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Donor Fires Up At Annual Prayer Breakfast for STEM Ed at Aurora Central BY AMANDA HUDSON pg. 3 News Editor CRYSTAL LAKE—The fi fth annual McHenry County Catholic Prayer Breakfast on Nov. 7 welcomed about 600 people to the Holiday Inn here for a talk by Father Michael Gaitley, director of evangeli- zation for the Marians of the Strategic Plan for Immaculate Conception and Schools Begins author of “33 Days to Morning With a Mission Glory” among other books. Bishop David Malloy cel- pg. 3 ebrated Mass at St. Thomas the Apostle Church before the breakfast, joined by Father Gaitley, several priests of the (Observer photos by Amanda Hudson) diocese and by Father Francis About 600 people attended the fth annual McHenry County Catholic Prayer Breakfast Nov. 7 in Crystal “Father Rocky” Hoffman from Lake. The breakfast was preceeded by a Mass at St. Thomas the Apostle Parish. Relevant Radio who provided the meal prayer at the breakfast length about St. Maximilian that followed. Kolbe, best known for his mar- The bishop spoke about the tyrdom in a Nazi concentration McHenry Youth Rally importance of a life of prayer, camp during World War II. ‘That You Do...’ beginning with But long before his martyr- Forever Family, pg. 8 his memories dom, Father Gaitley said, St. Preceeds Breakfast of Saturday Maximilian had “discovered The Observer Sweeps a powerful weapon” in the NINA Religion Awards morning Mass For Second Year as a child “in Blessed Mother’s help. pg. 16 the heat of July The future saint and his Con- BY PAT SZPEKOWSKI crowd, “What is the most im- (and) the cold ventual Franciscan brothers Observer Correspondent portant question for you?” Quick News of January and began the Militia of the Im- “Is it how are the Cubs going February ... maculata (MI) evangelization WOODSTOCK—The sec- to do next year? Or is it, how Bishop Malloy what a wonder- movement in 1917. One million ond McHenry County Catholic about my salvation? Our num- ful part of our copies of its magazine were Prayer Breakfast Youth Rally ber one goal is to get to heaven faith (as) we break the dawn on printed and distributed each held on the evening of Nov. 6 at and to bring along as many month and those efforts “were Saturday. Marian Central Catholic High people along the way with Je- transforming Poland,” Father “In the daily, small, little mo- School, here, tackled the tough sus Christ. How do we get to Gaitley said. ments, God sees every little questions of salvation. heaven? By the stairs, the esca- “Father Kolbe’s mission pre- In his opening remarks, drop of good we ever try to do,” lator or the elevator?” (CNS photo/Tyler Orsburn) pared Poland for World War Brian Kelly, vice chairman of he said. With more than 250 young “We need that constant prac- II,” he added, giving examples Catholics, Lutherans the McHenry people and adults in atten- tice of prayer ... to love Him, ul- of the suffering of that country Outline Steps to Unity County Cath- dance, the answers were pre- timately to have that pure heart and the heroism of the Poles Auxiliary Bishop Denis J. olic Prayer sented through the personal to be ready to be with Him that so inspired the future Pope B r e a k f a s t Madden of Baltimore (above) St. John Paul II. testimony of Father Michael whenever that time comes,” the board and co- holds a Catholic-Lutheran bishop added. In addition to his work in Po- Gaitley, MIC, who also was the ordinator of document titled “’Declaration In his remarks at the break- land, Father Kolbe was sent to keynote speaker at the Satur- on the Way: Church, Ministry fast itself, Bishop Malloy ex- Nagasaki, Japan, Father Gait- the youth rally, day morning prayer breakfast. and Eucharist” during a tele- panded his homily to ask those ley said. Within a month of set the stage. He is a member of the Con- phone news conference Nov. gathered to pray for and with his arrival, Father Kolbe was Brian Kelly He asked the Continued on page 11 4 in Washington. The newly young people and to provide publishing 10,000 copies of the released 120-page docu- an example of prayer in their MI magazine in Japanese, giv- ment marks the progress in families. ing his mostly-pagan audience Catholic-Lutheran relations He also listed the corporal Marian teaching. over the past 50 years and and spiritual works of mercy, When the atomic bomb ex- maps the remaining steps noting the Year of Mercy be- ploded, it did not harm the needed to achieve full unity. gins Dec. 8 in Rome and on monastery, located just outside Dec. 13 in the dioceses of the of town behind a mountain. This Issue world. The Franciscans were able to Bishop Malloy ...... 2 Pray like saints minister to the population im- mediately after the destruction. Headliners ...... 3 Father Gait- Diocesan ...... 4, 11, 15-16 “Father Kolbe led the largest ley focused his push for Marian consecration” Around the Diocese ...... 5-7 keynote talk before World War II, Father Forever Family ...... 8-9 on the mercy Gaitley said. “Right now, we’re Nation/World ...... 10 of God and in a large push for Marian con- Faith Forum ...... 12 the assistance secration here (in the U.S.) ... I (Observer photo by Dan Szpekowski) Viewpoints ...... 13 of the Blessed don’t know what she’s prepar- Father Michael Gaitley, MIC, answered questions and chatted with For the Record ...... 14 Mother. ing us for ... I hope it is a new young people before the second McHenry County Catholic Prayer Media/Arts ...... 15 Father Gaitley He spoke at Continued on page 11 Breakfast Youth Rally began. 2 FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2015 | The Observer

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Headliners Donor Fires Up for STEM Ed At Aurora Central AURORA—A ceremonial Dunham Fund, made the pre- match funds raised separately Dunham, who established the tral when its current campus check for $500,000 from the sentation and took a brief tour by the school. Dunham fund in 1996, had been was built and dedicated in 1995. Dunham Fund was presented of the school where they ob- Father Etheredge said John “very generous” to Aurora Cen- — Amanda Hudson to dignitaries and student rep- served a display of models cre- resentatives at Aurora Central ated by engineering students Catholic High School Nov. 5. and a science experiment. The grant is targeted to en- Bishop David Malloy ex- hance existing programs at Au- pressed his appreciation for the rora Central to develop a Sci- fund’s support of the school. ence, Technology, Engineering Maley and ACC’s chief admin- and Math (STEM) program. istrative officer, Father William Board members, including Etheredge, explained that the Aurora Central 1982 graduate grant consists of $100,000 plus Ryan Maley, chairman of the a $400,000 challenge grant to

Bishop David Malloy (left) speaks with Dunham Fund chairman, Ryan Maley and Father William Etheredge, ACC chief administrative officer, (Observer photos by Amanda Hudson as the Dunham Fund check rests on a table in front of ACC students. Aurora Central Catholic High School science teacher Sharon Elgar helps a student demonstrate hand-held The check was presented Nov. 5. fire during a tour for Bishop David Malloy and other guests Nov. 5. Strategic Plan for Schools Begins with a Mission By Amanda Hudson gan, superintendent of schools, cerns” about their schools for a News Editor to a group of priests, principals See “Diocese Explains Why and How It Will variety of reasons. and other lay school leaders the Develop Strategic Plan for Catholic Schools” Like Kagan, Bishop David AURORA—“This is an im- morning of Nov. 5. “For the in the Nov. 6 issue of The Observer Malloy attended both strategic portant day for the Diocese of first time in our 105-year histo- plan meetings. Rockford,” said Michael Ka- ry, we are going to be embark- was because “you asked for over the past several years. The bishop explained that “The Mission of ing on … a plan, a blueprint for it” in meetings and visits with At every meeting, he said, the process is being conducted (diocesan) schools for at least school leaders that he has had school leaders “expressed con- Continued on page 4 Catholic Schools in the next 10 years,” Kagan said. the Rockford Diocese The meeting at Aurora Cen- tral Catholic is to ensure that High School for the person of Jesus Catholic school COME SEE OUR NEW PARISH HALL! Christ is proclaimed, leaders in the Aurora, DeKalb learned, experienced and Elgin dean- Handicap and lived by students eries Nov. 5 NEW Accessible in their homes, was similar to a kickoff meeting St. Mary’s their classrooms, in Rockford the Michael DATE! Kagan their parishes, and in day before for the Freeport, McHenry, Rock- 60th annual their communities at ford and Sterling deaneries. large …” Both meetings introduced a Turkey or Ham diocesan-wide strategic plan- — Mission Statement for ning process for schools. Dinner!! Catholic Schools in the One reason for the planning Diocese of Rockford process, Kagan told the group, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2015 Same Great Food 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Bishop Malloy’s University’s Holmes Student Newly RemodeledHall Center St. Mary Church Public Schedule Bake Sale ROCKFORD — November 126 W. 5th St., Pecatonica BALTIMORE, Maryland 21, 6 p.m., The Observer’s Cash Raffl e — November 14-19, United  Turkey  Ham  Dressing  Vegetables 80th Anniversary Dinner, States Conference of  Homemade Mashed Potatoes Cliffbreaker’s Restaurant Catholic Bishops General  Cranberries  Gravy Meeting ROCKFORD — November  Homemade Pies 22, 7:30 a.m., Sunday Mass, ROCKFORD — November Cathedral of St. Peter FIRST COME — FIRST SERVED SEATING 20, 10 a.m., Diocesan Adults — $9.00 Finance Council Meeting, STERLING — November Diocesan Administrative 22, 1 p.m., Confirmation, St. Children 4-10 — $4.00 Center Mary Church Kids 3 & under — FREE DEKALB — November ROCKFORD — November Carryouts available 21, 3 p.m., Mass for the 24, 2 p.m., Presbyteral Great Lakes Catholic Men’s Council Meeting, Diocesan Conference, Northern Illinois Administration Center 4 FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2015 | The Observer

