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CNS/Paul Haring A pilgrim holds an image of Mexican St. José Sánchez del Río, who was martyred at the age of 14 in 1928, before the canonization Mass for seven new saints celebrated by Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican Oct. 16. ICCL, CYO BY JUNNO AROCHO ESTEVES rosary and a palm branch, symbols of his unshake- Tournament play begins able faith and martyrdom. A trail of blood is seen at his feet along with a single bullet, symbolic of the Pages 17-18 ROME (CNS) — The heroism of Mexico’s newest torture and the manner of death he endured at the saint, St. José Sánchez del Río, should embolden hands of his captors. the nation’s priests to continue their ministry with The martyrdom of St. José Sánchez del Río, who trust in God, said the vice postulator of the young died in 1928 during a government crackdown on saint’s cause. Catholics, takes on a new meaning today amid vio- For priests in Mexico, especially those who lence in Mexico. denounce the activity of drug traffickers and find The murder of three priests in September was the themselves targeted for attacks, the life of St. José latest in a disturbing trend of attacks against priests is a call to place their “full trust in God,” Antonio throughout the country. According to the Catholic Berumen, the vice postulator, told Catholic News Multimedia Center, 15 priests have been murdered Service Oct. 14. in Mexico in the last four years. “There comes a time in which, evidently, we must Although most people believe the murders were live through difficult times, but in the end Jose’s committed by drug traffickers who wanted to send message is ‘I trust in you,’” he said. “It is complete out a message to those who oppose them, govern- trust in God and having the assurance that there is ment officials are facing criticism not only for down- someone who acts and continues to act in the lives playing the seriousness and frequency of the attacks of men and women.” but also for their attempts to blame the victims for Living the Year of Mercy As Pope Francis declared seven new saints Oct. their own deaths. 16, one of the banners hanging on the facade of St. The recent death of Father José Alfredo López Counsel the Doubtful Peter’s Basilica showed a young boy dressed in blue Guillen, a well-liked priest in Michoacán who was Page 5 jeans and a white shirt. In his hands, the 14-year-old St. José holds a DEL RIO, page 3 www.myyearofmercy.org 2 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC October 23, 2016 TODAY’S CATHOLIC

Official newspaper of the Emergency collection for Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend P.O. Box 11169 Fort Wayne, IN 46856 those impacted by hurricane PUBLISHER: Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades Dear Friends in Christ, Earlier this month, we saw in the news Editorial Department the devastating effects of Hurricane Matthew in Haiti, other countries in the Caribbean, PUBLICATIONS MANAGER: Jodi Marlin and along the coast of the southeastern PAGE DESIGNER: Francie Hogan United States. The relief efforts of Catholic BRAND SPECIALIST: Molly Gettinger Relief Services in Haiti and the Caribbean SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER: Emily Mae Schmid and of Catholic Charities in the United States AD GRAPHICS DIRECTOR: Mark Weber have helped tens of thousands of people affected by this disaster. Since the road to restoration of these dev- Business Department astated communities will be long, support is BUSINESS MANAGER: Stephanie A. Patka needed for the Church’s efforts to assist so BOOKKEEPING/CIRCULATION: Geoff Frank many of our needy brothers and sisters. Our [email protected] diocese will participate in the national col- lection to support the work of CRS, Catholic Advertising Sales Charities, and the USCCB (which is also pro- Jackie Parker viding help to the Church in these devastated areas). Parishes in our diocese will take up [email protected] the special collection at Masses on the week- (260) 399-1457 end of October 29-30. The humanitarian aid being provided by Web site: www.todayscatholicnews.org our Catholic agencies includes the provision of clean water, food, shelter, and medical Photo by Robyn Fieser/Catholic Relief Services care. Besides emergency relief supplies, funds A Catholic Relief Services distribution of food, blankets, hygiene kits, cooking pots, tarps and ropes Published weekly except second are needed to support the long-term efforts to takes place at the home of the town priest in Roche-a -Bateau. Roche-a-Bateau, a town roughly 30 Sunday of January; and every other rebuild and restore the devastated communi- miles south of Les Anglais, where the eye of Hurricane Matthew struck, has very few homes standing. week from the third Sunday in ties. As we approach the end of the Jubilee June through the second Sunday Year of Mercy, this collection is an opportu- of September; and last Sunday in nity to show mercy and love to so many suf- December by the Diocese of Fort fering people. Wayne-South Bend, 1103 S. Calhoun I also ask for your continued prayers St., P.O. Box 390, Fort Wayne, IN 46801. for the victims of Hurricane Matthew. We Periodicals postage paid at Fort Wayne, pray for the hundreds of people who were IN, and additional mailing office. killed in the hurricane and its aftermath, as well as for the surviving families and loved POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: ones. We also remember in prayer the tens Today’s Catholic, P.O. Box 11169, Fort of thousands of people whose homes were Wayne, IN 46856-1169 destroyed. The worst devastation occurred or email: [email protected] in Haiti, the poorest country in the western hemisphere. I remember my visit there with MAIN OFFICE: 915 S. Clinton St., Fort CRS this past January. The Haitians are a Wayne, IN 46802. Telephone (260) resilient people, strong in faith. May God 456-2824. Fax: (260) 744-1473. bless them and all who are suffering as a BUREAU OFFICE: 1328 Dragoon Trail, result of this natural disaster! Mishawaka, IN 46544. Telephone (260) Thank you in advance for your generosity 456-2824. Fax (260) 744-1473. and prayers!

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(ISSN 0891-1533) BY CAROL GLATZ part of the church’s network (USPS 403630) of humanitarian aid, which VATICAN CITY (CNS) — As a includes help from different bish- sign of his closeness and con- ops’ conferences and numerous cern, Pope Francis sent aid Catholic charities, it said. money to hurricane-stricken Caritas Haiti, with the Haiti. umbrella organization Caritas An initial donation of Internationalis, launched its first $100,000 was sent through the appeal for emergency food aid Pontifical Council Cor Unum and sanitation kits for 13,500 Find us on Facebook to be distributed through the people, as well as for providing www.facebook.com/diocesefwsb hardest-hit dioceses to assist counseling and education in flood victims, the council said in preventing diseases like cholera, a communique Oct. 14. which commonly affect areas Follow us on Twitter lacking sanitation and clean @diocesefwsb The first round of funding was meant to be a “concrete water. The number of deaths report- expression of Pope Francis’ feel- CNS photo/Bahare Khodabande, EPA Follow us on Instagram ings of spiritual closeness and edly reached 1,000 on Oct. 9, Victims of Hurricane Matthew walk towards an open area where an aid heli- @diocesefwsb fatherly support for the people according to a tally by Reuters and places” that have been based on conversations with copter landed Oct. 10 in Tiborun, Haiti. As a sign of his closeness and concern, affected, it said. local officials. Pope Francis sent aid money to hurricane-stricken Haiti, to be distributed The papal contribution is through the hardest-hit dioceses to assist flood victims. October 23, 2016 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC 3 Cardinal-designate Tobin urges Public schedule of Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades

Americans to welcome refugees Sunday, October 23: 10:30 a.m. — Confirmation Mass, Holy Cross Church, South Bend BY MOLLY GETTINGER Monday, October 24: 9:30 a.m. — Class for M.Div. course, University of Notre Dame n 2015, the United States of Monday, October 24: 5:15 a.m. — Mass and Dinner, Moreau America accepted 70,000 refu- Seminary, University of Notre Dame gees into the country. Among Wednesday, October 26: 12 p.m. — Redeemer Radio I Sharathon, Fort Wayne them was one particular young family: a mother, a father and Wednesday, October 26: 7 p.m. — Talk on Voting and Faithful two small children. The family Citizenship, University of Saint Francis, Fort Wayne fled their homeland of Syria in Thursday, October 27: 10:30 a.m. — All Schools Mass, 2012 and spent three years liv- Memorial Coliseum, Fort Wayne ing in a refugee camp. During Friday, October 28: 9 a.m. — Anniversary Mass of Saint Jude that time, surrounded by dismal School, Saint Jude Church, South Bend conditions, they underwent the rigorous scrutiny manda- tory for those seeking refuge status in the United States, including security screening by the National Counterterrorism Center/Intelligence Community, the FBI, the Department of Homeland Security, and the State Department. The family’s story was told by Cardinal-designate Joseph W. Tobin, CSSR, of Indianapolis, when he spoke at the University of Notre Dame on Oct. 14, less than one week after he was named a cardinal by Pope Francis. In a talk titled “Welcoming the Stranger while Challenging the Fear,” Cardinal- designate Tobin discussed the history and current state of refu- gee resettlement in the United States, emphasizing the moral imperativeness that Americans welcome these neighbors as human beings and combat the CNS photo/Peter Ringenberg, University of Notre Dame prevalent fear, anxiety and hos- Cardinal-designate Joseph W. Tobin of Indianapolis speaks Oct. 14 at the tility shown particularly towards University of Notre Dame. He discussed the history and current state of refu- individuals from the Middle East. gee resettlement in the United States. This family mentioned above, Cardinal-designate Tobin shared, was scheduled to be Second, this fear is per- to these refugees, who are escap- Catholic News Agency/CNA welcomed by Catholic Charities petuated by the national media. ing desperate situations in order St. Peter’s Square hangs banners in preparation for the Oct. 16 canonization of Indianapolis on Saturday, Oct. “News programs use a hierarchy to survive. Regardless of their of five new saints, including Salomone Leclercq, Manuel González García, 5, 2015. Following Gov. Mike now in determining what stories religious affiliation or national Lodovico Pavoni, José Sánchez del Río and Elizabeth of the Trinity. Pence’s Nov. 16, 2015, statement to place before the public con- origin, these refugees are all that he would prevent refugees science. And, put rather vulgarly, human persons — made in the in Janamuato also rushed to the from settling in Indiana until the ‘if it bleeds, it leads.’ News is a image of God, bearing inher- late priest’s defense and said he federal government could ensure for-profit industry and, I would ent dignity, and deserving our DEL RIO devoted his priestly life to help- property security measures were argue, one that doesn’t always respect and care and protection ing youths in the town overcome in place, however, Cardinal- strive to report the facts accu- by law from persecution.” Continued from Page 1 drug and alcohol addiction, an designate Tobin was asked rately. ... Fear-based news sto- He shared that, while the fed- action that most likely angered by the governor not to permit ries prey on the anxieties we all eral government is responsible local drug traffickers. resettlement. have. … This attitude is particu- for immigration and refugee abducted and found a week later Auxiliary Bishop Jaime “Pence,” Cardinal-designate larly true in reporting facts from admissions to the United States, with five gunshot wounds to the Calderón Calderón of Zamora Tobin said, invited “me to pray the Middle East.” governors ought to welcome stomach, brought attention to the in Michoacán told journalists in and seek God’s guidance, which The third factor that con- refugees. “We need to encourage ferocity of drug traffickers willing Rome Oct. 14 that the death of I gladly did.” The family was tributes to this fear, Cardinal- governors to continue to play to murder members of the clergy priests like Father López continue welcomed by the diocese and designate Tobin said, “is what their important welcoming role.” who spoke out against them. the legacy of St. José Sánchez del Catholic Charities, and is now I would term boundary main- The initial needs of refugees However, Gov. Silvano Río, who in the face of certain living in Indianapolis. tenance: globalization, or a “are many, as you can imag- Aureoles Conejo of Michoacán death continued to announce the This story is just one of the reaction of globalization that ine: food, shelter, employment, claimed the priest was spotted truth of the Gospel. many ways Cardinal-designate generates fear of the other.” (in this country) English as a in a surveillance video at a local “The murder of our priests Tobin has fought for refugee The movement of refugees and Second Language and orienta- hotel with a young boy, imply- shows that they are there, they resettlement in the United Sates. migrants, the most embodied tion to a new culture,” Cardinal- ing that he may have been a are there with the community, Contemporary American soci- form of globalization, is restrict- designate Tobin said. He encour- pedophile and died because of his they are there with those who ety, he said, is imbued with a ed: Disembodied forms, such as aged the audience to reach out actions. suffer,” he said. “And for us this fear of welcoming refugees, a trade and finance, are the most to a local refugee resettlement But, calling the governor “irre- is also a sign and a witness that fear that rooted in three things. deregulated. agency, saying that the work sponsible,” the mother of the violence will not be overcome by The first is “found in the Cardinal-designate Tobin performed by Catholic Charities child on the video immediately more violence.” well-publicized threats of ter- asked the question, “How do we, would be impossible without filed a complaint, stating that “With ever greater convic- rorist groups, particularly the speaking as a Catholic commu- volunteers. the video shows her son with tion, I see in the behavior of our Islamic State. There are people nity, react to this fear?” his father, not with the priest. priests that what we bring can who make bad choices in every Quoting Archbishop Joseph The attempt to discredit the forge new relationships that will culture, including our own, and Kurtz of Louisville, Ky., Cardinal- To find out how to help with refugee priest’s reputation also drew the build a more peaceful Mexico your chances of being killed by designate Tobin invited “all resettlement, visit the website for ire of local church officials who with justice, truth, righteousness, a foreign war terrorist in the Catholics in the United States Catholic Charities of the Diocese demanded an apology from the but above all, with love,” Bishop United States is one in over 4 and others of good will to of Fort Wayne-South Bend: governor. Calderón said. billion.” express openness and welcoming www.ccfwsb.org. Father López’s parishioners 4 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC October 23, 2016 National parks: Places of wonder, history, culture, spiritual refuge

