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Volume L, No. 2 www.diocesealex.org Serving the Diocese of Alexandria, Louisiana Since 1970 February 18, 2019

Family foundations This month, we celebrate marriages and families! See inside or visit www.diocesealex.org for photos submitted from couples across the diocese.

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Diocese releases names of clergy. Golf Tournament to benefit Join us to celebrate weddings Manna House. and anniversaries this month. On Feb. 6, the Diocese of Alexandria released the names of those clergy credibly The annual APT/WAPT (Women’s) Golf We celebrate Natural Family Planning, accused of the sexual abuse of minors. See Pro Tour and the Hixson Ford Pro Am Golf weddings, and anniversaries this month. See pages 6-8 for the Letter to the Faithful of the Tournament hosted at Oakwing Golf Club in pages 12, 14, and 18 to join in the celebration. Diocese of Alexandria from Bishop David P. Alexandria will once again benefit Manna House. Pictured above, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Perot Talley, as well as the list of names. See page 9 for more Manna House updates. celebrate their marriage, Feb. 7, 1959 at Church of the in Natchitoches. PAGE 2 CHURCH TODAY FEBRUARY 18, 2019

INDEX Looking back National / World News ...... 3 February 2014: Love the Liturgy ...... 4 Longest married couple in U.S. attends Holy Ghost Church in Marksville - Bishop’s Column ...... 5 Norman and Norma Burmah recently celebrated their 83rd wedding Feature Story ...... 6 anniversary, making them the longest known married couple in the United States. Feature Story ...... 7 The couple were first recognized in 2012 by the Louisiana Family Forum as being Social Justice ...... 9 the longest married couple in Louisiana, but after more research, it was discovered Vocations ...... 10 that they are also the longest known married couple in the United States. At 103 Anniversary Pictures ...... 12 and 100, Norman and Norma live independently in their home in Marksville, where Feature Story ...... 14 they attend Holy Ghost . Diocesan / Local News ...... 15 Schools / Youth ...... 20 February 2019: Diocesan Briefs ...... 22 Join us as we celebrate weddings and anniversaries around the diocese. See Calendar ...... 23 pages 12, 14, and 18 for anniversary pictures from around the diocese, information on natural family planning, and tips on how to navigate conversations in marriage.

Mrs. Burmah, pictured to the left, passed away in Sept. 2014, and Mr. Burmah CHURCH passed away in Sept. 2015. TODAY Feast of the Month: St. Claude de la Colombiere By Emily Ann McCullough trust in the mercy of God. He Volume L, No. 2 February 18, 2019 Guest Contributor wrote this prayer: Lord, if I have St. Claude de la Colombiere’s grievously offended You, My Feast Day: P. O. Box 7417 The Story of Redeemer, let me not offend You Friday, February 15 Alexandria, LA 71303 St. Claude de la Colombiere even more by thinking that You [email protected] are not kind enough to pardon 318-445-6424 “O Sacred Heart of Jesus, Me. Amen. “We cannot honor God by Publisher: Most Rev. David P. Talley, I place all my trust in You.” expecting great things from Him. Bishop of Alexandria Nearly every Catholic is This dear Saint is the Confidence is the virtue that Publication Manager / Editor: familiar with these words and the patron of toy makers and his gives Him the greatest honor.” Cari Terracina, ext. 255, devotion to the Sacred Heart of feast day is February 15. [email protected] Multimedia Manager / Advertising: Jesus that came about as a result Joan Ferguson, ext. 264; of a vision of Jesus in which Emily Ann and her husband, [email protected] He exposed His Sacred human Prayer and Action a former Protestant minister, Circulation: Sandi Tarver, ext. 209; heart, aflame with love for us, Then after much prayer he was became Catholic in 1998. She has [email protected] to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque. convinced of their validity and - Create a colorful banner or worked in Religious Education The CHURCH TODAY (USPS On the other hand, few persons became not only her supporter a prayer card with a large Sacred ever since, and at present teaches 393-240) is published by the Catholic know of her spiritual director, St. but a champion and apostle of the Heart of Jesus and the words, Religion to third graders at St. Diocese of Alexandria, once a Claude de la Colombiere, who devotion to the Sacred Heart of “Jesus I trust in You” on it and Frances Cabrini School. month, free of charge to members of was responsible for making that hang it somewhere that you will the parishes in the Diocese of Jesus for the rest of his life. Alexandria, Louisiana. Out of vision known. While on assignment in see it daily. diocese subscriptions are $20 a year. St. Claude was a Jesuit priest England, he was falsely accused - Light a candle at church as from France who came to know and thrown into prison. When he a prayer for a loved one who has The office is located at Do you know someone St. Margaret Mary by way of his was finally released, his health great doubts about God’s love for 4400 Coliseum Blvd., who wants to receive Alexandria, LA 71303. appointment as rector to the Jesuit had taken a turn for the worse. them. the Church Today Periodicals postage paid at Community at Paray-le-Monial, He returned to France to die. He - Go to confession with a FREE of charge? Alexandria, LA. including the church next to the was beatified by Pius XI renewed trust in the mercy of God Postmaster: monastery of the Nuns of the and canonized by Pope John Paul and offer your penance joyfully, Send address changes to Visit the sign-up form Visitation, her order. St. Margaret remembering that your sins The CHURCH TODAY, P. O. Box II, who said that St. Claude’s at www.diocesealex.org, 7417, Alexandria, LA 71306 Mary had suffered greatly from promotion of devotion to the actually no longer exist. or email persecution due to her sisters’ Sacred Heart provided “spiritual - Ask St. Claude to pray cari.terracina@ Website: www.diocesealex.org unbelief of her ongoing private strengthening for Christian for you to be able to abandon a diocesealex.org To receive a free subscription, revelations. She opened up her communities so often faced with specific worry you have to the with their name and call 318-445-6424, ext 255 or heart to St. Claude, who listened Sacred Heart of Jesus. mailing address. e-mail [email protected] increasing unbelief.” to her story a number of times. St. Claude taught boundless FEBRUARY 18, 2019 CHURCH TODAY PAGE 3 Pope names organizing committee for abuse conference in February

By Carol Glatz and will involve a process of Catholic News Service initiatives on regional, national and diocesan levels,” he said. — Pope Gracias told Crux in October that Francis named U.S. Cardinal the February meeting “cannot be Blase Cupich of Chicago to be cosmetic” or superficial. “Either it part of the organizing committee will be successful, or it will be a preparing for a meeting of the disaster for the church.” world’s bishops’ conferences, The other organizing and representatives of religious committee member is Scicluna, orders to address the abuse and who has assisted the pope protection of minors. with several high-profile abuse The Feb. 21-24 Vatican investigation cases. He serves meeting is not only “about as adjunct secretary of the keeping children safe from harm Congregation for the Doctrine of worldwide,” said Greg Burke, the Faith and is president of the head of the Vatican press office, congregation’s board that reviews in a written statement Nov. 23. appeals filed by priests laicized “ wants or otherwise disciplined in sexual church leaders to have a full abuse or other serious cases. understanding of the devastating Scicluna said the meeting impact that clerical sexual abuse will include “a penitential liturgy” has on victims,” he said, soon USCCB MEETS FOR SEXUAL ABUSE SUMMIT IN FEBRUARY. Cardinal Blase Cupich of Chicago has been because “Pope Francis wants after the Vatican announced appointed by Pope Francis to be part of the organizing committee for the Vatican's Feb. 21-24 global bishops meeting it.” He said abuse survivors “are the members of the preparatory to address clerical sexual abuse. Cupich is pictured during the Synod of Bishops on young people, the faith and going to be a part of that liturgy committee. vocational discernment at the Vatican Oct. 18. (CNS/Paul Haring) too, just as they will be consulted Together with Cupich, the in advance of the meeting and be committee will include Cardinal listened to during it.” Oswald Gracias of , ; for dioceses around the world.” O’Malley said the pontifical solutions moving forward,” the The meeting will mark “the Charles Scicluna “We must continue commission, as an advisory body cardinal said Nov. 23. beginning of a new approach that of Malta; and Jesuit Fr. Hans to embrace and practice a to the pope, proposed the global Cupich told Crux it will be I hope will be global, because Zollner, president of the Centre commitment to zero tolerance, meeting for the world’s bishops. critical that all church leaders it concerns the whole church,” for the Protection of Minors at the work for greater transparency, He said the commission has hosted take “ownership for our failures he said. However, all solutions Pontifical Gregorian University including the release of names meetings between survivors and fully in order to ensure they are and approaches will have to be and a member of the Pontifical of clergy accused of abuse, and groups of newly named bishops, not repeated.” This will require lived concretely on the local Commission for the Protection of encourage all religious orders and those meetings “have inspired clearly defining responsibilities level, “in every parish, in every Minors. to adopt a similar policy and our view that calling the bishops and establishing “responsiveness, school, in every diocese,” he said, The Pontifical Commission cooperate with civil and legal to for a similar high-impact transparency, and accountability, “otherwise it’s not effective at for the Protection of Minors, authorities. Above all else, we meeting would be very important particularly for bishops,” he all.” headed by Boston Cardinal Sean must place the support and in addressing the clergy abuse added. “We have to move away from O’Malley, and some survivors of pastoral care of survivors first,” crisis globally.” He said the pope sees panic-driven policies that put abuse by members of the clergy he said in a written statement Cupich told Crux Nov. 23 safeguarding as part of his call the good name of the institution also will be involved in the Nov. 23. that while Francis understands for a change of culture, “that is, above all other considerations.” preparatory work for the meeting, “This is a lifelong journey” very well the degree of suffering a reform in how we approach Zollner, who is also a licensed the Vatican said. that “requires a partnership in the United States because of ministry for, in addition to being a psychologist and psychotherapist “This a critical moment for between the laity and clergy in abuse, the pope is calling a global crime, sexual abuse of minors by and has accompanied abuse the universal church in addressing responding to the failures of meeting because “he understands clerics is about the corruption of survivors to the Vatican, said the sexual abuse crisis,” O’Malley episcopal leadership by holding this to be a global issue.” our ministry.” the pope will be present at the said, and the February meeting bishops accountable for the “The pope is seeking both The February meeting “is the February meeting’s work sessions. “will be an important moment for crimes against children and a comprehensive understanding beginning of a worldwide reform Those who are invited to the developing a clear path forward vulnerable adults,” he said. of past failings, as well as global that will need to be ongoing meeting include presidents of national bishops’ conferences around the world; heads of A message from the Diocese of Alexandria’s Safe Environment Program the Eastern Catholic churches; representatives of the Union of If you have reason to believe that a child is being abused or neglected and that the abuse is by a parent or caretaker, Superiors General and of the please call: Louisiana Child Abuse / Neglect Hotline at 1-855-4LA-KIDS (855-452-5437). International Union of Superiors General; top officials of the If suspected abuse is related to a diocesan/church/school program, or if abuse occured by anyone acting in Church Secretariat of State; prefects of services, a report also should be made to the diocesan victim assistance coordinator, Dr. Lee Kneipp at 318-542-9805. the congregations for the Doctrine of the Faith, for Eastern Churches, for Bishops, for the Evangelization For updated information, news articles, and documents regarding ongoing activity and planning for securing and of Peoples, for the Clergy, for maintaining a Safe Environment for all, visit www.diocesealex.org/our-faith/healing (visit www.diocesealex.org and look Institutes of Consecrated Life for “A Safe Environment For All” under the “Our Faith” tab). Here, you can find Bishop Talley’s message for November and Societies of Apostolic Life, 2018, as well as updates from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Also found on this page is the letter from and of the Dicastery for Laity, the Pope Francis to all Bishops in the United States regarding a meeting in February 2019 at the Vatican entitled “The Protection Family and Life. of Minors in the Church.” PAGE 4 CHURCH TODAY FEBRUARY 18, 2019 Rite of betrothal / Do miscarried children go to heaven? Q. I have heard that the for this sacrament” (No. 1257). “rite of betrothal” is becoming But the miscarried child has popular in certain young Catholic had, of course, no chance to ask circles. What does this rite entail? for the sacrament. The catechism Was it more common prior to Question Corner later says, “Indeed, the great the ? mercy of God who desires that all Would you recommend that an Father Kenneth Doyle men should be saved, and Jesus’ engaged couple seek out this rite? Catholic News Service tenderness toward children which (Washington) caused him to say: ‘Let the chil- dren come to me, do not hinder A. The rite of betrothal was them,’ allow us to hope that there a little-known but long-standing is a way of salvation for children service of prayer in which a Engaged Couple from the pray for your grace, grant that, will be reunited someday with my who have died without baptism” couple had their engagement church’s Book of Blessings, strengthened by your blessing, baby in heaven.) (Pennsylvania) (No. 1261). formally blessed by a priest. The published in 1989. That newer they may grow in respect for one When an infant is baptized, 1906 edition of The Catholic rite celebrates in prayer a newly another and cherish each other A. I suppose that a theologi- the infant makes no personal pro- Encyclopedia notes that the engaged couple and asks the Lord with a sincere love.” cal purist might say that there is fession of faith; instead it is left ritual was more common in other to guide them as they prepare for I would recommend that a no definitive church position on to the parents and godparents countries than in the United marriage; it can be celebrated by couple use this newer blessing. the ultimate fate of a miscarried to voice their desire to have the States. An English version is still a priest, deacon or lay minister, child. child christened. Why wouldn’t available, as an addition to Father and includes scriptural reading Q. I know that life begins at But from many things that the same logic prevail in the case Philip Weller’s translation of the The engagement rings may conception. So I want to believe the church has, in fact, taught in of a miscarriage? Had the child 1962 Roman Ritual (although the be blessed during the ceremony, that when a woman has a miscar- its official documents, it seems been carried to term, the parents rite did not form part of that ritual and the celebrant prays: riage, no matter how early in the reasonable to assume that the would certainly have had the itself.) “Lord God, the source pregnancy, her unborn baby goes child is in heaven. The Catechism child baptized, so why wouldn’t There is no prohibition of all love, the wise plan of to heaven -- but I am wondering of the Catholic Church says, a merciful God who reads hearts against using that rite today, your providence has brought what the church’s view is on this. “Baptism is necessary for salva- consider that intention sufficient? although it has largely been these young people together. (As a woman who has experi- tion for those to whom the Gos- Be comforted and at peace: I replaced in the contemporary As they prepare themselves for enced a miscarriage, I would find pel has been proclaimed and who think it’s quite likely that you will church by the Blessing of an the sacrament of marriage and great comfort in knowing that I have had the possibility of asking meet your child in heaven. Marriage and Annulments

