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Pope Benedict XVI names Archbishop DiNardo of Galveston-Houston as one of two new U.S. cardinals Cardinal-designate DiNardo says his elevation recognizes church’s growth in Southwest By Erik Noriega dinals during a special consistory HOUSTON (CNS) — Cardi- at the Vatican Nov. 24. nal-designate Daniel N. DiNardo “I am deeply grateful to the of Galveston-Houston called Holy Father for his kindness in Pope Benedict appointing me XVI’s decision and for his trust to name him a in allowing me cardinal “very to be placed in humbling and the College of surprising,” but Cardinals,” Car- also said it illus- dinal-designate trates the Vati- DiNardo said can’s recognition in his opening GREETING POPE — Bishop Kevin Vann (left) presents Father Allan Hawkins, of St. Mary the Virgin in of the church’s statement at the Arlington, to Pope Benedict XVI at the Sept. 26 papal audience in St. Peter’s Square. Bishop Vann and Fr. Hawkins growth “in the midday news were in Rome as participants in the Pastoral Provision Pilgrimage, which took place Sept. 22-29. For more information Southern part conference at about this pilgrimage, read Bishop Vann’s column on page 2. (Photo provided courtesy of L’OSSERVATORE ROMANO) of the United the downtown States.” chancery. The cardinal- “This is very Catholic leaders say veto won’t end designate, the humbling and fi rst from a Texas surprising. I efforts to insure more poor children diocese, made Cardinal-designate Daniel N. DiNardo of promise him the comments at my fullest com- By Nancy Frazier O’Brien Father Larry Snyder, president over fi ve years. Bush said the bill Galveston-Houston was named a cardinal an Oct. 17 news munion, loyalty, WASHINGTON (CNS) — of Catholic Charities USA, de- would have been a step toward by Pope Benedict XVI Oct. 17. He is conference in pictured in an undated photo. (CNS photo/ and obedience,” Catholic leaders who had urged cried the fact that “there were not socialized medicine and could Houston. courtesy Archdiocese Galveston-Houston) he said. an expansion of the State Chil- enough House members willing have led many families to drop Pope Benedict “I believe dren’s Health Insurance Program to stand up for children and vote their private health insurance in named 23 new cardinals, includ- that the Holy Father is also hon- expressed disappointment at the to override this ill-conceived veto favor of coverage by SCHIP. ing the Texas archbishop and oring this local church of Galves- House’s Oct. 18 vote that fell short of a bill that would have helped But Sister Carol Keehan, a U.S. Archbishop John P. Foley, ton-Houston, its past and present of overriding President George so many children without health Daughter of Charity who is presi- grand master of the Knights of bishops, priests, deacons, and re- W. Bush’s veto but said efforts insurance.” dent and CEO of the Catholic the Holy Sepulchre. ligious, and faithful for their love to reach a compromise must not The veto and the 156 House Health Association, said it was The announcement came at and loyalty to Jesus Christ and stop now. members who supported it “put tragic that the debate over the the end of the pope’s weekly their affection and communion The House vote was 273-156, the health of many of our nation’s legislation “has been clouded general audience Oct. 17. He said with the see of Peter,” Cardinal- 13 fewer than the two-thirds children at risk,” he said in a by so many false assertions and he would formally install the car- SEE CARDINAL-DESIGNATE…, P. 12 majority needed to override. statement. misconceptions.” The Senate had already passed The legislation would have ex- “While we welcome the inten- the legislation by a veto-proof panded funding for the program tions of President Bush and con- majority. known as SCHIP by $35 billion SEE FR. LARRY SNYDER…, P. 6 Young Adult Council: an opportunity for young adults to be more involved in life of local church Michelle Bayes says that her have worked on the Theology “And because of those op- commitment to her parish com- on Tap committee for going on portunities, I’m excited about the munity — St. Michael’s Church in three years now, and I think that formation of our diocesan Young Bedford — is what infuses her life is so important,” explains Bayes. Adult Council,” she adds. “The with purpose and meaning. The “It’s a ministry that brings young development of the council is im- 32-year-old fi nancial analyst ad- adults together from across the portant, so we can lay a founda- mits that she used to be “the per- diocese to learn more about their tion for even more young adults son who would come to church faith and to have the opportunity to become involved in the life of on Sunday, listen to the homily, to grow spiritually together.” the church in our area.” get my message, and go.” Participation in other diocesan The first diocesan Young Now, as a leader within her young adult activities, such as Adult Council meeting will be UNITY AWARDS — Tony Melendez performs Oct. 6 at the eighth annual parish young adult group for Flag Football for Charity and the held Thursday, Nov. 1, from 6 Unity Awards in Phoenix. The -based United Catholic Music and Video approximately three years, Bayes recent regional conference held in p.m. to 9 p.m. at Holy Family Association sponsors the awards to recognize excellence in Catholic music and fi nds herself involved in young Austin, gives her the opportunity Church, located at 6150 Persh- video. Melendez, a singer and guitarist who was born without arms, has traveled adult activities on the diocesan to meet other young people with ing Avenue in Fort Worth. Kevin throughout the world sharing the gift of music and has performed many times in and regional level, as well. “I similar values, says Bayes. SEE FIRST EVER…, P. 24 the Diocese of Fort Worth. (CNS photo/J.D. Long-Garcia, CATHOLIC SUN) Page 2 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Diocesan

As he calls us to shine the light of our faith on our culture, Bishop Vann reminds us to defend the life of each and all

Dear Friends in the the Gospel of St. Luke at Sunday unconscious in a hospital bed, the child for the last time for three years with severe physical and mental impair- Diocese of Fort Worth, and soon we will be hearing from St. ments, the frightened teenaged mother, Matthew. As the Church year draws and the unplanned embryo nesting in her ate in Is our own call near an end, and as the month of No- womb. Each of these vulnerable persons the vember dawns upon us, the themes is given to us so we may learn to love as L of the liturgy will call us to seriously God loves … generously, sacrifi cially, month of to conversion and examine our lives, and refl ect on our and unconditionally. May we never tire eternal destiny in Christ. In the Mass of proclaiming the dignity and worth of Septem- holiness in front for last Sunday and this Sunday, the every human life. May we never tire of ber, and second reading (the Epistle) speaks serving the vulnerable and their caregiv- of Faith, as well as the Gospel for ers with generous hearts. And may we early in the last Sunday: For example: “Remain never cease to pray for the day when all of us each day? faithful to what you have learned people, and all societies, will defend the month of and believed…. When the Son of life of every human from conception to Bishop Kevin W. Vann October, Man comes, will he fi nd any faith natural death.” on earth? ..... I have competed well, We would also do well to take I was in Rome on a week of Stetson of Houston for a time of prayer, I have fi nished the race, I have kept some refl ective prayer time with the refl ection, and discussion among our- the faith….” How integral is Faith in rosary in these last days of the month pilgrimage, discussion, and selves and with the regarding our lives and in our decisions? Do of the rosary. This ancient form of prayer with about 140 peo- the experience of the Pastoral Provision we put the light of Faith on culture, prayer, is a true form of contempla- over these past 25 years, and looking and not vice-versa? Is our own call tion and meditation, in which we ask ple from around the United toward the future in faith. to conversion and holiness in front the Mother of God to lead us to her We have been blessed here in our of us each day? As we seek to be Son, and always be open to his will States (but mostly from here diocese with the lived experience and ambassadors for Christ, in caring for each one of us — especially in his in Texas) who are part of the results of the provision, as other dioceses for the poor or living the Gospel of time and way. in Texas have as well. Three “personal Life, for example, all of this must be Finally, congratulations, prayers, “Pastoral Provision.” parishes” of the Pastoral Provision were rooted in the call to holiness and vir- and best wishes go to Cardinal-des- represented: Our Lady of Walsingham in tue — keeping the Faith, remaining ignate Daniel of the Archdiocese of These are priests and parishioners Houston, Our Lady of the Atonement in faithful to what is Truth, as challeng- Galveston-Houston. I have known who had been formerly Episcopa- San Antonio, and St. Mary of the Virgin ing as that is at times. him for many years, and our state is lian or Anglican and who had been in Arlington. It was a special blessing In this month of October, dedicat- truly blessed with this honor. The el- received into the Church in the last that Father Allan Hawkins could be with ed to Life, the Secretariat for Pro-Life evation of Cardinal-designate DiNar- 25 years under the auspices of the us for part of this pilgrimage. activities of the Confer- do, and the Archdiocese of Galves- Pastoral Provision, established by the We are near the end of the month ence of Catholic Bishops reminds us ton-Houston, is recognition of the late beloved Pope John Paul II. of October and are rapidly heading to- of the call to holiness when it says history, life, and vitality of the Church I was asked by Archbishop John ward November (the month dedicated that “And to some of us who are humble in Texas, a major part of which is the Myers, Archbishop of Newark, a long- to all of the Faithful departed). Along and lowly, God grants the privilege Hispanic heritage of our state and its time friend of mine and the Delegate of with the calendar year, the Church to be his instrument of bringing forth two ecclesiastical provinces. the Holy See for the Pastoral Provision, year is drawing rapidly toward its holiness from others. God loves, and God bless you always... to accompany him and Msgr. William conclusion. Soon we will be hearing wants us to love, the grandfather lying

Feeding the hungry is moral obligation, North Texas pope says for World Food Day Catholic VATICAN CITY (CNS) — us need.” Pope Benedict called for scien- Feeding the hungry is not simply “Indeed, we give too little if we tists, researchers, and technology a logistical and economic chal- offer only material goods,” Pope developers to work in conjunction lenge, it is a moral obligation, Benedict said in the message sent with farmers, farmworkers, and the Publisher: Pope Benedict XVI said. to Jacques Diouf, director-general indigenous who know the “cycles Bishop Kevin W. Vann In a message for the Oct. 16 of the Food and Agriculture Or- and rhythms of nature” and have Editor: Jeff Hensley celebration of World Food Day, ganization. protected them for centuries. Associate Editor: Mary Martin sponsored by the U.N. Food The pope said studies of the The pope also called for strength- Secretary: Judy Russeau and Agriculture Organization, situation of the world’s 850 mil- ening school meal programs for the Editorial Offi ce: 800 West Loop 820 South, Fort Worth, Texas 76108, (817) the pope said that perhaps the lion hungry people demonstrate poor throughout the world. 560-3300; FAX (817) 244-8839. failure to signifi cantly reduce the that a lack a food is not due only Children are “the fi rst victims” Circulation Offi ce: Rita Garber, 800 West Loop 820 South, Fort Worth, Texas rate of malnutrition in the world to natural factors such as drought, of the tragedy of hunger and of- 76108, (817) 560-3300. is due to the fact that too many but is due “above all, to situations ten suffer delayed physical and NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC (USPS 751-370) (ISSN 0899-7020) is published semi-monthly, except for the months of June, July, and August when it is pub- people consider it a “technical caused by human behavior,” in- mental development because lished monthly, by the Most Rev. Kevin W. Vann, Bishop of the Diocese of Fort and economic” problem. cluding wars that force people to of malnutrition, he said. Many Worth, 800 West Loop 820 South. Subscription rates are $24 for one year, $46 Individuals and nations, he fl ee their land and their homes. are forced to work or even are for two years, $68 for three years. Periodical postage paid at Fort Worth, Texas. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to North Texas Catholic, 800 West Loop said, must give priority to “the “The goal of eradicating forced to enlist in armed militias 820 South, Fort Worth, Texas 76108. ethical dimension of feeding the hunger and, at the same time, in exchange for food. Deadline for information for the North Texas Catholic is noon of Wednesday of hungry. This priority relates to providing healthy and suffi cient Pope Benedict said school the week before the paper is published. The NTC is published two times a month the feeling of compassion and diets, requires specifi c methods feeding programs not only pro- on Friday, except for the months of June, July, and August when it is published one time each month. solidarity that is part of being and actions that would allow for vide food along with education The appearance of advertising in these pages does not imply endorsement of human, leading to sharing with an exploitation of resources in a for students, but they provide businesses, services, or products. Readers must exercise prudence in respond- others not only material goods, way that respects the patrimony hope for the future for those ing to advertising in all media. but also [sharing] the love all of of creation,” he said. children’s communities. NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Page 3 Diocesan / State

