Vocations the Myth That a Dedicated Life of Prayer and Service to God Is Boring

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I want to shatter into a million pieces Vocations the myth that a dedicated life of prayer and service to God is boring. Q&A —Father Keith Romke Father Keith Romke is the new director of vocations for the Diocese of Rockford. Inside He was born in 1985 to Dave and Joyce Romke, and attended St. Thomas More Church in Elgin. His sister, Liz, he says, “gave me the honor of offi ciating at her marriage a mere month and a half after being ordained a priest.” After graduating from Larkin Bishop Emeritus Shares Summary of Church History High School, he entered seminary in Nebraska, studying an pg. 3 (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson) additional four years in Rome. Father Keith Romke is the new director of the Vocations Offi ce for the Diocese of Rockford. He was ordained to the priesthood on May 21, 2011. He answered some questions When I was a freshman in ing, but then I slowly began to The mission of the Voca- about his vocation and oth- A high school, but the call re- think about what I could do to A tions Offi ce is to help people to unleash the joy that God in- ers’ for Observer News Editor ally surfaced when I was trying help others and the priesthood Amanda Hudson. to decide where I wanted to go tends for them to experience in came to mind. for college and what I wanted to their lives! When did you fi rst begin to study. I was torn between ma- What is the mission of the The bottom line is that each of Bishop Malloy Talks about Q think about the priesthood? joring in music or in engineer- Q Vocations Offi ce? Continued on page 8 Pope at Boylan YO, pgs. 6-7 Rockford Pro-Life Case Settled, Other Dismissed Quick News ROCKFORD—After more laws in di- than fi ve years of federal litiga- rect confl ict Check Out the Remaining tion, members of the Rockford with the U.S. Elgin’s Pro-Life Ultrasound Lent Activities Online Pro-Life Initiative have settled Constitution Go to The Observer’s their federal lawsuit against the are revised Services Threatened homepage, http://observer. City of Rockford over the city’s to protect the ELGIN—On March 7 a mobile ultrasound provider fi led a rockforddiocese.org for our alleged harassment of pro-life fundamen- federal lawsuit against the city of Elgin over its new zoning Lent Events List. individuals and other alleged tal rights of restriction which effectively prevents many women from ob- federal civil rights violations. citizens to Kevin Rilott taining free reproductive health services. The agreement reached engage in a For nearly two years, TLC Pregnancy Services has pro- between attorneys from the robust exercise of their First vided the women of Elgin, particularly high-school age girls, Amendment rights,” explained Thomas More Society and the with free pregnancy information, testing, and ultrasound care Tom Brejcha, president and city will result in reforms and through its mobile ultrasound facility. It has operated at two revisions of city ordinances, chief counsel Watch the Video locations, JB’s Pub and Bar, approximately one block from a of the Thom- payment of attorney’s fees, and school, and the Evangelical Covenant Church, adjacent to Lar- If you missed Jane Wisdo compensation for losses suf- as More deliver her Year of Faith talk kin High School in Elgin. Both organizations regularly made fered by the removal of pro-life S o c i e t y , Continued on page 2 at the Newman Center in advertising by members of the “After over DeKalb, March 14, watch it Pro-Life Initiative. fi ve years of of the federal lawsuit in a series the lives and health of mothers and the other talks in Bishop Also, a city complaint against litigation, we of meetings with Rockford of- and the unborn,” says Rilott, Malloy’s lecture series at the long-time pro-life advocate are gratifi ed fi cials going back over several one of the primary plaintiffs in Rockford Diocese website, Kevin Rilott for allegedly jay- that the city Thomas Brejcha years, even after the city’s lone the federal suit. “We are very http://www.rockforddiocese. walking outside the now-for- of Rockford abortion provider was closed af- org. While you’re there, check mer abortuary premises was has agreed to respect these pleased that a positive outcome ter its business repeatedly failed out the resources for the dismissed. Rilott had made 25 rights as a key part of our fi nal was reached that is good for all health and safety inspections. continuing Year of Faith, part court appearances over two settlement of this federal law- the people of Rockford. When “The settlement that was of Pope Emeritus Benedict and a half years regarding suit.” people are willing to listen to reached ended years of strug- XVI’s living legacy to the those charges. Brejcha, co-counsel Peter each other for the good of our Breen of the Thomas More gles and sacrifi ce by our pro- Catholic Church. “We owe a solemn duty to our neighbors who are in need ev- country as well as our clients to Society and attorney Jason R. life community to defend the erybody wins.” This Issue assure that state or municipal Craddock, reached a resolution rights of all people, especially Continued on page 14 Bishop Malloy ...... 2 From the opening of the conclave Headliners ...... 3 to the white smoke heralding a new pope, watch The Observer’s website, Nation/World ...... 4 http://observer.rockforddiocese. Media/Arts ...... 5 org and The Observer Catholic Young Observer ...... 6-7 Newspaper on Facebook for news Vocations and Colleges ...... 8-9 from the Vatican. Around the Diocese ...... 10-11 Pilgrims huddle under umbrellas (left) to Faith Forum ...... 12 watch the cardinals gather for the con- Viewpoints ...... 13 clave, March 12. Members of the fi re and For the Record ...... 14 rescue (right) service set a chimney on Vatican Update ...... 16 the roof of the Sistine Chapel, March 9. (CNS photos) Cutline - horizontal

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Associate Publisher: Elgin’s Pro-Life Ultrasound Services Threatened Msgr. Eric Barr From page 1 ber Anna Moeller, boarded the mobile their parking lots available for use by the facility while it was parked at JB’s and or- Editor: Penny Wiegert mobile ultrasound unit. dered TLC’s ultrasound technician, Jane News Editor: Amanda Hudson “We want to support and empower these DeFily, to “cease and desist” her activity. young women by allowing them to see The officer informed DeFily that a certain Features Editor: Sharon their babies through ultrasound images city council person had driven by and de- Boehlefeld and help them make informed decisions scribed the mobile facility as an “eyesore.” Circulation/Proofreading: regarding their pregnancy,” says TLC’s Upon further investigation, TLC discov- Susan Sabrowski, executive director, Vivian Maly. ered that the city council had just amended Keith Ludolph, Ronald Bergman TLC reports that nearly 200 women its zoning code in June in a way that clas- Accounting: Jill Bonk visited the mobile facility to receive free (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson) sified the mobile facility as a “temporary pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, prenatal vi- Elgin’s TLC mobile ultrasound unit traveled to land use” limited to only four uses per Client Services: tamins and pregnancy health care infor- Rockford to provide services for a few months year at each location. When TLC attempt- Ronald Bergman mation during those almost two years. before the city’s abortuary was closed. Now ed to renew its permit, it was told that no The TLC mobile ultrasound also trav- Elgin is denying it permits to operate there. further permits would be issued in 2012. Production and Web eled to provide those services in Rockford Since Elgin shut TLC mobile services Administrator: Gary Haughton at the request and through the support of as funding for emergency situations. down, it has been receiving calls from Contributing Writers: Father Rockford area pro-lifers for a few months If there is a need the TLC cannot pro- young women looking for the mobile fa- John Slampak, Msgr. Aaron prior to the closing of the abortuary. cility and not finding it in the city during Brodeski, Keith Ludolph, Lynne vide, employees and volunteers refer indi- TLC is a “no-charge” pregnancy sup- their time of need. Conner, George Weigel, Father port facility that provides free ultrasounds, viduals to outside community resources. The Mauck and Baker law firm is rep- Ronald Rolheiser, Tony Carton, Last summer, Elgin moved to shut down Dr. Owen Phelps, Thomas pregnancy and S.T.D. testing, pregnancy resenting TLC together with Alliance De- Craughwell, Pat Szpekowski health care, pre- and post-birth education, TLC’s mobile facility for the rest of the fending Freedom. Mauck and Baker, es- and a fathers’ support program. An emer- year at both locations. Records indicate tablished in Chicago in 2001, concentrates Publication Dates: gency food pantry is available along with that, in August, Police Chief Jeffrey Swo- its practice to the area of religious liberty Weekly except that in 2013 there will be no issues on women’s and children’s clothing, as well boda, at the request of city council mem- litigation around the country. March 29, May 31, Aug. 30, Nov. 29 and Dec. 27. 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Headliners Bishop Emeritus Shares Summary of Church History By Amanda Hudson Rockford Deanery Much of the remainder of News editor Bishop Doran’s talk provided ‘Rediscovery of Faith’ a glimpse of the Church’s over- ROCKFORD—Bishop Series Concludes all blessings, beginning with a Emeritus Thomas G. Doran, April 18—7 p.m., “Vatican II Doc- simple organizational structure the fifth of six speakers for the uments and the New Evangeliza- whose chain of command is ba- Rockford Deanery’s Year of tion” with Father Edward Seisser, sically three people: one’s own Faith series, provided a cogent pastor, at Holy Family Parish, 4401 pastor, the bishop and the pope. 45-minute summary of Church Highcrest Road, Rockford Also, he said, the Church has history on March 7. Bishop Doran began his talk, that priests “willy-nilly” some- managed to adapt and change “Retracing the History of Our times attempted to provide. to meet the demands of world- Faith,” by noting that the Cath- After surviving the Dark wide circumstances and societ- olic Church is the oldest exist- Ages, the Church began to suc- ies “without sacrificing an iota ing institution in the world. ceed in both human and spiri- of faith.” Then he turned to the statement tual terms, Bishop Doran said. The 265 popes, he added, from the Nicene Creed that the He added that, for the Church, include a “couple dozen that Church is one, holy, catholic too much success in the world your mother wouldn’t let into and apostolic. isn’t necessarily a good thing. the house, (but although) they It is one, he said, although it The apex of that success was sometimes sold all the silver- is divided into about 25 differ- around the year 1200, he said, ware … they never gave away ent rites around the world. when the pope really was the the faith.” It is holy, “but not obviously,” leader of the “known world,” He named a handful of sig- the bishop said with his cus- and his approval was required nificant saints including St. tomary dry humor. The holi- by the ranks of secular leaders. Martin (who “gave shape to the ness of the Church is evident in “The greatest disaster in my priesthood”), St. Benedict (“it’s that “if you want to be a saint, opinion was the Black Death,” impossible to over-estimate Bishop Doran continued, ex- the Church is always there (and the benefits of monasticism” plaining how from one-third can) provide the means” to in the Church) and St. Francis to one-half of the population in bring you to holiness, he said. and St. Dominic (outstanding The Church is catholic (uni- Europe died from that still-un- identified disease that reigned founders of religious commu- versal) because “the Church is nities, whose influence “still everywhere, even where it is from 1337-1453. resounds” today). forbidden” to exist, the bishop A “truly terrible experience,” (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson) “When we look at our faith explained. the Black Death affected ev- Bishop Emeritus Thomas G. Doran makes a point in his brief summary The Church is founded on the eryone, including the Church, of Church history. His March 7 talk at Holy Family Parish in Rockford as it has been over the centu- Apostles, and “we do not invent which needed to ordain its was part of the Rockford Deanery’s Year of Faith series. ries,” Bishop Doran concluded, things” but teach the same faith ministers after a lowered level we find the confidence that through the centuries, he said. of preparation, he said. sult of that and the “discovery he added, the Church has done comes from seeing a human- Bishop Doran noted some The Black Death and its re- of the New World,” he said, what it is supposed to do — to filled church that “nonetheless of the more amazing phenom- sulting lack of good formation “the Church prospered in ways bring people to acknowledge has accomplished great things ena about the Church, includ- and education severely weak- it never had before.” and love Christ and take up for humanity and has stayed ing “how the Church survives, ened the Church. The resulting From the Reformation on, their crosses and follow him. intact” with Divine protection. sometimes in spite of itself.” problems “led almost immedi- He summarized the various ately to the Protestant Refor- persecutions of Christians, mation,” the bishop said. calling those of the second cen- He added that the practice of 5 Simple WayS to Support tury “probably the worst” ones. having nobles pay a fee to the In the year 313, Emperor Church after the pope approved Constantine gave Christians them also contributed to the the ChurCh through your eState religious freedom and the Reformation, although that fact “Church took a great leap for- is “not to deny that our Church ward,” he said. had serious evils,” which con- 1. Make a gift of a specific amount. Gifts may be designated for general use The fall of the Roman Em- tributed also. or to fund a special need. pire in the mid-fifth century, he The Council of Trent, which continued, sowed the seeds for met periodically from 1545- 2. Make a gift of a specific type of asset. Real estate, appreciated stock, the Dark Ages because of the 1563, “reformed our Church,” and other items of value are examples of properties that can be used to fund loss of societal structure, from Bishop Doran said, naming charitable bequests. record-keeping to the task of several organizational changes organizing and keeping people that included giving form and 3. Designate that a percentage of your estate be given to The Catholic together — a task, he noted, substance to the Mass. As a re- Foundation for the People of the Diocese of Rockford {parish name} through your will or living trust. Sister Johanna 4. Give the remainder, or residue, of your estate that is, what remains after all Murphy to Mark other bequests to friends and loved ones are satisfied. 100th Birthday Sister Johanna Murphy, a 5. Name your parish as a contingent beneficiary bequest in the event heirs former principal of St. Peter have predeceased you. School in Geneva, will be There is no limit on amounts deductible from federal gift and estate taxes honored for her 100th birthday with an open house and for charitable gifts made by will or trust, so no tax will be due on assets party. Open to all who knew given in this way. To plan a charitable bequest, inform your attorney of or worked with her, the cel- your wishes and ask for advice regarding the ebration will begin at 2 p.m., best form for your gift. March 20, in the gym of St. Peter School, 1881 Kaneville For further information, contact the Road. Sister Johanna, who led Office of Stewardship Development the school from 1967 to 1975, will turn 100 on March 21. Diocese of Rockford Though retired, she remains PO Box 7044 active. Sister Johanna and Rockford, IL 61125 (815) 399-4300 Father Martins Emeh, pas- More information on: www.foundationrockford.org tor, visit in the church lobby. (Photo provided) Thank You! 4 FRIDAY MARCH 15, 2013 | The Observer

