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Sunday and Daily Readings . . . . 11 Serving the ChurchCriterion in Central and Souther n Indiana Since 1960 CriterionOnline.com September 23, 2005 Vol. XXXXIV, No. 50 75¢ Work continues toward opening Photo by Sean Gallagher Photo by of a Cristo Rey High School By Brandon A. Evans

A feasibility study has been completed for a new center-city high school in Indianapolis, and the plan is moving into the design and preparation phase. The Cristo Rey Network is an associa- tion of, as of this past school year, 11 Catholic high schools across the United States that provide a college preparatory education for low-income stu- dents through a work-study program. Such a school in Indianapolis will be 60 percent funded by the students who would team with local businesses to take part in internships in a clerical setting— the work of the students will pay 75 per- cent of their tuition. It may be housed in a suitable building already owned by the archdiocese, or at another location. It will intentionally remain small, having no more than 400 students at its peak. The Sisters of Providence have agreed to sponsor the school, which they wish to Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein stands in SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral in Indianapolis on Sept. 17 with the 25 deacon candidates participating in the name Providence Cristo Rey High School. first archdiocesan deacon formation program following a Mass at which they declared their intention to continue their preparation for ordination in “It will be a private Catholic school in June 2008. Benedictine Father Bede Cisco, far right, is the director of the archdiocesan Office of Deacon Formation. Father Larry Voelker, far left, pastor the archdiocese,” said Msgr. Joseph F. of Holy Cross Parish in Indianapolis, is the director of spiritual formation for the program. Schaedel, vicar general. It will be owned and operated by a board of directors under the sponsorship of the sisters, who would Archdiocese’s deacon candidates declare their also have to secure long-term funding. The archdiocese may provide the site for the school, said Annette “Mickey” commitment to continue their formation Lentz, executive director of Catholic edu- By Sean Gallagher to express openly your desire to be bound for two more years, with the ordination cation and faith formation, “and the in the holy order of diaconate for the ser- of the men to the diaconate scheduled Sisters of Providence have made a com- The 25 men in the first archdioce- vice of God and humankind.” for June 2008. Those who will be mitment to open and sustain the school san deacon formation program have The archbishop went on to exhort the ordained will be the first permanent and assure that it follows Canon Law as made a significant step forward in 25 men to continue in their formation deacons in the history of the Archdio- far as the Catholic identity and mission their preparation for ordination. and assured them of the support of the cese of Indianapolis. goes.” While being questioned by Church. Deacon candidate Bill Jones, a Some of the funding will come from Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein on “From this day, you must cultivate member of St. Bartholomew Parish in grants. Sept. 17 at SS. Peter and Paul more fully your vocation, using espe- Columbus, was aware of the impor- The archdiocese received a $75,000 Cathedral in Indianapolis, they stated cially those means that can be offered to tance of the day for him and his fellow grant from the Cassin Educational their intention to continue in their for- you as help and support by the ecclesial candidates. Initiative Foundation to conduct its feasi- mation. As a result of the liturgy, they community who is entrusted with this “When you think of the whole ordi- bility study, and recently received an addi- have gone from being deacon aspi- task,” he said. “On the part of all of us, nation process, it starts sinking in,” he tional $150,000 as an official part of the rants to deacon candidates. trusting in the Lord, we will help you said. “It’s a humbling experience, but a Cristo Rey Network. Calling it “a historic day for the with our love and prayer.” very exciting experience.” Lentz said that part of the requirement archdiocese,” Archbishop Buechlein The liturgy was the culmination of the Deacon candidate Larry French, a to be in the network was to find a spon- spoke to the men in his homily about first year of the deacon formation pro- member of St. Joseph Parish in soring religious order, so she and what they were about to do. gram in which the men completed several Jennings County, was struck by the See SCHOOL, page 8 “Compelled by the love of Christ, academic courses, participated in forma- emphasis on the sacrament of holy and strengthened by the inner working tion sessions, entered into spiritual direc- orders in the liturgy. of the Holy Spirit,” he said, “you’ve tion and ministered in parishes. “It’s unbelievable, especially when arrived at the moment where you are The formation program will continue See DEACONS, page 8

Before his death, pope prayed to ‘go to the house of the Father’

VATICAN CITY (CNS)—Pope John previously published information about the city and the world,” it said. Paul II’s last words before his death were pope’s deteriorating medical condition, the At his last public appearance at his apart- “Let me go to the house of the Father,” actions taken at his death, the arrangements ment window March 30, he gave a blessing according to the Vatican’s official account for his funeral and his final testament. but was unable to speak to a “stunned and of his final hours. The volume also contained more than sorrowful” crowd in St. Peter’s Square, it The pope murmured the phrase in Polish 150 pages of condolence messages and tes- said. “with a very weak voice and mumbled timonials that arrived from political and “This was the last public ‘station’ of his words” to those gathered at his bedside six religious leaders around the world. painful Via Crucis,” it said. hours before he died on April 2, the Vatican In recounting the pope’s final days and The next day, March 31, the pope had a said. hours, the chronology described the pon- crisis: He was stricken by a “violent shak- The detailed chronology was contained tiff’s poignant appearance on Easter, ing chill” as he was being taken to Mass at in a special 223-page supplement to the March 27, when he was recovering from a 11 a.m., the chronology said. His tempera- Acta Apostolica Sedis, the official record of tracheotomy to relieve breathing problems. ture quickly rose to more than 103 degrees, Vatican documents and acts, released on “The pope tried to read the words of the and he went into septic shock with cardio- Sept. 19. apostolic blessing without success and, in circulatory collapse, caused by a urinary Most of the account deals with silence, with the right hand he blessed the See POPE, page 7 Page 2 The Criterion Friday, September 23, 2005 St. Pius X Parish in Indianapolis celebrates 50 years By Brandon A. Evans member and director of the men’s choir, founding pastor, Msgr. Charles Ross, had building. served as a lector and was president of the led the parish for nearly 30 years. Currently, the parish is home to St. Pius X Parish in Indianapolis is cel- men’s club. Both are involved in the Rite The parish was formed out of Christ approximately 1,550 families. ebrating 50 years of being a community of of Christian Initiation of Adults. the King Parish. As was common at the There has been a lot of change in the faith in central Indiana. Joseph Sheehan said that the parish’s time, the parish school was built first and parish, Father Kirkhoff said, and he is tak- Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein will spirit is what makes it great—everyone, he completed in September 1955. At one ing steps to ensure that the current genera- celebrate a Mass at 2 p.m. on Sept. 25 at said, participates in parish activities, espe- point, enrollment reached 750, and now is tion of parishioners lays a foundation for the parish church at 7200 Sarto Drive. A cially the Mass. holding strong at 400. the next 50 years. dinner for parishioners follows. (R.S.V.P. Bill Lesch, a longtime member of the When the parish was formed, St. Pius X As a part of that, he is already promot- was required.) parish, said that people of every age seem —the pope from 1903 to 1914—had only ing the upcoming archdiocesan campaign, Throughout the year, the parish has had more involved now. been canonized the previous year. The Legacy for Our Mission: For Our Children other events to celebrate, including a 5K He has served as an extraordinary min- street that the parish is on—Sarto Drive— and the Future, as one such way to pro- run/walk; a reunion of former pastors, ister of holy Communion, helped the takes the late pope’s family name. vide for the future. teachers and charter members; and a school coordinate bus routes and was a In the early 1970s, after paying off the “I think it will thrive,” Joseph Sheehan parish mission. member of the parish council. debt from the original building of the said. Also, for the past few months, a variety “It seems like the younger people con- parish school (and the auditorium that of pictures from the history of the parish tinue to be involved,” Lesch said. housed the church), St. Pius X Parish (For more information, call the parish at have been displayed in the church narthex. He added that the feeling of community moved toward building it’s own church 317-255-4534.) † “There’s a lot of interest in the anniver- in the parish “has been there ever since we sary,” said Father Gerald Kirkhoff, pastor. started and has continued to this day.” Joseph and Josephine Sheehan, mem- “I think we’re a very close-knit family,” Caring for bers of the parish for most of its history, said Josephine Sheehan. “Everyone is so have attended some of the anniversary kind and generous and willing to just step hurricane events, and look forward to this Sunday’s in whenever something is needed.

CNS photo by Paul Haring Paul CNS photo by victims celebration. “I can’t say anything negative about Both have been involved in the parish St. Pius—we’ve loved it from the minute Archbishop Alfred extensively: Josephine has served as a we joined and we still love it.” C. Hughes of New nurse for St. Pius School, was an officer She added that the priests assigned to Orleans presents a for the women’s club and currently offers pastor the parish have always done well. rosary blessed by Communion to the sick; Joseph has been a “We’ve had wonderful, wonderful pas- Pope Benedict XVI tors,” she said. on Sept. 16 to Over the years, the parish has changed Beverly Wilson, 8, Correction and grown, and part of the growth came an evacuee from from the initiative of the pastors, said Gulfport, Miss., In the Sept. 16 edition of The Criterion, Joseph Sheehan. who is now an article on the archdiocese’s participa- “I think the major growth occurred enrolled at Blessed tion in the University of Notre Dame’s probably in the period when Father Jim Sacrament Echo program appeared in the Religious Sweeney was pastor,” he said. “Part of Elementary School Education Supplement. Omitted from the that change was affected by his personal- in Washington. list of parishes participating in the pro- ity and character and leadership.” gram was St. Monica Parish in Father Sweeney, who died in 1990, Indianapolis. † came to the parish in 1983 after the