The Diocese of Alexandria is stress to those facing the process. So if this topic applies to you or blessed to have dedicated people I suppose knowing you may have a loved one, I encourage you to working in many ministries to to recall some of the difficulty in take the steps to find out more spread the love and mercy of Embracing your past can be unpleasant and information. If you do, and Jesus. Whether these efforts are overwhelming, but it can also be you are able to come into full through retreats, faith formation a time for healing and bringing communion with the Church, programs, or just within their the Liturgy closure to that part of your life. I know you will come to have social gatherings, the sharing of By Deacon Richard W. Mitchell Please do not let the anxiety a better appreciation for the your faith story with others is the of the unknown regarding the sacrament of matrimony and will most impactful way to evangelize. process keep you from moving Love the Liturgy. Part of evangelization is listening forward. to those around us who may be please know I am addressing this absolute answer that will apply So, where do you begin?? struggling in their faith, many question to say that even though across the board, except for the My suggestion is to start with Send your questions who may have even left the each situation is different, divorce answer…“It depends.” speaking with your pastor. Tell and/or share your comments Church for various reasons, and and/or being divorced and Our Catholic Church teaches him about your specific situation with Deacon Mitchell via email help to guide them back home. remarried does NOT necessarily that a wedding (and subsequent and ask for guidance. He will to: [email protected]. My favorite part of ministry is permanently disqualify you from marriage) is indeed sacred and its be able to provide spiritual helping to heal the hurts of the receiving the sacraments. sanctity must be protected at all support and direct you to the past, walking with people who So here is this month’s costs. With that said however, resources that will help. Another Thank you for your want to come into communion question: “I am a baptized there are instances where an valuable resource is the Diocese with the Church, all the while Catholic, but divorced and impediment or serious defect of Alexandria’s Tribunal Office. generous submissions of hopefully showing them the love remarried outside of the Catholic of consent may have existed They are the experts and are wedding and anniversary and mercy Christ has for each Church. I want to reengage in on the day of the wedding. If dedicated to assisting you in the photos! We have included one of us. my faith and have my marriage the impediment is proven, it annulment process. To see their as many photos as possible One fairly common struggle blessed. Is that possible? If so, may be grounds to declare that, information (including an outline in this issue of the paper. I have found with adults who where do I begin?” though the vows may have been of the process and/or to begin Please visit www.diocesealex. wish to join (or recommit) to If the National average of exchanged, there was no true the online application) visit our org for additional photos. the Church is their concern with divorces in the United States is intention to fulfill them by one or website at: www.Diocesealex. correct, this question is likely both parties. The familiar term being divorced and/or divorced org, look for the tab “Our Look for additional and remarried. I realize this a common one with our readers for the process of proving this is Diocese”, and then “Tribunal/ opportunities to submit edition of The Church Today is (either from personal experience getting your wedding “annulled”. Marriage Annulments”. about marriage and I certainly or with family and friends). As It is unfortunate that the stigma The only way you will photos and stories of your do not want to dampen the spirit mentioned above, each situation associated with going through an know the answer to your specific own in later issues. with discussing divorce, so is different and there really is no annulment brings much fear and situation is to ask the question. FEBRUARY 18, 2019 CHURCH TODAY PAGE 5

Abundant Life, Today, All of Us HOLY FATHER’S PRAYER INTENTIONS For those of you reading this for February column, whether in our February edition of The Church Today Human Trafficking - or on the Diocesan website, I am the VINE; For a generous welcome of the consider this: how did you come victims of human trafficking, to know the great gift of God…in of enforced prostitution, and the Person of Jesus of Nazareth? YOU are the BRANCHES(John 15:5) of violence. How have you found the strength Most Rev. David P. Talley of faith that allows you to Bishop of the Diocese of Alexandria dedicate your hearts to Christ the Lord, the Image of the Invisible God? How is it that you are a member of Christ’s Church…a intentional disciple of the Lord this world-wide Church and we Way of Life, your life will be an unique and unrepeatable living Jesus. Maybe a favorite priest pray to remain in the Lord as He abundance, even if poor, even if Diocese of Alexandria Website stone in the temple of His Body or deacon or catechist–a disciple promises to remain in us. He, you deal with an illness, even if www.diocesealex.org (1 Peter 2.4), here and now? that offered you a sense of faith the Vine of Life, we, the living there are moments of uncertainty Some of you, probably most that was alive? branches of this Vine (John 15. and confusion. Whether single of you reading these words, For some of us not Catholic 4-5) to the Glory that is the living or married, whether young or were brought into the mystery growing up, we found our and majestic God. old, whether filled in consolation Diocese of Alexandria of Jesus by your mom, your dad way–His Way for us–through Okay, maybe you are still or manifestly broken….if you Facebook or another family member. The a variety of avenues: the parish reading. Maybe you are still with have been given the gift of faith facebook.com/ domestic church (the Catholic Catechumenate (“R.C.I.A.”); me, even though this might seem and have seen something of His DioceseofAlexandria family) is the foundation of it a spouse; a friend; a book read to some as boring “Church-talk”. Light you have this intuition, all, as parents seek to instruct or a piece of art seen or a film What I want you to know is that that the darkness should not be and form their children, to grow viewed…maybe the A.C.T.S. this Lord that we love, this God feared (John 8. 12). For God so into faith-filled adults capable of retreat movement or the that we seek to adore and serve, loved the world. Diocese of Alexandria transforming the earth through Charismatic Renewal…maybe the Lord promises you and me ‘ Instagram the abundant life promised us in through serving the hungry at abundant life today, all of us. How AMDG @dioceseofalexandria Christ (John 10.10). Along with Manna House? so? As this gift of faith becomes Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam this domestic church, your parish However the Lord brought us real to you, present to you…. (For The Greater Glory of God) might have had a hand in forming and whenever the Lord brought guiding you, as you surrender Bishop Talley on Twitter: you as a devout Catholic, as an us we are HOME as members of to the Way of Love that is the @BishopDavidT Vida abundante, hoy, todos nosotros

Para aquellos de ustedes formación como católico devoto, estás leyendo. Tal vez todavía que leen esta columna, ya sea como discípulo intencional del estés conmigo, aunque a algunos ?? ? Catholic Trivia ?? ? en nuestra edición de febrero de Señor Jesús. Tal vez un sacerdote, les parezca aburrido “hablar en la The Church Today o en el sitio diácono o catequista favorito, ¿un Iglesia”. Lo que quiero que sepa es Who said the following: web de la Diócesis, consideren discípulo que te ofreció un sentido que este Señor que amamos, este “Marriage is a duel to the death, esto: ¿cómo llegaron a conocer el de fe que estaba vivo? Dios que buscamos adorar y servir, which no man of honour should decline.” gran don de Dios ... en la persona Para algunos de nosotros el Señor nos promete a usted ya de Jesús de Nazaret? ¿Cómo ha que no somos católicos cuando mí una vida abundante hoy, todos Was it: encontrado la fortaleza de la fe que crecimos, encontramos nuestro nosotros. ¿Cómo es eso? Cuando A. C.S. Lewis C. G.K. Chesteron le permite dedicar sus corazones camino –su camino para nosotros– este don de fe se haga real para ti, B. D. J.R.R. Tolkien a Cristo el Señor, la Imagen del a través de una variedad de preséntate ... guiándote, mientras Dios Invisible? ¿Cómo es que eres avenidas: el catecumenado de te rindes al Camino del Amor que miembro de la Iglesia de Cristo ... la parroquia (“R.C.I.A.”); una es el Camino de la Vida, tu vida Answer on page 15. una piedra viva única e irrepetible esposa; un amigo; un libro leído será una abundancia, incluso si en el templo de Su Cuerpo (1 o una obra de arte vista o una es pobre, incluso si tratas con Pedro 2.4), aquí y ahora? película vista ... tal vez el A.C.T.S. un Enfermedad, incluso si hay Algunos de ustedes, el movimiento de retirada o la momentos de incertidumbre y probablemente la mayoría de Renovación Carismática ... ¿quizás confusión. Ya sea soltero o casado, ustedes que leen estas palabras, sirviendo a los hambrientos en ya sea joven o viejo, lleno de fueron llevados al misterio de Manna House? consuelo o manifiestamente roto Jesús por su mamá, su papá u otro Sin embargo, el Señor nos ... si se le ha dado el don de la fe y miembro de la familia. La iglesia trajo y siempre que el Señor nos ha visto algo de Su Luz, tiene esta doméstica (la familia católica) es trajo, estamos en CASA como intuición, que la oscuridad no debe el fundamento de todo, ya que los miembros de esta Iglesia mundial ser temida (Juan 8 12). Porque padres buscan instruir y formar a y oramos para que permanezcamos tanto amó Dios al mundo. sus hijos, para que se conviertan en el Señor mientras Él promete en adultos llenos de fe capaces de permanecer en nosotros. Él, la transformar la tierra a través de la Vid de la Vida, nosotros, las ramas AMDG vida abundante que nos prometió vivas de esta Vid (Juan 15. 4-5) Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam en Cristo (Juan 10.10). Junto con a la Gloria que es el Dios vivo y (Para la mayor gloria de Dios) esta iglesia doméstica, su parroquia majestuoso. podría haber participado en su Está bien, tal vez todavía PAGE 6 CHURCH TODAY FEBRUARY 18, 2019 Diocese releases names of Clergy credibly accused Letter to the Faithful of the Diocese of Alexandria