Nation / World News In Brief Conscience-Protection Bill for HHS First woman named president of University of St. Thomas Mandate Introduced in House ST. PAUL, Minn. (CNS)—Julie Sullivan, Ph.D., executive vice president and provost of the University of WASHINGTON (CNS)— San Diego, has been named to succeed Three Republican members of Father Dennis Dease as president of the the House of Representatives University of St. Thomas in St. Paul when introduced a bill, March 5, to he retires June 30. She will become the first protect conscience rights for woman and layperson to lead the Catho- both workers in the health care lic university in its 128-year history. Father industry and for employers in Dease has been president for 22 years. “I light of the federal mandate am thrilled and honored to have been cho- requiring employers to cover contraceptives, sterilization sen” for this position, said Sullivan, 55. “De- (Photo/ www.sandiego.edu) ciding to leave USD ... has been very dif- Dr. Sullivan and abortion-inducing drugs. ficult. However, USD is in excellent hands One of the sponsors, Rep. and the great work will continue.” Mary Lyons, University of San Diane Black, R-Tenn., said it is Diego president, said: “Dr. Sullivan’s contributions to the growth possible that the bill, the Health and development of our university are abundantly evident. Los- Care Conscience Rights Act, ing a chief administrator of her caliber and a good friend, who could be folded into a continu- has become such an integral part of our university’s success, will ing resolution being considered (CNS photo /Bob Roller) Cathy Cenzon-DeCarlo, a registered nurse, speaks during a March 5 be very difficult.” During Sullivan’s tenure, the Catholic university by the House to keep the fed- press conference on Capitol Hill in Washington about being coerced has expanded significantly, from the completion of the Joan B. eral government operating be- into participating in an abortion at New York’s Mount Sinai Hospital, Kroc School of Peace Studies to the founding of the Shiley-Macos yond March 27. even though she said the hospital knows of her religious objections School of Engineering, to an increase in the number of faculty. Two Catholic women who to abortion. In 2011, the San Diego campus was designated a Changemaker run businesses and who ap- peared at a March 5 news con- Campus by the Arlington Va.-based organization Ashoka, which say is that we will not violate “They threatened my job and supports social entrepreneurs around the globe. ference on Capitol Hill said they do not want to be forced our conscience.” my nursing license” if she did not participate in the abortion, New Iraqi patriarch pledges dialogue, to choose between their con- “I don’t want to deal with” the science or their business. possibility that the chain could she said. warns against emigration be shut or sold, she added, say- “I still remember the BAGHDAD (CNS)—The new patriarch of Chaldean Catholics “Nobody should be asked to make that decision,” said ing she was counting on “good 22-week-old baby,” Cenzon- pledged to foster coexistence and dialogue and urged Christian and faithful” people to “uphold DeCarlo said. “I had to account Iraqis not to leave their homeland, warning Christine Ketterhagen, a co- owner of Hercules Industries, our God-given rights.” for its twisted arms and legs that if emigration continues, “there will be Sister Jane Marie said, “God and feet,” she added. “I’ve had no more Christians in the Middle East.” Ulu- a heating and air conditioning company her father founded in is good. He’s still in charge. nightmares.” lating and applause nearly drowned out the I think He’s going to see us She filed suit in both state and choir as Patriarch Louis Sako approached Denver 50 years ago that now has operations in five states through this. We have sisters federal courts, but was told that, the altar at St. Joseph Cathedral for his in- who are praying 24 hours a even if her being forced to par- stallation March 6 amid tight security. The with 320 employees. “We went to Catholic schools. day, seven days a week for this ticipate in the abortion was ille- 64-year-old patriarch, who had served as — along with the election of a gal, she had no standing to sue. archbishop of Kirkuk, Iraq, since 2003, re- Our children went to Catholic schools. Our grandchildren go new pope right now.” On Feb. 1, HHS issued pro- places Cardinal Emmanuel-Karim Delly, 85. The Health Care Conscience posed new rules on the man- “I open my heart and mind to you all carry- to Catholic schools,” Ketter- (CNS photo/Saad Shalash, Reuters) hagen told Catholic News Ser- Rights Act would offer a full date aimed at accommodating Patriarch Louis Sako ing my motto: ‘Authenticity, Unity and Re- exemption from the U.S. De- objections raised by Catholic newal,’” Patriarch Sako told church officials, vice after the news conference. “We’re willing to pay for educa- partment Health and Human institutions. It removed three religious, laypeople, imans and senior Iraqi officials gathered in Services’ mandate for indi- conditions and kept a fourth the cathedral. Eastern Catholic leaders, Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri tion,” she added, but not for contraceptives or other mandated viduals and health care enti- that defined religious employ- al-Maliki and Sunni parliament speaker Osama al-Nujaifi were ties that refuse to provide, pay ers. No exemption will be among those who attended the installation. Of the challenges and health care coverage that goes against their Catholic faith. for, or refer patients to abortion given to “for-profit, secular risks facing him in his new mission, the patriarch said, “I refuse to providers because of their reli- employers” whose owners have put a black cloth over my eyes. My responsibility is huge, and the Sister Jane Marie Klein, a Sister of St. Francis of Perpet- gious beliefs. The bill had at- moral objections to providing inheritance is very heavy, but I have a great hope ... to face the tracted 50 co-sponsors by the the coverage. reality objectively and clearly.” ual Adoration who is chairper- son of the board of Franciscan time of its introduction. Catholic leaders are study- Deficit forces layoffs, consolidations in Chicago Alliance, a Midwestern hos- The bill would have given ing the new proposed rules, but CHICAGO (CNS)—The Chicago Archdiocese has laid off 60 pas- pital group with 13 hospitals recourse to one Catholic nurse many have said they do not go toral center employees and must consolidate some of its agencies and 3,500 beds that provides forced to participate in a 2009 far enough. HHS is accepting because of a deficit in the budget of its administrative operations, an estimated $171.5 million in abortion. Cathy Cenzon-De- comment on the new proposed according to Cardinal Francis E. George. He announced reduc- charity care and community Carlo was an operating room rules until April. Final rules are tion in staff and other changes in his column in the March 3-16 is- outreach, told CNS, “All I can nurse in a New York hospital. expected by summer. sue of the Catholic New World, the archdiocesan newspaper. “Like so many other families Bishops Say They Could Not and institutions, the Archdio- cese of Chicago has suffered during the economic down- Support Rewritten Violence Act turn of these past few years,” he said. “The archdiocese WASHINGTON (CNS)— bishops said in their March 6 The five bishops who issued remains a financially secure Five bishops who lead commit- statement, calling the language the statement and the commit- institution with a strong asset (CNS photo/Karen Callaway, Catholic New World) tees of the U.S. Conference of “problematic.” tees they chair are: Archbish- base.” However, he said, the The Chicago Archdiocese’s Arch- Catholic Bishops said in a joint “They are unjustly exploited ops Salvatore J. Cordileone of archdiocese’s “administrative bishop Quigley Pastoral Center is statement they could not sup- for purposes of marriage re- San Francisco, Subcommittee operations have run operat- among layoff sites. port the rewritten reauthoriza- definition, and marriage is the for the Promotion and Defense ing deficits of more than $30 tion of the Violence Against only institution that unites a of Marriage; Jose H. Gomez of million in each of the past four years. Since this trend is unsus- Women Act, which President man and a woman with each Los Angeles, Committee on tainable, I want to set out the measures we are taking to ensure Barack Obama signed into law other and with any children Migration; and William E. Lori prudent stewardship of our resources for years to come,” he ex- March 7. born from their union.” of Baltimore, Ad Hoc Commit- plained. The ongoing deficit has required the archdiocese to re- The stumbling blocks for the The bishops said the USCCB tee for Religious Liberty; and duce the costs of its pastoral center operations, he said, which bishops were the references to had supported past versions of Bishops Stephen E. Blaire of means eliminati “sexual orientation” and “gen- the Violence Against Women Stockton, Calif., Committee on ng 75 positions. Besides the 60 employees who have been laid der identity. These two classi- Act, noting that in its pastoral Domestic Justice and Human off, the archdiocese will not fill 15 vacant positions. Of the 75 posi- fications are unnecessary to es- statement “When I Call for Development; and Kevin C. tions, 55 were full-time, Cardinal George said. Those now out of tablish the just protections due Help,” the U.S. bishops had Rhoades of Fort Wayne-South a job will receive severance pay and continued health insurance to all persons. They undermine written, “Violence in any form Bend, Ind., Committee on La- coverage and can access services of an outplacement firm con- the meaning and importance — ‘physical, sexual, psycho- ity, Marriage, Family Life and tracted by the archdiocese to help them find new jobs, he said. of sexual difference,” the five logical or verbal’ — is sinful.” Youth. The Observer | FRIDAY MARCH 15, 2013 5

