Serving the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend February 21, 2016 In MY Diocese TTODAYODAY’’SS CCATHOLICATHOLIC Volume 90 No. 7 50¢ TODAYSCATHOLICNEWS.org A look at the Catholic community in Marshall County A brotherly embrace brings pope and Pages 12-14

Russian patriarch together Supreme Court Justice BY CINDY WOODEN Antonin Scalia dies Justice Antonin Scalia HAVANA (CNS) — At long visited the diocese last, Pope Francis and Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill of Page 3 Moscow embraced, kissing each other three times. “Finally,” the pope told the patriarch Feb. 12 as they met in a lounge at Havana’s Jose Marti 24 Hours for the Lord International Airport. “We are Join us in prayer brothers,” he told the patriarch. Amid the clicking of cameras Page 8 and multiple flashes, Patriarch Kirill was overheard telling the pope, “Things are easier now.” “It is clearer that this is God’s will,” Pope Francis told him. Pastoral visit A flight of almost 12 hours capped months of intense nego- Our Lady of Hungary School: tiations and more than two Where the Catholic faith is vibrant decades of Vatican overtures to bring a pope and a Russian patri- Pages 10-11 arch together for the first time. Cuban President Raul Castro played host to the pope and patriarch, who was on a visit to Russian Orthodox communi- Marian High School visit ties on the island-nation. Pope Francis had a pastoral visit to ‘Value yourselves as infinitely Mexico planned for months; the loved by God’ stop in Havana was announced only a week before the meeting. Page 20 Pope Francis and Patriarch Kirill signed a joint declaration that emphasized the things the two churches have in common. CNS/Paul Haring Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and Pope Francis meet at Jose Marti International Airport in Havana EMBRACE, page 3 Feb. 12. The pope was traveling to Mexico for a six-day pastoral visit. Pope makes long-awaited visit to Our Lady of Guadalupe

BY JUNNO AROCHO ESTEVES About 12,000 people packed the basilica for the papal Mass and another 30,000 were watching on MEXICO CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis fulfilled his screens set up in the outer courtyard. Built in 1976, much-desired wish to pray in silence before the the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe is located miraculous image of Our Lady of Guadalupe. near Tepeyac hill, the site of Mary’s apparitions to After celebrating the first Mass of his papal trip St. Juan Diego in 1531. With some 12 million people to Mexico Feb. 13, the pope made his way to the visiting each year, it is Catholicism’s most popular “camarin” (“little room”) behind the main altar Marian shrine. of the basilica dedicated to Mary. The miraculous In his homily, the pope reflected on the Gospel mantle, which normally faces the congregation, can reading, which recalled Mary’s visit to her cousin be turned around to allow a closer and more private Elizabeth. Mary’s humility in saying “yes” to God’s moment of veneration. will, he said, is a response “which prompted her to Living the Year of Mercy Laying a bouquet of yellow roses in front of the give the best of herself, going forth to meet others.” image, the pope sat down in prayerful silence with That very humility also led her to appear to a Instruct the Ignorant poor indigenous man, he said. “Just as she made eyes closed and head bowed. After roughly 20 min- Page 9 utes, the pope stood up, laid his hand on the image and departed from the small room. MEXICO, page 6 www.myyearofmercy.org 2 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC February 21, 2016 TODAY’S CATHOLIC

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• Sunday, Feb. 21, 7:30 p.m. — Adult Education Session, Addressing the situation St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Fort Wayne in the Middle East and North • Saturday, Feb. 27, 6 p.m. — Saints Alive Dinner and Africa, they said that “whole Auction, Bishop Dwenger High School, Fort Wayne Conference, families, villages and cities of Memorial Coliseum, Fort Wayne our brothers and sisters in Christ are being completely exterminat- ed.” They called on the interna- tional community “to act urgent- ly in order to prevent the further Antonin Scalia, Supreme expulsion” of Christians, to end violence and terrorism and to Court justice, dies ensure that large amounts of CNS photo/Paul Haring humanitarian aid reach the vic- Pope Francis and Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill of Moscow embrace after tims of violence. WASHINGTON signing a joint declaration during a meeting at Jose Marti International “In raising our voice in (CNS) — Supreme defense of persecuted Christians, Airport in Havana Feb. 12. Court Justice Antonin we wish to express our compas- can be done. “ said that while those problems Scalia, the longest- sion for the suffering experi- He thanked Patriarch Kirill still exist with the Catholic com- serving justice on the enced by the faithful of other and others involved in arranging munities, they take a backseat to Supreme Court, died religious traditions who have the meeting and also thanked the urgency of defending togeth- of apparent natural also become victims of civil war, Cuba, “the great Cuban people er the rights and very existence causes at a resort in chaos and terrorist violence,” and their president here pres- of persecuted Christians in the West Texas Feb. 13. they said. ent. I am grateful for his active Middle East. He was 79. “Attempts to justify criminal availability; if it continues this The harsh persecution of Scalia, a Catholic, acts with religious slogans are way, Cuba will be the ‘capital of Christians and other minorities was appointed in altogether unacceptable,” they unity.’” in Syria, Iraq and other parts of 1986 by President said. “No crime may be commit- Patriarch Kirill gave Pope the region has been a cause Pope Ronald Reagan. Five ted in God’s name.” Francis a small copy of an icon Francis has pleaded before world of the remaining They spoke of the need to be of Our Lady of Kazan, which leaders and for which he has eight justices also are vigilant against European inte- itself is a symbol of Vatican- rallied the prayers of Christians Catholic. gration that is “devoid of respect Russian Orthodox detente, but across the globe. In a statement, for religious identities.” They also of failed hopes. The old- He speaks often of the “ecu- Texas Gov. Greg also spoke of extreme poverty, est known copy of the icon, an menism of blood,” the fact that Abbott called Scalia the “millions of migrants and ornate 18th-century piece had Christians are killed for believing “a man of God, a refugees knocking on the doors been hanging in St. John Paul in Christ with the persecutors patriot and an unwav- of wealthy nations” and con- II’s study for a decade as he not knowing or caring what ering defender of the sumerism. hoped to return it to Russia per- denomination or church they written Constitution They spoke of life issues: sonally. Instead, in 2004, he had belong to. Christians are fully and the rule of law.” abortion, euthanasia, new repro- Cardinal Walter Kasper take it united in that suffering and, the “He was the solid CNS photo/Joshua Roberts, Reuters ductive technologies and threats back to its country of origin as a pope has said, those who die for rock who turned away U.S Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia leaves against the churches’ view of gesture of goodwill. their faith are in full communion so many attempts to the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle in marriage. The icon is one of the most with each other and with centu- depart from and distort Washington in 2010 following the annual Red After they signed the docu- revered and replicated icons in ries of martyrs now in the pres- the Constitution,” he Mass. Scalia, 79, was found dead of apparent ment, the two leaders embraced, Russian Orthodoxy. ence of God. said in a statement in natural causes at a resort in West Texas Feb. 13. and each spoke briefly. Pope Francis gave Patriarch But the fate of persecuted which he promised to Patriarch Kirill said they had a Kirill a reliquary with a relic of Christians was not the pope’s keep the Scalia family two-hour, “open discussion with St. Cyril, the patriarch’s patron primary motive for meeting in his prayers. not in the mainstream. full awareness of the responsibil- saint, and a chalice, which not Patriarch Kirill. Simply meeting Scalia was the speaker at “When I was the age of you ity we have for our people, for only is a sign of hopes for full him was the point. the brunch following the Fort young ladies, the Church provid- the future of Christianity and for communion between the two Metropolitan Hilarion Wayne Red Mass on Oct. 14, ed obtrusive reminders that we the future of human civilization churches, but also a sign that Volokolamsk, head of the 2001. “Have courage to reject were different,’’ he said, referring itself. It was a conversation filled the Catholic Church recognizes Moscow Patriarchate’s external the sophisticated world,” Justice to meatless Fridays and Sunday with content that gave us the the validity of the Orthodox sac- affairs department, told report- Scalia emphasized in his talk. morning fasts before receiving opportunity to understand and raments. ers a week earlier that Patriarch “We attorneys and intellectuals Communion. These practices hear the position of the other. The addition of a stopover in Kirill chose Havana in the “New who don’t like to be regarded “were not just to toughen us up’’ And the results of the conversa- Cuba was widely seen as a sign World” because Europe, the “Old as unsophisticated can have no but to “require us to be out of tion allow me to assure that cur- of Pope Francis’ willingness to World,” was the birthplace of greater model” than St. Thomas step,’’ he said. rently both churches can cooper- go the extra mile to reach out a Christian division. More, “foolish, childish man Scalia noted the sense of “dif- ate together to defend Christians hand in friendship. At the same Ukrainians, Catholic or not, (that) he was. St. Thomas More, ferentness’’ should have enabled around the world; with full time, observers said, it gave have expressed concerns about pray for us.” Catholics “to be strong enough responsibility to work together so those Russian Orthodox opposed Pope Francis’ meeting with He also visited the University on bigger issues’’ such as abor- that there may be no war; so that to ecumenism a sense that their Patriarch Kirill given the patri- of Notre Dame on three occa- tion, contraception and divorce. human life can be respected in church is special and that it arch’s apparently close ties to sions. In February 1997, he He also spoke of what he the entire world; so that the foun- bowed to no one in agreeing to Russian President Vladimir Putin gave a speech interpreting the called the necessary distinction dations of human, family and the meeting. at a time of ongoing fighting in Constitution. He later received an between Church and state. social morality may be strength- In a commentary distributed Eastern Ukraine. honorary doctor of laws degree “The business of the state is ened through the participation of Feb. 11, Ukrainian Catholic “The topics of discussion will at the university’s 1997 com- not God’s business,’’ he said. the Church in the life of human Bishop Borys Gudziak of Paris not be explicitly political ones,” mencement ceremony. In 2007, In 1994, he was honored modern society.” said: “The pope is demonstrat- Bishop Gudziak wrote. “The Scalia made an unpublicized by The Catholic University of Pope Francis said: “We spoke ing humility; he is going to the gist of the rendezvous will be appearance at the Notre Dame America with the James Cardinal as brothers, we share the same territory of the other. In the eyes the encounter of church lead- Law School and spoke at a con- Gibbons Medal, given for ser- baptism, we are bishops, we of nostalgic Russians, Cuba is ers representing very different ference about the separation of vice to the nation, the Catholic spoke about our churches. We almost home territory, a last out- experiences, agendas, styles and federal powers. Church or the university. agreed that unity is done walk- post of a lost Soviet Empire.” spiritualities of ecclesial lead- In 1992, Scalia told a group He was born in Trenton, N.J., ing (together). We spoke clearly For decades, the Russian ership. One can hardly expect of high school students at March 11, 1936. In 1953, he without mincing words. I confess Orthodox told the Vatican that revolutionary results. Yet, it is Washington’s Georgetown graduated first in his class from that I felt the consolation of a meeting between the patri- through encounter that spiritual Visitation High School that, as Jesuit-run Xavier High School the Spirit in this dialogue. I am arch and pope was impossible change occurs. Let us pray for Catholics, they might feel out of in Manhattan. He then attended grateful for the humility of His because of the activities of good spiritual fruit.” step with the rest of the world, Georgetown University and Holiness, his fraternal humility Latin-rite Catholics in Russia but they should learn to accept it Harvard Law School. and his good wishes for unity. and, especially, the Eastern-rite and take pride in it. We left with a series of initia- Catholics in Ukraine. Contributing to this story was Junno He said he was raised a Tim Johnson contributed to this tives that I believe are viable and The Moscow Patriarchate had Arocho Esteves in Mexico City. Catholic when the religion was article. 4 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC February 21, 2016 Holy Cross Father Corpora commissioned as Missionary of Mercy BY KAY COZAD responded to the call for ing signs of the abundance of Missionaries of Mercy. And on God’s mercy and forgiveness,” he Dec. 22, 2015, he received noti- said, adding, “In being accepted NOTRE DAME — fication that Pope Francis had to be a Missionary of Mercy, With the Year of accepted his name. “Why?” said one is asked to make oneself Mercy as declared Father Corpora, “My deepest self- available to bishops and pastors by Pope Francis definition is that I am a sinner who request help for the dura- clearly underway whose sins are forgiven. I live in tion of the jubilee. During Lent with the faithful and out of this truth. Perhaps in I will give Days of Recollection around the world God’s Providence, this is why I to all the priests in our diocese participating was selected.” as well as to the priests in the Provided by Father Corpora in meaningful FATHER The Holy Father met with the Archdiocese of Newark. I have events with joy JOSEPH Missionaries of Mercy on Feb. 9 five penance services in our dio- Holy Cross Father Joseph Corpora is shown preaching at a wedding at Holy and enthusiasm, CORPORA, CSC in Rome where he expressed the cese. I have made several other Name Cathedral in Chicago in this 2012 photo. a special initia- meaning of the initiative and on commitments to bishops and tive began on Ash Wednesday, Pope Francis pastors outside of Lent. I con- and humbled. I know that I will Holy Door of Mercy at St. Peter’s Ash Wednesday in Rome. There celebrated a special Mass, along tinue to receive requests.” be enriched and fortified by the Basilica, he said, ‘How much Pope Francis commissioned over with the Missionaries of Mercy, Upon his return to the many people that I will come into wrong we have done to God and 700 of the 1,142 specially-chosen during which they were given the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South contact with through this assign- His grace when we speak of sins priests from every continent to mandate to offer others God’s Bend, Father Corpora brought ment. I hope to be more open to being punished by His judgment be Missionaries of Mercy, autho- mercy as well as the faculty to a renewed sense of God’s love the relentless mercy of God in my before we speak of their being rized to pardon even those sins absolve those sins reserved to and mercy to the faithful of the own life and in accepting that forgiven by His mercy. We have reserved to the Holy See. the Holy See. area. And along with his cur- mercy, I hope to be a more merci- to put mercy before judgment, One of the chosen is Holy Father Corpora holds great rent work at the University of ful person,” he said expectantly. and in any event, God’s judg- Cross Father Joseph Corpora, vision for this Year of Mercy ini- Notre Dame with the Alliance Father Corpora concluded, “I ment will always be in the light priest in residence at the tiative. “My hope is that I will be for Catholic Education (ACE) and am so grateful to be a priest at of His mercy.’” University of Notre Dame. able to do some good in spread- Campus Ministry as chaplain of this point in the Church when “I love that. I want to be part After expressing an interest in ing the mercy of God by being a the Latino students, he looks the Holy Father is inviting us of spreading that truth and help- the initiative to Bishop Kevin person of mercy. The Holy Father forward to his role as Missionary to really be open to the mercy ing people to more fully accept C. Rhoades, Father Corpora wants the missionaries to be liv- of Mercy. “I am excited, grateful of God. When he opened the the mercy of God,” he said. Pope sends off missionaries of mercy to help people open hearts to God

