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New cardinals named Bishop declares Our Lady of Lourdes Formal induction set Feb. 22 Page 3 as Marian patron

Indiana Catholic Conference This year’s session and preschool vouchers Pages 4-5

Babies baptized encourages motherhood, family Page 6

Novena for Life U.S. bishops encourage prayers Page 11

Blessing St. Jude stations

Page 20 KEVIN HAGGENJOS Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades gathers with Principal Carl Loesch, chaplain Father Chris Lapp and student leaders of Marian High School at a Jan. 9 pastoral visit. Feasibility study Bishop names patron considers Catholic for all diocesan high schools

BY TRISH LINNER first apparition appeared to her in the cave of middle/high school Massabielle while she was gathering firewood with her sister and a family friend on Feb. 11, MISHAWAKA —Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades 1858. Our Lady appeared in center of diocese made his first pastoral visit of the new year to to Bernadette 18 times dur- Marian High School on Thursday, Jan. 9, to cel- ing that year. Numerous BY ANN CAREY ebrate Mass, visit with students and faculty and See Bishop healings also were cred- announce the new patron — Our Lady of Rhoades’ column, ited to the spring water that NOTRE DAME — Would a Catholic middle and Lourdes — for the Mishawaka school. In Truth and Bernadette found after Our high school be feasible for the center of the Diocese Bishop Rhoades will be visiting all four dioc- Charity, page 2 Lady instructed her to dig in of Fort Wayne-South Bend? A consulting group at esan Catholic high schools to announce the patron the ground. Bernadette was the request of Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades is studying saint at each school. “This is something I have later canonized as a saint. In that question. thought about for a long time. I am excited about 1862, Pope Pius IX autho- The diocese currently has four Catholic high what this will mean for the students,” Bishop rized Bishop Bertrand-Sévère Laurence to permit schools: two in Fort Wayne and two in South Bend. Rhoades said. the veneration of the Blessed Virgin Mary in There is no Catholic high school in the center of the Our Lady of Lourdes is a of the Blessed Lourdes. diocese, and only one of the Catholic grade schools Mother in honor of the apparitions witnessed by Bernadette Soubirous, a 14-year-old peas- STUDY, PAGE 7 ant girl from the nearby village of Lourdes. The MARIAN, PAGE 20 2 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC January 19, 2014 TODAY’S CATHOLIC newspaper of the Patron saints Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend P.O. Box 11169 Fort Wayne, IN 46856

PUBLISHER: Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades for our diocesan high schools

EDITOR: Tim Johnson NEWS EDITOR and STAFF WRITER: Kay Cozad IN TRUTH Editorial Department PAGE DESIGNER: Francie Hogan AND FREELANCE WRITERS: Ann Carey, Michelle CHARITY Castleman, Karen Clifford, Bonnie Elberson, Denise Fedorow, Diane BY BISHOP KEVIN C. RHOADES Freeby, Sister Margie Lavonis, CSC, Jodi Magallanes, Joe Kozinski, Vince ach year, I thoroughly enjoy my official LaBarbera and Deb Wagner Evisits to our wonderful four diocesan high schools. I also enjoy “un-official” visits Business Department for various events. I try to visit Saint Joseph BUSINESS MANAGER: Sean McBride High School in South Bend on March 19th AD GRAPHICS DIRECTOR: Mark Weber every year, the feast of the school’s patron, BOOKKEEPING/CIRCULATION: Kathy Voirol Saint Joseph. It is a special day of celebra- [email protected] tion there. I have been thinking for some time that it would be good for each of our Advertising Sales high schools to have a patron saint and feast day. I have decided, after consultation with Tess Steffen the principals, to name patron saints for all (260) 456-2824 the high schools. The of the schools remain the same. Of course, Saint Joseph is the patron Web site: www.todayscatholicnews.org saint of Saint Joseph High School. Both the name of the school and the title of the BISHOP DWENGER HIGH SCHOOL, QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS SAINT JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL, ST. JOSEPH Published weekly except second chapel is “Saint Joseph.” I believe that the Sunday of January; and every other devotion of the Holy Cross Brothers, who week from the fourth Sunday in originally staffed the high school, to Saint June through the middle Sunday Joseph influenced the naming of the school. of September; and last Sunday in The feast day of the high school, therefore, December by the Diocese of Fort is the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Husband of Wayne-South Bend, 1103 S. Calhoun th St., P.O. Box 390, Fort Wayne, IN 46801. Mary, on March 19 . Periodicals postage paid at Fort Wayne, It is clear that the patron saint of Marian IN, and additional mailing office. High School is the Blessed Virgin Mary, since the title of the school is “Marian.” POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: However, the school is not named with any Today’s Catholic, P.O. Box 11169, Fort particular title of Mary nor does the school Wayne, IN 46856-1169 or email: have a particular patronal feast day. I have, [email protected]. therefore, decided to designate Mary, under the title of Our Lady of Lourdes, as the MAIN OFFICE: 915 S. Clinton St., Fort patron of Marian High School. The feast day Wayne, IN 46802. Telephone (260) of the high school will be celebrated each 456-2824. Fax: (260) 744-1473. year on February 11th, the Memorial of Our BUREAU OFFICE: 1328 Dragoon Trail, Lady of Lourdes. I have seen the wonderful Mishawaka, IN 46544. Telephone (260) 456-2824. Fax (260) 744-1473. devotion of young people to Our Lady of Lourdes, particularly at World Youth Day News deadline is the Monday morning a few years ago when we spent a few days before publication date. Advertising in Lourdes to the event in . deadline is nine days before publica- Saint Bernadette, a teenager when Our Lady tion date. appeared to her, is a wonderful example for our youth. Today’s Catholic may be reached at : Bishop Luers High School was originally MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL, OUR LADY OF LOURDES BISHOP LUERS HIGH SCHOOL, ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI Today’s Catholic, staffed by the Franciscan Order. The com- P.O. Box 11169, Fort Wayne, IN munity has always had a special devotion 46856-1169; or email: to Saint Francis of Assisi, therefore, I have the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary. faithfully followed Christ is to be inspired [email protected] decided to designate Saint Francis of Assisi The new chapel, presently being planned, with a new reason for seeking the city which ISSN 0891-1533 as the patron of Bishop Luers High School. will also have the title of “Queen of All is to come, while at the same time we are USPS 403630 The feast day of Bishop Luers High School Saints.” taught to know a most safe path by which will be celebrated each year on October 4th, I am designating these patrons for our … we will be able to arrive at perfect union the Memorial of Saint Francis of Assisi. The high schools in order to promote the venera- with Christ, that is, holiness. God shows to new chapel, presently being planned, will also tion of these wonderful saints and also to us, in a vivid way, his presence and his face have the title of Saint Francis of Assisi. The implore their intercession for our high school in the lives of those companions of ours in popular Saint Francis is an ideal role model communities. The veneration of the saints the human condition who are more perfectly for our young people who inspires all to live fosters our sanctification and growth in holi- transformed into the image of Christ. He the Gospel of in simplicity and humility. ness. Their example helps us in living the speaks to us in them and offers us a sign of Find us on Facebook! Bishop Dwenger High School students Christian life. I also think it is good that the this kingdom, to which we are powerfully www.facebook.com/diocesefwsb and teams are called “the Saints.” I have high schools have a patronal feast day, as attracted, so great a cloud of witnesses is decided, therefore, to designate the Blessed Saint Joseph High School does, in order to there given and such a witness to the truth of Virgin Mary, under the title Queen of All celebrate their Catholic identity in a special the Gospel. (Lumen Gentium #50) Saints, as the patron of Bishop Dwenger way each year. May Saint Joseph, Our Lady of Lourdes, High School. The feast day of Bishop It is good to remember the following words Saint Francis of Assisi, and Our Lady, Follow us on ! Dwenger High School will be celebrated of the Second Vatican Council about the saints: Queen of All Saints, intercede for us and our @diocesefwsb each year on August 22nd, the Memorial of To look on the life of those who have Catholic high school communities! January 19, 2014 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC 3 resigns after allegation Public Schedule of of of minor biShoP Kevin c. RhoadeS Father James Seculoff, pastor of Saint Patrick Parish in Walkerton, has resigned from the office of pastor after being accused of sexual abuse of a minor, alleged to have taken place approximately 44 years ago. After receiving the allegation, the diocese conducted a preliminary investiga- • Tuesday, January 21, 3 p.m. — Mass for Diocesan tion in accord with the norms of the Church and diocesan policy. The investiga- Participants at March for Life, Saint Matthew Cathedral, tion revealed sufficient evidence that the abuse did occur. Bishop Rhoades sought the advice of the Washington, D.C. Diocesan Review Board which examined the evidence and advised the bishop in the assessment of the • Wednesday, Jan. 22, 9:30 a.m. — Youth Mass before allegation as credible. March for Life, Verizon Center, Washington, D.C. As required by Church law, the diocese has notified both civil authorities and the Vatican Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith. The norms of the Church also require that Father Seculoff be withdrawn from the public exercise of the sacred ministry while the canonical process continues. If anyone has been the victim of sexual abuse by a member of the , please contact the diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator, Mary Glowaski, at 260-399-1458 or the , Bishop Rhoades to Robert Schulte, at 260-422-4611. celebrate Memorial Mass Priest appointment for Bishop D’Arcy

Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades has appointed Father Jan Klimczyk as Administrator of FORT WAYNE — Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades Saint Patrick Parish, Walkerton, effective January 15, 2014. will celebrate a Memorial Mass for Bishop John M. D’Arcy at 12:05 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 3 — the first anniversary of the pass- ing of Bishop D’Arcy. The Mass will take place at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Fort Wayne, and all the faithful are welcome to attend. After Mass, the annual Pope names 19 new cardinals, blessing of throats for the feast of St. Blaise will be offered. In addition, the Cathedral Choir will perform the Requiem including six from Latin America Mass by Gabriel Fauré in memory of Bishop D’Arcy at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 2, (the anniversary of Bishop D’Arcy’s priestly ) in the Cathedral of the Immaculate BY FRANCIS X. ROCCA Conception. Admission is free, and all are invited to attend.

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — named 19 new cardinals, including the of Westminster and Quebec and six Diocese gains preliminary men from his home region of Latin America, and announced a consis- tory for their formal induction into relief in HHS Lawsuit the Feb. 22. The pope announced the nomi- FORT WAYNE — The the U.S. Department of Health nations to the faithful in St. Peter’s District and Human Resources — have Square shortly after noon Jan. 12, Court, Northern District violated their rights under after praying the Angelus. of Indiana, has entered a the Religious Freedom The consistory will bring the preliminary injunction Restoration Act of 1993, total number of cardinals to 218 temporarily barring 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000bb and the number of cardinals under enforcement of the et seq., the First age 80 to 122. Until they reach their CNS PHOTO/MARCIN MAZUR, BISHOPS’ CONFERENCE OF ENGLAND AND WALES Affordable Care Amendment of the 80th birthdays, cardinals are eligible of Westminster celebrates Mass at the closing of Act’s con- Constitution of to vote in a conclave to elect a new the Year of Faith in November 2013 in . He is among 19 new cardinals traceptive the United pope. named by Pope Francis Jan. 12. mandate States and the Two current cardinal electors against Administrative will turn 80 in March, bringing the the Church. • Ivorian Archbishop Jean-Pierre the Diocese Procedure Act, number of electors back to the limit Among the new so-called honor- Kutwa of Abidjan, Ivory Coast, 68. of Fort Wayne- 5 U.S.C. § 500 et of 120 set by Pope Paul VI. (Other ary cardinals is Cardinal-designate • Brazilian Archbishop Orani South Bend, seq., by enacting have occasionally exceeded Loris Capovilla, who served as Tempesta of Rio de Janeiro, 63. Catholic the “contraception that limit for short periods of time.) personal secretary to Blessed John • Italian Archbishop Gualtiero Charities of the mandate,” which Five of the new electors are from XXIII. Bassetti of Perguia-Citta della Pieve, Diocese of Fort requires certain Latin America, an increase by one- Here is the list of the new cardi- 71. Wayne-South employers to provide third of the current number from nals: • Argentine Archbishop Mario Bend, Inc, Saint coverage for contracep- the region. Latin America, home • Italian Archbishop Pietro Poli of , 66. Anne Home and tion and sterilization pro- to about 40 percent of the world’s Parolin, Vatican secretary of state, • Korean Archbishop Andrew Retirement Community cedures in their employee Catholics, will account for 16 per- who will turn 59 Jan. 17. Yeom Soo-jung of , 70. of the Diocese of Fort health care plans on a no- cent of the group eligible to choose • Italian Archbishop Lorenzo • Chilean Archbishop Ricardo Wayne-South Bend, Inc., cost-sharing basis, or face stiff the next pope. Baldisseri, general secretary of the Ezzati Andrello of Santiago, 72. Franciscan Alliance, Inc., financial penalties and the risk Four of the new cardinal electors Synod of Bishops, 73. • Burkina Faso Archbishop Specialized Physicians of of enforcement actions for the are from , leaving that nation’s • German Archbishop Gerhard Philippe Ouedraogo of Illinois, LLC, University of failure to do so. share practically unchanged at Muller, of the Congregation Ouagadougou, 68. Saint Francis and Our Sunday The defendants have moved nearly a quarter. for the Doctrine of the Faith, 66. • Philippine Archbishop Orlando Visitor, Inc. to dismiss the amended com- Four new cardinal electors are • Italian Archbishop Beniamino Quevedo of Cotabato, 74. The court’s order was filed, plaint. By granting a preliminary Vatican , three of them in Stella, prefect of the Congregation • Haitian Bishop Friday, Dec. 27 by Judge Jon injunction, the court focuses offices that traditionally entail mem- for Clergy, 72. of Les Cayes, 55. DeGuilio. only on plaintiffs’ request for bership in the college. • English Archbishop Vincent • Italian Archbishop Capovilla, The plaintiffs had filed their injunctive relief and defendants’ Another three of the new car- Nichols of Westminster, 68. 98. first amended verified com- objection in an effort to prevent dinals are already over the age of • Nicaraguan Archbishop • Spanish Archbishop Fernando plaint seeking declaratory and the possibility of any unjust 80 and, therefore, ineligible to vote Solorzano of Sebastian Aguilar, retired, of injunctive relief claiming that enforcement of the contraception in a conclave. The pope uses such Managua, 64. Pamplona, 84. the government defendants — mandate against plaintiffs begin- nominations to honor churchmen for • Canadian Archbishop Gerald • Saint Lucian Archbishop including Kathleen Sebelius ning Jan. 1, 2014 while the case their scholarship or other service to Lacroix of Quebec, 56. , retired, of Castries, 80. in her capacity as Secretary of proceeds to conclusion. 4 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC January 19, 2014 Indiana Catholic Conference gears up for legislative work as lawmakers return to state capitol