February 6, 2019 was done with a view to publish evidence was reviewed case by investigation, Fr. Lyons’ case B: Diocesan Clergy – Deceased a list of the names of those clergy case to believe that accusations was referred to the Congregation Like many of you, I was (bishops, priests and deacons), against them are, in all likelihood, for the Doctrine of the Faith Fr. Edward Terry Allen horrified and scandalized to read living and deceased, who we credible. in Rome and ecclesiastical • An allegation of sexual the results of the Pennsylvania believe could be credibly accused penalties were imposed in 2013. misconduct and abuse of a male Grand Jury report published in of sexual abuse of minors. While this process of review minor dating back to 1973 was the summer of 2018 detailing the and publication is not a declaration Deacon Raymond M. Jones brought before the Permanent history of sexual abuse perpetrated In publishing this list, it is of guilt, it is our best assessment • Review of Deacon Raymond Review Board in 2005. by Catholic clergy against minors not our intent to re-victimize of all the evidence available to Jones’ file in 2019 showed • The accusation was deemed over so many decades. In the those who have already been so us at this time. We believe that evidence of sexual misconduct credible. 1980s, the public prosecution of wounded by the actions of some publically listing these names is a and abuse of a male minor • Fr. Allen resigned from active Fr. Gilbert Gauthe of the Diocese clerics who served in our diocese matter of justice if we are to help dating from 1982. ministry in 2005. of Lafayette shined a light into the over the past one hundred sixty- the victims and the Church we • Deacon Jones was suspended • A settlement was made with the darkness of this evil in the life of five years. This evil can only be love and serve. It is our continued from active ministry when the victim in 2012. the Church. purged through a vigilant process hope that anyone who has been allegation was made known in • Fr. Allen died in 2018. that is transparent to the public. abused will come forward to speak 1986. Since the adoption of the Our response must demonstrate the truth and seek the healing that • His scheduled ordination to the John Wesley Andries United States Conference of the highest levels of honesty and all desire. priesthood was cancelled in • Multiple allegations of sexual Catholic Bishops’ Charter for scrutiny. light of the evidence and he was misconduct and abuse of male the Protection of Children and If you are a victim of sexual encouraged to seek laicization minors dating back to the Young People in 2002, the ‘Dallas I believe, together with all abuse, please contact your local by Bishop Friend. 2000s were brought before Charter’, our diocese has urged the members of the Permanent law enforcement agency. Sexual • He subsequently left the diocese. the Permanent Review Board victims of clergy sexual abuse of Review Board, that we have done abuse is a serious crime and • The evidence was presented to in 2003 and Fr. Andries was minors to come forward and many what we can to present as truthful must be treated as such. If you the Permanent Review Board removed from active ministry. have. In the last sixteen years and as thorough a record of the would like more information or in 2019 and the allegation was • The allegations were deemed our Diocesan Permanent Review alleged instances of sexual abuse are in need of assistance, please deemed credible. credible. Board, composed of both laity and by clerics against minors during contact our Victims’ Assistance • Civil charges were brought and clergy, has reviewed all allegations our long history. I know that Coordinator, Dr. Lee Kneipp, at Donald Rogers Fr. Andries was convicted and made against clerics, diocesan this list may be incomplete, not (318) 542-9805. • An allegation of sexual sentenced. and religious, and laity, living because we have held anything misconduct and abuse of a male • After completion of the and deceased. Counseling and back, but because this kind of evil Along with the need for minor dating back to 1962 was investigation, Fr. Andries’ case pastoral care have been offered to is perpetrated in secret and out justice, we must, at the same time, brought before the Permanent was referred to the Congregation all who have come forward and in of fear and shame some may not seek the healing grace that can Review Board in 2004. for the Doctrine of the Faith some cases, financial settlements have been able to come forward. come only from Our Savior who • Fr. Rogers was removed from in Rome and Fr. Andries was were made. has ransomed us from the darkness active ministry in 1967. laicized in 2007. The names that are published of sin and death. Remembering • Fr. Rogers was laicized in 1974. • John Andries died in 2013. As Bishop of Alexandria, I below are those of clergy, diocesan Christ, Who is our Light, I ask • Review of Fr. Rogers’ file in 2019 have promised to do everything and religious, living and deceased, all of us to continue to be vigilant showed evidence of multiple Fr. William Allison in my power to safeguard our whom the Permanent Review in our efforts to safeguard our allegations of sexual misconduct • An allegation of sexual children and youth and to help Board unanimously believes children and youth. and abuse of minors. misconduct and abuse of a male those abused in the past. To aid have been or could be credibly • The evidence was presented to minor dating back to 1961 was in the healing process, in August accused of sexual abuse of a Names of Clergy accused the Permanent Review Board in brought before the Permanent of 2018, I ordered an examination minor. If any allegation is made 2019 and the allegations were Review Board in 2004. of all our files dating back to the against a living cleric, national and The following names are deemed credible. • Fr. Allison died in 1986. establishment of the Diocese of diocesan protocols, in place since those of clergy duly incardinated • Fr. Rogers was born in 1930 • Review of Fr. Allison’s file Natchitoches in 1853. A system 2002, become applicable. When or at one time serving in the and would be 88 at the time of in 2019 showed evidence of examination was established this occurs, the police are notified Diocese of Alexandria accused of this letter. His whereabouts are corroborating the allegation. by which every file held by our and our Victims’ Assistance sexual misconduct and abuse of unknown. • The evidence was presented to Diocese of Alexandria would Coordinator begins his service to minors by allegations brought by the Permanent Review Board be reviewed by two sets of the victim while an assessor begins victims or by written testimony: Fr. Victor Sepsi in 2019 and the allegation were examiners: one comprised of the an investigation for the Permanent • Review of Fr. Sepsi’s file in 2019 deemed credible. chancellor and vice-chancellor Review Board. A: Diocesan Clergy – Living showed evidence of multiple and one comprised of laity from allegations of sexual misconduct Fr. William Cody Bressler our Permanent Review Board and Some of the names below Fr. Frederick Lyons and abuse of male minors dating • Multiple allegations of sexual other lay readers appointed by me. are of living clerics. Such cases • Multiple allegations of sexual back to the 1960s. misconduct and abuse of male have been brought forward for misconduct and abuse of male • Fr. Sepsi left the diocese and and female minors dating back To insure the most thorough review according to national minors dating back to the active ministry in 1967. to the 1960s were brought process of examination in these and diocesan protocols and 1960s were brought before the • The evidence was presented to before the Permanent Review cases, a special ad-hoc committee procedures. However, the great Permanent Review Board in the Permanent Review Board in Board in 2004 and again in 2005 of the Review Board was majority of the names listed below 2005 and 2006. 2019 and the allegations were and were deemed credible. established to review all the case are of clergy who were deceased • Fr. Lyons was removed from deemed credible. • Fr. Bressler died in 1990. histories of the Review Board at the time allegations were made active ministry in 2006. • Fr. Sepsi was born in 1930 and • Settlements were made with the from its inception up to the present or their files were reviewed. On • The allegations were deemed would be 88 at the time of this victims in 2006 and 2017. day, along with all the information examination, in regard to these credible. letter. His whereabouts are • Review of Fr. Bresslers’ file gleaned from the file review. This deceased clerics, enough written • After completion of the unknown. in 2019 showed evidence FEBRUARY 18, 2019 CHURCH TODAY PAGE 7

corroborating the allegations. misconduct and abuse of a male • The evidence was presented to deemed credible. Fr. Norman Rogge, SJ • The evidence was presented to minor dating back to 1966 was the Permanent Review Board in • A priest of the . the Permanent Review Board in brought before the Permanent 2019 and the allegations were Fr. Leo Van Hoorn • Review of Fr. Rogge’s file in 2019 and the allegations were Review Board in 2004 and after deemed credible. • An allegation of sexual 2019 showed evidence of an deemed credible. investigation, the allegations misconduct and abuse of a male allegation of sexual misconduct were deemed credible. A Fr. Kenneth Mathews minor dating back to 1967 was and abuse of a male minor Msgr. Paul Conway settlement was made with the • Review of Fr. Mathews’ file brought before the Permanent dating back to 1985. • Allegations of sexual misconduct victim in 2005. in 2019 showed evidence of Review Board in 2006. • Fr. Rogge was arrested on a and abuse of female minors • Fr. Franklin left the diocese in multiple allegations of sexual • Fr. Van Hoorn was suspended charge of Sexual Battery of a dating back to 1956 was 1973. misconduct and abuse of male from active ministry by Bishop male minor in Florida. brought before the Permanent • Fr. Franklin died in Alabama in minors dating back to the 1980s. Graves in 1979. • He was sentenced in Florida on a Review Board in 2004 and after 1986. • Fr. Mathews left active ministry • Fr. Van Hoorn died in 2006. charge of Lewd Conduct in the investigation the allegations • Review of Fr. Franklin’s file in on a leave of absence in 1998. • Review of Fr. Van Hoorn’s file in Presence of a Minor in 1985. were deemed credible. 2019 showed further evidence • Fr. Mathews died in 2008. 2019 showed further evidence • Fr. Rogge died in 2009. • Msgr. Conway died 1996. of sexual misconduct and abuse • The evidence was presented to of another allegation of sexual • The evidence was presented to • Settlements were paid to the of male minors. the Permanent Review Board in misconduct and abuse of a the Permanent Review Board in victims in 2005 and in 2017. • The evidence was presented to 2019 and the allegations were male minor. 2019 and the allegations were the Permanent Review Board in deemed credible. • The evidence was presented to deemed credible. Fr. Francis O. Couvillion 2019 and the allegations were the Permanent Review Board • Review of Fr. Couvillion’s deemed credible. Msgr. H. Clinton Teacle in 2019 and the allegations Fr. Louis Senesac, CSV file in 2019 revealed multiple • Allegations of sexual misconduct were deemed credible. • A priest of the Clerics of Saint allegations of sexual misconduct Msgr. Robert Friend and abuse of male minors dating Viator. and abuse of male minors dating • An allegation of sexual back to the 1960s were brought C: The following name is • Review of Fr. Senesac’s file in back to the 1950s. misconduct and abuse of a male before the Permanent Review that of a Diocesan priest, 2019 showed evidence of an • Fr. Couvillion died in 1978. minor dating back to 1954 was Board in 2009. incardinated in another diocese allegation of sexual misconduct • The evidence was presented to brought before the Permanent • Msgr. Teacle died in 1969. accused of sexual misconduct and abuse of a male minor the Permanent Review Board in Review Board in 2004. • Review of Msgr. Teacle’s file in while serving in the Diocese of dating back to 1945. 2019 and the allegations were • Msgr. Friend died 1977. 2019 showed further evidence Alexandria: • Fr. Senesac was removed from deemed credible. • The allegation was deemed of sexual misconduct and abuse active ministry in the diocese. credible and a settlement was of male minors. Fr. Gilbert Gauthe • Fr. Senesac died in 1966. Fr. Francis Patrick Donohoe made with the victim in 2005. • The evidence was presented to • Priest of the Diocese of • The evidence was presented to • Former Capuchin friar, the Permanent Review Board in Lafayette, Louisiana the Permanent Review Board incardinated in the Diocese of Fr. Edmund Gagné 2019 and the allegations were • Allegations of sexual misconduct in 2019 and the allegation was Alexandria by Bishop Desmond • Review of Fr. Gagné’s file in deemed credible. and abuse of male minors deemed credible. in 1942. 2019 showed evidence of dating from the 1970s were • Review of Fr. Donohoe’s file multiple allegations of sexual Joseph Tisch brought before the Permanent Fr. Antonio Valez- Lopez in 2019 showed evidence of misconduct and abuse of male • An allegation of sexual Review Board in 2004. • A priest of the Congregation of multiple allegations of sexual minors dating back to the 1980s. misconduct and abuse of a male • Fr. Gauthe was tried and Capuchin Religious Tertiaries of misconduct and abuse of male • Fr. Gagné was removed from minor dating back to 1967 was convicted for similar offenses Our Lady of Sorrows. minors dating from the 1960s. public ministry in 1986. brought before the Permanent in Lafayette. • An allegation of sexual • Bishop Greco asked for and • Fr. Gagné died in 1990. Review Board in 2014. • The allegations were presented misconduct and abuse of a received Fr. Donohoe’s • The evidence was presented to • Fr. Tisch left the diocese and to the Permanent Review Board female minor dating back resignation as pastor and he was the Permanent Review Board in active ministry in 1968. in 2019 and the allegations to 2006 was brought to the removed from active ministry in 2019 and the allegations were • Joseph Tisch died in 2007 were deemed credible. attention of the Archdiocese of 1966. deemed credible. publically separated from the Baltimore in 2009 where the • Fr. Donohoe died in 1983. Church. D: The following names are abuse took place. • This evidence was presented to Fr. Moise Richard Gremillion • Review of Fr. Tisch’s file in those of religious priests, living • The Diocese of Alexandria was the Permanent Review Board in • Review of Fr. Gremillion’s 2019 showed further evidence and deceased, accused of informed of the investigation by 2019 and the allegations were file in 2019 revealed multiple of sexual misconduct and abuse sexual misconduct with minors the Archdiocese of Baltimore in deemed credible. allegations of sexual misconduct of male minors. while serving in the Diocese of 2016 and Fr. Valez-Lopez was and abuse of male minors dating • The evidence was presented to Alexandria: removed from public ministry Fr. Harvey Fortier from the 1960s. the Permanent Review Board in in the Diocese of Alexandria. • Review of Fr. Fortier’s file in • Fr. Gremillion retired from active 2019 and the allegations were Fr. Charles Dekeukelare, • The Archdiocese of Baltimore 2019 revealed an allegation of ministry in 1969. deemed credible. CICM initiated proceedings and Fr. sexual misconduct and abuse • Fr. Gremillion died in 1973. • A priest of the Congregation of Valez-Lopez’s case was sent of a male minor dating back to • This evidence was presented to Fr. Léger Tremblay the Immaculate Heart of Mary. to the Congregation for the 1954. the Permanent Review Board in • Allegations of sexual misconduct • Review of Fr. Dekeukelare’s file Doctrine of the Faith in Rome. • An allegation was made of sexual 2019 and the allegations were and abuse of male minors in 2019 showed evidence of an misconduct and abuse of a male deemed credible. dating back to the 1950s and allegation of sexual misconduct Beginning in August of 2018, minor in 1994. 1960s were brought before the and abuse of a male minor a group of lay leaders and a group • The allegation was deemed Fr. Michael G. Hannon Permanent Review Board in dating back to 1982. of our clergy have assisted me in credible. • Review of Fr. Hannon’s file 2003 and again in 2005. • Fr. Dekeukelare was removed a complete study of our records of • A settlement was made with the in 2019 showed evidence of • Fr. Tremblay died in 2002. from public ministry. He pled all the clergy that have served in victim in 1995. multiple allegations of sexual • Settlements were made in 2004 guilty to and was prosecuted our parishes, missions, institutions • Fr. Fortier died in 1999. misconduct and abuse of male and in 2005. for Indecent Behavior with a and schools. This action has been • The evidence was presented to minors dating from the 1960s. • Review of Fr. Tremblay’s file in Juvenile in Avoyelles Parish in done to offer the people of this the Permanent Review Board in • Fr. Hannon left the diocese in 2019 showed further evidence 1982. diocese a complete record of those 2019 and the allegations were 1963. of sexual misconduct and abuse • The evidence was present to the clerics that have been credibly deemed credible. • Fr. Hannon was incardinated in of male minors. Permanent Review Board in accused of the sexual abuse of the Diocese of Brooklyn in New • The evidence was presented to 2019 and the allegations were minors. The work has been a Fr. John Franklin York in 1982. the Permanent Review Board in deemed credible. • An allegation of sexual • Fr. Hannon died in 2000. 2019 and the allegations were see LIST, page 8 PAGE 8 CHURCH TODAY FEBRUARY 18, 2019