BY CAROL GLATZ father’s love, he said. burdened, ‘Come to Me,’” since God knows the sins, weak- “only the Lord’s grace liberates VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope ness, wounds and fatigue people us” and offers peace and rest, Francis marked the beginning of experience in their lives and “He the pope said. the Church’s Lenten journey by knows how much we need for- He said the Lord asks people sending off several hundred reli- giveness, He knows that we need to close the distance that has gious and diocesan priests on their to feel loved in order to carry out grown and “return to Me with own special path as “missionaries the good,” he said. your whole heart.” of mercy” in local parishes. People cannot keep going on The Lenten journey invites “Look upon Your servants, their own, and that is why the people to “be protagonists, Lord, that we are sending as Apostle Paul doesn’t urge people embracing three remedies, three messengers of mercy, salva- to “do something, but to let medicines that heal (people) tion and peace. Guide their themselves be reconciled by God, from sin” — prayer, fasting and steps” and sustain them with to allow Him to forgive us,” he almsgiving. “the power of Your grace,” the said. “May Lent be a time of a pope said during a special Ash In fact, the first step on the healthy ‘pruning’ back of false- Wednesday liturgy in St. Peter’s road of a Christian life is recog- hood, worldliness, indifference; Basilica Feb. 10. nizing the need for divine mercy of no longer thinking that “May Christ’s voice resound in and to pass through that “open everything is fine as long as I their words and Christ’s heart in door which is Christ,” who offers am doing well; of understand- their gestures,” he said. everyone a new and joyful life. ing that what matters isn’t More than 700 of the 1,142 The problem, the pope said, is acceptance, seeking success or missionaries specially appointed there may be many barriers that approval, but the cleansing of by the pope attended the Mass. keep people from ever approach- one’s heart and life.” Dressed in white vestments and ing or opening that door. The pope broke with the purple stoles, the men received People may be so hardened tradition of walking from the the pope’s mandate to preach by sin or pride that “they bolt Benedictine monastery of St. about God’s mercy and special the lock on the soul,” justifying Anselm to the Dominican-run authority to pardon even those their errors or believing they are Basilica of Santa Sabina in order sins reserved to the Holy See. “no worse than others,” thereby to commission the missionaries Their mission was echoed in remaining “prisoners of evil.” of mercy from St. Peter’s Basilica. the day’s second reading from Another obstacle people face Before the main altar were the St. Paul’s Second Letter to the is being ashamed “to open the mortal remains of St. Padre Pio Corinthians, in which he pro- secret door of the heart.” While and St. Leopold Mandic, two claims, “We are ambassadors for shame is a good sign since “it Capuchins popular as miracle Christ” with God working and shows that we want to detach workers and known particularly speaking through them, implor- ourselves from evil,” it must for the long hours they would ing people to “be reconciled with never turn into “dread or fear.” spend hearing Confessions. God.” The third danger is when Pope Francis had asked the In his homily before commis- people walk away from Christ, Capuchins to bring the relics of sioning the priests at the end of becoming distant or isolated by the two saints to Rome for the Mass, the pope said their man- holing themselves up with their Year of Mercy, particularly the date is to be “signs and instru- own suffering, wallowing end- celebration of Ash Wednesday ments of God’s pardon.” lessly in negative thoughts and and the commissioning of the sinking into the darkest recesses official missionaries of mercy as “Dear brothers, may you be CNS photo/L’Osservatore Romano able to help open the doors of of the soul, he said. an encouragement and inspira- people’s hearts” as well as bless, “Let’s listen to Jesus, who Cardinal Angelo Comastri, archpriest of St. Peter’s Basilica, sprinkles ashes on tion to be generous with God’s heal and raise them up” with a says to those who are weary and the head of Pope Francis during Ash Wednesday Mass at the Vatican Feb. 10. love. February 21, 2016 TODAY’ S C ATHOLIC 5 Indiana lawmakers consider lifting lifetime ban on food stamps for reformed drug felons

INDIANAPOLIS — Should a his parish and works at a half- routes do not always go near the to hire former offenders. lifetime ban on food stamps for way house, brought this concern locations of food pantries. Senate Bill 132 passed the reformed drug felons be lifted? to his attention. After listening INDIANA The drug felon ban was Senate, 43-7. The bill was held State Senator John Broden, to this constituent’s concern, enacted in Aug. of 1996 with for another week of hearings D-South Bend, believes Indiana Broden said he thought this was CATHOLIC the national Welfare Reform in the House Family, Children should join the 39 other states wrong, that those who commit a Act. It allowed states the choice and Human Affairs Committee. that have lifted the lifetime pro- sexual offense or commit armed CONFERENCE to make former drug offend- Tebbe said he expects the panel hibition on food benefits. The robbery can get food stamps. ers ineligible for the federal to hear further testimony and he Indiana Catholic Conference also Broden said that after investigat- BRIGID CURTIS AYER SNAP food assistance benefits, is hopeful the bill will pass out supports lifting the ban. ing, he discovered the constitu- a move intended to discourage of committee, and move to the Broden’s proposal, Senate Bill ent was correct. drug offenders from exchang- House floor for passage before 132, would allow convicted drug Broden said, “My goal is to maintain themselves and their ing food stamps for drugs. the end of February. felons to receive access to the get some change in this policy. dignity. While food banks are Indiana Department of Workforce federal Supplemental Nutrition I believe it’s important for those willing and provide assistance, Development reports that Assistance Program (SNAP) if people who have served their these institutions are stretched nearly three-quarters of Hoosier they meet certain criteria includ- time, and as the old adage goes, to serve all who are in need,” employers are reluctant or refuse ing showing they are actively paid their debt to society, they said Tebbe. working to reform their lives. shouldn’t be singled out for their “Moreover, denying aid $200 The proposal allows indi- offense when those convicted to those convicted of a drug early booking bonus viduals to receive food stamp of other felonies can go and get felony makes it costlier for ends April 6! assistance under SNAP if; 1) the SNAP benefits.” Broden said some nonprofit agencies like individual has not received any he was very encouraged earlier homeless centers, women shel- other drug convictions during this session when he heard Gov. ters and Salvation Army Adult the previous five years; and 2) Pence and Chief Justice Loretta Rehabilitation Centers to provide the person is actively participat- Rush say that the state is not services for those convicted of a ing in some form of legitimate going to incarcerate its way out drug felony,” said Tebbe. “The IrelandTravel to St. Patrick’s Ireland Sept. 4-13, 2016 substance abuse program which of the drug problem in Indiana. money for these meals comes includes drug testing to ensure Glenn Tebbe, executive direc- from the nonprofits operating NEW PRESENTATION the individual is not using drugs. tor of the Indiana Catholic budgets. Money that would be The House Family, Children Conference, testified in support better spent on other needed ANNOUNCED! and Human Affairs Committee of SB 132. “All persons have a services like education and coun- heard SB 132, Feb.10. right to food and shelter,” said seling.” Representative David Frizzell, Tebbe. “Individuals, after serving Wednesday, Mar. 2, Cheryl Ashe of South Bend, Fort Wayne South Bend R-Indianapolis, who chairs the their sentence and are released a volunteer and long-time advo- Spiritual Host 6:30 p.m. Spiritual Host panel, did not take a vote, but from jail or prison, have many cate for lifting a food assistance Father at St. Pius X, Granger Father heard compelling testimony in obstacles when rejoining the ban, said when individuals leave Jacob Meyer Zak Barry support of the legislation. community.” prison they typically go live with Currently, Indiana bans per- Tebbe noted that in addition their families. While families can sons convicted of a drug felony to the culture and family adjust- provide housing, they may not from receiving food stamps. The ments, employment is often be able to provide food. She said ban is permanent and is not lift- denied because of the conviction that those who do not receive Visit www.todayscatholicnews.org/tct ed even after the individual pays and prison record and many SNAP benefits may have to go to or call 260-456-2900 for details. restitution and reforms his or her employers refuse to hire them, two or three food banks per week RSVP requested but not required life. Legitimate need for food is which contributes to recidivism. to get enough food and the bus irrelevant under the current law When jobs are available, often if the person has been convicted these are temporary or part-time. of a drug felony. 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he Rite of Election of Catechumens and the Call Tto Continuing Conversion of Candidates was celebrated at St. Matthew Cathedral in South Bend on Sunday, Feb. 14. Catechumens are those unbaptized individuals who will be entering the Catholic Church by receiving all the sacraments of initiation — Baptism, Confirmation and the Holy Eucharist — at the Easter Vigil on the night of March 26. Candidates are those who are already baptized and are now preparing to complete their ini- tiation or enter into full commu- nion with the Catholic Church.