Texas bishops respond Father Kyle Walterscheid, director of the Offi ce of Vocations, is to Amnesty International shown walking out of Sacred esponding Heart Parish in Muenster The Texas Catholic Conference, the with women and their unborn R following his ordination to the public policy arm of the bishops of children. priesthood in May 2002. Texas, issued the following state- Discontinuing participation to od’s all Even then, he appeared ment Oct. 8 regarding Amnesty with Amnesty International does G C to be inviting people International: not mean the to ask if they were in Texas will cease to protect being called to a We, the Bishops of Texas are human life and promote human vocation. instructing all parish and dioc- dignity in all circumstances. Vocation awareness — esan staff and other Catholic or- We will continue to oppose the ganizations to no longer support use of the death penalty, unjust fi nancially nor through publicity, incarceration, and the crushing Does anything good nor participate in joint projects effects of dehumanizing poverty or events sponsored by the or- in our state. We will continue to come from celibacy? Part 2 of 2 ganization known as Amnesty stand with refugees, migrants, International. This instruction is and other oppressed peoples. based on Amnesty International’s But, we will seek to do so in By Father Kyle Walterscheid of God without being impeded tests those who aspire to its decision to limit its human rights authentic ways, working most by the immediate concerns of pastoral leadership by offering agenda by promoting abortion as closely with organizations who raising a family. Thus celibacy them the challenge of a lifestyle a way to curb violence against do not oppose the fundamental ther was the channel by which Jesus of humility, compassion, and women, especially women in right to life from conception until and his Apostles were called to self-sacrifi ce. The result is that developing countries. In promot- natural death. Christian de- take care of the larger family of those found worthy by their ing abortion, Amnesty divides its Cardinal , nominations faith, the community, while mar- free acceptance of celibacy, own members, many of whom are president of the Pontifi cal Coun- O riage was the channel to which poverty, and obedience offer Catholics, and others who defend cil for Justice and Peace, stated can’t understand it. a husband and wife were called this sacrifi cial lifestyle as the the rights of unborn children, and that individuals and Catholic Catholics are often to take care for their immedi- common way to better ensure jeopardizes its support by people organizations must withdraw ate families, raising up a new holy governance of the Church. in many nations, cultures, and their support for Amnesty Inter- bewildered by it. generation of believers through More than a few Protestant pas- religions who share a consistent national if it continues with this Yet, celibacy remains their children. In other words, tors have told me that there is a commitment to all human rights. new policy, because, in deciding celibacy and marriage are meant lot to be valued in the Catholic Our assessment is that Amnesty to promote abortion rights, Am- as the norm for the to complement one another so as Church’s position. As a priest, I enjoy living International is now violating its nesty International has betrayed priesthood and to make a tight-knit community original mission to protect human its mission. This statement has of believers. according to the Church’s re- rights worldwide and has lost its been supported by the U.S. religious life. However, many Church op- quirement of celibacy for the moral credibility. Conference of Catholic Bishops. ponents want to see celibacy priesthood and religious life. While no human rights organi- We, therefore, call upon Amnesty In this second column on washed away with the next ocean It was a choice in life that I zation should turn away from the International to act in accord with the subject of celibacy, I hope tide of popular culture. They are made. I felt God calling me to suffering that women face daily its noblest principles, reconsider to continue to offer more posi- saddled with a warped view that the priesthood, and I knew that in the form of sexual violence, it its error, and reverse its policy tive benefi ts for the Church to celibacy for the priesthood was our Lord always graces us with should not prioritize a mother’s on abortion. Until then, par- maintain such a practice. introduced in the Middle Ages every blessing that we need in life above that of her unborn ishes, diocesan staffs, and other Contrasting marriage and to protect the Church’s property order to accomplish whatever child. It is better to advocate Catholic organizations should celibacy, St. Paul speaks in a and heritage, and that celibacy is he asks us to do. The choice of advancing her educational and no longer work with Amnesty rather humorous tone about therefore no longer needed. celibacy has brought me great economic standing in society International. We also encourage those who choose to marry, say- This is very misleading, be- stability, freedom from the de- and resist all forms of violence the lay faithful to examine their ing, “If you marry, however, you cause celibacy was embraced by structive forces of a hyper-sexed and stigmatization against her consciences and prayerfully con- do not sin … but such people Christ himself and was clearly a culture, and a happiness found and her child. Abortion is an act sider their personal involvement will experience affl iction in their part of the Christian leadership in giving myself fully to Christ of violence against both the child with Amnesty International. earthly life, and I would like to since its inception, with leaders in service to his people. and its mother. Any organization spare you that” (1 Corinthians like St. Paul numbered among Jesus chose a celibate life truly committed to women’s For more information, visit www. 7:28). Okay, married people, the celibate. And a few centuries to be able to give himself over rights must put itself in solidarity TXcatholic.org. admit it: Marriage has its mo- later, the Council at Carthage in completely to the Father as a ments too! 390 stated that continence (no holy sacrifi ce and to devote But celibacy, in our Christian sexual activity) was embraced by himself completely to the sal- Sisters of St. Mary of Namur invite tradition, really gains its value the Apostles and should there- vation of mankind through his women to ‘Come and See’ Nov. 18 in Christ himself. We can see fore be the norm for all church ministry. Should we not expect how many great goods came leaders. our Church leadership to do The Sisters of St. Mary of will begin with Mass at 10:30 a.m. from Jesus’ choice to live a Should we not be elated that the same? Namur will be hosting a “Come in the convent chapel, followed celibate life. First, it was a way our Church has decided that its and See” program Sunday, Nov. by dinner with the sisters, a pre- of life Jesus was called to by his leadership, in imitating Christ, Father Kyle Walterscheid is the 18, at OLV Center, 909 West sentation, and time for sharing. heavenly Father, and second, must come to empty themselves director of Vocations for the Shaw Street in Fort Worth. Single For more information, contact it permitted him to move from and take the form of a slave in Diocese of Fort Worth. He can be women, ages 18 to 45, are invited Sister Margaret Miller, SSMN, at town to town freely to heal order to humble themselves? reached by e-mail to kwalterscheid to attend and to learn more about [email protected] or call her and to herald the Kingdom (Philippians 2:7). Thus, the Church @fwdioc.org. life as a religious sister. The day at (817) 429-4009. Subiaco Academy in Northwest Arkansas to accept 8th graders in fall 2008 Subiaco Academy, a Catholic Monastic Council voted in July to The academy, founded in 1887 academy’s headmaster. “By start- school and pave the way to their Benedictine day/boarding col- begin the necessary preparations by the Benedictine priests and ing here in the 8th grade, students success in college.” lege preparatory school for boys, for this addition to the campus,” brothers of Subiaco Abbey, is will have a year to adjust to the Visitors are always welcome, recently announced that it will stated an Oct. 10 press release. located in Northwest Arkansas challenges of our curriculum according to school administra- accept 8th grade students in the “Among the many reasons for the near Fort Smith. The initial 8th and residential life before they tors. Inquiries may be made by fall of 2008. academy to expand its mission to grade enrollment will be limited begin their high school careers calling (800) 364-7824 or (479) “In response to a great deal of the 8th grade is the desire simply to about 20 students. with us. The foundation [that] 934-1034; or by e-mailing to public interest and after much to broaden the availability of a “Competition for college en- we will give them … in terms of [email protected]; or by discussion, the school adminis- Catholic Benedictine education in trance and scholarships is tough,” study skills and social growth visiting the school’s Web site at tration, Board of Trustees, and our region,” the statement said. noted Deacon Roy Goetz, the will help them succeed in high www.subi.org. Page 4 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Sacred Heart Singles Silent Study series on Cursillo Ultreya Parish to host Retreat to be the Mass to be is planned for study of Gos- held at Montser- offered at St. Nov. 10 at St. pel of Matthew rat Nov. 16-18 PeoplePeople Andrew’s Bartholomew’s Nov. 10 A silent retreat for singles will be “Yes, I’m Catholic! The Mystery A Cursillo Ultreya is an occasion held at Montserrat Jesuit Retreat of Faith,” a study series focusing where Cursillistas (those who have Sacred Heart Parish, 714 North House, located at 600 N. Shady upon the Mass, will be offered at St. attended a Cursillo) and others who Main in Muenster, will host a one- Shores Road, Lake Dallas. The Andrew Church, 3717 Stadium Drive are interested in the Cursillo move- day Bible study on the Gospel of retreat will begin at 6 p.m. Friday, in Fort Worth. Each Monday evening ment gather together to celebrate Matthew Saturday, Nov. 10, from 9 Nov. 16, and will continue through Events program will be held from 7 p.m. to Events Christ. An Ultreya (Spanish for a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Sacred Heart lunch on Sunday, Nov. 18. 8:30 p.m. in the parish hall. “onward”) will be offered in English Community Center. Father John Father Nathan Stone, SJ, will serve &of Importance for the “Introductory Rites: We Gather Saturday, Nov. 10, after the 5:30 p.m. Robert Skeldon, parochial admin- as retreat master for the weekend. as the Body of Christ,” will be held Mass at St. Bartholomew Parish, istrator of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church of Fort Worth Ordained to the priesthood in 2000, Oct. 29 and will be presented by 3601 Alta Mesa in Fort Worth. Parish in Wichita Falls, will give the he is an author and speaker and has Bishop Kevin Vann. “Liturgy of the At the gathering, according to presentation. been leading individuals and groups Word: We Come to Hear the Word of Cursillo information found online, The workshop is designed to give in the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises God,” presented by Dr. Toni Craven, members will share their life experi- participants a greater understanding for the past 10 years. a professor of Hebrew Bible at Brite ences based on the three tenets of and appreciation of those readings Participants in the retreat week- Divinity School at Texas Christian Cursillo life (prayer, study, and ac- from the Gospel of Matthew that will end will be given the opportunity University in Fort Worth, will be tion) or on a passage from Scripture. be heard at Mass in the upcoming for private prayer and reflection on offered Jan. 28. Local organizers indicate that there liturgical year. topics offered by the retreat master. “Liturgy of the Eucharist: We will be lively music, witness talks, Lunch will be served. A $6 dona- Mass, and the opportunity to receive Come to Share in the Supper of the group sharing, and plenty of food. tion is requested to cover the cost the sacrament of reconciliation will Lord,” will be offered March 31 and For more information, call Pa- of the lunch. Reservations are also be available. will be presented by Mary McLarry, mela Jones at (817) 291-3575. requested. To make your reservation The retreat is open to singles of former director of the Office of Wor- or for more information, contact all ages, including those who have ship for the Diocese of Fort Worth. Barbara Rohmer, parish director of been separated, widowed, divorced, “Concluding Rites and Review of the religious education, at (940) 759- or never married. Payment for the Series,” led by Father Tom Stabile, Youth Mass to 2511 ext. 16. retreat is based on a sliding scale, TOR, associate pastor of St. Andrew be held in Ver- and payment options are available. Church, will be offered April 28. Catholic record- To make a reservation, call Montser- Childcare is available 24 hours non Nov. 18 rat at (940) 321-6020, or e-mail to in advance; to reserve, call (817) A youth Mass will be held at Holy ing artist Steve [email protected]. More informa- 924-6581. To register for the series, Family of Nazareth Church, 2200 Angrisano to tion about Montserrat can be found MUENSTER LIFE CHAIN — Approximately 30 parishioners of Sacred Heart call (817) 927-5383. Roberts Street in Vernon, Sunday, online at www.montserratretreat.org. Church in Muenster gathered Sunday, Oct. 7, to participate in the National Life Rachel’s Vine- Nov. 18, at 4 p.m. The Mass will be perform in Ar- Chain observance by lining up along U.S. Highway 82 to join in the hour of followed by a social with refresh- lington Nov. 16 silent, peaceful protest against abortion. Other Cooke County residents gathered yard retreat, ments. All are invited to attend. Marriage en- in Gainesville and Lindsay to take part in the pro-life event from 2:30 p.m. to According to Cheyenne Marrinan, Nationally known singer, song- 3:30 p.m. Life Chain is held each year on the first Sunday of October. Pro-life Dec. 7-9, to volunteer coordinator of youth writer, and storyteller and former richment, vali- advocates of all ages met at over 1,200 Life Chain locations across the country offer post-abor- ministry at St. Mary Church in North Texan Steve Angrisano will dation program this year. (Photo provided by Barbara Rohmer) Henrietta, several youth ministers in perform at St. Vincent de Paul tion healing some of the northwestern counties of the diocese have worked together Church, 5819 W. Pleasant Ridge to be offered in A Rachel’s Vineyard retreat, de- since August to host monthly youth Road in Arlington, Friday, Nov. 16. Dr. Thomas Hil- signed to offer healing for women North Texas Masses, which have been well at- The concert will begin at 7:15 p.m. two locations and men struggling with the psy- gers to speak at tended by area teens and their adult in the sanctuary; handicap access is A one-day marriage enrichment Catholic chological and spiritual pain of leaders. “So far we have had great on the south side of the building, by program, entitled “Today … Tomor- abortion, will be held Dec. 7-9 in deadlines for women’s break- success,” said Marrinan, noting that, the chapel. All are invited to attend row … Forever,” will be offered Nov. Fort Worth. “We have youth [involved] in every the family-friendly event. 10 at St. Jude Thaddeus Parish, 600 submission fast Nov. 17 Rachel’s Vineyard retreats offer a The event is sponsored by St. Davey Drive in Burkburnett, and aspect of the Mass.” The North Texas Catholic is pub- Women for the Third Millennium safe, non-judgmental, and support- Vincent’s youth ministries office. Nov. 17 at The Catholic Center, 800 For more information, call lished twice monthly, except during will hold a women’s breakfast Satur- ive environment to those struggling While there is no charge to attend West Loop 820 South in West Fort Cheyenne Marrinan at (940) 781- the months of June, July, and August day, Nov. 17, from 9:30 a.m. to noon with abortion’s aftermath. The the concert, donations will be ac- Worth. The program, sponsored by 7648 or e-mail to cmarrinan21@ when it is published monthly. The at the Cooper Guest Lodge–Berkley retreat team, which includes a priest cepted for the benefit of Arlington the diocesan Family Life Office, will yahoo.com. deadline to submit information is Room, 12230 Preston Road in Dallas. and a licensed counselor, provides Pregnancy Center. take place from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 noon on the Wednesday of the week Registration will take place begin- the confidential support needed Steve Angrisano’s unique blend of p.m. at each location. St. Philip’s to before the paper is published. ning at 9 a.m. to help participants work through laughter, song, story, and audience Topics to be discussed will include Items for the Nov. 9 issue must be The guest speaker will be Dr. feelings of anger, shame, guilt, and interaction has made him a popu- “Living the Sacrament of Marriage,” host marriage received by noon on Wednesday, Oct. Thomas Hilgers, a medical doctor grief, so that they may be open to lar choice for leadership at parish “Commitment,” “Communica- 31. Items for the Nov. 23 issue must who serves as the director of the experiencing the healing love and enrichment missions, concerts, workshops, tion,” “Conflict Resolution,” and be received by noon on Wednesday, Pope Paul VI Institute for the Study mercy of God. and youth events across the world, “Intimacy.” Time will be set aside seminar Dec. 1 Nov. 14. of Human Reproduction and the Mothers, fathers, grandparents, including multiple Life Teen and for couples to strengthen their rela- National Center for Women’s Health and former participants in the All married couples are invited Steubenville youth conferences, five tionships with regard to these topic in Omaha, Nebraska. He will speak abortion industry — anyone who to attend a marriage enrichment World Youth Days, and four National areas, as well as to focus upon their on “Infertility and Miscarriage: has been hurt by abortion — are seminar based on the book The Catholic Youth Conferences. individual relationships. Real Solutions to Real Problems.” welcome to attend. Five Love Languages by Dr. Gary Angrisano, who moved to Rich- This program, open to all inter- Lay Carmelites Dr. Hilgers, who was appointed to For more information or to regis- Chapman. The seminar, hosted by ardson as a high school student, ested married couples who wish to permanent membership in Pontifi- ter for a retreat, call the confidential the Marriage Encounter ministry of attended All Saints Church in Dallas. deepen their sense of mutual love invite others cal Academy for Life in 1994, has help line at (817) 923-4757 or e-mail St. Philip the Apostle Parish, will After attending the University of and commitment, is also an oppor- to join twice developed a natural procreative to [email protected]. take place Saturday, Dec. 1, from Texas, Angrisano served as a youth tunity for couples seeking to have technology (NaPro) which relies on 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the parish’s minister at St. Mark Church and at their marriage validated within the monthly diagnostics, hormones, and surgery Calix support Community Life Center, located at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, both in Catholic Church. to identify and treat underlying 1897 W. Main Street (at Kirkpatrick) Plano. Angrisano, who also served To register for the Burkburnett gatherings causes of reproductive ailments in a group meets in Lewisville. A catered dinner will on staff at The Pines Catholic Camp session, call Marie King at (940) “Would you like to deepen your manner faithful to Catholic Church monthly at follow at 6 p.m. in East Texas, moved to Colorado in 569-1222. For more information or relationship with Jesus and Mary?” teaching. In the book, Chapman writes 1998, where he currently lives with to register for the Fort Worth session, ask the Third Order of the Blessed Women for the Third Millen- Holy Family about the importance of being able to his wife and three children. call the diocesan Family Life Office Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel (Lay nium is an organization designed Calix, a monthly support meet- express love to one’s spouse in a way For more information about the at (817) 560-2452 ext. 304 or ext. Carmelites). The Lay Carmelites to promote and support the au- ing for Catholics who are alcoholic that they can understand. Seminar concert, contact Diane Donahue at 256 or visit the diocesan Web site at invite those in search of this deeper thentic dignity and femininity of and others who are struggling with presenters will be José and Marilyn (817) 478-8206 ext. 216 or e-mail www.fwdioc.org. relationship to join them on the sec- all women. addiction and seeking recovery, is Garcia of Austin, area leaders of to [email protected]. ond and fourth Sundays of the month The cost is $30 per person, or offered the first Saturday of each World Wide Marriage Encounter. for a time of prayer and fellowship. $28 per student. Religious and month at Holy Family Church, The seminar fee is $25 per couple, The next scheduled gathering will consecrated women may attend 6150 Pershing Avenue in West Fort including the catered dinner. For Offi cial Assignment be held Oct. 28. at no charge, but reservations are Worth. The next meeting will be those only attending the seminar, Those interested are asked to required. Reservations must be held Nov. 3, beginning at 10 a.m. there is a $5 per couple fee for gather at 1:45 p.m. in the rectory received by Nov. 12. To register or in the chapel. materials. To register or for more in- The following assignment has been made by Bishop Kevin chapel of St. Mary of the Assumption for more information, call Patricia Calix meetings focus on en- formation, contact Rick and Roberta Vann: Church, 509 W. Magnolia Avenue Sherk at (214) 348-6191, or Helen hancing spiritual growth through Boitnott by e-mail to rboitnott@ in Fort Worth. Formation will take McCleneghen at (972) 612-5978 sharing Eucharist, discussion, and sbcglobal.net or by calling (903) Rev. Polycarp M. Nguyen Ducthuan, CMC, upon the permission place from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. or e-mail to mcclenbea@hotmail. fellowship. 796-8491; or Bill and Carol Louree of his religious superior, has been appointed pastor of Vietnamese in the school building. For more com. More information may also For more information, call Dea- by e-mail to [email protected] or by Martyrs Church, Arlington, effective Oct. 31. information, call Phyllis Poth at be found on the Web site at www. con Joe Milligan at (817) 737-6768 calling (972) 219-7994. The dead- (817) 457-1746. womenthirdmillennium.org. ext. 105. line for reservations is Nov. 17. NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Page 5 People and Events Former University Cath- Father Ivor Episcopal priest olic Community Koch Charity to speak to at UTA to offer Fundraiser to interfaith group retreat Nov. 3-4 be held Oct. 27 Nov. 4 The University Catholic Commu- The Fourth Degree Knights of nity (UCC) at the University of Texas Columbus of Sacred Heart Parish Keith Garvin, a former priest of at Arlington will hold a retreat the in Wichita Falls will hold the 11th the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas, will weekend of Nov. 3-4. The retreat, to annual Father Ivor Koch Charity speak to the semiannual meeting of be held at the UCC Campus Ministry Fundraiser Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. in the the Parish Interfaith and Ecumeni- building, located at 1010 Benge Dr. parish hall. cal Representatives (PIERs) Sunday, in Arlington, will begin at 5 p.m. A live auction is planned, and a Nov. 4, at 2:30 p.m. at St. Rita Saturday and will conclude after the spaghetti dinner and soft drinks will Church, located at 5550 E. Lancaster 5:30 p.m. Mass on Sunday. be served at no charge. Avenue, Fort Worth. The retreat, which will focus on Sacred Heart Parish is located at Garvin, who is currently serving the theme of “Love,” will offer time 1501 9th Street in Wichita Falls. For as family life coordinator of the for praise and worship, individual more information, call the parish Immaculate Conception Church quiet time, music, workshops, and office at (940) 723-5288. in Denton, was received into the reflections from guest speakers. Re- Catholic Church by Bishop Kevin treat participants will also take part HOLY SEPULCHRE INVESTITURE — Newly invested members of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Vann in early October. He was a in a service project on Sunday. St. George Har- Jerusalem — Connie and Dr. Paul Meyer, of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Keller; Rosemary and Richard Endres, of celibate clergy member of the Dallas Dinner on Saturday ,and break- vest Dance to Holy Family Parish, Fort Worth; and Mina and Tony Milburn, St. Patrick Cathedral Parish, Fort Worth — are pictured Episcopal Diocese. He will report on fast and lunch on Sunday will be with Archbishop Daniel DiNardo of Galveston-Houston, grand prior of the order, who was recently named a cardinal the ferment within the Episcopal provided. All are asked to bring a be held Nov. 3 by Pope Benedict XVI. The new members were invested at a special liturgy at the annual meeting of the Southwestern Church, according to program bedroll for an overnight stay. The altar society of St. George Lieutenancy, held Oct. 12-14 in Oklahoma City. Members of the order, bound in loyalty and service to the pope, pledge materials, and advise PIERs and To register or for more informa- Parish in Fort Worth will sponsor to lead lives of faithful witness and to help preserve the faith in the Holy Land. other interested Catholics on how tion, call the UCC at (817) 460-1155 a Harvest Dance Saturday, Nov. to work with Episcopalians in the or e-mail to webmaster@utacatholics. 3, from 8 p.m. to midnight. The current climate. org. Online registration is available event will be held at the National PIER members are affiliated with Women’s tea, Skinner Memori- at www.utacatholics.org. Hall, 3316 Roberts Cut-off Road in Holy Family the diocesan Ecumenical Com- Fort Worth. mission, where they act as liaison auction to be School to cel- al Run / Walk to ‘Spirituality of “Come join the fun,” suggest orga- between the commission, the bishop, nizers. Music will be provided by the held at St. Fran- ebrate fall festi- be held Oct. 27 and their parishes, reporting on St. Therese’ to Czech and Then Some Band. Activi- ecumenical developments and cis of Assisi The 14th annual Judi K. Skinner ties will include a harvest fruit pull val Oct. 27 managing parish ecumenical and be focus of 5K/1-Mile Fun Run/Walk will be held and cakewalk, and door prizes will Holy Family School will host its interfaith events. Parish Nov. 4 Saturday, Oct. 27, at St. Andrew School, CRC retreat be distributed. Klobase sandwiches, 2007 fall festival Saturday, Oct. 27. This meeting is open to all inter- All woman are invited to attend a 3304 Dryden Road in Fort Worth. The kolache pastries, and nachos will be The school invites children and ested persons, especially . For Nov. 9-10 benefit tea and auction Sunday, Nov. 5K will begin at 8 a.m., and the 1-mile available for purchase. family members of all ages to take more information, contact Kathleen Brother Joseph Schmidt of the 4, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., sponsored run will follow at 8:10 a.m. The cost is $12.50 per person. part in the festivities on the Holy Easler at (817) 430-2454. Sangre de Cristo Retreat Center in by the Mothers with Young Children A pancake breakfast will be served For a reservation, call Joan at (817) Family Parish grounds, located at Santa Fe, New Mexico, will lead a Ministry (MYC) of St. Francis of in the school cafeteria at 8:30 a.m. 838-3106, Janet at (817) 232-8844, 6146 Pershing Avenue in Fort Worth, retreat, “Welcoming Who You Are: Assisi Church, 861 Wildwood Lane, The race is a memorial to Judi K. or Mary at (817) 838-8120. from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Our Mother of An Introduction into the Spiritual- in Grapevine. The annual event, Skinner, a dedicated parent who was The event’s highlights will include instrumental in the development of Mercy Fall Fes- ity of St. Therese,” at the Catholic which will be held in the parish’s an exotic animal petting zoo, thea- Renewal Center, 4503 Bridge Street Family Life Center, enables MYC the St. Andrew’s Spirit Club. Mt. Carmel trical performances, bounce houses, For the 5K run, awards will be tival set for in East Fort Worth, next to Nolan to provide Christmas gifts to local face painting, athletic challenges, Catholic High School. The retreat will Center to offer needy families and to assist them in given to the winners of designated games, and a variety of food items age groups as well as the overall win- Oct. 27 begin Friday evening, Nov. 9, and will covering basic needs such as utility for purchase. Our Mother of Mercy Church, conclude on Saturday, Nov. 10. morning of re- bills and groceries. ners. All participants in the 1-mile Tickets may be purchased at the run will receive a ribbon. located at 1001 East Terrell Avenue Br. Schmidt, a member of the fl ection Nov. 14 MYC is comprised of Christian festival. Prices range from $5 for 10 in Fort Worth, is gearing up for its Christian Brothers, will introduce mothers who share similar goals Because the date of the event had Mount Carmel Center, an institute tickets to $18 for unlimited access annual fall festival, to take place retreat participants to his new book, for their families and children. The originally been scheduled for Oct. of Christian spirituality located at to most games. Proceeds will benefit Saturday, Oct. 27, beginning at 10 Everything is Grace: The Life and group supports both recreational 13, all previously received entry 4600 West Davis in West Dallas, Holy Family School and its pro- a.m. and continuing until 4:30 p.m. Way of Therese of Lisieux. “Therese’s and pastoral activities that minister forms will still be valid for the Oct. will host a morning of reflection grams. For more information, call Because of the ongoing construction spirituality welcomes us to be who we to its members, St. Francis Parish, 27 date. The cost is $20 per person Wednesday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. the school at (817) 737-4201. of the new school, the festival will be are, as we are, and where we are,” and the community. or $50 per family. Entry forms are to noon. The program, entitled “All held at The Bethlehem Community states program information. “This Silent and live auctions are available through the St. Andrew Carmelite Feast Day: Embracing Center (across the street from the retreat will provide an opportunity planned, and tea sandwiches and School Web site at www.standrewsch. the Treasure,” will be led by Father church). to explore our lives, especially our other refreshments will be served. org, or by calling the school office Stephen Sánchez, OCD. The retreat “Come out to take a look at the difficult experiences, in the context Payment for all auction items is by Viking Run set at (817) 924-8917. will explore the Carmelite charism new school as well as enjoy all of of faith and prayer.” check or cash only. as exemplified by the saints of the the games, treats, and of course, the The cost for the overnight retreat is Admission is free. For more in- for Nov. 3 at order, including Elijah, Teresa of St. Jude Thad- good barbecue dinners,” say festival $75, including accommodations and formation, call the parish office at Jesus, John of the Cross, and Thérèse Gateway Park organizers. three meals. For more information (817) 481-2685 or e-mail to myc@ deus Parish to of the Child Jesus. For more information, call Betty or to make a reservation, call the stfrancisgrapevine.org. in Arlington Participants must register prior host fall festival Harris at (817) 429-9492 or call the CRC, Monday through Friday, 9:30 to Nov. 7. The suggested donation Bring the entire family to the parish rectory at (817) 335-1695. a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at metro (817) for the program is $25. For more first annual Viking Run, to be held Oct. 28 429-2920. information, call Vicky at (214) Saturday, Nov. 3, at Gateway Park The 42nd annual St. Jude Church 331-6224 ext. 314. Sacred Heart in East Ft. Worth. The 1-mile timed Fall Festival will be held Sunday, Oct. run/walk will start at 8 a.m., with 28, from 10:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. The in Seymour the 5K run/walk following at 8:30 festival will take place in the parish Sisters of Holy to host Polka a.m. A warm-up will take place hall, located at 600 Davey Drive in at 7:30 a.m. An awards ceremony Burkburnett. Family of Naza- Mass, Nov. 11 is planned immediately following The event, which serves as the The Catholic community of Sacred the 5K Race. church’s main fund-raising event of reth to offer Heart Parish, Seymour, welcomes The run will benefit Nolan Catho- the year, includes an all-you-can-eat vocation retreat all its neighbors to the celebration lic High School Project Graduation. turkey and German sausage dinner of a Polka Mass Sunday, Nov. 11, This program provides an alcohol- with all the trimmings. The dinner Nov. 17 beginning at 10 a.m. and drug-free set of celebrations for will also be available on a carry-out The Sisters of the Holy Family After the liturgy, a Czech Olde Nolan’s graduating class. basis; free delivery in Burkburnett of Nazareth will host a Come and World Dinner with Bohemian sau- Join us for food, music, and lots can be arranged by calling the parish See Retreat Day for single Catholic sage, turkey, and kolaches will be of fun, encourage organizers. Those office at (940) 569-1222. CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS BUILD HOUSE — Five members of the Catholic women, ages 16 to 35, who are dis- served at Sacred Heart’s Mosler Hall interested in participating may regis- In addition to the meal, home- Daughters of the Americas from St. Stephen Church in Weatherford were in- cerning a vocation to the religious until 1:30 p.m. An auction will begin ter online at www.Vikingrun.com or baked goods, a silent auction, vited by the Wichita Falls CDA court to participate in the Habitat for Humanity life. The retreat will take place at 1:30 p.m., and a country store will at the park on race day beginning at and crafts will be featured at the building project sponsored by CDA courts from throughout the state of Texas. Saturday, Nov. 17, at the sisters’ offer baked goods and crafts. 6:45 a.m. Race information packets festival. St. Stephen parishioners (l. to r.) Cathy Kosikowski, Cristina Guelda, and Ellie convent, located at 1814 Egyptian Seymour is located two-and-a-half are available for pickup Nov. 1-2 at Tickets to the festival are $8 per Plunkett are shown preparing pieces of house trim at the building site. Also Way in Grand Prairie. hours from Fort Worth, going 199 Luke’s Locker, 1540 S. University adult and $4 for children under the participating were Rose Davis and Mary Reyes. Two Habitat homes were being For more information or to reg- west to Jacksboro and then 114 west Drive in Fort Worth, (817) 877- age of 12. Children under the age of built side by side — one for a Lutheran family and one for a Catholic family ister, call Sister Mary Paul Haase, to Seymour. For more information, 1448. For more information, contact five will be admitted free of charge. — and the CDAs from Stephenville helped out at both. A dedication ceremony CSFN, at (972) 642-5191 or e-mail contact the parish office at (940) Mary Berger by e-mail to Mary@ For more information, call the parish was planned for Oct. 20. to [email protected]. 889-5252. racetimeproductions.com. at (940) 569-1222. Page 6 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Diocesan / State Sister Maria Elena Gonzalez, Mexican American Cultural Center win Archbishop Flores Award for Leadership in Hispanic Ministry

WASHINGTON (CNS) — The Diocese of Lubbock and one of tural Center, established in 1972, Committee chairman Bishop Mexican American Cultural the fi rst U.S. women diocesan has developed pastoral materi- Placido Rodriguez of Lubbock Center and Mercy Sister Maria chancellors. She also served als to serve Spanish-speaking said the award is given to rec- Elena Gonzalez, both of San for eight years as a consultant U.S. Catholics and has become ognize leadership in Hispanic Antonio, have been selected as to the bishops’ Hispanic affairs a cross-cultural center for the- ministry and to encourage high the latest recipients of the Arch- committee. ology, pastoral ministry, study levels of leadership through- bishop Patrick F. Flores Award She also has served on the Sis- of the Spanish and English out the country. The honor is Medal for Leadership in Hispanic ters of Mercy’s leadership team, languages, and research and named for Archbishop Flores, Ministry. has been a missionary to Guate- study of Hispanic life. Arturo who headed the San Antonio The award, conferred by the mala, a member of the San Antonio Chavez is currently president Archdiocese from 1979 until his U.S. bishops’ Committee on His- Express News daily newspaper’s of the center. retirement in 2004. panic Affairs and announced in community advisory board, and Washington, will be given to the served on the Census Bureau’s winners at a Nov. 11 ceremony in race and ethnicity committee for Baltimore during the committee’s the 2000 Census. Sr. Gonzalez meeting, which coincides with has also received the Pro Eccle- Sr. Maria Elena Gonzalez, RSM the U.S. bishops’ fall general sia et Pontifi ce Cross from Pope meeting. of the Mexican American Cul- John Paul II and two honorary Sr. Gonzalez recently stepped tural Center. She also was the doctorates. down after 14 years as president fi rst woman chancellor for the The Mexican American Cul- Fr. Larry Snyder of Catholic Charities USA urges Congress, White House to work together to fi nd agreement on SCHIP legislation

