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Newspaper of the Diocese of Jefferson City A shared milestone for those seeking to be Catholic Many from near and far gathered for Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion See related articles on Pages 10-11 By Jay Nies “It’s overwhelming sometimes — God’s love and compassion for us and how He fights for us to come back to Him.” Amanda Cheely stood in the under- croft of the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City, trying to process every- thing she was experiencing. “God told me I had to be here to- day,” she said. “I couldn’t tell you why, I just know I have to be here.” Her grandfather, who died two years ago, was a Catholic immigrant from Ireland. He and his family settled in a community that had no Catholic church, so they became members of a local Protestant congregation. “So I’ve always had Catholic roots, and now it’s time to go home,” said Ms. Cheely. She is one of 117 catechumens, 94 candidates and 27 uncatechized Cath- Bishop W. Shawn McKnight places his signature on the Book of the Elect, containing the names of all the people olics who joined Bishop W. Shawn in the diocese who are seeking baptism at Easter through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. Known as McKnight at the Rite of Election and catechumens, they and their godparents were gathered in the sanctuary of the Cathedral of St. Joseph the af- Call to Continuing Conversion on ternoon of the First Sunday of Lent. — Photo by Jay Nies March 1, the First Sunday of Lent, as part of their preparation for Easter sac- Bishop McKnight: Responding, in mercy raments of initiation. At the Easter Vigil in their home parishes, the catechumens hope to be and charity, to the COVID-19 pandemic baptized, and they and the candidates “Our mission as Church continues, even as we alter Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, hope to be confirmed and receive their our normal activities for the sake of the common good.” As the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic First Holy Communion. grows, I ask the people of the Diocese of Jefferson City to “I just feel so joyful,” said Ms. Public Masses in diocese suspended until further notice; join me in praying for those who are ill, their loved ones, the Cheely, a candidate from Holy Rosary other gatherings on hold; students at home at least until April 6 healthcare professionals and all who are working tirelessly to parish in Monroe City. “This has been mitigate the terrible suffering caused by the coronavirus. the most awesome experience, to come Parishes urged to organize response teams to help people Our mission as Church continues, even as we alter our in here and feel His presence and to see whose health, work and livelihoods are affected normal activities for the sake of the common good. See INITIATION, page 19 Nonetheless, in keeping with the federal directives and See related articles on Pages 2-4 and 22 other public entities in our area, all public Masses will be sus- pended in the Diocese of Jefferson City until at least April 3. Find us online at Bishop W. Shawn McKnight of Jefferson City addressed We offer this decision as part of our effort to help stem the WWW.CATHMO.COM the following message to the people of the diocese, regarding spread of the coronavirus. the response of the Church in this diocese to the current and and potential effects of the coronavirus (COVID-19): See CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE, page 16 @DIOJEFFCITY 2 The Catholic Missourian March 20, 2020

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ADDRESS______Public Masses, gatherings in diocese CITY, STATE, ZIP______suspended at least until April 3 NEW PARISH______Churches to remain open March 18: may reduce office hours. Re- OLD PARISH______for private prayer, devotion •All public gatherings, gardless, all diocesan and par- including public weddings, ish employees will continue to 03/20/20 Masses to be livestreamed; priests to remain available are cancelled or postponed. receive compensation. Confirmation Masses will be Bishop McKnight urged all Bishop calls for increased rescheduled to be celebrated people to remain mindful of Pray for deceased priests service to God and one another after Easter Sunday. their responsibility to serve the Mar. 27 — Fr. Patrick L. Pierceall, St. Joseph, Palmyra •During this time, church- community in terms of time, Bishop W. Shawn Mc­ (2016) es will remain open as places talent and treasure in this ex- Knight announced March 17 Mar. 31 — Fr. Joseph G. Lawlor, Missionary Service, Peru of prayer and comfort. Priests traordinary hour of need. that all public Masses will be (2011) will be available in the par- “You may register your vol- suspended in the Diocese of ishes to offer Anointing of the unteer capacity on our web- Jefferson City, beginning on Sick and other sacraments. site,” he stated. “Parishes are PRINCIPAL POSITION Wednesday, March 18 and Anyone going to the hospital organizing Disaster Responder until at least April 3. is encouraged to seek the Sac- Teams to serve those immedi- Immaculate Conception School in Montgomery City, Mo. This means all Catholics are rament of Anointing of the ately impacted by the corona- is seeking applications for the 2020-2021 school year for a Principal. For information, contact Fr. Austin Okoli at 573- dispensed from the obligation Sick before so, if possible. virus pandemic. Please contin- 564-2375 or [email protected]. to attend Sunday Mass in per- •Diocesan schools, which ue your tithes to your parishes son. are suspending in-school in- by postal mail or online, if the Online opportunities are struction from March 18 to parish offers that option.” Principal Opening — Tipton, Mo. listed on the diocesan web- April 3, are providing ongo- The bishop stated his pro- site, diojeffcity.org, and some ing instruction either online found gratitude to all who are St. Andrew School, located in Tipton, Mo., is seeking a Princi- parishes will be able to pro- pal for the 2020-2021 school year. Current K-8 enrollment is or packet-based, on a case-by- working tirelessly to mitigate 87 students. The position will also include part-time teaching vide online Masses. Catholics case basis. the effects of the pandemic. responsibilities. Applicants must be willing to work closely are encouraged to check with •While diocesan offices “I pray the efforts we are with the pastor. The qualified candidate must be a practicing their local parish regarding and parish offices will remain doing, as a people of faith, Catholic in good standing with the Church, have at least 3 online Masses. open, some employees may will provide tangible support, years teaching experience, and a Master’s Degree in Educa- “This is in keeping with the work remotely or need to take encouragement and spiritual tion with a Principal’s Certificate or working toward it. Appli- federal directives and other leave to care for themselves or hope to our communities,” he cants should file an application with the Diocese of Jefferson public entities in our area. their families. Some parishes stated. City at www.diojeffcity.org and send a letter of interest to We offer this decision as part Fr. Alex Gabriel at [email protected]. of our effort to help stem the spread of the coronavirus,” SSM Health offering PRINCIPAL POSITION - WESTPHALIA Bishop McKnight stated. “I know you join me in concern free ‘virtual visits’ St. Joseph parish in Westphalia, Mo., is looking for a faith- for all who are being affected filled teaching Principal with proven leadership skills for the 2020-2021 school year. St. Joseph School is an accredited by the rapid spread of the for COVID-19 elementary school, K-8th grade, with 188 students. Qualified coronavirus.” candidates must be a practicing Catholic with an Administrative In addition, parishes have SSM Health — the Catholic health system of which the St. certification, or the ability to become certified. Candidates been instructed to make the Mary’s Hospitals in Jefferson City and Mexico are a part — is of- must have a minimum of 5 years teaching experience; following changes, beginning fering a free Virtual Visit for individuals who are concerned they Catholic school experience preferred. may be experiencing symptoms of, or been exposed to, Coronavi- St. Joseph School has a vibrant tradition with strong parent The Catholic Missourian involvement. It is located in historic Westphalia, which is Official newspaper — Diocese of Jefferson City rus (COVID-19). approximately 20 minutes southeast of Jefferson City. Mailing address: P.O. Box 104900 Jefferson City, Anyone who lives in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma or Wis- Applicants should file an application with the Diocese MO 65110-4900. Phone: (573) 635-9127 consin is eligible for the free evaluation, which can be accessed at of Jefferson City at www.diojeffcity.org and send a “A diocesan paper serves as a bond of unity by ssmhealth.com/covid19. letter of interest to Fr. Anthony Viviano at pastor@ publishing diocesan happenings and promulgating official regulations and decrees. It also plays a The virtual visit begins with an online assessment of each pa- stjosephwestphalia.org. teaching role by reporting notable events of a religious and secular nature, and interpreting them in tient’s symptoms and potential exposure. the light of Christian principles.” — Bishop Joseph M. Marling C.PP.S., July 7, 1957 Next, the patient will be virtually connected with an SSM

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The Catholic Missourian March 20, 2020 3 Childhood trauma counselor offers advice on reassuring children during coronavirus crisis By Jay Nies other influential coverage may be Adults want to keep chil- adults to properly “Although the coronavirus is something to be concerned affecting them. dren safe and healthy during validate children’s about, it’s important to remember that our adult brains She encour- the coronavirus outbreak, but worries without can reconcile things differently than a child’s, so we aged parents to it’s also important to look af- making them mustn’t cause them extra worry.” remain patient if ter their emotional health. worse. — Nancy Hoey, licensed counselor, clinical trauma professional children need to “In many cases, we pass our “Let’s say John- “talk it out.” anxiety along to our children,” ny comes home Finally, she observed Nancy Hoey, a Cath- and tells you that a classmate a child from worrying; it in- Mrs. Hoey also recom- urged adults to pray with chil- olic mother, licensed profes- told him we were all going to stead convinces the child to mended limiting children’s ex- dren every day and include in sional counselor and certified die from the virus, and now he keep their worries to them- posure to media coverage and those prayers all the people af- clinical trauma professional, is worried,” she said. “Validate selves. being mindful of how that fected by the coronavirus. who is a member of Cathedral the emotion by saying, ‘Wow! of St. Joseph parish in Jeffer- I would be worried if someone son City. told me that too.’” Catholic schools closed until April 3 “Although the coronavi- Then, Mrs. Hoey recom- The 37 elementary and For more information on to the coronavirus pandemic, rus is something to be con- mended, talk to the child in three high schools in the Dio- what Catholic parishes and please visit diojeffcity.org/ cerned about,” she stated, “it’s a way that is age-appropriate cese of Jefferson City will close schools are doing in response public-health. important to remember that but also calm his or her fears: March 18-April 3, in service to our adult brains can recon- “Yes, there is a virus. There are the common good and in col- cile things differently than a also a lot of people confused laboration with both state and child’s, so we mustn’t cause about what that really means. local health care officials. them extra worry.” Just like every cold and flu Principals have been pro- Bishop Intención del mes She noted that children of- season, we are extra careful vided with the following re- McKnight’s March de marzo del ten look to their parents when to wash our hands, eat our sources: prayer intention Obispo McKnight figuring out how concerned or healthy foods, take our vita- •To meet the educational for our Local por nuestra worried they should be about mins and cover our mouths needs of each student, each Church Iglesia Local what’s happening in the news. when we sneeze or cough. school is working towards providing either e-learning or For the gifts of wisdom, Por los dones “Like the toddler who falls When we do that, we stay re- knowledge and de sabiduría, when running — if mom ally healthy.” packet-based instruction at the understanding as our conocimiento y looks afraid, they will likely Saying such things as “that’s local level. local church discerns a entendimiento durante begin to cry,” she said. silly” or “that isn’t something •All employees will contin- new pastoral plan. el discernimiento del The key is for parents and to worry about” doesn’t stop ue to be paid without interrup- nuevo plan pastoral de tion. nuestra iglesia local.

•All extracurricular activi- Please be so kind as to make this a part ties at the schools should be of your group and private prayer. postponed/canceled, including Bishop McKnight’s athletics. •Families and staff should Calendar be discouraged from travelling or hosting in-person gather- MARCH ings of more than 50 people during this time. Mar. 26 Missouri Catholic Conference Public Policy Committee Meeting Conference Call, 10 am, Jefferson City Mar. 30 Center for Applied Research on the Apostolate Board of Directors Conference Call, 11 am, Jefferson City BETTER APRIL TOGETHER Apr. 2 Chrism Mass, 5:30 pm, Cathedral of St. Joseph, What does co-responsi- Jefferson City (not open to the public; to be live- streamed and recorded) bility of laity and clergy mean for your parish? Apr. 6 Missouri Bishops Province Meeting Conference Call, Throughout our diocese this 8:30 am, Jefferson City; Missouri Catholic Conference Lent, people are meeting in Board of Directors Spring Meeting Conference Call, small groups to break open Refinance your home loan – quickly, 9:15 am, Jefferson City the Word of God and study easily, and with a real person The following Triduum services will be live-streamed/ Church teachings. In these recorded for the public: small groups, we will discern When you work with Hawthorn Bank, action for our parishes and you’ll be able to work with a real, Apr. 9 Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord’s Supper, 7 pm, our diocese to live our faith. qualified mortgage lender right here in Missouri Cathedral of St. Joseph, Jefferson City Over four weeks, we will Apr. 10 Good Friday Passion Service, 7 pm, Cathedral of St. explore themes related to Start the process in person or online. Joseph, Jefferson City Bishop Shawn McKnight’s hawthornbank.com/home-loans/refinancing-your-home vision for our diocese. Apr. 11 Holy Saturday Easter Vigil Mass, 8:30 pm, Cathedral of Contact your parish to join a St. Joseph, Jefferson City small group! Apr. 12 Easter Sunday Mass, 8 am, Cathedral of St. Joseph, Jefferson City Member FDIC ©2019, Hawthorn Bank NMLS #409185 NASDAQ: HWBK 4 The Catholic Missourian March 20, 2020 Disaster Responder Teams seeking volunteers in all parishes

