'He's with His True Father'

Get away to pray » Class of 2019 »16 J.R.R. Tolkien » Perspectives » Great spots for a Congrats to all The Catholic origins of Bishop Barron weighs in on summer retreat of our grads! The Lord of the Rings California confession bill ‘He’s with his true father’ JOHN CASTILLO, KENDRICK’S DAD

John and Maria Castillo, center, stand before their son Kend- rick’s casket during his funeral Mass May 17. Kendrick was killed in a shooting at STEM School Highlands Ranch May 8. His life and heroic actions have served as an inspiration for the local Catholic community, as well as the wider Colorado and national communities. PHOTOBYANDREWWRIGHT

STEM shooting hero remembered for his unwavering kindness and faith

BY AARON LAMBERT e loved the outdoors. He Kendrick Castillo was a faithful, he heroically lunged toward [email protected] loved technology. He loved kind and caring individual whose life a shooter that attacked STEM H his friends. He just plain loved. was tragically cut short May 7 when School Highlands Ranch » Bethlehem Handicrafts Carving by HAND for over 300 years! OLIVE WOOD Over 1,000 handcrafted Archbishop endorses the family business pieces on display BEAUTIFUL ONE OF A KIND GIFTS 4114 S Parker Rd, Aurora, Co 80014 SCAN ME www.BethlehemHandicrafts.com 720-201-7193 2 MAY 25-JUNE 7, 2019 | DENVER CATHOLIC

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Archbishop’s Column Most Rev. Samuel J. Aquila Curtail our culture of violence by addressing abortion any people are worried hurts,” including by respecting “the and the defenseless unborn to be all, we will continue to teach the next about the increasing levels life of their child.” The Christian com- harmed?” Laws that sanction this generation that only certain people M of violence in our country, munity should be the ﬁ rst in line to only reinforce what Pope Francis calls deserve love and dignity, while others and over the past week, three states help expectant mothers and fathers, “a throwaway culture.” can be killed. passed laws that address a key con- but all of society has a stake in this Rather than enabling mothers and Pope Francis noted in a recent tributor to our culture of violence. I matter. fathers to choose not to love their interview when questioned about am speaking about what Saint Mother Many people today rightfully children, our states and country abortion and civil law, “My ques- Teresa called the “greatest destroyer lament the plague of gun violence should be leading the way in pro- tion comes before civil law, before of peace today” — abortion. that has taken the lives of so many viding parents every opportunity to Church law, to the human: Is it just This past week, three states moved innocent people. We have reacted welcome them with love. At its core, to eliminate a human being to solve a ahead with bills that recognize this with horror to the tragedies that the issue of abortion is about either problem? Is it just to hire an assassin reality by limiting abortion. I applaud have cut short young lives, but we choosing to love — to give until it to solve a problem? Everything else these laws, which attempt to deliver have not examined the reasons this is hurts — or to not love. stems from that. That is the basic justice to the most vulnerable among happening. There are many complex One person who understood this in question.” us — defenseless, unborn children. factors behind the violence that has a profound way was Jean Vanier, the The basic question is: Do we Every child has the right to life and gripped our country and many other founder of the L’Arche Community, respect the dignity of human life should not have this right cast aside places in the world, but one factor who died on May 7 at the age of 90. from the moment of conception by his or her mother or father, regard- that must not be overlooked is what Vanier never married but dedicated until natural death? A culture that less of the circumstances of his or our laws and society teach people, his life to giving the gift of friendship has embraced abortion up to the her conception. We must not accept especially the young. In the words of to the intellectually disabled. time of birth has only deteriorated to the illogical argument that unborn St. Mother Teresa, “Any country that Vanier realized that, “Essentially, accepting physician-assisted suicide children do not have the same human accepts abortion is not teaching its they wanted a friend. They were not on the other end of life. Essentially, rights as those of us who are born. people to love, but to use any violence very interested in my knowledge or society communicates with its laws It is an easy step to say that other to get what they want. This is why the my ability to do things, but rather that life has little meaning or value. classes of people have lesser rights if greatest destroyer of love and peace is they needed my heart and my being.” Therefore, it is certainly also blind to we accept this ﬂ awed reasoning. abortion.” What Vanier discovered in his the inherent God-given value of every When St. Mother Teresa addressed Abortion violently takes the life work with the disabled is also true human life. the National Prayer Breakfast in of an unborn child, and it introduces of the unborn and of any person. We May God give our country the 1994, she boldly decried abortion. She death into our hearts and the heart of need to love others and to be loved grace it needs to turn away from the told the assembled lawmakers, “The our society. Murdering an adult does by others; without this exchange, we evil of abortion and accept all life greatest destroyer of peace today is the same thing. To a lesser degree, wither, and society is weakened. as a gift from him, regardless of the abortion, because it is a war against turning away someone in need harms “I strongly believe,” Vanier wrote, circumstances. May the hardened the child, a direct killing of the inno- us and those we disregard. Big and “that God is hidden in the heart of the hearts of those who support abortion cent child ….” small, sin impacts us and everyone smallest of all, in the weakest of all, up to birth, be open to the truth of the Instead, mother and fathers, she else. We must ask, “What are we and if we commit ourselves to him, we dignity of human life and the unborn said, should be helped to love, which teaching our people when we allow open a new world.” Unless the laws child. involves being “willing to give until it the poor, the vulnerable, the sick of our society value the smallest of

ARCHBISHOP’S SCHEDULE PHOTO OF THE WEEK MAY 25: Priesthood Ordination Mass, @ArchbishopDen May 8 Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Denver (10 a.m.) A young man who followed MAY 26: Mass and Parish Festival, Queen of Peace, Denver (11:30 a.m.) Christ & laid down his life for MAY 27: Memorial Day Mass, Mt. Olivet others! May the Lord provide Cemetery, Wheat Ridge (10 a.m.) consolation to his family! I MAY 29: Conﬁ rmation Mass, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, Denver (6:30 p.m.) will o er Mass for Kendrick & MAY 30: Conﬁ rmation Mass, Hoy Family, Ft. his family here in Rome. +sja Collins (6:30 p.m.)

JUNE 1: Conﬁ rmation Mass, St. Francis of Assisi, Ft. Longmont (4:30 p.m.)

JUNE 2: Conﬁ rmation Mass, All Souls, Englewood (4:30 p.m.) Bishop Jorge H. Rodriguez cele-

JUNE 5: Conﬁ rmation Mass, St. Therese, brated the funeral Mass for Ken- Aurora (6 p.m.) drick Castillo at St. Mary Parish in

JUNE 7: Conﬁ rmation Mass, Queen of Peace, Littleton May 17. Aurora (4:30 p.m.) PHOTOBYANDREWWRIGHT DENVER CATHOLIC | MAY 25-JUNE 7, 2019 3

Around the Archdiocese Late St. Joseph deacon ‘reached out into the peripheries’ during ministry

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eacon Maclovio (Max) Sanchez, 87, passed away peacefully in D Olathe, Kansas on April 30. Deacon Sanchez was assigned to St. Joseph’s Parish in Denver throughout his diaconal ministry. Maclovio Sanchez was born on May 21, 1931 in San Luis, Colorado, to Estevan and Emily Sanchez. He was baptized at Most Precious Blood Parish in San Luis, Colorado, on June 2, 1931 and grew up in Walsenberg, Colorado. FILE PHOTO He graduated from St. Mary’s High School in Wasenberg. ordained a deacon at the Cathedral On April 24, 1954, he married Mary Basilica of the Immaculate Conception Frances Marquez at Holy Rosary Parish by Archbishop James Casey. This was in Denver. Over the 65 years of their only the second class of men ordained marriage, the couple was blessed with in the archdiocese at the time. He was three children: Martin, Debra and immediately assigned to St. Joseph’s Joshua. They also had numerous grand- Parish where he also conducted numer- children and great grandchildren. ous Spanish Missions and served at In Denver, Max worked for Midwest the Westside Action Center. Retiring Liquor Company, delivering products from ministry in 1993, he continued to the area stores. But his love was to serve at St. Joseph’s Parish as long directed towards the poor communi- as his health would allow. ties in the metro area. Max was vice “Deacon Max reached out into the chairman of the Coalition for the West- peripheries and brought the lost back side Betterment and President of the St. into the Church,” said Deacon Joseph Vincent de Paul Society Food Bank. He Donohoe, Director of Deacon Person- and his wife were also very involved in nel. “We have been blessed to have such the parish at St. Joseph’s. a dedicated Cleric and Servant of the FOR KING & COUNTRY On March 22, 1975, Maclovio was Church in Denver.” WITH REBECCA ST. JAMES $49.99 AC Tune-up Sunda, Jun 30 Mention coupon when calling 303-280-5765 to receive offer. Not valid with any other promotions. Expirse 6/9/19. SCHEDULE TODAY!

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In-Depth Colorado Catholic Conference notes several victories during 2019 Legislative Session

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Kendrick Castillo laid down his life for his friends

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World & Nation California confession bill won’t stop abuse, but threatens religious liberty, critics say BY CATHOLIC NEWS AGENCY abuse from hearing the confession of claimed that “the clergy-penitent “SB 360 claims to solve a crisis that any penitent. privilege has been abused on a large does not exist,” Gomez said. enate Bill 360 is under active In a May 20 statement, Archbishop scale, resulting in the unreported and While priests are forbidden from consideration by the California José H. Gomez of Los Angeles said the systemic abuse of thousands of chil- disclosing the contents of sacramental S State Legislature. For the latest bill remains “an unacceptable violation dren across multiple denominations confessions under any circumstances, updates, visit catholicnewsagency.com. of our religious freedoms that will do and faiths.” and face excommunication for doing nothing to protect children.” The senator has claimed that such so, few believe Hill’s bill would prevent California’s state senate will vote As amended, he said, “SB 360 still abuse has been revealed through child abuse. on a bill that would require priests to denies the sanctity of confession to “recent investigations by 14 attorneys California Catholic Conference exec- violate the seal of confession in certain every priest in the state and to thou- general, the federal government, and utive director Andy Rivas told Angelus limited circumstances. An amended sands of Catholics who work with other countries.” Hill’s oª ce declined News May 15 that “there is no evidence text of the bill passed the Senate appro- priests in parishes and other Church to respond to requests from CNA for that forcing priests to disclose what is priations’ committee May 16. agencies and ministries.” clarity or speciﬁ c instances of the abuse learned in the confessional would pre- The bill, as amended, would require Clergy in California are already cited. vent a single case of child abuse.” priests to report to law enforcement required to report knowledge or sus- Archbishop Jose Gomez of Los Ange- If penitents report being abused, knowledge or suspicion of child abuse picion of child abuse in most circum- les said in a May 15 column that Hill’s several priests told CNA, they are gained from hearing the sacramen- stances, though penitential conversa- claim is “simply not true. Hearings on generally asked to discuss the matter tal confessions of other priests or tions like sacramental confession are the bill have not presented a single with the priest-confessor immediately co-workers. exempted, as are other kinds of privi- case — in California or anywhere else after confession has ended. When such The bill originally would have leged conversations, among them those — where this kind of crime could have conversations take place after confes- required California priests to violate covered by attorney-client privilege. been prevented if a priest had dis- sion, clergy members in California are the seal of confession anytime they The bill’s sponsor, California state closed information he had heard in already required by law to report them. gained knowledge or suspicion of child Senator Jerry Hill (D-Calif. 13), has confession.” The bill is not the ﬁ rst time Hill has Give the gift of hope. Support mothers and children experiencing homelessness