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By Mary Ann Wyand transport services for critically ill newborns St. Thomas Aquinas parish- with two custom ambulances. ioner Sharon Mason of The new St. Vincent Women’s Hospital The Daughters of Charity hospital sys- Indianapolis, a staff chap- at 8111 Township Line Road in Indian- tem purchased the Women’s Hospital in lain at St. Vincent Hospital apolis was dedicated on Sept. 16 and 2003 from the Humana Hospital chain, Wyand MaryPhotos by Ann in Indianapolis for 18 years, praised for providing state-of-the-art health which opened it in 1983 to provide health explains how the newborn care for women, infants and families in one services for women of all ages. intensive care unit serves location. Mara Hoberty, a St. Vincent marketing infants who need special- The newly renovated and expanded hos- associate, is looking forward to delivering ized medical care at the pital for women of all ages and babies her second child there in October. recently remodeled and opened three weeks ago with private “I’m excited [about the new hospital],” expanded St. Vincent rooms, specialized neonatal care facilities she said. “My first child was born at the Women’s Hospital at and many of the amenities of a hotel stay. [St. Vincent] Family Life Center [formerly 8111 Township Line Road It houses seven obstetrical triage rooms, on the West 86th Street campus] and my south of the main 16 labor, delivery and recovery rooms, second child will be born here. I’m excited St. Vincent Indianapolis 26 high-risk antepartum care unit rooms, a to see the changes and the beautiful rooms. Hospital campus on 75-bed newborn intensive care unit, and a I’ve already taken a parenting class here West 86th Street. 48-bed family care unit for postpartum and and had a tour. It will be nice. I’m looking newborn care. forward to meeting the staff too.” The hospital also has a 13-bed medical Hoberty said “any women’s and infant’s and surgical unit, and seven operating room health needs can be found in one location. suites specializing in general surgery, gyne- Instead of having to go from campus to cological procedures and breast surgeries as campus, everything is combined here in well as imaging and laboratory services. one building.” The newborn intensive care unit is Sharon Johns, a perinatal support ser- mind, body and spirit, and that’s what we “People will come to this chapel to pour staffed by neonatologists, neonatal nurse vices staff member, said childbirth educa- offer in our childbirth education classes.” out their hearts,” he said. “Many will spill practitioners, nurses, respiratory therapists tion classes offered at the hospital empower Julie Miller, a chaplain at the St. Vincent out heavy burdens—worries about their and physical therapists. women and families “to give birth in a very Children’s Hospital on West 86th Street, health, a loved one’s prognosis, the compli- The hospital also provides newborn positive situation” with a focus on “care for said the new women’s and infants’ hospital cated birth of a child. Some, like Mary, will is easily accessible for individuals and bring broken hearts when they lose some- families. one to death. Our Lady of Sorrows will be “Both facilities have had a great history here—at the side of her Divine Son. God Archdiocesan Respect Life and a tradition of providing care for women designed things this way, so she could be through the years,” Miller said. “I think the our advocate, a consoler.” plan to combine the best of both places and This hospital chapel will be a place “to Sunday Mass is Oct. 2 to make it the best in Indiana is just a phe- pour out in silence sorrows in our hearts,” By Mary Ann Wyand from many denominations will assemble nomenal vision for us.” Msgr. Schaedel said. “Yet we mostly come along North Meridian Street at 2:30 p.m. Miller said “the facilities are wonderful, here to listen, to find comfort. Another title Respect Life Sunday events in the for the 15th annual Central Indiana Life and the associates will put themselves in Catholics use for Mary is Our Lady of Archdiocese of Indianapolis on Oct. 2 Chain. the places of the patients and families and Consolation. It’s the way God planned all will focus on the U.S. Conference of During the one-hour prayer gathering, ask, ‘What can we do to make this the best along. She prays with us and for us—as we Catholic Bishops’ educational campaign participants from Catholic parishes and possible for everybody?’ So not only are say in that familiar prayer—now and at the to end violence in all its forms. other faith traditions will pray for an end the facilities inviting and accommodating, hour of our death. Amen.” † The national theme for the annual pro- to abortion and hold signs with the mes- but the associates themselves go out of life observance to be celebrated by sages “Abortion kills children,” their way to make it the best hospital stay This limited Catholics in dioceses throughout the “Adoption, the loving option,” “Jesus for- possible.” edition country is “Help Build a World Where gives and heals” and “Lord, forgive us Msgr. Joseph F. Schaedel, vicar general, “Mother and Human Life Is Always Loved and and our nation.” dedicated the new chapel at St. Vincent Child” sculp- Defended, Every Form of Violence Servants of the Gospel of Life Sister Women’s Hospital on Sept. 15, the feast of ture created Banished.” Diane Carollo, director of the archdioce- Our Lady of Sorrows. by the late Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein will san Office for Pro-Life Ministry, said the “Mary, given the singular privilege of artist be the principal celebrant for the arch- Church’s Respect Life Sunday theme this being the Mother of Jesus, is also the Frederick diocesan Respect Life Sunday Mass at year highlights the fact that American cul- Mother of Sorrows,” Msgr. Schaedel said in Hart in 1997 1 p.m. on Oct. 2 at SS. Peter and Paul ture is hostile to the dignity and sanctity his homily. “Mary had no idea how her life is on display Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., in of human life. would change, the suffering she would have outside the Indianapolis. Father Kevin Morris, pastor “Whether we struggle to overturn to endure, that day she said ‘yes’ to the chapel at of St. Susanna Parish in Plainfield, will Roe vs. Wade, prevent euthanasia from angel. Be the Mother of the Savior—yes! the new concelebrate the eucharistic liturgy, which being legalized, forbid human bioengi- Be the Mother of Sorrows—not so sure. St. Vincent is open to the public. neering or insist on mercy for inmates on Yet, this was the plan. Mary’s life was as Women’s At the conclusion of the Mass, Death Row, one thing is clear,” Sister God intended. … It’s a reminder that she Hospital in Archbishop Buechlein will present the Diane said. “We must do all in light of was only human [and] we are only human. Indianapolis. Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Respect the teachings of the Church. Her teach- There is no heaven on earth. The Virgin Life Award and the Our Lady of ings provide the beacon of light we must Mary suffered, so she understands our sor- Guadalupe Pro-Life Youth Award in follow in order to discover a culture that rows. … When we pray, she prays with us. recognition of outstanding leadership in respects life.” promoting the dignity and sanctity of human life. 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OPINION Letters to the Editor Nowhere in my studies have I discov- Enjoyed archbishop’s ered any correlation between homosexu- ality and pedophilia. In truth, the major- Rev. Msgr. Raymond T. Bosler, Founding Editor, 1915 - 1994 columns on life of ity of “child molesters” are middle- Most Rev. Daniel M. Buechlein, O.S.B., Publisher William R. Bruns, Associate Publisher Bishop Simon Bruté aged, Caucasian, heterosexual males, Greg A. Otolski, Editor John F. Fink, Editor Emeritus Thank you for publishing Archbishop most of whom are married and function Daniel M. Buechlein’s recent series of quite well in society. I would go so far informative columns on Bishop Simon as to say that in my professional opin- Bruté. I enjoyed reading them very much. ion, pedophilia is an orientation in and Editorial In fact, I saved each column and, after the of itself. series ended, mailed the entire set to a Isn’t it time that we look at the real French friend who was born and raised in issue? The Church in the past has not Catholic Charities Brittany. dealt with human sexuality in a healthy, worker Carol Spruell This woman was active in Catholic proactive way. Just because a person gives lemonade to a girl education at the university level in the takes a vow of celibacy does not mean at the St. Anthony of Loire Valley until her recent retirement. that he or she ceases to be a sexual Padua Parish shelter in I know she will enjoy the articles as being. This is a fact that has been CNS photo by Greg Tarczynsk Greg CNS photo by Baton Rouge, La., on much as I did. Like all French, she has largely ignored by the Church. As a Sept. 11. strong ties to her roots (Bretagne). result, hundreds of children have been Likewise, she has visited the United scarred for life by members of the States a number of times, including this clergy. Too bad the same individuals section of the country. who are so interested in homosexuality Little did we know of our “common weren’t interested enough in the well- heritage” until the appearance of this being of the children to protect them series in The Criterion. from the true sexual predators. I have known many homosexual priests Mary Ann Kollros, Floyds Knobs and sisters, all of whom have been faith- ful to their God, their Church and their Catholic Charities offers the Editorial on the Eucharist celibate lifestyles. In a time where there and sin was too harsh are precious few vocations, isn’t it sad hands and heart of Christ that many talented, loving individuals I felt very sad as I read the editorial in could be eliminated from the religious life ishop Robert Muench of Baton Catholic Charities agencies’ emergency the Sept. 16 issue of The Criterion titled due to their sexual orientation? “Eucharist and mortal sin.” I was BRouge, La., called the aftermath of and long-term disaster recovery efforts. Pat Corbin, Madison Hurricane Katrina “a living nightmare.” To date, Catholic Charities USA has reminded of the shame inflicted on my He cited the loss of human life and of sent nearly $1 million to assist with the generation during our formative years, for property, possessions, employment, secu- emergency response following Hurri- simply being human. I wonder about a Coach is a true rity and comfort. “On the other hand,” cane Katrina. Twenty-one Catholic Church that claims to follow Christ, but Christian motivator the bishop said, “this is a graced oppor- Charities agencies have each received denies Communion to those it considers tunity. In the midst of this horrendous grants ranging from $10,000 to sinners. The recently published book by crisis, we look to God and God’s word.” $110,000 to help provide immediate The Scripture is full of Jesus’ desire to Roncalli High School head football Archbishop Alfred C. Hughes of New support. Some of the vital community share his presence with sinners. Jesus ate coach Bruce Scifres titled Beyond the Orleans offered two priorities for his support may include temporary housing, with tax collectors and harlots, and he Goal Line—A Quest for Victory in the local Church: 1) the safety and security food, clothing and other basic necessi- chose some of them to be his closest fol- Game of Life is a true witness to a man of all victims of Hurricane Katrina— ties, such as crisis and grief counseling, lowers. He rebelled at the Pharisees’ filled with love for young men and especially people trapped in all sections and financial assistance. These initial attempt to exclude people. He shared his teaching of lessons learned in life of the archdiocese, and 2) the collabora- grants help Catholic Charities agencies body and blood with Judas even as Judas through participation in high school tive work of Catholic Charities of the in the Gulf Coast communities meet the planned to betray him. football. Histories about his athletes is a Archdiocese of New Orleans, Catholic immediate, emergency needs of victims. Peter, who had denied Jesus three true testimony to the real reason we are Community Services of Baton Rouge Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese times during the Passion, was one of the all on this earth—that is, to win eternal and the American Red Cross to offer of Indianapolis has received an over- first to be with him after the Resurrection. happiness with Our Lord in our life, relief, food, water and shelter, and to whelming response from the Catholic Why would his followers choose to take a after we complete our battles here. help people who have been separated community for its Hurricane Katrina different stance? Coach Scifres is a man full of faith from one another to regain communica- relief efforts. Archdiocesan Catholic Pat Browne, Fairland and he knows how to motivate his play- tion. Charities continues to coordinate all ers and his colleagues, with whom he The archbishop also said: “I want to efforts with the city of Indianapolis, Red Editorial on Eucharist and comes into contact every day, to have a assure you that my brother priests and Cross, Salvation Army, Indiana Office of desire to live for the Lord. He teaches bishops are committed to working with Faith-Based and Community Initiatives, sin veered into relativism his people how to work hard, be loyal, you as soon as feasible to address the United Way of Central Indiana, Church and set good examples in life and on the I could not disagree more with the edi- rebuilding of our beloved Church in the Federation of Greater Indianapolis, and playing field. Proof of this are his six torial titled, “Eucharist and mortal sin,” Archdiocese of New Orleans.” many other religious and secular organi- state football championships, three of which appeared in the Sept. 16 edition of The living nightmare is the evil zations. All organizations involved are which have been in the last three years— The Criterion. caused by this unprecedented natural dis- preparing to welcome evacuees to 2002, 2003 and 2004. The statement “Whether or not some- aster (and by our failure as a nation to Indiana and planning for their short-term Coach Scifres’ book should be read by one is in a state of grace should be adequately prepare for, and respond to, needs and their long-term survival. parents, teachers, coaches, students and decided only by that individual” is a this grave crisis). The graced opportunity While it is difficult to estimate the anyone interested in the good in young prime example of the relativism which is the chance to offer the healing hands number of households that will relocate people. Coach Scifres is building Christian and forgiving heart of Christ to all who to Indiana, either temporarily or perma- Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein decried men from boys who need a man of his cal- are in need. Every Catholic in the United nently, we want to ensure that our doors in his weekly column on the very next iber and techniques guiding them. States is called to pray for and reach out are open for all who want to come. We page! Hats off to Coach Bruce Scifres, his to our sisters and brothers in the Gulf want to be the hands (and heart) of Persons who, for whatever reason, coaching staff and the young men he Coast communities. One important way Christ here in Indiana and wherever peo- have committed a mortal sin, but have teaches the real meaning of why we are to fulfill this obligation is by supporting ple are suffering and in need. not sought penance and absolution for here on earth. Coach Scifres is an out- the work of Catholic Charities. As Bishop Thomas Rodi of Biloxi, that sin, should abstain from receiving standing leader and motivator and teacher. Healing, help and rebuilding are the Miss., said: “To the question, ‘Why?’ I Communion. Of course, this is unfortu- Roncalli High School in Indianapolis is work of Catholic Charities—in times of must answer, ‘I do not know.’ But this I nately not always the case, due to either very fortunate to have him. crisis and during ordinary times. Catho- do know: that the love of God is with us. pride or omission. In the event that a Congratulations! lic Charities USA, which has been com- That the Lord who wept over Jerusalem, mortal sin is repeated without shame or Dick Schott, Indianapolis missioned by the U.S. Catholic bishops knowing that it would be destroyed, is hesitation—particularly if it is commit- to represent the Catholic community in with us.” ted willfully with the intent to challenge times of domestic disaster, responds with The Lord is with us in the healing the magisterium of the Church—then it Letters Policy emergency and long-term assistance as hands and heart extended by Catholic is not only the Church’s right, but its Letters from readers are welcome needed. Its Disaster Response Office Charities—here in our archdiocese and responsibility to both the person in ques- and should be informed, relevant, well- connects the Church’s social service throughout the United States. tion and the Church as a whole, to chari- expressed, concise, temperate in tone, agencies and disaster planning offices For more information about how you tably deny that person the Eucharist. courteous and respectful. across the nation. can help Catholic Charities, call 317- Michael Hughes, Indianapolis The editors reserve the right to Catholic Charities agencies from 236-1589 or 800-382-9836, ext. 1589. select and edit the letters based on across the country, including our own Also, more information can be found at Apostolic visits to space limitations, pastoral sensitivity Catholic Charities in the Archdiocese of www.archindy.org by clicking on the and content. Indianapolis, have been working to meet Catholic Charities link. seminaries unfair to Letters must be signed, but, for seri- the immediate needs of evacuees that homosexuals ous reasons, names may be withheld. have come into their communities as — Daniel Conway Send letters to “Letters to the Editor,” well as planning to provide assistance for It appears that once again the Church The Criterion, P.O. Box 1717, Indianap- the long-term needs of the victims. (Daniel Conway is a member of the edi- has cut off its nose to spite its face. I am olis, IN 46206-1717. Catholic Charities USA is collecting torial committee of the board of direc- referring to the recent announcement that Readers with access to e-mail may financial donations to fund these local tors of Criterion Press Inc.) † the Vatican will begin visiting seminaries in search of homosexual seminarians. send letters to [email protected]. The Criterion Friday, September 23, 2005 Page 5

ARCHBISHOP/ARZOBISPO DANIEL M. BUECHLEIN, O.S.B.