Bishop McKnight calls temporarily suspended. on young people especially “You might be needed to Prayer to the to help their neighbors in need help check up on those who during health crisis are elderly and live alone,” Immaculate Heart of Mary Bishop McKnight suggested. By Jay Nies “Maybe they could use help for Protection from the Coronavirus Now is a very accept- getting some groceries, having O Immaculate Heart of Mary, we entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick. able time for God’s people to a prescription filled, or to run At the foot of the Cross, you participated in Jesus’ pain, with steadfast faith. spread His love and compas- errands for them without com- Patroness of the Diocese of Jefferson City, you know what we need. sion to their neighbors during promising their health.” We are certain of the power of your intercession, so that, as you did at Cana of Galilee, this health crisis. All volunteers will be re- joy and feasting might return after this moment of trial. Parishes throughout the quired to follow local, state Help us, Mother of Divine Love, to conform ourselves to the Father’s will Jefferson City diocese are or- and federal public health offi- and to do what Jesus tells us: ganizing Disaster Responder cials’ guidelines. He who taught us to “love one another, as I have loved you” Teams to assist people who are He said he could think of took our sufferings upon Himself and bore our sorrows being immediately affected by no better way right now for to bring us, through the Cross, to the joy of the Resurrection. the coronavirus (COVID-19) young people to take their Bring under your mantel of protection all who provide care for the sick and pandemic. rightful role in the life and minister to their needs, as your Son implores us to do for one another. Bishop W. Shawn Mc­ mission of the Church. Knight is especially calling “Instead of fretting about V. We seek refuge under your protection, O Holy Mother of God. upon to young people, who the pandemic, how about have been shown to be less trusting in the Lord, listening R. Do not despise our pleas and deliver us from every danger, susceptible to the virus, to of- to His voice, and responding O glorious and blessed Virgin. Amen. fer their services in any way with faith, hope and charity?” possible. he asked. “One of the facts we know kept in mind are “the lonely, sent to the volunteer’s pastor The group, sponsored by but don’t fully understand is Methodical approach the poor and the forgotten,” and to the head of that parish’s Cathedral of St. Joseph parish, that the coronavirus has little Toward that end, parishes according to Bishop Mc­ crisis response team. encourages young adults ages impact upon youth but is very are organizing Disaster Re- Knight. “This is about how we can 18-35 to grow in their faith detrimental to those who are sponder Teams to anticipate The parish leadership teams put our hands and hearts to and be a positive witness of 60 or over,” the bishop told and address an array of situa- will work with parish or lo- work in this time of need,” Christ in their community. young people in a March 14 tions that local Catholics and cal Church organizations that stated LeAnn Korsmeyer, di- Father Joshua Duncan — homily in the cathedral. “Be- non-Catholics within their could help with an immediate ocesan director of parish and who ministers at Cathedral cause of this fact, your Church parish boundaries will likely charitable response. charitable services. of St. Joseph parish, Helias will need you to step up to the experience. They will collect names and It all ties into efforts Catholic High School and in plate to help the Church re- The parishes are doing so contact information for indi- throughout the diocese to re- the diocesan Vocations Office, spond with caring for those in with guidance from the dioce- vidual volunteers who are will- inforce the understanding of oversees the Frassati Fraternity, need.” san Parish and Charitable Ser- ing to help. parishes as centers of mercy which is also sponsored by the He urged young people to vices Office and from Catho- They will identify basic and charity for all people. Cathedral parish but is sup- ask their pastors, their deacons lic Charities of Central and needs for people affected by “The Holy Spirit is work- ported through male students and pastoral ministers how Northern Missouri (CCCN- the virus or by any limited mo- ing through our pastoral at Helias. they may be of best assistance, MO). bility associated with efforts to planning process, and Bishop He said that group is eager, especially when many normal Laypeople in each parish contain it. Mc ­Knight’s vision is coming willing and able to assist the parish functions have to be will serve on a leadership team Such needs may include to fruition faster than any of community, as well. that will be responsible for the transportation needs or deliv- us could have imagined,” she coordination of services within ery of food and medicine. said. God’s great compassion their parish territory. Each parish leadership team People need to know that “These are the times that With careful concern for will formulate a plan to con- they needn’t be Catholic in or- bring all of us together,” said the health and safety of all, tact and offer support to peo- der to turn to the local Catho- Mrs. Korsmeyer. they will plan for how to help ple who are quarantined, self- lic parish for thoughtful and “And with a calm resolve,” the most vulnerable people isolating, or in need. practical assistance. she continued, paraphrasing JEFFERSON CITY in the short term during the This could include families “Whoever you are, you can Pope Francis, “this is our time coronavirus pandemic, espe- of healthcare professionals and contact your local Catholic to be the Church living in the 1904 Southwest Blvd. cially the community trans- those who are being called to church and inform them of midst of her people.” (573) 636-8413 mission phase of the virus in work extra shifts. your need and they will pro- In a letter to the faithful of Open 6 a.m. to Midnight the area. Each team will also coordi- vide appropriate assistance the diocese, Bishop Mc­Knight Chief among those to be nate with any local non-Cath- within their means,” said Mrs. pointed out that efforts such as olic organizations in order to Korsmeyer. these take on increased signifi- KAYSER CHIROPRACTIC & minimize duplication of ser- She pointed out that people cance in this penitential season vices. are stepping forward to ask, leading up to Easter. ACUPUNCTURE CENTER “What can we do to help?” “Many people’s lives are be- CHIROPRACTIC & Alive and well! Lauren Hildreth, coordina- ing disrupted by the coronavi- THE NERVOUS SYSTEM Volunteers can go online to tor for the JP2 Young Adult rus and our attempts to stop Since nerves emit from the spine, it is diojeffcity.org/parish-disaster- group in Jefferson City, heard its rapid spread,” the bishop imperative that no abnormal pressure responders-team-volunteer- Bishop McKnight’s homily on noted. “In this season of Lent, is exerted on nerves, which can create structural form to fill out a simple, inter- March 14. let us increase our prayers, & internal health problems. Call us! active form stating their contact “She immediately touched fasting and almsgiving, so that

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“Roughly 10 percent of the world’s population lives without ready access to clean water. As a result, about 500,000 children die every year from diarrhea caused by unsafe water and poor sanitation — that’s about 1,300 children a day. Worldwide, diarrheal diseases are the leading killers of children under the age of five. “No one would deny the importance of water to sustain life, but few of us realize just how critical the need for this blessed resource has become in some parts of the developing world. It’s literally a matter of life and death.” With his recent statement, Cross Catholic Outreach president Jim Cavnar put the stark statistics of UNICEF and the World Health Organization into terms every American Catholic can easily understand. A serious water crisis threatens the world’s poorest countries, and it should be a major concern to those of us who value the sanctity of life. Thankfully, the Catholic Church is aware of this problem and has stepped forward to act on behalf of the poor, according to Cavnar. ABOVE: Children fill their water jugs from a contaminated spring in Kenya. In many areas of the developing world, the poor depend on “Priests and nuns serving in developing contaminated water sources like this for their drinking water. BELOW: Children often miss school to collect water for their families. Catholic countries are identifying the areas of donors supporting Cross Catholic Outreach’s water projects can provide safe, abundant water to impoverished communities like these. greatest need and are creating plans to help solve the problems,” he said. “All they Guatemala,” Cavnar said. “Of course, our lack is funding. If we can empower them ability to take on that work will depend on with grants of aid and with other resources, getting contributions here in the U.S.” amazing things can be accomplished.” Cavnar is clearly grateful to American Cavnar’s own ministry, Cross Catholic Catholics who choose to support Cross Outreach, was launched in 2001 with this Catholic Outreach’s work with their specific goal in mind. It rallies American prayers and gifts, and he emphasizes their Catholics to fund specific projects overseas, role often, describing them as the real and many safe water initiatives have been heroes in every success story. successfully implemented as a result. “Take the water project needed in In one case, tapping a spring in Haiti the Diocese of Santa Rosa de Lima, allowed Cross Catholic Outreach to Guatemala, for example. Drilling for reduce infant mortality in a poor, remote water wasn’t an option due to the terrain. part of the country. So it’s an ambitious plan that will “Catholic leaders in the village of develop a complex water and distribution Cerca reported children were dying at an system to pump clean water to every alarming rate. If you visited, you could see home in a community currently relying the funeral processions carrying the tiny on contaminated lakes and streams for coffins. They discovered contaminated survival. The Catholic priest in the area water was the problem, and they asked us desperately needs it and its impact will be to help find a solution. Working together, profound — but it takes outside funding we were able to tap a spring and provide to turn that dream into a reality. So, when clean, safe water,” Cavnar explained. our Catholic benefactors support a project Because every area’s water problem is like this, they are literally an answer to How to Help different, Cross Catholic Outreach needs prayer.” to be flexible. Over the years, its projects The same has been true in other To fund Cross Catholic Outreach’s effort to help the have included everything from digging important outreaches too. Over the years, poor worldwide, use the postage-paid brochure inserted wells to channeling water from springs to Cross Catholic Outreach donors have in this newspaper or mail your gift to Cross Catholic installing filtration systems to providing built homes, schools and clinics — and Outreach, Dept. AC01525, PO Box 97168, Washington large holding tanks for purchased water. have further blessed those outreaches with DC 20090-7168. The brochure also includes instructions They also work worldwide and have gifts to fund medicines, school supplies, on becoming a Mission Partner and making a regular done water projects in Africa, South teacher salaries and more. monthly donation to this cause. and Central American countries, the “It is possible to bless people, save If you identify a specific aid project with your gift, 100% of the proceeds will be Caribbean and elsewhere. lives and transform communities,” Cavnar restricted to be used for that specific project. However, if more is raised for the project “This year, some of our biggest water said. “It just takes concerned Catholics than needed, funds will be redirected to other urgent needs in the ministry. projects are planned for Zambia, Kenya and working together to achieve those goals.” 8 The Catholic Missourian March 20, 2020

QUESTION CORNER What is a good Catholic Bible? / Papal Audience Heaven happy with some missing? March 18, 2020 By Father Kenneth Doyle Catholic News Service Dear Brothers and Sisters: Q. My wife realized that my Bible is not In our continuing catechesis on the Beatitudes, Catholic when I could not locate the Book we now consider the fifth Beatitude: “Blessed are of Sirach in it. What is a good Catholic Bi- the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy” (Mat- ble, with a contemporary translation from thew 5:7). This is the only Beatitude where both Greek? (My ultimate preference would be its cause and effect coincide. This reciprocal nature a Catholic Bible with the Old Testament of mercy can be seen not only here but wherever translated from Hebrew and the New Tes- we encounter God’s merciful love, for there is an tament from the Greek — if such a thing inseparable link between mercy offered and mercy exists.) (Albany, Oregon) received. In Matthew’s Gospel we read: “Forgive us our A. There are several translations of the sacred Scriptures that debts as we have forgiven those who are in debt have been approved by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops to us” (6:12). Both the Beatitude and the Lord’s for devotional use and study by Catholics; any translation that Prayer help us realize that we are essentially in bears an imprimatur may be used for those purposes. debt to God and to others, constantly in need of But your best bet, I would think, is the 1986 edition of the forgiveness on account of our failures and sin. Rec- New American Bible; that is the only translation approved for li- ognizing our neediness, and seeking and receiving turgical use at Masses in the United States, and so the wording God’s mercy, in turn strengthens us to forgive oth- would be familiar to you. ers, and points to the secret of mercy: it is in forgiving that we are forgiven. In his 1943 encyclical on Scripture study, “Divino Afflante Mercy is not one aspect among many, but is rather the very center of Christian life. As we Spiritu,” Pope Pius XII wrote: “Ought we to explain the original thank God for His great gift of mercy, let us strive to share with our brothers and sisters this text which, having been written by the inspired author himself, beautiful fruit of charity. has more authority and greater weight than any even the very best I greet the English-speaking faithful joining us through the media, as we continue on our translation, whether ancient or modern.” Lenten journey towards Easter. Upon you and your families, I invoke the strength and peace The New American Bible follows that prescript: Composed that come from our Lord Jesus Christ. May God bless you! over a period of 25 years by some 50 biblical scholars, it uses the original and oldest available texts of the sacred books — Hebrew for the Old Testament, Greek for the New Testament. InstItute of ChrIst the KIng sovereIgn PrIest Q. I am a “cradle Catholic” of 75 years, now homebound. st. franCIs de sales oratory We are taught that if one follows the teachings of the Church, HOLY MASS is a good person and dies in the state of grace, then that person will go to heaven. But suppose some close loved ones don’t Sunday: make it there? How can we be happy in heaven without them? 8am Low Mass I asked an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, and 10am High Mass w/Choir the reply was, “Let’s hope God in His mercy forgives them, First Friday: too.” But to me this seems to negate the existence of hell. 6:30pm High Mass w/Choir Please help this confused Catholic. (Atlanta) Confessions Daily Ohio at Gravois in South St. Louis A. The question you pose has, I would suppose, challenged 314.771.3100 every reflective Christian for centuries. Various theories have been [email protected] suggested. One is that hell exists only as a concept, not in reality, and that God will find a way to forgive everyone and bring them finally to heaven. But to me that seems to conflict with Matthew 25, where Jesus pictures Himself at the final judgment separating the faithful from the unfaithful, casting some into “the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels.” Another suggestion is that our memories will fail us in eternity and that those who are lost will simply vanish from our minds. I’m not enthused about that theory either since it seems unlikely that, once our bodies are perfected in heaven, we will simply lose our minds. What I do feel certain about is that heaven will be bet- ter than we can ever imagine it. In Revelation (21:4), we’re told that God “will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there shall be no more death or mourning, wailing or pain, for the old order has passed away.” I also believe, along with St. Paul in 1 Corinthians (2:9), that “eye has not seen, and ear has not heard ... what God has prepared for those who love Him.” So I guess that my answer to your question is that I simply don’t know — but that I’m not worried about it. It’s one of those (many) things that I’ll just have to let God figure out.