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communications has been recognized to prevent child sexual abuse, it does civil statute of limitations for lawsuits in Western legal traditions for centu- not make sense to single out Catholic involving sexual abuse claims against ries. The sacrament of confession is priests and the Sacrament of Penance employees of public schools and other understood within Catholic teaching and Reconciliation, which is the formal California institutions. to be a revelation to God of sins, name for confession.” The Archdiocese of Los Ange- and confession is kept absolutely The Archdiocese of Los Angeles, les, along with five other Califor- confidential in order to ensure that no California’s largest, has faced two nia dioceses, established May 14 an penitent is discouraged from making allegations of child sexual abuse by independently managed compensation use of the sacrament. priests in the last ten years. According program, which would provide California’s bill would be a striking to the Center for Applied Research in compensatory payment to those reversal of long-standing legal prece- the Apostolate, there are seven allega- alleging to be victims of priestly sexual dent preceding even the foundation of tions of clerical sexual abuse made each abuse, regardless of when that abuse is the United States. The state would be year, across the United States. alleged to have happened. the fi rst to explicitly revoke religious Although all educators in California, Gomez, for his part, has called Cath- confi dentiality while keeping protec- as in most states, are mandated report- olics to oppose the confession bill, tion for other kinds of confi dential con- ers, the U.S. Department of Justice esti- which he called “a mortal threat to the versations in place. mates that 10 percent of public school religious freedom of every Catholic.” Gomez’s May 15 column noted students in the U.S. will experience “The privacy of that intimate con- PHOTO BY ANNIE SPRATT | UNSPLASH directly that the proposed measure sexual misconduct by a school employee versation — our ability to speak with taken issue with internal Church prac- “only targets Catholic priests.” before graduating from high school. total honesty from our lips to God’s ear tices. In 2015, he signed a letter urging While the bill’s sponsor insists that’s 6,220,413 students were enrolled in — is absolutely vital to our relationship San Francisco’s Archbishop Salvatore not true, the bill was introduced shortly California public schools in 2017-2018, with God,” Gomez wrote. Cordileone to end an archdiocesan after the release a Pennsylvania grand according to the state’s department of At the same time, the archbishop requirement that Catholic school jury report detailing decades of clerical education. If California does not signifi - encouraged Catholics to pray for the teachers live in accord with the moral sexual abuse allegations, and after the cantly deviate from national statistics, healing of abuse victims and their teachings of the Catholic Church. scandal that began June 20, 2018, when 622,041 of those students are likely to families. The letter said the requirement had credible allegations of abuse against experience sexual misconduct by public “Let us ask our Blessed Mother Mary “a divisive tone, which stands in stark former cardinal Theodore McCarrick school employees before graduation. to help us bring healing to every vic- contrast to the values that defi ne the were made public. Hill, himself a licensed teacher, has tim-survivor of abuse and help us build Bay Area and its history.” Gomez also said this week that “from not weighed in publicly on another a society where every child is loved, pro- The right to confi dential religious a public policy standpoint, if the goal is California bill that would remove the tected, and safe.”

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Around the Archdiocese A Ministry of The Archdiocese of Denver Get away to pray: Encounter God at one of these retreat places near Denver this summer

BY VLADIMIR MAURICIO-PEREZ time, outdoor activities and prayer. [email protected] Fortunately, the Archdiocese of Denver has been blessed with numer- eyond the never-ending debate ous retreat sites surrounded by silence of whether summer is better and beauty that are available to Denver Peace of Mind for your Family with Pre-Planning B than winter or vice versa, there Catholics. So, consider going on an is no doubt that the green, ﬂ owers and individual or group retreat to one of More info at cfcsColorado.org fauna of the warmer days of the year these sites and encounter the Creator provide a unique experience for family through the beauty of creation.

REGINA CAELI HERMITAGE “Soaked with a monastic spirit” and located in a silent valley of western Littleton, the Regina Caeli Hermitage sits amidst the beauty of the Rocky Mountains — and at a convenient distance for Denver residents. This property welcomes both individuals and groups throughout the year for retreats. Run by the MT. OLIVET ARCHDIOCESE OF DENVER ST. SIMEON community of the Brothers of Saint John, who follow CATHOLIC CEMETERY MORTUARY CATHOLIC CEMETERY the footsteps of the Beloved Disciple through prayer, 12801 W. 44th Ave., Serving the 22001 E. State Hwy. 30, study fraternal charity, and teaching and preaching, the Wheat Ridge, CO greater Denver area Aurora, CO hermitage counts with a big retreat center and two cabins. (303) 424-7785 (303) 425-9511 (720) 859-9785 The Dome House has 20 beds, eight rooms and a bathroom on each of the three ﬂ oors, a spacious library that can be used as a conference hall, kitchen, refectory and chapel. The other two individual cabins, named “Patience” and “Faithfulness,” are for “brave souls,” since, due to their rustic nature, they provide a unique experience for those BUY YOUR TICKETS TODAY! who wish to “go to the desert” like the ﬁ rst Christian monks. They are equipped with a bed, desk, chapel and wood stove to stay warm during the winter months. Marisol Health invites you to Bathrooms and a kitchen are available in the Dome House. Makes The Brothers of Saint John acquired the property from Father Roger Mollison in a great 2002, a priest from the Archdiocese of Denver, in order to have a place of retreat for Father’s their novices during their required two months of “desert” or silent retreat. Day gift! i For a calendar of availability and to stay tuned on future retreats organized by the Brothers, visit rchermitage.org.

For men who rise up to the challenge of being the MOTHER CABRINI SHRINE Sons, Husbands, Fathers and Brothers they were meant to be! Not many dioceses can o¤ er a place where the faithful Men's Breakfast can walk and reﬂ ect in the footsteps of a saint. Here A Fundraising Event for Marisol Health in Denver, St. Frances Xavier Cabrini parish o¤ ers that Thursday, June 20, 2019 and more. This popular retreat site o¤ ers opportunities for KEYNOTE SPEAKER: CURTIS MARTIN group and individual retreats and for overnight or day Husband, Father, Founder and CEO of retreats. The historic three-story Stone House that Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS) was commissioned to be built by St. Frances Xavier is available for overnight group retreats. It features 10 The Denver Athletic Club bedrooms, 28 twin beds, chapel, sunroom and great room for presentations. 1325 Glenarm Place | Denver, CO 80204 The Hermitage is available for overnight individual retreats or one- to three-people 7:00 a.m. Mass celebrated by Bishop Jorge Rodríguez, Ph.D. retreats. It gives an experience that is “remote” and “isolated.” It features a great Worship lead by Matt Miller view of the Statue of the Sacred Heart, living room with kitchenette, one bedroom 7:45 a.m. Breakfast & Program and one bathroom. For people seeking an individual or group day retreat, the shrine also o¤ ers opportunities. Groups can book a conference room, a chapel, the $100 per person | $800 per table of 8 | $1,000 Sonrise Sponsor Hermitage or the Stone House, and order meals. Individuals can enjoy their self- guided retreat in the quiet and beautiful places, including the prayer garden and the For information, tickets or sponsorship information, please contact stations of the cross leading up to the 22-foot statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Shelly Saeman at [email protected] or 720.799.9289 ccdenver.org/Sonrise i To book your next retreat, visit mothercabrinishrine.org. DENVER CATHOLIC | MAY 25-JUNE 7, 2019 11

JESUS OUR HOPE HERMITAGE Located on South Creek Road in Littleton, Jesus Our Hope Hermitage is a great place for those looking to fi nd God in silence and nature near the Mile-High City. The hermitage is directed by the Community of the Beatitudes of Denver, and features four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a full kitchen, a meeting room that can fi t up to 20 people and a chapel with the Blessed Sacrament. Devoid from all modern technological distractions, the hermitage’s 62 acres of rugged woodland allow for a restful and prayerful stay for individuals or groups. The piece of land on which the hermitage rests was purchased by Father Roger Back: Leslie Olsen, Dan Monchunski, Monalisa Shafer, Mike Wherley, Mollison in the early ‘90s, who dreamed of providing a safe place away from the Ron Chamberlain, Ben Kubier, Michael Wellensiek, John Horan, Dan Davis, distractions of daily life where people could encounter God. Michael Gold, Vanessa Rodriguez, Harry Queen, Lupe Alvarado. The Community of the Beatitudes continues that mission by providing spiritual Seated: Debra Rupp, Janice (Perry) Queen, Kereen O’Connor, Valerie Horan, guidance or private Mass if requested with anticipation and “Come and Rest” days Chace Grin, John L. Horan, Andrea Horan, Karen Miller, Maggie Roberts, Larry Hagan. for groups seeking guided refl ection. Additional Catholic sta member: Anthony Spano, Marisa Casillas, As the site’s website suggests, “Whether you walk the trails, sit quietly in the gazebo Sammantha Ramirez, and Valeria Licón. or fi nd a spot [you discovered], the solitude and beauty of nature is a constant reminder of the love God has for this earth, for each of us, and for you in particular. God will speak to you there and you will return to your daily life blessed and renewed.” We share your faith Convenience & Excellence. When it matters most. i Visit jesus-our-hope.org for more information. Catholic owned. Pre-planning services. Seven metro area locations. ANNUNCIATION HEIGHTS Call 303.743.8804 OR 303.745.4418 HoranCares.com/Catholic

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Providing one of the most beautiful views of Longs Peak, the Archdiocese of Denver’s Vehicles new adventure camp, located 10 miles south of Estes Park, rightfully carries the for mission of providing a place where people can encounter the Creator through the beauty of creation. The fun activities and programs o¤ ered for kids, families and schools year-round are Charity all directed to this goal. The Summer Camp programs for 4th to 12th graders include activities such as hiking, climbing and zip-lining, along with daily Mass, formation and prayer. While Annunciation Heights is not available for individual retreats, it DONATE YOUR is possible to book for group retreats for adults or young men, women and other Catholic groups. VEHICLES FOR CHARITY. Even more, the sta¤ continuously strives to be witnesses of what Christian hospitality The process is simple, free and rewards you with should look like. And for those who truly seek to get away, there is no cellphone a tax deduction and with knowing you’ve coverage, which helps to enter into the experience, instead of checking social media made a difference in someone’s life. or work emails. Wi-Fi, we must say, is available for retreat leaders and emergencies. Whether you want to send your kid to summer camp or go on retreat with your parish group or your family, Annunciation Heights is a great option. The archdiocese invested in a place to make it available to the faithful — use it! ccdenver.org/donateacar (720) 799-9311 i For more info visit annunciationheights.org 12 MAY 25-JUNE 7, 2019 | DENVER CATHOLIC

World & Nation Alabama outlaws abortion, setting up Supreme Court Roe v. Wade challenge

BY CATHOLIC NEWS AGENCY bill’s sponsors, will not face criminal serious risk of substantial physical of unborn children in our country penalties for undergoing abortions. impairment of a major bodily function.” something that is no longer viewed labama Gov. Kay Ivey signed The state Senate engaged in fi erce Opponents pledged months ago to as anything but the horrendous and into law May 15 a bill that will debate last week, which ultimately challenge the legislation in court. Sup- inhumane killing of the most innocent A outlaw nearly all abortion in erupted in a shouting match on the porters say court challenges could lead among us that it is,” he said. the state. The bill, which was passed Senate fl oor, over whether an exemp- to a reversal of the Roe v. Wade decision. Rep. Terri Collins (R-Decatur), spon- by the Alabama Senate, is intended to tion for cases of rape or incest should Bishop Robert Baker of Birming- sor of the House bill, said the bill passed be a direct challenge to Roe v. Wade, be included in the bill. A vote scheduled ham said in April that the legislation Thursday is designed to “confront a the 1973 Supreme Court decision that for May 10 was delayed after exemption refl ects “the strong commitment that decision that was made by the courts declared unconstitutional state mea- was removed from the Senate’s bill fol- the people of Alabama have to life.” in 1973 that said the baby in a womb is sures prohibiting abortion. lowing a voice vote May 9. In an April 3 statement, the bishop not a person,” Collins added. “This bill The Human Life Protection Act The measure does include a pro- praised the lawmakers’ e¯ orts. addresses that one issue. Is that baby (HB314) will make attempting or per- vision that would allow abortions “in “I strongly support these bills and in the womb a person? I believe our law forming an abortion a felony o¯ ense. cases where abortion is necessary in stand behind the e¯ orts of these legis- says it is.” Doctors who perform abortion could be order to prevent a serious health risk lators to promote life and to, hopefully “It is meant to actually use some of charged with a Class A felony and could to the unborn child’s mother.” in the near future, eliminate this evil the same language that is addressed face between 10 years and life in prison. The bill defi nes a serious health risk we know as abortion from within the in Roe vs. Wade. So, hopefully it just The penalty applies only to doctors, as a condition requiring an abortion “to boundaries of the State of Alabama; completely takes it all the way to the not to mothers, who, according to the avert [the mother’s] death or to avert and, eventually, to make the killing Supreme Court eventually to overturn.”