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At the MOVIES — Catholic News Service Oz the Great protagonist is shown praying hour, the main character just THIS FILM CONTAINS con- ALSO RATED A-II to God in times of need. More wanders around or goes about fused treatment of religion, PG and Powerful O Dead Man Down (Disney) problematic is the fact that her job while spooky music sexual imagery, mild gore, R (FilmDistrict) Lush visuals and sly several plot points turn on the plays. profanity. humor boost this 3-D prequel wizard’s womanizing. While to the 1939 classic “The Wizard the specifi cs are omitted, the of Oz” — based, like its pre- subject matter is unsuitable for decessor, on the writings of L. small moviegoers, who might Frank Baum. A small-time car- also be frightened by some of nival magician (James Franco) the spooky creatures jumping fi nds his life transformed when out at them from the screen. a Kansas tornado transports THIS FILM CONTAINS mature him to the magical Land of Oz. references, perilous situations, There, he discovers that both mild oaths, potentially upsetting his arrival and his eventual vic- images. tory over the forces of darkness The Last gripping the realm have been L prophesied. But self-doubt — PG-13 Exorcism Part II (CBS) together with his initial inability to determine which of his new This low-budget se- homeland’s three presiding quel to 2010’s “The Last Exor- witches (Mila Kunis, Rachel cism” fi nds the haunted heroine Weisz and Michelle Williams) of the original (Ashley Bell) run- embodies goodness — pose ning around New Orleans trying stumbling blocks on the way to to escape the demon who once his promised destiny. Director possessed her — and who is Sam Raimi’s fantasy adven- now in love with her. Director Ed ture emphasizes confi dence, Gass-Donnelly, who co-wrote cooperation, the marvels of sci- the screenplay with Damien ence and a generalized faith Chazelle, saves the big effects in happy endings, though his for the end. So, for nearly an Watch ‘Catholic Mass’ Sundays at 6:30 a.m. on WREX-TV, Channel 13 in Rockford or you can watch on the Web at http://observer.rockforddiocese.org.

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Mark your calendar The Rockford 20SOMETHING Diocese will host By CHRISTINA CAPECCHI a Year of Faith Reluctant leaders, YO u n g Observer Youth Day Oct. 6 divine surprises and on the campus of Northern a resigning pope Illinois University in DeKalb. t was 1415,” my friend corrected her husband over a dinner of wings and beer on that O stunning Monday when Pope Benedict XVI Bishop Malloy “I announced his resignation. Y We were discussing, like so many across the globe, our newly acquired bit of papal trivia: the last pope to resign. talks about Over the course of the day, there had been a shuffl e of years and a scuttle for experts. Casual observers scrolled pope at Boylan through Wikipedia’s list of all 265 popes, one of the more (Observer photo by Sharon Boehlefeld) By SHARON BOEHLEFELD | Features Editor vast and colorful leadership records: a 20-year-old pope, ABOVE: Bishop David ishop David J. Malloy visited a fi ve-month papacy, a 32-year papacy, two-year gaps J. Malloy talks to Boylan with sophomores at Boylan between popes and one man who served three separate Central Catholic High School Central Catholic High School terms. sophomores about the process B in Rockford, March 1, to talk to of electing a new pope. It was a lot to process. Many Catholics had not known papal them about Pope Emeritus Benedict resignation was even an option. Many had never heard LEFT: The Domus Sanctae XVI’s retirement and the process of of Pope Gregory XII, the latest pontiff to step down six (CNS photo) Marthae, the residence where selecting a new pope. cardinal electors will rest during centuries ago. He described the place the cardinals the conclave. Amid all the incoming data, the commentary that struck me live during conclave. “They will live in LEFT: Bishop most came during an “NBC Nightly News” interview with a residence just inside St. Peter,” he Malloy talked said. “Most of the time, it’s occupied longtime Vatican correspondent John Thavis. In addressing about the by the priests who are working inside the papal election process, John pointed out that no cardinal Sistine Chapel, the Vatican. I lived there for 2½ years. in the secret conclave would nominate himself, nor would it the place of … When it comes time for the election be acceptable for a cardinal to mobilize a group of friends to the election of the pope, they kick everybody out make his case. for pope was and they assign (each cardinal) a held. Members “You don’t campaign,” John said. room.” of the media What a refreshing concept for our campaign-weary times. visited the He talked about the electors’ commu- It’s not just political fatigue; it’s the way social media has nications blackout. “Their cell phones (CNS photo) chapel as turned daily life into one carefully edited, sepia-toned preparations are turned off, no Twitter, no Face- commercial. for the gathering were made. book, nothing like that. ... They are This process is purer: no lobbying, no fundraising, no elbow driven around so they don’t even meet Three urns (left) will hold people and have conversations.” rubbing, no back scratching. Just earnest discussion, the ballots in the upcoming He talked about the process of voting, fervent prayer and the quaint belief that an inspired selection conclave to elect a new pope. the ballot collection and burning, doesn’t begin with the candidate raising his own hand. They are the same ones used (CNS photo) and vigil in St. Peter’s square as Election, therefore, can be a shock, welcomed or not. “As in the conclave that elected people wait for word that there is a the trend in the ballots slowly made me realize that — in Pope Benedict XVI. One urn new pope. “Sometimes that smoke a matter of speaking — the guillotine would fall on me, I will hold ballots cast inside can be diffi cult. It’s very hard to tell started to feel quite dizzy,” Pope Benedict XVI once joked. the Sistine Chapel. Another is if that smoke is black or it’s white, so God surprises and challenges us. What you want and what for ballots cast in the Domus you make your best guess. The other Sanctae Marthae by cardinals your family or church needs may be two different things. thing that tips them off is the bells … too ill to go to the Sistine. The discrepancy between how we view ourselves and how so they watch the bells.” Once ballots are counted, they And he answered a few student others view us can produce unexpected requests. will be placed in the third The key, I’m learning, is to allow yourself to be startled and questions, including about how Pope urn and carried to a stove Emeritus Benedict XVI will be taken stretched, to sit in the invitation for a moment, to let it wash (left), also recently installed care of. over you before hatching a list of reasons to decline. in the chapel, for burning. “They have plenty of services,” at the My mom leads a weekly Bible study at a retirement BELOW LEFT: A member of the Vatican, he explained, “But one thing community and was recently compelled to enlist one of the Swiss Guard closes the main that’s very interesting — you’ve all seniors to say a closing prayer. “I thought, ‘These folks must door of the papal villa at Castel seen the Swiss Guards … but at 1 be tired of hearing my voice,’” she told me. “I felt nudged to Gandolfo at 1 p.m., Rockford o’clock our time (Feb. 28), the Swiss ask Blytha.” time, Feb. 28. The Swiss Guard Guards no longer had care for the (CNS photo) So Mom gently invited the 88-year-old widow with short concluded its protective pope; it was then the Vatican police gray hair and an introverted disposition to wrap up their service to Pope Benedict XVI, that have taken over. There will be plenty of people taking care of the gathering, and Blytha led a beautiful prayer, seamlessly signaling the end of his papacy. pope in terms of his personal needs, drawing on the day’s Scripture and comments from several BELOW: Demry Croft (front, and making dinner for him. … The left) was among Boylan neighbors. Swiss Guards will turn to the next sophomores who asked Bishop “You have a knack for this,” Mom later told her. pope.” Malloy questions about the Blytha chuckled. “It’s funny you say that. I used to avoid Another question was about whether (CNS photo) process of electing a pope. going to prayer meetings because I was afraid of being all Catholic countries are represented asked to pray aloud.” by the cardinal electors. Now the widow enjoys leading prayer and has become an “There is no defi nition of Catholic ambassador for the group. countries,” Bishop Malloy said. “Are At every age we are evolving, discovering new gifts from all countries represented? No. When I worked in Pakistan, there was a the God who elevated a peasant girl and recruited fl awed cardinal there, ... but when he died they disciples. did not replace him with a cardinal. This used to puzzle me, but now I understand what The answer would be the cardinals consolation it offers: Spiritual life isn’t a meritocracy. It’s not are not necessarily representative of based on framed degrees or LinkedIn endorsements. It’s not each and every country, more likely of earned by homemade cookies, handwritten notes and social important sees, important churches, capital. … important areas, but not necessarily It’s about shedding our own ideas and stepping into unlikely the countries themselves.” roles, prodded by someone who sees something we do not, Watch the video of the session at trusting in new graces. (Observer photo by Sharon Boehlefeld) www.rockforddiocese.org. The Observer | FRIDAY MARCH15, 2013 7

