Inside Archbishop Buechlein ...... 5 Editorial ...... 4 Question Corner ...... 17 Sunday and Daily Readings . . . . 17 The Religious Education Supplement ...... 11 Serving the CChurchCriterion in Centralr andi Southert n Indianae Since 1960rion www.archindy.org September 12, 2003 Vol. XXXXII, No. 48 75¢ Archbishop to Pope says religions must help hold retreat for men interested restore shattered hopes for peace in the priesthood VATICAN CITY (CNS)—When the twin towers in New York fell after the By Brandon A. Evans Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, many people’s

hopes for a future of peace also fell, CNS photo from Reuters In just a few weeks, single men between Pope John Paul II said. 18 and 50 that have considered a vocation “Peace cannot be built on mutual of ordained ministry in the Church will ignorance, but on dialogue and have a unique opportunity: they will be able encounter,” the pope said in a message to spend two days with the archbishop. to a Sept. 7-9 interreligious meeting on Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein will peace sponsored by the Rome-based lead a retreat for any such men on Sept. 26- Sant’Egidio Community. 27 at Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th The meeting in Aachen, Germany, St., in Indianapolis. was the community’s 17th international The two-day event is free of charge. gathering designed as a follow-up to The archbishop called the event a Pope John Paul II’s 1986 gathering of “reflection with guys who are willing to religious leaders in Assisi, Italy. join me in taking a look at the way a person In 1986, the pope said, “the world can figure out if God is calling him to the was still divided in two blocks and priesthood.” oppressed by the fear of nuclear war. Prayer will surround the retreat, includ- Seeing how urgent was the need people ing Mass and eucharistic adoration, and the felt to once again dream of a future of archbishop will present two conferences— peace and prosperity for all, I invited one of which will focus on his own voca- believers from the world’s diverse reli- tion story. gions to gather in prayer for peace.” Father Joseph Moriarty, vocations direc- Unfortunately, the pope said, the tor, hopes that by hearing the archbishop’s yearning for peace expressed at the story and his difficulties and obstacles, Assisi gathering was not acted upon “they might be able to say, to know, that quickly or carefully enough. these obstacles are not insurmountable, par- “In these years, too little has been ticularly if one is trusting the will of God in invested to defend peace and to support their life.” the dream of a world free from wars,” he Father Moriarty also hopes that those said. attending get a more real sense of the priest- Instead, the pope said, too many lead- hood, and a sense that with God’s help it is ers chose the path of developing special an attainable vocation—no one should feel interests and spending money on other like they are not holy enough or worthy priorities, particularly on military enough. weapons and machinery. He is looking for men in particular that “In a few days, we will remember the are involved in service to their parish, par- tragic attack on the twin towers of New ticularly in the liturgical aspect of it. Also, York,” he said in the message read to the they should be men who have a regular pat- gathering on Sept. 7 and released at the tern of prayer. Vatican the next day. Father Moriarty noted that this is the first “Unfortunately, together with the time that he knows of that a retreat like this towers, many hopes for peace also seem has happened in the archdiocese—and he to have crumbled,” Pope John Paul Franciscan Father Brian Jordan blesses a 20-foot tall cross of steel beams on Oct. 4, 2001, that was thinks it’s great. wrote. recovered from the rubble of the World Trade Center two days after the towers collapsed in the “The archbishop is chief shepherd of War, conflict and terrorism continue Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Pope John Paul II said many people’s hopes for a future of peace priests, and for my part as one of his priests, to sow death and fear, he said. crumbled when the twin towers fell, but he said people must continue to use the “weapons” of I see no better example of calling men to See PEACE, page 8 prayer and dialogue to bring peace to the world. priesthood than the chief shepherd inviting them to come and to listen and to discern,” he said. Research paper documents effects of Sept. 11 Chris Wadelton, an archdiocesan semi- narian studying at the University of ST. LOUIS (CNS)—If a goal of ter- “Most people raised within the Judeo- who was recently appointed to the John St. Mary of the Lake/Mundelein Seminary rorism is to make victims feel less in Christian tradition believe that life is at W. Colloton chair in health manage- See RETREAT, page 2 control of their own destinies, the least relatively fair,” said Fredric ment and policy at the University of attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, succeeded, Wolinsky, former professor at St. Louis Iowa. He said the terrorist attacks according to research from St. Louis University School of Public Health and “changed deep-seated psychological University. lead investigator on the study. “They assumptions.” The study, published this year in the believe that if you work hard, you can Wolinsky, who did his research Journal of Gerontology: Social succeed. The attacks of Sept. 11 changed while at the Jesuit-run St. Louis Sciences, is the first to compare peo- that for many people. University as a professor of health man- ple’s attitudes before and after the “In a sense this demonstrates that the agement and policy, said it usually is attacks. attacks were successful,” said Wolinsky, See PAPER, page 8 Bishop Gregory reaffirms celibacy in response to petition

MILWAUKEE (CNS)—Changing the in response to the Aug. 16 letter signed by United States today owes much to the tens discipline of clerical celibacy would not 163 priests of the Milwaukee Archdiocese of thousands of priests who in previous assure increased vocations in the Catholic and mailed to Bishop Gregory on Aug. 19. generations were and today are faithful to Church, according to Bishop Wilton D. In that letter, written and circulated by the commitment of chaste celibacy and Gregory, president of the U.S. Conference Fathers Thomas Suriano, Joseph who have found it to be a powerful spiri- of Catholic Bishops. Aufdermauer and Steven Dunn, the priests tual means to draw closer to Christ,” Bishop Gregory’s comments came in urged that “diocesan priesthood now be Bishop Gregory wrote. an Aug. 29 letter addressed to Archbishop open to married men as well as to celibate The Milwaukee priests said their pri- Timothy M. Dolan of Milwaukee. men.” mary motive for seeking a change in the The letter, made public on Sept. 4, was “The vitality of the Church in the See CELIBACY, page 20 Page 2 The Criterion Friday, September 12, 2003

in active discernment. a call to the priesthood. is doing this retreat—he said that five men RETREAT Wadelton attended a similar retreat in “It was a pretty major turning point in out of the 22 or 23 that attended the Port- continued from page 1 February 2002 in the Archdiocese of my discernment,” Wadelton said. He is a land retreat last year applied for seminary. Portland in Oregon, where he was working native of Indianapolis and returned to study “I think it shows how important voca- in Mundelein, Ill., called it a great opportu- in the semi-conductor industry. At the time, for his home archdiocese. tions are to the archbishop,” Father nity for men to devote time to just thinking he had thought about the priesthood for As it happens, Archbishop Buechlein Moriarty said, “and how important the about their vocation. three years. learned about the retreat in a conversation work, the service and the ministry of It will give some men the chance to take “It was an easy way to spend some dedi- with Archbishop Vlazny and made it one of ordained priests are to the archbishop.” the next step of applying—a process that cated time” in prayer about whether or not the major themes in his campaign for voca- Father Moriarty hopes to discuss in a spe- to take the next step. tions, which he spelled out in “A New (For more information, call Father Joseph cial question and answer conference—while Portlands Archbishop John Vlazny led Moment of Grace 2007.” Moriarty at 317-236-1495 or 800-382- others may use the weekend as a first step the weekend retreat and shared his story of Wadelton is excited that the archbishop 9836, ext. 1495.) † Gift of prayer shows the true way to incr eased vocations

By Brandon A. Evans comes from God’s grace and through the build up the faith in youth and in families. prayers of the faithful,” Father Meyer said. Keck said that prayer for vocations, When Father Jonathan Meyer was He said that the prayers give him confi- along with strong families and priests inter- ordained earlier this summer, he was given dence in his ministry. acting positively with young people, will a gift unlike all others—one meant to sus- He also knows that it is the power of help the current situation of declining Ann Wyand Photo by Mary tain him and nourish him along his ministe- prayer—and prayers like these—that is priests. rial journey. what will help young men called to the She said that offering the prayers in the He was given prayer, but not just one priesthood answer the call. spiritual bouquet “inspires us to all become prayer, or even several. He was given 2,372 Father Patrick Beidelman, the pastor of holier people,” and that when the people rosaries, 426 holy hours and 12 ways of the St. Michael Parish and Holy Guardian gather to pray for the priests and religious, cross—and was given a book that included Angels Parish in Cedar Grove, said that the they remember to pray for other parish- who was praying what for him and when. spiritual bouquet is “right on the mark” for ioners and people. The spiritual bouquet was the idea of what is needed for an increase in vocations. The members of the parish are praying Mary Keck, a member of St. Michael Parish “I think that it is a wonderful foundation specifically for Father Beidelman; Father J. in Brookville, and she rallied members of for the promotion and encouragement of Lawrence Richardt, who is in residence at the parish around her idea and signed indi- future vocations,” he said. Holy Guardian Angels Parish; Francis-can At his ordination Mass on June 28 at SS. Peter viduals and families up for a year’s worth of Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein has Sister M. Dominica Doyle, principal of St. and Paul Cathedral in Indianapolis, Father prayer. made it known that he would like to have Michael School; Franciscan Sister Helen Jonathan Meyer, left, now associate pastor of Such a spiritual bounty was not intended 50 new seminarians by the year 2007. Eckstein, a teacher at St. Michael School; Our Lady of the Greenwood Parish in for him alone, though, but for the priests “Because of my conviction that God and Shaun Whittington, archdiocesan semi- Greenwood, is vested by Father Patrick and religious connected to St. Michael continues to call candidates to the priest- narian. Beidelman, pastor of St. Michael Parish in Parish, and for future vocations to the hood, and because it is a tremendous way of Keck said that she knows the priests, Brookville and Holy Guardian Angels Parish in priesthood. life, yes, I am confident that we can reach religious and seminarians are “really count- Cedar Grove. Recently, the two priests were Father Meyer, who is now the associate the goal of 50 seminarians by the end of ing on these prayers and they really need recipients of a spiritual bouquet from a member pastor of Our Lady of the Greenwood 2007,” the archbishop said. them.” of St. Michael Parish. Parish in Greenwood and the associate Father Meyer said that he agrees, and Father Beidelman said that it is “remark- director of the Office of Youth Ministry, that if the goal is to be reached, all efforts ably encouraging” that Keck and the parish- responding to the Holy Spirit.” called it “the greatest gift I could have ever must be rooted in prayer. ioners took up this project on their own. Keck said that Father Meyer made a big received.” “No other activity is more powerful than “I thought it was just extraordinarily impact on the parish when he served there He served at St. Michael Parish last sum- prayer, especially family prayer,” thoughtful,” Father Beidelman said. last year, and his love for them inspired her mer. Archbishop Buechlein said. “That’s really the thing that really blows to arrange this gift. “The more that I enter into the priest- Currently, 11 families are signed up for my mind,” Father Meyer said. “This was Father Meyer called the gift “a tremen- hood that I’ve been given by Christ, I come prayer on Keck’s list of those contributing [Keck’s] own initiative. It wasn’t prompted dous prayer of hope.” to realize how much of an to Father Meyer’s spiritual gift. by a priest saying ‘do this.’ It wasn’t “Because when people pray, things hap- instrument I am, and truly how all of this Prayer, the archbishop said, is a way to prompted by anything but really her pen,” he said. “And people are praying.” †

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By Mary Ann Wyand Angels from the Heart Day began with registration at 8:30 a.m. followed by It was clean-up, and fix-up time at prayers and work assignments. Most of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish in Indian- volunteers worked outdoors all day then apolis on Sept. 6, and more than 350 vol- returned to the church for Mass at 5 p.m. Ann Wyand Photos by Mary unteers from area parishes, schools, organi- Participants or donors for the fourth zations and businesses turned out to help annual service project represented Sacred spruce up homes and streets in the near- Heart Parish, Roncalli High School, south side neighborhood. Marian College, St. Roch Parish, St. Jude Volunteers for the fourth annual Angels Parish, St. Barnabas Parish, St. Christopher from the Heart Day sponsored by Sacred Parish, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, Holy Heart Parish helped elderly and poor Angels Parish, St. Philip Neri Parish and neighborhood residents improve their prop- Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, all in erties and also beautified the parish cam- Indianapolis. pus. Other participating groups included the At about 20 work sites, volunteers of all Sisters of St. Benedict of Our Lady of ages painted houses, cleaned gutters, Grace Monastery in Beech Grove, the repaired broken concrete, built a hand rail, Knights of Columbus Mater Dei Council and removed weeds and debris from #437, Immanuel United Church of Christ, streets, sidewalks and yards. They also the Arthur and Anna Field Clan, the landscaped the Franciscan friars’ medita- Emerald Society and the United States tion garden and the yard between the rec- Coast Guard. tory and the church. Business-related groups participating Sacred Heart parishioners started with volunteers or by donating funds and Angels from the Heart Day three years ago supplies were Keep Indianapolis Beautiful, to help the poor and beautify the neighbor- Ameritech Telephone Pioneers, Sagamore Above, St. Roch School seventh- hood as part of the parish’s 125th anniver- Health Network, Porter Paints, the graders Amy Broughton and Jeffrey sary celebration in 2000. Meridian Street Greenhouse, Monogram Feltman of Indianapolis help paint let- Franciscan Father Michael Barrett, pas- Magic and Sprectral Graphics. ters on a sign welcoming people to tor of the historic south side parish, rode Sacred Heart parishioner Joe Williams the Sacred Heart neighborhood on the his bicycle to the project sites last Saturday drew a picture of the historic church to south side. Parishioner Joe Williams to talk with volunteers and neighborhood decorate a welcome sign on Terrace Street. drew a picture of the historic church residents and also offer blessings for their Junior high students from St. Roch and for the sign, which also says “The work. St. Thomas Aquinas parishes helped with Lord be with you.” Junior high stu- “This is our fourth event and we’ve got the lettering. dents from St. Thomas Aquinas people who have volunteered for two or “We cleaned up the debris along this Parish also helped them clean up three years back again this year to help part of the street and took the weeds down trash and plant flowers along the rail- with the work,” Father Michael said while on both sides of the railroad track,” road crossing at Terrace Street. inspecting a neighborhood beautification Williams said. “It was pretty dirty and Left, St. Roch parishioner Rose project at the railroad crossing on nearby overgrown, and the kids cleaned it up and Mather, a former member of Sacred Terrace Street. planted mums. It was hard to see across Heart Parish, and Arthur Field IV, “It’s exciting because it brings people the railroad intersection, so this makes the whose family is from Sacred Heart together from all over the city,” he said, street safer, too.” Parish, pull weeds and sweep up “and they get to meet each other and The front of the sign says “Sacred Heart debris along Union Street south of the work together. It’s also great to see the welcomes you” and lists the parish tele- historic church. people who are so happy to have their phone number, he said, and the back of the house painted or other repairs done to sign says “The Lord be with you.” their property. At the last place I visited, I St. Jude parishioner Arthur Field III, talked with an elderly couple who didn’t whose relatives helped with a variety of have the money to do the work them- projects in the family’s former neighbor- selves. They were so grateful for the hood, said he is happy to see so many high We never want to stop making a difference. help.” school and junior high school students When a fire gutted the interior of involved in community service. Sacred Heart of Jesus Church two years “It gets the children involved,” Field Supporting our Church and its work in Southern and ago, neighborhood residents offered their said, “and it has gotten some of the resi- prayers and support, he said. Angels from dents in the neighborhood to start taking Central Indiana has been a great joy in our lives. When the Heart Day also is an opportunity to better care of their property. There’s been a say thank you to the neighbors. lot of improvements in the neighborhood “The church is restored to its former over this four-year period.” we can care for ourselves and still care for others, we’re beauty,” Father Michael said, “and now the More than 150 Roncalli High School parish is helping improve the neighbor- students volunteered all day. hood. We want to help make things better Roncalli senior Chris Leppert of truly blessed. A Charitable Gift Annuity or Charitable Trust for the people who live here or pass St. Roch Parish has helped with every through to visit.” Angels from the Heart Day. This year, he Sacred Heart parishioner Pat Heinzel- painted the fence around the friars’ garden from the Catholic Community Foundation secures a man of Indianapolis, the volunteer coordi- and collected trash from streets and alleys. nator for Angels from the Heart Day, said “I’ve helped for the past four years,” guaranteed monthly income for you or your spouse while the Benedictine sisters at Our Lady of Chris said, “just because it’s special.” Grace Monastery offer prayers for good Roncalli freshman Drew Cronk of weather each year. St. Barnabas Parish said “it means a lot to helping make sure the work of our Church continues. “They are wonderful,” Heinzelman said. help people in need. It’s all about pitching “Some of the nuns help with registration, in and giving a lending hand. It’s also fun and many of them pray for sunshine. Four to work with your friends and learn team- For details, ask for Jim Wathen at 800-382-9836. out of four years, we’ve had good weather. work. We’re developing a lot of really We call them our God Squad.” good skills by helping the poor.” †

Roncalli High School fresh- man Drew Cronk paints the fence around the Franciscan friars’ meditation garden on Sept. 6 as part of an Angels from the Heart Day work project.

