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Dearly Beloved in Christ, March 13, 2013 marked a historic milestone for the , and became an especially ecstatic moment for all who witnessed its unfolding. The papal election of the first Jesuit, the first serving in the Western Hemisphere, the first from America, and the first choosing the name “Francis,” (after Francis of Assisi) – these were ecclesial benchmarks reminiscent of “ The head of a household who brings from his storeroom both the new and the old” (Mt. 13:52). In his first public appearance from the balcony of St. Peter’s square, won the hearts, captured the imagination and gained the goodwill of the 1.2 billion Catholics worldwide and countless others. He did this by demeanor, symbol, gesture and word. His presence was authentically spiritual and prayerful; his formal clerical dress simplified; his countenance serene; his humility and Pope Francis, left, receives his ring from Cardinal , dean of the College of Cardi- compassion uplifting; his approach inspiring (manifested by nals, during his inaugural Mass in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican March 19. Photo Paul Haring | CNS his request for the people to pray to God for him, before he imparted his to those assembled – physi- cally and electronically); his message clear and reassuring; Pope begins ministry with biblical his lifestyle unassuming. He piqued interest and curios- ity not only about who he is, but about what the Catholic Church of 2000 years is, and about her founder, Jesus. symbols, signs of universal ministry Already he has brought a new face to the renewal that the Church must always seek, and sincere attention to the poor, By Cindy Wooden As the Mass began, tens of thousands of pil- alienated and marginalized. Catholic News Service grims, faithful and tourists continued to arrive, The adage: “You never get a second chance to make a filling St. Peter’s Square and crowding around first impression” favorably comes to mind. Clearly Pope — Although attempts were the large video screens placed along the boule- Francis is a man of God, a man of the Church and a man of made to simplify the ceremony, Pope Francis vard leading to the square. By the time of Com- the people. As on earth, he represents Jesus officially inaugurated his ministry as pope and munion, the Vatican said there were between Christ, “the same yesterday, today and forever” (Heb. 13:8). bishop of in a liturgy filled with biblical 150,000 and 200,000 people present. As such he is also the living embodiment of the message symbolism and signs of the universality of his In his homily, Pope Francis asked prayers of Jesus himself, who said: “Whatever you do for my least mission. that he would be able to protect the church like brothers, you do for me” (Mt 25: 40). But before the solemn rites began March St. Joseph protected Mary and Jesus, “discreet- I take this opportunity to particularly congratulate 19, Pope Francis – known for choosing public ly, humbly and silently, but with an unfailing and thank the Jesuit Fathers who serve in our diocese at transport over chauffeur-driven limousines – presence and utter fidelity, even when he finds Church, Scotlandville; Southern took his first spin in the , blessing it hard to understand.” University, Baton Rouge; and Manresa Retreat House, the tens of thousands of people who arrived in He said in the Gospels, St. Joseph “can look Convent; the 1500-2000 members of the Catholic Hispanic St. Peter’s Square as early as 4 a.m. to pray with at things realistically, he is in touch with his Community of our area; the innumerable served by our him. He waved and, at one point, gave a thumbs surroundings, he can make truly wise deci- St. Vincent de Paul Society (diocesan and parochial) and up to the faithful. He also kissed three babies sions.” ; and those who comprise our Catholic held up to him by the chief of Vatican security, But more than anything, he said, the schools and education ministry. Domenico Gianni, and other officers. church’s patron teaches Christians that As we approach Holy Week, the Sacred Triduum and But he climbed out of the open jeep used as the core concern of their lives must be Christ. Easter, may we not live as those “of little faith” (Mt. 14:31), a popemobile to kiss a severely disabled man. “Let us protect Christ in our lives, so that we or those “who have no hope” (I Thess. 4:12) or those “who Before entering St. Peter’s Square, he ad- can protect others, so that we can protect cre- have not love” (I Cor. 13:1-3). Rather may we live as people dressed by satellite thousands of his fellow Ar- ation,” Pope Francis said. whose faith is defining and vibrant, whose hope is dynamic gentines gathered in Plaza de Mayo in Buenos He called for special efforts to protect “God’s and reassuring, whose love is animated and infectious. Aires, where he had been before plan inscribed in nature” and to protect one Happy Easter, everyone! Regards, grace, peace, blessings his election as pope. He thanked the people for another, especially children, the aged, the poor and prayers. their prayers and told them: “I have a favor to and the sick. ask. I want to ask that we all walk together, car- Although according to church law he of- Affectionately yours in the Risen Christ, ing for one another ... caring for life. Care for ficially became pope the minute he accepted the family, care for nature, care for children, his election in the March 13, care for the aged. Let there be no hatred, no Pope Francis received important symbols Robert W. Muench, Bishop of Baton Rouge fighting, put aside envy and don’t gossip about of his office just before the inauguration anyone.” See Pope page 13 2 The Catholic Commentator March 22, 2013

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Catholics from throughout the Diocese of Baton Rouge participated in the produc- Exultet invites church to rejoice tion of this prayer. Page 10 On Holy Saturday night, One part of the Exultet A few words in a teenager’s life as the faithful gather to that had been omitted in can make a tremendous differ- celebrate the holiest of all previous years, but was ence. The effect might be for the good, nights, a beautiful hymn restored in the revised Ro- or for called the Exultet, or the man Missal, brings back The United States invaded the bad. Easter proclamation, is the role of the bees in mak- 10 years ago. Many church leaders Walter sung to the Easter candle, ing the paschal candle. warned that this was unwarranted under Ryan which symbolizes the light “O holy Father, accept the just war criteria. Today this nation Adams Christ brought into the this candle, a solemn of- has responsibilities to make reparations. writes world by his resurrection. fering, the work of bees Page 4 about Sung at the Easter vigil and of your servants’ the by a , priest or can- hands…” The Vatican Council II pastoral positive tor, the Exultet invites And later the Exultet constitution, The Church in the effect a fellow student had on his life. heaven and earth to join again refers to the light of Modern World, is as relevant today as it Page 15 with the church in joyful the candle, “fed by melt- was almost 50 years celebration. It comes as ing wax, drawn out by ago when it was ap- | index part of the Lucernarium, mother bees to build a proved by the council or service of light, at the torch so precious.” Classified Ads 20 fathers who called for beginning of the vigil ser- One of the more widely a public statement of Coming Events 20 vice. quoted lines of the Exultet the church’s posi- Entertainment 17 The Exultet begins with a series of speaks of the motive for Christ’s passion tion on social justice, Family Life 5 exclamations inviting all corners of the and death, which is redemption, not only evangelization and INTERNATIONAL/NATIONAL NEWS 4 earth, the church and heaven to rejoice the sin of Adam, but that of all human- world peace. Page 9 LETTER TO THE EDITOR 19 in the glory of Christ. kind. The Exultet then journeys through a his- “O truly necessary sin of Adam, de- Spirituality 7 The Divine Mercy Chaplet has tory of from Adam, through the stroyed completely by the Death of become a television show that will Viewpoint 18 Passover of the Israelites from Egyptian Christ, O happy fault that earned so be broadcast on Catholiclife Television. Youth 22 slavery to Jesus’s own passion and death. great, so glorious a Redeemer.”

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March 23 Rev. David E. Allen March 30 Rev. Msgr. Robert H. Berggreen Dcn. Joseph M. Scimeca Dcn. Alfred P. Zeringue Sr. Beth Lieux CSJ Br. Will McCue SC March 24 Rev. Joey F. Angeles March 31 Rev. Donald V. Blanchard Dcn. Rudolph W. Stahl Dcn. Henry J. Zeringue Br. Noel Lemmon SC Sr. Evelyn Mee CSJ March 25 Rev. J. Cary Bani April 1 Rev. John Boll OP Dcn. J. Thomas Traylor Dcn. Alfred Adams Sr. Sr. Vernola Lyons OSF Br. Malcolm Melcher SC March 26 Rev. Frank B. Bass April 2 Rev. Matthew S. Bonk CSsR Dcn. John W. Veron Dcn. Michael A. Agnello Sr. Joan Manuel CSJ Sr. Anne Meridier CSJ March 27 Rev. M. Jeffery Bayhi April 3 Rev. Jules A. Brunet Dcn. Joseph Vu Dcn. Donald L. Ard Sr. Ancilla Marie MC Sr. Dolores Munez HMSS March 28 Rev. Mark B. Beard April 4 Rev. Gerald H. Burns Dcn. J. Peter Walsh Dcn. Frank E. Bains Sr. M. Vida Marya MC Sr. M. Nathalie MC March 29 Rev. Gary Belsome April 5 Rev. John J. Callahan SJ Dcn. James E. Wax Dcn. J. Phillip BeJeaux Sr. Ancilla Mathew CMC Sr. Elizabeth Navya CMC

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To advertise in The Catholic Commentator Ryan brings pop culture and faith together call 225-387-0983 By Laura Deavers Editor

There is concern among many people about the presence of God in the world today. Some parents do not want any mention of God 855 Hearthstone Drive in the classroom while others Summerat Baton Rouge, LA 70806 know there is no way for God to (225) 383-0397 Fax: (225) 383-0381 not be present, since God is ev- CHS erywhere. [email protected] Dr. Thomas Ryan, director of www.catholichigh.org the Loyola Institute for Minis- try at Loyola University in New May 20 - July 26, 2013 Orleans, spoke about ways of in- corporating God into the popu- lar culture of today when he ad- dressed graduates of the Loyola Institute for Ministry extension program at the Catholic Life Dr. Thomas Ryan, director of the Loyola Institute for Ministry at Loyola Center March 7. The topic of his University, speaks to graduates of the program about the significance talk was “Faith and Popular Cul- of popular culture and faith. Photo by Laura Deavers | The Catholic Commentator ture: A Spirituality for Today.” Culture affects the way peo- Today’s technology has clip of the YouTube “Gangnam ple perceive events. To explain caused people to move from oral ” that is the most viewed this Ryan used examples of the conversation to emails and text YouTube video of all time with length of a homily, language, messages. This shift is changing billions of hits. “This is popu- shifting from oral to written us because it is affecting who we lar culture,” stated Ryan. “What Academics — communication, liturgical dance are, said Ryan, because the sense difference would it make for us Arts and music. of sight is being used, and not all to imitate God and thoroughly — If a homily lasts more than of the senses. learn the language of popular Athletics 20 minutes, the body language Liturgical dance is accepted culture before we pass judgment — of the people in the pew would in some churches in this coun- on it?” Ryan questioned. Adult Leisure convey, “I am out of here,” Ryan try but not in all. Ryan said, “In Realizing God created all said. “But a Spanish Catholic Nigeria, liturgy is dance.” He fol- things, Catholics can be hopeful would be insulted if the priest’s lowed with the questions, “How because they see that what God homily only lasted 10 minutes.” can we use culture to draw created, all of creation, points BUILD A BASKET Jesus spoke of God in words people in to reach them? Do we them to God. that were appropriate to his con- choose to focus on the center of The United States is the great LAST CHANCE TO HELP! text; he told stories, used images concern or the center of influ- purveyor of pop culture in the When families are struggling to exist on low incomes, just of agriculture and realities pres- ence?” The direction taken fo- world. Catholics need to realize paying the rent and putting food on the table ent in the Near East at that time cuses on what people can achieve they are part of this pop culture to communicate about God’s un- to change the world. world and find ways to integrate is difficult. Needy children learn at an early conditional love for all creation, Music is directly related to pop culture with their faith, said age that there’s nothing in the budget for Ryan stated. popular culture. Ryan played a Ryan. extras. Things like Easter baskets are luxuries After Ryan’s talk, a special their families simply cannot afford. presentation was made to Betty Bourgeois, former director of the Last year, our Build a Basket campaign was a tremendous Office of Religious Education in success and reached so many children in need. The kids in the Diocese of Baton Rouge and these pictures were uplifted by this faithful act of sharing. who was instrumental in bring- Join St. Vincent de Paul and Catholic ing the Loyola Institute for Min- Community Radio WPYR 1380 AM in istry Extension program to this providing Easter baskets for hundreds of diocese. needy children. You can actually build a Rhonda Parenton, the direc- tor of the Office of Evangeliza- basket yourself (see instructions below) or tion and Catechesis, which co- make a contribution to Build a Basket online ordinates the LIMEX program, at www.svdpbr.org – we will build it for you, and give it to presented Bourgeois with a large a needy or homeless child. For more information call us at candle in a metal bowl. (225) 383-7837, ext. O. “Betty, you will always be that flame in all of us,” said Build a Basket Instructions for A Happy Easter Parenton of Bourgeois’ leader- 1. Lots of love and prayers. ship and personal encourage- 2. A new or gently used basket. ment to so many people over 3. Easter Candy of all sorts. (No peanut products.) Rhonda Parenton, the director of the diocesan Office of Evangeliza- decades of ministry. 4. Easter related toys, small toys, stuffed animals, tion and Catechesis, presents a candle to Betty Bourgeois, former di- The candle has three wicks, crayons, color books, etc. ocesan director of the Office of Religious Education, in recognition of which Parenton said is a remind- 5. Wrap the Basket with Easter cellophane. 6. Drop your gift off at our St. Vincent de Paul Main the key role Bourgeois has played over decades in the establishment er of God’s words, where two or and continuance of the Loyola Institute for Ministry Extension pro- Charitable Campus, located at 220 St. Vincent de more are gathered in my name, Paul Place, Baton Rouge, LA 70802. gram in this diocese. Photo by Mila Gernon | Office of Evangelization and Catechesis there am I. 4 The Catholic Commentator NATIONAL | INTERNATIONAL March 22, 2013 U.S. responsibilities to Iraq many on 10th anniversary of 2003 invasion