Diocesan Strategic Plan for Schools Begins with a Mission

From page 3 because history has shown that “We pursue the development of the whole Catholic schools are important. child through spiritual, academic and physical They are great tools of evan- formation; working together with parents, gelization, strengthen parishes and can be great sources of clergy and parish communities …” vocations — to the priesthood, — Mission Statement for Catholic Schools in the Diocese of religious life and sacramental Rockford marriage, the latter of which Bishop Malloy noted has taken to have very concrete expec- fit in the context of where God on new importance in today’s tations (as it) looks globally at is going.” society. Catholic schools throughout the Meitler went through an (Observer photo by Penny Wiegert) “I don’t want to call this a diocese.” overview of the upcoming pro- Diocesan school leaders gathered at St. Rita Parish in Rockford Nov. study,” he said. The bishop also addressed cess. He noted that his own 25 4 (above) and at Aurora Central Catholic High School Nov. 5 to begin “I would rather what he thought would be a years of experience have shown developing a strategic plan for all the Catholic Schools in the Rockford call this a plan question foremost in many that no one should start with Diocese. … I don’t want minds: Is this a plan to close assumptions but instead “learn (the final prod- schools? from others and figure out what uct) left on a His answer: “No. The effort is here.” Bishop Malloy shelf. (It) has here (is designed) to strengthen “This plan will build on our the system.” strengths, our faith, our tal- Components He noted that the response ent, our committed parents,” from both the Presbyteral Meitler said. Speaking of the of the Plan Council and the Diocesan Pas- around 12,888 students in the A comprehensive plan for toral Council to the idea has Rockford Diocesan schools, he schools typically has an out- been, “Oh, thank God, it’s added, “we work for them.” line like the following. Goals, about time.” The challenges, objectives strategies and recommenda- “This room is united by two and process steps all were listed tions will be made on both a things,” Bishop Malloy said, in the Nov. 6 issue of The Ob- naming faith and expertise as server. School visits will be diocesan and regional level. (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson n Statement of rationale what would come together in held from December to Febru- and value of schools. the planning process. ary, Meitler said. “The ultimate goal of the educational process n Vision for the future. Lead project In April, key findings will be n Mission and Catholic manager Alan presented and new directions is to form dynamic, responsible and service- identity. Meitler, of the will be considered. In fall of oriented adult Catholics who participate fully n Academic Excellence Meitler consult- 2016, proposed outline drafts in the sacramental life of the Church and are delivered through quality pro- ing group, be- will be shared so that additional grams. gan his talk by input and rounds of revisions empowered by their love for God and desire for n pointing to the can be conducted. Leadership and staff de- Alan Meitler eternal salvation.” velopment. Meitler group’s At the end of 2016, a final n Marketing and enrollment 44 years of assisting over 1,800 product should be ready for — Mission Statement for Catholic Schools in the Diocese of management. Catholic elementary and over approval and launch, which Rockford n Organization and struc- 265 Catholic high schools to de- Meitler said might be done over ture of schools. velop long term planning, serv- a three to five year period of forth a lot of hope” to others for ognize that Catholic schools all n School facilities and capi- ing in more than 120 dioceses, time. the future of Catholic schools in along have looked at and ad- tal needs. including with diocesan-wide “What is asked of you?” the Diocese of Rockford. dressed the challenges and pos- strategic planning. Meitler asked. He encouraged n Financial plan and fund- There are two ways of looking sibilities of their time, whether He asked those gathered to those gathered to participate, to ing model. at the process, Bishop Malloy it was in 1884 or 1950. n Governance models for “think about the story of your listen, to pray, to contribute to schools … What story do you conversations and to commu- said in his concluding remarks. “We can build on all of it,” the future. The first is simply to say, “What Bishop Malloy said as he ex- n Catholic Education Of- want (your schools to be tell- nicate their thoughts, ideas and we are doing is avoiding doing pressed his gratitude for all fice authority, role and staff- ing) five to 10 years from now?” knowledge. ing to implement the plan. and reminded them that what’s He asked also for each school nothing” as waves of change these leaders’ experience, and n Timeline and recommen- important is “not only what we leader to approach the process impact the Catholic school sys- called them to offer positive dations for launching. want (that story to be), but what with an open mind and long- tem. leadership throughout the pro- story God wants (and how we) term perspective and to “send The other approach is to rec- cess. 2016 Pilgrimages led by Franciscan Father Mario DiCicco In Conjunction with Santours (CST#2092786-40) (Observer photos by Margarita Mendoza) 40th consecutive year of Relic Mass Set A blood relic of St. John Paul II guiding pilgrims to the Holy Land. (right) rests in St. Joseph Parish in Harvard. On Oct. 22, St. John OLY AND ILGRIMAGES Paul II’s feast day, Bishop David H L P Malloy (above second from left) May 28 — June 8 blessed the altar where the relic Father Mario is. Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz, September 3 — 14 DiCicco O.F.M. who worked with the saint for 40 years and was a supporter of Fr. Mario, a Franciscan who holds a PhD in New Testament, has lived in the Holy his canonization, gave the relic Land and has been leading pilgrims to the Holy Places continuously for the past to Father Steven Clarke (above left), parochial administrator of 39 years. The Franciscans have been offi cial custodians of the Holy Places for St. Joseph Parish. On Nov. 22 at over 700 years. 5 p.m.. there will be a Mass at St. Joseph Harvard to show the For more info contact Fr. Mario at [email protected]  (312) 888-1331 FrMarioTours.weebly.com relic. The Observer | FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2015 5

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Send Us Your What’s Up Rockford Deanery Events for Mon Nov 16 Advent and the BATAVIA Called to Pray: 7 p.m.; Holy Cross, Year of Mercy 2300 Main St. Sponsor: Rockford Diocese Vocations Office. Vocations talk and holy hour with Father Keith Romke, vocations director. For anyone interested in the priesthood, consecrated life or marriage. Families welcome. Info: http://www.rockforddiocese.org/ vocations/ ST. CHARLES Parish mission: 7-8:30 p.m. (through Nov. 18); St. Patrick, 787 (CNS file photo/Lisa Johnston) Crane Road. Leader: Father Albert Families and parishes will light Haase, OFM, author and former (Photo provided) Advent wreaths Nov. 30. missionary to mainland China. Girls and dolls were all part of the Catholic Women’s Fellowship “American Girls Serve the World” event Oct. Theme: “Signed and Sealed 24 at St. Rita Parish in Rockford. Mothers and their daughters in kindergarten through fifth grade, and their Advent with the Cross.” Free. Info: Juli dolls came for tea, crafts, music and more. Ellen Wildman, winner of the American Girl Award, “Real Girl of Rasmussen, 630/338-8000; http:// This year, The Observer will www.stpatrickparish.org/ the Year 2007”, presented a message to the young ladies. be publishing its annual Advent guide in the pages of the paper. The first Advent Wed Nov 18 Sterling Deanery issue will be Nov. 27 and the Christmas issue will be Dec. Deadline for Nov. 27 What’s Up 18. (for events Nov. 30-Dec. 6) We need your parish, school and organization Advent Thu Nov 19 events, including Simbang Gabi and Posada novenas, AURORA no later than Nov. 20. Basket bingo: 5:30 p.m. din- Advent events will run on ner, 6:30 p.m. bingo; St. Peter, the Advent pages of The 915 Sard Ave. Cheesy potato Observer. casserole and sloppy joe dinner. Raffles. Cost: $20 adults over 18; raffle tickets-$1 each or $5 for six. Info: Denise Hansford, 630/896- 6816; www.stpeteraurorail.org, [email protected]