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OPINION

Treasures of Faith/Fr. Daniel J. Mahan Lift high the cross

Rev. Msgr. Raymond T. Bosler, Founding Editor, 1915 - 1994 The people of Israel faced numerous the serpent’s head (Gn 3:15). Most Rev. Daniel M. Buechlein, O.S.B., Publisher William R. Bruns, Associate Publisher hardships as they crossed the desert to Innocent and sinless, Jesus is the One Greg A. Otolski, Editor John F. Fink, Editor Emeritus the Promised Land. lifted up on the cross. “Though he was in One of these trials the form of God, [he] did not regard was the infestation of equality with God something to be their camp by ser- grasped. Rather he emptied himself, tak- Editorial pents; the venomous ing the form of a slave…[and] humbled bites were deadly to himself ... to the point of death, even many and the people death on a cross” (Phil 2:6-8). appealed in despera- He endured the agony of death by cru- tion to Moses. cifixion, in order to provide a remedy Through Moses, God from death. Jesus, lifted up on the cross, provided a remedy: becomes the One to whom we can look in “Fashion a poisonous serpent [out of faith to find healing, forgiveness, mercy bronze] and set it on a pole, and every- and life in abundance. Just as death Religious education one who is bitten shall look at it and entered the world through the sin of one, live” (Nm 21:8). so too life entered the world through the eventy-six of the 150 parishes in education if he or she came to a one- Jesus used this image in anticipation of sacrifice of One. Jesus’ cross becomes the Sthe Archdiocese of Indianapolis do hour class for 30 weeks a year, every his own crucifixion as he spoke with tree of life, undoing the deadly effects of not have Catholic schools or access to year from kindergarten to senior year Nicodemus. “Just as Moses lifted up the the tree in the garden. a consolidated school. Schools in some in high school. serpent in the desert, so must the Son of This Sunday, Sept. 14, as we celebrate other parishes are filled to capacity, so That compares to 11,000 hours stu- Man be lifted up, so that everyone who the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross, parents must send their children to dents spend in public schools or believes in him may have eternal life” we will hear proclaimed Jesus’ words to public schools. And some parents sim- 15,000 hours they spend watching tele- (Jn 3:15). Nicodemus. In listening to that Gospel, ply choose to send their children to vision during that same period of time. The serpent bite was cured by looking may we remember that we, too, are called public schools. Also, Walters says, that 390-hour fig- in faith upon the image of the serpent, but to look in faith at the One who is lifted up Whatever the case, we cannot rely ure is hugely generous because very what is healed by looking in faith to Jesus for our salvation. We are called to a per- only on Catholic schools to provide the few Catholic public school pupils actu- raised in suffering on the cross? sonal faith, a personal relationship with religious education of our Catholic ally participate in parish catechetical The answer is simple: The original Jesus, allowing him to be the remedy for children. Of course, we aren’t. Our programs for all 13 years. serpent bite is what Jesus comes to cure. all of our pains, all of our disappoint- parishes have directors, or administra- Our DREs, therefore, have an enor- The serpent had deceived our first par- ments and sorrows, and yes, even death tors, of religious education (DREs), mous challenge, especially when they ents, persuading them to disobey God and itself. who face the tremendous task of pass- must rely almost entirely on volunteers eat of the tree of the knowledge of good May we hold in our hearts and make ing on our Catholic faith to both the to staff their programs. and evil. That serpent’s deadly bite was our own Jesus’ message to Nicodemus, children and adults. That challenge only increases when its word of deception. No longer would the most consoling words ever spoken: According to the current they and pastors try to figure out how our first parents enjoy the harmony and “For God so loved the world that he gave Archdiocesan Directory, last year to entice adults. The fact is that today’s contentment of paradise; instead they his only son, so that everyone who 17,228 children in the archdiocese par- adult Catholics are the most educated would know the cruel reality of disease, believes in him might not perish, but ticipated in out-of-school religious Catholics in history in secular subjects, decadence and death. might have eternal life” (Jn 3:16). education programs from pre-school but their knowledge about their reli- At that moment, death entered the through high school. This compares gion too often remains at the eighth- world, but so too did God’s promise of (Father Daniel J. Mahan is pastor of with 24,230 students in Catholic grade level, if that. life, for he pledged that one who would St. Louis Parish in Batesville and dean of schools, also from pre-school through Back in 1999, the American bishops come as the offspring of the woman the Batesville Deanery. This is the first of high school. There also were 15,675 approved a document that declared would do battle with the serpent, crushing an occasional column.) † adult participants in religious education adult faith formation to be at the heart programs of one kind or another. of the Church’s catechetical effort. The Pope John Paul II Since there were 229,482 Catholics Vatican made the same point years prays beside a registered in our parishes last year, and before. The bishops called for adult sculpture of a 57,133 of them were either in Catholic faith formation teams to be formed in bronze snake on schools or in religious education pro- parishes. These teams are to analyze CNS photo from Reuters a cross at Mount grams, it would certainly appear that local needs and devise programs that Nebo in Jordan there’s considerable room for more will meet those needs. on March 20, participants. It would be nice to think Alas, it too often seems that most 2000. Overlooking that all the rest were at least reading Catholic adults consider religious edu- the Jordan valley, The Criterion and listening intently to cation to be something for children. the pope during homilies at Sunday Mass, but . . . We know that there are programs out his pilgrimage to At the national level, in 1998 only there in our parishes for adults, but the Holy Land 16 percent of Catholic children were in adults aren’t taking advantage of them recounted how Catholic schools and 52 percent of in the numbers that they should. Moses led his them were in parish catechetical pro- It’s also true, though, at least in many people for 40 grams. The remaining 32 percent cases, that parish budgets don’t reflect years through the weren’t in any programs. the priority that adult’s, or even chil- desert before DREs throughout the country face dren’s, religious education is supposed reaching the the problem of trying to retain children to have. According to one survey of mountain, where in the upper grades, especially high DREs, in more than half of the parishes, he died before he school students. Just when the children catechetics programs received less than could reach the are beginning to have adult-type ques- 10 percent of the parish budget. Promised Land. tions about their faith and morality, Would simply increasing the budget they stop getting the guidance of the for catechetical programs help? There’s Church. no evidence that that would attract DREs also are concerned about how more adult Catholics. Those programs effective the programs can be in the will improve when Catholics become limited time they have. Thomas P. dissatisfied with their knowledge about Walters, a professor of theology and their faith and decide to do something religious education at Saint Meinrad about it. Seminary, is quoted in Peter Steinfels’s Meanwhile, we applaud all those, new book A People Adrift. He says that DREs and volunteers, who are doing 390 hours is the amount of time a stu- their best to pass on the faith to both dent would spend in parish religious our children and adults.

— John F. Fink The Criterion Friday, September 12, 2003 Page 5

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

SEEKING THE FACE OF THE LORD BUSCANDO LA CARA DEL SEÑOR A few good men who are answering God’s call spent three days on retreat with our in Vincennes and the tomb of our first day Bishop Bruté had one of the largest and before Christmas. They will be ordained seminarians recently before they headed bishop, Simon Guillaume Gabriel Bruté de most substantial libraries in the New World. priests next Pentecost Sunday. Ioff for a new academic year of prepara- Rémur. It is preserved at the site of the Old Cathe- Each of them was responsible for min- tion and formation for the priesthood. We celebrated Mass in the Old Cathe- dral in a special vault under the cathedral istry in two or three parishes in the city. It was a blessing to be present with a dral. Later, we prayed Midday Prayer in the museum, which our pilgrim group was priv- Father O’Mara was their host and modera- group of truly wholesome fellows who love crypt where Bishop Bruté and three of our ileged to visit. tor. He also acted as interpreter for me as God and the Church. It was fun to be with earliest bishops are interred. Our pilgrimage returned to St. Malachy my Spanish is quite limited. them. I thank them “for giving God a Personally, I was moved during the Parish in Brownsburg in time for evening Each of the seminarians reported on their chance.” Eucharist. It was my first opportunity to prayer and a cookout with the parish experience. They also had specific and Each one of them is sharp. They “know preside from the cathedra of our first cathe- Knights of Columbus. helpful recommendations for me. They what is going on” and what is demanded of dral. It was a privilege to celebrate at the I am proud of our seminarians and I were very happy to have had the experience them. They have no pretensions in that they tomb of the first of my bishop predecessors, believe they will be worthy successors to here in our archdiocese and appreciated our know it will be by God’s grace and the call who was an important figure in the history the first missionaries of our state and their hospitality and reception. I was happy to of the Church if and when they are of the Church in the United States. first bishop. hear that they want to recommend that even ordained. And I was humbled because our first The next day, I had an extended luncheon more of their fellow seminarians assist us Some of our seminarians are undergrads bishop was outstanding in every way, espe- with three seminarians from the Archdiocese next summer. in a college formation program. Most of cially in holiness and in courage. He of Guadalajara in Mexico and Father I wish more of you had the opportunity them are older and are in their graduate founded the local Church in the territory we Michael E. O’Mara, pastor of St. Mary to be with our seminarians and those from years of theological education and spiritual know as Indiana and half of Illinois with Parish in Indianapolis. Stories in The Guadalajara. We are planning opportunities and pastoral formation. only three priests, one of whom was on Criterion earlier this summer explained their for more youth and young adults to meet Some of them had been out of school for loan. He endured poverty and hardship that presence in our archdiocese as missionaries them. a few years. Several left behind successful we can hardly imagine. to our Hispanic community—to our Hispanic By the way, I am leading an overnight careers to pursue their vocational discern- Bishop Bruté also was very intelligent. youth and young adults in particular. retreat later this month at Fatima Retreat ment for the priesthood. God has given all He was a theologian at several of the early It didn’t take long for me to figure out House in Indianapolis for fellows who want of them the grace of generosity and Councils of Baltimore in the 1800s. He was that the rector of their seminary chose three to consider whether they are being called to courage. president of Mount St. Mary Seminary and bright, committed and mature men to help the priesthood. The retreat begins at 6 p.m. I speak confidently about them because, University in Maryland and also the spiri- us during their summer vacation. They will on Sept. 26 and concludes at 3 p.m. on arguably, these men have been evaluated tual director of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. be ordained to the diaconate on the day Sept. 27. Please spread the word! † and screened more closely than applicants It is one of my dreams to pursue the for any other career in society. If they per- cause of Bishop Bruté’s beatification and severe, their leadership will be a blessing canonization. At his tomb I prayed that if Archbishop Buechlein’s intention for vocations for September for our archdiocese. God wills it, some day someone will come Teachers/Religious Education Directors: that they may rely on the strength and For the third day of the retreat, one of forward to assist with the substantial guidance of the Holy Spirit as they hand on the Catholic faith to our youth and encour- the seminarians organized a “Pilgrimage for resources required to do so. age them to consider vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Priesthood Vocations” to the Old Cathedral Most people are not aware that in his Un grupo de hombres que han respondido al llamado de Dios ecientemente pasé tres días en un Gabriel Bruté de Rémur. preservada en los terrenos de la Antigua dad del ministerio en dos o tres parroquias retiro con nuestros seminaristas Celebramos la misa en la vieja catedral. Catedral en una bóveda bajo el museo de en su ciudad. El Padre O´Mara fue su Rantes de que los enviaran para un Luego hicimos la Plegaria de Mediodía en la catedral, la cual tuvo el privilegio de vis- anfitrión y moderador. También actuó como nuevo año académico de preparación y for- la cripta donde están enterrados el Obispo itar nuestro grupo durante el peregrinaje. mi intérprete porque mi conocimiento de mación para el sacerdocio. Bruté y tres de nuestros primeros obispos. Regresamos a la parroquia de St. español es bastante limitado. Fue una bendición estar presente con un En lo personal, me sentí conmovido Malachy en Brownsburg a tiempo para la Cada uno de los seminaristas comentó grupo de compañeros íntegros que aman a durante la Eucaristía; mi primera oportu- oración de la tarde y una comida al aire su experiencia. También me hicieron Dios y a la Iglesia. . Fue divertido com- nidad de presidir desde el púlpito de nues- libre con los Caballeros de Colón de la recomendaciones muy útiles y específicas. partir con ellos. Les agradezco que “le tra primera catedral. . Fue un privilegio parroquia. Estaban muy contentos de haber vivido hayan dado una oportunidad a Dios”. realizar esta celebración en la tumba del Estoy orgulloso de nuestros seminaris- esta experiencia en nuestra arquidiócesis y Todos ellos son listos. . Saben “lo que primero obispo que nos precede, quien ha tas y creo que serán dignos sucesores de agradecieron nuestra hospitalidad y está ocurriendo” y lo que se espera de sido una figura importante en la historia los primeros misioneros de nuestro estado acogida. Me agradó enterarme de que ellos ellos. No hacen presunciones pues saben de la Iglesia de los Estados Unidos. y su primer obispo. recomendarán que algunos más de sus que si se ordenan y cuando lo hagan será Y me sentí humilde porque nuestro Al día siguiente tuve un extenso compañeros nos ayuden el próximo ver- por la gracia de Dios y la llamada de la primer Obispo fue notable de muchas for- almuerzo con tres seminaristas de la ano. Iglesia. mas, especialmente por su santidad y su Arquidiócesis de Guadalajara en México y Me gustaría que más de ustedes tengan Algunos de nuestros seminaristas son valor. Él fundó la iglesia local en el terri- con el Padre Michael E. O´Mara, pastor de la oportunidad de estar con nuestros semi- estudiantes de algún programa de edu- torio que ahora conocemos como Indiana la Parroquia Mary en Indianápolis. Los naristas y los seminaristas de Guadalajara. cación universitaria. La mayoría tienen más y la mitad de Illinois con sólo tres sacer- relatos aparecidos en The Criterion al prin- Estamos planeando oportunidades para que edad y están terminando la instrucción dotes uno de los cuales era prestado. cipio del verano explican su presencia en más jóvenes y adultos jóvenes puedan teológica y la formación espiritual y pas- Soportó más pobreza y dificultades de las nuestra arquidiócesis como misioneros de conocerlos toral. que podamos imaginar. nuestra comunidad hispana –dirigidos a Por cierto, estoy planeando un retiro a Otros ya han estado fuera de las aulas El Obispo Bruté también era muy nuestra juventud hispana y en particular finales de este mes en la Casa de Retiro desde hace algunos años. Varios han dejado inteligente. Participó como teólogo en var- hacia los jóvenes adultos. Fátima en Indianápolis, para aquellos que atrás carreras exitosas en la búsqueda de su ios de los primeros Concilios de Baltimore No me tomó mucho tiempo adivinar por quieran considerando el llamado a la vocación sacerdotal. Dios les ha dado a en el siglo XIX. Fue presidente del qué el rector de su seminario escogió a vocación sacerdotal. El retiro empezará a todos la gracia de la generosidad y el valor Seminario Mount St. Mary y de la estos tres hombres brillantes, comprometi- las 6 p.m. el 26 de septiembre y concluirá para hacerlo. Universidad de Maryland, así como tam- dos y maduros para que nos ayudaran a las 3 p.m. el 27 de septiembre. ¡Por favor Hablo de ellos con confianza porque bién director espiritual de St. Elizabeth durante sus vacaciones de verano. Serán pasen la voz! † posiblemente estos hombres hayan sido Ann Seton. ordenados diáconos el día antes de evaluados y examinados con mayor aten- Uno de mis sueños es luchar por la Navidad. Serán ordenados sacerdotes el ción que los candidatos de cualquier otra causa de la beatificación y la canonización próximo Domingo de Pentecostés. Traducido por: Language Training Center, carrera en nuestra sociedad. Si perseveran, del Obispo Bruté. En su tumba oré porque Cada uno de ellos tuvo la responsabili- Indianapolis su liderazgo será una bendición para nues- si Dios lo permite, algún día alguien sur- tra arquidiócesis. girá que ayude con los recursos substan- La intención del Arzobispo Buechlein para vocaciones en septiembre El tercer día del retiro uno de los semi- ciales necesarios para conseguirlo. naristas organizó un “Peregrinaje para las La mayoría de las personas no Maestros/Directores de Educación Religiosa: ¡que ellos puedan contar con la fuer za y Vocaciones Sacerdotales” a la vieja desconocen que el obispo Bruté tenía una dirección del Espíritu Santo cuando pasen la fe Católica a los jóvenes y les den ánimo a Catedral en Vincennes y a la tumba de nue- de las más grandes y notables bibliotecas ellos a considerar las vocaciones al sacerdocio y la vida religiosa! stro primer obispo, Simón Guillaume del Nuevo Mundo. La misma ha sido Page 6 The Criterion Friday, September 12, 2003

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St. Joan of Arc Parish, 4217 N. Central Ave., in reflection at each service. Father Larry Voelker will pre- Mount Saint Francis Retreat Center in Floyd County is Indianapolis, is having its French Market from 11 a.m. to side at the service from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 14 at offering a “Come-and-See Day” from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on 11 p.m. on Sept. 13. There will be French foods, booths Holy Cross Church, 125 N. Oriental St. Father Michael Sept. 27. The day will be hosted by the Conventual Francis- and entertainment. For more information, call 317-283- O’Mara will preside at the service from 7 p.m. to 8:30 cans and is for single men ages 16-40 who are interested in 5508. p.m. on Sept. 15 at St. Mary Church, 317 N. New Jersey learning more about the priesthood and brotherhood in the St. Father Rick Ginther will preside at the service from 7 Catholic Church. There is no cost for the day. For more St. Mary Parish in Aurora is having its Riverfest 2003 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 16 at SS. Peter and Paul information, call Conventual Franciscan Father Jim Kent at at Lesko Park, Highway 56 on the Ohio River, from Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St. A free-will offering is 800-424-9955 or e-mail [email protected]. 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Sept. 13 and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. requested, and there will be refreshments following each on Sept. 14. There will be music, games, and chicken and service. For more information, call Holy Cross Parish at There will be a free lecture titled “Introducing the pork dinners. For more information, call 317-926-0060. 317-637-2620, St. Mary Parish at 317-637-3983 or SS. Franciscan Family” from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sept. 14 in Peter and Paul Cathedral Parish at 317-634-4519. Room 251 of Marian Hall at Marian College, 3200 Cold St. Mary Parish, 212 Washington St., in North Vernon, Spring Road, in Indianapolis. The event is sponsored by is having its parish festival all day on Sept. 13 and from Mount Saint Francis Retreat Center in Floyd County is the Marian College Franciscan Spirituality Board. The 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sept. 14. There will be an “all you offering a “Women’s Retreat” on Sept. 26-28. There will speakers will be Franciscan Sister Ann Vonder Meulen; can eat” meal and children’s games. For more informa- also be a “Friends of Francis Retreat” on Oct. 3-5. The Joe Kuczkowski, a member of the secular Franciscan tion, call 812-346-3604. theme of both retreats is “Journeying with Jesus Christ.” order; and July Hillman, an associate of the Sisters of The suggested offering for each retreat is $95 per person. St. Francis. For more information, call 317-955-6000. St. Michael Parish, 250 High St., in Brookville, is hav- For more information, call 812-923-8817 or e-mail ing its Fall Festival from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Sept. 13 [email protected] or log on to www.cris.com/~mtstfran. A workshop on “Prayer and Conversion” will be and from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sept. 14. There will be pork offered by Saint Meinrad School of Theology from 7 p.m. chop and chicken dinners. For more information, call 765- The annual reunion liturgy for the former St. John to 9:30 p.m. on Sept. 24, Oct. 1 and Oct. 8 at Our Lady of 647-5462. Academy in Indianapolis will be held at 11 a.m. on the Greenwood Parish, 335 S. Meridian St., in Green- Sept. 28 at St. John the Evangelist Church, 126 W. Georgia wood. Franciscan Sister Barbara Leonhard, a teacher, Rachel’s Companions, a confidential Catholic support St., in Indianapolis. Members of the class of 1953 will be retreat director and spiritual director, will be the presenter. group for women suffering from the aftermath of abortion, honored. The celebrant will be Benedictine Father Noah The cost is $60 per person, less for seniors. For more will begin meeting again on Sept. 13. To learn more or to Casey, the new administrator of the parish effective Sept. 24. information or to register, call the Indianapolis Office of register for the three-month program, call Servants of the For more information, call the parish at 317-635-2021. Saint Meinrad School of Theology at 317-955-6451. † Gospel of Life Sister Diane Carollo, director of the arch- diocesan Office of Pro-Life Activities, at 317-236-1521 or 800-382-9836, ext. 1521. VIPs . . .