By Dennis Sadowski new impressed Bishop V. Murry of Youngstown, Ohio, in Catholic News Service Pates. a trip to establish bonds between “It’s a definitive expression the Iraqi and American churches. WASHINGTON — Attend- that minority religions are going Bishop Kicanas told CNS that ing the installation of Patriarch to be accepted and protected and Iraqi refugees are in need of sup- Louis Sako as the new leader of encouraged,” said Bishop Pates, port as they settle in the United the who represented the U.S. Confer- States. in Baghdad, Bishop Richard E. ence of Catholic Bishops as chair- “Sometimes having left a place Pates of Des Moines, Iowa, looked man of the Committee on Inter- of trauma, they come to a place around at the large crowd gath- national Justice and Peace. like the United States seeking ered in St. Joseph Cathedral and “The government wanted to a new life and find themselves what he saw gave him a sense of make that loud and clear,” he faced with many difficulties,” he hope. said. said. “There’s language. There Seated in the congregation It was a small step in Iraq’s ag- may be no work even though they amid tight security during the onizingly slow recovery a decade Residents gather at the site of a car bomb attack in late February in may be professionals. They’re March 6 ceremony were Iraqi after what the bishop described Baghdad. A decade after the 2003 invasion of Iraq by U.S.-led forces, displaced from their own culture. Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki as an unnecessary “invasion and Catholic observers say America has broad responsibilities to the Iraqi It’s hard for the children to feel and parliament speaker Osama occupation” of Iraq by a U.S.-led people for reparations in the aftermath of war and long occupation. comfortable in school.” al-Nujaifi. That political leaders military coalition. CNS photo by Mohammed Ameen | Reuters Maryann Cusimano Love, as- would attend was not unexpect- Bishop Pates told Catho- sociate professor of international ed. lic News Service March 11 that Meeting church leaders from dwindled to fewer than 500,000 relations at The Catholic Univer- But Maliki, a Shiite Muslim, minority Christian leaders ex- Iraq, Iran, Jordan and Syria, from 1.5 million at the start of the sity of America, said the United and Nujaifi, a Sunni Muslim, pressed the same hope during his Bishop Pates said the challenges war as people have come to fear States response in rebuilding are political rivals from different two-day whirlwind visit to Bagh- that remain in the aftermath of attacks on their homes and in Iraq has been limited by corrup- branches of Islam. That they were dad. Joining him on the trip was the war were foremost in their their churches. tion among the contractors hired able to put aside their differences Syrian Bishop Yousif Habash of minds at the marking of the 10th “They continue to leave,” Bishop to deliver a variety of services. in a show of unity to support the Our Lady of Deliverance of New- anniversary of the March 20, Pates said, “because they wonder Citing a report by the Special In- minority Chaldean church and its ark, N.J. 2003, invasion of Iraq. ‘What future is there for our chil- spector General for Iraq Recon- The religious leaders placed dren?’ ” struction, Love said the contract- the problems confronting Iraq While the transition to Iraqi ing process had little oversight, Diocese of Baton Rouge squarely on the shoulders of the leadership occurred once the opening the door for fraud and Catholic Schools Office United States, Bishop Pates said. United States withdrew the last abuse. www.csobr.org Those leaders, he said, want of its forces in December 2011, That leaves other steps, Love the United States in some way Iraq remains a country largely in explained, including prayer and Assistant Superintendent of Schools to make reparation for the de- disarray. support of organizations such as stroyed infrastructure, collapsed and Cari- As a part of the Diocese of Baton Rouge, the Catholic Schools Office serves 31 schools with a student population of approximately economy, sectarian violence and ...the United tas Iraq. 15,000 in Grades PK 3 - 12 in eight civil parishes. As a district accred- lack of safety for religious minori- The United States has an ob- ited through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the of- ties. States response in ligation to care for U.S. soldiers fice supports school improvement by fostering positive communication, “The United States invaded who have returned home with promoting strong curriculum and instruction, utilizing resources effec- and occupied, so they’re respon- rebuilding Iraq has traumatic injuries and psycho- tively, and celebrating outstanding accomplishment. sible for the situation,” Bishop logical wounds as well as their The Assistant Superintendent serves as executive officer of various Pates agreed. been limited by families, Love said. organizations and committees in representation of the Catholic Schools When the case for war was be- “In our internal domestic bud- Office, manages the communications efforts for programs, publicity ing made in late 2002 and early get battles, we must not cut what and press releases, serves as operations manager for events, man- corruption among ages compliance with government regulations and policies for schools 2003, the USCCB and Blessed we owe to these people who have throughout the diocese, coordinates the process to hire and evaluate John Paul II warned that an inva- the contractors made these ultimate sacrifices,” administrators, and generally supports the work of the schools through sion was unwarranted under the she said. collaboration with members of the Catholic Schools Office, school and long-standing just war criteria. hired to deliver a The country, Catholics in- parish personnel, and various other stakeholder groups. The church compared the differ- cluded, must be vigilant when Applicants must meet the following criteria: ence between preventive and pre- variety of services. officials make the case for war • Practicing Catholic Required emptive war, questioning wheth- and seriously question the claims •Experience in Administration Required er the latter was a threshold that Several Catholic observers being made to avoid “making the •Meets Louisiana Department of Education Requirements for should be crossed. said that the U.S. reputation is same mistake again,” said David Nonpublic School Principal •Demonstrated Ability as an Effective Leader Once the war began, the bish- tarnished in Iraq, leaving po- Cortright, director of policy stud- •Availability on or before July 1, 2013 ops called repeatedly for an end litical leaders few options to di- ies at the Kroc Institute for In- to hostilities as soon as possible rectly respond to the country’s ternational Peace Studies at the Submit letter of interest, résumé with references and copies of transcript(s) to: and for a “responsible transition” needs. Americans individually, University of Notre Dame. Assistant Superintendent Search to Iraqi rule. Their call today has they said, can show their support “Every time I hear them talk- Catholic Schools Office expanded to the protection of re- for Iraq and her people through ing about Iran, I get this terrible P.O. Box 2028 ligious minorities, particularly prayer, showing solidarity with sense of deja vu. We’re threat- Baton Rouge, LA 70821-2028 Christians, and care for the mil- Chaldeans and other Christians, ening possible military action lions of Iraqi refugees displaced outreach to refugees who have against a country for its nuclear Deadline for Application: March 30, 2013 by the hostilities. made their way to the United weapons capability that doesn’t About 2 million people fled States and a pledge to pressure exist yet,” Cortright said. Iraq during the war and another political leaders more fully when The faith community, includ-

The schools of the Diocese of 2 million remain displaced with- a case for war is made against an- ing Catholics, should lead the Baton Rouge, Louisiana are Equal in Iraq, according to the U.N. other country in the future. questioning, he said, as it did in Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate on the basis of race, High Commissioner for Refu- Bishop Gerald F. Kicanas of the run up to the Iraq war. color, national or ethnic origin. gees. Further, the Christian pop- Tucson, Ariz., visited Baghdad in “It’s all there in the tradition of ulation, primarily Chaldeans, has October 2011 with Bishop George ,” he said. March 22, 2013 FAMILY LIFE The Catholic Commentator 5 Married couples say that first year of marriage not blissful

By Debbie Shelley “The challenges are there, but with a “The couples have a lived experience Assistant Editor strong relationship the couple can endure of marriage, the good and the bad parts,” and grow through them. I believe the abil- said Eddie McClure. People may think that the first year of ity to commit faithfully, fully and freely to The McClures said topics addressed a marriage is a blissful “honeymoon” pe- one another comes through the graces of during the weekend include: self aware- riod. But a 2012 study by Deakin Univer- the sacrament of marriage. For their part, ness, unity, marriage readiness, careers, sity’s Australian Centre on Quality of Life it begins with their consent and the com- children, sexuality, communication, in Australia found that married couples mitment to grow deeper in love with one prayer, forgiveness, family of origin, deci- are unhappiest during their first year of another, thus ensuring a greater degree of sions and the sacrament of marriage. marriage. marital satisfaction as time progresses in The emphasis of an Engaged Encoun- The center measured the happiness of their marriage. That is why the church is ter weekend is the covenant aspect of mar- 2000 people and found that newlyweds important to them,” said Deacon Chiap- riage, that Christ should be the center of a rated their satisfaction lower than longer petta. marriage and the dignity of every person, married couples. The Marriage and Family Life Depart- said the McClures. Deacon Michael Chiappetta, director of ment’s website, mfldiobr.org, lists re- The next Engaged Counter Weekend is the Marriage and Family Life Office of the sources and programs that help married scheduled for Friday, April 12 – Sunday, Diocese of Baton Rouge, said, “The culture couples strengthen or rebuild their rela- April 14 at the Catholic Life Center, 1800 often says that the marriage relationship tionship, such as Marriage Encounter or S. Acadian Thwy., Baton Rouge. Financial is primarily based on the romantic aspects Retrouvaille. assistance is available to cover registra- of the couple’s relationship. This cultural Engaged couples can be better pre- tion costs. For information and to register attitude suggests that on your wedding pared for the challenges of marriage call 225-337-2214 or visit ceebr.org. day you are at ‘your peak’ and as the new- through Engaged Encounter, according Deacon Chiappetta and the McClures ness of the relationship diminishes, as ‘age to the program’s coordinators Eddie and conveyed that couples can be hopeful dur- overcomes beauty,’ then the fire of love be- CNS file photo Linda McClure. ing their first year of marriage and their tween the couple will begin to wane. So, According to the McClures, who will relationship can become stronger through if this is as good as it gets, the couple may con Chiappetta said. “Why? It is because celebrate their 49th wedding anniversary the challenges they face. say, ‘let us invest all of our time, money the Catholic view of sacramental marriage on June 8, couples spend two-thirds of Among the USCCB teachings on mar- and effort into the wedding day.’ ” invites the couple into a life of wholeness their Engaged Encounter weekend an- riage Deacon Chiappetta referred to is the Deacon Chiappetta agreed with the that fully engages their intellects, emo- swering questions and reflecting on issues pastoral letter titled “Marriage: Love and study’s lead author, Dr. Melissa Weinberg, tions, bodies and spirits through a deep- presented by priests and mentor couples. Life in the Divine Plan,” which states: “A who thought that couples put a lot of ef- ening relationship with Christ through his Linda McClure said couples are urged to marriage that is truly in Christ is a sign of fort into and anticipate their wedding day, church.” turn off their technology and focus on the kingdom that is coming. At the same then become anxious, frustrated or sad The deacon stated the United States each other. time, at the celebration of the heavenly when the celebrations are over and the Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), Those attending an Engaged Encoun- banquet, the love to which the spouses hard work of marriage begins. through its National Pastoral Initiative on ter weekend learn a lot about themselves have been called will find its completion “The Catholic teaching on marriage Marriage study, discovered the critical na- and take a clear-eyed look at marriage, ac- when the entire church is assumed into says it does not have to be that way,” Dea- ture of the first years of marriage. cording to the McClures. the glory of the risen Christ.” Letting go of Hollywood stereotypes depicting teens

f you made my teenage years ed, intricate, amazing people into discount what we want out of life who are trying to find a place to into a television show like such tiny little boxes and expect to “fit in.” They make us see our- belong. They might be wearing I“Glee” or “Pretty Little Liars,” them to fit comfortably. selves as cardboard characters cheerleader uniforms or pocket you’d probably think Niskayuna Trying to put a finger on the and not as real human beings, protectors but all have the same High School was a weird place. “typical high school experi- with a full range of feelings and goal: to be happy and successful. Sure, we had jocks, nerds and ence,” Hollywood creates and a full slate of dreams. We start Don’t limit other people’s in- preps. We had bullies and stoners fosters the limiting, damaging seeing ourselves as what we do terests or activities because they and scholars and the same glow- stereotypes that keep teens from or what clothes we wear instead don’t line up with a stereotypical ering kids in detention every day, discovering their dreams and of who we really are. We stop subculture – let people be who just like you’d find at any stereo- who they are. creating our lives and instead let they are, including yourself. typical Hollywood high school. There’s no “typical high others do it for us. But that’s where comparisons school experience.” All you have Next time you’re in the halls at OSBORNE contributes to “Coming ended. At my school, the popular is your high school experience. school, look around at your class- of Age,” a CNS column series for kids weren’t always the empty- That’s the complicated part: mates. See that your classmates and about youth. Shes writes headed football quarterbacks Coming Of Age How do you fit in with a crowd are just like you: complicated for The Evangelist, newspaper or the fashion-obsessed blonde while staying true to yourself? people with complicated feelings of the Diocese of Albany, N.Y. cheerleaders you’d expect. Those Karen Osborne Sometimes an athlete feels like kids proudly joined the National he can’t be seen as too smart Honor Society, starred in sold sort of high school Camelot, a or he’ll lose his coolness factor out school musicals and wrote shining city on the hill – or, a or a quiet girl feels like she has Honor Those We Love. humor columns for the school crazy Escher painting where to put on slutty clothes to get a MEMORIAL GARDENS -FUNERAL HOME -CREMATORY -MAUSOLEUMS newspaper. I remember our jaw- upside down is right-side up? boyfriend. Why can’t the athlete dropping gorgeous junior prom The answer is simple: It feel comfortable with hitting the queen being nothing but nice to wasn’t. My high school was just books as well as the gridiron, or me – me, a total uncool nerd. like every other high school in why can’t a girl understand that a I wonder why the stereotypes the country. boy who doesn’t respect her isn’t 11817 Jefferson Highway in the movies don’t fit my memo- The stereotypes in film and worth her time? 225-753-1440 ries. We were ordinary. How did television are not accurate be- That’s why stereotypes are www.ResthavenBatonRouge.com my high school become some cause you can’t shove complicat- so damaging. They make us 2x2” Rest.small.honor.those’13 6 The Catholic Commentator March 22, 2013 Visiting churches on Holy Thursday custom started in 16th century