INDIANAPOLIS — A new year anacc.org ) “There will be many issues on (R-Fort Wayne) who serves as brings hope and challenges. This “Our overall goal this year, the table, and we will be taking President Pro Tempore in the message rings crystal clear for as is every year, is to promote a part in the process to ensure that Senate. INDIANA those who headed to the state consistent life ethic,” said Tebbe. the voice of the Church and the “These two men wield enor- capitol for the opening of a new The consistent life ethic teaches least among us are heard,” Tebbe mous influence given their CATHOLIC legislative session of the Indiana that all human life from concep- said. leadership roles by serving as General Assembly, Jan. 7. tion to natural death has dignity Tebbe said that in years past, gatekeepers on legislation,” said CONFERENCE This included the return of and deserves respect and protec- the success of the ICC’s leg- Tebbe. “We will be working Republican Gov. Mike Pence, a tion. islative agenda is impacted in with leadership to forward the BRIGID CURTIS AYER Republican-controlled House and “It is out of this moral frame- part by: 1) the willingness of Church’s initiatives.” Senate made-up of 150 state law- work that the the leadership in the House and Tebbe said that committee makers, 100 House members and speaks to all issues,” said Senate to have these bills heard chairs also might decide the fate 50 Senators, and the Church’s Tebbe. “The Indiana Catholic in committee; 2) a willingness of any given bill even if it meets Resources public policy watchdog, the Conference will be working to of lawmakers to work in unison with approval of the House and Indiana Catholic Conference. protect families and children — with the Church’s efforts; and 3) Senate leaders. Legislative Action Center “Our goal during this ‘short’ and all underlying necessities to a willingness of Catholics in the Republicans hold super-major- available via the ICC web page session will be to do no harm,” support families and children.” pew to be engaged in the political ities in both houses meaning they (www.indianacc.org) said Glenn Tebbe, executive The ICC will be engaged in process. have enough members to conduct Visitors to the center can sign director for the Indiana Catholic promoting and improving educa- To better equip Catholics to and pass legislation without the up for the weekly I-CAN Update Conference (ICC), who serves as tion policies and programs; safe- participate in the process, the ICC Democrats. Republicans hold a newsletter, identify his or her rep- the official public policy spokes- guarding parents and educational offers an online system that pro- (69-31) majority in the Indiana resentatives, contact lawmakers, person for the Indiana bishops. institutions’ rights and responsi- vides efficient and effective com- House of Representatives and and much more. To explore the Tebbe said that to “do no harm” bilities; protecting religious liber- munication with members of the hold a (37-13) majority in the new means of political engage- means he will work to stave off ties regarding marriage and health Indiana General Assembly and Senate. ment go to www.indianacc.org attempts to change laws that care; protecting programs that the U.S. Congress. A Legislative The Indiana General Assembly and click “Legislative Action currently are effective in protect- support vulnerable families and Action Center is available on the alternates biannually between a Center.” ing families and children, while individuals; and ensuring new ICC web page (www.indianacc. “long” session or budget session, Statehouse Calendar working to support new laws that programs or initiatives to protect org) that allows visitors to par- to a “short” session. This year is promote the consistent life ethic parent rights and responsibilities ticipate in the political process in a “short” session. Tebbe said law- Jan. 7 — Session began and the common good. and to enhance family life. a number of ways. Visitors to the makers will work at break-neck Jan. 14 — Governor’s State of “Obviously the big gorilla in According to Tebbe, the ICC center can sign up for the weekly speed to meet the short working the State Address the room in terms of issues this will work with state lawmakers I-CAN Update newsletter, identi- deadlines of this year’s session, Feb. 3 — Third reading dead- coming session will be the mar- to require parental notification for fy his or her representatives, con- which lasts only 10-weeks. Due line for House bills in the House riage amendment,” said Tebbe. minors to use Plan B abortion- tact lawmakers, and much more. to time constraints, the “short” Feb. 5 — Third reading dead- “The Church’s teaching is clear inducing drugs; improve access To explore the electronic political session renders fewer introduced line for Senate bills in the Senate that we support traditional mar- to early childhood education; engagement go to www.indi- bills, roughly 1,000 bills. Tebbe March 3 — Third reading riage between one man and one improve childcare regulations; anacc.org and click “Legislative says that far fewer than that deadline for Senate bills in the woman, and have a long history work to bridge the health insur- Action Center.” number will actually get hearings House. in the public square of support- ance gap under the Affordable State lawmakers in the House and move through the process. March 4 — Third reading ing traditional marriage. We will Care Act for Medicaid and will be led by Rep. Brian Bosma Lawmakers must complete legis- deadline for House bills in the continue that effort.” (See Indiana lower income families; and work (R-Indianapolis), who serves lative business by March 14. Senate. bishops’ statement on marriage toward passing legislation to as Speaker of the House, and March 14 — Session adjourns issued Dec. 13, at www.indi- improve Indiana adoption laws. in the Senate, Sen. David Long

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INDIANAPOLIS — A bill to Behning and House Speaker multiple years to assist in early Scholarship voucher program for give low income families with Brian Bosma, both Republicans, childhood initiatives. Stuart said grades K-12, he claims it would young children access to an early and Democrat lawmaker Rep. that research shows for every $1 lead to increased funds being INDIANA education voucher passed the Shelli Vandenburgh, initiates a invested in early childhood edu- diverted from public to private House Education Committee preschool pilot program in five cation the state saves $16 in later schools. CATHOLIC Jan. 9. The Indiana Catholic counties across Indiana. The plan remediation. Stuart said, “Every “As the K-12 voucher program Conference supports the legisla- targets low-income children who child deserves a chance to be pre- grows, public school students get CONFERENCE tion. would receive a voucher to attend pared to learn and ultimately be fewer resources,” said Smith. BRIGID CURTIS AYER The measure, House Bill 1004, a state approved, high-quality successful with a productive life.” John O’Neal, of the Indiana establishes the early education preschool program. Angela Smith Jones, direc- State Teachers Association, scholarship pilot program. The “We have done a lot in mov- tor of public policy for the raised similar concerns that the program would provide supple- ing education and education Indianapolis Chamber of pilot program would serve as a part of the bill intact. mental funding for eligible chil- reform forward. The greatest Commerce, said early childhood “feeder system” into the K-12 House Bill 1004 now moves to dren receiving eligible services need where we have not done a education has been their organi- voucher program. its second reading on the House from certain early education lot is the area of early childhood zation’s top priority for the past Vandenburgh asked Behning floor where it may be amended providers. Beginning after June education,” said Behning. “There 10 years. She added that early if he would consider removing before it reaches its third reading 30, 2015, an eligible child may is no question, Indiana is behind childhood education boosts the the portion of the bill, which and a final House vote. receive a scholarship through the rest of the nation in providing overall academic success for gives children access to the K-12 the program. Under the plan, a early childhood education espe- children throughout their school Choice Scholarship. Behning child or a sibling of a child who cially to children of poverty.” years and “provides a home- reminded Vandenburgh about receives an early education schol- Under the bill, eligible stu- grown pipeline of workforce- the coming Senate battle to get arship and meets certain other dents would come from families ready individuals for our business the bill passed and that many applicable criteria is eligible for at 185 percent of the federal pov- community.” members in the Senate who are To explore the ICC’s electronic the Choice Scholarship program erty guidelines, which is $43,567 Derek Redelman, vice presi- not very pro-early education, public policy tool and join the from grades K-12. for a family of four according dent of education and workforce voted for the bill last year pri- ICC legislative network go to Glenn Tebbe, executive direc- the federal Health and Human policy for the Indiana Chamber marily because it had the Choice the ICC Web page at www.indi- tor for the Indiana Catholic Services Department. Students of Commerce, echoed Smith’s Scholarship entry point. For now, anacc.org and click “Legislative Conference said, “The program selected for the pilot program remarks saying early childhood Behning said he was keeping that Action Center.” outlined in HB 1004 will provide would receive $6,800 to attend a education was a “high priority” needed assistance to families who high-quality preschool program and “critical approach” to the may experience more obstacles for a child attending a full-day business community. and whose children are often program or $3,400 for a child While public schools advo- without sufficient opportunities who attends a half-day program. cates have a history of being that benefit their social and cog- The bill would authorize the pro- strong supporters of preschool nitive development.” gram, however, funding would education, several raised concerns Tebbe added, “Public policy need to be allocated during the about some of the specifics of the We are the light of the World! should maximize the quality of 2015 budget session. bill. educational opportunities for all Leaders from the business Vic Smith, representing the FAITH COLLEGE PREP ATHLETICS ARTS children by ensuring that all par- community around Indiana spoke Indiana Coalition of Public ents have access to and the finan- in favor of the legislation during Education, rose in opposition cial capability to exercise the the Jan. 9 education hearing. to the legislation and said, “We right to choose the school they Connie Bond Stuart, regional need to end the erosion of public believe is best for their children.” vice president for PNC Bank of school funding.” Since House The bill, authored by three Indianapolis, testified in support Bill 1004 gives students in the Indianapolis lawmakers, House of the bill noting that PNC Bank pilot program an automatic entry  Education Chairman Rep. Bob has committed $350 million over point into the state’s Choice