BY NANCY WIECHEC Though the U.S. govern- scenery, wildlife and natural and of God,” a vision that stayed AND CHAZ MUTH mental agencies operate within historic objects and to “provide with him as he worshipped at St. the guidelines of separation for the enjoyment of the same in Mary’s after leaving the park for WASHINGTON (CNS) — From of church and state, there are such manner and by such means the day. the dramatic vistas of the Grand sacred symbols in many of the as will leave them unimpaired “Having this park and church Canyon in Arizona to the glis- national parks, mainly because for the enjoyment of future gen- within reach has deepened my tening waters of Cape Cod in the Catholic Church and other erations.” relationship with God,” he told Massachusetts, national parks religious institutions are a part To meet the needs of Catholic CNS after attending a Saturday have stood as places of wonder, of the nation’s story. visitors, Catholic clergy and evening Mass in August. history and culture. Religious men and women laypeople lead weekend liturgi- The National Park Service John Muir, considered the often use nature’s bounty as a cal services inside some of the not only preserves America’s father of our national parks, backdrop for spiritual connection. largest parks — Yellowstone, top wilderness areas, but its petitioned U.S. lawmakers to set Archbishop Paul D. Etienne, Yosemite, Grand Teton, Grand cultural and historical places aside such places for preserva- an angler and outdoorsman, said Canyon, Zion and Glacier — dur- as well, including such sites tion, play and prayer. he understands people’s longing ing the busy summer season. as the Washington Monument, “Everybody needs beauty for nature. Newly named to head Two Catholic chapels, Sacred the White House, the Statue as well as bread, places to play the Archdiocese of Anchorage, Heart in Grand Teton and El of Liberty, Ellis Island and in and pray in, where nature Alaska, he has for the last seven CNS/Nancy Wiechec Cristo Rey at the south rim of Independence Hall. may heal and cheer and give years overseen the Diocese of A man climbs a rock outcrop on the the Grand Canyon, not only offer “Most of the national parks Cheyenne, Wyoming, which Mass but are open daily for visits are cultural sites,” said Kathy strength to body and soul alike,” south rim of the Grand Canyon in wrote the 19th-century natural- includes Yellowstone and Grand and prayer. Kupper, spokeswoman for the ist and philosopher in his book Teton National Parks. Arizona Aug. 20. The nation’s nation- Parishes in park gateway Park Service. “They tell the story “Yosemite.” “Nature stirs something in al parks are sites of awe and beauty, communities, such as St. Mary’s of who we are collectively as a During the 100th year of the the human soul that helps to making them appropriate places for in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, also people and as a society.” National Park Service, Catholic reveal the Creator to us,” he said. spiritual reflection. cater to throngs of national park That story includes the role of News Service traveled to a few of “Through creation we come to visitors. Catholicism in the building of the the nation’s most popular parks know the Creator.” “To set aside the natural A majority of those attending nation. and discovered sites of spiritual He called national parks a beauty of this country is very Mass at St. Mary’s are visitors “There are many connec- refuge beside some of America’s “true treasure of this nation” and important,” he said. “It helps of the Great Smoky Mountain tions between the National Park most beautiful landscapes. nature “God’s first book.” us to understand the nature of National Park, the most visited of Service and the Catholic Church,” humanity.” the national parks with an esti- Kupper told CNS. “Perhaps the Yellowstone, the first nation- mated 10.7 million people annu- most famous Catholic Church al park, was established by ally, said Carmelite Father Antony association is at the San Antonio Congress in 1872. Today, 412 Punnackal, pastor of the parish. Missions.” parks covering more than 84 “We call this parish ‘the par- Established as a national his- million acres in the U.S. and its ish of the Smokies,’ because it’s torical park in 1978, it includes territories are managed by the basically for the visiting parishio- Concepcion, San Jose, San Juan National Park Service. ners,” Father Punnackal told CNS. and Espada missions and rep- Each year, more than 300 Though the church has about resents a unique collaboration million people venture into the 200 registered families who live between the park service and the parks for recreation, relaxation within the parish boundaries, an church. The Park Service main- and renewal. average of 700 people attends tains mission buildings, land- President Woodrow Wilson Mass each weekend from the scapes and visitor centers, while created the National Park Service spring through fall, he said. the Archdiocese of San Antonio in 1916 to protect and regulate Ed Willis of Delaware, Ohio, cares for the mission churches all federal parks and monu- said his trip through the Great and oversees religious services. ments. Under the Department of Smoky Mountain National Park Visitors can learn about Spanish the Interior, the Park Service was offered him a spiritual experience Colonial Texas and also attend ...because we charged with the conservation of while witnessing “the creation Mass in the still active missions. C.A.R.E. Special blessing for pets Compassion Attentiveness Relationships Excellence Our Services • Moving Forward Rehabilitation • Skilled Nursing Services • Long Term Care • Hospice • Respite