SEEKING THE FACE OF THE LORD BUSCANDO LA CARA DEL SEÑOR

A personal reflection about the role of parents as first teachers eptember is one of my favorite taught about what is right and what is would say, “If you are going to be a go to Saint Meinrad. I don’t think Mom months of the year. It is the month wrong. priest, I want you to know how people missed one week in 12 years that she did Sof my deceased parents’ birthdays. Like most people in the post- live.” I try to remember, that, and appreci- not send me a letter with updates about It is the month of new beginnings for the Depression era, in the early years our ate his foresight and concern about how what was happening at home. She and school year and our parish catechetical family lived a very simple life, certainly people work for a living, especially poor Dad visited me faithfully, and there was programs. It is the month when I reflect by today’s standards. For the most part, people. never any doubt that they wanted me to about my Mom and Dad as teachers and my brother and I didn’t particularly think Mom taught elementary school but not do what would make me happy and what catechists. we were living a deprived life. Without once did she do my homework. If I had I figured out was God’s will. The older I am, the more I appreciate much ado, our parents taught us a sense questions, she was there for me. She did Their trust in my judgment was tested the gift that my parents were and still are of values that have stood us in good keep an eye on me so that I did what I when I informed them that rather than for me. The greatest gift was having me stead. Remembering our parents’ values was supposed to do. And she would pat become a diocesan priest, I wanted to baptized into Christ the day after my is so appropriate in a culture that has me on the back when I brought home a join the monastery at Saint Meinrad. That birth. With that gift, the promise of eter- become more and more secular and mate- good report card. With hindsight, I appre- elicited a special visit and some thought- nity was given to me—what greater gift rialistic. ciate the fact that she gave me room to ful questioning, but, that being done, their could a person get? Like life itself, every- The older I am, the more I appreciate develop the habit of taking initiative for support was there. thing else of any worth began with that other values that Mom and Dad passed on my responsibilities in life. As I grew Parents’ birthdays merit our reflection moment. to my brother and me. One of those was older, I found that I was not the only one about the gifts they are for us. I intend These days we often say parents are the value and dignity of hard work. Only to recognize that in a quiet way Mom was this simple narration about Mom and Dad the first teachers; parents are the first cat- later in life, especially as I read some of a source of extraordinary wisdom. to remind you parents how important you echists of the faith. My parents taught me the social encyclicals of our more recent People often ask how Dad and Mom are as the first teachers and catechists of the Catholic faith and provided me with popes, I recognized that although they reacted to my desire to become a priest, your children. You are far more influen- the education to understand and appreci- didn’t say it, our folks were teaching us especially since I wanted to enter the tial than you might sometimes believe. I ate the sacraments and the doctrine of the that work is one of the ways in which we seminary at an early age. While asking pray that God blesses you in your words Church. experience our human dignity. appropriate questions about my inten- and deeds. † They taught me by the simple example The late Pope John Paul II, himself the tions, they offered their support and truly of their lives as well as with timely beneficiary of the experience of hard sacrificed to make it possible for me to words along the way. As for observing work in his youth, was particularly elo- Sunday and Holy Day obligations to quent on this point. During my summer attend Mass, there was no discussion. vacations from the seminary, Mom and Archbishop Buechlein’s intention for vocations for September The same was true in observing other Dad saw to it that I had a variety of work Teachers/Religious Education Directors: that they may rely on the strength and disciplines associated with the practice of experiences ranging from working in a guidance of the Holy Spirit as they hand on the Catholic faith to our youth and encour- our Catholic faith. I am deeply grateful factory, doing farm work, working in age them to consider vocations to the priesthood and religious life. for the no-nonsense way in which I was bakery and doing janitorial work. Dad

Reflexión personal sobre el papel de los padres como primeros maestros eptiembre es uno de mis meses Como la mayoría de la gente durante la que saber cómo vive la gente.” Trato de que mi mamá no me enviara una carta preferidos del año. Es el mes del época de la post-depresión, en los recordar eso y valoro su visión y preocu- con noticias sobre lo que sucedía en casa. Scumpleaños de mis difuntos padres. primeros años nuestra familia llevaba una pación por cómo trabaja la gente para Papá y ella me visitaban fielmente y Es el mes del comienzo de un nuevo año vida simple, ciertamente siguiendo los subsistir, especialmente los pobres. nunca hubo ninguna duda de que ellos escolar y de los programas de catecismo estándares de hoy en día. En general, mi Mi mamá enseñaba en la escuela pri- querían que yo hiciera lo que me hiciera de nuestra parroquia. Es el mes durante hermano y yo no pensábamos que maria, pero ni una sola vez me hizo los feliz y lo que yo había identificado como el cual reflexiono acerca del papel de mis tuviéramos una vida particularmente men- deberes. Si yo tenía alguna pregunta, ella la voluntad de Dios. padres como maestros y catequistas. esterosa. Sin demasiadas complicaciones, estaba allí para ayudarme. Pero sí me Su confianza en mi juicio se puso a A medida que me hago más mayor, nuestros padres nos enseñaron el sentido supervisaba para que yo hiciera lo que prueba cuando les informé que, en lugar aprecio más la gran dádiva que fueron y de los valores que nos han resultado muy debía hacer. Y me alentaba cuando llev- de convertirme en sacerdote diocesano, que aun siguen siendo mis padres para mí. útiles. El recordar los valores de nuestros aba a casa una boleta con buenas califica- quería ingresar al monasterio de Saint El mayor regalo fue que se me bautizara en padres resulta muy apropiado en una cul- ciones. En retrospectiva, valoro el hecho Meinrad. Eso produjo como respuesta Cristo al día siguiente de mi nacimiento. tura que se ha vuelto cada vez más secular de que me diera amplitud para que yo una visita especial y algunas preguntas Con ese obsequio se me hizo la promesa y materialista. desarrollara el hábito de tomar iniciativas minuciosas, pero, después de ello, su de la eternidad. ¿Qué mayor regalo puede Mientras más mayor me vuelvo, más con respecto a mis responsabilidades en apoyo continuó allí. recibir una persona? Así como la vida aprecio otros valores que papá y mamá la vida. A medida que crecía, me di Los cumpleaños de nuestros padres misma, todas las demás cosas importantes nos transmitieron a mi hermano y a mí. cuenta de que no era el único que ameritan nuestra reflexión acerca del comenzaron en ese momento. Uno de ellos fue el valor de la dignidad reconocía que, de manera silente, mamá obsequio que ellos son para nosotros. En la actualidad, se dice con frecuencia por el trabajo arduo. No fue sino hasta fue una fuente de extraordinaria Dedico esta sencilla narrativa sobre que los padres son los primeros maestros. más tarde en mi vida, especialmente sabiduría. mamá y papá para que ustedes, como Los padres son los primeros catequistas mientras leía algunas de las encíclicas Por lo general las personas me pregun- padres, recuerden lo importante que son de la fe. Mis padres me enseñaron la fe sociales de nuestros Papas más recientes, tan cómo reaccionaron papá y mamá a mi como primeros maestros y catequistas de católica y me brindaron la educación para que reconocí que, a pesar de que no lo deseo de convertirme en sacerdote, espe- sus hijos. Ustedes tienen mucha más poder entender y valorar los sacramentos dijeran, nuestros padres nos enseñaban cialmente porque quise ingresar al semi- influencia de lo que ustedes mismos y la doctrina de la Iglesia. que el trabajo es una de las maneras de nario a muy temprana edad. Si bien cues- puedan reconocer. Le rezo a Dios para Me enseñaron por medio del ejemplo experimentar nuestra dignidad humana. tionaron de manera apropiada mis inten- que los bendiga en sus palabras y sencillo de sus vidas, así como también El difunto Papa Juan Pablo II, benefi- ciones, me ofrecieron su apoyo y ver- acciones. † con palabras oportunas a lo largo del ciario de la experiencia del trabajo arduo daderamente se sacrificaron para hacer camino. En cuanto a respetar la en su juventud, era especialmente posible que yo fuera a Saint Meinrad. Traducido por: Language Training Center, obligación de asistir a misa el domingo y elocuente en este particular. Durante mis Creo que no faltó una semana en 12 años Indianapolis en las fiestas de guardar, no había dis- vacaciones de verano del seminario, cusión. Lo mismo sucedía en el caso de mamá y papá se preocuparon por que yo La intención del Arzobispo Buechlein para vocaciones en septiembre respetar otras disciplinas asociadas con el tuviera diversas experiencias laborales, ejercicio de nuestra fe católica. Me siento que iban desde trabajar en una fábrica, Maestros/Directores de Educación Religiosa: ¡que ellos puedan contar con la fuer za y profundamente agradecido por el modo labrar la tierra, trabajar en una pastelería y dirección del Espíritu Santo cuando pasen la fe Católica a los jóvenes y les den ánimo a coherente como se me enseñó sobre lo realizar trabajos de limpieza. Mi papá me ellos a considerar las vocaciones al sacerdocio y la vida religiosa! que estaba bien y lo que estaba mal. decía: “Si quieres ser un sacerdote, tienes Page 6 The Criterion Friday, September 23, 2005 Events Calendar September 23 September 24 September 25 match, country store, food, Information: 317-787-8277, ext. shop on the use of herbs, Willlam S. Rea Park Golf Knights of St. John, 455 S. 5th Holy Rosary Parish, 520 games, quilts, rides. Informa- 239. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $75 per person Course, Terre Haute. Sisters of St., Richmond. Richmond Stevens St., Indianapolis. Faith tion: 812-836-2481. includes lunch. Information: St. Martin of Tours Education Providence, third annual Catholic Schools Alumni Asso- Formation Team, “A Year with 812-535-3131, ext. 538. Hole-y-One golf scramble, ciation, fourth annual October- the Saints” and “Apologetics MKVS and DM Center, Rex- Center, 1709 E. Harrison St., $300 per foursome, sign-in, fest, volkswalk, 9 a.m., accor- from A-Z,” sessions for chil- ville (located on 925 South, Martinsville. Rite of Christian October 2 Initiation of Adults (RCIA), 11 a.m., lunch, 11:30 a.m., play, dion music, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Ger- dren 4 years and older, sessions .8 mile east of 421 South, Holy Family Parish, 3027 Pearl 12 miles south of Versailles). 7 p.m. Information: 765-352- 1 p.m. Information: 812-535- man band, 5:30-9:30 p.m., food, for adults, 11:15-11:55 a.m. St., Oldenburg. Parish festival, games. Information: 765-962- Information: 317-636-4478. Mass, 3:30 p.m., with Father 0602 or 765-342-6379. 3131, ext. 117. 9 a.m.-8 p.m., food. Informa- 9261. Elmer Burwinkel. Information: 812-689-3551 or e-mail September 27- tion: 812-934-3013. Knights of Columbus, Council St. Christopher Parish, 5301 W. [email protected] or log November 1 #580, 204 N. 10th St., Rich- St. Lawrence Parish, 6944 E. 16th St., Indianapolis. Euchre 46th St., Indianapolis. Third party, 1:45 p.m., $3 per person. on to Schoenstatt website at Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Holy Family Council, Knights mond. Benefit Church Music annual Community Health www.seidata.com/~frburwink. Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meri- Ministry and K of Capital Fund of Columbus Hall, 200 N. Fair and Food Drive, canned St. Michael Parish, 11400 dian St., Indianapolis. Office of Drive, Chili Cook-off, Family Ministries, Divorce and Lynhurst Dr., Indianapolis. or non-perishable food item Farmers Lane, Bradford. Picnic St. Gabriel Parish, loft, 5505 Breakfast, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. 5:30 p.m., $5 adults, $3 chil- requested for free blood screen- and festival, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Bardstown Road, Louisville, Beyond Program, six-week Information: 317-240-3782. dren under 12. Information: ing, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Informa- chicken dinner, silent auction. Ky. Catholic Single Adults series, 7-9 p.m., $30 per person. 765-962-9526. tion: 317-546-4065. Information: 812-364-6646. Club, party, 8-10:30 p.m. Information: 317-236-1586 or 800-382-9836, ext. 1586. September 23-24 Information: 812-284-4349. Marian College, Ruth Lilly Our Lady of Perpetual Help Fayette County 4-H Fairgrounds, Student Center, 3200 Cold SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, September 27 September 29 Church, 1752 Scheller Lane, Expo Hall, Connersville. Benedict Inn Retreat and Con- Spring Rd., Indianapolis. 1347 N. Meridian St., Indiana- Indianapolis Convention Center, New Albany. New Albany St. Gabriel Parish, Fall Festival, ference Center, 1402 Southern Secular Franciscan Order polis. Catholic Charismatic Sagamore Ballroom, 100 S. Deanery Catholic conference, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., fried chicken Ave., Beech Grove. Ave Maria Renewal of Central Indiana, Capitol Ave., Indianapolis. meeting, “People of Peace,” “Called, Gifted and Nour- dinner, games. Information: 317- Guild, Fall card party, 11 a.m. healing conference, “25 Rea- Right to Life of Indianapolis, noon-2 p.m. Information: 317- ished by the Eucharist,” 825-8578. Information: 317-881-5818. sons Why Some Prayers Are 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Information: Celebrate Life Dinner, 6 p.m. 955-6775. Not Answered,” Fri. 7 p.m., 812-945-0354. Knights of St. John Hall, 312 S. reception, 7 p.m. dinner and October 1 Sat. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Infor- Wilder St., Greensburg. St. awards ceremony, $45 per per- St. Anne Parish, 102 N. 19th St. Alphonsus Parish, 1870 West mation: 317-592-1992. Indiana Roof Ballroom, 140 W. Lawrence Auxiliary, Fall Festi- son. Information: 317-582- St., New Castle. Bazaar, Oak St. Zionsville. Indianapolis Washington St., Indianapolis. val, turkey or beef dinners, 1526. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., handmade crafts, Office of Family Ministries and St. Rose of Lima, 114 Lancelot St. Francis Hospital and Health country store, carry-out avail- outdoor market, baked goods, the Lafayette Diocese, Mass for Dr., Franklin. Parish festival, Centers Healthcare Foundation, able, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. (EST). Roncalli High School, gym, lunch served. Information: 765- separated and divorced Fri., fish fry, Sat. Barbecue Chrysanthemum Ball, “An 3300 Prague Road, Indiana- 529-0933. pork dinner, rides, entertain- Evening under Autumn Stars,” St. Mark Parish, 5377 Acorn polis. “Recruiting 101,” learn Catholics and families, 2 p.m. ment. Information: 317-738- $300 per couple. Information: Road, Tell City. Parish festival, the value of academics in high Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Information: 317-236-1586 or 3929. 317-783-8950. 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m., shooting school and college, 7 p.m. St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Work- 800-382-9836, ext. 1586. †