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BY CAROL GLATZ send the requested paperwork to the Vatican, Scardia said. “But they called me back right (CNS) — Pope away and this problem, too, was Francis assured mothers that taken care of,” he told the Italian breast-feeding their babies in pub- daily Corriere della Sera. lic, even during a in Scardia said they consider them- the , is okay. selves to be believers and wanted No chorus is as wonderful as the their 7-month-old daughter to squeaks, squeals and banter of chil- receive the sacrament of Baptism. dren, the pope said during a Mass He said they had not gotten mar- in which he baptized 32 babies on ried in the Church because “we were the feast of the Baptism of the Lord, in a hurry and there wasn’t time Jan. 12. to organize a Church ceremony. “Some will cry because they are Maybe we will get married in the uncomfortable or because they are Church sometime later.” hungry,” he said during his brief and One of the intentions read dur- unscripted homily. ing the prayers of the faithful was “If they are hungry, mothers, let for families and asked that “the them eat, no worries, because here Lord rekindle the sacramental grace they are the main focus,” he said. of marriage and give (parents) the One of the mothers, Emer ability to teach their children in the McCarthy, an Irish journalist at faith.” , told Catholic News In his homily, Pope Francis told Service that while most of the other the parents and godparents the faith mothers had brought baby bottles was “the most beautiful inheritance for feedings, she did not hesitate to they will leave” their children and breast-feed her daughter, Polly Rose, CNS PHOTO/L’OSSERVATORE ROMANO VIA that they had “the duty to hand discreetly at appropriate moments Pope Francis looks over an infant as he baptizes 32 children in the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican Jan. 12. The celebra- down the faith.” Later, at the Angelus prayer during the ceremony. tion marked the feast of the Baptism of the Lord. She said she hoped the pope’s with pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s encouragement would help over- Square, the pope again underlined come social taboos against breast- woman he saw at a Wednesday The pope’s remarks “underline work at the Vatican, but had his hopes that a child’s Baptism feeding in public. general audience whose child was how natural it is, how motherhood requested the pope baptize their sec- would serve as an impetus for his “Who would have thought the crying desperately. and maternity are natural and have ond child. or her parents to live a Christian life pope would be this great propo- “I told her, ‘Ma’am I think your a place, even in church, even in the The couple, Ivan Scardia and more fully. nent,” she said. baby is hungry.’ And she replied, Sistine Chapel,” McCarthy said. Nicoletta Franco, both work for the “I pray that the children’s The pope made a similar appeal ‘Yes, it would be time.’ I replied, Typically, the babies that are Italian military police in the central Baptisms help these parents redis- in an interview with La Stampa ‘Well, please, feed him.’ She was baptized by the pope at the annual Italian town of Grosseto. cover the beauty of faith and to newspaper Dec. 15. In a world modest and didn’t want to breast- liturgy are children of Vatican However, while they are return, in a new way, to the sacra- where so many children go hungry, feed him in public while the pope employees. Catholic, they were married civilly ments and the community” of the people must help them eat, he said. drove by,” the pope said in the This year, Pope Francis also and not in the Church, which caused Church, he said. He used the example of a young interview. included one couple who do not a slight “glitch” when they had to Churches inundated as Pope limits ‘monsignor’ violence continues in honor for diocesan priests Central African Republic VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope OXFORD, England (CNS) — ews riefs Francis has decided to limit the Church leaders in the Central n B honor of “monsignor” among African Republic report an increas- diocesan priests and grant it from ing humanitarian crisis and warn now on only to those at least 65 that international forces, which have dren had been abandoned when their they have spent the past year — the yet reached those who want only years of age. The change, which been in their country a month, had parents were killed or fled and were precious days, weeks and months the to exercise what has rightly been is not retroactive and does not not secured law and order. “The situ- now without food and clothing and Lord has given as a gift to everyone. called our ‘first freedom’ under the affect Vatican officials or mem- ation is very chaotic and worsening “at the mercy of armed groups.” “Have we used it mostly for our- Constitution,” wrote Archbishop bers of religious orders, was all the time,” said Msgr. Cyriaque selves, for our own interests or did Joseph E. Kurtz of Louisville, Ky. In announced in a letter from the Gbate Doumalo, secretary-general we know to spend it for others, too? a Dec. 31 letter, he asked Obama to Vatican Secretariat of State to of the Catholic bishops’ conference. Pope: In new year, step How much time did we set aside for extend the same kind of temporary nunciatures around the world, “All our churches and parishes are outside your comfort being with God, in prayer, in silence, exemption from penalties for non- along with instructions to inform inundated with displaced people, in adoration?” People should also compliance with the ACA that the local bishops. Archbishop Carlo and some were unable to celebrate zone, get involved reflect on how they used their time administration has allowed for small Maria Vigano, apostolic to Christmas as a result. Whole districts VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The to contribute to their communities. employers and individuals whose the United States, informed U.S. of Bangui are deserted, while even new year will be brighter only if The quality of life in a community current insurance plans will be can- bishops of the new policy in a let- those in the relative safety of Catholic everyone steps outside their safe — how it runs and looks — depends celed. The letter described those ter dated Dec. 30. Msgr. Ronny centers are living in total fear,” he havens, gets involved and works on everyone, he said in his homily, allowances as “actions to advance E. Jenkins, general secretary of told Catholic News Service. Clashes together to solve local problems with which he delivered standing from a the ACA’s goal of maximizing the United States Conference of continued in the capital between generosity and love, Pope Francis lectern. health coverage, while minimizing Catholic Bishops, forwarded the rival Christian and Muslim armed said. As 2013 comes to a close, let hardships to Americans as the act letter to the bishops Jan. 3. Of groups, despite the Dec. 8 arrival of everyone ask God for forgiveness is implemented.” Archbishop Kurtz the three grades of monsignor 1,600 French paratroopers under a and thank Him for His patience and USCCB president asks said a whole category of Americans — apostolic protonotary, honor- U.N. mandate. Msgr. Doumalo told love, the pope said as he presided Obama for exemption from “has been left out in the cold: those ary prelate of and CNS Jan. 2 that Bangui Archbishop over a Dec. 31 evening prayer ser- who, due to moral and religious con- chaplain of His Holiness — only Dieudonne Nzapalainga had paid vice in St. Peter’s Basilica. May fines over ACA compliance viction, cannot in good conscience the last will be available to dioc- a morning visit to Bangui airport, Mary “teach us to welcome God WASHINGTON (CNS) — The comply with the (Health and Human esan priests who meet the new where the Church’s Caritas charity made man so that every year, every president of the U.S. Conference Services) regulation requiring cover- age requirement. Bishops must was helping distribute food and shel- month, every day be overflowing of Catholic Bishops asked President age of sterilization and contracep- resubmit any pending requests ter to more than 100,000 refugees. with His eternal love,” he said on Barack Obama to exempt religious tives. This mandate includes drugs for papal honors in accordance However, he added that 12,000 more the eve of the feast honoring her as institutions from fines related to and devices that can interfere with with the new rules. Archbishop displaced civilians had sought refuge Mother of God. Leading the annual health insurance requirements while the survival of a human being in Vigano’s letter did not give in Bangui’s major seminary, while “Te Deum” prayer service to thank legal challenges work their way the earliest stage of development, a reason for the change, but the bishops’ conference secretariat God for His blessings in 2013 and through the courts. “The adminis- burdening religious convictions on Pope Francis has often warned was sheltering 600 people, half of the gift of salvation in Christ, the tration’s flexibility in implementing abortion as well as contraception,” clergy against the temptations of them children. He said many chil- pope asked people to reflect on how the (Affordable Care Act) has not the letter said. careerism and personal ambition. January 19, 2014 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 7

Office of Worship posts Heartland Chamber liturgical trainings Chorale sings to keep FORT WAYNE — The Office Dr. King’s dream alive of Worship has organized dioc- round the iocese FORT WAYNE — The legacy of esan liturgical trainings in a d February and March for lectors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. comes and extraordinary ministers of to life in “Heartland Sings: We are Holy Communion. Registration is the Dream” on Jan. 20 at 7 p.m. in required. the North Campus Auditorium at Extraordinary minister train- ST. JUDE STUDENTS WIN TOP HONORS IN POETRY CONTEST the University of Saint Francis. This ings will be on Feb. 8 at St. production, which pairs Heartland Matthew Cathedral in South Bend, with USF’s University Singers, pays and on Feb. 22 at St. Charles tribute to the revolutionary man and Church in Fort Wayne. his contributions that have made the world a better place today. Lector trainings will be on Feb. The significance of Dr. King’s 22 at St. Jude Church in Fort Wayne, and on March 1 at St. drive to unite all people, regard- Pius X Church in Granger. More less of race, religion or other affili- specific information, as well as ations will be underscored during the full registration form (cost is this event when several community $15 per training), can be found leaders share many of the words he online at www.diocesefwsb.org/ spoke. The music of this concert sets Trainings-And-Retreats. the tone for a call to action to help change the world, much as King’s life positively impacted the nation. Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Society Luther King Jr. with Heartland and to raise money with baby the USF University Singers and be part of the dream. Although this bottles soul-stirring community event FORT WAYNE — The Christ by Heartland is free, tickets are Child Society of Fort Wayne will required. To reserve your seats, call be holding their first annual Baby the Heartland office (260) 436-8080 Bottle Fundraiser throughout the or visit www.heartlandchorale.org. Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. The Light Is On for You Baby bottles will be provided set for March 12 to local parishes where parishio- ners will be asked to take them PROVIDED BY ST. JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL, FORT WAYNE “The Light Is On for You” is an home and fill the bottles with Four St. Jude School, Fort Wayne, students won top places in the 2013 Allen County initiative of the Diocese of Fort spare change and bills. Wayne-South Bend to allow all All proceeds of the fundraiser Public Library Poetry Contest. The theme this year was “To Whom It May Concern.” Catholics to avail themselves of will go toward stocking the Crib Hundreds of children and young adults from public, private, parochial and home schools the sacrament of Reconciliation. Club at the Women’s Care Center Confession is a wonderful oppor- and providing layettes for moms entered their poems. The school’s winning poets, from left, include the following: Louie tunity to set aside one’s sinful in need. Baby bottles will be dis- Tippmann, fifth grade, third-place winner; August Grube, fifth grade, second-place win- ways and to draw closer to our tributed Jan. 24-25. Lord. Confessions will be held on For additional information on ner; Annabella Cobos, eighth grade, second-place winner; and Isabel Adamson, fifth grade, Wednesday, March 12, from 6-8 the Christ Child Society of Fort p.m. in every Catholic church in Wayne, visit www.christchildfw. first-place winner. the diocese. Learn more at www. org. diocesefwsb.org.

That study is ongoing and will will participate by the Jan. 26 dead- Catholic students and even non- conclude in March, according to Parishes surveyed line. Catholics students for whom STUDY Holy Cross Father Thomas Doyle, Ellison said ACE Consulting will Catholic education would be the the senior financial analyst for ACE not analyze the data until the survey optimal educational choice for them CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 , Consulting and a leadership devel- Sacred Heart, Warsaw closes, but she and Father Doyle as well,” he said, noting that the opment specialist in Notre Dame’s St. Bernard, Wabash can predict from their national work seven-through-12 grade group is not Institute for Educational Initiatives. what characteristics of Catholic being served right now. in that area offers grades seven St. Dominic, Bremen The consultants then will write a St. Francis Xavier, Pierceton education lead people to Catholic Father Doyle praised Bishop and eight. report for the bishop that details schools. Rhoades for his openness and will- Bishop Rhoades told Today’s their findings, and Bishop Rhoades St. John the Evangelist, Goshen “Right at the top would be ingness to listen to the people, as Catholic that he has been will make the decision. St. Martin de Porres, Syracuse Catholic identity of the school, well as his efforts to obtain good approached at various times and Father Doyle explained that ACE St. Mary of the Lake, Culver academic quality, a sense of com- information on which to base his places by people asking about hav- Consulting identified 12 parishes in St. Michael, Plymouth munity,” Ellison said. decision. ing a Catholic junior high and high the center of the diocese (see box) St. Patrick, Ligonier Father Doyle also is talking “One of the things to be grateful school in the central part of the to survey about interest in such a St. Paul of the Cross, to civic and community leaders for is that the bishop really wants to diocese. school. Only four of those parishes Columbia City for their input. He explained that know the answer. There is not a pre- “People who have mentioned it have grade schools, but the 12 par- Catholic schools could be a “gift” determined outcome, and those are to me speak about the benefits and St. Robert Bellarmine, ishes combined have over 15,000 North Manchester to an entire community, not just to really exciting projects to be a part value of a Catholic education for registered parishioners. Catholics. of,” Father Doyle said. teenagers, especially the need for The ACE Consulting study will “Whether they are community Bishop Rhoades told Today’s good moral formation during those analyze several issues, Father Doyle Two of the components of the leaders or educational leaders, their Catholic that success of the project years,” Bishop Rhoades said. “Some said, including: whether there is an study are focus groups that have input, insight and investment in the depends on enrollment projections have also mentioned the academic adequate number of students and been conducted in those central community in many ways mirrors and evidence of affordability. If excellence of Catholic schools.” families that have a desire to be parishes and a survey instrument the Catholic population as well,” the study shows the feasibility of In a September, 2013, letter to served by such a Catholic school; that invites input about the school he said, adding that many schools this project, he said he would have and Catholic school princi- distances that would have to be possibility. in the diocese already educate large to proceed “prudently” and would pals, Bishop Rhoades explained that traveled; what the number of stu- To date, the survey has gar- numbers of non-Catholics. probably form a committee to begin he is open to the possibility of such dents looks like in future years; and nered “a few hundred” responses, Father Doyle said they would planning. He said he has no specific a new school, but good stewardship financial resources such as gifts, according to Brandy Ellison, ACE expect that the parish grade schools timeline in mind. requires a decision to be based on tuition, vouchers and other sources Consulting associate director of in the center of the diocese would be Catholics in the center part of the “sound reason and judgment.” Thus, of revenue. The group has not been research and a faculty member in feeder schools to a Catholic middle diocese who have not yet completed Bishop Rhoades asked that a feasibil- surveying existing buildings that Notre Dame’s English as a New and high school, but would not be the feasibility survey are encouraged ity study be conducted by the Alliance could be used, though Father Doyle Language Program. This is an the only source of students. to do so by Jan. 26. The survey can for Catholic Education (ACE) said people in the area have made “impressive” response rate she said, “We’re also very much aware be accessed at https://www.survey- Consulting group, which is based at suggestions. but she is hopeful even more people that there are large numbers of monkey.com/s/fortwaynesouthbend. the University of Notre Dame. 8 TODAY’S CATHOLIC January 19, 2014 Looking to Our Lady of Victory to win the battle for life