about 1.18 billion Catholics; 16 million of them are patriarchs. A patriarch is elected by the bishops of Eastern Rite Catholics and the rest are of the Latin his rite. He then has jurisdiction over all matters of Rite. The Eastern Rite Churches are in complete governance within that Church except for matters of OFather union with the pope and are just as Catholic as those doctrine, which are reserved to the pope. Y of us in the Latin Rite. The primary difference is that As for voting for the pope, this is done only by the they follow various different liturgical traditions. cardinals of the Church but currently there are four Currently, we in the Latin Rite use what’s called Eastern Rite bishops who have also been named I know only cardinals can vote for the the Novus Ordo Mass. This is the Mass celebrated cardinals and who are eligible to vote in the coming new pope, but do any of the Eastern in your parish church each day. There is also the conclave. They are: the Patriarch of Antioch of the Q Rite churches get to vote? What’s the Extraordinary form of the Mass (the Tridentine Rite) Maronites Bechara Boutros Rai, the Major Archbishop difference between the pope and a patriarch? which was celebrated in the Latin Rite for hundreds of Ernakulam-Angamaly of the Syro-Malabar George Good question! And, yes, there will be four of years until the early 1970s. This liturgical tradition Alencherry, the Major Archbishop of Trivandrum of bishops of the Eastern Rite Catholic Churches may also be celebrated in certain cases today. the Syro-Malankara Baselios Cleemis Thottunkal and A voting in the coming conclave. Let me give Each Eastern Rite Church follows one of fi ve Patriarch Emeritus of Alexandria of the Catholic Copts Antonios Naguib. some background and explain the details. different liturgical traditions: Alexandrian, Antiochian, Here, in the United States, we are not all that Armenian, Byzantine or Chaldean Rite. And there are I hope that helps. And if you ever have an opportunity familiar with the Eastern rites of the Catholic Church. a total of 20 different Eastern Rite Catholic Churches to attend Mass at an Eastern Rite Catholic Church, I Throughout the world it is estimated that there are worldwide. Six of these Churches are governed by suggest you give it a try! Cadets honored at Marmion’s Military Night AURORA—Marmion Academy’s Junior Reserve Offi cer Training Corps program held its annual Military Night, Feb. 10. The evening included an awards ceremony, performances by the Flannigan Rifl es Drill Team (left) and remarks by Capt. Thomas Fox, Aviation, US Army, Marmion class of 2003. Fox spoke to the Cadet Corps and guests about Marmion’s commitment to the community and to the nation. Students at Marmion can choose to participate in the JROTC, a U.S. Army high school program. In the program, cadets learn to become better citizens through classes which focus on such topics as history, leadership, and oral communication. They take part in military drill, inspections, (Photos provided) and parades. As they advance through the ranks, they Marmion Academy senior Jackson Ret- assume increasing responsibility for leadership among other tig receives the Col. Joe Day Memorial cadets in their company. Award from Capt. Thomas Fox. on t h e record By CHARLIE MARTIN | CNS

ll That Echoes,” Josh making the size of a challenge bigger Groban’s latest disc, came than it is or minimizing a potential loss. “A out early this winter. Off Fear seldom allows you to make a Brave that album and on the charts is his realistic assessment. It distorts your Sung by Josh Groban single “Brave.” The song invites us to vision because it loves emotional © 2012 by Reprise Records. consider this question: How do we fi nd hyperbole. Breathe deeply and put the courage to face certain aspects of aside the fear. Observe what is really Wake up, wake up the sun cannot wait for our lives? happening. long Reach out, reach out before it fades away All of us encounter challenges, For example, let’s say you fail a test. You will nd the warmth when you (Photo/ www.joshgroban.com disappointments and, at times, Perhaps you studied with diligence but surrender downright scary developments. Many an F looks back at you from the test Smile into the fear and let it play Hold on, hold on so strong, time just carries on times such situations ask us to look paper. Clearly, it’s disappointing. Fear Refrain: within and fi nd courage. might tell you that you can’t pass the All that you thought was wrong is pure You wanna run away, run away again course, which in turn will erode other As the song suggests, our natural And you say that it can’t be so You can’t hide forever from the thunder tendency is to “run away” from the opportunities dependent on this grade. You wanna look away, look away Look into the storm and feel the rain But you stay ‘cause it’s all so close emerging circumstances and say Stop your mind from running away. When you stand up and hold out your (Repeat refrain.) “it can’t be so.” Yes, failing a test is painful, but rarely hand In the face of what I don’t understand Go on, go on This is the voice of fear that exists does it mean what fear wants to tell The reason to be brave (Repeat refrain.) within each of us. Eventually we you. recognize that we “can’t hide forever Instead of listening to fear, fi nd your far more diffi cult losses than failing courage to live in a new way can be from the thunder” and then the courage and go talk with your teacher. a test. Yet, in every situation, your found. It is in you. Through others’ love, decision must be made to “look into the Discover why you did so poorly. Ask courage remains accessible. One this courage can guide you forward. storm and feel the rain.” how you can fi nd tutoring. Also, ask way to do this is to share with trusted Most of all, reach out to God. Your how you might overcome this failure How do you become “brave,” how do friends or family members what has creator always believes in you even and still pass the course. you face what you don’t want to see or happened and how you feel about when you cannot maintain faith in let go of what brings a sense of loss? Maybe you wanted to get an A in the disappointment or loss. You will yourself. Share your feelings with God, It is important to know that when God the course to pad your transcript, need support as you fi gure out how including your fear. You’ll need courage created you, He placed courage and but because of this failed exam, this to live with the loss and the grief that to move past a disappointment, loss or resilience in your soul. Even when you possibility no longer exists. One failure accompanies it. deep hurt. You are brave, even when feel far from brave, you still possess can completely sabotage the possibility Jesus taught us that we are to be you feel alone in your current pain. the courage that you need. Loss and of passing the course. Put aside this there for each other. Accept the Ask God to show you the way. This disappointment can be very real, but fear and other feelings that arise and support others o er. is your calling: to overcome any so is your inner courage. determine what choices remain. Set Open your heart and accept their love circumstance, no matter how fearful, Drawing upon this courage begins by forth a new plan with attainable goals. and understanding. Perhaps nothing and shine forth. You have dignity as seeing reality. This means avoiding Of course, sometimes we must face can fi x what has occurred, but the God’s creation in this world.

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Colleges and Vocations

discern where God is calling What excites you most about do is to talk about it. The fi rst them so that they can experi- Q your new job? person who they should speak Vocations ence His joy! to about it is of course none oth- The thing that I am most er than God! What gifts do you bring to A excited about is the oppor- Q the Vocations Offi ce? tunity to help others to grow It is through prayer, in the qui- et recesses of our hearts that I hope to bring some youth- in their relationship with God ful energy to the Vocations as they discern their call. At we will best be able to hear His A call. Then it can be helpful to Offi ce. Being the second young- the same time, I feel incredibly talk with one’s parents, and also Q&A est priest in the diocese should blessed because I know that my own faith will be deepened as a with a priest or religious whom From page 1 help me in that goal! result of being able to witness one trusts. Finally, they should us has been created by God I want to shatter into a million fi rst-hand how God is working talk to me! for a specifi c purpose, and we pieces the myth that a dedicated in the lives of others. all need to prayerfully discern What is the process of dis- life of prayer and service to God (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson) What should a young per- cerning a call to the priest- how it is that God is individually is boring. I believe that if young Q Dorothea Barger, administrative son do fi rst if they’re thinking hood? calling us to holiness. Once we men and women encounter a Q assistant for the Vocations Offi ce, about a vocation to the priest- discover God’s plan, we need young, joyful, and energetic I think that the most impor- and Father Keith Romke, its new to dive in head fi rst, and it is by priest, that they will begin to re- hood or religious life? A tant thing that I could say director, pause for a photo. doing that that we will truly fi nd alize that dedicating one’s life to If one feels a calling to the about discerning this call is that peace and joy in our lives. God is in fact a great, exciting, A priesthood or religious life, men need not be 100 percent that I can give to any young My goal is to help others to and rewarding way to live! the fi rst thing that they should sure that they are called to be a man who is contemplating a call priest before they would contact to the priesthood is to talk to a me or even before they would priest about what you are expe- enter the seminary. riencing and to not be afraid if The next step would be to ap- you think that God is calling you Dominican Sisters of ply to the diocese to become a to the priesthood. seminarian. It is a great, joyful, rewarding Springfield, Illinois In the end the best advice and exciting life!

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Colleges and Vocations Three Stops for Catholic College Planning Creighton, DePaul, George- One resource for learning town, Gonzaga, Marquette, 1 more about options with a Be involved. Providence, St. John’s, Seton Catholic focus is the Associa- Hall, Villanova — these col- tion of Catholic Colleges and leges are on the tips of many Universities website which of- tongues as national college bas- fers an interactive map to help ketball tourneys begin. locate schools that offer the ma- March may be the only time jor or location students want. Catholic colleges and universi- — www.accunet.org ties become a part of daily conversation in homes, schools and businesses. But Catholic students might • More than 40 majors in eight academic departments want to consider their faith — • 93% of MMU students are employed or in graduate not just basketball — when school within 6 months of graduation thinking about higher education. • 15 NAIA Division II Athletic Teams Then college can provide Northern Illinois University’s both a place to strengthen and Newman Center is highlighted at • Numerous service project opportunities explore their Catholic faith, and www.newmanconnection.com. www.mtmercy.edu a solid foundation for a career. Another resource for Expect to be engaged by small classes and individualized attention from accomplished students who want to 2 professors at Mount Mercy University. Hands-on, experiential learning be sure they’ll have good will be a core of your education from conducting research support in their faith life is the Newman Connection. The site to internships with companies like Rockwell Collins. lists Catholic and non-Catholic You’ll also find countless ways to get involved – colleges that have active you can choose to participate in more than Newman Centers on campus. 40 clubs and organizations, 15 varsity — www.newmanconnection.com athletic teams, campus entertainment, There is also the Catholic cultural events, and lectures 3 College Admissions As- presented by renowned leaders. sociation, which offers an in- You’ll also make a difference – our (Observer screen grabs) teractive questionnaire to help students give more than 12,000 There are dozens of Catholic col- hours every year to service. students ﬁ nd colleges by major, Cedar Rapids, Iowa | 800-248-4504 leges and universities within a few sport, enrollment and location. hundred miles of the Rockford CCAA even held an online col- Diocese shown on this interactive lege fair March 13. map from www.accunet.org. — www.catholiccollegesonline.org Like the Young Observer on Why USF?