LIST WHAT TO DO IF YOU SUSPECT cont. from page 7 over 535 clerics who have served by this evil. Please know that I am the diocese since its founding. ready to meet with any victim in A CHILD IS BEING ABUSED: painful but necessary examination These 27 cases represent roughly this healing process. If you have reason to believe that a child is being abused or of the past. It is only by shedding 5% of the number of clerics who light on our past that we as the have served in central Louisiana. I remain fraternally yours in neglected, and that the abuse is by a parent or caretaker, Church in central Louisiana can The majority of the documented the light and love of the Lord, please first call the Louisiana Child Abuse / Neglect Hotline move forward in hope of healing cases of abuse occurred in the at 1-855-4LA-KIDS (855-452-5437) and/or your local law and strength. Eight lay people, 1950s, ‘60s and ‘70s: – Most Reverend David P. Talley, enforcement agency. If suspected abuse is related to a diocesan/ including three members of the M.S.W., J.C.D., Diocese of church/school program, or if abuse occurred by anyone acting Permanent Review Board and 1940 to 1949 One case Alexandria in Church services, a report should then also be made to the seven members of the clergy 1950 to 1959 Four cases diocesan Victims Assistance Coordinator, Dr. Lee Kneipp, assisted me in reviewing 535 files 1960 to 1969 Thirteen cases Permanent Review Board Clinical Psychologist at 318-542-9805. of clergy who have served in the 1970 to 1979 Two cases Members: diocese since its establishment 1980 to 1989 Five cases Chad Gremillion, Chair in 1853. This represents all 1990 to 2002 One case Dcn. William Aldridge existing records of clergy who Stacey Auzenne Brigitte Paul Kelso Insurance, LLC have served in the diocese since After the implementation of the Fr. Scott Chemino, V.G. its establishment to the date of this 2002 Charter for the Protection of Fr. James Ferguson Brigitte Kelso publication. Children and Young People: Carol Hirchak Owner/Agent One case Claire Lemoine A careful examination of this Dr. Lee Kneipp, Victims 2918 S. MacArthur Dr. publication will show that most Since the adoption of Assistance Coordinator Alexandria, La. 71301 of these clergy were deceased the Dallas Charter and the before any investigation of implementation of the VIRTUS Team of Personnel File Phone: 318.448.2226 allegations against them could be program, along with greater Reviewers: Fax: 318.448.2280 made according to the standards vigilance in our formation 1. Pamela Delrie [email protected] implemented by the Charter for the programs, we have seen one new 2. Robert Dvorak Protection of Children and Young case where an allegation of abuse 3. Gabriel Rodriguez People (2002). What we see in has been deemed credible by the 4. Robert Tompkins examining the written records is Permanent Review Board. Still, 5. Kenneth Wasmer Louis Lowrey, M.A. that there was no standard response one instance of abuse is one 6. Chad Gremillion, PRB on the part of our past bishops and too many. It is my hope that by Chairman Licensed Professional Counselor clergy to the allegations made. constant vigilance and awareness 7. Carol Hirchak, PRB Member This publication of the names of we may prevent this tragedy from 8. Claire Lemoine, PRB Member the clerics listed above is not a ever happening again. We must 9. Fr. Chad Partain, Chancellor Offices located at 207 Church Street, Natchitoches declaration of their guilt. But, from never forget the damage that has 10. Dcn. Richard Mitchell, Vice - (318) 332-8422 • [email protected] been done to the victims, their Chancellor an exhaustive review, the evidence Mail: 109 Royal Street, Natchitoches, LA 71457 of allegations brought against each families and to the whole Body of cleric was deemed to be credible Christ which is the Church. While based on the materials examined. we live with the reality of evil, it The Permanent Review Board of is my hope that none of us will the Diocese of Alexandria in their ever lose sight of the victory that For additional information study of each case unanimously has been won for us by Our Lord, on the policies that agreed to the publication of these Jesus Christ. names. govern the matters Trusting in his love for us, I, discussed above, please visit To gain perspective on this together with all my fellow priests, www.diocesealex.org/our- evil chapter in the life of our deacons, religious and coworkers faith/healing diocese, it is important to look in the diocese extend our heartfelt at a chronology of the credible sorrow for all the pain and anguish accusations made against 27 out of caused to our children and youth FEBRUARY 18, 2019 CHURCH TODAY PAGE 9 Golf Tournament to benefit Manna House

The annual APT/WAPT Links on the Bayou. Tournament Schedule: (Women’s) Golf Pro Tour and Professional golfers like the Hixson Ford Pro Am Golf Harrison Frazar, Tag Riding, and Monday, March 11 Tournament hosted at Oakwing Ron Whittaker, many who in the 4:00 p.m. Golf Club in Alexandria will once past, have graduated to the PGA Robbie Rogenmoser Shoot Out again benefit Manna House. Tour, will be competing for a The Hixson Ford Pro Am $30,000 purse. 4:00 p.m. Tournament will be held Tuesday, “We are so excited to once Dr. David Rogenmoser March 12. Each team of three again be the beneficiary of this Sip and Chip will be paired with a professional world-class golf tournament,” (Free chipping and putting clinic golfer. said Jessica Viator, executive with APT Pro Golfers The entry fee of $1,000 director of Manna House. Viator providing instructions.) per team includes green fees, said a number of sponsorship golf cart, hole sponsorship, six packages are available including 6:30 p.m. invitations to the Pro Am Party, the Shoot-Out, Pro-Am Party, Pro- UTLX / Leeco Steel / Alexandria the Pro Am Awards Party (with Am Awards Party, Leader Group, Pineville Area Convention & food and drinks included), and Cart Sign, Driving Range, Putting Visitors Bureau Pro-Am Party the opportunity to play with a Green, Pro-Am Team Sponsorship, (Casual Attire) professional golfer. Entry forms and Hole Sponsorship. may be picked up at the Oak Wing For more information, contact Tuesday, March 12 Golf Course. Theresa Slater, tournament chair 2018 HIXSON FORD PRO AM. Local amateur golfers and their pro get ready 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The Coca-Cola, Dr. Pepper person at 318-664-3603 or to tee off for last year’s tournament which raised approximately $40,000 for HIXSON Ford Pro-Am Golf APT Golf Pro Tournament will be Jessica Viator at 318-445-9053 or Manna House. There’s still time to put your team together for this year’s Tournament at Oakwing Golf Club held March 13-16 at Oakwing and [email protected]. tournament. Thursday, March 14 7:00 p.m. Roy O’ Martin / Tunk’s Pro-Am MANNA HOUSE OPEN POSITION: Awards Party COOK / SUPERVISOR (Casual attire) BEAT THE PRO Manna House currently has an open position for a Cook / Supervisor. Glow Ball Championship All applicants are encouraged to apply at indeed.com March 13 - 16 (Seach “Manna House” under “What”). 8:00 a.m. each day. Coca-Cola Dr. Pepper Open Requirements include 3 years of food service experience, food safety and sanitation certification, ability to lead a team, maintain a safe and Saturday, March 16 positive work environment, abillity to work under stress in a high- 1:30 p.m. speed environment, lift objects up to 50lbs. and work standing Coca-Cola Dr. Pepper Open for long periods of time. Champion’s Presentation

EVA HORN RETIRES. Mrs. Eva Horn, cook supervisor for Manna House, retired after 29 years of service. Mrs. Eva began working there with Father Foley when the doors opened in 1990. Bishop David Talley attended the retirement party held in her honor on Jan. 24.