When I was growing take place elsewhere? (Poynette, based faith.” There’s no need to to me, a little less than divine. up on the South Side of Wis.) do that. Instead, explain to your Why does Christ call himself QChicago in the 1940s, son that Catholicism is built on that? (San Francisco, Calif.) my mother would take us to In churches throughout twin pillars (called technically, six or seven different churches the Catholic world, Mass “sources of revelation”), namely Your question is an in- on Holy Thursday evening to Ais celebrated on Holy Scripture and tradition. sightful one and has been say some prayers. The Blessed Thursday evening to commemo- A Catholic does believe in Athe subject of considerable Sacrament was often displayed rate Christ’s institution of the the Bible and is guided by the discussion by Scripture scholars. on the altar all night. I’ve lived Eucharist at the Last Supper. teachings of Jesus found therein. Pope John Paul II (on April 29, several different places since Following the Mass, the altar But Catholics also believe that 1987) devoted one of his weekly then and people seem to be un- is stripped of its sacred linens, authentic teaching from God did audience talks to explaining what familiar with this custom. Was the Eucharist is removed from not end with the death of Jesus; Jesus meant when he called him- it just a “Chicago thing” or did it the tabernacle and placed on an it continued through the apostles self “Son of Man.” That is and even now through their used in the four Gospels, always successors, in whom the Spirit within the sayings of Jesus; and Question Corner works to preserve, expound depending on the context, it can upon and spread the message of refer either to Christ’s humanity Father Kenneth Doyle Christ. or to his divinity. As to your specific question At certain times, the pope “altar of repose” where parishio- about confession, Catholics pointed out, Jesus seems to be ners can kneel in adoration. believe, in reliance on John’s highlighting the fact that “he Many churches now end Gospel (20:22-23), that on the took his place with that same this period at about 10 p.m. first Easter Sunday evening, name as a true man among men, with night prayer, after which the risen Jesus appeared to the as a son of a woman, Mary of the church is locked. It is dur- apostles and said, “Receive the Nazareth,” one who shares en- ing this period of adoration Holy Spirit. Whose sins you tirely our earthly condition and that a considerable number of forgive are forgiven them; whose suffering. Catholics still visit neighboring sins you retain are retained.” An example comes in Mat- churches. (I know it’s not just a That is the biblical foundation for thew’s Gospel (8:20) where Jesus “Chicago thing” because I did it the confession of sins to a priest, says, “Foxes have dens and birds with my parents in upstate New a practice that took root early in of the sky have nests, but the Son York when my sisters and I were the history of the church. of Man has nowhere to rest his little.) So, while it is true that the head.” The custom of visiting seven pardon for our sins is based on In other passages, though, churches on Holy Thursday the merits of Christ’s death and Jesus uses the title with clear ref- evening seems to have developed resurrection, that pardon is erence to the prophecy of Daniel in Rome during the 16th century transmitted to individual Catho- (7:13-14), which was viewed by and is often credited to St. Philip lics through the sacrament of all as messianic: “I saw coming Neri, who was the pastor of a penance, or reconciliation. with the clouds of heaven one Rome city parish. People would The church holds that one like a Son of Man. ... He received visit the seven basilicas in Rome, must seek absolution from a dominion, splendor and king- saying prayers and watching in priest for any mortal sins (i.e., ship; all nations, peoples and %* some moments of adoration at grievous actions or omissions tongues will serve him.” 3.30 APY each one. done with knowledge and full When Jesus cures the paralyt- *Includes Current Yield + 1.00% First Year Additional Interest. Gradually the custom spread consent) and encourages us to go ic who has been lowered through Interest rates are subject to change & vary by plan. The minimum interest rate guaranteed is 1.50%. throughout the Catholic world, to confession for lesser offenses the roof, for example, he ascribes and it has been particularly also, as a means of making divinity to himself by first saying strong in , Poland, Mexico steady progress on the way to to those looking on, “But that you and the Philippines. holiness. may know that the Son of Man For a non-Catholic who does has authority to forgive sins on My son, who is 20 years not have the sacrament of pen- earth ...” (Mk 2:10). old, has left the Catholic ance available, I would be quite Then, when on trial before Qreligion for a Bible-based certain that God has figured out the Sanhedrin he was asked, faith. We have had many lively a way to forgive that person, too, “Are you the Messiah, the Son discussions which we both enjoy, presuming the proper disposi- of the Blessed One?” Jesus and it has actually helped to rein- tions of sorrow and purpose of answers, “I am; and you will vigorate my own Catholic beliefs. amendment. see the Son of Man sitting at There is one of his questions, But I sure think that it’s a real the right hand of the power though, which I’m not sure how plus to be a Catholic and to have and coming with the clouds of to answer. He wants to know if the comfort of hearing the priest heaven” (Mk 14:61-62). the death of Jesus paid in full say on behalf of Christ, “It’s OK, So the one title, Son of Man, Frank Lamulle for the sins of all believers past, you’re forgiven. That’s all behind had a dual purpose: to lay claim 504-458-0957 present and future, why would you, and now you can start over.” to Christ’s unique nature, which God punish someone if they fail was both human and divine. to go to confession? (Chesapeake, We refer to Christ by var- Va.) ious : the Messiah, FATHER DOYLE is chancellor for Securing Families’ Lives Since 1901 Qthe Lamb of God, Son of public information and a pastor I was caught short by your the Father, etc. But I have never in the Diocese of Albany, N.Y. Home Office: San Antonio, Texas. #ASU 1.13 first sentence. You seem understood why, in the Scrip- Questions may be sent to ask ANNUITIES · IRAs · ROLLOVERS Ato concede that your own tures, Jesus refers to himself as [email protected] and 40 Catholic religion is not a “Bible- the “Son of Man.” That sounds, Hopewell St., Albany, NY 12208. March 22, 2013 SPIRITUALITY The Catholic Commentator 7 Multimedia presentation focuses on Christ’s passion and death

By Debbie Shelley ings, having visited the House of the Vir- He added, “St. Joseph Cathedral pro- Assistant Editor gin Mary three times. vides an ideal ambiance for the presenta- As Webb read materials from Tour- tion, the images centered in the chancel People can deeply experience Jesus’ nemire’s collection of books and writings with its imposing crucifix and the organ passion and death during Holy Week at the Library of Congress, he discovered music and readings emanating from the through a multi-media presentation of a copy of “The Dolorous Passion.” gallery.” “The Seven Chorals – Poèms for Organ “I am convinced that the visions of Webb said, “It (the event) isn’t really a on The Seven Last Words of Christ” by Blessed Anne Catherine were an impor- concert … not a Mass, it’s an attempt to Catholic mystic Charles Tournemire. tant inspiration to his creation of this communicate a sense of Christ’s death on Richard Webb, who several years ago impressionistic, emotional work and its the cross through the arts today. All at- produced a multi-media presentation previously unexplained quotations from tending will probably not be Catholic, or of Marcel Dupre’s “The Stations of the middle Eastern scales,” stressed Webb. may not be a person of faith, but I hope Cross” at St. Joseph Cathedral, created He said Tournemire’s music is written they will take away the message of his the conceptual design of the images and in an unconventional manner, so he read (Christ’s) crucifixion and what it means readings for “The Seven Last Words.” He “The Dolorous Passion” and carefully in- for them.” said his presentation of “The Seven Last terpreted the music. Webb will be joined by readers Dr. Words” has been “in the making” since While the music is complicated, it Shirley Sands and Oneal Isaac, produc- he saw a live presentation of it 40 years is “beautiful and quite pastoral,” Webb tion coordinator Jan Grimes and techni- ago by the late organist Robert Glasgow tic, visionary and ecstatic. Tournemire said. cal coordinator Dr. Williams Grimes. at The Cathedral of Christ the King in wrote extensive notes in his personal He pointed out that the music for “The According to Webb, since the project Atlanta. The Baton Rouge program will copy of “The Dolorous Passion of Our Seven Last Words of Christ” had been out is “envisioned not as a performance or be on Tuesday, March 26, 7:30 p.m., at Lord and Savior Jesus Christ,” a book of print for decades, and the Baton Rouge service but the creative artistic render- St. Joseph Cathedral, Fourth and Main about Blessed Anne Catherine’s visions presentation will be the first in this area. ing of a universal devotional subject,” no streets, Baton Rouge. of Jesus’ passion. “There is only one American record- programs will be distributed. At the pro- “I thought the music was so powerful. Poet Clemens Brentano interviewed ing in circulation from 2007 and one gram’s conclusion, informational cards It was quite unlike anything I had heard Blessed Anne Catherine about her visions notice of a presentation with selected will be available. The concert is free, but at that time,” said Webb. and wrote two books based on them. poetry that same year. To my knowledge, offerings will be accepted. He stated that Tournemire (1870- Webb said Blessed Anne Catherine’s since the composer did not prescribe He noted the cathedral will have the 1939) had a special interest in the visions vision of what is believed to be the House what might be combined with the music, texts of all readings in PDF format, along of Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich of the Mary led to its discovery on this will be the first performance with with information about the composer, (1774-1824), an Augustinian canoness Mt. Koressos near Ephesus. Webb was both readings and images from a variety the work and the presenters on its web- regular of Windesheim, stigmatic, mys- aware of Blessed Anne Catherine’s writ- of crucifixion art work,” Webb said. site cathedralofstjoseph.org.

Lent is a good time to get to know the poor among us

hen my daughter and I viding the sheep from the goats grant woman sorting through social justice committee and paid a visit to a college in Matthew 25, he bases it on a bin at Goodwill Industries; a find out how they are advocat- Wcampus, we took some how we treated the “least” of guy who couldn’t pay his tab at ing for and journeying with the local advice and visited a popu- these, not on how strenuously a restaurant. poor. Tip someone generously. lar pizza place. It proved a good we kept our faith a private mat- All along the way, this man Notice the poor around you. recommendation. As we walked ter. This Christianity is not for established relationships Step out of your comfort zone. back to our hotel, we carried a the faint of heart, nor for those and discovered things about Our Catholic Church has box with the remains of a great who don’t reach out. people’s lives. He connected. a preferential option for the meal. In an Omaha World Herald He did what Christ did count- poor, part of our social teach- Ahead of us, an old man story, columnist Erin Grace less times in the Gospel. He ing. It can’t be an academic sat on the sidewalk, leaning tells of a man who decided on shared of himself. He went thing for us or just another up against a building. Dishev- his 50th birthday to give $50 beyond our pizza give-away. place to write a check. We must eled and roughly bearded, he away each week of his 50th And imagine how radically the connect. And Lent is the ideal was obviously familiar with year. year will change his life? place to begin. the street. We looked at our For The Journey We’re not talking about Lent is not over. There are pizza; honestly, when would writing 52 checks and patting many ways to connect. Find CALDAROLA, who writes a general- we get a chance to eat it? So Effie Caldarola himself on the back. He’s per- out how you might help your interest column, can be reached as we walked by, we smiled, sonally handing $50 to mostly local Catholic Charities up at Catholic News Service, 3211 proffered our pizza and asked of Lent. If Lent doesn’t chal- strangers whom he happens close and personal, if just for Fourth St. N.E., Washington, the man if he wanted it. As we lenge us to embrace the poor, to encounter. He gives each a day. Join your church parish D. C. 20017. walked on, we glanced back to we’re missing the mark. person his business card with see him eagerly devouring a Lent starts with Isaiah 58:5- an email and his blog address. slice. 6 telling us how God dispar- He’s getting acquainted with The episode sticks in my ages our sackcloth and ashes the people he meets and blog- Insurance Solutions! mind because I wonder why ideas about fasting. Instead, he ging about his encounters. David T. Didier we didn’t take the time to offer says, “Is this not ... the fast that Here are just a few examples Local Senior Advisor since 1982 a little conversation with our I choose: releasing those bound of the people he’s shared his meager gift? Was the man a unjustly, untying the thongs money with, according to • Life Insurance/Final Expense – real person to us or was he an of the yoke; setting free the Grace: two homeless vets Term Life, Whole Life, Universal Life 800-935-9750 object of our paltry charity? oppressed, breaking off every panhandling; a street corner • Medicare Supplements, Dental, Cancer [email protected] www.insurance-solutionsnow.com This question persists be- yoke?” musician; a waitress; a clerk; • Annuities • Retirement Planning cause I think it lies at the heart And when Christ starts di- a college freshman; an immi- Affordable, All A or A+ rated by AM Best 8 The Catholic Commentator March 22, 2013