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“Where caring people animals Sunday morning, Oct. 9. The Bluffton pastor said the blessing was in recognition make the difference!” of the Oct. 4 feast of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of God’s creatures. Msgr. Ilechukwu ASCSeniorCare.com had invited parishioners to bring in their pets for the blessing. “We thank God for the gift of pets,” he said. October 23, 2016 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC 5 Living the Where doubt becomes hope BY ANDREW MENTOCK as opposed to a narrow-minded view from loneliness, which ounseling the doubtful is typically results in the belief Year of Mercy one of the most difficult that they have limited and often- spiritual works of mercy to destructive options. C Over the previous 12 months, Counsel the Doubtful comprehend. However, in today’s society, it is also one of the most 10,681 babies were saved thanks relevant. Everyday, people are to the Women’s Care Center — turning away from God as they 4,235 of them in the Diocese of disrespect the dignity of the Fort Wayne-South Bend. human being and condone the For all of the work the destruction of innocent lives. Women’s Care Center has accom- According to the United plished, the staff credits their States Conference of Catholic local community with much of Bishops “everyone has moments the success — knowing that of doubt in their faith journey. family and friends are often an Nevertheless, we should always integral part of the support sys- remember that Christ is the Way, tem for pregnant women. the Truth, and the Life and turn “Locally, 57 percent of our to him along our way.” abortion-minded clients come to Some advice from the USCCB Women’s Care Center because to help one adhere to this is to they were referred by a friend,” “orient your response to Christ, said Hunsberger, “They know who is the Way, the Truth, and that we offer concrete help with- the Life,” and to “follow Christ out judgment. Our counselors with the witness of your life so offer a safe place to talk about that others may see God’s love your doubts and fears. It is revealed in your actions.” essentially a place where fear An exemplary instance of this and doubt is transformed into takes place at Women’s Care joyful hope.” Center locations. Nevertheless, the Women’s “This is where our cen- Care Center knows that a com- ter comes in,” said Jenny munity’s ability to help them Hunsberger, vice-president of counsel the doubtful goes much the South Bend/Mishawaka/ deeper than referrals. Plymouth Women’s Care Center. “It is community support that “With our medical-grade preg- keeps our doors open to serve CNS photo/Greg Shemitz nancy tests and ultrasounds, our 364 women every day,” said Sister Virginia Joy, a member of the Sisters of Life, sits in a cubicle as she speaks with a woman on the phone May 4 at counselor is often the first person Hunsberger. “From 8-year-olds the religious community’s Visitation Mission on New York’s East Side. Members of the religious community offer emo- to know for sure a woman is who ask friends to bring diapers tional and spiritual support to pregnant women in crisis through in-person and over-the-phone counseling. pregnant. And with gentleness instead of birthday gifts, to high and compassion, our counselor school students who babysit for not only gives a young woman parenting classes, to sustain- the facts, but gives something far ing partners who make major more valuable: Hope.” financial gifts, the Fort Wayne- Food for thought This knowledge and hope South Bend diocesan community helps to provide women with celebrates life through Women’s Care Center.” n a May 2015 blog post When we, as Christians, the perspective to choose life, for the Archdiocese of decide to help a person who IWashington, Msgr. Charles needs counsel, it is a gift to them Pope writes that counseling the but also to the one who does the doubtful, as a spiritual work of counseling, says Msgr. Pope. mercy, is not concerned with We help others, but we also “mere expedience,” but it’s about help ourselves, he says “to helping someone with “what is become more deeply rooted in moral, upright and holy.” the decision to follow Jesus, to He said that “it is that work choose the Lord and the things which helps the undecided … awaiting in heaven, to leave come to a good and upright deci- behind double-minded ways and sion rooted in the call to holiness duplicity, to decide for what is and the goal of attaining heaven right, good, noble and holy.” by God’s grace.” — Catholic News Service It is helpful, he says, for the person doing to counseling to be Parishioners pray the rosary in the “prayerful and attentive and docile courtyard of Sacred Heart Parish in to divine teaching.” And in that the Segundo Barrio of El Paso, Texas, sense what Christians are called to Feb. 14. Prayerful attention to the do, to live an existence of “prayer, struggles of others can assist them in study and life experiences” is “not removing the seeds of doubt and only for our own sake, but for that conflict in their lives. of others as well.” CNS photo/Nancy Wiechec All Saints Year of Mercy Religious Goods 8808 Coldwater Road - Fort Wayne - 260-490-7506 day 320 In Coldwater Centre at Wallen Road, 1.5 miles north of I-69 “You are righteous, O Lord, Feel good about where you shop. •Advent Wreaths & Candles All of the proceeds from our stores are reinvested and all your deeds are just; back into our mission. •Religious Christmas Cards All your ways are mercy Send your photos •Fontanini Nativities and truth; you are judge of - 1827 North Bendix Dr. of Works of Mercy to - 2302 South Bend Ave. •Crucifixes •Bibles •Statues the world.” — Tb 3:2 [email protected] •Church Supplies www.svdpsb.org 6 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC October 23, 2016 living like a Christian,” he said. Pope canonizes seven “You cannot be a Christian with- saints who ‘fought the out practicing the Beatitudes. You cannot be a Christian without good fight of faith’ doing what Jesus teaches us in ews riefs Matthew 25,” which is to feed VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The seven N B the hungry, clothe the naked and new saints of the Church were welcome the stranger. “It’s hypoc- holy not because of their own risy to call yourself a Christian efforts but because of “the Lord and chase away a refugee or who triumphs in them and with someone seeking help, someone them,” Pope Francis said. Each Bishop visits horse racing industry migrants who is hungry or thirsty, toss one “struggled to the very end out someone who is in need of with all their strength,” which my help,” he said. “If I say I am they received through persever- Christian, but do these things, I’m ance and prayer, the pope said a hypocrite.” Oct. 16 at a canonization Mass in St. Peter’s Square. “They remained firm in faith, with a Longtime immigration generous and steadfast heart. Through their example and their reporter focuses on intercession, may God also enable one teen in ‘Book of us to be men and women of prayer,” the pope told the esti- Isaias’ mated 80,000 people present at the Mass. Seven large tapestries WASHINGTON (CNS) — Nobody’s bearing the portraits of the new story is cut and dried, as long- saints decorated the facade of St. time immigration reporter Daniel Peter’s Basilica, some represent- Connolly learned when doing ing specific aspects of their lives reporting for his book, “The Book that exemplified their holiness. of Isaias.” Connolly tracked the Mexican-born teenager through- out his senior year of high school Middle East Christians in Memphis, Tenn., and followed up at critical junctures in his called key witnesses of life afterward. Isaias’ story has mercy, forgiveness its share of contradictions. While born in Mexico, he migrated with NEW YORK (CNS) — Protecting his family to the United States Christianity and religious plu- without documents. The family ralism in the Middle East and settled in Memphis, not the first respecting the rights of all would city one thinks of as an immigrant open the path to peace in the hotspot. Although Isaias identi- region, Supreme Knight Carl fies as atheist, Connolly noted Anderson said at a dinner in New that he read a Bible regularly to York Oct. 12. “True peace is pos- see what teachings matched his sible only when the fundamental CNS photo/Karen Calloway, Catholic New World emerging philosophy. And, for rights and dignity of every person a brief time, Isaias attended an are respected. We continue to Chicago Auxiliary Bishop John R. Manz talks with a youth during a visit with workers and evangelical Christian college in believe that fundamental human their families at High Pointe Farms in La Grange, Ky. Bishop Manz made a pastoral visit Memphis. Then there’s also the rights must include the freedom homesickness Isaias’ parents felt of conscience, the free exercise of to migrant workers in Kentucky in September on behalf of the U.S. Conference of Catholic for their native Mexico, but they religion, and equality under the Bishops Committee on the Pastoral Care of Migrants, Refugees and Travelers. He makes had to wrestle with what to do law,” Anderson said. He made about Isaias’ little brother, who the comments in accepting the recommendations to the local dioceses and the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops on how was born in the United States and Path to Peace Award, sponsored the church can better minister to these often-invisible groups. is a U.S. citizen, since the likeli- by the Path to Peace Foundation. hood of the parents’ ability to As president of the foundation, return north would be quite low. Archbishop Bernardito Auza, the Vatican’s permanent observer to Award from Paulist Press and Conference focuses ordination. Instead, the confer- the United Nations, presented the Fordham University Graduate ence buzzed with the notion that Catholic groups urge the award to Anderson and the School of Religion and Religious on fostering church leadership in the church flows physicians to support Knights of Columbus for the inter- Education. The actress, who is the from baptism. national fraternal organization’s wife of comedian Jim Gaffigan and leadership roles for AMA on assisted suicide life-saving work in the Middle mother of their five pre-teenage laywomen Christians who reject East and “humanitarian work children, said her Catholic faith WASHINGTON (CNS) — Two throughout the world.” The din- and Jesuit education inform and FERDINAND, Ind. (CNS) — When all refugees are Catholic organizations are calling ner marked the 25th anniversary inspire the scripts she co-writes Pope Francis called for “a more on physicians to urge the American of the foundation, established to for her husband’s comedy specials incisive female presence” in ‘hypocrites,’ pope says Medical Association to maintain support the work of the Vatican’s and his series on the TV Land the church in his 2013 apos- its current stance against phy- VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Meeting sician-assisted suicide. The call U.N. mission. cable network. She said the couple tolic exhortation, “The Joy of the a pilgrimage of Catholics and tries, “in our own imperfect way, Gospel,” women in the church from the Secretariat of Pro-Life Lutherans from Germany, Pope Activities of the U.S. Conference of to present a household of faith in took notice. And a handful of Francis said he does not like By laughing at one of the most culturally diverse women in southern Indiana Catholic Bishops and the National “the contradiction of those who Catholic Bioethics Center comes ourselves, we grow, places in our country.” The tele- took action. They began orga- want to defend Christianity in vision show is loosely based on nizing a conference focused on as the AMA’s Council on Ethical the West, and, on the other hand, and Judicial Affairs gathers infor- change for better, says their experiences working in the female leadership in the church are against refugees and other comedy field and raising children and brought it to fruition Oct. 7 mation to “outline the current religions. This is not something landscape” on physician-assisted actress-writer in a two-bedroom apartment in to 9. About 250 women and a I’ve read in books, but I see in New York. “The show invites its handful of men gathered for the suicide. Representatives of the NEW YORK (CNS) — Laughing at the newspapers and on television Catholic organizations are con- audience on a journey through “Women of the Church” confer- every day,” Pope Francis said. ourselves and being open to shar- familiar conflicts in faith, family cerned that this effort by the AMA ing our failures and flaws within ence at Monastery Immaculate Answering questions from young and career and attempts to bring Conception Church in Ferdinand. is a first step toward taking a and beyond the community of faith people in the group Oct. 13, the neutral stance on assisted suicide, the entire community together in The event was sponsored by the pope said, “the sickness or, you is a powerful means to dispel the showing ourselves as flawed char- thus opening the door to such myth that Catholics are ignorant Benedictine Sisters of Ferdinand can say the sin, that Jesus con- acters that must rebound with and St. Meinrad Seminary and a practice becoming more widely or judgmental or exclusive in any demns most is hypocrisy,” which accepted. The organizations are resilience from the hardships we School of Theology in St. Meinrad. is precisely what is happening way, actress Jeannie Gaffigan told all face in life,” Gaffigan said. urging physicians to address their an audience in New York Oct 14. While participants were interest- when someone claims to be a “When we laugh at ourselves, we ed in fostering female leadership concerns during the AMA’s inter- The comedy writer and producer of Christian but does not live accord- im meeting Nov. 12-15 in Orlando, can grow and change for the bet- in the church, the focus of the ing to the teaching of Christ. “You “The Jim Gaffigan Show” accepted ter,” she said. Fla. the inaugural Eloquentia Perfecta weekend steered clear of female cannot be a Christian without October 23, 2016 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 7 decisions in voting as well as Rejoice Women’s Catholic engagement in the civic Retreat order. The lecture will take place Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m. PLYMOUTH — Registration is on the campus of the University open for the Rejoice! Women’s Around the Diocese of Saint Francis, North Campus Retreat, which takes place Dec. Auditorium, 2702 Spring Street, 2-4 at Lindenwood Retreat and Fort Wayne. For additional infor- Conference Center, 9601 Union mation contact Angie Springer at Rd. This retreat is an invitation 260-399-7700 x8100 or aspring- to deepen daily prayer and open Interfaith remembrance of violence victims [email protected]. life more fully to the action of the Holy Spirit. The featured speaker is Debbie Herbeck, ALPHA for Catholics Catholic speaker, facilitator and Is your parish looking for ways author. Register online at www. to reach out to those outside the diocesefwsb.org/rejoice or call Jan Church or on the fringes of faith Torma at 574-291-3381. and lapsed Catholics? Does your parish want to build a stron- St. Jude Parish plans ger faith community? ALPHA is a program being used by thou- mission sands of Catholic parishes around the world as a primary tool of FORT WAYNE — St. Jude Parish evangelization and endorsed by will have a mission, “Founded on the USCCB. Father John Riccardo, Mercy,” with John Sehorn as pre- host of “Christ is the Answer” on senter, Oct. 23-25 from 7-8 p.m. Redeemer Radio brought ALPHA There will be a children’s program to his parish in Plymouth, Mich., for kindergarten throughgrade with the goal to lead as many five with childcare available and people in the parish as possible a reception each evening. into an encounter with Jesus and The mission is going to focus into deeper friendships with each on God’s gift of mercy, look at other. He says of ALPHA “hands mercy from a unique perspec- down, I have never seen any tive and explore the teachings program have as far reaching an of some of the Fathers of the impact as ALPHA.” Provided by Jason Moon Catholic faith. The “Fathers of To learn more an informa- the Church” is a term that nor- Holy Cross Associates held an interfaith service in remembrance of the innocent victims tional meeting hosted by the mally classifies the great teach- Office of Evangelization will be ers of the Catholic faith from of violence. The “Together for Peace” service was held at Holy Cross College and attended Wednesday, Nov. 9, from 6:30-8 the first seven centuries after by Catholics, other Christians, Jews and Muslims. A choir sang songs of peace and there p.m. at the St. John Paul II Center the Resurrection. Three Church in Mishawaka or on Wednesday, Fathers: St. Athanasius, St. were several readings on the subject. A letter of solidarity from Msgr. Walter Erbi of the Nov. 16, from 6:30–8 p.m. at the Augustine and St. Leo the Great Apostolic Nunciature of the United States was shared with everyone present. Archbishop Noll Center in Fort will be presented by John Sehorn, Wayne. For information, con- Ph.D., an expert in the theology tact Allison at 260-399-1452 or of the early Church who will help “The Scriptures are not just any [email protected]. to understand these great theo- Calligrapher to kick off text. Rather, through the Bible, we St. Vincent de Paul’s logians. St. John’s Bible exhibt come to encounter the Incarnate Word dwelling even now in the adopt-a-family work Shroud of Turin Redeemer Radio NOTRE DAME — Donald Jackson, Church,” said John Cavadini, seeks volunteers presentation offered a Welsh calligrapher and artistic McGrath-Cavadini Director of the fundraiser set director of the illuminated St. McGrath Institute for Church Life. SOUTH BEND — The annual GOSHEN — The St. John the Christmas Program of St. Vincent Evangelist welcoming committee FORT WAYNE — Redeemer Radio John’s Bible, will speak at the “The St. John’s Bible nourishes the University of Notre Dame on Oct. imagination of the modern world de Paul provides food and toys to sponsored a presentation on the will host a Fall Sharathon fund- hundreds of people in the com- Shroud of Turin on Sunday, Oct. raiser event Oct. 24-28. Redeemer 26 at 7 p.m. The lecture kicks off to see the Scriptures once again as “A Year with the St. John’s Bible,” an encounter with the person of munity. To adopt a family, visit 3. The presentation was given Radio is an area nonprofit dedi- www.svdpsb.org by December by Elkhart County resident Brian cated to nurturing individuals a series of lectures and interac- Jesus Christ.” tive events coinciding with an Students, faculty, staff and 5. Christmas program families in Cray, a parishioner at St. Mary of toward greater Catholic disciple- need of toys and food this holi- the Assumption, Bristol. ship. Live programming will be exhibition of the St. John’s Bible the public are welcome to attend Heritage Edition in the Hesburgh Jackson’s lecture. day season sign-ups will be held Cray spent years studying all available for 55 hours during the October 24-28 from 10 a.m. to 2 the research about the authentic- week as staff and guests from Library. For information contact The St. John’s Bible is a hand- Brett Robinson, Director of p.m., at 520 Crescent Ave. ity of the Shroud of Turin and area parishes, apostolates and had a life-size replica made so he ministries discuss how they evan- written text featuring more than Communications, McGrath 160 inspired images that illu- Institute for Church Life, 574- could better explain the different gelize and partner with Redeemer USF Catholic Political marks on the cloth. He pointed Radio in their work. National minate the deepest mysteries of 631-6109, [email protected]. God’s Word. Jackson collaborated Responsibilities lecture out the suffering Christ endured radio personality and Sharathon in His passion by means of what host Jerry Usher will be joined with Benedictine monks at St. John’s Abbey and University in Liturgical day held at FORT WAYNE — The St. Thomas is exhibited on the shroud. Cray’s in studio with new guests every More Society of Fort Wayne, in display also included replicas of hour. Collegeville, Minn., and numer- Our Lady of Guadalupe ous scribes and artists to produce partnership with the Department the crown of thorns and weapons Executive Director Cindy Black WARSAW — A Liturgical work- of Philosophy and Theology and used in the scourging, and a pic- commented, when asked about the seven-volume manuscript. During his lecture “Ancient shop day for proclaimers and the School of Liberal Arts and ture of the Sudarium of Oviedo, the importance of Sharathon: extraordinary Ministers of Holy Sciences at the University of believed to be the face cloth that “When you call in with a pledge Texts in a Modern World,” Jackson will explore the Bible’s sacred Communion was sponsored by Saint Francis, invite the public covered Christ’s face after his to our Sharathon, not only do you the Office for Hispanic Ministry at to a free public lecture, “Catholic crucifixion. keep local Catholic radio on the text and art and discuss the proj- ect’s history. The lecture will be Our Lady of Guadalupe, Warsaw, Political Responsibilities,” as part The 90-minute presentation air, you become an instrument on Saturday Oct. 8. of the 2016-17 USF Philosophy included time for questions and of the Holy Spirit to share God’s held in Andrews Auditorium in Geddes Hall. Approximately 140 partici- and Theology lecture series. The answers. infinite mercy and love with all of pants either began or renewed Most Reverend Kevin C. Rhoades, our listeners.” “A Year with the St. John’s Bible” is sponsored by the their commitment to ministry bishop of the Fort Wayne-South Redeemer Radio is primarily during the day of reflection. St. Bend diocese, will speak about funded by its listeners and will McGrath Institute for Church Life. The Heritage Edition, a Dominic, Bremen; St. Michael, the political responsibility of be taking donations during the Plymouth; St. John the Evangelist, Catholics, including the duty to on-air fundraiser, with the theme high-quality reproduction of the original manuscript, arrives in Goshen; St. Joseph, LaGrange; vote according to a well-formed of “Sharing His Mercy” in support St. Patrick, Ligonier; Our Lady conscience. He will speak about of the Jubilee Year of Mercy estab- January at the university where it will be displayed in the Hesburgh of Hungary, South Bend; St. faithful citizenship in light of lished by Pope Francis. Vincent, Elkhart; and Our Lady of the social doctrine of the Church, Pledges are taken by phone Library Department of Rare Books and Special Collections Guadalupe, Warsaw; were among highlighting Church teaching at 888-436-1450, online at www. the parishes represented. and principles for prudential RedeemerRadio.com/donate. until December. 8 TODAY’S CATHOLIC October 23, 2016 Grandparents/VIP Day at St. Joseph An Encounter with the Beloved: A Retreat for Married Couples n Encounter with the Beloved: A Retreat for An Encounter with the Beloved: AMarried Couples takes A Retreat for Married Couples place Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 5-6, at Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center in Donaldson. Nov. 5-6, 2016 Fred and Lisa Everett, co- directors of the Office of Family Life for the Diocese of Fort Featured Speakers: Wayne-South Bend, will facili- Fred and Lisa Everett tate the event. Married for 30 years, they will help the married couples reflect upon both their Provided by Libby Alberding, St. Joseph School relationship with each other and $195 per couple with God — where they’ve been, St. Joseph School in Decatur recently celebrated where they are now, and where meals included Grandparent/VIP Day during which students invited grand- the Lord is leading them to go. It will be a time to delight in their parents or another very important person to join them at relationships, heal from any Hosted by the Office of Family Life school. The morning started with Mass and special perfor- past disappointments and be Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend refreshed to continue anew. mances from the St. Joe Sensations and the middle school According to Fred, “Couples For more information and to register, visit www.lindenwood.org and click “programs/retreats” choir. The classrooms organized special activities that the often feel that they do not have Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center | P.O. Box 1, 9601 Union Rd., Donaldson, IN 46513 time to get away, students and grandparents/VIPs could do together, and the especially in a busy hallways and classrooms were filled to capacity. household with chil- Both are graduates of dren. Even so, it is the University of Notre especially important Dame, and are the par- for busy couples to ents of seven children Wygant Floral Co.inc. take time every five and grandparents to years or so to make 327 Lincolnway West - South Bend three. 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October 23, 2016 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 9 New chapel to be crowning jewel of USF campus