The St. Vincent de Paul Society’s Archdiocesan Novices Marc Falkenhain Chaminade College Prep Council of Indianapolis is having an Estate Sale at the of St. Louis, Mo., and Jeffrey School and was a member of distribution center, 1201 E. Maryland St., in Indianapolis, Nord of Huntingburg, Ind., St. Francis Xavier Parish. from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sept. 24 and from 8 a.m. to professed temporary vows at Following high school, he 3 p.m. on Sept. 25. There will be antiques, special event Saint Meinrad Archabbey in received a bachelor’s degree clothing, artwork and unique furniture, among other St. Meinrad on Aug. 6. With in psychology from Christian things. All of the revenue from the sale goes to help the their professions, each Brothers College in Memphis, poor. The distribution center is always open to donations, received the name of a patron Tenn. He earned master’s and and will repair certain appliances. 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Nativity School tion, she said, when they Providence Sister Theresa students work in Nativity of Our Lord take computer classes in the Clare Carr retired two years the new computer Jesus Christ Parish in new wing. ago after serving 25 years as lab in the school’s

Indianapolis continues to “The parishioners really a teacher, and still helps as a Ann Wyand Photo by Mary new west wing grow in membership, and support the education of substitute there. that was com- school enrollment is on the their children,” Dispenzieri “I’ve always sung the pleted during the rise there, too. said. “They have consis- praises of the parents here at summer. There Responding to changing tently kept up with the Nativity,” Sister Theresa are 703 house- demographics in the south- development of Franklin Clare said, “because they’ve holds in the eastern part of Marion Township by providing always been such a wonder- parish and 315 County, Nativity parishioners space and opportunities for ful support. students in the undertook an ambitious educational and religious “The very fact that we school three-part school expansion growth. It’s a real privilege have two new additions to project in 1995, which was to be part of a community the school in such a short finished this summer. that believes so strongly in time is a real proof of their “When I came here as stewardship.” support and generosity and pastor 10-plus years ago, This year, 315 students how much they value there had not been a lot of are enrolled at Nativity Catholic education,” she residential expansion in School, she said, and the said. “The support from par- Franklin Township,” Father expansion has enabled the ents means everything.” Steven Schwab, pastor, nearly 40-member kinder- Parishioner Jane explained. “It really got garten class to be relocated Jennings, who chairs the underway in the 1990s, and from the church building to school commission, attrib- it’s continuing.” the school. utes the success of the build- Nativity parishioners will Daycare before and after ing campaign to “the collab- dents and also opens up including Nick Jarnagin, costs of the projects, Father celebrate the completion of school as well as a variety of orative work of the many more meeting space for a who chaired the building Schwab said, because of their latest school addition Catholic Youth Organization good people of Nativity variety of parish activities. committee, and Dwayne Jarnagin, Daming and so on Sept. 14 with Archbishop sports events on evenings Parish.” Father Schwab has a Daming, a building commit- many other parishioners Daniel M. Buechlein. and weekends ensure that Jennings said the new long list of parishioners to tee member. who stepped forward to The archbishop will bless the school and 17-acre addition enhances educa- thank during the blessing The parish was able to help complete Nativity the school building at 10 a.m. parish campus is busy every tional opportunities for stu- ceremony this weekend, substantially reduce the School. † on Sunday then preside at the 11 a.m. Mass at Nativity Church. Father Schwab sees the completed school building with its many state-of-the-art amenities as a visual testi- monial of the love, dedica- tion and generosity shown by parishioners during the "I have done my part, past decade. To address the growing may Christ teach you demand for Catholic educa- tion in the area, he said, Nativity Parish undertook to do yours." capital campaigns in 1995 and 2000, which raised $2,386,000 for three school - St. Francis of Assisi expansions. In 1995, Nativity’s “Building Our Future” cam- paign, chaired by parish- ioner Mark Bohnert, raised $962,000 in pledges to build Marian College is a Catholic college dedicated to a gymnasium, conference excellence in teaching and learning in the Franciscan and room and administrative offices. liberal arts traditions. We believe that it is part of our Those facilities were responsibility to prepare students for ordained ministry or completed in 1996, opened for use in January 1997 and religious life, for lay leadership, and for careers pursued in blessed by Archbishop the light of the call to service from God. Buechlein in March 1997. The parish also honored longtime principal Lois In this spirit, with generous support from Lilly Endowment Weilhammer, who retired after more than 20 years of Inc, and others, we have established "Rebuild My Church," service to the school, by a multifaceted program that includes scholarships, naming the gymnasium for her. coursework, guest speakers, pilgrimages, community In 2000, Nativity’s service opportunities, internships, retreats and more. It is “Faith, Family, Future” cam- designed to help students at Marian College explore their paign, chaired by parish- ioners Paul Jennings and faith, their relationships, and their calling in life. Find out Donna Goebes, raised more today. Visit us at www.marian.edu on the web. pledges of $1,424,000 for a two-phase building project. The first phase with four air-conditioned classrooms was built in 2001 and opened in August of that year. FOR ADMISSIONS INFORMATION, The second phase, which CALL 1.800.772.7264 opened last month, included four more air-conditioned 3200 COLD SPRING ROAD classrooms for seventh- and INDIANAPOLIS,IN 46222-1997 eighth-grade students as well as a state-of-the-art computer lab, a teachers’ lounge, a multi-use confer- ence room and additional Strong Foundations. Remarkable Futures. restrooms. "REBUILD Peg Dispenzieri, now in my church" MARIAN COLLEGE her second year as Nativity’s principal, said the computer lab was furnished with a www.marian.edu $60,000 grant from a chari- table trust. All students will be able Page 8 The Criterion Friday, September 12, 2003

efforts to recognize each other as children of the same God PEACE and to promote mutual respect. PAPER continued from page 1 “With the weapons of prayer and of dialogue we will continued from page 1 walk on the path toward the future,” the pope said. Meetings such as those sponsored by Sant’Egidio offer a Andrea Riccardi, the founder of Sant’Egidio, told the impossible to study the effects of a traumatic event like realistic response, the pope said. They show the power of gathering, “There is too much pessimism around us, and it is the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, because researchers can’t prayers for peace and demonstrate the willingness of reli- presented as realism.” collect baseline data about how participants felt before the gious believers and nonbelievers to get to know each other He encouraged the religious leaders to “have the courage attacks. and to work together to overcome tension. to spark the hope of our world, to have the courage to make “You have to know ahead of time when an attack will “In a divided world, which is increasingly pushed toward it dream, to dream of peace, which is the most beautiful and occur,” he said. “Only the attackers know that, and they’re separations and particularities, there is an urgent need for realistic dream of humanity.” not going to do a study.” unity,” he said. “People of different religions and cultures Rabbi Israel Meir Lau, the former chief Ashkenazi rabbi Wolinsky’s research was made possible only by coinci- are called to discover the way of encounter and dialogue.” of Israel, told the gathering that he is “more pessimistic than dence. His team already had begun an investigation of The more people get to know, understand and respect 10 years ago” about the hopes for peace in the Holy Land. how patients with illnesses such as chronic obstructive each other, he said, the more able they will be to “disarm the However, he said, the fact that Christian, Jewish and pulmonary disease, congestive heart failure and asthma violent and call them back to reason and respect.” Muslim leaders from the region continue to dialogue and to felt about their lives. Pope John Paul told the leaders of the world’s major participate in gatherings like the Sant’Egidio meeting means Participants were asked questions about their mental Christian communities and Churches that he prayed efforts that some hope still exists. health, levels of personal stress and feelings of control to promote Christian unity would increase. “Everything can be resolved by talking and dialoguing,” over their lives. “The scandal of division can no longer be supported; it is he said, “but if someone starts shooting, you cannot talk.” “We saw an opportunity to gauge how this event a repeated ‘no’ to God and to peace,” he said. The Middle East peace process will not go forward until changed people’s feelings about their lives,” he said. Addressing the Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist and other non- acts of terrorism stop and both sides begin talking to each While feelings of personal stress and mental well-being Christian leaders present, the pope encouraged increased other again, the rabbi said. † did not change, participants were much more likely to report that they disagreed with statements such as “I am responsible for my own successes” and “my misfortunes are the result of mistakes I have made” than they were prior to Sept. 11, 2001. Researchers from the St. Louis Veterans Affairs Medical Center, the Indiana University School of Medicine, the Regenstrief Institute for Health Care in Indianapolis and the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis also participated in the study. The study, based on older adults receiving health care in Indianapolis and St. Louis, included an initial interview and six bimonthly follow-up interviews with 1,662 patients. Of these, 437 had the opportunity to complete only three interviews, and 291 of them completed all six interviews. The study revealed no noticeable changes in personal stress or mental health after the Sept. 11 attacks, but did reveal a decline in sense of control that was greater among those who were working for pay, had more comfortable incomes and reported greater religiosity. In determining why the terrorist attacks altered patients’ sense of control, the researchers concluded that a “sense of control is a representation of the patient’s view of the just world perspective.” The researchers concluded that an event of the magnitude of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks “would likely be viewed as a shocking violation of the just world perspective, especially among a cohort pre- disposed to claim responsibility for their own successes and failures.” Wolinsky said the findings are even more striking given that most subjects were 50 or older, an age at which peo- ple’s fundamental attitudes about the world tend typically not to change. “Somebody’s sense of control is usually fixed by their early 30s,” he said. “As people get older, an isolated event doesn’t rattle them much. This is an exception.” † CNS file photo by Bob Roller

A woman reflects at a makeshift memorial on a plot of grass across from the destroyed section of the Pentagon on Sept. 18, 2001. A St. Louis University researcher found that the Sept. 11 ter- rorist attacks changed deep-seated psychological assumptions, including the belief that life is at least relatively fair. The Criterion Friday, September 12, 2003 Page 9 D.C. voucher plan makes progress in House, Senate

WASHINGTON (CNS)—A Catholic schools official of their choice. Democrats are pledging to collect enough votes to form a described as “good news” the recent approval of a school The five-year pilot program aims to give hope to stu- filibuster. voucher initiative for the District of Columbia by a dents who attend “the worst schools in America,” accord- On Sept. 4, the Senate Appropriations Committee, in a U.S. Senate committee and the full House of ing to Rep. John Boehner, R-Ohio, chairman of the 16-12 vote, approved a $40 million plan that would pro- Representatives. Education and Workplace Committee. vide vouchers of up to $7,500 for about 2,000 low-income Oblate Father William Davis, assistant secretary for Critics of the House proposal, which is an amendment D.C. students to attend private, charter or public schools. Catholic schools and public policy for the U.S. Confer- to the District of Columbia appropriations bill, said it sig- In a session of heated debate, Sen. Pete Domenici, ence of Catholic Bishops’ Department of Education, has nified the abandonment of D.C. public schools and sug- R-N.M, described the public school system of the District been monitoring the voucher legislation closely. He said gested that money should instead be spent on fixing of Columbia, which teaches nearly 67,000 students, as a the narrow victory in the House (205-203) on Sept. 5 buildings and helping teachers. “broken-down, useless system.” does not open the door for federal approval of other Eleanor Holmes Norton, the district’s nonvoting delegate “If there is anything we don’t want to borrow from, it voucher plans. in Congress, told House members that by voting for vouch- is the D.C. schools,” he said. “It is the worst system in The priest said the legislation for D.C. vouchers was ers they would “send a signal to every private school in the America, and it is the most expensive.” separate from other voucher initiatives and noted, “We country [and] to every organization of private schools, that Opponents of the voucher plan said educational reform won’t get the votes for other scholarship programs.” this is the time to bring pressure to get the same private- would not come about by helping a small portion of stu- But he was quick to acknowledge that a victory for school deal that the District of Columbia got.” dents and called the plan an irresponsible use of tax dollars. D.C. vouchers is certainly a step in the right direction. Her amendment to eliminate the $10 million funding Washington Cardinal Theodore E. McCarrick has “It’s progress,” he told Catholic News Service on Sept. 5. for the voucher program failed on a tie vote of 203-203. endorsed the bill for its three-pronged approach—offering The $10 million voucher program plan approved by The full Senate is expected to vote on a similar five- $13 million for the scholarship program, $13 million for the House will provide $7,500 to at least 1,300 low- year voucher amendment the week of Sept. 8, as part of the charter schools and $13 million for public schools in income District of Columbia students to attend the school the District’s $5.6 billion 2004 budget, although the District of Columbia. † Cardinal Ratzinger says ‘weakness of faith’ behind sexual abuse BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (CNS)—“Weakness of faith” From a historical perspective, he said, “there have among Catholics a significant problem for pastoral work was the root cause of the sexual abuse crisis in the been other times at least as difficult as ours.” He cited the and said the Catechism of the Catholic Church is “a great U.S. Church, Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, prefect of the scandals in the papacy during the help” for renewing catechesis and evangelization today. Vatican Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, said Renaissance as an example. “The school of prayer is very essential” to the renewal in a television interview on Sept. 5. When asked about current of faith, he added. Interviewed on Eternal Word Television Network’s challenges to Church teaching on He said he sees signs of a new springtime in the “The World Over” program, the cardinal said priests sexuality, including movements Church in “really convinced communities,” including share in the weakness of all human beings, and if their for same-sex marriages and the young people, who embrace their faith with joy. faith is just an idea or hypothesis rather than a deep per- use of in vitro fertilization, sepa- He cited Catholic renewal movements such as sonal friendship with the Lord, they may give in to their rating procreation from the conju- Communion and Liberation, the Focolare movement and weaknesses. EWTN is based in Birmingham. gal act, Cardinal Ratzinger said, the Catholic charismatic renewal as “a sign of the spring- Cardinal Ratzinger said a lack of “conviction of the “It is always essential that the time and of the presence of the Holy Spirit today.” clear moral teachings of the Church” in recent decades nature of the human being is He said Pope John Paul II’s own “deep faith and also contributed to the clergy sexual abuse problem. given. ... God created man and love for the Lord” and his evident prayer life are The Church must do what it can to assure that such Cardinal Joseph woman to be one.” encouraging young people to a deeper faith and spiri- abuse does not happen again, he said, but he also warned Ratzinger He called attitudes of relativism tual renewal. † that the Church will always have sinners in its midst. “In the fields of the Church, there is not only wheat but chaff. ... This is the essence of the Church. The Lord sits at the table with sinners,” he said. Sponsor a Child at a Catholic Mission. St. Vincent de Paul It’s Affordable! Your opportunity to help a very poor child is members urged to much too important to miss. And Christian Foundation for Children and Aging (CFCA), an greater advocacy efforts international Catholic sponsorship program, can show you the affordable way. ATLANTA (CNS)—Advocacy must occupy a greater portion of the attention of members of the Society of For $20 a month, just 66 cents a day, you St. Vincent de Paul, the organization’s national leaders can help provide a poor child at a Catholic said at their 89th national meeting on Sept. 3-7 in Atlanta. mission with food, medical care, and the chance “We know the poor,” said national president Gene to go to school. (Sponsorship benefits may vary Smith in his state of the society address on Sept. 4, “and depending on needs.) You can literally change we hear their needs firsthand.” a life! The society is uniquely positioned to address the chal- lenges of speaking with and for them “to try to change As a sponsor, you'll feel confident knowing policies that reflect negatively on them,” he said. CFCA programs are run by Catholic lay and The organization has more than 100,000 volunteers religious missionaries deeply committed to the who served 14.5 million poor people last fiscal year, but poor. And you're assured that more than they did it primarily in one-on-one encounters in private 85 percent of your contribution is sent directly homes. to your sponsored child's mission program. “Advocacy has always been part of our mission,” said national executive director Roger Playwin. “Historically, When you sponsor, you'll receive a photo of it has been one-on-one: Mrs. Jones is getting her water your child, information about your child's family shut off, so we intervene with the water company. We and country, letters from your child, and the never spent as much energy on policy advocacy as we are CFCA newsletter. But, most of all, you'll receive now.” Little Maria's sad eyes tell the story of her the satisfaction of helping a poor child have a The next time the St. Vincent de Paul Society gathers difficult life. Her large family lives in a better life! as a whole will be in Washington in February 2004, one-room tin and cornstalk house in a village where members plan to join with other Catholic organiza- in Guatemala. They sleep on reed mats and And sponsoring is easy! Just fill out the tions to meet legislators with an agenda advocating basic cook over an open fire in clay pots. Poverty convenient form below or call us toll free at human needs be met for all people. hampers their opportunity for a better life. (800) 875-6564. Or visit us at www.cfcausa.org. A relatively new Voice of the Poor committee of the But, sponsorship is helping to give Maria Become a sponsor today. You'll be so glad St. Vincent de Paul Society is drafting a letter for the hope for her future. Please sponsor a child you did! Senate Finance Committee regarding welfare legislation. like little Maria today! While the society is placing a greater emphasis on speaking out on behalf of the most vulnerable groups in the country, Smith said, its members must “never lose Yes, I’ll help one child: Name (please print) sight of the importance of person-to-person service.” Any in most need Boy Girl Teenager Address Signs of growth were evident throughout the meeting I’ll contribute: City/State/Zip as Vincentians exchanged information about new pro- monthly $20 quarterly $60 grams and services, including a human services campus semi-annually $120 annually $240 Daytime phone ( ) in Phoenix and a new chapter—called a conference— Enclosed is my first contribution of $ . E-mail comprised of prisoners as an outgrowth of ministry in CFCA (Make check payable to CFCA.) Send to: Tehachapi, Calif. Catholic I’d prefer to bill my sponsorship payment to my credit card: Christian Foundation for The society, which describes itself as the largest Child VISA MC Discover AMEX Children and Aging (CFCA) Sponsorship Card No. Exp. Date P.O. Box 805105 Catholic lay volunteer organization in the country, added 160 new conferences in the United States during the past CHOOSE ONE Charge this time only Charge ongoing Kansas City, MO 64180-5105 I can’t sponsor now, but here’s my gift of $ . three years. But with only 7,000 youth members, Smith or call toll-free 1-800-875-6564 (100% of your gift is sent directly to the missions.) www.cfcausa.org said, they need more young people involved. 436 Please send me more information about sponsorship. A challenge facing the organization, which marked the Financial report available on request 170th anniversary of its founding in April 2003, is achiev- FOUNDED AND DIRECTED BY CATHOLIC LAY PEOPLE CRT 9/03 8/03 Donations are U.S. tax-deductible ing a richer ethnic mix in membership, Smith said. † Page 10 The Criterion Friday, September 12, 2003 Marian College awards dinner will raise scholarship funds