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Congratulations to the 84th Graduating Class of

199 21,327 $25 Million 22 96% Graduates Hours of community In merit scholarships earned NCAA Athletes Of our students will be service attending a college or university

Maximus Abariotes Alexander Chen Brianna Gonzalez Andrew Michaud Devon Riddle Jordyn Abeyta YaZhuo Chen Tyler Gosch Sara Miller Connor Riepma Noah Abeyta-Rudolph Isabella Cisneros Robert Groene William Miller Kellen Ritzdorf Alexander Allen Macy Clem Anna Grosso Madison Mills Dalton Rodriguez Hunter Amen Micaela Clode Makena Guthrie Garrett Milne Jazlyn Rodriguez Hernandez Jordan Apodaca Shelby Colbert Emma Hahn Rhyse Muller Briana Rodriguez-Castillo Michael Aragon Jr. Tim Coldwell Haylee Hansen Anna Murdy Colin Rogers Grace Archibald Vivian Conrad Colleen Hart Tara Newsom Marissa Romero Mercedes Armijo Lauren Cox Wind Henderson Cindy Ngo Francis Rooney III Shahan Asif eodore Critikos Kevin Hernandez Taylor Nielsen Kate Rowland Morgan Atwell Angelo Damian Matthew Hinners Owen Noland Gabriella Rueth Sophie Axley Jakob Dammen Julia Hopkins Vann Noland Patrick Schaefer Hannah Baltzan Zachary Dascalos Peter Hovland Brennen Nolte Dominic Sell Jonathon Bassett Christian Davis Gabrielle Hyatt Joseph Noone Isabella Sevier Anthony Battista Jaime DeBerardinis Soa Jerez Kendall Nusbaum Liam Shaw Gustavo Baylon Leyva erese DeLine Benjamin Johnson Conor O’Hagan Andrew Shine Brittney Becerra Madeleine DeNezza Emerson Johnson John O’Neill Piper Shine Tanner Beck Alexandra Deorio Hayden Johnson Joshua Obrecht Dante Silva Jakob Beckish Dominic DePizzol Parker Juels Collin Oliver Lerae Sisneros Jackson Berger Dominique deSeriere Adelaide Kennedy William Olivieri Jake Spies Miguel Bermudez Lesly Diaz Samuel Kenny Elena Oman Michael Stanford Wilson Bialecki Uriel Diaz Robert Kulbacki Christofer Ortiz Vaughnn Stitt Joseph Boeh Daniel Dominguez Chan Le Grace Oswald Luke Swenson Joseph Bogucki Isabella Dominguez Quy Le Haley Parilla Jude Tauer Stefan Bougie Alexis Duran Joseph Libby Braden Parris Emma Telgenho David Bowen Ellie Edgar Emma Linn Daniel Pearsall Dineen Christopher ompson Burke Bradley Max Epstein Benjamin Logan Chelsea Perez Paloma Turner Michael Brady Agostino Fante omas Logan Iliana Perez Matthew Veen Rebecca Brazelton Calvin Farrell Demitra Loukopoulos Jordyn Perez-Cordova Jakob Vickery Wade Brogno Megan Fenwick Nicholas Machock Dunham Perry JialuoWang Cameron Brickley Natalia Garayoa Evan Malloy Chase Petri Kaylah Wanna Jessica Bryan Angel Garcia Mikalyn Marston Mikayla Phelps Madlyn Ward Jacqueline Buzanis Jade Garcia Keri Mayes Andrew Phillips Emma Williams Chloe Callanan Marcus Giacchino Jayden Mayoral Michael Pietrzyk Morgan Wills Claire Canter Abigail Gilbert Riley McCamley Cassandra Pine John Witwer Adele Cardenas Gage Gillis Macson McCann Natalie Ranney Michael Woodhouse Makenna Caulson Chloe Golenzer Maxwell McElhiney Jakob Rasmussen KexinYu Meghan Cawley Jack Golenzer Jordyn Medina Carlos Reyes Isabella Zandi Jacob Chavez Aaron Gonzales Sandra Mejia Urrutia Brandon Rich Elizabeth Zapien Peyton Zeman Tianyu Zhou Julianna Zinis Soa Zinis Enter To Learn. Leave To Serve.

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Around the Archdiocese Bishop Machebeuf’s ‘Shut Down for Service’ day enriches community

BY MOIRA CULLINGS [email protected]

very year, students at Bishop Machebeuf High School take a E break from classes to go out and serve their community for an entire day. Known as “Shut Down for Service” day, the students often accomplish sig- niﬁ cant tasks, which beneﬁ t a variety of people and organizations in need, in a Around 50 students from Bishop Machebeuf High School spent their matter of hours. “Shut Down for Service” day at Windsor Gardens in Denver. PHOTOS PROVIDED When Cari Ervin, Director of Activi- ties at Windsor Gardens, an active adult they asked if we could receive some the ability to load up their car with living community in Denver, reached students for the service day.” unwanted items to donate or dispose out to the school to promote a lifeguard Windsor Gardens had been wanting of them,” said Ervin. position, she was asked if Windsor Gar- to partner with Arc Thrift Store to give The task was perfect for the more dens could use any help from the stu- their residents the chance to donate than 50 Bishop Machebeuf students dents for their day of giving. unwanted belongings to the store. who showed up at Windsor Gardens “I had been wanting to do a large “But even though we are an active ready to help collect boxes for Arc. community event like this,” said Ervin. adult living community, there are some While one group spent time helping “It was the perfect opportunity when residents who don’t necessarily have the residents with their cell phones,CLASS OF 2017

Janae Engstrom-Smallwood Megan Mally Ayen Mabil Wilson Finocchiaro McKenzie Martinez Shayne Marcely Christian Flannery Molly Mathewson Lorenzo Marquez Sierra Flores Grace McDonnell MACHEBEUF Damian Martin Joseph Fountaine Shannon McDuff Pepper Martin Kathleen Francis George McGoff Emma Martinez Raymond French Meghan McGowan Trevor Martinez CharlotteCLASSCLASS Frisk OF OF 20 172019Hannah Middleton BISHOP MACHEBEUF HIGH SCHOOL Emilio Mendoza HOLY FAMILY Tristan Fross Cameron Miller BISHOP MACHEBEUF Rebecca Michalczyk Diego Montoya Janae Engstrom-Smallwood Megan Mally Jason Fuentes Ayen Mabil Anjelica Miller Allyson Acosta HIGHWilson FinocchiaroSCHOOLSharon Flores-AlvaradoMcKenzie Martinez JessicaAlaina Garcia Head ShayneJohn Marcely PaulTravis Luebbers Montoya Nora PatrickHIGH SCHOOLOlivier Sokolowski Jordan Miller Christian Flannery Molly Mathewson Lorenzo Marquez Erika Antunez Sierra FloresAva Francis Grace McDonnell SkylarEthan GardnerMACHEBEU HernandezF DamianAdet Martin MabenyKenneth Moore Vincent Pham Lauren Spino Brice Minter CLASSJoseph Fountaine OF 2017 Shannon McDuff Pepper Martin CLASS OF 2017 Kathleen Francis George McGoff Joseph Geist Emma MartinezGuillermina Morales Nicole Natal Valery Arellano-RamirezRaymond FrenchKathya GalavizMeghan McGowan Mary Hernandez TrevorPeter Martinez McKnabb Catherine Phan Kelly Staib AnnikaCharlotte Achziger Frisk Hannah Middleton Adam Ginther+ Emilio MendozaJack G. 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The Bishop Machebeuf students collected more than 1,000 boxes from residents at Windsor Gardens to donate to Arc Thrift Store.

apps and emails, among other elements of the technology world, the rest of the students spread out throughout the 72-building community, tackling the more than 2,500 condo units to collect donation boxes for Arc. “It’s a huge task and something that made me a little bit nervous,” said Ervin. “But it worked incredibly smooth and operated well and we got everything covered.” from the residents, “which is amazing Machebeuf was “a huge success and The residents were able to simply set when you’re working with so many res- truly impacted the community in a boxes of items they wanted to donate idents,” she said. positive way. right outside their door, and the stu- “I think our residents love that “While we always enjoy impacting dents walked up and down the hallways youthful energy around,” she added, the greater community in any way we picking them up. “just to see the promise of the future.” can, what a blessing it was to have this The students collected more than The Arc employees were also grate- great community of young people from 1,000 boxes, ﬁlling up two semi-trucks, ful for the students’ hard work. outside our walls come in and serve our in the span of a few hours. “They really appreciated the help of people, while at the same time helping Although it wasn’t Bishop Mache- the students with that loading process,” us serve Arc,” said Bonner. beuf’s intention, Ervin scheduled the said Ervin. “They were overjoyed and “When different communities day as a fundraiser, so Arc gave credit of amazed at the success of the event.” come together in this way, everyone is more than $1,000 back to the school — a Tami Bonner, General Manager at a winner,” she said. “We are excited to dollar for each box collected. Windsor Gardens, said teaming up see how this partnership can grow in Ervin only heard positive feedback with the young people from Bishop the future.”

Congratulations to the St. Mary’s Academy Class of 2019!

Sofía Isabel Aguirre Beltrán Chelsea Anne Fair Jennifer Lee Svetlana Siloyan Zara Rose Antal Hannah McCray Finke Ruby Kate Lester Carolina Rose Skinner Siri Undem Barrier Jane Louise Fishleigh Anna Rose Lisser Alessandra Sottosanti Monica Nicole Bautista Jimenez Anna Marie Gabriele Lillian Elizabeth Loftus Isabella Chrysovalantou Stefanoudakis Anna Grace Belfance Abril Celeste Gallegos Becerril Vera Marie Logan Emma Chunqin Stewart Bridget Anne Binder Carmen Garcia Arroyo Caroline Marie McKenna Margaret Joyce Swank Gisselle Briones Mary Amelia Golding Elizabeth Nicla Meschia Mathilde Grace Von Thun Lillianna Marie Brooks Macey Anne Hayden McKenna Quinn Nading Rachael Ellen Ward Samantha Lauren Bucholtz Yahaira Adriana Hernandez Beltran Anna Christine Pitcock Pyper Nicole Wentling Alexandra Isabella Bush Anne Berry Hoogerwerf Amairani Rodriguez Pena Sophie Elene Wiedenhues Claire Marie Cella Mikenzi Taylor Howard-Bishop Khaili Nicole Rowan Anna Sophia Williams Eva Rachel Cohen Logan Jolie Karofsky Liliana Patricia Salcido Beltrán Madeline Margaret Wilten Grace Anne Cox Jisoo Kim Kandyce Marie Rose Sanchez Grace Liebe Woody Ava Doggett Erickson Sophia Kate Larabee Hannah Rose Siegel Mahlet Gizaw Zegeye Mengyuan Zhang 16 MAY 25-JUNE 7, 2019 | DENVER CATHOLIC

Around the Archdiocese Congratu- lations and BISHOP MACHEBEUF HOLY FAMILY HIGH SCHOOL ARRUPE JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Godspeed, Graduation date: Friday, May 24, 2019 Graduation date: Thursday, May 23, 2019 Graduation date: Friday, May 24, 2019 Number of Number attending Number of Number attending Number of Number attending graduates: college: graduates: college: graduates: college:

3 Class of enlisting 75 70 165 159 in Navy 92 92 Scholarships awarded: Scholarships awarded: Scholarships awarded: 2019! $5 million $14.5 million $14.1 million Valedictorian: Destiny Arias-Buckeye, BY DENVER CATHOLIC STAFF Valedictorian: John Paul Luebbers Valedictorian: Ceili Opp Regis University Salutatorian: Joseph Michael Ritzer Salutatorian: Alexia Simonton Salutatorian: Alma Borunda Granillo, he sun is out, ﬂowers are bloom- Regis University ing, and high school students’ T palms are sweating — not for cash, (though there’ll probably be I will always have a The Class of Arrupe Jesuit’s plenty of that) but for their diplomas. special place in my 2019 has many class of 2019 has Graduation season is here, and seniors everywhere are rejoicing, espe- heart for the Class of 2019. fantastic accomplishments distinguished itself as cially in the Catholic high schools here These“ students showed academically,“ athletically, excellent“ students, dedicated in Denver. Those late nights of study- tremendous leadership artistically, in Mock Trial, leaders, young professionals ing, writing, calculating and procrasti- nating have paid o¯, and they’re about and school spirit this year in Speech & Debate, through our Corporate to embark on the greatest adventure and I am looking forward in service, and more. Work Study Program, and they’ll ever know: discerning and dis- to hearing about the Most impressively, this as loving young people covering God’s will for their lives. High school helped to form their many accomplishments class provided mature ﬁlled with great faith and minds and hearts, but for the graduates that are still to come!” leadership and full hope. We celebrate all the of Bishop Machebeuf, Holy Family, St. KELLIE CARROLL buy-in to the Catholic ways their God-given gifts Mary’s, Arrupe Jesuit, Regis Jesuit, and Interim Principal Mullen High Schools, this is just the Mission of the school.” have enriched our school beginning. We’re sure that God has big MATT HAUPTLY community and send plans for each and every one of them and Principal them o as generous men that they’re all going to do great things. Congratulations, class of 2019! May and women for others.” God bless each of you in your future REV. JOHN NUGENT, SJ endeavors. Principal CONGRATULATIONS St. Catherine of Siena School proudly presents our 2019 graduates: 2019 GRADUATES! Micaela Alarid Chelsea Huerta Parra Dante Jayson Salazar Samuel Abraham Cynthia Hagerty Angel Orozco Zachary Castellano Gabriel Lamorie Andres Salazar Terrones Elisa Abril Ernie Hernandez Janey Rendon Timothy Combs Alexa Lucero Reza Moaddeli Darin Aguirre Rose Kee Ling Nathalia Santos Anna Sepulveda Aliciana Carreira Victor Morales Mateos Isabella Aldana Erika Kemp Karen Tochimani Jennifer Terrones Jara Chris Galindo Annaiz Portillo Alondra Vergara Star Flores-Chavez Han Lee Genesis Vargas James Herrera Jr. Eric Quintana Maldonado Samson Gholston David Lluna Anthony Haberkorn Veyenna Nguyen ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL 4200 Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80211 1250 Newport St., Denver ~ 303.333.8275 303-477-8035 • www.saintcatherine.us www.stjamesdenver.org DENVER CATHOLIC | MAY 25-JUNE 7, 2019 17

REGIS JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL MULLEN HIGH SCHOOL ST. MARY’S ACADEMY Total number of graduates: Total number attending college: Graduation date: Saturday, May 25, 2019

Number of Number attending Number of Number attending 230 186 graduates: college: graduates: college: BOYS’ DIVISION GIRLS’ DIVISION 57 57 199 192 Graduation date: Sunday, May 19, 2019 Graduation date: Monday, May 20, 2019 Graduation date: Saturday, May 18, 2019 Scholarships awarded: $24 million Scholarships awarded: $27 million | Scholarships awarded: 405 Scholarships awarded: 176 totaling $7.3 million Valedictorian: Christopher James Long, Valedictorian: Megan Lucille Hilbert, Valedictorian: Parker Juels Conner Pettit Gianni Eumelia Pacheco St. Mary’s does not appoint Salutatorian: Quy Le, Soﬁa Zinis Salutatorian: Jacob Thomas Botaish Salutatorian: Lauren Elizabeth Hanley Valedictorians or Salutatorians.

After thinking about this for a while now, I Each one of these Remembering have come to the conclusion that being happy young women that God is with is all anyone really wants — to live a joyful life, a life sitting beside me is you will help and inspire that“ might not be easy, but a life that is fulﬁlling.” remarkable. Each one you““ in all that you do.” MICHAEL CONNOR BLUE is intelligent, inspiring ST. JOHN BAPTIST DE LA SALLE Class of ‘19 and — most importantly — a little more themselves Our lives over the next four years will be ﬁlled with because of our time here people who ... have never experienced authentic love before. We get to be messengers of God’s love, hope, at St. Mary’s Academy.” friendship, community and acceptance. Be authentic! MACEY ANN HAYDEN “ Student address Speak sincerely! Listen thoughtfully! Act compassionately! And always, always choose love! You all are going to do amazing things ... I am sure of it, but be known not for your accomplishments, but rather by the way you choose to love. I dare to say that’s the Regis Jesuit way.” GIANNI EUMELIA PACHECO Girls’ Valedictorian

St. Pius X Catholic School Congratulations to the CONGRATULATIONS Class of 2019! 2019 Graduating Class of Karl-Emery Maria Ferraro Georgia Meysman- Joseluis Robles Angbanzan Sharpe St. Mary Catholic School – Greeley Caroline Flores Ellie Rodriguez Hayden Barrett Mwambo Forseh Evelyn Michalczyk 8th Grade Class Jalen Salas Starnia Bleus Presley Johnston Efrain Montes Lily Grace Adams Dominic Michael Raso Zachary Edward-Masao Eleanor Sewald Uyemura Janiah Brown Michael Lanty Nicholas Olsen Ryan Alan Baldwin Jazmin Esmeralda Justice Ephrim Kayra Lopez Amadis Ramirez Jeffrey Zokoua Jazmin Maraly Jimenez Rojas Herrera Ella James Wilcox Aiden Mel Lloyd-Green Elijah James Maxwell Kolbe Zenk 13680 E. 14th Place, Aurora, CO 80011 James Steven Nichols Schuttenberg Arthur Ronald Zimmer 303-364-6515 • www.stpiusxschool.net 18 MAY 25-JUNE 7, 2019 | DENVER CATHOLIC

BOYS CLASS OF 2019 Nana Fordwuo In-Depth Wiley Adams Isaac Lloyd Johnathon Stoughton Abigail Fox Cornell Allen Olivia Franklin Dominic Lonardo Connor Stragey Amelia Froehlich Lee Allen Kaleb Lone Patrick Strawbridge Mary Fuselier Cameron Anderson Christopher Long William Swaney Lindsey Glenn Maxwell Andrus Thomas Lord Jake Taylor Abigail Gonzales Luke Armatas Jaden Lundell Hunter Thompson Lauren Hanley Colin Armistead Eugene Macias Zakkary Trader-Gough Lindsay Hanson Jacob Ash Ryan D. Mahoney Joseph Vaeth Dillyn Harris Reed Babcock Ryan T. Mahoney Joshua Van Bramer Hailey Harris Jai Bajaj Andrew Mangnall Hunter Verity Emma Hart The Catholic origins Luke Baldwin Thomas Mannix Caden Wagner Elizabeth Harvey Natalio Banchero Peter Maples Colin Walsh Mary Hayes Isaac Barbosa Molly Henderson Dillon Marshall John Walsh Elizabeth Hensley Colton Barry David Martin Nicholas Warta Olivia Hernandez Nicholas Beck Adam Mater Christopher Webster Sarah Hibbeln Thomas Benedict Luke Maxfield Joshua Weis Emalani Higdon Robert Benke of The Lord of the Leo McCabe Henry Weisman Mary Hilbert Andrew Bergeon Richard McCormick Matthew Wheelock Megan Hilbert Matthew Bergeon William McCormick Duncan Whipple Ava Hill Michael Blue Edward McFadden Max Wiedel Ellie Hill Jacob Booker Camden McFarland Trevor Wild Frida Hill Jack Born Brody McGah Phillip Wildes Alexa Hindmarch Matthew Bornhorst David McKenna Gavin Will Leticia Holloway Rings and other truths Rachel Hubka Quinn Boselli Trenton Meier Jeffrey Willis Emma Hummel Jacob Botaish Jonathan Miller Alexander Wilson Stephanie Iwata Alec Breeden Jonathan Mollandor Colin Yakely Sabrina Jain Richard Brega Alexander Mordini Ryan Zahringer Jenna Jordan Daniel Breslin William Mottram Dylan Zarlengo Eryn Kaiser Thomas Brinkman Caden Murphy Alex Zoellner Ava Katubig about J.R.R. Tolkien Alexander Britti Joseph Nickerson Sean Zoellner Emma Katubig Jacob Brown Evelyn Kilty Nicholas Bruno Hana Kim Maximilian Bruns Ana Kistle Ethan Buege Laura Kleim Alexandria Klingman Nicholas Caltrider Julia Lantz Daniel Carr Lochlan Layne Evan Case Katherine Lemkau Logan Caskey Ashlee Lewis Benjamin Cavarra Katherine Lockridge Alexander Chae Abby Loveland Kiahn Chiku Martinez Agok Mabil Matthew Christofferson Isabel Macias Jack Clouatre Lauren Markel Brody Cohan Lily Martin Jake Colleran Maya Matheny Aidan Connolly Men and Women with and for Others Keeley Matula Nicholas Nickerson GIRLS Katherine May Jason Cox Annika Mayers Joseph Crouch Jack Nielsen Brianna Abam Evan Nuss Bianca Abbott Amber McBorrough Collin Cushenbery Ysabelle Agenar Sarah McDevitt Edward Custy Devlin O’Brien Julia McDonald Aidan O’Donnell Caroline Allbritten Joseph D’Angelo Maria Allen Madilyn Mills John Dancy Joseph O’Hagan Jillian Allison Margaret Moore Jackson Dean Bohdan O’Shaughnessy Eliannah Angel-Lucero Sabrina Morales Robert Dean John Oberlies Katherine Anselmi Madison Morroni Rene Del Barco Jair Ocampo Erin Bailey Abigail Mortinsen Tyler Oldham Hannah Bannec Grace Moye Dominic DeVito Madison Munger Brent DiBiase Macario Padilla Seleny Banuelos George Papadeas Ella Bartt Hannah Needham Zachary Dicosola Kianna Nguyen Bradley Donaldson Alejandro Paredes Lauren Basilico William Pater Alexandra Bateman Meghan O’Reilly Sean Donovan Malia Baudo Emma Oakes Luke Dosen Nicholas Pavlakovich Calais Osman William Peltier Francesca Belibi Samuel Doubet Adrienne Bergmann Gianni Pacheco John Drosdick Mark Perchiazzi Alexis Berry Clare Pauka Joshua Ebedes Jacob Peterson Addison Blocher Alexandria Pfeiffer Payton Egloff Conner Pettit Claire Brennan Katherine Phillips Brody Elliott Clifford Pinkerton Nicole Britt Castillo Pinedo True Potter Keera Bromley Amanda Porazzo Jonathan Epperson Evie Potestio Alexander Erwin Nicholas Protz Ella Brooks PHOTOS COURTESY OF FOX SEARCHLIGHT Charles Quinn Grace Butler Emma Proctor Jacob Flynn Cameron Quinn Walker Fuller Luis Quintanar-Ruiz Jacqueline Cal Jonathan Raffa Madison Calvert Laura Ramirez De La Peña BY VLADIMIR MAURICIO-PEREZ but a convert, in the sense that he was Ryan Furman Isabella Capra Isabella Reddish Henry Galan Matthew Rau Lily Reich Thomas Reed Ashlyn Carr received into the Church when he was 8 Kosta Garger Erin Casey Molly Reich Matthew Gauss Drew Renner Avery Chapman Olivia Restivo he Lord of the Rings is of years old, following the reception of the Shane Gautsche Walker Rietema Natalie Christiansen Ashley Richardson Ethan Gedrose Max Rizzi Allyssa Churchill Isabella Riedell course a fundamentally Church of his mother… and he remained Mason Gilmet Johnathan Rodgers Katheryn Collings Amaya Rios religious and Catholic a practicing Catholic to his death.” Erik Gjester Israel Rodriguez Alyssa Cordero Avery Round Donald Ross Claire Cortesy Avery Sandler “T Ryan Glade Andrea Santiago work,” J.R.R. Tolkien himself admitted. His mother died when he was only Alexander Gomez Maxwell Rozmiarek Mia Costa Donavon Ruiz Gabrielle Cox Sandra Sariñana And although the new movie carrying 14 years old after su¯ ering persecution William Goodwin Jaden Daher Susana Sayers Zion Gordon Jamil Safieddine Morgan Schaaf Chase Sakic Caroline Daly his name highlighted the fact that Tolk- for becoming Catholic, something he Gavin Gregoire Daisy Deane Elisabeth Schade Whitman Hamilton Eric Salwa Kenzie Devening Nicole Schonebaum ien grew up in a Catholic environment always admired about her. Nicholas Hampers Marco Sandoval Shalika Devireddy Annika Schultze Brennan Heitmann Connor Schlessinger Elizabeth Dewey Anne Seier and showed some of the experiences “In consequence of her conversion, Alexander Hemmat Gregory Schluter Anna Dinkel Kathryn Shanahan that would inspire his writings, it did not the family was plunged into penury, Logan Henninger Dylan Schuerman Isabella Dorsett Emma Sinelli Aquinnah Smith Maxwell Henninger Nicholas Schultz Meghan Dudzic show how his deep Catholic faith served and Tolkien, into his dying day, consid- Peter Seby Danielle Dull Caroline Smith Jack Herron Lila Smith Connor Hodes Renard Simmons Gabrielle Eckard as one of the most essential inspirations ered his mother a martyr for the faith,” Alexander Simon Ashok Edwang Isabella Song Henry Holben Summer Edwards Caroline Soro in the creation of his most famous books. Pearce said. Zachary Holland Jack Sletten Caroline Spaeth Luke Sletten Lauran Eller Andrew Holt Lauren Elson Olivia Stordahl In fact, his writings are inundated with Since his father had died when he Lukas Howell Cameron Smith Carolynn Felling Mallory Sullivan Andrew Hummel William Snidow Hermilla Fentaw Anna Szantruczek allusions to the Catholic faith. was four years old, a priest of the Bir- Spencer Hunt Cole Stevens Madeline Ferguson Afton Tanner James Huycke Brendan Stolte Rachel Fields Sarah Tartell The Denver Catholic spoke with mingham Oratory became his legal John Storrs Claire Fitzgerald Lexa Thompson Carl Ingham Kara Toll Joseph Pearce, Director of Book Pub- guardian: Father Francis Morgan. Emmett Jaques Lainey Toole Tyler Jedziniak REGIS JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL Laura Tschatschula lishing at the Augustine Institute, editor Thus, it is no surprise that his deep James Jensen —a Catholic educational community— Julia Turco Harper Johnson engages the gifts of young men and women Meriel Upton of Faith & Culture and series editor of Catholic faith was enshrined in his Sean Kaczmarczyk in a single-gender environment, Michelle Valdez the Ignatius Critical Editions, about works — yet not as a secondary trait, but Courtney Vale Peter Kane fosters faith in Jesus Christ Joseph Kassal Paige Venrick this matter. He has written several in such an essential way, that it made his Luke Keefe and promotes justice and mercy, Brooke Vercauteren Carson Kellar develops critical minds and nurtures Savannah Viereck books on Tolkien, including a biogra- greatest book, The Lord of the Rings, “a compassionate hearts to serve others – Brenna Walsh Jaemyung Kim Megan Wardrop phy titled Tolkien: Man and Myth and fundamentally religious and Catholic William Kosempel all for the greater glory of God. Sidney Weigand Finley Krahn Grace Weinstein Frodo’s Journey: Discover the Hidden work.” Riley Kraus The members of the Class of 2019 will attend nearly 140 colleges Elizabeth Weis John Kuzio and universities and were awarded more than $27 million in Lauren Winston Meaning of The Lord of the Rings. Here are a few examples Pearce John Langenderfer scholarship monies. We celebrate the numerous achievements of Whitney Wiser “Tolkien is what I call a ‘cradle highlighted that illustrate how Tolk- Justin Lico our graduates! Andrea Woodward Matthew Linn Lauren Worrick convert,’” Pearce said. “So, he’s not ien’s Catholicity was the leading factor www.regisjesuit.com Grace Zielinski Nicolas Lippert strictly speaking a cradle Catholic, of the story of Middle Earth. DENVER CATHOLIC | MAY 25-JUNE 7, 2019 19