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A Seminary Burse is an invested sum of money, the interest of Deacon Todd Marye ...... 100.00 which is used in perpetuity to help fund the education of men to the Deacon Patrick C. McCusker ...... 100.00 priesthood. Contributions to any of the burses or to establish a new Seminary Burses Deacon Richard W. Mitchell ...... 100.00 burse should be sent to the Chancery Office, Post Office Box 7417, Deacon Ted A. Moulard ...... 300.00 Alexandria, LA 71306-0417. -- Very Reverend Stephen Scott Chemino, Deacon Clifton “Kip” Pelto ...... 100.00 Chairman Father Daniel Cook ...... 2,500.00 Deacon William E. Schaidnagle ...... 100.00 Father Daniel Corkery ...... 700.00 Deacon Gary A. Schupbach ...... 450.00 Completed burses at $15,000.00 each: Father Anthony N. Cumella ...... 1,250.00 Deacon William “Bill” Travis ...... 200.00 • Bishop Charles P. Greco Father John H. Cunningham ...... 1,475.00 Deacon John L. Whitehead ...... 100.00 Father Dennis A. Curren ...... 650.00 Deacon Michael L. Young ...... 200.00 • Monsignor Thomas F. Early (3 completed) Father Leonard Curtis, OP ...... 1,050.00 Sister Margaret McCaffrey ...... 300.00 • Monsignor B. A. Scallan Father Ferreolus D’Cruz ...... 875.00 Sister Marie Therese McGee, OP ...... 100.00 • Father H. Gerald Bordelon Father Edward Deasy ...... 625.00 Sister Virginia Lee Vanderlick, CDP ...... 100.00 • Father Daniel Corkery Father Blake Deshautelle ...... 25.00 Ismael and Libby Agosto ...... 250.00 • Father Michael P. Kammer Father Derek Ducote ...... 350.00 Shirley Alexander ...... 1,125.00 • Father Bruce Miller (2 completed) Father Rudolph J. Engelen ...... 550.00 Charles P. and Florence C. Anastasio ...... 880.00 • Father William B. Provosty (2 completed) Father Richard Fale ...... 5,700.00 Germaine Armand ...... 550.00 • Angelo R. and Ena F. D’Angelo Father James Ferguson ...... 700.00 Virgie D. Aymond ...... 225.00 • John Dominick Driscoll Father Harvey J. Fortier ...... 1,475.00 Bobby D. Basco ...... 4,690.00 • Miss Mary F. Early Father Joseph Alfred Fortin ...... 200.00 Delores Basco ...... 150.00 • Irvin and Elma Moreau, Harrison P. Moreau, Michael N. Moreau, Father James Foster ...... 280.00 Harold and Lillie Baridon ...... 6,000.00 Deborah S. Moreau Bouche, Emily A Moreau, Tom and Mary Candiotto, Father Louis Gagnard ...... 50.00 John M. Bauer ...... 150.00 and Ruby Moreau Father John M. Gayer ...... 870.00 Dr. Lamar and Jean Boese ...... 50.00 • David Stafford “Brother” O’Shee Father Serafin Glasnovic...... 150.00 Will Bollich ...... 100.00 • John Gregory Simms Father Rickey Gremillion ...... 10,465.00 J. V. Bonnette ...... 50.00 • Joseph T. Simms, Jr. Father Daniel Hart ...... 50.00 Carolyn Brouillette ...... 50.00 Father William M. Hopp ...... 10.00 Nathan Cannella ...... 225.00 The following is a list of established burses and amounts each: Father Mark W. Horacek ...... 50.00 Frank V. Cariere ...... 175.00 Saint Damien de Veuster ...... 175.00 Father Bartholomew Ibe ...... 200.00 Dylan Michael Cashio ...... 400.00 Bishop William Friend ...... 100.00 Father Tom Jezak ...... 400.45 T. W. Clark ...... 50.00 Bishop Lawrence P. Graves ...... 5,805.00 Father Michael P. Kammer ...... 921.00 Charles D’Amico ...... 50.00 Bishop Charles P. Greco ...... 1,400.00 Father W. John Kiley ...... 625.00 Leo Dobard ...... 2,350.00 Bishop Ronald P. Herzog ...... 100.00 Father Francis X. Kronemeyer ...... 100.00 Gerald Flynn ...... 100.00 Bishop Sam G. Jacobs ...... 1,100.00 Father George Krosfield...... 50.00 Mr. and Mrs. Philip Flynn ...... 50.00 Bishop David P. Talley ...... 450.00 Father Peter Kuligowski ...... 1,248.00 Anne Berry Gallagher ...... 2,025.00 Monsignor Marcel J. Anderson ...... 100.00 Father Paul Kunnumpuram ...... 475.00 Anthony and Mary Glorioso ...... 100.00 Monsignor Leon R. Aycock ...... 1,535.00 Father Henri Jacquemain ...... 50.00 Toby Guedry ...... 1,000.00 Monsignor Henry F. Beckers ...... 13,657.50 Father Russell J. Lemoine ...... 425.00 Gail T. Gutierrez ...... 100.00 Monsignor Milburn J. Broussard ...... 8,650.00 Father Frederick J. Lyons ...... 1,600.00 William J. Hamlin ...... 500.00 Monsignor Norman C. Buvens ...... 100.00 Father Bernard F. Maguire ...... 105.00 Madeline Jeansonne ...... 100.00 Monsignor Paul E. Conway ...... 825.00 Father Robert M. Maure ...... 10.00 Leonard E. Johnson ...... 1,250.00 Monsignor Allen M. Chenevert ...... 1,000.00 Father Jamie Medina-Cruz ...... 200.00 Maria S. Keran ...... 1,000.00 Monsignor Isidore Deceulaer ...... 160.00 Father Jack Michalchuk ...... 150.00 Floyd J. LaCour, Sr...... 8,100.00 Monsignor S. J. Dekeuwer ...... 650.00 Father Bruce Miller ...... 300.00 Gerry and Connie Leglue ...... 100.00 Monsignor Gerald J. Ducote ...... 560.00 Father Adrian Molenschot ...... 4,075.00 Huey and Neen Lemoine ...... 150.00 Monsignor Robert C. Friend ...... 50.00 Father Joseph Montalbano ...... 400.00 Judge Alfred and Mary Jo Mansour ...... 2,050.00 Monsignor Ronald C. Hoppe ...... 950.00 Father Govie J. Moraus, Jr...... 200.00 Huey and Ethel Mathews ...... 1,000.00 Monsignor James E. Howard ...... 50.00 Father Christudas Nayak ...... 225.00 Louis “Dump” Henry Mathews, Sr...... 100.00 Monsignor Charles M. Jekeler ...... 325.00 Father Peter T. Norek ...... 400.00 Daryl “Pat” Mauterer ...... 3,000.00 Monsignor Joseph F. Kidd ...... 1,500.00 Father Dan O’Connor ...... 1,525.00 Ethel Miller ...... 100.00 Monsignor William Kwaitaal ...... 850.00 Father Thomas O’Connors ...... 10.00 Odis James Miller ...... 190.00 Monsignor Warren T. Larroque ...... 800.00 Father Chad Partain ...... 100.00 Gerald Moreau ...... 215.00 Monsignor Terrence J. Lennon ...... 125.00 Father Martin L. Plauche ...... 50.00 Helen Morgan ...... 12,000.00 Monsignor George W. Martinez ...... 500.00 Father Samuel J. Polizzi ...... 1,000.00 Marge Murrin ...... 315.00 Monsignor Patrick Murphy ...... 2,304.00 Father George Pookkattu ...... 50.00 Alcide A. Nassif ...... 522.29 Monsignor William C. O’Hanlon ...... 5,000.00 Father William B. Provosty ...... 105.00 Kitty Treadway Nassif ...... 100.00 Monsignor Aloysius O. Olinger ...... 865.00 Father Charles Ray ...... 100.00 Maurice Noel ...... 295.00 Monsignor Mozart Pelletier ...... 100.00 Father Frederick Taylor Reynolds ...... 1,085.00 N. J. and Hannah Nolan ...... 10,000.00 Monsignor John V. Plauche ...... 400.00 Father Yves J. Robitaille ...... 1,900.00 Harvey Miller “Buddy” Normand ...... 100.00 Monsignor F. Joseph Rateau ...... 570.00 Father José Robles-Sanchez ...... 450.00 W. D. O’Neal ...... 8,159.00 Monsignor Russell J. Richie ...... 616.14 Father James Roy ...... 100.00 Danny O’Quinn ...... 100.00 Monsignor B. A. Scallan ...... 10,085.90 Father Kenneth J. Roy ...... 3,505.00 Albert and Elsie Poche ...... 900.00 Monsignor Matthew J. Scanlon ...... 310.00 Father Sheldon Roy ...... 200.00 Kathleen Pool ...... 375.00 Monsignor Joseph M. Susi ...... 9,906.00 Father Lloyd M. Samson ...... 50.00 Edna Rabalais ...... 1,375.00 Monsignor Steve J. Testa ...... 8,905.00 Father Craig Scott ...... 2,000.00 Dr. Sidney Rud ...... 50.00 Monsignor Henry A. Thompson ...... 360.00 Father Louis Sklar, III ...... 250.00 Luis R. Robles-Cortez ...... 125.00 Monsignor John M. Timmermans ...... 7,820.00 Father Paul B. Smith ...... 250.00 Dr. Brenda V. Seiler ...... 100.00 Monsignor Martin J. Tyrrell ...... 4,250.00 Father Ker Texada ...... 200.00 Josephine G. Serio ...... 275.00 Monsignor Henry Van der Putten ...... 1,291.89 Father August Thompson ...... 1,240.00 John Gregory Simms ...... 4,275.00 Monsignor John C. Vandegaer ...... 1,350.00 Father Antonio E. Villaverde ...... 1,300.00 Sadie Stroud ...... 10,000.00 Monsignor Nicholas F. Vandegaer ...... 1,350.00 Father Nino G. Viviano ...... 200.00 Robert Upton ...... 100.00 Monsignor John J. Wakeman...... 100.00 Father Silvan A. Waterkotte, OFM ...... 160.00 Patsy Dekeyzer Vincik ...... 200.00 Monsignor Julius G. Walle ...... 2,170.00 Father Kenneth Williams ...... 880.00 Gus Voltz, Jr...... 4,020.00 Father William G. Allison ...... 160.00 Father Joseph Xavier ...... 100.00 Larry Lee Wiltse ...... 1,925.00 Father Peter J. Besselaar ...... 50.00 Father Bernard L. Zagst ...... 1,275.00 Tracy P. Wiltse ...... 1,825.00 Father Michael Bodnar ...... 50.00 Reverend H. Biggers ...... 158.50 Mary Virginia Young ...... 100.00 Father Lawrence Bonin ...... 70.00 Deacon Emile “E. J.” Barre, III ...... 100.00 Congregation of the Sisters of Divine Providence ...... 100.00 Father H. Gerald Bordelon ...... 13,885.00 Deacon Rodrick “Benny” Broussard ...... 2,600.00 Deceased Members of Catholic Daughters of the Father Vernon Bordelon ...... 445.00 Deacon L. G. DeLoach ...... 500.00 Americas Court Regina Pacis #1372, Natchitoches ...... 775.00 Father Gilles Boyer ...... 85.00 Deacon Darrell Dubroc ...... 200.00 In Honor of Providence Central High School Class of 1959 .... 1,450.00 Father Basil Burns ...... 100.00 Deacon Raymond J. Dunn ...... 300.00 St. Edward the Confessor Parish, Tallulah ...... 100.00 Father Scott Chemino ...... 325.00 Deacon Ray D. Gibson ...... 100.00 St. Mary’s Assumption Parish, Cottonport ...... 700.00 Father Jules L. Claes, CICM ...... 4,761.00 Deacon Charles A. Jones ...... 1,150.00 General Fund ...... 2,000.00 Father Wilbur G. Cloutier ...... 3,690.50 Deacon Gregory P. LeBlanc ...... 100.00 TOTAL ...... 576,757.17 FEBRUARY 18, 2019 CHURCH TODAY PAGE 11

Prayer for Priests Gracious and loving God, we thank your for the gift of our priests. Clergy assignments Through them, we experience your presence in the sacraments. Help our priests to be strong in their vocation. Set their souls on fire with Bishop David Talley love for your people. Grant them the wisdom, understanding, and strength announces two clergy assignments they need to follow in the footsteps of Jesus. Inspire them with the vision effective Feb. 1, 2019. of your Kingdom. Give them the words they need to spread the . Father Walter Ajaero will Allow them to experience joy in their ministry. Help them to serve as Parochial Vicar at Our become instruments of your divine grace. Amen. Lady of Lourdes Church, Fifth Ward and St. Martin of Tours Church, Belledeau, from Feb. 1 Seminarian Burses until June 30, 2019. Father Luke LaFleur will January 2019 Donations serve as Assistant Director of Vocations while remaining a Knights of columbus Council #9217...... $50.00 Parochial Vicar for the Minor Father Adrian L. Molenschot Burse Basilica of the Immaculate Mr. and Mrs. Silton Innerarity...... $25.00 Conception, Natchitoches. Father Walter Ajaero Father Luke LaFleur Father Sheldon roy Burse Father Peter Kuligowski...... $30.00 Father Peter Kuligowski Burse GET TO KNOW OUR PRIESTS, DEACONS, Mrs. Nelwyn Broussard...... $50.00 Monsignor Milburn Broussard RELIGIOUS, AND SEMINARIANS Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Schupbach...... $50.00 Deacon Gary Schupbach Burse We asked our Priests, Deacons, Religious, and Seminarians: Mrs. Barbara Rigby...... $50.00 What childhood memory are you most thankful for, and why? Leo P. Dobard Burse Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Schupbach...... $100.00 Father Derek Ducote, Our Lady of Prompt Succor, Alexandria: A childhood memory I am thankful Monsignor Steve Testa Burse for is the support and encouragement of my grandmother (Doris Ducote) who was so proud that she had a grandson who wanted to be a priest. She would often ask me, “Mon cha, do you still want to be a priest?” Mrs. Newlyn Broussard...... $100.00 I still see her proud glimmer in her eyes and smile. Deacon Rodrick “Benny” Broussard Burse Bayou Chateau Nursing Center...... $100.00 Father Taylor Reynolds, Judicial Law student of Santa Croce University, Rome, Italy: A few, such Floyd LaCour, Sr. Seminary Burse as laying outside on the ground at night at our home in the country and being able to see the Milky Way. Eighty percent of people have never seen it, and it’s so beautiful. I’m also thankful for going out with my Father Derek Ducote...... $100.00 dad to the old bridge and throwing rocks - they stay as good memories of me of a Father. Our Lady of Prompt Succor Burse Mr. and Mrs. Robert I. Miller...... $200.00 Deacon Richard Mitchell, Director of the Office of Divine Worship: Growing up with a single mother, I Father Daniel Corkery Burse spent a lot of time with my maternal grandparents. Many of my fondest memories come from the times we spent together. My grandfather had season tickets to the LSU football games. He and I would go early, eat Mr. and Mrs. Daniel C. Brockner ...... $1,000.00 at the Student Center and enjoy the game. Since I was a kid, I would of course sleep as he would drive home. Daryl “Pat” Mauterer Burse The Holmes Family ...... $2,000.00 Father Daniel Hart Burse Check back here and on the diocese website each month for a new Q&A with our priests, deacons, religious, and seminarians! Total...... $3,830.00 PAGE 12 CHURCH TODAY FEBRUARY 18, 2019 Family Foundations Congratulations to all of our beautiful couples and families! Join us here and at www.diocesealex.org to celebrate marriages and families across the diocese!