By Jennifer Lindberg The college allocates $5 million annu- University in Joliet, Ill. understanding of the issues and people ally for institutional aid. Last year, the O’Day has worked for more than that have played a crucial role in history,” Marian College of Indianapolis will event raised more than $300,000. This 30 years at St. Vincent Hospital in Guarino said. recognize three individuals and one orga- year’s goal is to raise $330,000. For the Indianapolis as part of the leadership team. Divita, also a writer, has extensively nization for their dedication to Fran- past 10 years, $1.7 million has been “Lynne is committed to efficient and chronicled Indiana’s ethnic and religious ciscan values at its annual “Opportunities raised for scholarships at Marian. effective care of our patients,” said heritage, and written several parish histo- for Excellence” scholarship dinner on This year’s Franciscan Value Award Daughter of Charity Sister Sharon ries in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. Oct. 7. recipients are: Lucious Newsome, Richardt, vice president of mission ser- He is also known for his work with the The dinner, which will begin at 7 p.m. M. Lynne O’ Day, James Divita and The vices for St. Vincent Hospital. “She uses Italian Heritage Festival and with Holy in the Physical Education Center on the St. Vincent de Paul Society an integrated team approach to deliver Rosary Parish in Indianapolis. Marian campus, is the college’s largest Lucious Newsome, a member of comprehensive, individualized patient care Divita and his wife, Mary Fran, are the fundraising event for scholarship aid. Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ Parish that emphasizes body, mind and spirit.” parents of four children. More than 95 percent of Marian students in Indianapolis, will receive the award Sister Sharon said O’Day takes the The St. Vincent de Paul Society will receive some form of financial aid. given to a community leader. Franciscan value of responsible steward- receive the service award for a business/ Marian College President Daniel Newsome arrived in Indianapolis ship seriously, directing her gifts of time, organization. Elsener said supporting the event helps 16 years ago to help with the annual talent and treasure toward the boards of The St. Vincent de Paul Society is a students and the Church. Mozel Sanders Thanksgiving Dinner. Marian College, the Rehabilitation service organization that cares for the “An investment in this event will create When it was over, he wanted to know Hospital of Indiana, Marquette Manor, poor and needy by distributing contribu- a return of magnanimous proportions,” who fed the hungry in Indianapolis the Gennesaret Free Clinic and St. Elizabeth tions of food, clothing, sick-room equip- said Elsener. “The students receiving other 364 days of the year. He later Ann Seton Hospital. ment and household goods. scholarships and financial aid as a result founded “The Lord’s Pantry.” Newsome’s O’Day has two children, one who also St. Vincent de Paul functions through of this event will receive an education volunteers give food, clothing and shelter attended Marian College, and one grand- the work of dedicated volunteers from steeped in the Catholic and Franciscan to the poor, help them pay utility bills and child. various parishes across the archdiocese. traditions. With this excellent education, make sure the homeless are buried with James Divita, a member of St. Gabriel It combines a stewardship mission that they will be of great service to the dignity. Parish in Indianapolis, will receive the advocates a just relationship among Church, community and world.” Newsome, 85, was a Baptist minister award for a Marian College faculty or neighbors and provides the means to rec- The event recognizes individuals and in his native Tennessee when he first vis- staff member. ognize and maintain the dignity of each organizations for demonstrating the teach- ited Indianapolis. He later joined the Divita, a retired professor of history, individual served. ings of St. Francis of Assisi, which form Catholic Church. taught for 30 years at Marian College. He St. Vincent de Paul reflects the the foundation of Marian’s philosophy, “There is an abundance of food for retired in May. Franciscan values of dignity of the indi- such as dignity of the individual, peace some and a scarcity for others,” Newsome Educated in Chicago Catholic schools, vidual, peace and justice, and responsible and justice, reconciliation and responsible said. “I just move the abundance to the Divita is a graduate of DePaul University stewardship because it serves “without stewardship. scarcity.” in Chicago and the University of fanfare or self-importance, simply The chairman of this year’s event, Newsome and his wife, Lorena, have Chicago. because the message of the Gospel directs Michael Alley, who is chairman and five children and six grandchildren. He decided to work at Marian College us to do so,” said Sister Margaretta Black, chief executive officer of electronic evo- M. Lynne O’ Day, a member of after being inspired by President John F. a member of the leadership council of the lutions inc., said, “One of the greatest St. Luke Parish in Indianapolis, will Kennedy’s call to service and because he Sisters of St. Francis Oldenburg. gifts we can give a young person is an receive the service award for a Marian wanted to use his talents in Catholic edu- education. Since getting to know Marian College graduate. cation. (For those interested in attending the din- College over the past few years, I have A graduate of Mercy Hospital School Former student David Guarino, a mem- ner, single tickets are available for $150. been impressed with not only the quality of Nursing, O’Day also has a bachelor’s ber of the Class of 2002 said Divita’s high For information about table sales or to of the education its students receive, but degree in nursing from Marian College standard of academic excellence left a purchase a ticket, contact the Institutional also the values that are part of its cur- (magna cum laude) and a master’s degree lasting mark on his life. Advancement Office at Marian College at riculum. in health administration from St. Francis “He provided me with a clear 317-955-6206.) †

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Dear Friend,

The theme for this year’s Catechetical Sunday— Sowers of God’s Peace—is a timely one. We live in a world where war is not uncommon, and where terror- ism threatens people around the globe. Our own lives at home, at work, and within our families and communities are often overshad- owed by situations that leave us feeling anxious and unsettled. The image of sowing the seeds of God’s peace, then, offers both comfort and hope. It reminds us to look to the coming of the Reign of God in its fullness, in which love will prevail above all else. Catechetical ministry is an especially effective opportunity to sow the seeds of God’s Word and his peace. The annual celebration of Catechetical Sunday is a way for parishes across the country to recognize and thank all those who give generously of their time and gifts in the world of catechesis. Sowing the seeds of God’s peace is a day-to-day process. As people of hope, we believe the Lord will help our seed-sowing efforts so that the Word will take root, blossom and spread. My prayer is that each of us will be filled with strength and hope as we continue to try to do Christ’s work of bringing the Gospel into a world that needs a true and lasting peace.

Sincerely in Christ,

Most Reverend Daniel M. Buechlein, O.S.B. Archbishop of Indianapolis Chairman, U.S. Bishops’ Committee on Catechesis Scientist asks questions about God’s will By Jennifer Lindberg

When Diane Stothard starting thinking about a career in religious education, her family and friends were worried. Stothard herself wasn’t sure if she was hearing God Photo by Jennifer Lindberg correctly. After all, she’d spent intense and grueling hours working for her Ph.D. in genetics. She wasn’t sure if she could or should leave all that hard work behind. It would also mean a 50 percent pay cut and a dra- matic lifestyle change from her current position as a sci- ence writer for Eli Lilly and Co. Previously, she had worked in a research lab. But the thought of becoming a director of religious education (DRE) wouldn’t go away. Like any good scientist, Stothard started asking ques- tions. Calling the Office of Faith Formation at the Archdio- cese of Indianapolis, Stothard explained what she was thinking and signed up for theology classes at Marian College in Indianapolis, all within one month. Explaining that she believes people should be informed about their faith and not make blind decisions, Stothard got busy trying to discern if a career in parish ministry was for her. She’s still discerning, but feels better prepared to listen to what God really wants. The thought of becoming a DRE began when a co- worker, who was a non-practicing Catholic, began asking her questions about why the Catholic Church had certain Diane Stothard, a member of St. Gabriel Parish in Indianapolis, has been asking herself questions about the direction God wants her life to rules and rituals. take. Stothard is discerning switching from a lucrative scientific career to parish ministry as a director of religious education to help “In the process of talking with him, I realized that [my inform others about the faith. faith] was something I was very passionate about, and I started thinking maybe I should go into religious educa- those around her. uncertain about her course. tion,” Stothard said. Recording a Christmas CD of sacred music also Some friends and family members told her they were The thought just popped into her head, she said. helped her realize that God gives wonderful gifts, such as glad she “didn’t take that Church job.” Yet the legwork had already started in the way her the ability to sing, but people don’t always use them to But Stothard thinks it just may not be the right time. faith was being formed. the fullest potential. Throughout the process, she’s had thoughts of making A member of St. Gabriel Parish in Indianapolis, All of these experiences have shaped her discernment sure she can keep her house and car. She ran the figures Stothard was involved in parish life from singing in the process, along with the recent Indiana Catechetical in a spreadsheet for the minimum amount of money she choir to lectoring. Leadership Skills Institute at Saint Mary-of-the Woods could make in ministry work, and keeps praying and Crediting the people of St. Gabriel for being a great near Terre Haute, where she spoke to DRE’s about their learning about her faith. witness to the faith and teaching her to be patient, experiences and the realities of their job. Jumping from her scientific background to ministry Stothard began to forget her timeline for getting things Realizing she did well on a perceiver test—given to work won’t be that difficult, she said. done. prospective DRE’s to determine if it’s the right career— Many people perceive it as being on opposite sides, “I was so caught up in my own grand plans, it did not Stothard keeps praying about her decision and taking the- but “I don’t see it that way,” Stothard said. occur to me that God works at his own pace,” Stothard ology classes. “Theologians and scientists ask the same questions, said. “For me, I think God calls all of us to do something,” but in a different way,” she said. “It’s all about who is While raised Catholic, Stothard, 36, only went to she said. “I think a call can be very painful, especially if God and what is God doing in the world. Scientists are Catholic grade school and received no more catechesis. you already have in your mind what your call is and then asking the same questions, but may not realize it.” “I realized that I was 30-something, but still had the God calls you to do something else.” Throughout her 18-month discernment process, faith knowledge of a 13-year-old,” she said. In her previous research job, Stothard said she wasn’t Stothard is learning to put aside her own ego and what She attended the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults passionate about her work and had already started look- she thinks needs to be done. classes to learn more about her faith and found that her ing elsewhere. She also realizes she needs to stop talking in prayer faith deepened after a mission trip to Guatemala, where She thought she would be a DRE, but a previous job and listen more to God, she said, although “I may be she realized her own faith lacked vitality compared to application at Eli Lilly became a reality, making her See SCIENTIST, page 12 Page 12 Religious Education Supplement The Criterion Friday, September 12, 2003 Holy Spirit catechists help children become strong in their faith

By Jennifer Lindberg offering a variety of class times that fit into many peo- Springer said she would encourage others to complete the ple’s schedule. courses. Holy Spirit Parish in Indianapolis is working on build- For example, one week was done during vacation “I was disappointed this year because we finished,” ing a strong laity to teach children the faith. Bible school so women could have their children in Bible she said. “This is refreshing. It brings me away from all This year, 13 out of 25 catechists for Sunday morning school and take the catechetical classes. my home commitments and makes me give a week to religious education completed Echoes of Faith—classes Classes were also offered on Saturdays or Sundays God. aimed at helping volunteer catechists learn their faith bet- after Masses. “It forces me to give time to God and to myself.” ter, increase their own personal prayer and give them The classes were either four or eight hours long, Sister Joann is hoping to start the next level of classes innovative ideas to use in the classroom. depending on the meeting time. Catechist classes that would earn catechists a catechist certification. The program is also for anyone who teaches the Rite included: Getting started as a catechist; roles of the cat- Those six classes are prayer and spirituality; Catholic of Christian Initiation of Adults or works in other adult echist; I believe, we believe (creed); grade-level meth- morality; the Creed and the Church; the person of the cat- faith formation activities. ods; liturgy and sacraments; the Bible; archdiocesan echist; the introduction to the learner and Faith 2000—the At Holy Spirit, Benedictine Sister Joann Hunt is using religion curriculum; and the Catechism of the Catholic test given in the archdiocese to assess if students are it for Sunday morning religious education classes. Church. learning their faith. “I think it is absolutely wonderful that the lay parish- Pam Springer, who teaches the second grade for Sister Joann said she likes promoting the classes ioners are willing to give so much time and energy to the Sunday morning religious education, said the classes because it helps teachers with lesson plans, classroom mission of the future Church,” Sister Joann said. broadened her thinking and allowed her to share ideas management and their own prayer life. “Without good catechists on the front lines, the next gen- with others. It also provides an example of stewardship, she said. eration won’t be a strong laity, but weaker and less “I think it makes you more aware to reach out to dif- “Besides donating their time every Sunday morning informed.” ferent ideas because everyone doesn’t think like you do,” for the classes, they are donating their time to do all this Sister Joann was pleased about how many catechists Springer said. “You also learn so much more about what training, and it is a huge commitment,” she said. “But it is took the seven classes to complete their certification as an you believe and knowing yourself better allows you to a terrific example to their own children and other people intern catechist. give more to the children you are teaching.” in the parish about the fact that we need to participate in She attributes it to a good teacher, Joann Wilson, and While taking the classes was an intense commitment, the life of the parish in many ways.” † Becoming ‘Sowers of God’s Peace’ helps bring healing to the world

By Harry Dudley where there is injury, pardon; • Act for justice. Share time, talent and financial where there is doubt, faith; assistance supporting institutions that are dedicated to The call to conversion and belief in the Gospel of the where there is despair, hope; taking care of the “least among us.” Whether we help at Kingdom—a Kingdom of justice, love and peace, and where there is darkness, light; a shelter for homeless people, purchase Third World in whose light we shall be judged— where there is sadness, joy … products that benefit the poor or purchase food in bulk is fundamental for catechesis We hope and believe that the Lord will help our peace- to give the extra to a parish pantry, these individual acts General Directory for Catechesis, sowing efforts. By being instruments of peace and sowers make an important difference in the lives of the poor #102. of God’s peace, the Word can take root, blossom and and in ourselves. Our world needs persons who are spread. • Choose the language of peace. Words hold great fully conscious of the fundamental Lives characterized by mercy, consistency, gentleness potential for being helpful or harmful. Cultivate ways of call of catechesis to be transformed and sincerity prepare the soil. Reaching out to those who speaking and writing that affirm and heal at home, in the into “Sowers of God’s Peace.” are marginalized, ignored and living on the fringes of the workplace and on the street. This year’s readings challenge us community creates the context for peace. • Encourage catechetical ministers. Remember that our to take to heart the prayer of During this year when the world—especially the ability to be sowers of peace has been nurtured by the St. Francis of Assisi: Middle East—desperately needs peace, we are all efforts of catechists who have formed us in the faith. Lord, make me an instrument of your peace; called to renew our commitment to be sowers of God’s Write a note, make a phone call or send an e-mail to a Where there is hatred, let me sow love; peace. catechist or catechetical leader in your parish. Let them Here are some simple ways we can do this: know you appreciate what they do as sowers of God’s • Pray for peace every day. Let the morning newspaper peace. or evening newscast serve as a trigger for devotion to St. Francis asked his followers to preach and teach the Faith Seeking prayer. Instead of being overwhelmed by accounts of war, Gospel of peace at all times “and sometimes even use violence, poverty and disease, be reminded by prayer of words.” My prayer is that our practices this week will Understanding God’s strength and abiding love. help us to be more conscious of how we can be better • Engage in communities of faith. Reactivate your “Sowers of God’s Peace” throughout the year. Master of Arts involvement in parish, archdiocesan or national organiza- in Pastoral Theology tions that work for justice and promote peaceful means of (Harry J. Dudley is the associate executive director for resolving conflicts. faith formation for the archdiocese.) † Saint Mary-of-the Woods College “The more informed you are about your faith, I think SCIENTIST the stronger your faith becomes.” continued from page 11 Her biggest piece of advice for anyone going through Distance Learning her same process is to educate yourself, have patience Format and wait for God to act. afraid to hear what he has to say.” “That can be frustrating to be patient,” she said. “But Prepares Women and Still, her experiences are helping her grow in her own in some ways, it is liberating because you don’t have to Men for Ministry faith and pushing her to want to help others grow in their live to a schedule. You know you can just be where God faith journey. wants to lead you.” Limited Time On She’s teaching Sunday morning religious education Campus classes and has found that her background in science is (If interested in learning more about ministry activities or an asset for a DRE. attending the next Indiana Catechetical Leadership Skills [email protected] “Science teaches you to ask questions,” she said. “If Institute scheduled for June 20-25, 2004, call the arch- 812-535-5206 people come to me with questions about their faith, I won’t diocesan Office of Faith Formation at 317-236-1446 or www.smwc.edu be afraid of those questions. If you question, it is OK. 800-382-9836, ext. 1446.) †