BY BONNIE ELBERSON A new, larger “Having the chapel come to the campus chapel students, faculty and staff on the east side of campus where they new free-standing chapel, is part of the spend the academic day will pres- “the crowning jewel of University of ent an invitation to all to spend the campus,” will soon be Saint Francis’ A some of that time with the Lord.” constructed at the University of Faith and Reason Sister Elise believes the Saint Francis, Fort Wayne, said Campaign. It possibilities are unlimited. “It Sister Elise Kriss, OSF, president. will serve as the remains to be seen what other “It has been a long time in com- emblem of the opportunities the new chapel will ing, and we hope that by this school’s Catholic open us up to in order to better time next year it will be close to serve our students and help us completion.” mission and live out another characteristic of “The free-standing chapel will, identity. a Catholic university, which is of course, be a more visible sign to bring ‘a Christian inspiration of the Catholic identity of the not only of individuals but of the University of Saint Francis,” she university community as such.’” continued. It will be located on (Ex corde Ecclesiae, #13) the campus’ east side, between One of the Franciscan values Pope John Paul Academic Center on which the University of Saint and Achatz Hall of Science. Francis is founded is to encour- When the city zoning board gives age a trustful, prayerful commu- its approval, the 7,000-square nity of learners. A new chapel as foot structure will tower 90 feet a beacon to its Catholic identity above ground level. Provided by the University of Saint Francis will surely exemplify that value. “Its size and location, with the cross at the top, will make it the highest point on the campus chapel, it is expected to draw and the center of campus life, students and staff to prayer. And said Sister Elise. “It will repre- with a newly instituted Sacred sent in a very visible way the Time from 11:30 a.m. to noon ‘dialogue between faith and rea- on weekdays when no classes son, so that it can be seen more or meetings are scheduled on profoundly how faith and reason campus, visits to the chapel are bear harmonious witness to the expected to increase. Daily Mass unity of all truth’” (Ex corde will be offered there at 11:30 Ecclesiae, #17). In fact, the fun- a.m. and Sunday Mass for stu- draising campaign for the chapel dents will be offered at 9 p.m. and the Achatz Hall expansion The current chapel located in is appropriately called the Faith Trinity Hall seats only 100 and and Reason Campaign. is filled to capacity, especially According to Dr. Matt Smith, on Sunday evenings, so a new vice-president of institutional chapel will be a blessing in many advancement, the original cam- ways. Additionally, the univer- pus plan included a free-standing sity will continue to originate the chapel; but that part of the plan Sunday morning televised Mass was never implemented. Now that for the broader Catholic com- project is finally underway and, munity, an important service to upon university board approval, those who are homebound and will begin next spring. The Faith unable to attend their parish and Reason Campaign hopes to church. “We are grateful to part- raise $22 million, with $4 mil- ner with the diocese for this,” lion slated for the chapel — the added Smith. “faith” portion of the campaign The president’s hope for the — and $18 million intended to future is that more Catholic stu- renovate and expand the Achatz dents will join the campus com- science building, the “reason” munity. “We are still primarily a portion of the campaign. commuter campus, with about “We are in the design and 350 resident students of our fundraising stage,” said Smith. total enrollment of 2,200 stu- Currently, two volunteer com- dents,” she pointed out. About mittees are hard at work on the 30 percent are Catholic, a general dual fundraising effort, and he reflection of the religious tradi- noted that “significant progress tions of the community at large. has been made.” In addition, “We are also a campus that has a chapel planning committee a great opportunity for evange- consisting of university and lization of all our students, no diocesan representatives, includ- matter their religious preference ing Sister Angela Mellady, OSF, or upbringing. The unmistakable Provincial of the Sisters of Saint presence of the new stand-alone Francis of Perpetual Adoration chapel will help us fulfill our in Mishawaka, is in discussion task as a Catholic university,” with Bill Heyer, liturgical archi- Sister Elise added. tect with Design Collaborative, Scott Opperman, director of on design details for the chapel. campus ministry, echoed her “This will allow us to do more sentiments. “Given the visibility for students in terms of their and location of the new chapel, spiritual direction,” said Smith. I also think more students and Sister Elise has high expecta- employees will participate in tions for the proposed 250-seat Mass during Sacred Time on chapel’s role in campus life as weekdays. We have already seen well. With its location on a path increases this year; it will greatly between two major academic increase with the new chapel.” buildings, and an attached ado- Sister Anita Holzmer, assis- ration chapel that will be open tant vice president for mission longer hours than the main integration, concurred with Opperman. 10 TODAY’S CATHOLIC October 23, 2016 Respect Life Fair at St. Anthony of Padua parish

t. Anthony of Padua Parish, hour of their time each month, Angola, held a Respect Life or they may make promotion of SFair on the weekend of Oct. a culture of life the focus of their 8-9. Members of the Human Life own life’s apostolate. The action and Dignity Group, along with a groups combined have over 50 representatives of Project Rachel members, and each group is and of the Indiana State Council asked to plan “doable” actions or of the Knights of Columbus, were events each year. Taken together, present. this produces several dozen pro- The purpose of the parish life events at the parish each year. Human Life and Dignity Group A big focus of parish efforts is to promote a culture of life is working with other groups within the community, in keeping in society. Different members with the U.S. Bishops’ Pastoral cooperate with the Compassion Plan for Pro-Life Activities: A Pregnancy Center in Angola, the Campaign in Support of Life. This Knights of Columbus, March for policy statement calls for a com- Life, the TLC women’s shelter, prehensive vision of human dig- Angola Community Anti-Violence nity and a consistent ethic of life, Alliance, Trine University’s anti- including at the parish level. rape program, Hoosier Interfaith Because the parishioners at Power and Light, Women’s Care St. Anthony’s want to focus on Center of Northeastern Indiana, action, not meetings, they have March for Life, Project Rachel, organized their into a series of Christ Child Society, Human Life “action groups” or workgroups. Action Center and more. Currently, they have eight action Twice a year, the parish’s groups: Human Life and Dignity Group • Action Against Abortion meets in a large assembly to • Action Against Pornography coordinate actions and discuss • Care of God’s Creation principles. Nurturing a culture of • Dignity of Women life is an important duty of each • Post Abortion Healing Catholic parish and every Catholic • Prayer and Liturgy individual. At St. Anthony of • Pregnancy Care Padua Parish in Angola and St. • Prevention of Substance Abuse Photo provided by Patti Webster Paul Chapel in Clear Lake, the Individual parishioners may St. Anthony of Padua parishioners, Angola, attend a Respect Life Fair Oct. 8-9. The parish has formed a group and a people respond to this call with become a part of as many or as comprehensive action plan, of which the fair is a component, to encourage actions large and small. few action groups as they choose. respect for life in the parish and the larger community. They may give as little as a half RESPECT LIFE “Each of us is the result of “Even the weakest and most vulnerable, a thought of God. the sick, the old, the unborn and the poor, Each of us is willed, each of us is loved, are masterpieces of God’s creation, each of us is necessary.” made in his own image, destined Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI Human Life to live forever, and deserving of is Precious the utmost reverence and respect.” God, author of all life, from Conception -Pope Francis bless, we pray, all unborn children; until Death St. Patrick Church give them constant protection and grant them a healthy birth ARCOLA that is the sign of our rebirth one day Always into the eternal rejoicing of heaven. Choose Life Adapted from the rite of blessing of a child in the womb

Christ the King Catholic Church St. Bavo Parish 52473 State Road 933 Mishawaka South Bend, Indiana 46637

Our parish is dedicated to The Mother of Our Saviour The Star of Hope The Comfort of the Afflicted “Caring for life from the beginning to the end. What a simple thing, what a beautiful thing. So, go forth and don’t be discouraged. Care for And the one chosen to guide us through life. It’s worth it.” the sorrows of life, including the agony ~ from a homily in 2005 by Cardinal Bergoglio (Pope Francis) brought about by abortion. celebrating Aug. 31 feast of St. Raymond Nonnatus, patron saint of expectant mothers, newborns Queen of Peace, be with us. Saint Mary Parish - Huntington  Saint Pius X Catholic Church ▪ Granger, Indiana ▪ stpius.net/respectlife October 23, 2016 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 11