Questions may be sent to Father Kenneth Doyle at askfatherdoyle@ gmail.com and 30 Columbia Circle Dr., Albany, New York 12203. The Catholic Missourian March 20, 2020 VIEWPOINT 9 Benefits of intermittent fasting, good counsel for the Lenten season By Moises Sandoval improvements in a variety of health in- be severely obese. Overindulgence could sion and a host of other maladies. If we Catholic News Service dicators and a reversal or slowing of the well describe this age, not just in food but can’t sleep, we take a pill. If we are de- Just in time for aging and disease processes. also alcohol, drugs and hallucinogens. pressed, there is a medication for us. One Lent, The New They said people trying to lose weight At the same time, 37 million Ameri- goes to the doctor and, more often than York Times posts a should strive for 16 calorie-free hours. cans struggle with hunger, including 11 not, comes home with new prescriptions. persuasive article My daughter Rose, an account executive million children and 5.5 million people Yet, I marvel that the rituals and prac- by personal health in health insurance, told me she stops 60 and older, a number that has more tices that have come down to us from the columnist Jane E. eating at 7 p.m., and does not eat again than doubled since 2001. faith of our ancestors often have the rem- Brody on the ben- for 14 hours. Upon reflection, it seems that for our edies we need, without the side effects of efits of intermit- “It takes 10 to 12 hours to use the cal- fasting to be of spiritual benefit, we must, drugs. tent fasting. She ories in the liver before a metabolic shift to use an analogy from rocketry, burn Because I often wake up at night and focused on research occurs to using stored fat,” Mattson told out the stage of our self-concern before sometimes can’t go back to sleep, I once by Mark P. Mattson, a neuroscientist at Brody. “After meals, glucose is used for we can ignite the stage of our concern for asked my mother what she did when that the National Institute on Aging, and his energy, but fat is stored in fat tissue, but others. Only then can those of us who eat happened to her. She said: “I pray the colleague, Rafael de Cabo. It seems like during fasts, once glucose is depleted, fat too much help feed those who are hun- Rosary.” I tried it, and it worked then and a win-win proposition, achieving a more is broken down and used for energy.” gry. Indeed, that transition must occur, does now, many decades later. Similarly, svelte self while fulfilling Lent’s counsel We Americans should need no per- for as Matthew’s Gospel (Chapter 25) the cure for many of our anxieties lie in to fast during this holy season. suasion about the health benefits; the tells us, only the elect will hear on the last meditation, solitude, prayer and stillness. The researchers found benefits of in- National Center for Health Statistics es- day: “I was hungry and you gave me to Henry David Thoreau wrote about termittent fasting on “a wide range of timates that in 2015-2016 in the U.S., food.” his reveries: “For the most part, I minded chronic disorders, including obesity, dia- 39.8% of adults 20 and over were obese. We live at a time when we have a pill not how the hours went. The day ad- betes, cardiovascular disease and neuro- Another 31.8% were overweight. By for everything. And to supplement all vanced as if to light some work of mine. degenerative brain diseases.” Their review 2030, projections show that one in two that, we have drugs, licit and illicit, to ... I silently smiled at my incessant good of both animal and human studies found of us will be obese and one in four will help us deal with our anxieties, depres- fortune.” Lenten silence amid turmoil By Effie Caldarola And then, Lent. In a world where I ers. Our “giving up” should always lead and mysterious force we call God. Let Catholic News Service hear about the biggest explosion in the us to “giving.” Lent open us to grace, to see the big pic- Here’s how NA- universe coupled with Trooper’s recovery And in the midst of trial and worry, ture, even if it’s impossible to imagine 15 SA’s website reported all in one day says something profound we seek the intimacy of this powerful Milky Ways. a recent eruption: to me about God. God is all-consuming. “The biggest ex- God is, as St. Ignatius insists, in all things. plosion seen in the God loves on scales grand and small. God REFLECTION universe has been knows me and my simple soul intimately, found.” yet God creates the biggest explosion seen Finding joy in difference The site went on in the universe. By Mark Saucier to say: “This record- It’s not that we ignore the news of breaking, gargan- this world. But I contemplate how much I was standing on a furrow of stripped leaves in a sugarcane field, waiting tuan eruption came from a black hole in more immense and yet more intimate among the workers as they gathered for the five kilos of rice we were giving a distant galaxy cluster hundreds of mil- God is than all the stuff that causes me each of them. lions of light years away.” anxiety in the middle of the night. Something tickled the side of my left leg. I assumed that it was a Filipino cousin Fifteen Milky Way galaxies would fit I entered Lent ill with a cold that kept to one our annoying pests that spontaneously appear when it is warm and wet. into the crater, the scientists said. me in the house, and often in bed, for a Without looking, I used my right foot to scratch it. The irritation stopped I can’t begin to explain what a black few days. In the midst of my misery, I momentarily, but then started again. I rubbed a second time, but again the hole is. I was the kid in science class who felt oddly comforted. Just be quiet, God itching resumed. had my head in a poetry book. But when seemed to suggest. Lent is about finding I looked down and saw a woman squatting next to me. She was one of the older you think about it, maybe poetry might silence and stillness. What’s more impor- workers, her graying hair framed by an old rag veil she wore to keep the cane from explain this mystery as well as science can. tant than accepting solitude, then giving cutting her neck. Her face bore the marks of years of sun and suffering. The biggest explosion seen in the uni- in to doing nothing but making yourself She didn’t notice me watching as she touched the skin on my shorts-ex- verse? That’s God’s poetry written on an available to grace? posed leg. She nudged a worker sitting next to her and pointed as she held her unimaginable scale. Lent celebrates the immense poetry of hazel-colored hand next to the winter white of my leg. In the news on the same day was a very Scripture. Isaiah never fails to confront us She giggled, a low-key infectious laugh that quickly claimed her friend. Then small thing. A dog nicknamed “Trooper” with what really matters for Lent. Forget she looked up and saw me watching her. She neither lost her sparsely-toothed for the state police who found him is re- the sackcloth and ashes, the fasting sim- smile nor pulled her hand away. She pointed once again to our contrasting pig- covering after being discovered in western ply for the sake of self-righteousness, this mentation and gave another wave of laughter that soaked me, as well. Nebraska covered with stab wounds. The prophet says. I was thinking, “Now I’m the one who is different — I’m the minority picture of Trooper shows the most heart- “Is this not, rather, the fast that I here.” Then they called her name and she went up to get her rice. She returned, melting, beseeching eyes you can imag- choose: releasing those bound unjustly ... grabbed my hand, and said something I couldn’t understand. ine. People are lined up to adopt him. setting free the oppressed ... sharing your Then she picked up her machete and bent over her $3-a-day job. The poetry of God is there, too. bread with the hungry ... bringing the af- Still working on the hacienda where she was born, I wondered what she Lent is just a few days old as I write flicted and the homeless into your home.” thought of these white people riding in a van, wearing shoes and dressed in this. The news, if we let it, has been all- If we spent each day of Lent reading Isa- nice clothes. People that borrowed their knives to awkwardly cut the cane and consuming. A threatening pandemic. iah 58:6-7 and probing how we are living sit atop the water buffalo that hauled the stalks. People who took tons of pic- Turmoil in the financial world. Students it out in our lives, it would be enough. tures of the relentless, repetitive and repressive work of the field. on foreign exchange trips being called “Your light shall break forth like the But those thoughts didn’t appear to bother her. For her, it was enough to home early. The climate crisis worsening. dawn,” the prophet promises. be amused by the difference, to be grateful for the gift, and to be joyful in the The news that Jean Vanier, founder of Lent is about seeking God in quiet, in presence of the moment. L’Arche, engaged in highly inappropriate Scripture, in the encounters with others Psalm 133, begins, “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live in sexual behavior with vulnerable women each day. Lent asks us to be sacrificial, but unity.” I don’t know what that means today in our fractured world, but thanks reminds us that heroes continue to fall. our sacrifice should be used to help oth- to that woman, I know what it feels like. 10 The Catholic Missourian March 20, 2020 RCIA: J.C. couple tying up shared links to Catholic Christianity By Jay Nies first started for me, looking “We can have important Someone standing next to into being Catholic.” discussions with people and Amy Earl looked out from know that we are all on the the cathedral sanctuary at all Making time same page.” the catechumens who were Mr. and Mrs. Earl both “God put a lot of peo- stepping forward with their grew up in actively devout ple in our lives — friends, godparents during the Rite of families. folks at church — who have Election and Call to Continu- Mr. Earl’s father, who helped us,” Mr. Earl added. ing Conversion. died when Mr. Earl was 15, “It’s good to have those “We’re not the only ones!” had been raised Catholic people in our lives. If God stated the man, who like Mrs. but joined another Chris- would continue to put those Earl is seeking initiation into tian community when he people in our lives, it would the Roman Catholic Church got married. be phenomenal.” through Baptism. Mrs. Earl’s mother had Mabry is excited about Mrs. Earl always believed been Catholic but decided getting baptized. she had gotten baptized as a to raise her children in a “She wants to get a big child, but she had only been nondenominational Chris- white dress for it,” said Mrs. dedicated. tian faith tradition. Earl. “She also wants her “I didn’t know there was a “The majority of my fam- friends to be there.” difference,” said Mrs. Earl, a ily is Catholic,” she noted. Her grandparents enjoy member of this year’s Rite of “But Mom wanted us to hearing her share the prayers Christian Initiation of Adults choose the path we wanted Amy and Jeff Earl and Bible stories she’s learn- (RCIA) class at Immaculate to take.” ing at school. Conception parish in Jefferson She remembers attending a it’s based on the teachings of olic,” Mr. Earl noted. “Over They see that “the work City. “So I’m getting baptized, Catholic funeral as a child. the Bible,” said Mr. Earl. “A time, you learn to appreciate she does in school is centered and so is my daughter! To “That really stood out to lot of the same stories from the process.” around Jesus and His teach- share that moment with her is me, all of the rituals and an- the Bible that I learned while This year’s RCIA class and ings, and that’s going to con- going to be really awesome.” cient traditions, even though growing up are the same as team at Immaculate Concep- tinue throughout her educa- Mrs. Earl and her husband I had no clue what any of it the ones Mabry is learning at tion have several young par- tion,” said Mr. Earl. Jeff grew up near St. Louis and meant,” she recalled. “I’ve al- school now.” ents. Mrs. Earl has enjoyed The couple requested met as students at Southeast- ways been fascinated with talking to them about their ex- prayers for wisdom and en- ern Missouri State University those kinds of things.” “Presence of God” perience of being or becoming durance to continue diving in Cape Girardeau. The couple visited several Mr. Earl began to appreci- Catholic with their families. more deeply into the Church’s They got married and churches in their search for a ate the affection Catholics af- They believe it’s making teachings and beliefs. moved to Jefferson City about spiritual home after moving to ford the Blessed Mother, the their marriage and family “There’s still so much to eight years ago. Jefferson City. Apostles and the saints. stronger and solidifying their learn, so much to appreciate,” Their search for a pre- “Mom was always remind- “Mary was much more than bonds with the community. said Mr. Earl. “So pray for us school for their daughter led ing me about how we should someone who was just there,” “What has really stuck with to get more involved, not only them to Immaculate Concep- go to church more,” Mr. Earl he said. “I love that the Catho- me is a realization that during with the Church but in our tion School. recalled. “With Mabry start- lic faith gives her that impor- the Eucharist, you are truly in own relationships and seeking “We fell in love with Im- ing school, we started going to tance and respect that I think the presence of God,” said Mr. out the people who will help maculate Conception,” said Catholic church more often.” she deserves. She was a leader Earl. “That is remarkable.” us be better Catholics, better Mr. Earl, who is a candidate The Holy Sacrifice of the and had a lot of importance people.” for full communion in the Mass was different from the and guidance to give them. “So much to learn” In that way, they hope to Church. “It’s been a great fit kind of Sunday worship they She being a very godly person Mrs. Earl has enjoyed hear- lead others to Christ. for our little girl. And I think were both accustomed to. herself helped the rest of them. ing her mom reminisce about “Who can we bring with us that’s pretty much where it “But it’s the same in that The same with the saints.” growing up Catholic. next?” said Mr. Earl. “We’ve “We pray through Mary “And being able to sur- enjoyed this journey so much, and the saints, to ask for their round ourselves with people maybe there are people we help,” he noted. “It’s great to with same mindset — that know who might be interested know there are people out has been really great,” she said. in it, too.” there who have done so much for Christianity and our faith The mark of excellence and that they are still up there for five generations. in heaven and are still around.” Demolishing a Building? 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Bishop W. Shawn McKnight addresses this year’s candidates and their sponsors (top) and catechumens and their godparents (bottom) during the Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion, an important milestone for people seeking sacraments of initiation at Easter. — Photos by Jay Nies