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Minnesota St., Indianapolis The Criterion Friday, September 12, 2003 Religious Education Supplement Page 13 Renovated CYO Camp Rancho Framasa ser ves groups year-round By Mary Ann Wyand programming always incorporates the camp Jules [Erwin] does a lot of communication constellations,” Erwin said. “We have a theme of “Catholic camping makes a dif- with group leaders before they arrive to great view of the night sky here.” NASHVILLE—God plus nature equals ference.” make sure that what they’re getting at camp Singing songs around a campfire is countless religious education opportunities Sullivan said renovations to winterize is what they really need, and we encourage another memorable camp experience. for children, teen-agers and adults who par- cabins and new construction in recent years people to ask questions about programs.” After spending time outdoors, Erwin ticipate in the new year-round outdoor pro- have given new life to the archdiocesan Spiritual-based programs include nature said, the winterized cabins and Outdoor grams at the archdiocesan Catholic Youth campground, which opened in 1946. hikes, campfire talks and an arts and crafts Program Center ensure that camp experi- Organization’s Camp Rancho Framasa in After 50-plus years, he said, CYO Camp session to make rosaries in the handicrafts ences are more comfortable for campers of scenic Brown County. “looks like it was built yesterday because building in the woods, Erwin said. “You all ages. “Our year-round outdoor education pro- of renovations on our old cabins, three new can make a rosary however you want as “We’re an all seasons camp now,” grams are meant to enhance classroom cabins and a new $1.7 million, 14,000- long as it has the right amount of beads and O’Brien said. “It’s part of our mission to experiences,” said Jules Erwin, outdoor square-foot dining hall that we call our you understand what they represent. We provide programs and services year-round ministry program director at CYO Camp. Outdoor Program Center. It provides meet- make crosses with twigs and wire or with to better serve youth. We see the outdoor “Programs are suited to a group’s needs.” ing space [and] a heated area for 200-some beads. We also have a session on how to education program as a definite need in the Specialized outdoor programming serves people to be able to gather and break bread pray the rosary.” archdiocese, and feel like our camp experi- students in Catholic schools, parish reli- and have a meal at one time.” Outdoor education activities focus on ences can be a great addition to the educa- gious education classes and youth groups, In a video prepared to market CYO topics ranging from Indiana history, envi- tion that the youth are getting in their she said, and complements retreat ministry Camp to groups, Sullivan explained that, ronmental science, astronomy, leadership Catholic schools and religious education for teen-agers and adults. “All around you, you see God’s created skills and character development. programs. Everything we do has a Catholic “Our educational programs are all cur- beauty and wonder, his power and his love. “We can do evening programs on the component.” † riculum-based and are set within a spiritual To have a hike at night here and a candle- framework,” Erwin said. “Groups can light service someplace deep in the woods choose to do a spiritual growth hour or provides the best [experience of] Church Martinsville students pray and maybe focus on leadership skills, character sometimes that we think we can have for development or team-building, but there’s some of the students that come here.” still going to be a religion component with Father Paul Shikany, pastor of St. Rose walk to make a difference prayers and activities. What better place to of Lima Parish in Franklin and Holy Trinity By Jennifer Lindberg students wrote and pasted on a prayer have worship time or to learn teamwork Parish in Edinburgh, is one of many arch- wall. and how to treat other people better than at diocesan priests who enjoy celebrating Walking for 24 hours to fight cancer One letter read, “Dear Lord, please CYO Camp?” Mass with campers at the renovated out- led to a lot of prayer time for religious help the people that are very ill. I ask for One-day and overnight programs at door amphitheater during summer months. education students at St. Martin of Tours you to heal them.” Camp Rancho Framasa include a variety of “What better place for the Church to be Parish in Martinsville. Another letter read, “Dear God, I don’t opportunities for prayer and reflection, she celebrated,” Father Shikany said in the pro- The parish hosted a Relay for Life know how many people are suffering said, at a number of memorable camp loca- motional video, “than in the outdoors with fundraising event to fight cancer in June. from cancer, but let this relay help those tions in the wooded hills or by the lake. the creation of God?” Students enrolled in Sunday morning reli- who need it most.” “We have one morning activity called Outdoor education programs are collab- gious education classes in grades five Combs said she was deeply moved ‘Daybreak’ right after breakfast when we orative efforts with teachers, youth minis- through 12 joined adults to walk around “emotionally and spiritually” by the sit and tell stories that are Scripture-based ters and retreat leaders, said Mary Beth the track at Martinsville High School. prayers written by the students. or that focus on good Catholic living,” O’Brien, assistant camp director. The relay theme, “The Power of “This was a great event for adults and Erwin said. “A good story with a moral les- “We want to provide what’s needed by Prayer,” was used to promote how prayer kids to come together and work as a team son sets a positive tone for the day’s experi- different groups,” O’Brien said. “We’ve is important. Students raised $1,800 for with the community to create an aware- ences.” created programs that we think fill the the event, said Cathy Combs, a youth ness of cancer, recognizing survivors and Camp director Kevin Sullivan, who has needs, but within those programs there is group volunteer. their families, and remembering the peo- worked at Rancho Framasa for 21 years, room for the specific needs of a particular Participants said the most moving part ple who lost their life to cancer,” Combs said CYO summer camp and year-round group or class. It’s definitely collaborative. of the walk were the personal prayers that said. †

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Page 14 Religious Education Supplement The Criterion Friday, September 12, 2003 Men’s ministry members in Columbus like to get up early for God By Mary Ann Wyand of Columbus explained. “The men that I’ve ministry and started participating in a Little “Doug Allen is such a perfect fit within met here have been pretty big influences Rock Bible Study group. the men’s ministry,” Glover said. “As a COLUMBUS—Men’s ministry pro- and given me quite a bit of direction.” “I didn’t get connected real well [in the master’s level counselor, he brings a clini- grams at St. Bartholomew Parish in Allen, who is a distance runner in spite parish] until I went on the men’s ministry cal sense and a spiritual sense [to the Columbus are intended to glorify God. of his vision impairment, was baptized and retreat to Saint Meinrad and was able to group] that helps teach and inspire us. Just Members of the group also have fun joined the Catholic Church at St. Mary really meet people,” he recalled. “I feel as perhaps we can help him with some of together as they grow in faith and friend- Parish in North Vernon after completing lucky to be a part of the men’s ministry, his challenges in terms of lack of vision, ship with men they might never have met the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and to have their friendship and prayer he can help us by feeding us in ways otherwise in the 1,516-household parish. process in 1997. support. It’s been a blessing.” where there might be cracks in our armor.” They meet for breakfast, prayers, faith- When he accepted a counseling position Allen can only see a little with his left Parishioner Ken McClaine, a 10-year sharing time and a program presented by a with the vocational rehabilitation service of eye, but doesn’t let his vision impairment member of the parish who volunteers as a guest speaker at 6:15 a.m. on the first the Indiana Family and Social Services affect his career and distance running. music minister, said the men’s ministry Thursday of every month in the social hall Administration, the job change required “I know people notice it and are inter- helps improve parish life by encouraging of St. Bartholomew Church. him to move from North Vernon to ested, but it’s really not my identity,” he greater participation in activities and build- The men enjoy getting up early to spend Columbus in January 2002. said. “I want people to be inspired and ing friendships with the pastor and associ- time with God, and they often attend the St. Bartholomew parishioners are understand that, whatever kind of problems ate pastor. 7:30 a.m. Mass together. friendly, Allen said, but after he joined the you’re facing, you offer that up to God as a “Men’s ministry is an important niche “The men’s ministry is a very big part parish last year he felt like the new kid on personal sacrifice and go on about your for parish life in general,” McClaine said. of my faith walk,” parishioner Doug Allen the block until he joined the men’s life. Running is a big part of my life, but “It’s like the hub of the wheel. I think men prayer is at the forefront of everything I have a harder time than women do getting do. That’s number one.” together and talking about God. This min- Allen’s upbeat approach to his life cir- istry helps men do that. The biggest benefit cumstances inspires other members of the for me has been seeing that I’m not alone men’s ministry. when I have problems.” Walter Glover, a member of the parish Parishioner Eric Fay and his wife, since 1972, helped found the men’s min- Phuong-Linh, moved from Nashville, They renewed my passion istry about seven years ago. Tenn., to Columbus two years ago. He “The first thing we did was get together appreciates the volunteer opportunities that on Saturday mornings to pray about starting the men’s ministry offered him as a new- for helping others. a ministry for men in the parish,” he said. comer. “We didn’t have a vision. It was an out- “We were pretty active in our church in growth of our participation in Promise Nashville,” Fay said, “but when we moved Keepers. We were sent back to our churches here we didn’t know anyone. We had been Pictured are 2003 graduate Linda Wilson (seated) and some of her favorite professors. and our parishes to figure out what men’s coming to church at St. B’s for about a Left to right are Margaret D. "Peggy" Keen, M.S.N., R.N., Juanita Brand, M.S., R.N., John Buben, Ph.D., and Sr. Monica Zore, O.S.F., M.A. ministry would be like. We prayed for four month when I read a notice about the or five Saturdays and then, through the Holy men’s ministry breakfasts. I saw it as an Spirit, had something of a vision of what opportunity to meet people and get that ministry could look like.” involved in the parish, so I started going to Since then, he said, the men’s ministry the breakfasts and made a lot of really has had a positive impact on parish life. good friends. That’s how I met Doug. He “There are at least 30 men at every runs mini-marathons, and I’m a runner too. breakfast,” Glover said. “The first year, we We started running together every Tuesday, took 25 men to the retreat at Saint and we’ve been good friends ever since.” Meinrad. More than 50 men went to the Glover is happy that men of all ages last retreat there in January.” participate in the men’s ministry. Their faith-based friendships are a great “We’ve got another generation of vol- support system, he said, and everyone who unteers we can hand the men’s ministry participates in the men’s ministry seems to to,” he said, “and we know it’s in good benefit in different ways. hands.” † Film inspires adult faith formation activities at Jeffersonville parish

By Jennifer Lindberg better. You are having a good time and learning something, too.” It was an unlikely character that kicked Classes ranged from as few as 10 people off a series of adult faith formation events to as many as 60 parishioners each Sunday. at Sacred Heart Parish in Jeffersonville. Participating in the events helped Enter the movie Schrek, the story of an Crawford grow in her faith. ogre whose life is dramatically changed “It does my heart good,” she said. “I’m when fairy tale characters show up at his a convert and I’ve embraced this religion. swamp home. After seeking to get rid of Anything I can do to spread that word to them, he is told he will only receive help lead people to know what Sacred Heart The Value of a Catholic Education from the evil Lord Farquaad if he saves a [Parish] has to offer is worth it.” princess from a dragon. She’s also found that listening to other For admissions information, call 1.800.772.7264. The moral of the story surrounds friend- people’s questions helps her learn more ship and love. Members of at Sacred Heart about her faith. Parish in Jeffersonville figured out how to Bob and Georgia Leonard, parishioners make the story line relevant to their own since 1965, said they like the focus on adult As a licensed practical nurse of 13 years, I returned to college to complete the parish community by forming the Sacred formation. requirements for a bachelor's degree in nursing. Marian's professors reached Heart Adult Religious Education “Somebody told me a long time ago that out to me with a passion for teaching and helping others, and reminded me that Catechesis. you can’t be Catholic alone,” Georgia those qualities are also in me as a nurse. The art and science of nursing impacts Kicking it off with the movie, complete Leonard said. “I feel like if I’m not grow- everyone in our community with positive outcomes. My B.S.N. degree from with popcorn, and inviting the entire fam- ing in my faith I have to be shrinking. Marian allows me to make a difference in my workplace, church, and community. ily, the adults later answered reflection There is no middle ground there. Either questions on friendship, such as what you are growing or not, and this also helps makes a friend in Christ or how friends for- me to meet with my parish family.” give each other, said Bill Hunn, director of Her husband, Bob, thinks that the pro- Linda Wilson religious education for the parish. gram fills a gap in the Catholic faith for Currently employed as a graduate nurse on a medical/surgical unit The group meets between the parish’s adults by engaging in peer learning and dis- at Community Hospital North. two Sunday Masses from September to cussions about “things they never thought Marian College, B.S.N. in Nursing '03 May, where they learn about a variety of about or an experience they never had. Gary Roosevelt High School '78 topics from Vatican II to an explanation of “It’s been a learning experience for me the sacraments or a program on how the and helps my faith,” Bob Leonard said. Golden Rule is presented in various reli- “The point that we are together and learn- gions. ing together ... and sharing our faith is very Some classes also focused on secular important.” Strong Foundations. Remarkable Futures. topics, such as wills, trusts and drug pre- The adult faith formation committee is vention. getting ready for this fall’s series of events MARIAN COLLEGE The idea became a reality after many that will include a dinner, a nun speaking parishioners began asking for some way to about her missionary work on an Indian INDIANAPOLIS continue their faith formation after the reservation and another movie to kick it all www.marian.edu Christ Renews His Parish program. off. The Lion King is this year’s theme. Parishioner Judy Crawford attended all “I know people probably think we are of the planned programs. crazy,” Crawford said. “But there are a lot “I like the intermingling with other of themes in that movie”—ones they plan members of the parish,” she said. “It’s a to use to showcase what being a parish good opportunity to get to know people community is all about. † A supplement to Catholic newspapers published by Catholic News Service, 3211 Fourth Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20017-1100. All contents are copyrighted © 2003 by Catholic News FaithAlive! Service. As the body of Christ, we can heal racial differ ences By Fr. Maurice J. Nutt, C.S.S.R. Parishioners in the Diocese of Gary, Ind., listen as their Have you ever noticed that when the bishop discusses his new topic of race or racism is mentioned, we pastoral letter on the “sin typically become uncomfortable? of racism” during a Sept. 7 Our emotions may range from embar- prayer service at Holy rassment, guilt or shame to anger, hurt or Angels Cathedral in Gary. pain. I believe that these emotions will per- Bishop Dale J. Melczek’s sist unless we as the body of Christ deal letter, “Created in God’s with the matter of racial differences openly Image: A Pastoral Letter on and honestly. the Sin of Racism and a The Church has issued many documents Call to Conversion,” calls regarding racism, including the U.S. bish- upon the Catholic commu- ops’ pastoral letter on racism in our day, nity to examine racism in “Brothers and Sisters to Us,” in 1979 or the people’s individual lives, in pastoral letter on racism, “Dwell in My institutions and in culture. Love,” by Cardinal Francis George of Chicago in 2001. Catholic Church teaching adamantly abhors and challenges racism, and acknowledges it as sin. “Brothers and Sisters to Us” stated, “Racism is the sin that says some human beings are inherently superior and others essentially inferior because of race.... It Northwest Indiana Catholic mocks the words of Jesus: ‘Treat others the way you would have them treat you.’ Indeed, racism is more than a disregard for the words of Jesus; it is a denial of the truth

of the dignity of each human being CNS photo by Karen Callaway, revealed by the mystery of the Incarnation.” As an African American, I was taught morning litugies. They wanted to become ‘white friends.’ Those ladies are my sisters parish, workplace or school whom you by my parents not to hate or disrespect better acquainted so they formed the Third in Christ, and I love them.” need to get to know? those who mistreat people of our race. Saturday of the Month lunch club. On A third woman explained, “Our meals Why not begin breaking down barriers I later learned that ignorance is at the some Saturdays they would go to restau- are sacred. It is a continuation of the and building new relationships with those root of racism. People are not innately rants, and on other Saturdays they would eucharistic unity that we share together on who may be different from you? racist; it is a learned behavior. And racist dine at their respective homes. Sunday mornings.” Difference is not necessarily bad. It’s behavior is taught and modeled in many “I wanted our bond to go beyond Undoubtedly, these women are working just different! instances by people we hold in great church,” one of the women explained. toward real racial reconciliation. They have regard—grandparents, parents, teachers, “Although we were of different races, we entered into each other’s worlds and have (Redemptorist Father Maurice J. Nutt is clergy and religious. had so much in common.” found genuine bonds of friendship. director of the Redemptorist African- Many “recovering racists” acknowledge Another woman said, “They are not my Is there someone of another race in your American Ministry Initiative in Chicago.) † that it is only when they associate with people of other races and learn from their interactions that they sincerely confront and Each person is an image of God on Earth eradicate their racist attitudes. While I am not aware of any explicit By Daniel S. Mulhall But racism says, “God made me in the The U.S. bishops, in “Brothers and programs where local parishes are con- divine image, but not you; Jesus died for Sisters to Us” in 1979, called racism “a fronting racism, many dioceses have spon- Christians believe that God was one of me, but not for you.” sin that divides the human family, blots sored workshops on racism, cultural sensi- us, that Jesus—the Son of God—became The Catechism of the Catholic Church out the image of God among specific tivity and diversity. man and lived among us, like us in all (#1929-1938) calls us to respect other members of that family and violates the Sometimes it is not so formal. I know of things but sin. people’s dignity and teaches us to see fundamental human dignity of those one particular parish that, while primarily Because Jesus became man, he made a other people as “other selves” (#1931). called to be children of the same Father.” African-American, has an inviting spirit gift to humanity of a special dignity that Quoting Vatican Council II’s “The Racism destroys the bond between and good liturgies that draw many whites was given originally in creation: “Then Church in the Modern World” (#29), the people, preventing us from sharing our to the parish. African Americans and whites God said, ‘Let us make man in our image, catechism condemns racism: “Every form gifts freely. sit side by side at worship every Sunday. after our likeness’ ” (Gn 1:26). of … discrimination … on the grounds of Four women in this parish, two African All of which reveals a great truth: sex, race, color, social conditions, lan- (Daniel S. Mulhall is assistant secretary American and two white, who worship When you look at another human being, guage or religion must be curbed and for catechesis and inculturation in the each Sunday in the same pew, decided not you are seeing something truly amaz- eradicated as incompatible with God’s U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ to limit their relationship simply to Sunday ing—you are seeing an image of God! design” (#1935). Department of Education.) † Discussion Point Parish can work to end racism This Week’s Question congregations to produce joint services and to serve a transitional housing organization for the homeless. We Describe an effort of your parish, school or diocese to have featured Asians in our newsletter.” (Francis A. combat racism. Spelman, Seattle, Wash.) “We [St. Ignatius Loyola Parish] have had a series of “We [Immaculate Heart Parish] are a primarily white talks on contemporary moral theology by [Jesuit] parish. We get together twice a year with a parish that Father James Keenan, which included the issue of is primarily black to celebrate our faith, to make new racism. Father Keenan is coming back ... to address friends and to enjoy each other’s gifts.” (Debbie specific questions raised during his first presentations.” Gartner, St. Louis, Mo.) (Mary Naughton, New York, N.Y.) Lend Us Your Voice “Assumption [Parish] has between 600 and 700 fami- lies, mostly Caucasian, with a few minorities.... Our An upcoming edition asks: Have you ever made a pil- pastor speaks often about Jesus’ love for and interac- grimage—a religious pilgrimage or one to a place of Northwest Indiana Catholic tion with marginalized people in Israel.... Our Faith in personal interest to you? What was important about Action Team contributes to other Seattle parishes in this for you? need.... Our St. Vincent de Paul [conference] helps a To respond for possible publication, write to Faith food bank in a black parish. Our interfaith commission Alive! at 3211 Fourth St. N.E., Washington, D.C. works with Jewish, Protestant and Muslim 20017-1100. † CNS photo by Karen Callaway, Page 16 The Criterion Friday, September 12, 2003 Perspectives From the Editor Emeritus/John F. Fink The Bottom Line/Antoinette Bosco Important events: The first social encyclical An anniversary