FundsDiocese of Baton Rouge Seminary Scholarship Funds What is a Seminary Scholarship fund? Who do I contact to establish or contribute to a fund? A seminary scholarship fund is an invested sum of money, To create a fund or to make a contribution to an exist- the interest of which is used in perpetuity to help fund the ing fund, please send it to the Vocations and Seminar- education of men studying for the priesthood. ians Department, P. O. Box 2028, Baton Rouge, LA How does someone establish a fund? 70821-2028. For information call 225-336-8778. It is simple. A fund may be established and named for This is only a partial list of all Seminary Scholarship Funds. anyone you choose – friend, family, bishop, priest, religious, etc. Visit our website at www.diobr.org/vocations for a Anyone can name or establish a fund. complete list of Seminary Scholarship Funds. October 2012 thru February 2013 Archbishop Antoine Blanc Tomorrows Priest In Memory of: Roger Chustz By: Catholic Daughters Ct. 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By Laura Deavers the Church to look outward and ity; cultural diversity and de- Editor to address the world’s needs, velopment; and socio-economic Father Kammer explained, life,” stated Father Kammer. “It The Vatican Council II docu- which led to the document be- discussed fundamental imbal- ment, Gaudium et Spes, The ing written over the course of ances between rich and poor, Church in the Modern World, the next council sessions. the requirements for justice, changed the way the Catholic Approved by a vote of 2,309 a sufficient share of earthly Church would view its position to 75 on the last day of the coun- goods for all, the duties of pub- in the outside world, social jus- cil, Dec. 7, 1965, The Church in lic authorities and the common tice, evangelization and world the Modern World is the longest good.” peace. document by a Church council The final section stressed As part of the Soup and Sub- in 2,000 years. the “crisis of modern weaponry, stance at St. Aloysius Church The opening lines of The and that peace could only be in Baton Rouge, Jesuit Father Church in the Modern World built on the basis of respect, Fred Kammer spoke March 11 state “The joys and hopes, the harmony justice and love.” on The Church in the Modern griefs and anxieties of the peo- He added, “The council con- World pointing out its relevance ple of our time, especially those demned the arms race as a hu- to the world 50 years ago and to who are poor or in any way af- man trap and devastation of the today’s world. flicted, these too are the joys poor.” and hopes the griefs and anxi- Father Kammer explained eties of the followers of Christ.” five key points of Gaudium et “With these words, the coun- Spes that are still important to- cil fathers placed the Church day: squarely alongside all humanity — A profound commitment After his talk, Father Fred Kammer SJ answered questions from Dea- in common concern and com- to the dignity and sanctity of con Dan and Lisette Borné, members of St. Aloysius and St. Jean Vian- mon cause,” said Father Kam- the human person. ney churches in Baton Rouge. Photo by Laura Deavers | The Catholic Commentator mer. — A realization that the hu- “Part one of The Church in man person is both sacred and and anxieties of humanity into Christians were committed.” the Modern World developed social, and that human dignity the heart of the Church and its Father Kammer said, “Gaud- teaching on human dignity, and the common good are in- mission.” ium et Spes created a stance social relations, essential so- terwoven and inseparable. He said through this Vatican of both responsibility and ser- cial needs and the role of the — A profound commitment II document the magisterium vice. In the document’s words, Church in the world. Part two to solidarity across all human of the Church moved the social ‘Christians cannot yearn for focused on problems of special divisions – national, racial, agenda to center stage. “It made anything more ardently than to urgency: marriage and family ethnic, gender and class – that social gospel not an off-brand serve the people of the modern life, including overpopulation, commits Catholics to action for but an essential part of the world ever more generously and responsible parenthood, re- justice and peace with a pref- good news of Jesus to which all effectively.’ ” spect for life and family stabil- erential lens and love for those Father Fred Kammer SJ, executive who are poor and vulnerable. director of the Jesuit Social Re- The opening lines of — Dialogue and reconcili- With great joy, we search Institute in the College of ation within the Church, with welcome Pope Francis! Social Sciences at Loyola Univer- The Church in the other believers, and persons of sity in New Orleans, speaks about good will which includes listen- Bountiful The Church in the Modern World Modern World state ing to and learning from diver- at St. Aloysius Church. Photo by Laura gent views and visions. Gifts for Easter, Deavers | The Catholic Commentator “The joys and hopes, — A stance of what is called First Communion, the “servant Church,” which Father Kammer is the execu- the griefs seeks the best from the world RCIA! tive director of the Jesuit Social to be used for the world and all First Communion Bibles (engraving Research Institute in the Col- and anxieties its peoples, understanding that available), books, photo albums, lege of Social Sciences at Loyola the Church has a firm commit- frames, gift sets, statues, ties, University in New Orleans, the of the people ment to the working out of both veils, headbands, rosaries, rosary former president of Catholic secular and sacred history, one bracelets, and more! Charities USA and former di- of our time, that requires the Church and its rector of Catholic Charities in members to concerted action in the Diocese of Baton Rouge. especially those who the world in collaboration with Only three months after his many others. election, Pope John XXIII an- are poor or in any The recognition that the nounced the call of the coun- Church shares responsibility cil. This started in motion over way afflicted, for secular as well as religious three years of work by prepara- history was a new self-under- tory commissions and commit- these too are standing for the Church, Father tees who produced a number Kammer noted. of draft texts. “No document the joys and hopes “The document put the concerned the Church in the Church squarely at the service modern world,” noted Father the griefs and of humanity,” said Father Kam- Kammer. mer. Catholicism broke out of Though not part of the coun- anxieties of the the sanctuary, chancery and cil’s agenda, at the close of the church parish to stand squarely The little book store with a big heart and a first session of the council, three followers of Christ.” in the heart of the polis, and in thirsting desire to spread the Good News 11232 Florida Blvd. | Baton Rouge, LA | 225-272-4030 influential cardinals called for so doing it brought the griefs 10 The Catholic Commentator March 22, 2013 Many in diocese participate in taping of Chaplet in Chant

By Debbie Shelley at St. Isidore, sang the chaplet at 3 p.m. Assistant Editor during the wake. “People were absolutely still and silent The Divine Mercy devotion is growing during the chaplet,” Barrios said. in the Diocese of Baton Rouge because St. Isidore now has a well-attended of the prayers’ simple message about night of worship on Tuesdays, with con- God’s mercy and love, say people who fession at 5 p.m. and Mass at 6 p.m., fol- attended Catholiclife Television’s taping lowed by the Divine Mercy novena and of Chaplet in Chant Feb. 23 at St. Joseph benediction. Cathedral in Baton Rouge. The Divine Mercy chaplet’s music The Divine Mercy devotion stems inspires members of the Schola Can- from Christ’s appearances to St. Mary torum at St. Joseph Abbey in St. Bene- Faustina beginning in 1931, during dict, who sang during Chaplet in Chant. which he gave her an image of himself Diocesan seminarians Phillip Gordy, and the words to a chaplet then directed who with fellow choir members Kolbe her to spread his message of mercy and Fletcher and Tim Grimes, said, “It real- love. He told her he wanted a Divine ly was awe-inspiring to see and hear the Mercy feast day, which was placed on priests and deacons leading the whole the Sunday after Easter. Jesus said he assembly of people in this beautiful would pardon souls that go to confes- prayer. Also, because the chaplet was sion before Divine Mercy Sunday and being recorded to premier on TV dur- receive Communion on the feast day. ing the Easter season, the closing hymn St. Agnes Church in Baton Rouge was Father Paul Gros, pastor of St. Anne Church, Napoleonville, and Assumption Church, Plat- was the triumphal ‘Jesus Christ is Risen the first church parish in this diocese tenville, lifts the monstrance during the taping of the Chaplet in Chant at St. Joseph Ca- Today.’ We were all so tickled to be sing- to participate in Divine Mercy Sun- thedral. Photo by Debbie Shelley | The Catholic Commentator ing those magnificent Alleluias, which day, said Deacon Tommy Traylor, dea- in any other conceivable circumstance con assistant at St. Agnes. Father John church’s Divine Mercy chapel, which “The church had standing room only would have been completely inappro- Spriggs CSSp, introduced the devotion houses a relic of St. Faustina. In 1996, for Divine Mercy Sunday. People came priate during Lent.” to St. Agnes in the mid 1980s. A group St. Agnes began celebrating Divine from all over the diocese,” said Deacon Father Paul Gros, pastor of Assump- of people prayed the chaplet daily at 3 Mercy Sunday with the recitation of the Traylor. He said it is inspiring to see the tion of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church p.m., the “hour of Divine Mercy,” at the rosary, Mass and a benediction. devotion grow in this diocese. in Plattenville and St. Anne Church in Donna Speeg, a member of St. Al- Napoleonville, who led the chaplet, said phonsus Church in Greenwell Springs, praying with priests and other religious said several years ago she and a group inspired him. that was praying the rosary and partici- “It was humbling to be chosen,” Fa- pating in the Renew program formed a ther Gros said. “Some of the priests and cenacle and studied the Divine Mercy deacons have been there longer than I devotion and read St. Faustina’s diary. have and (I thought) would have been Speeg attended a Divine Mercy novena more useful. It was energizing to have at Our Lady of Mercy Church in Baton their support in leading it.” Rouge during that Father Gros said the time and found it so Divine Mercy prayers “beautiful and mov- The Divine Mercy are a grassroots de- ing,” her cenacle intro- votion that is bear- duced the novena at devotion stems ing much fruit. “It’s St. Alphonsus. the work of the Holy Speeg said of Chap- from Christ’s Spirit.” let in Chant, “The Lisette Borné, a gathering of people appearances to member of the Mar- from different parish- ian Servants of the es was a beautiful sign St. Mary Faustina Eucharist and St. to me that our Lord Aloysius and St. Jean wants us to continue beginning in 1931, Vianney churches in spreading his mes- Baton Rouge, agreed sage of mercy to all his during which he with Father Gros. She people.” said she was moved Father Frank Bass, gave her an image by “being surrounded pastor of St. Isidore by so many faith-filled Church in Baker and of himself and the people of all ages, St. Puis X in Baton from the very old to Rouge, introduced words to a chaplet. the very young, some the devotion March in wheelchairs or 26, 2011 during a 24-hour wake for the with a cane, some still in diapers, some late Father Fred Youngs, former pastor dressed in jeans and others in Sunday of St. Isidore, said Angie Barrios, direc- finest – all seeking not only to pray for tor of liturgy and evangelization at St. God’s divine mercy for themselves and Isidore. Barrios stated someone sug- their families but for the whole world.” gested that the Divine Mercy chaplet Connie Anderson, producer of Chap- be prayed during the wake. Father Bass let in Chant, said the prayer program and Jason Romero, former religious will air on Catholiclife Television on education director and youth director Divine Mercy Sunday, April 7, 2:30 p.m. March 22, 2013 The Catholic Commentator 11

Pope Francis Pope Francis’ remarks from balcony Jorge Mario Bergoglio after his election Is the first pope… • From the Americas • From Jesuit order Catholic News Service love and trust among us. Let us pray for one • To take name Francis another. Let us pray for the whole world that Is known to… “Brothers and sisters, good evening. You there be a great brotherhood. I hope this jour- • Take the bus and subway • Cook his meals know that the task of the conclave was to give ney of the church that we begin today – and • Have strong devotion to Mary Rome a bishop. It seems my cardinals I will be helped by my , here • Visit the poor went almost to the ends of the earth to find present – will be fruitful for the evangeliza- • Be very spiritual • Have low-key style one. tion of this so beautiful city. • Love soccer and tangos I thank you for your welcome. Now I would like to give my blessing. But Speaks The diocesan community of Rome has its first, I will ask a favor. Before the bishop • Spanish, Italian, English, bishop. Thank you. blesses his people, he asks that you pray to French and German “Now let's begin this journey, bishop and people… a journey of brother- First of all, I would like to offer a prayer for the Lord to bless me, the prayer of the people hood, love and trust among us.” our bishop emeritus, Benedict XVI. Let us all for the blessing of their bishop. Let’s pray for pray together for him that the Lord bless him me in silence.” and that the Mother of God protect him. “Our (He gave his blessing “” (to the Then Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio poses Father who art in heaven. ... Hail Mary, full of city and the world)). with young soccer players grace. ... Glory be to the Father ... .” “Brothers and sisters, I’ll leave you. Thank from the San Lorenzo Now let’s begin this journey, bishop and you so much for the welcome. Pray for me. soccer club, of which he is known to be a fan. people, this journey of the church of Rome, We’ll see each other soon. Tomorrow I want which is the one that presides in charity over to go to pray to Mary so she would watch over Dec. 17, 1936 1957 March 11, 1958 all the churches – a journey of brotherhood, all of Rome. Good night. Have a good rest. Born in , At age 21, falls gravely ill; Enters of the , to Italian eventually severe pneumonia immigrant parents is diagnosed, right lung partially removed

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1964-1965 1966 1967-1970 Teaches high school Teaches at prestigious Studies theology at San literature and psychology Colegio del Salvador Miguel seminary at Jesuit secondary school secondary school in Fitness in Santa Fe Buenos Aires Special Section of The Catholic Commentator Watch for it May 3, 2013! Dec. 13, 1969 1970-1971 Is ordained priest Spends “tertianship,” or Third Probation period here are so many choices today of Jesuit formation in Tabout exercise programs, weight loss Spain programs, preventive care, nutrition plans and medical advice, but, how do we know 1971-1973 1973 what is the best one for us to live a fuller, Serves as master of novices Takes perpetual and vice chancellor, San profession as Jesuit happier, healthier life – physically and Miguel seminary mentally? “Health & Fitness” will focus on these and other related topics. The Catholic Commentator is available 1973-1979 1979-1985 1986 Serves as of Serves as rector of Colegio Goes to Germany to online at thecatholiccommentator.org, Jesuit province of Maximo and theology finish doctoral thesis and in print to over 218,000 people in the Argentina and teacher Uruguay Diocese of Baton Rouge. Print distribution includes the 12 civil parishes of: June 27, 1992 June 3, 1997 Feb. 28, 1998 • Ascension • Assumption • East Baton Is ordained auxiliary Is named coadjutor Is installed as Rouge • East Feliciana • Iberville bishop of Buenos archbishop archbishop of Buenos Aires Aires • Livingston • Pointe Coupee • St. Helena • Tangipahoa • West Baton Rouge • West Feliciana. 2001 Feb. 21, 2001 2005 Co-presides over Is elevated to cardinal Receives second-highest Synod of Bishops number of votes in conclave For advertising opportunities in that elected Cardinal Joseph “Health & Fitness” call Ratzinger as pope 225-387-0983 by April 24, 2013.