BY LISA EVERETT gle with evil and the Evil One marks the biblical exemplar of the ‘woman’ from the beginning his past summer on vaca- to the end of history. It is also a tion, our family visited struggle for man, for his true good, a beautiful basilica near for his salvation. Is not the Bible TBuffalo, N.Y., named Our Lady trying to tell us that it is precisely of Victory. This national shrine in the ‘woman’ — Eve-Mary — was built in 1926 by Father that history witnesses a dramatic Nelson Baker, who began his struggle for every human being, lifelong devotion to Our Lady of the struggle for his or her funda- Victory after a visit to a basilica mental ‘yes’ or ‘no’ to God and of the same name in . Father God’s eternal plan for humanity?” Nelson, whose cause for canoniza- As a direct, large scale and tion is underway, built this mag- legally sanctioned attack on inno- nificent church to honor and thank cent human beings, abortion is one the Mother of God for the success of Satan’s strongholds, and we of the many charitable institutions cannot conquer it without implor- he established and expanded to ing the intercession of Our Lady serve those in need. One in par- and imitating her love of God ticular caught my attention — a and neighbor. As St. Maximilian home for unwed mothers and their Kolbe, the priest and martyr of infants, so that women in crisis charity who gave his life for a fel- would not be tempted to seek an low prisoner at Auschwitz once abortion. reflected: “The conflict with hell As we observe yet another Our Lady of Victory national shrine, located near Buffalo, NY cannot be engaged by men, even anniversary of the tragic Roe the most clever. The Immaculata v Wade decision, I have been Also praying the rosary were John Guilmartin, Jr., “Turkish vic- fronts — cultural and political, to alone has from God the promise thinking a lot about Our Lady of the crewmembers on the more tory at Lepanto would have been a be sure, but also and above all, of victory over Satan. However, Victory and her role in the battle than 200 ships of the Holy catastrophe of the first magnitude as St. Paul says, with powers and assumed into Heaven, the Mother for life. This particular title of the League, a tenuous coalition of for Christendom, and Europe principalities that are not of this of God now requires our coop- Blessed Mother goes way back to political rivals commanded by would have followed a historical world. eration. She seeks souls who will the Battle of Lepanto in the 16th 24-year-old Don Juan of Austria, trajectory strikingly different from Blessed John Paul II spoke of consecrate themselves entirely to century. At this point in history, who sailed to confront the Turkish that which obtained.” To honor a special kind of “prophetism” her, who will become in her hands the Turkish Ottoman Empire occu- fleet off the coast of Greece on and thank the Mother of God for that belongs to women in their effective instruments for the defeat pied large swaths of Christendom Oct. 7, 1571. Muslim spy ships winning what has been called the femininity. By this he meant that of Satan and the spreading of and subjected it to a version of that were sent to scout the situ- “the battle which saved Europe,” women are called to be exemplars God’s kingdom on earth.” Islamic law. Having its eyes set ation reported that the Catholic the Holy Father instituted on Oct. of receptivity to the love of God There can be no doubt that on an eventual invasion of , armada would be no match. But 7 the feast of Our Lady of Victory, and response to that love which widespread consecration to Mary the Turkish fleet now sought by the grace of God, through the which later became known as Our is the essence of the Christian and a daily commitment to pray to control the Mediterranean intercession of His Mother, all Lady of the Rosary. life. The Holy Father suggested the rosary will turn the tide in the Sea. Knowing the terrible threat but 13 of the almost 300 ships of While a stunning naval victory that precisely because woman battle for life in our nation. By the this posed, Pope Pius V urged the Turkish fleet were captured or was what was needed in the 16th is called to be this exemplar to grace of God, may our diocese Christians throughout Europe to sunk, and 12,000 Christian slaves century to save Christendom, what everyone, she is the special object lead the way. gather in their churches to pray the who were rowing the Turkish gal- is needed now to save civilization of Satan’s enmity, his prime tar- If you are interested in finding rosary, imploring the intercession leys were set free. is a stunning victory in the battle get: if he can “take down” woman, out more about what consecration of the Mother of God. According to military historian for life, one that is fought on many he can “take down” the whole to Mary entails, I recommend a human race. We see this from the very readable book, a sort of do-it- temptation of Eve in Genesis, all yourself retreat that was recently the way to the dragon who stalks published, called “33 Days to the Woman clothed with the sun Morning Glory,” by Father in the Book of Revelation, wait- Michael Gaitley. ing to devour her child. As soon- Our Lady of Victory, pray for us. to-be saint John Paul II wrote From Conception, To Natural Death in his beautiful letter “Mulieris Praying For Life Dignitatem,” on the dignity and Lisa Everett is the co-director of vocation of women: “The strug- the Office of Family Life.

Before I formed you in the womb I you. May our Respect Life prayers knew invite the Holy Spirit to visit those who mistakenly -Jeremiah 1:5- believe that their support of abortion is righteous. Holy Family Parish 226 NORTH HILL STREET South Bend SOUTH BEND, INDIANA 46617 JOSEPHCATHOLIC CHURCH WWW.STJOEPARISH.COM January 19, 2014 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 9 Project Rachel companions offer hope to those suffering from post abortion

BY KAY COZAD when as a Do you Hurt child, she from a visited a hos- roject Rachel is the post- Pa St pital with her abortion reconciliation pro- mother and gram in the Diocese of Fort abortiOn? was asked to PWayne-South Bend that offers hope translate for a and healing for those suffering from please call our toll-free confidential number: woman who the pain of abortion and its after- 1-855-RACHEL HOPE had called math. In addition to the confidential or email: [email protected] the waiting dedicated toll-free number and room public email contact the program offers, 17 www.diocesefwsb.org/special-ministries phone to find individuals across the diocese have an abortion recently been trained as volunteer ing hearts.” doctor. companions to work one-to-one The ministry is aimed at all ages The training was a power- with those seeking help. yet Sturm reports that it is uncom- ful experience for this bi-lingual Allison Sturm, ministry special- mon for young men and women woman and she is now working as ist, offered companion-trainings to reach out for help following an Project Rachel liaison for the 13 consisting of three three-hour ses- abortion. She says typically the Spanish-speaking parishes in the sions in Fort Wayne and South need arises years after the abortion diocese. Bend. She intends to hold these when the wound requires attention. Another newly trained volunteer, St. John the Evangelist Parish - Goshen trainings in spring and fall each But she hopes Project Rachel will Mary, witnessed fruit following a coming year. offer hope. “I want to give the mes- discussion on the Project Rachel The trainings offered informed sage that we are here so they don’t Ministry with her students. “… A Rev. Tony Steinacker, Pastor speakers, as well as interactive dis- go through years of distress,” says male student kept me an hour after cussion sessions on types of abor- Sturm. class to share his story. He had tion and statistics, understanding “We know they’re out there,” (been involved with) an abortion in St. Mary of the Parish - Bristol why women choose abortion and its says Sturm, adding that the trained his teens and although he has sev- psychological impact, how to invite volunteers can now promote the eral children now, not a day goes by someone to seek healing, good project in any venue in which they where he does not think about that listening skills and much more. A work. “Even if these trained volun- decision,” she reports. Rev. Robert Van Kempen, Pastor section on men and abortion and teers don’t work with anyone in a Another trained companion, another on family members were year, they can see the beauty of the Julie says, “When Allison contacted also included. Participants acquired ministry,” she says. me regarding the training classes, St. Thomas the Apostle Parish - Elkhart good listening skills as well as the “We all have things in our past I was overjoyed. Having had an tools to respond to secular com- we regret.” abortion 40 some years ago, I have ments on abortion as they prepared In addition to standing ready to always felt that I could be of service Rev. Jason Freiburger, Pastor to be matched with clients who call provide one-to-one service, nearly to other women who have gone seeking help. Because all informa- half the volunteer companions serve through the same experience. God tion is held in confidence between as liaisons for their particular parish- has been very, very good to me by the client and companion, Sturm es where they relay information and providing me with wonderful priest- St. Vincent de Paul Parish - Elkhart offers debriefing for any volunteer resources. And Sturm anticipates who were nonjudgmental who may need to process the inter- development of a support program and have helped me along the way.” action with the client. directed specifically towards men Sturm believes the pro-life move- Rev. Glenn Kohrman, Pastor The Project Rachel training had who are ready to address the pain of ment has embraced the Project Rachel two main goals undergirding the abortion aftermath. message of mercy and healing, and effort. The first, says Sturm, is to Nate Proulx, media specialist, says, “There’s value in it. It’s part reach out to those needing help with has redesigned the Project Rachel of the whole thing. We always give post abortion issues. The second posters and business cards to cor- guidance with a way back.” Join with us “in prayer” is to spread the post abortion mes- respond with the website he created To contact the Project Rachel in support of sage. “If you are confident in the earlier this year. Website users can Post Abortion Healing Ministry call Church’s teachings on post abortion, access services, encouragement the confidential dedicated toll-free the unborn children. you can kindly respond to those and resources, including websites, number (855) 722-4354 or email who judge,” Sturm says. videos and books, and information [email protected]. For St. Mary of the Assumption Parish Sturm, a passionate pro-life on how one can be involved and more information visit http://sites. in Decatur, Indiana invites our diocese to offer “prayer cover” advocate, admits that she was once promote this ministry. diocesefwsb.org/projectrachel/. To for the hundreds of thousands gathering January 22, 2014 in one who judged. “It seemed at odds One volunteer who participated volunteer in this ministry or find out Washington, DC to show support for the unborn children and to be compassionate to people who in the training, Lourdes Silva, felt more about how to support Project had abortions. But this is as impor- Rachel, contact Allison Sturm at the Catholic Teachings which express dignity for all human life a tug at her heart when she learned tant a piece of the prolife movement (260) 399-1452 or email asturm@ from the moment of conception. Thank you for your prayer! of this ministry. “I wanted to be as prayer, changing laws and chang- of some help,” she says, recalling diocesefwsb.org.