FROM PAGE 1 weakest and most vulnerable and gives health care coverage gressional opponents of the bill citizens.” to uninsured low-income chil- to continue working for SCHIP “Ensuring that sick children dren.” reauthorization, we should be- receive adequate health care Fr. Snyder of Catholic Chari- gin those discussions by being is a profound moral issue and ties USA also called on Congress clear and forthright about what essential to the common good,” and the White House “to work the current legislation does and she added. “Congress and the together to fi nd agreement on a does not do,” she said in a state- president must end their partisan bill that provides this critically ment. “Continuing to obfuscate bickering and quickly pass legis- needed coverage to more poor the issue is not the way to reach lation that reauthorizes SCHIP children.” an agreement, much less the way to achieve the president’s stated goal of ensuring health coverage for low-income children.” Sr. Carol said the vetoed legis- lation, which had been the result of a bipartisan compromise, rep- resented “the best opportunity to ensure that millions of children remain covered under SCHIP and extend coverage to millions more who are eligible but not enrolled.” Although more than 6 million children currently are enrolled in SCHIP, another 6.5 million chil- dren in families making less than 200 percent of the federal poverty level are eligible for SCHIP or Medicaid but are not enrolled. Funding for the program is due to expire Nov. 16. Alexia Kelley, executive direc- tor of Catholics in Alliance for the Common Good, said in a state- ment that it was “truly sad that this great nation cannot ensure basic health care coverage to its NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Page 7 Diocesan / State Msgr. Gleissner memorialized in naming of hall at Texas A&M Several relatives of Msgr. Gleissner, including those living the devastating Galveston Hur- in the Fort Worth Diocese, traveled to College Station to ricane of 1900. Sent to St. Joseph Church in witness the Sept. 22 dedication of a residence hall named Bryan in 1904, where he spent in honor of the priest who played a signifi cant role in the nearly 50 years as pastor, then- church in Texas in the fi rst half of the 20th century. Father Gleissner soon became acquainted with students from Relatives of Msgr. John Baptist Sept. 22. The ceremony marked the Agricultural and Mechanical Gleissner (1865-1953), a former the dedication of Gleissner Hall, College of Texas, now known as Catholic chaplain at Texas A&M a Catholic dormitory named in Texas A&M University. Msgr. University, were present at a honor of Msgr. Gleissner. Gleissner’s advocacy on behalf special dedication ceremony Msgr. Gleissner, a native of of the college students led to held at St. Mary Catholic Center Burgkunstadt, Bavaria, studied the building of St. Mary Chapel in College Station on Saturday, for the priesthood at the near the campus in 1926. Made of Our Lady of An- an auxiliary chaplain during gels in Niagara Falls, World War I, Msgr. Gleissner also New York. He was or- ministered to soldiers during the dained for the Diocese fl u epidemic of 1918. of Galveston July 10, Named a monsignor in 1931, 1889, by Bishop Nicho- the priest went on to serve as head las Aloysius Gallagher. chaplain at Bryan Army Air Field In 1900, while serving during World War II, while also as pastor of St. Mary serving approximately 6,000 Ger- Church in Hearne, he man prisoners of war residing in a (L. to R.) Cliff and Cathy Sicking of Sacred Heart Parish in Muenster, Mary Krahl Sicking of St. Mary’s Parish in Gainesville, and Lois Sicking of St. Anthony Parish became ill and was camp in Hearne. Msgr. Gleissner in Upland, California, gather in front of a chapel near the Texas A&M campus sent to Galveston’s remained active in ministry at St. which, as the plaque (background) indicates, was dedicated in honor of their St. Mary’s Infi rmary, Joseph Church and at the univer- relative, Msgr. John Gleissner. The fondly remembered priest, who served as where he later survived sity until his fi nal, brief illness, and a chaplain at the university, was chosen as the namesake of a new Catholic died Feb. 28, 1953. residence hall on campus. Members of Msgr. Gleissner’s family traveled to Msgr. John Gleissner Relatives present at the dedi- College Station for the Sept. 22 dedication. (Photo provided by Lois Sicking) appears at right in this cation of Gleissner Hall included historical familly photo. several grandchildren and great- George Weigel, spoke of Msgr. model of a life well lived in The priest served as a grandchildren of the beloved Gleissner’s legacy to young Catholic faith,” said Sicking. chaplain at Texas A&M priest’s sister, Margaret Gleissner Catholics, and of the priest’s com- “He taught us to have respect University, where a Catholic residence hall O’Connor, and of his niece, Mary mitment to helping young adults for every individual regardless of was recently dedicated O’Connor Sicking. The keynote to develop a strong foundation of their personal circumstance. He in his honor. (Photo speaker at the ceremony, noted Catholic faith. taught us to provide opportuni- provided by Lois Sicking) Catholic author and theologian Lois Sicking of Upland, Cali- ties to youth to fully explore their fornia, whose grandmother was skills and personal talents,” she Paid Advertisement Msgr. Gleissner’s niece, repre- said. “He taught us to live a life sented the Gleissner family in of great personal integrity, with thanking university offi cials at dedication to excellence, and with the dedication ceremony. “Msgr. hope for a better future for all, by Gleissner served as a great role following our Catholic faith.”

TRIDENTINE MASS Latin Indult Mass : p.m. Sundays St. Mary of the Assumption Church  W. Magnolia, Fort Worth High Mass Second and Fourth sundays Low Mass First and Third Sundays Page 8 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Diocesan

Photos by Francine Sustaita

“Let the children come to me, and do not prevent them; for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” — Matthew 19:14 Above: Children sit before the altar rail at St. Patrick Cathedral, waiting to receive a blessing before the holy Eucharist.

ore than 300 children As the service began, a — were called upon to each and their families — most from pilgrim statue of Our Lady of lead a decade of the rosary. throughout the Diocese of Fort Fatima was processed into the Rosaries were made, donated, Worth and some from the Dal- cathedral, followed by three and sent from as far as Florida las Diocese — gathered at St. children, Christina, Aric, and and for all of the Top, left: Brother Patrick Cathedral in downtown Ciara Nelson, dressed as the children attending the event. Patrick Crowley, Fort Worth Friday evening, three children of Fatima. After The evening of prayer “was CFR, assists a Oct. 5, to participate in the local the crowning of the statue a wonderful opportunity to young boy as he observance of the Worldwide by Bailey Huber, each child share with our children the leads a decade of Children and Youth Holy Hour. present brought in a rose to closeness you can feel with the rosary during The local celebration coincided lay at the statue’s feet. General Jesus through the Eucharist,” the holy hour with similar gatherings at the Worth Assembly #1089 pro- said parent Erica Knox. liturgy. National Shrine of the Immacu- vided an honor guard for the Luke Bauer, 9, agreed, late Conception in Washing- special evening. saying it was the “most fun- Left: Young ton D.C. and other locations Several members of the packed day” he had ever had children genufl ect around the world. Franciscan Friars of the Re- in his life, and “the blessing I as they place The celebration, encouraged newal led the children in the received was great!” roses before a by Pope Benedict XVI as a way eucharistic holy hour and reci- pilgrim statue of marking the 90th anniver- tation of the rosary. Each child For information in starting a of Our Lady of sary of the apparitions of Our received an individual blessing children’s holy hour group, call Fatima. The Lady of Fatima, was an oppor- and prayer as Father Michael Eileen Nelson at (817) 926-5399 Worldwide tunity for young children and Kmiotek, CFR, of Fort Worth’s or e-mail to [email protected], Children and their families to raise prayers Sacred Heart of Jesus Friary, or call Kim Ball(817) 426-5085 or Youth Holy Hour was a way of to God, seeking peace in com- held before them a monstrance e-mail to jc-kim-ball@sbcglobal. marking the 90th munities around the world. containing the Eucharist. net. anniversary of the The pope granted an apostolic Five children — Peter apparitions of Our blessing to all who participated Burke, Garrett Ball, John Burke, Contributing to this story was Lady of Fatima. in the Oct. 5 event. Sam Myers, and Leah Barton Kimberly Ball.

Close to 300 Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and adult Scout leaders gathered at Worth Ranch for the annual diocesan

Almost 300 Cub Scouts, Boy Ignatius Loyola, told their stories Scouts, and adult Scouting to demonstrate how they lived as leaders attended the annual examples of each of the 12 Scout Catholic Scouting Retreats at Laws. The creation of a living Above: Boy Scouts listen to a dramatization of the Worth Ranch, a Scouting facility Rosary was included among the lives of the saints and how the ideals to which they near Palo Pinto, during the last many retreat activities. aspired can be applied to “Living the Scout Law.” weekend of September. Father Anh Tran, the diocesan The Cub Scout Retreat, mark- Scouting chaplain and pastor ing its 10th year, focused on of St. Francis of Assisi Parish in vocations. The youngsters had Grapevine, was present to offer the opportunity to work on their the sacrament of reconciliation. religious emblems and to par- He also celebrated Mass for the ticipate in craft activities, games, Scouts, Scout leaders, and family songs, and storytelling. members present for the retreat Left: Two Cub Scouts Above: Boy Scout servers prepare for The theme for the 47th annual weekend. show their tight bond. the offertory procession during Mass at Lifelong friendships Boy Scout Retreat was “Living the More retreat photos and infor- Worth Ranch. Father Anh Tran, diocesan can be forged by Scout Law.” During the Boy Scout mation about the Catholic Com- Scouting chaplain, presided at the liturgy. participating in Scout Retreat, Catholic heroes, such as mittee on Scouting are available activities. (Photos provided by Richard Cureton) St. Joan of Arc, St. George, and St. online at www.bsaccs.org. NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Page 9 National / International ‘Google-generation’ seminarians minister with MySpace and more By Carol Glatz territory and point people to the Bruno said often he is asked VATICAN CITY (CNS) — An truth and to Christ, the seminar- by curious online visitors what ocean away from family and ians said. led to his decision to become a friends, some U.S. seminarians Bruno, 22, said one of the priest. at the Pontifi cal North American things he loves most about the He tells them it wasn’t some- College in Rome are bridging the networking power of Facebook is thing “abnormal like a lightning divide with online communities “I put down I am a Mets fan, that bolt coming down and throwing and digital means of commu- I follow Notre Dame football,” you on the fl oor” or a loud voice nication such as Skype, instant as well as his favorite books and calling your name. The reasons, messaging, Facebook, MySpace, movies. Other young people may he said, were rooted in the people and more. be drawn to his profi le because who raised, loved, and taught But while it may have begun they have a shared interest in the him throughout life. “The vocation to be a priest is as simple e-mails and Web log, or New York Mets baseball team or SEMINARY ENROLLMENT — John Michels (right) prays during Mass at St. John blog, with entries meant to keep because they went to the same one that is nourished fi rst in the Vianney Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota, in late September. Enrollment is at an all- loved ones in touch, their notes high school, but then they see that family, but also in all your rela- time high, with 154 men from 28 dioceses, making it the largest college seminary from Rome to home have blos- he is also a seminarian studying tionships, your friends, teachers, enrollment in the United States. (CNS photo/Dave Hrbacek, CATHOLIC SPIRIT) somed into a whole new way for for the priesthood in Rome. and parish priests,” he said. these students who are preparing Very few people actually know Bruno said relationships are for the priesthood to share their a seminarian, and meeting one crucial and are “the nourishment North American College in Rome spiritual journey with the rest of online and discovering he has of one’s vocation.” the world. many of the same interests as Now because of Facebook, in- experiences enrollment boost “It’s a great witness when we other young people can wipe stant messaging and Skype, he is share our stories, our experiences away some preconceived notions able “to keep those relationships By Carol Glatz generation.” in [the] seminary” that include about the kind of person who is alive and vibrant” so that they VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The He said they are more com- “our hopes, our joys, our fears, drawn to a priestly or religious continue to sustain him both as a Pontifi cal North American Col- mitted to working hard, “mak- our anxieties about” the journey vocation, the three men said. person and as a future priest. lege in Rome experienced an ing themselves holy, and more toward the priesthood, said John- Being a presence in these on- “So many people have the increase in its enrollment of semi- learned about the teachings of ny Burns, 27, of Milwaukee. line communities almost acts as idea that the life of a priest is narians as it welcomed a freshmen the church.” Burns, Jacob Bertrand of a sort of accidental advertising a lonely life, that it is without class of 52 students this year. “They want to make a differ- San Diego, and Michael Bruno for the Catholic Church. relationships. Well, that couldn’t Now the total number of ence in people’s lives and how of Brooklyn, New York, took a On the one hand, some people be farther from the truth,” Bruno students enrolled in the U.S. people see the church, the mission break from their busy schedules may be drawn to vent their said. seminary is 185, the most in the of the church in modern society,” as second-year theology students frustrations or anger about the On the one hand these young past 40 years, said Msgr. James F. he said. to speak with Catholic News church, but Burns said, “on the men are sent away from their Checchio, the college’s rector. The priest sex abuse scandals Service about how some semi- fl ip side it’s also easier for a young families and friends to complete While the upturn refl ects U.S. in the United States have meant narians from today’s so-called man or young woman who’s con- their studies and formation, but national trends, the rector said that the kind of person stepping “Google generation” are helping sidering a vocation to the priestly in the end, Bruno said, “we’re enrollment also has been boosted forward to pursue priestly life other people fi nd God and the or religious life to send a quick also sent back to them to minister because more dioceses are send- possesses a much greater degree church through the Internet. question or two or even enter into to them, to be a comfort, to be a ing their men to Rome for prepa- of inner strength and dedication, “There’s a lot of junk on the a relationship of counseling with guide, to be a priest to them.” ration for the priesthood. he said. Internet, and we have to fi x it,” a priest or a seminarian who can All of them emphasized the “There are 14 new dioceses With a tarnished image of said Bertrand, 23, who seems the give some advice on the discern- aim of their online presence was that have men here that did the church in the media and the savviest of the group with a blog, ment process.” not to point people to their site not last year,” including many secularized world, “it requires accounts on two social network- He said his answering ques- or to create a perfect or popular dioceses from the Midwest and more courage for a man to come ing sites on the Web — MySpace tions and engaging people in Christian community; it is to the South, he told Catholic News forward so I think we’re getting and Facebook — and plans for refl ection in these “electronic be a signpost of sorts to show Service Oct. 16. a better candidate based on that,” broadcasting practice homilies communities” have provided people the way back to God and The college also has “a pretty he said. on YouTube, a video-sharing him with valuable opportunities to a real physical community that good number,” 74 priests, who Meanwhile, this was the fi rst Web site. to experience ministry work. involves human interaction, face are pursuing graduate degrees year the college has ordained a “We need to integrate our- “We are ministering to these to face. in Rome and living at its Casa priest from Australia. selves into these online com- people in many ways, both in Burns said online commu- Santa Maria, he said. Several Australians are living munities and in a sense baptize sharing our stories, in helping nities are “a helpful means of “A few years ago [that number] and studying at the college this the way these things work,” he them along their way answering evangelization and can be a very had been down to 57,” he said. year, making “a nice addition said. their questions, and providing successful tool for the church if, Aside from boasting greater to the community,” Msgr. Chec- “Everyone’s opinion gets them another avenue for their at the end of the day, it’s bring- numbers, the college’s higher chio said. expressed and published, but own personal faith exploration,” ing people to the sacraments and quality students are also some- Because the Australian bish- nobody’s opinion necessarily has the Milwaukee denizen said. especially to the Mass.” thing he is proud of, Msgr. Chec- ops do not have a national col- any truth to it,” the California But while the three men see “You cannot experience Jesus chio said. lege in Rome and they liked the native said. that they are helping people Christ on the Internet no matter The monsignor, himself a American college’s reputation, Well-formed Catholics and learn more about the church what you do,” Bertrand said; it North American College alum- the Australian bishops asked church leaders have a golden op- and Christ, they also see it helps has to be a “personal experience nus, said that “the seminarians permission from the U.S. bishops portunity to move into the World strengthen their own love for God of Christ,” and “they won’t get today are much more serious a few years ago to enroll their Wide Web like any new mission and priestly calling. that on the online community.” now I would say than even my seminarians, he said.

his earliest works in the United in Mind,” “Grant to Us, O Lord” 1990 in Rome. At a 1972 seminar Fr. Lucien Deiss, liturgical music States. and “Priestly People.” at St. Francis College in Loretto, composer, dies at age 86 Pope Paul VI chose Fr. Deiss His music was among the fi rst Pennsylvania, he said ballet and to coordinate the Lectionary in World Library’s collection to other forms of dance have a right- FRANKLIN PARK, Illinois A funeral Mass was to be cel- psalter following Vatican II. be made available for digital ful place in the liturgy, but they (CNS) — Holy Ghost Father Luc- ebrated Oct. 13 at Seminarie des Fr. Deiss’ music was in the downloading on iTunes and must be “a form of worship, not ien Deiss, a liturgical music com- Missiones in Larue, France. popular vanguard shortly after similar services. a performance.” poser and a liturgical consultant News of Fr. Deiss’ death was permission was granted for Mass Among Fr. Deiss’ many speak- His best-known compositions at the Second Vatican Council, released by World Library Publi- to be celebrated in the vernacular ing engagements was the North were compiled in a series of music died Oct. 9 in his native France. cations in the Chicago suburb of in the 1960s. Among his composi- American Conference on Cultur- books called Biblical Hymns and He was 86 years old. Franklin Park, which published tions were “All the Earth,” “Keep al Awareness in Liturgy held in Psalms. Page 10 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Viewpoints Like the saints, we must stand as witnesses of authentic freedom in Christ By Lucas Pollice moral relativism that is pervasive in our

society. Sound familiar? It is the same n November 1, we sin of pride and the abuse of freedom The Tree of Life that Adam and Eve chose in the fi rst sin. celebrate the feast of Do we alone know what is good and what is evil? Does a child know what OAll Saints, when the is at the center of the Garden is truly good for him? Or does he need his loving parents to show him what is universal Church celebrates truly good? Only in choosing God and the lives of the men and because it represents eternal life his goodness do we come to know true freedom and fullness of life! It is only women who displayed living in accord with the truth that God and the goodness and life that comes reveals to us that we become truly free. heroic virtue in following Again John Paul II states: Christ and are for us a from being in communion with God. God’s law does not reduce, much less profound example of love do away with human freedom; rather, it protects and promotes that freedom. and holiness. God has given us free will precisely In contrast, however, some present- day cultural tendencies have given The great lives of the saints provide rise to several currents of thought in a powerful witness to what it means to choose to love Him and live in his ethics which center upon an alleged to be fully human and to live in the confl ict between freedom and law. freedom of Christ. The saints show us These doctrines would grant to that true freedom is found not in doing life, and it is only in choosing God individuals or social groups the right whatever we want, but in using our to determine what is good or evil. God-given freedom to choose what we Human freedom would thus be able ought to do and what we were created and his goodness that we know and to “create values” and would enjoy a for: to live in the goodness and love of primacy over truth, to the point that the Father through Christ. This proper truth itself would be considered a understanding of human freedom experience true human freedom. creation of freedom. Freedom would is oftentimes lost in our modern thus lay claim to a moral autonomy culture, but it stands at the heart of which would actually amount to an what it means to be human and at the absolute sovereignty. foundation of what it means to truly fullness of life. eat of it you shall die”’ (Genesis 2: — THE SPLENDOR OF TRUTH, 35 live a life in Christ. On the other hand, the Tree of 16-17). With this imagery, revelation In fact, this profound reality of Knowledge of Good and Evil reveals the teaches that the power to decide Thus, the modern day moral human freedom is revealed at the very reality that we can abuse the freedom what is good and what is evil does relativism that we see throughout beginning in the Garden of Eden. The that God gave to us and that because not belong to man, but to God alone. our culture really has to do with our fi rst part of Genesis, chapter 3, reveals of our free will, we can choose to turn The man is certainly free, inasmuch misunderstanding of human freedom, that Adam had the freedom to eat of away from God and his goodness as he can understand and accept and we literally forget that we are God’s all of the trees in the garden, thus his and thus know and experience evil God’s commands. And he possesses creatures and not the creators of truth. freedom is far-reaching and seemingly and separation from God. Therefore, an extremely far-reaching freedom, As Catholics we need more than ever unlimited. However, there are two trees human freedom must halt before the since he can eat “of every tree of to be living witnesses of this reality that are then specifi cally mentioned Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil, the garden.” But his freedom is not through the holiness of our lives and that play an important role. The fi rst is as it belongs to God alone to determine unlimited: It must halt before the our faithfulness to the teachings of the Tree of Life that is in the center of what is good and what is evil. Our “tree of the knowledge of good and Christ. We must be effective witnesses the garden. The other tree is the Tree of human freedom is not unlimited! By evil,” for it is called to accept the to the fact that living a life in Christ is Knowledge of Good and Evil, and it is succumbing to the temptation of Satan moral law given by God. In fact, not a “no” to this and a “no” to that the fruit of this tree that God specifi cally and eating of the fruit of this tree, Adam human freedom fi nds its authentic but a “yes” to true freedom and life! forbids Adam and Eve from eating. and Eve abuse their freedom, choosing and complete fulfi llment precisely in It is through this kind of witness that Why are these two trees so important? against God’s goodness, and commit the acceptance of that law. God, who Catholics everywhere can be like the Is God just setting up Adam and Eve the fi rst sin. This fi rst sin of Adam and alone is good, knows perfectly what saints, living witnesses of hope that for failure? No! God is revealing to us Eve was a sin of pride, a false sense of is good for man, and by virtue of his reveals to the entire world the power the reality of human freedom. Let’s take a freedom, and by the act of choosing very love proposes this good to man in and freedom that Christ offers to all. look at these two trees and what they evil, their freedom, ironically, becomes the commandments. symbolize. enslaving. Human beings were not — THE SPLENDOR OF TRUTH, 35 The Tree of Life is at the center of the created to know evil, and evil entered Lucas Pollice is director of Garden because it represents eternal life the world only when God’s creatures Unfortunately, our modern culture Catechesis and Adult Faith and the goodness and life that comes abused the gift of freedom and chose glorifi es unlimited human freedom and Formation and RCIA for the from being in communion with God. against God, who is all good. In sees man as autonomous in determining diocese. Lucas holds a degree in God has given us free will precisely to answering this fundamental question his own destiny. Moral laws and the theology from the Franciscan choose to love Him and live in his life, about human freedom John Paul II teachings of the Church are often University of Steubenville and it is only in choosing God and his beautifully writes: seen as limits to our freedom and a and has a master’s degree in goodness that we know and experience hindrance to our human potential. The theological studies from the Institute for true human freedom. Thus, true and In the Book of Genesis we read: “The knowledge of what is good and evil Pastoral Theology of Ave Maria University. authentic human freedom is only realized Lord God commanded the man, no longer belongs to God alone, but He is an adjunct professor of theology with in accordance with God’s wisdom and plan saying, ‘You may eat freely of every becomes a product of human freedom the Cardinal Newman Institute in Fort for the human family. As long as Adam tree of the garden; but of the tree of in which now man himself becomes a Worth. Lucas and his wife, Mary, have four and Eve choose to live in communion the knowledge of good and evil you god who knows what is good and what children, Cecilia, Nicholas, Timothy, and with God, they enjoy true freedom and shall not eat, for in the day that you is evil. This is the very source of the Christian. NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Page 11 Views