Forty-sixth in a series France and Robert Owen in England Leo XIII said but, coming as it did during preached socialism in the 1830s. the Great Depression, it had a note of that will not On May 15, 1891, Pope Leo XIII pub- Socialism is based on the common owner- urgency. It also took aim at the totalitarian lished the encyclical Rerum Novarum ship of property and equal distribution of threats posed by German Nazism, Italian be forgotten (“On the Condition of income and wealth. Karl Marx and Fascism and Russian communism. Human Labor”). It Friedrich Engels went a step farther in World War II and its aftermath stalled Sept. 11 never again will be an ordinary marked the beginning 1848 when they published the Communist further developments in the Church’s social day in America. Memories of an unbeliev- of the Church’s social Manifesto, demanding a complete aboli- teachings, but Pope John XXIII issued two able act of terror that justice movement. It is tion of private property. social encyclicals: Mater et Magistra brought death and the 46th on my list of Pope Leo XIII defended the right to (“Christianity and Social Progress”) and mourning into our the 50 greatest events own private property, but said that that Pacem in Terris (“Peace on Earth”). Pope lives will haunt us in Catholic history. right required just wages for workers. He Paul VI wrote Populorum Progressio into the future. Rerum Novarum defended the right of workers to organize (“Development of Peoples”) in 1967. Yet, for all the was the Church’s into unions to balance the needs of capital Several of the documents of the Second tragic stories, a spirit response to the harsh and labor. But he soundly rejected social- Vatican Council emphasized the Church’s emerged that brought conditions that accompanied the Industrial ism, saying that if socialism were ever teachings about social justice, especially new inspiration to Revolution, generally believed to have implemented the workers would be its Lumen Gentium (“Dogmatic Constitution many, reviving the begun around the year 1760. A series of first victims (which, of course, is what on the Church”) and Gaudium et Spes belief that, as the mechanical inventions changed the western happened later in communist countries). (“Pastoral Constitution on the Church in French writer Albert Camus maintained, world from an agricultural to an industrial The encyclical introduced the concept the Modern World”). Dignitatis Humanae there is “much more to be admired than society. The inventions required factories of subsidiarity—that laws should go no (“Declaration on Religious Freedom”) despised” in humankind. where workers—men, women and chil- further than necessary to remedy evils or stated that freedom of religion is a basic One story that touched me was the way dren—were hired to work on machines. remove dangers. He said that the Church’s human right. people in a small town in Newfoundland, Along with the changes, though, unbri- vision of society was one in which people Pope John Paul II issued three social for the better part of a week, opened their dled capitalism resulted in workers living had different ranks and functions. encyclicals: Laborem Exercens (“On hearts and homes to strangers stranded there in poverty while owners of factories pros- In 1931, 40 years after Rerum Novarum, Human Work”), Sollicitudo Rei Socialis when U.S. airports were closed on 9/11. pered. Long hours and low wages were Pope Pius XI published Quadragesimo (“On Social Concerns”), and Centesimus Thirty-eight jetliners bound for the United common as employers tried to produce as Anno (literally “The Fortieth Year” but Annus (“The 100th Year”), the last mark- States were forced to land in the small com- much as possible at the minimum cost. known as “On Reconstruction of the Social ing the centenary of Leo XIII’s Rerum munity of Gander. More than 6,000 U.S. To counter capitalism, Pierre Leroux in Order”). This encyclical reaffirmed what Novarum. † travelers were stranded there, but so warmly received and aided by Gander’s people that Cornucopia/Cynthia Dewes the story of their love and compassion will be told for a long time to come. The story of their generosity and caring Maybe I’ve seen too many Italian movies has been told by Jim DeFede in a book titled The Day the World Came to Town It’s not Saturday afternoon, but never- start a homey Italian place (what a sur- friends, cheered on by the restaurant staff (Regan Books). theless I must confess that I’ve recently prise, his name is Rocco) with food and and other patrons. We witnessed various His report of their remarkable humanity watched the entire run atmosphere he remembered from child- amorous assignations between employees, and kindness earned a Christopher Award, of a TV series called hood, yet trendy enough for sophisticated and jealousies between a couple of “hot and I had the privilege of meeting DeFede “The Restaurant.” urban tastes. blond” bartenders. and hearing his story at the event. This is sinful mainly We saw him search for a cozy venue We saw food being dressed, chopped, I think I’ll remember what happened in because I’d vowed similar to his family home in Queens, in breaded, fried, garnished and served one- Newfoundland every Sept. 11. For, as never to watch one of which he’d enjoyed wonderful Italian handed in ways that defied gravity. We DeFede said, these townspeople “affirmed the new “reality” meals. Helping him was his authentic heard mentioned the exotic names of the the basic goodness of man at a time when shows, which I con- Italian Mama, a charming lady who had a various dishes, and the litany of duck, it was easy to doubt such humanity still sider trashy attempts heavy accent and looked like a hardworking lamb, suckling pig, aragula and porcini existed.” by television networks immigrant. Early every morning, she made mushrooms included in them. For me, that I will also remember Jennifer Sands to win ratings with what were declared to be the most delicious was the best part, food and words being every Sept. 11. Her story touched me as cheaply produced, dishonest trash. meatballs anywhere. She also mothered and among my favorite things. no other one has. She lost her husband Actually, I was suckered into this crime endeared herself to all the employees. In the last show, everything had more that day of tragedy, becoming a young because I thought the series was some The plot thickened when the site had to or less come together so that the restau- widow who had to search her soul to dis- kind of semi-documentary account of be ready in less than half the usual time. rant was booming, the staff was efficient cover who she would now become. starting a restaurant. I was fooled because Then, there were betrayals, incompetence and the customers happy. So, Rocco and The young woman, a pharmacist, had the chefs were forever depicted sauteing and turf infighting among employees. Not Mama took the entire staff to the waited a long time to find the right man to peppers and onions, tossing their frying to mention that Mama took sick once and Hamptons for a long day of fun at the share her life with her. She and James pans and throwing in spices and hunks of we saw Rocco lovingly carrying a tray of beach. Music up. Sand Jr. met on a blind date. Both were cheese from a foot away. food to her apartment upstairs. Come to think about it, maybe some mature adults who had hoped eventually to This impressive spectacle assured me So, now we knew that a) Rocco was a kinds of reality TV are OK after all. I find “the right one.” From that first date, that I was indeed watching a real restau- good guy; b) Mama was a true Italian who mean, despite having to sit through all they were “inseparable,” eventually having rant in operation. Real, get it? But, dumb could cook wonderful Italian stuff; c) not that scripted angst, what could be wrong “a big, fat Catholic wedding,” said, giving a me, I was hooked before I realized that it only had she raised her son right, but also when ethnic charm and scrumptious food glimpse of her sense of humor. The bride, was really a show. inspired him to be a great chef; and d) we triumph in the end? five years later, was a widow. The story, if you could call it that, desperately wanted this restaurant to suc- On that fateful morning, Jim Sand had involved a New York restaurateur named ceed. Reality TV at its best! (Cynthia Dewes, a member of St. Paul the gone to the World Trade Center to his Rocco who was already the proprietor of We lived through two or three marriage Apostle Parish in Greencastle, is a regular office at Cantor Fitzgerald. When the terri- two restaurants in that city. He aimed to proposals by customers to their girl- columnist for The Criterion.) † ble events were being reported, Jennifer remembers screaming, “What happened?” Faithful Lines/Shirley Vogler Meister and hearing, “His tower collapsed.” And then she did, too. Now began her new journey. Through Blushing is more than a surface problem horror and grief and spiritual darkness, she desperately sought answers. A devout Earlier in life, I avoided speaking cation of Complications: A Surgeon’s • To confront the psychological cruelty Catholic, she turned to God, often scream- before groups because, despite apparent Notes on an Imperfect Science by the surrounding ICE; ing the “Why?” we all ask when the unex- calm, I would blush. same Dr. Atul Gawande. “Crimson Tide” • To encourage sufferers to seek help; plained, the unbelievable happens. Then I was thrust into is a chapter in this excellent book. • To form support groups; In time, she found she could not blame the public eye after Since the New Yorker story, Christine has • To educate the U.S. medical community God. She tells the story of her loss and the success of books married. She is now Christine Drury Van about ICE, a condition that has a cure— then of finding her way—a way where that featured my Marter—a “cradle Catholic” whose hus- a 20-minute outpatient procedure pio- God would become her greatest support— poetry. At one pro- band, Mike, joined the Church as an adult. neered by vascular surgeons in Sweden; in a moving book, A Tempered Faith, gram, my blushing They are members of St. Luke Parish in • To increase public awareness. Rediscovering Hope in the Ashes of Loss was so severe that it Indianapolis, where she serves as a lector. Christine’s Red Mask programs and (The Olive Press). registered on pho- ICE is an ironic acronym for what media contacts have occurred at home One place she found help was in the tographs. untold numbers of men, women and chil- and abroad, and she spoke at the fourth writings of Max Lucado, who said some- So, I was intrigued dren suffer, usually silently but often with International Symposium for thing we all can learn from: “Bitterness is by an article in the Feb. 12, 2001 issue of ridicule. For me, even holding ice on my Sympathetic Surgery in Finland. She also its own poison. You can choose, like New Yorker magazine by Dr. Atul face doesn’t calm prolonged blushing. It founded an informative Internet site, many, to chain yourself to hurt. ... Or you Gawande titled “Crimson Tide.” His story can happen anywhere at any time for no www.redmask.org. can choose, like some, to put away your about an Indianapolis television reporter, apparent reason. I’ve even blushed when She can be contacted by e-mail at hurts before they become hates. How does Christine Drury, told of an agonizing receiving the Eucharist, absorbed in a [email protected] or God deal with your bitter heart? He blushing history that led to her being book or quietly writing poetry. [email protected] or by writing the Red reminds you that what you have is more medically treated for Idiopathic Severe blushers know how detrimental Mask Foundation Inc., P.O. Box 2488, important than what you don’t have. You Craniofacial Erythema (ICE). Then I this is to a professional life. Christine, Indianapolis, IN 46206-2488. still have your relationship with God. No immediately lost the article until it sur- however, researched ICE well, finding one can take that.” faced again earlier this year. relief through simple surgery. She eventu- (Shirley Vogler Meister, a member of A week later, an ad in The New York ally “felt led by God” to establish The Red Christ the King Parish in Indianapolis, is (Antoinette Bosco is a columnist for Times Book Review announced the publi- Mask Foundation, Inc., whose purpose is: a regular columnist for The Criterion.) † Catholic News Service.) † The Criterion Friday, September 12, 2003 Page 17

Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross/ Msgr. Owen F. Campion The Sunday Readings Daily Readings Monday, September 15 Friday, September 19 Sunday, Sept. 14, 2003 Our Lady of Sorrows Januarius, bishop and martyr 1 Timothy 2:1-8 1 Timothy 6:2c-12 • Numbers 21:4b-9 It is an obvious reference to the cruci- Psalm 28:2, 7-9 Psalm 49:6-10, 17-20 fied Jesus. In reading this section, recol- • Philippians 2:6-11 John 19:25-27 Luke 8:1-3 • John 3:13-17 lecting a time in the life of Jesus long before Calvary, it is important to note that or Luke 2:33-35 the Gospels are not diaries of Jesus, not Saturday, September 20 This weekend, the Church celebrates day-by-day reports of the ministry of Jesus Tuesday, September 16 Andrew Kim Taegõn, priest the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy as this ministry unfolded each day. Cornelius, pope and martyr and martyr Cross. It supplants the Rather, they are the memories of Jesus observance of the composed years after the Lord by those Cyprian, bishop and martyr Paul Chõng Hasang, martyr Twenty-fourth Sunday who knew Jesus, or by those who knew 1 Timothy 3:1-13 and their companions, martyrs in Ordinary Time. persons close to Jesus. In other words, Psalm 101:1-3, 5-6 1 Timothy 6:13-16 The Book of when this Gospel was written, including Luke 7:11-17 Psalm 100:2-5 Numbers provides the this section, the Christians knew about the Luke 8:4-15 first reading. Crucifixion. It had occurred a while Wednesday, September 17 Numbers is the before. They easily could connect the fourth book in event in Numbers with the event of the Robert Bellarmine, bishop and Sunday, September 21 sequence of the Bible. Lord’s death. doctor Twenty-fifth Sunday in Attributed originally to Each event was an expression of God’s 1 Timothy 3:14-16 Ordinary Time Moses, this book is one of the five books saving power. It was a power exercised in Psalm 111:1-6 Wisdom 2:12, 17-20 of the Pentateuch. These five books also love. Most importantly, only God could Luke 7:31-35 Psalm 54:3-4, 5, 6-8 are called the Torah, and together they provide the protection. form the basis of the Jewish religion. James 3:16-4:3 In this reading, recalling the flight of Reflection Thursday, September 18 Mark 9:30-37 the Hebrew people across the Sinai From New Testament times, Christians 1 Timothy 4:12-16 Peninsula from Egypt toward the land that have realized that belief in Jesus is their Psalm 111:7-10 God had promised them, conditions had salvation. They also have realized that in Luke 7:36-50 reached such a bad point that the people the Crucifixion, Jesus achieved salvation grumbled and indeed doubted God. for the world. God had spared the people many things. Paul proudly declared that he preached This time, as punishment for their sins, the Christ, and that indeed he preached Christ Question Corner/Fr. John Dietzen people lost God’s protection. The desert crucified. More than 16 centuries ago, the then was filled with vipers and poisonous Emperor Constantine built a great church snakes and insects, as indeed it is filled in Jerusalem to commemorate the death of All Church teachings are today. Unprotected because of rejecting Christ on Calvary. God, the people were prey to these ven- This imperial interest gave rise in omous animals. Many people died. Middle Eastern Christianity to a feast of not official articles of faith Moses called them back to God. At the cross. The feast celebrated this week- God’s direction, Moses lifted a serpent on end is a product of this initial interest. I find it difficult to believe some which they already possess.” a pole and held the pole aloft. He promised The cross for Christians is a symbol of QChurch teachings that it seems all In other words, while some teachings that if any victim of snakebite looked upon the profound love that God has for Catholics are supposed are clearly articles of Catholic faith (the this staff, he or she would be healed. humankind. First, God sent Jesus, the Son to accept, even some primacy of the bishop of Rome for one), Once more, God provided salvation. By of God, the Second Person of the Blessed published in the determining the theological note of others God’s power alone, the people avoided Trinity, as Redeemer. Jesus was more Catechism of the may require serious study and research death, even those people bitten by danger- than a messenger or an instrument of Catholic Church. concerning their development in the magis- ous serpents. God’s will and of God’s love. He was, Is there such a thing terial history of the Church. The mere fact The Epistle to the Philippians provides and is, God. as a “range” of that they are in the Catechism of the the second reading. He avoided nothing to make real God’s required faith in Catholic Church is not enough to make Scholars say that this section of love. Rather than compromise or deny the Catholic doctrines or such a judgment. Philippians is not a narrative, but rather a purpose of the Redemption, Jesus endured are they all one level, hymn. Once it was sung, probably used by the fearful death of crucifixion. He loves to be accepted by A few years ago, my wife and I, after the early Christians in their worship. us with a perfect and unqualified love. everyone in the same way? (California) Qconsulting with our associate pastor, Even not set to music, and even without Secondly, we cannot attain salvation on decided on cremation after our deaths. congregational melody, it is magnificent in our own. We are at the mercy of the There is in Catholic theology what the We’ve noticed that when the ashes are the depth of its praise of Jesus the Lord. vicious serpents of our day, none more Acatechism (#90 and #234) calls a hier- present for the funeral, the ceremony is St. John’s Gospel is the source of the vicious than Satan, the serpent of Genesis. archy of doctrines or truths, since they vary called a memorial Mass. Why would the last reading. However, we have nothing to fear. Evil in their relation to the foundations of the ashes not be treated as an embalmed body, This reading refers to the section of the cannot overwhelm us. Death has no sting. Christian faith. This means that some doc- with a white cloth over the urn to recall Book of Numbers read on this feast for the If we set our eyes on the cross, intent upon trines are more closely linked to divine rev- baptism, as when the body is in a casket? first reading. It identifies Jesus with the the love of God and determined to respond elation in the Scriptures or in Christian tra- (Ohio) saving act of God, given through Moses, with our own complete love, we shall live dition. as described in Moses. forever. † The doctrine of the Incarnation, that As long as the family means no disre- Jesus is a divine person with two natures, Aspect for the body or for our faith, cre- human and divine, is more essential and mation is no longer forbidden. In fact, the My Journey to God basic than belief in guardian angels. funeral rite of the Church explicitly pro- Over the centuries, Catholic theologians vides for cremation ceremonies have assigned to individual doctrines what (Introduction to the Rite of Funerals and are called theological notes, indicating the Canon #1,176). connection they have to basic Christian rev- To respond to your question, even when I Thank Thee, Lord elation. These notes are determined by the cremation is planned, the Church urges I thank Thee, Lord, for happy, homespun source for the teachings, how they devel- that, if at all possible, the body of the things: oped in the Church’s tradition, how they deceased person be present for all funeral Companionship and coffee with a friend, relate to other dogmas and so on. These liturgies—vigil service, Mass and prayers The chime of windbells and the bird that notes range from “defined faith” to “of of commendation at the end of Mass. sings, faith because of ordinary teaching of the Cremation would follow. The fragrance that Your lovely flowers universal magisterium” to “common and This avoids the problem you asked send. certain,” all the way down to “offensive to about since the body would be present at pious ears,” with at least a dozen other cat- the Church’s liturgy as for any other I thank Thee, Lord, for pure translucent egories in between. funeral. With permission of the bishop, lace Several years ago, someone claimed that however, cremated remains may be present That hangs in shining points from frosty a particular teaching was an article of faith in the church during the Mass. eaves, because it was in the catechism. Since the The Church does not enter into detail