Miriam’s Blessing Your private, independent, pro-­life family medicine practice Poor prenatal diagnoses focus of Opening August 2016! new diocesan ministry Call us for an BY ANDREW MENTOCK John the Evangelist in Goshen, appointment today! showed up to the scheduled ne of the most trying appointment, they refused to times a couple can go go through with the procedure. (260) 4-FAMILY through are the days, Their doctor protested. O “We were told, ‘You will suf- Dr. Andrew J. Mullally, MD weeks, and months that follow after receiving a poor prenatal fer. The baby won’t live,’” said www.credofamilymedicine.com diagnosis. The bad news can Gustavo. “‘Why would you want cause even the most joyous and to keep it? You will only have faithful couples to feel vulner- 20 minutes with your child at able and exposed. most.’” That’s why the Diocese of The couple stood by their Visit www.todayscatholicnews.org Fort Wayne-South Bend intro- decision, determined to do right duced a powerful new ministry by God and their child. last month called Miriam’s “For as long as God permits,” Blessing. The ministry’s mis- said Lupita, “we want to be with sion is to aid those who have our baby.” They decided to switch to a received a poor prenatal diag- Provided by Gustavo and Lupita Jimenez more supportive doctor at St. nosis throughout their more- Gustavo and Lupita Jimenez are difficult-than-usual journey as Joseph Hospital in Fort Wayne, shown with their daughter, Miriam, even though it increased the new parents. during her final hours. A new minis- “It’s so that they have the financial burden and they were emotional and spiritual support try is named for little Miriam, whose already struggling. RESPECT FOR LIFE that they need to carry their parents carried her to term against On Sept 5, 2014, Miriam was pregnancy to term,” said Lisa medical advice. born. They had plenty of time Everett, co-director of the Office to have their daughter baptized for Family Life for the diocese, and confirmed, as she lived for “and to cherish the time, howev- The ministry is based on the 40 hours. aring for er long or short, that they have national nonprofit program Be “We had time to kiss her and “C with their child.” Not Afraid. The name “Miriam’s hug her, and say goodbye,” said According to Everett, without Blessing” was chosen by the dio- Gustavo. “We loved our time life from the this support, about 80 percent of cese for the local version of the with her.” couples or single mothers who ministry, after hearing the inspir- Miriam continues to inspire beginning to are in this situation will termi- ing story of Gustavo and Lupita the couple. In addition to vol- nate the pregnancy. Tremendous Jimenez — a couple who has unteering their time as a peer the end. What pressure is imposed on them to volunteered their services as peer ministers, Lupita, with her hus- do so, especially ministers for the program. band’s support, has enrolled at a simple thing, by the medical A few years IPFW this fall to become a nurse. community. ago, the couple This way, she can provide medi- The catalyst received a poor cal care to others who receive a what a beautiful for the pro- “For as long as God prenatal diag- poor prenatal diagnosis. gram is Mary nosis while By naming the program after thing...So, go O’Callaghan, permits, pregnant with Miriam, it’s hoped that her life who reached their daugh- and her parents’ strength will be forth and don’t out to both ter, Miriam. an inspiration to others through- the Office of we want to be She had been out the diocese. Family Life and diagnosed with “When they shared their be discouraged. the Office of with our baby.” anencephaly, stories they talked about their Evangelization a cephalic dis- daughter Miriam, who has so Care for life. It’s in order to get order where an profoundly impacted the lives absence of the of her parents and family,” said the ministry LUPITA JIMENEZ worth it.” started in the brain, skull and Mary Glowaski, director of evan- diocese. scalp occurs gelization for the diocese. “Now, “From both during embry- she will continue to impact the my professional onic develop- lives of the families who will be ~Pope Francis background, ment. served by this ministry.” and personal experience as a In light of mother of a child with a disabili- the diagnosis, the couple’s doctor ty, I know that there is little sup- scheduled an induction for them port for carrying a child with a for the following week. difficult diagnosis such as Down “We spoke to my brother who syndrome or other condition to is a priest. He told us to go home term” said O’Callaghan, who has and research what an induc- a doctorate in developmental tion is,” said Gustavo. “After psychology from the University Googling it, we discovered that For more information regarding of Notre Dame. “On the other we were essentially scheduled to Miriam’s Blessing, please con- hand, I know that when given have an abortion.” tact Everett at lisaanneverett@ comprehensive support, most When Lupita and Gustavo’s sbcglobal.net or 574-234-0687; parents will choose life for their brother, Rev. Fernando Jimenez, or Glowaski at mglowaski@dio- children.” who is currently a priest at St. cesefwsb.org or 260-422-4611. 12 TODAY’S CATHOLIC October 23, 2016 Interfaith leaders call on president and Congress to reject biased religious liberty report LET US SAY

WASHINGTON — Archbishop Reconciling Non-Discrimination We believe in the equality of William E. Lori, Chairman of Principles with Civil Liberties, all Americans before the law, 'YES' TO LIFE the USCCB’s Ad Hoc Committee that stigmatizes tens of millions regardless of creed or commu- for Religious Liberty, and of religious Americans, their nity. But we are both determined Bishop Gregory J. Mansour of communities, and their faith- and unafraid to speak the truth AND 'NO' TO the Eparchy of Saint Maron of based institutions, and threatens about beliefs we have held for Brooklyn, joined leaders from the religious freedom of all our millennia. A robust and respect- diverse faiths in writing to citizens.” ful debate over ideas is not DEATH. President Barack Obama, Senate The letter continues: “We something harmful to be demon- President Pro Tempore Orrin understand that people of good ized. Rather, debate is good for Hatch, and House Speaker Paul faith can disagree about the our democracy, and should be with Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades National March MARCHfor FOR LIFE // JAN. 26-29TH Ryan Oct. 12, concerning a report relationship between religious encouraged. Slandering ideas at the National Shrine of the released last month by the U.S. liberty and antidiscrimination and arguments with which one Life in Washington,WWW.FWSBYM.COM/MARCH Immaculate FOR LIFE Conception, dinner Commission on Civil Rights. The laws in our country, and how disagrees as ‘racism’ or ‘pho- with participating seminarians, letter calls upon these political that relationship should best be bia’…only cheapens the meaning D.C. bus trip registration the March for Life and Mass at leaders “to renounce publicly the structured. … At the same time, of those words.” the Verizon Center. Overnight [report’s] claim that ‘religious we are one in demanding that no Signatories of the let- now open accommodations will be at host freedom’ and ‘religious liberty’ American citizen or institution ter include Muslim, Jewish, The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South parishes. The group will return are ‘code words’ or a ‘pretext’ for be labeled by their government Hindu, Baha’i, Mormon, African Bend has organized a bus trip the morning of Sunday, Jan. 29. various forms of discrimination.” as bigoted because of their reli- Methodist Episcopal, Southern for youth and their chaperones The cost to participate is $135 The President, Sen. Hatch, and gious views, and dismissed from Baptist, and Evangelical leaders to the annual March for Life, per student, $50 per chaperone. Rep. Ryan each appoint members the political life of our nation as well as leaders of non-reli- scheduled to take place Jan. 28 Financial aid is available by con- of the Commission. for holding those views. And yet gious organizations. in Washington, D.C. tacting Janice Martin, diocesan The interfaith leaders’ let- that is precisely what the Civil Busses will leave from Fort Office of Catechesis, at jmartin@ ter states, in part: “We wish to Rights Commission report does.” Wayne and South Bend, on the diocesefwsb.org or 260-422-4611 express our deep concern that The signatories went on to evening of Thursday, Jan. 26. ext. 3318. To register, and for the Commission has issued a state that “[e]ach of us opposes The full text of the letter is available In Washington D.C., the group’s further information, go to www. report, Peaceful Coexistence: hateful rhetoric and actions. at: www.usccb.org activities will include Mass fwsbym.com/marchforlife.

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“Caring for life from the beginning to the end. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton What a simple thing, what a beautiful thing.. Partners in the work of the Spirit FORT WAYNE Donaldson, Indiana So, go forth and don’t be discouraged. www.poorhandmaids.org • facebook.poorhandmaids.org Care for life. It’s worth it.” October 23, 2016 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 13 Statement from Cardinal Dolan on Respect Life Month Since 1973, over 58 million babies have died by abortion. It’s time to stop the violence! ‘Moved by Mercy’ Pray to end abortion... and begin emotional Respect Life Month and spiritual healing. St. Mary of the Assumption October 2016 My dear friends in Christ: DECATUR This summer, I traveled to Poland for World Youth Day, where millions of young and St. Joseph School Catholics gathered. A theme chosen by Pope Francis that I addressed in a talk I gave to young people was, “Now is the time for mercy.” It’s timely, isn’t it? Yet, as in a story I shared about Pope Saint John Paul II, it’s also timeless. For years, Poland had been oppressed, with no freedom of religion. Human rights had been trampled, and the sacredness of human life violated. Then Pope John Paul II visited in 1979 with a message that changed the world. He spoke about God, about faith, about human It was you who created dignity, truth and the sacredness of human life. He spoke about Jesus and the Church. And what do you think happened? Over a million people responded, chanting over My inmost self; and put and over, “We want God! We want God!” Mikhail Gorbachev said it was Pope John Paul II’s nine-day visit that led to the fall of communism. After my talk concluded, Me together in my history repeated itself. Youth from all over the world chanted, “We want God! We Mother’s womb; for all want God!” The Lord was moving hearts with his mercy. God offers his gift of mercy to each and every one of us, no matter what. But we have to decide to receive that These mysteries I thank you, gift—whether or not to turn away from sin and turn, instead, toward him. We have to decide whether we want God. The theme of the 2016-17 Respect Life Program is For the wonder of myself, for “Moved by Mercy” (usccb.org/respectlife). When we let our hearts be moved by God’s The wonder of your works. mercy, it shapes everything. As Pope Francis said, “We are called to show mercy Psalm 139, 13-14 because mercy has first been shown to us” (Misericordiae Vultus). God made each of us in his own image and likeness. He desires to be united with us forever in a loving relationship. God loves us, treats us with respect and asks us to do the same with Corpus Christi Catholic Community others. Every person is sacred and must be treated with the dignity they deserve. No SOUTH BEND one should ever be treated callously or carelessly — everyone should be cherished and protected! From each tiny child waiting to be born, to individuals nearing death, all are precious and deserve our care and protection. Women and men suffering after abortion, individuals tempted to end their lives, couples longing to conceive a child, people pushed to the margins of society by a “throwaway culture,” expectant mothers facing challenging pregnancies, and every other person — each “has a place in God’s heart from all eternity” (Amoris Laetitia, 168). Let’s ask God to make us channels of his loving mercy: Lord, help us to receive your mercy and turn to you each moment. And please guide us in extending your mercy to others today. Now is the time for mercy.

Sincerely yours in Christ, Timothy Cardinal Dolan Chairman, USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities

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Provided by Christopher J. Godfrey Members of the Northern Indiana Area of the Order of Malta represented the order’s annual Lourdes pilgrimage at Tanglewood Trace Assisted Living Center and Golden Living Center-Fountainview in Mishawaka in early October. Residents and family members washed in Lourdes water brought from France and received the anointing of the sick from Holy Cross Provided by Donna Dragan priests Father Richard Laurick, Father Edward Krauss and The grotto at St. Elizabeth Church Ann Seton, Fort Wayne, is a memorial dedicated Father Peter Rocca during a Mass and rosary. to prayers to end abortion. Each cross represents 1 million of the unborn babies killed since 1973. There are 60 crosses.