Our parish is dedicated to RESPECT LIFE The Mother of Our Saviour “The gospel of life is at the heart The Star of Hope of Jesus’ message...it is to be The Comfort of the Afflicted preached with dauntless fidelity; as ‘good news’ to the people And the one chosen to guide us through of every age and culture.” the sorrows of life, including the agony brought about by abortion. -Pope John Paul II Queen of Peace, be with us. St. Patrick Church ARCOLA Saint Mary Parish - Huntington 10 TODAY’S CATHOLIC January 19, 2014 Pro-life efforts advance in Allen County Cathie Humbarger coordinates Allen County Right to Life activities program that airs on Redeemer BY TIM JOHNSON Radio, and we produce and write the ‘Culture of Life’ snippets they FORT WAYNE — Thursday, air,” she noted. Jan. 2, marked the first time since “We couldn’t ask for a better June of 1978 that Allen County partnership,” Humbarger said. was abortion-free. Although the abortion facility was opened for Three advances 18-hour notifications for women seeking abortions, at this time Humbarger credits three reasons Dr. Ulrich Klopfer, the abortion for the advances seen in the fight doctor, will be referring women for life. to his South Bend facility for the “The first is the younger face abortion procedure. of the right to life movement,” she Allen County has an ordinance said. “It is absolutely amazing to go that requires abortion doctors to to Washington, D.C., to the National have a backup doctor who is regis- March for Life and see the youth. tered with the Allen County Health I think they far outnumber those of Department and who has admit- us who are of the older generation. ting privileges at one of the Allen That is so encouraging and it is our County hospitals or surrounding responsibility to make sure that they counties. Dr. Geoffrey Cly, a pro- are ready and prepared to carry on life physician, had been that backup the fight.” doctor. “The second thing,” she noted, But when details that Klopfer “is technology — particularly ultra- had not appropriately reported sound. I’m of the opinion that the abortions that he had performed on best witness for the unborn are the young girls under age 14 — some- unborn. Depending on the studies thing required to be reported within that you look at, anywhere between three days to Indiana Department 90 and 95 percent of abortion- of Health and the Indiana Child minded women — in other words Protective Services — Dr. Cly they’ve already decided they’re announced in mid-December that going to have an abortion — change he would step down as the backup their minds if they see an ultra- doctor. sound.” “We found literally thousands “We are blessed to have the of errors and omissions on termi- Women’s Health Link (coordinated nation of pregnancy reports filed by the Allen County Right to Life) by Klopfer, not only here in Allen right here and we get people com- County, but in Lake County where ing in thinking they are going next he performs abortions in Gary, door to the abortion facility, and and St. Joseph County, where he because of where we are located we performs abortions in South Bend,” can walk them in the interior of the said Cathie Humbarger, executive building down the hallway to the director of Allen County Right to Women’s Care Center.” Life. “We’ve worked hand in hand “After we filed the necessary with them and in 2013 we know of complaints with the Attorney 11 babies that were saved as a result General’s office, the Indiana of our being here and Women’s Medical Licensing Board has Care Center being at the other end changed the classification of his Cathie Humbarger at her post with the Allen County Right to Life office. of the hall,” Humbarger said. license from ‘Active’ to ‘Valid “The third thing is the testimo- to Practice While Reviewed’ referral agency coordinator and Once they get to the point when career as executive director, she was nies of women who have made an and they have summoned him to even a bit of watchdog — making they worked through the healing a “one man band.” Today three part- abortion decision and regretted it appear before the Indiana Medical sure that pro-life regulations are process, their witness has certainly time employees offer their talents and have come through the healing Licensing Board on Jan. 22, which enforced. advanced the cause for life, because as well. process,” Humbarger added. “You is the anniversary date of Roe,” she Humbarger, who grew up in a you certainly cannot argue with “I am certainly standing on the cannot deny somebody’s testimony added. Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod somebody who says, ‘This is what I shoulders of those who founded of the heartbreak and grief that they “I am happy to report that yes- home in Columbus, Ind., is quick chose, and this is what happened to Allen County Right to Life, all those experienced. Maybe (there is) relief terday (Jan. 2) was the first day to give credit for any successes to me.’ And they are becoming more years ago after the Roe v Wade immediately after the procedure in years that there were no abor- the Lord and those who are in the and more vocal as well.” decision, and their investment in this because they thought their problem tions done here in Allen County,” trenches with her fighting the pro- Humbarger traces her interest in issue,” she said. was solved, but what they realized Humbarger said. “I will also caution life cause. pro-life issues over 25 years ago, “The Lord has blessed their later is that they did not erase that everybody that this is not over yet.” “All the glory goes to the Lord. when a very dear friend shared that efforts and likewise what we’ve pregnancy, it just made them the Dr. Klopfer could come up with He has just used me as a tool in she had had an abortion and wanted been able to do, but I certainly take mother of a dead baby.” a backup, “although I find that very His hand and again, there are many to know, “If I would still be her no individual credit for anything that “Obviously there is forgiveness unlikely,” Humbarger said, “but that other folks who stand with me,” friend even though she made an has been accomplished,” she said. and healing at the foot of the cross is a possibility.” Humbarger told Today’s Catholic abortion decision,” Humbarger told The Catholic community was of the Lord Jesus Christ for this sin There are 10 clinics within a at an interview at the Allen County Today’s Catholic. among the first to speak out for choice, just as there is for every one two-hour drive from Fort Wayne Right to Life offices, located next Humbarger answered, “Well life — even before the Roe v Wade of us,” she said. that have closed within the last year door to the Fort Wayne abortion sure. I knew that abortions had been decision — and Humbarger has Humbarger added, “The 40 Days or two. facility. going on but I didn’t know that I forged a good relationship with the for Life campaign and the faithful “I love babies. I want to save as knew anyone who had made an Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. prayer effort of people in this county Fighting for the cause of life many as I can. But I have a special abortion decision.” “We are on the battlefield together,” have been the basis for any suc- place in my heart for the women “The Lord grabbed my heart for she said. cess that we’ve had. God hears and Humbarger is one of the forces who have believed the lie that, for this issue through the broken heart “I appreciated Bishop (John answers prayer. I think we’ve seen behind the closure of the abortion a price, an abortionist can erase the of a young desperate woman who M.) D’Arcy so much. I miss his an ever increasing level of activity facility. Humbarger, who has been life of a baby, and they find out later chose an abortion in the midst of her hugs and words of encouragement and success since the 40 Days for executive director for 12 years and in a subsequent pregnancy when crisis,” Humbarger said. he always had for me every time Life campaign started and since was the first employee of Allen they see an ultrasound or through he saw me,” she said. “And I have people are more and more aware of County Right to Life, often finds something they see on TV, or read, Efforts bring success a good relationship with Bishop the importance of praying for an end herself in many roles: educator, whatever, that ‘Oh my gosh, I paid (Kevin C.) Rhoades. to abortion here in Allen County fundraiser, public policy advocate, to have somebody kill my child.’ When Humbarger began her “We produce a pro-life radio and then we’ll take on the state.” January 19, 2014 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 11 Right to Life rallies, HOMESCHOOL GROUP ATTENDS RIGHT TO LIFE DINNER marches and activities Fort Wayne Angela Minter will be the keynote speaker at the 40th annual Fort Wayne March for Life on Saturday, Jan. 18, at 12 p.m. at the University of Saint Francis Performing Arts Center, 421 W. Berry St. Her story is one of forgiveness and healing through Christ. Minter is the founder and executive director of Sisters For Life — a Christian, nonprofit organization based in Louisville, Ky., and is inspired by God to take a holistic approach in advocating for preborn babies, and mothers and fathers that are faced with an unplanned or crisis pregnancy. After the rally, attendees will march through downtown Fort Wayne and conclude at the Federal Building to hear Silent No More Awareness Campaign post-abortion testimonies. South Bend Wednesday, Jan. 22, St. Joseph County Right to Life will spon- sor the March For Life/South Bend at the Federal Courthouse, 204 S. Main St. (Jefferson and Main) in downtown South Bend PROVIDED BY JOHN PAUL FITZMAURICE from noon to 1 p.m. March participants are encouraged to show An area homeschool group of 12, organized by John Paul Fitzmaurice, had a teen table at elected representatives and the South Bend community that citi- zens care about LIFE. Signage will be provided. Participants’ the Annual Right to Life dinner hosted by the St. Joseph County Right to Life on Oct. sacrifice in the cold will be meaningful as they represent the 10, 2013. Anonymous donors assisted the group with funding. It was the first time the unborn who have no voice of their own. For more information, call (574) 232-LIFE (5433). group, who hopes to make this an annual event, attended the dinner.

“What We Pray, Say, and Do” is the theme for this year’s “Walk the Talk for Life” event hosted by the Knights of Columbus at Council 553 in downtown South Bend on Sunday, Respecting ALL LIFE through our ministries Jan. 26. at 2 p.m. Participants are asked to gather at the Knights of Columbus at the corner of Hill and Washington streets. so they including the elderly, children, refugee, can walk together prayerfully to the nearby St. Joseph Church for a prayer service at 2:15 p.m. Mel Tardy will preside. homeless, poor, sick and underserved. Participants will return to the council for a panel discussion at 3 p.m., followed by a question-answer session and conversation/ networking/refreshments until 4 p.m. Two speakers will briefly describe how spiritual values, informed policy stances and activi- ties grounded in love go hand-in-hand to promote the full range of pro-life causes. Father Tom Shoemaker, chaplain of South Bend’s Apostolate of Divine Mercy in Service of Human Life chapel, will give an overview of the new apostolate’s offerings of service for women and children and its spiritual grounding. Jeanette Burdell, pro- gram director at St. Joseph County Right to Life, will describe that organization’s ecumenical and informational mission and activities. The event is free and open to the public. National The Knights of Columbus will sponsor a bus trip to the 41st National March for Life in Washington, D.C. Pro-lifers will depart from several locations around Indiana for Washington, D.C., for the national march. Non-Knights are welcome on this trip. For more infor- mation visit www.indianakofc.org or call Michael Velasco at (219) 663-0509.

Pray with the bishops to end abortion WASHINGTON — On Jan. 22, the United States will remember the 41st anniversary of Roe v Wade. Since that tragic decision, more than 55 million children’s lives have been lost to abortion, and the lives of millions of their parents have been shattered. Dignity and Respect for All — In prayerful recognition, “Nine Days of Prayer, Penance and Pilgrimage” will take place Jan. 18-26. a Core Value of the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ. A simple novena with different intercessions, brief reflections Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ and suggested acts of reparation can be received directly each day by email, text message or through a new mobile application for smartphones (soon to be made available for both Android and iOS). Visit www.9daysforlife.com to subscribe through any of these means. Other prayer, programmatic and promotional resources are also Partners in the work of the Spirit available on the USCCB website at www.usccb.org. www.poorhandmaids.org 12 TODAY’S CATHOLIC January 19, 2014 Lord, hear our prayer! Pope says abortion, hunger, environmental May Saint Monica, example for wives and mothers, intercede damage threaten peace for those who seek her assistance. BY FRANCIS X. ROCCA St. Monica Parish 222 West Mishawaka Avenue VATICAN CITY (CNS)— Pope Mishawaka Francis said world peace requires the defense of human dignity from violations such as world hunger, human trafficking and abortion. St. Patrick The pope made his remarks Parishioners Jan. 13 in his first annual address to the Vatican diplomatic corps, in Walkerton, Indiana offering a survey of world con- flicts and crises he said were support all life caused by “envy, selfishness, from conception rivalry and the thirst for power and money.” to natural death! Speaking in the ’s Sala Regia, the vast “royal hall” where popes tra- ditionally received Catholic monarchs, Pope Francis spoke of For rallies and events in the diocese visit what he has frequently called a “throwaway culture” exemplified by widespread food waste that diocesefwsb.org leaves children starving or mal- nourished. “Unfortunately, what is thrown away is not only food or disposable objects, but often Take my hand... human beings themselves, who are discarded as if they were CNS PHOTO/PAUL HARING not my life! unnecessary,” the pope said. “It is Pope Francis leaves a meeting with ambassadors to the at the horrifying just to think that there St. Stanislaus Kostka are children, victims of abortion, Vatican Jan. 13. 55756 Tulip Road who will never see the light of New Carlisle, Indiana day; children being used as sol- Most of the pope’s speech was istence.” diers, abused and killed in armed devoted, as usual for the occa- The pope recalled his July visit conflicts; children turned into sion, to geopolitical problems in to the southern Mediterranean merchandise in that terrible form different regions of the world. island of Lampedusa, an entry of modern slavery called human The pope called for an end to point for immigrants without trafficking, which is a crime the almost three-year old civil legal permission to enter Europe, against humanity.” war in Syria, voicing hope for and voiced sympathy with those The pope also lamented what upcoming peace talks and prais- who, “in the hope of a better life, he called rising numbers of “bro- ing neighboring Lebanon and have undertaken perilous jour- ken and troubled families,” which Jordan for accepting refugees neys which not infrequently end he attributed to both moral and from the conflict. He also noted in tragedy.” Abortioncannot be material factors: the “weaken- what he called “significant prog- “I think in particular of the ing sense of belonging so typical ress” in ongoing negotiations many migrants from Latin a human right... of today’s world” as well as the over Iran’s nuclear program. America bound for the United “adverse conditions in which Pope Francis lamented the States,” he said, “but above all it is the very opposite. many families are forced to live, “exodus of Christians from the those from Africa and the Middle - Cardinal Franz Konig even to the point where they lack Middle East and North Africa,” East who seek refuge in Europe.” basic means of subsistence.” as well as violence between After his speech, the pope Noting the devastation caused Muslims and Christians in personally greeted the attending by typhoon Haiyan in November, Nigeria and the Central African ambassadors and their spouses. Pope Francis warned against Republic. The Holy See has full diplomatic “greedy exploitation of environ- Without specifying countries, relations with 180 nation-states, mental resources,” and quoted the pope noted sectarian tensions the European Union and the what he said was a popular in Asia, “where growing atti- Sovereign Military Order of adage: “God always forgives, tudes of prejudice, for allegedly Malta, as well as “relations of a we sometimes forgive, but when religious reasons, are tending to special nature” with the Palestine nature — creation — is mistreat- deprive Christians of their liber- Liberation Organization. ed, she never forgives!” ties and to jeopardize civil coex- 40th Annual March for Life COMMEMORATING THE 40th ANNIVERSARY OF ROE v. WADE Sponsored by Allen County Right to Life Three Rivers Educational Trust Fund Saturday, January 18, 2014 RALLY AT NOON A March to Immediately Follow “Silent No More” USF Performing Arts Center Awareness Event 2004 Ironwood Circle, Suite 130 (formerly The Scottish Rite) South Bend 46635 431 West Berry St. Downtown Fort Wayne at the Federal Building (574) 232-LIFE (5433) Keynote Speaker: Angela Minter will follow immediately www.prolifemichiana.org Excutive Director after the march! Angela Minter Sisters for Life January 19, 2014 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 13