By Liz Schleicher Truth to all generations toward the Church over several years, Mr. McNeely The road to the Rite of Election and Call to Con- Samantha Brooks knows it’s somewhat unusual for started with a crash course on a mountaintop in a far- tinuing Conversion can be as direct as Interstate 70 or a college student like her to embark on such a journey away country. as hilly and serpentine as some of the lettered high- of faith, but she’s ready to stand out from the crowd. “The first time he went to Church was with me, in ways in this diocese. “I feel like I’m going against the grain,” said Ms. Indonesia,” stated Mr. McNeely’s wife, Catherine, who But for all catechumens and candidates who made Brooks, a catechumen at St. Vincent de Paul parish in is a cradle Catholic and native of Jakarta, Indonesia. that pilgrimage to the Cathedral of St. Joseph on the Pettis County. “It feels good to be a part of something “Stand up, sit down and kneel, sit down and bow First Sunday of Lent, it was the last great milestone to- like this.” — He didn’t know anything!” she recalled of that first ward receiving the sacraments of initiation in their home She grew up without any faith affiliation and was Mass with him. “We brought him to go to some re- parishes at the Easter Vigil or during the Easter Season. never baptized. ligious retreat in the mountains that he didn’t under- She has felt drawn toward being Catholic through stand any of the language.” Drawn to community the example of her grandmother, Virginia Mary. “I just took the cues,” said Mr. McNeely. For Taylor Meyer and Jon Meyer of St. Andrew “I started getting closer with my Grandma and re- Since that Indonesian Catholic immersion experi- parish in Holts Summit, becoming Catholic can be alized something was missing in my life,” she said. ence, he’s learned more through the RCIA, which put summed up in one word: family. This empty feeling was compounded by Ms. to rest his nervousness about religious education. Taylor, a 21-year-old catechumen, has felt the pull Brooks’ realization that her outlook on life was differ- “Actually learning the practices, that came with toward the Church since she was a little girl. ent from that of many of her student peers. RCIA at Sacred Heart,” said Mr. McNeely. “I was a “Whenever I was little, I never really went to “Living for yourself never really felt right with me,” little worried at first because I thought they only had church,” she said. “I always wanted to go, but I never stated Ms. Brooks, who is studying conservation biology the classes for the kids, and it was going to be like really had anyone to go with me.” at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg. ‘Billy Madison.’” She began going to Mass as a way to get to know But as she strengthened her relationship with her He was referring to a 1990s comedy film about a her boyfriend’s family better, but found herself gain- grandmother and learned more about the Catholic man who must repeat all levels of grade school and ing a deeper connection to others, as well. faith, Ms. Brooks felt a deepening conviction. high school. “Once I started going to the Catholic Church, I “This is the truth,” she said, “This is definitely “But I found out that the ‘A’ (in RCIA) meant saw how it kind of brings everyone together into a something I need to pursue.” ‘adult,’” said Mr. McNeely. community,” she said. “That’s something I really like In the process, she has found a place to call home The couple’s relationship has grown over the past about the Catholic faith. And then my dad was bap- and a Church that shares her passions. five years, from online friendship to international tized a Catholic, so that’s why he decided to do this “I really like the community aspect of it,” she said. courtship to civil marriage. with me, as well.” “I really like the fact that I already feel when I walk Mr. McNeely looks forward to taking the next step Taylor’s father, Jon Meyer, said his daughter in- into Mass, I know a bunch of people there, and they toward growing closer to his wife in faith — getting spired him to get confirmed. He, too, is pleased with say ‘hi’ to me. their marriage convalidated in the Church and receiv- the closeness of the Holts Summit parish. “I love how into charity work the Catholic faith is, ing the sacraments together. “St. Andrew’s, they all treat you like family,” he said.” especially,” she added. “That’s something that’s always “I wanted to join and be able to get the sacramental Though Jon and Taylor’s father-daughter faith for- hit home with me, something that’s very important.” marriage,” he said. mation is already one-of-a-kind, there’s yet another His family is very happy for him. generation involved in their conversion story. Mountaintop experience “It’s an adjustment because they’re not as familiar “The name that I’m choosing to be baptized under Joshua McNeely is a graduate student in chemistry with all the modern Catholic practices, but they are is Mary,” said Taylor. “That’s my grandma’s name. I at the University of Missouri and a catechumen from supportive of it.” was really close to her.” Sacred Heart parish in Columbia. Ms. Schleicher is a free-lance writer and a member of She was Catholic, as well. While many catechumens take small, slow steps St. Vincent de Paul parish in Sedalia. 12 The Catholic Missourian March 20, 2020 March 21-22 Catholic Relief Services Collection to help people in need throughout the world A second collection was tims of persecution, war and the people of this diocese. gency relief in time of famine, ity and give witness to the Ris- to be taken up in parishes natural disasters. Funds donated to the annu- earthquakes, and other natural en Christ while offering hope throughout the Jefferson City It does so through develop- al collection are provided to six disasters. to people who live on the mar- diocese the weekend of Catholic groups that share It also supports agriculture, gins,” said Archbishop Paul D. March 21-22 for Catholic in the Catholic mission of education and economic devel- Etienne of Seattle, chairman Relief Services Collection. promoting the sanctity of opment to help people who are of the Committee on National Catholics throughout the human life and the dignity poor. Collections for the USCCB. diocese are urged to contact of the human person: the For example, young people He said he’s extremely grate- their parishes on how best U.S. Conference of Cath- such as Zeineba, a seventh- ful and encouraged by the sup- to contribute to this worthy olic Bishops’ (USCCB) grader in a rural village in port these agencies receive cause. Secretariat of Cultural Di- Ethiopia, receives tutoring from the collection each year. This annual collection versity in the Church, De- and school tuition assistance “Faithful across the United supports the work of: partment of Justice, Peace through CRS. States, through their dona- •Catholic Relief Services and Human Development, Through the support from tions, make a tremendous im- (CRS) and several other and Department of Migra- the collection, Zeineba’s aca- pact in the lives of our brothers Catholic agencies that help tion and Refugee Services, demic scores have improved, she and sisters here at home and people overseas who are sick, as well as CRS, the Catho- has gained confidence, and she across the globe who are de- hungry or otherwise in need; lic Legal Immigration Net- has lead a group of students that nied their basic needs includ- •Peter’s Pence, which work, Inc. (CLINIC), and provide support for other girls. ing education, food, shelter supports the administration the Holy Father’s Relief She not only has a bright and safety,” he stated. and works of the Holy Fa- Fund. future, but she also sets an ex- More information about the ther; and ment projects, pastoral out- The USCCB’s Administra- ample for her neighbors and collection, who it supports and •the Franciscan Commis- reach, legal support services, tive Committee is responsible her two younger sisters. how the funds are distributed, sariat for the Holy Land, which advocacy, and educational for grant-making from this na- “Through almsgiving, we can be found at: usccb.org/ supports sacred shrines and the opportunities. “Your support tional collection. extend a hand of fraternal char- catholic-relief. Church’s work in the Holy Land. of this collection makes a dif- CRS is the official interna- The Catholic Relief Services ference for so many around tional agency of the Catholic Collection helps people who the globe,” stated Bishop W. community in the United States. live in poverty, as well as vic- Shawn McKnight in a letter to The agency provides emer- Catholic Relief Services Collection, March 21-22 Almsgiving: An overshadowed “Behold, I stand at the door and knock.” Lenten pillar has something to say — Revelation 3:20 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, By Carol Zimmermann about it as they might discuss that in the magazine’s 110-year- Your support of the Catholic Relief Services Collection Catholic News Service what they are giving up for Lent old archives, a search for prayer serves Jesus in disguise in some of the most marginalized Washington, D.C. or how they might be praying and fasting in article titles had communities in our world. 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Shawn McKnight, S.T.D. 573-635-1454573-635-1454 Bishop of Jefferson City See ALMSGIVING, page 23 FDI-1867G-A FDI-1867G-A The Catholic Missourian March 20, 2020 13 Women told to use their “feminine genius” to lead others to Christ, help heal the world By Jay Nies As a reflection of His own communal nature, God cre- ated all people in and for re- lationship. “But in particular as women, we are created as radically relational beings,” inspirational Catholic author and speaker Kelly Wahlquist told about 300 women from throughout the Jefferson City diocese. “We are called by God and endowed with amazing gifts,” she said. “We are all spiritual mothers, whether we have given birth or not.” Mrs. Wahlquist led a March 7 women’s Lenten retreat sponsored by the Jef- ferson City diocese’s Women’s LEFT: About 300 women from throughout the Jefferson City diocese take part in a diocesan Lenten women’s retreat with Ministry Office(diojeffcity. inspirational Catholic author and speaker Kelly Wahlquist in the Cathedral of St. Joseph. RIGHT: Kelly Wahlquist speaks org/womens-ministry. to the women about appreciating their unique gifts from God and using them to build up His kingdom and help heal the The theme was “Walk in Body of Christ. —Photos by LeAnn Korsmeyer Her Sandals: Experiencing Christ’s Passion through the can walk more closely with Je- Fruit of the vine store the world from its broken- ish in Edina, who provided the Eyes of Women” — based on a sus during this Lenten season. Mrs. Wahlquist noted that ness, too,” she said. music and led the singing for the book of the same title. “We talked about turn- the “WINE” acronym — Wom- She emphasized the impor- event. Mrs. Wahlquist talked about ing away from all those forces en In the New Evangelization — tance of women inviting one an- several traits that all people pos- outside of us, especially in this refers to what happened when other into a deeper relationship Passing it on sess to some degree but “tend day and time, that are keep- Jesus and His mother attended a with the Lord. Participants responded en- to really stand out in women” ing us away from our relation- wedding feast in Cana (John 2). “That invitation is so impor- thusiastically to the day’s activi- — including receptivity, sensi- ship with Jesus,” said Mrs. When the family of the newly tant,” she said. “Invite, invite, ties. tivity, generosity and what she Wahlquist. wedded couple ran out of wine and invite women into that re- “Thank you so much for referred to as “maternal gifts.” She said it is essential for to serve their guests, Mary asked lationship, and accompany them blessing our day and our lives!” Pope St. John Paul II referred women “to relate to Jesus in the Jesus to help them. on the journey.” event participant Candace Mal- to these gifts as part of “the fem- way we are created as women to Mary then confidently in- Mrs. Wahlquist was im- son stated on the diocese’s Face- inine genius.” do so.” structed the waiters to “do what- pressed at how openly and en- book page. “As women, we need to be “This soul we are given is a ever He tells you to do.” thusiastically the women of the “What a blessed day!” stated helping each other recognize feminine soul, and the way I re- “WINE is therefore about Jefferson City diocese participat- Stephanie Koch. these gifts and courageously late to my Lord and Savior will doing the will of God,” said Mrs. ed in the “Walk in Her Sandals” “It was such a beautiful day!” claim them and put them into hopefully reflect that,” she said. Wahlquist. event. said Millie Aulbur. practice,” said Mrs. Wahlquist. She talked about walking Because women tend to be “There was so much energy,” “I am so glad I took the time “It is when we live in our in the footsteps of women of radically relational, “it’s easier to she said. “They were very excited to attend the retreat!” stated giftedness that we are more able the Bible who had cast out fear do that work when we are sur- to be there, and that made me Theresa Davidson. to do the will of the Father,” she through courage and perfect rounded by our sisters in Christ, excited to be there.” “Most amazing day!” stated noted. “We truly find our peace love. who are encouraging us and giv- She said the event’s organizers Tonia Englert. “My soul is on and our joy when we are mak- She pointed to the sisters ing us support,” she said. worked amazingly well together. fire for the future!” ing God’s will our own and do- Martha and Mary, who are well “From the music to the or- “My soul was fed and the em- ing it.” known for having approached “Perfect symphony” ganization to the decorations to bers flamed!” stated Mary Beth their friendship with Jesus very Throughout the day, Mrs. the prayers — it was like a per- Strassner. “Complete and whole” differently from one another Wahlquist witnessed Catholic fect symphony,” she said. “Thanks is not enough,” she Mrs. Wahlquist is the (Luke 10:38-42). women affirming one another She lauded Kyle, Jim and added. “Let’s go out and refuel founder of WINE: Women “We find peace in our lives and helping each other identify Natalie Clark of St. Joseph par- the hearts of others!” In the New Evangelization when we learn to balance our the gifts they have received from (catholicvineyard.com) and contemplative life, which is God in order to help build up is director of the Archbishop time spent with the Lord, and the Body of Christ. 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Naumann of This pastoral response to pregnant In “recognizing that women in need homily helps and a prayer activity. Kansas City, Kansas, chairman of the women and mothers in need “has long can be most effectively reached at the For example in Phase 1, the steps in- U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ been the case” for the Church, he said, local level,” Archbishop Naumann ex- clude appoint a parish leader; begin as- (USCCB) Committee on Pro-Life Ac- but added the Year of Service will “in- plained, the year of service “invites sembling a parish core team; establish a tivities, announced the new initiative tensify” this response. parishes to assess, communicate, and parish support network; and announce on the National Day of Prayer for the The launch date of the program expand resources to expectant mothers the “Evangelium Vitae” anniversary Legal Protection of Unborn Children marks the 25th anniversary of St. John within their own communities.” and Year of Service; pray for pregnant Jan. 22, the anniversary of the Supreme Paul II’s encyclical “Evangelium Vitae” The Year of Service is divided into mothers in need as a parish communi- Court’s 1973 Roe v. Wade decision legal- (“The Gospel of Life”). The encyclical, five phases of parish action: ty; and begin planning the parish’s first izing abortion through all nine months the 11th of his pontificate, forthrightly Phase 1—Announce the Year of core team meeting. of pregnancy across the country. condemns abortion and euthanasia, Service and begin building a core team “We pray that ‘Walking with Moms The new program has its own web- the major attacks on human life at its (March 2020) in Need: A Year of Service’ will help us site, walkingwithmoms.com, with “re- beginning and end. It also contained Phase 2—Launch parish inventory reach every pregnant mother in need, sources, outreach tools and models to what several observers at the time called process (May 2020) that she may know she can turn to her assist parishes in this effort. Resources the strongest expression ever of Church Phase 3—Share inventory results local Catholic community for help will be continue to be added to the site, teaching against capital punishment: and begin assessment and planning and authentic friendship,” Archbishop according to the USCCB’s Secretariat It says the cases of justifiable use of it (September 2020) Naumann added when he announced of Pro-Life Activities. today are “very rare, if not practically Phase 4—Announcement and the nationwide effort in January.