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BY THERESA THOMAS orderly way when she was faced parts about “From Grief to with the biggest grief of her life. Grace” are the little insights Ewing’s transformation after Ewing sprinkles about the chap- hat I expected from grappling with her greatest grief ters. For example, she writes: Jeannie Ewing’s new is inspiring, and will undoubt- “…Do we ponder our life’s Wbook, “From Grief to edly help those who seek to find end? At times, during prayer, Grace,” was either a simple meaning in life’s tragedies and this thought can put into per- accounting of her personal suf- sorrows. spective the ways in which we fering or a “how to” handbook After a foreword by Rev. utilize the brevity of time we on dealing with grief. Instead I Stephen A. Thompson, Ewing have been allotted, how we have found an expertly woven sub- offers a brief prologue intro- prioritized our relationships and stantive offering that was simul- ducing herself and explaining whether we are truly living what taneously thought-provoking her own background, then we claim to believe as Catholics. and helpful, even to a casual dives right in with five meaty This is not a morose preoccupa- reader. I started reading “From chapters: The Complexity of tion with death, but is a point Grief to Grace” on a plane ride Human Suffering, Examples of for personal reflection, and often, and found I couldn’t put it down. Life Events That Can Trigger growth…” Before I knew it, the plane had Grief, The Grace of Redemptive My favorite chapter was “The landed and I was feeling edified Suffering, The Message of Grace of Redemptive Suffering.” and inspired from having spent Divine Mercy, and Courage and In it, Ewing offers six spiritual my time in the pages of this Conviction: Finding Meaning in principles that will aid the reader book. Let me share with you a Our Losses. in navigating grief: humility, little about what I found. She offers three appendices abandonment to divine provi- Jeannie Ewing’s family strug- for the reader to explore the topic dence, holy indifference, (under- gled with bipolar disorder and of grief from different angles: standing) the dark night, (hav- depression. But it was when her a man’s perspective (her hus- ing) confidence in God’s timing, daughter Sarah was born with a band’s), meditations on some and (comprehending) the wound rare genetic disorder that caused sorrowful devotions and teach- of the heart. These principles her bones to fuse together pre- ings of our Catholic faith, and a are explained in detail and with maturely that Ewing was thrust commentary on issues pertaining examples to which the reader into the deepest throes of grief to the end of life and the will to can easily relate. and sorrow. She struggled to live. In all, “From Grief to Grace” is accept the reality that her child This book is comprehen- a book that will cause readers to could die at any moment, or live sive, and honest, in some think deeply and challenge them- with great struggles and suffer- places downright raw. “…Shame selves to surrender to God’s will ing herself. This caused Ewing became an uninvited guest, as I even in the worst of suffering. As to question herself, her life, and was faced with the reality that Ewing writes, “Grief is the cata- God. I wanted to hide Sarah from lyst that ignites the spark of zeal The result of Ewing’s struggle the world so that people would in our hearts and sets ablaze is a beautiful and honest look not whisper and stare at us…” the yearning, that pining to love at the meaning of deep sorrow that is refreshing for a serious God…” This book is a treasure and how it can lead to grace. reader hoping to find frankness for those who grapple with grief. Early on in the book, Ewing in truth. In other places the book They will find renewed hope and explains to her readers the five is sublime and inspiring, such or when she explains how holy each moment of anxiety or a inspiration waiting for them in stages of grief, then shares how as when Ewing offers quotes indifference is a way in which prolonged instance of suffering. its pages. these stages did not appear in an from the saints about suffering, we can learn how to surrender Probably some of the best God’s logic is far more just than that of man

origins, and therefore human supremely just. God could be Second, the reading echoes is almighty and truly wise. God reasoning was elevated almost nothing else than be perfectly what already has been said in alone is the model of perfection. THE to the status of the divine, the just. the first reading: that God is per- God alone provides the only authors of this literature sought The Second Epistle to Timothy fectly just. reward. God is everything. SUNDAY to persuade audiences that the provides the second reading. Human nature blurs our Humility is an essential Hebrew religion in itself was the Timothy was one of Paul’s dis- vision. We may see in our good Christian virtue. It is not a denial GOSPEL summit of human logic. ciples. Paul taught him the deep words more than they are. To of who and what we are. Rather, Even with this overall pattern, meaning of the Gospel and guid- be truly good, they must spring it expresses the deepest insight MSGR. OWEN F. CAMPION each of the Wisdom books was ed him in the process of spiritual from a humble faith, prompted of who and what we are. It sees composed in its own time and in development. Paul also ordained by the knowledge that we are us as we are, but its very frank- the face of its own circumstanc- him a bishop. good only because God guides us ness unsettles us so often. 30th Sunday in es. Thus, it is important always In this reading, Paul encour- and strengthens us. to know the context in which a ages Timothy to be true to the Anyone who seeks an end Ordinary Time book was written, despite the Lord. The great apostle offers other than God, as the Pharisee Luke 18:9-14 fact that a similar purpose was himself as an example. He has sought other ends in the story the driving force and paganism been imprisoned and mistreated told by Luke, chase after phan- he Book of Sirach, one of was the common concern. for Christ. His way has been toms. The humble man in the those books classified by The Book of Sirach was com- rocky and uphill; however, he Gospel story was truly wise. His READINGS Tscholars collectively as the posed when, in the minds of always has remained loyal. wisdom caused him to be hum- Sunday: Sir 35:12-14, 16-18 Ps 34:2-3, Wisdom Literature, provides this most people living around the St. Luke’s Gospel supplies ble. He received the reward. He 17-19, 23 2 Tm 4:6-8, 16-18 Lk 18:9-14 weekend’s first Scriptural read- Jews, Greek mythology was the the final reading. Jesus presents succeeded. He achieved. Monday: Eph 4:32—5:8 Ps 1:1-4, 6 Lk ing. accepted way of thought. This the smug and boastful as being The Wisdom Literature began mythology presented gods and without God’s favor. By contrast, 13:10-17 when devout Jews and conscien- goddesses who, on occasion, a humble and unassuming man Reflection Tuesday: Eph 5:21-33 Eph 5:2A, tious Jewish parents realized were selfish, petty and outright is the model of true devotion. The Book of Sirach suggests 25-32 Ps 128:1-5 Lk 13:18-21 that, in the midst of the pagan cruel; powerful, certainly, but The reading makes two an age and a condition very long Wednesday: Eph 6:1-9 Ps 145:10-14 societies to which they had hardly endearing. points. First, it teaches that ago, but in reality quite similar Lk 13:22-30 emigrated, they needed better By contrast, Sirach offers a those who have heartfelt love for to circumstances met in life Thursday: Eph 6:10-20 Ps 144:1b, 2, to convince their children of the picture of the God of Hebrew rev- God will endure. Gaudy, outward today or in any day. Humans 9-10 Lk 13:31-35 worth of the ancient Hebrew elation as far above the tawdry appearances mean nothing. Good always exaggerate their ability. It Friday: Eph 2;19-22 Ps 19:2-5 Lk 6:12-16 religion. shortcomings and schemes of works are to be praised, but good is a byproduct of original sin. Saturday: Phil 1:18b-26 Ps 42:2-3, Since the paganism amid humans. works must rise from sincere Despite these exaggerations, 5cdef Lk 14:1, 7-11 which they lived had Greek God did not bargain. He is faith and love. the fact remains that God alone 16 COMMENTARY October 23, 2016

Leaving our values at the door SCRIPTURE SEARCH® of the strip club Gospel for October 23, 2016 Luke 18:9-14 was recently talking to a ed. A second phone call to the Massachusetts family with staff supervisor resulted in the MAKING Following is a word search based on the Gospel Ia 21-year-old son on the same song and dance: the group reading for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle autism spectrum. Because of the home had no choice but to cater SENSE OF C: two ways people might pray. The words can be Asperger syndrome and obses- to his wishes; he was within found in all directions in the puzzle. sive-compulsive disorder that his legal rights now that he was BIOETHICS have affected him since child- 21; they would drive others at PARABLE RIGHTEOUS TWO MEN hood, he is only about 13 or 14 the home to the strip club, etc. WENT UP TEMPLE PRAY in his understanding and behav- Finally, the grandmother called FATHER TAD PACHOLCZYK PHARISEE OTHER TAX COLLECTOR iors. Jimmy (not his real name) the Massachusetts Department I THANK YOU I AM NOT LIKE I FAST has been in and out of mental of Developmental Services, which Probably the most striking TWICE A WEEK HEAVEN institutions and recently had had contracted with the company element of a case like Jimmy’s is to be placed into a group home running the group home, and BEAT BREAST TO ME the remarkably well-honed abil- SINNER TELL YOU EXALTED because his single Mom could no spoke to the woman in charge ity of some who serve in posi- longer manage him at home. of Jimmy’s case. She noted that tions of authority and leadership Jimmy came from a good fam- Jimmy was not only within — while professing to be “good” PRAYING AT THE TEMPLE ily, conscientious and Catholic, his legal rights, but it was, or even “religious” people — to raised in a clean environment she asserted, a matter of basic jettison their values and beliefs by his mother and grandmother, human rights to allow him go to the moment they are called upon I THANKYOUERT who hoped to see him cared for the strip club. His grandmother to stand up and defend what is PARABLEMOTHA in a protected and secure setting replied it would be a failure to right. HRMDEXALTEDX at the group home. Soon they care for persons with mental dis- Because individuals like saw, however, that there were abilities if caretakers facilitated Jimmy are consistently unable AJANAP I FASTC issues. The residents had unlim- sexually addictive practices, to make good decisions on their RBKYOUGVJOEO ited TV access in their private which such persons were prone own behalf, it goes without say- rooms, there seemed to be high to engage in anyway — often ing that they require a guardian I R I GHTEOUSL L worker turnover and some of struggling with self-control and to attend to their interests and SEANANLWKTLL the tattooed staff were not only masturbatory behaviors — and protect them. Yet legal guard- heavy smokers, but used foul this might set them up for a ians like Jimmy’s grandmother EAJOEEP I NHYE language. trip back to the mental hospital. are finding themselves in the E S DMOWM J K OO C Things took an unexpected When she continued to protest unenviable position of being turn as Jimmy prepared to cel- that visiting such a club was ignored on certain issues by DTOOTHEREEUT ebrate his 21st birthday. Others not a good or moral activity, the those entrusted with the care AWE E K T TW I C EO at the group home started push- official replied, “Well, if you’re of institutionalized residents, ing him to visit the strip club in concerned about values, I leave apparently determined to bypass TAEBCCS I NNER a nearby town, now that he was my values at the door every time the guardian’s will whenever © 2016 Tri-C-A Publications www.tri-c-a-publications.com “going to be an adult.” Always I go to work in order to get my specific sexual agendas or views guileless, and never hesitant to job done.” about “rights” need to be duly talk openly about whatever was Cases like Jimmy’s serve as a imposed. Good parents never October 23 48 Crusader war site going on around him, Jimmy disappointing reminder of how drive their children to strip clubs, he and 30, 2016 49 Descendant blurted out to his grandmother low the bar has come to be set in and neither should any institu- 50 Ship initials that the group home staff were certain segments of our society. tion entrusted with a protective 51 Rise up going to drive him the next The misappropriation of public parental role. On the contrary, CrossWord 52 Explosive weekend to the Foxy Lady Club. tax money by state agencies to 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 such institutions should erect T A series of phone calls ensued. subsidize damaging behaviors in DOWN appropriate boundaries and lim- 11 12 13 When the grandmother spoke a vulnerable patient population its on harmful behaviors so their 1 Christmas time with a staff member at the home, is also regrettable and funda- 14 15 16 2 Halo residents can grow and flourish, 3 Speak to God she was informed there was mentally unjust. The family’s contribute positively to society 17 18 19 nothing she could do to prevent struggles further highlight an 4 Where God is and perhaps one day become 20 21 5 Type of key, wrench it, that the group home routinely astonishing cultural misunder- good and mature moral agents offered transportation to the strip standing around the idea of 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 6 Russia union themselves. 7 Popular papal name club not only for their residents, “human rights.” To suggest that 29 30 31 but for residents of the other the activity of leering lecherously 8 Paul fought or ___ 32 33 34 9 Wildcat group homes run by the same at the bodies of naked women is 35 36 37 10 Abide company in nearby towns. The a “basic human right” is itself a Father Tadeusz Pacholczyk, Ph.D. 13 Peep staff member said that Jimmy profound perversion, and repre- serves as the director of educa- 38 39 40 41 42 43 18 Bad sign was now 21 and the group home sents a lamentable instance of tion at The National Catholic 44 45 46 19 Pirate drink had to let him do what he want- outright moral bankruptcy. Bioethics Center in Philadelphia. 47 48 49 21 Moses __ the people 22 Expression of 50 51 52 surprise