Imagining vs. Knowing; Lying about In our mind’s eye vs. Holding our hand ‘safe’ abortions By Richard Doerfl inger Now we see dimly, he Guttmacher Institute, re- equate health care system, and abortion was counted as “safe” search affi liate of Planned these of course place enormous even if it killed the woman; an but then we will see TParenthood, has helped pressure on women. Within the illegal abortion was called unsafe write a new study in a British United States, where abortion and “harmful” even if no woman journal called The Lancet, and the is legal for all women, abortion was harmed. This is stated explic- face to face New York Times is excited: rates are much higher among itly in the study, which the Times low-income and racial minority perhaps did not bother to read. A comprehensive global study women — not because they are In fact, studies in this issue By Kathy Cribari Hamer of abortion has concluded that less moral, or care less about the of The Lancet note that Peru, the abortion rates are similar in law, but because they are so sel- Philippines, and Sri Lanka have countries where it is legal dom offered another choice. all dramatically reduced maternal and those where it is not, This does not mean that mortality in recent years, without suggesting that outlawing the abortion rates are unaffected by changing their strong laws against procedure does little to deter “Before I had children, I had fi ve the law. The opposite has been abortion. Keys to success in Sri women seeking it. Moreover, proven again and again in the Lanka included an improved the researchers found that U.S., as even very modest laws health system, skilled birth at- theories about bringing up children…” abortion was safe in countries (laws for parental involvement in tendants, and improved status where it was legal, but danger- the case of minors, bans on public and literacy for women — factors begins an embroidered sampler hanging ous in countries where it was funding, etc.) have signifi cantly long promoted by the Holy See outlawed and performed clan- reduced abortion rates in recent at United Nations conferences. in my kitchen. destinely (NYT, Oct. 12). years. So the second half of the There are many ways to help Some news media tend to lose Times’ lead sentence is misleading women be “safe,” without urging their critical faculties when pre- and false. them to destroy their children. The cross-stitched piece, fashioned by my friend Mary, sented with the opportunity for a Finally, the Lancet study did The central finding of the was a gift on the occasion of my youngest baby’s birth, breathless headline on abortion. not fi nd that legalizing abortion Lancet study is actually that the and in addition to decorative words, it shows three girls In this case, the basic fi nding of makes it “safe.” That was not the total worldwide abortion rate, and two boys, holding hands in a row. the study is reported accurately subject of the study. The research- including “unsafe” (that is, illegal) They are neat, tidy, and identical — a requirement (though without the skepticism ers found no reliable way to count abortions, went down between for children composed entirely of criss-crosses, outline that should greet abortion news “unsafe” abortions directly, so 1995 and 2003. Women globally stitches, and French knots — but these particular fi ve from the abortion industry), fol- for purposes of the study they are turning away from abortion, children are so perfectly proportioned and arranged they lowed by two conclusions that simply defi ned “safe” abortions especially when they are offered could be Radio City Music Hall embroidered Rockettes. are “spin,” not fact. as “those that meet legal require- better choices. You won’t fi nd that More signifi cantly, none of their little faces is dirty; no one The Lancet study did find ments” in countries where abor- conclusion in the New York Times. is screaming, pulling hair, eating the last piece of candy in similar abortion rates in countries tion is generally legal. They never Richard Doerfl inger the dish, or leaving shoes on the living room fl oor. with anti-abortion laws and those found legal abortions to be safe, is Deputy Director The sampler is lovely, tender, and serene, and its com- without. However, the former but assumed this in order to study of the Secretariat for plete embroidered message is whimsical: “Before I had countries tend to be Third World something else. Pro-Life Activities, children I had fi ve theories about bringing up children. countries with grinding poverty, In effect, “safe” became a U.S. Conference of Now I have fi ve children and no theories.” an unstable society, and an inad- euphemism for “legal.” A legal Catholic Bishops. Who among us had theories that survived? Who had workable preparation or even practical imagination suf- fi cient for the reality of children? When our first baby was about to be born, I remember thinking, “Hmmm. I probably won’t get to sleep late on Saturday mornings (A)ssisted (R)eproductive anymore.” “Ha!” I laugh now, as I remember the me that was me then, who was innocent and defi nitely needed guidance from the current me. (T)echnology and the Family I wish I’d been there to warn me. I know now that anyone so recently familiar with the By Helen Alvaré routine of sleeping late — any morning — is too young to have children. A parenthood prerequisite should these practices. Perhaps not sur- At the beginning of the 21st upon the family, and by exten- stipulate: “Applicant must have lived a full decade past prisingly, many fi nd it diffi cult century, it is impossible to avoid sion, society. Parts of this teach- ‘partying till dawn,’ and should have no recollection of to imagine that our faith would news reports on the subject of ing will appeal immediately to mid-Saturday slumber.” have moral objections to mar- the “changing American fam- our common sense. Other parts Before parenting, how could we have known what to ried couples “making babies” ily” — high rates of cohabita- require one to accept with good theorize or anticipate? For example: I never expected my by any means. Yet the Church tion, out-of-wedlock parenting, will that God’s ways are not our son John to climb out the window of his fi rst-grade class- does fi rmly object. Church docu- same-sex marriage debates. ways — that there is holy mys- room. (“Someone got sick and the teacher said to leave ments such as Donum Vitae and One lesser-noted phenomenon, tery in God’s choosing to bring the room, so I did.”) I never expected Andrew to put a Evangelium Vitae explain the changing people’s experience of human life into being in one hot dog into the VCR. (“I wanted to see if it would fi t.”) arguments against substituting family from the inside out, is the manner and not another. The hot dog experience would have been less pain- a technological act for married increasing use of assisted repro- Catholic Social Teaching calls ful if the VCR had not recently been serviced. The next love as the source of procre- ductive technologies (“ARTs”). the family the “fi rst natural com- day I took the unit back to the repair center — we were ation. The ART industry tends In the United States alone, there munity,” society’s fi rst cell. As within the 30-day work warranty — and the owner said, to “commodify” children, and are thousands of fertility clinics, such, the family ought to be the “It seems greasy. Are you sure no one else has worked on ART processes may also involve sperm banks, egg brokers, and prototype of a good society. At a it?” freezing, destroying, or donating surrogate mothers annually pro- very basic level, Catholic teach- “Never!” I assured him. “You’ll fi nd us to be doggedly (for experiments) embryos “left ducing about 10,000 children. ing holds that good social life faithful clients.” over” from clients. Many people, including many requires every person to regard Life’s expectations — child-related and otherwise Catholics, are unaware of the Another Catholic perspective every other person as a gift from SEE HAMER, P. 26 Church’s moral responses to on ARTs concerns their effects SEE ALVARÉ, P. 26 Page 12 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 State Cardinal-designate DiNardo is humbled by pope’s decision to name him cardinal

FROM PAGE 1 designate DiNardo said. But he also said his elevation is a sign the Vatican is recogniz- ing the growth of the church in the region. “The growth of the Catholic population in the Southern part of the United States in recent years is something to be noted,” he said. Currently there are more than 1.4 million Catholics in the Arch- diocese of Galveston-Houston. The explosive growth seen in the archdiocese has been partly driven by the Hispanic popula- tion, but there also has been Cardinal-designate Daniel N. DiNardo of Galveston-Houston addresses chancery steady growth in the numbers staff during an Oct. 17 afternoon reception to celebrate the announcement that of other ethnic groups. he was one of 23 new cardinals named earlier that day by Pope Benedict XVI. “I think what the Holy Father (CNS photo/Erik Noriega, TEXAS CATHOLIC HERALD) and the Holy See are saying is that the whole South and South- tion of Hispanics in the United western part of the United States States. “I am delighted that we with its variety of people — obvi- “I think what the Holy are acknowledged by the Holy ously a major portion of whom Father and the Holy Father for our years of fi delity are Hispanic — is a noteworthy See are saying is that to the Church and the contin- and beautiful addition for the the whole South and ued growth of the Church in the Catholic Church in the United Southwestern part of the Southwest. I think it is a distinct Cardinal-designate Daniel N. DiNardo of Galveston-Houston is shown in a States, and they wanted to rec- United States with its honor for the Southwest part of ognize that,” Cardinal-designate the United States to have a Car- March 2006 photo addressing participants between sessions of the catechetical variety of people … is a conference of the Diocese of Rockville Centre at Christ the King Church in DiNardo said. dinal within our territory.” Commack, New York. He was one of 23 new cardinals named by Pope Benedict “What a great honor and joy it noteworthy and beautiful Bishop Kevin Vann also of- XVI Oct. 17. (CNS photo/Gregory A. Shemitz, LONG ISLAND CATHOLIC) is for all of us here in Southeast addition for the Catholic fered praise for his brother Texas to be so recognized by Pope Church in the United bishop. “All of the dioceses in Benedict XVI,” he continued. States, and they wanted Texas are very honored by the “Our great diversity and richness to recognize that.” elevation of Archbishop DiNardo Elevation of Cardinal- of peoples are matched by our as a cardinal. I have known Arch- unity of faith and love for the — Cardinal-designate bishop DiNardo for years. His Daniel DiNardo designate DiNardo no Lord and his church,” Cardinal- friendship and encouragement designate DiNardo said. have been a personal blessing,” He explained he had found out Galveston-Houston practically Bishop Vann said. “We all rejoice surprise to his friends about his elevation the morning double in size and met that with in the Lord, and pray for him and By Patricia Zapor to 1990 he was a staff member of Oct. 15 while in Oklahoma. He excellent pastoral initiatives.” the Archdiocese of Galveston- WASHINGTON (CNS) — That of the Vatican Congregation for was surprised at the phone call In an Oct. 17 press release, Houston these days.” the fi rst cardinal named to a Texas Bishops. and admitted he was still in “a the Texas Catholic Conference At the conclusion of the Hous- diocese would be Galveston- From 1990 to 1997 he held state of shock.” congratulated Archbishop Di- ton press conference, Cardinal- Houston Archbishop Daniel N. pastoral posts in the “I’ve only recently become the Nardo, on his appointment as designate DiNardo added that DiNardo, 58, is no surprise to his Diocese, where he was named archbishop here and, relatively cardinal-elect. while he will end up “wearing friends in Pittsburgh, where he assistant secretary for educa- speaking, I know we have to be “This appointment is wonder- the red ... it belongs equally to grew up and served in various tion in 1991. He taught in the careful in saying this, I’m rela- ful news,” stated Archbishop priests, deacons, religious, and capacities for 14 years. ongoing formation program for tively young being 58 years old,” Emeritus . “Arch- past shepherds, of whom Arch- “We’ve been predicting this, priests and was assistant spiritual Cardinal-designate DiNardo bishop DiNardo is a hardwork- bishop Fiorenza, to my mind, is but we didn’t think it would director at St. Paul Seminary. said, drawing laughter from the ing wonderful bishop who is a model.” He added, “I’m a kid happen for maybe another fi ve He also was a member of the media. greatly appreciated both here in from Pittsburgh who happens to years,” said Father Louis Vallone, priests’ council and the board He was named coadjutor of his diocese and in Rome. This just be named [a cardinal], but pastor of St. John of God Parish of consultors for the diocese, as Galveston-Houston in 2004; the appointment is a recognition of I’m honored and humbled to be in McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, well as the diocesan theological diocese was elevated to an arch- his wonderful priestly qualities, in such company.” who has been friends with Cardi- commission. diocese in December 2004. He and is an important recognition Answering a question from nal-designate DiNardo since 1963, He was named coadjutor became head of the archdiocese by the Vatican of the Church of the media, Cardinal-designate when both attended Bishop’s bishop of Sioux City, Iowa, in in 2006 when Archbishop Joseph Galveston-Houston, of the South, DiNardo expressed hope that Latin School in Pittsburgh. 1997 and became the head of the A. Fiorenza retired. and of the Southwest.” perhaps his new title would Cardinal-designate DiNardo, diocese the following year. Cardinal-designate DiNardo “Archbishop DiNardo’s ap- inspire young men to pursue a one of 23 cardinals named Oct. In Sioux City, he was known said he expected he will have a few pointment is a particular joy to priestly vocation. 17 by Pope Benedict XVI, will for a strong focus on vocations, more responsibilities at the Vati- Texas, a state rich in Catholic “The more the merrier! If in receive his red hat in a Nov. 24 the strengthening of adult re- can, “but my major responsibility history and presence,” stated fact any of my work or enthu- consistory at the Vatican. ligious education programs, remains being the archbishop of Bishop James Tamayo of the siasm can inspire them toward A native of Steubenville, Ohio, a continued emphasis on the Galveston-Houston,” Cardinal- Diocese of Laredo, who chairs the priesthood, I say blessed be born May 23, 1949, and raised just value of Catholic schools, and designate DiNardo said. the U.S. Conference of Catholic God. I would love it,” Cardinal- across the state line in Pittsburgh, the creation of safe environment He took a moment to thank Bishops’ Committee on Hispanic designate DiNardo said. Cardinal-designate DiNardo programs for children. Archbishop Fiorenza, who was Affairs. The newly-named cardinal was ordained for the Pittsburgh Cardinal-designate DiNardo at the press conference. In addition, Bishop Tamayo also asked the faithful to keep Diocese in 1977. received bachelor’s and master’s “For 20-plus years,” Cardinal- recognizes the importance of this him in their prayers in the com- He served there in various degrees from The Catholic Uni- designate DiNardo said, this “na- appointment for the Archdiocese ing days and years as he assumes pastoral capacities before go- versity of America in Washington, tive son” was “a superb shepherd of Galveston-Houston, an area more responsibility in the univer- ing to Rome, where from 1984 SEE CARDINAL-DESIGNATE…, P. 13 of this local church. He watched with the second largest popula- sal church. NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Page 13 International / National / State Amid the crowd in St. Peter’s Square, Archbishop John Foley hears his name as a newly designated cardinal VATICAN CITY (CNS) — U.S. “I didn’t get back in time to and that was a surprise,” Cardi- Cardinal-designate John P. Foley, be there at the beginning of the nal-designate Foley said. a Philadelphia native, was stand- audience, and I didn’t have my He said a pilgrim standing ing in the middle of St. Peter’s glad rags on,” meaning his formal next to him asked him if he knew Square among a sea of 30,000 clerical dress, so he said he just any of the men the pope had just pilgrims when Pope Benedict XVI snuck inconspicuously into the named to be cardinal. named him a cardinal. middle of the crowd. “I said ‘Yes, I know quite a few Though he knew the previous He told Catholic News Service of them.’ And I said ‘I am one of day he was going to be one of 23 he never expected to be the sec- them,’ Well, I don’t think he be- people to receive a red hat, the ond new cardinal listed after the lieved me,” he said, laughing. Oct. 17 announcement was go- senior Vatican prefect, Cardinal- ing to fall on the same morning designate . Editor’s Note: Cardinal-designate he had a follow-up visit with his When the pope “started the Foley, was featured in the Aug. 31 is- eye doctor. list, there I was No. 2 on the list, sue of the NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC. After Nov. 24 consistory, United States will have 17 of world’s 202 cardinals VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Af- Houston. of Rome’s Basilica of St. Mary ter the Nov. 24 consistory for the Of the 17 U.S. cardinals, 13 Major and retired archbishop of creation of new cardinals, 17 of will be under age 80 and eligible Boston; William J. Levada, pre- the 202 members of the College to vote in a conclave to elect a fect of the Congregation for the of Cardinals will be from the new pope. Doctrine of the Faith; Roger M. United States. The U.S. cardinals under age Mahony of Los Angeles; Adam Pope Benedict XVI expanded 80 will be: Daniel N. DiNardo of J. Maida of Detroit; Theodore E. the U.S. contingent in the college Galveston-Houston; Edward M. McCarrick, retired archbishop of Oct. 17 when he announced he Egan of New York; John P. Foley, Washington; Sean P. O’Malley would give the red hat to Arch- grand master of the Knights of of Boston; of Phila- U.S. Cardinal-designate John P. Foley stands with his crosier as he celebrates bishop John P. Foley, pro-grand the Holy Sepulchre; Francis E. delphia; and J. Francis Stafford, Mass on the feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary at the Basilica master of the Knights of the George of Chicago; William H. head of the Apostolic Peniten- of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington Aug. 15. He was one of 23 new cardinals named by Pope Benedict XVI Oct. 17. (CNS Holy Sepulchre, and Archbishop Keeler, retired archbishop of Bal- tiary and former archbishop of photo/Nancy Wiechec) Daniel N. DiNardo of Galveston- timore; Bernard F. Law, archpriest Denver. KNIGHTS TEMPLAR — At left, a detail is shown of a Cardinal-designate DiNardo demonstrates replica document in which Pope Clement V absolved the care for God’s people, say colleagues Knights Templar of charges of heresy. Below, three seals FROM PAGE 12 University. “In addition to leading the local are displayed on a portion of where he is currently a member He has a twin sister, Margaret; church of Galveston-Houston, he the replica document. The of the board of trustees. He also an older brother, Thomas; and a now assumes special responsibil- replica was made public in received a licentiate in theology younger sister, Mary Anne. ities as adviser to the pope and to Rome Oct. 9. A reproduction from the Pontifi cal Gregorian Vincentian Father David M. his colleagues with whom he will, of the Latin-language minutes University in Rome and a degree O’Connell, president of Catholic one day, elect his successor. of trials against the Knights in patristics, the study of the University, said in a statement “Cardinal-designate DiNardo Templar in 1308 is being Fathers of the Church, from the Oct. 17 that the designation gives has consistently demonstrated published by the Vatican Augustinianum in Rome. Cardinal-designate DiNardo “a both competence and care for Secret Archives at the end of During his time in Rome, he new and privileged role in the the people of God in every task October. Only 799 numbered also served as director of Villa universal church.” that has come before him in his copies of the 300-page Stritch, the residence for U.S. “As cardinal, His Eminence distinguished career,” said Fr. volume will be sold and are priests working at the Vatican, will now share in the pasto- O’Connell. “In particular, his destined for top libraries and and taught a theology seminar ral governance of the church tireless commitment to evange- medieval scholars. The 800th in methodology at Gregorian throughout the world,” he said. lizing the faithful at every level copy was to be presented to of need marks him Pope Benedict XVI on Oct. 25. (CNS photos/Alessandro out as especially Bianchi, Reuters) suited for this high honor within the church.”

Contributing to this story was Regina Linskey.

Cardinal-designate Daniel N. DiNardo of Galveston- Houston addresses the media during a press conference in Houston Oct. 17. (CNS photo/Erik Noriega, TEXAS CATHOLIC HERALD) Page 14 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Page 15 Left: Good Shepherd parishioner Megan Kepler makes empanadas while working at Proyecto de Panaderia, a bakery that has been established for the benefi t of orphans, the elderly, and AIDS patients served by Santa Gertrudis Parish on the outskirts of Juticalpa.

Left: Teens from St. Vincent de Paul Church walk to Mass at San Jerónimo Parish in Gualaco. The 10 teens and 5 adult leaders from St. Vincent spent time working in Gualaco, Campamento, and Juticalpa during their seven days in Honduras.

By Nicki Prevou Staff Writer Above: During her youth group’s stay in Catacamas, Holy Family parishioner Camille Ivy-O’Donnell teaches eventeen-year-old Tony Vu, elementary school children how to brush their teeth. a parishioner at St. Vincent Teens from Holy Family brought backpacks fi lled with Left: Connor McGrath of St. Francis of Assisi de Paul Church in Arlington, personal hygiene items, toys, and school supplies to share with Honduran children. Church presents a delegate from Dulce Nombre Right: Alex Salcido, a member of described an event that took de Jesus Parish in Culmi with a bicycle provided Good Shepherd Church in Colleyville, Right: Eighteen teens and fi ve adult leaders from St. place while visiting St. Vincent’s by St. Francis parishioners. The Grapevine works with other teens from Good Francis of Assisi Church in Grapevine join some young partner parish, San Jerónimo Church church raised more than $4,000 to purchase 27 Shepherd and with Honduran students Honduran friends in swimming in the river near Culmí. in Gualaco, Honduras. The experi- mountain bikes, which were loaned to trained in weeding a garden at Fray Casimiro The group had spent the morning laying concrete fl oors ence, said Tony, was an epiphany Delegates of Word. The Delegates of the Word Cypher Center, a vocational trade to replace existing dirt fl oors in small, rural homes, regularly travel to remote areas, where they lead school located in Campamento. that changed his life. before heavy rains forced them to evacuate the area. After working all morning to lay Bible studies and conduct prayer services. cement over the existing dirt fl oor in aftermath of Hurricane Mitch, which them.” a small, remote rural home, mem- killed thousands and swept away Suzanne Fitzgerald, coordinator bers of the St. Vincent youth group farmlands across Central America, in- of youth ministry at Good Shepherd lined up for lunch, along with the cluding Olancho, which is comprised Church in Colleyville, agreed that the Below, background: The rugged mountain terrain and unpaved roads Honduran family who owned the of approximately 8,000 square miles experience of traveling to Honduras within the Diocese of Juticalpa make travel to remote parishes diffi cult. Left: Madeline home. As enchiladas were served, of mountainous landscape. is “life changing.” Kepler (foreground) “This mission trip is something every youth Tony realized that “the Honduran Through the partnerships formed “We have taken three trips to travelers, the most memorable aspect okay,” wrote Camille in a refl ection and Jimmy Ruth, should participate in if given the opportunity. Good Shepherd family … was eagerly waiting for between several parishes in the Dio- Honduras, taking eight teens on each of a trip to Honduras can be the op- on her time in Catacamas. “This re- The effect on your life is indescribable…. Seeing parishioners, are permission to eat. My whole struc- cese of Fort Worth and the Diocese of of the fi rst two trips,” said Fitzgerald. portunity to form lasting, personal ally was an amazing experience that starvation, poverty, and unconditional love joined by Honduran all come together was something I had never ture crumbled right then and there, Juticalpa, churches, retreat centers, “Then, this past summer, we took 17 relationships with Honduran young I don’t think I am likely to forget.” students as the witnessed before. It took me a while to understand like the 9-11 twin towers. At that and schools have been built in the teens. Six of those youth had been at people. “Cultural nights” are of- For 18-year-old Theresa Hupf, teens weed the how people with so little, had so much hope and dismayed moment, I realized how devastated area, while food, medi- least once before.” The difference in fered so that teens of both countries a parishioner at Good Shepherd garden at the I took things for granted and how cal services, and a wide variety of attitude, leadership, and commitment can talk, pray, sing, and play soccer Church, her second trip to Honduras Campamento enthusiasm in their lives. I came to realize that a much I had.” supplies are sent in a steady stream to she witnesses in a young person after together. Honduran youth teach the yielded new insights and a height- trade school. happy life does not consist of money, name-brand The memory of that “dismayed the needy who reside in remote areas. they have traveled to Honduras is “Punta,” a traditional Honduran ened sense of purpose. “One event clothes, the newest technology, or even the nicest house in the neighborhood…. I realized that moment” stays with him each time In these isolated rural areas few have “phenomenal,” said Fitzgerald. “We dance, while the American teens touched me in a way that made my without my computer, I am still happy because I he eats a meal, said Tony. “I’m not access to services such as a safe water live a very privileged lifestyle, and show their new friends the steps to heart go out to the Honduran peo- have my family. Without my cell phone, I’m still the same person anymore [since supply, education, and primary medi- when these kids are taken totally out dances such as the “Electric Slide” ple,” wrote Theresa, who participated glad to have friends. Without television, I still have leaving Honduras]; I thank God cal care. of their element, it is wonderful to see and “Cotton-Eyed Joe.” in her youth group’s task of deliv- Left: Members of the Holy Family Church youth group pause a God that cares about me…. It took over 2,000 every day for his wonderful gifts Teens from the Diocese of Fort how that touches their hearts.” Camille Ivy-O’Donnell, 16, a ering food to needy families in the while working to clear debris in a convent in Catacamas. miles and a few hundred people for me to realize and blessings. After college, I’m Worth participate in parish fundrais- The Good Shepherd community parishioner at Holy Family Church Campamento area. Seven teens and two adults from Holy Family began work to that.” going to dedicate my life to serving ers and work at part-time jobs in has a special relationship with the in Fort Worth, wrote that the most “We were visiting one of the hous- replace the convent roof, planted trees, and visited schools the poor, the lost, and forgotten…. order to be able to join their youth vocational trade school located in satisfying aspect of this summer’s es … [and] the two small children during their trip to Honduras at the end of July. — Patrick Ptomey, 18, parishioner Somebody has to help. I will be that groups on the journey to Honduras, Campamento, explained Fitzgerald. trip to Holy Family’s sister parish, present had no clothes; the older boy St. Francis of Assisi Church, Grapevine somebody.” sometimes making multiple trips “It’s so special to see our teenagers San Francisco de Asís in Catacamas, told us that the mother was not home. Below: Ally Prochaska of St. Vincent de Paul Parish Tony was one of 53 teens and 17 throughout their high school years, with the Honduran youth who are included the opportunity to partner However, as we were leaving, the smiles as she rides a bicycle powering a tortilla cannot begin to describe how intensely God maker at the trade school in Campamento. “I adults who traveled to Honduras said Jeff Crumly, coordinator of students at the school. It’s kids just with Honduran youth in serving as mother came home [carrying] a huge is present in the Honduran people. They worship this past summer, representing the youth ministry at St. Francis of Assisi being kids together.” an evangelizing presence within San bag on her head, and a sack full of him unceasingly, and live life fully with broken, parishes of Good Shepherd in Col- Church in Grapevine. Their time in Honduras often Francisco’s parish community. Holy what looked like trash. I realized that humble, and compassionate hearts. At fi rst glance leyville, Holy Family in Fort Worth, “Once you go to Honduras and means plenty of hard work for the Family teens were invited to join she had just come back from the trash it would appear that they have nothing: They lack St. Vincent de Paul in Arlington, and experience the people there, you’re North American teens, noted adult Honduran teens in visiting the homes dump. I did not realize how desper- clean water, proper nutrition, and the tools to St. Francis of Assisi in Grapevine. hooked,” said Crumly. “Our parish leaders, work which can include of both Catholic and Protestant fami- ate these people were until I was ease their labor, but it’s when you look into their Hundreds of Catholic adults and has a partner relationship with Dulce planting trees, laying cement fl oors, lies within Catacamas. The purpose standing right in front of someone hearts and see their faith that you realize they teens from the Diocese of Fort Worth Nombre de Jesús Parish in Culmí, and or assisting in the replacement of an of the visits was to invite all com- who had to resort to digging through have everything. God’s presence is undeniable in have, in the past eight years, shared we bring toys, clothing, and school aging convent roof. Less physically munity residents to attend services people’s trash to feed her family.” the people’s enduring faith, selfl ess desire to serve Tony’s experience of spiritual awak- supplies to the people there, many strenuous activities include teach- at San Francisco, explained Camille, That sobering experience, Theresa one another, and zest for life. We went down there ening after traveling with parish of whom have almost nothing. Yet ing preschool students how to brush who speaks fl uent Spanish. refl ected, “has taught me compassion to help them, but in the end, we learned more in and diocesan groups to the Diocese the care, support, and love that the their teeth, giving English lessons to “We all walked around with the and that I am connected to those who that week than we could have hoped to learn in of Juticalpa, Honduras, within the people of Culmí show us is simply children residing in orphanages, and youth from the community and live in poverty and need. I hope to a lifetime. They know God in a way [that] I, and province of Olancho. The Texan and unbelievable, and their witness is performing impromptu concerts for prayed with the families, and I was live my life in a generous way, assist- most other youth, thirst for.” Honduran dioceses formed a “cov- much more valuable than the mate- the elderly residents of nursing homes. really nervous when they asked me ing those around me who need my — Alyse Fracas, 19, parishioner enant partnership” in 1998 in the rial goods that we bring to share with According to several of the teen to say a prayer…. I think it turned out help.” St. Francis of Assisi Church, Grapevine Page 16 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Diocesan