Shrine of St. Anne School 7320 Grant Place, Arvada 80002 | www.stannescatholic.com | 303-422-1800 THE RING’S DESTRUCTION AND THE CRUCIFIXION C Tolkien gives the game away allegor- ically when he has the ring destroyed on March 25. For Catholics, this day marks Sicily Appelhanz Samuel Disberger Colin Kostelecky Ryder Osburn Michael Thompson the solemnity of the Annunciation or Leszek Badiere Brian Elliott Mitchell Leyba Cale Nicolas Pasquini Elizabeth Uhl the Incarnation. But also, traditionally, Adam Ball Stephen Erickson Mia Lombardi Ella Perez Rocco Vendena the Church has believed that the his- Greta Blackmore Gianna Finocchiaro Luca Lonardo Rory Petersen Mackenzie Walters torical date of the crucifi xion itself was Roxanne Bristol Bryce Gillan David Malec Chelsey Ressel Rachel Williams March 25. Tolkien, who was a Medieval- Andrew Brower Megan Gonzales Jack Marriott Michael Rose Lucas Carlton Makenzie Hansen Olivia Martin Hazlen Skogen ist, certainly knew that. Tobey Cassino Yzana Harwood Owen Myers Kylie St. Clair By connecting the destruction of the Kayla Dinville Keelan Jones Gianna Olguin Adam Thompson ring with the destruction of sin, we can see that the ring can be seen as synony- mous with sin, and therefore, the power of the ring is the power of sin. Also, the necessity of bearing the consequence and that he would not snare even an of sin sacrifi cially is the very heart of Orc with a force hood. In other words, the story. he would not tell the smallest lie to the devil himself. Faramir shows the alter- THE THREE CHRIST FIGURES nate to Boromir, that we’re called to Frodo is a Christ fi gure as the ring- sanctity, to perfection, to be Christ-like bearer. If the ring is seen as synony- and to treat evil with contempt. Congratulations Class of 2019! mous with sin, the bearing of the ring is Gollum shows us what happens if like the carrying of the sin. Christ bore we allow ourselves to be possessed by Athena Allegier Kaci Hudson the burden of sin by carrying the Cross. the power of evil. Instead of the “good Joseph Baptiste In other words, Frodo is a Christ fi gure Hobbit” we are meant to be, Gollum Talia Humbert by carrying the burden of sin as Christ shows us the corrupted version. The Joshua Bevis Lucas Jenkins carried the Cross. ring makes him an addict to the power Catelyn Billings Madeline Kirk Gandalf is a Christ fi gure in his of sin, selfi shness and pride. He’s no death, resurrection and transfi guration. longer able to give himself sacrifi cially Katherine Brackney Ella Kottenstette The wizard lays down his life for his to others because he’s too self-obsessed. Camden Buehler Hannah Lawson friends at the Bridge of Khazad-dûm Carter Chan Sureel McCain and is later resurrected as Gandalf the LEMBAS BREAD AND White. His transfi guration is evidenced THE EUCHARIST Tyler Chan Dillon McCollough in the part where his friends fi rst see Tolkien gives a linguistic clue to Ethan Ciscar-Clipp Sawyer McFarland him in his resurrected form, but his gar- how the Lembas bread is a fi gure of the ments are so white and dazzling that his Eucharist. In one of the Elvish languages, Gabriela Contos Logan McVay friends are forced to cover their eyes Lembas means “Way Bread.” This Carson Davis Mackenzie Megill and Gandalf is forced to wear a gray reminds of the Viaticum, the Blessed Lina Dungeon Zachary O’Reilly cloak over the white. Sacrament taken to the sick, which basi- Aragorn is the third major Christ cally means “for the way.” In the other Aleric Edinger Elena Pinto fi gure because he is the true king. As Elvish language, Lembas means “Life Allyson Evans John Reasbeck true king, he has the power to descend Bread” or “Bread of Life.” The book also Aidan Sampson into the land of the dead and to have mentions that this bread feeds the will Seth Foxhoven power over the dead themselves — to more than it feeds the body. Brynn Goble Chandler Sato release the dead from their curse. Of Pearce speculates in his book Frodo’s Alexander Gosser Hailey Simco course, this reminds us of Christ’s Journey that Tolkien, being a practic- descent into hell after his crucifi xion ing Catholic, would have heard about Blaire Griffin Ross Smallwood to liberate the souls of the dead. the many Eucharistic miracles that Reese Griffin Lucas Smith were happening around the time he Ridley Soro EVERY-MAN FIGURES was writing the book. Hearing about Joshua Harvey Tolkien said that fairy stories and all how someone could live on the Blessed Christian Hawkey William Soro good stories hold up a mirror to man — Sacrament alone could have motivated Zachary Hogan Christie Stratman they show us ourselves. him to write that Frodo and Sam lived Jacqueline Vizcarra Boromir, for instance, who is the on nothing but Lembas bread as they Paige Huber only human representative in the Fel- were walking through Mordor. lowship of the Ring, shows the fact that If there is still any doubt about Tolk- we are susceptible to trying to use the ien’s deep Catholic faith, here is just one Now Enrolling Preschool - 8th power of evil supposedly for good. 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Around the Archdiocese GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Proudly Presents its Graduating Class of 2019 Jack Hugo Casey Reed Thomas Foltz Spencer Phillip McPherson Sofia Grace Ranta Noah Patrick Coronado Brock Christopher Grote Kathryn Grace Michalek John Joseph Rettig Nickolas Aaron Cox Karsen Jorgensen Cecelia Mary Morin Clayton James Scarth Sean Peter Davis Sarah Elizabeth Kubik Ashley Belyeu Murphy Jacob William Simpson Thomas Zachary Davis Zach Rodgers Lugenbill Bradford Lee Murphy Aliana Kathryn Taliaferro Part-timers, world Maxwell Timothy Devlin Brenna Rae MacGregor Hayden Grant Nordstrom Averi Chase Van Haselen Isabel Mahrina Dillehay Julia Bella Maes Farone Sarah Katherine Odle Alexa Jowain Visocky Carson James Mullen Duke Caroline Elizabeth Markey John Flynn Osborn Elizabeth MacLelllan West Patrick Joseph Mullen Duke Frances Lavender Markey Michael Patrick O’Sullivan Luthien Abygail Winnica Joseph Thomas Fickinger Luke Joseph McAlenney Sasha Mary Pasquini Bridget Kathleen Fitzpatrick Elizabeth Ann McDermott Aidan James Philand travelers inﬂ uence

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David Acevedo Noelia Garcia Madera Jose Martinez-Garcia Omar Ronquillo Medina Magdiel Apodaca Antonio Gomez Mendez Erika Medina Nicol Roque Destiny Arias-Buckeye Josias Gutierrez Jr. Daniela Mendoza Muñoz Adrian Sanchez Contreras Alma Borunda Granillo Joal Heredia Israel Merlos Jr. Anahi Sanchez Villarreal Marcos Candia Marcelino Anna Hernandez Barrios Jesus Molinar Navarrete Ariadna Sanchez Raul Carrazco Burciaga Cesar Huizar Marcos Montoya Sheila Silva Guzman Christian Castaneda Alyssa Iacovetta Shannon Montoya Esmeralda Solis Estefani Chavez Mier Jacklynne Jaime Angelina Moreno Hortencia Solis Ramirez Maricrus Coria Ariana Jaquez Alvarado Heather Oakes Jaylinn Solis Emma Crisafulli Allys Lejarazo Dueñas Joshua Oaxaca Anthony Sotelo Mireles Diana De La Rosa-Santiago Isaac Lucero Jacquelyn Olivas Mena Carolina Soto Diego Diaz Terrones Ivanna Luna Claudia Olvera Juan Soto Sarah Dorantes Garcia Juan Madera Julian Ortiz Alisa Tran Mangok Dut Lesly Madera Garcia Cynthia Perez Anna Trujillo Elianna Espino Silva Michael Major Liliana Perez Gonzalez Tomas Valerio Maribel Espinoza Anthony Maka Alexis Ramirez Valdez Jazmin Venegas Gandara Carlos Estrada Becerra Maria Maka Paola Ramirez Castanon Aaron Vigil Karina Ferrer Brian Mariscal Marquez Mireya Rivas Juan Villa Alyssa Galvan Karol Marquez Martinez Waleska Rivera Garcia Melissa Villalpando AdriannaSaint Garcia VincentKenna Marquez de PaulEdgar Robles Catholic Cabral Alina VonBerckefeldtSCHOOL Arianna Garcia Yatzari Marquez Josephine Robles Guzman Cesar Garcia Alexis Martinez-Sibti Juan Rocha Jayden Garcia Elijah Martinez Jimenez Jacqueline Rodriguez Lizeth GarciaC ONGRATULATIONSJeremiah Martinez Jimenez Mario Rodriguez 92 Graduates,C LASSsetting the OF world 2017on fire!