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Math winners: Individual who received awards for the writ- second, Algebra I; Jakob Frank ometry; Todd Nelson, second and SYCAMORE Newman math team members ten contests were Victor Francque, second and Amy Ryan third, Ge- Nate Edison third, Algebra II; and Flea market sign-up: Registration Jacob Ardis third, PreCalculus. for crafters, vendors and others to rent space for April 13 community flea The Algebra I team of Morgan market at St. Mary Church activity Ely, Victor Francque, Clay Junger- center, 322 Waterman St. Proceeds man, Max Oswalt, and Brady for youth mission trip with Catholic Rude placed second. Heart Workcamp to Mishawaka, Ind. The Geometry team of Ken- Cost: $20 per space; tables available for $5. Info: 815/895-3726, ext 2. neth Ellorando, Jakob Frank, Elliott Frankfother, Connor March 15-17 Knack, Linnea Larson and FREEPORT Amy Ryan placed first. “Finnian’s Rainbow”: 7 p.m. March The Algebra II team of Nate Edi- 15-16, 2 p.m. March 17; Aquin Cen- tral Catholic Junior/Senior High son, Allison Furr, Ryan Jin, J.P. School, 1419 S. Galena Ave. Also on Neisewander, Todd Nelson and March 17, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. pre-show Aubree Schmitt placed first. pulled-pork lunch with 50/50 raffle. The PreCalculus team of Yu Lunch proceeds for Servant Leaders Fu, Alex Li, Ryan Schaab, Lucas “Food for Orphans in Haiti” project. Cost: show only—$7 adults, $5 stu- Terveer, and Paige Ruthart placed dents and senior citizens; lunch—$6 third. per person. Receiving a first award in the two-person fresh-soph event were March 16 Jakob Frank and Elliott Frank- ROCKFORD Fitness party: 9-11 a.m.; OSF Cen- fother. ter for Health, 5510 E. State St. In- (Photo provided) Placing first in the eight-person troducing body combat and body Sterling’s Newman Central Catholic High School math team competed in the ICTM Regional Contest hosted fresh-soph contest were Victor pump fitness classes. Cost: $5 non- by Rock Valley College last month. Based on the team placing first in the 1A division, the entire team quali- Francque, Clay Jungerman, Max members; free for members. Info: 815/395-4591 fied to compete at the state competition on May 4 at U of I in Champaign/Urbana. Participants are(front, Oswalt, Brady Rude, Connor from left) Yu Fu and Alex Li, (second row) Todd Nelson, Mac Olson, Morgan Ely, advisor, Mrs. Wade, Max Knack, Paige Ruthart, Amy Ryan, St. Joseph altar: after 4:30 p.m. Oswalt , (third row) Jakob Frank, Allison Furr, Linnea Larson, Amy Ryan, J. P. Neisewander, Allison Shipman, Mass, St. Anthony of Padua Parish, and Aubree Schmitt. 1010 Ferguson St. Altar blessing and Ryan Jin, (fourth row) Kenneth Ellorando, Connor Knack, Elliott Frankfother, Aubree Schmitt, Ryan Schaab, And in a tie for third in the two- refreshments March 16. Also March Lucas Terveer, (fifth row) Clay Jungerman, Jacob Ardis, Paige Ruthart, Victor Francque, Brady Rude, and Nate person junior-senior contest were 17 altar celebration, 10:45 a.m. in the Edison. Yu Fu and Alex Li. church hall. Info: 815/965-2761. SOMONAUK Sterling Deanery 74th St. Pat’s dinner: 4-7 p.m. drive- Annual through, 4:30-7 p.m. dine-in; St. John the Baptist Parish Center, 130 W. LaSalle.Cost: $12 adults; $6 children Roasted Pork Loin Dinner 6-12. Info: 815/498-2010 Sunday, March 24 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. March 17 Rockford St. Mary’s Church Hall Pops concert: 2 p.m.; Boylan Cen- tral Catholic High School, 4000 112 E. Washington — Elizabeth, IL St. Francis Dr. “Luck of the Irish.” Boylan’s choirs, bands, guitar en- l Mashed Potatoes semble and drum line with middle l Gravy l Dressing school vocalists from St. Bridget, St. Carry outs Bernadette, St. Edward and St. Rita l l (Photo provided) Sauerkraut Apple Sauce parishes. Free. also provided!l Cranberry Sauce l Dinner Rolls St. Mary School in Sterling top spellers in the annual bee were (from left) l Homemade Fruit Pies & Cakes Tom Moore, eighth-grade, first runner up; Chris Ahlers, eighth-grade, win- ner; and Sean Gingrich, seventh-grade, second runner up. Chris and Tom Save the Date 50 00 represented the school at the Whiteside County Spelling Bee, March 4. Adults: $9. in advance ($10. at the door) April 5 50 DIXON Sponsored by Children 6-12 yrs — $4. For more events, visit the calendar Gift of Self seminar: 6:45-10 p.m.; Knights of Columbus Children under 6 — Free What’s UP page at www.rockforddiocese.org. St. Patrick Church, 612 S. Highland Tickets available at: Daryl’s Barber Shop (Elizabeth); Larry Berlage (Elizabeth) 815-858-3726; Ave. Introduction to Church teaching Tom Griffin (Apple River) 815-281-1148; Al Bilgri (Scales Mound) 815-845-2347; Ron Petesch on sexuality and family planning for (Hanover) 815-591-3539 or Wally Duzansky (Hanover) 815-598-9104 and from any knight engaged couples. Cost: $45. Info: Di- from Scales Mound, Hanover or Elizabeth. Tue March 19 Fri March 22 ocesan Respect Life Office, 815/399- 4300, ext. 381. ROCKFORD ROCKFORD St. Joseph altar: 12 noon; “On Retreat”: (through March April 5-7 Sheridan home, 7020 Clikeman 23) Bishop Lane Retreat Center, ROCKFORD Road. Pasta served through 7708 E. McGregor Road. Leader: Men’s retreat: Bishop Lane Retreat supper hour. Hosted by Rosie Bishop Emeritus Thomas G. Center, 7708 E. McGregor Road. Scalise Sheridan. Also 5-8 p.m. Doran. Info: 815/965-5011. Info: 815/965-5011. altar viewing on March 18. April 7 St. Joseph altar: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; DIOCESE Siena on Brendenwood Alpine Sat March 23 Divine Mercy Sunday: Check parish bulletin for prayer times. Room, 4444 Brendenwood Road. BATAVIA (Baked goods drop-off 9 am.- Gift of Self seminar: 8:45 a.m.- 3 p.m. March 17-18.) Proceeds April 12-13 noon; Holy Cross Parish, 2300 ROCKFORD to feed homeless. Info: phil.t@ Main St. Introduction to Church Married couples’ retreat: Bishop comcast.net. teaching on sexuality and family Lane Retreat Center, 7708 E. Mc- planning for engaged couples. Gregor Road. Limit six couples. Cost: $149. Info: 815/965-5011; bishop- Cost: $45. Info: Diocesan Respect Wed March 20 [email protected]. Life Office, 815/399-4300, ext. AURORA 381. April 13 Pizza and pasta: 5-7:30 p.m.; ROCKFORD CRYSTAL LAKE Luigi’s Pizza and Fun Center, 732 Benefit banquet: 5-10 p.m.; Crystal Easter bake sale: 9 am.-6 p.m. Prairie St. Sponsor: Our Lady of Lake Holiday Inn Conference Center, (also 10 a.m.-1 p.m. March 24); Three Oaks Road and Ill. Rte. 31. Good Counsel Parish St. Vincent St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish, 201 Proceeds for Last Chance House, de Paul Society. Proceeds: area Buckbee St. short-term residential home for re- needy. Cost: $20 per family; $6 covering alcoholics. Speaker: Tom per adult; $4 children 4 and older; Morgan of Rosecrance in Rockford. free children 3 and younger. Info: Sun March 24 Dinner, raffles, silent auction. Cost: OLGC parish office, 630/851- $50 in advance; $60 at door. Info: 1100. Palm Sunday www.lastchancehouse.org. The Observer | FRIDAY MARCH 15, 2013 11

Around the Diocese Save the Date DeKalb Deanery Rockford Deanery April 13 ROCKFORD Pilgrimage: 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; depart from Holy Family Church, 4401 Highcrest Road. Trip to Our Lady of Good Help, New Franken, Wis., site of the only approved Marian Appari- tions in the U.S. Includes transportation, lunch, snacks and tips. Cost: $65 per person. Info: Mita Santos, 309/337-0370. Parish gala: 6 p.m. social hour, 7 p.m. dinner, 8 p.m. entertainment; Franchesco’s Ristorante, 7128 Spring Creek Road. Sponsors: St. Anthony of Padua Parish and Holy Name Society. Theme: “Open The Doors To Your Heart.” RSVP by March 24. Cost: $50 per person. Info: Carl Ambruoso, 815/218-4583. April 13-14 ST. CHARLES Weekend concerts, talks: 7:30 p.m. April 13 (Dempsey Hall), 4 p.m. April (Photo provided) (Photo provided) 14; St. Patrick Parish, 6N487 Crane Road. Featuring Marie Bellet of As part of Catholic Schools’ Week celebration at St. Mary School in Syc- The St. Rita Parish Knights of Columbus in Rockford took part in a Polar EWTN and Relevant Radio. Couples amore, students visited with Ben Franklin, who talked about his life in Plunge to benefit Special Olympics. Their costume theme, “Knights of retreat April 13; family day April 14. colonial America and his inventions. One fact he shared that is not cov- Columbus and Their Ladies,” took third place. Plunging into the icy wa- Cost: $10 per couple for retreat; free- ered in their history books was that he was asked to run for president ters of Lake Olson were Jim, Noelle and Natalie Watson, Adam Wykes, will offering per family. Info: scali- before George Washington. Bill Osborne and Grand Knight Sean Lilly. [email protected]; 630/338-8041; www.stpatrickparish.org. McHenry Deanery April 14 ROCKFORD Mother-daughter tea: 1-4 p.m.; “Some Enchanted Bishop Lane Retreat Center, 7708 E. McGregor Road. Time for moms and Evening ...” daughters to talk about becoming a woman. Cost: $32 for a mother and Marian Central Catholic High daughter. Info: 815/965-5011. School in Woodstock presented the musical “South Pacific” re- April 15 cently. Cast members included LOVES PARK Guest speaker: 7 p.m.; St. Bridget (from left) Cody Teubert, Erin Parish Center, 600 Clifford Ave. Par- McCoy, Maddie Ronquillo, Mary ish Year of Faith series. Speaker: Fa- McCormack, Christopher O’Brien, ther John Evans. Topic: “Contempla- Lauren Adams, Lincoln Rzonca, tion: Opening the Door to God.” Emily Frazier and Austin Lee. April 17 ROCKFORD (Photo provided) CWL bus trip: 8:30 a.m.; depart from IGA Highcrest Road parking lot. Stops at Milwaukee’s Grohmann Mu- seum and historic Third Ward. Lunch with Chef Michael Feker. Sponsor: Catholic Women’s League. Cost: $65 members; $70 non-members. Info: Patrice Vecchio, 815/654-8911. April 18 AURORA Basket bingo: 6 p.m. dinner, 7 p.m. games; St. Peter School gym, 915 Sard Ave. Sponsor: Altar and Rosary Council of Catholic Women. Cost: $20 for 20 games. Info: 630/896-6816. Send items to Observer@ rockforddiocese.org or go to http://observer.rockforddiocese. org/contact-us. Lenten Fish Fry Buffet Baked and Fried Elsewhere Serving March 17 quality Cod and NILES 5-7 p.m. St. Joseph table: 1:30-4:30 p.m.; all the trimmings Our Lady of Ransom Parish, 8300 Greenwood. Spaghetti dinner and February 15th variety of delicacies. Cost: $5 per Adults — $9.00  Children (5-12) — $5.00 person. Info: 847/823-2550. February 22nd Children (under 4) — FREE April 5-7 March 1st MADISON, WIS. Carry-outs are available! Worldwide Marriage Encounter: Weekend event. Info: alifetimeoflove. (Photo provided) Call ahead for carry-outs or March 8th org, 888/574-5653. Father Peter Tymko talks to children at St. Margaret Mary School additional information. March 15th April 12 in Algonquin about vocations (815) 732-7383 ROMEOVILLE during Catholic Schools Week. Seminary reunion: 3:30-9 p.m.; St. March 22nd Charles Borromeo Seminary, 101 Handicapped Accessible! Airport Road. For former seminarians and staff. Mass at 5 p.m.; homilist Submit by Mail Father Dan Stempora, former rector. Send mail submissions to ST. MARY COMMUNITY CENTER Dinner after Mass. RSVP. Free. Info: The Observer, P.O. Box Father Frank Vitus, 630/910-0770, Rt. 64 West — Oregon, IL [email protected]. 7044, Rockford, IL 61125. 12 FRIDAY MARCH 15, 2013 | The Observer