More than 150 Catholics from across the northern areas of the diocese gathered at Notre Dame High School in Wichita Falls for a day of spiritual enrichment and professional development, otherwise known as

Below: The opening prayer service, prepared by Sr. Ginny Vissing, SSMN, of Our Lady Queen of Peace (OLQP) Church in Wichita Falls, included a re-enactment of the Scripture story of the woman who encounters Jesus at the well. Children from OLQP participated in the prayer service.

Above: Father Nathan Stone, SJ, offered a keynote presentation in English, entitled “Encountering the Living Christ.” Fr. Stone By Nicki Prevou is an author, speaker, and retreat leader Staff Writer who currently serves on staff at Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House in Lake Dallas. (Photo by Barbara Rohmer) inistry Formation Day (MFD), offered Satur- day, Oct. 6, at Notre Dame High School in Wichita Falls, is an annual opportunity for volunteer and professional ministers to gather for spiritual enrichment, fellowship, and pro- fessional development. Sister Elvira Mata, MCDP, served as the diocesan coordinator of the Wichita Falls event, which The disciples of Jesus are scattered in the world as leaven…. The catechesis of children, drew over 150 participants and of young people, and of adults has given rise to a type of Christian who is conscious of presenters representing many his faith and who acts consistently with it in his life. In such Christians this catechesis has of the parishes within the North encouraged: and Northwest Deaneries of the • a new and vital experience of God as merciful Father; diocese. • a more profound rediscovery of Jesus Christ, not only in his divinity but also in his “I think the day went very humanity; well, and there was a very good • a sense of co-responsibility on the part of all for the mission of the Church in the world; spirit as people came together to • a raising of consciousness with regard to the social obligations of the faith. enjoy the keynote presentations, breakout sessions, the offerings — From the General Directory for Catechesis (24) of the exhibitors, and the enter- Right: Workshop presenter Monica Frazier, director of tainment that was provided,” adult and youth formation at Our Lady Queen of Peace said Sr. Elvira. “I was fortunate Parish, welcomes MFD participants to a session on to work with a wonderful team planning multi-generational prayer services in homes who worked hard to plan this and in parish settings. (Photo by Barbara Rohmer) event. The results of their col- laboration and preparations were mation from the keynote talk and parishes, and we hope that the very evident.” from the workshops I attended commitment to promoting this Participants agreed that the during the day.” day of growth will continue to day, with keynote presentations Marilyn Putthoff, a teacher increase.” and workshops in Spanish and at Notre Dame High School and Evelyn Stokes, of Guadalupe in English, was a success, noting the director of religious educa- Church, calls Ministry Formation that the opening prayer service tion at Christ the King Church Day “a huge boost” for those — coordinated by Sister Ginny in Iowa Park, has served on the who attend. “It’s something we Vissing, SSMN, director of re- MFD coordinating committee for all need, to help us continue to ligious education at Our Lady several years. “We always try to grow in our own faith and to go Queen of Peace Church in Wichita offer something for everyone,” out there and teach that faith, to Falls, with assistance from Huong explained Putthoff, adding that serve,” she said. Mai of Immaculate Conception a popular workshop option at “I think it really fi lls a need of Mary Church in Wichita Falls this year’s event was the session for the event to be held here in — was effective in setting the Above: OLQP parishioner Vinnie Rock (back to camera) leads musicians and choir entitled “Dangers Children Face our area,” Stokes continued. “It is refl ective, yet interactive tone members in song at the opening prayer service. Most of the singers and instrumentalists Online: Blogging, MySpace, and diffi cult to ask our volunteers to serve as music ministers at the 11 a.m. Sunday Mass at OLQP. for the day. Online Journals,” which was of- travel two hours down the road “So many people commented Day events, and it’s been really las and in Spanish by Jesús Lopez fered by Barry Macha, Wichita and two hours back [to attend on how meaningful the prayer fantastic to have them held here of the Viñador evangelization County’s district attorney. workshops in the Fort Worth area] was at the beginning of the day,” in our area, because of the con- ministry in Los Angeles. Evalu- Workshops offered in Span- on top of the time they are already said Evelyn Stokes, director of venience and the availability for ations of both guest presenters ish included sessions on the taking to teach and to serve. faith formation at Our Lady of the people in the more rural part were positive, said Sr. Elvira. spirituality of catechists, family “I defi nitely see the benefi ts Guadalupe Church in Wichita of the diocese,” Stokes said. Barbara Rohmer, director of re- relationships, and discipleship in of continuing education through Falls, “and how everything Keynote presentations and ligious education at Sacred Heart a secular society. events like Ministry Formation fl owed from the beautiful expe- workshops with the theme “En- Church in Muenster, agreed that “I hope Ministry Formation Day,” Stokes said. “It leaves us rience of having young children countering the Living Christ,” “the keynote presenters are al- Day will continue to grow here in hungry to learn more about our involved in the prayer. were offered in English by Father ways really excellent at Ministry the Wichita Falls area,” refl ected faith, and it makes all of us even “I always enjoy participat- Nathan Stone, SJ, of Montserrat Formation Day…. I came away Putthoff. “We are so excited when more eager to share that with our ing in the Ministry Formation Jesuit Retreat House in Lake Dal- with all kinds of ideas and infor- we see it being promoted in the students.” NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Page 17

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comfort of their living room might wonder if we are affl icted with some rare and particularly violent nervous disorder. Shuffl ing jerkily along the darkened paths of the neighborhood, we wave our hands crazily in the dark. Our heads bob and weave like addled prize fi ghters battling ghosts. We slap our arms and the backs of our necks and even our faces. When we land a telling blow and slap one of November 4, Thirty-fi rst Sunday of Ordinary Time. these micro-vampires in mid sting, we show each Cycle C. Readings: other our blood-fl ecked hands with the grim 1) Wisdom 11:22-12:2 pride of the doomed. Psalm 145:1-2, 8-11, 13-14 I hate mosquitoes, I think bitterly. At best, 2) 2 Thessalonians 1:11-2:2 they’re an intense irritant; at worst, vectors for Gospel) Luke 19:1-10 yellow fever, malaria, avian fl u, and a host of other life-threatening plagues. What was God thinking, I wonder, between slaps and jerks of the head. In Sunday’s fi rst reading, the writer of Wis- dom praises God: “You love all things that are, and loathe nothing that you have made.” I remember the mosquitoes. I remember the human aptitude for folly and cruelty, our vul- By Dan Luby nerability to ignorance and heartbreak. In those “But you spare all things, because they words of praise, I glimpse the vast difference are yours, O Lord and lover of souls, for n a sultry Indian summer night we are between us and God, whose infi nite capacity to your imperishable spirit is in all things!” Owalking the dog of an ailing friend. Ordinar- see beauty and goodness in every created thing is ily we enjoy these little nocturnal jaunts, as our cause for life-saving hope and heart-bursting joy. — Wisdom 11:26-12:1 canine companion is altogether charming, and we are glad to get a little more exercise and a welcome opportunity to compare notes at the end of a busy day. Tonight though, we are miserable. Not only QUESTIONS: are we tired and the air humid and hot, but re- Who is a person in my life to whom I can demonstrate love more clearly? cent plentiful rains have raised another bumper crop of mosquitoes. They fi ll the night with their How? What are some concrete ways I can cultivate in my heart a deeper predatory buzzing. A neighbor watching from the air-conditioned love for God? Copyright © 2007, Diocese of Fort Worth

Pope calls for greater effort to reduce gap between rich and poor

By Cindy Wooden teaching that Jesus Christ was Catholic News Service fully human and fully divine, VATICAN CITY — The ex- was a strong evangelizer and treme poverty in which millions a model bishop, concerned for of the world’s people live is an all the people of his diocese, offense to their human dignity, whether Catholic or not. Pope Benedict XVI said at his “The bishop of Vercelli gov- weekly general audience. erned his diocese with the wit- The pope marked the U.N.’s ness of his life,” fasting, praying, International Day for the Eradi- and living in community with cation of Poverty Oct. 17, just his priests, the pope said. moments before he announced The bishop and his priests the names of the 23 churchmen “shared the problems of their fel- he would induct into the College low citizens and did so in a cred- of Cardinals Nov. 24. ible way, while at the same time Focusing on the problem of cultivating a different citizen- poverty, the pope said, “The dis- ship, that of heaven,” he said. parity between rich and poor is Pope Benedict said St. Euse- becoming more evident and dis- bius managed to create a Chris- turbing, even within the most eco- tian community in which he and nomically advanced nations.” his faithful learned to live in the According to the United Na- world, but not to follow the shift- tions, 980 million people live in ing trends of the world. They “extreme poverty,” struggling to knew, he said, that earth was not survive on less than $1 per day. their fi nal dwelling place. “This worrying situation calls The pope ended his remarks Pope Benedict XVI greets the faithful as he arrives at his weekly general audience in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican Oct. on the conscience of humanity about the saint by quoting an 17. The pope named 23 new cardinals at the audience. (CNS photo/Alessandro Bianchi, Reuters) because the condition in which exhortation he had written to a great number of people live community,” Pope Benedict told the causes of poverty and the life and ministry of St. Eusebius the people of Vercelli, encourag- offends the dignity of the human the estimated 30,000 people at tragic consequences that derive of Vercelli, a fourth-century Ital- ing them to “make every effort person and consequently com- his general audience. from it.” ian bishop and theologian. to preserve the faith, to live in promises the authentic and har- The pope asked people to In his main audience address, The pope said St. Eusebius, a harmony, and to be constant in monious progress of the world “multiply efforts to eliminate Pope Benedict spoke about the strong defender of the church’s the practice of prayer.” NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Page 19 Scripture Readings

in old-fashioned type. “She is shown with her daughters — all of her sons died in the fi ghting,” explained another. “She gave her husband and 14 sons in the war.” My mind could not accommodate the thought. Examining this woman’s strained face, I could only guess that she survived on the hope of resurrection. That’s all some people have. I’ve known a Nov. 11, Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time. few, and it seems they endure their days clinging Cycle C. Readings: to that thread. While others of us may have an 1) 2 Maccabees 7:1-2, 9-14 easier time of it, we really ought to pay attention Psalm 17:1, 5-6, 8, 15 to these persons’ reality — because ours is 2) 2 Thessalonians 2:16 to 3:5 connected to it. Gospel) Luke 20:27-38 The hope and truth of resurrection is the message of this weekend’s readings. By Jean Denton The story in Maccabees is of a woman and her seven sons who were tortured by their spent an hour walking through a war museum oppressors. They endured the suffering in Iin Hanoi last summer. Some of the place names the belief that they would be raised up “to live and battles depicted were familiar. It was inter- again forever.” This Scripture speaks on behalf of esting to read the descriptions of the American countless victims of injustice throughout human war from a Vietnamese perspective more than history, and in the Gospel, Jesus confi rms that their three decades later. hope in the resurrection will indeed be realized. Typical of a war museum, the displays Justice is the key. Jesus suffered and died as a showed struggle, death, and heroism as well victim of injustice and was resurrected “to live as cities and landscapes ravaged by fi repower. again forever” in the reign of love, peace, and jus- “I in justice shall behold your face; But a room at the far end of the building silently tice. If we wish to participate in the resurrection on waking I shall be content “spoke” of something lasting. with Jesus and all who lived and suffered for the in your presence.” Filled with photographs, the walls told the sake of justice, we also must embrace the reality story of “the women of the war.” There were pic- of that life. — Psalm 17:15 tures of a few women who had served as spies or functioned in direct battle operations. However, most of the photos were of those who had lost husbands and children in the war. QUESTIONS: As I went from picture to picture, the effect Who is someone I have witnessed suffering for the sake of justice? How became palpable. “Her husband, father, and six brothers were killed,” read an interpretive sign is my hope of resurrection tied to that of others, past and present? Copyright © 2007, Diocese of Fort Worth

Looking forward to a happy ‘All Hallows-eve’?

By Jeff Hedglen have with all followers of Jesus by now! The facts of what it will be exists, so we can grow closer to like are really less important than t is the time of year when Jesus. This is equally true for the the fact that it is our destiny. the weather turns colder, We might not think followers of Jesus still walking the Part of that destiny is realizing Iand people busy themselves earth as well as those walking the that heaven is not something getting ready for a great holiday. streets of heaven. we have to wait until we die Costumes are bought or made; about it a lot, but we have We might not think about it to experience. The communion candy is gathered for sharing; a lot, but we have a real connec- of the saints is a way we can apples are readied for bobbing; tion with the people in heaven. connect with our future destiny and homes are prepared for a real connection with the We hear expressions of this belief every day. parties. What is the occasion? when people say things like “I For some, All Hallows Eve You might be thinking of the people in heaven. know my mom is watching me might be about ghosts and gob- traditional celebration of Hal- from above,” or “Little Johnny is lins, costumes and candy, and loween, but I was thinking of an an angel in heaven now.” These houses that are haunted, but for even more traditional celebration images might not be exactly what Christians it is about the celebra- — the Eve of All Saints! expanded to include all of the of the whole Church is strength- it’s like in heaven; after all, I’m tion of the real connection those The name Halloween comes saints. Gregory III (731-741) con- ened (Catechism of the Catholic not sure that heaven is actually of us still on earth have with each from a shortening of “All hallow- secrated a chapel in the Basilica Church 957). Thus, through our “up.” Also, I don’t think we be- other and with those who have even” which means All Saints Eve- of St. Peter to all the saints and belief in the communion of the come angels when we die; rather gone where we hope to be. That ning. Somewhere down through made November 1 a permanent saints we remember those who we remain human and join the is no trick; it is all treat! the ages the celebration for the anniversary for this feast. are in heaven, but we also experi- angels and the other heavenly Information for this column faithful who have gone before us The Church has a long tradi- ence the reality of what it means hosts in praise of God. came from the Catholic Ency- has been reduced to knocking on tion of honoring the saints and a to be Church — many members These common ideas about life clopedia — to read more go to doors to ask for candy and explor- strong belief in our communion of the Body of Christ connected after death, while maybe not the http://www.newadvent.org/ ing haunted houses. with them and all the faithful who to each other more and more most accurate, nonetheless reveal cathen/index.html. The origins of this feast day go have gained their eternal reward. each day. that trying to understand the back to 373 A.D. when churches The feast of All Saints, and the next The Catechism goes on to say connection we have with those Jeff Hedglen, youth minister at St. would celebrate the death of day’s feast of All Souls, are expres- that exactly as Christian commu- in heaven is important. Bartholomew Parish in Southwest martyrs on the Sunday after sions of these very beliefs. nion with those we know on earth The truth of what it is like in Fort Worth, is the principal or- Pentecost. The original feast The communion with the brings us closer to Christ, so too heaven is unclear because no one ganizer of Camp Fort Worth each celebrated all the martyrs and saints is not simply the fact that our communion with the saints has gone there and come back summer. Readers with questions John the Baptist, but as time we cherish the memory of those in joins us to Christ (CCC 957). In with the video — if someone had, can contact Jeff at jeff@stbartsfw. went by, the commemoration was heaven; it is also a way the union other words, this connection we it would certainly be on YouTube org. Page 20 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 América

El Cardenal-designado dice que su ‘Proclamar a Cristo’ o ‘Promover la Cultura’ ascenso reconoce el crecimiento No confundamos el de la Iglesia en el suroeste Por Erik Noriega El Cardenal- fi n con los medios HOUSTON (CNS) — El Carde- Designado Por Pedro A. Moreno, OPL nal-designado Daniel N. DiNardo Daniel N. Director, Instituto Luz de Cristo de Galveston-Houston dijo que DiNardo de la decisión del Papa Benedicto Cada documento sobre nuestras tareas pastorales necesita XVI de nombrarlo cardenal es Galveston- ser leído con suma atención. Entre estos documentos “muy sorprendente y humi- Houston fue quisiera destacar el Directorio Nacional para la Catequesis. llante”, pero igualmente ilustra uno de los 23 Este manual nos orienta sobre la mejor manera de imple- el reconocimiento del Vaticano cardenales mentar los programas de catequesis en el cumplimiento al crecimiento de la Iglesia “en el nuevos de nuestra responsabilidad de evangelizar. No podemos sur de los Estados Unidos”. nombrados abandonar jamás nuestra responsabilidad de proclamar El Cardenal-designado, primer con toda claridad y especifi cidad la persona de Jesucristo. cardenal de una diócesis de Texas, por el Papa Este manual nos lleva con toda claridad por el camino del hizo estos comentarios en una Benedicto Cristocentrismo. rueda de prensa en Houston, el XVI. Se ve 17 de octubre. aquí en Unas horas meditando sobre este documento y refl exio- El Papa Benedicto XVI nombró una foto nando sobre la importancia de esta proclamación de Cristo 23 cardenales nuevos, incluyendo sin fecha. y su Buena Nueva en el mundo de hoy me ha dejado un al arzobispo de Texas y al arzo- poco melancólico. Me da un poco de tristeza el saber que bispo norteamericano John P. (FOTO CNS/ en algunos lugares, no todos, se ha confundido nuestro fi n, Foley, gran maestro de Los Cabal- CORTESÍA DE LA el traer a Jesucristo al mundo, con los medios para alcanzar leros Del Santo Sepulcro. ARQUIDIÓCESIS ese fi n. La noticia se anunció el 17 de DE GALVESTON- octubre, al fi nal de la audiencia HOUSTON) La proclamación de Cristo es por medio de la cultura. semanal general. El Papa dijo Nuestro idioma, música, costumbres, valores sociales y que instalará formalmente a los familiares son distintos elementos de esta cultura que cardenales durante un tribunal utilizamos como un medio a través del cual se comunica especial en el Vaticano, el 24 de la persona y el mensaje de Jesucristo, nuestro Salvador y noviembre. Redentor. “Estoy profundamente agra- decido al Santo Padre por su ama- Tristemente me encuentro con algunas personas y grupos bilidad en nombrarme cardenal que, sin darse cuenta, utilizan a Cristo y su Iglesia como un y por su confi anza en permitir riendo reconocer que todo el sur Nardo espera tener más respon- medio a través del cual se promueven valores culturales. Sí, que me coloquen en el Colegio y suroeste de los Estados Unidos, sabilidad en el Vaticano, “pero necesitamos cuidar de nuestra cultura y necesitamos evan- de Cardenales,” el Cardenal- con su gran variedad de población mi responsabilidad mayor sigue gelizarla y celebrarla, pues es nuestra herramienta principal designado DiNardo comenzó en — obviamente en gran proporción siendo ser el arzobispo de Galves- en la evangelización del mundo, pero necesitamos también su declaración inicial durante la hispana — es una adición bella y ton-Houston”, repitió. Tomó un evitar los extremos. rueda de prensa al medio día en digna de mención para la Iglesia momento para darle gracias al las ofi cinas del arzobispado del Católica de los Estados Unidos”, arzobispo Fiorenza, quien estaba Ustedes no deben malentenderme, yo se que necesita- centro de la ciudad. dijo el Cardenal-designado Di- en la rueda de prensa. mos cuidar y celebrar nuestra cultura pero me preocupa “Esto es muy sorprendente Nardo. “Por más de 20 años”, dijo el que exista más deseo de cuidar de la cultura que de cuidar y humillante. Le prometo mi “Qué honor y alegría para Cardenal-designado DiNardo, al Evangelio y la clara proclamación de Cristo. Sí, tenemos comunión total, mi lealtad y mi todos nosotros aquí en el sureste este “hijo nativo” fue “un pastor que cuidar nuestra cultura, y hasta evangelizarla un poco obediencia”, comentó. de Texas el ser reconocidos por el magnifi co para su iglesia local. más cada día, pues es a través de ella que podemos llevar a “Pienso que el Santo Padre Papa Benedicto XVI”, continuó. El vio a Galveston-Houston Cristo al mundo. La cultura es importante pero necesitamos también está honrando a la iglesia “Nuestra gran diversidad y prácticamente doblar en tamaño, cuidarnos de que no sea tan importante que Jesucristo, y su local de Galveston-Houston, sus riqueza de población armoniza afrontando el desafío con excelen- evangelio, caigan en un segundo o tercer lugar. obispos presentes y pasados, sus con nuestra unidad de fe y amor tes iniciativas pastorales”. sacerdotes, diáconos y religiosos, por el Señor y su Iglesia”, el Carde- En un comunicado de prensa Recordemos siempre de que se puede caer en el extremo y a los feligreses por su amor y nal-designado DiNardo siguió. de 17 de octubre, la Conferencia de solo utilizar a Cristo y la Iglesia como un medio para lealtad a Jesucristo, al igual que Explicó que se había enterado Católica de Texas felicitó al arzo- americanizar o hispanizar a otros. No podemos reducir a por su afecto y comunión con de su ascenso la mañana del 15 de bispo DiNardo por su nombra- Cristo a un medio o una excusa para promover una cultura. la Santa Sede de Pedro”, dijo el octubre, cuando estaba en Okla- miento como cardenal-electo. La tarea principal de la Iglesia es anunciar a Cristo y su buena Cardenal-designado DiNardo. homa. Se había sorprendido por “Este nombramiento es una nueva. ¡Cristo es lo principal y solo Él es el numero uno! Pero también repitió que su as- la llamada y admitió que todavía noticia maravillosa”, declaró el ar- censo es una señal que el Vaticano estaba en “un estado de choque”. zobispo emérito Joseph Fiorenza, Ahora quisiera dejarles dos citas del Papa Juan Pablo II está reconociendo el crecimiento “Recientemente me hicieron también de la arquidiócesis de sobre esto de no confundir cual es el fi n fundamental de la de la Iglesia en la región. “El cre- arzobispo aquí y, hablando Galveston-Houston. “El arzobispo Iglesia: “Jesucristo es principio estable y centro permanen- cimiento de la población católica relativamente—sé que tengo que DiNardo es un obispo trabajador y te de la misión que Dios mismo ha confi ado al hombre.” en el sur de los Estados Unidos tener cuidado diciendo esto—soy extraordinario, siendo muy apre- (Redemptor Hominis, #11); “El cometido fundamental de la en años recientes es algo que debe relativamente joven, a los 58 años ciado tanto aquí en su arquidiócesis Iglesia en todas las épocas y particularmente en la nuestra ser notado,” dijo. de edad”, dijo el Cardenal-desig- como en Roma. Esta designación es es «dirigir la mirada del hombre, orientar la conciencia y Actualmente hay más de 1.4 nado DiNardo, causando risa en un reconocimiento de sus maravi- la experiencia de toda la humanidad hacia el misterio de millones de católicos en la Ar- la prensa. llosas cualidades como sacerdote, Cristo».” (Redemptoris Missio, #4). quidiócesis de Galveston-Hous- El fue designado Obispo Co- a la vez que un importante recono- ton. Su crecimiento explosivo adjutor de Galveston-Houston cimiento por parte del Vaticano a Pedro Moreno es director diocesano del Instituto ha sido debido en parte a la po- in 2004; la diócesis fue elevada la Iglesia de Galveston-Houston, y Luz de Cristo. Sus escritos espirituales han recibido blación hispana, pero también ha a arquidiócesis en diciembre del del Sur y el Suroeste de los Estados múltiples premios de la Asociación de Periodismo habido un crecimiento constante 2004. Luego lo nombraron la ca- Unidos”. Católico de los Estados Unidos y Canadá. Vive en el en los números de otros grupos beza de la arquidiócesis en 2006 “El nombramiento del arzo- noroeste de Fort Worth con su esposa Maria Mirta étnicos. cuando el arzobispo Joseph A. bispo DiNardo es una alegría y sus tres hijas Maria, Patricia y Mirangela. Pedro es Laico “Creo que el Santo Padre y la Fiorenza se retiró. en particular para Texas, un es- Dominico. Santa Sede están diciendo y que- El Cardenal-designado Di- VEA DINARDO, P. 23 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Page 21 América