© 2016 www.tri-c-a-publications.com 23 Peat Saint of the Week 24 Treats irreverently Based on these readings: 2Tim 4:6-8, 16-18; Lk 18: 25 Contagious disease John of Capistrano 9-14 and 2Thes 1:11-2:2; Lk 19:1-10 27 To be in debt This Italian studied law in Perugia, where he married the 28 Finale ACROSS 25 Feminine (abbr.) 30 We believe in ___ daughter of a leading family and became governor of the city 1 Doze 26 Foot digit God in 1412. Imprisoned during a civil war, he had a vision of St. 4 Drag 29 French ___, reed 31 Trigonometric Francis, followed by a spiritual conversion. Dispensed from his 8 Hertz' old name 30 1st Testament title function marriage vows, John joined the Friars Minor in 1416 and was 11 ___ Father 31 Stitched 33 Glorified ___ ordained four years later. Going barefoot and wearing a hair 12 Otherwise 32 Hubbub 34 Tax collector felt he 33 African antelope shirt, he became a great preacher, worked diligently to reform 13 Mope was one 34 Two-__ (duplicitous) 36 ___ of Judah the Franciscan orders, served as the friars’ vicar general and 14 Time period 15 As well as 35 Ice sheet 37 __ cotta (clay) was named papal legate in a number of places in Europe and 16 Saint of Lesum 37 Can metal 38 Type of cheese Palestine. He also led a wing of the Christian army in a victory 17 Airport stop 38 Weave hair 39 Removes against the Turks who besieged Belgrade in 1456. John is the 19 Zacchaeus offered 40 Went back on promise 40 Paul ran a good one patron of jurists and military chaplains. to do 44 __type, print machine 41 Essence 20 Apostles were 12 __ 45 Advise 42 Economics abbr. 21 Evangelist 46 Frozen water 43 Nick 1386-1456 22 Quaking tree 47 Adam & Eve's home 45 Battle of nations Feast: October 23

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CYO GRADE SCHOOL POST-SEASON VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT In the Green League (seventh-grade girls) The St. Joseph, Decatur Commodores defeated the St. Elizabeth Pioneers in the championship match 25-24, 25-18. In the Blue League (seventh- and eighth-grade girls, smaller schools) the St. Joseph Hessen Cassel Squires defeated the St. Rose/St. Louis Twins in the championship match 25-14, 25-23. In the White League (eighth-grade girls, larger schools): The St. Vincent Panthers defeated the St. Joseph Decatur Sports Commodores in the championship match 25-18, 25-17. Leaders dominate in CYO St. Charles Cardinals: 26 wins and counting

BY RON BUSCH es, and on a 4th and 15 Panther BY RON BUSCH Carson Podschlne intercepted and FORT WAYNE — On Oct. 9, St. ran the ball in for a touchdown, Vincent improved its record to only to be called back by a St. FORT WAYNE — On Oct. 16 the 4-1 with a 34- 6 victory over the Vincent penalty. The Panthers string of good weather Sundays improving Knights. found themselves on the Knights’ came to an end; but no mat- Due to an injury, the Knights 39-yard line. ter the weather, the St. Charles started first-time quarterback The Knights put up a good Cardinals would not be denied in Brody Glenn. The Knights held defensive stand, getting the their string of 26 football victo- fast in the first quarter and kept ball back with little time left. ries. It was cool and damp, with St. Vincent out of the end zone, On a 3rd and 16, St. Vincent’s a driving rain at times, but noth- in spite of some stellar play Carson Podschlne again came ing seemed to phase St. Charles that included a 25-yard pass by through with an interception, in its search for the regular sea- St. Vincent quarterback Carson and this time, a St. Vincent son title. Podschlne to Andrew Leeper to score. The points-after kick was Fans found shelter in the end first quarter action. The first good, and with 2:23 left to play University of Saint Francis’ quarter was scoreless. the Panthers held a hefty 26-0 covered, south-end bleachers St. Vincent continued to build lead. Immediately following on as the game began with a St. on Leeper’s catch. The Panthers the kickoff return the Knights Vincent kickoff at 12:30 p.m. St. attempted a 29-yard pass to the executed a reverse to Anthony Vincent entered the contest with end zone, but it was incomplete. Ventruella, who raced for the end a 4-1 record and the only sev- Eager to follow up with good zone and a score. The points- enth- and eighth-grade Catholic offense, the Panthers turned after kick missed the mark, and Youth Organization team with a to their ground game. Luke the Knights were down 26-6. chance to bring down the mighty Woenker scored on a 9-yard The St. Vincent Panthers Cardinals. St. Charles’ record touchdown run. The points-after were not done, however: Adam stood at 5-0: A St. Vincent victo- kick was off line, giving St. Dumford executed a touchdown ry could bring tie records of 5-1 Vincent a 6-0 lead. run and the final was 34-6 St. at the top of the conference. Third quarter action was dom- Vincent. St. Vincent’s expectations During 2 p.m. game action, were high as they lined up for Photo by John Martin inated by another Luke Woenker St. Charles Cardinal Amir Drew makes a long run to score a touchdown rushing score on a 1st and goal St. Charles continued its winning the kickoff. The Cardinals’ Amir ways and added to its consecutive Drew took the opening kickoff at against the St. Vincent Panthers in the fourth quarter on Oct. 16, at the run from just 5 yards out. An University of Saint Francis. The Cardinals were victorious 30-0 in the rain- errant points-after kick left St. win streak. Central Catholic fell his own 32-yard line and imme- Vincent with a 12-0 lead after victim to the St. Charles attack diately dashed down the field for soaked contest. three quarters of action. in a 46-0 impressive Cardinals a 68-yard touchdown. St. Charles Down just 12-0, the Knights win. Less than one minute into had taken the momentum, and time score; but the St. Charles to go, running the score to 30-0 were unable to stem the tide. Ben the contest Sam Pesa had a pick- also “the wind out of the St. defense was once again strong and sealing the victory for St. Simcox punched in a 1st and 6 interception that started the Vincent sails”. The extra-points as well, having allowing one Charles, which again proved its goal run from the 2-yard line. onslaught. Cardinal touchdowns kick was good: So with barely touchdown all year. dominance in the CYO football The extra-points kick failed, and were made by Devon Tippmann; 15 seconds off the clock the The game seemed to be league. St. Charles finishes the St. Vincent appeared to be pull- Kaden Espy; Sam Pesa and Elliott scoreboard read St. Charles 8, St. a tale of two halves, as St. regular season with a perfect 6-0 ing away at 18-0. The Knights Cornewell, who had an18-yard Vincent 0. Charles found another gear and record and positions itself as the responded at 1st and 10. An touchdown run. Quarterback It should be noted that the unleashed some offense. With upcoming tournament favorite. unsuccessful running play was Brenden Lytle had 6 passes for Panthers started this game exactly five minutes to go in the During 2 p.m. action, the 1-4 followed by two incomplete pass- 137 yards with a touchdown. without solid performer Luke third quarter, St. Charles’ quar- Central Catholic Irish tried to Woenker, which may be why the terback Brenden Lytle passed to repeat a victory over the winless early kickoff run proved to be Devon Tippmann in a 1st and CYO Knights. This was a rematch the only score of the entire first goal situation. This time the of the week three showdown in You are invited to the half. Both teams were successful extra-points kick failed, and the which CC showed solid play in in defensive stands, reinforcing Panthers fell behind 14-0. That a 12-7 victory over the Knights. All Souls Day Mass the importance of the game and was the score on the board as Star performer in this game was their desires to hold the opposi- fourth quarter action began. A the Knights’ Anthony Ventruella, tion offense in check. But the St. Charles kick at the end of the who had two touchdown runs football proved to be a little slip- third quarter pinned St. Vincent early in the second and fourth pery under the wet conditions, at its own 3-yard line, with little quarters, including a fourth and both teams had fumbles. St. breathing room. quarter scamper of 50 yards. The Charles fumbled near the end of As the fourth quarter resumed 14-0 final score gave the Knights the first quarter and the ball was Devon Tippmann again made their first victory of the season recovered by St. Vincent, and the a stellar play by tackling a and included some improved teams exchanged fumbles and Panther in the end zone, forcing performance at both ends of the recoveries near the end of the a safety and kicking the score field. The Knights were espe- up to 16-0. The Cardinals had cially impressive, with a good In the Resurrection Mausoleum Chapel second quarter as well. Any expectation that the wet grabbed the momentum. Two drive in the late first quarter and of the Catholic Cemetery of Fort Wayne conditions might prevent the more touchdowns in the fourth early second period of action. 3500 Lake Avenue pass attack proved to be false, and what started as a nail-biter Regular season won-loss records Wednesday, November 2, 2016 - Noon as both teams made use of the became another “W” for the for the four CYO teams places St. air strike in moving the ball. St. mighty Cardinals. Fourth quar- Charles on top at 6-0, St. Vincent Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades, Celebrant Charles even appeared to score ter scores came at 3:47 to go, at 4-2, and Central Catholic on a 60-yard pass play in the with a Devon Tippmann running and the Knights both at 1-5. The Mass may be held outside at the Catholic late second quarter, only to have touchdown; an extra-points kick Tournament action begins next Cemetery Altar if weather permits. For your the long play brought back on a made it 24-0. Amir Drew joined week at the University of Saint comfort we ask that you bring a jacket. penalty. The St. Vincent defense the scoring column on a 61-yard Francis. held St. Charles to an 8-0 half- running touchdown with 1:54 18 TODAY’S CATHOLIC October 23, 2016 Tournament opener favors Mishawaka Catholic