Saint Vincent de Paul Catholic SCHOOL PHOTO BY ANDREW WRIGHT FROM PART TIME TO Marilyn Anguiano Ella Hagg Ryan Schmitt BY MOIRA CULLINGS CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2019 PERMANENT Catherine Bradac Garrett Heinze Chloe Scott s the winter season winds down In 2006, Judy Dunn began spending GabriellaJack G. Brooks Altman ElsaCarolyn E. Heinze Johnsen NicholasJohn P. Prentice Schreiber in Colorado’s mountain towns, a month in Aspen, where she frequently KatherineEoin CanavanA. Brown IsabellaJonathon K. Jagels Judge MaryAmy R. Seier Seier A Catholic churches deep in the attended St. Mary Catholic Church Rockies will look a little di¯ erent during during those visits. LibbyCaroline M. Bubelis Capra EthanRose G. Krukowski Karr CharleeErin G. Staib Shatley weekend Masses. “Then in 2011, I bought a place here NoraTheresa G. Bubelis Castanon MadelineSophie M. LinkKarr SophiaJacob R. Swanno Siepman This time period, known by locals in town with the full intention that I RyleeCatherine A. Buesing Crowley ElizabethGrant C. Keelin Luebbers SullivanAnne K. Tartell Smith as “shoulder season,” is quiet but brief. was just going to spend the winters JohnJoseph N. Burns Donelson KateEdward A. Klennert Maxfield ReganVeronica Vandervelde R. Smith It slows down life at Catholic parishes here,” said Dunn. Luke A. Desautels Benjamen Larson Jonathan J. Solin and local communities — particularly But she was captivated by the St. Nicholas Espinola Olivia Mellentine Trevor Weakland in two popular Colorado destinations. Mary community and had become ClaudiaMichelle K. DonezEsquivel CarlyBryan S. Light Mottram JohnGrace H. SterlingWeigand Breckenridge, home of one of the deeply involved in what the parish had Owen S. Farnell James H. Magolske Lauren W. Wallace Claudia Farnell William Neirynck Michael Wolf most-visited ski resorts in the coun- to o¯ er. Giovanna J. Ferneau Mariah J. Mahoney Carter M. Wasson try, averages around 1.6 million annual “The winter wasn’t long enough,” KateGriffin A. Fritsch Fritsch LucJackson S. Martinet Price Paige L. Wolf visits. Just 136 miles away, Aspen’s year- said Dunn. “A lot of people will say, LaurenJessica E. Garofalo JacobAna V. Nearing Salazar Soﬁ a A. Zienkewicz round population is around 6,600, while ‘Come for the winter, stay for the its average daily population jumps to summer.’ Conor A. Gustin Caitlin E. Neumann Lukas C. Zuberbuehler more than 20,000. “I came for the winter and stayed St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School The Denver Catholic spoke with two for St. Mary’s.” St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School 1164 S. Josephine Street women — one from each town — about Dunn became a full-time Aspen res- 1164 S. Josephine Street, Denver, Co 80210 Denver, Co 80210 their experiences as full-time parishio- ident after becoming more and more 303-777-3812 303-777-3812 ners at churches that receive a steady invested in the parish she had grown www.svdpk8.comwww.svdpk8.com ﬂ ow of visitors from all over the world. to love. DENVER CATHOLIC | MAY 25-JUNE 7, 2019 21

C o 2019 n Graduates “I became a lector and went to Bible PART-TIMERS FILLS THE PEWS g r study,” she said. “As time went on, I got It didn’t take long for Suzanne Brie Brocato Ella Miller involved with the building committee Anderson to feel like she belonged in a and fundraising for the parish.” the Catholic community when she t Anna Cromer Dominic Nuanes Dunn eventually became the Direc- moved to Breckenridge around four u tor of Aspen Catholic, an organization years ago. l Helena Holguin- Alexis Proietti that brings in speakers from around the A fellow full-time parishioner named a Campos country a few times a year for the Aspen Barbara made sure she was embraced t Mia Roybal Ella Krelovich community and out-of-town visitors at St. Mary Catholic Church. i Christina Schinke to enjoy. “When I would come into church at o Mitchell Mages “I better become a resident,” Dunn St. Mary’s, she would always welcome n Americus York thought, “because I’m here all the time.” me,” said Anderson. “Because she was a s Allyson Marcoux And so she did. regular parishioner, she had a big influ- Now a full-time parishioner, Dunn ence on helping me feel at home.” sees the beauty of parish life in a town That hospitality is a staple of the like Aspen. Breckenridge parish, where, during busy seasons, the bulk of those in the 2019 GRADUATES pews are from out of town. MAYA ALEXANDER ANGELA JARAMILLO EMILY REYES “I would say of all the churches I’ve I came for the winter ANGEL ANDUJO-MENDIVIL ARLES JUAREZ NATALY SALAZAR belonged to, this parish is definitely one and stayed for St. DIEGO ARELLANO- ANTONIO MINJAREZ YANET SOLIS-ROMAN of the most heartfelt in their love for RAMIREZ Mary’s.” DANAH NGUYEN JAIME TRAYLOR JUDY DUNN their Catholic faith and in their appre- MIRIAM GONZALEZ “ ciation of our priests,” said Anderson. JESUS GUERRERO- VIET VINCENT NGUYEN-BUI ANASCIOUS TRIPPANY “I had never been in a place where It’s also the only parish Anderson MALAGON ANTHONY RESENDEZ PAULINA VILLANUEVA you do have so many visitors and there has belonged to that’s profoundly influ- are so many second homeowners that enced by visitors. really are very engaged and involved A few times at Mass, she’s looked 1200 Kenton St., Aurora, CO 80010 in this parish,” she said. “It’s amazing.” around as the priest asks those in 303-364-7494 Dunn meets visitors at the church the pews, “How many of you are here www.stthereseschool.com who traveled from South America, from out of town? How many of you Australia, Chicago and New York. She are visitors?” recently met someone at church from The vast majority of those in atten- Hawaii. dance raise their hands. “We’ll have visitors that, while they’re After that, the priests “always say here, will come to daily Mass every thank you for taking time out of your Congratulations morning,” she said. “That’s very special. holiday, your weekend, to come to “I made friends with a couple from church,” said Anderson. St. Thomas More Catholic School Brazil,” she added. “They were here for “It’s a wonderful feeling to attend two weeks and did not miss a daily Mass. church on a Saturday evening, and it’s CLASS OF 2019 They’d come dressed to go skiing, and full. And it’s full because of these vis- Finn Bates Ella Denslow Elena Jotte Annika Pulaski then they’d be o¯ and do their thing. itors,” she added. “It makes you feel Sorin Beals Jacob Dineen Andrew Lorenzo Elizabeth Roe “I think it’s good for our local com- like Catholic people really care about Adam Berg Aidan Duda Benjamin Maly Madison Rose munity to see the devotion and devout coming to church. Quinn Binaxas Tess Finan Kate Manion Edward Roth Catholics from across the country.” “They could be on the slopes, they Ella Burke Zachary Franzluebbers Andrew Metzger Hero Schmidt But Dunn also appreciates the down could be skiing, they could be hiking. Cole Brandsma Nicholas Frontz Sophia Meyer Eva Searle Kaitlyn Clark Dylan Gross Sarah Mollandor Kyle Sears time during those few months out of On a Saturday night at five o’clock, they Luke Corpuz William Hartman Jr. Andie Moye Renee Sobania the year when things are much quieter. could be at a restaurant. Instead, they’re Samuel Custy Alexander Herrera Nathan Muir Isabella Spezia “As much as I love the busy time, here sharing Mass with us,” she said. “I Ava Daly Ava Hughes John Neal Liam Watters shoulder season is also very nice, very love that.” Luke Daly Ryan Jackson Haley Nunley Ryan Weyrauch Allison Dennen Ava Jergenson Anna Pike quiet and very peaceful,” she said. “It’s Because the full-time parishioners at a nice balance.” St. Mary are so few, it makes the com- Dunn’s faith has not only been munity even closer. impacted by the visitors, but also by “The advantage is you really get to her fellow parishioners. know your little circle of regulars,” said “I think it’s a very warm community,” Anderson. she said. “There’s a lot of things going on And those who are there full time are in the parish to give people an opportu- eager to be involved in what St. Mary nity to get involved.” o¯ers, often taking part in the parish’s The beauty of Aspen doesn’t hurt, Bible study, adoration and even daily either. Mass. “When you go up on that mountain Anderson is inspired by the faith and look out, you think, ‘Wow. This is she’s found at the small mountain not manmade. This didn’t just happen,’” parish. she said. “I feel very, very blessed to be part “You have to look out at this and feel of this parish because of our priests 7071 East Otero Avenue | Centennial, CO 80112 very spiritual and very blessed to be able and because of our regulars,” she said. 303.770.0441 | www.stmcatholic.org to see something like this every day.” “They’re wonderful people.” 22 MAY 25-JUNE 7, 2019 | DENVER CATHOLIC