Kevin Haggenjos Kevin Haggenjos Candidates and their sponsors are shown during the rite. Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades signs the Book of the Elect during the rite. February 21, 2016 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 7

this courageous and sacrificial The St. Vincent de Paul decision. Winners will receive a Society of St. Joseph scholarship and one winner will read his or her essay at the annu- County to host retreat al RTL Prayer Dinner on April 12. round the iocese Contest details and entry infor- SOUTH BEND — The St. Vincent A D mation are available at www. de Paul Society of St. Joseph prolifemichiana.org/essaycontest. County Spirituality Committee will host a mini-retreat, “Vincentians: Messengers of Mercy” on Dominic Lancia earns Saturday, Feb. 27, from 8:30 a.m. Scouts participate in Scout Sunday Mass in Mishawaka to 12 p.m. in the St. Anthony de Eagle Scout Award Padua Church Meeting Room at FORT WAYNE — 2114 E Jefferson Blvd., in South Dominic Lancia, Bend. Enter on the west side son of Matt and between the church and school. Laura Lancia, Sign in at 8:30 a.m., with open- received the ing prayer at 9 a.m. Session I: honorable Eagle “Bring Glad Tidings to the Poor” Scout Award on with Paul Fujawa, St. Adalbert/ Sunday, Feb. St. Casimir Conference, begins at 7 at the St. DOMINIC 9:20 a.m. Session II: “Proclaim Vincent Scout LANCIA Liberty to Captives” with Patrick lodge. Lancia McGuire, St. Jude Conference, is currently a begins at 10:10 and Session III: senior at Bishop Dwenger High “Recovery of Sight to the Blind” School in Fort Wayne, and is a with Mary Froning, St. Anthony member of St. Vincent de Paul Conference, begins at 11 a.m. Parish. Closing prayer will follow. Lancia’s Eagle Scout proj- For more information or ect was completed at Deer Run advance registration contact Park in Allen County. The project Amy Potter, conference services involved rebuilding a pathway coordinator at 574-234-6000, and installing drainage pipes ext. 12132 or amy.potter@ underground to prevent the path svdpsb.org. from flooding during heavy rains. Lancia is also a volun- Indiana Catholic teer for Special Olympics Allen County. He races go-karts and Women’s Conference enjoys water and snow skiing in his free time. After high school Mike Furfaro offers speakers on graduation, Lancia plans to study ‘Mercy for All,’ with Boy Scouts from St. Joseph, Mishawaka, Troop 105, participated in the Mass on Sunday, mechanical engineering. Father James Blount Feb. 7, Boy Scout Sunday, with the Scouts proclaiming the two readings and reciting the Lenten healthcare returning prayers of the faithful. After Mass, the troop posed with Father Terry Fischer, pastor of St. Joseph. The observance, held annually in early February across the country, marks the retreat focuses on INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana works of mercy Catholic Women’s Conference, anniversary of the founding of the Boy Scouts of America Feb. 8, 1910. It also provides an organized by the Marian Center opportunity for faith communities to recognize and honor their local Scout troops. FORT WAYNE — The Catholic of Indianapolis and sponsored by Medical Guild of Northeast the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, Indiana will present a Lenten will take place at the Indianapolis retreat open to all healthcare ber of attendees to the Marian tion, communication, pre-art Marriott Downtown hotel from Flame of Love Movement of the workers in the area. The retreat Center of Indianapolis at P.O. Box therapy, theatre, jazz ensemble, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 19. Immaculate Heart of Mary, which will be Saturday, March 5, from 47362, Indianapolis, IN 46247 guitar ensemble, marching band, The theme of this year’s confer- promotes the Church-approved 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the St. (checks made out to St. Michael color guard, drum line and the ence is “Mercy for All.” late 20th century messages of Vincent Msgr. John Kuzmich Life Foundation). For questions, call University Singers. High school This year’s speakers include: Jesus and Mary to a Hungarian Center on Wallen Road in Fort 317-888-0873 or email mari- juniors are invited to receive • Back by popular demand, woman. The messages promise Wayne. Brother Leo Maria and [email protected]. reviews and advice in preparation national speaker and retreat lead- the triumph of the Immaculate physicians will present reflec- for their senior year. er Society of Our Lady of the Most Heart of Mary. Mullen is also tions on mercy. Please RSVP at Awarded scholarships are Holy Trinity Father James Blount. chairman of MyConsecration.org, www.fortwaynecma.com or call USF rewarding high renewable for eight semesters, if He returns to share his message one of the world’s largest provid- 260-222-6978 for questions. the required grade point average that “through the power of the ers of materials on consecration school artistic talent is met, and can be added to any Holy Spirit, God’s Church can to Mary, promoting a life dedi- academic scholarships or need- make a difference in the world cated “to Jesus through Mary.” with scholarships St. Pius teacher based grants a student might today.” Also returning are Archbishop FORT WAYNE — The University also receive. receives grant to teach • Michelle Faehnle, co-author Joseph W. Tobin, who will cel- of Saint Francis will award schol- Appointments are required. To of “Divine Mercy for Moms: ebrate Mass at 11 a.m., and sing- arships to incoming students on in Fiji Islands reserve a time or receive further Sharing the Lessons of St. er/songwriter Annie Karto. Talent Scholarship Day, Friday, information, contact the School GRANGER — The blue ribbon Faustina.” Faehnle gave up her Tickets for the Indiana Catholic March 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in of Creative Arts at 260-399-8064. year continued at St. Pius X job as a labor and delivery nurse Women’s Conference on March the Mimi and Ian Rolland Center Catholic School in Granger, as to raise her four children at home 19, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. with for Art and Visual Communication Kelly Lohr, kindergarten teach- and to answer the call to the New registration at 8 a.m., are $50, or off Leesburg Road, as well as the St. Joseph County er, received a Lilly Endowment Evangelization. $25 for students and religious. Fort Wayne Ballet downtown and Teacher Creativity Fellowship. • Emily Jaminet, co-author of For groups of 10 or more, tickets Right to Life to hold the music technology facilities With a grant of $12,000, Lohr will “Divine Mercy for Moms: Sharing are $45. Members of the largest at the USF North Campus, 2702 travel to the Fiji Islands where the Lessons of St. Faustina.” group will receive a prize and annual essay contest Spring St. she will be staying with a host Jaminet hosts “Mother’s VIP seating in the front row. The Talent Scholarship Day gives SOUTH BEND — St. Joseph family while teaching English to Moments” on Gabriel Catholic conference will be held at the new USF students with an inter- County Right to Life is now economically disadvantaged chil- Radio in Columbus, Ohio. After a Indianapolis Downtown Marriott, est in art, dance, communica- accepting submissions for the dren during the month of March. brief stint working for a Christian 305 W. Maryland St. Parking tion or music the opportunity to annual Pro-Life Essay Contest. Lohr will earn a Teaching English non-profit in Pittsburgh, is available across the street in submit a portfolio for review and/ There is a middle school and high as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Pennsylvania, she returned home the Government Center Parking or audition for scholarship con- school category, and all inter- certificate upon completion. to raise her six children and be Garage, 401 W. Washington sideration. ested students are encouraged Lohr is one of 100 educators a “worker in the vineyard of the St., for less than $10. To reg- Scholarships are available to consider submitting an essay taking part in the 2016 fellow- Lord.” ister for the conference, log on in art history, music technol- by March 1. The theme this year ship program. • Anthony Mullen, national to www.indianacatholicwomen. ogy, dance, studio art, graphic follows the focus on adoption and coordinator for the international com, or mail a check and num- design, art education, anima- supporting birth mothers to make 8 TODAY’S CATHOLIC February 21, 2016 Students and staff celebrate multicultural day at St. Mary School HOURS for the Lord Diocese announces Jubilee Year of Mercy event, 24 Hours for the Lord

uring this Jubilee Year of Mercy with its motto, D“Merciful Like the Father,” parishes throughout the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend will join the universal Church on March 4-5 in the celebration of 24 Hours for the Lord. Pope Francis called for a 24 Hours for the Lord to be celebrated on the Friday and Saturday preceding the Fourth Week of Lent. Where can I find 24 Hours for the Lord? St. Francis Xavier, Pierceton Christ the King, South Bend Sara Lake Holy Family, South Bend St. Therese, Little Flower, South Bend The students and staff of St. Mary School in Avilla St. Joseph, South Bend celebrated a multicultural day during Catholic Schools St. Mary of the Annunciation, Bristol “So many people, including young people, are returning to the Sacrament of Week with students taking their “passports” and making St. Thomas, Elkhart Reconciliation; through this experience they are rediscovering a path back to the Lord, living a moment of intense prayer and finding meaning in their stops in Africa, Burma, Germany, Puerto Rico and St. John the Evangelist, Goshen Cathedral of the Immaculate lives.” — Pope Francis Vietnam. Students experienced food, song, dance, stories, Conception, Fort Wayne crafts and video clips from the respective countries. St. John the Baptist, Fort Wayne What events can I Is there more Deacon Mel Tardy is shown helping some students St. Jude, Fort Wayne experience food, song and dance originating in Africa. St. Vincent de Paul, Fort Wayne expect at 24 Hours for information? the Lord? Yes! Find the full schedule of events at individual parishes at The emphasis will be on www.MyYearOfMercy.org. Schedules, Reconciliation, but parishes Confession guides and more High Efficiency Windows will also include Eucharistic information will be published Adoration, Stations of the Cross, in the Feb. 28 issue of Today’s various prayers and quiet prayer Catholic. throughout the 24 hours at the parishes. Blessed Sacrament students study corporal works of mercy

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First writing attempt wins award FORT WAYNE — Moira the words and formulating her Hamilton, a student in Sondra thoughts into complete sentenc- Federspiel’s first-grade class at es,” said Jodi. “It definitely was Most Precious Blood School, Fort something she had never had to Wayne, is one of 12 Catholic do before. It was a difficult pro- Lourdes Silva elementary school students in cess. She and I were both able The “Educación para el Ministerio” program provides instruction for the the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South to learn from one another,” she Hispanic parish leaders, catechists, proclaimers and others who instruct with- Bend recently awarded tuition added. in their parishes on a variety of levels. The Education for Ministry program assistance for school year 2015- Moira understands the $1,000 offers courses in Fort Wayne and South Bend for Catechists, Catholic School 2016 from The Bishop D’Arcy financial award will go toward teachers, directors of religious education, RCIA teams, youth ministers and Catholic Education Jubilee Fund. her education. others interested in learning about their Catholic faith. The fund was established in Most Precious Blood Principal 2007 on the occasion of the late Stan Liponoga read Moira’s win- Bishop John M. D’Arcy’s 50th ning essay during morning pub- golden jubilee of his Priesthood. lic address announcements and In addition to a recommenda- congratulated her on a job well tion from the pastor and princi- done. Her essay reads as follows: pal for tuition assistance based “I feel a Catholic education on financial need, each student is important because it helps us was required to submit a writ- stay close to God. It is important ten essay titled “Why Catholic to keep God in our lives. I like to Education Is Important to Me.” go to church. I like that we get “She often has wanted to to pray and say the pledge every write stories, but this was our morning to start our day. first attempt at ever writing “I like that we learn so that something more than a sentence when we go to college we will describing a photo or a state- know what to do. Then with our ment about things she likes,” families we will have a happy said her mother, Jodi Hamilton. life and make good choices. Most It took mother and daughter a of all I like that all of my friends month of questions and answers care about others and their feel- on the topic. Jodi said she would ings. I wish that all kids could write Moira’s answers in a note- have a Catholic education like pad and then each night they all of us at Most Precious Blood would write one sentence, “with Catholic School.” me helping her spell some of — Vince LaBarbera MOIRA HAMILTON Instructing every morning Tools of the trade