MR. AND MRS. THOMAS SLATTEN. Thomas Slatten and Susan Campbell. Married Feb. 18, 1984 at St. Rita’s Church, Alexandria.

MR. AND MRS. CEDRIC RABALAIS. Cedric Rabalais and Barbara Lemoine. Married Feb. 8, 1969 at St. Paul’s Church, Mansura.

MR. AND MRS. JOEY MATHEWS. Joey and Elaine Matthews. MR. AND MRS. THOMAS DELRIE. Tommy Delrie and Pam Aymond. MR. AND MRS. JAMAL STAFFORD. Jamal Stafford and Whitney Married April 4, 1964 at St. Margaret’s Church, Boyce. Married April 9, 1988 at St. Church, Cloutierville. Hammond. Married Sept. 30, 2017 at St. Juliana Church, Alexandria.

MR. AND MRS. BRANDON BEEBE. Brandon Beebe and Meredit Hartt. Married July 15, 2006 at MR. AND MRS. MARTIN MASDEN. Martin and Ann Masden. Married July 10, 1965 at Sacred St. Rita’s Church, Alexandria. Heart of Jesus Church, Pineville. Pineville FEBRUARY 18, 2019 CHURCH TODAY PAGE 13

MR. AND MRS. WALTER HAMMOND. Walter Hammond and DEACON AND MRS. RICHARD MITCHELL. Deacon Richard and MR. AND MRS. PRESTON STEMMANN. Preston Stemmann Jackie Elie. Married April 16, 1983 at St. Juliana Catholic Church, Nicole Mitchell. Married Dec. 5, 1992 at St. Cathedral, and Connie Terracina. Married Sept. 8, 2001 at St. Francis Xavier Alexandria. Alexandria. Cathedral, Alexandria.

MR. AND MRS. ROBERT YERBY. Robert Yerby and Laura MR. AND MRS. TIMOTHY KNOBLOCH. Timothy Knobloch and MR. AND MRS. BRIAN BRODNAX. Brian and Rebecca Brodnax. Gauthier. Married April 24, 1992 at St. Frances Cabrini Church, Margaret Perot. Married Dec. 27, 29917 at St. Francis Xavier Convalidation (blessing) of their marriage, Dec. 20, 2018 at Our Lady Alexandria. Cathedral, Alexandria. of Prompt Succor Church, Alexandria.

MR. AND MRS. LEROY HART. Leroy Hart and Margaret Hanes. MR. AND MRS. EDWARD METOYER. Edward and Mary Sue MR. AND MRS. JOSEPH FRANK. Joseph and Gloria Frank. Married Sept. 5, 1964 at St. Margaret’s Church, Boyce. Metoyer. Married March 23, 1968 (50th Anniversary above) at St. Married 1957 at St. James Church, Alexandria. John the Baptist Church, Cloutierville. PAGE 14 CHURCH TODAY FEBRUARY 18, 2019 Ten Benefits of Natural Family Planning

By Leah Pelto Thermal Method of natural family Guest Contributor planning is its incorporation of three different fertility signs. There are many benefits of That way, when one sign is using natural family planning in possibly affected by sickness or marriage, but let’s start simple…. stress, you can rely on the other sign(s) for accurate interpretation 1. It’s Healthy. There’s lots of the phases. of hype these days around all- 9. Witness God’s Design. When natural, non-GMO, organic, a married couple uses NFP, they unprocessed, preservative free, can clearly see the intricate and grain free, dairy free, no added hormones that end up in our tap that a wife may not have known The most common rule to use beautiful way that God created sugar, and additional choices for water and environment from its she had. When a woman’s cycle for the longest infertile phase their bodies and their gift of our diet. But have we thought use. is unaltered by outside synthetic has a method-effectiveness rate fertility. about what we may be putting 3. It’s Economical. After the hormonal influence, and there is of 99.6%. All of NFP science 10. Practice of Putting God into our bodies for family one-time cost for the main class a certain irregularity or problem is based on decades (almost a First. When we choose to planning purposes? Natural (around $135 for the book and present, it could mean there is century, really) of collective honor God and His design of family planning (NFP) passes supplies), it’s virtually free for the a medical concern that needs to research and numerous scientific our bodies first and foremost all of the above requirements rest of your life. There is a small be addressed, progesterone or studies, particularly those of Dr. with our fertility, the practice of and more. It’s medication-free! fee for supplemental classes, such thyroid deficiency for example. Petra Frank-Hermann and Dr. putting Him first in other areas Which means there are absolutely as the Postpartum (fertility after 5. It’s Effective. The Sympto- Josef Roetzer. of marriage more easily follows. no unwanted or troublesome side childbirth) and Pre-menopause Thermal Method of NFP has 6. Growth in Virtues. Using When we elect the Lord as the effects from its use. classes. But, NFP does not several different rules to choose natural family planning to space center of planning our family, it 2. It’s Green. It’s extremely impose a monthly cost. That’s a from for the different phases of children in marriage compels innately flows to put Him first friendly to the environment since lot of savings over a lifetime! a woman’s cycle. The married practice in self-control, self- when it comes to communication, it does not require oil or any kind 4. Awareness to Medical Issues. couple adheres to the guidelines discipline, patience, purity, finances, education, parenting, of pollution for its production or Using natural family planning may for physical intimacy when obedience to the Church in her work, etc. shipment. There are no artificial bring attention to medical issues wanting to space pregnancies. insightful teachings, respect for Is using NFP always easy? God, and respect for your spouse No, not always. But I can’t think to name a few. All of these being of a single thing the Church calls virtues we should strive for in our us to do specifically because “it’s Christian life as well as our use easy.” of NFP. My husband, Michael, and 7. Shared Commitment. The I are certified teachers through accountability of tracking fertility The Couple to Couple League signs is meant to be shared by International and teach the both spouses, not just one or the Sympto-Thermal Method, which other. The husband is asked to uses three different fertility signs hand his wife the thermometer to identify the natural fertile and in the morning to take her basal infertile phases of a woman’s (waking) body temperature, cycle. The Couple to Couple which is one of the fertility signs. League is a Catholic non-profit The wife then makes fertility organization established in observations throughout the day. 1971, and is the largest provider 8. It’s Versatile. The strength of NFP instruction in the United (that I love!) of the Sympto- States.

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Maryhill Wish List Lenten Missions Maryhill Renewal Center opened in 1948 and has been in continuous St. Rita Church operation ever since. It consists of 186 partially wooded acres and a large Mark your calendars now for “The Deep Heart of God: Finding Redemption, Healing and Restoration,” lake, with multiple, various-use buildings onsite and requires ongoing Mar. 25-27, 6:30 p.m. nightly at St. Rita Holy Family Center. The mission will conclude with a Parish maintenance every day of the year. As with any facility of this size and Penance Service on Thursday, Mar. 28, 6:30 p.m. Our mission director will be Mr. Ken Kneipman of the age, personnel, equipment and outsourced services are used to help with John Paul II Healing Center in Tallahassee, Florida. Ken is the author of “Lenten Healing: 40 Days to Set the upkeep. You Free from Sin,” published by Ave Maria Press.

To help offset the minimal budget available to Maryhill for these Lenten Missions presented by Deacon Paul Murphy purposes, a “Wish List” has been created so that you may donate Deacon Paul’s topic is “Forgiveness Through Reconciliation and Mercy.” Deacon Paul Murphy is from needed items or services if you would like. Thank you to everyone who the Diocese of Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada. For more information contact Deacon Ted Moulard, responded and donated to the initial wish list requests! The list (318) 447-2746 or [email protected]. Check with these church parishes for specific times: below has been updated, and will continue to be updated from time to time. • March 10-12, , Fifth Ward • March 20-21, Holy Ghost Church, Marksville • March 13-15, St. Martin of Tours, Belledeau • March 22, St. Richard Chapel, Hickory Hill Please contact Deacon Luke White, Maryhill Facilities Manager, if • March 17-19, Sts. Frances & Anne Church, Kolin • March 24-26, Christ the King Church, Simmesport you are interested in donating any of these items and to make sure the list is up-do-date. He can be reached at: [email protected] or (318) 542-1707. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Blankets - Replace all blankets (some of which are 20 years old) Need 50 full size at $13.95 each / Need 100 Twin size at $11.95 each Natural Family Planning Spring Series

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MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. PARADE. The Alexandria Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade was held MARCH FOR LIFE . The Central Louisiana March for Life was held Saturday, Feb. 2. Many from Jan. 21, downtown Alexandria. Mrs. Deborah Deorosan, Fr. Craig Scott, and Mrs. Patricia Thomas across our diocese participated, including Deacon Richard Mitchell, Deacon Bill Aldridge, Bishop were just a few representing the Diocese on the diocesan float provided by Holy Savior Menard David Talley, Deacon Paul Sunderhaus, and Deacon Darrell Dubroc. High School.

HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE. Father Martin Laird, pastor of Mater Dolorosa Church in Plaucheville, led a pilgrimage to the Holy Land early February. The group is pictured at the Jordan River where STS. FRANCIS AND ANNE CHURCH, KOLIN. Troop 626 held their Scout Sunday on Feb. 3. they renewed their baptism promises in the river. They had the opportunity to visit many locations Pictured are the Scouts, Scout leaders and Father Bino Palliparambil. including: Basilica of the where the Archangel Gabriel appeared before Mary, walked on the shores of the Sea of Galilee barely 100 yards from where Jesus appeared to the disciples and told them He would make them “fishers of men”, saw the actual spot where Jesus healed the See more woman with the hemorrhage, visited the Church of the Nativity and touched the spot where Jesus photos at was born and saw the spot where Mary stood watching as her son was crucified, touched the stone www. where Jesus’s body was prepared for burial and touched the spot where the Cross was on Calvary. diocesealex. Father Martin Laird had the opportunity to celebrate in the actual tomb. org Monday-Saturday: 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

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OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE HELD FIRST SPANISH ACTS RETREAT. Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission in Forest Hill hosted their first Spanish ACTS Retreat for men from Jan. 31-Feb. 3 at Maryhill Renewal Center. The twenty-two 2914 N. Bolton Ave. • Alexandria, LA retreatants were led by host/facilitating team consisting of 24 individuals from Midland, TX, Odessa, TX, El Paso, TX and Alexandria, LA. Pictured is Fr. Adam Travis (back row) with ACTS team members and retreatants. A Spanish ACTS Retreat for Women will be held March 28-31. 442-2325

God of Love Oh Holy Spirit with God so near, Came down from heaven to be with us here. He came to us to give us grace, To help us each day to see him face to face.

As we walk this earth looking for love, Just raise your head and look above.