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A Free Concert at SS Peter and Paul Church 322 7th Street, Boonville The Way of the Cross With meditations at each of the 14 stations Kent, Christy and Kyle Trimble presented in song and video by Donna Cori Postponed Two locations offering burial, cremation and funeral planning Preview videos and FREE downloads: 3210 North Ten Mile Drive | Jefferson City, MO | Phone: 573-893-5251 New date to be announced www.donnacori.com 1941 Highway 63 | Westphalia, MO | Phone: 573-455-2338 The Catholic Missourian March 20, 2020 15 From cross to glory Father Michael Coleman, a chaplain at Fr. Tolton Regional Catholic High School in Columbia, on March 17 leads students in the following prayer at the end of their last day of in-person school for a few weeks: “Lord our God! You always brighten our path as a sign of hope and salvation. We entrust ourselves to You, O Healer of the Sick. O Loving Fa- ther, You know our needs before we even ask. We are confident You will provide for us as You did for the married couple at the Wedding Feast at Cana in Galilee. Through Your Son Jesus, the Divine Physi- cian, we ask You to care for those who have fallen ill, for those who are vulnerable and for those who have died. We pray also for those charged with protecting the health and safety of others and for those who are tending to the sick and those seek- ing a cure. Help us Lord, conform to Your will and to follow Your Son Jesus, Who took upon Himself our sufferings and carried our sorrows, so as to lead us, through the Cross to the glory of the Res- urrection. May this time of anxiety, confusion, and illness draw us into an even deeper relationship of trust with You and may all that we do during this time be for Your greater honor and glory. Amen.” — Photo from Tolton Catholic High School’s Facebook page A volunteer’s life for Samaritan Center’s warehouse manager Shane Boessen has been students at St. Peter Interpar- my mind in a different place,” serving as warehouse manager ish School — and all involved he said. for the interfaith agency in sports. Mr. Boessen said his favorite since 2006 Mr. Boessen volunteers to part of his role at the Samaritan coach their archery, soccer and Center is working with the vol- By Rebecca Martin baseball teams. He also donates unteers. Shane Boessen’s job more his time and talent in the form of “And there is knowing that than doubled in size last year. woodworking pieces for school you are helping the clients that The Samaritan Center’s ware- fundraisers and the Samaritan are out front,” he added. “(And) house manager since 2006, Mr. Center’s annual auction. because you’re interacting with Boessen went from making the “I make things out of pallets so many different people on a best of a cramped 1,500-square- — benches, chairs, little house- daily basis, just the unknown of foot space to serving clients hold things like that,” he said, what’s coming up next.” from a spacious 4,700-square- adding he has also made raised Mrs. Martin is city editor for foot addition to the center, Shane Boessen poses in the new warehouse space at Sa- and window flower boxes as the Jefferson City News Tribune, which opened its current 1310 maritan Center where he serves as warehouse manager well as Adirondack chairs. which published a version of this E. McCarty St. location in Jef- for the pantry. “It’s a hobby that I just really, article on Feb. 23. It is repub- ferson City in 1999. — Photo by Julie Smith, courtesy of the Jefferson City News Tribune really enjoy doing, and it puts lished here with permission. “It has made life so much easier,” said Mr. Boessen, a week of already scheduled or myself restocking the pan- Taos K of C Council #6430 member of St. Andrew parish in maintenance and is scheduled try.” russellville Holts Summit. “We were rent- to reopen on March 30. There’s plenty to do after an ST. MICHAEL KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ing space — we had things all When the center is not average of 65-70 clients come over Jeff City — and we were closed, the food pantry is open through over a two-hour peri- renting trucks from U.S. Rents- to clients 9:30-11 a.m. Mon- od, Mr. Boessen said. He might It. The travel that we were do- days through Thursdays and also pick up more food dona- ing was unreal.” 4-5:30 p.m. Thursdays. tions or purchase needed items Mr. Boessen still travels al- However, the work begins — like toilet paper, for example most daily for work, picking long before that. — in the afternoon. FISH FRY up food donations like day-old Mr. Boessen typically spends “It’s always something,” he Given the current bread from local grocery stores his mornings accepting dona- said. “There’s always something situation, we are offering — only now the center is able tions and preparing the center to pick up, always something to LENTEN to store it all on-site. for staff and volunteers, who bring in — because, of course, FISH FRY DRIVE-THRU ONLY “Now we can get more stuff help sort food, stock the pantry whatever goes out the front we in, more variety for people,” and organize the warehouse. have to restock in the back.” Friday Friday, March 20 Drive-thru Mr. Boessen said. “At 9:15 we all gather around While much of Mr. Boessen’s being March 27 4:30-7:30 pm The Samaritan Center is an in the pantry to pray,” he said. day job is facilitating volunteer planned 4:30-7 pm K of C Hall in TAOS interfaith agency whose services After the pantry closes, “at work, he’s also a habitual volun- Fish Boiled include food, a medical clinic, a 11:30, usually, we’ll straighten teer himself. St. Michael’s Parish Hall & fries shrimp $10 & fries free secondhand clothing closet, things up, clean things up as He and his wife, Angie, have Fried USA catfish fillets, coleslaw, $10 energy bill assistance and tax far as preparing the next shift of three children: seventh-grader potatoes, baked beans & dessert Mac & cheese & hot dogs available Come on out for a dinner. preparation aid. volunteers — most of the time Wyatt, fifth-grader Quinton We appreciate the support The center is closed for a it’s guys restocking the pantry and second-grader Hailey, all Adults $11 • Children 6-12 $5 of our customers! 16 The Catholic Missourian March 20, 2020 Abby Martin to be principal of Sedalia Sacred Heart School Will serve as part Father Joseph S. to glorify God and working will focus on developing and of reconfigured administration Corel, pastor in soli- together to uphold the tradi- implementing an effective team for only K-12 Catholic dum of St. Vincent tions and culture of Sacred educational agenda for con- school in the diocese de Paul parish, said Heart, while also expanding tinued faculty and student de- Mrs. Martin “has the on that in ways to improve the velopmental success. The St. Vincent de Paul qualities and skills we experience of the students and “We are excited to reach parish leadership, the Sa- are looking for in our staff,” she said. another major milestone in cred Heart School Advisory three-person adminis- In addition to Mrs. Mar- our strategic growth plan with Council and the Diocese of trative team to make a tin, Sacred Heart’s three-per- the implementation of our Jefferson City announce the strong impact on our son leadership team includes new leadership model,” said appointment of Abby Martin Catholic school now the appointment of Dr. Mark Dr. Register. “The move bet- as principal at Sacred Heart and moving us into the Register from school adminis- ter positions us to maximize School in Sedalia for the future following the trator to president, with Sam operational sustainability and 2020-2021 school year. good work of our Stra- Jones continuing in his role as enhance our academic offer- In this role, Mrs. Martin tegic Growth Plan.” dean of students. ings.” will work as a full-time mem- Mrs. Martin has Under this new leadership Dr. Register said another ber of the administrative team been an educator for structure, Dr. Register’s key unique advantage will be that in the direction, supervision over 10 years, eight priorities as president will Mrs. Martin, Mr. Jones and and evaluation of the school’s of which have been at Abby Martin include spiritual leadership, he will all serve as teaching K-12 instructional program. Catholic schools. She operations, development, and administrators, “which, we Sacred Heart School is the received her early childhood of the community, seeking the building and grounds. believe, enhances credibility only Catholic school in the certificate from the University best possible opportunities Mrs. Martin and Mr. Jones as school leaders.” diocese to teach pre-kinder- of Central Missouri and State garten through high school. Fair Community College CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE Current principal Dr. (2011) and her master’s in From page 1 Mark Register, who will serve administration from William as part-time president next Woods University (2014). In lieu of being present for Mass, I ask every- All public gatherings are to be canceled, post- year under a reconfigured ad- She holds certifications in Ini- one to participate virtually in the Mass at your poned or modified. If the canceled, postponed ministrative structure for the tial Missouri Early Childhood local parish through social media and the Inter- or modified event was intended to raise money school, said the Sacred Heart Education (Birth-Grade 3) net, if possible. for a ministry or service, please consider offering community is delighted to and in Administration (K-8). Spending a similar amount of time reading people an alternative means to contribute to the welcome Mrs. Martin as a Mrs. Martin currently the Sunday Scriptures (found at www.usccb. ministry or service. member of the new adminis- serves as principal at St. An- org) and praying the Rosary or Divine Mercy The most reliable source of information for trative team. drew Catholic School in Tip- Chaplet would be laudable. all of us is the Centers for Disease Con- “She brings a strong curric- ton (2016-20). While our diocese has not seen trol and Prevention. Their website ulum and instruction experi- She previously served as a the number of confirmed cas- is cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019- ence at the elementary level,” preschool teacher at St. Helen es as have been reported ncov/. Dr. Register stated. “We are Catholic School in Pearland, elsewhere, we should be You may also find more especially excited to have her Texas (2015-2016); as an el- planning how we can be a information on how our working with our stellar facul- ementary teacher and art and witness of God’s love during diocese is working together ty to promote and ensure con- music instructor for the Har- this terrible crisis. at diojeffcity.org/public- tinued academic excellence risburg School District (2012- I ask our pastors and health. at all levels of Sacred Heart 14); and in early childhood at parish leadership to consid- Many people’s lives are School.” School of the Osage in Lake er practical ways their par- being disrupted by the Ozark (2009-12). ish can support those who coronavirus and our at- “I am excited to start my are most impacted by any tempts to stop its rapid new role as principal of Sacred crisis: the lonely, the poor spread. In this season Heart School,” she stated. and the forgotten. of Lent, let us increase “Challenges motivate me and Parishes may wish to our prayers, fasting and I look forward to the oppor- begin collecting infor- almsgiving, so that God’s mation from people who great compassion and love 301 Monroe tunity to learn and grow with Jefferson City each (member of the commu- are isolated and would may be a source of hope nity) spiritually and academi- appreciate someone and consolation for all. (573) 635-6101 cally. checking in on them, or perhaps offering them With prayers for the protection of the Im- Charles Prather • Rick Prather “It is my desire to see the support if they become ill. maculate Heart of Mary, I am, Tom Kummer students expand their faith as Healthcare professionals may appreciate they grow into servant leaders knowing there is a community supporting them Sincerely yours in Christ, if they are called to extensive shifts or become ill themselves, and therefore are not able to take care of their families. Many hourly-wage earners are losing their Most Rev. W. Shawn McKnight incomes as major sporting events and entertain- Bishop of Jefferson City Oak Tree Villas ment venues close. Catholics may want to in- A STONEBRIDGE COMMUNITY crease their support of Catholic Charities and other agencies which will be called upon to pro- Jefferson City — (573) 893-3063 vide basic necessities for these workers and their www.stonebridgeseniorliving.com families. Our diocesan staff is offering a process for Let our family care for yours. parishes to establish these teams of charity and mercy. The Catholic Missourian March 20, 2020 17 Clifton City native Fr. Aggeler spent 46 years on mission in Brazil Redemptorist Father Vin- on March 18 in St. Joseph follow his uncle, Father Aggeler back to the cent H. Aggeler, 87, a Clifton Church in Clifton City. Philip Aggeler, into the United States in 2006. City native who had served for He was born on Oct. 31, Congregation of the He remained confident 46 years as a missionary in the 1932, in Pilot Grove, the Most Holy Redeemer, that his experiences in Amazon River Valley in Brazil, first of 10 children of Hubert also known as the Re- the rainforests and riv- died peacefully on March 13. “Buddy” and Bernice Anna demptorist Fathers. er valleys of Brazil had The Mass of Christian (Schuster) Aggeler. After attending St. helped make him a bet- Burial was to be celebrated Young Vincent wanted to Martin School in Mar- ter priest. tinsville, he went to St. Known at home Joseph College Prep and abroad for his suc- High School Seminary cinct preaching style, in Kirkwood, followed he continued his mis- by novitiate in DeSoto, sionary work with his where he professed first many Facebook friends vows in 1953. throughout the world. He studied philoso- He was stationed for phy and theology at the a while at Redemptor- Seminary of the Im- ist parish of Our Lady maculate Conception of Perpetual Help in in Oconomowoc, Wis- Kansas City and filled- consin. in for priests in several There, on June 24, dioceses. 1958, Archbishop Al- Fr. Vincent H. Aggeler C.Ss.R. (1932-2020) He moved in 2008 bert G. Meyer of Mil- to the Redemptorist waukee ordained him to the cording to relatives. Health and Retirement Facil- Holy Priesthood. ity in Liguori, where he en- Redemptorist Father Vincent H. Aggeler stands at an altar Fr. Aggeler offered his First Gospel values joyed great community life. made in the form of a canoe, in the parish church in Mana- Solemn Mass in St. Joseph He ministered at St. Al- He was an adept photogra- capuri, Brazil, in this undated photo. Pope St. John Paul II Church in Clifton City — phonsus “Rock” Church in pher and often shared his pic- would offer Mass at this altar during one of his pastoral visits “most likely the greatest event St. Louis for two years, stud- tures online. He liked wood- to Brazil. this little town ever had!” ac- ied Portuguese at Georgetown working, and many a child University in Washington, has a jewelry or treasure box D.C., and was missioned to that he painted especially for “Calm, faithful and charitable” Brazil in 1960. them. The overwhelming majority He always had a little joke of his parishioners there were to lighten the day of all he poor and barely surviving on met. the money they took home. He had a great love for the In his preaching, he chal- Blessed Mother and made and lenged the people and social gave away many rosaries. structures that allowed such He died peacefully, sur- poverty and disparities to ex- rounded by his Redemptorist ist. Community at St. Clement “I ask them, ‘How can you Health Care/Retirement Cen- call yourselves Catholic when ter in Liguori. there is so much poverty, mis- ery and injustice?’” he stated With the sign of faith in a 1983 interview with The Preceding him in death Catholic Missourian. were his parents; a sister, Over time, as the Brazil- Maureen Ruth Aggeler; and a ian government stepped-up brother, Ted Ray Aggeler, who its support of education and died at birth; and three nieces/ healthcare for the people, the nephews. Redemptorist missionaries’ Surviving are four broth- focus turned more toward ers: Donald Aggeler, Harold helping people, rich and poor, (Charleen) Aggeler, Lyle (Car- form small Christian commu- olyn) Aggeler and Ted (Vicky) nities. Aggeler; three sisters: Juanita “Through the small com- (Don) Klein, Phyllis White munities and motivated by and Marilyn (David) Felten. Gospel values, we hope that Also surviving are 32 nieces the people will better their and nephews, and many great- own lives,” Fr. Aggeler stated nieces and great-nephews. Father William Peckman, pastor of Ss. Peter & Paul parish in Boonville and St. Joseph in 1983. “I always underscore Burial was to be in St Jo- parish in Fayette, leads the students of Ss. Peter & Paul School in an outdoor procession the importance of being moti- seph Cemetery near Clifton of the Most Blessed Sacrament at the end of the parish’s last public Mass (at least until vated by Gospel values; other- City. April 3) and the students’ last regular day of school (at least until April 6). The parish wise, we just have a co-op.” Memorial contributions plans to livestream Masses during the hiatus at 9 a.m. Wednesday through Friday and on may be sent to St. Clement Sundays. “We are going to be calm, we are going to be faithful, and we are going to be On mission at home Health Center, 300 Liguori charitable!” stated Fr. Peckman. — Photo by Theresa Krebs Health issues brought Fr. Drive, Liguori, MO 63057. 18 The Catholic Missourian March 20, 2020 New center at border called ‘model’ for how migrants should be treated By Michael Brown attend. Catholic News Service The $1.5 million facility “Be similar to Jesus” Nogales, Mexico replaces the humble “com- Msgr. Trevizo thanked Through many “ups and edor,” or dining hall, across the supporters in the room: downs,” God “has led us to this the street that was estab- “You make us see their day,” said Jesuit Father Sean lished in 2009. faces and their hearts.” He Carroll, head of Kino Border Since then, the hall has added, “The heart of Jesus Initiative, at the official bless- distributed two meals a day is at the center of the work ing of a new 18,000-square- for the poor blocked from of KBI.” foot facility at the international entering the U.S. or who “I see the tragedies that border in Nogales. have been returned from are unfolding all over the The center, in the state of the U.S. while their asylum world,” said another speak- Sonora, is just across the bor- cases are pending. er, Joan Rosenhauer, execu- der from Nogales, Arizona, tive director of Jesuit Refu- which is in the Tucson dio- Give them something to eat gee Service USA. “What cese. The need for the meals keeps me up at night is the More than 400 volun- has only grown. For exam- children.” teers, supporters and migrants ple, according to the Kino Mexican Bishop Jose Leopoldo Gonzalez Gonzalez of Nogales, She said she was buoyed crowded into the facility Feb. Border Initiative’s web- Sonora, offers a Scripture reflection before blessing the Kino to be in “a room full of peo- Border Initiative's new Migrant Out­reach Center in Nogales 12 to hear from religious and site, in 2016, the comedor Feb. 12, 2020. Looking on at right is Jesuit Father Sean Carroll, ple who have not ignored civic leaders, before Bishop served an estimated 46,000 executive director of the Kino Border Initiative. the crisis at the border.” Jose Leopoldo Gonzalez Gon- meals; in 2018, the number — CNS photo/Michael Brown, Catholic Outlook The Kino Border Initia- zalez of Nogales, Mexico, was 55,633. tive and the new facility blessed and cut a ribbon on For those same years, the the new center will have 170 He thanked the media who “are a model on how migrants the new Migrant Outreach number of women and chil- beds for “several thousand” were present and who have should be treated as a people,” Center. dren seeking refuge at the immigrants in Nogales. reported on the Kino Border Rosenhauer said. “It’s really Tucson’s Bishop Edward initiative’s Nazareth House, Since the Trump adminis- Initiative over the years. “It is important that all of you bring J. Weisenburger and retired more than doubled from 380 tration imposed the “Remain because of the media that this this message to others.” Bishop Gerald F. Kicanas at to 839. in Mexico” policy last fall, the work can be known in all of Father Prisciliano Peraza, the Vatican for their “ad lim- Katie Sharar, spokesperson flow of asylum-seekers into Mexico and all of the United from Altar in Sonora, Mexico, ina” visit and were unable to for the Kino initiative, said the U.S. has been largely re- States.” and a supporter of the Kino duced. Monsignor Raul Trevizo, initiative from the beginning, Under the policy asylum- vicar for Hispanics in the Tuc- recalled the meeting he had Chaplain’s prayer seekers must return or be re- son Diocese, who also is pas- with Fr. Carroll and Bishop turned to Mexico while their tor of St. John the Evangelist Kicanas, to float the idea of in the Missouri House cases goes through the courts. un Tucson, started his com- the cross-border effort. Those crossing into the U.S. ments by pointing out the “People thought it was cra- of Representatives at Nogales are detained by Bor- flowers around the face and zy,” Fr. Peraza said. “Bishop der Patrol, relocated to Ciudad the heart of a nearby image of Kicanas listened and he ac- Monsignor Robert A. Kurwicki, chaplain of the Missouri House Juarez, Mexico, through El Our Lady of Guadalupe. cepted it and that’s how we of Representatives, led the assembly in praying the following prayer Paso, Texas. They eventually “The face and the heart were able to begin this work on March 18: work their way back to No- together combine to reveal 15 years ago.” gales for their court dates. who the person is,” he said. “This is such a large build- “Do not be afraid, little flock.” Last spring the seemingly “Policies on both sides of the ing,” he started, adding quick- — Luke 12:32 endless flow of asylum-seekers border want to hide the faces ly, “yet, today this space is in- led agencies such as Catholic and the hearts (of migrants). adequate for the need.” In danger, in difficulty or in doubt, we call upon You, Al- Community Services’ Casa People are afraid that if we He also reached out to mighty God, and we trust and pray to You this morning, asking Alitas in Tucson to open a new see them, it will change our thank those who are being that the COVID-19 pandemic may do no more harm. and expanded shelter in a for- hearts.” served there. “Thank you to We lift up our hearts to You and call upon Your miraculous mer juvenile detention center He recounted the story of our brother and sister mi- powers that this coronavirus will be swiftly gotten under control to accommodate detainees in a good friend who was a sup- grants. You have helped us to and that You will restore the health of those affected and bring the U.S. porter of U.S. border policy. become better people.” peace to the places where the virus has arrived, including our Sharar said that previous Msgr. Trevizo challenged his Sister Diana Lorena Rubio, great Missouri and our beloved Capitol City. flow of immigrants has virtu- friend to visit Casa Alitas with a member of the Missionaries Welcome into Your heavenly kingdom the people who have ally stopped. him and to see the faces of the of the Eucharist, said the Kino died from this virus, and comfort their families and friends. Meanwhile, Mexican bor- people affected by that policy. Border Initiative mission was Sustain and protect the healthcare personnel who are fighting der cities, such as Nogales, “We were there for five to “be similar to Jesus, who it, the government officials who are working on our behalf, the deal with the crises of growing minutes and he saw the chil- doesn’t judge us, who doesn’t clergy who are praying with us, the newly unemployed who are numbers of refugees. dren’s faces and the women have prejudice, but who wel- fearful and the young people who are being inspired to protect there nursing their children,” comes people in need.” and assist their elders. “Face and the heart” the monsignor recalled. The Missionaries of the Eu- Lord God, Doctor of our bodies and souls, we feel weak, help- At the opening celebra- “My friend is a very big charist have staffed the com- less, afraid and in danger in the face of this international emer- tion for the Migrant Outreach man, and he started to scream. edor and other Kino relief ef- gency. But we will not fall into despair, because we hope and trust Center, Bishop Gonzalez not- He said, ‘Why doesn’t some- forts for years. in You. ed that when he was named as one bring President Trump Give us the gifts of peace and health. Despise not our pleas, the first bishop of Nogales, he here so he can see the faces of Brown in managing editor of but deliver us from every danger. stopped at the comedor on the the people so he can change Catholic Outlook, the newspa- And the House says, “Amen!” day he was appointed. his mind?’” per of the Diocese of Tucson. The Catholic Missourian March 20, 2020 19 INITIATION From page 1 how many of us are doing this mercy on her soul and She started going together.” leading her to Him. to Mass with them on She is preparing to make her “I just want to be Sunday. Profession of Faith and receive closer,” she said. “I want The couple moved the Sacrament of Confirma- Him to remove any re- to St. Robert when they tion and First Holy Commu- sistance in my heart. got married. Mr. Beier nion at the Easter Vigil. Whenever I ask Him to is a U.S. Marine who She grew up in a Christian show me the real things, teaches a heavy equip- household and accepted Him as things that are eternal, ment operators’ course her savior when she was about 8. He does. And then He at Fort Leonard Wood. “But I diverged,” she said. “I lets me choose.” The Beiers became turned My back on Him and members of the Sacred chose to make selfish choices “Always faithful” Heart Catholic com- in my life. Even so, I know He Held in cathedrals munity at Fort Leon- never left me.” throughout the world ard Wood and enrolled A serious car crash when she on the First Sunday of their children in Sun- was 19 wound up sending her Lent, the Rite of Elec- day school. to prison. tion and Call to Con- They entered the Her minister visited her ev- tinuing Conversion is a Bishop W. Shawn McKnight speaks to people from throughout the Jef- RCIA last fall. ferson City diocese who are preparing to receive sacraments of initiation ery week and sent her numer- significant milestone in at Easter, during the Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion, “I wanted to raise ous Bible studies. the process of prepar- March 1 in the Cathedral of St. Joseph — Photo by Jay Nies our children to have “I couldn’t get through ing to receive the Easter strong faith in God,” them fast enough,” she said. sacraments and become com- in the desert before embarking children under age 6. said Mrs. Beier, who previously She started working with mitted, active members of the on His public ministry. Mrs. Beier was living in served in the Marines. the prison chaplain and getting Catholic Church. “This period of purification Springfield when it was time to “When you enter the mili- closer to God. The candidates and catechu- and enlightenment prepares send her oldest to school. On tary, you are surrounded by all Several years after she fin- mens have been preparing for your soul by clearing from it a friend’s advice, she visited a different types of people from ished her sentence, God placed several months — some for all the enticements and attach- Catholic school and decided to all backgrounds and parts of a calling on her heart to start even longer — through the ments to sin, so that you can send him to kindergarten and the world,” she said. “You meet looking into the Catholic Rite of Christian Initiation of open yourselves up completely his little sister to pre-kinder- some good people, some not so Church. Adults (RCIA). to the will of God and the gift garten there. good people, some who have She resisted. Only after en- The RCIA is a restoration of of His Holy Spirit,” said Bish- “They would come home had religion all their lives and rolling her 5-year-old son in the catechumenate, the com- op McKnight. from school and I could see that some who have none at all.” Holy Rosary Pre-School did munal process through which He said that the entire local they were growing into good “Not having that comfort the call begin to reassert itself, people were prepared to become Church welcomes the candidates people and were talking about zone like you had at home often overwhelmingly. and catechumens and rejoices everything they were doing in “He’s my biggest bless- More photos from that they have encountered school,” Mrs. Beier recalled. 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22. The____, glass and alu- ist Keiko Nemeth. 17 18 ACROSS minum building won 41. Acronym for search and the international awards in rescue transponder, a navi- 19 20 landscaping, architecture, gation device for ships in Diocese lighting and interior de- distress. 21 22 23 24 25 26