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across their faces,” said Forthofer. “It’s begins the moment she receives the almost like they’re remembering when wedding dresses. they wore it, and someone so special “You feel a little bit more of a rever- and dear to them gets to wear it now.” ence when you’re opening up a box for Forthofer never planned on starting someone’s bridal gown,” she said. “You a business like this. can feel it as you sew. There’s something “My parents and grandparents a lot more holy and special and signiﬁ- noticed that a friend of theirs had cant in the gown transformation side.” transformed her dress for a dress for Forthofer believes the experience her granddaughter,” she said. is also meaningful for the families she Forthofer’s family members encour- works with. aged her to try the same thing. “There feels like there’s a very spir- “I kept saying, ‘That’s really amazing, itual aspect,” she said. “Someone was but maybe not right now. I’m not ready standing in the church however many to quit my job right now,” she said. years ago receiving the sacrament. But after getting engaged and choos- “With the mom and the grandmother ing her own wedding dress, something getting to see that in a church again with changed. another sacrament happening, there’s “I just had this moment where I was a very beautiful spiritual sense to it.” like, ‘I get it now,’” said Forthofer. “This Forthofer is grateful for her work and is such a great sacrament. How cool that the joy it brings to the clients she serves. you get to go from one sacrament to “I love what I do, and I never imag- the next through a generation or two on her website, and helps clients choose the old dress, lining and all,” she said. “I ined that it would be just as great as it generations, utilizing the same fabric.” the best one based on the style of the use almost every little bit of the fabric.” is today,” she said. “It makes my heart Forthofer quit her job and started wedding dress. If there is extra fabric, Forthofer gets happy.” her own business, where she is now able After the design is chosen, Forthofer creative and makes small pieces, like a to work with sacramental dresses, as picks up the wedding dress directly or tie for a boy or a veil for a girl. well as regular kids’ clothing during the has it shipped if it’s coming from out Knowing the dresses and accessories Visit laurenforth.com for more o¯ season. of state. 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Blind Children.… She loved to travel, over Risen Christ Parish, they had to loved to shop and was a spi¯y dresser.” do some job shu¶ing for economic rea- Longtime Risen Christ The longtime Denver resident was sons, so Sage started to be paid only for born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on April Sunday Masses, but she continued to 12, 1948. Her family moved to Minne- play for daily Mass. He was so grateful. apolis, Minn., when she was in high “That was Sage. She went to daily organist was a business school. She earned a bachelor’s and a Mass and music is a form of prayer, so master’s degree from the University of why wouldn’t she play? In her mind, it Minnesota, and a Ph.D. from The Field- was the right thing to do.” exec with zest for life ing Institute in Santa Barbara, Calif. Scheer was openhanded with her She was married to Roger Scheer for time, talent and treasure, family and While most of her fellow parishio- 38 years until he died in 2012. friends said. Generosity of time, ners knew Scheer as a dedicated organ- “She was really well loved,” D’Aquila “She was so generous with her time ist, many were unaware that she had said. “She and Roger didn’t have any and talent, despite working and trav- talent, treasure a doctorate in marketing and systems children, but she was like Auntie Mame eling,” said Jeanne Iske, Risen Christ’s design. Throughout her career, Scheer to nieces and nephews.” Director of Music and Liturgy Coor- were hallmarks held leadership positions ranging from “No one in Sage’s sphere of influence dinator. “When she was working she senior partner to president for educa- ever lacked for anything, nor did anyone would often be traveling out of town of accompanist tional firms. Companies she served feel less than perfectly adored,” Scheer’s Monday through Friday, and no matter included EDmin, Rocky Mountain Col- niece Alex Johnson wrote in an obitu- what time she got back in Friday night Sage Ann Scheer lege of Art and Design, The Learning ary. “Her door always was open, as was she would be at Risen Christ at the Systems Group and The University of her wine cellar. She liked to write long, organ in time for Saturday morning BY ROXANNE KING Phoenix. e¯usive letters to her loved ones, and Mass. [email protected] “Sage was a real lady” and “a when her handwriting started to fail, she Plus, she would play at weekend @RoxanneIKing high-powered executive,” Diane D’Aq- would type them out. She loved her dogs, Masses. uila said about her older sister. her garden, and her Denver Broncos.” “She was just a wonderful person. age Ann Scheer, a trained classical “She always took the high road, didn’t Scheer loved to laugh and have fun, Very committed to Risen Christ and pianist who shared her talents as sing her own praises much and never D’Aquila said, but she was also a devout being part of this parish. She was an S organist at Denver’s Risen Christ said a bad word about anybody. She was Catholic and a daily communicant. organist here, but she was also a parish- Church for more than 40 years, died incredibly generous — a big philanthro- “[Former pastor] Msgr. [J. Anthony] ioner: If we needed cakes for the fall April 26. She was 71. pist, especially to the Anchor Center for McDaid said that when he first took festival, she made cakes. If we needed CLASS OF 2017

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Congratulations Class of 2019! www.sjvdenver.edu/catecheticalschool/ “She was a bright, enthusiastic, totally giving person with the biggest heart — the most loving person you’d want to meet. She was a classy person. She was ever so enthusiastic about life Michelle Ann Baldwin Lisa Hoyer Jan Schmidtbauer and about making music. I’ve never met another person quite like her, so giving Helen Blumberg Diane Huenerfauth Ronald Timothy Schuette of all of her talents.” Lorri Lynn Bolduc Jeremy Scott Jacobs Risen Christ pastor Father Scott Tracy Seul Bailey described Scheer as “a prayer- Carolyn A. Brown Theresa Maria Johnson Jennifer Sharn ful person.” Becky Buhler Leslie A. Leppla “In those last months as I’d visit Cynthia Sigg her, she would turn the conversation Darcy Cangilla Barbara A. LoTurco Rebecca Stano to prayer and how good God is, even in Michelle Cure Leslie A. McFarling her su¯ering,” he said. Evelyn Stickler As her sister battled cancer the last David Danforth Priscilla Muttel Valerie Van Dyke few months of her life, Father Bailey, Ellen Zak Danforth Helen Marie Niekelski Msgr. McDaid, parochial vicar Father Deacon Dennis Wallisch Eric Zegeer, and the parish community Jeanne Dotson Carol Lee Peters Greg Weddle showered Scheer with Communion Matthew M. Duffy Linda Dondelinger-Pigg visits and attention, D’Aquila said. Gary Weiderspon “The care they showed my sister is Elizabeth Gallegos Jennifer Reicher Jeanne Wischer something I will never forget and will Taylor Goble Kathleen Marie Runyan be eternally grateful for,” she said. “The Jenny Woytassek cancer took its toll, but her spirit and Norman Gonzales Terrence F. Russell Br. Peter Xavier her soul were extraordinarily healthy Alesia Gural Rose M. Russell soup for soup night, she made soup. You because of the love and prayers given could count on Sage to do anything and her by the community. If there’s such a Anita G. Haynes Richard Schick everything — she would do it all.” thing as God walks among us, I’ve expe- Jeanie Ann Holland Barbara A. Schick Former Risen Christ music director rienced that [through them].” Bill Kittle agreed.

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BY MOIRA CULLINGS retreatants, organizing registration Therese of Lisieux, the Mercy Squad will “Steubenville of the Rockies o¯ ers packets, helping during meals and be in charge of “little acts that make a our high school students an opportu- he Oª ce of Evangelization and guiding groups as they walk to events. big di¯ erence in helping people feel nity to encounter Christ, which can Family Life Ministries is seek- The Mercy Squad is ideal for college welcomed and loved,” said McGeehan. lead to lifelong conversions. The young T ing young adults for a volunteer students, as well as young adults who “We’re really wanting to make Mercy adults serving at the conference will be opportunity during the annual Steuben- have summers o¯ or are able to take Squad a cohort that can emphasize helping these high school students have ville of the Rockies conference this June. o¯ work. hospitality and love and gift of the opportunity to experience a deeper “This is a way to invite young adults Michelle Peters, Direc- presence,” she said. relationship with Christ.” into a greater leadership role in the tor of Youth, Young Adult The group will also McGeehan hopes the young adults Church and contrast the whole con- and Campus Ministries be “prayer warriors” who join the Mercy Squad will inspire sumer attitude with giving,” said Mary for the archdiocese, for the retreatants the conference attendees to deepen McGeehan, Young Adult Ministry Spe- explained the impor- “through intercessory their faith even more. cialist for the Archdiocese of Denver. tance of giving young prayer during adora- “You can be loving God at Steuben- “We want you here, we want you to adults opportunities tion or while they’re ville, but to see people a little bit older serve with us,” she said. “You’re invited designed specifi cally in the long line for than you who are still committed to to still participate and serve, just in a dif- for them. confession,” McGee- their faith and living it out so much so ferent way as you mature in your faith.” “It is important that han added. that they want to do menial tasks and The volunteer group, called Mercy they are given the oppor- “And having hallway give up their time for them,” she said. Squad, will participate in a pre-confer- tunity to exercise the gifts that guides that not only are direct- “It’s a good witness of what faith ence retreat from June 19-21, and then they have been given,” she said. “Young ing them, but also praying and interced- looks like beyond an emotional con- take on their volunteer tasks during the adults often look at di¯ erent parishes ing for them in ways the participants ference or a spiritual high.” conference from June 21-23. and groups before fi nding one that they might not even realize.” The pre-conference retreat will settle in. Peters emphasized the impact those include opportunities for adoration, “By o¯ ering the young adults lead- actions can have. To apply for the Mercy confession and refl ections led by Father ership roles in di¯ erent areas, they will “The success of a conference i Squad, visit archden.org/ Ryan O’Neill, Vocations Director for the feel a part of the community and will be requires a lot of details — many of which efl m/conferences-retreats/ archdiocese. The group’s tasks during more active.” go unnoticed but would be greatly steubenville. the conference include welcoming Inspired by Mother Teresa and St. missed if they weren’t there,” she said.

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19 6/19-6/23, No longer in high school but desire to serve at Steubenville of the Rockies? Check out this new retreat and service opportunity for young adults! Mercy Squad is a fi ve-day young adult service opportunity beginning with a two- 25 10 a.m., Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, 1530 Logan St., day retreat the Wednesday prior to the conference weekend. The squad will pray, Denver. Five men will be ordained to the priesthood. They are: Julio César Amezcua worship, and grow in formation and community before preparing the conference for Martín, Adam Bradshaw, Witold Kaczmarzyk, Mateusz Ratajczak and Thomas Scherer. the arrival of 2000+ teens. Mercy Squad provides “hands on” work throughout the Limited seating will be available, but the ordination will be livestreamed. weekend in various volunteer capacities to serve the youth and the conference. Want to learn more? Email [email protected] or call 303-715-3107, and fi ll out Visit archden.org/livestream to watch. an application at archden.org/efl m/conferences-retreats/steubenville.

HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION JUNE 3 Denver Catholic Young 3 Priest and Seminarian Adults: Theology of the Appreciation Day 1 Prayer in the Square Body Summer Series 8:30 a.m., St. Frances THE 10 a.m., Various locations June 3, 8,17 & 24, 7 p.m., Cabrini Parish, 6673 across the archdiocese. 1300 S. Steele St., Denver. W. Chatfi eld Ave., ASCENSION Join us each First What are you doing Littleton, cost varies by 20 SonRISE Men’s Saturday to pray the Mondays in June? Come activity chosen. Priest & Breakfast OF THE Rosary and Chaplet of learn the major themes Seminarian Appreciation 7 a.m., Denver Athletic Divine Mercy in the public of St. John Paul II’s Day (PASAD) is a day Club, 1325 Glenarm Pl., LORD square. We pray for the teachings on Theology of meant to generate Denver, $100. Marisol MAY 30: healing and sanctifi cation the Body with instructors awareness for our priests Health invites you to The Ascension of the Church, for an Kristina Hummel & Mark and provide them with a SonRISE, a fundraising of the Lord end to persecution of Bocinsky! What does it well-deserved and much- event for men who rise commemorates Christians, for peace in mean to be human? How needed day of relaxation up to the challenge of Jesus Christ’s our hearts and in the have you been made to and appreciation. being the sons, husbands, ascension into world, and for the sanctity love and be loved? What Come join the fun! All fathers and brothers Heaven and of human life. To fi nd is the language of your activities are free for they were meant to be! marks the end of the prayer community body? How can wounded priests and seminarians! Keynote Speaker will be the Easter season on the litugical calendar. nearest you, visit sexuality be redeemed? For more information Curtis Martin, husband, It is a very important feast in the Church prayerinthesquare.com. What are the divine and and registration, visit father, founder and CEO and can be traced back to as early as the human dimensions of golf4priests.com. of Fellowship of Catholic 4th century. The Feast of the Ascension marriage? Join Denver University Students falls one week before Pentecost, which is no Catholic Young Adults for (FOCUS). For more coincidence. As Bishop Robert Barron puts it, our fi rst Theology of the information and tickets, “It is fascinating to note how the Ascension Body Summer Series! visit ccdenver.org/sonrise. and Pentecost are linked: In the Ascension, something of earth moves into the heavenly sphere, and at Pentecost, something of heaven — the Holy Spirit — invades the earth.” FULL CALENDAR DenverCatholic.org 28 MAY 25-JUNE 7, 2019 | DENVER CATHOLIC