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BY IRENE COPENHAVER married in this church. My fam- ily attended school here at Our Lady and lived in the surrounding SOUTH BEND — On a day that neighborhood. It is a place that the icy wind whipped snow out- has always been a part of my fam- side, Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades was ily’s memories and photographs greeted by the warm smiling faces of the students inside Our Lady of throughout the years.” Hungary School. He made his pas- Brandt noted, “The school has toral visit on Feb. 12. become a second home and family Opening with the celebration of for me. It is a huge part of my life. Mass, Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades was This is a community where every- joined by Father Kevin Bauman, one cares for one another and the pastor of Our Lady of Hungary students follow you home at night Parish. in your heart.” In this Year of Mercy, Bishop “Our staff works very hard to Rhoades’ homily was a lesson on help our students grow both aca- the seven corporal works of mercy. demically and in their faith,” she Coming out of the sanctuary and said. “As a staff we are constantly into the middle aisle among the trying to better ourselves for our 197 students, he explained each of students. Every action we make in the works. Many eager hands shot the classroom is intended for stu- up in the air when he asked ques- dent growth. The staff is focused on tions. He challenged them to learn student development and growth the seven works. here at Our Lady.” The bishop visited all the When asked about the academic classes in the school, preschool to strengths of the school, Principal Today’s eighth grade. In each classroom he Kevin Goralczyk told Catholic, reviewed the corporal works and “Our Lady of Hungary how they can be practiced especially School has identified the students during Lent. needs through NWEA assessments. In Christopher Nowak’s sixth- We work as a staff to use the data to drive instruction in the class- grade class Bishop Rhoades gave Photos by Kevin Haggenjos them a lesson in geography. On a room.” Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades celebrated Mass at Our Lady of Hungary for students and staff as he began his world map he showed them where He noted, “The staff has had he had lived in Italy for seven years. to change their approach to teach- pastoral visit there on Feb. 12. On behalf of the school, ing. They have differentiated their Marguerite Jay, an eighth grader in instruction to meet the students Natalie Jaksa’s science class, pre- where they are at. The instructors sented Bishop Rhoades with a gift continue to redefine themselves of four coffee mugs commemorating through professional development Our Lady of Hungary’s 100th anni- opportunities and challenges.” versary as a parish. Carmen Del Real, a parent of a He also received a gift from fourth-grade student at Our Lady Heather Snavely’s fifth-grade class. of Hungary, said, “Our Lady has Money collected from “jean days” other programs like ELL (English was donated to the Christ Child Language Learners), reading and Society in the bishop’s name. math tutoring that complement Kindergarten teacher Anne academics — that’s one of the DeMott invited the bishop to sit in strengths. The kids get all the help the prayer circle. The children are they need in a more personal basis, learning about Pope Francis. with programs designed based on The largest class in the school, their needs.” the second-grade, has 24 students The Catholic faith is vibrant in and is taught by Alexandra Brandt. the school as well. She is preparing them for their first “At Our Lady, kids participate in Confession and first Communion in their faith,” Carmen Del Real added. May. “They go to Mass, They get their Bishop Rhoades’ last stop was lessons. They live their faith rather to the preschool room. He said he than read about it. They see Our Students at Our Lady of was thoroughly impressed with the Lady as their second home.” Hungary listen to Bishop depth of knowledge of the children. “The locus of Our Lady of Kevin C. Rhoades’ homily They are learning about the Holy Hungary School is The Risen during Mass at his pasto- Trinity and the miracles of Jesus. Christ,” Goralczyk said. “Students and staff attend and participate in ral visit to the school on Our Lady of Hungary has a rich Feb. 12. multigenerational history. And that daily Mass, pray within the class- is true for Brandt, a second-grade rooms underscoring the importance teacher at Our Lady of Hungary of living out our baptismal promis- es: loving God and loving neighbor. School for the last five years. The doctrinal and moral teachings “Our Lady of Hungary Church of the Church are woven into every and School have always been a lesson and put in to practice by great part of my life growing up — teachers and students alike.” Our Lady of Hungary stu- from my grandparents attending The school opened in 1927 dents Marguerite Jay and church here, my father being an to serve immigrant communities Lauren Moutray present altar server, to myself teaching in of Hungary and Eastern Europe. the Offertory gifts during the school,” Brandt shared. “Many Today the majority of students are of my family members, myself Mass at Bishop Kevin C. first generation Latinos. included, have been baptized and Rhoades’ pastoral visit to the school Feb. 12. February 21, 2016 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 11 Where the Catholic faith is vibrant Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades visits the school Feb. 12

Students at Our Lady of Hungary School eagerly answer Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades’ question in Amy Black’s first-grade classroom.

Principal Kevin Goralczyk, left, Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades and Father Kevin Bauman, pastor of Our Lady of Hungary, stand beneath a statue of Our Lady in the school. Sixth-grade student Mario Gallegos watches as Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades points out a text in Christopher Nowak’s social studies class.

Our Lady of Hungary Principal: Kevin Goralczyk Staff: 20 Students: 197

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www.ourladyofhungary.com Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades speaks to students in Angelica Rodela’s preschool class. 12 TODAY’S CATHOLIC February 21, 2016 Marshall County

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BY JULIE DOWD The small, private college in for God’s calling. Our Campus Donaldson, hosts about 500 Ministry is the pastoral expres- students each year and, under sion of Catholic higher educa- DONALDSON — The Poor the direction of President Dr. tion, by being the “hands and Handmaids of Jesus Christ, an Ken Zirkle, has built its first feet of Christ,” we can better international congregation of residence hall and is working serve everyone in our ecumeni- apostolic women religious, min- on number two. cal climate. isters to and with people of all As the least-expensive pri- With this underlying ele- faiths. They minister with the vate college in Indiana, the two- ment of ecumenical faith, the poor, the sick and children in year, accredited school offers college’s academic offerings nine countries. They live and exceptional value and close, are growing. The school offers serve in the United States’ rural, personal attention. It is located more than 20 associate degrees urban and inner city settings, in a safe, rural area on 1,100 including a thriving nurs- mainly in the Midwest. acres of land with a lake at The ing program and has recently The Poor Handmaids of Jesus Center at Donaldson — also added agriculture, culinary Christ congregation was found- home to assisted living facili- arts and sports management ed in Germany when Catherine ties, an art studio and more. to its catalog. Zirkle has also Kasper and four companions According to Campus expanded athletic options to took vows as Poor Handmaid Minister Albert Escanilla, the include bowling, lacrosse, cross- Sisters in 1851. ideals and principles that have country, wresting, dance, tennis In 1868, at the request of characterized the college’s and more, in addition to stan- Bishop John Henry Luers of the The Ancilla Domini Chapel is shown in this photo. sponsor, The Poor Handmaids dard college teams. Fort Wayne Diocese, Catherine of Jesus Christ (PHJC), are the Athletic Director Gene Reese Kasper sent the first eight Poor plies The Center at Donaldson est ministry at The Center, backbone of Ancilla’s mission. is quick to note that the vast Handmaids to America where and is offered to the local public challenges people to experience “Catholic social teaching and majority of student-athletes they staffed a school and cared through Earthworks Market. mindfulness as they fearlessly community building is funda- receive over a 3.0 GPA due for the sick in Hessen Cassel, Ancilla College, a Catholic two- explore the interconnectedness mental to allowing students largely to emphasis on academ- Indiana. year, liberal arts college is also of art, nature and the Spirit to develop unique gifts and ics and coaches who see their The motherhouse, home to part of The Center. within. insights at Ancilla. We offer team as family. the American Province Sisters, Catherine Kasper Life Center, People around the world have reflection, service, intellectual As the second residence hall was located in Fort Wayne a faith-based Continuing Care visited The Center at Donaldson inquiry, retreats and faith com- construction completes summer from 1868 to 1923 when it Retirement Community, is com- to enjoy its unique events and munities,” he said. “Students of 2016, the new dining hall was moved to Donaldson, in prised of Maria Center, senior offerings. Many call The Center are challenged to engage in and student life center is open Marshall County. Since then, independent living apartments; home, from college students service opportunities and team- for delicious and healthy on- PHJC Sisters have ministered to and the Catherine Kasper Home, to the residents of Catherine building activities in addition to campus meals. Students can get the people in Marshall County, a licensed skilled nursing facil- Kasper Life Center. The Center their course work at Ancilla. We made-to-order foods in addition both in Donaldson and in the ity providing short-term reha- also provides hundreds of peo- hope to guide them to become to fresh comfort favorites, such local area. bilitation, long-term nursing ple a place to work and to feel men and women of faith and as pizza and burgers. Over the years, a variety of care and a memory care unit. part of something bigger than in the service of others, espe- There is also an ice cream ministries have developed. The Earthworks, an environmental themselves as they carry forth cially the most vulnerable and machine. campus is now called The Center education center, teaches adults the mission, values and charism disadvantaged. 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BY KAY COZAD BY TIM JOHNSON