Fri Nov 20 (Photo provided) First-graders at St. Anne School in Dixon attend a check presentation. The students earned $208 by selling ROCKFORD wrist bracelets at school. Those who bought the bracelets could wear them to show support of cancer vic- Marriage Encounter: through tims. Sue Hageman (back left) of the KSB Cancer Center; Sister Marcianne Bzdon, SSND, St. Anne principal; Nov. 22. Weekend couples’ and Karen Overcash, first-grade teacher also took part in the presentation. The money will help to buy gas retreat. Info: alifetimeoflove.org or cards and to meet other needs of cancer patients. 888/574-5653 Sat Nov 21 (CNS file photo/Paul Haring) Pope Francis will open the Holy DEKALB Door in Rome Dec. 8. Great Lakes Men’s Conference: LONG HISTORY, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Northern Illinois Year of Mercy University Holmes Student Center, The Jubilee Year of Mercy, corner of Lucinda and Normal. declared by Pope Francis, will Cost: $40 adults in advance; $45 begin in Rome on Dec. 8 with adults at door; $15 students; $5 the opening of the Holy Door deacons; free priests. Info: your BRIGHT FUTURE. at St. Peter’s Basilica in the parish or http://thetalk.org/ Vatican. DIXON In the Rockford Diocese, Dinner and drawing: 5-7:30 p.m.; A century is only the beginning. Bishop David Malloy will Dixon Knights of Columbus Council open the Holy Door at the 690 Hall, 506 W. Third St. Mexican You can learn a lot about us by looking at our history—and our plans for the future. Cathedral of St. Peter on Dec. taco, enchilada and burrito with Over the last hundred years, we’ve helped people, businesses, and our communities 13 at 11 a.m. Mass. rice, beans and dessert. Preorder enchiladas and burritos by the succeed… with fi nancial products and expertise, truly personalized customer Send Year of Mercy events dozen. Bonanza drawing, 8 p.m. service, and strong support for area organizations and causes. at least two weeks before Cost: $5 per dinner; $13 per dozen registration for events closes. for enchiladas or burritos. Info: For events that need no Chico Contreras for pre-orders, The economy is moving forward again, and our team is focused on helping our advance registration, please 815/288-2191. customers and communities do the same. send information at least 10 days before publication MCHENRY of an issue of The HALO bake sale: 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m. (also 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Observer. The future looks bright. Let’s go together. Nov. 22); Church of Holy Apostles, Year of Mercy events at 5211 W. Bull Valley Road. Spon- will be denoted by the sor: Holy Apostles Ladies Organi- official logo (left). zation. Proceeds for parish. Baked To send information goods, sweet treats, hand-crafted items, specialty cookies and raffle To submit online (which baskets. Info: 815/385-5673 815-398-6500 we recommend), use our www.bankalpine.com web form at http://observer. rockforddiocese.org/contact- Sun Nov 22 us. Mail information to The WOODSTOCK MEMBER FDIC Open house: 1-3 p.m.; Mar- Observer, PO Box 7044, ian Central Catholic High School, Helping people, businesses and our communities succeed since 1908. Rockford, IL 61125. 1001 McHenry Ave. 6 FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2015 | The Observer

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Aurora Deanery Going on Now Batavia Parishioners AURORA Make Pilgrimage Citrus sale: Order by Nov. 16 to receive citrus or pecans by Nov. 22 About 80 members of Holy at St. Peter, 925 Sard Ave. Cost: Cross Parish in Batavia went on $22.50 naval oranges; $20.50 pink a pilgrimage to St. John Cantius grapefruit; $15 Elliott pecans. Info: 630/892-7544, 630/896-6816 or Parish in Chicago on Oct. 12. www.stpetercitrus.org Their trip included veneration DIXON of the relics of St. Maria Goretti; Thanksgiving helpers: Volunteers Mass celebrated by Father and cash donations are needed James Parker, Holy Cross pastor; for the annual free Thanksgiving lunch at Salarnos Pizza; and a dinner sponsored by Dixon Knights of Columbus Council 690. It will be visit to Millenium Park. It was 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Nov. 26. Info: a day of blessings and grace 815/994-1368; 815/288-4775 or being poured out through the leave a message at 815/288-1821 intercession of such a young WOODSTOCK saint. ”I pray I can be as holy as Visit day sign-up: Parents may enroll eighth graders interested St. Maria was at the young age in learning about Marian Central of 13!” said Christopher Haviland, Catholic High School for the Nov. fifth-grader at Holy Cross School. 21 visit day. Info: Laurie DiSilvio, (Photo provided) 815/338-4220, ext. 107 Elgin Deanery Save the Date

Nov 27-29 WEST DUNDEE Fair Trade sale: noon-6 p.m. Nov. 27, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Nov. 28, 8 a.m.- The Guy 1 p.m. Nov. 29; St. Catherine of Siena, 845 W. Main St. Sponsor: In the Hat Social Justice Ministry. Christmas decor, chocolate Advent calendars, religious articles, handmade Sure Looks baskets, children’s toys and musical instruments, chocolates and jewelry Familiar from more than 20 countries. Info: Debbie Schmalen, 847/426-7326 Nov. 29 ROCKFORD Advent lecture: 1-2:30 p.m. (first of three); Cathedral of St. Peter, 1243 N. Church St. Sponsor: Rockford Deanery Council of Catholic Women and Bible Fellowship for Men. Speaker: John McGrath. Topic: Messianic Prophecies in the Old Testament. Bring a Bible. Cost: $10 (Photo provided) for series; $5 for one lecture. Info: The one and only Brian Urlacher visited St. Edward Central Catholic High School in Elgin Oct. 23 to meet with the football team and cheerleaders 815/653-1178 and to see the newly-restored field for himself. Scotts Lawn Care donated the materials and labor to the school, after a weed-killer mix-up earlier in the year wiped out the athletic field. Dec 1 DIXON Blood drive: 12:30-5:30 p.m.; Dixon Knights of Columbus Council 690 Hall, 506 W. Third St. Veteran and new donors welcome. Sponsors: St. Patrick Women’s Club and KC Council 690. Appointments preferred; walk-ins welcome. Info: Carol Jones, 815/284-6732; Don Trent, 815/288-6265 Dec 4 (Photo provided) SOUTH BELOIT On Oct. 24, the girls crosscountry team at St. Edward Central Catholic Wine tasting: 6-9 p.m.; St. Peter High School in Elgin qualified for sectionals with a third place finish at Didier Hall, 301 Oak Grove Ave. Sponsor: St. Vincent de Paul the Aurora Christian Regional at Oakhurst Forest Preserve. Megan Kre- Society. Wine, hor d’oeuvres, silent mer was the regional champion, covering the 3-mile course in 19:11. auction. Proceeds for Food Pantry, “A Table for You” meal center and Pleased emergency assistance. Cost: $15 per person. Info: Carolyn Matson, to Meet 608/361-1783, cissie54@charter. You net; [email protected] At the October Dec 5 AURORA Steward of Entrance exam: 9 a.m.; Marmion the Month Academy, 1000 Butterfield Road. ceremony Scholarship qualifying exam for at St. Mary eighth-grade applicants. Pre- School in Elgin, registration required. Info: Marmion. preschooler org/admissions Addison Bayer CRYSTAL LAKE was among Food truck: 10 a.m.; St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 451 W. Terra those honored Cotta Ave. Northern Illinois Food for showing Truck distribution until noon or the virtue food is gone. Volunteers: please of respect. arrive at 9:45 a.m. Info: JoEllen “Pope Francis” Gregus,815/455-5400, jgregus@ stthomascl.church; http://www. acknowledged saintthomascatholicchurch.org/ her efforts. (Photo provided) mobile-food-truck.html The Observer | FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2015 7