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The Pell case: Developments down under n three weeks, a panel of senior said that he agreed with the jury’s The Melbourne Assessment Prison described in Rolling Stone in 2011? judges will hear Cardinal George verdict; he did say, multiple times, allows its distinguished prisoner few How is it that edited transcripts of a I Pell’s appeal of the unjust verdict that he was simply doing what the law visitors, beyond his legal team; but post-conviction phone conversation rendered against him at his retrial required him to do. Cardinal Pell’s those who have gone to the prison between the cardinal and his cathe- in March, when he was convicted of appeal will be just as devastating intending to cheer up a friend have, dral master of ceremonies (who had “histori- to the prosecution’s case as was his in correspondence with me, testifi ed testifi ed to the sheer physical impos- cal sexual defense at both his fi rst trial (which to having found themselves cheered sibility of the charges against Pell GEORGE abuse.” ended with a hung jury, believed and consoled by Cardinal Pell — a being true) got into the hands (and WEIGEL That con- to have favored acquittal) and the man whose spiritual life was deeply thence into the newspaper writing) of viction did retrial. What friends of the cardinal, infl uenced by the examples of Bishop a reporter with a history of anti-Pell The Catholic Di¤ erence not come friends of Australia, and friends of John Fisher and Sir Thomas More bias and polemic? What is the web of George Weigel is a close to justice must hope is that the appellate during Henry VIII’s persecution of relationships among the virulently distinguished senior fellow of the Ethics and meeting the judges will get right what the retrial the Church in 16th-century England. anti-Pell sectors of the Australian Public Policy Center in criterion jury manifestly got wrong. The impact of over a half-century media, the police in the state of Vic- Washington, D.C. of guilt That will not be easy, for the appel- of refl ection on those epic fi gures is toria, and senior Australian political “beyond a late judges will have been subjected now being displayed to Cardinal Pell’s fi gures with longstanding grievances reasonable doubt,” which is funda- to the same public and media hysteria visitors and jailers, during what he against the politically incorrect mental to criminal law in any right- over Cardinal Pell that was indis- describes as his extended “retreat.” George Pell? What is the relation- ly-ordered society. The prosecution putably a factor in his conviction on Around the world, and in Austra- ship between the local Get Pell gang o¯ ered no corroborating evidence charges demonstrated to be, literally, lia itself, calmer spirits than those and those with much to lose from sustaining the complainant’s charge. incredible. Those appellate judges baying for George Pell’s blood (and his e¯ orts to clean up the Vatican’s The defense demolished the prose- will also know, however, that the rep- behaving precisely like the deranged fi nances? cution’s case, as witness after witness utation of the Australian criminal jus- French bigots who cheered when the And what is the state of serious testifi ed that the alleged abuse simply tice system is at stake in this appeal. innocent Captain Alfred Dreyfus was investigative journalism in Australia, could not have happened under the And it may be hoped that those judges condemned to a living death on Dev- when these matters are only investi- circumstances charged — in a busy will display the courage and grit in the il’s Island) have surfaced new oddities gated by small-circulation journals cathedral after Mass, in a secured face of incoming fi re that the rest of — to put it gently — surrounding the and independent researchers? space. the Anglosphere has associated with Pell Case. An “unsafe” verdict in Australia is Yet the jury, which may have “Australia” since the Gallipoli cam- How is it, for example, that the one a jury could not rationally have ignored instructions from the trial paign in World War I. complainant’s description of the reached. Friends of truth must hope judge as to how evidence should be In jail for two months now, the sexual assault he alleges Cardinal Pell that the appellate judges, tuning out construed, returned a unanimous cardinal has displayed a remarkable committed bears a striking resem- the mob, will begin to restore safety verdict of guilty. At the cardinal’s equanimity and good cheer that can blance — to put it gently, again — to and rationality to public life Down sentencing, the trial judge never once only come from a clear conscience. an incident of clerical sexual abuse Under in June. It’s time for Catholics (and all religious people) to wake up: The real danger posed by the California confession bill

B 360, a piece of proposed legis- and therapists) are mandated report- I would like to make clear what to Catholics, but to any American lation currently making its way ers — which is to say, they are legally the passage of this law would mean committed to the First Amendment S through the California state required to report any case of sus- for Catholic priests in California. — is that we are dealing here with an senate, should alarm not only every pected child abuse or neglect to law Immediately, it would place them egregious violation of the principle of Catholic in enforcement. However, California on the horns of a terrible dilemma. religious liberty. In its stipulation that BISHOP the country, clergy who come by this knowledge Since the canon law of the Church Congress shall make no law respect- ROBERT but indeed in the context of “penitential com- stipulates that the conscious viola- ing the establishment of religion, the BARRON the adepts munication” are currently exempted tion of the seal of confession results ﬁ rst amendment holds o¯ , if you will, of any reli- from the requirement. SB 360 would in automatic excommunication, every the aggression of any religion toward Guest Column gion. In remove the exemption. Sen. Jerry priest, under this new law, would be the civil state. But in its further stip- Bishop Robert Barron is California, Hill, the bill’s sponsor, characterized threatened with prosecution and pos- ulation that Congress shall never the founder of the global ministry, Word on Fire, as in almost the scope and purpose of his legis- sible imprisonment on the one hand legislate in such a way as to obviate the and Auxiliary Bishop of every other lation as follows: “The law should or formal exclusion from the body of free exercise of religion, it blocks the Los Angeles. He is the creator of the award state, clergy apply equally to all professionals who Christ on the other. And does anyone state’s aggression toward religion. The winning documentary members have been designated as mandated doubt that, if this law is enacted, framers of the Bill of Rights were legit- series “Catholicism.” (along with reporters of these crimes — with no attempts will be made to entrap imately alarmed at the prospect of the a variety exceptions, period. The exemption for priests, e¯ ectively placing them in government meddling in the a¯ airs of of other professionals, including clergy only protects the abuser and this impossible position? a religious community, monitoring its physicians, social workers, teachers, places children at further risk.” What I hope is clear — not only beliefs and policing its behavior. But DENVER CATHOLIC | MAY 25-JUNE 7, 2019 31

Rediscover Our Lady in the Bible ay is the month of Mary, and learning more about her central Jesus brings God’s glory back to the a time of new growth and role in our salvation. Dr. Edward Sri, Temple, how this occurs 490 days M a return to life fi tting for who has written many books on Our after Gabriel appears to Zechariah the New Eve. Blessed John Henry Lady, provides an excellent account (itself following the 490 years of Newman spoke of how nature itself of what the Bible teaches us about her Daniel’s prophecy), how Cana occurs bears wit- in his new book, Rethinking Mary in on the seventh day of John’s Gospel DR. R. ness to the New Testament (Ignatius Press/ to demonstrate the new creation JARED the joy we Augustine Institute, 2018). Although brought by the New Adam and his STAUDT fi nd in Our it may seem at fi rst glance that there mother, the New Eve, Mary’s role in Lady: “Why are few passages that speak of Mary, Jesus’ hour of redemption, and how The Catholic Reader is May Sri leads us through the depth and this role helps to explain the meaning R. Jared Staudt, PhD, is a chosen as importance of the verses in the Gos- of the imagery of the woman in labor husband and father of six, the director of formation for the month pels and the Book of Revelation that pains in Revelation 12. the Archdiocese of Denver, in which point toward her mission as Mother of Rethinking Mary in the New Testa- a Benedictine oblate, prolifi c writer, and insatiable reader. we exercise God, Ark of the New Covenant, New ment is a powerful and moving book a special Eve, and Mother of all disciples. with much to teach us in reading devotion to Sri’s book serves as a model of the Bible attentively and coming the Blessed Virgin? The fi rst reason biblical theology, allowing the words to know our spiritual Mother more is because it is the time when the of the Bible to speak clearly and to deeply. Once again, May is the per- earth bursts forth into its fresh foli- lead us into the realities of God’s rev- fect moment to take it up, when the age and its green grass after the stern elation. In attending to the words of beauty that surrounds us points to frost and snow of winter, and the raw Scripture, we fi nd that the Bible has answers objections seeking to down- our Mother, who, as the poet Hopkins atmosphere and the wild wind and much to say about Mary. Sri organizes play its signifi cance, looks at its writes, exceeds its beauty still: rain of the early spring. It is because his book around these words, with importance as a name given to Mary Be thou then, O thou dear the blossoms are upon the trees and each chapter focusing on just a few (expressing her essence), notes the Mother, my atmosphere; the fl owers are in the gardens. It is at a time. The book accomplishes a word’s transformative character and My happier world, wherein because the days have got long, and diª cult feat: summarizing a depth of relates its connection to the Immacu- To wend and meet no sin; the sun rises early and sets late. For scholarship and remaining eminently late Conception (23-28). Above me, round me lie such gladness and joyousness of readable and accessible at the same Sri explores the entire Annun- Fronting my froward eye external Nature is a fi t attendant on time. One example can be found in his ciation narrative in fi ve chapters, With sweet and scarless sky; our devotion to her who is the Mys- analysis of Gabriel’s greeting to Mary giving similar depth to the Visitation, Stir in my ears, speak there tical Rose and the House of Gold” as kecharitomene, which we translate Presentation, Finding in the Temple, Of God’s love, O live air, (Meditations and Devotions, Part I). as “full of grace.” He unpacks the Wedding at Cana, foot of the Cross, Of patience, penance, prayer: May provides a fi tting time to meaning of the original Greek, noting and appearance of the woman clothed World-mothering air, air wild, increase our devotion to Mary, espe- it could be translated as “you who with the sun in Revelation. There are Wound with thee, in thee isled, cially by praying the rosary more often have been and continue to be graced,” many “aha” moments, such as how Fold home, fast fold thy child.

thirty-three years of my priesthood, this font of grace. In light of these threat, especially when we consider burned into my mind and soul. He told clariﬁ cations, one can understand the the slippery slope onto which SB 360 us, “If someone asks, ‘Father, would indispensable importance of the seal. would invite us. Surely murder, theft, you hear my confession?,’ the answer If a penitent thought that the priest spousal abuse, child neglect, and rape is always yes. Even if hearing that con- to whom he confessed were likely to are terrible crimes. Would the state fession puts your own life in danger, share with others what was given in determine that priests are obligated the answer is always yes.” And he went the most sacred conﬁ dence, he or she to report these o¯ enses to the author- on, “If a person inquires about what would be reluctant indeed ever to ities, should they hear of them in the was said during a confession, you approach the sacrament of reconcili- confessional? should act as though the confession ation. And this is why the Church has For some time now, the public insti- never even happened. And if doing striven so strenuously to protect, at tutions of the Church have been under so puts your own life in danger, you all costs, the integrity of confession. attack from the secular state. The PHOTO BY JOSH APPLEGATE | UNSPLASH should still act as though the confes- And through the entire course of government has been seeking to deter- such meddling and monitoring is pre- sion never happened.” our country’s history, the govern- mine what is taught and practiced in cisely what SB 360 involves. Why do we Catholics take this sac- ment has protected the right of the Catholic schools and what is carried I realize that non-Catholics and rament with such seriousness? We do Catholic Church to determine its own out in Catholic hospitals, even when nonbelievers might not appreciate so because we believe that through sacramental practice and has never these practices run counter to the how precious the sacrament of confes- this sacramental encounter, a sinner sought to compel the violation of the Church’s formal doctrine. But with SB sion is to Catholics and why the seal accesses the healing and forgiving seal. Given this venerable tradition, 360, the secular authorities are reach- of confession matters so profoundly. grace of Christ. In the context of con- grounded in the second clause of ing into the inner life of the Church, In my last year in the seminary, my fession, the priest, we hold, is operat- the First Amendment, an extraor- into its sacramental practice and dis- classmates and I took a course in the ing in the very person of Christ, and dinary burden of proof, it seems to cipline. Catholics should, of course, theology and practice of the sacra- therefore, the penitent is speaking to me, lies with those who would seek rise up in strenuous protest against ment of reconciliation (to give it its and hearing from the Lord himself. to dispense with the exemption. But this very aggressive incursion — but proper title). Our professor said some- Thus, absolutely nothing ought to what is impossible to doubt is that so should anyone who cares about the thing that has stayed with me for the stand in the way of a sinner who seeks religious liberty is indeed under grave freedom of religion in our society. 32 MAY 25-JUNE 7, 2019 | DENVER CATHOLIC

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