1-2:30 p.m., $5 per session. Information: 812- Barbara Leonhard, presenter. Information: 812- October 20-December 15 Check It Out . . . 933-0661. 933-6437 or e-mail center@oldenburg Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “The October 2 osf.com. Spirit in These Times,” monthly series, Special event Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Dr., October 14 9-10:45 a.m., $30 series, $8 per session, Francis- Legionaries of Christ Father Jason Clark, St. Meinrad. Monte Cassino Pilgrimage, Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. can Father Carl Hawver, presenter. Information: who was ordained last November in Rome, will “African Devotion to Mary,” Benedictine Father 56th St., Indianapolis. “A Businessman’s 812-933-6437 or e-mail be returning to his home parish of St. Nicholas Michel-Benoît Moreira, presenter. Information: Lunch,” NFL player Ray McElroy, speaker, [email protected]. in Sunman this weekend. He will celebrate the 812-357-6501. lunch, noon, speaker, 12:30 p.m., $20 per per- October 21-22 5 p.m. Mass on Sept. 24 and the 7 a.m. and son. Information: 317-545-7681. 10:15 a.m. Masses on Sept. 25 at the parish Michaela Farm, 3127 N. State Road 229, Olden- Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Providence church, 6461 E. St. Nicholas Dr. A brunch burg. “Francis Fest,” 1-4 p.m. Information: October 14-16 Center, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Spirit Pro retreat reception will follow the last Mass on Sunday. 812-933-0661. Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. series, “Reconciliation in a World of Econo- Father Jason is returning to the United States to 56th St., Indianapolis. “No Teacher Left mic Pressure and Violence.” Information: 812- begin his first ministry assignment as spiritual October 3-4 Behind: A Teacher’s Retreat,” Loughlan 535-4531 or e-mail [email protected]. director at Oaklawn Academy in Edgerton, Wis. Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, Scofield, presenter. Information: 317-545-7681. 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “Discover- October 21-23 For more information, call the parish office at October 15 Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 812-623-2964. ing the 9 Personalities of Your Co-Workers.” Information: 317-788-7581 or e-mail Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indianapolis. Tobit Marriage Prep- Retreats [email protected]. 56th St., Indianapolis. “A Very Special Night: aration Weekend. Information: 317-545-7681. Dinner and a Show!” Scott Gregory, comedian, September 24 October 7-9 6:30 p.m. dinner, show, 7:15 p.m. $30 per per- Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Dr., Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, son. Information: 317-545-7681. 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “Spa Day for St. Meinrad. Weekend retreat, “Spirituality for 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “The Image Day-to-Day Living in the Rule of St. Bene- Women,” 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $100. Information: 317- Within.” Information: 317-788-7581 or e-mail Kordes Retreat Center, 841 E. 14th St., Ferdi- 788-7581 or e-mail [email protected]. dict,” Benedictine Father Harry Hagan, presen- [email protected]. nand, Ind. (Diocese of Evansville). “Praying ter. Information: www.saintmeinrad.edu or September 25 Without Words: An Introduction to [email protected]. Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Providence Mount Saint Francis Retreat Center, Floyd Centering Prayer.” Information: 800-880-2777 County. “Friends of Francis Retreat.” Infor- Center, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Spirit Pro retreat or e-mail [email protected]. Mount St. Francis Retreat Center, 101 St. An- mation: 812-923-8817 or e-mail series, “Labyrinth-Introductory,” Christian thony Dr., Mount St. Francis. Men’s retreat, [email protected]. Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center, Brother Barry Donaghue, presenter. Information: “Experiencing Jesus Man to Man.” Informa- 812-535-4531 or e-mail [email protected]. 1402 Southern Ave., Beech Grove. “Seasons of October 8 Life and Transformation.” Information: 317- tion: 812-923-8817 or e-mail retreats@mount September 26 Michaela Farm, 3127 N. State Road 229, 788-7581 or e-mail [email protected]. saintfrancis.org. Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. Oldenburg. “Painting a Brilliant Tree,” October 22 56th St., Indianapolis. Senior Mass and Social. Franciscan Sister Ann Vonder Meulen, presenter, Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. 1-4 p.m., $30. Information: 812-933- 0661. Kordes Retreat Center, 841 E. 14th St., Ferdi- Information: 317-545-7681. “Standing Together: For Children Ages nand, Ind. (Diocese of Evansville). “Cele- October 9 8-12,” 9 a.m-2 p.m., $25 per child, Franciscan brating Our Lives with Tales of Blessing.” September 27 Sister Ann Vonder Meulen, presenter. Informa- Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Dr., Information: 800-880-2777 or e-mail Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. tion: 812-933-6437 or e-mail center@oldenburg St. Meinrad. Monte Cassino Pilgrimage,“Our [email protected]. “Guidance in Prayer: Focusing on Praying osf.com. with Scripture,” fourth of four Tuesdays, Lady of the Rosary,” Benedictine Father Cyprian 1:30-3 p.m., $30 series, $10 per session, Davis, presenter. Information: 812-357-6501. October 15-16 Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. Franciscan Sister Janet Born, presenter. October 10 Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Providence “Halloween Shenanigans: For Children Ages Information: 812-933-6437 or e-mail Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. Center, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Spirit Pro retreat 8-12,” 1-3:30 p.m., $20 per child, $15 each addi- [email protected]. 56th St., Indianapolis. “A Morning for Mom,” series, “Journaling to Spiritual Awareness: tional child per session, Franciscan Sister Ann September 30-October 2 Fathers Bob Robeson and Jonathan Meyer, pre- Seeing the Sacred in Everything.” Informa- Vonder Meulen, presenter. Information: 812-933- senters, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., $20 per person tion: 812-535-4531 or e-mail 6437 or e-mail [email protected]. † Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Providence [email protected]. Center, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Spirit Pro retreat includes continental breakfast and lunch. Infor- series, “Making Space for the Sacred: A mation: 317-545-7681. October 16 VIPs... Celtic Way of Prayer,” Marlene Kropf, facilita- October 11 Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Providence tor. Information: 812-535-4531 or e-mail Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. Day Center, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Spirit Pro retreat Daniel and Elizabeth (Hoereth) Myers, [email protected]. of Reflection, “Our Choice: Blessed or series, “Labyrinth-Introductory.” Information: members of St. Barnabas Parish in Indianapolis, Stressed,” 9 a.m.-3 p.m., $45, includes lunch, 812-535-4531 or e-mail [email protected]. celebrated their Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, St. Mary-of-the- Franciscan Sister Patty Campbell, presenter. 50th wedding Woods. Sisters of Providence, retreat for women Information: 812-933-6437 or e-mail Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Dr., anniversary on considering religious life, “Providence: Tend- St. Meinrad. Monte Cassino Pilgrimage, [email protected]. Sept. 10 with a ing our Sacred Center,” Providence Sister “Taking Mary as Our Own,” Benedictine Novice Mary Alice Zander, retreat leader, registration October 11-13 Joseph von Hazmburg, presenter. Information: Mass and reception deadline Sept. 23. Information: 812-535-3131, Saint Meinrad Archabbey, 100 Hill Dr., 812-357-6501. at their parish. The ext. 124. St. Meinrad. Mid-week retreat, “St. Benedict’s couple was mar- Way,” Benedictine Brother Maurus Zoeller, pre- October 17 ried on Sept. 10, Holiday Inn South Airport, 2715 Fern Valley senter. Information: www.saintmeinrad.edu or Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 1955, at Sacred 56th St., Indianapolis. Day of Reflection, Road, Louisville, Ky. Louisville Catholic [email protected]. Heart Church in “Touching Our Spirit: Art, Symbols and Charismatic Renewal conference, “Walk In Indianapolis. They The Spirit.” Information: 502-968-0004. October 13-27 Metaphors,” Father Jeffrey Godecker, presen- Oldenburg Franciscan Center, Oldenburg. “The ter. Information: 317-545-7681. have seven chil- October 1 Theme of Conversion in Scripture and Life Ex- dren: Joan Bellitto, Michaela Farm, 3127 N. State Road 229, Olden- periences,” “There’s Hope!” three Thursdays, Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. Laura Heinrich, Mary Sheets, Clare, Andy, Jim burg. Yard and Garden Series, “Preparing for 2-3:30 p.m., afternoon session, 7-8:30 p.m. 56th St., Indianapolis. Monthly prayer service, and Mike Myers. They also have 16 grand- the Future,” Joan and Joe Stevens, presenters, evening session, $30 series, Franciscan Sister 5:30-6 p.m. Information: 317-545-7681. children. † The Criterion Friday, September 23, 2005 Page 7

La Repubblica. The account confirmed that an electrocardiogram was POPE The Vatican’s chronology said the pope went into a administered for more than 20 minutes before the declara- continued from page 1 coma that evening at 7 p.m. Medical monitoring equip- tion of death, to verify the cessation of heart activity. ment tracked the steady loss of vital functions. The supplement’s brief introduction in Latin made a infection. “Following a Polish tradition, a small lit candle illumi- point of underlining the fact that a great multitude, espe- The Vatican promptly took steps to arrange “all the nated the semidarkness of the room, where the pope was cially young people, made their way to St. Peter’s Square necessary therapeutic steps and cardiorespiratory assis- passing away,” it said. as the pope lay dying, “as if to sit with him” and show tance,” it said. The chronology said Church officials At 8 p.m. a Mass marking the feast of Divine Mercy their affection. respected the pope’s “explicit desire” to remain in his resi- was celebrated at the pope’s bedside, the chronology said. The condolences and testimonials published in the vol- dence and not be taken to the hospital, underlining that The feast, instituted by Pope John Paul, is celebrated the ume were written messages received by the College of sufficient medical facilities had been set up in the Sunday after Easter. Cardinals, the Vatican Secretariat of State or the papal Vatican’s Apostolic Palace. Archbishop Stanislaw Dziwisz, the pope’s longtime chamberlain. There were messages from representatives of When Mass was celebrated at the pope’s bedside that Polish secretary, celebrated the Mass. Among those pre- 162 countries, including many world leaders. Others evening, the pontiff followed it with half-closed eyes. He sent were Cardinal Jaworski; Polish Archbishop Stanislaw expressing admiration for the late pope included Cuba’s was able to weakly raise his right arm twice, when the bread Rylko, head of the Pontifical Council for the Laity; and Fidel Castro, Libya’s Moammar Gadhafi and Iranian and wine were consecrated. Polish Msgr. Mieczyslaw Mokrzycki, another personal President Mohammad Khatami. After receiving the anointing of the sick that evening secretary. No message from the U.S. government appeared in the from Latin-rite Cardinal Marian Jaworski of Lviv, Ukraine, “Polish religious songs accompanied the Mass and book. a longtime friend of the pontiff, the pope received blended with those of the young people and the multitude In a televised message on April 2, U.S. President Communion and asked to celebrate a “eucharistic hour” of of faithful, who were gathered in prayer in St. Peter’s George W. Bush said of the pope’s death: “The Catholic meditation and prayer. Square,” the chronology said. Church has lost its shepherd, the world has lost a cham- At 6 a.m. on April 1, the pope, “conscious and serene,” “At 9:37 p.m., John Paul II went to sleep in the Lord,” pion of human freedom, and a good and faithful servant of celebrated Mass, the account said. At 7:15 a.m. he listened it said. God has been called home.” † to the recitation of the Way of the Cross and made the sign of the cross at each station. As the prayers continued throughout the day, the pope’s medical situation worsened, with gradual circulatory, respi- ratory and kidney failure, it said. “The patient, with visible participation, shared in the con- tinual prayers of those who were assisting him,” it said. On April 2, by the time of the morning Mass, the pope had begun to lose consciousness. In the late morning, after receiving for the last time the Vatican secretary of state, Cardinal Angelo Sodano, the pope’s temperature rose rapidly. “Toward 3:30 p.m., with a very weak voice and mumbled words, in the Polish language, the Holy Father asked: ‘Let me go to the house of the Father,’ ” it said. Sister Tobiana Sobodka, a member of the Handmaidens of the Sacred Heart of Jesus who headed the team of Polish nuns in the papal household, heard the pope say the phrase, according to the pope’s personal physician, Dr. Renato Buzzonetti, who was quoted in the Rome newspaper CNS photo from L'Osservatore Romano

Two girls look at the tomb of Pope John Paul II on April 14 in a grotto under St. Peter’s Basilica. The Vatican opened the site to the public on April 13.

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preparation program and in marriage Sean Gallagher Photo by you hear them start talking about holy preparation. orders,” he said. “One thing that a lot “I hope to get better and better, and to of us had never thought that we’d receive learn more,” he said. “I just want to keep was holy orders and now we’re talking working in my parish because our about it. It’s very exciting and very mov- Hispanic ministry is very large and we ing.” definitely need help. Of course, this is After the Mass, French’s wife Terri pretty good because we are learning how expressed the joy that the other wives to serve not only the Hispanic commu- and family members showed during the nity but the community as a whole.” applause given to the candidates twice Benedictine Father Bede Cisco, direc- during the liturgy. tor of the archdiocesan Office of Deacon “It’s jubilation,” she said. “This is Formation, said the day was a “real joy” total joy, knowing that what he’s been for him and that he values the pledge that doing all along in our parish, he’s now the deacon candidates made during the going to get the opportunity to do even Mass. more. We’re all so proud of him.” “It’s a confirmation of my sense that Although he was happy to have these guys are very committed and ser- arrived at the day, deacon candidate vice-oriented individuals,” he said. “I’m Emilio Ferrer-Soto, a member of glad to see them making that commit- St. Patrick Parish in Indianapolis, was ment and continuing in their formation. I Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein gives deacon candidate Donald Dearman, a member of St. Rita Parish also looking forward to continuing in the think it’s a witness to the Church that this in Indianapolis, a certificate recognizing the declaration of his intention to continue in the first arch- formation program. kind of willingness to serve the Church is diocesan deacon formation program. Dearman is one of the 25 men from across central and southern Over the last year, he participated in very present in our local Church.” † Indiana who are preparing to be ordained as the archdiocese’s first permanent deacons.