Catholic witnesses back “THE CONFLICT No Taxpayer Funding is between a culture that for Abortion Act affirms, cherishes, and celebrates the gift of life, and WASHINGTON (CNS) — Love a culture that seeks to declare entire groups Catholic witnesses at a Jan. 9 of human beings - the unborn, the terminally ill, hearing on the No Taxpayer LIFE the handicapped, and others considered ‘unuseful’ Funding for Abortion Act as a heavenly gift! endorsed the bill, one of them to be outside the boundaries of legal protection” calling it “long overdue.” SS. Peter and Paul -Pope John Paul II St. Louis Besancon One of those testifying at Huntington the hearing sponsored by the House Judiciary Committee’s Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice was Richard M. “Human life is sacred and inviolable at every moment of Doerflinger, associate director of existence, including the initial phase which precedes the U.S. bishops’ Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities. birth. All human beings, from their mothers’ womb, Doerflinger said the bill, if belong to God who searches enacted, would “write into per- manent law a policy on which them and knows them, who there has been strong popular and forms them and knits congressional agreement for over them together with His 35 years” with the adoption of the Hyde amendment in the annual own hands, who gazes on appropriations bill for the federal them when they are tiny department of Health and Human shapeless embryos and Services. “Even public officials who already sees in them the take a ‘pro-choice’ stand on abor- adults of tomorrow tion have supported bans on pub- lic funding as a ‘middle ground’ whose days are on this contentious issue — in Respect for life numbered and whose voca tion is even recognition of the fact that it is now written in the ‘book of life’. -Evangeliam Vitae not ‘pro-choice’ to force others to fund a procedure to which they requires that science and technology have fundamental objections,” St. Joseph Parish Doerflinger said. Mishawaka “And even courts insisting on should always be at the service of a constitutional ‘right’ to abor- tion have said that this alleged right ‘implies no limitation on man and his integral development. the authority of a state to make a value judgment favoring child- birth over abortion, and to imple- Society as a whole must respect, ment that judgment by the alloca- efore I formed you tion of public funds.’” Doerflinger said the imple- defend and promote the dignity in the womb I knew you, mentation of the federal Affordable Care Act may still and before you were born force Americans to pay for elec- of every human person, at tive abortions through state insur- I consecrated you; I have appointed ance exchanges. every moment and in every “Each insurance company you a prophet to the nations. will decide whether its plan will Jeremiah 1:5 include elective abortions, for condition of that person’s life. those who receive federal subsi- St. Peter Parish - St. Mary Parish dies as well as those who do not,” JOHN PAUL II, Evangelium Vitae Doerflinger said. Fort Wayne “Once that decision is made, federal law will demand that Basilica of the Sacred Heart every enrollee must help pay for  those abortions, notwithstanding NOTRE DAME  any conscientious objection they may have,” he continued. “This mandatory surcharge for abortion will be kept in a separate account from the account used for federal premium subsidies, apparently so it can be said that no ‘federal tax dollars’ are being used for elective abortions; and insurers are forbidden by federal law to make any special effort to inform All of those people that their plan includes such abortions, or to tell them who favor abortion how much they will be paying for other enrollees’ abortions.” have already been born. He added, “This ‘separation of funds’ scheme is contrary to the policy of the Hyde amendment and parallel laws, which forbid federal subsidies to any part of  a benefits package that includes  elective abortions. It also violates the spirit of these laws in terms of  subsidies for abortion itself.   14 TODAY’S CATHOLIC January 19, 2014 Babies are a gift from God

God’s greatest CHOOSE LIFE! gift of all Sacred Heart Parish 125 North Harrison O WARSAW St. Bavo Parish Respect Life! MISHAWAKA

Acknowledge God’s he nearer a soul Over All Life-- is truly united to Respect and God, the more its Defend Life! sensibilities are m increased to every SAINT MARTIN DE PORRES CHURCH being of His Creation; much more SYRACUSE, INDIANA to those whom it is bound to love by the tenderest and most It was you who created endearing ties. My inmost self; and put St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Me together in my St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church Mother’s womb; for all Fort Wayne These mysteries I thank you, For the wonder of myself, for The wonder of your works. Psalm 139, 13-14 St. Joseph Parish - Bluffton Corpus Christi Catholic Community SOUTH BEND May the noble humility and caring love of our parish patron, God, author of all life, St. Joseph, as the protector of the bless, we pray, all unborn children; give them constant protection infant Jesus and the Holy Family, and grant them a healthy birth that is the sign of our rebirth one day enhance the cause of Pro-Life! into the eternal rejoicing of heaven.

Grant their parents comfort in all anxiety and make them examples of justice and truth for their children. “A society that kills its children Amen. has lost its soul and hope.” Adapted from the rite of blessing of a child in the womb Servant of God, Dr. Jerome Lejeune Discovered the cause of Down Syndrome May God have mercy on our nation Christ the King Catholic Church 52473 State Road 933 for the killing of the unborn! South Bend, Indiana 46637 ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC CHURCH Fort Wayne January 19, 2014 COMMENTARY 15 The lonely trail Fasting