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Dec 6 ROCKFORD Advent lecture: 1-2:30 p.m. (second of three); Cathedral of St. Peter, 1243 Harvest Fun N. Church St. Sponsor: Rockford Deanery Council of Catholic Women For Geneva and Bible Fellowship for Men. Students Speaker: John McGrath. Topic: Messianic Expectations at the Time The St. Peter School of Jesus. Bring a Bible. Cost: $10 kindergarten class for series; $5 for one lecture. Info: from Geneva took 815/653-1178 advantage of one Dec 8 of the last warm fall ROCKFORD pumpkin picking Adoption meeting: 3:30-5 p.m.; days to take a field Children’s Home and Aid, 910 trip to Norton’s Second Ave. Info: 815/962-1043 Hollow in St. Charles. The farm Dec 13 experience taught ROCKFORD them all about Advent lecture: 1-2:30 p.m. (last of three); Cathedral of St. Peter, 1243 different kinds of (Photo provided) N. Church St. Sponsor: Rockford produce and let Deanery Council of Catholic Women them feed many of and Bible Fellowship for Men. the farm animals. Speaker: John McGrath. Topic: Jesus as Messianic Fulfillment. Bring a Bible. Cost: $5. Info: 815/653-1178 McHenry Deanery Dec 17 In October, Students ROCKFORD Foster care meeting: 3:30-5 p.m.; Remember Lives Children’s Home and Aid, 910 Second Ave. Info: 815/962-1043 Lost to Abortion Dec 21 Religious education students of CRYSTAL LAKE Christ the King Parish in Wonder Called to Pray: 7 p.m.; St. Thomas the Apostle, 451 W. Terra Cotta Lake educate the public by Ave. Sponsor: Rockford Diocese putting up crosses in memory Vocations Office. Vocations talk of those lost to abortion during and holy hour with Father Keith Respect Life month in October. Romke, vocations director. For (Photo provided) anyone interested in the priesthood, consecrated life or marriage. Families welcome. Info: www. rockforddiocese.org/vocations/ Make a Gift Elsewhere That Lasts a Lifetime Nov 7 SINSINAWA, WISCONSIN and Helps 800th jubilee: 4:30 p.m.; Sinsinawa Mound, County Road Z, off the Church Wisconsin Rte. 11. Opening ritual and vesper service to begin the celebration of the 800th jubilee year of the Dominican Order of ATHOLIC XTENSION Preachers. Reception after. Info: C E Sister Priscilla Wood, OP, 608/748- 4411; www.sinsinawa.org It’s Bunco Time at Johnsburg Charitable Gift Nov 13-14 A sellout crowd of 360 came to play bunco for prizes and refresh- DUBUQUE, IOWA ments at St. John the Baptist Parish in Johnsburg, Oct. 23. The event Vocations weekend: 5 p.m. Nov. raised $18,278 for restoration of St. John’s rectory, built in the 1800s. 13-6 p.m. Nov. 14; various convents. Annuity For women interested in religious life. Free. Info: Sister Kathy Carr, BVM, [email protected], 563/588-2351 With a Catholic Extension Here’s how it works: Dec 6 Charitable Gift Annuity, You make a gift and in return you FRANKFURT will receive: House walk: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; you can secure the future Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred • Fixed-rate annuity payments Heart, 9201 W. St. Francis Road. for yourself and your for life, for one or two people Marking the 150th anniversary of loved ones, and give a – between 4%–9%, based on age the order’s founding in Germany. • Immediate and future Walk begins after 9 a.m. Mass. lasting gift to the Church. tax benefi ts Meet today’s sisters who are part Players vied for prizes and re- of an order that has served in the freshments while trying to win • A payment schedule tailored Rockford Diocese for 125 years. 56 raffle baskets, valued at Catholic Extension builds to meet your needs Info: www.fssh.net and strengthens the Catholic more than $6,000. Dozens of • Knowing your gift will help community sponsors, donors faith in poor communities Catholics in need Photo Tips and St. John’s ministries donat- across America. Submitted photos must be ed merchandise for the raffle. The minimum age is 55 in focus or we will not be able More than a dozen male volun- to use them. Identify people in teers, including Jacob Freeman photos from left to right using (above) worked the event. Patti first and last names. Hoeh (right) kept an eye on the Printed images must Halloween treats. She and her be on photographic paper husband Ted Hoeh and the St. For a personalized proposal contact: Betty Assell at 800- 842-7804 and not be folded, taped or John’s office staff chaired the www.catholicextension.org/annuities stapled. event. (Photos provided) 8 FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2015 | The Observer FOREVER FAMILY ‘That You Do ...’ Malta Family Grows through Foster Care, Adoption BY LYNNE CONNER to “fi ll the gap” between Jessica and a confi rmation name to honor her Sharing the Catholic faith within Observer Correspondent Anthony led the Moore family to grow beautiful voice. the Moore family includes attending once again. “Ilene was Ilene Marie and she added Mass, having the children receive the he ‘Moore’ “Three biological sisters were looking Ann. Now, her name is Ilene Ann sacraments of initiation, attending the for a home in our school district and … Marie,” Tina explains. reconciliation services and daily prayer. merrier” is I called Ron at work and asked him if Daughter Jessica Lee Rose’s name Tina credits Ron for leading the certainly we could give it a try for the weekend. honors Tina’s mother, Leona; Ron’s family in their daily prayers and a fi tting … They came for the weekend and it mother, Rose; and Jessica’s biological “ motto for keeping the family’s focus on God. was like a big ole slumber party,” Tina grandmother, Lee. All eight children do have contact one Malta couple who, through prayer says. There have been bumps along the and perseverance,T have opened their “Lo and behold, these beautiful girls road of the Moores’ adoption journey. with their birth families but they have home and hearts to eight children. came to live with us.” In adding children to the family, Ron seen the grace of God many times as a Ron and Tina Moore began their The three sisters, Ilene, Aly and Rosie recalls, “Some of the kids were OK with part of the Moore family. journey into the adoption process were adopted into the Moore family in it and for others it was an adjustment.” “Now that I’m a little older, I can shortly after marrying 17 years ago at 2009. Adding the three sisters to the existing understand the situation a little better,” St. Mary Parish in DeKalb. The Moore’s Catholic faith has played unit of fi ve children may not have been says Ilene. “I am very happy that my After a miscarriage and several a big part in their journey through ideal for the boys in the family. two sisters and I were all adopted into subsequent attempts to conceive, the parenthood. “For the most part, I think they act the same family and that we have our Moores decided to take foster parent Though Ron and Tina didn’t name like siblings, they fi ght like siblings and faith to help us in life.” training through Catholic Charities and their children at birth, they have chosen within the group there may be some Through the ups and downs of life, applied through several social service names with each child to refl ect the stronger alliances between the children Ron and Tina rely on prayer, faith and agencies. This allowed the couple to family’s devotion to the saints. who are blood relatives,” Tina says. the love of their family. They also want “fast-track” their journey to parenthood. The children’s exposure to the “We had a relic of St. Gerard in our their children to know the importance of After fostering a hearing-impaired home that had been given to us after Catholic faith had existed in some way serving others, which calls to mind the teen, the Moores received a newborn the miscarriage; so Anthony’s name before they became a part of the Moore boy, Anthony in May of 2001. is actually Anthony Michael Gerard. family. words of a familiar Catholic song. Six-year-old Jessica came to We have incorporated the faith in our “Faith is one area that the birth “Whenever the decision to adopt the family in 2002 with a unique children’s names in changing or adding parents have a say in. None of their another child came up, we would see circumstance. a saint’s name to their names,” Tina parents said that we couldn’t practice this chance as a way to put some action “She had a couple of brothers,” says. Catholicism and a lot of the children had behind the words, ‘Whatsoever you do Tina says, “but they were placed in a “Alejandra (Aly) became Alejandra a connection to Catholicism within their to the least of my brothers that you do different foster home. As time went on, Isabella Cecilia, taking Cecilia as birth families,” Tina says. unto me,’ ” Tina says. Jessica’s two brothers joined our family. “Daniel was 10 months old when he came to live with us and Keegan was 43 days old when he came to live with us,” she adds. Daughter Elaina joined the family in 2004. She was born to a teen mother who was in foster care herself and knew that she couldn’t care for a baby. By 2006, the Moores had legally adopted Anthony, Jessica, Daniel, Keegan and Elaina. “At one point, we had fi ve children ages 10, 4, 3, 2 and 1,” Tina says, “so there was a lot of baby action going on in our house.” (Observer photo by Lynne Conner) A desire Members of the Moore family from Malta are (standing, from left) Jessica, Ron, Keegan, Tina, Anthony, Daniel, (seated) Rosie, Elaina, Aly and Ilene The Observer | FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2015 9