sign. This design is char- 42. ____ Grigio, a sweet or 27 28 29 acteristic of Central Bank’s dry white wine. regional banks as well. 43. ____ missa est; dismissal 30 31 24. Sweet potatoes. words in the pre-Vatican By Father Don Antweiler 27. Short for Saint Louis. Mass. 32 33 34 35 36 ACROSS 28. On Twitter, you can com- 46. Cook said he appreciated 37 38 39 40 1. Following his grandfather municate with ____. the ____ and sensation he and father in the fam- 29. ___ Paulo is the largest felt from the colors, com- 41 42 43 44 45 ily business, Sam B. Cook city in Brazil, at over 12 positions and designs of became ____ of Central million. abstract art, much as when 46 47 48 49 50 Bank in Jefferson City in 30. In the early 1960’s Sam B. listening to a Beethoven 1961. Cook began purchasing piano concerto. 51 52 53 9. The____ architect of the ____ of art to complement 48. “…seeking a way to…put Motor Bank was legendary the interiors of his banks. Him to death. They said, ally abbreviated “etc.” town. Bruce Graham whose de- They were mostly abstract ‘Not during the festival, 7. “To be or ____ to be, that 26. There are more than 3,000 signs included the Chase expressionism, reflecting for fear that there may be a is the question,” —from acres in ____ farms in Mo. Manhattan Bank, the his interest in both mod- ____ among the people,’” Hamlet’s soliloquy in with annual sales of $12 Hancock Center and the ern art and architecture. (Mark 14:1-2). Shakespeare’s play “Ham- million. Sears Tower. 31. Letters after the name of a 50. ____ it true what they say? let.” 28. ‘____ the Night Before 14. Pup, pop-up, or A-frame. member of the School Sis- 51. “Whoever wishes to come 8. “Adoro ____ Devote”; Christmas... 15. The issouriaM Indian tribe ters of Notre Dame. This after Me must ____ him- Catholic hymn by St. 31. Abbr. before the name of a from which the river and order of women has served self, take up his cross and Thomas Aquinas. female French saint. our State gets its name our diocese for many years follow Me,” (Matthew 9. At a Starbuck’s, a ____ 33. “Ain’t that a ____,” —Fats were greatly diminished by in many locations and in 16:24). latte is an expresso with a Domino’s million seller disease and warfare and so various roles, including 52. Garment worn by St. Te- lot of milk. hit, 1955. merged with their cousins Chancellor of the diocese. resa of Kolkata. 10. A brand of trash bag. 34. Silly ____, a malleable the ____ tribe. Descen- 32. Prefix for crow or teem. 53. “I will spend my heaven 11. Letters for the Islamic Re- playtoy, by Crayola, since dants live in Oklahoma. 34. The nglishE word Pope doing good on earth. I will public of Iran, 82 million the 1950’s. 16. Eagle’s nest. comes from this Roman/ let fall a shower of ____,” inhabitants, 636,000 sq. 35. Pope __ __, 440-461; 17. Sam B. Cook’s first major Italian word for father. —St. Therese of the Child miles, 2nd largest country first Pope to be called ____ was the 1961 Cen- 35. In the 4th century, St. Je- Jesus, the Little Flower, in the Middle East. “the Great.” Pope Emeri- tral Motor Bank, a mod- rome translated the Bible 1873-1897. 12. Adolf ____; high-up Nazi tus Benedict XVI said his ernist architecture esp. dis- into ____ instead of the SS officer, one of the -ma papacy “was undoubtedly tinct in its time. original Greek because DOWN jor organizers of the Holo- one of the most important 18. Reportedly, architect Gra- it had become the more 1. Letters for physical thera- caust. in the Church’s history.” ham was so fond of the common language of py. 13. A stole ____ in the Catho- 36. ____ Gary Cooper became Motor Bank building that the people. The Church 2. The ationalN ____ Card lic Church is a donation a Hollywood icon starring the one photo of one of his then adopted the Roman is the biennial result of the for sacramental functions. in numerous movies (e.g., designs he had in his ____ tongue for the Mass every- gov’t.’s National Assess- 18. The olyH ____ of the “High Noon,” “Sgt. York”) was the Central Motor where. ment of Ed. Progress so Church are annually from the late 1920’s to the Bank. 37. The name for a combina- parents and educators can blessed by the Bishop spe- late 1950’s. Quietly he was 19. “...and the ____ have the tion storage/workshop better assess and develop cifically for the Sacraments on a spiritual pilgrimage good news proclaimed to area connected to a house educational improve- of Baptism, Confirmation, (he visited Pope Pius XII them,” (Matthew 11:5). or living quarters, often ments. Holy Orders and the Sac- in 1953) and finally joined 20. The ____nam Veterans used for a vacation or 3. “…we ____ them among rament of the Sick. the Catholic Church in Memorial in Washington, weekend get-away. the saints,” —Pope Francis 19. “When it was evening they 1959. D.C. was designed by 39. The Central ankB art col- at the Oct. 2019 canoniza- brought him many who 38. Either do it my way __ __ Maya Lin, an unknown lection is comprised of tion of four new saints, in- were ____ by demons...” your own (2 wds.). 21-yr.-old undergraduate more than 500 ____ of cluding England’s Cardi- (Matthew 8:16). 39. Two clues: 1) a mathemat- student at Yale with no art by artists like Andy nal John Henry Newman. 20. Dog docs. ical constant used in all professional experience. Warhol, Hans Hoffman 4. The Cook family’s plan- 22. ____ Park is Kansas City’s areas of math and physics, She won out over 1,400 and Friedel Dzubas and ning and beautification in 1,805-acre city park. approx. equal to 3.14159; Jefferson City’s downtown Though heavily wooded, it even has its own “day”— included in 1916 Jefferson it contains the 8,000-seat Mar. 14th; or 2) letters for CASTROP PLASTERING CO. INC. City’s first “skyscraper,” Starlight Theatre, the KC private investigator. the seven ____ Carthage Zoo, a professional golf 40. Cross letters. stone main bank, trees course and the Lakeside 42. An abbr. for pneumonia. PLASTERING - DRYWALL along downtown’s High Nature Center, one of 44. A man’s neckware. ACOUSTICAL TILE Street and other initiatives. Mo.’s largest native species 45. 19th letter. STUCCO & THIN WALL 5. Female deer. rehab facilities. 47. Bone. PLASTERING 6. Roman tongue phrase 23. A squeaky shriek of alarm. 49. Heavens ____ Betsy! A used in English at the end 25. Pope Francis took his pa- variant of For Heaven’s of a list, meaning “and pal name from the famous sake! 4915 Hwy. 50 West, Jefferson City (573) 893-4111 other similar things;” usu- saint from this Italian ANSWERS on page 23 The Catholic Missourian March 20, 2020 21 “Graciously hear us, O Lord” Members of St. Peter parish in Jefferson City join Father Jeremy Secrist, pastor, in a procession of the Most Blessed Sacrament around St. Peter Church after Mass on Sunday, March 15. Dea- cons led the praying of a litany in time of a public health emergency. Fr. Secrist led proces- sions after every Mass at the parish that day. Deacon Enrique Castro led this group, who attended the 1 p.m. Mass in Spanish, in praying the litany in Spanish. More photos from this event have been posted in The Catholic Missourian’s online edition, cathmo.com. Se- lect “Photo Galleries” from the “Multimedia” tab on the menu bar. — Photos by Jay Nies Rely on the Knights of Columbus to protect your