ow that the holidays are Don’t get me wrong. My life hen I first contemplated behind us, many are breath- overflowed with caring, generous writing an article on Ning a sigh of relief, grateful people who stepped out of their way HOPE Wfasting I thought it THE CATHOLIC for the time spent with family and to include me in the festivities of the might give me the opportunity friends and all the preparation and season. But in the exhausting pain IN THE to discuss all the health benefits DOCTOR events that made this season so of my early grief, I had little energy involved. Being a doctor, that special. Most are grateful to pack to respond. MOURNING was my initial simplistic view. IS IN up the Christmas decorations and The loneliness that pervaded my After just a little research and get back to “normal.” life that first Christmas swept me to KAY COZAD reflection I realized how little I DR. DAVID KAMINSKAS But there are some who struggle a place of darkness where I was sure really knew. So I am going to with the end of the season that kept I would simply exist forever. The presume there will be plenty of them so busy — struggle with get- only light I saw was the youthful my grief at bay some of the time, readers like me that need some longer than two days without ting back to normal. Those who are joy my two young daughters main- though the ache I felt for Trent grew education. some caloric intake. in deep mourning for a lost loved tained even in their loss. with each gathering. And when Fasting is primarily for the I know of a couple that fasts one know of what I speak. So in that light — for them — I Jan. 2 finally arrived I breathed a spirit! There are certainly some one day a week by eliminating The loneliness of losing a loved decorated a tree, not quite as elabo- sigh of relief that I had survived my health benefits especially for the all foods other than natural one is a burden any time of the year, rate as in years past, but standing first Christmas season without my overweight crowd, but it’s all juices. They use their juicer to but for some it is especially cumber- nonetheless as a reminder of peace beloved spouse. about the spirit and without a combine fruit and vegetables some during and after the Christmas and beauty, baked cookies to share Unfortunately for me then, and plan of prayer during your fast it into nutritional liquid meals. season. I remember well, that first with family and friends and then to many others who grieve, I suspect, is really an empty exercise. This also would give you health Christmas after my husband Trent place on the hearth on Christmas the relief of the “back to normal” I also became very much benefits by reducing your caloric died in a car accident. Every event Eve for Good St. Nick, wrapped routine that one usually experiences aware of how wimpy I have been consumption for the week was a sheer act of will for me as gifts that were distributed at fam- after the activities are over and the over the years with incorporating and would provide you with I trudged numbly through the tra- ily gatherings and, of course, on decorations are boxed in anticipa- fasting into my life as a Catholic. a wonderful blast of natural ditional Advent preparations and Christmas morn, and tried my best tion of another season did not return I don’t eat meat on Fridays vitamins and minerals (which as Christmas events he and I would to be joyful as well. during Lent. On Good Friday and discussed in a previous column is have enjoyed together. The busy-ness of the season kept HOPE, PAGE 16 Ash Wednesday I try to follow the way nature intended people to the teaching of two small meals, get them). one regular meal and no eating in When fasting, it is essential between. On Easter, I more than that you design it around major make up for it! Sound familiar at time for prayer. It is through Invited to know Jesus all? praying and fasting together that Now look at Jesus — a 40-day you will close the gap between greatest religious figures of all Reflection fast in the wilderness — are you your humanity and the spiritual. THE time, and certainly he stands as a kidding me? I can’t even wrap Your goal should be to conquer most extraordinary figure in the At Christmas, the Church my arms around a full one-day the flesh. With a successful fast SUNDAY development of Christianity in the excitedly told us that Jesus was fast, which I am embarrassed to your mind will become sharper crucial time of the first century. born. Son of Mary, Jesus was a say I have never done other than and clearer and you may very However, attaining this human, as are we. The shepherds when I was sick. possibly be able to discern the GOSPEL distinction was not without adored Jesus, representing all The Bible tells us that adding right decision or course of action MSGR. OWEN F. CAMPION personal cost for Paul. He humanity. fasting to prayer elevates your that you have been seeking. Is had to contend with converts At the Epiphany, the Magi ability to more fully connect this not what Jesus was doing in to Christianity who were not found Jesus after searching for with God. Biblical characters the desert for 40 days and nights? nd always loyal to the Gospel. The God. To assist them God led added fasting to prayer when they One more very important 2 Sunday in very culture in which they lived them and protected them. In needed to step up their game and thing when you fast — don’t tell not only surrendered without Jesus, they found God. get serious about worshiping God anyone! As Mt 6:16-18 says: Ordinary Time a whimper to human instincts At the baptism of Jesus in the or getting God’s attention. “When you fast, you are not to Jn 1:29-34 but also elevated these instincts Jordan, celebrated last week, the It sounds like a good idea for look glum as the hypocrites do. literally to the level of the divine, Church introduced us to Jesus as modern times as well. Do you They change the appearance of he Book of furnishes delighting in lust, gluttony, the Savior of doomed humankind. need forgiveness? Do you or a their faces so that others may see this weekend’s first reading drunkenness and so on. In Jesus, humans would have loved one need healing? Has your they are fasting. I assure you, Tfrom the Scriptures. There Such was the case with the access to eternal life. spiritual life faltered? Maybe it is they are already repaid. When is the overtone of relief and joy. Christian converts in Corinth, Now, continuing the process, time for a fast. you fast, see to it that you groom There is the promise of a bright then one of the major cities of the John the Baptist, so reliable and Some basic ground rules are your hair and wash your face. In future. It was all because of the Mediterranean world. so insightful, proclaims Jesus as in order. There are some people that way no one can see you are fact that, first, after the humiliation Another burden for Paul was the Lamb of God. In all these that should not embark on a fasting but your Father who is and anguish of being conquered that his very credentials to preach settings, the Church carefully significant fast. They include hidden; and your Father who sees by Babylonia, and then after gen- the Gospel were questioned. He puts before us the person of Jesus people that are fighting advanced what is hidden will repay you.” erations of exile in Babylon for had to insist that Jesus had called the Lord and tells us about Jesus. cancer or other serious illness, many, God’s people were enter- him to be an apostle. It is an invitation to follow insulin dependent diabetics, ing a new day of return to their The last reading is from St. Jesus. Hearing these Scriptures eating disorders, pregnancy, or if homeland and hopefully to lives of John’s Gospel. The author of the of this season, we know Jesus. you are just too underweight. prosperity and security. fourth Gospel was attracted to He is no stranger. However, truly Whether it’s a one meal fast or Lest anyone think this fortunate John the Baptist, to say the least; knowing the Lord depends upon a several day fast you shouldn’t turn of events was the mere possibly coming from a group our willingness to respond to this restrict liquids. Dehydration is outcome of changing politics, influenced by John the Baptist. invitation. never good and not the goal here. or luck, the prophet eloquently Among John the Baptist’s qualities So drink plenty of water or juice. insists that the plight of the people was his absolute intellectual and I would suggest minimizing is improving because of God’s religious honesty. He was fearless. caffeine or for extra penance no direct and merciful intervention He thoroughly believed that God READINGS caffeine at all (that might kill into human affairs. God brings had called him to be a prophet. Sunday: Is 49:3, 5-6 Ps 40:2, 4, 7-10 me!). Start out by missing a meal. their relief. God had promised to So, St. John’s Gospel presents 1 Cor 1:1-3 Jn 1:29-34 Then maybe miss a couple of protect and sustain the people, John the Baptist in most admiring Monday: 1 Sm 15:16-23 Ps 50:8-9, meals. despite the misfortunes that might terms. 16-17, 21, 23 Mk 2:18-22 If you are really serious, you Here in this reading, John the befall them. They were God’s Tuesday: 1 Sm 16:16:1-13 Ps 89:20- may consider a multiple day people. Baptist sees Jesus in the distance 22, 27-28 Mk 2:23-28 fast. If you want to fast for more In turn, the Hebrews, God’s and acknowledges Jesus as Wednesday: 1 Sm 17:32-33, 37, than two or three days, I would people, human instruments on the Redeemer. The element of suggest a conversation with your 40-51 Ps 144:1-2, 9-10 Mk 3:1-6 earth of the divine will, bearing sacrifice is present. John identifies doctor before starting. If you plan Thursday: 1 Sm 18:6-9; 19:1-7 witness among, had been faithful Jesus as the “Lamb of God.” to fast for a prolonged period Dr. David Kaminskas is a cardiolo- during their years of trial. Finally, treasured Old Ps 56:2-3, 9-13 Mk 3:7-12 of time like several weeks or gist and the treasurer of the Dr. For its second reading, the Testament symbols testify to Friday: 1 Sm 24:3-21 Ps 57:2-4, 6, 11 maybe 40 days, then there should Jerome Lejeune Guild of the Church this weekend selects a the identity of Jesus. The dove Mk 3:13-19 be a plan in place for providing Catholic Medical Association. passage from St. Paul’s First descends from the sky, from Saturday: Acts 22:3-16 Ps 117:1-2 adequate daily nutrition, like All health professionals are Epistle to the Corinthians. Today, heaven to rest upon Jesus. God is Mk 16:15-18 several small meals per day. I welcome to join. Visit www.fort- the Apostle Paul ranks among the in Jesus. really do not recommend going waynecma.com. 16 COMMENTARY January 19, 2014 Opting out of the Belgian solution SCRIPTURE SEARCH ecently, Belgium’s Senate in the Netherlands for children Gospel for January 19, 2014 voted overwhelmingly to under 12, the association holds that Rextend legal euthanasia to “severe suffering (by) the parents” INTELLECT 1 Corinthians 1:1-3; John 1:29-34 children of any age. The proposal, over a newborn’s abnormalities which will likely become law, limits is sufficient to justify euthanasia. AND Following is a word search based on the Second the practice to children who are ter- This is the scariest position of all, Reading and Gospel for the Second Sunday in minally ill, suffering great pain and depriving medicine of any reference VIRTUE Ordinary Time, Cycle A. The words can be found in have their parents’ permission. whatsoever to the patient’s well- all directions in the puzzle. In theory, they must also being. JOHN GARVEY understand what they are asking for It is not hard to deduce from PAUL APOSTLE SOSTHENES (if that is even possible for, say, a this mindset the danger it creates CHURCH CORINTH BE HOLY 10-year-old). for patients who are incapacitated more like him. He had long since NAME GRACE PEACE This horrifies most Americans. or who feel pressure (real or overcome his fear of needles, the Perhaps The New York Times imagined) from family or society LORD TOWARD HIM BEHOLD least of his problems. LAMB OF GOD TAKES AWAY WORLD exaggerates when it makes a subtle to choose death. Underlying the By his last Christmas, he knew comparison to “the horrors of Nazi embrace of doctor-assisted suicide RANKS AHEAD WATER ISRAEL he was going to die, though he LIKE A DOVE REMAIN SEEN Germany, which killed thousands and euthanasia is a conviction that didn’t burden the rest of us with the of mentally and physically suffering is pointless. knowledge. I remember praying the handicapped children,” but that does My Kevin died from rosary with him and thinking what a not mean the Belgian proposal is leukemia when he was 13. His form privilege it was to pray with such a GRACE wise or well-thought-out. of the disease is survivable today, saintly young man. Philippe Mahoux, sponsor of the but in those days few survived more Catholics maintain that suffering WKTAKESAWAYA Belgian bill, argues that ever since than 18 months. It was a hard trial has meaning and can be redemptive. LMOBEDLORDDP Belgium legalized adult euthanasia, for Kevin, who as a child was afraid Kevin’s suffering changed his doctors have been killing terminally of a lot of things, including scary family, his doctors and the children SP I EVARORAOO ill children anyway and covering it movies, large birds, spiders and around him in the hospital. After he OBEHOLDFEDGS up. He hopes to spare those doctors needles. died, my parents bought a house in from prosecution. He needed bone marrow Buffalo, N.Y., near the hospital, for SCHODJOHMCF T Once death is pursued as an transplants and blood transfusions, the use of patients and families who acceptable medical outcome, both of which involved large, needed a place to stay while being TGHLARAFAOOL medicine is changed. Mahoux’s painful needles. The drug regimen treated. HY I YESAP I RBE argument implies as much. And caused his hair to fall out. When Since then, hundreds of other if doctors can cause the death he couldn’t fight an infection and houses have cared for thousands EDSMKELWNI MW of suffering adult patients, then his temperature spiked, the doctors of families. These things wouldn’t NCRN I ELAONAE what argument is there to deprive would put him in a tub full of ice have happened if my parents had children of the same option? Dr. Jan water. He became thin and weak. opted for the Belgian solution. EPAULNAMETLT Bernheim of the Free University He eventually bled to death. of makes precisely this But as Kevin grew weaker from SRERPEACEHPU argument in favor of Mahoux’s bill. the disease, he grew in wisdom and OFLUGHCRUHCB Across the border, the Royal holiness. For our family it was a © 2014 Tri-C-A Publications www.tri-c-a-publications.com Dutch Medical Association has period full of grace. I was 10 years John Garvey is president of The taken the argument a step further older, but I found myself making Catholic University of America still. Although euthanasia is illegal mental notes of how I could be in Washington.  54 Easter symbol he 55 Gamblers placement me and I am consumed by the pain ering how our lives have been  56 Rushed of it. … I don’t know where my changed by the death of our loved HOPE road now leads but I fear the shad- ones and how we will create a “new ross ord 1234 567 8 9 10 owlands that lie ahead. But it is not normal” that will honor them. The   CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 the darkness of the path I fear. Just work of grief is not time bound and 11 12 13 1 Adam’s fruit the loneliness of the trail.” is certainly difficult with its emo- 14 15 16 2 Navigation system 3 A gift of God — as much as I tried to coax it. It is sometimes a dark and lonely tional chaos and uncertainty. But it 17 18 19 20 Without the hustle bustle of the trail that those who mourn must is a transitional process — and will 4 Eye infection Christmas season, the loneliness walk when life outside resumes not last forever. In the process we 21 22 23 24 25 26 5 Viper 6 What you do at 65 encircled me once again in a shroud its normalcy, especially after the must maintain our hope that God’s 27 28 29 holidays, no matter the type of loss. plan for our future is one of healing 7 Guitar sound of darkness that brought me an 30 31 32 33 8 Popular pope name intrusive physical ache. And as the But hope is hidden in that loneliness and peace. 34 35 9 Sin new year unfolded my only hope for all of us. God is present in the 10 Three Persons, 36 37 38 39 40 41 was in God’s promise of healing. empty, fertile space of the new year, One ____ Best selling author Richard Paul even when the ache vies to over- Kay Cozad is a certified grief edu- 42 43 44 13 Wing

Evans exposed my very life in his come us. His grace will sanctify our cator and news editor of Today’s 45 46 47 48 49 50 18 Gashed 1997 novel “The Letter,” when he grief as we work through it toward Catholic newspaper. She is 20 Paul wrote letters to penned, “I feel lost. No. To be lost healing. But we must do that neces- the author of “Prayer Book for 51 52 53 this Greek city is to not know where one is — and sary work! Widows,” Our Sunday Visitor, 54 55 56 23 Towards the stern I am all too sure. I am alone. My I’ve learned over the years that 2004, and can be reached at 24 __ Lanka © 2014 www.tri-c-a-publications.com heart, my love, has been torn from grief work is essential to discov- [email protected]. 25 Capernaum by the ___ Based on these Scripture Readings: Is 49: 3, 5-6; 26 Sea eagle 1Cor 1: 1-3; Jn 1: 29-34 and Is 8: 23 - 9:3; 1 Cor 1: 10- 27 Part of a min. Gratitude expressed for the 2013 Collection for the Church in Latin America 13, 17; Mt 4: 12-23 29 TV spots  28 Less cooked (as meat) 30 Dowel On behalf of the Subcommittee 2014 campaign highlights the call Our next collection is scheduled 31 Whichever to share our faith. Catholics in Latin for the weekend of Jan. 25-26. 1 Swiss mountains 30 Whitest for the Church in Latin America, I 33 “As on the day 32 Cut America and the Caribbean face Without you, our solidarity 5 Blessed __ thou would like to express my gratitude 8 St. Peregrine had of _____” 33 IBM Competitor to you and the Diocese of Fort many challenges when it comes to could not take shape into concrete cancer in his 34 Adam’s grandson 35 Woman Wayne-South Bend for the generous living and sharing their faith; yet programs that support and spread 11 David was one 35 Air coolers 38 Also called Israel contribution of $42,332.10 to the the light always shines through and the faith among the people of Latin 12 Quilt 36 Swindle 39 Watch secretly 2013 Collection for the Church in hope arises. For example, I recently America, a faith that is now bearing 13 Air (prefix) 37 Throw out 40 Worship God Latin America (CLA). attended the American Missionary fruits in the person of our Holy 14 Ask God’s help 39 Pouch 41 Jesus ___ As a result of your diocese’s Congress in Maracaibo, Venezuela, Father Francis. On behalf of the 15 School group 42 Swiss-like cheese every disease continued generosity, the whose theme was “Missionary subcommittee and those who benefit 16 He has spoken 43 Eastern religion 42 Goddess subcommittee was able to award America Share Your Faith” from the collection, I offer you my 17 Shoe fasteners 45 Information (abbr.) 44 Small demons a total of 393 grants amounting following the call of Aparecida humble thanks. 19 Ancient NA Indian 48 Metal container 45 Wrath to $5,548,716 in pastoral grants to the Continental Mission. The Yours in Christ, 21 East northeast 50 St. Benedict the ____ 46 Wornout horse in 2013. These projects included collection funded part of the Most Reverend Eusebio L.Elizondo, 22 Slow (musical term) 51 Temple offerings 47 Madagascar franc the formation of seminarians and congress and many people from the M.Sp.S. 24 South southeast 52 Bullfight cheer (abbr.) 49 Peter & Andrew cast one religious, the development of youth United States attended. It was truly of Seattle 27 Risk-free 53 Read attentively ministry projects and the support a blessing to be there and share our Chairman, USCCB Subcommittee of pastoral ministry activities. The faith and mission. on the Church in Latin America Answer Key can be found on page 19 January 19, 2014 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 17 RENNER PARTICIPATES IN NATIONAL NFL PUNT, PASS, KICK COMPETITION Hunter Renner, a sixth-grade student at Mishawaka Catholic School in Mishawaka, participated in the NFL Punt, Pass, Kick Competition on Jan. 11 in Denver, Colo., representing Mishawaka and the Bears. Locally, he won the competition and advanced to sectionals in Gary, where he won and placed in the top 4 to go to the Team (State) Competition with the Chicago Bears. Renner won that competition and the following day participated in a pass demonstration before the Bears’ game. Renner was announced as the win- Sports ner for the 10-11 year olds and placed No. 2 in the nation for his age group. St. John, New Haven, girls off to a good start