Providence Sister Jeanne Hagelskamp work-study program. The feasibility study cities in which it’s already been SCHOOL was named project coordinator and is showed more than 40 corporations that launched—it’s going to fulfill an unmet continued from page 1 excited about the opportunities the school were very interested. need that could create a brighter future for will provide for economically disadvan- “We’re delighted in the overwhelming many deserving students if we are all will- Msgr. Schaedel invited 12 communities to taged students. interest because, according to the Cristo ing to work hard to make it happen.” come learn about the project, and in the Of the students who attend one of the Rey Network, only 25 are needed for Sister Jeanne recently presented the end, the Sisters of Providence showed archdiocesan center-city elementary starting up,” Sister Jeanne said. final proposal for the school to the interest in making the school part of their schools, 53 percent fall below the federal Having so many interested companies Council of Priests and to the College of mission. poverty line, Sister Jeanne said. However, makes her want to open the school as soon Consultors, both of which unanimously Providence Sister Ann Margaret only 7 percent of students in the inter- as possible. approved of the plans, and recommended O’Hara, general superior of the Sisters of parochial high schools live in poverty. “We’ve got some companies and corpo- that Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein Providence, believes that being involved “We are convinced that that gap isn’t rations on board, and we don’t want to allow the project to move forward. in opening a Cristo Rey Network high because students don’t want a Catholic leave them hanging—we’re afraid we’re “The archbishop and the archdiocese school is tied to the mission of the Sisters. education,” she said. “Many just can’t going to lose the momentum if we wait have shown in the past 15 years pretty “Our motto is ‘breaking boundaries, afford it.” another year,” she said. “Thus, our aim is much a profound commitment to inner- creating hope,’ ” Sister Ann Margaret said. She thinks that the proposed Cristo Rey to open our doors in fall 2006.” city education, particularly at the elemen- “It was clear that this fit well with the Network high school would help meet that “They’re ready to go,” Lentz said tary level,” Msgr. Schaedel said. “We still mission of the Sisters of Providence. We need. regarding the excitement of the Sisters of are not able to serve the needs of all the do believe it’s all about breaking bound- One of the things that Sister Jeanne Providence for this project. inner-city children the way we’d like to, aries and creating hope for these stu- said is required to open such a high school “I think it’s an exciting venture for us mainly for lack of funds. dents—and hope for the future of is the agreement of a certain number of in Indianapolis,” Sister Jeanne said, “and “We’re enthusiastic about the unique Indianapolis.” businesses that they would take part in the it’s one that’s proven to work in the other approach of a Cristo Rey school.” † Pope says sacred reading of Scripture could help spiritual life ROME (CNS)—The ancient tradition of (“The Word of God”), the Second Vatican pastoral activity, the pope said. that solves every problem in one fell lectio divina or sacred reading of Scripture Council’s document on Scripture and reve- The pope described lectio divina as “the swoop,” the cardinal said it was “an impor- should be promoted as a way to enrich the lation. assiduous study of holy Scripture, accompa- tant pastoral task” that would help remind spiritual life of the Church, Pope Benedict Pope Benedict reminded his audience nied by prayer, [which] initiates that intimate the faithful that the Bible dealt “with God’s XVI said in an address to biblical experts. that he was “a young exchange” between God word and God’s reality” and not “human “The Church must always renew and reju- theologian” who took and the individual. words and theses.” venate herself” through “the Word of God, part in the “lively dis- ‘One must never forget “By reading, we listen Cardinal Kasper said the word of God which never gets old or expires,” he said. cussions” at the time that the word of God is to God who speaks and, “is not intended as instruction on some The pope urged a renewal of this ancient that resulted in Dei by praying, we reply to supernatural facts or doctrines to which tradition, saying he was convinced it would Verbum. the lamp for our feet and him with faithful open- mankind has no access through the intellect “bring a new spiritual springtime to the “The Church and the a light to our path.’ ness of heart,” he said. alone.” Church if promoted effectively.” word of God are insepa- “One must never for- Revelation is “a communicative process The pope’s message came in a Sept. 16 rably linked,” he said. get that the word of God from person to person” in which God address at his summer residence of Castel The Vatican II document affirmed that is the lamp for our feet and a light to our speaks to people “as friends out of the Gandolfo to some 500 biblical experts, schol- “the Church does not live off herself, but off path,” the pope said. abundance of his love.” ars and pastoral leaders attending an interna- the Gospel, and it is from the Gospel that In a Sept. 14 address to congress partici- The sacred Scriptures, therefore, do “not tional conference in Rome. the Church always and again draws guid- pants at the meeting’s venue in Rome, give us something”; rather they give people The Catholic Biblical Federation and the ance for her journey,” he said. Cardinal Walter Kasper, head of the “access to the Father” and allow the faithful Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian The practice of lectio divina should be Christian unity council, also called for a “to participate in divine nature” and be in Unity sponsored the congress commemorat- encouraged, even using “carefully consid- renewal of the sacred reading of Scripture. “fellowship” with God, Jesus and one ing the 40th anniversary of “Dei Verbum” ered new methods” as a mainstay in biblical While lectio divina was “not a panacea another, he said. †

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By Fr. W. Thomas Faucher 21st-century Catholicism. However, little more than 100 years I was visiting London on July 7, ago, many Catholic leaders still thought