Haciendo un llamado para iluminar nuestra cultura con la luz de la fe, el Obispo Vann nos recuerda de defender la vida de cada uno y de todos

Queridos Amigos en la por última vez hasta fi nales del 2010, adolescente atemorizada y al em- dentro de tres años, y pronto co- brión no planifi cado que lleva en su Diócesis de Fort Worth, uán integral menzaremos a escuchar lecturas del vientre. Cada una de estas personas arde ¿C Santo Evangelio según San Mateo. vulnerables se nos da a nosotros para es la fe en nuestras Así como el año de la Iglesia llega a que podamos aprender a amar como Ten su fi nal, y como el mes de noviembre Dios nos ama — generosa, sacrifi cada comienza, los temas de la liturgia e incondicionalmente. ¡Que nunca nos el mes de vidas y en nuestras nos llamarán a examinar seriamente cansemos de proclamar la dignidad y septiembre, nuestras vidas, y a refl exionar sobre el valor de cada persona! ¡Que nunca decisiones? nuestro destino eterno en Cristo. nos cansemos de servir al vulnerable y temprano En la Misa del domingo pasado y y a quienes lo cuidan generosamente! ¿Ponemos la luz del domingo próximo, la segunda ¡Y que nunca dejemos de orar por el en el mes lectura habla de la fe, así como el día en que todas las personas y todas de octubre, de la fe en la Evangelio del domingo pasado: Por las naciones defi endan a cada ser Monseñor Kevin W. Vann ejemplo: “Sean fi eles a lo que han humano desde su concepción hasta su estuve en cultura, y no aprendido y creen.... ¿Cuándo el hijo muerte natural!” del hombre venga, encontrará fe en También haríamos bien al tomar Roma por una semana de viceversa? la tierra? ..... He competido bien, yo un tiempo de refl exión con el rezo peregrinación, discusión, he acabado la raza, yo he guardado del Santo Rosario en estos últimos la fe....” ¿Cuán integral es la fe en días del mes del Rosario. Esta forma y oración, con cerca de 140 nuestras vidas y en nuestras decisio- antigua de rezar es una forma de experiencia de la Provisión Pastoral nes? ¿Ponemos la luz de la fe en la verdadera contemplación y medi- personas de los alrededores durante estos pasados 25 años, y cultura, y no viceversa? ¿Le damos tación, en la cual pedimos que la de los Estados Unidos (pero para dar una mirada de fe hacia el importancia cada día a nuestra madre de Dios nos conduzca a su futuro. Hemos sido bendecidos aquí llamada a la conversión y a la san- hijo, y nos ayude a estar siempre sobre todo de aquí en Texas) en nuestra diócesis con la experi- tidad? Al intentar ser embajadores abiertos a su voluntad: especial- encia vivida y los resultados de la de Cristo, al cuidar de los pobres o mente en el tiempo y en la manera quienes forman parte de la Provisión Pastoral, así mismo como al vivir el Evangelio de la vida, por de Dios. “Provisión Pastoral.” otras diócesis en Texas también. Tres ejemplo, todo esto se debe arraigar Finalmente, las felicitacio- “parroquias personales”, nacidas en la llamada a la santidad y a la vir- nes, oraciónes y recuerdos van al Éstos son sacerdotes y feligre- de la Provisión Pastoral, fueron tud — guardando la fe y siendo fi el Cardinal-designado Daniel de la ses que antes fueron Episcopales o representadas: Nuestra Señora de a lo que es la verdad, aunque a veces Arquidiócesis de Galveston. Lo Anglicanos, y que fueron recibidos Walsingham en Houston, Nuestra sea un reto. he conocido por muchos años, y en la Iglesia Católica en los últimos Señora de la Expiación en San Anto- En este mes de octubre, dedicado nuestro estado ha sido bendecido 25 años bajo los auspicios de la nio, y Santa María Virgen en Arling- a la vida, el Secretariado para las ac- de verdad con este honor. La ele- Provisión Pastoral y establecidos por ton. Fue una bendición especial que tividades Pro-Vida de la Conferencia vación del Cardenal DiNardo, y el último Papa, el muy querido Juan el Padre Allan Hawkins pudo estar de Obispos Católicos de los Estados de la Arquidiócesis de Galveston- Pablo II. Fui invitado por el Arzo- con nosotros para una parte de esta Unidos nos recuerdan de la llamada Houston, es un reconocimiento de la bispo de Newark, Monseñor Juan peregrinación. Estamos cerca del a la Santidad cuando dice que “...y a historia, de la vida, y de la vitalidad Myers, un gran amigo mío de hace fi n de mes de octubre y nos esta- algunos de nosotros, si somos humil- de la Iglesia en Texas, una parte muchos años quien es el delegado de mos dirigiendo rápidamente hacia des, Dios nos concede el privilegio importante de la cual es la herencia la Santa Sede para la Provisión Pas- noviembre (el mes dedicado a todo de ser su instrumento para llevar hispána de nuestro estado y de sus toral. Lo acompañé, junto al Monse- los Fieles Difuntos). Junto con el año adelante la santidad de otros. Dios dos provincias eclesiásticas. ñor Guillermo Stetson de Houston, civil, el año de la Iglesia se está acer- nos ama, y nos quiere para amar, al para unos días de oración, refl exión cando rápidamente hacia su conclu- abuelo que yace inconsciente en una Que Dios los bendiga siempre... y discusión entre nosotros mismos y sión. Pronto oiremos el Evangelio cama del hospital, al niño con severo con la Santa Sede, respecto a nuestra de San Lucas en la Misa Dominical deterioro físico y mental, a la madre Causa de santidad abierta formalmente para el Padre Stanley Rother de Oklahoma, quien fue asesinado en Guatemala en 1981

OKARCHE, Oklahoma (CNS) Neri, en Midwest City, como su proclamó que la iglesia lo llevó a — Los católicos de Oklahoma coordinador. su muerte. han lanzado formalmente la “No hay duda en mi mente: Muchos sacerdotes y religiosos causa de santidad para el padre él dio su vida por su fe”, dijo el perdieron sus vidas y millares Stanley Rother, sacerdote de la diácono Mejstrik. “Él sabía que de civiles fueron secuestrados y Arquidiócesis de Oklahoma City, sería asesinado y se quedó de asesinados en el país durante los que fue asesinado en 1981 en todas formas”. años de opresión patrocinada por la villa guatemalteca donde era Padre Rother, de 46 años de el estado. ministro de los pobres. edad, murió de disparos el 28 En un momento padre Rother “Esta es la primera vez en la de julio de 1981 en la rectoría de huyó de Guatemala, debido a las historia que un proceso de ca- su iglesia en Santiago Atitlán, amenazas de muerte que recibió nonización ha sido iniciado aquí Guatemala. La policía en esos por su oposición a la presencia de la en Oklahoma”, dijo el arzobispo tiempos culpaba la iglesia católica milicia guatemalteca en la zona. Eusebius Beltrán, de Oklahoma por las tensiones en el país y City. El arzobispo Beltrán comisionó El padre Stanley Rother se ve bautizando un niño en esta foto sin fecha. El 5 de un comité de canonización y nom- octubre, la arquidiócesis formalmente lanzó la causa para la canonización del bró al diácono Norman Mejstrik, sacerdote, quien muchos creen fue martirizado por su fe. (CNS) feligrés de la iglesia St. Philip Page 22 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 América La madre de Juan Bautista saludó a María con las palabras que se ven en el cartel de este año, ¡Respete a la vida! ‘El niño saltó de alegría en mis entrañas’

buena parte de su vida adulta tratando de n el otro extremo de la vida, también, E evitar la molestia de tener hijos y no les los vínculos generacionales del amor gustan las sorpresas cuando las tienen. se están estirando hasta casi romperse. Algunos doctores y éticos afi rman que los Consideren esto: A pesar de los muchos pacientes con demencia o en el llamado riesgos y efectos colaterales dañinos, “estado vegetativo persistente” no son los contraceptivos hormonales exceden realmente personas, y que las familias mundialmente los $24 mil millones en deben negarles hasta las formas básicas ventas anuales. de alimentación y cuidado. Más, no im- porta lo débil y vulnerable que parezcan, La industria del aborto afi rma que la estas personas tienen el asombroso poder mitad de los niños concebidos en Estados de inspirar el amor heroico y sacrifi cado Unidos son “no deseados” y de estos se de sus familiares y de quienes velan por abortan la mitad, — más de 1,3 millones ellos — un poder que puede llevar a la anualmente. La razón más usada para santifi cación de aquellos que los cuidan. abortar es que la crianza de un niño pu- ede interferir con la educación o carrera A Dios no le importa si estamos con- de los padres. scientes de nuestra existencia o somos capaces de “pensamiento superior”. Amenudo nos dicen cuán costoso es El valor de la vida no depende de si el criar a un niño. La escasez de familias intelecto funciona, sino del amor pa- numerosas que hay entre las parejas adin- ternal de Dios por cada uno, creado a eradas y de ingresos medios sugiere que su imagen y semejanza. Su amor está muchos de los que podrían permitirse el presente mucho antes de que nuestras lujo de tener más hijos valoran otras cosas ondas cerebrales puedan medirse a más que traer una nueva vida al mundo. las seis semanas de gestación y mucho después de que nuestra inteligencia deje Por el contrario, algunas parejas que de funcionar. Su amor está presente antes tienen difi cultad para concebir pagarán de que nuestro corazón empiece a latir 22 miles de dólares para que una clínica de días después de la concepción y mucho fertilidad cree un hijo para ellos. ¿Cuán- después de que empiece a fallar. Su amor tos de esos padres se dan cuenta que por está presente en cada paso y desliz de cada niño fertilizado “in vitro” (FIV) que nuestra vida. nace, muchos más mueren en el pro- ceso? Y que si ese embrión hecho “a la Y a algunos de nosotros, si somos hu- medida”, aún en el laboratorio, tiene un mildes, Dios nos concede el privilegio de “defecto”, la clínica de inmediato recom- ser su instrumento para llevar adelante endará desecharlo y encargar otro. la santidad de otros. Dios nos ama, y nos quiere para amar, al abuelo que yace Lamentablemente, muchos científi cos inconsciente en una cama del hospital, al precio, de cada niño — como individuo y políticos ven los embriones humanos onocemos la historia. El Arcángel niño con severo deterioro físico y mental, C único, creado y amado por Dios — ya no vivos, creados en laboratorios — ya Gabriel anuncia a la Virgen María la a la madre adolescente atemorizada y es aceptado universalmente. Antes de no deseados por sus padres biológi- invitación de Dios para convertirse en al embrión no planifi cado que lleva en nacer, el valor de un niño pareciera que cos — como materia prima que puede la madre del Mesías. Para mostrar que su vientre. Cada una de estas personas depende solo de la actitud de sus padres destruirse para la investigación de nada es imposible para Dios, la prima vulnerables se nos da a nosotros para que hacia él. Un anuncio de Planifi cación células madre. ¿Nos sorprende que algu- anciana de María, Isabel, a quien se creía podamos aprender a amar como Dios nos Familiar ilustra muy bien esta idea: “Los nos científi cos quieran crear embriones estéril, también está esperando un niño: ama — generosa, sacrifi cada e incondicio- bebés son ruidosos, apestosos y caros, a humanos en el laboratorio, por fertil- San Juan Bautista. nalmente. menos que se desee uno”. ización o clonación, para matarlos por sus células madre? ¿O que esos esfuer- os embarazos de Isabel y María, ue nunca nos cansemos de procla- L zos continúan, a pesar de la existencia ¡Q –a pesar de sus extrañas circunstancias Los niños nonatos son deshumanizados mar la dignidad y valor de cada persona! de alternativas moralmente aceptables, — son causa de regocijo. Por el poder de forma rutinaria por la industria del ¡Que nunca nos cansemos de servir al como las células madre de los cordones del Espíritu Santo, el niño Jesús, antes de aborto. El autor de un popular texto sobre vulnerable y a quienes lo cuidan genero- umbilicales y otras fuentes “adultas” que nacer, anuncia su presencia a su primo técnicas abortivas describe el embarazo samente! ¡Y que nunca dejemos de orar están ayudando a pacientes con 72 tipos Juan, también aún por nacer, quien salta como una “enfermedad parasitaria”. Un por el día en que todas las personas y de condiciones y enfermedades? de alegría, proclamando a su madre: columnista muy conocido dice: “Un pez todas las naciones defi endan a cada ser “¡Mira! ¡El Cordero de Dios!” Isabel, a su dorado se parece más a un ser humano humano desde su concepción hasta su s así como nos están instando a que vez, se llena del Espíritu Santo y reconoce que un embrión humano”. Otro describe E muerte natural! dejemos de ver la vida humana como Dios a María como el tabernáculo sagrado de al ser humano por nacer como “basura la ve. Desde el momento de nuestra con- nuestro Señor y Salvador. Por el testimo- protoplasmática”,un “trozo de carne”. * * * * * * * cepción, Dios no nos ve superfi cialmente nio evangélico y el amor sacrifi cado de n profesor de la Universidad de como una célula microscópica no diferen- l oír Isabel su saludo, el niño dio María, Jesús y Juan, comienza la obra de U A Princeton ha llevado este pensamiento ciada. En cada niño, nacido o por nacer, saltos en su vientre. Isabel se llenó del nuestra salvación. Dios ve al individuo quien Él creó para Espíritu Santo y exclamó en alta voz: hasta su conclusión lógica, para degradar amar y ser amado, por toda la eternidad. “¡Bendita tú eres entre las mujeres y El Antiguo y el Nuevo Testamento están al niño recién nacido: “Los bebés huma- llenos de este tipo de pasajes en que los nos no nacen conscientes de sí mismos, bendito el fruto de tu vientre! ¿Cómo Secretaría de actividades Pro-Vida (Pro-Life) he merecido yo que venga a mí la madre niños son exaltados como regalos y ben- ni son capaces de comprender que existen en el tiempo. No son personas”. Conferencia Episcopal de los Estados Unidos de mi Señor? Apenas llegó tu saludo diciones. Es descorazonador ver cómo 3211 Fourth Street, N.E. • Washington, DC Por lo tanto “la vida de un recién nacido a mis oídos, el niño saltó de alegría en nuestra cultura se ha ido alejando de este 20017-1194 es de menor valor que la de un cerdo, un mis entrañas. ¡Dichosa tú por haber punto de vista. Tel: (202) 541-3070 • Fax: (202) 541-3054 creído que se cumplirían las promesas perro, o un chimpancé”. Website: www.usccb.org/prolife a mayoría de los padres ama a sus hijos del Señor!” L Copyright © 2007, United States Conference of generosamente y sin condiciones. Hoy sta actitud ha ido calando en el sentir (LUCAS 1:41-45) E Catholic Bishops, Washington, D.C. en día el valor inherente, que no tiene de la gente. Al parecer, muchos pasan NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Page 23 América El ascenso del Cardenal-designado no es sorpresa para sus amigos WASHINGTON (CNS) — Que nos trabajando en el Vaticano, y el primer cardenal nombrado a enseñó un seminario teológico de una diócesis de Texas sea el ar- metodología en la Universidad zobispo de Galveston-Houston Gregoriana. Daniel N. DiNardo, 58, no es Tiene una hermana gemela, gran sorpresa para sus amigos de Margaret; un hermano mayor, Pittsburg, donde creció y sirvió en Thomas; y una hermana menor, varias capacidades por 14 años. Mary Anne. “Hemos pronosticado esto, El Padre Vicentino David M. pero no pensábamos que pasara O’Connell, presidente de la Uni- por otros cinco años más por lo versidad Católica, dijo durante menos”, dijo el Padre Louis Val- una declaración el 17 de octubre lone, pastor de la parroquia San que el nombramiento le da al Juan de Dios en McKees Rocks, Cardenal-designado DiNardo Pennsylvania, quien ha sido “un rol nuevo y privilegiado den- amigo del Cardenal-designado tro de la iglesia universal”. DiNardo desde 1963, cuando los “Como cardenal, su Eminencia dos asistían a la Bishop’s Latin ahora comparte en el gobierno School, en Pittsburg. pastoral de la iglesia a través El Cardenal-designado DiNar- del mundo”, dijo. “Además de do, uno de los 23 cardenales nom- conducir la iglesia local de Galves- brados por el Papa Benedicto XVI ton-Houston, ahora emprende re- el 17 de octubre, recibirá su mitra sponsabilidades especiales como roja en la Cancillería Apostólica del El Cardenal-Designado Daniel N. DiNardo de Galveston-Houston se dirige a los medios de comunicación durante una consejero del Papa y sus colegas, rueda de prensa en Houston, el 17 de octubre. Ese mismo día, fue uno de los 23 nuevos cardenales nombrados por el Vaticano, el 24 de noviembre. con quienes algún día elegirá a Papa Benedicto XVI. (Foto CNS de Erik Noriega, TEXAS CATHOLIC HERALD) Nativo de Steubenville, Ohio, su sucesor”. nació el 23 de Mayo de 1949, y fue diócesis de Pittsburg, donde fue y se convirtió en la cabeza de la ca de América, en Washington, El Cardenal-designado Di- criado al otro lado de la frontera nombrado secretario asistente para diócesis el año entrante. donde actualmente es miembro Nardo ha demostrado consis- estatal, en Pittsburg; el Cardenal- la educación en 1991. Enseñó en el En Sioux City, se le conocía del consejo de administración. tentemente ambos cuidado y designado DiNardo se ordenó programa de formación continua por su fuerte enfoque en las Igualmente recibió una licencia- competencia hacia el pueblo de como sacerdote para la Diócesis para sacerdotes, y fue director es- vocaciones, el fortalecimiento de tura en teología de la Universidad Dios en toda tarea que se le ha de Pittsburg en 1977. piritual asistente en el seminario de programas de educación religiosa Gregoriana Pontifi cia en Roma, y presentado en su distinguida Sirvió allí en varios cargos San Pablo. Igualmente, era miem- para adultos, un continuo énfasis otra licenciatura en patrística, el carrera”, dijo el Padre O’Connell. pastorales antes de irse a Roma, bro del consejo de sacerdotes y de en el valor de las escuelas católicas, estudio de los Padres de la Iglesia, “En particular, su compromiso in- donde estuvo trabajando en la la mesa directiva de consultores y la creación de programas con un del Agustinianum, en Roma. cansable con la evangelización de Congregación para los Obispos para la diócesis, al igual que de la ambiente seguro para los niños. Durante su estadía en Roma, los fi eles a cada nivel de necesidad del Vaticano entre 1984 y 1990. comisión teológica diocesana. El Cardenal-designado Di- también sirvió como director lo marca especialmente como la Entre 1990 y 1997 llevó a cabo Fue nombrado obispo coadju- Nardo recibió su licenciatura y de Villa Stritch, la residencia persona ideal para este honor tan varios trabajos pastorales en la tor de Sioux City, Iowa, en 1997, maestría en la Universidad Católi- para sacerdotes norteamerica- alto dentro de la Iglesia”.