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By Cindy Wooden the former Joseph Ratzinger. Catholic News Service The retired pope was not present at the liturgy, but the crowds applauded enthusi- VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis for- astically when Pope Francis said, “We are mally began his ministry as bishop of close to him with our prayers, full of affec- Rome and as pope by pledging to protect tion and gratitude.” the Catholic Church, the dignity of each The new pope stood at a lectern to read person and the beauty of creation, just like his homily, sticking to the text he had pre- St. Joseph protected Mary and Jesus. pared in advance. At times his voice was “To protect creation, to protect every extremely soft and other times it was quite man and every woman, to look upon them loud; he punctuated with clenched fists his with tenderness and love is to open up a remarks about the strength required to be horizon of hope,” he told between 150,000 tender and compassionate to others. and 200,000 people gathered under sunny “In the Gospels,” he said, “St. Joseph skies in St. Peter’s Square and the nearby appears as a strong and courageous man, a streets. working man, yet in his heart we see great With representatives of other Christian tenderness, which is not the virtue of the churches and communities, delegations weak, but rather a sign of strength of spirit from 132 countries, Jewish and Muslim and a capacity for concern, for compassion, leaders as well as Buddhists, Hindus, Sikhs for genuine openness to others, for love.” and Jains present, Pope Francis preached “We must not be afraid of goodness, of the Gospel, but insisted the values it es- tenderness,” Pope Francis said. pouses are essentially human, “involving The new pope said exercising the role of everyone.” protector as St. Joseph did means doing so While the rites and rituals of the in- “discreetly, humbly and silently, but with auguration of his ministry as pope took an unfailing presence and utter fidelity, place immediately before the Mass, the even when he finds it hard to understand.” liturgy itself was a celebration of the feast The Gospels present St. Joseph as a of St. Joseph, patron of the universal husband to Mary, “at her side in good church and “also the name day of my ven- times and bad,” and as a father who erable predecessor,” Pope Benedict XVI, watched over Jesus, worried about him

Pope Francis elevates the chalice as he celebrates the Eucharist during his inaugural Mass in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican March 19. Also pictured from front are Cardinal Angelo Sodano, dean of the ; Cardinal Antonios Naguib, the Coptic Catholic , ; and Cardinal Jean-Louis Tauran, president of the for Interreligious Dialogue. Photo by Paul Haring | CNS

and taught him a trade, the pope said. tion and death threaten human dignity, St. Joseph responded to his call to be a human life and the environment. He met protector “by being constantly attentive to with the heads of the government delega- God, open to the signs of God’s presence tions after the Mass. and receptive to God’s plans, and not sim- Caring for others, he said in his homily, ply his own,” the pope said. must begin with watching over one’s own Fidelity to God’s word and God’s plan heart, mind and actions, resisting “hatred, for individuals and for all of creation envy and pride” and emotions that can tear makes the difference, he said, calling on others down. everyone to be sensitive and loving toward Pope Francis told the people he real- those in their care, especially toward chil- ized his new ministry included “a certain dren, the aged, the poor and the sick. power,” but it is the same power Jesus “In the end, everything has been en- conferred on St. Peter, which was the trusted to our protection, and all of us are “power of service” seen in Jesus’ charge responsible for it,” he said. “Be protectors to St. Peter: “Feed my lambs. Feed my of God’s gifts.” sheep.” When people fail to respect creation, “Let us never forget that authentic when they ignore “God’s plan inscribed in power is service and that the pope, too, nature,” or when they treat each other with when exercising power, must enter ever disrespect he said, “the way is opened to more fully into that service which has its destruction, and hearts are hardened.” radiant culmination on the cross,” he said. “Tragically, in every period of history “He must be inspired by the lowly, con- there are ‘Herods’ who plot death, wreak crete and faithful service which marked havoc and mar the countenance of men St. Joseph and, like him, he must open and women,” he said. his arms to protect all of God’s people and Pope Francis asked the government embrace with tender affection the whole leaders present and all those with respon- of humanity, especially the poorest, the sibility in the field of economics, politics weakest, the least important,” Pope Fran- and social life to stand firm when destruc- cis said. March 22, 2013 The Catholic Commentator 13 pope: Cardinals pledge obedience to Pope Francis from page 1 which had been worn by Pope all those who believe in Christ in Mass — the Book of the Gospels, Benedict XVI, around the new unity and fellowship.” the ring of the fisherman, St. Pe- pope’s neck. Six cardinals, representing ter, and the , a woolen “The Good Shepherd charged the entire College of Cardinals, band worn around the shoulders Peter to feed his lambs and his publicly pledged obedience to the to evoke a shepherd carrying a sheep; today you succeed him as pope. sheep. the bishop of this church to which While many Christians ac- With members of the College he and the Apostle Paul were fa- knowledge the special role of the of Cardinals dressed in gold gath- thers in faith,” Cardinal Tauran bishop of Rome as the one who ered before the main altar in St. said. presides over the entire Christian Peter’s Basilica and brass players Italian Cardinal Angelo Soda- community in love, the way the sounding a fanfare, the rites be- no, dean of the College of Cardi- papacy has been exercised over Pope Francis kisses the altar as he leaves after celebrating his inaugu- gan at the tomb of St. Peter. Pope nals, presented Pope Francis with the centuries is one of the key ral Mass in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican March 19. Photo by Paul Haring | Francis venerated the mortal re- the fisherman’s ring, a gold-plated factors in the ongoing division of CNS mains of his predecessor as head silver band featuring St. Peter Christians. of the church and was joined there holding keys, a reminder that Je- For the first time since the attended the Mass along with del- and several international Jewish by the heads of the Eastern Catho- sus told St. Peter: “I will give you Great Schism of 1054 split the egations from 12 other Orthodox organizations sent representatives lic Churches. the keys to the kingdom of heaven. main Christian community into and Oriental Orthodox churches, to the ceremony, as did Muslim, Processing behind the East- Whatever you bind on earth shall East and West, the ecumenical pa- 10 Anglican and Protestant com- Buddhist, Sikh, Jain and Hindu ern church leaders and the car- be bound in heaven; and whatever triarch attended the installation munities and three international communities and organizations. dinals, Pope Francis — wearing a you loose on earth shall be loosed Mass. Patriarch Bartholomew Christian organizations, including Also present were representa- simple, mostly white chasuble and in heaven.” of Constantinople, first among the World Council of Churches. tives of 132 governments, led by his black shoes — came out into Giving the pope “the ring, the equals of the Eastern Orthodox, After the Lord’s prayer, Pope the presidents of Italy and Ar- St. Peter’s Square while the choir of Peter the fisherman,” Car- sat in a place of honor near the pa- Francis exchanged a sign of peace gentina, the reigning royals of six chanted a special litany to Christ dinal Sodano told the pope he was pal altar. with Patriarch Bartholomew and countries ­including Belgium’s the King. called, as bishop of Rome, to pre- Catholicos Karekin II of Etch- with Catholicos Karekin. king and queen ­— and 31 heads of French Cardinal Jean-Louis side over the church with charity. miadzin, patriarch of the Ar- The Chief Rabbinate of Israel, state. Vice President Joe Biden led Tauran, who had announced Pope He prayed the pope would have menian Apostolic Church, also the Jewish community of Rome the U.S. delegation. Francis’ election to the world six “the gentleness and strength to days earlier, placed the pallium, preserve, through your ministry, Pope chooses silver ring, pallium style in keeping with predecessor

By Carol Glatz wax cast of the ring meant for Catholic News Service Pope Paul, who never wore it, Fa- ther Lombardi said. VATICAN CITY ­— With his During the installation Mass fisherman’s ring and the pallium March 19, Pope Francis received — the main symbols of the Pet- the newly made ring from the rine office — Pope Francis chose dean of the College of Cardinals, styles in continuity with two of Italian Cardinal Angelo Sodano. his predecessors. The pallium Pope Francis re- The fisherman’s ring Pope ceived from French Cardinal Jean- Francis chose is made of gold- Louis Tauran during the Mass was plated silver and is based on the same one Pope Benedict XVI the same design of a papal ring used — a short woolen band that handed down from Pope Paul the retired pope re-introduced VI’s personal secretary. It shows in 2008, and similar to the kind an image of St. Peter holding the worn by Blessed John Paul II. It is two keys – one key represents the worn over the shoulder and has a power in heaven and the other in- 12-inch long strip hanging down dicates the spiritual authority of the front and the back. the papacy on earth. The pallium is a woolen stole The ring, which represents the that signifies the pope’s or the pope’s role as a “fisher of men,” archbishop’s authority over the was designed by a late-Italian Christian community. It also rep- artist, Enrico Manfrini, who resents the shepherd’s mission was very close to Pope Paul and of placing the lost, sick or weak his late-secretary, Archbishop sheep on his shoulders. Pasquale Macchi. The pallium the pope wears Pope Francis had about three is decorated with six red crosses models of rings to choose from, symbolizing the wounds inflicted said the Vatican spokesman, Je- on Christ during the passion, Fa- suit Father Federico Lombardi, ther Lombardi said. He said the and the pope chose the design crosses on for metro- that Manfrini gave Archbishop politan are black to Macchi for Pope Paul. Pope Fran- make clear the diversity of juris- cis’ ring was made from the same diction. 14 The Catholic Commentator March 22, 2013 Vatican releases papal coat of arms, motto by English doctor of church