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“Since I cannot at this moment But altering the ways of at the consecration, that the so that it may always forgive you do not receive Commu- receive you sacramentally, worship is nothing com- bread and wine become the my sins. Because I always sin, I nion and you do not attend come at least spiritually pared to Mass, you into my heart.” canceling “... It is good to cultivate in our hearts a constant desire for the can make the wor- sacrament of the Eucharist. This was the origin of the practice of a spiri- By Patti Armstrong ship itself. tual Com- National Catholic Register No Mass ‘spiritual Communion,’ which has happily been established in the munion, As the coronavirus spreads, means no Church for centuries and recommended by saints who were masters which is a the list of canceled public Eucharist. of the spiritual life. St. Teresa of Jesus wrote: ‘When you do not receive most bene- events has come to include Jesus gave Communion and you do not attend Mass, you can make a spiritual ficial prac- even Catholic Masses. us His Communion, which is a most beneficial practice; by it the love of God tice; by it As people adjust their hab- Body and will be greatly impressed on you.’” the love of its to include more vigorous Blood on — St. Pope John Paul II, “Ecclesia de Eucharistia,” no. 34 God will handwashing, for Catholics, the cross be greatly aspects of their church wor- and insti- impressed ship are also being altered such tuted the memorial of this Body and Blood of Jesus should always have a remedy,” on you.’” (no. 34) as some holy water fonts have great sacrifice at the Last Sup- Christ. Thus, canceling Masses (CCC 1393). been emptied, handshaking per. “Do this in memory of is monumental. As explained Making a spiritual Communion and Communion from the Me,” He told us. in the Catechism of the Catho- “Constant desire” The Church encourages fre- chalice suspended, and one And so we do at every Mass. lic Church, the Eucharist is Father Daniel Merz, pastor quent, even daily, Holy Com- diocese has banned hymnals. It is only during the Mass “the source and summit of the of St. George parish in Linn munion, but if at any time we Christian life. The other sacra- and Our Lady Help of Chris- cannot go to Mass in or out of ments, and indeed all ecclesi- tians parish in Frankenstein this season of the coronavirus, astical ministries and works and chairman of the Diocesan we can still unite ourselves to The Butcher Shop L.L.C. of the apostolate, are bound- Liturgical Commission for the the Eucharist through making Inspected, Custom Butchering and Processing up with the Eucharist and are Jefferson City diocese, empha- a spiritual Communion. Smoking & Curing oriented toward it. 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Anniversaries Baptisms Deaths Jefferson City, St. Peter — Joseph V. Kanga, Deanna “Missy” M. Treu, Argyle, St. Aloysius Boonville, Ss. Peter & Paul — Zoey and Sister Judith Ann Moyers (formerly Carolyn S. Weider Mike & Leann Schaben, 45 years Emma Kraus, daughters of Dale & Sister Mary Dolorosa), 88 — of the Sarah Kraus Franciscan Sisters of Mary, who once Linn, St. George — Mary M. Haslag, Boonville, Ss. Peter & Paul served at the former St. Elizabeth Joseph “Bud” Jaegers Oscar & Arlene Friedrich, 66 years Columbia, Our Lady of Lourdes — Hospital in Hannibal — on February Randy & Nancy Smith, 46 years Ada Cardwell, Olivia Karlin, Layla 17. The Mass of Christian Burial was Marceline, St. Bonaventure — Elizabeth Chris & Celeste Bowman, 42 years Spencer, Elliott Wulff celebrated on March 2 in The Sarah Stanley Dave & Debbie Richerson, 41 years Community chapel in Bridgeton. James & Mary Wooldridge, 38 years Freeburg, Holy Family — Violet Rose Mary’s Home, Our Lady of the Snows Randy & Lauralyn Fry, 35 years Rothove, daughter of Sam & Liz Camdenton, St. Anthony — Richard — Fred Mormann Jeffery & Alicia Cotton, 27 years Rothove Kruse St. Martins, St. Martin — Jim Schulte Brinktown, Holy Guardian Angels Glasgow, St. Mary — Oliver Lee Columbia, Our Lady of Lourdes – John Paul & Theresa Branson, 22 years Fuemmeler M. Bryan Sedalia, St. Vincent de Paul — Patricia Felten Chamois, Most Pure Heart of Mary Monroe City, Holy Rosary — Jackson Edina, St. Joseph — Lawrence Danny & Mary Ann Lamb, 50 years Joseph Kendrick, son of Matthew & Schroeder Taos, St. Francis Xavier — Ronald L. Karen Kendrick Lootens Kahoka, St. Michael Eldon, Sacred Heart — Donald J. Ressel Mark & Deanne Whiston, 46 years St. Martins, St. Martin — Kendyl Brauner, Tipton, St. Andrew — Gerald D. Wolf daughter of Dylan & Carrie Brauner; Freeburg, Holy Family — Delores J. Marceline, St. Bonaventure Rowan Krieger, daughter of Tyler & Hoffman Wardsville, St. Stanislaus — Janet A. Leroy & Barbara Stallo, 49 years Kaylene Krieger; Hadlei Rockers, Frese Chris & Lisa Efker, 36 years daughter of Miles & Justice Rockers; Hannibal, Holy Family — Eva Reidinger, Buddy & Julie Niemeier, 28 years Griffin Spencer, son of Zachary & Harrison Vessell Wien, St. Mary of the Angels — Sylvester Chris & Jeri Uhlik, 24 years Addie Spencer “Bud” Fessler Hermann, St. George — Raymond Martinsburg, St. Joseph Marriages Ochsner, Louis “Dugan” Speckhals David & Sharon Welschmeyer, 40 years Elections Darren & Michelle Hombs, 26 years Jefferson City, Immaculate Jefferson City, Cathedral of St. Joseph Conception — LeAnn Long & Patrick — Judith M. Connor, Barbara M. Father John Henderson — pastor of St. Montgomery City, Lehman Nilges, Helen Scherr, Dorothy Witthar William parish in Perry and St. Frances Immaculate Conception Cabrini mission in Paris — to be vice Karl & Becky Queathem, 25 years Jefferson City, Immaculate president of the board of directors Initiations Conception — Gary D. Bernskoetter, of Turning Point Recovery Centers in St. Thomas, St. Thomas the Apostle Kathryn R. Elliott Hannibal Tony & Marsha Strope, 50 years Boonville, Ss. Peter & Paul — Sara Kraus, who received sacraments of Vienna, initiation on Jan. 24 Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ken & Carol Menges, 46 years ALMSGIVING From page 12 Birthdays should not mean out of mind. Since the Second Vatican Council, saying it translates “prayers into love The Old Testament is full of remind- Fr. Morrill said, the Church has made for each other by giving to the needy Edina, St. Joseph — Marie Clark, ers about the need to give alms and a more of an effort to connect worship in the name of Christ.” grandmother of Father Paul Clark, passage from the Book of Tobit goes a and prayer to moral activity, and many He stressed the practice is not an her 99th on March 18 step further by saying “almsgiving saves Catholics have made the connection optional one, but one that is required Hermann, St. George — Marilyn from death and purges all sin.” that fasting is not just to be pious but of believers, but he also lamented that Landolt, her 90th So, if believers know that they should have practical measures: taking it “seems to get the least attention should give, why isn’t this discipline the money that would have been spent among the three” Lenten disciplines. Kahoka, St. Michael — Mary O’Brien, more of a Lenten topic of conversa- on food or drink, for example, and set- The deacon suggested that people her 90th on March 8 tion? ting that aside to give to the poor. create an almsgiving plan that doesn’t Vienna, Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Jesuit Father Bruce Morrill, the Ed- That is the whole idea behind Cath- necessarily need to be about giving Mary — Bernice Schmitz, her 97th on ward A. Malloy professor of Catholic olic Relief Services’ (CRS) Rice Bowl, money but also could be a donation of March 21 studies at Vanderbilt University Divin- the small cardboard box for collect- time, energy or talents to those in need. ity School in Nashville, Tennessee, said ing donations to help those supported “Let’s make almsgiving an encoun- one possibility is that so much of the around the world by CRS, the U.S. ter with God during Lent through the religious practice of Lent is shaped by bishops’ overseas relief and develop- face of the poor,” he wrote. Names for the images that represent what people are ment agency. Since its inception in trying to do with their faith — ashes, 1975, CRS Rice Bowl has raised nearly People Page for example, or fish on Fridays. $300 million. Last year, nearly 14,000 Information for the People Page “Almsgiving is not easily recogniz- Catholic parishes and schools across Crossword