sis de Galveston-Houston, el área “Todas las diócesis de Texas se si- pertenece esto igualmente a los inspirará a jóvenes en su deseo con la segunda concentración más enten honradas por el ascenso del sacerdotes, a los diáconos y reli- por comenzar una vocación sacer- DiNardo… grande de hispanos en los Estados arzobispo DiNardo a cardenal. Lo giosos, y a los pastores pasados, dotal. “Mientras más, ¡mejor! Si de Unidos. “Estoy feliz que el Santo he conocido por muchos años; su de quienes el arzobispo Fiorenza, veras algo de mi trabajo o entu- DESDE PAGINA 20 Padre nos reconozca por nuestros amistad y apoyo han sido una ben- en mi opinión, es un modelo siasmo inspira a otros a buscar el tado rico en historia y presencia años de lealtad a la Iglesia y por el dición personal. Nos alegramos ejemplar”. Añadió, “Yo soy un sacerdocio, bendito sea Dios. Me católica”, declaró el obispo James crecimiento continuo de la Iglesia con el Señor, y rezamos por él y chiquillo de Pittsburg a quien han encantaría”, terminó el Cardenal- Tamayo de la diócesis de Laredo, aquí en el suroeste. Pienso que es por la arquidiócesis de Galveston- nombrado (cardenal), y por eso designado DiNardo. quien es director del Comité sobre un honor distinguido para el suro- Houston en estos días”. me siento honrado y humillado El recién nombrado cardenal Asuntos Hispanos de la Conferen- este de los Estados Unidos tener A la conclusión de la rueda de de estar en tal compañía”. también pidió a los feligreses que cia Episcopal de Estados Unidos. un cardenal dentro de nuestro prensa en Houston, el Cardenal- Respondiendo a una pregunta lo tuvieran en sus oraciones en los Además, el Obispo Tamayo territorio”. designado DiNardo añadió que de la prensa, el Cardenal-desig- días y años venideros, mientras reconoce la importancia de este El obispo Kevin Vann también aunque él es quien terminará nado DiNardo expresó espe- asume más responsabilidad en nombramiento para la arquidióce- elogió a su hermano arzobispo. “vistiéndome de rojo… también ranza que tal vez su nuevo título la iglesia universal. La Hermana María Elena González y el Centro Cultural Mexicano- Americano ganan Premio Arzobispo Flores de USCCB WASHINGTON (CNS) — El los ganadores en una ceremonia Unidos, además de haber servido censo del año 2000. La Hermana inglés, y la investigación y estudio Centro Cultural Mexicano- en Baltimore el 11 de noviembre por ocho años como consultora González ha recibido del Papa de la vida hispana en los Estados Americano y la Hermana de la durante su reunión periódica, que del Comité de Asuntos Hispanos Juan Pablo II dos doctorados Unidos. Caridad María Elena González, coincide con la reunión general de la Conferencia Episcopal de honorarios al igual que la cruz Pro El obispo Plácido Rodríguez de ambos de San Antonio, han sido de la Conferencia Episcopal de Estados Unidos. Ecclesia et Pontifi ce. Lubbock, del Comité de Asuntos seleccionados como los últimos Estados Unidos este otoño. La Hermana González ha for- El Centro Cultural Mexi- Hispanos, reiteró que otorgan recipientes de la medalla del Pre- La Hermana González reci- mado parte del liderazgo de las cano-Americano, establecido en este premio para reconocer el mio arzobispo Patrick F. Flores, entemente terminó su asignación Hermanas de la Caridad, y ha sido 1972 y actualmente presidido liderazgo dentro del ministerio por su liderazgo en el ministerio como presidenta del Centro Cul- misionera en Guatemala. También por Arturo Chávez, desarrolla hispano y promover altos niveles hispano. tural Mexicano-Americano, luego ha sido miembro de la junta de materiales pastorales en servicio de liderazgo a nivel nacional. Este El premio, otorgado por el de 14 años en el cargo. También ha asesoría en asuntos comunitarios de católicos norteamericanos de premio ha sido nombrado en Comité de Asuntos Hispanos sido la primera mujer nombrada del periódico matutino Express habla hispana, y se ha convertido honor al arzobispo Flores, quien de la Conferencia Episcopal de canciller para la Diócesis de Lub- News de San Antonio, y del en un centro transcultural para la dirigió la Arquidiócesis de San Estados Unidos, y anunciado en bock, y una de las primeras can- Comité de Raza y Etnicidad de teología, el ministerio pastoral, el Antonio a partir de 1979 hasta su Washington, será entregado a cilleres diocesanas en los Estados la Ofi cina del Censo durante el estudio de los idiomas español e retiro en 2004. Page 24 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Diocesan Fulbright Scholar Tommy Heyne hopes to use his advanced religious studies to create better understanding, serve others

By John English Tommy Heyne pauses about Islam I could simply read Correspondent along the path of the the Qur’an, but again there is the Tommy Heyne’s desire to garden/deer park of diffi culty of interpretation. On learn about different religions is Magdalen College at the issue of jihad, for example, surpassed only by his devotion Oxford University. different texts seem to suggest to his own Catholic faith. The formal outfi t he different interpretations. What The Southlake native is wrap- did Muhammad and his follow- is wearing, which ping up his master’s degree in ers think about jihad? We would includes a white theology at Oxford University be wise to study the history and was recently awarded a Ful- bow tie, black suit, books,” Heyne said, to avoid bright Scholarship to study for and black gown, making hasty judgments. nine months at the University of is called ‘sub fusc.’ Heyne said he has also con- Granada in Spain. It’s the academic sidered the possibility of becom- “For the fi rst semester, I will uniform required for ing a Catholic priest, but is still be auditing a few classes in exams, enrollment, undecided. Islamic history and theology,” graduation, and other “Deep down, I want to serve Heyne explained in an e-mail. formal occasions at others, to bring others closer to “I will also teach English and Oxford. God,” Heyne said. “Numerous church history at the seminary professions do this in indirect of Granada,” where he will live “I couldn’t really decide Oxford because of his interest in on academics, extracurricular ways, but only the religious while studying at the university, between the humanities and church history. activities, and a well-planned [professional] or priest does it as it is close to the Granada cam- science, so I chose both,” Heyne “I had taken a course in patris- program of study, and said he directly, so, at least on a logical pus. “For the second semester I said. tics (studying the writings of the chose Islamic studies at the level, the priesthood is quite at- will take a couple of classes, but While there, he served as stu- Church Fathers) at Dallas, and I University of Granada to try to tractive.” I am not pursuing a degree; the dent body president, was named had written my history thesis on obtain a better understanding of Heyne said that he is grateful Fulbright is more about cross- Outstanding Senior Male, and the growth of papal authority in the religion. for the opportunity to study in cultural dialogue and experience received the Faculty First Honors the fi rst three centuries,” Heyne “Islam is the most quickly Spain and feels blessed with all rather than research….” (highest GPA) and the Cardinal said. “Basically, I enjoyed history growing faith in the world, and an that he has been given and feels A graduate of Cistercian Pre- Spellman Award. and theology, and church history obvious factor in world culture, obliged to use those gifts to help paratory School, a A Rhodes Scholar finalist sounded interesting. I think you politics, and economics,” Heyne others. in Irving, Heyne received a BS in when he initially applied to can learn a lot about a religious, said. “Mark my words: The time “I fi gure if we don’t use our biology and a BA in history with Oxford back in 2005, Heyne had political, or cultural movement will come when women with gifts to help others, it’s a bit of a a concentration in Medieval/Re- already been accepted to a couple by looking at its roots.” hijabs (Muslim head scarves) waste, isn’t it?” Heyne said. “In naissance studies from the Uni- of medical schools, but opted to Heyne said he received his will be seen even in the grocery 500 years, we will be dust, but versity of Texas at Dallas. pursue a one-year master’s from Fulbright Scholarship based stores of Southlake.... To learn charity lasts forever.” First ever Young Adult Council meeting is opportunity to bring together key leaders from every area of young adult ministry in diocese

FROM PAGE 1 council meeting will fi nd that it other Catholic young adults, it Prevou, director of the diocesan is a worthwhile investment of helps me to continue to grow in Offi ce of Youth and Young Adult their time and energy. We have my own faith and relationship Ministry and Campus Ministry, so many gifted young adults with God,” she says. “I want asks that representatives from in this diocese, and it’s always others to be able to make those parish young adult groups, exist- exciting to experience their faith connections, as well.” ing young adult ministry groups and their vision when they come and committees, and campus together.” For more information about the ministry centers from across the Michelle Bayes joins Prevou Young Adult Council, contact diocese all plan to attend. in urging young adults to con- Kevin Prevou at (817) 560-3300 ext. “This is a very important fi rst sider involvement in the diocesan 261 or 255 or e-mail to kprevou@ meeting,” says Prevou. “We will council. “By connecting with fwdioc.org. be continuing our work to de- velop a calendar of young adult trainings, retreats, and other events for the year ahead. We have several other agenda items to cover, as well.” The purpose of the council, notes Prevou, “is to bring together key leaders from every aspect of ministry with young adults within the diocese for strategic planning, the continuing development of young adult leadership, and networking of ideas, activities, events, and resources.” Yet another important goal for the council meeting, he adds, is to share faith and fellowship. “One of the most precious commodities that any of us has Father James Flynn, associate pastor at Immaculate Conception Young adults representing several parishes within the Diocese of Fort to share is our time,” says Prevou. Church in Denton, answers questions about Catholic beliefs and Worth enjoy participation in the Catholic kickball event held June 7 at “We guarantee that those who teachings at a Theology on Tap young adult gathering held April 17 at St.Michael Church in Bedford. (Photo by Mark Lewis) make the effort to attend this fi rst a restaurant in Denton. (Photo by Paul Combest) NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Page 25 National / International

NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL Foundation says its pro-life ads are NEWSBRIEFS having effect on intended audience Speakers: Infertile couples have op- By Mark Pattison area TV stations. WASHINGTON (CNS) — Un- The impact of their Grenchik said pro-life offi cials tions other than hi-tech measures less you’re watching daytime talk ads on their intended looked at the ads that were of- ROME (CNS) — Married couples seeking help in overcoming shows or soap operas, late-night audience — women who fered and suggested two of them infertility or recurrent miscarriages should know that there are or late-late-night television or may be facing a troubled to use for the campaign, but the less invasive and possibly more effective methods than assisted some of the most basic cable foundation “had a donor” and in reproductive technologies, said a number of participants at a channels, you might not have pregnancy — has been the end “the donor won,” and two Rome conference on fertility. Costly methods such as in vitro measurable in both the different ads were chosen. fertilization and other high-tech reproductive technologies are seen commercials with a pro-life not the only option out there even for non-Catholic couples message sponsored by the Vitae upsurge in calls made One, he recalled, was accept- desperate to have a child, they said. Some 13 specialists in gy- Caring Foundation. to local crisis pregnancy able, but “the other was so hokey, necology, obstetrics, moral theology, and bioethics spoke at an The foundation buys com- so soap ‘opera-y,’ we said that Oct. 12 conference entitled “Fertility: Catholic Vision,” sponsored mercial time from local stations centers and the decline in nobody would ever respond by Rome’s San Carlo General Hospital and the Pontifi cal Regina in selected U.S. cities for just short the number of abortions to it.” Apostolorum University’s bioethics department. Many people periods of time. But the impact performed in those areas. “But they had their research,” mistakenly think just because the church does not condone of their ads on their intended Grenchik continued, “and they artifi cial reproduction — methods that bring about reproduc- audience — women who may used that one ad. And it gener- tion outside the marital act — that it does little to help couples as carefully as possible.” ated a gazillion calls.” coping with infertility, said Dr. Mariavita Ciccarone, head of be facing a troubled pregnancy San Carlo’s center for the study and prevention of infertility. — has been measurable in both One ad shows a woman fi re- The ad’s target, he said, was But many Catholic doctors and institutes are at the forefront the upsurge in calls made to local fi ghter at the scene of a blaze, African-American women who of offering ways to combat the underlying causes of infertility, crisis pregnancy centers and the noting how her mother saved her thought they might be pregnant. making it “possible for couples to [improve] fertility in Catholic decline in the number of abor- life when she could have had an When it aired during the daytime clinics and have results,” she told Catholic News Service. tions performed in those areas. abortion, and now she is able to soaps, “it fl owed right in with the The ads, in both English and save others’ lives in her job. story line of the soap opera they U.S. archbishop says military chap- Spanish, are generally shot with That ad, Solenni said, “is a little were watching,” Grenchik said. lains must be voices of conscience a soft focus and feature a woman ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’” that raises Solenni told CNS that often- VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Military chaplains must be voices of who remarks about the gift of life the question of “what would life times “someone else sees the ads, conscience and defenders of the human rights of their own sol- she received and is able to pass had been like if you had never and they call and get the infor- diers, enemy combatants, and civilians, said Archbishop Edwin on, or some fact about abortion been born? For a fi refi ghter, [the mation, and they pass it on” to a F. O’Brien of Baltimore, who headed the U.S. Archdiocese for the designed to make the female question is] who would have pregnant woman they know. Military Services for 10 years. Where there is an acceptance of viewer think about that fact’s been there to save that child?” Solenni expressed amazement the direct killing of noncombatants or where torture is justifi ed ramification in her own life. Because of the research con- at “the long staying power of the to obtain information, the chaplain service is either absent or not They include an 800-number for ducted prior to the commercials’ ads. People were writing down doing its job, the archbishop told a Vatican-sponsored course for military ordinaries and chaplains. “The vicious and utterly a pregnancy resource center. production, “these ads really the number when they saw barbaric treatment of individuals” in the U.S.-run Abu Ghraib Moral theologian Pia Solenni, resonate with the feelings these it — the ad — and calling six prison in Iraq “leaves no doubt as to the barbaric extremes to who has been working since women are having. They call the weeks after the [ad] campaign which human beings can resort, especially in times of war,” the early 2006 with the Atlanta-based 800 number, and they get con- fi nished.” archbishop told course participants Oct. 13. “It is signifi cant, foundation on its TV ad cam- nected with a pregnancy resource For someone to “keep track perhaps, that this prison did not have an assigned chaplain, paign, said she had seen the ads center,” Solenni said. “One caller of that piece of paper” weeks though Army regulations required one,” he said. before she started collaborating said, ‘I felt just like the woman later, she said, shows “a kind of Passage of bill on affordable hous- on them. in that ad.’” stick-to-itiveness” that “anybody “I just loved the ads. They Thomas Grenchik, executive who’s behind this product would ing called ‘huge victory’ weren’t shock-jock ads. They director of the Secretariat for love.” WASHINGTON (CNS) — Passage by the House of Representa- weren’t graphic or in-your-face Pro-Life Activities of the U.S. She added the “overwhelm- tives of legislation to increase the nation’s affordable housing type ads. They were just very en- Conference of Catholic Bishops, ingly positive response” to the stock is “a huge victory for housing advocates,” said an offi cial gaging ads,” Solenni told Catho- can vouch for the ad campaign’s ads “really reinforces the fact that of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. The National Af- lic News Service in a telephone effectiveness. women who have abortions feel fordable Housing Trust Fund Act of 2007, which passed by a interview from Philadelphia. Years ago, when Grenchik was they have no choice. Most women 264-148 vote Oct. 10, would add 1.5 million affordable homes the director of the pro-life offi ce in to the nation’s housing stock in the next 10 years. It would “I knew they put a lot of money don’t even know they have op- require that at least 75 percent of the funds go to housing for into the research that generated the Archdiocese of Washington, tions, resources within their own households defi ned as “extremely low-income,” those earning the ads,” Solenni said, adding, the Vitae Caring Foundation an- communities. They say we have less than 30 percent of an area’s median income. Thomas Shel- “I think nonprofi ts should be nounced it would like to sponsor more pregnancy resource centers labarger, a policy adviser in the USCCB Offi ce of Domestic Social encouraged to spend their money a series of ads on Washington- now than abortion clinics.” Development, said the USCCB and the National Housing Trust Fund Campaign have “been working since 2001 on the passage of legislation to establish a national housing trust fund.” Vatican Nuncio Archbishop Migliore denounces Sainthood cause formally opened for military spending, depleted health care Oklahoma priest slain in 1981 VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Fun- and stability of society. Unfortunately, the archbishop OKARCHE, Oklahoma (CNS) — Inside Okarche’s Holy Trinity neling resources toward military The Vatican released a copy of said, almost 10 million children Church, the same church where Stanley Rother was baptized spending rather than providing his text Oct. 10. under the age of 5 die every two days after his birth on March 27, 1935, Oklahoma Catholics gathered Oct. 5 to celebrate the Eucharist and to again pray basic health care to all citizens Archbishop Migliore said that year “mostly from preventable for the canonization of the beloved priest they believe was is making an already “sad land- “primary care is often neglected causes.” martyred for the faith. They witnessed the formal start of the scape” even bleaker, a top Vatican or replaced by more selective and “Such a sad landscape is made sainthood cause for Father Stanley Francis Rother, a priest of offi cial told the U.N. General even culturally divisive methods bleaker by the fact that as children the Oklahoma City Archdiocese who was brutally murdered Assembly. of health care.” die and generations lack even the in 1981 in the Guatemalan village where he ministered to the Archbishop Celestino Miglio- “A saner health policy,” he basic necessities of life, we have poor. “This is the very fi rst time in history that a canonization re, Vatican nuncio to the United said, would cover basic health continued to drift toward mutual process has been initiated here in Oklahoma,” said Archbishop Nations, said Oct. 9 that the care needs for all members of and global destruction,” he said. Eusebius J. Beltran of Oklahoma City. “It is my hope and my world community “seems to have society and would help nations Nations spend more than $1 prayer that almighty God will bring to a happy conclusion this good work which he has begun in us.” Archbishop Beltran been losing focus on the need to achieve some of the Millennium trillion a year on the military, commissioned a canonization committee and named Deacon ensure the right to basic health Development Goals, which in- he said. Such spending funnels Norman Mejstrik, a parishioner at St. Philip Neri Church in care for all,” although studies clude setting targets for reducing talent and resources away from Midwest City, as its coordinator. Carol Davito has been named have shown even simple medical child mortality, improving mater- saving lives and instead creates assistant coordinator. prevention can effectively and nal health, and combating deadly technology that destroys lives successfully improve the health diseases worldwide by 2015. and the planet, he said. Page 26 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Viewpoints