By Carol Glatz homily given by St. Bede the Ven- blazon adds the bishop’s miter top of each pope’s coat of arms. their unity in the same person. Catholic News Service erable. and the keys of St. Peter. The simple, more modest The ’s insignia of two The pope decided to keep his The silver miter was some- miter has three gold stripes to crossed keys, which symbolize VATICAN CITY — Pope Fran- episcopal motto and coat of arms thing Pope Benedict XVI estab- mirror order, jurisdiction and the powers Christ gave to the cis’ papal motto is based on the for his pontificate with just a few lished in 2005, putting an end magisterium, and a vertical Apostle Peter and his successors, Gospel account of “The Call of St. minor adjustments in line with a to the three-tiered tiara that, for gold band connects the three is on the new papal coat of arms Matthew,” the tax collector, in a papal emblem. For example, the centuries, had appeared at the stripes in the middle to indicate and has been part of papal em- blems for centuries. The papal emblem uses a gold key to represent the power in heaven and a silver key to indicate St. Michael high School the spiritual authority of the pa- pacy on earth. The red cord that unites the two keys alludes to the bond between the two powers. Something Pope Francis Summer camps seems to have changed is to have removed the pallium, the wool- en stole symbolizing a bishop’s authority, to the elements sur- rounding the shield. The pallium was a new element Pope Benedict added to his coat of arms in 2005. The new papal blazon contains the same symbols Pope Francis had on his episcopal coat of arms. The dark blue shield is di- vided into three sections ­— each of which has its own symbol. 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The day after the first day of “Buona A one-year relationship be- tryouts, Adams said Scott Dottolo Pasqua!” tween two eighth-grade boys stopped him outside the school – one easily intimated and inse- cafeteria and said, “Hey, you’re cure, the other popular and “cool” Ryan Adams, right? Man, you – had such a profound effect on were awesome yesterday at sec- Walter Ryan Adams that 15 years ond. I just hope that I make the later he wrote a book to help stu- team now ‘cause you didn’t miss dents deal with the challenges of a thing. You have a lot of talent.” For any occasion, the teen years. Adams said it took a moment our platters are a hit! Sonny and Kathy Dottolo of Hammond look over a copy of the book, Athletic and popular Scott for those words to register. “I “To Be the King of Diamonds,” which describes their late son’s impact Dottolo, who attended Holy Ghost couldn’t believe what I was hear- on one student’s fight to overcome the insecurities of the teen years. School in Hammond and then St. ing. Though he knows now, at Photo by Barbara Chenevert | The Catholic Commentator Paul’s High School in Covington, the time, I do not think Scott was killed in a car accident in Dottolo could have grasped then He chronicles in the book how contacted the Dottolo family and 1995 the year after eighth grade. what those few words meant to he overcame each of the deaths asked their permission to use his But the mark he made on Adams’ me. It was so simple, but carried and his own insecurity using the story about Scott in his manu- Mini Muffolettas platter; cut life would live on. so much more. The best athlete lessons he learned from each of script. They gladly agreed. The Tray of 5 Muffolettas into 8ths; or Mixed – Roast Adams tells the story of his re- of our class, the popular kid, be- his friends. book was published in 2011. Beef w/provolone, Turkey lationship with Dottolo and two came the first person besides my Adams eventually found him- Sonny Dottolo praised Adams w/Swiss, Ham & Cheese, other people – another friend father to ever tell me that I was self through his love of baseball, as a man devoted to helping kids. Muffoletta and a baseball coach – whose any good.” attended the University of Ala- Ryan Adams is a special man, he lives and deaths impacted his life Adams, who spent much of his bama and became a high school said. If only one kid knows he can 10248 Florida Blvd. growing up, in a book titled, “To childhood trying to prove himself teacher and coach. Each year he survive high school by reading 225-272-6817 Be the King of Diamonds.” worthy, said he emerged from shares his struggles with his stu- this book, it was worth it, he said. (In “BON AMI”) Adams describes himself that conversation with added dents, who were the ones who The Dottolo family recently Mon.-Sat. as a shy, insecure student, who confidence. Both he and Dot- encouraged him to write them donated several copies of the 9:30-6:00 wrapped himself in a cocoon in tolo made the team. “I was now down. book to the Holy Ghost School high school. His saving grace was among the top of our class for the After 15 years, Adams again library. the game of baseball. game of baseball, and I owe (it) in “The moment God used a part to a few words spoken out- baseball to get the attention of side a cafeteria. I will never forget The Brighton School an impressionable 17-year-old, I that moment.” just knew the power of purpose,” The Dottolos were unaware of he said. Adams sees his purpose their son’s impact on Adams until Bridges to Success as spreading a message of liv- Adams’ junior year when he wrote Summer Program – Grades K - 6 ing each moment of your life and a letter to Kathy Dottolo. She re- learning from the pain experi- plied to the letter saying he had A summer program designed for students with enced along the way. been an answer to a prayer. Dyslexia and related learning differences Adams said his turnaround “Her response brought a tear began with his encounter with and I was satisfied that I was able Monday – Thursday Scott Dottolo. to make her smile. Besides, it was June 3 – June 27, 2012 “We could never understand her son who taught me the mean- why our child was taken away,” ing of what a few words can do.” 8 a.m. – 12 Noon said Kathy Dottolo of Hammond, During his junior year in high RegiStRation: $100; tuition: $850; Space is limited Scott Dottolo’s mother. 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By John Mulderig herd, Cardinal William Henry O’Connell ist George Faber (David Janssen), the as- This method of spontaneous selection, Catholic News Service (1859-1944). If so, his disappointment in sembly that elevates Cardinal Kiril is shown however, was eliminated by Blessed John this instance has a strong basis in fact. in considerable detail. Enduring customs – Paul II’s 1996 “Uni- NEW YORK – Rich in secrecy and sus- Made Boston’s first cardinal by Pope Pius the defacing of the previous pope’s ring, for versi Dominici Gregis.” Under the current pense – and endowed with the potential X in 1911, Cardinal O’Connell subsequently example – as well as outmoded ones put in rules, only election by secret ballot is lawful. to alter history – the conclave process by missed not one but two conclaves – those of an appearance. Another fictional conclave opens the which have been elected since the 1914 and 1922. A minor instance from the latter cate- 2011 Italian film “Habemus Papam,” which 13th century has obvious dramatic appeal. In the wake of the latter gathering, a gory would be the now-abandoned practice screened in the United States last year as So it’s no surprise that conclaves have oc- frustrated Cardinal O’Connell successfully of erecting a canopy over the chair of each “We Have a Pope.” Director and co-writer casionally been portrayed on screen. Some petitioned the newly elected Pope Pius XI elector. At precisely the moment that one of Nanni Moretti blended realistic elements depictions have involved real-life elections, to extend the period between the vacancy their colleagues accepted his election, and and some credible emotions into his fanciful others fictional ones – and the accuracy of of the chair of Peter and the opening of the thus became pope, all the remaining cardi- tale of a freshly minted pontiff (Michel Pic- the details on display has varied greatly. conclave to fill it. nals would collapse their canopies by pull- coli) who quickly finds himself emotionally Ironically, one of the earliest film treat- Perhaps he need not have bothered: By ing on a cord, thereby symbolizing that they overwhelmed by his new responsibilities. ments of a conclave centers on an elector the time of Pius XI’s death in 1939, the ad- were no longer their former peer’s equals. Especially believable – if rather sober- who attempts – but fails – to participate vent of commercial aviation had reduced Far more significantly, the manner ing – is the early scene that allows viewers in the momentous event. This is Cardi- the travel time between the East Coast and of Pope Kiril’s election would no longer to overhear the thoughts of all the cardinals nal Glennon, the imaginary archbishop of the Eternal City to a matter of hours, not be deemed legitimate. Facing a deadlock assembled the Sistine Chapel. To a man, Boston played by John Huston in the 1963 days. In any event, on that occasion, Cardi- among more predictable candidates, the each silently prays not to be chosen. movie “The Cardinal.” nal O’Connell finally had the satisfaction of cardinals choose Quinn’s character by Read more at thecatholiccommentator. Director Otto Preminger’s screen ver- casting his vote. unanimous acclaimation. org sion of Henry Morton Robinson’s novel The protagonist of 1968’s “The Shoes of shows the New England prelate suffering the Fisherman” – director Michael Ander- Motion Picture Association of America the horrors of seasickness as the progress son’s adaptation of Morris L. West’s novel MOVIE ratings: of the ocean liner on which he’s crossing – not only takes part in a papal election; he G – General audiences; all ages admitted the Atlantic is relentlessly checked by bad reluctantly receives its laurels. Thus, shortly PG – Parental guidance suggested; some weather. By the time Huston’s prince of the after being released from a Soviet work REVIEWS material may not be suitable for children church finally makes it to Rome, a new pon- camp in Siberia, Ukrainian Cardinal Kiril USCCB Office for Film & Broadcasting PG-13 – Parents are strongly cautioned tiff has already been voted into office. Lakota (Anthony Quinn) becomes Pope classifications: to give special guidance for attendance Cardinal Glennon is presumably a Kiril I. A-I – General patronage of children under 13; some material may stand-in for Boston’s long-reigning shep- Described, in part, by television journal- A-II – Adults and adolescents be inappropriate for young children A-III – Adults R – Restricted; under 17 requires accom- A-IV – Adults, with reservations panying parent or adult guardian L – Limited adult audience NC-17 – No one under 17 admitted O – Morally offensive

Dead Man Down three presiding witches (Mila Kunis, Ra- (FilmDistrict) chel Weisz and Michelle Williams) embod- Seeking revenge for the gangland killing ies goodness — pose stumbling blocks on that claimed his family, a brooding lug (Co- the way to his promised destiny. Director lin Farrell) lures the underworld kingpin Sam Raimi’s fantasy adventure empha- responsible (Terrence Howard) into a trap sizes confidence, cooperation, the marvels by serving him as a loyal assassin, thereby of science and a generalized faith in happy gaining the gangster’s confidence. Along endings, though his protagonist is shown the way, the victim-turned-hired-gun falls praying to God in times of need. More for his neighbor (Noomi Rapace) who’s out problematic is the fact that several plot for payback of her own via blackmail. The points turn on the wizard’s womanizing. labyrinthine game of cat and mouse that While the specifics are omitted, the subject ensues, under Niels Arden Oplev’s direc- matter is unsuitable for small moviegoers, tion, is further warped by skewed moral who might also be frightened by some of values. A benign view of revenge, perva- the spooky creatures jumping out at them sive gory violence, including gunplay and from the screen. Mature references, peril- torture, a nongraphic bedroom scene with ous situations, a couple of mild swears, po- brief rear nudity, relentless profane and tentially upsetting images. A-II; PG rough language. O; R The Last Exorcism Part II Oz the Great and Powerful (CBS) (Disney) This low-budget sequel to 2010’s “The Lush visuals and sly humor boost this Last Exorcism” finds the heroine of the 3-D prequel to the 1939 classic “The Wiz- original (Ashley Bell) running around New ard of Oz” based on the writings of L. Frank Orleans trying to escape the demon who Baum. A small-time carnival magician once possessed her — and who is now in (James Franco) finds his life transformed love with her. Director Ed Gass-Donnelly, when a Kansas tornado transports him to who co-wrote the screenplay, saves the big the magical Land of Oz. There, he discov- effects for the end. So, for nearly an hour, ers that both his arrival and his eventual the main character just wanders around victory over the forces of darkness gripping or goes about her job while spooky mu- the realm have been prophesied. But self- sic plays. Confused treatment of religion, doubt — together with his initial inability fleeting sexual imagery, mild gore, a couple to determine which of his new homeland’s of uses of profanity. L; PG-13 March 22, 2013 ENTERTAINMENT The Catholic Commentator 17 Entering a committed relationship with God 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 01 11 21 31 41 51 61

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Because We Can 02 12 22 Refrain: Eating take-out on the coffee table; Paper 32 42 52 62 72 I don’t wanna be another wave in the ocean; dishes, pour a glass of wine; Turn down the 82 29 30 13 23 I am a rock, not just another grain of sand; sound and move a little closer; And for the (That’s what I am); I wanna be the one you run moment everything is all right 33 43 53 63 73 to when you need a shoulder; I ain’t a soldier, 83 93 04 but I’m here to take a stand; Because we can (Repeat refrain.) 14 24 34

She’s in the kitchen staring out the window; Because we can, our love can move a moun- 44 54 64 So tired of living life in black and white; Right tain; We can, if you believe in we; We can, just now she’s missing those Technicolor kisses; wrap your arms around me; We can, we can 47 84 94 05 15 When he turns down the light 25 35 45 55 65 (Repeat refrain.) But lately he’s feeling like a broken promise; 75 85 95 06 In the mirror staring down his doubt; There’s Because we can, our love can move a moun- 16 26 36 only one thing in this world that he knows; He tain; We can, if you believe in we; We can, just said forever and he’ll never let her down wrap your arms around me; We can, we can 46 56 66