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Prayer for Bringing a Child Ministry Mixes Into the Home Good Lord, You have tenderly loved us, Marriage and Mystery and given us this home and good friends. May we make a true home for this child where (he/she) will learn trust in us and in you. May (his/her) brothers and sisters rejoice in their own growing up as they help to care for this child. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. — from “Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers,” USCCB Service Idea It’s always time to make con- tributions to parish and commu- nity food pantries. Maybe this year your family can supply a whole meal by providing canned and boxed foods along with a gift certifi cate for a turkey or ham from a local grocer. Don’t forget the extras, like cocoa mix, marshmallows, desserts, and (Photos provided) holiday napkins. The cast takes the stage for “Murder at Deadwood Saloon” Oct. 17 in McHenry. (CNS le photo/ Rick Musacchio, Tennessee Register) Church of Holy Apostles Hosts Night for Couples MCHENRY—Church of Holy Apos- Let us think of how many families we know who fi ght, who do not greet tles’ Marriage Ministry presented each other, who hate each other because of an inheritance. ... The love of a “Murder at Deadwood Saloon,” a mys- family, the love of children, of brothers and sisters, of parents is not the most tery in the wild west town of Dead- wood, Oct. 17. important; no, it is money. And this destroys. ... Let us ask the Lord for the The audience shared appetizers and grace of being free from this idolatry, the attachment to riches; the grace of beverages as they watched and partici- pated in the who-done-it performance. looking at Him, so rich in His love and so rich in His generosity, in His mercy; Actors and actresses fi lled the stage and for the grace of helping others through the practice of almsgiving as the plot unfolded during a poker — Pope Francis tournament in the Deadwood saloon. Audience members — who were en- couraged to come in costume — had a chance to take part in solving the mys- ‘ tery. For information about future Mar- Don Gattone poses for a picture with a “Want- riage Ministry events, contact the par- ed” sign. ish at 815/385-5673. ’

(Photo provided) Quilt Show Makes Fun Family Trip Sinsinawa Art Gallery presents “From Our Hands ... to Your Hearts,” the 25th annual quilt exhibit through Nov. 29. The show features quilts having a connection to either a Sinsinawa Dominican Sister or a Mound sta person. Each year’s exhibit features quilts not previously displayed. Betsy Maloney of Burr Ridge, entered her quilt (above), “Tillie in the Secret Garden,” in the show. The art gallery is open 10 a.m.–5 p.m. daily at Sinsinawa Mound, the Motherhouse for the Sinsinawa Dominican Sisters, on County Road Z, o Tom Jablonski (left), Rhonda Jablonski and Lauren Kinnare discussed the latest events in Highway 11, about ve miles northeast of Dubuque in Sinsinawa, Wisconsin. Deadwood during the play. Info: Michelle Till at 608/748-4411 or www.sinsinawa.org 10 FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2015 | The Observer

Nation / World News in Brief Pope Says Leaked Documents Catholic officials say court ruling paves way to legalize marijuana MEXICO CITY (CNS)—Catholic officials have condemned a Mex- Won’t Stop Financial Reform ican Supreme Court ruling on recreational marijuana use, which VATICAN CITY (CNS)— and Emiliano Fittipaldi’s book, potentially puts the country on Leaked and published infor- “Avarizia” (“Greed”), cite the path to legalization. The mation about Vatican financial documents written for or by a court’s first bench voted 4-1 Nov. problems and irregularities commission Pope Francis es- 4 in favor of an injunction that were already known and are tablished to study the financial allows four individuals to grow the reason “measures have al- activity of Vatican offices and and consume marijuana for rec- ready been taken that have be- make recommendations for re- reational purposes. Though the gun to bear fruit,” Pope Francis forms and improvements. Both ruling only applies to four peo- (CNS photo/Yara Nardi, Reuters) said. books focus on the irregulari- ple, proponents of legalization Gianluigi Nuzzi after a Nov. 4 news At his first public appearance ties uncovered. says they plan to pursue similar conference for his book: “Mer- (CNS photo/Mario Guzman, EPA) since the release Nov. 5 of two The Vatican announced Nov. injunctions — which would al- chants in the Temple: Inside Pope A man smokes pot during a dem- books based on the leaked doc- 2 the arrests of two members low them to make marijuana le- Francis’ Secret Battle Against Cor- onstration in front of the Supreme uments, Pope Francis assured of the former Pontifical Com- gal for all Mexicans. The trend is ruption in the Vatican.” Court in Mexico City Oct. 28. Catholics that the leaks “cer- mission for Reference on the causing concern for the Catholic tainly will not divert me from Organization of the Economic- Church, and Pope Francis has rebuked the decriminalization of suming such attitudes exists,” the reform work that I and my Administrative Structure of the drugs as dangerous and doing little to stop addictions, while not the pope told the crowd. “For collaborators are carrying out Holy See. The monsignor and addressing underlying issues or propose solutions like education example, when one separates with the support of all of you.” the laywoman are suspected and accompaniment. prayer from justice, because After reciting the Angelus of releasing confidential docu- you cannot worship God and prayer Nov. 8 with visitors in ments, which is a crime under harm the poor.” Despite violence, pope says he St. Peter’s Square, the pope told Vatican law. The poor widow in the Gos- hopes to visit Central African Republic the crowds he knew that some In his main Angelus address, pel could have given one coin VATICAN CITY (CNS)—Despite ongoing violence in the Central people were “disturbed by the Pope Francis focused on the to the temple and kept one for African Republic, Pope Francis said he hopes to be able to visit news circulated in recent days day’s Gospel reading, the story herself, the pope said. “But she the country in late November and to anticipate the Year of Mercy about private documents of the of the widow who gave all she did not want to give only half to by opening the Holy Door of the cathedral in Bangui, the nation’s Holy See that were taken and had — two small coins — to God,” whom she loved with her capital. “The painful episodes that have aggravated the delicate published.” charity. whole heart. situation in the Central African Republic in recent days have given “Stealing documents is a The scribes, the pope said, When Christians see some- rise to deep concern,” the pope said Nov. 1 after reciting the An- crime,” the pope said. “It is a show signs of pride, greed and one in need, he said, they are gelus prayer with visitors in St. Peter’s Square. The country has deplorable act that does not hypocrisy. “Under such solemn called to deprive themselves in been the scene of fighting since a coup in March 2013. Although help.” appearances, they hide falsity order to help, whether in terms religious leaders insist the conflict is political and ethnic, the fight- Gianluigi Nuzzi’s book, and injustice.” of money, material goods or ing has divided the country on religious lines as well, despite joint “Merchants in the Temple,” “Today, too, the risk of as- time and attention. efforts by Christian and Muslim leaders to work together for peace. The latest wave of violence began in September. Philippines Bishops Discourage Ivory Each pilgrimage In Churches is your Workers gather elephant once-in-a-life time tusks seized from illegal adventure ... shipments at the Protected Areas and Wildlife Bureau- Department of Environment Divine Mercy w/Fr. Luke and Natural Resources in Poland-Prague-Vienna Manila, Philippines, in 2013. The Divine Mercy Feast Day Mass with Philippine bishops’ conference has urged church leaders His Eminence, Cardinal Dzwisz to keep new ivory out of churches around the country. March 29 - April 8, 2016 (CNS photo/Dennis M. Sabangan, EPA) $2939 Land & Air from Chicago Shrines of France — April 14-22, 2016 Supreme Court to Hear Obamacare Appeals WASHINGTON (CNS)— entities’ freedom of religion likely to share their employers’ Lourdes & Rome The U.S. Supreme Court jus- was not burdened by having religious beliefs, the govern- June 9-17, 2016 — Sept. 29-Oct. 7,2016 tices said Nov. 6 they will to comply with the mandate ment argued, while faith-based hear seven pending appeals as they have argued, because universities, charities and other in lawsuits brought by several the federal government has in organizations have more em- Canonization of Catholic and other faith-based place an accommodation for a ployees who do not share the entities against the Obama ad- third party to provide the con- beliefs of their employers and Mother Teresa ministration’s contraceptive tested coverage. so the mandate should be en- mandate. But the religious groups ob- forced for those employers. Rome — Sept. 2-9, 2016 The court will hear appeals ject to that notification, saying In an afternoon telephone from groups in Colorado, they still would be complicit news conference Nov. 6, a Maryland, New Mexico, Okla- in supporting practices they spokesman for the Becket Rome/Assisi/Amalfi Coast homa, Pennsylvania, Texas and oppose. While their appeals Fund, whose lawyers repre- Sept. 19–28, 2016 the District of Columbia. worked their way to the high sent the Little Sisters of the Among the plaintiffs are the court, the government has not Poor, said the Obama admin- Price includes all air taxes & fuel surcharges Little Sisters of the Poor, the been able to force the groups istration had “strenuously ar- Archdiocese of Washington, to comply with the mandate or gued” that the high court not We accept all major credit cards the Pittsburgh and Erie dioces- face daily fines for noncompli- take the Little Sisters of the FOR BROCHURES & INFORMATION es, Priests for Life, Southern ance. Poor case. Nazarene University and Texas In its petition to the court, The government “argued Baptist University. written by U.S. Solicitor Gen- hard and the court granted it Best Catholic Pilgrimages In all the cases to be ar- eral Donald B. Verilli Jr., the anyway,” said Mark Rienzi, gued before the high court government said that houses Becket’s senior counsel. “So 1-800-908-BEST (2378) in March, appellate courts in of worship are different than the government will have to E-Mail: [email protected] various jurisdictions sided with church organizations. Church- explain why they fought hard www.gobestcatholic.com the Obama administration. es themselves should be exempt to make the Little Sisters cover The rulings said the religious because their employees are contraceptives.” The Observer | FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2015 11