2005, when terrorists set off bombs on that “error had no right,” meaning that CNS photo from Reuters the underground trains and on a bus. no other religion really had a right to Within hours, British Prime Minister exist. Tony Blair said the bombings were the It was Vatican Council II in the 1960s work of Islamic terrorists then added that dealt openly with the entire issue of that the terrorist attacks should not be the fundamental right of people to blamed on all Muslims. choose their religious beliefs and prac- The next day, I had the chance to tices. speak with a London Muslim who The ultimate importance of religious works as a cab driver and was worried freedom is that with it a person can that—despite the prime minister’s choose to make a real commitment to words—many people in Britain would God. blame all Muslims for the actions of a When I have the freedom to choose, I few people. can truly take responsibility for the He had been born in London, and he choices I have made in life. was English through and through. I was baptized Catholic as an infant, He spoke of the freedom he had but at some point in my life I had to experienced while growing up in a take that commitment of my parents and country where he could practice any make it my own. religion he wanted and how important Catholicism ultimately requires that that freedom was to him. we make an adult commitment to being But now, he worried that the very a true part of the Church, a commitment religious freedom he cherished might be to be a true disciple of Jesus Christ. taken away from him. He worried that a Yes, it is this very freedom that gives mob might burn his mosque or threaten so many young Catholics the opportu- his children. He worried that he might nity to walk away from the practice of no longer be free to be Muslim. their faith. It was a good lesson for me in the Yes, this freedom allows people to go fragility of religious freedom in contem- for years without ever entering a church. porary society. This freedom makes it possible for We, like the people of England and men and women with eight or 12 or many other countries, take our religious 16 years of Catholic education to say freedom for granted. We have grown up they have no faith. with the freedom to be a member of any But it is this same freedom that gives religion or no religion. all these people the opportunity to come I never have suffered simply for home when they finally allow the grace A message of tolerance is attached to flowers near the site of the bus bombing in London in July. being a Catholic. If that is what I choose of God to touch them. Americans, like the people of Britain, have a tendency to take religious freedom for granted. They need to be, that is my right. In our world, people choose their reli- to remember to guard freedom of religion in society and not allow terrorist acts to cause them to But just under the surface of that gion. That means taking responsibility brand an entire religion for the sake of a few people. freedom is the reality that the religion for their choice. people choose to live by can cause great No one forces me to be a Catholic. anger in others. So when I make that choice, I am doing Free people can respond to grace I have a foster son who spent some it of my own free will and am account- time in jail in a city in a southwestern able for that decision. By Fr. Herbert Weber thanks that he was allowed to practice his U.S. state. This is a truly awesome gift so we faith, which gave him an internal freedom. One Sunday, he went to Mass at the need to guard the freedom of religion in During a discussion with Death Row In one of the Second Vatican Council’s jail, only to find himself the only Anglo society. We have to make sure that we inmates, the topic turned to freedom. documents, “Dignitatis Humanae” in a room filled with Hispanics. do not fall victim to religious prejudice “I’m incarcerated,” Larry said, “but I (“Declaration on Religious Freedom”), When he returned to his cellblock, he and judgment. may be freer in here than I was outside. the council boldly asserted the right to was beaten to a pulp by members of the Thus, we cannot allow acts of terror Out there, I thought I was free, but I freedom of religious practice and called Aryan Nation for being a “Mexican in the world to give us cause to brand an wasn’t because of my way of life. Here, I on all people to use their freedom to seek lover.” However, the word they used was entire religion for the actions of a few have learned to be free. They can’t con- truth and act accordingly. not “Mexican.” people. trol my spirit.” The right to religious freedom is fun- The reaction of the jailers apparently Catholics need religious freedom so Religious freedom is more than being damental to people of all nations. When was that if he was stupid enough to go that we can openly and honestly choose able to practice one’s faith. It is also the people are free, they can truly respond to to Mass with the Mexicans then he to be members of the Church and take freedom that flows from the practice of God’s grace. deserved the beating that he got from responsibility for our decision. that faith. some of the other inmates. For Larry, whom I visited for five years, (Father Herbert Weber is the founding The freedom to choose and practice (Father W. Thomas Faucher is pastor of weekly celebration of the Eucharist was pastor of Blessed John XXIII Parish in your religion is a very important part of St. Mary Parish in Boise, Idaho.) † central to his life. He often expressed Perrysburg, Ohio.) † Discussion Point Religious freedom is important This Week’s Question “It is important to privately practice our religion, but to practice it publicly is crucial because by doing this Why do you think freedom of religion is an important right today? in a community we bear witness and support one another. Unfortunately, those of us who have had this “I can’t imagine what it would be like to meet on the freedom take it for granted.” (Louise Murdock, North sly, in secret. It would take the glory out of the prac- Providence, R.I.) tice of our faith. Freedom in expressing yourself is so much a part of religion. It would be stifling not to be Lend Us Your Voice able to do it.” (JoAnn Brown, Faith, S.D.) An upcoming edition asks: Do you have a favorite bib- “Practicing faith freely is important because [when lical story that says a lot about how to live morally? you are] studying history and political geography today you can see the problems with central govern- To respond for possible publication, send an e-mail ment control. I don’t want the United States to drift to [email protected] or write to Faith there because I want to pursue my faith as I wish.” Alive! at 3211 Fourth St. N.E., Washington, D.C. (John W. Barron, Cary, N.C.) 20017-1100. † Jr. Ed Foster CNS photo by Page 10 The Criterion Friday, September 23, 2005 Perspectives From the Editor Emeritus/John F. Fink Looking Around/ Fr. William J. Byron S.J. Jesus in the Gospels: The good shepherd Reflections in See John 10:1-21 and Ezekiel Chapter 34 the opening. With the shepherd near, the But Jesus still wasn’t finished. “I will sheep felt secure from the attack of wild lay down my life for my sheep,” he said, the aftermath Jesus used the allegory of a good shep- animals. indicating for the first time that his herd to contrast himself with the Pharisees “I am the gate,” Jesus said. “Whoever death would be redemptive. His death with whom he had enters through me will be saved.” would somehow be beneficial to his fol- of Katrina been arguing. The Sheep are docile animals, quickly lowers! Pharisees, he said, did learning the voice of their shepherd. Then he gave up his allegory of the Hurricane Katrina prompts some to ask: not recognize Jesus’ Therefore, Jesus said, he not only was good shepherd in order to be more specific: Why didn’t God prevent it from happening? voice, but the people the gate for the sheep, he was also a good He said that his Father loved him precisely Who can say? Who did. shepherd. He contrasted himself with the because he was going to lay down his life. knows the mind of In the rural society Pharisees, the “hired men” who do not And not only lay it down, but also to take God? But all should of Palestine, the ways really care for the sheep. it up again. He was not only going to con- know that there is a of sheep and shep- Jesus was hardly the first person to crit- sent to his own death, but would be distinction between herds were well icize the Jewish leaders for neglecting actively involved in it: “No one takes it God’s positive and per- known, especially among the Jews who their sheep. The prophet Ezekiel devoted from me, but I lay it down on my own.” missive will. God offered sheep as sacrifice. The concept of the chapter referenced at the top of this He continued, “I have power to lay it doesn’t positively God as the shepherd of Israel was a con- column to lambasting the leaders: “Thus down, and power to take it up again.” He inflict harm. stant theme in the Old Testament. says the Lord God: Woe to the shepherds would die, he said, in order to rise again Permitting it, how- In his good shepherd discourse, Jesus of Israel who have been pasturing them- because it was both his will and his ever, is another story. first compared himself with the gate for selves! Should not shepherds, rather, pas- Father’s that the human race was to be God did not strike in this case; a natural the sheep. When a shepherd let his sheep ture sheep?” redeemed through his death and resurrec- disaster did. Why and to what purpose, graze in the Judean wilderness during the Jesus then went on to say that he had tion. We might add that it was also the then, did God, the creator of all things nat- day, he would herd them into a three-sided other sheep, too—a reference to the will of the Holy Spirit since there is only ural, permit it? I can’t say and don’t know structure at night. Then, if there were no Gentiles who, by the time John’s Gospel one will in the three persons of the anyone who can. actual gate out in the wilderness, he him- was written, formed a large percentage of Trinity. Until now, though, Jesus had not Is God trying to tell us something? May- self would serve as the gate by sleeping in the Christian Church. revealed the Spirit. † be. God’s message would surely be one of love for the victims, survivors, rescue work- ers and caregivers. God may well be calling Cornucopia/Cynthia Dewes the rest of us to commit ourselves to rebuilding New Orleans and the Gulf Coast Pay attention, because God knows your name communities. Moved by the spectacle of death and destruction in the wake of If we live long enough, we come to Despair, anger and denial of God’s good- God calls our name, for whatever reason, Katrina, we have to think of ourselves as understand that change is the name of our ness are natural reactions to their plight. we must be ready to obey, just as nature having responsibilities now toward suffer- game here on earth. Mulling this over the other day, I responds to God’s direction in ways often ing people with whom we are locked hand Over time, almost remembered a meditation on Psalm 147 mysterious to us. in hand in the same human nature. every relationship, that I’d read in the August 2005 issue of While we’re not often called to answer Much of what happened in New Orleans activity or product will St. Anthony Messenger magazine. Author a challenge like Hurricane Katrina’s dam- could have been prevented by better engi- change because of Sandy Howison wrote that this psalm is age, we are called daily to follow God’s neering and stronger political will. death, illness, natural “a hymn which praises God for God’s will. Young mothers are often called to Depending on how we now respond to this disaster or human balance caring for their families with earn- disaster, we might find ourselves better off invention. Only God ing needed money outside the home. for the experience—larger of heart, more remains constant. ‘While we’re not often called to Employees follow the call to perform the fully conscious participants in genuine Often, people need answer a challenge like best work they can, and employers to human solidarity. The evidence for that will to rethink what they Hurricane Katrina’s damage, we direct their workers fairly and respectfully. have to become visible in terms of justice believe God expects of them. Jesus scandal- are called daily to follow God’s Married folks are called to fidelity to and love for one another. But hope is ized religious Jews because he preached will.’ their spouses and single people, whether strained and faith is being put to the test following the spirit, rather than the letter, of lay, clergy, religious, homosexual or het- because there is now so much evidence to their ancient law. If that meant helping erosexual, are called to chastity. Children the contrary in our world—including that someone out of a ditch or feeding a hungry twofold activity: the creation and care of are called to obedience and respect for corner of the world we call New Orleans. person on the Sabbath, so be it. the universe as a whole, and the salva- parents and teachers, and Church leaders Only shame can accompany our aware- It seems people change their minds tion and care of a special people, Israel.” are called to prayerful performance of ness that those most heavily hit in New about what they expect from God as well. “The power that ‘numbers all the stars’ their duties. Orleans were poor black people living on The Jews prayed for rain or food, relief (verse 4) is the same one that ‘heals the bro- All of us are called to feel and demon- the margins in a city that for years has dis- from physical deprivations or mental kenhearted’ (verse 5) and ‘sustains the poor’ strate concern for others, not only our rela- played characteristics of a Third World anguish. With Christ’s coming, they learned (verse 6),” she wrote. “The dynamic word tives and friends, but also people we’ll country. Too many, not all by any means, to pray that they understand God’s will and which natural phenomena obey (verses never meet. And all of us are called to but too many white, rich and powerful peo- be given the grace to carry it out, regardless 15-18) is the same word that gives Israel its pray constantly to do God’s will. We can’t ple have been content to do nothing about of some man-made prohibition. covenant law and expects Israel likewise to escape God’s calls because, as Howison the situation, just to coexist with the This fact can be hard to take in the wake obey (verses 11, 19-20).” wrote, God knows us by name. poverty and racism in a city we like to call of a terrible disaster such as the recent hur- We are the chosen people, the “Israel” to “The Big Easy.” ricane in the Gulf states. Innocent folks whom God speaks, and Howison reminds (Cynthia Dewes, a member of St. Paul the St. Basil the Great said, “Sin is the mis- wonder, Why me? What did we do to us that, “Just as God knows the names of all Apostle Parish in Greencastle, is a regular use of powers given us by God for doing deserve this? Where do we go from here? the stars, he knows my name also.” When columnist for The Criterion.) † good.” How we use our power now in rebuilding the Gulf Coast and the city of New Orleans has something to say about Faithful Lines/Shirley Vogler Meister our prospects for avoiding sin and working out our own salvation. Ancient prayer finds place in moder n lives And how we use our intellectual power to come up with a way of neutralizing or One day years ago, a good friend Some of us know that the “Jesus, I prayer time or while doing ordinary daily “bombing” slow-moving, incipient hurri- stopped by to share details of a trau- do believe. Help my unbelief” prayer tasks.” canes long before they hit land is not just a matic time she had comes directly from the Gospels, too: This Jesus prayer practice, evolving scientific and engineering question, but a experienced in Mark 9: 14-29. This passage tells how a during early Christianity, fulfills the genuine moral challenge. another state and then man in a crowd took his demon-pos- command to “pray without ceasing” in There were doubters, even scoffers, again upon her return sessed son to the Apostles for healing, 1 Thessalonians 5:17. Julie writes, when President John F. Kennedy said that to Indiana. Despite but they could not cast out the harmful “Modern Orthodox Christians often do within a decade we would put a man on the her normally deep spirit. The father describes to Jesus how this with a ‘prayer rope’ … a circlet of moon. I’d like to hear President George W. faith, she said her his son suffers, and Jesus says, “All woven knots often made of wool … Bush make a similar declaration now with faith was sorely things are possible to him who believes.” much like rosary beads. …” respect to nipping hurricanes in the bud. tested. One night, she The man immediately cries out, “I To learn more about the Jesus prayer, Perhaps it cannot be done. Perhaps science repeatedly prayed, believe. Help my unbelief,” and his son readers can find Julie McCarty’s column holds no cold-reaction solution. But I’d rest “Jesus, I do believe. was healed. (and others) at www.thecatholicspirit.com/ easier if I knew that no scientific stone is Help my unbelief”—and her inner con- Only recently, I learned about another archives.php?article=2208. There, Julie lists being left unturned in the search for such a flict disappeared. Jesus prayer that Easter Orthodox resources for the information she gives. I solution. This was the first time I had heard a Christians pray: “Lord Jesus Christ, Son am grateful she allows me to share her All I can think about as I look at the dev- “Jesus prayer.” Since then, I’ve learned of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.” excellent work with my readers. astation Katrina left behind is that it’s time various versions and in times of spiritual Julie McCarty—a columnist and an One more thing: Julie points out that to get to work on the search for preventive darkness find myself praying those same associate member of the Catholic Press nine years ago, Pope John Paul II called solutions. Prayer, of course, is important, words or “Lord, I do believe. Help my Association (as am I)—taught me this via the Jesus prayer “a great treasure” and but prayer without work is no real prayer at unbelief” or similar words. her column “The Prayerful Heart,” which said when it is practiced regularly “this all. Both prayer and the scientific search for None of us is immune to acting or appears in The Catholic Spirit, serving rich invocation becomes … the soul’s preventive solutions are two contributions thinking like a “doubting Thomas,” who St. Paul and Minneapolis, Minn. Julie very breath,” increasing awareness of we might now make by way of compas- was an Apostle of Jesus. Thomas ques- explained how “the Orthodox Christian Christ’s loving presence. sionate reaction to one of the greatest nat- tioned Christ’s resurrection from the repeats this Jesus Prayer in a slow, medi- ural disastes this nation has ever seen. dead, but then received proof. This is tative, reverent fashion in an effort to (Shirley Vogler Meister, a member of found in John 20: 24-30 of the New focus his or her mind on the presence of Christ the King Parish in Indianapolis, is (Jesuit Father William J. Byron is a colum- Testament. God … This can be done during regular a regular columnist for The Criterion.) † nist for Catholic News Service.) † The Criterion Friday, September 23, 2005 Page 11

Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time/Msgr. Owen F. Campion The Sunday Readings Daily Readings Monday, Sept. 26 or Revelation 12:7-12a Sunday, Sept. 25, 2005 Cosmas, martyr Psalm 138:1-5 Damian, martyr John 1:47-51 • Ezekiel 18:25-28 Characteristic of this epistle is its soar- Zechariah 8:1-8 ing testimony to Christ, the Lord, the • Philippians 2:1-11 Psalm 102:2, 16-23 Friday, Sept. 30 • Matthew 21:28-32 Savior. This weekend’s reading is fully consistent with this characteristic. Luke 9:46-50 Jerome, priest and doctor of Scholars think that this passage was an the Church The Book of Ezekiel is the source of ancient hymn sung by early Christians Tuesday, Sept. 27 Baruch 1:15-22 this weekend’s first reading. Ezekiel is when they met for worship. It is one of Vincent de Paul, priest Psalm 79:1-5, 8-9 regarded as one of the the most magnificent acclamations in the three greatest prophets New Testament. Zechariah 8:20-23 Luke 10:13-16 of ancient Israel, the St. Matthew’s Gospel is the source of Psalm 87:1-7 others being Jeremiah the third reading. Luke 9:51-56 Saturday, Oct. 1 and Isaiah. The passage is an exchange between Thérèse of the Child Jesus, Second only to the Jesus and priests and elders. It is not sur- Wednesday, Sept. 28 virgin and doctor Exodus, the defining prising that such an encounter took place. Wenceslaus, martyr Baruch 4:5-12, 27-29 moment in the history While religion was a favorite topic for of ancient Israel was everyone at the time, priests and persons Lawrence Ruiz, martyr Psalm 69:33-37 the period of captivity learned in Judaism would have been espe- and his companions, martyrs Luke 10:17-24 of Hebrews in cially intrigued by what Jesus said. Nehemiah 2:1-8 Babylon, the capital of the then-powerful God is the father in the parable. The Psalm 137:1-6 Sunday, Oct. 2 Babylonian Empire, a city located in what vineyard represents the people of Israel, Luke 9:57-62 Twenty-seventh Sunday in today is Iraq. The exile occurred in the borrowing a well-known image from the sixth century B.C. prophets. Scholars suggest several possi- Ordinary Time For the Hebrew people, it was a heart- bilities regarding the sons, but one sug- Thursday, Sept. 29 Isaiah 5:1-7 breaking time. They were so far from their gestion is that the first son represents Michael, Gabriel and Raphael, Psalm 80:9, 12-16, 19-20 homeland. The exile seemed as if it would Israel and the other son represents gen- archangels Philippians 4:6-9 last forever. Indeed, it lasted for four gen- tiles and sinners. Obviously, the second Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 Matthew 21:33-43 erations. The exiles were an insignificant, son, not the heir, is true to God. small minority in a great pagan metropolis. Ezekiel wrote during this period. It is Reflection easy to imagine the outrage and disgust The readings for this weekend are very Question Corner/Fr. John Dietzen that surely came to Ezekiel’s ears from much in the theme of readings heard dur- the lips of the exiles. Where is God? He ing the weekends of late summer and now promised us protection. Where is it? We early fall. The Church is calling us to disci- are God’s elect among all people. Why pleship. It asks us to follow the Lord. God’s saving grace is not must we endure this mistreatment by However, the Church paints no false pagans? picture. Sin disrupts our relationship with The prophet turns the tables. He con- God. We cannot minimize our sinfulness. limited to the sacraments fronts the people with their own sinful- Perhaps our sins leave us with feelings of ness. Where is their devotion to God? guilt and hopelessness. A few weeks ago, you answered a imply some sort of two-tiered final goal How faithful have they been in being We need not forsake hope. If we are as Qquestion about unbaptized babies, for human beings. One is eternal life God’s people? No one realistically could loyal as the second son in Matthew’s story, but you didn’t men- with God. The other is a “natural” hap- have argued that there had been no sin. as wholehearted in our love for Jesus as is tion limbo. We don’t piness apart from God where people Who deserted whom? What then about shown in the hymn in Philippians, then hear much about that “go” who for no fault of their own do “fairness”? Has God been unfair? God will forgive us and welcome us to anymore. not reach the top level. For the second reading, the Church everlasting life. † While I don’t have The catechism plainly teaches other- offers us this weekend a reading from the children, I think wise. There is only one final goal, one Epistle to the Romans. information about desire of happiness for all humanity: life Many early Christians were Jews, at Readers may submit prose limbo, a place of nat- with and in the God who created us. We least by birth. Many Jews had been pious ural happiness even may attain that goal or we may reject it in their religious practice and were or poetry for faith column without God, would by our own fault, but there is no half-hap- well-versed in Judaism. Many other early The Criterion invites readers to sub- be consoling to par- piness somewhere in between. Christians were from pagan backgrounds. mit original prose or poetry relating to ents whose babies die before they can be God has raised us to a supernatural In many Christian communities, persons of faith or experiences of prayer for pos- baptized. (New York) life, inviting us to share his life in a way both traditions lived side by side. sible publication in the “My Journey to far beyond our natural capacities. Quite likely, such was the case in God” column. First, I have a strong feeling that if Having done that, there is, so to speak, Philippi. Jewish symbols and references Seasonal reflections also are appre- Ayou had children you would think no going back. appear. However, the city in no sense was ciated. Please include name, address, differently. The thought of their children The desire for this happiness, says the Jewish. It was thoroughly pagan, an impor- parish and telephone number with sub- never being with God in eternity would catechism, is part of our nature, a gift of tant military base in the Roman Empire. It missions. be excruciating to most Christian God, a calling addressed to every human was situated in what now is Greece. Send material for consideration to parents. being. The ultimate goal, therefore, of Considering that Christians were in the “My Journey to God,” The Criterion, The fact is that, despite all the talk every human person and of everything minority, the epistle had to reinforce their P.O. Box 1717, Indianapolis, IN 46206 about limbo (Latin for “fringe” or “bor- people do is the same: to share in the commitment to the Lord and challenge or e-mail to [email protected]. † der”) even in some older catechisms, the very happiness of God (#1718-#1719). them to withstand paganism. Church never did have much to say We don’t know the details of how about it. God does all this, of course, but we For hundreds of years, Christians just don’t need to know that. My Journey to God assumed that God took care of unbap- As Pope John Paul II said in his book tized infants in his own way. A few Crossing the Threshold of Hope, God is theologians once held that unbaptized unendingly at work in the sacraments children suffered some type of pain, but “as well as in other ways that are known Quiet Peace by the 12th or 13th centuries that idea to him alone” (p. 134). was pretty much abandoned. Or as the catechism puts it, “God has Questions come Later on, limbo became the focus of bound salvation to the sacrament of bap- and answers far away heated theological debate when a hereti- tism, but he himself is not bound by his elude us, cal sect called Jansenists taught that all sacraments” (#1257). In other words, as perplex us, infants dying without baptism are con- I said previously, God respects his sacra- and hang demned to hell. ments and makes them effective, but his in some unknown realm. In 1794, Pope Pius VI condemned saving grace is not limited to them. this opinion. He said in effect that one The one defined reality may believe in a limbo, a “middle state” (A free brochure on ecumenism, includ- is closer than we know. of happiness that is not heaven with ing questions on intercommunion and God, and still be a Catholic (“Errors of other ways of sharing worship, is avail- The God within the Synod of Pistoia,” #26). able by sending a stamped, self- who holds our every breath That remains the only significant addressed envelope to Father John and loves Northwest Indiana Catholic mention of limbo in any Catholic docu- Dietzen, Box 5515, Peoria, IL 61612. beyond all measure ment. Obviously, it’s a long way from Questions may be sent to Father Dietzen draws us near. saying that limbo belongs anywhere in at the same address or by e-mail in care And all is well; official Catholic doctrine. of [email protected]. Catholic Q & A: all is very well. As you note, we seldom hear the Answers to the Most Common Questions word any more. 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By Helen F. Welter Karen Callaway, CNS photo by Catholic Church, which touches on tion of columns by Father John Dietzen everything seriously connected to published by Crossroad Publishing (Helen Welter is a member of St. Barnabas Parish in Indianapolis.) Catholic faith, doesn’t mention it. The Company in New York. It is available reason seems to be clear. Limbo would through bookstores.) † Page 12 The Criterion Friday, September 23, 2005 Serra Club vocations essay Priests, brothers and sisters provide models to live by By Jennifer Prickel remain in God, meaning that we follow tered. God and the effort they put forth in order his commands. Priests give us a connection with Jesus to gain holiness are excellent examples “Go and bear fruit, fruit that will last” We have been taught that God has a by allowing us to receive Jesus physi- for God’s people. (Jn 15:16). special love for each of us. It is this love cally. They act as representatives of Priests, brothers and sisters are in spe- Jesus speaks that must be the driving force in our Christ in the confessional, allowing us to cial communion with the Lord. They set plainly in this pas- lives, pushing us to strive for holiness, apologize for our sins and to gain the an example for the rest of the world, sage, letting us know the fullness of truth and a deep yearning mercy of God. preaching the Gospel not only with their that we are to be to carry out God’s will. Most importantly, priests consecrate words, but also with their actions. active members of Through the actions of priests, broth- bread and wine into the body and blood Each group has their specific duties his mystical body. ers and sisters, the people of God have of our Lord. Jesus said that he would be allotted to them by the Father. Through the Just a few verses models to live their lives by and a source with us until the end of time. Through the absolute joy they radiate in their everyday before, he proclaimed to go to when questions are brought up. eucharistic presence of our Lord, this tasks, they witness to the love of the Father. that he is the vine Priests are incredibly important to our promise is fulfilled. and we are the Church. Without them, we would be Brothers and sisters are also extremely (Jennifer Prickel and her parents, Steve branches. God will without the sacraments. Many would not important to our Church. They offer and Amy Prickel, are members of throw those who do not bear fruit into the be baptized. Confirmation and the anoint- prayers of thanksgiving, reparation and St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Morris. She fire. We cannot bear fruit unless we ing of the sick would not be adminis- petitions. graduated last spring from East Central These people go out and teach and High School in St. Leon and was the endure intense mortifications to comfort 12th grade division winner in the 2005 the grieving heart of Jesus. Their love of Serra Club Vocations Essay Contest.) † Crisis in the Sudan CNS photo from Reuters A Sudanese man holds his malnourished grand- son as he waits for med- ical assistance at a health clinic run by Doctors Without Borders in Akuem, a village in southern Sudan, on Sept. 11. Pope Benedict XVI has called for world leaders to take “effective concrete measures” in responding to poverty. The Criterion Friday, September 23, 2005 Page 13 Homosexuality question for seminary visitations sparks controversy WASHINGTON The education congrega- He cited recent trends in U.S. seminary visitations have already made some moderation?” (CNS)—Of 56 questions tion named Archbishop gay rights advocacy, more was made in April 2002 at a modifications in their pro- • “Do the seminarians that will serve as the frame- Edwin F. O’Brien of the tolerance of a gay lifestyle summit of U.S. cardinals gram. show an aptitude for and work for apostolic visita- U.S. Archdiocese for the and arguments that homo- and bishops’ conference Msgr. Maniscalco dedication to intellectual tions of U.S. Catholic semi- Military Services, a former sexual and heterosexual officers with top Vatican pointed out that there are work?” naries this academic year, rector of two seminaries, as relations are equivalent. officials in response to the also questions about the • “Does the seminary pre- one—“Is there evidence of coordinator of the visita- “We do live in an era in clergy sexual abuse crisis. seminary’s programs of sent a sound spirituality? homosexuality in the semi- tions. which these questions are From the start, its chief spiritual formation, and for- ... Is the seminary free nary?”—sparked a big The media flap over the raised, and the seminary is goals were to assess how mation in prayer, liturgy from the influences of media flap in mid- working paper began just as a place that is preparing well the seminaries are and sacramental life. New Age and eclectic September. the Vatican-appointed visi- men for the priesthood and preparing their students for Here is a sampling of spirituality?” One of the main pur- tors were attending a two- for a lifelong celibate com- chaste, celibate living and some of the other 55 ques- • “How does the formation poses of the visitations is to day preparatory session in mitment,” he said. “So any- how well they are preparing tions posed by the working integrate harmoniously assess how well U.S. semi- Baltimore on Sept. 15-16, thing that affects that com- priesthood candidates to paper: the spiritual dimension naries are preparing their meeting with Archbishop mitment, whether it relates know and follow the • “Are the Church’s liturgi- with the human one, students for a lifelong com- O’Brien and Archbishop J. to heterosexual behavior or Church’s moral teachings. cal norms faithfully above all in the area of mitment to celibacy as Michael Miller, secretary of homosexual behavior, I Within that “relatively observed? ... Does the celibate chastity?” priests. the education congregation, think, is appropriate to ask.” focused” framework, Father seminary reflect a prayer- • “Do the seminarians “The Church is trying to to review the topics and Sulpician Father Thomas Hurst said, “out of 56 ques- ful atmosphere?” receive a substantially put out a very clear signal” procedures for the visita- R. Hurst, rector of Theo- tions there is only one on • “Do the formation fac- complete and coherent that those seeking ordina- tions. logical College, the homosexuality.” ulty members have grounding in Catholic tion “must embrace a life of Msgr. Francis J. U.S. bishops’ national semi- He said the faculty at responsibilities outside dogmatic and moral the- celibate chastity,” said Maniscalco, communica- nary in Washington, said Theological College the seminary which ology? ... How are the Father Stephen J. Rossetti, tions secretary of the U.S. consideration of an appli- received copies of the detract from their pri- seminarians helped to president of St. Luke Conference of Catholic cant’s sexual history is an working paper in July and mary duties?” integrate their theological Institute, a facility in the Bishops, who is serving as important part of the admis- used it immediately to • “Is psychological testing studies with their spiri- Washington suburbs that Archbishop O’Brien’s sions procedure. review the areas of their employed in the admis- tual life?” specializes in treating media liaison for the visita- He said it would be a program that it addresses. sions process? If so, give • “Who is responsible for priests and religious who tions, told CNS that the shame if the homosexuality He said the seminary had full details.” the pastoral experiences suffer addictions or behav- question about homosexual- question became the main already been attending to • “Do the seminarians of the seminarians? How ioral, emotional or psycho- ity “is just relevant to the focus of people’s perception those areas, but they found know how to use alcohol, are the seminarians’ pas- logical problems. current time in which we of the visitation program. places where they could the Internet, television, toral experiences evalu- “The question of homo- live.” The decision to conduct sharpen their focus and etc., with prudence and ated?” † sexuality is an important one,” he told Catholic News Service on Sept. 16. He said there is a need to determine when it is appropriate and I NDIANAPOLIS when it is not to ordain B EECH G ROVE someone who is homosexu- ally oriented. “Certainly someone who has a problematic history of sexual acting out, or an ori- entation that is so power- fully homosexual that it really overshadows the per- Restoring joints son’s relational life, then those would not be appro- priate people” for priest- & quality time. hood, he said. The Vatican’s Congregation for Catholic In your mind, you’re the same person you’ve always been. Ready to play, exercise, compete and move like you always have. It’s just your Education—which oversees seminary formation world- hip or knee that won’t cooperate. 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Cathy Sponsel, Paul and Tim St. Anthony, Morris, Sept. 2. Roberts. Brother of five. Grand- Wife of Jerome Weiler. Mother Franciscan Sister Ruth Schoenung father of 11. Great-grandfather of Debbie Inman. Sister of taught in grade schools for 33 years of eight. Naomia Collyer, Sylvia Craig, SCHMIDT, Margaret L., 75, Arlene Moore and Virgil Zins. Franciscan Sister Ruth St. Mary School in Rushville. Rest in peace Schoenung died on Sept. 12 at In the Evansville Diocese, St. Roch, Indianapolis, Sept. 8. Grandmother of three. Step- St. Clare Hall, the health care she taught at St. Mary School Wife of Robert Schmidt. Mother Please submit in writing to our Grandmother of four. grandmother of three. Great- facility of the Third Order of in Evansville, Ind. of Steven Schmidt. Sister of office by 10 a.m. Thursday HEWITT, Ollien grandmother of three. Step- St. Francis of Oldenburg. She Sister Ruth also taught at Lillian Ollanketo and Betty before the week of publication; (Husselman), 95, St. Gabriel, great-grandmother of six. was 71. Catholic schools in Ohio and in Rhinehart. Grandmother of one. be sure to state date of death. Connersville, Sept. 3. Mother WILL, Richard C., 24, The Mass of Christian later years ministered as a Obituaries of archdiocesan Great-grandmother of one. of Thomas Husselman. Grand- St. Joseph, Marengo, Sept. 3. Burial was celebrated on receptionist, telephone operator, priests serving our archdiocese SCOGGINS, Norma, 83, Our mother of two. Great-grand- Father of Jason Bledsoe, Sept. 14 at the motherhouse librarian and served in family are listed elsewhere in The Lady of Lourdes, Indianapolis, mother of four. William Tracy and Richard Will chapel in Oldenburg. Burial fol- ministry. Criterion. Order priests and Aug. 31. Mother of Dennis KOERNER, Carolyn J., 73, lowed in the sisters’ cemetery. In 2004, she retired to the religious sisters and brothers Scoggins. Sister of Nora Hoff- Jr. Son of Martin Will Sr. and Sacred Heart, Indianapolis, The former Sister Mary motherhouse, where she was are included here, unless they meyer and Elmer Riehle. Carol Sadler. Brother of Lori Aug. 30. Mother of Barbara Beatrice was born on Aug. 21, engaged in community service. are natives of the archdiocese Grandmother of two. and Martin Will Jr. 1934, in Cincinnati, Ohio. She Surviving are three brothers, or have other connections to it; Dean, Karen Koerner Smith, WEBLER, Harold E., Jr., 59, YOCHEM, William C., 75, entered the Oldenburg Jerry and Joseph Schoenung of those are separate obituaries Peggy Stinson, Doug, Greg, St. Thomas Aquinas, Indian- St. Augustine, Jeffersonville, Franciscan community on Cincinnati and Thomas on this page. James II and John Koerner. Sister of Dorothy Engelking, apolis, Sept. 10. Husband of Sept. 3. Husband of Lillie Feb. 2, 1953, and professed her Schoenung of Milford, Ohio; BEAVER, Mary Ellen Julie Green, Joan Thomas, Mary Jo Webler. Father of Yochem. Father of Karen final vows on Aug. 12, 1958. and three sisters, Julie Reece Sister Ruth taught at and Notre Dame de Namur (Mulligan), 69, St. Gabriel, Alan, David, Edward and Jerry Sarah, Harry and Stephen Amato, Wanda Roberts and Catholic grade schools for 33 Sisters Marguerite and Francis Connersville, Sept. 2. Mother English. Grandmother of 10. Webler. Brother of Charles Martin Yochem. Brother of of Helen Rinne and Kevin years. Mary Schoenung, all of Webler. Patrick Yochem. Grandfather of Beaver. Grandmother of three. KRUSE, Robert C., 72, In the archdiocese, she Cincinnati. St. Jude, Indianapolis, Sept. 11. WEILER, Marian L., 79, nine. Great-grandfather of one. † BESANCENEY, Alma I., 87, taught at St. Lawrence School Memorial gifts may be sent Husband of Joyce (DeKelver) in Indianapolis, St. Michael to the Sisters of St. Francis, St. Gabriel, Connersville, Kruse. Father of Laura Hart and Sept. 11. Mother of Judy Franciscan Sister Mary Grace Blain School in Brookville, St. Louis P.O. Box 100, Oldenburg, IN Michael Kruse. Grandfather of School in Batesville and 47036. † Graham. Grandmother of three. four. Great-grandfather of two. Great-grandmother of six. taught grade school for 48 years KUEHR, Andrew Carl, 23, Franciscan Sister Margaret 20 years and also served at the BONCOSKY, Maxwell David, Daughter of Charity Veronica Berg St. Simon the Apostle, Indian- Grace Blain died on Aug. 28 at former St. Mary School in 22 months, St. Luke, Indian- apolis, Sept. 8. Son of Joanne St. Clare Hall, the health care Millhousen, Holy Name School ministered as a nurse in many states apolis, Sept. 4. Son of David (Kuehr) Cassada. Brother of facility for the Sisters of the in Beech Grove, Holy Family and Kelly (Hagaman) Daughter of Charity St. Vincent Hospital in Indian- Amanda, Ryan and Sean Third Order of St. Francis of School in Richmond and Boncosky. Brother of Connor Veronica Berg died on Aug. 31 apolis in 1980, where she Cassada. Grandson of Richard Oldenburg. She was 86. St. Vincent de Paul School in Boncosky. Grandson of Bill and at Seton Residence in Evans- served as the postulant direc- and Charlotte Kuehr. The Mass of Christian Bedford. ville, Ind. She was 90. tress for two years. Joyce Boncosky and Paul and Burial was celebrated on She also taught at Catholic Karen Hagaman. McCLURE, Arthur Cameron, The Mass of the Resur- Until 1999, when she took 87, SS. Peter and Paul Aug. 31 at the motherhouse schools in Ohio. rection was celebrated at the up the ministry of prayer, CHOMEL, Laura Mae, Cathedral, Indianapolis, chapel in Oldenburg. Burial fol- In 1995, Sister Margaret Elizabeth Ann Seton Shrine in Sister Veronica took a variety St. Gabriel, Connersville, Aug. 15. Husband of Juanita lowed in the sisters’ cemetery. Grace retired to the mother- Emmitsburg, Mass. of positions, including a volun- Sept. 9. Mother of Judith Yount McClure. Father of Stephanie The former Mary Frances house, where she ministered in The former Anna Veronica teer trainer for the St. Margaret and Michael Chomel. Grand- Brown, Patrice Harris, Cameron Blain was born on Sept. 1, community service. Berg was born on Dec. 23, Mary Service Program at mother of three. and Malcolm McClure. 1918, in Westerville, Ohio. She Surviving are one brother, 1914, in Binghamton, N.Y. She St. Bede Parish in Mont- CORD, Linda Marie, 50, entered the Oldenburg Francis- Robert Blain of Gloucester, entered the Daughters of gomery, Ala., and a patient McCURDY, Robert B., 81, St. Joseph, Shelbyville, Sept. 8. can community on Sept. 8, Ohio, and two sisters, Grace Charity in 1941 and completed representative and sister ser- St. Matthew, Indianapolis, Wife of Anthony Cord. Mother 1945, and professed her final Callahan of Columbus, Ohio, her postulancy at Seton Institute vant at St. Vincent Hospital in Aug. 31. Husband of Mary of Amanda Haehl, Suzanne vows on Aug. 12, 1951. and Ruth Blain of Pataskala, in Baltimore, Mass. Birmingham, Ala. McCurdy. Father of Maureen Lovitt, Jennifer Richeson, Sister Margaret Grace taught Ohio. Sister Veronica served as a Surviving are one brother, Haas, Daniel, David, Joseph, Megan and Jeremy Cord. at Catholic grade schools for Memorial gifts may be sent nurse from 1947-71 at hospitals Robert Berg, along with many Kevin, Michael and Robert Daugher of Shirley Guidi. 48 years. to the Sisters of St. Francis, in Massachusetts, Michigan and nieces and nephews. McCurdy. Brother of Jo Ann Sister of John and Robert She taught at St. Mary P.O. Box 100, Oldenburg, IN Virginia. Memorial gifts may be Joest. Grandfather of 11. Guidi. Grandmother of six. School in Rushville for 47036. † In 1971, she became dis- sent to the Daughters of Step-grandmother of two. NASSER, William K., M.D., charge coordination at St. Mary’s Charity Foundation, 9400 New 72, St. Luke, Indianapolis, COX, Loretta Jean, 80, Hospital in Saginaw, Mich. Harmony Road, Evansville, IN Sept. 2. Husband of Wanda Franciscan Sister Marie Schroeder was a St. Margaret Mary, Terre Haute, Sister Veronica was sent to 47720. † (Hurst) Nasser. Father of Teresa Sept. 10. Mother of Sharon teacher, principal and religious educator Tanoos, Tom and Tony Nasser. Cooper and Michael Early. Franciscan Sister Marie served as director of novices for Brother of Dolores Polifroni Stepmother of Betty Swiger, Schroeder died on Sept. 3 at the Oldenburg Franciscans. and Beverly Radez. Clifford, Sam and Ted Cox. St. Clare Hall, the health care She served at St. Michael InIn youryour bathroom,bathroom, Sister of Norma Wilson and PRICE, Amy W., 83, SS. Peter facility for the Sisters of the Parish in Charlestown, Claude McCallister. Grand- and Paul Cathedral, Indian- Third Order of St. Francis of St. Monica Parish in Indian- mother of 16. Great-grandmother apolis, Aug. 26. Mother of Oldenburg. She was 81. apolis, St. Louis Parish in inin youryour basementbasement of 21. Reginald and Richard Graham. The Mass of Christian Batesville, St. Mary Parish in CRUZ, Robert T., RAY, Salvatore, 71, Burial was celebrated on New Albany, St. Mary Parish in andand underunder youryour sinksink 55, Prince TM of Peace, Madison, Sept. 9. St. Anthony, Indianapolis, Sept. 6 at the motherhouse Greensburg, St. Vincent de Paul Husband of Jackie Cruz. Father Aug. 29. Father of James and chapel in Oldenburg. Burial fol- Parish in Shelby County and sincesince 1967.1967. of Tracy Roque, Amanda, Michael Ray. Brother of Mary lowed at the sisters’ cemetery. the St. Francis Novitiate in Bobbie and Jennifer Cruz. Reinhard. Grandfather of four. The former Sister Jerome Oldenburg. Plumbing Services State License CP81017771 Schroeder was born on She also ministered in Ohio, Stepson of Chavelo Urciaga. RICHART, Leoda (Elbers), Water Quality April 28, 1924, in Greensburg. Missouri and Michigan. 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Youth Minister youth program in Grades 7 through 12, and provide The Assistant serves on the Communications Team and pro- new leadership in developing Christian based pro- duces the weekly “OCE-notes” to all constituents and the St. Joseph Church, Lebanon, IN is seeking a High grams and social activities for our college-age and periodic Good Word newsletter for friends and supporters School Youth Minister for a part-time position (20 hours young single parishioners. We are a parish of approxi- of Catholic education. The position also coordinates grant per week) with flexible hours. We are looking for a fun, mately 2400 families located in Speedway, Indiana. applications for the Total Catholic Education Fund and pro- dynamic, faith-filled person. Apply if you enjoy teens and Minimum qualifications for candidates would be a vides direct support for the Grants Committee of the sharing your Catholic faith. bachelor’s degree preferably in youth ministry, reli- Archdiocesan Education Commission. Please call the parish office: gious studies or education. The person must be a prac- The successful applicant will have at least three years’ expe- rience in an administrative support role and preferably 765-482-5558 ticing Catholic with a minimum of two to five years of experience. We are looking for someone who is cre- some experience in a Catholic school setting. A high school or email: [email protected] ative, energetic, self-motivated and faith-filled. diploma is required, and some college is helpful. Good to receive a job description and application form. Applicants must have good organizational skills and speaking and writing skills are needed, as are good com- have the ability to work well with experienced volun- puter skills with standard office software. An ability to pri- teers and parish staff. oritize multiple tasks and assignments with minimal direc- Director of Music and Liturgy tion is necessary for the position. St. Clare Parish in Cincinnati, Ohio, a vibrant and diverse parish Interested applicants should submit a confidential seeks full-time director of music and liturgy proficient in keyboard cover letter expressing their interest along with their Please send cover letter, résumé, and list of references to: and vocal skills: able to promote “full and active participation” within résumé to: Ed Isakson the liturgy; to work collaboratively with pastor, staff and worship commission and will have an understanding of the purpose of music Search Committee Director, Human Resources within Catholic liturgy. Salary commensurate with education, experi- Saint Christopher Catholic Church Archdiocese of Indianapolis ence and qualifications. Send résumé by September 30, 2005 to: Attention: Nancy Meyer, Pastoral Associate P.O. Box 1410 Search Committee 5301 West 16th Street Indianapolis, IN 46206 St. Clare Church Speedway, IN 46224 E-mail: [email protected] 1443 Cedar Avenue Fax: (317) 261-3389 Cincinnati, Ohio 45224 Telephone: 317-241-6314, Extension 114 or e-mail [email protected] Or via e-mail: [email protected] Equal Opportunity Employer Page 16 The Criterion Friday, September 23, 2005 Brebeuf alumnus speaks about experience ministering in Africa By Brandon A. Evans of clothing, such as shoes.” Two students of Currently, the United Nations is con- St. Aloysius Gonzaga