You will receive graces necessary for life, To overcome trouble, temptation, and strife.

So, as we pass thru this life to reach the kingdom above, We know for sure we will meet our God of Love. PAGE 18 CHURCH TODAY FEBRUARY 18, 2019 Chat 2.0 - Marriage: It’s Worth Talking About

By Holly Carbo and Mandi Chapman what dollar amount would you you from living apart from now Guest Contributors need to consult your spouse until your wedding? Statistics before making a purchase? show that those who live together The months of planning At one of our marriage prep before marriage are more likely to leading to the perfect wedding workshops, one couple stated divorce. Give your relationship a can become so all-encompassing, they would have to consult their chance to grow through abstinence that it consumes a couples’ spouse for any purchase over $50. and purposeful interaction. conversations. “Is that on your Another couple stated they would list or mine?” “Do we really have need to consult their spouse 6. Family of Origin to invite Uncle Gerald?” “Why is for any purchase over $1000. Who raised you? That’s your your mom being so difficult?” These couples had different family of origin. The people who It’s easy to get distracted incomes and lifestyles, so they raised you affect your interactions from what the engagement period picked a number that worked for with your spouse. Notice, is really for: to continue to learn them. Neither amount is right or we didn’t say you will have a about your future spouse in a wrong…they are perfect because marriage exactly like your family more intimate way; to continue to “fighter” are you? Do you shut When you keep each other they are agreed upon. of origin. They will affect your grow your relationship with each down? Lash out? Run away? involved in the story of your day, marriage, not pre-determine it. other in love and understanding; Say things you regret later? Stay you stay connected. Don’t get 5. Intimacy / Cohabitation Sometimes the marriages to continue to build a foundation uber rational and cool? us wrong, there are some jobs When we discuss intimacy modeled before you were for a lasting marriage. Don’t We have worked with that bore us to tears. However, with couples in our workshops, amazing, and you hope that your be satisfied with chatting about couples react to conflict in every boredom is irrelevant. It is the act we ask them to write on a card, marriage is equally as strong surface conversations. Many of way imaginable. Ultimately, you of listening and being available “How many times per week do as those you have witnessed. the deeper conversations can be can learn to recognize your own that builds your relationship. you plan to have sex?” Then Often, though, couples are difficult and awkward, or they triggers and those of your fiancé. we ask them to show each other from backgrounds of divorce, can be eye-opening and fun. You can also learn how you 4. Finances their cards. Inevitably, there’s addiction, infidelity, apostacy, Approach serious conversations and your future spouse react to Finances are often cited a lot of laughter in response to apathy, etc. You many not want to with joy, knowing that you are conflict. This knowledge can help as the cause of most divorces. this question. But the question emulate any part of the marriages becoming closer to the person you disagree in a way that is less However, it isn’t the finances, is a valid one…and it speaks to you have experienced. with whom you will spend the hurtful and more constructive. but the lack of discussion about the expectations that are often Be smart about what your rest of your life. finances that is the culprit in most unspoken in marriage. marriage should look like. We have taught our program 3. Careers divorces. Get on the same page When it comes to Implement the best parts of the “Strong Foundations: A Marriage We spend more time at work with your finances. Share your cohabitation, many couples don’t marriages you have seen; seek Preparation Program for Catholic than with our spouses. Try to stay accounts whenever possible, realize that living together before a mentor couple; discuss your Couples” for several years. connected to each other’s work. or, at the very least, share your marriage is problem until their family’s not-so-hot interactions Through our own marriages and Be open about what happens at account passwords. It is too easy first meeting with a priest. We are in marriage and chat about how through our years of research, we your job. Do you love your job? to hide things when finances are called through our Christian faith you can avoid the same in your have learned that when couples Does your career cause conflict in not transparent in a marriage. to live chastely until marriage. marriage. Whatever you do, talk want to build a strong foundation your marriage? Does your career Do you have debt you are That means no sex. When couples about it. Be real with what you for marriage, they address the fit your long-term needs and bringing into the marriage? Do live together, they are blatantly were exposed to in your family of following topics before their wants for your marriage? Will you have savings? Do you have ignoring the standards to which origin’s marital interactions and wedding: one of you stay home if and when issues with over-spending? Do Christ is calling them. seek unity on how to implement children come along? Is there a you have an inheritance? What We offer this challenge in or exclude those interactions 1. Faith and Spirituality chance of relocation for your job? does your budget look like? At our workshops: What prevents from your own marriage. If you are seeking a sacramental marriage in the Church, share with each other why this this important to you. Take time to learn what you believe and how you live out your beliefs. By taking time to share your expectations for living your faith within your marriage, you can deepen your relationship. Most people have heard the adage, “A family who prays together, stays together.” (—Fr. Patrick Peyton). Consider praying together, if you aren’t already doing so. If you need a simple way to begin, try blessing your meals or saying an Our Father before a road trip. Simple starts can lead to an amazing spiritual connection.

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7. Children Children are the greatest blessing and greatest challenge of marriage. Parenting is difficult, even when both parents are on the same page. If you disagree greatly about parenting styles, it is even more challenging. All couples are called to procreate, if they are able. A marriage isn’t valid if one or both of you decide you don’t want to have kids. This is a chat that needs to happen when you meet with your priest. Your conversations about children can’t just be about your favorite baby names and the color you want your future nursery. Talk about the potential challenges inherent in child- bearing and child-rearing. How will you handle it if one of you is infertile? If you have an unplanned pregnancy in your marriage? If you have a child with special needs? How will you handle blending your families if you have children from a previous relationship? ANNIVERSARY COUPLES were honored at St. Rita Church, Sunday, Feb. 10 at the 11:00 a.m. Mass with a Papal Blessing from Pope Francis. Pictured are 8. Commitment Fr. Craig Scott and all of the couples honored. (Top left) 40 years: Jerry and Gwen Deville, Malcolm and Susan Hebert, Jr., Lynn and Donna Mathews, Gary and We have a friend who once Susan Wagers. (Top right) 50 years: Kenneth and Dolores Dunn, Sam and Judy Despino, Michael and Judith Madden, Harry and Mary Ann Vermaelen. (Bottom said of her marriage, “Somedays left) 60 years: Knight and Meta Doggett, Gene and Barbara Leckie, Richard and Joan Vanderlick. (Bottom right) 65 years: Joseph and Shirley Brouillette. we live on love, most days we live on commitment.” She is in a happy marriage, so what does and a working compromise on the Holly Carbo and Mandi she mean? Even in the happiest smaller issues. Chapman are both Nationally marriages, things pop up that Be vigilant: No one plans to Certified Counselors, Licensed require couples to dig deep and end up at the divorce attorney’s Marriage and Family Therapists, work together to get through their office. No couple says, “I hope and Licenses Professional troubled times. While “love” this will be a fun first marriage!” Counselors. Holly is married to may run deep, sometimes “like” Couples approach the altar with Michael and has four children, feels like a shallow puddle. “forever” in mind, yet 50% of Briggs, Emily, Ben, and LG. What will hold you to your marriages end in divorce. This Mand is married to Kevin and vows when everything in you statistic doesn’t have be you. has three children, Lily, Oliver, wants to throw up your hands Create your forever today. and Simon. BUDGET BLINDS 1cx4 REV2016_BBL-04-0 in resignation? What will push Be open, honest, and brave when you to seek help when things chatting about the controversial get difficult? Your commitment topics of marriage. Build to God, to your vows, to your your relationship on the strong spouse, to your family. foundation of Christ and common As you approach the altar, values. Be real…so that your Custom Window Coverings remember to tackle sensitive marriage is as amazing as your Shutters • Draperies • Blinds topics as often as task lists. wedding. Remember, you aren’t seeking Marriage. It’s worth chatting complete agreement on every about. little topic; what you are seeking is agreement on the biggest topics

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SOCIAL STUDIES FAIR. St. Frances Cabrini School had 12 students in 5th and 7th grade qualify for the Regional Social Studies Fair at NSU on Jan. 19. Nine students took 1st or 2nd place at regionals and qualified for the State ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA SCHOOL, BUNKIE. In partnership with the Social Studies Fair in Lake Charles on March 1. Food Bank of Central Louisiana’s Good Food Project, the 4th Graders at St. Anthony of Padua School in Bunkie are learning about the importance of nutrition through gardening and have grown broccoli and cauliflower in the (RIGHT) RELIGION SCHOLARS. school garden. The cafeteria prepared a dish with their produce for the rest of Students from St. Mary’s School in the school to enjoy! Natchitoches participated in the St. John Berchmans Religion Scholars Bowl competition in Shreveport recently. Students from St. Mary’s 3rd-7th grade classes participated. 7th grade finished in third place, 6th grade finished in second place and 3rd grade placed first.

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These students moved to the Regional level of competition, held at the Catholic Life Center in Baton Rouge on Wednesday, Feb. 13. Regional winners will be announced by the Louisiana State Department of Education on March 4. and gift boutique Flu Shots & Vaccinations Upcoming Many gifts including large selection of religious items: VIRTUS sessions • My Saint My Hero religious jewelry • Holy Medals • Feb. 26, 10:00 a.m. • Jesus Calling & other inspirational books St. Michael Church, Leesville • Rosaries • ACTS bracelets • Feb. 26, 6:00 p.m. • First Communion, Confirmation & Baptism gifts MBIC, Natchitoches Follow us on Facebook @ Cottonportcornerdrug.giftboutique • Feb. 28, 6:00 p.m. St. Joseph Church, Marksville (318) 876-3665 Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm To register, 206 Choupique Lane • Cottonport, LA 71327 go to www.virtus.org Kim & Stewart Wixson, Owners FEBRUARY 18, 2019 CHURCH TODAY PAGE 21 As closes, pope prompts volunteers to keep serving

By Rhina Guidos “Thank you all, because in Catholic News Service these days you have been attentive to even the smallest details, (CNS) -- however ordinary and apparently Just before leaving the physical and insignificant, like offering human warmth of Panama Jan. 27, someone a glass of water,” the Pope Francis stopped to thank the pope said to volunteers at the thousands of official volunteers, ceremony. young and old, gathered at the In giving to others, God capital city’s Rommel Fernandez blesses, the pope said, Stadium to tell them that they “You have had a more lively had just participated in an event and real experience of faith. You similar to one that took place early have experienced the strength born in Christianity. of prayer and a new and different In their case, they didn’t just kind of joy, the fruit of working multiply food, he said. side by side even with people you “You could have easily chosen WORLD YOUTH DAY. Pope Francis personally thanks three World Youth Day volunteers at Panama City's Rommel did not know,” he said. to do other things, but you wanted Fernandez Stadium Jan. 27, 2019. (CNS photo/Chaz Muth) There were many moments to be involved, to give your best to when volunteers did not understand making possible the miracle of the the pilgrims or vice versa but, by multiplication, not only of loaves, other people needed. your roots,” the pope told her. in numbers, it made up for in its and large, most did not let that but also hope,” he said, telling the “In sharing, you create a small “That’s what makes you a woman, treatment of young pilgrims. stop them from attempting to volunteers to go out into the world community and we return to the an adult.” But then consider what Priests, bishops, women religious communicate with one another. and make that attitude contagious. times of the first Christians ... we happened because of that sacrifice, and thousands of volunteers, Panamanians outwardly “We need to multiply that hope.” follow their example,” he said. he said. young and old, officially and celebrated pilgrims from various Volunteers at Panama’s World Panamanian volunteer Stella “The Lord had the gift of unofficially, seemed to devote visiting countries, spontaneously Youth Day showed it was possible Maris del Carmen told the story (World Youth Day) waiting for more quality time to participants shouting out the name of the nation to renounce one’s interests in favor of how she had planned to attend you in your homeland,” he said. than in the past, said pilgrims as they spotted them carrying their of others, the pope said. the previous World Youth Day, an “The Lord likes to play those such as Francisco Apenu Cofie of respective flags on the streets of On stage, before the pope event she’d longed to attend since tricks. That’s how God is.” Ghana. their city. spoke, Bartosz Placak of she was a child. She had saved What a person gives to others “It was more intimate,” said One of the gifts of Panama’s offered his testimony in Spanish enough money to go to Poland in “the Lord returns” many times Cofie, who attended World Youth World Youth Day, El Paso Bishop to those gathered at the stadium 2016 and then her grandparents over, he said. And the world needs Day in Poland and Brazil. Panama Mark J. Seitz told Catholic News and said that while volunteering died. She canceled her plans and more such examples of surrender had a special touch, he said. Service, is that at a time when for World Youth Day in Panama, used the money she had saved to and love to provide a “balm in the “I have received more than some in the world are embracing he had experienced a taste of tend to her family. lives of others,” he said. what I expected, and this is the nationalism, the international what living in the early Christian The pope said he was touched Panamanians certainly had mystery of the divine gifts. I am Catholic festival for youth, in communities must have been like: by her story. By renouncing the heeded that counsel long before happy,” he said. which 156 countries participated, sharing food, homes, anything trip for the family, “you honored the event. Though the pope spent time delivered the opposite message. World Youth Day 2019 in with the volunteers who attended People from different countries, who spoke different languages is provided at LSU of Alexandria, Panama may not have been the the ceremony at the stadium, there and had different customs and Louisiana College, and Northwestern State University. largest, in terms of attendance. were thousands of other unofficial practices, managed to unite around Contact any University for more information. Event officials say some 113,000 helpers, such as those who offered registered as pilgrims to attend water to pilgrims passing through faith and serving others. “World Youth Day says, LSU of Alexandria: Catholic Student Organization various events -- though it was their neighborhoods, who sprayed ‘We’re one family of humanity,’” Phone: 318-473-6494 / [email protected] obvious that many more who did them with water hoses to cool not register filled up the venues. them off, and offered use of their Bishop Seitz said. “Separating ourselves from others does not Northwestern State University Catholic Student Organization What the event in Panama facilities or couches to rest, but make us secure.” Phone: 409-749-9971 / [email protected] may -- or may not -- have lacked who did not attend the event.