Diocesan Mercy and Mary Featured At Annual Prayer Breakfast From page 1 springtime of faith.” “Mary is the quickest, Admitting that, in his young- easiest, surest and er years as a priest, he “had most perfect way to seen Mary as a bit of a nag,” Father Gaitley shared how, in become a saint.” 2011, his 10-day process of — Father Michael Gaitley, MIC writing “33 Days to Morning Glory” led him to a “healed cy. The point of making such a image of Mary,” and a realiza- spiritual act, he said, is “so we tion that “her love for us never can be spiritual instruments” of changes.” God’s great mercy. St. Louis de Montfort’s book, That fi ts well with the vi- “True Devotion to Mary,” was sion of the McHenry County the basis for “33 Days.” Catholic Evangelization Mis- Quoting that saintly author, Father Gaitley said that “Mary sion, listed in the program as: is the quickest, easiest, surest “to build a stronger, spiritual and most perfect way to be- Catholic community through come a saint.” He encouraged living our faith.” his audience to prepare and Info: Brian Kelly of the McHenry (Observer photo by Amanda Hudson) make a consecration to Mary County Catholic Prayer Breakfast Bishop David Malloy was joined by several priests in celebrating the fi fth annual McHenry County Catholic for the upcoming Year of Mer- at [email protected] Prayer Breakfast Mass Nov. 7 at St. Thomas the Apostle Parish in Crystal Lake. McHenry Youth Rally Preceeds Breakfast For Second Year From page 1 he said. “She took my brother with my vocation ... but in my the fi rst two pages tonight, and gregation of Marian Fathers Joe and I to church and it set us heart Jesus said to me, ‘My you’ll be all caught up to con- of the Immaculate Conception on fi re, too.” grace is enough for you.’ ” tinue tomorrow.” and director of the Association Father Gaitley said one of Father Gaitley’s 15 year jour- The rally concluded with a of Marian Helpers. the priests at the church helped ney to the priesthood began. video presentation of “I am Father Gaitley challenged all him to be confi rmed. In this journey, Father Gait- Catholic” and a request to sign present to commit themselves “He gave me books on the ley discovered the “super up and attend the March for to total consecration to Jesus saints and all of a sudden my grace” of the Chaplet of the Life Chicago on Jan. 17, 2016. through Mary and the power of faith seemed real, true and Divine Mercy message and de- Everyone received a copy of the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. beautiful. Then he advised votion, based on the writings of Father Gaitley’s “33 Days to “Tonight we will show you me to attend Franciscan Uni- St. Faustina Kowalska, who re- Morning Glory” and a Chap- the one button to help us to get versity in Steubenville, Ohio, ceived extraordinary messages let of the Divine Mercy prayer to heaven by choosing the ele- to strengthen my faith. I still from Jesus. card. Many stood in line to vator for spiritual life,” he said. wanted to go to UCLA.” “The heart of the Gospel is meet him and have their copy He shared his own experi- Father Gaitley pondered the mercy which equals love,” Fa- signed. ences and the secret weap- challenge and prayed to St. ther Gaitley added. Before the rally, Nate Frank ons of consecration to Jesus Therese the Little Flower for Father Gaitley shared the af- of McHenry, a sophomore at through Mary and the power of nine days. fect of the Chaplet of Divine Marian Central Catholic High the Divine Mercy prayer. “I asked her to give me a sign Mercy on his own family. School, said his mother listens “St. John Paul said that we with roses. If I get a red rose, When his father was ill with to Father Gaitley on the radio are living in a time of great it’s UCLA. If I get a yellow cancer, he prayed the chaplet all and he was attending with his evil, an unprecedented evil of rose, which isn’t easy to fi nd, day one Divine Mercy Sunday, friends to get the experience. great darkness,” said Father I’ll go to Steubenville. the second Sunday after Easter. “He sounded pretty good,” Gaitley. “Without going into detail,” “Then my mother called me Frank said. “He also said that during this he said, “I received a shower of (Observer photo by Dan Szpekowski) to say that my father went to Cindy Govekar attended with The Divine Mercy image is vis- time God will give us more yellow roses!” confession and that his cancer her husband Gary and daughter ible on stage as Father Michael was gone,” he said. “He would Elizabeth Nusser, one of their graces. I believe there is total He held to his bargain and Gaitley, MIC, speaks at the second 10 children. envy up in heaven as the saints went to Franciscan University, McHenry County Catholic Prayer sit by the photo of the Divine “Father Gaitley’s story is im- are looking down on us during but was depressed. Breakfast Youth Rally on Nov. 6 Mercy in church and said he these times,” he said. “People were praying the could feel the rays of the Di- portant for the young to hear,” Growing up in Orange Coun- rosary all of the time. I’d ask While at Franciscan Univer- vine Mercy healing his cancer.” she said. “He is approachable ty, California, Father Gaitley myself what planet they were sity, Father Gaitley recalled his At the end of his presenta- and his strong devotion to the had ambitions to become a from, but they all looked hap- struggles with being called to tion, Father Gaitley asked the Divine Mercy is powerful,” professional beach volleyball py,” he said. the priesthood. crowd if anyone had already said Cindy. “As I tell my chil- player, party and attend UCLA. He then encountered a huge “I had a roommate who was done the consecration. dren, prayer is the original “My family was Catholic, but turning point in his life. A an ex-Marine. We went into “I was astounded to see so wireless communication.” nobody went to church,” Father friend gave him the book “True monk mode and called our- many young people raise their As for Blanche? She received Gaitley said. Devotion to Mary — a 33 day selves Mary’s Marines.” hands,” he said afterwards. her own call to vocation and “One day my mother went to total consecration to Jesus Further complications arose Father Gaitley urged every- became a nun in France. She Mass in the inner city of Los through Mary” by St. Louis de when, at the university, he met one to begin their consecration. is now Sister Bernadette and Angeles. The parish and the Montfort. a young French woman named “Start tonight,” he said. It’s a devotes her life in prayer for priests were a real diamond “I did the 33 days before Dec. Blanche. page of prayer per day and you priests, vocations and, in par- in the rough and my mother 8, the feast of the Immaculate “We were in love,” he said. “I will be fi nished on Dec. 8. I ticular, for Father Michael caught on fi re with the faith,” Conception,” he said. distracted myself and wrestled know we’re ‘cheating,’ but read Gaitley. 12 FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2015 | The Observer