Faith Forum Waiting for a Successor It is Easier to Keep on Sinning than It is Has Always Been Exciting To Stop, But It is Also More Miserable The present events at the Vatican with the resignation of Pope The following is a conversation between a Dad pharisees are Benedict XVI and the prospect of a papal conclave to elect his suc- and his son; the Dad is asking all the questions. Liturgy Of The Church trying to trick cessor put me in mind of when I first went to Rome in 1958. The How are things going? Good. How’s the food? Jesus into say- bulk of our seminary class arrived in Rome at the beginning of Oc- by Father John Good. How’s the dormitory? Good. How’s foot- Slampak, STL ing something tober when Pope Pius XII was still alive. We were rushed to Castel ball? Good. How are your studies going? Good. Member of the blasphemous Gandolfo to receive his blessing and shortly after that he died. He Have you decided on your major? Yes. Diocesan against the had been ailing for a number of Liturgical Commission by Bishop Emeritus What is it? Communication. laws of Moses weeks before that. And so our Thomas G. Doran Through various parables Jesus has been com- [email protected] on adultery. introduction to Rome was con- municating how to forgive and how to be for- Instead of fused by all that was going on given. speaking, Jesus traces his finger on the ground. and we were swept up in that not Perhaps you’ve heard the old expression, “to Some say he was recording their sins so that they really knowing a thing about it, [email protected] err is human, to forgive is divine.” In religious would pause and reconsider what they were do- but just being carried along. terms the wisdom is that because you are hu- ing. His silent, deliberate action of tracing on the As seminarians, we did our turn at standing guard at the coffin man, you sin. This wisdom is not an easy excuse ground had its effect: they did not persist in their of Pope Pius XII in St. Peter’s. It is the custom when a pope dies to use every time you do wrong — “Well, I’m questioning. to have nine days of mourning during which his remains are ex- only human.” This wisdom is telling you to stop Jesus says, “Let the one among you who is posed in the St. Peter’s Basilica for the veneration and the prayers looking for what is wrong with everyone else without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.” of the faithful. We were there for the funeral ceremonies and then and get your own sinfulness under control. “They went away one by one.” of course the conclave when Pope John XXIII was elected. How many times do you think you have fallen They admitted they were not sinless. Jesus is At that time Pope Pius XII had governed the Church from 1939- into sinful thoughts and actions since you were showing us how easy it is to gang up on some- 1958. At that time 19 years seemed like a long time and so the city born? And at the same time, ask yourself, do you one who has done something wrong. But he also was agog with rumors as to who might take his place. truthfully try to correct your sinful behavior or shows the importance of forgiveness in the light There was a lot of interest because Pope Pius XII had a distin- do you just give in to your sins? It is easier to of your own sinfulness. guished career as pope following one of the great popes of all time, keep on sinning than it is to stop. But it is also Jesus is not saying that you should not punish Pope Pius XI, who had been pope from 1922-1939. And the last more miserable. external conduct; those who do wrong. The pun- Benedict before Benedict XVI, Benedict XV who reigned from An interesting human behavior is pointing out ishment must be to build, not to destroy. Recog- 1914-1922, was a beloved figure because he tried his mightiest everyone else’s faults and sins rather than look- nizing her sin, Jesus does not condemn her, but to intercede for all the European powers to avoid the First World ing at your own. An old ‘Peanuts’ comic strip forgives her and tells her simply, “Go, and from War. We had had almost a century of popes who were extreme- expresses it in this confrontation between Linus now on do not sin anymore.” ly effective guardians of the deposit of the faith of the Church. and Lucy. If Jesus were to write your own sinfulness on especially if we include the two popes before Benedict XV Linus asks Lucy, “Why are you always so anx- the ground for all to see, what would he write? St. Pius X and before that was Leo XIII. ious to criticize me? Lucy responds, “I just think How would you respond? Would you walk away Like today, everyone back then was wondering what will hap- I have a knack for seeing other people’s faults.” in shame or would you allow yourself to be pen? Will the new pope proceed in the same line or will he be a Linus asks, “What about your own faults? Lucy forgiven? To walk away with a renewed com- radical departure? It seemed that the Church prospered mightily responds, “I have a knack for overlooking them.” mitment to overcome your own sinfulness, not in the period of the Second World War and its aftermath. The It is so much easier to justify your own sinful- pointing out the sins of someone else, would be membership in the Catholic Church was as high as it had ever ness by pointing out how awful other people and following the way of Jesus. been up to that time and therefore the interest in the papal election their actions are. This is what Jesus is challeng- Keep Christ as the center of your willingness was high as well. ing in Sunday’s Gospel. to forgive and be forgiven. It is safe to say that we were as surprised as anyone else by the The woman caught in adultery is an example Whatever your sins, Jesus says, “Go, and from selection. Pope John XXIII was considered at that time to be elderly of how easy it is to cast stones. The scribes and now on do not sin anymore.” when he was elected pope, reflecting perhaps the mind of the cardinals that after the long papacy there should be a short one. Pope John XXIII was a delightful personality, totally different from Pius XII who was a kind of a sober and withdrawn sort of The Example of Pope Benedict XVI figure. John XXIII did not expect to be pope but seemed delighted and did a good job of showing that to everyone who was inter- The recent Guest Column duties of the Petrine office, and it is the reason ested. His pontificate proved to be earthshaking in that he named resignation of we don’t have a hodgepodge of ideas in our be- large groups of cardinals and convoked the ecumenical council Pope Benedict by Father John lief system: Everybody can’t be right. and presided over all those years, from 1958-1962, of commis- XVI, formerly Catoir After Cardinal Ratzinger became pope, we be- sions and meetings and exercises preparatory to the opening of Cardinal Jo- gan to see him in a different light. He had not the Council. It was an exciting time in Rome. seph Ratz- changed, but we saw People ask if I would like to go back and do that again now and I inger, came as more clearly that he His resignation would not. However, this is a time when all Catholics should unite a shock to ev- Catholic News Service was both humble and themselves in prayer that the Holy Spirit will once again give us eryone. Before respectful of his adver- proved that he a worthy successor to Pope Benedict XVI as Bishop of Rome and he became pope, he was the head of the Vatican saries. His resignation was not driven and Bishop of the Catholic Church. Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith for proved that he was not by a hunger for nearly 24 years, the chief disciplinarian under driven by a hunger for Ordinary Time CNS/ Martha Campbell Pope John Paul II. power but by a love for power but by There was this joke that went around about the church. a love for the him in the early days. It dealt with two liberal Pope Benedict be- theologians and Cardinal Ratzinger, who all died came the first pope to church. on the same day. The first theologian went in the resign voluntarily since judgment room, came out after two hours and the hermit Pope Celestine V in 1294. Pope Bene- said, “Thank God, I made it.” The second theo- dict aligned himself with the memory and legacy logian came out, perspiring, after four hours. of this hermit from the medieval past. In 2009, He, too, said, “Thank God, I made it.” Finally, when Pope Benedict visited Pope Celestine’s Cardinal Ratzinger went in and eight hours later tomb in the aftermath of an earthquake that Jesus came out saying, “Thank God, I made it.” struck L’Aquila, Italy, where Celestine is buried, Such was his early reputation in a role where he did more than say a simple prayer. Cardinal Ratzinger had to make some tough “Without explanation he removed the pallium calls. (the stolelike symbol of authority) from around Cardinal Ratzinger was responsible for hold- his shoulders, and laid it gently on Celestine’s “I like St. ing others accountable for their teachings, es- glass encased tomb,” wrote Jon M. Sweeney in Patrick’s Day, pecially in instances when there was a question “The Pope Who Quit.” except that about certain views constituting heresy. If that Pope Benedict knew he was declining physi- the food is person refused to retract his error, the judgment cally for a long time. The recent recharging of even greener would be made public. To avoid such a disgrace, his pacemaker testified to his weakening physi- than usual.” many of them brought lawyers with them and cal condition. This good man has provided us tried to justify their opinion, believing that it with an orderly transition of power. was theologically sound. In some instances, Car- We thank him for his many years of honor- dinal Ratzinger would calmly say, “No, it isn’t.” able service to the church of Jesus Christ, and we Protecting orthodoxy is one of the main the pray for his peace and happiness. The Observer | FRIDAY MARCH 15, 2013 13