moc.scilohtacrofsemagdrow.www (Repeat refrain.) Because we can ACROSS 4 There was no room here 1 Recent pope, affectionately 5 Lot, to Abraham Sung by Bon Jovi | Copyright © 2013 by Island Records. 5 Person in authority 6 Greek epic poem 9 Tree starter 7 Containers 14 Make 8 Court unit 15 Writer Wiesel 9 US Justice Dept. agency 16 Number of days Jonah spent in 10 Oratory on Jovi’s latest disc, “What discover whether your romance the belly of a large fish (Jon 1:17) 11 Killer whale About Now,” is the group’s is based on more than infatua- 17 Duration 12 Go for a spin? 12th, marking it as a trib- tion or sexual desire. Love asks 18 Beer serving 13 Promontory B 19 Confronts 21 “A dillar, a dollar, ___ o’clock ute to endurance and talent. Of you and your partner to be fair 20 Held session scholar” course, I’m prejudiced, as Bon and respectful with each other as 21 Cries of discovery 24 IRS experts Jovi is one of my all-time favor- you craft middle ground that both 22 Friends 25 Wretched hut 23 Selected by vote 26 Pundit’s page ites. can accept – a helpful process to 25 Nazareth, to Jesus 27 “For us ___, and for our Released early in January resolve conflict. Infatuation at- 28 Church seat salvation…” off the new album is the single tempts to ignore differences; love 29 Bleak 29 DC Catholic university team 33 The Evil One 30 Not odd “Because We Can.” The song’s works them out. 36 Loom-made 31 Plants character has decided that he Even when people commit 37 Broadcast to the world 32 Surfeit doesn’t want to be “another wave themselves to such honesty, fair- 38 Goes to court 33 They travel at speeds greater 39 Howled than the speed of sound (abbr.) in the ocean” because “I’m a rock.” ness and respect, relationships 40 Salamander 34 French department He knows romance has ups and still need the kind of faith that 41 As yet unscheduled, briefly 35 Mr. Mack, and others downs. the song describes. Staying in 42 “…a chosen race, a ___ 36 “Fort” diocese in Indiana On The Record priesthood” (1 Pet 2:9) 39 ___ of Genesis At times, he has to face down love won’t consistently ask you to 43 The house of a parson 40 Collars his “doubt,” presumably about Charlie Martin “move a mountain,” but at times 44 The met in three 42 Narrow inlet whether love will last. Yet, “there it may feel that way. This is one 46 Nahum follower (abbr.) 43 Catholic author ___ Higgins Clark 47 Cod relative 45 Old Testament town that was is only one thing in this world that he knows.” reason why marriage is a sacrament. 48 Adjective for Esau home of the tribe of Ephraim He is a man of commitment and when “he said Any enduring love will need to be solidly 52 202, in ancient Rome 46 Some years of Jesus’ life forever” he knew that he would “never let her based in the presence of God. When the source 55 “We are many parts, we are all 48 According to Proverbs, a gracious one ___…” woman gets this (Prov 11:16) down.” He realizes that if they can keep their of all love is your foundation, you have a better 56 Plague 49 The ___ Room, where the belief in “we,” then their “love can move a moun- way to approach the difficulties that emerge. 57 Relaxes disciples experienced the Holy tain.” Like the song’s character, there will be situ- 59 ___ of milk and honey Spirit 60 Mtg. 50 Theme Such intent is commendable and necessary ations that cause doubt to arise. However, faith 61 Farewell, from Juan 51 Not needed for any relationship that will last. However, even provides a path to move beyond pain. Keep 62 The duck in “Peter and the Wolf” 52 Stuff of creation the strongest intent will be tested. God made us believing in the presence of God within your 63 Next in line 53 Set of principles 64 Okays 54 Hip bones individuals with different preferences, interests relationship as a grace of healing and renewal. 65 Give notice 55 Small yeast cake and choices. Many times, at the beginning of a Hurt and pain will be present in a variety of 66 Medieval Spanish chest 58 Evidence of a leak romance, these differences are not seen because situations, but faith, especially faith shared with DOWN 59 Not high 1 Father of David 60 Their logo is a torch within a of the excitement of being in love. However, in a partner, builds confidence, and through persis- 2 Adjective for the Bishop of Rome heart time, it is natural that these differences clearly tence and patience, problems can be overcome. 3 Angry Solution on page 20 surface. If you are considering entering a commit- As a relationship deepens and heads toward ted relationship, pray for this kind of faith. Ask marriage, we need not be afraid of the problems God to be the real “rock” in your relationship, or conflicts that emerge out of these differences. and then look forward to ongoing learning and In fact, this is good. If you are not the person growing. Love asks much of us, but it gives even you portray yourself to be, then your partner more. doesn’t really know you. Getting to know another person takes lots of Martin is an Indiana pastoral counselor who re- time and is a lifelong process. But you should views current music for Catholic News Service. understand one another well enough to see Your comments are always welcome. Please differences and even experience some of the write to: [email protected] or at 7125 problems that surface from such differences. West Country Road 200 South, Rockport, IN When these differences cause difficulties, you 47635. 18 The Catholic Commentator VIEWPOINT March 22, 2013 Freedom from anxiety driving force for many

nxiety, like all tensions, place where love happens: Mary, eats at us at various lev- As soon as we have financial security, we carrying spices to embalm his Aels. More superficially, we become anxious about protecting it; and as dead body, goes searching for worry about many things. Deep Jesus on Easter Sunday morn- down though we are anxious in a ing. She meets him, but doesn’t way that colors most everything soon as we have power, we are constantly recognize him. Supposing him we do. So much of what moti- to be the gardener, she asks him vates and drives us is an uncon- looking over our shoulders in fear about where she might find the body scious attempt to free ourselves of the dead Jesus. Jesus replies from anxiety. We are forever losing it. by repeating the question with nursing the hope that we can free unconditional relationship, open yourself so that in your which he opened the Gospel: ourselves from anxiety through becomes a drug, with the same deepest self you will hear God “What are you looking for?” achievement, success, financial addictive quality and ineffective- say to you: ‘I love you!’ Because Then, before she can answer, security, fame, leaving a mark, ness as any other drug. Sex, like before you hear this inside you, he gives the deepest answer to and through power and sex. We achievement and fame, will not nothing will be enough for you. In Exile that question: He pronounces nurse the secret belief that if we quell the deep demons inside us. You’ll be searching for this and her name in love: “Mary.” In that have the right combination of We are forever trying to give for that, running here and run- Father Ron Rolheiser very particularized affirmation these in our lives, we will have ourselves wholeness, but we ning there, trying every kind of of love (for which Robert Michel the substance we need to feel cannot. We cannot self-justify. thing, but nothing will ever be looking for?” The entire Gospel invites us to pray) he writes her secure and non-anxious. We cannot make ourselves im- quite right. After you hear this of John then tries to answer that name into heaven. He gives her But experience soon teaches mortal. We cannot write our own from God, you will have sub- question: What are we looking for? substance, and he cures her of us that these things, though good names into heaven. Only love stance; you will have found the Throughout John’s Gospel, Jesus her anxiety. in themselves, are not our cure. casts out anxiety and, indeed, thing you’ve been looking for so tells us that we are looking for Since love needs to be mu- Indeed they can, and often do, only a certain kind of love can long. Only after you have heard many things: Living-water which tual, that affirmation has to be make us more anxious: As soon give us substance. Only God’s these words will you finally be quenches our deepest thirst and responded to in kind. And ... as we have financial security, we love can write our names into free of your anxiety.” never needs to be drunk again, a in that lies the risk: As Simone become anxious about protect- heaven. What’s the algebra here? In a culture too easily given truth that sets us free, a rebirth Weil puts it: “Inner communion ing it; and as soon as we have Some years ago, I went on a to false sophistication, it can be to something above, a light that is good for the good and bad power, we are constantly looking week-long retreat directed by tempting to dismiss his words as shines eternally. But these images for the bad. God invites all the over our shoulders in fear about Father Robert Michel, a French- naïve, or over-pious, or sentimen- can seem abstract. What’s the real dammed into paradise, but for losing it. As well, success can Canadian missionary. tal; but what these words are invit- kernel inside them? them it is hell.” God willing, for quickly become a cancer because He began the retreat with these ing us to is, in essence, what Jesus The Gospel of John eventu- us it is heaven! we have a congenital propen- words: “I want to make this a invites us to in John’s Gospel. ally answers that in a very clear sity to identify our self-worth very simple retreat for you. I As we know, in the Gospel way. Near the end of the Gospel Oblate Father Rolheiser, theo- with our achievements, and this want to teach you how to pray of John, Jesus exhibits very little (indeed this was probably the logian, teacher, and award- pressures us always to be doing in a particular way. I want to humanity. John’s Gospel depicts original end of John’s Gospel) we winning author, is president of something of importance for fear teach you how to pray so that in him as divine from the first page have that poignant, post-resur- the Oblate School of Theology of no longer feeling worthwhile. your prayer, sometime, perhaps to the last. And, in that Gospel, rection meeting between Jesus in San Antonio, TX. He can be And sex, unless it is experienced not this week, perhaps not even the first words out of Jesus’ mouth and Mary of Magdala. It takes contacted through his website inside a truly committed and this year, but sometime, you will are an invitation: “What are you place in a garden, the archetypal ronrolheiser.com. Divisions that are making us feel uneasy

s fruitful as our country is and as unity, our sense of togetherness. There meekness, trust and the prudence of a wonderful as our church is, there is too much warring against others. Our teacher. Ais far too much discontent in both instincts are telling us that we aren’t This means that to enter into dialogue, these days. This discontent indicates to playing by the rules of healthy commu- we must talk with each other. Unfortu- us that something essential is missing. nity spirit. nately, more often than not, we are talk- What might it be? I believe we are experi- Eliminating some of these divisions ing at each other. encing growing divisions. does not mean doing away with dif- We are encouraged to see the situation We often hear, “In unity there is ferences. Within our church, we have the way another person sees it, to put strength.” At daily Mass we pray for diversity. It includes diversity in our rites, ourselves in the other person’s “shoes.” unity. Yet when Pope Benedict XVI languages and also in the interpretation And yet, the only shoes we wear are our resigned, he pointed to harmful divisions of theology. The same holds true for our own. We also need to stop allowing our within the church as one of our biggest country: diversity is everywhere. selfish interests from outweighing the challenges. need for the common good. In his book “Earth-Honoring Faith,” “Multiculturalism is like a These fundamental principles for Larry Rasmussen writes, “We are by The Human Side carrying on a decent conversation are nature relational beings who know that mixed salad that is a blend missing. Whenever our instincts make us the only life we have, and can have, is Father Eugene Hemrick feel uneasy, it is time to revisit the funda- life together. Our natural condition is of delightful flavors. It is to mentals. not, per Hobbes, the war of each against joyed and savored.” the other and all against all. Our natural be enjoyed and savored.” How do we regain this sense of unity, Father Hemrick, a research associate with condition is a shared instinct to create even while living with our differences? the Life Cycle Research Institute at The coteries and communities held together I remember when we studied growing Years ago, Pope Paul VI wrote the Catholic University of America and in no small part by moral rules, some of multiculturalism in our country. One of “Ecclesiam Suam,” in which coordinator of institutional research at them laws backed by force.” my colleagues said to me, “Multicultural- he said dialogue is imperative for the Washington Theological Union, writes Paraphrasing Rasmussen, we can ism is like a mixed salad that is a blend church’s renewal. He then listed the on issues pertinent to the church and the say that what is missing is our sense of of delightful flavors. It is to be en- qualities of true dialogue: clarity, human spirit for Catholic News Service. March 22, 2013 VIEWPOINT The Catholic Commentator 19 | letter to the editor New message of evangelization People ignore e believe that God sent his son, Yet, too many are sees that the proper Chris- what they learn Jesus, to share our life and thus leaving the Church tian attitude toward the Wreveal who God truly is and today claiming that it is modern world is not fear Like many others, I am very upset what his plan for our salvation is. This hindering their personal but hope.” with the direction our country is plan included Jesus’ founding a church: search for God by clos- I would like to add to going today, but I am more upset with “Though art Peter, and upon this rock ing it off with its claim these comments along how our Catholic religion is treating I will build my church” (Mt. 16:18). It to have all the answers, the same vein. Ever since this situation. I feel people of all faiths was to be a worshiping community of many of them absolute. Vatican II, the hierarchy are ignoring their upbringing and his disciples: “Go, therefore, and make Others think that the of our Church has been the word of God and his command- disciples of all nations, baptizing them Church is too moralistic calling for “A New Evange- ments. I cannot help feeling that our in the name of the father, and of the son, and domineering, keep- lization.” Yet, the number father in heaven and Jesus Christ are and of the holy spirit, teaching them to ing them adolescent with leaving the church has upset with the way his children are observe all that I have commanded you. its rules on everything. increased. Maybe it is be- living these days. And behold, I am with you always, until The extreme individual- cause a very few new ideas How could he not be when people the end of the age” (Mt. 28:19-20). ism of the secular world Another have just been added to all ignore his words on how to live a good Jesus promised us a new life, a more today may further this of the old ones. This not and decent life and pretend that God, abundant life. Our journey to God is not attitude, but it is wise Perspective really new evangelization our father in heaven, is not seeing ev- a solitary search. We receive a rebirth to pay attention to one’s makes Catholicism look erything they are doing that is against by being born into a community wider critics. Father John Carville far too complicated, heavy, his word. I am praying as hard as I can, than our natural family, not limited by Just recently, E. rule-bound and authori- asking God to show those who ignore the temporal values of this world’s com- J. Dionne, a regular tarian. It drives Catholics his word that they are doing wrong, munities – survival, protection, shared political commentator in The Advocate, out, and makes non-Catholics hesitant and that he will save this world and economy, culture and national sover- quoted Nicholas Kristof of the New York to enter. To many, it seems that there are nation from disaster that is sure to eignty. Our Catholic Church exists in Times as saying, “In my travels around just too many hoops to jump through. So come with people disobeying God’s this world, but its values transcend the the world, I encounter two Catholic they yell, “Give me my Bible and leave me warnings of things to come with the values of political communities. At the Churches. One is the rigid all-male alone.” continuous way people are behaving Last Supper Jesus prayed that we may Vatican hierarchy that seems out of touch A better evangelization might be: now days. be one with him and the father and with ... Yet there’s another Catholic Church as Focus on our relationship to God and I know that just as John the Bap- each other, sharing the spirit the father well, one I admire intensely. This is the others through Jesus, both in Scripture tist warned people to repent in his had shared with him. grass-roots Catholic Church that does and in works of mercy. This seems to day, people need to repent today and This church that far more good in the be the “Holy Longing” of post-modern change their way of living. I realize Jesus founded is This not really new world than it ever men and women, the need of the non- many young people grow up today not the visible commu- gets credit for. This is churched as well as the already churched knowing God or who he is, and this nity of disciples that evangelization makes the church that sup- searching for a stronger faith. is because their parents did not raise he intended, “the ports extraordinary Once their basic spiritual need is met, their children in the name of God. ” de- Catholicism look far too aid organizations people may want to deepen and broaden This is why I ask parents to save scribed by the Sec- like Catholic Relief their faith. Then the 2000-year history, this nation and world by teaching ond Vatican Council complicated, heavy, rule- Services and Caritas, tradition and stability of the Roman their children to respect God and his in its Constitution saving lives every Catholic Church may begin to appeal word and to follow this word all their on the Church. The bound and authoritarian. day, and that operates to them. One of the few new success- lives. Perhaps when these children church in essence superb schools that ful evangelization tools to derive from grow up, we will have a nation and is the community of all who profess their provide needy children an escalator out Vatican II has been the RCIA. This Rite world that can get along with each faith in Jesus and who share his spirit of poverty.” for Christian Initiation of Adults was other and peace will finally begin. I see and his vision of God. Its members come It is this kind of church that Dionne aimed at non-Catholics already interest- many good parents today and I pray together around Jesus and the signs of says claims public respect and affec- ed in joining our Church. However, we this is a beginning of God’s love for this his presence that he left us – his spirit, tion. As he puts it, “so many in its ranks could use this same model to strengthen world and a change in the way people his word and his Eucharist. His spirit: walk the talk of the Gospel. Hundreds of the faith and knowledge of our current respect the word of God today. All this he told us that “Wherever two or three thousands of , priests, brothers and church members. We could call it the I pray in God’s name. Amen. are gathered in my name, I am in their laypeople devote their lives to the poor, Rite of Catholic Renewal for Adults – midst.” His word: “Whoever loves me the marginalized, refugees, the disabled RCRA. Sam J. Pigno will keep my word, and my father will and the homeless, simply because Christ Tickfaw, La. love him, and we will come to him and instructed them – us – to do so.” So FATHER CARVILLE is a retired priest in the make our dwelling with him.” His Eu- Dionne wants a new pope “who under- Diocese of Baton Rouge and writes on charist: “I am the living bread who came stands that battling over doctrine is less current topics for The Catholic Commen- L etters to the down from heaven, whoever eats this important for the church’s future than tator. 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Bishop Robert W. Muench 2013 Catholic High School Graduation Schedule