BY JOE KOZINSKI quarterback Quentin Nellist field would not deter the Scarlet- placed the ball in the bellies of clad squad, as it used a combina- his go-to backs Zack Bryan and tion of pitches, handoffs, passes gloomy mist covered Xander Marien, promptly march- and sneaks from their quarter- Father Bly Field at St. ing 48 yards down the field until back and team leader Breydon AJoseph High School as the the ball rested at the 3-yard line. Zielinski, who orchestrated a Inter-City Catholic League kicked With the Cardinals back on 13-play drive. On the receiving off its end-of-season tournament their heels, Bryan scampered end of Zielinski’s opus were on Sunday, Oct. 16. the last three yards to pay dirt, Zachary Lannoo, Jack Duddleson The Mishawaka Catholic giving the Saints the first blem- and a newfound diamond in the Saints — short on experience ish on the scoreboard between rough, Connor Litka. — and their foe, the Westside the two teams in more than 35 The heroic drive was stopped Catholic Cardinals — lacking minutes of play, Alek Markley’s short of the goal line as a cru- numbers — both had tumultu- kick was true, making the mar- cial penalty was followed by the ous regular seasons and were gin 8-0. Saint defense battling over the hoping all of the long practices The Cardinals did not have ball. Would-be receiver Lannoo would pay dividends in the play- the luxury of good field position squeezed the pigskin at the end offs. Photo by Ray Derucki as they started their opening zone on a 4th and 15 play. The Saints would have the Mishawaka Catholic’s Michael Murphy punches the ball out of Cardinal receiv- drive in the shadows of the goal The long field would now be opportunity to strike first, as er Zachary Lannoo’s grasp. posts at the 23. But the long in the Saints to-do list; however, huge chucks of yards were eaten up by the likes of Nellist, Marien and Bryan, and the 11-play drive culminated in Marien falling into 2016 Fall the end zone from the 5, making the score 14-0. The Saints would get one SHARATHON more break before the half, as Zielinski’s errant pitch bounced 95.7 FM-Michiana on the turf and was gobbled up by Dylan Welty, giving them the 106.3 FM- NE Indiana ball at the 39 with just a minute left. After a run by Bryan, Nellist found tight end Will Christianson for a 19-yard touchdown. The kicker, Markley banged the ball through the uprights, making the Monday, Oct. 24 Tuesday, Oct. 25 Wednesday, Oct. 26 Thursday, Oct. 27 Friday, Oct. 28 score 22-0 going into the inter- mission. Women’s Care Center St. Stanislaus St. Jude Women’s Care Center Franciscan 8:00 am Both defenses would stiffen South Bend South Bend South Bend Fort Wayne Center in the third quarter. The Saints and the Cardinals were unable to St. Vincent de Paul St. Anthony de Padua Serra Club Bishop Dwenger University of 9:00 am pierce the goal line, leaving one St. Thomas the Apostle Elkhart South Bend South Bend High School St. Francis quarter for Westside to advance. Elkhart The Cardinals regrouped and Christ the King St. Bavo St. Thomas the Apostle Tippmann Hour St. Joseph—Brooklyn found big yards in their combi- 10:00 am South Bend Mishawaka Elkhart Double Your Dollar Fort Wayne nation of Zielinski’s precision passing and running. But on a St. Hedwig counter from 8 yards out, Litka St. Monica Sacred Heart Bishop Luers Our Lady of Good Hope 11:00 am & St. Patrick was able to finish the deal, mak- Mishawaka Notre Dame High School Fort Wayne South Bend ing the score 22-6. The Cardinals would make Holy Family St. Therese Little Flower St. Robert Bellarmine St. Vincent de Paul two more late runs at the Saints, Noon & St. John the Baptist Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades South Bend North Manchester Fort Wayne only to fall a little short and give South Bend Mishawaka Catholic a much- needed win and a place in next St. Matthew Cathedral St. John the Evangelist St. John the Baptist St. Aloysius St. Jude 1:00 pm week’s round of four. South Bend Goshen New Haven Yoder Fort Wayne “I just want to compliment Coach Tony Violi for being a St. Joseph— Cathedral of the Our Lady of Hungary St. Joseph County Most Precious Blood class act in how he plays the 2:00 pm Hessen Cassel Immaculate Conception South Bend Right to Life Fort Wayne game and develops his kids,” Fort Wayne Fort Wayne remarked Cardinal Coach Giles Horban. “I thought we played Catholic Sisters of St. Francis of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Immaculate Conception St. Charles Borromeo tremendous for a team of 14; 3:00 pm Medical Guild Perpetual Adoration Fort Wayne Auburn Fort Wayne they played together, handled South Bend adversity, played smart and, St. Adalbert most importantly, matured dur- Marian St. Louis Besancon St. John the Baptist St. Peter 4:00 pm & St. Casimir ing the season. I’m very proud of High School New Haven Fort Wayne Fort Wayne them.” South Bend “Westside was well-coached, St. Mary of the but they had some difficulties Corpus Christi St. Anthony of Padua 5:00 pm TBA Franciscan Friars Minor Assumption with numbers today,” explained South Bend Angola Decatur Violi. “Three things really excited me about our squad today; the Rekindle The Fire The Knights St. Henry Rekindle The Fire defense played great, Bryan 6:00 pm High School Sports Michiana Area of Columbus Fort Wayne NE Indiana Area developed into the solid back we knew he could be and the offen- sive line of Christianson, Jayden Semak, Andrew Geiger, Setefano How to Redeemer Radio is a listener supported, lay Sete, Hunter Stevens and Cole Donate apostolate. We serve the Bishop, but we are not Wojciechowski performed out- financially supported by the Diocese. Sharathon helps standing.” us raise operating expenses so we can continue to The entire schedule can be 95.7 FM: 844-320-4296 4618 E. 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For additional listings of that event, please call Fort Wayne Joshua Keating Alice Mrozinski, 92, our advertising sales staff at 260-456-2824 to purchase space. Anita Mae Frame, Ackerley, 11, St. Hedwig 76, Cathedral of Queen of Peace Richard Nemes, 84, the Immaculate James R. Cocquyt, Sr., St. John the Baptist Conception St. Mary’s Soup Kitchen ministries Knights host Sunday breakfast is $8 per person. Cards of your 75, St. Bavo Gertrude S. Fodroczi, and Ave Maria House benefit at Most Precious Blood choice, men and women both Tue Tran, 67, St. Patrick FORT WAYNE — A dance will FORT WAYNE — The Knights welcome. Attendance and table New Haven 95, St. Paul Chapel be held on Saturday, Oct. 29, Council No. 11043 will be serv- prizes will be awarded. Emily C. Weimer, 34, Eleanor M. Van Horn, Submit obituaries to from 7:30-10:30 p.m. at St. ing a breakfast Sunday, Oct. 23, St. Vincent de Paul 90, St. Louis Besancon [email protected] Mary Mother of God Catholic from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Diocesan seminarian benefit planned Church, 1101 S. Lafayette St. Queen of Angels Activities Center, SOUTH BEND — A buffet-style Music will be provided by Chris 1500 W. State Blvd. Tickets are Polish wedding dinner to benefit a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch and crafts be distributed to guests. Tasks Worth and Company. There will $8 for adults, $4 for children seminarians of the diocese will will be available. include making peanut butter be food, beer and wine available 6-12 and $20 per family. $5 be Sunday, Nov. 13, from noon-4 and jelly sandwiches, dipping for purchase. A live auction will carry-out will be available. All p.m. at the St. Hedwig Memorial Third annual chili challenge canned fruit into Styrofoam be conducted by a Ness Bros. proceeds will benefit diocesan Center, 331 S. Scott St. Advanced NEW HAVEN — St. John Parish cups, bagging baked goods, dip- auctioneer. Tickets are $10 per and Franciscan seminarians. For ticket sales only by Nov. 7. are will host a chili challenge ping previously-made soup into person and can be purchased at more information, visit www. $12 for adults, $6 for children 10 between St. John’s Knights of Styrofoam cups, cleaning up the door, or at 260-450-5170. kofc11043.org. and under. Food, music, raffles Columbus vs the Holy Name after 12:30 p.m. Volunteer hours Proceeds will benefit the St. and cash bar will be offered. Society Saturday, Nov. 12 from run from approximately 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Shorter time periods Mary’s Soup Kitchen Ministries Program on divorce offered 3 to 7 p.m. More than a dozen and the Ave Maria House — a Chili samples — pick your favor- could be available. Opportunities FORT WAYNE — St. Vincent Card party and euchre tournament exist for volunteers to work on a day respite for the homeless. de Paul Parish, 1502 E. Wallen YODER — St. Aloysius’ Knights ite and choose the winner. Hot dogs available also. All proceeds regular basis, or in a substitute, Rd., will offer the program: The of Columbus will have a card as-needed capacity. For more Sts. Peter and Paul Parish plans fish fry Catholic’s Divorce Survival Guide party and euchre tournament benefit the St. Vincent dePaul Society. information call Peter Smith at HUNTINGTON — A fish, chick- on Thursday, Nov. 3, from 7-9 Saturday, Nov. 5, in the school 574-532-3720 or Brigid Dutile at en and tenderloin dinner by p.m., in the parish library, for basement. Doors open at 6:30 574-272-2204. Dan’s will be Friday, Nov. 18, “Learning to Forgive.” This ses- p.m., $5 fee with food and bever- Volunteer opportunities at soup kitchen from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Rieder sion discusses the relationship ages available for donation. SOUTH BEND — The St. Auditorium. Menu incldes green between the emotions, intel- Augustine Parish soup kitchen is Rosary for poor souls to be prayed looking for volunteers. The soup MISHAWAKA — The annual beans, applesauce, homemade lect, and will, and the power of Fancy fair craft bazaar cookie and beverage. Carry out forgiveness as a right response kitchen is open each Monday, rosary for the Poor Souls will be ROME CITY — St. Gaspar del recited on Sunday, Oct. 30, in St. available. Tickets are adults $9, to injustices of divorce. For Bufalo, 10871 N. State Rd. Wednesday and Friday (except children 6-12 $5 and children 5 information visit www.saintv. holidays) from 11 a.m. to 12:30 Joseph’s Cemetery at 2 p.m., rain 9, will host a Fancy Fair craft or shine. and under free. org and select the Community bazaar Saturday, Oct. 29, from 9 p.m. Volunteers prepare items to Life/Support link or call the St. Open house planned Vincent de Paul church office at FORT WAYNE — Bishop 260-489-3537 ext. 208. Dwenger High School will host an open house, Tuesday, Oct. 25, Movie night from 6:30-8 p.m. Explore all fac- MISHAWAKA — St. Bavo Parish ets of the school. Students and will show two movies in honor of TUFFY WANTS YOU parents will be able to meet with St. Pope John Paul II in celebra- faculty, staff, coaches and mod- tion of his Feast Day on Oct. 22. erators, in addition to touring Showing on Friday, Oct. 21, at 7 the school with a current Bishop p.m. in the parish center is part TO COME TO Dwenger student. Come see what I of “Karol: A Man Who Became it means to be a “Citizen of Two Pope.” The second part will be Worlds.” shown Sunday, Oct. 23, at 2 p.m. There is no admission charge. OPEN HOUSE Holiday craft BOOzaar! MISHAWAKA — St. Joseph Queen of Angels card party luncheon Church, 217 W 3rd St., plans a FORT WAYNE — Queen of October 25, 2016 holiday craft BOO!zaar Saturday, Angels Parish will have a 50+ Oct. 29, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. fall luncheon and card party 6:30 - 8:00 pm Over 75 booths of handmade Friday, Oct. 21, from noon to 4 crafts by local artisans, plus p.m., in the activities center. Cost Main Gym commercial vendors, holiday items, unique treasures and col- Enter Doors 4 & 5 lectibles, lotshe of baked goods, he he kettle corn, hot cider, and lunch. Children may enjoy trick or treat- ing in a safeC familyross friendlyWord CrossWord CrossWord TOct. 2, 9 and 16, 2016 TOct. 23 and 30, 2016 TNov. 6 and 13, 2016 Come see what venue. 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BY MOLLY GETTINGER

“¡Viva Cristo Rey!” (“Long live Christ the King!”) That was the cry uttered by young José Sánchez del Río, a Mexican Cristero, as he was tor- tured and martyred by Mexican government officials for refusing to renounce his faith during his country’s Cristero War of the 1920s. The cry was repeated by over 4,000 youth at the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend All Schools Mass in South Bend on Oct. 10. The Cristeros were citizens and believers who resisted the federal government’s brutal suppression of the Catholic faith. José Sánchez del Río, or “Joselito,” as he was called, was only 13 years old when he refused to apostatize his Catholic faith. He chose, instead, the alternative he was given: to have the bottoms of his feet cut, be forced to walk toward the cem- Photos by Joseph Raymond etery and beaten with a machete Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades was the celebrant of the Mass, which was concel- as he stumbled through town. ebrated by the priests shown below who pastor the schools in attendance. In All he had to do was announce his homily, Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades encouraged the youth to love God and “death to Christ the King” and love their neighbors, and to strive daily to be saints. he would have been spared. Instead, he shouted “¡Viva Cristo Rey!” Upon arriving in the cem- etery, and moments after draw- ing a cross in the cemetery dirt, The entrance procession was led by two students bearing crosses. Behind Joselito was shot and killed. them, a representative of each school brought food donations to be given to St. José Sánchez del Río a local food pantry. was canonized a saint by Pope Francis on Sunday, Oct. 16. “José Sánchez del Río was only 13!” Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades, celebrant of the Mass, said during his homily, after tell- ing Joselito’s story. He asked all those present who were also 13 years old to raise their hands. In a booming voice, he announced: “You can be saints!” “¡Viva Cristo Rey!” the over 4,000 students repeated after

At the South Bend-area All-Schools Mass, fourth-grade students dressed as their favorite saints. During his homily, Bishop Rhoades invited anyone dressed as St. Teresa of Calcutta to come to the stage and talk about her life. He also shared information about St. José Sánchez del Río.

him, in unison. “¡Viva Cristo and love one’s neighbor was Rey!” present from the very beginning Filling the floor of Purcell of Mass, when some students Pavilion, the fourth-grade stu- processed down the aisle carry- dents in attendance had each ing baskets of food to be donated dressed up as their favorite to a local pantry. saint. During his homily, Bishop The Mass also focused on Rhoades invited those dressed as the Year of Mercy, with Bishop St. Teresa of Calcutta to come to Rhoades stating this year’s All- the stage to tell about her life. Schools Mass was especially St. Teresa “helped the poor important because it took place and the sick,” bringing them “to within the Year of Mercy. During a place where they could help communion, the choir, comprised them,” said Monica, from St. of students from across the Joseph parish. “Love,” she added, region, sang the World Youth Day “is the most important thing theme song: “Blest are the merci- Mother Teresa gave the poor.” ful/For it is mercy that shall be The central message of the shown to those who show mercy” Mass was that everyone can be a “Saints,” Bishop Rhoades saint, and that we become saints reminded the youth, “were all through love. “Love God; Love men and women who were your neighbor” Bishop Rhoades merciful. All my fourth grade Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend Catholic school students give glory to God at the South Bend-area All-Schools Mass shared, echoing the words of students are dressed as saints through a handbell choir that accompanied the vocal choir. The musicians came from schools came from across the Jesus in Luke 18. here today: Now, go out and be region. The invitation to love God saints!”