Faith Forum Thou Shalt Not Kill Here in the Midwest, nearly everyone has a Ethically Speaking and Eve are told friend, relative or acquaintance who enjoys going “Have dominion over hunting each fall. Not surprisingly, many people by Father Kenneth the fish of the sea, wonder what the Church teaches about this activity, Wasilewski the birds of the air, especially since the Fifth Commandment is Diocesan Ethicist and all living things typically translated as “You shall not kill.” Since … ,” to Acts 10:13 hunting sometimes involves killing animals, isn’t when the voice from it therefore a breaking of that Commandment? [email protected] heaven says: “’Get Despite it being a common question, we must first up, Peter. Slaughter understand what that Commandment is, and is not, and eat.’” speaking of. Even when it comes to Jesus Himself, Scripture Commandments one through three are focused tells us that a “pair of turtledoves or two young on our relationship with God, while four through pigeons” would have been sacrificed (Luke 2:24)

10 are focused on our relationship with others. when He was presented in the Temple and that His © 2015 Diocese of Fort Worth Therefore, the Fifth Commandment does not address participation in the annual Passover meal meant our relationship with animals per se, but must be eating roasted lamb. That killing animals can understood as referencing our relationship with other be morally licit is clear in the Church’s teaching “Learn a lesson from the fig tree.” people. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 2417). Therefore, To emphasize this sometimes it is even translated: an activity like hunting poses no moral problem in — Mark 13:28 “You shall not murder” since murder is “the and of itself. intentional taking of an innocent human life by That being said, the Catechism also reminds us another human.” But the difficulty with translating it that regardless of the moral legitimacy of taking Word to Life: Nov. 15, this way is that more than just the act of murder itself an animal’s life one must still do so in a respectful is prohibited by the Commandment. manner since they are God’s creatures (CCC, 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time I can “kill” someone with the words I choose to 2418). One must take care to avoid wastefulness, use, or by causing them harm which stops short of undo cruelty or intentionally causing unnecessary ending their life, both of which would be understood suffering. Watch for Signs of as violating the Commandment. Hence the reason If we apply these basic guidelines to hunting, why the more general term “kill” is often used. we see that it can be perfectly consistent with the Christians throughout the centuries, like the Church’s teaching so long as it is carried out in a God in Everyday Life original recipients of the Commandments, have responsible manner. In practice this would mean that understood the distinctions between different kinds a hunter makes every reasonable effort to kill game By Jeff Hedglen of killing and have understood that not all types of animals humanely, to ensure they are not wasted killing are prohibited by the Commandment. There and to otherwise treat the animals being pursued Catholic News Service are at least three types we can distinguish: of the respectfully, recognizing that they are beautiful gifts It is a 30-year tradition for my parish youth innocent (murder), of those who pose a threat (such as from God given for our benefit and entrusted to our in war or self-defense), and the killing of animals for stewardship — at times even providing for our needs. group’s annual weekend canoe trip: Before we leave sacrifice, food or clothing (slaughter or harvesting). Understood this way, hunting may even help one the parking lot, I ask the group to keep their eyes The Commandment itself focuses on the first kind. come to a greater appreciation of the beauty of the open for signs of God throughout the trip. Understanding the Fifth Commandment as not whole of God’s creation, the incredible responsibility Then, on the second night of the trip, sitting referring to the killing of animals not only underscores mankind has in it, as well as gratitude for it. In fact, it around the campfire after the melted marshmallow the unique dignity that human life possesses but is might even grant an insight into the Paschal mystery and chocolate have finally been licked off all our consistent with the basic ethic we see throughout the itself — that it is only through a death that we are s’more-stained hands, we tell the stories of how and whole of Scripture — from Genesis 1:28 where Adam given the gift of life. where we saw God. Basking in the glow of the fire under a star-filled night, the wonder of the presence of God among us comes alive. We have found God in the turtles sunning themselves on branches or in the way someone helped others who seemed to spend more time in the river than in their canoe. Sometimes the sign of God has been just in getting away from the busyness of daily life and listening to the crickets sing us to sleep. That night always has been one of my favorite nights of the year, and it exemplifies perfectly the gift of wonder and awe in the presence of God. The idea of a sign from God usually comes to us in two ways. Either something happens that causes us to feel a need for a sign from God, or something we see or experience confirms for us the presence of God in our lives. In this week’s Gospel, Jesus addresses these two aspects of God’s self-revelation when he says, “Learn a lesson from the fig tree. When its branch becomes tender and sprouts leaves, you know that summer is near. In the same way, when you see these things happening, know that He is near, at the CNS file photo/Nancy Wiechec gates.” Through this example, Jesus teaches us to pay In a Nutshell attention to the created world because it reveals If all holy years are alike, each holy year is of the passing of St. Francis of Assisi. truth. But also, he implores us to prayerfully watch unique, for each one takes place in unique The upcoming Holy Year of Mercy is the things happening around us, for through them times. intended to offer Catholics an authentic he reminds us that he is always near. Certainly, Pope Francis describes the Year renewal and conversion So whether a canoe trip, a cup of coffee with a of Mercy as “an extraordinary moment of Still, making clear what is unique about the friend, a typical day at work or any of a million grace and spiritual renewal.” present moment, he writes: “The time has other experiences in your life, be on the lookout As a symbol of renewal, a woman holds a come for the church to take up the joyful call for signs of God in your life. You may be surprised vessel with incense as people gather at the to mercy once more. It is time to return to where He shows up. Franciscan Renewal Center in Scottsdale, the basics and to bear the weaknesses and What is a recent “sign of God” in your life? What Arizona, to mark the “transitus,” a memorial struggles of our brothers and sisters.” is your favorite place to go to encounter God? The Observer | FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2015 13