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The Confirmation class of Northern Boone County lead the Stations of the Cross on Friday, March 6, in Holy Spirit Church in Centralia. The students also provided and served the Lenten meal afterward. — Photo from Holy Spirit parish’s Facebook page Taste and see Gone but not forgotten

Students at Holy Family School in Freeburg prepare to bury the “Alleluia” on Ash Wednes- day, as the word is not used throughout Lent at Mass until the Easter Vigil. Eighth-graders at St. Joseph School in Salisbury help pre- — Photo from Holy Family School’s Facebook page pare the school’s famous cinnamon rolls on Feb. 21 for a fundraiser. — Photos from St. Joseph School’s Facebook page Next go Godliness There is no greater love than this

Third-graders at St. Stanislaus School in Wardsville display their artwork depicting the Stations of the Cross. — Photo from St. Stanislaus School’s Facebook page

Members of the Immaculate Conception School Youth Group clean and disinfect the covers of the hymnals in Immaculate Conception Church in Jefferson City for a ser- vice project. — Photo from I.C. School’s Facebook page The Catholic Missourian March 20, 2020 YOUTH 25 Samuel anoints David king of Israel By Jennifer Ficcaglia me today,” Samuel told the el- Jesse replied. Catholic News Service ders. He also had Jesse and his “Send for him; we will not The Israelites wanted to sons purify themselves and in- begin the sacrificial banquet have a king to rule over them, vited them to the sacrifice. until he arrives here,” the so God anointed Saul as the At the sacrifice, Jesse pre- prophet said. first king of Israel. sented his sons to Samuel one David was brought before But Saul wound up doing by one. Samuel. David was a hand- what was evil in God’s sight, Samuel thought for sure some youth and made a splen- and God regretted making that Jesse’s eldest son, Eliab, did appearance. Saul king. would be chosen by God. “There — anoint him, for So, God sent the prophet “Do not judge from his this is the one!” God told Sam- Samuel on a mission. appearance or from his lofty uel. “Fill your horn with oil, and stature, because I have rejected Samuel took the horn of be on your way. I am sending him. Not as man sees does God oil and anointed David in the you to Jesse of Bethlehem, for see, because man sees the ap- midst of his brothers, and from I have chosen My king from pearance, but the Lord looks that day on, the spirit of the among his sons,” God told the into the heart,” God told Sam- Lord rushed upon David. prophet. uel. “How can I go? Saul will fice, and I Myself will tell you elders came up to him to ask “Are these all the sons you Read more about it... hear of it and kill me,” Samuel what to do; you are to anoint whether his visit was going to have?” Samuel asked after 1 Samuel 16 said. for Me the one I point out to be a peaceful one. meeting seven of Jesse’s sons, 1. Whom did God regret “Take a heifer along and say, you,” God replied. “Yes! I have come to sac- none of whom God chose. making king of Israel? ‘I have come to sacrifice to the Samuel traveled to Bethle- rifice to the Lord. So, purify “There is still the young- 2. Which of Jesse’s sons did Lord.’ Invite Jesse to the sacri- hem. As he entered the city, the yourselves and celebrate with est, who is tending the sheep,” God want Samuel to anoint? Bible Accent In 1 Samuel 16:14, we read play, and you will feel better.” play his harp, and Saul would Saint that after God rejected Saul as Saul agreed with his ser- be relieved and feel better. Saul king of Israel and had Samuel vants’ recommendation. grew fond of David and made Spotlight anoint David as the new king, “Find me a good harpist the youth his armor bearer. St. Casilda was a Mus- the spirit of the Lord left Saul. and bring him to me,” the king “Let David stay in my ser- lim who lived in Spain in Saul then began to be tor- ordered. vice, for he meets with my ap- the 10th and 11th cen- mented by an evil spirit from One of the servants spoke proval,” Saul said in a message turies and was known God. Saul’s servants noted the up. “I have observed that a son to David’s father, Jesse. for showing kindness to change in their master. of Jesse of Bethlehem is a skill- A note in the New Ameri- Christian prisoners. After “Look! An evil spirit from ful harpist,” he said. “He is also can Bible explains that by ap- becoming ill, she made a God is tormenting you. If your a brave warrior, an able speaker proving of David, Saul iden- pilgrimage to the shrine of lordship will order it, we, your and a handsome young man. tified David as his legitimate San Vicenzo de Briviesca servants here attending to you, The Lord is certainly with successor as king. and was cured in its heal- will look for a man skilled in him.” ing waters. She became a playing the harp,” they said. David entered the king’s ser- Christian, and she lived in solitude and penance in a cell “When the evil spirit from vice. Whenever the evil spirit near the shrine. Casilda reportedly lived to 100, and we God comes upon you, he will came upon Saul, David would Trivia honor her on April 9. What Philistine champion did Da- Puzzle vid defeat? (Hint: 1 Using the hints Samuel 17)

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Anwar fled to Eu- lunch-hour address, Vella said Some of the refugees en- rope, leaving behind enough Morally the idea for Dying to Live was dured unspeakable horrors for his wife and children ‘so Offensive first floated by its publisher, before deciding to flee their that my children would be Rowman & Littlefield. native land. Others encoun- able to eat.’” Ratings are supplied by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Film Vella had visited refugee camps tered even worse treatment Martin spoke to Vella about and Broadcasting Office. Visit www.usccb.org for current reviews. in 2016 as the number of refu- while fleeing. The first dozen being a forced child conscript gees worldwide were swell- pages of Dying to Live include of the Ugandan military. “We more. 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Wednesday, Mar 25 Wednesday, Apr 1 THE ANNUNCIATION OF Dn. 3:14-20, 91-92, 95 THE LORD (Ps.) Dn. 3:52-56 Is. 7:10-14; 8:10 Jn. 8:31-42 Ps. 40:7-11 Heb. 10:4-10 Thursday, Apr 2 Lk. 1:26-38 Saint Francis of Paola, hermit Young people from Gn. 17:3-9 St. Louis of France Thursday, Mar 26 Ps. 105:4-9 parish in Bonnots Ex. 32:7-14 Jn. 8:51-59 Mill brought the Sta- Ps. 106:19-23 tions of the Cross to Jn. 5:31-47 Friday, Apr 3 life on March 15. Jer. 20:10-13 — Photos by Melanie Friday, Mar 27 Ps. 18:2-7 Beel-Peters Wis. 2:1a, 12-22 Jn. 10:31-42 Ps. 34:17-21, 23 Jn. 7:1-2, 10, 25-30 Saturday, Apr 4 Saint Isidore, bishop, doctor of the Saturday, Mar 28 Church Jer. 11:18-20 Ez. 37:21-28 Ps. 7:2-3, 9bc-12 (Ps.) Jer. 31:10-13 CONVERSION Jn. 7:40-53 Jn. 11:45-56 From page 19 The Holy Father’s prayer intentions for March: We pray that the Church in China may persevere makes you want something pass away from this life.” putting God at the center of in its faithfulness to the Gospel and grow in unity. you may be missing,” she said. “That is where I’ve really that is what was missing.” Sponsored by “And I believe that “some- had to make the leap and be- The Beiers asked for prayers thing” is faith.” lieve that this is the right thing for the motivation to continue Mr. Beier had grown up to believe,” he said. learning and growing in their with no religious affiliation Mrs. Beier said she’s im- relationship with God long af- but was open to what his wife pressed with how the RCIA ter they receive the Easter Sac- wanted. helps people learn the funda- raments. “I’ve had to work through mentals of Catholic Church “We don’t want to become some doubts,” he said. “A lot teaching before they are initi- complacent,” said Mrs. Beier. of the things I heard about Ca- ated. “We want to continue on our tholicism and many other reli- “Rather than having you journey and keep following gions, didn’t make sense to me. jump head first, they give you that path.” Being an engineer, I essentially all that knowledge to make a They’re amazed at how these last, most intense weeks 50 days after Easter. need proof for why things are sound decision,” she said. many people are drawn to the of preparation before they’re That phase, called Mystago- the way they are. That’s just The couple hopes to cele- Church by the needs of their received into full communion gia, is a time to “savor the mys- how my mind works.” brate the convalidtation of their children. with the Church at the Easter tery” of Easter and to experi- Through the RCIA, he has marriage in the Church on their “Everybody wants some- Vigil. ence a full and joyful welcome studied actual documentation first wedding anniversary. thing better for their kids,” said The symbols of fire, light, into the community. for the claims of Christianity. Both are seeking annul- Mrs. Beier. “And it’s amazing water, oil, bread and wine “We’re so amazed at how “There’s historical evidence ments for failed attempts at how when people think about will be highlighted in a Lit- God brings people to Him- for all of these things that have marriage. wanting something better for urgy filled with some of the self and to His Church,” said taken place through history,” “Something obviously their kids, they lean toward Church’s richest traditions and Paul Kelly, a member of the he said. wasn’t right and didn’t work faith.” rituals. RCIA formation team at Fort He’s becoming more com- out,” said Mrs. Beier. “But Neophytes, as newly initiat- Leonard Wood. “My wife and fortable with the fact that some we’re together now, and ev- Intense preparation ed members of the Church are I are so happy to be a part of things cannot be proven on erything happens for a reason. All Catholics are encouraged known after the Easter Vigil, the process of helping people this side of eternity — “specifi- And this time, I want every- to keep the candidates and cat- will continue meeting regularly learn the truth and beauty of cally, what happens after you thing to be right. And I think echumens in prayer through through Pentecost, celebrated the Catholic Church.” 28 The Catholic Missourian March 20, 2020 Fr. Fields at ecumenical service: Time to wipe away the dust By Jay Nies “But when you clean it, gathering at the dawn of several congregations, includ- and Shrine of St. Patrick par- A glass dish can grow dull how it sparkles!” Father Rob- Lent. ing a large contingent from ish in St. Patrick, gathered for and opaque with dust. ert Fields told an interchurch About 80 Christians from St. Michael parish in Kahoka an interchurch Ash Wednes- day service in St. Paul’s Unit- ed Church of Christ in Ka- hoka. It was part of the Clark County Ministerial Alliance’s annual slate of weekly Lent- en services, hosted by local Supplying ice for parish picnics, weddings congregations with messages and any occasion you might have. given by local pastors. Fr. Fields, pastor of the Call us today! Kahoka and St. Patrick par- Alan Anz, M.D. ishes and canonical adminis- Parishioner at Our Lady of Lourdes HILKE’S trator of St. Joseph parish in Specializing in adult Canton and Queen of Peace hip & knee pain parish in Ewing, preached the ICE Ash Wednesday message and For an appointment call Freeburg, Mo. (573) 876-8158 helped distribute ashes. www.columbiaorthogroup.com 573-744-5500 He spoke of how faith in God summons all Christians toward unity. “We’re all in this together,” he said, “and our love for SUPPORT THE God shows in how we treat one another, in our words and our actions.” CATHOLIC Fr. Fields and Pastor Di- xie Laube of St. Paul’s UCC RELIEF traced ashes into the shape of a cross on the foreheads of those who stepped forward. SERVICES The people sang “Beneath the Cross of Jesus” and other COLLECTION hymns. “We share a common ori- gin,” Fr. Fields noted. “God raised us all up from the dust of the earth. We also share in the hope of one day dying with Christ in order that we may be raised up with Him for all eternity.” HELP The Ministerial Alliance sponsors Lenten services at 7 p.m. each Wednesday in vari- ous Clark County churches. St. Michael Church hosted the March 11 service, with Pas- tor Franz Kinkhorst of Kahoka IN DISGUISE United Methodist Church Tesus preaching the message.

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