too! ______Associate Sponsorship $1000.00 (includes one 4-member team and public relations) We invite you to join us for this year’s golf tournament, which will be held ______Golf Team & Hole Sponsor $600.00 th on Monday, October 29 , at the Pelican Point Golf and Country Club in ______Golf Team $500.00 Gonzales. Participate in this event – either as a sponsor or as a golfer – ______Hole Sponsor $125.00 and become part of the city’s premier golf tournament raising awareness and support for our vital charitable programs. ______Individual Player $125.00 This tournament supports the great charities of St. Vincent de Paul. This Amount Enclosed ______year, we will fill over 33,000 prescriptions at our charitable pharmacy; our I am unable to play, but would like to contribute to the event $ ______shelters will be home for over 1,200 homeless men, women and children; Please make check payable to St. Vincent de Paul and mail with this our dining room will serve over 220,000 meals; and we will provide over form to: St. Vincent de Paul, P. O. Box 127, Baton Rouge, LA 70821 27,000 uniforms for needy school children. ------Complete for all team players (attach list of additional players if necessary) Would you please consider playing or consider a sponsorship? We Captain ______Phone ______have limited the field of golfers, so please return your completed Player #2 ______Phone ______registration and sponsorship commitment form as soon as possible. Player #3 ______Phone ______Please return your commitment to St. Vincent de Paul, P. O. Box 127, Player #4 ______Phone ______Baton Rouge, LA 70821 or call us at (225) 383-7837, extension 204.