Viewpoints

Different View CNS/H.L. Schwadron Uniquely Counter Cultural Let’s consider something that may well be unique to the Catholic Church: that the doctrines of the Church apply to everyone, without exception. Try to think of anyplace else in our world where such an equal application of rules and Person in the Pew laws can be found. by Amanda It is not present in civil Hudson government, ours or those Observer News Editor anywhere else in the world, where laws often are made for everyone to follow except government leaders. [email protected] Certain private companies have long sidestepped rules and regulations that were put in place to safeguard the environment, human rights and fair trade. And then there are individuals who simply behave as though they are exceptional. They do what they want to get what they want, regardless of promises made, people hurt or rules broken. These include spouses who don’t take their vows seriously, people who promote themselves at the expense of their company or other employees, and parents who think school policies should be bent on behalf of their wayward children. A common sense of irresponsible lawlessness is part of our mainstream culture as implied by the television series, “How to Get Away With Murder,” about a professor-lawyer who represents hardened criminals in court and teaches her students “the dark truth about the law and our justice system” (according to the show’s website). The Catholic Church runs counter to that trend by teaching its doctrine as meant for all its members even as it recognizes that each person is a unique individual created by God. Seeking Light in The Days That Are Left In imitating Jesus who so masterfully brought both mercy and responsibility to His ministry, the Church provides the This season’s liturgy reminds us of the end of As he sat at the bedside of his terminally ill sacrament of confession to renew us as we continue on to try life and of the fi nal destiny we hope to achieve. wife, Maud, daily for two years, he wrote a to live with heaven in mind. Those of us Seeking Life book that is currently before several publishers. But, again in imitation of Jesus, after being forgiven we who have lived Ray, the youngest, goes to Mass daily, does are expected to strive to sin no more. In other words, we still by Moises long lives volunteer work in the parish offi ce, in Aurora, are held to the original standards. The Ten Commandments Sandoval are acutely Colorado, preparing the weekly bulletin among never become the ten suggestions — not even for those who aware, with other tasks, and helps serve lunch at a senior psychologically can’t love father and mother, or who are each passing center. Though retired after teaching in high kleptomaniacs, or who have every earthly reason to enact day, that our schools for 40 years, he still works occasionally deadly revenge upon another. vitality, like Catholic News Service as a substitute teacher. When asked about his There is a beautiful solidity in this insistence on the-rules- the sunshine, is apply-to-all. Priests can’t complain that they are expected to weakening and that dark, cold days lie ahead. motivation, he says: “I am simply preparing for my fi nal exam.” follow regulations that their bishops can ignore. A mother Recently, my wife and I spent an evening superior has made and is expected to keep the same vows as in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with Emma Elivinio, a dentist for 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, achieving the rank of full colonel, the lowliest nun. Parishioners can become saints right along Gomez, a longtime friend who is 87 years old. with Church leaders by embracing the same, hard task of runs a dental clinic with a big staff in Aurora, As I walked her to her car after a dinner rich in following Christ in radical, sacrifi cial holiness. Arizona, gives generously to the church and reminiscence, she said her carotid artery is 97 Of course there will be Catholic people who want changes percent blocked on one side and 98 percent on to many individuals, including immigrants in how the Church lives its doctrine. They may want to behave the other. I think we both sensed it might be our with needy relatives in their home countries. within the Church like they do in the world. Or they may think last goodbye. Moreover, he still sees patients. a few alterations would simply make life and faith an easier, I had the same thought during a reunion My other brother Arsenio is a caretaker on a more pleasant road. with four of my brothers this past summer at ranch and is active in Alcoholics Anonymous. We all may be tempted at times to fudge Church disciplines the family ranch. Part of the 600 acres was Like my brothers, I continue working, writing because we want to be liked by others, or because we have acquired by our great-grandfather Estanislado about persons whose faith inspires. For all of come to believe society’s skewed view of fairness more than Sandoval in the 1840s and the rest by our us, it seems that the challenge is to continue to our Savior’s teachings. grandfather Octaviano. So it was natural to live courageously as long as we can. There are But, following Jesus’ lead, the Church calls a sin, “sin,” and remember their lives, always brimming with still things to write about, to see, to do, issues continues to believe He meant everything He said. struggle and hard work but strong in the values to support and people to help. Some folks think that the recent Synod of Bishops for we inherited. I admire our friend Emma, who, despite the family left a door open when it comes to providing Four of us are in our 80s and the fi fth brother Communion to persons living intimately outside of a Church is 76. Yet, like the stars of the movie, “The many hospitalizations, says: “The Blessed Mother still gives me things to do.” She still marriage. But it was Jesus Himself who fi rst called divorce and Bucket List,” we feel there are still things to remarriage an act of adultery (Mt. 5:32; Mk. 10:11; Lk. 16:18), do. Our list, to be sure, is modest because, takes Communion to the homebound and visits her sister-in-law, who is in a nursing home and and the Church is charged with upholding that hard teaching. realistically, age limits our possibilities. And yet, the Church is merciful even as its discipline is suffers from dementia. On her birthday, Emma Antonio, a permanent deacon in full-time fi rm. The sacrament of confession is a powerful mercy. The delivered the pastries she loves. service to the church for 40 years, wants to annulment process is a tremendous service of mercy as well. spend the rest of his life nurturing a devotion Though last year she became ill at the airport Neither bends or breaks the doctrine of the Church. to the Virgin Mary. Though retired, he remains with symptoms of a stroke, she plans to fl y Those who seek to bypass those mercies will never know the active in the ministry: preaching, giving talks again to St. Louis to be with one of her sons for healing power within them or experience the wholeness that to various groups and writing. Thanksgiving. A brave woman! comes from accepting that Church doctrines apply to all.

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Deaths Parish offices may forward death and wedding information using forms at http://observer.rockforddiocese.org/contact-us. ELGIN—St. Thomas More: You may also request announcement postcards by calling Marion Cornaggio, 94, Oct. 18; 815/399-4300, ext. 383. We encourage you to send the Mary Rose Miseska, 87, Oct. information as soon as you receive it. Thank you. 10; Amy Peebles, 46, Oct. 22; John Henn, 87, Oct. 24; Joseph Oct. 24; Mass Meditation Lombardo, 17, Oct. 25; Joyce SANDWICH—St. Paul the Pellicore, 67, Oct. 25; Elizabeth Apostle: Dorothy Francis, 94, Sunday, Nov. 15 (33rd Ordi- (Betty) Hannula, 95, Oct. 28; Oct. 30; Randall Shepardson, nary): The readings speak of FREEPORT—St. Thomas 70, Nov. 3; the end of the world and the Aquinas: John B. Egan, 79, SAVANNA—St. John the coming of the kingdom. The Nov. 2; Baptist: Joyce Dickinson, 84, bishops’ pastoral on steward- GENEVA—St. Peter: James Oct. 26; Peter Spinoso, 88, ship says clearly that “that ‘life Rondoni, 83, Oct. 30; Oct. 31. to come’ is in continuity with GENOA—St.. Catherine of this present life through hu- Genoa: William J. Callaghan, Stewardship Moment man goods, the worthy human 89, Oct. 28; purposes, which people foster Not the gift, but the giver: MCHENRY—St. Patrick: Kar- now.” May our good steward- Perhaps the real significance en Heinis, 60, Nov. 1; ship help us to be numbered of giving is what it does to the among the chosen on the last ROCKFORD—Holy Family: steward. What matters to God day! Patrick Brannick, 61, July 30; is not the gift, but the giver. Frances Wolfram, 90, Aug. 30; Stewardship is God’s invitation Courtesy of Sharon Hueckel Patricia Falgiatano, 78, Sept. 8; to a way of life. It helps us to Frank Lynn, 87, Oct. 11; Car- overcome our selfishness and Life Moment mella Somers, 88, Oct. 11; Jo- love of things. What we do with seph Scordato, Jr., 74, Oct. 13; what we have been given is a Pray: That world leaders will Dorothy Ackerman, 96, Oct. 24; sign to God and to the world of work together to find avenues St. Anthony of Padua: Gloria the depth and meaning of our of peace among nations and Celliti, 91. Oct. 30; Dolores commitment. sustain a vision of hope for the Cataldi, 87, Nov. 1; Courtesy of Parish Publications world, we pray to the Lord. St. Rita: Rose Johnson, 82, “Stewardship” newsletter Courtesy of www.priestsforlife.org The Pope on ... The Synod and the Refugees From page 2 are still with us. The Church tragedy of the refugees trudg- were also present with us in does not abandon them, ing the streets of Europe are the synod, in our prayers and because they are part of the reflected in this Word of God. in our work, through the voice people that God wants to set May the Lord, through the in- If you or someone you know has been the victim of sexual abuse by of several of their pastors free from slavery and guide to tercession of the Virgin Mary, an employee or member of the clergy of the Rockford Diocese, report present in the assembly. freedom. help us, too, to put (the Word the matter to law enforcement in the county in which the conduct oc- These people seeking dignity, Thus, both the synodal experi- of God) into practice by way of curred and then please call the hot-line number: 815/293-7540. these families seeking peace, ence that we lived, and the fraternal communion. The Observer | FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2015 15

Diocesan Dates Set for 2016 Warriors to Lourdes

WASHINGTON, D.C.— Expenses for approved caregiv- Applications are being taken ers will be covered by Knights for all-expenses paid spiri- of Columbus Charities, Inc. tual journey 2016 Warriors to The pilgrimage is co-spon- Lourdes Pilgrimage for U.S. sored by the Archdiocese for military personnel, including the Military Services, USA (Photo provided) the wounded, disabled, and in- (AMS) and the K of C. On Oct. 30, more than 160 parishioners participated in St. Mary Huntley Family Ministry’s third annual fi r m . Applications and, if appli- Saintly Stories program. Eight saints who were portrayed by parish priests, staff and parishioners were The pilgrimage will take cable, payments in full, are due St. Damien of Molakai (Father Ervin Caliente), St.Francis of Assisi (Father John McNamara), St. Therese of place May 17-23, 2016, from no later than Jan. 15, 2016. No- Lisieux (Shirley Allen), St. Michael the Archangel (Ron Simons), St. Catherine of Siena (Cindy Faillaci), St. the United States; and May 18- tifi cations will be made by Feb. Elizabeth Ann Seton (Sue DeGregorio ), St. Kateri Tekawitha (Mary Lou Manion), St. Joan of Arc (Gail John- 23, 2016, from Europe. 15, 2016. son). Many children came dressed as saints. DeFiore-Jorgensen Funeral Home provided prayer cards Servicemen or women on of the saints for the children. After the Saintly Stories, Mary Bell and the Children’s Choir led everyone active duty, or honorably dis- Info: www.warriorstolourdes.com/ in songs around a bonfi re. charged since 9/11, may apply. wtl/en/index.html Media/Arts At the Movies Read the 2015-16 The Peanuts Scouts Guide A-I O G Movie R to the Zombie One Diocese, (Fox) Apocalypse One Charming animated comedy, (Paramount) populated by cartoonist Charles This blood-soaked horror spoof Book follows a trio of teenage boy selection M. 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