Viewpoints Your Prayers, Please What is a Vocation? A cynical friend of mine says, “Praying is like City State. In the letter the archbishop begged the What is a vocation? reading the directions. When all else fails, give it pope not to transfer him for having exposed al- Well this is the defi nition according to Webster … a particular a try.” leged corruption that cost the Holy See millions occupation, business, or profession; calling; a strong impulse There was a time when that strategy pretty of euros in higher contract prices. or inclination to follow a particular activity or career; a divine much summed up my prayer life. But now prayer The letter said, “Blessed Father, my transfer in call to God’s service or to the Christian life; a function or station is the fi rst thing I do in the morning and the sec- this moment would provoke confusion and dis- in life to which one is called by God: the religious vocation; the ond-to-last thing I do at night. couragement for those who thought it was pos- vocation of marriage. (The very last sible to clean up so many situations of corruption Let’s think about that. On The Road thing is to pick and abuse of offi ce.” By the time of the broadcast From The Editor I think we sometimes toss by Dr. Owen up a magazine and publication of Nuzzi’s book, Archbishop Vi- by Penny Wiegert around the word vocation with- Phelps and start read- gano had been appointed papal nuncio to the U.S. Editor out remembering what it really Communications ing. I always Nuzzi’s book, “His Holiness,” subsequently The Observer means. I mean look at some of Consultant for the read myself to published in May 2012, included personal corre- the strength in the words used Diocese of Rockford sleep. I tried spondence to the pope, much of it critical of Car- to defi ne it … “strong impulse,” “calling” and “divine call.” [email protected] reading books dinal Tarcisio Bertone, who as Vatican Secretary [email protected] but they’re too of State was the pope’s top aide until the pope Those words lead one to believe heavy. Kept hitting myself too hard on the nose. resigned Feb. 28. Cardinal Bertone was blamed that a vocation is meaningful and has more purpose than just a When a magazine lands on my face, it’s a gentle for several blunders and management problems job. Whenever the word vocation is said, it’s funny how some reminder to turn off the light and go to sleep.) that plagued Benedict’s papacy and, according to people immediately make assumptions thinking the word does Lately I have been praying a lot for the new pope the leaked documents, was not well liked by other not apply to them. In the church world, we immediately think — whoever he is. By the time you read this, per- Vatican offi cials. about the religious life. But vocation is something for us all to haps a suffi cient number of cardinals have written Meanwhile, Italian media reported that an ear- take up and to apply to ourselves. the same name on their ballots and we have a new lier rumor that Archbishop Vigano was in line No matter what the word vocation triggers or what pictures it pope. As I write this, we don’t yet. to become president of Governorate was met by might conjure in your brain, there is one truth … everyone, yes But whether or not we have a pope, as your eyes criticism from various curial offi cials including everyone has a vocation. And the fi rst one, as Christian people, is gaze on this page, stop reading for a moment and Cardinal Giovanni Lajola, who was then head of to be a faithful child of God. From there, we all enter into other, pray for him. the Governorate. That reportedly scuttled Arch- more specifi c vocations. The papacy is not a job I’d ever want to have bishop Vigano’s ambitions and prompted his ap- We talk a lot about vocations but we don’t do such a great job of — or one I would wish on any family member pointment to the U.S. post. promoting them. And we seem to do an even worse job at expos- or friend. I’m of one mind with Canadian Cardi- Obviously, Vatican offi cials were not happy ing people to the positives of all vocations and to nurturing them, nal Marc Ouellet, who once said that being pope that any of this had become matters of very public whether it is to religious life, marriage or life as a single person. “would be a nightmare.” consumption and scrutiny. We don’t ever seem to talk much about the words of the defi ni- A recent Catholic News Service story said the In this regard, an important aspect of Pope tion as mentioned before. Instead of truly considering what our new pope will face three big challenges: Benedict’s legacy may be that his resignation set personal call, impulse or inclination might be in life, we tend to  How to revive Catholicism — and indeed, in place a radical reorganization of the Vatican spend an extraordinary amount of time and focus on the payoff Christianity — from the wave of secularization because church law stipulates that when a pope’s and reward of pursuing a career path. I know I have been guilty that has swept over Western civilization and tenure ends, so do the tenures of the heads of ma- of that, especially when guiding children. We want success for threatens to extinguish the faith, most especially jor Vatican agencies. The new pope, whoever he them. We want happiness for them and yet we don’t want them to in Western Europe. is, can make major changes simply by his selec- want for anything. But a vocation should do all of that.  How to get a better handle on the clergy tions for top Vatican positions. Maybe it’s because we want to be “sure” all the time in every- sexual abuse crisis that has become apparent in Time will tell. In the meantime, some promi- thing. many places around the world, undermining faith nent cardinals have spoken for the need for re- We want to be sure we will be happy. in the church — most especially in Ireland, once form. We want to be sure to make money. a crucible of devout and nearly universal Catholic “We need a new way of governing the church. We want to be sure it’s what we want. belief and practice. A more horizontal government. The curia must be But sometimes uncertainty is very much part of a true vocation  How to respond to aggressive, if sincere, revolutionized,” German Cardinal Walter Kasper and overcoming it is part of the reward. competition from evangelical churches — most told the Italian newspaper La Repubblica. “I think One of the greatest experiences you can have is to talk to peo- especially in Latin America and Africa — that the curia in general, beyond whatever emerges ple who love what they do. Over the years when I have inter- have drawn Catholics away from Mass and the from Vatileaks, needs to be revolutionized,” he viewed people, I found it is inspiring to listen to a priest talk sacraments. said, adding: “As well as the word reform, there about his life and how fulfi lling it is. I always ask older priests Imagine waking up one morning and having all must be a second: transparency. The curia must “What is your favorite part of your vocation?” It is a real gift to that on your plate. begin to open up, and not fear transparency.” watch their faces as they answer the question because, at least in Then there is a fourth issue which makes all the Responding to questions about how soon the my experience, no matter what the answer, there is always joy. other issues appear more intractable. The pope conclave would begin, Boston Cardinal Sean The same goes for long-married couples. Talk to someone who may not be sure who his friends are. Many of the O’Malley, said: “I’m not saying Vatileaks will be has been married 50 years. Ask them what it’s like. church’s cardinals have made no secret of their a determining factor, but I do want to know all Talk to someone, that is if you can fi nd someone, who is retir- views that the Vatican bureaucracy is badly in pertinent aspects. We have to take all the time we ing after working for the same company or at the same particular need of reform. need.” job for most of his or her life. The congregations and councils that make up Chicago Cardinal Francis George told the news- Somewhere in their recollections, they tell about doubt, uncer- the Roman curia exist to serve the pope’s ministry paper La Stampa that the cardinals weren’t ready tainty and even fear. Most over all, though, hangs the umbrella of as the head of the Church Universal. However, the to move immediately into the conclave, explain- joy and of peaceful fulfi llment. thinking is that too many of these agencies — and ing: “It’s not a question of rules. Even if all the No one who really has a vocation — not just a job — will tell the offi cials who head and staff them — have be- cardinal electors were here in Rome, I would still you it’s easy, but most will almost always tell you about the plea- come silos unto themselves, more concerned with not want to go into the conclave now. We need the sure and the reward that can’t be measured in dollars or stock exercising their prerogatives than providing genu- necessary information to be able to make the right portfolios. ine service to the Body of Christ. choice. What went wrong to create this break in So maybe we should think about that when we read about This point of view was affi rmed by some of trust within the government of the Holy See? It is “vocations.” A vocation belongs to everyone, so how is it that we can fi nd our own and encourage others to do the same? the documents that were part of the “Vatileaks” a concern, and one we’ve not had a formal report scandal, brought on by the over-ardent concerns about.” of Pope Benedict’s butler, who copied private pa- As I write, a date for the conclave has been set. Voices in the News pal documents and gave them to a journalist who This past Tuesday the cardinals were to take the he whole church, united with us in prayer, published them in a book. fi rst vote. Assuming 77 of them did not settle on a insistently invokes the grace of the Holy The scandal began in January 2012, when Ital- single candidate, they are to vote four more times Spirit so that a worthy pastor for the whole ian journalist Gianluigi Nuzzi broadcast a March daily until two-thirds plus one of them came to- ‘T fl ock of Christ would be elected by us.’ 2011 letter to the pope from Archbishop Carlo gether on a single choice. Maria Vigano, former Secretary General (or sec- Whoever it is, we can’t start praying for him too — Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re in conclave opening prayer, March 12 ond in command) of the Governorate of Vatican soon.

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Deaths Parish offices may forward death and wedding information using forms at http://observer.rockforddiocese.org/contact-us. AURORA—Holy Angels: Al- bert Espinosa, 78, Feb. 28; survived by three nieces and moved to the Motherhouse. Our Lady of Good Counsel: three nephews, who partici- Besides volunteering for many Guadalupe Rodriguez, 73, pated in the funeral services for duties there, she co-authored March 3; their Aunt Sister Joan. with Sister Brendan Harvey Visitation, vigil service and fu- Joyce “The Story of Anne Théresè,” a DEKALB—St. Mary: neral Mass were held at Sacred Sakalauski, 88, March 5; biography of St. Mother Theo- Heart Convent, here, on March dore Guerin for children which FREEPORT—St. Thomas 5. Burial was in Calvary Cem- was put in coloring book form in Aquinas: Dixie L. Grinnell, 71, etery in Springfield on March 6. 2006. Both are still in print. March 3; Sister is survived by nieces and ROCHELLE—St. Patrick: Sister Beatrice Hoberg, SP nephews. She was preceded in Charles Mershon, 70, March 1; ST. MARY-OF-THE-WOODS, death by a sister, Julia Vignola, ROCK FALLS—St. Andrew: Ind.—Sister Beatrice Hoberg and a brother, Joseph Hoberg. Angelo F. Celletti, 88, Feb. 27; died on Sunday, March 3, 2013, Visitation was March 7 in the Melvin E. Hohn, 70, March 4; in Mother Theodore Hall, here. Church of the Immaculate Con- ROCKFORD—St. Anthony She was born in Chicago, on ception. The funeral Mass was Nov. 2, 1917, to Louis and Julia of Padua: Christine J. Cipolla, March 8, 2013. Burial is in the Linskey Hoberg and was bap- 89, March 4; cemetery of the Sisters of Prov- tized Beatrice Margaret. idence. SAVANNA—St. John the Sister entered the Congrega- Baptist: Betty Jean Engaldo, tion of the Sisters of Providence Stewardship Moment 83, March 2; on Feb. 11, 1937, and was given the name Sister Mary Canice. SOMONAUK—St. John the Talents: God has given you a Baptist: Paul tePoele, 77, She professed final vows Aug. 15, 1945. gift, a charism. A charism isn’t Feb. 19. something you earn. It’s a gift Sister earned a bachelor’s degree from Saint Mary-of-the- entrusted to you for the sake Sister Joan Flannigan, OP Woods College and a master’s of the whole community, in- SPRINGFIELD—Sister Joan degree from the University of cluding your church. The only Flannigan (also known as Sis- Cincinnati. question is whether you will ter M. Brian), 84, a Dominican In her 76 years as a Sister of put it at the service of the com- Sister of Springfield and native Providence, she taught music munity or not. Pray that you of Aurora, died March 3, 2013. for 40 years in schools in In- will grow in your understanding She was born Nov. 5, 1928. Her diana, Illinois and California. of stewardship of your talents parents were Edward and Har- During these years, she co- and abilities. riet Vochrodt Flannigan. authored a classroom music Courtesy of Parish Publications For 59 years, Sister Joan taught series, “To God Through Mu- “Stewardship” newsletter and administered in Catholic sic,” published by Gregorian schools in Illinois. In the Rock- Institute of America in 1955. ford Diocese, she taught at St. Some of the music in this series Mass Meditation If you or anyone you know Daily Scripture readings are Peter School and Holy Angels were her original compositions. has been a victim of sexual published in the Prayer Request In 1976, she also co-authored School, both in Aurora, and was and Scripture Reading Calendar some reading workbooks for Sunday, March 17 (5th Lent): abuse by any member of a principal at St. Thomas School In the second reading (Phil diocesan clergy, religious, in The Observer in the last issue in Crystal Lake. primary grades published by of the month, and are avail- Economy Co. In 1980 she 3:8), St. Paul says, “For His church employee or volun- able on line at http://observer. After suffering a stroke in 2009, moved to Terre Haute, Ind., sake I have forfeited every- teer, first call the police, then rockforddiocese.org by clicking she returned to the mother- where she ministered at Sime- thing; I have accounted all else house where she served God’s please call the diocesan hot- on Daily Scripture Readings for on House as activities and pro- rubbish so that Christ may be people with her prayers and line at 815/962-9347. lists and podcasts. gram director. She then moved my wealth.” Does my steward- suffering. to Mother Theodore Guerin ship suggest that I could say Mortgage rates are still Sister Joan was preceded in Convent in River Grove, giving Mortgage rates are still death by her parents and her service to sisters while continu- the same? . historically low sister Mary Lou Gilbert. She is ing composing. In 1996, she Courtesy of Sharon Hueckel Look into refinancing with a responsible lender. Meghan Gavelda Home Mortgage Consultant Rockford Pro-Life Case Settled Phone: 815-929-4876 [email protected] From page 1 training program for the Rock- tivities. NMLSR ID 977015 According to the settlement ford Police Department in or- The settlement dictates a Wells Fargo Home Mortgage is a division of Wells Fargo agreement, the city of Rock- der to properly educate law comprehensive policy reform Bank, N.A. © 2011 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. ford has agreed that its govern- enforcers about citizens’ First on Rockford’s part, mandates NMLSR ID 399801 AS977514 2/13-5/13 ing ordinances should not vio- Amendment rights. law enforcement education late the fundamental rights of The settlement agreement’s and training regarding citizen Rockford citizens to freedom stated goals include the pre- rights, requires payment by the Principal of expression and assembly. vention of any wrongful arrest city for the plaintiffs’ legal fees St. Mary in DeKalb is currently looking for a principal The city will be revising a spe- of citizens, pro-life advocates as well as modest compensa- for the 2013-14 school year. cific number of its ordinances included, for participation in tion for damages incurred when As leader of the Faith Community of the school, the Principal and laws and implementing a constitutionally-protected ac- a pro-life bus bench advertise- must: Be a practicing Roman Catholic who has knowledge ment was defaced and obliter- and understanding of the Catholic faith; Uphold the teaching ated and future advertisements precepts of the Catholic Church; Understand and be dedicated barred. to the ministry, philosophy, and goals of Catholic school Family Owned Rilott expresses appreciation education; Be capable of providing spiritual leadership to the for the assistance provided by school community. since 1888 the Thomas More Society over Have a minimum of five years of successful teaching these five difficult years, in- experience, preferably in a Catholic school system; hold a cluding their moral support at current Ill. Admin. Cert. (Type 75) or its equivalent from another Quiram Kirkland Chapel some area pro-life events. state. Be in compliance with the current catechetical formation 309 South Fifth Street Fred C. Olson Chapel Kirkland, IL 60146 “The Thomas More Society, program for the Diocese of Rockford. 1001 Second Avenue Rockford, IL 61104 at no cost and with tremendous Principal applications are available on the Cooper Quiram Chapel faith and professionalism, de- www.RockfordDiocese.org/education website. North Main Chapel 202 E. Main Street 2811 North Main Street Genoa, IL 60135 fended the people of Rockford Rockford, IL 61103 Applicants are asked to submit their application to the Cooper Sycamore Chapel for five years while this case Superintendent of Schools: 1245 Somonauk Street went through the courts,” he Sycamore, IL 60178 Diocese of Rockford says. “We are blessed to have Se Habla Superintendent of Catholic Schools Craig Anderson Espanol an organization like this pro- PO Box 7044 Funeral Director, Member of St. Bridget Parish tecting the rights of Christians Rockford, IL 61125 24 Hour Phone: 815-963-6521 Web: www.olsonfh.com and all Americans.” The Observer | FRIDAY MARCH 15, 2013 15