BY MICHELLE CASTLEMAN Christmas, then had a good show- is center Norah Painter, Mallori ing at the Hoopsfest tournament Wigent, Abby Tippmann, Mallorie after Christmas. The Raiders were Vowles, Megan Heckman and NEW HAVEN — In his 15th eliminated at Hoopfest by the top Veronica Hathaway. season, Coach Steve Pepe is off to two teams — St. John Emmanuel The Catholic Youth Organization a good start with his St. John the Lutheran School and St. Charles. (CYO) champs from a year ago also Baptist, New Haven, eighth-grade Pepe lists eight on his roster and list their defense as a team strength. girls’ basketball team. The Raiders leaves the ball handling to his two The Raiders had a tough chal- finished runner-up at the preseason playmakers — Grace Wharton and lenge as they faced St. Charles again Queen of Angels Invitational over Grace Renbarger. “They work well in their first conference matchup the Thanksgiving break, won a together and make a dynamic duo,” of the season when CYO games holiday tournament, which they praised Pepe. resumed on Saturday, Jan. 11. We invite you to join us for our host each year the week before Rounding out this year’s squad After winter weather break, ICCL Golden Jubilee Mass teams return to basketball action Celebrated by Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades January 26, 2014 BY JOE KOZINSKI they forged ahead 10-5 after one; Counter punches on a three the pressing issue was that De St. pointer by St. Joseph’s Ben Lamont 2:00 pm Jean was relinquished to the bench and a goal from De St. Jean and MISHAWAKA — The streets were with early foul trouble. the constant driving and penetra- Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception shoveled and the temperatures back Without their muscle, St. Joseph tion from Talos made it a two-point to a “balmy” 28 degrees as the Inter- turned to running the floor and game with 1:10 on the clock. City Catholic League play drifted pushed the lead to 14-7. Then Eagle De St. Jean knocked down one back to normalcy after a week of Ben Falkaw knocked down a three free throw; but just seconds later, Reception to follow weather that had closed schools and late in the stanza to inflate the lead Szymanski knocked down a big Fellowship and refreshments at the gyms. to 24-8 and a blowout seemed time shot making the margin one The Eagles of St. Joseph, with imminent. with 50 ticks left on the clock. USF Performing Arts Center just one blemish to their early sea- As the Blazers came out of the The final points of the contest son record, were playing a much- locker room, it looked as though would come from the line by the 431 W. Berry St., Fort Wayne, IN 46802 improved St. Matthew team that had their game plan would be to fight Eagles’ Michael Anthony and De made a run to the semifinals of the fire with fire and promptly went St. Jean as the Blazers’ comeback Christmas tournament. inside to Talos, who converted a victory would be extinguished, the Both squads relished in their three-point play the hard way as final score 35-31. front line play. St. Joseph had a St. Matthew concluded an 8-0 run “A win is a win and it was beast in big man, Josh De St. Jean, catching the Eagles flatfooted. definitely great to get this one,” and the Blazers would counter with St. Joseph skipper Paul Anthony, commented Eagle Coach Anthony. a posse of three — Coley Quinn, to refocus the team, called a much- “Two of our eighth graders, Josh Casey Szymanski and Mason Talos. needed timeout. It worked out. The and Michael, came up big at the line The teams started action like two Eagles stopped the bleeding by call- in the last minute and played tough pugilists measuring strikes and cir- ing on De St. Jean to score. down the stretch. I’m pretty happy cling the ring as De St. Jean struck What was a seemingly halftime with their leadership,” he said. first, but was countered with a score lead became a 27-23 third quarter “Our goals are to go after every from Quinn. ending deficit for the Blazers who loose ball, rebound and play fun- The early full court pressure were truly holding the momentum defense of St. Joseph set the tone as card. ICCL, PAGE 18 SAINT JOSEPH, MARIAN TEAMS WRESTLE Wrestlers from Saint Joseph Liturgical Music Director and Marian met for a Jan. 9 St. Michael Parish in Plymouth match. It was Saint Joseph’s has an immediate opening for Director of Senior Night and St. Joseph Liturgical Music. We are searching for a won by a score of 42-36. St. Catholic in good standing, with expertise at Joseph’s Ryan Jankowski is the piano. St. Michael is a bilingual parish and currently ranked second knowledge of Spanish would be beneficial. in the 182-pound class of There are four weekend Masses in English and IHSAA state wrestling rank- Mass with the school children four days a week. ings. Jankowski is shown For more information please contact Mrs. Kathy Girres at 574-936-4935 or with Marian’s Jack Yeung. Jankowski won with a pin at [email protected]

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this big-budget retelling of the Combat violence, the blood- audience will certainly need no fact-based Japanese national less portrayal of a suicide and a convincing of his latest project’s MOVIE legend of the title is so badly beheading. The Catholic News worthiness. But parents will be ICCL done as to render its classic story Service classification is A-III reassured to know that, though it CAPSULES incomprehensible. Working from — adults. The Motion Picture contains a brief acknowledgement CONTINUED FROM PAGE 17 a script by Chris Morgan and Association of America rating is of the wunderkind’s foul-mouthed Hossein Amini, director Carl PG-13. encounter with a cursing pho- Rinsch has Keanu Reeves as a tographer, this documentary as a damentally sound. And we feel that NEW YORK (CNS) – Following are mysterious half-breed warrior “Justin Bieber’s Believe” (Open whole provides overwhelmingly Road) if we can do those things, we can capsule reviews by the Office for helping 47 leaderless samurai harmless entertainment. A single, be competitive,” remarked Kevin (most prominently Hiroyuki Director Jon M. Chu’s ami- incomplete instance of crude lan- Film & Broadcasting of the U.S. Selesky, Blazer coach. “We tried to Sanada) regain their honor able follow-up to his 2011 feature guage and some gyrating dancers. double team De St. Jean whenever Conference of Catholic Bishops. after their master (Min Tanaka) “Justin Bieber: Never Say Never” The Catholic News Service clas- he had the ball in the low block has been deposed through the chronicles the eponymous star’s sification is A-II — adults and and take him out of a rhythm. Both machinations of a jealous rival second world tour. The young adolescents. The Motion Picture “47 Ronin” (Universal) teams played hard. We will get bet- (Tadanobu Asano) and a shape- girls who represent the Canadian- Association of America rating is ter from this.” Despite lavish special effects, shifting witch (Rinko Kikuchi). born singer’s carefully targeted PG — parental guidance suggested. In other action from around the league, Christ the King downed Corpus Christi in overtime, 44-40, We’re Part of Your behind the 13 points of Trey Miller. Community. Jack Froschaner of St. Thomas D.O. McComb & Sons has been family-owned led all scorers as the Spartans upend- MARK YOUR CALENDAR since 1925, sharing many of your dreams and ed the Pumas of Queen of Peace, sorrows. We’re here when you need us - and 42-24. that will never change. The 18-point output from St. Michael’s Brady Holiday was not NATIONAL MARCH enough as Mitchell Coleman and the Holy Cross Crusaders prevailed, FOR LIFE COVERAGE 46-25. The mighty Lions of St. Pius X remained unbeaten in league Live from Washington, D.C. (260) 426-9494 www.mccombandsons.com play as they handled the Saints of nd Mishawaka Catholic, 43-28, behind Wednesday, January 22 Lakeside Park Tribute Center the 15 points scored by Reese 1140 Lake Ave. 2307 Main St. Jackowick.

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Events that require an admission charge or 77, St. Jude Riley Allen Putz, 33, Bristol Holy Family Kent R. Nelson, 81, payment to participate will receive one free listing. For additional listings of that event, please call Karl R. Balyeat, 79, St. Vincent de Paul Thomas Michael Taylor our advertising sales staff at (260) 456-2824 to purchase space. St. Mary/Annunciation Sr., 94, Holy Cross Emery J. Spisak, 73, Decatur St. Charles Borromeo Bartolome M. Saucelo, Robert H. Boyle, 75, Our Lady of Hungary hosts trivia night 30 at 6 p.m. in the Sacred Heart Marilyn Shannon. To register call 88, Corpus Christi South Bend — The Our Lady of Parish Center. After the presenta- (260) 489-1856 or email mshan- St. Mary/Assumption Ruth Clara White, 89, Hungary School will host a trivia tions and sharing, Sister Beattie Queen of Angels Rita M. Luczkowski, 82, [email protected]. 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fellow students, your teachers, your When asked by the bishop if coaches and the school staff. And the school could build a grotto, also living this vocation at home, Principal Loesch smiled and said, MARIAN loving and respecting your parents “We will find a way.” and brothers and sisters.” After Mass, Bishop Rhoades sat CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 After Mass the bishop joked in on a freshmen religion class and with the students about their talked to the students about study- delayed return from the Christmas ing religion in high school versus Before the big announcement, vacation due to the bad weather. middle school. Bishop Rhoades celebrated Mass. He also expressed his gratitude to “It’s so great in high school His homily focused on St. John Principal Carl Loesch and the entire because you can delve into the and his writings. Bishop Rhoades staff for their “holy mission of theology of our religion,” he said. noted, “A major theme (of St. Catholic education. May God bless “You have the chance to study John) was love, God’s love and our you for your service to our youth.” the faith and reason of what we vocation to love. St. John wrote Finally Bishop Rhoades made believe.” that, ‘God is love.’ This is a pro- his announcement. “Marian has a Bishop Rhoades enjoyed a found truth of Christianity. With patron saint — Our Lady. But you special lunch with members of the love, He sent us His Son. This was don’t have a title of Our Lady or a student council, Right to Life and entirely gratuitous. In today’s read- feast day devotion to Our Lady,” the Young Vincentians. ing, he reminds us that, ‘we love said Bishop Rhoades. “Our Lady of The students commented on the God because He first loved us.’ But Lourdes revealed herself to a young bishop’s homily and announcement PHOTOS BY KEVIN HAGGENJOS there is a requirement attached to woman, Bernadette, who would of their new patron, Our Lady of Marian High School students pray during the Mass celebrated by Bishop God’s gift of love, that of sharing it later become St. Bernadette. The Lourdes. Kevin C. Rhoades on Thursday, Jan. 9. with others.” feast day for Our Lady of Lourdes “I was excited to meet the bish- Bishop Rhoades also reflected falls on Feb. 11. Every year we op for the first time,” said freshmen Marian stu- on Catholic schools. will celebrate her feast day and I Josh Weist. “I really liked the hom- dents sing “Catholic schools are meant to hope to build a grotto on school ily.” during the be institutions of learning, schools grounds,” the bishop told the stu- Matthew DiTommaso, freshmen all-school of knowledge,” he said. “But they dents and staff. student council president, agreed Mass during are also meant to be schools of While Principal Loesch knew saying, “I enjoyed the bishop com- Bishop Kevin virtue. And the greatest virtue is the patron ing to our school. I have heard of charity. Here at Marian, you learn Bishop the name, Our Lady of Lourdes, C. Rhoades’ about God’s love for you and also Rhoades before the bishop mentioned her, pastoral visit about your vocation to love God had chosen, More but I am not familiar with her on Jan. 9. and neighbor. And you have many the rest of photos are background information. I think opportunities to live that vocation. the school available at it is great to have a feast day to Here at Mass, for example, we are had no www.diocesefwsb.org celebrate as a school. I do think the showing our love for God through idea the student council will plan activities prayer.” announce- for this wonderful feast day.” “In your service activities, ment was coming. The students Senior Matthew Garatoni you show your love for neighbor, and faculty were very excited about was also impressed with Bishop especially the poor and suffering,” their new patron. Rhoades’ visit. “He is very insight- Bishop Rhoades added. “But there Religious education teacher Erin ful and broke up his homily into are opportunities every day to live Pierce commented, “I am thrilled three parts that made it so easy to this vocation to love through the about Our Lady of Lourdes. I am understand his message,” Garatoni way you speak and act with your a graduate of Our Lady of Lourdes said. “While I am leaving the Academy in Florida. I think the stu- school, I am excited about the new dents will really embrace this.” grotto and patron saint for Marian. Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades visits the The school will be working on a I have younger siblings that will be plan to celebrate the annual event. here soon and will really be able to freshman theology class of teacher “We are excited about this enjoy it.” Erin Pierce during a pastoral visit announcement,” said Principal to Marian High School on Jan. 9. Loesch. FATHER DELANEY BLESSES STATIONS

KEVIN HAGGENJOS Father John Delaney, pastor of St. Jude Parish in South Bend, is shown near the baptismal font and the oil paintings of the Stations of the Cross. The stations were blessed on Dec. 16. The renovations and artwork were a part of the $3.9 million “Our Time to Build” capital campaign, which began in 2012. Also shown are mosaics of St. André Bessette, a Canadian Holy Cross brother, and Blessed John Paul I, which were recently completed.