PLYMOUTH — St. Michael Catholic BREMEN — St. Dominic in Bremen is still Church has its roots in the farmland of in a celebration mode with the opening Plymouth, with a congregation dating of its new Good Shepherd Hall, a new back to 1862. Holy Cross Father John building that includes a chapel, kitchen Korcsmar is pastor there and shepherds and gathering space. Daily Mass is now the over 1,200 families in the bicultural celebrated in the “more intimate” set- parish. St. Michael boasts a school that ting of the chapel and the first coffee educates students from kindergarten and doughnuts held Feb. 7 was a big hit, through grade 8. said Father Bob Lengerich, pastor of St. The current church building, built in Dominic. the early 1900s, underwent a $222,000 The new hall was dedicated on Dec. 8 renovation and was rededicated in 1994. last year, but before that, the parish host- Of the parish, Father Korcsmar notes the ed a Forty Hours Devotion that turned area demographics are changing and into a Fifty Hours Devotion. “I was so the needs of his congregation as well. impressed, the people loved it,” said The bicultural parish, hosting Anglo and Father Lengerich. He said great graces Hispanic populations, work together came from the devotion. One gentleman to share the vision and mission of the decided it was time to officially join the church. St. Michael currently offers four Catholic Church. Mass times in English and two Masses Another use for the new building is a in Spanish celebrated by Parochial Vicar new ministry that is in formation called Father Eloy Jimenez Zuniga. the Joyful Song Sing-Along, which is The faith ministries of St. Michael, a special prayer service that meets the led by dedicated staff and lay faith- needs of people with special needs — not ful, provide religious education for Kevin Haggenjos just at St. Dominic Parish, but in the adults in its RCIA program and for St. Michael Church Bremen community as well. It is an ecu- children of the parish in its religious in Plymouth is menical outreach. Joyful Song Sing-Along is a praise-and- education program. Additionally, St. shown in this Father Bob Lengerich takes a turn at the snow- Michael offers Eucharistic Adoration, worship-based service, which includes photo. blower after an Ash Wednesday Mass. the sacraments, the Why Catholic? music and activities. After the first ses- program, Bible studies, a prayer line, sion, Father Lengerich said, “These peo- quinceañera, bereavement support, a excellent Catholic ple have brought joy to St. Dominic.” health care ministry, youth group and education provid- Another ecumenical aspect of the much more. ed by St. Michael community is Bremen’s Ministerial choirs. Catholic organizations hosted School. Following Association. “About half of the pas- During Lent, there is a live Stations of in the parish include Knights of JoAnn’s death tors in town meet every month,” Father the Cross on Good Friday, a tradition of Columbus, Harvest House for 55 and bet- in 2013, Leonard began a search for an Lengerich noted. “And we discuss togeth- the Hispanic community in the parish. ter, and Angels Girls’ Club. appropriate statue of St. Michael for the er how we can lead the town closer to During the Year of Mercy, the parish is St. Michael School building was school in memory of his dear wife. His God.” hosting a prayer workshop or mini-retreat dedicated in 1954 and in 2000 expanded search took him in a different direction During Lent, the association will gath- for each of the corporal and spiritual with an addition of a science/art room, and a meeting with artist Keith Blanton. er at a different church each Sunday eve- works of mercy. Just recently, about 25 four classrooms and a gymnasium with Isban commissioned Blanton to portray a ning for Lenten services. “It’s really neat participants prepared Valentines for local a stage and storage area. And in 2009 a guardian angel protecting the students as that the Christians in this town can pray inmates at the Marshall County Jail and full city block sized playground was con- they entered and exited the school. The with one another and love each other in for the homebound, elderly and widows structed for the school. painting, completed in 2015, currently Christ’s name,” Father Lengerich noted. of the parish. The school curriculum is unique in hangs near the main door of the school. St. Dominic is a diverse multi-cul- The Good Shepherd Hall has also that it employs the Science, Technology, Another long-time parishioner of the tural parish consisting of an Anglo and been used to show movies such as “The Religion, Engineering, Arts and Math parish is Anita Fox who acts as mainte- Hispanic parishioners. Father Lengerich War Room.” The recent production drew (STREAM) process that enables the nance person and jack-of–all-trades there. celebrates three Masses in English and not only parishioners, but welcomed students to work through the scientific What began 25 years ago when she and one in Spanish on weekends. the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual method to learn about a subject. Recently her husband volunteered to mow the Other active ministries at St. Dominic Adoration from nearby Mishawaka. the fifth through the eighth grades com- church lawn has gradually turned into a include youth group, Bible study, the And every October, the parish hosts pleted their work to present in a science ministry of its own. Fox, an octogenarian Why Catholic? program, the Knights of the Men’s Stag, which draws nearly 500 fair. and now widowed, continues to provide Columbus, and Spanish and English men to St. Dominic for a day of fun. To meet the needs of the bicul- the lawn care for the church and school- tural school population the school now yard, as well as the snow removal and employs a parent-training specialist, general maintenance. “I do what I can,” who assists parents with increasing their Fox said with quiet humility. Her day involvement with their students’ educa- begins with a walk across the street from tion. Future hope is for more bi-lingual her home to the church to open its doors speakers on staff as well. for worship by 5 a.m. She then cleans the Long-time parishioners of St. Michael church basement and the upstairs before Parish, Leonard Isban and his wife JoAnn the activities of the day begin, all on a have been staunch supporters of the volunteer basis. 3.5” x 2.5” | Maximum Font Size: 30 pt Is your broker a 1-800

number? Let's talk. Father Bob Lengerich Paul R. Gettinger, M.D., FAAFP St. Dominic Church in Bremen is John P Chamberlin shown during the construction Financial Advisor . phase of the Good Shepherd Hall, 560 N Oak Rd •Board Certified in Family Medicine Plymouth, IN 46563 •Member - Catholic Medical Association right, which was blessed last Dec. 8. 574-935-3909 www.edwardjones.com •Quality Medicine with Catholic ethics •Owned and operated by the physicians for the patients Community Family Physicians 1724 West Plymouth Street, Bremen, IN Member SIPC 574-546-3045 14 TODAY’S CATHOLIC February 21, 2016 St. Mary of the Lake Parish partners with Culver Military Academy to serve community CatholiC ommunity BY KAY COZAD C Foundation of Northeast Indiana CULVER — St. Mary of the Lake Parish is a thriving Catholic Investing in community tucked in the south- western corner of Marshall the Work of Christ County in the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. Established in 1948, now with close to 400 What is the Catholic Community Foundation? families, Father Jeffery Largent, pastor, shepherds his flock with The Catholic Community Foundation of Northeast Indiana foresight and faith. The sacra- consists of 137 endowments collectively invested to fund the vari- ments are celebrated regularly ous ministries and services of the Church throughout the diocese. and other ministries include The ultimate purpose of these endowments is not simply to build RCIA and religious education financial stability, but rather to fund the mission that has been Provided by St. Mary of the Lake for children. Associations of entrusted by Jesus Christ. lay faithful supported within St. Mary parishioners and Culver Academy members participate in the Gold Here are some important facts about the Catholic Community the parish include Knights of Star Ceremony on Memorial Day recognizing Culver alumni killed during Foundation: Columbus, the Fatima Group and times of conflict. • Established in 1994 by then Bishop John M. D’Arcy Youth and Adult Formation. • A 501(c) (3) tax-exempt entity Area teens from St. Mary and clean- • Contributions are deductible under Section 170 of the of the Lake and St. Michael ing up before Internal Revenue Code Parish in Plymouth participate and after the • Only the fund earnings are disbursed and used exclusively in YDisciple, a grant funded meals. for donor intentions pilot program centered around St. Mary • Endowment funds are invested following Church teachings as small groups of teens emphasiz- parishioners given by the U.S. bishops in their document “Socially Responsible ing intentional discipleship, as and Culver Investment Guidelines” well as strong parent support Academy • A minimum amount of $5,000 can start a new endowment and participation. “Beginning students also with only three teens, St. Mary’s have joined There is one endowment invested within the Catholic small groups have grown in dis- in commu- Community Foundation of Northeast Indiana for parishes, schools cipling 11 teens in just a short nity service by and/or ministries in Marshall County, and it is the St. Michael, year; a big step for a small par- volunteering Plymouth, Endowment Fund created from a donor’s bequest. The inter- ish trying to grow roots in youth at Our Lady est earnings of this fund are designated for the general support of ministry,” noted Jannie Zehner, of the Road St. Michael Parish and School. office administrator of St. Mary located on of the Lake. Beyond discipleship Main Street Making a gift to the Catholic Community Foundation groups, teens engage in “fun- in South There are many ways to give to one of these endowments, fellowship” activities, as well as Bend — one other than cash. In some instances, a donor is able to give even local community service projects, of the Catholic more than expected by simply using a planned gift option to cre- and also volunteer cleaning St. Worker ate or build an endowment. For example, leaving a gift in a will Mary Church once a month as a houses closest (bequest) can be an advantage to a parish, school or charity and group. to the parish. provide tax advantages. Those interested are encouraged to talk to St. Mary of the Lake Parish St. Mary of the Lake Parish altar is adorned with floral Parishioners their financial advisor to determine what would be best. has built a strong and enduring pieces during the Easter Season. of St. Mary relationship with the students of have also For more information on the Catholic Community Foundation of Culver Military Academy, a col- donated Northeast Indiana, how to create a new endowment, or about giv- lege preparatory boarding school and is responsible not only for socks, hats ing to an existing endowment, contact the Office of Stewardship and summer camp located in the the parishioners of St. Mary and gloves for its “winter clos- and Development in South Bend at 574-258-6571 or in Fort same area. Of the 290 Catholic but those of Catholic faith, and est.” Several parishioners con- Wayne at 260-969-9148 or by email at plannedgiving@diocesef- students on campus, nearly 70 those desiring to be Catholic at tinue to volunteer their time wsb.org. There is also additional information, including frequently volunteer as lay ministers during the academies as well. When we each month at Our Lady of the asked questions, at www.diocesefwsb.org/Catholic-Community- St. Mary/Academy Masses and are able, we encourage the two Road. Confirmation and reli- Foundation. several are volunteering their communities to come together gious education students have time by teaching the fifth-grade and celebrate services and also volunteered their time for religious education class at the events, but due to limited space local area and county projects parish. “The children absolutely that is not always a possibility.” such as Blessing in a Backpack adore this arrangement. The Each year St. Mary of the and the Marshall County students from the academy feel Lake and the Culver Military Christmas Basket/Gift Programs. self-fulfilled and also earned Academy come together to St. Mary of the Lake parish- Today’s Catholic spotlights their community service hours,” celebrate the sacrament of ioners have also been one of the said Zehner, who added that Confirmation. This year, six largest donors for the local area there are many opportunities for students from the eighth-grade food bank. Food and personal In MY diocese service for these students. Confirmation class of St. Mary items are donated every week Father Largent’s official title and 25 Culver Academy stu- for those in need. Each year at Culver Academies is “Defender dents in grades 9-12 will receive money is donated by parish- In the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, of the Faith,” and said, “Most the sacrament of Confirmation ioners to help with the county people in the diocese do not real- together at the Culver Military Christmas Basket Program. we are all unique. From the urban cities to ize how large a part of the com- Academy Chapel in April as the Children are also selected by the rural farms, we each have a different munity the Culver Military and academy and St. Mary alter- only knowing the age, gender Culver Girls Academy truly is. nates each year for venue for and a gift idea by members to Catholic story to tell. And yet — we are all One half of the winter students Confirmation. buy something for children who are Catholic, which is roughly Cultivating community rela- are less fortunate. These gifts One Diocese — One Catholic Church. “In 400 plus and three quarters of tionships and deepening roots, then are accompanied with the MY diocese” is a monthly section of Today’s the summer school students are St. Mary, in the past, has joined food baskets and distributed to Catholic numbering at times other area churches in taking a local families. St. Mary of the Catholic that will feature parishes and the 1,100 plus. Most might think of turn to host a community meal. Lake Parish also works every Culver, and St. Mary of the Lake Each month St. Mary would year with the Cross Catholic Catholic community within a particular as a resort parish and not realize host a free dinner open to the organization and others like it, the permanent Catholic influence community made possible by to donate monies for its chari- county. See when your county will be our parish has at the academies. the dedicated parishioners and table causes such as No Room featured and how you can be involved at The priest at St. Mary of the Culver Academy students who at the Inn, which builds homes Lake is one who has a shared would volunteer providing, for those still without places to www.todayscatholicnews.org/advertising. assignment with the academy preparing and serving food, live in Haiti. February 21, 2016 COMMENTARY 15 Save a life by staying alive Love, peace and justice