of the most profound and inti- couples after reviewing their United States. The ART industry, are found among natural births. Alvaré… mate love between the parents. “donor profi les.” in other words, is regularly and These facts, coming to light only Children so conceived are, from ARTs pose a second threat deliberately placing children in recently, underscore how ARTs FROM PAGE 11 their very beginning, the gifts to building families who may situations known to cause prob- may erode the notion of the God — as a unique individual and fruits of this love. Children serve as the prototype of a good lems for them and for society. family as the very sanctuary of with his or her own talents and so conceived may be desired but society. Strong societies contain A second aspect of Catholic human life. responsibilities, a person to be cannot be “demanded.” as many individuals as possible Social Teaching on the family is Many people have diffi culty treated in accord with the dignity The ART industry is helping who are reared in stable, nurtur- also directly contradicted by the understanding how an industry given by God himself. to blot out the notion that people ing environments. Today, a vast practice of ARTs: that the family seemingly dedicated to provid- Catholics recognize that hu- ought to be accepted simply for amount of social science research based on marriage is the sanctu- ing children could run afoul of man beings are destined to who they are; rather, via ARTs, indicates that the very best en- ary of life, the place where life can Catholic Social Teaching about live socially. We are meant not children’s traits may increas- vironment for children includes best be welcomed and protected. the well being of families. Hu- only to live in community, but ingly be selected. More com- stable, married parents. Some embryos produced through man beings naturally desire to fi nd in service to others the monly, each year in the United By their very nature, ARTs ARTs are directly killed if they children. A married couple may very meaning of our life, just as States, thousands of paid donors separate procreation from mar- are the “wrong sex,” or have the easily come to think of procre- Jesus’ life was characterized and possessing currently desired riage physically. But they also “wrong genes” following pre-im- ation as a “right.” Thousands traits — height, certain levels accomplish this socially. Anyone plantation genetic diagnosis, or of fertility services will do ev- crowned by his complete service to others. of education, beauty, athletic or — any individual or couple, simply don’t seem to be growing erything scientifi cally possible Families are to form human musical accomplishment, and single or married, young or old, as vigorously as their siblings in to produce children for them. beings for this manner of social ethnic type — sell their eggs or heterosexual or homosexual the Petri dish. Some embryos But a closer look at the practices living. They do this in part when their sperm to fertility clinics to — can buy sperm or eggs or even die while frozen, or upon being and values of the ART industry they form children by an act be purchased by individuals and a custom-made embryo in the thawed. Some are aborted dur- shows how deeply it contradicts ing the fetal stage if “too many” the real goods of the family and through textbook images. Even events — change that may not children begin to grow in their of society. so, seeing their reality is like feel like adventure, but in- mother’s womb. Some unused The fl awed values and prac- Hamer… being dropped from the pages stead like tragedy. Illness. Loss embryos are simply discarded tices in ARTs are less widely of those books to a place of of family and friends that is once parents have reached their known and understood than FROM PAGE 11 unimaginable magnitude. never timely. Ultimately we are desired family or have given up they should be — especially — provide our lives with delec- I acknowledge that my own forced to consider the magni- trying to have a child. among couples lured by the table variation, and, like garlic mind may be as innocent as tude of changes that will take Furthermore, we increasingly promise that the industry can and hot pepper, they frequently John’s was when he climbed place in our own lives. know that even those embryos give them “a child of their own.” bring interest and pleasure. out the window of his fi rst- But perhaps it is through who “make it” are subjected to Spiritual strength and reverence They always bring enduring grade classroom, and as that visualizing changes, those serious risks. Very little testing for the mystery of God’s plan memories. child I am able only to imagine that are fun and fanciful, those was undertaken regarding the for creation will need to sustain The fi rst time I saw Paris, God as a human being. So I sur- that bring stability, and those safety of in vitro fertilization us at times when our merely the sight of the enormous Eiffel round myself with the knowl- that are pure tragedy, that we and related practices before human reason and strength are Tower was overwhelming, edge that the personifi cation of gradually learn to recognize these were offered commercially. not enough to resist this tempta- and so far above expectation God is present. In my moments God. Scientifi c literature over the last tion. it seemed as though it were a of fear and doubt, Jesus, my If we walk through life with several years has begun to docu- prop. What if it were simply Lord, is standing right there, Jesus beside us, and we know ment the high rates of disabilities Helen Alvaré is an associate profes- a backdrop that had been as- poised to be my protector, and he is there, (waiting like a suffered from multiple gestation sor of law at The Catholic Univer- sembled in place during our yes, salvation. lover), we can feel safe that all births from ARTs; over 38 percent sity of America’s Columbus School trans-Atlantic fl ight, to be dis- “Here I am standing right life’s changes will be manage- of all ART births are of multiples. of Law in Washington, D.C. covered only after we debarked beside you,” one liturgical song able. At the end of our lives, This fi gure does not account for the plane and looked — wide- reminds us. “Here I am; do not then, we will open our eyes the many additional ART preg- eyed — from a taxi? be afraid. Here I am waiting to a scene that is not out of a nancies that began as multiple The full-length version of What if we had previ- like a lover — here I am. I am textbook or out of imagination, but were “reduced” before birth. this article is posted at http:// ously been backstage, I mused, here.” but reality. Not a backdrop. Not Even “singleton” ART children www.usccb.org/prolife/pro- behind temporary curtains As we go through our lives, a prop. And defi nitely not out seem to have higher rates of grams/rlp/alvare.pdf (nobody gets in to see the Wiz- the days continue to be full of of a VCR. some rare genetic disorders than ard…. not nobody, not no how) events for which we had no That day, I expect, is when until the sights were in place expectations, or our expecta- we will know what God looks and ready for us to view? tions were wrong. Those events like. I have no idea what to bring excitement and optimism Kathy Cribari Hamer, a expect about seeing God. God for some of us. My friend Bill member of St. Andrew By Jean Denton is spirit. God is love. God is says, “I love stability, and Parish, has fi ve chil- Copyright © 2007, Jean Denton unending. God is all powerful. stability only comes through dren, Meredith, John, Eternal. change. I can’t wait to see what Julie, Andrew, and Preparing your mind to tomorrow brings and how Abby. Her column is syndicated comprehend the mystery of I will have changed by next in a number of the best Catholic God is like the tourist’s pre- year.” diocesan newspapers across the conception of the Eiffel Tower For some of us, however, U.S. In May of 2005, her column or the Grand Canyon. When life’s unexpected happenings received the fi rst place award for we see the wonders of the bring fear and trepidation. As best family life column by the world, however, we realize we years advance, we are forced Catholic Press Association of the have at least been prepared to consider hard-to-imagine U.S. and Canada. 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MUENSTER BIBLE STUDY SINGLES SILENT RETREAT CHARITY FUNDRAISER OMM FALL FESTIVAL Sacred Heart Parish in Muenster will host To Report Misconduct A silent retreat for singles will be held at The Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus Our Mother of Mercy Church, located at a one-day Bible study on the Gospel of If you or someone you know is a victim Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House, located of Sacred Heart Parish in Wichita Falls 1001 East Terrell Avenue in Fort Worth will Matthew presented by Father John Robert of sexual misconduct by anyone who at 600 N. Shady Shores Road, Lake Dallas. will hold the 11th annual Father Ivor Koch host its annual fall festival Oct. 27 from Skeldon. The liturgical readings for 2008 serves the church, you may The retreat will begin at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. Charity Fundraiser Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. in the 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Due to the ongoing will include the Gospel of Matthew; this • Call Judy Locke, victim 16, and continue through lunch on Sunday, parish hall. A live auction is planned, and construction of the new school, the festival workshop is designed to give participants assistance coordinator, Nov. 18. Father Nathan Stone, SJ, will a spaghetti dinner and soft drinks will be will be held at The Bethlehem Community a greater understanding and appreciation (817) 560-2452 ext. 201 serve as retreat master for the weekend. served at no charge. Sacred Heart Parish is Center (across the street from the church). of those readings. The workshop will be or e-mail her at [email protected] Participants in the retreat weekend will be located at 1501 9th Street in Wichita Falls. All are invited to view the new school as held Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the • Or call the Sexual Abuse Hotline given the opportunity for private prayer and For more information, call the parish office well as enjoy all of the games, treats, and Sacred Heart Community Center, located at (817) 560-2452 ext. 900 reflection on topics offered by the retreat at (940) 723-5288. barbecue dinners. For more information, 714 North Main, Muenster. Lunch will be • Or call The Catholic Center at (817) master. Mass and the opportunity to receive call Betty Harris at (817) 429-9492 or the offered during the workshop. A $6 dona- 560-2452 ext. 107 and ask for the vicar the sacrament of reconciliation will also be ANNUAL TEA / AUCTION rectory at (817) 335-1695. tion is requested to cover the cost of the general, Father Michael Olson. available. The retreat is open to singles of St. Francis of Assisi’s Mothers with Young lunch. For more information and to make all ages, including those who have been Children Ministry will host its annual Tea To Report Abuse and Auction Charity event Nov. 4 from 2 BURKBURNETT FESTIVAL a reservation, contact Barbara Rohmer, at Call the Texas Department of Family separated, widowed, divorced, or never p.m. to 4 p.m. The event, to be held at St. The 42nd annual St. Jude Church Fall Fes- (940) 759-2511 ext. 16 Protective Services (Child Protective married. Payment for the retreat is based Francis of Assisi in the Family Life Center, tival will be held Oct. 28 from 10:30 a.m. to Services) on a sliding scale, and payment options will feature a silent and live auction, tea 2 p.m. The event, which is St. Jude’s main 1 (800) 252-5400 are available. To make a reservation, call CURSILLO ULTREYA sandwiches, refreshments, and desserts. fund-raising event of the year, will include a A Cursillo Ultreya is an occasion where Montserrat at (940) 321-6020, or e-mail All proceeds from the auction will benefit turkey and German sausage dinner with all Cursillistas (those who have attended a to [email protected]. More information adopted Christmas families, Outreach, CDC, the trimmings. A drive-through for carry-out Cursillo) and others who are interested in ECUMENICAL SPEAKER about Montserrat can be found online at The Youth Scholarship Fund, and Catholic dinners and free delivery in Burkburnett will the Cursillo movement gather together to Keith Garvin, a former priest of the Episcopal www.montserratretreat.org. Charities. Payment for auction items is to be available by calling (940) 569-1222. In celebrate Christ. An Ultreya (Spanish for Diocese of Dallas, will speak to the semi- be made by cash or check only. For more addition to the all-you-can-eat meal, the “onward”) will be offered in English Nov. 10, annual meeting of the Parish Interfaith and CATHOLIC RENEWAL RETREAT information, contact Vicky Garza, Kathy event will feature home-baked goods for after the 5:30 p.m. Mass at St. Bartholomew Ecumenical Representatives Nov. 4 at 2:30 “Welcoming Who You Are: An Introduction McDowell, Valerie Miller, Heather Moran, or purchase and a silent auction. The ticket Parish, 3601 Alta Mesa in Fort Worth. For p.m. at St. Rita Church, 5550 E. Lancaster into the Spirituality Of St. Therese” will be Suzie Solmon at myc@stfrancisgrapevine. price for this event is $8 for adults, $4 for more information, call Pamela Jones at Ave., Fort Worth. Bishop Kevin Vann received presented by Brother Joseph Schmidt Nov. org. St. Francis Church is located at 861 children ages five to 12, and children under (817) 291-3575. Garvin into the Catholic Church in early 9 and 10 at the Catholic Renewal Center, Wildwood Lane in Grapevine. five years of age will be admitted free. For October, and Garvin is currently serving as 4503 Bridge St., Fort Worth. Br. Schmidt, an more information, contact Hilda McGuire at UCC RETREAT family life co-coordinator of the Immaculate international author, teacher, and retreat di- NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING (940) 569-3399. St. Jude Parish is located rector, will introduce participants to his new The University Catholic Community (UCC) Conception Church in Denton. This meeting Natural Family Planning is safe, healthy, at 600 Davey Dr., Burkburnett. book: Everything Is Grace: The Life and Way at the University of Texas at Arlington will is open to all interested persons, especially and effective, according to the Couple to of Therese of Lisieux. This retreat will provide hold a retreat the weekend of Nov. 3-4. pastors. For more information, contact the Couple League. Many couples who use NFP HARVEST DANCE an opportunity for individuals to explore their The retreat, to be held at the UCC Campus parish office at (817) 451-9395. find that they grow in love and respect for The St. George Altar Society Harvest Dance lives, especially in difficult experiences, in Ministry building, located at 1010 Benge Dr. one another as they learn to appreciate will be held Nov. 3 from 8 p.m. to midnight the context of faith and prayer. The cost for in Arlington, will begin at 5 p.m. Saturday MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT God’s design for marriage. The CCL offers at the National Hall, 3316 Roberts Cut-off the retreat is $75, which includes overnight and will conclude after the 5:30 p.m. Mass A one-day marriage enrichment program, classes in the Sympto-Thermal Method of Rd., Fort Worth. Music will be provided accommodations with breakfast, lunch, and on Sunday. The retreat, which will focus entitled “Today … Tomorrow … Forever,” NFP. Since the class consists of four meet- by the Czech and Then Some Band. The dinner on Saturday. For more information on the theme of “Love,” will offer time for will be offered Nov. 10 at St. Jude Thaddeus ings at monthly intervals, engaged couples festivities for the evening will include the or to make a reservation, call the Renewal praise and worship, individual quiet time, Parish, 600 Davey Drive in Burkburnett, are encouraged to attend a class starting “Harvest Fruit Pull” and a cakewalk. The Center at (817) 429-2920 Monday through music, workshops, and reflections from and Nov. 17 at The Catholic Center, 800 at least four months before their wedding. kitchen will be selling Klobase sandwiches, Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. guest speakers. Retreat participants will West Loop 820 South in West Fort Worth. For more information or to register for a kolache pastries, and nachos. The cost for also take part in a service project on Sunday. The program, sponsored by the diocesan DCCW MEETING class starting Nov. 9 at 7 p.m. at St. Peter the event is $12.50 per person. For more Dinner on Saturday, and breakfast and lunch Family Life Office, will take place from the Apostle Church, 1201 S. Cherry Lane, information and reservations, contact Joan The second quarterly meeting of the on Sunday will be provided. All are asked 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at each location. Fort Worth, contact Bill and Mary Kouba at at (817) 838-3106, Janet at (817) 232- Central and East Deaneries of the Fort Worth to bring a bedroll for an overnight stay. To Topics to be discussed will include “Living (817) 370-9193. 8844, or Mary at (817) 838-8120. Diocesan Council of Catholic Women will be register or for more information, call the UCC the Sacrament of Marriage,” “Commitment,” held Nov.15 at St. Peter the Apostle Church, VIKING RUN at (817) 460-1155 or e-mail to webmaster@ “Communication,” “Conflict Resolution,” SVDP CONCERT 1201 S. Cherry Lane, Fort Worth. Father Je- All are invited to the first annual Viking Run utacatholics.org. Online registration is and “Intimacy.” Time will be set aside for The youth ministry at St. Vincent de Paul rome Ward, chaplain at the Naval Reserve Air Nov. 3 at Gateway Park in East Fort Worth. available at www.utacatholics.org. couples to strengthen their relationships Parish, 5819 W. Pleasant Ridge Rd., Station at Carswell in Fort Worth, will speak The 1-mile timed run/walk will begin at 8 with regard to these topic areas, as well as Arlington, will host a concert by nationally on “Spiritual Life in the Navy.” All women of a.m., and the 5Krun/walk will begin at 8:30 to focus upon their individual relationships. known artist Steve Angrisano Nov. 6. at the diocese are invited. The service project a.m. with a warm-up at 7:30 a.m. Partici- WOMEN’S BREAKFAST This program, open to all interested married 7:15 p.m. in the sanctuary. This is a free- Women for the Third Millennium will host for this month will be the Thanksgiving food pants may register at www.Vikingrun.com couples who wish to deepen their sense of will donation concert and any proceeds a “Breakfast With Thomas Hilgers, M.D.” drive for parish food pantries. Everyone is or beginning at 6:45 a.m. on race day. Race mutual love and commitment, is also an will benefit Arlington Pregnancy Center. Nov. 17 at Cooper Guest Lodge Hotel, Spa, asked to bring a non-perishable or canned packets will be available for pick-up Nov. opportunity for couples seeking to have Angrisano’s unique blend of laughter, song, Conference Center — Berkley Room, 12230 food item for this project. Registration 1-2 at Luke’s Locker, 1540 S. University Dr., their marriage validated within the Catholic story, and audience interaction have made Preston, Dallas. Dr. Hilgers, the director of will begin at 9:30 a.m. with coffee and Fort Worth, (817) 877-1448. The awards Church. To register for the Burkburnett him a popular choice for many parishes, the Pope Paul VI Institute for the Study of breakfast-type refreshments. The meet- ceremony with refreshments and music will session, call Marie King at (940) 569-1222. according to promotion material. For more Human Reproduction and the National Center ing will start at 10 a.m., and Mass will be follow the 5K race. All proceeds from the run For more information or to register for the information, contact Diane Donahue at for Women’s Health in Omaha, Nebraska, celebrated at noon followed by lunch. The will benefit Project Graduation, a program Fort Worth session, call the diocesan Family (817) 478-8206 ext. 216 or by e-mail to will speak on “Infertility and Miscarriage: cost of lunch is $10. Reservations for the that provides an alcohol and drug-free set Life Office at (817) 560-2452 ext. 304 or [email protected]. Real Solutions to Real Problems.” The cost of celebrations for Nolan’s graduating class. ext. 256 or visit the diocesan Web site at meeting may be made by calling Mary del for the breakfast is $30 person; $28 for For race information, contact Mary Berger www.fwdioc.org. Rio at (817) 838-8120 or Dorothy Lopez at student (ID required), and $280 for table (817) 838-9618. The deadline to register at [email protected]. SEYMOUR POLKA MASS The Catholic Community of Seymour will of 10. Tickets for religious and consecrated is 5 p.m. Nov. 12. Reservations may be celebrate with neighbors Nov. 11 beginning women are free with a reservation. The Adrian’s Floor & cancelled by noon Nov. 13. CSFN DISCERNMENT RETREAT deadline for reservations is Nov. 12. Checks The Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth with a special 10 a.m. Sunday Polka Mass may be made payable to LCPS and mailed MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT will host a Come and See Retreat Day for at Sacred Heart Church on North Cedar The Tile Dentist Street in Seymour. Following the Mass, a to Helen McCleneghen, 2701 Regatta Dr., All married couples are invited to a Marriage single Catholic women, ages 16 to 35, who Tile Sales & Installation Czech Olde World dinner with Bohemian Plano 75093. For more information, call Enrichment seminar based on the The Five are discerning a vocation to the religious sausage, turkey, and kolaches will be served Patricia Sherk at (214) 348-6191 or Helen • Floors • Walls • Decorative Tiles Love Languages by Gary Chapman. José life. The retreat will take place Saturday, at Sacred Heart Mosler Hall until 1:30 p.m. McCleneghen at (972) 612-5978, or e-mail and Marilyn Garcia of Austin, area leaders Nov. 17, at the sisters’ convent, located at An auction will begin at 1:30 p.m. A country to Helen at [email protected]. More Tile & Grout of World Wide Marriage Encounter, will 1814 Egyptian Way in Grand Prairie. For more store of baked goods and crafts will also information regarding the Women for the • Cleaning • Sealing • Repairs • present the seminar, hosted by the Marriage information or to register, call Sister Mary be a highlight of the event. Sacred Heart Third Millennium may be found online at Encounter ministry of St. Philip the Apostle Paul Haase, CSFN, at (972) 642-5191 or Re-grouting/Recaulking of fl oors, Church is located two-and-one-half hours www.womenthirdmillennium.org. Parish in Lewisville Dec. 1. The program e-mail to [email protected]. from the Fort Worth area into the country tubs, showers & more will be held in the Community Life Center going 199 west to Jacksboro and then 114 from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., with a catered COURAGE SUPPORT GROUP RACHEL’S VINEYARD New Sales & Installation Courage D/FW, a spiritual support group for west to Seymour. Rachel’s Vineyard of Fort Worth will host dinner following at 6 p.m. The seminar fee • Wood • Laminates is $25 per couple, including the dinner. For those striving to live chaste lives according a weekend retreat Dec. 7-9 for healing to the Catholic Church’s teachings on following an abortion. This program helps • Carpet • Vinyl • Tile anyone wishing to attend only the seminar, there is a $5 per couple fee for materials. homosexuality, meets every second and Classifi ed those who struggle with grief, guilt, and fourth Friday evenings. For information, e- pain following an abortion to find hope and (817) 913-5579 To make a reservation, contact Rick and Roberta Boitnott at rboitnott@sbcglobal. mail to [email protected] or call healing. The retreats are open to all who www.adriansflooring.com (972) 938-5433. Section feel the pain of post-abortion trauma. For net or (903) 796-8491, or Bill and Carol more information or registration, call the Louree at [email protected] or (972)-219- LAY CARMELITE GATHERING HOME CAREGIVERS 7994. The deadline for reservations is Nov. confidential help line at (817) 923-4757, “Would you like to deepen your relationship Visiting Angels, a non-medi- Now Your Parents Can Live 17. St. Philip the Apostle Church is located or e-mail to [email protected]. with Jesus and Mary?” ask the Third Order cal home-care service, is At Home at 1897 W. Main Street (at Kirkpatrick) in of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel seeking experienced care- Lewisville. ST. AUGUSTINE GROUP (Lay Carmelites). The Lay Carmelites invite givers for on-call positions, PT to Their comfort is our first priority. The St. Augustine Men’s Purity Group, a WESTERN EUROPE CRUISE those in search of this deeper relationship live-in. Great supplemental income. ministry for men who struggle with sexual Up to 24-hour care. Deacon Patrick Burke,pastoral administrator to join them on the second and fourth Sun- Call (817) 224-9701. impurity issues on the Internet and other Hygiene asst., meals, of Christ the King Parish, Iowa Park, will host days of the month for a time of prayer and sources, meets regularly in Room 213 at light housework, companionship, a 13-day Western Europe Cruise aboard the fellowship. Those interested are asked to SERVICES AVAILABLE St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School, located custom care plans Norwegian Jade July 10-26, visiting London, gather at 1:45 p.m. in the rectory chapel of Topsoil, sand, gravel, washed ma- at 2016 Willis Lane, Keller, and at 1301 Visiting Angels® Normandy, Ireland, Scotland, Amsterdam, St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 509 W. terials, driveways, concrete, back- Paxton (Padre Pio House) in Arlington. For www.visitingangels.com/fortworth and Brussels. Starting price is $3,199. For Magnolia Avenue in Fort Worth. Formation hoe, and tractor services. Custom additional information, visit the Web site a tour brochure, contact Deacon Burke at will take place from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in mowing lots and acres. Call (817) at www.sampg.com, or e-mail to Mark at (817) 224-9700 (940) 691-7893 or e-mail to pjburke47@ the school building. For more information, 732-4083. [email protected]. yahoo.com. call Phyllis Poth at (817) 457-1746. NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC, October 26, 2007 Page 28 Good Newsmaker Mercy Sister Suzanne Toolan tells how a student’s appreciation rescued

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By Mark Pattison Mercy Sister Sr. Suzanne sees another problem Catholic News Service inherent in the hymn, though: “It’s a Suzanne Washington hymn that really shouldn’t work for the Toolan, who congregation. It’s too low. It’s too high. is pictured in I often ask myself: Why does it work so n unsolicited com- well, then? I think it’s the Scripture. The an undated Scripture is so strong.” ment from a high photo, She took it upon herself to make the composed lyrics more inclusive, including chang- school girl kept ing the original “I will raise him up” in one of the most popular “I Am the the chorus to “I will raise you up.” Bread of Life,” “I did that a long time ago, but other hymns of the Second Vati- one of the people have done it, too,” she said. “As soon as that awareness [about inclusive can Council era, “I Am the most popular language] came in, I couldn’t live with it Bread of Life,” from meet- hymns from [the original] anymore.” the Second Sr. Suzanne, who celebrated her ing an untimely fate. 80th birthday Oct. 24, is not only a Vatican liturgical music composer, but now an Mercy Sister Suzanne Toolan, who Council era. author as well, getting credit as a co- composed the song, said she had been author with Elizabeth Dossa, commu- (CNS PHOTO/ asked to write a song for an event in the nications officer for the Mercy Sisters Archdiocese of San Francisco — pos- COURTESY OF in Burlingame, for a book titled I Am sibly a eucharistic event, she recalled SISTERS OF the Bread of Life. — and was writing on deadline. “I have a hard time with ... being the MERCY) At the Catholic girls’ high school in subject of it,” Sr. Suzanne said, adding California where she was teaching in that when Dossa fi rst sat her down to 1966, Sister Suzanne used an unoccu- interview her on her life and minis- pied room next to the school infi rmary try, she thought it was for some other to fi nish what became “I Am the Bread purpose. “It’s kind of dumb of me, but of Life.” I didn’t know I was writing a book,” “I worked on it, and I tore it up. I she said. thought, ‘This will not do,’” she told Dossa came back to Sr. Suzanne the Catholic News Service in an Oct. 16 next week, “so I thought she was look- telephone interview from her order’s ing for some more quotes,” she added. convent in Burlingame, California. “Finally dodo,” she said, referring to “And this little girl came out of the in- herself, “realizes what’s going on.” fi rmary and said, ‘What was that? That Sr. Suzanne called Dossa “a lovely, a was beautiful!’ I went right back and gorgeous person and a very fi ne writer.” Scotch-taped it up.” Born Gloria Toolan in Lansing, The rest, as they say, is history. But Michigan, she took her sister Suzanne’s history takes time. name when she entered religious life 57 Sr. Suzanne said the song was “not years ago, because “I hate” Gloria, she particularly well received” in San Fran- noted. cisco, but she credited “a very gifted Sr. Suzanne said she holds a unique Sulpician” named Father John Olivier at Cover of the new book I Am the Bread of record among Sisters of Mercy. “I’m a seminary near the Burlingame convent Life, by Mercy Sister Suzanne Toolan with the only one in the community who’s with helping get the word out about her Elizabeth Dossa. (CNS) always stayed here in the mother- songs. house,” she said. “It’s a beautiful, “He would come to our convent on wonderful property. When they made Saturdays, so we’d have a decent hom- ist churches. “People keep giving me critics, Catholic press columnist George the [assignment] changes, I’d always ily every week,” she said. “He began to copies of it when they go to Europe or Weigel. “Weigel calls it ‘that — I can’t hide.” hear some of my things, and he took it Asia, even,” Sr. Suzanne said. “It’s in even pronounce it! — hymn,’” she said, Her call to religious life, she said, back to the seminary. And that’s how I different languages. It’s thrilling.” spelling the word “ubiquitous.” “came pretty early on, even in fi rst think most of my things got out.” She alluded to “the problem some “My answer is: Do we really think grade. We had this kind of strange “I Am the Bread of Life” is not only critics have allowing the congregation we’re saying ‘I am the bread of life “ but wonderful nun” — a Mercy sister in all manner of Catholic hymnals, but to sing words that Jesus has spoken.” and that ‘I’ is the assembly? I don’t see — “who used to play the organ,” she also is in the offi cial hymnbooks of She left the phone to scurry to fi nd why we can’t use that as a prayer,” she recalled. “I thought, ‘Gee, I want to be the Episcopal, Lutheran, and Method- a copy of a column from one of those said. a nun, and I want to be an organist.’

MAILING LABEL: Please enclose label with address change or inquiries concerning mail delivery of your paper. Thank you. Inside... This issue of the NTC When A&M’s new Catholic dormi- Youth from Arlington, Grapevine, Ministry Formation Day in Wichita tory was dedicated in honor of Colleyville, and Fort Worth were Falls Oct. 6 brought together Msgr. John Gleissner, a number of among those traveling in mission to more than 150 participants and his relatives, some from Muenster, Honduras this past summer — and presenters for spiritual enrichment, were on hand to recall his being transformed fellowship, and professional accomplishments. 7 in the process. 14-15 development. 16