About 200 students gathered in a large sidering a plan, under the Millennium Submitted photo Secondary School, meeting room at Brebeuf Jesuit Prepara- Development Goals, to reduce extreme which is located in tory School in Indianapolis to hear a poverty by 50 percent in 2015 and elimi- Kibera, Kenya—Africa’s member of the school’s first graduating nate it in 10 more years. largest slum—pause class speak about his ministry in Kenya. Father Charlton’s presentation was outside the school. Jesuit Father Terrence Charlton, a focused on the question, “Is Aid Given to Jesuit Father Terrence member of the class of 1966, spoke at one Africa Money Down the Drain?” Charlton, co-founder of of four yearly diversity dialogues at “I respond with a resounding ‘no,’ ” he the school and an Brebeuf on Sept. 13. said. alumnus of Brebeuf Father Charlton currently serves as the Despite the number of those in Jesuit Preparatory Jesuit vocation director for Kenya and co- extreme poverty declining in the world, School in Indianapolis, founder of St. Aloysius Gonzaga it has actually doubled—to 370 mil- spoke at Brebeuf about Secondary School. lion—in sub-Saharan Africa in the past his ministry in Africa The school, which Father Charlton two decades. and the need to end spoke of during his presentation, is Corrupt governments do not explain extreme poverty in the located in Kibera, a slum just outside the the cause for this, Father Charlton argued, world. center-city of Naorobi, Kenya. With more rather, it is because of disease, drought than 1 million people living there, it is conditions, lack of energy resources and Africa’s largest slum. an uneven playing field that makes selling The slum is rife with tribal wars, pros- crops uneconomical. titution, crime and very poor sanitation. Right now, he said, the United States Father Charlton read the accounts of a give about .15 percent of its gross couple of students from the school, which national product to help developing coun- serves AIDS orphans exclusively—in tries—it amounts to about $3 per African, Kenya alone, about 800 people die of little of which goes toward development. AIDS each day. To reach the Millennium Development English, he said, is most of the stu- Goals, Father Charlton said, would dents’ third language. require each person in the developing There is no free secondary education in world to give $.08 a day—roughly the Kenya, he said. It costs about $800 per cost of a stick of gum. year, and most of the people in Kibera Such money, he said, should go to live on less than a dollar a day. boost agriculture, improve health, invest Living in such a condition is the defini- in education, bring electricity to areas, will?” help give the kids practice in talking tion of extreme poverty, Father Charlton and provide clean water and sanitation. Freezell Brown, director of diversity at about issues that are potentially contro- said. “Aid given to Africa should not be Brebeuf, said that one of the purposes of versial and to do so in a respectful man- “Such people are chronically hungry, money down the drain,” Father Charlton the various diversity dialogues throughout ner,” Brown said. unable to get health care, lack safe drink- said. “In our world today, we have the the year is to build awareness of issues The dialogues have grown in the past ing water and sanitation, cannot afford knowledge and the ability to eliminate affecting not only the school, but the decade from small events with about education for their children, and perhaps poverty—extreme poverty—in our world world outside it. 15 to 20 students to something many lack rudimentary shelter and basic articles … by the year 2025. But do we have the “The larger goal of the dialogues is to more people are interested in. †

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