ou’re out shopping at oxygen in the blood already dur- “We can help by acts of charity, your favorite mall with ing a sudden cardiac arrest and reaching out to both those near CATHOLIC your kids and an elderly you do not have to do mouth-to- and far through the Church’s Y THE CATHOLIC many charitable organizations. man about 30 yards away sud- mouth to have a successful out- RELIEF denly falls to the floor and is come. Rescuers should lock their Lent is a favorable time for show- unresponsive. A crowd quickly hands together over the sternum DOCTOR IS IN ing this concern for others by gathers around him to see if he and perform chest compressions small yet concrete signs of our SERVICES: RICE BOWL needs help but nobody is actu- at a rate of 100-120 per minute. belonging to our one human ally doing anything. You sprint The depth of the compressions DR. DAVID KAMINSKAS family.” This quote from Pope MELISSA WHEELER over to the man and try to rouse should be a minimum of two Francis’s 2015 Lenten Message him but he is unconscious and inches and a maximum of 2.4 is an AED (Automatic External reminds us that during the In the 1500s, after shedding his turning blue. You feel for a inches (realizing that you might Defibrillator) available. Send Lenten season, we are especially wealthy roots, Francis commit- pulse and can’t find one. You not get this exactly right — do someone to get it, open it up and called to pray, fast and give alms ted himself to a life of poverty to ask the bystanders: “Has any- your best). I know what many follow the directions. Do NOT for those in need both in our local more fully devote himself to the one called 911?” A young lady readers are thinking now. That stop chest compressions until it community and abroad. CRS Rice love of God. Francis was ordained says she has them on the phone compression rate is awfully fast. tells you to “clear.” Most cardiac Bowl brings this message to life a priest with Ignatius of Loyola. right now. You then ask: “Does How do I know I am in that 100- arrests are caused from sudden this week in the example of liter- A few years after the ordination, anyone know CPR?” Deafening 120 per minute rate? Well, we ventricular tachycardia or fibril- acy and hunger programs in Laos the two men found themselves in silence is the answer you get. all probably love the Bee Gees, lation and one shock could very and the life of St. Francis Xavier. front of the pope. There they were Your kids look at you and say: so it is time to bring back one of well save them. Laos is one of the poorest formally recognized as members “Do something!” It’s up to you. their biggest hits ever — “Stayin’ It is also now recommended countries in Southeast Asia. of the Society of Jesus, the Jesuits. New recommendations now Alive.” to use social media to summon With a population of about 7 St. Francis Xavier then make it easier for witnesses to “Whether you’re a brother qualified rescuers. If you are a million people, this landlocked embarked on the life of a true help a victim of cardiac arrest or whether you’re a mother, bystander, after someone calls nation lacks the infrastructure traveling preacher. Francis and maybe be a hero. you’re stayin’ alive, stayin’ alive. 911, send out a Tweet or make a to support the development of would eventually travel through The American Heart Feel the city breakin’ and post on Facebook — there could its people through education India, the Philippines and Japan. Association recently pub- everybody shakin,’ and we’re be a medic, nurse or doctor right and health care. Catholic Relief Imagine that kind of travel in lished a Guideline Update for stayin’ alive, stayin’ alive. around the corner that could Services (CRS) works with the the 1500s. In each place, Francis Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. Ah, ha, ha, ha, stayin’ alive, sta- help. ... Ah, ha, ha, ha, stayin’ Laotian government to provide lived among the people amidst The truth is that when someone yin’ alive. Ah, ha, ha, ha stayin’ alive, stayin’ alive. free lunches for schoolchildren, their culture and traditions to suddenly collapses in cardiac alive.” training for teachers and prin- proclaim the message of love, arrest most bystanders are not Now just concentrate on the cipals and nutrition training for peace and justice. trained in CPR. Although you last two lines and you will be families. Parents volunteer to All of us may not be able to may not really know how to doing chest compressions at just cook the school lunches and are travel the world as a missionary do it, most bystanders do have the right speed. I’m not really provided with a monthly ration like St. Francis Xavier or develop a pretty good idea of what it suggesting you sing it (probably of food. Your contribution to programming in the developing entails. That includes mouth-to- inappropriate) but play it in your CRS Rice Bowl helps to fund pro- world to provide for people’s mouth resuscitation — right? head as you’re doing CPR. Now, grams like this one thousands of basic needs, but we can support Let’s be honest now, what’s for you reading this who are miles away. The Gospel message those who do through prayer the first word you just thought appalled by a little humor in this of love, peace and justice comes and almsgiving. This week, take of — “yuck!” So, I have some serious situation, I do apologize, to life for us when participating time to prayerfully examine your great news for all you untrained but we can all celebrate when in programs such as these. This life to see how you proclaim love, bystanders. You just need to this man or woman is living a missionary message is as old as peace and justice. Who proclaims pump on the chest. The recom- fruitful life once again. the Church herself. love, peace and justice to you? mendation now is to do com- There are a few other sugges- We read in Acts of the Apostles that apostles were to be sent to pression only CPR for out-of- tions that we should think of as Dr. David Kaminskas is a board cer- hospital cardiac arrest victims well. If this occurs in a public the ends of the earth to spread tified cardiologist and member the message of the Gospel. St. Melissa Wheeler is the diocesan if you are untrained in CPR. It place, like my example above, of The Jerome Lejeune Guild of turns out that there is plenty of there is a good chance that there Francis Xavier is a marvelous director for Catholic Relief Northeast Indiana. example of this missionary spirit. Services. God loves us even in our humanness in hearing, or reading, this pas- God, he is at risk, powerless in New Testament accounts, Christian commitment. sage. First, God communicates before the elements, helpless apostles are with Jesus at a very First, we are not almighty or THE with Abraham, and God is in before whatever might come. important moment. In this case, all knowing. We are humans. Abraham’s world, but God is The second reading is from Peter, James and John accom- Second, in our human limitation SUNDAY above and beyond Abraham’s the Epistle to the Philippians. pany Jesus. The apostles knew we are shortsighted, even blind world. God is no human’s peer. Philippi was a city Greek by Jesus. They interacted with Jesus. very often. Third, we all will die. GOSPEL People do not relate to God as if background, its name honor- They certainly saw the human Fourth, God loves us with a love God were an equal, nevertheless ing the father of Alexander the characteristics of Jesus. shown Abraham and the proph- MSGR. OWEN F. CAMPION God is present and interacts with Great. It was home to a Christian Because of the ets. He loves us in Jesus, the Son them. community. Transfiguration, they saw the of God. Jesus is our only hope. God has command over Paul wrote to these early divinity of Jesus. The Lord He is our only access to true and 2nd Sunday in Lent nature and the living beings of Christians to give them direction showed them this divinity. On eternal life. nature. God can order Abraham and encouragement. He expand- their own, being only human, Lk 9:28b-36 to capture animals and then to ed their knowledge of Jesus. He they were unable to see it. he Book of Genesis is the sacrifice them. Since the animals challenged them to be more loyal Strong symbols from Hebrew source of the first read- that Abraham captured were and fervent disciples. tradition conveyed the reality of READINGS ing. It is a story about sacred, as they were intended for In this reading St. Paul says this divine identity. God spoke T Sunday: Gn 15:5-12, 17-18 Ps 27:1, Abraham, whom the Jews regard sacrifice to praise God, Abraham that human beings are imperfect, from a cloud. Gleaming light sur- as the father of their race. In protected them from being taken even more so with their will- rounded Jesus. 7-9, 13-14 Phil 3:17 — 4:1 Lk 9:28b-36 addition, Abraham is seen as the by birds of prey. It is not as if ful sinning. Human bodies are Jesus was fully in the tradi- Monday: 1 Pt 5:1-4 Ps 23:1-3a, 4-6 spiritual father of all who know birds of prey were inherently “lowly,” or limited, subject to tion of God’s relating to, and Mt 16:13-19 and honor the one God, hence he evil, although Jewish tradition death, the epistle declares. Christ with, people. On either side of Tuesday: Is 1:10, 16-20 Ps 50:8-9, is a special figure in the religious later would proscribe eating elevates and restores humans. In Jesus were the prophets Moses 16b-17, 21, 23 Mt 23:1-12 traditions of Christians and the flesh of any bird of prey, or Jesus, human beings never die if and Elijah. Wednesday: Jer 18:18-20 Ps 31:5-6, Muslims. any other predator. Rather, they they earnestly follow the Lord. 14-16 Mt 20:17-28 simply were victims of their own St. Luke’s Gospel provides Scholars believe that Reflection Thursday: Jer 17:5-10 Ps 1:1-4, 6 Abraham was an actual person, instincts and unaware of the the last reading. It is Luke’s Lk 16:19-31 not the figment of imagination, most important of all realities, story of the Transfiguration, a As we progress in Lent, or a figure constructed in some that God is and is merciful. story found also in Mark and the Church offers us several Friday: Gn 37:3-4, 12-13a, 17b-28a literary effort. He actually lived. Abraham himself is vulnera- Matthew. important lessons, intended to Ps 105:16-21 Mt 21:33-43, 45-46 Even Muslims revere him. ble. Darkness overtakes him. The The story is brilliant and strengthen us in our Lenten Saturday: Mi 7:14-15, 18-20 Ps 103:1-4, Several points are important sun sets. He is terrified. Without powerful. As is so often the case resolve, and ultimately in our 9-12 Lk 15:1-3, 11-32 16 COMMENTARY February 21, 2016

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The often referred to as the “little control. Chinese communist regime is emperor generation,” aren’t We’re so used to the default about to become deeply unpopu- Saint of the Week Josephine Bakhita going to easily forget that it’s trope that China is “the world’s lar, thanks to the effects of the Feast February 8th all about me as they face the most populous nation” that it one-child policy. It would be stra- challenge of inter-generational will come as a shock to many tegically unwise, to put it gently, As a child this first Sudanese saint was kidnapped responsibility. So what hap- that, by some demographers’ if the Catholic Church, through by Arab slave traders. A Muslim owner named pens when, in 10 years or so, estimates, China’s current popu- the Vatican, were to embrace her Bakhita, meaning “lucky”; other owners there will be more retired and lation, 1.4 billion, will shrink to that regime diplomatically, just included an Arab chieftain and a Turkish general. elderly Chinese than there are 500 million by the turn of the as it was beginning to feel the She endured years of cruelty, even torture, before Europeans, in a country that next century. But China’s demo- enmity of its people. being sold to an Italian consul who planned to has nothing resembling western graphic crisis could also be an free her. He took her to Italy, where she worked as social safety nets? evangelical opportunity. a nanny for another family. In 1889 she won her One somehow suspects that a Unlike India, where Christian George Weigel is Distinguished 2013 Chinese law that requires mission has long been impeded Senior Fellow of the Ethics freedom in court. She was baptized Josephine, children to visit their elderly by a thick, culturally-transmitted and Public Policy Center in entered the Canossian Sisters and served her order parents regularly — a coercive religious system, there is no Washington, D.C. in Italy for more than 50 years. Ashes: An urgent call for our souls am puzzled by a fairly well- For me, these serve the same But Lent is not primarily giving) and by learning to let God established statistic: Ash purpose as my primal shriek. OUR about what we have lost, but and not things fill our void and IWednesday Mass tends to You see, whenever I experience what we stand to gain. The define our appetites (fasting). draw a large attendance, right up a potentially life-threatening ashes are not random smudges I suspect that Mass atten- there with Masses at Christmas accident-about-to-happen when GLOBAL on our foreheads but trace the dance spikes on Ash Wednesday and Easter. I asked around and my husband is driving, all I can sign of the cross: our hope and because we know our sinfulness never got a satisfactory answer. manage is a guttural shriek. It FAMILY salvation. The alternative charge and, as hard as it is, we make an Someone said it is Catholic guilt is my primal alarm for danger. from the minister is to “repent explicit nod to our human mor- and the sense of obligation. Another analogy comes from liv- CAROLYN WOO and believe in the Gospel.” tality. But transcending all, it is But Ash Wednesday is not ing in Indiana where we got tor- The hymn, “Ashes (We Rise the people of faith expressing the a holy day of obligation. Some nado warnings commanding our souls, as close to danger as a car Again From Ashes),” calls us to desire to make good with God bloggers have said that this is total and immediate attention to crash or a deadly tornado. I think rise from ashes at the beckoning and do better. clever marketing, as the attend- get to safe shelter. we want to do the right thing, of God, to start anew, to over- For this reason, Lent is a joy- ees are getting something for Though the rites of Ash but our choices and actions are come our sinfulness not by our ful season. May we who enter nothing. Really? Ashes? Wednesday are administered littered with the good that we own power, but by God’s power. through the threshold of Ash Ashes and the intonation, through quietly spoken words postpone doing, preoccupation Lent revisits the promise that, Wednesday make an effort to go “Remember that you are dust and simple gestures, often in a with success, our pride that for- when we fail to love and lose our further and deeper into our Lenten and to dust you shall return,” are stately church and accompanied gets and refuses grace, desire for way, God is there. We always journey as an invitation and reminders of our mortality and by beautiful hymns, they are nev- things that turn them into idols, have a way home. Ashes make it opportunity to turn our hearts of sinfulness and a visible marker ertheless meant to jolt us out of self-centeredness that places our clear that now is the time for us stone into hearts of flesh. of our remorse. These are intend- our daily routines and gripping needs over others’ needs, worries to rekindle our desire for God. ed to compel us to confront our priorities that lure us away from that steal the joy from the pres- We do so by making time to reality with an intensity and God and into the spiritual dead ent, feelings that we hurt, grudg- put ourselves in God’s presence Carolyn Y. Woo is the president and urgency meant to change our zone. es that we nurse, gossip that (prayer), by acknowledging and CEO of Catholic Relief Services in hearts and then our lives. It is an urgent call for our inevitably diminishes others, etc. serving Him in the other (alms- the United States. February 21, 2016 TODAY’S CATHOLIC 17