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Mass with Anointing of the Sick - Feb. 20 Women’s Day of Renewal - March 16 A Mass with the celebration of the Anointing of the DIOCESAN Join CCRC and Magnificat, a Ministry to Catholic Sick will be offered for all those in need on Wednesday, Women for a Day of Renewal - “I Am a Warrior.” The Feb. 20 at 12:15 p.m. at St. Frances Cabrini Church in BRIEFS main speaker will be Andi Oney, an international Catholic Alexandria. All are welcome! evangelist from the New Orleans area. She is the author or Extravagant Praise: Our History, Heritage, and Hope. The Day of Renewal will be held in Natchitoches at St. Find Your Greatness - February 22 OLPS Youth Annual Golf Tournament Great habits create great lives. Are your habits Anthony’s Church Hall on March 16, from 9:00 a.m. - helping you become the-best-version-of-yourself? At the - March 8 4:00 p.m. There is a $30 registration fee, which includes Find Your Greatness Dynamic Catholic Event, learn the Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church Youth Group contintenal breakfast and lunch. Mail check payable to habits for a great life! This Dynamic Catholic event will is having their annual Golf Tournament at OakWing CCRC to Diane Ardoin at 1415 Creed Street, Pineville, LA be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Shreveport, LA, on Friday, Mar. 8. Proceeds help fund summer camps. 71360. Pre-registration is required. For more information, 6:30 p.m - 10:00 p.m., with speaker Dominick Albano. Tournament format is four person scramble. Lunch and contact Mary Wilson at [email protected]. Purchase tickets for $25 each at www.dynamiccatholic. beverages included, great prizes, team entry fee is $350 or com. $100 a person. They can register at the rectory or the youth Natural Family Planning Classes - March 16 center of OLPS Church. For more information: youth@ You are invited to attend a Natural Family Planning olpschurch.org or call (318) 445-9748, ext. 228. class series teaching the 99% effective Sympto-Thermal Worship Night for Women - February 25 Method on the Saturdays of March 16, April 13, and A worship night for women will be held Monday, Feb. May 11 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Attendance of all 25 at 6:00 p.m. through 9:00 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Church in PreCana Day of Reflection for Engaged 3 classes completes the course. The one-time fee of $135 Marksville. The night will include worship music led by Couples - March 9 includes the Student Guide Book, fertility tracking charts, Angela McCann and a talk by Mary Wilson. Fellowship PreCana Day of Reflection for Engaged Couples basal body thermometer, and subscriptions to Family and refreshments will follow in the Church hall. The night will be held at St. Frances Cabrini Church on Saturday, Foundations magazine and CycleProGo mobile app. is free and open to all women, ages 15 and up. For more Mar. 9 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Cost for the day is $25 Natural family planning is 100% safe, natural, and morally information, contact Tammy Bernard at 318-305-1730 or per person; $50 per couple. Breakfast and lunch will be acceptable to delay or achieve pregnancy. For more Christy Reed at 318-305-8886. provided. To register, call Michelle at 318-445-4588. information or to register for classes, visit www.ccli.org or contact Michael and Leah Pelto at michaelandleah@ Theology on Tap for Young Adults Saint Meinrad Alumni Assoc. Day of suddenlink.net. - February 27 Service - March 9 Catechetical Quiz Bowl - March 30 There will be a Theology on Tap for young adults at The Saint Meinrad Alumni Association is hosting its The Annual Catechetical Quiz Bowl for 6th, 7th, Finnegans’ Wake in downtown Alexandria on Wednesday, sixth annual Saint Meinrad Day of Service on Saturday, and 8th grades is scheduled for Mar. 30, 10:00 a.m. - Feb. 27 at 6:00 p.m. Come enjoy the lively discussion and March 9, in the Diocese of Alexandria at Maryhill Renewal 12:00 p.m. at Maryhill Renewal Center. Cost is $10 per company! For more information contact Ashley at Cabrini Center. Volunteers are asked to register by March 1 to 4-person team. First prize: $500/trophy; second prize: at 318-445-4588. ensure an accurate count. For more details or to register, $200/trophy. Pizza lunch is included. Questions will be visit http:alumni.saintmeinrad.edu/dayofservice or call the generated from Genesis and Matthew. To register or for a Scout Sunday - March 3 Alumni Office at 800-682-0988 or you can contact Deacon copy of the questions and answers, email emccullough@ Mike Young at [email protected]. The annual Scout Sunday Mass will be celebrated at cabrinischool.com or call 318-448-3333. St. Francis Xavier Cathedral on Sunday, Mar. 3 at 11:00 a.m. Please join us as we recognize the achievements of Addictions Workshop - March 11 Radio Maria Pilgrimage - May 30 - June 7 our young people participating in Scouting activities in our Please join us for a presentation on Addictions, Radio Maria US announces a Marian 2019 pilgrimage diocese. For more information, contact Fr. Steve Brandow Mar. 11 at 6:00 p.m. at the St. Rita Holy Family Center. to Medjugorje on May 30 to June 7 with daily Mass, at [email protected]. Professionals from the Shalom Center, Splendora, TX will Rosary, and much more for $2600. Join the Radio make the presentation. Open to the public. Free of charge. Vocation Discernment Retreat for Hispanic Maria Family pilgrimage with Priest Director Fr. Emlio Garreaud by contacting Kathie at 318-640-4570, or Carla Women - March 7 - 10 Manna House Golf Tournament - March 12 at 1-888-408-0201 for more information. Pilgrims have Hispanic women ages 21 - 40 who are discerning a call to The annual Hixson-Ford Pro-Am Golf Tournament been flocking to Medjugorje since 1981. Our last three religious life are invited to a national vocation discernment will be at OakWing Golf Course, Tuesday, Mar. 12. The supported Medjugorje through comments and retreat. It will be offered in English and Spanish. Where: cost is $1,000 per team, which includes a three-man team actions. Pope Francis named Archbishop Henrky Hoser, Hilton Airport Hotel, San Antonio, TX, March 7-10. Cost with a pro, plus a hole sign, lunch provided by Tony Vatican Apostolic Visitor to Medjugorje on the feast of is $30 (non-refundable) and includes lodging and meals. Chachere’s, the Pro Am Party, and the Awards Party. the Epiphany. He told of a project to extend the space for For more information contact Sr. Marichui Bringas, CCVI Benefiting Manna House. Please call Jessica Viator at liturgical celebrations to assist the increasing number of at [email protected] or visit our 318-445-9053 or Theresa Slater at 318-664-3603 for more pilgrims. Receive the life-changing fruits of the Queen website at www.nationalcatholicsistersproject.org. information or to register. of Peace.

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Church Today Upcoming Retreats ] Mardel Products Co. ^ News Deadlines The following ACTS retreats Custom Millwork will be offered: Next issue: Mar. 18 Residential/Commercial Woodworking • Feb. 21-24 • Feb. 28-Mar. 3 Deadline for news: Sacred Heart ACTS for Men Cenla ACTS for Men www.mardelproducts.com Contact Cheryl Paul Contact Les Glankler Friday, Mar. 8 at 318-308-5026 at 318-664-5269 (318) 253-7730 or jesusinpineville.com. or www.cenlaacts.org. FEBRUARY 18, 2019 CHURCH TODAY PAGE 23 February - March

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Anointing the Sick Mass 12:15 p.m. St. Frances Cabrini Church, Alexandria

PRAY FOR FR. L. SKLAR PRAY FOR FR. I. ST. ROMAIN PRAY FOR BISHOP D. TALLEY PRAY FOR MSGR. S. TESTA PRAY FOR FR. J. THOMAS PRAY FOR FR. A. THOMPSON PRAY FOR MSGR. J. TIMMERMAMS

25 26 27 28 MARCH 1 2 3 Worship Night for Women VIRTUS Training: Theology on Tap VIRTUS Training Scout Sunday 6:00-9:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. St. Michael the 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. Finnegan’s Wake, St. Joseph Church, Archangel, Leesville St. Joseph Church, St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, 6:00 p.m. Minor Basilica of Alexandria Marksville Alexandria Marksville the Immaculate Conception, Natchitoches

FIRST FRIDAY FIRST SATURDAY PRAY FOR FR. A. TRAVIS PRAY FOR FR. A. VARGHESE PRAY FOR FR. V. VEAD PRAY FOR FR. N. VIVIANO PRAY FOR BISHOP D. TALLEY PRAY FOR FR. G. VOLTZ PRAY FOR FR. J. WILTSE 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 OLPS Golf Tournament PreCana Day of Special Collection OakWing Golf Course, Reflection for the Church Today 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Alexandria St. Frances Cabrini Church, Alexandria Lenten Mission: Our Lady of Lourdes, St. Meinrad Alumni Fifth Ward Day of Service 10:00 a.m. Maryhill Renewal Center ASH WEDNESDAY FIRST SUNDAY LENT PRAY FOR FR. J. XAVIER PRAY FOR FR. K. ZACHARIAH PRAY FOR FR. A. AELAVANTHARA PRAY FOR FR. W. AJAERO PRAY FOR FR. J. ANTONY PRAY FOR FR. S. BRANDOW PRAY FOR FR. D. BRAQUET 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Addictions Workshop Manna House Golf Women’s Day of Renewal Lenten Mission: 6:00 p.m. Tournament 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Sts. Francis & Anne, Kolin St. Rita Holy Family OakWing Golf Course St. Anthony of Padua Church Hall, Natchitoches Center, Alexandria NFP Class Series begins Bridal Fair at Kent House Lenten Mission: Our Lady of Lourdes, Fifth Ward Lenten Mission: St. Martin of Tours, Belledeau SECOND SUNDAY LENT PRAY FOR FR. J. BROCATO PRAY FOR FR. S. CHEMINO PRAY FOR FR. D. COOK PRAY FOR FR. D. CORKERY PRAY FOR FR. J. CUNNINGHAM PRAY FOR FR. W. DECOSTE PRAY FOR FR. D. DEJESUS 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Lenten Mission: Lenten Mission: St. Richard Chapel, Christ the King, Hickory Hill Simmesport

Lenten Mission: Sts. Francis & Anne, Kolin SOLEMNITY of Lenten Mission: Holy Ghost, Marksville ST. JOSEPH THIRD SUNDAY LENT PRAY FOR FR. B. DESHAUTELLE PRAY FOR FR. J. DESIMONE PRAY FOR FR. A. DHARMARAJ PRAY FOR FR. D. DUCOTE PRAY FOR FR. P. FAULK PRAY FOR FR. J. FERGUSON PRAY FOR FR. T. FEY CHURCH TODAY