And for the glowing fire whose golden CNS photo by Bill Wittman bishops of the world had been consulted about the reasons for its special regulations grace before publishing the catechism, so the for funerals with the urn of ashes present at The winter cold unfailingly relieves. I thank Thee, Lord, for bees and argument went, the teaching was infallible. the funeral Mass. butterflies Others replied that, using that criterion, There may be good theoretical reasons For children’s laughter and teens’ Adrift like grace notes on their gauzy every statement in the catechism would be for saying that it doesn’t make much differ- rhythmic race wings … an infallible article of faith. ence since the body will soon be “dust” Along the village streets, the pansy face How blest are we by holy, homespun In 1993, however, when asked a similar anyway. But local culture and Christian tra- Of a small gray kitten with green-gold things! question about the theological weight of dition greatly influence feelings about eyes. doctrines in the catechism, Cardinal Josef death and burial, and these feelings need to By Anna-Margaret O’Sullivan Ratzinger, prefect of the Congregation for be respected. the Doctrine of the Faith, explained, “The Again, it may be good to consider the (Anna-Margaret O’Sullivan is a member of St. Rose of Lima Parish in Franklin.) individual doctrines that the catechism option of arranging for cremation after the affirms have no other authority than that funeral Mass. † Page 18 The Criterion Friday, September 12, 2003

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The Criterion welcomes announcements of archdiocesan St. Michael Parish, 250 High St., St. Mary Parish, Hwy 56, four (EST), $12 per person. Informa- St., Indianapolis. Old-time card Brookville. Fall Festival, Sat. miles west of Jasper, Ireland, tion: 812-367-2777 or 800-880- party, table and door prizes, Church and parish open-to-the-public activities for “The 4-10 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Ind. (Evansville Diocese). Parish 2777 or e-mail kordes@ desserts, 1 p.m., $4 per person. Active List.” Please be brief—listing date, location, event, pork chop and chicken dinners. picnic, food, quilts booth. thedome.org. Information: 317-784-9135. sponsor, cost and time. Include a phone number for verifi- Information: 765-647-5462. cation. No announcements will be taken by telephone. Mary’s King’s Village Schoen- September 19-20 St. Gabriel Parish, 6000 W. 34th Notices must be in our office by 10 a.m. Monday the week St. Thomas More Parish, 1200 statt, Rexville (located on 925 St. Malachy Parish, 326 N. St., Indianapolis. Neighborhood of (Friday) publication: The Criterion, The Active List, N. Indiana St., Mooresville. South, .8 mile east of 421 South, Green St., Brownsburg. 25th ice cream social, 4-7 p.m. Infor- 1400 N. Meridian St. (hand deliver), P.O. Box 1717, Applefest and Battle of the 12 miles south of Versailles), annual Country Fair and Hog mation: 317-291-5376. Indianapolis, IN 46206 (mail); 317-236-1593 (fax), Bands, entry fee, $45. Informa- “Schoenstatt Spirituality,” Roast, Sat. 4-11 p.m., Sun. St. Louis Parish, 13 St. Louis [email protected] (e-mail). tion: 317-821-0993. 2:30 p.m., Mass, 3:30 p.m., with 4-11 p.m., food, booths. Infor- Father Elmer Burwinkel. Infor- mation: 317-852-3195. Place, Batesville. Parish Festival, September 12 Answers Live,” presenter, 2 p.m. September 14 mation: 812-689-3551 or e-mail 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (EST), chicken and roast beef dinners, booths, St. Francis Hospital-Indianapolis, and 7 p.m. Information: 765- Marian College, Marian Hall, [email protected] or log on September 19-21 games. Information: 812-934- South Campus, 8111 S. Emerson 966-0916. 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indian- to Schoenstatt Web site at Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 3204. Ave., Indianapolis. Natural apolis. Free lecture, “Introducing www.seidata.com/~eburwink. 56th St., Indianapolis. Tobit Family Planning classes, Michaela Farm, Oldenburg. the Franciscan Family,” 3-5 p.m. Weekend, $250 couple. Informa- Volunteer work day, 9 a.m.- September 15 tion: 317-545-7681. St. Meinrad Parish, Community 7-9:30 p.m. Registration: 317- Information: 317-955-6213. Center, 13150 E. County Road 865-5554. 3 p.m., snacks and drinks pro- St. Mary Church, 317 N. New vided. Information: 812-933- Jersey St., Indianapolis. Tri- September 20 1950 North, St. Meinrad. Fall St. Michael the Archangel Festival, 11 a.m.-7p.m., quilts. SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 0260. parish spiritual enrichment pro- Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, Church, 3354 W. 30th St., Information: 812-357-5533. 1347 N. Meridian St., Indiana- Indianapolis. Celebration of gram, vespers service, 1530 Union St., Indianapolis. Rachel’s Companions, confiden- polis. Catholic Charismatic 12th anniversary of the Divine 7-8:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister Old Southside Fall Festival, tial Catholic support group for September 26 Renewal, praise, worship and Mercy Perpetual Adoration Marjorie English, presenter. 4-11 p.m., rides, food, auction, women suffering from the after- St. Philip Neri School, 545 N. teaching followed by Mass and Chapel, Mass, 3 p.m. homilist, Information: 317-637-3983. entertainment. Information: 317- math of abortion, first meeting Eastern Ave., Indianapolis. Kids healing service, 7 p.m. Informa- Father Frank Pavone, founder of 638-5551. for three-month support group, Walk, 2K walk. Information: tion: 317-927-6900. Priests for Life. Information: Mary’s King’s Village Schoen- all calls are confidential. Infor- 317-631-8746. 812-342-9550. statt, Rexville (located on 925 St. Patrick Parish, 950 Prospect September 12-14 mation on time and location: South, .8 mile east of 421 South, St., Indianapolis. Parish festival, September 27 Servants of the Gospel of Life homemade Mexican food, bake Saint Meinrad Archabbey and Holy Cross Church, 125 N. 12 miles south of Versailles), Cordiafonte House of Prayer, School of Theology, 200 Hill Sister Diane Carollo, director of “Family Faith Talks,” 7 p.m., sale, music, booths, crowning of Oriental St., Indianapolis. Tri- 3650 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. Dr., St. Meinrad. “Pastoral Call archdiocesan Office of Pro-Life Mass, 8 p.m., with Father Elmer Queen Grandma, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. parish spiritual enrichment pro- Silent prayer day, 9 a.m.- to the Gospel of Life,” Father Activities, 317-236-1521 or 800- Burwinkel. Information: 812- Information: 317-631-5824. gram, vespers service, 2:30 p.m., bring bag lunch, free- Frank Pavone, founder of Priests 382-9836, ext. 1521. 689-3551 or e-mail 5-6:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister will offering. Registration: 317- for Life, presenter. Reservations [email protected] or log on Our Lady of Providence High Marjorie English, presenter. 543-0154. due by Sept. 5. Information: September 13-14 to Schoenstatt Web site at School, 707 W. Highway 131, Information: 317-637-2620. 812-357-6772. Lesko Park, Highway 56 on the www.seidata.com/~eburwink. Clarksville. Harrison County September 28 Ohio River, Aurora. St. Mary Tri-Parish Community and the St. John the Evangelist Parish, September 13 Parish, Riverfest 2003, Sat. St. Anthony Parish, Parish Life September16 New Albany Deanery, Firm Center, 379 N. Warman Ave., 126 W. Georgia St., Indiana- St. Joan of Arc Parish, 4217 N. 4-11 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., St. Francis Hospital-Indianapolis, Foundation Catholic Conference, polis. St. John Academy Alumni Central Ave., Indianapolis. music, games, chicken and pork Indianapolis. Euchre party, 8111 S. Emerson Ave., Indiana- 8 a.m. registration, 4 p.m., Mass, 1:30 p.m., $3 per person. reunion liturgy, Class of 1953 French Market, 11 a.m.-11 p.m., dinners. Information: 812-926- polis. “Freedom from Smoking,” $10 adults, $7 children 12 and will be honored, 11 a.m. Reser- French foods, booths, entertain- 0060. second of seven weekly classes under. vations: 317-635-2021. ment. Information: 317-283- Mount St. Francis Retreat developed by American Lung 5508. St. Mary Parish, 212 Washington Center, 101 St. Anthony Dr., Association, 6-8 p.m., $50 fee, Benedict Inn Retreat and Confer- 4-H Fairgrounds, Expo Hall, St., North Vernon. Parish festi- Mount St. Francis. Francis2, $25 due at first class then $5 ence Center, 1402 Southern Ave., Connersville. St. Gabriel Parish Holy Family Church, 815 W. val, Sat. all day, Sun. 10 a.m.- “The Cross: Blood and Guts,” each week. Information or reser- Beech Grove. Spa Day for Fall Festival fried chicken dinner, Main St., Richmond. Rosalyn 5 p.m., “all you can eat” meal, young adults 18-30, 6-8 p.m. vations: 317-782-7999. Women, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., $100 per games, booths, country store. Moss, editor of Home at Last children’s games. Information: Information: 812-923-8444 or person includes breakfast and Information: 765-825-8578. and frequent guest on “Catholic 812-346-3604. [email protected]. SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, lunch. Information: 317-788- 1347 N. Meridian St., Indiana- 7581. Monthly polis. Tri-parish spiritual enrich- ST. MARY CHURCH ment program, vespers service, Kordes Retreat Center, 841 E. Second Mondays IRELAND, INDIANA 7-8:30 p.m., Franciscan Sister 14th St., Ferdinand, Ind. Church at Mount St. Francis. Marjorie English, presenter. (Evansville Diocese). “Here I Holy hour for vocations to Information: 317-634-4519. Am, Lord: Ministry as Service of priesthood and religious life, the Community,” Dan Schutte, 7p.m. September 17 presenter, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Second Tuesdays PICNIC Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara (EST), $85 per person. Informa- Sunday, September 14th Catholic Center, 1400 N. tion: 812-367-2777 or 800-880- St. Pius X Parish, 7200 Sarto Meridian St., Indianapolis. 2777 or e-mail kordes@the- Dr., Indianapolis. Support Hwy. 56 – 4 miles west of Jasper, Indiana Indianapolis Deanery Council of dome.org. Group for Separated and Cool indoor Chicken & Beef family style dining Catholic Women, first quarterly Divorced Catholics, 7 p.m. Infor- September 20-21 mation: Archdiocesan Office of Beginning at 10:30 AM meeting, 10 a.m. Information: 317-852-5451. St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Family Ministries, 317-236-1596 Outdoor Chicken Dinners Parish, 23670 Salt Fork Road, or 800-382-9836, ext. 1596. serving starts 11 AM (EST) September 18 Bright. Fall Festival, Sat. 6 p.m.- Second Thursdays Benedict Inn Retreat and Confer- midnight, Sun. 12:30-8 p.m., St. Luke Church, 7575 Holliday ence Center, gymnasium, 1402 country fried chicken dinner, Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup • Country Store Dr. E., Indianapolis. Holy hour Southern Ave., Beech Grove. attractions for every age. Infor- Games • Spacious Parking • Shaded Picnic Gr ounds for priestly and religious voca- Ave Maria Guild fall card party, mation: 812-656-8700. LIC #100105 tions, 7 p.m. Something for the Whole Family 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Information: OVER 80 HANDMADE QUILTS 317-780-8627. September 21 Second Saturdays Novelties • Bingo St. Christopher Parish, Activity St. Agnes Parish, Brown County September 19 Center, 5301 W. 16th St., Public Library, Nashville. Brown GRAND PRIZE St. Ferdinand Church, 341 E. Indianapolis. Euchre party, 8 days in Hawaii for 4 people (air fare, accommodations, and transportation included) County Widowed Support 10th St., Ferdinand, Ind. 1 p.m., $3 per person. Group, 3 p.m. Information and Or Cash Prize $3,500 (Evansville Diocese). Dan 9 more cash prizes, plus many more prizes Schutte in concert, 7:30 p.m. St. Roch, 3600 S. Pennsylvania —See ACTIVE LIST, page 19

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Benediction and exposition of “Children of Hope” program, Eucharistic adoration after 8 a.m. Stevens St., Indianapolis. Adora- The Active List, continued from page 18 the Blessed Sacrament after Holy hour for children. Mass-5 p.m. tion of the Blessed Sacrament 7 p.m. Mass. Information: 812-275-6539. after 5:45 p.m. Mass-9 a.m. directions: 812-988-2778 or 812- First Mondays Christ the King Church, 1827 Saturday. Information: 317-636- Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory Holy Name Church, 89 N. 17th Kessler Blvd. E. Dr., Indiana- 4478. 988-4429. Archbishop O’Meara Catholic School, 2801 W. 86th St., Ave., Beech Grove. Mass, polis. Exposition of the Blessed Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Third Sundays Indianapolis. Indiana Autism 8:15 a.m., devotions following Sacrament after 7:15 a.m. Mass- Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Indianapolis. Guardian Angel 5:30 p.m. Benediction and ser- 5333 E. Washington St., Christ the King Church, 1827 Guild, board meeting, 9:30 a.m. and Sertoma Club meeting, Mass until 5 p.m. Benediction. Kessler Blvd., E. Dr., Indiana- 7 9 p.m., child care provided. Information: 317-784-5454. vice. Indianapolis. Exposition of the polis. Exposition of the Blessed First Tuesdays Information: 317-885-7295. Blessed Sacrament, prayer ser- Holy Rosary Church, 520 vice, 7:30 p.m. † Sacrament, 2 p.m.-7 a.m. Divine Mercy Chapel, 3354 W. St. Peter Church, 1207 East Monday, rosary, 8 p.m. Open 30th St., Indianapolis. Confes- First Fridays Road, Brookville. Exposition of until midnight. sion, 6:45 p.m., Benediction of St. Vincent de Paul Church, 1723 the Blessed Sacrament after the Blessed Sacrament, 7:30 p.m. “I” St., Bedford. Exposition of 8 a.m. until Communion service, Third Mondays the Blessed Sacrament after 1p.m. St. Matthew Parish, 4100 E. 56th St. Joseph Church, 2605 St. Joe 8:30 a.m. Mass-9 a.m. Sat. TRI-COUNTY St., Indianapolis. Young Road W., Sellersburg. Holy morning, reconciliation, Fri. Holy Guardian Angels Church, Widowed Group, sponsored by hour for religious vocations, 4-6 p.m., Sat. 8-9 a.m., 405 U.S. 52, Cedar Grove. archdiocesan Office for Family ASPHALT Ministries, 7:30 p.m. Informa- Paving Indiana Since 1948 tion: 317-236-1596 or 800-382- 9836, ext. 1596. CALL FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATES Third Wednesdays WWhheenn FFaammiillyy MMaatttteerrss...... REAL ESTATE GROUPS Holy Name Church, 89 N. 17th • RESIDENTIAL DRIVEWAYS Ave., Beech Grove. Holy hour Call the Realtor Who Cares • SEALCOATING and rosary, 6 p.m. Information: 317-469-1900 317-784-5454. About you and yours! Discounts for Senior Citizens St. Jude Church, 5353 McFar- land Road, Indianapolis. and non-profit organizations Rosary, 6:15 p.m. Information: 317-783-1445. CALL: 317-849-9901 Archbishop O’Meara Catholic 317-356-1334 Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Catholic Widowed Dick Houghton 317-862-2967 Organization, 7-9:30 p.m. Infor- mation: 317-784-1102. Call Now! 317-590-3174 LICENSED & BONDED BY THE CITY OF INDIANAPOLIS [email protected] Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Mass, 2 p.m. Third Thursdays Our Lady of Peace Mausoleum I NDIANAPOLIS Chapel, 9001 Haverstick Road, B EECH G ROVE Indianapolis. Mass, 2 p.m.