USF SENIOR RIDLEY SELECTED CROSSROADS LEAGUE PLAYER OF THE WEEK University of Saint Francis senior Brooke Ridley has been named Crossroads League Player of the Week for Feb. 1-6. Ridley, a Bishop Luers High School graduate, averaged 25.8 points per game in a 1-1 week for USF. Ridley sat out the second quarter against third-ranked Marian University yet scored 26 points in the 82-76 loss. Ridley became just the third player in USF history to score 1,900-or-more points in a career and has 1,914 with four games to Sports play in the regular season. Ridley continues to lead CL overall scoring with a 20.2 average. Marian celebrates Demetrius Jackson Night CYO girls’ champions BY JOE KOZINSKI Dave Wood that was accompa- nied by a proclamation making crowned at tournament MISHAWAKA — The Inter-City Feb. 9, 2016, Demetrius Jackson Day. Catholic League and the Marian BY MICHELLE CASTLEMAN ing career than with my daugh- High School community celebrat- As the Knights battled con- ter and her friends,” detailed ed Demetrius Jackson Night as ference foes, the Jimmies of Coach Maria Parsenow. The the alum entered the gymnasium Jimtown — winning 71-49 — FORT WAYNE — In its annual No. 1 seed and regular season that saw spectacular dunks and Jackson and his fellow team- year-end tournament, the Blue League champs got a bye many victorious evenings thanks mates signed autograph after CYO crowned three new girls’ then defeated a very good team to him and his fellow Knights. autograph to the many ICCL champions on Saturday, Feb. from Queen of Angels in the The starting point guard for players that hope one day to play 13, at the St. Charles Hession semifinals before battling it out the University of Notre Dame at the next level. Center. Winners for 2016 were against the Twins one last time. continues to be an inspiration to As many times before, St. Charles 7, St. Joseph-Hessen Parsenow added, “The girls all the community’s youth and this Demetrius humbly accepted the Cassel and St. Vincent 8. came with the heart and desire night was no exception. accolades bestowed on him and For the seventh-grade White to win the tournament start- In his playing days at the quietly left the campus after all League, an elated St. Charles ing Thursday night and ending corner of Logan and Dragoon the handshakes and autographs Coach Andrea Fisher explained, with Saturday’s championship Trail, Demetrius became St. were signed. “Our team is an example of the win.” In the final game, Hannah Joseph County’s all-time leading definition of team. They have Sweeney was a key player for the scorer that coupled with being rooted for each other from try- Squire defense holding Twins’ a McDonald’s All-American, outs until now. It didn’t matter sharp shooter, Abby Sheehan, an Indiana All Star, two-time who was in the game, the entire to seven points. Jelena Girod led All-State and the three-time bench was always rooting and the team in scoring with nine Northern Indiana Conference cheering for those on the floor.” followed by Maddie Parsenow MVP. During halftime of the Marian She continued, “Jordyn Smith with five points, which included was the catalyst for our team Family members and former vs. Jimtown basketball game at a big trey in the fourth quarter coaches accompanied Demetrius all year. She did whatever the that held off the Twins for good. Marian High School on Feb 9, fam- on his night and he happened to team needed her to do, whether Ali Beard, Madalyn Rauner and bring along six of his Fighting ily, friends, current students and it was scoring or distributing. Sweeney all contributed to the Irish teammates. ICCL feeder schools basketball play- Claire Frazier was also a key fac- 22-team points. The event was hosted by ers gathered to honor Demetrius tor for us. Claire stepped up and Parsenow continued her indi- Marian High School’s beloved Jackson, Marian class of 2013, for his made some big shots through- vidual praises stating, “Rauner Bob Nagle and highlighted by extraordinary basketball achieve- out the year. Defensively, Kate played tough under the basket Demetrius receiving the key to ments while at the school. Rashevich was a rebounding pulling down rebounds offen- the City of Mishawaka by Mayor monster. Kate wasn’t the tallest sively and defensively to lead Ray Derucki one on the floor but she accepted the team to a win, while Rachel the challenge to be the one with McKinnon’s speed stopped a few the most rebounds and usually key fast breaks in the final quar- succeeded.” ter.” Her sister, Mallory Wagner, The No. 1 seeded Cardinals assisted Parsenow this season. received a bye then beat a tal- Finally, in what proved to be Our Lady of Providence Jr. - Sr. High School in Clarksville, Indiana ented team from St. Jude before the least likely of champions and downing a scrappy St. Vincent is currently accepting applications for the position of president. The school serves a growing student population of 520 most thrilling game of the day, squad, 39-28, in a hard-fought six young ladies from St. Vincent and is accredited by the State of Indiana. The institution is blessed with exceptional teaching and administrative staff battle for the championship got by the Gold League’s “upset” and a dedicated group of parents, friends, and alumni. avenging their 25-28 regular team from St. Elizabeth, 47-41, The position of president is an administra tive position. Qualified applicants will have spent the majority of their season loss. Fisher was fortunate in overtime. career in the corporate or non-profit world in a leadership role. The president of the school is the chief executive, ad- to be joined on the bench by her Still amazed at the outcome, vancement, and financial officer of the institution and is responsible for all facets of its operation. The president leads husband, Jason, and daughter, a beaming Coach Dan O’Brien and articulates the school’s mission and vision, creates and implements stra tegic plans, and builds and nurtures rela- Sierra. A year ago, the family explained, “It is one thing to be went back to coaching girls’ bas- tionships. The president reports to and is evaluated by the superintendent of Catholic schools for the archdiocese with expected to win and then win. ketball at St. Charles, where their It is a whole other animal to inputs from the Board of Trustees. The president works in close partnership with the principal who is the chief oper- daughters played and son is prevail as champs, when you ating officer of the school. now an eighth grader. They were struggle to have enough play- Applicants must foster a proven Catholic identity, have sound marketing and financial skills, and possess strong pleased to add Cecilia Garrett as ers to even be called ‘a team’ for leadership and interpersonal skills. Applicants must be practicing Roman Catholics who have demonstrated their a starter this year to their 2015 most of your games. The strange commitment to servant leadership. Preferred candidates will have a corporate or executive background, a Master’s championship team. thing is, that is exactly what degree or equivalent work experience, be able to model their faith, set strategy and direction, lead the administrative In the final game for the sea- we had to mold ourselves into son, Smith had 19 points and team and allocate capital to priorities while building community and serving others. This position does not require a — ‘a team,’ — a team that had Frazier finished with 10. Victoria ups and downs, but remained teaching license. Parent led the Panthers with 7. dedicated to a higher purpose, — Interested , qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by April 15, 2016; applications will be accepted until the Even without a daughter on the ‘the team.’” position is filled. To apply, please submit the following items electronically to Cynthia Clark ([email protected]): team, Fisher summarized, “We During the regular season, •Letter of interest, including responses to the following two questio ns: •How do you express your faith? •What skills were the biggest fans of these it was not uncommon for the will you bring to a Catholic school? •Resume •Three letters of reference or contact information for three professional girls. They were a great group. Panthers to barely field a team, references. For questions about this position, please e-mail or call: We had a blast.” even finishing games with four In the small-school show- players. Yet somehow they man- Rob Rash down, powerhouse St. Joseph- aged a 3-2 record in the Gold Hessen Cassel claimed the blue League and got a second-place Office of Catholic Education [email protected] medals for the fourth year in a seed. It was assumed when they row, beating St. Rose-St. Louis, made it past a talented team (317) 236-1544 22-17. from St. Jude, they would be “I couldn’t think of a better way to end my eight-year coach- CYO, page 18 18 TODAY’S CATHOLIC February 21, 2016 Sacred Heart girls win City Elementary Basketball Championship CYO Continued from Page 17

facing the top-ranked, regular season cham- pions, St. John, Fort Wayne (SJFW), but the fifth-place seed from St. Elizabeth changed all that, dashing the Eagles’ tournament hopes by beating them, 42-29, in the semifinals. Fueled by Kennedy Glenn’s 22 points, the Pioneers “finally started playing some bas- ketball” according to Coach John Reimbold. They hoped to carry the momentum into St. Vincent was the championship winner of the CYO Gold League. the championship and certainly did for four quarters until the determined Panthers pulled away in overtime. Sophia Vandergriff had 20 points in the loss and Glenn finished with eight. For the victors, Kaley Lyons led all scorers with 22 and Sam O’Brien chipped in 11. O’Brien summarized, “We won the biggest game of the year, on the biggest stage for their grade-school career. I am so very proud of them.” Susan Beeber, Taya Dazey, Anna Munson Provided by Sacred Heart School, Warsaw and Molly Pastor rounded out the small, but mighty St. Vincent roster. The Sacred Heart fourth- through sixth-grade girls won Also incredibly proud of his team’s accom- the Warsaw City Schools Elementary Girls’ Basketball plishments was SJFW Coach Clancy Shank. St. Charles 7 girls were champions of the seventh-grade White League. Championship finishing their season with a perfect 12 His Eagles beat each and every CYO team they played this season and went 5-0 in wins and no losses. Pictured are the following: front row, the Gold League to earn the regular season from left, Hannah Burkholder, Maddy McSherry, Dalaney championship — an amazing feat no eighth- grade level girls’ team has done at the school Vilamaa, Leah Henderson and Sophia Johnston; middle since 2003. row, Joey Rastrelli, Maia Young, Jasmine Ochoa, Isabella Shank, who started with this group as VantWoud, Bonnie Hampton, Marie Frazzetta and Elena fifth graders, recalls their first game ever when they lost 32-0 and marvels, “This Sullivan; back row, Kris Rastrelli (coach), James Faroh group stuck with it, came so far, worked so (principal), Sarah Ropp, Bailie Stephens, Mackenzie Sokol, hard and made our whole parish proud.” Erin Dawson, Shane Henderson (coach) and Melanie Becky Pape and Kathy Novak assisted Shank. His eighth graders were Taylor Stephens (coach). Sacred Heart School participates with the Bransfield, Libby Bierbaum, Dori Javins, 10 schools in the Warsaw City area. Maddie Pape, Sarah Podzelinski and Morgan Zimmerman. St. Joseph-Hessen Cassel is the small-school CYO girl’s champion. •Plumbing Expertise you can rely on. •Heating Michael Kendzicky SERVICE •Air Glen Lothary Conditioning James Lothary Michael Marien DIRECTORY Private Wealth Management •Electrical 4220 Edison Lakes Parkway, Suite 100 Mishawaka, IN 46545 Call 260-456-2824 to see •Humidification 574-247-6830 . 800-866-9022 rwbaird.com 6332 Maplecrest Road Fort Wayne 485-3412 your business listed here. © 2015 Robert W. Baird & Co. Incorporated. MC-46527. CHUCK’S Park Lake Medical Building 2410 Lake Avenue FOOT SUPPORT P.O. Box 5486 Shoes - Pedorthics - Repair & Co., LLP Fort Wayne 46895-5486 Chuck is the only Silver Cup Award winning, CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS (260) 423-9405 shoe repairman and Silver Cup Judge in the Fax: (260) 422-9206 Fort Wayne area. Let a Master Craftsman repair your shoes and boots. •Tax Planning and preparation 4546 Maplecrest Road • 492-1752 THINK GREEN corporations, individuals and partnerships Repair it! Tuesday-Friday 8-6. Saturday 8-2 •Estates and Trusts •Auditing Services CLOSED SUNDAY & MONDAY www.chucksfootsupport.com Visit us at www.ljandorfer.com