Friday, May 10 Redemptorist High, St. Gerard Majella Church, Baton Rouge 7 p.m. Saturday, May 11 Catholic of Point Coupée High, St. Mary of False River Church, 1 p.m. New Roads Thursday, May 16 St. John High, St. John the Evangelist Church, Plaquemine 6:50 p.m. Friday, May 17 St. Michael the Archangel High, Baton Rouge River Center 3 p.m. Ascension High, Ascension of Our Lord Church, Donaldsonville 7 p.m. Saturday, May 18 St. Thomas Aquinas High, Holy Ghost Church, Hammond 11 a.m. Catholic High with Mass, Baton Rouge River Center 4 p.m. Sunday, May 19 St. Joseph’s Academy with Mass, Baton Rouge River Center 4:30 p.m. 22 The Catholic Commentator YOUTH March 22, 2013 St. Aloysius students initiate service projects

In addition to the many ser- vice projects that are planned and implemented by teachers and administrators at St. Aloy- sius School, some students are creating their own service op- portunities. St. Aloysius guidance coun- selor Merrill Faye Eglin read “The Biggest and Brightest Light” by Marilyn Perlyn to her fourth-grade classes. The book tells the story of a girl whose teacher’s daughter is ill, and she raises money for the family. Motivated by Eglin’s chal- Lauren Craig, Annalise Bellanger, and Hannah Grace Babin deliver lenge to her students to do one books donated by St. Aloysius School students to local libraries. Photo good gift for others this year, provided by Edie Boudreaux | St Aloysius School fourth-graders Sarah Hardin and Mary Stuckey came up with dren’s Hospital and continue to in the gym. The over 6,000 the idea of a scarf project. Both fill orders for scarves. books collected were sorted by girls had been taking sewing For the second year in a row, the Babin family and by sev- lessons from Hardin’s mother, seventh-grader Hannah Grace enth-graders who volunteered Nancy. The girls sewed, mono- Babin and her friends collected to help. The books went to Pe- grammed and sold scarves to gently used books to donate to can Grove Elementary School, support the Our Lady of the school libraries in the area. Redemptorist Elementary Lake Children’s Hospital. “I wanted to do the book School, Livingston Head Start During the Thanksgiving drive because I knew I was Center, Inspire Charter, and holidays, Hardin and Stuckey very fortunate to have books to Greater Hope Academy of Ba- HABEMUS PAPAM – St. Michael the Archangel High School stu- spent close to 10 hours sewing read,” Babin said. “Some people ton Rouge. dents await the news of who will be the new pope on March 13. and working on the project. are not as fortunate as I am.” Babin concluded, “Doing the Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Buenos Aires, Argentina, was Scarves sold for $12 apiece, with Babin and her friends col- book drive made me feel like elected pope by the College of Cardinals. Cardinal Bergoglio se- $10 of each sale benefitting the lected books from students I was really making a differ- lected the name Pope Francis. Photo provided by Ashley Guglielmo | St. Michael hospital. Hardin and Stuckey throughout the school and ence. I’m very thankful that our High School raised $1,000 for OLOL Chil- stacked the boxes on the stage school could help.”

TIMOTHY AWARDS – On March 3, Bishop Robert W. Muench presented Timo- thy Youth Leadership Awards to youth in this diocese at the Diocesan Youth A NEW POPE – Holy Ghost School kindergarteners in Theresa Patti’s class await the Conference. The Timothy Award is the highest recognition from the National announcement of the new pope on March 13. Gathering around a live television Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry for a diocese to confer to a junior or broadcast are, from bottom left, Abby Lejeune, Kady Cormier, Ryder Falcon, Aydan senior in high school who: lives as a of Christ, sets a positive example Bickford, Ava Hasselbeck, Alyssa Labat, Titus Showers, Haylie O’Neill, Aaliyah Clay, for other youth; witnesses his or her faith by exhibiting Catholic morals and Aubrey Gianelloni, Carsyn Couvillion, Laci Rester, Brennan Fugarino, Talon Melerine, integrity; demonstrates Gospel values through service to others; and exhibits Brady Verdin, Jonas Templeton, Payton Tate and Sebastian Sundar. Photo provided by Cindy Christian leadership in the parish, school and/or community. Receiving Timo- Wagner | Holy Ghost School thy Awards from Bishop Muench are, from left, Sydney Landry, St. Philomena Church in Labadieville; Elizabeth Wallace, St. John the Baptist Church in Brus- ly; Kristen Bello, St. Mary of False River Church in New Roads; Nick Johnson Read The Catholic Commentator online and Sydney Balado, St. Joseph Church in Ponchatoula; and Taylor Garrett, St. at thecatholiccommentator.org Anne Church Sorrento. Photo by Abigail Theriot | Youth Office Volunteer March 22, 2013 YOUTH The Catholic Commentator 23 Charles gives others encouragement, straightforward advice

By Debbie Shelley according to Charles. She enjoys personalizes items, such as name of her favorite persons from the Assistant Editor building confidence in younger tags and informational packets Bible is Solomon, who is known girls at the St. James High School and makes creative learning en- for his wisdom. Ahja Charles, 18, a member of cheerleader camp. vironment in each classroom. She As a member of the St. James St. James Church in St. James, Charles also encourages oth- makes gifts for others to let them Youth Group, Charles urges other regularly uses two gifts of the ers in a more private way at St. know she cares about them. young people to embrace their Holy Spirit that St. Paul writes James Church through mentor- Charles’ ability to make others faith. She tells the youth who about in Romans:12 – encourage- ing younger altar servers, who feel comfortable causes people don’t want to become involved ment and words of wisdom. are often nervous as they learn to come to her confidentially for with the church because they Charles encourages crowds of “what they are supposed to do advice. Other youth talk to her want to be seen as cool to “go people as a senior cheerleader for and when” at the altar. “I help about parenting issues, relation- deeper” in their faith life. the St. James High School Wild- them to feel comfortable. I do ships and other “matters of the Additionally, Charles tells the cats. “I love to be in a relationship what I can to calm their nerves,” heart.” older and younger generations at with people in which I can ex- said Charles. “They mostly want someone St. James and St. Philip in Vach- press myself,” she said. She also uses her artistic skills to listen,” Charles said. “I don’t go erie churches to see each other’s Cheerleading is a way to coun- to assist children with their crafts overboard and talk, talk, talk.” point of view. ter negative worldly messages by during vacation Bible school at Charles believes her peers Ahja Charles, 18 She said adults are sometimes making upbeat statements that St. James. As a helper with the know that she will be straight- Hometown: St. James not open to trying new things will create a positive atmosphere, faith formation program, Charles forward and tell them the truth. School: St. James High School concerning the celebration of the Church: St. James liturgy and youth sometimes do not appreciate the teachings of the church, possibly because they Those who come to her do so be- do not understand them. cause they want her to tell them Charles emphasized as older what they need to hear, not what adults joyfully and lovingly ex- they might want to hear. plain the rich traditions of the Charles said her own sources church, the youth can carry them of enlightenment are the sacra- forth with enthusiasm and a fresh ments and the Scriptures. One expression.

Honesty. Respect. Professionalism. Courtesy.

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http://www.bumbabella.com Custom Made, Hand Smocked Dresses, Gowns & Bonnets: Christening, ST. PETER CHANEL PRESENTS PETER PAN – St. Peter Chanel students spent many after-school hours au- Flower Girl, Christmas, ditioning; practicing; putting together costumes and sets; working on sound, lighting, and music; and First Communion, Easter holding dress rehearsals for the school’s production of “Peter Pan.” Well-attended performances were held at the school’s new gymnasium on Feb. 23–24. Photo provided by Sandi Waguespack | St. Peter Chanel School 2415 Dogwood Ave. (225) 284-1098 Baton Rouge, LA 70808-2123 24 The Catholic Commentator March 22, 2013 17-year-old knows where he wants to be now and in eternity

By Barbara Chenevert sion to become a Catholic and to be four years, so he was already fa- St. Romain expressed an inter- He said his grandfather is also Staff Writer baptized during the Easter Vigil at miliar with the Catholic Church. est in the Catholic faith to his girl- supporting his decision to become Holy Family Church in Port Allen. His grandfather is Catholic, but friend’s mother, Stacy Weaver, who Catholic and has attended church Dylon St. Romain hasn’t seen “I know where I want to go in had fallen away from his faith. told him about the Rite of Chris- with him when his health allows. his mother in nine years. His fa- life and I know where I want to go “The loss of my father two years tian Initiation for Adults process. “When we had the First Scru- ther died two years ago. He lives after life,” said the Port Allen High ago made me realize that I needed “I needed God in my life, with ev- tiny, the whole crew came, my between his grandparents’ home School junior. to pray,” St. Romain said. “I pray erything going on, it (the Catholic grandparents, my godparents, my and the home of his girlfriend’s St. Romain said he has been every morning and night and a faith) just pulled me in,” he added. girlfriend and her mother,” he said. family. But none of that phases the going to Mass with his girlfriend, a bunch in between. I pray, not just St. Romain entered RCIA last St. Romain described Holy 17-year-old, who made the deci- member of Holy Family, for about for my needs, but for my family.” August, with his girlfriend, Taylor Family as a “close knit communi- Weaver, a senior at Redemptorist ty” and said he had no trouble con- High School, as his sponsor. necting with the other RCIA can- As a young child, St. Roman didates despite being the youngest said he was angry that his mother in the group. He added both Holy had left her family. “But why let Family Pastor Father David Allen it bother me. I have what I need and Deacon Pat Broussard have in life. I started going to church been a great help to him. here every week. Taylor and I go “When I was little I knew the to 7:30 a.m. Mass.” churches were different. But now He said he has received support I know that everything came from from the Weaver family, not only the Catholic religion. It was the on his spiritual journey, but physi- first Christian religion,” he said. cally and academically as well. He St. Romain is an avid hunter stays with the Weaver family dur- and fisherman and hopes to be- ing the week so he can attend Port come a wildlife and fisheries agent Allen High. On most weekends, after attending college and gain- he goes home to his grandpar- ing law enforcement experience. ents, who live in Erwinville. Taylor “I always wanted to be a cop or a Weaver, an honor student, is not firefighter. But I love to hunt and only a model of faith for him, she fish, so I will have the best of both tutors him, especially in math, St. worlds.” Hunting and fishing are Romain said. In addition, Taylor about my favorite things to do Weaver’s aunt and uncle will serve except for eating,” he said with a as St. Romain’s godparents. laugh.

=A Time of Renewal

There are l52 weeks in each year, but only one is referred to as Holy Week. – a time for each of us to renew our commitment to God and evaluate what is truly important in our lives. Every day at St. Vincent de Paul, we see people who have lost everything but their faith. They may not have enough to eat; they may be too poor to have a prescription filled; and some have no homes; but their faith is strong. The assurance that God is in charge carries them forward from one day to the next, and faith gives them the strength they need to survive the most difficult of times. In today’s world, we are Christ’s eyes, and we see the suffering in our community. We are His hands, and we reach out to others. Why do we become sad when someone else is in pain? Why do our hearts break when we see a grandmother in ragged clothes, or a hungry child? Those are the times we hear Christ’s voice most clearly, asking us to do what is right and good, to do what He would do if He were still here on Earth. He still speaks to us if we will just listen. Learn about the power of faith in the enclosed insert.

Help Christ’s Ministry to the Needy Continue! – See the St. Vincent de Paul envelope insert in this issue and help today!