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Bishop Gregory, who heads the Diocese of Belleville, matters of concern to local dioceses. “Accordingly, I think CELIBACY Ill., said that, while he shares the letter writers’ pastoral it is appropriate for my response to be directed to you,” he continued from page 1 concerns, changing the celibacy wrote to Archbishop Dolan. rule does not mean priestly voca- He added that local concerns need to be presented to Church’s discipline on celibacy was based on their “pas- tions would increase. the USCCB through its bishop members. toral concern that the Catholic Church needs more candi- “I must confess that it is by no The three priests met privately with Archbishop Dolan dates for the priesthood, so that the Church’s sacramental means clear that, as their letter on Sept. 2 at his residence. During their meeting, the arch- life might continue to flourish.” states, a change in the discipline of bishop gave the three priests copies of Bishop Gregory’s In his “Herald of Hope” column in the Sept. 4 issue of clerical celibacy would necessarily letter. the Catholic Herald, archdiocesan newspaper, Archbishop bring about an increase in the num- In an interview with the Catholic Herald following the Dolan thanked Bishop Gregory for his “thoughtful and bers of candidates for priesthood,” meeting, the priests said they could not comment on compelling response” and said he concurred with it he wrote. Bishop Gregory’s letter until they had time to study it. “wholeheartedly.” He cited the experiences of Father Suriano described the meeting with Archbishop He disputed the impression given by some that “as an Protestant Churches, which allow Dolan as a “very open and respectful conversation.” archbishop and a so-called ‘Vatican loyalist,’ I have to sup- Bishop Wilton D. married clergy. “A number of stud- All three priests said their letter, which was endorsed port the Church’s tradition of priestly celibacy, but that my Gregory ies in recent years indicate that by six additional priests since the packet of letters was heart, as the hearts of most other bishops, is really not in it.” denominations such as the mailed to Bishop Gregory on Aug. 19, has struck a chord “This impression is simply wrong,” Archbishop Dolan Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, the Lutheran among Catholics. said. “I enthusiastically and confidently embrace my own Church-Missouri Synod, the Presbyterian Church (USA) “The most touching part of this whole experience has celibate commitment, and believe it a providential bless- as well as other mainline Churches with married clergy been priests that I do not even know, from far as well as ing for priests and for the Church. ... It is not some stodgy have also faced a shortage of ministers,” said Bishop near, calling and just unburdening at how overworked they Vatican ‘policy’ that has been ‘imposed,’ but a gift savored Gregory. are and how they wished they had some [priest] help,” for millennia.” Bishop Gregory said that the USCCB does not act on said Father Suriano. Father Aufdermauer said he would like to see a formal process begin to discuss the clergy shortage. “We do not have enough priests to have Mass, anoint- ings, hear confessions,” he said. “Somehow, somewhere it seems we are forgetting that problem. I don’t believe, if the Church would change this [celibacy rule] tomorrow that we would have a glut of priests. But I think we would have more who would be willing to become priests. It’s Archbishop our love of the Church that’s making me speak out. If anybody else has a better solution, please let them speak.” Buechlein’s Father Dunn said there is historical precedent in the Church for married clergy. “To me, it’s the best of both ‘Rosary series’ now worlds. You can have celibate clergy and married clergy. My hope is that there really will be serious dialogue at available as booklet higher levels,” he said. “I firmly believe that someday we will have optional celibacy for diocesan priests,” said Father Aufdermauer. Archbishop Buechlein’s popular “Rosary series,” which is appearing “It won’t be in my lifetime, but it will happen. I think the in his regular column in 13 installments this summer, is now avail- sense of the laity that I’m getting is, ‘What’s holding it able in an easy-to-read booklet. Titled The Rosary: Contemplating Christ in back?’ ” the School of Mary, the 44-page, 8.5” x 5.5” booklet contains all the informa- Father Aufdermauer said the pope’s decision to allow married Protestant ministers to be ordained Catholic tion that is appearing in the ar chbishop’s summer series plus the text of all the priests is not a source of confusion. prayers needed to pray the Rosary—and a helpful illustration on exactly ho w to “I think Catholics are saying, ‘Way to go, Holy Father, say it. It is available in both English and Spanish. you’re leading the way,’ ” he said. “I believe our Holy Father’s a brilliant man, and I think he’s telling us some- thing by allowing the converts to continue the priesthood The booklet includes meditations on all the mysteries, including the ne w Luminous as married men.” Mysteries suggested by Pope John Paul II and a set of Priestly Mysteries favored by While about a third of the Milwaukee Archdiocese’s Archbishop Buechlein. priests signed the letter to Bishop Gregory, the majority did not. Among the latter group was Father Jeff Haines, moderator of the Archdiocesan Council of Priests, who In a specially priced package, The Criterion is offering a Rosary, personally blessed offered several reasons for not endorsing the letter. by the archbishop, to his faithful readers. The Italian-made Rosaries, in white “My concern was the consequences of how it would and black, are 18” long, with quadruple play in the press,” he said. “My fear was that the press would get a hold of it and turn it into a large issue and interlocking metal links. give the impression that there is dissension among the ranks of priests.” Father Haines said he does not believe that is what the letter’s promoters intended to happen. As the media por- trayed it, “this was another instance of the Church in cri- sis and since we had gone through enough crises already, Order today I really didn’t want to see that happen,” he said. “There is Booklet only: $3 so much good happening in the Catholic Church.” Rosary only: $5.50 Nathan Reesman, a seminarian for the archdiocese, said he would not have signed the letter. 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_____ English version CNS photo from Reuters _____ Spanish version ❑ I’d like ______Rosary(ies) @ $5.50 each. _____ White Rosary(ies) _____ Black Rosary(ies) ❑ I’d like ______combined booklet(s) and Rosary(ies) @ $7 ❑ Enclosed is a check for $ ______. (Make checks payable to Criterion Press, Inc.) Shipping and Handling: ❑ Please bill my credit card. ❑ Visa ❑ MasterCard Card number: ______FREE! Caring for the elderly Expiration date: ______A Missionaries of Charity nun feeds an elderly woman at a home for the destitute and dying in Calcutta, India, on Sept. 4. Signature: ______Nobel Peace Prize laureate Mother Teresa of Calcutta, who founded the order to work with the poorest of India, died on Please mail to: Criterion Press, Inc., Archdiocese of Indianapolis, P.O. Box 1717, Indianapolis, IN 46206 Sept. 5, 1997, and will be beatified on Oct. 19 by Pope John Paul II. The Criterion Friday, September 12, 2003 Page 21

The cafeteria at Cardinal Ritter High School in Indianapolis was Flooding affects empty at lunchtime on Sept. 3 after it was flooded two days some Indianapolis before on Labor Day. School was cancelled on Sept. 3 for the sec- ond consecutive day as the cafe- Catholic schools teria, kitchen and bookstore were cleaned up. Two Catholic high schools, a college, four elemen- and parishes tary schools and one parish were effected by the flooding that took By Brandon A. Evans place in the Indianapolis area on Sept. 1. Torrential rains over the Labor Day weekend gave many Indianapolis-area students an extra day off from school last week. After Indianapolis received a record rainfall— 7.2 inches in a single day on Sept. 1—many homes and businesses owners had to clean up water damage. Not excluded were several area Catholic schools, many of which remained closed on Sept. 2 to clean up A. Evans Photo by Brandon the mess. David Hodde, director of the Office of Management Services for the archdiocese, said that, while the dam- age is still being assessed, he expects the total cost of the damage to be around $100,000. Each of the two high schools, four elementary schools and one parish that sustained damage are cov- ered by an archdiocesan insurance policy. Marian College in Indianapolis was also affected. For the most part, the damage at the different loca- tions was described as “superficial” and an “inconve- La Serie del nience.” Patricia Whitaker, principal of St. Susanna School in Plainfield, said she was grateful the damage was not Rosario del more severe. Although students missed school on Sept. 2, it was Arzobispo Buechlein, mostly due to the bad road conditions in Hendricks County. By Sept. 3, two of the three classrooms that ahora en un devocionario had been affected at St. Susanna School were cleaned up. La popular “Serie del Rosario” del Arzobispo Buechlein, publicada Some carpet areas and books needed to be replaced. The parish rectory basement had also flooded. este verano en su columna semanal en tr ece entregas, ahora se encuentra “We had water,” Whitaker said. “There were people disponible en un librillo sencillo. El devocionario de 44 páginas de 8.5” x who had mud and worse.” 5.5”, titulado El Rosario: Contemplando a Cristo en la escuela de María, contiene One of those places that had “worse” was St. todas las reflexiones publicadas en la serie del v erano del arzobispo, además de Andrew & St. Rita Catholic Academy in Indianapolis. “We lost quite a bit of our things,” said Connie todas las oraciones necesarias para el R osario y una descripción ilustrativa y precisa Zittnan, the principal. “We had raw sewage flooding on de cómo rezarlo. Se encuentra en inglés y en español. the whole first floor of our school.” Both furniture and supplies were destroyed, and at El devocionario contiene meditaciones para todos los misterios, incluso los nuev os one point the school staff had filled two 40-cubic-foot Misterios Luminosos presentados por el Papa Juan Pablo II y el conjunto de M isterios dumpsters with damaged items and were still cleaning. Sacerdotales de la preferencia del Arzobispo Buechlein. Some appliances may be unsalvageable as well. School resumed on Sept. 3, but because of the Como un paquete especial para los lector es devotos, The Criterion ofrece un flooded cafeteria students had to bring sack lunches to Rosario bendecido por el propio arzobispo. Estos Rosarios en blanco y negro eat in their classrooms—and those that didn’t have confeccionados en Italia, tienen un largo de 18”, con eslabones metálicos classrooms were moved to any spare room available. Zittnan said that all the staff pulled together, and de enlaces cuádruples. some of the teachers came in when the school was closed to lend their support. Parents came to help out as well. She said that the flooding was discovered on Labor Day when one of the teachers came in to do work. Pida hoy “I have the best teachers and students in the State of Indiana,” Zittnan said. Devocionario únicamente: $3 Bishop Chatard High School in Indianapolis started Rosario únicamente $5.50 school on Sept. 3 on a delayed schedule. The damage there was mostly superficial, and only Devocionario y Rosario juntos one room was still closed when the school reopened. (valorados a $8.50): sólo $7 Some things had to be thrown out, and other things simply had to be dried. Cardinal Ritter Jr./Sr. High School in Indianapolis was closed on Sept. 2-3. Puede llamar al 317-236-1585 ó al 800-382-9836, ext. “Our cafeteria was flooded … which means the 1585 y hacer el pedido con su Visa o MasterCard, o kitchen, the bookstore,” said E. Jo Hoy, the principal. “It was in our students’ best interest to call school enviar por correo la siguiente solicitud: off.” ❑ Quisiera _____ devocionario(s) a $3.00 cada uno. Hoy said that it is not helpful to miss school this early, but because the students are on a block schedule _____ Versión en inglés they only missed one set of classes. _____ Versión en español Holy Cross Central School in Indianapolis had some ❑ flooding in the basement. The art and music room Quisiera _____ Rosarios a $5.50 cada uno. had water on the floor, as well as the second-grade _____ Rosario(s) blanco(s) classroom. _____ Rosario(s) negro(s) Seven classrooms on the lower level of St. Monica School in Indianapolis—which comprises the middle ❑ Quisiera ______una combinación de school—were flooded with several inches of standing devocionario(s) y Rosario(s) a $7 Gastos de envío y manejo: ground water. The approximately 150 middle school students were ❑ Adjunto envío un cheque por $ ______. out of school for one day while the mess was taken care (Haga los cheques a nombre de Criterion Press, Inc.) ¡GRATIS! of. St. Michael the Archangel Parish in Indianapolis had ❑ Por favor cárguelo a mi tarjeta de crédito . ❑ Visa ❑ MasterCard flooding in the basement of the rectory along with ceil- ing and wall damage in the office. Número de tarjeta: ______Marian College in Indianapolis had flooding in four buildings, including St. Francis Hall, which is the cen- Fecha de vencimiento: ______ter of the nursing department. Firma: ______Some clinical lab space was flooded, and some classes were cancelled or moved. Por favor envie por correo a: Criterion Press, Inc., Archdiocese of Indianapolis, P.O. Box 1717, Indianapolis, IN 46206 Hodde said that no other parishes or schools have reported damage. † Page 22 The Criterion Friday, September 12, 2003

Aug. 27. Sister of Beatrice Rendelle. HOWELL, Helen T., 84, Altar

St. Augustine, Jeffersonville, Submitted photo Rest in peace Aug. 24. Mother of Kathy consecration Kruer, Jeanne Schmidt and Archbishop Daniel M. James Howell. Sister of Ann Please submit in writing to our father of three. Buechlein anoints the altar dur- Jean Meyer. Grandmother of office by 10 a.m. Mon. the ing the dedication of the reno- ESKELINEN, Mary, 60, seven. Great-grandmother of week of publication; be sure to St. Michael, Greenfield, vated St. Thomas Aquinas state date of death. Obituaries eight. Aug. 13. Wife of Norman Chapel on Aug. 28 at Saint of archdiocesan priests and HUESMAN, Walter W., 80, Gibson. Meinrad School of Theology. religious sisters serving our St. Joseph, Shelbyville, archdiocese are listed elsewhere FIRSICH, Hubert E., 83, Aug. 28. Husband of Ruth The renovation included the in The Criterion. Order priests St. Vincent de Paul, Shelby (Stohry) Huesman. Father of addition of a spacious narthex, and brothers are included here, County, Aug. 30. Father of Donna Daub, Jane Kuhn, Teresa removal of the balcony, instal- unless they are natives of the Brenda Lanter, Donna Scott and Muldoon, Donald, James, John, lation of air conditioning and archdiocese or have other Nancy Firsich. Brother of Patrick and Samuel Huesman. flooring, and new furnishings. connections to it. Juanita Bausback, Mary Brother of Henry Huesman. In his welcome to the students, Horigan and Imogene Karmire. BLAKE-GREGORY, Julie, Grandfather of 18. Great-grand- faculty, staff and guests who Grandfather of five. Great- father of four. 36, St. Anthony of Padua, grandfather of 12. attended the dedication, Clarksville, Aug. 25. Wife of JACOBS, Treasure L. Archbishop Buechlein said his GEORGE, James, 49, Aubrey Gregory. Daughter of (Gupton), 73, Our Lady of first visit to the chapel was St. Isidore, Bristow, Aug. 23. Mary Helen Blake-King. Lourdes, Indianapolis, Aug. 16. 51 years earlier as a seminary Husband of Kathy George. Stepdaughter of David King. Mother of Chad Jacobs. student. Sister of Janet Blake-Pearson. Father of Eric George. Son of Stepmother of Victor Jacobs. Jim George. Stepson of Virginia BROWN, James David, 47, Sister of Laura (Gupton) Lane, George. Brother of Diane Royer David and John Gupton. Half- St. Paul, Sellersburg, Aug. 22. and Fred George. Husband of Sandra Brown. sister of Bernadean (Gupton) McKelway and John Gupton. Father of Keri Campbell. Son of GLOGOZA, Thomas, 79, Grandmother of one. Ella Brown. Brother of Wanda SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, Ball, Linda Carman, Ruth Hilpp, Indianapolis, Aug. 23. Brother KAHL, Helen Decker, 95, Stella Hoyland, Peggy Kelly, of Walter and William St. Philip Neri, Indianapolis, Aliene Waters and Lorene Glogoza. Aug. 19. Mother of Dick and Winbun. Grandfather of two. GODDARD, Myra J., 74, Jim Kahl. Grandmother of 11. Great-grandmother of 13. DERR, Robert J., 84, Holy Spirit, Indianapolis, St. Mary, Lanesville, Aug. 23. Aug. 25. Mother of Mark God- KEHOE, Maurine, 66, dard. Sister of Jack Goddard. SS. Francis and Clare, Green- ELLIS, Donald J., 89, Prince wood, Aug. 25. Wife of John of Peace, Madison, Aug. 27. GROSS, Georgia, 89, Our Kehoe. Mother of Coleen Alley, Husband of Verna (Schmidt) Lady of Perpetual Help, New Maureen Little, Mark and Ellis. Father of Pat Hartgrove Albany, Aug. 23. Sister of Nell Michael Kehoe. Grandmother and Raymond Ellis. Grand- Reese and Christine Wood. of 12. father of four. Great-grandfather HALL, Jennie L. (Rendelle), of eight. Great-great-grand- 84, St. Michael, Cannelton, KERSTIENS, Joyce M., 88, Mother of Dana and James New Castle, Aug. 26. Father of of 12. Great-grandmother of St. Mary, New Albany, Aug. 29. Mosley. Twilla Deaton, Vickie and Ron one. Mother of Janet Thomas, O’BRIAN-BURNE, Therese Reece. Brother of Virginia SCHNEIDER, Rita M., 90, Donald, Joseph and Robert A. (Reckley), 74, Our Lady of Bailey, Betty Bolinger and St. Michael, Greenfield, Kerstiens. Grandmother of 10. Robert Reece. Grandfather of ATTORNEYS AT LAW Lourdes, Indianapolis, Aug. 12. Aug. 11. Mother of Meryle Great-grandmother of 19. Wife of Robin Burne. Mother six. Great-grandfather of one. Suhr. Grandmother of three. KOEHL, Thomas L., 58, of Andrea Faulkner and Dr. RIETEL, Linda, 55, SMITH, Charles H., 57, WOOD, TUOHY, GLEASON, St. Anthony, Indianapolis, Jeffery O’Brian. Sister of SS. Francis and Clare, Green- St. Gabriel, Connersville, Aug. 27. Father of Chadd and Daniel and Steven Reckley. wood, Aug. 23. Wife of Ernest Aug. 30. Husband of Jan MERCER & HERRIN, PC Marty Koehl. Grandfather of O’BRIEN, Richard, 66, Rietel. Mother of Amy Donald- (Johnson) Smith. Father of four. St. Margaret Mary, Terre Haute, son and Emily Rietel. Sister of Chad, Kyle and Trent Smith. MARONE, Helen E., 86, Aug. 27. Husband of Patricia Sharon Burdick, Catherine Son of M. Cleo (Adkins) Smith. Serving Indiana since Adoption Sacred Heart of Jesus, Terre O’Brien. 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Great-grandfather you’d like to further your education of three. and expertise. Saint Meinrad’s lay TAYLOR, Thomas E., 59, master’s degree programs help you St. Roch, Indianapolis, Aug. 26. integrate theological, spiritual and Husband of Priscilla (Ryalls) pastoral formation. With year-round Taylor. Father of Letha Steven- enrollment, weekend, evening, and son, Susan Taylor-O’Brian, intensive summer classes, and Robin Thompson and Jonathon offerings at Indianapolis too, you can Taylor. Brother of Richard Taylor. reach the next degree. WASHBURN, M. Martha, 89, THE MIND. THE HEART. THE SOUL. Christ the King, Indianapolis, For information, contact: Office of Enrollment, 200 Hill Drive Aug. 22. Mother of Rock St. Meinrad, IN 47577, call: (800) 634-6723 x20 Washburn. Sister of James e-mail: [email protected]. Anderson. Grandmother of four. Great-grandmother of two. † The Criterion Friday, September 12, 2003 Page 23 Pope John Paul’s book of poetic meditations now available

WASHINGTON (CNS)—Pope John being published by USCCB Publishing, as sexual abuse in the priesthood, human Paul II’s new book of poetic meditations the publishing arm of the U.S. bishops. rights, the death penalty, labor and went on sale on Sept. 5 in more than The price of the 40-page, limited-edi- racism. It also has photos spanning the 400 Catholic bookstores and other tion hardcover book is $19.95. The book pope’s reign and an introduction written venues across the country. is available in English (100,000 copies) by U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan. The Poetry of John Paul II—Roman and in Spanish (25,000 copies). “This coffee-table book, with memo- Triptych: Meditations contains three Information on how to order The rable full-color images by official poetic meditations by the pope on God Poetry of John Paul II—Roman Triptych: Vatican photographers and reflections by as the beginning and the ending of Meditations directly from the USCCB is many people who have had personal human life and on the beginning and the available on the conference Web site at encounters with John Paul, may be the ending of his own pontificate. www.usccb.org/publishing. pick of the crop,” the publishing industry These are the first poems by the pope Meanwhile, another new book related trade magazine wrote in its Aug. 11 published during his papacy, said an to Pope John Paul was named “the pick issue. announcement from the U.S. bishops’ of the crop” among tributes commemo- A Light for the World is published by Department of Communications in rating the pope’s 25th anniversary by Sheed & Ward and has been produced in Washington. Publishers Weekly magazine. conjunction with the USCCB. The book The book—which features full-color John Paul II: A Light for the World is scheduled for publication in mid- artwork from the Casa Buonarotti and contains 150-word personal remem- September. The cost is $35. Albertina Museum and several pages of brances from several Church leaders and Pope John Paul II was elected to the the pope’s original handwritten text—is several 400-word essays on themes such papacy on Oct. 16, 1978. †

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