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For pickup of large Sister Regina Therese St. Louis Besancon race on Saturday, April 16. The Evangelist Parish, 109 W. Monroe donations, contact D.Kistner@ David L. Abbott, 81, Shaughnessy, 94, race will begin and end at the St., from 6-9:30 p.m. Doors open comcast.net. Knights of Columbus Hall. The at 6 p.m. for “table-gating.”Adult St. Henry Notre Dame Church of the Edward G. Groody, 85, Immaculate cost is $20 for 5K, $15 for Fun beverages are welcome and Day of Reflection Jerry Keener, 78, Basilica of the Sacred Conception, St. Mary- Run and includes a T-shirt. All childcare will be provided if Mishawaka — A day of reflec- Most Precious Blood proceeds will benefit HASA. For needed. A team of eight players tion will be held at St. Francis Heart of-the-Woods, Indiana. information or to register contact is $80. Ten rounds of trivia will Convent (across from Marian Patricia A. Miller, 61, Sister served at Central Brother Camillus Brian Baker at 260-724-2765 or start at 7 p.m. Prizes for best High School) Wednesday, March St. Patrick Catholic in Fort Wayne. email bbaker@stjosephdecatur. table decoration and for winning 2, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. William Kirsch, CSC, 99, org. team. Businesses may sponsor The theme for the day is “The Our Lady of Holy Cross a round to have their business Corporal Works of Mercy.” Bring Parishes should submit obituaries to [email protected] Medical decision making topic of talk advertised. Contact the parish a Bible. The cost of the day is Fort Wayne — Dr. David office at 574-533-3385 to regis- $20 and includes lunch. Register Kaminskas will be present- ter or for information. Proceeds by Feb. 26, to Sister Barbara 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The day will Saturday, Feb. 20, in the gym. ing: “Spirituality and Medicine: benefit the St. John Welcoming Anne Hallman at 574-259-5427. focus on seven talks, which will Doors open at 6 p.m., game How to Follow the Teachings of Committee. take participants on a spiritual starts at 7 p.m. Group of 10 peo- journey to the cross. Lunch will ple are $100 per table or $10 per the Catholic Church in Medical Bishop Luers to host the 42nd annual be served and participants are person. Bring snacks for shar- Decision Making,” on Monday, Dinner and auction at the Hayloft Show Choir Invitational Feb. 29, at 7:15 p.m. at St. Monroeville — St. Rose of Lima asked to bring a side dish upon ing with your table, no carry-in Fort Wayne — Bishop Luers will registering for the event. Call Bob beverages, drinks available for Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Parish and School will have a host a show choir invitational the parish hall. The 45-minute dinner and auction on Saturday, Deck at 260-909-2113 to register. purchase. Reserve a table at 574- Friday, March 11, for middle There is no fee, but a freewill 520-8491 or [email protected]. talk will focus on case studies March 5, at The Hayloft, 15112 school competition at 6 p.m. and take the audience through Brunson Rd., Hoagland. Doors offering will be accepted to cover Tickets are $5 at the door. The the cost of materials. various decisions. For more infor- open at 5:30 p.m., dinner served high school competition will be St. Joseph Knights plan fish fry mation contact Carole Yaney at at 6:30 p.m. Cash bar. Tickets are Saturday, March 12, from 9 a.m. Bluffton — The Father Aloysius [email protected]. $13 in advance and $15 at the Notre Dame smoker on tap Phillips Council 7555 will have he to 7 p.m. for the day competition door. For information contact St. and heat 8 p.m. for the evening Forthe Wayne — The 20th annual a fish fry Friday, March 11, from Notre Dame Football Smoker will 4:30-7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Christ the King Jonah fish fry planned Rose School atross 260-623-3447. ord competition.ross Tickets areord $10 for ross ord South Bend — Christ the King   day show, $10 for evening show be Sunday, Feb.  28, from 12:30- Church, 1300 N. Main St. Tickets      5:30 p.m. at the St. Joseph- are $10 for adults, $6 for chil- Parish will have a Jonah fish fry St. Patrick Church plans Fish fry or $15 for both and available at J ARS ADS SBW AESOP WAS CST ROD GAFF SSE Friday, March 11, from 4-7 p.m. Arcola — St. Patrick Church, the door. Hessen Cassel Activity Center. All dren 6-12 and children 5 and E LAT E DOC ERA FR I AR ALT APR ESEyou can OLEOeat and drink, PEEL casino under free. 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PeanutTHREE butter and I Bjelly I S held in ATTthe St. Vincent END de OB Paul I WAS D I D J I MMY Hungary School, 735 W. Calvert Dine-in and drive-through carry- sandwichesPESO available MESS for chil I- AH AVENUE D I APER informationTW I N or tickets RE P call Jay at St., will have a fish fry, Friday, SOAPUP SEA SpiritualL I GER Center, RSVP 1502 E. Wallen S260-445-6054. I MON L AW S U I T out available. A macaroni and dren. Tickets are $10 for adults, Rd., on Saturday, March 5, from March 4, from 4-6:30 p.m. in the ALT GAS R I PUP ANY BTU AREAS ADAR MAG I TOE school gym. Tickets are $8 for cheese option is available for $5P for I children E HUE 5-10 and EARTH children REP A I D NOTRE FORD ACES AT E children. Proceeds will benefit 4 and under free. Seniors 60 plus Our Lady of Hungary plans Trivia night adults, $4.50 for children 6-12 SON T LC HEED MST NNE SNAKE ESouth LK Bend MESH — Our Lady HAM of and children under 6 free. Carry- Christ the King’s sister parish in $9. 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Dinner will March 4, from 6-7 p.m., bound Headquarters Spiritual Leadership, Educational Leadership, and Professional Leadership. be served from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Voted Qualifications: Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 •Candidate must be an active practicing Catholic committed to the he BEST FISH IN TOWN for children 6-12 and $30 for a he heeducational mission of the Church. FAMILY ROOM family and must be purchased by •Candidate should hold an Indiana Building Level Administrator License March 1. Choose cheese or sau- ross ord rossAVAILABLE ord ross ord      or be eligible for Emergency Licensure. erkraut perogi, vegetable, soup, AGE HALE COP B E M AOPEN S BW FOR OW N ROAR•Graduate FOBdegree(s) from RAN an accredited college or university. homemade bread and dessert. GUY OMAN CHAR ARABSBREAKFAST ALA ROE EURO H I DE OB I Cost includes a drink. 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MISHAWAKA — Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades’ annual pastoral visit to Marian High School in Mishawaka appropriately took place on Feb. 11, the feast day of Our Lady of Lourdes, the patroness of the school. He celebrated Mass and visited with the students and staff. During the visit, Principal Mark Kirzeder announced the top students for the graduating class of 2016. The three co-valedictorians were Christian Dennis from St. Monica Parish, Mishawaka, Erica Gerstbauer from St. Joseph Parish, Mishawaka, and Theresa Rice from St. Matthew Parish, South Bend. The salutatorian was Katherine Rice from St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, Elkhart. The honorees received enthusiastic applause from their classmates. Bishop Rhoades dropped in on Tom Dlugosz’ and Erin Pierce’s theology classes. The freshman and sophomore students were treated to impromptu les- sons about the early Church. After visiting several classrooms, the bishop shared lunch and casual discussion with leaders from the student council, campus ministry and other student groups. The 700 Marian students filled the auxiliary gym to celebrate this feast day Mass. Bishop Rhoades talked about the need for teens to get their self worth Photos by Kevin Haggenjos from God and not from others. Some teens, he said, Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades gifts the “Pocket Gospel and Psalms” to Marian students. Principal Mark Kirzeder, right, assists. suffer from a poor self-image and sometimes harm themselves. “We need young people to realize God’s love for them,” Bishop Rhoades said. “Their dignity and self worth are not according to what other people say or think (about them) and not according to physi- cal appearance, one’s intellectual talents or athletic skills.” He added, “Value yourselves as infinitely loved by God.” A hurtful comment from someone or a personal failure should not define you, he said. “Remember that is not who you are (because) you are a beloved child of God,” Bishop Rhoades said. Reaching into his pockets the bishop showed the students what he carries with him. In his left pocket was a rosary. From his right he produced a small book: “The Pocket Gospel and Psalms.” He keeps it with him for easy referral and reflection. Inspired by Pope Francis, who gave everyone present at a Mass in St. Peter’s Square a prayer book, the bishop person- ally gave a copy of the one he carries to each student. He encouraged the students to live life deeply and to do as Mary did, “ponder all these things in her heart. That is prayer.” “The Pocket Gospels and Psalms,” which is published by Our Sunday Visitor Bishop Rhoades visits the classroom of Tom Dlugosz. in Huntington, can help with prayer. “When we take Bishop Rhoades speaks about the pocketsize Gospel time and spend some time reflecting, it adds depth to and Psalms. He visited the school on the feast of Our our lives,” Bishop Rhoades said. Currently serving on the board of directors of Lady of Lourdes, patroness of the school. Catholic Relief Services (CRS), Bishop Rhoades relayed several stories from his recent trip to Haiti and the unthinkable poverty he witnessed. Looking forward to a jog on the beach, he instead found the shoreline strewn with garbage being scavenged by wild ani- mals. A system to manage the waste doesn’t exist there yet. He also had stories of the good that CRS does — from providing health care and education programs, to building soccer fields. CRS provides aid worldwide. One way all can assist is through its annual Operation Rice Bowl cam- paign during Lent. When putting money into the cardboard boxes, he encouraged all “to think about our brothers and sis- ters around the world who suffer such great poverty and our commitment to love, care and pray for them.” On his pastoral visit, Bishop Rhoades also met with students enrolled in the Rite of Christian Initiation for Teens at the school. They are Audrey Carr, Savannalouise Dennig, Andrea Guzman Ortez, Samantha Jones, Jacob Parker and Emily Stallman. Bishop Rhoades poses with student leaders and Principal Mark Kirzeder during his pastoral visit to Marian on Feb. 11.