NOVENAS

Novena to the Throne of God, I place in you all My Published in gratitude. D.L.S. I give you my entire self. Lord Jesus, Jesus. I praise you Jesus. I thank you Sacred Heart and St. Jude interests and desires. O St. Joseph do now and forever, I invite you into my The Miracle Prayer Jesus. I shall follow you every day of May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be assist me by your powerful intercession life Jesus, I accept you as my Lord, my life. Amen. adored, glorifi ed, loved and preserved and obtain for me from your Divine Lord Jesus, I come before you, just as God and Saviour. Heal me, change I am. I am sorry for my sins, I repent Mary, my mother, Queen of Peace, St. throughout the world now and forever. Son all spiritual blessings through me, strengthen me in body, soul and Peregrine, the cancer saint, all you an- Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jesus Christ, Our Lord; So that having of my sins, please forgive me. In your spirit: Come Lord Jesus, cover me name, I forgive all others for what they gels and saints please help me. Amen. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. engaged here below your Heavenly with your precious blood, and fi ll me L.F. J.F. St. Jude, helper of the hopeless, pray power I May Offer My Thanksgiving have done against me. I renounce Sa- with your Holy Spirit, I love you Lord for us. Amen. Say this prayer nine times and Homage to the most Loving of tan, the evil spirits and all their works. a day for nine days. Published in grati- Fathers. O St. Joseph, I never weary tude. Thank you St. Jude. F.F. contemplating you and Jesus asleep in your arms. I dare not approach while Holy Cross Business/Facilities Manager Prayer to the He reposes near your heart. Press him Blessed Virgin Mary in my name and Kiss His fi ne Head Must be active and practicing Catholic, with 3-5 years experience in business management O most beautiful fl ower of Mount Car- for me, and ask Him to return the Kiss including knowledge of budgeting, accounting (bookkeeping), finance, human resources, mel, fruitful vine, Splendor of Heaven, when I drew my dying breath. St. Jo- supervision and general running of a professional or non-profit organization. Marketing a plus. Blessed Mother of the Son of God, seph, Patron of departing souls, pray Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my for Us. Amen. Say for nine consecutive Facility management highly desired. Computer proficiency in appropriate application programs necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me mornings for anything you may desire. with capacity to learn others as needed. Ability to design and implement business processes. and show me that you are my mother. O Build collaboration with office staff, the HCCS Principal, parishioners and business clientele. Holy Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from To have a Novena printed: Send Reporting Relationship: Direct to Pastor. Supervisory Relationships: Parish Secretary, Parish the bottom of my heart to secure me a $10 check for each Novena along Bookkeeper, Parish Receptionists, Maintenance, Repair Workers or Contractors with the name of the Novena you in my necessity (make request). There Education: 4-year degree with a major in some aspect of Business Administration. are none that can withstand your power. want and the initials you wish us O Mary conceived without sin pray for to use to: Full Time Salaried Exempt position. us who have recourse to thee (3 times). The Observer Applicable Benefits. Salary commensurate with experience I place this prayer in your hands (3 P.O. Box 7044 Send resume to [email protected] or Fax to 630-402-0948; times). Amen. 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Vatican Update

Cardinal electors by region There are 115 cardinals expected to vote for a new pope in the upcoming conclave. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • europe: 60 • • • • • u.s. and • • • • • canada: 14 asia: 10 • • • • • • africa: 11 • • • • • • • • • • • oceania: 1 latin america: 19

Countries with more than one cardinal elector

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Order of Precedence 5 Godfried Danneels of Mechelen-Brussels. Cardinals’ Ages The Vatican is nothing if not formal, and the 115 cardinals 6 Joachim Meisner of Cologne, Germany. The group of cardinals who entered the conclave is slight- who gathered to take part in the election of the next pope 7 Nicolas Lopez Rodriguez of Santo Domingo, Dominican ly older — by three months — than the group that elected have an established order of precedence to determine seat- Republic. 78-year-old Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger in 2005. ing. Rounding out the top 10 are three North Americans. 8 Roger M. Mahony, retired archbishop of Los Angeles. As of March 7, the average age of the 115 cardinal electors 1 Giovanni Battista Re, retired prefect of the Congregation planning to enter the conclave was 71 years, 10 months. In 9 Jaime Ortega Alamino of Havana. for Bishops. 2005, there also were 115 cardinal electors in the conclave, 10 Jean-Claude Turcotte of Montreal. 2 Tarcisio Bertone, chamberlain. and their average age was 71 years, 7 months. 3 Antonios Naguib, retired Coptic Catholic patriarch, The remaining North American cardinals are scattered The cardinals who elected 58-year-old Cardinal Karol Alexandria, Egypt. throughout the list, all the way to number 115, James M. Har- Wojtyla — Blessed John Paul II — in 1978 had an average 4 Bechara Rai, Maronite patriarch. vey, archpriest of the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls. age of 67. (CNS) Ring of Retired Pope Benedict ‘Destroyed’ as O cial Seal BY CAROL ZIMMERMANN erning the interregnum and Rome Association of Gold- Catholic News Service election of a pope, the College smiths. It had Pope Benedict’s of Cardinals must “arrange for name etched on it and a scene VATICAN CITY—When the destruction of the fi sher- of St. Peter casting out his net, Pope Benedict XVI offi cially man’s ring and of the lead seal symbolizing how popes are stepped down from offi ce Feb. with which apostolic letters are successors of the Apostle Peter. 28, his wardrobe changed — dispatched.” Many Catholics pay their re- right down to the ring on his On March 6, Jesuit Father spects to the pope by kneeling fi n g e r . Federico Lombardi, Vatican and kissing his ring. He simply stopped wearing spokesman, told reporters The Catholic Encyclopedia the familiar red shoes and the that this “destruction” had notes that the earliest mention white cape on his shoulders been completed, although he of the fi sherman’s ring worn over the traditional white cas- explained that the ring is not by popes is in a letter Pope sock. He also stopped wearing smashed or destroyed com- Clement IV wrote in 1265 to the fi sherman’s ring, one of the pletely; rather, two deep cuts (CNS photo/Alessia Giuliani, Catholic Press Photo) his nephew, stating that popes main symbols of the papal of- are made in its face so that The fi sherman’s ring — the pope’s signet — is seen on the right hand were to seal their private let- fi ce, and went back to wearing it can no longer be used as a of Pope Benedict XVI as he celebrates Mass in Havana, Cuba, March 28, ters with “the seal of the fi sher- an episcopal ring he wore as a seal. 2012. It has been “destroyed” for use as an offi cial seal. man.” cardinal. Retired Pope Benedict re- During the 15th century, the But it was not enough to sim- ceived the ring at his inau- bolizing a bishop’s authority. The gold ring, similar to the papal ring also was used to ply leave the papal ring behind. guration Mass along with his Both were based on ancient old rings that popes used also seal offi cial papal documents According to the rules gov- pallium, the woolen stole sym- designs. as seals, was designed by the known as briefs. Get all the news about Pope Benedict’s successor in The Observer. Subscribe today online or by phone. http://observer.rockforddiocese.org 815/399-4300, ext. 383 (CNS photo/Paul Haring)